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Now entering Central Station Elgin developer proposes apartments for Die Cast factory site By Larry Lough

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Woodstock Station went bankrupt. Founders Crossing never got off the drawing board. But the concept for Central Station might be the future of the former Die Cast factory site, which is now owned by the city of Woodstock. Members of the city’s Plan Commission were impressed last week when officials from Pancor Development of Elgin presented their 11-page proposal for a three-phase development

of high-rise apartment buildings and – eventually – condominiums and retail development. Unlike the single-family home development that Chicago developer Kenneth Rawson first proposed with Founders Crossing in the fall of 2018, Central Station seems to check the boxes of the downtown development plan the City Council adopted in January 2019: high-rise, high-density, transit-oriented housing next to the Metra depot. “This is kind of what we’ve been looking for,” Commissioner Donna

Bessler told the developers. Commission Chairman Cody Sheriff was enthusiastic. “I am blown away,” he said of the proposal. “I absolutely love it.” Although city officials are careful to describe the proposal as “preliminary” and “conceptual,” Pancor officials said they could be back as early as next month with a request for a special use permit and subdivision changes to get the project going. “We’re pushing pretty hard because we’re excited about this project,” See APARTMENTS, Page 3

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Phase 1 (foreground) and Phase 2 of the proposed Central Station apartment complex would cover the former Die Cast factory site north of the Metra Station. But preliminary plans also call for more development.

Pandemic delays treatments By Susan W. Murray

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Maribeth Dhom, a secretary in Woodstock School District 200, made two routine screening appointments for spring break at the end of March this year. But when Gov. J. B. Pritzker’s stay-athome order went into effect March 21, a

week before spring break was to begin, Dhom received calls informing her that both procedures had been canceled. “I have yet to reschedule,” Dhom said. “Not because I’m nervous about getting [them] done or contracting anything; it’s just a matter of making myself carve out the time to do it.” Americans are inundated with reports about COVID’s financial

impact: n $7.9 trillion (3 percent) reduction in the Gross Domestic Product through 2030, according to the Congressional Budget Office. n 10.2 percent unemployment rate, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, often resulting in the loss of health insurance. See HEALTH, Page 2

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n $202.6 billion loss to hospitals

and health systems in the four-month period from March 1 through June 30, due to COVID hospitalizations, revenue loss from canceled surgeries, purchases of personal protective equipment, and increased employee costs that include housing and medical screening, according to the American Hospital Association. Evident to doctors and other healthcare providers is that the pandemic is having an impact on regular healthcare, but to what extent? “We’re not far enough out to know the cost to overall health during COVID,” said Dr. Nathan Kakish, a member of Northwestern Medicine’s Regional Medical Group, specializing in internal medicine and pediatrics.

Cancellations and delays

Michelle Green, media relations manager at Northwestern Medicine, reported that, as a result of Illinois’ mid-March halt to nonessential procedures and surgeries, screening mammograms at the Northwestern Medicine Gavers Breast Center in Crystal Lake and the three hospital campuses in Woodstock, McHenry, and Huntley fell off dramatically compared to 2019: down 43 percent in March, 100 percent in April, and 99 percent in May. Endoscopies at the McHenry and Huntley hospitals, including colonoscopies and gastroscopies, decreased 58 percent between March 1 and July 31, compared to the same period last year. And surgeries at the McHenry and Huntley hospitals fell off 27 percent between March 1 and July 31, compared to that period last year. Elective procedures resumed on May 11, Green said, and the hospitals have gradually increased capacities. But if the mammogram numbers are any indication, not everyone who missed a screening, procedure, or surgery in the spring has rescheduled. June mammogram screenings were up 123 percent and July screenings were up 116 percent from the same months last year.

Concern about delays

Some postponed care poses more of an inconvenience than a danger. Woodstock mom Sarah Pivnicka has always scheduled physicals for her seven children in June, right after school is out, so she can avoid a mad rush to get appointments for physicals in August. Because of uneasiness over COVID19 this year, she pushed off the physical exam of her college freshman son, Brogan, to later in the summer. At the appointment, he received the

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While the number of mammograms in June and July is up over the same months last year at Northwestern Medicine’s Gavers Breast Center and the Woodstock, McHenry, and Huntley hospitals, not all of those screenings that were canceled last spring have been rescheduled. A COVID-19 test is not necessary for patients who come in for a CAT scan, X-ray, or mammogram.

Flu shots now more important than ever, doctors say Healthcare providers were concerned about a “twindemic” of the flu on top of COVID-19, according to Dr. Nathan Kakish of Northwestern Medicine’s Regional Group. “One makes it easier to spread the other,” he said. “I would expect it to be a much worse outcome for having the flu and COVID together.” first dose of a vaccine for which he was due. The second dose will have to wait until he returns home for Thanksgiving. A midsummer dental appointment revealed Brogan’s need to have his wisdom teeth removed, a procedure that must also wait until his holiday break. “I usually like to get all their appointments out of the way before the school year starts,” Pivnicka said. “This year, however, seems to be the exception for everything.” On a more worrisome note, Kakish said that doctors’ offices were seeing patients postpone annual visits, missing immunizations, or putting off knee scopes and cataract surgery. Others are delaying cancer screenings, lab visits, and regular appointments for diabetes management. “Screenings are for things that don’t cause symptoms but have a long-term impact on health,” Kakish said. Missed immunizations, high blood sugar, or an undetected cancerous lump “are still leading causes of morbidity,” Kakish said.

Reassuring patients

Kakish recommends that patients who are nervous about entering a

Locally, Osco Drug and Walgreen’s are already offering flu shots, and Kakish said doctor’s offices at Northwestern would be able to administer flu shots beginning this month. The shots are for “everyone over six months of age,” Kakish said. – Susan W. Murray doctor’s office or having a procedure done ask the provider, “What are your COVID strategies?” At Northwestern, schedulers ask patients a series of questions before making appointments. If a scheduler notes a red flag, the patient is assigned a telehealth appointment that is conducted over the phone or computer. All patients who arrive for office appointments answer screening questions, have their temperatures checked, and are given quality masks. Hospitals have similar questionnaires, Kakish said, plus patients are tested for COVID-19 three days before having a procedure. Kakish notes that many hospital services are in areas far away from the emergency room and patient wards, lessening the danger of coronavirus transmission. For those who are still wary, Kakish suggests they ask for the first appointment in the morning or during the least busy time of the day when they will likely have contact with fewer people. “We have worked hard,” Kakish said., “to provide patients with a safe environment.”

McHenry County is looking for election judges to staff polling places for the Tuesday, Nov. 3, presidential election. According to a news release, some election judges who have usually staffed polling places cannot perform work this election because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and voter participation is expected to be heavy. Judges will receive a four-hour paid training class and will be paid for their time at the polls, County Clerk Joe Tirio reported. The county clerk’s office will provide personal protective gear and hand sanitizer at all polling places. To apply, visit McHenryCountyClerk.com and click the “Sign-up to be an Election Judge” link near the top of the page or call the clerk’s office at 815-334-4242.

Woodstock man facing charges after fatal crash Six charges are pending against a Woodstock man who, police say, was responsible for a two-car crash last week that killed a man from Lake in the Hills. Police did not identify the 48-year-old victim who died as a result of a two-vehicle crash that Aug. 24 in the 5100 block of Route 47 near Hebron. According to a news release from the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office, Andres Carbajal Bernal, 28, has been charged with aggravated driving under the influence, four counts of driving under the influence, and driving with a suspended license. He was being held last week on $10,000 bond after an Aug. 25 court appearance.

Corrections and Clarifications n A report in the Aug. 26 edition contained an incorrect number for the amount of eLearning instruction for elementary school students in Woodstock School District 200. Students receive 150 minutes of live instruction and 150 minutes of other instruction each school day. n Our report last week on the Creative Living series had the wrong amount for scholarships funded by the Woodstock Fine Arts Association. The organization funds 10 scholarships of $1,500 each every spring. We regret the errors.

APARTMENTS

Pancor has been meeting in recent weeks with city officials, downtown business owners, and residents of the neighborhood to get their ideas about the development.

Rooftop decks of Central Station would provide additional leisure area for tenants. “I’ve been impressed that they’ve been listening and adapting their plans,” said Garrett Anderson, the city’s director of Economic Development. Vaysman said the comments had helped to shape the proposal. “Where we first started is nowhere near where we are now,” he said. Pancor would develop and manage the project, Nelson said. Phase One would include 40 oneand two-bedroom apartments in three- and four-story buildings along the north side of Newell Street, with a landscape barrier shielding the view from the brownstones. The second phase, on the south side

of Newell, would include 72 apartments in four- and five-story buildings. After Commissioner Doreen Paluch expressed disappointment that the proposal didn’t include commercial development as envisioned in the original Woodstock Station plan, Nelson said that would be part of Phase Three. “Woodstock is not ready for us to implement commercial in phase two,” he said. “What we want to do is bring people to Woodstock [to] support the Square. Then we can develop First Street.” Phase Three would involve twostory condominiums off the south side of First Street, which would be lined

with restaurants, retail, and service businesses built around El Niagara restaurant. Early plans also call for greenspace west of the housing, along the railroad tracks, Vaysman said, with a dog park, sculpture elements, and active use areas along a new 1.3-mile biking/ walking trail the city hopes to build along the tracks from Route 47. Members of the Brownstones of Woodstock Station owners association also were favorable to the proposal, though they want to see a site-specific marketing study and a traffic study of the site, which is landlocked by the tracks on the west.

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architect Aleksandr Vaysman told the commission. “... We’ve always had our eyes on Woodstock.” Pancor principal Pete Nelson said they were eager to get construction “under roof.” “We want to make sure Phase One is successful,” he said, “then we’ll move right into Phase Two.” The developer of Woodstock Station built only 10 brownstone condominiums before going bankrupt during the housing recession more than a decade ago, and the site along Clay Street has remain undeveloped since. The city this year completed its purchase of the site and bought other property nearby so it can control more development decisions in the near downtown area. Donating the land to a developer is one financial incentive the city has to attract an investor, and the site also qualifies for assistance through the city’s tax increment financing district and enterprise zone.

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Timothy Gumprecht, 61 Timothy W. Gumprecht, age 61, of Belvidere, passed away July 18, 2020, at his home. He was born on Dec. 18, 1958, in Belvidere, the son of William and Louis (Bungard) Gumprecht. Tim served in the United States Air Force for almost 10 years. He was an over-the-road truck driver for many years and recently employed as a security guard by Securitas Security. Tim’s passion in life was fishing, photography, and watching movies. Tim loved attending family functions and his greatnephew’s sporting and school event activities. He was a very loving and kindhearted brother, uncle, and greatuncle and will truly be missed. He is survived by his brother, James Gumprecht; and sister, JoAnne Gumprecht; nephews, a niece, great-nephews, and great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, and a sister, Susan Kastning. A celebration of life will be held at a time and date to be determined. For information, call the Schneider, Leucht, Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home at 815-338-1710 or see the website at slmcfh.com.

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Norma Jane Schlottman, 84 Norma Jane Schlottman of Woodstock, Ill., passed away at her home the morning of Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020, after a long courageous battle with cancer. Norma was born on Dec. 10, 1935, in Belvidere, Ill., to Henry and Mildred (Shepherd) Boettcher. She married Richard Schlottman in September of 1954 and shortly thereafter Norma Jane moved to WoodSchlottman stock, where they raised their family. During her life she held multiple jobs but was most known for selling Avon door to door, working at Hornsby’s, and providing her seamstress skills

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Fire/Rescue District buys ambulance, OK repairs The Board of Trustees of the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District last week made some overdue purchases, the biggest expense being about $242,000 for a new ambulance, which will replace a 2010 vehicle while a 2008 ambulance remains in service.

for many of her friends. The hobbies she really enjoyed were playing cards, fishing, baking, and spending time with her family and friends. Norma is survived by her husband of 66 years, Richard (Dick) Schlottman; her children, Brad (Cely) Schlottman, Pamela (Raul) Gonzales; her grandchildren, Antonio and Olivia; along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents and her beloved sister, Carol Buhl. A celebration of life will be held at a time and date to be determined. The family would like to thank Transitions Hospice and Brightstar Care for their support of Norma and her family during this difficult time. For information, call the Schneider, Leucht, Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, 815- 338-1710, or visit slmcfh.com.

Insanity verdict entered in 2017 charge of arson Not guilty by reason of insanity was the verdict last week of a judge in the case of Carl K. Rice, 31, of Woodstock, who was charged with setting fire to his parents’ home in 2017. Judge Robert Wilbrandt’s verdict was consistent with a request by Rice’s parents that their son be treated for mental illness, not jailed.

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■ Wendy A. Koss, 48, Woodstock, was arrested Aug. 19 on two counts of aggravated driving under the influence. ■ Victor O. Diaz, 24, Woodstock, was arrested Aug. 22 on a charge of battery/physical contact.

Woodstock Fire/Rescue District

11:23 a.m. –1100 block of Lake Avenue, authorized controlled burning; engine 8:43 p.m. – 5600 block of North Route 47, Hebron, cover assignment/standby; engine

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4:50 p.m. – Country Club and McConnell roads, traffic accident with injuries; ambulance, truck, shift commander Aug. 21

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3:54 a.m. – 9700 block of Wondermere Road, traffic accident with injuries; engine, ambulance, shift commander 4:07 a.m. – 9600 block of Bull Valley Road, power line down; engine 4:12 a.m. – Allendale and Queen Anne roads, traffic accident with no injuries; ambulance, shift commander, engine 9:14 a.m. – 800 block of Clay Street, power line down; engine 10:31 a.m. – Country Club Road and Oakmont Court, power line down; engine

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5:31 p.m. – 300 block of Tryon Street, gas leak (natural or LP); engine Aug. 26

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6:02 p.m. – 100 block of South Eastwood Drive, outside rubbish/trash/waste fire; truck, shift commander 7:25 p.m. – 3000 block of White Rail, Wonder Lake, dispatched and canceled en route; engine 8:11 p.m. – 600 block of Schubert Street, malfunctioning smoke detector activation; shift commander, engine, truck

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■ Roberto A. Delgadillo, 27, Wonder Lake, was arrested Aug. 14 in the 600 block of Lake Avenue on a McHenry County warrant charging failure to appear. Released on personal recognizance with notice to appear. Court date Aug. 27 ■ Tavon Jones, 24, Woodstock, was arrested Aug. 17 in the 700 block of Washington Street on a McHenry County warrant charging failure to appear. Released on personal recognizance with notice to appear. Court date Sept. 17. ■ Wyatt A. Graser, 18, Woodstock, was arrested Aug. 19 in the 200 block of South Madison Street on charges of driving while license suspended and possession of cannabis by driver. Bond $2,500. Released on personal recognizance. Court date Oct. 15. ■ Joseph A. Ocampo, 26, Woodstock, was arrested Aug. 20 on the Woodstock Square on charges of driving while license suspended and squealing tires. Bond $2,500. Released with notice to appear. Court date Sept. 24. ■ Jamaine P. Craft, 36, Chicago, was arrested Aug. 18 in the 100 block of South Eastwood Drive on a charge of battery. Taken to jail. Bond and court date to be set.

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ambulance 2:38 p.m. – 1100 block of Seminary Avenue, lockout; truck 8:54 p.m. – 1300 block of Claussen Drive, unintentional smoke detector activation, no fire; shift commander, truck, engine

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■ Steven M. Haller, 22, Johnsburg, was arrested Aug. 21 at Church and Jefferson streets on charges of disobeying stop sign, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and unlawful possession of cannabis. Released after posting 10 percent of $2,500 bond. Court date Sept. 25.

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Time to start (thinking about) voting

Nine weeks from today, we will know the results of the most memorable, perhaps most consequential election of our lifetimes. At the federal level, we will elect a president and determine political majorities of the U.S. Senate and House as Washington is struggling to contain a pandemic that has left 180,000 Americans dead and 10 percent of the workforce out of a job. And that against a backdrop of bitter political division nationally while the nation copes with renewed activism on behalf of social and racial justice. In Illinois, the governor is not on the ballot, and it’s unlikely voters can overcome the state’s corrupt legislative redistricting system to deny Democrats their continued majorities in the General Assembly. But maybe we can elect enough legislators in both parties with the political courage needed to make long overdue reforms in our broken lawmaking system, which includes the embarrassment of state finances. And don’t forget the referendum on whether to move Illinois to a graduated income tax schedule like most other states. Locally, McHenry County will elect a County Board chairman in addition to half of the members of a County Board that is due for a reduction in

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He’s lonely. Vote by mail and give him some friends! size starting in 2022 and is overdue for re-examining how its part-time members are compensated. With the traditional start of the

campaign season getting underway after the coming Labor Day weekend, it’s not too early to put serious thought into not only who gets your vote, but

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were granted relief due to COVID-19; instead of having to collect a minimum 5,891 valid signatures to run for countywide office, the required signature count was reduced to 589. Starting the same day that Governor Pritzker’s stay-at-home-order ended, volunteers from the Libertarian Party risked their health and safety to collect petition signatures. On July 20, James “Jim” Young for auditor and Kelly Liebmann for coroner submitted their nomination petitions including 980 signatures. With no other possible opposition on the ballot other than Libertarians, the Republican Party candidates filed objections to Young and Liebmann’s nominating petitions. The Republicans running for auditor and coroner would rather waste taxpayer funds rather than run for election on their

how you will vote. After all, the threat posed by the coronavirus pandemic has all of us re-thinking many aspects of our life – including how we work, shop, and play – and voting will be no different. Fortunately for people in Woodstock and McHenry County, a vote-bymail ballot application was mailed to everyone who bothered to vote in any election from 2016 through this past spring. That gives you choices. County Clerk Joe Tirio suggests you fill out that application and return it. Mail-in ballots will be sent starting Sept. 24, giving you plenty of time to decide whether to vote by mail, put that ballot in a dropbox at the Administration Building, or trade it in at the polls to vote in-person on Election Day, Nov. 3. That voting option is expected to increase mail-in ballots from the thousands to the tens of thousands in McHenry County, Tirio says. If you want to cast an in-person vote but not wait until Election Day, know that early voting in the clerk’s office also will begin Sept. 24. Plan accordingly. This election comes at a pivotal time for our state and our nation. On this 100th anniversary of American women having been guaranteed the right to vote, please participate – safely – in your democracy.

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Project for Route 47 could defeat city’s ‘walkable’ goal In all the discussion about the widening of Route 47 through Woodstock, I have seen no mention of pedestrian crossings. Route 47 will become a continuous, non-stop flow through the city because of multiple roundabouts. There will be no way for people on foot to cross it to access vital services. Aldi moves to its new location at American Way and Lake Avenue in 2022, so all the major grocery stores (Jewel, Walmart, Aldi), pharmacies (Walgreens, Walmart, Jewel), and the U.S. Post Office will be cut off from greater Woodstock. If the goal is to make Woodstock a more “walkable” city, I’d be interested to see how the issue of pedestrians crossing

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Libertarians qualify for ballot position Nov. 3 Not every Republican will be guaranteed victory in uncontested countywide elections [in McHenry County] this November thanks to dedicated members of the Libertarian Party. Normally to appear on the ballot, “new party” candidates like the Green Party or Libertarian Party need to collect roughly 10 times the number of petition signatures than their Republican or Democrat counterparts. This year, new party candidates

own talents and experience. Why? Republicans are afraid of losing. Jim Young earned his Master of Business Administration in finance, his Master of Accounting Science, and is currently the chief financial officer of a medical device company. Young was in the Army during the Vietnam War, a Peace Corp volunteer, and a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity. Young taught accounting at both Illinois State and Indiana Universities. Unlike his opponent, Young will be independent from the many other elected Republicans in McHenry County; Young will be able fulfill the auditor’s duties with complete autonomy. Kelly Liebmann attended college for police science, including classes in criminal and civil law, and was also an

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emergency 911 dispatcher. Liebmann researched and compiled accident data and publicly advocated McHenry County make changes to a deadly intersection where two of her friends were killed. Liebmann has employment experience in management and administration, serves as Greenwood Township trustee, treasurer for the McHenry County Libertarian Party, and is also logistics director for the Illinois Jo Jorgensen for President campaign. Walter M. Simons Port Barrington

Our future will depend on whom we elect Nov. 3 “Vote like never before.” Those are the words that are ringing in my ears after hearing former President Barack Obama’s speech at the

Democratic National Convention. No matter how hard we work together to conquer the many grave challenges we face right now, the most impactful thing we can do is to elect leaders who will join with us to tackle those challenges. We can’t ignore climate change. It must be beaten back on a global level, and our country, with its huge carbon footprint, has to get back on track and once again work with the rest of the world. To get there, we must vote for leaders like Joe Biden, Bill Foster, Sean Casten, and Lauren Underwood, who already understand this urgency and support climate action. President Obama’s final stirring words also apply to our fight to slow climate change: “Any chance of success depends entirely on the outcome of this election.” Please vote. Karen Campbell Bolingbrook

hopeful that families and students continue to take advantage of the programs we are offering and that they are confident that we are looking out for everyone’s safety.” He allowed that the pandemic might have an impact on the number of young people who would participate this fall, but “music has too many benefits to leave it out of a child’s education.” “For me, playing an instrument in times like these adds an additional layer of security, a chance to remove myself from all the craziness and a way to focus on something positive and to see positive results,” Scott wrote. FG4FS will offer a layer of security to students who take advantage of its amazing, proven, free opportunity. Thanks to Scott and all the talented musicians who volunteer their time so young people can make music of their own. For information, visit fg4fs.org or email or call Scott at scottn728@comcast.net or 815-975-7989. P.S. Masks on, Woodstock! The staff and I would like to publish pictures of readers, co-workers, friends, and family wearing masks. We’ve published an ad with a photo of the editorial staff wearing our Woodstock Independent masks. Now it’s your turn. Email photos to woodstock4all@ thewoodstockindependent.com. We’re all in this together. Cheryl Wormley is publisher of The Woodstock Independent. Her email address is c.wormley@thewoodstockindependent.com

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ment ceremony Aug. 2 at Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington. Olivia Croner received a degree in majored nursing, and Kathleen Holub graduated cum laude in music education.

Two students from Woodstock graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wis. this past spring. Rachel Grischow earned a master’s degree in physician assistant studies, and Makala Villont earned a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing.

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Dana Walsh will receive nursing degree at Quincy Dana Walsh of Wonder Lake will receive her Bachelor of Science in nursing Sept. 5 from Quincy University during a postponed spring 2020 commencement ceremony outside at QU Stadium (weather depending). The event will be divided into three separate ceremonies to meet CDC

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Nine students from Woodstock have been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2020 semester at the University of Illinois. They are Dante Bucci, a junior majoring in computer science; Eric Canady, a

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Three local students were among more than 9,000 graduates in spring 2020 at the University of Illinois. They are Gwendolyn Paulsen of Wonder Lake, Bachelor of Science in psychology; and Woodstock residents Carissa Rice, Master of Accounting Science, and Morgan Londo, Bachelor of Science in advertising.

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Adding color to the Friends of the Public Library plant sale this weekend will be echinacea, euphorbia, and heurchera.

pumpkins, and gourds to welcome autumn early. Plants will sell for $10 apiece or three for $25, though some will be slightly higher, such as the three-inone pot. Cash, checks, and credit cards will be accepted. Friends of Woodstock Public Library supports the library by supplementing the budget for equipment, programs, and services. For more information, call Hoch as 815-338-5553.

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Scouts’ Thin Mint Sprint throughout September Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois is hosting the organization’s 16th annual Thin Mint Sprint virtually through Sept. 30. Adults and school-age children can choose from a 2-mile walk, 2-mile competitive race, or 8K race. Participants will choose their own course and complete the race or walk anytime during September. A virtual leader board will track runner time through the end of the race. Online registration is open at

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membership, in part through the club’s dining room. The club has dozens of dining memberships among non-golfers. “Members want a great golf course to play and great food to dine,” Hesch explained in his email, “but do not want the pressure of running the golf course along with a potential yearly financial assessment. Not being equity-owned gives the incoming group more flexibility running the operation with a focus on experience for our members and guests.” McCullough said current members – which includes second- and even third-generation families – would be surveyed this month about the course and food to guide the club’s new governing structure. “As we look forward,” Hesch’s email said, “we will look to work with, listen to and retain our most important assets – our wonderful staff and members.” The club’s general manager is Lesli Ortiz. Her husband, Ramon Ortiz, is the chef. Allen Brown is the longtime golf pro. Hesch acknowledged the new

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organizational structure continued to be developed in light of the recent closing on the purchase. “We’re still working on some of this,” he said. The new owners, all of whom were equity or annual members of the club, are Mike Anderson, Charlie Boe, Don Goad, Chris Hesch, John Krenger, Phillip McCullough, Chirag Patel, Tom Schermerhorn, Brad Schlottman, Bruce Smith, and Sig Weiler.

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Many events have been canceled by the coronavirus pandemic, but not this coming weekend’s annual plant sale of the Friends of the Woodstock Public Library. “I’m thrilled we’re going to be able to have this like we have every year,” organizer Gail Hoch said. The sale will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday in the library parking lot, 414 W. Judd St., and will resume Saturday morning – assuming some plants didn’t get sold the first day. Face masks will be required for customers, Hock said, and social distancing shouldn’t be a problem. “That’s a big parking lot,” she observed. While “Mum’s the Word” remains the official motto of the sale, it could well be “More Than Mums.” “Mums may be the word,” Hoch said, “but we’ve got something else for you.” Besides a variety of six mums, the sale again will feature a wide variety of locally grown fall plants and grasses, including perennials and some late-in-season annuals. Among the returning stars of the show will be a euphorbia known as Ascot Rainbow and a hanging basket with colorful peppers flowing over. For a townhouse, condo, or apartment, the sale will offer a three-in-one pot with different colored mums to offer flair to a smaller space. Of course, the usual displays will be set up on and around the parking lot, with lots of fall decorations,

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30 years ago – 1990

■ A letter written by U.S. Marine Sgt. Paul Selchow, 22, to his parents was published in The Independent . The Woodstock native wrote of the possibility of being stationed in Kuwait in response to Iraq’s invasion of the sovereign Arab state. ■ The McHenry County Department of Solid Waste Management deemed disposal of lead-acid vehicle batteries into the trash a petty offense punishable by a $100 fine.

25 years ago – 1995

■ A new elementary school, to be built on or adjacent to the Northwood elementary and middle school site was part of the Woodstock School District 200 Board of Education’s proposed referendum package of nearly $21 million. ■ The city of Woodstock estimated the Ku Klux Klan rally on Aug. 19 cost the city $35,422.

20 years ago – 2000

■ John O’Hagan, United Way of McHenry County executive director, received the Chester Gould Award, presented each year by the Adult & Child Rehabilitation Center for exemplary support. ■ A 2.1-mile section of Nippersink Creek was rerouted into three miles of newly created “meanders,” dug to match the original creek route as shown on old maps. The creek had been channelized in 1951 for agricultural purposes.

15 years ago – 2005

■ The Woodstock High School varsity football team kicked off the season with a 23-20 overtime win over arch nemesis McHenry. Kicker Rob Etheridge had a chance to win the game in the closing minutes of the fourth quarter but missed the PAT. “I was glad I got a chance to fix it in the end and come out with a win,” Etheridge said of his 19-yard field goal in OT. ■ St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, Woodstock, donated three carloads of school supplies to Woodstock School District 200 to be given to students who needed them. Becky Blaho organized the drive.

10 years ago – 2010

■ The Woodstock McDonald’s restaurant reopened after being closed for

17 four months for a complete rebuild. The new décor featured photos of Woodstock and zoned seating to accommodate customers wanting a quick meal or to “stay awhile.” The new building replaced a smaller one built in 1975. ■ Beloved television star Betty White was the guest of honor at a fundraiser for BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding & Educational Center in Chemung. About 200 people attended the event, which raised about $35,000. In an exclusive interview with Matt Fagerholm for The Independent , White said, “My life is divided absolutely in half – half show business and half animal business, the two things I love most.”

5 years ago – 2015

■ Local officials credited government cooperation with the approval of a new enterprise zone encompassing parts of Woodstock, Harvard, and unincorporated McHenry County. “That was a true team effort,” Woodstock City Councilman Mike Turner said. Enterprise zones are intended to spur economic growth in depressed areas by granting tax breaks, reduced regulations, and other incentives. ■ All three high school varsity football teams in Woodstock won seasonopening games. Woodstock North defeated UIC Prep 73-0; Woodstock topped the Round Lake Panthers 37-3; and Marian rallied to bring home a 21-14 victory over Crystal Lake South.

1 year ago – 2019

■ Artists and fine craftsmen in and around Woodstock were preparing to open their studios for display and sale of their work at the sixth annual Art Tour sponsored by the Woodstock Professional & Business Women. Pottery, painting, art glass, jewelry, photography, and mixed media could be found at 23 stops. ■ The Independent featured a twopart series about Woodstock resident Albert Ideler’s experiences from German farm boy to 16-year-old draftee during World War II and surviving Soviet prison camps to immigrating to the United States and making Woodstock his home. ■ About 60 people gathered in the Park in the Square to remember victims of fatal drug overdoses. The local Roar to Recover event was held on International Drug Overdose Awareness Day.

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INVITATION TO BID The Board of Education, Woodstock Community Unit School District No. 200 will receive sealed bids until 10:00 a.m. prevailing time on Tuesday, September 21, 2020, for the sale of the Building Trades house, located at 1401 Sandpiper, Woodstock, Illinois.

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWENTY-SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MCHENRY COUNTY-IN PROBATE Case No. 20PR000231 In the Matter of the Estate of MONICA R. HEGE Deceased CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of MONICA R. HEGE Of: WOODSTOCK, IL Letters of office were issued on: 8/19/2020 to: Representative: HERMAN W. MULLEJANS 2337 ALTA VISTA DR. WAUKEGAN, IL 60087 JOAN M. MULLEJANS 2337 ALTA VISTA DR. WAUKEGAN, IL 60087 whose attorney is: KRAFT, PATRICIA C. 131 E. CALHOUN ST. WOODSTOCK, IL 60098 Claims against the estate may be filed within six months from the date of first publication. Any claim not filed within six months from the date of first publication or claims not filed within three months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditor, whichever is later, shall be barred. Claims may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Circuit Court

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ASSUMED NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on AUGUST 25, 2020 An Assumed Name Business Certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk in McHenry County, IL under the following business name and address, and setting forth the names and addresses of all persons owning, conducting and transacting business known as: IRON R FARRIER SERVICE located at 7705 S. OAK RD., WONDER LAKE, IL 60097. Owner Name & Address: WYATT RAISOR 7705 S. OAK RD., WONDER LAKE, IL 60097. Dated: AUGUST 25, 2020 /s/ JOSEPH J. TIRIO (McHenry County Clerk) (Published in The Woodstock Independent September 2, 2020)L11071

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ASSUMED NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on AUGUST 25, 2020 An Assumed Name Business Certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk in McHenry County, IL under the following business name and address, and setting forth the names and addresses of all persons owning, conducting and transacting business known as: BLUE WOOD DESIGNER located at 1085 HORIZON RIDGE LAKE IN THE HILLS IL 60156. Owner Name & Address: DANTE SMITH 1085 HORIZON RIDGE LAKE IN THE HILLS IL 60156. Dated: AUGUST 25, 2020 /s/ JOSEPH J. TIRIO (McHenry County Clerk) (Published in The Woodstock Independent September 2, 2020)L11072

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWENTY-SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MCHENRY COUNTY-IN PROBATE Case No. 20PR000240 In the Matter of the Estate of KENNETH E. MILLER Deceased CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of KENNETH E. MILLER Of: CRYSTAL LAKE, IL Letters of office were issued on: 8/24/20 to: Representative: GARY S. MILLER 389 POPLAR ST. CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014 whose attorney is: WAGGONER LAW FIRM 4 N. WALKUP AVE. CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014 Claims against the estate may be filed within six months from the date of first publication. Any claim not filed within six months from the date of first publication or claims not filed within three months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditor, whichever is later, shall be barred. Claims may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Circuit Court at the McHenry County Government Center, 2200 North Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, Illinois, 60098, or with the representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to his attorney within ten days after it has been filed. /s/KATHERINE M KEEFE (Clerk of the Circuit Court) (Published in The Woodstock Independent September 2, 2020)L11073

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ASSUMED NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on AUGUST 28, 2020 An Assumed Name Business Certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk in McHenry County, IL under the following business name and address, and setting forth the names and addresses of all persons owning, conducting and transacting business known as: RUSH

REMODELING located at 4511 HOME AVE., MCHENRY IL 60050. Owner Name & Address: PATRICK L. RUSH 717 1/2 WASHINGTON ST., WOODSTOCK IL 60098. Dated: AUGUST 28, 2020 /s/ JOSEPH J. TIRIO (McHenry County Clerk) (Published in The Woodstock Independent September 2, 2020)L11074

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ASSUMED NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on AUGUST 24, 2020 An Assumed Name Business Certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk in McHenry County, IL under the following business name and address, and setting forth the names and addresses of all persons owning, conducting and transacting business known as: PASCHE LAW located at 4530 W. CRYSTAL LAKE RD., #1269 MCHENRY IL 60050. Owner Name & Address: PAUL W. PASCHE 1929 OLDE MILL LANE, MCHENRY IL 60050. Dated: AUGUST 24, 2020 /s/ JOSEPH J. TIRIO (McHenry County Clerk) (Published in The Woodstock Independent September 2, 2020) L11075

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ASSUMED NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on AUGUST 26, 2020 An Assumed Name Business Certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk in McHenry County, IL under the following business name and address, and setting forth the names and addresses of all persons owning, conducting and transacting business known as STRESS-FREE FENCE & LANDSCAPE located at 197 UTEG ST. 207A, CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014. Owner Name & Address: CYNTHIA WHITE 197 UTEG ST. 207A, CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014. Dated: AUGUST 26, 2020 /s/ JOSEPH J. TIRIO (McHenry County Clerk) (Published in The Woodstock Independent September 2, 2020) L11076

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ASSUMED NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on AUGUST 17, 2020 An Assumed Name Business Certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk in McHenry County, IL under the following business name and address, and setting forth the names and addresses of all persons owning, conducting and transacting business known as: TRANSPARENCY CONSTRUCTION located at 85 EAST TERRA COTTA AVE. UNIT 1B, CRYSTAL LAKE IL 60014. Owner Name & Address: PAUL OZIMEK 1142 GREENWOOD CIRCLE WOODSTOCK IL 60098. Dated: AUGUST 17, 2020 /s/ JOSEPH J. TIRIO (McHenry County Clerk) (Published in The Woodstock Independent August 26, 2020, September 2, 2020)L11068

Bids will be opened on September 21, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. prevailing time and read aloud in the Woodstock Community Unit School District No. 200 Business Services Office, 2990 Raffel Road, Woodstock, Illinois, by Risa Hanson, Chief Financial Officer. (Published in The Woodstock Independent August 26, 2020, September 2, 2020)L11069

at the McHenry County Government Center, 2200 North Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, Illinois, 60098, or with the representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to his attorney within ten days after it has been filed. /s/KATHERINE M KEEFE (Clerk of the Circuit Court) (Published in The Woodstock Independent August 26, 2020, September 2, 2020)L11070

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Bid specifications and forms can be obtained on the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website www.woodstockschools.org or from Woodstock Community Unit School District No. 200, Business Services Office, 2990 Raffel Road, Woodstock, IL 60098, 815- 338-8204.

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ASSUMED NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on AUGUST 6, 2020 An Assumed Name Business Certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk in McHenry County, IL under the following business name and address, and setting forth the names and addresses of all persons owning, conducting and transacting business known as: ROY ROGERS CONST & HANDYMAN SERVICES located at 7412 BURNING TREE DR., MCHENRY IL 60050. Owner Name & Address: ROY K. ROGERS JR. 7412 BURNING TREE DR., MCHENRY IL 60050. Dated: AUGUST 6, 2020 /s/ JOSEPH J. TIRIO (McHenry County Clerk) (Published in The Woodstock Independent August 19, 2020, August 26, 2020, September 2, 2020)L11065

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GIRLS SWIMMING On Aug. 26, the Woodstock co-op varsity swim team fell to McHenry 68-60 in the team’s first meet of the season under the safety guidelines of COVID-19. Many girls swam personal record times. Newcomer Hannah Blaksley, a junior at Woodstock North High School, finished first in the 50 free (25.6 seconds) and first in the 100 free (56.78).

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BOYS GOLF The Woodstock co-op golf team racked up two wins last week for a 3-0 start in conference play. Aug. 25, the co-op defeated Harvard 188-208. Senior Brad Arnold shot 44, and juniors Luke Trewyn and Jake Murray, and sophomore Aidan Sivore all shot 48. Aug. 26, the team defeated Johnsburg at Chapel Hill 175-191, led by Arnold with 42. Sivore had a 43, and Sam Berry, Murray, and Trewyn with 45.

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Labor Day, like many other holidays, is traditionally depicted as a time to relax and picnic. This year, active-minded Midwesterners will more likely take advantage of one of the last summer weekends to enjoy some sporty seasonal fun since mild temperatures will soon give way to the crisp breezes of fall, followed by icy wind chills. Many outdoor options lend themselves well to social-distancing, and the farther you venture into the wide open spaces, the lower the chances are of encountering a crowd. Following are a few suggestions for some family-oriented, low-contact recreational options.

rail trails are quite scenic, and the towns they connect often offer dining options. There’s no more inspiring goal than riding toward an ice cream stop. Nearby rail trails include: n Prairie Trail, 26.5 miles, Genoa City, Wis., to Algonquin n Great Western Trail, 17 miles, St. Charles to Sycamore n Long Prairie Trail, 13.9 miles, Capron to Caledonia n Fox River Trail, 44.6 miles, Algonquin to Oswego. Popular trails, however, can become busy on weekends. Rural roads are another easily accessible option for maximum distancing.

Biking

One of the most versatile fitness options, bicycle outings can be as simple as riding out of the driveway and taking a spin around the neighborhood. With a little planning, however, there are many nearby trails that offer a full day of bike touring. Rail trails - former railroad beds converted into bike paths - are abundant in our area of northern Illinois. These trails feature safe and easy offroad touring, well-suited for families or solo bikers. Often following routes not accessible by any other means,

Wide groomed trails and more challenging single-file trails provide hiking opportunities at Marengo Ridge, a McHenry County Conservation District site.

The McHenry County Bike Club website offers suggested routes at mchenrybicycleclub.org/index.php/ rides-events/route-maps.

Kayaking

Growing in popularity, kayaking is a simple fitness option for exploring local waterways. Like biking, kayaking can take you places that are virtually inaccessible any other way. Rentals are reasonable and generally dropoff, pickup, and transportation back to your vehicle are included (if traveling on a river trail). While kayak rental is a great introductory option, buying a small craft is the next reasonable step for enthusiasts. A basic kayak is affordable and will open up many more options for adventure. This sport is, however, very weather-dependent and also limited by the conditions of the waterway. Because of the low rainfall this summer, many of the smaller local waterways are very shallow, and some might even be unnavigable. Conversely, high water conditions can be dangerous. Nearby waterways ideal for kayaking: n Nippersink Creek n Kishwaukee River Various canoe launches are available on these waterways in McHenry and Boone counties, and assorted outfitters offer rentals.

Hiking

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If you need a little more purpose behind your walk, MCCD offers geocaching. Geocaching is a high-tech “treasure hunting” game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices or smart phones. For more information, visit mccdistrict.org/visit___explore/ things_to_do/geocache___letterbox. php.

Plan for fall

If the weather during Labor Day weekend is not fit for any of these activities, or if you give in and just kick back and relax, browse through the Woodstock Recreation Center Fall City Scene, available online at 9 a.m. Sept. 1, and choose a class for fall. Resident registration begins at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8; non-resident registration, 9 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10. Visit woodstockrecreationdepartment.com for more information.

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hiking, requires only some decent shoes and the ability to walk. Different from a walk, a hike is defined as a long, vigorous walk, usually on trails or footpaths in the countryside. Wilderness or trail hiking is typically quite peaceful and allows the participant to experience nature at an up-close-and-personal pace. People can hike alone, with a partner, with a group, or even a dog. The destination is often chosen by terrain, natural attractions, or types of trails. McHenry County Conservation District offers a wide variety of wellmarked trails at 35 unique sites open to the public throughout the county. These sites feature 106 miles of hiking trails, 45 miles of biking trails, 25 fishing areas, six campgrounds, and six canoe launches. Try an old favorite, or consider setting a goal of exploring new trails every outing.

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Woodstock North High School senior Sophia Ferru practices Aug. 26 at the school. The tennis match the Thunder had scheduled for the day was canceled by the visiting team because of excessive heat.

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Organizers say the 5K can be covered any way (biking, skipping, running, walking, etc.) and anywhere (at home, in a forest preserve, or at a local park). Everyone will receive a T-shirt and a finishers medal. An online store is selling Care4 items at the race website, care4breastcancer.org. For more information about Family Health Partnership Clinic, visit hpclinic. org.

Woodstock High School sophomore Aidan Sivore shot the team low score of 91 at the Woodstock Golf Invitational on Monday at Bull Valley. He finished in eighth place out of 30 golfers. Woodstock Co-Op finished third out of five teams. sponsored by

The 20th anniversary of the Care4 Breast Cancer 5K will be virtual from Oct. 9 to 18. People can get involved in the fundraiser by registering, starting a team, or making a donation. The 5K supports uninsured McHenry County patients at Family Health Partnership Clinic; all proceeds stay local. Patients who need breast cancer screenings, education, and preventative care receive services at the clinic, which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit healthcare clinic that has served uninsured people since 1996. To register or donate, care4breastcancer.org. Participant fee is $35 for adults and teens; $15 for kids 12 and younger; and $50 to enter the Care4 Challenge. The first 500 participants will receive a free neck gaiter.

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