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Phi Kappa Phi Inducts New Members The following people recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Jenna Robinson of Pearl City (61062) at Northern Illinois University Miah Stiefel of Warren (61087) at Bradley University They are among approximately 25,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a...
The journey through grief can be difficult. Many people find it comforting to face grief with others experiencing similar challenges. Join us for “Walking Through Grief,” an education and support group providing resources and encouragement for people grieving the death of a loved one. Walking Through Grief is a six-week grief support group open to those ages 18+ who have experienced the death of someone special. Sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30 pm from June 7 to July 12, 2023, at SSM Health at Home’s hospice office locat...
West Fulton 9 - 1 14 – 8 Galena 7 - 3 11 – 9 Stockton/Warren 6 - 4 15 – 6 East Dubuque 6 - 4 8 – 16 SM/RR 2 - 8 7 – 17 West Carroll 0 - 10 1 – 21 North Orangeville 10 - 0 24 – 2 Lena-Winslow 6 - 4 18 – 9 Durand 5 - 5 12 – 9 Pearl City 5 - 5 14 – 8 Dakota 4 - 6 13 – 6 Pecatonica 0 - 10 2 – 21 South Forreston 10 - 0 20 – 4 Milledgeville 6 - 4 9 – 11 Polo 6 - 4 10 – 13 Amboy 4 - 6 6 – 11 Eastland 4 - 6 7 – 12 AFC 0 - 10 1 – 17 Last Week’s Results Lena-Winslow 9 Stockton/Warren 3 Orangeville 5 Forreston 3 Lena-Winslow 20 SM/RR 2 Polo 5 Pecato...
Forreston Sectional Tue., May 23 Winner Eastland Regional vs. Winner Forreston Regional – 4:30 pm Wed., May 24 Winner Pecatonica Regional vs. Winner Stockton Regional – 4:30 pm Fri., May 26 Championship – 4:30 pm Pecatonica Regional Mon., May 15 (8) Lake Forest Academy at (7) Alden-Hebron – 4:30 pm (10) Elgin Harvest Christian at (6) Pecatonica – 4:30 Tue., May 16 (1) Dakota vs. Winner Game 1 – 4:30 pm (4) South Beloit vs. Winner Game 2 – 6:00 pm Fri., May 19 Championship - 4:30 pm Forreston Regional Mon., May 15 (11) Kirkland-Hiaw...
4-H excels in preparing youth to speak well and confidently, and it is a skill that serves members for a lifetime. Hope Brinkmeier from Stephenson County recently put her public speaking skills to the test during the Illinois 4-H State Public Speaking Contest held at Parkland College April 29. Youth who participate in this yearly exhibit develop skills for communicating real-life issues to live audiences and receive professional and peer feedback. Youth ages 8-18 can participate in the contest...
We live in a world of instant everything. Russian immigrant and comedian Yakov Smirnoff said the first time he went grocery shopping in America he saw powdered milk, powdered eggs, powdered potatoes and even powdered cheddar cheese. As he took all this in he was just amazed. His translator said: “All you have to do is add water.” Then they went down the baby aisle and he picked up a container of baby powder - all he could say was: “Wow! What a country!” We're used to instant. We don’t like wait...
Wow, I got a lot of comments and reactions from last week’s column. I didn’t realize so many people never knew the story of how the Voices got started – and really liked being able to connect the dots with what facts they did know from the history of newspapers in our region. But, it sparked a lot of questions in regard to why I thought so many newspapers were failing, what I thought made the Voices successful, and my reaction to some of the bashing I often get on social medias – So, let’s get t...
Pecatonica played host to the NUIC Ladies' Conference meet last week, and when all the results were in, the Galena/River Ridge/East Dubuque co-op claimed top honors. Final team scores were: 1 Galena 141 2 Fulton 116 3 Forreston 98.5 4 Milledgeville 96.5 5 Dakota 55 6 Lena-Winslow 53 7 West Carroll 45 8 Amboy 39 9 Stockton 25 10 Pecatonica 12 Top three place finishers in each event included: 100 Meter 1 Emma Randecker, WC 13.07 2 Addison Albrecht, Gal 13.18 3 Paige Joiner, Mvl 13.44 200 Meter 1...
Freeport Nina M. Sheetz, 98 Nina M. Sheetz, 98, of Freeport, IL died peacefully on Friday, December 30, 2022 at Oakley Courts Assisted Living surrounded by family. She was born on October 9, 1924 to Winfield and Lucille (Hermann) Hall of Stockton. Nina and Bill Sheetz were married on September 9, 1944 and farmed in Stockton until their retirement. Nina was a long-time member of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Stockton where she was a church organist for 60 plus years and accompanied Bill’s singing for numerous funerals and weddings t... Full story
State Rep. Tony McCombie is officially launching her 7th Annual Summer Reading Club for elementary school students who live or go to school in the 89th District. The “Reading BUZZ” program is offered to encourage students to start or continue positive reading habits. “I hope this program motivates young students in the district to continue to read throughout the summer. This program is meant to challenge, inspire, and bring families together through the stories students read—and I am thrilled we have reached the 7th year of offering this op...
It’s not easy being a mom. If it were, Dad would do it. Today we honor cooks, nurses, chauffeurs, counselors, teachers, maids and referees … in other words – moms. A good mother loves her kids. A great mother still loves them when they’re teenagers. Remember, your children should always be your inspiration … even if it is only to drink more. Mommy has a headache, so you kids go play in traffic. It’s not easy being a mother these days … Texting in all caps just doesn’t have the same impact as good, old-fashioned YELLING! Mother’s Day sh...
On April 16, the Lena-Winslow FFA Chapter celebrated a year of accomplishments with their annual chapter banquet. The evening began with a delicious meal catered by Three Headed Monster. They then recognized notable events and achievements from their past year of FFA experiences. Greenhand, Chapter, and State Degree recipients were recognized, honorary members were selected, SAE (Supervised Agriculture Experience) proficiency winners were recognized, CDE (Career Development Event) successes...
Enjoy a vocal night of tight musical harmonies and solos by the Royal Scots Friday, May 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Theatre at the Ferguson Fine Arts Center, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. Since 1967, the Royal Scots has been the premier vocal ensemble in the region. The 56th Annual Royal Scots Show is a high-energy performance of vocal jazz, a cappella, du-wop, musicals, gospel, and pop music. Featuring the hottest stage band on the prairie, the 8-piece Highland Watch band lays down the groove for a fun-filled evening of music....
It certainly feels like spring and that means farmers are planting or preparing to plant. Farmers are masters of adjusting. They often adjust plans on the farm because of weather, equipment breakdowns and even the occasional loose animal. Farmers remind us to be flexible and to adjust as needed. With planting season upon us farmers will begin to plant, meaning there will be more equipment on the roadways while moving from field to field. If you see these “Slow Moving Vehicles” or SMV’s pleas...
St. John’s Lutheran – Pearl City St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the Sixth Sunday of Easter and Mother’s Day on May 14. A Worship Service with Holy Communion will begin at 9:00 A.M. with Pastor Michelle Knight presiding. The last Sunday School Class until fall will be held during the service. The service will be available on Livestream on the St. John’s Pearl City Facebook Page. Pearl City High School Baccalaureate will be held May 14 at 3:00 p.m. at Zion /Community Church. The Grace Meal will be served on Sunday, May 21....
Ink Cartridge Donations Keep your computer/printer ink cartridges out of the land fill by donating them to the Lanark United Methodist Women in Faith at 405 E. Locust St., Lanark, Illinois. Harmony Rummage Sale Harmony United Methodist Church 2600 W. Pearl City Rd. Freeport, Il. 61032 will be holding their rummage sale May 17-20. Hours are 8:am--4:30 Wed-Fri. Saturday 8:00 - 11:30. We have something for everyone. Lunch will be available. McCombie Wants Your Feedback As the legislative session in Springfield continues, House Republican Leader...
On August 27, 1832, Black Hawk and his remaining allies surrendered at Prairie du Chien, bringing the brief but bloody Black Hawk War to a close. Only a few years later, Black Hawk's name and likeness began appearing on drink bottles, cigars, boats, schools, sports teams, and more. So how did America's Most Wanted turn into America's Advertising Darling? Join the Apple River Fort, as we host an evening with Clifford Krainik, author and historian, to explore Black Hawk's dramatic media...
West East Dubuque 8 - 2 17 – 12 Fulton 6 - 4 15 – 8 Warren/Stockton 6 - 4 13 – 8 Galena 5 - 5 10 – 9 RR/SM 5 - 5 13 – 10 West Carroll 0 - 10 0 – 17 North Lena-Winslow 8 - 2 14 – 6 – 1 Pearl City 8 - 2 14 – 9 Dakota 7 - 3 13 – 7 Pec/Durand 4 - 6 5 – 16 Aquin 3 - 7 4 – 13 Orangeville 0 - 10 2 – 20 South Forreston 8 - 2 18 – 9 AFC 6 - 4 13 – 8 Eastland 6 - 4 16 – 9 Amboy 6 - 4 11 – 9 Milledgeville 3 - 7 5 – 12 Polo 1 - 9 3 – 16 Last Week’s Results Warren/Stockton 9 Lena-Winslow 2 RR/SM 10 Lena-Winslow 1 Pec/Durand 3 Polo 1 Forreston 6 Marengo...
Baseball Post Season Pearl City Sectional Wed., May 24 Winner Forreston Regional vs Winner East Dubuque Regional – 5:00 pm Thu., May 25 Winner Alden-Hebron Regional vs. Winner Sterling Newman Regional – 5:00 pm Sat., May 27 Championship - 11:00 am Alden-Hebron Regional Mon., May 15 (11) South Beloit at (9) Aquin – 4:30 pm Wed., May 17 (1) Lena-Winslow vs. Winner Game 1 – 4:30 pm Thu., May 18 (4) Pearl City vs. (8) Alden-Hebron – 4:30 pm Sat., May 20 Championship - 1:00 pm Sterling Newman Regional Mon., May 15 (8) Milledgeville at (7) Morrison...
Baseball Lena-Winslow 15 Pec/Durand 1 It was only a 3-1 Panther lead after four innings, but in the top of the fifth Lena-Winslow exploded for 12 runs to put the game out of reach. Maverick Cass drove in four runs in the game, while Cobryn Lynch drove in three and Lucas Fye had two more RBIs. Drew Streckwald threw all five innings on the mound to earn the win. HE struck out nine over his five innings of work. South Beloit 11 Orangeville 7 After giving up seven runs in the top of the fifth...
