DC_Midweek_081022 by Shaw Media

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2022 • S h awLoc al.com

GRAND SCALE

Local volunteers hike Mount Kilimanjaro to raise nearly $40K for schoolchildren in Tanzania / 6 Before Your A/C gives out, give us a call today. Older air conditioners can break down when you need them most, like in the middle of a heat wave. Before the worst happens in your home, call us for a free consultation.

Assured Appliance and Heating & Air 847-293-0047 SM-

www.assuredapplianceandhvac.com 121 N. Emmett St. | Genoa, IL 60135

6995

A/C CleAn And CheCk Offer expires 8/31/22

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

WEEK IN REVIEW Brooks Elementary to add mobile classroom By MEGANN HORSTEAD

mhorstead@shawmedia.com DeKALB – DeKalb city leaders recently agreed to allow the operation of a mobile classroom at Brooks Elementary School to shore up space inside the building for an additional intensive instructional classroom. DeKalb District 428’s request to amend a city ordinance to make it happen was approved in an 8-0 decision. A second reading of the petition was subsequently waived in another unanimous vote. “What we’re doing here is amending the final plan to phase two of the Rivermist subdivision in which Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School can be found in,” City Manager Bill Nicklas said during the July 25 meeting. “That particular plan

does not feature a modular classroom.” Action taken at the DeKalb City Council meeting was not a first. DeKalb city leaders previously approved the location of a mobile classroom at Tyler Elementary and Clinton Rosette Middle schools. Nicklas said the mobile classroom will temporarily for up to three years extend the district time to find another way to accommodate the needs of its increase in students. The district is already engaged in discussions on ways to reduce class size in the future and how school officials can work to eliminate mobile classrooms throughout the district, school officials said. Second Ward Alderwoman Barb Larson questioned if the district has the metrics to know if and when a new school building may be necessary.

Tammy Carson, director of facility and safety operations for DeKalb District 428, said the district is engaged in ongoing conversations on this topic. “We’ve completed a demographer study as well as a space capacity study, a building capacity study over the past year,” Carson said. “We are looking at options in the district, which could be proposals for additions on a school, could be new school buildings, could be purchasing buildings. There’s a number of avenues we’re looking at, which then could in that equation would be the removal of our mobile classrooms units that we have out there.” Carson acknowledged that discussions on the district’s facility needs may take significant time, but said many have been going on this year and are expected to continue.

Roman expected to resign from County Board Dist. 6 By CAMDEN LAZENBY

clazenby@shawmedia.com DeKALB – Craig Roman, a Democrat representing District 6 on the DeKalb County Board, has submitted paperwork to remove his name from the Nov. 8 ballot and is expected to resign from the board later this month. Roman said he initially expected to finish out his term as a County Board member before starting a new position in Madison, Wisconsin, but those plans have changed. Roman’s home will be sold later this month, necessitating his resignation before the end of his term on Nov. 30. Roman said he will be out of the country when the board’s Committee of the Whole meeting takes place on Aug. 10 but will be

WHERE IT’S AT Amusements........................................22 Classified........................................ 25-27 Cover story............................................. 6 Looking Back.......................................... 9

present to give his resignation Aug. 17. Roman’s colleague, Mary Cozad, is the only other person running to represent the restructured district, now called District 10 on the board in the November election. Cozad said Suzanne Willis was planning on retiring after her term finished at the end of November, but volunteered to take Roman’s place on the ballot. As a result, Cozad and the newly elected chair of the DeKalb County Democrats campaigned for Willis to be put on the ballot last month. “A couple of weekends ago, I and Anna Wilhelmi, and a couple of other people went door to door in District 10 getting signatures, and they were filed on time,” Cozad said. Now, Willis will replace Roman on the ballot for District 10. Since districts are

PUZZLE ANSWERS puzzles on page 22

allocated two representatives and only Willis and Cozad are on the ballot, it’s expected they will both win their elections on Nov. 8. When a board member resigns before their term is complete, the political party they represent is able to caucus for a new representative. When a nominee is selected, the County Board then votes to accept that person onto the board through the remainder of the term. Since Roman is putting in his resignation on Aug. 17, the earliest the board could vote on instating an interim member would be Sept. 21 – unless the Democratic Party comes ready with a caucused nomination. Cozad said she doesn’t think the resignation will have an impact on votes or legislative processes in the county.

ShawLocal.com 121 W Lincoln Highway DeKalb, IL 60115 833-584-NEWS Office hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday SUBSCRIBER SERVICES 866-979-1053 subscriptions@shawsuburban.com 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to noon Saturday SUBSCRIPTIONS The MidWeek is delivered free of charge to households throughout DeKalb County every Wednesday. Those who do not wish to receive delivery may contact customer service at 866-979-1053, or subscriptions@shawsuburban.com, to request a delivery stop. SUBMIT NEWS readit@midweeknews.com CLASSIFIED SALES classified@shawlocal.com HELP WANTED employment@shawlocal.com LEGAL NOTICES midweeklegals@shawlocal.com RETAIL ADVERTISING jringness@shawmedia.com OBITUARIES midweekobits@shawlocal.com Editor Emily Ayers 815-526-4411 eayers@shawmedia.com The Midweek and ShawLocal.com are a division of Shaw Media. All rights reserved. Copyright 2022

ON THE COVER Eric Hill (left) and Northern Illinois University professor James Cohen celebrate in exhaustion at the top of Uhuru Peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. A group of 13 volunteers hiked the mountain in May with DeKalb-based nonprofit Tanzania Development Support. See story, page 6. Photo provided by Eric Hill

CORRECTIONS Accuracy is important to The Midweek and it wants to correct mistakes promptly. Please call errors to our attention by phone at 815-526-4411, or email readit@ midweeknews.com.

Registration 9:00

Show 9:00 - 4:00 (Rain or Shine)

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

50/50 Raffle

Food will be available from: Latsis Bakery, Cruisin’ Genoa, Ralfie’s BBQ, Sib’s Corner Grill, The Masons, Big D’s Hotdogs & Nina’s Tacos

Cars & Trucks

Pre-Paid Registration Fee - $10 (thru 8/18) • Day of Show Registration Fee - $15 • Trophy presentation 3:00 For more information, or to register, call or click Genoa Chamber of Commerce (815) 784-2212 or genoaareachamber.com

MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

Saturday, August 20

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

4 We have all witnessed tremendous change in our local banking landscape over the years, and throughout it all, Resource Bank has stayed true to our “Rock Principles”; Enriching the Lives of Our Customers, Caring For Our Communities, and Believing in the American Dream. To ensure those longstanding values continue well into the future, it will take dedicated leadership and committed stakeholders. Mark Busch - mbusch@shawmedia.com

The parcel of land in the ChicagoWest Business Center just east of the Ferrara complex on Gurler Road in DeKalb could be home to a new development dubbed “Project Wildcat.”.

‘Project Wildcat’ given preliminary nod from DeKalb city commission By MEGANN HORSTEAD

mhorstead@shawmedia.com DeKALB – Project leaders behind a major food and beverage distribution, packing and storage company dubbed, at least for now, by city officials as “Project Wildcat” are one step closer to putting down roots in the city of DeKalb. The DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission met last week to review and ultimately approve plans for the two-building development in a 5-1-1 vote. Commissioner Jerry Wright was absent, and Commissioner Max Maxwell abstained. But the project still hinges on the approval of annexation, rezoning and preliminary development plan requests by the DeKalb City Council on Aug. 8. If approved, Project Wildcat would set up shop on about 160 acres of land bounded by Gurler and Peace roads, Interstate 88 and Crego Road. The development will consist of two proposed buildings, one of which is estimated at 1.2 million square feet and the other at 900,000 square feet. Commission Vice Chairman Bill McMahon praised the project and its potential addition to the ChicagoWest Business Center on the city’s south side. “I think it’s an exciting project,” McMahon said. “It’s an opportunity to come in. It’s great for our community. It seems to fit.” The ChicagoWest Business Center is already home to the Meta DeKalb Data Center and Ferrara. An Amazon distribution center is also expected to go up in the area after the online retail giant paid $6.3 million last fall for nearly 59 acres on Gurler Road, the same land slated for what city officials

called Project Barb, property records showed. Phase I of the Project Wildcat development is expected to create about 700 new jobs for the region, officials said. The number of jobs created by phase II of the project is anticipated to mirror that figure. Josh Udelhofen of Trammel Crow Chicago Development and the ChicagoWest Business Center said they are working to expedite the development approval process and are eying a September groundbreaking for phase I. He said the client that will operate the space expects the building to be fully operational by 2025 but has plans to put the building to use sooner. “They will be commissioning the building as time goes as portions of the building are useable for the ultimate business purpose,” Udelhofen said. “We envision potential phased occupancies beginning in early-to-mid-2024, with the final occupancy coming in early 2025 when all the components of the facility are operationally commissioned for the client.” Udelhofen said that an expedited construction timeline is desired because the core components of the building will be in place by the first or second quarter of 2024 allowing for partial occupancy of the space. Project leaders are still working with the client behind the proposed 900,000-square-foot building to firm up plans. Udelhofen said the client is anticipating that the building’s construction will require two phases of its own. But he said they don’t have 100% clarity on the timing of phase II of the project, but hope to have more insight on it by later this year.

It is with those thoughts in mind that we are pleased to announce that Diana Shott, a 35-year Resource Bank veteran, has accepted the title of President in addition to her current role of CEO. Former President Richard Katz will continue in his role as Chairman of the Board and looks forward to supporting Diana and all of our dedicated staff. When asked to comment on Diana’s new role, Richard said, “Starting on her first day with Resource Bank nearly thirty-five years ago, Diana hit the ground running and never looked back. She willingly took on any challenge offered and gave it her full attention, bringing creative solutions to the table and helping to form the culture that our clients and staff enjoy today. She was right beside me every step of the way throughout the challenges and successes we experienced as we expanded from one branch to thirteen. A trusted partner and colleague, her role and responsibilities developed and increased quickly, becoming an Executive Vice President, a member of our Board of Directors, and then CEO of Resource Bank. Believe me when I tell you that Diana’s imprint is everywhere you look in our bank – from the buildings we work in, to the products and services we offer, to the values we hold as important.” Be assured that Resource Bank is the same organization today that it was yesterday, and it will remain the same going forward. By taking this important step, we are planning for the future. And by planning for the future, we are ensuring our future as your independent, locallyfocused, community bank. Diana is a native of Genoa, IL and a graduate of the NIU College of Business. Resource Bank is a locally-owned community bank with thirteen branches throughout DeKalb, Kane, and LaSalle Counties. For more information, please call (815) 756-6321 or visit ResourceBank.com.

Enriching Lives • Caring For Our Communities Believing In The American Dream

(815) 756-6321 (800) 845-4122

ResourceBank.com Member FDIC

FRIDAY AUGUST 26TH 26TH FRIDAY AUGUST 26TH

Six Pack • 5:30pm – 6:30pm 6:30pm Six Pack • 5:30pm – 6:30pm Renegade Wildflower • 7:00pm 7:00pm 8:00pm ––8:00pm Renegade Wildflower • 7:00pm – 8:00pm 7th Heaven • 9:00pm – 11:00pm 11:00pm 7th Heaven • 9:00pm – 11:00pm

SATURDAY AUGUST 27TH SATURDAY SATURDAY AUGUST 27TH

THE MUSIC OF CHICAGO & ASIA

Austin Hopkins (Solo Acoustic) •• 12:00pm – 1:00pm Austin Hopkins (Solo(Solo Acoustic) Austin Hopkins Acoustic) • 12:00pm – 1:00pm Mary &&Brian (Acoustic) • 1:15pm – 2:15pm MaryMary Brian (Acoustic) & Brian (Acoustic) • 1:15pm – 2:15pm Rockin’ MoxieMoxie Rockin’ Moxie • 2:30pm – 3:30pm Rockin’ • 2:30pm – 3:30pm American English – 5:30pm American English •• 4:00pm American English • 4:00pm – 5:30pm Infidelity HiHiInfidelity • 6:30pm – 8:00pm Hi Infidelity • 6:30pm – 8:00pm TheVoices Voices Classic RockRock – 10:30pm The ofofClassic Rock •• 9:00pm The Voices of Classic • 9:00pm – 10:30pm

SUNDAY AUGUST 28TH 28TH SUNDAY AUGUST 28TH Project Nostalgia • 12:00pm – 1:30pm

Project Nostalgia • 12:00pm – 1:30pm Project Nostalgia • 12:00pm – 1:30pm PartyParty Doctors • 2:00pm –– 3:30pm 3:30pm Doctors • 2:00pm – 3:30pm MikeMike Joe&••Joe 4:30pm –– 6:00pm Mike && Joe 4:30pm 6:00pm • 4:30pm – 6:00pm

MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

H T 8 2 H T 7 2 H H T T 6 8 2 AAUUGGUUSSTT 26TH-27TH-2

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

COVER STORY

GRAND SCALE

Local group hikes Mount Kilimanjaro to raise nearly $40K for students in Tanzania By SHANE TAYLOR

staylor@shawmedia.com

AND CAMDEN LAZENBY

clazenby@shawmedia.com

eKALB – Four Northern Illinois University alumni and two faculty members recently took a 19,431-foot climb on Mount Kilimanjaro to raise awareness and more than $40,000 for educational improvements for girls and boys in Mara, Tanzania. On the morning of May 18, 13 Tanzania Development Support volunteers headed out to climb the snowcapped volcano – the highest mountain in Africa – including James Cohen, one of the NIU faculty members who ventured on the twoweek trip to Tanzania. Cohen, an associate professor of ESL/bilingual education who teaches multicultural education and foundations of minority language education, is also a board member for TDS. Cohen is currently living in Kenya, and said he first learned about TDS through its founder and NIU colleague, Kurt Thurmaier, when he first came to the university 12 years ago. Cohen said the days-long hike was easily the most difficult physical activity he has ever accomplished in his life. “Despite exercising religiously for a good two years, the combination of the altitude and hiking for nine to 12 hours a day was very difficult for me,” said Cohen. “Others did not have that difficult of a time, but my body did not like the altitude very much. I always felt winded, even when resting my heart would race.” Taylor Adolphson, an NIU alumna, studied abroad in Tanzania with TDS seven years ago and came back again this past May to take part in the journey. She said the trek up to the highest point in Africa – 19,341 feet above sea level – was described to her as a seven-day-long steep hike. As someone who likes hiking and spending time outdoors, Adolphson figured the trek would be in her wheelhouse. “I did train for it, I felt prepared,” said Adolphson, “but I was honestly – I don’t know that you could ever be prepared for it – but it was probably one of the most incredible things that I’ll ever do in my life.” Tanzania Development Support was founded in 2008 by Thurmaier

Photo provided by Eric Hill

Tanzania Development Support volunteer Eric Hill is wowed by the celebration at Nyegina school in honor of the successful summiting of Mount Kilimanjaro in May 2022 and raising funds for the school. and his wife Jeanine. Thurmaier, president of TDS, is also the chair of the public administration department of NIU. “The main mission of TDS is to provide an opportunity for girls to have an education,” said Cohen. “Girls in Tanzania often are charged with fetching water for the family. By the time they return from the stream or river or wherever they get the water, it is too late to go to school.” “Moreover, girls also miss school because feminine hygiene products are extremely expensive,” said Cohen. “So, TDS provides scholarships to these high school girls to attend a boarding school where they do not need to worry about fetching water or having to miss school during their time of the month because the school provides for them the items they need.” Eric Hill, an English teacher at Larkin High School in Elgin, was also in the TDS group. He said the climb up Kilimanjaro was a great trek and the hardest thing he’s ever done. The final push to the summit began at

about 11 p.m. in subfreezing temperatures with gusting winds. Their group summited not long after the sun rose over the horizon. “It was an incredible night and really, super difficult and challenging but it was definitely worth it,” said Hill. “I mean, the roof of Africa, it was just an unbelievable view.” One of the coolest experiences for Adolphson was looking down on the clouds. “I’ll never take that view for granted again, because you don’t get that, it’s not normal, it’s not common,” said Adolphson. “And one of our campsites, just laying in the tent with the door open you could look and all you could see was just a layer of clouds.” The TDS group also stayed a night in the Serengeti, a 12,000-square-mile ecosystem in east-central Africa. Hill said the Serengeti is beautiful but the wildlife made it an interesting night of sleep for him. “Woke up at midnight to go to the bathroom, and got back into the tent

and then sure enough like five minutes later there was a lion, a male lion huffing and making all these noises,” said Hill. Cohen said in the past, TDS volunteers mainly constructed buildings. They built a library, a girls dormitory, a computer lab and several other spaces. In 2015, Adolphson helped paint the library and resource center, and when she came back this year she was blown away by the progress. “The school was incredible,” said Adolphson, “because sometimes I think it’s hard to wrap your head around, like we see a good thing, we see a good cause and then we don’t necessarily see the progress that was made. So for me that was awesome to be able to go back and see that.” Transitioning from bricks to books, volunteers have turned to filling up the library, Cohen said. “We have now supplied the library with the largest number of Kiswahili books in the nation outside of Dar es Salaam,” he said.

3654 N. IL Rte 71, Sheridan, Illinois 815.496.2669

SALE DATES 8/9/2022–8/14/2022

Cook Wanted - No Experience Necessary

Photo provided by DeKalb County Community Foundation

Members of Youth Engaged in Philanthropy take part in a $100 Challenge during a monthly meeting. The deadline to apply for this year’s program is Sept. 2.

Area high school students sought for YEP program Shaw Local News Network SYCAMORE – Youth Engaged in Philanthropy, a youth-led committee of the DeKalb County Community Foundation, recently opened applications and is seeking members from DeKalb, Genoa-Kingston, Hinckley-Big Rock, Sandwich and Somonauk high schools. The mission of YEP is to improve the quality of life for youth in DeKalb County. The deadline to apply for the program is Friday, Sept. 2. YEP is free and open to all high school students in DeKalb County. Through monthly meetings and volunteer events, YEP creates friendships, builds leadership, and offers multiple learning opportunities to enhance social and analytical skills. Members are familiarized with nonprofits, build

an understanding of philanthropy, and are introduced to grantmaking. A large portion of the year is spent on grantmaking. Members learn to analyze grant applications, conduct site visits, and identify the potential impact on other youth in DeKalb County. Last year, the YEP committee granted $17,023 to 14 organizations for a variety of youth serving programs and projects. High school students interested in joining YEP must submit an application prior to the Sept. 2 deadline. To keep the focus on being a county-wide committee, a membership cap is in place per high school. Learn more or apply online at dekalbccf.org/yep. For questions or more information, call YEP Staff Adviser Noah Nordbrock at 815-748-5383 or email noah@ dekalbccf.org.

BRIEFS

Homemade Kumla Balls (With or Without Ham) 1 Ib. ......................................$799 Homemade Lefse 1/2dz. ........................................................................................$1575 Homemade Limpa Bread ea. ..................................................................................$699 Homemade Pies (Friday & Saturday Only) 1 pie. ............................................. $1999 Homemade Potato Pancakes ............................................................................ 5/$795 Pickled or Creamed Herring 1 Ib. ..........................................................................$549 Homemade Potato Sausage 1 Ib. ...........................................................................$499 Homemade Kringla 1 dz. ....................................................................................... $899 Homemade Breakfast Sausage 1 lb. ......................................................................$369 Homemade Bratwurst 1 lb. .....................................................................................$429 Homemade Kangaroo Garlic Links 1 lb. ............................................................ $1799 BonDost Cheese 18 oz. .............................................................................................$899 Wisconsin Blue Cheese Wedges ea. . ...................................................................... $819 Cheese Curds - Ranch - Hot Pepper - Plain - Garlic 1 lb. .................................... $599 Italian Beef 1 lb. .. ..................................................................................................... $999 Frech Bread 1 Baguette. ............................................................................................ $249 Lobster Tails 1 lb. .................................................................................................. .$5999 Oysters in the 1/2 shell 12 ct. ................................................................................$1800 Beef Tongue 1 lb. . ..................................................................................................... $599 Vernors Ginger Soda 2 liter. .. .................................................................................. $199 Mountain Dew - Pepsi - Diet Pepsi 18 pks. ............................................................ $799 Pureau Water 24-16.9oz. ......................................................................................... $469 Modelo 12 pk. ..........................................................................................................$1699 Corona 12 pk. ..........................................................................................................$1699 Stella 12 pk. .............................................................................................................$1699 Michelob Ultra 24 pk. .............................................................................................$2199 Coors Light - MGD - Lite 18 pk. .............................................................................$1699 St James Winery - Red - Peach - Blueberry 750ml. .. ............................................ $999 Livingston Cellars - Merlot - Chardonnay - Sangria 1.5ml. .. .............................. $799 Tequila Rose 750ml. ...............................................................................................$2199 Evan Williams 750ml. .. ...........................................................................................$1699 Four Roses Bourbon 750ml. .. ............................................................................... $2399

HOMEGROWN PRODUCE AVAILABLE

Store Restaurant

OPEN - MONDAY - SATURDAY 6AM - 2PM • SUNDAY 8AM-1PM BROASTED CHICKEN & RIBS EVERY THURSDAY 6AM-6PM Allegiant Compliance Service, Inc. (630) 768-5234 / Appointment Only

COME PLAY OUR NEW SLOTS, 3 NEW MACHINES - 6 TOTAL!

SUMC United Women in Faith to host drive-thru chicken dinner

fries, coleslaw, roll and sauce. Tickets cost $15 and must be bought in advance no later than Wednesday, SYCAMORE – The Sycamore United Aug. 10. Tickets are available online on Methodist Church United Women in Faith the SUMC Facebook page in the events will host a chicken strip drive-thru dinner section, at the church office or from any fundraiser from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, at Sycamore United United Women in Faith member. For information, call the church office at 815Methodist Church, 160 Johnson Ave. 895-9113. The dinner is part of the church’s SUMC Women in Faith is an organizamonthly Wednesday drive-thru dinner community outreach program. Proceeds tion with the Methodist Church consisting from the fundraiser will support the mis- of a core group of women to develop and support fellowship, spiritual growth and sions of SUMC. The dinner, provided by The Dirty Bird, opportunities for all women of the church. will include four chicken strips, french – Shaw Local News Network

7 MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

Norway Store

Monday- Saturday 6am - 7 pm Sunday 8am- 4pm

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

INBODEN’S MARKET Gourmet Meats and Specialty Food Store 1106 N. 1st, DeKalb

815-756-5852

Hours: Mon–Sat 8am–7pm; Closed Sundays & Major Holidays

Visit us at meatplace.com

for our weekend specials. Post Late Wednesday evening or early Thursday morning.

August 11th, 12th & 13th, 2022 Photo provided by DeKalb County Community Foundation

The DeKalb County Community Foundation and DeKalb County Regional Office of Education recently recognized area educators and staff with Excellence in Education Awards. Pictured (from left) are 2022 recipients Cindy Lauritzen, Drayton Eggleson and Karmen Ewald, donor Yvonne Johnson, and recipients Lisa Winters and Nicole Stuckert.

- MEAT Lean Meaty Pork Back Ribs ...........................................................$3.99 lb Chopped Sirloin Patties ................................................................ $4.79 lb

DeKalb County educators recognized for excellence

Barb-B-Q Chicken Quarters ....................................................... $2.59 lb

• Sixth through Eighth Grade Teacher: Karmen Ewald, seventh grade English and language arts teacher, Genoa-Kingston School District • Ninth through 12th Grade Teacher: Drayton Eggleson, choir director, Sycamore School District • Support Staff: Cindy Lauritzen, food service director, Hiawatha School District • Administration: Nicole Stuckert, assistant superintendent for Business Services/CSBO, Sycamore School District Support for the awards comes through an endowed fund at the Community Foundation created by retired Sycamore elementary school teacher Yvonne Johnson. Winners receive a check for $1,000 and an engraved clock. The recipients were recognized at a ceremony June 27. To learn about the Excellence in Education Awards, visit dekalbccf. org/eie.

Tuna Steaks .......................................................................................... $12.99 lb

Shaw Local News Network SYCAMORE – The DeKalb County Community Foundation and DeKalb County Regional Office of Education recently recognized area educators and staff during the annual Excellence in Education Awards reception. The award recipients were from the Genoa-Kingston, Hiawatha and Sycamore school districts. Over the past 23 years, the Excellence in Education Awards have recognized 114 educators and distributed $114,000 in awards. The Excellence in Education Awards recognizes teachers, administrators and support staff who inspired a love of learning in students and play an active role in their schools and communities in DeKalb County. 2022 Excellence in Education Award recipients: • Pre-K through Fifth Grade Teacher: Lisa Winters, instructional math coach, Sycamore School District

Marinated Buffalo Chicken Breast Oven Bakeable - 6 oz size ........................................................... $2.79 ea

- FRESH SEAFOOD Lake Perch Fillets ...............................................................................$25.99 lb We Have Fresh Jumbo Gulf Shrimp

- DELI/BAKERY Dixie Cole Slaw ............................................................................... $2.39 lb Oddsey Feta in Tubs ...................................................................... $4.89 lb Cucumber Onion Salad ................................................................. $2.99 lb Oven or Micro Crab Cakes ........................................................ $2.49 ea Mini Sour Dough Rounds...................................................................$2.79 Crispy Pate .............................................................................................$1.19 Sliced Deli Ham ................................................................................$3.69 lb

- PRODUCE Lemons ................................................................................................. 49¢ ea Iceberg Head Lettuce .................................................................... $1.49 ea Wessel’s Local Sweet Corn ............................................................. 49¢ ea

- BEER/WINE Olema Rose................................................................................... $14.99 btl Alexander Valley Gewurztraminer ..........................................$12.99 btl

Wine Tastings from Noon till 3 pm on Saturdays.

LOOKING BACK

9 County Highway Superintendent Willard Williams unveiled his proposed road program for 1973 with the reconstruction of Rich Road from North First Street to Glidden Road as one of its central features. Rich Road, which is presently a DeKalb Township road, would be taken over as a county highway. The strip from Glidden to North First would be reconstructed to present county highway standards.

One of the latest radio fads to be taken up here has evidently been that by a lad of about 12 or 14 years of age, unless he was kidding people, as he sped along the highway on his bicycle. The boy had a radio headset fastened tightly to his head and was pedaling his wheel as fast as his short legs would allow and as he passed motorists, many wondered if he was tuning in. The fad has been taken up in many larger places but it is not known just how successful this form of tuning in may be. Automobile bandits in this section of the country are beginning to get out of the ordinary, according to a report received by the police this morning from Rockford authorities. Usually automobile thefts are Fords, but in the instance at Rockford last night, the auto thieves helped themselves to a Packard of the 1918 vintage. The stolen property was very well described to the authorities here and will be easy to “pick off” should it come this way. Jens Peterson, one of the well-known farmers of this community, reported to the police early this morning that a cow strayed onto his property during the night. The police promised to notify any inquirers as to a lost bovine that Mr. Peterson reported a strange one at his farm. Coroner J. H. Wilkinson of Waterman was in DeKalb today looking for his new Hupmobile coupe recently purchased of G. H. Deane & Company. The coroner says he expects to get a lot of pleasure from the new machine, as well as aiding him in his business throughout the county. Excitement was at high tide yesterday afternoon about four o’clock at the Ransford grocery in Sycamore, when a large tarantula was found in a bunch of bananas. E. V. Ransford was in the rear of the store cutting off a lower band from a bunch which had just arrived. Taking hold of the bunch with his arm he cutoff the band, letting it fall into the hollow of his arm. As he looked down on the bananas there was the huge spider rising from the bunch, standing about a foot from his face. With a yell for Victor Faucett, clerk in the store, to come and help him, he let the bunch drop to the floor and the tarantula ran under a biscuit carrier.

Photo provided by DeKalb County History Center

A DeKalb Township High School Dance in the 1956-1957 school year.

1947 – 75 YEARS AGO Thirty businessmen of Chicago, members of the Chicago Association of Commerce of Illinois Chamber of Commerce, came to DeKalb yesterday morning in a chartered bus and learned about farming, DeKalb County style. They left last evening, generally amazed at the intricacies of farming, and all much wiser concerning the scientific advantages that have been made in agriculture in recent years. Traffic will be routed over the new state highway bridge across the Kishwaukee River on West Lincoln Highway within two weeks. G. W. Parker of Aurora, state highway engineer supervising the job, said today that actual construction was practically completed and that the only remaining work was that of cleaning up. At 9:45 o’clock this morning, the north stop sign at Fourth and Lincoln Highway was removed at the top of the base when a large semi-trailer truck snagged the sign. With traffic unable to cross the railroad tracks at this time because of repairs being made, the truck which was heading east was turning north on Fourth, going around the stop sign which stands in the center of Fourth Street. The driver cut too sharply and the rear part of the trailer caught the sign and broke it off. Those attending the Flying Farmers meeting at Urbana Monday and Tuesday were Victor residents Mr. and Mrs.

Mahlon Sawyer, Mr. and Mrs. Millard Sawyer, Mr. and Mrs. Mervin Iverson and Ralph Sheaffer. Sycamore’s new rural fire truck was called into action yesterday morning at 11 o’clock when it answered the call of a blaze at the Emil Lind farm which is located one-half mile north of the Ohio Grove School. The old rural engine was the first to answer the call, closely followed by the new truck driven by Fire Chief Charles Butzow. The blaze was in the attic of the farm home, but was quickly put out. The fire is believed to have started from faulty electrical wiring located in the attic. As there was no entrance to the attic the firemen had to chop a small hole in the roof to get access to the blaze. Attending the annual reunion of the Rich relatives held at Hopkins Park, DeKalb, Sunday were the Tom Rich, Clarence Rich, Robert Pearcy, Robert Willis and Harry Coles families from Clare.

1972 – 50 YEARS AGO

Some highlights and sidelights in the history of DeKalb County have just been published in a new book written by a lifelong resident of the county, Mrs. Helen Bingham. The author living in rural Mayfield Township on Old State Road between Clare and Sycamore, spent the past five years off and on working mostly nights on the book. Last week the long-awaited 500 bound copies of “My Scrap Book of Collections and Recollections” arrived in her home.

A Boy Scout Council from near Muenster, Ind., is seeking a 685-acre site near Kirkland for a scout reservation, the Rules Committee learned Wednesday night. The Calumet Council 152 seeks the camp on the 685-acre farm owned by James D. Edwards of Kirkland. The acreage is located northwest of Kirkland and includes nearly two miles of Kishwaukee River banks. The site is across the river from the Two Rivers Boy Scout Council property known as Camp Rotary MacQueen.

1997 – 25 YEARS AGO

In a time when most U.S. companies are looking to relocate in Mexico or other foreign markets where labor costs are cheaper, one local company has committed to DeKalb County. The commitment of AG Communication Systems was viewed by more than 100 people at the company’s ribbon cutting marking the completion of its 53,000-square-foot addition recently. The addition makes the facility more than 286,000 square feet, which is one of the largest manufacturing plants in the county. A biotechnology company introduced a 6-month-old cloned calf yesterday, claiming its new way of cloning could lead to bulky cows that produce more milk. Local farmers and researchers say the announcement may be good news for local producers forced to get more milk and beef from their herds. The announcement comes just five months after Scottish researchers announced the cloning of “Dolly,” a sheep produced from the udder cell of a 6-year-old ewe. The DeKalb County Community Foundation announced today that it has provided more than $1 million in grants since its inception in March of 1993. The foundation also reported that it has amassed an endowment of nearly $9 million.

– Compiled by Sue Breese

MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

1922 – 100 YEARS AGO

Harold’s Chicken franchise coming to Sycamore By CAMDEN LAZENBY

clazenby@shawmedia.com

Camden Lazenby – clazenby@shawmedia.com

Brian Fleming (left) and Asielsel Mitchell will open Harold’s Chicken in Sycamore on Aug. 9. Fleming will run the corporate communication side of the business while Mitchell will be the operational manager. rently offers: Kool-Aid. Fleming said the store’s late hours will help business and give area residents an opportunity to eat into the wee hours of the morning.

NORTHERN ILLINOIS CARRY CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

August 27 & 28, 2022 ............... Concealed Carry/Home Defense Class ...................8a - 4p Both Days September 11, 2022 .................. Concealed Carry Permit Renewal ............................................9a-12p September 18, 2022 .................. Introduction to Handguns ..........................................................9a-1p September 24 & 25, 2022 ......... Concealed Carry/Home Defense ............................8a - 4p Both Days October 1, 2022 ........................ Concealed Carry Permit Renewal ............................................ 8a-11a October 15 & 16, 2022 .............. Concealed Carry/Home Defense .............................. 8a-4p both days Private Concealed Carry/Home Defense classes can be arranged but a minimum of 5 students are required. We are offering “Countering The Mass Shooter Threat” classes which are designed for every House of Worship, School, Business and Family. Please contact us for further information and/or scheduling dates. These classes can be taught at any location.

Please call or e-mail for further information.

See website for detailed description of all classes CALL TO REGISTER & FOR COURSE INFORMATION

(815) 501-9421 | NORTHERNILLINOISCARRY.COM NORTHERNILLINOISCARRY@GMAIL.COM

Dennis Leifheit

“We close Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 2 in the morning. So there’s nothing else open,” Fleming said. “The only thing that’s open after midnight in Sycamore is McDonald’s, and they

close at midnight. So if you work a second shift or you’re going to a third shift, we’re going to be here.” Fleming, a DeKalb County resident since 1997, said community involvement is how he’ll measure the success of the business. “We definitely want to make sure that we aggressively get involved with a lot of community activities, whether it be high schools, nonprofits, giving back to certain entities, as well as exposure,” he said. Mitchell, who’s been in the area for almost 10 years, think’s it’s important that their new business helps bring families together. “We want to cater to the family environment as well because, you know, pre-COVID you could go somewhere, bring your family and enjoy your meal,” he said. “And then post-COVID it’s been kind of sketchy. Like it hasn’t been easy to go places.” When they open their doors to the public Aug. 9 at 265 W. Peace Road in Sycamore, they’ll have a family-friendly atmosphere with bounce houses out back and a live DJ in the front. “We’re just going to celebrate,” Fleming said. “We anticipate selling out, so please get here early.”

The Difference Between a Will and a Trust SPONSORED BY

your taxes.

If you don’t have a will or trust, your estate will be subject to intestacy laws. Under these laws, your assets will be distributed according to a Estate planning can be complex, with strict order of precedence which many different factors to consider. An means your spouse and children will experienced estate planning attorney inherit your estate, but your parents can help you understand your options and siblings will not. As a result, your estate could go to people you don’t and ensure the handling of your want to inherit it. estate according to your wishes. There are two primary types of estate planning documents: wills and trusts. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, which your attorney can discuss in detail. A will is a legal document that sets forth your wishes regarding the distribution of your assets after your death. A trust is a legal arrangement in which you place your assets under the control of a trustee. The trustee manages the assets for the benefit of the beneficiaries you designate. There are many benefits to having a will or trust in place. First, it can save your loved ones time and money. If you die without a will or trust, your estate will have to go through probate, which is a lengthy and expensive process. Second, a will or trust can help you protect your assets. For example, if you have young children, you can use a trust to ensure their inheritance is protected until they reach a certain age. Third, a will or trust can help you reduce

It’s important to note that estate planning is not just for the wealthy. Everyone should have an estate plan in place, regardless of the size of their estate. An experienced estate planning attorney can help you create a plan that meets your unique needs. Camden Law Office offers comprehensive estate planning services. We will work with you to create a customized plan that meets your goals and objectives. Contact Camden Law Office at 630568-6656 to learn more about our elder law services. Our experienced lawyers serve our Chicago community in Downers Grove, Naperville, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, and surrounding areas. Camden Law Office 5330 S. Main Street Suite 200 Downers Grove, IL 60515 www.camdenlawoffice.com/real-estatelaw/

SM-CL2003491

SYCAMORE – A franchise that has grown out of the fryers of the South suburbs of Chicago is coming to DeKalb County. Harold’s Chicken Shack will open its newest location on Peace Road in Sycamore on Aug. 9. The area’s newest fried chicken joint will bring a flavor known to Chicagoans for more than 50 years out to corn country. That’s why Asielsel Mitchell and Brian Fleming, the owners of the new establishment, collaborated to open the new business venture – they want local residents to experience the food they love. “You have something good, and you want everybody to know about it – you want them to taste it, experience that same love,” Mitchell said. “We want them to get that chicken because I know we love it, and a lot of people from Chicago who moved to DeKalb, they love it.” The restaurant may have chicken in its name, but it also serves catfish nuggets, gizzards and a handful of other items. It also will serve a drink that no other restaurant in the county cur-

SM-CL2002382

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

August 13 | 6 - 9 PM NIU'S BARSEMA ALUMNI & VISITORS CENTER Photo provided by DeKalb Municipal Band

Karen Manley-Kahler will perform with the DeKalb Municipal Band on Aug. 16.

Over 50 delicious tastings, raffles, entertainment and more!

Vocalist to hit jazz notes with municipal band Shaw Local News Network DeKALB – The next concert in the DeKalb Municipal Band’s 168th season will be themed “All That Jazz!” and feature vocalist Karen Manley-Kahler. Conducted by Kirk Lundbeck, the band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at the Dee Palmer Band Shell in Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb. The concert is free and open to the public. Manley-Kahler has a degree in music theater from Illinois Wesleyan University. She works at Manley’s Belvidere Ford Lincoln and is the music director at First Presbyterian Church in Belvidere.

Manley-Kahler performs at Starlight Theatre in Rockford. Her past roles include Eve in “Children of Eden,” Mother in “Ragtime,” Gertrude in “Seussical the Musical,” Lily in “Secret Garden,” and Donna in “Mamma Mia!”. Manley-Kahler will sing “Blue Moon,” “Skylark” and “How High the Moon.” Other jazz tunes on Tuesday’s program include “One O’Clock Jump!,” “Glenn Miller in Concert” and “The St. Louis Blues March.” Also featured will be “Persuasion” with soloist Deb Shofner on the tuba and Mark Baldin on the trumpet. For more information, visit www. dekalbmunicipalband.com.

Delano’s

Decorating Homes and Business Since 1945

• • • • •

Merillat Cabinets Window Treatments Custom Picture Framing Paint & Wallpaper Complete Line of Flooring

223 North Fourth Street • DeKalb • 815-756-2951 www.DelanosHomeDecorating.com

Tickets: $45 each or 2 for $80 by Aug. 12

www.casadekalb.org/50menwhocook Or by check mailed to CASA, 308 W. State St. Ste. 301, Sycamore, IL 60178

Support CASA's advocacy of children in DeKalb County who have experienced abuse or neglect. Learn More:

Benefiting:

Sponsored by:

MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

GETTING HUNGRY?

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

Stage Coach to present ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’ Shaw Local News Network DeKALB – Stage Coach Players will present the musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” in August. Directed by Steven Meerdink with musical direction by Sandra Josef, this musical within a musical begins with the main character, the Man in Chair, seeking to cure his melancholy. To do this, he puts on the album of the fictional 1928 musical “The Drowsy Chaperone.” Soon his dark and drab apartment is transformed into vibrant Broadway sets with bright lights and colorful characters dressed in extravagant costumes. As the Man in Chair makes wry comments about the musical, the audience is drawn into the musical comedy. It is the wedding day of tycoon Robert Martin and Broadway star Janet Van De Graaff, who is giving up her career in “Feldzieg’s Follies,” something her producer is desperately trying to change her mind on. Add a couple of gangsters, Janet’s alcoholic chaperone, Latin lover Adolpho and an aviatrix named Trix, and the laughs come at a frantic pace. “The Drowsy Chaperone,” which began as a spoof of 1920s musicals by the authors and several of their friends for a party, opened on Broadway in 2006. The musical was nominated for 13 Tony Awards, winning in five categories. Photo provided by Stage Coach Players The show will open Aug. 18 and run for two weekends at the Stage Coach theater, 126 S. Fifth St. in Cast members rehearse a scene from Stage Coach Players’ upcoming production of “The Drowsy Chaperone.” DeKalb. Showtimes will be at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 18, 19, 20, online at www.stagecoachplayers.com or through wear masks during the production. If the state of Illi25, 26 and 27, and 2 p.m. Aug. 21 and 28. nois guidelines change, the Stage Coach Players Tickets cost $20 for adults or $18 for seniors and the Stage Coach Players Box Office at 815-758-1940. children ages 13 and younger. Tickets are available Attendees are encouraged, but not required, to guidelines also will change.

BRIEFS SYCAMORE – The Kishwaukee Tennis Association will host its second annual tennis tournament on Saturday, Aug. 20. The tourney will consist of “mixed up” doubles from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Sycamore High School, 427 Spartan Trail in Sycamore. Only one partner needs to register. Those who would like to play doubles, but don’t have a partner, should sign up and a partner will be assigned. A singles tournament has been added to this year’s event. It will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21. All participants will be entered into one tournament regardless of age or gender. Participants can play singles, doubles or both. There is no fee to enter. Attendees should arrive no later than 8:45 a.m. with one can of unopened balls each day they are playing and bring plenty of water. Depending on the number of entries, it will be a round-robin format followed by a bracket-style tournament to determine the champions. To register, contact Samantha Hathaway at shathaway1219@gmail.com or 815-761-5870. The KTA is a free club that plays yearround. In the summer, members use

Northern Illinois University’s stadium court and the Sycamore High School courts. In the winter they move indoors at the NIU Field House. Indoor season fees apply.

For more information, visit the Kishwaukee Kiwanis website at www.kishkiwanis.org.

ater used the grant to send its full-time staff to the League of Historic American Theatre’s Annual Conference, July 10-13, in Cleveland, Ohio. The conference provided a multitude Community Foundation of educational sessions and historic thehiring new grants director ater tours, as well as networking. Kishwaukee Kiwanis to host SYCAMORE – The DeKalb County Egyptian Theatre Executive Director Community Foundation is seeking a new Corn Fest Prayer Breakfast Alex Nerad and Marketing and Communifull-time grants director. DeKALB – The Kishwaukee Kiwanis cations Director Jeanine Holcomb were Applications will be open through 5 Club will host its second annual Corn Fest p.m. Monday, Aug. 15. No phone inquiries chosen to present on the Give DeKalb Prayer Breakfast from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. County fundraising efforts at the conferThursday, Aug. 25, at Faranda’s Banquet will be accepted. The DeKalb County Community Founda- ence. Nerad and Holcomb educated Center, 302 Grove St., DeKalb. attendees on the ability to use tools like tion manages more than $60 million in The event will feature a panel discusFacebook Live to bring awareness and sion with a question-and-answer segment. charitable assets and distributes more fundraise for the theater and performing Proceeds will go to community-wide proj- than $3.5 million a year in grants and arts spaces. scholarships. The foundation employs eight ects focused on the needs of children. Because of the impact the COVID-19 full-time and four part-time staff, and is The breakfast buffet will include pandemic had on the Egyptian Theatre governed by 18 volunteer board members. scrambled eggs, french toast, sausage and the arts community, the grant has To view the job description, list of links, bacon, hash browns, fresh fruit, benefits and application process, visit proven to be helpful, according to the pastries, juice and coffee. dekalbccf.org. release. The staff is excited to implement Tickets cost $15 and are available at new ideas and best practices learned at www.lincolninntogo.com or at the LinEgyptian Theatre receives the conference to continue the progress coln Inn, 302 Grove St., DeKalb. at the Egyptian. Kishwaukee Kiwanis supports various microgrant from DCNP The Egyptian Theatre, located at 135 organizations and projects in the DeKalb DeKALB – The Egyptian Theatre area and globally through Kiwanis Interna- recently received a grant for professional N. Second St. in DeKalb, is owned and operated by Preservation of Egyptian tionals Kiwanis Children’s Foundation. Kish- development from the DeKalb County Theatre Inc. a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organiwaukee Kiwanis meets the second, third, Nonprofit Partnership’s Professional zation. fourth and occasional fifth Wednesday of Development MicroGrant Program. every month at Faranda’s Banquet Center. According to a news release, the the– Shaw Local News Network

Prepare for power outages today

PRO SOUND productions Established in 1992

WITH A HOME STANDBY GENERATOR

$0 MONEY DOWN + LOW MONTHLY PAYMENT OPTIONS Contact a Generac dealer for full terms and conditions

REQUEST A FREE QUOTE CALL NOW BEFORE THE NEXT POWER OUTAGE

(844) 377-3452

FREE

7-Year Extended Warranty* – A $695 Value! *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.

FUNDRAISER CANCELLED? WEDDING POSTPONED?

CALL US FOR ALL OF YOUR RESCHEDULED EVENT DATES! Professional on-air radio personality providing quality music for your event! • Wedding DJ • Corporate Functions per hour. • Event Coordinating & Consulting SM-CL2002423

CONTACT SHAWN LOWE Corporate 815.540.6173 Functions Slowe1988@gmail.com

13 MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

Local club sets free tennis tournament in Sycamore

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

NIU STEM Café explores stargazing, telescopes Shaw Local News Network Images from NASA’s Webb Space Telescope have captured the world’s attention. At the next Northern Illinois University STEM Café, the public will get a chance to learn more about the telescope and these spectacular images, as well as simulations of the universe, the logistics of space travel and stargazing. The STEM Café will take place – rain or shine – at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, at Open Range Southwest Grill, 1 Golfview Lane, in Sugar Grove. It is free and open to the public, with food and drink available for purchase from Open Range. Food will be available starting at 6:30 p.m., the speakers will begin at 7 p.m., and then after nightfall the group will head outside to observe the night sky with telescopes or the naked eye. The annual Perseid Meteor Shower will be nearing its peak, presenting the opportunity to see up to 100 meteors (a.k.a. shooting stars) per hour. In spite of the bright full moon, which will dim the meteors just a bit, the Perseids still provide one of the best meteor views of the year. Featured speakers include: • Eve Kovacs, Ph.D., physicist at Argonne National Laboratory, will talk about simulations of the universe. • Joel Knapper, NASA solar system ambassador, will discuss NASA’s Webb Space Telescope. • John Shelton, Ph.D., NIU assistant professor of mechanical engineering, will talk about nanoparticle thermal energy storage – and how this technology might be the key to extended space travel. • Jeremy Benson, NIU STEAM educator, will

Photo provided by Northern Illinois University

This image from NASA shows the edge of a nearby, young, star-forming region called NGC 3324 in the Carina Nebula. It was captured in infrared light by NASA’s new James Webb Space Telescope. NASA Solar System Ambassador Joel Knapper will discuss this and other images from the Webb Space Telescope at the next Northern Illinois University STEM Cafe. introduce the Perseids and explain what to watch for in the night sky. Learn more or register for this free event at go. niu.edu/stemcafe. Northern Illinois University STEM Cafés are part of NIU STEAM and are designed to increase public

awareness of the critical role that STEM fields play in our everyday lives. STEM Cafés are supported by Bayer Fund and Thermo Fisher Scientific. For more information, visit go.niu.edu/stemcafes or contact Judith Dymond, Ed.D., at 815-753-4751 or jdymond@niu.edu.

You can win if you want... Puedes ganar si quieres... After-hours Concert: Jersey Brothers

E-cigarettes contain nicotine and other harmful substances. Don’t let the tempting flavors of vaping “win” you over. Los cigarillos electónicos contienen nicotina y otras sustancias dañinas. No dejes que los tentadores sabores del vapeo te “conquisten”. My Life, My Quit™ is the free and confidential way to quit smoking or vaping. Text "Start My Quit" to 36072 to chat with a Coach. My Life, My Quit™ es la forma gratuita y confidencial de dejar de fumar o vapear. Envía un mensaje de texto con “Start My Quit” al 36072 para chatear con un Entrenador. This message was funded by the Illinois Department of Public Health through funds received from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Este mensaje fue financiado por el Departamento de Salud Pública de Illinois a través de fondos recibicos de los Centros para ek Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC).

SM-CL2004385

Saturday, August 13th @ 6:30 p.m. Main Lobby, all ages

The library is delighted to host the Jersey Brothers in an after-hours holiday concert! Seasoned performers Norm and Randy Murray play the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the library’s main lobby. More info? Contact samanthah@dkpl.org or ext. 1701. 309 OAK STREET, DEKALB IL

DKPL.ORG

(815) 756-9568

Lifetime Warranty • Professionally Trained Installers “Not only do we stand behind our windows, we stand on them!” Local Owner Scott Williamson

FINANCING OP

TIONS AVAILABLE*

Se Habla Español

Call Today For Your FREE ESTIMATE 815-395-1333 or Toll Free 866-449-1333 6010 Forest Hills Road, Rockford, IL

America’s Largest Home Improvement Company

www.windowworldrockford.com Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm, Sat 9 am - Noon

• Locally Owned & Operated • Professional & Insured Crews • True Lifetime Warranties, Guaranteed Forever! • Serving Northern Illinois for more than 15 years

*PLEASE SEE A TEAM MEMBER OR OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

WINDOWS INCL. EGRESS – SIDING – DOORS

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

Bank names Centennial Service Award recipients Shaw Local News Network DeKALB – Resource Bank awarded its 2022 Centennial Service Award to 10 DeKalb County high school graduates. The scholarship recipients are selected based on a commitment to their communities through participation in volunteer and civic activities during high school. Resource Bank has awarded each of the students $1,000 toward their continued education. The 10 students, chosen from more than 60 applicants, awarded this year are: • Trevor Blanken, Sycamore High School, earned the rank of Eagle Scout by building clothing racks and a bulletin board for the Spartan Food Pantry. He also volunteered with Feed My Starving Children, participated in “Camping for Cans”, where he spent 24 hours camping outside to collect canned goods for local food pantries, and he participates in a cemetery clean-up at Joiner Cemetery every year on Memorial Day. • Michael Steimel, DeKalb High School, was an active member of FFA, organizing and operating the FFA Petting Zoo each year for grade school students. He was a part of Ag in the Classroom, helping to prepare activity kits, learning the lessons, and going to local grade schools to teach lessons about agriculture. He also helped with the Northern Illinois STEM Fest, running a booth on agricultural activities, and assisted with the DeKalb Township Paper Drive. • Madison Ost, Rochelle Township High School, served as representative, secretary, vice president and president in Key Club, participated in student council, and was both a member and secretary of the National Honor Society. She is a Silver Service volunteer, having more than 530 volunteer hours at more than 18 events. • Chloe Harbecke, Sycamore High School, served as a Sycamore Public Library volunteer, was a part of the Sycamore Public Library Advisory Group, was secretary of the National Honor Society, has been involved as a children’s church volunteer, and participated in the Crossview High School Youth Group. • Luke Leifheit, Hinckley-Big Rock High School, earned the rank of Eagle Scout, building a “gaga” ball pit for the Immanuel Lutheran Church’s youth group. He participated in “Ski for Sight,” a fundraiser for the visually impaired, volunteered during the Plowman’s Park Easter Egg Hunt, and assisted with an event to benefit the Big Rock Park District. He also helped clean up of Plowman’s Park and assisted in the Eagle Scout projects of

Photo provided by Resource Bank

Recipients of Resource Bank’s 2022 Centennial Service Award are (top row, from left): Trevor Blanken, Rylie Merkel, Riley Flanagan, Sydney Kuhn, Susana Martin (bottom row) Michael Steimel, Madison Ost, Luke Leifheit, Chloe Harbecke and Ava Polz. two fellow Boy Scouts. • Susana Martin, Sycamore High School, created a charity called Halloween Costume Club, where she collected and donated used costumes to children in need in her community. She also was involved in Youth Engaged in Philanthropy, participated as a middle school math tutor, helped pack food boxes with DeKalb County Community Gardens, and volunteered with Feed My Starving Children. • Rylie Merkel, Somonauk High School, served as a helper for both Sunday school and vacation Bible school at her church, was a youth representative for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in the America Synod Assembly, was on the call committee at St. John’s Lutheran Church, was a part of the Homeless Ministry Team, and participated in the Growing Hope Food Fair Festival, which benefits the fight against hunger throughout the world. • Sydney Kuhn, Sycamore High School, served as Key Club Lieutenant Governor, was a National Honor Society tutor, volunteered weekly with the Northern Illinois Food Bank, prepared and donated meals to Hope Haven on numerous occasions, and participated in “Awareness Night,” raising awareness for homelessness and collected canned goods and coats for community members in need. • Riley Flanagan, Rochelle Township High School, participated in Reaching Out to Christ’s Kids Ministries, was a member of Key Club, was editor-inchief of the yearbook, served as student council vice president, was involved with National Honor Society, and volunteered as Rochelle Township High School Library Media Center monitor.

• Ava Polz, Sycamore High School, was a member of Key Club, organized the St. Mary’s Confirmation retreat as part of the St. Mary’s Ministry Team, served as membership chair and donor relations chair of Youth Engaged in

Philanthropy, and connected with potential donors for fundraising events. For more information on Resource Bank, or the scholarship, call 815-7566321, or visit ResourceBank.com.

Sycamore

Since 1991 23 years business

Country Store & Catering

Sycamore’s Butcher Shop That Cooks!!!

WE CARRY STRICTLY AMISH CHICKEN!

From our Whole or cut up Chickens to our (no seasoned/plain 7oz Chicken Breasts and Seasoned Chicken Sticks.

All In-House, All Natural, Free Range, Hormone Free.

No Gas Needed!

BOOKING NOW FOR 2022 EVENTS WEDDINGS, COMPANY PICNICS, REUNIONS & OTHER EVENTS

815-899-BEEF (2333)

815-899-BEEF 456 North Main Street • (2333) Sycamore, IL

456 North Main Street • Sycamore, IL HOURS: Tue.- Fri. 10AM - 7PM · Sat. 10AM - 4PM www.countrystorecatering.com www.countrystorecatering.com HOURS: Mon–Fri: 10am–7pm Sat: 11am–3pm

SM-CL2002371

By MEGANN HORSTEAD

mhorstead@shawmedia.com DeKALB – DeKalb city leaders joined representatives from the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and “>ComEd on Aug. 2 to celebrate the latest round of funding for community infrastructure projects that promote public safety and health. Through the Powering Safe Communities program, which awards grants to communities to help launch projects across the northern Illinois region, ComEd officials say they hope to provide the seed that enables initiatives to grow. “It’s about innovation, it’s about impact and it’s about the future,” said Keisha Parker, vice president of external affairs for ComEd. “These grants are going to help seed investment community-driven projects with an eye toward safety and innovation. These were competitive grants that are really going to help serve the municipalities as they understand what the local issues are. And they can implement new initiatives to keep residents safe.” ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus intend to award 21 community grants totaling $171,000 as part of its 2022 funding cycle.

Megann Horstead - mhorstead@shawmedia.com

Keisha Parker, vice president of external affairs at ComEd, gives remarks during an Aug. 2 press conference. The event also featured a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of an electric vehicle charging station in the city’s downtown. The Powering Safe Communities program has been around since 2015 and awarded an estimated $1.7 million in funding, to date. The grants can be used to help pay for a variety of projects varying from fleet electrification initiatives and EV

charging stations to solar-powered pedestrian safety pilots. As a past recipient of a Powering Safe Communities grant, DeKalb city leaders used the event to celebrate the completion of a new electric vehicle charging station nestled in the city’s

downtown at Van Buer Plaza. DeKalb Mayor Cohen Barnes said the initiative speaks volumes to the community’s desire to buck trends and set new ones. “Bringing this charging station here I think is another indication of the forward-thinking of our community,” Barnes said. “We – with a major university here – have a long history of innovation, have a long history of looking into our crystal ball and looking into the future and figuring out where the needs are going to be and making sure we’re able to provide that with our community.” The city manages a network of two electric vehicle charging stations, officials said. It remains unclear how many more of them are privately run. Barnes said the electric vehicle charging system has been nothing but a source of positivity for the local economy. He said he himself owns an electric vehicle and has spent time traveling to communities and topping off a charge. “When you think about EV and charging stations, this is obviously the wave of the future,” Barnes said. From an economic development standpoint even, EVs are a great way for people to be able to come and see our community, to be able to experience it.”

Opportunities for any situation. Exceptional education for every student.

Start your journey today. kish.edu/register

17 MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

DeKalb officials tout Powering Safe Communities Grant

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

FUMC BREAKS GROUND New church to be built on North Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb By MEGANN HORSTEAD

mhorstead@shawmedia.com DeKALB – The leadership at First United Methodist Church in DeKalb says that breaking ground on a new church after almost 20 years of planning, location searching, architectural drawings and fundraising has been a testament to the congregation’s faith and generosity. Church leaders hosted a groundbreaking ceremony July 24 to celebrate the start of construction with city officials, congregants and members of the public. The new building has a projected $4.8 million price tag, project leaders said. The Rev. Senior Pastor Jonathan Crail said the congregation is excited about the plan to build a new church building on North Annie Glidden Road off Rosenow Way. “We feel like we’re breaking new ground in opportunities for mission and ministry for our congregation,” Crail said. “This is not just putting

to DeKalb and the wider world.” At 12,366 square feet spanning more than 15 acres, the new church building will have a sanctuary capable of seating 240 people and another 130 in the overflow into the narthex. John Ward, co-chairman for the church’s building coordinating team, said the new structure will be one level and easily accessible by all. The congregation has a home at its current location at 317 N. Fourth St. where it’s been since 1909, but church leaders had a building study conducted nearly 20 years ago, only to determine that they would prefer a new location. Crail said study findings showed some structural and long-term maintenance issues in the Fourth Street buildPhoto provided by First United Methodist Church ing. That compounded with a desire to First United Methodist Church leaders in DeKalb hosted a groundbreaking ceremony July 24 downsize led to the new location. to celebrate the start of construction on a new location on North Annie Glidden Road with “As we know with individual famicity officials, congregants and members of the public. lies as you grow older, you need to downsize,” Crail said. “The reality is together a new facility for the church, revitalization. So, it’s not just about us our congregation is not as large as it but it’s really a new opportunity to and our congregation having a place to was 30 or 40 years ago. The current engage with the community, to be in a worship and do our activities, it’s See FUMC, page 20 neighborhood that is in the process of really about how can we be a blessing

1815 RAINTREE COURT, SYCAMORE • OFFERED AT $135,000 IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY AND VALUE PRICED!

2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | Neutral color scheme | Wood laminate flooring 18X10 upper-level balcony | Clubhouse privileges, in-ground pool Tennis and basketball courts | Snow removal and lawn care included Your Director of Real Estate Services

Kelly Miller

815.757.0123 SRS, ABR, GRI, Certified New Home & Relocation Specialist

Kelly@KellyMillerTeam.com www.KellyMillerTeam.com SM-CL2000419

This project was made possible by funds received from the Illinois Department of Public Health.

19 MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

• FUMC

From page 18 structure we have is really too big. There’s a lot of hallways, stairways and empty space that’s really not well used and yet we still have to pay for all of the utilities and upkeep of those spaces that are not easily used.” Crail said that it will be much more cost-effective to build a new church. Plans to construct the new place of worship in the city’s Annie Glidden North neighborhood will help ensure that the church can carry out its mission for years to come. First United Methodist Church has a long history of worship and outreach to the DeKalb community. Sherry Uhrich, co-chairman for the church’s building coordinating team, said the new location is a win-win for the community and church alike. “Moving to the area we’re moving is going to help us to build some of our outreach,” Uhrich said. “I actually also am the youth missions coordinator, and I take junior high/high school kids to do mission work every year. So, we’re hoping to help do some outreach within the Edens Gardens area and the area around the high school to maybe bring some more kids into our youth group and do some of those activities and help us with missions and outreach as well.” But Uhrich said there was a point in time where members of the congregation didn’t financially think the new building could be a reality. At the same time, she said members of the church were opposed to turning to a mortgage to finance the build. “It was really an all or nothing,” she said. “If we wouldn’t have raised the funds, we would’ve had to

Photo provided by City of DeKalb

Concept plans for DeKalb’s First United Methodist Church’s new church building on North Annie Glidden Road were approved by the DeKalb City Council in February. This rendering was published by the city at the time. delay the build until we could get those additional funds because everybody pretty much said, ‘nope, no mortgage.’ It’s something that we’re really proud of that we’re going to be able to do this at this point in time and pay cash for the build. We had purchased the 15 acres a couple years ago, so that was already done and paid for. So, the land was there for us available for us when we were ready to begin the build.” Plans for the new building underwent some revisions to bring the project costs in line with the church’s budget. With the state of the economy, church leaders had to be mindful of supply shortages when planning for the church’s construction, which Crail said were addressed over several weeks by picking a contractor to begin the work of adjusting the plans and applying cost-cutting measures.

“That brought down the cost of the project, and then we went back to some of our primary givers, and said, ‘Here are the numbers, and here’s what we have, and here’s the gap.’ ” Crail said. “Amazingly, even though I had thought we had tapped out our resources in our first campaign, again, people really stepped up and said, ‘We want to make this happen. We’ll come up with the money and cover that gap.’ So, we were just amazed by their generosity, by the generosity of the whole congregation.” Ward said the groundbreaking ceremony ultimately proved to be a positive experience. “In a crazy day in time in our history with all these things going on in our world – politically, economically, and wars and everything else taking place – we [were] able to move forward and build ourselves a new church,” Ward said.

Dr. Z has been in the area for 29 years 15 Minutes West of Somonauk SM-CL1961982 SM-CL2002074

WWW.TRICOUNTYVETERINARY.COM

BRIEFS This after-hours event is free and open to all. No registration is required. GENOA – Genoa-Kingston United Way Doors open at 6 p.m. and music will and Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee begin at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact SamanHospital, in partnership with community tha at samanthah@dkpl.org or 815-756members, recently donated toiletry items 9568, ext. 1701. to Genoa Food Hub. The items donated are often requested by clients of the food hub and Gavin Coyle Band to perform will be distributed to those in need. in Hinckley Aug. 25 Genoa Food Hub is a food pantry that HINCKLEY – The Gavin Coyle Band supplies food and toiletries for will perform at a concert at 6:30 p.m. Genoa-Kingston residents and is open to Thursday, Aug. 25, on the lawn of the all areas of DeKalb County. Hinckley Community Building, 100 N. If you are interested in making a Maple St. donation, visit gkunitedway.com. Gavin Coyle is an award-winning artist from Northern Ireland who combines Jersey Brothers to play traditional Irish music with pop and folk. Coyle’s music has been heard on radio, concert at DeKalb Library TV, and performed in front of audiences DeKALB – The Jersey Brothers will in the Chicago area. perform music from Frankie Valli and The concert is free and open to the The Four Seasons and their contemporaries at an after-hours concert at the public. Attendees are advised to bring their own lawn chairs. DeKalb Public Library on Saturday, The performance, sponsored by the Aug. 13. Seasoned performers Norm and Randy Hinckley Historical Society, is the second in a concert series designed to encourMurray have appeared on the same bill as The Four Seasons, Johnny Rivers, Jerry age youth to play musical instruments Lee Lewis, The Diamonds and Bill Haley’s and learn to enjoy music. Comets. – Shaw Local News Network

OPENED IN 1988 - THE REVIEWS FROM OUR FAMILY OF CUSTOMERS WILL STEER YOU IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION!!

216 S. First Street, Dekalb, IL 60115 M-F 8-8 • Sat. 9-5

WE CAN NOW RENEW YOUR PLATES!

815-756-9500 SHOP 24/7 AT

View Our Cars 24/7 • Up To 30 Pictures

CARS 17 HONDA ACCORD TOURING 2017 INFINITY Q50 2.0 TURBO #12849, 88K, V6 Power, Sunroof, #12854 60K AWD, Sunroof, Heated Navigation, Premium Sound, Heated Leather Seats, Premium Sound, Leather, Adaptive Cruise Control, Loaded Navigation, One Owner & More $23,995* $24,995*

SELECT IMPORT LOT 21 SUBARU OUTBACK PREMIUM #12892, 17K, AWD, Heated Front Seats, Power Seat Driver, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assistant, Fog Lamps $33,995*

16 TOYOTA RAV4 SE 4WD #12795, 18K, Power Sunroof, Navigation, Heated Leather, Aluminum Wheels, Running Boards, Keyless Start, Back-Up Camera & More $29,995*

19 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT #12877 51K, 3rd Row Seating, Back Up Camera, Rear Sliding Doors, Full Stow & Go, Aluminum Wheels, Bluetooth $27,995* 19 JEEP CHEROKEE TRAILHAWK #12834, 25K, Sunroof, Navigation, Blind Spot Monitor, Back Up Camera, V6 Power, and More! $32,995*

19 HONDA CRV EX #12893, 43K, Heated Seats, Power Sunroof, Back Up Camera, Aluminum Wheels, Lane Departure, Collision Alert, Power Seat Driver $31,995* 21 SUBARU OUTBACK PREMIUM #12892, 17K AWD, Power Seat, Heated Front Seats, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Fog Lamps, Alloy Wheels $33,995*

29.95

Includes up to 5 quarts conventional 5w30 or 5w20 oil. Plus air tires & top off fluids.

*Some filters extra. Please call for an appointment. Expires 8/31/2022

TRANSMISSION SERVICE SPECIAL*

129.95

HOURS Monday: Closed Tuesday – Sunday: 7am – 3pm

Lincoln Inn at Faranda's 302 Grove St., DeKalb, IL • 815.756.2345 www.farandas.com

19 TOYOTA AVALON XSE #12878, 32K, Sunroof, Heated Leather, Premium Sound, Collision Alert, Blind Spot Monitor, Rear A/C & More! $35,995*

TRUCKS, VANS & SUV’S

LUBE, OIL & FILTER

Come dine safely with us in our dining room!

2015 CHEVY CRUZE LT #12859, 81k, Aluminum wheels, cruise control, fog lamps, smart device integration, keyless entry $14,995*

Includes New Filter, Gasket, and Transmisson Fluid

*Most Vehicles. Must present coupon. Expires 8/31/2022

19 TOYOTA TACOMA SPORT #12891, 41K, Navigation, Running Boards, Driver Confidence Package, Back Up Camera, Aluminum Wheels $39,995* 19 BUICK ENCLAVE ESSENCE #12863 35k, 3rd Row Seat, Sunroof, Heated Leather, Premium Sound, Back Up Camera, Remote Start $37,995*

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECK

44.95

INSPECT: Wipers, Brakes, Exhaust, Belts & Hoses, Battery, Axle Boots, Steering, Suspension, Tires, Fluid Levels

Must present coupon. Expires 8/31/2022

TIRE ROTATION, WHEEL BALANCING & BRAKE INSPECTION FOR

49.95

Must present coupon. Expires 8/31/2022

WE OFFER CONTACTLESS DROP OFF The Little Store with Low Overhead and Low Prices!

WE BUY USED CARS

815-739-1983 DAN

Se Habla Español 312-730-3607 RUBEN

*Add tax, title, lic. and $168.48 doc. fee. Offer good 4 business days from date of publication. Dealer not responsible for printed errors.

21 MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

G-K United Way donates toiletries to Genoa Food Hub

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

AMUSEMENTS

SUDOKU AND SUPER CROSSWORD ANSWERS ON PAGE 2

Turning Back Time Show revs up in Sycamore

23 MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

Mark Busch photos - mbusch@shawmedia.com

Throngs of car enthusiasts descended on downtown Sycamore on Sunday, July 31, for the 22nd annual Fizz Ehrler Turning Back Time Car Show. This year’s event had about 160 pre-registrants, but organizers say more signed up on the day of the show. Setting the scene from one block to another was everything from hot rods and muscle cars to motorcycles. ABOVE: Mark Anning of Tonica shines the lights and grill of his 1959 Chevy Apache truck. RIGHT: Beau Willrett, 1, of Malta gets a lift from his aunt Heidi Carlson of Sycamore as they check out one of the cars on State Street.

New friends are waiting to play! Our staff will make sure your dog gets everything they need throughout the day! Vi Huckl eberry sit sP to enr oll yo etParlor.co ur poo m ch tod ay!

423 N MAIN ST. SYCAMORE IL PH. (815) 899 - 3455 | FAX (815) 899 - 7949 SM-CL2002429

SM-CL2002379

Agencies celebrate National Night Out

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

Mark Busch photos - mbusch@shawmedia.com

The DeKalb Police Department, along with other DeKalb County agencies, took part in National Night Out on Aug. 2 in the Walmart parking lot on Sycamore Road in DeKalb. CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: DeKalb Police Chief David Byrd (front) and Northern Illinois Police Chief Darren Mitchell greet visitors during the event. City of DeKalb Police Officer Allie Remnes splashes down in the dunk tank. Isaac Schaeffer, 2, and his sister Molly, 4, of Sycamore greet puppies at the Tails Humane Society booth.

Fri 8/12 Sat 8/13

Sun 8/14 Mon 8/15

Tues 8/16 Wed 8/17 Thurs 8/18

Bullet Train (R) All Seats $7

12:10, 3:10, 6:10, 9:10

12:10, 3:10, 6:10

3:10, 6:10

DC League of Super-Pets (PG) All Seats $7

12:45, 3:00, 5:45, 8:00

12:45, 3:00, 5:45

3:30, 5:45

Where the Crawdads Sing (PG-13) All Seats $7

12:40, 3:15, 5:50, 8:30

12:40, 3:15, 5:50

3:20, 6:10

Faster Financing

to Get the Deal Done

Times and Movies subject to change

Sycamorestatetheater.com • 815-991-5112

THE VILLAGE Restaurant

Located at 418 W. State st in Sycamore, we are a family owned restaurant that specializes in authentic Greek Food. Come in and see us or try us to go with pickup and delivery. We hope you will enjoy the foods we grew up on! Mon Closed

Commercial Real Estate Financing Our experienced lenders are part of the commercial real estate community and know the current environment, which means ﬁnancing faster so you can get the deal done.

Tue Closed

Wed 11:00 am – 08:00 pm

Thu 11:00 am – 08:00 pm

Fri 11:00 am – 09:00 pm

Sat 11:00 am – 09:00 pm

Sun 11:00 am – 08:00 pm

Call us now at 815-991-5042

888-897-2276

hbtbank.com SM-CL2001369

To place an ad

833-584-NEWS (6397)

classified@shawsuburban.com

HIT & MISS GAS ENGINE AUCTION ONLINE PUBLIC AUCTION ending on Thursday September 1, 2022 @ 6:00 pm. (soft close)

ESTATE AUCTION 3392 Mittan Rd.

Paw Paw, IL 61353

AUCTION WILL FEATURE: The entire Engine collection of Wilbur Brass from Monroe Center IL and others, approximately 60 variety of engines, most complete & on carts, (2) Jacob Haisch carts, some parts, collectable paper ext. Various sizes up to 15HP, includes brand names like, Sandwich, Sta-Rite, Boiler City on 21' tandem axle show trailer, Fairbanks, Fuller Johnson, Stover, IH, McCormick, Witte, Ottawa, Economy, & others. John Deere Model AR W.F, Un-styled tractor complete & Rare David Bradley. OTHER related collectable and USEFUL items TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION. Watch catalog periodically for new entries and favorable changes.

Directions: West of Shabbona, IL. On Rt. 30, 5 miles to Johnson Rd., then south 1 mile to Mittan Rd., then west 1/4 mile to Sale Site. Watch for Signs

SEE CATALOG Sale opening Monday, August 15th 2022, Locate GAS ENGINE AUCTION Tab, for PHOTOS & DESCRIPTION. Get REGISTERED & START BIDDING @ go2wegenerauctions.com

*** Online internet bidding beginning at 12:00 PM *** (Tractors & Equipment)

Preview DATE: Friday, August 25th 2022 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. CALL auctioneer FOR MORE DETAILS ON ANY ITEM & MORE PHOTOS IF NECESSARY

Pick up days following the auction close will be on Friday Sept 2nd 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm and Saturday Sept 1st from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, Pick up will be located @ 3388 Lee Road, Lee IL 60530. PICKUP requires a sign up which is found @ go2wegenerauctions.com. If not able to pick up your items on the allotted days, please make other arrangements with the auctioneers prior to sale. See auction “Detail Tab” by going to website after you register for this auction to review the terms & condition & rules on shipping, preview, pickup dates & location. Please feel free to contact us if you have any problems signing in for this sale, or on how to use the sign up for pickup, preview or general assistance. 13% buyer's premium charge INCLUDES credit cards fees on all items. AUCTIONEERS: Chris Wegener, Sandwich IL. 815-451-2820 & Joel Prestegaard, Lee, IL 815-761-7426 See photos & information @ go2wegenerauction.com

PUBLIC AUCTION of REAL ESTATE & GROUNDS SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2022

38 COY PARK DRIVE, COY PARK SUBDIVISON, NEWARK IL 60541 Starting @ 9:30 am: contents of the home

Take IL Rt 71 to Chicago Road, then go west to Meadow Ln. then to Coy Park Dr. (Watch for signs) Real Estate Auction @ 11:00 am. SAME DAY, this residential wooded lot is improved with a well-maintained two-story home approximately 1,975 square feet, 3/4 bedrooms with three fully fixtured baths, mature landscaping. For more details, photos & terms of real estate go2wegenerauctions.com. Inspection of the property is by appointment only, contact auctioneer, Atty representing the seller Gregg Ingemunson, Yorkville IL 630-553-5622

AUTOMOBILE - JOHN DEERE LAWN TRACTOR - GUNS - FISHING - TOOLS HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE & FURNISHINGS - SMALL COLLECTIBLE & ANTIQUE ITEMS 2018 Ford Platinum Expedition, one owner, 36,320 miles, dual sunroof, leather interior black & tan, 2012 EZ Trak Z425 Heavy frame 48” deck, front weights w Rear bagger, 2021 Pride Elite ES Electric scooter, brand name hand & cordless electric power tools brands like Milwaukee, Porter Cable, DeWalt, Stihl FSA 56 & BGA 56 cordless weed eater & blower, Coleman Black Magic 60 gal upright air compressor, Anvil w chuck, B/D Bench grinder, wrenches, battery chargers, rotor zip, Saw Zall, Impact, pneumatic, tool boxes, many related useful items, antique tools, pulley, boot jac, cast iron John Deere tractor seat and other John Deere collectible items, inc. (2) shop JD stools, toys, lantern, lunch box plates, lupe cans, etc. Appliances inc. Westinghouse Chest type freezer, Roper upright refrigerator, Exceptional line of household furniture & decorative home furnishings inc; Grandfather Clock Crafted by Larry Lawson, Lazy boy Leather recliners, Walnut corner cabinet & other lighted cabinets, Rd 44” oak pedestal table, Maple dry sink, tea cart & chair with stenciling, desk w leather rollway chairs maple China cabinet, matching leather love seat recliners, (2) tiffany style panel floor lamps, living room tables, (2) 3/4 pc bedroom sets, upholstery davenports swivel chairs etc. Framed pictures & prints, crafted salesmen sample of winding stair case of lg paper weight collection, collectible glassware, HP dishes, vases, bowls & plates (5) Ertl Barn collectible figurines cast statues “last Creek Crossing” by Marc Pierce 38” tall, (2) 50” cowboy statues, Philco Radio cassette player on stand, Framed Russell print & Signed John Deere numbered print model D, sm. household electrical appliances cookware, crock bowls incs. Roseville & others, Fire king mixing bowls & serving pieces everyday dishes, Longaberger baskets, 1874 Grundy County Plat book & 1941 Kendal County plat book, (2) Planters peanut Jars, older local area advertising items, collectible items include lighters, pens, Horner harps, caterpillar watch fob & others, pipe collection, sterling, men's 12K & 14K rings, Belt buckles, sm vintage accordion, FOLLOWING THE SALE OF THE REAL ESTATE @ 11:00 am, Outdoor Fishing & Hunting Guns inc; Remington Model 870 wing master 410-, 20- & 12-gauge, Winchester Model 12 ,16-gauge, Remington model 1100 sporting 28, 28-gauge semi auto, Remington model 700 30-06 w scope, Remington model 700 .223 cal. w Bushnell scope bolt action, Henry 17 gauge, .17 HMR lever action, Ithaca Feather light model 37 12-gauge, Springfield Arms model 15 .22 bolt action, Western Field Model XNH 480-H 410 full choke pump, Cannon Scout 6'x3' gun safe, Several some vintage brand name Fishing rods & fishing reels bait casters etc. lures, pocket knife collection, Yetti Dekalb Ag & electric cooler, Yard ornaments (2) Gnomes, decorative yard windmill, patio furniture, exterior iron Deer Clock, metal signs, Charbroil gas grille stainless steel VG, (3) 8' sections alum exterior ramp with hand rails, iron implement seat on cast iron stand. MANY OTHER USEFUL ITEMS TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION. Expect to see quality & very clean merchandise! Terms: Cash or good check, most credit cards acceptable, Master Card / Visa. Proper photo ID required for registration. No property removed until settled for. Not responsible for items or accidents. All items sold to the best & highest bidder. NO BUYERS PREMIUM. LIVE AUCTION ONLY. Must be present to bid. MUST HAVE FOID CARD TO PURCHASE GUNS, guns will be held & paper processed by Rick Winninger an authorized gun dealer for a per buyer fee of $25.00.

JAMES “JIM” IVERSON, ESTATE

Auctioneers: Chris Wegener Sandwich IL 815-451-2820 & Mike Espe Elburn IL 630-669-2667 see photos @ Go2wegenerauctions.com

Saturday August 20, 2022 9:00 AM

Lunch Available

Tractors & Equipment

1970 JD 4020, 2WD, diesel, 5781 hrs., WF, power shift, 2 hyd., 540/1000 pto, side console, quick hitch, wheel wts., 18.4R-34, S/N 240514, owned by the same family; 1970 JD 4020, 2WD, diesel, 5951 hrs., WF, Syncro range, 2 hyd., 540/1000 pto, side console, quick hitch, wheel wts., 18.4R-38, year round cab, QT-1, heat, newer injectors & clutch, S/N 240439, one owner; 18.4-38 clamp on duals, sold separate; JD 720 Loader w/ brackets, 7' bucket, one owner; 1998 JD 455 diesel Lawn Mower, 1354 hrs., 60” deck, one owner; MM KA Series disk, 14', 7.5 spacing; 11 shank chisel plow; JD RG4, 4 row cultivator, rolling shields; Servis 3pt mower, 6'; (2) JD Rotary hoe, 13', Cultipackers, 8', 6 1/2', (3) 4 1/2'; (7) 5 1/2' drag sections; 17' & 23' drag eveners; (2) 7' x 14' Hayracks; (2) JD 4020 front weights; (6) MM wheel weights; (2) Case weights; plus others; older JD planter metal fert. boxes, Superior feed cart; Garden King 5hp. rototiller; JD black hyd. cylinder; JD 4020 fuel filter; Implement parts; Brinky yard cart.

Shop Equipment & Tools

Continental 30-ton press; Continental 3-ton cherry picker; Snap-on rolling toolbox; Forney Model C-6, 180 amp welder; Super Pal 1 hp air compressor; Schumacher SE-1275A battery charger; Anvil w/ stand; dolly cart; Homelite XL chain saw; gear pullers; large selection of Snap-On, Craftsman & other hand tools; power tools; JD 3/8 - 13/16 wrenches; oil & lubricants.

Antiques- Collectibles - Misc.

Large glass display case; hand truck cart; Oatman & Sturges milk cans; JD, Schwinn, Space Liner bicycles, plus others; Clamshell chairs; Railroad pry bars; Paw Paw Co-Op rain gauge; Harvest King lubricant can; Prestone galvanized antifreeze can; Yardsticks: Orville Englehart JD Farm & Lawn Equipment, Howard McAnly Auctioneer, Chana, IL, Paw Paw Co-Op Grain Company, McCormick/Deering Farm Machines, Forster Implement Co., plus others; Holland & Sons Inc. ice scraper; JD rain gauge; Garst magnetic sign; No. 999 race car picture w/frame; Baseball's All-Time Greats Babe Ruth baseball card; Blue Ribbon Brand, Buckeye Pottery 20-gal crock; yellow pig; Monmouth 20-gal crock; Chester Gaines Paw Paw Schools, wooden box; portable travel bar; (3) MM hyd. fluid cans; MM parking only sign; Mennen's toilet powder metal sign; wooden wash stand w/ Deering advertisement; Eatmore Cranberried wooden box; tractor manuals: MM UB, IH M & MD; repair catalogs: MM UB & UTS; screw jacks; Model T steering wheel; Ford hub cap; Schwann's ice cream tin; wood 7-Up crate; jewelry display case; brass footed spittoon; metal trunk; shoe shine kit; (2) fern stands; chicken coop; chicken feeders; kerosene lanterns; fruit jars; insulators; wood ironing board; check row wire; antique cart w/steel wheels; 1971, 1975 license plates; farm hats; wood pulleys; plus many more items

Truck - Guns - Ammo

1998 Chevy 1500 Silverado pickup truck, 2WD, gas, single cab, 350 eng., 5.7 liter, 140,365 miles; Remington Model 1100, 12ga., shot gun, S/N 436756V; Wards Western Fields Model 87-SB87-TA 22 Rifle; Springfield Model 87A, 22 Rifle; many Winchester AA plus 12 ga. Trap loads; 22 long rifle, ammo; MUST HAVE FOID CARD to purchase Guns & Ammo. $20.00 transfer fee

Steve Haines Estate - Owner 815-901-1135 - Jim

Consignments: 2004 Four Winds Express 31B Camper, 31', 1 slide out, A/C, propane heat, refrigerator, awning; Kew 1502V-66 pressure washer. Consigned by Gary Rauches. JD 1 row Power Corn binder, pto, wagon hitch. Consigned by Chauncey Watson. Knight Feed Wagon, rear unload. Consigned by Jerry Englehart Terms: Cash, check, Visa/MC, 4% convenience fee for credit card use. Number system will be used. Have proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold. Statements made on sale day by auctioneers or owners take precedence over all printed matter. All items are sold as is where is. Auctioneers: Mike Espe 630-669-2667 Joel Prestegaard 815-761-7426 Elburn, IL 60119

630-365-9838

www.espeauctions.com

Don’t need it?

SELL IT!

Call to place a Classified Ad

MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

CLASSIFIED

The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

AT YOUR SERVICE

Call to Advertise 630-802-1868

LAND AUCTION A B S O LU T E AU C T I O N 85.75 AC± | 1 TRACT | DEKALB CO, IL AU C T I O N : L I V E A N D O N L I N E AT R A N C H A N D FA R M AU C T I O N S .CO M

AU C T I O N DAT E : 8 /3 0/2 2 AU C T I O N T I M E : 1 1 : 0 0 A M AU C T I O N LO C AT I O N : I N D I A N OA KS G O L F C LU B 6 03 E . P R E S E RV E R OA D S H A B BO N A , I L 6 0 5 5 0

I N CO O P E R AT I O N W I T H W H I T E TA I L P R O P E R T I E S R E A L E STAT E , L LC M A R K L E O N A R D, AG E N T ( 63 0 ) 74 6 - 8 4 6 8 TO D D H E N RY, AG E N T ( 8 1 5 ) 9 97- 2 2 5 6 R A N C H A N D FA R M A U C T I O N S . C O M

WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC DBA RANCH & FARM AUCTIONS | Debbie S. Laux, Illinois Broker, License # 471.018541 | Joe Gizdic, Director, Ranch & Farm Auctions, 217.299.0332Mark Leonard, Illinois Land Specialist, Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC, 630-746-8468 | Todd Henry, Illinois Land Specialist, Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC, 815-997-2256 | Cody Lowderman, IL Auctioneer, 441.001255

Al's Electric Retired, but not tired.

Licensed. Only 45 years experience.

Just Call Al

630.514.6569

METAL FABRICATION JOBS Multiple positions including Fitter / Welders, Metal Prep (press brake, saw, shear, etc.) and Equipment Maintenance jobs.

Harmony Metal Fabrication, Inc. 148 Industrial Dr, Gilberts, IL 60136

Experience required. Excellent pay and benefits.

Apply in person or by email: harmonymetal@foxvalley.net or call 847-426-8900

LARGE ONLINE ESTATE AUCTION Bidding opens on August 10th at 6pm and ends on Wednesday, August 17th at 6pm:

Large Amount of Tools: Woodworking, Leatherworking, Carving, Engraving, Routers, Drill Press, Band Saw, Dust Collector, Lie-Nielsen Plane, Many Like-New Power Tools & Hand Tools, Stihl Chainsaws, Musical Instruments, Milk Bottles, 16ft. Nova Craft “Tripper” Canoe, Beer Signs, John Deere Goat Wagon, Coin Collection, Cameras, Much More! Pick Up at 1578 4H Rd. Ottawa, IL. Seller: Mikulich Estate: Seneca, IL 61360 & Others 10% BP Bid Here:

www.Dresenauctionservices.hibid.com

8931 Arrowhead Trail – Shabbona, IL Saturday, August 13th 9a-3p CASH ONLY Nice small sale – dining room table & chairs – China cabinet – China – glassware – spoon collection – MCM chairs – lift chair – sofas – love seat- End tables – lamps – cup and saucers – dressers – Cedar chest – twin beds – kitchen table & chairs – and much more!! Pictures at www.estatesales.net Set up and priced by Triple S Sale conducted and run by family You Want It?

We've Got It!

Classified has GREAT VARIETY! 833-584-NEWS MidWeekNews.com

27 MIDWEEK The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022

28 The MidWeek / ShawLocal.com • Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022 MIDWEEK

Health Insurance Special Enrollment Period You may qualify to enroll in health insurance during special enrollment periods if you…

Changed Your Income

Got Married Moved to a New Area

Aged off a Parent’s Plan Gained Citizenship

Lost Coverage

Lost Student Health Insurance

Got Divorced Had a Baby or Adopted

Fell at or Below 150% FLP (Federal Poverty Level)

Health Insurance Marketplace • Special enrollment periods are only effective within 60 days of a qualifying life event • Medicaid enrollment is year round • Immigrant provisions for ages 55+

Healthcare Enrollment Assistance Program Navigator 815-748-2498 • enrollhealth@dekalbcounty.org This Health Enrollment Assistance Program-Navigator (HEAP-N) is supported by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial award funded by CMS/HHS totaling $158,005.00 annually. The contents are those of the DeKalb County Health Department and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

SM-CL1993219