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There is a big difference between the national political races we follow on television, and the small town elected officials we put into office. As one politician put it, "There are no Republicans or Democrats on a Village Board. It's all public service, permits, road repairs and putting on festivals." But, as we all know, and many of you are following with our coverage of the Freeport City Council – there are good Village Governments, and bad ones as well. The one point I have found apparent i...
Bluegrass Express will be presenting a Bluegrass Gospel Concert at 7:00pm on Saturday July 20th at the Gratiot Park just north of Highway 11. The event is free, sponsored by the Evangelical Free Church of Gratiot, and everyone is invited to attend. In February of 2024, the band's single "Don't Say Goodbye if You Love Me" reached #13 on the Hooked on Bluegrass Top 50. Bluegrass Express was formed in 1980 by the father-son team of Gary and Greg Underwood and has performed extensively ever since,...
UV Safety Month is observed in July to raise awareness about the dangers of UV radiation and the importance of protecting our skin from the sun's harmful rays. It's a great time to remind everyone, especially agricultural workers, to take precautions when working outdoors to prevent skin cancer. Remember to wear sunscreen, protective clothing, and seek shade whenever possible. Stay safe in the sun! 1. Wear Sunglasses: Protect your eyes from the sun's harmful UV rays by wearing sunglasses...
A day without beer probably wouldn’t kill me … but why take the risk? Beer is now cheaper than gas. The lesson – Drink, Don’t Drive. Beergasm – That moment when you take the first sip. Alcohol is never the answer. But it’s a good way of forgetting the question. I totally believe in second chances. So, if this beer doesn’t give me a buzz, I will have another. Beer – It’s the most important meal of the day. I swear, I didn’t text my ex-girlfriend … the beer did. Never look at your beer as half empty. Look at it as you’re half way to your next bee...
Stockton Deanna Rae Smith, 68 Deanna Rae Smith, age 68, of Stockton, IL passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at OSF St. Anthony’s Hospital in Rockford, IL. She was born in Chicago, IL on April 4, 1956 to LaVern and Donna (Lloyd) Stockwell. Deanna married Roger Smith on July 21, 1973. She was a member of Calvary Church of Stockton and the PBGV Club of America. Deanna was a hard worker, starting at the age of 12 working at The Lantern in Stockton. She worked for All Rental Garments in Rockford, Eaton’s in Warren, the Pharmacy at Hartigs in Sto... Full story
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. During the school year, the playgrounds will be open to the...
OK, at the risk of embarrassing people who don’t deserve it, let me begin by saying that the names have been changed in the following story to protect the guilty. Now, with that being said … I came to a pretty obvious conclusion recently. The easiest way to get a man to revert back to his days as a wide eyed ten year-old kid with a big grin and runny nose, is to take him into a fireworks store. Now, I’m not talking about the wanna-be tent displays you have in the area where all you can buy a...
“Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic,” (James 3:13-14 NIV). Satan is the prince of this world and any wisdom apart from God’s wisdom, is not wisdom, it’s demonic. It comes straight from the devil himself. And the onl...
The Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative (RWHC) awarded Dr. Eli Burks the Rural Health Ambassador Award. Dr. Burks serves as SSM Health Monroe Hospital Family Medicine Residency's Residency Program Director. Prior to taking this role in October 2023, Dr. Burks provided care as a Hospitalist for 7 years. He has a passion for rural healthcare for individuals in Monroe and for those in communities across Wisconsin. During the Residency and Fellowship Graduation on June 27, Jeremy Levin, Director of A...
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 11 through July 28. The most beloved tale of all time comes to life on stage! Based on the 1939 film of the same name, the musical is based on L. Frank Baum's novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." The story of a Kansas farm girl who travels over the rainbow has entertained audiences for generations with...
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: Wednesday, July 17 At 9 a.m. the 4-H General Projects Day will take place in the two large commercial buildings out at the fairgrounds. 4-H members will be bringing out their 4...
