

Illinois SNAP error rate continues to grow as federal penalties loom
By Ben Szalinski
Capitol News Illinois
bszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com
Data released Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows Illinois’ payment error rate for food assistance continues to grow with federal penalties set to take effect in about a year.
The data shows Illinois made errors on 14.7% of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments in federal fiscal year 2025. That includes 13.3% of all payments being higher than they should have been.
The error rate is higher than the 11.6% rate of the previous fiscal year. The continuing growth comes as the federal government is set to impose new penalties beginning in October 2027 on states with high error rates on SNAP payments. For Illinois, the penalty could cost about $700 million.
The federal government defines an erroneous payment as one that is $57 higher or lower than it should have been. Only Alaska, Delaware, Georgia, New Mexico, and the District of Columbia had higher error rates than Illinois in FY25.
“Illinois’ SNAP error rate has skyrocketed because of years of mismanagement, and our most vulnerable will be paying the price,” House Republican Leader Tony McCombie, R-Savanna, said in a statement. “This isn’t about taking benefits away from families who legitimately need assistance. It’s about making sure the program is administered properly, and taxpayer dollars are protected. Fraud, waste, and abuse have no place in government.”
Gov. JB Pritzker told reporters at an





unrelated event in Chicago on Thursday that the FY25 error rate largely accounts for months in the fiscal year before the president signed the law in July 2025 and doesn’t reflect steps the state has taken to rectify the problem.
“The reality is that when you have an error rate — just want to be clear with everybody — this is not some sort of waste, fraud, and abuse issue,” Pritzker said.
Pritzker claimed the state has lowered the error rate below the FY24 level but was not able to provide a specific number.
Federal changes
Illinois and most other states will have to cover a greater portion of costs for SNAP under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as H.R. 1, based on the state’s error rate.
Beginning in federal fiscal year 2028 that begins in October 2027, many states will begin covering a portion of SNAP benefits. States with an error rate greater than 10% will have to cover 15% of the cost of benefits starting in fiscal year 2029. The delayed implementation gives the state another year to lower its error rate and potentially pay for a smaller portion of the benefits.
States with lower error rates would cover a smaller portion of the benefits and those with an error rate under 6% will not have to cover any benefits. The national error rate is 10.6% and has declined for two straight years.
“They’re setting a new bar at 6% and saying, ‘if you can’t get to 6%, we’re going to take SNAP away or charge you a whole bunch of money,’” Pritzker told reporters









last August. “How do they want us to get to 6%? By cutting people off of SNAP.”
Illinois is one of 20 states with an error rate of at least 10%, and the state is expected to pay about $700 million to cover the cost of benefits because of the penalty.
The state FY27 budget signed earlier this month calls for spending $55 million to hire 450 new employees at the Department of Human Services, including to help update the state’s systems to comply with federal changes to SNAP and Medicaid eligibility.
“HR1 is a deliberate effort by the federal government, for the first time, to push the federal food program’s benefits costs on the states, stop customers from receiving SNAP food benefits, and let families go hungry,” DHS spokesperson Rachel Otwell said in an email. “Illinois has launched an aggressive, multi-year effort to improve payment accuracy and protect taxpayers from future fiscal exposure.”
Otwell added that “minor errors” by beneficiaries account for the majority of faulty payments.
DHS plans to implement new technology, increase reviews of people’s eligibility, train more staff to recognize common errors, and improve communication with SNAP recipients about what information they need to report to the state and when.
Also beginning in federal fiscal year 2027, which begins in October 2026, states will have to cover 75% of administrative costs for SNAP, rather than 50%. Illinois lawmakers appropriated $100 million for administrative expenses in state FY27, which begins July 1. That’s up from $60 million in FY26.
The state provided benefits to about 1.5 million people in May, according to the Illinois Department of Human Services. That was about 88,500 fewer people than in April. About 150,000 Illinoisians were expected to lose food assistance benefits beginning May 1 after new work requirements prescribed in H.R. 1 went into effect.
The new state budget established the Families Receiving Emergency Support for Hunger, or FRESH Program, for people who have lost or seen their SNAP benefits reduced. They would be eligible for a one-time $400 payment. The program is scheduled to last just one year and is estimated to cost about $70 million.
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IL radio stations reckon with CBS News Radio’s shutdown
By Chloe Park
Capitol News Illinois
Medill Illinois News Bureau news@capitolnewsillinois.com
CHICAGO – When Gary Scott, general manager of WLDS-WEAI, opened the letter informing him that CBS News Radio would shut down after decades providing programming for his Jacksonville radio station, he was stunned.
“My jaw literally hit the desk when I read it,” Scott said. “It was clearly stated, but I had to read it two or three times before it finally sank in.”
Scott said he received the letter in the mail two or three months before officials pulled the plug. He shared the news with his station’s co-owner, who was equally shocked and confused about where the decision had come from. WLDS-WEAI has long been a major, trusted source of news, farm and sports coverage for Morgan, Scott, Greene and Cass counties in west central Illinois.
“We were very much blindsided by it, and I had this sickening feeling that we have lost something in this country,” Scott said.
CBS News Radio went silent May 22, citing economic hardships, another in a string of bumpy and very public business decisions for the broadcast network. The shutdown ended nearly a century of national and global radio news that brought historic events into Americans’ living rooms, from Edward R. Murrow’s London Blitz broadcasts to coverage of Pearl Harbor and the Cuban Missile Crisis.
As longtime CBS affiliate stations across the state move to other news services, broadcasters and industry professionals are weighing how the loss will impact local coverage and what it signals about the future of radio news.
Stations adopt new partners
In Chicago, WBBM Newsradio was among the Audacy stations left searching for a replacement after CBS News Radio announced it would end its services. As late as April, it was unclear what would fill the gap, until the station switched to ABC News Radio one day before CBS News Radio went silent, according to the Chicago Tribune.
For some downstate Illinois stations, however, the switch came seamlessly.
Tammy Sondgeroth, general manager of NRG Media Ottawa, which operates WCMY, said the station moved to NBC News Radio almost immediately after learning of the closure.

“It was a very fast decision,” Sondgeroth said. “We wanted to get everybody acclimated before everybody had to switch, because why wait?”
She added that the adjustment was
relatively easy because NRG Media Ottawa was already paying for NBC News as part of another program the company uses.
Scott Miller, morning show host at WJBC in the Bloomington-Normal region, said the station experienced a similarly smooth shift, though it moved to ABC News Radio instead.
Miller said ABC News Radio was able to replace much of the programming lost with the end of CBS News Radio, including top-of-the-hour news, weekend programming and short segments on entertainment and financial news. He added that WJBC listeners are unlikely to notice much of a difference.
“There’s just sadness to see a legacy brand sunset like this, but we looked at our options that were available to get a national news service, and ABC seemed to be the obvious choice for us,” Miller said.
‘Difficult to sell to our listeners’
But for Scott, the next step for WLDSWEAI was not as clear.
“CBS has always been at the top of the list,” he said. “It was a network that I always wanted to be a part of because I think it’s so well respected and I just thought it was the top of the game. Everything else was a distant second, so it hasn’t been easy for us to adjust.”
While Scott ultimately settled on NBC News Radio, he said the transition required him to revamp key aspects of his station’s coverage. NBC did not offer direct replacements for several CBS News Radio programs WLDS-WEAI had relied on, including some newscasts and weekend programming like “Face the Nation” and “Eye on Travel.”
He said those changes are already apparent to WLDS-WEAI listeners, with the station receiving a few complaints about adjustments to programming that listeners had grown accustomed to over the decades.
“It was difficult to sell (the change) to our listeners, but I think they understand that it was not our decision to drop CBS, it was CBS’s decision to drop us,” Scott said.
For Scott, the loss has prompted broader questions about how radio news is valued by today’s audiences. He warned that the continued decline of traditional news could contribute to the spread of bias and misinformation through other media sources, from digital and cable outlets to social media platforms.
“It’s a step away from what really should be news: newspapers, TV and radio, whether it’s local or national,” he said, “We’re getting much less of that these days, and it can’t do anything but hurt us in the long run. I fear for this country because of this loss.”
For Scott’s station and other local radio stations in rural or less populous areas, the local radio station is often a community institution and may be one of the last remaining sources of local news as the industry continues to contract nationally. Its value proposition is rooted in common interests, shared connections with its audiences and a history that spans generations of listeners.
“WLDS has been on the air since a few days after the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. It became an affiliate of the Chicago Cubs in 2018 and Chicago Bears in 2019,” a message on its website states. “WEAI became an affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1960s.”
Familiar pressure for the industry Illinois Broadcasters Association Chair and Morgan County Media General Manager Sarah Shellhammer said the shutdown of CBS News Radio reflects broader pressures facing the broadcast industry, as news organizations compete with newer ways of reaching consumers. She said listeners are tuning in to different sources for news, a shift that broadcasters have had to take into consideration.
“Radio has had to adjust to streaming and the internet and a lot of the other options people have to gain news and information,” Shellhammer said. “People are consuming news and media differently than they did 100 years ago, or 50 years ago or even 20 years ago.”
Shellhammer added that the end of CBS News Radio did not have as great an impact as it would have 50 years ago, as other news sources have emerged over the decades and fewer stations have relied on its content.
But not everyone sees those shifts as a sign that traditional radio is nearing its end.
Miller said radio has faced predictions of decline before, from concerns that car radios would distract drivers to worries that satellite radio would mean the death of traditional radio. Each time, he said, the industry found ways to adapt.
“Satellite radio is still here, and traditional radio is still here,” Miller said. “Has it changed? Has it evolved? Yes, but so has the microwave, and so has the lawnmower. If you’re not evolving, then what are you doing? The radio is evolving and keeping up with the other media that’s out there.”
Chloe Park is an undergraduate student in journalism with Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Media and Integrated Marketing Communications, and is a fellow in its Medill Illinois News Bureau working in partnership with Capitol News Illinois.
‘A real farm crisis’: Illinois farm bankruptcies rise for 3rd straight year
By Tara Sun Medill Illinois News Bureau news@capitolnewsillinois.com
SPRINGFIELD — With the growing season well underway in Illinois, farmers once again are struggling to turn an abundant harvest into survival.
In 2025, family farm bankruptcies surged 46% nationwide — reaching 315 filings and marking the third consecutive year of increases. The Midwest recorded 121 filings in 2025 — up 70% from the prior year.
The trend has only accelerated. In April alone this year, 62 Chapter 12 farm bankruptcies were filed nationwide – a 130% jump from the prior year and the highest monthly total since February 2020. The USDA projects total farm debt will rise 5.2% to a record $624.7 billion in 2026, with 330 bankruptcy cases filed.
“I’m scared about there being a real farm crisis,” said Eliot Clay, executive director of the Association of Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts. “This could come down to people being able to save their farms – just knowing that they could put it into some conservation easement or something. Like, they need anything that they can get.”
For Illinois, the crisis is playing out as lawmakers just finished a budget session that delivered few meaningful results for an industry under siege. Gary Asay, who has farmed in Illinois since 1976 and sold crop insurance for more than 20 years, sees clear reasons to worry.
“The increase in the number of bankruptcies and the increased buying of higher-level crop insurance are both signs of the stress that’s in the industry,” Asay said. “Farmers are under stress. They may be having to borrow more money. Therefore, they want more protection.”
Crop insurance, he pointed out, can’t fully protect farmers from losses. The most common policy, Revenue Protection, covers only up to 85% of projected revenue.
“Even with the best crop insurance coverage you can buy, if that coverage is below your cost of production, you can still lose money without even collecting,” Asay said.
In 2025, U.S. soybean production totaled 4.26 billion bushels, with the average yield per acre estimated at a record high 53.0 bushels per acre. Illinois alone harvested more than 639 million bushels in 2025.
Then, in February 2025, the U.S. imposed a 10% tariff on Chinese products. And China – once the world’s largest buyer of U.S. soybeans – stopped purchasing U.S. crops. Last September marked the first
month since 2018 that imports from the U.S. fell to zero, according to China’s General Administration of Customs.
Farmers had entered the 2025 season with a smaller safety net after the projected price for the crop insurance guarantees fell by 8.7% that year. The drop meant less protection heading into the spring planting. But because yields were high, most farms still generated revenue above their guaranteed floor. Although farmers grew plenty, they sold every bushel for less than it cost to produce.
“A lot of farmers cannot sell their corn or soybeans at a profit right now, just because the price is so low,” Asay said.
Bankruptcies in agriculture rarely follow a single bad year. For U.S. farmers, the financial squeeze began well before 2025.
Real estate debt – tied to the land farmers rent or own – is expected to reach $404.3 billion in 2026, a reflection of the high cost of farmland that has squeezed so many operators.
“Overhead costs represent the largest cost component on the U.S. farm, accounting for nearly one-half of total costs during the 2020-24 period,” said Joana Colussi, a research assistant professor of agricultural economics at Purdue University, citing Purdue data. “Eighty percent of the farmers in the Midwest, they rent the land.”
Colussi has tracked the financial squeeze on farmers across the Midwest. When land prices rise, so does the rent – a fixed cost that farmers pay regardless of crop prices or yields. That leaves farmers searching for ways to keep operations going. “The way to continue being competitive is to try to reduce the costs,” she said.
Diversification into niche markets — non-GMO (genetically modified organism), organic or specialty crops — offers one path forward, though Colussi mentioned it’s not a quick fix
Farm crisis reminiscent of the 1980s
Rep. Charlie Meier, R-Okawville, who is a farmer himself, described the current moment as reminiscent of the 1980s farm crisis. “There were massive bankruptcies in the ‘80s,” Meier said. “A lot, a lot of farms went under.”
The trigger now and then is the unstable export market. But the financial strain was already visible. In 2025, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago reported that 5.6% of farm loans were classified as having “major” or “severe” repayment problems — the highest since 2020. That means borrowers were falling behind on payments or reworking their loans. It’s an indicator that many farmers were struggling to repay
old debt while borrowing more to plant the next crop.
Ahead of the 2026 legislative session, farm groups pushed for estate tax relief, one of the Illinois Farm Bureau’s top priorities, along with payouts for farmers to protect their land and programs that help them find new buyers for their crops. But in a tight budget year, those priorities stalled.
The Illinois Farm Bureau did not secure passage of the Family Farm Preservation Act, which would have raised the state’s estate tax exemption from $4 million to $6 million, reducing the tax burden on inherited farms and making it easier for young farmers to keep the land and operations intact.
State Rep. Sharon Chung, DBloomington, who serves on the House Agriculture Committee, was also unable to get a relatively small boost for farmers through this session.
She pushed for a $10 million increase in funding for Soil and Water Conservation Districts through House Bill 4755. But the final Fiscal Year 2027 budget held funding at $4.5 million for the third straight year, far short of what advocates say districts need. These districts are trusted by local farmers because they work alongside them, offering advice on how to farm more efficiently at a lower cost.
Clay, the district’s executive director, said the biggest need is giving districts “the financial certainty that they can hire and keep people hired.”
Without that, districts see constant
turnover. That means farmers lose access to experienced local advisors who understand their land and can help them navigate conservation practices that might save money and keep them afloat.
“Agriculture is the No. 1 producer for our economy in Illinois,” Chung said. “Anything we can do to help prop that up is so important.”
Despite those unpassed bills, farmers did secure a few victories. The final budget included changes to the Farmland Assessment Law — extending a tax break for conservation practices through 2031 — and avoided cuts to key programs, including the Illinois Department of Agriculture, agricultural education and cover-crop incentives that enrich the soil.
While farmers had hoped Springfield could do more, they also recognized that forces shaping the industry go far beyond the influence of legislators: falling crop prices, an unstable export market and rising costs.
As farmers face mounting distress, the history of the 1980s hangs over the heartland.
“There’s just not enough room for error right now. Something that happened in the past can take down a farmer today,” Asay said.
Tara Sun is a graduate student in journalism with Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Media and Integrated Marketing Communications, and is a fellow in its Medill Illinois News Bureau working in partnership with Capitol News Illinois.


Climate change model improvements needed
By Dr. Robert Vogl, Ph.D. Illinois Renewable Energy Association Contributor
The world’s most frequently cited climate scientist, Professor Phillippe Ciais was recently interviewed by Leo Heckman and reported on Carbon Brief. Many climate scientist agree that climate change is real and requires more corrective global actions, Professor Ciais has called for improvements in the climate models. While climate scientists already know enough to justify corrective actions improving the models can improve our understanding of why carbon is having such a huge impact on climate.
Ciais’s research is focused on the carbon cycle because human activities emit a substantial amount of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere which is the main force driving global warming. We know that half of the carbon is absorbed by natural reservoirs of forests and oceans. His work has focused on determining which region the forest or the ocean, is absorbing carbon or sometimes releasing it and why. Are plants more actively
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growing and capturing carbon or are the oceans absorbing more C02.
We currently have one carbon dioxide monitoring station in Mauna Loa where the annual CO2 levels are reported. We know from that data that C02 levels are continuing to increase. But we also know that variations in C02 releases in two nearby forest areas can differ in the same season so we could improve our understanding of climate change if we have C02 monitoring stations in the north and in the south.
With the two additional C02 monitoring stations we could improve our understanding of the impact of atmospheric mixing and regional differences in the absorption or releases of carbon dioxide from the natural reservoirs.
We know that human activities are releasing C02 and once it is in the air it takes centuries before it is removed by natural processes. But we are experiencing more abrupt changes in the climate. During the hot summer in 2023 Canada lost 11% boreal forest to fire that released C02 to the atmosphere.
We are also experiencing droughts, which kill trees within a year or two, which lessens the amount of C02 the former living forest absorbed. And heat waves in tundra areas like Siberia release C02 formerly trapped in the frozen tundra.
The additional releases of C02 from fires and tundra sources are currently not included in the climate models. The models are designed to determine increases in C02 but are not developed enough to account for the losses in carbon absorption processes. By not accounting for the losses the existing climate models we may be underestimating the climate change problem.
It is estimated that up to one gigaton of carbon dioxide is missing in the current climate models and Professor Ciais thinks we should try to determine which of the regions account for the missing carbon in the models. Is it in the land or in the ocean carbon absorption rates or in the tropics or in the high permafrost.
The lack of accurate carbon absorption rates shows up when the models fail to
show a response to extreme events like the Canadian boreal fires or a big El Nino. If the models do not simulate a response to extreme events it raises doubts about how the existing models can inform us of events in the future.
Another question addressed is whether the carbon models include overly optimistic expectations in our ability to remove carbon from the atmosphere. Carbon capture and storage technologies has not scaled up enough to reduce rising global carbon levels.
Given the Trump Administration’s attacks on climate science involves the cutting of government grants for research grants necessitates seeking private funds to continue research on climate change and effective actions to curtail its devastating impacts on the planet and its inhabitants. This article represents what I selected as the key point raised in the interview of Professor Ciais and suggest that one read the full interview for themselves at www.carbonbrief.org.
Council of Rockford Gardeners hosts its annual Free Garden Walk
From Arch Smith
Council of Rockford Gardeners
Each year on the first Wednesday after the Fourth of July—held this year on July 8th from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.—the Council of Rockford Gardeners (CRG) hosts its annual Free Garden Walk, a 46-year tradition. Over the years, we have featured approximately 350 gardens and welcomed almost 30,000 collective attendees. CRG’s Garden Walk was recently awarded Best Garden Walk in Illinois for two consecutive years, making this one of the premier garden walks in the state.
This year’s CRG Garden Walk starts our journey at the Marsh/Helstrom Garden. Having been showcased once before, this garden features many stately trees, as well as numerous shrubs and perennials—including roses, viburnums, barberries, hostas, fifty or so hydrangeas, and another fifty or so boxwoods. There is also a large collection of various birdhouses, sculptures, wall hangings, and other unique garden art and decorations to this urban oasis.
Next on this year’s tour is Rosie’s Garden. The owners’ previous residence was a third-floor condo with a rooftop deck and a single flower box as their only
gardening experience. Today, this current property boasts a rather large yard filled with plants of all textures, sizes, and colors. Their garden truly showcases a passion for trees and rocks, with many adorning the property. The landscape features a collection of planting areas that wrap around the yard, complete with an array of interesting garden art.
Just down the road is the Lengjak Garden. This space is a shaded woodland retreat designed to invite exploration, reflection, and discovery. The Asianinfluenced garden features unique garden sculptures, seven fountains, and three handcrafted wooden Asian-style footbridges, all nestled in an enchanted forest in the middle of town. There are many perennials, hydrangeas, and other vibrant plants to see as you stroll along the wooden walkways around the moss-covered lawn.
A short distance away is the Salazar Garden. This family garden incorporates native flowers, grasses, and shrubs, all designed to create a thriving habitat that welcomes an abundance of butterflies, busy bees, and graceful hummingbirds. Lots of colorful flowers and interesting garden art make this a whimsical sanc-
tuary offering magical surprises at every glance.
About eight minutes away, we come to the Ollmann Garden, which sits on six and a half acres of wooded rural property where mature white oaks and hickory trees create a naturally peaceful and shaded setting. Just off to the left side of the house is a large bronze sculpture of children and a dog playing on a log. While much of the landscape is intentionally natural, several manicured garden beds near the house provide beautiful contrast and structure. This garden features a variety of hostas, ornamental grasses, dwarf conifers, and small trees, including redbuds, Japanese maples, and dogwoods. Buckle up for a 10-minute drive to our last two gardens. The Flanary Garden began as a blank slate—a former corn and soybean field with just three trees and no grass—and has evolved into a deeply personal garden retreat on nearly two acres. Over the years, the owners have planted hundreds of trees, transforming what was once full sun into a rich tapestry of sun and shade. Many of the garden’s decorative touches, such as fountains, arbors, gazebos, statuary, and plants carry deeply meaningful stories. Wander
around the stone walkways and enjoy the many peaceful areas to sit and relax. We end our journey at the five-acre site of the Johnson Garden. This is home to the owners of Johnson Design Landscaping. The gardens contain a diverse collection of plants, including hostas, ornamental grasses, hybrid coneflowers, peonies, hydrangeas, Japanese maples, sedums, lavender, Asiatic lilies, thirty varieties of conifers (including dwarf and weeping), and more than fifty varieties of deciduous trees. Boulder retaining walls support planting beds filled with perennials and groundcovers, while walking paths, garden borders, benches, and sitting stones connect the various spaces to create inviting places to relax.
The Council of Rockford Gardeners’ journey doesn’t end here! We are always looking for garden owners willing to share their own landscapes on a future CRG Garden Walk. You might also be interested in joining one of our four garden clubs. CRG offers two “a.m.” clubs and two “p.m.” clubs packed full of fun activities for garden enthusiasts of any level. Visit our website at www. crgrockford.com for further information.
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VILLAGE OF CHERRY VALLEY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
HEARING
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS that on July 15, 2026 at 6:30
PM., the PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION for the Village of Cherry Valley, Illinois, shall convene at the Village Hall, 806 East State Street, Cherry Valley, Illinois, to address the following request:
1. To consider the following variances pursuant to Section 8255 of the Code of Ordinances for the Village of Cherry Valley, Illinois:
a) A increase in the maximum allowed driveway width of 18 feet to up to 36 feet (driveway 1) and increase in the maximum allowed driveway width of 18 feet to up to 36 feet (driveway 2) in the R4 (Multiple-Family Residential) zoning district for the property commonly known as 1918 S. Bell School Road (also known as 12XX Bell School Road), Rockford, IL 61112 with PIN: 12-35-252-011.
b) A reduction in the front yard setback from the required 30 feet down to 22 feet in the R4 (Multiple-Family Residential) zoning district for the property commonly known as 1918 S. Bell School Road (also known as 12XX Bell School Road), Rockford, IL 61112 with PIN: 12-35-252-011.
Filed by Michael Kromm on behalf of property owner Chicago Land Trust B86005368 c/o Rachel Bachrodt or its successors and assigns.
Members of the public are invited to attend this public hearing, at which time an opportunity will be given to address the members of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Dated: June 26, 2026 /s/ Aaron Szeto, Village Attorney
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NOTICE TO BID
CHERRY VALLEY TOWNSHIP HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT invites bids for furnishing and placing surface mix on various roads throughout the Township as they become ready for overlay in 2026. The unit price will be per ton and is based on 4,571 tons. The unit price is to include cleaning, patching, milling of approximately 8 butt joints and road surface measuring 13,502 feet in length by 23 feet in average width, and priming. The prime used is to be SS1H or approved equal. Surface overlay will be ILL 9.5 N 50. All bidders shall include in their bid proposals a copy of the Illinois Department of Transportation pre-qualification form. Bids not having this attached shall not be considered. This contract calls for the construction of a “public work,” within the meaning of the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/.01 et seq. (“the Act”). The Act requires contractors and subcontractors to pay laborers, workers and mechanics performing services on public works projects no less than the “prevailing rate of wages” (hourly cash wages plus fringe benefits) in the county
where the work is performed as approved by the Cherry Valley Township Board. Bid documents can be obtained by calling Cherry Valley Township at 815-874-8100. These projects are to be completed by October 9,2026. Send bids to: Cherry Valley Township, Attn: Township Clerk, 4875 Blackhawk Rd., Rockford, IL 61109, on or before July 29,2026 by 3:00PM at which time the bids will be opened. The Highway Commissioner reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids, to waive any technicalities or to accept any item or any proposal.
Dated this June 26, 2026
Kyle Zimmerman Highway Commissioner, Cherry Valley Township, Winnebago County 27398R TRRT 7/1
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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PROBATE DIVISION
In the Matter of the Estate of: CHRIS S. KECKLER, Deceased. No. 2026-PR-112 CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of CHRIS S. KECKLER. Letters of Office were issued on May 15, 2026, to Thomas Whelan of 5722 Inverness Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61107, who is the Executor of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Jacob E. Trotter, of HARDYMAN & ASSOCIATES, LTD., 124 N. Water Street, Suite 100, Rockford, Illinois 61107. Any claims against the Estate may be filed on or before November 27, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.
Claims against the Estate must be filed with the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit ClerkProbate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101. E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit https://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers. htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need further help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/ FAQ/gethelp.asp or talk with your local circuit clerk’s office.
Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative and to his or her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.
DATED: May 22, 2026
Thomas Whelan, Executor Attorney Jacob E. TrotterARDC# 6330561
HARDYMAN & ASSOCIATES, LTD. 124 N. Water Street, Suite 100 Rockford, Illinois 61107 (815) 964-8888
jake@hardymanlaw.com
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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION
STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a junk removal and hauling business in said County and State under the name of Alpha Dog Junk Solutions at the following post office addresses: 4230 Harrison Ave., Apt. 103, Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Isael Nieves
SIGNED: Isael Nieves 6/26/26
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 26th day of June, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk
Giselle Mandujano, Deputy Clerk 27413R TRRT 7/15
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
WINNEBAGO COUNTYROCKFORD, ILLINOIS
U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as owner trustee for REO Trust 2017-RPL1
PLAINTIFF Vs. Corliss Henry; Vanessa Henry; Apache Gardner; LaShena Robinson; Chureia Ingram; Angel Maxwell; Vernon Dowthard; Laterence Roberson; Kathy Henry; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Sarah A. Gardner; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Amy L. Silvestri, as Special Representative for Sarah A. Gardner (deceased) DEFENDANTS No. 2026-FC-0000081
NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: LaShena Robinson
Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Sarah A. Gardner
Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants
That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 820 Albert Avenue Rockford, IL 61101 and which said Mortgage was made by: Sarah A. Gardner the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Intervale Mortgage Corporation, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0414063; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court,
n n n PUBLIC NOTICE
Thomas A. Klein
Clerk of the Circuit Court
400 West State Street, Room 108 Rockford, IL 61101 on or before July 24, 2026, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300
DuPage # 15170
Winnebago # 531
Our File No. 14-26-00345
NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector.
I3289213
P27383R TRRT 7/8 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: BETTY MAE OBERHEIM, Deceased.
2026-PR-127
CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of Betty Mae Oberheim. Letters of Office were issued on June 2, 2026 to John Oberheim, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Laura L. McGarragan, 1004 N. Main St., Rockford IL 61103.
Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 1, 2027, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk, Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office–Probate Div., must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.
DATED: June 29, 2026 _s/ Laura L McGarragan Attorney for Administrator Laura L McGarragan 1004 N. Main St. Rockford IL 61103 Tel: 815 961-1111
Laura@McGarraganLaw.com 27400R TRRT 7/15 n n n
STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF: ALLEN P. MOLLY, Deceased No. 2026-PR-0000101
CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of ALLEN P. MOLLY. Letters of Office were issued on May 22, 2026, to CAROLYN MINKLER of 688 Green Ridge Drive, Catawissa, MO 63015, as Independent Administrator for the Estate. The attorney of record
The following list of vehicles abandoned and/or unclaimed in the County of Winnebago will be sold at public auction on 07/08/2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Greater Rockford Auto Auction, 5937 Sandy Hollow Road, Rockford, IL. The owners can claim said vehicle at the Greater Rockford Auto Auction by paying the towing, impound and storage fees before 8:30 a.m. the day of the auction.
Only licensed re-builders, used parts dealers or scrap processors may purchase vehicles offered for sale at this auction. In addition, you must register with the Greater Rockford Auto Auction prior to the auction. Purchasers will be issued a “Certificate of Purchase”. Payment is due at the conclusion of the auction. Only cash or check made payable to the “Greater Rockford Auto Auction” will be accepted. Color Year Make Model
for the Estate is Kiera P. Kamedula, 1111 South Alpine Road, Suite 704, Rockford, IL 61108.
The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under paragraph 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.
Claims may be filed on or before January 1, 2027, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery ofnotice to any known creditor required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act of 1975 as amended (755 ILCS 5/18-3), whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated shall be barred.
Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit ClerkProbate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the Independent Administrator, or both. Copies of any claim filed with the Circuit Clerk’s OfficeProbate Division must be mailed or delivered to the Executor and to its attorney within ten days after it has been filed.
Dated: June 25, 2026
Carolyn Minkler Independent Administrator Kiera P. Kamedula (ARDC 6351337) CANFIELD & McKENNA 1111 South Alpine Road, Suite 704 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 968-7200 kiera@canfieldmckennalaw.com service@canfieldmckennalaw. com (For service of documents only)
27401R TRRT 7/15 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN RE THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Janice Shutter, Deceased. CASE NO: 2026-PR-74 CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of Janice Shutter on January 18th, 2026. Letters of Office were issued on May 8th, 2026, to: Janine Saunders who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney is Christian Solares, 4855 E State St Ste 24, Rockford, IL 61108. Claims against the estate may be filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication. Any claim not filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication or claims not filed within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.
Claims may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Div. at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101, or with the representative or both.
Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Div., must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to the attorney within ten days (10) after it has been filed.
DATED: 06/25/2026
Janine Saunders, Administrator CHRISTIAN SOLARES #6325075
Attorney for Estate 4855 E State St Ste 24 Rockford, IL 61108 27402R TRRT 7/15
n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: GARY LAWRENCE HEITZ, Deceased. CASE NO. 2026 PR 114
CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of Gary Lawrence Heitz. Letters of Office were issued on May 10, 2019 to Brian Heitz who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Laura A. Epstein of Laura A. Epstein & Associates 6072 Brynwood Drive, Suite 203, Rockford, IL 61114. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 1, 2027, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date as stated above shall be barred.
Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. /s/ Laura A. Epstein
Prepared by: Laura A. Epstein, ARDC # 6220132 6072 Brynwood Drive, Suite 203 Rockford, Illinois 61114 Telephone: 815.639.0982 laura@attorneylauraepstein.com 27403R TRRT 7/15 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: RONALD WILLIAM HANZEL, JR., Deceased.
CASE NO. 2026 PR 142 CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of Ronald William Hanzel, Jr. Letters of Office were issued on June 15, 2026 to Dennis Hanzel who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Laura A. Epstein of Laura A. Epstein & Associates 6072 Brynwood Drive, Suite 203, Rockford, IL 61114. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 1, 2027, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date as stated above shall be barred.
Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. /s/ Laura A. Epstein
Prepared by: Laura A. Epstein, ARDC # 6220132 6072 Brynwood Drive, Suite 203 Rockford, Illinois 61114
Telephone: 815.639.0982 laura@attorneylauraepstein.com 27404R TRRT 7/15 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: RAQUEL VILLARREAL, Deceased. CASE NO. 2026 PR 140 CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of Raquel Villarreal. Letters of Office were issued on June 15, 2026 to Esther Poirot who is the legal
representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Nicole L. Beran of Laura A. Epstein & Associates 6072 Brynwood Drive, Suite 203, Rockford, IL 61114.
Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 1, 2027, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date as stated above shall be barred.
Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. /s/ Nicole L. Beran
Prepared by: Nicole L. Beran, ARDC # 6271587 6072 Brynwood Drive, Suite 203 Rockford, Illinois 61114 Telephone: 815.639.0982 nicole@attorneylauraepstein.com 27405R TRRT 7/15 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO In the Matter of the Estate of DAWN ALMS, Deceased. CASE NO.: 2026 PR 56 CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE: Dawn Alms died on January 17, 2026, a resident of Winnebago County, Illinois. On March 26, 2026, Carol Bunting was appointed Executor of her estate. The Executor’s address is 906 Greglynn Street, Machesney Park, Illinois 61115. The attorneys for the Executor are Fabiano Law Offices, 321 West State Street, Ste. 301, Rockford, Illinois. Claims against the estate must be filed on or before January 1, 2027. Any claim not filed by that date will be barred. Claims may be filed with the Probate Division of the Circuit Clerk Office, Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61101, or with the Executor and Fabiano Law Offices or with all of them.
Copies of claims filed with the Probate Clerk’s Office must be mailed or delivered to the Administrator and her Attorneys, within ten (10) days after the Claim is filed.
Dated: June 29, 2026 /s/THOMAS M. FABIANO, Attorney for Petitioner CAROL BUNTING, Executor of the Estate Fabiano Law Offices
ATTORNEY THOMAS M. FABIANOARDC#-621058
321 W. State Street, Suite 301 Rockford, IL 61101
PH: (815) 965-6781
FX: (815) 965-6782
Email: thomasfabiano@yahoo.com
cc: tonshacarter321@aol.com 27406R TRRT 7/15 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: SAMANTHA JOAN PHILIP, Petitioner, vs. NATHAN ANDREW PHILIP, Respondent. Case No. 2025-DC-432
NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
MARRIAGE and other relief in the above-captioned cause of action. You are further notified that if you fail to file an answer or otherwise appear on or before August 3, 2026, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition.
/s/ Samantha Joan Philip, Petitioner 27407R TRRT 7/15 n n n
ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION
STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a warehouse business in said County and State under the name of TNTEA at the following post office addresses: 227 7th St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tien Quang Nguyen
SIGNED: Tien Quang Nguyen 6/15/26
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of June, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Krystal Soto, Deputy Clerk 27408R TRRT 7/15 n n n
ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a merchandising business in said County and State under the name of Zenixx Whimsies at the following post office addresses: 6436 Muirfield Ln., Rockford, IL 61114; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Sarah Catherine Scott SIGNED: Sarah Catherine Scott 6/23/26
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 23rd day of June, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27409R TRRT 7/15 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a book publishing business in said County and State under the name of Zombie Logic Press at the following post office addresses: 119 S. 3rd St., Apt. 4, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Thomas Lee Vaultonburg SIGNED: Thomas Lee Vaultonburg 6/23/26
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 23rd day of June, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Krystal Soto, Deputy Clerk 27410R TRRT 7/15 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a lawncare business in said County and State under the name of ABC Lawncare at the following post office addresses: 2434 Lorraine Ln., Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Brandon Lee Chavez SIGNED: Brandon Lee Chavez 6/23/26
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent Nathan Andrew Philip that Petitioner Samantha
Joan Philip has caused to be filed a PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 23rd day of June, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27411R TRRT 7/15
n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC
Plaintiff, -v.KRISTIAN FALKENHAUG et al
Defendant 2025-FC-0000146
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 18, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on July 16, 2026, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN THE STATE OF IL
LOT NINE (9) IN BLOCK SEVEN (7) AS DESIGNATED
UPON THE PLAT OF ROCK VIEW ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 10 OF PLATS ON PAGE 4 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.
Commonly known as 2222 17TH AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61104
Property Index No. 11-36231-009
The real estate is improved with a residence.
Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay
the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876
THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100
BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-25-00783
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Case Number: 2025-FC-0000146
TJSC#: 46-1344
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2025-FC-0000146 I3289110 P27363R TRRT 7/1 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WinnebagoRockford, ILLINOIS WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF THE RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST X-C Plaintiff vs. MYRTLE B BURKE A/K/A MYRTLE BELL BURKE, WINNEBAGO COUNTY TREASURER, FOX RIVERS SANITATION AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 24 FC 359 CALENDAR NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on July 23, 2026, at the hour 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT FIFTEEN (15) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 1 OF LINCOLN ACRES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE S.W. 1/4 OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE 3RD P.M., THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 26 OF PLATS ON PAGE 99 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 11-17-353-006. Commonly known as 4416 Kennett Ave., Rockford, IL 61101.
The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection(g-1) of Section 189.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% (or 25% if so ordered in the Judgement of Foreclosure) down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property is sold AS IS subject to all liens or encumbrances. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the circuit court case record, property tax record and the title record to verify all information before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Lavelle Law, 1933 North Meacham Road, Suite 600, Schaumburg, Illinois 60173. (847) 705-7555. WSF vs. Burke INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com
I3288783 P27364R TRRT 7/1 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WinnebagoRockford, ILLINOIS Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff vs. Sawyer Hrycay; et. al. Defendant 25 FC 470 CALENDAR NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on July 23, 2026, at the hour 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 46 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD (3RD) PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 11, AND SAID POINT OF BEGINNING BEING THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF THE MIDDLE LINE OF THE HIGHWAY KNOWN AS MIDDLE MANCHESTER ROAD WITH THE WEST LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 11, ONE HUNDRED SIXTY (160) FEET; THENCE EASTERLY, PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION, ONE HUNDRED FORTY (140) FEET, THENCE NORTH, PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 11, ONE HUNDRED SIXTY (160) FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE WEST ALONG SAID NORTH LINE ONE HUNDRED FORTY
(140) FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 04-11-100-005. Commonly known as 7215 Middle Road, South Beloit, IL 61080. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection(g-1) of Section 189.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% (or 25% if so ordered in the Judgement of Foreclosure) down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property is sold AS IS subject to all liens or encumbrances. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the circuit court case record, property tax record and the title record to verify all information before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-25-07558
INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
intercountyjudicialsales.com I3288808 P27365R TRRT 7/1 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIZENS BANK NA F/K/A RBS CITIZENS NA Plaintiff, -v.-
JESSICA M. SCHULTE A/K/A JESSICA SCHULTE et al Defendant 2025-FC-0000108 NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 9, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on July 14, 2026, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY-THREE (183) AS DESIGNATED UPON WINFIELD PLAT NO. 5, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 46 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 45 OF PLATS ON PAGE 169 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 14110 COMMERCIAL PKWY, SOUTH BELOIT, IL 61080 Property Index No. 04-18155-022
The real estate is improved with a residence.
Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real
estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876
THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100
BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-25-01418
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2025-FC-0000108
TJSC#: 46-1314
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2025-FC-0000108
I3288876
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, 400 WEST STATE STREET, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF John Nandzik, DECEASED.
26 PR 131
Notice is given to creditors of the death of the above named decedent. Letters of office were issued to Sharon Nandzik, 6362 Parks Edge Drive, Loves Park, Illinois 61111, Terri Skiba, PO Box 56, Chugwater, Wyoming 82210 and Kelly Hart, 2692 Reid Farm
Road, Rockford, Illinois 61114, as Independent Co-Executors, whose attorney of record is Gregg Garofalo, Garofalo Law Group, 33 North Dearborn Street, Suite 1000, Chicago, Illinois 60602. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, par. 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed with the clerk or with the representative, or both, on or before December 17, 2026, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.
E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit http://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp.asp. Gregg Garofalo Garofalo Law Group (48743) 33 North Dearborn Street, Suite 1000 Chicago, Illinois 60602 (312)753-6000 I3288923 P27367R TRRT 7/1 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: LINNAE J. COLLINS, Petitioner, vs. AUSTIN JAMES STACHON, Respondent. Case No. 2025-DN-401 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent Austin James Stachon that Petitioner Linnae J. Collins has caused to be filed a PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE and other relief in the above-captioned cause of action. You are further notified that if you fail to file an answer or otherwise appear on or before July 20, 2026, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition. /s/ Linnae J. Collins, Petitioner 27377R TRRT 7/1 n n n NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #4952, 7102 Rock Valley Parkway Loves Park, IL 61111 to satisfy a lien on July 16, 2026 at approx. 12:00pm at www. storagetreasures.com. Cube E22 Jerrie Bennett Glawe; Cube F22 Jerrie Bennett Glawe; Cube H05 Melody Williams; Cube H37 Jerrie Bennett Glawe; Cube L45 Alison Hockenbury; Cube M12 Jerrie Bennett Glawe; Cube N33 Kara Stickles.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3566, 6210 Forest Hills Road Loves Park, IL 61111 to satisfy a lien on July 16, 2026 at approx. 12:30pm at www. storagetreasures.com.
Cube 126B Cynthia T. Treadwell; Cube 307 Aphrodite Mecklenburg; Cube 308 Steven Good;
Cube 404B Larry Wright; Cube 430 Javar Puckett; Cube 441 Miranda McKee.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3565, 4548 American Road Rockford, IL 61109 to satisfy a lien on July 16, 2026 at approx. 11:30am at www. storagetreasures.com.
Cube A23 Cassandra M. Cantu; Cube 2221 Tori Chapman; Cube 3225 Ronald Harper Jr. ; Cube 3610 Bruce A. Richmond; Cube 5720 Lecia Wade; Cube 5920 Rasheka Williams.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3568, 4560 Stenstrom Road Rockford, IL 61109 to satisfy a lien on July 16, 2026 at approx. 11:30am at www. storagetreasures.com.
Cube S31 Marloes Shoulders; Cube S32 Marloes Shoulders; Cube S40 Marloes Shoulders; Cube S80 Kayla Boyd; Cube S96 Kayla Boyd; Cube S9091 James Fijak.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by
CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3567, 3015 N. Main St. Rockford, IL 61103 to satisfy a lien on July 16, 2026 at approx. 12:00pm at www.storagetreasures.com.
Cube A8 Luke Peper; Cube A40 Traci Klingebiel;
Cube A69 Reginald Evans; Cube A88 Francisco Gamboa;
Cube A171 Christina McGraw; Cube A183 King Singleton; Cube B16 Charles Horton;
Cube B76 Tom Kalo Panky-Davis;
Cube B116 Diane Soto; Cube B212 Indra Jackson;
Cube B227 Christopher Schelm; Cube B266 Mylena Shovelski;
Cube B287 Marjorie Elliot.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by
CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3561, 7511 Vandiver Road Rockford, IL 61112 to satisfy a lien on July 16, 2026 at approx. 11:00am at www. storagetreasures.com.
Cube R11 Lynelle Overturf.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by
CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3563, 4300 Interstate Blvd Loves Park, IL 61111 to satisfy a lien on July 16, 2026 at approx. 1:00pm at www. storagetreasures.com.
Cube 42 Abraham Martinez; Cube 154 Tamika Brown;
Cube 164 Mary Peterson;
Cube 258 Mary Peterson; Cube 357 Tomas Arjona;
Cube 358 Masson Johnson; Cube 359 Priscila Ramirez.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by
CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #5754, 3780 E. State St. Rockford, IL 61108 to satisfy a lien on July 16, 2026 at approx. 11:00am at www.storagetreasures.com.
Cube 46 Carletta Sockwell;
Cube 85 Ann Bjorlie;
Cube 99 Sheneitha Hayes;
Cube 127 Marco Mosley;
Cube 152 Emmanuel White;
Cube 154 Brenna Ashton;
Cube 158 Brianna Pickett;
Cube 167 Eric Henges;
Cube 183 Gerardo Rivera Jr.;
Cube 247 Jasmine Edwards;
Cube 301 Cassandra Thompson;
Cube 325 Maurice L. Rigsby;
Cube 342 Torry Townsend;
Cube 357 April Adams; Cube 362 Keisha Creamer; Cube 379 Acquianetta James; Cube 402 Kristine Chambers; Cube 406 Jessica Axtell. 27390R TRRT 7/1 n n n
ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION
STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a music performance business in said County and State under the name of Los Claveles at the following post office addresses: 928 S. 6th St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Oscar Sifuentes-Medellin SIGNED: Oscar SifuentesMedellin 6/15/26
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of June, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27391R TRRT 7/8 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION
STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a industrial construction business in said County and State under the name of Thunder Exterior Solutions at the following post office addresses: 915 West St., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Javier Castellanos Santiago SIGNED: Javier Castellanos Santiago 6/17/26
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of June, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Giselle Mandujano, Deputy Clerk 27392R TRRT 7/8 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN RE THE ESTATE OF: OUSMANE TANOR DIENG, Deceased.
CASE NO. 2026 PR 133 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of OUSMANE TANOR DIENG. Letters of Office were issued on June 4, 2026 to, BAMBY DIENG, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorneys for the estate are John M. Gilbert, Gilbert Law Offices, 5010 N. 2nd Street, Loves Park, Illinois 61111. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before December 24, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date as stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. /s/ John M. Gilbert
John M. Gilbert
Attorney for Administrator
Attorney John M. Gilbert 5010 N. 2nd Street Loves Park, IL 61111
Phone (815) 877-2500
Fax (815) 877-2300 27389R TRRT 7/8
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
In the Matter of the Estate of GLORIA J. PRATHER, deceased No. 2026 PR 123 CLAIM NOTICE
Notice is given of the death of GLORIA J. PRATHER. Letters of Office were issued on June 2nd, 2026 to THERESA L. HOPKINS whose address is 1305 Van Stone Drive, Machesney Park, IL 61115, as administrator, whose attorney is TOBIN, RAMON & BARBER, 530 South State Street; Suite 200, Belvidere, Illinois 61008-3711.
Claims against the estate may be filed on or before December 17, 2026 that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.
Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk -Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both.
Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office -- Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representastive and to her attorney within ten days after it has been filed.
DATED: 5-26, 2026 /s/ Theresa L. Hopkins
THERESA L. HOPKINS
Natalie Hyser Barber ARDC# 6301826 Tobin, Ramon & Barber Attorneys for Petitioner 530 South State Street; Suite 200 Belvidere, Illinois 61008-3711 (815) 544-0316 natalie@tobinramon.com
27370R TRRT 7/1 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: WILLIAM E. FRITSCH, Deceased.
Case No. 2026-PR-0000124
CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of William E. Fritsch. Letters of Office were issued on June 2, 2026 to Erika Giambeluca, of 8383 N Rockton Ave, Rockford, IL 61103, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Trent M. Ferguson, 216 North Court Street, Rockford, IL 61103.
Claims against the estate may be filed on or before December 17, 2026, date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representatives, or both.
Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representatives and to his attorney within ten days after it has been filed.
DATED: 5/20, 2026
/s/ ERIKA GIAMBELUCA, Administrator
Name: ATTORNEY TRENT M. FERGUSON
Attorney for Estate
Address: 216 North Court Street
City: Rockford, IL 61103
Telephone: 815-489-9500 27371R TRRT 7/1
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
In the Matter of the Estate of: KENITH D. MATHEWS, Deceased.
PROBATE DIVISION
Case No.: 2026-PR- 28
CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of KENITH D. MATHEWS of Machesney Park, Illinois, who died on September 13, 2025. Letters of Office were issued on April 29, 2026, to JASON E. MATHEWS 5322 Brookshire St., Monroe, Ml 48161, who is the Independent Administrator of the Estate. The attorney for the estate is FRANKLIN J. EUBANK, JR. 126 N. Church Street, Rockford, IL 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before December 17, 2026 that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it is filed.
E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exceptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit https://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/ service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/ FAQ/gethelp.asp.
Dated: 6/10/26
/s/ Jason E. Mathews, Independent Administrator /s/ Franklin J. Eubank, Jr., Attorney at Law
Prepared By: FRANKLIN J. EUBANK, JR. (#6208840)
Attorney at Law
126 N. Church Street
Rockford, IL 61101-1002
Telephone: (815) 961-9668
Facsimile: (779) 218-9321
E-mail: frank@feubanklaw.com Attorney for Petitioner 27376R TRRT 7/1 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BERTRAM STEIN, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL SCHILLER, CELIA BENIQUEZ, a/k/a CELIA BENIQUEZ-SCHILLER, and CMB LOGISTICS, INC., an Illinois Corporation, Defendants. CASE NO. 2026-LA-104 NOTICE OF HEARING
The Court having granted leave for Notice by Publication, notice is given to you, MICHAEL SCHILLER, Defendant in the above action. A Complaint was filed against you on March 18, 2026, which has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County requesting a Judgment against you. Summons was issued out of the Court against you as provided by law, and the action is still pending.
Consequently, unless you, MICHAEL SCHILLER, Defendant in the above case, file your Answer to the Complaint, otherwise plead in the action, or otherwise make your Appearance in the Courthouse of Winnebago County, located at 400 West State St., Rockford, Illinois 61101 on or before July 16, 2026 at 9:15 a.m. in Courtroom 426, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint.
Prepared by:
George P. Hampilos –ARDC # 6320977
Hampilos & Associates, Ltd. 6838 East State Street, Suite 302 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 962-0044
Georgehamp@aol.com 27372R TRRT 7/1 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BERTRAM STEIN, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL SCHILLER, CELIA BENIQUEZ, a/k/a CELIA BENIQUEZ-SCHILLER, and CMB LOGISTICS, INC., an Illinois Corporation, Defendants. CASE NO. 2026-LA-104
NOTICE OF HEARING
The Court having granted leave for Notice by Publication, notice is given to you, CMB LOGISTICS, INC., an Illinois Corporation, Defendant in the above action. A Complaint was filed against you on March 18, 2026, which has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County requesting a Judgment against you.
Summons was issued out of the Court against you as provided by law, and the action is still pending. Consequently, unless you, CMB LOGISTICS, INC., an Illinois Corporation, Defendant in the above case, file your Answer to the Complaint, otherwise plead in the action, or otherwise make your Appearance in the Courthouse of Winnebago County, located at 400 West State St., Rockford, Illinois 61101 on or before July 16, 2026 at 9:15 a.m. in Courtroom 426, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint.
Prepared by: George P. Hampilos –ARDC # 6320977
Hampilos & Associates, Ltd. 6838 East State Street, Suite 302 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 962-0044 Georgehamp@aol.com 27373R TRRT 7/1 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BERTRAM STEIN, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL SCHILLER, CELIA BENIQUEZ, a/k/a CELIA BENIQUEZ-SCHILLER, and CMB LOGISTICS, INC., an Illinois Corporation, Defendants.
CASE NO. 2026-LA-104
NOTICE OF HEARING
The Court having granted leave for Notice by Publication, notice is given to you, CELIA BENIQUEZ, a/k/a CELIA BENIQUEZ-SCHILLER, Defendant in the above action. A Complaint was filed against you on March 18, 2026, which has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County requesting a Judgment against you. Summons was issued out of the Court against you as provided by
law, and the action is still pending. Consequently, unless you, CELIA BENIQUEZ, a/k/a CELIA BENIQUEZ-SCHILLER, Defendant in the above case, file your Answer to the Complaint, otherwise plead in the action, or otherwise make your Appearance in the Courthouse of Winnebago County, located at 400 West State St., Rockford, Illinois 61101 on or before July 16, 2026 at 9:15 a.m. in Courtroom 426, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint.
Prepared by:
George P. Hampilos –ARDC # 6320977
Hampilos & Associates, Ltd.
6838 East State Street, Suite 302 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 962-0044
Georgehamp@aol.com 27374R TRRT 7/1
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NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
In the Interest of:
MOHAMMED ABOUD ALMAOSMI, A Minor. CASE NO: 2026 GR 145 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Take notice that on the 9th day of June, 2026, a Petition to Appoint Guardian of the Person of the Minor was filed in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, 17th Judicial Circuit, and that in room 314 of the Winnebago County Courthouse, on the 15th day of July, 2026 at the hour of 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, a hearing will be held upon the Petition for Adoption. Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the Petition, the Petition may be taken for confessed as against you and an Order, Judgment or Decree entered.
Dated at Rockford, Illinois this 10th day of June, 2026. Thomas Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court ERIN L. NASH #6304953 Nash Law Office, P.C. 4615 East State Street, Suite 101 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 397-7500 erin@nashlawofficepc.com 27375R TRRT 7/1
n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: ENGRACIA FERNANDEZ, Petitioner, vs. MARCO A. FERNANDEZ, Respondent.
Case No. 2025-DN-472 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent Marco A. Fernandez that Petitioner Engracia Fernandez has caused to be filed a PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE and other relief in the above-captioned cause of action. You are further notified that if you fail to file an answer or otherwise appear on or before July 20, 2026, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition.
/s/ Engracia Fernandez, Petitioner
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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION
STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a micro bakery business in said County and State under the name of Green Table Bread Co at the following post office addresses: 515 29th St., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or
transacting such business are as follows: Janna Michelle Flory
SIGNED: Janna Michelle Flory 6/15/26
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of June, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27382R TRRT 7/1
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS
PROBATE DIVISION
In the Matter of: JANET E. RAINWATER, Decedent. 2026-PR-0000105
CLAIM NOTICE
NOTICE is given of the death of JANET E. RAINWATER, who died on March 24, 2026. Letters of Office were issued on June 16, 2026, to RANDY W. RAINWATER of 2910 S. Main Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Douglas R. Henry, of Barrick, Switzer, Long, Balsley & Van Evera, LLP, 6833 Stalter Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61108.
Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before December 24, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.
Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk, Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the Estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office, Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative and to their attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.
Dated: June 18, 2026 /s/ Randy W. Rainwater, Successor Executor
DOUGLAS R. HENRY - #6229426
BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 962-6611 dhenry@bslbv.com 27388R TRRT 7/8
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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO
This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a food service/truck business in said County and State under the name of For the Love of Tacos at the following post office addresses: 12246 Center Rd., Durand, IL 61024; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Mariah Angelique Nimtz; Leslie Scott Nimtz
SIGNED: Mariah Angelique Nimtz 6/26/26
SIGNED: Leslie Scott Nimtz 6/26/26
Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 26th day of June, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27412R TRRT 7/15
n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, -v.-
JOANN M. PORTER AKA JOANN PORTER; CONNEXUS CREDIT UNION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO HERITAGE CREDIT UNION; COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO; SWEDISH AMERICAN HEALTH SYSTEM CORPORATION; STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; CITY OF LOVES PARK; Defendants. 2025-FC-0000436 6711 Louden Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 4/1/2026, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on 8/3/2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on August 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM subject to extension, and will sell at public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate. LOT FIFTY-NINE (59) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 3 OF FOREST RIDGE NORTH, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 41 OF PLATS ON PAGE 31B IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6711 Louden Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111 Property Index No. 08-21376-028
The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $83,246.73 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction.com by entering 6711 Louden Dr. into the search bar. If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, the winning bidder must pay the full bid amount within twenty-four (24) hours of the auction’s end. All payments must be certified funds. No third-party checks will be accepted. All bidders will need to register at www. auction.com prior to placing a bid. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a certificate of sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property, prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g) (l) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER),
YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC (630) 453-6960 please refer to file number 6746224235. Auction.com, LLC 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60602 - 872-225-4985 You can also visit www.auction.com. Attorney File No. 6746-224235 Case Number: 2025-FC-0000436 NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I3289794
P27394R TRRT 7/15 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, 400 WEST STATE STREET, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF Gloria Ann Benner, DECEASED. 26 PR 147
Notice is given to creditors of the death of the above named decedent. Letters of office were issued to Jennifer Cellitti, 2 NW 35th Place, Cape Coral, Florida 33993, as Independent Administrator, whose attorney of record is Thomas K. Prindable, Cogan & Power, PC, 1 East Wacker Drive, 38th Floor, Chicago, Illinois 60601.
The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, par. 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.
Claims against the estate may be filed with the clerk or with the representative, or both, on or before January 16, 2027, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.
E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit http://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp.asp.
Thomas K. Prindable Cogan & Power, P.C., (2255340) 1 East Wacker Drive, 38th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60601 (312) 477-2500 I3289870
P27395R TRRT 7/15 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTYROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Federal National Mortgage Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Walter Simmons; Sam Simmons Jr.; Terrence Simmons; Christopher Simmons; H. Michele Waite; Monica Robinson; Cynthia Simmons; Ramona Simmons;
Cordelia Barker; New Towne Condominium Home Owners’ Association; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Yvonne I. Boyd; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Amy L. Silvestri, as Special Representative for Yvonne I. Boyd (deceased) DEFENDANTS
No. 2026-FC-0000135 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Monica Robinson
Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Yvonne I. Boyd Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants
That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5006 Diane Court, Unit 5 Rockford, IL 61108 and which said Mortgage was made by:
Yvonne I. Boyd the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Midwest Community Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 20131040330; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Thomas A. Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court 400 West State Street, Room 108 Rockford, IL 61101 on or before July 31, 2026, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300
DuPage # 15170
Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-26-01224
NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector.
I3289692 P27396R TRRT 7/15 n n n Contempo Storage 2605 Pamela Ave Rockford, IL 61109 Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property
Notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 4 of the Self Service Storage Facility Act, in the state of Illinois, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on Friday, July 17th, 2026 at or after 12:00 p.m. on the premises where said property has been stored and which is located at 2605 Pamela Ave., Rockford, Illinois 61109, the personal property described below. Bids accepted at www.lockerfox.com starting 7/11/26. Sheryl Rodriguez CC30; Haley Beach I12; Matt Rickland I15 and I30; Queen Harrington CC19; Joyce Hocking CC09; Porcha Hope RV10 and RV11; Lisa Emerson I25. 27387R TRRT 7/1
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Winnebago - Rockford, ILLINOIS WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF THE RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST X-C Plaintiff vs. MYRTLE B BURKE A/K/A MYRTLE BELL BURKE, WINNEBAGO COUNTY TREASURER, FOX RIVERS SANITATION AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 24 FC 359 CALENDAR NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on July 23, 2026, at the hour 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 11-17-353-006.
Commonly known as 4416 Kennett Ave., Rockford, IL 61101.
The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection(g-1) of Section 189.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% (or 25% if so ordered in the Judgement of Foreclosure) down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property is sold AS IS subject to all liens or encumbrances. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the circuit court case record, property tax record and the title record to verify all information before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Lavelle Law, 1933 North Meacham Road, Suite 600, Schaumburg, Illinois 60173. (847) 705-7555. WSF vs. Burke INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3288783
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- KRISTIAN FALKENHAUG et al Defendant 2025-FC-0000146 NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 18, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on July 16, 2026, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2222 17TH AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-36-231-009
The real estate is improved with a residence.
Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section
505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527
630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-25-00783
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Case Number: 2025-FC-0000146
TJSC#: 46-1344
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2025-FC-0000146 I3289110
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REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIZENS BANK NA F/K/A RBS CITIZENS NA Plaintiff, -v.- JESSICA M. SCHULTE A/K/A JESSICA SCHULTE et al Defendant 2025-FC-0000108
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 9, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on July 14, 2026, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 14110 COMMERCIAL PKWY, SOUTH BELOIT, IL 61080
Property Index No. 04-18-155-022
The real estate is improved with a residence.
Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS
IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876
THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527
630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-25-01418
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Case Number: 2025-FC-0000108
TJSC#: 46-1314
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2025-FC-0000108 I3288876
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Winnebago - Rockford, ILLINOIS Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff vs. Sawyer Hrycay; et. al. Defendant 25 FC 470 CALENDAR NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on July 23, 2026, at the hour 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:
P.I.N. 04-11-100-005.
Commonly known as 7215 Middle Road, South Beloit, IL 61080. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection(g-1) of Section 189.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% (or 25% if so ordered in the Judgement of Foreclosure) down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property is sold AS IS subject to all liens or encumbrances. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the circuit court case record, property tax record and the title record
to verify all information before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-25-07558
INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3288808
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REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, -v.- JOANN M. PORTER AKA JOANN PORTER; CONNEXUS CREDIT UNION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO HERITAGE CREDIT UNION; COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO; SWEDISH AMERICAN HEALTH SYSTEM CORPORATION; STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; CITY OF LOVES PARK; Defendants. 2025-FC-0000436 6711 Louden Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111 NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 4/1/2026, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on 8/3/2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on August 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM subject to extension, and will sell at public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate. Commonly known as 6711 Louden Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111 Property Index No. 08-21-376-028
The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $83,246.73 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction.com by entering 6711 Louden Dr. into the search bar. If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, the winning bidder must pay the full bid amount within twenty-four (24) hours of the auction’s end. All payments must be certified funds. No third-party checks will be accepted. All bidders will need to register at www.auction.com prior to placing a bid. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a certificate of sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property, prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(l) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC (630) 453-6960 please refer to file number 6746-224235. Auction.com, LLC 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60602 - 872-225-4985 You can also visit www.auction. com. Attorney File No. 6746-224235 Case Number: 2025-FC-0000436 NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I3289794
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Death Notices
6/25/2026 89 Barkhau, Patricia Rockford
6/25/2026 84 Smith, Steen Rockford
6/25/2026 49 Harris, Michael Loves Park
6/25/2026 76 Ciulla, Frank Roscoe
6/25/2026 71 Allen, Gene Rockford
6/25/2026 76 Fernandez, Margarita Rockford
6/25/2026 91 Gaston, Henry T Rockford
6/24/2026 99 Wood, Ruth Rockford
6/24/2026 87 Arns, Suzanne Loves Park
6/24/2026 72 Strahorn, Dennis Rockford
6/24/2026 87 Hacker, Marvin Machesney Park
6/24/2026 81 Garbarz, Kathleen Pecatonica
6/24/2026 75 Dance, Dennis W Rockford
6/24/2026 83 Petit, Grace E Rockford
6/24/2026 81 Eychaner, Gerald Roscoe
6/24/2026 81 Elliott, Linda Loves Park
6/23/2026 80 Williams, Sharon Rockford
6/23/2026 79 Radunz, William H Rockford
6/23/2026 97 Busker, Leroy Rockton
6/23/2026 90 O'rourke, Larry Durand
6/23/2026 64 Breazeale, Gary Rockford
6/23/2026 52 Wells, Stephanie Rockford
6/23/2026 66 Szleszinski, Randall J Rockford
6/23/2026 92 Huftalin, John G Rockford
6/23/2026 69 Sutherland, Barbara Rockford
6/23/2026 74 Hendricks, Paul Rockford
6/23/2026 78 Innis, Mary F Rockford
6/23/2026 80 Davis, Patricia Rockford
6/23/2026 73 Szymanski, Karl Rockford
6/22/2026 48 Laffery, Leslie Rockford
6/22/2026 82 Johnson, Mary R Rockford
6/22/2026 91 Schwebke, Mary A Rockford
6/22/2026 96 Nierzwicki, Anzelma Rockford
6/22/2026 97 Kreuter, Sally Loves Park
6/22/2026 73 Venesse, Nadia Rockford
6/22/2026 83 Cox, Patricia Loves Park
6/22/2026 90 Seper, Julia Rockford
6/22/2026 86 Willard, Jacgueline Rockford
6/22/2026 76 Wenzel, Kurt Machesney Park
6/22/2026 79 King, Larry Rockford
6/22/2026 80 Simpson, Marlean Rockford
6/21/2026 78 Sawicki, Betty Rockford
6/21/2026 81 Johnson, Frederick Rockford
6/21/2026 48 Gadison, David Rockford
6/21/2026 83 Sterenberg, Janice A Rockford
6/21/2026 96 Armato, Ange L Rockford
6/21/2026 72 Boyer, Joyce A Winnebago
6/21/2026 82 Poncar, Robert Loves Park
6/20/2026 80 Pascall, Gale Loves Park
6/20/2026 87 Mccollum, Carol Rockford
6/20/2026 58 Laman, Scott E Machesney Park
6/20/2026 78 Jones, Cleveland O Rockford
6/20/2026 91 Coakley, Margaret South Beloit
6/20/2026 67 Musso Williams, Debbie L Rockford
6/19/2026 90 Bowen, Adeline M Rockford
6/19/2026 61 Young, Mary E Rockford
6/19/2026 91 Serri, Lorraine Rockford
6/19/2026 63 Stewart, Gwendell Rockford
6/19/2026 88 Brandon, Mary Lou Machesney Park
6/19/2026 57 Kraus, Laura L Rockford
6/19/2026 99 Chamberlin, Virginia M Winnebago
6/19/2026 92 Caywood, Georgina M Rockford
6/19/2026 88 Connor, Sandra J Rockford
6/19/2026 79 Haywood, Abe Rockford
Crossword THEME: BEVERAGES

Across
1. Every which way
5. *Whole milk has about 8 grams of this per cup
8. Sound rebound
12. Not yet final, in law
13. Tibetan teacher
14. Twig of willow tree
15. Bad wishes
16. Like certain tradition
17. Separated
18. *Fermented tea
20. Trampled
21. Hermey and Buddy, e.g.
22. Pronoun
23. *Bee’s favorite beverage
26. Like blabbermouth
30. Freud’s concern
31. Becoming
34. Uncontrolled swerve
35. Type of heron
37. Unidentified John
38. Pocket change
39. Ding follower
40. Kenya’s neighbor
Death notices are provided by the Winnebago County Coroner’s office.
42. “Five down” fighter pilot
43. Cuddle, romantically
speaking
45. Eras
47. Film director’s cry
48. Opinion
50. ____ Bora
52. *Blended fruit beverage
55. *Most-consumed beverage
56. Abbreviation, abbr.
57. Miniature whirlpool
59. The Brady Bunch, e.g. 60. Hanukkah gift
61. Came by horse
62. “For ____ the Bell Tolls”
63. Schiller’s famous poem, e.g.
64. One-armed bandit
Down
1. “Wheel of Fortune” purchase
2. *Most popular choice for official state beverage
3. Nobel Peace Prize capital
4. It’s meant to be
5. Travesty
6. Wet nurses
7. Samoan money
8. *Caffeinated “shot”
9. Bye, in Palermo
10. *Group of bovine milk producers
11. Table scrap
13. Mona Lisa’s home
14. Presidential promises, e.g.
19. Detonation
22. *Plant-based “milk” choice
23. Must-haves
24. Encourage (2 words)
25. Cornua, sing.
26. Late country singer-songwriter Campbell
27. Relating to ilium
28. *Popular party beverage
29. Affirmatives
32. Competitive advantage
33. New Zealand’s bygone bird
36. *Milk+carbonated water+syrup
38. Head of a body part, anatomically speaking
Week of June 28 to July 4, 2026
ARIES
You’ll embark on a spiritual journey that broadens your horizons and nurtures personal growth. Reconnecting with your values and beliefs will bring a sense of inner peace. This period of transformation will be resonant and raise your consciousness.
TAURUS
Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness. A qualified professional may provide support through emotional or personal healing. You deserve to find wellbeing, serenity and fulfillment.
GEMINI
Your relationship may feel fragile due to your partner’s lack of finesse. A little extra tenderness may be needed. At work, pay attention to the small details during a negotiation because they could completely change the outcome.
CANCER
Your physical health is often influenced by your mental health, so you’ll need to explore your feelings and subconscious thoughts to understand what’s causing your discomfort. If you have a chronic illness, this introspection could reveal new paths to healing.
LEO
Bolstered selfconfidence is essential to your success. Boosting your ego in a healthy way will set you apart. Your irresistible charisma will attract respect, admiration and compliments, reinforcing your presence in your personal and professional circles.
VIRGO
You’ll juggle a move and a project close to your heart. Your romantic partner’s support will be invaluable. Order in your living space will bring mental clarity, promoting serenity, motivation and a sense of balance. These qualities will help you maintain your priorities.
LIBRA
You’ll express your opinions boldly, even if they’re not always popular. Your charm and eloquence will inspire others to embrace your ideas. Art will be a powerful channel for selfexpression, touching the hearts and minds of others.
SCORPIO
40. Preceding month
41. Send back to mother country
44. Road-crossing helper
46. Not these or those
48. Implant
49. Like duchess or count
50. Johann Sebastian of music fame
51. Sgt. Snorkel’s dog
52. Palm starch
53. Object of worship
54. Starchy tuber
55. “Amazing!”
58. Thus far

Financial concerns may cause stress, so hold things in perspective. Money is important, but love, health and happiness should be your priorities. Regaining this insight will bring calm and help you return to what matters most.
SAGITTARIUS
You are driven by enthusiasm and ambition. You welcome stimulating challenges. Professional or personal success is on the horizon. You’ll take a step toward realizing a big dream.
CAPRICORN
A difficult situation—a hardtokeep secret, perhaps—may weigh on your mind. Think carefully before acting and trust your intuition. Your guardian angels will lead you toward the right decision.
AQUARIUS
Limit your coffee intake to better manage stress and agitation. When faced with difficult situations, practice releasing control. Focus on your priorities. This will help you handle unexpected situations and professional challenges more calmly.
PISCES
New professional opportunities are on the horizon, which will showcase your skills and experience. If you can adapt, you’ll persevere to achieve your goals. The process will enhance both your achievements and your financial stability.
The luckiest signs this week: PISCES, ARIES AND TAURUS
Crossword & Sudoku
Across
1. Accelerates sharply
5. Subways’ cousins
8. Soil additive
12. Came to ground
13. Chatter
14. Uncommon
15. Land amid water
16. Mete out
17. Black-hearted
18. Printer’s term
19. Make a seam
20. Shut tightly
21. Voice part
23. Perched
25. Move back and forth
27. Picasso’s work
29. Hen homes
33. Tennis point
34. Horse’s sound
36. Swimsuit component
37. Wander
39. Stick for billiards
40. Dunk
41. Freon, e.g.
43. Prepare to publish
45. Any
48. Contains
50. Hurry off
53. Forewarning
54. Winding curve
55. Sound reverberation
56. Type of jockey
57. Cee’s follower
58. ____ vera
59. Visit
60. Woeful
61. Kernel

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Friday, July 3
A free grand celebration will honor the 250th anniversary of America through a collaborative event held in conjunction with the City of Rockford and local partners. The celebration features an outdoor street party with food trucks, concessions, family-friendly activities, and live local music Festivities begin at 4 p m with performances by Mariachi Lira and Reaper City, followed by a cultural parade The evening concludes inside the Coronado Theatre with a grand finale concert by the Rockford Symphony Orchestra featuring the Nielsen Chorale at 7:30 p m
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Saturday, July 4
Rockford’s 2026 Fourth of July Celebration fills downtown Rockford with patriotic fun from morning to night. The day begins with the Lifescape 4th of July Classic Run/Walk at 7 a.m., followed by morning activities at Beattie Park and Cars & Coffee at 9 a m
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250th Anniversary of Independence Midway Village Museum 6799 Guilford Rd, Rockford, IL 61107 midwayvillage.com 815.397.9112
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Midway Village Museum will celebrate America 250 with a free event from 10 a.m.4 p.m. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits, meet historical interpreters, and learn about the stories, symbols, and sacrifices that shaped America The Liberty Bell and Liberty Tree will be featured outside the Museum Center, while indoor activities include educational displays and genealogy resources Local genealogy


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