Smiths celebrate 60th

Fay and Alvera Smith of Lanark will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with their family on October 20 at the Forest Inn.

Fay and Alvera Martz were wed October 22, 1947. They are retired from farming in the Lanark area.

The couple's children are Paulette (Terry) Rahn, Alene (Scott Bicker) Kradle and the late Rick (Bonnie) Smith. Fay and Alvera are blessed with six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

John Wipple Employee of the Month

Thomson Correctional Center announces that the Employee of the Month for October 2007 is Correctional Officer John Whipple. Officer Whipple began his employment as Correctional Officer Trainee at the Dixon Correctional Center in August 2006 and was recently promoted to Correctional Officer. As Employee of the Month for October 2007, C/O Whipple will receive a certificate, a check in the amount of $25.00 and two complimentary car washes.

Chesney helps lead MSU volleyball

The Murray State volleyball team's recent success has seen the team and its players move up in several national, regional and conference rankings.

The Racers (10-8, 7-2 OVC) jumped from 18th to 13th in the Midwest Region RKPI Ranking (Rich Kern Percentage Index), which ranks teams using a formula that approximates the Rating Percentage Index.

Murray State leads the Ohio Valley Conference with 20.55 digs per game and 15.74 kills per game. The Racers rank fourth nationally in digs and 55th in kills. MSU ranks second in the OVC with 14.42 assists per game, ranking 58th nationally in that category.

Individually, sophomore setter Cassie Chesney leads the conference with 13.23 assists per game, ranking 12th nationally in that category.

Murray State carries its seven-match win streak to Lipscomb tonight for the first-ever volleyball meeting between the teams. The Racers return to OVC action this weekend, when they host Morehead State on Friday at 7 p.m., then Eastern Kentucky on Saturday at noon.

Co-op members eligible for Green Energy Grants

Jo-Carroll Energy announced that the cooperative's board of directors has unanimously voted to join the Illinois Renewable Energy Resources Program. Participation in the program makes Jo-Carroll Energy members eligible to apply for state grants to offset a portion of the costs associated with installing various types of renewable energy projects at their homes and businesses.

Jo-Carroll Energy member and Elizabeth resident Joan Harmet introduced a petition signed by approximately 250 members encouraging the cooperative to participate in the renewable energy program at the cooperative's 2007 annual meeting.

Starting with October bills, Jo-Carroll Energy will assess a charge of $.05 per month on each residential account and $.50 per month on each nonresidential account. This fee will be listed on member bills as the Renewable Energy Charge. The cooperative will send the money collected through this surcharge to the state, and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity will administer the program.

In addition to smaller projects, such as a single wind turbine or solar array at a private home, large renewable energy projects, such as Jo-Carroll Energy's proposed biomass-fueled power plant near Thomson, may apply for a grant.

Jo-Carroll Energy President and CEO Michael Hastings said a grant from the Renewable Energy Resources Program is one of several development incentives the cooperative is pursuing for its power plant project.

"This program presents an outstanding opportunity for all members of our cooperative to simultaneously save money and promote environmentally responsible energy policies," said Hastings. "In exchange for paying as little as a nickel a month, Jo-Carroll Energy members will support clean energy in Illinois and have the right to apply for grants that could be worth thousands of dollars. The benefits are not limited to homeowners installing devices at their homes: all members will benefit if the cooperative receives a grant to build our proposed biomass-fueled power plant."

Hastings also highlighted the board's action as prime example of the benefits of democratic member control.

"A motivated group of Jo-Carroll Energy members decided this program would benefit the cooperative, and they acted upon that belief in a proactive and constructive manner," Hastings said.

The program was established in 1997 by the state to promote the development of renewable energy technologies in Illinois. All investor-owned utilities, such as ComEd and Ameren, are required to participate. Cooperatives and municipal electric utilities may opt into the program if they so desire. Currently, four other Illinois electric cooperatives participate in the Renewable Energy Resources Program.

Jo-Carroll Energy is a member of Touchstone Energy® - an alliance of more than 625 consumer-owned electric utilities across the nation. For more information on Jo-Carroll Energy, visit the cooperative's Web site at www.jocarroll.com.

Local students receive HCC Foundation Scholarships

FREEPORT - The Highland Community College Foundation distributed over a quarter million dollars to Highland students for the 2007-2008 academic year at its annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony. Over $3 million has been distributed to Highland students since the Foundation was formed. Some scholarships are based on merit and financial need, others are awarded to students based on where they attended high school and what major they are studying.

The following local students and the scholarship(s) received are as follows:

Hanover - Tiffany Hatfield, First Presbyterian Church Scholarship; Bruce Wolter, Catherine and Steven Turner Scholarship and Project Succeed Scholarship.

Lake Carroll - Chelsey Sterkowicz, Frances & Cyril Bottom Memorial Nursing Scholarship.

Lanark - Carlee Bocker, 1st Farm Credit Services Scholarship; Amy Nelson, John McClellan Scholarship; Ariel Pontnack, Marilyn Casey Nursing Scholarship; Rebecca Sweitzer, Jim Sacia Scholarship; Kaitlin Weber, Betty J. and Lyle F. Gillespie Memorial Business Scholarship; Mary Williams, Betty J. and Lyle F. Gillespie Memorial Business Scholarship.

Milledgeville - Joshua Hinrichs, Wid Hance Automotive Scholarship.

Mt.Carroll - Sarah Fritz, Raymond A. Klee Trustmark Scholarship.

Pearl City - Melissa Bronkema, Northwest Illinois Rock Club Scholarship; Gena Gray, Eunice O'Malia Memorial Scholarship; Zach Maurer, Roger Feagan Memorial Automotive Scholarship; Jacob Volkers, Leonard C. Ferguson Memorial Scholarship.

Shannon - Luke Garard, Whitetails Unlimited Scholarship; Adam Zuck, Leonard C. Ferguson Memorial Scholarship.

Forreston - Evelyn Daniels, Jim Sacia Scholarship and Project Succeed Scholarship; Rachael Deletzke, Dr. and Mrs. Ozro Hill Scholarship; Matthew Genandt, H.G. Kable Memorial Scholarship; Molly Genandt, H.G. Kable Memorial Scholarship; Aaron Miller, R.C. Miller Agriculture Scholarship; Thomas Rowl, James A.Davis Memorial Scholarship; Tyler Wood, Leonard C. Ferguson Memorial Scholarship.

Kent - Janine Tessendorf, Betty J. and Lyle F. Gillespie Memorial Nursing Scholarship.

Annual Heartland Health Happening and Flu Shots Scheduled

The Carroll County Farm Bureau Quality of Life Action Team has announced the date for the Annual Heartland Health Happening. The event will take place on Saturday, November 17th from 8:30 to 11 a.m. in the Naaman Diehl Auditorium at the Carroll County Farm Bureau building. This year attendees will be able to get flu shots through FHN. Flu shots will cost $32 unless a Medicare care indicating Part B coverage is presented to our registrars. No insurance claims can be processed other than Medicare Part B and the Medicare HMO's accepted by FHN. Cards must be presented at the time of service. Attendees will also have the opportunity to get there blood pressure taken.

Other offerings at the Happening will be a diabetes educator on hand to answer questions, poison information, healthy holiday recipes, men's, women's and children's health information, mental health, and an information booth on homemade healthy frozen meal delivery. There will also be a drawing for door prizes. Questions concerning the event may be directed to the Farm Bureau at 815-244-3001.

International issues presented at HCC

FREEPORT-The Highland Community College Global Task Force is sponsoring a presentation entitled "Globalization and the Leftward Turn in Latin America" at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 1, 2007 in the Highland Community College Student/Conference Center, Newell Room (H-201). Pablo Toral, professor of international studies at Beloit College, is the guest presenter. Admission is free and the public is invited and encouraged to attend.

Toral joined the Beloit College faculty in the Fall of 2003 after working as a journalist in Latin America, the United States, and Europe. He teaches courses in international political economy, international relations theory, international governance, international relations of Latin America and Europe, peace studies, environmental politics and development. His main research interests include multinational enterprises, development, international relations theory and social theory. He has published articles about Spanish multinational enterprises and their activities in Latin America, regional integration in the Americas, and nationalism, education and identity in Spain. He also serves as a consultant.

For additional information about this Global Task Force presentation "Globalization and the Leftward Turn in Latin America," contact Andy Dvorak at 815.599.3443 or at Andy.Dvorak@highland.edu.

Active EMS musicians

The third, fourth, and fifth grade students at the Eastland Middle School in Shannon are busy rehearsing for the Christmas Concert which will be held Tuesday, December 4 at 6:00 p.m. in the EMS gymnasium, said Marla Nesmith of the Eastland Middle School.

"In addition, they are having fun learning good breathing techniques, doing exercises, vocalizing, and learning a few silly songs," Nesmith added. "They also have been singing some Halloween songs."

An added feature is the third graders performing Christmas Carols for the Eastland Music Boosters Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, Nov. 17 at the Middle School cafeteria in Shannon.

Monroe Clinic welcomes new family practice physician in Freeport

FREEPORT ­ Monroe Clinic is pleased to welcome new family practice physician Judd Pulley, M.D. to Monroe Clinic-Freeport.

As a board-certified family practice physician, Dr. Pulley provides comprehensive health care to all members of the family. He diagnoses and treats illnesses, injuries, and diseases for patients of all ages. Dr. Pulley received his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford. He completed his family practice residency at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee, where he was a chief resident in 2004-2005.

In 2007, Dr. Pulley completed a sports medicine fellowship in Billings, Montana. He has extensive sports medicine training and experience to help patients stay active, to treat sports injuries, and to keep athletes on the top of their game.

"I spend time talking with patients about their conditions, in addition to emphasizing preventive care and health education," said Dr. Pulley.

To make an appointment with Dr. Pulley, please call Monroe Clinic-Freeport at 815-235-1406.

No Alzheimer's disease, no need to suffer, make this a reality

Alzheimers's disease affects more than 5 million American's of every race, gender, and culture. The direct and indirect costs of Alzheimer's and other dementias amount tot more than $148 billion annually. Unless we find a way to change the course, as many as 16 million Americans could have the disease by 2050.Did you know that the annual cost to businesses as a result of Alzheimer's disease is $61 billion? Of this cost, $36.4 billion is a result of workers who are caregivers, due to absenteeism, productivity losses, continuing insurance, worker replacements, fees and EAPs. These costs are expected to grow as the baby boom generation ages over the next 30 years. Fortunately, the programs and services provided by the Alzheimer's Association go a long way in reducing these costs.

The Memory Walk is a non-competitive fundraising walk designed to support the mission of the Alzheimer's Association. Each year, participants sign up as a team or individuals, and collect pledges from their friends, family, co-workers and others to raise as many dollars as possible, to help make Alzheimer's obsolete.

You too can help make this a reality by joining in our Annual Alzheimer's Memory Walk at Old Mill Park in Savanna at 9 a.m. October 6 with registration at 8:30. Sign up as a walker, join a team, or make a donation. All money raised by this walk stays in our area to help those affected by Alzheimer's disease. Contact JoEllen, Hali or Julie at Big Meadows (815) 273-2238 for more information or for any questions you many have.

Eads is Club Champion

Buck's Barn Golf Resort held its Club Championship tournament on Sept. 8 and 9. It was 2-day event. There were three flights, Championship Flight, A Flight and B Flight with two divisions, gross and net.

Winners for the B Flight Gross Division were: 1st place Jim Balk from Fulton; and 2nd place went to Verne Pessman from Fulton. B Flight Net Division winners were: 1st place Tom Swamberger from Clinton, IA; and 2nd place was Bob Aubrey from Clinton, IA. Winners for the A Flight Gross Division were: 1st place Leroy Michalesen, from Thomson; and 2nd place Jack Prymek from Savanna. Winners for the A Flight Net Division were: 1st place Phil Despain from Savanna; and 2nd place Chuck McGowan from Fulton. Winners for the Championship Flight Net Division were: 1st place went to Roger Lessard from Clinton, IA; and 2nd place Gary Hunt from Mt. Carroll. And the Championship Flight Gross Division 2nd place winner was Roy Tucker from Clinton, IA and the Club Champion went to Brandon Eads from Prophetstown. Congratulations to all.

Hole in One

Eldred McCreery of Clinton, IA got a Hole in One at Buck's Barn Golf Resort in Thomson on Sept. 5. He scored his ace on hole #6 using a 3 hybrid from 174 yards.

Witnessing this event was George Kyarsgaard from Camanche, IA, Don Rogers from Chadwick and Marty Chavez from Sterling.

Organization provides luncheons

The Great River Outreach (GRO) is an organization consisting of churches, social service agencies, law enforcement, business people and individuals who are concerned about a gap in services for those in need.

Free - The Great River Outreach is providing a "dining facility" where everyone is welcome. Businesses, families, social organizations are invited to drop by and have a meal with them. Everyone is welcome. There is a large dining room with hot meals served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday ­ Friday.

The GROwing table is in need of numerous items and supplies. They are currently receiving food and produce from Sullivans Foods and McGinnis Produce, and are hoping others may step up and donate. They are also asking any local gardeners with extra produce to bring those items to the GROwing Table from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Transportation is available to those in need for the weekday lunches. Interested persons can make arrangements by calling New Unity Deliverance and Worship Center at 815-273-2277 or Church on a Hill at 815-273-7061.

Carroll County can better serve veterans

Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (IDVA) Director L. Tammy Duckworth today announced Carroll County now has an itinerant Veteran Service Office located at 409 Main Street in Savanna. The office will assist the over 1,900 Veterans who live in Carroll County this year in applying for benefits from both the state and federal governments.

"The Veteran Service Offices are great resources for our Veterans to receive one-on-one assistance and to learn about what state and federal benefits are available to them. We want to make sure our service men and women know about the benefits that they are entitled to when they return home to Illinois," Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs Director Tammy Duckworth explained.

The Carroll County Veteran Service Office houses one of the state's 73 Veteran Service Officers (VSOs) every third Wednesday of the month. The VSOs offer help to Veterans in applying for and receiving compensation and other benefits from the federal Veterans' Administration and make them aware of the state resources that are available. Their primary job responsibilities are assisting in applying for nearly $400 million in federal money that goes unclaimed each year by the 26.4 million Veterans across the country, and serve as a liaison between the state and the federal VA.

VSOs serve as sign-up locations and informational hubs for the state's program benefits, including the following: G-I Loan for Heroes; Veterans Care; TBI and PTSD Program; Veteran's Cash; Hunting and Fishing Licenses and Camping Permits for disabled Veterans; and Veterans' Job Tax Credit.

Veterans can receive assistance at the Carroll County office every third Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. or call 815-273-7090. A full list of Veteran Service Offices can be found on IDVA's website: www.state.il.us/agency/dva.

Rock Falls child receives life-saving transplant

With the cost of a transplant often exceeding $500,000 many transplant patients are unable to shoulder the financial burden of such a procedure. The Children's Organ Transplant Association (COTA) is a national charity dedicated to organizing and guiding communities in raising funds for transplant-needy patients. In Rock Falls, volunteers are raising funds for transplant patients like local child Tanner Raab.

Born on May 11, 2001 Tanner was diagnosed with Heptablastoma, and doctors at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago, performed a life-saving liver transplant June 19, 2007. Rock Falls area volunteers are raising an estimated $40,000.

Tanner is the son of Steven and Pam Raab and the brother of Ryan and Allison Raab. His grandparents are Arlyn and Judy Cain and Jan Wiersema.

Volunteer are needed to assist with fundraising activities. Individuals and groups interested in more information can contact Campaign Coordinator Lori Walker at 815-441-7782.

Donations may be made in person at any Amcore Bank branch location using account number 0981360480 or mailed to the Children's Organ Transplant Association, 2501 COTA Drive, Bloomington, IN 47403. Checks or money orders should be made payable To COTA, with "In Honor of Tanner Raab" written on the memo line of the check. Secure credit card donations are also accepted online at www.cota.org.

Tanner's family has asked for assistance from the Children's Organ Transplant Association. The organization's priority is to assure that no child is denied a transplant or excluded from a transplant waiting list due to lack of funds. One hundred percent of all funds raised are used for patients' transplant-related expenses.

Conservation Foundation project and tour

ELIZABETH - The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation invites the public to visit our newest conservation project and enjoy the first event in our "Link to the Land" series. Join us at 1 p.m. Oct. 14 to tour the Casper Bluff property and meet the former owners, Dave and Pat Casper.

Come one, come all and get the first sneak peek of this beautiful spot. Walk a Mississippi River bluff, explore Native American history, and learn about our restoration plans for this special land that will be opened for public recreation in the coming years. State archaeologist, Phil Millhouse, will be there to talk about the Indian groups that once inhabited this area and the importance of the Indian mounds located on this site. Hike around 52 acres of oak savanna and hill prairie with our staff guides and learn about this unique habitat while enjoying the spectacular scenery of Jo Daviess County.

This area, known as the Driftless Area, offers many exciting natural communities, including the "globally imperiled" oak savanna. Oak savanna is often described as an open, park-like ecosystem, characterized by open, sprawling oaks and a prairie-grassland understory. These savannas enjoy exceptional diversity as transitional habitats usable by both prairie and woodland species. A savanna provides ideal habitat for everything from Barn Owls and Red-headed Woodpeckers to Bobolinks and Field Sparrows.

Casper Bluff is a pastured dry oak savanna and upland forest with remnant loess hill prairie vegetation found along the bluff face of the Mississippi River. The property provides significant habitat for critical species in the Upper Mississippi River U.S. Fish & Wildlife Refuge. In particular, migratory birds need floodplain forest, grasslands, and savanna habitats. The crest of the bluff face contains the Aiken Group archaeological site consisting of 40 burial mounds, 30 of which are located on the Casper property.

This marks the first event of the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation's (JDCF) Link to the Land series. These outings to JDCF projects will give members and the general public the opportunity to visit these extraordinary properties with knowledgeable guides. When a hiker at one of our Link to the Land events wants to know "What bird is that?" or "Is that flower native to this area?", we hope to have the answer. Thanks to partnerships and with the help of knowledgeable volunteers, Link to the Land guides will lend an experienced birder's, botanist's, geologist's or archeologist's eye and ear to each of the events that will be held throughout the next year. We hope that you can attend one of these hikes to see the great things that are happening in land conservation because of your support for the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation. If you do, your links to the land will feel even stronger!

To register for this free event, call Barb at 815-858-9100 or for more information, also visit the website www.jdcf.org.

Pheasants Forever youth events

Carroll County Pheasants Forever would like to invite youth to participate in two upcoming events. CCPF is active in many areas of wildlife habitat restoration, providing equipment and youth education, and this year is no exception. The CC Chapter has supplied seed and equipment to restore or enhance over 450 acres of prairie plantings. The chapter also provides three specialty drills, burn equipment, 2 quad runners with spraying or mowing capabilities, and two trailers for hauling the equipment.

This year youth education program involves three areas of emphasis. Hunters education classes were held at Vanbuskirks on Sept. 22 and 23. Youth received their hunter's safety card, which will allow them to obtain a hunting license.

The second event will offer youth sporting clays from the CCPF at Sweitzer's Rack & Wing, with lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 7 and the day will conclude with shooting sporting clays. There is no cost to the participant and shells and lunch will be provided. Contact Dan Hartman at 815-273-7715 ex. (134), evening at 815-244-3489. This activity is for Carroll County residents and PF members.

The last activity will be the youth duck hunt on the Mississippi River Oct. 13 and 14. An experienced guide will take youth under 16 on the Mississippi River. Sign up as early as possible due to the huge popularity of this event. Participants will supply their own shells, gun, and hunting license. Youth 16-18 and still in school can hunt pheasants. We will meet at Sweitzer's Rack & Wing for lunch. Contact Dan Hartman at the above numbers to reserve your spot. I hope that we see a large number of young people that are interested in the conservation activities mentioned above.

"Collage Concert"features Highland's Music Department

FREEPORT - The diverse vocal and instrumental talents of Highland Community College district residents will be showcased in a "Collage Concert" featuring the Highland Chorale, the Concert Band, the HCC Children's Choir, the Royal Scots and the Big Band on Saturday, October 27. The concert will be held at the Masonic Temple, 305 West Stephenson Street, Freeport.

Tickets are on sale now. Tickets may be reserved online at www.highland.edu and may also be reserved by calling the Highland Community College Box Office weekdays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 815.235.6127.

This is the first time Highland has promoted its entire music department at one time. In addition to highlighting Highland's instrumental and vocal groups, this concert will also recognize Highland's talented music majors. Highland offers several scholarships to students who are pursuing the music field. Allen Redford, Highland's director of vocal music, explained that since the general public is unaware of the number of students who are recipients of fine arts scholarships, "we will present the scholarships to students as a way to publicly recognize our outstanding and talented students."

Redford said that there will be many highlights in this concert, including the blending of many groups. For example, the Royal Scots will sing along with the Highland Children's Choir. "This will bridge the two generations."

Directors

Allen Redford is the director of The Chorale and the Royal Scots.

Scott Stich is the director of the Highland Concert Band.

Diane Dietmeier is the director of the HCC Children's Choir.

Bill Petersen is the director of the Highland Big Band.

All of these musical groups have been long-lasting traditions on the Highland campus. This first-of-its-kind concert will showcase the many talents of residents throughout northwest Illinois.

For more information about Highland Community College Fine Arts performances or vocal or instrumental groups, please contact the Fine Arts Department at 815.599.3490

September warm and dry across Illinois

SPRINGFIELD ­ A uniformly warm, dry September speeded fall harvest but further increased drought conditions in southern and central Illinois. Statewide rainfall was 1.71 inches, 1.48 inches below normal, and the 12th driest September since 1895. Temperatures in Illinois averaged 69.8 degrees, 3.6 degrees above normal, and the 15th warmest September on record.

While warm, dry conditions rapidly dried corn and soybeans in the field, much of southern Illinois, south of Interstate 70, is classified as being in severe drought according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. Much of central Illinois is classified as either abnormally dry or in moderate drought. Initial reports indicate that corn fared better than soybeans in dry areas.

"There are some city water supplies that have been particularly impacted by drought. It would not be out of the question for cities to enact their own water conservation measures if conditions continue to persist," said State Climatologist Jim Angel of the Illinois State Water Survey (http://www.sws.uiuc.edu), a division of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

The National Weather Service outlook indicates that the warm weather will continue over the next two weeks, with only a few opportunities for rain. "That may be more good news for the grain harvest, but it won't help recharge soil moisture, streams, and lakes," Angel added.

MONROE CLINIC ANNOUNCES FLU IMMUNIZATION CLINICS

(Monroe, WI)- Prevention is always a good idea when it comes to the flu, and perhaps the best tool to prevent the flu is immunization.

Monroe Clinic will be offering Flu Immunization Clinics on the following dates:

Monroe Clinic - ALBANY - Monday, November 19 from 8 am-7 pm - Appointment needed. Call 608-862-1616.

Monroe Clinic - BLANCHARDVILLE - Tuesday, November 6 from 7:30 am-4:30 pm - Appointment needed. Call 608-523-4261.

Monroe Clinic - BRODHEAD - Thursday, November 15 from 8:30 am-4:30 pm - Tuesday, November 20 from 8:30 am-4:30 pm - Wednesday, November 21 from 8:30 am-4:30 pm - Appointment needed. Call 608-897-2191.

Monroe Clinic - DURAND - Thursday, November 8 from 8 am-5 pm - Appointment needed. Call 815-248-3443.

Monroe Clinic - FREEPORT - Wednesday, November 7 from 3-7 pm - Thursday, November 8 from 9 am-12 pm - Appointment needed. Call 815-235-1406 and press #1.

Monroe Clinic - LENA - Tuesday, November 6 from 8-11:30 am - Tuesday, November 13 from 8-11:30 am - Thursday, November 15 from 8 am-4:30 pm - Appointment needed. Call 815-369-4541.

Monroe Clinic - NEW GLARUS - Thursday, November 1 from 8:30 am-12 pm and 1-4:30 pm - Thursday, November 8 from 8:30 am-12 pm and 1-4:30 pm - Appointment needed. Call 608-527-5296.

Monroe Clinic - MONROE - Adults, ages 18 and over. No appointment needed. Walk-ins are welcome. Founders Hall, lower level of Clinic building

Monday, November 5, 10 am - 5:30 pm

Tuesday, November 6, 10 am - 5:30 pm

Wednesday, November 7, 7:30 am - 1 pm

Monday, November 12, 8 am - 5 pm

Tuesday, November 13, 8 am - 5 pm

Wednesday, November 14, 8 am - 5 pm

Thursday, November 15, 8 am - 5 pm

Monroe Clinic - MONROE/Pediatrics Department - Ages 6 months to 18 years. Appointment needed. Call 608-324-2337.

Pediatrics Department, lower level of Clinic building

Wednesday, October 17, 4:30 - 6:45 pm

Wednesday, October 24, 4:30 - 6:45 pm

Monday, October 29, 3 - 6:15 pm

The cost of the flu shot is $25 payable in cash or with the presentation of the individual's Medicare, Medical Assistance, or Insurance card. Individuals are encouraged to wear short sleeves or a shirt with sleeves that can roll up to the shoulder to improve the administration of the flu shot.

Visit the Centers for Disease Control online at www.cdc.gov/flu for complete vaccine guidelines and recommendations.

For flu clinic updates, call Monroe Clinic at 608-324-2000. Contact your primary care provider for further questions or concerns.

Monroe Clinic is a not-for-profit, single hospital health system serving communities in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Sponsored by the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes, the system includes a multi-specialty physician practice with 70 employed providers, a 24-hour emergency room, a home care and hospice agency, and primary care sites offering preventive, acute and rehabilitative care. Monroe Clinic is a 2006 Solucient 100 Top Hospitals®: National Benchmarks for Success Recipient. For more information, go to www.monroeclinic.org.

Silver Moon Winery Features Haunted Halloween Night Maze

The Silver Moon Winery Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch, located on Zier Road near Lake Carroll, is excited to announce the addition of two especially eerie nights to its regular fall event schedule. A special Haunted Halloween Night Maze will be open on Oct 20 & 27 from 6-11 pm. The 12 acre corn maze will be navigated only by flashlight those nights promising thrills & chills around every corner. Children under 16 must be accompanied by parents. The Silver Moon Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch is open weekends through Oct 28thand features a 2 acre pumpkin patch, 12 acre corn maze, a small corn maze just for children, games & pumpkin decorating area, pavilion & concession area with food and seasonal decorations. An admission fee is charged. For more information visit their website, www.silvermoonacres.com or call 815-493-6888.

MENTAL HEALTH ASPECTS OF DIABETES FEATURED IN PRESENTATIONS

Dr. Allemagne will share his insights into dealing with the chronic disease on November 7 & 8

(Lena, IL & Monroe, WI)- Diabetes is a chronic disease that takes a toll on the mind and spirit, as well as the body.

On Wednesday, November 7 and Thursday, November 8, Monroe Clinic will present "Diabetes and Your Mental Health" featuring Monroe Clinic Psychologist Kevin Allemagne, PhD, LMFT, CFLE, Behavioral Health Therapist. The events will be held on November 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Rafters Restaurant in Lena, IL and on Thursday, November 8 at 6 p.m. at Ludlow Mansion in Monroe, WI.

The public is invited to participate in this free event, where Dr. Allemagne will help attendees discover:

-ways to cope with a chronic disease

-how to improve quality of life when living with diabetes

-the options for mental health treatment

"People who actively participate in their health, whether it be mental or physical health, can improve their quality of life. This program is designed to educate individuals on their options and empower them to make significant changes in their lives," said Dr. Allemagne.

Registration is required for this FREE event. Call 1-877-865-1462 or go to www.monroeclinic.org and click on "Classes & Events."

October FHN Calendar

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Grief Recovery Group

7 ­ 8:30 p.m.

FHN Memorial Hospital ­ cafeteria dining rooms ­ Lower Level

For more information, call 815-599-6160.

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FHN Family Counseling Center Parent Enrichment Program Playgroup

10 ­ 11:30 a.m.

St. John's Church, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport

Free and open to the public; crafts, activities and music, snacks, play time and socialization for parents and children ages 0 ­ 5 years. For more information, call Rachael at 815-599-7373.

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German American State Bank Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Screen

2 ­ 4:30 p.m.

Seward Congregational Church, 3029 S. Pecatonica Road, Seward

Open to the public; no cost or registration required.

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FHN Family Counseling Center Parent Enrichment Program Tunes for Tots Playgroup

10 ­ 11:30 a.m.

St. John's Church, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport

Free and open to the public; children ages 0 ­ 5 years learn new songs, use musical instruments, finger plays and body movement. Activity stations, crafts, snacks and socialization for children and parents. For more information, call Rachael at 815-599-7373.

Basic Carbohydrate Counting and Meal Planning for Insulin Users

6 ­ 7:30 p.m.

FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room ­ Lower Level

No cost. Learn the first steps toward diabetes management. Registration is required; call Jayne at 800-646-4633, ext. 2615.

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Saturday Sports Injury Clinic

8 ­ 10 a.m.

FHN Orthopaedics and Sports Department, 2^nd floor of the FHN Family Healthcare Center ­ 1036 W. Stephenson St., Freeport

Free sports injury evaluation available for school and recreational athletes. For more information, call (815) 599-7730 or toll-free (877) 484-8084 or visit www.fhn.org.

Boot Camp for New Dads

9 ­ 11:30 a.m.

FHN Memorial Hospital Globe Room ­ lower level

Free program to help dads-to-be get ready for the new arrival. Registration required; for more information or to register call Rachael at 815-599-7373.

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Caregiver Support Group

1 p.m.

St. Joseph Adult Day Care, 659 E. Jefferson, Freeport

No cost or registration required; caregivers are welcome to bring their loved one to enjoy the Day Care during the meeting.

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The First Steps Grief Support Group

9:30 ­ 11 a.m.

FHN Memorial Hospital cafeteria meeting rooms ­ Lower Level

No cost or registration required. For more information, call 815-599-6160.

FHN Family Counseling Center Parent Enrichment Program Playgroup

10 ­ 11:30 a.m.

St. John's Church, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport

Free and open to the public; crafts, activities and music, snacks, play time and socialization for parents and children ages 0 ­ 5 years. For more information, call Rachael at 815-599-7373.

FHN Family Counseling Center Parent Enrichment Program Young Moms Group

3 ­ 4:30 p.m.

Embury Church, 515 S. Galena Ave., Freeport

A chance for younger moms to discuss issues and accomplishments along with developing a support network. No charge; to register or for more information, call Rachael at 815-599-7373.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group

5:30 p.m.

St. John UCC, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport

Childcare is provided. For more information, call 815-599-7343.

Bosom Buddies

6:30 p.m.

FHN Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center

A support group for all women touched by cancer. For more information, call 815-599-7043.

Group Hope

7 ­ 8:30 p.m.

Grace Episcopal Church, 10 S. Cherry St., Freeport

Depression and bipolar disorder support group. For more information, call 815-235-6171.

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Breastfeeding Class

7 ­ 9 p.m.

FHN Family Birthing Center, FHN Memorial Hospital

This class may be helpful to parents who have already decided to breastfeed their baby or need to know more about breastfeeding in order to make a decision. For more information, call (815) 599-6244.

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FHN Family Counseling Center Parent Enrichment Program Tunes for Tots Playgroup

10 ­ 11:30 a.m.

St. John's Church, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport

Free and open to the public; children ages 0 ­ 5 years learn new songs, use musical instruments, finger plays and body movement. Activity stations, crafts, snacks and socialization for children and parents. For more information, call Rachael at 815-599-7373.

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Jo Daviess County Senior Health Fair

9 - 11 a.m.

HCC West, 300 N. West Street, Elizabeth

Height, weight, cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure screen provided by FHN. Do not eat or drink anything except water for 5 hours before blood sugar test. No cost or appointment necessary. Jo Daviess County Health Department will provide flu and pneumonia shots (fee charged), and the Well Woman Program will provide an osteoporosis screen (fee charged).

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Saturday Sports Injury Clinic

8 ­ 10 a.m.

FHN Orthopaedics and Sports Department, 2^nd floor of the FHN Family Healthcare Center ­ 1036 W. Stephenson St., Freeport

Free sports injury evaluation available for school and recreational athletes. For more information, call (815) 599-7730 or toll-free (877) 484-8084 or visit www.fhn.org.

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Grief Recovery Group

7 ­ 8:30 p.m.

FHN Memorial Hospital ­ cafeteria dining rooms ­ Lower Level

For more information, call 815-599-6160.

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FHN Family Counseling Center Parent Enrichment Program Playgroup

10 ­ 11:30 a.m.

St. John's Church, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport

Free and open to the public; crafts, activities and music, snacks, play time and socialization for parents and children ages 0 ­ 5 years. For more information, call Rachael at 815-599-7373.

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Stephenson County Senior Health Fair

8 a.m. ­ noon

St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1400 Kiwanis Drive, Freeport

Health information and door prizes. Pulmonary function test, cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure screens provided free of charge by FHN Top 50. Registration required; call the Stephenson County Health Department at 815-235-9777. Sponsored by FHN Top 50, Stephenson County Health Department, NICAA Golden Meals and Stephenson County Senior Center.

Why "Diets" Don't Work

6 p.m.

Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas, Freeport

Beth Kalnins, MD, director of FHN's Medical Weight Management program, will speak on weight loss. No charge; reservations required by calling 815-232-2121 ext. 245.

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FHN Family Counseling Center Parent Enrichment Program Tunes for Tots Playgroup

10 ­ 11:30 a.m.

St. John's Church, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport

Free and open to the public; children ages 0 ­ 5 years learn new songs, use musical instruments, finger plays and body movement. Activity stations, crafts, snacks and socialization for children and parents. For more information, call Rachael at 815-599-7373.

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