The Rock River Times – October 15, 2025

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Veto session preview: Federal issues top of mind as lawmakers seek transit, energy solutions

Bill to help Bears move to Arlington Heights still not a priority for lawmakers

By Ben Szalinski Capitol News Illinois

bszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com

SPRINGFIELD — Violent protests, legally questionable immigration raids and the deployment of National Guard troops without the governor’s approval will be at the forefront of state lawmakers’ minds when they return to Springfield on Tuesday.

“Lawyers in my office are researching other things that we can do” about the federal government’s aggressive tactics, House Speaker Chris Welch, D-Hillside, said in an interview with Capitol News Illinois. “We are going to be having some conversations here in the next couple of days to see if there are some things in the veto session that we can get done.”

The General Assembly convenes for the annual fall veto session for three days this week followed by another three days on Oct. 28-30. Lawmakers’ to-do list was already hefty with several issues, including public transportation and energy reform, which were left unresolved in the spring.

But Welch said lawmakers can’t ignore what’s happening at the federal level in Chicago.

His near-west suburban district includes Broadview, where an immigration processing center has become a flash point for clashes between federal agents and protesters.

While he said lawyers are exploring options, leaders acknowledged the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution limits a state’s ability to regulate the federal government’s actions.

“There are limitations on what we can do, which is frustrating, especially when it feels like the federal government is attacking Illinois,” Senate President Don Harmon, D-Oak Park, told Capitol News Illinois.

Big Beautiful Bill Act

President Donald Trump also signed a domestic policy plan over the summer with wide-ranging implications on the state budget and social service programs in Illinois.

While programs like Medicaid face cuts in the coming years, the state could see decreased revenue returns because

parts of the state’s tax code are tied to the federal code. Welch said it’s possible lawmakers will find ways to decouple from federal tax policies.

“We hope it would minimize some of the damage that this bill is doing to states like Illinois,” he said of the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

However, the leaders tamped down expectations that this month will yield several big policy initiatives.

“I often remind people that the veto session is six days, not six months, and people who go in with an exaggerated sense of what we can do are most often disappointed,” Harmon said.

Here are some of the issues lawmakers will be grappling with this month:

Transit reform

Saving the Chicago-area transit agencies from having to enact massive service cuts is a top priority for lawmakers this month — though Welch and Harmon both left room for the possibility that it gets pushed to the spring.

“I’m hopeful that we’re going to get something done in the veto session that will address this issue,” Welch said. “If not in veto session, then the regular session.”

Harmon indicated the path forward requires the House to accept or counter a plan passed by the Senate in May. That plan passed just before midnight on the final session day, leaving the House almost no time to consider the measure that contained a controversial $1.50 per-package statewide delivery fee.

“If the House is ready to have that conversation in the fall, we’d happily engage,” Harmon said. “If the House would like to wait until the new year, we’ll roll with the punches.”

The issue lost some urgency when the Regional Transportation Authority released new estimates on Oct. 3 that the Chicago Transit Authority won’t face a funding shortfall until the middle of 2026. Per the new estimate, the four Chicagoarea transit agencies — CTA, RTA, Pace and Metra — collectively will be short $202 million next year. That’s down from a $771 million shortfall that lawmakers were projecting during the spring.

Because of that, lawmakers theoretically don’t have to pass a reform plan this fall, though the transit agencies approve their budgets in December. That means they will have to plan for the shortfalls

in short order, such as by approving cuts or fare hikes, if lawmakers don’t approve new funding.

Lawmakers are still working to reach an agreement about how to fund public transportation and what new sources of revenue — likely tax increases — can receive enough votes.

‘Da Bears’ stadium

The Chicago Bears are committed to building a stadium in Arlington Heights, but the organization says a “megaproject” bill in Springfield is necessary to close the deal. The bill would allow large developments, like what the Bears are proposing, to have property tax assessments frozen so that construction costs don’t raise the property’s value for several years.

Asked about the prospects of the bill passing during the two-week-long veto session, Harmon said the Bears should consider it a “bye week.”

“I am most concerned about the health and ability of their offensive tackles,” Harmon said.

Many Chicago lawmakers, which make up a sizable portion of legislative Democrats, are opposed to the Bears leaving the city. Gov. JB Pritzker also wants the Bears to pay off the remaining $534 million debt from 2003 renovations at Soldier Field that’s held by the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority.

“We need to make sure that the taxpayers are not burdened by the debt that was put on in the building of the stadium if we’re then going to go on and support more funding for anything to do with the next stadium,” Pritzker said last month.

The Bears plan to privately fund the stadium on the former Arlington Park property but are seeking $855 million in public funding for infrastructure at the site, according to an economic impact report released by the team on Sept. 30. The Bears are seeking state financial help in upgrading area roads and the Metra line that stops at the property. In return, the reports estimated the state could bring in $43 million in annual gross revenue from various state taxes.

The Bears have said they hope to begin construction this year but are just beginning their formal pitch to Arlington Heights officials.

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Energy reform

Customers of Ameren and Commonwealth Edison, the state’s largest electric utilities, saw unusually high prices on their monthly bills throughout the summer. Electric markets around the country have been responding to the first major increase in electric demand in a generation, largely thanks to data centers — large computing facilities that require huge amounts of electricity 24/7.

Since late 2024, state lawmakers have been debating how the state should respond to the increased demand and prices. Lawmakers who are part of the negotiations have signaled for weeks that they are nearing a deal for veto session, though things can change quickly in Springfield.

The bill will likely include expanded incentives for battery storage technology – a major priority for the solar industry – as well as tighter rules around energy efficiency programs at electric utilities and new regulations on how utilities incorporate distributed resources like rooftop solar projects onto the grid.

Welch said he is “hopeful” that lawmakers can reach an agreement. Harmon said he is concerned that incentive programs and other parts of the bill may increase customer costs in the shortterm, even if there are long-term savings.

The biggest unknown for the bill is whether it will include direct regulations on data centers’ use of electric-

ity, something Welch said is possible. Environmentalists and several lawmakers have pushed for a longer debate over the issue next year, but business groups have made moves to loosen a data privacy law as part of negotiations over the energy bill.

“Sometimes they can get too big and that’s what kills it, so hopefully we can get it just right and get something done,” Welch said. “If not, it’s probably going to have to be something that carries over into the spring.”

Insurance regulation

Pritzker, Welch and Harmon published a letter in the Tribune in July criticizing State Farm for increasing home insurance rates in Illinois. The leaders called on lawmakers to increase regulations and oversight on insurance rates.

The Bloomington-based company raised premiums in July for Illinois homeowners by 27.2%, citing growing losses the company is taking from severe weather claims. The trio said State Farm was not transparent about the reason for the increase.

The leaders said Illinois should be like other states and give the Illinois Department of Insurance authority to review rate increases to determine whether they are fair or necessary.

Welch again said he’s “hopeful” something can pass this month as part of Democrats’ focus on affordability issues.

“I am really concerned about address-

ing things at their kitchen table and that’s one of them,” he said.

Hemp regulation

Legislation to regulate hemp sales has stalled in Springfield for several consecutive sessions.

The state’s hemp growers and legal marijuana industry have been at odds, while Pritzker has warned that an existing “gray market” allows unregulated and potentially dangerous hemp-derived THC products to flood the market.

It’s unclear whether lawmakers can pass regulations this fall. But Pritzker has become frustrated by the legislature’s inaction.

“It is a shame on legislators and on this state that we are not already doing something about it,” Pritzker said in September. “We need help from the legislature to make it happen and if not, we may need to impose executive authority to try to shut those sales of intoxicating hemp down.”

Veto component

The fall session has historically existed primarily for lawmakers to override any vetoes issued by the governor. But Pritzker has rarely used his veto pen, making it a venue for major new legislation in recent years.

Pritzker vetoed two bills this summer: One was duplicative of another measured he signed so lawmakers are unlikely to override it. The second was of Senate

Bill 246, which was backed by Treasurer Michael Frerichs. It would have allowed his office to create an investment pool for Illinois nonprofits. The treasurer’s office would then invest those funds and provide the returns on those investments back to the nonprofits.

Pritzker said the measure had harmful unintended consequences.

“It would unfortunately allow Illinois’ financial investments to be used to benefit fringe and extremist groups,” Pritzker wrote. “I cannot sign a bill that unintentionally allows extremist groups to advance their hateful missions by exploiting state services and resources.” Harmon said the Senate will look at the veto, and his caucus is discussing the bill with the treasurer.

“When two constitutional officers are at odds, people like to be cautious and know what’s at stake,” he said Pritzker also issued one amendatory veto to House Bill 2568 because a portion of the bill was written into the wrong section of state law. Lawmakers can determine whether or not to accept his changes.

Andrew Adams contributed to this report.

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Diane Keaton Obituary

Steve Martin, Bette Midler and Goldie Hawn are among stars paying tribute to Diane Keaton

Associated Press

Oscar winning actor Diane Keaton, who died at 79, was known for her performances and style that helped shaped some of the most indelible films of all time, including “The Godfather,” “Annie Hall,” “Father of the Bride” and “Something’s Gotta Give.”

She was beloved by fans and fellow actors, many of whom paid tribute Saturday after news of Keaton’s death broke. They included co-stars such as Bette Midler, Mandy Moore and Steve Martin, who shared an excerpt of an interview with Keaton and Martin Short that he said “sums up our delightful relationship with Diane.”

Here is a roundup of some notable reaction to Keaton’s death and legacy:

Bette Midler

“She was hilarious, a complete original, and completely without guile, or any of the competitiveness one would have expected from such a star. What you saw was who she was … oh, la, lala!” — On Instagram. Middler co-starred with Keaton in “The First Wives Club.”

Francis Ford Coppola

“I saw her in the film ‘Lovers and Other Strangers’ and knew I had to have her play Kay in The Godfather, (which she told me she based on my wife Ellie) and her wonderful work in ‘Annie Hall’ while simultaneously setting a new fashion trend. Everything about Diane was creativity personified.” - On Instagram.

Kimberly Williams-Paisley

“Diane, working with you will always be one of the highlights of my life. You are one of a kind, and it was thrilling to be in your orbit for a time. Thank you for your kindness, your generosity, your talent, and above all, your laughter.” — On Instagram. Williams-Paisley played Keaton’s daughter in the “Father of the Bride” films.

Steve Martin

“Loved!” — On the social platform

X. Martin, who co-starred with Keaton in “Father of the Bride,” also posted on Instagram an interview exchange in which Short asked Keaton who was sexier, him or Martin. Keaton’s response: “I mean, you’re both idiots.”

Goldie Hawn

“How do we say goodbye? What words can come to mind when your heart is broken? You never liked praise, so humble, but now you can’t tell me to “shut up” honey. There was, and will be, no one like you.” – in an Instagram post.

Amanda Seyfried

“I think she was just really outspoken and I think it was kind of beautiful the way she saw the world, the way she talked about it and the way that she communicated through it. I don’t know, I felt like she always said what was on her mind which is important and impossible not to rub off on one who’s with her. But she was always very optimistic, really. It’s really sad. She seemed very vital, very young.” — in an interview with The Associated Press.

Carly Simon

“Diane had a warmth and wit that drew you in, and a courage in her work that left you in awe. I’ve always believed she was one of the greatest actors ever to grace the screen. Losing her feels deeply personal. I’ll miss her light, her laughter, and the connection we shared.” - On Instagram. Simon said they were “almost

like sisters.”

Cynthia Nixon

“When I was a kid, Diane Keaton was my absolute idol. I loved her acting. I loved her vibe. I loved her everything.” — On Instagram. Nixon also recalled working with Keaton on the film “Five Flights Up” as a “dream come true.”

Mandy Moore

“They say don’t meet your heros but I got to work with one of mine and even call her ‘mom’ for a few months. An honor of a lifetime. What an incandescent human Di is and was.” — On Instagram. Moore starred opposite Keaton in the 2007 film “Because I Said So.”

Octavia Spencer

“Thank you, Diane, for reminding us that authenticity never goes out of fashion.” — On Instagram.

Ben Stiller

“One of the greatest film actors ever. An icon of style, humor and comedy. Brilliant. What a person.” — On X.

Uncertainty over the economy and tariffs forces many retailers to be cautious on holiday hiring

By Anne D’Innocenzio

Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — Uncertainty over the economy and tariffs is forcing retailers to pull back or delay plans to hire seasonal workers who pack orders at distribution centers, serve shoppers at stores and build holiday displays during the most important selling season of the year.

American Christmas LLC, which creates elaborate holiday installations for commercial properties such as New York’s Rockefeller Center and Radio City Music Hall, plans to hire 220 temporary workers and is ramping up recruitment nearly two months later than usual, CEO Dan Casterella said. Last year, the company took on 300 people during its busy period.

The main reason? The company wants to offset its tariff bill, which Casterella expects to be as big as $1.5 million this year, more than double last year’s $600,000.

“The issue is if you overstaff and then you underperform, it’s too late,” Casterella said. “I think everyone’s more mindful now than ever. “

Holiday hiring could fall to the lowest level since 2009

Job placement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas forecasts hiring for the last three months of the year will likely fall under 500,000 positions. That’s fewer than last year’s 543,000 level and also marks the smallest seasonal gain in 16 years when retailers hired 495,800 temporary workers, the firm said. The average seasonal gain since 2005 has been 653,363 workers, the firm said.

Among other companies cutting holiday payrolls: Radial, an e-commerce company that powers deliveries for roughly 120 companies like Lands’ End and Cole Haan and operates 20 fulfillment sites. It plans to hire 6,500 workers, fewer than last year’s 7,000, and is waiting to the last minute to ramp up hiring for some of its clients, chief human resources officer Sabrina Wnorowski, said.

Bath & Body Works, based in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, said it plans to hire 32,000 workers, lower than the 32,700 a

year ago.

Among the bright spots: Online behemoth Amazon Inc. said Monday it intends to hire 250,000 full-, part-time and seasonal workers for the crucial shopping period, the same level as a year ago.

“We saw real strong signals that there’s been a cooling in the labor market, even beyond what our expectations were in the first nine months of the year,” Challenger’s senior vice president Andy Challenger said. “We are having lots of regular conversations with companies about pending layoffs and changes they’re making to their workforce.”

In addition to overall economic uncertainty, Challenger noted companies are using artificial intelligence bots to replace some workers, particularly those working in call centers. And he’s also seeing companies hiring workers closer to when they need them.

Meanwhile, the list of companies staying mum about their specific holiday hiring goals keeps growing. Target Corp., UPS and Macy’s are declining to offer figures, a departure from the past. UPS had hired 125,000 seasonal hires last year, while Target announced last year it planned to hire 100,000 workers. Macy’s last year said it would hire 31,500 seasonal workers.

Holiday hiring: the first clues to what’s in store for spending

Retailers’ hiring plans mark the first clues to what’s in store for the U.S. holiday shopping season and come as the U.S. job market has lost momentum this year, partly because Trump’s trade wars have created uncertainty that’s paralyzing managers trying to make hiring decisions.

The Labor Department reported in early September that U.S. employers — companies, government agencies and nonprofits — added just 22,000 jobs in August, down from 79,000 in July and well below the 80,000 that economists had expected.

The government shutdown, which started Oct. 1 and has delayed the release of economic reports, could worsen the job picture.

In an attempt to exert more pressure on Democratic lawmakers as the government shutdown continues, the White House budget office said Friday that mass firings of federal workers have started.

The firings are happening as hundreds of thousands are already furloughed and still others are being required to report to duty without pay.

Analysts will be closely monitoring the shutdown’s impact on spending. For now, many retailers say that consumers, while resilient, are choosy about what they buying. Analysts will also be closely watching how shoppers will react as retailers push through price increases as a result of high tariff costs in the next few months, experts said.

Given an economic slowdown, holiday spending growth is expected to be smaller than a year ago, according to several forecasts.

Mastercard SpendingPulse, which tracks spending across all payment methods including cash, predicts that holiday sales will be up 3.6% from Nov. 1 through Dec. 24. That compares with a 4.1% increase during the year-ago period.

Deloitte Services LP forecasts holiday retail sales to be up between 2.9% to 3.4% from Nov. 1 through Jan. 31. That’s compared to the same year-ago period when retail sales increased 4.2% from the year before.

Adobe expects U.S. online sales to hit $253.4 billion this holiday season from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, representing a 5.3% growth. That’s smaller than last year’s 8.7% growth.

A more flexible approach

Given the uncertainty, companies increasingly want to hire workers closer to when they need them, experts said.

“In today’s environment, brands are really looking for us to be agile,” Radial’s Wnorowski said. “Radial is meeting that need of the customer and the consumer with a more flexible and disciplined approach to hiring.”

So for some of its clients, Radial will now be hiring two weeks before Thanksgiving weekend, the traditional start for the holiday shopping season,

instead of four weeks before the kickoff, she said. Radial is also speeding up training of holiday hires due to new technology that’s simplifying their tasks. It used to take a couple of days to train a worker, but now it only takes a couple of hours, she said.

Meanwhile, Target said it’s again embracing a three-prong approach. It starts first by offering current workers additional hours and then taps into a separate pool of workers— 43,000— who pick up shifts that work for their schedules. The Minneapolis-based company also hires seasonal workers across its nearly 2,000 stores and more than 60 distribution facilities to meet demand, it said.

For the past few years, Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer and the largest private employer, has been offering the extra hours available during the holidays to its workers, a Walmart spokesperson said, noting it’s worked well and the feedback from customers and workers has been “overwhelmingly positive.”

The Bentonville, Arkansas-based retailer said there may be some seasonal hiring on a store-by-store basis, but the majority of stores will dole out those hours to current workers.

Late start plus no economic data could create challenges

Waiting until the last minute to hire workers could mean a mad scramble to find talent, but companies say that due to the slowing economy, they don’t anticipate having a hard time finding the needed pool.

Meanwhile, the temporary halting of the release of economic reports leaves retailers in the dark about forecasting sales and the workers they need to meet the demand.

“Certainly, for our customers not having access to data will put more of a challenge on their ability to forecast,” Wnorowski of Radial said. “But we’ll stay very close to them as we go into peak and we’ll adjust as soon we see things changing.”

Managing Worms in Apples: Understanding Codling Moth and Apple Maggot in N. Illinois

By Grant McCarty Contributor

If you’re picking apples this fall in Northern Illinois from your backyard orchard or a nearby commercial orchard and finding small tunnels, brown frass, or “worms” inside your fruit, you’re not alone. Many backyard orchardists discover these signs of insect damage during apple harvest season. The two main culprits are the codling moth and the apple maggot, common apple pests that attack fruit during the growing season. Understanding their life cycles and taking action in fall and spring can help protect next year’s crop.

The codling moth is one of the most widespread apple pests in the Midwest that causes the main “worm damage”. Adult moths are small, grayish-brown,

and active in late spring when apple trees are blooming. They lay eggs on leaves and developing apples. Once the eggs hatch, larvae bore into the fruit and tunnel toward the core, feeding on the seeds. This causes “sawdust-like” frass near entry holes, and affected apples often drop early. In Northern Illinois, codling moths can produce two to three generations each year, depending on the weather. A “generation” means one complete life cycle—from egg to larva to pupa to adult. Each new generation can cause more damage during the same season, which is why infestations can build quickly.

The apple maggot, another common pest in backyard orchards, is the larval stage of a small fly that emerges from the soil in early summer. Female flies

puncture apple skins to lay eggs beneath the surface. The resulting maggots tunnel through the flesh, leaving brown, winding trails. Infested apples become soft, misshapen, and may rot from the inside out. Unlike codling moth larvae, apple maggots usually stay within the fruit’s flesh rather than boring to the core.

In fall, once you notice damaged fruit, the active feeding has stopped for the season—but now is the time to prevent next year’s outbreak. Remove and destroy fallen apples to eliminate overwintering larvae. This will help with insect and disease management. In the winter, pruning dense branches and cleaning up debris also improves air flow and sunlight, making trees less attractive to pests and diseases.

Next spring and summer, start moni-

toring early. Use sticky red sphere traps for apple maggot and pheromone traps for codling moth to track adult activity. These need to be out by July 1 and you need 1 per 100 apples. Insecticide sprays are most effective when timed to peak moth flight—typically about 7–10 days after traps show increased activity. If you were really concerned with this, fine mesh or nylon fruit bags could be placed over developing apples to block egg-laying insect.

By combining fall cleanup, spring monitoring, and careful pest management, you can reduce wormy apples and enjoy a higher-quality apple harvest next year.

Grant is the Local Food and Smalls Farms Educator of the University of Illinois Extension.

Birds of Nachusa Grasslands program with Susan Kleiman on October 16

From Wild Ones Rock River Valley Chapter

On Thursday, October 16, Susan Kleiman will give a free educational program highlighting some of the 245 species of birds that breed, winter and stop-over at The Nature Conservancy’s Nachusa Grasslands preserve where she has volunteered for three decades. The event, hosted by Wild Ones Rock River Valley, will begin with socializing at 6 p.m. at Cherry Valley Public Library, 755 E. State Street, followed by the educational program at 6:30 p.m.

Nachusa Grasslands is located in Franklin Grove, Illinois, approximately 40 miles southwest of the Rockford area, and represents a significant site of remnant prairie, one of the most threatened major ecosystems in the world. It is

an unusually diverse mosaic of prairie, wetlands, and savanna habitats which encompasses a rich diversity of plants, birds, reptiles, insects, mammals, and interesting geological features. In addition to discussing the birds found on the property, Kleiman’s presentation will cover the way the preserve is managed by staff and volunteers to help birds: through fire, grazing, tree thinning and increasing habitat through restoration of farm fields. Attendees will also hear success stories and worries, and Kleiman will offer the opportunity for the public to ask questions.

About Susan Kleiman

Susan considers herself a naturalist. Since she was quite young, Susan was drawn towards animals and nature. She

holds a bachelor’s degree in forestry and wildlife management, as well as a master’s degree in environmental education and interpretation. Before coming to Illinois, Susan worked in 12 states doing environmental education. She has been working and volunteering at Nachusa for three decades, engaged in many aspects of restoration, education, and monitoring birds and frogs.

About Nachusa Grasslands

Nachusa Grasslands is a nature preserve made up of restored and remnant prairie located about two hours west of Chicago. The Nature Conservancy purchased the core of the preserve in 1986, recognizing that Nachusa offered the best opportunity in the state to restore a large and diverse grassland. So far, more than 4,000 acres have been protected at

Nachusa Grasslands through acquisition or conservation easements.

About Wild Ones Rock River Valley Chapter

Wild Ones is a national not-for-profit organization with over 90 chapters advocating for the many benefits of growing native plants in home and other landscapes. For more than 30 years, the Rock River Valley Chapter has been educating the community about the importance of restoring natural ecosystems in residential and commercial spaces. The chapter hosts events, workshops, and presentations to inspire individuals and organizations to embrace native landscaping for a healthier planet. To learn more about meetings and events, read newsletters, and find links to informative references, please visit www.wildonesrrvc.org.

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OAKtober Hike to be held at the historic

Howard D. Colman Dells Nature Preserve

From the Natural Land Institute

Natural Land Institute (NLI) will hold their annual OAKtober Hike on Sat., Oct. 25, 2025. Because October is “Oak Awareness Month” in Illinois, NLI invites the community to celebrate with them by attending this event and to learn about the importance of oak trees. Oaks have played an important part in the history of Illinois. The state tree is the White Oak. Long living oak trees provide food and shelter for birds, mammals, and insects. Oak trees support 500+ species of moths and butterflies, more than any other type of tree. Many other insects depend on the leaf litter for food and shelter. Mammals eat the acorns. Birds eat the insects. Humans depend on the shade of oak trees to cool the air and their homes, helping reduce energy use and costs. Oaks store more carbon dioxide than other tree species, delivering clean air.

This year’s OAKtober Hike takes place at a new location, NLI’s Howard D. Colman Dells Nature Preserve, which is not open to the public. NLI is pleased to provide this opportunity to see Colman Dells Nature Preserve during the fall. Also, it is one of the few places in the area where you can see all but one of the oak tree species (White, Bur, Chinkapin, Northern Red, Northern Pin, and Black).

NLI Staff will lead groups on a guided walking tour of the oak woodlands. Tours start at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $5/individual, $10/family (admission cost includes a 6-month introductory membership to NLI). Admission is free for NLI members. The tour will last about two hours.

815/964-6666. Parking is available at the adjacent Howard Colman Hall Creek Preserve, 12749 N. Weldon Rd., Rockford, IL 61102 (owned by Byron Forest Preserve District).

In addition to learning about the oak ecosystem, hikers will learn about the unique natural features found at Colman Dells, as well as some of its cultural history. The preserve is named after local industrialist, Howard D. Colman and the 93-acre property was donated to NLI in 1997 by his daughter, Dorothy C. Wallace. In 1998 a 55-acre portion was dedicated as an Illinois Nature Preserve, the highest legal protection in Illinois for natural land with high conservation values.

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The hilly preserve makes for moderate to difficult walking. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy closed toe shoes, and bring a walking stick if needed. Registration is requested by Fri., Oct. 24 by visiting the calendar at: NaturalLand.org or call

Famous Wisconsin conservationist, Aldo Leopold (author of A Sand County Almanac), was hired by Mr. Colman in 1936 to study the impact of deer grazing on the forest at this site. During the OAKtober Hike, NLI volunteer and former Trustee,

Rick Barton, will represent Aldo Leopold and share some of Leopold’s history at the preserve with folks who attend. Barton, as Leopold, will be stationed near the last remaining original White Pine in the area, which grows at the top of the dell along Hall Creek.

About the Natural Land Institute:

The Natural Land Institute, an accredited conservation land trust, is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization based in Rockford, Illinois, which has protected 19,000 acres of natural land in Illinois since 1958. The current service area covers twelve counties in northern Illinois. NLI’s mission is to create an enduring legacy of natural land in northern Illinois for people, plants and animals. For more information and to donate visit NaturalLand.org Natural Land Institute

Lovins’ ideas still relevant 50 years later

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

Contributor

Sonia and I were born during the depression and lived through WWII with all the limits on consumption and energy use. We knew we could live well without the excessive consumption of energy and resources which became characteristic of the US economy following the war. While we enjoyed some of the fruits of the more robust economy we were aware of the adverse impacts that economic growth had on the environment and its inhabitants.

As an extension of our environmental interests we became advocates of solar energy and energy efficiency. As faculty members at NIU we turned our small farm into an educational resource. We planted prairies and trees, managed the woodland, insulated the farm house and installed a solar system as early examples of what could be done to improve environmental quality.

Along the way we interacted with Amory Lovins co-founder of the Rocky Mountain Institute who now serves as a part time adjunct professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Stanford University. Felicity Barringer interviewed

Lovins regarding his current thinking regarding how society has responded to the energy revolution he has advocated. For the past 50 years he has been a leading practitioner and advocate of energy efficiency and renewable energy encouraging rethinking design to reduce energy use in buildings, businesses and factories.

There are many successful applications of his design principles in operation with many more energy efficiency opportunities worth buying. A number of our students incorporated his design concepts into their homes, businesses and churches.

Lovins continues his advocacy of renewable energy systems as they cost less to build and operate than fossil fuel and nuclear energy plants. They can be designed and built much more quickly than nuclear plants.

Electric cars are advocated cars as they have lower operating costs than vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. The RMI effort at developing an electric car was never fulfilled but it influenced the design of Volkswagen’s XLI plug in hybrid model that achieved the fuel economy of over 300 miles per gallon. He expects that superefficient electrified planes will enter the market place with

comparable or greater capacity and range than existing fossil fueled aircraft.

While acknowledging the power of the fossil fuel and nuclear industries to pull society in the wrong direction Lovins suggest we focus our actions on the best evidence available to take responsibility for the future we want. His Rocky Mountain home built in1982 illustrates the whole integrated design principles he espouses. It has no heating system even though temperatures can get as low as a minus 47 degrees F. By investing in energy efficiency there is no need for a heating system.

The concept of a whole system design if widely applied can eliminate substantial energy consumption but it is not found in standard engineering textbooks. It is not a technology but a design method that quickly produces big changes in energy and resource consumption.

Nuclear power advocates claim that nuclear plants and AI are essential for powering the new AI data centers which are vital for prosperity and security. Lovins challenges that approach and suggests that developing microgrids would be a better, safer and lower cost means of providing future energy supplies.

The nation’s largest microgrid built in

Sparks, Nevada is described as a risk to the AI/nuclear case for our energy future. A twenty MW-DC solar system is laid out on level ground. A water recovery system cleans the panels each evening. Roughly 800 battery packs from retired or crashed cars are wrapped in white plastic and set on cinderblocks. Electronics and software meld the batteries into 63 MWh of storage with a 2-48 duration.

The solar microgrid provides 10MW-AC of continuous power serving the modular Crusoe data center located at the site. It is not grid connected and provides less costly electricity than available from the grid. It was built in 4 months and required few approvals. It is inherently safe, automatic, consumes little if any water and virtually maintenance free.

The Redwood Energy firm which developed the facility is engineering larger instillations to serve other data centers in the country.

In Illinois ComEd began operating its first microgrid last year to provide 10% of the annual electrical consumption of residents of the Dearborn Homes in the Bronzeville community. The system is powered by rooftop and ground mounted solar panels and stores some power for use if a grid failure occurs.

n n n ORDINANCE 25-03

COMBINED ANNUAL BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE OF THE CHERRY VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT WINNEBAGO AND BOONE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE CHERRY VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT OF WINNEBAGO & BOONE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: That the fiscal year of said District for the purpose of this Ordinance shall be from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

SECTION 2: That the following Annual Budget containing an estimate of corporate receipts and expenditures be and the same is hereby adopted as the Annual Budget of said District for the above fiscal year and shall be in full force and effect from and after this date, to-wit: Cash on hand as of July 1, 2025:

(1) General Operating Fund Balance:

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AN ORDINANCE FOR THE LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF A TAX FOR ALL CORPORATE PURPOSES WITHIN THE BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FOR THE YEAR COMMENCING MAY 1, 2025 AND ENDING APRIL 30, 2026

WHEREAS, the duly appointed Board of Trustees of the BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, Winnebago County, Illinois, has heretofore adopted an Annual Budget and Appropriation, which has been duly published in accordance with the statue in such case made and provided and that said Ordinance is now on file and recorded in the records of said District;

WHEREAS, an Amended Budget and Appropriation Ordinance was approved on June 23, 2025 after proper Notice has been published in Winnebago County prior to approving this Ordinance for said District for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2025 and ending on April 30, 2026; and,

WHEREAS, careful and adequate consideration has been given in ascertaining and determining how much money must be raised by taxation for all corporate purposes for said Fire District for the following fiscal year.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT as follows:

SECTION 1. The sum of $482,606.96 or so much thereof as is possible must be raised by taxes for all corporate purposes for the fiscal year commencing May 1, 2025, and ending April 30, 2026, including:

$202,102.00 which constitutes the general corporate fund tax levy

$20,770.00, which constitutes a special rescue fund tax levy

$30,223.00 which constitutes a special liability insurance fund tax levy

$15,796.54 which constitutes a workers compensation tax levy,

$1,838.42 which constitutes a special audit fund tax levy

$211,877.00 which constitutes an ambulance levy and the sum of $482,606.96 shall constitute the levy for all corporate purposes of the said District on the equalized or assessed value of the taxable property of said District for the year 2025.

SECTION 2. There be and there is hereby assessed for all Corporate Purposes within the BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT of Winnebago County, Illinois, for the fiscal year commencing May 1, 2025, and ending April 30, 2026, the total sum of $482,606.96 upon all property subject to taxation within the said BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT as the same is assessed and equalized for State and County purposes for the current year, and that said sum or tax be known as the tax for corporate purposes, and be in addition to all other taxes, the several purposes for which said tax is levied being shown by copies of the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance

(4) From auxiliary fundraising, interest and fund balances Friends Auxiliary

Total Estimated Appropriations: $3,318,306.00

1 Appropriated from general operating fund balance and general fund non-tax income. 843,980.00

2 Appropriated from the general corporate tax levy. 1,055,252.00

3 Appropriated from corporate replacement tax levy. 8,400.00

4 Appropriated from special levies fund balances, special tax levies and special levies fund interest. 662,394.00

5 Appropriated from reserve funds and non-tax income on reserve funds. 524,139.00

6 Appropriated from auxiliary fund balance and auxiliary income. 224,141.00

Total Estimated Appropriations: $3,318,306.00

Total estimated Cash on Hand as of June 30, 2026 $-

SECTION 3: That the sum $3,318,306.00 or so much thereof as may be authorized by law or may be needed or determined necessary to defray all expenses and liabilities of Cherry Valley Public Library District of Winnebago and Boone Counties, Illinois, be and the same is hereby appropriated for the corporate purposes and objects of said District specified in Section 2 above.

SECTION 4: That this Ordinance may be revised according to law.

SECTION 5: That a public hearing as to this Combined Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance was held on September 23, 2025 at 6:45 p.m. at the Library, 755 E. State Street, Cherry Valley, Illinois, which lies within the District.

SECTION 6: That the notice of the public hearing was given by publication in the Rock River Times, newspaper published in the District at least 30 days prior to the time of the hearing, and that the Tentative Combined Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance has been made conveniently available to public inspection for at least 30 days prior to final action thereon.

SECTION 7: That the Secretary of the Board of Trustees of Cherry Valley Public Library District is hereby ordered and directed to cause publication of this Ordinance in the Rock River Times, within 20 days hereafter, and to post a copy of this Ordinance in a public area of the District library building at 755 E. State Street, Cherry Valley, Illinois for a period of at least 14 days.

SECTION 8: That any unexpended balances at the end of the fiscal year established herein shall be accumulated in the district’s special reserve funds.

Date of Enactment: 09/23/2025

Effective Date: 07/01/2025

STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY OF BOONE SS

Under penalties as provided by law pursuant to Section 1-109 of

the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, the undersigned certifies that the statements set forth in this instrument are true and correct, except as to matters therein stated to be on information and belief and as to such matters the undersigned certifies as aforesaid that he/she verily believes the same to be true.

I, Kenneth Berger, do hereby certify that I am duly qualified and acting Secretary of the Board of Library Trustees of the Cherry Valley Public Library District, Winnebago and Boone Counties, Illinois and that the attached is a true, full and correct copy of the Combined Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance adopted by the Board of Trustees of said District at a duly convened meeting held on September 23, 2025 at which meeting a quorum of this Board of Trustees was present and voted in favor of said Ordinance; that said Ordinance has not in any way been altered, amended or repealed and is now in full force and effect.

Kenneth Berger Secretary of the Board of Trustees

Subscribed and sworn to before me this 7th day of October, 2025 Susan Stevens Notary Public My commission expires 12/6/2025. STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY OF BOONE SS

Under penalties as provided by law pursuant to Section 1-109 of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, the undersigned certifies that the statements set forth in this instrument are true and correct, except as to matters therein stated to be on information and belief and as to such matters the undersigned certifies as aforesaid that he/she verily believes the same to be true.

I, Michelle Forster, do hereby certify that I am duly qualified and acting President of the Board of Library Trustees of the Cherry Valley Public Library District, Winnebago and Boone Counties, Illinois and that the attached is a true, full and correct copy of the Combined Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance adopted by the Board of Trustees of said District at a duly convened meeting held on September 23, 2025 at which meeting a quorum of this Board of Trustees was present and voted in favor of said Ordinance; that said Ordinance has not in any way been altered, amended or repealed and is now in full force and effect.

Michelle Forster President, Board of Trustees Subscribed and sworn to before me this 7th day of October, 2025 Susan Stevens Notary Public My commission expires 12/6/2025. 26636R TRRT 10/15

having been passed June 23, 2025, which said Ordinance, as published, is hereto attached, marked as “Exhibit A” and is expressly made a part hereof as if copied herein.

SECTION 3. Said tax so levied and assessed as aforesaid be collected and enforced in the same manner and by the same officer as the State and County Taxes, and be paid over by the same officer so collecting the same to the Treasurer of the said BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT of Winnebago County, Illinois, as provided by law.

SECTION 4. This Ordinance, not imposing any penalty and not making any appropriation of funds, shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and approval, and the Secretary of the BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT shall cause the same to be published in the Rock River Times once and shall forthwith make and file with the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois, a certified copy of this Ordinance and that the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois, is hereby requested to ascertain the tax rate required to produce the sum of $482,606.96 as provided by law, or as much thereof as may be extended by law, as the Corporate Tax of said District for 2025.

INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED this 6th of October, 2025. /s/ Aaron Reinders, Treasurer /s/ Mike Reinders, President /s/ Mike Reinders, Secretary

TRUSTEES BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS PASSED: 10/6/25

FILED: 10/9/25

PUBLISHED: 10/15/2025.

I, Mike Reinders, Secretary of the Board of Trustees of BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, Winnebago County, Illinois, do hereby certify that the attached is a true and correct copy of Ordinance 2025-02 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE FOR THE LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF A TAX FOR ALL CORPORATE PURPOSES WITHIN THE BLACKHAWK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FOR THE YEAR COMMENCING MAY 1, 2025, AND ENDING APRIL 30, 2026”, which said Ordinance was passed by the Board of Trustees of said District on 10/6/2025, and that the original thereof is on file in the office of the District and there recorded; that this copy of said Ordinance is so certified by me for the purpose of filing the same with the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois, pursuant to the terms of the Ordinance and the Statute in such case made and provided. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have caused my name to be hereunto attached, on this 6th day of October, 2025. /s/ Mike Reinders,

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AN ORDINANCE FOR THE LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF A TAX FOR CORPORATE PURPOSES, LIABILITY INSURANCE FUND, AND AUDIT FUND OF WEST SUBURBAN FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING MAY 1, 2025 AND ENDING APRIL 30, 2026

WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of West Suburban Fire Protection District in Winnebago County, Illinois, did on the 6th day of May, 2025, pass a Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for said District for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2025 and ending April 30, 2026, and thereafter caused said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance to be duly published in accordance with the statute in such case made and provided and that said Ordinance is now on file and recorded in the records of said District; and WHEREAS, more than ten (10) days have elapsed since the publication of said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Trustees of West Suburban Fire Protection District:

limits of West Suburban Fire Protection District of Winnebago County, Illinois, for the necessary expenses for liability insurance for the District Liability Insurance Fund the sum of $33,519.97 set forth as follows:

same to the Treasurer of West Suburban Fire Protection District of Winnebago County, Illinois, as provided by law.

Section 5. That the Secretary of said District is hereby directed to forthwith make and file with the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois, a certified copy of this Ordinance, and that the rate percent be ascertained and the tax aforesaid extended as provided by law.

Making the amount by taxation and levied on all taxable property in said District for the aforesaid purposes of liability insurance the sum of $33,519.97.

Dated this 7th day of October, 2025.

PASSED: 10-7-25

APPROVED: 10-7-25

Section 3. There is hereby levied on all tax property within the limits of West Suburban Fire Protection District of Winnebago County, Illinois, for the necessary expenses for auditing for the District Audit Fund the sum of $1,507.40 set forth as follows:

TOTAL FOR AUDIT FUND

STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS

CERTIFICATION

I, KEITH MESCH, Presiding Officer of the West Suburban Fire Protection District Board of Trustees in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, do hereby certify compliance with the provisions of Sections 4 through 7 of Public Act 82-102 known as the Truth-In-Taxation Law, 35 ILCS 200/18-55 through 200/18-100.

AYES: 2

NAYES: 0

ABSENT: 1

$1,507.40

$1,507.40

Making the amount by taxation and levied on all taxable property in said District for the aforesaid purposes of auditing the sum of $157,365.36.

Section 1. There is hereby levied on all taxable property within the limits of West Suburban Fire Protection District of Winnebago County, Illinois, as the same is assessed and equalized for state and county purposes, the total sum of $157,365.36 for the purpose of defraying all the necessary expenses and liabilities of said District for firefighting and rescue purposes for the General Corporate Fund Levy, Liability Insurance Fund Levy and Audit Fund Levy for said fiscal year and to be known as a tax for general corporate purposes as follows: General Corporate Fund Levy

RECAPITULATION CORPORATE LEVY

$122,337.99

$33,519.97

$1,507.40

$157,365.36

$122,337.99

$33,519.97

Making the aggregate sum of $157,365.36 to be raised by taxation and levied on all taxable property in said District, in order to meet and defray all the necessary expenses and liabilities of the District as required by statute. It is hereby directed that the aforesaid sum be raised by taxation in the manner provided by law.

$1,507.40

$122,337.99

Section 2. There is hereby levied on all tax property within the

Section 4. That said tax so levied and assessed, be collected and enforced in the same manner and by the same officers, as the state and county taxes, and be paid over by the same officers so collecting

Government Notices

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NOTICE FOR PROPOSAL

Rock Valley College is receiving Proposals for RFP#25-30 Captioning Solution for Starlight Theatre. Proposal documents with submittal instructions may be found on the College Website link: https://rockvalleycollege.edu/ about/college-information/ bid-information-and-vendors

Opening date and time for Proposal submissions will be October 24, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. All submittals must be mailed per Proposal instructions.

Specific questions may be directed to: Karen Kerr, Director of Business Services Rock Valley College k.kerr@rockvalleycollege.edu 26639R TRRT 10/15

Public Notices

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 MELISSA ONORATO, CASE NO. 2025 PR 206 Deceased. CLAIMS NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of MELISSA ONORATO. Letters of Office were issued on August 20, 2025 to DON ONORATO, who is the Independent Administrator of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Erin E. Walsh, Walsh & Walsh, LLP, 555 South Perryville Road, Suite 104, Rockford, IL 61108. Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before April 2, 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 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 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the Administrator of the Estate, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the Administrator of the Estate and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated: September 25, 2025 DON ONORATO, Independent Administrator of the Estate of MELISSA ONORATO, Deceased By: WALSH & WALSH, LLP By: /s/ Erin E. Walsh PREPARED BY: WALSH & WALSH, LLP Attorney Erin E. Walsh #6279993 555 South Perryville Road, Suite 104 Rockford, IL 61108 Telephone: (815) 399-1400 eew@walshandwalsh.com 26605R TRRT 10/15 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. AMY SILVESTRI, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF LAURIE A PARTEE, DECEASED; CITY OF ROCKFORD, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, ACTING BY AND THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LAURIE A PARTEE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; RASHOD PARTEE; PIA PARTEE A/K/A PIA MARTIN; KEVIN PARTEE, DEFENDANTS. NO. 2025-FC-0000293 730 WOODLAWN AVENUE ROCKFORD, IL 61103 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO YOU, Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Laurie A Partee Unknown Owners and Non-Re-

cord Claimants Rashod Partee 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 TEN (10) IN BLOCK EIGHTY-THREE (83) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF GEORGE HASKELL’S SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 46 OF DEEDS, PAGE 165 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 730 Woodlawn Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 and which said Mortgage was made by, Laurie A Partee a/k/a Laurie Ann Partee a/k/a Laurie Partee Mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Co Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0394648; and for other relief.

UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case, on or before November 7, 2025, 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 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602

Ph. (312) 346-9088

File No. 25-21722IL-1250928

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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:

MATTHEW LEE HOFFMAN Deceased, CASE NO. 2025 PR 262 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of MATTHEW LEE HOFFMAN. Letters of

BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF WEST SUBURBAN FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, By: /s/ Keith Mesch, President ATTEST: /s/ Lisa Ditzler, Secretary STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS CERTIFICATION

I, LISA DITZLER, duly appointed Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the West Suburban Fire Protection District in Winnebago County in the State of Illinois, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of an Ordinance adopted by the Board of Trustees of the West Suburban Fire Protection District at the regular meeting of said Board held on the 7th day of October, 2025.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the West Suburban Fire Protection District this 7th day of October, 2025.

/s/ Lisa Ditzler, Secretary West Suburban Fire Protection District (Seal)

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I, KEITH MESCH, being the President of the West Suburban Fire Protection District Board of Trustees, have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the West Suburban Fire Protection District this 8th day of October, 2025. /s/ Keith Mesch, President West Suburban Fire Protection District Board of Trustees (Seal)

STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS.

CERTIFICATE OF NEEDS

I, KRIS JONES, Treasurer of the West Suburban Fire Protection District, hereby certify to the County Clerk that several amounts listed in the attached Levy Ordinance are required to be raised by taxation for the West Suburban Fire Protection District, being $122,337.99 for the total general corporate levy, $33,519.97 for the liability insurance fund levy, and $1,507.40 for the audit fund levy for a total $157,365.36. DATED this 7th day of October, 2025.

/s/ Kris Jones, Treasurer of the West Suburban Fire Protection District 26638R TRRT 10/15

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Office were issued on September 23, 2025, to TERI A. HOFFMAN, 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 April 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 Winnebago 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: October 2, 2025

TERI A. HOFFMAN

Name: JEREMY RAMSEY

ARDC Number: # 6276765

Attorney for Estate

Address: 7124 Windsor Lake Parkway

Loves Park, IL 61111

Telephone: (815) 988-4364

26623R TRRT 10/22 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 Mary A. Rosandich, Deceased. NO. 25 PR 261 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of Mary A. Rosandich. Letters of Office were issued on September 11, 2025, to Bridget Rosandich, 5851 Page Place, Rockford, IL 61101, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Elisa J. Whitman of Reilly Law

Offices, 6801 Spring Creek Road, Suite 2D, Rockford, Illinois, 61114.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before April 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 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 with the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Probate Division, at Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the estate’s legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate’s legal representative and to her attorney within ten days after they have been filed.

DATED: October 6, 2025 Bridget Rosandich, Independent Executor Elisa J. Whitman #6198940 Reilly Law Offices 6801 Spring Creek Rd., 2D Rockford, IL 61114 (815) 316-8540 Notices@Reilly-LawOffices.com 26624R TRRT 10/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN E. ROSSATO, Deceased CASE NO. 2025-PR-267 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of JOHN E. ROSSATO, who died on February 11, 2025. Letters of Office were issued on October 6, 2025 to John E. Rossato, Jr., 1922 N. Church Street, Rockford, IL 61103, who is the Executor of the estate. The attorney for the estate is James E. Stevens, of Barrick, Switzer, Long, Balsley & Van Evera, LLP, 6833 Stalter Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61108. Claims against the Estate may

be filed on or before April 19, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk, Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the Estate Executor, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office, Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate Executor and to his/ her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: October 8, 2025 (s) John E. Rossato, Jr. John E. Rossato, Jr., Executor JAMES E. STEVENS – (#3128256) BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61110-7109 (815) 962-6611

jstevens@bslbv.com

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a developing products for the general public to benefit by one is a book and the other item is an accessory to a card game business in said County and State under the name of Tah Dah at the following post office addresses: 221 Bunn Dr., Rockton, IL 61072; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Gary Ray Gatchel

SIGNED: Gary Ray Gatchel 10/6/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 6th day of October, A.D. 2025. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Krystal Soto, Deputy Clerk 26644R TRRT 10/29

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 health and wellness business call the Relaxation Station business in said County and State under the name of The Relaxation Station at the following post office addresses: 15632 Oakview Lane, South Beloit, IL 61080; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Christine Marie Huff

SIGNED: Christine Marie Huff 10/9/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 9th day of October, A.D. 2025. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Ariel Rosas, Deputy Clerk 26646R TRRT 10/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: ABIOLA FOLAKEMI SAGO, Petitioner, vs. OLUSEGUN OLATUNJI OPOOSUN, Respondent. Case No. 25 DN 369 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent Olusegun Olatunji Opoosun that Petitioner Abiola Folakemi Sago 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 November 3, 2025, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition.

/s/ Abiola Folakemi Sago, Petitioner 26607R TRRT 10/15

Rock River Times. October 15, 2025

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

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIZENS BANK NA

F/K/A RBS CITIZENS NA Plaintiff, -v.-

TEONA RIVERA-GONZALEZ et al Defendant

2025-FC-0000163

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 22, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on November 7, 2025, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

LOT ONE (1) IN BLOCK SEVEN (7) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF PALMWOOD ADDITION BEING A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 19 AND PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 19 OF PLATS ON PAGE 8 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

Commonly known as 3303 GREENWOOD AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107

Property Index No. 12-19410-001

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527

630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-25-02203

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000163

TJSC#: 45-1936

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-0000163 I3274472 P26613R TRRT 10/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, -v.-

JANE RENNICKE

A/K/A JANE ELIZABETH RENNICKE; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; CITY OF ROCKFORD, Defendants. 2025-FC-0000088 1316 JAMES AVENUE, 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 7/22/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on November 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on 11/19/2025 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 THIRTEEN (13) IN BLOCK TWENTY (20) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF FRED L. BURR’S GUILFORD HEIGHTS DEVELOPMENT, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST

QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN; THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 19 OF PLATS ON PAGE 7 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS.

Commonly known as 1316 JAMES AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107

Property Index No. 12-18355-013

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $140,497.60 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction.com by entering 1316 JAMES AVENUE 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: McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP (312) 346-9088 please refer to file number 25-20484IL. 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. 25-20484IL Case Number: 2025-FC-0000088 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. I3274414

P26614R TRRT 10/22

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER, LLC D/B/A PADDIO, A MISSOURI LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, Plaintiff, -v.JOHN WHITAKER, FOUR RIVERS SANITATION AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

24 FC 296 6363 MYRTLE LN., ROCKFORD, IL 61108 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/13/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on November 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on 11/19/2025 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 ONE (1) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF MULFORDS WILDWOOD SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 27 OF PLATS, PAGE 9 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

Commonly known as 6363 MYRTLE LN., ROCKFORD, IL 61108

Property Index No. 12-34378-007

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $198,010.52 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction.com by entering 6363 MYRTLE LN. 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: Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel LLC. (312) 357-1125 please refer to file number 24-02456. 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. 24-02456 Case Number: 24 FC 296 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. I3274158 P26615R TRRT 10/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ASSOCIATED BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.TOMMY L. PINKSTON et al Defendant 2025-FC-0000073 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 31, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on November 3, 2025, 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: LOTS SEVENTEEN (17) AND EIGHTEEN (18) IN BLOCK ELEVEN (11) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF LIBERTY PARK SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 16 OF PLATS ON PAGE 16 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 430 LIBERTY BLVD, MACHESNEY PARK, IL 61115 Property Index No. 08-30307-020

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN

ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-25-01159

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2025-FC-0000073 TJSC#: 45-2042

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-0000073 I3274206 P26616R TRRT 10/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ELLEN ALLEN et al Defendant 2025-FC-0000013 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 22, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on November 4, 2025, 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 FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO, ILLINOIS: LOT 5 IN BLOCK 10 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF C.E. SOVEREIGN’S AUBURNDALE SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE 3RD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 3 OF PLATS ON PAGE 23 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1707 BURTON STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-14207-019 The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real

estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-24-07684

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000013

TJSC#: 45-1365

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-0000013

I3274226

P26617R TRRT 10/22 n n n

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

FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION

Plaintiff vs. CARL L. FLETCHER; LEEONIAR FLETCHER; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 25 FC 127 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 November 13, 2025, at the hour 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO, STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT SEVEN (7) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NUMBER 4 OF ROLLING MEADOWS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 32 OF PLATS ON PAGE 26 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; EXCEPTING THEREFORM THE SOUTHERLY TWO (2) FEET OF SAID LOT; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

P.I.N. 12-32-404-014. Commonly known as 2401 EVANSTON DR., ROCKFORD, IL 61108. 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% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 13010 Morris Road, Suite 450, Alpharetta, Georgia 30004. (708) 668-4410 ext. 52109. 25-289821

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3274111

P26618R TRRT 10/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: NICOLE VRAME, Petitioner, vs. BRIAN LEE CLARK, Respondent. Case No. 25 DN 50 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent Brian Lee Clark that Petitioner Nicole Vrame 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 November 10, 2025, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition. /s/ Nicole Vrame, Petitioner 26628R TRRT 10/22

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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 auto mechanic shop business in said County and State under the name of Lightning Auto Service #1 at the following post office addresses: 126 Town Line A-B, South Beloit, IL 61080; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Margarita Bailon Gallegos

SIGNED: Margarita Bailon Gallegos 9/23/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 23rd day of September, A.D. 2025.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 26609R TRRT 10/15

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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 Japanese head spa business in said County and State under the name of Luxe Head Spa at the following post office addresses: 1605 N. Alpine Rd., Ste. 1627, Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Adriana J. Peinado; Elimar Y Maestre

SIGNED: Adriana J. Peinado 9/24/25

SIGNED: Elimar Y. Maestre 9/24/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 24th day of September, A.D. 2025.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Ana Rosas, Deputy Clerk 26610R TRRT 10/15

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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 farm stand business in said County and State under the name of Chestnut Street Cottage at the following post office addresses: 5534 Chestnut Street, Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Justine Marie Green

SIGNED: Justine Marie Green 9/22/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of September, A.D. 2025.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 26611R TRRT 10/15

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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 Nerf rental business in said County and State under the name of Rockford Nerf Rental at the following post office addresses: 2212 Charles St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jason Ronald Hart

SIGNED: Jason Ronald Hart

9/26/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 26th day of September, A.D. 2025.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Mary McRae, Deputy Clerk 26612R TRRT 10/15

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STATE OF ILLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

PROBATE DIVISION

In the Matter of the Estate of

MARY C. CHIARELLI, Deceased.

CASE NO. 2025 PR 266

CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of Mary C. Chiarelli of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on September 16, 2025, to Joseph V. Chiarelli, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is G. Michael Scheurich.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before April 1, 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: September 24, 2025.

G. MICHAEL SCHEURICH, Attorney G. MICHAEL SCHEURICH (##2479869)

Guyer & Enichen, P.C.

Attorneys for the Estate 2601 Reid Farm Road, Suite B Rockford, Illinois 61114 (815) 636-9600 26606R TRRT 10/15

n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a child care business in said County and State under the name of Prince & Cess at the following post office addresses: 921 N. Winnebago St., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Izetta Deloris Bishop SIGNED: Izetta Deloris Bishop 9/12/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 12th day of September, A.D. 2025.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk Ana Rosas, Deputy Clerk 26608R TRRT 10/15 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: RICHARD L. HILSTAD, Deceased.

CASE NO: 2025 PR 265 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of RICHARD L. HILSTAD, Letters of Office were issued on September 12, 2025 to Lewis A. Hilstad, Executor, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is BRIAN K. LARKIN, ONE COURT PLACE, SUITE 301, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before April 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 Division at the Winnebago

County Courthouse, 400 W. 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.

DATED October 2, 2025

/s/ Lewis A. Hilstad

Brian K. Larkin

Lewis A. Hilstad

Attorney at Law One Court Place, Suite 301 Rockford, IL 61101

815-964-4601

Brian@blarkinlaw.com

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STATE OF ILLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

In The Matter of the Estate of ARLENE JAMES, Deceased. No.: 2025 PR 2 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of ARLENE JAMES, who died on August 26, 2024. Keith James, whose address is 1231 Ashland Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101 was appointed Special Administrator of the Estate of Arlene James, deceased, on January 13, 2025. The attorney of record of the Estate is Mary Wood of MacCloskeyKesler & Associates, 308 West State Street, Suite 200, Rockford, IL 61101.

Any claims against the estate may be filed on or before April 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 of 197 5, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed on or before that date shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit ClerkProbate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the Special Administrator, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Administrator and to the attorney for the estate within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5128-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk of the Court.

DATED: October 1, 2025

Keith James, Special Administrator /s/ Mary Wood By: Mary Wood

Prepared by: Mary Wood, 6301210 MacCloskeyKesler & Associates, LLC 308 West State Street Rockford, IL 61101 815-965-2000 Eservice@rockfordinjurylawyer. com

Attorney for the Estate of Arlene James, Deceased 26626R TRRT 10/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

In the Matter of: ERIC BRASS, Decedent. 2025-PR-247 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of ERIC BRASS. Letters of Office were issued to Shaunna Brass, 519 High Street, PO Box 711, Pecatonica, IL 61063, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Rodney W.

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Kimes, Bolgrien, Koepke & Kimes, LLC, 419 Main Street, PO Box 537, Pecatonica, IL 61063. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk’s office, Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, Illinois, or with the representative or both on or before the 8th day of April, 2026, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by §18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

DATED: August 28, 2025. Shaunna Brass, Independent Administrator of the Estate of ERIC BRASS

Rodney W. Kimes, #6211305

BOLGRIEN, KOEPKE & KIMES, LLC 419 Main Street P.O. Box 537 Pecatonica, IL 61063 608-365-7702 rkimes@bolgrienlaw.com 26627R TRRT 10/22

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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 general construction and remodeling residential and commercial business in said County and State under the name of J and S General Contractor Inc at the following post office addresses: 2710 Oak Grove Lane, Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Stip Morales Sr.

SIGNED: Stip Morales Sr. 9/29/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 29th day of September, A.D. 2025.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk Mary McRae, Deputy Clerk

26629R TRRT 10/22

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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 mobile DJ services business in said County and State under the name of Dancin’ Outlaws at the following post office addresses: 140 E. Russell St., Rockton, IL 61072; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: David Eugene Johnson; Rebecca Sue Johnson

SIGNED: David Eugene Johnson

9/29/25

SIGNED: Rebecca Sue Johnson 9/29/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 29th day of September, A.D. 2025.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 26630R TRRT 10/22

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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 reseller business in said County and State under the name of Rockford Goblin Market at the following post office addresses: 118 S. Gardiner Ave., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Rebecca Kaye Rose

SIGNED: Rebecca Kaye Rose 10/1/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of October, A.D. 2025. Lori Gummow, County Clerk

Mary McRae, Deputy Clerk 26631R TRRT 10/22

ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a hair style / hair care business in said County and State under the name of The Hair Magician at the following post office addresses: 1006 Auburn St., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Vivian Payne

SIGNED: Vivian Payne 9/12/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 12th day of September, A.D. 2025. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Deputy Clerk 26632R TRRT 10/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WinnebagoRockford, ILLINOIS Freedom Mortgage Corporation Plaintiff vs. Pamela J. Knutson; et. al. Defendant 25 FC 266 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 November 20, 2025, at the hour 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT SIXTY-ONE AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 1 OF HARLEM MEADOWS SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 26 OF PLATS ON PAGE 151 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 08-30-481-001. Commonly known as 1301 Juniper Ln., Machesney Park, IL 61115. 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% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-25-04122

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3274524

P26633R TRRT 10/29

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS BMO BANK N.A., PLAINTIFF, VS. 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, DEFENDANTS. NO. 2025-FC-0000278 315 BREMER STREET ROCKFORD, IL 61104 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO YOU, 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 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: LOTS FIFTEEN (15) AND SIXTEEN (16) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF ASPERGREN AND PETERSON’S ADDITION TO ROCKFORD, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 58 OF DEED ON PAGE 138 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 315 Bremer Street Rockford, IL 61104 and which said Mortgage was made by, Barbara J Jackson Mortgagor(s), to BMO Bank, National Association fka BMO Harris Bank, National Association Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 20161015966; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case, on or before November 14, 2025, 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 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602

Ph. (312) 346-9088

File No. 25-21945IL-1265251

I3274595

P26634R TRRT 10/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, 400 WEST STATE STREET, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF Donald A. Sandell, DECEASED.

25 PR 234

Notice is given to creditors of the death of the above named decedent. Letters of office were issued to Cory Tanner, 5333 SE Verbena Place, Hillsboro, Oregon 97123 and Gerald (Jerry) W. Bradford, 5062 Rockrose Court, Roscoe, Illinois 61073, as Independent Co-Executors, whose attorney of record is Martin J. Fogarty, Heartland Law Firm, 1545 Waukegan Road, Suite 1-3, Glenview, Illinois 60025. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act (Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, par. 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed with the clerk or with the representative, or both, on or before April 15, 2026, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit http://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp.asp.

Martin J. Fogarty Heartland Law Firm (6201215) 1545 Waukegan Road, Suite 1-3 Glenview, Illinois 60025 (847)729-3300

I3274807 P26635R TRRT 10/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO In the Matter of: HARLAN KROMINGA, Decedent. 2025-PR-280 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of HARLAN KROMINGA. Letters of Office were issued on October 6, 2025 to Kelli Spray of Byron, Illinois, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Robert A. Fredrickson, 2902 McFarland Rd., Suite 400, Rockford, Illinois 61107.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before April 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 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.

Dated: October 8, 2025. /S/ Kelli Spray, Executor ROBERT A. FREDRICKSON, #00868469

Attorney for Estate Reno & Zahm LLP 2902 McFarland Rd., Suite 400 Rockford, IL 61107 815-987-4050

26641R TRRT 10/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: ELENA MENDOZA SANDOVAL, Petitioner, vs. MARTIN HERNANDEZ GARCIA, Respondent. Case No. 25 DN 255 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent Martin Hernandez Garcia that Petitioner Elena Mendoza Sandoval 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 November 17, 2025, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition. /s/ Elena Mendoza Sandoval, Petitioner 26642R TRRT 10/29 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 auto services business in said County and State under the name of Car Fixer at the following post office addresses: 4012 Beach St., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ibrahim Mohammad Ghareeb

SIGNED: Ibrahim Mohammad Ghareeb 10/7/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of October, A.D. 2025. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 26643R TRRT 10/29 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 trucking company business in said County and State under the name of L.M.N.T. Trucking at the following post office addresses: 1001 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Shurue M. Martin

SIGNED: Shurue M. Martin

10/10/25

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of October, A.D. 2025. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Ariel Rosas, Deputy Clerk 26645R TRRT 10/29

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIZENS BANK NA F/K/A RBS CITIZENS NA Plaintiff, -v.- TEONA RIVERA-GONZALEZ et al Defendant 2025-FC-0000163 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 22, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on November 7, 2025, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3303 GREENWOOD AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-19-410-001

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-25-02203

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000163

TJSC#: 45-1936

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-0000163 I3274472

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P26613R TRRT 10/22

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, -v.- JANE RENNICKE A/K/A JANE ELIZABETH RENNICKE; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; CITY OF ROCKFORD, Defendants. 2025-FC-0000088 1316 JAMES AVENUE, 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 7/22/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on November 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on 11/19/2025 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 1316 JAMES AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-18-355-013

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The

judgment amount was $140,497.60 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction.com by entering 1316 JAMES AVENUE 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: McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP (312) 346-9088 please refer to file number 25-20484IL. 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. 25-20484IL Case Number: 2025-FC-0000088 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. I3274414 P26614R TRRT 10/22 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Winnebago - Rockford, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff vs. CARL L. FLETCHER; LEEONIAR FLETCHER; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 25 FC 127 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 November 13, 2025, at the hour 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 12-32-404-014. Commonly known as 2401 EVANSTON DR., ROCKFORD, IL 61108. 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% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 13010 Morris Road, Suite 450, Alpharetta, Georgia 30004. (708) 668-4410 ext. 52109. 25-289821 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3274111

P26618R TRRT 10/22 n n n

REAL ESTATE NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER, LLC D/B/A PADDIO, A MISSOURI LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, Plaintiff, -v.- JOHN WHITAKER, FOUR RIVERS SANITATION AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. 24 FC 296 6363

MYRTLE LN., ROCKFORD, IL 61108

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/13/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on November 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on 11/19/2025 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 6363 MYRTLE LN., ROCKFORD, IL 61108

Property Index No. 12-34-378-007

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $198,010.52 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction.com by entering 6363

MYRTLE LN. 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: Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel LLC. (312) 357-1125 please refer to file number 24-02456. 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. 24-02456 Case Number: 24 FC 296 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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REAL ESTATE NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Winnebago - Rockford, ILLINOIS Freedom Mortgage Corporation Plaintiff vs. Pamela J. Knutson; et. al. Defendant 25 FC 266 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 November 20, 2025, at the hour 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 08-30-481-001.

Commonly known as 1301 Juniper Ln., Machesney Park, IL 61115. 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% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-25-04122

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

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REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ASSOCIATED BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.- TOMMY L. PINKSTON et al Defendant 2025-FC-0000073

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 31, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on November 3, 2025, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 430 LIBERTY BLVD, MACHESNEY PARK, IL 61115 Property Index No. 08-30-307-020

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the

same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527

630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-25-01159

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000073

TJSC#: 45-2042

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-0000073

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REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION

Plaintiff, -v.- ELLEN ALLEN et al Defendant 2025-FC-0000013 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 22, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on November 4, 2025, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1707 BURTON STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-14-207-019

The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-24-07684

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Case Number: 2025-FC-0000013

TJSC#: 45-1365

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-0000013

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10/4/2025 74 Baker, Gary M Machesney Park

10/9/2025 90 Baxter, Sandra Rockford

10/6/2025 86 Bechtold, Robert W Rockford

10/8/2025 70 Biffle, Sherine Rockford

10/3/2025 79 Blaylock, Steven Roscoe

10/7/2025 81 Carney, Daniel F Rockford

10/9/2025 97 Champlin, Arthur R South Beloit

10/6/2025 77 Ciaccio, Glenda M Rockford

10/9/2025 68 Clark, Ronald Rockford

10/5/2025 54 Close, Frances L South Beloit

10/5/2025 87 Crum, Arthur B Cherry Valley

10/4/2025 73 Curtis, Bobby Rockford

10/8/2025 65 Curtiss, John Rockford

10/4/2025 76 Daugherty, Susan K Rockford

10/4/2025 40 Demars, Julie C Machesney Park

10/7/2025 95 Dempster, John H Rockford

10/6/2025 60 Dull, Marc S Machesney Park

10/8/2025 72 Geary, Wayne G Loves Park

10/3/2025 92 Gioppo, Margery M Machesney Park

10/3/2025 78 Goerne, James F Rockford

10/7/2025 82 Green, Donald D Rockford

10/9/2025 70 Gunn, Ronnie R Rockford

10/3/2025 36 Hampton, Thomas C Rockford

10/5/2025 67 Hubbard III, Robert E Rockford

10/7/2025 67 Isakson, Craig Rockford

10/4/2025 92 Jackson, Charles Rockford

10/4/2025 68 Jones, Charles Rockford

10/8/2025 73 Kavouras, Blanca Rockford

10/9/2025 70 Kruse, John Rockford

10/9/2025 93 Landstedt, Carl J Rockford

10/6/2025 64 Leatherby, Michael J Rockford

10/3/2025 69 Lee, Thomas R Rockford

10/9/2025 71 Mccord, Gary Rockford

10/3/2025 76 Mcneal, Lynder R Rockford

10/9/2025 47 Olmstead, Dezaray Rockford

10/5/2025 69 Ray, William C Rockford

10/9/2025 67 Robinson, Jacqueline J Rockford

10/9/2025 74 Romanek, Sandra J Winnebago

10/8/2025 45 Ruttley, James Rockford

10/7/2025 77 Sanford, Dwight Rockford

10/5/2025 84 Sarver, Vernell Pecatonica

10/9/2025 102 Schnulle, Dorothy Rockford

10/4/2025 32 Sickler, Colten J Rockford

10/7/2025 56 Smith, Clarice Rockford

10/8/2025 64 Smith, Corrina Rockford

10/5/2025 75 Swain, Nancy Roscoe

10/6/2025 73 Swartwood, Wanda Rockford

10/7/2025 59 Taylor, Halbert Rockford

10/3/2025 94 Tolley, Herschel F Rockford

10/4/2025 83 Wang, Donald T Rockford

10/8/2025 78 Watson, Charles Rockford

10/3/2025 63 Way, Michael S Rockford

10/9/2025 83 Whaples, Laurence Rockford

10/6/2025 75 Williams, Patricia A Roscoe

10/8/2025 76 Ziomek, Josephine Roscoe Death notices are provided by the Winnebago County Coroner’s office.

Week of September 28 to October 4, 2025

Crossword THEME: SCARY MOVIES

Week of October 5 to 11, 2025

Across

1. Awestruck

5. Paid player

8. Precedes pedia

12. Oxen connector

13. Sonic sound

14. ____ Dondarrion, “Game of Thrones” Lord of Blackhaven

15. Bibliographical abbr. (2 words)

16. *2025 Pete Davidson horror flick, “The ____”

17. Wear away

18. *Movie director of “Knock at the Cabin” fame

20. Manage without help

21. Subway coin

22. Boar’s mate

23. *Jordan Peele’s directorial debut (2017, 2 words)

26. Richard Gere in 1980 movie, pl.

30. Bit of binary code

31. A way to steal gas

34. *”It’s ____” (1974)

35. Estrogen producer

37. Have a bug

ARIES

Change can be scary, but it can lead to incredible opportunities. You’ll find balance in your home, work and love life, enabling you to resolve conflicts and achieve happiness.

TAURUS

Rushed agreements often lead to problems. To avoid future complications, take the time to discuss and clearly define all terms. Focus on the details to significantly increase your chances of success.

GEMINI

Prepare for a busy week on the job! Meticulous organization and efficient work methods will boost your income and increase your likelihood of receiving a promotion. You’ll inspire your team as you lead by example.

CANCER

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LEO

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VIRGO

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LIBRA

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SCORPIO

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39. Comme ci, comme ça

SAGITTARIUS

40. Nice to look at

42. Opposite of WSW

43. Opposite of #40 Across

45. Cordwood units

Great opportunities await you, both professionally and personally. Before making any decisions, analyze each situation carefully. Seek advice from trusted sources who can help you see things from a different perspective.

47. The night before

CAPRICORN

48. Warm down-slope wind

50. Blood component

52. *Trip to Sweden gone wrong (2019)

ARIES

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TAURUS

During this uncertain time, you may be tempted to resist change. Instead, stay open to the signs and follow their guidance. Pay close attention to your well­being and listen to what your body is telling you.

GEMINI

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CANCER

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LEO

Plan a getaway and embrace a spirit of discovery. Learning a new skill could lead to unexpected career opportunities. Whether you’re single or in a relationship, let inspiration take you out of your everyday routine.

VIRGO

Dare to think big and fuel your ambitions with passion! Boldness and determination will help you turn your plans into reality. Focus on your aspirations rather than seeking to please everyone else.

LIBRA

You’ll bring together colleagues or clients to celebrate the closing of a major contract or to ease tensions. In your love life, a meaningful gesture from your partner will warm your heart. If you’re single, you’ll be irresistibly charming.

SCORPIO

6. *____ Polanski, director of “Rosemary’s Baby”

Work and health will be your top priorities this week. Make adjustments that will benefit your future. In your love life, a candid conversation will ease tensions, deepen your connection and help you plan for what’s ahead.

in Roman Polanski’s movie (1967)

38. Poetic although

7. *The story of Damien Thorn, with The (1976)

SAGITTARIUS

40. Before of yore

41. Depletes (2 words)

Week of October 12 to 18, 2025

ARIES

This week, you’ll realize how important you are to your employer. This will translate into a well­deserved raise and exciting new opportunities. In your love life, you’ll take meaningful steps to plan experiences that reflect the depth of your feelings.

TAURUS

You’ll make your days at work better by sharing happy moments and using your energy to have engaging conversations. Don’t hesitate to share your ideas; they’ll energize your discussions and strengthen your connections.

GEMINI

If you’re facing financial challenges, negotiating the terms of a loan could result in a solution that improves your quality of life. Additionally, by paying more attention to your partner, you will strengthen your relationship and create a sense of peace between you.

CANCER

In your love life, focus on fairness by considering your partner’s needs when you’re making decisions. At work, pay close attention to details; the smallest things can make all the difference.

LEO

Prioritize sleep this week. Sufficient rest is crucial to maintaining focus and staying healthy. When your body has the rest it needs, it will boost your creativity, making you better able to achieve impressive results.

VIRGO

Many friends will reach out to you this week. You may find yourself distracted by social media. A family commitment will help you refocus. You’ll also discover a new art form that will captivate your interest and awaken your senses.

LIBRA

Work emergencies could pile up this week. However, your family will step up to help lighten your load at home. You’ll create a warm, inviting atmosphere and spread joy with your infectious smile.

SCORPIO

Before diving into a new project, gather all the necessary information to set yourself up for success. Although you haven’t planned a romantic weekend getaway, a tempting and unexpected adventure could arise.

SAGITTARIUS

8. *Americans’ attacker in London (1981)

9. Pump it!

10. Pirate Captain ____

Let the warmth of your loved ones envelop you and bring you peace. By tapping into your creativity and following your heart, you’ll create something exceptional. Every great project starts with a dream; don’t be afraid to dream big!

56. Like certain radiant energy

57. Pakistani tongue

AQUARIUS

58. “Ill at ____”

59. Not together

60. Ooze

61. Bulgarian, e.g.

11. Frozen H2O

44. Manifest

46. Catch in a net

48. Firearm shooter

If you take time for yourself, your hard work will be recognized. Be proud of your accomplishments! If you’re in a relationship, express your affection more often to keep the passion alive and strengthen your bond.

49. More eccentric

CAPRICORN

13. Devotional worship, in Hinduism

14. Haze over 19. Timid

50. Shoshonean people

51. Panache

52. Dante’s Beatrice, e.g.

You’ll discover a wellspring of happiness within yourself that will make your aura shine. Each day will be filled with moments of joy you’ll share with your loved ones, allowing this positive energy to grow and multiply.

22. Envy, biblically-speaking

Your hard work will pay off and could even lead to an unexpected promotion. If you adopt a healthier lifestyle, you’ll see visible results in no time. Don’t forget to embrace joy and harmony in your love life.

62. Like certain grape beverage

PISCES

63. Get it wrong

64. Shakira’s don’t lie?

Down

1. Roll call answers

38. Glue on, e.g.

23. Duck follower

53. Mauritania’s Eastern neighbor

54. Hurry up, acronym

AQUARIUS

24. Diplomat on a mission

25. Badger or bug

26. Happy Gilmore’s game

Explore your inner self through a spiritual practice. This will bring unexpected richness into your life. You’ll find your place within a group, forging strong bonds. Get ready to go on an exciting getaway planned by your significant other.

2. Visi____ or Ostro____

3. Thumbs-up

4. Italian frozen dessert

27. Forever prisoner

28. Sheep-like

29. Movie “Battle of the ____”

32. Pay as you earn, acr.

55. RPMs

56. *James Wan’s directorial debut (2004)

Travel will be important in both your personal and professional life. Stay vigilant about hygiene to protect yourself from germs. In your relationships, you must choose your words carefully to express your true emotions.

PISCES

You must show courage to succeed in your career. Commit to ongoing training and adapt to your changing work environment. These adjustments will ensure stability and drive your professional growth.

CAPRICORN

Small details matter. Your appearance and how you present yourself will directly impact your career advancement. You’ll treat yourself to a few personal indulgences this week. Your friends will encourage you to spoil yourself with these well­deserved treats.

AQUARIUS

You’ll receive very positive news about your health this week. A new treatment or medication will improve your well­being. You’ll be given various urgent tasks at work. Fortunately, you’ll handle them with grace.

PISCES

If you put your heart into your work, you’ll see the rewards, including a pay raise. Your superiors will recognize your efforts. Don’t forget to open up to your significant other; sharing your feelings will bring you abundant affection.

33. Step on it

The luckiest signs this week:

5. Southern England’s coastal town

36. *Mia Farrow

You’ll attract fascinating individuals with your undeniable charm, increasing your romantic prospects. At the same time, you’ll successfully expand your client base, which will delight your boss. Thanks to your charisma, the company’s sales revenue will double.

The luckiest signs this week: GEMINI, CANCER AND LEO

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14. Bear’s home

15. Refinement

17. Sour compound

18. No way!

19. Dogs’ shelters

21. Modify text

23. Closet bar

24. Blemish

26. Benefit

28. Hornets, e.g.

32. Sickens

34. Fishing snare

36. Tempt

37. Laundry machine

39. Gift-box trim

41. Quarrel

42. Young louse

44. Icicle hanger

46. Plaited

50. Type of prisoner

53. Trademark

54. Noon

56. Fragrance

57. Tent stake

58. Saharan

59. Entreats

60. Valuable rock

61. Permits

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2. Cairo’s river

3. Slyly

4. Sharpened

5. Timespan

6. Good fortune

7. More independent

8. Public disgrace

9. Gait

10. Vice

11. Takes a spouse

16. Operatic highlight

20. Presently

22. Lightweight metal

24. Teed off 25. Broadcast 27. Society miss

Guaranteed 30. Con’s opposite

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35. Foot part

38. Relieve

40. Partition

43. Beat

45. Very important

46. Small lump

47. Took a taxi

48. Fascinated

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55. Stone or Bronze

Rockford Area

GuideGo

Rocky Horror Picture Show 50 Anniversary th Coronado Theatre

314 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101 lockwoodpark.com

815.968.5222

Thursday, October 16

Fans of The Rocky Horror Picture Show won’t want to miss this special screening featuring original cast members Barry Bostwick (“Brad Majors”) and Patricia Quinn (“Magenta”). The event includes a live shadow cast, interactive audience participation, a memorabilia display of movie artifacts and costumes, and a pre-show costume contest The show begins at 8 p m , with tickets starting at $46 VIP meet & greet packages are also available Rated R for strong language and mature content; ages 18+ only

Spooky Spirits Discovery Center Museum

711 N Main St , Rockford, IL 61103 discoverycentermuseum.org

815.963.6769

Saturday, October 17

Spooky season gets a scientific twist with Spooky Spirits from 5:30–8:30 p.m.

Guests will sip on themed cocktails or mocktails, enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, catch jaw-dropping science demos, and explore the museum after hours The evening will feature dangerously delicious food, spooktacular spirit samplings in Mad Mixie’s demos, Makerspace madness, and opportunities to let their inner child run wild in the museum Food and cash bar will be provided by Abreo, with ghoulish grooves from VIC MONSTA Tickets are $50, and attendees must be 18 or older

Spook the Dells

Severson Dells Nature Center 8786 Montague Rd., Rockford, IL 61102 seversondells.com 815.335.2915

Saturday, October 18

Severson Dells invites families to enjoy an evening in the woods discovering the wonders of the night During this free, family-friendly event, guests can stroll along the paved path for an interactive theater experience that highlights the fascinating nocturnal animals that live at Severson Dells Visitors will have the chance to meet live animals, learn about their unique behaviors, and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature after dark. The evening concludes with cozy s’mores by the fire from 6 - 7:30 p.m.

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