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Boone County’s Largest & Most Read Publication Vol. 70 No. 28 August 11, 2016 69th Anniversary Year Published Every Thursday By Ed & Matt Branom - 112 Leonard Ct. - Belvidere, IL 61008

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I CLEAN HOMES and offices. I do all the cleaning myself, I charge $20 per hour, 2 hour minimum. Call 815-668-9668.

1217 Logan Ave., Belvidere • 815-547-5388 DRIVERS: CDL-A Dedicated. Excellent pay, $.50 cpm. $2,500 Sign On Bonus plus Drop Pay. Quarterly and annual bonuses. Excellent benefits package. 855-902-7681.

FOR SALE: 2010 Dodge Challenger, 5.7, new tires, 6 speed, Sirius radio, fuchsia, white leather heated seats, sunroof, $24,000 or best offer. 815-5438483.

See why millions trust us for Home & Auto. Lisa J Turbyville, Agent 163 Cadillac Ct Belvidere, IL 61008 Bus: 815-544-2103 lisa.turbyville.mdif@statefarm.com

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T C II PET GROOMING Weekly hours, call for an appointment. Professional groomer, 22 years experience. Garden Prairie. 815-597-1610.

BOB’S MASONRY: Brick, block, stone, chimney repair, tuck pointing, and new construction, call 815-703-6747. NEED PAINTING? Interior and exterior. Local family owned. Call All About Painting, 815-975-9692.

DRIVERS: Dedicated home daily. Dedicated round trip runs. CDL-A. 6 months OTR, good background. Apply online, www.mtstrans.com, MTS, 800305-7223. FOR SALE: Restaurant equipment, 630308-0045. HELP WANTED: HVAC Installer/Service Technician. Experience Necessary. Send resume to PO Box 253, Belvidere, IL 61008.

COMPUTER VIRUS REMOVAL and performance tuning. Top rated and local computer and laptop repair. AIDA Electronics, 13549 Julie Drive, Poplar Grove, 815-765-0300, aidaelectronics. com. HAY FOR SALE: 1st and 2nd cutting grass Alfalfa hay, no rain, can be delivered. 815-218-1757.

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Flag Football League LITTLE GIANTS: 1st - 2nd grade (co-ed) BANTAM: 3rd - 4th grade (co-ed) No thigh, knee or elbow pads will be allowed. Helmet & mouth guards are required. A limited number of helmets are available to purchase for $35. Helmet Fitting Day: Saturday, Aug. 27th, call to set up a fitting appt. Register Now - Aug. 27th Coaches Mtgs: Sat., Aug. 27th (call YMCA for times) Practice Begins: Week of Aug. 29th. Games: Sept. 17th - Oct. 29th Fee: Member - $70 Non-Member - $110 Team - $650 Teams: Maximum of 16 players can register for $650 & provide your own coach. The YMCA (Mike Leonard) must approve coach.

7 on 7 Flag Football League (5th & 6th Grade) League will emphasize the same skills as traditional leagues but with the advantage of all players being able to play skilled positions (quarterback, running back & receiving). Rules will be adopted to still have lineman blocking to hone those skills as well. This league will be exciting with alot of scoring & great defensive play. A limited number of helmets are available to purchase for $35. Helmet Fitting Day: Saturday, Aug. 27th, call to set up a fitting appt. Register Now - Aug. 26th. Coaches Mtg.: Sat., Aug. 27th (call YMCA for times) League Play: Sept. 17th - Oct. 29th Practice Begins: Week of Aug. 29th Fee: Member - $60 Non-Member - $90 Team - $575 Teams: Maximum of 10 players can register for $575 & provide your own coach. The YMCA (Mike Leonard) must approve coach.

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We have seen almost every kind of repair or accident. With each client, we have worked diligently to provide their vehicle with a long lasting, showroom finish with our professional collision repair services. While using a state of the art computerized measuring system, as well as the latest technology in uni body repair equipment and expert color matching, it is our goal to restore your vehicle to its factory vibrance with a perfect repair. We will give your vehicle a clear coat finish in order to protect the new paint from the environmental elements and sun damage.

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740 West Locust St., Belvidere 815-547-1011 • www.jackbarnesautomotive.com HELP WANTED: Looking for reliable help for landscaping and tree work. Need driver’s license, CDL a plus, if no license, no need to apply. J&A Lawns, 815544-4993.

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DIXON AUTO SALES 1348 Fairgrounds Rd., Belvidere 815-975-9546 • www.dixonautosales.com

WE WILL SEE YOU AT THE FAIR! Our Tent Is South Of The Swine Barn Need A Truck? We Are Your Local Penske Truck Rental Agent.

‘10 DODGE RAM 1500 Crew Cab Laramie, 4x4, One Owner With Only 61,908 Miles, 5.7L HEMI V8, Heated & Cooled Leather Seats, Chrome Wheels, Side Steps, Touch Screen Radio, Loaded, White $

Experienced Automotive Technician Wanted.

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FEATURES OF THE WEEK

Only 78,770 Miles On This One Owner, Black Leather Bucket Seats, Power Windows, Doors, Mirrors, Black On Black $

‘06 Pontiac Grand Prix 3.8L V6, 84,238 Mi., Full Pwr., Pwr. Driver’s Seat, Air, Cruise, Alum. Wheels

‘02 Pontiac Grand Am SE 2 Dr. 1 Owner, 95,847 Mi., 2.2L 4 Cyl., Auto, CD Player, Pwr. Locks, Spoiler, Red

$6,995*

$4,995*

8,595*

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11,995*

We Service All Makes & Models 110 E. Lincoln • Call For Appointment • 815-544-7794

‘09 Mercury Mariner 4X4 52,289 Mi., 3.0L V6, Full Power, Power Sunroof, Tow Package, Alum. Wheels

‘14 Ford F150 STX Sport 4x4 Local 1 Owner, 14,685 Mi., 5.0L V8, Pwr. Wdw./Locks/Mirrors, Bk. Up Cam., Tow Pkg.

$13,495*

$26,995*

‘04 Buick LeSabre Custom 1 Owner, 62,042 Mi., 3.8L V6, Auto, Htd. Leather 40/20/40 Seats, Full Pwr.

Only Butitta Family Owned & Operated Repair Facility In Belvidere Member Of The Belvidere Chamber Of Commerce

$7,295*

*Plus doc fee, tax, title and plates.

When you have the right financial advisor, life can be brilliant. What matters most to you in life? It’s a big question. But it’s just one of the many questions I’ll ask to better understand you, your goals and your dreams. All to help you live confidently – both today and well into the future.

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Registered Broker/Dealer, offering securities products and services: COUNTRY® Capital Management Company, 1705 N. Towanda Avenue,Bloomington, IL 61702-2222, P.O. Box 2222, tel (866) 551-0060. Member FINRA and SIPC. Investment management, retirement, trust and planning services provided by COUNTRY Trust Bank®. 0415-552HC-02702-9/17/2015

J&L TREE REMOVAL: Trimming, brush removal. Free estimates, fully insured. Cheapest rates around. 815281-2351, 815-281-2352. FOR SALE: 1950’s Farmall Cub with 60” belly mower, runs perfect, $1,400 or best offer. 815-543-8483. 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) A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation’s largest senior living referral service. Contact our trusted, local experts today! Our service is FREE/no obligation. CALL 1-800442-5148 (MCN) FULLER BRUSH CO. Distributors Needed. Start your own Home Based Business! Looking for people to earn extra money servicing people in your areas. No investment required. Call 800882-7270 www.joannefullerlady.com (MCN)

It’s never too early No matter what stage of life you’re in, it’s never too early to start planning for retirement. Together we can help you work towards a better future. Call today.

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

Gerald Kenney LUTCF Financial Representative 114 W Lincoln Ave Belvidere, IL 61008-3210 countryfinancial.com/gerald.kenney gerald.kenney@countryfinancial.com

(815)547-7305

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

TRAILER SALE! 7’X14’ 14,000lb. Dump trailer $135 month; 6’X12’ V-nose ramp door $75 month; 8.5’X20’+4’ 14,000lb. skidloader trailer $110 month. 150 trailers in-stock. Trailer repairs and 100’s of parts & tires in-stock. Inventory prices: www.FortDodgeTrailerWorld.com/Trailersinstock.html 515-972-4554 (MCN)

WANTS TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 ENJOY YOUR OWN THERAPEUTIC walk-in luxury bath. Get a free in-home consultation and receive $1,750 OFF your new walk-in tub! Call Today!!! (800) 987-1543

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We Deliver Feed For All Your Animals Throughout Boone County! Locally Owned By Curt & Anita Luckey

We Carry High Quality Brands....

GOOD LUCK AT THE BOONE COUNTY FAIR!

1595 South Bell School Rd. Cherry Valley, IL 61016 815-332-7665 cherryvalleyfeedandsupplies.com

Wayne & Kathy Emanuel Memorial Bench My family purchased a memorial bench near the Grandstand for my Father (Wayne) when he passed in 2010. My Father & Mother both worked and enjoyed the Fair for many years. This year my Mother (Kathy) passed. We refurbished the bench and added my Mother’s name.

COMPLETE TREE SERVICE Removal & Trimming, Cleanup & Stump Grinding

CONCRETE / BRICK WALKWAYS PATIOS / RETAINING WALLS INSTALLATION OF QUALITY FREE ESTIMATES • FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED LANDSCAPING MATERIALS / MULCH 815-544-4993 EST. 1985 SOD & SEEDING / FENCES JEFF SAWALLISCH - OWNER LAWN MOWING / LANDSCAPE DESIGN Visit Us Online At www.JALAWN.com

Please enjoy the Fair & relax on their bench!

The Emanuel Family

AUTOMATED WATERERS FOR LIVESTOCK! Tired Of Carrying Buckets Or Frozen Hoses? CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE TODAY! OTHER • Water SERVICES: • Sewer

• Demolition • Excavation

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TRUCK DRIVERS. CDL-A Company Drivers and Owner Operators. Great pay and benefits. Driver friendly. All miles paid. Many bonuses. Home when needed. Nice equipment. Paid weekly. WWW. MCFGTL.COM Call now 507-437-9905 (MCN)

Dressage Trainer Available Available To Teach Lessons and/or Clinics To All Breeds/Levels Reasonable At Your Location Rates! 25+ Years Experience USDF Silver Medal 2002 On Self-Trained Horses

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LIVING WITH KNEE OR BACK PAIN? Medicare recipients may qualify to receive a pain relieving brace at little or no cost. Call now! 844-668-4578 (MCN)

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Gateway Center Branch 1988 Gateway Center Dr. Belvidere

Schnucks Loves Park 1810 Harlem Rd. Loves Park

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Roscoe Branch 5023 Rockrose Ct. Roscoe

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815.398.6500 w w w. b a n k a l p i n e . c o m

Protect the home you love.

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Thank You!

If you need home coverage, I can help. I live and work right here in our community. I know what the homes are like in the area. So I can offer advice you can trust to help you get the protection that ﬁts your needs. If you’re ready to talk home insurance or need some advice about protecting all that’s important to you, call me today.

To All Who Donated To Our “Friends Helping Friends”

David Mace 815-547-6008

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We Truly Appreciate Your Help. Dave & Wendy Busche

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Have Fun & Be Safe At The Fair This Week!

Debbie Carlson REALTOR=Broker, GRI

2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, Partially Finished Basement, 1 Car Garage, Nice Fenced In Yard. Can’t Make The Open House? Call 815-547-5955 For Showing

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For those among the latter group, it’s important to understand that many retirees find themselves bored once they no longer have to focus on a career. Jobs keep men and women busy and provide a sense of purpose in their lives, so it’s understandable that retirees feel bored once those jobs are no longer a part of their lives. But just because you no longer have an office to go to every day does not mean life cannot be as fulfilling or even more fulfilling than it was when you were still working. You just need to find something to avoid succumbing to retirement boredom. • Work part-time. Though it might seem odd to start working right after you retire, a part-time job can provide the type of structure you have grown accustomed to without all of the responsibility that comes with a full-time career. Part-time jobs can range from consultancy work that makes use of your professional experience to something entirely different like landscape maintenance at a nearby golf course that gets you out of the house and enjoying the warmer seasons. Whichever you choose, make sure it’s something you find fun and interesting. • Embrace a new hobby. Working professionals often say they wish they had time to pursue a hobby. Now that you are retired, you have all the time in the world to do just that. Whether it’s perfecting your golf game, writing that novel, learning to cook like a gourmet chef or whatever else you might have always wanted to do, retirement is a great time to do it. • Get in shape. If retirement boredom has started to negatively affect your mood, one great way to conquer your boredom and improve your mood at the same time is to start exercising. Exercise is a natural mood enhancer. When the body exercises, it releases chemicals known as endorphins, which trigger positive feelings in the body. In addition, regular exercise has been shown to reduce stress, boost self-esteem and improve sleep. Working out at a gym also is a great way to meet fellow retirees in your community, and the energy you have after exercising may give you the boost you need to pursue other hobbies. There are many local gyms to choose from like the Belvidere Family YMCA. • Volunteer. If a part-time job is not up your alley, then consider volunteering in your community. Volunteers are always in demand, and volunteering with a local charity can provide a sense of purpose and provide opportunities to meet like-minded fellow retirees, all while helping to quell your boredom. Retirees who love to travel can combine their passion for volunteering with their love of travel by signing up to work with an international relief organization that travels abroad to help the less fortunate. Upon retiring, many retirees initially find themselves coping with boredom. But there are many ways to avoid the restlessness of retirement.

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Our mission is to celebrate one’s life and help families navigate the journey of loss with a sense of hope. One of the most painful events we experience in life is the loss of a loved one. At Anderson Funeral and Cremation Services, we believe that finding an appropriate and meaningful way to celebrate your loved one’s life while giving thanks to God for their life is the necessary foundation to healing. - Stephen Anderson

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DISPILL Medication Packaging System

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We Offer A Worry-Free SelfMedication System To Prevent Your Loved One From Missing Medications Or Taking Too Much. Filled Directly By Our Pharmacist, So There Are No Mistakes. Your Co-Pay Is The Same Anywhere You Go. So Why Not Support Your Local Pharmacy?

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Enjoy The Life You Deserve! This Month’s Healthy Recipe Individual Apple Pies This recipe is courtesy of University Of Illinois Extension Ingredients • 1/2 of 1 refrigerated pie crust • 3 cups peeled, chopped apples (about 2 large) • 1 tablespoon flour • 1 tablespoon Splenda • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon • Cooking spray

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 375o. Spray a 6-muffin baking pan with cooking spray. 2. Warm pie crust to room temperature. Roll out to a rectangle, about 16” by 12” 3. Using a 3-1/2 inch diameter round cookie cutter or cup, cut 6 circles from 1/2 of the pie crust. Refrigerate remaining half of crust for later use. Place 1 pie crust circle in each muffin pan well, easing it to fit. 4. Blend flour, Splenda a & cinnamon in bowl. Toss apples with dry mixture. 5. Place 1/2 cup apple mixture in each muffin well. Bake for 30-40 minutes until apples are tender.

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Belvidere Funeral Home Inc.

BOONE COUNTY

203 Logan Ave., Belvidere

Family Owned & Operated Since 1906 Colin A. Jensen - Funeral Director

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Whether retirement is on the horizon or has already begun, more free time equates to an increased opportunity to fill your days with enjoyable activities. Individuals facing busy schedules are often forced to push hobbies to the sidelines, as more pressing things, such as a job, household responsibilities, and parenting tasks, are accomplished. Once retirement arrives, a newfound freedom in your schedule may occur, and there can be plenty of hours to devote to the hobbies and pastimes you find enjoyable. According to research, hobbies can have many benefits. They may serve as an emotional outlet or a way to relax. Hobbies can keep the mind and hands active. They also allow for quiet time and mind wandering -- which can free up creative thinking. Hobbies can also serve as a means to connecting with people and opening up new groups of friends. There are many hobbies you can consider, depending on physical health and abilities. Starting a hobby - When deciding on a hobby, you can first take an inventory of your skills and interests. If you have always been handy around wood and construction, perhaps a woodworking hobby will be enjoyable and also may work as a source of income revenue. Other activities that require the use of the hands and mind include knitting, needlepoint, painting, puzzles, quilting, scrapbooking, and crocheting. These can keep the mind active and improve dexterity and fine motor skills. Next, you may want to consider the costs surrounding a hobby. While something like taking photos may have relatively low costs, collectibles, exotic sports, sports cars, and travel could become expensive. It’s important to ensure that you will be financially comfortable while engaging in this particular hobby. Explore what your friends are doing. If you want to get into a new hobby, ask neighbors and friends what they do to keep busy -- and try it out. You just may find that you’re naturally inclined to do this type of activity and enjoy it. Visit a local hobby shop or craft store and browse through the aisles. See where your attention is drawn and give that activity a try. Call the Boone County Council on Aging, 815-544-9893 for weekly activities such as Painting with Donna, Bobbin Lace and Afternoon Quilters. Other pastimes - A hobby can take the form of volunteer work, teaching, mentoring, joining a martial arts class, taking classes at a college, and even caring for a pet. If you are the type who likes to interact with other people instead of engaging in a solitary hobby, consider one of these types of activities instead. Once a hobby is started, it is not set in stone. If you find you do not feel motivated to do this hobby, try something else. Remember, the days are now yours to fill, so maximize time spent with activities you can enjoy.

Making The Most Of Small Living Spaces Tiny houses are a recent phenomenon and have spurred many businesses - from builders to decorating experts looking to connect with consumers who want to go small. The small house movement advocates for living simply in small homes, some of which are as small as 100 sq. ft. Although living in a tiny house is not for everyone, many people prefer small-space living to living in larger, more spacious homes and apartments. For those looking to make the most of their small living spaces, there are ways to make such living arrangements feel larger. • Light is your friend. Establish adequate lighting in a room that includes at least three working lights. Varied light sources from different angles will eliminate dark corners and shadows that can make a space feel smaller. • Make use of vertical space. Homes where space is at a premium may have limited storage areas. An oftenoverlooked storage option is vertical space. Space above doors, shelving, and cabinetry are ideal storage places. • Choose light-colored paint. Choose lighter hues for furnishings and wall colors. You do not have to limit this to white (unless landlords require white walls). Pale colors will help reflect light and can make the room seem larger. • Conceal the clutter. If you cannot keep personal belongings to the utmost minimum in a home, experiment with clever ways to keep items out of sight. Furniture that serves dual purposes can help with this task. Storage ottomans will conceal small toys or linens and provide seating options. A dresser can be used as a dining room buffet piece. Furniture with built-in, hidden storage is well worth the investment when living spaces are limited. • Create dual-purpose rooms. Lack of space means getting creative with the space you do have. A nook in your bedroom can be devoted to a miniature home office. Perhaps you can establish a crafting center in a portion of your laundry room. Garages have long served as catch-all spaces in homes. Apart from storage, they can be subdivided for home gyms or even a place to gather and watch a ball game. • Hang mirrors to “expand” rooms. Mirrors can trick the eye into believing there is more space in a room. Hanging them throughout your home can make spaces seem larger. • Think about built-in furniture. Traditional furniture may not be practical for small spaces and can waste a lot of room. Custom-built furniture is often the way to go to maximize the area you do have. • Work with a designer. If you’re having difficulty making a small space work for you, consult with an interior designer or a contractor for some ideas.

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5 Foods For The Over 50 Crowd Men and women must alter their diets as they age. Portion sizes that young adults might have been able to get away with must shrink when those same men and women enter their 30s. And as thirty-somethings head into their 40s, what’s on the plate requires more careful consideration than it might have a decade ago. The same goes for men and women over 50, who must take steps to reduce their risk for heart disease, stroke and diabetes. One of the easiest ways to do just that is to eat healthy foods. The following are five flavorful and healthy foods tailor-made for the over 50 crowd. 1. Apples: Apples definitely qualify as a superfood, helping reduce cholesterol by preventing plaque buildup in the blood vessels and, as a result cutting an individual’s risk of diabetes considerably. In fact, a recent study published in the British Medical Journal found that eating at least two servings of apples per week can reduce a person’s risk of type 2 diabetes by as much as 23 percent. Apples also make for a great source of fiber, potassium and vitamin C. 2. Blueberries: Blueberries help men and women maintain healthy blood sugar levels because they are high in soluble fiber, which lowers cholesterol while slowing the body’s uptake of glucose. And despite their relatively small size, blueberries contain more fiber, vitamins and minerals per ounce than any other fruit. 3. Broccoli: Though broccoli might not have been your best friend during childhood, you may want to cozy up to this powerful green vegetable now that you have cracked the half-century mark. Broccoli is loaded with vitamin C. A single 3.5 ounce serving of broccoli contains more than 150 percent of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C, which can shorten the duration of the common cold. In addition, a 2013 British study published in Medical News Today found that broccoli may help prevent osteoarthritis, a degeneration of joint cartilage and the underlying bone that is most common from middle age onward. A similar study from researchers at New York’s Roswell Park Cancer Inst. published in the same publication 6 years earlier found that just 3 servings of broccoli per month can decrease bladder cancer risk by as much as 40 percent. 4. Fava Beans: Fava beans are cholesterol-free and low in fat. Fava beans also may provide cardiovascular benefits and help men and women maintain healthy weights. Fava beans are considered “nutrient-dense,” a term used to describe lowcalorie foods that boast lots of nutrients, and are an excellent source of vitamin B1, which is important for nervous system function and energy metabolism. 5. Oatmeal: Another food that might never make youngsters’ lists of their favorite foods, oatmeal is nonetheless a healthy option at the breakfast table. Oatmeal is loaded with soluble fiber, which can reduce cholesterol levels and subsequently reduce a person’s risk of heart disease. Also low in calories, oatmeal can help men and women maintain a healthy weight. Those who find oatmeal a tad too bland for their tastes can double on their superfoods by adding some blueberries into the mix, making their breakfast more flavorful and more healthy.

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Opening Friday, August 26th Simple Ways To Maintain Your Mental Acuity

Many people know that a combination of a healthy diet and routine exercise is the best way to maintain their physical health. But what about mental well-being? Memory lapses are often assumed to be an accepted side effect of aging, but such an assumption is incorrect, as there are many steps you can take to maintain your mental acuity well into your golden years. • Find time for cardiovascular exercise. Cardiovascular exercise can help maintain healthy weights and reduce your risk for potentially deadly ailments like diabetes and heart disease. But cardiovascular exercise also can boost brain power. Cardiovascular exercise pumps oxygen-rich blood to the brain, and that blood contains glucose that can fuel brain cells. Cardiovascular exercise also strengthens blood vessels, which can help prevent potentially devastating diseases, such as stroke, that can have a lasting and negative impact on cognitive function. • Find time for friends and family. Many people need no reason to socialize, but those that do can now cite boosting brain function as a great reason to get together with family and friends. Routine socialization can keep a brain sharp by reducing its levels of cortisol, a potentially destructive hormone brought on by stress. • Squeeze in a nap every so often. Naps can have a reenergizing effect, but a study from German researchers also found that naps also can improve memory. In the study, researchers divided participants into three groups: People who would stay awake for 60 minutes; people who would sleep for six minutes; and people who would sleep for 30 to 45 minutes. After the hour was up, participants were given a word recall test, and those who slept performed better on the test than those who hadn’t. But the development that was perhaps most interesting was that those who slept for just six minutes performed just as well on the test as those who slept for far longer, leading researchers to suggest that men and women need not take long naps to improve their memories. • Include fish in your diet. A study from researchers at Chicago’s Rush University Medical Center found that people who eat fish once per week have a 60 percent lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease than those who do not include fish in their weekly diets. Researchers credit this lower risk to DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid that is found in both the brain and in fish such as salmon and tuna.

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Participating In The 4-H Auction? Thank Your Purchaser In The Boone County Shopper Issue Of Aug. 18th or Aug. 25th Business Card Size Ads Starting At $43.20 Deadline Is Noon On Monday. Ads Can Be Placed In Person Or Over The Phone.

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Have A Great Time At The Area’s Best Fair! Jane Eurek 815-544-8217

Kim Cooley 815-544-8212

Manager

Joe Eurek 815-544-8216

Memory Café In partnership with Northwoods Care Centre/Maplecrest Care Centre, Rockford University, Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter and Malgorzata K. Bach, MD, Rockford Health Systems, the Boone County Council on Aging is hosting Memory Café meetings at The Steam Plant Restaurant in Belvidere. The purpose of the Memory Cafe is to provide knowledge, understanding and education about memory loss in a relaxed atmosphere. The meeting will be held in the meeting room at The Steam Plant Restaurant. Meetings will be held on the third Tuesday of the month. The next meeting is Tuesday, August 16th, at 6:00 PM. At The Steam Plant Restaurant, 123 Meadow St., Belvidere. For more information regarding this program, contact the Boone County Council on Aging at 815-544-9893.

Call One Of these Boone County Real Estate Specialists TODAY!

Donna Leone 815-262-5546 4452 Squaw Prairie Rd, Belvidere, IL 61008 tel: 815.547.6377 • fax: 815.547.3857 www.maplecrestcare.com

Chris Oysti 815-544-8218

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FOR RENT: Belvidere, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath ranch duplex. Appliances, full basement, central air, 1 car garage. No smoking, no pets, $850/month, deposit, references. 815-544-6129. FOR RENT: 3 or 4 bedroom home, 1 bath, dishwasher, porch, deck, fenced in yard, central air, washer and dryer hookup. No garage. $900/month plus security. Call 815-703-9515. LINDENWOOD APARTMENTS: Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath, central air, dishwasher, clean, quiet building. $675/month. Call 815547-5732 NEWLY REMODELED 2 bedroom, appliances, security cameras, no pets, $650/month plus security. Call 815-5403295.

*EVENING ESTATE AUCTION* In Order To Settle The Estate Of James & Dorothy Bishop, The Following Items Will Be Sold At Auction To The Highest Bidder At No Reserve Located At 612 Russell Rd., Dekalb, IL. Watch For Almburg Auction Signs off Hillcrest. Near the campus of Northern.

THURSDAY EVENING AUGUST 18th STARTING AT 5:30 PM * Quality Furniture * Household items * Tools * Antiques • Quality Furniture • Collectibles • Tools • Games Lots of great hand tools, power tools; hardware items; yard & garden tools; patio set; power cords, White self-propelled lawn mower w/bag; storage shelves; ladders; Black & Decker electric 18” lawn mower; like new Craftsman 3 h.p. power edger; Craftsman 16 gal. shop vac; beach chairs; several 4 & 5 drawer file cabinets; heavy duty wire shelves; several bookcases; several steel shelves; love seats; walnut formal dining room table w/6 carved back matching chairs; double glass door china display cabinet; triple door china hutch; side tables; & many more items of interest All items must be removed that evening. We will stay as long as needed after the auction so you can get the items out. Take a look at the pictures on the website www.almburgauctions.com Terms: 5% Buyers Premium on all items sold. Credit cards, cash or check only on sale day. Not responsible for accidents injury or theft. Estates of James & Dorothy Bishop

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FOR RENT: Town home in Poplar Grove, just completely renovated, flooring and paint. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage, all appliances. $1,000/month, garbage pick up, lawn maintenance and snow removal included. 815-703-0048. FOR RENT: 2 bedroom duplex, newly remodeled bathroom, non smoking, no pets, $600/month. 608-604-0791. GORGEOUS 4-5 BEDROOM HOMES for rent, Belvidere. Call 815-871-4642. A & G HAULING and clean up. Clean out garages, basements, etc. Reasonable rates. You call, we haul! Arnie 815-2227072, or Gary 815-979-1075. HORSESHOER AVAILABLE: Call or text for details, 815-988-7348.

Donald Loos 815-719-6908 BELVIDERE: $1,250/MONTH: 2 story house, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, garage, finished basement, remodeled and updated, freshly painted. Stainless steel appliances with washer and dryer. Fenced in yard with patio, A/C, lots of storage. Close to school. Renter pays utilities. Credit check performed. Available 8/26/16. 847-934-3934 or suemeyer51@yahoo.com. DRIVERS, CO AND O/OP’S: Earn great money running dedicated! Great benefits. Home weekly. Monthly bonuses. Drive newer equipment! 855582-2265.

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MOTEL REAL ESTATE AUCTION 2ND OPEN HOUSE DATE: SATURDAY, AUG. 20TH TIME: 12-3 PM LOCATION: 22116 W Grant Hwy. (Rt. 20) Marengo IL.

Auction Date: August 27, 2016 Goad Auction has been commissioned to auction off Sunset Motel in Marengo on Rt. 20, The motel has 10 rooms including; year old TV’s and air cond., beds & linens, which can be rented out by the day, week, month, this is a great opportunity to have an at home business the Motel also consists of living quarters w/2 bedrooms, bath, kitchen (eat in), living room, the property is sitting on a 1-acre corner lot, zoned commercial, the billboard has a yearly income. Owner will consider doing a land contract. Save This Date Auction Date: Saturday, August 27, Time: 1:00 Auctioneers Note: Everything in the Motel will be sold, for more information contact Goad Auction at 815-765-2299, Auctioneer: Robert O. Goad 815-765-2299 or 815-739-6454. Auctioneers: Robert O. Goad IL Lic. 440.0000586 815-765-2299, 815-943-9517 or 815-739-6454

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FAIR DAYS 2016 Stop In Our Office For A FREE Quote & Giveaways! Gwen Brooks, Agent 5995 E. Chrysler Dr. Belvidere, IL 61008-5680 (Enter On Crystal Pkwy.) Bus: 815-544-6633 www.gwenbrooksinsurance.com gwen@gwenbrooksinsurance.com Se habla Español

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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - August 11, 2016 MEGA ANTIQUE AND GARAGE SALE: Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9AM-5PM 3505 Olive Drive, off of Spring Creek and Beloit Road. Furniture; vintage bike; jewelry; glassware; crocks; old toys; dolls and wigs; primitives; trunks; vintage clothes; linens; quilt material; buttons; books; Christmas; 35’ 5th wheel Carriage Cameo LX1; Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel truck and miscellaneous.

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ESTATE SALE: Hosted by Salvaged By Sonya. 3193 Partridge Lane, Belvidere (Just north of the Boone County Fairgrounds). Antique train set; vintage Boone County Fair memorabilia; Ducks Unlimited; EZ Go golf cart; Craftsman rolling tool carts; scaffolding; fishing equipment; Lane cedar chest; wood carved ducks; antique curved glass curio cabinets; antique Tootsie toys; roof top car carrier; Sanborn air compressor and so much more! Friday and Saturday 9AM-4PM. Numbers at 7:30AM both days. For details and pictures, go to www.estatesales.net.

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GARAGE SALE: 961 W. Perry, Belvidere. Friday, Saturday 9AM-5PM, Sunday 12PM-5PM. Household items; home decor; freezer; furniture; gas stove top; new items daily. GARAGE SALE: Friday and Saturday 8AM-4PM. 13396 County Line Road, Garden Prairie. Roll top desk; lamps; pictures and frames; kitchenware; books and books on tape; purses; shoes; clothes; yarn; material

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OUR ANNUAL TIMBERLANE garage sales will be Friday and Saturday 8AM-4PM, off Orth Road, between Caledonia Road and Route 76. We have exercise equipment; Nordic Climber; 4 kid’s bikes; paintball equipment; utility trailer; scrapbook supplies; furniture, including dining and kitchen sets, antique bedroom set; toy boxes; old trunks; TV stand; many housewares; rugs; runners; much vintage; antiques, including clocks Catholic last Rights box; teen girl’s and twin boy’s clothing; double stroller; baby gear; bisqueware to paint and much miscellaneous. GARAGE SALE: 9526 Denver Drive off Poplar Grove and Squaw Prairie Road, Belvidere. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 8AM-4PM. Three wheel scooter; furniture; electronics; dolls, cars and furniture for Monster High and Barbie; books; games; DVDs; men’s suits; women’s and kid’s clothing; collectibles; crystal; depression glass; cobalt blue dishes; large collection of jewelry; kitchenware and more.

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112 Leonard Court, Belvidere • 815-544-2166 • Mon.-Fri. 8-5 GARAGE SALE: 505 Taylor Ridge, Belvidere. Friday, August 12th, 8AM4PM. Furniture; household goods; clothing; pictures; more. MONSTER GARAGE SALE: August 10th-August 12th, 8AM-? 12165 Caledonia Road, Belvidere. Tools; signs; trailer and hitches; housewares; linens; snowblower; lamps; cut glassware; fishing poles and reels; lots of vintage items.

Belvidere Collectible Coins We Buy Gold & Silver Jewelry, Coins, Silverware And Diamonds

WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT THE BOONE COUNTY FAIR! Make sure you stop by our tent to say “Hi”, pick up some goodies and register to win some GIFT CARDS!!

10% MORE

For Your Jewelry With This Ad.

We Also Sell Gold & Silver Coins! Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM - 5 PM, Saturday, 10 AM - 4 PM

880 Belvidere Rd. 815-547-7111

1204 N. State Street, Belvidere 6252 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park

We Need Your Help To Keep... BOONE COUNTY SAFE!

815-547-7867

www.boonecountycrimestoppers.com

Linda Blum

Preschool For All Openings Available SCREENINGS

Doug Proudfoot Agency

815-547-4747

Thank you to everyone who helped me celebrate 50 years of Hair Styling in Belvidere! A very special thanks to Mike & Christy Lepart for hosting the Open House in my honor. Continuing one day at a time, the Good Lord willing!

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

will be held the week of August 15th Please call for details & to set up a screening appt. Appointments must be made prior to screening date. Preschool For All is a free program funded by the State of Illinois.

got kidz? Child Care 531 S. Main St., Belvidere 815-547-6900 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 6:30 AM - 6 PM

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HIDDEN TREASURES ESTATE SALE

BINGO EVERY TUESDAY Starting August 23rd St. James Catholic School 320 Logan Avenue, Belvidere

By Janet

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

FRI. & SAT. 9 to 3 Aug. 19th & 20th 415 E. Lincoln, Belvidere

4:30 Doors Open • 6:30 Bingo Starts Food & Beverage Available For Purchase

Pre-Games - Lucky 13s, Dash For Cash & Lightning Pull Tabs Available All Night Featuring - Double Action Progressive & Skunkz Punch Cards Available - Play 9 Weeks & 10th Week FREE (9 Pack)

Victorian 3 Story Home Packed With Original Victorian Lamps * Furniture * Artwork * Vases * Crystal * Musical Instruments * Vintage * Smalls * Tools * Fine Quality HiddenTreauresIL.com

SAVE MONEY & PLAY ALL NIGHT ON A PACKAGE DEAL! For More Information Call Anthony Dini at 815-520-1251

Do You Know Who This Is?

GARAGE SALE: Electrical supplies, must go! Much miscellaneous. Lots of residential and some commercial and 3 phase. Cash only, 1 day! 8AM-1PM, Friday, August 12th. 1505 9th Avenue, Belvidere.

Call And Wish Her A Happy Birthday

GARAGE SALE: Little bit of everything! August 11th, 12th, and 13th, 8:30AM4:30PM. 1049 9th Avenue. YARD SALE: Friday 3PM-7PM, Saturday 8AM-2PM. Antiques; primitives; industrial items; furniture; house plants; tools; garage/man decor; household and kitchen items; women’s clothing, like new, size M-L, all name brand; primitive holiday decorations; toys. Lemonade stand to raise money for Lyme disease. 405 West Edson Street, Poplar Grove.

August 17th 2016

Happy Birthday! Love, Your Family

Happy 50th Anniversary Jerry & Helyne Bausman August 13th

GARAGE SALE: 417 Webster Street, Belvidere. Thursday and Saturday 9AM4PM. Too much to list!

SALE: Thursday, August 18th, 10AM2PM, Friday, August 19th, 10AM-12PM. Furniture; tools; lawn mower; toys; household; miscellaneous. 9769 Squire Lane, Belvidere.

Boone County CASA Presents

Celebrity Roast 2016!!!

1966 ~ 2016

Featuring

Lots of great memories and the best is yet to come!

Dan Holmes

Love, Your Family

Acoustic Guitarist, Singer & Songwriter Retired Performing Arts Teacher Recipient Of Jack Wolf Outstanding Teacher Award Local & National Performing Musician

A RTU RO S Family Mexican Grill & Bar $

3 OFF Breakfast

Join Us In Our New Expansion For Breakfast On Saturdays & Sundays, 7:00 - 11:00 AM

Classic American & Mexican Cuisine

Happy Birthday ELDON!

90 Years!

That’s 9 decades 1,080 months 4,696 weeks 32,873 days 788,952 hours 47,337,120 minutes and 2,840,227,200 seconds!

From RJ Daniels Fuel & Tire Immediate Full & Part Time Openings 1st & 2nd Shift - Reasonable Rates! Fun & Educational Activities 27 Years Experience - Licensed & CPR Certified - Licensed Assistants YWCA Subsidy Welcome Conveniently Located In Capron Call Barb 815-701-6349 www.rise-n-shinedaycare.net

Thursday, Aug. 18th Community Building, 111 W. First St., Belvidere

107 W. Main, Poplar Grove • 815-765-1144

Doors Open at 5:30 PM, Dinner Begins at 6:30 PM Tickets $35 Per Person Tickets Available At: Alpine Bank Locations: 600 S. State, 1425 N. State & 1988 Gateway Center; Community Building, 111 West First Street; & The CASA Office, 130 S. State St., Belvidere

4 MOMZ 2 MOMZ Resale Event

Full Cash Bar, Delicious Food, Lots Of Fun & Laughs!

$13,500 CROSSFIRE JACKPOT!

Contact The Boone County CASA Office at 815-547-6599 or www.boonecountycasa.org

MORE FUN & GAMES AND PAYOUTS!

With A Purchase Of $20 Or More. Offer Expires 8-31-16.

Hosted by Moms United of Zion Lutheran Church

$1 Door Admission

Fall/Winter Sale - Resale Event Open To The Public

Marengo Community High School Saturday, August 13th, 8 AM - 2 PM Sunday, August 14th, 8 AM - 12 PM

GOLD SPONSOR:

CHICKEN BROAST

Sunday Selected Items Are 50% OFF No Food Or Drinks • No Strollers For More Information www.momsunited-zion.com

THANK YOU • THANK YOU • THANK YOU

Thanks to everyone for your support in making our Chicken Barbecue & Street Dance both a success. North Boone Fire Dist. 3 Firemen’s Association

Thursday t Nigh

• Lucky 13’s Weekly • New Game Line-Up • Increased Payouts On Regular Bingo

& SWEET CORN

Garden Prairie Park RAIN OR SHINE

U.S. Rt 20, Garden Prairie, IL

Sunday, Aug. 21st 11 AM - 5 PM

Antique Cars & Tractors Welcome! Carryouts Available 1/2 Chicken Meal $10 • 1/4 Chicken Meal $8.50 Meal Includes: Sweet Corn, Rolls, Chips, Cukes While Supplies Last. Available For Purchase: Drinks, Homemade Pie & Ice Cream Advance Tickets Available At: Susie’s Garden Patch, Peddler’s Surplus, Paradise Park/Oasis Presented by the Garden Prairie Improvement Association For more information, call Mary Brubach 815-597-3011.

Only 29 Crossfire Numbers Left!

Doors Open At 4 PM Pre-Games Start At 5 PM Regular Bingo Starts At 7 PM

Food & Full Bar Available!

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC BELVIDERE MOOSE LODGE #295 575 Beloit Road, Belvidere Maximum capacity 300; first come, first serve

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WEEKEND WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS JUST NORTH OF BELVIDERE ON ROUTE 76

For Additional Information & Times Visit www.boonecountyfair.com General Admission $6

For Tickets Call 815-547-4503

FRIDAY, AUGUST 12TH

Children 10 & Under FREE

ADDITIONAL ATTRACTIONS

Non-Livestock Bldg. open 10 AM - 9:30 PM 8 AM Garden Tractor & Weak End Antique Tractor Pulls 9 AM Open Sheep Show 9 AM Open & Jr. Steer Judging 9 AM Open & Jr. Dairy Judging (Holstein) 9 AM Pony Performance & Hitch Classes 9:30 AM Talent Contest Sign Up Open to all Amateur Talent 10 AM Draft Horse Hitch Classes Starting with 6 horse hitch & work down (Sponsored by Byron Bank) 10:30-3:30 PM Talent Contest 1 PM Pony Hitch Classes 2 PM Supreme Gr. Champ. Dairy Selected 3 PM Fur, Feather & Wether Auction 4 - 5 PM Tae Kwon Do 4 - 5 PM The Karate Academy 4:30 - 7 PM Gene Shepherd Band 5 - 6 PM Celia’s Dance & Education Center 7 - 10 PM Missing Links 8 PM MARTINA MCBRIDE “An Evening With:”

Brunon Blaszak’s Royal Bengal Tiger Show.......................Southeast Corner of County Line Rd. & Big Thunder Rd. The Great American Duck Races Children Welcomed!......Southside of Non-Livestock Building The Whip Guy.........................................................................Outside Horse Arena & Gazebo Near Wee Farm Flaming Monkeys, 4-H Robotic Club....................................Stem Tent Zolis – The Wood Carving Artist...........................................Prairie Rd near Gate 2 ATV Racing by Kickabuda Promotions................................Grandstand Bleachers Mr D’s House of Magic...........................................................In the shade by the Gazebo behind Commercial Exhibit Hall #3

Friday, Aug. 12th Grandstand 10 AM - 1 PM

BULL RIDING With Mutton Bustin’ and Barrel Racing

FREE