R.I.P. WILLAMETTE WILSON 1951-2025 LENA, IL – Willamette (Mette) Wilson (Wybourn) 73 of Lena, Illinois passed away on Saturday, January 11th, 2025, in Monroe, Wisconsin. She was born on July 13th, 1951, in Freeport, Illinois to Norman and Janice (Ferguson) …

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R.I.P. MARJORIE MAPES 1941-2024 STOCKTON, IL – Marjorie Jo Mapes, age 83, of Stockton, Illinois passed away Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 at Banner Desert Hospital in Mesa, Arizona. She was born in Madison, Wisconsin on October 27th, 1941 to the …

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R.I.P.

DEANNA JOYCE WRIGHT

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R.I.P.

MARY L. AMBROSIA

1954-2024

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R.I.P. DAVID L. SWIFT 1955 – 2024 FREEPORT, IL – David L. Swift, 69, of Freeport, Illinois, formerly of, Lena, Illinois passed away at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, November 13th, 2024.  He was born on July 22nd, …

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   HANOVER, IL – Four FFA Chapters from Jo Daviess County worked together to pack 15,000 meals on November 7th in conjunction with “Meals from the Heartland.”  FFA members from Galena, River Ridge, Stockton and Warren worked together to pack the …

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R.I.P.

DONNA L. KEMPEL

1936 – 2024

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Apple River, IL – Roberta F. Stocks, age 88, of Apple River, Illinois passed away peacefully on October 31st, 2024 at Midwest Medical Center in Galena, Illinois.   She was born on August 9th, 1936 in Clyde, Wisconsin to Robert …

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JOSEPH “BUZZ” EDWARD SPRENGLEMEYER GALENA, IL – Joseph “Buzz” Edward Sprengelmeyer II, 75, died on October 17th, 2024 in Galena, Illinois, surrounded by his adoring (and adorable)* three children. Buzz was born on November 19th, 1948 in Galesburg, Illinois, to …

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R.I.P.

SHARON ANN (BAUER) LAW

1955- 2024

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R.I.P.

GEORGE D. HILL

1954 – 2024

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R.I.P.

LEONA TROST

1943 – 2024

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R.I.P.

HARRY E. HUGHES

1928 – 2024

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SCALES MOUND, IL – George Lee Anderson, 78, of Scales Mound, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024, at the Midwest Senior Care Community in Galena, Illinois.

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R.I.P.

HAROLD GALLAGHER

1927-2024

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EVERETT E. HAWLEY

1901 – 2024

LENA, IL – Everett E. Hawley, age 75, of Freeport, Illinois formerly of Stockton, Illinois presumed dead February 19th, 1976 and verified deceased September 2024.

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Macomber
LENA, IL – Karen L. Macomber, 82, of rural Lena passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024, at Javon Bea Hospital in Rockford, Illinois after a long battle with cancer and Parkinson’s.

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH

GALENA  2   
BYRON  0

GALENA, IL – In a home non-conference match, the Lady Pirates continued to roll with a sweep over the visiting Byron Tigers.  Galena took the opening set 25-11 before completing the sweep with a 25-15 second set.

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH

LE-WIN/PEARL CITY  207
WEST CARROLL  256   
POLO  258

AT SANDBURR RUN

LW/PC: Joseph 44, Woodley 51, Mullen 55, Smith 57
WEST CARROLL: Krontz 54, Runions 63, Randecker 64, Breuning
POLO: E. Monaco 51, G. Monaco 58, Hall 69, Abarca 82
MEDALIST: Marley Joseph  44  –  LW/PC

WEST CARROLL  2-3

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH

RIVER RIDGE/SCALES MOUND  165

DAKOTA  185

AT EAGLE RIDGE NORTH

RR/SM: J. Winter 38, Flack39, Distler 43, S. Winter 45
DAKOTA: Lawer 41, Blocker 47, Mills 48, Flynn 48
MEDALIST: Joseph Winter  38  –  RR/SM

RR/SM  5-2  3-1

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September 18th, 2024

LENA, IL – The Lena American Legion Auxiliary will once again be putting up a window display of area veterans and currently serving military during the month of November.  Pictures need to be submitted by October 20th and can be sent to P.O. Box 21, Lena, Illinois 61048 or dropped off at the Lena American Legion Home on Saturdays from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. 

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September 18th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Midwest Fitness Center (MFC), located at Midwest Medical Center, is accepting registration for their upcoming family-friendly 5K Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, October 5th, to be held on the Galena River Trail (91 Bouthillier Street, Galena, Illinois). The 20th annual event benefits the Galena Food Pantry. Day-of donations for the Food Pantry are also welcome.

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September 18th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Highland Community College Lifelong Learning October classes include Metal Detecting Basics, Linocut Printmaking, The Assassination of Lincoln and the Saga of Dr. Mudd, Finding Meaning and Purpose; and Lattes, Breves, Espresso, Oh My! To register online and view the complete Lifelong Learning schedule, visit highland.edu/lifelong. The registration deadline is one week before the class start date.

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September 18th, 2024

CHICAGO, IL –  Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) awarded more than $6 million in grant funding to four recipients through the Home Illinois Workforce Pilot Program. This program is a partnership between DCEO, the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness (OPEH) and the Illinois Interagency Task Force on Homelessness and is funded through the Illinois Job Training and Economic Development Program (JTED).

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September 18th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The combined Galena VFW Post 2665 and American Legion Post 193 Color Guard had a rifle practice September 5th, 2024 for upcoming ceremonies.  The Veterans participate in many ceremonies in our community each year.  Congratulations to them for their service.

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September 18th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced the next phase of public input for Move Illinois: 2024 Long-Range Transportation Plan, which aims to advance the state’s mobility landscape by strategically outlining goals, objectives and strategies for the next 20 to 30 years. The public is invited to review and provide feedback at www.moveil2024lrtp.com.

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September 18th, 2024

MONROE, WI – The Office for Business and Entrepreneurship (OBE), Green County Development Corporation, Prosperity Southwest and Blackhawk Technical College will host a Small Business Clinic – free to all participants – on October 11th at Blackhawk Technical College’s Monroe campus.

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September 18th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Thanks to the positive response to the MARSS program, Stockton Music in the Park, more concerts are scheduled for the fall and winter seasons. Attendance, donations, sponsorships and local support were all EXCEPTIONAL.  Thank you to all!

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September 19th, 2024

LENA, IL – LuAnn Kay Jordan, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024, surrounded by love. Born on September 26th, 1962, to Lewis and Carole (Knauer) Busjahn Jr. LuAnn touched the hearts of everyone who had the honor of knowing her.

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September 18th, 2024

LINCOLN, NE – Emma Furlong of Galena, a recent graduate of Galena High School, is among 42 students who have been selected to join the latest cohort of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management. It is the largest cohort in the history of the Raikes School, which was founded in 1999.

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September 18th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – The Foundation for Northwest Illinois staff and board gathered with nearly 130 guests at the Celebration Gala, the launch of its 50th anniversary year, while honoring local organizations for their strategic work in economic development.

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September 18th, 2024

SCALES MOUND, IL – On September 12th, the American Red Cross collected 57 units of blood product at the Scales Mound blood drive. 

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September 18th, 2024

Homeownership is one of life’s great highlights, but ask homeowners about paying property tax, and they’ll tell you it’s one of their least favorite responsibilities.  As much as homeowners dislike the burden on their pocketbooks, property tax is vital for funding schools, libraries, roads, parks, etc.

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September 18th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On September 11th, 2024, at 3:52 a.m., Officers of the Freeport Police Department heard gunshots being fired in the area of the 400 block of East Prospect Terrace. The gunshots also generated a Sound Thinking alert. Officers responded to the 400 block of East Prospect Terrace and when they arrived, they located and collected evidence that showed a firearm had been discharged behind 421 East Prospect Terrace. There were no reported victims or property damage.

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September 18th, 2024

MT. CARROLL, IL – After a successful 2024 summer season, Timber Lake Playhouse steps into a new era with the departure of our long-time Executive Director Dan Danielowski. Dan has been instrumental to the organization’s growth for over a decade and we are deeply appreciative of his leadership and dedication to Timber Lake Playhouse. We are also grateful for our patrons and the community for their unwavering support as we enter this period of transition.

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September 18th, 2024

GALENA, IL – On September 15th, 2024 at approximately 11:42 a.m., the Jo Daviess County 911 center received a 911 call of a motorcycle accident with two injuries.

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September 18th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Little Blackhawks for the week. Students were recognized for being good citizens and following the Blackhawk Way. Great job, everyone!

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September 18th, 2024

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September 18th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – On September 14th, 2024 at approximately 1:31 a.m., the Jo Daviess County Dispatch Center received a 9-1-1 call regarding an ATV crash with injuries on East Piroke Road approximately one mile east of South Ridge Road in Stockton, Illinois.

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WEEK 4

WARRIORS ON COURSE FOR A BIG FINAL GAME

BOSCOBEL, WI – Friday night the Warriors had the first of what could be the first of what could be five blowout wins with a 54-9 decision at Boscobel.  Looking at their schedule it means that they quite possibly may face Potosi/Cassville on the final night of the regular season in Potosi to decide who wins the Six Rivers.  River Ridge, who is the only other team with much of chance to beat either team, may have seen their title hopes go by the wayside Friday as they lost to the Chieftains 20-18.  Next up for the Warriors is a road game at Iowa-Grant, who beat Pecatonica/Argyle 38-16 on Friday in Livingston. 

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WEEK 3

PIRATES WIN WITH LATE SCORE

FORRESTON, IL – Galena took a giant step forward in their quest of a playoff berth with what many would consider a huge upset 19-18 win at the expense of the Forreston Cardinals.  This marks the second week in a row that the Pirates knocked off a conference contender after taking down Morrison in week two.  The Pirates didn’t board the winning point until there was 2:28 minutes left in the contest when Roman Romer tossed a forty-three-yard scoring pass to Myles Schumacher.  That catch was Schumacher’s second as he had sixty-four receiving yards while Romer completed three of his four passes for seventy-seven yards.  With the win the Pirates improved to 2-1 with their next game on Friday being a non-conference encounter against Fennimore, who beat Benton/Scales Mound/Shullsburg in a 40-38 close one this week.  On the other hand, the Cardinals who find themselves in a 1-2 hole will face EPC in Pearl City with hopes of getting back to even.

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September 18th, 2024

LENA, IL - The Lena Lions announce the winners of the 50/50 and UTV raffles. Pictured is the UTV winner Bill Wirtz and family, from Lena, along with Lion Kirk Polhill. The second place winner was Jan Bawden of McConnell and 3rd place winner was Brighton Hawerland of Kent. Winner of the 50/50 raffle was Anthony Souhrada, of Bettendorf, Iowa – winning $8,000+ . Second place winner Diana Kuhlemeier from Freeport and Erick Thomassen of Lena winning third. The Lena Lions would like to thank everyone for their support of our raffles and helping to make our Fall Festival a huge success.

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September 18th, 2024

LENA, IL – All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 East Mason Street, Lena, Illinois. Come and join us on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024 for Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. In Mark’s Gospel, Jesus’ teaching and action in this text are directed to the church whenever it is seduced by the world’s definition of greatness: prestige, power, influence, and money. The antidote to such a concern for greatness is servant hood.

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September 18th, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, September 22nd at 9:00 a.m. Join us on Facebook if you can’t make it in person!

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September 18th, 2024

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September 18th, 2024

SCALES MOUND, IL – Please join the fight against breast cancer on Tuesday, September 24th, at Scales Mound High School when the Scales Mound Hornets host the River Ridge Wildcat volleyball team the annual Volley for a Cure game. The fresh-soph game will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by the varsity match.

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September 18th, 2024

LENA, IL – The Veterans Pantry is in need of the following for a young Veterans family:

• Diapers size five month
• Clothes 12-18 months
• Two to three baby bottles
• Any kind of baby food

Items can be brought to the Lena American Legion Home on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. or call 815-369-4684.

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September 18th, 2024

GALENA, IL – On Wednesday, September 25th come and watch Dubuque artist Pamela Hiatt paint a still life in oil from start to finish. The event is free and open to the public. Pamela will be painting in the Galena ARC Art Studio from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (11084 West U.S. Highway 20, Galena). Please use the building’s lower level gym entrance (four blue doors). There are no stairs from that entrance to the Art Studio.

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September 18th, 2024

WARREN, IL – On Friday, Spetember 13th, Warren Elementary School held an assembly for SSG Jack T. Barker and PFC Sierra Young. SSG Barker, a 2015 graduate of Warren High School will be mobilizing in support of Operation Spartan Shield. PFC Young, a 2023 graduate of Warren Hight School, will be deploying to Alaska on Thursday, September 19th.

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Governor J.B. Pritzker declares September 15th-21st as Farm Safety and Health Week to promote workplace precautions on farms

September 18th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Governor J.B. Pritzker has proclaimed September 15th-21st as Farm Safety and Health Week in Illinois with a theme of “Don’t Learn Safety by Accident.” This year marks the 80th year for the annual observance nationwide.

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September 18th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Scales Mound High School Art Show titled “New” will he held in the “newly” renovated Student Gallery at the Galena Center for the Arts.  This “New” art show is about looking at things from a fresh, or “new,” perspective. The opening will include “new” age music, tasty “new” snacks, and a chance to meet some of the “new” artists.

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Interactions Therapy Center

800 Spring Street, Suite 101, Galena, Illinois 61036 • 815-777-2850

Blog: http://interactionstherapycenter.com/ • gabbertgail@gmail.com

September 18th, 2024

Here’s the problem: obesity is considered an epidemic. In an analysis of twenty-nine long-term weight loss studies, more than half of the lost weight was regained within two years, and by five years, more than 80% of the lost weight was regained.

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September 18th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – The “Best Event in Illinois” returns with even more great activities for craft beer enthusiasts in Downtown Freeport September 28th. Pretzel City Brewfest will feature over 150 craft beers from local and national breweries for tasting on Chicago Avenue in downtown Freeport. Tickets can be purchased online through noon Friday, September 22nd at greaterfreeport.com/brewfest or at the gate on the day of the event.

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September 18th, 2024

My wife and I were able to make a second trip out west this summer. The first time it was just her and me and we drove all the way to Oregon and Washington by way of the interstate highway system.

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VETERINARY DENTISTRY

September 18th, 2024

We rely on veterinarians  to diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Veterinarians are the first line of defense against Zoonotic diseases (diseases that can affect both animals and people) such as rabies, parasites and avian flu that could threaten public health and our national security. However, you may not be aware  that there is a branch of veterinary medicine that focuses exclusively on oral health. This specialized field is known as veterinary dentistry, and the professionals who practice it are known as veterinary dentists.

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau

September 18th, 2024

We had an absolutely beautiful day for the Cover Crop Field Day held at Greg Thoren’s farm. We had a nice crowd come out to learn more about cover crops and soil health. Thanks to our speakers for all of their hard work in making this event a success!

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September 18th, 2024

All Meetings are Accessible via Audio Call-in

CANCELED – Liquor Commission Meeting
Date: Wednesday, September 18th, 2024
Time:  11:00 a.m.
Place: Jo Daviess County Administrative Offices (Temporary Location) Former Galena Primary School – 219 Kelly Lane, Galena, Illinois

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September 18th, 2024

GALENA, IL – On August 10th, the Miners Reunion was once again held at Ferry Landing in Galena, Illinois. This was the 9th annual event. Galena is the Latin word for lead sulfide which gave this city it’s name. The men who attended this reunion know this very well as it was a part of their lives for many years

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September 18th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Center for the Arts, 971 Gear Street, Galena, Illinois, welcomes Lexi Healey and Holy Crowe to the Songwriters Showcase stage 7:00 p.m., Thursday, September 19th. Songwriter Showcase encourages the creation and sharing of original music by regional singer songwriters.

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September 18th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Summit Street Singers, an all ages welcome community chorus, will begin fall rehearsals at the Galena Center for the Arts, 971 Gear Street, Galena, Illinois. beginning Tuesday, September 24th. Rehearsals will take place from 7:00-8:00 p.m. each Tuesday through November. A performance is planned at the United Churches of Galena Christmas Concert in December.

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September 18th, 2024

WARREN, IL – We were saddened by the news about our Warren Women’s Club Secretary Mary Vincent’s passing. She will be missed. May Mary Vincent “REST IN PEACE.” Our condolences to all her family and friends.

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September 18th, 2024

LENA, IL – On Saturday, September 28th at 2:00 p.m., the Lena Historical Society will host a presentation “The Real Photocards by C. R. Childs.”  During 1906-1915 C.R. Childs  produced tens of thousands images of cities and towns throughout the Midwest. He produced 27 high quality real photo images of Lena during this time.

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September 18th, 2024

LENA, IL – What a beautiful day for a gathering of golfers and spectators for the 5th annual Ann Gail Memorial Shootout at Wolf Hollow on September 15th. This year we had 11 golfers vying for the title.

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September 18th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Myles played a significant role in the Pirates big win over Forreston 19-18 last Friday night. Myles had 22 carries for 140 yards and one rushing touchdown. He also had two receptions for 64 yards and a touchdown. Coach Freed said, “Myles is off to a great start this season at running back. This is his second game with over 100 yards. He is seeing the field well and has been very explosive this season. His reception on the screen pass that scored the go ahead touchdown was a big time run after the catch with only two minutes left in the game. Myles has worked hard on improving his game and we look forward to seeing what he can do the rest of the season!”

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September 18th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – A kickoff breakfast for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes will be Thursday morning on September 19th at 7:15 a.m. at Calvary Church. The Calvary Church is just south of the Stockton Schools.  Breakfast pizza will be offered at no cost to all interested athletes, male and female, grades 7 through 12.  The huddle will be 7:30 a.m. led by Noah Hess, a 2023 graduate.   

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September 18th, 2024

A photo of a previous Fall in Love with Darlington event.

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September 13th, 2024

APPLE RIVER, IL – William “Bill” S. McFadden, age 83 of Apple River, Illinois passed away on September 11th, 2024 in Apple River, Illinois.  Bill was born on May 30th, 1941 in Freeport, Illinois to Mayne and Lucille (Groom) McFadden.  He was a 1959 graduate of Warren High School, and he attended University of Illinois and University of Wisconsin Agriculture courses.  On June 15th, 1968 Bill was united in marriage to Joanne Hesselbacher at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Scales Mound, Illinois.  He owned and operated MGM farms.

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September 11th, 2024

LENA, IL – Lena’s American Legion Auxiliary Miss Poppy Liesl Jones riding in the Lena Fall Festival parade.

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – On August 31st, 2024 at approximately 6:58 p.m., the Jo Daviess County dispatch center received a 9-1-1 call regarding a motorcycle crash with injuries on South Blanding Road approximately 1/5th of a mile north of West Diggin Hill Road, Hanover Illinois. 

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – This September marks the 25th anniversary of recognizing National Prostate Awareness Month. Much has changed in the diagnosis and management of prostate cancer these past 25 years but its incidence has not reduced. It remains one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers with more than a quarter million men diagnosed annually. Nearly one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime with a higher incidence in men with African American heritage or family history of prostate cancer.

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September 11th, 2024

DODGEVILLE, WI – Flint Wilder Burkhalter was born on Thursday, August 8th, 2024 to Matthew Burkhalter and Tiffany Vrstal of Warren, Illinois. He was 22 inches long and weighed nine pounds, two ounces.

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September 11th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On September 4th, 2024 at 10:38 a.m., the Freeport Police Department received a call for service requesting a welfare check on a female who was possibly being held against her will at an apartment at Mary Hosmer, 601 North Walnut Avenue. During the course of the investigation, the responding Officer was able to determine the female was in an apartment with 52-year-old Grady Clark. The Officer went to Clark’s apartment and made contact with both Clark and the female. The Officer could sense something was awry and was able to remove the female from the apartment. After the female was removed, the Officer learned that Clark was in possession of firearms inside of the apartment and had threatened to kill the female.

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – On September 4th at approximately 1:54 a.m., Jo Daviess County Sheriffs Deputies were dispatched to North Stagecoach Trail and East Chestnut Street in Nora for a single vehicle rollover accident with injuries. Upon arrival it was discovered that Mario J. Zelaya Chavarria, 40, Elwood, Illinois, was operating a motor vehicle South Bound on North Stagecoach Trail at a high rate of speed. The vehicle lost control and rolled onto its side. The vehicle came to a rest on the train tracks. Both occupants of the vehicle were transported to Freeport Memorial Hospital for treatment for their injuries from the accident. This accident remains under investigation.

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September 11th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will host public meetings throughout northern Illinois to provide information on the status of chronic wasting disease (CWD), its effect on free-ranging deer populations, and IDNR’s ongoing efforts to manage the disease.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH

GALENA  196   
LE-WIN/PEARL CITY  224
WEST CARROLL  268

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LEWIN/PEARL CITY INVITE

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31ST

AT WOLF HOLLOW

TEAM SCORES: Rockford Lutheran 298, Fulton 301, River Ridge/Scales Mound 303, Byron 305, Eastland/Milledgeville 329, Oregon 334, Le-Win/Pearl City 346, Warren 365, Galena 396

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD

EASTLAND  2   

DAKOTA  0

     DAKOTA, IL – Eastland improved to 2-0 with a two-set win at Dakota while sweeping the Indians with a pair of 25-16 wins.

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WEEK 2

BLACKHAWKS WIN INTERSTATE BATTLE

SHULLSBURG, WI – After the Knights got a forfeit win from Abundant Life/St. Ambrose they filled in the date with a game against Stockton.  The Blackhawks after losing their season opener to DuPec proved to be more than a worthy opponent.  Stockton boarded twenty-four first half points while keeping the Knights in check in that first half on their way to a 54-12 win.

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WEEK 3

SEFFROOD THROWS TD PASS IN FINAL SECONDS IN WARRIORS WIN

WARREN, IL – To say this was a big game would be an understatement because the Warriors and Timberwolves along with Potosi/Cassville are once again the conference favorites.  With a 26-6 setback the Timberwolves will for all practical reasons have to win at home against Potosi/Cassville this week to prevent themselves from falling two games back behind the Warriors.  The Warriors, who have played three home games, will be looking for their third conference win Friday when they make the long trip to Boscobel to face a Bulldogs team that got beat by Pecatonica/Argyle 42-32 this week.

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Senior Gracie Furlong is our first Pirate of the Week for the 2024-2025 school year. Coach Dennis Wills stated, “Our season has gotten off to a great start and Gracie has been a huge contributor in that success. This past week in six matches she totaled 73 kills and 44 digs to lead the team. Gracie has established herself as one of the elite Volleyball players in school history. Great job, Gracie!”

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Owen and Roman both played big roles in leading the Pirates to a victory over the 8th ranked Morrison Mustangs 34-9. Owen was 7-10 passing for 159 yards and 1 TD and also had 1 rushing TD. Roman had 4 catches for 118 yards, 1 TD, and defensively 1 interception. Coach Ed Freed said, “Both of these guys had huge games and were instrumental in getting us out to a good start. They had some explosive plays that really helped us to get momentum. They both are very versatile players and we are excited to see what they can do this season.”

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September 11th, 2024

­­­BENTON, WI – Through the generous gifts of area citizens, businesses, and alumni, the Benton Community Fund (BCF) announced its annual grant recipients on August 29th. Since inception in 2011, the BCF has awarded grants totaling over $218,000 for a variety of projects in and around the community of Benton.  The 2024 Grant recipients are as follows:

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September 11th, 2024

Back row: Beau Janecke, Bryce VanRaalte, Jordan Kohl, Jaren Jones, Gaige Stocks, Alek Sabinson Third row: Mayci Mullen, Averi Sabinson, Sophie Leverton, Emily Van Raalte, Kaylee Hartzell, Lizzy Hartzell. Second row: Treyton Pafford, Carissa Hinderman, Jayden Littlefield, Haley Evans, Piercen Mahoney. Seated: King Brett Radaszeski and Queen Maizy Fonseca. Not pictured: Meredith Hesselbacher, Brady Stietz and Will Stietz.

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September 11th, 2024

I have to say that in 2016 we Cub fans were able to put to rest over a century of frustration as we watched them finally win the World Series in seven games over the Cleveland Indians. That game seven was quite the thrill as they were finally able to win it in ten innings and claim the crown. I remember as a boy cringing every summer as the Cubs managed to stay close for a while only to blow it down the stretch and miss the playoffs. 1969 was especially painful as they had like a four-game lead over the Miracle Mets going into September and lost it the final week of the season. The Mets went on to win the World Series.

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September 11th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – The Unitarian Universalist Church of Stockton is celebrating its 125th Anniversary.  The congregation began as a Universalist Church in 1899 and built the church at its current location (219 North Pearl Street, Stockton, Illinois) in 1900.  In 1961 when the Unitarian and Universalists merged, it became the Unitarian Universalist Church of Stockton.  Throughout its rich history, it has been a place where people of different beliefs and religious ideas gather to explore an expansive understanding of religion, spirituality, our human existence and love. 

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September 11th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – On September 3rd, 2024 The American Legion National 100% Membership award was given to Post 449, Stockton.  Post 449 received certificates for their reaching 100% for the 2023-24 membership year.  A letter and award from National Commander Daniel Seehafer was also presented to Post 449 Commander, Edmond Marcure for his leadership.  The award was presented at the Jo Daviess County Council meeting at East Dubuque.  Pictured are Post Commander Edmond Marcure (left) and 13th District Commander Jerry Howard.

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September 11th, 2024

BRODHEAD, WI – Valerie A. Steinmann, age 54, of Brodhead, Wisconsin, died Monday, September 9th, 2024 at University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. Val was born on May 14th, 1970 in Monroe, Wisconsin, the daughter of Gaylord and Joyce (Burmeister) Schultz. She was a 1988 graduate of Black Hawk High School in South Wayne, Wisconsin. She was united in marriage to Joel Steinmann on September 19th, 1992 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Warren, Illinois. Val’s passion in life was her family, friends and faith. Her home was always open to any visitor. She always reminded her family to look at life’s positives and find the good in any situation.

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September 11th, 2024

Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) commented to Tucker Carlson in 2021 that he thought Democrats were promoting an “antifamily” agenda led by “a bunch of childless cat ladies who are miserable at their own lives and the choices that they’ve made and so they want to make the rest of the country miserable, too.” He recently said the comment was “sarcasm” and a “joke”. But his regret seems disingenuous because he further elaborated, “How does it make any sense that we’ve turned our country over to people who don’t really have a direct stake in it?” And he advocated in recent years that adults without children should pay higher taxes and have fewer voting rights. Taken in whole, he has offended quite a few women.

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September 11th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is proud to honor the contributions of workers across the State this Labor Day and highlight the important work IDOL staff does every day to ensure the rights, wages, welfare and working conditions of Illinois workers.

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September 11th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – As the leaves change colors, the University of Illinois Extension and the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation invite youth aged 6-12 and their families to join a free outdoor adventure at the Trees and Fall Leaves Workshop at Schurmeier Teaching Forest, 147 East Reusch Road, Elizabeth, Illinois, on October 19th, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.. Environmental educators from the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation will guide participants in exploring and identifying various leaves and learning about the trees they come from.

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DENTAL CROWNS AND VENEERS

September 11th, 2024

When it comes to making an informed decision about your dental treatment, it is necessary to understand the vocabulary and function of the different restorative procedures. This column will address the differences between dental crowns and veneers.

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September 11th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – The new Farm Bill may be stalled, but the Jo Daviess County Soil and Water Health Coalition is in high gear! 2024 activities to date have included field days at the Janikowski alpaca farm, two field days at the Thoren farm exploring regenerative practices, a field day at the Drucker organic farm showcasing Nathan Koester’s sheep operation, and the co-hosting of the three day Fishers & Farmers workshop with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Below are some upcoming opportunities to learn more.

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September 11th, 2024

After an unseasonably cool start to the grain fill period, a blast of hot air the last week of August kicked the crop maturation process into overdrive.

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau  By Annette Eggers

September 11th, 2024

Want home cooked meals, but short on time? I’ve got the perfect solution for you! Take part in the Ag in the Classroom Freezer meal fundraiser. You will get ten meals frozen for you and ready to re-heat. Each meal feeds three to five people.  Cost is $200.00 for the set. 

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September 11th, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, September 15th at 9:00 a.m.  It is Rally Sunday, so we will be having Sunday School and a Confirmation meeting.  Join us on Facebook if you can’t make it in person!

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September 11th, 2024

All Meetings are Accessible via Audio Call-in

Personnel Review Committee Meeting
Date: Thursday, September 12th, 2024
Time:  9:00 a.m.
Place: Jo Daviess County Administrative Offices (Temporary Location) Former Galena Primary School – 219 Kelly Lane, Galena, Illinois
Agenda:   Any items that require the attention of the committee.

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September 11th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation and the Northwest Illinois Forestry Association will co-host a tree ID workshop on Saturday, September 21st at 9:00 a.m. at the Schurmeier Forest, 147 East Reusch Road, Elizabeth, Illinois. The first half of this three-hour immersive workshop will take place in the outdoor classroom at Schurmeier Forest, where instructors will go over characteristics of local tree species with hands-on examples. This will be followed by a walk through the woods to identify trees together. Free for the whole family and RSVPs not needed. Weather dependent. Please check JDCF’s website for updates.

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September 11th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Illinois 4-H, the flagship youth program of the University of Illinois Extension, is the largest out-of-school youth organization in Illinois. In Jo Daviess County, 4-H youth development programs encourage kids to “learn by doing” through engaging, hands-on activities. Participants can learn, practice, and showcase new skills while exploring their interests: cooking, gardening, exhibiting livestock, or caring for the environment. These topics can be explored through 4-H experiences such as community clubs, special interest clubs, workshops, and more.

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September 11th, 2024

FREEPORT, Il – Stephenson County 4-H Ambassadors organized a Spring Break Backpack Project for area youth in need of food security this past spring. From start to finish 13 youth planned, organized, shopped, and packed 30 backpacks for 30 families and then delivered them to the Boys and Girls Club of Freeport.

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Before you know, it, it will be time for the 12th Annual Galena Eagles Pie Auction. This year it will take place on Saturday, November 9th, starting at 7:00 p.m., at 237 South Main Street in Galena, home of the Galena Eagles (Blackhawk Aerie F.O.E. No. 952). So save the date and come join us for a good time and some great camaraderie.

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Galena Center for the Arts Presents “Write Into Fall” a Poetry Open Mic Event with Galena’s Poet Laureate Ted Williams. The Galena Center for the Arts, 971 Gear Street, Galena, Illinois will host a poetry open mic night on Tuesday, September 17th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

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September 11th, 2024

MT. CARROLL, IL – Timber Lake Playhouse in partnership with the Stewards of the Upper Mississippi River Refuge, the City of Savanna. League of Women’s Voter, and the Izaak Walton League present Steven Marking and his performance of ”A Visit from Will Dilg” and scenes from “Our Mighty Mississippi.”

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – We are excited to announce “Two County Lines” will be performing at the Galena Eagles Club on Saturday, September 21st at 7:00 p.m. The event is open to the public and there is no cover. The Galena Eagles is located at 237 South Main Street in Galena, directly across from the DeSoto Hotel. 

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Center for the Arts, 971 Gear Street, Galena, Illinois, welcomes Lexi Healey and Holy Crowe to the Songwriters Showcase stage 7:00 p.m., Thursday, September 19th. 

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Do you remember…when school opened for classes the day after Labor Day?

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The American Legion Fickbohm-Hissem Post 193, Galena, meets the third Tuesday each month.

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September 11th, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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September 11th, 2024

LENA, IL – The Lena  American Legion Auxiliary will be meeting Wednesday night, September 11th at 6:00 p.m. at the Legion Home.  Dues will be collected and can be paid at any time.

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September 11th, 2024

LENA, IL – Current needs for the Stephenson County VA Pantry:

Mens and Women’s Body Wash
Hand Soap
Depends
Mens & Womens socks
Paper Towels
Cans of fruit
Tuna Packets

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Recent Chesney Survey Results Reaffirm Northwest Illinois Traditional Family Values

www.SenatorChesney.com

September 11th, 2024

As the State Senator representing the 45th District in Northwest Illinois, it is important to me to seek input from my constituents on a regular basis. Several weeks ago I mailed a fall survey to households across the 45th Senate District. The survey was mailed without regard to political affiliation. Republicans, Democrats, Independents and others received it to ensure accurate results. While the results cannot be considered “scientific,” they do provide an excellent representation of how those living in this region feel about issues of importance that involve state government. The results also help guide my advocacy during policy discussions at the Capitol.

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September 11th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Stephenson County Crime Stop isn’t just about serious business—it’s about building a stronger, safer community in a fun and engaging way! Whether it’s handing out goodies at local events, like the many local parades we march in, or getting creative with our new logo proudly displayed on our donated educational trailer, we know how to mix purpose with personality. We believe everyone can play a part in fighting crime, and we make it easy (and even a little fun) to get involved. From using our P3 tip app to anonymously report tips— while possibly earning up to $1000!—to attending our community meetings, we’re all about making Stephenson County a safer place, together.

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September 11th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation invites the public to Miraculous Monarch Migration at the Wapello Land and Water Reserve, 8642 IL RT 84 South, Hanover, Illinois on Saturday, September 14th from 10:00-11:30 a.m.

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September 11th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is wrapping up his Community Connections Tour with events in Elizabeth on September 11th and in Oregon on September 12th. The September 11th event will be co-hosted by Jo Daviess County Board Chairman LaDon Trost, Elizabeth Village President Jason Thomasson, and Jo Daviess County Board member Mike Dittmar, and the September 12th meeting will be co-hosted by Oregon Mayor Ken Williams.

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R.I.P.

ELDA DOROTHY GOODMILLER

1926-2024

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September 6th, 2024

WARREN, IL – Gary L. Fulton, 76 of Warren, Illinois, passed away on September 5th, 2024. He was born on December 24th, 1947 in Savanna to Ralph and Doris Fulton. Gary was a Navy veteran, member of ARUMC and worked many pancake days with the Apple River Lions Club.

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September 5th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Richard W. Crandall, 79, of Galena, Illinois, formally of Scales Mound, Illinois, passed away on Monday, September 2nd, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. He was born in Piper City, Illinois, the son of William Crandall, Jr. and Francis Irene (Diemer) Crandall.

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September 4th, 2024

LENA, IL – All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 East Mason Street, Lena, Illinois. Come and join us on Sunday, September 8th, 2024 for Quilt Sunday, Blessing of the Quilts Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. This week’s gospel reading is from the Gospel Mark 7:24-37. In Mark’s gospel, encounters with women usually signify turning points in Jesus’ ministry. Here, a conversation with a Syrophoenician woman marks the beginning of his mission to the Gentiles.

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September 4th, 2024

WARREN, IL – Russell Law Offices, S.C., is pleased to announce its expansion into Northwest Illinois through a merger with Vincent Law Office of Warren, Illinois. This merger comes as Attorney Mary Vincent transitions into retirement. “Russell Law Offices is honored to continue the remarkable legacy of legal representation that Attorney Mary Vincent and her father have provided to the residents of Warren and Northwest Illinois,” said Nathan Russell, Managing Attorney of Russell Law Offices.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 30th

LE-WIN/PEARL CITY  217   EASTLAND  230   WINNABAGO  241

AT WOLF HOLLOW

LW/PC: Dinderman 51, Joseph 54, Woodley 54
EASTLAND: Parkinson 49, Brower 50, Van Metre 53, Schluter 78
WINNEBAGO: Williams 59, Franklin 60, K. Warkentien 60, V. Warkentien 62

MEDALIST: Ava Parkinson  49  –  Eastland

LW/PC  3-0  1-0   
EASTLAND  1-1  1-1

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28TH

FULTON  147   
EASTLAND  176

AT FULTON

FULTON: Van Zuiden 34, Voss 36, Winkel 36, Brennan 41
EASTLAND: Anderson 39, Huber 43, Keim 47, Dale 47

MEDALIST: Owen Van Zuiden  34  –  Fulton

Eastland  3-1  1-0    
Fulton  4-0  4-0

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September 4th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – As the Daily Drawing marks its 10th year we are sharing ten tidbits of information:

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September 4th, 2024

FOX RIVER GROVE, IL – Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (GSNI) will host its 20th Annual Thin Mint Sprint fundraising 5K fun run/walk on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. – Noon in partnership with the Fox River Grove Memorial Library Running Club. The race route will begin and end at Lions Park in Fox River Grove and take participants along a scenic path through Fox River for a timed run, ending with an after-party. After-party event includes performances by School of Rock-Barrington, onsite Kona Ice truck, Face Painting by Kema, inflatables, and other local exhibitors!   

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September 4th, 2024

WARREN, IL -  Apple River State Bank recently donated $10,000 to Warren Community Unit School District #205 for its newly completed elementary and preschool playgrounds.

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RIVER RIDGE COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT

#210 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING • TUESDAY, AUGUST 20TH, 2024 

Published September 4th, 2024

Monday, August 19th, 2024, President Amy Finn called the Regular School Board Meeting of the River Ridge Community Unit School District #210 Board of Education to order at 6:00 p.m.  Board Members Amy Finn, G. Allen Crist, Diane Haring, Brian Engle, Michael Kuzniar, Barb Schaible and Lisa Walters answered roll call.  President Finn announced a quorum was established. Also present Superintendent Colleen Fox, Principal Laura Kuzniar, Principal Mike Foltz and an RREA representative.

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BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING • TUESDAY, JULY 16TH, 2024

Published September 4th, 2024

I. OPENING OF MEETING

A.  Call to Order

The regular session of the Warren Community Unit School District #205 Board of Education meeting was held in the boardroom.  President Sabinson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

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LEGISLATION TO ADDRESS AMERICA’S DENTAL CRISIS

September 4th, 2024

As a follow-up to last week’s column on Medicare reform, on May 17th, 2024, Senator Bernie Sanders, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), introduced legislation to address the dental care crisis in America.

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September 4th, 2024

A few years back in 2018 Billy Graham, America’s pastor, went home to be with the Lord. He was just a few months shy of one hundred years old.

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September 4th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – WA TAN YE preparations for our 97th WA TAN YE Association Convention. It will be held in our own community this year. The meeting city changes from year to year throughout the Districts.  October 4th-5th, 2024, will be our chance to highlight the Stockton community, businesses, services, and eating establishments. The work is worth the fun and pleasure that our sister members get from visiting our town. One past memory that always comes up in conversation is about being able to buy great cheese at our Stockton Hardware Store. We plan to make new memories with our agenda this year!

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau

September 4th, 2024

Want home cooked meals, but short on time? I’ve got the perfect solution for you! Take part in the Ag in the Classroom Freezer meal fundraiser. You will get ten meals frozen for you and ready to re-heat. Each meal feeds three to five people.  Cost is $200.00 for the set. 

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September 4th, 2024

SCALES MOUND, IL – You can save a life at the American Red Cross Scales Mound School Blood Drive on September 12th from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the ag building. For the best service, please make an appointment at 800-733-2767.

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September 4th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Come celebrate the fall apple season by learning more about this exceptional local fruit. Join University of Illinois Extension’s Local Foods and Small Farms Educator, Grant McCarty, for the Growing Great Apples program being held at 1:30 p.m. on October 10th at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 North Vine Street, Elizabeth, Illinois 61028. This program is being offered free of charge, but pre-registration is requested. To register or for more information, please call the Extension Office at 815-858-2273 or visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw.

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September 4th, 2024

GALENA, IL – This the time of the year is especially difficult, because of the amount of cats and kittens that need to be rescued. We are hosting a Kitten Meet and Greet on Thursday, September 12th, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at our Resale Shop, 605 Ridge Street, Galena (next to the Laundromat).

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September 4th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – To better inform policymakers on the root causes of poverty and economic insecurity in northwest Illinois, CEO Michelle DeHaven Quast of The Foundation for Northwest Illinois has been appointed to the Governor’s Commission on Poverty and Economic Stability by Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie.

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September 4th, 2024

LENA, IL - The Lena Beautification Committee and LBPA has selected Eric and Erin Haan’s home for the Yard of the Month award for August. Their home is located at 107 Hickory Terrace.

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September 4th, 2024

COLUMBIA, MO – Columbia College recently announced its dean’s list for the Summer 2024 Semester (May-August 2024). To be named to the dean’s list, a student must have completed 12 credit hours in a 16-week period and achieved a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0-point scale.

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September 4th, 2024

GALENA, IL - The American Legion Fickbohm-Hissem Post 193, Galena, received a donation from Poopsie’s of Galena on August 20th, 2024.  Post 193 received a donation for $1,543.00 from Poopsie’s 2024 Not For Profit donation program.  The donation was presented to Post Commander Jerry Howard by Alana Turner, Poopsie’s, at the Post 193 monthly meeting.  Commander Howard expressed the Post’s appreciation to Poopsie’s for this donation that will assist the Posts goals of helping Veterans, Youth and Community.

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Regular Board of Trustees Meeting • Monday, August 12th, 2024 • 7:00 p.m.

Published September 4th, 2024

The regular board meeting was held on August 12th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Warren Village Hall.

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September 4th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Better Life Players return to present “The Charitable Sisterhood Country Christmas Tale.” Performances of this comedy-mystery will take place in the Solarium at Midwest Senior Care Center, 215 Summit Street in Galena. Attendees should use the employee entrance.  All shows are free and open to the public.

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September 4th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Whether you are a singer or a listener, we want to invite you to karaoke. The Galena Eagles Club is hosting karaoke the following Saturdays in September: September 7th; September 14th; and September 28th.  In addition, there will be Karaoke on Friday, September 20th.  Karaoke is open to the public, and starts at 7:00 p.m.  There is no cover charge. The club is located at 237 South Main Street, across from the DeSoto Hotel. So come have fun!

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September 4th, 2024

MT. CARROLL, IL -  TLP doesn’t stop once the summer ends! An exciting fall lineup at Timber Lake Playhouse is just beginning! The return of the beloved Church Basement Ladies, an 18+ Girls’ Night Out, and a concert paying tribute to one of the greatest rock bands of all time, TLP has something for everyone!

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September 4th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Eagles is hosting weekly Euchre.  The following Mondays are for two-handed Euchre play starting at 7:30 p.m. September 9th, September 16th, September 23rd and September 30th. We are also hosting our six-handed Euchre Tournament (where two teams of three play) on Wednesday, September 18th, also at 7:30 p.m.  Cost for either event is $10 per person. All events are open to the public.  Euchre is played at the Galena Eagles Club located at 237 South Main Street in Galena, across from the DeSoto Hotel. 

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September 4th, 2024

GALENA, IL - The American Legion Fickbohm-Hissem Post 193 gave a $1,000.00 donation to Battle Buddy Boxes at the Post monthly meeting, August 20th, 2024. This organization began locally in 2023 and has distributed over 160 boxes of useful items to Tri-State Veterans who (mostly) are in the hospital, nursing home or home care. These boxes bring real joy to Veterans.  Pictured are Valerie Slayton from Battle Buddy Boxes (and a  Post 193 member), Post Commander Jerry Howard and Post Vice Commander John Grizzoffi.

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September 4th, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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September 4th, 2024

MONROE, WI – Green County Development Corporation (GCDC) received a 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The award was bestowed specifically for the organization’s work in the Public/Private Partnership for the Home Construction Cooperative. GCDC will be acknowledged and honored at the IEDC 2024 Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado, September 15th-18th.

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September 4th, 2024

LENA, IL – LENA LIONS DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATION continues with the 73rd Annual Fall Festival, known as “The Cadillac of Small Town Festivals.” The festival will be held in downtown Lena on September 6th and 7th. This year is the 75th Anniversary of the Lena Lions Club!

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September 4th, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, September 8th at  9:00 a.m.  Join us on Facebook if you can’t be here in person.

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August 30th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – William H. (Bill) Korte passed away on August 28th, 2024, at the age of 90.  Bill was born on February 27th, 1934 to Raymond and Rose Mougin Korte in Galena, Illinois.  He graduated from Warren High School in 1952.  He served in the US Army from 1956-1958.

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August 29th, 2024

APPLE RIVER, IL – Joseph “Joe” H. McGivney, age 62, of Apple River, Illinois passed away at home with his family by his side, on Wednesday August 28,2024, after a hard fought battle with cancer.  Joe was born on March 4th, 1962 in Savanna, Illinois to Harvey and Judy (Wand) McGivney.  He was a 1980 graduate of Warren High School.  On September 22nd, 1984, he married Sue Knuckey in Schapville, Illinois.  Joe was employed by A-1 Electric in Monroe, Wisconsin for over 28 years. 

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August 28th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Voters may request a vote-by-mail ballot by calling the Jo Daviess County Clerk at 815-777-0161, emailing elections@jodaviesscountyil.gov or by completing an online application at www.jodaviesscountyil.gov/election. If you have applied to be added to the Permanent Vote by Mail list, your ballot will be automatically sent to you. In each instance, ballots will not be mailed prior to Thursday, September 26th, 2024. If voters are returning their vote-by-mail ballot application by mail, it must be received in the Clerk’s office by Thursday, October 31st, 2024, as this is the last day a ballot may be sent via USPS.

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August 28th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Music on Pearl is excited to present Americana Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist Ernie Hendrickson to the historic UU Church of Stockton, Illinois, 219 North Pearl, on Saturday, September 21st at 2:00 p.m.

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August 28th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – The Freeport Police Department kicked off a traffic safety campaign aimed at reducing impaired driving and other hazardous driving behaviors, such as distracted driving and failure to use seat belts. With powerful messages like “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “If You Feel Different, You Drive Different,” “Drive High Get a DUI” and “Click It or Ticket,” this high-visibility enforcement initiative will run from August 16th through the early morning hours of September 3rd, encompassing Labor Day weekend.

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August 28th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – The Greater Freeport Partnership was honored as a co-recipient of the Matthew Marvin Community Impact Award at the Foundation for Northwest Illinois Gala on August 17th. The Partnership’s achievements in promoting collaborative economic development initiatives in Stephenson County were noted as deserving of the honor.

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August 28th, 2024

All Meetings are Accessible via Audio Call-in

CANCELLED – Information & Communications Technology Committee Meeting
Date: Wednesday, August 28th, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Place:  Jo Daviess County Administrative Offices
(Temporary Location)    Former Galena Primary School – 219 Kelly Lane, Galena, Illinois
Agenda:   Any items that require the attention of the committee.

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August 28th, 2024

When we were kids in the early ‘70s and 80 or 90 horsepower tractor was about as big as anyone had in our neighborhood. However, all the farmers had a plethora of 30-50 horsepower tractors all over their farms that they used to grind feed, haul wagons, run the blowers to fill silos, mow, rake, chop or bale hay, or just about anything else that needed to get done in those days. We all had a bunch of these midrange tractors, and we only had one or two of what we called the big boys that we used for the bigger jobs like plowing or pulling a field cultivator to get the land ready for seeding. When I was in high school one of our neighbors splurged and bought an IH 1486 with about 140 horsepower. Man, he was really farming we thought, and he was the trendsetter in our neighborhood.

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August 28th, 2024

MAQUOKETA, IA – The Karpinske/Newman Organization is proud to announce a $1,000 donation to the Maquoketa Betterment Corporation in support of the City of Maquoketa’s efforts to create a vibrant community gathering place in downtown Maquoketa. This contribution will help fund the infrastructure for a new space on the site of the 2008 fire, which will include a permanent stage, restrooms, storage facilities, and various recreational amenities.

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August 28th, 2024

LENA, IL – Wes Offermann of Lena, Illinois recorded a hole in one on Monday, August 12th on 185 yards hole number #8 with a 7 iron.

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MONDAY, AUGUST 19TH

AT SANDBURR RUN

WARREN  189   
STOCKTON  200   
WEST CARROLL  207

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WARCATS LATE TOUCHDOWN HANDS  THE WARRIORS A 28-20 SETBACK

SOUTH WAYNE, WI – In a game that was very much like last year’s game in which the Warriors scored a late touchdown to beat the WarCats, Southwestern/East Dubuque reversed the table this year.  With the score 20-20 the visitors Aidan Colin tossed a fifty-two-yard strike to Brody Culbertson with ten seconds left that gave the WarCats a hard fought 28-20 win in both team’s season opener.

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August 28th, 2024

LENA, IL – All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 East Mason Street, Lena, Illinois. Come and join us on Sunday, September 1st, 2024 for Communion Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. This week’s gospel reading is from the Gospel Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23. Mark’s gospel depicts Jesus as challenging traditional ways in which religious people determine what is pure or impure. For Jesus, the observance of religious practices cannot become a substitute for godly words or deeds that spring from a faithful heart.

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August 28th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Center for the Arts, 971 Gear Street, Galena, Illinois will host a book signing and presentation by Galena native author Heather Swan on Thursday, August 29th at 7:00 p.m.

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Interactions Therapy Center 800 Spring Street, Suite 101, Galena, Illinois 61036 • 815-777-2850

Blog: http://interactionstherapycenter.com/ • gabbertgail@gmail.com

August 28th, 2024

Most of us are familiar with Elizabeth Kuebler-Ross’s five stages of grief. She studied people who were dying. Her model, introduced in the 1969 book, On Death and Dying, identifies five emotional stages of grief. These are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. These stages are enormously helpful to people as they try to navigate sometimes intense emotions. There are many, many emotional reactions to grief, not just these five. What is less often talked about is relief. Relief is one of many emotional responses that one can experience when someone dies.

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August 28th, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, September 1st at  9:00 a.m.  Join us on Facebook if you can’t be here in person.

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August 28th, 2024

Getting back to school is a great time to schedule a chiropractic appointment for your kids along with a spinal X-ray to make sure their spine is growing in proper alignment and assess any recent or longstanding spinal damage so that correction can be made before long-term damage has set in.

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August 28th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Rotary Club raised $5,000 for area food pantries during the “Rotary Roars for Youth” auction in May. 

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August 28th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Center for the Arts will hold auditions for the Christmas musical “The Best Holiday of All” from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 7th and Sunday, September 8th.  Auditions will take place at the Galena Center for the Arts, 971 Gear Street, Galena Illinois.

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ADVOCATING FOR MEDICARE REFORM

August 28th, 2024

“Baby steps! Baby Steps!” For those of you who remember the 1991 comedy film What About Bob? these words will elicit laughter. While watching Dr. Leo Martin’s (Richard Dreyfuss) increasing frustration as Bob (Bill Murray) fails to achieve even the smallest of goals(baby steps) makes great comedy in film, the length of time it takes to get the Senate, the House of Representatives and the President to take even small steps to reform Medicare is no laughing matter.

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August 28th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Generations of families gathered around high-top tables sipping coffee and sports drinks as their cow, pig or lamb snoozed nearby.

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August 28th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – The end of August in Northern Illinois marks the opening of many of the apple orchards in our region. These orchards grow a wide-range of unique and common apple varieties with new varieties ripening each week from now until the end of October. At many of these family owned and operated orchards, you may find pumpkins, value-added products like jams, apple cider, and donuts, and activities to keep family members entertained during your visits. 

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau

August 28th, 2024

Want home cooked meals, but short on time? I’ve got the perfect solution for you! Take part in the Ag in the Classroom Freezer meal fundraiser. You will get ten meals frozen for you and ready to re-heat. Each meal feeds three to five people.  Cost is $200.00 for the set. 

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August 28th, 2024

Small businesses and those that we serve are the backbones of the communities throughout Illinois. That’s why I’m particularly excited about Capital One’s recently unveiled $265 billion Community Benefits Plan (CBP). This ambitious initiative put together in close collaboration with the National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders (NALCAB), NeighborWorks America, the Opportunity Finance Network (OFN), and the Woodstock Institute, is set to start after the Capital One-Discover merger, and promises to make transformative impacts on communities like ours, particularly in areas like affordable housing and small businesses.

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August 28th, 2024

DARLINGTON, WI - The Optimist Club of Darlington recently  presented Addison Black with a $150 check as support for her  trip to Hawaii with the All-Stars of Music Band trip.  Pictured left to right are Optimist Club Secretary Mary Jane Sturtz, Addison Black and Optimist Club Treasurer Tom Daly.

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August 28th, 2024

DARLINGTON, WI - At their August monthly board meeting, the Optimist Club of Darlington presented the Lafayette County  Historical Society with a $250 check.  This was the income from the cheese curd stand that was held at the depot museum to raise money for the caboose project.  Pictured left to right: Historical Society Vice President Tammy Kilby, Optimist Club Secretary Mary Jane Sturtz, Historical Society member Nancy Winslow and Optimist Treasurer Tom Daly.

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STOCKTON PARK HOUSE   • JULY 24TH, 2024  •  REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES • 6:30 P.M.

Published August 28th, 2024

Meeting called to order by President Calvin Klopf at 6:30 p.m.

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August 28th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Stockton Heritage Museum will host three former members of the 1960s band, The NOMADDS, on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Stockton Heritage Museum, 107 West Front Avenue, in Stockton, Illinois.

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August 28th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Apple River Canyon was a local attraction long before it became a State Park in 1932.  Back in the early 1800s it had been the site of K Frink and Walker Stagecoach stop after the construction of a sawmill in 1836. 

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August 28th, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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August 28th, 2024

NORTHWEST ILLINOIS – The Daily Drawing is a drawing for 366 daily cash prizes from October 1st, 2023 through September 30th, 2024 to those donating for a ticket. Over $21,000 is paid out to ticket holders during the drawing year. Cash prizes vary between $50.00 and $250.00. A ticket may win multiple times as each ticket remains in the drawing each day for the entire year, no matter how often it may be drawn.

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August 28th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On August 17th, 2024, at 5:56 p.m., Officers of the Freeport Police Department were dispatched to a residence in the 1400 block of Mark Drive regarding an individual who was found deceased inside of the residence. When Officers arrived, they discovered a 23-year-old male victim in a bedroom with apparent gunshot wounds who was deceased. Jace Glasgow, a resident of the City of Freeport, has been identified as the individual who died as a result of being struck by gunfire.

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August 28th, 2024

WARREN, IL – The Warren Library would like to thank Hartzell’s IGA for hosting the pork chop lunch on Friday, August 16th. We would also like to thank all the wonderful citizens for your donations towards our newspaper digitization project! Your donations are greatly appreciated! We also thank those who made a donation that night at our Movie Night.

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As Democrats Tout how they “Deliver,” Their Policies Tell the Real Story

www.SenatorChesney.com

August 28th, 2024

In a remarkable turn of events last week, Republicans and Democrats were aligned on supporting police and using fences and walls to keep people outside of spaces where they’re not supposed to be. No, pigs weren’t flying, and the underworld had not frozen over.

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August 28th, 2024

HANOVER, IL – The Hanover Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce Mallardfest 2024. This community festival will take place on Saturday, September 21st, 2024. The event will feature a parade honoring the Hanover Volunteer Fire Department’s 135th anniversary, food, games, music, and fireworks along the picturesque Apple River at White Park.

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August 28th, 2024

GALENA, IL— September 3rd will be an exciting day at Midwest Medical Center in Galena.

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August 28th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is bringing his Community Connections Tour to Stephenson County on August 28th with an event in Freeport. Joining the Senator as a co-host for the meeting is Stephenson County Board Chairman Scott Helms.

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August 26th, 2024

BLOOMINGTON, MN – With heavy hearts, we remember my father, Bill Zeigle, who passed away on August 19th. He was a long-time resident of Bloomington, Minnesota, (formerly of Warren, Illinois) was a cherished husband, father, grandfather and friend. He graduated from Warren High School in 1951. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, our mother Helen, who left us in 2007.

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August 21st, 2024

CHICAGO, IL –  Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced a pivotal $20 million commitment to further elevate Illinois’ position as a national leader in technology and innovation through the Venture Investment for Semiconductor Technology Advancement (VISTA) initiative. This strategic funding will strengthen Illinois’ already robust ecosystem, catalyzing transformative innovations and attracting substantial private investments that will drive the state’s leadership in semiconductor technology.

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HOW TO BE A ‘SEASONAL’ INVESTOR

August 21st, 2024

As we move from summer to autumn, temperatures are dropping and days are getting shorter. But you can also experience different “seasons” in various aspect of your life — including when you invest.

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August 21st, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On August 4th, 2024, at 10:35 p.m., a male wearing a blue jacket with no shirt and dark pants approached the front of the Freeport Police Department from the area of Cherry Avenue and Exchange Street. The male threw a rock through one of the front glass doors of the Freeport Police Department, breaking the glass in the door.

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August 21st, 2024

LENA, IL – Seen above are three of the delegates that the Lena American Legion Auxiliary sent to the 83rd Session of the American Legion Auxiliary Illini Girls State program.  These three young ladies attended a meeting to report on theirexperience. From left to right: Hannah Pecoraro, Eden Dietz and Rhianna England.  The American Legion Auxiliary thanks the following for helping support this program: Citizens’ State Bank, Community Bank, Coach’s, Village of Lena, Lena Lions, Lena Volunteer Firemen and Leamon’s.

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August 21st, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Brothers, Jim Katzenberger of Lena, Illinois and Jerry Katzenberger of Delevan, Wisconsin, was on the 2024 Vets Roll to Washington, D.C.  Both are U.S. Air Force veterans as is a younger brother, Julian Katzenberger of California.  Jim enlisted in 1958, Jerry in 1964 and Julian in 1971.

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August 21st, 2024

DARLINGTON, WI – Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County’s CEO, Kathy Kuepers, will retire in 2025.

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August 21st, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Youth in Stephenson County exhibited 4-H projects this past month at various shows held at the Stephenson County Fairgrounds and the Extension Office- on Highland Community College’s campus.  Enrollment in the local 4-H program increased this past year with 50 plus new members joining 4-H.  University of Illinois Extension 4-H Program Coordinator Brenda Heimann informs, “Youth in our county are looking for programs that engage them in areas that interest them. 4-H brings project learning to a whole new level by learning by doing, with areas such as: animal science, aerospace, leadership, civic engagement, creative arts, environmental sciences, foods, healthy living, woodworking, and STEM. Youth enrolled in 4-H find a sense of belonging and build lifelong connections with the mentors, leaders, and peers they interact with at club meetings and other 4-H programs.”

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August 21st, 2024

Liquor Commission Meeting
Date: Wednesday, August 21st, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Place: Jo Daviess County Administrative Offices (Temporary Location) Former Galena Primary School – 219 Kelly Lane, Galena, Illinois
Agenda:   Any items that require the attention of the committee.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 15TH

AT SANDBURR RUN

AMBOY  191   
WEST CARROLL  222

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EASTLAND INVITATIONAL

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17TH

AT LAKE CARROLL

TEANM SCORES: Oregon 438, Le-Win/Pearl City 466, Galena 474, Eastland NA

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August 21st, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced that the unemployment rate increased +0.2 percentage point to 5.2 percent, while nonfarm payrolls increased +12,900 in July, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and released by IDES. The June revised unemployment rate was 5.0 percent, unchanged from the preliminary June unemployment rate. The June monthly change in payrolls was revised from the preliminary report, from +10,400 to -4,300 jobs. The July unemployment rate and payroll jobs estimate reflect activity for the week including the 12th.

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August 21st, 2024

LENA, IL –  One hundred and thirty seven golfers showed up on Saturday, July 13th to the 13th Annual Epilepsy Golf Outing at Wolf Hollow Golf Course in Lena, Illinois.

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Regular Board of Trustees Meeting • Monday, July 22nd, 2024 • 7:00 p.m.                    

Published August 21st, 2024

The regular board meeting was held on Monday, July 22nd, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Warren Village Hall.

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August 21st, 2024

Disc herniations in the lumbar spine (low back) can make your life painful, interfering with many daily activities including walking, running, biking, sitting, bending over, and even sleeping.  Just finding a comfortable resting position can be challenging and if you’ve ever had a disc herniation, you know how painful it can be and how much it can alter your quality of life.  It can cause shooting pain down your leg, a burning, shooting, or sharp sensation, muscle weakness, knee pain, and numbness and/or tingling in your leg and feet.

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August 21st, 2024

Last week my wife and I took her sister and our oldest grandson with us to the Wisconsin State Fair in Milwaukee for the day. We try to get to the fair each year because there’s always so much to see and eat. Our first stop was to see the Kids from Wisconsin singing group where high school students from all over the state sing and dance around on stage for an hour and a half or so. They also have a ten- or twelve-member jazz band that plays along with them. They did some songs from each of the past few decades as part of their act. Their enthusiasm and skill was very impressive. My wife and I and her sister were once in the high school swing choir and so we find it fun to watch the show each year. Now I must say that our days in the swing choir surely did not even begin to scratch the surface of what the Kids from Wisconsin can do. It’s absolutely as different as night and day.

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Are You Kidding? What Are You Thinking?

August 21st, 2024

Please don’t make the mistake, as some do (even some Alderpersons at times), and think that the HUSH Report writes columns intending to make the Galena City Council look bad at times.

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DAILY MARIJUANA USE INCREASES RISK OF HEAD AND NECK CANCERS

August 21st, 2024

According to the National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR) more than 71,000 cases of head and neck cancers will be diagnosed this year in America. The National Cancer Institute reports that approximately 69 percent  of people with a diagnosis of oral or throat cancer will survive five years or longer after their diagnosis. However, if the cancer metastasizes that rate drops to 14 percent. About 61 percent of people diagnosed with cancer of the larynx will be alive five years later, but that rate drops to 16 percent if the cancer spreads.

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August 21st, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – The Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau Foundation announced that it is accepting Books by the Bushel grant applications.

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August 21st, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Farmland values continue to rise but show signs of cooling off compared to increases in recent years.

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau  By Annette Eggers

August 21st, 2024

Mark your calendars. The cover crop field day is set for Friday, September 13th starting at 11:30 a.m.

• Date: Friday, September 13th
• Time:  11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Location: first field entrance south of 4629 Illinois Route 78 on the east side of 78. (South of Stockton)
• Full details to come

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August 21st, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – An appeals court last week reversed state regulators’ approval of a permit for the Illinois portion of an 800-mile, high-voltage transmission line, setting up a possible fight at the state’s Supreme Court.

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August 21st, 2024

LENA, IL – All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 East Mason Street, Lena, Illinois. Come and join us on Sunday, August 25th, 2024 for Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. This week’s gospel reading is from the Gospel John 6:56-69. The “hard saying” that offends Jesus’ disciples is his claim that his followers must eat his flesh and drink his blood. The followers who return to their old lives know something about how odd this sounds. Simon Peter, on the other hand, knows something about the scarcity of living, gracious words. He asks the most important question: “To whom shall we go?”

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August 21st, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, August 25th at 9:00 a.m.  Join us on Facebook if you can’t be here in person.

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August 21st, 2024

GALENA, IL – Did you know Jo Daviess County has eight of the ten highest elevations in the state of Illinois? That 31.3% of the county’s workers are employed out of state? That the average daily traffic count on Highway 20 is 9,400 in Galena and 13,400 in East Dubuque? That 42.3% of the county’s households are ‘housing cost-burdened’ (paying 30% or more of their income for housing)? That in just five years (2017 -2022) land used for vegetables harvested for sale jumped from 13 farms with 103 acres to 26 farms with 811 acres? That the county is home to 28 species of threatened or endangered animals? These are just a few of the amazing facts presented in the county’s updated Comprehensive Plan approved by the County Board in July.

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August 21st, 2024

GALENA, IL – Tickets are now on sale for Riverview Center’s 27th annual Duck Derby to be held on Sunday, October 13th, the final day of Galena’s Country Fair. Proceeds from the Duck Derby support 100% free and 100% confidential services for survivors of sexual and domestic violence provided by Riverview Center.

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REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES MINUTES • JULY 9TH, 2024

Published August 21st, 2024

Call to Order:

President Kunz called the meeting to order on July 9th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. and asked the Clerk to call the roll.

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August 21st, 2024

WARREN, IL – We are sure to remember that our next meeting Tuesday August 27th, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.

The Wizard of Oz was a great success. Hope everyone enjoyed themselves. See you at the next meeting.

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August 21st, 2024

LENA, IL – A new exhibit is open at the Lena Area Historical Museum. The exhibit, Capturing History with Real Photo Postcards, explores the popular pastime of collecting postcards during the early 1900s.

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August 21st, 2024

MOUNT CARROLL, IL – As Timber Lake Playhouse bids farewell to its summer season, the excitement doesn’t end there. The playhouse is set to offer a schedule of events this autumn and winter, catering to long-time patrons, young families and new audiences alike.

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August 21st, 2024

MT. CARROLL, IL – Timber Lake Playhouses’ 2024 summer season comes to a close with Jekyll and Hyde. The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life on the Timber Lake Playhouse stage in the musical phenomenon based on the classic story by Robert Louis Stevenson. Featuring a thrilling score of pop rock hits from multi-Grammy- and Tony-nominated Frank Wildhorn and double-Oscar- and Grammy-winning Leslie Bricusse, Jekyll and Hyde has mesmerized audiences the world over.

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August 21st, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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August 21st, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Members of the Carpenter-Vanderheyden  Family reunion gathered at the Stockton Park House for the 105th gathering.  Celebrated were the August birthdays of Jack Vanderheyden, and Danny Broshous and the 96th birthday on September 1st of Helen Raab.   

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August 21st, 2024

SAVANNA, IL – Riverview Center will host the inaugural Riverview Rally on Saturday, August 31st, 2024 in Savanna, Illinois.

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August 21st, 2024

Summer vacation is coming to a close! My mother always said time goes faster when you get older.  I wasn’t planning on being older yet!

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August 21st, 2024

GALENA, IL – Any candidate wishing to have a write-in vote count toward their nomination or election, must file a Declaration of Intent to be a Write-In Candidate form.

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August 21st, 2024

APPLE RIVER, IL – On Saturday, August 24th and Sunday, August 25th, the Apple River American Legion and Apple River Fire Department will once again be hosting their annual Chicken Bar-B-Que and Park Days.

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August 20th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Richard “Dick” Dean Norman, 88, residing in Elizabeth, Illinois, formerly of Downers Grove, Illinois passed away at Midwest Medical Center, Galena, Illinois on Monday, August 19th, 2024.

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August 20th, 2024

HANOVER, IL – Betty Lou Patterson, age 85, of Hanover, Illinois, passed away at Midwest Senior Care Center, in Galena, Illinois, on August 18th, 2024.  A funeral service will be held Thursday, August 22nd, at Law Jones Funeral Home, in Hanover, at 10:30 a.m.  Visitation will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 21st, also at the funeral home.  Burial will follow at Log Church Cemetery in rural Hanover.

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August 14th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – At our monthly meeting in July, we had the exciting opportunity to see the completed educational trailer that we donated to the conservation police. The trailer, now finished and polished, proudly displays our logo on the sides, symbolizing our commitment to community safety and education. This project has been a significant milestone for us, and seeing it come to fruition was incredibly rewarding. The conservation police expressed their gratitude, emphasizing how the trailer will enhance their outreach efforts and educational programs. We’re proud to support their mission and look forward to seeing the positive impact this trailer will have in our community.

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August 14th, 2024

LENA, IL – Citizens State Bank is pleased to announce that Retail Officer, Ashley Chambers, is a recent graduate of the CBAI Community Banker’s School Program. CBAI, also known as Community Bankers Association of Illinois, hosts a variety of educational forums, seminars, and programs for bankers in Illinois and at the national level.

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“Clear Mind, Open Heart” Counseling in Apple River and Galena, Illinois

August 14th, 2024

Nearly everyone’s life has been impacted, directly or indirectly, by divorce. Immediately following divorce, families are faced with a storm of change and intense emotions. Some families transition through this time until a new “normal” is established. However, some families experience years of arguing, court costs, and stressed relationships which gets in the way of moving on.

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August 14th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Home baking and food preservation have seen a resurgence in recent years. Aspiring business owners often research the steps for taking their enjoyable hobby to the next level. Learn more about the rules and regulations behind certified home kitchens and cottage foods and meet two entrepreneurs whose version of “working from home” involves cooking, preserving and baking.

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800 Spring Street, Suite 101, Galena, Illinois 61036 • 815-777-2850

Blog:http://interactionstherapycenter.com/ • gabbertgail@gmail.com

August 14th, 2024

JD Vance said that after the sexual revolution of the 1960s, “It was easier for people to shift spouses, like they change their underwear.” He postulated that children suffered when their parents divorced, even when the marriages were unhappy or “maybe even violent.” He told an audience at an Orange County event that his grandparents did not divorce despite an incredibly chaotic and violent marriage. He added, “And maybe it [divorce] worked out for the moms and dads, though I’m skeptical. But it really didn’t work out for the kids of those marriages. And I think that’s what all of us should be honest about.”

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August 14th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Calls of “Justice for Sonya” rang through the sanctuary of a church on Chicago’s West Side on Tuesday at a rally hosted in response to the death of Sonya Massey on July 6th.

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August 14th, 2024

I love Bible prophecy. For the last twenty years I have been studying it and concluded like many other Bible teachers that the Word of God makes it very clear that the world is approaching the end. Let me explain.

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August 14th, 2024

KEWANEE, IL – The Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association (ILICA) is hosting its Area 3 – Trap Shoot and Golf Outing on September 13th, 2024 in Kewanee, Illinois. For over a decade, Illinois LICA has hosted golf outings throughout the state, recently pairing these events with trap shoots, to bring local contractors, businesses, and landowners together for some friendly competition, a chance to win cash prizes, and networking within the conservation and construction industries.

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August 14th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – The Rural Ideas Summit, a dynamic virtual summit, is set to take place on September 12th, 2024, bringing together rural entrepreneurs and economic development agencies for a day of transformative learning and collaboration. This one-day event is dedicated to equipping participants with the tools and strategies needed to thrive in today’s digital landscape.

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August 14th, 2024

WARREN, IL – Come to the Warren Library for a FREE movie and popcorn on Friday, August 16th at 8:15 p.m. Drinks and candy will be available for purchase. Weather permitting, this will be held outside so please bring your own chair and blanket. We will be accepting donations for our Newspaper Digitization Project that night as well. Please call (815) 745-2076 if you plan to attend.

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August 14th, 2024

LENA, IL – All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 East Mason Street, Lena, Illinois. Come and join us on Sunday, August 18th, 2024 for Communion Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. This week’s gospel reading is from the Gospel John 6:51-58. In John’s gospel, the feeding of the five thousand leads to extended teaching in which Jesus identifies himself as the true “bread of life.” Finally, in these verses, he makes a connection that would not be understood until after his death, in light of the church’s celebration of Holy Communion.

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August 14th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Once again the town of Stockton will be closing off the street and holding their annual Fall into Stockton event. This is a great time for the whole family.

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August 14th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Calvary Church of Stockton is competing the month of August with a Mission Weekend. Lowell and Claudia Wertz of “Joy in the Harvest” in Tanzania, Africa, are home on furlough and traveling throughout the Midwest.  Their ministry is  located on the shore of Lake Tanganyika, in Tanzania, a country with the Serengeti and all of Africa’s “big five” animals, and home to Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world.

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August 14th, 2024

Chiropractic Biophysics Technique and the work that Drs. Harrison have done to research spinal biomechanics by applying the science of mathematics and engineering to the spine through sound chiropractic care has benefited many thousands of people if not millions through all of the chiropractic clinics that professionally utilize CBP Technique to restore proper spinal alignment and function and our patient of the month, Chris is no exception.

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42 Grants Awarded to Organizations in Compeer Territory

August 14th, 2024

SUN PRAIRIE, WI – Compeer Financial’s Fund for Rural America, the Farm Credit cooperative’s giving program, has awarded 42 General Use Grants, totaling nearly $197,000. These grants fund initiatives and organizations whose work enriches agriculture and rural America, aligning with Compeer Financial’s mission.

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August 14th, 2024

JO DAVIESS COUNTY, IL – On August 7th, 2024, all registered voters in Jo Daviess County that had not previously applied to be placed on the Permanent Vote by Mail list were mailed a blank application. Pursuant to 10 ILCS 5/19-2.5, this notice MUST be mailed to all registered voters before each General and Consolidated Election, unless the voter has specifically opted out of the mailing. If you complete this application, please know you will automatically be sent a ballot via USPS for each election and you will not be able to vote early or in person at the polls on Election Day unless it is surrendered back to an election official on or before Election Day.

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New Budget…Same Spending

August 14th, 2024

This last meeting’s Consent Agenda listed an item that would approve the City amending this year’s budget to include more funds to be spent to pay additional legal fees to AGHL Law. This is for the City’s on-going legal fight, alongside the Chicago developer and a few local supporters, to push the Parker Project right into our neighborhood.

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August 14th, 2024

LENA, IL - The 13th District American Legion Family held a joint installation in Lena, Illinois on July 20th, 2024. Pictured is 13th  District American Legion Commander Jerry Howard of Galena, 13th District  American Legion Auxiliary President Jerri Akins of Warren, and 14th District Sons of the American Legion Commander Jerry Griffen of Forreston.

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August 14th, 2024

LENA, IL – The Lena Beautification Committee and LBPA have chosen the home of Richard and Nancy Jogerst, at 308 W. Lena St., as the YARD OF THE MONTH for July. 

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WHAT YOUR TONGUE CAN SAY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH

August 14th, 2024

Examining your tongue is a vital part of your oral exam. The shape, color, and any lesions, pain, burning, swelling, or coating on your tongue not only tells your dentist a lot about your oral health but also your overall health.

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau

August 14th, 2024

We had a HOT day for our field day last week. Close to 90 people braved the heat to learn more about sustainable farming practices. Thanks to everyone that came out!

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August 14th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – As participation in Highland Community College’s (HCC) Agriculture program continues to grow, a grant secured by State Senator Andrew Chesney helps ensure students will have access to enhanced hands-on learning and field work.

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August 14th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On August 10th, 2024, an Officer with the Freeport Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Ringold Street and Railroad Avenue. The driver of the vehicle was identified as 48-year-old Isaac V. Brown, Jr. of Freeport. During the traffic stop, Officers located and recovered a loaded semi-automatic pistol immediately accessible to Brown.

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August 14th, 2024

ARGYLE, WI – On Saturday, August 17th, from noon to 5:00 p.m, Historic Argyle invites you to the Summer Open House at the Saxton House, located at 204 North State Street, Argyle, Wisconsin. This historic residence was the childhood home of Robert “Fighting Bob” LaFollette, a distinguished American politician and former Governor of Wisconsin. The event is complimentary and will feature local history celebrations with music, speakers, a food truck and a variety of vendors offering quilts, ceramics, books, and crafts.  Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the live music and speakers.

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August 14th, 2024

All Meetings are Accessible via Audio Call-in

Social and Environmental Committee Meeting
Date: Thursday, August 15th, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Place: Jo Daviess County Administrative Offices (Temporary Location) Former Galena Primary School – 219 Kelly Lane, Galena, Illinois
Agenda: Any items that require the attention of the committee.

Board & Committee Meeting Agendas can be found on the
Jo Daviess County website www.jodaviesscountyil.gov

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August 14th, 2024

NORTHWEST ILLINOIS – The highly anticipated 10th Annual Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing is back, offering a chance to win cash prizes while supporting local nonprofits. To celebrate the 10th anniversary, five new $500 prizes will be awarded.

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August 14th, 2024

In September 2021, the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act was signed into law and is now changing the way ComEd and other energy providers are crediting those with renewable energy sources. This change will take place on January 1st, 2025. However, there are still many questions involved with this development.

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August 14th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Sunday, August 18th, Calvary Church of Stockton will host a special service.  “Westward Bound,” a trio on tour, will be performing during the 10:00 a.m. service. They provide a unique blend of gospel and modern worship music.  The trio consists of a dynamic family led by Scott Roberts, a 20-year veteran worship leader, and his award-winning wife and vocalist Kelli Roberts. Their son, Garrett Roberts, completes this gifted musical family with his smooth vocal tones.  Come for an “out of the box” take on worship and gospel music.  The public is invited to attend.

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August 14th, 2024

GALENA, IL – A comedy about murder, slapstick and insanity, Wisconsin playwright Lisa Rowe’s play, Psych, tells the story of a renowned psychiatrist who has been framed for murder, and whose life begins to unravel as he tries to seek help from a fellow shrink. A psychic, with her own secrets, tries to assist. Joining the bolts of comedic desperation are an inexperienced detective and a hot-under-the-collar gangster. Each performance will include a cameo appearance from a very special person representing that performance’s sponsor.

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August 14th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Broad Ideas brings back Bingo! Broad Ideas is a monthlong celebration of women held at Galena Center for the Arts. It includes a visual art show, songwriters’ showcase and a written word presentation. For more information check out www.broadideas.org. In order to raise money for the Broad Scholarships which have been given for the last seven years to established and aspiring artists, musicians and/or authors, the Broads have decided to arrange a big, fun bingo party.  This party will be held November 13th, 2024 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Vista room at Chestnut Mountain Resort.

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August 14th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL –   The Music Arts and Recreation Society of Stockton (MARSS) invite you to attend the 4th Stockton Music in the Park Concert on Friday night, August 23rd.  (This is the last summer concert but watch for upcoming information about a fall and winter series!)

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August 14th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On August 10th, 2024, Freeport Police Department Detectives, along with the assistance of the Chicago Police Department District 3 Tactical Unit, arrested Christopher A. Calvin, a 39-year-old former resident of Freeport, at East 63rd Street and Harper Avenue in the City of Chicago on an outstanding warrant for First Degree Murder and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon. The arrest of Calvin was the result of an investigation stemming from a homicide that occurred on November 26th, 2023.

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August 14th, 2024

JO DAVIESS COUNTY, IL – Jo Daviess County Health Department is warning the public to beware of wild animals that may carry rabies, especially bats. The Illinois Department of Public Health has confirmed that a bat in Galena tested positive for Rabies.   

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August 14th, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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August 14th, 2024

LENA, IL – On  Saturday, August 17th, Mr. Jon McGenty of Pecatonica, will present a program on the “Stagecoach Era.” He will tell about the time when stagecoaches were the primary mode of transportation for people and goods.  This will be an interesting afternoon hearing about the stagecoach stops between Chicago to northwest Illinois.

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August 14th, 2024

Most of us know the process of how a bill becomes a law. While that process directs the flow of bills that are filed, just how do thousands of policy ideas each year become bills in the first place?

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August 14th, 2024

WARREN, IL – The Warren Library will be doing a fundraiser for our Newspaper Digitization Project on Friday, August 16th at Hartzell’s IGA from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We will be selling Porkchop Sandwiches and French Fries. Our first group of newspapers that are being digitized are from 1857-1945. Help us preserve these historical records. Once digitized these will be placed on this website for anyone to access: http://idnc.library.illinois.edu. Click on “Jo Daviess” and then on the newspaper you want to browse.

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August 14th, 2024

WARREN, IL – The fellow tractor pullers of the Badger State Tractor Pullers posed for a photo before the pulls at the Jo Daviess County Fair on Saturday, August 3rd to celebrate 50 years of Gary Brinkmeier pulling for Badger State Tractor Pullers. Gary has been a member since the start.

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August 14th, 2024

WARREN, IL – We have been a totally free publication for 71 years and have relied on advertising revenue to fund our publication.  In the past three years we have received printing and mailing increases multiple times per year in comparison to every two years historically.  We just received another 8% increase in July from the USPS. We have been asking for voluntary subscriptions of $40.00 to keep the costs to our advertisers down.  We have received voluntary subscriptions from some of our readers and we cannot thank them enough.  We are asking the rest of our readers to PLEASE send in their $40.00 voluntary subscriptions to help us absorb these multiple USPS increases per year.  We want to keep our advertising costs down as much as possible to our advertisers.

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August 14th, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, August 18th at 9:00 a.m. Join us on Facebook if you can’t make it in person!  We will have a special reception in Luther Hall following the August 18th worship service celebrating Pastor Dave’s and his wife Lynn’s 40th wedding anniversary!

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August 13th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Diana L. Thill-Reed formerly of Lena, Illinois, currently of Freeport, Illinois, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 18th, 2024.

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August 8th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Sherry Lee Ege, age 61, of Elizabeth, Illinois passed away Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Freeport, Illinois on December 23rd, 1962 to the late Ivor and Norma (Reed) Raab. She married Ronald Ege on June 26th, 1998 at Christ Lutheran Church in Stockton.

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August 7th, 2024

THOMSON, IL – The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge (Refuge) is celebrating 100 years of conservation and recreation in 2024! The Savanna District staff and volunteers would like to invite you to join in the celebrations happening throughout the year, including a Nature Journaling Program where participants can learn a new skill or advance in their current knowledge.

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August 7th, 2024

LENA, IL – The Lena American Legion Auxiliary will meet at the Post home on Wednesday, August 14th at 6:00 p.m. for pizza.  The American Legion Auxiliary Illini Girls State delegates will speak on their experience.

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August 7th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – A fresh season of opportunities to try new things with Highland Community College Lifelong Learning started Monday, August 5th.

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August 7th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Freeport Cruise Night returns to Downtown Freeport on Saturday, August 10th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. attracting car enthusiasts, families and guests from around the region for a fantastic event.

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Galena Taxes: Facts and Figures

August 7th, 2024

For the most part, the City of Galena is transparent with the taxes they charge and the tax revenue they receive. Most of our tax information is listed clearly on the city website in the Open Government section. If you take the time to look through the information and relate it to the published budget, a resident can see all of the taxes they are required to pay and the amount of those taxes and how they are spent. Here are the taxes and fees Galena residents pay and taxes and fees the city collects:

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August 7th, 2024

LENA, IL – The SONS of the American Legion in Lena once again taking veterans to a Chicago Cubs game.  The eight veterans were treated to lunch, the game, a Cubs shirt, a cap from their branch of service and a drink at the park.

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August 7th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Freeport Public Library and the Lincoln Douglas Society announce their fourth annual Pretzel City Authors’ Fest! Join the fun at Debate Square from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 24th, 2024.

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August 7th, 2024

GRATIOT, WI – Randy Sigafus and Jack Fuchs with the Gratiot VFW present scholarship certificates to Black Hawk seniors Gavin Smith and Veronica Cheatham.

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Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees • Stone House • June 24th, 2024 • 7:00 p.m.

Published August 7th, 2024

The Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 24th, 2024.  Members present were Nicole Winter, Ruth Foley, Scott Ohms, and John Duerr. Kristy Schueller entered at 7:03 p.m. Trustees Janet Werner and Garrett Hillary were absent. Village Clerk Deven Morgensen, Village Treasurer Marissa Marquith, Ron Duerr, Dave Fosler, Zach Winter, Fran Edwards, Jerry Edwards, Bob Wachter and Art Morby were also present.

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August 7th, 2024

I was up early last Saturday in order to get my chores done before heading off to the ballpark for a Co-ed softball tournament. Little did I know it was going to be an all-day affair.

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EASING DENTAL ANXIETY

August 7th, 2024

People can develop dental anxiety for a number of reasons. Sometimes the seeds of dental fear are planted in childhood. When parents or grandparents are afraid of the dentist, children will pick up on this. A parent may also say something like, “We are going to the dentist today. If you do not cry, I will give you a treat.” The first thing the child thinks is, “What’s a dentist and what is he going to do to make me want to cry.”

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August 7th, 2024

LENA, IL –  August 2024 Current needs for the Stephenson County VA Pantry:

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August 7th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Gordon Lightfoot’s song The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald depicts the Midwest’s waterways simultaneously as a robust economic and recreational force and a terrifying force of nature. As beautiful as the rivers and lakes of Illinois are, any body of water can become dangerous and deadly when mixing boating and alcohol. Alcohol drastically increases the risks and dangers of boating in Illinois waterways. The Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) urges boat operators and passengers to be responsible, practice moderation, and understand the threats of drinking and boating.

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August 7th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – With plenty of summer left to go, livestock producers are reminded to monitor animals and implement management practices to reduce the risk of heat stress.

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August 7th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Our time at the Stephenson County Fair was nothing short of fantastic! The fair provided a wonderful opportunity for Stephenson County Crime Stop to engage with the community and spread awareness about our mission to combat crime through active community involvement.

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August 7th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The American Legion Fickbohm-Hissem Post 193, Galena, meets the 3rd Tuesday each month.

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August 7th, 2024

BRODHEAD, WI – Green County Development Corporation (GCDC) is adding a twist to the Community Conversation circuit, with the addition of a brief educational component. Community members from throughout the county are encouraged to come share their thoughts and ideas for Green County and will learn more about GCDC’s activities while also getting a few tips on varied subjects from local experts.

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August 7th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The League of Women Voters of Jo Daviess County (LWV-JDC) invites our fellow citizens to a Recycle, Repurpose, Reuse Event on Friday, August 23rd (9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.), Saturday, August 24th (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and Sunday, August 25th (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) at the home of Bonnie and John Cox, 906 Third Street, Galena, Illinois.

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August 7th, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the twelfth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, August 11th at 9:00 a.m. We will have a special blessing of the backpacks for the Healthy Wolves program. Join us on Facebook if you can’t be here in person.

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August 7th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Join the Women of Courage and Commitment as they introduce you to early ladies of the theater. Learn about the life and times of these legends of the stage. The show will be presented on August 11th, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at the lovely restored Cording barn at Hawk Valley Retreat and Cottages at 2752 West Cording Road. Tickets are $20.00 at the door. Beverages and light refreshments are included. Reservations are required. Email debpausz@gmail.com or call 815-777- 6932.

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August 7th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) invites everyone to Meteors on the Mound for a glimpse of the Perseid meteor shower from atop Horseshoe Mound Preserve on Saturday, August 10th from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Horseshoe Mound is one of the highest points in Jo Daviess County and offers spectacular views of the tristate area from several different outlooks. This is the only time of the year that the preserve is open to the public after dark so it is a special occasion. Suggested donation of $10.00/person or $25.00/family. RSVP’s are not required.

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August 7th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – The MARSS group is grateful for the support we have had from the Stockton Community as we have launched our music series. Although we are grateful to our corporate donors (listed at the end of this article), we are appreciative of all the individuals who have shown their enthusiasm … from a contribution to the donation container to buying a brat or burger at our fund raiser at Ace Hardware to attending one or more of our concerts. We are so appreciative!

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August 7th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On July 30th, 2024, Detectives with the Freeport Police Department served a search warrant at a residence in the 700 block of South Float Avenue. During a search of the residence, live ammunition, magazines and firearms accessories were located. A search warrant was also executed on a blue 2008 Chevrolet that was parked at the residence. During a search of the Chevrolet, three loaded semi-automatic Glock pistols with extended magazines were recovered.

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August 7th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Hear we go again… every four years I put my regular life on hold and spend a couple weeks watching one of my favorite things…the Summer Olympic Games or “PARIS 2024.”

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August 7th, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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August 7th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Livestock managers and owners are invited to join U of I Extension for a Storing Forages: Balancing Cost and Performance workshop on Thursday, September 19th.   U of I Extension Livestock Specialist Dr Teresa Steckler will be the featured speaker.  The workshop will be held at the Lena Community Center, 497 Lions Drive, Lena, Illinois, starting at 6:30 p.m.    

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August 7th, 2024

WARREN, IL – Jaylyn Carter was crowned on Thursday evening, August 1st.

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August 7th, 2024

GRATIOT, WI – The Paul Family Bluegrass Band will be performing at the Gratiot Park on Saturday, August 10th, at 7:00 p.m.

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August 6th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Shirley Ann Potter, age 95, of Elizabeth, Illinois, passed away August 3rd, 2024 at her home, with her family by her side.  A funeral service, will be held Thursday, August 8th, 2024 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, in Hanover, Illinois, at 11:00 a.m.  Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., prior to the service.  Burial will follow at Elizabeth Cemetery.

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August 6th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Nancy M. Siergiej, 72 of Stockton, Illinois passed away on Sunday, August 4th. 2024 surrounded by her family at SSM St. Mary’s in Madison, Wisconsin. She was born on July 19th, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois to Frank and Ann (Synoga) Moore. She was a 1970 graduate of the Jones Commercial High School in Chicago, Illinois.  She married the love of her life, Mitchell Siergiej, on April 22nd, 1972, in Chicago, Illinois. Shortly after they moved to Camp Lejuene in North Carolina where Mitch was based for the Marines. Later that year they came back to Illinois to start their family. 

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August 5th, 2024

WARREN, IL – Rebecca J. Sanders, 66, of Warren, Illinois passed away peacefully at FHN Memorial Hospital on Thursday, August 1st, 2024. She was born on September 11th, 1957, in Freeport, Illinois to Charles and Elinor (Sigafus) Williams. Rebecca enjoyed watching old western shows and had a love for horses. It meant the world to her to live with her daughter Katie and her children.

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R.I.P.

JANICE GEACH

July, 29th, 2024

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August 1st, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Henry Richard Groezinger, age 54, of Elizabeth, Illinois, was welcomed into the presence of Jesus his Savior on July 29th, 2024. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 at Crossroads Community Church, in Freeport, Illinois. Visitation will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, August 5th, at Law Jones Funeral Home, in Elizabeth, as well as one hour prior to Tuesday’s service.  Burial is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, at Derinda Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.  

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July 31st, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Mop Shop, located at 219 Summit Street in Lord of Love Lutheran Church in Galena, provides cleaning supplies to those in Jo Daviess County who self-identify as being in need. To date, 1,624 clients and family members from ten communities within the county have registered. 

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July 31st, 2024

GALENA, IL – Whether you are a singer or a listener, we want to invite you to karaoke. The Galena Eagles Club is hosting karaoke the following Saturdays in August: August 3rd, August 10th, August 17th, August 24th and August 31st.  Karaoke is open to the public, and starts at 7:00 p.m. There is no cover charge. The club is located at 237 South Main Street, across from the DeSoto Hotel. So come have fun!

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July 31st, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Severe weather damage struck close to home for thousands of Illinois residents last week as a powerful derecho tore through the state.

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July 31st, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Eagles is hosting weekly Euchre.  Mondays are for two-handed Euchre play starting at 7:30 p.m.  We are also hosting our six-handed Euchre Tournament where two teams of three play, on Wednesday, August 21st, also at 7:30 p.m.  Cost for either event is $10 per person. All events are open to the public.  Euchre is played at the Galena Eagles Club located at 237 South Main Street in Galena, across from the DeSoto Hotel. 

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July 31st, 2024

LENA, IL – All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 East Mason Street, Lena, Illinois. Come and join us on Sunday, August 4th, 2024 for Communion Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. This week’s gospel reading is from the Gospel John 6:24-35. Many of the five thousand people Jesus fed in the wilderness continued to follow him throughout the countryside. Jesus challenges them to consider the real nature of their quest.

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July 31st, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the  the eleventh Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, August 4th.  It will be an outdoor service at the Pearl City Park District shelter.  Refreshments will be served at 9:30 a.m. and the service will begin at 10:00 a.m.  There will not be a Livestream of the service this week on Facebook.  Dan Brinkmeier and the Garage Gang band will be performing at the service.

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July 31st, 2024

We had another absolutely amazing Sunday at Peace Bible Church in Browntown this week. We have seen God do some amazing things over the past five years or so and there’s a clear reason why.

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July 31st, 2024

LENA, IL – Winners of the Lena Sons of The American Legion July Calendar Raffle. Thank you to everyone who sold and purchased tickets.  Proceeds supports The American Legion Baseball team.

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July 31st, 2024

When the Galena City Council was reappointing zoning board members, why didn’t the City Attorney, Mayor, or City Administrator bring into the discussion the official Zoning Board procedures, which state that recusals should be “rare occurrences,” and a ZBA member who routinely must recuse themself should step down to avoid the “appearance of impropriety.” Mr. Baranski has recused himself from a vote at least 19 times. If that isn’t proof that it’s improper to have him on the board, then what is? Why was he reappointed?

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July 31st, 2024

GALENA, IL – One hundred years ago, in 1924, the passionate crusade of a man by the name of Will Dilg paid off in the creation of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge: 261 river miles and 244,000 acres of protected wetland habitat, extending from Wabasha, Minnesota to Rock Island, Iowa.  The Refuge borders all of Jo Daviess County.   

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July 31st, 2024

ADELPHI, MD – Tiffany Elizabeth Goldsmith of Galena, earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management from University of Maryland Global Campus in spring 2024.

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July 31st, 2024

GALENA, IL – We are excited to announce “Semi Retired” featuring Clark Wilkinson and Kurt Stutzski will be performing at the Galena Eagles Club on Friday, August 23rd at 7:00 p.m. The event is open to the public and there is no cover. The Galena Eagles is located at 237 South Main Street in Galena, directly across from the DeSoto Hotel. 

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Ya’all Come Back, Ya’hear

July 31st, 2024

At last week’s Galena City Council meeting, Terry Mattson, the President/CEO of Galena Country Tourism (GCT) presented the marketing plan and budget overview for their 2025 campaign. GCT represents all of Jo Daviess County, not just the city of Galena, and has the responsibility to promote tourism to this area.

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HOW EVOLUTION IMPACTS WISDOM TEETH

July 31st, 2024

Wisdom teeth, otherwise known as the third and final set of adult molars, generally emerge between the ages of 17 – 25. These teeth erupt later than any other teeth because the jaw and chewing muscles require time to grow enough to accommodate them. However, even with this prolonged wait, evolutionary changes in orofacial development often make it difficult for this third set of molars to develop and/or erupt normally.

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July 31st, 2024

GALENA, IL – A comedy about murder, slapstick and insanity, Wisconsin playwright Lisa Rowe’s play, Psych, tells the story of a renowned psychiatrist, played by Stephen Green, who has been framed for murder, and whose life begins to unravel as he tries to seek help from a fellow shrink, played by Mark Sumpter. A psychic with her own secrets, played by Sue Flogel, tries to assist.

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July 31st, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Grab a good book and help a good cause by attending the annual VOICES of Stephenson County Book Nook Summer Half Price Sale.  The sale will run from August 1st-10th with proceeds benefiting services offered to survivors of domestic and sexual violence through VOICES of Stephenson County.

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Regular Board of Trustees Meeting • Monday, July 8th, 2024 • 7:00 p.m.

Published July 31st, 2024

The regular board meeting was held on July 8th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Warren Village Hall.

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau 

July 31st, 2024

Cover Crop Field Day.  We will again be holding a field day at Greg Thoren’s farm on Friday, August 2nd at 11:30 a.m.

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July 31st, 2024

EAU CLAIRE, Wi – Please join the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in congratulating our 1,360 May 2024 graduates from the Eau Claire and Barron County campuses. 

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July 31st, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The state’s premier organization representing gas stations and convenience stores announces the hiring of an experienced state government relations professional as the new CEO of the Illinois Fuel and Retail Association.

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July 31st, 2024

LANCASTER, WI – Join us for the Stockmanship and Stewardship workshop on August 28th and 29th at the Grant County Fairgrounds in Lancaster, Wisconsin.

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July 31st, 2024

APPLE RIVER, IL – If you have shoes ready to donate for our ongoing Shoe Drive Fundraiser, you can find collection boxes at these locations:

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July 31st, 2024

GALENA, IL – On July 28th, 2024 at approximately 3:33 a.m., Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the area of U.S. Highway 20 West and Williams Drive, for a one vehicle accident with injuries.

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July 31st, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Stockton Heritage Museum will host a presentation by Illinois Road Scholar Cynthia Clampitt on the history of corn and the changes it brought to early America and the Midwest we know today.

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July 31st, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Stockton WA TAN YE and Jo Daviess County Association for Home and Community Education have donated over 100 pounds of aluminum tabs to the Ronald McDonald House. This was over five-five-gallon buckets of tabs.

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LOOK FOR DIFFERENT WAYS TO BORROW AND USE CREDIT

July 31st, 2024

Like most Americans, you’ll probably be dealing with some type of debt throughout your life. And by managing debt wisely, you can improve your saving and spending habits and possibly even your ability to invest for the future.

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July 31st, 2024

MARENGO, OH – The Carroll County Longspurs trapshooting team traveled to Marengo, Ohio for the SCTP (Scholastic Clay Target Program) national shoot the week of July 18th.  Over 2,900 trap shooters participated in the largest youth shooting competition in the world.  Thirty-one team members, coaches, and families got to see the best shooters for two full days of shooting.

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July 31st, 2024

NORTHWEST IL – The Northwest Illinois Daily (a cooperative fundraiser) announces the July winners.

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July 31st, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – The musical group “No Worries” will perform for the SOS+ (Senior Outreach of Stockton plus Surrounding Areas on August 8th, 2024 at Calvary Church of Stockton’s Fellowship Hall, Stockton, Illinois.

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July 31st, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Join us for an epic adventure! This will be an epic cruise from Genesis to Revelation.

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July 31st, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Center for the Arts, 971 Gear Street, announces the opening of exhibits in both their main Regional Artists Gallery and Special Exhibit space.  The main gallery will house a variety of artwork from regional artists. The Special Exhibit space will present works following the theme of Slice of Life, encompassing all aspects of living life with its myriad of experiences, from memorable moments to everyday life.

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July 31st, 2024

WARREN, IL – Come on in to WPPO in Warren during the Jo Daviess County Fair for their Second Annual Open House and BBQ Competition on Saturday, August 3rd, 2024.

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July 31st, 2024

APPLE RIVER, IL – On July 27th, 2024 at approximately 5:25 p.m., Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the intersection of East Stagecoach Trail and North Canyon Park Road, for a two vehicle accident with injuries.

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July 31st, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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July 31st, 2024

WARREN, IL – St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Warren, in partnership with Warren United Methodist Church, is excited to announce the 2nd Annual Warren Community Spiritfest. This Christian music festival will be held on August 11th, 2024 from 3:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church pavilion (209 Clinton Street, Warren).

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Rules for Thee but Not for Me

July 31st, 2024

Those who follow the activity of state government may recall that earlier this year a bill protecting children was stripped of its language and replaced with politically-motivated wording that, among other things, prevented the practice of “slating” candidates for General Assembly races after primary elections were complete. “Slating” allows political party leaders to place an individual on a ballot in races where the party had no candidate who ran in the primary election. Republicans have used this process to ensure voters have a choice when voting.

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July 31st, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Safe Haven Humane Society is pleased to announce a special Cat Food Distribution event on August 3rd, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. The event will be held at the Safe Haven Humane Society facility and is open to all cat owners in the community.

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July 31st, 2024

WARREN, IL – Make plans to come to the Jo Daviess County Fair on Thursday, August 1st to Sunday, August 4th. The fun will kick off on Thursday but exhibitors are allowed to come on Wednesday, August 2nd to set up their entries in the Exhibit Hall starting at 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

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Information and  Communications Technology Committee Meeting

Date: Wednesday, July 31st, 2024

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Place: Jo Daviess County Administrative Offices (Temporary Location) Former Galena Primary School – 219 Kelly Lane, Galena, Illinois

Agenda:  Any items that require the attention of the committee.

Board and Committee Meeting Agendas can be found on the Jo Daviess County website www.jodaviesscountyil.gov.

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July 31st, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Harold Eugene Schamberger, age 92, of Stockton, Illinois passed away Sunday, July 28th, 2024 at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport. He was born June 26th, 1932 in Stockton, Illinois to Harold and Esther Schamberger.  Gene married Helen Stone on June 4th, 1953 in Stockton. He attended Stockton High School and graduated in1950. He then attended Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. While attending a Biology class he met his future wife, Helen Stone.  Gene served as a cook in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. After moving back from Colorado he took over Schamberger Truck Service, which continues to operate today. 

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July 24th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is offering residents of the 45th Senate District an opportunity to weigh in on issues of importance through a new Summer 2024 Survey. The survey, which features multiple choice and open-ended questions, was recently mailed to households throughout the district, and a digital version is now also available.

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July 24th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On July 19th, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., Officers from the Freeport Police Department arrested wanted subject Martell Pogue (age 35) without incident in the 900 Block of South Arcade Ave. in Freeport.  Martell Pogue’s warrants stem from a shots fired incident that occurred on June 21st, 2024 in the 300 Block of West Douglas Street.

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July 24th, 2024

WARREN, IL – Donald “Don” Hawes, 86, of Warren, Illinois passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024, at the SSM Hospice Home in Monroe, Wisconsin.

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July 24th, 2024

OXFORD, OH – Aimee Henderson of Stockton, Illinois was among students from Miami University who received degrees during the fall commencement December 15th, 2023.

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July 24th, 2024

BROOKINGS, SD – South Dakota State University announces Leif Eric Bredeson of Darlington, Wisconsin, has graduated following the spring 2024 semester.

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July 24th, 2024

It is such a blessing to me to welcome Kingdom Pursuit Ministries Peace Bible Church this morning. Our number one priority is to spend our time this morning worshipping our great God and Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, together. He alone is worthy of our praises and our adoration.  I want to take some time today and read the Word of God together in one voice. I want us to praise our Lord and Savor through the reading of His holy, true and perfect word.

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July 24th, 2024

It was horrible to see the events of Saturday unfold with the assassination attempt of the leading candidate for president of the United States take place in Pennsylvania. Sadly and tragically, a firefighter, husband, and father lost his life protecting his family and two more who critically wounded when a shooter began firing rounds toward Mr. Trump. By an act of God, the shooter only grazed the former president’s ear, and he dove for cover. It’s safe to say that God spared our country absolute chaos for the time being at least. Our hearts go out to the family of the slain man whose only crime was that he was participating in a political rally in a free country.

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July 24th, 2024

LENA, IL – All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 East Mason Street, Lena, Illinois. Come and join us on Sunday, July 28th, 2024 for Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. This week’s gospel reading is from the Gospel John 6:1-21. In John’s gospel, the miracles of Jesus are called “signs,” because they reveal the true character of God. As such, they remain within the mystery of God and cannot be brought under human control.

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July 24th, 2024

WAUZEKA, WI –  On July 15th, 2024, State Representative Travis Tranel (R-Cuba City), Chairman of the Assembly Agriculture Committee, met with Charles Carlin, Gathering Waters: Wisconsin’s Alliance for Land Trusts Director of Strategic Initiatives, Carol Abrahamzon, Mississippi Valley Conservancy Executive Director, Michael Reitz, Mississippi Valley Conservancy Restoration Ecologist, and Ann Calhoun, The Nature Conservancy Driftless Area Resilience and Climate Solutions Manager for a tour of the Mississippi Valley Conservancy’s Plum Creek Conservation Area and learn more about restoration efforts.

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BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING • TUESDAY, JUNE 18TH, 2024

Published July 24th, 2024

OPENING OF AMENDED BUDGET SESSION

I. The amended budget hearing session of the Warren Community Unit District #205 Board of Education meeting was held in the Cafeteria at Warren CUSD #205 on June 18th.  President Sabinson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.  Those present were Sue Bourquin, Abe Trone, Jessica Storey and Kip Sabinson.  Also present were Shawn Teske, Dee Dee Calow, Andrew Janecke, Fred Linker and Catharyne Doubler. Absent were Nolan Mullen, Steve Wulfekuhle and Ben Wooden.

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July 24th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced that the unemployment rate increased +0.1 percentage point to 5.0 percent, while nonfarm payrolls increased +10,400 in June, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and released by IDES.

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July 24th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Come out to the Elizabeth Community Blood Drive to be held at the Community Building  at 402 North West Street  on Friday, August 16th, 2024 from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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July 24th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – As the fall semester begins at Highland Community College, students interested in manufacturing will benefit from both new facilities and enhanced program pathways. On the heels of comprehensive expansions of its welding and CNC labs, HCC has received a four-year federal grant in collaboration with two local colleges to provide the needed training in the trades for a skilled workforce.

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July 24th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Calvary Church of Stockton is sponsoring a special night of music on Saturday, August 10th. “No Worries,”  “Pleasant Hope,” and “Finding Grace” will be bringing music for all to enjoy.  “No Worries” consists of Mary Berryhill, Mary Jane Hammer and Terry O’Malley.  “Pleasant Hope” is a wonderful new band consisting of three siblings from rural Galena.   “Finding Grace” is the worship team at Calvary Church. 

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July 24th, 2024

LENA, IL –  Evelyn Gabel received her Grand Prize of $500 for the winning poppy poster for The American Legion Family contest.  She received her award at The American Legion Family Department Convention in Springfield.  Her poster will be reproduced and used throughout the state next year.  It was also forwarded to National for competition.

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July 24th, 2024

SAVANNA, IL – State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is seeking input from residents of the 45th Senate District at a town hall-style meeting he is hosting in Savanna on Wednesday, July 31st. The event will be co-hosted by Savanna Mayor Val Gunnarsson.

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July 24th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL –  On July 14th 2024 at 2:30 p.m., Officers of the Freeport Police Department responded to 601 North Walnut Avenue in regards to two males fighting with knives. Upon arrival Officers located a 41-year-old male victim who had been injured in the fight. 

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Galena…Living History

July 24th, 2024

We all know that Galena’s claim to fame is its rich history. We also know that our Galena is also a great place to live and a very well-run city, though not always the cheapest place to call real home (not second home or resort living), taxes, drinks and filets of fish, among other things are more pricey (not many other cities of 3,000 residents have to pay an extra one percent tax on food and drinks that can be immediately consumed in their restaurants, stores and drinking establishments). Anyway, back to our column.

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July 24th, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the  tenth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, July 28th at 9:00 a.m.  Join us on Facebook if you can’t be here in person.

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July 24th, 2024

GALENA, IL –  This class will teach the basics of wood burning, led by instructor Marie McDonough. With backgrounds in ad layout and design, oil painting and running an art consignment business, McDonough was drawn to woodcarving  “…to create beautiful carvings from wood, to share my knowledge and skills and to promote woodcarving so that it doesn’t become something of the past.”

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SCHOOL DENTAL EXAMS

July 24th, 2024

Summer is more than halfway over and parents across America are preparing their children for the upcoming school year. One of the most important things that should be on your to-do list is to schedule a dental exam. Every child deserves to enter school free of dental disease and pain, but unfortunately, this is not always the case. Dental emergencies still rank as the number one reason for school absenteeism. Tooth decay and gum disease are infections. Attending school while your immune system is fighting an infection, and you are in pain, takes a toll on your child’s academic performance. Statistically, children with poor oral health are much more likely to maintain a lower grade point average. Untreated dental disease also takes a toll on a child’s feelings of self-esteem and self-confidence.

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July 24th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – As consumers look to add fresh sweet corn to their summer meals, a couple of Illinois producers say conditions have been right for a good crop this season.

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July 24th, 2024

MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) has presented its third annual Cheese Champion awards to seven lawmakers, including Wisconsin State Representative Travis Tranel (R-Cuba City), for their efforts to support and advance the dairy processing industry.

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau 

July 24th, 2024

Cover Crop Field Day.  We will again be holding a field day at Greg Thoren’s farm on Friday, August 2nd at 11:30 a.m.

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July 24th, 2024

WARREN, IL – The Warren Community Spiritfest will be held on Sunday, August 11th at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Pavilion, 209 Clinton Street in Warren. Admission will be free, but they will be taking a freewill offering to support the musicians. The UMC Praise Band will kick things off, performing at 3:30 p.m., followed by the Sheffey Family (4:00 p.m.), Peace Seekers (5:00 p.m.), Delta II (6:00 p.m.) and No Worries (7:00 p.m.). Free hot dogs, chips and more will be served with a freewill offering. Bring your own chair and hope to see you there!

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July 24th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Marty Thomas and his wife were living in the suburbs of Chicago, consumed with work and four kids under the age of four when he received bad news: He had stage four non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

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July 24th, 2024

MADISON, WI – A total of 8,586 students received degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison on May 10th-11th, including students from your area.

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July 24th, 2024

OSHKOSH, Wi – University of Wisconsin Oshkosh officials have released the names of students who qualified for the Dean’s List and Honor Roll in spring 2024 across its three campuses (Fond du Lac, Fox Cities and Oshkosh).

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RIVER RIDGE COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT

#210 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING • MONDAY, JULY 17TH, 2024 

Published July 24th, 2024

Tuesday, July 16th, 2024, Vice President G. Allen Crist called the regular meeting of the River Ridge Community Unit School District #210 Board of Education to order at 6:00 p.m. Board Members G. Allen Crist, Diane Haring, Brian Engle, Michael Kuzniar and Barb Schaible answered roll call. Vice President Crist announced a quorum was established. Amy Finn and Lisa Walters were absent. Also present: Superintendent Colleen Fox, a representative for the RREA and a community member.

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July 24th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On July 18th, 2024, Officers of the Freeport Police Department served a search warrant at a residence in the 300 Block of West Douglas Street.  During a search of the residence officers recovered a loaded firearm and approximately seven grams of suspected cocaine.

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July 24th, 2024

DARLINGTON, WI –  Lafayette County Health Department was awarded $10,000 from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services to improve environmental public health in Lafayette County by reducing home hazards within Lafayette County.

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July 24th, 2024

God Is Here: God has promised never to leave you; He is always by your side.

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July 24th, 2024

APPLE RIVER, IL – Clean out your closets and plan to donate your gently worn, used and new shoes today.

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July 24th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Join University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinator Nikki Keltner for two great horticulture learning opportunities! Both programs are being held at 1:30 p.m. at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 North Vine Street, Elizabeth, Illinois 61028. Pre-registraion is required to attend. To register or for more information visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw or call the Extension Office at 815-858-2273.

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July 24th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Lynn Gallagher, Program Director of the Disability Studies Graduate Program and recently retired as the Director of the Lynch Disability Resource and Cultural Center, both at Loras College, was recently selected Rotarian of the Year by the Rotary Club of Galena.

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July 24th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Music on Chicago is concluding the summer music season with a spectacular repeat performance by Boogie and the Yo-Yoz on August 2nd in Downtown Freeport. After their incredible show last year, the demand for more was undeniable, and we are thrilled to bring them back! Don’t miss this fantastic music and community event hosted by the Greater Freeport Partnership.

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July 24th, 2024

LENA, IL – Come and join us for the 1st annual Playing It Forward Tournament on Thursday, August 8th (August 15th, rain date) at Dodd’s Park in Lena, Illinois.  This tournament will feature teams from the Lena Thursday night slow pitch softball league and tournament game times will be 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. There is no admission fee to come watch and cheer on your favorite local team while enjoying a delicious meal and ice cream from Benchwarmer’s and Udderly Delicious food trucks. 

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July 24th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Sprague-Innan Unit of the American Legion Auxiliary in Lena was presented with the Teri’s Firecrackers Plaque for the best Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation program.  The award was presented at the Department of Illinois Annual Convention held in Springfield.

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July 24th, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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July 24th, 2024

SOUTH WAYNE, WI – Red Cross Blood Mobile will host a South Wayne Community Blood Drive at St. John’s Catholic Church. 202 Varnum Street, South Wayne on Wednesday, August 7th, 2024 from noon until 5:00 p.m. Be a part of something big. Make an appointment by calling 800-733-2767 or visitRedCrossood.Org and enter Sponsor Code: South WayneWI, or use your donor app on your smart phone. All presenting donors are eligible to win one $50 Kwik Star gift card! And get a $20 Amazon card.

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July 24th, 2024

WARREN, IL – The Warren Public Library, with funding from Private Donors, and possibly a local Foundation is working on digitizing historic issues of the Warren Independent and Warren Sentinel Leader. If you would like to contribute to the cause, checks can be made payable to Warren Township Public Library with ‘Newspaper Digitization’ in the memo line.

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July 17th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The HOPE Foundation of Jo Daviess County Board of Trustees has released their third edition of The HOPE Foundation Community Services Directory.

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July 17th, 2024

Good day!

I would like to start off with a thank you to all of you that came to the open house. As you saw the project has come a long way. We have a ways to go to get the project operational.

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July 17th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced it has signed a six-year, $48 million agreement with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Illinois Center for Transportation at The Grainger College of Engineering to continue a longtime joint research program.

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July 17th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, MO – Missouri State University awarded 2,890 degrees to students in spring 2024.

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July 17th, 2024

PLATTEVILLE, WI – The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announces its Dean’s List, honoring those full-time students who earned high honors in the spring 2024 semester.

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July 17th, 2024

WARREN, IL – Warren CUSD #205 is happy to announce that the elementary and preschool playgrounds have been completed.  There is some final grass seed that will be planted in the near future around the playground; however, all major construction is finished. We welcome the public to come and check out the playgrounds.  We do ask that you bring your children and grandchildren to play on the equipment, but we ask that you please leave your pets at home.

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July 17th, 2024

PLATTEVILLE, WI – The University of Wisconsin-Platteville awarded diplomas to more than 700 undergraduate students for the spring of 2024.

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July 17th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Galena Country Tourism (GCT), a key driver in local economic development and tourism, is officially opening nominations for an essential position on its Board of Directors. This call seeks to fill the At-Large Seat, a critical role in shaping the future of tourism in the region.

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REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES MINUTES • JUNE 11TH, 2024

Published July 17th, 2024

Call to Order:

President Kunz called the meeting to order on June 11st, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. and asked the Clerk to call the roll.

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July 17th, 2024

CHICAGO, IL – Governor JB Pritzker announced today that Illinois reached $1 billion in cannabis retail sales on July 1st, 2024. This includes more than $850 million in adult use cannabis sales and almost $150 million in medical cannabis sales. This milestone was achieved nearly two weeks faster in 2024 compared to 2023, when the $1 billion sales mark was not reached until July 10th. Additionally, Fiscal Year 2024 saw total cannabis sales exceed $2 billion, which represents an increase from Fiscal Year 2023 ($1.9 billion) and Fiscal Year 2022 ($1.8 billion). A complete month-by-month breakdown on cannabis sales in Illinois may be found online at https://cannabis.illinois.gov/research-and-data/sales-figures.html.

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July 17th, 2024

LENA, IL – All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 East Mason Street, Lena, Illinois. Come and join us on Sunday, July 21st, 2024 for Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. This week’s gospel reading is from the Gospel Mark 6:30-34, 53-56. When Jesus sends his disciples out to teach and heal, they minister among large numbers of people. Their work is motivated by Christ’s desire to be among those in need.

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July 17th, 2024

PLATTEVILLE, WI – The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announced its Chancellor’s List, honoring those with perfect 4.0 grade-point averages for the spring 2024 semester.

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July 17th, 2024

CHICAGO, IL – For the third year, the Illinois State Police (ISP) is reporting a decrease in the number of shootings on Chicago area expressways. At the midway mark for 2024, ISP is reporting a 36 percent decrease in the total number of Chicago area expressway shootings compared to this time last year. When compared to 2021, we’ve seen a 65 percent reduction in shootings. The number of non-fatal injury expressway shooting in the Chicago area is down 47 percent compared to this time in 2023.

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July 17th, 2024

NW ILLINOIS/SW WISCONSIN – Apple River State Bank and First Community Bank of Galena recently awarded $1,000.00 college scholarships to six area high school graduates.

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July 17th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Special Guest speaker, Rob Melville, Area Director of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), will speak on Sunday, July 21st at Calvary Church of Stockton during the 10:00 a.m. Worship Service. Plans are to start a FCA Huddle for the Stockton School District.  The public is invited to attend.

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July 17th, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the ninth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, July 21st at 9:00 a.m.  Join us on Facebook if you can’t be here in person.

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July 17th, 2024

WARREN, IL – The Wickler-Copeland Post 464 Warren Legion sponsored the Warren American Legion baseball team in its inaugural season in the summer of 2024. The Warren Legion baseball team has a roster of 13 baseball players from Warren, Apple River, Nora, and Stockton all of whom participate on the Warren-Stockton high school baseball team. The team has a 14 game schedule that will conclude on July 9th. The team is coached by Andrew Janecke, Nolan Mullen and Dan Long.

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July 17th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On July 9th, 2024, at 1:36 a.m., Officers of the Freeport Police Department were called to a residence at the Mary Hosmer Apartments located in the 600 block of North Walnut Avenue regarding a female who was attempting to break into an apartment. When Officers arrived on scene, they encountered 57-year-old Bernice McNair of Freeport kicking at an apartment door on the third floor of the building.

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July 17th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Former Republican State Senator Sam McCann on Tuesday was sentenced to 42 months in federal prison for stealing nearly $700,000 in campaign funds and attempting to conceal his theft with false reports to state election authorities.

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Regular Board of Trustees Meeting • Monday, June 24th, 2024 • 7:00 p.m.

Published July 17th, 2024

The regular board meeting was held on June 24th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Warren Village Hall.

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July 17th, 2024

LENA, IL – The Lena Beautification Committee and LBPA have chosen Jerry and Becky Edler’s home at 511 South Washington Street as the “Yard of the Month” for June.

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It’s Not Personal

July 17th, 2024

There is a part of the regular Galena City Council meetings called the Consent Agenda. This is a part of every meeting agenda where certain items needing council approval, are grouped together to basically save time.

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July 17th, 2024

ABILENE, TX – Emely Hernandez of Shullsburg, Wisconsin graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Abilene Christian University.

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HEALTHY, ADEQUATE SLEEP ESSENTIAL TO PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT

July 17th, 2024

When it comes to sleep, both quality and quantity matter. This is especially true in children because deep, uninterrupted sleep is essential to both their physical and cognitive development.

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July 17th, 2024

WARREN, IL – Our luncheon was excellent and a big “Thank You” to Valerie Stocks and Joyce Edge for putting it together.

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July 17th, 2024

God created this world for us, you and me, and all the people He has placed here. He loves all of us and even the animals of which we are in charge. He loves us as a good, good father loves his children…only His great love is “higher than the heavens” Psalm 108:4

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July 17th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – A program that gives RVers, often urban-oriented, a chance to experience farms and rural businesses is just the ticket for Lynn Crafts and Dan Dougherty.

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau 

July 17th, 2024

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Especially during July since it’s National Ice Cream Month. It’s the perfect excuse to eat more ice cream (did we need an excuse?). Here are a few interesting facts about our favorite frozen treat:

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July 17th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On July 10th, 2024, at 5:01 a.m., Freeport Police Officers were dispatched to the 700 block of West Chestnut Street regarding a masked white male who was attempting to break into a garage in the neighborhood. Officers arrived on scene and located 20-year-old Freeport resident Joshua Heller after he was observed running from the garage that was reported by the witness.

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July 17th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – The Stephenson County 4-H is gearing up for our summer shows. Even before the official start of the local county fair, most 4-H activities will be taking place at the Stephenson County Fairgrounds. From foods to livestock, and horticulture to rabbits, 4-H members will exhibit many projects at this year’s shows.  Following is a summary of the activities that are planned:

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July 17th, 2024

DUBUQUE, IA – The second annual Key City Beer and Seltzer Festival has joined forces with the 45th annual DBQ Fest. Both events take place August 10th-11th, 2024 in Washington Park. Key City Beer and Seltzer Festival organizers will be set up in front of the historic federal building in downtown Dubuque. Participants can purchase tickets at ticketbud.com. Their unlimited tasting ticket is good for either date from 1:00-5:00 p.m. The art of spirits is a perfect fit with the successful art festival. We hope to see you there!

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July 17th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL –   The Music Arts and Recreational Society of Stockton (MARSS) invite you to attend the second Stockton Music in the Park Concert on Friday night, July 26th. 

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July 17th, 2024

Our spinal correction of the month came to see us in March.  He was almost seventy years old and was limited in many activities because of low back pain.  He wasn’t able to sit in the car and he really loved to play golf, but wasn’t able to.

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July 17th, 2024

LENA, IL – A program by Rex Sides  of Scioto Mills will be presented this Saturday, July 20th, at 2:00 p.m.  He will share the colorful history of the infamous Blue Room of Scioto Mills and its intriguing proprietor, John Henke.  Rex and his wife, Kathryn, live in Scioto Mills and own the property that once housed the Blue Room.

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July 17th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL –   The Music Arts and Recreational Society of Stockton (M.A.R.S.S.) invite you to come have lunch with us. We will be holding a burger and brat cookout at the Stockton Hardware Store from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 20th, 2024.

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July 17th, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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Edward Jones Financial Advisor,  Ashlie Stoddard

July 17th, 2024

You can’t predict financial emergencies — but you can prepare for them.

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Good Bills of 2024

July 17th, 2024

My advocacy for the constituents of the 45th District is three-fold. It includes bills I file, bills I co-sponsor, support, and help get passed, and those I fight against. The column two weeks ago highlighted some of the more egregious bills I fought against this year. This week I would like to focus on some of the positive pieces of legislation that I sponsored or co-sponsored this year that will soon become laws.

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July 17th, 2024

APPLE RIVER, IL – The Apple River Lions Club is sponsoring a blood drive at the Apple Canyon Lake Clubhouse located at 14A157 Canyon Club Drive on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For an appointment call 1-800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code: Apple Canyon. Be part of something big. Make an appointment.

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July 17th, 2024

GALENA, IL – July’s Songwriters Showcase shares the original music of singer songwriter Megan Bee. Megan writes with an unquenchable wanderlust and a deep love for the land.  Her music is a blend of distinctly homespun vocals, acoustic simplicity, yearning soulfulness, and winsome storytelling.  She bases in the rolling hills of Athens, Ohio and draws influence from the collision of Appalachian folk and modern songwriting.

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July 17th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Get ready for another weekend of great food, vendors, music and family entertainment at the 103rd Elizabeth  Community Fair, held Friday, July 19th through Sunday, July 21st in Elizabeth.

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R.I.P.

ALLEN W. (BUTCH) BOELK

1949-2024

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July 11th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Mary Evelyn Williams, 99, formerly of Lena and Nora, Illinois, passed away July 10th, 2024 at Parkview Home, Freeport, Illinois.  She was born May 30th, 1925, the daughter of Henry J. Campbell and Anne (Foley) Campbell in Gratiot, Wisconsin township.  She attended the White School down the road from the family farm and graduated Gratiot High School in 1943.  She attended Platteville State Teachers College, graduating in 1945.  Evelyn taught elementary school in Shullsburg, Wisconsin for two years.  On February 10th, 1948, she married Jack F. Williams at St. Joseph Rectory in Gratiot.  They farmed near Nora for 36 years before retiring to Lena in 1984 and enjoyed over 68 years of married life. 

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July 11th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – Deanna Rae Smith, age 68, of Stockton, Illinois passed away Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 at OSF St. Anthony’s Hospital in Rockford, Illinois.

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July 10th, 2024

AURORA, IL – Aurora University has named Abigail Weber of Stockton, Illinois, to the Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester. Weber is majoring in Elementary Education. The Dean’s List recognizes full-time undergraduate students who have earned a 3.6 grade-point average or higher.

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July 10th, 2024

ORANGEVILLE, IL – On Monday, June 10th, the Orangeville  American Legion Post 720 hosted the annual Stephenson County Flag Retirement Ceremony at the Orangeville Village Hall. At this annual event, faded, frayed and unserviceable U.S.  flags are properly, and respectfully, retired and destroyed.

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July 10th, 2024

SPARTA, IL – On Saturday, June 29th the Carroll County Longspurs Trapshooting team traveled to Sparta, Illinois for the SCTP (Scholastic Clay Trap Program) state trap shoot.  32 shooters ranging from age 9-21 competed in six classes of 16 yards singles trap.

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July 10th, 2024

WARREN, IL – The Warren Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Cruise Night on Friday June 21st in downtown Warren.

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July 10th, 2024

LENA, IL – All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 East Mason Street, Lena, Illinois. Come and join us on Sunday, July 14th, 2024 for Communion Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. This week’s gospel reading is from the Gospel Mark 6:14-29. As Jesus and his disciples begin to attract attention, Mark recalls the story of John the Baptist’s martyrdom. Like John, Jesus and his disciples will also suffer at the hands of those opposed to the gospel of salvation.

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July 10th, 2024

THOMSON, IL –  The US Fish and Wildlife Service has announced the drawing for Potter’s Marsh waterfowl hunting sites will be held on Saturday, July 27th at Majestic Pines 11503 3 Mile Road Thomson, Illinois 61285. Applications will be accepted from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with the drawing to be held at 1:00 p.m. A $10.00 application fee is required. You must apply in person and must be present at the drawing. When your ticket is drawn in the lottery, you will select your choice from the 49 available sites. A $100.00 non-refundable fee is charged for each applicant that receives a hunt site.   

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July 10th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Reverend Janet Eggleston, out-going President of the Rotary Club of Galena, was recently recognized for her year of service at the President’s Dinner at the DeSoto House Hotel. Pictured with Reverend Eggleston is Jim Berberet, Galena, who became Rotary President July 1st. Among its many educational and community service programs, the Galena Rotary provides scholarships to many graduating seniors from all high schools in Jo Daviess County, as well as sponsors a “Student of the Quarter” from each high school.

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July 10th, 2024

PEARL CITY, IL - St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the eighth Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, July 14th at 9:00 a.m.  Join us on Facebook if you can’t be here in person.

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July 10th, 2024

OTTAWA, IL –  The next Human Services Transportation Plan (HSTP) Regional Transportation Committee meeting for Region 1 (Boone, Carroll, Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties) will be held on Thursday July 25th, 2024 – 10:00 a.m. at Pretzel City Area Transit – 216 East Stephenson Street, Freeport, Illinois 61032.  Human service organizations with an interest in public transportation are strongly encouraged to attend, as well as anyone interested in public transit. If you would like further information, please contact: hstp@ncicg.org or call us at (815) 433-5830.

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July 10th, 2024

THOMSON, IL –  Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge has announced the availability of 2024 applications for the special deer hunts held at Lost Mound. Two managed deer hunts, one for youth (ages 10-17) and one for adults with disability (18 and older), are conducted within designated Closed Areas of Lost Mound. All hunters must be accompanied by an adult able-bodied attendant that is capable of tracking and retrieving a deer.

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July 10th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Beginning 55 years…of living in Galena, Illinois. I still remember some of my first impressions from 1969. There was the sign as we drove into town advertising “25 antique shops on Main Street” (Run by a bunch of colorful proprietors).

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July 10th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL — Highland Community College is the recipient of the NW Illinois Economic Development Collaboration Award for 2024 by the NWILED at their annual meeting in February in Hanover to celebrate the organization’s 15th anniversary.

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July 10th, 2024

LENA, IL – LENA LIONS DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATION continues with the 73rd Annual Fall Festival, known as “The Cadillac of Small Town Festivals.” The festival will be held in downtown Lena on September 6th and 7th. This year is the 75th Anniversary of the Lena Lions Club!

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July 10th, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln, released a new master plan for the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield.

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Two Rights Can Make a Third

July 10th, 2024

There is a national debate, and one that we have written about here, that is a reflection of the actual conflict that occurs between the past and the future. We are talking about the preservation of important historical structures, both residential and commercial, and the why and how those buildings can be protected. However, when they are owned by private individuals, the issue becomes a bit more complicated.

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HAND, FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE

July 10th, 2024

Hand, Foot, and Mouth disease (HFMD) is a viral infection generally seen in children under the age of five. HFMD is different from foot-and-mouth disease (hoof-and-mouth disease) found in farm animals. You cannot get HFMD from animals, and you cannot spread it to them.

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July 10th, 2024

DECORAH, IA –  Jeremiah Haven, Liz Heim and Joseph Quinn of East Dubuque made the Dean’s List at Luther College for the Spring 2024 Semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale. Luther College’s Spring 2024 list included 577 students; 61 first-years, 114 sophomores, 152 juniors and 250 seniors.

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July 10th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – The Stockton FFA Chapter attended the Illinois FFA State Convention on June 11th to 13th in Springfield, Illinois.

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July 10th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – The Stephenson County Fair is thrilled to announce the “Shine Bright Like a Star Inclusive Goat Show,” an event dedicated to fostering inclusion and participation in agricultural activities for youth and young adults with disabilities.

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July 10th, 2024

MADISON, WI –  On July 1st, 2024, State Representative Travis Tranel (R-Cuba City), Chairman of the Assembly Agriculture Committee, spoke to hundreds of kids from all over the country attending the National Junior Angus Show Opening Ceremonies held at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Madison, Wisconsin. 

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau 

July 10th, 2024

Did you know that if you are a Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau member and a customer of Stephenson Service Company that you may be eligible for FS patronage benefits?  How does it work?  Qualified purchases you make from FS gives you the potential to become an owner of the company, thereby giving you a voice in its governance.  Each year, the FS Board of Directors considers the payment of patronage refunds based on each division’s sales and profitability and only pays patronage refunds to Farm Bureau members. If you’re not already a member, please contact our office at 815.858.2235 or sign up at www.myifb.org.

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July 10th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On Friday, July 5th, 2024, Ethan Weber, a 21-year-old resident of rural Freeport, Illinois, was served with a felony warrant and complaint for one count of Aggravated Reckless Driving stemming from a traffic accident that occurred on June 4th, 2024.

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July 10th, 2024

This morning I was listening to a guy online who was talking about how important the first three years are in the raising of our children. He mentioned that when we take the easy way out and give our children some kind of electronic device to occupy them, their childhood creativity is basically over.

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July 10th, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – Join University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinator Nikki Keltner for a Flower Preservation Workshop. This program is being held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 22nd at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 North Vine Street, Elizabeth, Illinois 61028. There is a $10.00 fee to attend the class and pre-registration is required. As part of the workshop, participants will used preserved flowers to make a pressed flower bookmark and sachet to take home with them. To register or for more information visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw or call the Extension Office at 815-858-2273.

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July 10th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL –   After months of planning, The Music Arts and Recreational Society of Stockton (MARSS) is excited to present the first Stockton Music in the Park Concert this Friday night, July 12th. We welcome the duo Trinadora to kick off our concert series. Trinadora’s music will entertain and delight you! Their music includes vintage, classic and contemporary country, rock and jazz as well as other styles of music. The artists, Ron and Janel, use an impressive variety of musical instruments to self-accompany their stirring vocals.

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July 10th, 2024

MT. CARROLL, IL – Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP), the premier professional summer theatre of northwest Illinois, becomes a Merry Old Land for this summer’s The Wizard of Oz for three weeks of performances from July 11th through July 28th.

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July 10th, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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July 10th, 2024

HANOVER, IL –  Northwest Illinois Economic Development (NWILED) has announced the presentation of the organization’s sixth Genz Fund Award to DRY CREEK BEEKEEPING in Elizabeth, Illinois.  The check for $7,500 from the Genz Small Business Development Fund was issued to Head Beekeeper and Owner, Chase Dittmar of Galena, Illinois the afternoon of June 26th, 2024. 

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July 10th, 2024

STOCKTON, IL – The chicken has been a staple of the Stockton 4th of July for years.

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July 10th, 2024

DARLINGTON, WI – Now that the Fourth of July has passed, it’s time for the next round of summer celebrations. Fair season has arrived for the area and the next month will give you plenty of opportunities for carnivals, tractor pulls, demolition derbies and delicious fair food.

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R.I.P.

MARY E. (BONJOUR) YENNEY

1932 – 2024

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July 8th, 2024

GALENA, IL – Judy M. (Zeal) Wills, 82, of Galena, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 5th, 2024.  She was born on July 25, 1941, in Galena, Illinois the daughter of Wilbur and LaVerne (Bodell) Zeal.

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July 5th, 2024

ABERDEEN MS – Don Lowe, 88, passed from this life on June 30th, 2024 at Sanctuary Hospice in Tupelo, Mississippi.

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July 5th, 2024

WOODBINE IL – Frederick John Mehl, age 96, of Woodbine, Illinois passed away Wednesday, June 26th, 2024. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on March 5th, 1928 to the late John and Janet (Miller) Mehl. Fred married Barbara Jeanne Turner on October 16th, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois. Barbara passed away August 28th, 2013.

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July 3rd, 2024

MILWAUKEE, Wi – The following individuals from your area have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for the Spring 2024 semester. UWM is the second largest university in the State of Wisconsin, with more than 22,900 undergraduate and graduate students.

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July 3rd, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Eagles Club was very busy this past week.  The Club installed its new officers and board of trustees:  Matt Calvert, Treasurer; Jerry Tranel, Inner Guard; Terry Leifker, Conductor; Bob Stilson, Trustee; Russ Harmon, Chaplain; Steve Birkett, Past President; Dianne Phillips, Trustee; Lorie Moyer, President; Matt Brodrecht, Trustee; Nick Tilp, Vice-President; and Allissa Fields, Secretary.

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ORAL HEALTH AND ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE

July 3rd, 2024

Just as oral health and overall health are co-dependent, mental health and overall health have a reciprocal relationship. There is a commonly held misbelief that serious mental decline is a normal part of aging. While forgetfulness can be more common as we age, dementia is not a normal part of the aging process. Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia.

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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau  

July 3rd, 2024

Happy 4th of July! Did you know that July is National Grilling Month? Partly because of the popular tradition of cooking out for the holiday.  Everything from the burgers on the grill to your favorite potato salad, agriculture has played a part in the day. What are people grilling?  Statistics say that it’s burgers, steak, hot dogs and chicken.  Whatever your choice for the grill, I hope you have a fantastic holiday weekend!

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July 3rd, 2024

GALENA, IL – Whether you are a singer or a listener, we want to invite you to karaoke. The Galena Eagles Club will be hosting karaoke the following Saturdays in July: July 6th; July 13th; July 20th, and July 27th. Karaoke is open to the public, and starts at 7:00 p.m.  The club is located at 237 South Main Street, across from the DeSoto Hotel. So come have fun!

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July 3rd, 2024

WHITEWATER, WI – More than 1,500 students graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at spring commencement, held May 11th, 2024, at Kachel Fieldhouse in the Williams Center.

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July 3rd, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – The Stephenson County Fair Association is proud to announce that it has been awarded two significant grants to fund safety electrical upgrades to the swine and goat barns. A $6,685 grant from the Marvin • Wilson Community Impact Grant through The Foundation for Northwest Illinois and a $4,000 grant from Compeer Financial will support these critical improvements.

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July 3rd, 2024

For years now I have taken my wife and family on a trip somewhere across this beautiful country around the fourth of July.

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July 3rd, 2024

ELIZABETH, iL – Join University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinator Nikki Keltner for Teacup Flower Arrangements. This program is being held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 15th at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 North Vine Street, Elizabeth, Illinois 61028. There is a $15 fee to attend the class and pre-registration is required. Participants will leave with a fresh flower arrangement to take home with them. To register or for more information visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw or call the Extension Office at 815-858-2273.

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July 3rd, 2024

DUBUQUE, IA – Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa, extends a warm congratulations to the following Class of 2024 May graduates:

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Regular Board of Trustees Meeting • Monday, June 10th, 2024 • 7:00 p.m.

Published July 3rd, 2024

The regular board meeting was held on June 10th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Warren Village Hall.

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July 3rd, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Eagles is hosting weekly Euchre.  Mondays are for two-handed Euchre play starting at 7:30 p.m. 

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July 3rd, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Music on Chicago’s second appearance of the season is scheduled for Friday, July 5th with Mimi on the Mic and Harlan Jefferson in Downtown Freeport. Don’t miss this fantastic music and community event.

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July 3rd, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Eagles FOE # 952 motto it “people helping people.”  Our mission this year is to raise money to help subsidize, support and bring awareness to the Veteran’s Ride Program offered through the Jo Daviess County Transit. As a proud supporter of our soldiers’ sacrifices, the JDCT provides free rides to all veterans. This program provides transportation to all county residents, whether for Doctor appointments, meetings, everyday errands and other activities, with advanced notice, because the JDCT serves the public, as well.

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July 3rd, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Center for the Arts, 971 Gear Street, Galena, Illinois is offering week-long camps geared for middle school and high school students. Through a generous donor, two scholarships are available – email info@galenacenterforthearts.com to apply

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July 3rd, 2024

GALENA, IL – If you have an item and you would like to know what it is worth, send digital pictures with a brief description to paulhconnor@gmail.com or you can make an appointment to visit me at 201 North Commerce Street, Galena, Illinois. Be sure to check out our website at www.ezsellusa.com.

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WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE “REVERSING” YOUR RETIREMENT

July 3rd, 2024

For various reasons, many retirees are headed back to the workforce. If you’re thinking of joining them, you’ll need to consider some factors that may affect your finances.

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The Progressives’ Problematic Path for Illinois: Some Bills that Passed in 2024

July 3rd, 2024

Of the 500 or so bills that passed this year, several good ones are headed to the Governor for final action, and I will write about some of them in an upcoming column. This week, however, I want to highlight some really bad bills— those that make you scratch your head and wonder what in the world the bill sponsors and supporters were thinking.

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July 3rd, 2024

ELIZABETH, IL – On June 21st Sam Smith, President of Safe Haven, and Bob Dittmar went to Cedar Rapids, Iowa to pick up about $15,000 worth of cat food.  The cat food was then given out on Saturday, June 29th at Safe Haven in Elizabeth. People came from miles around to receive free pet food.

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July 3rd, 2024

LENA, IL – The Lena American Legion Auxiliary had the privilege of hosting a dinner for two Lena-Winslow graduates who have com-mitted to the United States Military. Tanner Kempel has joined the U.S. Marines, and Lucas Fye has joined the ROTC Army. We had pizza and ice cream sundaes. Several members of our American Legion Family were there to wish them well and congratulate them.

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We Challenge You to Read This

July 3rd, 2024

The Parker Project. The HUSH Report has continued to lobby against it since in was initially brought to light. Although we think we know the answer, we have wondered out loud why the council just doesn’t pull the plug on the thing and cut OUR losses. We want to remind readers that this is an opinion column. However, the opinion expressed is always based on facts. The Galena City Council and City Staff has always respected that, and for that we are very grateful. We don’t just write about what we feel are blunders and mistakes, we always give out positive cheers for all of the great things our city does for residents. And those things start with the city council and staff.

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July 3rd, 2024

All Meetings are Accessible via Audio Call-in

CANCELLED – Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB) Meeting
Date: Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Place:  Sheriff’s Department Conference Room – 2nd Floor

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APPROXIMATELY 1/4 OF ALL INJURED PERSONS SUFFERED MULTIPLE INJURIES DUE TO FIREWORKS

July 3rd, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) remind organizations and individuals to leave the fireworks displays to licensed, trained professionals this Fourth of July season.

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June 26th, 2024

EAU CLAIRE, Wi – The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire extends congratulations to the students named to the spring 2024 dean’s list. Their academic performance has been outstanding, and we recognize these students with pride.

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June 26th, 2024

LENA, IL – The Lena Lions Club will be hosting the 2nd annual Bike and Pet Parade on July 20th. The goal of this family-friendly, free event is to increase diabetes awareness and encourage a healthy, active community. The parade starts at 10:00 a.m. at the entrance of Citizen’s State Bank’s parking lot on West Mason Street. It continues down past the library and turns onto North Vernon Street at the triangle and then right onto West Main Street to the downtown parking lot. Prizes will be awarded for best bike decoration, best pet costume and the best human dressed up as a pet costume.  Parade participants are to gather in the Citizen’s State Bank’s parking lot. Please come ½ hour early if you would like to compete for prizes.

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June 26th, 2024

GALENA, IL – The Galena Eagles took the opportunity to recognize retiring Secretary Helen Carroll at their recent meeting. Carroll, who has been handling the Club’s secretarial duties for many years, is seen in the picture above surrounded by Trustees Dianne Phillips and Matt Brodrecht presenting her with a plaque and gift card for her dedicated service.

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June 26th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – Highland Community College announces the 2024 spring graduates. Graduates were awarded associate degrees, associate of applied science degrees, or certificates.

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June 26th, 2024

FREEPORT, IL – On June 20th, 2024 at 9:05 p.m., Officers of the Freeport Police Department responded to a report of gunshots being fired in the 200 Block of West Empire Street. Officers arrived on scene shortly after receiving the call.

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Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees • Stone House • April 29th, 2024 • 7:00 p.m.

Published June 26th, 2024

June 26th, 2024

The Regular Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, April 29th, 2024.  Members present were Nicole Winter, Ruth Foley, Scott Ohms, Kristy Schueller, and Janet Werner.  Garrett Hillary and John Duerr were absent. Village Clerk Deven Morgensen, Village Treasurer Steve Stadel, Ron Duerr, Dave Fosler, Dan Schelberger, Jim Davis, and Zach Winter were also present. Nathan Wills entered the meeting at 7:09 p.m. and Melissa Dittmar entered the meeting at 9:05 p.m.

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