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Energy demand in ComEd territory

could double by 2040, in part driven by data centers

Lawmakers hear of rising demand in second hearing of three

By Nikoel Hytrek Capitol News Illinois

nhytrek@capitolnewsillinois.com

A House committee got an overview this week of how data centers are driving up energy demand and threatening potential shortfalls in the second of three planned hearings on the matter.

The fundamental issue is that data centers have created a sudden and massive spike in demand for electricity, and Illinois doesn’t yet have the supply to accommodate it.

“There is more demand pending in the customer connection queue than they traditionally had on the system, period. So that gives you some sense of the magnitude of the challenge that we’re facing,” Brian Granahan, director of the Illinois Power Agency, told the House Executive Committee.

Representatives from Ameren and Commonwealth Edison, Illinois’ major electric supply companies, said a majority, though not all, of the large load projects in their queues are data centers, and the expected demand will be significant.

“If all the projects in our pipeline come to be and they all reach their maximum, requested demand will more than double our system peak it took us 120 years to achieve, roughly by 2040,” said Max Leichtman, the director of economic and workforce development at ComEd.

However, he said that projected load will come online over time and likely be in place by 2040 or 2045.

“I think that’s important and valuable from the utilities planning perspective because it allows us to build in stages and evaluate,” Leichtman said.

Brad Tietz, Midwest director of state policy for the Data Center Coalition, said data centers are becoming more energy efficient because the technology is still developing.

State is taking some steps to increase supply

Because Illinois has struggled to get more electricity generation to the grid, Granahan said provisions from the 2025 Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act, or CRGA, will be crucial to support this new demand. That law gives the IPA more

authority to pursue generation.

“Then there’s a number of other initiatives from CRGA that either reduce demands, like energy efficiency programs or otherwise make better use of something like rooftop solar or virtual power plant program, and budget changes that allow us to have more latitude to pursue additional generation,” he said.

House Leader Robyn Gabel asked if the state has the tools to build more energy supply.

Granahan said that while IPA is assessing whether the deadline for closing gas and coal plants is viable. It’s also assessing the regulatory and legal barriers for new nuclear power following Gov. JB Pritzker’s executive order aimed at spurring nuclear development after CRGA ended a longstanding moratorium on new plant construction.

But any new supply options would take time to implement.

New wind and solar farms take roughly three to four years to come online after a contract is signed and the state is unlikely to invest in new natural gas production, Granahan said.

The CRGA also creates new “virtual power plant” programs. That program allows homes and businesses with solar panels or wind turbines to pool energy together, acting “virtually” like a power plant despite not physically existing as one. The idea is that the energy stored in residential and business batteries can be contributed to the grid during peak hours. Homes and businesses who contribute to the grid will be paid for their energy.

“The things that can be stood up more quickly tend to be more diffuse solutions,” he said. “And that’s why the virtual power plant program is really important because we can stand up these things at smaller scale and manage peak demand through something like rooftop solar coupled with onsite batteries.”

A key provision of the POWER Act, the main proposal for regulating data centers, is a requirement that data center companies invest in renewable energy to power their facilities.

According to advocates, the main incentive of that requirement is that those companies will be allowed to come online faster and potentially beat their competitors.

Data centers also have major monetary costs

Sarah Moskowitz, the executive director of Citizens Utility Board said the POWER Act’s requirement that data centers be put in their own rate class is another important cost-control measure.

“If the growth continues, we’re seeing estimates that in the next 24 years, the costs of serving these facilities could reach between $24 and $37 billion here in the state of Illinois for up to $70 a month in a typical bill,” she said.

To help mitigate costs for customers, Leichtman said ComEd designs rate structures so the customers with high demands are not charged with customers who have smaller demands.

In March, the Illinois Commerce Commission allowed ComEd to increase the amount of money it charges largeload project developers looking to pull from the state’s electric grid.

Eric Whitfield, the director of economic development for Ameren, said his company is looking to do something similar, though it already has some consumer protections.

“Large-load projects do not move forward unless detailed engineering reviews confirm the system can serve them safely,” he said. If a large customer needs new or upgraded infrastructure, Whitfield said, Ameren also requires them to pay for it.

A complicating factor when it comes to price is that Illinois is part of a network of regional transmission organizations, which sets the wholesale price of electricity.

“We have to look beyond Illinois, but we have to start with our policies here,” Rep. Ann Williams, D-Chicago, said. “The bottom line is the cost increase should be isolated to the cost causers. And so how to make that happen is the challenge.”

The final data center hearing, focused on water, will be on Wednesday, April 22.

Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to clarify Sarah Moskowitz’s role as the executive director of the Citizens Utility Board.

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New downtown library sculpture celebrated in Kortman Gallery ArtScene exhibit

From Kortman Gallery

At the entrance to the new downtown Rockford Public Library, stands a grouping of 17 abstract “lollipop” forms in subtle colors that represent humanities various skin tones. The sculpture called, “Carrying the Dream” commissioned by the Rockford Area Arts Council, celebrates racial equity and diversity.

An exhibition with the same title, inspired by the sculpture, opens in the Kortman Gallery on April 24th & 25th (ArtScene weekend) in the Kortman Gallery in downtown Rockford. “Carrying the Dream” exhibition features five of the

artists who were involved in the creation of the this public art project.

These five artists will present not only their conceptual proposals for the sculpture, but also their own works, which includes paintings by Nathan J. Taylor and Nancie King Mertz, sculptures, and mixed media works by Jeremy Klonicki, John Verl McNamara, and Tim Hawley.

Seven Rockford artists were invited to contribute to the project with each presenting concepts for the sculpture. As a collective, they chose a design and actually built and installed the work that now stands at the library entrance at Wyman and Mulberry. Those participating artists

include Nathan J. Taylor, Tim Hawley, Jeremy Klonicki, Nancie King Mertz, John Verl McNamara, R. Scott Long, and Betsy Youngquist.

“This should be a fascinating exhibit, since it was the public sculpture project that brought this artists from different disciplines together to create something significant for the community,” said Kortman Gallery director Doc Slafkosky.

“Patrons will be able to see how the sculpture evolved through visual concepts created by each of these artists, but also see works that these artists are individually known for.”

“Carrying the Dream” featuring

concepts and works by five artists will open with an artist’s receptions on Friday, April 24th from 5 to 9pm, and Saturday, April 25th from 4 to 8pm upstairs in the Kortman Gallery, 107 North Main Street in Downtown Rockford. The opening dates are part of the Spring ArtScene weekend. The exhibit will run through June 6th. J.R. Kortman Center for Design and Kortman Gallery are open Tuesday through Friday, 11am to 6pm and Saturdays, 11am to 5pm. The opening event and gallery are free and open to the public. For more information visit www. jrkortman.com or phone 815-968-0123.

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150,000 Illinois households may lose federal food assistance beginning May 1

By Jenna Schweikert

Capitol News Illinois

jschweikert@capitolnewsillinois.com

SPRINGFIELD — When the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” passed last July, millions of U.S. residents were put at risk of losing access to federal food assistance, including hundreds of thousands of Illinoisians.

Because of eligibility and work requirement changes President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as H.R. 1, made to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, certain groups of immigrants and some households without dependents have already lost, or are at risk of losing, access to their SNAP benefits this spring.

Among those at risk is Chicago resident Tatiana, a mother of three children aged 6, 3 and 1. She’s been on SNAP for about six years, since her first child, her son Jashua, was born. She requested to be identified by only her first name.

Tatiana briefly lost access to her SNAP benefits when her son was an infant and struggled before she was able to re-enter the program. Even now, balancing work and SNAP eligibility is a catch-22, she said.

“When I do start working, now I have to turn in my paychecks, and if I make too much, then I have to figure out if they’re going to cut me off or not because I’m making too much,” Tatiana said. But she has to work at least enough to afford necessities outside of food — things like child care and housing.

Currently, Tatiana receives about $975 a month from SNAP for her and her three children. The average grocery trip is a “very stressful” experience, and she doesn’t have much support outside of herself, she said.

And if she were to lose access to SNAP again? “I don’t know,” Tatiana said. “It’s stressful. … I’m more anxious now.”

Save our SNAP rally

H.R. 1’s new work requirements went into effect Feb. 1. Recipients who can’t meet the requirements can only receive up to three months of SNAP benefits in a three-year period. May will be the first month that some households will lose those benefits.

And as of April 1, the only immigrants who can receive SNAP benefits are lawful permanent residents, certain immigrants from Cuba and Haiti, and people living in the United States under a Compact

of Free Association, a work and trade agreement between the U.S. and The Marshall Islands, Micronesia and Palau. This removes eligibility from refugees, asylum-seekers, certain trafficking and domestic violence survivors, and other location-specific groups of immigrants.

Save our SNAP, a new Illinois-based coalition of more than 85 religious and social groups, food-assistance providers and health and human services organizations, rallied on Tuesday, April 14, at the Illinois Capitol to ask lawmakers to support three bills that would provide support to those who’ve lost access to their benefits.

“I know what this means because I’ve lived close to it. I’ve been on SNAP. I’ve watched my mother stretch meals for seven people,” Sen. Graciela Guzmán, D-Chicago, said at the rally. “SNAP was not abstract in my life. It was not a talking point. … I get to stand here as a senator because I had SNAP.”

Tatiana was one of hundreds who attended the rally, and she brought her three children with her from Chicago.

“It’s important to me,” she said of the initiative. “I feel like the goal was to be heard. … It’s very helpful to be able to go out there and rally.”

Nearly 1 million Illinois households received SNAP benefits in February 2026, down from just over 1 million in February 2025. According to the coalition, over 250,000 households are affected by the changes H.R. 1 made. And 150,000 of those have not yet submitted documentation of work, training, volunteering or exemption to keep their benefits, according to a news release from Gov. JB Pritzker. Recipients can check their status here.

“Too many of our neighbors are struggling to feed themselves and their families. Too many are having to make really impossible decisions about paying for shelter, paying for medicine, putting food on the table,” Kate Maehr, executive director and CEO of the Greater Chicago Food Depository, said at the rally. “We have to come here and lift our voice, because we cannot stand by.”

SNAP recipients looking for a way to earn hours and remain eligible can visit Job Ready Illinois to earn SNAP training hours or Serve.Illinois.gov to find volunteer hours. Additional work-related resources from the state are also available here.

Bills to offset lost benefits

“Not feeding people is a choice,” Guzmán said at the rally. “This is not about waste. This is not about fraud, and this is not about responsibility. This is about cruelty. This is about power.”

Guzmán is a sponsor on Senate Bills 3277, 3276 and 3167, the three bills that Save our SNAP is championing. The House versions have all missed the committee deadline, although that doesn’t mean they won’t come back later. The Senate bills are still being considered in committee. The measures call for funding but don’t provide funding sources, meaning lawmakers would have to separately allocate money in the budget process.

SB3277 would establish a program — Families Receiving Emergency Support for Hunger — that would give out one-time $600 payments to families who experienced a complete or partial loss of SNAP funding due to the new work requirements. That’s roughly equivalent to three months of the average SNAP benefit.

To address the other group of SNAP recipients at risk, SB3167 would extend eligibility of Illinois’s Victims of Trafficking, Torture and other Serious Crimes program to certain immigrants if they are not eligible for SNAP benefits due to H.R. 1’s new citizenship or immigration status requirements.

The trafficking victim program provides medical, housing, cash and food assistance to non-U.S. citizen victims of human trafficking and other serious crimes. In 2024, the law was narrowed to exclude certain visa seekers, asylum seekers, individuals and those in institutions that cover 50% or more of their daily meals.

Last, SB3276 would create a SNAP response working group to measure the impacts of H.R. 1 on Illinois recipients, gather data on the state’s error rate and issue a report to the General Assembly with recommendations on mitigating the effects of losing federal funding to the program.

“This marks the beginning of a unified statewide effort to ensure that no one in Illinois, the greatest state in this great country, has to worry about where their next meal is going to come from,” Maehr said. “We do this work not alone, not as a community organization in one neighborhood or as a food bank that serves one part of the state. We do this together as volunteers, as service providers, as advocates, as neighbors.”

Faculty at University of Illinois Springfield reach tentative agreement to end strike

By Ben Szalinski Capitol News Illinois

bszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com

SPRINGFIELD — Faculty at the University of Illinois Springfield ended a more than two-week strike on Monday after reaching an agreement with university administrators overnight.

Tenured and tenure-track faculty at UIS, one of three University of Illinois system institutions, went on strike on April 3 after failing to reach an agreement with UIS administrators over pay increases. The two parties came to an agreement after hours of negotiations on Sunday. Both sides declined to specify the terms of the agreement until after the UIS United Faculty union could ratify the agreement in the coming days.

“Our bargaining team made the difficult decision to suspend this strike because we do not want our students to lose further instructional time as they head into final exams and graduation,” Dathan Powell, the union president and UIS theater professor, said in a statement.

It appeared the strike would start having more substantial impacts on students if it continued into another week. The university sent an email to students on Friday announcing it was prepared to implement a plan this week to help students complete the semester if the strike continued.

The university said alternative plans would be made for students who were not able to complete their assignments because their professors were on strike. Not all classes at UIS were held up by the strike, however, as many professors are part of a different union.

The union indicated their decision to end the strike was more about ensuring students can complete their classes than any victory in bargaining meetings.

They claimed UIS Chancellor Janet Gooch “intentionally prolonged” the strike.

“We cannot let her jeopardize their education and futures any longer, so we have decided to bring the administration’s last offer to our membership for a vote,” Powell said, calling on Gooch to

resign her leadership role.

UIS said in a brief statement that it “looks forward to continuing to work together to fulfill its mission to provide a uniquely student-centered educational experience, both in and out of the classroom.”

A spokesperson for Gooch declined to comment. Gooch took over UIS in 2022.

Parties were still far apart

Both parties remained far apart on the size of salary increases as of Friday, according to the university’s website.

The union wanted a 2.6% increase in the current fiscal year and 6% over the next two years, costing $1.3 million.

UIS offered three options for increases, two of which begin with 1% raises that could increase under the University of Illinois system’s University Salary Program. They argued one-third of the union already makes six figures.

The union also wanted to raise the minimum starting pay for their unit to $64,500 from $55,000, which UIS

argued was not realistic given financial constraints on the university. The university offered to raise the minimum salary to $60,000.

UIS said in an email to students last month that it was running a $19 million deficit in the current fiscal year.

UIS accounts for 2% of all of the university system’s spending in the current fiscal year, according to the system’s budget documents. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign receives 44% and the University of Illinois Chicago 31% while the rest goes to the system’s administration and university’s hospital. UIS also receives only 3% of state funds allocated to the system.

State lawmakers have been debating a new higher education funding formula that would allocate a greater share of annual funding to lesser-funded schools like UIS. Institutions like the flagship campus that are more adequately funded would receive a lower percentage.

The system has continued to oppose the overhaul.

By Grant McCarty Contributor

As a continuation from last week, rhubarb remains one of the earliest spring vegetables in the Rockford area each year. With the warm weather and soil conditions we’ve experienced this spring, your harvest may be already underway. In fact, I had my first harvest in early April. This perennial plant produces annual stalks (petioles) that are harvested and cooked—remember, not the green leaves, which are toxic. Because of its tart flavor, rhubarb is often prepared with sugar or paired with fruits like strawberries. For new rhubarb plantings, consider starting with crowns or divisions. Crowns

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Growing rhubarb, continued

are commonly available at garden centers and are typically one year old, giving you a head start toward production. If planted this spring, you can plan for a light harvest in 2027. While you may occasionally see rhubarb seeds for sale, they are generally not recommended, as they delay harvest and can result in variable plant quality.

If you have access to an established planting, dividing a crown from a neighbor or family member can be a great option. Not only does this provide you with a free plant, but it can also help rejuvenate older rhubarb stands. However, with it now mid-April and soils warming quickly this year, the window for dividing

rhubarb is likely closing or already too late in many cases. Division is best done very early in the spring before significant growth begins. Attempting it now may increase plant stress and reduce success. For established rhubarb plants, applying aged manure or compost around the crown each spring remains a good practice. Rhubarb is a heavy feeder, so supplementing with a balanced fertilizer such as 10-10-10 can support strong growth, especially in older plantings or lighter soils. You may notice seed stalks forming, sometimes quite early in the season. These should be removed as soon as they appear, as they divert energy away from stalk production. It’s common for multi-

Earth Day in perspective

By Dr. Robert Vogl, Ph.D. Illinois Renewable Energy Association

Contributor

When our family moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1969 Sonia and I began working on our doctorates in environmental studies plans were already underway to hold an environmental teach-in addressing the need for social and political change to correct deteriorating environmental conditions within the United States. The Environmental Action for Survival (Enact) teach-in was held in March of 1969. Its theme was Give Earth a Chance and the event appealed to both students and much of the Ann Arbor community.

Students at the University of Michigan saw the environment as a serious concern that should be addressed and discussed with the public. They organized the first environmental teach-in in the country and a leading advocate of it was Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin who was encouraging students to organize similar events at their universities.

Walter Ruether President of the United Auto Workers union was a key supporter of the teach-in providing a grant to the event and encourage his workers to support the effort as well. A short time after the event he died in a small plane crash on his way to union conference center in Michigan.

Sonia and I attended numerous sessions at the teach-in. A few highlights for us included hearing Ralph Nadar challenging students in the audience to abandon their consumption of drinks in one way containers as proof of their commitment to environmental reforms. We hosted a biologist who was testifying at hearings seeking to ban the use of DDT as it was damaging the reproduction of eagles. The ban was successful and we continue to see Eagles flying along the Rock River corridor. Another successful legislative action was the creation of a bottle bill which placed a fee on containers to create an incentive to recycle them.

Sonia and I were promoting the need for a public education program to protect the environmental quality of the Great Lakes to the organizations in Chicago. We meet with Dr. Stanley Cain in Washington to discuss the idea when he was head of the Department of Interior. When the University of Michigan received a federal Sea Grant focused on the Great Lakes environment it included a newsletter. We were employed to write news articles describing the ongoing research projects. Environmental management of the Great Lakes remains a major effort.

In a class offered by Dr. Stanley Cain, after he left the Department of Interior, he described his involvement in the policy

decision that lead to the Santa Barbara Oil Spill. President Johnston requested a study to justify the sale of the right to drill for oil in the Pacific ocean to secure funds to support both the Vietnam War and the War on Poverty. Cain indicated that he and has staff recognized that the rock formations holding the oil in the ocean floor off the Santa Barbara coast was fragile and tapping in to it could result in a major oil spill. They also recognized that denying the oil to President would likely lead to their being fired and replaced with more cooperative experts. Cain asked his staff what they were willing to do.

Dr. Cain had a tenured position to return to at the University of Michigan but the staff he assembled had sold their homes to serve in Washington and had no guaranteed jobs waiting for them. The staff voted to approve the sale of the oil to industry but included a provision that required shut off valves on the wells to control the oil flow if needed.

When the oil spill occurred some wealthy people were upset with the spill and it lead them to support many of the new federal policies aimed at protecting the environment as they recognized that they too could be harmed.

Following the March event it was decided that similar events should be held across the county but under the title of

ple seed stalks to develop throughout the growing season, so continue removing them as needed.

Harvesting can be done weekly by gently twisting and pulling stalks from the base. Be sure to leave about one-third of the plant intact at each harvest to maintain vigor. Thinning out smaller stalks can also improve airflow and encourage larger stalks to develop. With this year’s early start, a typical 6–8 week harvest window would put the end of harvest around late May. It could be one of those years where things move a little faster, so keep an eye on your plants to address their needs. Grant is the Local Food and Smalls Farms Educator of the University of Illinois Extension.

Earth Day and be an annual event starting on April, 22, 1970. The event remains focused on protecting the environment addressing issues relevant to the local sponsors. In 1990 the event was expanded to include countries around the globe. With the arrival of the current U.S federal administration an effort has been implemented to cut back multiple government regulations and programs including those directed at environmental reforms, renewable energy and sustainable living. Environmental interests have used the courts to push back on federal actions weakening environmental reforms within the United states. In addition the global inflation and rising costs from the wars in the middle east and the Ukraine have adversely impacted government funds available for environmental reforms.

With Earth Day and Earth Week being celebrated now, it is important to attend and support such local efforts for environmental reforms. This year’s celebrations are directed at Solar and Wind Energy in contrast to the current stress on stressing the pursuit of fossil fuels. It remains important to remember that we and other life forms have evolved within a planet designed to support existing lives.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

You are hereby notified that the Zoning Board of Appeals of Winnebago County, Illinois, will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:30 P.M., in Room 303, of the Winnebago County Administration Building, 404 Elm Street, Rockford, IL 61101 with regard to site approval for a 5 MW commercial solar energy facility (aka a solar farm) on a 27.58 +- acre site (zoning lot), zoned AG, Agricultural Priority District, pursuant to the procedures set forth in Section 17.3 of Article 17 (Commercial Wind/Solar Energy Facilities), Chapter 90 (Unified Development Ordinance), of the Winnebago County Code, adopted on July 25, 2024 in accordance with the Illinois Counties Code, 55 ILCS 5/5-12020, requested by Pivot Energy IL 10 LLC (1601 Wewatta Street, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80202), lessee of site, represented by William “Buzz” Becker, Senior Director of Development - employed by Requester / Applicant (1601 Wewatta Street, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80202), whose member is Elk Development Borrower LLC (1601 Wewatta Street, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80202) which is managed by Thomas Hunt, Amy Nupen and Bret Labadie (all with an address of: 1601 Wewatta Street, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80202) and which Thomas Hunt (1601 Wewatta Street, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80202) is also the CEO of Pivot Energy and is an authorized representative of all the aforementioned companies, for the property -owned by Bradley and Peggy Long (4938 Tate Road, Rockford, IL 61101)- that is commonly known as 6141 Kilburn Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101 (aka PIN: 07-31-426-013 and 6227 Kilburn Avenue) in Owen Township and specifically legally described as: Part Of The Southeast Quarter (1/4) Of Section 31, Township 45 North, Range 1 East Of The Third Principal Meridian, Bounded And Described As Follows To-Wit: Beginning At The Southwest Corner Of The Premises Recorded As Microfilm Number 76151038 In The Recorder’s Office Of Winnebago County, Illinois, Said Point Being In The Centerline Of State Bond Issue Route No. 70 (Trask Bridge Road) Which Runs Northwesterly And Southeasterly Through Said Quarter (1/4) Section, Which Point Is A Distance Of 753.13 Feet Northwesterly, As Measured Along Said Center Line From The Point Of Intersection Of Said Centerline With The East Line Of Said Section; Thence North 0 Degrees 30’10” East Along The West Line Of Said Premises Recorded As Microfilm Number 76-15-1038, A Distance Of 184.33 Feet To The Northwest Corner Of Said Premises; Thence Continuing North 0 Degrees 30’ 10” East Parallel With The East Line Of Said Section A Distance Of 323.80 Feet; Thence South 89 Degrees, 29’ 51” East A Distance Of 181.53 Feet; Thence North 0 Degrees 49’ 08” East A Distance Of 353.21 Feet To The Southwest Corner Of The Premises Recorded As Microfilm Number 8740-1378 In Said Recorder’s Office; Thence, North 0 Degrees 30’ 10” East Along The West Of Said Premises Recorded as Microfilm Number 87-40-1378, A Distance Of 607.00 Feet To The Northwest Corner Of Said Premises; Thence North 89 Degrees 29’ 50” West A

Distance Of 1108.56 Feet To A Point, Said Point Being A Distance Of 1077.59 Feet East Of The West Line Of Said Quarter (1/4) Section, As Measured Along A Line Parallel With The North Line Of Said Quarter (1/4) Said Point Also Being A Distance Of 622.73 Feet South Of The North Line Of Said Quarter (1/4) Section As Measured Parallel To The West Line Of Said Quarter (1/4) Section; Thence South 0 Degrees 20’ 18” West Parallel With The West Line Of Said Quarter (1/4) Section, A Distance Of 882.05 Feet To The Center Line State Bond Issue Route No. 70 (Trask Bridge Road); Thence South 57 Degrees 02’ 19” East Along The Center Line Of Said Road A Distance Of 1093.36 Feet To The Place Of Beginning; Excepting That Portion Conveyed To The State Of Illinois By Trustee’s Deed Recorded June 24 2002 As Document No. 0244637; Situated In The County Of Winnebago And State Of Illinois.

All those interested in said siting approval request may review associated files at the Winnebago County Community Development Department (CD), located in the Winnebago County Administration Building, 404 Elm Street, Room 403, Rockford, IL 61101, and/or may attend and be heard at the stated time and place. A qualified person with a disability, who needs an interpreter or other special accommodations in order to attend or participate in a public meeting, should contact Lori Gummow, County Clerk, by telephone: 815/319-4250 no less than three (3) business days prior to the meeting, or by mail at, Winnebago County Administration Building, c/o Lori Gummow, County Clerk/Secretary, 404 Elm Street, Rockford, IL 61101. Brian Erickson, Chairman Winnebago County Zoning Board of Appeals 27197R TRRT 4/22 n n n NOTICE

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS that on the 12th day of May, 2026, at 6:25 p.m., the Board of Trustees for the Village of New Milford, Illinois, shall convene at the Village Hall, 6771 - 11th Street, Rockford, Illinois, to conduct a public hearing on the Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and the Appropriation Ordinance for 2026-2027. Said Appropriation Ordinance is available for public inspection at the Village of New Milford Village Hall.

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KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS that on the 5th day of May, 2026 at the hour of 4:30 p.m., the West Suburban Fire Protection District will convene and shall conduct a public hearing to receive and take comments from the public, if any, regarding the proposed 2026 – 2027 Appropriation Ordinance. Said proposed Appropriation Ordinance is posted at the West Suburban Fire Protection District’s Office located at 3816 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61109. The public hearing referenced above will also take place at the above address.

All interested parties are urged to attend.

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Description (including VIN, serial or model no.) 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe, VIN# 1GNLC2E06CR306457

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This property was seized by law enforcement authorities on 10/29/2025, at the location of 18TH Street/Harrison Ave. Winnebago County, IL. This property has been determined to be subject to forfeiture under the provisions of the Controlled Substances Act or the Cannabis Control Act for one of more reasons as stated above.

SUMMARY OF PROCEDURAL RIGHTS

If you have an ownership in any item listed above, any interest you may have may be forfeited unless you file a verified claim for the return of the property with the Drug Asset Forfeiture Unit of the Winnebago County State’s Attorney whose address is 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, setting forth your interest in the property and the reasons why your interest is not subject to forfeiture. You have forty-five days from receipt of this notice to file the verified claim with the State’s Attorney. If you fail to file the claim within 45 days of receipt of this notice, any interest you may have in the property will be forfeited to the State of Illinois;

This notice is published at the direction of the Winnebago County State’s Attorney’s Office - Civil Bureau, 400 W. State St., Suite 804, Rockford, IL, Phone: (815) 319-4799. SIGNED: LAFAKERIA REUTER CHIEF of the CIVIL BUREAU, On behalf of, J. HANLEY STATE’S ATTORNEY Dated: 04/02/2026 27176R TRRT 4/22 n n n SEIZING AGENCY CASE No. WB26-002349 NOTICE OF PENDING FORFEITURE TO: Ronnie Williams, 823 13th St. Rockford, IL 61104 hereby known as claimant.

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT FORFEITURE PROCEEDINGS ARE NOW PENDING AGAINST THE THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY: 2010 Ford Focus, VIN# 1FAHP3FN8AW173546 (Value $2,345.00) Reason(s): (1) If a conveyance, including a motor vehicle, aircraft, or vessel was seized, that the conveyance was used or intended for use, to transport or in any manner to facilitate the transportation, sale, receipt, possession, or concealment of cannabis or controlled substances which have been produced, manufactured, delivered, or possessed in felony violation of the Cannabis Control Act or any violation of the Controlled Substances Act. (5) If a substance containing cannabis or a controlled substance was seized, that the substance was produced, manufactured, delivered, distributed, dispensed, or possessed in violation of the Cannabis Control Act or the Controlled Substances Act.

This property was seized by law enforcement authorities on 2/16/2026, at the location of 1420 s. Pierpont Ave., Winnebago County, IL. This property has been determined to be subject to forfeiture under the provisions of the Controlled Substances Act or the Cannabis Control Act for one of more reasons as stated above.

SUMMARY OF PROCEDURAL RIGHTS

SIGNED: LAFAKERIA REUTER CHIEF of the CIVIL BUREAU, On behalf of, J. HANLEY STATE’S ATTORNEY

Dated: 04/07/2026 27204R TRRT 4/29

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTYROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF THE RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST X-A Plaintiff, v. DIANA J. COLES; WINNEBAGO COUNTY; UNKNOWN OWNERS GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. No. 2026-FC-0000121 Property Address: 12988 John Dr. Rockton, IL 61072 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to the following: UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Generally. Notice is hereby given to Defendants in the above-entitled suit that the above-named Plaintiff has filed its Complaint in said Court for Foreclosure pursuant to the mortgage foreclosure laws of the State of Illinois, of the lands and premises in the Complaint situated in Winnebago County, State of Illinois: LOT 1 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF SHANNON ACRES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 46 NORTH, RANGE 2, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 36 OF PLATS ON PAGE 99A IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, IL. SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

PIN: 04-19-326-001

Common address: 12988 John Dr. Rockton, IL 61072 that summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that said suit is now pending. The said Complaint is for the foreclosure of the mortgage. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your appearance in the said suit in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court Winnebago County,

Illinois, on or before May 8, 2026, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. Stephen G. Daday (3127015) Julie A. Repple (6296271) Lavelle Law, LTD 1933 North Meacham Road, Suite 600 Schaumburg, IL 60173 847-705-7555 847-705-9960 (fax) lavellenotices@lavellelaw.com sdaday@lavellelaw.com jrepple@lavellelaw.com I3284647

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MidFirst Bank Plaintiff, -v.Maria Fernanda Monzon; Otto R. Monzon; Richard Monzon; The Red Oak Estates of Rockford Homeowners Association, Inc. Defendants. 2025-FC-0000309 7038 Perrietta Lane, Rockford, IL 61107 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/15/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on 5/4/2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on May 6, 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 THIRTY-SEVEN (37) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF RED OAK ESTATES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED JANUARY 3, 1980 IN BOOK 36 OF PLATS ON PAGES 148 AND 148A AS DOCUMENT NO. 1511059 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS.. Commonly known as 7038 Perrietta Lane, Rockford, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-14303-017

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: MDK Legal (312) 651-6700 please refer to file number 25016024. 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. 25-016024 Case Number: 2025-FC-0000309 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. I3284936 P27172R TRRT 4/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO In the Matter of the Estate of ROBERT L. CARLSON, deceased No. 2026-PR-77

CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of ROBERT L. CARLSON, of Rockford, Illinois on February 21, 2026 Letters of office were issued on, April 2, 2026, to RONALD L. CARLSON, 5814 Blackhawk Rd., Rockford, IL 61109 and CONSTANCE L HOLMES, 1316 Banks St. Rockford, IL 61102, as independent co-executors, whose attorney is TOBIN, RAMON & BARBER, 530 South State Street; Suite 200, Belvidere, IL 61008-3711. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under 5/28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4), an 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 in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk -Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, at 400 W. State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the representative, or both, on or before October 15, 2026, which date is not less than six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, 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 any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

DATED: April 7, 2026

Ronald L. Carlson Independent co-Executor Constance L. Holmes Independent co-Executor Tobin, Ramon & Barber Lois Cannell Ramon ARDC: 2280434

Attorneys for Petitioner 530 South State Street; Suite 200 Belvidere, IL 61008-3711 (815) 544-0316 lois@tobinramon.com 27210R TRRT 4/29

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: LAWRENCE W. WHERLEY, Deceased. CASE NO. 2026 PR 83 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of LAWRENCE W. WHERLEY. Letters of Office were issued on April 9, 2026, to Lynette E. Wherley, 5450 Wil Acre Drive, Loves Park, IL 61111, who is the Executor of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Gerald B. Shelton Jr., 124 North Water Street, Suite 208, Rockford, IL 61107.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 23, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three months (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 ClerkProbate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, IL, 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 her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: 4/10/26

Lynette E. Wherley, Executor GERALD B. SHELTON JR. - 3124476

Attorney at Law

124 N. Water St., Suite 208 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 968-5761

email: kalshellaw@aol.com 27211R TRRT 4/29

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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 insurance business in said County and State under the name of Berlin Insurance Agency at the following post office addresses: 6935 11th St., Ste. 7, New Milford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: John David Berlin

SIGNED: John David Berlin 4/6/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 6th day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 27212R TRRT 4/29

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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 transportation business in said County and State under the name of Secured Xpress Transportation LLC at the following post office addresses: 1643 N. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Kimari Nichole Robinson

SIGNED: Kimari Nichole Robinson 3/23/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 23rd day of March, A.D. 2026.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 27213R TRRT 4/29

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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 windows and gutters cleaning business in said County and State under the name of Edwin’s Cleaning and More at the

following post office addresses: 406 Royal Ave., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Felix Edwin Rosa Torres SIGNED: Felix Edwin Rosa Torres 4/9/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 9th day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27214R TRRT 4/29 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 online transcription business in said County and State under the name of Dragonfly Scribe at the following post office addresses: 3012 Pelham Rd., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Annie M. Roca

SIGNED: Annie M. Roca 4/9/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 9th day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Mary McRae, Deputy Clerk 27215R TRRT 4/29 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 retail and online sales of clothing, apparel and accessories business in said County and State under the name of SVNT Legacy Co. at the following post office addresses: 2205 S. Perryville Rd., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Elisha Guy Ford Sr.

SIGNED: Elisha Guy Ford Sr. 4/8/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Mary McRae, Deputy Clerk 27216R TRRT 4/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS In the Matter of the Petition of CORTNEY FAIR and JUSTIN FAIR, Petitioners, To Adopt KYLE JAMES MYERS, a minor, and KYLE MYERS, SR., Respondent. Case No. 2025-AD-187 PUBLICATION NOTICE To: KYLE MYERS SR., AND ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Take notice a Petition for Adoption was filed in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, 17th Judicial Circuit, for the adoption of a child named Kyle James Myers, and that in Courtroom 216, on the 15th day of May 2026, at the hour of 8:30 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, Kyle Myers Sr., and All Whom It May Concern, 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 3rd day of April, 2026. Thomas Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court 27187R TRRT 4/22

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WinnebagoRockford, ILLINOIS

U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF CVF III MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST II Plaintiff

vs. KATHARINE MARIE BARRETT

A/K/A KATHARINE BARRETT

A/K/A KATHERINE BARRETT

A/K/A KATHARINE YANEZ, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 24 FC 165 CALENDAR NOTICE OF SALE

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 18.5 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, Altman, Strautins & Kromm, LLC

d/b/a Kluever Law Group, 200 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1880, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 2360077. SFL000052-24FC1 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

intercountyjudicialsales.com

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS

BMO BANK N.A. Plaintiff, -v.AMY SILVESTRI, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF BARBARA J

JACKSON, DECEASED, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BARBARA J JACKSON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, ADAM JACKSON, DAVID S JACKSON A/K/A DAVID SEAN JACKSON

Defendant 2025-FC-0000278

NOTICE OF SALE

Commonly known as 315 BREMER STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61104

Property Index No. 11-26159-024

The real estate is improved with a gray vinyl siding, single family home.

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.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT

PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 333 West Wacker Drive, Suite 1820, Chicago, IL, 60606. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. 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.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC

333 West Wacker Drive, Suite 1820 Chicago IL, 60606 312-346-9088

E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com

Attorney File No. 2521945IL_1265251

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000278

TJSC#: 46-469

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-0000278

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS SERVION INC.

Plaintiff, -v.-

THOMAS CARL CANNELL et al

Defendant 2025-FC-0000373 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 12, 2026, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 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: THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACT TO WIT: PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT: BEGINNING ON THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF RIVER LANE AS SHOWN UPON THE PLAT OF ALLEN AND MYERS FIRST GARDEN PLAIN SUBDIVISION, PRODUCED EASTERLY, AT A POINT 511 FEET EAST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 64 OF SAID PLAT; THENCE SOUTHERLY, PARALLEL WITH THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION, 574.8 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE NORTHERLY LINE OF LAWN STREET AS SHOWN UPON SAID PLAT PRODUCED EASTERLY; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID NORTHERLY LINE OF LAWN STREET, SO PRODUCED, 79 FEET THENCE NORTHERLY, PARALLEL WITH THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION, 574.8 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF RIVER LAND PRODUCED, AS AFORESAID; THENCE WESTERLY ALONG SAID LAST MENTIONED LINE, 79 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, SITUATED IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 808 LAWN DRIVE, LOVES PARK, IL 61111 Property Index No. 12-07127-015

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.

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. 14-25-05904

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000373

TJSC#: 46-420

Case # 2025-FC-0000373 I3285232

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION, STATE OF ILLINOIS In the Matter of the Estate of SONYA BOWARCHUK, Deceased.

Case # 2026-PR-0000080 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of SONYA BOWARCHUK of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of Office as Independent Representative were issued on April 6, 2026, to Andrew J. Mertzenich of 1 Court Place, Suite 404, Rockford IL 61101-1088, who is the legal representative of the Estate, whose Attorney is the Law Office of Andrew J. Mertzenich, a Limited Liability Company, One Court Place, Suite 404, Rockford IL 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 15, 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 5/18-3 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. When a claim is filed with the representative but not with the Court, the representative may file the claim with the Court but has no duty to do so. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and their attorney within ten (10) days after said claim has been filed. Dated: Friday, April 10, 2026, Andrew J. Mertzenich (ARDC # 6330124) Attorney at Law. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION, STATE OF ILLINOIS In the Matter of the Estate of SONYA BOWARCHUK, Deceased. Case # 2026-PR-0000080. SPECIAL NOTICE TO THE HEIRS OF SONYA BOWARCHUK NOTICE is given to UNKNOWN HEIRS OF SONYA BOWARCHUK., whose post office address was not included in the Petition, and who is named in the Petition as heir and/or legatee to the Estate of SONYA BOWARCHUK of Roscoe, Illinois. The Court entered an order on April 6, 2026 issuing Letters of Office as Independent Representative to to Andrew J. Mertzenich of 1 Court Place, Suite 404, Rockford IL 61101-1088, whose Attorney is Andrew J. Mertzenich of the Law Office of Andrew J. Mertzenich, a Limited Liability Company, One Court Place, Suite 404, Rockford IL 61101. Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission, any heir or legatee may file a petition with the Court to require proof of the will by testimony of the witnesses to the will in open court or other evidence, as provided in Section 6-21 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/6-21). You also have the right under Section 8-1 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/81) to contest the validity of the will by filing a petition with the Court within 6 months after admission of the will to probate. Copies of the

Petition and Order may be found with the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois,. This Notice if provided pursuant to Order of the Court allowing service by publication. Dated: Friday, April 10, 2026, Andrew J. Mertzenich (ARDC # 6330124) Attorney at Law. 27205R TRRT 4/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION, STATE OF ILLINOIS In the Matter of the Estate of Kelly Marie Schuenemann, Deceased. Case # 2026-PR-0000031 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of Kelly Marie Schuenemann of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of Office as Independent Representative were issued on 03/12/2026, to Ashley Taylor of 823 W. Empire St., Freeport, IL 61032, who is the legal representative of the Estate, whose Attorney is Andrew J. Mertzenich of the Law Office of Andrew J. Mertzenich, a Limited Liability Company, One Court Place, Suite 404, Rockford IL 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 15, 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 5/18-3 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. When a claim is filed with the representative but not with the Court, the representative may file the claim with the Court but has no duty to do so. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and their attorney within ten (10) days after said claim has been filed. Dated: Friday, April 10, 2026, Andrew J. Mertzenich (ARDC # 6330124) Attorney at Law. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION, STATE OF ILLINOIS In the Matter of the Estate of Kelly Marie Schuenemann, Deceased. Case # 2026-PR-0000031. SPECIAL NOTICE TO Skyleigh Scheunemann and Hazel Schuenemann.

NOTICE is given to Skyleigh Scheunemann and Hazel Schuenemann, whose post office addresses were not included in the Petition, and who are named in the Petition as heirs and/or legatees to the Estate of Kelly Marie Schuenemann of Roscoe, Illinois. The Court entered an order on 03/12/2026 issuing Letters of Office as Independent Representative to to Ashley Taylor of 823 W. Empire St., Freeport, IL 61032, whose Attorney is Andrew J. Mertzenich of the Law Office of Andrew J. Mertzenich, a Limited Liability Company, One Court Place, Suite 404, Rockford IL 61101. Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission, any heir or legatee may file a petition with the Court to require proof of the will by testimony of the witnesses to the will in open court or other evidence, as provided in Section 6-21 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/6-21). You also have the right under Section 8-1 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/8-1) to contest

the validity of the will by filing a petition with the Court within 6 months after admission of the will to probate. Copies of the Petition and Order may be found with the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois,. This Notice if provided pursuant to Order of the Court allowing service by publication.

Dated: Friday, April 10, 2026, Andrew J. Mertzenich (ARDC # 6330124) Attorney at Law.

27206R TRRT 4/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION, STATE OF ILLINOIS In the Matter of the Estate of MELVIN JOHNSON, Deceased. Case # 2026-PR-0000081 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of MELVIN JOHNSON, JR. of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of Office as Independent Representative were issued on April 6, 2026, to SHANE JOHNSON, who is the legal representative of the Estate, whose Attorney is Andrew J. Mertzenich of the Law Office of Andrew J. Mertzenich, a Limited Liability Company, One Court Place, Suite 404, Rockford IL 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 15, 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 5/18-3 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. When a claim is filed with the representative but not with the Court, the representative may file the claim with the Court but has no duty to do so. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and their attorney within ten (10) days after said claim has been filed. Dated: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Andrew J. Mertzenich (ARDC # 6330124) Attorney at Law. 27207R TRRT 4/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of: ROBERT L. FORSS, Deceased. No. 2025-PR-0000315 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of ROBERT L. FORSS. Letters of Office were issued on March 23, 2026, to Marguerite C. Forss of 4802 Crested Butte Trail, Rockford, Illinois 61114, who is the Independent Administrator of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is James M. DiVerde, Jr., of JMDJR Law, 555 S. Perryville Road, Suite 230, Rockford, Illinois 61108. Any claims against the Estate may be filed on or before October 15, 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

Clerk-Probate 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 attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

DATED: April 8, 2026

Marguerite C. Forss, Independent Administrator Attorney James M. DiVerde, Jr.ARDC# 6312675

JMDJR Law 555 S. Perryville Road, Suite 230 Rockford, Illinois 61108 (815) 785-8855 jim@jmdjr-law.com

Attorneys for the Estate of ROBERT L. FORSS, Deceased 27208R TRRT 4/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of SUSAN C. LEIFHEIT, Deceased. CASE NO. 2026 PR 72 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of Susan C. Leifheit of Loves Park, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on March 31, 2026, to Miles O. Kaufenberg, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is James P. Hursh.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 15, 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 of 1975, 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, Room 425, 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 the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: April 7, 2026.

JAMES P. HURSH, Attorney James P. Hursh #6230997 Guyer & Enichen, P.C. Attorneys for the Estate 2601 Reid Farm Road, Suite B Rockford, Illinois 61114 (815) 636-9600

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Rock River Times. April 22, 2026

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

WINNEBAGO COUNTYROCKFORD, ILLINOIS

First Mid Bank & Trust, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Matthew Willard; Amy Willard; Coastal Community Bank; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Marvin Willard; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Amy L. Silvestri, as Special Representative for Marvin D. Willard (deceased) DEFENDANTS No. 2026-FC-0000128

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Marvin Willard

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: 1221 Theodore St Loves Park, IL 61111 and which said Mortgage was made by:

Marvin D Willard the Mortgagor(s), to Blackhawk Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 2021012483; 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 May 22, 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. 14-26-01615

NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector. I3285610 P27217R TRRT 5/6 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. OCTAVIOUS HUDSON A/K/A OCTAVIOUS L HUDSON; ANTHONY BROWN; FOUR RIVERS SANITATION AUTHORITY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. NO. 2026-FC-0000078 2906 FOLIAGE LANE ROCKFORD, IL 61109 JUDGE PRESIDING JUDGE NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO YOU, Octavious Hudson a/k/a Octavious L Hudson

Anthony Brown

Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows,

to wit: LOT ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY-ONE (171) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 7 OF PINE MANOR SUBDIVISION PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, RECORDED IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN BOOK 36 OF PLATS ON PAGE 1-A; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

Commonly known as: 2906 Foliage Lane Rockford, IL 61109 and which said Mortgage was made by, Octavious Hudson a/k/a Octavious L Hudson Mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Co., a subsidiary of National City Bank N/K/A PNC Bank, National Association Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0407690; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case, on or before May 22, 2026, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT.

You have been sued. To participate in the case, you MUST file an official document with the court within the time stated on this Notice called an “Appearance” and a document called an “Answer/ Response”. The Answer/Response is not required in small claims or eviction cases unless ordered by the court. If you do not file an Appearance and Answer/Response on time, the court may decide the case without hearing from you, and you could be held in default and lose the case. After you fill out the necessary documents, you need to electronically file (e-file) them with the court. To e-file, you must create an account with an e-filing service provider. For more information, go to ilcourts.info/ efiling. If you cannot e-file, you can get an exemption that allows you to file in-person or by mail. You may be charged filing fees, but if you cannot pay them, you can file an Application for Waiver of Court Fees. It is possible that the court will allow you to attend the first court date in this case in-person or remotely by video or phone. Contact the Circuit Court Clerk’s office or visit the Court’s website to find out whether this is possible and, if so, how to do this. Need help? Call or text Illinois Court Help at 833-411-1121 or go to ilcourthelp. gov for information about going to court, including how to fill out and file documents. You can also get free legal information and legal referrals at illinoislegalaid.org.

All documents referred to in this Notice can be found at ilcourts. info/forms. Other documents may be available from your local Circuit Court Clerk’s office or website. ¿Necesita ayuda? Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto a Illinois Court Help al 833-411- 1121, o visite ilcourthelp.gov para obtener información sobre los casos de la corte y cómo completar y presentar formularios.

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP

Attorney for Plaintiff

333 W Wacker Drive, Suite 1820 Chicago, IL 60606-1220

Ph. (312) 346-9088

File No. 24-17326IL-1410709

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

In the Matter of the Estate of:

JANIS G. WARREN, Deceased. Case No. 2026-PR-52

CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of JANIS G. WARREN. Letters of Office were issued on the 30th of March, 2026 to Terra Trenton, 1921 17th Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61104, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is GEORGE P. HAMPILOS, of Hampilos & Associates, Ltd., 6838 East State Street, Suite 302, Rockford, Illinois 61108.

Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before October 22, 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 61101, or with the Estate’s legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate’s legal representative and to their attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated: April 20, 2026

By: /s/ George P. Hampilos

George P. Hampilos, Esq.

Prepared by:

George P. Hampilos –ARDC #6210622

HAMPILOS & ASSOCIATES, LTD. 6838 East State Street, Suite 302 Rockford, IL 61108

Telephone: 815-962-0044

Facsimile: 815-962-6250

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TAX DEED NO. 2026TX89 FILED 4/3/2026

Andrews 1907 LLC

803 N. Church St. Rockford, IL 61103

Theodore Liebovich, Trustee 415 S. Mulford Rd., Ste. 102 Rockford, IL 61108

Rusty Dufoe

Trustee of the Clayton Andrews 1989 Trust 2007 Guilford Rd. Rockford, IL 61107

Martha T. Andrews

Trustee of the Clayton Andrews 1989 Trust, Managing Member of the Andrews 1907, LLC

803 N. Church St. Rockford, IL 61103

UNKNOWN OWNERS OR PARTIES INTERESTED, GENERALLY TAKE NOTICE

County of Winnebago

Date Premises Sold: November 7, 2023

Certificate No. 202200773

Sold of General Taxes of (year) 2022 Sold for Special Assessment of (municipality) N/A and Special Assessment Number N/A

Warrant No. N/A Inst. No. N/A THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES

Tax Code No. 11-17-401-002

This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on September 30, 2026.

The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming.

This Notice is also to advise you that a Petition has been filed for a Tax Deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before September 30, 2026.

This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County in Rockford, Illinois, on October 23, 2026 at 9:30, a.m. in Courtroom 412.

You may be present at this hearing, but your right to redeem will already have expired at that time.

YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY

Redemption can be made at any time on or before September 30, 2026, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois, at the County Courthouse in Rockford, Illinois.

For further information contact the County Clerk.

JOHN F. POWELL and MONA N. POWELL, Purchasers

By: /s/ G. Michael Scheurich

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TAX DEED NO. 2026TX90 FILED 4/3/2026

Richard H. Owens aka Dick Owens 1224 LaBelle Ave. Rockford, IL 61101

Wendy G. Sabin

Executor of the Estate of Richard Owens

330 N. Chicago Ave. Rockford, IL 61107

Northwest Bank of Rockford 3106 N. Rockton P.O. Box 1060 Rockford, IL 61101

Occupants 1224 LaBelle Ave. Rockford, IL 61101

UNKNOWN OWNERS OR PARTIES INTERESTED, GENERALLY TAKE NOTICE

County of Winnebago Date Premises Sold: November 7, 2023

Certificate No. 202200751

Sold of General Taxes of (year) 2022 Sold for Special Assessment of (municipality) N/A and Special Assessment Number N/A

Warrant No. N/A Inst. No. N/A THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES

Property located at 1224 LaBelle Ave., Rockford, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No.: Lot Seventy-seven (77) as designated upon the Plat of Johnson Heights of a part of the N. East ¼ of Sec. 17-44-1, the Plat of which is recorded in Book 19 of Plats on page 67 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County. Tax Code No. 11-17-253-012

Property located at XXXX Springfield Ave., Rockford, IL

Legal Description or Permanent Index No.:

COMM NW

tures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming.

This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County in Rockford, Illinois, on October 23, 2026 at 9:30, a.m. in Courtroom 412.

You may be present at this hearing, but your right to redeem will already have expired at that time.

YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY

Redemption can be made at any time on or before September 30, 2026, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois, at the County Courthouse in Rockford, Illinois.

For further information contact the County Clerk. JOHN F. POWELL and MONA N. POWELL, Purchasers

By: /s/ G. Michael Scheurich G. Michael Scheurich, Their Attorney 27224R TRRT 5/6 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, Plaintiff, VS. ROBERT ZIMMERMAN, LISA I. PERCORARO, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OTHERS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, Defendants. CASE NO. 2026 FC 153 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THE REQUISITE Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to Unknown Others, Non record Claimants and Unknown Tenants, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, against you praying for a foreclosure of a mortgage upon the following property:

Lot Two (2) in Block Six (6) as designated upon the Plat of Adams Addition to South Beloit, which Plat is recorded in Book 8 of Plats on Page 24 the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as: 205 Miller Street South Beloit, Illinois 61080 Property Code: 006B 311 P.I.N. Number: 04-06-256-002 And for other relief, that the action was filed on or about April 15, 2026, that Summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is still pending. The record titleholder of the real estate is Robert Zimmerman & Lisa I. Percoraro. An identification of the mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows:

Mortgagor – Robert Zimmerman & Lisa I. Percoraro

Mortgagee – Northwest Bank of Rockford

Date of Mortgage – May 15, 2015

the first publication of this notice, default may be entered against you at any time after that date and a judgment may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint. Dated at Rockford, IL on the 15th day of April, 2026 Thomas Klien Clerk of the Circuit Court Winnebago County, Illinois Plaintiff’s Attorney Timothy F. Horning MEYER & HORNING, P.C. 631 N. Longwood Street, Suite 101 Rockford, IL 61107

815/636-9300

27225R TRRT 5/6 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN THE ESTATE OF: June Marlene Hall aka June M. Hall aka Marlene Hall, Deceased. Case No. 2026 PR 75 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of June Marlene Hall aka June M. Hall aka Marlene Hall Letters of Office were issued on April 1, 2026, to Cathy A. Skelnik, 635 Queens Court, Rockton, Illinois, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Amy L. Silvestri of Silvestri Law Office, 2208 Charles Street, Rockford, Illinois 61104. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 22, 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 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 61101, or with the estate’s 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 her attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Dated: April 22, 2026

Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the estate’s 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 her attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Dated: April 22, 2026

Cathy A. Skelnik, Administrator Amy L. Silvestri ARDC#06210065

Silvestri Law Office

Attorney for the Representative 2208 Charles Street Rockford, Illinois 61104 (815) 227-0700 amy@silvestri-law.com

27227R TRRT 5/6 n n n NOTICE OF PUBLIC SELF STORAGE AUCTION

Notice is hereby given that Boxed Up Self Storage, or its Affiliates, on behalf of the Owner of the facilities indicated below, intends to hold its public sale to satisfy a lien by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below for cash on May 6, 2026 at approximately 7pm CST. Boxed Up Self Storage –Rockford

2685 Sandhutton Ave, Rockford, IL 61109-1788

Unit # - Tenant #711 – Wisdom, Eugene; #507 – Peyton, Cara; #125 – Minnick, Todd; #118 – Parks, Daniel; #156 – Barry, Jasmine. Boxed Up Self Storage –Loves Park

1511 E Riverside Blvd, Loves Park, IL 61111

Unit # - Tenant #127 – Rayner, Sophia. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. See website for terms and conditions. Units will be available for viewing prior to the sale on www.storagetreasures.com.

A buyer’s premium up to 15%, and a cleaning deposit will be charged per unit. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at Boxed Up Operations Center located at 1511 E Riverside Blvd, Loves Park, IL 61111 to complete the transaction. Boxed Up Self Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property. All sales are final.

6838 East State Street, Suite 302 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 962-0044

Georgehamp@aol.com

27222R TRRT 5/6 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS In the Matter of: ROBERT D. LATHAM Decedent.

2026-PR-0000071

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATIONWILL AND CLAIMS

NOTICE is given of the death of Robert D. Latham on February 11, 2026. Letters of Office were issued on April 1, 2026, to Lisa R. lvansco who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Attorney Charles G. Popp, P.C., 205 Cadillac Court #4, Belvidere, Illinois.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 30, 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, Illinois 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

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This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on September 30, 2026. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfei-

Date of Recording – May 20, 2015 County of Recording – Winnebago. Recording Document – 20151015065

NOW THEREFORE, unless you Unknown Others, Non Record Claimants and Unknown Tenants, the said Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, 400 W. State Street Rockford, Illinois 61102 on or before June 22, 2026, which is at least 30 days after the date of

Cathy A. Skelnik, Administrator Amy L. Silvestri ARDC#06210065 Silvestri Law Office Attorney for the Representative 2208 Charles Street Rockford, Illinois 61104 (815) 227-0700 amy@silvestri-law.com 27226R TRRT 5/6 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN THE ESTATE OF: ELAINE ALSHANSKI, Deceased. Case No. 2026 PR 76 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of Elaine Alshanski Letters of Office were issued on April 1, 2026, to Cathy A. Skelnik, 635 Queens Court, Rockton, Illinois, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Amy L. Silvestri of Silvestri Law Office, 2208 Charles Street, Rockford, Illinois 61104. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 22, 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 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

27228R TRRT 4/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY KISHWAUKEE AUTO CORRAL, INC., Plaintiff, -vPILAR GUSTAFSON, Defendant. Case No. 2025-SC-4873 NOTICE OF HEARING

The Court having granted leave for Notice by Publication, notice is given to you, PILAR GUSTAFSON, Defendant in the above action. A Complaint was filed against you on December 15, 2025, 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, PILAR GUSTAFSON, 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 May 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 314, 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.

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a cleaning business in said County and State under the name of Luxe Home Cleaning at the following post office addresses: 13106 Huntington Chase, Rockton, IL 61072; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Heather Dawn Acosta

SIGNED: Heather Dawn Acosta 4/17/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 27230R TRRT 5/6 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 notary public and loan signing agent business in said County and State under the name of Valenco Services at the following post office addresses: 307 S. Pierpont Ave., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ebeli Perez

SIGNED: Ebeli Perez 4/10/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Krystal Soto, Deputy Clerk 27231R TRRT 5/6

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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 salon/shop business in said County and State under the name of Versatile Hairstyles Diversity Salon at the following post office addresses: 1008 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Everlena Whitby

SIGNED: Everlena Whitby 3/24/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 24th day of March, A.D. 2026.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk

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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 cosmetology continuing education provider business in said County and State under the name of Versatile House of Continuing Education in Beauty at the following post office addresses: 1006 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Everlena Whitby

SIGNED: Everlena Whitby 3/24/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 24th day of March, A.D. 2026.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk

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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 handyman business in said County and State under the name of OTW Handyman at the following post office addresses: 5124 Cheney Dr., South Beloit, IL 61080; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Austin Garrett Daily

SIGNED: Austin Garrett Daily 4/2/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27195R TRRT 4/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

DONNIE MAE WILSON, Deceased.

CASE NO. 2026 PR 18

CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of DONNIE MAE WILSON. Letters of Office were issued on February 10, 2026 to Tonia Leiva 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 October 8, 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, 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 her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. /s/ Nicole L. Beran

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 27178R TRRT 4/22 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 food truck business in said County and State under the name of Marfuego-Tacox at the following post office addresses: 4205 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Judith Robledo Cuevas SIGNED: Judith Robledo Cuevas 4/1/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27193R TRRT 4/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: FRANK L. KALEN Deceased, CASE NO. 2026 PR 47 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of FRANK L. KALEN. Letters of Office were issued on February 27, 2026, to PENNY NUELLE AND JENNIFER WATSON, c/o 7124 Windsor Lake Parkway, Loves Park, IL 61111, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is JEREMY RAMSEY, 7124 Windsor Lake Parkway, Loves Park, IL 61111. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 8, 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 Div. at the Winneba-

go County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois 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 representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

DATED: April 1, 2026

PENNY NUELLE AND JENNIFER WATSON

Name: JEREMY RAMSEY

ARDC Number: # 6276765

Attorney for Estate Address: 7124 Windsor Lake Parkway

Loves Park, IL 61111

Telephone: (815) 988-4364

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Oleksandr Golubenko, Plaintiff, v. Pavlo Artushenko, Defendant. Case No.: 25 SC 3382

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

Notice is hereby given to Defendant, Pavlo Artushenko, that a lawsuit has been filed against you in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, by the Plaintiff, Oleksandr Golubenko. The lawsuit seeks the return of the sum of money that was taken in July 2025. The case number is 25 SC 3382. An order for service by publication having been entered by the Court on March 31, 2026. The next court date is June 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM.

If you fail to appear or file a response prior to the next court date, a judgment by default may be entered against you for the relief requested in the complaint.

Dated: March 31, 2026 Oleksandr Golubenko Plaintiff 27180R TRRT 4/22

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NOTICE

TO: Karim L. Ross, Mike Carvajal, Miguel Carvajal, Unknown Occupants, Unknown Owners, and Unknown Lienholders

DATE OF NOTICE: April 8, 2026

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that Forest Hills Village, LLC has declared that a certain mobile home 1979 Liberty Vin 01L14619 located at 5391 Granite St., Loves Park, IL 61111 is an abandoned mobile home within the meaning of the Abandoned Mobile Home Act. Unless delinquent monies owed are paid and electric and water utilities are restored to this mobile home within 30 days of the date of this Notice, Forest Hills Village, LLC shall seek to remove and dispose of the mobile home. It shall be disposed of or sold at public auction, free and clear of any existing liens.

If you have any questions regarding this Notice, you should contact the following: Tiffany Ward Forest Hills Village, LLC 7927 Forest Hills Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111 815.636.4084 27181R TRRT 4/22

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS

In the Matter of the Petition of CORTNEY FAIR and JUSTIN FAIR, Petitioners,

To Adopt MATTHEW BROWN, a minor, and PATRICK BROWN, Respondent. Case No. 2025-AD-186 PUBLICATION NOTICE

To: PATRICK BROWN, AND ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:

Take notice a Petition for Adoption was filed in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, 17th Judicial Circuit, for the adoption of a child named Matthew Brown, and that in Courtroom 216, on the 15th day of May 2026, at the hour of 8:30 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, Patrick Brown, and All Whom It May Concern, 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 3rd day of April, 2026. Thomas Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court 27188R TRRT 4/22 n n n NOTICE

TO: Debbra Fischer, Jill Darnell, Unknown Occupants, Unknown Owners, and Unknown Lienholders

DATE OF NOTICE: April 8, 2026

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that Forest Hills Village, LLC has declared that a certain mobile home 1990 Fleetwood Vin INFLL76A00441AU located at 5343 Granite St., Loves Park, IL 61111 is an abandoned mobile home within the meaning of the Abandoned Mobile Home Act. Unless delinquent monies owed are paid and electric and water utilities are restored to this mobile home within 30 days of the date of this Notice, Forest Hills Village, LLC shall seek to remove and dispose of the mobile home. It shall be disposed of or sold at public auction, free and clear of any existing liens.

If you have any questions regarding this Notice, you should contact the following:

Tiffany Ward Forest Hills Village, LLC

7927 Forest Hills Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111

815.636.4084

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TO: Zack Larson, Brian Phomboutdy, Armando J. Cardenas, Estevan O. Cardenas, Unknown Occupants, Unknown Owners, and Unknown Lienholders

DATE OF NOTICE: April 8, 2026

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that Forest Hills Village, LLC has declared that a certain mobile home 1982 Schult Vin M187709 located at 5126 Rocky Lane, Loves Park, IL 61111 is an abandoned mobile home within the meaning of the Abandoned Mobile Home Act. Unless delinquent monies owed are paid and electric and water utilities are restored to this mobile home within 30 days of the date of this Notice, Forest Hills Village, LLC shall seek to remove and dispose of the mobile home. It shall be disposed of or sold at public auction, free and clear of any existing liens.

If you have any questions regarding this Notice, you should contact the following:

Tiffany Ward Forest Hills Village, LLC

7927 Forest Hills Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111

815.636.4084

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NOTICE

TO: Miranda Earls, Chad Zimmerman, Natasha Kalas, Princell Hodges, Unknown Occupants, Unknown Owners, and Unknown Lienholders

DATE OF NOTICE: April 8, 2026

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that Forest Hills Village, LLC has declared that a certain mobile home 1984 Schult Vin M193466 located at 5113 Rocky Lane, Loves Park, IL 61111 is an abandoned mobile home within the meaning of the Abandoned Mobile Home Act. Unless delinquent monies owed are paid and electric and water utilities are restored to this mobile home within 30 days of the date of this Notice, Forest Hills Village, LLC shall seek to remove and dispose of the mobile home. It shall be disposed of or sold at public auction, free and clear of any existing liens.

If you have any questions regarding this Notice, you should contact the following:

Tiffany Ward

Forest Hills Village, LLC

7927 Forest Hills Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111

815.636.4084

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TO: Ally Gabbard, Whisper N. Johnson, Unknown Occupants, Unknown Owners, and Unknown Lienholders

DATE OF NOTICE: April 8, 2026

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that Forest Hills Village, LLC has declared that a certain mobile home 1984 Schult Vin M193446 located at 5112 Limestone Drive, Loves Park, IL 61111 is an abandoned mobile home within the meaning of the Abandoned Mobile Home Act. Unless delinquent monies owed are paid and electric and water utilities are restored to this mobile home within 30 days of the date of this Notice, Forest Hills Village, LLC shall seek to remove and dispose of the mobile home. It shall be disposed of or sold at public auction, free and clear of any existing liens.

If you have any questions regarding this Notice, you should contact the following:

Tiffany Ward

Forest Hills Village, LLC

7927 Forest Hills Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111

815.636.4084

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n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: SON VAN TRAN, Petitioner, vs. LE BICH LIEU, Respondent. 2026-DN-38 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent Le Bich Lieu that Petitioner Son Van Tran 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 May 8, 2026, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition. /s/ Son Van Tran, Petitioner 27186R TRRT 4/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JAY JOSEPH GULLOTTO, Deceased.

CASE NO. 2026 PR 33 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of JAY JOSEPH GULLOTTO. Letters of Office were issued on February 10, 2026 to Jay N. Gulotta 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 October 8, 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, 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 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 27177R TRRT 4/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff, -v.Priscila S. Guadarrama; et. al. Defendants. 2025-FC-0000236 3427 Ridge Ave, Rockford, IL 61103 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 3/12/2026, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www. auction.com, with the bidding window opening on 5/4/2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on May 6, 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 FIVE (5) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF RIDGE AVENUE SUBDIVISION BEING PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL

MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 26 OF PLATS ON PAGE 213 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

Commonly known as 3427 Ridge Ave, Rockford, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-02382-002

The real estate is improved with a Condominium. The judgment amount was $197,497.97 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction. com by entering 3427 Ridge Ave 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: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES PC (630) 794-5300 please refer to file number 14-25-03347. 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. 14-25-03347

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000236

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.

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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 selling hand crafted merchandise business in said County and State under the name of Sarah Crafts Left at the following post office addresses: 1607 9th Ave., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Sarah Lynn Siyarath

SIGNED: Sarah Lynn Siyarath 4/2/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Ariel Rosas, Deputy Clerk 27194R TRRT 4/22 n n n

Declaration of Indigenous Status

Sovereign Affirmation of Original American Identity

Preamble:

I, Branden Diego Xaiver Powell of the Powell, Watkins and Cox Families, known among my people as Tank, a living and breathing Original Indigenous American Man of the land of Illinois and North America, by blood, do hereby make this formal and irrevocable declaration of my Indigenous identity, political status, and original standing as a descendant and ascendant of the Time Immemorial Peoples of the Americas.

Notice to All Parties

This declaration serves as public and lawful notice of my Indigenous American status, in accordance with Natural Law, International Law, and the Northwest Ordinance (1787).

Any attempt to deny, alter, or challenge my identity without due cause, lawful justification, or mutual agreement shall be deemed an infringement upon my rights. Executed by my hand, On this 24 day of March 2026. By: Branden Diego Xavier Powell, sui juris

Autograph: Branden Diego Xavier Powell

Living Man

Notary Acknowledgment

State of Florida

County of Orange

Subscribed and sworn to before me this 24 day of March 2026, by Branden Diego Xavier Powell known to me or proven by satisfactory evidence to be the person who signed this declaration. Evan Ryan Ramirez Notary Public My Commission Expires: October 22, 2029 27156R TRRT 4/22 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 drywall business in said County and State under the name of A-1 Restorations and Remodeling at the following post office addresses: 6195 Stateline Rd., South Beloit, IL 61080; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Arody E. Acosta

SIGNED: Arody E. Acosta 4/17/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of April, A.D. 2026.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Krystal Soto, Deputy Clerk 27232R TRRT 5/6

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MidFirst Bank Plaintiff, -v.- Maria Fernanda Monzon; Otto R. Monzon; Richard Monzon; The Red Oak Estates of Rockford Homeowners Association, Inc. Defendants. 2025-FC-0000309 7038 Perrietta Lane, Rockford, IL 61107 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/15/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www. auction.com, with the bidding window opening on 5/4/2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on May 6, 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 7038 Perrietta Lane, Rockford, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-14-303-017

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $337,486.48 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction.com by entering 7038 Perrietta Lane 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: MDK Legal (312) 651-6700 please refer to file number 25-016024. 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. 25-016024 Case Number: 2025-FC-0000309 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. I3284936 P27172R TRRT 4/22 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- Priscila S. Guadarrama; et. al. Defendants. 2025-FC-0000236 3427 Ridge Ave, Rockford, IL 61103 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 3/12/2026, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www. auction.com, with the bidding window opening on 5/4/2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on May 6, 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 3427 Ridge Ave, Rockford, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-02-382-002

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: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES PC (630) 794-5300 please refer to file number 14-25-03347. 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. 14-25-03347 Case Number: 2025-FC-0000236 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS BMO BANK N.A. Plaintiff, -v.- AMY SILVESTRI, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF BARBARA J JACKSON, DECEASED, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BARBARA J JACKSON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, ADAM JACKSON, DAVID S JACKSON A/K/A DAVID SEAN JACKSON Defendant 2025-FC-0000278 NOTICE OF SALE

The real estate is improved with a gray vinyl siding, single family home.

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.

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.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 333 West Wacker Drive, Suite 1820, Chicago, IL, 60606. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. 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.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC 333 West Wacker Drive, Suite 1820 Chicago IL, 60606 312-346-9088

E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com

Attorney File No. 25-21945IL_1265251

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000278

TJSC#: 46-469

Case # 2025-FC-0000278 I3285419

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REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS SERVION INC. Plaintiff, -v.- THOMAS CARL CANNELL et al Defendant 2025-FC-0000373 NOTICE OF SALE

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.

foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

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. 14-25-05904

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000373

TJSC#: 46-420

P27201R TRRT 4/29 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Winnebago - Rockford, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF CVF III MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST II Plaintiff vs. KATHARINE MARIE BARRETT A/K/A KATHARINE BARRETT A/K/A KATHERINE BARRETT A/K/A KATHARINE YANEZ, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 24 FC 165 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 May 21, 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. 11-10-355-003. Commonly known as 3434 Gladstone 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 18.5 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, Altman, Strautins & Kromm, LLC d/b/a Kluever Law Group, 200 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1880, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. SFL000052-24FC1

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3285032

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Death Notices

Week of April 5 to 11, 2026

Crossword THEME: THE 1970s

ARIES

4/16/2026 57 James, Raymond Rockford

4/16/2026 79 Combs, Gertrude Rockford

4/16/2026 91 Northup, David L Rockford

4/16/2026 84 Kevern, Carol J Winnebago

4/16/2026 98 Oleksy, Genowefa Cherry Valley

At work, demanding clients could test your patience. The most important thing is to do your best without taking everything to heart. In love, dare to express your emotions openly to avoid tension and misunderstandings.

ARIES

Don’t suppress your emotions; they’ll guide your decisions. Your friends and family will be there for you and show compassion if you’re going through a tough time. You’ll soon have clarity to find solutions and ease your worries.

ARIES

TAURUS

4/16/2026 83 Wadzinski, Joseph Rockford

4/16/2026 35 Nichols, Adam M Rockford

4/16/2026 47 Meyer, Melanie Machesney Park

4/16/2026 72 Solverson, David J Rockford

If you’re single, your rising popularity could lead to love at first sight. Take the time to get to know this person better. At work, new methods will boost your efficiency and improve your results.

4/15/2026 80 Dornan, Irene Rockford

GEMINI

4/15/2026 67 Mcdonough, Michael W Rockford

4/15/2026 54 Wisnekski, Jacquie Loves Park

4/14/2026 52 Charo, Rodolfo Rockford

4/14/2026 71 Mcmullin, Rose Rockford

4/14/2026 75 Schwass, Lorraine Rockford

You’re approaching an important milestone, like selling your home or finding your ideal place to live. Despite your nostalgia, this change could open the door to a fresh start. At work, you may soon be offered a managerial position.

4/14/2026 83 Barnes, Ethel M Rockford

TAURUS

Relations with coworkers and acquaintances will flow smoothly, unlike the increased tension in interactions with your loved ones. Friends and colleagues will understand you completely. Maintain a healthy distance to protect yourself and avoid unnecessary conflict.

GEMINI

CANCER

4/14/2026 82 Miller, Linda C Rockford

4/14/2026 66 Hall, Bridget Rockford

4/14/2026 97 Herbert, Doris Rockford

4/14/2026 93 Nibbio, Frances M Rockford

4/14/2026 65 Jansen, Joseph C South Beloit

4/14/2026 74 Thompson, John Rockford

You’ll become increasingly influential thanks to your ideas and opinions, which will rally others around common projects. People will listen to you attentively. You’ll also be able to enjoy moments of laughter and lighthearted connection.

4/14/2026 69 Runyard, Scott Rockford

LEO

4/13/2026 89 Holliston, Lee Rockford

4/13/2026 76 Muccianti, Barbara A Rockford

4/13/2026 83 Kanak, Barbara Cherry Valley

4/13/2026 67 Potter, Ellen Rockford

4/13/2026 72 Floyd, Mark R Machesney Park

Financial pressures could strain your relationship, but small gestures of affection remain essential. Make space for affection, as your close bond will help affirm your emotional stability and ease your worries.

4/13/2026 77 Buchert, Roger A Rockford

VIRGO

4/13/2026 65 Gifford, Colleen E Rockford

4/13/2026 79 Mcconville, Thomas B Rockford

4/13/2026 95 Schock, Marilyn Pecatonica

4/13/2026 85 Lund, Michael D Rockford

4/12/2026 60 Reeser, Todd Durand

4/12/2026 78 Agnew, Decater Rockford

Any new beginning may face resistance or criticism; but stay focused on your goals. Your perseverance will be recognized and appreciated. Your creativity will flourish as you draw inspiration from this challenging yet rewarding time.

Pay close attention to a small professional detail. Advancement may be within reach if you clearly define your responsibilities and your relationship with authority. The energy around you will be beneficial. Thoughtful gestures will strengthen your position.

CANCER

A friend might surprise you by revealing their romantic feelings. If you’re single, you could find love unexpectedly. A sudden influx of money or unexpected compensation could help ease your financial worries.

LEO

A change of scenery is on the horizon. Despite your busy schedule, your family will remain your top priority. An online post will attract positive attention, bringing you recognition.

VIRGO

You may be tempted to make a big purchase, perhaps a new car. However, give it some calm consideration to avoid straining your budget with a rash decision. Patience and reason will help you resist this fleeting urge for a nonessential luxury.

LIBRA

4/12/2026 93 Otwell, Milton E Rockford

4/12/2026 90 Miller, Suzanne K Rockford

4/12/2026 93 Miers, Catherine A Rockford

4/12/2026 62 Odems, Maredith Rockford

4/12/2026 81 Mays, Mary L Rockford

4/12/2026 81 Bowers, John Rockford

A period of introspection is on the horizon, urging you to clarify your deepest desires. By slowing down and caring for yourself, you’ll restore balance and serenity to your life, allowing for a brighter new chapter ahead.

LIBRA

This week will be all about heartfelt conversations. To resolve tensions and misunderstandings, devote more time to sincere exchanges. This will help restore harmony and closeness. Your intuition could help improve your financial situation.

SCORPIO

4/12/2026 85 Bonnell, Colleen Rockford

4/11/2026 95 Gendron, Joan J Rockford

4/11/2026 81 Payne, Wesley Loves Park

4/11/2026 72 Walker, Timmy M Roscoe

4/11/2026 53 Lower, Jeffrey Rockford

4/11/2026 71 Spaulding, Joy A Loves Park

4/11/2026 52 Lattimore, Carl Rockford

Across

Your social life will be buzzing this week. Expect exciting encounters and lively activities. Your positive attitude and infectious laughter will strengthen your relationships, allowing you to fully embrace joyfilled moments with loved ones.

1. Verbal abuse

5. *Failed constitutional amendment, acr.

SCORPIO

42. What lintel and mantel have in common

43. Ring-shaped

composer

Your renewed vitality will inspire you to take on new challenges. The obstacles that once limited you are finally receding, leaving you feeling lighter. You’ll feel ready to face the future with clarity and confidence.

45. *1979 Nobel Prizewinning nun

SAGITTARIUS

4/11/2026 36 Greene, Gilbert B Rockford

4/11/2026 97 Walters, Joan M Rockford

4/11/2026 83 Triepichio, Maria Rockford

4/11/2026 73 Brandon, Bruce Rockford

4/10/2026 62 Starks, Lois A Rockford

4/10/2026 92 Fields, Patsy Rockford

8. Google ____, navigation aid

12. Strip of roadway

Inspiration will guide you toward a meaningful project and a beautiful vision for the future. By making informed decisions, you’ll gradually be able to build a peaceful, fulfilling retirement. Every step you take today will shape your future.

13. Dripping faucet sound

SAGITTARIUS

47. *Alfa Romeo Giulietta, e.g.

48. Italian bowling

50. Type of tournament

14. Chef’s headgear

15. Tel ____, Israel

4/10/2026 69 Gutmann, Glen Rockford

4/10/2026 75 Prather, Gloria J Roscoe

CAPRICORN

4/10/2026 62 Acardo, Sharon Rockford

4/10/2026 87 Holub Sr, Wayne Pecatonica

16. Prima donnas’ problems

An impromptu outing with friends could brighten your week. However, travel or conversations may bring some unexpected twists. Be patient and learn to let go; it’ll help you enjoy this enriching experience to the fullest.

17. Occupied (2 words)

18. *1974 scandal

20. Flight-related announcements, acr.

21. Attempt again

AQUARIUS

Your determination will fuel your financial goals. A meeting at the bank could move your projects in the right direction. In love, someone’s romantic charm could awaken your feelings, igniting inner passion and perhaps a hint of jealousy.

PISCES

22. Male aristocrat’s honorific

23. Town, in Spanish

26. Recitaion of wedding vows, again

30. Santa ____ winds

31. Apnea, in U.K.

A demanding work environment could test your patience this week, especially with delays or slow response times. Preserving harmony will require compromise, tact and diplomacy.

34. Operatic solo

35. ____ ____ or do nothing

37. Finish line

38. *1976 Woody Guthrie biopic: “Bound for ____”

The luckiest signs this week: SCORPIO, SAGITTARIUS AND CAPRICORN

39. Field worker

40. Avian rest stop

You’ll play an essential role in various activities this week, motivating everyone around you. However, make sure to pace yourself. Take a few short breaks to avoid exhaustion and keep your spirits high.

TAURUS

An unexpected event will cause you to take charge temporarily. You’ll rise to the challenge with confidence, revealing hidden talents. This experience will highlight your potential and could open new professional doors.

GEMINI

Dealing with international customers could stir up old communication insecurities. You’ll surprise yourself and others by pushing past your limits. A quick skills refresh could boost your confidence, improving relationships with colleagues and superiors.

CANCER

A major change could bring you closer to a more stable future. A return to school or skills upgrade could improve your financial situation, offering a more promising path forward. Patience and perseverance will be your greatest assets during this transition.

LEO

You usually make decisions quickly and easily. However, this time, careful consideration is required. Lastminute information could change your view of the situation and help you make a more informed choice.

VIRGO

You’ll be responsible to manage emergencies and demanding clients, but your composure will defuse tensions. Your negotiation skills will come to the fore, boosting your confidence and showcasing your natural flair for communication and efficiency.

LIBRA

You’ll be in the spotlight for a major accomplishment. Praise and recognition will pour in from all sides. You may even step up heroically, leaving a lasting impression.

SCORPIO

6. ____ Tooty Fresh ‘n Fruity

7. Cathedral part

8. *1976 Summer Olympics location

9. Caribbean color

A minor health issue demands attention. Don’t delay getting help. Act quickly to ensure a speedy recovery. A positive mindset will boost your vitality, helping you enjoy life more fully.

CAPRICORN

52. *#33 Down Oscar winner

56. Lie in wait

57. Place one’s stake

58. Skin woe

59. *”Roots” by Alex

10. Boot-wearing cat

Family tensions or disagreements could surface this week. Clarify rules and expectations to help restore balance and warmth to your home. You’ll take on the role of peacemaker to reestablish lasting balance in your household.

the Cuckoo’s Nest”

36. *Kung Fu movie star (2 words)

38. Domenikos

SAGITTARIUS

11. *Johnny Nash’s “I Can ____ Clearly Now”

13. Spinning toy (2 words)

Those around you will be brimming with energy, bordering on intrusive. They’ll be full of suggestions for new activities. Some ideas will excite you, while others won’t. Choose what suits you best to preserve your energy, joy and sense of authenticity.

AQUARIUS

60. House of Lords member

61. Chalupa alternative

62. Hoopla

63. “Right” coast time

64. *”The Barbara ____ Show”

PISCES

Down

1. Deli side

ARIES

Week of

19. 4 x 4 race

Theotokopoulos, a.k.a.

El _____

40. Away’s partner

41. Old master print maker

44. Scrawny

Your honesty may catch people off guard this week. However, you’ll express aloud what others only think. Meanwhile, getting used to your new phone will test your patience. Don’t underestimate how much time you’ll need to learn the ropes. Your persistence will pay off and ultimately increase your efficiency.

CAPRICORN

14. Make a logical connection (2 words)

22. Dead one or Black one, e.g.

Between family obligations and professional responsibilities, you may feel overwhelmed. Setting clear priorities will help you move forward. By avoiding procrastination, you can experience the satisfaction of a job well done and peace of mind.

24. Teamsters, e.g.

25. Consumed

46. Feel sympathy

48. Common hops

49. Eight performers

50. No problem

51. Cheap reads

52. Back of neck

Reviewing your bills and accounts will pay off. You might spot a financial error or oversight that could benefit you and put money in your pocket. This vigilance will strengthen your financial security and bring you welldeserved satisfaction.

23. Ottoman Empire bigwig

AQUARIUS

26. *”Sanford and Son” star

27. “That’s all she ____”

You’ll explore a spiritual path that helps you find inner balance. This journey will bring peace, renewed energy and an exchange of knowledge. This enlightening development will pave the way for lasting happiness.

2. *____ lamp, 1960s invention popular in 1970s

3. Newton, e.g.

4. Echo

28. Buenos follower

29. *Eric Clapton’s 1970 hit

32. Not ever, contraction

The luckiest signs this week: AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES

5. “Pomp and Circumstance”

Week of April 12 to 18, 2026 The

33. *1975 movie “____ Flew Over

53. a.k.a. horse mackerel

54. *Jacqueline Susann’s best-seller “____ Is Not Enough”

55. Noble gas

56. “Zip it!”

The annoying slowness of certain people could test your patience this week. However, results will come with time, perhaps through a flash of intuition. Keep calm. Your patience is the key to success.

PISCES

You’ll crave rest this week, which will help you slow down. This newfound calm could heighten your intuition, bringing clarity to your professional projects and guiding you toward new and specific goals.

April 19 to 25, 2026 The luckiest signs this week:

Your confidence will help you express your ideas clearly and convincingly. This attitude will reinforce your credibility and earn you greater respect, strengthening your leadership skills and helping you perform better on your projects.

TAURUS

To strengthen your relationship, break with the old routine and try more open communication. The idea of moving in together or taking a meaningful step forward could deepen your emotions and solidify your bond.

GEMINI

A dynamic period has begun! It’s all about action this week. New challenges, stimulating experiences and professional opportunities will drive your intellectual and spiritual growth, paving the way for major career progress.

CANCER

Taking a step back can give your path more clarity. Make informed financial or relationship decisions to help restore balance. Your creativity will flow freely this week. The artist within you will find inspiration to create remarkable works.

LEO

Your career is thriving, bringing a welcome boost in income. Your love life is also on the upswing. Your partner or an admirer will show unexpected affection, boosting your confidence and deepening your happiness together.

VIRGO

A powerful revelation will guide your upcoming choices, illuminating the path toward your goals. Now’s the perfect time to start a new project that’s close to your heart, symbolizing renewal and unwavering motivation for your future.

LIBRA

A transformative training course will open new perspectives and broaden your horizons. This experience will rekindle your enthusiasm and selfconfidence, filling your life with inspiring discoveries and promising ventures.

SCORPIO

Prepare for a lot of intense emotions this week as a wave of passion will sweep through your life. If you’re in a new relationship, you’ll receive a clear sign of commitment. These positive changes will bring you happiness and mark the start of a bright new chapter.

SAGITTARIUS

Before making a major decision, consider the repercussions. Your generosity will strengthen your emotional bonds and inspire your loved ones. Sharing your joy comes naturally, highlighting the relationships that matter most and reinforcing your personal values.

CAPRICORN

Small dietary adjustments could boost your wellbeing. In love, an open conversation will prevent misunderstandings and strengthen your relationship. Simple gestures and tenderness will nurture your emotional connection.

AQUARIUS

A selfless gesture, such as listening, lending a hand or offering support, will strengthen your position with others. At work, your good mood will lighten the atmosphere and spread optimism, earning respect from those around you.

PISCES

Moving is becoming increasingly important to you. You’ll start looking for a place that truly fits your needs and those of your loved ones to create a more harmonious space conducive to comfort and sharing.

luckiest signs this week: TAURUS, GEMINI AND CANCER

Winnebago County Coroner’s office.

Crossword & Sudoku

Across

1. Radiance

5. Mast or boom

9. ____ foo yung

12. Slangy affirmative

13. Coax

14. Every

15. Mud

16. Angler’s tool

17. Reminder

18. Malt beverages

20. Pale

22. List of candidates

25. Printed matter

27. Levy

28. Sailor’s greeting

30. Bookie’s concern

34. Carry to excess

36. ____ State Building

38. Go through water

39. Type of skirt

41. Garfield’s foot

42. Reproduced

44. Birds’ abodes

46. Singled out

49. Ireland, to poets

51. Coop denizen

52. On vacation

54. Kill, as a bill

58. Need aspirin

59. Drama part

60. Verbal exam

61. Force open

62. Army cafeteria

63. Scotland ____

Down

1. Sports facility

2. Hawaiian handout

3. Rowboat paddle

4. Bread ingredient

5. Undeniable

6. Immediately

7. Notable time period

8. Slacken

9. Per

10. Adhesive substance

11. Small valley

19. Spearhead

21. Interrupt

22. Put into storage 23. Liquid rock 24. Fired

Viewed 29. Catcher’s plate 31. Short swims

32. Darn it!

33. Stitches

35. Confed. soldiers

37. Small prefix

40. High standards

43. Provide new weapons

45. Delegate

46. Dude

47. Descendant

48. Lone

50. Cereal grasses

53. Heartache

55. Gay Nineties, e.g.

56. Roofing substance 57. Archaic

Rockford Area

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Spring ArtScene

Various Locations artsforeveryone.com

815.963.6765

Friday, April 24 - Saturday, April 25

ArtScene returns April 24 and 25, continuing a Rockford tradition that has celebrated the region’s creative community since 1987 Hosted by the Rockford Area Arts Council, this free biannual gallery walk features new and established artists across multiple venues throughout the area. Visitors can explore paintings, sculpture, prints, photography, jewelry and more, with many works available for purchase. Artists will also be available to share the inspiration behind their work ArtScene takes place from 5 - 9 p m Friday and 4 - 9 p m Saturday

City Nature Challenge

Forest Hills Country Club

Anderson Japanese Gardens 318 Spring Creek Rd. Rockford, IL 61107 andersongardens.org 815.229.9390

5135 Forest Hills Rd., Rockford, IL 61114 fhcc1921.com 815 877 5733

Friday, April 24

As part of the City Nature Challenge, Severson Dells Nature Center and the Winnebago County Forest Preserves are hosting a guided hike at Kilbuck Bluffs Forest Preserve from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Participants will help document the area’s diverse flora and fauna, from spring beauties, mayapples, to migratory birds, early insects, and signs of life in Kilbuck Creek Observations collected will contribute to the 2026 City Nature Challenge and a global community science effort The group will meet at the north entrance of Kilbuck Bluffs Forest Preserve

Arbor Day Celebration Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden 2715 S. Main St, Rockford, IL 61102 klehm.org

815.965.814

Friday, April 24

For those looking to extend their Earth Day plans, Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden will celebrate Arbor Day with free admission all day and a full lineup of activities Guests can pick up a free tree sapling during the drive thru giveaway from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. while supplies last, join a guided arboretum tour at 1 or 2 p.m., or volunteer for tree planting from 5 - 7 p.m. Beyond the scheduled events, visitors can also explore Klehm’s beautiful grounds, including paved paths and wooded trails, for a spring walk surrounded by trees, blooms, and fresh air

Anderson Japanese Gardens has reopened for the season Insp red by calm and tranqu lity th s 12 acre award winning andscape is comprised of koi-filled ponds, winding

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