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Jean Engel was busy in her her in busy was Engel Jean

Librarian Kathy Andrews. “We “We Andrews. Kathy Librarian

Hughes said. Hughes

drops by,” said Children’s Children’s said by,” drops

how to celebrate the holidays,” holidays,” the celebrate to how

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really getting busy. getting really

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Public Library, things were were things Library, Public

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house decorating contest and a a and contest decorating house

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contest for the businesses, a a businesses, the for contest

and which on the windows. the on which and She said the library normally normally library the said She Kenzie Zimmerman was was Zimmerman Kenzie that sticks together and tries to to tries and together sticks that

including a window decorating decorating window a including

stickers should go on the roof roof the on go should stickers a Christmas Tree bookmark.” Tree Christmas a are always fun events.” fun always are “We are a small community community small a are “We

Winter Wonderland celebration celebration Wonderland Winter

the trees and which jelly bean bean jelly which and trees the make a jingle bell necklace and and necklace bell jingle a make kids to play,” she said. “These “These said. she play,” to kids ebration.

town in conjunction with the the with conjunction in town

cat stickers and where to put put to where and stickers cat little ones to decorate. They can can They decorate. to ones little “We have some games for the the for games some have “We - cel Wonderland Winter the for

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folks visiting the downtown downtown the visiting folks

day treat during last week’s Lena Winter Wonderland celebration Wonderland Winter Lena week’s last during treat day - num a hosting is LBPA The

to stay late and accommodate accommodate and late stay to

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it in and Santa will deliver it.” deliver will Santa and in it

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the card and wrap it and bring bring and it wrap and card the

closes at 5:30 p.m. seven days days seven p.m. 5:30 at closes

said. “You shop for what’s on on what’s for shop “You said.

The Mercantile normally normally Mercantile The

wishes of an area child,” she she child,” area an of wishes

coffee if people want it.” want people if coffee

the age and size and Christmas Christmas and size and age the

we have samples of fudge and and fudge of samples have we

card off the tree and it will have have will it and tree the off card

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shoppers happy,” said Maedge. Maedge. said happy,” shoppers

Giving Tree in DeVoe Floral. DeVoe in Tree Giving

and hoping we can make our our make can we hoping and

season-long celebration is the the is celebration season-long

“We are staying open late late open staying are “We

One of the highlights of the the of highlights the of One

at the Lena Mercantile. Lena the at

all the decorations.” the all

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year and our school kids make make kids school our and year

day season.” day

have a beautiful tree again this this again tree beautiful a have

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downtown,” she said. “We “We said. she downtown,”

a chance for folks to come out out come to folks for chance a

acquaint folks with the shops shops the with folks acquaint

than usual,” Engel said. “It’s “It’s said. Engel usual,” than

project three years ago to help help to ago years three project

nesses stay open a little later later little a open stay nesses

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feel back to Lena. to back feel

town for the celebration. the for town

way to bring that hometown hometown that bring to way

- down the throughout traffic

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She said there is a lot of foot foot of lot a is there said She

enjoying the evening.” the enjoying

people seem to enjoy it.” enjoy to seem people

out visiting our downtown and and downtown our visiting out

the parade, but it’s growing and and growing it’s but parade, the

was great and lots of folks are are folks of lots and great was

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the celebration. “The weather weather “The celebration. the

as I can remember,” Engel said. said. Engel remember,” can I as

organize the parade segment of of segment parade the organize

mas Walk in Lena for as long long as for Lena in Walk mas

said Paris Hughes who helped helped who Hughes Paris said

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big thing in Lena. in thing big

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Tracy Siegner photos Santa and Mrs Claus had their hands full when Maddox and Ozzie Heimann came downtown Kenzie and Tracie Zimmerman came to the Lena Public to visit during the annual Lena Winter Wonderland celebration Library for crafting during the Lena Winter Wonderland cel- ebration Friday night

227852 Ruth Maedge was kept busy with late night shoppers at the Lena Mercantile during the annual Winter Wonder- land celebration Five year old Chole came with her mom Carri Mapes to see Santa and Mrs Claus and sug- gested she might like an Elsa doll from the movie Frozen for Christmas

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for the Lena Historical Society 686 Van Buren, Freeport, IL 60209 Shopper’s Guide - December 9, 2015 - Page 3 Lena Library News By Dixie Althoff hour as they baked Christmas circle time Christmas songs Leah Remini and Preventing Stop in and take a peek. Library Director cookies and enjoyed them were sung. Jingle the dog Cancer Reducing the Risks by Remember, Santa will be LENA — When you stop in with a hot cup of cocoa. The joined in to bark a Christmas Richard Beliveau. One new with us December 15 from the Library, you will notice downstairs smelled delicious! tune. The kids all had a great Juvenile book: Groundhogs 10 a.m.- 11 a.m. and again it’s beginning to look a lot The Thanksgiving posters that time! Day Off by Robb Pearlman. December 16, 10 a.m. – 11 like Christmas! Ms. Kathy were made a couple weeks Winners of the Thanksgiv- Lots of new books, but we a.m. Plan to stop in and see and I have been busy with ago were judged. Winners ing centerpieces were Char- still have many old children’s the Jolly old elf! decorating. We even have were: Lillian Werhane and lene Foley and Joan Yeakle. books and adult nonfiction on Watch the Shopper’s Guide good old Frosty in the cor- Grady Winter. Congratula- Maurice Holmes was the our sale/donation shelves. for future events. ner. He has managed to find tions on some very nice work! winner of the first snowfall a book about himself to read. Last week the preschool- contest. Congratulations to You notice that he is now ers had Thanksgiving parties. all! Lena Business & Professional wearing glasses, as he is get- They played Turkey bean New wintery fiction: Cross ting on in years! He really is bag toss. Turkey and pump- Justice by James Patterson, Association calendar of events kind of cute!! kin bags were used. When the Bring Me Home for Christ- LENA — November 27 – live music, view our Commu- Story hour and after school bag goes in, all the children mas by Robyn Carr, Secret December 10, Community nity Enchanted Forest and visit groups have been busy with go “gobble, gobble, gobble,” Sisters by Jayne Ann Krentz, Enchanted Forest. The Lena with Santa. Tours of our nearly Thanksgiving and of course, They had lots of fun playing Ashley Bell by Dean Living Center, 1010 S Logan, completed new Medicare wing getting ready for Christmas. that game. Koontz, Precious Gifts by Lena is hosting a Commu- will also be available. Door Last week the after school Pilgrim hats made by Ms. Danielle Steel, Eve by Wm. nity Enchanted Forest in the Prizes. Join Us. group made edible Pilgrim Kathy were enjoyed for a Paul Young, and Key of Valor Living Center. We are ask- December 12, 8 a.m. – 10:30 hats and enjoyed them as a snack. Yes, I had a couple and by Nora Roberts. New Non- ing individuals, businesses, a.m., Lena Community Park snack. They also played Tur- they were quite tasty! fiction: Trouble Maker by organizations and groups to set District presents ‘Breakfast key Bingo. This week they This week started the up a tree of their choosing in with Santa’. This will be held designed Christmas orna- Christmas theme. The chil- our front windows. Be cre- at the Lena Fire Station. Cost: ments using old Christmas dren decorated the wall tree Scales Mound ative and have fun with your 3 and under are free, 4-7yrs cards. The ornaments were with candy canes and stock- theme. Electricity will be $2.50, and 8-adult $5.00. used to decorate the tree in the ings. The craft this week was CUSD 211 available for your tree lights. December 15, Santa will story hour room. It was a busy a jingle bell bracelet. During Trees can be set up from Nov. be at the Lena Library from announces its 27 through Dec. 10. Just call us 10a.m.-11a.m. at 815.369.4561 and let us know December 16, Santa will be at 4-H shooting sports teaches 2015 Illinois when you would like to set up the Lena Library from 10a.m.- your masterpiece! Trees can 11a.m. youth valuable life skills State Scholars be removed after the Christmas December 16, Community STATELINE — Eleven Program Coordinator. “The holiday through New Year’s. Supper. Lena Living Center youth, 8-18 years old, from 4-H staff, in conjunction with SCALES MOUND — Schol- December 11 Community invites you to join us for a Stephenson and Jo Daviess Indian Trail Archers, strive to ars Scales Mound Community Christmas Open House. The complimentary meal on Wed. counties participated in the 4-H make this an exciting, enjoy- Unit School District #211 and Lena Living Center, 1010 S Dec. 16 from 5-6 p.m. at the Shooting Sports SPIN Club that able, and rewarding experience Scales Mound High School Logan, Lena, IL invites you Living Center, 1010 S Logan, ended on November 25th at the taught within a safe environ- are proud to announce this to a Christmas Open House on Lena, IL No cost, No obliga- Indian Trail Archers indoor ment. We are excited to be in year’s Illinois State Scholars. Friday, Dec. 11 from 5-7 p.m. tion—just good food and good Shooting range. The club was our fourth year of offering the Ms. Sonja Townsend and Mr. Come and enjoy refreshments, fellowship! sponsored by University of Illi- archery program and can’t wait Jalen Phillips were among high nois Extension and Stephenson for the spring session in April, school seniors from across County 4-H. Mark Rust was 2016. We will be kicking off the state to be selected as this Lena American Legion Auxiliary the lead instructor with Brian our Air Rifle Shooting Sports year’s recipients. This presti- Woitynek assisting. club very soon for area youth gious award is given annually schedules December meeting The eight-week club is an ages 10-18, and we are very by the Illinois State Assistance LENA — The Lena American Legion Auxiliary will meet on active participation pro- excited about that as well.” Commission (ISAC). Stu- Wednesday, December 9 at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Home. gram designed to introduce The 4-H shooting sports pro- dents receiving this honor are Marsha Tessendorf is in charge of the social hour. We will be col- young people to the sport of gram goals include experiential among the top ten percent of lecting non-perishable food for the Homeless Veterans home in archery. The program is built learning and positive interac- the high school seniors from Freeport. Dues must be paid at this meeting in order to avoid the around natural resources, wild- tion with other members under high schools across the state. increase in dues. life, outdoor recreation, and the instruction of state certified To be honored as a State Schol- safety. Safety is first and fore- instructors. The core concepts ar in Illinois is an outstanding most - participants are expected stressed safety, ethics, personal accomplishment that will be a to follow the directions of the responsibility, and the devel- highlight of the recipient’s aca- McConnell Cookie Walk and Visit by Santa instructors at all times. opment of lifetime recreational demic record. The combination The McConnell Area Historical Society will hold its Christmas Cookie “We had a great group of kids skills. of exemplary college assess- Walk and Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 12th at the ment examination scores and museum located at 202 E. Main St. in McConnell from 12 pm to 4 pm. who really enjoyed the expe- For more information about A large selection of Christmas cookies and other baked goods will be rience. Some were advanced 4-H and these events, contact record of high school achieve- ment indicates recipients of this available for purchase. while others picked up a bow University of Illinois Extension Santa Claus will be on hand and arrow for the first time,” - Stephenson County at 815- award have a high potential for success in college. for the children to come and stated Lori Tessendorf, 4-H 235-4125. share what they would like Townsend is the daughter of 228357 for Christmas from 2 to 4 pm. Sibylle Townsend and Steve The public is invited! Jo Daviess County Sheriff Townsend. She has been an active member of Scales Mound issues IRS phone scam warning athletic teams and FFA. Sonja is planning on engineering at the bu STATELINE — The Jo to make immediate payment on’s Am lance Se Daviess County Sheriff’s over the phone. University of Platteville, Wis- eam 815-369-4512 rvice Office is warning the pub- The Jo Daviess County consin. L Phillips is the son of Lori and Lena, IL 61048 lic of a phone scam current- Sheriff’s Office urges the 24 Hour Emergency & Non Emergency Transfers ly occurring in Jo Daviess public to exercise extreme Neil Anderson and Trenis Phil- County. caution if they receive tele- lips. He has also been an active Tips for Handling a 911 Emergency The phone scam is a phone phone calls of this nature. member of Scales Mound ath- call informing individuals Also, do not agree to transfer letic teams and FFA. Jalen is 1.) Make sure House 2.) Turn Porch Light On that the Internal Revenue Ser- money to anyone unless you planning on studying engineer- Number is Visible 3.) Unlock Door (if able) ing and is considering attend- and Large Enough to vice filed a lawsuit against are absolutely certain of the Read from the Street 4.) Secure Pets the individual and they need identity of the recipient. ing the University of Illinois or Iowa State University. 200292 Page 4 - December 9, 2015 - Shopper’s Guide VIEWPOINT Senate Week in Review SPRINGFIELD — A meet- cal reforms, such as property of State to pay for electrical ee misconduct, stops Social improvement in field condi- ing between the Governor and tax relief, workers’ compensa- bills and maintenance at state Security age- and disability- tions. According to the United the four legislative leaders tion reform and redistricting buildings and $18 million to based benefits from reduc- States Department of Agricul- Dec. 1 yielded no immedi- reform, which are needed to fund shelters for victims of ing unemployment benefits, ture’s December report, 90 ate agreement on the ongo- boost Illinois’ economy, cre- domestic violence. and eliminates issues that percent of Illinois topsoil is ing budget impasse, now in ate more jobs, and move Illi- The Senate is expected to could have increased taxes on rated as having adequate or its sixth month, but bipartisan nois forward. take up the measure when employers by $470 million in surplus moisture, with 82 per- cooperation did spark prog- Democrat leaders continue they return to Springfield on 2016. cent of subsoil receiving the ress by the House of Repre- to embrace the status quo, Dec. 7. The bill is the result of six same mark. sentatives on two important saying the budget and new months of negotiations, led Many Illinois farmers raise issues. revenue need to be addressed Pro-growth, pro-jobs by the Governor’s office, winter wheat, which is planted On Dec. 2, the House before considering any measure heads to Governor with legislators, labor leaders, in the fall, goes dormant dur- approved a bipartisan initia- reforms. A second measure, aimed at employers and other stake- ing the winter, and is harvest- tive that would help fund local Gov. Rauner and the four reforming the state’s unem- holders. ed in late spring or early sum- governments, 911 call cen- legislative leaders plan on ployment insurance system, is This is an important first mer. Currently, 67 percent of ters, programs for low-income meeting again next week. on its way to the Governor’s step in making Illinois more winter wheat acres are rated residents and veterans, and Illinois has been without a desk after the House passed it competitive, so the state can as good or excellent. help pay lottery winners. The state budget since July 1. by a 110-0 vote on Dec. 2. attract more jobs and investme Illinois pastures that suf- House also passed another Bipartisan legislation that House Bill 1285 had been fered through a very dry peri- bipartisan measure to reform funds local governments, 911 passed by a 58-0 vote of the Conditions improving od late in the summer, are the state’s unemployment sys- centers heads to Senate Senate on Nov. 10. for Illinois farmer beginning to rebound, with 45 tem, a measure that will help The House voted 107-1-1 House Bill 1285 strength- A mild autumn season and percent of pasture acres rated Illinois’ jobs market. to approve Senate Bill 2039, ens the standards for employ- late rains are factors in a steady as good or excellent. which appropriates funding to Budget meeting local governments, 911 call Bipartisanship wins, more work to be done yields little results centers, lottery winners, Spe- Gov. Bruce Rauner host- cial Olympics, HIV/Aids Pre- FREEPORT — In case you nates the Social Security Off- ed the Dec. 1 meeting with vention, the state portion of missed it, a lot happened set which provides greater House Speaker Michael the Low Income Home Ener- this past week in Spring- financial security to elderly Madigan (D-Chicago), Sen- gy Assistance Program, police field. Governor Rauner and and disabled workers. Final- ate President John Cullerton and fire training, veterans’ the four legislative leaders Brian ly, HB1285 strengthens the (D-Chicago), Senate Repub- homes, and other programs. held a semi-public meeting Stewart misconduct provisions of the lican Leader Christine Rado- The majority of the bill to discuss the current fiscal IUIA to ensure greater pro- gno (R-Lemont) and House appropriates funding that is woes and the budget impasse. STATE tections against fraudulent Republican Leader Jim Dur- not part of the General Rev- House members passed a REPRESENTATIVE claims for employers. Over- kin (R-Western Springs). enue Fund (GRF), including bipartisan appropriations bill all, these reforms – agreed that funds critical state ser- House regarding the IUIA are to jointly by the Governor, The meeting in Rauner’s motor fuel tax distributions a step toward bipartisanship Capitol office opened with a that go to local governments vices and we reformed the the business community and Illinois Unemployment Insur- and compromise. By reform- labor organizations – repre- live video stream of the four for purposes including snow ing cumbersome regulations, legislative leaders and the plowing and road repair. ance Act (IUIA) that will help sent a significant step forward with small business growth. relieving barriers to growth, in strengthening Illinois’ eco- Governor offering their views Most of the funding included and making the government on the budget impasse. That in the bill comes from either The meeting between Gov- nomic engine: small busi- ernor Rauner and the four leg- more accessible to all, we are nesses. meeting was followed by a federal sources or special state laying the foundation of Illi- private discussion between funds that are designed to fund islative leaders should have Finally, as we approach a happened a long time ago, but nois’ economic turnaround. new legislative session in the participants. specific programs. However, I’m not saying it’s a new day My Republican colleagues there are two line items that now is better than tomorrow. January, I would encourage Televised live via the internet, in Illinois, I’m saying signs of anyone with a legislative and I continue to push for utilize GRF money, including movement toward passing a a balanced budget and criti- $10 million to the Secretary the Governor and four leaders idea to submit them to me made an opening statement, budget are better than the past via the contact form located each explaining their position six months. on my website (http://www. on how to move forward. The following day in ilhousegop.org/contactstew- The Shopper’S Guide By addressing the con- Springfield was mostly posi- art). “Committed to the communities we serve” cerns of each legislative tive. We passed an appropria- I have been hosting meet- caucus, a resolution to the tions bill, Senate Bill 2039 ings with local leaders such as EDITOR: Tony Carton budget impasse, however that spends more than $3.1 school officials, law enforce- Advertising Sales: hopeful, should now be clos- billion dollars on critical state ment, elected officials, Cham- Cyndee Stiefel: [email protected] er than ever. The reforms services such as 9-1-1 opera- bers of Commerce and small Office Manager: Laurie Tanley later passed by the Illinois tions, domestic violence shel- businesses, agribusiness and To Contact The Shopper’s Guide: ters and services, all veterans’ others to discuss new ideas Telephone: 815-369-4112 • Fax: 815-369-9093 homes, LIHEAP program, for legislation or reforming Email: News/Letters to the Editor: [email protected] Village of mental health, local road current laws. As you ponder Ads: [email protected] funds, and much more. 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Rampenthal his wife, son Wayne, his par- of flowers, the family will be WARREN — Cleo Ann Gran- Homewood, IL. grandson, LENA — Eugene F. Ram- ents, and two brothers Robert establishing a memorial to the ing, 91, of Warren passed away Thomas Frank Graning of Pala- penthal, age 85, passed away on and Wilbur. Humane Society in Dubuque, on Monday, tine, IL. Granddaughters, Kris- Wednesday, December 2, 2015 A memorial service was held Iowa. Friends and family are November tin (Patrick) Murphy of Naper- at Stephenson Nursing Center. at 11 a.m. Monday, Decem- invited to share in Judi’s life 30, 2015 at ville, IL. grandson Steven Gran- He was born on February 3, ber 7, at St. John’s Lutheran at www.lawjonesfuneralhome. Manor Court ing of Budapest, Hungary, 4 1930 in rural Lena to Carl and Church with Pastor Rick Bader com. Liberty Vil- great grandchildren; Kaley, Lia, Alyce (Scheider) Rampenthal. officiating. Judi was born September 15, lage in Free- Murphy of Frankfort, IL, Sara Gene married Claire Delores A visitation was held Mon- 1950, in Freeport, Illinois, the port, IL. Cleo and Melina Graning of Buda- Leveille on May 30, 1955 in day, December 7, at the church. daughter of Edward Otto and was born on pest, Hungary, 1 Sister Jane See- Pawtucket, Rhode Island. He Burial will be held at St. Delores Eileen (Schmitt) Rei- December 26, 1923 in Rush berg of Virginia. 3 nieces and 1 served our country in the United Joseph Catholic Cemetery in fsteck. She attended Hanover Township, JoDaviess County, IL nephew and their families. States Navy from 1951-1955. Lena. High School and graduated the daughter of Glen and Anna Preceded in death by parents He was employed by Burgess A luncheon will follow the with the Class of 1968. Judi (Kupersmith) Metcalf. Cleo Glen and Anna, her husband Cellulose and Honeywell, retir- services at St. John’s Lutheran worked at the Packing House graduated from Equal Rights Frank, son Thomas, sister Glen- ing in 1993. He worked part- Church. in Dubuque for many years as Grade School, Warren High doris Crosby, In-laws Arthur time at Lena-Winslow Schools In lieu of flowers memorials a computer programmer. School and N.I.U. in DeKalb, and Eleanor Graning, best friend and at St. John’s Lutheran have been established for St. Judi was a member of St. IL. On August of 1942 she and confidante for over 20 years Church. He also volunteered at John’s Lutheran Church and the Mary’s Catholic Church in married Frank William Gran- John V. and brother in-laws Ben My Friend’s Closet and at the Lena Historical Society. East Dubuque. She loved dogs ing in Ferguson, MO. Frank Crosby and Richard Seeberg. Friendship Center. Condolences may be sent to and enjoyed raising them. Judi passed away in May 20, 1945 A Memorial Services was Gene was a member of St. the family at www.leamonfh. cherished the time she spent in France. Frank flew a P-61 held on Saturday, December 5, John’s Lutheran Church and the com with her family, who meant the (Black Widow) in the 415th at Noon at the Warren United Lena American Legion Sprague world to her. Night Fighter Squadron. Methodist Church in Warren, Inman Post# 577. Gene loved Judith “Judi” A. Reifsteck Judi will be dearly missed Together they had 2 sons IL. beautifying his yard with flow- EAST DUBUQUE — Judith by her mother, Delores of East David John on Feb 18, 1944 and A visitation was held until ers, indulging bad behaviors “Judi” A. Reifsteck, age 65, Dubuque; brother, Edward Thomas Joel on May 21, 1945. time of service. in cats and dogs, and enjoying formerly of Hanover, Illinois, (Margaret) Reifsteck of Lena, Thomas died in June of 1971. Pastor Roger Bronkema will time with his friends and fam- of East Dubuque, Illinois, Illinois; a niece, Mary Frances After that Cleo lived in Lock- officiate. ily. passed away on Thursday, Barthel of Quincy, Illinois; two port, Rockford, DeKalb, IL and Cremation Rites were accord- He is survived by two chil- December 3, 2015 at home. A great nieces, Allison and Lily Iowa she returned to Warren, ed and burial will take place at a dren- Paul (Kim) Rampenthal Funeral Mass will be held at Barthel; an uncle, Carl (Dar- IL after 50 Years of absence in later date. of Freeport, IL and Susan 10 a.m., Monday, December 7, lene) Reifsteck of Elizabeth, 1990. Cleo enjoyed her yard, A memorial has been estab- (Kevin) Fenton of Stough- at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Illinois; and many cousins. gardening, her card clubs and lished in her memory for the ton, WI; four grandchildren: in East Dubuque, with Father Judi was preceded in death by especially her friends. She was Warren United Methodist Mathew (Carly) Rampenthal, Dean Smith as Celebrant. Buri- her father, a nephew, Benjamin a member of the Warren United Church. Carrie Julius , Andrew (Jen ) al will take place in Evergreen Edward Reifsteck and many Methodist Church, Women’s Friends may send condo- Fenton and Erin Fenton; and Cemetery in Hanover. In lieu cousins. Club and Cleo’s family and lences to the family at www. one sister-in-law, Betty Leveille friends meant a great deal to her. leamonfh.com of South Amboy, NJ. Survivors include 1 son; Gene is preceded in death by Births Damarius Blackmon The twins have one brother ORANGEVILLE — Toni Jayden Michael Hudson, age 3. CASH Rose and Damirio Blackmon of Grandparents are Jim and Freeport, Ill. are the parents of Mary Hudson of Lena, Darlene FOR CANS a son Damarius Curtis Black- Timpe of Stockton and Dale mon born Tuesday December Timpe of Stockton. MARKET 1, 2015 at FHN Memorial Hos- Great-grandparents are Don pital, Freeport. 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Mary, Joseph and Jesus have trav- years before when she was told she would bear a son collect diapers to be donated to the DOW House. eled to Jerusalem and as they are returning home and he would be called the Son of the Most High. I “Undie Sunday” is here and over the next two Mary and Joseph cannot find Jesus. After returning wonder what she thought the future would bring for Sundays there will be collection of chap stick, men’s to Jerusalem and trying to find Jesus for three days her son. As we approach the birth of our Savior we waterproof gloves, men’s hats, women’s gloves, and they finally find him in the temple. Mary lets Jesus should ponder the thoughts and emotions that Mary men, women and children’s underwear. These will be know that they have been looking for him for three will have as her son becomes a man. Congresswoman Bustos Votes for the Passage of the Every Student Succeeds Act WASHINGTON DC and takes an important step coalition of leaders who came The Every Student Succeeds visions to provide adequate — Congresswoman Cheri toward replacing the broken together to help our students Act repeals the one-size-fits- and flexible funding to rural Bustos voted to pass the No Child Left Behind Act. succeed,” said Congresswom- all federal accountability schools, and maintains autho- bipartisan Every Student Suc- “Every child deserves the an Cheri Bustos. “By mak- system and gives states more rization of the Small, Rural ceeds Act. 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Photo provided Santa’s helpers Elizabeth Nursing Home residents spent several days last week helping the Elizabeth Historical Society fill goodie bags for Santa to hand out while he was busy checking his naughty and nice list Saturday at the Elizabeth Train Depot and Museum River Ridge High School celebrates 25 years Many people choose to pre- of Communities Actively Teaching Students arrange their funerals for a ELIZABETH — C.A.T.S. (Communities Actively Teach- variety of reasons. For some it is ing Students) is an annual event held at River Ridge Mid- dle School. Its mission is to to plan your funeral the way encourage connections between the communities and the mid- you want it, or simply to relieve dle school. In the past, adults from the surrounding commu- nities have made presentations the stress and financial burdens sharing their knowledge, skills and expertise with the students. Since the mission of the pro- for families making decisions at gram is to promote connections with community, it was decided that community and connec- the time of death. tions with the River Ridge High School needed to be encour- Making pre-arrangements with aged. 2015 marks the 25th anniver- sary of C.A.T.S. So to honor the one of our directors helps make day, River Ridge High School FFA members and students in the Ag Dept. were invited to sure your wishes are met. share their knowledge, skills and expertise with the middle school students. Using kits borrowed from the Jo Daviess Photo provided County Farm Bureau thanks River Ridge students Brandy Invergo and Jared Krug instruct to Annette McLane and under fellow students Riley Finn and Bryton Engle on food process- ing during the school’s twenty-fifth anniversary of participa- Please contact us for more the guidance of Ag teacher, Ed tion in the Communities Actively Teaching Students (CATS) Curry, 30 high school students program. information at: chose Ag topics of interest. After planning the lesson and att Potter and Brady Haring. guidance and modeling of learn- preparing instruction, the 30 Middle schooler, Clay Winter, ing from the high school stu- students became teachers and learned the value of conserv- dents. The high school students taught their prepared material to ing water after determining how learned the value or preparation, Leamon Funeral Homes small groups of middle school much water is wasted while the role of teacher, and gained a students. A variety of topics brushing teeth. This lesson was new respect for their own edu- Lena Orangeville Warren Winslow were introduced and many learned in a water conservation cations. The program’s mission hands-on activities were pre- class taught by high schooler, has come full circle as the high pared. Some students learned Brandon Smith. school students who were the 815-369-4512 the parts of a tractor, by identi- Not only did the middle C.A.T.S. presenters had once fying them on toy tractors pro- schoolers learn about the topic been middle schoolers attending vided by high schoolers--Wy- of Ag, but did so through the these CATS workshops. 211643 Page 8 - December 9, 2015 - Shopper’s Guide 2.75% 3.00% $5,000 TO $24,999 $25,000 OR MORE

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223801 Shopper’s Guide - December 9, 2015 - Page 9 CHURCH NOTES Good Shepherd Lutheran Wesley United Methodist Church youth schedules Advent Worship to stage ‘Unfrozen’ Christmas program STOCKTON — The youth at Wesley United examination into the story of Jesus’ birth! We Methodist Church invites everyone in the area to don’t want to forget the power of the Christmas and Christmas Caroling attend this year’s Christmas program “Unfrozen”, story: how the baby born in a manger is our Prince By Reverend Miranda Shepherd. Bring finger foods a spinoff of the Disney movie “Frozen”. The pro- of Peace, how King Jesus established a kingdom Klosterboer to share. Pastor gram includes the song “Do You Want to Meet a that will never end and how He restores the frozen On Wednesday December Savior”! The children and youth will present a hearts of people and gives them new life! Join LENA — Good Shepherd 16, at 8 a.m. the Piece Corps collection of skits, songs, and readings to transform us on Sunday, December 13 at 10:45 a.m. at 127 Lutheran Church will gather Quilters will work together to the same old “Once upon a time” into a morning E Benton in Stockton for a fun-filled Christian for worship on December 13 craft quilts for Lutheran World of joyful worship, playful presentation and fresh approach to this popular movie! at 118 E. Mason St. Lena, at Relief. They are always look- 9:30 a.m. All are invited to ing for more people to help worship on this the Third Sun- tie quilts and sew. No pre- St. John’s Lutheran Church of Pearl day of Advent with special vious quilting experience is music from the Men’s Chorus necessary. Come join the fun City to host Christmas family program and Holy Communion. and make a difference in the world! PEARL CITY — You’re after worship. The Property Com- School) will meet from 7:30- 9 The service will begin by invited to join us at St. John’s to mittee will meet at 10:15 a.m. p.m. Both groups meet upstairs singing “O Come, O Come The After School Program for fourth through eighth grad- celebrate the season of Advent on December 6. The final Scrip in the Youth and Family Cen- Emmanuel” and the lighting on December 13. The worship orders for the holiday gift giving ter. The SPLAT youth group will of the Advent wreath. Pas- ers will meet at the Hangout downtown on Wednesday service will be led by Pastor season are due on December 13. have Christmas Cookie Plates tor Miranda Klosterboer will Ekstrand and the 3rd candle or St. John’s will host a Family available for a donation after wor- share the children’s message afternoon at 3:30 p.m. for the last After School Program of the Candle of Joy will be lit. The Christmas Program on Sunday, ship on December 13 and 20. and sermon and lead worship Joy Choir will bless us with their December 13th immediately fol- All are invited to donate hats, along with Tena Rackow who 2015. Each day there is wor- ship with music and a Chris- music including a song with bells. lowing worship. The Chancel mittens and scarves for the Mit- will lead on the Piano. Fol- Whirl Sunday School and Con- Choir will sing and the Sunday ten Tree. The Mitten Tree will be lowing worship, there will be tian message; pizza; home- work help; and lots of time for firmation will meet at 10:15 a.m. School youth will perform in on display in the Narthex at St. a time of fellowship. “The Mouses’ Tale,” a Christmas John’s until December 13. Then All Sunday School chil- all sorts of games, challenges pageant. You’re welcome to join all items donated will be given dren will gather for Sunday and play. Willow/Kent United St. John’s celebrate the Christ- to the Pearl City Schools to be School Opening at 10:45 a.m. At 6:30 p.m. on Wednes- mas season with Christmas Eve distributed to kids in need. followed by learning. In the day Confirmation students in Methodist Churches services at 5 and 9 p.m. and on Plan ahead to celebrate the afternoon the congregation seventh and eighth grades will STOCKTON — Willow/ Christmas Day at 9 a.m. Christmas at St. John’s. Candle- will meet the church at 2 p.m. meet for a special Christmas Kent UMC will worship The SPOTS youth group will light Christmas Eve services will to go Christmas Caroling. Party with snacks, games, together Sunday Dec 13 at meet on Wednesday, December be held at 5 & 9. A Christmas The community is invited to prayers, and white elephant 9 a.m. at Willow UMC. This 9 at 3:15 p.m. The 5th Quarter Day worship service will be held join in on the fun and service. gift exchange. is the third Sunday of Advent youth group (7-8 grades) will be at 9. Then enjoy a service of Please dress warmly to bring On Thursday December 17 Lighting the first, second, meet from 6-7:30 p.m. on Sun- carols and readings featuring the the joyful sounds of the Christ- from 2-3 p.m. Good Shepherd and third candle. (“Be Joy- day, December 13 followed by “Characters of Christmas” on mas Season to others in our WELCA will host the Decem- ful”) Zephaniah 3:14 20 and the Genesis youth group (High Sunday, December 27 at 9 a.m. community. ber Birthday party at Lena Luke 3:7-18. Pastor Brenda After caroling, enjoy a hot Living Center with cookies, Morris will be giving the bowl of soup back at Good music, and fun. message and all are invited and welcome. Also to stay for the fellowship following.. St. Paul’s in Kent to observe Sunday School is at 10:30 a.m. studying from the les- week three of Advent sons in “The Upper Room” KENT— On Sunday, Decem- bring at least one item for the Devotional using the Holy ber 13, St. Paul’s Lutheran Food Pantry. Bible for all references. All Church, 1334 N. Sunnyside Everyone is welcome at the are invited and welcome to Road, in Kent will light the can- Lord’s Table. Join us at the Lit- this time too.. dle of Joy, the third candle on tle Church with the Big Heart Willow UMC is located the Advent Wreath, during their in the suburbs of Kent at 1334 about 7 miles SE of Stockton, 10 a.m. family worship. Sherri N. Sunnyside Road. For more IL on Willow Rd. For more Brown will read the scriptures, information, call 232-4010. info call; 815-601-6742. and Deb Winning will play the organ. Holy Communion will be celebrated. The sermon’s EVANGELICAL FREE ST. PAUL EV. title is “That Crazy Wild Man,” CHURCH OF LENA based on Luke’s account of 720 N. Freedom Street LUTHERAN John the Baptist. Lena, IL CHURCH-LCMS This is also Food Pantry Sun- 815-369-5591 day. We invite each person to 411West Catlin Street, McConnell United Dr. Jim Erb, Senior Pastor Elizabeth IL, 61028 Rev. Scott Wilson 815-858-3334 Methodist Church Assoc. Pastor of Youth Pastor Mike Nesbit 211 N. Hulbert Rd. McConnell, IL Sunday Worship Sunday School & Bible 10:00 a.m. Please contact Tim Mulhall at 815-275-8388 Sunday School/ABF 8:45 a.m. Study at 8:45 a.m. if interested in attending our have questions. AWA NA-Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. Sunday Worship at 10 a.m. Junior and Senior High Wednesday Evening Come as a family and help us Youth Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. Worship at 7 p.m. Believe! 220097 217762 228444 Page 10 - December 9, 2015 - Shopper’s Guide

Christmas Walks Tracy Siegner photos Much to the delight of everyone gathered, the Elizabeth Community Band put on a lively Christmas show in the Bishop’s Little Big store on Saturday afternoon

Derek and Carissa Bradt brought Devin and Megan down to the old depot in Elizabeth to visit with Santa. They agreed it was pretty exciting to see the old elf and Star Wars acces- sories, an electric scooter and anything Frozen was on the family list. Scales Mound announces 2015 Spelling Bee winners SCALES MOUND — On each other to become the cham- December 4, Scales Mound pion of Scales Mound Com- students in grades three through munity Unit School District seven participated in the annu- #211. This year’s top five fin- al Scales Mound Communi- ishers entered the eighth round ty Unit School District #211 of the bee with the final two Spelling Bee. This year 16 stu- emerging after round ten. The dents participated in the finals top three finishers were Tom with a chance to move on to W., Taylor K. and Ben V. This the Sectional Spelling Bee in year’s Scales Mound Commu- Dubuque. Students were pre- nity Unit School District #211 sented with words from the Champion is Benjamin V. won National Spelling Bee list by this year’s Spelling Bee after The dealers at Antiques Etcetera have set aside one whole room in the restored old farm- eighth grade teacher Keri Wer- 19 rounds. He will be joined house for holiday season goodies. Don’t miss it. ner. After four rounds eleven by Tom W. and Taylor K. at the students in grades three through Sectional Bee Championships seven continued to challenge in Dubuque, at Clarke College.

Coutesy photo This year’s Scales Mound Community Unit School District #211 Champion is Benjamin V., who won this year’s Spelling Bee after 19 rounds. He will be joined by Tom W. and Taylor Antiques Etcetera is a multi-dealer store offering toys, foodstuffs and everything from glass- K. at the Sectional Bee Championships in Dubuque ware to primitives to vintage clothing Shopper’s Guide - December 9, 2015 - Page 11 Santa speaks during Stockton’s annual Christmas Walk By Tony Carton Editor STOCKTON — A child sat cautiously on Santa’s lap in the front window of Stella’s Café on Stockton’s Main Street during the village’s annual Christmas Walk. The two were deep in serious dis- cussion comparing toys and clothing and deciding who had been naughty and nice when Mrs. Claus reached over to the nearby candy bowl and chose just the right piece. The child hopped down and said a polite thank you and was gone, only to be replaced by another and another. We had an opportunity to sit and chat with Santa and Mrs. Claus between visitors Satur- day, and of course we dis- cussed which items are show- ing up most often on Christ- mas lists. “The remote control cars where you push a button and a helicopter pops out are very popular,” he said. “And, the girls are asking about doll houses.” According to both the jolly old elf and his wife, there seems to be a resurgence of Tracy Siegner photo Santa and Mrs Claus had their hands full when six-year-old twins Haley and Hanna Leitzen dropped by Stella’s Café during interest in doll houses. Stockton’s Christmas Walk to discuss their holiday wishes. “We’re hearing a lot about American Girl dolls and hous- friendly.” And, in response to that There are a lot of people out and we’ve had ads in The es,” said Mrs. Claus. “The chil- He said boys are a little dif- question we all want to ask, walking around. The weather Scoop where folks could bring dren are asking for doll houses ferent. Santa said he had been sitting is great and it’s just a good day in the ad and get $25 off their with two levels, an upstairs “The boys aren’t sweet too and listening to children all to come rediscover downtown purchase.” and a downstairs, and I have much,” he said, with a signa- day long and not a single child Stockton.” She said the beautiful weath- to say it’s been a quite while ture belly laugh. “We like the had pulled his beard. Maryann Elmer was work- er was bringing out the crowds. since we’ve been hearing so boys when they are polite, but Stella’s owner Andy McGov- ing the register at Antiques “It should be March, but this much about doll houses.” still have a touch of devilish- ern was working back in the Etcetera. is really great,” Elmer said. Of course, they said bicycles ness to them.” kitchen, but said the café had “We’ve been very busy,” “Our selection is very strong are always popular and trac- The Claus couple said the been busy all afternoon. said Elmer. “This is a dealer right now. We have nice chees- tors, particularly ones with current warm weather is caus- “We have a number of things owned shop and I’m one of es and glass and vintage cloth- green paint, and Santa and his ing them difficulties with going on for the kids today,” those ten dealers. We are hav- ing, tools and toys and more. Missus agreed the children are transportation. said McGovern. “We have ing our annual holiday affair. We are doing a lot of Christ- mostly nice and very very few “There is no snow yet this cookie decorating and a show That involves cookies and mas related stuff too. This type are turning up on the naughty year and that is really hard on of gingerbread houses. This cider. We have drawings for of event is always great for the list again this year. the reindeer,” said Santa. “We is a good community project. gift certificates all day long village and for us as well.” “The parents are doing a waited as long as we could, wonderful job,” said Santa. but had to leave them home “That makes all the differ- and actually rent a vehicle so ence.” we could come down south He said they look for certain here and talk with the chil- personality traits when chil- dren.” dren approach them to talk. They are expecting that will “Well, when the girls come change by Christmas Eve. up and are just a bit shy, but “We are certainly hoping for still sweet and friendly that’s snow by Christmas,” said the really nice,” he said. “They jolly old elf, with a twinkle in can be a little shy, but they his eye. “I think it will hap- still want to talk to you and are pen.” DEADLINES News Items Friday at 4 p.m. the week prior in the Lena Office on a space available basis. Display Ads Friday noon the week prior to publication. Classified Ads Friday at 4 p.m. the week prior to publication. Legals Friday at 4 p.m. the week prior to publication. 60846 226820 Page 12 - December 9, 2015 - Shopper’s Guide

Tracy Siegner photos Stockton Christmas Walk Dozens of area folks stopped by Stockton’s Boy Scout Hall for a warm bowl of Boy Scout Testimonial Chili or any of the other soups available during Saturdays annual Christmas Walk Meet the Jankovec family. John “Jack” Jankovec is here for rehab and is very excited to let everyone know he really likes the compassionate, kind and caring staff of Lena Living Center that provides great care. The therapy is second to none. We love the remodel and the soon to open addition. “They treat Jack like a King” Says Joyce, “and we love the remodeled Medicare wing the soon to open addition.” “It’s like a hotel. Scouts and parents served soups and sandwiches all made Because you have by volunteers and donated by Hartzell’s IGA in Warren, Sub- Pictured are Joyce, Spouse and Sandy, daughter of John adds his daughter Because you have“Jack” Jankovec enough current rehab on resident your of Lena shoulders— Living Center. Sandy. way and Sullivan’s grocery. Items for the silent auction were enough on your shoulders— all donated by local businesses. Christmas Open House Come have breakfast Friday, December 11 ~ 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. with Santa and Mrs. Claus Food ~ Refreshments ~ Door prizes LENA — Once again we will milk. Each child at the break- hold Breakfast with Santa & fast will receive an opportunity

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LEGALS NARFE Photo provided Six juniors; Analiesa Harbach, Hayley Smith, Emma Riedl, 15-007372 minutes East 179.1 feet; thence Zach Sperry, Hannah McGivney, and JoAnna Dillon. And 4 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT South 6 degrees 54 minutes to hold seniors; Jessie Williams, Meagan Cosgrove, Zach Vondra, OF THE 15TH East 224.2 feet; thence South and Morgan Krupke are named to the Warren High School JUDICIAL CIRCUIT 74 degrees 25 minutes West Servant Leadership program COUNTY OF STEPHENSON 243.75 feet; thence along the December - FREEPORT, ILLINOIS center of the public highway Warren Servant Leadership U.S. BANK NATIONAL North 25 degrees 16 minutes meeting ASSOCIATION, AS IN- West 126.2 feet; thence North SAVANNA — NARFE program names student participants DENTURE TRUSTEE FOR 21 degrees 49 1/2 minutes East (National Association of Active WARREN — The Servant It also has 4 seniors; Jessie Wil- SPRINGLEAF MORTGAGE 200 feet along center of afore- and Retired Federal Employ- Leadership program hosted liams, Meagan Cosgrove, Zach LOAN TRUST 2013-2 said highway: thence South 86 ees) Palisades Chapter 604 will through Highland Community Vondra, and Morgan Krupke. Plaintiff, degrees 37 minutes East 10.1 meet Thursday December 17, college pushes students to be the Through the year, the team vs. feet to the point of beginning, at 12 p.m. (noon) at Manny’s best leaders they can by empha- finds ways that they can help RICHARD WARNER; BAR- according to Survey and Plat of Pizza in Savanna, IL for their sizing community volunteerism others. So far this year, the team BARA K. WARNER said tract recorded in Book “F” monthly luncheon and meeting. and leading by example. Ten has helped with a church dinner Defendants, of Plats, page 21. All active & retired federal students have been chosen to in Apple River at the Method- 15 CH 39 Commonly known as 2697 employees, spouses and spousal be on the program for the 2015- ist Church dinner, St. Joseph’s NOTICE OF SALE North Unity Road, Lena, IL survivors are cordially invited 2016 school year. The team fish boil, the Memorial Service, PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby 61048. to attend. If you are not on the consists of six juniors; Analiesa Firemen Chicken Barbeque, given that pursuant to a Judg- P.I.N. 09-12-13-100-002. permanent list, please call 815- Harbach, Hayley Smith, Emma The Lion Pancake Breakfast, ment of Foreclosure entered in The improvement on the prop- 273-2184 by Tuesday Dec. 15, Riedl, Zach Sperry, Hannah and made jars filled with cookie the above entitled cause Inter- erty consists of a single family to make a reservation. McGivney, and JoAnna Dillon. and soup mixes to be sold at a county Judicial Sales Corpora- residence. If the subject mort- benefit. We have also hosted a tion will on Wednesday, Janu- gaged real estate is a unit of a blood drive producing 40 pints ary 6, 2016, at the hour of 2:00 common interest community, of blood to go to the Red Cross. p.m. in the office of Security the purchaser of the unit other Call today to compare home We have discovered a fan- First Title Company, 205 West than a mortgagee shall pay the tastic program called Opera- Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL assessments required by sub- coverage rates! tion Christmas Child. It helps 61032, sell to the highest bid- section (g-1) of Section 18.5 give children internationally a der for cash, the following de- of the Condominium Property holiday gift filled with toys and scribed mortgaged real estate: Act. necessities. They receive a shoe- The following described Sale terms: 10% down by cer- box filled with toy, school sup- Deb Brown plies, non-liquid hygienic items, Real Estates, to-wit: Part of tified funds, balance within 24 206 N Washington | Lena, IL 61048 and accessories such as socks, the South West Quarter of the hours, by certified funds. No hair clips/pony tails, and flash- North West Quarter of Section refunds. (815)369-2881 1115-575HO lights. 13, Township 27 North, Range The property will NOT be 228300 6 East of the Fourth Principal open for inspection. Meridian, and Part of the South For information call Sales Lena’s Only Insurance Company 227940 East Quarter of the North East Department at Plaintiff’s Attor- Quarter of Section 14, Town- ney, Manley Deas Kochalski, Merry ship and Range aforesaid, de- LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Christmas scribed as follows: Commenc- Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) Holiday Drawing from: ing 1601.9 feet South of the 220-5611. 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V6 FWD, DISCLAIMER NOTICE This pub- AIR, New webbed wheels, tires, JD 2440D W/148 LOADER and 1st month’s rent! Lena 3 bed, lication does not knowingly ac- assembled $750 OBO Can text 1 bath home with appliances, ga- photos. 815-291-5523 headliner, loaded. 847-395-2669. $6,500 OBO, IHC snow blower, cept fraudulent or deceptive ad- $1,250 815-979-0654. rage, CA. $610/mo 608-214-1850 vertising. Readers are cautioned 1991 SEA RAY 17FT open bow. No pets or indoor smoking. Visit to thoroughly investigate all ads, 125 hp, IO, w/trailer & accesso- upmanninvestments.com especially those asking for money Automobiles ries. $2,995. Tom 262-492-5433. in advance. Motorcycles 1985 CHEVY SILVERADO 350 OLDER 18’ REGAL BOAT open 2003 HARLEY DAVIDSON 883 Other Real Estate LEARNING TO READ can be engine, 4WD, light rust, power bow, 90hp, mercury outboard both fun and educational. Learn steering & windows, 8’ bed, two- Sportster, 22,000 mi., great con- PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real w/trailer, needs TLC, must sell, dition, black, new rear tire, clean, more about this wholesome farm tone skyblue & silver, runs great, $1,999 OBO Call 262-895-2364. estate advertising in this newspa- book. Richard the Donkey and his $3,000 OBO Call 262-889-8812. $4,300 OBO (262) 729-0113 per is subject to the Fair Housing LOUD, LOUD Voice at www.Rich- 2006 SOFTTAIL STANDARD, Act which makes it illegal to ad- ardThe Donkey.com 1987 OLDSMOBILE TORONA- vertise any preference, limitation DO V6 FWD. Car show beauty. Campers and RVs 600 miles. New Bars, Bags, Pipes, Mirrors, Tank Panel. Se- or discrimination based on race, SUPPORT our service members, New factory wheels, new tires. ‘97 JAYCO 32FT 5TH WHEEL. 1 color, religion, sex, disability, fa- veterans and their families in their $2300. 847-395-2669 curity System. 200 rear tire. slide out, good condition. $7,000. $11,500/OBO. 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Our readers are hereby or Ilene at 947-3797 for more details 156411 informed that all dwellings ad- 1997 CHRYSLER LHS Clean, vertised in this newspaper are runs great!. Sunroof. Must sell! EASIER ! available on an equal opportunity on placing an ad Electronics 815-873-1622 basis. To complain of discrimina- tion call HUD toll-free at 1-900- in our Tired of OVERPAYING for TV? 1997 OLDS BRAVADA V6, 669-9777. The toll-free tele phone Turned down for cable/satellite? 4-wheel drive, full power, 127,133 number for the hearing impaired REAL ESTATE NO credit check! NO contracts! miles, asking $2,200, see at 4625 is 1-800-927-9275. EQUAL Premium entertainment only Comet Drive in Machesney Park, HOUSING OPPORTUNITY $24.95/mo. Guaranteed approval. 815-654-7683. SECTION 65534 1-888-906-2361 1997 VOLVO 850 turbo $1,500 OBO Call 262-721-6718 Firewood / Fuel 1999 GRAND AM GT 2 dr., red, OAK FIREWOOD Aged or fresh auto, very clean inside & out, cut. $50 per face cord. You Haul. 137k, $2,800 OBO Call 262-206- 815-291-5538 after 4:30 week- 9688. days anytime weekends 1999 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX Good transportation car, good Livestock condition. $900. 262-654-6207 SUBSCRIBE TODAY 2000 CHEVY MALIBU runs 2 1/2 YEAR OLD APY MARE good, good condition, $1,200 13 1/2 hands “white” Loads and OBO Call 262-496-8807. leads well. Make great kids horse needs training. $99.99 2003 CHEVY IMPALA 4DR, AC, heated power leather seats, pow- er windows, locks cruise, 144,000 Misc. For Sale $2800 779-423-9941 FREE POLITICAL COINS, 2007 Audi Q7 3.6 Quattro, 2nd Trump, Hillary and the Gang. owner, Condor grey metallic, pan- Free Kids Collection 5 coins with oramic roof, 3rd row seat, 90,000 Purchase of any Political Collec- miles. Must sell! $15,900. Call Place your car, truck, motorcycle, tion. Just in Time for the Holidays. 815-520-0997 Rockford IL. 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Ads will not be accepted without the following information. Only one free ad per month. Shopper’s Guide YOUR NAME ______PHONE ______& Scoop Today ADDRESS ______815-369-4112 ______223739 222783 Page 18 - December 9, 2015 - Shopper’s Guide Pearl City FFA member earns FFA’s highest degree By Meg Tessendorf, had to first earn is State FFA Production, Beef Placement, ture management and finance. extremely proud of his accom- Pearl City FFA Chapter Reporter Degree, be an active member and two different Dairy Place- When asked what advice he plishment. Justin has set an PEARL CITY — On Octo- for at least 3 years, complete at ment projects. Justin will grad- would give FFA members plan- example for younger FFA ber 31, at the National FFA least 3 years of ag education, uate from Highland Commu- ning on pursuing their Ameri- members to follow. We hope Convention in Louisville, Ken- maintain an outstanding super- nity College this spring with an can FFA Degree, he replied: more Pearl City FFA members tucky; Justin Lott became the vised experience program, par- Associate’s Degree in applied “Keep up on your records as it will live up to the traditions 21st Pearl City FFA member ticipate in community service science with an emphasis in can become easy at times to fall of our chapter and also pursue to receive their American FFA projects, and earn or invest at dairy and beef cattle manage- behind which will make it more their American FFA Degree. Degree. The American FFA least $7500. ment. He then plans to transfer difficult to get your numbers to The last Pearl City Member to Degree is the highest degree Lott graduated from Pearl to the University of Wisconsin- match in the end”. earn this Degree was Stanley offered by the National FFA City High School in 2014. Dur- Platteville and enroll in agricul- Everyone at Pearl City is Bruegger in 2012. Organization. In order to qual- ing high school, he conducted ify for this degree, Lott had to 4 supervised experience pro- Cardinals pester Panthers in conference win meet several qualifications. He grams which included Beef By Chris Johnson in the win. After scoring twelve points in Reporter For Lena-Winslow, Bri Haight the third period and seeing Pearl FORRESTON — The Lena- performed well, as she knocked City best them by a bucket, the Winslow Lady Panthers fell to down 19 points. Nicole Moest third quarter lead favored the the Forreston Lady Cardinals in added ten. home team, 38-30. Specials Good On Thursday, Dec. 3, the Lady In the fourth quarter, the Lady th th NUIC crossover action, 52-46, Thursday, Dec. 10 - Tuesday, Dec. 15 on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Panthers were on the road, for Panthers found their best offense The offensive output gener- a game against the Pearl City of the night, scoring 13 points. MEAT ated, in comparison to the early Lady Wolves and opened the Pearl City responded, scoring night with an offensive barrage, 16 of their own and claiming the Feature Meats season loss to the Pecatonica Lady Indians, 45-29, showed a leading to twelve points scored 54-43 win. ~ USDA Choice Black Angus T-Bone Steak • $6.99/lb. in the period and a two point first Tori Clark led the Lady Wolves ~ USDA Choice Black Angus marked improvement. Person’s influence on her Car- quarter lead. with 17 points, as Tyra Clark Porterhouse Steak • $7.29/lb. Things changed in the second scored 16 points of her own. ~ Boneless Pork Sirloin Chops • $1.69/lb. dinals teammates kept pushing the Lena-Winslow defense away period, as the host Lady Wolves Tia Clark contributed eight ~ Boneless Pork Sirloin Roast • $1.49/lb. began controlling the flow of the points with Kylie Fransen kick- ~ Pork Skinless Baby Back Ribs • $2.99/lb. from the boards, as she dropped in 20 points. passing lanes, leading to mul- ing in six. tiple inside looks and plenty of The Lady Panthers regular Gold’n Plump Cut-Up Frying Chicken • 3.25 lb. • $5.99 Teammates Kloepping and Patrick Cudahy Fully Cooked Bondele scored nine points each chances to score, even from the season game play comes to a line. stall over the next few weeks of Sliced Bacon • 2.5 oz. • 2/$5.00 Farmland Sliced Bacon • 16 oz. • $3.99 After only putting six points the winter sports season, with Farmland Smoked Rope Sausage • REAL ESTATE • on the board, the Lady Panthers game play returning in January, or Kielbasa • 14 oz. • 2/$5.00 faced a six-point deficit, 24-18, as Lena-Winslow faces River at the half. Ridge/Scales Mound in Hanover Sea Best Salad Shrimp • 16 oz. • $6.99 15-007372 Sea Best Cooked Shrimp • 51-60 ct • 16 oz. • $7.99 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Back and forth play in the on Jan. 6. 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT third and fourth periods allowed On Jan. 12, the Lady Panthers DELI COUNTY OF STEPHENSON - Lena-Winslow to stay within return home to face the always FREEPORT, ILLINOIS striking distance. dangerous, Dakota Lady Indians. Sara Lee BBQ Chicken Breast • $5.99/lb. U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIA- Klements Original or Garlic Summer Sausage • $5.49/lb. TION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR Shullsburg Mild or Medium Cheddar Cheese • $3.99/lb. SPRINGLEAF MORTGAGE LOAN Shullsburg Sharp Cheddar Cheese • $5.99/lb. TRUST 2013-2 Plaintiff, PRODUCE vs. Michigan Apples • Asst. Varieties • 3 lb. bag • $1.99 RICHARD WARNER; BARBARA K. WARNER Fowler Farms Apple Cider • 1/2 Gal. • $2.49 Defendants, Navel Oranges • 4 lb. bag • $3.49 Fresh 15 CH 39 Dole Yukon Gold Potatoes • 5 lb. Bag • $2.49 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that FROZEN/DAIRY pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure Bagels Forever Bagels • 11.5 oz. • 99¢ entered in the above entitled cause In- Shurfine Cream Cheese• 8 oz. • 99¢ tercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will SAVE! on Wednesday, January 6, 2016, at the Shurfine Rolled Pie Crust• 15 oz. • $1.99 hour of 2:00 p.m. in the office of Security Imperial Margarine Quarters • 16 oz. • 79¢ First Title Company, 205 West Stephen- son Street, Freeport, IL 61032, sell to the GROCERY highest bidder for cash, the following de- Shurfine Blueberry Pie Filling• 21 oz. • $2.49 scribed mortgaged real estate: Shurfine Pumpkin Pie Filling• 15 oz. • 89¢ Commonly known as 2697 North Unity Shurfine Sauerkraut• 32 oz. • $1.79 Road, Lena, IL 61048. P.I.N. 09-12-13-100-002. Shurfine Light Corn Syrup• 32 oz. • $2.29 The improvement on the property con- Tracy Siegner photo Shurfine Sugar• 4 lb. • $1.49 sists of a single family residence. If the Shurfine Flour• 5 lb. • $1.49 SAVE! Making a Lego train subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of Kollins and Kenley Patterson of Elizabeth came down to the Shurfine Evaporated Milk• 12 oz. • 89¢ a common interest community, the pur- chaser of the unit other than a mortgagee Old Train Depot Museum Saturday afternoon to visit with Shurfine Brown or Powdered Sugar• 32 oz. •$1.29 Santa and still found time to make a Lego train Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk • 14 oz. • $1.99 shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. VIDEO . . . NEW RELEASES Sale terms: 10% down by certified hammer down funds, balance within 24 hours, by certi- Ant Man, Minions, We now accept Visa, fied funds. No refunds. remodeling Trainwreck, Inside Out Mastercard Credit The property will NOT be open for in- and many more. spection. FULLY INSURED & Debit Cards For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Ko- Additions Drywall RICHLAND CREEK FOODS chalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Decks Siding We reserve the right to limit quantities Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. Ceramic Tile Window Replacement I677438 313 W. High Street • Orangeville • 815-789-4512 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide HOURS: Mon - Sat 7 am - 7 pm • Sunday 8 am - 1 pm Dec. 9, 16 & 23, 2015) (815)947-3568 (815)275-3861 CELL 226626 227608 HOME Jay RhyneR 227723 Shopper’s Guide - December 9, 2015 - Page 19 Shop Local for the Holidays Personal Service - Local merchants save you time, get to know what you like and the service is free, right in your backyard. Support Your Children - Local merchants put their hard-earned money back into the community. Advise on Gifts - Local merchants might know the person for whom you are seeking a gift. 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Great Gift Ideas • Save Time, Money & Gas • Support Your Local Merchants 187177 Northwest Illinois Daily Drawing posts winners list STATELINE — The nifer Skien, Elizabeth 13th . Friday . $25 – Brock 19th . Thursday . $25 – 25th . Wednesday . $25 – NWILDD is a co-op fund- 8th . Sunday . $50 – Galena Kappes, Stockton Karen Newt, East Dubuque Lynda Birkel, Elizabeth raiser with eight sponsoring ARC, Galena 14th . Saturday . $50 – Grant 20th . Friday . $25 – Marilee 26th . Thursday . $250 – DJ organizations including: Car- 9th . Monday . $25 – Jeff Curry, Pearl City Hejna, Elizabeth Scott, Pearl City ing Community of Elizabeth, Johnson, Pearl City 15th . Sunday . $50 – Dalvin 21st . Saturday . $50 – Diane 27th . Friday . $25 – Terry East Dubuque Music Boosters, 10th . Tuesday . $25 – Stan Heller, Stockton Bradley, Stockton McGovern, Galena Eastland Athletic Boosters, Suchocki, Lake Carroll 16th . Monday . $25 – Shau- 22nd . Sunday . $50 – Lynn 28th . Saturday . $50 – Libby Galena-ARC, Galena Music 11th . Wednesday . $150 – na Endress, Pearl City Heller, Galena Miller, Galena Boosters, Pearl City Athletic James Grabow, Shannon 17th . Tuesday . $25 – Nick 23rd . Monday . $25 – Kalli 29th . Sunday . $50 – Boosters, RREA and Stockton 12th . Thursday . $25 – Kath- Hyde, Galena Schamberger, Stockton Michelle Marty, East Dubuque Strong. leen Klapatauskas, Dubuque, 18th . Wednesday . $25 – 24th . Tuesday . $25 – Steph- 30th . Monday . $25 – Steph- From October 1, thru Sep- IA Rhett Roethe, Shannon anie Wurster, Elizabeth anie Wurster, Elizabeth tember 30, 2016 cash prizes are awarded daily to a tick- et owner. A ticket can win multiple times. Over $14,000 is awarded in the year time Sales Throughout The Store! frame. • Pedal Tractors: $50 off My Friend’s Closet • Sales on Some Farm Toys November 2015 1st . Sunday . $50 – Paul • Free Barbie Book with purchase of Barbie Doll Christmas Store Knauer, Elizabeth • Hot Wheels – Buy 2 Get 1 Free 2nd . Monday. $25 – Stepha- • Many More In Store Specials 1/2 OFF Sale Going On NOW! nie Hyde, Galena Everything in the store must go! 3rd . Tuesday . $25 – Keri 502 S. Schuyler McFadden, Lanark Lena 25¢ Sale Starts Mon., Dec. 14 4th . Wednesday . $25 – (Route 73) Sheila Sadler, Elizabeth 815-369-4444 5th . Thursday . $25 – Judy Fill a Bag for $1.00 VenHuizen, Stockton HOLIDAY HOURS: MON-FRI 10AM-6PM Fri., Dec. 18 & Sat., Dec. 19 6th . Friday . $25 – Jim Mis- SAT & SUN 10AM-4PM ner, Freeport www.downonthefarmtoys.com 240 W. Main Street • Lena, IL 7th . Saturday . $50 – Jen- 227941 (Side entrance) 815-369-4527 SALE HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 11-4 Sat. 9-4

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