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Jo Daviess County Sheriff Kevin Turner is warning the public about a possible telephone scam occurring in Jo Daviess County. The scammer telephones a resident and will either impersonate a family member who is in need of money, or will claim they are an attorney representing a family member who is in legal trouble and is in need of money. The scammer will then attempt to convince the victim to wire a significant amount of money in order to help the family member. Sheriff Turner urges the public to exercise extreme caution if they receive...
Just when people were beginning to get excited about the upcoming Taste of Lena scheduled to be held on June 11th, a controversy suddenly erupted that prompted angry phone calls to our office. "How could the Lions let Laser Take away the Taste?" "I thought Laser was done, why are they butting in?" "You have to look into this Stevens!" So, we did some digging. And are happy to report, that as it turns out, the controversy followed that of a Shakespearean Classic – Much Ado About Nothing. And h...
On May 8, 2022, the Freeport Police Department responded to a shots fired call in the 100 block of North Greenfield Drive. Upon arrival, officers learned that a firearm projectile had been fired down through the floor of an upstairs apartment, passing through the downstairs apartment’s ceiling. No one was injured in the incident. During the investigation, officers located three firearms and executed a search warrant on the apartment where the shots fired originated. Additional firearm ammunition and firearm components were located during the s...
Week of 5/8 through 5/14 Note: Those listed have been found guilty unless otherwise designated Jo Daviess County Jordan, Anna M Driving on Suspended License – Dismiss Driving 1-10 above the limit – Guilty Martinez, Shay M Driving 15-20 above the limit – Default Judgment Floerke, Anthony R Dom Battery/Physical Contact – Charge Amended/Reduced Battery/Makes Physical Contact – Withhold Judgment/Supervision Richmond, Ayeyia D Driving 15-20 above the limit Miller, Lisa A Driving Under Influence/Alcohol – Dismiss Failure to Reduce Speed – Dismiss D...
With the warmer weather, things are starting to green up. Our landscapes are coming back to life with the showy displays of new plant growth and flowers. But are all those the plants you expected and want? Are there plants taking over your landscape, timber, or open areas? Some of these are best managed during the spring and early summer. Join Illinois Extension Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Educator Jay Solomon for a spring discussion on problematic and invasive plants on May 24 at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office. The...
Why should you spay or neuter your pet? Spayed and neutered pets are better behaved. They are less likely to roam, yowl, wail, bite, or display aggressive behavior. Intact males will do just about anything to find mates, including escaping your home, which puts them at risk of injury or fights with other males. Roaming can expose your pet to dangerous diseases. Overpopulation is another known reason. There are just not enough homes available, especially for cats. Spaying and neutering can help...
Accident Leads to Drug Charges On April 26, at approximately 4:18 am, the Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Office received information from the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office of a property damage accident on N. Elizabeth Scales Mound Road in the area of County Road O. Upon arrival, Deputies learned that the accident involved injuries requiring Cassandra L. Edge, 36 of Platteville, WI to be transported from the scene to a local hospital. Tammy S. Stanton, 52 of Cuba City, refused medical attention on scene and was arrested on a Jo Daviess war...
The May Grace Meal will be held on Sunday, May 15 with all orders at curbside pick-up. The menu is barbecue sandwiches, hashbrown casserole, carrot sticks, peaches and a cookie. All meals are by reservation only no later than May 13 at 5 pm to the church office by phone or email ([email protected]). The Grace Meal program is supported by a grant from the Freeport Community Foundation. St. John's Lutheran Church is located at 229 S First St., Pearl City, IL. Worship Services are currently in-person and live streamed on Facebook Live by...
Join a thriving team of compassionate people who make a difference in people’s lives. Hospice focuses on living fully to the end of life and providing care and support to patients experiencing a life-limiting illness. Volunteers are an important part of the hospice team assisting in many ways. SSM Health at Home is seeking volunteers to provide meal service to residents at the SSM Health Monroe Hospice Home. Volunteers will be asked to serve at least one day a week from 11 am – 1 pm and/or 4 – 6 pm. An early shift from 6 – 8 am may be added i...
Week of 5/1 through 5/7 Note: Those listed have been found guilty unless otherwise designated Jo Daviess County Wilson, Tawonda D Improper Passing on Left – Dismiss Child Restraint Violation – Dismiss Delprete, Tia P Disorderly Conduct – Dismiss Ennis, Roy M Poss Cannabis Stephenson County Wessels, Mitchell A Driving on Suspended License – Guilty Driving 15-20 above the limit – Guilty Pempilton, Charles Poss Amount Control Substance – Guilty Williams, Jaquan S Obstructing Identification – Modified/Trial Court Driving on Suspended License – Mod...
Juvenile Aggravated Robbery On April 23, 2022, around 12:24 PM, officers of the Freeport Police Department responded to a robbery call in the 400 block of W Douglas. During the investigation, officers learned that a juvenile victim had come to Freeport in response to a social media sale of an iPhone. During the exchange, the suspect, a 16 year-old male from Freeport, removed a handgun from his pocket and robbed the victim of cash and an iPad. The handgun was later determined to not be real. The juvenile suspect was apprehended shortly after...
Registration for 4-H Day Camp 2022 is open! 4-H Day Camp is set for June 14, 15, and 16 at Rock River Christian Camp, Polo, IL. Sign up today to get your child in on all of the amazing fun! Youth may choose to participate in all three days of camp or attend the dates that work best in their schedule. 2022 4-H Camp is a day camping experience that is conducted cooperatively by University of Illinois Extension staff in Boone, Carroll, DeKalb, Jo Daviess, Lee, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside, and...
The Greater Freeport Partnership is excited to announce the return of Stephenson County Restaurant Week April 22-May 1. During this 10-day event, patrons are encouraged to seek out dining options from area restaurants that are offering featured dishes. Freeport and Stephenson County are home to more than 95 restaurants, cafés, bars, lounges, and delis, each with a unique flavor or environment. The Stephenson County Restaurant Guide can be found online and in participating restaurants in the...
The April winners are announced in the Northwest Illinois Daily (a cooperative fundraiser). The Daily Drawing is a drawing for 365 daily cash prizes from October 1, 2021 – September 30, 2022, 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 County include: C...
On Saturday, April 30th, 2022, from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M., the Freeport Police Department will be participating in the Drug Enforcement Administration's Prescription Drug Take Back Day event. At the Take Back Day event, the public can drop off potentially dangerous prescription medications for proper disposal. The Take Back Day event will be held in front of the Freeport Police Department, located at 320 W. Exchange Street. Participants can pull their cars up in front of the headquarters building on Exchange Street and one of the event volunteers...
Week of 4/18 through 4/22 Note: Those listed have been found guilty unless otherwise designated Jo Daviess County Metz, Kyle M Driving 15-20 above the limit Patel, Manishkumar K Improper Turn Signal – Withhold Judgment/Supervision McCauley, Skyles F Driving on Suspended License - Withhold Judgment/Supervision Operating Uninsured Vehicle – Guilty Helm, Larry D Use Cell Phone Operating CMV – Vacated/Trial Court Larsen, Stephanie S Criminal Trespass to Residence – Bond Forfeiture/30 Day Notice Adolf, Kami J Poss Hypo/Syringe/Needle – Guilty Po...
The City of Freeport is partnering with the Freeport Park District for a special Arbor Day Celebration which will be held at the Gunkel Shelter in Krape Park on Friday, April 29th beginning at 10:00 am. Representatives from the City of Freeport and Freeport Park District will gather to commemorate Arbor Day and celebrate the Tree City designation that was recently awarded to Freeport. Following the Tree City proclamation by Mayor Jodi Miller, Kiwanis Kids groups from Empire and Blackhawk schools will join in the celebration by planting trees...
We got a much stronger response than we thought we would in regard to what things to cut from the paper. The puzzle page didn’t make it – best comment about it was that too much of it was geared towards little kids, and our market is more High School kids and their parents. However, many did like the puzzles, so we are going to look for some stand-alone puzzles we can put in. The Court Report got a big reaction both ways, but the best idea we got came in from Joe Vaske who asked why we cou...
Join Nikki Keltner and Alex Burbach, University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinators, for “Houseplants” on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 1 p.m. at the Elizabeth Community Building, HWY 20 W. Elizabeth, IL 61028. There will be a $10 fee to attend this program and pre-registration is required as seating is limited. To register or for more information please call the Jo Daviess County Extension Office at 815-858-2273 or visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw. During this program, you will learn about the benefits of having houseplants, hou...
The Midwest Medical Center Auxiliary Foundation is sponsoring a bake sale for this spring, just a few days before Mother’s Day. The bake sale will be Friday, May 6th beginning at 7:00 a.m. and lasting until the bake goods are gone. The sale will be held at the DeSoto House Hotel, 230 S. Main Street, Galena, Illinois. There will be a wide variety of bake goods, including pies, cakes, cookies, breads, candy and muffins for purchase. There will also be a gift basket raffle for 8 different themed baskets. The baskets will be on display at the hospi...
Espenscheid Forest Preserve in Stephenson County is now home to an oak tree savanna thanks to local youth and community members. The group of 25 oak trees, called a savanna, will bring new life to oak-hickory forests currently under threat in Illinois. The 4-H Green Communities Tree Program focuses on tackling global issues at a local level. "Oak savannas are being overtaken by invasive species, as well as more shade-tolerant trees, such as maples," says Curt Sinclair, University of Illinois...
Week of 4/11 through 4/15 Note: Those listed have been found guilty unless otherwise designated Jo Daviess County Taifa, Joshua Jr Dom Batt/Bodily Harm – Dismiss Dom Batt/Phys Contact – Guilty Violate Bail Bond/Fam Member – Dismiss Resisting Police Officer – Dismiss Johnson, Janessa S Driving on Suspended License Alvarado, Radames J Battery/Cause Bodily Harm – 2 counts – Dismiss Stapleton, Troy Obstructing Identification – Judgment/Bond Forfeiture Piefer, Colton James Driving Under Infl/Alcohol – Charge Amended/Reduced Reckless Driving – Withh...
Concerns seem to be misplaced regarding recent actions voted upon by the Freeport Park District. Specifically, at their April 5 meeting, the Park Board voted to declare the two homes owned by the Park District – one at the entrance to Krape Park, and the other on the Park Hills Golf Course – to be declared, "Surplus Property." By making the declaration, it allows the District to either sell the property, rent them, or tear them down to make room for some other purpose – but that's what spark...
State's Attorneys from across the state explained how their work – and the ultimate safety of their communities – will be threatened when some provisions of Illinois' controversial overhaul of its criminal justice system take effect next year. State Senator Brian Stewart (R-Freeport) stood with other Senate Republican Caucus members April 6 at a Capitol Press Conference as they heard the State's Attorneys address their front-line concerns with the SAFE-T Act. A major criminal justice rew...
