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ELIZABETH — 4-H Fair 2015 has come and gone, but the quest for recognition in next year’s event has already begun for many of the dozens of area club members that worked all year to prepare their exhibits and livestock to show in Elizabeth last week.

“We’ve just spent the last week celebrating 4-H’ers and their accomplishments and we’ve seen general projects, livestock , just a little bit of everything 4-H,” said Jo Daviess County 4-H Youth and Development program coordinator Angela Miller.

She said the county boasts of 7 individual clubs serving a membership of nearly 200 young people.

“We started the week with a horse show that gave the kids a chance to show their horses,” Miller said. “We moved then to the Cloverbuds which is our five to seven year olds. We did general projects that encompassed everything from aerospace to veterinarian science to rocketry to visual arts, food and nutrition, horticulture and more.”

As always, the livestock projects included showings of goats, sheep, poultry, rabbits and pretty much every class of livestock managed for production.

Lena resident and Chelsea Busy Bees member Olivia Kepner showed both livestock and a general project at the fair.

“This year I brought two gilts, a steer and a heifer and I brought a welding project and a food and nutrition project,” she said.

“The hogs were raised on our family farm outside of Lena and I’ve helped with those

chores throughout their lives,” said Kepner. “We bring them in at market weight, so my hogs came in around 275.”

She said her welding project involved building a creep feeder for her dad’s hog house.

“He was in and out of the shop through the project and helped me,” she said.

Kepner was awarded Grand Champion for her welding project and dad’s hogs are glad of it.

“I’ve been in 4-H for quite a few years and it’s taught me a lot about confidence,” she said. “Sometimes your project may not turn out exactly how you want it to, but 4-H provides the opportunity to have it judged by someone that knows what they’re talking about and they can give you pointers so you can improve. 4-H is a great opportunity and I would encourage anybody to join.”

Millers said 4-H is changing to stay abreast of its membership’s evolving interests.

“We’ve begun to see interests stepping out of the more traditional livestock areas and so we’ve begun to push more in the area of general projects, but we are still very much active in anything agriculture because that’s what we are Tracy Siegner photo based on and that is what we want to continue,” she said. Jo Daviess County 4-H Youth and Development program coordinator Angela Miller and “We have branched out into the Chelsea Busy Bee member Olivia Kepner take a minute from their fair duties to admire the STEM areas which are our sci- projects entered in the 4-H general projects competition ence, technology, engineering year swim party. We’re going ber.” participants will move on to and mathematics.”

She said Jo Daviess County the Illinois State Fair.

She said as 4-H enters the to recognize their achieve“4-H is a very positive promore urban areas the organi- ments with an achievement 4-H is working to get a shootbanquet and we are going to ing sports program up and rungram,” Miller said. “We create zation identifies new interests begin our new year in Octoning and many of the 4-H fair leaders.” and develops programs to challenge those interests and take the organization to a global platform.

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STOCKTON POLICE BEAT On July 13, 2015, it was reported to the Stockton Police Department of an identity theft.

The identity theft was from a credit card number theft. The complainant showed docu-

ments of over $10,000 worth of items purchased using the complainant’s credit card number. Attempts had also been made to receive other credit cards in the complain-

Summer heat safety tips to ensure fun in the sun

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STATELINE — The summer season and warm weather triggers an urge to be outdoors, but fun in the sun can be dangerous when the heat and humidity rise. In addition to sun burn, heat-related illnesses including heat stroke or sunstroke can send unsuspecting victims to the hospital. The human body keeps itself cool by allowing heat to escape through the skin and by evaporating the resulting perspiration. If the body cannot cool itself enough, the person could suffer from heatrelated illness.

Heat stroke can progress from milder heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion, heat cramps and fainting. Illnesses caused by overheating can become serious, and even deadly, if not treated. Exposure to heat kills approximately 400 Americans annually.

Everyone is susceptible to heat-related illnesses, with even young healthy athletes succumbing to it. However, those most at risk include senior citizens, especially those living along in non-air-conditioned environments; infants and children and people with medical conditions, especially those with heart disease and high blood pressure.

The classic warning symptom of a heat stroke is a body temperature that is above 104 degrees Fahrenheit, but other symptoms include fainting, dizziness and light-headedness, rapid pulse, painful muscle cramps and spasms, headache, lack of sweating despite the heat, nausea and vomiting, rapid breathing, dry, hot and red skin and behavioral changes including disorientation. If you or anyone around you has any of these symptoms, 911 should be called immediately. As you wait for emergency services, put damp and cool cloths or towels on the affected person and have them lie down until medical assistance arrives.

Being alert to the symptoms of heat stroke is vital to ensuring your own health and safety as well as your friends and family. However, as Benjamin Franklin said, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of

cure” and heatstroke is preventable. Take these preventative steps to prevent heatstroke this summer: · Avoid strenuous outdoor activities. Whenever possible, reserve outdoor activities for the cooler morning and evening hours. · Wear lightweight, loosefitting, light-colored clothing.

Wearing too much clothing or tight clothing won’t allow your body to cool down efficiently. · Stay well-hydrated and avoid alcoholic and caffeinated beverages. Staying hydrated helps you maintain a normal body temperature and drinking excessive caffeinated or alcoholic drinks can dehydrate, rather than hydrate, you. · Eat smaller meals more frequently. Eating small, protein rich meals throughout the day keeps your energy level stabilized. · Never leave children, adults or pets in a closed, parked vehicle. In the sun, closed car temperatures can rise from 78 degrees to 100 degrees in just three minutes.

For more information on heatrelated illness prevention and treatment, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov/extremeheat, The American Red Cross,www. redcross.org/prepare/disaster/ heat-wave and the Mayo Clinic.

The summer months can be the most joyful of the year, so by following these simple tips, you can be assured that your summer is full of all the family fun that you had planned.

Help celebrate Helen Calhoun’s 90th Birthday on August 8th with a card shower!

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ant’s name. Stockton Chief of Police, LaDon Trost warns that the theft of credit card numbers does not necessarily mean that your credit card has been stolen. Only the numbers on your credit card need to be presented when shopping on line. Be very careful when giving your credit card to a sales person. Especially in restaurants or other locations when you hand your credit card to the sales person and they walk to a register out of your sight. The numbers can easily be duplicated by unscrupulous persons and then the numbers are later sold on the black market.

On July 14, 2015 it was reported to the Stockton Police Department of a battery to a 20 year old female. The battery occurred in the 200 block of Front Street. Numerous witnesses to the incident were interviewed resulting in the arrest of Donald J. Henderson, age 29 of 215 Queen Street, for battery. Henderson posted bond and was released.

On July 15, 2015, it was reported to the Stockton Police

Department of a Domestic Disturbance in an apartment in the 200 Block of Front Street. An investigation by the Stockton Police Department determined that the disturbance had not become physical and no arrests were made.

On July 20, 2015, a residential burglary was reported to the Stockton Police Department. The residential burglary occurred in the 200 block of Queen Street. Entry had been gained to the residence by removing a screen from the exterior of the residence and prying open the window.

Taken from the residence were numerous items of personal belonging as well as a handgun and a shotgun. The owner of the residence had been gone for the evening and discovered the burglary to his residence when entering his home the following morning. The Stockton Police Department requested the assistance of the Illinois State Police Crime Scene (CSI) for processing of the crime scene. If anyone has information pertaining to this burglary

You can use your car alarm to protect more than your auto STATELINE — Put your car keys beside your bed at night. If you hear someone trying to get in your house, just press the panic button for your car. The alarm will start, and the horn will continue to sound until either you turn it off or the car battery dies.

It’s a home security system that you probably already have and requires no installation. Test it.

It will go off from most everywhere inside your house and will keep honking until your

battery runs down or until you reset it with the button on the key fob chain. It works if you park in your driveway or garage.

If your car alarm goes off when someone is trying to break into your house, odds are the criminal won’t stick around. And remember to carry your keys while walking to your car in a parking lot. The sound of an alarm could be useful there too.

This could also be useful for a medical emergency, where you can’t reach a phone.

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please call the Stockton Police Department at 815-947-2512 or the administrative number at 815-947-3157.

On July 20, 2015 the Stockton Police Department was made aware of an arrest warrant issued in Stephenson County for the offense of Unlawful Delivery of Controlled Substances. Pursuant to the warrant of arrest, Coty D. Sweet age 26 of 523 East Front Avenue was arrested by members of the Stockton Police Department, at his residence.

Sweet was transported to the Jo Daviess County jail where he is awaiting County extradition to Stephenson County. Sweet is being held in lieu of a $100,000 bond.

On July 21, 2015, 2015, it was reported to the Stockton Police Department that a burglary to a motor vehicle occurred in the 100 block of Park Street.

The complainant reported that only a pack of cigarettes and a lighter had been taken however all items in the vehicle had been strewn about the vehicle.

Chief Trost warns citizens to lock their vehicle when leaving your vehicle on the street or in a driveway overnight.

Never leave valuables of any kind in your vehicle, especially money, a purse or a wallet that can be seen through the vehicle windows. Vehicle burglaries within the community are rare but they are not without occurrence. Protect your property by always locking your house and car.

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Thanks to all who prayed for Don and our family at this time. We are truly blessed for the support from family & friends.

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VIEWPOINT S ENATE WEEK IN REVIEW

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SPRINGFIELD — More than three weeks into a new fiscal year, the budget stalemate has revealed stark differences in the way reform-minded Republicans and status-quo Democrats envision Illinois’ future.

Gov. Bruce Rauner and Republican lawmakers are seeking a constitutional 12-month budget anchored on solid governmental and business reforms to improve the state’s economy, freeze property taxes, and implement term limits and take “politics” out of the process of drawing legislative boundaries.

Democrat leaders in the Senate and House of Representatives have settled for an unbalanced, one-month budget, and are advocating for a continuation of failed fiscal policies and unstable business practices that have left Illinois with the

third-worst business climate, the second-highest property taxes, and the worst credit ratings of any state.

The Illinois Constitution requires the General Assembly to pass a balanced 12-month budget. In May, Democrat leaders pushed through a plan based on expected revenues of $32 billion and proposed spending of $36 billion. That budget has been vetoed by Gov. Rauner, but Democrat lawmakers last week voted to override several of his vetoes, further complicating budget negotiations.

Both House Speaker Michael Madigan and Senate President Cullerton have repeatedly said that their number-one issue is the budget deficit – not the economy or the taxpayers – and have resisted nearly every effort toward reform. It’s tough to take them at their word because they

voted to pass a budget with a $4 billion deficit, and they have introduced no proposals to cut enough or raise taxes to cover the shortfall.

Elizabeth village board completes June business

Need for compromise House lawmakers returned to Springfield July 21 for hearings that Democrat legislative leaders said showed the perils of adopting Rauner’s pro-business agenda. The Senate has its next session days scheduled for Aug. 4 and 5.

The General Assembly’s Democrat leaders need to stop the public relations gimmicks like the Committee of the Whole political theater, and make more attempts at compromise. Gov. Rauner has already offered to come more than halfway by scaling his policy agenda down from more than 40 items in his Turnaround Agenda to only a handful, and backing away from right-to-work legislation.

He has also offered movement on tax reform to find additional revenues to help balance the budget.

ELIZABETH — The approved minutes from the June 17 meeting of the Elizabeth village board show the board approved a request for St Mary Church to repave the road leading from the church to the cemetery at the church’s expense. Additions to the decision include bid winner Erickson Paving to provide an updated Certificate of Liability and plan approval by the village Public Works Superintendent.

The board approved a letter from Westmore Equities

Law could help save millions A new law that would end state payments to benefit recipients who are deceased could save taxpayers millions of dollars.

Signed by the Governor July 21, House Bill 3311 requires the Department of Human Services and the Department of Public Health to cross-reference public aid recipients with the names of those who state records indicate are dead. Records of the deceased are kept by the Department of Healthcare and Family Services.

(Dollar General) revising date changes.

New date is July 1 for completed property purchase, July 15 for construction to begin.

Under new business, the board approved its prevailing wage motion, repealed an ordinance covering dance permits/live entertainment/$25 fee and added lawn care with defined regulations to the village ordinance book.

The full minutes are on file with Village Clerk Barb Brown. The next board meeting is August 19.

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A year ago, the media reported the payment of millions of dollars in state medical care benefits to people who were dead. One report, citing the Auditor General, indicated state government paid out millions during Fiscal Year 2014 to more than 1,100 people who were deceased. Another story by the Chicago Tribune stated that nearly 6,000 people known to be deceased were considered eligible for state medical services.

And as recently as May, the Auditor General highlighted state spending of more than $320,000 by the Illinois Department on Aging for services for people who were dead.

Four companies close during 10-day period A recent report by the Illinois Policy Institute states that in a 10-day period in July, four manufacturers announced that they will be shutting down their operations in Illinois.

According to the July 16 report by Michael Lucci: “General Mills announced July 16 it will shut down a manufacturing plant in West Chicago, laying off 500 local foodmanufacturing workers at the plant. One day earlier, Bunge North America announced 210 manufacturing jobs will disappear after the closure of its plant in Bradley, Illinois.

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The report states that jobs losses from just these four manufacturers total more than 1,300.

Governor seeks federal flood relief for crops On July 23, Gov. Rauner sent a letter to USDA officials requesting all counties in Illinois experiencing crop damage related to recent flooding be included in a Secretarial Disaster Declaration.

A Secretarial Disaster Declaration would provide farmers in designated counties the ability to receive low interest emergency loans if they meet all eligibility requirements.

The State Emergency Board will convene July 27 to review the county emergency board minutes and loss assessments in preparation for determining county eligibility. The Illinois Department of Agriculture will continue to assist U.S. Farm Service Agency (FSA) officials in securing benefits for farmers who are impacted by flooding.

Even those crops not damaged directly by flooding have suffered. Long periods of rain and drenched fields have slowed farmers all season and so far, crops haven’t been able to make up for the slow start. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, the second cutting of hay is only 52% complete, compared to the five-year average of 83%. 96% of soybeans have now emerged from the soil, still behind the fiveyear average of 100%. 75% of corn plants are silking, compared to the typical 77% at this point, though 17% have reached the dough stage, which is actually ahead of the five-year average of 16%.

Precipitation last week averaged .97 inches across the state, .18 inches more than normal, leaving an average of 3.3 days suitable for fieldwork. Though many farmers were still waiting on fields to dry out more before they were able to work.

Crop conditions are dropping again, with 56% of corn acres rated as good or excellent, compared to 61% last week, and 47% of soybeans receiving the same marks, down from 52%.

Bills signed into law Gov. Rauner took action on a number of bills during the week.

A complete list is available on the Senate Action page of the Senate Republican Caucus Web site at http://senategop.state. il.us/AbouttheSenate/SenateAction.aspx

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ON THE RECORD

Ivy Ruth

THOMSON — Stephen (Bud) and Stephanie Heid Benson of Thomson, IL are proud parents of a daughter; Ivy Ruth Benson born Sunday July 12th, 2015 at Mercy Medical Center, Clinton, IA She weighed 7 lbs 9 oz and was 19 in long.

Ivy was welcomed home by 2 brothers, Cosmo and Wyatt.

Grandparents are Bill and Kim Heid of Thomson, IL, and Shannon and Marilyn Brasher of Asbury, IA. Great-grandparents are Dean and Ruth Wright of Stockton, IL, Roger and Betty Gallentine and Galen and Linda Heid all of Thomson, IL and Dale and June Clabaugh of Picayune, Mississippi.

Austin Nack

Austin Carter Nack, born to Ted & Stephanie Nack, Galena, IL. Austin has one sister, Jenna.

Maternal grandparents are Chuck & Rogene Beyer, Elizabeth, IL. Paternal Grandparents are Jim & Pat Nack, Galena, IL. Maternal Great-Grandparents are Joe & Mag Ferrell, Hanover, IL and Joan Beyer, Elizabeth, IL and Jamie Girot, Anniston, AL. Maternal Great-Great Grandfather is Ray Ferrell, Hanover, IL.

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Landon Watter

Great grandparents are Leon and Garnet Obenchain, Alice Chezem and Wilma Stephan all of Freeport and Allen and Virginia Turner of Lena, Ill.

Aubrey Kretschmer

STOCKTON — Waylon and Regina Kretschmer of Stockton, IL. are the parents of a daughter Aubrey Leigh Kretschmer born Wednesday July 22, 2015 at FHN Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Ill. Aubrey has three brothers Landyn Kretschmer, 2 and Dakoda, 17 and Isaiah, 12 Weil. Grandparents are Dan and Denise Kretschmer and Marian Koester all of Elizabeth, Ill. Great grandparents are William and Maxine Kretschmer of Burlington, Wis.

HANOVER — Landon Charles Watter, born June 1, 2015 to Jeff & Danielle Watter of Hillsboro, MO. Maternal grandparents are Chuck & Rogene Beyer, Elizabeth, IL. Paternal Grandmother is Pam Watter of Freeport, IL. Maternal Great-Grandparents are Joe & Mag Ferrell, Hanover, IL and Joan Beyer, Elizabeth, IL and Jamie Girot, Anniston, AL. Paternal Great-Grandparents are Elmer & Donna McLain, Freeport, IL. Maternal Great-Great Grandfather is Ray Ferrell, Hanover, IL.

Lakynn Chezem

FREEPORT — Perry and September Chezem of Freeport, Il are the parentS of a daughter Lakynn Leann Chezem born Friday July 17, 2015 at FHN Memorial Hospital, Freeport. Grandparents are Scott and Kerri Gerke of Freeport, Michelle Christianson of Pearl City, Ill. and Randy and Joey Chezem of Freeport.

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Pierce family reunion

STOCKTON — Come to the Eloise Pierce Farm (11672 E Morseville Road, Stockton, IL) August 2, for a potluck dinner starting at 12:30 followed by yard games and visiting. Please let all of your families know about the reunion!

In case of bad weather, the reunion will be held at the Morseville Church.

CONTACT: Tonya Raab, 311 Freedom Street, Lena, IL 61048 (815-369-5352) or Ken Pierce, 12716 E Blackhawk Road, Stockton, IL 61085 (815-9472064)

Zink-Endress families schedule reunion

MASSBACH — The ZinkEndress reunion will be held Sunday, August 9 at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Massbach. The potluck will begin at 12:30 p.m. Lemonade will be provided.

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LENA — Benjamin Albrecht Jr. and Donna Endress were married July 31, 1955 at St. John’s Lutheran Church of Massbach by the Rev. C.A. Weideranders. The couple has three children Lori (Timothy) Holden of Freeport, Ill. Carl (Rene) Albrecht of Elizabeth, Ill. and Patti (David Willis) Meehan of Albany, Wis. They are blessed with 13 grandchildren and two step granddaughters and six great grandchildren and 1 step great granddaughter. Cards and well wishes may be sent to them at 197 Palm Dr., Lena, Ill. 61048

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Madigan warns homeowners to be on alert for storm-related home repair scams CHICAGO — Following last week’s severe storms, Attorney General Lisa Madigan today warned western Illinois residents to be on alert for home repair con artists looking to exploit homeowners and local businesses needing repairs due to storm-related damage.

Madigan cautioned Illinois residents that scammers may quickly move into communities hit hard by storms to take advantage of people with damage to their homes. Madigan noted that these “storm chasers” use the opportunity to pressure people into making impulsive, and often expensive, decisions about cleanup and construction work.

Investigators with Madigan’s office are working with officials in Cameron, IL and will be looking into complaints about contractors operating in the recently impacted areas.

Contractors interested in working in Cameron must register

at the Illinois Department of Transportation yard in nearby Monmouth, located at 710 180th Ave. Investigators will also be on hand in Watseka to provide assistance to local officials.

Madigan encouraged local residents and business owners to call local law enforcement agencies and her office’s Consumer Fraud Hotline (1-800386-5438) to report any suspicious activity.

“These communities face a long recovery process,” Madigan said.

“Unfortunately, there are individuals who will attempt to profit from the devastation left by the storms. I encourage residents to be on the alert for scammers trying to take advantage of them.”

Madigan offered the following tips to help protect families and businesses from dishonest contractors: Be wary of contractors who go door to door to offer repair

services. Ask for recommendations from people you know and trust and, whenever possible, use established local contractors.

Call the Attorney General’s Consumer Fraud Hotline to check out a contractor and to learn if any complaints have been filed against a particular business.

Even if there is a need to act quickly, shop around for the best deal. Get written estimates from multiple contractors, and don’t be rushed into a deal.

Get all of the terms of a contract in writing, and obtain a copy of the signed contract.

Never make full payment until all the work has been completed to your satisfaction.

Never pay in cash.

Be aware that you have the right to cancel a contract within three business days if you signed it based on the contractor’s visit to your home.

In the case of disaster repair,

you have an additional right to cancel. If your insurance carrier denies coverage, you have the right to cancel the contract within five days of when your insurance carrier denies your coverage.

Ask to see required state and local permits and licenses.

Insurance adjusters and roofers must be licensed by state agencies. If the contractor does not have a required license, or if the name on the license doesn’t match the name on the contractor’s business card or truck, that should raise a red flag.

Madigan also reminded consumers that the Illinois Home Repair and Remodeling Act requires contractors to furnish

customers with written contracts for any repair or remodeling work costing more than $1,000. A contract must be signed by both the customer and the contractor. The law also requires contractors to carry at least minimum amounts of insurance for property damage, bodily injury and improper home repair. Contractors also must provide consumers with an informational pamphlet entitled “Home Repair: Know Your Consumer Rights.”

Madigan urged homeowners to contact her Consumer Fraud Hotlines to report being victimized by a home repair scheme or to learn tips for finding a reputable contractor.

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Bustos anti-waste effort passes committee, now goes to full house for consideration WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) announced that her bipartisan, bicameral effort to end improper federal payments and cut down on waste, fraud and abuse in the federal government and save billions of taxpayer dollars passed the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform unanimously. In May, Bustos joined with Congressman Mick Mulvaney (SC-5) to introduce the Federal Improper Payments Coordination Act of 2015, H.R.2320, which would improve existing programs, requirements and procedures established to identify and

prevent improper federal payments. With today’s House Committee passage, the bill now goes to the full House for consideration.

Each year, agencies across the federal government pay bil-

lions in improper payments in error or due to fraud. According to the Office of Management and Budget, federal agencies made an estimated $125

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A little levity to lighten your day Paddy and Seamus were walking home from the pub. Paddy says to Seamus, “What a beautiful night, look at the moon.” Seamus stops and looks at Paddy, “You are wrong, that’s not the moon, that’s the sun.” Both started arguing for a while when they come upon a really soused drunk walking in the other

direction, so they stopped him.

“Sir, could you please help settle our argument? Tell us what that thing is up in the sky that’s shining. Is it the moon or the sun?” The drunk looked at the sky and then looked at them, and said, “Sorry, I don’t live around here.”

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FROM LENA’S KITCHEN The not so skinny cook

It has been hot and humid— good weather for our crops and gardens to grow. I have one lone tomato on my potted plant—lots of grape ones. I think the potted one got too much rain water, and it never recovered. One of my friends gave me some home grown tomatoes, and I had my first bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich. It tasted so good! There is nothing like home-grown red tomatoes in flavor. Because of the heat, today there are some recipes that don’t require much prep or stove and oven time.

(Of course, there is one that requires baking, but the end result is worth it!) Enjoy some garden fresh recipes in this week’s column.

Everybody seems to be eating buffalo chicken dip this year. This recipe is an easy one because you use rotisserie chicken. If you use the Tostado scoops and the celery sticks, you don’t even get your fingers dirty. However, this dip is finger licking good!

Buffalo Chicken Dip

¼ C. sliced green onions ½ t. celery seed 1 T. unsalted butter 4 oz. cream cheese, cubed and softened ¼ C. ranch dressing ¼ C. hot sauce 1½ C. chopped rotisserie chicken 1 C. shredded Monterey Jack cheese ½ C. shredded Cheddar Sliced green onions, blue cheese crumbles, celery sticks and corn chips Preheat the oven to 350.

Sweat green onions and celery seed in butter in a saucepan over medium heat until onions soften. (Remember last week, we talked about the difference between sweating vegetables and sautéing vegetables.)

In a food processes, mix the cream cheese, ranch dressing, hot sauce, and onions until mixed completely. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in chicken and cheeses. Place in a 1 qt. flat baking dish which has been sprayed with cooking spray and spread evenly. Bake until

hot and bubbly, about 25-30 minutes. Garnish with green onions and crumbles; serve with celery sticks and corn chips.

The University of Illinois Extension recipe of the week combines garden cabbage and Kohlrabi into a great and unique slaw. The original recipe calls for Savoy cabbage, but regular garden cabbage will work just fine. Stop by the Farmer’s Market and get your cabbage supply. The second recipe is for Kale and cucumbers which are also available at the Farmer’s Market. Enjoy this fresh and healthy kale salad.

Cabbage-Kohlrabi Slaw

1 medium kohlrabi ½ lemon, juiced ¼ C. dill, chopped ½ clove garlic, minced 1 t. Dijon mustard Salt and pepper, to taste 3 T. olive oil ¼ C. cabbage shredded Peel the kohlrabi and cut into matchsticks. Set aside.

Whisk the juice of ½ lemon, chopped dill, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and salt and pepper together in a bowl.

Whisk in olive oil.

Toss with kohlrabi and shredded cabbage. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chilled.

Kale Chicken Salad with Carrot Cucumber Dressing

1 C. shredded Brussels sprouts 1 C. torn kale leaves ½ C. radish matchsticks 1 carrot 1 cucumber 4 T. rice vinegar 4 T. fresh lemon juice 2 t. extra-virgin olive oil 1 orange, peeled and cut into pieces 2 cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts chopped In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, kale and radishes. Toss to combine. In a food processor, combine the carrot and cucumber and pulse until finely chopped. With motor running, add the rice vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil. Process for about 1 minute until dressing is well combined. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss. Top with orange pieces and chopped chicken.

There is fresh sweet corn being sold from stands all over.

This time of the year is the best for corn. This next recipe

jazzes the sweet corn up. It also removes it from the ears to combine it; those of you who don’t want the mess of corn on the cob, this recipe will give you the same great flavor without the mess.

Southwestern Sautéed Corn

1 T. unsalted butter 3½ C. fresh corn 1 plum tomato, chopped 1 T. lime juice ½ t. salt ½ t. ground cumin 1/3 C. minced fresh cilantro In a large nonstick skillet, heat the butter over mediumhigh heat. Add the corn and cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Reduce the heat to medium-low; stir in the tomato, lime juice, salt and cumin.

Cook 3-4 minutes longer or until heated through. Remove from heat and stir in the cilantro.

Need a fast and easy dinner recipe that is cool to make?

This stir-fry is a good one for you. It has broccoli and rice, so a salad is all you need. The whole process can be cooked in less than 15 minutes.

Beef Broccoli Stir-Fry

3 T. cornstarch, divided ½ C. plus 2 T. water, divided ½ t. garlic powder 1 lb. boneless round steak, cut into thin 3-inch strips 2 T. oil, divided 4 C. broccoli florets 1 small onion, cut into wedges 1/3 C. soy sauce 2 T. brown sugar 1 t. ground ginger Hot cooked rice In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water and garlic powder until smooth. Add beef and toss. In a large skillet, over medium high heat, stirfry the beef in 1 tablespoon oil until beef is done to your taste. Remove the meat and keep warm.

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Serve over the rice.

Red Raspberries are in season, and this next dessert recipe is for a great cake. It is easy to make because it uses a white cake mix, and it is unique in its preparation. Have a great taste of raspberries with this delicious cake.

Raspberry Cake

5 C. fresh raspberries 1 C. sugar 1 pkg. (3 oz.) Raspberry Flavor Jell-O 3 C. miniature marshmallows 1 pkg. (2-layer) white cake mix 2 C. thawed Cool Whip topping Preheat the oven to 350.

Spread raspberries onto the bottom of a 9 x 13 pan which has been sprayed with cooking spray. Sprinkle with sugar, dry gelatin mix and marshmallows.

Prepare the cake batter as directed on the package; pour over the marshmallows. Bake 1 hour or until the toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely. Serve

topped with Cool Whip topping.

Can you believe it is August already—we finally are having our summer, just in time for school to start! Fair season comes to a close after next week at Warren, and the State Fair is up next. I think sports teams will be getting ready to practice.

Summer is on its downslide.

Barb Wire mentioned to me that people are missing out on some great entertainment and ministry by not coming to Lake LeAqua-Na’s Saturday evening worship service. There have been some great music, so if you are looking for something fun and inspirational on Saturday night at 6:30 p.m., go out to the lake. The Farmer’s Market had to move this past week because of the downtown construction.

I liked it at the Citizen’s Bank parking lot—easier to get in and out of. There were lots of great vegetables and even some apples. Don’t forget to support our local Farmer’s Markets on Saturday mornings. Remember if you have some summer recipes to share, you can contact us in person, by mail, or email us at From Lena’s Kitchens, Shopper’s Guide at 213 S. Center St. or email scoopshopper@rvpublishing.com.

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Illinois Congressional Delegation asks President Obama to issue disaster declaration WASHINGTON D.C. — Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL17) and the other members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation sent a letter to President Obama July 24 asking him to issue a Secretarial Disaster Declaration from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for Illinois counties impacted by heavy rainfall. This would allow farmers in the region severely impacted by flooding to receive low interest emergency USDA loans.

Today’s delegation letter comes in support of Illinois Gov-

ernor Bruce Rauner’s request letter to Secretary Vilsack – sent on Thursday – which cited reports from the Illinois Farm Services Agency of extensive water damage to corn and soybean fields and low projected crop yields.

“Since June 1, excessive rainfall has caused significant damage to Illinois’ crops,” the Members wrote. “On behalf of affected Illinois farmers, we respectfully request that you issue a Secretarial Disaster Declaration and that USDA disaster loans and emergency funding be offered to eligible counties that

have been hurt by these catastrophic weather events.”

The other Illinois Members who sent this letter are: Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL), Representative Mike Bost (R-IL), Representative Danny Davis (D-IL), Representative Rodney Davis (R-IL), Representative Robert Dold (R-IL), Representative Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Representative Bill Foster (D-IL), Representative Luis Gutierrez (D-IL), U.S. Representative Randy Hultgren (R-IL), Representative Adam Kinzinger

mously today and look forward to our effort coming before the full House for consideration.”

The Federal Improper Payments Coordination Act of 2015 is the House companion bill to S. 614, which was introduced in March by Senators Tom Carper (D-DE) and Ron Johnson (R-WI). The bill is designed to strengthen the federal requirements and procedures to identify and prevent improper payments. Other House cosponsors include Congressmen Lynn Westmoreland (GA-3), Gerry Connolly (VA11) and Buddy Carter (GA-1).

Bustos has fought hard to reduce government waste,

fraud and abuse in order to reduce the federal deficit while preserving critical programs on which hard working families, seniors and veterans rely. In April, she introduced the bipartisan Stopping Improper Pay-

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“The federal government makes billions of dollars in improper payments each year, costing taxpayers their hardearned money while undermining the effectiveness of federal programs and services,” said Congresswoman Cheri Bustos.

“This is unacceptable and why I’m continuing my efforts to curb government waste, fraud and abuse by joining with Congressman Mulvaney to put an end to these improper payments once and for all. I am pleased that our bill passed the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform unani-

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Dear Mr. President: We write to support Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner’s request for a Secretarial Disaster Declaration from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for eligible counties in Illinois as a result of the significant damage done to crops by excessive rainfall since June 1, 2015.

Since June 1, excessive rainfall has caused significant damage to Illinois’ crops. At an average of 9.37 inches statewide, June was the second-wettest month on record in Illinois after a statewide average of 9.62 inches in September 1926. Farmers in Illinois have been unable to complete the planting of their crops.

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CHURCH NOTES

PASTOR’S CORNER Wisdom…. or Lack of It?

Dave Offermann St. John’s Lutheran,

LENA — Proverbs 2:1-5 “ My son, if you accept my words and store up my commands within you, turning your ear to wisdom and applying your heart to understanding - indeed, if you call out for insight and cry aloud for understanding, and if you look for it as for silver, and search for it as for hidden treasure, then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.” Last week one of my brothers and I took our families for a mini vacation to St. Louis.

While we had planned some cool activities, the highlight for our children each day was found in the hotel pool. As parents we regularly fielded the question, “When can we go swimming?” Late one evening, we took the kids down for a short swim forty five minutes before the pool closed. What we found was a rowdy bunch of teenagers, loud shouts, arguments, tipped over pool furniture and careless behaviour that could possibly endanger other swimmers. Our pool time was cut short that evening.

When we returned the next day, the pool was closed and it remained closed for the rest of our stay. Apparently someone had thrown many handfuls of gravel into the pool, which was subsequently sucked up into the pool’s filter system. While we didn’t see this actually occur, I’m reasonably confident I know what took place.

Ninety five degree weather and eighty five per cent humidity made that pool a nice place to hang out. Those young adults demonstrated a complete lack of foresight, embodied the opposite of wisdom, and applied little understanding of the future consequences related to their actions. Adult guests all over that hotel ended up dealing with disappointed children.

While Solomon’s words certainly applied in that situation, they can apply in a much broader way to our families and our culture. Increasingly our leaders, whether it be leaders in the family, or leaders of our

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nation, are failing to turn their ears to the wisdom that comes from the knowledge of God. Nationally we have applauded efforts to redefine God’s institution of marriage. We have turned a deaf ear to the cries of thousands aborted children. We have allowed a bankrupt policy of political correctness to stifle the impact of Christian people seeking to live, speak, and act according to God’s direction. In some cases, family leaders have failed to expose their children to God’s Word. We have failed to consistently make worship one of our top priorities. We have been inconsistent in our own faith life and, therefore; we are raising children confused about their relationship with God. These decisions remind me of the short sighted, self-focused teens in the story above. Teens who had little ability to think through the future outcome of the decisions they were currently making. Whether it be on the Supreme Court or our own home court, what will be the implications of failing to turn our hearts to understanding and our ears to His wisdom.

Fortunately, Solomon reminds us that all we need to do is act. Reach out to God in His Word. Call out for insight and pray earnestly for understanding. If we pursue relationship to God with the same passion we would use if we were in search of hidden treasure, then he reassures us we will come to a much deeper understanding and knowledge of God in our lives, an understanding that begins with the great love Christ showed to us on a simple cross. I would bet that you would find that even more satisfying than sitting by a pool on a hot summer day.

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PEARL CITY —You’re welcome to join us on for worship on Sunday, August 2 at 9 a.m. led by Pastor Ekstrand. Fellowship hour will follow worship. The Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet at 10:15 a.m. after worship.

The SPLAT Youth and Family picnic will be held on Wednesday, July 29 at 6-9 p.m. at the home or Beth and Brent Schneider. Please bring a dish to pass, swim suit & towel. Hot dogs, brats, burgers & lemonade will be provided. We will be welcoming our new fifth graders & wishing our college bound youth good luck on their new journeys. There will be games, swimming & fun!!

The 5 Quarter Youth Group (7-8 grades) will meet on Wednesday, July 29 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The Genesis Youth Group (high school) will meet on Friday, July 31st from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Both youth groups meet in the Youth and Family Center.

The next Brat Stand will be held on August 1st adjacent to the Pearl City Post Office. The brat stand includes a bratwurst or hot dog sandwich, chips and drinks.

You’re invited to St. John’s to play Mexican Train Dominoes on Tuesday, August 4 from 9 to 11:45 a.m. Join in on the fun!

You don’t have to know how to play, to join in. Mexican Train Dominoes will be played in Luther Hall.

Attention Women!! Interested in a day gathering and a bible study? The WELCA Northwest Conference Summer Retreat Bible Study will be held on August 6 at St. John’s with Pastor Ekstrand leading the bible study. We will be serving coffee and coffee cakes in the morning and a salad luncheon at noon. The day will end about 2 p.m. We still

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AWANA-Wednesdays 5:30 p.m.

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need salads donated for lunch (you may donate a salad even if you are unable to attend).

See the bulletin board to sign up for the event and/or to bring a salad. All women are invited to attend.

Ladies Night Out/Annual meeting of the Women’s Gathering will be held on August 26 in Luther Hall. The menu will be pork loin with apple chutney sauce (side), Au-gratin potatoes, tossed greens with vinaigrette, salted caramel brownie, lemon pudding pie and beverage for $10 including tax and tip. A musical/ comedy skit titled, “Is There a Doctor in the House?” will be the entertainment provided by the St. John’s players. Come and laugh with us. Sign-up on the bulletin board by Thursday,

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TICKETS AVAILABLE: We have some tickets available for “The Talented Templetons” at White Pines in Oregon on Thursday, October 15. The tickets are $29 which includes a buffet lunch with beverage, dessert, tax, gratuity and the performance. We will carpool from the church at 10:45 a.m. and return at approximately 4 p.m. “The Talented Templetons” are a family of Mom, Dad and their nine children harmonizing and playing a variety of instruments. The family showcases their abilities through country favorites, bluegrass, gospel, classics, old time tunes, Celtic reels and jigs. The deadline has been

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In case of inclement weather the concert and ice cream social will be held inside the church.

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Continued from page 9 moved up to September 13 or when all 40 tickets have been paid for. There is a sign-up on the bulletin board. Please make checks to St. John’s Women’s Gathering and give to Lynda Palmer, Kris Eden or Karen Bremmer. Members and guests are welcome to join us.

Don’t forget to take Flat Jesus with you on your summer activities or trips. You may find a copy of our Flat Jesus on the website at http://www. stjohnspearlcity.org/flat-jesusproject or there are additional copies on the table by the office. The Flat Jesus project is for all to participate in!

Check out the new, St. John’s website at www.StJohnsPearlCity.org. You may view it on your mobile device and see what’s going on at St. John’s.

Willow/Kent United Methodist Churches

STOCKTON-Willow/ Kent UMC will worship together Sunday, Aug 2, at 9 a.m. at Willow UMC. Pastor Brenda Morris will be giving the message and all are welcome and invited. Communion-sharing the Lords Supper together and all are invited and welcome!

Also to stay for the fellowship following.

Sunday School is at 10:30 a.m. studying from the lessons in the Upper Room Devotional. All are welcome and invited to this time too.

Willow UMC is located about 7 miles SE of Stockton IL on Willow Rd. For more information, please call 815-6016742

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Friday Aug. 7th Seafood Buffet – 6-9 p.m.

Saturday Aug. 8th “Play it Forward” Annual Fundraiser

Call to sign up your golf team! Along with Scout Magazine we invite you to help us raise funds for our area Art and Music programs. Lots of food and drink, great golf, entertainment, and a silent auction!

Every Friday evening at 6 p.m. Couples Golf!

Enjoy an evening of golf with a discounted dinner and entertainment to follow!

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Outdoor Worship Service Sunday at Dodd’s Park LENA — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church invites the community to join them for a special outdoor worship service on August 2nd, at Dodd’s Park, Lena, IL, at 10:00 am. All are invited to this special Outdoor Sunday Service. Vacation Bible Sschool children and volunteers will offer special music for worship from the Bible School theme LIVE IT UP! LUAU! “I have come that they may have life and have it to the full! - John 10:10. Following the service we will share a potluck meal and have fun with games for all ages.

On Tuesday August 4th the Faith Circle will lead a Bible

Study at the Lena Living Center at 1:00pm. On Wednesday August 5th at 8:00am the Piece Corps Quilters will work together to craft quilts for Lutheran World Relief. They are always looking for more people to help tie quilts and sew. No previous quilting experience is necessary.

Come join the fun and make a difference in the world!

From 9am to 2pm on Wednesday Good Shepherd will host a “Wild Wednesday” for children K-8th grade and high school mentors. We will be playing mini-golf, eating a sack lunch, playing games, and learning more about the love of Jesus!

Sign up by Sunday August 2nd

Wesley UMC hosts Hero Headquarters Vacation Bible School LENA — Hero Headquarters is coming to Wesley United Methodist Church. Please save the dates of August 3-7 from 6 to 8 p.m. for the 2015 vacation Bible school, where kids join forces with God. All kids age 3 thru 6 grade completion are invited to attend.

Each day kids will participate in large-group excitement at Hero Headquarters, experience God’s word to amazing Bible heroes, create “power projects”, enjoy super snacks, play action games and sing some awesome songs. And through it all, they’ll learn that with God’s power they can make a difference in

the lives of the people around them! Kids will be challenged to be heroes who do the unexpected, take action, step out on faith, save the day and stand for truth!

Kids won’t want to miss this exciting, challenging, super-fun VBS program! The actual classes will be Monday thru Thursday with an offering taken during the opening to show their “super power” of kids being able to help other kids in need.

Then on Friday there will be a closing program and potluck/ picnic.

if you are interested in joining in on the fun! Call: 815-369-5552.

In the evening on Wednesday August 5th at 7:00 pm Good Shepherd will host an informal summer worship service in the fellowship hall. All are welcome to this Summer Wednesday Worship service! It is for youth and adults of all ages. The theme is Kingdom Community, and the worship services include video clips, discussion, and contemporary worship music. It is a chance to gather together, to sing praises to God, to pray, to hear the Word of God, and to connect that Word to your everyday lives.

On Thursday August 6th the women of WELCA will be attending the Northwest Women Conference Summer Retreat at St. John’s in Pearl City, IL. On Friday August 7th the Mission Trip Team leaves for a Mission Trip to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota.

While in Pine Ridge, the team will help with service projects and a children’s ministry, learn from the Lakota people, share the love of Jesus in word and action, and will bring offerings donated from the Lena community. The team has been collecting bicycles, diapers, tools, pillar candles, quilts, and gift cards (Walmart, Family Dollar, Shell, and Sinclair) to bring to those in need in Pine Ridge. The team asks for prayer support for the week ahead.

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Mark Haman, from the Unitarian Universalist Church of Stockton, presents a check for $178.88 to Wendy Holman of Purr-Fection Cat Shelter. The funds were raised by the church’s Change for Future program.

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Hanover student named to U of I Dean’s list IOWA CITY, Iowa — Tara Slade of Hanover is named to University of Iowa Dean’s List for the 2015 spring semester.

Undergraduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering, and the Tippie College of Business who achieve a grade point average of 3.50 or higher on 12 semester hours or more of UI graded course work during a

U of I Extension announces Brittany Koch Scholarship winners

Area student named to University of WisconsinMilwaukee dean’s list MILWAUKEE, Wis. — The following individual is named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for the Spring 2015 semester: Lisa Marie Schmidt, Information Studies Undergrad Pearl City, IL UWM is the second largest university in the State of Wisconsin, with approximately 28,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

UW-Platteville awards spring semester diplomas PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — The University of WisconsinPlatteville awarded diplomas to more than 700 graduates after the spring 2015 semester.

Commencement ceremonies were held May 8-9 on Bo Ryan Court in Williams Fieldhouse, and the university has now officially certified the graduation Photo submitted list. Area students receiving Lena-Winslow High School diplomas are: 2015 graduate Joseph Kiresten Bauer, PsycholWerkheiser received the Brittany Koch memorial scholarship for his academic and personal achievements and for his experiences in 4-H. He is the son of Jon and Ruth Werkheiser of Lena. He has two brothers and one sister and is an 11-year member of the Lena Live Wires 4-H Club.

ects at the fair the most. Joe’s favorites include pizza, rock music, and spending time with computers. His favorite book is Ready Player One; favorite movie is Dark Knight; and favorite sports team is the Chicago Blackhawks. Joe plans to attend Northern Illinois University to study in Computer Engineering. Werkheiser stated, “4-H has taught me leadership and volunteering skills and has shown me how important teamwork is.” He plans to stay involved with 4-H by helping as a volunteer in his club.

Stockton Elementary schedules summer classes

STOCKTON — Stockton Elementary School will hold summer school classes Monday through Thursday, August 3-6 and 10-13. Classes are held 8:30 to 10:30 am. Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle. Summer school teachers will provide fun activities in reading and math to help students get a jumpstart on the coming school year. Registration forms are available on the school website: www.stocktonschools.com or at the elementary office. If you have already registered your child, no further paper work is needed.

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LENA — Two $250 scholarships will be awarded to 4-H members in memory of Brittany Koch. These two individuals should be commended for their academic and personal achievements and experiences in 4-H, school, places of employment, volunteer groups, community service activities, and committees.

The 2015 recipients are Malia Spellman of Freeport and Joseph Werkheiser of Lena.

Malia is a 2015 graduate of Freeport High School and the daughter of Mark and Amy Spellman of Freeport. She has one brother, is a member of the Freeport Firecrackers 4-H Club and has participated in 4-H for 7 years. “I have learned to put other people’s needs before my own and will miss meeting people through 4-H” says Spellman. “Being the 4-H Camp photographer for two years is one of my favorite memories.” Spellman plans to attend Highland Community College in the fall for one year and then transfer to the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design to pursue a career in photography and open her own business. Malia’s favorites include sushi, photography, listening to rap music, going to Chicago Blackhawks games and watching The Breakfast Club movie.

Malia plans to stay involved with 4-H through volunteering at events.

Joe is a 2015 graduate of Lena-Winslow High School and the son of Jon and Ruth Werkheiser of Lena. He has two brothers and one sister and is an 11-year member of the Lena Live Wires 4-H Club.

When asked what his favorite memory of 4-H is, he said, “going to the 4-H National Congress last year in Atlanta, Georgia.” He also stated that of all the 4-H activities, he will miss exhibiting his 4-H proj-

given semester or summer session and who have no semester hours of I (incomplete) or O (no grade reported) during the same semester are recognized by inclusion on the Dean’s List for that semester.

Approximately 4,000 students were named to the UI Dean’s List for the 2015 spring semester.

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Scales Mound student receives Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Upper Iowa University FAYETTE, IA — Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce Whitney Kieffer from Scales Mound, IL, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting in May. Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs to more than 5,800 students, nationally and internationally, at its Fayette campus.

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With 8,900 undergraduate and graduate students, UW-Platteville is the fastest-growing comprehensive institution in the UW System. Students may choose from 41 majors, 76 minors and 17 pre-professional programs. The Distance Education program offers two undergraduate and six graduate

programs.

Spring 2015 University of Dubuque Dean’s List DUBUQUE,, Iowa — The University of Dubuque congratulates the following students on being appointed to the Spring Semester 2015 Academic Dean’s List: Sandra Shaw of Elizabeth, I , Rebecca Diffenderfer, Melissa Wagner of Lena, IL, Laura Melville and Abigail Sesker of Pearl City, IL, Tevan Campbell, Savanna, IL and Emily Langfield, Kirsten Townsend, Kelsey Wright and Kristin Wright of Stockton, IL To be named to the dean’s list, a student must earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale for that semester.

The University of Dubuque, founded in 1852, is a private, coeducational, professional University with a focus in the liberal arts.

The Stockton Fireworks Celebration was again a huge success and it could not get done without the support of area residents and businesses. The Stockton Fireworks committee would like to thank you and the following donors. Without all of this help and cooperation, the event would not be able to take place. Thank you!

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AG Madigan calls on phone carriers to offer call-blocking technology CHICAGO — Attorney General Lisa Madigan today called on five major phone companies to offer call-blocking technology to their customers. In a joint letter to the chief executives of the carriers, Madigan and 43 other state attorneys general highlighted a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rule clarification that allows the phone companies to offer customers the ability to block unwanted calls. The clarification also verifies that federal law does not prohibit offering the services.

In the letter to AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, T-Mobile and CenturyLink, the attorneys general stated, “Every year, our offices are flooded with consumer complaints pleading for a

solution to stop intrusive robocalls. Your companies are now poised to offer your customers the help they need. We urge you to act without delay.”

Despite coordinated efforts

by Madigan’s office, other state attorneys general and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Illinois residents continue to report robocalls to their homes, even when residents have placed their numbers on the FTC’s “Do Not Call” registry. The calls frequently originate from scammers in foreign countries, using technology to hide their location and identity, which makes enforcement efforts against them difficult.

In response to this problem, phone carriers had previously claimed they could not offer

FREEPORT — Highland Community College is seeking nominations for its 21st annual Distinguished Alumni Awards.

Recipients will be honored during the Foundation’s meeting in October.

“The Foundation is looking for persons who have demonstrated community leadership, professional achievement, made their start at Highland College, and believe in the mission of the community college and higher education,” said Pat Dunn, coordinator of the Distinguished Alumni Awards program and the Foundation’s director of operations.

Nominees do not have to currently live in the Highland District. The Foundation’s Alumni Development Com-

mittee will review the nominations and select the award recipients. Nominees with an earned degree are preferred, although nominees who have taken some classes at HCC or participated in the Leadership Forum or Leadership Institute will also be considered.

Since the award’s inception in 1995, the HCC Foundation and Highland Community College have recognized over 100 individuals as Distinguished Alumni.

Deadline for submission of nomination forms is September 1, 2015. Contact Pat Dunn at the HCC Foundation office at 815.599.3413 or foundation@ highland.edu. The nomination form is also located at www. highland.edu/foundation.

Highland Community College Foundation seeks distinguished alums

call-blocking services. At a July 2013 hearing before a Senate subcommittee, representatives from the US Telecom Association and the Cellular Telephone Industries Association (CTIA) testified that “legal barriers prevent carriers from implementing advanced callblocking technology to reduce the number of unwanted telemarketing calls.”

“The FCC has now made it clear that phone companies can help consumers avoid these unwanted, annoying, and sometimes expensive calls,” Madigan said. “We will continue to press these phone carriers to give their customers what they have been asking for – a way to stop these calls before they ever come through.”

Madigan said call-blocking options already exist for Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone service (NoMoRobo. com) and Android cell phones

(Call Control), and the phone carriers should move quickly to implement and inform their consumers of these options.

Last September, Madigan and 38 attorneys general called on the FCC to allow phone companies to utilize call-blocking technologies. The FCC chairman endorsed the request in late May, and the FCC voted to pass the rule clarification on June 18.

Joining Madigan in signing today’s letter are the attorneys general of Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South

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Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming and the District of Columbia.

The letter is Madigan’s latest step to address the growing problem of robocalls targeting Illinois residents. Previously, the Attorney General called on four leading U.S. phone carriers to implement call-blocking technology. And in 2011, she led an effort to defeat federal legislation that would allow phone carriers to place automated robocalls on cell phones and force customers to pay for the unwanted calls.

Madigan encouraged Illinois residents to better protect themselves from unwanted calls by signing up for the FTC’s Do Not Call registry. To register, visit https://donotcall. gov/register/reg.aspx or call 1-888-382-1222 (TTY: 1-866290-4236).

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Monroe Clinic Volunteers awarded $9,500 in scholarships to area students. Pictured in the front row is Elise Rossing, Elena Schoeller, Abby DeMus; back row is Evan Schultz, Tanner Zimmerman, Emily Frankowski. Recipients not pictured: Claire Legault, Jeffrey Liles, and Ashley Ehrler.

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Monroe Clinic branch recipients are Tanner Zimmerman and Elena Schoeller.

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Applicants are required to have a GPA of 3.25 or higher and are evaluated on citizenship, need and pursuit of a degree or certificate in the healthcare field. Recipients of the scholarships must either live within an area serviced by a Monroe Clinic branch or have a parent who is employed by the organization. Each application is reviewed by a scholarship committee.

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Elizabeth Community Fair

Charlie and Lily Siegner came out from Shannon, IL with their mom to see the Fantasy Truck Pull at the Elizabeth Community Fair.

The crowd couldn’t resist the charms of these three lovely young ladies when they took the stage during the Elizabeth Community Fair queen competition.

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Bases Wild Entertainment of Stockton provided an assortment of inflatable slides and bounce houses for the kids at the Elizabeth Community Fair.

Public Notice Correction Stockton School District Weed management control will take place at Stockton Track during the week of August 2, 2015.

An error was made on the last notice.

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Elizabeth Community Fair

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The pit area was busy and buzzing with anticipation before the heats began at Saturday night’s edition of the Fantasy Truck Pull at the ninety-fifth annual Elizabeth Community Fair.

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River Ridge CUSD board holds July meeting

LEGALS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JO DAVIESS COUNTY GALENA, ILLINOIS Dubuque Bank and Trust PLAINTIFF Vs. Anthony J. Natale; Illinois Bank & Trust; The Galena Territory Association, Inc.; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 15 CH 00020 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Anthony J. Natale Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT ELEVEN (11) IN SHENANDOAH UNIT NO. 9 OF BRANIGAR’S THE GALENA TERRITORY, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE, JO DAVIESS COUNTY ON DECEMBER 3, 1974 IN BOOK 14 OF PLATS, PAGE 43, ALL IN JO DAVIESS COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 246 Blackhawk Trace Galena, IL 61036 and which said Mortgage was made by: Anthony J. Natale the Mortgagor(s), to Galena State Bank & Trust Co., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Jo Daviess County, Illinois, as Document No. 334322; 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.

NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Sharon Wand Clerk of the Circuit Court Jo Daviess County Courthouse 330 N. Bench Street Galena, IL 61036 on or before August 21, 2015, 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. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES,

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TOWNSHIP OF RUSH Bid Proposal for Ultra Low Sulfur Premium #2 B5 Biodiesel and Ultra Low Sulfur Premium #1 B5 Biodiesel The Township of Rush will open sealed bids at the Rush Town Hall, 2999 North Canyon Park Road, Stockton, IL 61085, at 7:30 P.M. August 11, 2015 to supply ultra-low sulfur on road premium #2 B5 biodiesel, and ultra-low sulfur on road premium #1 B5 biodiesel for the township’s use. The bid price should include State Motor Fuel Tax and will be a fixed price for one calendar year on the following estimated annual quantities: 4,500 gallons ultra-low sulfur premium #2 B5 biodiesel and 2,000 gallons ultra-low sulfur premium #1 B5 biodiesel. The annual consumption for each fuel is an estimate only and the Township reserves the right to purchase only the quantities necessary, whether more or less than the estimated amount. Bids will be awarded to one supplier based upon total cost for all fuel. The successful bidder must furnish the Township of Rush with a current certificate of liability insurance.

Specifications may be obtained by contacting Diane Rogers, Township of Rush Supervisor, 5210 N. Fiedler Road, Warren, IL 61087. Cell# 608558-2622.

Invoices are to be sent to Jase J. McGivney, Township of Rush Highway Commissioner, 221 North Bradshaw Road, STOCKTON, IL 61085.

Each invoice shall include stamped/printed meter tickets generated by the fuel meter on the delivery truck at the time of delivery to verify the billed quantities.

The Township of Rush Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive technicalities.

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RIVER RIDGE — At its regular July meeting the River Ridge Community Unit School District #210 Board of Education heard a detailed presentation of the programs available and goals for the future from Nancy Jogerst, Jo Daviess Carroll Career Technical Education Academy director and Jo Daviess County Coalition of Obesity Prevention spokesperson Julie Bryan, explained that program.

The board accepted the following bids for the 2015-2016 school year: Baraboo Sysco Foods Services and US Foods for cafeteria commodities as per lowest unit price Baraboo Sysco Foods Service, US Foods and ECOLab to provide paper and/or cleaning products (used in food service area) as per lowest unit price Bimbo Bakeries USA,

Dubuque, IA to provide bread/ bakery products Prairie Farms Dairy, Dubuque, IA to provide milk/ dairy products Elizabeth Garage, Elizabeth, IL for oil, oil filters, repair services, hourly shop rate and wrecker calls Saunders Oil, Warren, IL for unleaded fuel, #1 clear diesel fuel and 5% bio diesel.

The board also employed Stacy Kloss as Early Child

Care Instructor for the 20152016 school year, Elizabeth Grissinger as para-professional, Lloyd Haas as freshman girls’ basketball coach and Tara Ketelsen as MS volleyball coach and said the interview process will begin for the Culinary Arts position.

In addition, high school graduation has been set for Sunday, May 29, at 1 p.m.

8 grade promotion will be part of MS Awards Day.

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The trees will be shipped postpaid between October 15 and December 10, depending on the right time for planting in each member’s area. The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge.

“Colorado blue spruce trees provide homeowners with numerous benefits,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “They can be used as an energy-saving windbreak, for privacy, as ornamental trees, and even as living Christmas trees out in the yard.

They truly provide year-round beauty for any landscape.”

New members of the Arbor Day Foundation will also receive The Tree Book, which includes information about tree planting and care, and a subscription to Arbor Day, the Foundation’s bimonthly publication.

To receive the free Colorado blue spruce trees, send a $10 membership contribution to: Ten Free Blue Spruces, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE 68410, by August 31, 2015, or join online at arborday.org/august.

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SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois National Guard has learned that individuals claiming they are the Illinois National Guard have been telephoning the public soliciting donations.

It is against Department of Defense regulations for the Illinois National Guard and all other entities under DOD to ask for donations of any kind.

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Winslow plans Antique Days Aug. 7, 8 sandwiches, brats, and homemade ice cream and pie will be available from noon unto 3 p.m.

Besides the daily scheduled events, there will be displays of antique tractors, engines, cars, trucks, and military equipment.

Also on tap are a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle. There will be a lodge primitive encampment

near Ivey pond, complete with pre-1840 dress and demonstrations portraying life during the Blackhawk Indian Days.

Winners of the raffle and silent auction will be announced at 3 p.m. Winners need not be presented to win. The antique days are jointly sponsored by the historical museum and American Legion of Winslow.

BENTON AUCTION BARN Jerry and Kay Carlen House-Hold Hold McCarthy Estate

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Tract 1: 120 Acres +/– P.I. 136.2 — NO BUILDINGS Tax I.D. #’s 06-10-01-100-002 Total Taxes $2,980.10 For complete listing of sale bill, maps, soil maps, photos, tax info, terms & conditions, etc. go to www.lennybrysonauctioneer.com For Information Contact: Lenny Bryson – Auctioneer 900 South Division Ave

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WINSLOW — If there isn’t something for everyone at Winslow’s upcoming Winslow Antique Days, there certainly should be enough food to, well, to coin a cliché, feed an army.

The two-day celeb ration kicks off Friday, Aug. 7, at noon when the flea market opens in downtown Winslow.

Ken Burma should be contact regarding questions about the market. A community ice cream social runs from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, featuring homemade ice cream, barbecues, macaroni salad, chips, baked beans, pie, and cake. The Prairie Thunder Cloggers will perform at 7:30 p.m. Activities are at 606 Bridge Street, Winslow, right in front of the historical museum, which will be open both days.

A military field kitchen will be used to prepare the Saturday breakfast, which runs from 7 to 10 a.m. Featured will be biscuits and gravy, sausage links, scrambled eggs, applesauce, and drinks. Advance tickets are $7 each and may be purchased at Community Bank in Winslow. Tickets at the breakfast are $8.00 each.

The flea market opens again at 8 a.m. Saturday, and Del Heins and Winslow’s Jerry Hastings will perform from 9 until noon. Pork chip and

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Orangeville pre-participation sport screenings st Monroe Clinic

MONROE, Wis. — With school athletics, summer leagues and athletic camps coming up, it’s time for students to get a pre-participation screening. These screenings help address any health issues or injuries that could be corrected during the summer months in preparation for the next sports season.

Monroe Clinic-Orangeville will host pre-participation screenings on Tuesday, July 28 from 5-6:30 p.m.. No appointment needed. The cost is $20 cash, credit or check payable at time of screening. Insurance is not billed.

Pre-participation screenings do not replace complete physicals. To fully address adolescent health issues, incoming ninth grade students are not eligible to receive a pre-participation screening and should receive a full school physical.

The American Academy of Pediatrics and The American Academy of Family Physicians recommend that children and adolescents receive a routine health exam every two years after kindergarten. There are also a variety of state and school requirements for routine and sports physicals.

Pre-participation sport screenings at Monroe Clinic-Lena July 29 MONROE, Wis. — With school athletics, summer leagues and athletic camps coming up, it’s time for students to get a pre-participation screening.

These screenings help address any health issues or injuries that could be corrected during the summer months in preparation for the next sports season.

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Planetary Studies Foundation Plant nutrients are on to host Blue event the radar here in Illinois Moon ELIZABETH — Come join

FREEPORT — With the new issues are being worked on Illinoismemory Nutrient Reduction throughout the state. the Stagey to go into place soon, John Musser will talk about Jean Payne from the Illinois how Stephenson Service Fertilizer and Chemical Asso- Company has been using the ofwill your loved NWatch program to see how ciation be coming to speakones. on the issues. The meeting will nitrogen is working in the corn take place on Aug 6th at 7:00 fields in Jo Daviess and Stepm at the Stephenson County phenson counties. ranite Monuments Farm Bureau building in FreeThis meeting is sponsored port. Her talk will be around by the Jo Daviess County Ag esigns the use of the 4R (Right source Coalition, the Jo Daviess Counrate Right time Right ty Farm Bureau, and the StegRight place) and how water quality phenson County Farm Bureau.

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ROCKFORD — How many ways do we use corn? Explore the many facets of this incredibly versatile plant (and newly named state vegetable) during Getting’ Corny on Friday, July 31 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

At Getting’ Corny visitors can manufacture biodegradable plastic, invent a popcorn topping, concoct a non-Newtonian fluid, witness ethanol explosions, sample sugars, make a-maizeing art and even take part in corny math! Members of the Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau will be on hand with even more a-maizeing activities! All activities are included with Discovery Center admis-

sion.

Getting’ Corny is part of Discovery Center’s summer Family Friday series. Family Fridays focus on a specific subject matter and then explore that subject through various means, including activities, demonstrations, make-and-take projects, performances and the like.

All activities are included with general admission to Discovery Center. General admission: $8 adults; $8 children ages 2-17; free to Discovery Center Members and children age 1 and younger. Family Fridays are made possible by presenting sponsor Meijer with additional support from the Illinois Arts Council, a State Agency.

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The American Academy of Pediatrics and The American Academy of Family Physicians recommend that children and adolescents receive a routine health exam every two years after kindergarten. There are also a variety of state and school requirements for routine and sports physicals.

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542 S WARD ST Friday July 31st 8-4 & Saturday August 1st 8-12 baby items (bouncy seat, walker, pack n play, etc.), boys clothes (size 8-10) girls clothes (size 10-12), desks, home decorating, kitchen ware, women’s & men’s clothing, porcelain dolls and lots more. All priced to sell!

584 S WARD ST table saws, drill press on wheels, tools, chain saw, ladders, fans, knick knacks, drills, wire srtic welder, tool chest, sand blaster, jack stands, stereo speakers, sander’s table, sander, saw horses, much more for men to look at and buy all reasonable. Open Friday July 31st 9a.m.-6p.m. ONLY 804 S MAPES RD boys clothes newborn to 4T, many toys, baby items, kitchen items (pots and pans, dishes, etc.) All items priced to sell!

535 WEST MAPLE Garage/moving sale. Barbara Buck Santa, oak barrister book cases, oak filing cabinets, leather chair, TV, craft books, patterns, supplies & fabric, Elna Serger, oak dinning room set, antique hand work, new small appliances, dishes, misc. kitchen, cook books, treadmill, ladies clothes, folding tables, linens lots & lots of good misc.

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Other Services Offered DIRECTV STARTING AT $19.99/ MO. FREE Installation. FREE 3 Months of HBO, SHOWTIME, CINEMAX, STARZ. FREE HD/ DVR Upgrade! 2015 NFL Sunday Ticket Included (Select Packages) New Customers Only. Call 1-800-269-4217 (MCN) DISH NETWORK - $19 Special, includes FREE Premium Movie Channels (HBO, Showtime, Cinemax and Starz) and Blockbuster at home for 3 months. Free installation and equipment. Call NOW! 1-866-820-4030 (MCN)

AUTO INSURANCE Starting at $25/Month! Call 877-929-4394 (MCN)

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FIND THE RIGHT CARPET, FLOORING & Window Treatments. Ask about our 50% off specials & our Low Price Guarantee. Offer Expires Soon. Call now 888-899-5481 (MCN)

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Apartments 3 BDR APT IN PEARL CITY with washer dryer, refrigerator & stove, 815-443-2690.

IN LENA 1BDR ground floor apartment. Appliances furnished. $335/mo 815-369-2827 Lena apartments available August 1st: Beautiful 1 bedroom upper duplex with garage and a roomy lower 2 bedroom near downtown. Both $400/mo, no smoking or pets. Visit upmanninvestments.com (608) 214-1850 LENA COZY 3 BED apartment with air and laundry. $475/mo, no pets, mid August. 608-214-1850 Visit upmanninvestments.com.

STOCKTON 1BDR 2nd floor apt with appliances & some furniture. off street parking, convenient, quiet location within walking distance of center Stockton. No pets or smoking. References required $500/mo. incl. utilities Call Judy Baber 815-947-2944 Upper 2 bedroom downtown Stockton. Appliances include stove, refrig, AC, w & d. Nice and bright. Newer windows and gas forced air heat. $335.00 plus deposit. No pets. 815-369-4334 WINSLOW TWO 2 BDR APTS $325 & $350/mo. Deposit & references required. Stove & refrigerator furnished. No pets. 815-3691043

Other Real Estate PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper 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 1-900669-9777. The toll-free tele phone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

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Electronics

412 OAK ST LENA Thur 30 & Fri 319-4 antiques, dressers, tables, housewares, kitchenwares, garden items, antique peddle tractor, misc. 815-757-4385

DIRECTTV Starting at $19.99/ mo FREE Installation FREE 3 Months of HBO SHOWTIME CINEMAX starz. FREE HD/DVR Upgrade! 2015 NFL Sunday Ticket Included (Select Packages) New Customers Only. CALL 1-800-614-8506

Lena Garage Sales 409 OAK ST Sat. Aug. 1st.

8-3p.m., Boyd’s bears, bikes, albums, chairs, 3/4 bed w/o mattress, lawnmower & snow blower that need work, lawn chairs, TV stand & lots of misc.

476 LIONS DR baby toys, bike, baby swing, fish tank, clothes, books and many other items. Fri. July 31 & Sat. Aug. 1st 8-4p.m.

Announcements DISCLAIMER NOTICE This publication does not knowingly accept fraudulent or deceptive advertising. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all ads, especially those asking for money in advance.

FOR ASSISTANCE AT THE STOCKTON FOOD PANTRY

Call Darlene 947-3624, Sally 947-3239, Bonnie 947-3793, Sharon 218-556-3822, or Ilene at 947-3797 156411 156551

STOCKTON 3 BEDROOM 2 1/2 bath home, $750mo., $750 security deposit. 815-519-7742

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He loves it.

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Deadline is 4:00 p.m. on Fridays.

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Misc. For Sale SAMSUNG WINDOW, A/C Amana microwave, Pet taxi 10-15lbs., laundry sink w/ cabinet & faucet W30, D25, H30 815-369-9926

Notice CLASSIFIED IN-COLUMN ADS cannot be credited or refunded after the ad has been placed.

Ads canceled before deadline will be removed from the paper as a service to our customers, but no credit or refund will be issued to your account.

Personals MEET SINGLES RIGHT NOW! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 800-3574970 (MCN)

Wanted to Buy CASH FOR SEALED, UNEXPIRED DIABETIC TEST STRIPS or STOP SMOKING PRODUCTS! Make money and help others! Top prices, free shipping, 24 hr payments and friendly service! Call 1-888-440-4001 or TestStripSearch.com (MCN) WANT TO PURCHASE Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send Details To: PO Box 13557, Denver CO 80201

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ATVs/Golf Carts 2008 POLARIS SPORTSMAN 300 ATV 26 hours-like new condition, on-demand AWD, cargo rack, asking $ 2,700, 262-2107528.

2011 POLARIS 500 ATV Excellent condition, AWD, front winch, rear cargo rack, snowplow attachment included. $4500. 262.843.1843.

KAWASAKI MULE 4X4 TRANS 52 hours, like new, paid $11,000 asking $7,500 Call 414-801-0354.

2008 TOYOTA YARIS 40 mi per gallon, great shape, runs good, $5,800 Call 262-206-2302.

2012 TOYOTA COROLLA S 4 dr, great condition, low miles $12,600 Call 414-559-6225.

CARS FOR TROOPS! DONATE YOUR CAR and help the military charity of your choice. Fast, free pickup. Tax Deductible. Call Now! 800-955-1628 (MCN)

Automobiles Wanted

CARS/TRUCKS WANTED! Top $$$$$ PAID! Running or Not, All Years, Makes, Models. Free Tow1987 OLDSMOBILE TORONA- ing! We’re Local! 7 Days/Week.

DO V6 FWD. Car show beauty. Call Toll Free: 1-888-416-2330 New factory wheels, new tires. $2500. 847-987-7669 CASH FOR CARS: All Cars/ Trucks Wanted. Running or 1994 FIREBIRD Trans Am GT, Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come 25th Anniversary Edition, fully To You! Any Make/Model. Call loaded w/62K miles, $10,500, For Instant Offer: 1-800-864contact Nick 262-949-4434 5960 1995 GRAN PRIX clean, good CASH FOR CARS: Any Make, tires, new stereo 88,300mi. Model or Year. We Pay MORE! $1,100 OBO 815-275-6190 Running or Not Sell your Car 1996 CHEVY CAPRICE 4 door, or Truck TODAY Free Towing! black, LT-1 engine. Performance/ Instant Offer: 1-888-420-3805 towing package. Leather in- (MCN) terior. Power windows. Power DONATE YOUR CAR TRUCK door locks. Aluminum wheels, OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR new spare tire w/new aluminum THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, wheel. 12 extra tires & rims, used. Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All 2 new snow tires on rims. Very Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1-800well maintained, have records. 283-0205 (MCN) Engine & drive train in very good condition. 128k miles. $2,800 Donate Your Car to Veterans ToOBO. (262) 492-0228 day! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% 1998 CADILLAC DEVILLE Gold, tax deductible. Call 1-800-6564dr, 99,850 miles, runs good. nice 1632 body. $2400 obo. (262)248-5770 GET CASH TODAY for any car/ 1999 JEEP GR CHEEROKE fully truck. I will buy your car today. Any loaded, $3,200 OBO Call 262- Condition. Call 1-800-864-5796 210-9831 or 262-716-1380. or www.carbuyguy.com 2000 FORD VX 2 212k, runs & drives good, new fuel tank, needs clutch & rear brakes, $625 OBO 262-806-2463.

1986 RANGER & ACL LOT 2000 GMC BLACK SUV all $4000 Runs great- sold as is. wheel drive, 120k, $4,000 OBO Many extras. 2010 T/M, 05-150 Merc. built in batt. charger, 5 bladCall 262-539-2414. ed prop, etc. 630-292-8015 2000 LINCOLN Navigator, 120k miles, black w/gray leather inte- 1991 SEA RAY 17FT open bow. rior, new tires, headlights. Very 125 hp, IO, w/trailer & accessonice condition. Call for details ries. $3500. Tom 262-492-5433.

262-989-4112 1993 18’ RANGER 690 FISHER2000 PLYMOUTH NEON LX MAN 175hp evinrude v6, ss prop, Black. 164,000 miles. 4 door, $ 2 axle ranger trailer w/brakes, 4 new tires & barings, fishfinder, 1,700 779-777-0777 mincora autopilot, on board char2001 FORD FOCUS Red, very ger w/cover $11,500 Call 262well maintained, 176 k hwy miles. 763-3209 leave a message. $2400. 224-572-3755 1993 RINKER, V6, 220HP, 24FT, 2001 RED MUSTANG 125k, very I/O, trailer. $7,000. 847-838-1743. good condition, V6, automatic, 1995 1750SE CARABELLE $5,250, 262-210-1668 open bow 135hp, 3.0XL Alta 1 2004 PONTIAC MONTANA Mercruiser, easy loader trailer, 153k, good condition, 7 pass., $4,900 Call 708-543-9797.

CD/DVD, $2,750. 262-763-6632.

1995 CROWNLINE 22.5’, 350 After 5pm.

Chevy, Cuddy porter potty, low 2005 PONTIAC G-6 GT 92k, hours, all the toys, skis jacket & loaded, leather, sunroof, rough/ etc., very well maintained, $9,200 trade-in value $39,995 first Call 815-985-0795. $3,600 Call 262-662-0538.

2003 HONDA PWC 3 seat, 165 2007 LEXUS RX 350 ex cond., hp turbo. Low hrs. Includes drive 86k, heated leather, sunroof, full on JetDock/trailer. $3500. 262power, $15,500 Call 815-245- 492-8989 5038.

2008 ALUMACRAFT CLASSIC 2008 CHEVY AVEO 5 LS manu- 16.5’, black, twin hall, custom trailal, 97k, hwy mi., non smoker, AC, mate trailer, honda 75 hp electric cruise, power sunroof, fog lights, start stainless prop, minnkota 55 new brakes, no rust, clean. $4300 pd bow mounted, lawrence X50 locator, mouring cover, app. 30 Call 262-534-5885. hours in water, stored indoors all 2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR, the time, $12,000 Call 262-514leather interior, power windows, 2373. power seats, steering wheel controls. Preventative maintenance 24’ MAXUM. 1994, 350 Mercruishas been done. Mileage: 176,000, er. Kitchen, bdrms, trailer. Trade excellent condition, $7,500 Call in? $9,900 847-395-2669 Bob 262-672-1542.

Automobiles

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For Sale

1990 24’ MOTOR HOME American by Cobra, chevy 350 engine, runs good, tires good, onan generator, new refrigerator, needs some repair, $2,500 Call 847395-5128.

1993 32’ 5TH WHEEL SIERRA CAMPER 17’ slide out, sleeps 4, AC & heat, $1,750 Call 262-7636121.

1997 WINNEBAGO ADVENTURE slide out, low miles, good shape, ford gas, extras, $17,500 OBO Call 262-878-1397.

1999 PACE ARROW 36’, 60k, Ford Tritom, V10, 2 slides, duel air, very well maintained, $25,000 Call 815-985-0795.

2000 31’ DAMON MH 34k mi., new tires & battery, clean, $13,500 Call 815-319-0841.

2004 CEDAR CREEK FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER 2 slides, heated tanks, cold weather camping, a/c, 19ft. awning $12,000 OBO 815-238-1259 2004 ITASCA SUNRISE 34’6” Ford V-10 13136 mi., ex. con. 2 slides, loaded. must see $59,900 608-206-1481 2006 SIERRA 5TH WHEEL 28.5 one slide out, bought new in 2007, excellent condition, non smoker, no pets, stored inside, many extras, $15,900 Call 262878-2963.

1999 HARLEY DAVIDSON ROAD KING CLASSIC 39k, well maintained, big boar kit, lots of chrome, two-toned paint blue & silver, harley davidson white wall tires, $7,500 OBO Call 262-5342574

42” RIDING MOWER Ryobi 19 hp. $450 847-212-9039

2002 HARLEY DAVIDSON ROAD KING 10k miles, well maintained, new paint, lots of chrome with Rinehart exhaust, with hoppe fairing with stereo.

Comes with many extras. $9,800, no trades. 262-930-1457.

JOHN DEERE 4420 COMBINE 2,260 hours, very nice condition, always sheded, ready to work, 262-539-2829.

2003 HARLEY DAVIDSON 883 Sportster, 22,000 mi., great condition, black, new rear tire, clean, $4,800 OBO (262) 729-0113

JOHN DEERE MODEL A TRACTOR 10’ disk, David Bradley, not used stored for years, as is, 262895-6550.

2005 KAWASAKI NOMAD 1600 23k miles, dealer installed Roadhouse dooleys, Kuryakyn grips, cobra light bar, cobra luggage rack, kuryakyn offset highway pegs, handlebar bag, Kawasaki chrome trim packages for hard bags, K&N air filter, storage cover, tires almost new, garage kept, excellent condition, strong runner, ready to ride today $5,500 Call 847-881-6865.

Farm Machinery

MASSEY FERGUSON 1655 Compact tractor, hydrostatic, 2 speed rear axel, 48” loader, 54” mower, snow blade, forklift, $3,700 OBO Call 847-838-1916.

Motorcycles 1982 CM450 CUSTOM HONDA Good cond. low miles, needs carbs cleaned, $1200obo 847838-1039 1982 HONDA ASPENCADE all carbs recently rebuilt, 32k, looks good & runs good, $3,000 OBO Call 262-763-3209 leave a message.

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2011 HARLEY ROAD KING CLASSIC 11,500 miles, Black, rear back rest, LED turn signals, V&H 2:1 Pro Exhaust, S&E Intake, Custom Gauge Cluster, Boom audio system, LA Choppers 16” Handlebars, mechanic book, motorcycle stand included.

Asking $14,900 (262) 210-6819.

2012 HARLEY DAVIDSON Heritage Softtail w/engine guard, sec. system, Pearl White, exc. cond, only 2,000 miles. Asking $15,800.

262-374-0941 or 262-763-9042.

TRIKE, 2004 HONDA VTX1800C w/Motortrike conversion kit 39,000 mi. exc. cond., $13,800 OBO. 815-541-7078

SET OF 4 TRACKER GOODYEAR TIRES size P265/70/R17 Lena $75 for all 815-238-4535

Sports/Classic Cars

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Starts for 4 weeks and if not sold you call us and we will renew at no additional charge!

Extra lines are $1.95 each

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Call 815-369-4112

2004 BLUE JEEP CHEROKEE LTD. Newer brakes, tires & battery. Asking $4000. 414-303-1642 or 414-762-5731. Call after 10am.

2001 ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang convertible, automatic, black/tan interior, 12,700 mi., owned since 2007, second owner, 262-9894112

Trucks & Trailers

2002 FORD T-BIRD 62k, new tires, new battery, bluetooth, hard top convertible, black, $12,900 Call 847-302-1712.

Sport Utilities 2001 CHEVY SUBURBAN LT. 4x4 loaded very good condition. $4200 obo. 847-204-2861

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Place your car, truck, motorcycle, boat or RV for one price and it runs until it sells.

1995 CHRYSLER LEBARON CONVERTIBLE Fla car, 56k, looks & runs great, $5,300 Call 262-394-5087.

1948 CHEVY 1-1/2 ton, in pieces, includes engine & trans. Best offer 262-989-4112

1994 CHEVY S10 4.3 V6 man. trans., 187K mi., 4x4 works great, $2250 OBO 815-947-2322 1995 DODGE DAKOTA 85k mi.

3.9 V6. Prem. sound, tool box, new fuel & water pumps. $1900.

815-289-1139.

1995 GMC 3500 Dually 4WD, Only 80k miles, 455 gears/454 engine. $3000. 608-751-0430.

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TRAILER SALE! DUMP TRAILERS STEEL & Aluminum; 10’,12’,14’,16’ 10k & 14k bumper pull & gooseneck. 6’ x 12’ x72” V-nose ramp door $2,750.00; 7’x10’x72” & 7’x12’x72” V-nose ramp door. 515-972-4554 www.

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1998 TAHOE LT Newer trans., new tires, 260K. 608-897-6032 or 608-897-6012.

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1950 FORD CHOPPED TOP mercury grill, flathead V8, 4 on the floor, $18,000 OBO Call 262327-0626.

1959 OLDS SUPER 88 4 dr. original, rare factory stick shift, runs for restoration. $3200. 847740-8327 1969 FORD MUSTANG MACH 1 390, asking $28,500 Call 847265-8682.

1975 CAD ELDRADO convert. lots of spares, needs work, $1,000 OBO Call 262-249-0808.

1978 LINCOLN MARK V 65,000 miles, no rust, must see excellent condition. 608-293-0453 1987 MERCURY COUGAR 20th anniversary, 118,000 mi., owned since 1989, never seen snow, no rust, new N.O.S. wheels & new tires, 262-989-4112 1989 LINCOLN TOWN CAR good condition, 112k, new tires, $1,700 OBO Call 262-332-7248.

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Campers and RVs

26’ MOTOR HOME 25M original miles, fleetwood model, newer tires, ps & brakes, auto, AC, backup camera, loaded, stove, fridge, oven, micro., freezer, gen., full size ba., sleeps 6, loads of cabinets, special window treatments & much more. $14,500 Call 847922-6341.

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It’s A Hog Roast Saturday, August 8th

Stockton Fire Department and Stockton Ambulance do hereby invite you to our 2015 summer fundraiser Support your Local Emergency Service Volunteers Free blood pressure readings

$6 Adults $4 Children

(under 15)

Serving from 5 p.m. until we are out of food !

Hogs Ra & Dona ised t John Cu ed by rtiss, George & Bob K & Ag Te epner ch

Firetrucks, Ambulances and Rescue Equipment on Display!!

Bounce Houses

Come savor the aroma of the pulled pork from Carroll County Locker and let the Firefighters and EMT’s do the rest!

Enjoy an old fashioned gathering with your neighbors and enjoy baked beans, salads, applesauce, chips and drinks provided by local businesses Sponsors: Wurster’s Sales & Service, LLC; Citizens State Bank; Rod’s Welding Service; B & B Hillside Repair; Hermann Funeral Homes and Monument Sales; Yotes Archery Den and Bait Shop; Jim Sullivan Realty; Schultz Monuments; Stella’s Cafe and Catering; Stockton Auto Supply - NAPA; Stockton Travel Center; Stockton Dental Center; Stockton Auto Body; Bauer and Fonseca, P.C.; Stockton Service Center; Yankee Clipper Barber Shop; Illinois Bank and Trust; Kruse Earth Moving; Checo’s Family Restaurant and Pizzeria; Hartig Drug; Special Touch Salon; Bauer Group, Ltd.; Black Hawk Run Golf Course; Brewster Cheese; Waverly Place of Stockton Nursing Home; Sullivan’s Foods; Stockton Hardware; Red Knight Pub; Broshous Family Auto; M & M Concrete, Inc.; Powers Auction Service; Vanderheyden Furniture and Flooring

It’s Great Fun - and a great cause - so plan on attending!!!!

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