Alex T. Paschal
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Flashback: The 2019 Sterling Warriors defend their 3A volleyball title
The 3A volleyball defending champions took to the court last November riding a winning streak and a determination to keep the title in Sterling. On day one in Bloomington, the Warriors dispatched Nazareth in straight sets before facing off against Joliet Catholic in the finale. → Read More
Flashback: Newman Comets lock up their sixth state football title
Under first year coach Brandon Kreczmer, the Comets rolled to an improbable 35-14 victory over Nashville to capture Newman's sixth state championship title since 1990. → Read More
Flashback: Polo pummels River Ridge to advance to the 8-man title game
Polo's Tucker Mumford (left) runs the ball while River Ridge defense closes in during the second quarter of the Nov. 15, 2019 Illinois 8-Man Football Association semifinals in Polo. The Marcos rolled to a 64-20 victory over the Hanover school and went on to to win the state title a week later, defeating defeated Milford-Cissna Park 50-26. Look for those Flashback photos next weekend. → Read More
Flashback: Newman faces off against Knoxville in the 2019 quarterfinals
Helmed by first year head coach Brandon Kreczmer, the Newman Central Catholic High Comets travel to Knoxville in quarterfinal football action for a chance to advance to the semis just a week later. Hanging up 28 points and not allowing a single tally, the Blue Machine did advance to the 2A semifinals. → Read More
Photos of the Week 11/8-11/14
Get caught up on news, sports and features from last week in the Sauk Valley. → Read More
Photos: Flashback to 2019 Cross Country State Meet
One year ago this weekend, local runners competed at Detweiler Park in Peoria for the state title in the 2019 cross country season. Take a look back to all the action. → Read More
Photos of the Week:10/25-11/07
Get caught up on news, sports and feature images from the last couple weeks in the Sauk Valley. → Read More
PHOTOS: Voters cast their ballots at Sauk Valley polls
Polling places for in-person voting in the Sauk Valley opened at 6 a.m. this morning and will remain open until 7 p.m. → Read More
Coming together for a better Sauk Valley: Group hosts first Unity Walk
Dozens joined in the first walk event by new organization Sauk Valley Unites, which aims to promote common ground and civility during a year of unrest. → Read More
Sterling teachers organize Halloween treat for remote students
STERLING – In trying times, three teachers wanted to do something creative to get their fourth-graders in the Halloween spirit. → Read More
Boys golf: Class 1A St. Bede Sectional
The 2020 prep golf season wrapped up Wednesday with the Class 1A St. Bede Sectional boys golf tournament, held at Spring Creek Golf Course in Spring Valley. Newman finished fourth as a team and Eastland placed ninth, while individuals from Fulton, Amboy and Erie-Prophetstown also competed. → Read More
Girls golf: Class 1A Rock Falls Sectional
The Rock Falls girls golf team placed fourth on Tuesday at the Class 1A Rock Falls Sectional, while the Dixon Duchesses finished fifth in the eight-team season-ending tournament. Freshman Megan Fiorini led the Rockets with a fifth-place finish after shooting a 78, while senior Olivia Rick paced Dixon with an 81, good for a tie for eighth. → Read More
Girls golf: Class 2A Sterling Regional
Sterling junior Maddie Pink was the lone local to advance out of the Class 2A Sterling Regional on Wednesday at Emerald Hill, tying for fifth place with a 91 to move on to the 2A Dundee-Crown Sectional on Monday. The Golden Warriors finished fifth as a team with a 418. Photos by Alex T. Paschal. → Read More
Photos: County fair fun from 2019
The last few weeks should have been the wrap up of the long time local favorite event, the county fair. Missed was the scent of the frying dough and BBQ. Images of black smoke belching high powered tractors and cowboys picking themselves from the dust will have to wait another year. Take a look back to some scenes from last year's fairs at Lee, Ogle, Carroll and Whiteside County. → Read More
One Hour Photo: Franklin Creek Natural Area
Franklin Creek Natural Area is just northwest of the village of Franklin Creek. This 882-acre park is known for its natural beauty and diverse terrain. The gem of the park is the reconstructed Grist Mill that visitors can see in action. With fishing, hiking, and horse trails, the park is as adventurous as you are. → Read More
Photos: Enjoy a respite in a Rock Falls butterfly garden
Even in these tough times it's important to admire the beauty and wonder around us, and forget even briefly about our troubles. Take a breather and enjoy a tiptoe through the butterfly garden at Centennial park in Rock Falls. → Read More
Photos: Alley Cat Bike Tour in Oregon
White Pelican Inc. organized the Oregon Alley Cat, a bike tour showcasing the art and history of the city. Riders could take any route they wanted to get to different checkpoints on the route where they were asked to take a selfie. Organizers suggested a start at Conover Square, where lots of people were fishing and taking in the first real warm day of the year. → Read More
Photos: Ohio Graduates Recognized by the Town
Graduating seniors from Ohio High School donned their caps and gowns and rode on trucks and a tractor through town. The school and village wanted to do something to recognize the hard work of the students. → Read More
One Hour Photo: Sinnissippi Park
Parks right now are one of the last sanctuaries to recharge, fight the cabin fever and still keep your social distance. Take a tour with SVM photographer Alex T. Paschal as he explores just a fraction of the park to see what one can see and photograph in a spiffy one hour. → Read More
Photos of the Week (5/10-5/16)
Take a look back to images captured by SVM photographers Alex T. Paschal and Michael Krabbenhoeft. → Read More