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WEEK IN REVIEW

Settlement reached in Hastert case By KATIE FINLON

kfinlon@shawmedia.com YORKVILLE – Five years after it was filed, a lawsuit came to an end Sept. 29 between former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert and a man who claims the former lawmaker sexually abused him as a child and then refused to pay him $1.8 million for his silence. Chief Judge Robert Pilmer of the 23rd Circuit Court filed an order to dismiss the case, ending the lawsuit, court records show. The lawsuit was brought forward by a man known in Kendall County court records as “James Doe,” in April 2016. “This case is dismissed, in its entirety, with prejudice pursuant to the confidential settlement agreement reached between the parties,” Pilmer wrote in the

documents. “Each attorney shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs. The court shall retain jurisdiction for the limited purpose of enforcing the settlement agreement between the parties.” Attorneys for both the plaintiff and Hastert have declined to provide any settlement details, including whether Hastert agreed to pay the man and, if so, how much. The case was set to go to trial last week. Pilmer ruled earlier this month the real name of the man who accused Hastert of the sexual abuse, Doe, would become public at the start of the trial, which was canceled after the settlement was agreed upon out of court. Kristi Browne, lawyer for Hastert’s accuser, said the judge’s decision to make her client’s name public at trial wasn’t a

catalyst for his recent decision to settle. “As a lawyer, I was certainly looking forward to trying the case,” Browne said Sept. 29. “But this resolution is a good resolution.” Typically, a judge would file an order to dismiss once they receive signed settlement agreements, confidential or not, from all parties and the documents are to the court’s satisfaction. John Ellis, Hastert’s lawyer, declined comment following the judge’s filed ruling. Browne reiterated the end of the case doesn’t mean the trauma is over for Doe. “That’s something those poor individuals deal with for rest of lives,” Browne said. “But at least my client was able to be heard by this court … and have this lawsuit resolved amicably.”

Appeal denied in former DeKalb clerk suit By KELSEY RETTKE AND KATIE FINLON krettke@shawmedia.com and kfinlon@shawmedia.com

DeKALB – An appeal of a dismissed 2019 lawsuit brought against the city of DeKalb by former City Clerk Lynn Fazekas was rejected Sept. 29. Fazekas’ lawsuit had alleged that city action related to the clerk’s office was unconstitutional. Fazekas, who filed the lawsuit in DeKalb County Court on Oct. 15, 2019, and appealed its dismissal a year later, did not respond to request for comment by press time. In her original lawsuit, Fazekas contended the city violated Article VII, section 6, of the Illinois Constitution “by altering its form of government,” after a

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2019 DeKalb City Council vote eliminated the deputy clerk position and gave the duties instead to a city employee, the executive assistant to the city manager. The assistant, Ruth Scott, was at the time also already serving as deputy clerk. The lawsuit was dismissed in DeKalb County court by Circuit Court Judge Bradley Waller last year and appealed by Fazekas. Three Appellate Justices – Kathryn Zenoff, Robert McLaren and Donald Hudson – upheld Waller’s dismissal in the Illinois Second District Appellate Court in Elgin on Wednesday. “The city appreciates the well-reasoned decisions of the trial court and appellate court, but it is unfortunate that city resources and taxpayer dollars had to be diverted to defending this matter,” city

attorney Matthew Rose said in a statement. “Thankfully, the city will continue to have the full-time executive assistant’s timely, efficient and professional administration of the city’s clerical duties.” According to Waller’s original ruling, the city of DeKalb was within its authority to make changes to the clerk’s office. The court ruled such action didn’t impact voters’ power to elect a clerk. The court also ruled the city of DeKalb, which is a Home Rule authority, did not violate the Illinois Municipal Code or the constitution. According to DeKalb County court records, Waller dismissed the lawsuit on Oct. 21, 2020, an action that was appealed by Fazekas on Nov. 16, 2020, and then sent to an appellate court in Elgin on Dec. 31 of last year.

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THE MIDWEEK DeKALB – NIU STEAM, in Northern Illinois University’s Division of Outreach, Engagement and Regional Development, received a grant for $20,000 from Facebook to support STEM Fest – an annual festival celebrating advances in science, technology, engineering and math. As the lead sponsor of this free family event, Facebook is helping to provide fun, hands-on learning activities that spark curiosity for STEM fields in people of all ages. “We’re thrilled to partner with Facebook to bring STEM Fest back in person this year,” Kristin Brynteson, director of NIU STEAM, said in a news release. “We share a commitment to making STEM education accessible to all people in DeKalb and the northern Illinois region.” Facebook has been part of the community since 2020 when it broke ground on a data center in DeKalb. Northern Illinois University’s STEM Fest started more than a decade ago, and the event has now become a DeKalb tradition that welcomes visitors of all ages to hear expert speakers, view spectacular science demo shows

dent Center auditorium, and an exploration of entrepreneurship and innovation in the Founders Memorial Library innovation space. Visitors will get to experience the most popular activities from past years as well as some fun new exhibits. They’ll program robots, build with blocks, test out virtual reality technology, witness a weather balloon launch with real-time data displays and explore the Haunted Physics Lab. They’ll also get a chance to chat with experts in physics, engineering, chemistry, meteorology, nursing and many other fields to find their spark of inspiration. “We appreciate the opportunity to invest in DeKalb County through events like NIU’s STEM Fest where learning about science, math and engineering is hands-on and fun,” Matt Photo provided Sexton, Community Development regional manager at Facebook, said in People of all ages experience the wonders of science at STEM Fest. This year’s event will be the release. “Facebook is committed to Oct. 23. the long-term vitality of communities and engage in hundreds of hands-on NIU Holmes Student Center, Founders where we are located, and we look forlearning activities. The event will be in Memorial Library, MLK Commons and ward to building relationships with person this year at a new location in other nearby buildings. Highlights will partners in DeKalb County for years to the center of NIU’s DeKalb campus. include workshops in the STEAM come.” Learn more at go.niu.edu/STEMSTEM Fest will take place from 10 classroom in Swen Parson Hall, big a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, in the stage productions in the Holmes Stu- Fest.

TALK . YOUR KIDS WILL LISTEN . IT’S TIME TO START THE CONVERSATION ABOUT DRUGS AND SUBSTANCE USE. When you’re ready to talk to your kids or students about drugs and substance use, we’ll be here to help. The DeKalb County Partnership for a Substance Abuse Free Environment (DCP SAFE) is a community coalition that has been serving DeKalb County since 1989. The coalition promotes community-based substance misuse prevention, wellness and healthy lifestyles for youth, adults and the entire community. Changing the direction of someone’s life can start with a single conversation. Visit our Facebook page for more information and conversation starter tips. Facebook.com/groups/DCPSAFE Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center

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ON THE RECORD ... with Laura Harcar Who would you like to see go on the record? Let us know at readit@midweeknews.com DeKALB – We wear 15% of our clothes 85% of the time. Laura Harcar of DeKalb, an image consultant with House of Colour, wants to help change that. Harcar, a DeKalb native whose maiden name is Smoltich, runs her House of Colour franchise out of her home, helping people determine what colors look best on them based on skin tone and under colors and what styles look best based on body architecture. Harcar spoke to MidWeek reporter Katrina Milton about House of Colour, color and style analysis and how wearing the right colors make a big difference. Milton: What is the color palette theory? Harcar: The whole concept began in the 1940s by the Bauhaus school of design in Germany. The idea behind the color palette is that if you wear the right colors, you will harmonize with your outfit: you will look brighter, clearer, cohesive. The right colors will play off your features and show your God-given beauty. People will immediately know something is different about you. Milton: What is a color analysis? Harcar: A personal color analysis con-

You will leave with a palette of colors within a book to keep in your purse when you’re out and about shopping and a new confidence in yourself.

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Laura Harcar of DeKalb is an image consultant with House of Colour. sultation is a three- to four-hour service that uses a sophisticated process and principles of color science. I will use a time-tested color analysis process to discover your color palette. I will match mineral powder and blush to your personal coloring, and then help you find your perfect lipstick. This very personalized service is part of what is called the “90 Second Makeup Miracle.”

Milton: How do you do a color analysis? Harcar: I use a scientifically proven process using color drapes. The person comes in all natural, with no makeup or spray tans, and I do the session in natural light. Everyone is born with a skin tone that has under colors: yellow or blue, warm or cool. Tones correspond with seasons: autumn and spring are warm yellows and winter and summer are cool blues. Once you determine your season, I give you a wallet of 36 colors. There are many more colors than those 36, but those are a great start to your color palette. Milton: Does each season have a color? Harcar: Every season has their own colors, but they each have different shades and hues. For example, autumn is orange-y red and winter has a true vibrant red. The little differences in color really make a big difference. Milton: How can learning your color season help? Harcar: It goes hand-in-hand with

confidence and how we’re perceived. In 30 seconds or less, people make assumptions and decisions about us based on how we look. Wearing the right color palette really does make a big difference. … It’s really cool to see the reaction people have when they’re sitting in my studio chair. They’re shocked at what they see. I don’t have to tell them what colors look better or worse, they can immediately see a difference. Once they find the right shade, they’ll notice a dramatic difference. They’ll feel pretty and confident, simply based on having the right coloring. Milton: What is your color season? Harcar: I’m an autumn. I look best in warm, earthy, muted tones. By knowing my color season and knowing words that describe my season, if I’m out and about and see a shirt I’m interested in buying, I can ask “is this warm and earthy and will it fit into my palette?” Milton: What is a style analysis? Harcar: This life-changing session teaches you how to create a wardrobe that allows you to look your best every

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Milton: How does an outfit impact a look? Harcar: Everyone has their own clothing personality. Have you ever been scrolling online and see an outfit that looks great on the model? After you buy it and put it on, you realize it’s not right for you. Often, you blame your body, but the outfit is just not for you. It doesn’t fit your clothing personality or style. You have to take into consideration necklines, length of sleeves, jackets, skirts and dresses, belt position. A style analysis, is a full dive into what styles and outfits will make you look your very best. Milton: How much does color analysis and style analysis cost? Harcar: Color analysis is a one-time cost of $225 per person and style analysis is $265 per person. You are born with a preference of coloring,

Milton: Are color analysis and style analysis just for women? Harcar: It’s for men, women and children. I completed a two-week in-person training with 9-hour days in Kansas City. As soon as I returned home, I did a color analysis of my husband and son. It’s something that can benefit anyone of any age. Milton: Why do you do what you do? Harcar: I seriously still can’t believe this is my job. I love that it combines everything in my wheelhouse. I have a fine arts degree in graphic design, so color theory goes hand-in-hand with what I already do. But what makes me smile most is that I’m changing the way women and men see themselves. Everyone comes into my studio beautiful and handsome, but they leave their session really believing it. For more information about Laura Harcar and House of Colour, email laura.harcar@houseofcolour. com or visit her social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.

BRIEFS DCCG lists October Grow Mobile food pantry dates The following is a calendar list of the October locations for the DeKalb County Community Gardens’ Grow Mobile, a mobile food pantry that offers free food and household items to all who come, no requirements necessary. All food packages are pre-packed and will be distributed drive-thru style. DCCG is working to ensure the well-being of residents, staff and volunteers, and asks that you practice food hand hygiene and stay home if you are sick. To receive Grow Mobile alerts, text @ a34cg4 to 81010. Grow Mobile dates in October: • 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 5 at the Malta Historical Society, 127 N. Third St. in Malta • 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 7 at University Village Apartments, near the basketball courts, 722 N. Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb • 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 12 at the Cortland Lions Club Shelter, 70 S. Llanos St. in Cortland • 11 a.m. to noon Oct. 14 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 830 N. Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb • 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 19 at University Village Apartments, near the basketball courts,

722 N. Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb • 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 26 at St. Paul the Apostle Parish, 340 W. Arnold Road in Sandwich • 11 a.m. to noon Oct. 28 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 830 N. Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb

NIU clinic offers free couple counseling in October

The Couple and Family Clinic at Northern Illinois University is offering six free sessions to any couple that contacts the clinic in October for premarital or couple counseling. The clinic has been serving the community for 20 years. During that time, it has helped hundreds of couples to improve their relationship. The therapists are graduate students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at NIU. The student therapists have received rigorous training and intensive clinical supervision from NIU faculty. Clients pay what they can afford. A sliding-fee scale gives clients of all income levels access to care. For more information, call 815-7531684 or visit https://chhs.niu.edu/clinics/couple-family-therapy/index.shtml. – The MidWeek

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day. Using Carl Jung’s basic body archetypes, you will discover how your body architecture helps dictate what style of clothing will naturally look better on you. I will also take personality into account because authenticity is part of creating a wardrobe that reflects confidence, trustworthiness, authority and beauty.

and it never changes. So this small fee will open up doors that will end up saving you in the long run. No more buying with no purpose. … I also offer gift certificates. It can be a fun way to make sure the new handbag or shoe or dress you’ll wear to a wedding will help you look your best.

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WARMING HEARTS, FILLING STOMACHS Lasagna Love needs volunteer chefs in the DeKalb County area By KATRINA J.E. MILTON kmilton@shawmedia.com

ourtney Hoffman has been pretty busy lately. She gave birth 4 months ago to her son Hayden and her maternity leave recently ended, so she is back at work teaching. But instead of trying to fit grocery shopping, ordering in food or spending hours making dinner into her busy schedule, Hoffman opened up her front door to find a piping hot, ready-to-eat lasagna. On Sept. 18, the Cortland resident received the meal made by Laura Alvarez, a volunteer chef with Lasagna Love. “As a teacher with a newborn, I had no time to make dinner, and cooking was the last thing on my mind,” Hoffman said. Hoffman read a post about Lasagna Love on Facebook, and she filled out a form. She was soon matched with Alvarez, who also lives in Cortland. “Laura reached out and asked me if I had any preference for the type of lasagna and if I wanted it ready-to-eat or frozen,” Hoffman said. “I said readyto-eat, and the lasagna was delivered hot. I received a text letting me know that my lasagna was delivered to my front door. My husband and I ate it right away. It was delicious, and I even had plenty left over for lunch the next day.” According to its website, Lasagna Love is “a nationwide grassroots movement that aims to positively impact communities by connecting neighbors with neighbors through homemade meal delivery.” Lasagna Love was founded by Rhiannon Menn in San Diego at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in May 2020. Menn was looking for a way to help moms in her community, and she and her toddler started making and delivering meals to families in the neighborhood who were struggling. Lasagna Love earned 501c3 nonprofit status in November 2020. The mission of Lasagna Love is “not only to help address the incredible rise in food insecurity among families, but also to provide a simple act of love and kindness during a time full of uncertainty and stress.” Since it began, Lasagna Love has delivered more than 100,000 lasagnas helping feed more than 450,000 people. There are more than 20,000 volunteers located in all 50 states. People can either sign themselves up to receive a lasagna or nominate someone they know in need. They are then matched with a local lasagna chef volunteer, who will coordinate a delivery time and date. The lasagna is free and dropped off via a safe, contactless delivery. Regional leader Michelle Wright of Elgin said volunteers are needed in the DeKalb County area. “There are 90 people in the area that are not matched with a chef,” Wright said. “There is a very high need for chefs or sponsors.” A sponsor can donate money to help cover the cost of ingredients for a lasagna. Alvarez first heard about Lasagna Love from her

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Michelle Wright, Lasagna Love regional leader, delivers a homemade lasagna Sept. 26 in Sycamore. daughter, who lives in Bloomington. “I signed up, thought I’d do it once, and realized that it was really easy,” she said. “Now I make a lasagna every other week.” Alvarez uses her mom’s lasagna recipe, and it takes 30 to 45 minutes to prepare the dish. Her recipe includes lasagna noodles, tomato sauce, ground beef or Italian sausage, cottage cheese, egg and mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. “The ingredients cost about $10, and sometimes I can make two smaller lasagnas instead of one big one,” she said. Alvarez said she enjoys making lasagnas and considers it a comfort food. “It reminds me of my childhood because it’s a dish my mom would make,” she said. “And you can easily make it a nice dinner by adding some bread or a salad.” Wright, who has made about 125 lasagnas since March, uses her family’s favorite lasagna recipe. It includes lasagna noodles, tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, garlic, Italian seasoning, carrots, bell peppers, ricotta cheese, egg and choice of meat: vegetarian, ground beef, ground sausage or ground turkey.

“People can make dietary requests and can even request other items, like pot roast, spaghetti and meatballs and mac and cheese,” she said. “But lasagna is always a great choice. It’s easy to make, stays well for leftovers and even tastes better the next day. Lasagna is very filling. It’s a food that fills you up.” Hoffman said she was “extremely appreciative and thankful” to receive a lasagna. “It’s a reminder that there are kind people out there who will go out of their way to help you; you’re not alone,” she said. “I just want to say ‘thank you.’ I appreciate your kindness so much. You are really taking a load off of our plate. I guess that’s pretty literal, but it’s true. It was really timely and meant a lot to receive a nice hot meal when I did.” Wright said that what she likes about the mission is that it’s more than just food. “It’s people in the community helping others,” she said. “All the lasagnas made are delivered locally. You’re helping your neighbor. It’s warming hearts, as well as filling stomachs.” For more information about Lasagna Love, visit www.lasagnalove.org.

THE MIDWEEK DeKALB – Joseph Glidden saw his newly built home completed 160 years ago this year. Visitors can celebrate the occasion on Sunday, Oct. 10. That day, from noon to 4 p.m., visitors can tour Joseph Glidden’s Home and Homestead where barbed wire was invented, see a working blacksmith shop, and visit the 1870s brick barn. Programs at Glidden Homestead are made possible in part by the Mary E. Stevens Concert and Lecture Fund. In 1860, Joseph Glidden, his wife Lucinda, and his daughter Elva lived in a cabin that dated from the time of Joseph’s arrival in DeKalb in 1845. At a site on Glidden’s property just west of the cabin, Joseph, then 48, hired Jacob Haish, 35, to build a new home just as the Civil War began. It’s thought that the design for the Glidden home comes from an architectural pattern book, but exactly which book is unknown. “The Illinois House of Representatives and the State Senate recently recognized the 160th anniversary of the home,” Rob Glover, executive director of Glidden Homestead, said in a news release. “Everyone is invited to see and tour the home and join in the celebration here.” This year’s theme is “A Treasure at 160″ since 2021 marks the 160th anniversary of Joseph Glidden’s home. A National Register of Historic Place site, it is the home where Glidden lived when he invented barbed wire. The home was extensively remodeled in 1910 by a prominent architect and continued as a

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The Glidden Homestead in DeKalb is celebrating its 160th anniversary. Glidden family residence until it became a museum in 1998. Joseph Glidden developed barbed wire in DeKalb in 1873 and went on to patent numerous other inventions. Barbed wire production continued at the homestead site through the winter of 1873 into the spring of 1874, when the operation moved into town. Glidden built the Glidden House Hotel in downtown DeKalb that opened in 1877. In June 1879, J.F.

Glidden Publishing bought the DeKalb County Chronicle that had been started earlier that year. Glidden was mayor of DeKalb from 1881-1883. The Glidden Homestead, located at 921 W. Lincoln Highway, is taking reservations for tours. Admission is $4 per adult and free for children younger than 14. For more information, visit www.gliddenhomestead.org, email info@gliddenhomestead.org or call 815-756-7904.

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100+ Women donate $13K to Project Seth THE MIDWEEK The DeKalb County chapter of 100+ Women Who Care recently voted to award $13,000 to Project Seth, the latest recipient of its Greatest Impact Award. Project Seth is an organization in DeKalb County that focuses on reducing and preventing suicide, especially in young people. According to a news release, since its inception in November 2014, the DeKalb County chapter of 100+ Women Who Care has raised $347,600 for local grassroots charities and organizations in DeKalb County. 100+ Women Who Care is a group of approximately 132 women who meet four times a year to make financial contributions to local charities. At each meeting, members nominate three local charities. After listening to presentations from each charity, members vote for the winner they feel most deserves the Greatest Impact Award. All of the donations go directly to local charities. Project Seth provides young adults with the tools to seek help from reliable local resources and hold public events to publicize warning signs of suicide and depression. Project Seth is a 501(c)(3) charity that funds classes for counselors, teachers, emergency response personnel and parents on the signs of depression and other mental health concerns in young people. The organization has helped nearly 125 people in the last six years take the Youth Mental Health First Aide class free of charge. It’s also helped others take the ASIST class, which is a two-day program that

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The DeKalb County chapter of 100+ Women Who Care recently presented $13,000 to Project Seth, the latest recipient of its Greatest Impact Award. Pictured (from left) are Darla Massier, Mary Beth Van Buer, Laura Bartosik and Vicki Panke. teaches how to save a life through talking with and interacting with someone in distress. Project Seth provides counseling assistance to families who do not have the means to pay for services and provides materials to schools, so students have reference

information that may help themselves or a friend. Project Seth has seen an increased need for its services during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the news release. For more information, visit projectseth.org.

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LOOKING BACK

9 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is still investigating one of the largest fish kills in the county. An alderman spotted a number of dead fish by the College Avenue Bridge and called city officials. It was the second time in less than a week that officials had been in DeKalb. In September, 24 EPA officials estimated 200 to 300 fish died from lack of oxygen in the Kishwaukee in the Huber Park area.

Fire, believed to have been caused from sparks from the chimney set fire to the roof of the house on North Third Street owned by Jacob Haish and occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Gust Carlson. The fire had gained considerable headway before being discovered, and considerable chemical was necessary before the fire was extinguished. Mr. Haish, sitting in his home across the street, came out to investigate but when he saw the fire was in the roof, quickly returned to his easy chair. The damage will not exceed $25. Chicago, Ill. – Mrs. Louis Vaughn Merritt, 83, bride of four months, today sued Samuel Merritt, 82 for divorce. This is what they told the judge. She: “He was very cruel. He drove me out of his home.” He: “She vamped me.” This is what they told L. J. Legner, license clerk, four months ago: She: “Love has no age.” He: “Love never grows old.” They met at a G.A.R. picnic. In the window of the First National Bank is a large picture drawn by the architect, showing how the township high school will look when the proposed addition has been completed. The building according to the architect’s drawing will present a far better appearance when the improvements are made. Work of building culverts may be accomplished this fall, thus doing away with considerable delay next spring. Contractor Jacks, building the north and south cement road, has the Sycamore road closed. The work of building the culverts it is understood, will take about 30 days’ time and possibly longer and it is predicted by some that the road will not be open until about Thanksgiving time. Corn picking has started in earnest on many farms in this vicinity, many of the farmers using the corn picking machines. Now that the first heavy frost has been reported, it is likely that those not having machines will get busy and the snappers and the bag board will be in evidence. Most of the corn around here is standing very well and machine work is an easy task. The fellows who will snap corn this fall will not have much stooping to do on this account. Due to the quick thinking of the gateman at Fourth Street yesterday afternoon, some auto owner, whose

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Downtown Sycamore at State Street and California Street looking west is pictured in 1950 for a 1951 plan of Sycamore.

name was not obtainable today, still remains in possession of his car. The 5:27 train would have smashed the car into kindling wood if the gateman had not flagged the passenger. The car in trying to get across the crossing became lodged between the rails and the planks and was not able to get out on its own power. The gateman grabbed his danger lantern and flagged the train while several fellows got hold of the car and extricated it from the rails.

1946 – 75 YEARS AGO

A freight car loaded down with sacked barley fractured a drawbar at Cortland about 2:30 o’clock yesterday afternoon. The car jumped the tracks and for a distance of about 50 feet one section of track was torn up. A wrecker was called out from Chicago and after working for several hours had the car back on the tracks. A crew worked from mid-afternoon to after midnight before the damaged section of the tracks could be repaired. Traffic on the road was forced to use the cross-over system during the period that the repair work was being done. Last August, a suit was filed in the Circuit Court at Sycamore by the Burlington and Quincy railroad asking that the court review action of the Illinois Department of Aeronautics in granting Roger S. Vincent of Sandwich a class one airport. In recent action, the suit has been settled out of court. The railroad objected to the airport on the grounds that the manner in which it was laid out proved to be a menace to trains and

their personnel. Anticipating the largest entry since the organization of the club, the Kishwaukee Rabbit and Cavy Breeders are making final preparations of the fall table show which will be staged at Hopkins Park on Oct. 6. Bernard Seifer, president of the Diamond Wire and Cable Co., announced yesterday that the war plant, known as the south mill operated by the Anaconda Wire and Cable Co. during the war, will begin operations approximately Nov. 1. The south mill was sold to the Diamond Wire firm recently by the War Assets Administration. At the present time officials are working on building up the organization that will be at the Sycamore plant. Sycamore’s airport east of the Community Park may be plowed under the ground Oct. 16. An unfortunate situation has developed in which Darrel Carls, manager of the port, could not obtain the lease from the Leader Oil Company.

1971 – 50 YEARS AGO

Construction of 15,000 square feet of new office space and the remodeling of existing offices at the DeKalb County Farm Bureau building has been announced. The building program is expected to start this week. An 8,200-square-foot addition will be made in what is now the southwest parking lot. A basement auditorium, storage areas, and offices will be included in the plans for the addition.

In the latter years of the 19th century, superfluous embellishment ornamented the homes of the prospering country. This means of attracting attention to one’s home was called the “gingerbread” treatment. There was no one who loved this more than Jacob Haish. His own home, and those he built for others in DeKalb, included a distinct type of this white scrollwork trim. It was his mark of distinction.

1996 – 25 YEARS AGO

Since the Senior Services Center in DeKalb was founded 24 years ago by the Family Service Agency, it has evolved into a multi-purpose center, offering diverse services to persons 60 years of age and older throughout DeKalb County. The senior population of DeKalb County has grown significantly during the last 15 years, and the center has had to change and expand in order to meet the changing needs of the county’s’ senior population. Barb City Manor, 680 Haish Blvd., represents a different concept in affordable retirement living with security, dignity and independence. It is not a nursing home, but rather a modern facility (the former DeKalb Public Hospital) redesigned to accommodate singles or couples, 60 and over, who are ambulatory and who desire to lead an active life. One Genoa Company believes it has struck black gold, not by tapping into oil, but in the scrap rubber from the millions of tires that would otherwise find their way into landfills or incinerators. PaceMat and its partners in the once abandoned Falls Products building are converting the used rubber taken from retreaded tires into rubber mats for a variety of uses such as rubberized railroad crossings, even a softer ground cover for school playgrounds.

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The DeKalb County History Center is launching a family program series, “Hands-on History,” on Saturday, Oct. 9, with “Go Crazy for Corn.”

History Center launching ‘Hands-on History’ series THE MIDWEEK The DeKalb County History Center is launching a new series for families called “Hands-on History.” On the second Saturday of the month throughout the year, stop by the History Center for a wide variety of engaging activities connected to the new exhibit “History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects.” The first program is called “Go Crazy for Corn,” and will be held between 1 and 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9. The first program is connected to DeKalb Ag’s logo. Children will learn fun facts about DeKalb Ag and its flying ear of corn logo, shell corn by hand, make a corn craft, and see why corn is so important to both DeKalb County’s past and future.

“Parents are often nervous about taking their children to a history museum because they worry that their child might be bored or won’t understand the exhibits,” Michelle Donahoe, history center executive director, said in a news release. “We want families to feel welcome at the History Center. The new Hands-on History series will help children get excited about their local history.” “Go Crazy for Corn” is geared to children in first through fourth grade. Registration is strongly encouraged at dekalbcountyhistory.org. This first program is free, while there will be a charge of $5 per child for future programs (with a cap of $20 per family). The History Center is located at 1730 N. Main St. in Sycamore. For more information, call 815-895-5762.

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THE MIDWEEK SYCAMORE – Each year, charitable Funds at the DeKalb County Community Foundation generate scholarship awards ranging from $250 to $10,000 for DeKalb County high school graduates. In 2021, scholarship awards combined with renewals totaled $162,185 in distributions. These awards come from a variety of Funds at the foundation, each with its own eligibility criteria and a story of creation. “Coming out of such an unprecedented year, it is rewarding to know that

these scholarships will provide an educational opportunity for more than 100 students across DeKalb County,” Tiffany McQueen Lewis, grants director, said in a news release. “We hope the scholarship awards produce confidence in these students, knowing that their community is behind them and supports their educational and career goals.” 2021 scholarship awards from Community Foundation funds: • Sycamore High School - 37 scholarships from 30 funds totaling $51,690 awarded • DeKalb High School - 51 scholar-

ships from 32 different funds totaling $48,270 awarded • Indian Creek High School - four scholarships from four funds totaling $3,650 awarded • Somonauk High School- one scholarship from one fund totaling $500 awarded • Genoa-Kingston High School- three scholarships from two funds totaling $1,350 awarded • Sandwich High School- two scholarships from one fund totaling $3,000 awarded • Renewals and other scholarships -

from a variety of funds totaling $53,725 awarded The administration for the majority of these scholarship awards takes place within local high schools. Students are encouraged to contact their high school counseling department with questions or for application information. Learn more about scholarship funds at the Community Foundation by visiting dekalbccf.org/scholarships. For questions or more information on scholarships, contact the foundation at 815-748-5383 or grants@dekalbccf.org.

New president named at Kishwaukee, Valley West hospitals THE MIDWEEK DeKALB – Northwestern Medicine has named Maura O’Toole the new president of Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee and Valley West hospitals. O’Toole has more than 25 years of health care leadership experience, most recently serving as vice president of operations at Northwestern Medi-

cine Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield. “Maura has a proven track record as an enthusiastic leader who inspires people to be their best,” Kevin Poorten, senior vice president, Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, said in a news release. “Under her experienced guidance, Kishwaukee Hospital and Valley West Hospital will continue our mission of always putting the patient

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NIU offers family-friendly STEAM Studio sessions THE MIDWEEK DeKALB – On Saturdays through Oct. 16, NIU STEAM is offering Saturday STEAM Studio sessions for the whole family. Two-hour sessions in the morning or afternoon offer families the chance to explore design and build an air-powered rocket or try out basic coding. The cost is $10 per family of four, plus $2 for each additional family member. Learn more and register at NIUSTEAMStudio.com. Adults should stay for the whole session – projects are designed so adults and children work together. Recommended ages are simply a guide to help gauge the difficulty of activities, not a strict requirement. Siblings of different ages are encouraged to work together along with caregivers or adult family members. These sessions will lead up to STEM Fest, a free family event on Oct. 23 celebrating science, technology, engineering and math with live science demo shows, hands-on learning activities and expert speakers. On Oct. 9, families can choose a morning or afternoon session of “Backyard Rocket Science,” where participants will build, launch and race their own air-powered rockets. Students will construct their own launch pad and rocket and will be able to take them home after class. This session is recommended for grades 3-5, with adult family members. On Oct. 16, families will have a choice of two different coding sessions. From 10 a.m. to noon, “Sphero

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Read to Rover returns to DeKalb Public Library THE MIDWEEK DeKALB – Collies Annie and Emma love to hear stories and spend time with children at the DeKalb Public Library. They can’t wait for library visitors to read to them. Either Annie or Emma, both Canine Good Citizens, will visit the library for one hour to listen to children read.

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Facebook donates to DeKalb robotics program THE MIDWEEK DeKALB – A $12,000 donation made by Facebook to DeKalb School District 428 will support robotics programs in three schools. The $12,042 donation will go to the robotics clubs at DeKalb High School, Clinton Rosette Middle School and Huntley Middle School, allowing stu-

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Indian Valley Theatre names ‘Dracula, the Musical’ cast THE MIDWEEK Indian Valley Theatre in Sandwich named the cast and production team for its first production since 2019. “Dracula, the Musical” will be directed by Kyle Carr. Producer will be Linda Johnson and musical director is Joseph Tassone. The cast includes: Count Dracula, Darren Whaley; Van Helsing, Joseph Tassone; Mina Seward, Stephanie Sus; Sam Seward, Jim Steadman;

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THE MIDWEEK Malerie Schumaker, a resident of Malta, has accepted the newly created role of alumni relations manager with the Kishwaukee College Foundation. In her role, Schumaker will work to connect and engage with alumni while building a sustainable program for long-term donor relations. “We are very excited to welcome Malerie to our foundation team to help keep Kish’s robust alumni network connected with the college, the foundation and each other,” Kayte Hamel, foundation executive director, said in a news release. Schumaker was raised in Malta and attended Kishwaukee College while pursuing her bachelor’s degree. While attending Northern Illinois University, she took part in the study abroad program in Germany, where she met her

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Kapper Scholarship awarded to Kayla Baum of DeKalb THE MIDWEEK SYCAMORE – A DeKalb High School graduate studying to be a physical therapist was recently awarded a scholarship through the Ed & Kim Kapper Physical Therapy Fund. The scholarship and fund is in its first year, with Kayla Baum of DeKalb, the inaugural recipient after it was established through the DeKalb County Community Foundation in 2020. The fund honors the memory of Ed Kapper and provides support for a high school graduate of a DeKalb County school who is attending an accredited physical therapy program at an accredited college or university. Baum is a 2016 graduate of DHS. She attended Northern Illinois University and graduated in 2019 with a bachelor’s

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Guided walking tour of College Avenue offered THE MIDWEEK The DeKalb County History Center is offering a new guided tour led by Stephen Bigolin along College Avenue in DeKalb. On Sunday, Oct. 10, participants can discover the stories connected to the many historic buildings in this DeKalb neighborhood. This is the last guided walking tour of the season. At the turn of the 19th century, this neighborhood was DeKalb’s most sought-after place to live. Many up-and-coming business people, as well as the Northern Illinois University president and early professors built houses here. The area was first known as the Ellwood Horseshoe Addition but became the Ellwood Historic Neighborhood in 1996 when it was added to the National Register of His-

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The Community School of the Arts at Northern Illinois University invites musicians age 18 and younger to audition in the annual CSA Sinfonia Concerto Competition. Applications must be received by Oct. 20. Auditions are scheduled in the Recital Hall of the NIU Music Building on Nov. 7 beginning at 2 p.m. One winner receives a $200 cash prize and performs the winning concerto with the youth orchestra as a special guest at the Sinfonia concert on May 11. Linc Smelser directs the CSA Sinfonia, a full youth orchestra that has performed

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