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Everyone knew the Eastland Cougars would be young, but talented this season. The bigger question was how would Aquin star, Adam Awender fit in? That answer was delivered Monday night in Lanark as the Cougars ran past Dakota in a 46-36 non-conference basketball game. From the very beginning, the speed and quickness of the Cougars was evident as they took off early against Dakota – making steals and converting in transition for the quick 8-3 lead. Adam Awender has provided the true point guard tha...
Put together a team that is just now opening its season, against one with limited scorers who then got injured, and points proved to be hard to come by in the non-conference battle between Stockton and Orangeville. The Blackhawks were opening their season – with only two players back with any varsity experience – and in the first quarter it showed. After an early 2-2 tie, the Blackhawks were shut out the rest of the first period – going 0 for 8 from behind the three point line as they tried...
For much of the Girls Basketball early season, we are finding out where teams stand. Quite often, it is a battle between the haves and have nots, but every once in a while – you see two powerhouses square off. Such was the case Friday night as the Orangeville Broncos paid a visit to Elizabeth to take on the RR/SM Wildcats. Early on, you could tell there were jitters. The Wildcats turned the ball over in their first two possessions, but the Broncos got a three point bomb from Laney Cahoon – and t...
Dixon 34.0 Lena-Winslow/Stockton 28.0 215: Jeremiah Luke (LWS) over Will Howell (D) (SV-1 10-6) 285: Michael Haas (LWS) over Kit Wedekind (D) (Fall 1:42) 106: Jack Ragan (D) win by forfeit 113: Riley Paredes (D) over David Prater (LWS) (MD 11-2) 120: Ayden Rowley (D) over Reece Demeter (LWS) (Fall 1:31) 126: Jacob Renkes (D) win by forfeit 132: Arrison Bauer (LWS) over Gavin Kramer (D) (MD 17-3) 138: Mauricio Glass (LWS) over James Simpson (D) (Dec 12-5) 144: Karl Hubb (LWS) over Jayden Weidman...
There were few expectations when sitting down to cover the Stephenson County Board Thursday night. The meeting was the big fight over ARPS funds – the extra millions of dollars the County had been given that needed to be distributed. And while the vast majority of the money was already "claimed," there was still a million dollars sitting in the Highway Fund that everyone had their eyes on. And, with no other major business to attend to, the "fun" was expected to start right out of the gate. T...
In a heartwarming display of community support, Rise Real Estate successfully donated 15 Blessing Baskets filled with Thanksgiving meals and additional goodies to local families in need. With the help of generous community members and the dedication of our school guidance counselors, we were able to make this Thanksgiving a truly special and memorable one for those less fortunate. The initiative, led by Rise Real Estate, aimed to provide Thanksgiving meals with all the fixings, along with gift...
Fehr Graham, a leading Midwest engineering and environmental firm, announced the promotion of Alex Stykel to Associate Engineering Technician. Stykel, who works in the firm's Freeport, Illinois, office, excels in construction observation and ensures designs are built as planned. He specializes in field surveys, contract quantities, erosion and sediment control, stormwater, shop drawing review, project design, inspections and more. Stykel managed construction for the City of Freeport's Chicago...
On November 14th, our chapter competed in the Section One Agronomy CDE. The high school agronomy team placed 2nd overall. Individually, Karl Hubb placed 6th, Ashlyn Schubert placed 7th, Amber Haas placed 9th, and Michael Haas placed 10th. Our chapter also competed in the Section One Dairy Foods CDE on November 14th at Lena Schools. We had a high school and junior high team compete in this event. Our junior high team placed 1st in their division, and individually, Allison Kline placed 3rd, Ryker...
The River Ridge FFA Chapter hosted a non-perishable food drive in the weeks before Thanksgiving. The elementary, junior high, and high school students were all invited to donate food items as well as paper products. Members of the officer team collected the items in several different locations. The elementary classes had a competition to see which grade could donate the most. The 3rd graders earned an ice cream sundae treat for being the class with the most donations! The FFA Chapter was happy...
Stephenson County Sheriff's Office K9 Ralf will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Ralf's vest is sponsored by Lambert Ezell Durham Architecture, LLC of Florence, AL and will be embroidered with the sentiment "This gift of protection provided by LED Architecture". Delivery is expected within eight to ten weeks. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission...
At MCC we love to celebrate the birth of our Savior - the Light of the world - with lights! The Christmas tree is up and decorated. I have heard through the grapevine that many of you have had your homes decorated since long before Thanksgiving. That’s ok with me if it’s ok with you. But at our house, we do not take our fall decorations down until Thanksgiving is over - at which time our Christmas decorations go up. (This year, there was snow on the pumpkins). Here are some fun facts about the...
I think my wife is losing it. While we both love my cousin and his wife dearly, sharing your home with anyone – especially for long periods of time – can be trying. And while I have no problem releasing whatever tension might be there with a good old fashioned cussing out of my cousin, my wife would never do that. So, her frustrations need to find some other way of letting themselves … out. Now, replacing the Christmas Tree we always used to have in the front room with the “Leg Lamp” from the...
After overcoming the challenges of a devastating flood in March 2023, Riverside Dental is proud to announce the triumphant reopening of its Savanna, IL location. The dental office, located at 401 Main Street, is now fully operational and ready to serve the community with exceptional dental care once again. The grand reopening was marked by a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by community leaders, valued patients, and the dedicated Riverside Dental team. The event showcased the...
Personal Injury Accident On Monday, November 20, 2023, the Jo Daviess County 911 Center received multiple reports of a single vehicle accident with unknown injuries. Upon arrival, Deputies learned a vehicle traveling westbound on HWY 20 just west of W. Mitchell Rd., was driven by Luz Perez-Cross, 46 of Galena. Luz was negotiating a curve on HWY 20 when she lost control of her vehicle due to wet pavement. The vehicle then left the roadway, overturned, and struck a tree before coming to a rest. Luz and her passenger, Dorian Velazquez-Perez, 22...
Lake Carroll Richard Laesch, 82 Richard Laesch, age 82, of Lake Carroll, IL passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023. He was born on June 16, 1941 in New Ulm, MN to the late Carl and Loretta (Dawidiak) Laesch. Richard married Judith Hayes, she passed away in 1979. He married Mary Stevens on September 26, 2009. Richard was a member of St. Wendelin Catholic Church in Shannon where he was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of the Lake Carroll Fishing Club and Equestrian Club. Richard had worked as a sheet... Full story
On Nov. 27, the Scheider Family generously donated $1,000 in memory of Le-Win Alumnus Terry Scheider to sponsor a student for the 2024 Le-Win Music Trip. Janice Scheider explained the donation was a fitting way to honor her late husband, who passed away in January 2022. Le-Win Music Programs have meant a great deal to the Scheider Family. Terry himself was active in the Lena-Winslow Marching Band, as well as their three children and a grandchild. The family hopes that this gift will ensure a...
I think more about running away now than when I was a kid. But by the time I put my teeth in, my glasses on and find my keys, I forget why I’m going. If my body were a car, I’d trade it in on a newer model. Every time I cough, sneeze or sputter, my radiator leaks and my exhaust backfires. I’m almost to the age where I need to see an archaeologist instead of a doctor. I remember when shake, rattle and roll meant something different from just getting out of bed. Growing old happens … growing up is optional. I don’t know how to act my age … I’v...
Next June, Le-Win choir and band students are hitting the road to perform at Disney; however, with travel expenses at a record high, the trip costs significantly more than previous years. The Music Boosters are working their hardest to raise extra dollars to make this affordable for all students. So, as Jack Jordan, freshman drummer, said, "When life gives you music, you make a variety showcase!" The Music Boosters Holiday Variety Showcase will take place Dec. 15, 7 p.m. The students will deck the halls of the Panther Den with festive...
Gather your friends for an afternoon of decorating fun as the University of Illinois Extension hosts “Hort for the Holidays – Jo Daviess County Edition”. This program is being held on Wednesday, December 20 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office, 204 Vine St. Elizabeth, IL 61028. There will be a $30 charge to attend, and attendees will leave with two projects to take home with them. Pre-registration is required by December 13 to attend. To register or for more information visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw or ca...
Pool A = East Dubuque, Eastland, Rockford Lutheran, West Carroll Pool B = Amboy, Galena, Pecatonica, South Beloit 12/16 8:30 - West Carroll vs Eastland 10:00 - Amboy vs Pecatonica 11:30 - Rockford Lutheran vs West Carroll 1:00 - South Beloit vs Amboy 2:30 - East Dubuque vs Rockford Lutheran 4:00 - Galena vs South Beloit 5:30 - Eastland vs East Dubuque 7:00 - Pecatonica vs Galena 12/18 5:30 - Galena vs Amboy 7:00 - West Carroll vs East Dubuque 12/19 5:30 - Pecatonica vs South Beloit 7:00 - Eastland vs Rockford Lutheran 12/20 5:30 - 7th & 8th...
Juliet Moderow is a recent recipient of the National Audubon Society William Dutcher Award. She attended the National Audubon Leadership Conference held in Estes Park, Colorado from Nov. 2-5, where she accepted the award. Moderow is a Biology instructor at Highland Community College, and is active with the local Northwest Audubon Society. She has been a board member in different capacities over the past 10 years ranging from Education chair, Publicity, Vice President, and President for two...
West Galena 0 - 0 7 – 0 RR/SM 0 - 0 7 – 2 East Dubuque 0 - 0 4 – 4 Warren 0 - 0 4 – 6 West Carroll 0 - 0 3 – 8 Stockton 0 - 0 2 – 7 North Orangeville 2 - 0 10 – 0 Pecatonica 2 - 0 8 – 1 Lena-Winslow 1 - 1 8 – 4 Pearl City 1 - 1 3 – 8 Aquin 0 - 1 7 – 2 Durand 0 - 1 4 – 4 Dakota 0 - 2 5 – 7 South Eastland 3 - 0 6 – 4 AFC 2 - 1 9 – 5 Milledgeville 0 - 0 0 – 4 Amboy 1 - 2 6 – 4 Polo 0 - 1 3 – 5 Fulton 0 - 1 0 – 5 Forreston 0 - 1 0 – 9 Last Week’s Results RR/SM 40 Milledgeville 12 Warren 43 Juda 27 AFC 33 Forreston 23 East Dubuque 57 Blackhawk 40...
West Scales Mound 2 - 0 8 – 1 River Ridge 0 - 0 5 – 3 Galena 0 - 0 4 – 3 Warren 0 - 0 2 – 2 Stockton 0 - 0 2 – 2 East Dubuque 0 - 1 3 – 3 West Carroll 0 - 1 0 – 6 North Pecatonica 1 - 0 4 – 0 Dakota 1 - 0 5 – 4 Lena-Winslow 1 - 1 2 – 2 Oville/Aquin 0 - 0 2 – 5 Durand 0 - 1 5 – 3 Pearl City 0 - 1 1 – 6 South Eastland 1 - 0 4 – 1 Fulton 0 - 0 6 – 1 AFC 0 - 0 2 – 5 Polo 0 - 0 1 – 3 Forreston 0 - 0 1 – 4 Amboy 0 - 0 1 – 5 Milledgeville 0 - 1 1 – 5 Last Week’s Results Lena-Winslow 62 Durand 55 OT River Ridge 60 Blackhawk 43 Eastland 64 Milledg...
