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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - February 18, 2021

VOTE REPUBLICAN Boone County Republican Leadership Encourages You To Vote In The Primary on Tuesday, February 23rd

Curt Newport Treasurer

Tricia Smith State’s Attorney

Linda Anderson Circuit Clerk

FEBRUARY 23RD

Mike Chamberlain Karl Johnson City of Belvidere Mayor Bo. Co. Board Chairman

Becky Wigget Coroner

Dave Ernest Boone County Sheriff

Bill J. Robertson Owen Costanza Belv. Township Supervisor Committee Chairman

INCUMBENTS

Mike Chamberlain City of Belvidere Mayor

Sarah Turnipseed City of Belvidere Clerk

Jim Culvey Belvidere Township Trustee

Daniel N. Arevalo Alderman Ward Two

Richard H. Nelson Belvidere Township Trustee

Kathy L. Grover Belvidere Township Trustee

Robert E. Turner Belvidere Township Trustee

CANDIDATES

Jeffrey S. Carlisle Mayoral Candidate

Joanne (Josie) Riley City Clerk Candidate

Natalie Mulhall Alderman Ward Two Candidate

Sheryl Prather Alderman Ward Three Candidate

Daniel Hulina Alderman Ward Three Candidate

Bernard O’Malley Belvidere Township Trustee Candidate

Paid for by the Boone County Republican Central Committee. A copy of our report is (or will be) filed with the Illinois State Board of Elections.

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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - February 18, 2021

Moving Belvidere Forward Together!

The Community Supports Mayor Mike! “Belvidere is moving forward and we need to continue the momentum and my support is going to Mayor Mike.” - Dave Gallano, Gallano Trucking “Mayor Mike is the go-to-guy when you want to get things done”. - Rock Valley College Chairman, Patrick Murphy “Mayor Mike’s calm demeanor and thoughtful process has reassured people that Belvidere is moving forward.” - Crystal Soltow, Small Business Owner and Belvidere Resident

“I will continue to work hard for the people of Belvidere. It has been an honor to serve you and I look forward to what we will achieve together in the next four years”

- Mayor Mike Chamberlain

“The Mayor has played a key leadership role in promoting our airport as a regional economic driver to State and Federal elected officials and leaders.” - Mike Dunn, Exec. Director l Chicago Rockford Int. Airport (RFD) “The passion of his service for our communities that make up this beautiful city is tireless.” -Eddy Batres, Belvidere, Illinois “These days it seems there are a lot of people who take everything to the extreme and want to find conflict everywhere they look, we know that life isn’t really like that & I know that Mike has the temperament to continue to work with the county to help our community forward now and in the future. Please join me in supporting Mike Chamberlain to continue as Mayor of Belvidere.”

Karl Johnson Boone County Board Chairman

Republicans are voting for Mayor Mike on February 23rd! • State Senator - Dave Syverson • State Representative - Joe Sosnowski • State Representative - Jeff Keicher • Boone County Republican Central Committee Chairman - Owen Costanza Paid for by “We Like Mike” Citizens to Elect Mike Chamberlain. A copy of our report is (or will be) filed with the IL State Board of Elections.

EXPERIENCE COUNTS • VOTE FOR PROVEN LEADERSHIP & SUCCESS

Sarah TURNIPSEED for CITY CLERK For More Info:

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23

“TURN-UP” and Vote because EXPERIENCE MATTERS! It is my goal to continue managing city records in the effective and professional manner that promotes the confidence of the citizens I serve and the other city departments that depend on me. I humbly ask for your support. You will not find a more qualified candidate.

• INCUMBENT CITY CLERK • EMPLOYEE SUPPORTED • I WILL CONTINUE TO WORK HARD FOR YOU

Employee Supported • Hardworking • Dedicated Paid for by Sarah Turnipseed, 1938 Lafayette Dr., Belvidere

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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - February 18, 2021

Jeff Carlisle For

Mayor Belvidere is my Hometown

I have a College Degree in aviation maintenance and electronics. My Work Experience is in the aerospace industry with my company near O’Hare as a Project Engineer.

Your Current Mayor Has: • Increased Several Taxes - (sales & gas) • Turned an Asset into a $1 million Liability (the Leath building) • Does not understand how to manage the Storm Sewer Problem • Wants to increase taxes again to solve the Storm Sewer Problem • Has consistently lobbied the council to increase property taxes but failed

“I know what we should be doing in Belvidere and I have a plan ready if elected mayor.” “I am asking for your trust in the February 23rd Primary.” Paid for by Jeff Carlisle’s Campaign Fund, 203 Secretariats Way, Belvidere, IL.

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HELP WANTED Part-time position at locally owned Belvidere business. Creative, friendly & outgoing, detailed and organized, willing to learn new skills, able to provide patient, helpful & sincere customer service, able to work on feet, good at basic math. We offer a fun place to work & great customers to work with, opportunity to engage your creative side, on-the-job training, staff discounts, flexible schedule. Pay: $11 - $12 per hour. Email resume and/or information to info@boonecountyshopper.com or mail to Box #1182, c/o Boone County Shopper, Inc., 112 Leonard Ct., Belvidere, IL 61008. Submissions are confidential.

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Re-Elect

Daniel N Arevalo 2nd Ward Alderman Experience and Knowledge to make the best decisions for Belvidere I volunteer & work with the following organizations: • Belvidere Alderman: 2014-2017, 2020-2021 • Public Safety Board Vice-Chairman: 2015-2017 • Police Pension Board: 2016-2017 • City-County Coordinating Committee Member: 2015-2017 • Rockford Sexual Assault and Counseling (RSAC) Board Member: 2016-Current • Planning and Zoning Commission Vice-Chairman then as Chairman: 2017-2020 • League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Board Member: 2019-Current

I can proudly say, I would be honored to be your next Belvidere City Clerk.

I will continue to be available to the 2nd Ward and all of Belvidere’s citizens and be everyone’s voice of Belvidere as a sound-minded council member. I will keep on engaging to find solutions to lessen the burden to Belvidere. I will find and implement better communication strategies with Belvidere and the Latinx population to close the gap and bridge the communication barrier with city hall.

I would greatly appreciate your vote on Tuesday, February 23, 2021.

My pledge to Belvidere is to: • Make financially responsible decisions • Have unbiased representation • Continually Improve communication • Lessen unnecessary bureaucracy & • Promote a business-friendly atmosphere

FOR CITY CLERK (VOTE FOR ONE)

SARAH TURNIPSEED JOANNE (JOSIE) RILEY Paid for by Joanne “Josie” Riley, 909 Pearl St., Belvidere

I am asking for your vote on

Tuesday, February 23rd Please feel free to contact me at 815-519-9324, danielarevalopoliticaloffice@gmail.com or facebook.com/AldermanArevalo Paid for by Daniel Arevalo, 342 W. Jackson St., Belvidere.

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HUNGRY FOR WHAT’S NEXT I believe Belvidere has a BRIGHT and VIBRANT FUTURE! It is my goal to work hard to promote smart growth and economic development within our community. Through collaboration with local leaders, legislators and citizens, we can achieve this goal so that our entire community prospers.

FEBRUARY 23rd

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COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE City of Belvidere Planning and Zoning Commission Boone County Regional Planning Commission Boone County Agricultural Easement and Farmland Protection Commission Precinct 6 Election Judge Belvidere Board of Realtors - Board of Directors Belvidere Police Department - Volunteers In Police Service Belvidere Historic Preservation Commission Paid for by Friends For Natalie. A copy of my report will be filed with the IL State Board of Elections

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2019 Boone County Fair August 6-11 Good For One Ear Of Roasted Corn

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THE ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY Publishers (ACP) is searching for an Executive Director. If interested, visit afcp.org or ifpa.com and click on the “Executive Director Search” link for more details. PROTECT YOUR HOME w/home security monitored by ADT. Starting at $27.99/ mo. Get free equipment bundle including keypad, motion sensor, wireless door & windows sensors. 833-719-1073 ATTENTION OXYGEN THERAPY USERS Inogen One G4 is capable of full 24/7 oxygen delivery. Only 2.8 pounds. Free info kit. Call 877-929-9587

WALK-INS ONLY

FACE MASKS REQUIRED

Every Customer Receives A Clean Disposable Chair Cloth SHOP HOURS: Tues.-Fri. 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM; Closed Sun. & Mon.

NEW AUTHORS WANTED! Page Publishing will help self-publish your book. Free author submission kit! Limited offer! 866-951-7214 WANTS TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

Mon. - Fri. 8 AM - 5 PM 112 Leonard Court Belvidere, IL 61008 815-544-2166

www.boonecountyshopper.com

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Jim Emanuel (Owner) 402 S. State St. Corner of State & Pleasant 815-547-4969

YARD SIGN

LAST MINUTE DEADLINES Display Ads - 12 Noon Monday Auctions - 12 Noon Monday Line Ads - 12 Noon Tuesday

112 Leonard Court, Belvidere 815-544-2166 - Open M-F 8-5

Tree Services BudgetResidential & Commercial Tree Removal-Trimming-Cleanup Free Mulch (Boone County Only)

(815)547-8894

24 Hr. Emergency Services (815)703-5571 Free Estimates Fully Insured

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BELVIDERE YOUTH BASEBALL Baseball & Softball 2021 Registration

Y BROTHERS, A R IN RD 815-544-6640 Call for estimates 7200 Epworth Rd., Garden Prairie, IL

Sand, Gravel, Excavating

2 2 Days Days Left Left To To Register Register & & Pay Pay Online! Online! belvidereyouthbaseball.com belvidereyouthbaseball.com

Registration Deadline Saturday, February 20th Due to COVID-19 restrictions, registration will be on-line only. Go to www.belvidereyouthbaseball.com or scan our QR code to register. If you have any questions, please email BelvidereYouthBaseball@gmail.com.

and

Ready Mix Concrete

Registration Details Why Choose BYB?

MON. - FRI. 7AM - 5PM SAT. 7AM - 12PM

JIM CULVEY Re-Elect FOR

PLAY IN OUR clean and sanitized lounge, temperatures taken, masks worn. All machines sanitized, machines distanced so no dividers needed. Logan Avenue Slots, 6543 Joan Drive, Belvidere. Monday-Thursday 8 AM-12 AM, Friday and Saturday 8 AM-2 AM and Sunday 11 AM-12 AM.

BELVIDERE TOWNSHIP

TRUSTEE PLEASE VOTE ON

FEB. 23RD

AT&T INTERNET. Starting at $40/month w/12-mo agmt. 1 TB of data/mo. Ask how to bundle & SAVE! Geo & svc restrictions apply. 1-888-796-8850

Paid for by Jim Culvey, 116 W. Perry, Belvidere

RISE

& SHINE RISE & SHINE DAY CARE HOME In Capron With Full & Part Time Openings. 30+ Years Experience. Licensed & CPR Certified. Reasonable Rates.

Lake Geneva, WI 262-248-0600 104.002640

Call Barb 815-701-6349

- 6U (Ages 4-6) Coach-Pitch - 8U Baseball/Softball - 10U Baseball/Softball - 12U Baseball/Softball - 14U Baseball/Softball - Summer High School Baseball/Softball

• Multiple levels of competition including recreational leagues, tournament teams, and full-time travel teams. • Fun, safe, productive environment led by a reputable organization • Most teams play 14-18 games per season, plus playoffs • Participation open to Boone County and all surrounding areas • The BYB Sports Complex (on Fairgrounds Road) is one of the finest in the area

Age cutoff for baseball is April 30, 2021. Age cutoff for softball is Dec. 31, 2020. New players in an age group must have birth certificates verified at tryouts in March.

The Lord’s Prayer Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, On earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, As we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

Accepting:

WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU! TACO DINNER

Friday, Feb. 26th, 4:30-6:30 PM $6.00/pp Includes dessert & coffee. To go meals no extra charge.

SOUP & CHILI LUNCHES TUES., WED., THURS. WED., FEB. 17TH THURS., FEB. 18TH TUES., FEB. 23RD Serving 11 AM - 2 PM

CHEDDAR BROCCOLI SOUP & BLT $5 Served With Chips & Pickle

Serving 11 AM Until Gone! Serving 11 AM Until Gone! CHEESY POTATO CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP & CHILI SOUP & CHILI Soup $2 Bowl • Chili $3 Bowl Soup $2 Bowl • Chili $3 Bowl TO GO OPTIONS: Small: $2 Soup • $3 Chili Large: $3 Soup • $4 Chili

TO GO OPTIONS: Small: $2 Soup • $3 Chili Large: $3 Soup • $4 Chili

Thank you for supporting your local Veterans!

VFW Post 1461 To Go Orders 815-544-2014 • 1310 W. Lincoln Ave., Belvidere

THANK YOU! TM

• Free Estimates On Installation • All Makes & Models • Certified • Fully Insured

The T he family of WWII Veteran Sergeant Walter Petroske would like to thank the community for helping celebrate his 100th birthday!

Thank You

to the Boone County Community Foundation for their continued generous support to Friends of Stone School for our schoolhouse restoration.

24 Hour Emergency Service 7 Days A Week!

Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. “Locally Owned & Operated Since 1964”

815-544-4247 www.flemingheating.net 402 Buchanan St., Belvidere

Veterans Assistance Commission Of Boone County 130 S. State St., Suite 212, Belvidere, IL www.VACBC.org Email: VACBoone@VACBC.org

AMERICAN LEGION FRIDAY FISH FRY 4:30-6:30 4:30-6:30 PM PM OR OR UNTIL UNTIL SOLD SOLD OUT OUT

815-943-6629

Household, Boat and RV Storage Sizes Available from 5’ x 10’ thru 25’ x 40’

In CAPRON and POPLAR GROVE! Visit WWW.HNHSTORAGE.COM If you need the space, we’ve got the Place! We Offer Easy Online Payments!

4760 Rt. 173 in Poplar Grove

And two locations in Capron— Main Street and Wooster Street Capron, Illinois

Baked Cod, Traditional or Beer Battered Cod; Fried Walleye; Blue Gill & Catfish; Shrimp; New Seafood Platter; Fried or Baked Boneless Chicken Includes: Choice of Baked Potato, French Fries or Vegetable; Coleslaw; Bread & Coffee

INDOOR SEATING AVAILABLE

OR CALL 815-547-7216 Feb. 19th FOR CURBSIDE PICK UP : g in r tu a Fe PRE-ORDERS APPRECIATED ps Sea Scallo 900 Chrysler Dr., Belvidere

RIME

STOP PERS

We Need Your Help To Keep...

BOONE COUNTY SAFE!

815-547-7867 www.boonecountycrimestoppers.com

F REE FOOD THE SALVATION ARMY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM

Wed., March 3rd 9:15 - 11:15 A.M. at the

SALVATION ARMY 422 S. Main, Belvidere DHS INCOME GUIDELINES HOUSEHOUSEMONTHLY MONTHLY HOLD HOLD INCOME INCOME SIZE SIZE 1

$1,718

$3,541

$2,326

$4,149

$2,993

For each additional household member add $608

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Weekly Specials!

Friday

Thursday - $7 Bang Bang Chicken or Beef & Broccoli, 2 Spring Rolls Friday - $5 5 Piece Shrimp, Fries & Slaw $7 2 Piece Cod, Fries & Slaw Sat./Sun. - $3 Italian Sausage & Peppers Monday - $7 Smoked Half Chicken, Mashed Potatoes & Veggie Tuesday - $1 Taco/$2 Steak Taco/$1 Churros Wednesday - $7 Chicken Limone

Fish Fry 3-Piece Cod, 2-Piece Pike or 6-Piece Fried Shrimp, Potato and Soup or Salad

$9.99 Everyday Special

FILET FRIDAY

Tuna Melt w/Fries

$4 Love Bug Cocktail $3.50 Cotton Candy $3 Champagne & Mimosas

OPEN DAILY 12 PM - 2 AM

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Get your cozy slippers & moccasins now. We also carry hats, mittens & gloves and everything sheepskin including the latest from Emu products, Americas best selling footwear.

$4 Pepper-N-Eggs Sandwich Every Friday of Lent

PRIME SATURDAY ONLY

$7.99 1800 UNION AVE., BELVIDERE 815-547-8109

thru 2-24-21

$5 Breakfast 8-11 AM Every Day!

EACH Includes Dessert

8 OZ. FILET MIGNON, 2 SHRIMP & BAKED POTATO

PRIME RIB, LOADED MASHED POTATOES & VEGETABLE

CARRY OUT AVAILABLE 815-847-0013

413 Southtowne Dr., Belvidere • Open 7 Days A Week

GENERAC STANDBY GENERATORS The weather is increasingly unpredictable. Be prepared for power outages. FREE 7-year extended warranty ($695 value!) Schedule your FREE in-home assessment today. 1-844-334-8353 special financing if qualified.

Open Monday-Friday 8-5 112 Leonard Court, Belvidere • 815-544-2166 boonecountyshopper.com

The Northern Illinois Mobile Food Bank at Zion Lutheran Church, 1300 Pearl St., Belvidere

Saturday, Feb. 27th, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Due to the current health crisis & for safety purposes please stay in your car. Your groceries will be placed in your trunk. Please line up off 6th Street. Please Note: There will be no access to the church building.

Hours: Mon. & Thurs. - Closed; Tues.-Sat. 9-5:30 pm; Sunday 12-5 pm

10828 Caledonia Rd, Belvidere • 815-895-9678 • completesheepshoppe.com

Food is distributed on a first come first served basis, while supplies last.

In Loving Memory Of Pat Streit

“The Best Fish Fry In Town” St. James Center

February 18, 1935 - February 26, 2012

It’s been 9 years since you went to your Heavenly home. You will never be forgotten for your love of life and people during your earthly journey. You are missed by the people you touched during your life and you’ll always be in our hearts.

Teri’s Smile & Courage Will Be Missed

With All Our Love - Ron Streit Family

FRY FRIDAY $999*

Fried Cod, Walleye, Perch, Catfish Or Baked Cod

Fried Chicken Dinner

99*

Family

estaurant

Wednesday 11 AM - 8 PM

cle John’s Un

FRIDAY Jumbo Fried Shrimp 6 Pc - $9.99 8 Pc - $11.99 10 Pc - $13.99

NEW HOMEMADE BATTERED CHICKEN TENDERS $9.99*

Light & Lively Dishes: Stuffed Tomatoes, Salads Fruit Plates, And More!

Full Menu Always Available

SATURDAY SPECIAL PRIME RIB 16 OZ.

1899*

1053 Logan Ave., Belvidere

815-547-4000 Indoor Seating, Pick Up or Curbside

OPEN THIS SAT. UNTIL 2:30 PM

Alaskan Salmon Dinner $ 99*

*All Dinners Include Soup or Salad, Potato, Veggie, Bread & Butter

Open Daily 6 AM - 2:30 PM; Open Wed. & Fri. Until 8 PM

From The Family of Teri Snow

FRIDAYS, 4 PM-7 PM FEBRUARY 19TH FEBRUARY 26TH MARCH 5TH

MARCH 12TH MARCH 19TH MARCH 26TH

Thank you for all the prayers, flowers, cards, calls & memorial gifts to St. Vincent de Paul.

HAND BATTERED FRIED FISH

We appreciate the outpouring of love and support you have all shown.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Sincerely, Dan Snow & Family

SERVED WITH POTATO WEDGES, COLESLAW, DINNER ROLL & BUTTER

$ COST $ - FREE WILL DONATION

DRIVE-UP ONLY

320 LOGAN AVE., BELVIDERE FOR CALL IN ORDERS AFTER 2 PM

815-544-6311