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Sometimes subtle reminders of summer blend with bold colors of fall to complete an overall perfect picture. Such is the case with the yard of Brian and Pat Mauer, 708 Virgina, Lena. The couple began developing the unique space in 1984 and they continue to add unusual finds from trips near and far. No corner is spared a dash of color, sculpture or unusual plant. Pathways in the back yard are graced with fish seemingly swimming on grass, solar sunflowers and cactus. Ground cover fills in shady...
I just thought of a cool practical joke ... go out and buy a Dollar Store skeleton for Halloween and bury it in a shallow grave under your new deck. In about 30 years it will really be funny when the new owner of your house digs it up when he's rebuilding your deck. Losing weight doesn't seem to be working so from now on I'm going to concentrate on getting taller. Of course kids are going crazy! Their teacher now drinks, swears, can smack their butt and they can't complain to anybody because...
A friend had the proposal below sent to them, and asked for a reply because they were confused regarding the Fair Tax Amendment that is on the ballot. So ... we felt the debate was worthy of being in print. Point: Let me begin by saying there is a lot of false information circulating about the Fair Tax. Much of the false information is being funded/circulated by the Illinois Policy Institute (IPI). And the IPI receives a lot of its money from Ken Griffin (no relation to IEA President Kathi...
Love is probably one of the most misused words in the English vocabulary. It can have many different meanings. Someone will say: “I love your sweater.” Or, “I love pizza.” Or, “I love to knit.” Or, “I love those stained glass windows in your church.” Or, “I love you.” The quality of anyone’s love directly relates to the capacity of the one who gives it. For instance, do insects experience love? Is that speedy spider that races across your kitchen floor trying to deliver you a message of love...
It’s True, I confess, I am a Sneaky Pete. Now, I realize that most – if not all of you – have no idea what it is I’m talking about, so let me explain. You see, while growing up in Northwest Indiana, my brother, sister and I were all prone to seeing treats prepared by my mother left unguarded. Whether it was the tin of fudge “hidden” above the bread box, or the cookie jar left full without a padlock in place, these screamed to a growing boy, “Come and get me!” So, naturally, we did. In my house g...
Stockton Dale R. Larsen, 73 Dale R. Larsen, age 73, of Stockton, IL went on to be with the Lord on September 21, 2020 after a three year battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. He was born December 29, 1946 in Lena, IL to the late William and Helen (Krise) Larsen. He loved farming, hunting and baking. He worked for Chicago NW Railroad, the Farmers Exchange, was a dairy farmer for 20 years and Kolb Lena Cheese Factory for 22 years. After retirement, he worked for Gerlach Farms and drove for Barkau Automotive. He is a member of Calvary United... Full story
The Daily Drawing (a cooperative fundraiser) is a drawing for 366 daily cash prizes from October 1, 2019 – September 30, 2020 to those donating for a ticket. Cash prizes vary between $50 and $250. 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. Tickets are still available for the upcoming 2020-2021 drawing. Contact Brenda at 563-590-5165 for information on obtaining tickets. There are nearly 20 organizations working together on the Daily Drawing from Jo D...
The Board of Trustees would like to thank the community for their understanding and support as we navigate the challenges related to COVID-19. Health and safety is our top priority as we develop our reopening plans. LPL will be reopening Tuesday, Sept 22 with the following guidelines: *Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri-Noon to 1pm is reserved for patrons 55 and over. Sat. 10-11. *Curbside service will continue for those wishing not to enter the building by calling 815-493-2166 during normal library hours. *Masks are required (some will be available if you...
Residents have seen the large solar array being constructed just outside of town on Cedarville Road, but few knew who was doing it, or what sparked the project. The short answer is – the School District is going to pull in some major benefits – thanks in no small part to some creative work by Superintendent Tom Chiles. "The decision to investigate solar was through quite a bit of marketing to all schools when Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SREC) became available for federal tax red...
The Board of Directors of The State Bank of Pearl City is pleased to announce the promotion of Scott H. Helms to President and CEO of The State Bank of Pearl City, effective April 1, 2020. The son of Howard and Virginia Helms, Scott is a 1987 graduate of Mount Carroll High school and attended both Cornell and the University of Wisconsin. He and his wife Stephanie have three children - Abby, Caroline, and John. Scott joined our staff in 2007 as Executive Vice President and has 27 years of...
Boys NUIC Golf Standings Dakota 11 – 0 Eastland 10 – 2 Stockton 8 – 2 Galena 7 – 2 E. Dubuque 6 – 3 Aquin 7 – 4 Amboy 6 – 4 RR/SM 6 – 7 Du/Pec 4 – 8 Forreston 2 – 9 LW/PC 1 – 8 W. Carroll 1 – 9 Polo 0 – 10 Top Ten Individuals Ian Peterson, Dakota 40.5 (3) Ethan Rood, Dakota 40.8 (3) Ryan Stoffregen, Galena 41.9 (3) Lane Pierson, Aquin 42.1 (7) Andy Anderson, Eastland 42.4 (4) Thomas Hereau, RR/SM 42.5 (9) Nick Panoske, Dakota 43.3 (1) Zach Stricker, Du/Pec 44.0 (3) Mitchel Coffey, Stockton...
Apple River State Bank announced the appointment of Sandy Frank as manager of the bank's Scales Mound office. "We are pleased to have Sandy manage our Scales Mound office," said Joel Holland, the bank's Chief Executive Officer. "As a local resident, Sandy is well acquainted with the area and will provide expert advice to fit the financial needs of our customers." Sandy started with the bank in 2001 as a teller in Scales Mound and Apple River. In 2005 she moved to the bank's bookkeeping...
State Representative Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) was among the Illinois Farm Bureau's honorees for his 100% pro-agriculture voting record during his first full term in the Illinois House of Representatives. "I am honored to be recognized by the Illinois Farm Bureau for my proven voting record supporting agriculture. The agricultural economy is so important to Northwest Illinois families and is intertwined with our Northwest Illinois values," said Rep. Andrew Chesney. Chesney was awarded the...
Boys Eastland 177 Andy Anderson – 37, Treyton Selman – 44, Kellen Henze – 45, Noah Newstrand – 51 = 177 Stockton 199 Dustin Oppold – 48, Mitchel Coffey – 49, Bryce Smith – 51, Jared Dvorak – 51 = 199 E. Dubuque 185 Jon Montag – 45, Brody Tashner – 46, Carter Widner – 46, Sam Huntington – 48 = 185 RR/SM 191 Thomas Hereau – 40, Timmy Winter – 48, George Winter – 51, Stevie Moris – 52 = 191 Aquin 185 Lane Pierson – 40, Ty Stykel – 45, Hayden Neuendorf – 49, Jackson Hilby – 51 = 185 Forreston 21...
