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  • Solid Opener For Both Sides

    Dan Stevens|Nov 24, 2021

    The RR/SM Wildcats paid a visit on Pearl City to open up the respective seasons for both Girl's Basketball teams. And while the Wildcats used their speed and depth to pull out the 48-40 non-conference victory, both teams could walk away knowing they were on the right track. The Wildcats jumped all over Pearl City early – hammering the ball inside to Sydney Driscoll early against the PC 1-2-2 zone defense – while using strong half court man-to-man pressure on defense to force several tur...

  • Ziarko Awarded National American FFA Degree

    Nov 24, 2021

    Each year, the National FFA Organization honors FFA members who show the utmost dedication to the organization through their desire to develop their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. The American FFA Degree is bestowed upon a select group of students in recognition of their years of academic and professional excellence. This year, 3863 American Degrees were awarded remotely October 30 at the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo. E...

  • Where Are They Now

    Nov 24, 2021

    Palmer College Of Chiropractic Awards Degrees The following students graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic's main campus in Davenport, Iowa on October 22, 2021. Clayton Ruter of Lanark, IL Tevin Sellers of Lena, IL Palmer College of Chiropractic, the first and largest college in the chiropractic profession, has campuses in Davenport, Iowa; San Jose, Calif.; and Port Orange, Fla. Guy Named To All-WIAC Second Team Platteville, Wis. Junior wide receiver...

  • We're Baa-aack!

    Dan Stevens|Nov 24, 2021

    With all of the small schools joining the 8-Man football format, the IHSA 1A playoffs grew considerably ... "bigger". Teams like Athens, Moweaqua Central and Carrollton – schools that would have been in 2A, suddenly got bumped down to fill up the 1A playoffs. "Yeah, it's going to be a lot tougher in the playoffs this season," Panther head coach Ric Arand said back in August when explaining how the bigger schools would now be in their way. The first such opponent – Ridgeview/Lexington – came...

  • Violent Crime In Freeport

    Nov 24, 2021

    Freeport Chief of Police Matt Summers addressed the recent acts of violent crime in a press conference at City Hall after a night of gun violence. On November 18, 2021 at approximately 7:52 P.M., Freeport Police responded to the area of Galena and Pleasant for report of shots fired. Officers heard shots fired and the location was confirmed by Freeport's ShotSpotter system. When officers arrived, they found two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately rendered aid to the...

  • Thank You Broncos

    Dan Stevens|Nov 24, 2021

    As the final seconds ticked down in the 8-Man State Championship, it was difficult for many of the Orangeville Broncos to fight off the tears of coming so close, only to fall 12-7 in the lowest scoring 8-Man playoff game ... ever. The frustration was very real, because Orangeville did not get beaten by Polo – the Broncos were the better team in many respects – but they were unable to take advantage of the many opportunities they had to put the game away. So, in many ways, Polo didn't win – t...

  • Stockton FFA Update

    Hannah Brudi|Nov 24, 2021

    National FFA Convention The Stockton FFA Chapter attended the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, from October 27 to 30. On our way to the convention, we stopped at Fair Oak Farms where we learned how cows are milked and how the milk is processed. We also visited their hog facility where we learned how pigs are raised and cared for from birth to finish. The next day we attended the opening session at the National FFA Convention. Every session started with an awesome moshpit for...

  • Senate Week In Review

    Brian Stewart|Nov 24, 2021

    A late-night bill to repeal the Parental Notice of Abortion Act in Illinois, which was controversially passed through the General Assembly by Democrat legislative leaders late in October, has not yet been acted on by the Governor more than three weeks later. In other news, Illinois is on course to be a leader in the manufacture of electric vehicles and parts with the signing of a new law that received strong bipartisan support. The Illinois Department of Transportation has released a map that...

  • Preacher's Piece

    Kevin Cernak|Nov 24, 2021

    My teeth were stained, so the dentist asked me, “Do you smoke or drink coffee?” I told him I drink it. Last week I had a funeral in Amboy, illinois. Amboy is exactly 83 miles from my house. It’s a pretty drive from here to there. The trees were still in full fall mode making for outstanding scenery. The 8-man high school Amboy football team had just played a game against the Orangeville Broncos. The closer I got to town, the more signs popped up encouraging the hometown team to beat their oppon...

  • Posey Hired As EHS Project Manager

    Nov 24, 2021

    Fehr Graham, a leading Midwest engineering and environmental firm, announced the hiring of Chris Posey as an Environmental Health and Safety Project Manager. Posey comes to Fehr Graham with more than 20 years of experience in environmental health and safety services. He is responsible for client coordination, scheduling and project oversight. He worked for Fehr Graham from 1999-2009 as an Environmental Specialist and an Environmental Project Manager. For the last decade, Posey worked as a...

  • Point To Ponder

    Dan Stevens|Nov 24, 2021

    I admit it, cooking has never been one of my strengths. “Whoa, whoa, whoa! Is this going to be another one of your stupid columns where you try and make excuses for yourself?” “Hi honey, nice of you to stop in.” “Don’t ‘Hi honey’ me. I have sat back and said nothing every time you come across with some lame excuses for why your inherent laziness is perfectly acceptable. But I’m drawing the line here.” “I’m not lazy.” “I had to buy you slip-on shoes because you didn’t want to bend over to...

  • Pediatric Covid-19 Vaccinations

    Nov 24, 2021

    SSM Health Monroe Clinic Medical Group is preparing to administer their first pediatric doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5-11, now that the CDC has given their authorization and Wisconsin DHS has endorsed its clinical guidance. Parents can begin scheduling vaccine appointments now. SSM Health is ready to offer vaccination to kids ages 5-11 in a variety of ways: - During previously scheduled Pediatric Department appointments in Monroe - COVID-19 vaccine only appointments - SSM Health is offering a mass pediatric vaccination c...

  • On The Record

    Nov 24, 2021

    Craig Burns Sentenced On November 10, 2021, Craig Burns of Hanover, Illinois, was sentenced by Judge Kevin Ward to two years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for the offense of Aggravated Fleeing/Eluding, which is a Class 4 Felony. Burns had previously pled guilty to the offense. This charge resulted from a pursuit on August 28, 2020, in rural Galena and Elizabeth after Burns failed to stop for officers. Burns fled at a high rate of speed, passing numerous motorists illegally, before...

  • Obituaries

    Nov 24, 2021

    Lanark Robert W. Lindsay, 84 Robert W. Lindsay, age 84 of Lanark, passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021 at home. A private family service will be held with burial in the Lanark Cemetery. Law Jones Eastland is in charge of arrangements. Robert was born August 14, 1937 in Lanark, the son of Robert and Lois (Smith) Lindsay. The family moved to Mt. Carroll and Robert graduated from the Mt. Carroll High School with the Class of 1955. Robert married the love of his life, Carol Lotz on July 5, 1959. They raised two sons in Lanark and enjoyed 62... Full story

  • Non-Urgent Procedures Suspended

    Nov 24, 2021

    Like many other healthcare facilities, SSM Health Monroe Hospital and Monroe Clinic Medical Group is experiencing extremely high patient volumes. While our staff has done an incredible job maintaining a steady state of care throughout the COVID pandemic, we have recently reached an all-time high of hospitalized COVID patients, in addition to facing bed capacity and staffing challenges. We have made the difficult decision to suspend select non-urgent procedures in order to support hospitalized patient care needs until further notice. This will...

  • Money Buys Silence Too

    Dan Stevens|Nov 24, 2021

    There's a classic saying everyone knows, "Money Talks," but in the case surrounding Adkins Energy and the Pearl City Elevator Dispute, apparently it can also buy silence. The dispute between Adkins Energy and the Pearl City Elevator was settled over the weekend, and Village Voices was able to get details regarding the settlement itself. Just before the two parties were scheduled to go to trial, a settlement agreement was reached. The controversy surrounded Pearl City obtaining 56% control over...

  • The Lighter Side

    Nov 24, 2021

    Will you text your mom and ask how long it takes to microwave a 25 pound turkey? For once we're going to have a happy family Thanksgiving. I'm stuffing the turkey with Prozac. He doesn't drink these days. Apparently, he's allergic to drugs and alcohol – he breaks out in handcuffs. You can say any foolish thing to a dog, and the dog will give you a look that says, "My God, you're right! I never would've thought of that!" Well the small towns in the region are all putting up their Christmas decorations, and you know what that means ... Thanks g...

  • History Of Christmas Trees

    Nov 24, 2021

    “The History of Christmas Trees” will be a special display in the Owen P. Miles Museum, Mt. Carroll during December 2021, sponsored by the Carroll County Historical Society. Decorated trees on display will feature ornaments from the late 1800s up to the 1960s. Also on loan will be a display of vintage Christmas cards and an historic “Old Country” vintage Nativity set. Step back in time and imagine one of these trees in your home as friends and family gather to celebrate Christmases in the past. Museum hours during December will be Saturda...

  • Eyeglass Collection Drive

    Nov 24, 2021

    Beginning November 15th and concluding December 1st, the Pearl City High School FFA, National Honor Society, and Servant Leadership members will be collecting used eyeglasses for the Pearl City Lions Club. The glasses are then sorted, sent around the world, and distributed to people who can’t afford them. Eyeglasses should be in good condition and not scratched. Eyeglasses should be brought to Mr. Zink or Mrs. Gallagher’s rooms. The three students who collect the most eyeglasses will be treated to a pizza party compliments of the Pearl Cit...

  • Eastland NHS Inducts Nine

    Nov 24, 2021

    Nine students from Eastland High School were inducted into membership of the National Honor Society in a ceremony on November 15th. Students selected for induction are: Emily Janssen, Kyla LaRue, Ashleigh Ifert, Adelia Rush, Sarah Kempel, Hudson Groezinger, Keegan Strauch, Ethan Dertz, and Carson Heckman. They are joined by 8 seniors who are current members. Students were selected by the faculty for meeting high standards of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. The National Honor...

  • Cool Hand Luke

    Dan Stevens|Nov 24, 2021

    Lena-Winslow quarterback, Luke Benson, was a major factor in the Panthers semi-final victory over Ridgeview/Lexington Saturday in Lena, but he's used to not getting a lot of the headlines. "My job is usually to carry out my fakes and hand the ball off," he said. "As long as we're winning, I'm fine with that." But on Saturday, he opened the scoring when he used his powerful legs to push into the end-zone on a one yard quarterback sneak. On the following conversion, he faked handing the ball on a...

  • New Glarus Christkindli Market

    Nov 24, 2021

    The New Glarus Christkindli Market will make its first appearance in downtown New Glarus December 10-12, 2021! This outdoor Christmas market will host vendors offering a variety of high quality, locally made and sourced gifts, along with Christmas decorations and foods, all housed in wooden on-street chalets. Shop local and support small businesses, while enjoying holiday lights and music. Santa will be in his chalet Friday through Sunday, and special appearances by Samichlaus and Schmutzli will occur. Free horse-drawn sleigh rides Sunday, 11...

  • Chicago Anyone?

    Nov 24, 2021

    The Warren Music Program is seeking adults who want to attend the music trip to Chicago. The Warren Music Program takes a trip every 4 years to a destination where the kids can learn about not only music but see a different area and way of life The kids fundraise for 4 years in order to be able to afford the cost of their trip. Due to Covid, their trip to New York last year, was unfortunately canceled. In lieu of the New York trip, the Music Program will be taking a shortened trip to Chicago...

  • All Conference Volleyball

    Nov 24, 2021

    North Division 1st Team *Lucy Arndt *MVP* Aquin Jr *Abi Schlueter Dakota Jr *Jenna Damon Durand Sr *Savanah Brandt Pearl City Sr Mary Zettle Dakota Sr Ava Hiveley Aquin Sr Molly Amendt Lena Winslow So 2nd Team Jadyn Sweet Dakota Sr Allie Hughes Durand Sr Megan Holder Aquin So Hanna Pizzolato Aquin Jr Izzy Flamino Lena Winslow Sr Kalli Humphrey Lena Winslow Sr Brynn Solt Pearl City Sr Audra Lartz Pearl City Sr Honorable Mention Cole Knox Dakota Jr Chelsey Mashaw Dakota Jr Rhiannon Robertson Durand So Elaina Nyen Durand Jr Bentleah Stovall Aquin...