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Better efficiency increases productivity

By Colleen Fox

STOCKTON SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT

There are a number of things that have been taken into consideration by the Stockton School Board in its decision to go to referendum on April 2. The safety and security of students and staff was the top priority of the Community Task Force, comprised of several members of

the community that advised the School Board. They also considered efficiency of moving to one campus, cost savings, and educational benefits for the students of Stockton School District.

Improving efficiency is always a goal of any industry, company, business, or school district. It is often tough to do without big changes, or

April 2 ballot confusion addressed

overhauls to the system. By moving to one campus, Stockton would improve the efficiency of the school district in multiple ways; student drop off and pick up would be safer, transportation department would eliminate multiple stops, parents would have one drop-off and pickup for all of their children, communication between buildings and staff would improve, teachers would have more resources under one roof that could be shared, administration would be able to share in responsibilities across the building, and staff development and communication between different grade levels

would be easier. Efficiency would improve in the district as a whole.

Better efficiency increases productivity leading to an overall better education for the students of Stockton.

There would be areas of savings in operational costs as well. Most of the savings would be resources and materials. When there is only one campus to outfit instead of three different buildings, there is no need to duplicate certain instructional materials, cleaning supplies, or kitchen supplies. Several components of running the district would be more efficient; student safety, heating and cooling, IT infrastructure, lighting,

phones, and air control. The district would be able to reduce resources such as copy machines, printers, and office supplies. There would be less wear and tear on vehicles going back and forth between buildings.

The district would also look at staffing at all levels to see if there are areas of cost savings that would be available with being on one campus.

Moving to one campus would impact the educational environment for the students of Stockton in a number of ways. Make sure you are informed about the decision that needs to be made on April 2.and let your voice be heard by voting.

By Amanda Raab CORRESPONDENT

As a concerned parent of students in the Stockton School District I think it is necessary to address some confusion related to the ballot for the upcoming election on April 2.

First, I want to bring attention to the area of ballot where we are voting for Stockton School Board Members. According to the directions we are allowed to vote for a maximum of three school board members. That being said, in the first group of the three names listed, you are only allowed to vote for a maximum of one person.

In the second group of three names listed, you are only allowed to vote for a maximum of two people. If you vote incorrectly by voting for too many total or voting for too many in one section than that portion of your ballot will be thrown out.

Second, I would like to point out that the wording for the 9.8 million dollar option and the 12.4 million dollar option both refer to building an elementary school building while the 18 million dollar option just states that a school building will be built. Are we certain that if we vote for the 18 million dollar option that we will, in fact, be building a new elementary school building? It would be nice to have that clarified before vote.

Third, you will need to vote yes or no to each and every option.

Each option is going to be evaluated separately as to whether or not it passes. If you do not want the referendum to pass at all there must be a majority vote of no for every option. If even one option has the majority yes votes, the referendum will pass at that level of funding.

We will be paying off this bond for at least 20 years. When taxes go up due to a referendum they generally do not go back down.

This is primarily because the school board will have the option to refinance or get a new bond before the referendum rolls off our taxes.

Vote NO on ALL THREE ballot questions on April 2.

It’s the best option at this time for our community.

Finally, you need to be aware that at least one of the referendum options is on the back side of the ballot.

I hope this helps to clarify any uncertainty that you may have regarding the ballot. If you still have questions about the ballot, please ask an election official at your polling station prior to voting and please read and complete your ballot completely.

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ends (dough will look like a sun).

Lightly press the wide ends together.

In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Spoon over the wide ends of the dough. Fold points of triangles over the filling and tuck under the wide ends. (Filling will be visible). Bake at 375 until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Serves 8.

It is getting closer to Easter, so once again our thoughts turn to bunnies and carrots. This carrot cake recipe has no bunnies, but it has an interesting combination of orange and ginger. It is a beautiful cake on a cake stand. You could even put some candy carrots on the top for decoration.

Orange Ginger Carrot Cake

1 C. oil 1¼ C. sugar 4 eggs 1 T. orange zest 2 C. flour 2 t. baking powder 2 t. ground ginger 1 t. baking soda 1 t. salt 1 t. cinnamon ¼ t. ground nutmeg 3 C. finely shredded carrots Preheat the oven to 350. Spray 2 (9 inch) round cake pans with baking spray with flour. In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, and eggs with a mixer at medium-high speed until combined, 3 to 4 minutes, stopping to scrape sides of bowl. Add the zest, beating until combined.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ginger, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

With a mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture into the sugar mixture, beating until combined.

Beat in carrots gently until combined. Divide the batter between the prepared pans. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 23 minutes. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove from pans, and let cool completely on wire racks. Spread Orange Cream Cheese Frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake. Press pecans onto sides of cake. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving or up to 2 days.

Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

1 C. butter, softened 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 6 C. powdered sugar 1½ t. orange zest 2 t. fresh orange juice

1½ C. chopped toasted pecans In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and cream cheese on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth.

Beat in orange zest and juice until smooth. Use immediately.

This slow cooker dessert is a delicious way to get your blueberry fix.

Aldi’s has been having delicious and plump blueberries at a great price.

It uses a cake mix, so there is just a very short preparation. It is unique in that it calls for using a paper towel under the lid of the cooker. Using the paper towels under the lid will catch condensation and keep it from dripping on the cobbler topping. If you can’t find French Vanilla Cake mix, use plain vanilla or yellow cake mix instead.

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Add the asparagus; cook until tender, 8 to 12 minutes. Stir in cream, crab and parsley; heat through. Top with additional parsley. Serves 6.

If you are looking for a way to put an extra punch in plain tuna salad, this next recipe is a good one to try. I have read that it is assumed the water packed tuna is a way to cut calories.

The article I read said that when push comes to shove, you can use tuna in The not so skinny cook oil with only a few additional calories.

The only snow left in my yard is the Some people think the oil packed tuna big banks where the alley snow was has a better flavor. piled. I think they are ice piles now.

Tarragon Tuna Salad The grass is beginning to get just a 2 cans (6 oz.) water packed tuna, little greener. Our friends with high water are beginning to see it go down. drained and flaked 1 C. chopped celery The real work now begins in the clean ¼ C. chopped sweet onion up. My heart goes out to all of you 2/3 C. mayonnaise dealing with that. I lived in Pearl City 2 T. minced fresh parsley or 3 t. for many years and understand what a challenge you are facing. All of our dried parsley 1 T. lemon juice good thoughts go to you as you begin 1 t. minced fresh tarragon or ¼ t. your way back to normalcy.

The first recipe for this week is a dried tarragon ½ t. Dijon mustard recipe for those meatless Fridays. ¼ t. pepper Asparagus has been coming down in Lettuce leaves price in the grocery stores, so it is a In a bowl, combine the tuna, celery good vegetable to use. When buying fresh asparagus, look for firm, and onion. In a separate bowl, comstraight, uniform-size spears. The bine the mayo, parsley, lemon juice, tips should be tightly closed and dry. tarragon, mustard and pepper. Stir To keep asparagus fresh longer, place into the tuna mixture. Refrigerate for the stems in a container of cold water. at least 30 minutes. Serve on a lettuce Place the container in the refrigerator leaf or with rye bread. Serves 4.

I have used the crescent rolls to changing the water at least once every 2 days. If you can’t find vegetable make crescent rings several times. I bouillon granules, use one cube. En- have put in the column an enchilada joy this delicious soup as a great meal ring that was really good. This recipe is for using canned chicken in a cresduring Lent. ring. Enjoy this unique and easy Crab and Asparagus Soup cent way to have supper on the table fast.

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Get your teams together for ‘The Bunny Bowl’ Volunteer Visitors of Northwest Illinois will hold their third annual “Bunny Bowl” at the Stockton Bowling Lanes on Saturday, April 13th. This year there will be an Afternoon Family Bowl and an Evening Bowl.

The Afternoon Family Bowl will be geared toward the kids and family. Registration will begin at 12:30 pm then bowling from 1:00 -4:00 pm. Your $13.00 per bowler includes two games and shoe rental. Parents must accompany their children.

There will be a Cookie Bar, Raffle prizes and a Silent Auction of cakes, cookies, pies and other “goodies”.

We look forward to this being a lot of fun for the whole family.

Registration for the Evening Bowl will begin at 5:30 pm and bowling is from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Your $20.00 per bowler includes three games and shoe rental. Children will be welcome to bowl in the evening also and must be accompanied by their parents. There will be Raffle prizes, 50/50 chances and the Silent Auc-

2019 Consolidated Election information

Voting assistance will be available at all polling places in Jo Daviess County for voters who are either temporarily or permanently physically incapacitated, or over the age of 65 at the April 2, 2019 Consolidated Election, according to County Clerk Angela Kaiser.

“If you wish to go to the polls, but need assistance,” Kaiser noted, “arrangements can be made to vote from your car once you arrive. Please call the County Clerk’s Office at 815-777-0161 no later than Monday, April 1, 2019 to make these arrangements.”

Voting by mail is another alternative for all voters.

Applications for voting by mail are now available from the County Clerk’s Office, however mailing and delivery of ballots does not begin until Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019.

All applications for voting by mail must be received in the Clerk’s office by Thursday, March 28, 2019.

Voting assistance is also available inside the polling place from someone who accompanies the voter or from an election judge of each political party.

Early Voting by personal appearance in the County Clerk’s Office is another option for all registered voters. Anyone may come and vote in the Jo Daviess County Clerk’s Office, 330 N. Bench St., Galena,

tion of “goodies”.

Any person, at either bowling time, wanting to bid on the Silent Auction goodies, buy tickets for the Raffles or 50/50 must have a number on the back of their hand received as they check in. Non-bowlers or observers are welcome to join the fun with a donation at the door.

Please call the Volunteer Visitors Office at 815-947-3260 or Stockton Bowling Lanes at 815-947-3616, or Mary at 815-266-8283 to sign up by Thursday, April 11th.

Volunteer Visitors of Northwest Illinois, Inc. is located in the heart of downtown Stockton at 105 S. Main. We are a volunteer community based agency providing compassionate care, support and education to families dealing with life limiting illness and loss. Our organization is not funded by any federal, state or local tax dollars. We rely solely on donations from individuals and organizations who believe in our By Casey Downey mission. Thank you in advance for STOCKTON HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Our School District is currently supporting Volunteer Visitors. facing the challenge of maintaining aging facilities with extremely limited funding. The School District conducted a comprehensive study to determine and prioritize the needs for the facilities. This was partially completed through a state mandated process. The outcome showed that there are significant code, maintenance, ADA issues, safety and security needs. A Task Force of community members and responses from a School District-wide survey taken at the end of December and first part of January showed that the majority of people in our District support moving to COURTESY PHOTO The Scoop Today one campus. The Stockton School Board has decided to ask the community to make the final decision of what needs to happen moving This week Little Learners Academy- CTE does not have forward for our schools. Given preschool, however our A.M. Early Childhood Education High

Stockton School District April 2 school bond referendum

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School students are busy starting their Real Care Baby Project. Lydia, Destiny, Abby and Jess are practicing with their babies for the first time.

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between Thursday, Feb. 21, through Monday, April 1, on weekdays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. and on Saturday, March 30, from 9 a.m. until 12 Noon.

Tuesday, March 5, 2019, is the last day that new voter registrations or name/address changes can be taken and still allow the voter to vote at the polls.

“Registrations can be taken at my office between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday,” Kaiser added, “and deputy registrars are located throughout the county.

Registrations or changes can be made at most libraries or several other business locations.”

State law does allow grace period registration and transfer of registration from Wednesday, March 6, 2019 through Tuesday, April 2, 2019. Grace period registration is conducted only in the County Clerk’s Office and requires the individual to vote at the time of registration. Please be prepared to show two forms of identification, with at least one having your current address.

For more information on registering to vote, voting assistance, or early voting, please call Kaiser’s office at 815-777-0161 or write the County Clerk’s Office at 330 North Bench Street, Galena 61036.

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state funding parameters for school districts, the Stockton School District is not able to self-fund for the building issues that exist. That is why the Stockton School Board decided to place three building referendum option questions on the ballot in April.

Every community has multiple components that are required to thrive. The school is the heart of the community. Great schools attract and retain great teachers that provide quality instruction for students that in turn create opportunities during their educational journey and beyond. Schools must continue to evolve not just for the students of today, but for the students of the future as well.

If you are undecided, please get informed. There are Town Hall meetings scheduled for March 21, and March 26, at the Stockton Elementary School Gym at 7:00 pm

Career Technical Education Academy announces ‘The Seekers’ The CTE Academy in Elizabeth, Illinois announces “The Seekers.”

We are the home of “The Seekers.” Our Graphic Communications, Instructor (Irene Thraen-Borowski) and her students submitted names for our first mascot in the academy’s history to our Marketing/Public Relations Committee in February. The students also submitted new logo designs for consideration and the design chosen was submitted by Trinity Law from the Scales Mound School District.

The Marketing/Public Relations Committee consists of Shane Grissinger (Computer Networking and Security), Anna Pintozzi (Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management), and Irene ThraenBorowski (Graphic Communications). Sue Meusel (Administrative Assistant) and Kris Hall (Director) are at-large members.

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for community members to gain information about the situation. You can also find information on the Stockton School District website at www.stocktonschools.com.

Common sense

By Rob Nadig

CORRESPONDENT

Many people in this community feel that Stockton is a unique town.

Aside from the mighty ‘Blackhawks’, let me assure you, that it is not. The current architect and school administration say they don’t have a crystal ball to predict the future regarding class size and the need for a new school, five or ten years from now. To that, I say “All you need is common sense”. Look around this state. Our state and Stockton have a declining population. Illinois is losing its population faster than any other state in the United States! Couldn’t see that coming?

Jobs bring in people. Schools follow.

Dura is operating on a skeleton crew.

Can you remember when Atwoods ran three shifts? Stockton is lucky to have Pearl Valley and Stockton Cheese. Maybe I missed it that some big company has announced its intentions to use Stockton as their new headquarters? No, Stockton is not unique. This problem is happening all over rural America. Why? People move from their rural communities to places of opportunity. That leaves the burden of paying for these projects to the people who have constantly worked and sacrificed and toiled on, to provide the backbone of this nation. Agriculture! Make sure you understand the issues and remember that by voting ‘no’ you will be asking for accountability. Three ‘NO’ votes don’t mean you don’t support or have pride in our community and school.

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Anniversaries

Births

Oliver Otis Elasser

Matthew and Amber Elasser of Freeport, IL would like to announce the birth of their son, Oliver Otis Elasser, born March 9, 2019 at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport, IL. Grandparents are Peter and Teresa Knipschield of Freeport, IL and Scott and Dianne Elasser of Orangeville, IL. Great grandparents are Roberta Street of Freeport, IL, Thomas Knipschield of Freeport, IL, Gary and Sue Hutmacher of Red Oak, IL, Bev Long of Des Moines, IA, and Harold and Nola Elasser of Clifton, KS.

Andre William-Thomas Phillips

Alexis Ernst and Derian Phillips of Scales Mound, IL would like to announce the birth of their son, Andre William-Thomas Phillips, born March 17, 2019 at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport, IL. Maternal grandparents are Sonia Ernst and Alyssa Striecher, Adrian and Ashlie Ernst of Stockton, IL. Paternal grandparents are Lorie Anderson of Scales Mound, IL and Trenis Phillips of Dubuque, IA. Great grandparents are Mark and Rosell Ernst of Stockton, IL and Milldred Allendorf of Scales Mound, IL.

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Art and Nancy Asche Sr. celebrate 50 years

Art and Nancy Asche Sr. of Lena, IL are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married on Saturday, March 29, 1969 at the Afolkey United Methodist Church in Afolkey, IL. They have three children: Kathy (Crickett) Watson, Art Jr. (Stephanie) Asche, and Steve (Ashli) Asche. As well as seven grandchildren: Hunter, Issac, Zachariah, Noah Asche, and Carver, Sloane, and Blaykelee Asche.

Hannah Downing and Aaron White of Stockton, IL would like to announce the birth of their son, Angus Marvin White, born March 10, 2019 at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport, IL. Grandparents are Ann and James Harnish of Stockton, IL, Rob and Lori Downing of Topeka, KS, and Tom and Lynn White of Stockton, I L. Great grandparents are Bob and Linda Downing of Freeport, IL.

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Celebrating 40 years

ing with the Lord and being very active within her Church Community.

Marianne loved to travel the world, visiting her family and friends, white water rafting, scuba diving, riding her motorcycle, playing cards, many crafts, and much more.

On April 27, 2009, she married Walter Zeltner in New Port Richey, FL. She acquired a step-daughter Cherie (Steve) Burch of Hudson, FL. They shared many adventures of life together. They went on many cruises, visited family, went to Jerusalem, and best of all gave each other company.

Marianne is survived by her children, grandchildren Jim (Mary) Werhane, Val (Mike) Rice, Bob (Brenda) Werhane, Jerry (Jami) Werhane all of Lena, IL, Kurt (Veronica) Werhane of Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Tacoma, Wa, and Kevin (Amy) Werhane of Kuna, ID. She had 15 great grandchildren, 14 great-great grandchildren plus 3 on the way. She was very proud of her five generations.

She was preceded in death by Fred Werhane in May of 1984 and Walter Zeltner in August of 2016, both parents, and her four siblings.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com.

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Albert and Bonnie (Baker) Scheider of Orangeville, IL were married March 24, 1979 at the United Methodist Church in Winslow, IL. Rev. Lyle Babcock officiated. The Scheiders have one daughter, Valerie (Terry) Sweitzer and three grandchildren: Nikki, Caleb, and Luke Sweitzer, all of Lanark. There will be an open house celebration at the Orangeville United Methodist Church on Saturday, April 6, from 1-4 p.m. A short program will be held at 2 p.m. Please omit gifts.

Approximately 9,752 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the fall semester 2018 Dean’s List.

Students named to the Dean’s List must have earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded course work.

Students from the Scoop/Shopper area include: Madelyn Anne Cocagne of Apple River, 1, Pre-Athletic Training Jacob Reid Lawfer of Kent, 4, Agricultural Systems Technology Tanner Lawfer of Lena, 2, Agricultural Systems Technology Jordon E. Oellerich of Lena, 4, Agricultural and Life Sciences Education Nathan Edward Lott of Pearl City, 3, Agricultural Systems Technology Vera Lynne McGovern of Stockton, 1, Early Childhood Education

Obituary

MARIANNE E. WERHANE-ZELTNER Marianne E. Werhane-Zeltner, 100, passed away at the Lena Living Center on March 11, 2019 surrounded by family.

She was born to Gustave and Amanda Matilda (Peterson) Sellberg on Sept. 30, 1918 in Evanston, IL. Marianne was married Fred J. Werhane on Nov. 5, 1938 in Evanston, IL. Together Fred and Marianne had 2 children, Fred “Fritz” (Betty) Werhane of Lena, IL and William “Bill” (Gina) Werhane of Caldwell, ID. Fred and Marianne owned and operated the Lena Ben Franklin, partnered in the Lena Drive Inn, and owned the one hour martinizing cleaners in Lena. Once retired, they lived in Florida and traveled during the summer months to Manny Glacier Park to operate a Camp Store in Glacier National Park. Marianne remained in Florida until 2016.

Marianne was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod, of New Port Richey, Florida.

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Grace Bible Church of Woodbine

Country Fair Charities grant applications available Jo Daviess County Country Fair Charities, Inc. will be accepting applications for grants from not-forprofit organizations until May 1, 2019. JDCCFC is a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to serve as a fundraising organization to facilitate and assist charitable causes throughout Jo Daviess County. The goal of the organization is to provide financial assistance to those in need. This goal is accomplished through the awarding of grants to non-profit organizations who, in their goal to help other people in the county, express a need for financial assistance.

Since its inception, JDCCFC has awarded over $1,000,000.00 in grant money to organizations in Jo Daviess County. The money for the grants comes from the proceeds of the annual Galena Country Fair.

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Country Fair is held each Columbus Day weekend at Grant Park in Galena.

Grant applications may be obtained by writing to Jo Daviess County Country Fair Charities, Inc., P.O. Box 6394, Galena, IL 61036, or accessing an application online at galenacountryfair.org. All applications must be postmarked

by May 1, 2019, and grants will be awarded in June, 2019.

Lena UMC stages annual Rummage & Bake Sale

The Lena United Methodist Church will be having its annual Rummage & Bake Sale April 4-6.

If you have clean usable items you would like to donate, bring them to our church fellowship hall starting Mon. April 1-3, from 8:30-4:30.

We will except: furniture, clothing, house ware, yard work items, toys, games, books & puzzles. Watch for our Shoppers Guide Ad next week for Rummage & Bake Sale times.

Grace Bible Church of Woodbine would like to extend an open invitation to a Bible conference, a week of special services scheduled at 6 p.m. each evening from April 1-5. The topic will be “The Word of God”. Grace Bible Church of Woodbine is located one block north of Rte. 20 between Elizabeth and Stockton. The church address is 1904 S. Vel Terra Rd., Elizabeth, IL, 61028. For more information, please call 815-858-3843.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will gather for worship on March 31, at Good Shepherd, 118 E. Mason St. Lena, IL, at 9:30 a.m. This is Youth Sunday. Our Sunday school class will lead the service with Holy Communion. There will be fellowship hour with refreshments and treats at 10:30 a.m. or following service.

On Wednesday April 3, at 8 a.m. the Piece Corps Quilters will work together to craft quilts for Lutheran World Relief. They are always looking for more people to help tie quilts and sew. No previous quilting experience is necessary. Come join the fun and make a difference in the world.

All are invited on Wednesday April 3, at 12 p.m. as St. John’s Lutheran Church will be hosting the Ecumenical Lenten Soup & Sandwich Luncheon.

On Wednesday April 3, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church invites the community of all ages to join them for a mid-week Lenten supper and worship. We will light the candle and reflect upon Psalm 32 together. Anyone at any stage in one’s walk of life is welcome to join. Supper starts at 5:30 p.m., and the service starts at 6:30 p.m.

On Thursday April 4, Hannah Circle will meet at 9 a.m. at the home of Rene Johnson. Rene will be the Bible Study leader and hostess. Our Bible Study for 2019 is from, the Gospel of John. Come and join us for fellowship, lots of good company and lively discussions. All are welcome.

If you have any questions call the church at 815-369-5552.

Kent/Willow United Methodist Churches

The Kent/Willow United Methodist Churches will worship together Sunday, Mar 31, at Kent UMC at 9am.

Pastor Chuck Wolbers will bring the message. All are invited and welcome to stay for fellowship. Also our choir will be performing one of their inspiring selections. Sunday School is at 10:30 a.m., studying from the Upper Room.

All are invited and welcome to this time too. Thank You to all who attended out Lenten service. With high intensity music and a packed house we sang praises to our Savior.

Kent Church is located in beautiful downtown Kent, IL. For more information, please call Pastor Chuck at 815-947-2541.

Nora Community Baptist Church

The Nora Community Baptist Church located at 133 W. Chestnut (Frontage Road) Nora, Illinois will hold a Worship and Prayer Service at 11 a.m. on Sunday, March 24.

Rev. Ernest Wilber, Pastor, began a series of messages on Prophetic Dispensations and Events leading up to the Second Advent of Chris, His return to earth as King of Kings and Lord of Lords! The Community Baptist Church will be hosting a Country Bluegrass Gospel Concert on Saturday, April 6, at 7 p.m. at the church. The host band will be the Bluegrass Express of Stockton/Elizabeth with special guests, The Hunt Family Band of Kansas City, MO. Everyone is invited to attend.

For more information, please call: Pastor Wilber at 815-369-2836.

St. John’s Lutheran Church (Pearl City)

You’re invited to join us at St. John’s for worship on Sunday, March 31 for the Fourth Sunday in Lent.

Sunday School, Confirmation class and Young Adult hour will also meet after worship.

Midweek Lenten services continue each Wednesday at 7 p.m. This year’s midweek services will include a civil war themed drama titled, ““The Disciplines of Lent: Turning Back to Our Lord.” The third week on March 27, is titled Turning (Repentance) based on Acts 3:19-20 “Repent therefore, and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, and that he may send the Messiah appointed for you, that is, Jesus,…” On December 13, 1862, Chaplain Barrett receives word that his brigade will be going into a fierce battle which will undoubtedly mean severe mortal casualties for his men. Upon receiving permission, he gathers them together and issues a General Absolution of their sins, should many lose their lives that day. One particular soldier feels compelled to briefly remain behind to privately confess, and give himself assurance that he has fully turned back to his Lord. Chaplain Barrett also has a discussion with a local civilian who owns slaves and finds no particular need to reverse such a practice.

Stations of the Cross will be held at Noon on Fridays at St. John’s during Lent.

Congratulations to Leann Heimerdinger, Pearl City, IL, for winning the $200 Calendar Raffle drawing on March 17, 2019.

St. John’s is hosting a Community Family Fun Night on Saturday, March 30 starting at 5 p.m. BBQ sandwiches to be provided. Please bring a dish to pass. The evening will include euchre, dominoes, bags and a movie.

Save the Dates: The Palm Sunday Breakfast will be held on April 14, at 10:30-Noon. The Health and Wellness Expo will be held at St. John’s the morning of April 24.

Need a place to hold an event in Pearl City? The main hall at St. John’s is available for rent. Call the church for more information and availability.

St. John’s Lutheran Church is at 229 S. First Street, Pearl City, Illinois. The office phone number is 815-443-2215 (mornings). All are EVANGELICAL FREE invited to our weekly worship services and youth to our Sunday School CHURCH OF LENA and youth ministries. You may also email at prshadmin@gmail.com.

MIDWEST COMMUNITY BANK IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE ADDITION OF DAVE WINTER TO OUR TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS!

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With over 20 years of banking experience, Dave has become a trusted financial advisor to many in our community. Responsive. Trusted. Experienced. Discover banking made simple delivered with service that will exceed your expectations. Give Dave a call at MIdwest Community Bank in Freeport.

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Stockton Wesley United Methodist Church

Stockton Wesley United Methodist Church will be hosting Lenten service for Calvary, Kent and Willow UMC’s on March 31, at 7 p.m.

All are welcome to join us for a special evening of worship and praise led by the Steve Sheffey family .There will be a time of fellowship following the service. We would love to welcome you.

Wesley United Methodist Church is located at the corner of Hudson and Benton Sts. and is handicap accessible. Regular worship times are Sunday School at 9:30 and worship service at 10:45 Bible Study at 6:30 on Wednesdays.

Our doors are open to all.

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Mrs. Busch’s Stockton preschool class built towers and compared them to the height of their whole class and to Mrs. Busch.

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On Friday, Feb. 8, seven Division 300 Academic Challenge teams (formerly WYSE) competed at Highland Community College in Freeport. Representing Scales Mound High School were: Nic Davis, Mickenzie Bass, Anna Cogan, Julia Cogan, Maddie Frey, Maddie Greenwald, Melanie Knuth, Kennedy Kudronowicz, Jacob Medovic, Ethan Soppe, Isaac Stadel, Sam Townsend, Benjamin Vandigo and Georgia Vandigo. Nic Davis was 1st in Engineering Graphics, Mickenzie Bass 1st in Physics, Isaac Stadel 2nd in both Chemistry and Physics, Jacob Medovic 3rd in Chemistry and 4th in Physics. Other top scores were Mickenzie Bass-5th in Math, Nic Davis-6th in Math, Benjamin Vandigo -7th in Math, and Ethan Soppe-7th in Chemistry and Math.

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Prescribed fires are the most cost-effective and important land management tool that conservation organizations and land owners use to keep natural areas, such as a woodland or prairie, in good health.

JDCF issues prescribed fire statement With spring approaching, the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) will be joining the Galena Territory Association and the Northwest Illinois Prairie Enthusiasts as part of the Northwest Illinois Burn Co-op to conduct burns in natural areas on privately owned properties throughout Jo Daviess County. What may seem like a random grass fire is actually a well-planned and managed burn to combat invasive species in our natural areas. JDCF has been a member of the Co-op since it began in the 1990’s. Below are answers to the most asked questions about fire as a land management tool.

What is prescribed fire and why is it important? Prescribed fire is a fire set strategically and safely by an experienced, trained burn crew. Prescribed fires are the most cost-effective and important land management tool that conservation organizations and land owners use to keep natural areas, such as a woodland or prairie, in good health. Prescribed fires reduce the presence of undesirable weeds and help native wildflowers,

trees, and other species to thrive.

When does it happen and how often? Prescribed fires are performed in the early spring and fall months when the weather conditions are right for burns to be conducted safely.

Trained, certified crew leaders will rotate between different areas each year. The exact schedule for prescribed burning is extremely weather dependent and is difficult to schedule more than a few days in advance.

What about smoke? Smoke control is an important aspect of any prescribed burn plan. Prior to burning, trained crews carefully review the burn area and the proximity to houses, businesses, and roads. This information is incorporated into the plan and the prescribed burn occurs when favorable conditions and wind minimize the amount of smoke reaching other areas.

Who has the authority? JDCF is among dozens of state-wide conservation groups authorized by the state of Illinois to conduct prescribed burns annually. In Illinois, 790,000 acres are in habitat areas which could

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benefit from prescribed fire. Unfortunately, due to limited resources and a lack of volunteers, only about 50,000 acres get burned each year.

Who can participate? Anyone who is interested in being a part of a prescribed fire is welcome to participate in the Co-op. Property owners must regularly participate in Co-op for at least five prescribed burns before their properties are eligible to be burned by the Co-op. All burn volunteers must attend the annual burn class held in early March, another class deemed equivalent, or have significant prior prescribed burn experience. For more information, please contact JDCF Land Stewardship Manager, Jake Pulfer, at steward@ jdcf.org.

JDCF is a member-supported, local non-profit whose mission is to preserve land for the lasting well-being of people and wildlife. JDCF owns several beautiful and unique preserves that are open to the public for hiking, wildlife viewing, and picnicking such as community favorites Casper Bluff and Horseshoe Mound Preserve. No tax dollars are used for the acquisition, restoration, or maintenance of JDCF preserves. For more information about JDCF, please visit their office at 126 N Main Street, Elizabeth IL, or contact them at www.jdcf.org, or info@jdcf.org.

The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) is pleased to announce that Galena resident Beth Baranski has received the 2019 Nancy Hamill Winter Conservation Leadership Award. The award will be presented to Beth at JDCF’s annual meeting on Saturday, March 30 at Chestnut Mountain Resort.

Beth serves on boards and committees for state and local organizations that promote the thoughtful conservation and management of land and water resources, including the Illinois Environment Water Association, the University of Illinois Extension Advisory Council, and the Jo Daviess County Soil & Water Conservation District. She served for several years as a member of the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation’s Land Preservation Committee, and as a Trustee. As a member of the League of Women Voters of Jo Daviess County, Beth worked with others to create the Jo Daviess County Water Resource Management Plan to establish broad goals for the county.

This project received the National League of Women Voters’ Community Engagement award upon its completion in 2016. She also facilitated the recently completed Galena River Watershed-based plan. As a former member of the Jo Daviess County Board, Beth chaired the committee that created the Jo Daviess County Greenways & Trails Plan in 2009.

This plan identifies significant greenway corridors throughout the county for conservation and recreational purposes and remains in effect to this day. Beth also serves on the board of The Galena Foundation, which has been instrumental in the preservation of historic buildings and properties in and around Galena. She brought her knowledge in this area to JDCF in 2012 when she chaired a committee looking into options for the Hess house at the Foundation’s newly acquired Portage property. Beth is also a founding board member of the Jo Daviess County Horticultural Society that supports, among other things, an expansion of local food production. Beth’s spirit of volunteerism on behalf of the environment and her community makes her a worthy recipient of the NHWCLA. The Nancy Hamill Winter Conservation Leadership Award is named after JDCF’s long-time board member and past Board President and

— PUBLIC NOTICE — NOTICE - ACCEPTING MOWING BIDS We are now accepting bids for mowing the Elizabeth Cemetery & Old Log Church.

Bids should be per mowing.

Deadline to submit bids is April 6, 2019.

Any questions call Jeff Spoerl - (815) 858-4045.

Submit bids to: Candis Albrecht, 313 Orange St., Elizabeth, IL 61028 (Liability Insurance is required) 341178

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Beth Baranski has received the 2019 Nancy Hamill Winter Conservation Leadership Award.

Vice President, former Stockton resident Nancy Hamill Winter. JDCF’s Executive Committee seeks nominations for the award annually beginning in October each year.

Nominations are due by December 15th, 2019. Current staff and board members of JDCF are not eligible.

The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation is a local non-profit whose mission is to preserve land for the lasting wellbeing of people and wildlife. JDCF owns several beautiful and unique preserves that are open to the public for hiking, wildlife viewing, and picnicking such as community favorites Casper Bluff and Horseshoe Mound. For more information about JDCF, please visit their office at 126 N Main Street, Elizabeth IL, or contact them at www.jdcf.org, or info@jdcf.org.

Immigration: from fear to rational policy

Highland’s Global Task Force Committee hosts a program on Immigration: From Fear to Rational Policy at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 3 in the Student Conference Center, H-201, at 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. The guest speaker, Sara Dady, a Rockford immigration attorney, will discuss the fears of immigration and the current immigration solution.

“Sara Dady cuts through the tired and often misleading rhetoric surrounding the immigration debate and presents common sense solutions that can benefit everyone,” said Andy Dvorak, a History instructor at Highland Community College.

Dady is a family-based immigration attorney and a board member of “Justice for Our Neighbors of Northern Illinois,” which provides high quality, free immigration legal services.

The program is free and open to the public. For more, email andy. dvorak@highland.edu or call 815599-3443.

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Monroe Clinic recognized as a 2019 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital Monroe Clinic has been named a one of the2019 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals in the United States by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. Regarded as one of the industry’s most significant designations of performance excellence, the annual Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals award is based upon the results of the

Rockford University’s Nursing Degree moves to four semester program

Rockford University’s Bachelor of Science Nursing program (BSN) will move to a four-semester program effective for the Fall 2019 semester, changing from the previous five semester structure. Rockford University currently enrolls up to 80 students per year in its nursing program. Cohorts begin in both the fall and spring semesters.

Assistant Professor of Nursing, Program Chair and Nurse Administrator, Kim McCullough, DNP, RN said, “For more than 38 years, Rockford University has been a leader in providing students with the opportunity to receive a bachelor’s degree in nursing that is further complimented by a program grounded in the liberal arts tradition. This prepares our nursing graduates with the highly technical skills they need to be excellent medical professionals, along with important critical thinking and problem-solving skills that make them excellent employees and caregivers.” She adds, “Rockford University’s nursing students are a solution to the growing nursing shortage. They are now able to enter the workforce sooner, while still being trained with the rigor necessary to ensure they continually demonstrate the capabilities and compassion nurses require”.

Rockford University’s nursing program provides students the opportunity to experience clinical and hospital settings to best prepare them for their future careers, while also offering a wide view of opportunities available for a nursing professional. The mission of the Rockford University Nursing Department is to prepare registered professional nurses to provide quality nursing care to individuals, families, groups and communities with diverse health needs. Nursing students are challenged to think critically, act compassionately, and engage with their wider community.

The mission of the nursing department can be seen woven into each of the courses and is built upon each semester.

Students interested in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Program at Rockford University are encouraged to contact Rockford University Admissions at 815-2264050.

Hospital Strength INDEX® from iVantage Health Analytics. Monroe Clinic has earned this recognition every year since 2016.

“While winning awards is not the mission of Monroe Clinic, it is satisfying to know that the hard work and initiative shown by our team is recognized by healthcare peers at a national level,” said Mike Sanders, President of Monroe Clinic. “Our

caregivers and the support teams work hard to provide excellence at every level in order to best serve our patients and community. That isour mission and our motivation.”

Hospitals recognized as a Top 100 facility scored in the top 100 among all rural and community hospitals nationally. Now in its ninth year, the INDEX leverages 50 rural-relevant indicators across

NOTICE RUSH TOWNSHIIP IS NOW ACCEPTING BIDS FOR THE THREE CEMETERIES THAT WE HAVE IN RUSH TOWNSHIP THAT NEED TO BE MOWED FOR THE UPCOMING SPRING/SUMMER MONTHS. The cemeteries are as follows: Puckett Cemetery: IL Route #78 North– between Warren & Stockton (NOTE: This cemetery may be expanding.)

Townsend Cemetery: 2999 North Canyon Park Road, Stockton, IL Robinson Cemetery: North Townline Road, Stockton, IL A CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE MUST BE PRESENTED TO RUSH TOWNSHIP PRIOR TO MOWING IF YOU ARE AWARDED THE BID. (Published in The Scoop Today March 27, 2019)

PAL MERIDIAN, DUNLEITH TOWNSHIP, JO DAVIESS COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 05-505-830-00.

Commonly known as 634 MONTGOMERY, EAST DUBUQUE, IL 61025.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125.

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eight pillars of hospital strength (i.e. Inpatient Market Share, Outpatient Market Chare, Cost, Charge, Quality, Outcomes, Patient Perspective and Financial Stability) to determine an overall score for each hospital. Each of the INDEX’s 50 indicators is culled from publicly-available data sources.

“In an era of increased complexity and uncertainty, Top 100 hospi-

tals have established themselves as a bellwether for rural provider performance,” said Michael Topchik, National Leader of The Chartis Center for Rural Health. “Top 100 status is a real indicator of how proactive these hospitals are when it comes to pushing for performance improvement in areas such as quality, outcomes, patient safety, market share and finance.”

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF JO DAVIESS GALENA, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs.

MARCO R. HANSEN; ANNETTE L. HANSEN; Defendants, 18 CH 46 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. in the office of James J. Nack, 106 North Main Street, Galena, Illinois 61036, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT 33 IN BURT’S SUBDIVISION OF OUT LOTS 6, 7 AND 10 IN THE FRACTIONAL WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 29 NORTH, RANGE 2, WEST OF THE FOURTH PRINCI-

premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 11713 East Airport Road Stockton, IL 61085 and which said Mortgage was made by: Gerald A. Winters Judy J. Winters the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Fieldstone Mortgage Company, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Jo Daviess County, Illinois, as Document No. 323192; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending.

NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Kathy Phillips Clerk of the Circuit Court Jo Daviess County Courthouse 330 N. Bench Street Galena, IL 61036 341398 on or before April 26, 2019, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENIN THE CIRCUIT COURT TERED AGAINST YOU AT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL ANY TIME AFTER THAT CIRCUIT DAY AND A JUDGMENT JO DAVIESS COUNTY MAY BE ENTERED IN ACGALENA, ILLINOIS CORDANCE WITH THE HSBC Bank USA, National PRAYER OF SAID COMAssociation, as Indenture PLAINT. Trustee of the Fieldstone CODILIS & Mortgage Investment Trust, ASSOCIATES, P.C. Series 2005-3 Attorneys for Plaintiff PLAINTIFF 15W030 North Frontage Road, Vs. Suite 100 Gerald A. Winters; Judy J. Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Winters; HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc.; Illinois Housing (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Development Authority; Winnebago # 531 Unknown Owners and Our File No. 14-18-10779 Nonrecord Claimants NOTE: This law firm is a debt DEFENDANTS 2019CH5 collector.

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION I3116074 NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: (Published in The Scoop Today March 27, April 3 & 10, 2019) Judy J. Winters Unknown Owners and 341672 Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been com- ANNUAL TOWN MEETING menced in this Court against NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN you and other defendants, pray- To the legal residents of the ing for the foreclosure of a cer- Township of Stockton in the tain Mortgage conveying the County of JoDaviess and State

of Illinois, that the ANNUAL MEETING of said Township will take place on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 being the second Tuesday of said month. The Town Meeting for the transaction of miscellaneous business of said Township will be held at the hour of 7:00 o’clock P.M. on said day at Stockton Park House and a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider reports of officers and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting; and especially to consider and decide the following: Meeting Times, Financial Reports, Authorize Transfer of Funds.

Dated this 21st day of March, 2019.

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ANNUAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN To the legal voters, residents of the Town of Apple River, in the county of JoDaviess and the State of Illinois, that the Annual Town Meeting of said Town will take place on TUESDAY, APRIL 9th, 2019 Being the second Tuesday of said month at the hour of 7:30 p.m. at the Apple River Township Building for the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said Town; and after a moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider reports of officers, and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting; and especially to consider and decide the following: Elect a Moderator Annual Financial Reports Transfer of Funds Open Forum Dated March 25, 2019 Valerie J. Stocks Town Clerk (Published in The Scoop Today March 27, 2019) 341823

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Tyler’s Justice Center for Children’s Fifth Annual Men Who Cook Tyler’s Justice Center for Children holding its Fifth Annual Men Who Cook fundraiser on Saturday, April 6, at the Freeport Masonic Temple from 5-8 p.m. Tickets may be purchased ahead of time for $20, or for $25 at

the door on the night of the event.

Children 12 years old and under are free! The event will include a silent auction, raffles, cash bar and plenty to eat! Men Who Cook is a casual, family-friendly event featuring local

SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 2019 SCHRADERS’ SPRING CONSIGNMENT 5995 IL 75 E., Dakota, IL

men preparing bite-sized samples of their favorite dishes to benefit Tyler’s Justice Center for Children. There is a cash prize for the top three dishes. For more ticket information, or if you are interested in being a cook at this event, please contact Missy Lyons or Kendra Mosley at Tyler’s Justice Center at 815-947-6030.

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Weather Spotters Training Seminar

The National Weather Service and Jo Daviess County Emergency Management Agency will be hosting a Weather Spotters Seminar at the Galena Territory Owners’ Club, 2000 Territory Drive, Galena, on March 28, starting at 6 p.m. This is a free seminar and will last approximately two hours. This seminar is open to the general public and everyone is invited.

This seminar, taught by the National Weather Service, is a basic course and is suited for first-timers, as well as a review for others. If you wish to become a weather spotter for the Weather Services, you may sign up after the completion of this seminar.

Questions about this seminar can be directed to the Jo Daviess County Emergency Management Coordinator, Chuck Pedersen at 815-990-6702.

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Position: Head Volleyball Coach

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River Ridge/Scales Mound baseball preseason overlook

By Trent Scheidegger REPORTER

The River Ridge-Scales Mound Wildcats have been working toward beginning their 2019 season. Head coach Jeremy Knauer is entering his seventh year as head coach with the Wildcats and really looks to further develop his Wildcat squad this season. After going 18-11 (8-6 in conference) the Wildcats look to build off last year’s success as they return with a highly experienced, more mature squad of players.

The Wildcats have a very deep roster consisting of an impressive thirteen seniors, nine juniors, as well as sixteen freshman and sophomores.

This means that not only are their numbers deep, giving them depth, but they carry a ton of players with plenty of varsity experience who will provide leadership for the younger kids.

Knauer acknowledges this saying “Our team strength is our depth and experience.”

The Wildcats return several starters from last season, several of which have been starting since their freshman and sophomore years. They will be led by a quality duo of lefty pitchers in senior Micah Knauer, and junior Tayden Patterson. Both have been all-conference pitchers before and will look to return to all-conference status during their 2019 campaign.

Micah plays an important role for the

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF JO DAVIESS GALENA, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs.

MARCO R. HANSEN; ANNETTE L. HANSEN; Defendants, 18 CH 46 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. in the office of James J. Nack, 106 North Main Street, Galena, Illinois 61036, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 05-505-830-00.

Commonly known as 634 MONTGOMERY, EAST DUBUQUE, IL 61025.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. File Number 18-03712 I3115733 (Published in The Scoop Today March 27, April 3 & 10, 2019) 341400

team not only on the mound, but at first base where he previously earned a first team all-conference infielder selection. The Wildcats return a very strong infield as they also return Jared Underwood who was a second team all-conference selection at third base, while Jacob Speer and Nick Parr both earned honorable mention all-conference infielder selections. The strength of their defense will a key attribute towards their success this season.

Coach Knauer also said “Our outfield is solid with Kealan Shetler, Drew Kloss, and James Sullivan. Bennett Reese and Andy Wurster can both play all over the field and will share some of the catching duties this year.”

The Wildcat pitchers should be very confident on the mound knowing the defenders they have behind them.

According to Knauer the team’s goal is “to figure out over the course of the season what we have and play our best baseball down the stretch.

We take pride in playing our best

Counterfeit bill notice

Area police departments have received reports of Counterfeit Twenty ($20) and One Hundred ($100) bills being passed in the area. A couple of local banks have received the suspected counterfeit bills, generally in bank deposits from businesses. If you suspect the bill may be counterfeit, please contact your police department.

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baseball at the end of the season, even if it costs us some wins early.” That goal certainly speaks true of last season, as the Wildcats ended their regular season on a six game win streak.

Knauer says that “some kids are a little banged up from playing two sports already, so we need to get them healthy.” So other than some kids finding their place on defense, health is Knauer’s main concern as a weakness, however the team’s depth should allow for them to remain in a positive situation all season long.

The Wildcat’s open their season in conference play with two matchups against Lena-Winslow right off the bat as they host the Panthers Tuesday, and travel to Lena this Thursday.

Carroll/Jo Daviess County Cancer Survivor Dinner

The Relay for Life of Carroll and Jo Daviess Counties Cancer Survivor celebration and dinner will be Saturday, April 6, at the Mt. Carroll Church of God. Registration will begin at 4:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 5 p.m. Musical entertainment will be provided by “His Angels”. Betty Clementz, a cancer survivor and active in the Whiteside County Relay for Life, will share some of her experiences with us.

The invitations for the dinner have been sent out. If you are a cancer survivor living in Carroll or JoDaviess County and did not receive an invitation please call Bev Lundquist at 815-244-9684 and she will get you an invitation.

To make a reservation for the dinner please complete the reservation RSVP and mail it to Bev Lundquist at 1106 E. Benton Street, Mt. Carroll, IL 61053. Reservations are due March 25. If you have any questions call Bev at the above number.

March daily drawing winners The March winners in the Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing for 2018-19. We are half way through the drawing year…..still six more months of winners to be announced.

The Daily Drawing is a drawing for specified cash prizes between $50 and $250 awarded to a ticket owner every single day (365 days) from October 1, 2018 – September 30, 2019 to those donating for a ticket. A ticket can win multiple times throughout the year.

Eighteen organizations from Jo Daviess, Carroll & Stephenson County sponsor the Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing, a cooperative fundraiser.

Sponsoring organizations include: Caring Community of Elizabeth, East Dubuque Music Boosters, Freeport Dance Team, Galena Music Boosters, Hanover Alumni Association, Lena-Winslow Education Foundation, Pearl City Athletic Boosters, River Ridge Education Association, Stewards of the Upper Mississippi River Refuge, Stockton Strong, Warren Athletic Boosters and West Carroll Sports Boosters. Sub-contracting organizations include: Elizabeth Food Basket, Elizabeth Historical

Society, Galena Elks Scholarship Committee, Hanover Chamber of Commerce, Scales Mound Travelers and Volunteer Visitors of Northwest Illinois.

The March 2019 winners are: 1st . Friday . $50 – Taegen Ertmer, New Braunfels, TX 2nd . Saturday. $50 – Cashton Leer, Elizabeth 3rd . Sunday . $50 – Tim Ertmer, Elizabeth 4th . Monday . $50 – Jeremy Burken, DeWitt, IA 5th . Tuesday . $50 – Jerry Kent Jr, Apple River 6th . Wednesday . $50 – Karen Hunt, Oakland, CA 7th . Thursday . $50 – Gary Shelly, Forreston 8th . Friday . $50 – Rose Ertmer, Elizabeth 9th . Saturday . $50 – Chet VanRaalte, Scales Mound 10th . Sunday . $50 – Pat Enright, Scales Mound 11th . Monday . $50 – Nikki Keltner, Pearl City 12th . Tuesday . $50 – Brenna Smoot, Morrison 13th . Wednesday . $50 – Joel Wild, Warren

ANTIQUES, HOUSEHOLD AND MISC. ITEMS AUCTION 507 E. MAIN ST. • LENA

SUNDAY, March 31, 2019 - 10:00 A.M. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: trunk; metal kt cabinets; treadle base table; wood folding chairs; washtubs; sleds; block & tackle; clock; TV light; Odouls beer sign; repro tin signs; car radios; records; Playboy magazines; automobile repair & other books; car adv literature; auction flyers; vintage school books; Little Golden books; comic books; games & toys; Game Boy; Wii game; Xbox driving game; Play Station games; wood Coca-Cola crate; adv items; pool table balls; furniture hardware; buttons; postcards; pocket knives; costume jewelry; kerosene & Aladdin lamps; cookie cutters; crocks & jugs; cookie jars; ceramic animals; blue fruit jars; x-mas village pcs & ornaments; table display cases; HOUSEHOLD & MISC. ITEMS: tents; air beds; power chair; metal top tables; card table sets; lighted display sign; yard goods; paperback books; Bunn coffee maker; usual kt & household items; several fishing poles/reels; fish tackle; lawn/ garden tools; bird feeders.

TERMS: CASH or GOOD CHECK

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14th . Thursday . $50 – Ellen Glisan, Canyon Lake, TX 15th . Friday . $50 – Kim Thorsen, Elizabeth 16th . Saturday . $50 – Sydney Groen, Warren 17th . Sunday . $150 – Rhonda Coyier, Madison, WI 18th . Monday . $50 – Becky Cook, Stockton 19th . Tuesday . $50 – Troy Pafford, Warren 20th . Wednesday . $50 – Ben Wurster, Onalaska, WI 21st . Thursday . $50 – Nick & Dawn Thomas, Hanover 22nd . Friday . $50 – Mary West, Galena 23rd . Saturday . $50 – Don Mathey, Thomson 24th . Sunday . $50 – Jim Paar, Galena 25th . Monday . $50 – Kathy Berbert, Freeport 26th . Tuesday . $50 – Heather Wand, East Peoria 27th . Wednesday . $50 – Don & Carolyn Crawford, Hanover 28th . Thursday . $50 – Fred Turek, Apple River 29th . Friday . $50 – Tresa Ertmer, Cedar Rapids, IA 30th . Saturday . $50 – Karen Hansen, Preston, IA 31st . Sunday . $50 – Dean Groezinger, Elizabeth

Nora Community Baptist Church to host bluegrass gospel concert

Nora Community Baptist Church will be hosting a Bluegrass Gospel Concert on Saturday April 6, at 7 p.m. Featured performers will be The Hunt Family Band from Kansas City, Missouri and Bluegrass Express from Stockton, Illinois. There is no admission charge for this event and the public is invited to attend. A free will offering will be collected.

Nora Community Baptist Church is located at 133 W. Chestnut Street, just off Stagecoach Trail in Nora, IL, 3 miles southeast of Warren, IL. For more information, please call 815297-5540 or 815-947-9110.

Please make plans to join us.