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Residents of Stephenson County would have been stunned if they were in attendance to watch the first official meeting of the recently seated County Board. Not because of the typical in-fighting, fireworks, or petty attacks thrown out between the partisan small town politicians, but because of the lack there of. I mean, this is the Stephenson County, the entity that gave rise to the Dangerous Eight, and saw some of the most moronic legislation in the history of man. (Remember the law passed...
Registration for 4-H Camp 2023 is open! 4-H Camp is set for June 11-15, 2023, at Rock River Christian Camp, Polo, IL. Sign up today to get your child in on all the amazing fun! 4-H Camp is a five-day, four-night residential camping experience that is conducted cooperatively by University of Illinois Extension staff in Boone, Carroll, DeKalb, Jo Daviess, Lee, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside and Winnebago Counties and the professional staff at RRCC. Historically, parents have sent their children to 4-H Camp for a variety of reasons: to have fun, to...
This story originally ran several years ago when the Dangerous Eight were making a mockery of the Stephenson County Board. Seeing how the Board is now functioning almost like it should … which is as scary as it is delightful – we are re-running this piece, partly because it is funny, but also to remind everyone of just how bad things used to be. Hadley – Can we all please come to order? Clay – This isn’t a formal meeting, you can’t order us to do anything. Martindumb – This is the problem with...
Higher volumes for health care services are anticipated every year during cold and flu season and 2022 is no different. This year, SSM Health Monroe Hospital and SSM Health Monroe Clinic Medical Group are seeing some of those increases earlier than anticipated as local cases of the flu and RSV are already coming in. In a recent 7-day period, SSM Health tested 140 patients in Monroe, 27 of which were positive for flu. “We are seeing more patients in our emergency department and urgent care locations, as well as much sicker patients,” shared Dr....
In the Fall of 2022, the Freeport Elks donated $26,000 to local Freeport organizations that help local agencies including: Meals on Wheels, FACC, JR ROTC, "Blue Nuns", Salvation Army, Mother Hubbard, and Freeport Veterans. Since this fall the Elks donated another $1000 to the Vets, and this past Monday they donated 36 sheets and 36 pillowcases to FACC plus clothing and bath towels. In addition, another $8,000 has already been granted for next year. But the main youth activity of the Elks is...
Salem United Church of Christ - Lena We invite you to join Salem United Church of Christ, 8491 West Salem Road, Lena, Illinois, for our Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services. Christmas Eve church service will be held on Saturday, December 24th, 2022 at 7 p.m. Christmas Day church service will be Sunday, December 25th, 2022 at 10 a.m. All are welcome at Salem United Church of Christ! For other fun ways to get involved with the church and other members, the Wednesday Breakfast Bunch will be meeting Wednesday, December 28th, 2022 at 8 a.m. at...
This is the last issue of Village Voices for this year. We are letting our staff enjoy the holidays with their families, and will be back with our next issue on January 11th. We will continue to operate as a daily online, so you can check back to our website throughout the holidays for the latest basketball scores and updates, but there will not be a printed version of the Voices mailed out until the January 11th issue. So, in the meantime, we wish the best of holiday wishes to you and yours,...
There are 16 members of the Stephenson County Board, so nine votes were needed in order to be seated as the new County Board Chairman. And while all of it was supposed to take place at Monday Night's special Reorganization Meeting of the Board, it became quickly obvious that the respective camps had been doing a lot of work behind the scenes. During Public comment, the first five people to speak all implored the Board to keep Bill Hadley as Chairman, with several comments making it a point to...
The Illinois Office of Tourism awarded Pretzel City Brewfest the best event or festival at the Illinois Governor's Conference on Travel and Tourism on Monday, December 5 at Chicago's Navy Pier. Pretzel City Brewfest, hosted by the Greater Freeport Partnership, is held annually on the last Saturday in September and has drawn thousands of visitors to downtown Freeport in its ten years of existence. The craft beer festival celebrates local, regional and national brands for an amazing tasting...
The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) recently partnered with Blackhawk Area Council to preserve Canyon Camp, a beloved, 86-year-old Scout camp in rural Stockton, IL, by purchasing 140 acres of the camp. "Canyon Camp is a very special place," said Sedrick Robinson, Scout Executive for the Blackhawk Area Council (BAC) of Boy Scouts of America, which owns the Canyon Camp property. "Generations of young men and women were taught to love the outdoors and learn life skills here. It's a place...
Sometimes every day stress can get a little overwhelming. But how do you take a time out? Join us for a Being Present: Mindfulness Workshop where parents and youth can learn some ways to calm down and take a moment to relax their mind and de-stress. Several short meditations will be used to focus on breathing and being present in one’s daily life. We will make a calming jar and do some yoga movements to help with de-stressing. Cost is $5 per family. To register call 815-235-4125 or go.illinois.edu/jsw. Please dress in loose fitting clothes and...
The River Ridge FFA Chapter hosted their annual food drive the week before Thanksgiving. Students in the elementary and high school generously donated a large variety of items to help out those in need this holiday season. The elementary students had a grade-level competition in which the 2nd graders collected over 175 items to donate. The paper and food products were used to stock the shelves at the High School "Cat's Care" pantry and the remainder of the items were delivered to the Elizabeth...
Broshous Charged On November 18, 2022, Stephanie Broshous, 47 of Stockton, was arrested on two counts of Forgery, a Class 4 Felony, and one charge of Theft/$10K-110K/School/Worship/Government, a Class 1 Felony. She appeared in Court on November 21st and was released on $2500 Bond with her next appearance scheduled for December 21st at the Stephenson County Courthouse. Broshous is accused of stealing money from the Lena Park District during her employment there, as detailed in a previous story released by Village Voices over two months ago. Reas...
Make Lanark shine with your outdoor holiday decorations as we "Light Up Lanark." Help the Celebrate Lanark Committee make this a bright Christmas with your creativity and cleverness. The town will be divided into quadrants along Broad Street and the railroad tracks; one winner will be chosen from each quadrant. The committee will surprise Lanark residents who display extra cheer with holiday-themed prizes on December 15th. Start adorning your property at any time--just be sure your lights are...
The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) is accepting nominations for the Nancy Hamill Winter Conservation Leadership Award, which will be presented at the Foundation’s annual meeting in early 2023. An individual, organization, governmental entity, educational institution, or business that has demonstrated creativity and/or leadership in the preservation, restoration, or stewardship of natural areas and/or Native American cultural resources, or has a strong history of promoting an understanding of the natural world in Northwest I...
I’ve been reporting area news for a long time, and have built up a rather extensive network of sources, so quite often I hear what is about to happen before it actually does. If my sources are correct, and there is no reason to doubt them, then by the time you read this there has been a change in leadership on the Stephenson County Board. Each time there is an election, the first meeting of the board is to swear in the new members that were elected, and to have that board elect who they c...
Casper Bluff Preserve, owned and operated by the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF), recently expanded by 29 acres. The preserve now includes over 130 acres of wildlife habitat and public open space. "Nature is good for one's soul....it provides an inner peace," said Pat Casper. Pat and her husband Dave sold this land to JDCF at a bargain price. "Casper Bluff is a treasure we call home and want to share with others hoping it brings them the same comforts and inner calm, contentment, and...
To aid in the shortening of the wait time for patients needing access to food, SSM Health Monroe Hospital and SSM Health Monroe Clinic Medical Group created an onsite food closet. When patients in primary care, pediatrics or behavioral health identify as not having food during screening questions during appointments, they are given a slip to redeem for an immediate need food bag. Included in the immediate need food bags is non-perishable food items provided through a partnership with Green...
The Northwest Illinois Daily (a cooperative fundraiser) announces the November winners in the Daily Drawing. The Daily Drawing is a drawing for 365 daily cash prizes from October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023 to those donating for a ticket. Over $21,000 is paid out to ticket holders during the drawing year. 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. Sponsoring organizations from Jo Daviess, Carroll & Stephenson C...
A 1963 graduate of Lena-Winslow High School, a member of the United States military, and a retired Illinois State Trooper, Robert "Bing" Wells has been the voice of Lena-Winslow football, track, and boy's basketball since 1972. Bing has pretty much seen it all in his time as the voice of the panthers. From some of the not so great years of the football program, to the happier moments like state championship football teams and state tournament bound basketball teams, Bing has been there. Bing...
Looking for that perfect gift? Look no further! Venture out to The Galena Territory on Dec. 3 for the annual Holiday Market, featuring local vendors, crafters and artisans, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Then take a self-guided tour of five beautifully decorated homes located throughout The Territory and absorb the splendor of holiday decor during this year's Holiday Housewalk, open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Holiday Market is located in The Galena Territory Association's (GTA) Owners' Club....
United Methodist Church – Pearl City Community Christmas Dinner - Please join us for a Community Christmas Dinner at Pearl City First United Methodist Church, 411 S Main St., Sunday Dec 25th from 11am-1pm. Dine in, Carry-out & Delivery (within the Pearl City area) will be available. If you would like to call ahead and reserve a meal, please call the church at 815-443-2177. Walk ins are always welcome! Salem UCC – Lena All are welcome to join us for our service led by Pastor Christopher Ham at Salem United Church of Christ, 8491 West Salem Roa...
Della Crain Earns Volleyball Honor The Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference announced Thursday afternoon that Rockford University senior outside hitter Della Crain has been selected NACC Honorable Mention by the conference's 14 head coaches. This is now the third straight season that Crain has received NACC Honorable Mention accolades. She also becomes the first Regent in program history to earn a postseason award from the NACC in three separate seasons. Della Crain was once again the top of...
The Salvation Army of Freeport is excited to kick-off the 2022 Red Kettle Campaign at 12 noon on Saturday, Nov. 19 at the downtown Salvation Army Corps- 106 West Exchange Street. This event will coincide with the Cedarville Lions Toy Drive for the Salvation Army (10am to 2pm) and also the Mistletoe Walk, bringing shoppers downtown. Kurt Steffen, Cub Foods Store Manager and friend to The Salvation Army, will speak and announce the goals for the holiday season. The public is invited to attend and...
We invite you to join SSM Health at Home for Celebration of Lights, an event to honor the light and love of someone significant. During this annual service, we will remember those whom we have lost and honor those who are still with us. Celebration of Lights will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Monroe United Methodist Church (2227 4thStreet) in Monroe. Attendees are welcome to join us at 6:00 pm for a special “Make a Memory” rock painting exercise. The celebration ceremony will begin at 6:30 pm and is expected to last about 45 min...
