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South Beloit had the ball with time ticking down in the second overtime, trailing by two, but with Sophomore Superstar, Ross Robertson, already with 35 points and looking for more. As the clock ticked below ten seconds to play, the pass went into the high post where Tyiion Jackson had been left alone – for a reason – all night. "That was all Jeff Korte," said Hornet senior Jacob Duerr. "He told me that if there was nobody on my side that I should jump that pass, so I jumped it." Duerr leaped up...
Fulton was bigger – a lot bigger – both in height and muscle mass. But the Hornets had a distinct advantage in two specific areas that proved pivotal in Friday's Sectional championship ... their guards were quicker, and they all make free throws. Fulton's Baylen Damhoff opened the game with a three, only to be matched by Thomas Hereau, as both teams battled it out trying to get a feel for the other's weakness. The Steamers tried to go over the top to their big man – Damhoff, and while they got s...
Changing to Daylight Savings on Sunday should always be followed by a national holiday on Monday. We lost an hour last night, but look on the bright side. We’re that much closer to Happy Hour. Daylight Savings – when all the appliance clocks in my house are showing the correct time again. At my age, I’m never sure I’ll get that “spring forward” hour back. I change the time on my alarm clock when I find out where it landed in the yard. Remember, it’s Spring forward, Fall back, and why the hell are we still doing this? It’s a shame Daylight...
Usual Suspects, a northern Illinois rock, rhythm and blues band, is performing a stage show in the ballroom of the Masonic Event Center on Saturday, March 18. In addition to being a fun-filled night of great music and entertainment, the event also serves as a fundraiser for downtown Freeport beautification efforts for the season. The event is hosted by the Greater Freeport Partnership along with the generous support from local sponsors. Usual Suspects is a Freeport treasure with a high-energy...
Well, the female chauvinism of my household seems to know no bounds. As many of you know, my dog Bucky, is spoiled rotten – usually by yours truly. Just this past week we made our routine trip to see Pat Beckman at Cannova’s and – of course – Bucky was treated to a few pieces of Canadian Bacon. (Pat misses his dog that passed, and it has gotten to the point where my dog knows when we enter the parking lot that a ‘treat’ will soon be forthcoming) Fort lunch, I was in the mood for Culvers, so of c...
The Galena Pirates dominated the region once again, and look like they will do it again next season – so we better ask the conference to break them up as a monopoly. But that doesn't mean the season was not an exciting one for our region as when all is put into perspective, we have the ultimate measuring stick to compare our local teams against. And while the coaches have released their all conference selections, it is time for us to reveal our picks for the Voices All Area Team. A few notes r...
SSM Health Monroe Hospital has been named one of the 2023 Top 20 Rural & Community Hospitals in the United States by the National Rural Health Association. Regarded as one of the industry's most significant designations of performance excellence, SSM Health Monroe Hospital is proud to have received the Top 100 recognition every year since 2016 and Top 20 recognition in 2021. "We are incredibly proud to be recognized at a national level for the excellent work our teams perform every day," shared...
Random Thoughts - Part 2 Time - It’s that time of year again - Daylight Saving Time (Saving - not Savings). The clocks go ahead in order to give us more daylight. But we all know moving the clocks around doesn’t add or take away any amount of time. We also know there is no such thing as making time or losing time. Time is constant. There are only so many hours of daylight in a day no matter where the hands of the clock are. Everyone has exactly the same amount of it. It is a resource the gov...
Submissions are now being accepted for the thirtieth annual "Prairie Wind" art and literary magazine. “Prairie Wind” is a collection of original poetry, prose, visual art, and recorded music contributed by Highland students, staff, alumni, and community members. The electronic submission form and guidelines are available at highland.edu/prairiewind The submission deadline is March 10. There is a limit of five pieces from each submitter. The magazine has been published annually since 1992 under the auspices of Highland Community College, 299...
The Lena-Winslow High School Theater program is proud to present the full-length musical, We Will Rock You, school edition on Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 11 at 7:00 p.m. This musical features more than 20 hit Queen songs including, "Another One Bites the Dust," "Somebody to Love," "We are the Champions," and many more! We Will Rock You follows two young rebels as they try to restore rock 'n' roll to "the iPlanet" in a post-apocalyptic world. We Will Rock You is a musical for our time:...
Accident With Injury On Saturday, February 25, at approximately 2:29 am, deputies responded to the area of S. Pleasant Hill Road North of West Reusch Road for a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Deputies arrived on scene and learned a motor vehicle driven by Connor Altensey, 24 of Savanna, was involved in an accident. Connor explained he was headed south bound on S. Pleasant Hill Road, when he lost control of his 2005 tan GMC Sierra truck and drove off the left side of the roadway. Connor struck multiple trees and a deck of a residence...
Stockton Mervin Hintz, 87 Mervin Hintz, age 87 of Stockton, IL passed away February 22, 2023 after a short illness. He was born on December 23, 1935 in Nora, IL; the son of the late Herman and Emma (Tessendorf) Hintz. He graduated from Warren High School with the class of 1953. Mervin married Donna Menzemer on December 30, 1965. Donna passed away in 2011. Mervin was a farmer for 70 years. He was proud of his red Holsteins. He enjoyed his Allis Chalmers tractors, singing in church and community choirs, quartets, and singing solo. He also... Full story
The Greater Freeport Partnership is requesting input from the community to shape the future of downtown Freeport. Please complete the survey at greaterfreeport.com/mainstreet before March 6. The survey, which was developed by Illinois Main Street, asks for feedback on the features, uses and amenities you currently enjoy and those you wish to see added to downtown Freeport. The survey takes less than ten minutes to complete and is completely anonymous. “The survey results are extremely important to developing our strategic plan for downtown Free...
Jacob Andrews, Sexton of the Lena Cemetery, will give a presentation on the “Past, Present and Future” of the Lena Cemetery, on Sunday, March 12th at the Lena Historical Museum located at 427 Grove Street at 2:00 pm. The public is invited to attend. Tours of the museum will also be available, and refreshments will be served. This is a free event, but donations are always appreciated....
The Friend of the Lanark Public Library, who has partnered with Lanark Public Library, will present a program on Fraud and Scams on Thursday, March 16, at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at 111 S. Broad St., Lanark. The staff at the Exchange State Bank, Lanark, Illinois, will be the featured speakers. No registration is required and there is no charge for the program. In case of inclement weather call 815-493-2166 or visit the library Face Book page....
St. John’s Lutheran – Pearl City St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the Third Sunday in Lent on March 12. A Worship Service with Holy Communion will begin at 9:00 A.M. with Pastor Michelle Knight presiding. The service will be available on Livestream on the St. John’s Pearl City Facebook Page. Sunday School will be held during church. A Community Family Fun Night will be held March 18 beginning with a potluck at 6:00 in Luther Hall. Games and activities for all ages will be held until 8:00. Please bring a dish to pass an...
We all have an internal compass that guides our decisions and our behavior. And for those who seek public office, their ethical standards should be beyond reproach. Most people enter politics for the right reasons. They want to give back to their communities. They want good schools, or good parks or library systems. They see a problem and want to be part of the solution. These community leaders go about their work honestly, ethically, and with little fanfare. In Springfield, I work alongside...
NUIC South (* = Unanimous pick) Player of the Year *Lindee Poper, Sr Polo First Team *Sarah Kempel, Sr Eastland *Paige Joiner, Sr Eastland *Lindee Poper, Sr Polo *Camryn Jones, Fr Polo Taylor Jahn, Jr AFC Elly Jones, Jr Amboy Addison Pertell, So Amboy Jenna Greenfield, Jr Forreston Second Team Brianna Gonnerman, Jr AFC Maeve Larson, Jr Amboy Quinc Haverland, Sr Eastland Brooke Boetner, Sr Forreston Lily Smith, Sr Milledgeville Courtney Grobe, Jr Polo Honorable Mention Alexis Schwarz, Jr AFC Courtney Ortgiesen, Sr Amboy Rylee Broshous, Jr...
