Boone County Shopper October 20th, 2022

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DRUG PREVENTION COALITION NEWSLETTER

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many fun things can be done without the need to engage in substance use. Make plans and create fun projects to do

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County has so many great resources and events to offer through out the holidays. Below you will

community especially if you are in a position that is better than others to share what

about some things coming up that may be would be of interest if you have not tried it yet! Many of these are free to attend and just involve your time and energy. Take time to carve that pumpkin, attend something fun, window paint, decorate a tree,

get involved in Red Ribbon Week! Have a wonderful time during these holidays!

COMING UP IN BOONE COUNTY

• Red Ribbon Week - October 23rd-31st

• Trick or Treat - October 26th Downtown Belvidere from 4-7 PM

• National DEA Day - October 29th from 9 AM-12 PM

• Hometown Christmas - December 2nd

RED RIBBON WEEK

Red Ribbon Week is a national campaign dedicated to educating and spreading awareness about substance use and providing fun ways/activities to share prevention efforts in the community. The theme this year is “Celebrate Life”. Belvidere High School will be participating in Red Ribbon activities exclusively and we are hoping your business, school, or organization will too! Show your support by:

• Hanging a red ribbon on the wall or from the window or even wearing one

• Post and share your stories on social media to our Facebook page with staff/youth participating in Red Ribbon Week

• Wear red to show your support

• Provide an activity that promotes positivity and goes with the theme

To learn about how you can get your company or organization or even your youth involved, get in touch with us today!

DRUG TAKE BACK DAY - OCTOBER 29TH, 2022

Did you know that we have a drug overdose epidemic in our country and even in our own community? Too often people become victim to this tragedy and don’t realize that there are steps to prevent addiction and overdose especially in youth. How can you help? You can keep your medications locked up and out of reach of anyone coming in and out of your household. You can also prevent curiosity by simply discarding unused or expired medications properly by bringing them to your local drug disposal site. We have our own in Boone County so you may drop off whenever you can! You can also participate in DEA Day and drop off on October 29th from 9 AM-12 PM at the Belvidere Township Building as a local drive by event.

Location of Drop-Offs: The Candlewick Lake Admin Building at 13400 IL-76, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 or Belvidere Public Safety Building at 615 N. Main Street, Belvidere, IL 61008. How: Drive up and drop off your unused or expired medications. Please no sharps, liquids or aerosols. Visit BCDPC.org to learn more about our current drop sites year round and how to properly dispose of sharps and liquids.

VOTER

THREE WAYS TO CAST YOUR VOTE!

EARLY VOTE: You can early vote in the County Clerk’s office beginning 40 days prior to any election. Early Voting began on September 29, 2022 for the General Election 2022.

VOTE BY MAIL: You can request a ballot to be mailed to you by completing the application for a ballot on our website. You can now choose to be on the PERMANENT Vote By Mail list.This means that you complete one application, check the box for the permanent list for all General or Consolidated Elections to automatically receive a ballot for those elections.You can also choose the box to include Primaries as well as the General/Consolidated Elections.If you choose this, you will need to state which party ballot you want to receive.* Voter will be responsible for any changes in address.You must notify the County Clerk’s office if you change your address for mailing the ballot.

VBM Ballots began to be mailed out on September 29, 2022 for the 2022 General Election November 8, 2022.The last day to request a VBM ballot for this election will be November 3, 2022 by noon.

VOTE IN PERSON at your polling location ON Election Day! Polls are open from 6am to 7pm. You should have received a new voter registration card in the mail in April of 2022.Please read your card for info on where you vote. If you need a replacement card, contact the County Clerk’s office to receive a new card.

For further information on elections, voter registration & the available assistance to voters who are elderly or have disabilities, contact the Boone County Clerk’s Office at 1212 Logan Ave., Belvidere, IL 61008. Regular office hours are 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Mon.-Fri. & the phone number is 815-544-3103.

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HIDE-A-BED FOR SALE, queen, burgundy/green plaid, Smith Brothers, $100 or best offer. 815-262-8967.

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FRIDAY NIGHT FLICK October 21st Gates Open-6PM Movie Starts-Dusk Sundstrand Park, 2288 Newburg Rd., Belvidere

MUMMY & ME

Grab your favorite Mummy (mom, grandma, aunt) & dress in your favorite Halloween costume & come to Rivers Edge Recreation Center for a fun night of games, crafts, & dancing. There will be a costume contest for the best couple, cutest costume & most creative (TK) Location: Rivers Edge Rec Center Min/Max: 10/30 couples

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YOUTH BASKETBALL

LIL’ PINT HOOPS 3-4 Years Old

This program is a great start to introducing your 3-4 year old to the game of basketball. Mini basketballs & lowered baskets make this class the perfect introductory class for the future hoopsters. Participants will work on dribbling, passing, shooting & listening through fun & creative games & drills. This instructional class will also include the concept of fair play & working tougher. Space is limited, so register early. (No class 11/23) (PK)

Location: Meehan Gym Min/Max: 5/12

Code Age R/NR Fee Date Day Time Register By 301096-03 3-4 $30/$45 10/29-11/19

SAT 9-9:45 am 10/24 301096-04 3-4 $30/$45 11/2-30 WED 5:30-6:15 pm 10/24

SMALL SHOTS BASKETBALL 5-6 Years Old

Looking for a class to introduce your 5-6 year old to basketball? You’ve found it. Basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting & listening will be taught through a variety of creative drills & games that will assist them in improving at their own pace. Teamwork, participation & good sportsmanship are stressed. Smaller basketballs & lowered baskets will be used to allow each child a positive, successful learning experience. Space is limited. Register early. (No class: 11/23) (PK) Location: Meehan Gym Min/Max: 5/12

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Time Register By 301126-03 5-6 $35/$50 10/29-11/19 SAT 10-11 am 10/24 301126-04 5-6 $35/$50 11/2-30 WED 6:30-7:30 pm 10/24

YOUTH BASKETBALL PRESEASON CLINIC

Looking for a clinic that will get your child ready for league play basketball? Just looking for a fun & informative introduction to the sport? BPD Youth Basketball is the class for you. Designed for participants to learn & utilize fundamental skills of the game & put that knowledge towards game play. A great opportunity for your child to receive attention while learning new skills & practicing previously learned ones. Will use smaller balls & lower baskets according to grade level to ensure success in learning. Space is limited, so register early. Sign up for one class at a time. (PK) Location: Meehan Gym Min/Max: 5/12

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Date Day Time Register By 301166-03 1-2 $35/$50 11/7-28 MON 5:30-6:30 pm 10/24 301166-04 1-2 $35/$50 10/29-11/19 SAT 11:15 -12:15 pm 10/24

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BELVIDERE/BOONE COUNTY’S MOST WANTED Boone County Crime Stoppers Will Pay Rewards Up To $1,000 On Information That Leads To The Capture Of These Criminals

FUGITIVES WANTED AS OF October 1, 2022 Warrants must be verified before arrest

WARNING:

The fugitives in this bulletin may be dangerous. Never confront them. Call Crime Stoppers or your local law enforcement

IMPORTANT: Your call is confidential; we never ask your name, and our phones DO NOT HAVE CALLER I.D. If your information leads to an arrest or solves a crime, you will be paid up to $1,000.00

This bulletin is an official publication compiled by the Boone County Sheriff’s Department, Belvidere Police Department and Boone County Crime Stoppers.

All individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Nathan D. Becker Belvidere, IL

Offense: Probation Violation 5’11”, 150 lbs., Brown Hair/Blue Eyes 30 yrs. old

Tanya R. Sebright Machesney Park, IL

Offense: FTA - UPCS

5’2”, 140 lbs., Brown Hair/Blue Eyes 36 yrs. old

SE BUSCAN ESTOS FUGITIVOS 1 de Octubre de 2022

CUIDADO:

Los fugitivos en este boletín pueden ser peligrosos. Nunca se enfrente con ellos. Llame a Crime Stoppers o a la policía local

IMPORTANTE: Su llamada es confidencial. Nunca le preguntaremos su nombre y nuestros teléfonos no identifican su llamada. Si su información resulta en un arresto o resuelve un crimen, usted puede recibir hasta $1,000.00

Este boletín es una publicación oficial del departamento de Policía de Belvidere, del Shérif del condado de Boone, y Crime Stoppers del condado de Boone en Belvidere.

Matthew J. Gostele Belvidere, IL

Offense: Petition to Vacate Probation (Aggravated Battery) 6’1”, 150 lbs., Brown Hair/Brown Eyes 50 yrs. old

Cody S. Dunivan

Belvidere, IL

Offense: Petition to Vacate Probation (Poss. Of Stolen Firearm (x2), Burglary)

5’10”, 267 lbs., Brown Hair/Blue Eyes 20 yrs. old

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En la corte, cada individuo se considera inocente hasta que haya prueba de que es culpable.

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Job Announcement: Deputy Assessor

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The staff member may be required to travel to attend job-related conferences, training, and work with other departments. The staff member must be able to work well, perform, and complete duties under stress, deadlines, and while attending to multiple duties at once. The staff member must follow all county and department policies, goals, and objectives.

Anticipated starting pay is $16.00 to $18.00 hourly.

Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid sick time and vacation, and enrollment in Illinois Municipal retirement plan.

To apply please forward your resume to jmuellner@boonecountyil.gov

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BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY: Top Row (L-R) Luke Beutel, Cameron O’Brien, Jake Neiber, Evan Horgan, Nicholas Schroeder, James Foster. Next Row Down (L-R) Braeden Brown, Will Ward, Coach Eryk Yunk, Head Coach Ken Husser, Coach James Paddock, Jesse Kramer, Colin Young. Next Row Down (L-R) Anthony Avila, Graeme Schulz, Ben Meyers, Banks LaPlante, Orlando Hernandez, Antonio Ostalaza, Jovanni Alvarez, Zuriel Leanos. Next Row Down (L-R) Lukas Hoemke, Zach Rediger, Owen Jahn, Axel Davila, Angelo Parrinelo,

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Putting Boone County

First!

“The Boone County Board needs someone who will represent the hard working taxpayers of this community. It needs someone who has actually worked in our neighborhoods & understands the needs of the community to better serve the people of Boone County. I believe I am that person & I will continue to always put my community & my county first in everything I do. I hope I can count on your vote to elect me for a 2nd term to the Boone County Board.”

SAFETY TIPS

INSTALL smoke alarms inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area & on every level of the home, including the basement.

Larger homes may need ADDITIONAL smoke alarms to provide enough protection.

For the best protection, INTERCONNECT all smoke alarms so when one sounds they all sound.

An IONIZATION smoke alarm is generally more responsive to flaming fires & a PHOTOELECTRIC smoke alarm is generally more responsive to smoldering fires. For the best protection, both types of alarms or combination ionization & photoelectric alarms (also known as dual sensor alarms) are recommended.

Smoke alarms should be INSTALLED away from the kitchen to prevent false alarms. Generally, at least 10’ from any cooking appliances.

REPLACE all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old.

Is Fire Prevention Month

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Chris Norman Larson

Chris Norman Larson, 70, of Rockford, IL, passed away Monday, October 10, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family after a long battle with Parkinson’s. He was born December 16, 1951, in Belvidere, IL. The son of the late Clarence and M. Lucille (Anderson) Larson. He had a gentle soul and a kind heart that would only fight a battle when it involved fighting for humanity or his wife and family. Married September 13, 1975, in Spencer Park when he proudly became “Sam’s husband.” Avid reader and knower of all things, there was never a question asked that he could not answer. He would wake up early each morning to read the paper, and he sought knowledge on all topics.

Crossword champion and lover of Jeopardy, even on his final days, he was still able to answer the crossword puzzle correctly. He gave years of loyalty, hard work, and commitment to Sundstrand, where he built stealth bombers, fighter jets, and space shuttles. Always family first, he would never consider a promotion or a career that didn’t allow him to be with his family. He loved to travel and covered both the east and west coast. He recently enjoyed a trip to Disney with his entire family. With a sweet tooth as big as his heart, he would never pass up a cookie or Fannie May chocolate. He was instantly loved by everyone he met and will be missed by many. He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Sam Larson; son, Charlie (Ann Thornton) Larson; daughter, Sarah (Joseph Stovall) Larson; grandchildren, Nick Larson, Aaliyah Palmer, Jade Palmer, Orian Palmer, Elleana Stovall; great-granddaughter, Annabella Larson; brother, Gordon (Anna) Larson; sisters, Janice (Guy Wych) Rush, Julie Larson; numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Kathy Babbitt. The visitation and services were held earlier but the family will be collecting memorial funds for a donation to Parkinson’s’ Research at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and the Michael J Fox Foundation. A special thanks to the team at Northwestern and his loving caretakers from Maxim Healthcare and JourneyCare Hospice. Condolences can be shared with the family at www.belviderefh.com.

One of his many great accomplishments was his contribution to the Parkinson’s Progression Markers research program. He was one of the first participants in the study that now includes over 1400 people and has lasted for over a decade. The Michael J. Fox Foundation launched PPMI in 2010 to better understand Parkinson’s and advance new treatments. Since then, the study has changed how research is done and what scientists know about the brain. It is a cornerstone of our understanding of disease and has heavily influenced clinical trials. PPMI follows people - with and without Parkinson’sover time to learn more about how the disease starts and changes. That information may lead to insights and tools to help diagnose, treat and even prevent brain disease. He was well supported and loved by all at Northwestern Medical Center, and he felt strongly about supporting any programs that could help fight this cruel disease. All memorial funds collected will be given to Northwestern or The Michael J Fox Foundation to help support their efforts.

PPMI follows people with and WITHOUT Parkinson’s. If you would like to contribute to their studies, please follow this link to join: https:// www.michaeljfox.org/ppmi.