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It was going to take an exceptional team to knock off the Orangeville Broncos and their 17 game winning streak coming into Memorial Day's Super Sectional in Sterling. But ... in all fairness, Peru St. Bede is an exceptional team. As for the game itself, Orangeville was in no way out-classed by the Bruins. The Broncos had runners on in almost every single inning, and in scoring position multiple times. "We just never got the key hit we needed," admitted head coach Lon Scheuerell. "We get one or...
The Lanark Public Library and the Friends of the Lanark Public Library are kicking off summer reading with a special program on June 9, 10am at the Lanark Heritage Center, 106 S Broad Street. All ages are welcome to learn about the beauty of the magnificent pelican and other wildlife, presented by “Hoo” Haven Wildlife and Educational Center of Durand. This event is free and will last about one hour. Hoo Haven is dedicated to rehabilitating and releasing, sick, injured, and orphaned North American Wildlife. They are committed to educating ind...
It’s June. This is what we’ve been waiting for - long, warm days and pleasant summer nights. In my humble opinion - this is the best month of the year. All the promise of life comes in June. School is out as are the leaves on the trees. The garden is growing. The grass is green and the farmers have already brought in the first of the summer harvest (hay). You can go outside without a jacket. A couple weeks ago, my wife and I did something we have never done before. For the first time, we dec...
Ever spend a lazy afternoon on the deck lying in the sun contemplating the universe? You know, the hidden meaning behind who we are, and what our purpose is on this Earth? I never have either. But, I did spend one evening after the grass was cut and the dishes were clean, sitting on my front porch coming up with answers to the puzzle that every single male on Earth has struggled with … Women! I’m sure many of you may not agree with this, and once my wife hears about it I may be eating PB&J for a...
Personal Injury Accident On Saturday, May 27, Deputies were dispatched to the area of IL Route 78 S. and E. Loran Road in rural Stockton for personal injuries from a motorcycle accident. Deputies arrived on scene and learned that a motorcycle driven by Jonathan Peevey, 21 of Stockton, was traveling northbound on IL Route 78 S. when Peevey lost control of his motorcycle, caught gravel on the shoulder, and left the roadway. After leaving the roadway, the motorcycle overturned and landed on its side before coming to rest. Peevey, along with his...
Lena George L. Schaney, Jr, 68 George L. Schaney Jr, 68, of Lena. Passed away Friday, May 26, 2023, peacefully surrounded by his loving family, in his home. Born September 13th, 1954 the son of George L. (Marietta) Schaney Sr. and Elizabeth (Kenneth) Baker. He attended Hononegah high school in Rockton. George married Rose Marie Flickinger August 23rd, 1974. George joined the United States Marine Corps August 25th, 1974. After his years of service, he later worked at Kent Cheese, and Menards for many years until he became ill in 2017. George... Full story
University of Illinois Extension is offering a workshop on basic care and pruning of lilacs, just in time for homeowners to learn what to do at this time of the summer to ensure full blooms next spring. Extension Master Gardener Michael Iacomini will be presenting this program on Thursday, June 15 at 9:00 am at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 Vine St. Elizabeth, IL 61028. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is requested. Iacomini will cover the basics of lilac care and...
You should never swim on a full stomach, it’s so much easier swimming in water. Public swimming pools – where you want to jump into the cool relaxing water, only to realize you are literally marinating in pee and bandaids. If swimming is so good for your figure, how do you explain whales? If I only have one day to live, take me to a swimming meet – those things take forever. Remember, hippos can run and swim faster than humans. So, that means cycling is your only chance of beating a hippo in a triathlon. Oh No, I’m sure every little excited...
Date Opponent (All games at 6:00 pm) Tuesday, June 6 Pearl City Home Thursday, June 8 Pearl City Away Tuesday, June 13 Freeport Away Thursday, June 15 Forreston Home Tuesday, June 20 Freeport Home Thursday, June 22 Dakota Away Tuesday, June 27 Dakota Home Thursday, June 29 Milledgeville Away Thursday, July 6 Milledgeville Home Tuesday, July 11 Fulton Away...
When Bob Peters and Kristi Diemer retired from their respective careers, they were far from being "done" working with people. A UPS driver since 1994, Bob enjoyed all of the people he'd meet on his routes, but found himself having an affinity towards Lena. "My ultimate goal was to get the Lena route at UPS," Peters explained, "But that just never happened." Meanwhile, Kristi had worked as an optician for 40 years with Northwest Eyecare. But even though she too had retired, the urge to do somethi...
State Senator Andrew Chesney invites residents of the 45th District to take advantage of a free Constituent Education Resource Card that is available through his legislative office in Freeport. The resource card provides free entry for up to four people to several of Chicagoland's world-class museums and zoos. Any resident of the 45th District may reserve the Constituent Education Resource Card on a first come first served basis, to visit any of the following museums: • Adler Planetarium • The...
June 1st marks the beginning of Dairy Month. This is one of my favorite times of the year. Growing up in Harvard, Illinois, the first weekend in June was typically our Milk Days Festival. This year's events look a little different, but the reason behind the celebration is still just as important. Milk Days began in 1942 when over 3,000 men, women and children gathered to honor the dairy farmers and their industry for their wartime contributions. That inaugural event included speeches, singing...
On May 17, SSM Health Monroe Hospital celebrated sixteen eighth grade students for completing their ten-week Club Scrub program. Club Scrub is an after-school program designed to spark interest in health-related careers through hand-on activities. Throughout the ten weeks, students spoke with healthcare providers and visited a variety of departments. The departments that hosted Club Scrub sessions were Rehab Services, Family Medicine Residency, Operating Room, Orthopedics, Cath Lab, Emergency...
NUIC North Firrst Team Nathan Brinkmeier, Sr. Pearl City (Conference MVP) Jake Zeal, Sr. Lena-Winslow James Eyster, Sr. Dakota Cooper Hathaway, So. Aquin Drew Streckwald, Sr. Lena-Winslow Case Rockey, Sr. Dakota Brody Keeney, So. Dakota Tanner Perdue, Sr. Pearl City Kaidyn Niedermeier, Sr. Dakota Rowen Schulz, Sr. Lena-Winslow Jonathan Hartline, Jr. Du/Pec Luke Madigan, Fr. Lena-Winslow Second Team Michael Conroy, Jr. Du/Pec Braxton Niedermeier, So. Dakota Mitch Soddy, Sr. Orangeville Lexton...
NUIC North First Team Leah Baker Orangeville/Aquin (Conference Player of The Year) Kaci Polhamus Dakota Rachael Setterstrom Lena-Winslow Megan Holder Orangeville/Aquin Rachel Nevdal Durand Brea Musser Pearl City Kieran Madigan Lena-Winslow Kendra Nehring Dakota Meghan Carlisle Orangeville/Aquin Mariyah Fritzel Durand Jorja Johnson Pearl City Erica Nyen Durand Second Team Maddy Chiles Lena-Winslow Addyson Wheeler Orangeville/Aquin Ashlee Fisher Dakota Casey Knaack Dakota Hailee Schiess...
