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Josie Korte and Benjamin Vandigo of the Scales Mound FFA Chapter were selected as the Illinois FFA State Proficiency Winners in the areas of Landscape Management and Safety, respectively, on March 26. Each year, the Illinois FFA recognizes students in 47 project areas for their Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs) or work-based learning experiences. Students are evaluated on their agricultural skills and competencies, record keeping and an interview. To be eligible for this state-level...
A team of four Stephenson County youth took home the Champion Award of the Rookie Division on April 16 at the 4-H SpaceBot Mission Command Challenge Robotics Competition held at the McLean County Fairgrounds. The A2=B2+C2 Team of Stephenson County was also named the winners of the Best Table Performance Award. Team members include Cassandra Bausman, Connor Bausman, Brogan Keltner, and Wade Sheffey. The A2=B2+C2 team has been meeting at the Stephenson County Extension office twice a week since Ja...
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...
When my wife and I were first married we bought a small, 13 inch portable television. To get reception we’d adjust a set of rabbit ears on the back, twisting and turning them to pick up the invisible signal. We got about three channels on that little thing. Since then, we’ve graduated up to larger models. That TV seemed very small at the time. That’s when they were first coming out with giant 60” large screen TV’s. Today, the average size TV screen in North America is 55 inches. According...
It was like something out of a dream … There I was, in an Apache attack helicopter, flying over a vast wooded area. Sitting next to me, with one hand on my thigh, was none other than Michelle Pfeiffer – not the Michelle Pfeiffer from Scarface who was attitudinal and too skinny – but the Michelle Pfeiffer from What Lies Beneath and Dangerous Minds. Now, admittedly, I love my wife dearly, but Michelle Pfeiffer … yeah, I’d be willing to burn in hell for her. Anyway, there we were flying over the...
Men's Results Team Scores 1. Pecatonica 79 2. Lena-Winslow 67 3. Dakota 59 4. Milledgeville 46 100 1. Jace Flynn – LW 11.95 2. William McGregory, D/P 12.18 3. Gage Wilk, Mvl 12.20 4. O'mar Pasley, LW 12.23 5. Nathan Folk, D/P 12.40 200 1. Camden Foesch, Dak 22.99 2. O'mar Pasley, LW 24.53 3. Sam Pecoraro, LW 25.18 4. Lucas Fye, LW 25.28 5. Conner Mathews, Dak 25.44 400 1. Marey Roby, LW 53.10 2. Adrian Arellano, Dak 53.55 3. Kaleb Morris, Dak 55.40 4. Michael Kowalke, LW 55.93 5. Hudson Groezing...
Lena/Warren Verla J. Folgate, 85 Verla J. Swift-Folgate, age 85, formerly of both Warren and Lena, passed away on April 16, 2022, at WinnPrairie Assisted Living and Memory Care in Freeport, Illinois. She was born on July 18, 1936, in Green County, Wisconsin, the daughter of George and Bessie (Sweeney) Broege. Verla was married to Bill Swift of Warren for 39 years until his passing and was then married to John Folgate of Lena for 15 years until his passing. She worked for the Warren Gamble Store, Warren Greenhouse, and Micro Switch for numerous... Full story
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...
The Lena Historical Society will be open to the public on Sunday, May 1. A program will be presented at 2:00 on their exhibit “Impacting History: Lena Women who made Their Marks”. This exhibit explores the lives of some early Lena women who made a difference with their strength and tenacity. Even though they may have not achieved national fame, they made an impact on the lives of others and paved the way for the next generation of women to follow their dreams. Admission is free, donations are appreciated....
Baseball 1. Warren/Stock 11 – 2 Warhawks had bating practice ... or walking practice - against West Carroll. Real games resume soon. 2. Forreston 8 – 2 Just when we made them the top team Forreston falls flat with losses to Byron and Amboy. 3. Fulton 8 – 2 Steemers just keep on winning with sweep over Galena. Wish the weather had let them play Warhawks. 4. Lena-Winslow 8 – 4 Panthers kept the hot bats going as they blew out Aquin twice. Looking like a contender right now. 5. Eastland 8 – 4 Cou...
The Classic Cinemas Lindo Theatre celebrated 100 years in Freeport with a kickoff event and it’s Century Series on Wednesday, April 20 at 1 pm. Willis & Shirley Johnson gave a brief introduction, history of the theatre, and its significance, as well as the film and invited attendees for light refreshments. The first movie in the Century Series, Miss Lulu Bett, will played at 1 pm and 7 pm on April 20 for $2.50 - the original cost of a ticket. This 1921 silent comedy, drama was the very first movie to ever screen at the Lindo on April 17, 1...
Coffee – the most important meal of the day. Sometimes I wake up and think, “Maybe I won’t have coffee today.” Then I laugh and laugh because it’s good to tell yourself funny jokes in the morning. It’s not procrastinating if you’re drinking coffee, it’s “procaffinating”. Even bad coffee is better than no coffee at all. At over $2, a cup of Jo should at least go by “Joseph”. Sometimes I go hours without drinking coffee … it’s called sleeping. Now serving coffee – otherwise known as liquid sanity and motivation, topped with hope. Every morni...
The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) is hosting a screening of the film "2040" on Friday, May 13, at 7 pm, at the Galena Territory Owners' Club, 2000 Territory Drive, Galena. The event is open to the public, and the movie is suitable for adults and children 10 and older. Doors open for complimentary popcorn and Potosi root beer at 6 pm. "2040" is a special climate change film because it portrays a hopeful future in which humans have reversed the impacts of climate change. Award-winning...
Like clockwork as the weather begins to warm so does my desire to travel and experience new things. I love exploring new places whether it be a city, state park or even a new local business. I am fortunate that with my position with Stephenson County Farm Bureau I have the opportunity to host several bus trips throughout the year, three of which have upcoming registration deadlines and have several seats available. Our trips are a great way to explore somewhere new or old without the hassle of p...
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...
Baseball Warren/Stockton 12 RR/SM 5 The Wildcats were giving the Warhawks all that they could handle as the game stood tied at 4-4 after three innings. Caleb Mammoser was pitching a great game for the Warhawks – going 5.2 innings and allowing only three hits with ten strike outs. But three Warhawk errors allowed four unearned runs. But in the bottom of the fifth, the Warhawks edged out in front for good, then added two more runs in the bottom of the fifth, and another five in the sixth to put t...
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...
The Supernovas of Pierce Athletics have earned a bid to compete at the Varsity All-Star D2 Summit this coming May in Orlando, Florida. The Supernovas are the Senior Coed Level 4 Cheer team at Pierce Athletics. The team will be competing at the D2 Summit scheduled to take place May 6th through the 8th. The D2 Division is the small gym division being defined by a gym having 125 or fewer athletes enrolled in their competitive cheer programs. This year's Supernovas are the first Senior Coed Level 4...
