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The Stephenson County Circuit Clerk's office is happy to announce that they have received a self-representative litigate grant. With that grant money, we can now provide two computer stations in our law library for individuals wanting to represent themselves in court. The self-help computers have links to the Illinois Standardized Forms and other free legal websites. Individuals can complete forms online and print the forms in our office. Individuals can also e-file their pleadings at these...
In last week’s Village Voices a photo that had been submitted to us in regard to what the photographer believed was a “crop fire that got out of hand,” was printed within our pages. The date and time of the fire were verified, and a call to 911 reporting it was also confirmed, as was the fact that a red flag warning had been issued. However, a text came in from the Lena Fire Chief, saying the information was wrong. Although a return text and phone calls were both made to ask him what was in erro...
As reported within our pages, there was a major controversy last year in regard to the Taste Of Lena – specifically with how the group LASER (Lena Area Special Event Runners) had asked the Lena Lions Club to sponsor and run the event, but then "stole" it by having patrons write checks out to LASER and not the Lions, and then refusing to let the Lions even see the books, let alone make sure the profits from the event went back to support the Lena community. Leaders Ron Fluegel and Sue S...
The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) is pleased to announce that Chloris Lowe Jr., twice past-president of the Ho-Chunk Nation, has received the 2023 Nancy Hamill Winter Conservation Leadership Award. The award was presented to President Lowe by Nancy Winter at JDCF's annual meeting on April 6. For 12 years Chloris has served JDCF as a volunteer advisor and consultant on various projects, increasing JDCF's understanding of the vast and unique collection of Native American heritage...
The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) invites you to join our book club, Conservation Conversation, for a free series of weekly Zoom discussions. We will begin the final book of our three-book series, Braiding Sweetgrass, on Wednesday April 5 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm. The study will be divided into four consecutive sessions covering three chapters per session. Participants do not have to attend every session. To receive the Zoom link, you must register online at www.jdcf.org for each session...
Youth from around the state demonstrated their specialized equine knowledge at the Illinois 4-H State Horse Judging Contest on Feb. 18 at the Black Hawk College East Campus. In this contest, youth judge six classes of horses, at least two being halter classes, and youth 14 years of age and older may also choose to participate in oral reasons following the classes. Stephenson County had one youth participate from Lena, Illinois: Madalyn Schierloh. Madalyn competed in the Reasons Division as an in...
House Minority Leader Tony McCombie (Savanna) is hosting a series of upcoming prescription drop-off events in partnership with local Sheriffs to help ensure that unused, unwanted, or expired prescriptions are properly disposed of. The three upcoming events will be held at the end of April, in line with National Prescription Take Back Day, a movement backed by the federal Drug Enforcement Agency to help prevent medication misuse and opioid addiction. Event details are as follows: Stephenson County German Valley Fire Department, 600 Church St,...
While the White House and Congress were not on the line, there were still some very important elections held last week. Results of the contested races from our coverage area are listed below. If it was a simple ‘vote for one’ situation, there is no number in parenthesis next to the office the candidates were running for. However, in many cases the top two, three or four candidates won – in which case, the number in parenthesis next to the office is how many of the people listed below it (in vote recipient order) were elected. In the case of the...
E-Book Presentation The Friends of the Lanark Public Library invite you to attend their special program on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 6:30 pm in the Council Room at 111 S. Broad Street, Lanark, Illinois. The featured speaker will be Diane Ludwig from Freeport Public Library addressing the topic of e-books. The Friends of LPL sponsor the annual subscription to this online book service. Come learn about accessing books on your phones, tablets and computers using the Lanark Public Library account. No advance registration is necessary. TLP Trivia...
Northwest Illinois residents and businesses are invited to participate in the upcoming recycling collection set for Saturday, April 22, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Elizabeth Community Building rear parking area just off U.S. Route 20, at 330 N. West Street, Elizabeth, Illinois. Curbside recycling has been added to this event. For a fee of $5 per household, a single stream recycling dumpster will be available. Eligible items for drop off include consumer glass bottles and jars, consumer plastics and metal cans, cardboard and paper including...
Youth who love to be outdoors and explore nature will enjoy this Forestry Club offered by the University of Illinois Extension – Stephenson County 4-H. The Forestry Club will help youth learn to identify trees, how to plant an oak tree properly, and learn about the different by-products that forests provide for their community. "Research shows that nature provides youth with creativity, discovery, and STEM education. We have a great variety of forest preserves, state parks, and hiking trails her...
Fatal Traffic Crash On March 30, at approximately 5:43 am, Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office personnel responded to the area of N. Davis Road approximately ½ mile north of Walnut Grove Road in rural Davis Illinois for a report of a two-vehicle traffic crash. Upon arrival, it was determined that both vehicles involved in the crash rolled over, and the driver of one of them, a 51 year old man from Davis, was ejected and located in a field on the east side of Davis Road. Davis Fire Protection District personnel immediately began life-saving me...
Southwest and Southland Dairy Farmers and Stephenson County Fair are pleased to announce that the Mobile Dairy Classroom will be in residence at the Stephenson County Fair in Freeport, IL this July 25 - 29. Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Kolb-Lena Inc. subsidiary of Savencia Cheese USA LLC. Fair-goers will be entertained and educated with a unique dairy experience facilitated by a trained instructor who will guide them through the milking of a cow and a presentation on how nutritious...
Giving back to your community gives you a sense of purpose and a deeper appreciation for what you have. The 4-H Ambassadors in Stephenson County have learned that one way of giving back is through sharing what you have learned in 4-H, with younger youth. The Stephenson County 4-H Ambassadors helped plan and then led or assisted with the workshops at the 4-H Super Saturday at the Stephenson County Farm Bureau office on March 4. Being a 4-H Ambassador means helping promote 4-H and encouraging...
On Thursday, March 30, a Status hearing was scheduled for the Stephanie Broshous trial taking place at the Stephenson County Courthouse. A Status Hearing is basically when both parties – the prosecution and defense – appear before the judge to ensure that progress is being made on a resolution. For example, all discovery materials have been given to the defense by the prosecution, or there are negotiations for a plea deal being made, etc. In short, it is for the court to be sure that neither side is dragging their feet and the defendant is get...
Cedarville Baptist Church Join us at Cedarville Baptist Church and set aside the dates Friday, April 7 and Saturday, April 8. You will be greatly blessed by the "In Pursuit" Ladies Conference and "A Visit with Corrie" Dramatization of the Holocaust survivor Corrie Ten Boom. (The Corrie Ten Boom Drama Friday afternoon is open to all men and women). Speakers include: Christa Mielke, Loretta Schofield, and Gayle Haas (Dramatist) See brochure online at https://cbcofcedarville.org/ at the bottom of the main page for more detailed times. Or on our...
It was a historic performance for the Highland Community College Speech and Debate Team with a strong showing at the state tournament on March 3-4 at Northern Illinois University. The team has met with success over the season and looks forward to the regional and national competition. "I am beyond proud of Highland's performance at the Illinois Intercollegiate Forensics Association (IIFA) State Tournament," said Speech Team Coach and Advisor Harry Bodell, a speech communication instructor. "In...
Personal Injury Accident On the evening of March 6, 2023 at approximately 10:10 PM, Deputies responded to the area of W. Front Ave. and S. Golf Rd. for a motor vehicle accident with possible injuries. Upon arrival, it was determined that Emily M. Langfield, 28 of Stockton, was operating a gray 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer west bound on W. Front Ave. just east of S. Golf Rd. Langfield’s vehicle left the south side of the roadway and struck a tree. Langfield fled the scene of the accident, but was located a short time later. Langfield was t...
Another couple of years and an invaluable local artifact might have been reduced to dust. An historic county map that is larger than the heights and arm spans of most visitors, was in danger of no longer remaining useful. The Lena Area Historical Society (LAHS) is in possession of a rare map of Stephenson County. It was printed in 1859 by H.F. Walling Company of New York. and is very large – 54" x 58". It details all the townships, roads, waterways, and railroad lines of the county just before t...
At the end of September, 2022, my office was made aware by the Stockton Police Department (SPD) of allegations regarding an incident among several members of the Stockton JV football team during a practice on 9/27/22. As SPD investigated the allegations, which at that early stage were only thirdhand, SPD followed established protocols that are in place for investigating the type of allegations rumored to have occurred, and the victim was interviewed in accordance with those protocols. Chief Kevin Stewart requested, and I agreed, to seek the...
Grocery Bingo Allure of Stockton hosting a community grocery bingo on the third Thursday of the month. (March 16th) at the Stockton Park House from 11:00 am until Noon. Everyone is invited to attend. Pre-School Screening The Pearl City School District will be having a preschool screening on March 17th. If you have a preschool-aged child, age 2.5, 3 or 4 years old, and are interested in attending preschool, please call 815-443-2715 for more information on preschool, and to schedule your screening appointment! Soup Supper The Baileyville...
SSM Health Monroe Hospital has been named one of the 2023 Top 20 Rural & Community Hospitals in the United States by the National Rural Health Association. Regarded as one of the industry's most significant designations of performance excellence, SSM Health Monroe Hospital is proud to have received the Top 100 recognition every year since 2016 and Top 20 recognition in 2021. "We are incredibly proud to be recognized at a national level for the excellent work our teams perform every day," shared...
Submissions are now being accepted for the thirtieth annual "Prairie Wind" art and literary magazine. “Prairie Wind” is a collection of original poetry, prose, visual art, and recorded music contributed by Highland students, staff, alumni, and community members. The electronic submission form and guidelines are available at highland.edu/prairiewind The submission deadline is March 10. There is a limit of five pieces from each submitter. The magazine has been published annually since 1992 under the auspices of Highland Community College, 299...
Accident With Injury On Saturday, February 25, at approximately 2:29 am, deputies responded to the area of S. Pleasant Hill Road North of West Reusch Road for a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Deputies arrived on scene and learned a motor vehicle driven by Connor Altensey, 24 of Savanna, was involved in an accident. Connor explained he was headed south bound on S. Pleasant Hill Road, when he lost control of his 2005 tan GMC Sierra truck and drove off the left side of the roadway. Connor struck multiple trees and a deck of a residence...
The Greater Freeport Partnership is requesting input from the community to shape the future of downtown Freeport. Please complete the survey at greaterfreeport.com/mainstreet before March 6. The survey, which was developed by Illinois Main Street, asks for feedback on the features, uses and amenities you currently enjoy and those you wish to see added to downtown Freeport. The survey takes less than ten minutes to complete and is completely anonymous. “The survey results are extremely important to developing our strategic plan for downtown Free...
