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Girls Volleyball League
Friends of North Boone Fire Protection District
The focus of this league is to teach the correct fundamentals of volleyball & to teach participants teamwork, fair play, cooperation, & values. 3rd & 4th Grade; 5th & 6th Grade; 7th & 8th Grade (Min. of 4 teams in any league for league to run) Registration: Now - March 18th Coaches Mtg.: Saturday, March 19th, 10 AM Practice Begins: Week of March 21st NO PRACTICES WEEK OF SPRING BREAK (MARCH 28TH - APRIL 3RD) Games Run: April 9th - May 21st Fee: Member $70 • Non-Member $110 Teams can register for $575 & provide your own coach Township Scholarships are available for volleyball if you live in the township.
Belvidere Township Youth Recreation Scholarship
BELVIDERE TOWNSHIP EST. 1850
Scholarship assistance for youth recreation programs offered to youth in need who live in Belvidere Township. Includes basketball, karate, swim lessons and more! Contact the Y for more information!
IN A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, MINUTES MATTER! In a medical emergency, minutes really matter. Faster response means care is delivered to a patient in a timelier manner, leading to better overall outcomes. The closer the ambulance service, the quicker the response time and the faster that treatment can be provided to a patient. The North Boone Fire Department (NBFD) plays a critical role in the region’s fire and public safety infrastructure. In addition to providing fire and rescue services, North Boone has a fully-staffed ambulance with an available paramedic and EMT. Now NBFD seeks to operate its own 24/7 ambulance service to provide more timely and consistent service to its residents.
IN A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, MINUTES MATTER! It’s a small price to pay for added safety.
March 15 - Vote YES!
To do this, North Boone is required by law to ask voters to help fund this expanded ambulance service. The department has filed the necessary paperwork for the Yes/No referendum and the question will be on the ballot in the March 15, 2016 election. The referendum issue would require the owner of a $100,000 house to pay just $16.67 each year in additional property taxes. It’s a small price to pay for added safety.
Learn more by visiting “Friends of North Boone Fire Protection District” on Facebook. Campaign Phone: 815-988-0112 – FriendsofNBFPD@gmail.com Paid for by Friends of North Boone Fire Protection District. A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections and the County Clerk is (or will be) available for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois and the County Clerk of Boone, Illinois.
Red Cross Lifeguard Training Ages 15 Years & Up. Min. of 4 to run class. This course is a complete training for today’s professional lifeguard, capable of job management & accident prevention. First Aid and CPR included in the course. Must be able to swim 300 yds. non-stop doing front crawl & breast stroke. Tread water for 2 min. using kick only. There is also a swim test where swimmer must be able to swim 20 yds., dive to bottom & bring up 10 lb. brick carrying it & return on your back using kick only. Session I Swim Test: Monday, April 4th, 6-8 PM Classes: Friday, April 8th, 5-10 PM, Saturday April 9th, 8 AM - 7 PM & Sunday, April 10th, 8 AM - 7 PM Session II Swim Test: Monday, April 25th, 6-8 PM Classes: Friday, April 29th, 5-10 PM, Saturday, April 30th, 8 AM - 7 PM & Sunday, May 1st, 8 AM - 7 PM Fee: Member $175 Non-Member: $225
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• Retired Family Practice Physician Helping All Walks Of Families In Boone County For 39+ Years • Served On Rock Valley College Board For 12 Years • Concerned About Taxes, Water Quality, Animal Services, Streamlining Road, Municipality And Growth Issues “My years attending to the health of Boone County citizens have made me keenly aware of the challenges our families face. I will bring fresh ideas that promote a community working together towards both wellness and quality of life.” Paid For By Bernie O ’M alley, 1923 Riverside Rd., Belvidere
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A Candidate who will do his homework to better serve you! Moved back to Boone County to raise my children where I was raised Leadership in local church Committed to examining, researching and investigating the issues Will listen to both sides of an issue to discern what is best for the whole county “ I will work to represent your family, promote economic development and fiscal responsibility in our County.”
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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - March 3, 2016
We Proudly Support
for State’s Attorney!
A State’s Attorney for ALL of Boone County
Al and Darlene Henninger Jan Hinz Janet Hyland Dan and Judy Keegan Greg Kelm, VFW Commander Bob Kemp Pastor Bob Kopp, local pastor and police chaplain Jeff Lutzow ENDORSED BY CURRENT & FORMER COUNTY ENDORSED BY TOWNSHIP LEADERS Marilyn & Marty Mast Manchester Township Flora Township BOARD MEMBERS & COUNTY OFFICIALS Danny Anderson Ray Larson Supervisor Ray Morse Supervisor Gail Bennett Kay Meyers Helen Mosher Maxwell Sherry Branson Peggy Malone Clerk Dalon Boyce Clerk Kenny Freeman Ellis Mundy Jeff Carlisle Craig Schultz Comm. Bill Adams Comm. Michael Frank Richard Nelson Kenny Freeman Brad Stark Tr. Stan Ellsworth Tr. Debra Butenschoen Max & Carol Newport Fred Genrich Marion Thornberry Tr. Tim Hall Donald Parisi Tr. Kerry Lee Laura Guerin-Hunt Ron Wait Tr. Ken Hildebrandt Dorothy Pierce Tr. Dan Runyan Dana LaPier Cathy Ward Tr. Randy Williams Tilli Schulze Treasurer Curt Newport Clerk Mary Steurer ENDORSED BY COMMUNITY LEADERS Ron Schwebke Jack Barnes ENDORSED BY BELVIDERE LEADERS Naomi Schultz Garry & Betty Blatchford Todd and Lynn Shattuck Mayor Mike Chamberlain Ald. Ron Brooks Larry Bowes Norm & Sandy Stimes Clerk Shauna Arco Ald. George Crawford Kerry Brawner Steve and Tina Thomas Ald. Daniel Arevalo Ald. Wendy Frank Fred Brereton, Belvidere Mayor for 16 years John and Ruth Todt Joe and Pamela Cangelosi Richard Witt Mitzie and Jim Carey David Worrell, retired Belvidere Fire Chief Doug Chapman Vince Zaccardi Richard and Catherine Devries Ken Dillenburg Paid for by the Citizens to Elect Michelle Courier ENDORSED BY STATE LEADERS Representative Bob Pritchard Christine J. Johnson, Former Senator State’s Attorney for McHenry County Louis A. Bianchi State’s Attorney for DuPage County Bob Berlin State’s Attorney for Kane County Joe McMahon State’s Attorney for Lake County Michael G. Nerheim
ENDORSED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT Jan Noble, longest serving Chief in Illinois Matt Wallace, 23 years of service Gerry Leenheer 37 years of service Ron Brooks, 30 years of service Bob Alty, 26 years of service Bill Villont, 23 years of service
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Boone County’s
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Boone County’s Got Talent III Produced By Belvidere Rotary Club Saturday, March 12th, 7:00 PM
Variety Of Acts! Singing Acting Music Dancing Bands And More Belvidere/Boone County Community Building 111 W. First Street, Belvidere Come join us for some GREAT FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT! ALL SEATS ARE ONLY $5 PER PERSON Tickets Can Be Purchased in Advance at The Belvidere Park District Office, and from Rotary Club Members
TICKETS ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR
Celebrity Master Of Ceremonies
Mike Garrigan Artistic Director: Dan Holmes - Questions 815-547-4558 or dholmes@district100.com
Special Appreciation To Our Star Sponsors Franklin Display Group - John Morrissey Accountants Malcolm Pediatric Dentistry - General Mills - Jack Wolf Cadillac GMC
Rotary Motto: Service Above Self
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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - March 3, 2016
Vote Republican March 15, 2016! Proven Leadership. Trusted Experience. Committed to Boone County. FOR THE RECORD Michelle Courier’s Experience
Her Opponent’s Experience
14 years in the State’s Attorney’s Office, handling all areas of criminal, civil, and governmental law 11 years of leadership experience in management and administration in the State’s Attorney’s Office including serving two terms as the elected State’s Attorney for Boone County and the Chief Assistant State’s Attorney in McHenry County supervising an entire division Prosecuted 13 jury trials alone as a first year criminal prosecutor
3 years in the State’s Attorney’s Office, handling primarily traffic and misdemeanor cases under the prior administration No leadership experience in management or administration of an office No experience in supervising or training other attorneys No experience in hiring attorneys No experience in creating, maintaining, or working within a county budget Prosecuted 9 jury trial in 3 years, 4 of which she sat as a back-up prosecutor
Served as a County Board Member from 2004-2008 Supported by current law enforcement, including police chief and several State’s Attorneys, current county board members, city officials, and township officials. Proven record of working for all of Boone County, prosecuting and sending to prison gang members, drug dealers, sex offenders, and murderers
Quit after only 1 year as a County Board Member Supported by retired politicians, criminal defense attorneys, Rockford police officers, and former assistant state’s attorneys under the prior administration Proven record of working for and defending criminals in Boone County, including gang members, drug dealers, sex offenders, and even a murderer Paid for by the Citizens to Elect Michelle Courier
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First United Methodist Church in Belvidere is seeking a part-time custodian to work 3 weekdays and special events as required. The custodian is responsible for keeping the church building and grounds clean and for performing basic maintenance as required. Qualifications include experience with general cleaning techniques, safe working practices, able to lift approx. 35#, and general repair work on large facilities. Please apply at the church office, 610 Bonus Ave, between 10 AM and 2 PM MondayThursday or email contact information and work history to officeadmin@fumcbelvidere.com.
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Tricia Smith is the Best QualiÀed Candidate for Boone County State’s Attorney Felony Trial Experience
Extensive Civil Litigation Experience
Former Police Of¿cer
Proud Supporters: Karla Maville- Attorney at Law Kent Kniep- Local Businessman Erin Walsh- Attorney at Law Kyle Larson- Attorney at Law David Faulkner- Attorney at Law Lt. Mark West- (ret.) Rockford Police Department Natalie Hyser Barber- Attorney at Law Along with many other members of our Boone County community!
Vote Tricia Smith for Republican Boone County State’s Attorney March 15, 2016.
Elect tricia
SMITH FOR
Duane Wirth - Retired Boone County Sheriff (Committee Co-Chair) John Maville - Former Boone County State’s Attorney and Attorney at Law (Committee Co-Chair) Nora Ohlsen - Retired Boone County Circuit Clerk Pam McCullough- Retired Boone County Clerk and Recorder Bill Purvis- Retired Captain Boone County Sheriff’s Department Jim Middleton- Retired head of Boone County Probation John Cabello – Illinois State Representative Darrel Davis- Bonus Township Supervisor Bill Robertson- Belvidere Township Trustee Lois Swenson- Retired Boone County Coroner Michael Schultz- Attorney at Law and former Boone County Board Member Brad Fidder- Local Business Owner and former Boone County Board Member Donald Larson- Attorney at Law and Former Illinois State Police Of¿cer Cheryl Russell- Smith- Local Business Owner and Attorney at Law Marshall and Julie Newhouse- Local Business Owners Lois Ramon- Attorney at Law David Gallano- Local Business Owner Chuck Popp- Attorney at Law Deborah Loos- Attorney at Law James Twyning- Local Businessman
Boone County State's Attorney
Paid for by Tricia Smith for Boone County State’s Attorney. A copy of my report is (or will be) ¿led with the IL State Board of Elections.
KINDERGARTEN ROUND UP
INSCRIPCIÓN DE KINDER
Wednesday, April 6, 2016 8 AM - 2 PM
Miércoles, 6 de abril, 2016 8 AM - 2 PM
Informational meetings explaining the programs offered in District 100 will take place from
5 PM - 6 PM at Central Middle School on Thursday, March 10th in English & Wednesday, March 16th in Spanish • Registration will take place at all District 100 Elementary Schools - Register at your home school • Registration packets will be available on the District website and at the Elementary Schools • No payments will be taken at registration - Invoices will be mailed in the fall • Bring your child for screening 1201 5th Ave., Belvidere, IL 61008 815-544-0301
www.district100.com
Habrá una junta para explicar los programas que ofrece el distrito 100 en la escuela secundaria de Central Middle School a las 5 PM - 6 PM. La junta en ingles será el jueves, el 10 de marzo y en español el 16 de marzo.
• El registro ocurrirá en todas las escuelas primarias del distrito 100 - inscríbase en la escuela de su hogar geográfico • Los paquetes de inscripciones serán disponible en la pagina web del distrito y en las escuelas primarias • No tendrá que pagar para inscribirse ahora - Se enviara una carta de cuenta en el otoño • Traiga su hijo/a para hacer evaluaciones 1201 5th Ave., Belvidere, IL 61008 815-544-0301
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Saturday, April 9th, Race Time 8 AM NIU-Rockford, 8500 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61108
VOTE
& ELECT
CORY LIND
BOONE COUNTY BOARD DIST. #2
POSITIVE & PROACTIVE Professional with experience making tough decisions and managing budgets Conservative Republican 12 Year Property Owner Iraq War Veteran Active VFW Member Lifelong Boone County Resident Graduate of Northern Illinois University
Please contact me if you have any questions or want a yard sign Paid for by Cory Lind, 915 Van Buren St., Belvidere (815) 319-9373, coryalind@gmail.com
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Downsizing & other life changes often find seniors leaving their comfort zones to move to new neighborhoods or regions. It can be difficult to leave those comfort zones behind, especially when it means saying goodbye to close friends or family members. Establishing new social circles as a senior can be challenging. • Join a club. If you have a particular hobby or interest, rekindle it in your new location. Find a local gardening club, church-sponsored organization or fitness center where you can meet like-minded men & women. Some local clubs you may want to join include: Belvidere IOU Club, Belvidere Lions Club, Belvidere Rotary, Belvidere Womans Club, Belvidere Moose Club, Boone County Arts Council, Boone County Gardeners of America, Kiwanis Club, Zonta Club of Belvidere & many more. • Get a dog. Dogs make great companions inside of the house & also serve as an ice breaker when you are outdoors. Take plenty of walks & take advantage of opportunities for conversation when people come up to you to inquire about your dog. Explain your situation and you may make some new friends along the way. • Volunteer your time. Volunteer & you’re likely to meet people who share the same interests as you. Sign up with a favorite charity or volunteer at nonprofit events & look for familiar faces. • Participate in church events. Churches are often cornerstones of a community, & they frequently host different events to get parishioners or members together. Read the bulletin & get involved in church-sponsored events. • Work at a school. Schools also serve as hubs of community activity. Volunteer or work for a local school & you will soon find yourself immersed in your community’s weekday hustle & bustle. Change can be hard for seniors starting out in new communities. With some gumption & a few strategies to get started, anyone can expand their circle of friends.
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When the time comes, people around the world diligently turn their clocks an hour ahead come the springtime & turn them back again when autumn arrives. This is because of daylight saving time, an idea first introduced centuries ago by Benjamin Franklin. When daylight saving time, or DST, was first introduced, much of what people did in their daily lives was governed by sunlight, as it was difficult to do anything once the sun set. Franklin felt the country could be more productive if everyone rose earlier to maximize daytime. But Franklin’s idea was not officially implemented until much later, when it was instituted during World War I to save money on electricity & devote more money to coal during the time of war. DST was repealed during peacetime, but implemented again during World War II & once again during the 1973 oil embargo. Today, more than 70 countries participate, many of which do so because they believe it helps to save money on electricity. Individuals can take their own steps to curb electricity usage throughout the year. • Tailor your schedule to daylight hours. Rise & go to bed with the sun to reduce your reliance on electricity. • Only use lights in the rooms you’re occupying. Turn off electrical appliances & fixtures when leaving a room. • Spend more time outdoors, grilling outside & dining on the patio. • Use appliances during off-peak hours to save money on energy costs. • Open the windows on cooler days to keep interior spaces at a comfortable temperature. • Rely on sunlight as much as possible, opening curtains & blinds to let more light into your home. • Adjust the thermostat on HVAC systems to keep the system off when you’re not at home. • Reduce reliance on electrical forms of entertainment, such as TVs, computers, and tablets.
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SENIOR LIVING Why Does The World Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? March 17 is a special day for people of Irish heritage & other celebrants across the globe. Each year, millions of people pay homage to St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, with parades, parties & religious services. Celebrations occur even though many celebrants may know little about this legendary saint. Although St. Patrick’s Day has evolved into a festivity filled with clovers, frosty mugs of beer, green clothing, & lively music, the day was once a religious feast day honoring the man many credit with bringing Christianity to Ireland. St. Patrick was born in Britain circa AD 387. Many are surprised to learn he was not Irish. In fact, St. Patrick first spent time in Ireland when he was captured by Irish pagans as a teen & taken to their country as a slave. After six years working as a shepherd, Patrick became familiar with the customs & spirit of the Irish & “found God.” He was able to eventually escape his imprisonment, vowing to one day return to Ireland as a free man. Patrick was schooled at monasteries & was ordained a priest & later became a bishop. Under Pope Celestine I, he was commissioned to become an apostle to Ireland & spread the news of God & Christianity. St. Patrick spent many years evangelizing in northern Ireland & converted thousands of people from paganism to Christianity. According to legend, St. Patrick used the three-leaf clover to explain the Holy Trinity to the Irish. Although green has become the primary color of St. Patrick’s Day & green remains widely associated with Ireland, during the 18th century, the Order of St. Patrick, an Anglo-Irish chivalric order, adopted blue as it’s official color. That led to blue being associated with St. Patrick. However, “wearing of the green” eventually fell back into favor, & the color green & an association with St. Patrick’s Day grew during the 19th & 20th centuries. Although St. Patrick’s Day originated as a religious celebration in honor of a man who brought Christianity to Ireland, it has since become a larger representation of Irish pride & culture.
Leaving An Estate To Charity When movie producer David Gundlach passed away suddenly from a heart attack in October 2011, few people knew he intended to leave his massive personal fortune to a local charity in his hometown of Elkhart, Indiana. Gundlach gave away all of his $125 million to the Elkhart County Community Foundation. One doesn’t have to be a famous movie producer or sports star to donate assets to charity in wills. Individuals sometimes make the choice to leave a portion of their estate to a favorite charity to create a legacy that helps the unfortunate. Such a decision may surprise family members, so it may be wise to discuss plans when drafting wills & ensuring that the correct method of bequeathing estates to charities is followed. When a will is written, it is typically in a person’s best interest to consult with an estate-planning attorney prior to making any decisions. When working in conjunction with a financial planner, an attorney can help you grow your estate & ensure your assets will be distributed according to your wishes. When writing a will that includes charitable donations, be very precise in the verbiage & specify your wishes & intents so they are carried out correctly. Just like feisty family members, charities can be quite aggressive in their pursuits of funding, particularly if they have reason to believe that money will be coming their way as part of a person’s will. In order to prevent unnecessary battling among attorneys, it is best to have all of your wishes clearly explained & spelled out so the people & organizations who matter the most to you receive the money -- & that you’re not simply funding legal bills. Leaving money to a charity can have financial advantages for the other benefactors of your will. A bequest to a charity reduces the size of your estate, meaning less money is subject to estate taxes. While you cannot benefit from an income-tax deduction while you are alive, you will cut down on taxes afterward, which would normally take away money that was left to family & friends. Those who want to save money in a tax-efficient way upon making a charitable donation can choose to donate an IRA account to charity. This will save your heirs money in income taxes that they otherwise would have to pay when the IRA is distributed. There are some gray areas in doing this, so it is best to consult with a tax advisor. Donating a portion or all of your estate to charity can be a way to leave a legacy and support an organization that has special meaning to you. There are many local charities to choose from: Belvidere YMCA, United Way of Boone County, Salvation Army, Boone County Food Pantry, Belvidere School District #100 Charitable Foundation, area Churches and many others.
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SENIOR LIVING Home Remedies For Joint Pain Can Provide Relief
Stiff, painful joints affect a vast number of people. According to the American College of Rheumatology, arthritis & other rheumatic diseases afflict roughly 23% of Americans. The number of people living with arthritis is expected to increase as the Baby Boomer generation continues to age. Treatments for joint pain & stiffness range from medication to physical therapy. Finding the right regimen may take some effort, including some trial & error. For those looking for treatments they can try at home, consider these homespun remedies. (Note: Check with a physician to confirm the safety of alternative treatments before adding herbs to or modifying your existing medications.) • Exercise more. Regular movement helps to maintain flexibility in the body’s joints. Those with joint pain may shy away from exercise, but they could be doing themselves a disservice. Low-impact exercises, like swimming & water aerobics, can work out muscles & joints without adding extra stress. Walking can replace jogging or running, & yoga & pilates may be just the thing for deep stretching. Contact the Belvidere Family YMCA, Anytime Fitness or The Edge 24 Hour Fitness for low impact programs. • Lose weight. Joint pain is often tied to obesity. Losing just a few pounds can ease up strain on certain joints, such as the hips, feet & knees. Shedding weight can improve mobility & decrease pain & potential future damage to joints. • Consider hot & cold therapies. Using a heating pad, hot shower or bath or an ice pack can work wonders on arthritis-related pains. Hot treatments will loosen up stiff joints, while cold therapy is best for acute pain relief. Do not apply hot & cold packs to the skin directly, as this can injure the skin. Wrap them in a towel first. • Include anti-inflammatory foods & beverages in your diet. Explore the many different natural foods & herbs that are purported to reduce inflammation in the body. Ginger, turmeric, flaxseed, grape juice, & bromelain can alleviate inflammation & stiffness. Foods such as fatty fish & nuts high in omega-3 fatty acids also will help fight inflammation. Blueberries, garlic, celery, & kelp should be included in diets as well. • Go for a massage. The Arthritis Foundation says regular massages can help reduce pain & stiffness & improve range of motion. The massage therapist should have experience working on people with arthritis. In addition, massages should be performed by licensed physical therapists & guided by a doctor’s recommendation. • Increase magnesium intake. Magnesium can alleviate pain & reduce inflammation. It is best ingested through dark, leafy greens but can be taken in supplement form. Magnesium oil can be applied topically to sore joints. Joint pain can impact daily life and make activities less enjoyable. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways that do not require harsh medications to loosen joints and combat pain.
A Simple Comparison Of Traditional vs. Roth IRAs Article Contributed by Owen Costanza, Flanders Insurance Anyone under the age of 70-1/2 and who earns an income can contribute to a traditional IRA. Traditional IRAs are subject to required minimum distribution (RMD) rules – where you are required to take RMDs annually after age 70-1/2. Your contributions may be tax deductible, however, the tax deductions are based on several items: • Income tax filing status • Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) • Activity in an employer-sponsored retirement plan. Roth IRAs are not subject to minimum distribution rules. Your funds can continue to accrue interest and remain in the contract past age 70-1/2. Roth IRAs also do not require activity in an employer-sponsored retirement plan. Both traditional and Roth IRAs allow you to make contributions at any time, based on eligibility and contribution limits. Additionally, an eligible wage earner may also contribute up to the annual limit for a non-wage earning spouse; each spouse would maintain his or her own Traditional or Roth IRA.
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Easter is on the way, and practicing Christians across the globe have spent the Lenten season preparing for the day when they celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Lent is a season best spent in the company of close friends and family, and the following are a few ways for Christians to celebrate their faith in the weeks leading up to Easter Sunday. • Give Easter eggs a different meaning. Easter eggs are popular among youngsters, & that popularity can be used to teach kids about their faith. Eggs are frequently viewed as a symbol of new life, so parents & grandparents can use them to show their children & grandchildren how Christ died & was born anew. Eggs can be filled with small items that symbolize something related to Christ’s story. Or they can be left empty to represent the empty tomb after His resurrection. • Eat food that conveys Biblical stories. For Easter dinner, enjoy foods that are mentioned in the Bible. A fish dinner can convey the story of how Jesus multiplied fish to feed the crowds, or dine on lamb & share the story of Passover. • Participate in church services. Throughout Lent, many parishes offer Easter vigils or specialized services that relate the account of Jesus’ life & subsequent death on the cross. Some churches may recreate realistic stations of the Cross. Employing pageantry to bring biblical stories to life can help young children visualize & better understand the meaning of Easter. The March 17th issue of the Boone County Shopper will list local churches Holy Week Services. • Create a Christ-centered Easter basket. Parents can still fill kids’ Easter baskets with some of the familiar confectionary treats, but those parents who impart lessons about their faith to their kids also can include books about the story of Easter, rosary beads, a crucifix for a child’s room, & maybe a children’s Bible. • Make time for volunteer work. Many families reserve volunteerism for the Christmas season, but Easter also marks a great time to volunteer. In a season that focuses on the ultimate sacrifice, families can open their hearts to others. Invite someone over for Easter dinner who has nowhere to go. Share your holiday celebrations with a person of another faith so that he or she may be able to see what makes this time of year special. Create a service jar filled with small, loving tasks everyone in the family can do each day. The Lenten season, including Easter, is the most celebrated time of the year for Christians. Families can enjoy the festivities by blending many different traditions together and by focusing on the spirituality of the season.
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Directions Calories 167 Fat 5 g 1. Spray baking dish with cooking spray. Cholesterol 57 mg 2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Sodium 117 mg 3. Rinse fillets under cold water, pat dry. Carbohydrate 5 g 4. Combine Parmesan cheese, cornmeal, flour, pepper, Dietary Fiber 1 g Protein 25 g and paprika in plastic bag. 5. Shake fillets one at a time in bag to coat with cheese mixture. 6. Place fillets in baking dish. Drizzle oil over fillets. Bake about 10 minutes per inch thickness of fish or until fish is opaque when flaked. Fillets may need to be turned halfway through baking.
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Many individuals & families simply cannot part with their companion animals for long periods of time. As a result, it’s become much more common for pets to accompany their owners on vacations. A study by AAA & Best Western Int. found more than half of American pet owners take their cats & dogs with them when they travel. Pet owners traveling with their four-legged friends in tow can make the experience a fun & safe one by planning ahead. Be sure the pet is up-to-date with immunizations & bring documentation of those immunizations with you when traveling. Update any dated information on secure tags so pets can be returned promptly & safely should they become lost. Take frequent breaks on road trips to allow the pet to get some exercise & relieve itself. Some pets do not fly well & certain airlines no longer transport certain breeds in the cargo hold, so inquire before planning a getaway. If traveling outside of the country, recognize that some countries initially quarantine animals for a certain period of time to ensure the pet is in good health. Look for pet-friendly hotels & verify that pets are allowed.
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The Belvidere School District is now registering students (ages 3 and 4) for it’s Blended Preschool Program for 2016-2017. • Mix of tuition-based, at-risk, and special education students • Must be 3 years old by September 1 • Choice of morning or afternoon sessions • Tuition Students: $200 per month ($50 deposit) At-Risk Students: Free but must qualify ($110 registration fee) Special Education Students: Free ($110 Registration Fee)
At- Risk screenings will be May 20. Call (815) 544-9851 to reserve a time. To learn more visit www.district100.com or call (815) 544-0301
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CLIP & SAVE IRENE AUCTION COMPANY 111 W. 1ST STREET, BELVIDERE, IL SUNDAY, MARCH 6, 2016 - 1:00 PM
ITEMS: Guns, tools, furniture, collectibles, antiques and other miscellaneous items. Guns will be sold at Noon. SEE AUCTIONZIP.COM FOR COMPLETE LISTING & PICTURES OWNERS: B Koehn, C Spate, C Emling, P Larson, D Bennett, J Bruch. AUCTION TERMS: Cash, check, Visa/Mastercard w/5% convenience fee for use of credit card. Photo ID is required to register. Everything is SOLD AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties or guarantees of any kind implied or expressed. All sales are final. Announcements made day of auction supersede any printed matter. All settlements must be settled the day of auction. AUCTIONEER: KENNETH FREEMAN. 815-509-1222, 815-289-7904 AUCTIONEER LICENSE NUMBER: 441.002085
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SATURDAY, MARCH 5TH, 2016 RUNNING ONE RING ONLY! 9:00 AM Lunch By: Relish The Dog Comfort Station Available LOCATION: Boone Co. Fairgrounds, 8791 RT. 76 Belvidere, IL. 61008. Located in the Goat Barn near south end. Plenty of parking. Dress Accordingly! COINS, JEWELRY, ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, HOUSEHOLD, YARD & TOOLS, POSTCARDS, PROOF SETS, COIN BOOKS, CLOISONEE’, SATSUMA WARE, CINNABAR & MORE! SEE WEBSITE FOR COMPLETE LISTING!! Owners: R. Case, K. Nave, L. Kasberger, H. Zoellich, C. White, J. Bryson, K. Kowal, B. Schriver, F. Babashka, E. Carter & The Mildred Hetting Estate TERMS: Cash or checks w/proper I.D. Visa, Mastercard & Discover accepted. 9% Buyers Premium w/ 4% discount for cash or check. No property to be removed until settled for. All items sold “AS IS”. Number system will be used. Must have driver’s license for registration. Not responsible for accidents or items after purchase. Announcements day of sale prevail over written material.
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LEE AUCTION SERVICE Belvidere, IL, 61008 CELL (815) 988-0249 AUCTIONEER: Lyle Lee, License # 440.000200 WI # 2863-52 & Jeff Marrs # 441.001813 CLERKS & CASHIERS: Lee Auction Service Visit our website at www.leeauctionservice.com
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815-544-2401 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL: Belvidere Township Park District seeks to procure mowing services for a 2-year term beginning in 2016. Proposals will be accepted until 12PM March 31, 2016 at which time the proposals will be opened and read. Proposal packets can be obtained and submitted between the hours of 9AM - 5PM CST, Monday through Friday at Belvidere Park District Administration Office, 1006 W. Lincoln Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008. NEW 20’ EX SPEED LOADER, 14K Electric Tilt, $4,599; Fuel Trailers; New 6’x12’ V-Nose Ramp Door Cargo, $2,750; 2012 JD 3032E Compact Tractor, 128 Hours, with 2014 Loader, Bucket & Forks. 515972-4554. www.FortDodgeTrailerWorld. com (MCN)
HARDWOOD FLOORS: We install, sand and finish old and new hardwood floors. We also install laminates. 30 years experience. Free estimates. (You have called the rest, now call the best.) Robert’s Hardwood Floors, Bob 815-547-0407 or 815-761-1679. FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS looking for CDL drivers to haul livestock. Annual income opportunities of 55k – 70k, + sign on bonus. We are willing to work with your home schedule and offer a great Benefit Package for our Full-Time Drivers. Visit www.lynchlivestock.com or call Angie @ 563-776-3051 for more information. EOE (MCN)
112 Leonard Ct., Belvidere 815-544-2166
www.boonecountyshopper.com ALFALFA ORCHARD GRASS HAY: $2.50 small squares, large squares $45 each. Large bales of straw, $60. 815-985-5760.
HELP WANTED: Servers and Bartenders for Tropical Oasis Restaurant, Garden Prairie. 815-328-8644.
FRUIT TREES LOW AS $18. Blueberry, Grape, Strawberry, Asparagus, Evergreen & Hardwood Plants. FREE catalog. Woodstock Nursery, N1831 Hwy 95, Nellsville, WI 54456. Toll Free 888-8038733. wallace-woodstock.com (MCN)
CASH PAID for antique Harley Davidson, Indian or other American made motorcycles or related parts from 19001970. Any condition. Midwest collector will pick up anywhere. Phone 309-6454623 (MCN)
LIFE ALERT. 24/7. One press of a button sends help FAST! Medical, Fire, Burglar. Even if you can’t reach a phone! FREE Brochure. CALL 800-306-1404 (MCN)
EMERGENCIES CAN STRIKE at any time. Wise Food Storage makes it easy to prepare with tasty, easy-to-cook meals that have a 25-year shelf life. FREE SAMPLE. Call: 844-275-5400 (MCN)
!!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch. 1930-1980. Top Dollar paid!! Call Toll Free 1-866433-8277
KILL BED BUGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killers/KIT. Hardware Stores, The Home Depot, homedepot.com
ELECTRONICS COMPUTER VIRUS REMOVAL CALL FOR WINTER SPECIALS!
& Performance Tuning
Top Rated & Local Computer & Laptop Repair
MEET SINGLES RIGHT NOW! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 800-357-4970 (MCN) DOES YOUR AUTO CLUB offer no hassle service and rewards? Call Auto Club of America (ACA) & Get $200 in ACA Rewards! (New members only) Roadside Assistance & Monthly Rewards. Call 1-800-778-9184 (MCN) GET HELP NOW! One Button Senior Medical Alert. Falls, Fires & Emergencies happen. 24/7 Protection. Only $14.99/mo. Call NOW 1-888-840-7541 (MCN) WANTS TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201
FRESH CLEAN LOOK! Call Martin Johnson Interior House Painting, 815-547-4752 or 815543-3060. $14.99 SATELLITE TV. Includes free installation. High speed internet for less than $.50 a day. Low cost guarantee. Ask about our FREE IPAD with Dish Network. Call today 1-855-331-6646 (Not available in NE) (MCN) ACNE SUFFERERS: Clear your acne with all natural Acnezine! Eliminate the root cause of acne fast. No negative side effects of chemical treatments. Exclusive Trial Offer, Call: 855-402-7215 (MCN) MAKE A CONNECTION. Real People, Flirty Chat. Meet singles now! LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call: 1-888-909-9905 18+.
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815.762.3951
815-765-0300
Fully Insured
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$489,000 Old world charm! Caledonia 815-381-6881
John Dowd
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$350,000 2-Story | 4 BR Caledonia
Frank Wehrstein
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815-544-3530
dickersonnieman.com More listings available. Contact us for information.
$319,000
$299,900
3500 SF LG HOME ON 1+ ACRE
Caledonia - RANCH
Darlene Catalani
815-262-7257
815-544-8217
Barbara Fry
$269,500
$235,000
$183,000
$169,900
5 BR 3.5BA 3Car - Belvidere
2600 SF - Boone County
Poplar Grove - Easy Condo Life!
Nicely updated! Belvidere
815-222-9341
Neva Wilson
Johanna Hendrickson 815-378-8986 Jane Eurek
$155,000
$115,000
4BR, 2.5BA 2-Story - Belvidere Over 2000 SF - Poplar Grove
Christi Steines
815-509-9585
Audrea Thompson 815-978-2764
815-544-8217
Christi Steines
815-509-9585
$104,900
$89,900
4 BR Home - New Paint
3 BR w/Finished Basement
815-544-8217
Jane Eurek
Jane Eurek
Jared Fewell
815-544-8217
Let’s talk today to make Great Things Happen!™
$88,500
$79,900
Space & Charm - Garden Prairie 3 BR 1.5 Bath w/2.5-car garage 815-544-8217
Jane Eurek
Christi Steines 815-509-9585
$74,900
$59,900
3 BR Ranch - Belvidere
1456 SF - 4 Seasons
Donna Leone
815-544-8208
Kim Cooley
815-544-8212
$52,900
$45,500
$45,000
$37,900
3 BR, 2 Bath - 4 Seasons
3BR 2BA 56x28 Dbl Wide
Dbl Wide in Greenview Estates
815-540-7793
FOR RENT Belvidere 1,500 Sq. Ft. warehouse, office & overhead door. Greg, 815-494-9225.
HALL RENTAL
Includes: Choice of Potato; Coleslaw; Bread & Butter; And Coffee Carryouts & Curbside Pick Up
RAFFLE THIS FRIDAY!
900 Chrysler Dr., Belvidere 815-547-7216
FOR RENT, CAPRON: 3 bedroom, 1 bath, appliances included, $725/month plus security & utilities. 815-236-4937. $475-$550: 1 BEDROOM, 120 E. Madison. Very large, close to downtown. No pets. All utilities included. 630-780-1087.
1310 W. Lincoln Ave.
Weddings Anniversary Parties Birthdays Graduations Banquets Meeting Rooms
We can hold outside events too! For more information call
815-544-2014
BARRY T’S MODERNISTIC ENGRAVERS, LTD. Trophies, Plaques, Gifts
FOR RENT: 2 bedroom, 1 bath house, hardwood floors, large basement with washer/dryer. Patio leads to fenced in back yard, attached 2 car garage. $1,000/month plus security. No pets. 815-519-0000. LINDENWOOD APARTMENTS: Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath, central air, dishwasher, clean, quiet building. $675/month. Call 815547-5732
Women Of The Moose Present
Windy City Dueling Pianos
815-544-9576 FAX: 815-547-6117
CT’s Hobbies Comics, Cards, Games, Toys & More Monday Casual Magic 6-9 PM Wednesday Dungeons & Dragons 6 PM Thursday Force Of Will 6 PM Friday Magic Tournament 6:30 PM Saturday Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament 1 PM Saturday Modern Magic Tournament 6:30 PM Sunday Pokemon Tournament 1 PM
508 S. State St., Belvidere • 815-323-0098 Mon.-Thurs. 12 PM-7 PM; Fri. 12 PM-8 PM; Sat. 12 PM-8 PM; Sun. 12 PM-6 PM
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Traditional Fish Fry Cod, Perch, Walleye, Shrimp, or Chicken
VFW
FOR RENT, Belvidere: 2 bedroom, $625$675, security plus references. Security cameras on premises, 815-540-3295.
JUST IN CASE
THIS FRIDAY, 5-7 PM
815-544-8217
REMINDER
ALL NEW DUPLEX for rent: 2 bedroom plus loft, laundry hookup, off street parking, quiet neighborhood. Call 815988-1755, leave message.
Jane Eurek
Saturday, March 5th
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Brad Marinelli
Pork Chop Dinner ($6) Donkey Basketball 5 PM Kid’s 6 PM Begins Games ($1) ($6 & $8)
AMERICAN AMERICAN LEGION LEGION Fish Fish Fr Fry y
815-544-8212
North Boone High School
Kim Cooley
17823 Poplar Grove Rd., Poplar Grove
815-544-8212
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Parents Day Out Preschool Program Learning Centers • Faith • Music • Play Time
OPEN HOUSE Monday, March 14th 6:00-7:00 PM First United Methodist Church 610 Bonus Ave., Belvidere
815-544-3479
Register For Fall Classes Come Learn With Us! 119th Semi-Annual Rockford Area Coin Club
COIN, CLOCK & WATCH SHOW
Sunday, March 6th, 9 AM - 3 PM Forest Hills Lodge - 1601 West Lane Rd. (Rt. 173), Loves Park, IL (Enter off Rt. 173) Buy - Sell - Trade • FREE Admission
Dealer Tables Available, Contact Gail Tennant 815-654-2745 • GWTenn@comcast.net
Saturday, March 12th At The Belvidere Moose Lodge This will be a fun night with 2 pianos played by professional players who will sing & entertain everyone. There will also be adult orientated comedy and some audience participation. 15.00/pp • Open To The Public
$
A Plated Pasta Dinner Will Be Available From 5:30-8:00 PM For $8.00.
The Show Will Begin At 7:00 PM Tickets Available At The Door 575 Beloit Road, Belvidere or Call Bev 815-347-4306 or Kathy 815-703-2171
Guess Who’s Turning 98?
JAY HARDY
Jay will be turning 98
on March 25th. He will be celebrating with a card shower and would enjoy receiving your birthday greetings. Please send cards and greetings to: Jay Hardy, 4881 Johnson Ave., White Bear Lake, MN 55110
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“The Best Fish Fry In Town”
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FRIDAYS, 4 PM-7 PM
NOW THROUGH MARCH 18TH
ALL YOU CAN EAT
You Don’t Have To Go To Vegas To
BAKED OR HAND BEER BATTERED FRIED COD
WIN BIG! COME & PLAY! 5 MACHINES, MULTIPLE GAMES!
ADULTS - $9.50
BUCHANAN STREET PUB
(FAMILY DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE)
SENIORS (60+) - $8.50
111 Buchanan St., Belvidere • 815-547-1012 Sun. Through Tues. 11 AM - 2 AM, Wed. Through Sat. 6 AM - 2 AM
14th Anniversary Membership Special
$
Unlimited Golf for Three Years for only $49.00 per year!
Available For A Very Limited Amount Of Time!!! Don’t Miss Out!!!
OPEN OPEN TO TO THE THE PUBLIC! PUBLIC!
SERVED WITH MAC & CHEESE, FRENCH FRIES, COLESLAW, VEGETABLE, SALAD & DESSERT!
(ADDITIONAL $1 OFF FOR SENIORS FROM 4-5 PM)
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TAKE-OUTS AVAILABLE 320 LOGAN AVENUE, BELVIDERE
*
Friday, March 18th from 4-7 PM please join us for a Drive 4 UR School event at St. James School during the Fish Fry!!! It is as easy as driving around the block in a New Ford & $20 goes to the school!!*
per year
(plus a $10/yr admin fee)
* NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER WITH A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE AND VALID AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE. Ford Motor Company provides a donation of $20 per valid test-drive, up to 300 total test-drives, for a maximum total donation of $6,000 per event. Limit one (1) donation per household.
Friday, Feb. 5th, 7:00 PM
Dale Rhode & The Crossroads Band
Call Timber Pointe Golf Club
(815) 544 544--1935 Membership is Unlimited Green Fees For 3 Years
Country & Bluegrass
$5 With Purchase Of Meal or $8 Without
CALL NOW!
All Proceeds To Benefit Charitable Organizations
-- Come Early & Enjoy Our Famous --
Fish Fry Friday 5:30-7:30 PM Fish Fry & Music
* Unlimited Golf 7 Days Per Week!! Membership is Based on 3 years Just Great Golf At A Great Price!!
IN EIT T R RW A M DE AN BOONE V T EC L E
COUNTY BOARD DISTRICT 3
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Paid for by Martin Vanderweit, 500 Knoll Road., Belvidere
Tax Included
Fried Or Baked Cod, Fried Catfish
BELVIDERE MOOSE LODGE #295 575 Beloit Road, Belvidere • 815-544-9279
MARCH FEVER DEAL!
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XL 2 TOPPING PIZZA 10 WINGS & 2 LITER OF SODA
$
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Now Registering For Fall Of 2016
+ Tax. Expires 3-31-16
DINE IN • CARRY OUT DELIVERY • CATERING
1474 N. State, Belvidere
815-544-7777
Miss Mari’s Preschool
A fun & educational program including Math & Reading Readiness skills for 4 & 5 year olds.
Miss Mari’s Preschool 815-544-3867 or 815-544-2679
Open 7 Days A Week • www.bravospizza.com
• Served on Belvidere YMCA Board • Retired Ingersoll Milling Machine Co. Engineer of 42 Years • Managed Numerous Multi-Million Dollar Projects For The Automotive Engine Manufacturing Plants in The US, Canada And Mexico
“I will do the research necessary to make sound decisions in the best interest of Boone County” - Martin Vanderweit
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$ $
SPAGHETTI DINNER Saturday, March 12th, 4-7 PM
Help Support The 4-H Food Stand
Available 24 hours/7 days a week at www.BooneCountyShopper.com
$8 For Adults $5 for Children 10 & Under VFW Basement - 1310 W. Lincoln Ave. Sponsored By Leroy & County Line Granges
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MORE FUN & GAMES AND PAYOUTS!
The Boone County Republican Central Committee Presents
AN AFTERNOON WITH OUR 26TH PRESIDENT
THEODORE “TEDDY” ROOSEVELT
Thursday t • New Game Line-Up Nigh • Increased Payouts On
Sunday, March 20th at The Community Building 111 W. First Street, Belvidere
Regular Bingo • Lucky 13’s Are Back Weekly • Number Of Door Prizes Increased
Doors Open: 11:30 AM • Meal: 12:30 PM • Program: 2:00 PM Meal & Program: $40/Person • Program Only: $20/Person (Students $10) Reserved Table Seating 8: $350
Roast Beef w/ Carrots, Potatoes & Celery Chicken Breast Madeira w/ Fresh Mushrooms Fresh Green Beans w/ Parmesan Cheese • Au Gratin Potatoes Assorted Dinner Rolls • Hot & Cold Beverages • Sangamon Sand Tarts w/ Vanilla Ice Cream • Cash Bar
$8,050 CROSSFIRE JACKPOT! Doors Open At 4 PM Pre-Games Start At 5 PM Food & Full Bar Regular Bingo Available! Starts At 7 PM
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Ticket Sales Deadline is March 14, 2016. Questions contact Pat Murphy, 815-543-0957 or p.murphyinsservices@comcast.net or Ric Brereton, Brereton, Inc., 527 S. State St., 815-544-3180. Cash or Check only. Make Checks Payable to B.C.R.C.C. & mail: Pat Murphy, 520 Pearl St. #315, Belvidere, IL 61008
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
BELVIDERE MOOSE LODGE #295 575 Beloit Road, Belvidere
Paid for by The Boone County Republican Central Committee, Pat Murphy Chairman.
Maximum capacity 300; first come, first serve
PERSONAL WANT AD Deadline: No later than noon on Tuesdays, for Thursday publication. Must be paid in advance (cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover). Call The Boone County Shopper at 815-5442166 or visit our website at www. boonecountyshopper.com CAPITAL CLASSIC CARS Buying All European & Classic Cars. Any Condition. Any Location. Porsche, Mercedes, Jaguar & More! Top Dollar Paid. CapitalClassicCars.com Steve Nicholas 571282-5153 ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing, Finishing, Structural Repairs, Humidity and Mold Control. FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1-800640-8195 (MCN)
MARCH MADNESS = March Messy-ness! Is your vacuum ready? Bring it to Little Lloyd’s Vacuums, 301 N. State Street, Belvidere, 815-975-9761. LOWER YOUR TV, Internet & Phone Bill! Get Fast Internet from $15/mo - qualifying service. Limited Time. Plus, get a Free $300 Gift Card. 855-407-0796. !!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch. 1930-1980. Top Dollar paid!! Toll Free 1-866-433-8277 FULL AND PART TIME Help needed: Timber Pointe Golf Club is hiring experienced, reliable & fun bartenders & wait staff personnel. Flexible hours. Call 815-544-1935, Ext. #3 for appt. or email contact info to timberpointe@comcast.net
Capron Firemen’s Annual PANCAKE BREAKFAST
AMERICAN LEGION
Saturday, March 12th, 6 AM - Noon
THIS SUNDAY, MARCH 6TH
Chrysler Drive
CAPRON LION’S PARK
We Invite You To Our Annual
BREAKFAST
Sponsored By Boone County Fire Dist. 2 Firemen
Pancakes, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs & Beverage Donations Greatly Appreciated At The Door Sausage Will Be For Sale By The Pound THE FIREMEN THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We Pride Ourselves In Protecting Your Hometown & Dist. Since 1939 As A Fire Protection Dist. & Before That As The Capron Fire Dept.
Sunday, March 6th, 7 AM - Noon Menu: Eggs, Sausage, Pancakes, Toast, Milk And Coffee DONATIONS APPRECIATED
* Salmon, Regular Or Mediterranean
* Walleye
* Baked Cod, Regular Or Mediterranean
* Breaded Butterflied Shrimp Basket
ALL YOU CAN EAT (IN HOUSE ONLY)
Eggs (how you want them), Pancakes, Biscuits & Gravy, Sausage, Potatoes, Toast, Coffee & Juice Open to the Public 8 AM ’til 11 AM Children Under 12 Adults $7.00 $3.00
AHORA ACEPTAMOS INSCRIPCIONES PARA EL PRE-KINDER
Garden Prairie Dist. 2 Fire Station 9404 U.S. Hwy. 20, Garden Prairie
Feb. 10th - March 25th Come Enjoy Our Wide Variety Of Fish!
BREAKFAST
El distrito escolar de Belvidere esta aceptando ~ inscripciones para los estudiantes (de 4 anos) para su ~ programa Pre-Kinder para el ano escolar de 2016-2017. • Las clases están mezcladas con estudiantes que pagan una matricula, estudiantes en riesgo, y estudiantes de la educación especial ~ • Debe tener 3 anos de edad antes del 1 de septiembre • Puede elegir una clase de la mañana o de la tarde • Los estudiantes que pagan matricula: $200 cada mes ($50 de deposito) Los estudiantes en riesgo: Libre, pero tiene que calificar ($110 pago de inscripción) Los estudiantes de educación especial: ($110 pago de inscripción)
Evaluaciones para los estudiantes en riesgo serán el 20 de mayo. Llama (815) 544-9851 para hacer una cita. Para mas información visita www.district100.com o llama (815) 544-0301
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OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK, 6 AM TO 9 PM
www.chbuildersinc.com
Dr. r Thomas J. Ferrara & Assoc.
123 Meadow St. • Belvidere • 815-547-4155
BELVIDERE I 304 NORTH STATE STREET I 815-544-3431 ROCKFORD I 6410 EAST STATE STREET (INSIDE SCHNUCKS) I 815-397-2020 SOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY. NOT FOR USE WITH MOST INSURANCE PLANS.
FAMILYOPTICALCENTRE.COM
C&H
Design Center & Creative Flooring
6506 Logan Ave., Belvidere • (815) 547-8453
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ALAN BROWNE CHEVROLET
Where Chevys Are Less!
2006 Ford 500 SEL AWD Loaded, V6, AWD & Much More! WAS $6999
NOW 3999 $
*
2006 Dodge Stratus SXT
Auto, All Power Acc., Over 30 MPG! WAS $6999
NOW 4999 $
#5094B
*
#6056B
2005 Chevy Cobalt LT
2003 Chevy Silverado 1500
2006 Volkswagen Passat
WAS $6999
WAS $6999
WAS $9999
32 MPG, Auto & Clean, Looks Great!
NOW 4999 $
*
#9591A
Utility Truck, All Pwr., V6, Utility Boxes
NOW 4999 $
*
#9323AA
2007 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4 All Pwr., Auto, V6, Runs & Looks Great
Auto, Leather, Loaded, Really Nice!
NOW 7999 $
*
WAS $9999
NOW $7999* #6067B
#9570A
onic S y v e h C 2015
RS
P $22395
#9339 MSR
2005 Chevy Equinox LT
AWD, All Power Acc., Extra Clean!
2008 Chevy Cobalt LT
32 MPG, All Power Acc., Only 63K Miles WAS 11900 $
WAS $10999
NOW 8999 $
*
NOW 9900 $
#5012B
*
#6036A
2008 Chrysler T&C LX
Pass. Van, Really Nice & Clean, Great Value WAS $11995
NOW 9990 $
*
#9254A
2010 Chevy Malibu LS
2005 Jeep Liberty LTD 4X4
2009 Honda Accord LX-P
WAS $12995
WAS $12900
WAS $13995
Auto, All Pwr., Xtra Clean, Over 34 MPG,
NOW 10900 $
*
SUV, Loaded, Low Miles, V6, Clean
NOW 10900 $
#9226A
*
#5084A
KEITH VAVRA’S FEATURE OF THE WEEK!
All New 2016 Chevy Silverado #9613, 4x4, Crew Cab, All Star Edition, Front Buckets, Plus Pkg., MSRP $49665
IT’S AS EASY AS ABC!
$42896
**
NOW 11900 $
*
#9196A
WAS $11999
NOW $9999* #4898C
2010 Toyota Camry SE Auto, All Power., Alloys, 34 MPG WAS $15995
NOW $13900* #8637A
Y IT ’S AS EAS AS AB C
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MSRP $24
VROLET
10% OFF Par ts And Labor Max $51.49. Does not apply to shop charges or tax. Exp. 3-9-16
Y IT ’S AS EAS AS AB C
**
5 9 9 0 2 $
2LT a l a p m I y hevuede, Audio & NAV Pkgs., 2015nvC ., Safety, S
2006 Mercedes ML500
2014 Jeep Patriot Sport
4Matic. Lux. SUV, 4WD, Lthr., Sunroof
Factory Wnty., All Pwr. Acc., 37K Miles
NOW $15900* #9459B
NOW $15900* #5077B
WAS 17900
WAS 17900 $
$
2012 Chevy Colorado LT
2007 Chevy Tahoe LT 4X4
WAS $19900
WAS $19900
Ext.Cab, 4X4, Rare Truck In Great Shape!
NOW 17900 $
Alloys, Keyless, All Pwr. Incl. Seat!
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer ES
Sedan, 5 Spd Man. Tran., All Pwr., 30+ MPG
*
Loaded, New Body Style, Runs Great!
NOW 17900 $
#6000A
*
#8677
2008 Chevy Silverado 1500
2014 Chrysler T&C Touring
WAS $25900
WAS $25900
LTZ, Crew Cab, 4X4, Leather, Bose Sys.
2014 Volkswagen Passat TSi
2013 Toyota Camry SE Sedan
Loaded, Fender Stereo, Lthr.& More!
All Pwr., 4 Cyl., 34 MPG, Fact. Wnty.
NOW $16900* #5045A
NOW $17900* #4826A
WAS 18900 $
WAS $19995
2010 Cadillac CTS4
2014 Chevy Silverado 1500
WAS $23900
WAS $25900
Prem. Pkg., Loaded, Clean, AWD, NAV, S/R
NOW 21900 $
*
#9183A
2015 Chevy Traverse LS
All Pwr. Acc., Fact. Warranty & 6500 Miles!
NOW $22900* #6030B
WAS 31900
WAS 34900
4x4, All Pwr Acc! 3rd Row Seats, Sunroof
NOW $23900*#5060A
NOW $28900* #9562A
NOW $29900* #5047A
WAS 30900
$
**
$33429
2014 Chevy Silverado 2LT
All Pwr. Acc., V6, 5500 Mi., Bal. Of Wnty.
NOW $23900*#6058A
Y IT ’S AS EAS AS AB C
2012 Ford Expedition XLT EL
Lthr., V6, Loaded, Stow-n-Go Seating
$
#9440, Co 920 MSRP $37
2014 Dodge RAM 1500
Crew Cab, 4X4, All Pwr., Leather, 5.3L V8
Quad Cab, 4x4, Nice! Loaded, Road Ready
NOW $32900* #6001A
NOW $34900* #6039A
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On Rt. 23 In Genoa • 815-784-2511 www.chevys4less.com Hours: Monday - Thursday 9 am - 7 pm • Friday 9 am - 6 pm • Saturday 9 am - 3 pm
*Plus tax, title, license & doc. All Offers Expire 3-9-16. **Plus tax, title, license & doc. All incentives, rebates & discounts applied. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Pictures for illustration purposes only. Offers end 3-9-16.