Geneseo Chamber Announces Christmas Open House Featuring the First Lighting

Zack Sullivan, Executive Director
Geneseo Chamber of Commerce
309-944-2686

Christmas Begins Here.

Geneseo’s annual Christmas Open House is the official kickoff to the holiday season, offering customers a fun and unique holiday shopping experience. This year’s Christmas Open House will be Friday November 15, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in Downtown
Geneseo.

 
 

The City of Geneseo will unveil and turn on its Downtown holiday decorations for the first time this holiday season. Stores will be open late for Candlelight Shopping, and free horse and wagon rides through Downtown Geneseo will be offered, sponsored by Springfield Armory.
The Shop Geneseo! Promotion will also kick off, in which shoppers supporting Geneseo businesses get cards stamped for their purchases, and for every $100spent, they enter into a drawing to win prizes, gift certificates, and more. Supporting local small businesses in Geneseo this holiday season is a win-win!

But, in 2024, we are going big for our holiday kickoff. Earlier this year, an independent arborist advised that the City Christmas Tree, which had served as the centerpiece of Geneseo’s holiday celebrations for over 30 years, is at extreme risk of failure and should be taken down for safety purposes.
The City made the difficult decision to remove the tree this past summer. In June, Geneseo celebrated the tree one final time with an epic summertime Christmas celebration called “The Last Lighting”.
The Last Lighting attracted over 800 people to Downtown Geneseo to see the tree light up one more time. And what an evening it was! Since then, the tree has been removed and a new platform is being built to accommodate the new tree and a better layout for parade announcing during the Geneseo Christmas Walk event, which will be on Saturday December 14, 2024.

Now, let the anticipation begin as Geneseo counts down to “The First Lighting” of the new City Christmas Tree. The new tree is a beautiful artificial tree, and it will become the focal point of Geneseo’s holiday traditions moving forward. It is a stunning tree! The First Lighting will take place at 6:00 pm during the Christmas Open House event, with a countdown led by Santa and Mrs. Claus. We will be closing off the street at the tree and people are invited to take photos with the new tree, enjoy Christmas Music, holiday treats and luminaires!
Of course, Santa will be on hand to help us light the tree for the first time!

For more information, contact the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce at 309-944-2686,

email geneseo@geneseo.org, or visit www.geneseo.org.

Hammond-Henry Welcomes Dr. Owen McConnell and New Chiropractic Services at Geneseo Hospital

GENESEO, IL – The Board of Directors and Administration are pleased to announce that Owen McConnell, DC, ATC, LAT, will start his chiropractic practice at Hammond-Henry Hospital in Geneseo in December. Dr. McConnell’s office will be in the Geneseo Clinic, located on the first floor of the hospital. Those interested in scheduling appointments may do so by calling the Geneseo Medical Group at 309.944.1275. He will also accept walk-ins.

“We are exceptionally proud to have Dr. Owen McConnell expand his role on our team (current certified Athletic Trainer on our sports medicine team). With the addition of the chiropractic service line, we are definitely pioneering some new territory (offering chiropractic care within the hospital setting),” said Wyatt Brieser, Hammond-Henry Hospital VP of Operations. “Chiropractic services are a vital part of the continuum of care for our patients, and there is great benefit to integrating their services with primary care and ancillary services (rehab, imaging, orthopedics).”

Dr. Owen McConnell

“As an administrative team, we’ve spent a great deal of time the past few months listening to what residents in the communities we serve need,” Brieser continued. “Chiropractic care was one of the specialties identified, so we were thrilled when Dr. McConnell signed on with us.” Dr. McConnell will be joined in April by Ally David, DC, who recently graduated as valedictorian of her class at Palmer Chiropractic College.

Dr. McConnell hails from Erie where he resides with his wife and three children. He is a graduate of Erie High School, Central College, and Palmer College of Chiropractic. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training and has a Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. As a certified Athletic Trainer, Dr. McConnell has a sports injury background and knowledge of diagnosis, initial treatment, and rehab exercises to enhance his patients’ recovery.

“I chose chiropractic care because I like the hands-on approach to helping people feel better,” said Dr. McConnell, who uses a variety of techniques but also suggests his patients get muscle work to aid in their healing. “I am committed to providing each patient with exceptional care, offering personalized healthcare solutions tailored to each patients’ unique needs.”

A public open house will be held in Dr. McConnell’s honor on Thursday, November 21 from 3 to 5 pm in the first floor Dining Room at Hammond-Henry Hospital, 600 N. College Avenue, Geneseo. All interested are welcome and encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be served, and there will be small giveaways to all attendees.

Geneseo Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 State Street Market

Zack Sullivan, Executive Director
Geneseo Chamber of Commerce
309-944-2686

Geneseo, IL - The Geneseo Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you into Geneseo on Saturday October 5th for the 2024 State Street Market. A day of shopping, food, live music, and more! A curated list of over 60 vendors and mobile boutiques will be set up along historic State Street in Downtown Geneseo from 10am-5pm. Shop vintage, handmade, and handpicked goods from all over the Midwest region.

Make a day of it! Enjoy excellent shopping and dining city-wide all day long. This year you can expect to see many of past market vendors returning alongside some new names setting up for their very first market. This is a great day to make Geneseo, Illinois a shopping and dining destination. Geneseo is conveniently located in the heart of the Midwest on Interstate 80 and is easily accessible by Interstate 80; Interstate 280; and Interstate 74.

Live music and Fun! Right at the center of State Street Market you will find LIVE MUSIC happening the entire market time. Angela Meyer will perform at State Street Market from 10am-1:30pm and Bobby Ray Bunch will take the hayrack stage from 1:30pm-5pm. Food trucks will be setup for market guests and picnic tables and blankets will be spread out for a safe and fun outdoor dining experience. Geneseo’s brick and mortar stores and restaurants will also be open and ready to greet you.

For more information about the 2024 event, follow State Street Market Geneseo on Facebook and Instagram: @statestreetmarketgeneseo #statestreetmarketgeneseo

Questions? For more information, call the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce at 309-944-2686 or via email at geneseo@geneseo.org.

Hammond-Henry Hospital Welcomes Dr. James Schrier As New General Surgeon

The Board of Directors of Hammond-Henry Hospital and its Administration announce the addition of Dr. James Schrier, FACS, General Surgeon, to its hospital staff, beginning November 1.  

“We believe it is of the utmost importance that we can accommodate all the general surgical needs of our community, and for that reason, we’ve been seeking an additional highly skilled and respected board-certified general surgeon,” said Colton Anderson, Director of Clinics and Provider Recruitment. “We are confident that Dr. Schrier will fulfill this need.”

A Board-certified surgeon, Dr. Schrier performs the following general surgeries: appendectomies, bowel obstructions/resections, breast cancer care, colonoscopies, endoscopies, gall bladder removal, hemorrhoid surgeries, laparoscopic surgeries, port placements, skin cancer removal, and soft tissue mass removal. He will begin serving patients at Hammond-Henry Hospital on November 1.

Dr. Schrier attended the University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts, obtaining his Bachelor of Science degree, and continued his education at the University of Iowa College of Medicine for his Doctorate. He has completed residencies at the University of Iowa in general surgery and family practice. His surgical experience and interests include, but are not limited to, core general surgery, oncology, laparoscopic and advanced laparoscopic surgery, and robotic surgery with the DaVinci robot.

“Dr. Schrier is an outstanding surgeon, and we are grateful to have someone with his expertise and commitment to excellence in healthcare serving on our surgical staff,” said Anderson. Dr. Schrier will join Dr. Matthew Heberer as part of the Hammond-Henry Hospital Surgical Clinic team. Those interested in more information about obtaining a referral are asked to call 309.944.1595.

Hammond-Henry Hospital Welcomes Four New APRNs for Clinic Walk-In Service

The Board of Directors of Hammond-Henry Hospital and its Administration welcome four new Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). These highly qualified nurse practitioners, Emily Bess, Jill Clong, Heather Lowry, and Cassandra Olson will serve patients utilizing walk-in services in Geneseo, Annawan, and Colona, and as needed in the Kewanee and Port Byron clinic offices.

“We constantly listen to the needs of our patients, and because it is imperative for us to ensure everyone is expediently seen when arriving at any of our clinics for walk-in services, we have hired four new APRNs,” said Colton Anderson, Director of Clinics and Provider Recruitment. “These Nurse Practitioners will not be accepting appointments for family practice, but they will offer a much deeper bench of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses for those coming in for walk-in services here at our clinics.”

Anderson added that same-day service is standard at Hammond-Henry’s clinics, but with the addition of these new and/or returning APRNs, the wait time will be greatly reduced along with the ability to keep our walk-in clinic open.

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“We always strive to attain five-star service in everything we do, but with the addition of these APRNs, additional family practice physicians, neurology and sleep medicine services, and soon, more specialists, it is our goal to be your community hospital of choice,” said Anderson. “This is just another step in achieving that goal.”

Regarding walk-in services only, Cassie Olson and Jill Clong will serve the Annawan Clinic, while Kathy Versluis, Dawn Bopes, and Janelle Pillard will serve the Colona Clinic. Treena Adams will serve both the Annawan and Colona Clinics as needed. Emily Bess, Heather Lowry, and Staci Circello will serve the Geneseo Clinic, and Angela Schmieder and Katie Sowder serve the Port Byron Clinic.

Hammond-Henry Hospital has clinics at the following locations:

Annawan Clinic, 203 W. Front Street - Open Monday through Friday from 7 am to 5:30 pm and on Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm (open on Labor Day from 8 am to 2 pm).

Colona Clinic, 1604 Cleveland Road - Open Monday through Friday from 7 am to 7 pm and on Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm (open on Labor Day from 8 am to 2 pm).

Kewanee Clinic, 1258 W. South Street - Open Monday through Friday from 7 am to 4:00 pm for walk-ins, and from 8 am to 4 pm for family practice appointments (closed on Labor Day).

Geneseo Clinic, 600 N. College Avenue - Open Monday through Friday from 7 am to 5:30 pm for walk-ins, and from 8 am to 5 pm for family practice appointments (closed on Labor Day).

Port Byron Clinic, 105 N. Main Street - Open Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 4:30 pm and on Friday from 8 am to noon for walk-ins and family practice appointments (closed on Labor Day).

Geneseo Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 Cruise the Canal Tours

Zack Sullivan, Executive Director
Geneseo Chamber of Commerce
309-944-2686

The Geneseo Chamber of Commerce announces its popular Cruise the Canal golf cart tours of the Hennepin Canal for 2024 on Friday September 6 and Friday October 18. The Cruise the Canal tours allow tourists in our area to enjoy one of Illinois’ State Parks and a second chance to experience the tours surrounded by fall foliage.

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"The popularity of the Hennepin Canal State Parkway north of Geneseo has increased over the past few years, with over 1.9 million people visiting the 104.5 mile long park in 2023.” says Zack Sullivan, Executive Director of the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce. "People organize group hikes, kayaking and canoeing are popular, and of course, the fishing is great! Combined with the majestic sights and sounds of nature at the canal, this is a unique opportunity to discover, or rediscover, one of our area’s best kept secrets.”

The popular golf cart tours offer the opportunity for guests to learn the story of the Hennepin canal - including the construction, history, and ecosystem of the canal. Tours are offered three times per day, with tour times at 9:00 am, 11:00 am, and 1:00 pm. All tours begin at Lock #24 and travel west to Lock #26 before turning back towards the starting point. The cost per person to participate is $25/person. The Geneseo Chamber also works with assisted living facilities to provide rides for seniors with no cost for the caregiver to drive.

A portion of the proceeds from the Geneseo Cruise the Canal tours goes to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) for preservation, upkeep, and maintenance of the Hennepin Canal State Parkway. Information on how to get involved with canal preservation efforts is available at the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce and the Friends of the Hennepin Canal.

The canal tours are expected to sell out, so make your reservation ASAP! For more information and to reserve a spot on one of the tours, call the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce at 309-944-2686 or email geneseo@geneseo.org.

Geneseo Chamber Celebrates Excellence at 2024 Awards Banquet

Zack Sullivan, Executive Director
Geneseo Chamber of Commerce
309-944-2686

August 2, 2024 - The Geneseo Chamber of Commerce proudly announced the winners of the 2024 Chamber Awards during the 2024 Geneseo Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner & Awards Banquet. Over 140 local business and community leaders enjoyed a spectacular evening held at Lavender Crest Winery on Thursday August 1, 2024. This annual event is a highlight for the Geneseo business community, offering a chance to recognize the outstanding contributions of individuals and businesses that enrich the Geneseo area.

The evening was a success, marked by heartfelt recognitions, professional networking, and a shared sense of community spirit. The awards presented were:

• Lifetime Achievement Award: Chris Thompson of Central Bank Illinois

• Business of the Year: Geneseo Communications

• Business Person of the Year: Travis Mackey of Geneseo School District 228, with Geneseo School Superintendent Dr. Adam Brumbaugh accepting the award on Mackey’s behalf.

• Accessible Competitive Employment Stakeholder (A.C.E.S.) Award: State Street Café, with Jenn Johnson of Inspire Continuing Care accepting the award on their behalf.

• Beautification Award: The Red Barn.

• Rising Star Award: Barb Jacobson of UpLoved

• Volunteer of the Year: Sheilah Wigant-McGee of Sheilah Wigant-McGee Originals

In addition, Geneseo Chamber Past President Ben Young of Wisdom Financial Services, L.L.C. was recognized for his outstanding service and leadership with the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. The accolade was presented by Geneseo Chamber Board President Katie Kutsunis of GWK Enterprises.

“We are immensely proud to honor this year’s award recipients,” said Zack Sullivan, Executive Director of the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce. “Their remarkable achievements and commitment have made a significant impact on the Geneseo community. It was truly a joy to celebrate their successes together.”

For more information about the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce and future events, please visit www.geneseo.org or call at 309-944-2686.

Sheilah Wigant-McGee is Volunteer of the Year

Ben Young(left) and Katie Kutsunis(right). Photo Submitted.

Barb Jacobson(left) was awarded the Rising Star Award

Ashley Marshall(right) received the Beautification Award

Jenn Johnson accepts the A.C.E.S. award on behalf of State Street Market

Dr. Adam Brumbaugh announces Travis Mackey as the Businessman of the Year

Geneseo Communications receive Business of the Year

Chris Thompson receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Chris DuBios of Central Bank.

Geneseo Welcomes Butch Patrick aka Eddie Munster to Geneseo For 'Spook the Loop II' Event

Zack Sullivan, Executive Director
Geneseo Chamber of Commerce
309-944-2686

On Saturday, August 10, 2024, Geneseo, Illinois will welcome back one of its most famous residents for a special event. Following the success of last year’s “Spook the Loop” event, Butch Patrick, also known as Eddie Munster from the classic Munsters TV sitcom, will return to Geneseo to run it all back for Spook the Loop II! Spook the Loop will be a Halloween themed Geneseo Shoot the Loop event, celebrating Butch’s iconic role as Eddie Munster amongst a community event atmosphere – featuring a classic car cruise and live music. Last year’s event attracted over 400 cars and 5,000 people to Geneseo for Spook the Loop.

Butch Patrick is a former resident of Geneseo, Illinois. Butch lived in Geneseo as a child, prior to heading to Hollywood to begin his acting career. In Geneseo, Butch lived above a Downtown storefront and attended school at St. Malachy Elementary School in Geneseo. After arriving in Hollywood, Butch went on to star in a number of classic TV sitcoms, including The Munsters, Lidsville, Bonanza, My Favorite Martian, Gunsmoke, Mister Ed, Rawhide, The Real McCoys, General Hospital, I Dream of Jeannie, Gunsmoke, The Monkees, Daniel Boone, and My Three Sons.

Butch Patrick will host a meet & greet for fans in Downtown Geneseo on Saturday August 10, 2024 from 1:30pm to 3:00 pm in the former Four Seasons Outlet Building, located at 120 S. State St. Butch’s famous Dragula car and his Munster Chopper motorcycle will be on hand for guests to snap photos and get a close up look at these amazing vehicles.

The Spook The Loop event will be a fun variation of the Geneseo Shoot the Loop events – which occur monthly in the summertime months in Geneseo. The Geneseo Shoot the Loop events begin in 2020 as a way for people to support small businesses who were affected by the pandemic-related shut downs. The new tradition has continued post-pandemic and is more popular than ever! Over 300 classic cars are expected in Geneseo for the Spook the Loop event at the City Park, which will run from 4p-7p. Public parking will be extremely limited in this area of the City Park during the event.

Butch Patrick on his chopper at the 2023 Spook the Loop

The event will also feature an ice cream social and a Geneseo Big Band performance from 3p-4p, benefitting local non-profits. A Loop Cruise will take place beginning at 5pm, and Butch Patrick will once again serve as the Grand Marshal of the car parade that will make its way through Downtown Geneseo in a circular fashion. The event will have a parade-like atmosphere, and guests are invited to join and say hi to Butch as he cruises by on his Munster Chopper!

Capping the evening will be a performance by Lynn Allen at the Central Bank Pavilion, sponsored by Hanford Insurance, from 8p-11p in Downtown Geneseo. Butch and his show cars will be on hand from 7p-9p at the Central Bank Pavilion area.

For more information, please contact the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce at 309-944-2686, or visit our website at www.geneseo.org.

Kelly Wolf Appointed New Henry County Tourism Director

July 12(Cambridge, IL) - The Henry County Tourism Bureau is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelly Wolf as the new Tourism Director. Kelly brings a wealth of experience in tourism and hospitality to the team. We are excited to have her on board and look forward to her contributions in promoting Henry County as a tourist destination.

Kelly, originally from Geneseo, has more than 15 years’ experience, primarily gained in Houston, where she contributed to various aspects of the city's tourism industry. Along with her extensive background, Kelly holds a bachelor's and master's degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Purdue University. In her most recent role as the RISE (Research in Illinois to Spur Economic Recovery) Grant coordinator she developed the 2024 Strategic Tourism Plan for Henry County.

After the Henry County Tourism Bureau became inactive in 2021, the county worked with stakeholders and local government officials to form a new Henry County Tourism Board. The goal was to reintroduce a new Henry County Tourism Bureau that provides a stronger engagement of all tourism related stakeholders in the county. The plan not only aims to take advantage of the existing resources and attractions, but to also explore new opportunities for growth and to attract a larger number of visitors.

"We're excited to have Kelly on board," said Tourism Bureau Chair Gary Bradley, adding "she did a tremendous job of working with the bureau to put together the tourism plan, and we think she'll do an even better job of implementing that plan over the next few years, helping each community and Henry County in our efforts to maximize the economic impact the tourism sector can have on our local communities. "

Kelly will collaborate closely with partners from the Henry County Tourism Bureau, the Henry County Economic Development Director, and neighboring tourism communities.

"It's a great privilege to be able to contribute to Henry County's tourism efforts. Having grown up here, I'm excited to bring back the knowledge and experience I've gained to support the community's growth."

Kelly said, "I'm looking forward to collaborating with colleagues and partners across the county and surrounding areas to further enhance Henry County's tourism landscape."

The Tourism Bureau is excited to see where Kelly will lead the organization and looks forward to the positive impact she will have on our region.

Kelly Wolf. Photo Submitted

Village Home Stores Welcomes Former Owner of Appliances Unlimited Kewanee to Sales Team

As Appliances Unlimited in Kewanee Illinois closes doors, former owner Amanda Forrest joins the appliance sales team at another small business just a few miles away.

July 2024(Geneseo, IL) - In the Spring of 2024 it was announced that Appliances Unlimited in Kewanee, Illinois would be closing their doors. A member of the team at Village Home Stores reached out to the owner Amanda Forrest to see if she would have interest in working at an appliance dealer just a few miles down the road. Forrest, who purchased the Kewanee small business 19 years ago, met with the owners of Village Home Stores to discuss this transition. It was agreed that another small business would be a great fit for her and her customer base.

- Amanda can still source quality kitchen and laundry appliances for her Kewanee-area customers at a competitive price while offering a great customer experience.

- She will be able to help customers in-person in an award-winning showroom.

- Amanda will also be available for customers who prefer to shop from home online with added assistance via phone or the Village Home Stores website’s text/webchat feature.

- She will still be able to operate in a sales environment that cares for the purchaser long after the purchase with access to staff service technicians for warranty work and repairs.

“After spending some time at their business, I feel that they are the best option to replace the sales and service that we have offered. They have a beautiful showroom and are dedicated to the industry that I come from with their pricing standpoint, customer service dedication, and all around positive experience.” -Amanda Forrest

Amanda has decades of experience in the sales and service of home appliances. She will begin immersive product training for key Village brands: Maytag, Whirlpool, and KitchenAid mid-July as she visits the World of Whirlpool facilities in Chicago, Illinois and then begin on the Village Home Stores sales floor in Geneseo on August 1st.

Village Home Stores is a second generation small business that has served the region since 1984. They offer appliances, appliance service, cabinetry, countertops, lighting, window treatments, flooring, and wall surfaces as well as complete kitchen and bath remodels. You can see their portfolio of work online at houzz.com/pro/villagehomestores and watch their weekly TV show locally every Sunday morning at 10:30am on WQAD News Channel 8 or stream anytime at youtube.com/villagehomestores Village is open Mon-Fri 9a-5p and Saturdays from 9a-noon. Open online anytime at villagehomestores.com

Amanda Forrest. Photo Submitted

Rotary Club of Geneseo, Illinois Demonstrates Commitment to Community Service with Impactful Year

Zack Sullivan, President
Rotary Club of Geneseo, Illinois
JUly 2, 2024

Geneseo, Illinois – The Rotary Club of Geneseo, Illinois reaffirms its dedication to the ethos of "Service Above Self" as it reflects on a year of significant achievements and contributions to the community. Rooted in the principles of the Four-Way Test—Is it the TRUTH? Is it FAIR to all concerned? Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned? - the club has made substantial strides in enhancing the local area.

Throughout the past year, the Rotary Club of Geneseo, Illinois has demonstrated its commitment to fostering future leaders and supporting education by awarding over $12,000 in local scholarships. Addressing food insecurity, the club donated over one ton of food - 2,118.6 pounds to be exact - to the Geneseo-Atkinson Food Pantry, directly impacting those in need within the community.

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Further illustrating its dedication to community enhancement for youth, the Rotary Club of Geneseo, Illinois spearheaded infrastructure improvements at Cole Cabin and reinstated the Geneseo Middle School Student of the Month program, revitalizing initiatives crucial to community cohesion and support.

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In addition to these efforts, the club has provided essential grants to local non-profits including the Geneseo Mural Project, Geneseo Soccer Boosters, Geneseo Public Library, and Quad City Arts. These contributions underscore the club's commitment to supporting cultural enrichment, education, and recreational activities within Geneseo.

Beyond its charitable endeavors, the Geneseo Rotary Club continues to unite the community through engaging events such as the Geneseo Music Festival Queen Pageant and Ice Cream Social, and the Maple City 4 Run, fostering camaraderie and a shared sense of purpose among residents.

"The Rotary Club of Geneseo, Illinois is dedicated to making a meaningful impact within our community," said Zack Sullivan, President of the Rotary Club of Geneseo, Illinois. "We invite individuals who share our passion for

For those interested in learning more about the Geneseo Rotary Club or getting involved in its community initiatives, please visit facebook.com/geneseorotaryclub or contact Zack Sullivan at 309-944-2686.

About Rotary Club of Geneseo, Illinois:

The Rotary Club of Geneseo, Illinois, established on the principles of "Service Above Self," is committed to making a positive impact within the Geneseo community through service projects, scholarships, and support for local organizations. With a focus on fostering goodwill and better friendships, the club aims to enhance the quality of life for all residents.

Habaneros Mexican Grill & Cantina to Open in Geneseo

Jim Kelly
Henry County Economic Development Director
RRLF Loan Administrator
July 2, 2024

Habaneros Mexican Grill & Cantina in Moline will open a new location in Geneseo, Henry County, Illinois, in the Oakwood Avenue strip mall. The expected opening date is October, 2024. Josue Sanchez, member/manager of Cruz Enterprises, LLC, which owns Habaneros, has been operating his restaurant in Moline, Illinois at the South Park Mall since 2015. He identified a perfect location to expand his business to Geneseo, leased the space, and started the build-out for the new restaurant. This includes framing the electrical room, framing the office and bar, a complete floor installation throughout the space, plumbing work, new restaurant-grade equipment, and a complete kitchen build-out. Josue has run the South Park restaurant since 2017 and has excellent experience in the service industry. The Henry County Board has partnered with BankORION and Henry County RRLF, teaming up to finance the new restaurant. Henry County recently approved a $50,000.00 loan from its Rural Revolving Loan Fund, with the project creating five full-time and six part-time jobs on the site, as well as an on-site local Manager.

The Henry County Rural Revolving Loan Fund Program (RRLF) operates two separate funds and has made 95 loans totaling $6.1 million on our legacy fund, and 38 loans totaling $1.4 million from our economic development fund, which have in return created and retained a combined 1,515 jobs in the Henry County, Illinois work force. The RRLF monies are available to any new or existing business within Henry County. For more information on the Henry County

RRLF Programs contact Jim Kelly, Henry County Economic Development Director and RRLF Loan Administrator, at the Henry County Courthouse, (309) 937-3410

Geneseo Middle School - Second Semester Honor Rolls

First Honor Roll - GPA of 3.50 to 4.40

8th Grade

Raidyn P. Allison, Stella R. Allison, Piper M. Andersen, Claudia J. Angelo, Katherine H. Barickman, Landon L. Barnett, Layna Z. Bassett, Luke Z. Bedford, Lillian J. Bellagamba, Evan C. Bender, Tivya R. Bernier, Fritz E. Bolme, Allison M. Boone, Braxton W. Boone, Kanon J. Boster, Makayla R. Bros, Alivia J. Brown, Jaylee A. Brudos, Nolan J. Burton, Rylan R. Carlson, Sophie L. Carter, Lydia G. Carton, Quinn F. Cherry, Taeton P. Chirchir, Ella K. Clementz, Cole T. Clifton, Ellah R. Clifton, Harrison M. Conley, Elijah A. Coppejans, Brayden D. Cox, Mallory A. Daniels, Evelyn M. DeBaene, Emilie A. DeCastecker, Madelyn S. DeJohn, Olivia E. DeSplinter, Bryce M. Diehl, Isla D. Disterhoft, Sophia P. Doyle, Riley J. Dwyer, Camryn N. Ebert, Megan A. Ehlert, Kamee A. Eighmy, Mason W. Emerick, Brycen E. Fahnestock, Andrew M. Feely, Phoenix B. Ferro-Heller, Jasmine M. Foss, Jackson T. Frank, Carter A. French, Gretchen A. Fuelling, Hannah M. Fuelling, Jacey L. Gehl, Gavin M. Gillespie, Karlee C. Hankins, Vance B. Hansen, Kade M. Heilman, Kaylin A. Heller, Cole T. Henson, Skylar M. Hileman, James H. Hill II,I Madelyn M. Holmes, Cameron J. Jansen, Annibelle M. Juarez, Austen C. Kane, Anabella V. Kelley, Noah J. Klick, Penelope A. Kline, Lilah J. Klotz, Mayson J. Lambin, Isabella L. McConville, Raygen M. McKeag, Jillian N. McMahil,l Ian J. McShane, Addison C. McSparin, Catalina J. Meis, Faith N. Mierop, Alice M. Miller, Natalie R. Minnaert-Yocum, Ainsleigh K. Misfeldt, Madison J. Morrison, Keelie M. Mueller, Quin R. Nichols, Micah J. Nicke, Anastasia M. Pitsoulakis, Aleksie F. Possin, William Rankins, Colin M. Roemer, Ida G. Rowold, Ella J. Schaaf, Meghan M. Scheider, Dylan J. Schneider, Brooklyn J. Schnowske, Jaxson J. Seals, Ella R. Shannon, Madelyn E. Sherman, Alyssa C. Simpson, Maycie L. Sims, Stella M. Smith, Addison K. Snell, Sophia G. Snell, Sydney M. State, Addilyn G. Swan, Ella C. Taylor, Keiran L. Thornburg, Luca J. Turigliatti, Kellen E. VanKerrebroeck, Eden P. VanOpdorp, Patrick J. Versluis, Kailee L. Von Motz, Nicole E. Werling, Jayden C. Wheaton, Hannah M. Wildemuth, Sage R. Windisch, Peyton A. Woodruff

7th Grade

Jocelyn A. Aguirre, Paisley J. Arnold, Avery K. Bagby, Jocelyn M. Bagby, Alex F. Balensiefen, Ella M. Bernhard, Anna G. Berry, Daphne M. Bertelsen, Hannah E. Billingsly, Boston J. Brewer, Leila M. Bries, Peyton L. Brodie, Dia R. Bros, Charlee A. Bruce, Annika R. Brumbaugh, Helo J. Castro, Ashlynn G. Chamberlain, Leah M. Cooper, Alexander R. Darnall, Gavin P. Davis, William A. Davis, Christian R. Dawson, Ellaina F. DeLoose, Henry M. Dwyer, Brenna Dykstra, Kyle M. Everett, Sawyer J. Forsythe, Landon A. French, Eleanor M. George, Bryce R. Gillespie, Maci L. Gorman, Ava L. Graham, Hailey R. Griswold, Daegan J. Hansen, Owen M. Harri,s Karoline M. Hasson, Kenzi J. Hasson, Lyla H. Henry, Emmett W. Hill, Emma J. Hofer, Hunter G. Hoover, Easton R. Hornback, Anthony J. Jackson, Ellie J. Jackson, Owen M. Jacobi, Brynn R. Kinney, Collin P. Kreiss, Madison G. Kuethe, Faith H. Kuster, Zebin Lin, Katherine A. Maloy, Chloe J. Mance, Liliana R. Marshall, Wyatt J. Mickley, Gibson M. Minard, Emma E. Minnaert, Tad R. Moore, Kasen J. Mosier, Paul M. Nelms, Katrina G. Nerud, Suzanne L. Neumann, Mia G. O’Dell, Isabella A. Ong, Jackson P. Parker, Henry A. Pratt, Annie C. Reed, Payton L. Riffe, Eve M. Robb, Brooke N. Robinson, Isaac J. Ropp, Cormac J. Round, Olivia L. Ruby, Jocelyn M. Russelburg, Novak B. Ryerson, Reese G. Schaaf, James W. Seals, Blazen J. Sellers, Chelsea R. Shamblin, Mark H. Shoemaker, Paige A. Sides, Benjamin C. Simosky, Kinley M. Smith, Jack A. Snook, Milla W. Stewart, Genevieve V. Talley, Ethan B. Temperley, Allison G. Tice, Garrett R. Tranel, Sophia I. Urquiza, Jaxson R. VanAntwerp, Payton N. Vanzuiden, Ella M. Versluis, Khloe R. VonHolten, Charlize A. Wachtel, Lucy C. Walck, Molly D. Wannemacher, Ashlyn M. Werthmann, Lilly M. Wilshusen, Giana M. Wurslin, Levi J. Wyffels, Jett F. Znamenacek

6th Grade

Kynlee G. Adam, Penelope M. Aukee, Lincoln Babcock, Lilith R. Ballard, Delia J. Bellagamba, Kenneth M. Bernhard JR., Mason D. Bess, David M. Betcher, Zachary L. Blank, Kobe T. Britton, Reegan R. Brown, Harmonie R. Burk, Drake M. Burton, Liam M. Campos, Eliana H. Charlet, Ryan M. Coleman, Colton M. Crutcher, Hattie R. Deaner, Finley A. DeSplinter, Sofie F. Diebold, Joshua A. Diehl, Cameron P. Doyle, Ella L. Driskel,l Kieran A. Efflandt, Will E. Ehlert, Tatum W. Eiselstein, Kameron R. Floming, Jason S. Flondor, Lillian C. Fritz, Lucas M. Fuelling, Alivia N. Gaines, Brady H. Garard, Thomas W. Gaskey IV., Sophia G. Gluck, Lily G. Green, Audreyana Grove, Drew M. Hagerman, Huxley O. Haley, Sean P. Haley, Maddison G. Harris, Addyson R. Havill, Emily F. Hayes, Evelyn R. Hemphill, Kura L. Henson, Ella A. Hepner, Ethan A. Hepner, Brooke N. Herington, Canon W. Hudson, Maverick X. Hull, Ella R. Johnson, Aislyn S. Kane, Jayden L. Kelley-Leach, Addison I. Kelly, Korah E. Klotz, Olivia M. Krause, Norah D. Kuddes, Carter J. Lampe, Gwendolyn R. Lee, Hillary M. Lewis, Wyatt T. Lynch, Zane S. Matheny, Jocelynn E. Matthews, Vander E. McAvoy, Adrian M. McSparin, Elijah J. Melton, Tristan R. Melton, Jaela J. Minnaer,t Wyatt L. Murray, Brylee J. Nelson, Willa K. Newburg, Easton P. Nichols, Kamryn E. Nordstrom, Zak N. O’Dell, Hailey R. Olson, Kenryk L. Osborn, Andrew N. Parrish, Aarav P. Patel, Elle M. Patterson, Carter G. Peacock, Lillian C. Putnam, Carter C. Robb, Macie R. Rotz, Jensen H. Rubitsky, Cooper T. Sanders, Jack W. Schaaf, Emma E. Schneider, Rykken L. Schweitzer, Braeden S. Scott, Reese M. Shanno,n Kyndall M. Shappard, Seren I. Sharpe, Hunter T. Short, Ayden M. Smith, Alexander A. Soukup, Dryden B. Stokes, Jack D. Sullivan, James D. Sutherland, Skilynn N. Tarrant, Gabriel H. Taylor, Myleigh G. Thinglum, Savanna F. Thompson, Charlotte J. Vandersnick, Adler M. VanOpdorp, Lillian G. VanOpdorp, Kenna L. Weber, Cole B. Weinzierl, Rosella J. Wentz, Peyton E. Wexell, Addison L. Williams, Brooklyn S. Williams, Kyle T. Wirth, Leotho K. Woodruff, Henry V. Woodward, Sesamir H. Yearby, JR.

Second Honor Roll - GPA of 3.00 to 3.49

8th Grade

Robert R. Armstrong, Cyrus J. Babcock, Mickayla J. Bowles, Greyson F. Claerhout, Brynn K. Coats, Brinnley P. Coppejans, Lydia M. DeKezel, Van M. DeSplinter, Jack B. Drouin, Madison S. Fontenoy, Jeremiah J. Frere, Zoe J. Friedline, Jack C. Gehling Evelyn S. Gernant, Kane J. Hamer, Andrew J. Hamerlinck, Eva J. Hansen, Aiden C. Hawkins, Aundrea J. Haynes, Anadiyah M. Karn, Mikenzie J. Langdon, Ethan J. Leetch, Taylor R. Lohberg, Rayne P. Mangin, Tanner L. Massingill, Isaiah J. Melton, Evan M. Orwig, Jadynn B. Pollard, Arianna L. Robbins, Macey M. Rosholm, Titus J. Schweitzer, Kadence M. Shappard, Jaydn K. Shipman, Luke J. Snodgrass, Kyla K. Strode, Cole J. Tully, Chase M. VanDeWoestyne, Korionna M. VanZuiden, Ryan J. Waterman, Parker L. Weisser, Olivia H. Yost

7th Grade

Kylie A. Achenbach, Cole P. Anderson, Evan M. Bei,l Arie B. Blancarte, Cullen V. Boone, Alden C. Brown, Savannah K. Carlson, Knox D. Causemaker, Autumn M. Cunningham, Miles G. Curcuru, Zachary M. Davis, Davin R. DeBoef, Lilyonna L. Decker, Jacksen K. Doubet, Chazz J. Eng, Emily A. Garcia, Wesley D. Graham, Cooper G. Hudson, Clare R. Hulsbrink, Eli D. Johnston, Delaney T. Killian, Matthew E. Krause, Andrew J. Kreps, Michael G. Lawson, Isabella L. Lewis, Rylie J. Lopez, Luke E. McCann, Tylaiha M. Medina, Kellan J. Miller, Ryder J. Painter, Owen A. Pollock, Coralie J. Randall, Violet E. Runty, Faith H. Schaver, Julia R. Schnaufer, Emma R. Schroeder, Klaire E. Sikardi, Alydia M. Smith, Kais A. Sproston, Gage R. Steffes, Ean R. Tank, Grace L. Toney, Wyatt F. Vroman, Aiden M. Weishaar, Preston C. Wood, Alec L. Woods

6th Grade

Kaelyn J. Ash, Lyrin A. Barnes, Natalie A. Beavers, Allison A. Bos, Mason F. Brooks, Kellan S. Courtright, Jaxon T. DeCastecker, Grant R. Dietsch, Giovanni A. Escobar, Everlee M. Fobert, Jesus R. Guerrero, Bennett A. Holke, Charlize J. Janczak, Maddux K. Kennedy, Kinleigh J. Kiefer, Cohen M. Krantz, Hunter T. Lambin, Vanessa M. Logsdon, Alexander M. Lopez, Clara P. Mallum, Connor J. Maloy, Gage A. Mariman, Shayla A. Monahan, Adelynn R. Murphy, Hayley L. Newburg, Garrett V. Nicholson, Hunter J. Olson, Baylen M. Poffenberger, Teagan A. Price, Tessa O. Reveal, Mason L. Schaapveld, Michael Sichling JR., Easton A. Sigwalt, Mylee M. Sim, Aubrey L. Skinner, Mason P. Smith, Preston T. Snell, Henry J. Staffeldt, Madeline S. Thornburg, Noah W. Tully, Genessa K. Underwood, Easton R. Veloz, Ryker J. Vincent, Trigg J. Vincent, Caden J. Williams, Ryland A. Williamson, Aspen F. Znamenacek

Geneseo High School - Second Semester Honor Roll

First Honor Roll - GPA 3.50 to 5.40

Class of 2024

Jacob Adamson, Hayes Apt, Karson Banister, Braden Boone, Brooke Boone, Reagan Bopes, Emily Bopes, Russell Brown, Carter Bull, Gwen Burbridge, Rafe Burton, Thomas Carlin, Lonnie Catour, Saryna Ceurvorst, Trenton Chamberlain, Drake Chambless, Randy Chasek, Morgan Claerhout, Taylor Clark, Alexis Clementz, Daniel Coleman, Isaiah Conrad, Lynn Cotty, Morgan Cousins, Alexander Davis, Riley Davis, Emma DeBaene, Sophie DeCock, Olivia Dickey, Kelsey Dillie, Noah Disterhoft, Kaitlyn Dreifurst, Tyson Duda, Nathan Dunker, Mallory Dwyer, Addison Dykstra, Brielle Ettore, Kevin Farrell, Nolan Femali, Bretton Ferguson, Allyson Ford, Jason Foss, Abigail Frank, Jenna Freadhoff, Alyssa Gentry. Hayden Gray, Imogene Green, Garrett Hall, William Hamerlinck, Isabella Haney, Sarah Hansen, Caleb Hartman, Christopher Hayes, Bryce Henderson, Ethan Herstedt, Kathryn Hogue, Caiya Holke, Kodie Hudson, Carter Huizenga, Kobe Hull, Austin Hull, Luke Johnsen, Claire Kehoe, April Kelley, Mia Kelly, Aaron Kuster, Drew Laxton, Macy Litherland, Kylie Maertens, Corinne Mallum, Megan Malmstrom, Landon Marshall, Olivia Marshall, Kay McAvoy, Megan McClanahan, Isabella McDaniel, Brianna McGill, Patrick Miller, Adalai Mills, Connor Minnaert, Connor Mitchell, Hayden Moore, Samuel Mosbarger, Jeron Neal, Molly Neumann, Carleigh Norton, Madison Ochs, Logan Palmer, Alysia Perez, Carmella Pettit, Reed Preston, Elizabeth Ramp, Jacob Rapps, Jackson Reade, Ashley Rickey, Madeline Roberts, Leah Roemer, Ryley Rowold, Thomas Sahr, Alex Sahr, Kaden Salisbury, Bryce Sanders, Cooper Schaad, Grace Schilling, Madison Simms, Owen Skovronski, Tristen Smith, Sidney Spindel, Hayden Spranger, Joshua Steines, Paige Swain, Reese Swanson, Tyler Tafoya, Tanner Tarkington, Madison Thompson, Ella Traphagan, Amelia Vandemore, Joseph VanDeWoestyne, Taylor VanHoutte, Jackson VanHyfte, Kade VanOpdorp, Emma Veloz, Camdyn Villanueva, Skylar Wainscott, Adam Weller, Cole Williams, Ashlyn Williamsen, Cole York, & Kirsten Zimmerman

Class of 2025

Kamden Ariano, Shane Bagby, Liliana Balluff, Brooklyn Banta, Rachael Bauer, William Baum, Sophia Bellagamba, Aaron Betcher, Jackson Brumbaugh, Gage Buckallew, Madisyn Buysse, Elizabeth Carlin, Avery Catour, Tyler Chamberlain, Marley Cherry, Sophia Clifton, Dylan Cotty, Isabella Curcuru, Dru Curcuru, Elanor DeBlieck, Erica DeDecker, Ava DeWolfe, Connor Douglas, Emma Drockelman, Alayna Duckett, Grace Durian, Katelyn Durnell, Kendall Ellerbrock, Gwenivere Erickson, Addison Espe, Allison File, Mariella Fischer, Kayci Freeman, Chloe Fulcher, Dylan Gehl, Caroline Girten, Alessandro Grande, Brady Hamer, Christian Haney, Lindsay Herington, Tyler Holtzen, Sydney Hoover, Keaton Hudson, Malloree Humphrey, Leandro Ingoglia, Matthew Johnson, Lily Johnson, Preston Jones, Logan Jones, Avery Kennedy, Hope Kuster, Julia Lewis, Kruiz Ludwig, Annalise Maxwell, Katelynn McMahill, Nickalus Morris, Elizabeth Mroz, Sydney Nelson, Jacob Nelson, Kyah Newell, Bryce Nixon, Kale O Bryan, Colin Orwig, Owen Parker, Jennifer Parsons, Austin Pearce, Dylan Randolph, Allison Reade, Keely Roberts, Benjamin Robinson, Rachael Roodhouse, Ava Rusk, Marian Sanchez Sigala, Kara Sancken, Shay Schehl, Emilia Schmitt, Timothy Sebastian, Taylor Smith, Payton Snider, Addison Snodgrass, Avery Snook, Dyllan Staffeldt, Eric States, Lillian Taylor, Jordan Thomas, Kathryn VanDeWoestyne, Logan VanDeWoestyne, Carter VanOpdorp, Joseph Venneberg, Joseph Versluis, Dylan Whipple, Allison Wille, & Kailee Williams

Class of 2026

Zara Andersen, Isabella Angelo, Natalie Aukee, Eliana Barickman, Calvin Bell, Greta Bolme, Grant Bomleny, Erin Bowers, Bryson Boxell, Ava Brewer, Aiden Bries, Reid Brodersen, Isabelle Brooks, Liberty Brumbaugh, Jordan Cechowicz, Jocelyn Cechowicz, Mylee Clark, Brody Clementz, Jack Cooper, Erika Cotty, Samuel Curcuru, Anna Davis, Ava DeSplinter, Keira Disterhoft, Tyler Dowdal, Quinnland Einfeldt, Perry Farley, Landon Favri, Jonathan Freadhoff, Anabella Goethals, Breckan Gomez, Cora Gorman, Hayley Henry, Lucas Herstedt, Christopher Hill, Payton Hofer, Carter Holke, Jacob Holley, Adam Johnson, Andrew Kelly, Owen Kelly, Erik Kelly, Catherine Lehman, Karen Lester, Hannah Loehr, Emma Loehr, Tavion Mangin, Brock Marshall, Emma Massingill, James Matthews, Jackson McAvoy, Dawsyn McDonald, Hannah McGee, Cameron Melchert, Wyatt Neumann, Janey Neumann, Isaac Nixon, Reyhan Onder, Lucille Peters, Landry Possin, Elizabeth Rapps, Madison Reade, Olivia Sallach, Cy Sammons, Chase Sanders, Hayden Schaaf, Bee Scheider, Remy Sharpe, Alexander Snyder, Hannah Stone, Tucker Tarkington, Paislee Tuggle, Rafael Uguina Cuevas, Jay VanHerzeele, Quinntyn VanHyfte, Callie VanKerrebroeck, Ashton Veloz, Kye Weinzierl, Madeline Wells, Kjerstin Wildemuth, Kathryn Wilson, & Claire Yenor

Class of 2027

Mackenzie Air, Alejandro Aleman, Lilliana Anderson, Elena Anderson, Keaton Ariano, Mia Balensiefen, Jacob Berry, Eleanor Bertelsen, Annabelle Betcher, Nathan Billingsly, Grant Bjorkman, Taylor Boone, Lillian Brown, Ethan Brown, Isabella Brown, Jaydon Burrage, Grace Carlson, Kolby Causemaker, Brendan Cooksey, Callie Copeland, Phoenix Corlew, Sally-Ann DeBlieck, Claire DeGrave, Carter Dickey, Andre Diediker, Remlee Dwyer, Leah Falk, Madelyn Farnum, Taefyl Freeman, Tyler Gerstel, Hazel Harris, Keely Henry, Cheyenne Hopkey, Lambeau Janczak, Maddox Jansen, Mckenna Johnson, Micah Johnson, Trenton Kennedy, Matthew Kerschieter, Lydia King, Mckenzie Krug, Aria Mayo-Bechtel, Jack Mickley, Andrew Miller, Reese Minnaert, Madilyn Minnaert, Mark Nelms, Tyler Nelson, Lainey Norville, Esref Onder, Eli Palmer, Viola Pettit, Lauren Piquard, Carson Pratt, Natalie Reisner, Dominic Ritter, Hayley Rubitsky, Brooklyn Ruby, Connor Runty, Ayla Schultz, Nyna Schweitzer, Brylee Sheffler, Brooke Shollenberger, Reid Simpson, Brooklyn Smith, Molly Snyder, Ayama Stroh, Claire Swanson, Jeel Vakharia, Jiya Vakharia, Kaden VanAntwerp, Delaney Vroman, Lucille Wachtel, Kendyl Wassenhove, Connor Webster, Cade Wolf, Robert Wolfe, & Rebekah Zimmerman

Second Honor Roll - GPA 3.00 to 3.49

Class of 2024

Jillian Beneke, Raelyn Bjorkman, Anna Calabria, Garrett Carlson, Brayden Combs, Jill Corso, Bryce Duncan, Neal Gaskey, Jayden Ginther, Weston Graham, Nolan Griffith, Lucas Kaiser, Emmalee Kennedy, Owen Lively, Carson McDaniel, Cooper McKeag, Cole Miller, Landon Miller, Lauryn Newkirk, Celina Pena, Giavanna Ritter, Katlyn Seaman, Dylan Shipman, Morgann Steinert, Autumn Stephens, Jacob Stout, Isabel Stroud, Ella Toom, Logan Vroman, & Blake Webster

Class of 2025

Luke Abrahamsen-Collins. Mason Anderson, Camden Baumgardner, Mason Bealer, Brianna Bowles, Amelia Carlson, Anthony Carter, Jaidah Cribbs, Kaylee Floming, Elijah Ford, Kayden Fouts, Brayden Franzen, Zachary Goffe, Taylor Hawkins, Jessica Hodshire, Savannah Holley, Hayliegh-Jane Huglin, Max Johnson, Ayden Kane, Owen King, Bailey Koning, Elizabeth Lane, Aislan Leetch, Kayton Malzewski, Zachary Montez, Lilyann Mooney, Madelyn Mooney, Amber Newell, Dylan Pankey, Jack Polowy, Lauren Powell, Kaleb Rahn, Antonio Ramirez, Cooper Ries, Tristan Robinson, Cavence Rokis, Nile Ryerson, Ava Sedam, Olivia Seei, Callaghan Sheehan, Paxton Sherbeyn, Emma Skovronski, Nathanial Stees, Charlie Stetter, Leo Underwood, Hayden Veryzer, Jaylyn Wakenight, Gavin Wates, Abby Wilshusen, & Braelyn Wyffels

Class of 2026

Grady Bernahl, Brennan Brown, Aiden Brudos, Kamron Burris, Rylen Chambless, Joei Christopherson, Liam Coleman, Grant Collins, Jameson Coppejans, Matthew Darnall, Emma Dreifurst, Kaydee Eighmy, Margaret Elder, Cara Ettore, Boone Forsythe, Taber Fulks, Aidyn Gernant, Dalten Grimes, Bradley Hartman, Maria Hartsock, Jarett Hasson, Jacob Holley, Alexandria Hull, Alfredo Jimenez, Kameryn Keegan, Peyton Kies, Charlotte Kroll, Alegna Lopez, Jackie Milem, Jaiden Minnaert, Gavin Nicholson, Shrey Patel, Taylor Peterson, Michael Peterson, Meya Pollock, Jordan Ramirez, Annabelle Ropp, Nina Schmedding, Mya Splear, Izabella Stewart, Leland Stickle, Kwin VanKerrebroeck, Nick Vyas, Cameron Walker, Evelyn Wendland, & Kayleigh Wooden

Class of 2027

Flynn Arnett, Alexandra Bagby, Erik Bjorkman, Nathaniel Boone, Payton Boone, Evan Brooks, Wyatt Bruce, Evelyn Dahl, Aiden DeCap, Griffin DeWolfe, Alexandra Duncan, Jaxon Ernst, Adam Flondor, Ethan Galloway, Lilyann Garza, Tyler Gross, Kylei Hammond, Kiersten Hancock, Joseph Haser, Emily Haverback, Jeremiah Helm, Jakob Hodges, Megan Hursman, Adam Jackson, Scarlyt Johnson, Zachary Johnson, Grace Kaiser, Jack Kreiss, Delaney Lagaisse, Daniel Medrano, Jordyn Miller, Elijah Mosley, Carson Peters, Eric Polowy, Maddison Rakestraw, Brooke Robinson, Landon Rogers, Sydney Rosas, Finnegan Schaad, Kie Smith, Thomas Steele, Lilly Stubbs, Joseph Thoene, Emma Vandeveer, Vera Vincent, Jacob Walline, Landon Weimer, Avalynn Westfall, Jayden Wexell, Ryder Ryder, Justin Williams, Alexis Williams, & Kylee Wisely

Hammond-Henry Hospital welcomes Heidi Vorac to its Geneseo Clinic

GENESEO, IL - The Board of Directors of Hammond-Henry Hospital and its Administration announce the return of Heidi Vorac, APRN, to its Geneseo Clinic family practice staff. Heidi Vorac currently serves as the medical provider for Hammond-Henry Hospital Medical Group’s Cambridge Clinic.

“Heidi Vorac will be seeing all her current as well as new patients in our Geneseo clinic location, 600 N. College Avenue, beginning July 1,” said Colton Anderson, Director of Clinic Services. “She has done an extraordinary job in Cambridge, with a very loyal patient following, but the move to Geneseo will mean even better accommodations and services for her patients since they will have the services of the entire hospital at their disposal.”

In addition to the Geneseo Walk-In/Family Practice Clinic where Vorac will serve, previous and new Vorac patients will have x-ray and the full gamut of radiologic services plus emergency, laboratory, sleep disorder, cardiopulmonary, neurology, rehab, and social services, home health, long term care, skilled care, surgical, and inpatient services.

The Cambridge Clinic is slated to close on June 30 but may be repurposed within the year as the hospital is seeing steady growth and the addition of several family practice and specialty providers. However, at the present time, there is no plan to reopen the clinic office to see patients under a different Hammond-Henry Hospital provider.

“I, of course, appreciate the Cambridge community and their incredible support,” said Vorac. “The goal is to provide the best healthcare services possible, and this move will make that happen. I am excited to come back home to the Geneseo community.”

Those wishing to make an appointment with Heidi Vorac after June 30 are encouraged to call 309.944.1275. She will remain taking previously and newly scheduled appointments at the Cambridge Clinic until that time.

Heidi Vorac obtained her Doctor of Nurse Practice degree from the University of Iowa and is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She has been employed with Hammond-Henry Hospital since January of 2018.

Geneseo Farmers Market - Something for Everyone

The Geneseo Farmer’s Market is well underway with their first summer market last Saturday, June 1st.  The summer market is every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon on Pearl Street at the Geneseo City Park.  The summer market season runs from June through October.  The market takes place rain or shine. 

The Geneseo Farmer’s Market has been around since 2002.  Over the years, it has been set up at different locations throughout Geneseo, but has been up at the city park for over 10 years.  On a typical market morning, they have between 25 to 30 vendors setting up.  Many of the vendors are considered full-time and set up every week with their products.  But they also have numerous vendors who are part-time that attend when it fits in their schedule.  This allows for a nice variability throughout the summer market season. 

There is a wide variety of vendors and products offered at the Geneseo Farmer’s Market.  Part of what makes this market unique is that it offers locally grown produce, plants, flowers, and agricultural products, such as meat and eggs.  With offering only locally grown and raised produce, these products are in season and fresh.  There are cottage food vendors that sell a wide assortment of products, like breads, cookies, rolls, pies, gluten free and vegan items, and freeze-dried goodies.  Other cottage food items include local honey, fresh and dried herbs, spice blends, and flavored oils and vinegars.  Beyond consumable items, the market also has homemade craft and art products.  Homemade craft items include woodworking, sewn and yarn items, jewelry, homemade cards, 3D print, fused glass, and home décor.  Some vendors also utilize old items and turn them into something new, which is great for sustainability.  The market also has different types of art that ranges from paintings to published books.  Some vendors have products that are health and beauty items, such as soaps, lotions, scrubs, and balms.  It is amazing the wide variety of products offered at this market, there is definitely something for everyone.

The market has partnered with non-profit organizations in the past, and will again this year, to bring educational information to its customers.  They will also again help the community with those that are food insecure by donating unsold produce or asking for other donations from customers or the general public that will go to the local food pantry. 

The Geneseo Farmer’s Market is a family friendly environment that is located next to the playground and pavilion, so families and individuals can enjoy its amenities.  There are also other parks, recreation opportunities, and is centrally located to enjoy local eating and shopping throughout Geneseo.  So, visitors and customers can easily spend the morning, or day, in Geneseo.

The Geneseo Farmer’s Market doesn’t stop when summer ends, they continue through the winter with a different schedule and location for the winter market. 

To keep up with the market, they have a Facebook page, Geneseo Farmer’s Market, Instagram, and a website, www.geneseofarmersmarket.com.