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Lena-Winslow has a big front line. With Molly Amendt, Grace Groezinger and Eden Dietz, you've got three six footers (or close enough to it) right there. Add in the hops of Kaidynce Lynch, Alyssa Daughenbaugh and Mia Diffenderfer, and suddenly it's not easy finding holes against the Panther blockers. Durand found that out the hard way Tuesday night as the Panthers swept them 25-19, 25-17 to complete the first round of conference play undefeated at 6-0 in the NUIC North. The Bulldogs have...
Trouble hit the Aquin Bulldogs in the early minutes of their opening game on the road in Orangeville when middle hitter, Ava Theisen, went down in a lump after turning an ankle. Although it was a one point game at the time, the Bulldogs proceeded to fall apart in almost every phase of their game as hits went long, or into the net, passes suddenly went awry and sailing out of bounds, and even the region's top setter got called for a double hit – twice! The Bulldogs committed a whopping 15 unforce...
The Du/Pec Rivermen offense stepped out onto the field in their conference battle against Lena-Winslow in a shotgun spread formation – and stayed there all night. The Rivermen are known as a high octane offense, thanks in large part to star quarterback Cooper Hoffman. Yes, they would run the ball, but their main weapon was through the air – and they relied on it all night against Lena-Winslow. The Panthers meanwhile, have thrown a grand total of one pass all season, and that didn't change Fri...
The effort certainly was there and the game never got out of hand, but the five turnovers by the Stockton Blackhawks eventually doomed their chances Friday night as they fell short 22-8 against the Forreston Cardinals. The loss dampened homecoming night for the Blackhawks but they certainly could have been celebrating too if they had managed to hang on to the football in key situations. Moving the ball wasn't a problem as Tanner Gile and Karl Hubb both had good rushing nights, but every time in the first half the Blackhawks approached the...
Editor; Hello! I am Delaney Julius of Stockton Il and I play High-school volleyball as a freshman for SHS. I recently read the Article about Stockton Volleyball written by Dan Stevens. I think this article was way blown out of proportion. I am not trying to stick up for the mother as this whole situation was caused by her. The article was 100% truthful until it started to inform about the play and child of the mother who was posting on snapchat and causing a commotion. Ava Hess is my cousin and we have been very close over the years. I try to s...
Even though there were three more weeks to go, everyone pegged Saturday's battle between Potosi/Cassville and Blackhawk/Warren as the Six Rivers title game. And while the Chieftains brought their 'A' game, it took the Warriors a half before they got their offense on track. The game was decided in the first half. Porosi/Cassville scored on their first three possessions of the game, while the Warriors continually shot themselves in the foot as penalties stalled the one promising drive they had. Th...
The Greater Freeport Partnership is thrilled to announce the Wine & Witches Boo-tique Walk, a unique shopping and wine tasting event, to be held in Downtown Freeport on October 12 from 4-8 pm. This enchanting evening will showcase dozens of downtown boutiques and retailers, offering a magical blend of shopping, wine tasting, and seasonal merriment. Guests are encouraged to don their most creative costumes, with prizes awarded for the best ensemble, best shoes, and best-dressed group. "We're exci...
The IHSA held their Boys Golf Regionals last Wednesday at courses throughout the state. While most regionals had twelve teams compete, only the top three teams advance on to the Sectional competition. In addition, the top ten individuals who are not members of one of those three advancing teams, also earns the right to advance. Two regionals included teams from the Voices coverage area – Pearl City and Port Byron Riverdale. The Pearl City Regional was held at Wolf Hollow in Lena, and while T...
In recognition of Highland Community College's 60th anniversary, on Tuesday, September 26, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) presented HCC President Christina Kuberski and Trustee Doug Block with an honorary Senate Resolution commemorating the occasion. "Highland Community College is an excellent institution of higher learning that has helped many Northwest Illinoisans reach their academic goals," said Chesney. "It is a true gem in our community, and I am proud to present the college...
When we travel by car, I like to figure out ahead of time how many miles it is to our destination and how many hours it will take us to get there. In the olden days, I would get out my trusty road atlas, look at the index in back where it has a chart that tells you how many miles it is between any two certain cities and then map out the route we’d be taking. Then we’d pack our bags and hit the road. Nowadays, I just bring google maps up on my phone and it does the rest. But some things nev...
I miss television. I don’t know about you, but as for me, it was a lot easier finding time to watch television when I was younger than it is now. But before you think I’m going to go off on one of those self-pity “I work too much” rants, let me get right to the point. With my cousin Chuck living with us, and is addiction to MeTV – a channel that shows old tv shows from the 60s, and 70s like One Adam-12, Gunsmoke, M*A*S*H, and Star Trek, there have been a lot of days where I have had plenty of...
Freeport Nancy F. Otte, 90 Nancy F. Otte, 90 of Freeport passed away at the Monroe Hospice in Monroe, WI Sunday, Sept 10, 2023. Her family was by her side. Born July 25, 1933 in Jacksonville, Il to Dallas & Clayetta (Hodgson) Smith. She married Leland Otte on Oct 3, 1953 at the 2nd Presbyterian Church in Freeport, Il and they built their life together. After they were married, and Lee spent 2 years in the service from 1955 to 1957, they moved to the farm on Flansburg Road where they lived there for the rest of their lives. She was the Winslow... Full story
Our town is so small we don’t have a town drunk, so we all take turns. People think living in the city is exciting because there are so many more ways to die there. In the country, being stuck behind a tractor is a totally legitimate reason for being late to work. City folks think a possum is a flat animal that likes to sleep in roads. Walking the streets of a small town, you stop to talk to the lone person you might run into. Walking the streets of a big city, you make more eye contact with dog’s than people. Country High Schools tend to hav...
The Tyler's Justice Center for Children Board of Directors is pleased to announce the addition of Alegra Koser as Executive Director/Forensic Interviewer for the Center. Ms. Koser recently retired from the Stephenson County Sheriff's Office after serving over 25 years. Throughout her career, she worked in every division within the Office with her final duty assignment as Sergeant in the Investigations Division. Ms. Koser holds several certifications, including Sexual Assault Investigator, Child...
This past week I traveled north to the Career Fair at UW-Platteville to talk about the many opportunities with Farm Bureau, such as internships and full-time positions. I will forever be grateful for my time as an intern with the McHenry County Farm Bureau. It ultimately, lead me to my career with Illinois Farm Bureau and the Stephenson and Carroll County Farm Bureaus. If you know someone looking for an internship or full-time position, I encourage you to have them check out...
Highland Cougar Athletics is thrilled to announce Casey Coon as the new Head Softball Coach for the Highland Cougar Softball team. With an impressive background in softball, both as a player and coach, Coon brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Cougar softball program. Coach Coon replaces Danielle Walker, who resigned in August to pursue career opportunities in Kentucky. "Highland Cougar Athletics is proud to welcome Casey Coon as the new head softball coach," said Athletic...
St. John’s Lutheran – Lena Beef & Noodle Dinner And Bazaar Please plan to attend this event November 7th, 2023. The Bazaar opens at 8:30 a.m. and features a variety of homemade products: baked goods, noodles, candy, and crafts. Dinner will be served from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Dine-in meals will include beef and noodles, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable, Jell-O salads, relishes, dinner rolls, brownies, cake or angel food cake, coffee, or milk – all for $12. Drive-thru carry-outs will also be available. The carry-out meals will vary sligh...
West Galena 9 - 0 23 – 3 Scales Mound 7 - 1 14 – 7 River Ridge 6 - 3 16–7-3 East Dubuque 4 - 4 8–13-2 Stockton 3 - 6 10–11-2 Warren 1 - 7 3–20-1 West Carroll 0 - 9 3 – 20 North Lena-Winslow 9 - 0 24 – 2 Durand 7 - 2 23 – 4 Aquin 6 - 2 16 – 5 Pecatonica 4 - 5 13–10-3 Orangeville 2 - 6 18 – 12 Dakota 2 - 7 7–21-3 Pearl City 0 - 8 7–20-2 South Fulton 9 – 0 20 – 5 Polo 6 – 2 14–10-2 Forreston 5 – 4 9 – 16 Milledgeville 4 – 5 10–11-1 Eastland 4 – 5 10 – 11 AFC 1 – 6 4 – 12 Amboy 0 – 7 1–15-2 Last Week’s Results Dakota 25, 25 Warren 16, 17 Durand 25,...
