Boone County Shopper July 21, 2022 by Boone County Shopper

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CIRCULATION 20,250

Permit #62 Belvidere, IL

July 21, 2022 Vol. 76 No. 25

815-544-2166

Postal Customer

Published Every Thursday By Ed & Matt Branom

JIMMY DEAN SKILLETS MEAT LOVERS 16 OZ $

4.99

WE OFFER A VARIETY OF PRINTED PRODUCTS • Circulars/Flyers • Postcards • Yard Signs • Door Hangers • Business Cards • Letterhead • Brochures • Banners • Booklets • Tickets • Envelopes & More!

BOONE COUNTY SHOPPER 815-544-2166

• • • • • 2022-23 PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION • • • • • Registration packets for 2022/2023 Belvidere Park District Preschool are available at Rivers Edge Rec Center. To register, return the completed registration packet along with copy of a birth certificate & one month’s payment of preschool, which secures your child’s place & will be applied as your child’s May payment. Monthly EFT payments will be withdrawn on the 1st of every month beginning Sept. 1, 2022. Pay for the full year at time of registration & receive a 5% discount. Benefits to attending preschool • Activities to develop fine motor strength, identify shapes of letters & begin learning how to write them • Exposure to letter sounds to develop pre-reading skills REGISTER NOW! • Exposure & opportunity to gain knowledge in math & science concepts • Exciting experiences to gain cognitive & motor skills • Social & Emotional growth of being away from their family, as well as trusting & taking direction from teacher • Learning how to work with & interact with others including taking turns, problem solving & sharing PRESCHOOL (Ages 3-4) Introductory preschool will be exploring colors, numbers, & letters through manipulative materials, arts & crafts, songs, & games. Focus on developing social skills such as sharing, following directions & consideration of other’s feelings. Basic kindergarten readiness skills will also be taught including listening, scissors & writing skills, & the alphabet & number recognition. PRE-K (Ages 4-5) Building on the basic skills in preparation for kindergarten. Letter & number formation & recognition, writing skills, & building confidence will be the focus. The topics of math, science, & art will continue to be built upon.

KIDS SPOT YOUTH TUMBLING The Belvidere Park District and Kids Spot, Inc. have partnered up to offer high energy tumbling programs. The Kids Spot, Inc. has over 20 years of coaching experience and has received numerous regional and national awards. All classes will be held at the Rivers Edge Recreation Center and taught by Kids Spot staff. (PK) Location: Rivers Edge Recreation Center

Code Yearly R/NR Fee Monthly Fee Dates Day 401800-01 $1,125 / $1,143 $125/$127 9/6-5/11 TU/THR 9-11:30

Location: Admin. Office, lower level

Code Yearly R/NR Fee Monthly Fee Dates Day 401801-01 $1,404 / $1,422 $156/$158 9/7-5/12 M/W/F 9-11:30 401801-02 $1,404 / $1,422 $156/$158 9/7-5/12 M/W/F 1-3:30

Preschool Musts: Preschool will follow the School Dist. #100 calendar. Nonattendance days apply. Please download rainout line app for closings • Children must be up to date on all immunizations before starting preschool • Children must be toilet trained • Children must be age appropriate by 9/1/22 • This site is a nut free program.

Tiny Tumblers 1 & 2 (Age 3-5) Max: 6 This class is centered on age appropriate activities with an emphasis on socialization and group involvement through introductory gymnastics skills for tots. No prerequisite required.

Location: Admin. Office, lower level

Code 206225-02 206225-03 206226-02 206226-03

3RD BASE AFTER SCHOOL CARE For Children: Kindergarten-5th Grade Register now, space is limited.

Code Age R/NR Fee 206256-02 6-17 $54/$69 206256-03 6-17 $54/$69

Third Base is a cooperative after school recreation program between the Belvidere Park District and School District #100. Caring and trained staff provide a safe, healthy and fun environment for boys and girls in grades K-5. Our goal at Third Base is to encourage an environment of respect, community, fun and safety. Activities include group games, homework time, parties, arts and crafts. The program operates until 6:00 pm on full days of school. For more information, contact Aly Graham, 815-547-5711 x51 or agraham@belviderepark.org (AG) $16/day, 1st child; $14.60/day, 2nd child same family; $13.20/day per additional child from same family. All registration payment are due in full at the time of registration.

NOW HIRING: 3rd Base Coordinators & Counselors, Preschool Instructors, and New Horizon & Club Horizon Staff!

815-547-5711

Date 7/5-7/26 8/2-8/23 7/5-7/26 8/2-8/23

Time 4:15-5 PM 4:15-5 PM 4:15-5 PM 4:15-5 PM

Day TUE TUE TUE TUE

Date 7/5-7/26 8/2-8/23

Time 5-5:45 PM 5-5:45 PM

Day TUE TUE

Intermediate Tumbling (Age 6-17) Max: 8 Students who have mastered Beginning Tumbling and are ready for the next step will continue to perfect their skills while adding a new set of skills to their workout. Participants must complete the Beginning Tumbling program and be referred to the Intermediate Tumbling program.

Fees:

Open hours for drop ins are Monday-Thursday 5-8 PM Rentals on Saturdays and Sundays are available.

R/NR Fee $54/$69 $54/$69 $54/$69 $54/$69

Beginning Tumbling (Age 6-17) Max: 8 This class is designed for the entry level tumbler. Students will learn rolls, handstands, cartwheels and limbering skills. No prerequisite required. Participants will be divided based on skill level.

Where You Go Before You Go Home!

CLIMBING WALL

Age 3 3 4-5 4-5

Code Age R/NR Fee 206258-04 6-17 $54/$69 206258-05 6-17 $54/$69

Date 7/5-7/26 8/2-8/23

Time 5-5:45 PM 5-5:45 PM

Day TUE TUE

Watch For The Upcoming Fall GO GUIDE Delivered In Homes Soon!!

FOR PROGRAM DETAILS OR TO REGISTER VISIT BELVIDEREPARK.ORG

RJ DANIELS FUEL & TIRE Serving Belvidere & Boone County’s Automotive Needs For More Than 50 Years

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE: • OIL CHANGES • WHEEL ALIGNMENTS • SHOCKS & STRUTS • TIRE REPAIRS • NEW TIRES • BRAKES & SUSPENSIONS • AUTO BATTERIES • MUFFLERS & EXHAUST • BELTS & HOSES

OPEN Mon-Fri 7AM-5PM Saturday 7AM-Noon

COMPUTERIZED FRONT END ALIGNMENT

OFF Regular Price

This service includes: • Adjust tire pressure to manufacturer’s specs • Align front wheels making all adjustments required to maximize vehicle handling & ride • Inspect steering and suspension components Must present coupon. Most vehicles. Not valid with any other offers. Additional charges for shop supplies, up to 7% or $20 maximum, may be added. Offer valid through 7-31-22.

815-544-2118 • 8094 Fairgrounds Rd., Belvidere • danielsauto-tire-repair.com

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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - July 21, 2022

Lake Geneva, WI 2478 Crest Drive (Hwy 120 North)

262-248-0600 104.002640

DIXON AUTO SALES 1348 Fairgrounds Rd., Belvidere 815-975-9546 • gary@dixonautosales.com

‘14 CHRYSLER 300

Jocelyn Zierke RN . BSN

Only 71,751 Miles On This Local Car, Htd. Leather, Chrome Wheels, 3.6L V6, Touch Screen Radio ONLY $

Tree Services BudgetResidential & Commercial

Botox • Lip Filler • Facial Filler Chemical Peel • Skincare etc. 779-200-4494

Tree Removal-Trimming-Cleanup Free Mulch (Boone County Only)

FAMILY

WITH GOODWATER Softener Super Tune-Up & Clean $

Water Treatment From Our Family To Yours

596 N. Appleton Rd. Belvidere, IL

39.95

815-544-0800 mrgoodwater.com

Includes Water Analysis, Brine Tank & Lime Cleaning Injector & Screen Cleaning. A Complete Resin Treatment. Resetting of Timer, Salt & Hardness Settings. Must present coupon. Call for details. Exp. 7-27-22.

COMPUTER VIRUS REMOVAL and performance tuning. Top rated and local computer and laptop repair. AIDA Electronics, Poplar Grove, 815-765-0300, aidaelectronics.com.

24 Hr. Emergency Services (815)703-5571 Free Estimates Fully Insured

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Stay Hydrated

HELP WANTED: Career opportunity! HVAC installer - will train the right candidate. Email greg@ flemingheating.com or stop by 402 Buchanan Street and fill out an application.

(815)547-8894

unfilteredaesthetics.com

BEAT THE HEAT!

SAFE STEP. North Americas #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600 Off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 1-844-290-5083. (MCN)

17,995

ALOE CARE HEALTH, medical alert system. The most advanced medical alert product on the market. Voice-activated! No wi-fi needed! Special offer! Call and mention offer code CARE20 to get $20 off Mobile Companion. Call today! 1-855-654-1926. (MCN)

A Full Service Salon!

HAIRCUTTING CENTERS Haircuts $18.00 Seniors $15.00 $

1 OFF

Please Mention Ad

750 Beloit Rd., Belvidere • 815-544-6363 • Local Since 1973 HARDWOOD FLOORS: We install, sand and finish old and new hardwood floors. We also install laminates. 30 years experience. Free estimates. (You have called the rest, now call the best.) Robert’s Hardwood Floors, Bob at 815-547-0407 or 815-761-1679.

PERSONAL WANT AD Deadline: No later than noon on Tuesdays, for Thursday publication. Must be paid in advance (cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover). Call The Boone County Shopper at 815544-2166 or visit our website at www.boonecountyshopper.com

NEWBURG STORAGE MULTIPLE UNITS AVAILABLE 10X10 UP TO 12X30 UNITS

Y BROTHERS, A R D 815-544-6640 IN Call for estimates 7200 Epworth Rd., Garden Prairie, IL

Sand, Gravel, Excavating and

Ready Mix Concrete MON. - FRI. 7AM - 5PM SAT. 7AM - 12PM

$ Boone County Only

Clean & Check

A/C & Furnace Install STARTING AT $

3,500 Servicing All Makes & Models

HALF PRICE HEATING & AIR Certified, Licensed & Insured

CALL 779-772-0117

Starting $ At

Per 55 Month

• 24 HOUR ACCESS • SECURITY CAMERAS • LIGHTING

815-547-4072 6845 BELFORD INDUSTRIAL DR., BELVIDERE

YOU DON’T NEED TO MAKE DIFFICULT DECISIONS ALONE Real Estate Estates & Probate

Wills & Trusts Bankruptcy 930 W. Locust Belvidere 815-547-3369

We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy Code.

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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - July 21, 2022

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od Thru 7-

BELVIDERE 8 AM-8 PM POPLAR GROVE 4:30 AM-10 PM COUNTRYSIDEMARKETS.COM DEL MONTE FRUIT CUPS 6-7 OZ

99¢EA SPAGHETTI & BUTTERNUT SQUASH

1.79LB

1.29LB

1.79

FULLY COOKED RIBEYE STEAKS

COLEMAN FULLY COOKED ST. LOUIS RIBS 16 OZ

1.79

HOT BAR DINNERS

$6 - $10 Ribs, Beef, Ham, Cornish Hens, Corned Beef, Turkey, Sausage & More!

SARA LEE FRENCH CREAM CHEESECAKES 19.5 OZ

LAND-O-LAKES AMERICAN CHEESE

3.49LB

SEAPAK SHRIMP SPRING ROLLS 20 OZ

3.99

9.99LB

4.99

3.99

TAMPICO GALLON

2/$4

2.99

STOP IN FOR ALL YOUR PARTY NEEDS!

OLD COUNTRY HAM ASSTD. VARIETIES $

JIMMY DEAN REGULAR ROLL SAUSAGE 32 OZ

MARTHA STEWART’S READY TO BAKE BRAISED SHORT RIBS WITH VEG. 9 0Z

2.99

5.99

32 OZ $11.49

JIMMY DEAN SKILLETS MEAT LOVERS 16 OZ

3.99

BARBER STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST W/BROCCOLI & CHEESE 2/5 OZ

3.99

99¢LB

FARM RICH DELUXE FULLY COOKED BEEF & PORK MEATBALLS 28 OZ

7.99

5.99

3.29

WRIGHT DOUBLE SMOKED STACK PACK BACON 1.5 LB

STEAK EZE SIRLOIN BEEF STEAK 28 OZ

A BUNCH

5LB For $15 OR $ LB

2.99LB

2/$4

ROMAINE LETTUCE

JOHNSONVILLE PRIMO ITALIAN SAUSAGE 19 OZ

POM ANTIOXIDANT SUPER TEA 12 OZ

BONE IN TURKEY BREAST 10-12 LB

26-22

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Prices Go

JUMBO PARTY WINGS

CHICKEN TENDERS

BROASTER CHICKEN, HOMEMADE SALADS, BOAR’S HEAD MEATS

3.49LB

(THE CHEAPEST PRICE IN THE AREA),

DECORATED CAKES, & MUCH MORE!

Flexibility for you or your business

with our Money Market Account. Access your funds like a checking account, but earn interest like a savings account.

1.15%

APY*

$25,000+ mimimum daily balance

0.57%

APY*

$.01 - $24,999.99 minimum daily balance

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*Annual percentage yields (APY) are accurate as of 6/24/2022. Money Market special APYs are 0.57% APY for balances of $.01-$24,999.9 and 1.15% APY for balances of $25,000+. Money Markets are paid with interest beginning to accrue no later than the business day we receive credit for the deposit of the noncash items (for example, checks.) Minimum balance to open a Money Market Account is $2,500 and the minimum daily balance to obtain the disclosed APY is $2,500. Fees could reduce earnings. Your interest rate may change at any time and without notice. This offer may end at any time and without notice. Public Funds and Financial Institutions are excluded. Equal Housing Lender. Member FDIC.

Visit us at our Rockford Location:

811 South Perryville Road Next to Discount Tires • Open Mon. - Fri. 9 AM - 5 PM

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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - July 21, 2022

RISE

& SHINE RISE & SHINE DAY CARE HOME In Capron With Full & Part Time Openings. 30+ Years Experience. Licensed & CPR Certified. Reasonable Rates.

Call Barb 815-701-6349 HUGE GARAGE SALE: Something for everyone! Thursday, Friday 9 AM-5 PM; Saturday 9 AM-2 PM. 350 W. Grove St., Capron., MULTIFAMILY GARAGE SALE: 1801 Wynnwood Drive, off of Appleton Road and Maryland Court. Thursday, July 21st and Friday July 22nd 9 AM-4 PM. Adult and boys clothes and shoes; Newborn to 2T; adult and kids books; DVDs; toys; Craftsman arm saw; tools; household items; much, much miscellaneous. ESTATE SALE: July 21st-23rd 9 AM-5 PM. 3246 Be Ver Kreek Court. Household items; furniture and miscellaneous items. GARAGE SALE! We need more space! Men’s and women’s clothing, all sizes, new and fair condition; shoes; household and other miscellaneous items priced to sell! Come see what we have! July 22nd25th 9 AM-6 PM. 300 East 7th Street, Belvidere. TOOL & GARDEN Tool Sale: One day only! Saturday, July 23rd 9 AM-3 PM. 620 Baker Street. Downsizing tools and garden equipment,. BIG SALE: Tools; ladders; log splitter; antique farm stuff; cement mixer; 3 point grader blade; A-C pedal tractor; horse drawn plow; Stampin Up stamps and accessories; quilting frame and supplies; sewing machine; Easter, Christmas, and Halloween; craft supplies; lots of miscellaneous household; men’s and women’s. Everything must go. Saturday, July 23rd 9 AM. 5181 Shattuck Road. VILLAGE OF RIVER Run Neighborhood Garage Sales: 5656 Waters Bend Drive. Furniture; electronics; antiques; clothing for all ages and much miscellaneous. Thursday, Friday, Saturday 9 AM-3 PM.

BOONE COUNTY

Shopper

THE

INC

Minnihans Tree Service

112 Leonard Ct., Belvidere, IL 815-544-2166

QUALITY BUILT POST FRAME BUILDINGS

Prepare for power outages today

Trimming • Removal • Stump Removal

24 Hour Storm Clean-Up • Bucket Trucks FIREWOOD AVAILABLE

FREE

WITH A HOME STANDBY GENERATOR

Fully Insured • Free Estimates • Senior Discount

815-703-2297

7-Year Extended Warranty*

$0 MONEY DOWN + LOW MONTHLY PAYMENT OPTIONS

A $695 Value!

Contact a Generac dealer for full terms and conditions

F REE FOOD THE SALVATION ARMY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM

REQUEST A FREE QUOTE

SALVATION ARMY 422 S. Main, Belvidere DHS INCOME GUIDELINES HOUSEHOUSEMONTHLY MONTHLY HOLD HOLD INCOME INCOME SIZE SIZE 1

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$4,149

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(866) 643-0438

Over 30 Years Experience

*To qualify, consumers must request a quote, purchase, install and activate the generator with a participating dealer. Call for a full list of terms and conditions.

815-624-7902

SELL or BUY Call 815-544-2166 or stop at

BOONE COUNTY SHOPPER

BELVIDERE COLLECTIBLE COINS WE BUY GOLD/ SILVER JEWELRY, all foreign gold/silver coins, & collectible coins, proof sets, mint sets, single coins & sterling silver.

WE PAY 10% MORE For Your Gold & SilverJewelry With This Ad.

For each additional household member add $608

• Commercial • Agricultural • Horse Barns • Storage • Shops

CALL NOW BEFORE THE NEXT POWER OUTAGE

Wednesday, August 3rd 9:15 - 11:15 A.M. at the

GARAGE SALE: Multi-Family! Clothes; toys; household items; tools; Legos and more! Thursday and Friday 9 AM-3 PM at 203 Ridgestone Trail. A & G HAULING and clean up. Clean out garages, basements, etc. Reasonable rates. You call, we haul! Arnie 815-2227072, or Gary 815-979-1075.

880 Belvidere Rd., Belvidere bcoins60@yahoo.com goldsilverjewelrycoin.com Mon-Fri 10 AM - 5 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 2 PM

815-547-7111

112 Leonard Court, Belvidere

haasebuilders.com bvhaase@frontier.com

Hard Rusty Water? WE CAN HELP!!! Affordable Water Wants To Be YOUR PREFERRED LOCAL WATER TREATMENT PROVIDER!

39.95

Super Softener Tune-Up Special

EXP. 7-27-22. www.affordablewaterinc.com

AFFORDABLE WATER 815-544-0918 • 214 W. Menomonie, Belvidere Does Your Culligan Equipment Need Service?

We Service ALL Makes & Models

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DRILLS & SKILLS MINI

BASKETBALL & VOLLEYBALL CAMP Basketball Camp Starts Monday, July 25th-Friday, July 29th Volleyball Camp Starts Monday, August 1st-Friday, August 5th Both camps will be in the gym starting at 4:30 PM and go until 6 PM

You Ask. We Help.

No extra charge for Y Summer Camp kids! Non-Campers $40 registration open now!

Have fun this summer with help from Byron Bank!

Join our Mini Camps where kids will learn the basic skills to play Basketball: dribbling, passing, shooting. Volleyball: serving, bumping, defense. Fun games for both!

5.25

% APR*

for 60 months

5.50

% APR*

for 60 months

(new toys)

(used toys)

*Offer valid July 1, 2022 – August 31, 2022. 5.25% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is available for 60 months for new boats, jet skis, motorcycles, ATV’s, UTV’s, and 4-Wheelers. Monthly payment example for a $10,000 loan at 5.25% for 60 months would be $189.86 with a minimum credit score of 710 . Total finance charges are $1,391.60. 5.50% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is available for 60 months for used boats, jet skis, motorcycles, ATV’s, UTV’s, and 4wheelers. Monthly payment example for a $10,000 loan at 5.50% for 60 months would be $191.01 with a minimum credit score of

40 spots available for ages 6-12! For more information contact lyerk@belviderefamilyymca.org

Belvidere Family

YMCA

220 W. LOCUST ST., BELVIDERE

(815) 547-5307 belviderefamilyymca.org

710. Total finance charges are $1,460.60. There is a $95 document fee. Rates may be higher based on credit score. Interest rates and program terms are subject to change without notice. All loans are subject to Byron Bank credit criteria. Other fees and restrictions may apply. Not valid with any other offers. No penalty if loan is paid off early. Byron Bank NMLS# 440162. Equal Housing Lender. Member FDIC.

byronbank.com

Poplar Grove 815-323-1452 | 11159 Hwy 76, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 GARAGE SALE: Thursday, Friday, Saturday 9 AM-5 PM. 706 East Harrison Street. Lots of tools and miscellaneous.

MULTIFAMILY GARAGE SALE: Thursday, Friday 9 AM-4 PM; Saturday 9 AM-3 PM. 1062 Donna Drive. Antique furniture; kitchenware; bird cage; clothes; lots of miscellaneous items.

BOB’S MASONRY: Brick, block, stone, and stone foundation repair, chimney repair, tuck pointing, and new construction. Serving Belvidere for over 30 years. Call 815-703-6747.

WE SERVICE ALL YOUR BLACKTOP NEED

BEAT THE HEAT!

AUTO • HOME • BUSINESS INSURANCE

SPECIALS ON A/C & FURNACES Free Estimates

Get A Quote From Up To 30 Insurance Companies

CLEAN & CHECK SPECIAL

LOCAL CLAIMS SERVICE Formerly the Walker Agency

Carey Heating & Air Following COVID-19 Precautions To Keep You & Your Family Safe.

815-222-2316 815-319-2465 Electrical & Plumbing Services Available

1676 Henry Luckow Ln., Belvidere, IL 61008 815-547-6341 BelvidereInsurance.com

Commercial Residential

As ph alt Pa vin g • New Construction • Overlays • Tear-out/Replace

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A studio where EVERYONE feels welcome. I am here to listen and help you realize YOUR IDEA of beauty, not mine or someone else’s. I would love to talk with you about your goals and put together a plan to achieve them.

SUMMER

SPECIAL

Owner/RN

$20 OFF When We Shampoo 2 Rooms Or More Of Carpet We Clean Area Rugs, Boats & Campers Don’t let dirty smelly carpets ruin your fun!

Family Owned & Operated Since 1937

CLEANERS

Tara Branom

No Other Discounts Apply. Offers Exp. 7-31-22

Neurotoxins (aka Botox) • Fillers • SkinPen Microneedling VI Chemical Peels • Dermaplaning • IV Hydration Skincare Lines: Environ, SkinBetter & VI Derm

schedule your consultation online at treatyourselfas.com Questions or to learn more 815.581.5551 or tara@treatyourselfas.com

CARPETS l UPHOLSTERY l TILE

Stacey Friedl Burger, Owner 815-601-2501

6660 Newburg Road, Rockford

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J&B Mowing and

Tree Removal

George Auction Service & Real Estate, LLC Collector Cars - Engines - Car Parts - Vehicle Hoist - Tractors - Trailers - Camper Trailer - Sailboat - Canoe - Shop Equip. - Tools - Guns - Antiques & Collectibles - Arcade Games

Chuck & Jane Stevenson 1268 South Emerald Grove Rd., Janesville, WI 53546

Saturday, July 23rd, 10 AM DIRECTIONS: 6 miles East of Janesville on Hwy. 14 to Emerald Grove Rd., North. Watch for George Auction Signs. NOTE: Chuck worked at GM for 30 yrs. Before & after retirement his main hobby was working in his shop where he did excellent work restoring automobiles. LUNCH: Steve’s Deli Dog House. COLLECTOR CARS: 1957 Chevrolet Bel-Air, 2 dr., convertible, rebuilt, (2,162 miles) 1942 Chevrolet; 1952 All-State Henry J1980 Shay Ford Model A replica convertible; 1947 Chevrolet coupe; 1954 Chevrolet 1991 Oldsmobile station wagon.. ENGINES: 1934, 48, 51 & 52 Chevy 6 cyl; 1957 V-8; 1950 6 cyl; 1934 208.. CAR PARTS. PARTS VEHICLES. VEHICLE HOIST. AUTO REPAIR EQUIP. TRACTORS: Farmall M; Farmall H; Farmall loader.. TRAILERS: Haulmark 32’x8’ enclosed; 1989 16’ flatbed tandem.. GUNS. CAMPER TRAILER: 2010 Cruiser RV Fun Finder X, 22’.. SAILBOAT & CANOE. KAYAK. ULTRA LITE AIRPLANE. GOLF CART. LAWN & GARDEN. SHOP EQUIP. & TOOLS. BUILDING & STORAGE BOX. ANTIQUE MACHINERY. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES. ARCADE MACHINES. HOUSEHOLD & MISC. REG. WI AUCTIONEERS: Dean George #486 (cell 608-7515703), Kale George #2811 (office 608-882-6123). REG. IL AUCTIONEER: Kale George #441002280 - 11211 North Union Rd., Evansville, WI 53536. TERMS: 5% Buyers Fee. Check or cash. 4% courtesy charge for purchases using credit card. All sales final. All announcements made day of sale take precedence over printed material. Not responsible for accidents or losses. For complete listing & photos log onto www.georgeauction.com.

Dean George Auc ion Service

Dean or Tim George (608) 882-6123 Evansville, Wisconsin REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS FARM HOUSEHOLD BUSINESS LIQUIDATION FREE ESTIMATES & APPRAISALS

EXCEPTIONALLY LARGE PUBLIC AUCTION SATURDAY, JULY 23RD, 2022

RUNNING TWO RINGS! 9:00 AM Comfort Station Avail. LUNCH BY: Relish the Dog LOCATION: Boone Co. Fairgrounds, 8847 Rt. 76, 1 mi. north of Belvidere. Located in the goat barn near south end. Plenty of parking! GUNS, COINS, STERLING, JEWELRY, ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, LOTS OF NEW ITEMS, BREYER HORSES, TOYS, HOUSEHOLD, YARD, TOOLS & MISC. GUNS TO BE SOLD AT 11AM SHARP!! IL residents must have FOID card. All paperwork to be handled by RSM GUNS. OWNERS: M. Sommers-Belv., B. Backe-Woodstock, D. Connors-Winn., J. Reinders-Rkfd., J. Griebel-Marengo, L. Ruiz-P.G., D. Lynch-L.P., L. BennettCaledonia, J. Reisinger-Rkfd.,S. Jones-Beloit, J. Perry-Belv., K. Ahlberg-Belv. TERMS: See website.

LEE AUCTION SERVICE Belvidere, IL, 61008 Cell: 815-988-0249 AUCTIONEER: Lyle Lee, IL State Lic. #440.000200 & WI #2863-52 CLERKS & CASHIERS: Lee Auction Service

Visit our website at leeauctionservice.com for terms & check out Auction Look or AuctionZip for pictures & more info.

LINDENWOOD APARTMENTS: Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath, central air, dishwasher, clean, quiet building. Call 815-547-5732 SHOP/OFFICE FOR RENT: Roughly 1,500 square feet, no automotive, great contractor unit, $800/month. Contact Greg, 815-494-9225. WE BUY UGLY homes! J.D. Properties, 815-721-7583

fully insured free estimates

815-543-9814 Call Today To Set Up Mowing Service

NEED PAINTING? Interior/exterior, residential/commercial. Family owned and operated. Call All About Painting, 815-975-9692. Free estimates.

PUBLIC AUCTION

SATURDAY, JULY 23RD, 10:00 AM ELROY ROSENWINKEL ESTATE AUCTION 9N125 Kendall Rd., Elgin, IL

ANTIQUES: Red Wing crocks 25, 6,& 3 gal crocks, numerous crocks, dozens of milk cans, primitive cabinets, signs, wooden pulleys, copper boilers, Griswold cast iron, galvanized wash tubs, John Deere walking plow, horse drawn Bob sled, cast iron tractor & implement seats, Surge Milker sign, mail pouch thermometer, numerous NOS Bell telephone signs, wrought iron cemetery fence, windows, CMSTP & P RR hatchet. OUTDOOR POWER EQUIP.: John Deere L110, (2) Honda ATC 110, Simplicity 3410s, Cub Cadet #2 cart, Craftsman rototiller, pull behind lawn sprayers, snow blowers, mowers, generators, string trimmers, Aladdin hot water pressure washer. MISC.: household, vintage books, horse harness, berks, furniture, & much more. AUCTIONEERS NOTE: This is a very partial listing with much more being setup. There will be a select online bidding catalog www.KitsonAuctions.com. TERMS: Cash, good check, & credit card (5% BP on cards). Auctioneer: Andrew Kitson 441.001674 (815) 973-0915 WWW.KITSONAUCTIONS.COM

ONLINE ONLY AUCTION Ann White Estate Auction Soft Closing starts at 7 PM on Thursday, July 28 Pick up will be at: 1222 Hillcrest Dr., Freeport, IL 61032 On Saturday, July 30, 2022 from 9 AM - 2 PM CST Auctioneers Note: Ms. White was an avid stone & wood carver, along with crocheting & jewelry making ITEMS IN AUCTION: This auction has lots of wood working material & equip., rocks/stones, one owner 2005 Subaru Baja 98k mi., John Deere LA125 riding mower, John Deere Model 44 snow blower, antique furniture, oak bedroom set, clothes, yarn, pillows, Fenton, antique & vintage furniture, Pink Depression, china, dishes, kitchen items, small appliances (some new in boxes), corner desk, rocking chairs, dining room set & much more. VISIT OUR WEBSITE https://www.advancedauction.com for more information & to be able to register & bid on this auction. A 15% buyer’s premium will be charged. NOTE: All monies received in this auction will be donated to a charity of the Estates discretion. Any questions or private showing, please contact O.D. Holley at Advanced Auction & Appraisal at 815-218-0705.

815-943-6629

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IRENE AUCTION COMPANY Kenneth Freeman, Owner 815-289-7904 AUCTIONEER LICENSE NUMBER: 441.002085

LAND AUCTION 80.07 Acres, M/L Boone County, IL PARCEL 1: 61.85 Acres M/L with 125.6 PI. Located on East side of Poplar Grove on south side of IL-173. PARCEL 2: 5.0 Acres M/L with 124.7 PI. Located on the North side of Garden Prairie Elevator. PARCEL 3: 13.22 Acres M/L with 121.6 PI. Located on the South side of Garden Prairie Elevator.

Tuesday, August 2nd @ 10 AM Amercian Legion, 900 W. Chrysler Dr., Belvidere Also Online at bid.hertz.ag For more information contact 815-748-4440

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$100 PER TICKET

LEROY COMMUNITY GRANGE

ONLY 200 TICKETS SOLD

DRAWING HELD ON

ESTATE SALE Hosed by Salvaged by Sonya Estate Sale Company

7777 Shaw Road Belvidere, IL 61008 Thursday, July 21st 2-7 PM Friday, July 22nd 9 AM-4 PM Saturday, July 23rd 9 AM-4 PM Numbers will be given out 1 hour prior to doors opening.

SWEET SUMMER SAVINGS!

2.02

Featured items are: Sterling silver, bronze candlestick holders, local art, flat screens, chairs & wood card table, barometer, crystal dishware, bronze sculpture, mother pearl handle knife set, engraved deer handle knife set, China sets & hutches, vases, porcelain figurines, picture frames, stereo system, sectional sofa, John Deere lawn equipment, woman’s bicycle, bakeware, cookware, kitchenware, pottery, silver-plate coffee set, bar items, Kenmore washer & dryer, wooden bench, twin/queen beds, Beauty Rest queen mattress & foundation, linen, consoles, night stands, dressers, mirrors, board games, Syracuse College apparel, rocker, baskets, sewing box organizer, cuckoo clock, Mark Twain Plate Collection, office furniture, typewriters, shelving units, antique dolls & sets, LPs, Camp Fire Girls uniform & book, E-Rabs paraphernalia, vanity desk, train set track, vintage Singer sewing machine and so much more. All sales are final, no returns. Pictures, sale information & map can be found at https:// www.estatesales.net/IL/Belvidere/ 61008/3323913

APY*

(2.00% interest rate)

17 MONTH CD *Annual Percentage Yield is current as of June 27, 2022. A minimum balance of $1,000 is required to obtain 2.02% APY. A penalty for early withdrawal may be imposed.

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FIREWOOD FOR SALE Delivery Available

FOR SALE: TV antenna and tower. Tell cable and dish goodbye! This is a deal for $300. Call Debbie, 815-988-5568. SAFE STEP. North America’s #1 Walkin tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our free shower package & $1600 off - limited time! Fi-nancing available. 1-855-417-1306

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2006 LINCOLN ZEPHYR

AT THE BOONE COUNTY FAIR

$10,000 TO WIN! All money raised goes back to the community. Winner need not be present to win.

Tickets May Be Purchased At: Logan Avenue Mobile, 220 Logan Ave., Belvidere or by Calling Rocky Temple @ 815-540-3164, Ed Kasper @ 309-208-0117 or Paul Temple @ 815-519-5477 or Contact Any Leroy Community Grange Member.

Come Join Us For Our

Community Gospel Concerts! Belvidere Park, Baltic Mill, 6:30 PM

Sunday, July 24th Guest Artists - The Assemblymen Sponsored by:

The Evangelical Covenant Church of Belvidere In Case Of Rain Concert Will Be At: 220 E. Harrison St., Belvidere

Happy Birthday! 90th Birthday Open House For

LOUIS ANDERSON Saturday, July 30th 2:00 - 4:00 PM North Boone Fire Dist. 3

305 W. Grove Street, Poplar Grove Family & Friends Are Invited to Help Us Celebrate! No Gifts Please.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED The Belvidere Salvation Army is collecting NEW school supplies to be given to Boone County children from low income households in grades K-8. Please bring school supplies to our office at 422 S. Main St. in Belvidere Monday through Friday bet ween the hours of 9 AM-Noon or 1:30-4:00 PM. Supplies will be DISTRIBUTED on Thurs., August 11th 10 AM-Noon & 1-3 PM.

24 Hour Emergency Service 7 Days A Week!

AUG. 12TH @ 7 PM

• Free Estimates On Installation • All Makes & Models • Certified • Fully Insured

Children must live in & attend schools in Boone Count y.

Distribution will be done outside as a drive through at door B. No one will be allowed in building during this time.

Great Condition, Only 88,424 Miles, 3.0 V-6 Automatic, Full Power, Beautiful Light Sage Metallic, Heated & Cooled Power Leather Seats, Moonroof. No Accidents. Owned By The Same Family Since Purchased New.

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Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. “Locally Owned & Operated Since 1964”

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KIDS • KIDS • KIDS • KIDS • KIDS Position: Lead Teacher Location: Little Lambs Preschool, Capron Lutheran Church, 155 South Second St., Capron, IL 61012 Responsibilities: Provide leadership to deliver high quality learning opportunities to preschool children in a Christian environment. Educational Requirements: Associate Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or equivalent (60 hrs. college credits with 30 hrs. in ECEs). Bachelors Degree preferred. Work Schedule: Part time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday mornings during public school calendar. Number of Students: 10 Three year olds & 10 four year olds Salary: Starting at $15.00/hour DOQ A great “gig” for a retired teacher who’s not quite ready to totally leave the classroom, new graduate that can make the program their very own or a restless Grandmother! Contact: 815-569-2480 Email: Office@capronlutheranchurch.org

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J&L TREE REMOVAL: Trimming, brush removal, stump grinding. Free estimates, fully insured. Cheapest rates around. 815-281-2351, 815-281-2352. DONATE YOUR CAR to Veterans today! Help & support our Veterans. Fast - Free pick up. 100% tax ded. 1-800-245-0398

AT&T INTERNET. Starting at $40/month w/12-mo agmt. 1 TB of data/mo. Ask how to bundle & SAVE! Geo & svc restrictions apply. 1-855-364-3948 PROTECT YOUR HOME from pests safely and affordably. Pest, rodent, termite and mosquito con-trol. Call for a quote or inspection today 844-394-9278

Boone County Drivers

Boone County Arts Council Presents The 2022

CONCERTS IN THE

PARK

W WE E WA WAN NT T Y YO OU U!!

Sunday evening at 6:30 PM at

DEMOLITION DERBY SUNDAY, AUG. 14TH AT THE BOONE COUNTY FAIR 1:00 PM SHOW 6:00 PM SHOW

FREE To The Public Bring your own lawn chair or blanket.

OPEN WIRE

BEGINNER

MINI VANS SUVs

1st Place. . .$1,600 2nd Place.....$800 3rd Place. . . . .$400 4th Place......$200 5th Place......$100

$1,100 $600 $300 $200 $100

$1,000 $500 $300 $200 $100

MINI COMPACT CARS 1st Place. . .$1,600 2nd Place.....$800 3rd Place. . . . .$400 4th Place......$200 5th Place......$100

Candlewick Lake Recreation Center Current CDC COVID guidelines will be followed.

FAIR CLASS BIG CARS

TRUCK CLASS 1/2 TON

$1,000 $500 $300 $200 $100

$1,100 $600 $300 $200 $100

$1,000 & TROPHY FOR BOONE COUNTY RESIDENT THAT PLACES THE HIGHEST AT 1 PM & 6 PM SHOWS! DRIVERS: FOR RULES GO TO THE PAGE OF... Robbos Extreme Derby Promotions Bring your car to Gate 6 off McKinley Ave on Sunday FOR MORE INFO: 309-285-4710

17,000

In Prize Money

Sunday, July 24th Peach’s Beach Party Sponsored By: Please, no pets at this concert. We are pleased to thank all of our sponsors this season: Blackhawk Bank; Byron Bank; Candlewick Lake Association; Sue Flott; Gary & Joan Ollmann; Savant Wealth Management; Solutions Bank; and UW Health. We would also like to thank the Belvidere Park District & the Community Building Complex Committee of Boone County. The Boone County Arts Council acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. Visit us at boonecountyarts.com, @boonecountyartscouncil on Instagram & Facebook or call 815-544-6242 for information

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2022 TRACTOR PULLING CONTEST

AT THE BOONE COUNTY FAIR

Arlene M. Wright Arlene M. Wright, 74, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022. She was born in Chicago, IL on May 16, 1948 to Roy & Lorraine Grafstrom and was one of nine children. She was a graduate of Immaculate Heart of Mary, Westchester, IL in 1966 & married William “Bill” F. Wright on October 14, 1967 in Maywood, IL.

Premium #3719 6,000 Lbs. N.A. Tractors - 1st - 6th Plc. $245-$215-$180-$145-$115-$100 Premium #3720 5,000 Lbs. NA Super Stock/Pro Field Tractors 1st - 6th Plc. $380-$320-$275-$220-$160-$145

Thursday, Aug. 11th at 10 AM Premiums offered $5,120 REQUIREMENTS FOR FARM TRACTOR PULLERS:

Many remember Arlene as one of the managers at the Belvidere McDonald’s in the 1980’s & 90’s at the height of high school weekend cruise nights. After McDonald’s she & Bill worked for Art Finds, selling home art & earning international vacations. She then went on to become a BMO bank teller. When she wasn’t working she enjoyed any activities that included her large family of parents, siblings, nieces, nephews, & grandchildren. She enjoyed going for boat rides, camping, gardening, traveling, playing games, & just enjoying the company of those she loved. Her strength of spirit & dedication to her 54 year marriage to Bill, the love of her life, are her legacy. She was an inspiration to all who knew her & will be missed terribly. She is survived by her husband, Bill; children, Sheri (Jamie) Fassett & Jim (Heidi Cochran) Wright; grandchildren, Hunter, Jonah, & Caleb Fassett; sisters, Maryann (Chuck) Romano, Barbara Grafstrom & Kathy (Wally) Bochonko; brothers, Roy (Dee) Grafstrom, Gerry Grafstrom & Donald (Audrey) Grafstrom; many nieces & nephews; & her beloved dog, Sushi. Predeceased by her parents; and brothers, Larry and Tom Grafstrom. A Celebration of Life will be held tentatively in the fall. Arrangements provided by Honquest Family Funeral Home with Crematory, Loves Park. To share a memory or express condolences, visit honquestfh.com.

1st Thru 7th Place $170 - $120 - $90 - $80 - $70 - $60 - $50 3700 Class A - 5,000 lb. - no blower 3701 Class B - 6,000 lb. - no blower 3702 Class C - 7,000 lb. - no blower 3703 Class D - 10,000 lb. - no blower 3704 Class E - 10,000 lb. - with blower 3705 Class F - 12,000 lb. - no blower 3706 Class G - 12,000 lb. - with blower 3709 Class H - 14,000 lb. - with blower

Entry fee $21, ea. exhibitor will receive 1 free gate pass. No cut tires, no dual wheels, no 4WD or MFWD tractors. Class A,B & C 2,300 RPM Class D, E, F, G & H 2,800 RPM

Weigh-in between 7-9 AM. Pulls begin at 10 AM. Social Security Number Required. Enter at McKinley Ave.

REQUIREMENTS FOR PRO FARM TRACTOR ALTERED FARM STOCK PULLING CONTEST

Thursday, Aug. 11th at 2 PM Premium Number: 3735, Pro Farm Tractors 10,000 Lbs. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th $337 $262 $225 $187 $150 $112 $75 $31 Entry Fee For Class #3735 (RPM No Limit)

Premium No.: 3737, Class J Altered Farm 6,000 Lbs. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th $170 $120 $90 $80 $70 $60 $50 Premium No.: 3738, Class K Altered Farm 12,000 Lbs. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th $170 $120 $90 $80 $70 $60 $50 $21 Entry Fee For Classes #3737 & #3738 Requirements for Pro Farm Tractors pulling on Thursday aresubject to Illini Tractor Rules: Stock tractors having alterations to increase power. Safety equipment mandatory. Altered Farm Stock Tractors are allowed to have “P” pumps. Altered Farm Stock Tractors may be sanctioned. Altered Farm Stock Tractors must be weighed in on scale at fairgrounds by Noon the day of pull. A tractor may pull only in two classes and only once in a class. All Tractor Pulling Contest Standardized Rules apply to the Altered Farm Stock Tractors. Fly wheel must be steel. Illini State Altered Farm Stock Tractor Rules apply also. RPM limit for Premium numbers 3737 and 3738 will be 3000 RPM. Further information obtained by calling Jack Ratcliffe, 815-262-4242. Trophy awarded in each class.

Memorial Service For

Saturday, July 23rd Faith Baptist Church 1637 7th Ave., Belvidere at 11 AM with a Lunch Served Immediately Following

STREET STOCK & SUPER STOCK 4-WHEEL DRIVE TRUCKS

PLAY BINGO THIS SUNDAY, JULY 24th CARD SALES END AT 12:20 PM BINGO STARTS APPROX. 12:30 PM

Must be 18 to play.

ITALIAN BEEF

Friday, July 22nd, 4:30-6:30 PM $8.00/pp Includes sides & dessert.

***SAVE THE DATE*** ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST

WE OFFER TO GO MEALS

WEDNESDAYS 5-7 PM

BURGERS BRATS & HOT DOGS

THE PAVILION Sunday, July 24th, 8-11 AM IN $3 Each Or Make It

A Meal For $2 More! $8 Breakfast MONDAY LUNCH $5 11 AM - 2 PM Cornhole Tournament JULY 25TH PULLED PORK Saturday, July 30th SANDWICH W/SIDE

Thank you for supporting your local Veterans!

VFW Post 1461 To Go Orders 815-544-2014 • 1310 W. Lincoln Ave., Belvidere

CHICKEN BROAST & SWEET CORN

Garden Prairie Park RAIN OR SHINE

6539 Pleasant St., Garden Prairie

Sunday, July 24th 11 AM - 5 PM (Or Sold Out)

Antique Cars & Tractors Welcome! 1/2 Chicken Meal $12 Includes: Sweet Corn, Chips, Cukes While Supplies Last. Available For Purchase: Drinks & Homemade Pie Advance Tickets Available At: Susie’s Garden Patch or Email: gardenprairiepark@gmail.com

Presented by the Garden Prairie Park Improvement Assoc. Check us out on Facebook: Garden Prairie Park

All participants must show certification of tractor weight prior to pull. Illini State Pullers Association 2022 rules will be used.

ROCK COUNTY PULLERS INC.

(Limited to 3000 RPM)

BEVERLY LOCKINGER

Premium #3721 7,000 Lbs. N.A. Super Stock/Pro Field Tractors 1st - 10th Plc. $360-$290-$235-$205-$160-$135-$115-$110-$100-$90 Premium #3722 7,800 Lbs. Pro Stock Diesel Trucks - 1st - 8th Plc. $615-$525-$440-$350-$275-$225-$195-$175 Premium #3723 11,000 lbs. Too Hot To Farm Tractors - 1st - 10th Plc. $400-$320-$260-$230-$180-$150-$130-$120-$110-$100 Premium #3724 10,000 lbs. Pro Farm Tractors - 1st - 6th Plc. $560-$470-$400-$325-$235-$210 Premium #3725 6,000 lbs. Light Super Stock Tractors - 1st - 10th Plc. $440-$350-$285-$255-$200-$165-$145-$130-$120-$110 Premium #3726 6,300 lbs. Altered Trucks - 1st - 8th Plc. $330-$280-$235-$190-$150-$120-$100-$95 Premium #3727 6,500 Lbs. Open - 1st - 10th Plc. $360-$290-$235-$205-$160-$135-$115-$110-$100-$90 Premium #3728 6,200 lbs. Super Stock Trucks - 1st - 12th Plc. $375-$295-$240-$185-$160-$145-$135-$120-$105-$95-$80-$65 Premium #3729 Stock Semi 2300rpm & NO CHIPS - 1st - 8th Plc. $210-$185-$160-$135-$110-$85-$65-$50 Premium #3730 Open Semi - 1st - 8th Place $210-$185-$160-$135-$110-$85-$65-$50 Premium #3731, ECONO Mod Mini-Rod Tractors - 1st - 12th Plc. $325-$300-$250-$175-$120-$95-$70-$50-$40-$30-$24-$21

Saturday, Aug. 13th at 7:30 AM •Kids 10 hp Stock - 900 lbs. •12 hp Stock - 1,050 lbs. •18 hp Stock - 1,050 lbs. •25 hp Stock - 1,200 lbs. •10 hp Altered Stock-1,050 lbs. •12 hp Altered Stock-1,050 lbs. •18 hp Altered Stock-1,050 lbs.

•18 hp Mod Stock - 1,050 lbs. •18 hp Pro Stock - 1,050 lbs. •18 hp Open Super Stock - 1,050 lbs. •Turbo Diesel Class - 1,200 lbs.

Garden Tractor Pulling

Hook Fees - $10 per member / $15 for non-member. Prizes - 80% Pay Back. Rock County Pullers, Inc. Rules apply. Contact Jacob Stuart 779-861-0111 for more information or visit www.rockcountypullers.com.

Weak End Antique Tractor Pullers Prizes: 3 Trophies in each class with the exception of open gear class.

Saturday, Aug. 13th at 7 AM WEIGHT CLASSES • 3500 lb. or less • 4100 lb. or less • 5100 lb. or less • 6100 lb. or less • 7100 lb. or less

• 3750 lb. or less • 4600 lb. or less • 5600 lb. or less • 6600 lb. or less • 7600 lb.

Premiums offered $1,124 Thursday, Aug. 11th at 2 PM

Weak End Antique Tractor Pullers Club 2022 Rules

WEIGHT CLASSES

The age limit of tractors is Pre-1954 (December 31, 1953 or older). Each tractor will be allowed two hooks.

Premium Number 1st 3801. 6,800 lbs. Street Stock $100 3802. 6,200 lbs. Super Stock $150 3804. 8,000 lbs. Stk Diesel Truck $100 3800. 8,000 lbs. Open Diesel Truck $100

2nd $75 $112 $75 $75

3rd $50 $75 $50 $50

4th $25 $37 $25 $25

TRACTION BARS ALLOWED FOR ALL DIESEL CLASSES.

Trucks in these classes are not allowed on the infield before 10 AM. Weigh-in from 8:00 - 11:45 AM on the fairgrounds scale the day of the pull. Entry Fee: Stock Classes - $21. Entry Fee: Super Stock Class - $31.

ILLINI STATE PULLERS Premiums offered $18,890 Thursday, Aug. 11th at 6:30 PM Semi Class 20,000 lbs. Street Stock Local Pullers Welcome Certified Weight Required. Registration held in building behind Judges Stand - use McKinley Ave. entrance back side of fairgrounds. Weigh-in from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. on the fairgrounds scale the day of the pull. Entry Fee: $21. Local Semis Welcome. Certified weight required. Contact: Jack Ratcliffe 815-262-4242 for info. PUT ON YOUR TV EARS & hear TV w/unmatched clarity. TV Ears Original - was $129.95 - now w/this offer only $59.95 w/code MCB59! 1-888-805-0840 PAYING TOP CASH for men’s sportwatches! Rolex, Breitling, Omega, Patek Philippe, Heuer, Daytona, GMT, Submariner & Speedmaster. Call 833-603-3236

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GARDEN TRACTOR PULLING Saturday, Aug. 13th at 9 AM WEIGHT CLASSES Jr. Amateur - 1,100 lbs. & not more than 18 hp. 23 x 10.5 x 12 Lawn turf tires.

Sr. Amateur - 1,200 lbs. & not more than 18 hp. 23 x 10.5 x 12 Lawn turf tires. 1st - 8th Place $50-$40-$35-$30-$25-$20-$15-$10

Contact Jacob Stuart 779-861-0111 For More Information.

Entry Fee $6 for each class entered. Amateur entries taken at 8:30 AM Premiums offered - $450 Conserve FS, Inc. is furnishing the Big A water truck. CASH FOR CARS! We buy all cars! Junk, high-end, totaled; it doesn’t matter! Get free towing & same day cash! Newer models too! 1-866-258-6720. (MCN) DIRECTV SATELLITE TV Service starting at $74.99/mo! Free install! 160+ channels avail. Get the most sports & entertainment on TV 844-558-1767 (MCN)

NEW SLOT GAMES: Rocky, 88 Fortunes. Planet Moolah and Snow Leopard are back!. Logan Avenue Slot Lounge, 6543 Joan Drive, Belvidere. Monday-Thursday 8 AM-12 AM, Fri. & Sat. 8 AM-2 AM &Sun.11 AM-12 AM.

The Northern Illinois Mobile Food Bank at Zion Lutheran Church, 1300 Pearl St., Belvidere

Saturday, July 30th, 9:00 - 11:30 AM Due to the current health crisis & for safety purposes please stay in your car. Your groceries will be placed in your trunk. Please line up off 6th Street. There will be no access to the church building.

Food is distributed on a first come first served basis, while supplies last.

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PIG ROAST SUNDAY & LIVE MUSIC

STREET STOCK DIESEL

1-4 PM Justin Jones 4-7 PM Suzi Kids Bounce House

WEEKLY

SHOOTOUT

$15 Plate Plus Sides MONDAY NIGHT IS SPECIALS! Thru 7-27-22

Thursday Friday Sat/Sun Monday -

$10 Mostaccioli & Meatball $8 5pc Shrimp, Slaw & Fries $1 Hot Dogs $5 Pork Chop DRINK OF Sandwich THE WEEK Taco Tues - $7 Taco Salad $$ BEACH Wednesday - $6 Breaded BUM Pork Sandwich

Longest Combined Distance Will Win!

BIKE NIGHT $7 Countr y Fried Steak $ 16 & Eggs

1ST

Event

All Week

2ND

HAPPY HOUR $1.50 CANS MONDAY-FRIDAY 11 AM - 2 PM

Event

413 Southtowne Dr., Belvidere • Open Daily • 815-847-0013

CHAMPIONSHIP

Thursday, July 14th, 6:30 PM At Kane County Fair Wednesday, August 3rd, 6:30 PM At McHenry County Fair Wednesday, August 10th, 6:30 PM At Boone County Fair 1050#

WEDNESDAY 6300#

NIGHT

6500# 8000# 6800#

THURSDAY

6800# 8000#

SUPER STOCK GARDEN TRACTORS ALTERED 4X4 TRUCKS LIGHT PRO STOCK DIESEL TRUCKS HOT STREET DIESEL TRUCKS STOCK GAS SHOOTOUT 6:30 PM STOCK GAS SHOOTOUT 2:00 PM (Largest combined distance will win) STOCK DIESEL SHOOT OUT (Open to enter)

Rules Found At www.IlliniStatePullers.com DISH NETWORK. $64.99 for 190 Channels! Blazing Fast Internet, $19.99/mo. (where available.) Switch & Get a FREE $100 Visa Gift Card. Free Voice Remote. Free HD DVR. Free Streaming on all devices. Call today 1-855-434-0020 (MCN)

BENEFIT FOR TINBERG FAMILY AUTUMN REESE 12/31/21 - 5/7/2022

Saturday, July 23rd, 1-7 PM Lions Community Building 305 E. North Street, Capron $5/Meal - Tickets Available At The Door 50/50 Raffle • Silent Auction • Gun Raffle (6 PM) Cash Bar • Many Giveaways Please join us as we walk alongside this amazing family during this difficult time. All proceeds go to pay for medical bills & expenses. For more info visit us on Facebook at https://fb.me/e/lucBHXORe or to donate call Kim Kramer 815-979-1463 Note: Illinois State Gun Laws apply to Gun Raffle.

NEED NEW FLOORING? Call Empire Today® to schedule a free in-home estimate on Carpeting & Flooring. Call Today! 844-785-0305 (MCN)

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THURSDAY JULY 28TH @ 6:30 PM BOONE COUNTY REPUBLICAN CLUB Meeting @ Coach’s Corner 622 S. State Street, Belvidere IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT OUR CLUB PLEASE JOIN US! Paid For By Boone County Republican Club.

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SUNDAY, JULY 31ST, 1 PM - 4 PM Enjoy an Ice Cream Social & Bags Tournament as we showcase our newest station located at

2940 CHARLESTON CT., CALEDONIA Freewill Donation for Ice Cream! Bags Tournament starts @2 PM - $5/Per Team (Winning Team Takes Half The Pot!) All donations go to N. Boone Fire Protection District 3 Fireman’s Association, a recognized 501c4. All proceeds will be used as the association sees fit. BEST SATELLITE TV w/2 Yr Price Guarantee! $59.99/mo w/190 channels & 3 mo. free prem. movie channels! Free next day install! 855-824-1258. (MCN)

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Friday, August 12th & Saturday, August 13th Promote your business at the Boone County Fair for $100 One hour before Next Level Bull Riding & Neal McCoy with special guest Jo Dee Messina Concert. We need a high resolution ad on a thumb drive. Deadline is Monday, August 1st. For more information contact Jack Ratcliffe, 815-262-4242; Jeff Spradling, 815-544-0167; or Fair Office, 815-544-2900.

Boone County Republican

Annual Photo Contest

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SATURDAY, JULY 30TH 10:00 AM - NOON GENERAL MILLS PARK 2106 Christi Ln., Belvidere

Face Painting, Games & Music *School age children must be present to receive backpacks. Backpacks will be handed out on a first come, first serve basis.

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At The Boone County Fair, Aug. 9th-14th Vote For Your Favorite Child Ages Under 3, 3-6, & Favorite Pet. NO ENTRY FEE! Applications Available For Boone Co. Election Judges At The Fair! RAFFLE TICKETS FOR OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISER WILL BE SOLD HERE!

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Photos displayed at the Republican tent at the Boone County Fair. Cash prizes will be awarded plus a Queen’s Prize in each category. Register picture, not larger than 8x10 (no frame) at: The Boone County Shopper, 112 Leonard Ct., Belvidere No Later Than Friday, Aug. 5th & Receive Details. Please Pick Up Pictures At The Boone County Shopper By Friday, Aug, 26th

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We Are Not Responsible For Photos That Get Damaged Due To Weather Or Other Reasons.

In partnership with other ministries, businesses & community minded organizations.

A copy of this report will be on file with the Boone County Clerk and the Illinois State Board of Elections.

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