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Lincoln Highway is full of visitors Aug. 26, 2022, for the first night of Corn Fest in DeKalb. Corn Fest will be held Friday through Sunday in downtown DeKalb. Entry is free for all, with family-friendly activities throughout the weekend. See story, page 6.

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U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood named winner of Democracy Award

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U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Sandwich, has been named the 2023 winner of the Congressional Management Foundation’s Democracy Award for Constituent Service, meant to honor Congressional offices for helping constituents to navigate federal agencies, according to a news release.

It is an award bestowed upon Underwood in recognition of her office’s service, responsiveness and accessibility to residents of Illinois’ 14th District.

“I’m so proud of the work we do every day to serve the people of the 14th District, and it’s an honor to be recognized with this award,” Underwood said in a news release. “I want my neighbors to know that we’re here to help you navigate federal programs like Social Security, Medicare, veterans benefits, and so much more. Please don’t hesitate to contact us, and we’ll do our very best to serve you.”

Since the beginning of the year, Underwood’s office has helped return or saved constituents $1,967,168, according

LOCAL NEWS BRIEF

Corn Fest road and parking lot closures begin Aug. 22 in DeKalb DeKALB – The city of DeKalb announced a road and parking lot closures schedule for the upcoming Corn Fest.

Corn Fest will be held Aug. 25 to 27 in downtown DeKalb. Parking lots will close for carnival set-up and tear-down from 6 p.m. Aug. 22 through 7 a.m. Aug. 28.

Vehicles that violate the closures will be be towed. Reminder signs will be posted in advance.

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At the same time, the office has opened 1,118 cases since Jan. 1, and 968 have been resolved.

“As a Democracy Award winner, Rep. Underwood’s office is clearly one of the best in Congress. This designation demonstrates that Rep. Underwood has made a significant commitment to being the best public servant for her constituents in Illinois. Rep. Underwood and her staff are to be congratulated for not only being a model for her colleagues in Congress, but for helping to restore trust and faith that our democratic institutions can work,” Bradford Fitch, CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation, said in the release. Anyone needing assistance with a federal agency can reach out to Underwood’s office at 630-549-2190 or go to underwood. house.gov.

Underwood and her staff are available for appointments, whether it be in-person or virtual, from her offices in Joliet, Sandwich or Washington, D.C. Constituents are encouraged to call her offices and speak with staff that can determine if an appointment is necessary.

The carnival will be held at the Ellwood, Glidden and Haish city lots. The carnival also will take place at the DeKalb Public Library, Finch Funeral Home and Frontier Communications parking lots. The Aug. 24 road closures include:

• Lincoln Highway between First and Fourth streets at 4 p.m.

• Second Street from the railroad tracks to Oak Street at 4 p.m.

• Third Street from the railroad tracks to Oak Street at 4 p.m.

• Locust Street between First and Fourth streets at 4 p.m.

• Palmer Court between Second and Third streets at 10 a.m.

• Embrey Lot at 5 p.m. A limited amount of parking spaces will be open for Barb City Bagels customers.

City lots at Fourth and Grove streets and Second and Grove steets will stay open during Corn Fest. There also is street parking available on Locust Street.

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U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood marches in the annual PrairieFest parade June 18 in downtown Oswego.

NIU Huskie mural completed in DeKalb

DeKALB – A new Huskie mural on the Annie Glidden Road railroad underpass, just south of Lincoln Highway in DeKalb is finished. The mural is a joint project between the city of DeKalb and Northern Illinois University.

Photos by Mark Busch – mbusch@shawmedia.com

A Huskie Line bus drives by part of the new Northern Illinois University Huskie mural Aug. 14 on the Annie Glidden Road railroad underpass, just south of Lincoln Highway in DeKalb.

ABOVE: A car drives by a section of the new Huskie mural Aug. 14 on the Annie Glidden Road railroad underpass. BELOW: Vehicles drive by the new Huskie mural.

Photos by Mark Busch – mbusch@shawmedia.com

LEFT: DeKalb School District 428 Superintendent Minerva Garcia-Sanchez lets Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School students ring the bell Aug. 17 as they arrive at the school on the first day for most students in DeKalb. ABOVE: Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School first grader Lorenzo Galvan, 6, gets a kiss from his mom Valeria Hernandez as he arrives Aug. 17.

Here’s what you need to know about Corn Fest

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DeKALB – It’s almost that time again: Downtown bustling with thousands, corn on the cob a plenty, carnival rides, live music and a thrilling end to the summer. DeKalb Corn Fest is on its way.

Corn Fest will be held Friday through Sunday in downtown DeKalb. Entry to DeKalb’s biggest summer bash is free for all, with family-friendly activities throughout the weekend and no shortage of tasty treats to enjoy.

In its 46th year, Corn Fest will be held along Lincoln Highway from First to Fourth streets and Grove to Locust streets in downtown DeKalb.

Friday’s festivities begin at 3 p.m. and continue through 6 p.m. Sunday.

On Friday and Saturday, the festival runs through 11 p.m. The festival also will feature carnival rides, artisan crafts for sale, a beer garden, family activities, a corn boil and more.

The crowd-pleasing annual Chuck Siebrasse Corn Boil kicks off at 11 a.m. Saturday and runs through 2 p.m. at the corner of Fourth Street and Lincoln Highway. Free steamed corn will be handed out until it runs out.

Festival-goers also can take in live music all weekend at the Sound Stage, where a VIP ticket will get you food, alcoholic drinks and a front row chance to see the performers. This year’s headliner is country music singer Scott McCreery.

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Xavier Seals, 4, of DeKalb waves to his mom from the seat of a vintage tractor Aug. 26, 2022, during Corn Fest in downtown DeKalb

Liam Forde (left), 15, of Waterman, and Braeden Gosnell, 13, of Shabbona, ride Pharaoh’s Fury in the carnival area Aug. 26, 2022, during Corn Fest in downtown DeKalb. See CORN FEST, page 8

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Sycamore grad earns scholarship for Fly America training in DeKalb

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SYCAMORE – Lillian Fifer is the recipient of DeKalb Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 241’s Flight Scholarship.

The $2,000 scholarship will support Fifer’s flight training at Fly America DeKalb Airport, according to a news release.

Fifer is a graduate of Sycamore High School.

The scholarship was funded by DeKalb Mechanical and a pancake breakfast was held June 4 at the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport.

The Experimental Aircraft Association brings together people interested in learning about aviation, sharing knowledge and building community awareness through activities including building seminars, fly-ins and Young Eagles rallies.

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McCreery is a North Carolina native who won the 10th season of “American Idol” in 2011.

The festival’s music lineup this year will open with Burn N’ Bush and 7th Heaven on Aug. 25. Project Nostalgia, The Relics, Austin Hopkins, Hi Infidelity and Spencer Crandall will grace the stage Aug. 26, followed by McCreery headlining that night.

Sunday’s music lineup includes Rockin’ Moxie, The Beaux Band and Whiskey Romance.

The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., will pay host to the Community

Stage, free for all and featuring a concessions stand and bar. Performances will feature students of the Aurora Music Company, Dimensions Dance Academy, Randy Harvey, NIU Suzuki Strings Group, Mark Walters, Lightbeam Players, Nev Wilcox, Beth Fowler School of Dance, Huskie Hunks, Stage Coach Players, Northern Illinois Dance Center, Just For Kix DeKalb, Ethan Larson, The NIU Harmelodics and more.

Ride tickets and wristband deals will be featured throughout the weekend. Tickets also are available for the beer garden, although children younger than 12 must be accompanied by a parent. For more information or to buy tickets, visit www.cornfest.com.

Photo provided by Jeff Petersen Sycamore High School graduate Lillian Fifer earned the DeKalb Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 241’s Flight Scholarship.

Mark Busch file photo – mbusch@shawmedia.com

Andy Kuna, 2, of Portland, Ore., tries to pick the lucky duck and win a prize Aug. 26, 2022, during Corn Fest in downtown DeKalb.

LOOKING BACK

1923 – 100 YEARS AGO

No more school for one week. That is the feeling that is sweeping the pupils who have been attending the summer session at the Glidden grade school for the past 12 weeks. The pupils were dismissed yesterday for the final time this summer, with the orders to have as good a time as possible as school will open again one week from Tuesday. It was only possible to teach pupils in the first six grades at the training school owing to the fact that teachers could not be secured to take charge of the upper grades. Many were enabled to move ahead one class due to the fact that the summer session was attended, making it profitable for the pupil as well as the state teachers college, under whose supervision the school was being operated.

It is announced today that plans are being made to construct a large barn on the Cortland farm of Jacob Haish at the earliest moment, and figures have been submitted at the Jacob Haish State Bank for approval by G. W. Baldwin. The barn, according to the first statement by Mr. Haish is to be as large as the one destroyed by fire and built on the same plan, unless a contractor has some better plan. It is probable that work will be started within a very short time after the burned grain, hay and lumber has been removed from the site of the old building.

North Western workmen started in yesterday tearing up the old foundation of the crossing over Third Street in DeKalb and laying a stone basis before new planks are laid. The Third Street crossing has never given much trouble to cars or wagons going over it and except for a few rough spots here and there the place has been kept in excellent condition. It is thought that with a better foundation the crossing would be more level and give less trouble than before.

1948 – 75 YEARS AGO

Patrolman Don Schoo, parking meter maintenance man, was busy today turning the heads on the parking meters in the business district so that there could be no question about which meter was the proper one to use. Heretofore, the meters stared woodenly straight at the street and strangers didn’t know whether to put money in the front one or the back one and sometimes played it safe by putting in both. The meters now stand at an angle half-facing the spot which each one rules so that strange drivers will have no difficulty in knowing which meter to feed.

Sycamore Bargain Days, held Friday and Saturday here by the merchants, was a large success. On both days there were hundreds of people in the city to take advantage of the many items for sale. The free show on Saturday morning attracted a full house. All of the merchants and customers appeared to be well satisfied with the results of the sales event.

The oldest and biggest reunion in DeKalb County closed its annual two-day stand at Kingston last night with a huge crowd jamming the grounds at Kingston Township Park. It was the 72nd annual picnic, although

its purpose is now a far cry from that of its founding fathers back in 1877. Then it was called the Kingston Old Settlers Picnic, later the name was changed to Northern Illinois Old Settlers Picnic. Still later the Old Settlers group united with the DeKalb County Farmers Picnic to bring the present name which is Northern Illinois Old Settlers and DeKalb County Farmers Picnic at Kingston.

A crowd of around 10,000 persons is expected to attend the DeKalb Municipal Band Festival on Tuesday evening, Aug. 24, at Hopkins Park. The festival will start promptly at 8 o’clock and those wishing seats will have to be at the park early. Many are planning to take picnic lunches and have supper at the park and be in a position to obtain choice seats early. State police, city police, and deputies from the sheriff’s office and others will assist in handling traffic for the huge event.

1973 – 50 YEARS AGO

Cattle rustling in DeKalb County in 1973? Could be. Farmers are locking gates to their feedlots, counting their stock every day, and keeping their livestock theft insurance up to date. With the price of ground chuck nearing $1 a pound, when you can get it, rustling is becoming big business. Some operators, under cover of darkness, hover over their prey in helicopters, lower a halter, and lift the surprised bovine to a truck waiting a few miles away, then go after another animal for another truck.

A proposed aircraft landing strip and residential development in Genoa was denied a special use permit by the zoning Board of Appeals. The vote was 4-3 against the proposed development, located at Lincoln and Derby Line Roads.

Ellen Lovell Heitmanek returned to DeKalb last month bearing a strange armload of gifts for her family and

friends. The former DeKalb woman, now residing in Springfield, Ore., left a replica of an old fashioned general store and some intricate homemade dolls with her favorite people. The general store is on public display at Gene’s Produce, along with other miniature sales items.

1998 – 25 YEARS AGO

This summer has been a busy one for the DeKalb School District. Not only are administrators overseeing the construction of a new school in the Rivermist subdivision, but four additions were added onto existing schools.

Genoa officials are moving ahead with plans to repair a municipal computer system, but the efforts may be too late to save some account information. On a unanimous vote this past week, the council okayed the purchase of a new computer server and software necessary to upgrade the IBM-format computers now being used for utility bills, city payroll and other bookkeeping at City Hall. The computers had been failing and city staff were down to one work station for preparing the latest round of utility bills.

Farmers grudgingly obeyed a health department order Thursday and pulled their homemade jellies, pickles and other canned goods off their tables at the DeKalb farmer’s market. The DeKalb County Health Department ordered them removed because it is illegal to sell home canned products under state law.

U. S. Postal Service authorities are preparing to relocate the post office serving the town of Genoa. Despite concerns raised by several citizens, the most likely site for that new post office appears to be in a new commercial subdivision being developed at the town’s southeast corner.

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Photo provided by DeKalb County History Center People enjoy corn at the 1983 Corn Fest in DeKalb at Lincoln Highway and Second Street, looking southeast.

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Police: Drive sober or get pulled over this Labor Day

DeKalb County law enforcement agencies plan to step up patrols through the Labor Day holiday weekend to combat potential drunk or impaired driving.

Agencies across the county are partnering with the Illinois State Police on a statewide campaign meant to curb distracted or drunk driving through the end of summer, according to a news release. The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign will run through Sept. 5, officials said. Labor Day is Sept. 4. DeKalb County motorists should expect to see an increased police presence on area roads for the next two weeks. Enforcement also will scrutinize drivers for seat belt wearing, especially at night when, according to DeKalb and Sycamore police, people are less likely to wear seat belts.

The Labor Day Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over and Drive High. Get a DUI enforcement efforts are made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Medicare workshops set for Aug. 24, 26 at DeKalb library

DeKALB – The DeKalb Public Library will host two workshops for patrons to learn about Medicare insurance options.

The library, 309 Oak St., DeKalb, will hold the workshops at 11 a.m. Aug. 24 and 26 in the library’s lower-level Zimmerman Meeting Room, according to a news release.

Participants can learn about Medicare insurance options. Licensed sales representative Carol Cherry will discuss the different parts of Medicare, how to make the right choice, Medicare insurance options, and how to find the right plan.

No registration is required to attend. For information, email samanthah@ dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 1701.

Teen advisory group to meet Aug. 28 at DeKalb library

DeKALB – The DeKalb Public Library will host a teen advisory group meeting for patrons to earn volunteer hours and develop interpersonal skills.

The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Aug. 28 in the library’s lower-level Bilder Family Meeting Room, according to a news release.

The meeting is free and intended for

teens in sixth through 12th grade. Participants can decide which books, programs, services and games the library will offer. Pizza will be provided. Because of limited space, the meeting is first come, first served. For information, email susang@dkpl. org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 3400.

‘Malcolm X’ movie screening to be held Aug. 26 at DeKalb library

DeKALB – The DeKalb Public Library will hold a screening of the movie

“Malcolm X” as part of a monthly program celebrating Black cinema.

The screening will be at 1 p.m. Aug. 26 in the library’s lower-level Yusunas Meeting Room, 309 Oak St., according to a news release.

The event is free and intended for teens and adults.

“Malcolm X” tells the story of Malcolm X up to his assassination. After being arrested for burglary, X learns about Islam. He changes his last name and rises within the Nation of Islam. When X is suspended, he makes a pilgrimage to Mecca. After returning, he denounces racism and begins working with civil rights leaders.

The movie is rated PG-13. No registration is required to attend. For information, email brittak@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 2100.

Equine Dreams receives $1,350 grant from youth committee

DeKALB – Equine Dreams received a $1,350 grant from the DeKalb County Community Foundation Youth Engaged in Philanthropy committee.

The grant will be used to buy sand for the outdoor riding arena, according to a news release.

The sand will be used as part of Equine Dreams’ outdoor arena renovation. The check was presented to Equine Dreams by YEP committee members.

Equine Dreams is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides free equine-assisted services to children and adults with special needs.

YEP is a youth-led high school committee of the DeKalb County Community Foundation that provides opportunities for youth across the county to develop leadership skills, learn about philanthropy, and engage in their communities through grantmaking and volunteering. For information, visit dekalbccf.org/yep or equinedreams.org.

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DeKALB – DeKalb County residents looking for a place to dispose of their hazardous waste or recycle electronics can do so for free at two September events scheduled by the DeKalb County Health Department.

The Health Department will host a free household hazardous waste drive and separate electronic, textile, shoes, aerosol products and latex paint collection from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 9 at the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport, 3232 Pleasant St. in DeKalb. The electronics collection will be from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 30 at the airport.

Participants must be Illinois residents, and proof of address is required for those planning to drop off items, according to a news release from the health department. Registration is required and can be found at dekalbcountyhealthdeptrecycling.as.me/ schedule.php.

The recycling event is sponsored by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

For both events, participants should enter Pleasant Street from Peace Road, where they’ll be directed to the entrance of the event. To avoid long lines, residents of Sycamore,

Genoa and Kirkland are strongly encouraged to use the “At Your Door Program” provided by Waste Management (800-449-7587).

City of DeKalb residents are encouraged to utilize the collection services provided by Lake Shore Recy-

cling Systems (815-770-7550). Staff will be on site to assist with traffic flow and to remove items from vehicles.

What items are OK?

Hazardous waste includes a variety of home chemicals. Some examples

include adhesives, auto fluids, cooking oil, fluorescent bulbs, garden and pool products, poisons and acids, stains, solvents and varnishes. Oil-based paints will be accepted but latex paints are not. Latex paints can be taken to the electronics collection. For a more in-depth list, visit the registration link.

The DeKalb County Health Department has partnered with Flat Can Recycling for the recycling event. Accepted items will include different kinds of aerosol spray cans such as paint, hairspray, baking spray and asthma inhalers. Flat Can Recycling also accepts small propane tanks (size 14.1 and 14.4 ounce and 16 and 16.4 ounce) and latex paint. Clothing, textiles and shoes also will be accepted.

For more information, email hello@ flatcanrecycling.com.

Prohibited items such as smoke detectors, air conditioners, vacuum cleaners, large appliances (stove, washing machine, dryer), lightbulbs, refrigerators, wooden speakers, alkaline batteries, car/marine batteries and hazardous waste are prohibited during the recycling event. Most other electronics will be accepted.

For questions, call James Carlin, solid waste associate, at 815-748-2408 or email recycle@dekalbcounty.org.

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The DeKalb County Health Department will host a free household hazardous waste drive from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 9 and a separate electronic, textile, shoes, aerosol products and latex paint collection from 8 a.m. to noon Sept. 30 at DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport.

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LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS

Stage Coach sets auditions for ‘Best Christmas Pageant Ever’

SYCAMORE – The Stage Coach Players has scheduled auditions for its upcoming production of “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.”

The auditions will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 25 and 1 to 5 p.m. Aug. 26 and 27 at Sycamore United Methodist Church, 160 Johnson Ave., Sycamore, according to a news release.

The auditions are intended for those in second grade and older. The production will be directed by Jenn Soss.

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” based on the book by Mary Robinson, tells the story of a church trying to hold a Christmas pageant. The only way for the pageant to be held is to cast the most horrible children in history.

Soss is looking to cast 25 people. She plans to cast new performers along with long-standing Stage Coach members, according to the release. Those interested are encouraged to schedule auditions. Walk-ins also will be accepted.

Rehearsals begin Oct. 5 with production dates running Dec. 6 through 10.

For information, visit stagecoachplayers.com and click on “Auditions.”

YMCA accepting Livestrong program registration

SYCAMORE – The Kishwaukee Family YMCA is accepting registration for its fall Livestrong program.

The program will run from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. Aug. 28 through Nov. 15, according to a news release.

The Livestrong program offers cancer survivors a supportive and safe environment to participate in social and physical activities. The program will last for 12 weeks.

Registration is required to attend. To register, visit kishymca.org.

The Kishwaukee Family YMCA is a nonprofit organization that aims to enrich the spirit, mind and body of all those in the community, especially families and children, regardless of ability to pay.

For information, email apeck@ kishymca.org.

Kishwaukee Kiwanis Club’s prayer breakfast set for Aug. 24

DeKALB – Kishwaukee Kiwanis Club of DeKalb will host its third annual prayer

breakfast to celebrate the upcoming Corn Fest. The public is invited.

The breakfast will be held at 7:30 a.m. Aug. 24 at Faranda’s Banquet Center, 302 Grove St., DeKalb, according to a news release.

The menu will include scrambled eggs, bacon, hashbrowns, pastries, fruit, sausage links, coffee and juice. There will be a religious leaders panel discussion about each organization’s role in collaboration, community leadership and public safety.

The panel will feature the Rev. Joe Mitchell of New Hope Missionary Baptist, the Rev. Jonathan Crail of First United Methodist Church, and Father Robert Gonnella of the Newman Catholic Student Center.

The panel moderator will be Joe Gastiger, a former pastor and Kiwanis Club member.

The breakfast costs $15 a person. Reservations are encouraged. To register, visit lincolninntogo.com, call 815-7562345, or see a Kishwaukee Kiwanis member.

Special 4-H Projects Day fair to be held Sept. 5

SYCAMORE – The University of Illinois Extension DeKalb County will host an Opportunity House Special 4-H General Projects Day Fair to showcase the Opportunity House Helpers 4-H Club projects.

The fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 5 at the DeKalb County Farm Bureau Building, 1350 W. Prairie Drive, Sycamore, according to a news release.

The fair is free and open to the public. Attendees can see more than 40 4-H visual art projects. The projects include art journals and DNA bracelets. 4-H members can meet judges to discuss their projects and earn recognition ribbons. A dinner and reception will be held for 4-H members and their families.

The 4-H club was created for Opportunity House clients. Members participate in activities that support and encourage leadership and growth to develop positive attitudes about themselves.

Opportunity House is a nonprofit community-sponsored rehabilitation center that serves DeKalb County adults with developmental disabilities.

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New law helps 4-H students with excused absences

Students enrolled in FFA and Illinois Extension 4-H will benefit from a new bill signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker on Aug. 14.

House Bill 3814 will allow students attending agricultural learning events to count that toward their school attendance.

“These learning opportunities cultivate professional development and responsibility in our youth, and their hands-on experiences ought to count toward their education. This new law is a major win not just for our students –but for the future of our agriculture industry,” Pritzker said.

Illinois 4-H youth leaders and staff were on hand in support of the bill signing, with 4-H Youth Leadership Team Chairman Naomi Dolan of Vermilion County providing remarks on behalf of 4-H, according to a news release from the Illinois 4-H program.

“Through 4-H, members have the opportunity to develop a wide range of career skills including leadership, communications, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship skills,” Dolan said. “These and other skills learned through 4-H are valuable in the workforce

regardless of their chosen career path. In addition to career skills, 4-H members develop a strong work ethic, a sense of responsibility, and a commitment to community service, which are all qualities employers look for in potential employees.

“This bill allows 4-Hers and FFA members to freely participate in programming during a prime time in their lives when college, career and personal development events are essential in ensuring their future success.

Lisa Diaz, assistant dean and pro -

gram leader for Illinois Extension 4-H, emphasized the importance of this legislation and said, “4-H and FFA create opportunities for youth to use their skills to address real-world issues and to develop as community leaders. This bill recognizes the importance of these hands-on learning experiences beyond the classroom as critical to preparing youth for future success. We are thankful to the sponsors and supporters of this bill for removing barriers for more youth to freely participate in these valuable opportunities.”

State Sen. Tom Bennett, R-Gibson City, whose district includes La Salle, Bureau, Putnam and Grundy counties, was among one of the sponsors of the bill.

“This is an exciting change for our students of Illinois,” Bennett said in a news release. “Students will be able to explore what learning events will have to offer without having to worry about their attendance standing being affected. I believe the best way to learn is though hands-on experiences, so I am eager for our students.”

For more information about Illinois Extension 4-H programs, membership and volunteer opportunities visit https://4h.extension.illinois.edu.

CNA file photo Illinois House Bill 3814 allows students attending agricultural learning events to count that toward their school attendance.

County Board OKs pay increase for election judges

By KELSEY RETTKE krettke@shawmedia.com

SYCAMORE – Future DeKalb County residents working Election Day polls now will have the opportunity to make up to $200 per day, after a pay increase was approved by the DeKalb County Board last week.

The vote Aug. 16 was unanimous, save for DeKalb County Board member Ellingsworth Webb, a Democrat from District 9, who recused himself because he’s served as a local election judge for the past 16 years. No discussion was held before the vote.

County officials have said a pay increase could help entice more to sign up to work the polls on Election Day.

In recent years, DeKalb County has hustled to get enough election judges before it comes time to vote. The topic arose again in the campaign for DeKalb County Clerk and Recorder in November 2022. Months before the June 2022 Primary election, DeKalb County still needed 100 judges to work polls. Two days before the April 4 Consolidated Election this spring, DeKalb County had 269 people committed to be election judges, which Clerk and Recorder Tasha Sims called “a good position” to be in compared with other counties.

Although the State Board of Elections reimburses Illinois counties for some of the money spent on election judges, including the new $20 raise approved by the state, the DeKalb County Board still has to vote to

approve any additional pay rate changes.

According to county documents, election judges are given a base pay of $110 – for a work day that starts at 5 a.m. and lasts until at least 7 p.m. on Election Day. By passing a mandatory biennial training course, election judges can receive $150 a day.

The state law will increase the daily pay of an election judge in DeKalb County to $170 without taking money away from the county. With the just-approved $30 increase by the County Board, election judges now will receive $200 total.

According to county documents, it costs DeKalb County $51,750 to pay for five election judges at 69 precincts. The state reimburses the county $15,525, bringing the total cost on the county down to $36,225.

The state law mandates counties increase the pay rate by $20 per day for each worker, but that cost will be added to the reimbursement. If the County Board votes for only the $20 increase, the county will still pay $36,225 for the labor but the state will reimburse the county almost $8,000 more than it has in the past.

A $200 daily compensation rate would require the county to pay an additional $30 to up to 345 election judges – increasing the county’s cost by more than $10,000 per election.

• Shaw Local News Network reporterCamdenLazenbycontributed to this story

Mark Busch file photo – mbusch@shawmedia.com

Election judge Rose O’Halloran checks in a voter on April 4 at the polling place in Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb.

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The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Early Bird Farms to its membership. Chamber staff, ambassadors and board members celebrated Early Bird Farms joining the DeKalb Chamber with a ribbon-cutting Aug. 3. The business provides the community with locally grown, healthy and clean microgreens. For information, visit earlybirdmicrogreens.com or call 773-456-9046.

DCCF announces creation of nursing scholarship fund

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SYCAMORE – A new memorial scholarship fund to honor the legacy of the late nurse and DeKalb County Health Department administrator Cindy Graves will go to support area students seeking a career in nursing.

The DeKalb County Community Foundation recently announced the creation of the Cindy Graves Nursing Scholarship Fund.

The scholarship will be awarded annually to DeKalb County residents working as nursing professionals and continuing their nursing education, according to a news release.

Applicants must live in DeKalb County. Students may attend any accredited college, university or educational institution. Preference will be given to applicants currently working or pursuing additional education in pediatrics, public health nursing or emergency medicine.

The fund awarded its first scholarship in July. The recipient is Nicole Fitzpatrick of DeKalb. Fitzpatrick is pursuing a master’s degree in nursing at Northern Illinois University. She is the NIU School of Nursing simulation lab coordinator and worked at Kish -

waukee Hospital.

The scholarship was created in honor of Cindy Graves. Graves was born in Carthage in 1960. She graduated from Sycamore High School in 1978. Graves earned an elementary education degree from Northern Illinois University. She also received a registered nursing degree from Kishwaukee College, a nursing degree from NIU, and a master’s in health care administration from St. Francis College.

Graves was a registered nurse at Kishwaukee Hospital. She also worked as the director of community health and prevention, health promotion, and emergency preparedness at the DeKalb County Health Department. Graves was the Salem Lutheran Church council president, a Children’s Advocacy Center board of directors member and an Illinois Public Health Nurses Association member and president. She died in 2012.

To donate to any fund at the DeKalb County Community Foundation, visit dekalbccf.org/donate or send via mail to the DeKalb County Community Foundation, 475 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore.

For information, call 815-748-5383 or email dan@dekalbccf.org.

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Brandon Graves (from left) poses for an undated photo with Nicole Fitzpatrick, Janet Hunt and Jolene Willis. Not pictured is Ethan Graves. A new memorial scholarship fund to honor the legacy of the late nurse and DeKalb County Health Department administrator Cindy Graves will go to support area students seeking a career in nursing

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GREAT PU BLIC AU CTION

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9:00 AM

Lunch by : Moni Comfort Station Av ailable

LOCATI ON: Boone Co. Fairgr ounds 8847 Rt. 76, Belvidere, IL 61 008

BOAT, ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, HOUSEHOLD, YARD, TO OLS & MISC

2002 SYLVAN BO AT TO BE SOLD AT NO ON SHARP!

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Comfort station, Lunch av ail able, Attendance pe rmit ting and if n ecessary two au ction ri ngs will run si multaneously, bring a frie nd, rain or sh ine, this is a pa rtial listing on ly, expect to find surprises!

Wi ll update Au ctionZip as we fi nd ot her items Limited Off-road pa rking offered.

AUTOMOBILE, ATV, TRACTORS, GOLF CART, BOAT, CAMPING TRAI LER, TOOLS & POWER

EQUIPMENT: FURNITURE & FURNISHINGS - 1976 Datsun 280Z 2 door hatchback, straight 6, fuel injected, All Original, ru ns great 86,453 miles, NO BRAK ES! !!, Kubota 4WD, RTV900XT, Diesel, side by side, dump box, 617 hrs., Kubota B7800, utility tractor, 4WD, Di esel, P/s, w Kubota LA 402 Loader, 60 ” mower deck, quick hitch, 3pt King Kutter 6' blade, Farm Star 3p t post hole digger 8” screw, 3pt 5' Box scraper, Yamaha gas gol f cart w lift kit 4 passenger, 1999 John Deere 425 4 wheel stir 54” deck Garden tractor 1538 hrs. John Deere LT 160 with Freedom 42” no di scharge deck, 2006 Keysto ne Outback 30' camping trailer with slide out 2 awni ngs, Bass Tracker V-16 Guide special boat , 3 seats, w Mercury 25XD outboard motor with trailer & trap , Minnkota trolling motor 50lb thrust, Eagle fish finder, Mercury Force 40 hp outboard motor runs great.

GUNS & OUTDOOR SPORT SMANS ITEMS INC; Mossberg 160 ATR long gun 270 cal. Scope, st abilizer stand, camo, Kni ghts Muzzle Loader , 50 cal, with scope bolt action, Mossberg 12 ga. , 2 3/4” - 3.0” shel ls, smoot h & rifle d barrel, New Haven model 285 20 ga ., Lefever Nitro Special side by side double barrel 12 ga, Wall Hangers Rich ards open hammer side by side Nonfunctional, Remington 12c 22 short Hex barrel broken firing pin, Hand guns Ruger Super Red Hawk 44 mag.

Ported Barr el, Ruger Model GP 100 38/ 35 7, Ruger P85 9 mm Barret Quad 400 crossbow w accessories inc hard shell carrier, Rods & reels, fishing tackle some ol der vintage lures and related items Large quantity of Ammo

LAWN & GARDEN & OUTDOOR Inc Murray 24” 2 stage snow blower, like new, Agri Fab lawn sweeper & 25-gal poly tank yard sprayer, 1000 lb single axle trailer 5' x 4', Sthil gas blower, Chai n saws: Echo CS 13 0 14”, Stihl 250 C 16”, Cr aftsman 20”, Echo HC 150 he dge trim mer, Echo SRM 225 Gas weed eater, Honda GCV 160 power washer 240 0 psi, Coleman Power Mate

Item of Special Interest: Juki TL 2200 OVP Quilters sewing machine digital read w foot control, Nustep low impact exerciser digital monitors items too numerous to mention

Terms: Cash, good check, Credit or Debit cards. Must have proper photo Id to register. All Items sell to best and hi ghest bi dder No propert y removed until sett led for. Not responsibl e for it ems or accidents. All items sold to the best & highest bidder NO BUYERS PREMIUM. LIVE AUCTION ONLY. Must be pr esent to bid. MUST HAVE FOID CARD TO PURCHASE GUNS, guns will be held & processed by Ri ck Winninger of Yorkville Il, an aut horized gun dealer for a per buyer fee of $2 5.00

DALE & BETTY JANSEN, OWNERS

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Aut ogr aphed pi cs: Tony Esposito , W. Rockwell

Wirt z, an d more Small safes, a Vint age Coke cooler and bottles. Military footlo ckers, expl osives box and other military items Lots of tools, Fishing gear an d to y models. A Ti ller/Cultivator, met al de tector, Weed eater, air compressor, chainsaw, l adders, lots of t ools and more. Patio furniture and decor. This is just the beginning!

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camore United Methodis t Church ANNUAL MISSION THRIFT

Rt. 64 & Johnson Ave. (first street East of Peace Rd.)

Friday & Saturday

August 25 & 26

$10 BAG DAY

Friday, August 25 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

BAKE SALE

Friday mornin g on ly

$5 BAG DAY

Saturday, August 26 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Clothing, Shoes, Accessories, Linens, Household & Holiday Items, Books, Puzzles, Toys, Games, Vintage & Collectibles

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LASALLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS LAND AUCTION

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 AT 10:00 AMCT

103.44 TAXABLE ACRES± • 1 TRACT

The Pezanoski farm is located approximately 3 miles southeast of Ottawa, IL or 14 miles north of Streator, IL. The property is further described as being located in Section 30, T33N-R4E, Fall River Township, LaSalle County, Illinois. The real estate contains a total of 103.44 taxable acres, will be sold in 1 tract, and represents highly productive Class A soil.

Farmers and investors, be sure to check out this Class A farm in LaSalle County, Illinois

BILL PEZANOSKI

Representing Attorney: John L. Cantlin

The Cantlin Law Firm | (815) 433-4712 760 E Etna Rd, Ottawa, IL 61350

Auction Managers: Brandt Henness (309) 224-4276 & Kevin Haas (309) 264-7767

CLASSICS WANTED

Publisher's Notice: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housin g Act which makes it il legal to advertise "any preference, li mitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familia stat us or nati onal origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation of discrimination."

Familial stat us includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18 This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violat io n of the law. Ou r readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis To complain of discrimination call HUD 1-800-669-9777 Hearing impaired number is 1-800-927-9275

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 23RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF DEKALBSYCAMORE, ILLINOIS

Planet Home Lending, LLC

Plaintiff, vs Kathy L. Ehr; Brian K. Hausler; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants

Defendants, 22 FC 96

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause the Sheriff of DeKalb County will on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., DeKalb County Publ ic Safety Building, 150 North Main Street, Sycamore, Illinoi s 60178, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:

P.I.N. 19-26-277-003.

Commonly known as 939 N. Wolfe St., Sandwich, IL 60548

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common inte rest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act.

Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 ho urs, by certified funds No refunds The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr James P. Palazzolo at Plaintiff's Attorney, Potestivo & Associates

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PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 23RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF DEKALBSYCAMORE, ILLINOIS

Planet Home Lending, LLC

Plaintiff, vs Kathy L. Ehr; Brian K. Hausler; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants

Defendants, 22 FC 96

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause the Sheriff of DeKalb County will on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., DeKalb County Publ ic Safety Building, 150 North Main Street, Sycamore, Illinoi s 60178, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: THE EAST HALF OF LOTS 5 AND 6 IN BLOCK 2 OF CHAMPLIN'S AND HOTTE'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF SANDWICH, DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS.

P.I.N. 19-26-277-003.

Commonly known as 939 N. Wolfe St., Sandwich, IL 60548 The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common inte rest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act.

Buying? Selling? Renting? Hiring?

To place an ad, call 833-584-NEWS

Published in The MidWeek, August 23, 30, 2023 September 6, 2023

Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 ho urs, by certified funds No refunds The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr James P. Palazzolo at Plaintiff's Attorney, Potestivo & Associates

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Published in The MidWeek, August 23, 30, 2023 September 6, 2023