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The way the citizens of Illinois have been inundated these days with paid advertising, you would almost be led to believe that Illinois Democrats have not had unfettered power over our State Government for the past fifty years. Many progressives would have you thinking the top of every agenda at every unit of government should be expanding abortion, socializing healthcare, or all about “fairness”. All of this distracts from the truly unfair reality that the largest group of disenfranchised Ill...
Thursday, October 22, marked the Stephenson County Fair Association's (SCFA) Annual Board Meeting where new members were voted onto the SCFA Board of Directors. Congratulations to Terry Wingert of Kent for being voted to the Secretary seat and also to Jamie Kent of Lena as the new appointee for one of the Greater Freeport Partnership seats. To see the complete list of board members, please visit our website at www.stephensoncountyfair.org and click the "ABOUT US" tab. With Terry's new role, one...
The Midwest Medical Center Auxiliary will once again sponsor their Tree of Love Fundraiser to honor loved ones during the Christmas holiday. This is the perfect way to pay tribute to loved ones while helping to raise much needed funds to support the hospital and Galena Stauss Senior Care Community. Donation envelopes will be available in the Nov. 3 Galena Gazette, at the hospital gift shop and in the hospital lobby and at the Galena Territory Owner's Club. There are four levels of giving to...
Don't be upset that rose bushes have thorns; rejoice that thorn bushes have roses. As we approach the election on November 3, I’ve been emphasizing intercessory prayer. I don't know why prayer makes such a difference, but I know it does. You can plan a program, think through all the details, set up all the help, get all the things you need, instruct everybody, rehearse it and run through it - and it may fall totally flat. But if you involve others in the ministry of prayer concerning it, t...
I’ve got a question – if you have ever seen the movie, “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” what is your favorite scene from that movie? There’s a reason why I ask, but I’ll get back to it later, I promise. I got one of “those” phone calls the other day – you know, one of those calls that no matter what, you were never prepared to receive, and it slugs you in the gut. Linzy Friedlein, a former speech kid who was currently my assistant coach for the Stockton/Warren speech team … was gone. Like...
By Mrs. Maurer and Mrs. Campbell Orangeville Elementary It has been about a month since the fire at the Johannsen/Robey household. The Orangeville community has rallied to support Alisha Johannsen and her family in various ways. Garrett, Beaux, and Jon are deeply missed among their family, friends, and teaching staff. The world today has many negative aspects such as COVID, politics, and of course, the fire that took three lives from our community. With that being said, Mrs. Campbell and Mrs....
Stockton Linzy Marie Friedlein, 19 Linzy Marie Friedlein, age 19 of Stockton, IL, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2020. She was born May 30, 2001 to Damon and Aimee (Wise) Friedlein. She graduated from Stockton High School with the class of 2019 where she was captain of the Speech Team, sang in the choir, and was a cheerleader. She was currently attending Highland Community College. Linzy worked at the front desk at the Country Inn & Suites in Stockton. She enjoyed photography, going to waterparks and spending time with her best friend,... Full story
John Travolta tested negative for coronavirus last night. Turns out it was just Saturday night fever. The World Health Organization has announced that dogs cannot contract Covid-19. Dogs previously held in quarantine can now be released. To be clear, WHO let the dogs out. I saw an ad for burial plots, and thought to myself that's the last thing I need. Intelligence is like underwear. It is important that you have it but not necessary that you show it off. Relationships are a lot like algebra....
A strong argument could be made that having to repeatedly compete on such a grueling course as the one at Lake Carroll paid big dividends as the Lady Cougars of Eastland qualified for the IHSA Sectional at Seneca which will be held on Halloween. Amidst a very large and competitive field, the Cougars finished fourth at the Oregon Regional. The top five teams from each of three regionals feed into the Sectional, with a few token individuals also included if they have a strong enough finish in the...
Highland Community College Lifelong Learning November courses include Tips for Writing Simple Wills, Powers of Attorney for Health Care or Property, Wire Wrap a Pendant, and The History of the Civilian Conservation Corps (1933-1942) at HCC and online. Some courses are held in person, while everyone practices social distancing, wearing a mask and others have the option to attend through Zoom™. To register online and view the complete Lifelong Learning schedule, visit highland.edu/lifelong. For more information about Lifelong Learning and to f...
The Winslow Township Park District quietly celebrated 50 years. The president recently listed for the board accomplishments for the year 2020. Most of us think that not much could be accomplished in this year with Covid, but we were pleasantly surprised by the following: New playground equipment was installed next to the lower shelter house area. (12 Le-Win students assisted getting volunteer hours credits) New swings for babies were installed The old playground equipment was removed and the...
This week was an exciting one for the 7th grade Ag Explore students at Stockton Middle School. They started out the week by learning about the dairy industry and the products that come from this industry. Some topics covered in this lesson include learning about the farm to table process of milk and the process for making some of our favorite dairy foods such as ice cream, butter, cheese, and yogurt. The students then went to action in making their own butter and ice cream. Fun was had by all...
On October 21, presiding judge Michael P. Bald has announced that starting Thursday, October 22, 2020, the Stephenson County Courthouse will be instituting new restrictions as a result of the recent increase in cases of COVID-19 within the community. As of Thursday, October 22, 2020, the Stephenson County Courthouse will only allow individuals with a court date or an appointment with agencies within the courthouse to be admitted. A drop box has been installed outside of the courthouse for persons who would like to drop off payments for court...
Submissions came in, and we must say there were some very impressive Halloween displays that we saw throughout the region – which sparked an idea. Thanks to the sponsorship of Three Headed Monster BBQ in Shannon, Sweetie Me in Lena, and The Cookie Jar in Freeport – we have a nice prize package to give to the three houses picked as winners in our first ever Haunted House Halloween Home Decorating Contest. Each of the winners will be receiving a coupon good for a free five pound bag of cooked pul...
