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Lifelong lover of parks eager ‘to see park district flourish’ BY JERMAINE PIGEE jpigee@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5525 @JPigee84
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Vivian Baker, 5, of Fulton plays and sings a rendition of “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” on a ukulele Tuesday afternoon at Awesometown Music/Video Production in Fulton. She and her sister, Anya, 7, just took up their instruments a couple of weeks ago. Anya picked the violin during a Music Discovery event they attended at the nonprofit. “It’s so fun to see them find something like this that speaks to them,” their mom, Maria, said. She doesn’t play an instrument, but is considering taking one up herself.
Awesome inspiring A Fulton non-profit has been instrumental in inspiring a love of music in kids, and inspiring a love of teaching in adults
Anya Baker, of Fulton is learning to play the violin from instructor Kendra Swanson, Awesometown’s program director. BY CHRISTOPHER HEIMERMAN cheimerman@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5523 @CHeimerman_SVM
FULTON – What began as a way to give kids a chance to discover love for a musical instrument has become, appropriately, a collaboration of artists who didn’t previously have a chance. Sure, Vivian Baker, played “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,” on the ukulele Tuesday at Awesometown Music/ Video Production, 1001 Fourth St., her feet dangling a long way from the floor as she sat in a big, comfy brown chair. The 5-year-old from Fulton girl can melt your heart, just weeks after picking up the instrument. But her teacher, Kendra Swanson, the nonprofit’s program director, and a uke champion herself, said everyone who has walked in the door – musicians young and old, hopeful
volunteers, piano movers, bloggers – has become part of a grand mission. “We’re like an artistic soup kitchen,” Swanson said. “We’re a nonreligious ministry. We just want to share love and opportunities with anyone who walks through the door.” Bob Whitten and Charlie Crider, both retired and both boasting hearts bigger than average men’s chests could accommodate, opened the doors of the haven for artists last March, and received their nonprofit status in June. They knew there was a need, but they grossly underestimated just how many people from the community would show up hoping to take lessons. “We stepped on the gas, and there was a huge outpouring from the community,” Whitten said. “It was like, ‘OK. Pump the brakes. Maybe even put it in reverse a little, can we?’” INSPIRING CONTINUED ON A3
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DIXON – Dixon native Paul Campbell has been using the parks in town for as long as he can remember. Now, he will help oversee those parks. The Dixon Park Board unanimously voted Wednesday to name Campbell as their newest member. He’ll replace Nicole Pritchard, who resigned from the board in December. Campbell will serve out the remainder of her term, which runs through April 2017. “I’m very excited,” said Campbell, 58. “I’ve considered this for a long time. I have some ideas I want to bring to the board and I want to see the park district flourish.” “I’ve used the park district a Paul lot,” Campbell said. “I used to Campbell play softball, I’ve played in the flag football program and I’ve played in the basketball leagues. I always use the park system.” Campbell was one of three people who showed interest in the position. “He is eager,” Board Chairman Ron Pritchard said. “You want people who want to be here. You want to be here because you love the park district and you want to make it as good as you can possibly make it for the community. That is what I see in him.” MEMBER CONTINUED ON A5
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Police outgrow City Hall HQ Chief proposes plan to move offices to former storage area BY VINDE WELLS vwells@shawmedia.com Shaw Media
OREGON – A former storage area could be just the ticket for the Oregon Police Department’s space needs. The City Council agreed Tuesday to look into what the cost would be to renovate the former ambulance storage area at City Hall into offices for the police department. Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan told the council that his department’s portion of the building no longer is adequate to serve the city’s needs. The biggest problem is that his administrative assistant is not readily accessible to the public, he said. Because the assistant and police officers are in private offices on the north side of City Hall, anyone who wants to talk to them must first go to the city clerk’s office, where staff then page police department employees. He also has no good space to conduct interviews in private. During a recent investigation, for example, people waiting to be questioned were lined up in the halls, he said. POLICE CONTINUED ON A3
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Alderman resigns from city council Move takes Blean outside city limits BY PAM EGGEMEIER peggemeier@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5570 @pam_eggemeier
MORRISON – First Ward Alderman Michael Blean has resigned from the City Council because he is moving outside the city limits. Blean, who has a realty and appraisal business in Morrison, was serving his second term on the coun-
cil. He ran unopposed in 2011, and was re-elected to a 4-year term in April 2015. His resignation is effective March 25. Blean said he will continue to serve on the boards of the Morrison Area Development Corp. and the Whiteside County Juvenile Justice Council. Blean first came to the council at a time marked by significant turnover on the council and at City Hall. He said he is encouraged by what is
being accomplished by the city’s elected officials. “I am pleased with the current administration and the council,” Blean said. “I like the direction the city is taking, especially in terms of fiscal responsibility.” As with any board experience, there have been highs and lows, Blean said. While he’d rather not dwell on the lows, one accomplishment easily comes to mind. “Finding a site for the
new wastewater treatment plant, and watching construction begin has Michael been excitBlean ing,” Blean said. “This is a huge step forward for the city.” Mayor Everett Pannier said he hated to see Blean leave the council. “He’s always been an excellent member, and we’ve gone to him a lot
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with questions,” Pannier said. The mayor said he probably will take the month of March to consider prospects for the open seat. Candidates must be residents of the ward for at least a year. The appointee will have to run in the April 2017 election to serve out the remaining 2 years of the term. Pannier said he is available to answer questions from those who want more information before
sending their credentials to City Hall. Morrison’s council has eight members, two from each of the city’s four wards. The stage is set for more turnover, however, in the April 2017 election. “Seven of eight council members, the mayor, and city clerk will all be up at once,” Pannier said. The other 1st Ward alderman is Dale Eizenga, who can be reached at 815-772-4773.
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Child welfare agency files 6-month plan to improve CHICAGO (AP) – The state’s troubled child welfare agency has submitted an improvement plan to a judge that details more oversight, pilot programs and training, things that officials said Wednesday will “help transform” the system that serves thousands of Illinois children. The Department of Children and Family Services filed the plan late Tuesday. It’s part of a decades-old consent decree to improve conditions
and follows a lawsuit last year from the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois that alleged “dangerously inadequate” care and subsequent suggestions from outside experts. Problems at the agency, where there have been eight directors in 5 years, have been well publicized in court documents, legislative panels and news reports. They include deficient care for juveniles suffering from mental health problems, lengthy waiting lists for children who need specialized placements and long stays in temporary shelters.
The ACLU helped negotiate the reforms, which have a more community-based approach than in years past and will be put in place over 6 months. The overhaul includes more standardized monitoring to help determine whether children are doing better and steps to find permanent living arrangements for adolescents who enter state custody at age 12 or older, including reconnecting them with birth families. Other changes involve additional training and coaching for front-line workers and supervisors.
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McLane S. Bellows, 29, of Sterling; 3:43 p.m. Tuesday at Walmart, 4115 E. Lincolnway; retail theft less than $300; given notice to appear in court. Alexander D. Howard, 27, of Sterling; 8:03 a.m. Tuesday on Seventh Avenue; Whiteside County warrant for failure to appear, Lee County warrant for contempt; posted $300 bond for Whiteside warrant, $200 for Lee warrant. Jessica N. Mandrell, 19, of Sterling; 8:29 p.m. Tuesday at East LeFevre Road and 18th Avenue; disobeying a stop sign; released with promise to comply.
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Vontrell L. Griffin, 24, of Milledgeville; 9:05 p.m. Tuesday in the 600 block of First Avenue; no valid registration, possession of marijuana; given notice to appear in court. Daniela L. Garza, 24, of Sterling; 1:07 a.m. Wednesday at First Avenue and East Eighth Street; speeding; given notice to appear in court.
Mercedes Lopez, 23, of Sterling; 8:30 p.m. Tuesday in the 1400 block of Dixon Avenue; speeding; given notice to appear in court. Devin M. Fullington, 23, of Sterling; 2:36 a.m. Tuesday at Fourth Avenue and West Sixth Street; operation of uninsured motor vehicle, no valid driver’s license; given notice to appear in court. Timothy J. Spurlock, 30, of Sterling; 5:59 p.m. Tuesday at West 13th Street and 14th Avenue; failure to yield at intersection; given notice to appear in court. Nicholas L. Warren, 27, of Sterling; 2:30 p.m. Monday in the 1600 block of Dixon Avenue; speeding; given notice to appear in court. Morning S. Peterson, 32, of Rock Falls; 3:37 p.m. Monday in the 1000 block of First Avenue; failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident; given notice to appear in court.
Feb. 16 in the 100 block of North Third Street; no valid driver’s license; given citation. John D. Rasmussen, 33, of Oregon; 6:25 p.m. Saturday; Ogle County warrant for possession of a controlled substance, petition to revoke probation; taken to Ogle County Jail. Carol A. Hammer, 38, of Oregon; 6:25 p.m. Sunday; Ogle County warrant for forgery; taken to Ogle County Jail. Noah A. J. Rodriguez, 34, of Mount Morris; 7:25 p.m. Sunday in the 800 block of Madison Street; operating uninsured motor vehicle; given citation. Mark M. Ransley, 58, of Berwyn; 10:46 p.m. Sunday in the 200 block of West Washington Street; driving under the influence of alcohol, driving under the influence of alcohol with blood alcohol content greater than .08 percent; taken to Ogle County Jail.
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James H. Curry, 49, of Polo; 8 a.m. Tuesday in the 200 block of West Everett Street; Rockford Police Department warrant; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.
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James L. Palomarez Jr., 23, of Dixon; 10:05 p.m. Feb. 15 in the 300 block of South Fourth Street; arrested on a charge of driving while license suspended, given citations for operating a vehicle when registration is suspended for non-insurance and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Tracy L. Lovgren, 46, of Stillman Valley; 5:15 p.m.
Boy, 17, of Dixon; 6:48 p.m. Tuesday; criminal damage to property; released to his parents. Samantha J. Thomas, 23, of Dixon; 1:53 p.m. Tuesday; warrant for obstructing jus-
tice; held at Lee County Jail and given notice to appear in court. Alissa M. Lance, 24, of Dixon; 11:18 a.m. Tuesday; warrant for failure to appear for contempt (non-payment) – operating uninsured motor vehicle, Whiteside County warrant for failure to appear – driving while license suspended; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.
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Choose your own adventure They continued recording bands and offering art and music classes, all while accepting donations of instruments and pairing them with kids. It wasn’t until they lured Swanson to Fulton, though, that they began offering lessons again. Whitten jokes, saying they ran the upstairs resident out late last year, and Swanson arrived in November. They’ve since upped their volunteer base to a dozen, and those are just the volunteers who are there most days. Taking into account volunteers who assist with summer bluegrass festivals, there’s about 30 in all – as well as a community that just keeps providing love and resources, Crider said. “We just wanted to have fun and do what we love, so we surrounded ourselves with other people who love it,” he said. “We’re so fortunate to have Fulton backing us. I can’t imagine many other communities that would back us like this.” Vivian and her sister, Anya, 7, are two of many home-schooled youngsters who take lessons at the shop. Anya picked the violin when they attended a Musical Discovery class. Kids are encouraged to try out any and all instruments during Kendra’s Music Curiosity Class. The nonprofit has about 30 music students and had to cap its art classes at 30, prompting the gang to look at offering a second art class each month. As for the curiosity classes? They put instruments in the hands of more than 400 kids so far. Swanson said it’s important for everyone – kids and their parents alike – to “be bold” and to try everything they can get their hands on.
The siblings’ mom, Maria, is considering trying out an instrument at some point, but she’s already learned so much for her daughters. “It’s so fun to see them find something like this that speaks to them,” she said. “I just love the fact that they help each other out, and root for each other,” Swanson said. Lily Leding, 10, showed off a handful of chords she’s learned in just 3 weeks on guitar. Her brother, Tanner, 12, is taking guitar and drums. He prefers the latter. But they both had guitars tucked in the closet until they found Awesometown, or it found them. It’s tough to tell. Lily, the reigning Junior Miss Clinton, has been in musicals since she was Gretl in “The Sound of Music” when she was 6, and has played piano for 3 years. “But it’s a lot easier to bring a guitar than to rely on someone having a piano,” said her mom, Shannon. The siblings kid each other, Tanner telling her to play the song she already wrote about the family cat, Daisy, turning Lily’s face bright red. Tanner showed off what he’s learned so far on the drums from his teacher, Dylan Drury, 24, evoking visions of how he and Lily would sound together. “They’re not a family band … yet,” Whitten said.
Teachers wanted Drury’s also teaching Lily guitar. He gets kids of all talent levels, a new fun challenge for a guy who just became a teacher a month ago. “I’m not used to that – having some kids who are beginners, and some who have taught themselves chords over the years, but still don’t really know that much, and then others who know all their scales,
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Tanner Leding, 12, of Clinton practices his drums at Awesometown Music. A student of 24-year-old drummer/guitarist Dylan Drury, Leding has been taking drum and guitar lessons for 3 weeks. He prefers the drums. I’ll teach them one, and they’ll come back the next week and play it better than I do,” he said. Swanson taught outdoor education at Lorado Taft Field Campus in Oregon through Northern Illinois University. She got her master’s degree in education in 2011, but had never taught music. In fact, that was part of her hesitation in taking the job – that and the fact that it was, in nature, a new nonprofit. “I have no background in musical pedagogy, but I have a background in encouraging people to follow their passions,” she said. Suddenly, she’s learning as much from kids as they learn from her, and urges parents to do the same. “Kids are very spongy, but it’s even amazing with my adult students, to see them pick something like that,” Swanson said. “You have to be willing to be a kid again and be a learner.”
No experience needed Like Drury, Andrew Birely found Awesometown
last summer. “We became professional best friends,” Birely said. He has exactly zero experience on zero instruments. But he can turn a phrase, and he and Drury have been traveling to shows as far as 5 hours away to see venues, hear bands, and for Drury to hone his blogging skills. Awesometown sends him out with a camera, and his blogs soon will be featured on the Facebook page of Blue Chair Chronicles, the series of videos Crider has shot of musicians new and weathered who’ve graced Awesometown with a visit. All the subplans fit into a grand scheme River Music Experience in Davenport has shown the Awesometown owners, part of an ongoing mentorship. Above RME is the Redstone Room, where national acts perform regularly, and where Birely will be a frequent flier as a blogger.
Bigger, better, bolder Awesometown is still
adding to its business plan, trying to add hours that will make it possible for more kids, more adults, more lost souls to show up and flourish. Three bands have formed at the studio, which plans to open the garage door this summer for a new feature, the Garage Door Series. In all, 30 artists have recorded at Awesometown. Five albums have been recorded. Drury, whose band, Soldout War, is one of the three bands that formed onsite, said his day is packed with lessons on Thursdays, most of them with home-schooled kids. It’s shaping up that Wednesday night could be one of a few times slots in which public- and private-schooled kids will be more available. Students come from dozens of miles away, as far as Wilton, Iowa, about 100 miles away. Just Tuesday night, up-and-coming artist and recent “American Idol” qualifier Tristan Bushman was in town all the way from Ashton for a Blue Chair Chronicle ses-
sion. Instruments travel from faraway towns, too. Whitten and Crider spent months trying to find a baby grand piano, constantly copying and pasting a message into Craigslist ads: “Love your piano. We’re a nonprofit and can’t afford it …” Whitten said. A gentleman from Oregon wrote back and told them to come get the priceless antique that had been in his family for generations, but sat in his basement for a decade. “He had tears in his eyes when he left,” Whitten said. “It was his greatgrandmother’s. But I know his heart is happy, knowing where it was going.” Elaborate arrangements were made to pick it up and get it back. But once it was back, Whitten wasn’t sure how to get it inside, until “three farm boys showed up, flipped it up and brought it in.” Just another example of the community helping out any way it can – reciprocating, really. Crider’s a veteran both of the Marines and the stage, having played for decades. He’s excited to get bigger acts in Blue Chair, then spread the love. Whenever a venue has an act, all the other area groups share their Facebook promotions, Whitten said. “Musicians have to take care of one another,” Crider said. “We’re a small handful of people who speak the word for others who can’t get their feelings out. Musicians can do that by getting out and playing different venues.” With Awesometown’s help, future generations of musicians are either waiting in the wings, or stepping toward center stage. But Whitten is just humbled to be part of it. “I just can’t imagine this isn’t a bigger thing than us. We’re just facilitators.”
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“We’ve made use of the space we’ve had, but times have changed and technology has changed,” DeHaan said.
“I think this is a project worth looking at,” Mayor Ken Williams said. City Attorney Paul Chadwick recommended getting an architectural drawing so an estimated cost can be determined and bids taken.
The work could be paid for with the $50,000 the city receives each year in gambling revenue, Williams said.
Property purchase Also Tuesday, the council approved tak-
ing out a 15-year loan to buy property between the sewer plant and South Second Street. On Feb. 9, members agreed to offer owner Richard Hahn $129,900 for the property for future growth.
Commissioner Jim Barnes cast the only no vote Tuesday, saying he’s concerned because the city has already borrowed $107,000 to install utilities at the Settlers Ridge Subdivision. Williams said the loan
will come with a 2.9 percent interest rate, and Finance Commissioner Terry Schuster said it will be repaid with the $295,000 a year the 1 percent city sales tax money brings in for capital improvements.
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OBITUARIES Robert J. ‘Sam’ Jones ZION – Robert J. “Sam” Jones, 82, of Zion, formerly of Dixon, died Monday, Feb. 22, 2016, at Vista Medical Center in Waukegan. He w as bor n Oct. 20, 1933, in Amboy, the son of James W. and Jeanette M. (Walter) Jones. He had owned and operated Jones’ Barber Shop on First Street in Dixon. He also worked for Del Monte in Mendota. Robert was a veteran of the Army. Sam enjoyed reading the Chicago Tribune daily. He loved the game of golf – watching, playing, and talking about it. He often would try to imitate his favorite singers, Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. He had been a member of the Knights of Columbus in Dixon and Mendota. He is survived by four daughters, Roberta “Bobbi” Jones, Jeanine “Nina” Jones, and Cheryl (Ron Blaine) Baker, all of Dixon, and Rebecca (Ed) Campbell of San Antonio; four grandchildren, Wade (Kellie) Abed II of Mankato, Minne-
sota, Andrew (Rachel) Ulloa of Jacksonville, North Carolina, Maxwell Ulloa of Kenosha, Wisconsin, and Zachary Baker of Chicago; and three great-grandchildren, Miles and Lincoln Abed and Marley Ulloa. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Marlene Mossholder. The family would like to give special thanks to the Ulloa family for their years of unconditional love and support, and to his good friend, Jim Cunningham of Barton House in Zion, for always looking out for him. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon, with the Rev. Bernard Sehr officiating. Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials may be directed to St. Patrick Catholic Church or the Alzheimer’s Association. Visit thejonesfh.com to send condolences.
William J. Harris SHIPPENVILLE, Penn. – William J. Harris, 93, formerly of Amboy, died Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016, at Golden Living Center in Shippenville. He was born Feb. 8, 1923, in Malta, the son of William M. and Catherine (Harris) Harris. He was employed for 37 years as an order writer at Raynor Garage Door Manufacturing in Dixon, until retiring in 1990. William was a veteran of the Army, serving during World War II, where he was awarded the Bronze Star. He was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Amboy, Amboy American Legion Post 453, and The Third Order of St. Francis. He is survived by his daughter, Beth HarrisBlakeslee of DuBois, Pennsylvania; and two grandchildren, Alma
Blakeslee and Harrison Blakeslee, both of DuBois. William was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, George “Gar” Harris, who was killed in World War II, Robert Harris, Stanley Harris, and Everett Harris; and three sisters, Mary McNeilly, Doreen Searls, and Beatrice Dobler. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Patrick Church in Amboy, with Monsignor Thomas Bales officiating. Burial, with military graveside honors accorded by the Amboy American Legion, will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon. A memorial has been established. Visit thejonesfh.com to send condolences.
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FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: Charlotte M. Glenn of Amboy, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at United First Church in Amboy. Keith F. Reul, formerly of Rock Falls, 5-7 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls. Today’s funeral: Charlotte M. Glenn of Amboy, 10:30 a.m. at United First Church in Amboy. Friday visitations: Ward M. Johnson of Coleta, 9-10:45 a.m. at New Life Lutheran Church in Sterling. Michael H. McDonald of Wilmington, 10-11 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon. Friday funerals: Ward M. Johnson of Coleta, 11 a.m. at New Life Lutheran Church in Sterling. Michael H. McDonald of Wilmington, 11 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon. Keith F. Reul, formerly of Rock Falls, 11 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls. Saturday visitations: Anna B. Piper of Amboy, 9-10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Amboy. Sandra A. Henkelman of Dixon, 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon. Saturday funerals: Anna B. Piper of Amboy, 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Amboy. Edward J. Bally of Dixon, 11 a.m. memorial service at St.
Paul Lutheran Church in Dixon, followed by noon celebration of life at Dixon Elks Lodge. Sandra A. Henkelman of Dixon, 2:30 p.m. memorial service at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon. Sunday visitations: William J. Harris, formerly of Amboy, 2-4 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon. Joe W. Moore of Mendota, 3-6 p.m. at Mihm-Jones Funeral Home in Amboy. Monday visitation: Robert J. “Sam” Jones, formerly of Dixon, 5-7 p.,m. at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon. Monday funerals: William J. Harris, formerly of Amboy, 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Amboy. Joe W. Moore of Mendota, 11 a.m. at Mihm-Jones Funeral Home in Amboy. Tuesday funeral: Robert J. “Sam” Jones, formerly of Dixon, 11 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon. March 4 visitation: Phyllis J. Wagenknecht, formerly of Milledgeville, 5-7 p.m. at Milledgeville Methodist Church. March 5 funeral: Phyllis J. Wagenknecht, formerly of Milledgeville, 11 a.m. memorial service at Milledgeville Methodist Church.
Margaret J. Falls THOMSON – Margaret J. Falls, 84, of Thomson, died Monday, Feb. 22, 2016, at The Alverno Health Care Facility in Clinton, Iowa. Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna handled arrangements.
Edward J. Bally DIXON – Edward J. Bally, 86, of Dixon, died Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016, at SwedishAmerican Hospital in Rockford, after a short illness. He worked for more than 30 years for the Dixon Cement Plant, and retired from Carpenters Union Local 790. Ed was born Oct. 28, 1929, in Dixon, the son of Lucian J. and Avis Justine (Atkinson) Bally. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Dixon, Dixon Elks Lodge BPOE 779, Dixon Moose Lodge, and American Legion Post 12. Ed served in the Army during the Korean War. Survivors include his longtime partner, Shirley Mooney; one son, David (Darlene) Bally; one daughter, Denise (Michael) Burrs; Shirley’s daughters, Cindy (Greg) Hicks, Karen (Chuck) Stephenitch, Linda (Dean) Apple; one brother, Jack (Carolyn) Bally; and one sister, Jody (Bob) Conley, all of Dixon; Ed’s three grandchildren, Paul (Danelle) Burrs, Adam
(Cortney) Bally, and Melissa Bally; Shirley’s grandchildren, Annie Bahr, LeAnne (Judd) Deppisch, Sara (Scott) Beauchamp, Brooke (Lucas) Derry, Andrew (Heather) Stephenitch, Mike (Rachel) Breitzka, Rachael (Kyle) Root; and Ed’s three and Shirley’s 11 greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Lorraine Siefkin. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Dixon, with the Rev. Robert C. Kinnear, pastor, officiating. The family requests your presence for a celebration of life at noon at the Dixon Elks Lodge. Cremation rites have been accorded. Arrangements are being completed by PrestonSchilling Funeral Home in Dixon. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established. Visit prestonschillingfuneralhome.com to send condolences.
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David L. Ross Sr. ROCKFORD – David Lee Ross Sr., 67, formerly of Dixon, died Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016, at River Bluff Nursing Home in Rockford, after an extended illness. He was employed for many years at P&W Supply Co., where he sold paint and welding supplies for cars. Dave was born April 3, 1948, the son of Chester and Edna (Slocum) Ross. He married Cindy Ann Robinson on May 27, 1967. She preceded him in death on Feb. 5, 2009. He attended church at the nursing home. Survivors include his daughter, Kimberly Ann Ross of Rockford; two sons,
Todd Alan (Lisa) Ross of Woodstock and David Lee Ross Jr. of Rockford; two sisters, Miriam (Kenny) Blackburn and Ruth Pullen, both of Dixon; a sister-in-law, Jan Perce of Dixon; seven grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He also was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Shirley Ackerson, and a grandson. Dave donated his body to science. Cremation rites have been accorded. Midwest Trade Services handled arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at 1615 Barton Blvd., Rockford, IL 61103.
Sandra A. Henkelman DIXON – Sandra A. Henkelman, 62, of Dixon, died Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016, at her home. She was born Dec. 18, 1953, in Melrose Park, the daughter of Alexander and Anita (Daemmrich) Henkelman. Survivors include two brothers, John Henkelman of Salem, Massachusetts, and Steve Henkelman of Chula Vista, California; and her many
friends at Kreider Services. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Alex and William; and one sister, Susan. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday and a memorial service at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon. Cremation rites have been accorded. Visit thejonesfh.com to send condolences.
George Heller PROPHETSTOWN – George Heller, 86, of Good Samaritan Society – Prophets Riverview in Prophetstown, died Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016, at the center. Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home in Prophetstown is handling arrangements.
IN BRIEF Serial stowaway appears in court in Chicago after arrest CHICAGO (AP) – A judge has denied a request to consider releasing a woman with a history of sneaking aboard airplanes to a Chicago nursing home following her latest arrest. The Chicago Tribune reported Marilyn Hartman, 64, appeared in court Tuesday in Chicago. Police say she was arrested Feb. 17 at a bus shuttle center at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport. The
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He learned some lessons; now, he teaches them Music had charms to soothe a once-troubled young man BY CHRISTOPHER HEIMERMAN cheimerman@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5523 @CHeimerman_SVM
FULTON – As a youngster, Dylan Drury had in his bedroom a guitar and an amp – turned down real low. Nothing like at Awesometown Music, where his band, Soldout War formed. Last month, a neighbor of Awesometown’s, where the 24-year-old teaches lessons, among his other “duties,” called its owners, Bob Whitten and Charlie Crider, to let them know someone was in the building at 3 a.m., jamming out. “I was like, ‘OK. Good,’” Crider said, laughing because he was all but certain he knew who it was. “They said, ‘It looks like he belongs there,’” Whitten said. “And I said, ‘He does belong there.’” “I asked Dylan and he said, ‘You know what, Bob? It was 2:30 in the morning, and it was either go to a house party, or come here and play music.’ He said, ‘I’m tired of the house parties.’” The party scene landed Drury in jail with four felonies when he was a senior at Fulton High School. He never did graduate. When he was 19, he violated his probation by fleeing to Kansas City, Missouri, to live with his girlfriend at
the time, and their child. After about a year, he “did the right thing” by returning and turning himself in, then served 6 months in jail. Now his ex, she and their two children still live in Fulton. He’d violate probation again. And again. Unable to find work with those black eyes on his record, he hopped from friend’s couch to friend’s couch, homeless in his hometown. A couple of years ago, his grandfather, Craig, got him a job as a lab technician at Agri-King. He got back on the track from which he strayed so severely. They’d raised him until he was 12 about a dozen miles outside down, with strict policies. Not to mention, it’s not like he could hop on his bike and visit a friend, with none nearby. “The only outlet I had as a kid was in my room, with the amp turned way down,” he said. His parents divorced when he was 12, and he moved in with his dad and stepmother, a couple of miles from his grandparents. When he was 17, they moved into the city and the wheels fell off the wagon. “I took advantage of the party scene, and I’d never really been into that when I was younger,” he said. “I went all crazy. I could walk
See them live Charlie Crider will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, and Soldout War will follow at Chesty P’s Pub, 104 E. Mason St. in Polo. Search for either artist on Facebook to find out more about them. Search for Blue Chair Chronicles on Facebook to see many performances at Awesometown Music.
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Brett Rauch (from left), Dylan Drury, Joe Ballard and Travis Ray make up Fultonbased Soldout War. The four-piece rock band will be playing Chesty P’s Pub, 104 E. Mason St., Polo, Saturday night, after Charlie Crider opens the show at 8 p.m. outside my house, and I own on his acoustic – even make at gigs and teaching was already in town. It got performed in a rap/acous- lessons, “I get by just fine,” crazy. It was a rough ride. tic guitar duo. Drury said. “I was never into that He eventually stumbled Their sound is a meld of chaos that people in town upon a ukulele in the lead guitarist Joe Ballard’s had been exposed to.” window at 1001 Fourth shredding style, bassist Agri-King paid him well. St. – the shop she meant. Brett Rauch’s ‘90s alternaVery well. Yet every lunch He recorded there, but it tive obsession – one Drury hour for about a month, wasn’t until Whitten and shares – and Drury’s indie he’d drive around the old Crider saw video of him tendencies. It’s all tied Drives factory building performing on a boat that together by Travis Ray on near Awesometown. His stopped on its journey the drums. mom, Brandy Wunkoop, down the Mississippi that Almost 10 years ago, a friend of Whitten’s, had they truly stumbled up on Drury’s first band recordmistakenly told him that’s him. They brought him in ed in Hideaway Studio in where a studio was in to star in one of their Blue Minneapolis, then toured town. Chair Chronicles sessions. the Midwest, but fell apart He’d played drums and Since June, he’s been at “because we were young guitar most of his life, and the shop more often than and didn’t know what we came to terms with the he’s not. He gives drum were doing.” Turns out, fact that he wasn’t a rock and guitar lessons, and you don’t just record, buy star at age 16, “yet I kept his band, Soldout War, a gig van and never punch trying, trying to do music formed in the studio in a clock again. “Yeah, that’s not how it with whatever I could September. They’re doing find.” He’d been in several well – well enough that works,” Drury said, laughbands. Gone out on his between the money they ing.
How it works, he said, is you find guys you love as much as the music. That’s why he’d never dissuade his students from wanting to form a band. “I encourage them to do that. It feels good getting together with your bandmates and creating something,” Drury said. “It builds bonds with people. And being in the industry and meeting local bands and bigger bands, you never thought you could meet all these people.” Or find a place like Awesometown. “In here, you can rock out, pick up whatever you want to. You can bang on the drums. I know most parents don’t like drums in the house being banged on. I know mine didn’t. But you don’t even have to come in here and play. You can come in here and talk to us and learn from our life experiences. I never thought I could be involved in something like this, given my background.”
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Recreation center In other business, the board reviewed a memorandum of understand-
Next meeting The Dixon Park District’s next regular meeting is at 6 p.m. March 9. The board meets twice a month at the main office, 804 Palmyra St. ing between the Dixon Park District and the Dixon Family YMCA. The document means both sides are still interested in pursuing the development of a community recreation center in Dixon. “The YMCA and the park district have been meeting since 1988 about
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approve the document in March. It still needs to be approved by the Dixon Family YMCA. “This is just an understanding so both boards know that is the direction we are heading,” Carey said. “No one wants taxes to go up and no one wants to pay more in taxes. The YMCA and the park district will work
together to look at grants and fundraising.” Carey said she is not sure how the recreation center would be paid for or where it would be located – that will be for both sides to figure out. “No decisions have been made on anything,” she said. “We need to have some action on this, or we need to be quiet.”
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Elect Downey state’s attorney MISTY BUSKOHL Dixon
I am writing in support of long-standing attorney Michael Downey for state’s attorney. I have known Mr. Downey for more than 25 years, and I believe his character is representative of the type of person we want for Lee County state’s attorney. Mr. Downey is a much-respected attorney in Dixon, and he has dedicated his practice to this community. I believe he will do an excellent job serving the people of Lee County to the best of his ability, and I am looking forward to him receiving the opportunity.
Vote Klahn for state’s attorney Joe Heller, Heller Syndication
EDITORIAL | STATE BUDGET IMPASSE | DAY 240
Financial erosion threatens soil, water conservation work T
he list of agencies and groups imperiled by the ongoing Illinois budget stalemate has gotten longer. The state’s 97 soil and water conservation districts have gone without state funding since March – nearly a year now – because of the lack of a budget for the fiscal year that began July 1. And now, those districts are running out of money. Whiteside’s district office might have to close in September or October, if funding isn’t restored. Districts that cover Lee, Ogle, Carroll and Bureau counties are likewise negatively affected by the lack of state funds. Soil and water conservation districts are an amazing success story.
What we think
815-772-2124. Without an infusion of Add Illinois’ 97 soil and water conservation money to replace lapsed state funding, employees districts to the list of victims of the state will have to be let go and budget impasse. Their progress is far too services curtailed sometime in the fall. important to allow it to erode away. And a program vital to Born in desperate days of schoolchildren about the the continued responthe 1930s Dust Bowl era, importance of natural sible stewardship of soil the districts have greatly resources and the need and water by landowners reduced the waste of to conserve them. across Whiteside County natural resources vital to Out of concern over may wither away. our way of life. the Whiteside district’s Local districts should District offices coorplight, its board and not have to beg for dinate programs with staff came up with a money, when it is so landowners to conserve program that asks area clearly in the public’s soil and water on farms, friends and neighbors to interest to promote conprotect groundwater become financial sponservation. resources, conserve and sors of the district. Illinois’ leaders need restore wetlands, and Donations in the rang- to come to terms on plant trees and veges of $50-$249, $250a budget soon so that etation to hold soil in $499, $500-$999, $1,000- important, far-reaching place. $4,999, and $5,000 or programs such as soil Conservation districts more are being sought. and water conservation also conduct fish sales, Those wishing more districts can be properly do wildlife habitat information may call funded to continue their planning, and educate the office in Morrison at important work.
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Utility board needs public involvement
informed. This is their responsibility, as the city is making efforts to create a business model for the utilities that will better improve service, EDWARD M. MULVANEY performance and future Rock Falls needs, while fostering a Observations from Feb. citizen-based ownership 22 in Rock Falls regard- of the process. ing the discussion of a citywide utility board. First, the Gazette reporter did a fine job of conveying the facts and discussion points present. BETH GREEN Second, it was apparPolo ent that the opposition to this proposal seems I absolutely agree with mainly concerned on Gail Arbogast’s letter maintaining power in the [“Ask for help to rise hands of the elected offi- above life’s storms,” The cials. Reader’s Voice, Feb. 16]. Third, there were only The problem is that three in attendance at many, even those who this information session say they are believers, – the reporter and two refuse to take responsiother individuals. bility for the poor choicFor this proposed util- es they have made. The ity board to do what it consequences of their is intended to do, then actions have caused the public (users of the them anguish, pain and utilities) must become suffering – many times
‘Man up,’ take responsibility, move forward
EDITORIAL BOARD Jim Dunn Sam R Fisher Sheryl Gulbranson Jennifer Heintzelman Jeff Rogers Kathleen Schultz Tom Shaw
bitterness and resentment (the “victim” mentality). We need to “man up” and be accountable for our poor choices. We need to realize we have made mistakes and “own up” to them (seek God for forgiveness and repent). We should ask those we’ve hurt to forgive us (they may not), make things right where we can (we won’t be able to fix everything), change our behavior, ways, and move forward making conscious decisions to always do what is right and good (biblically and legally). God will give you the strength (cling to him; he will never leave or forsake you). The key is to keep pushing forward. Never give up. Fight the good fight. In the end, God has a very special place for you where there is no more pain, grief, sorrow, or distress. His promises are true.
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Peace action group invites public for input FRED TURK Rock Falls
The Rock River Peace Action group would like to invite the public to a meeting at 7 p.m. Monday at Wesley United Methodist Church, 2200 16th Ave., Sterling. Our aim is to obtain input that will allow us to update our goals and activities. We realize that although our group has been actively working for peace for about 30 years, we have become somewhat out of date. Thus, the objective of Monday’s meeting is to renew ourselves and become more relevant to meet our present challenges and needs. The meeting will be very friendly and informal. Refreshments will be provided.
CLAYTON T. WHELAN Dixon
I have been in law enforcement for more than 21 years now, and have worked with many state’s attorneys and their staff. In my experience, I can recognize a quality attorney when I see one. Matt Klahn is one of the best. He has an extremely strong work ethic, is highly intelligent, and very passionate in his job. He is exceptionally articulate in the courtroom and highly adept with trial strategy and case reviews. Matt is uniquely experienced in both criminal and civil facets of the law, which are requisite in being state’s attorney. He’s also tough, compassionate and fair. I can tell you that law enforcement in Lee County is currently firing on all cylinders. The collaboration and cooperation between agencies is second to none. We need to maintain this efficiency to provide for the safety and security of the citizens. Matt Klahn is a primary cog in this partnership and will continue this alliance. Please join me by voting for Matt Klahn to be our next Lee County state’s attorney.
Vote no to transfer parks PAUL CAMPBELL Dixon
The election is just around the corner, and an issue that is very near and dear to me is on the ballot. The city of Dixon is asking the voters whether they want the Dixon Park District to transfer ownership and financial responsibility to the city. When I initially heard this several months ago, I could not believe this was even being addressed. We have one of the most wonderful park districts, with dedicated, hardworking and knowledgeable staff. I use the parks all the time and see the care that goes into maintaining them and the hundreds of people who use them for recreation and sporting activities. Why would we want the city to take over something that is running so well? The Dixon Park District operates year after year within
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Vote Cook for Ogle clerk MEL MESSER Rochelle
I am voting for Laura Cook for Ogle County clerk and recorder. Before retiring from the office of sheriff of Ogle County, I was able to work with Laura in her capacity as chief deputy clerk for many years. She was always helpful, professional and courteous. The professional manner in which she handled interactions with the sheriff’s office showed me that she should be our next Ogle County clerk and recorder. I have known for a long time that Laura should be our next Ogle County clerk and recorder. This is why I am voting for Laura Cook for Ogle County clerk and recorder.
Vote O’Brien for Ogle clerk DICK JOHNSTON Oregon
I’ve been a resident of Ogle County for many years and am happy to support Tiffany O’Brien for county clerk and recorder. I was especially swayed by her stated plan to save the county money by taking on the county clerk’s duties while continuing to do her present responsibilities. She’s experienced and when elected, the clerk and recorder’s office will be in good hands for many years. On March 15, she has my vote.
Vote Cook for county clerk BONNIE HENDRICKSON Oregon
I visit the county clerk’s office quite often to perform genealogical and historical research. Laura Cook has always been there to help me in my efforts, above and beyond her normal office duties. I have personally known Laura for many years, and she is a genuine person. I am supporting and voting for Laura J. Cook for Ogle County clerk and recorder in the March primary election.
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Midland States Bank announces $400M deal Bank adds to assets in growing specialty area BY PAM EGGEMEIER peggemeier@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5570 @pam_eggemeier
EFFINGHAM – Midland States Bank announced plans Tuesday for a nearly halfbillion-dollar deal that will increase assets in a highgrowth specialty area. Midland States has entered into an agreement to acquire
an estimated $400 million in wealth management assets from Yonkers, New York-based Sterling National Bank. The deal, subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close in the second or third quarter of this year. The wealth management assets, acquired by Sterling National in its 2015 merger with Hudson Valley Bank, fall mainly in the special needs and settlement trusts business category. Midland States has experi-
ence in this specialized asset group after its 2013 purchase of a Milwaukee-based settlement trust group. After assimilating all 10 employees from Sterling National’s trust department, Midland’s wealth management group staff will number 45. In addition to settlement trust services, Midland’s wealth management group offers trust and estate services, investment management, and retirement planning. From 2007 through 2015,
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OREGON – Two Oregon Together organizers hope a series of upcoming planning sessions will reveal what residents truly want for their community. Five community planning sessions where participants can share their goals and dreams for Oregon will be held in April and May, steering committee member Terry Schuster said. “There’s no agenda, no preconceived projects. Everyone in the group wants to make Oregon better,” said Schuster, who also is a city commissioner. “My guiding principle behind this whole project is that it’s we, the people of Oregon.” Organizers are hoping at least 60 people will participate, said Rick Ryland, also a steering committee member. Oregon Together has hired the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs, based at Western Illinois University, to help, through its Map-
tomized strategies, which is a cultural fit to the way we work with our clients. Jeff Ludwig, Midland’s president and chief financial officer, said the bank is “always looking for opportunities to grow our company in ways that fit within our expertise. This opportunity is a nice fit and allows us to expand our expertise in this specialized trust space. Sterling National said the deal allows the company to continue its focus on middle-market commercial clients.
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Midland has grown its wealth management assets from $90 million to $1.2 billion. Midland said the acquisition increases its footprint in a key specialty business, and adds experience to its staff. “Sterling National’s trust team gives us additional expertise and critical mass in the court-appointed settlement trust business,” said Eric Chojnicki, president of Midland’s Wealth Management Group. “Their team is client-driven through the creation of cus-
To participate The Oregon Together planning sessions will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 11, 18 and 25 and May 2 and 9, all Mondays, at the Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St. A full meal will be served each night. Those interested participating are asked to commit to all five sessions. Contact Donna Mann at dmann@niu.edu or 815751-8756. Find Together Oregon on Facebook for more information. Go to mappingthefuture.org to learn more about the Mapping the Future of Your Community program ping the Future of Your Community program. Experts from WIU will attend the planning sessions to help solicit ideas for projects, prioritize them, and determine what’s needed to make them happen. They also will work with the community to implement the ideas, Schuster said, adding that the money to pay the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs is coming from donations from local businesses. The institute, a branch of the state Department of Commerce and Economic Development,
helps economic development in communities with populations fewer than 20,000. It is also funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and WIU. A group of 19 people met Oct. 15 to learn more about the Mapping the Future program. The Oregon Together steering committee, led by Donna Mann, was formed then. All Oregon residents are encouraged to take part in the planning sessions, but those who do are asked to attend all five sessions, Schuster said “It’s a big commitment.”
The following stock quotations, as of 5 p.m., are provided as a community service by Chad Weigle of Edward Jones, Dixon and Raymond James and Associates, Sterling. Abbott................................39.19 ADM..................................33.83 AGL....................................64.89 Alcoa....................................8.76 AltriaCorp..........................61.34 American Express.............54.62 Arris-Group.......................22.87 Apple.................................96.10 AT&T.................................37.10 Autonation........................51.35 Bank of America................12.12 Boeing..............................115.59 BorgWarner.......................32.42 BP......................................28.54 Casey’s.............................109.37 Caterpillar.........................65.87 CenturyLink......................30.01 Chevron.............................85.28 Cisco..................................26.32 Citigroup...........................38.07 CocaCola...........................43.89 ConAgra.............................41.98 Dean..................................19.10 Deere & Co........................78.99 Disney................................95.50 Donaldson.........................28.69 DuPont..............................59.03 Exelon................................31.75 Exxon.................................81.46 FifthThird..........................15.05
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IntlPaper............................34.71 JCPenney.............................7.69 JohnsonControls..............35.75 Johnson&Johnson..........104.94 JPMorgan Chase...............56.12 Kraft-Heinz.......................72.99 Kroger................................38.71 Leggett&Platt....................44.75 Manpower.........................77.48 McDonald’s.....................117.05 Merck&Co.........................50.55 Microsoft...........................51.36 3M...................................157.18 Monsanto..........................88.59 Newell................................37.72 Nike...................................60.41 Parker-Han......................101.13 Pfizer..................................30.01 Pepsico..............................99.66 Proctor&Gamble..............81.55 RaymondJames................42.90 Republic............................45.99 Sears Hldg.........................16.97 SensientTech....................56.69 Sprint...................................3.05 Staples.................................9.19 TheTravelers...................108.49 UnitedContinental...........56.26 UnitedTech.......................93.61 USBancorp........................38.44 USSteel................................7.72 Verizon..............................50.85 Walgreen...........................79.43 WalMartMexico................22.64 WalMartStores..................67.10 WasteMgt..........................56.09 Wendy’s...............................9.49
Commodities The following quotations are provided as a community service by Sterling Futures: Corn: March 3.59 3⁄ 4 ; May 3.64½; July 3.70 Soybeans: March 8.67½; May 8.72¼4; Nov. 8.823⁄4 Soybean oil: March 30.92; Dec. 31.75
Soybean meal: March 262.90; Dec. 272.60 Wheat: March 4.42 3⁄4; July 4.593⁄4 Oats: March 1.78; July 1.95 Live cattle: Feb. 136.97; April 136.15; June 125.27 Feeder cattle: March 157.95; April 157.92 Lean hogs: April 71.47;
June 80.92; Oct. 68.37 Sugar: March 13.97 Cotton: March 57.70 T-Bonds: March 16615⁄16 Silver: March 15.33 Gold: April 1234.00 Copper: March 2.1120 Crude: April 32.16 Dollar Index: March 97.49 Ethanol: March 1.412
IN BRIEF Librarian of Congress pick’s ties to Obama date to Chicago CHICAGO (AP) – The nominee to be the next Librarian of Congress has ties to President Barack Obama dating to her tenure with the Chicago Public Library more than 2 decades ago. Obama on Wednesday nominated Baltimore library chief Carla Hayden to be the
first woman and first African-American to lead the Library of Congress. Obama said he and first lady Michelle Obama have known Hayden from her days in Chicago. She was deputy commissioner and chief librarian of the Chicago Public Library from 1991 to 1993 before taking the position in Baltimore. She also was worked with the Chicago library and the Museum of Science and Industry from 1973 to 1987.
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Young moms feel pressed for success Dear Abby, Why is there so much angst today over raising children, especially in young mothers? I don’t remember my mother or my friends’ mothers being so concerned about whether they were doing a good job, and I certainly didn’t gather with my daughters’ friends’ moms to bemoan whether I was a bad mother. Now there are all these blogs and workshops, etc. on how to be the “best” mom, and all these lifestyle gurus who constantly tell them not to worry, they’re doing a great job. It just seems like a bunch of nonsense to me. I think it’s because a generation or so back, moms began to elevate
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their children to top priority in the family over their husbands. What’s your take? – Puzzled Grandma in the South Dear Puzzled, The world is different today. Many women feel torn because they want or need to work, while at the same time feel pressured
to help their children succeed in an increasingly competitive world. (Is the child academically prepared for kindergarten? Is the child able to work cooperatively with others? Is the school highly rated enough? What and how many extracurricular activities will boost their child’s chances of excelling?) While it might seem like nonsense to you, I assure you it does not seem like nonsense to them. Women of your generation didn’t second-guess themselves because parenting a generation ago was simpler. If children seem to be the No. 1 priority these days, it might be because both parents feel driven to succeed and are determined that their children will, too.
Dear Abby, I have been married to my husband for 11 years. We are financially and emotionally stable. We recently became friendly with another couple who are newly married and not as financially secure as we are. They spend frivolously. When we go on vacation, they invite themselves along and assume they are staying in our travel trailer without asking (they have their own trailer they could bring). They don’t offer to help pay for gas. The last trip we took, the wife cooked only one meal, while I prepared the rest for a 3-day trip. This upcoming trip, they haven’t offered to bring anything. We don’t mind sharing what we have and help-
ing our friends out, but what we are starting to resent is the assumption that because we make more money, we’ll pick up the tab for everything. Are we wrong to feel this way? My husband and I both see this the same way. – Starting to Resent Them Dear Starting to Resent, It’s not wrong to not want to be taken advantage of. This wouldn’t be happening if you had established some rules in the beginning, but it isn’t too late to do it now. Call the wife. Tell her what you expect her and her husband to bring on the next trip, and what chores they will be expected to perform. It isn’t fair that you are
doing all the work and paying for everything while they are on your vacation. They should provide – or pay for – half the groceries, half the gas, and share any housekeeping responsibilities. Ditto if you go to a restaurant. And the next time they tell you they are coming with you on your vacation, don’t hesitate or feel guilty when you reply, “We’d like some privacy this time, so it will just be the two of us.” Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
COMMUNITY EVENTS Thursday, Feb. 25 Open pool, open cards, Wii games (call ahead), and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230. Open pool, open cards, open Wii games and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236. Pool players, 8:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252. Kings on Corner cards, 9 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230. Bingo and popcorn, 9-10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050. Boot Scootin’ Seniors, 9:15 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815732-3252. Wii Bowling and cards, 10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815562-5050. Community coffee,
10-11 a.m., The Meadows of Franklin Grove, 510 N. State St., 815-456-3000. Zumba class, 10:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236. Lifescape Lunch, 11:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236. Sign up by 10 a.m. previous business day. ‘57 Girls Lunch, 11:30 a.m., Angelo’s III, 800 N. Galena Ave., Dixon. Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230. Organized Wii Bowling games, noon, Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon. Hand & Foot cards, 12:15 p.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815732-3252. Hand and Foot cards, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230. Crafts and quilts, 12:30 p.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401
Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-5625050. Pinochle, 12:30-3 p.m., Big Room, Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230. Bingo, 1 p.m. Sterling Women of the Moose, 2601 E. Lincolnway. Crocheting, knitting and crafts, 1 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236. Euchre/500 games, 1-2 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon. Euchre, 1 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-6228220. Euchre, 1-3 p.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050. Trap shooting, 2 p.m. until no shooters, Coleta Sportsmen’s Club, the corner of Pilgrim and Blue Goose roads, 815-3362191. Exercise group, 4 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925. Mexican food, 5-8 p.m., Rock
Falls VFW, 217 First Ave. Mexican Train dominoes, 6 p.m., Tampico Area Community Building, 106 W. Market St., 815-535-3665. Bingo, 7 p.m., Latin American Social Club, 2708 W. Fourth St., Sterling, 815-625-8290. Friday, Feb. 26 Open pool, open cards, Wii games (call ahead), and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230. Open pool, open cards, open Wii games and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236. Pool players, 8:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252. Bridge, 8:45 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050. Kings on Corner cards, 9 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230. Bingo, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Post
SUPPORT GROUPS, CLUBS AND SERVICES Friday, Feb. 26 Women, infants and children clinic, and family planning services, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon. Appointments: 815-284-3371. Blood pressure screenings, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Health Department, 1300 W. Second St., Rock Falls, 815626-2230. Electronics recycling, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 909 W. Pines Road, Oregon, 815-732-4020. Mercy Nursing Services free blood pressure clinic, 9:3011:30 a.m., Oliver’s Corner Market, 748 N. Brinton Ave., Dixon. Bible study, 10 a.m., Oregon Living & Rehab Center, 811 S. 10th St. Blood pressure checks, 11 a.m., Robert Fulton Community Center, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925. Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon.
Alcoholics Anonymous Gratitude Group, noon, open; 6 p.m. open, lower level, Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon. Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed; 3:30 p.m. closed; 7 p.m., closed; Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling. Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, closed, this is your meeting; 7 p.m., Grapevine, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., women’s, closed, back door, Reformed Church Parsonage, 703 14th Ave., Fulton. Al-Anon-Alateen, 7 p.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church, 960 U.S. Route 52, Amboy. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, Rochelle Community Hospital, 900 N. Second St. Reformers Unanimous Addiction Abstinence Program, 7-9 p.m., First Baptist Church, 24 N. Mason Ave.,
Amboy, 815-857-2682. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, First Congregational Church, 218 E. Third St., Prophetstown. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed (6), Church of God, 816 S. Clay St., Mount Carroll. Saturday, Feb. 27 Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed, Big Book, United Methodist Church, 201 E. Chicago Ave., Davis Junction. Alcoholics Anonymous Gratitude Group, 9 a.m., open; noon, open; 6 p.m., open, lower level, Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon. Caregiver’s Retreat, 10 a.m.1 p.m., Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1637 Plock Road, Dixon. Reservations: 815-288-4673. Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed; 7 p.m., closed (5), Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling. Alcoholics Anonymous,
House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-2889236. Intermediate line dancing, 10 a.m., contact Whiteside County Senior Center at 815-622-9230 for location. Wii Bowling, 10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050. Line dancing, 11 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-6229230. Lifescape Lunch, 11:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236. Sign up by 10 a.m. previous business day. Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230. Organized Wii Bowling games, noon, Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon. Cards, noon, Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050. Pinochle, 12:30-3 p.m., Big Room, Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Ster-
ling, 815-622-9230. Mexican Train dominoes, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230. Duplicate bridge, 12:30 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-2117. Pinochle, 1 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. Dixon. Bake sale, 1-3 p.m., Rock River Gardens, 3601 16th Ave., Sterling, 815-626-0233. Farkle, 1 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925. Prime rib or shrimp dinner, 5-7 p.m., American Legion Post 12, 1120 W. First St., Dixon, 815-284-2003. Lenten fish fry, 5-7 p.m., St. Mary Parish Center, 600 Ave. B, Sterling. Carry-Outs: 779-2458128. Mexican food, 5-8 p.m., Rock Falls VFW, 217 First Ave. Bingo, 7 p.m., Rock Falls American Legion, 712 Fourth Ave.
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9:30 a.m., closed, former St. Anne Grade School, 32 N. Jones Ave., Amboy, 815-8572315. Caregiver’s retreat, 10 a.m.1 p.m., Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1637 Plock Road, Dixon. Reservations: 815-288-4673. Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous, 10:30 a.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling. Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old Timers; 7 p.m., open, family fun night, bring a friend, back door, 1503 First Ave., Suite D, Rock Falls. Narcotics Anonymous Hope Without Dope, noon, in the back of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 1901 First Ave., Sterling, 815-535-3748. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, Rochelle. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., steps, traditions, closed, Village of Progress, 710 S. 13th St., Oregon.
Rochelle native will star in new TV series STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5501
Some area talent will run in “The Family” when an Oscar-nominated Rochelle native stars in a new ABC TV series. Joan Allen will join Alison Pill, Joan Rupert Allen Graves and Andrew McCarthy in “The Family,” a drama about what happens when a politician, played
by Allen, and her family are confronted with a young man who is, it seems, the boy they thought was dead. Allen, who’s also notched up numerous other award nominations and wins, played Richard Nixon’s wife, Pat, in Oliver Stone’s “Nixon,” CIA Deputy Director Pamela Landy in the “Bourne” trilogy, alongside Matt Damon, and is one of the New York theater’s most honored actresses. “The Family” will premiere at 8 p.m. Thursday, March 3, on ABC/2.
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Percussion party Sunday at high school Event features solo and ensemble competition STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5501
ROCK FALLS – Percussion-Palooza returns Sunday, with the entertainment starting at noon at Rock Falls High School, 101 12th Ave. The event features a solo and ensemble percussion competition, held a week prior to the Illinois state contests and
almost a month before the Iowa state contests. The top three preliminary performances in each category at each level will receive awards, and the judges’ special merit honorees will perform at the PercussionPalooza Premier Showcase. Performers include many local and area drumlines.
Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children, and free for children under 5. Go to rhythm-quest. org or contact Lindsay Guinand at guinandl@ rfhs301.org or Ramiro Martinez at 815-718-2302 for more information. The event is sponsored by visitrockfalls.com and the music department at Rock Falls High School.
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Gavin Long, a student at Rock Falls High School, plays a solo drum piece called “Phone Tag” during the opening hours of last year’s Percussion Palooza at Rock Falls High. The event returns Saturday at the high school.
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ART EXHIBITS At The Next Picture Show DIXON – The Regional Survey of Art 12 exhibit will run through Monday at the gallery, 113 W. First St. Art from well-known Grand Detour artist Beverly Garcia will be on display from Tuesday through April 2, and Kathy Blunk’s artwork will be shown simultaneously on the back wall. An opening reception for the show will be from 6 to 8 p.m. March 4. Art at Loveland DIXON – The art collection at Loveland Community House and Museum, 513 W. Second St., as well as the museum’s many other exhibits, are available for viewing from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday or by appointment. Guided group tours can be scheduled by contacting Steve Wilson at swilson@lovelandcommunityhouse.org or 815-284-2741. Visit lovelandcommunityhouse. org for a virtual tour of the museum, and for more information. The event is free to the public. Through March 21 Artists’ work sought at SVCC DIXON – Sauk Valley Community College is looking for student-artists and alumni to design one-of-a-kind artwork submissions for the Spring Sauk Administrative Art Contest. Winning submissions will be awarded prizes. Submissions, which will be accepted until 4 p.m. March 21, should be Sauk-inspired, with an emphasis on the spirit of the college and its colors, red and black. Still mediums accepted include: drawing, painting, photography and sculpture. All entries must be professional and respectful in nature and can be turned in at Room 3L08 at Sauk. This competition is not open to current faculty or staff, or professional artists. Go to svcc.edu/artcontest for complete rules and prize information. Call Shelley Barkley at 815835-6320 with questions.
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Sidecar Sarcasm will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at Cragel’s, 345 Washington St., Prophetstown. The rock cover band plays songs by bands such as Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more. Saturday Painting lessons STERLING – A painting workshop for those 15 and older will be offered from 1 to 4 p.m. at Woodlawn Arts Academy, 3807 Woodlawn Road. The course will be taught by Beverly Garcia, who has a studio in Grand Detour, and is for all skill levels. The cost is $50. She uses oils and pastels with bold colors in a representational style. Her work includes still-lifes, landscapes, portraits and farm animals. Advance registration is required for the events. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. Visit woodlawnartsacademy. com, call 815-626-4278, or stop at the academy, to register. Friday through May 6 Vote on artwork at Woodlawn STERLING – Woodlawn Arts Academy’s Student-Teacher Art Exhibit opens with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Academy, 3807 Woodlawn Road. Student and teacher artwork will be on display in the halls and lounge through May 6. The exhibit features more than 100 works from students and teachers from more than 10 area schools. The public can vote on their favorite pieces in three age categories through March 4. The top four pieces from each category will be featured in the 2016 Summer Arts Program
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Guide, which is mailed to 24,000 homes in the area. Select winning pieces from the exhibit will be displayed on the First Avenue Bridge between Sterling and Rock Falls through the Bridge the Community organization. Go to woodlawnartsacademy. com or call 815-626-4278 for more information.
BANDS AND BARS Get listed! Are you in a band that would like to be listed in Plan!t Sauk Valley’s free entertainment calendar? Are you a bar that offers live entertainment? Send an email with the band’s name, booking number and website or Facebook page, and gig or event schedule, or the bar’s event schedule, to Lucas Pauley at lpauley@saukvalley.com. At Bear’s Pub LYNDON – Reflex Blues will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 102 W. Commercial St. At Cochran’s Pub STERLING – Doug Brundies will play an acoustic show from 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday at the bar, 13464 Galt Road. At Corner Spot Bar & Grill DIXON – Hitz City will play from
9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 510 Chicago Ave. At Cragel’s PROPHETSTOWN – Sidecar Sarcasm will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 345 Washington St. Upcoming: March 5, String Puppets; March 19, Reflex Blues; and April 23, 3 On The Tree At The Cooler ROCK FALLS – DJ Hollywood Karaoke will provide entertainment from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. today, The Cal Stage Band will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, and Sunset Strip will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 311 W. Second St. Upcoming: March 4, Lynn Allen At Sterling Moose STERLING – Lyle Grobe & the Rhythm Ramblers will play from 7 to 10 p.m. March 12 at Sterling Moose Family Center, 2601 E. Lincolnway. At That Place on Palmyra DIXON – Tristan Bushman will play at 6 p.m. March 17 at the bar and grill, 648 Palmyra Road. At Whiskey Barrel Saloon ROCK FALLS – Super Red Hot DJ & Karaoke will provide entertainment from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. today, Trippin Molly, with special guest Bloody Gulch, will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, and Cheese Pizza, with special guest PapaNutt, will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 305 W. Second St. Upcoming: March 4, Decades Rock Band; and March 5, Slick Trigger
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Cody Lund, a violinist and senior at Sterling High School, will be the star of the show when the Clinton Symphony Orchestra performs at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the auditorium at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Ave.
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MORRISON – Cody Lund, a violinist and senior at Sterling High School, will be the star of the show when the Clinton Symphony Orchestra performs at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the auditorium at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Ave. Lund was the orchestra’s 2016 Young Artist, chosen from high school musicians in the area. He will play Beethoven’s “Second Romanza” at the performance.
The program will also include the overture to the opera “The Bartered Bride,” a suite from the opera “Carmen,” and the Fourth Symphony of Johannes Brahms. Tickets, which cost $15 for adults, are available at Grummert’s Hardware, 424 Locust St., Sterling, and Fitzgerald’s Pharmacy, 124 E. Main St., Morrison, and at the door. Students will be admitted free for this show. Go to clintonsymphony.org for complete program notes are more information.
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REAGAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Sixth through Eigth Grade Andrew Bullock, Principal 620 Division Street, Dixon, IL • 815-284-7725 Students in 8th grade English Language Arts classes wrote “Definition Poems” this fall. A “Definition Poem” describes a topic without giving it away, similar to a riddle. See if you can guess the subject of these Definition Poems!
Madison Elementary students participated in the annual American Heart Association’s Jump Rope for Heart. The event took place in their gym classes from January 22nd to February 5th, 2016. During the 2 weeks, students collected donations from family and friends. This year’s goal was to raise $ 3,500. The students of Madison surpassed that goal and raised an astonishing amount of $ 6,300. Because the students met their goal, they were able to duct tape Mr. Sagel, Mr. Thorpe, and Mr. Ricks to a beam during their lunch hours. The students had a blast. Madison School would like to thank all the parents, students and sponsors for making our event a success.
“Within Returning Pages” by Melody Breckenfelder The fine narrow print following following I’m lost within the turning pages Mermaids on the sand and soldiers fighting in war within the turning pages Ballerinas dancing Kings and Queens feasting within the turning pages. “What am I?” by Jacob Sibley Flowing through the wind, Forever standing, Never landing, For if I do I must burn in flames, Full of stars as if I’m space My stripes don’t look one bit out of place, By now you should guess this, But if you don’t I’ll keep going, Representing the best military in the world, Only the proper way I must fold, Wrinkled and tattered I still stand, Overlooking this precious land. Submitted by Mrs. Delhotal Future engineers at work! Middle school ingenuity is tapped when sixth and seventh grade Science students in Mrs. LeSage and Ms. Weaver’s classes participate in a weekly engineering challenge. Student teams use the Engineering Design Process to solve a variety of engineering problems and win fun challenges. Students engage their creativity, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Whether they are building the tallest free standing tower out of only twenty sheets of paper, designing a raft out of tin foil, or building a race car, the two teachers are constantly amazed by the ability of their students to solve a problem in a variety of ways.
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IN BRIEF Wedding accessory swap set for Sunday DIXON – An accessories exchange for party, bridal, and related items will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at Post House Ballroom, 100 W. Second St. Those who would like to sell, give away, or barter items can rent an 8-foot table for $5. Admission for shoppers is free. Among the suggested items are dresses, jewelry, candles, card boxes, chair covers, pew bows, wreaths, lights, garland, and vases. To rent a table or for more information, call the Post House Ballroom manager at 815-288-0892. – SVM staff report
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DIXON – Tristan Bushman will be joined by Kayla Mickelsen and Andrew Robinson this Saturday at Rosbrook Studio, 107 S. Peoria Ave. The Ashton singer-songwriter made it to the Hollywood round on this Kayla season of “Amer- Mickelsen ican Idol.” Mickelsen is from Geneva and also was on the show. She made it into the top 51. Robinson is a Rockford singer-songwriter
The show will begin at 7 p.m.; doors open at 6:30. Last year at Rosbrook, Bushman released his debut EP, “Heartwood,” which is available on iTunes, Spotify, ReverbNation and Google Play. Tickets are $6 in advance at ticketriver.com/ event/18895 and at Roxie’s, 302 Andrew W. First St., and Robinson Books on First, 202 W. First St. They will be $8 at the door. Find Bushman, Mickelsen and Robinson on Facebook for more information.
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Tristan Bushman, the Ashton singer-songwriter who made it to the Hollywood round on this season of “American Idol,” will perform with Kayla Mickelsen and Andrew Robinson this Saturday at Rosbrook Studio, 107 S. Peoria Ave. Find Bushman, Mickelsen and Robinson on Facebook for more information.
WHAT’S GOING ON CHILI COOK-OFFS March 26 Check out some chili ROCK FALLS – A chili cook-off will run from 1 to 3 p.m. at City of God Church, 530 W. Rock Falls Road. Many volunteers will be preparing chili, and each person attending can vote for their favorite. The event is free for all ages. Call 815-716-8057 for more information.
COMEDY March 18 Impractical Jokers in area ROCKFORD – The Tenderloins, a New York-based comedy troupe whose members – Joe Gatto, James Murray, Brian Quinn and Sal Vulcano – are the creators, executive producers and stars of truTV’s series “Impractical Jokers,” will bring the “Where’s Larry?” tour to the area with shows at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. The show is a mix of stand-up, never-before-seen hidden camera videos, stories and insight. Regular tickets are $52. VIP packages are $252.50 and include a post-show meet-andgreet, autographed poster and a merchandise pack. A secondary VIP package is $152.50 and includes an autographed poster and merchandise pack. They are available at BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St., Ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster locations, and at 800-745-3000. Go to thetenderloins.com for more information. April 1 Comedian at local eatery DEER GROVE – Aaron Foster will perform his comedy act at 8 p.m. at Arnie’s Happy Spot, 1667 Hoover Road. Foster is a Chicago comedian. He performs at Laugh Factory and Zanie’s Comedy Club. Tickets, which are $5 for the show only or $11 with a chicken dinner, are available in advance. Show-only tickets will be available at the door, which will open at 6:30 p.m. The food special runs from 6:30 to 7:30. Videos of Foster performing can be found on YouTube. April 22 Farley to perform at Arnie’s DEER GROVE – Kevin Farley will perform his comedy act at 8 p.m. at Arnie’s Happy Spot, 1667 Hoover Road. Farley is the brother of the late Chris Farley, and a successful actor and comedian in his own right. He has appeared in movies such as “The Waterboy,” “Tommy Boy,” and “Black Sheep.” Tickets will be $8 and only 200 will be sold. There will be no dinner option with this show. Advance ticket sales begin Tuesday. Go to to kevinfarleyofficial.com for more information.
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Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. Each musician or band performs four songs, and a jam session will follow. Instruments are acoustic, a sound system is provided, and many different styles of music are featured. Poets and short-story writers are welcome. A donation is required for admission to help cover utility costs. Call 815-288-9263 for more information. Upcoming: March 25 Sunday Young musicians to perform DIXON – The Youth Talent Showcase, sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Dixon, is scheduled for 2 p.m. at The Next Picture Show, 113 W. First St. Local high school and college music students will showcase their talents. The public is welcome, as are donations. Proceeds will go to a fine arts scholarship at Sauk Valley Community College. March 4 First Fridays in Mount Morris MOUNT MORRIS – The First Fridays Open Stage music show is back at its new location at Pinecrest Grove Community Center and Theater, just off of McKendrie Street at 500 Evergreen Lane. Registration begins at 6 p.m., with the show at 7. Food and beverages are available for purchase from the McKendrie Street Cafe. Each musician or band performs for 15 minutes. Instruments are acoustic, and a professional sound system is provided. The music will include country, bluegrass, blues, gospel, folk, soft rock, and eclectic mixes of the different styles. Admission is by donation. All musicians and spectators are welcome. Call 815-9730942 for more information. Upcoming: April 1 March 6 Polish group in area ROCKFORD – The Rockford Coronado Concert Association will spotlight the European style of orchestra as it welcomes the Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra at 7 p.m. at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. The group is the largest music institution in northern Poland and includes 77 musicians. Tickets are $25 to $35 and available at coronadopac.org or by calling 815-968-0595. The RCCA will offer free tickets to students age 24 and under. They can be picked up at the box office during regular hours or the day of the show. Go to rccaconcerts.org or contact Beth Howard at bhoward@ coronadopac.org or 815-8476314. March 18 Blues and Bluegrass FRANKLIN GROVE – If it’s the third Friday of the month, it’s Blues and Bluegrass night at the H.I. Lincoln Building, 136 N. Elm St. Open-stage acoustic gospel, folk, country, blues and bluegrass will be performed, beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted to help with the upkeep of the historic building. Go to franklingroveil.org for more information. Upcoming: April 15
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April 12 Learn about ukuleles DIXON – John Lindhorst, owner of Ukulele Station of America in Oregon, will offer information and give a free performance at 12:30 p.m. at Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. Lindhorst will bring several different ukuleles and explain each one. Call 815-288-9236 for more information.
CRAFT SHOWS, FLEA MARKETS, VENDOR SHOWS Friday through Sunday Home show in Rockford ROCKFORD – See what’s new for the home and garden at the 36th annual Rockford Home Show, Feb. 26 to 28 at Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. The show will run from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Attendees can shop for new products and services. Vendors will also offer new ideas and concepts on interior and exterior design. Flowers will be sold at bargain prices starting at 2 p.m. Saturday. Visitors can also get antiques, collectibles, coins, toys and more appraised by representatives of Hack’s Auction and Antiques from noon to 3:30 p.m. Sunday. There will be a bounce house and kids activities throughout the weekend. Admission is $6 for adults and free for children younger than 12. Go to showtimeproduction.net/ home-show for more information. Saturday Find a treasure in Dixon DIXON – A trash to treasure sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the ballroom at the Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. No early sales will be allowed. A book and bake sale also will take place at the same time. Paperbacks will cost 50 cents and hardbacks $1; buy two books, get one free. Proceeds benefit the Lee County Council on Aging. Call 815-288-9236 for more information. Saturday and Sunday Railroad show in the area LENA – The Depot Stove Gang Model Railroad Club will present its 28th annual Model Railroad Show and Swap Meet from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days in the gymnasiums at Lena-Winslow Elementary, 401 Freemont St., the Junior High, 517 Freemont St., and the High School, 516 Freemont St. There will be more than 30,000 square feet of operating displays,
railroad memorabilia, and model railroad merchandise. The show and parking are free. Donations will be accepted. Lunch will be available in the elementary school cafeteria. Call the Freeport/Stephenson County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 815-233-1357 for more information. March 5 Almost time for farm toy show POLO – The 31st annual Polo Farm Toy Show, sponsored by the Lions Club, will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Polo High School, 100 Union Ave. The event will feature approximately 100 dealer tables and a 50/50 drawing. The school is handicap accessible and food will be served in the cafeteria. Admission is $2 for adults and free for children 12 and under. Interested in having your own booth? Call Irene Short at 815946-3730. March 5-6 Stamp, scrapbook show in area ROCKFORD – Learn to make your own greeting cards and scrapbook your memories at the Rubber Stamp and Scrapbook Show at the Clock Tower Resort and Conference Center, 7801 E. State St. The show will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 5 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 6. Admission is $7 for both days, and free for children under 12. Stampers, scrapbookers and paper crafters can visit with popular rubber stamp and scrapbook manufacturers, view their entire lines and buy directly from them. There will be a raffle for a gift basket valued at more than $500. All proceeds from the raffle tickets will go to the Shriner’s Hospitals for Children. The first 100 people in line on Saturday will receive a key, which could open a “treasure chest” that contains a $100 certificate to be spent at the show. Go to ssatshows.com for more information. March 12-13 Get home, garden ready STERLING – If you are planning a home remodeling project or just want new ideas to spruce up your home or garden, make plans to attend the Sauk Valley Home & Garden Show both days at Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway. The show will feature vendors displaying products and services for home remodeling, construction, landscaping, indoor living, design, and much more. The show will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. For those who’d like to be a vendor, there’s still time to sign up. Call Jennifer Heintzelman, Sauk Valley Media’s advertising director, at 815-625-3600, ext. 5630, to sign up your business or for more information.
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March 13 Get your quarters ready DIXON – A Quarter Madness event will be open from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. The event is a cross between an auction and a raffle, where people “bid” to win a product or prize of brand new goods donated from local businesses and various home business vendors. Bids on these new items are from one to four quarters. Once all the bids are in, a number is drawn. If your paddle number is called and you have placed a bid, you win that item. Vendors also sell items at their tables. The bar will be open, and participants can bring snacks. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Call 815-288-9236 for more information.
urdays features art, music and other cultural events. Find the event on Facebook for a complete schedule and more details. The Second Saturdays open mic nights run from 8 p.m. to midnight at Rosbrook Studio, 107 S. Peoria Ave. Musicians can register at the open mic or message Rosbrook on Facebook. Admission is a suggested $3 donation. Upcoming: April 9
July 2 Calling all crafters, vendors Crafters and vendors are needed for the 2016 Petunia Fest Craft & Vendor Show, Pinky’s Not-soHidden Treasures ‘n’ More, which will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 2 at Loveland Community House. “Last year was a huge success, and we’re looking to grow it even bigger this year,” organizer Steve Wilson said. Call 815-284-2741, or email at swilson@lovelandcommunityhouse.org to register and for more details.
Saturday Free guitar workshop MOUNT MORRIS – A free guitar workshop will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon at Aireloom Music Studio, 4167 Mud Creek Road. The artists conducting the workshop are all instructors at the music education center. Topics covered will include demonstrations of playing techniques and styles in classical and folk guitar, rock and bass guitar, and using of a slide/ resonator. Reservations are appreciated, but not required. Call 815-973-5697 or go to aireloommusic.com for more information.
DANCE Saturday Clinic to help dancers STERLING – School dance team hopefuls will get a chance to learn some skills, tips and tricks during a school dance team prep clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Woodlawn Arts Academy, 3807 Woodlawn Road. Fifth- through 12th-graders will learn the basics of pom dance, kicks, jumps and turns. No previous dance experience is needed, and participants don’t need to be a Woodlawn Dance Academy student. Participants are asked to have their hair pulled up, and wear dance shoes and clothes that will allow them to move easily. They should also bring a water bottle and sack lunch. Tuition is $40 per person and registration is required. Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Call 815-626-4278 or woodlawnartsacademy.com for forms or more information.
DOWNTOWN EVENTS March 12 Second Saturdays returns DIXON – Second Saturdays Art Happenings will return to downtown Dixon. Most of the happenings will run from 6 to 8 p.m. at various venues between First and Second streets and Peoria and Galena avenues. Second Sat-
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March 6 Euchre open to everyone DIXON – A euchre tournament will start at 1 p.m. at Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. Registration begins at 12:30. Cost is $5 per person and 25 cents a set, with 100 percent payback. The event is open to the public. Call 815-288-9236 for more information. March 12 Big bingo fan? ROCK FALLS – The Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce will host a day and night of traditional Bingo at the American Legion, 712 Fourth Ave. Doors open at 11 a.m., with games beginning at 1 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. They include ten cards for ten regular games. Additional cards for special and jackpot games, along with raffle tickets, will be available for purchase at the event. Tickets are available at rockfallschamber.com and Sauk Valley Bank, 201 W. Third St. and 3319 E. Lincolnway in Sterling; 904 First Ave. in Rock Falls; and 300 Walton Drive in Dixon. Call Kadina Hodges at 815625-4500 for more information.
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WHAT’S GOING ON FARMERS MARKETS In Dixon DIXON – The Haymarket Square farmers market has moved indoors for the winter to the lower level of Loveland Community House, 513 Second St. Hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market will be open March 5 and 19, and April 2 and 16. The building is handicappedaccessible. Among planned items for sale are local meats, eggs, baked goods, locally crafted soaps, lotions, gifts, and artisan crafts. On March 5, The Dixon Learning Lab will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St. The intention of the program is to offer the community of Dixon an opportunity to learn about some of the interesting things that are going on in the region. There will be beekeepers, herb farmers and bagpipe players. Volunteers from Nachusa Grasslands, Franklin Creek Grist Mill and Project GenNex will be on hand. Participants can also learn about “laughter yoga” and more at the event. Email Sheldon Schwitek at beesnug@me.com for more information. In Sterling STERLING – The Twin City Market is open from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the historical Twin City Produce Building, 106 Ave. A. Find the market on Facebook, go to twincityfarmersmarket.com, or call 815-499-7268 for a list of vendors, upcoming events and more information.
FUN FOR A CAUSE March 5-6 Fundraiser marks 7 years DIXON – The seventh annual Top Dog fundraiser for Granny Rose Animal Shelter will return to the Elks Lodge, 1279 Franklin Grove Road. There is no cover charge for either day. Saturday events start with a noon sign-up for a Texas hold ‘em poker tournament that begins at 1 p.m. Details are being finalized. Other events include a silent auction and raffles. Items include a basketball signed by Bo Ryan; tickets to the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Blackhawks, and Chicago Bulls; dinner certificates; a Yetibrand cooler with craft beer; and a freezer with a whole hog. Auction donations are being accepted until March 4.
A dance contest begins at 4 p.m., with categories for kids, solo, and groups. A karaoke contest begins at 8 p.m., with cash prizes for both. Registration for a single-player, blind-draw bags tournament begins at 5:30; teams will be drawn at 6:45 and play will start at 7 p.m. The entry fee is $20 and includes pizza. Tickets already are on sale for a 50/50 raffle, with the winner drawn at 6 p.m. that Saturday. Tickets – $5 for one, $10 for three, $20 for seven, $50 for 20, and $100 for 50 – are available at Granny Rose, 613 River Lane; Oliver’s Corner Market, 748 N. Brinton Ave.; Shamrock Pub, 1401 Chicago Ave; PatiO’s Irish Pub, 222 W. First St.; Supreme Cleaners, 2015 N. Brinton Ave.; and Flowers Etc. 1103 Palmyra St., all in Dixon; and at Knie Appliance, 3614 E. Lincolnway, and Tuff Dog Bakery, 7 E. Third St., in Sterling. Tickets also are being sold at Railside Inn, 207 S. Butler St., Nelson; Pipe’s Pub, 205 S. Main St., Ohio; and Jeff’s Refs, 113 W. Main St. Polo, or from Rudy Rutherford, 815-440-4096. You need not be present to win. Last year’s winner pocketed $4,500. Sunday’s activities start with a partners, blind-draw bags tournament. Registration begins at 9 and play starts at 9:45 a.m. The cost is $20 per person. Sign-in for a poker tournament starts at 9 a.m. that Sunday, with play beginning 9:30. Call Rudy Rutherford at 815440-4096 for more information, or to donate auction items. March 5 Expo benefits foundation STERLING – Bi-County Cooperative Foundation Spring Expo will run from 7 a.m. to noon at Self Help Enterprises, 2300 W. LeFevre Road. The show will feature crafters, home businesses and artisans, and will be held in conduction with a pancake breakfast. The meal costs $5 for adults, $3 for Self Help consumers, and $2 for children younger than 12. Proceeds benefit foundation programs that assist children with disabilities and their families. Go to bicountyfoundation. org for more information on the foundation. Get out, help Gobblers STERLING – The Sterling-Rock
March 9 Annual chili fundraiser DIXON – Lee County Council on Aging will host its 26th annual chili/soup dinner fundraiser from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Post House Ballroom, 100 W. Second St. Adult tickets are $6 in advance at the senior center or $7 at the door, and free for children age 5 and under. Call 815-288-9236 for more information.
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“The Addams Family,” a new musical comedy, will hit the stage at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday at Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School, 1608 Fourth Ave. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and $7 each for groups of 5 or more. The box office is open from 3 to 6 p.m. and 1 hour prior to showtime. Call 815-622-3248 or go to centennialauditorium.org for more information. Tickets are available online. Falls Gobblers of the National Wild Turkey Foundation will host its Save The Habitat, Save The Hunt banquet from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Latin American Social Club, 2756 School Road. Proceeds will go to the group’s summer youth day in Coleta. Tickets are $50 with membership or $65 per couple. Contact Heath Jordan at turkeys@jcwifi.com or 815-4411437 for more information. March 8 Talks on women’s issues STERLING – Speaking Truth to Power, an area organization, will
offer two gatherings on March 8 in Sterling and Dixon for International Women’s Day. The first will be at noon in the gazebo at Central Memorial Park on East Fourth Street in Sterling. Another gathering will be from 6 to 7 p.m. at a gazebo on the Dixon riverfront, near the statue of Ronald Reagan. At each program, speakers will give a brief presentation on the day’s importance and the group’s concerns. Advance sign-ups are requested; visit facebook.com/ events/9448509338932360 or call 815-200-4729 to register.
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March 12 Breakfast set at school STERLING – A pancake breakfast will run from 7 to 11 a.m. at Christ Lutheran School, 2000 18th Ave. The breakfast will feature pancakes, farm-fresh sausage, scrambled eggs, applesauce, milk, juice, and coffee. Admission is by donation. Proceeds will benefit the school. Contact Karla Belzer at karlabelzer@yahoo.com or 563-3432803 for more information.
KARAOKE Friday and Saturday Party with the James Gang Karaoke with the James Gang from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Friday at PatiO’s, 222 W. First St., Dixon, and 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday at The Crooked Roof, 109 E. Carroll St., Lanark. Email jamesgang1996@gmail. com for more information.
THEATER Today through Saturday New play at Dixon Stage Left DIXON – “Marriage Is Murder,” starring Molly Pashon and Kevin Tumleson, begins its final week tonight at Dixon Stage Left, 306 W. First St.
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March 11-13 ‘Sound of Music’ in Amboy AMBOY – “The Sound of Music” will hit the stage at 7 p.m. March 11 and 12, and 2 p.m. March 13 at Amboy High School, 11 E. Hawley St. The cast is comprised of students from Amboy High School, Junior High School and Central School. Tickets will be $5. Find Amboy High School on Facebook to see when tickets will be available in advance. Call 815-857-3632 for more information.
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BOYS BASKETBALL | 2A NEWMAN REGIONAL SEMIFINALS
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NEWMAN 53, PROPHETSTOWN 38
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STERLING – In the first half Wednesday night, the Newman Comets closed the first and second quarters strong. But it was a big run to open the fourth quarter that made the biggest difference. After seeing a double-digit lead whittled down to six in the first minute of the fourth period, NIU recruit Noah McCarty came back off the bench to provide the spark his Comets needed in a 53-38 victory over Prophetstown in the semifinal of the Class 2A Newman Regional. “I was ready to get back in there and help my team,” said McCarty, who had been relegated to being a spectator after picking up his third foul with about 3 minutes left in the third quarter. “We played a good first half, then let them get back in it in the third quarter, and we just had to find our rhythm again.” McCarty supplied that upon his return to the game with 7:03 to play. He knocked down a jumper from the free-throw line extended to stop a 12-2 Prophetstown run, then found a wideopen Eli Leffelman for a layup a minute and a half later. The next two Newman possessions resulted in McCarty jumpers, then he hit both ends of a 1-and-1 before putting back his own miss – just his fourth miss of the game – to finish off a 12-0 run in which he either scored or assisted on every point. That turned what had been a somePhilip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com what tenuous 39-33 lead into a 51-33 Newman’s Noah McCarty reaches out for a rebound over Prophetstown’s Kody margin with 3:05 to play. Wetzell during their 2A Newman Regional semifinal game Wednesday. McCarty had 22 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 blocks in Newman’s 53-38 win. IGNITION CONTINUED ON B4
FORRESTON – No matter what side of the court the AFC Raiders were shooting at during their 1A Forreston Regional semifinal game against Wethersfield, there seemed to be something in the way before the ball could make it through the net. Forty missed shots out of 53 attempts doomed the Raiders in a 47-37 loss to Wethersfield on Wednesday. Despite the multitude of misses, the Raiders (21-10) didn’t trail the Flying Geese (25-8) by double digits until the final minute of the game. On three occasions during the second half, the Raiders got to within one point of the Geese, but were unable to break through. Defensively, the Raiders forced nine Wethersfield turnovers in the second half, and holding a 25-win club to less than 50 points was no easy task. But in the end, there were so many missed opportunties. James Talley made just 3 of 12 shots, each coming from behind the 3-point line. Those alone accounted for nearly one-quarter of the Raiders’ makes. “Our shots weren’t falling,” said Talley, who was the lone Raider in double figures with 10 points. “That’s basically it. We played a real good game everywhere else, except our shots didn’t fall.” The Raiders trailed 30-29 after three quarters, but Wethersfield’s Jacob Schwerbrock came through with a big quarter for the Geese. He scored 10 of his game-high 19 points in the fourth quarter.
OREGON 63, RIVERDALE 46
Hawks spread the wealth in win
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STERLING – Riverdale learned what many opponents have found out when trying to slow down Oregon: If you attempt to take away any one Hawk, there’s plenty more ready to swoop in and do some damage. Senior forward Trevor Otten was the object of special defenses devised by the Rams, and they were reasonably successful at it, but Oregon still was able to pull away and post a 63-46 victory on Wednesday in a Class 2A Newman Regional Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com semifinal. Oregon’s Arne Wendler dunks the ball for the Hawks’ final The win sets up a highly basket Wednesday against Riverdale in their 2A Newman anticipated rubber match Regional semifinal. Oregon won 63-46. between the Hawks and
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Star of the game: Carson Buck, Oregon, 17 points, 9 rebounds Key performers: Trevor Otten, Oregon, 12 points, 5 rebounds; Jarrett Reynolds, Oregon, 9 assists, 9 rebounds; Jake Bussert, Riverdale, 9 points, 8 rebounds Up next: 2A Newman Regional final, Oregon vs. Newman, 7 p.m. Friday Newman Comets for a regional title on Friday. They played twice in Christmas tournaments, with Oregon winning in overtime at Forreston, and Newman winning in double OT at its own event.
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AFC’s Adam Mairs puts up a shot from under the basket Wednesday against Wethersfield during their 1A Forreston Regional semifinal. AFC lost 47-37.
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On the DL Josh Hamilton Rangers OF will start season on DL; still experiencing pain after knee surgery, he hopes to be back by late April or early May.
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A photo of a Sterling wrestler on page B1 of Wednesday’s editions was mis-identified. The picture was not of Isaac Figueroa. SVM regrets the error. GIRLS BASKETBALL
All-NUIC hoops team honors 4 from AFC After the AFC girls basketball team’s unbeaten run through the NUIC, a pair of Raiders were named first-team all-conference. Madeline Prestegaard and Jaynee Prestegaard were honored as first-team selections. Milledgeville’s Jade Graff was also a first-team pick. AFC’s Cassidy Koning and Emily Shrimplin were second-team picks, as was Polo’s Paige Peterson. GIRLS BOWLING
All-BNC bowling has 5 Hawks, Duchesses Five Oregon Hawks and five Dixon Duchesses were named to the All-Big Northern Conference bowling team. Ali Scheidecker, Abi Scheidecker, Alex Duncan and Caitlyn Kaltenbrun of Oregon were named all-conference, with Victoria Barnhart named honorable mention. Dixon’s Katlyn Bay, Melissa Bates and Maggie Thomas were also named all-conference, with Duchesses Mackenzie Kavanaugh and Alyssa Bonnette receiving honorable mention. MLB
Hamels sues show promoter for fraud Texas Rangers pitcher Cole Hamels struck out trying to see last year’s Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show despite paying nearly $70,000 to a Londonbased event promoter for VIP tickets, according to a recent lawsuit. The money was to cover a 4-night stay in a luxury hotel, a limousine with champagne, goodie bags and access to the afterparty and exclusive restaurants. The suit alleges Hamels and his party got none of the perks and were denied entry to the event. Hamels is seeking $150,000 in damages for fraud and misrepresentation. OLYMPICS
Ed Belfour’s Olympic gold auctioned off Ed Belfour’s decision to trade his Olympic gold medal to go into the distilling business with his son has paid off. The medal the Hockey Hall of Fame goalie won at the 2002 Salt Lake City Games was auctioned off for $34,777 on Tuesday, according to the final bid listed by Classic Auctions. Last week, Belfour said he was selling part of his collection to join son, Dayn, and establish Belfour Distilleries, which will focus on distilling bourbons and whiskeys. SOCCER
FIFA reduces bans for Blatter, Platini Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini had their bans from soccer reduced from 8 years to 6 by FIFA’s appeal body on Wednesday, 2 days before the sport’s ruling body tries to turn the page on years of scandals by electing a new president. Blatter and Platini were initially found guilty of wrongdoing by FIFA’s independent ethics committee.
Jose Reyes Rockies IF placed on paid leave by MLB under the new domestic violence policy pending completion of criminal proceedings.
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How Waite brings wins Goaltending coach perfect fit for Crawford, ‘Hawks CHRIS KUC Chicago Tribune
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Corey Crawford was an interested observer of the Blackhawks’ alumni game against the North Stars/Wild on Saturday at TCF Bank Stadium. The Hawks goaltender paid particular attention to Jimmy Waite, one of the goalies for the Hawks alumni and Crawford’s current goaltending coach. “He played well. He made some big saves,” said Crawford, who joked that he and backup Scott Darling “might have to do a little video [work] ... and criticize a few things.” That would be a role reversal for Waite, who is paid to analyze Crawford and Darling and help them raise their games. He’s in his second season as the Hawks goaltending coach and his third stint with the team that drafted him eighth overall in 1987. Waite replaced Steve Weeks before last season and helped guide the Hawks goalies to the Jennings Trophy with a leaguelow 189 regular-season goals allowed (tied with the Canadiens). Before Weeks, Waite’s brother, Stephane, was the Hawks goaltending coach for a decade. Crawford and Jimmy Waite got to know one another at hockey schools Stephane directed in Sherbrooke, Quebec. “Jimmy has been awesome,” Crawford said. “He’s a great guy to be around and he’s played the game at the NHL level. He knows what it’s about. We’ve grown a good chemistry of everything [from] working on video, technically, how we should play certain situations, practice drills and knowing when it’s time to work and when it’s time to get a little bit of rest. And with Darling in the mix, too, we have a really good thing going here as a goalie unit.”
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Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford has responded well to goaltender coach and former Blackhawks goalie Jimmy Waite. The second-year coach helped guide the Hawks goalies a league-low 189 regular-season goals allowed last season.
Blackhawks goalies this season: Corey Crawford, 50 games played, .928 save percentage, 7 shutouts, 2.26 GAA Scott Darling, 16 games played, .917 save percentage, 0 shutouts, 2.47 GAA Said Waite, 46: “The important part of it is to know your goalie and really understand when you need to do stuff or when you need to step back. Crow and I have a great relationship, and Scott too. I couldn’t be happier with the two goalies I have.” The familiarity between Waite and Crawford helped make a smooth transition from Weeks, who was fired after one season, and before that Stephane Waite.
“Steph was great,” Crawford said. “I learned a lot from him. He was a little bit more on about video and practice, and we were out there a little more often before practice. Weeks was awesome too; I got along well with him. They felt Jimmy was someone who could help me bring my game to the next level. “That relationship has grown to points where we can work together and be confident about changing stuff or whatever we need to do to have the best chance to stop pucks.” Crawford has been among the best in the NHL at that, currently ranking first in shutouts (seven), second in wins (32) and fourth in save percentage (.928). Waite said he had “no doubt in my mind” that Crawford would become a top goalie.
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Honda Classic a new start for Rickie, Phil and Rory
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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. – A missed tee shot by Rickie Fowler. A missed putt by Phil Mickelson. A missed opportunity for Rory McIlroy. All three had great chances to win in the last tournament they played. All three are eager to get back to work at the Honda Classic at a time of the year when each tournament presents a strong test and each week gets them closer to the first major of the year at Augusta National. McIlroy’s scars are the most recent, thought they are more like a flesh wound. Two shots behind going into the last round Sunday at Riviera, he made eagle on the par-5 opening hole to briefly tie for the lead. That was as close as he got. He threeputted from 12 feet on No. 4, found the bunker in the middle of the green at No. 6, had a long birdie putt that nearly went off the green at No. 7 and spent the rest of the day trying to catch up, which is a tough spot to be in at Riviera. He closed with a 75 and tied for 20th. “The score probably got away from me because of that,” McIlroy said Wednesday. “So I didn’t dwell on
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Rory McIlroy watches after his putt falls short on the 12th green during the Pro-Am of the Honda Classic Wednesday in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. it too much because I knew that it was more the circumstances I put myself in. I know my game is in good shape and it’s there, and hope to get into contention again this week.” The Honda Classic, which begins Thursday, is hit-and-miss for McIlroy. He won at PGA National in 2012 to reach No. 1 for the first time in his career. The next year, he walked off the course in the middle of the second round when he was on his way to missing the cut, citing a sore wis-
dom tooth. He lost a two-shot lead and lost in a four-man playoff in 2014 and then missed the cut last year. Is it the nature of the golf course? The wind? “I think it’s the nature of me,” McIlroy said. “Yeah, it’s one of these golf courses that if you’re slightly off, it can really magnify your misses a little bit, and it can make you feel as if you’re playing worse than what you actually are.” Mickelson is thrilled to be playing better than he has the last few years, at least based on
the first month of the season. Even so, it was a disappointment two weeks ago at Pebble Beach when he had a two-shot lead in the final round and wound up closing with a 72 to finish one shot behind Vaughn Taylor, who had gone 10 years without winning. Mickelson had a 5-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to force a playoff and watched it spin around the edge of the cup. Mickelson is a threetime Masters champion who turns 46 this year. Along with 45 wins around the world, he has finished second 36 times. Patience comes easily with age and a spot in the World Golf Hall of Fame. “Whether I won or lost the tournament, I was still using it as a steppingstone for the rest of the year for where my game has gone,” Mickelson said. “It’s gone through a difficult time for a couple of years. And the fact that I’m playing well again, I’m in contention, and I’m hitting shots with ease ... I’m showing up at the golf course not trying to find something but continue refining what I’m already doing. “So win, lose or what have you, it’s not really affecting the confidence that I have or the direction that I feel like my game is going.”
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• Thunder at Pelicans, TNT 9:30 p.m.
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Braves shut down Cougars Annawan ‘D’ stifles Eastland in regional semifinals BY CODY CUTTER ccutter@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5552 @CodyCutter35
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Oregon’s Jarrett Reynolds (10) shoots the ball against Riverdale’s Chris Kosminksy during their semifinal game Wednesday at the 2A Newman Regional. Oregon won 63-46.
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Before a third matchup between the squads could be finalized, however, the Hawks (21-8) had to take care of business against an upstart Riverdale team that was riding high after upsetting Morrison in a regional quarterfinal. The Rams (11-17) showed they meant business by hitting 6 of their first 9 field goal attempts and bolting to a 16-10 lead on Oregon, but the Hawks eventually pulled away. Otten, Oregon’s leading scorer at 18 points per game, was shadowed in a box-and-one defense by Riverdale’s Brett Murphy for a good chunk of the night, and it was somewhat successful. Otten had just five points through three quarters, but that left other Hawks free to roam. Carson Buck often found himself open on the perimeter, and he wasn’t afraid to fire away. The senior guard tossed in a team-high 17 points on 7-for18 shooting, and also grabbed nine rebounds. “I definitely felt like we needed some people other than Trevor to step up,” Buck said. “I was confident shooting the ball. Sometimes they went down, and sometimes they didn’t.” Otten hit all three of his shots in the fourth quarter and finished with 12 points, Jerrick Orsted had 11, and Jarrett Reynolds flirted with different doubledouble by dishing nine assists and grabbing nine rebounds. The fifth starter, Arne Wendler, had 12 rebounds and eight points, while backup guard Mitchell Nehrkorn added nine points, including back-to-back 3s late in the third quarter to stake Oregon to a 49-34 lead.
“I was really happy with how we defended Otten, and Wendler as well,” Riverdale coach Mark Lofgren said, “but they have other players step up, and tonight, Buck was that guy for them. He hit a lot of big shots. We had to give it up to somebody.” Riverdale got to within 51-44 on a 3-pointer from Scott Murphy with 4 minutes to go, but the Hawks soon restored order. Wendler scored a basket, then Otten hit back-toback hoops, the second of which was a 3-pointer at the 2:23 mark, to up the lead to 58-44. Wendler scored the last of his eight points on a crowd-pleasing dunk with 12 seconds to play. In addition to getting the offense going, Oregon was solid in two other areas. It committed just nine turnovers, and earned a 38-20 advantage in the rebounding department. “We thought we’d be able to control the boards,” Oregon coach Quinn Virgil said. “They had one big guy [6-foot7 senior center Jake Bussert], and we have two, three at times, so we thought we’d be able to handle ourselves on the boards, and we did.” The Hawks would like to keep that trend going on Friday when they take on Newman. There was a razor-thin margin between the clubs back in December, and 2 months later, it figures to once again be a close affair. The winner moves on to the Princeton Sectional. “I think both of us have gotten better since Christmas,” Virgil said. “It’s going to be a great atmosphere, and two teams getting after each other.” “They usually go seven deep, and all of them can play,” Newman coach Ray Sharp said. “We’re going to have to play really well to compete with them.”
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Oregon’s Trevor Otten (4) passes the ball on Wednesday night against Riverdale.
FORRESTON – This wasn’t the start that the Eastland Cougars wanted during their 1A Forreston Regional semifinal game against Annawan. Poor shooting in the first quarter dug the Cougars into a hole that they couldn’t get out of in a 63-36 loss to the Braves on Wednesday. Eastland (16-13) only made 3 of 12 shots from the field in the opening quarter, while the quickfooted Braves (25-6) made 6 of 9 shots in the period. Alex Landwehr led the Braves’ attack with six of his game-leading 20 points during an 18-7 first-quarter run, scoring his first bucket off of a steal. Discipline was also a problem for the Cougars, sending the Braves to the line four times in the first quarter, making 6 of 8. “We had too many turnovers,” Eastland coach Tony Dunlap said, “and put them at the line too often. We didn’t play basketball like we are accustomed to. We weren’t aggressive enough at the basket.” Despite more than doubling its scoring output in the next quarter –outscoring Annawan 15-13 to trail 31-22 at halftime – Eastland’s shooting woes continued into the second half. The Cougars made just a little more than onequarter of their shots (12for-47), while the Braves surpassed the 50-percent mark (22-for-40). “We weren’t as focused as we should have been,” Eastland senior center Blake Janssen said, trying to fight back tears. “I don’t think we were attacking well enough.” The Cougars had higher than usual totals in both turnovers (18) and fouls (20). Reid Janssen led Eastland with 11 points, with three coming on a 3-pointer.
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ABOVE: Eastland’s Blake Janssen splits a pair of Annawan defenders during Wednesday’s 1A Forreston Regional semifinal. The Cougars lost 63-36. BELOW: Eastland’s Brighton Haverland (20) battles for a rebound Wednesday.
Annawan 63, Eastland 36 Star of the game: Alex Landwehr, Annawan, 20 points Key performers: Zach Ast, Annawan, 11 points; Blake Janssen, Eastland, 9 points, 10 rebounds; Brighton Haverland, Eastland, 10 points, 9 rebounds; Reid Janssen, Eastland, 11 points Brighton Haverland was also in double figures with 10 points, while Blake Janssen added nine points and 10 rebounds. While the season ends short of a regional championship, Dunlap is pleased about the turnaround from a rare losing season last year. Only four Cougars – including Blake Janssen and Zach Randecker, who was the only other Cougar to score with six points – graduate this year.
Ten players from this year’s team were nonseniors. “They flipped the season from last year, going from 10-16 to 16-13,” Dunlap
said about his ballclub. “We’re excited about that, and excited about our young kids. “Things are bright, but just not tonight.”
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“We just came out and played hard,” Schwerbrock said of the fourth quarter. “We executed some plays that we didn’t execute earlier in the game, attacked the basket, got some open shots.” The Raiders made only 3 of 12 shots in the fourth quarter, trying to counter Schwerbrock’s impressive play by lighting it up from behind the arc. Head coach Russ Zick came away noting one particular shot that could have changed the outcome of the game. “35-34, Kaywan [Palmer] had an open 3,” Zick recalled. “I think if we make that, we win it, because we could have done some different things against their zone and bring them out a little bit.” Palmer, Talley, and Stephen Brooke have been the Raiders’ go-to players when it comes to perimeter shooting, but they lost Brooke’s services late in the third quarter after being whistled for his fifth foul. Not having a lot of height during the year, the Raiders still came away with a 20-win season – the first under Zick – and an NUIC East Division championship.
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AFC’s Adam Hart puts a shot up against Wethersfield during Wednesday’s 1A Forreston Regional semifinal. The Raiders’ season ended with a 47-37 loss. “It’s pretty impressive for this group, starting five kids 5-foot-11 and under,” Zick said. “They’re great kids, have a great attitude, it’s a complete pleasure every minute – including right this second – to be with them.”
1A Forreston Regional semifinal
Wethersfield 47, AFC 37 Star of the game: Jacob Schwerbrock, Wethersfield, 19 points, 7 rebounds Key performers: James Talley, AFC, 10 points; Jack Lindbloom, Wethersfield, 8 points, 8 rebounds; Tanner Litton, Wethersfield, 8 points, 8 rebounds
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BOYS BASKETBALL | 1A BRIMFIELD REGIONAL
WEDNESDAY’S SCOREBOARD
Princes knock off Marcos
Men’s basketball
Polo can’t find rhythm in regional semifinal loss By SVM Sports Staff
The Polo boys basketball team let its 1A Brimfield Regional semifinal game slip away in the second quarter, and couldn’t hang on in a 63-57 loss to Princeville on Wednesday. The Marcos (20-11) won their final eight games of the regular season, but that strong play didn’t carry over as they struggled in the first half, and the Princes took a 29-25 lead into the break. “The difference in the
first half was they were more aggressive than us,” Polo coach Matt Messer said. “It almost looked like we were playing not to lose, rather than trying to win. They were aggressive, and we got stuck playing catchup.” Polo, the regional’s fourth-seeded team, was led by Wyatt Patterson’s 17 points, while Brad Cavanaugh finished with 16 points, and Peyton Glawe added 15 on five 3-pointers. The Marcos matched
Princeville’s 15 points in the third, but were outscored 19-17 in the final quarter. Nick Kraft led the No. 7 Princes, who will play top-seeded Brimfield in Friday’s regional final, with a game-high 23 points. “The main thing was we were not knocking down shots we normally make,” Messer said. “They were making their free throws [at the end of the game] and we didn’t do enough to negate that.”
Region IV Tournament at Sauk Valley C.C., Dixon Today’s quarterfinals • No. 4 Kennedy-King vs. No. 5 Daley, 4 • No. 2 Kankakee vs. No. 7 Truman, 6 • No. 3 Highland vs, No. 6 Malcolm X, 8 Saturday’s semifinals • No. 1 Sauk Valley vs. Kennedy-King/ Daley, 6 • Kankakee/Truman vs. Highland/Malcolm X, 8 Monday, Feb. 29 • Championship, 8:15
Women’s basketball Region IV Tournament at Sauk Valley C.C., Dixon Saturday’s semifinals • No. 1 Highland vs. No. 4 Kennedy-King, 2 • No. 2 Malcolm X vs. No. 3 Sauk Valley, 4 Monday, Feb. 29 • Championship, 6
Boys basketball NIB-12 West Conf. 9-3 8-4 8-4 2-10 0-12
LaSalle-Peru Sterling Ottawa Geneseo Rochelle
All 21-3 18-7 16-9 8-17 4-21
Tuesday’s results • Dixon 58, Rochelle 54 • Ottawa 63, Streator 49 Friday’s games • Geneseo at Rochelle, 7 • Kaneland at Sterling, 7 • LaSalle-Peru at Ottawa, 7
BNC West Dixon Winnebago Oregon Rockford Lutheran Byron Mendota Rock Falls Stillman Valley
Conf. 13-0 10-4 10-4 9-4 4-8 3-9 3-11 1-13
All 24-2 21-6 21-8 15-10 14-15 10-17 5-21 9-17
Monday’s result 2A Byron Regional • Byron 64, West Carroll 29 Tuesday’s results • Dixon 58, Rochelle 54 • Lutheran 65, Stillman Valley 52 • Mendota 69, Rock Falls 65 2A Byron Regional • Winnebago 74, North Boone 56 Wednesday’s results 2A Byron Regional • Rockford Christian 77, Byron 46 2A Newman Regional • Oregon 63, Riverdale 46 Friday’s games • Dixon at Lutheran, 7:15 2A Byron Regional • Winnebago vs. Rockford Christian, 7 2A Newman Regional • Oregon vs. Newman, 7
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ABOVE: Newman’s Eli Leffelman goes up for a shot over Prophetstown’s Jack Bauer during their 2A Newman Regional semifinal Wednesday night. BELOW: Prophetstown’s Jack Heflin looks to pass out of a Newman double-team.
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Conf. 12-2 11-2 11-3 10-4 10-4 9-5 8-6 7-7 7-7 6-7 6-8 3-11 2-12 1-13 1-13
All 25-4 23-4 18-9 19-9 14-12 18-10 16-13 15-14 11-14 15-13 13-18 11-18 9-20 4-24 4-24
Monday’s results 2A Fieldcrest Regional • St. Bede 51, Hall 34 2A Newman Regional • Prophetstown 67, Fulton 45 • Riverdale 47, Morrison 39 2A Orion Regional • Alleman 48, Sherrard 41 • Orion 65, Bureau Valley 55 1A Amboy Regional • Amboy 62, LaMoille-Ohio 50 1A Forreston Regional • Eastland 46, Erie 45
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“Noah is a great player, and he’s just a good team leader out there for us,” said Leffelman, who had six points, five steals and three assists. “He really helps settle us down, and we execute better with him out there.” When Newman (25-4) wasn’t scoring, the Comets’ defense was making it hard on the Prophets (9-20), who shot just 31 percent (16-for-51) from the field. “We played pretty good defense in the first half, then got a little rough in the third quarter,” McCarty said. “But we got it back together in the fourth quarter, did a great job of getting our hands on their passes, and just played good team defense tonight.” The only time Prophetstown seemed to solve Newman’s rotating 1-3-1 and man-to-man defenses was when McCarty was on the bench with those three fouls. Trailing 37-21 when McCarty exited, the Prophets got a putback from Brett Emery and a layup from Logan Henrekin off a pretty baseline drive to kick-start their biggest run of the game. Kody Wetzell hit a 2 and a 3, then Jonah Green buried a jumper with 16 seconds left in the third to get Prophetstown to within 39-32. But after Henrekin split a pair of free throws with 57 seconds into the fourth quarter, McCarty came back in and the Comets took over once again.
Newman Rockridge Kewanee St. Bede Morrison Princeton Hall Erie Sherrard Orion Fulton Riverdale Prophetstown Amboy Bureau Valley
Tuesday’s results 2A Fieldcrest Regional • Bishop McNamara 79, St. Bede 59 2A Monmouth-Roseville Regional • Kewanee 83, ROWVA 61 2A Orion Regional • Rockridge 56, Alleman 36 1A Amboy Regional • Ottawa Marquette 76, Amboy 48 Wednesday’s results 2A Newman Regional • Newman 53, Prophetstown 38 • Oregon 63, Riverdale 46 2A Orion Regional • Princeton 66, Orion 55 Friday’s games 2A Newman Regional • Newman vs. Oregon, 7 2A Monmouth-Roseville Regional • Kewanee vs. Monmouth-Roseville, 7 2A Orion Regional • Rockridge vs. Princeton, 7
NUIC East AFC Aquin Polo South Beloit Dakota Milledgeville Forreston Pecatonica Orangeville Durand
“We just couldn’t score for long stretches, and when you can’t score and they can, it just keeps adding up on you,” Prophetstown coach Cordell Juhola said. “We made a little comeback there, stopped the bleeding a little bit, but we just ran out of gas. We had some untimely turnovers, and give credit to Newman. They did what they needed to do to win tonight.” Wetzell led the Prophets with 16 points and three steals, and Jack Heflin added seven points, 19 rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks down low. Henrekin chipped in six points and two assists, and Emery made both of his shots
and finished with five points. McCarty finished with 22 points, 10 rebounds, five assists and five blocks, while Leffelman chipped in six points, five steals and three assists. Kyle Schmitt hit all three of his 3-pointers for nine points, as Newman shot nearly 50 percent (22-for45) from the field, including 56 percent (18-for-32) from inside the arc. “We know to be successful, we have to play as hard as we can and not rush things on either end,” Leffelman said. “We want to make sure we play up to our full potential game in and game out, and I thought we did a good job of that tonight.”
2A Newman Regional semifinal
Newman 53, Prophetstown 38 Star of the game: Noah McCarty, Newman, 22 points, 10-for-13 FGs, 10 rebounds, 5 assists, 5 blocks Key performers: Kyle Schmitt, Newman, 9 points, 3-for-3 3-pointers, 2 assists, 2 steals; Eli Leffelman, Newman, 6 points, 5 steals, 3 assists; Kody Wetzell, Prophetstown, 16 points, 3 rebounds, 3 steals; Jack Heflin, Prophetstown, 7 points, 19 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks Up next: 2A Newman Regional final, Newman vs. Oregon, 7 p.m. Friday
Conf. 11-2 9-2 9-4 5-3 7-6 6-6 4-8 4-9 1-8 0-10
All 21-10 15-7 20-10 9-13 10-15 13-14 7-19 10-17 2-18 0-17
Monday’s results 2A Byron Regional • North Boone 51, South Beloit 33 1A Dakota Regional • Pecatonica 56, Dakota 47 Tuesday’s results 1A Dakota Regional • Galena 67, Durand 50 • Lena-Winslow 66, Orangeville 45 1A Forreston Regional • Wethersfield 62, Forreston 42 • AFC 64, Milledgeville 49 Wednesday’s results 1A Brimfield Regional • Princeville 66, Polo 57 1A Dakota Regional • River Ridge 46, Pecatonica 39 1A East Dubuque Regional • Aquin 56, Warren 43 1A Forreston Regional • Wethersfield 47, AFC 37 Friday’s game 1A East Dubuque Regional • Aquin vs. East Dubuque, 7
Postseason pairings CLASS 3A Dixon Regional Monday, Feb. 29 • No. 9 Rock Falls vs. No. 10 Mendota, 7 Tuesday, March 1 • No. 2 LaSalle-Peru vs. Rock Falls/Mendota, 7 Wednesday, March 2 • No. 3 Dixon vs. No. 8 Geneseo, 7 Friday, March 4 • Championship, 7 Winner advances to Bradley University Sectional vs. Galesburg Regional winner, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 8 Dunlap Regional Monday, Feb. 29 • No. 6 Peoria Notre Dame vs. No. 7 Dunlap, 6 • No. 5 Richwoods vs. No. 11 IVC, 7:30 Tuesday, March 1 • No. 1 Metamora vs. Notre Dame/Dunlap, 7 Wednesday, March 2 • No. 4 Sterling vs. Richwoods/IVC, 7 Friday, March 4 • Championship, 7 Winner advances to Bradley University Sectional vs. Washington Regional winner, 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 9
CLASS 2A Newman Regional Monday’s results • No. 10 Prophetstown 67, No. 8 Fulton 45 • No. 11 Riverdale 47, No. 6 Morrison 39 Wednesday’s results • No. 2 Newman 53, Prophetstown 38 • No. 3 Oregon 63, Riverdale 46 Friday’s game • Championship, Newman vs. Oregon, 7 Winner advances to Princeton Sectional vs. Orion Regional winner, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 1 Orion Regional Monday’s results • No. 7 Alleman 48, No. 9 Sherrard 41 • No. 6 Orion 65, No. 12 Bureau Valley 55 Tuesday’s result • No. 1 Rockridge 56, Alleman 36 Wednesday’s result • No. 4 Princeton 66, Orion 55 Friday’s game • Championship, Rockridge vs. Princeton, 7 Winner advances to Princeton Sectional vs. Newman Regional winner, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 1 Byron Regional Monday’s results • No. 7 North Boone 51, No. 9 South Beloit 33 • No. 5 Byron 64, No. 12 West Carroll 29 Tuesday’s result • No. 1 Winnebago 74, North Boone 56 Wednesday’s result • No. 4 Rockford Christian 77, Byron 46 Friday’s game • Championship, Winnebago vs. Rockford Christian, 7 Winner advances to Princeton Sectional vs. Monmouth-Roseville Regional winner, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 1 CLASS 1A Forreston Regional Monday’s results • No. 8 Eastland 46, No. 6 Erie 45 Tuesday’s results • No. 3 Wethersfield 62, No. 11 Forreston 42 • No. 5 AFC 64, No. 10 Milledgeville 49 Wednesday’s results • No. 2 Annawan 63, Eastland 36 • Wethersfield 47, AFC 37 Friday’s game • Championship, Annawan vs. Wethersfield, 7 Winner advances to River Ridge Sectional vs. Dakota Regional winner, 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 2 Brimfield Regional Monday’s results • No. 9 Ridgewood 70, No. 12 Stark County 41 • No. 7 Princeville 86, No. 13 Galva 60 Tuesday’s result • No. 1 Brimfield 73, Ridgewood 48 Wednesday’s result • Princeville 63, No. 4 Polo 57 Friday’s game • Championship, Brimfield vs. Princeville, 7 Winner advances to River Ridge Sectional vs. East Dubuque Regional winner, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 1 Amboy Regional Monday’s results • No. 9 Amboy 62, No. 7 LaMoille-Ohio 50 • No. 5 DePue 67, No. 10 Paw Paw 26 Tuesday’s result • No. 2 Ottawa Marquette 76, Amboy 48 Wednesday’s result • No. 3 Indian Creek 79, DePue 60 Friday’s game • Championship, Ottawa Marquette vs. Indian Creek, 7 Winner advances to Ottawa Marquette Sectional vs. Serena Regional winner, 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 2 Wednesday’s box scores 2A Newman Regional semifinals
NEWMAN 53, PROPHETSTOWN 38 PROPHETSTOWN (9-20) Logan Henrekin 2-10 2-5, Jonah Green 1-7 0-2 2, Kody Wetzell 7-13 0-0 16, Brad Hufman 1-5 0-0 2, Jack Heflin 3-13 1-2 7, Brett Emery 2-2 0-0 5, Jack Bauer 0–1 0-2 0, Kyle Behrens 0-0 0-0 0, Ross Cady 0-0 0-0 0, Jackson Ames 0-0 0-0 0, Jordan Pierceson 0-0 0-0 0. Totals: 16-51 3-11 38. NEWMAN (25-4) Ethan Nash 3-4 0-0 6, Clay Jungerman 1-4 0-0 3, Eli Leffelman 3-5 0-2 6, Kyle Decker 0-3 0-0 0, Noah McCarty 10-13 2-2 22, Ethan Hafner 2-4 0-0 4, Kyle Schmitt 3-3 0-0 9, John Wilson 0-1 0-0 0, Brady Osborne 0-3 0-0 0, Travis Williams 0-2 1-2 1, Cade Gorzny 0-1 1-2 1, Gehrig Koerner 0-1 1-2 1, Nate Olson 0-1 0-0 0, Zach Rice 0-0 0-0 0. Totals: 22-45 5-11 53. Prophetstown 12 7 13 6 — 38 Newman 17 16 6 14 — 53 3s – Prophetstown 3-13 (Wetzell 2-5, Emery 1-1, Green 0-3, Henrekin 0-2, Hufman 0-2), Newman 4-13 (Schmitt 3-3, Jungerman 1-3, Osborne 0-3, Leffelman 0-1, Hafner 0-1, Wilson 0-1, Gorzny 0-1). Rebounds – Prophetstown 36 (Heflin 19), Newman 30 (McCarty 10). Assists – Prophetstown 7 (Henrekin 2, Heflin 2), Newman 18 (McCarty 5, Leffelman 3, Wilson 3, Osborne 3). Steals – Prophetstown 11 (Wetzell 3, Heflin 2), Newman 11 (Leffelman 5, Schmitt 2, Gorzny 2). Blocks – Prophetstown 3 (Heflin 2, Ames), Newman 5 (McCarty 5). Turnovers – Prophetstown 20, Newman 15. Fouls – Prophetstown 15 (Heflin out), Newman 11.
OREGON 63, RIVERDALE 46 RIVERDALE (11-17) Brett Murphy 1-4 4-4 7, Andrew Goodwin 0-1 0-0 0, Scott Murphy 4-6 0-0 10, Chris Kosminsky 2-11 2-4 7, Blake DeClercq 3-6 1-6 8, Jake Bussert 4-8 1-5 9, Tyler Bussert 2-7 0-0 5, Parker Corson 0-0 0-0 0, Joe Ibarra 0-1 0-0 0. Totals: 16-44 8-19 46. OREGON (21-8) Trevor Otten 5-12 0-0 12, Jarrett Reynolds 1-2 2-3 4, Jerrick Orsted 4-6 3-4 11, Arne Wendler 4-10 0-0 8, Carson Buck 7-18 0-0 17, Mitchell Nehrkorn 2-7 3-4 9, Kole Mowry 1-2 0-0 2. Totals: 24-57 8-11 63. Riverdale 18 8 8 12 — 46 Oregon 19 11 19 14 — 63 3s – Riverdale 6 (S.Murphy 2, B.Murphy, Kosminsky, DeClercq, T.Bussert), Oregon 7 (Buck 3, Otten 2, Nehrkorn 2). Rebounds – Riverdale 20 (J.Bussert 8), Oregon 38 (Wendler 12). Steals – Riverdale 2, Oregon 8 (Wendler 3). Blocks – Riverdale 4 (J.Bussert 3), Oregon 3 (Otten 2). Turnovers – Riverdale 11, Oregon 9. Fouls – Riverdale 12, Oregon 17. 1A Forreston Regional semifinals
WETHERSFIELD 47, AFC 37 AFC (21-10) Kaywan Palmer 3-16 0-0 7, David Zinke 0-2 2-2 2, Jacob Hilliker 2-8 0-0 4, Adam Mairs 1-2 0-0 2, James Talley 3-12 1-2 10, Adam Hart 0-2 2-2 2, Stephen Brooke 3-8 0-0 8, Jeff Uphoff 1-2 0-0 2, Levi Meurer 0-0 0-0 0, Tyon Davis 0-0 0-0 0, Caleb Drew 0-0 0-0 0. Totals: 13-53 5-6 37. WETHERSFIELD (25-8) Bryce Avery 1-3 0-1 3, Jack Lindbloom 2-9 3-3 8, Tanner Litton 3-6 2-5 8, Tucker Nichols 1-2 0-1 2, Bryce Anderson 1-8 5-6 7, Jacob Schwerbrock 6-10 5-9 19, Jaxon Ince 0-0 0-0 0, Alex Garcia 0-0 0-0 0. Totals: 14-38 15-25 47. AFC 7 9 13 8 — 37 Wethersfield 10 12 8 17 — 47 3s – AFC 6-30 (Talley 3, Brooke 2, Palmer), Wethersfield 4-12 (Schwerbrock 2, Lindbloom, Avery). Rebounds – AFC 24, Wethersfield 41 (Litton 8, Lindbloom 8). Fouls – AFC 23, Wethersfield 12. Technical – Zinke.
ANNAWAN 63, EASTLAND 36 EASTLAND (16-13) Kaden Henze 0-3 0-0 0, Zach Randecker 2-6 0-0 6, Brighton Haverland 3-10 4-6 10, Ethan Christians 0-7 0-0 0, Blake Janssen 4-6 1-5 9, Chris Kniss 0-1 0-0 0, Tanner Giedd 0-2 0-0 0, Reid Janssen 3-8 2-3 11, Tyler Dambman 0-2 0-0 0, Conner DeGroot 0-1 0-0 0, Eric Langarica 0-1 0-0 0. Totals: 12-47 7-14 36. ANNAWAN (25-6) Will Addis 0-0 0-0 0, Zach Ast 3-7 4-6 11, Owen Landwehr 3-6 2-2 8, Beau Buresh 0-0 0-0 0, Alex Landwehr 7-12 5-6 20, ben Buresh 4-8 4-7 12, Jon Goodman 0-0 2-2 2, Alex Graham 0-0 0-0 0, Hunter Lucas 0-0 0-0 0, Dalton Coopejans 4-6 0-0 8, Hunter Mathey 1-1 0-0 2. Totals: 22-40 17-23 63.
Eastland 7 15 6 8 — 36 Annawan 18 13 16 16 — 63 3s – Eastland 5-17 (R.Janssen 3, Randecker 2), Annawan 2-8 (Ast, A.Landwehr). Rebounds – Eastland 29 (B.Janssen 10), Annawan 34 (O.Landwehr 12). Fouls – Eastland 20, Annawan 12. 1A Brimfield Regional semifinal
PRINCEVILLE 63, POLO 57 POLO (20-11) Tristin Woodin 1 1-2 4, Brad Cavanaugh 4 7-9 16, Brooks Grobe 2 0-0 4, Richie Bartnick 0 1-2 1, Peyton Glawe 5 0-0 15, Wyatt Patterson 8 1-2 17. Totals: 20 10-15 57. PRINCEVILLE (17-12) Streitmatter 3 4-6 11, Janssen 2 0-0 5, Bowman 3 8-8 16, Kraft 10 3-8 23, Martin 2 3-5 8. Totals: 20 18-27 63. Polo 13 12 15 17 — 57 Princeville 13 16 15 19 — 63 3s – Polo 7 (Glawe 5, Cavanaugh, Woodin) Princeville 5 (Bowman 2, Streitmatter, Janssen, Martin).
Girls basketball NIB-12 West Conf. LaSalle-Peru 9-4 Sterling 8-5 Geneseo 4-7 Rochelle 2-12 Ottawa 0-12 Season concluded
All 16-12 14-17 12-17 4-25 3-22
BNC West Conf. Rockford Lutheran 14-0 Byron 12-2 Stillman Valley 9-4 Dixon 6-6 Winnebago 7-8 Rock Falls 5-9 Oregon 2-12 Mendota 0-13 Friday’s game 2A state tournament • Semifinal, Byron vs. Camp Point 8:15 Saturday’s game 2A state tournament • Byron vs. TBD
All 28-3 30-3 20-9 16-13 18-13 15-14 7-22 2-21
Central,
Three Rivers Conf. Sherrard 13-1 Kewanee 13-1 Hall 11-3 Amboy 11-3 Erie 9-5 St. Bede 9-5 Bureau Valley 8-6 Morrison 7-7 Rockridge 5-9 Fulton 4-9 Prophetstown 4-10 Princeton 3-10 Newman 3-10 Orion 3-11 Riverdale 1-12 Season concluded
All 24-6 21-9 21-5 22-7 24-7 19-12 15-13 13-13 9-18 10-14 7-19 11-15 10-19 4-21 3-21
NUIC East Conf. AFC 13-0 Durand 9-2 Milledgeville 8-4 Pecatonica 8-5 Forreston 7-5 Aquin 7-5 Dakota 5-7 Orangeville 2-9 Polo 2-11 South Beloit 0-12 Season concluded
All 25-2 22-7 12-12 10-9 15-11 17-12 12-17 2-16 4-21 1-13
IHSA State Tournament at Redbird Arena, Normal CLASS 2A Friday’s semifinals • Teutopolis vs. Westchester St. Joseph, 6:30 p.m. • Camp Point Central vs. Byron, 8:15 p.m. Saturday’s games Third place • Semifinal losers, 6:30 pm. Championship • Semifinal winners, 8:15 p.m. CLASS 1A Friday’s semifinals • Indian Creek vs. Moweaqua Central A&M, 12:15 p.m. • Seton Academy vs. Hardin Calhoun, 2 p.m. Saturday’s games Third place • Semifinal losers, 12:15 pm. Championship • Semifinal winners, 2 p.m. NUIC East All-Conference First Team Cassidy Arndt, Aquin sr.; Katie Asche, Durand so.; Mikinzie Cull, Durand sr.; Maddie Egan, Durand sr.; Jade Graff, Milledgeville sr.; Carlye Heitter, Pecatonica sr.; Ellie Packer, Dakota so.; Abby Peterson, Forreston sr.; Jaynee Prestegaard, AFC fr.; Madeline Prestegaard, AFC so. Second Team Shian Galbreath, South Beloit jr.; Georgia Jones, Aquin so.; Cassidy Koning, AFC sr.; Paige Peterson, Polo sr.; Abby Ponder, Pecatonica jr.; Emily Shrimplin, AFC so. Honorable Mention Savannah Bahls, Dakota sr.; Maggie Bald, Aquin so.; Kelsey Bollon, Orangeville jr.; Bailey Brauer, Durand sr.; Lauren Cramer, Dakota sr.; Mady Frederick, Milledgeville so.; Katie Person, Forreston sr.
Girls bowling Big Northern All-Conference First Team Megan Anthony, Marengo; Melissa Bates, Dixon; Rachel Baumann, Marengo; Katlyn Bay, Dixon; Alexandra Duncan, Oregon; Jamie Gates, Rockford Lutheran; Caitlyn Kaltenbrun, Oregon; Abi Scheidecker, Oregon; Ali Scheidecker, Oregon; Gillian Sutton, Mendota; Margaret Thomas, Dixon; Elizabeth Willis, Mendota Honorable Mention Victoria Barnhart, Oregon; Alyssa Bonnette, Dixon; Mackenzie Kavanaugh, Dixon; Skyler Malcome, Johnsburg; Kathryn McNally, Mendota; Leah Secor, Marengo
Wrestling IHSA Dual Team State Tournament at U.S. Cellular Arena, Bloomington Saturday’s matches CLASS 3A Quarterfinals Match 1 – Prospect vs. Lockport, 9 a.m. Match 2 – Hononegah vs. Oak Park-River Forest, 9 a.m. Match 3 – New Lenox Providence vs. Fox Lake Grant, 11 a.m. Match 4 – Marmion vs. Montini, 11 a.m. Semifinals Match 1 winner vs. Match 2 winner, 2 p.m. Match 3 winner vs. Match 4 winner, 2 p.m. Third place Semifinal losers, 6 p.m. Championship Semifinal winners, 6 p.m. CLASS 2A Quarterfinals Match 1 – Washington vs. Cahokia, 9 a.m. Match 2 – Antioch vs. Chicago Mt. Carmel, 9 a.m. Match 3 – Sterling vs. Crystal Lake Central, 11 a.m. Match 4 – Chicago Heights Marian vs. Springfield, 11 a.m. Semifinals Match 1 winner vs. Match 2 winner, 2 p.m. Match 3 winner vs. Match 4 winner, 2 p.m. Third place Semifinal losers, 6 p.m. Championship Semifinal winners, 6 p.m. CLASS 1A Quarterfinals Match 1 – Dakota vs. Stanford Olympia, 9 a.m. Match 2 – Clifton Central vs. Vandalia, 9 a.m. Match 3 – Walther Christian vs. Coal City, 11 a.m. Match 4 – Murphysboro vs. Sherrard, 11 a.m. Semifinals Match 1 winner vs, Match 2 winner, 2 p.m. Match 3 winner vs. Match 4 winner, 2 p.m. Third place Semifinal losers, 6 p.m. Championship Semifinal winners, 6 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY’S SCOREBOARD Men’s basketball Big Ten Conference Overall W-L Pct. W-L Pct. Indiana 12-3 .800 22-6 .786 Iowa 11-4 .733 20-7 .740 Maryland 11-4 .733 23-5 .821 Michigan St. 10-5 .667 23-5 .821 Wisconsin 10-5 .667 18-10 .642 Ohio St. 10-6 .625 18-11 .621 Michigan 10-6 .625 20-9 .689 Purdue 9-6 .600 21-7 .750 Nebraska 6-8 .429 14-13 .519 Penn St. 5-9 .357 14-13 .519 Northwestern 5-10 .333 17-11 .607 Illinois 4-10 .286 12-15 .444 Minnesota 2-13 .071 8-19 .296 Rutgers 0-15 .000 6-22 .214 Tuesday’s results Minnesota 83, Rutgers 61 Michigan St. 81, Ohio St. 62 Wednesday’s results Michigan 72, Northwestern 63 Wisconsin 67, Iowa 59 Today’s games Nebraska at Penn St., 6 p.m. (ESPNU) Indiana at Illinois, 8 p.m. (ESPN) Saturday’s games Rutgers at Northwestern, 1 p.m. (ESPNU) Maryland at Purdue, 3 p.m. (ESPN) Sunday’s games Penn St. at Michigan St., 11 a.m. (BTN) Iowa at Ohio St., 3 p.m. (CBS) Michigan at Wisconsin, 5 p.m. (BTN) Minnesota at Illinois, 7 p.m. (BTN) Wednesday’s box scores
MICHIGAN 72, NORTHWESTERN 63 NORTHWESTERN (17-11) Falzon 5-10 0-0 14, Olah 8-17 2-3 19, Demps 5-12 2-2 14, McIntosh 2-7 0-1 4, Lumpkin 0-0 0-0 0, Van Zegeren 0-0 0-0 0, Pardon 1-2 0-0 2, Lindsey 1-3 0-0 2, Ash 0-0 0-0 0, Skelly 3-3 1-3 8. Totals 25-54 5-9 63. MICHIGAN (20-9) Donnal 2-3 3-4 7, Walton Jr. 4-9 8-8 16, Abdur-Rahkman 8-14 3-3 19, Irvin 2-6 2-4 6, Robinson 2-7 0-0 5, Chatman 0-1 2-2 2, Dakich 0-0 0-0 0, Dawkins 4-7 0-2 11, Doyle 2-2 2-2 6. Totals 24-49 20-25 72. Halftime-Northwestern 29-28. 3-Point Goals- Northwestern 8-26 (Falzon 4-8, Demps 2-7, Skelly 1-1, Olah 1-6, Lindsey 0-1, McIntosh 0-3), Michigan 4-15 (Dawkins 3-3, Robinson 1-4, Donnal 0-1, AbdurRahkman 0-2, Walton Jr. 0-2, Irvin 0-3). Fouled Out-Lumpkin. Rebounds-Northwestern 24 (Olah 5), Michigan 33 (Dawkins 7). Assists-Northwestern 17 (McIntosh 7), Michigan 8 (Walton Jr. 3). Total FoulsNorthwestern 20, Michigan 11.
WISCONSIN 67, No. 8 IOWA 59 WISCONSIN (18-10) Hayes 3-11 2-3 10, Happ 2-4 1-2 5, Brown 3-7 0-0 7, Showalter 3-6 0-1 7, Koenig 4-6 3-5 15, Hill 4-8 0-0 9, Thomas 2-3 0-0 5, Iverson 4-7 1-1 9, Illikainen 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 25-52 7-12 67. IOWA (20-7) Uthoff 3-12 3-5 11, Woodbury 2-3 2-4 6, Clemmons 4-10 5-8 13, Gesell 2-9 0-0 4, Jok 5-13 8-8 21, Wagner 0-1 0-0 0, Ellingson 0-1 0-0 0, Uhl 1-4 0-0 2, Baer 1-2 0-0 2. Totals 18-55 18-25 59. Halftime-Wisconsin 35-34. 3-Point Goals-Wisconsin 10-23 (Koenig 4-6, Hayes 2-5, Thomas 1-1, Hill 1-3, Showalter 1-3, Brown 1-4, Iverson 0-1), Iowa 5-18 (Jok 3-5, Uthoff 2-9, Uhl 0-1, Baer 0-1, Clemmons 0-1, Gesell 0-1). Fouled OutNone. Rebounds-Wisconsin 30 (Happ, Showalter 6), Iowa 43 (Woodbury 18). Assists-Wisconsin 17 (Brown, Koenig 4), Iowa 9 (Gesell 3). Total Fouls-Wisconsin 20, Iowa 17. A-15,400. State schedule Tuesday’s results Cent. Michigan 76, N. Illinois 64 Evansville 67, Bradley 55 Wednesday’s results Illinois St 73, S. Illinois 50 Wichita St. 76, Loyola 54 Today’s games Austin Peay at SIU-Edwardsville, 7 p.m. IPFW at W. Illinois, 8 p.m. St. John’s at DePaul, 8 p.m. Murray St. at E. Illinois, 8:30 p.m. Friday’s game Ill.-Chicago at UW-Green Bay, 7 p.m. Saturday’s games Bradley at Indiana St., 1 p.m. Illinois St. at Wichita St., 1 p.m. Loyola at Drake, 1 p.m. DePaul at Providence, 3 p.m. W. Michigan at N. Illinois, 3:30 p.m. Missouri St. at S. Illinois, 7 p.m. S. Dakota at W. Illinois, 7 p.m. Sunday’s games Ill.-Chicago at UW-Milwaukee, 2 p.m. Rio Grande Valley at Chicago St., 4 p.m. Top 25 schedule Monday’s results No. 12 Miami 64, No. 3 Virginia 61 No. 14 West Virginia 97, No. 17 Iowa State 87 No. 25 Texas 71, Kansas State 70 Tuesday’s results No. 2 Kansas 66, No. 19 Baylor 60 No. 6 Michigan State 81, Ohio State 62 No. 16 Kentucky 78, Alabama 53 Wednesday’s results No. 5 Xavier 90, No. 1 Villanova 83 No. 3 Oklahoma 71, Oklahoma State 49 No. 7 North Carolina 80, N.C. State 68 Wisconsin 67, No. 8 Iowa 59 Colorado 75, No. 9 Arizona 72 No. 11 Louisville 67, Pittsburgh 60 No. 13 Oregon 76, Washington State 62 No. 21 Texas A&M 68, Mississippi State 66 No. 23 Notre Dame 69, Wake Forest 58 Today’s games No. 15 Duke vs. Florida State, 6 p.m. No. 18 Indiana at Illinois, 8 p.m. No. 22 Utah vs. Arizona State, 8 p.m. No. 24 SMU at Memphis, 6 p.m. Saturday’s games No. 1 Villanova at Marquette, 12:30 p.m. No. 2 Kansas vs. Texas Tech, 11 a.m. No. 3 Oklahoma at No. 25 Texas, 1 p.m. No. 3 Virginia vs. No. 7 N. Carolina 5:30 p.m. No. 9 Arizona at Utah, 1 p.m. No. 10 Maryland at No. 20 Purdue, 3 p.m. No. 11 Louisville at No. 12 Miami, 1 p.m. No. 14 West Virginia at Okla. State, 5 p.m. No. 16 Kentucky at Vanderbilt, 3 p.m. No. 17 Iowa State vs. Kansas State, 5 p.m. No. 19 Baylor at TCU, 7 p.m. No. 21 Texas A&M at Missouri, 3 p.m. No. 23 Notre Dame at Florida State, 3 p.m.
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Sunday’s games No. 5 Xavier at Seton Hall, 11:30 a.m. No. 6 Michigan State vs. Penn State, 11 a.m. No. 8 Iowa at Ohio State, 3 p.m. No. 13 Oregon vs. Washington, 7:30 p.m. No. 15 Duke at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. No. 24 SMU vs. Tulane, 2 p.m.
Associated Press Top 25 Record Pts Prv 1. Villanova (45) 24-3 1,604 1 2. Kansas (20) 23-4 1,580 2 3. Oklahoma 21-5 1,393 3 3. Virginia 21-5 1,393 7 5. Xavier 24-3 1,368 8 6. Michigan St. 22-5 1,346 8 7. North Carolina 22-5 1,241 5 8. Iowa 20-6 1,144 4 9. Arizona 22-5 1,028 12 10. Maryland 23-5 976 6 11. Louisville 21-6 902 18 12. Miami 21-5 851 11 13. Oregon 21-6 842 16 14. West Virginia 20-7 772 10 15. Duke 20-7 674 20 16. Kentucky 20-7 627 14 17. Iowa St. 19-8 616 13 18. Indiana 22-6 571 22 19. Baylor 20-7 521 25 20. Purdue 21-7 357 17 21. Texas A&M 20-7 283 — 22. Utah 21-7 253 — 23. Notre Dame 18-8 185 19 24. SMU 22-4 154 21 25. Texas 17-10 104 24 Others receiving votes: Dayton 80, Providence 48, California 34, Wichita St. 33, Texas Tech 31, Wisconsin 27, Saint Joseph’s 20, VCU 19, Hawaii 12, South Carolina 12, Saint Mary’s (Calif.) 10, Cincinnati 3, Valparaiso 3, San Diego St. 2, Southern Cal 2, Stephen F. Austin 1, UAB 1, UALR 1, UConn 1. USA Today Coaches Poll Record Pts Pvs 1. Villanova (25) 24-3 792 1 2. Kansas (7) 23-4 751 2 3. Virginia 21-5 679 8 4. Oklahoma 21-5 668 3 5. Xavier 24-3 652 7 6. North Carolina 22-5 639 4 7. Michigan State 22-5 626 9 8. Iowa 20-6 561 6 9. Maryland 23-5 527 5 10. Arizona 22-5 512 12 11. Miami 21-5 466 10 12. West Virginia 20-7 366 11 13. Oregon 21-6 365 17 14. Kentucky 20-7 333 14 15. Indiana 22-6 317 21 16. Baylor 20-7 305 22 17. Iowa State 19-8 304 15 18. Duke 20-7 303 19 19. Purdue 21-7 245 16 20. Notre Dame 18-8 176 18 21. Texas A&M 20-7 172 24 22. Dayton 21-5 121 13 23. Utah 21-7 120 — 24. Providence 19-8 102 20 25. Texas 17-10 66 25 Others receiving votes: South Carolina 47, Saint Mary’s 42, Wichita State 32, Texas Tech 30, Pittsburgh 18, Wisconsin 15, California 11, Saint Joseph’s 10, Seton Hall 6, Southern Cal 6, VCU 6, Hawaii 3, LSU 3, Michigan 1, San Diego State 1, St. Bonaventure 1.
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Atlantic Division W L Pct Toronto 38 18 .679 Boston 33 25 .569 New York 24 35 .407 Brooklyn 15 42 .263 Philadelphia 8 49 .140 Southeast Division W L Pct Miami 32 25 .561 Atlanta 31 27 .534 Charlotte 29 27 .518 Washington 26 30 .464 Orlando 25 30 .455 Central Division W L Pct Cleveland 41 15 .732 Indiana 31 26 .544 Chicago 30 26 .536 Detroit 29 29 .500 Milwaukee 24 33 .421
GB — 6 15½ 23½ 30½ GB — 1½ 2½ 5½ 6 GB — 10½ 11 13 17½
WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct San Antonio 47 9 .839 Memphis 33 23 .589 Dallas 30 28 .517 Houston 28 29 .491 New Orleans 22 34 .393 Northwest Division W L Pct Oklahoma City 41 16 .719 Portland 30 27 .526 Utah 28 28 .500 Denver 22 35 .386 Minnesota 18 40 .310 Pacific Division W L Pct Golden State 51 5 .911 L.A. Clippers 37 19 .661 Sacramento 24 31 .436 Phoenix 14 43 .246 L.A. Lakers 11 48 .186
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Wednesday’s results Cleveland 114, Charlotte 103 Indiana 108, New York 105 Toronto 114, Minnesota 105 Golden State 118, Miami 112 Detroit 111, Philadelphia 91 Chicago 109, Washington 104 Memphis 128, L.A. Lakers 119 Oklahoma City 116, Dallas 103 San Antonio at Sacramento, late Denver at L.A. Clippers, late Today’s games Golden State at Orlando, 6 p.m. Milwaukee at Boston, 6:30 p.m. Oklahoma City at New Orleans, 7 p.m. Brooklyn at Phoenix, 8 p.m. Houston at Portland, 9:30 p.m. San Antonio at Utah, 9:30 p.m. Friday’s games Charlotte at Indiana, 6 p.m. Washington at Philadelphia, 6 p.m. Cleveland at Toronto, 6:30 p.m. Orlando at New York, 6:30 p.m. Chicago at Atlanta, 7 p.m. Denver at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Sacramento, 9 p.m. Memphis at L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday’s box score
BULLS 109, WIZARDS 104 WASHINGTON (26-30) Porter 1-3 0-0 2, Dudley 2-7 0-0 5, Gortat 4-7 0-0 8, Wall 6-15 3-5 16, Temple 6-12 2-4 18, Beal 7-19 5-6 19, Sessions 6-11 3-4 16, Morris 1-7 3-4 5, Nene 2-5 2-2 6, Anderson 3-4 1-1 9. Totals 38-90 19-26 104. CHICAGO (30-26) Dunleavy 6-9 0-0 14, Gibson 6-10 5-6 17, Gasol 3-5 4-4 10, Moore 8-16 0-0 17, Snell 6-11 0-0 16, McDermott 6-11 2-2 14, Brooks 5-15 1-2 11, Portis 2-8 1-2 5, Holiday 1-2 0-0 3, Felicio 1-1 0-0 2. Totals 44-88 13-16 109. Washington 31 24 24 25—104 Chicago 28 29 32 20—109 3-Point Goals-Washington 9-28 (Temple 4-8, Anderson 2-3, Sessions 1-2, Wall 1-4, Dudley 1-5, Beal 0-6), Chicago 8-23 (Snell 4-5, Dunleavy 2-4, Holiday 1-2, Moore 1-3, Portis 0-1, Gasol 0-1, McDermott 0-2, Brooks 0-5). Fouled Out-None. Rebounds-Washington 48 (Morris 10), Chicago 58 (Gasol 15). Assists-Washington 19 (Wall 7), Chicago 26 (Gasol 9). Total Fouls-Washington 22, Chicago 22. Technicals-Chicago defensive three second. A-21,560 (20,917).
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Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF Florida 59 34 18 7 75 164 Tampa Bay 60 34 22 4 72 165 Boston 61 33 22 6 72 190 Detroit 61 30 20 11 71 153 Ottawa 61 29 26 6 64 176 Montreal 61 29 27 5 63 167 Buffalo 60 24 29 7 55 144 Toronto 58 20 28 10 50 142 Metropolitan Division GP W L OT Pts GF Washington 59 44 11 4 92 197 N.Y. Rangers 60 34 20 6 74 173 N.Y. Islanders 58 32 19 7 71 168 Pittsburgh 59 30 21 8 68 155 New Jersey 61 30 24 7 67 138 Carolina 61 28 23 10 66 151 Philadelphia 59 26 22 11 63 145 Columbus 61 24 29 8 56 156
GA 137 149 170 158 187 168 166 175 GA 137 155 145 156 143 161 161 190
WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF Dallas 61 38 17 6 82 199 Chicago 62 38 19 5 81 176 St. Louis 62 35 18 9 79 156 Nashville 61 29 21 11 69 159 Colorado 62 31 27 4 66 165 Minnesota 60 27 23 10 64 157 Winnipeg 59 25 30 4 54 152 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF Los Angeles 59 35 20 4 74 159 Anaheim 58 31 19 8 70 146 San Jose 58 32 21 5 69 174 Arizona 60 27 27 6 60 164 Vancouver 59 23 24 12 58 142 Calgary 59 26 30 3 55 161 Edmonton 61 22 33 6 50 151 Note: Two points for a win, one point overtime loss. Wednesday’s results Montreal 4, Washington 3 Boston 5, Pittsburgh 1 San Jose at Colorado, late Buffalo at Anaheim, late Today’s games Minnesota at Philadelphia, 6 p.m. New Jersey at Columbus, 6 p.m. Carolina at Toronto, 6:30 p.m. Arizona at Florida, 6:30 p.m. N.Y. Rangers at St. Louis, 7 p.m. Nashville at Chicago, 7 p.m. Winnipeg at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at Calgary, 8 p.m. Ottawa at Vancouver, 9 p.m. Edmonton at Los Angeles, 9:30 p.m. Friday’s games Tampa Bay at New Jersey, 6 p.m. Minnesota at Washington, 6 p.m. Boston at Carolina, 6 p.m. Edmonton at Anaheim, 9 p.m. Buffalo at San Jose, 9:30 p.m.
GA 172 148 150 157 173 152 176 GA 138 141 157 185 168 182 188 for
Auto racing NASCAR Sprint Cup Points Standings Through Feb. 21 Points Behind 1. Denny Hamlin 45 — 2. Martin Truex Jr. 40 -5 3. Kyle Busch 39 -6 4. Kevin Harvick 37 -8 5. Carl Edwards 36 -9 6. Joey Logano 35 -10 7. Kyle Larson 34 -11 8. Regan Smith 33 -12 (tie) Austin Dillon 33 -12 10. Kurt Busch 31 -14 (tie) Ryan Newman 31 -14 12. Aric Almirola 29 -16 13. Kasey Kahne 28 -17 (tie) Matt Kenseth 28 -17 15. Michael McDowell 26 -19 (tie) Jimmie Johnson 26 -19 17. Jamie McMurray 24 -21 18. Paul Menard 23 -22 19. Ryan Blaney 22 -23 (tie) Brad Keselowski 22 -23 Schedule (Winners in parentheses) * – non-points race Feb. 13 – Sprint Unlimited* (Denny Hamlin) Feb. 18 – Can-Am Duel 1* (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Feb. 18 – Can-Am Duel 2* (Kyle Busch) Feb. 21 – Daytona 500 (Denny Hamlin) Feb. 28 – Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500, Hampton, Ga. March 6 – Kobalt 400, Las Vegas March 13 – Good Sam 500, Avondale, Ariz. March 20 – Auto Club 400, Fontana, Calif. April 3 – STP 500, Ridgeway, Va. April 9 – Duck Commander 500, Fort Worth, Texas April 17 – Food City 500, Bristol, Tenn. April 24 – Toyota Owners 400, Richmond, Va. May 1 – GEICO 500, Talladega, Ala. May 7 – GoBowling.com 400, Kansas City, Kan. May 15 – AAA 400 Drive for Autism, Dover, Del. May 20 – x-Sprint Showdown, Concord, N.C. May 21 – x-NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race, Concord, N.C. May 29 – Coca-Cola 600, Concord, N.C. June 5 – Axalta We Paint Winners 400, Long Pond, Pa. June 12 – FireKeepers Casino 400, Brooklyn, Mich.
Improvising a win Makeshift Bulls lineup outlasts Wizards BY DAVE ROYSE AP Sports Writer
CHICAGO – Taj Gibson and E’Twaun Moore each scored 17 points, Tony Snell added 16 and a thrown-together roster of Chicago Bulls backups beat the Washington Wizards 109-104 on Wednesday night. Three of the Bulls’ top four scorers missed the game and the fourth was sick. Pau Gasol, who missed practice on Tuesday and was playing with the flu, narrowly missed a triple-double, finishing with 15 rebounds, 10 points and nine assists in the Bulls’ third straight victory. Bradley Beal led the Wizards with 19 points. Garrett Temple scored 18 and Ramon Sessions and John Wall added 16. Markieff Morris had 10 rebounds for the Wizards. Chicago’s Derrick Rose was a last-minute scratch with right hamstring tendinitis, while the Bulls’ leading scorer, Jimmy Butler, missed a seventh game with a left knee strain. Nikola Mirotic is out because of appendicitis. Mike Dunleavy and Doug McDermott each had 14 points for Chicago. Aaron Brooks fin-
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The Bulls’ Doug McDermott goes for a dunk against the Wizards’ Markieff Morris (5) during a game Wednesday in Chicago. The Bulls won 109-104. Star of the game: E’Twaun Moore, Bulls, 17 points Up next: Bulls at Hawks, 7 p.m. Friday TV: ESPN ished with 11. The Bulls also have been without Joakim Noah because of a shoulder injury since Jan. 15. The teams played fairly evenly in the first half with Chicago taking a
57-55 halftime lead. The Bulls then went on a third-quarter run that had them up by as much as 15 in the period. Tip-ins B u l l s : Despite the makeshift starting lineup, all five Bulls starters scored in double figures. ... Since Jan. 9, the Bulls have had eight players miss games for a total of 60 lost games, tied for second-most games lost to injury over that span. .
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Badgers upset No. 8 Iowa Wolverines pull away from Wildcats late By the Associated Press
Bronson Koenig scored 15 points, and Wisconsin upset eighth-ranked Iowa 67-59 on Wednesday night in Iowa City, handing the Hawkeyes their third loss in four games. Nigel Hayes had 10 points for the Badgers (18-10, 10-5 Big Ten), whose streak of nine wins in 10 now includes a victory in Iowa City that should help their NCAA Tournament hopes immensely. Zak Showalter’s layup with 1:15 left put Wisconsin ahead 64-58, and a steal and two free throws by Koenig put the game out of reach. Michigan 72, Northwestern 63:
Muhammad-Ali Abdur Rahkman scored 19 points and Aubrey Dawkins broke Michigan out of its long-distance shooting slump in time to salvage a win over Northwestern in Ann Arbor, Mich. A Dawkins 3-pointer put the Wolverines (20-9, 10-6 Big Ten) ahead for good, 57-54, with 4:18 left. The sophomore also hit a pair of 3s over an 80-second stretch midway through the second half to tie the game at 44. Michigan took its first lead moments later. It was a needed boost for a Michigan team that entered the game shooting 40 percent from behind the 3-point line and making a Big Ten-best 10.2 per game. The Wolverines were 4-of-14
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Wisconsin forward Ethan Happ (22) hits a reverse layup over Iowa center Adam Woodbury during the first half Wednesday in Iowa City, Iowa. from behind the arc Wednesday, with the only other made basket being a Duncan Robinson shot at the halftime buzzer that pulled Michigan within 29-28. Dawkins finished with 11 points, and Derrick Walton Jr. added 16 for Michigan. Alex Olah scored 19 points and grabbed five rebounds for Northwestern (17-11, 5-10).
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF LEE-DIXON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. STEPHANIE J. KUZLIK and AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCE, INC., Defendants. 10 CH 149 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1199 NAYLOR RD. DIXON, IL 61021 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on December 1, 2015, the following described real estate, to-wit: Permanent Index Number: 07-02-25-400-030 fka 07-02-25-400-018 & 07-02-25-400-019 Commonly known as: 1199 Naylor Rd., Dixon, IL 61021 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on March 17, 2016 at 10:00 AM, at the Old Lee County Courthouse, 112 E. 2nd Street, Dixon, IL 61021. The Judgment amount is $351,562.36. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of Lee County. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lien or acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. For information, contact the Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1). If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I684498 Feb. 11, 18, 25, 2016
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TAX DEED NO. 2016 TX 15 Filed January 29, 2016 TAKE NOTICE County of Lee Date Premises Sold November 5, 2013 Certificate No. 2013-00485 Sold for General Taxes of 2012 Sold for Special Assessment of (Municipality) and Special assessment number (Not Applicable) Warrant No. (Not Applicable) Inst. No. (Not Applicable) THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN DELINQUENT TAXES
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Property located at: Lot 158 in Section 10 as shown on the Plat of Woodhaven Lakes recorded April 20, 1972 in Book 'H' of Plats at pages 28, 29 and 30 as Document No. 380741 in the Recorder's Office of Lee County, all situated in the County of Lee and State of Illinois Property Index No. 19-22-07-104-003 This notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on June 15, 2016. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6-month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his or her assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before June 15, 2016. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of Lee County, on June 28, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. at the Lee County Courts Building, 309 South Galena Avenue, Dixon, Illinois in Courtroom 330. You may be present at this hearing but your right to redeem will already have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before June 15, 2016 by applying to the County Clerk of Lee County, Illinois at the Office of the County Clerk in Dixon, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk Address: 112 East 2nd Street, Dixon IL 61021 P.O. Box 329, Dixon IL 61021 Telephone: (815) 288-3309 Midwest Tulsa Property Inc. Purchaser or Assignee Dated 1/29/2016 I685472
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To: Jose M. Casadas; Stella M. Casadas; Triune Investments, LLC; The Woodhaven Association; occupants or persons in actual possession of real estate hereinafter described; County Clerk of Lee County, Illinois; unknown owners and parties interested in said real estate. TAX DEED NO. 2016 TX 6 Filed January 29, 2016 TAKE NOTICE
County of Lee Date Premises Sold November 5, 2013 Certificate No. 2013-00232 Sold for General Taxes of 2012 Sold for Special Assessment of (Municipality) and Special assessment number (Not Applicable) Warrant No. (Not Applicable) Inst. No. (Not Applicable) THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN DELINQUENT TAXES
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Property located at: Lot 242 in Section 21 as shown on the Plat of Woodhaven Lakes recorded October 24, 1975 in Book 'H' of Plats at pages 93-100, inclusive, as Document Number 405539 in the Recorder's Office of Lee County, all situated in the County of Lee and State of Illinois Property Index No. 13-21-02-476-017 This notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on June 15, 2016. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6-month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his or her assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before June 15, 2016. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of Lee County, on June 28, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. at the Lee County Courts Building, 309 South Galena Avenue, Dixon, Illinois in Courtroom 330. You may be present at this hearing but your right to redeem will already have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before June 15, 2016 by applying to the County Clerk of Lee County, Illinois at the Office of the County Clerk in Dixon, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk Address: 112 East 2nd Street, Dixon IL 61021 P.O. Box 329, Dixon IL 61021 Telephone: (815) 288-3309 Midwest Tulsa Property Inc. Purchaser or Assignee Dated 1/29/2016 I685473
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FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. STEPHANIE J. KUZLIK and AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCE, INC., Defendants. 10 CH 149 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1199 NAYLOR RD. DIXON, IL 61021 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on December 1, 2015, the following described real estate, to-wit: Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 25, Township 22 North, Range 9 East of the 4th Principal Meridian, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 25; thence South 88 degrees 39 minutes 42 seconds West, along the North line of Northeast Quarter of said Southeast Quarter, a distance of 197.43 feet; thence South 0 degrees 06 minutes 49 seconds West, parallel with the West line of the Northeast Quarter of said Southeast Quarter of said Section 25; a distance of 1317.62 feet to the South line of the Northeast Quarter of said Southeast Quarter; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes, 19 seconds East, along said South line, a distance of 199.434 feet to the Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 25; thence North 0 degrees 01 minutes 49 seconds East, along said East line of the Northeast Quarter of said Southeast Quarter a distance of 1317.96 to the point of beginning, all situated in Township of Dixon, County of Lee and State of Illinois. Permanent Index Number: 07-02-25-400-030 fka 07-02-25-400-018 & 0702-25-400-019 Commonly known as: 1199 Naylor Rd., Dixon, IL 61021 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on March 17, 2016 at 10:00 AM, at the Old Lee County Courthouse, 112 E. 2nd Street, Dixon, IL 61021. The Judgment amount is $351,562.36. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of Lee County. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. For information, contact the Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1). If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I684498 Feb. 11, 18, 25, 2016
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE
COMMUNITY STATE BANK OF ROCK FALLS - COUNTY MARKET, Plaintiff, v.
Public Notice is hereby given that on February 22 A.D. 2016 a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Lee County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post-office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as F.E.D's Roadside Service located at 1000 Washington 409 Ave., Apt: Dixon, IL 61021.
MARGUERITE L. RAMIREZ, UNKNOWN OWNERS, and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. No. 16 CH 17 ST NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of the following Mortgage regarding the following described premises:
Sealed bids will be received in the office of the Lee County Engineer, 1629 Lee Center Road, Amboy, IL., until 9:00 A.M., Monday, March 7, 2016, (at which time bids will be publicly opened) for the furnishing of materials and construction of the following County and Township road improvements: PACKET 1
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• County Cold Patch, F.O.B. Plant - 800 Ton • County Hot Patch, F.O.B. Plant - 500 Ton Notice of Application for Amboy Bancorp, Inc., and its wholly owned subsidiary, The First National Bank in Amboy, to acquire Franklin Grove Bank, Franklin, Illinois Notice is given that application has been made to the Comptroller of the Currency (“OCC”), Central District Office, One Financial Place, Suite 2700, 440 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60605, and to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”), 300 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1700, Chicago, Illinois 60606, for consent to merge Franklin Grove Bank, Franklin Grove, Illinois, with and into The First National Bank in Amboy, Amboy, Illinois, with The First National Bank in Amboy surviving the merger. Following the merger, Franklin Grove Bank?s sole location at 108 North Elm Street, Franklin Grove, Illinois 61031, will continue to operate as a branch of The First National Bank in Amboy. The merger will be accomplished through multiple steps, beginning with Amboy Bancorp, Inc., Amboy, Illinois, the sole shareholder of The First National Bank in Amboy, establishing an Illinois chartered interim bank subsidiary with a proposed name of Amboy Interim Bank, Amboy, Illinois. The interim bank subsidiary will then be merged with and into Franklin Grove Bank, with Franklin Grove Bank surviving as a wholly owned subsidiary of Amboy Bancorp, Inc. Immediately thereafter, Franklin Grove Bank will be merged with and into The First National Bank in Amboy with The First National Bank in Amboy surviving as a wholly owned subsidiary of Amboy Bancorp, Inc. This notice is published pursuant to 12 U.S.C. § 1828(c), 12 C.F.R. § 5, 12 C.F.R. § 303, 12 C.F.R. § 307 and 12 C.F.R. § 309. Anyone may submit written comments on this application by March 13, 2016 to the OCC or FDIC. Written comments to the OCC should be directed to Travis Wilbert, Director of District Licensing, One Financial Place, Suite 2700, 440 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60605. Written comments to the FDIC should be directed to M. Anthony Lowe, Regional Director, 300 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1700, Chicago, Illinois 60606. The OCC and/or the FDIC may extend the period during which written comments on the application will be accepted. The public file is available for inspection in the OCC's District Office and/or the FDIC's Chicago Regional Office during regular business hours. Written requests for a copy of the public file on the application should be sent to the OCC Director of District Licensing and/or to the FDIC Regional Director. February 12, 2016 Franklin Grove Bank, Franklin Grove, Illinois The First National Bank in Amboy, Amboy, Illinois Feb. 12, 19, 25 & March 8, 2016
Dated this 22nd day of February A.D. 2016
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON GHJ MTAD BUDGET
Cathy Myers County Clerk by Gerianne Knack Deputy
COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2532 Sanborn St., Sterling, Illinois 61081 which said Mortgage was made by: Community State Bank of Rock Falls ? County Market to Marguerite L. Ramirez, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Whiteside County, Illinois, as Document No. 31892007; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending.
February 25 March 3, 10, 2016
Notice is hereby given that the Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ofdinance for the Genesee-Hopkins-Jordan MultiTwonship Assessment District (ghj mtad), Whiteside county, Illinois, for the fiscal year befinning January 1, 2016, and ending December 31, 2016, is available for public inspection at Genesee Township (22231 Pilgrim raod), Hopkins Township (24719 Emerson Road), and Jordan Township (28950 Penrose Road), Sterling, IL.
NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court: Clerk of the Circuit Court Whiteside County Courts Facility, Eastern Division 101 E. Third St. Sterling, IL 61081 on or before March 10, 2016, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. Dated: February 10, 2016. Susan E. Ottens Clerk of the Circuit Court Whiteside County, Illinois Douglas E. Lee Ehrmann Gehlbach Badger Lee & Considine, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 215 E. First St., Suite 100 P.O. Box 447 Dixon, Illinois 61021 (815) 288-4949 (815) 288-3068 (FAX) lee@egblc.com NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt collector. February 18, 25, March 3, 2016
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Notice is further given hereby that a public hearing on said Tentative Budget will be held at 5:30 p.m. on March 10, 2016, at the Hopkins Town Hall, with final action to be taken at 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 25, 2016 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS Estate of JAMES ROY COX, Deceased. No. 16 P 23 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of JAMES ROY COX. Letters of Office were issued to TERRY L. COX, 1317 8th Avenue, Erie, Illinois 31250, as Independent Representative, whose attorneys are WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C., 202 E. 5th Street, Sterling, Illinois 61081. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, or with the Representative, or both, on or before August 26, 2016, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated this 19th day of February, 2016 Terry L. Cox Independent Representative Daniel C. Hawkins WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C. Attorneys for Estate 202 E. 5th Street Sterling, IL 61081-0400 815-625-8200 February 25, March 3, 10, 2016 CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF Marjorie M. Hill Deceased
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CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Marjorie M. Hill. Letters of office were issued on February 12, 2016 to Barbara Feltes,1S066 Donny Hill Road, Elburn, IL 61277, and Robin Goodenough, 303 West 2nd Street, Prophetstown, Illinois 61277, as Independent Executors whose attorney is Rod W. Copeland, 107 East Third Street, Prophetstown, Illinois 61277. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the clerk of court, Whiteside County Courthouse, Morrison, Illinois, 61270, or with the representatives, or both, on or before August 31, 2016, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. Dated this 25th day of February, 2016 Name Rod W. Copeland Attorney for: Independent Executor Address 107 East Third Street City Prophetstown IL 61277 Phone 815-537-2201 February 25, March 3, 10, 2016 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON GENESEE TOWNSHIP BUDGET and GENESEE ROAD DISTRICT BUDGET 2016 Notice is hereby given that the Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the GENESEE TOWNSHIP BUDGET and GENESEE ROAD DISTRICT BUDGET, Whiteside County, Illinois for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2016, is available for public inspection at Genesee Township (22231 Pilgrim Road). Notice is further given hereby that a public hearing on said Tentative Budget will be held on March 8th at Genesee Township Hall at 7:00 p.m. Dated February 22, 2016
Dated February 22, 2016
Pam McKenna Genesee Township Clerk
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Tri-County Opportunities Council Position Openings Pre-K Teacher Assistant: Dixon 30hrs./wk. school-year minimum of AAS in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related degree with a minimum of 18 credit hours in ECE. Pre-K Teacher: Rochelle/Sterling 40hrs./wk.; school year. Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or closely related degree with a minimum of 21 credit hours in ECE. Infant Toddler Teacher: Sterling 40hrs./wk.; full year. Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or closely related degree with a minimum of 21 credit hours in ECE. Infant-Toddler Support Teacher: Sterling 30hrs./wk. full year; Minimum of AAS in early childhood education, child development, or closely related degree with a minimum of 21 credit hours in ECE. Bus Monitor: Sterling and Dixon 20 hrs./wk.. school year; Minimum of high school diplomas of GED and excellent driving record. Must have held a valid drivers license for a minimum of three (3) consecutive years prior to hire. Food Service Worker: Sterling 30 hrs./wk. full-year. Minimum of high school diploma of GED.Valid Illinois drivers license. For information and application contact Tri-County Opportunities Council at 815/625-7830 or visit or website at www.tcohelps.oeg T.C.O.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer an a United Way Partner
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Join The Team! Sauk Valley Media, a respected and dominant media company located in Sterling, IL, has an opening in our Advertising Department. This entry level position would be responsible for selling advertising in a variety of print and online products, including but not limited to newspapers, magazines, websites, direct mail pieces and much more. Sure, some sales experience is desired, but we look for a person with personality, drive and ambition more than just past sales experience. We are always willing to train a person who shows the desire to grow and learn from our other seasoned veterans in this business. And best of all, we are a fun bunch of people to work with, we work hard but we like to have fun along the way. If you are looking for change of career or are new to the workforce and want to join an established but growing company, then we'd like to talk with you. Base pay along with a liberal commission program makes this an excellent opportunity to make money.
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