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Sudoku
Fun by the Numbers
Like puzzles? Then you’ll love sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test! Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
CLUES ACROSS
1. Microgram
4. After B
7. Everything
8. An unfortunate development
10. Coat with sticky substance
12. Cylinder of tobacco for smoking
13. Minimum interval take off
14. Yuck!
16. NBA sensation Jeremy
17. Where some rockers work
19. Midway between northeast and east
20. Snake-like fishes
21. Groups of homes
25. Swiss river
26. Useful towel
27. “The Wire” character “Moreland”
29. Oafish creature
30. A major division of geological time
31. Bird-like Chinese dinosaur
32. Sporting events
39. Body part
41. Clerical vestment
42. Shows data
43. Some are “special”
44. Expression of disappointment
45. Students’ rights document (abbr.)
46. Vacation locale Costa __
48. Pop singer
49. Distract outside a city
50. Mark Wahlberg comedy
51. Coniferous tree
52. Midway between south and southeast
CLUES DOWN
1. Lunatic
2. Actress Danes
3. Buttock muscles
4. The 22nd letter of the Greek alphabet
5. Popular 70s rockers
6. Electronic communication 8. Trigraph 9. Sea eagles 11. Low-pitched, resonant sound 14. Northeastern US university (abbr.)
15. Home of the Bulldogs 18. Exclamation of surprise 19. Make a mistake
20. Advantage 22. Monkeys love them
23. Wood
24. Paddle
27. Past participle of be
28. Tall, rounded vase
29. Device manufacturers
31. Financial institution (abbr.)
32. Paper product
33. A type
34. Atomic #43
35. Red Hot Chili Peppers’ drummer
36. Behaviors
37. Decays
38. Walked confidently
39. Voice (Italian)
40. Class of adhesives
44. Bar bill
47. One-time aerospace firm
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Police reports
Park, Warrant Service
July 24
Loves Park
July 26
Vanessa Tate, 27, 2:48 p.m., E. Riverside Blvd. Loves Park, Warrant Service
July 25
Brandon Smith, 37, 9:10 a.m., Bright View Dr., Loves
Braelen Kittle, 9:18 p.m., E. Riverside Blvd./Applewood Lane, Loves Park, charged with Speeding, Driving While Driver’s License, is Suspended or Revoked, Operation of Uninsured Motor Vehicle
July 22
Winfield Kapriest, 27, 11:23 a.m., N. Second St., Loves Park, charged with Resisting or Obstructing Peace Officer, Obstructing Identification
ty, Criminal Trespass to Real Property, Traffic accident involving pedestrian
July 20
David Busche, 41, 11:05 p.m., Cobblestone Lane, Loves Park, charged with Driving Vehicle With Willful or Wanton Disregard for Safety of Persons or Proper-
Sabina Mujdzic, 27, 7:37p.m., N. Second St./Snow Ave., Loves Park, charged with Driving While Driver’s License, is Suspended or Revoked
Machesney Park
July 29
Marcus J. Peoples, 24, 10:19 p.m., N. Second St., Harlem Road, Machesney Park, charged with Possession of Controlled Substance
July 31
Gary Donte Lavone Johnson, 23, 2:24 p.m., Westwick Circle/Mitchell Road,
Machesney Park, charged with Speeding Dewayne Edward Whelan, 55, 1600 West Lane Road, Machesney Park, charged with Retail Theft
Nicholas Wayne Allen, 36, 9:44 p.m., N. Alpine Road/ Roosevelt Road, Machesney Park, charged with Assault
The top of her class
Congratulations to Harlem-Roscoe FF/EMT Madison Doyle, center of photo, for completing and graduating from the Mercy Health Care Paramedic program. Madison was the class valedictorian. Congratulations and keep up the good work.
Harlem-roscoe fd pHoto
Fact check political facts
We all have our views and viewpoints. It’s easy to expand on those views with quips and comments that sound inventive, innovative and downright clever. It’s amazing, actually, how easy it is to come out against something or someone, especially when you don’t agree with their viewpoints, political stance or even appearance.
We all see the world from our own lens. That’s okay. It’s so much more than okay. And here in the United States, the ability to view the country from our own lens is what makes this land great.
We take it for granted, but we shouldn’t. The freedoms we have to disagree, criticize and even ridicule one another are privileges people living in other places don’t necessarily know.
Being a U.S. citizen is coveted by many.
I sometimes forget this. I was born in what I consider to be the best country in the world. I too-often take this fact for granted. But I shouldn’t.
Especially right now, in the midst of our current political situation, which is filled with discord, distress and distrust. And opinions. So many, many opinions. Or at least two of them. The right and the wrong.
Am I right?
And with our polarized opinions come those clever memes, which unfortunately often have no basis in facts – on both sides. Please remember that. I am talking about both sides here.
This column isn’t about politics; it’s about civility and honesty and truth. And memes.
When we have opinions and we long to share them with others, it can feel right, sincere, educational and so very powerful to post memes, because if they are on point with your point, they must be true. Plus, they are ready-
By JILL PERTLER Columnist
made. No graphic design skills needed. No effort on our part. You just find a handy picture with words attached and post it. No fact-checking needed, of course. Why would the truth (your truth, my truth) lie?
What could possibly be wrong with that?
Probably nearly everything. But beyond that, good question. It’s a question I’ve asked publicly recently. It’s a question I’ve actually put into action by questioning people on social media about their sources and the entirety of facts behind a meme.
It’s been eye opening. Turns out some people posting memes don’t take lightly to being questioned or fact-checked. For that I am truly sorry. I do not want to cause angst in anyone’s life, but right now, at this time in history, I feel the facts might just be pretty darn important. And if you don’t have the time to check your facts, or you don’t care to check your facts, or you don’t feel your facts need any checking, please pause. Please check. Even if you are absolutely certain right is on your side, still check. Do your homework. Play the devil’s advocate and make sure whatever you are posting is verifiably true. It will only strengthen your overall argument.
It will make us all better, but better yet, it will help us all in the long run. This is a certifiable fact, according to 100% of Americans polled in a recent poll (which was one, because I simply polled myself.)
You see how statistics can be manipulated? I hope
this has you smiling. Even more so, I hope it has you thinking. All the best from me to you during this divided political season. And big hugs. Always, always big hugs. We can never have too many.
Jill Pertler is an awardwinning syndicated columnist, published playwright and author. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.
Winnebago County death notices
Aug. 8
Aung Zin, 22, Rockford
Morris J. Bailey, 76, Rockford
James W. Sarnecke, 71, Rockford
Gregory Barrett, 66, Rockford
Connie Priebe, 76, Rockford
Chase Kennedy, 41, Rockton
Dennis Delaney, 77, Rockford
Suzanne M. Italiano, 65, Rockford
Hans Metoyer, 88, Rockford
Barbara Hoey, 74, Rockford
Aug. 7
Noel Hines, 47, Rockford
Sterling Case, 85, Durand
Randall S. Ryan, 81, Rockford
Calvin L. Lewis, 53, Rockford
Gerald Brigowatz, 81, Loves Park
Sheila Whitehouse, 81, Rockford
Gary Hubbard, 82, Rockford
Jay A. Lindquist, 62, Rockford
Aug. 6
Lonnie Franklin, 79, Rockford
Patrick T. Cunningham, 81, Rockford
Donald Hatcher, 80, Rockford
Aurora M. Rivera, 85, Rockford
Aug. 4
Peggy L. Tufly, 58, Rockford
Aug. 2
Dorothy Arndt, 89, Rockford
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Maureen K. Hale, 84, Rockford
Loyd Mason, 92, Rockford
Aug. 5
Mary J. Nolan, 93, Rockford
Carmella Schmitt, 92, Rockford
Carl Bell, 60, Rockford
James K. Lesure, 60, Rockford
Jeffrey A. Volk, 70, Rockford
Hoa Huynh, 66, Rockford
Todd A. Maddelein, 62, Rockford
Steven Bosley, 59, Rockford
Darwin T. Hostetter, 74, Rockford
James Zarembski, 62, Rockford
Martha Morehead, 92, Rockford
Billy Gilmore, 74, Rockford
Aug. 3
Richard E. Manring, 91, Machesney Park
George Holtz, 77, Rockford
Donna M. Shive, 58, Rockford
Sandra Peacock, 70, Rockford
Marsha Kastner, 81, Rockford
Ronald Hiatt, 87, Roscoe
David Corey, 62, Rockford
Dennis Mcclaren, 84, Rockford
Kenneth Waller, 88, Durand
Anita M. Nanni, 88, Rockford
Tom Maavich, 77, Rockford
Marcus Williams, 39, Rockford
Gas prices in the Stateline area fall during past week
Average gasoline prices in Rockford have fallen 9.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.63/g last Sunday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 139 stations in Rockford.
Prices in Rockford are 1.4 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 31.7 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.
The national average price of diesel has declined 3.4 cents in the last week and stands at $3.72 per gallon, the lowest level since January, 2022, over 900 days ago. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Rockford was priced at $3.18/g, while the most expensive was $3.89/g, a difference of 71.0 cents per gallon. The lowest price in the state was $3.18/g while the highest was $5.19/g, a difference of $2.01/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 3.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.41/g today.
The national average is down 11.6 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 42.5 cents per gallon lower than a year ago, according to GasBuddy data compiled from more than 11 million weekly price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations
across the country.
Historical gasoline prices in Rockford and the national average going back 10 years:
Aug. 12, 2023: $3.95/g (U.S. Average: $3.83/g)
Aug. 12, 2022: $4.10/g
(U.S. Average: $3.94/g)
Aug. 12, 2021: $3.25/g
(U.S. Average: $3.18/g)
Aug. 12, 2020: $2.24/g
(U.S. Average: $2.18/g)
Aug. 12, 2019: $2.67/g
(U.S. Average: $2.64/g)
Aug. 12, 2018: $2.79/g
(U.S. Average: $2.85/g)
Aug. 12, 2017: $2.32/g
(U.S. Average: $2.35/g)
Aug. 12, 2016: $2.15/g
(U.S. Average: $2.12/g)
Aug. 12, 2015: $2.54/g
(U.S. Average: $2.59/g)
Aug. 12, 2014: $3.51/g
(U.S. Average: $3.47/g)
Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Milwaukee - $3.48/g, down 14.4 cents per gallon from last week’s $3.62/g. Madison - $3.42/g, down 11.7 cents per gallon from last week’s $3.54/g. Chicago - $4.11/g, down 17.1 cents per gallon from last week’s $4.28/g.
“As summer driving season comes to a gradual close, we continue to see gasoline prices declining in most of the country as demand remains muted.
“Incredibly, the drop has also caused diesel fuel prices to crumble to their lowest level since before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy.
“As long as we can avoid a major hurricane threatening refineries in the Gulf region, I believe we could see declines continue into this week, with the national average potentially dipping to its lowest level of the summer.
“However, should economic data come in better than expected, there still could be a short-lived rally. While some states may also see gas prices rise to routine price cycling, primarily in the Great Lakes and Florida, prices across the board remain lower in every state compared to a year ago.”
GasBuddy is the authoritative voice for gas prices and the only source for station-level data. GasBuddy’s survey updates 288 times every day from the most diverse list of sources covering nearly 150,000 stations nationwide, the most comprehensive and up-to-date in the country.
GasBuddy’s averages, graphs, maps and historical pricing data covering the U.S. and Canada is available 24/7 at http://prices.GasBuddy.com.
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Burial Needs 7 CEMETERY PLOTS Willing to sell as a group or individually. Located at Roselawn Memory Gardens 3045 WI-67, Lake Geneva, WI 53147. This is a private sale. Contact Randy, the seller at randy@slpublishers.com.
For Sale SOLAR BLANKET 16x32 for in ground swimming pool. Like new. $75. Call 815-713-6811.
to Buy
I BUY OLD STEREO EQUIPMENT Vacuum Tubes & Testers, Large & Small Speakers, Records. Rick 815-0871-2538.
Automobiles
1964 BUICK RIVIERA 425 CID, runs & looks great. $20,000 OBO. 815-347-0496.
1985 TOYOTA SUPRA Original owner, California car, 172,000 miles. Evansville $8,000 OBO. 608-322-2483
real estate
is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familiar/ status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-900-669-9777. The toll-free tele phone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
Boats
14 FT. O’DAY JAVELIN/PADDOCK LAKE Main sail/Jib w/ trailer. $900 262-586-5172 or 630-258-9589.
‘87 RINKER DECK BOAT Comes with new trailer & shore station boat lift with lift motor & canopy, and boat cover. Runs great! Well maintained inside & out! Low hours! Clean & comfortable interior for 10 people, ready to enjoy. Please call Marcia @ 815-483-0177 or 815-463-1940 for more details, asking $14,850.
ALUMINUM BOAT TRAILER HURRICANE. Tandem axle, spare tire rack & buddy brakes. Call 773-220-5742.
COMMERCIAL JON BOAT With trailer, 18 foot, 25 hp Yamaha F/S. $2,000. Call 262-206-1725.
Campers and RVs
1994 WINNEBAGO WARRIOR 22’ V8 454 engine, 97,200 miles. Newer tires, new battery, new sub floor and flooring. Rooftop A/C works great. Rust free, runs good and ready for travel! Asking $10,500. Located near Rockford. Call 815-520-0997.
2022 COACHMAN FREEDOM EXPRESS 24’ Travel Trailer with Q bed. Very clean. $19,000. OBO. 262-470-4083.
Motorcycles
1984 750cc HONDA NIGHTHAWK Great runner. 608-2070151.
1999 HARLEY DAVIDSON Road King Classic $5000, Excellent condition, 450 cc, fuel injected, 28,300 miles, Cobalt blue One Owner, Comes with windshield, backrest, luggage racks, side bags, cover. Needs a rear tire. Bill Hauri 608-214-6283 92 HONDA 750 Nighthawk. 50K miles. $850. (414) 688-4008
Sports/Classic Cars
1952 CHEVY PICKUP Solid Nevada truck,
LobsterFest 2024
Due to availability, pre-paid pre-orders are the only way to guarantee your lobster, Orders will be taken through Tuesday, August 27, 2024 Walk-up purchases will be while supplies last.. Payment required at time of pre-order.
Order by phone or order at store’s Customer Service Desk
Live Lobsters can be picked up between 9am-5pm
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