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WEEK IN REVIEW License plate readers to be installed By KATIE FINLON

kfinlon@shawmedia.com DeKALB – DeKalb Police Department officials still are looking to set up a dozen recently approved license plate reader cameras by November as they field surveillance-related concerns from the community. DeKalb Police Chief David Byrd said the cameras, which take pictures of license plates and vet them for information, will better aid criminal investigations for police. However, he said he wanted to be clear LDRs, as law enforcement calls them, are not meant to be used for total community surveillance. “It’s not facial recognition software,” Byrd said. “It’s based more on vehicle ID, license plate ID” that scans in real time. The cameras can be mounted onto a

squad car or something stationary like a highly trafficked intersection and are designed to take photos of license plates as vehicles travel past. The software inside the camera then runs the photo through a database set up by the police department to track plates connected to ongoing investigations. The readers are designed to only flag license plates that are connected to an ongoing crime, a missing person or someone facing criminal charges, city staff said. According to DeKalb city documents, that means the software potentially can flag a stolen car or identify a person wanted for a crime, and also can capture vehicles leaving the scene of a 911 emergency in progress. “It would be routed to our communication system, which then will be routed out

to the field and then officers will respond,” Byrd said. Byrd said he received emails from some residents who were worried about random vehicle tracking. He added that is “not what this is for” and the technology is “for us to combat criminal activity within the city of the DeKalb.” “So this is not about ‘my license plates suspended, my license plate is expired.’ That is not with this will be used for,” Byrd said. “We are only using this resource for felonious vehicles. They come into the city of DeKalb, and at that point, that’s when the whole process will be triggered.” The update comes after the DeKalb City Council unanimously approved a five-year contract for 12 license plate readers from CDS Genetec, with the total cost $145,865, during an Oct. 11 meeting.

Webb appointed to County Board District 9 seat By KATIE FINLON

kfinlon@shawmedia.com DeKALB – A longtime fixture in the DeKalb area community is the likely successor to represent DeKalb on the DeKalb County Board after the seat recently was vacated. Neill Mohammad, former representative for DeKalb County Board District 9, which includes the city of DeKalb, said he resigned from his seat effective Sept. 30. Ellingsworth Webb, a DeKalb resident who has been active in community service for decades, was nominated as his successor during the Oct. 20 County Board meeting. Mohammad said he recently got engaged and relocated to Las Vegas, since his fiancée and her children live there full-time. He

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added being involved in DeKalb County politics “really was a privilege,” especially with the county’s involved constituents. “It was a hard decision. It was hard to walk away from County Board and that public service,” Mohammad said. “I think it’s really important and I had a good time doing it.” Webb said he heard recently that Mohammad relocated to Las Vegas. Shortly thereafter, Webb was nominated by the DeKalb County Democratic Party to be appointed to the seat. “And so I’ve been learning as fast as I can,” Webb said. Webb has been involved in several local organizations and community groups, he said. He’s the board treasurer of DeKalb County Community Gardens. He works

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with the Belonging initiative with the city of DeKalb and Northern Illinois University, and previously has worked with the DeKalb County Youth Services Bureau. He said he started to warm up to the idea of serving on the County Board after talking through the decision with friends and family. “It’s just a continuation of things I currently do to help make the community better,” Webb said. Webb – who also has taken part in recent Annie Glidden North neighborhood meetings addressing issues such as public transportation access and crime – said he also will take over Mohammad’s county committee assignments to the health and services committee and law and justice committee.

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ON THE COVER Amber Godinsky of Sycamore and her two dogs, Tallulah (left) and Penelope, won the best owner/pet costume combo during DeKalb Park District’s Howl-O-Ween! dog costume contest on Oct. 23. See story, page 6. Photo by Katrina J.E. Milton kmilton@shawmedia.com

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THE MIDWEEK “Faces of Belonging,” a group exhibition of photographs by Amy Fleming, Edwin Perez-Hernandez, Jacob Rivera, Emma Vitallo and Maeve Wallace, has opened at Northern Illinois University’s School of Art and Design. The exhibition is curated by Jessica Labatte, associate professor of art at NIU. The photographs will be on display in the Annette and Jerry Johns Gallery on the second floor of Jack Arends Hall through Nov. 2. The gallery is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. “Faces of Belonging” is a photographic project that promotes “belonging” amongst individuals who live, work and study in DeKalb. The community is inhabited by diverse individuals, each contributing their own unique perspectives and varied life experiences to DeKalb. The project honors the faces and voices of community members who work to create a sense of belonging. The photographic portraits show individuals who work to create a sense of belonging for others in the community. Some of these environmental por-

into what belonging means and how to create a sense of belonging for everyone. Whether that is through social justice work, promoting equity, mentoring, or ensuring the safety of the community, each of these individuals make DeKalb a more welcoming place to be. Visitors are invited to contribute to a participatory project by writing their answer to the prompt “How do YOU define BELONGing?” on a large mural in the gallery space. “Faces of Belonging” is in collaboration with Monique Bernoudy, Andy Dolan, Jennifer Groce, Paul Kassel, Mariano Spizzirri and Sophia Varcados. The project was funded through a Healing Illinois Grant from the State of Illinois Department of Human Services and the DeKalb County Community Foundation in partnership with Family Service Agency, City of DeKalb, Ellwood House Museum, DeKalb County Photo provided History Center, and Northern Illinois “Faces of Belonging,” a group exhibition of photographs, is on display at Northern Illinois University to help co-create a culture University’s Annette and Jerry Johns Gallery through Nov. 2. of belonging in the community. A full list of belonging projects can traits were made in locations in the community gathered to celebrate the be found at cityofdekalb.com DeKalb area that create a sense of community and honor its diversity. Visit the “Faces of Belonging” projbelonging for the individuals. Other Excerpts from interviews conducted ect website at www.belongingdekalb. were taken at public events where the with participants share their insights com for more images and interviews.

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ON THE RECORD ... with Richard Sterban Who would you like to see go on the record? Let us know at readit@midweeknews.com DeKALB – If you’re familiar with The Oak Ridge Boys’ song “Elvira,” Richard Sterban is the bass singer, with the low voice in the group. He sings the bridge of the song, “Giddy up, oom poppa, omm poppa, mow mow.” But Sterban hasn’t always been a member of The Oak Ridge Boys. Before he joined the quartet, he was a backup singer for Elvis Presley. Sterban has been the bass singer with the iconic country and gospel music quartet The Oak Ridge Boys since 1972. Sterban, who is originally from New Jersey, traveled to Memphis and toured with J.D. Sumner & The Stamps Quartet, who sang backup for Elvis. Photo provided In 1972, Sterban decided to leave the Elvis gig and joined The Oak Ridge Boys. Richard Sterban, bass singer for The Oak The quartet has featured the same Ridge Boys singers since 1973: lead singer Duane Allen, tenor Joe Bonsall, baritone Wil- has scored 12 gold, three platinum, and one double platinum album – plus liam Lee Golden and bass Richard one double platinum single – and had Sterban. more than a dozen national No. 1 sinTheir hits include the country-pop chart-topper “Elvira,” as well as “Bob- gles and over 30 Top 10 hits. The Oak Ridge Boys will perform at bie Sue,” “Dream On,” “Thank God for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Kids,” “American Made,” “I Guess It Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St. in Never Hurts to Hurt Sometimes,” DeKalb. Ticket prices range from $45 “Fancy Free,” “Gonna Take a Lot of to $75 and can be purchased online at River” and many others. The group

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https://egyptiantheatre.org, at the box office from 3 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays or by calling 815-758-1215. Sterban spoke to MidWeek reporter Katrina Milton from the back of the band’s bus, as he was traveling on The Oak Ridge Boys’ “Elvira 40 Tour,” which celebrates the hit song’s 40th anniversary. Milton: Tell me about your singing career. Sterban: I joined The Oak Ridge Boys in 1972, and for two years prior to that I sang in a group called J.D. Sumner & The Stamps Quartet. I actually sang with the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis. I happened to be in the right place in the right place. Milton: How did you wind up singing backup for Elvis? Sterban: They were friends, J.D. and Elvis, and Elvis was looking to hire a new backup group. He hired J.D. & The Stamps. I happened to be in the group. I found myself a young guy in my 20s all of a sudden on stage with the biggest star in the world. It was very exciting to be a part of it. I have some very fond memories. I got to know Elvis just a little bit, and it was a

very special time in my life. Many years have passed, and I am very glad I was able to experience that. Milton: How did you join The Oak Ridge Boys? Sterban: This is a great story, too. I was singing with Elvis and just out of the clear blue sky one day, I got a phone call from William Lee Golden, a member of our group. He’s the guy with the long beard. He called me up in 1972, and back then, he did not have the long beard. He was Mr. GQ all the way. He called me and told me the bass singer in The Oak Ridge Boys was getting out of the group and didn’t want to travel anymore. They wondered if I was interested in the job. I was on top of the world singing with Elvis. I had to make a decision about what to do. Milton: What made you decide to join The Oak Ridge Boys? Sterban: I was a big fan of The Oak Ridge Boys. I loved the music they were making, and I wanted to be a part of it. I made the decision back in 1972 to leave Elvis and join The Oak Ridge Boys. Back then, a lot of people questioned my decision, leaving Elvis.

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Milton: What are some experiences you’ve had touring with the band? Sterban: We have had so many great experiences. One thing that sticks out in my mind was getting to know several presidents of the United States, included George Bush Sr. A highlight of our career was actually singing at his funeral. We got to meet George Bush when he was the vice president of the United States. Ronald Regan was president at the time, and he invited The Oak Ridge Boys to perform at the congressional barbecue on the lawn of the White House. We were doing a rehearsal, a sound check, and while we were doing that, a tall gentleman crossed the lawn, came up on stage and introduced himself as Vice President George Bush. He let us

got on a private jet, flew to Houston, and we got there early, early in the morning, just in time to go to the hotel, take a shower and go to the church. We were able to be there to sing “Amazing Grace” at his funeral. It was a very emotional experience. We then took that same private jet and flew back to Kennewick, Washington, and did another Christmas show. We did it all in 24 hours without getting any sleep. We were able to keep our promise.

Milton: Tell me more about your friendship with George Bush. Sterban: Through the years, we also got to know his wife Barbara Bush, and we sang many times for him while he was president. They are two of the greatest people you’ll ever meet, politics aside. It was a special thing. We sang for him and his family many times, even after he left the White House. He always requested his favorite song, which was “Amazing Grace.” He loved that hymn. Not too long before he died, he asked us if we would sing “Amazing Grace” at his funeral and we promised him that we would.

Milton: Tell me about the song “Elvira.” Sterban: This year is the 40th anniversary of our song “Elvira.” Yes, it’s a special song, our signature song. It’s the song everyone hopes to hear at our concerts. The song was written by Dallas Frasier. … He wrote the song 17 years even before we recorded it. I remember being in the studio the day we were recording the song. It felt really good, like it would be a hit. The song went down very easily and we got it in two or three takes. I don’t think we realized how big of a record it was going to be until the very first time we performed the song in person. I mentioned Spokane, Washington, a little while ago. We were performing at the opera house there, and right in the middle of the show, we decided to try “Elvira” out on the audience to see what kind of reaction we would get. They would

Milton: Were you able to keep that promise? Sterban: When he died, we were in Spokane, Washington, during the middle of our Christmas show. We

not stop cheering and clapping. We had to encore two or three times in the middle of the show. We later added it to the end of the show, and they encored it again and again. We knew had a special song on our hands and we had to get that song out. Recorded it in 1981, and it became the largest record that year and one of the largest records of country music. Milton: Tell me about your new music. Sterban: Our latest album is “Front Porch Singin’,” not singing with a g, it’s singin’. There’s a difference. The recording studio is now open, we just have to abide by the protocols. [Producer] Dave Cobb said to us, “What I want to do is record a project that sounds like four guys just kind of gathering on a front porch singing in a very informal way, with very little structure to it.” We found some great songs for this project. We hadn’t seen each other in several months and came up with a project that turned out very, very well. The new album has some old songs, familiar songs everyone can sing along to, as well as some brand new songs. I think the most important thing is that it’s very meaningful. It’s the kind of songs I think we need to hear today. Working with a guy like Dave Cobb, even though we’re classic country, allows us to keep up with the times.

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I followed my heart. And almost 50 years later, when I look back, I think I made a pretty good decision. Standing in the dark doing background vocals, nobody cared who I was back then. I believed I was doing the right thing. Now 50 years later, there have been a lot of great things that happened in our career. We’re in the same Hall of Fame as Elvis. You see our four faces in bronze and you see Elvis, Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, some of the biggest names of country music.

know that he was a big fan of country music and of us, but he wouldn’t be able to attend the show tonight. He asked us if we would be willing to play a few songs. He started listing deep tracks, album cuts, he was not naming the hits. We realized that he was familiar with our music. He was telling us the truth when he said he was a big fan. That afternoon, we held a mini concert right there, and that day we established a friendship with him that lasted until his death.

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BARK IN THE PARK Howl-O-Ween! costume contest marks opening of new off-leash area at Katz Park By KATRINA J.E. MILTON kmilton@shawmedia.com

eKALB – On Saturday morning, a variety of wild animals were roaming loose in Katz Park in DeKalb, including a giant ladybug, two tigers, as well as numerous hot dogs and tacos. The park was the location of the DeKalb Park District’s Howl-O-Ween!, a free costume contest for dogs. The contest featured three categories: most “Spook-tacular,” “Howling with Laughter” and best owner/pet costume combo. The winners each won gift baskets donated by Raising Cane’s. Most “Spook-tacular” was awarded to Carli Klein of DeKalb’s dog Theo, who was dressed as a skeleton. “Howling with Laughter” was awarded to Steve Walent of DeKalb’s dog Buster, who was dressed as a fighter pilot. The best owner/pet costume combo was awarded to Amber Godinsky of Sycamore, who dressed as Little Bo Peep and her two dogs, Tallulah and Penelope, wore homemade sheep costumes. Godinsky said she saw the idea for the costumes online and used baby onesies to make her dogs’ outfits. Her dad will wear a similar costume and go with Tallulah to work as “Little Joe Peep.” “I dress them up often, not just for Halloween,” Godinsky said. “They also wear my old American Girl doll clothes. They always go out looking like little divas.” Pete Stawinoga of DeKalb dressed as a safari guide and Dawn Basik and their two dogs Del and Bella dressed as tigers. Jennifer Wells of Sycamore dressed as Lilo from Disney’s “Lilo and Stitch,” and her 11-year-old son Gabriel and their 10-year-old dog Teddy Bear dressed as Stitch. Janelle Townley of DeKalb dressed as a bumble bee and her 2-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog Daisy dressed as a ladybug. Emily Tsai of DeKalb dressed as a prison guard and her dog Mocha dressed as a prisoner. The Halloween costume event also marked the park district’s grand opening of the new off-leash natural area at Katz Park. The 9-acre space opened to the public in mid-October. “The new area is completely fenced in, and there’s a path around the entire acreage,” Recreation Supervi-

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Bliss Eash, a student at Northern Illinois University, gives treats to dogs during DeKalb Park District’s Howl-O-Ween! dog costume contest. The event was held Saturday, Oct. 23, in Katz Park. sor Chrissy Tluczek said. “There are nature trails throughout to walk on. It was created as an off-leash area for dogs, but people are welcome to walk through as well. It is an additional area where dogs can roam free and explore.” Bliss Eash, a student at Northern Illinois University, visits Katz Dog Park every day with her dog Ollie, a 1-month-old black Labrador. Ollie was dressed as a pumpkin for the costume contest. “We’ve already explored the new area, and it’s nice,” Eash said. “I’m sure we’ll be walking there pretty often.” Katz Park is located at 393 W. Dresser Road in DeKalb. In addition to the dog park, the park offers barbecue grills, an open air shelter, picnic tables, a playground, a skate park and softball fields. For more information about Katz Park, visit dekalbparkdistrict.com.

Madison Kinner of DeKalb dressed as a hot dog vendor while his family dog Suzie, a Parson Russell terrier, was costumed as a hot dog during DeKalb Park District’s Howl-OWeen! dog costume contest on Oct. 23.

Pete Stawingoa of DeKalb dressed as a safari guide and Dawn Basik and their two dogs, Del and Bella, wore tiger costumes during DeKalb Park District’s Howl-O-Ween! dog costume contest.

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Egyptian welcomes back Recycled Percussion THE MIDWEEK DeKALB – The Egyptian Theatre will welcome Recycled Percussion back to its stage on Friday, Nov. 12. This high-energy, family-friendly show will begin at 8 p.m. Since the band formed in 1995, they have been unstoppable. Their junk rock music became a national phenomenon week after week during their performances on “America’s Got Talent” in 2009. Playing more than 6,000 shows and more than 400 corporate events in more than 15 countries, the group also has made guest appearances on “Carson Daly,” “The Today Show,” “China’s Got Talent” and the Latin Grammy Awards.

After being featured on the cover of USA Today and being voted National Act of the Year six times, the band gained worldwide recognition. The band’s show incorporates everyday items such as power tools, ladders, buckets and trashcans, turning them into percussion instruments with widely varying sounds. Ticket prices start at $25. Tickets can be purchased at the Egyptian Theatre box office during box office hours (3 to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, online at www.egyptiantheatre.org or by calling the box office at 815-758-1225. The Egyptian Theatre, located at 135 N. Second St. in downtown DeKalb, is owned and operated by Preservation of Egyptian Theatre Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce’s annual Spooktacular trick-or-treating event is back and ready to roll into downtown DeKalb in time for Halloween. Sponsored by T-Mobile, the event will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, with the route from Locust

Street to the railroad tracks, and First to Fourth streets. Trick-or-treating will not cross First or Fourth street intersections. Participants are encouraged to dress up and walk along the shops downtown to trick-or-treat. For information on the free event, go to dekalb.org/spooktacular or call 815756-6306. – The MidWeek

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9 since the First State Bank of Maple Park was chartered by the State of Illinois, there have been many changes. From the days of horses to our modern transportation, from the record keeping by hand to our modern machines, all these have been instrumental in the growth of this bank.

An old wolf which has been committing depredations in Afton Township by killing sheep and chickens has gone to the happy hunting grounds, having been shot by Bernard Donnelly last Sunday. Mr. Donnelly produced the scalp at the office of the clerk and received the bounty order for $10.

Twenty boys and girls at the Northern Illinois University Laboratory School now know the difference between a halter and a bridle and between a Western saddle and an English saddle. The 9-yearolds in Intermediate Cluster D also learned much more about horses and experienced mounting, dismounting and riding in their just-completed two-week “mini course” on horsemanship.

Tomorrow and Thursday will see the public demonstration of a motor-driven road patrol or grader at Elva, according to Arthur Russel, county superintendent of highways. The machine according to Mr. Russel is one of the most modern of road grading equipment driven by electric motor and conveniently handled on all roads. Judge V. A. Glidden has disposed of his John Street home which he purchased several months ago to Mrs. Castle. Judge and Mrs. Glidden will take the apartment on North Third Street in the building owned by Bailey Rosette. The judge says the folks will be near town and there will be less work for his wife and also himself. Friday was horse sale day in DeKalb but not one animal was purchased by Chicago buyers. Several horses were brought into the barns of Martin Brock, but the Chicago men were willing to offer but a few cents on the dollar for what the owners asked. As an example of the way prices on horseflesh were reported Friday, Martin Brock tells of selling a horse to a farmer three years ago for $160. Yesterday he brought the same horse, and in apparently as good condition, sold it for $10. Brock believes that the end of horse sale days in DeKalb is not far away as there seems to be little interest shown in the day of automobiles and tractors.

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Friends in this vicinity have been interested in the report from California telling of Raymond E. David and his sonin-law, William J. Stacher, landing a huge 63 1/2-pound salmon recently. The fish was landed from the Sacramento River Bridge at Anderson and Davis had to wade into the water and catch the line after the huge fish had broken it.

The special exhibition of material illustrating the history of Chicago displayed at the Teachers College by the Museum of History is attracting a great deal of interest. There is an almost constant inspection of the collection by facility and students, individually, or in small groups. Beside a good many townsfolk have been interested visitors.

Although damage estimated at around $100 was caused, burglars who attempted to crack the built-in safe at the Kirkland High School on Wednesday night failed in their attempt. Stewart Mulford of Byron, a safe expert, worked from 5 o’clock yesterday afternoon until 2:30 o’clock this morning before he was able to open the safe. A check showed that the burglars had failed in their attempt to open the safe. The combination had been knocked off the safe and an electric drill had been used in attempting to open the safe. Although the burglars were unable to gain entrance, damaged cause to the safe will run around $100.

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up to five years, Thomas Bailey, investigator in charge of the Evanston area for the alcohol tax unit of the Internal Revenue Bureau, announced. Members of the tax unit were in DeKalb yesterday conducting an intensive campaign to secure the registration of all such weapons, defined as those from which a number of shots or bullets may be discharged with one continuous pull of the trigger. It was stated that until our armed forces were deployed over the world in World War II, guns of the type mentioned presented no particular hazard to law enforcement officers. Now the existence of a large number of automatic weapons in the custody of private individuals is materially increasing the hazard of their falling into the hands of the criminal element through illegal sale gift, transfer or theft. What is believed to be the first litter of German Boxers born in DeKalb County arrived last week, there being seven in the litter. The mother is owned by Mr. and Mrs. M.J. Merdler of Rural Route Two. The mother registered as Garnet of Woodbarr was purchased by the Merdlers at Rockford three years ago. The sire is Champion Lucifer of Nazelaine. It is thought that the litter of German Boxers is the first ever born in this county.

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The First State Bank of Maple Park, will observe an open house, inviting the public to view their newly remodeled quarters. Looking back over the 68 years

The Sandwich Jaycees want to urge all parents and children in Sandwich to follow the recommendations made by Mayor William Francis in his Proclamation. Primarily this means that “trick-ortreat” visits should be conducted between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 30.

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The movement to create a new historic district in DeKalb continued on its way through the process last night as the city’s Landmark Commission set a date to make a preliminary determination on eligibility. A group of residents living in the College, John and Locust Street area petitioned the city last month for the historic district designation. Beginning next school year, many children, and eventually all students, will be required to be immunized against the Hepatitis-B virus. All children, 2 years of age and older, entering a child-care facility or any school-run program below the kindergarten level, will be required to have the immunization. About 35 protesters marched outside the Paperback Grotto, in downtown DeKalb, calling for the removal of the store, sensing opportunity as the city council considers forcing the shop to move. Council is eyeing regulations which would prohibit any new adult-oriented businesses in the downtown area, restrictions which are likely to be approved, as well as a zoning change which would force the Grotto to move elsewhere. – Compiled by Sue Breese

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Promise grants can help the underserved THE MIDWEEK SYCAMORE – Eligible charitable community organizations in DeKalb County are encouraged to apply for a Promise Grant - Subvención de Promesa. The deadline to apply for funding is Nov. 15. Applications and grant guidelines can be found online at dekalbccf.org/promisegrants. Promise Grants support the needs of the underserved and often dismissed populations in DeKalb County. The purpose of the Promise Grant program is to inspire, educate and empower individuals who may experience extraordinary challenges due to their ethnicity, immigration status and abilities. Available dollars for this grant program comes from two funds at the DeKalb County Community Foundation. The Promise Fund-El Fondo de la Promesa and the Howard and Mildred Eychaner Fund. Eloise and Jack Kaeck created The Promise Fund-El Fondo de la Promesa in 2001 to help others. “As a young adult growing up in Virginia, I saw a lot of questionable

behaviors that didn’t sit well with me,” Eloise Kaeck said in a news release. “Today, we have a name for those behaviors; discrimination, social injustice, and unfair labor practices. We want to help people succeed and feel that they belong because they do. Through this fund, we hope to inspire the community to provide hope and opportunity, to understand and experience the true needs of the underserved neighborhoods, and work to address them.” New this year, the grant program receives an extra boost in available dollars thanks to the Howard and Mildred Eychaner Fund, established years ago as a charitable remainder trust for the foundation. The Eychaners grew up in the great depression and worked alongside many other poor people struggling to make ends meet. Over the years, they saw groups of dismissed people working extra hard to survive. For questions or more information on Promise Grants, contact the Community Foundation at 815-748-5383 or grants@dekalbccf.org. Learn more about Promise Grants at dekalbccf. org/promisegrants.

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DeKALB – Stage Coach Players will hold an open house Saturday, Nov. 6, at the theater to honor members who have died. The open house will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. at Stage Coach Theatre, 126 S. Fifth St., to unveil a Memorial Wall for the organization. Refreshments will be served, and there will be a short ceremony at 4 p.m. The event is open to the public. “The photos of so many of our fellow Stage Coachers, both on stage and backstage bring back lovely memories of those wonderful people and plays from years ago,” Jan Kuntz, chair of the 75th Anniversary Committee said in a news release. Current COVID-19 guidelines will be followed. Attendees are asked to wear masks covering both their nose and mouth. For more information on Stage Coach

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THE MIDWEEK Ever want to go behind the scenes at a museum or wonder what is in the closed stacks of an archives? Curious about how and why items are selected to be in an exhibit? The DeKalb County History Center is hosting a general informational meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, for those interested in participating in the center’s Junior Volunteer program. “We have many students who visit the History Center and they are full of wonder and curiosity,” Michelle Donahoe, history center executive director, said in a news release. “We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for students in eighth through 12th grade where they can learn more about our current exhibit ‘History of DeKalb County in 100 Objects’ and take a deeper dive into the stories explored within the display. The students will then create a video or podcast that will be hosted on a Smithsonian website reflecting their research.” This program is part of the Smithsonian’s “Coming Home” project, made possible with funding from Museums on Main Street and the Rural Community Assistance Partnership. In addition to receiving grant money to support the Photo provided project from the Smithsonian, WNIJ’s Yvonne Boose will help train the students on how to conduct an The DeKalb County History Center is offering a Junior Volunteer program for students in eighth through 12th grade. interview using both audio and video equipment. This Students from throughout DeKalb County are ter, 1730 N. Main St. in Sycamore. Regular meetings is an opportunity for students to learn how to use technology in combination with research skills while encouraged to attend. The informational meeting on will be a combination of in-person, hybrid and remote showcasing their work as part of a national project. Nov. 1 will be held at the DeKalb County History Cen- gatherings.

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LaCretia Konan honored with Athena Award By KATRINA J.E. MILTON kmilton@shawmedia.com

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DeKALB – LaCretia Konan describes her work ethic as “I do what I do because that’s who I am.” Konan was named the 2021 Athena Award recipient Oct. 19 during the 32nd annual Athena Award reception at Northern Illinois University’s Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center in DeKalb. The dean of workforce and community education at Kishwaukee College, Konan told the audience that earning this year’s Athena Award lets her know “that you see me, and that means a lot.” “What you say and what you do, it does matter, even if it doesn’t seem like it at the time,” she said. “It doesn’t cost you anything extra to say a kind word or to pour into another person. Because right now, they’re looking at today, but you’re helping them see tomorrow.” Konan also serves on the DeKalb Chamber Executive Board and the Rochelle Retail Advisory Board. She also is a member of Kishwaukee College’s Strategic Planning Steering Committee, Diversity Committee, Dean’s Council and President’s Cabinet, among other leadership roles. Konan described the award as “a

huge, huge honor.” In her acceptance speech, she thanked numerous audience members who she said supported her success, including her mother, son, Kishwaukee College President Laurie Borowitz and the person who nominated her, 2008 Athena Award recipient Jennifer Groce. In a recommendation letter, Borowitz wrote, “As a single parent, going to college and working, she empowers other women to keep focused on their career and educational goal. ... What is most impressive about LaCretia is that no matter what she’s involved in, she is never a passionate bystander. She is involved and committed and gives everything 100%.” Groce said she met Konan at a PTO meeting years ago and thought “that’s the mom I want to be.” “It is her faith in God and people that has grown her servant heart,” Groce said. “It is what makes her love her neighbor.” This year’s Athena Award finalists were Nina Cosentino, attorney at The Cosentino Law Firm; Cindy GreenDeutsch, branch manager and assistant vice president at First Midwest Bank; and April Mapes, director of

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Walnut Street Daycare in Genoa held its seventh annual Trike-A-Thon on Sept. 24 to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old rode tricycles and bicycles around the parking lot for about 45 minutes. With help from parents, the school raised $8,007, the highest amount in a single year. In the seven-year history of the event, the school has raised more than $35,000 for St. Jude. A local police officer spoke to the children about bicycle safety before the event. This year’s top fundraisers were Audrey and Liam Gerl, who began fundraising with lemonade stands early in the summer to collect funds for the Trike-A-Thon. Together they raised $2,080.

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DeKalb Just for Kix. The Athena Award is an international award program that honors women who strive to serve as a mentor or role model for helping women reach their full leadership potential. “We are all winners, period,” Konan said. “We are all Athena.” Women of Accomplishment was another DeKalb Chamber of Commerce program celebrated at the event. The program recognizes retired local women who continue to be leaders and mentors within the community and exemplify the traits of Athena. This year’s Woman of Accomplishment honoree was Linda Wiggins, who retired in 2007 after working for the city of DeKalb for 20 years. When she retired, Wiggins was assistant city manager. Wiggins said that being recognized for her years of involvement and service to the community “is very touching.” “It’s very, very gratifying and humbling,” she said. “I love DeKalb and am very touched to be recognized.” Athena finalist nominations and letters of support are sent to other Illinois chambers of commerce to score and decide the award’s recipient. Applications for next year’s Athena Award will be accepted next summer. Matt Duffy, DeKalb Chamber of Commerce executive director, described the Athena Award as “a way to acknowledge the outstanding women in our community for what they do.” “It’s a chance to spotlight women in our community,” Duffy said. “The award allows us to annually recognize the positive differences they make.”

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Fund prioritizes religious education at St. James THE MIDWEEK SYCAMORE – The St. James Religious Education Fund has been established through the DeKalb County Community Foundation. Donors Ken and Kathleen Spears created the fund to provide ongoing financial support to St. James Catholic Church in Lee to cover costs associated with religious education in the parish. The St. James Religious Education Fund is a tribute to William and Emiline Rood, parents of Kathy Spears. Her parents modeled serving and wanted to instill this in their nine children from an early age. Children’s spiritual growth and development were essential to them, so Emiline made time to teach religious education classes at the church. The fund will pay for religious education fees for all students at St. James and other related costs per the fund priorities. “We learn from our parents and integrate that into our own lives,” Kathy Spears said in a news release. “My dad was a farmer and considered himself lucky to be a steward of the land. Mom was a natural mother, not just to the nine of us but to others who crossed her path. Creating this fund is

phase to the present. This is one way we can show our appreciation for the community and in some small way assist the young families now.” Ken and Kathy were married at St. James Catholic Church before relocating to Chandler, Arizona. Ken was a member of the Air Force stationed at Williams Air Force Base. After returning to Illinois in 1975, Ken and Kathy resided in Waterman before moving to Shabbona. The Spears continue to call St. James their home parish. “As long-time supporters and donors to the community foundation, it’s exciting to partner with Ken and Kathy to create a fund that is so personal and meaningful to them and their goals of supporting their church and the families in the parish,” Foundation Executive Director Dan Templin said in the release. Donations to any fund at the Community Foundation, including the St. James Religious Education Fund, can Photo provided be made online at dekalbccf.org/donate The St. James Religious Education Fund through the DeKalb County Community Foundation is or by mail to the DeKalb County Community Foundation, 475 DeKalb Ave., a tribute to William and Emiline Rood (pictured), parents of Kathy Spears. Sycamore, IL 60178. For questions or to a fitting way to honor both of them.” Kathy said, “Our parish family has start a charitable fund, contact ExecuWhen asked about additional rea- embraced us, from our time of being a tive Director Dan Templin at 815-748sons for creating the fund, Ken and young family through the child-raising 5383 or dan@dekalbccf.org.

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Staylor@shawmedia.com SYCAMORE – Local officials recently held a ribbon-cutting to honor the completion of a new segment of The Great Western Trail, which connects to downtown Sycamore. The ceremony recognized the 0.8-mile extension that connects the trail’s western terminus at Sycamore Forest Preserve to Page Street and downtown Sycamore. A second phase is planned for an additional segment of the trail, which will connect to Old Mill Park in Sycamore. “I’m glad that the second leg of the extension will connect to Old Mill Park, as well as the idea that there will be a story walk that will change monthly,” said Craig Roman, DeKalb County Board member for District 6. The ceremony was held Oct. 16 at the pedestrian bridge over the Kishwaukee River. It included a ribbon-cutting with representatives from the Sycamore Park District, DeKalb County Forest Preserve, the city of Sycamore, the Sycamore Police Department, Sycamore Public Library, local Boy Scouts and North Central Cyclery. The DeKalb County Forest Preserve and Sycamore Park District also received recognition for collaborating on the project. According to a news release from the Park District, the award recently was given by the Illinois Association of Park District to the two agencies, which share maintenance and operations for the trail. The project earned the Intergovernmental Cooperation Award, which recognizes agencies’

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On Saturday, Oct. 16, local agencies celebrated the completion of a new segment of The Great Western Trail. intergovernmental agreements or partnerships to maximize tax dollars and benefit residents throughout the community. According to Sarah Rex, recreation supervisor for the park district, the 0.8-mile extension, known as Segment 1 of the trail, cost $2.1 million and was funded in part through a $1.7 million grant and

$424,750 in local funds split between the Park District and the DeKalb County Forest Preserve. The ongoing work for Segment 2, the Old Mill Park extension, is expected to cost $1.9 million, partly funded by a $1.5 million grant with $388,480 coming by local funds that will again be split between both organizations.

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Pen’s Point Market sold to Proven Winners By SHANE TAYLOR

Staylor@shawmedia.com DeKALB – Pen’s Point Market in DeKalb is under new ownership through Sycamore-based Proven Winners, which recently relocated to the shopping center at 1600 E. Lincoln Highway. “We just started to outgrow the space that was currently being occupied,” said Marshall Dirks, director of marketing and E-Commerce for the Proven Winners, which previously had its home at 111 E. Elm St. in Sycamore. The company operates as a nursery, landscaping and gardening center, and its Sycamore location is part of its marketing arm. Dirks said the company not only is using the space for California-based Proven Winners products, but also plans to expand its administrative operations. In the early ‘70s, the building was occupied by Blain’s Farm and Fleet, which has since moved to Sycamore. Later, greeting card company Creatings moved into the space and it became known as Pen’s Point Market. The building was purchased by Proven Winners on Sept. 17, Dirks said. The California-based Proven Winners is a family-owned business that started as a small plant distribution company in 1992 and has since grown. Dirks said the new DeKalb space will continue as its marketing arm of the plant company, with operations focused on marketing plant brands to home gardeners, a niche that has seen growth, especially throughout the pandemic. Proven Winners operates nationwide and in other

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This rendering shows the outside of Pen’s Point Market in DeKalb. Proven Winners purchased the building in September and will move its Sycamore office to the new location. countries including Europe, South Africa and Japan. Dirks said the Sycamore branch started with five employees and has since grown to 25, as the company looks to grow within the city and keep operations local. The remodel of the Pen’s Point Market space has allowed the company to hire local contractors, plumbers and painters, Dirks said. He said the plan is

to make the space 100% solar powered, aided by a solar energy company based out of Bloomington. All of the local businesses that are under lease located in the market will be staying put, Dirks said. DeKalb City Manager Bill Nicklas said the company’s “will power should lead to more growth and development in the city of DeKalb.”

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Staylor@shawmedia.com GENOA – A Genoa-Kingston High School senior has been recognized by the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program. A Letter of Commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corp. was presented to Elaine Lin on Oct. 20 for being a commended student. “For the community, I hope it’s a representation of how it doesn’t matter where you come from, as long as you put in the work,” Lin said. “For my family and I, it’s really an accumulation of 13 years of hard work, it just feels really good.” Commended Students are placed among the top 50,000 scholars who entered the 2022 competition by taking the 2020 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. “Our students do so many things so well, but to see someone do so well academically, not just on that assessment, but on others continuously, speaks to the level of student that Elaine is,” said Matt Cascio, principal of Genoa-Kingston High School. “A truly amazing achievement.” According to a news release from the school, around 34,000 Commended

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Genoa-Kingston High School Principal Matt Cascio presents Elaine Lin with an award from the National Merit Scholarship program. Students throughout the nation will be Lin said she’s still weighing her recognized for their exceptional aca- options when it comes to furthering demic promise this year. her education in college.

The finalists for National Merit Scholarships have been announced, though a winner won’t be chosen until the spring of 2022, according to a news release from the National Merit Program. A semifinalist must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by a high school official, write an essay, and earn SAT or ACT scores that confirm the student’s earlier performance on the qualifying test, according to the release. The finalists will compete for one of 2,500 merit scholarships which award $2,500. The following local students have been named semifinalists: Leah D. Valentiner, DeKalb High School Susana G. Martin, Sycamore High School

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her high school before it was a thing. She arm CHERYL A. “BIM” WALLACE wrestled with anyone that would take her on. She is survived by her daughter Tammy Cheryl A. “Bim” Wallace, 77, of DeKalb, (Dean) Matthews of DeKalb; two grandchildren, Darrin Michael Matthews and Jarrid Illinois, died Monday, Ryan Matthews; two great-grandchildren, October18, 2021, at Xander Kayden Matthews and Cael Edward her home with her family surrounding her. Matthews; her sister, Judy Jackson; several nieces and nephews. She was born She was preceded in death by her former September 3, 1944, husband, Larry Owen Wallace I; her two sons, in DeKalb, Illinois, daughter of Clarence and Larry Owen “P-nut” Wallace II and Matthew Phyllis (Wyne) Fuller. Steven Wallace; her parents; her brother A. Cheryl was employed at Anaconda in Sycamore. She was a member of First Baptist George Fuller. The Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 Church in DeKalb where she was a custodip.m. Saturday, October 23, 2021, at Anderson an and more. She was a crossing guard for Funeral Home in DeKalb with the Rev. Bob the city of DeKalb and personal employee Edwards officiating. Interment of cremated for John Castle for several years. She liked remains will be at a later date at Fairview collecting dolls and rhinoceroses. She loved Park Cemetery, her crossing guard kids and making holiday In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made gifts for them. Some of her former kids would to the Wallace Family in care of Anderson come back during the holidays to collect their gift. Bim enjoyed bowling, dominos and Funeral Home, Ltd., P.O. Box 605, 2011 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, IL 60115. spending time with her friends and her cats. For information, visit www.AndersonFunerShe loved her house and was proud to have alHomeLtd.com or call 815-756-1022. built an addition on her house with her own hands. She played football with the boys in

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NIU coaches and administrators who have retired or have departed the university at least five years prior to the previous Hall of Fame induction class are also eligible for nomination to the Hall of Fame. To clarify, student-athletes that completed their intercollegiate athletics eligibility in 2011-12 can be nominated for the 2022 Class. For coaches, administration and staff, the first eligibility year is 2016-17. Candidates for consideration must have provided and/or exhibited outstanding contributions to intercollegiate athletics at NIU. Nominations are open to all individuals who wish to support the candidacy of a standout Huskie student-athlete alumnus, team, coach or administrator to be considered by the Hall of Fame committee. Nominations will be accepted through the online form or via mail using the PDF form. Letters of nomination for each candidate along with any pertinent copies or links to online newspaper or magazine content, yearbooks, or scrapbooks may be sent to: Hall of Fame, NIU Intercollegiate Athletics, Convocation Center 203A, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, IL, 60115. Any original support materials cannot be returned. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 31. The NIU Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2022 will be announced in April. The 2022 HOF induction ceremony will be held during NIU Homecoming 2022. For more information, visit https://niuhuskies.com/honors/hall-of-fame.

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The Sycamore Lions thanks local businesses and the community for another successful Candy Day. Contributions help fund the following projects: Camp Lions for Children and Adults, Low Vision Program, Mobile Diabetic Retinopathy/Macular Program, Mobile Hearing Unit, Social Services and Referral, LIF Used Hearing Aid Collection & Hearing Aid Bank, Used Eyeglass Collections, and LIF Fund for Emergency. The club recognizes five businesses for allowing members to collect donations at their premises: Elleson’s Bakery, Hy-Vee Food Store, Walgreens, Hometown Realty Group and Parkway Restaurant. The club also thanks Finney’s Electric for the use of safety cones warning drivers. Pictured is John Toles accepting a donation and giving a roll of mints to a donor.

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The DeKalb Elks along with the Elks National Foundation recently made donations to four local organizations: Camp Maple Leaf, Voluntary Action Center, Camp Power and Adventure Works. Elks member Jamie Cochrane is pictured with Katie Watts of Adventure Works. The funds were made possible through the foundation’s Community Investment Project Grants. The foundation has grants available each year for lodges to use to help their community. The DeKalb lodge welcomes the community’s input on how to use the grants. For more information on the Elks organization, visit www.elks.org or more information on the grants, visit www.elks.org/cip.

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