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Forest therapy walk set for Oct. 18 in DeKalb

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Community members ages 16 and older can participate in a forest therapy walk offered by the DeKalb Public Library.

The free walk will begin at 9:30 a.m.

Oct. 18 at the P.A Nehring Forest Preserve, 380 Bethany Road, DeKalb.

Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, clothes, bug spray, sunscreen, and bring a water bottle. Attendees also can bring a camp chair for quiet time. In the event of inclement weather, the walk will be cancelled.

The walk will be led by Beth Hanson, a Peace in Nature Forest Therapy certified forest therapy guide.

Due to limited space, registration is required to attend.

For information or to register, email chelsear@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 1700.

Customer advocates call on Nicor to decrease rate hike

By JANELLE WALKER jwalker@shawmedia.com

A state panel on Monday called for Illinois gas utility provider Nicor to reduce its requested rate hike by almost $110 million, a number the Citizens Utility Board said could be reduced even further.

“Stop treating your customers like an ATM,” Jim Chilsen, CUB’s communications director, said during a video news conference Wednesday.

In January, Nicor asked the Illinois Commerce Commission for a rate increase – the fifth request since 2017, according to CUB. This year, that rate increase request is for an additional $314.2 million.

The ICC has solicited utility users’ comments on the request via its website, and two public hearings have allowed residents to chime in, both for and against the hike.

CUB, AARP and other advocacy groups have been vocal in their opposition to the rate increase.

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“We are doing everything we can to defeat it,” Chilsen said on the media call.

The ICC’s two administrative law judges, tasked with drafting the state’s response, “rejected Nicor’s proposed authorized profit rate of 10.35%, instead recommending a 9.93% profit rate,” according to Illinois PIRG, a public interest research group.

CUB said the cut suggested by the judges is a “step in the right direction,” Chilsen said, adding that the watchdog group believes Nicor’s request could be cut further. “There are tens of millions in additional fat that should be shed from Nicor’s rate hike, at the very least.”

In the past eight years amid previous price increases, Nicor profits are nearing $1 billion, “and for the same period, their corporate parents [have] $25 billion in profits. Enough is enough,” Chilsen said.

According to the Illinois PIRG data provided in a news release, with the lower rate hike suggested by the judges,

“Nicor would have annual authorized profits of $471 million.”

The judges’ proposal also recommends increasing the gas delivery charge from $19.48 to $23.41 each month.

“We propose lowering it to $18.51,” Abe Scarr, director of Illinois PIRG, said on the call. “A lower fixed charge incentivizes lower use.”

The panel of judges also suggested that Nicor end its TotalGreen program allowing customers to pay more to offset climate-changing emissions.

“Over three years, only 238 of Nicor’s 2.3 million customers have opted in, and the program has offset only 0.0031% of the company’s total emissions,” Scarr said.

According to Nicor data provided at an Aug. 7 public hearing in Elgin, its proposed new rate come out to a 9.21% increase, or an average of $7.63 a month.

What that increase is for individual users fluctuates, Chilsen said, based on usage.

The ICC’s final decision on the rate increase is expected by Nov. 24.

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A “jumbo” sack of potatoes waits to be sorted and bagged at the Northern Illinois Food Bank in Geneva on July 10. See story, page 6.

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Tickets open for DeKalb Chamber’s annual Athena Awards reception

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Tickets are available for the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce’s 35th annual Athena and Women of Accomplishment Award Reception.

The reception will be held at 6 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb.

Attendees can celebrate the leadership, service and achievements of community women.

The award recipient will be named during the reception.

Athena Award finalists are Linda Sherman, Devyn Grzywa, Donna Larson, and Rylie Loucks-Kues.

The Athena Award recognizes

women for being a role model, completing community service, assisting women to meet their full potential, and achieving professional and business accomplishments.

The reception also will honor the Women of Accomplishment honorees. The awards recognize individuals who meet Athena criteria but are retired or no longer working in DeKalb County.

The Women of Accomplishment honorees are Kathy Dombek and Donna Willrett.

Early bird tickets cost $18 and are available through Oct. 10. To buy tickets, visit dekalb.org. Sponsorships also will be available.

For information, call 815-756-6306 or visit dekalb.org.

DeKalb Chamber celebrates Rock Valley Credit Union’s new location

A credit union recently opened a new spot in town. The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated Rock Valley Credit Union’s new location. Chamber staff, board and community members, and ambassadors celebrated the new location with a grand ribbon cutting Sept. 16. The goal of Rock Valley Credit Union, 2676 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore, is to promote financial stability by providing loans at the lowest possible cost, paying a fair savings return rate, and providing member services. For information, visit rockvalleycreditunion.org or call 815-282-0300.

DeKalb County Community Foundation accepting Excellence in Education nominations

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The DeKalb County Community Foundation, in partnership with the DeKalb County Regional Office of Education, invites residents to nominate outstanding education professionals for the 2026 Excellence in Education Awards. Nominations are due by Oct. 31. Selected recipients will each receive a $1,000 award, a plaque, and public recognition at a ceremony in spring 2026. To submit a nomination or learn more, visit dekalbccf.org/eie.

Now in its 27th year, the Excellence in Education Awards recognize teachers, administrators, and support staff who make a meaningful impact in DeKalb County schools. Every public school district and private school in the county is encouraged to nominate individuals in the following categories:

• Pre-K – 5th Grade Teacher

• 6th – 8th Grade Teacher

• 9th – 12th Grade Teacher

• Administration

• Support Staff (including secretaries, aides, custodians, food service workers, bus drivers, and maintenance personnel)

To be eligible, nominees must have at least five years of service in their current school district and plan to continue employment in the upcoming school year. Nominees should also be respected by students, families and colleagues, and actively involved in voluntary, unpaid community activities. Previous nominees who did not receive the award may be nominated again. Past recipients are not eligible. A list of past recipients is available on the Community Foundation website.

The awards are made possible through the generosity of the late Yvonne Johnson, a retired elementary school teacher from Sycamore School District 427. In 1999, Yvonne estab -

lished the DeKalb County Excellence in Education Award Fund at the Community Foundation.

All submitted nominations are reviewed by the nominee’s school dis-

trict and evaluated by a local selection committee. For more information, contact Community Foundation Grants Director Jolene Willis at 815748-5383 or j.willis@dekalbccf.org.

‘Battling hunger,’ unable to track the data

Illinois food banks worry USDA decision to stop tracking food insecurity will lead to people being overlooked

By ERIC SCHELKOPF eschelkopf@shawmedia.com

Now that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has decided to officially stop tracking how many Americans are regularly going hungry, it might be harder for area food pantries and food banks to fulfill their goal of helping families in need.

“Food banks and pantries rely on the USDA data to understand the scope and location of need,” Alex Hurd, executive director of the Kendall County Community Food Pantry in Yorkville, said in response to the USDA’s decision. “It may be harder to adequately prepare for and respond to an increase in demand.”

The Kendall County Community Food Pantry serves not only Kendall County, but also DeKalb and La Salle counties. It serves an average of 450 families a week.

“It may become more difficult for advocacy groups and nonprofits to demonstrate the need for increased funding or support for food assistance programs,” Hurd said. “When data is missing, it’s harder to make a strong case for investment in battling hunger.”

The USDA recently announced the termination of future Household Food Security reports. The report has been published annually for 30 years.

Its latest report, which will contain 2024 data, will be its last when it is released in October.

“These redundant, costly, politicized and extraneous studies do nothing more than fear monger,” the USDA said in a statement.

The USDA’s decision comes after President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law July 4. The legislation makes almost $200 billion in cuts in the next 10 years to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

The bill changes eligibility requirements, putting an estimated 360,000 Illi-

noisans at risk of losing SNAP benefits. Area food pantries expect an increase in demand when the SNAP cuts take effect.

SNAP is a federal program that provides monthly benefits to low-income individuals and families to help them purchase food. Gov. JB Pritzker’s office has said that almost one in five Illinois SNAP recipients are at risk of losing food benefits.

Cuts to SNAP won’t take full effect until after the 2026 midterm elections. Along with the change in eligibility requirements, Illinois and other states will have to cover a greater portion of costs for the SNAP program.

Able-bodied adults ages 55 to 64 without dependent children and parents of children 14 and older now must work at least 20 hours a week or participate in training programs. Before, this applied only to people up to age 54.

As part of the bill, for the first time in the program’s 60-year history, the federal government will require the majority of states to fund a portion of SNAP benefits, potentially costing Illinois

more than $700 million, according to Pritzker’s office. Implementing and administering these changes is projected to cost Illinois an additional $100 million.

“It may become more challenging for policymakers and researchers to assess if SNAP cuts are actually increasing food insecurity,” Hurd said. “The link between federal aid and its effectiveness may become obscured.”

Julie Yurko, president and CEO of the Geneva-based Northern Illinois Food Bank, said the USDA’s food security reports have been a valuable resource. The Northern Illinois Food Bank works with more than 900 food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters and other feeding programs to distribute food across 13 counties.

The Beatles and Rolling Stones tribute bands to perform Oct. 24 in DeKalb

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The Egyptian Theatre will hold a concert featuring The Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Showdown as part of its fall 2025 tour.

The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at the theater, 135 N. Second St., DeKalb.

The concert features Rolling Stones tribute band Satisfaction and The Beatles tribute band Abbey Road.

The bands will compete in a musical showdown for rock music dominance.

Satisfaction has performed more than 4,000 globally for 25 years.

The band is part of five touring projects. Abbey Road uses multi-instrumentalists to recreate The Beat -

les songs with studio overdubs.

The band also features rarely used deep music cuts.

“If the British Invasion had a house band in the ’60s and beyond, hopefully we’d be that band,” The Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Showdown band member Chris Paul Overall said in a news release.

“There’s always a special feeling for these shows – people dress up in ’60s costumes, wear Beatles and Rolling Stones clothing and enjoy one another’s company during the concerts,” The Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Showdown band member Chris LeGrand also said in the release.

Ticket prices range from $35 to $55. To buy tickets, visit the Egyptian Theatre box office, call 815-758-1225, or visit egyptiantheatre.org.

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Excavation work, including digging or plowing around a home or business, is the most common cause of natural gas emergencies. Before digging, state law requires you contact 811 to have your utility lines professionally marked for free. After calling, you must wait the required amount of time before digging, so that underground utility lines can be located and marked.. Pipeline Security

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Holes in fences or open gates

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Kishwaukee Concert Band to open 24th concert season Oct. 19

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The Kishwaukee Concert Band will open its 24th concert season with a performance to honor the late William “Bill” Schulze,” of Elburn, fellow musician and friend of the band, according to a news release.

The free concert starts at 3 p.m. Oct. 19 at the Boutell Concert Hall in the Northern Illinois University Music Building, 550 Lucinda Ave., DeKalb.

Conducted by Dave Lehman and John Feken, the concert will feature music including “Golden Jubilee,” by John Philip Sousa, which celebrates his 50th anniversary conducting.

“Danny Boy,” arranged by Warren Baker, turns one of the most haunting melodies into a concert band ballad.

Frank Ticheli’s “Sundance” evokes joy and is a ballet of playful motives and warm melodies.

“Fanfare and Flourishes,” by James Curnow, features brass fanfares, woodwinf flourishes and horn rips. “Novena,” arranged by James Swearington, includes a sensitive opening, rhythmic vitality, and strong lyrical writing. Vernon Duke’s “Autumn in New York” is a jazz standard embracing pleasure’s hollowness.

“Mountain Thyme,” by Samuel R. Hazo, is a musical memorial of the death of a young child. “My Fair Lady,” arranged by Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe, includes selections from the 1956 Broadway musical of the same name.

The Kishwaukee Concert Band is a nonprofit comprised of volunteer players who have played an instrument in the past.

For information, visit the band’s Facebook page or kishconcertband. com.

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Pipeline markers and right of way

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Information about transmission pipelines operating in your community can be accessed online at https://www.npms. phmsa.dot.gov, courtesy of the National Pipeline Mapping System (NPMS)

Pipeline integrity management is a process for assessing and mitigating pipeline risks to reduce the likelihood and consequences of incidents.

Our comprehensive plan that fully addresses these processes, especially for locations deemed highconsequence areas, is available at nicorgas.com/ integritymanagementplan.

Stay alert and stay safe!

Natural gas pipeline incidents are uncommon, and you can help prevent them, even if you are not a Nicor Gas customer. Below are tips to identify and respond to a possible natural gas leak.

LOOK for blowing dirt, discolored vegetation or continued bubbling in standing water.

LISTEN for a hissing or roaring noise near a natural gas appliance or line.

SMELL for the distinctive, rotten-egg odor associated with natural gas. Natural gas is colorless and odorless, so we add a chemical odorant called mercaptan for easy detection. If you detect even a small amount of this odor, act immediately.

Note: Be aware that “odorant fade ” while uncommon, occurs when a physical or chemical process causes the level of odorant in the gas to be reduced. This can happen in both existing gas pipe and new installations. Some individuals may not be able to detect the odorant because they have a diminished sense of smell, because the scent is being masked by other odors in the area or because the odorant has diminished. Some gas lines, due to their unique function, may not have odor at all.

If you detect even a small amount of this odor in the air:

Do not try to identify the source or to stop the leak yourself. Leave the area immediately, and move a safe distance away,

Avoid using any sources of ignition, such as cellphones, cigarettes, matches, flashlights, electronic devices, motorized vehicles, light switches or landlines, as natural gas can ignite from a spark or open flame, possibly causing a fire or explosion. While natural gas is nontoxic in confined spaces it can displace oxygen potentially causing asphyxiation.

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Retirement workshop set for Oct. 21 in DeKalb

Adults interested in learning about the best ways to prepare for retirement can learn how at a workshop held at the DeKalb Public Library.

The free workshop will begin at 2 p.m. Oct. 21 in the library’s lower-level Bilder Family Meeting Room, 309 Oak St. Attendees can learn about social security strategies, estate and legal planning, Medicare basics, long-term care options, managing market risks, retirement income planning, and protecting savings from taxes. The workshop will be led by financial specialist Jeorge Holmes. No registration is required to attend.

For information, email brittak@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 2100.

NIU Mariachi Ensemble to perform Oct. 18 in DeKalb

The DeKalb Public Library will host an after-hours concert featuring the Northern Illinois University Mariachi Ensemble. The free concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 18 in the library’s main lobby, 309 Oak St.

The ensemble will perform traditional and contemporary Mariachi music. The doors to the library open at 6 p.m. No registration is required to attend.

For information, email samanthah@dkpl. org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 1701.

DeKalb library to host drop-in craft poetry events Oct. 14

Elementary school students will be able to participate in a school-related game, activity, or craft during a DeKalb Public Library drop-in event.

The free event will be held at 6 p.m. Oct. 14 in the library’s youth department, 309 Oak St.Attendees will be able to create magnetic and blackout poetry. No registration is required to attend.

A drop-in event also will be held for sixth through eighth grade students at 6 p.m. Oct. 14 in the library’s Teen Room.

Participants can make Edgar Allan Poe-related magnetic and found poetry. No registration is required to attend.

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LOOKING BACK

1925 – 100 YEARS AGO

E. E. Cooper, age about 25, of Chicago, alleged to have stolen several cars in Chicago and delivered them to three young men in DeKalb who sold them to persons in DeKalb and in other cities, was arrested shortly after 12 o’clock this afternoon by Chicago detectives. The arrest was brought about by the DeKalb police department, who secured the information that led to Cooper’s arrest.

The contractors who have been in charge of the construction of the road between Sycamore and DeKalb have been loading a car with machinery and other equipment preparatory for its shipment to Sullivan. The work of the firm is about completed in this “neck of the woods” and the contractor will send his machinery and other necessary road making tools to his home for the winter, as the weather is getting too cold for much more of such work.

Several days ago, Mrs. Lillian Latter placed on display at the First National bank a beet, weighing over seven pounds, with the announcement, “Can you “beet” this??” The feat has been “Beet.” Axel Cronlund, of this city, claims the distinction of having a beet that weighs more than Mrs. Latter’s Garden product placed on display and today had on display at the bank a sugar beet weighting 10½ pounds. The beet is one of the largest ever grown in this community, it is said, and has been attracting much attention.

Work was started yesterday on the removal of the “stop” signs that had been erected on Fourth street by the Chicago Motor Club about four weeks ago. The work was no doubt done by the city force of man as Terry Redmond, DeKalb manager of the Chicago Motor Club, last evening stated that he knew nothing of the removal of the signs. The signs were ordered to be taken down at the last council meeting, but several of the city officials later stated that they thought the signs would be left standing until the next session of the council, when the matter of making Fourth street a through street or designating some other street in DeKalb as Route 23 would be settled if possible.

1950– 75 YEARS AGO

The Sycamore fire department has opened an all-out drive to complete the equipment

leaves for art objects, to make an old-fashioned leaf pile. Finding the pile too tempting to resist, the students then leapt into the collection.

Handcrafted works from hooked rugs to dolls will be on sale at the Sunday Open House and Craft Sale at the Sheltered Village in Genoa. All the items have been made by the residents, and profits will go for the purchase of additional equipment and supplies for the Village on Route 23.

Jerrie Kaus of rural Hinckley submitted the top bid for rental of the Afton Forest Preserve farmland Tuesday. Kaus’ bid of $96.52 per acre for the 198 acres was approved by the County Forest Preserve Committee. A lease for the rental will be signed soon and payment of the total amount, $19,110.96 is due on or before March 1 of next year.

2000 – 25 YEARS AGO

complements for its new utility truck, which can then be put into use. The expenditures of more than $2,000 has left the department equipment fund depleted, however, and outside help will be needed to finish equipping the truck for use. The truck has been outfitted with a siren, red light, pitch forks, shovels, garden hose, interior lettering and other minor items from the department equipment fund.

Leon Faber, Sandwich shortwave radio “ham” has what is called the biggest aerial ever erected by a non-commercial operator. Faber has a pole 125 feet high which supports an amazing array of aerials in the yard of his home near here. The towering mast which required three railroad flat cars to transport from the Pacific coast, weighs 2,500 pounds and it all rotates. The mast was erected last July with hundreds of willing and eager radio “hams” from all over this section of the country helping.

Wendell Chestnut, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Waldo Chestnut of Rural Route One of Kirkland has been elected as secretary of the YMCA at Monmouth College. Chestnut is a senior at the school and is a graduate of the Maple Park High School.

A dental X-ray program is planned on a

county basis in grade and high schools. All students are eligible to take advantage of this opportunity, provided the card which the student brought home has been signed by the parents giving consent. There is not a charge for the X-rays.

Employees of the Kane County Title Company at Geneva have a warning from the boss today to vote in the election November 7 or lose their jobs. Aldridge J. Yates, president of the first, posted a notice on the bulletin board which told the 45 workers to “vote November 7 or don’t show up thereafter because your places will be filled by loyal Americans.”

1975 – 50 YEARS AGO

The rush is on to get this year’s record corn and soybean crops dried in county elevators. Soybeans, which are ready for drying before corn, still are being processed and no farmers are standing in line with their corn. Farmers say the corn harvest is bearing out the United States Department of Agricultural predictions that Illinois will lead the nation in corn production.

The old adage “All work and no play” was taken seriously by the kindergarten class at St. Mary’s school on Fourth Street. The young students took time out from finding

DeKalb County may be getting another area code. A telecommunications industry group has petitioned the Illinois Commerce Commission for approval of a plan that will create a second area code in the region served by the 815-area code.

Regarded by many as the greatest female water polo player of all time, Maureen O’Toole waited 23 years to make it to the Olympics. Her hard work and patience culminated in an Olympic silver medal at the first-ever women’s water polo competition as part of the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.

The group responsible for several commercial developments along Sycamore Road is now looking to build a combination gas station/convenience store/drivethrough fast good restaurant on West Lincoln Highway.

Should the official Missing In Action flag have a permanent home in the sky over the DeKalb County Courthouse? According to a report hard by the County Board’s Executive Committee, John Monroe of Kingston wants the MIA flag to fly daily along with the federal and state flags in front of the county courthouse.

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The Rotaract Club of Sycamore recently announced the launch of its official Sycamore Pumpkin Festival apparel fundraiser to support the community.

The fundraiser is the only official Pumpkin Festival shirts, sweatshirts, and vests source.

The apparels featured design celebrated the festivals “Pumpkins at the Movies” theme and the Sycamore State Theater’s 100th anniversary. Preorders are available through Oct. 15 online at stores.inksoft.com/2025_sycamore_ pumpkin_fest/shop/home.

Participants can select shipping or free pick-up at the club’s festival booth. Attendees will be able to buy certain apparel at the Rotaract Club of Sycamore’s booth during the Pumpkin Festival.

The Rotaract Club of Sycamore is a nonprofit service organization for young professionals and community members dedicated to community improvement through volunteer service and fundraising.

For information, visit rotaractclubofsycamore.com or facebook.com/ rotaractclubofsycamore.

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Vigil remembers lives lost to domestic violence

By CAMDEN LAZENBY clazenby@shawmedia.com

Editor’s note: Are you suffering from domestic abuse or violence? Safe Passage, a DeKalb-based shelter and advocacy agency, offers a 24/7 crisis hotline. Call 815-756-5228 or text 815-393-1995.

You can also call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-7997233ortextSTARTto88788.Ifyouarein immediate danger, call 911.

Dozens came together Monday, Oct. 6, in DeKalb to create a safe space for those impacted by domestic violence at Safe Passage’s annual domestic violence awareness candlelight vigil.

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Jana Roe, a domestic violence survivor and activist, speaks during the Safe Passage Candlelight Vigil and Survivor Speak Out Monday, Oct. 6, at the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb.

domestic violence tragically impact our community with lives being taken too soon,” Versluys said. “But please remember that even when domestic violence is not making local headlines, it continues to impact the lives in our community every single day.”

Throughout the candlelight vigil, a slideshow displayed photos of six local women who were killed as a result of domestic violence.

Those women were memorialized while members of the public shared their own stories of surviving domestic violence.

Among those remembered was Kimberly Parsons Hurley, who was found dead in her Sycamore home in November 2024. The memorial shared by Safe Passage noted that she had been inspired by musical artist Jelly Roll.

Rebecca Versluys, newly appointed

The vigil was held at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., and attended by many in the greater DeKalb County community, including family and friends of those who authorities said were killed by acts of domestic violence. They pleaded for the public not to ignore the signs of domestic violence and abuse, and encouraged anyone who sees those signs to take action.

executive director of Safe Passage who has worked with the agency for 28 years, said she thinks the public might not realize how prevalent domestic violence is locally.

“With great sadness, we have seen

Jaedyn Hill was honored as a loving mother who had a contagious passion for life that was the source of happiness and joy for many of her peers. In February, an Ashton teen pleaded guilty to first-degree murder, admitting he used a

See VIGIL, page 12

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Northern Rehab to offer fall prevention presentation

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists and the Kishwaukee Family YMCA will hold a “Fall and Injury Prevention” presentation as part of its Lunch and Learn educational series.

The free event will be held at 11 a.m. Oct. 16 at the Kishwaukee Family YMCA, 2500 Bethany Road, Sycamore.

Attendees can learn about identifying fall risk factors, fall effects, fall prevention guidelines, and balance exercises to reduce fall risk. The presentation will be led by

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belt to strangle Hill, his girlfriend, to death in 2024 in the apartment they shared.

Jasmine Dejournette, a DeKalb woman who was beaten to death in January 2025, was remembered for her deep love for music and dancing. A man who police said was her boyfriend at the time of her death was charged with two counts of first-degree murder, felony aggravated domestic battery and unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon, according to records filed in DeKalb County court on Jan. 9.

DeKalb High School freshman Gracie Sasso-Cleveland, 15, was murdered by an adult man on May 4, 2023. She was remembered for her love for her pets and animals, her ability to play piano and violin, and her desire to become a veterinarian or attend beauty school.

U.S. Army veteran and Northern Illinois University law school student Stacia Hollinshead was memorialized for her 11 years of military service as an intelligence analyst. Hollinshead, a DeKalb County prosecutor, was shot 15 times by her ex-husband in front of their 5-yearold daughter in March 2019.

Idalia Ruiz, an El Jimador waitress and Northern Illinois University STEM student, was also among those memorialized at the candlelight vigil.

While not included in the memorial slideshow, married couple Gary and Holly Schmidt also were remembered. They were found dead in their Sycamore home a week ago. Their son, 35, has been charged with four counts of first-degree murder in connection to their violent deaths. A long moment of silence was held in their honor Monday night.

Domestic abuse is not always outwardly violent, however. Versulys said

physical therapist Kristin Christian. Refreshments will be provided by Hy-Vee. Due to limited space, registration is required to attend. To register, visit kishymca.org or call 815-375-5392.

The Kishwaukee Family YMCA is a nonprofit that seeks to enrich the spirit, mind and body of all those in the community, especially families and children, regardless of ability to pay.

For information, visit northernrehabpt.com/ events, call 815-375-5392, or visit kishymca. org.

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its important for people to know there are many signs of domestic abuse because there are a variety of different types of domestic abuse, including emotional, mental, verbal, psychological and financial, as well as other abuses.

Safe Passage provides services to those experiencing domestic abuse at all hours of the day, every day of the year, all year.

Hayley Garcia, who coordinates the organization’s counseling services, told the crowd that two in five women, and one in four men, will experience domestic abuse in their lifetimes.

“Our counselors are here to help survivors process their emotions, and or the impact of the domestic violence by helping them navigate their healing journey,” Garcia said.

As a part of the annual event, Safe Passage hosted an art display, containing the stories of domestic abuse survivors, as a part of the vigil. This year’s theme for the art display was “Love shouldn’t hurt.”

Becca Carlino said the art installation shows that a safe future is possible for those who’ve suffered domestic violence.

“When seeing these books, we are reminded of something powerful, that our stories are never set in stone,” Carlino said. “Like these pages that once carried old words, we too can take what is written in our past and reshape it into something new, something healing, something ours.”

Kelsey Gettle, with Safe Passage, said the nonprofit social service agency helps people identify if they are in a dangerous relationship.

“This may be your first vigil, your second vigil, your 10th vigil, and you still showed up,” Gettle said. “You showed up for you, for someone that you love, or just because. It took strength and courage to be here. We stand by you, we believe you and we are here for you, always. And remember, love shouldn’t hurt.”

Kishwaukee College Foundation receives Amboy High School Class donation

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The Kishwaukee College Foundation recently received a donation from members of Amboy High School’s class of 2014 to support the foundation’s Mathew J. Rood Diesel Power Technology Scholarship.

The check donation was presented to Kishwaukee College Foundation development director Courtney Walz at Amboy Depot Days.

The donations were collected during the class’s school reunion. The class members collected the funds to

support the scholarship named after classmate Mathew Rood. The scholarship was created to help future students by Pete Rood, Mathew Rood’s father. Rood said the class’s gift moved him.

“It just shows there are still good young people out there,” Rood said in a news release.

The Mathew J. Rood DPT Scholarship is one of Kishwaukee College’s 115 scholarship funds. The funds provided $585,671 to support student through scholarships in 2024.

For information, email foundation@kish.edu, call 815-825-9803, or visit kish.edu/foundation.

NIU performances of ‘Julius Caesar’ begin Oct. 10 in DeKalb

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The Northern Illinois University School of Theatre and Dance will open its 2025-2026 season with performances of the historical tragedy play “Julius Caesar.”

The play will run from Oct. 10 through Oct. 18.

“Julius Caesar,” originally written by William Shakespeare, tells the story of the political conspiracy to assassinate Roman emperor Julius Caesar and the following civil war. A cast and crew members talkback will be held following the performance Oct. 11.

The talkback is being moderated Gibson Cima, an NIU associate professor and head of theater studies.

The cast includes Antonio Horn as Caesar, Skylar Thompson as Mark Anthony, Kayla Crispino as Brutus and Sophia Dimond as Cassius.

The NIU production will be directed by Kay Martinovich, an NIU associate professor and head of BFA acting. Tickets are available online at

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“USDA’s Current Population Survey Food Security Supplement has never been a perfect resource, but it has been a valuable one that helped us to track trends over time, highlight the experiences of households and children, and understand how programs and support can influence families’ stability and self-sufficiency,” Yurko said.

She said insights from the survey helped inform investments that strengthened solutions in the fight against hunger “right here in northern Illinois.”

Despite the news, Yurko said the Northern Illinois Food Bank plans to continue in its mission to help those who are food insecure.

“While we don’t yet know the full impact this news will have on Northern Illinois Food Bank or on SNAP recipients in Illinois, we’re committed to making sure our neighbors continue to have uninterrupted access to food,”

go.niu.edu/arts-tickets.

“In my work directing Shakespeare, I am interested in offering women the opportunity to play some of ‘the Bard’s’ most iconic roles,” Martinovich said in a news release.

“In this production, Brutus and Cassius are played by women, as are many of the conspirators. There is power in representation … and in reimagining who gets to wield ‘power’ onstage.

“My adaptation derives from a version provided to me by my friend Matt O’Brien, who revised it from Orson Welles’ groundbreaking 1937 production. What I hope for in our production is an urgent ‘Julius Caesar’ that not only bridges the past with the present but also resonates deeply in our current moment.”

Performances of “Julius Caesar” will begin at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10 and 11 and Oct. 16 and 17 at the Black Box Theatre in the NIU Stevens Building. There also will be matinee performances at 2 p.m. Oct. 12 and 18.

For information, visit niuarts. com/caesar.

she said.

Loaves & Fishes Community Services, which provides food assistance and nutrition, also remains committed to its mission. The organization serves DuPage County as well as Will, Kane and Kendall counties.

“At Loaves & Fishes, we see every week how hunger impacts children, seniors and working families in our community,” said Megan Lynch, executive vice president of advancement for Loaves & Fishes. “Reliable data is essential to connecting those lived experiences to broader patterns and ensuring that resources are directed to effective solutions that support our neighbors.

“As Feeding America has noted, the USDA’s Current Population Survey Food Security Supplement was never perfect, but it provided valuable insights to track trends and guide solutions. As the USDA sunsets this report, we remain steadfast in our commitment to work with partners to measure and understand food insecurity in our region – so together we can build stronger, healthier communities.”

LIBRARY NEWS

DeKalb library to host annual talent show Oct. 17

The DeKalb Public Library will hold its annual DeKalb Has Talent Show for children in third through eighth grades to show off various talents.The free talent show will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 17 in the library’s main lobby, 309 Oak St.

The talent show features dancers, comedians, rappers, poets, and singers. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, and third place winners in third through fifth grade and sixth through eighth grade categories.The talent show also includes a Halloween costume contest. The show categories first and second place winners will earn prizes. Registration is required to participate. To register, visit dkpl.org. For information, email yooneks@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 1071.

DeKalb library to hold democracy series Oct. 18

Children ages four to seven can participate in stories and activities to become more thoughtful community members during a program at the DeKalb Public Library.

The free program will begin at 10 a.m.

Oct. 18 in the library’s Story and Activity Room, 309 Oak St.

Attendees will be able to discuss compromise, communication, and problem solving. The program includes an activity, story, and discussion. Children must be accompanied by a parent. No registration is required to attend.

For information, email theresaw@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 3350.

DeKalb library to host programming workshop Oct. 19

Teens and adults can be introduced to computer programming at a DeKalb Public Library workshop.

The free workshop will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 19 in the library’s lower-level Zimmerman Meeting Room, 309 Oak St.

Participants can explore Python language basics with Google Colaboratory. Laptops will be provided. Attendees must have a Google account. Due to limited space, the workshop is first-come, first-served. No registration is required to attend.

For information, email emilyb@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 2150.

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5 QUESTIONS SENIORS CAN ASK THEIR DOCTORS DURING ROUTINE CHECKUPS

Seniors may not have the same busy schedules they did when they were younger and juggling an assortment of personal and professional responsibilities. But one constant on many seniors schedules is routine trips to see their doctors. Trips to see primary care physicians and specialists are part of many seniors monthly routines. Such appointments can ensure seniors stay healthy throughout their golden years, especially when patients remain vigilant and engage with their physicians during office visits. One of the most effective ways to remain an engaged patient is to ask questions during each appointment, and the following are five queries seniors can keep in mind as they prepare for their next appointment.

1. Is my blood pressure high? This is a vital inquiry because high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, has been linked to a host health problems, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, kidney disease, and diminished vision.

2. What can I do to lower my blood pressure? If doctors discover high blood pressure, ask for a detailed plan to lower that blood pressure, including safe physical activities and dietary recommendations.

3. Do I need to change my medications? Though the data is somewhat outdated, the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey and the Canadian Health Measures Survey revealed in 2019 that nearly seven in 10 adults between the ages of 40 and 79 in the United States and 65 percent of adults in Canada used at least one prescription drug in the 30 days prior to being surveyed. Roughly one in five adults in the same age group in each country acknowledged using at least five prescription drugs. If seniors find those statistics familiar, then it’s wise to ask their doctors if there’s anything they need to change or look out for. Adverse medication interactions can be dangerous and even deadly, so it’s imperative all of a patient’s doctors are up-to-date on any drugs they might be taking.

4. Can I do anything to improve mobility? A 2020 study published in the journal Frontiers in Physiology noted that 35 percent of persons age 70 and over live with mobility limitations. Reduced mobility can increase risk for falls and hospitalization and lead to a reduction in quality of life. When visiting their physicians, seniors can report any mobility issues and ask what they can do to address them and prevent them from progressing.

5. Do I need additional health screenings? Screening saves lives, even if exams can sometimes be inconvenient if not unpleasant. Seniors can use each doctor’s appointment as an opportunity to discuss screenings and determine if there’s any additional tests they should be getting each year.

SENIOR SERVICES

Housing Authority of the County of DeKalb

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310 North Sixth Street DeKalb, Illinois 60115

310 North Sixth Street DeKalb, Illinois 60115 Phone 815.758.2692

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Housing Authority of the County of DeKalb 310 North Sixth Street • DeKalb, Illinois 60115 Phone 815.758.2692 • Fax 815.758.4190

Housing Authority of the County of DeKalb 310 North Sixth Street • DeKalb, Illinois 60115 Phone 815.758.2692 • Fax 815.758.4190

The Housing Authority of the County of DeKalb is accepting pre-applications for the Low Income Public Housing Program from applicants who are income eligible and have two (2) or more local preferences. Sequoya Apartments in Shabbona is accepting applications from the Elderly and/ or Disabled. The Housing Choice Voucher Program is accepting applications from households who are income eligible and whose Head, Spouse or Sole Member is Elderly (62 or older) and/or households whose Head, Spouse or Sole Member has a verifiable Disability.

The Housing Authority of the County of DeKalb is accepting pre-applications for the Low Income Public Housing Program from applicants who are income eligible and have

The Housing Authority of the County of DeKalb is accepting pre-applications for the Low Income Public Housing Program from applicants who are income eligible and have two (2) or more local preferences. Sequoya Apartments in Shabbona is accepting applications from the Elderly and/ or Disabled. The Housing Choice Voucher Program is accepting applications from households who are income eligible and whose Head, Spouse or Sole Member is Elderly (62 or older) and/or households whose Head, Spouse or Sole Member has a verifiable Disability.

The Housing Authority of the County of DeKalb is accepting pre-applications for the Low Income Public Housing Program from applicants who are income eligible and have two (2) or more local preferences. Sequoya Apartments in Shabbona is accepting applications from the Elderly and/or Disabled. The Housing Choice Voucher Program is accepting applications from households who are income eligible and whose Head, Spouse or Sole Member is Elderly (62 or older) and/or households whose Head, Spouse or Sole Member has a verifiable Disability.

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DeKalb Chamber welcomes Children’s Learning Center

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed the Children’s Learning Center to its membership. Chamber staff, community and board members, and ambassadors

the Children’s Learning Center joining the chamber with a ribbon-cutting Sept. 17. The Children’s Learning Center, 905 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, offers a comprehensive approach to early childhood education. For information, visit clcchildcare.org or call 815-756-3506.

About George Brothers Paving Company

Since 1956, George Brothers Paving Company has proudly served DeKalb County and its neighboring areas, spanning four generations of family ownership.

Founded by Steve George, our commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction has been the cornerstone of our business for over six decades. We specialize in a comprehensive range of services including asphalt paving, seal coating, concrete flatwork, and chip seal on driveways and parking lots; we’ve evolved to meet the diverse needs of both residential and commercial clients.

With a focus on attention to detail, our team ensures that every project is completed to the highest standards. Phone 815-762-6781 | email georgebrospaving@gmail.com

Community Shoe Box in DeKalb closes

In a social media post, the lead organizer cited “disrespect of my family’s space, and my time and energy,” as reasons for needing to shut down the charity operation.

“I am so sorry to those of you who rely on this resource, truly,” the lead organizer wrote. “I kept this going as long as possible, but I am not able to continue.”

By MEGANN HORSTEAD mhorstead@shawmedia.com

Community Shoe Box, a DeKalb charity organization that aimed to provide free shoes to all with no questions asked, has closed for good, its lead organizer announced.

Located on the front porch of a residence at 612 Haish Boulevard, Community Shoe Box is no longer accepting donations or shoes for recycling, effective Sunday, Oct. 5.

On Oct. 6, the lead organizer planned to begin dismantling the shelving outside her home.

This doesn’t have to spell the end for Community Shoe Box altogether.

The lead organizer suggested hosting the charity operation at another location.

“If anyone would like to host the Community Shoe Box at a new location, please reach out,” the lead organizer wrote. “I will donate all of the supplies, shelving and shoes we currently have.”

Shaw Local News Network file photo DeKalb School District 428 Education Center in DeKalb, IL on Thursday, May 13, 2021.

DeKalb schools launch search for new superintendent

Responses to remain anonymous, open until midnight Oct. 15

By MEGANN HORSTEAD mhorstead@shawmedia.com

DeKalb School District 428 has launched a community survey as it embarks on a search for a new superintendent, and district stakeholders are encouraged to weigh in.

It is all part of the process of selecting the district’s next top administrator. Officials said the next superintendent should share the same affinity for the district’s core values, mission and vision, all while maintaining focus on student growth and achievement.

“We invite and encourage all stakeholders to participate in the D-428 Superintendent Search Survey, which will be instrumental in helping us articulate the combination of credentials, experiences, leadership skills and personal traits our next leader will demonstrate,” board President Chris Boyes said in a letter to district staff and families.

Superintendent Minerva Garcia-Sanchez announced in August that she plans to step down when her contract expires in 2026.

The survey is open through midnight Oct. 15. All responses will be anonymous.

The district intends to search independently without an outside firm.

The survey invites community input as officials seek to create a leadership profile outlining personal and professional characteristics necessary for success in the role.

The district has created a superintendent search website to act as a hub for updates, timelines and opportunities to get involved. Information also may be disseminated through the district’s website, direct correspondence with staff and families, and school board meetings.

Boyes said the community’s input throughout this process is important in selecting the district’s next leader.

“We look forward to engaging with our internal and external stakeholders throughout this process to select our next visionary leader,” Boyes said in the letter. “We encourage and welcome everyone to take advantage of opportunities to provide their feedback, which will directly inform the leadership profile for our next superintendent, helping to ensure the voices of our community are heard and represented in the final candidate selection process.”

FREE ELECTRONICS COLLECTION

October

18,

2025

from 9am to 12 pm at DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport, located at 2200 Pleasant St. DeKalb, IL 60115

*Enter from the East at County Farm Rd

DeKalb County residents only. Proof of address is required.

City of DeKalb residents can use the E-Waste Collection by LRS, Sycamore, Genoa, and Kirkland residents can use the At Your Door Service by Waste Management.

Contact LRS at 815-770-7550 or DeKalb@LRSrecycles.com or Waste Management at 1-800-449-7587, At YourDoor@WM.com or visit WMatYourDoor.com to schedule your pickup.

Office Equipment & Products

• Telephones

• Phone Systems

• Answering Machines

• Fax Machines

• Copy Machines

• Cellular Phones

• Pagers

• Postage Machines

ITEMS ACCEPTED

Small Home Appliances & Improvement Products

• Microwave Ovens

• Hair Dryers

• Circuit Breaker Boxes

• Rechargeable Batteries

• Electronic Motors

• Wire

• Toasters

• Coffee Makers (No Glass)

• Blenders, Mixers, etc. (No Glass)

Home Entertainment & Other Items

• TVs

• VCRs

• DVD Players

• Stereo Equipment (No

• Wooden Speakers)

• Joy Sticks

• Cameras

• Camcorders

• Video Game Players

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED

• Smoke Detectors

• AC Units

• Large Appliances

• Refrigerators

• Wooden Speakers

• Alkaline Batteries

• Car & Marine Batteries

• Hazardous Material

• Power Tools

• Vacuum Cleaners

• LightBulbs

• Bags

• Plastic Containers

• Dehumidifiers

Questions?

Computers & Peripherals

• CD-ROM Drives

• Floppy Disk Drives

• Plotters

• Mouse

• Keyboards

• Scanners

• Cables

• PCs

• Main Frames

• Modems

• Printers

• Monitors

• Terminals

• Tape Drives

Contact the DeKalb County Solid Waste Specialist at 815-748-2408 or recycle@dekalbcounty.org or visit our website,health.dekalbcounty.org/ services/solid-waste-and-recycling/

AMUSEMENTS

DeKalb Corn Classic race broke record for runners this year

Largest-ever race with 750 entries, organizer says

By KELSEY RETTKE krettke@shawmedia.com

The DeKalb Corn Classic, a 5K and 10K race that steers runners through the city and onto the Northern Illinois University campus, saw its largest number of participants this year, organizers said.

The 46th annual race was Sept. 28. Race director Kelli Hamilton said the race had 750 entries, a record for the event.

Runners paced themselves through downtown DeKalb, trav-

eled along the Kishwaukee River through Prairie Park, ran through the NIU campus and Huskie Stadium, and ended in Van Buer Plaza.

The ninth annual Taste of DeKalb, hosted by the Kishwaukee Sunrise Rotary Club, offered local fare as part of a post-run celebration.

Presenting sponsors included FNBO and Shaw Media.

See CORN CLASSIC, page 24

DeKalb agency hosting Domestic Violence Awareness events

DeKalb agency marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month

By KELSEY RETTKE krettke@shawmedia.com

DeKalb-based Safe Passage, a nonprofit social service agency that supports those impacted by domestic violence, will host a number of events in October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

This year’s national theme is “With Survivors, Always.” Safe Passage’s October theme is “Love Shouldn’t Hurt.”

For more information, visit www.safepassagedv.org.

Safe Passage will host other events throughout the month to spread awareness:

• All month: Downtown DeKalb-based Willrett Flower Co. has partnered with Safe Passage to hold a fundraiser through Oct. 31. Buy a “Give Back” bouquet through the month and proceeds will benefit Safe Passage pro grams and mission.

• Oct. 11: Free Family Fun Run: A family-friendly run and walk, crafts, games and more kick off at 10 a.m. at Lions Community Park in Waterman

• Oct. 11: Paint the Town Purple Begins: You’re invited to help turn the town purple, the color of domestic violence awareness month, to stand in solidarity with survivors and support community campaigns.

• Oct. 16: Purple Thursday: Take the purple pledge against domestic violence. Share your picture with Safe Passage using the hashtag #SafePassage and #PurpleThursday to spread the word online and social media.

• Oct. 18: Book Club featuring “The Great Alone.” The club will meet at 10 a.m. at the DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St., to discuss themes of domestic violence throughout the novel with experts in the field and community.

• Oct. 28-30: Jersey Mike’s Fundraiser: Get a donation card from one of Safe Passage’s October events to receive a free regular sub with a $3 donation to Safe Passage

‘TIS THE SEASON TO EARN YOUR CDL

Truck Driver Training at Kishwaukee College

Have downtime during the winter months? Truck operators are needed for seasonal employment. Start your training at Kish today.

» Train with industry professionals

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» Classes offered monthly

Financial assistance is available through the Kane County Workforce Development Division to those who qualify.

MARENGO BARN SALE 18412 Deerpath Trail

Friday, Sa turday, Sunday October 17, 18, and 19t h 9am

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HUGE WOOD WORKING AND LANDSCAPER AUCTION *

The following Trust an d busine ss liquidation items will be so ld at no reserve to th e highest bidder at au ction, located at 920 Prairie Drive, Sycamore, Illinois Enter Prairie Street off Peace Road. Watch for Almbur g Au ction signs.

Saturday, October 18th - starti ng at 9:30am

Landscaper Equipment:

Ni ssan 5K 2 stage LP forkli ft. 14 Ft 2 stage mast, si de shi ft. Runs great; Toro SGR-13 Stump grinder; Bobcat 3301 0 commercial walk behind lawn mower; B obcat 3 401 0 commercial lawn mower; Permagreen 25 0 Ri ding Fert Spreader ; Litt le Wonder Bed Shaper Hydro 9 00; Wright Standerx commerci al lawn mower; 6 Toro Power Clean 51 8ZR snowbl owers; Honda HS 80 Snowblower; 2Honda HS520 snowblowers; Lots of gas powered weed eaters, hedge trimmers; Chain saws; Leaf blowers; Yard and gar den tool s and lots of other it ems used in the landscaping and maintenance business. If you do Landscaping, mowing or other outdoor work, you need to be here! All sells at NO RESERVE! ** Inspection of ite ms Friday, October 17t h 10-2 **

Prof essi onal Woodworking Power Tools:

Delta Iron Bed 1440 wood lathe; Other wood working laths; Delta vertical band saw; Laguna 16 vert ical band saw; Delta planer s; Makita 40 0 pl aner; several ot her planers; 12” and 4” pl aners; Several Radial arm saws; Worm drive saws; Table saws; Delt a Uni saw; RBI Scroll saw; We will ha ve a hay rack full of electr ic power tools, sanders, dri lls, saws, router s, 1 00' s of cl amps; shelving; Parts Bins, El ectrical, plumbing par ts; Tool boxes; Hardware items, supplies and parts. Many items wi ll be sold in bulk, due to the quantity of these smal ler items. Many part s bins and tool boxes, Every par ts bin and tool box is just loaded with hardware and parts! US VAN Truck box 18f t. Long Frei ght doors. Used as stor age contai ner. Very good shape. Make arrangements now to remove Should easi ly be transported on a roll back truck. Several nice pieces of office furniture, chairs, shel ves, desks, mini fridge, pallet racking, ai r compressors, electric cords and much much more ** Inspection of items Friday, October 17t h 10-2 **

Auctioneers Note: Everyt hing sells at NO RESERVE! Bring your trucks, trailers and a helper You will not get this op portunit y to bu y these kind

Almburg Auction, Malta, Il li nois 815 -7 39- 3703 Pictures on web site www.almburgauctions.com