The Rock River Times – January 1, 2025

January 1, 2025.

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State News

Illinois’ minimum wage to increase to $15 on Jan. 1, completing 6-year transition 2019 law was Pritzker’s first major legislative victory

By Ben Szalinski

Capitol News Illinois bszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com

The minimum wage in Illinois will increase to $15 an hour on Jan. 1, completing a six-year transition period since the increase was approved in 2019.

Beginning New Year’s Day, Illinois workers making minimum wage will see wages rise by $1 and tipped workers will see their paychecks bump to $9 an hour. Youth workers under 18 who work fewer than 650 hours a year will have a $13 minimum wage.

The final increase, ending a six-year ramp which began with the minimum wage rising from $8.25 to $9.25 on Jan. 1, 2020, puts a bow on Gov. JB Pritzker’s first major legislative victory. He signed the wage increase in February 2019 about a month after being sworn in for his first term, checking off a top campaign promise.

“Since day one of my administration, I’ve made it my mission to build an economy that works for everyone and raising the minimum wage to $15 an hour fulfills that promise to our working families,” Pritzker said in a statement.

“This increase honors the workers who power our state and ensures they can better support their families, bringing us closer to a stronger, more equitable economy for all.”

Illinois will be one of 10 states with a minimum wage of $15 or greater, according to the National Employment Law Project. Twenty-two other states are also increasing their wages on Jan. 1.

The minimum wage increase is one of many economic changes that have happened since 2019, including effects of the pandemic, Illinois Chamber of Commerce CEO Lou Sandoval told Capitol News Illinois. He said those have caused businesses to adjust their operations in a variety of ways, such as increasing automation.

“I think you’re starting to see businesses pivot in terms of how they’re adjusting,” Sandoval said. “You’re seeing this at the national chains.” Some restaurants, for example, are “moving

away from larger sit-down areas into grab-and-go.”

Illinois job growth has been slow since October 2019, according to a November report by the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability. The state has seen a net increase of 28,700 jobs from October 2019 through October 2024.

That’s a growth rate of 0.5%, compared to the national rate of 4.9%.

The rate of new job postings by businesses at the beginning of the year will shed some light on how the jump to $15 on Jan. 1 is impacting business operations, Sandoval said.

To help small businesses with the change, the state provides a tax credit through 2027 to businesses with 50 or fewer employees for wages paid to minimum-wage workers.

The 2019 minimum wage law marked the first increase since the wage hit $8.25 in 2010. Senate Majority Leader Kimberly Lightford, D-Westchester, introduced a bill to raise it to $15 an hour in 2017 that was passed by the General Assembly and vetoed by Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner.

Lightford sponsored the initiative again in 2019.

“As a state, we have helped countless workers make ends meet, reduce financial stress, and provide a more solid foundation for their futures,” Lightford said in a statement. “The $15 minimum wage is a testament to our commitment to economic justice and our belief that everyone who works full time deserves a living wage.”

The value of a $15 minimum wage, however, has changed since lawmakers acted in 2019. A person making $8.25 in February 2019 would need to earn $10.30 today to have the same buying power after inflation, according to the Consumer Price Index. A $15 hourly wage today has the buying power that $12.02 had in February 2019. A person would need to make an $18.72 wage today to have the same buying power that $15 had in February 2019. Top Democrats didn’t say if they will push for new increases.

“As a Senator of 25 years, history has shown my commitment of fighting to ensure workers are paid a living wage.

That commitment still holds strong today,” Lightford said in an email

statement.

Pritzker said he supports ideas that will help workers make more money, but didn’t commit to supporting any plan to raise the minimum wage further when pressed about it at a news conference Dec. 11.

“We always are thinking about how do you balance the need for higher wages with the needs that businesses have to hire people and do it affordably. But I think we did it the right way when we did it back in 2019,” Pritzker said.

The new $15 wage equates to a 40-hourper-week annual salary of $31,200 before taxes. That equals the federal government’s poverty level for a four-person household. The poverty level is $15,060 in a single-person household.

But according to calculations in a national project by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, $15 hourly still doesn’t equate to a “living” wage in Illinois, based on U.S. Census Bureau cost of living and other cost estimates provided by federal agencies adjusted for inflation.

A single adult with no children needs a $22.86 hourly salary to make a living wage in Illinois, while a two-parent household with two working adults and three children would each need to earn $31.69. In a two-parent household with one working adult and one child, the worker needs $36.49 to make a living wage, according to the MIT project.

Inflation is making it hard for workers to benefit from wage increases, Sandoval said, adding rising wages also cause businesses to raise prices.

“They might get the wage increase on one side, but their cost of living goes up accordingly,” Sandoval said.

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It is funded primarily by the Illinois Press Foundation and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation, along with major contributions from the Illinois Broadcasters Foundation and Southern Illinois Editorial Association.

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Energy & Environment

Ocean seminar

By Drs. Robert & Sonia Vogl

Illinois Renewable Energy Association Contributors

A second National Science Foundation seminar in Delaware followed the Arctic seminar. It focused on the deteriorating environmental conditions of the Atlantic Ocean. This time Sonia, Lin and Tad headed back to Illinois to prepare for our move to Ann Arbor where we were accepted as graduate students in the School of Natural Resources at the University of Michigan.

Sonia drove herself and our two children back to Illinois while Bob took a bus to the ocean seminar with his books, clothing and some personal items. When he crossed the border to get back into the United States a luggage check found the syringe and medicine he used to control his allergies. The bus was delayed until the guards were convinced no illegal drugs were involved.

The bus to New York arrived too late for Bob to catch the last bus of the night to take him to the ocean seminar. At the

bus depot police were chasing a group of young people trying to get into the backs of large trucks to hitch a ride to Woodstock for the music festival as regular bus service was cancelled. As the depot emptied Bob was left alone to spend the night. The next day bus service was restored and Bob got to the ocean seminar.

A major environmental concern was the status of ocean fish populations. Beyond imposing limits on the amount of fish being harvested by commercial interests was the effort to restore dwindling ocean food resources. There were attempts to raise young fish in structures in shallow ocean shoreline areas. However hurricanes and other storms often destroyed or damaged the structures limiting that approach to raising young fish or other edible organisms.

Overfishing and high rates of harvesting food resources were depleting desired populations. Water from streams, rivers and drainage systems brought pollution from urban and farming operations into

the ocean adversely impacting the edible resources. Filling estuaries for urban developments reduced their capacity to nurture food resources essential to restoring ocean populations.

The lure of living along the ocean shoreline was also increasing ocean front developments which reduced the area of nurseries available to nurture future populations. Ongoing development of underground reservoirs of fresh water essential for human wellbeing and use dropped only to be replaced by intrusions of salty ocean waters.

Somewhat surprising was the comment by one of the ocean experts who lamented his career choice which had raised his interest in ocean fish populations led to securing a career in the field. Upon reflection he felt a more promising career path would have been in geology and mineral resources.

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During the next two summers, we taught an environmental class for high school students enrolled in a private school in New Jersey. A member of an environmental organization in the area led the class to an estuary where we identified native plant and animal species. Our observations of the rich species diversity were turned into a report sent to state officials in an effort the help preserve the estuary.

Environmental interests had learned of long standing development plans to fill in the estuary and create a new expressway through the wetland. Some large broken chunks of concrete were already dumped along its edges.

A substantial portion of the estuary eventually became the site of a new NFL football stadium. We doubt the roaring masses of fans realize the loss of ocean fish and other edible ocean resources caused by intrusion of the stadium on what had been a rich natural area as they cheer for their favorite teams.

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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean officials said Monday they will conduct safety inspections of all Boeing 737-800 aircraft operated by the country’s airlines, as they struggle to determine what caused a plane crash that killed 179 people a day earlier.

Sunday’s crash, the country’s worst aviation disaster in decades, triggered an outpouring of national sympathy.

Many people worry how effectively the South Korean government will handle the disaster as it grapples with a leadership vacuum following the recent successive impeachments of President Yoon Suk Yeol and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, the country’s top two officials, amid political tumult caused by Yoon’s brief imposition of martial law earlier this month.

New acting President Choi Sang-mok on Monday presided over a task force meeting on the crash and instructed authorities to conduct an emergency review of the country’s aircraft operation systems.

“The essence of a responsible response would be renovating the aviation safety systems on the whole to prevent recurrences of similar incidents and building a safer Republic of South Korea,” said Choi, who is also deputy prime minister and finance minister.

The Boeing 737-800 plane operated

by South Korean budget airline Jeju Air aborted its first landing attempt for reasons that aren’t immediately clear.

Then, during its second landing attempt, it received a bird strike warning from the ground control center before its pilot issued a distress signal. The plane landed without its front landing gear deployed, overshot the runway, slammed into a concrete fence and burst into a fireball.

Alan Price, a former chief pilot at Delta Air Lines and now a consultant, said the Boeing 737-800 is a “proven airplane” that belongs to a different class of aircraft than the Boeing 737 Max jetliner that was linked to fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019.

But South Korea’s Transport Ministry said Monday it plans to conduct safety inspections of all of the 101 Boeing 737-800 jet liners operated by the country’s airlines as well as a broader review into safety standards at Jeju Air, which operates 39 of those planes.

Senior ministry official Joo Jong-wan

said representatives from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board and Boeing were expected to arrive in South Korea on Monday to participate in the investigation.

Ministry officials also said they will look into whether the Muan airport’s localizer — a concrete fence housing a set of antennas designed to guide aircraft safely during landings — should have been made with lighter materials that would break more easily upon impact.

Joo said the ministry has determined that similar concrete structures are in other domestic airports, including in Jeju Island and the southern cities of Yeosu and Pohang, as well as airports in the United States, Spain and South Africa.

Video of the crash indicated that the pilots did not deploy flaps or slats to slow the aircraft, suggesting a possible hydraulic failure, and did not manually lower the landing gear, suggesting they did not have time, said John Cox, a retired airline pilot and CEO of Safety Operating Systems in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Despite that, the jetliner was under control and traveling in a straight line, and damage and injuries likely would have been minimized if not for the barrier being so close to the runway, Cox said.

Other observers said the videos showed the plane was suffering from suspected engine trouble but the landing gear malfunction was likely a direct reason for the crash. They said there wouldn’t likely be a link between the landing gear problem and the suspected engine issue.

Earlier Monday, anot her Boeing 737-800 plane operated by Jeju Air returned to Seoul’s Gimpo International Airport shortly after takeoff when the pilot detected a landing gear issue. Song Kyung-hoon, a Jeju Air executive, said the issue was resolved through communication with a land-based equipment center, but the pilot decided to return to Gimpo as a precautionary measure.

Joo said officials were reviewing whether there might have been communication problems between air traffic controllers and the pilot. “Our current understanding is that, at some point during the go-around process, communication became somewhat ineffective or was interrupted, ahead of the landing and impact,” he said.

Ministry officials said Monday the plane’s flight data and cockpit audio

recorders were moved to a research center at Gimpo airport ahead of their analysis.

Ministry officials earlier said it would take months to complete the investigation of the crash.

The Muan crash is South Korea’s deadliest aviation disaster since 1997, when a Korean Airlines plane crashed in Guam, killing 228 people on board.

The crash left many South Koreans shocked and ashamed, with the government announcing a seven-day national mourning period through Jan. 4. Some questioned whether the crash involved safety or regulatory issues, such as a 2022 Halloween crush in Seoul that killed 160 people and a 2014 ferry sinking that killed 304 people.

The Transport Ministry said authorities have identified 146 bodies and are collecting DNA and fingerprint samples from the other 33.

Park Han Shin, a representative of the bereaved families, said they were told that the bodies were so badly damaged that officials need time before returning them to their families.

“I demand that the government mobilize more personnel to return our brothers and family members as intact as possible more swiftly,” he said, choking down tears.

The crash was yet more major news for South Koreans already reeling from a political crisis set off by Yoon’s martial law decree, which brought hundreds of troops into Seoul streets and revived traumatic memories of past military rule in the 1970-80s.

The political tumult resulted in the opposition-controlled National Assembly impeaching Yoon and Han. The safety minister stepped down and the police chief was arrested over their roles in the martial law inforcement.

The absence of top officials responsible for managing disasters has led to concerns.

“We are deeply worried whether the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters really can handle the disaster,” the mass-circulation JoongAng Ilbo newspaper said in an editorial Monday.

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Retail

Value-seekers drove 2024’s retail trends and dead ends

By Anne D’Innocenzio and Dee-Ann Durbin Associated Press

Value was in vogue in 2024.

Shoppers and restaurant patrons in the U.S. were choosy about where and how to spend their money as they wrestled with high housing and food prices.

Well-heeled customers traded down to Walmart and Aldi. Diners opted for fast food or home cooking instead of sit-down restaurants. Department stores struggled as buyers shopped online or at cheaper chains like H&M. Residents also moved away from buying furniture or investing in expensive renovations, opting to refresh their homes with inexpensive items like frames and candles.

Those shifts changed the buying and eating landscape in 2024. As of Dec. 20, Coresight Research tracked 48 retail bankruptcies in the U.S., compared with 25 during the same period a year ago.

And at least 22 restaurant chains filed for bankruptcy this year, the highest number since 2020, according to BankruptcyData, a company that tracks filings.

Here are some of the trends – and dead ends – that The Associated Press tracked in 2024:

WINNERS:

WALMART The nation’s largest retailer typically shines during tough times as shoppers turn to the discounter for groceries, which account for 60% of Walmart’s total business. And just like during the 2008 Great Recession, Walmart saw households with incomes of $100,000 or above making up more of its clientele. But this time around, company executives think they can keep those customers because they’ve expanded online services and added more stylish clothes and mannequins.

AMAZON Online juggernaut Amazon leaned into its reputation as a destination for deals to appeal to bargain-hungry buyers. In November it launched Amazon Haul, a new low-cost storefront featuring electronics, apparel and other products priced under $20. And the company said its Prime Day event in July resulted in record sales. But Amazon could face headwinds in the coming year with threatened tariffs on products from China and labor unrest in the U.S. FAST CASUAL CHAINS It was a good year for restaurant chains like Shake Shack that are a step up from fast food but still offer good value. Cava, which specializes in fresh Mediterranean food, said its revenue surged more than

33% in the first nine months of this year as it rapidly built new restaurants. Chipotle got some heat from value-conscious diners about smaller portions, but drew customers back after retraining workers to ensure “consistent and generous” portions.

JEANS SELLERS The wide-leg jeans silhouette – the “it” style that rapidly replaced boot-cut and skinny jeans – drove sales across many different retailers this year. Macy’s, Abercrombie & Fitch, Levi Strauss, Gap and Stitch Fix were among those citing the trend as a big sales booster in recent months. Value-conscious buyers could snap them up at Walmart for $29. At the high end, Gucci had wide-leg versions for $1,200.

MCDONALD’S The year didn’t begin well for McDonald’s.

The company’s sales slumped as inflation-weary customers chose to eat at home instead of grabbing fast food. But a $5 meal deal introduced in June helped draw lower-income customers back into stores.

McDonald’s extended the deal through the end of this year and said more value is coming in 2025. The fast food giant is working to get customers back after a fall E. coli outbreak linked to raw onions in Quarter Pounder hamburgers sickened at least 104 people in 14 states.

LOSERS:

TARGET Target’s cheap chic fashions and home decor have long been a big attraction, but the chain faced challenges in 2024.

Unlike Walmart, Target is more reliant on discretionary items like clothing because less than a quarter of its sales come from food and beverages. It has always battled a perception of being more expensive, and analysts say its merchandise has lately been in disarray. Still, Target drew crowds on Black Friday with exclusive Taylor Swift products.

STARBUCKS Starbucks had a tough year. Orders are getting increasingly complex, with thousands of ways to customize drinks.

That’s leading to long lines and incorrect pickup times on the mobile app. New offerings like olive oil-infused coffee didn’t attract customers, who also grew tired of Starbucks’ high prices. Starbucks hired a new CEO, Brian Niccol, in the fall to help turn things around. But labor strife, which led to strikes in December, could continue to hurt the company in 2025.

LEGACY RESTAURANTS Several decades-old chains threw in the towel in 2024, succumbing to rising competition, changing dining patterns and

big portfolios of outdated restaurants. Red Lobster, TGI Fridays and Buca di Beppo all filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and shuttered dozens of locations. A leaner Red Lobster later exited bankruptcy under new ownership, but it remains to be seen whether older chains can turn around years of declining sales.

BIG TICKET ITEMS At the height of the coronavirus pandemic, U.S. consumers took advantage of low interest rates and stimulus benefits to remodel their homes and make other big purchases. But last year, they pulled back.

That’s been a challenge for retailers like Best Buy, the nation’s largest consumer electronics chain, which noted lower sales of appliances, home theaters and gaming equipment. Home Depot and Lowe’s also reported lower sales of big-ticket items, particularly discretionary kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects.

DEPARTMENT STORES Department stores, particularly those catering to middle income shoppers, have

struggled to hold onto customers as many turn to online shopping or to fast-fashion retailers. Among the worst performers: Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin-based Kohl’s, which reported its 11th consecutive quarter of sales declines this year. Outgoing CEO Tom Kingsbury recently owned up to merchandising mistakes, including scaling back fine jewelry, popular store label brands and petite sizes. Customers will see those categories return in the coming year.

Macy’s said it would close 150 namesake stores over three years and open 15 higher-end Bloomingdale’s. Upscale Nordstrom, on the other hand, had a better than expected fiscal year due largely to soaring sales at its off-price Nordstrom Rack stores. Last week, the department store chain agreed to be acquired and taken private by Nordstrom family members and a Mexican retail group. As a private company, Nordstrom may have more leeway and less scrutiny of its efforts to reinvigorate sales.

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Rockford Rocks

Aerosmith bassist Tom Hamilton and Rockford native Trace Foster to release album with new band Close Enemies

By Todd Houston Contributor

RRI: Tell us about your new band Close Enemies and who was responsible for putting this fantastic lineup together?

Tom Hamilton: Ironically, they pretty much recruited me! Trace Foster (guitarist), was my bass tech and had also worked for Joe Perry (Aerosmith guitarist) years ago. He’s known as being one of the best techs in the business and soon to be known for his playing and song writing as well.

Peter Stroud, our other guitar player has been playing with Sheryl Crowe for 25 years and is a consummate musician and writer. I think he’s looking forward to people hearing him as an awesome rock guitarist. Tony Brock, our drummer had a band called the Babys which put out at least a couple of rock hits. He went on to play for Rod Stewart for 12 years and has incredible power and taste.

Chasen Hampton, was the last to join and is an incredible singer who really interprets the songs the way we heard them. Also, our writing partner is Gary Stier and he is a more than talented wordsmith and songwriter. When I joined, these guys had been writing for a while so the bulk of the songs were there when I arrived. I brought in a song and collaborated on another. I have a few others that we’ll hopefully try out in the future. It’s been a pleasure to add to this material with my point of view on bass and everybody has made me feel welcome to throw my two cents in here and there in other ways.

Trace Foster Guitar: (Adding to Tom’s reply) Yeah, the band was my idea from the start. After my band Letters from Jett, struggled for a couple years I decided that I was too old to drive around in a van with nothing to show for it and decided I needed to up my game and my band members. I know a lot of people in the music business and decided I was going to go after guys who I liked and respected just see what happened. Our first Drummer was Actually Cheap Trick Drummer Daxx Nielsen. I wanted Daxx from the get go. He is such a great drummer. The problem we had with Daxx was he has no spare time. We really needed someone who had more time to dedicate to this project. I started writing with Chicagoan Gary Stier. Gary and I have been in bands together since the early 80’s way back to Atlanta, GA. Once we had a couple really good Ideas i approached guitarist Peter Stroud who said yes right away. He is one of my favorite guitarist ever so its such a thrill to play side by side with that guy. After Peter we asked Robert Kearns from Sheryl Crow’s band to play

Bass. Robert had also played with Lynyrd Skynyrd and Cry of Love and he said yes.

We started writing immediately. Daxx and Robert had ended up leaving the band because of time restraints and family. So, there I was in Vegas touring with Aerosmith (as Tom’s bass tech) and thought you know what, the best bassist I know is right over there! Go ask him! (laughs) As a side note, I had actually been playing with the guys in Aerosmith for Years. I had played Joe Perry’s parts in Rehearsals when he didn’t want to soundcheck and when Brad Whitford got COVID I played his parts for a week of Rehearsals. I also played with Joe in 2010 on his solo tour so Tom knew I could play.

Tom asked me to send him some songs and that he’d think about it. So, I sent him three songs and he called me right away and said “I’m in, these songs are great!”

We knew that we needed a drummer next so Peter Suggested we talk to Tony Brock. I said “THE TONY BROCK of The Babys?” Yep. Tony is one of the best rock drummers ever in my book. That man’s feel and pocket are amazing. We then found Chasen, our singer, in Boston. Basic tracks were recorded in Atlanta, Ga, and the drums were recut at Peter Frampton’s studio here in Nashville.

The album is done and now were ready to make some serious noise. Oh, and the funny thing is for our 8 show run were doing it all in a Van. Go figure!

RRI: Tom, what were your thoughts when you realized Aerosmith was done touring? Was it always in the back of your mind that you would continue to write music and perform live with another band post Aerosmith?

Tom: Well, when I found out that our tour was being cancelled and that Aerosmith was retiring from touring, I was sad but not shocked. After all, the tour was always meant to be our last one which is why we called it ”Peace Out”. I never even considered the idea that I would stop being involved in writing and recording. I had no idea what form my musical future would take, I just knew it would be there.

RRI: Trace, having toured extensively as Joe Perry’s guitar tech and as Tom’s bass guitar tech (among many others) what would you say are the biggest challenges that you’ve faced and what’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learned while working with all of these great musicians?

Trace: The biggest challenges are being able to adapt and make sure everything is consistent night after night. When I am guitar teching, I need to make sure these guys have the sound they need to do their job. I’m sure you know this Todd but you

don’t set an amp at one setting and expect that sound to work the next night. There are so many variables in play. I need to be able to adjust accordingly and consistently night after night and sometimes during a show!

The most valuable lesson I’ve learned as a guitarist is to listen. Listen to what’s going on around you and become part of it and most imprtantly, to leave space. Space is the key, Lots of guitar players think you need to fill up every bit of space in a song but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. I’ve learned so much by working with the likes of Aerosmith, The Rolling Stones and AC/ DC. When I was working with The Stones my ear mix was Ronnie Wood in my right ear and Keith Richards in my left. To hear those guys intertwine their guitar lines together was magical. They never said anything and I’m pretty sure they didn’t talk about it. There were moments when Ronnie would stop and Keith would play this beautiful line and vice versa. It was different every night so it wasn’t planned.

When you get to that point you know your onto something.

RRI: So when’s the album coming out?

Tom: We have an album recorded that’s being mixed and mastered now. We’re looking forward to releasing our first song on, I believe, the 17th of January. It’s called The Sound of a Train. We recently signed with TLG/Rock /Virgin So we have the right people in place to make sure this music is heard. That was the hardest part. We will be releasing a song a month for a few months then we will release the whole record.

RRI: Has there been any reaction from any of the other members of Aerosmith to what you’re doing now musically or are they pretty much wrapped up doing their own thing right now?

Tom: I have gotten some words of encouragement from most of the other guys. I saw Brad in Nashville when Close Enemies played there and he came to the show to lent support. I know he has a couple of things he’s thinking about. I’m pretty sure Joe is going to play some shows at some point this next year. Right now Steven is busy putting his yearly event together for his foundation Janie’s Fund which supports finding housing for those who are recovering from sexual abuse.

RRI: Trace, have you ever entertained the notion of putting a white streak in your hair a la Joe Perry?

Trace: No but I think that nature has the same thought you do! (laughs) RRI: Are you guys covering any Aerosmith songs in your set and if so, who’s picking the songs?

Tom: Yeah, we are playing a couple of Aerosmith songs. Right now it’s Sweet Emotion and Sick as a Dog. Those were my first choices and the rest of the guys jumped right on. We’re also playing a couple of hits of Tony’s from his days in The Babys.

RRI: Tom, what was your first reaction to seeing your Caricature on the cover of Aerosmith’s Draw the line album?

Tom: I’m proud to say that using Al Hirschfeld to draw the cover was my idea.

I grew up with my parents listening to Broadway sound track albums and his art was almost always on the covers. Even as a young kid I was intrigued by his unique style.

RRI: Tom, when was the last time you spoke to Jimmy Crespo or Rick Dufay (former Aerosmith guitarists) ?

Tom: I saw Rick when we were working on our last studio album “Music From Another Dimension”. I have fond memories of when he was part of the band in the early eighties. I haven’t seen Jimmy Crespo in a while. He deserves a lot more recognition for his playing and writing on “Rock in a Hard Place”. That album has some really cool guitar playing on it and it was all him.

RRI: Who came up with the name Close Enemies and is there any significant meaning or did you think it just sounded cool?

Trace: Peter Stroud’s wife Lynn came up with the name. This is a true story; We spent a year trying to find a name. We are all spread out across the US so we would do weekly zoom calls to talk Business and about names and when we did find one we liked we would start researching it. We would goggle it and then see if tthat name was used on Spotify or apple music. Every name was taken. lol Lynn had mentioned Close Enemies to us and it just fit. Of course the term comes from the Godfather Movie, “Keep your friends close and your enemies closer” But of course we were shocked to see it wasn’t being used.

RRI: Tom and Trace tell us what’s next for Close Enemies? Websites, Dates, new music, etc.

Trace: We have 8 dates lined up starting Jan. 8th in Philadelphia going through Jan. 29th ending in St. Louis. You can see those dates and all things Close Enemies at closeenemiestheband.com or Close Enemies band on Facebook, Close Enemies official on Instagram and close enemies on Tik Tok! We will be playing the Chicago City Winery on Jan. 25th and would love some Rockford Love!

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(6) months from the date of first Northwest Quarter (1/4) of of Foreclosure and Sale entered in ATES PC (630) 794-5300 please refer of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of months from the date of mailing ing post office addresses: 1009 publication, or within three (3) said Section 604.5 feet to the above cause on 6/20/2024, an to file number 14-23-03662.

Office were issued on December 13, or delivery of Notice to creditors, Hayes Ave., South Beloit, IL 61080; months from the date of mailing the South line of Plat No. 2 agent of Auction.com LLC will conAuction.com LLC 100 N LaSalle 2024 to Meridith Donahue of 2620 if mailing or delivery is required by that the true and real full names Public Notices or delivery of Notice to creditors, of Spring Brook Acres the duct the auction in person at 10:00 St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60606 Becker Drive, Peru, Illinois 61354, Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate of all persons owning, conducting n n n if mailing or delivery is required by Plat of which is recorded in AM on January 29, 2025 located at - 872-225-4985 You can also visit as Independent Executor, whose Act, 1975 as amended, whichever or transacting such business are STATE OF ILLINOIS, Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Book 35 of Plats on page 223 400 W State Street, Second Floor www.auction.com.

Attorneys of record are Guilfoyle date is later. Any claim not filed as follows: Darryl James Sheldon CIRCUIT COURT Act, 1975 as amended, whichever in the Recorder’s Office of Lobby, Rockford IL 61101, and will Attorney File No. 14-23-03662 & Stevenson, LLP, 1316 Meriden by the requisite date stated above SIGNED: Darryl James Sheldon WINNEBAGO COUNTY date is later. Any claim not filed Winnebago County, Illinois; sell at public sale to the highest Case Number: 2023-FC-0000243 Street, Mendota, IL 61342. shall be barred.

12/20/24 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT by the requisite date stated above thence North 89 degrees bidder, as set forth below, the NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR Claims against the estate may Claims against the Estate Subscribed and sworn (or DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME shall be barred.

55’19” East along the South following described real estate. DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, be e-filed in the Office of the Circuit may be filed in the office of the affirmed to) before me, this 20th CHANGE (ADULT) Claims against the estate may line of said Plat No. 2 of LOT FIFTY-ONE (51) AS YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S Clerk, Probate Division, Winnebago Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-- day of December, A.D. 2024.

Request of: be filed in the office of the WinSpring Brook Acres and parDESIGNATED UPON THE ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A County Courthouse, 400 W. State Probate Division, at the Winnebago PATRICIA ANNE DIAMOND, nebago County Circuit Clerk-Proallel with the South line of PLAT OF ROXBURY KNOLLS DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with County Courthouse, 400 West State Lori Gummow, County Clerk Current Name bate Division at the Winnebago the Northwest Quarter (1/4) SUBDIVISION, BEING A COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFOR- the Representative, or both, within Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61101, or Angela Reina, Deputy Clerk 25798R TRRT 1/15 Case Number 2024-MR-564 County Courthouse, 400 West State of said Section 400.0 feet to SUBDIVISION OF PART OF MATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED 6 months from the date of the first with the Estate’s legal representan n n There will be a court date on Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61101, or its intersection with a line THE NORTHEAST QUARTER FOR THAT PURPOSE. publication of this Notice. If the tive, or both. my Request to change my name with the estate legal representawhich is 400.0 feet West of (1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST I3258153 claim notice is personally mailed or Copies of claims filed with the ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION from: Patricia Anne Diamond to tive, or both. and parallel with the East QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION P25792R TRRT 1/15 delivered to a creditor of the above Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Divithe new name of: Patricia Ann STATE OF ILLINOIS, Copies of claims filed with the line of the Northwest Quar21, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, n n n estate, the claim must be filed in sion, must be mailed or delivered Diamond Hampton.

COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO Circuit Clerk’s Office – Probate Diviter (1/4) of said Section; RANGE 2 EAST OF THE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE the above entitled cause within 3 to the Estate’s legal representative The court date will be held: on sion, must be mailed or delivered This is to certify that the unthence South 01 degrees THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDSEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT months from the date of mailing and to their attorney within ten January 30, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., at to the estate legal representative dersigned intend to conduct and 28’47” West parallel with the IAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH WINNEBAGO COUNTY, or delivery, whichever is later. Any days after it has been filed.

400 W. State St., Rockford, IL, Win- and to her attorney within ten (10) transact a sales business in said East line of the Northwest SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED 400 WEST STATE STREET, claims not filed within the above Dated: January 8, 2025 nebago County, in Courtroom # 412. days after it has been filed.

Quarter (1/4) of said Section IN BOOK 32 ON PAGE 126 ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS periods are barred.

By: /s/George P. Hampilos, Esq. County and State under the name /s/ Patricia Anne Diamond Dated: December 10, 2024 604.5 feet to the point of IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE ESTATE OF E-filing is now mandatory for George P. Hampilos, Esq. of O.C. Goods at the following post Current Name TERRY PODY, beginning; situated in the OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Carlos Manuel Contreras, documents in civil cases with George P. Hampilos — office addresses: 2334 8th Ave., Apt. 25771R TRRT 1/1 Independent Administrator County of Winnebago and ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE DECEASED. limited exceptions. To e-file, you ARDC #6210622 2, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true n n n Attorney Erin E. Walsh State of Illinois.

COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO 24 PR 293 must first create an account with HAMPILOS & ASSOCIATES, LTD. and real full names of all persons STATE OF ILLINOIS, Attorney for Estate PIN: 12-12-176-005 AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Notice is given to creditors of an e-filing service provider. Visit 308 West State Street, Suite 210 owning, conducting or transacting CIRCUIT COURT 1707 East State Street 5. A common address or Commonly known as 1259 ROX- the death of the above named https://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/ Rockford, Illinois 61101 such business are as follows: Ora WINNEBAGO COUNTY Rockford, IL 61104 description of the location of the BURY CLOSE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 decedent. Letters of office were service-providers.htm to learn Telephone: 815-962-0044 Vernita Johnson PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT (815) 399-1400 real estate is as follows: 8372 Spring Property Index No. 12-21- issued to Vanessa Saenz, 3128 SW more and to select a service Fax: 815-962-6250 SIGNED: Ora Vernita Johnson DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME 25767R TRRT 1/1 Creek Road, Rockford, Illinois 128-004.

23rd Terrace, Miami, Florida 33145, provider. If you need additional georgehamp@aol.com 12/20/24 CHANGE (ADULT) n n n 6. An identification of the The real estate is improved as Independent Administrator, help or have trouble e-filing, visit 25795R TRRT 1/15 Subscribed and sworn (or Request of: STATE OF ILLINOIS mechanics lien sought to be with a Residential Property. The whose attorney of record is Martin https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/ n n n affirmed to) before me, this 20th BASIM BASIM, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE foreclosed is as follows: judgment amount was $128,367.51 J. Fogarty, The Heartland Law Firm, FAQ/gethelp.asp.

Mark’s Auto Service day of December, A.D. 2024.

Current Name 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT a. Name of Lienholder: Rock Sale Terms: 20% down of the 1545 Waukegan Road, Suite 2-9, Copies of a claim filed with the 2429 South Alpine Rd. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Case Number 2024-MR-583 COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO Valley Fence & Deck highest bid by certified funds at the Glenview, Illinois 60025.

Clerk must be mailed or delivered Rockford, IL 61108 Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk There will be a court date on ROCK VALLEY FENCE & DECK, an b. Name of Property Owner: close of the sale payable to Auction.

The estate will be administered to the Representative and to the 815-398-9871 25799R TRRT 1/15 my Request to change my name Illinois corporation, Adam J. Fitzgerald com LLC, No third party checks without court supervision, unless Attorney within 10 days after it Legal Notice n n n from: Basim Basim to the new Plaintiff, c. Date of Mechanics Lien: will be accepted. All registered under section 5/28-4 of the Probate has been filed.

Notice of Intent to Enforce ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF name of: Basim Shadidi. vs.

October 15, 2024 bidders need to provide a photo Act (Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, The estate will be administered Mechanic’s Lien INTENTION The court date will be held: on ADAM J. FITZGERALD, d. Date of Recording: October ID in order to bid. The balance, in par. 5/28-4) any interested person without court supervision, unless Mark’s Auto Service, located February 12, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., at STATE OF ILLINOIS, ENVOY MORTGAGE, LTD., 17, 2024 certified funds/or wire transfer, is terminates independent adminis- under Section 5/28-4 of the Pro- at 2429 S. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL, WinCOUNTY OF WINNEBAGO UNKNOWN OWNERS and e. County Where Recorded: due within twenty-four (24) hours. tration at any time by mailing or bate Act (Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, 61108, intends to enforce a menebago County, in Courtroom # 426.

This is to certify that the unNON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Winnebago County, Illinois (relief fee not required) The subject delivering a petition to terminate Ch. 758, par. 5/28-4) any interested chanic’s lien upon the following /s/ Basim Basim Defendants. f. Recording Document Identi- property is subject to general real to the clerk. person terminates independent vehicle pursuant to Chapter 770 dersigned intend to conduct and Current Name Case No. 2024 CH 135 fication: 2024025422 estate taxes, special assessments, Claims against the estate may administration at any time by ILCS 50/3: transact a transportation business 25788R TRRT 1/8 PUBLICATION NOTICE NOW THEREFORE, unless you, or special taxes levied against said be filed with the clerk or with the mailing or delivering a petition Vehicle: 2012 Chrysler 300 C in said County and State under the n n n The requisite Affidavit for Pub- UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RE- real estate and is offered for sale representative, or both, on or to terminate to the Circuit Clerk. Vin # 2C3CCAET2CH274253 name of Rolling With Mamat TransPUBLIC NOTICE lication having been filed, notice is CORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, file without any representation as to before July 1, 2025, or, if mailing Claims against the estate may be Owner: Tara Williams portation, LLC at the following post LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWN- your Answer to the Complaint for quality or quantity of title and or delivery of a notice from the filed with the Office of the Circuit Lienholder: Credit Acceptance office addresses: 2205 S. Perryville that ON OR AFTER Friday, January ERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Foreclosure of Mechanics Lien in without recourse to plaintiff and representative is required by Clerk, Probate Division, Winnebago Corp.

Rd., PMB 727, Rockford, IL 61108; 10, 2025 AT 10:00AM a sale by on- Defendants in the above-entitled this cause or otherwise make your in “AS IS” condition. The sale is section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, County Courthouse, 400 W. State Amount due and Owing: $3,655.01 that the true and real full names line auction will be held at www. cause, that the above-entitled appearance therein, in the offices further subject to confirmation by the date stated in that notice. Any Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with Date and location of Sale: of all persons owning, conducting StorageAuctions.com, to sell the Mechanics Lien Foreclosure action of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the court. Upon payment in full of claim not filed on or before that the representative, or both, or, if February 1, 2025 at 8 a.m. at Mark’s articles stored in the following was filed on December 6, 2024, and Winnebago County, 400 West State the amount bid, the purchaser will date is barred. Copies of a claim mailing or delivery of a notice from Auto Service, 2429 S. Alpine Rd., or transacting such business are as follows: Marquita Liticia Buckley units to enforce a lien pursuant is now pending.

Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, on or receive a certificate of sale that will filed with the clerk must be mailed the representative is required by Rockford, IL 61108. of the Self-Service Storage Facility 1. The names of all Plaintiffs before January 17, 2025 (which is the entitle the purchaser to a deed to or delivered by the claimant to Section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, 25796R TRRT 1/15 SIGNED: Marquita Liticia Buckley 12/30/24 Act, (770 ILCS 95/1 et. Seq.) against and the Case Number are iden- 30th day after the first publication the real estate after confirmation the representative and to the the date stated in that notice. Any n n n Subscribed and sworn (or such articles for storage furnished tified above. of this notice), default may be of the sale. attorney within 10 days after it claims not filed on or before 6 STATE OF ILLINOIS, affirmed to) before me, this 30th at Everything Self Storage, 7243 2. The Court in which this action entered against you at any time The property will NOT be has been filed. months from the first publication CIRCUIT COURT day of December, A.D. 2024.

Cherryvale N Blvd, Rockford, IL was brought is identified above. after that day and a Judgment may open for inspection and plaintiff E-filing is now mandatory for of this notice are barred.

WINNEBAGO COUNTY 61112 (815-205-0055).

3. The name of the titleholder be entered in accordance with the makes no representation as to documents in civil cases with 25794R TRRT 1/15 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT Lori Gummow, County Clerk Unit A474 - Halee Dillard; of record is: Adam J. Fitzgerald. prayer of said Complaint. the condition of the property, pro- limited exemptions. To e-file, you n n n DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 25800R TRRT 1/15 Unit C61 - TaVanna Branch.

4. A legal description of the real RENO & ZAHM LLP spective bidders are admonished must first create an account with STATE OF ILLINOIS CHANGE (ADULT) n n n Run Dates: 12/25/24, 1/1/25 estate sufficient to identify it with BY: /s/ Michael G. Schultz to check the court file to verify all an e-filing service provider. Visit IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Request of: 25778R TRRT 1/1 reasonable certainty is as follows: ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF Michael G. Schultz, information. If this property is a http://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/ser17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT CARLON LYNELL HILL, n n n INTENTION Part of the East Half Attorney for Plaintiff condominium unit, the purchaser vice-providers.htm to learn more COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO Current Name STATE OF ILLINOIS (1/2) of the Northwest RENO & ZAHM LLP of the unit at the foreclosure sale, and to select a service provider. If PROBATE DIVISION Case Number 2024-MR-595 STATE OF ILLINOIS, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Quarter (1/4) of Section 12, Michael G. Schultz (#6297569) other than a mortgagee, shall pay you need additional help or have In the Matter of the Estate of: There will be a court date on COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Township 44 North, Range 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400 the assessments and the legal trouble e-filing, visit http://www.ilWILLIAM E. HAMMOND, my Request to change my name This is to certify that the WINNEBAGO COUNTY 2 East of the Third PrinRockford, IL 61107 fees required by the Condominium linoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp.asp.

Deceased. from: Carlon Lynell Hill to the undersigned intend to conduct PROBATE DIVISION cipal Meridian, bounded (815) 987-4050 property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g) Martin J. Fogarty CASE NO. 2024-PR-312 new name of: Carlon Lynell Keith. and transact a media company IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: and described as follows, mgs@renozahm.com (l) and (g)(4). If this property is a The Heartland Law Firm (6201215) CLAIM NOTICE The court date will be held: on business in said County and State GILBERT PODY, to-wit: Commencing at the 25768R TRRT 1/1 condominium unit which is part of 1545 Waukegan Road, Suite 2-9 NOTICE is given of the death February 27, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., at under the name of Bridge Builders Deceased.

Southeast corner of the n n n a common interest community, the Glenview, Illinois 60025 of WILLIAM E. HAMMOND. Letters 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL, Win- Media Group at the following post Case No. 2024 PR 288 Northwest Quarter (1/4) of IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE purchaser of the unit at the foreclo- (847)729-3300 of Office were issued on the 16th nebago County, in Courtroom # 412. office addresses: 3005 Spring Creek CLAIM NOTICE said Section; thence South SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT sure sale other than a mortgagee I3258150 day of December, 2024 to KIM /s/ Carlon Lynell Hill Rd., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true NOTICE IS GIVEN of the death of 89 degrees 55’19” West WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS shall pay the assessments required P25793R TRRT 1/15 J. BERTRAM, 2034 S. Winnebago Current Name and real full names of all persons GILBERT M. PODY. Letters of Office along the South line of the U.S. Bank National Association by the Condominium Property Act, n n n Road, Winnebago, Illinois 61088, 25797R TRRT 1/15 owning, conducting or transacting were issued on November 7, 2024, Northwest Quarter (1/4) of Plaintiff, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE who is the legal representative of n n n to Terry Pody, 8800 Waterview said Section 400.0 feet to -v.IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT the Estate. The attorney for the ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF such business are as follows: Darian Deshaun George Road, Machesney Park, Illinois the point of beginning for Fernando Hernandez; (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS Estate is GEORGE P. HAMPILOS, INTENTION SIGNED: Darian Deshaun George 61115, who is the legal representathe following described et. al.

RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION IN THE MATTER OF THE of Hampilos & Associates, Ltd., STATE OF ILLINOIS, 12/30/24 tive of the estate. The attorney for parcel; thence South 89 deDefendants.

FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ESTATE OF 308 West State Street, Suite 210, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO Subscribed and sworn (or the estate is Attorney Erin E. Walsh, grees 55’19” West along the 2023-FC-0000243 ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACPatricia Ann Donahue, Rockford, Illinois 61101.

This is to certify that the unZimmerman and Walsh, LLP at 1707 South line of the Northwest 1259 ROXBURY CLOSE, CORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 Deceased Claims against the Estate dersigned intend to conduct and affirmed to) before me, this 30th East State Street, Rockford, IL 61104.

Quarter (1/4) of said Section ROCKFORD, IL 61107 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE Case No. 2024-PR-301 may be filed on or before July 8, transact a white metal casting day of December, A.D. 2024.

Claims against the estate may 400.0 feet; thence North 01 NOTICE OF SALE FORECLOSURE LAW. CLAIM NOTICE 2025, that date being at least six business in said County and State Lori Gummow, County Clerk be filed on or before June 18, degrees 28’47” East parallel PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY For information, contact PlainNotice is given to creditors of (6) months from the date of first under the name of Darryl Sheldon Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 2025, that date being at least six with the East line of the GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment tiffs attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCI- the death of Patricia Ann Donahue publication, or within three (3) DBA Sheldon Pewter at the follow25801R TRRT 1/15

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n n n our building and the foreclosure PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO. 2024-PR-319 for a Tax Deed which will transfer months from the date of mailing HUXLY ONKEN. ica, IL 61063; that the true and real IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE sale room in Cook County and the IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE CLAIM NOTICE title and the right to possession of or delivery of Notice to creditors, NOW THEREFORE, unless you, full names of all persons owning, 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT same identification for sales held OF: NOTICE is given of the death of this property if redemption is not if mailing or delivery is required by and all whom it may concern, file conducting or transacting such WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS at other county venues where Marion Reidelberger, RAY W. JOHNSON, who died on July made on or before April 25, 2025 Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate your answer to the Petition in business are as follows: Darren ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC The Judicial Sales Corporation Deceased.

1, 2024. Letters of Office were issued This matter is set for hearing Act, 1975, as amended, whichever the action or otherwise file your F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC conducts foreclosure sales.

CASE NO: 2024-PR-0000275 on December 13, 2024, to DAPHNE in the Circuit Court of this County date is later. Any claim not filed appearance therein in said Circuit James Hess; Dakota Nathaniel Hess SIGNED: Darren James Hess F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC. For information, examine the CLAIM NOTICE R. HOLTERMAN, 6459 Whitefish Bay in Rockford, Illinois, on May 23, by the requisite date stated above Court of Winnebago County, in 12/6/24 Plaintiff, court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, NOTICE is given of the death of Road, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235-8152, 2025 at 9:30, a.m. in Courtroom 412. shall be barred. the City of Rockford, Illinois on or -v.P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 MARION REIDELBERGER on October NADINE J. MILLER, 914 N. Fox Street, You may be present at this Claims against the estate before the 31st day of January 2025, SIGNED: Dakota Nathaniel Hess TODD LUNDIN NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 18th, 2023. Letters of Office were Appleton, WI 54911 and VALERIE hearing, but your right to redeem may be filed in the office of a default may be entered against 12/6/24 et al 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) issued on December 16, 2024 to: J. RENK, 6788 Wilburn Road, Sun will already have expired at the Winnebago County Circuit you any time after that day and a Subscribed and sworn (or Defendant 794-9876 Holly Ruth Holm who is the legal Prairie, WI 53590, who are the legal that time.

Clerk-Probate Div. at the Winneba- Judgment entered in accordance affirmed to) before me, this 6th 2024-FC-0000216 THE JUDICIAL SALES representative of the estate. The representatives of the estate. The YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM go County Courthouse, 400 West with the prayer of said Petition. day of December, A.D. 2024.

NOTICE OF SALE CORPORATION attorney is Christian Solares, 4855 attorney for the estate is Douglas IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS State Street, Rockford, Illinois Dated: December 19, 2024 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV- One South Wacker Drive, E State St Ste 24, Rockford, IL 61108. R. Henry, of Barrick, Switzer, Long, OF PROPERTY 61101 or with the estate legal Thomas A Klein, Lori Gummow, County Clerk EN that pursuant to a Judgment of 24th Floor, Claims against the estate may Balsley & Van Evera, LLP, 6833 StaltRedemption can be made at representative, or both.

Clerk of the Court Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Chicago, IL 60606-4650 25790R TRRT 1/8 be filed within six (6) months from er Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61108. any time on or before April 25, Copies of claims filed with the ZIMMERMAN & WALSH, LLP above cause on August 29, 2024, an (312) 236-SALE the date of first publication. Any Claims against the Estate may 2025, by applying to the County Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Divi- Attorney Erin E. Walsh, #6279993 n n n agent for The Judicial Sales CorpoYou can also visit The Judicial claim not filed within six (6) months be filed on or before June 25, Clerk of Winnebago County, Illi- sion, must be mailed or delivered 1707 East State Street ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF ration, will at 12:30 PM on January Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. from the date of first publication 2025, that date being at least six nois, at the County Courthouse in to the estate legal representative Rockford, IL 61104 INTENTION 31, 2025, at the Advocus National com for a 7 day status report of or claims not filed within three (3) (6) months from the date of first Rockford, Illinois. and to his/her attorney within ten Phone: 815-399-1400 STATE OF ILLINOIS, Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone pending sales. months from the date of mailing publication, or within three (3) For further information contact days after it has been filed.

Fax: 815-399-9440 COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if months from the date of mailing the County Clerk.

DATED: December 20, 2024 eew@zimwalsh.com This is to certify that the unsell at a public sale to the highest 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, mailing is required by Section 18-3 or delivery of Notice to creditors, ULTRA MARES LLC, Purchaser KATHLEEN A. GODARE 25786R TRRT 1/8 bidder, as set forth below, the SUITE 100 dersigned intend to conduct and of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as if mailing or delivery is required by By: G. Michael Scheurich, Name: JEREMY RAMSEY n n n following described real estate: BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 amended whichever date is later. Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Its Attorney ARDC Number: # 6276765 ADOPTION NOTICE transact a antique and vintage LOT NINETEEN (19) AS 630-794-5300 Any claim not filed by the requisite Act, 1975 as amended, whichever 25782R TRRT 1/8 Attorney for Estate STATE OF ILLINOIS resale business in said County DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com date stated above shall be barred. date is later. Any claim not filed n n n Address: 7124 Windsor Lake IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE and State under the name of The 1 OF MULFORD HIGHLANDS, Attorney File No. 14-24-03721 Claims may be filed in the by the requisite date stated above IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Parkway 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Chipped Cupboard at the followBEING A SUBDIVISION OF Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 office of the Winnebago County shall be barred.

SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Loves Park, IL 61111 COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ing post office addresses: 13184 PART OF THE SOUTHEAST Case Number: 2024-FC-0000216 Circuit Clerk-Probate Div. at the Claims against the Estate WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS Telephone: (815) 988-4364 STATE OF ILLINOIS Glencree Lane, Rockton, IL 61072; QUARTER (1/4) OF THE TJSC#: 44-2502 Winnebago County Courthouse, may be filed in the Office of the IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF 25784R TRRT 1/8 COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO that the true and real full names NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101, Winnebago County Circuit Clerk, BRENDA K. VEITCH, n n n SS. OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP Collection Practices Act, you are or with the representative or both. Probate Division at the Winnebago DECEASED STATE OF ILLINOIS In Re the Matter of the Petition of all persons owning, conducting 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST advised that Plaintiff’s attorney Copies of claims filed with the County Courthouse, 400 West State No. 2024-PR-0000323 COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO for Adoption of or transacting such business are as OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL is deemed to be a debt collector Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Div., Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the CLAIM NOTICE SS HADEE MAE ONKEN, follows: Elizabeth Kathleen Whalen MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF attempting to collect a debt and must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative, or both.

Notice is given to claimants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE a female child, SIGNED: Elizabeth Kathleen WHICH SUBDIVISION IS any information obtained will be estate legal representative and to Copies of claims filed with the of the death of BRENDA K. VEITCH, 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT 2024 AD 179.

Whalen 12/20/24 RECORDED IN BOOK 31 used for that purpose. the attorney within ten days (10) Circuit Clerk’s Office, Probate Divi- deceased, of Winnebago, County, WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS To All Whom It May Concern: Subscribed and sworn (or OF PLATS ON PAGE 5 IN Case # 2024-FC-0000216 after it has been filed. sion, must be mailed or delivered Illinois. Letters of Office were IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: TAKE NOTICE that a Petition THE RECORDER’S OFFICE I3257684 DATED: 12/17/2024 to the Estate legal representative issued on December 17, 2024, to RODNEY G. LUCAS was filed in the Circuit Court of affirmed to) before me, this 20th OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, P25773R TRRT 1/8 HOLLY RUTH HOLM, EXECUTOR and to their attorney within ten RANDY L. VEITCH, as Independent Deceased, Winnebago County, Illinois, for the day of December, A.D. 2024.

ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE n n n CHRISTIAN SOLARES #6325075 (10) days after it has been filed. Administrator, and whose attorney CASE NO. 2024 PR 304 adoption of a minor child named Lori Gummow, County Clerk COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE Attorney for Estate Dated: December 18, 2024 is TAMMY M. JULIAN, Bar #06211255, CLAIM NOTICE HADEE MAE ONKEN. Deputy Clerk AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT 4855 E State St Ste 24 /s/ Daphne R. Holterman FARRELL, HAMILTON & JULIAN, P.C., NOTICE is given of the death of NOW THEREFORE, unless you, 25791R TRRT 1/8 Commonly known as 4419 WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Rockford, IL 61108 DOUGLAS R. HENRY - #6229426 1305 D’Adrian Professional Park, RODNEY G. LUCAS. Letters of Office and all whom it may concern, file n n n CALICO CIR, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 400 WEST STATE STREET, 815/312-1703 BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, Godfrey, IL 62035-1686 (Phone: were issued on December 6, 2024, your answer to the Petition in STATE OF ILLINOIS Property Index No. 16-09ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS 25779R TRRT 1/8 BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP 618-466-9080). to COURTNEY M. LUCAS, c/o 7124 the action or otherwise file your 278-001 ESTATE OF n n n 6833 Stalter Drive The estate will be administered Windsor Lake Parkway, Loves Park, appearance therein in said Circuit IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT The real estate is improved Charles Smith, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Rockford, IL 61108 without court supervision unless IL 61111, who is the legal represen- Court of Winnebago County, in with a residence.

DECEASED. 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT (815) 962-6611 under 755 ILCS 5/28-4 any interest- tative of the estate. The attorney the City of Rockford, Illinois on or WINNEBAGO COUNTY Sale terms: 25% down of the 24 PR 302 WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS dhenry@bslbv.com ed person terminates independent for the estate is JEREMY RAMSEY, before the 31st day of January 2025, PROBATE DIVISION highest bid by certified funds at Notice is given to creditors of PROBATE DIVISION 25781R TRRT 1/8 administration at any time by 7124 Windsor Lake Parkway, Loves a default may be entered against IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: the close of the sale payable to The the death of the above named IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE n n n mailing or delivering a petition to Park, IL 61111. you any time after that day and a MARGARET ANN LINDBLADE, Judicial Sales Corporation. No third decedent. Letters of office were OF: TAX DEED NO. 2024TX144 terminate to the clerk.

Claims against the estate may Judgment entered in accordance Deceased. party checks will be accepted. The issued to Patricia Veglahn, E1266 Jo Renee Dew, FILED December 11, 2024 Claims against the estate may be filed on or before June 25, with the prayer of said Petition.

CASE NO: 2024 PR 298 balance, in certified funds/or wire Mundsack Road, Genoa, Wisconsin Deceased.

Daniel E. Hilleshiem be filed in the office of the Clerk 2025, that date being at least six Dated: December 19, 2024 CLAIM NOTICE transfer, is due within twenty-four 54632, as Independent AdminisCASE NO: 2024-PR-0000265 923 Marie Ave. of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, (6) months from the date of first Thomas A Klein, (24) hours. The subject property trator, whose attorney of record NOTICE is given of the death CLAIM NOTICE Machesney Park, IL 61115 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL publication or within three (3) Clerk of the Court is subject to general real estate is Jacqueline Kanter, Schwartz NOTICE is given of the death Unknown Occupants 61101, or with the administrator, or months from the date of mailing ZIMMERMAN & WALSH, LLP of MARGARET ANN LINDBLADE. taxes, special assessments, or Jambois, 60 West Randolph Street, of JO RENEE DEW on February18th, 923 Marie Ave. both, on or before June 25, 2025, or if or delivery of Notice to creditors, Attorney Erin E. Walsh, #6279993 Letters of Office of Executor were special taxes levied against said 4th Floor, Chicago, Illinois 60601. 2024. Letters of Office were issued Machesney Park, IL 61115 mailing or delivery of a notice from if mailing or delivery is required by 1707 East State Street issued on November 19, 2024 to real estate and is offered for sale The estate will be administered on November 13, 2024 to: James P UNKNOWN OWNERS OR PARTIES the representatives is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Rockford, IL 61104 MARGARET G. LOPEZ, who is the without any representation as to without court supervision, unless Dew, who is the legal representaINTERESTED, GENERALLY Section 5/18-3 of Chapter 755 of the Act, 1975, as amended, whichever Phone: 815-399-1400 legal representative of the estate. quality or quantity of title and under section 5/28-4 of the Probate tive of the estate. The attorney is TAKE NOTICE Illinois Compiled Statutes, the date date is later. Any claim not filed Fax: 815-399-9440 The attorney for the estate is J. Laird without recourse to Plaintiff and Act (Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, Christian Solares, 4855 E State St County of Winnebago stated in that notice. Any claim by the requisite date stated above eew@zimwalsh.com in “AS IS” condition. The sale is par. 5/28-4) any interested person Ste 24, Rockford, IL 61108.

Date Premises Sold October not filed on or before that date shall be barred.

25787R TRRT 1/8 Lambert, 4615 East State Street, further subject to confirmation terminates independent adminisClaims against the estate may 25, 2022 is barred. Copies of a claim filed Claims against the estate may n n n Suite 201, Rockford, Illinois 61108. by the court. tration at any time by mailing or be filed within six (6) months from Certificate No. 202100358 with the clerk shall be mailed or be filed in the office of the WinSTATE OF ILLINOIS Claims against the estate may Upon payment in full of the delivering a petition to terminate the date of first publication. Any Sold of General Taxes of (year) delivered by the claimant to the nebago County Circuit Clerk-Pro- IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE be filed on or before June 18, amount bid, the purchaser will to the clerk. claim not filed within six (6) months 2021 representatives and to the repre- bate Div. at the Winnebago County 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT 2025, that date being at least six receive a Certificate of Sale that will Claims against the estate may from the date of first publication Sold for Special Assessment of sentatives’ attorney within ten (10) Courthouse, 400 West State Street, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO (6) months from the date of first entitle the purchaser to a deed to be filed with the clerk or with the or claims not filed within three (3) (municipality) N/A days after it has been filed. (755 Rockford, Illinois 61101 or with the IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: publication, or within three (3) the real estate after confirmation representative, or both, on or months from the date of mailing and Special Assessment Number ILCS 5/18-3, 755 ILCS 5/18-11, 755 ILCS estate legal representative, or both.

ANDRES PUENTE-CUEVAS, months from the date of mailing of the sale. before June 25, 2025, or, if mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if N/A 5/18-2). [E-filing is now mandatory Copies of claims filed with the Petitioner, The property will NOT be or delivery of a notice from the mailing is required by Section 18-3 Warrant No. N/A Inst. No. N/A for documents in civil cases with Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Divivs. or delivery of Notice to Creditors, open for inspection and plaintiff representative is required by of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD limited exemptions pursuant to sion, must be mailed or delivered REINA ISABEL ORTEGA-PEREZ, if mailing or delivery is required by makes no representation as to section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, amended whichever date is later.

FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Illinois Supreme Court Rules.] to the estate legal representative Respondent.

Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate the condition of the property. Pro- the date stated in that notice. Any Any claim not filed by the requisite Property located at 923 Marie RANDY L. VEITCH, and to his/her attorney within ten Case No. 24-DN-354 Act, 1975 as amended, whichever spective bidders are admonished claim not filed on or before that date stated above shall be barred. Ave., Machesney Park, IL 61115 INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR days after it has been filed.

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION to check the court file to verify all date is barred. Copies of a claim Claims may be filed in the Legal Description or Perma- By: /s/ Tammy M. Julian, Attorney DATED: December 20, 2024 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to date is later. Any claim not filed information. filed with the clerk must be mailed office of the Winnebago County nent Index No.: 25783R TRRT 1/8 COURTNEY M. LUCAS Respondent Reina Isabel Orte- by the requisite date stated above If this property is a condomini- or delivered by the claimant to Circuit Clerk-Probate Div. at the Lot Fifteen (15) in Block n n n Name: JEREMY RAMSEY ga-Perez that Petitioner Andres shall be barred. um unit, the purchaser of the unit the representative and to the Winnebago County Courthouse, Claims against the estate Three (3) as designated STATE OF ILLINOIS ARDC Number: # 6276765 Puente-Cuevas has caused to be at the foreclosure sale, other than attorney within 10 days after it 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101, upon the Plat of Windsor COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO Attorney for Estate filed a PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION may be filed in the office of the a mortgagee, shall pay the assess- has been filed. or with the representative or both.

Park, the Plat of which is SS Address: 7124 Windsor Lake OF MARRIAGE and other relief in the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk – ments and the legal fees required E-filing is now mandatory for Copies of claims filed with the recorded in Book 14 of Plats IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Parkway above-captioned cause of action. Probate Division at the Winnebago

by The Condominium Property Act, documents in civil cases with Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Div., on Page 169 in the Record17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Loves Park, IL 61111 You are further notified that if you 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If limited exemptions. To e-file, you must be mailed or delivered to the er’s Office of Winnebago WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS Telephone: (815) 988-4364 fail to file an answer or otherwise County Courthouse, 400 West State this property is a condominium must first create an account with estate legal representative and to County, Illinois.

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: 25785R TRRT 1/8 appear on or before January 27, Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, or unit which is part of a common an e-filing service provider. Visit the attorney within ten days (10) Tax Code No. 08-31-381-006 JANET MARGUERITE MULROONEY n n n 2025, a judgment by default may with the estate legal representainterest community, the purchaser http://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/ser- after it has been filed.

This Notice is to advise you Deceased, ADOPTION NOTICE be entered against you at any time tive, or both. of the unit at the foreclosure sale vice-providers.htm to learn more DATED: 12/17/2024 that the above property has been CASE NO. 2024 PR 300 STATE OF ILLINOIS thereafter for the relief requested Copies of claims filed with other than a mortgagee shall pay and to select a service provider. If JAMES P DEW, EXECUTOR sold for delinquent taxes and that CLAIM NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE in the petition. the Circuit Clerk’s office must be the assessments required by The you need additional help or have CHRISTIAN SOLARES #6325075 the period of redemption from the NOTICE is given of the death of 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT /s/ Andres Puente-Cuevas, mailed or delivered to the estate Condominium Property Act, 765 trouble e-filing, visit http://www.il- Attorney for Estate sale will expire on April 25, 2025. JANET MARGUERITE MULROONEY. COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO Petitioner legal representative and to his or ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). linoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp.asp. 4855 E State St Ste 24 The amount to redeem is sub- Letters of Office were issued on STATE OF ILLINOIS 25789R TRRT 1/8 her attorney within ten (10) days IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR Jacqueline Kanter Rockford, IL 61108 ject to increase at 6 month intervals December 6, 2024, to KATHLEEN COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO n n n (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE Schwartz Jambois (6302480) 815/312-1703 from the date of sale and may be A. GODARE, c/o 7124 Windsor Lake SS. ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF of filing date.

Date: 12/18/24 RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION 60 West Randolph Street, 25780R TRRT 1/8 further increased if the purchaser Parkway, Loves Park, IL 61111, who In Re the Matter of the Petition INTENTION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF 4th Floor n n n at the tax sale or his assignee pays is the legal representative of the for Adoption of STATE OF ILLINOIS, Margaret G. Lopez, AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN Chicago, Illinois 60601 STATE OF ILLINOIS any subsequently accruing taxes or estate. The attorney for the estate HUXLY ONKEN, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO LEGAL REPRESENTATIVE/ ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15- (312)782-2525 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE special assessments to redeem the is JEREMY RAMSEY, 7124 Windsor a male child, This is to certify that the unEXECUTOR 1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE I3257803 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT property from subsequent forfei- Lake Parkway, Loves Park, IL 61111.

2024 AD 180. dersigned intend to conduct and J. LAIRD LAMBERT FORECLOSURE LAW. P25774R TRRT 1/8 WINNEBAGO COUNTY tures or tax sales. Check with the Claims against the estate may To All Whom It May Concern: transact a waste management You will need a photo identin n n PROBATE DIVISION County Clerk as to the exact amount be filed on or before June 25, TAKE NOTICE that a Petition business in said County and State 4615 East State Street, Suite 201 fication issued by a government IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE IN THE MATTER OF: you owe before redeeming.

2025, that date being at least six was filed in the Circuit Court of under the name of Jack of All Rockford, IL 61108 agency (driver’s license, passport, 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT RAY W. JOHNSON, This Notice is also to advise (6) months from the date of first Winnebago County, Illinois, for the Trailers at the following post office (815) 316-2167 etc.) in order to gain entry into WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS Deceased. you that a Petition has been filed publication or within three (3) adoption of a minor child named addresses: 7422 Best Rd., Pecaton25769R TRRT 1/1

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n n n at other county venues where entitle the purchaser to a deed to WENDELL S. CRANE Chicago, IL 60606-4650 PATRICIA REYES certified check, cashier’s check, or delivery of Notice to creditors, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE The Judicial Sales Corporation the real estate after confirmation Defendant (312) 236-SALE 2024 PR 0000209 money order, or in cash. if mailing or delivery is required by 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT conducts foreclosure sales. of the sale.

24 FC 9 You can also visit The Judicial NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION For further information contact Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS For information, contact The property will NOT be NOTICE OF SALE Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND CLAIMS the County Clerk FIRST MID BANK & TRUST, HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC open for inspection and plaintiff PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY com for a 7 day status report of NOTICE is given of the death of ADDRESS: Winnebago County Act of 1975, as amended, whichever NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 601 E. William makes no representation as to GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment pending sales.

PATRICIA REYES. Letters of Office Clerk’s Office, 404 Elm Street, date is later. Any claim not filed on Plaintiff, St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 422-1719. the condition of the property. Pro- of Foreclosure and Sale entered HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC were issued on December 11, 2024 Room 101, Rockford, IL 61101 or before that date shall be barred.

-v.Please refer to file number 2015256. spective bidders are admonished in the above cause on October 601 E. William St. to Patricia Reyes, 4610 1st Avenue, TELEPHONE:815-319-4253 Claims against the estate may ANDRES CAMPOS, THE JUDICIAL SALES to check the court file to verify all 11, 2024, an agent for The Judicial DECATUR IL, 62523 Lyons, IL 60534, who is the legal Zurmavar, LLC XV, Petitioner be filed with the estate represenCLEMENTINA GONZALES, CORPORATION information.

Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM 217-422-1719 administrator of the estate. The By:/s/ J. Thomas Witek COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO, One South Wacker Drive, If this property is a condomini- on January 13, 2025, at the Advocus Fax #: 217-422-1754 attorney for the estate is James Purchaser tative or the Office of the Circuit FOUR RIVERS SANITATION 24th Floor, um unit, the purchaser of the unit National Title Insurance, 973 Feath- E-Mail: Non-CookPleadings@ M. Chesloe, Ltd. 5650 S. Brainard Dated December 9, 2024 Clerk - Probate Division, at the AUTHORITY, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 at the foreclosure sale, other than erstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, hsbattys.com Avenue, Suite 250, Countryside 25764R TRRT 1/1 Winnebago County Courthouse, CITY OF ROCKFORD (312) 236-SALE a mortgagee, shall pay the assess- IL, 61107, sell at a public sale to the Attorney File No. 1692586 Illinois 60525. Date of death was n n n 400 W. State Street, Room 101, Defendant You can also visit The Judicial ments and the legal fees required highest bidder, as set forth below, Case Number: 24 FC 9 May 9, 2023.

TAX DEED CASE NO: 2024 TX 143 Rockford, Illinois, 61101, or with the 24 FC 166 Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. by The Condominium Property Act, the following described real estate: TJSC#: 44-2839 Notice is given to unknown FILED: 12/6/2024 representative, or both.

NOTICE OF SALE com for a 7 day status report of 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If LOT 28 AS DESIGNATNOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt heirs whose names or addresses To: PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY pending sales.

Copies of claims filed with the this property is a condominium ED UPON PLAT NO. 1 OF Collection Practices Act, you are are not stated in the petition 210 Oakwood Family Trust, GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC unit which is part of a common HICKORY CREST BEING A advised that Plaintiff’s attorney that an order was entered by 1127 Brentwood Ct., Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Diviof Foreclosure and Sale entered 601 E. William St. interest community, the purchaser SUBDIVISION OF PART OF is deemed to be a debt collector the court on December 11, 2024 Hanover Park, IL 60133 sion, must be mailed or delivered in the above cause on October DECATUR IL, 62523 of the unit at the foreclosure sale THE N.E. 1/4 OF SECTION 8, attempting to collect a debt and appointing said administrator.

Rockford Community Investment to the representative and to her 11, 2024, an agent for The Judicial 217-422-1719 other than a mortgagee shall pay T. 44 N., R. 2 E. OF THE 3RD any information obtained will be Claims against the estate may Fund, attorney within ten days after it Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM Fax #: 217-422-1754 the assessments required by The P.M., THE PLAT OF WHICH used for that purpose. be filed on or before June 18, % Thomas P. Sandquist, on January 13, 2025, at the Advocus E-Mail: Non-CookPleadings@ Condominium Property Act, 765 SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED Case # 24 FC 9 2025 that date being at least six 120 W. State St., Suite 306, has been filed.

National Title Insurance, 973 Feath- hsbattys.com ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IN BOOK 32 OF PLATS ON I3257408 (6) months from the date of first Rockford, IL 61101 DATED: December 10, 2024 erstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, Attorney File No. 2015256 IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR PAGE 68 IN THE RECORDER’S P25758R TRRT 1/1 publication, or within three (3) Unknown Occupants, /s/Jason E. Miller, IL, 61107, sell at a public sale to the Case Number: 24 FC 166 (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO n n n months from the date of mailing 210 Oakwood Ave., Independent Administrator highest bidder, as set forth below, TJSC#: 44-2795 RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION COUNTY, ILLINOIS. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE or delivery of Notice to creditors, Rockford, IL 61101 the following described real estate: Prepared by: NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF Commonly known as 4674 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT if mailing or delivery is required by TAKE NOTICE Lot Ten (10) in Block Two Collection Practices Act, you are AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN PEPPER DR., ROCKFORD, IL 61114 WINNEBAGO COUNTY Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate County of Winnebago Elizabeth A. Pfiffner #6306246 (2) as designated upon the advised that Plaintiff’s attorney ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15Property Index No. 12-08ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Act, 1975 as amended, whichever Date Premises Sold October Pfiffner Law Group, PC Plat of Meadowstream Subis deemed to be a debt collector 1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE 204-029 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. date is later. Any claim not filed 25, 2022 3901 Route 23, P.O. Box 115 division, the Plat of which attempting to collect a debt and FORECLOSURE LAW. The real estate is improved with PLAINTIFF by the requisite date stated above Certificate No. 202101194 Subdivision is recorded in any information obtained will be You will need a photo identi- a single family residence.

Vs. shall be barred.

Sold for General Taxes of (year) Marengo, IL 60152 Book 12 of Plats on page 29 Ph. (815)568-8123 used for that purpose. fication issued by a government The judgment amount was Cynthia Maculan; Claims against the estate may 2021 in the Recorder’s Office of Case # 24 FC 166 agency (driver’s license, passport, $41,877.32.

Kathy Lynn Maculan; be filed in the office of the Win- THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD Fax: (815)568-8142 Winnebago County, Illinois, I3257401 etc.) in order to gain entry into Sale terms: 25% down of the Jullia Maculan; nebago County Circuit Clerk-ProFOR DELINQUENT TAXES email: situated in the County of P25756R TRRT 1/1 our building and the foreclosure highest bid by certified funds at Mortgage Electronic Registration bate Division-at the Winnebago Property located at 210 OakWinnebago and State of n n n sale room in Cook County and the the close of the sale payable to The Systems, Inc.; County Courthouse, 400 West State wood Ave., Rockford, Illinois elizabeth@marengolawoffices.com 25766R TRRT 1/1 Illinois.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE same identification for sales held Judicial Sales Corporation. No third Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with Legal Description or Property Index Commonly known as 423 16TH 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT at other county venues where party checks will be accepted. The Robert J. Maculan; the representative, or both.

No. 11-22-130-031 n n n AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS The Judicial Sales Corporation balance, in certified funds/or wire Unknown Owners and Copies of claims filed with This notice is to advise you STATE OF ILLINOIS Property Index No. 11-35NEWREZ LLC D/B/A conducts foreclosure sales. transfer, is due within twenty-four Nonrecord Claimants; the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate that the above property has been IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 106-006 SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE For information, contact JOHN- (24) hours. The subject property Amy L. Silvestri, as Special Division-must be mailed or de- sold for delinquent taxes and that The real estate is improved with SERVICING SON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC is subject to general real estate Representative for Robert J. livered to the estate legal exec- the period of redemption from the SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO a single family residence.

Plaintiff, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE taxes, special assessments, or Maculan (deceased) utrix and to the attorney within sale will expire on April 25, 2025.

The judgment amount was -v.STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, special taxes levied against said DEFENDANTS ten (10) days after filing.

This notice is also to advise THE ESTATE OF: $44,983.98.

ROBERT C. JESSIE 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer real estate and is offered for sale No. 2024-FC-0000352 DATED: December 11, 2024 you that a petition has been filed SANDRA JEANNE PEARSON Sale terms: 25% down of the A/K/A ROB JESSIE to file number 24 0821. without any representation as to NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Patricia Reyes for a tax deed which will transfer Deceased highest bid by certified funds at Defendant THE JUDICIAL SALES quality or quantity of title and NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: By: /s/ James M. Chesloe title and the right to possession of Case No.: 2024-PR-296 the close of the sale payable to The 2024 FC 0000160 CORPORATION without recourse to Plaintiff and Unknown Heirs and Legatees James M. Chesloe this property if redemption is not Judicial Sales Corporation. No third CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE One South Wacker Drive, in “AS IS” condition. The sale is of Robert J. Maculan Attorney for Estate made on or before April 25, 2025. party checks will be accepted. The PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV- 24th Floor, further subject to confirmation Unknown Owners and Nonre25762R TRRT 1/1 This matter is set for hearing in NOTICE is given of the death of balance, in certified funds/or wire EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Chicago, IL 60606-4650 by the court. cord Claimants n n n the Circuit Court of this County in Sandra Jeanne Pearson. Letters of transfer, is due within twenty-four Foreclosure and Sale entered in the (312) 236-SALE Upon payment in full of the That this case has been com- TAX DEED CASE NO: 2024 TX 142 Rockford, Illinois on May 23, 2025 (24) hours. The subject property above cause on August 28, 2024, an You can also visit The Judicial amount bid, the purchaser will menced in this Court against you FILED: 12/6/2024 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412. You may Office were issued on November is subject to general real estate agent for The Judicial Sales Corpo- Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. receive a Certificate of Sale that will and other defendants, praying TO: be present at this hearing but your 15, 2024 to David J. Pearson of taxes, special assessments, or ration, will at 12:30 PM on January com for a 7 day status report of entitle the purchaser to a deed to for the foreclosure of a certain Yadira Avila Escobedo, right to redeem will already have Rockford, Illinois, who is the legal special taxes levied against said 27, 2025, at the Advocus National pending sales. the real estate after confirmation Mortgage conveying the premises 2403 Overdene Ave., expired at that time. representative of the estate. The real estate and is offered for sale Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & of the sale. described as follows, to-wit: Rockford, IL 61103 YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM attorney for the estate is Sharon without any representation as to Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, ASSOCIATES, LLC The property will NOT be COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Unknown Occupants, IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS R. Rudy, 124 N. Water Street, #305, quality or quantity of title and sell at a public sale to the highest 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650 open for inspection and plaintiff 3405 Harrington Ave 1212 School St., OF PROPERTY without recourse to Plaintiff and bidder, as set forth below, the Chicago IL, 60602 makes no representation as to Rockford, IL 61103 Rockford, IL 61101 Redemption can be made at Rockford, Illinois 61107. in “AS IS” condition. The sale is following described real estate: 312-541-9710 the condition of the property. Proand which said Mortgage was TAKE NOTICE any time on or before April 25, 2025 Claims against the estate further subject to confirmation LOT TWENTY (20) IN E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonspective bidders are admonished made by: County of Winnebago by applying to the County Clerk may be filed on or before July 1, by the court.

BLOCK ONE (1) AS DESIGblumberg.com to check the court file to verify all Robert J. Maculan Date Premises Sold October of Winnebago County, Illinois at Upon payment in full of the NATED UPON THE PLAT OF Attorney File No. 24 0821 information. the Mortgagor(s), to Wells 25, 2022 the Office of the County Clerk in 2025, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first amount bid, the purchaser will RAINBOW RIDGE NO. 1 TOWN Case Number: 2024 FC 0000160 If this property is a condomini- Fargo Bank, N.A., as Mortgagee, Certificate No. 202101189 Rockford, Illinois. receive a Certificate of Sale that will OF GUILFORD BEING A PART TJSC#: 44-2447 um unit, the purchaser of the unit and recorded in the Office of the Sold for General Taxes of (year) The above amount is subject publication, or within three (3) entitle the purchaser to a deed to OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt at the foreclosure sale, other than Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago 2021 to increase at 6 month intervals months from the date of mailing the real estate after confirmation OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP Collection Practices Act, you are a mortgagee, shall pay the assess- County, Illinois, as Document No. THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD from the date of sale. Check with or delivery of Notice to creditors, of the sale.

44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST advised that Plaintiff’s attorney ments and the legal fees required 20111009553; and for other relief; FOR DELINQUENT TAXES the county clerk as to the exact The property will NOT be OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL is deemed to be a debt collector by The Condominium Property Act, that summons was duly issued Property located at 1212 School amount you owe before redeem- if mailing or delivery is required by open for inspection and plaintiff MERIDIAN, WINNEBAGO attempting to collect a debt and 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If out of said Court against you as St., Rockford, Illinois ing. Payment must be made by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate makes no representation as to COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THE PLAT any information obtained will be this property is a condominium provided by law and that the said Legal Description or Property certified check, cashier’s check, Act, 1975 as amended, whichever the condition of the property. ProOF WHICH IS RECORDED IN used for that purpose. unit which is part of a common suit is now pending.

Index No. 11-22-127-006 money order, or in cash. date is later. Any claim not filed spective bidders are admonished BOOK 19 OF PLATS ON PAGE Case # 2024 FC 0000160 interest community, the purchaser NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU This notice is to advise you For further information contact by the requisite date stated above to check the court file to verify all 2 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE I3257409 of the unit at the foreclosure sale file your answer or otherwise file that the above property has been the County Clerk information.

OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, P25757R TRRT 1/1 other than a mortgagee shall pay your appearance in this case in the sold for delinquent taxes and that ADDRESS: Winnebago County shall be barred.

Claims against the estate If this property is a condominiILLINOIS n n n the assessments required by The Office of the Clerk of this Court, the period of redemption from the Clerk’s Office, 404 Elm Street, um unit, the purchaser of the unit Commonly known as 1606 23RD STATE OF ILLINOIS, Condominium Property Act, 765 Thomas A. Klein sale will expire on April 25, 2025. Room 101, Rockford, IL 61101 may be filed in the office of at the foreclosure sale, other than STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 CIRCUIT COURT ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

Clerk of the Circuit Court This notice is also to advise TELEPHONE:815-319-4253 the Winnebago County Circuit a mortgagee, shall pay the assessProperty Index No. 12-31WINNEBAGO COUNTY IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR 400 West State Street, Room 108 you that a petition has been filed Zurmavar, LLC XV, Petitioner ments and the legal fees required 126-011 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE Rockford, IL 61101 for a tax deed which will transfer By:/s/ J. Thomas Witek Clerk-Probate Division at the

by The Condominium Property Act, The real estate is improved with DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION on or before January 17, 2025, A title and the right to possession of Purchaser Winnebago County Courthouse, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If a single family residence.

CHANGE (ADULT) FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST this property if redemption is not Dated December 9, 2024 400 West State Street, Rockford, this property is a condominium The judgment amount was Request of: AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY made on or before April 25, 2025.

25765R TRRT 1/1 Illinois 61101 or with the estate’s unit which is part of a common $67,654.00.

MARGARET ANN HEDLUND, ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15- AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED This matter is set for hearing in n n n legal representative, or both. interest community, the purchaser Sale terms: 25% down of the Current Name 1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER the Circuit Court of this County in IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE A copy of any claim filed with of the unit at the foreclosure sale highest bid by certified funds at Case Number 2024-MR-546 FORECLOSURE LAW. OF SAID COMPLAINT. Rockford, Illinois on May 23, 2025 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT other than a mortgagee shall pay the close of the sale payable to The There will be a court date on You will need a photo identi- CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412. You may WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS the Circuit Clerk’s Office, Probate the assessments required by The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third my Request to change my name fication issued by a government Attorneys for Plaintiff be present at this hearing but your IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Division, must be mailed or Condominium Property Act, 765 party checks will be accepted. The from: Margaret Ann Hedlund to agency (driver’s license, passport, 15W030 North Frontage Road, right to redeem will already have GLORIA JEAN BARINGER, delivered to the legal represenILCS 605/18.5(g-1). balance, in certified funds/or wire the new name of: Maggie Grace etc.) in order to gain entry into Suite 100 expired at that time.

No. 2024-PR-0000291 tative and the attomey for the IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR transfer, is due within twenty-four Hedlund. our building and the foreclosure Burr Ridge, IL 60527 YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM Deceased. estate within ten days after it has (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE (24) hours. The subject property The court date will be held: on sale room in Cook County and the (630) 794-5300 IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS CLAIM NOTICE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION is subject to general real estate January 15, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., at same identification for sales held DuPage # 15170 OF PROPERTY Notice is given of the death been filed.

FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF taxes, special assessments, or 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL, Win- at other county venues where Winnebago # 531 Redemption can be made at of Gloria Jean Baringer, who died DATED: 12/9/24 AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN special taxes levied against said nebago County, in Courtroom # 426. The Judicial Sales Corporation Our File No. 14-24-06717 any time on or before April 25, 2025 on June 20, 2024. Letters of Office David J. Pearson, Executor ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15- real estate and is offered for sale /s/ Margaret Ann Hedlund conducts foreclosure sales.

NOTE: This law firm is a debt by applying to the County Clerk were issued on November 14, 2024, /s/ Sharon R. Rudy 1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE without any representation as to Current Name For information, contact collector. of Winnebago County, Illinois at to Jason E. Miller, whose attorney By: Attorney Sharon R. Rudy FORECLOSURE LAW. quality or quantity of title and 25772R TRRT 1/1 HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC I3257200 the Office of the County Clerk in is Elizabeth A. Pfiffner, P.O Box 115, Attorney Sharon R. Rudy, P.C. You will need a photo identi- without recourse to Plaintiff and n n n Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 601 E. William P25759R TRRT 1/1 Rockford, Illinois.

Marengo, Illinois 60152. fication issued by a government in “AS IS” condition. The sale is IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 422-1719. n n n The above amount is subject Claims against the estate may 124 N. Water Street, #305 agency (driver’s license, passport, further subject to confirmation 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Please refer to file number 1692586.

STATE OF ILLINOIS to increase at 6 month intervals be filed on or before June 18, Rockford, IL 61107 etc.) in order to gain entry into by the court.

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE JUDICIAL SALES CIRCUIT COURT OF THE from the date of sale. Check with 2025, that date being at least six our building and the foreclosure Upon payment in full of the MIDLAND STATES BANK CORPORATION 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT the county clerk as to the exact (6) months from the date of first (815) 962-1910 sale room in Cook County and the amount bid, the purchaser will Plaintiff, One South Wacker Drive, WINNEBAGO COUNTY amount you owe before redeem- publication, or within three (3) service@sharonrudylaw.com same identification for sales held receive a Certificate of Sale that will -v.24th Floor, IN RE THE ESTATE OF ing. Payment must be made by months from the date of mailing 25763R TRRT 1/1

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n n n Property Index No. 12-31-126-011 bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

REAL ESTATE NOTICE The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO The judgment amount was $67,654.00. the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, COUNTY, ILLINOIS FIRST MID BANK & TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 Plaintiff, -v.- ANDRES CAMPOS, CLEMENTINA GONZALES, COUNTY OF close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is WINNEBAGO, FOUR RIVERS SANITATION AUTHORITY, CITY OF ROCKFORD party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Defendant 24 FC 166 transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, NOTICE OF SALE subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). Chicago, IL 60606-4650 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 11, 2024, representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

13, 2025, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone confirmation by the court.

ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at a public sale to the highest Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive You will need a photo identification issued by a government 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 Commonly known as 423 16TH AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 real estate after confirmation of the sale. our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the 630-794-5300 Property Index No. 11-35-106-006 The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes same identification for sales held at other county venues where The E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com The real estate is improved with a single family residence. no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

The judgment amount was $44,983.98. bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information, contact HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorney File No. 14-24-03721 Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at Attorneys, 601 E. William St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 422-1719. Please Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2024-FC-0000216 close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments refer to file number 1692586.

TJSC#: 44-2502 party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the Chicago, IL 60606-4650 advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments (312) 236-SALE attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com used for that purpose. to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

Case # 2024-FC-0000216 confirmation by the court.

TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC I3257684 Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE 601 E. William St. P25773R TRRT 1/8 a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. DECATUR IL, 62523 n n n real estate after confirmation of the sale.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government 217-422-1719 REAL ESTATE NOTICE The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into Fax #: 217-422-1754 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the E-Mail: Non-CookPleadings@hsbattys.com bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Attorney File No. 1692586 WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association Plaintiff, If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

Case Number: 24 FC 9 -v.- Fernando Hernandez; et. al. Defendants. 2023-FC-0000243 1259 the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments For information, contact JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC TJSC#: 44-2839 ROXBURY CLOSE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are NOTICE OF SALE 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 24 0821. advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/20/2024, an foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, used for that purpose. agent of Auction.com LLC will conduct the auction in person at 10:00 AM required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). Chicago, IL 60606-4650 Case # 24 FC 9 on January 29, 2025 located at 400 W State Street, Second Floor Lobby, IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT (312) 236-SALE I3257408 TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com P25758R TRRT 1/1 Rockford IL 61101, and will sell at public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate.

OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE for a 7 day status report of pending sales. n n n ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Commonly known as 1259 ROXBURY CLOSE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC REAL ESTATE NOTICE You will need a photo identification issued by a government 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO Property Index No. 12-21-128-004. agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into Chicago IL, 60602 COUNTY, ILLINOIS ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC The real estate is improved with a Residential Property. The judgour building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the 312-541-9710 F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC. Plaintiff, -v.- TODD LUNDIN et al Defendant ment amount was $128,367.51 Sale Terms: 20% down of the highest same identification for sales held at other county venues where The E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com 2024-FC-0000216 bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to Auction.com Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

Attorney File No. 24 0821 NOTICE OF SALE LLC, No third party checks will be accepted. All registered bidders For information, contact HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Plaintiff’s Case Number: 2024 FC 0000160 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Attorneys, 601 E. William St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 422-1719. Please TJSC#: 44-2447 Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 29, 2024, need to provide a photo ID in order to bid. The balance, in certified refer to file number 2015256.

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. (relief fee THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector 31, 2025, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, not required) The subject property is subject to general real estate One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real Chicago, IL 60606-4650 estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality used for that purpose. as set forth below, the following described real estate: (312) 236-SALE Case # 2024 FC 0000160 Commonly known as 4419 CALICO CIR, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in “AS IS” You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com I3257409 Property Index No. 16-09-278-001 condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

P25757R TRRT 1/1 The real estate is improved with a residence.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC n n n Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the certificate of sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real 601 E. William St. REAL ESTATE NOTICE close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third estate after confirmation of the sale.

DECATUR IL, 62523 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no 217-422-1719 COUNTY, ILLINOIS MIDLAND STATES BANK Plaintiff, -v.- WENDELL S. transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is Fax #: 217-422-1754 CRANE Defendant 24 FC 9 subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special representation as to the condition of the property, prospective bidders E-Mail: Non-CookPleadings@hsbattys.com NOTICE OF SALE taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If Attorney File No. 2015256 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the Case Number: 24 FC 166 Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 11, 2024, to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments TJSC#: 44-2795 an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January confirmation by the court. and the legal fees required by the Condominium property Act, 765 ILCS NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are 13, 2025, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive 605/9 (g)(l) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at a public sale to the highest a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: real estate after confirmation of the sale. foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments used for that purpose.

Commonly known as 4674 PEPPER DR., ROCKFORD, IL 61114 The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

Case # 24 FC 166 Property Index No. 12-08-204-029 no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT I3257401 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

P25756R TRRT 1/1 The judgment amount was $41,877.32.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER n n n Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE REAL ESTATE NOTICE close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES COUNTY, ILLINOIS NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SER- transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the PC (630) 794-5300 please refer to file number 14-23-03662.

VICING Plaintiff, -v.- ROBERT C. JESSIE A/K/A ROB JESSIE Defendant subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments Auction.com LLC 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60606 2024 FC 0000160 taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). 872-225-4985 You can also visit www.auction.com.

NOTICE OF SALE representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT Attorney File No. 14-23-03662 Case Number: 2023-FC-0000243 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 28, 2024, confirmation by the court.

OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 27, 2025, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the You will need a photo identification issued by a government COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at a public sale to the highest real estate after confirmation of the sale. agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I3258153 bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the Commonly known as 1606 23RD STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective same identification for sales held at other county venues where The P25792R TRRT 1/15

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Death Notices 12/26/2024 56 Hertzner, Raymond Rockford 12/26/2024 66 Raymer, Loren J Rockford 12/26/2024 66 Sanders, Gerald Rockford 12/26/2024 73 Vining, Richard Rockford 12/26/2024 77 Minkler, Dayle E Rockford 12/26/2024 76 Dennis, Jimmy R Rockford 12/26/2024 94 Belpedio, Maryann Winnebago 12/26/2024 75 Green, Richard A Rockford 12/26/2024 39 Brown, Michael J Rockford 12/26/2024 84 Moore, Beverly Rockford 12/26/2024 54 Rexroad, Thomas Rockford 12/26/2024 90 Geronimo, Oscar Durand 12/25/2024 42 Keck, John Rockford 12/25/2024 89 Lemke, Gwendolyn Rockford 12/25/2024 94 Garrison, Frank Rockford 12/25/2024 90 Vincent, Marjorie Rockford 12/25/2024 75 Cochran, Nettie B Rockford 12/25/2024 91 Johnston, Perry Rockford 12/24/2024 26 Morris, Caleb Rockford 12/24/2024 93 Inskeep, Doris Rockford 12/24/2024 99 Anderson, Vivian Rockford 12/24/2024 71 Gillette, Maribeth Rockford 12/24/2024 45 Rodriguez, Seferino Loves Park 12/24/2024 97 Phillips, Ruth Rockford 12/24/2024 80 Forschen, Dwight Rockford 12/24/2024 101 Ramirez, Juan Rockford 12/24/2024 69 Vidal, Roque Machesney Park 12/24/2024 78 Hawthorne, John H Loves Park 12/24/2024 81 Slater, Larry Rockford 12/24/2024 70 Franklin, Jerry L Rockford 12/23/2024 95 Beers, Betty G South Beloit 12/23/2024 78 Mitchell, Ray Rockford 12/23/2024 61 Cliffe, Corene M Rockford 12/23/2024 53 Edson, Carrie Rockford 12/23/2024 84 Mitchell, Carl J Rockford 12/23/2024 87 Barker, Larry L Rockford 12/22/2024 76 Colmone, Antonette Rockford 12/22/2024 61 Jones, Teresa Loves Park 12/22/2024 73 Carroll, Bonnie Rockford 12/22/2024 63 Ayala, Lionel Rockford 12/22/2024 54 Watkins, Sueann Rockford 12/22/2024 88 Homan, Jean Rockford 12/22/2024 86 Ramsland, Sharon A Rockford 12/22/2024 96 Cox, Patricia M Rockford 12/22/2024 86 Harms, Robert E Rockford 12/22/2024 70 Marsden, Kyle Rockford 12/22/2024 70 Bonaguro, Frances Rockford 12/22/2024 91 Perez, Maria Rockford 12/22/2024 78 Russell, Anthony P Rockford 12/21/2024 99 Sopcich, Joseph Rockford 12/21/2024 68 Lee, Judith L Rockford 12/21/2024 75 Swanberg, Jeffrey Rockford 12/21/2024 83 King, Robert L Rockford 12/21/2024 84 Rideout, Curtis Rockford 12/21/2024 76 Wade, Julia A Rockford 12/21/2024 73 Ross, Donald V Roscoe 12/21/2024 87 Fuller, Mavis J Rockford 12/21/2024 57 Hughart, Terry L Machesney Park 12/21/2024 60 Gough, Katrina G Roscoe 12/20/2024 80 Greenlee, Kenneth J Rockford 12/20/2024 77 Grubner, Hellen M Loves Park 12/20/2024 88 Johnson, Dale F Machesney Park 12/20/2024 84 Lee, Richard Rockford 12/20/2024 86 Gallagher, Joseph M Rockton 12/20/2024 61 Rogers, Alan Rockford 12/20/2024 90 Midgley, UnSo Rockford 12/20/2024 89 Temple, Marian T Machesney Park

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THEME: SYNONYMS

Horoscope ARIES

Get ready to shine as the ultimate party planner. You’ll arrange one of the most memorable events for your loved ones. Your enthusiasm will be contagious, especially when you get involved in the entertaining.

TAURUS

Feeling lucky? You may want to consider buying a lottery ticket with your family — you might just hit the jackpot! You’ll solidify plans with your loved ones, quite possibly going on a spontaneous journey.

GEMINI

If family tensions arise, you’ll be the master of defusing them with your creativity and problem-solving skills. You’ll earn the title of family hero with your organizational finesse.

CANCER

You’ll succeed in uniting family and friends, overcoming the challenge of bringing together two families that are sometimes at odds with one another. Your attention to detail and generous nature will work wonders in easing tensions.

LEO

During your next gathering, whether you’re hosting or attending, your nurturing nature will shine through. You have a strong urge to be helpful, from serving to tidying up, you’ll be the ultimate helper.

VIRGO

Gatherings, big or small, will be your stage to shine. Get ready to steal the spotlight with your captivating remarks. You’ll be surprisingly charismatic this week.

LIBRA

Someone from a different background will join one of your gatherings. They’ll stimulate your curiosity to learn about their culture and share more about yours.

You’ll introduce exotic tastes and music to spice things up.

SCORPIO

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15. Played violin, e.g.

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35. Frosts a cake 37. Leave in a bucket 39. *Parlor 40. Coating of aurum 41. Like many bathroom floors?

43. Border pass 44. Full of emotion (2 words) 46. Opposite of talker?

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You’ll be the life of the party, lighting up the atmosphere and getting everyone in the mood to celebrate. Be smart on your late-night adventures; don’t get behind the wheel after indulging in certain vices.

SAGITTARIUS

Now isn’t the best time to overspend, but your generosity will warm hearts, even those of strangers. You’ll also spoil yourself a bit.

CAPRICORN

Parties and gatherings will be your playground because you’ll feel the need to move, dance and relax. You’ll come up with creative ideas and stimulating games to get everyone involved and participating in the festivities.

AQUARIUS

Avoid staying up too late so you don’t spoil your enjoyment of the festivities.

Take time to catch up on your sleep or get rid of a nasty cold or flu bug.

PISCES

Prepare for unexpected visits that might require extra effort and planning. You’ll be fully committed to making it a memorable time for your loved ones. Remember to take care of yourself too!

The luckiest signs this week: PISCES, ARIES AND TAURUS

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Anderson Japanese Gardens 318 Spring Creek Rd., Rockford, IL 61107 andersongardens.org 815.229.9390 Thursday, January 2 - Saturday, March 1 Anderson Japanese Gardens, Meg’s Daily Grind, and musicians from the Rockford Symphony Orchestra present a unique winter experience combining coffee, light lunch options, beautiful music, and stunning views of the gardens from the café. This 12week pop-up runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, until March 1. Upcoming performances include Joel Ross, RSO keyboardist, on Jan. 2, Midwest Silhouette Folk on Jan. 3, and Nanette Felix, RSO harpist, on Jan. 4. This serene blend of nature, music, and community offers a peaceful winter experience.

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Carlson Ice Arena 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park, IL icerockford.com 815.969.4069 Friday, January 3 - Friday, April, 25 Carlson Ice Arena offers indoor public ice skating with Frosty Fridays, a fun and affordable activity for all ages. Held every Friday through April 25, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m., these sessions provide an opportunity for family and friends to enjoy skating regardless of the weather.

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Discovery Center Museum 711 N. Main St. Rockford, IL 61103 discoverycentermuseum.org 815.963.6769 Thursday, Jan. 2 - Saturday, Jan. 4 Children will love Discovery Town’s winter wonderland at the Discovery Center, The last date to enjoy the wonderland are January 2, 3, and 4. Designed with kids in mind, this event features sock skating on an indoor rink, serving hot cocoa at the play truck, and a polar petting zoo. Play areas like the kindergarten, fire station, and postal shop make it even more engaging. Admission is $10 per person or $6 during the second-floor pause, with free entry for members and children under one. It’s the perfect way to delight young imaginations this winter.

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