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VOLUME 162 NO. 16 • SERVING THE POLO AREA SINCE 1857

COUNTY NEWS

FRIDAY, June 26, 2020 • $1.00

SAFE DISTANCE

It’s Swim Time!

The Polo Swimming Pool is slated to open to the public June 27. / 13

LOCAL NEWS

3 Million Views!

An Oregon girl’s video with a police officer goes viral. / 10

Opening Oregon Park District’s

Splash Canyon Park will open this Friday; Nash on July 8. / 10

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Jill Blake presents Jakob Kindle with his diploma and Student of the Year plaque following the commencement ceremony on June 21 that was held outside on the Marcos’ football field due to COVID-19 social distancing restrictions. Story and more photos on page 16.

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INDEX Betty’s Column......... 5 Chamber News......... 2 Church News............12 Classifieds..........21-24

Library News..... 6, 7, 8 Marriage Licenses...19 Pine Creek News...... 2 Property Transfers...19

Public Voice..............17 Sheriff Arrests..........18 State News..............20

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Polo High School graduates sit in the stands at the start of their commencement ceremony as they wait to walk across a stage to get their diplomas.

Friends and family parked on the football field to watch their loved ones during the June 21 ceremony. Story and more photos on page 16.

VIRTUAL MEETING

Demmer offers virtual meeting June 26 State Rep. Tom Demmer will be speaking about the upcoming Phase 4 opening of the state during a virtual town hall Friday, June 26.

The virutal town hall will be hosted by the Dixon Chamber of Commerce and Main Street and begin at 12:30 p.m.

Friday.

Topics include moving into Phase 4 of the governor’s Restore Illinois plan, an update on the state’s Downstate Small

Business Stabilization program, and questions about unemployment.

The town hall will take place at bit.ly/ demmertownhalljune Find Chamber Main Street on Facebook for more information.

The first day of the summer season and the longest day of the year are here for us to enjoy. We drink in the sunlight, knowing that His love is every ray of sunshine. His love for His creation overwhelms me. For this and every day, we thank God for loving us.

This morning in church, Pastor Charlotte Hoppe led a service on video that was shared via Facebook. The video was made from the chancel of our new church building. Someday soon, we’ll be there, in person, to share in Charlotte’s inspiring messages.

I hope all of the fathers had a special Father’s Day. Many families gathered this afternoon, taking care and safety into consideration. It was a beautiful day to celebrate our earthly and heavenly fathers.

This afternoon, the students, parents,

and siblings of the Class of 2020 gathered in their cars for an outdoor graduation ceremony on the high school football field. In hopes of keeping the crowd to a minimum, only the immediate families were invited to attend.

My nephew, Garrett Bittinger, was part of the graduating class. He was joined by his parents, Ben and Jo Bittinger, and his brother, Hayden. The rest of his family was there in spirit.

We are all very proud of Garrett, his accomplishments, and his bright future.

Congratulations to the entire class!

In the middle of the week, I had a call from my sweet friend, Jean Cunningham. She left me a lovely voicemail and I was finally able to return her all this evening. We caught up on the events of the past week. I will be so glad to get back to taking her home from church.

I had a long conversation with each of my kids this evening, too. Stephanie and João are settling into their new place. João will be starting his new job in another week. Matt and Clint are both taking required classes for their current ranks. Ema is back to work, too. They are a busy bunch.

I am already halfway through the summer semester. We have received notice that our fall semester will be online, too.

My fellow classmates and I are missing the collaboration of the classroom and

the teaching practice, even if we only teach each other.

The best part of the summer is opening my windows to let in the fresh air.

As I sit next to the window by my backyard, I can hear a chorus of birds. There are many different types flying across the yard and calling out to each other.

Some mornings, the tweets and chirps remind me of a crowded space when it’s difficult to hear anyone speak. Even in the conversation of bird language, they find each other. They can decipher each little noise.

In all the busy noise of this world, our Father in heaven, not only hears us, He recognizes our voice. He knows each of us, our voice, our hurt, and our heart.

We can continue to all out to Him even when the rest of the world is so loud we can’t even think.

We can call to God in the darkest of nights, when lightning and thunder fill the skies, and even in the quiet mornings sitting by your open window while we listen to the singing birds. We sometimes forget that God is with us in celebration, not just in sadness.

He knows and loves each one of us.

Please come and join us on Facebook for our next online message from Charlotte Hoppe. Join us as we share the love of Christ, the love that connects us to each other.

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COVID-19 & BUSINESS

Health department handling complaints on other businesses

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com

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The Farmer’s Family Restaurant is located along Illinois 72 in downtown Forreston. licenses.

“They’re risking the public’s health,” Auman said. “They also need to be concerned about possible issues with liability insurance.

They may not cover them if they violate the guidelines.”

Auman said the threat of revoking a license is a last step in talks with businesses that receive complaints.

The OCHD tries to follow up on complaints and quickly as possible.

The OCHD sends its food representative to talk with the businesses about safe alternatives to indoor dining. None of the complaints so far have ended in law enforcement being sent to businesses.

County residents going out for outdoor drinking and dining since phase three began has been monitored closely by the OCHD. “I can’t speak specifically to those things but it’s definitely a concern,” Auman said. “You’re eating and drinking and it’s impossible to wear a mask.”

Overall, Auman believes the county has done “fairly well” with the COVID-19 pandemic. It stands at four deaths currently. Ogle is on the

“lower end” of cases in the region and has a high testing rate, Auman said. Four new cases a day come in on average.

Auman said there is no way to estimate the number of cases that aren’t documented or tested for, but that the Center for Disease Control has advised that there are four for

COVID-19 CASE UPDATE

Ogle County at 245 cases

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com The Ogle County Health Department reported one new COVID-19 case on Tuesday, totaling 245. Recoveries of documented cases stand at 221, with six new ones being reported Tuesday.

The OCHD reported its fourth

death in the county June 1. It reported its third on May 27. Ages and locations of the individuals are not being released to protect their privacy.

The Illinois Department of Public Health site said Tuesday that there are 147 cases in the 61068 zip code that includes Rochelle, Creston and

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The Ogle County Health Department fields “several complaints” a day about businesses violating the current state phase three guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Public Administrator Kyle Auman said last week.

One of those complaints was Forreston’s Farmers Family Restaurant, which took to Facebook on June 17 to say it will no longer be serving inside after speaking with the OCHD. Indoor dining wasn’t currently allowed by the state, but that’s slated to change this week.

The restaurant will continue to do outdoor dining and carry our orders during normal hours and plans to do dine-in again when the state allows it in phase four on June 26.

A restaurant response to a comment on the Facebook post said it could have been shut down completely if it didn’t comply.

Four Shannon residents made the trip from their hometown to Forreston on June 20 to eat at the restaurant, located on Illinois 72.

Paul and Pat Rivers and Don and Shirley Schrader said they were willing to move back outside because the restaurant is a “good place to eat”.

“The waitresses, the service, the food is all great and their prices are good to,” said Shirley.

Auman declined to speak about specific businesses and their interactions with the OCHD, but said it’s currently trying to address many indoor dining complaints, the consequences of which could impact food

every documented case.

“There’s definitely still risk,” Auman said. “It’s still out there and it’s something we’re working on.

We’re getting more people for contact tracing.”

Auman said it’s still too early to tell what the results of the phase three opening will be. He believes that people are still being cautious, which will help the county progress.

“It’s called public health for a reason,” Auman said. “The public is responsible for itself. It’s too early to tell on impacts of reopening or a resurgence. There’s a good chance of that and we’re preparing for it.”

Auman believes the state’s reopening plan was “well thought out.” His only complaint is receiving guidance and feedback faster on guidelines. Illinois has done well as a state compared to others, he said.

Getting a sense of normalcy back and the economy back in working condition are factors that Auman understands. People having to stay in their homes has negative secondary impacts, he said. But the OCHD has its concerns about reopening and will be staying vigilant.

“Time will tell,” Auman said.

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RALLY IN OREGON

Residents turn out to show support for police Around 50 people walk around Ogle County Courthouse

BY EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@oglecountynews.com Around 50 people took to the sidewalks around the Ogle County Courthouse on June 20 to let local law enforcement officers know they have their support.

“We just wanted to show support for our police, fire, and EMTs,” said Diane Schrimpsher of Oregon, who suggested the event with her husband, Gary, on social media.

Those attending the “Police Appreciation Walk” walked around the historic courthouse square carrying signs that read “Ogle County Supports Our Police” and “We Support and Pray for Our Police.”

“I just mentioned it in on a Facebook group,” Gary said of the event.

“I’m not an organizer. This isn’t by me – it’s by the community. You just see on TV everybody kicking the cops down and that’s not what average Americans want. We’re not disagreeing with anybody, except cop haters, the ones you see on TV throwing rocks and things.”

He said while there might be some “bad” police officers, the vast majority are not.

“There might be some that are bad, but they [protesters] make you think they are all bad, and it’s not that way,” Gary said. “We just started planning this a couple of days ago. It just goes to show that most of the community feels like we do.”

John Tuttle of Oregon said 99.9% of police “serve and protect.”

“That’s what they do,” Tuttle said.

“I’ve always been treated well when-

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Diane Schrimpsher holds her sign in front of the old Ogle County Courthouse in Oregon on June 20. Schrimpsher, one of the organizers, is said she was demonstrating in support of law enforcement. ever I’ve been stopped.”

Joy and Don Groenhagen, also of Oregon, took part in the walk to support local police.

“We think they need all our support now,” Joy said. “You can’t abolish cops. You have to have law and order, otherwise there’d be chaos.”

The Schrimpshers purchased 30 gift certificates from the Oregon Sunrise restaurant to give to local officers. They presented 9 of those certificates to Oregon Police Chief Shawn Melville, who stopped by at the start of the walk.

“We love our community and we support our community,” Gary said.

“I was so surprised by how many people drove by honking and waving.”

Gary Schrimpsher (left) poses with Oregon Police Chief Shawn Melville and other marches at the start of the June 20 rally. Photo supplied

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TOP LEFT: People march in front of the old Ogle County Courthouse. TOP RIGHT: Displaying flags and signs, marchers showed their support of law enforcement on June 20.

LOCAL HISTORY

BY BETTY OBENDORF Curator, Polo Historical Society

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What was a mud hole doing out in the street at the end of our driveway? Kenneth quickly said, “Betty can tell you why that may be there.”

I was called to fill in some information.

When we moved into the house and had a sump pump running continually in the basement I said very casually, “That is because we have Buffalo Brook running along Colden Street on its way to Buffalo Creek out by Little Red Bridge.”

No one really payed any attention to what I said.

We were used to having a sump pump run continually because we had this in Eagle Point. We lived in a low area out there.

Well, Monday as I explained to the guys why the mud hole might be there, they had never heard of Buffalo Brook running along Colden.

In 1927 the new plant for Polo Cooperative Creamery had been built where the police department now stands.

They came out with a new butter and named it “Buffalo Brook Butter” after a small stream that flowed through the town.

In 2015 when I was writing about all the creameries we had in Polo, I mentioned the new butter named after the little brook.

Bob Karrow asked me if I knew about the little brook that ran through Polo and I did not know about where this little brook ran.

Bob said it started north of the VFW by the railroad tracks and ran underground under Polo. It created problems every now and then so they decided to straighten it.

They brought it down to Colden Street near the fire station and then brought it along Colden Street to Buffalo Creek west of Polo and tied it into the creek there.

Bob took me down in the basement of I think the fire station and then we went down another level and there was the little brook running merrily along underground.

It was very cold as spring water is.

The men working at our house this week had never heard of such a little brook, but our daughter, Krista, remembers me telling about the experience.

Does anybody else remember little Buffalo Brook running under Polo?

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Here we are to Father’s Day and it was to have been Town and Country Day’s Celebration in Polo.

Instead we are quietly celebrating at our homes with small groups of family.

I loved the picture on TV of many African American fathers with their children. We do not portray, in our nation, enough coverage of young African American father’s and their children. More emphasis needs to be made of how important fathers are to families.

Kenneth and I have been blessed with the help our children give to us.

When we moved it was our children who took over getting our needs accomplished. Susan handled the building of the handicapped ramp in the garage that has been a life saver for us. We do not even have to go outside.

Then Bruce took over the responsibility of putting in a whole new bathroom with a walk in shower and a heater in the ceiling. A warm bathroom is wonderful when you

are ninety.

Then this week, Susan and Bruce supervised the third big project of a new driveway and sidewalks. The work that had been previously done in the fifties was now very dangerous for anyone walking on it.

Kenneth had added that to our list of what needed to be done immediately.

Monday morning Jim Ports started breaking up all the old cement. I got Kenneth seated at a window to watch all the activity.

The cat was on another chair by the front door since she was not about to miss what was going on.

She is a very observant cat and wants to see when anything is brought into the house or what is going on outside.

She does not want to go out but just keeps check on all outdoor activity.

Finally as the day continued, Kenneth eventually ended up in the garage observing all the hard work of breaking up cement.

When they reached the road, Jim found a mud hole which was very unusual since we have had a streak of dry weather.

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Buffalo Brook is very busy running under Polo

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LOCAL HISTORY

Oregon came out to celebrate 150 years in 1986 Editor’s note: Otto Dick, Oregon has researched the people, places and events important in the Oregon area’s history for the Ogle County Historical Society. The following is one of a series of the articles he has written.

and ran for six performances at the Nash Rec Center.

The cast of 75 brought to life the 150 years of Oregon History. John Lindhorst was the director with an attendance of about 2,000.

On Friday night the Olde English

Banquet at Stronghold Castle with Kathryn Landers as the guest of honor.

The burying of the Time Capsule on the Coliseum lawn on Oct. 12, climaxed Oregon’s 150th anniversary.

The vault was donated by Neil Hol-

land of the Farrell Holland Funeral Home and was filled with mementos from many Oregon families. The school children packed boxes and the “Capsule” will be opened in 50 years.

“This probably was one of the most exciting and emotional things to take place during our week’s activities. Many of us will not be around in the year 2036, but we hope what we sealed in our envelopes will inspire those who open them, to carry on our hopes, wishes, dreams and goals for a safe, prosperous Oregon, and perhaps they’ll think back to Oct. 12, 1986 with the 40 degree temperature and the dreary day when about 50 of us gathered together with tears in our eyes and lumps in our throats as we passed on parts of our lives and family history to those who will carry on tradition and heritage. Love joins our present with the past and the future.”

Harry Nurmet designed the cancellation stamp scheduled for Oct. 4, during the Autumn on Parade festivities.

He said “this stamp will help create more interest for the Sesquicentennial Celebration.”

The Oregon Postmaster said we are hoping to have extended hours at the post office to handle the traffic. This special stamp is a one day stamp. It is like a proof of purchase seal and the stamp cancels the postage stamp in the upper right hand corner of a letter or post card.

All of the above information was written by Bette Landers in the Story of Oregon, Illinois.

This book was dedicated to Charles W. Mongan.

PrairieCat/Encore online ordering.

We ask that you continue to return items, as you are done with them, through the book drop that will continue to be open 24/7.

Story Time with Ms. Phyllis At 10:30 a.m. every Saturday through June and July, Ms. Phyllis will be reading a picture book on Polo Library’s Facebook page - facebook.com/pololibrary

June 1 - July 31 - “Dig Deeper: Read, Investigate, Discover!” Our 2020 Summer Reading Program has gone digital! We have programs for all ages. Visit our website, pololibrary.org, to register.

2020 Outdoor Concert Series July 11 - 6 p.m. - Polo Library Pavillion We will be kicking off our 2020 Outdoor Concert Series with The Beaux, a classic rock (1960s-1990s) cover band.

The concert starts at 6 p.m. Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

You’re welcome to bring a picnic to eat while you enjoy the music! There is plenty of room to practice safe social distancing.

Need a Library Card?

If you are new to Polo and haven’t had a chance to get a library card, or maybe you aren’t normally a reader but would like to try ebooks during this time, we will be issuing temporary library cards for people in Buffalo Township. If you are interested in this, please email library@ pololibrary.org for more information.

Wi-Fi Access Wi-Fi is still available outside of the library building by joining the Polo Public Library Guest Access network, you do not need a password.

BY OTTO DICK In 1986 the Oregon Coliseum sign read “Happy Birthday Oregon, 150 years, 1836-1986.”

Many activities were planned beginning with a historical dinner on Sept. 20, 1986 put on by the Oregon United Methodist Church Women with close to 800 attending at three seatings.

The next event was a Sesquicentennial Ball held at St. Mary’s Community Center. The ladies dressed in old-fashioned clothes with Bob Kevern and his band entertaining.

Bette Landers wore a beige chiffon (Roaring 20’s) dress that belonged to her husband Tim’s mother. It was at least 50 years old and still very beautiful.

On Sunday Sept. 18, a breakfast was held at the VFW Post 8739. In the afternoon events were held on the Ogle County Courthouse Square.

The afternoon events included a Lions Club Barbecue, an ice cream social sponsored by the Oregon Bible College, a square dance and a beard judging contest.

In the evening a Heritage of Faith Worship Service was held at the Coliseum. The Kings Men Four Gospel Quartet from Rockford entertained over 100 people. Many wore old-fashioned outfits.

Living on the River opened Oct. 2

This commemorative plate was offered in recognition of Oregon’s 150th sesquicentennial celebration in 1986. Photo provided by Otto Dick

POLO LIBRARY Library Building Reopening - July 1 Starting Wednesday, July 1, the Polo Library building will be open for patrons to come in, browse, and check out items.

Our hours for the month of July will be Mondays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesdays 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Wednesdays 10 a.m. -5 p.m., Thursdays 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. , Fridays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

We request that you wear a mask when entering the building. For those unable to wear a mask or who prefer not to enter the building, we will continue to offer curbside delivery. You can place an order by calling 815-946-2713, emailing library@pololibrary.org, or through

2020 Summer Reading Program

Questions?

If you have any questions or comments, please let us know by calling 815946-2713 or emailing library@pololibrary. org.

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Continued from Page 3 White Rock.

Stillman Valley’s zip code, 61084, has nine cases in it according to the

IDPH site. Byron’s zip code, 61010, has 20 cases. Davis Junction (61020) has 16 cases.

The zip codes that house Oregon (61061) and Mt. Morris (61054) have 10 and seven cases, respectively.

Polo’s zip code, 61064, has 10 cases in it.

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Week of June 29 Monday, June 29 - New Trivia Questions Available Monday, June 29 - Kaleigh Rogers Magician Show Tuesday, June 30 - Oregon Writers Group Wednesday, July 1 - Deadline for “Up

in the Garden” program Wednesday, July 1 - Absolute Science “Laser” Show (online) Thursday, July 2 - Video Story Time via Facebook, 10 am Thursday, July 2 - Oregon Park West Discovery Walk available Friday, July 3 Mystery Photo #5 available Up in the Garden - Wednesday, July 8 at 1:30 p.m. Zoom link (5-12 years old) Join Melinda Charbonneau, University of Illinois Extension, present a virtual program on the different mouth parts of insects. Register by calling the Library no later than July 1, so you can receive the “ag bags” for supplies and the Zoom link for the participation.

DNA and Genealogy Research: Simplified – July 7 at 2 p.m. via ZOOM DNA testing has become a popular topic among professional genealogists and everyday family researchers. This program will discuss the different DNA tests and the reasons to take each type.

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Please answer the registration questions and complete the form to be placed in the appropriate group.

We will be communicating with our participants throughout the summer as this is a new online program and we are creating things as we go.

Missions and events will also be activated on READsquared for participation. If you do not have internet access, please call the Library and leave a message with contact info and one of the staff will contact you to register.

Looking forward to a unique summer and thank you for your patience with this new way of summer reading! You can also email us at oregonlibrary.SRP@ gmail.com with questions about all things related to Summer Reading! Registration is ongoing for the Youth and Adult Summer Reading Program

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Curbside Pick-Up will be sent. We will call to notify them We are offering curbside pick- up when their items are ready for pickup. now! Hours for curbside will be Monday Please update your contact information - Thursday 10 a.m. -6 p.m. and 10 a.m.- 2 if needed. p.m. on Friday and Saturdays. You can Library staff is quarantining returned put holds on items in items for a period of time. our Library through our Recently returned matecatalog or by calling the rials may remain on your library at 815-732-2724. account longer than usual.

Please leave a message When checked in, library if we do not answer and staff will backdate matewe will get back to you rials. No overdue fines will as soon as possible. NO be charged. returns will be accepted All patron cards that in person, these items have expired in March, must be placed in the April and May have been book drop. We look forrenewed through July 1. ward to seeing you all soon!

New Library Cards We are fine free so Patrons can call the anything checked in will library or complete the not have a fine. Patrons online form on our webcan place their holds on site. all materials. Interlibrary Delivery will be resuming 2020 Summer Reading at the end of June. Please Program – Dig Deeper, be advised that there Read, Investigate, Dismay be delays. All notices cover! for holds will come from Join us this summer library staff members. for our virtual summer Mystery Photo #4: Identify reading program! Due to PrairieCat has turned the Mystery Photo and OFF all notifications. We COVID-19 constraints the post your answer on your do not have an option summer reading programs READsquared account or to turn them on for only call/email your answer to at Oregon Public Library our library. We will call the Oregon Public Library. will be a bit different from or email all patrons to previous years, but it will Be sure to include your notify them when to name, what it is, where it go on. pick up their items. No You may now register is located and a phone number. overdue or bill notices for READsquared at http://

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BERTOLET LIBRARY Closed July 4 Bertolet Memorial Library will be closed Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Summer Reading Program Calling all K-5th grade students! Stop in to the library each week to pick up a bag of take home crafts for our Summer Reading Program.

We miss seeing all of you at our Summer Reading Program. New craft bags will be available each week through July 20.

New Releases We’ve got new reading material for you! Stop in to check them out or call us

at 815-738-2742 to place a hold. Here are some of the many new titles we have for you: Adult Fiction Fog Island by Mariette Lindstein, A Long Way From Ordinary by Ann Charles, 20th Victim by James Patterson, Hush by James Patterson, Bombshell by Stuart Woods, Hit List by Stuart Woods Adult Non-Fiction Plan Your Estate - Nolo Juvenile Fiction Breadcrumbs by Anne Ursu, Diana Princess of the Amazons by Shannon

Hale Kids Picture Books Goldilocks and Just One Bear by Leigh Hodgkinson, Coyote: A Trickster Tale from the American Southwest by Gerald McDermott, Bigfoot Cinderrrrrella by Tony Johnston Insect: Friend or Foe: On Thursday, July 16, Ag in the Classroom will be providing a virtual summer reading program called, “Insect: Friend or Foe.” Participants will hear “Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt” by Kate Messner.

The garden is full of insects and their mouth parts. The program will conclude with participants completing a craft

showing the life cycle of an insect. This program will be held virtually on Thursday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m.

Contact the library to register before July 8th and receive a Zoom link.

The week prior to the program, stop by the library to pick up your “ag bag” containing the supplies needed for the craft and activities.

Romance Books A local resident has offered to give away her collection of 500 Harlequin Romance books to any who are interested.

These books are 3-5 years old. Please call the library at 815-738-2742 for her contact information.

FORRESTON LIBRARY Library Closure To help prevent the spread of COVID19, Forreston Public Library will remain closed until further notice. All programs/ activities are cancelled and all due dates have been extended.

request items from other libraries. Due to quarantine policies, delivery will take longer than usual. Please call, Facebook message, or email us at forrestonpubliclibrary@gmail.com for assistance or if you have any questions.

Curbside Delivery We are now offering curbside pickup!

Pick up times will be scheduled when you place a request. Interlibrary loans will resume on June 29 so you may also

eBooks/WiFi Even though the library is closed, you may still enjoy eBooks through Axis 360 and Biblioboard. If you would like more information on creating an account,

please let us know and we’ll be happy to help you get set up. You may also access the internet outside the library by connecting to our WiFi. No password is required.

Summer Reading Program Registration is now open for “Dig Deeper: Read, Investigate, Discover”!

This year’s program is for children from preschool through 5th grade (completed) and will mainly be weekly grab and

go activities and challenges. Please call the library at 815-938-2624 for more information or to register.

Library Updates Please continue to check our Facebook page for the most current information on our summer plans.

Also, if you have any questions or needs, please feel free to contact us through email, Facebook messenger, or by phone at 815-938-2624.

MT. MORRIS LIBRARY Curbside Pickup and Inner Library Loans Inner Library Loans return on June 29.

There is no fine on previously checked out items.

All notices for holds will come from library staff members.

Curbside Pickup will happen during the hours of 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Friday. Please note that hours are subject to change based on demand and public health.

We will notify of all changes as they come. Mt. Morris Patrons can place holds through the catalog or by calling or emailing. We will call to notify them when their items are ready for pickup.

Please update your contact information if needed.

Library staff is quarantining all returned items for a period of time.

Recently returned materials may remain on your account longer than usual.

When checked in, library staff will backdate materials. No overdue fines will be charged. All patron cards that

have expired in March, April, and May have been renewed through July 1. New library cards: Patrons can call or email the library to renew or receive new library cards. Contact the library at 815734-4927 or mmlib@ mtmorris-il.org

fun activities to do at home or outdoors that will earn you badges.

Badges will earn raffle tickets for prizes at the end of the summer.

Sign up for Summer Reading Program Last Day to Register June 30 This summer we will Tinley enjoys a virtual storytime be using a program Summer Reading with her lightning bug craft at called READsquared.

Program! the Mt. Morris Library.

Summer Reading You can use both the Program is upon us! website or the app Unlike years past we found in most app will have no in person programs. Instead stores. To register you or your child just we will be using an online resource to follow the steps below. track books, provide missions to comIf using the app: first download the plete at home, and track rewards. app then enter your library as Mt. Morris We will have fun rewards for those Public Library, IL. Click register on the who reach goals at the end of the sumnext prompt. If using a web browser: mer. This will include Mary Cheatwood visit mtmorrisreads.readsquared.com dressing up as either a Princess, a then click register at the top right corner Clown, or a Dinosaur if we collectively of the page. Once in the app or website can read 1700 books! The missions are you will be guided through registration.

Your age will automatically place you in the right group. Create a user name and password that is easy to remember and follow prompts. After you have registered feel free to explore the page!

There are places to log books, write reviews, see suggestions, view and complete missions, and even play games. New games will unlock for every 2 books read. Feel free to contact us any time for help with READsquared.

Though the library has been able to reopen for lending purposes we will not be having any in person activities this summer. To include those that will not be able to use an internet-based program, please call us at the library to state your goals and keep track of your reading and missions. Follow us on Facebook for more frequent updates and details about SRP. New Missions - Every Monday Log onto READsquared for new missions every week. These Missions are See MT> MORRIS LIBRARY, Page 9

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• MT. MORRIS LIBRARY Continued from Page 8 activities you can do at home and may include take home materials you can pick up from the library with your books. Completing Missions earns you badges! Remember each badge equals one raffle ticket at the end of summer for those who reached their goals!

The Black Hawk War and Indian Removal in Illinois - July 10 at 1 p.m.

Brought to you by our Friends of the Oregon Public Library Call the library at 815-732-2724 and register for your spot on our ZOOM program.

In April 1832, a member of the Sauk nation named Black Hawk led a group of 1,000 Native Americans across the Mississippi into Illinois. Black Hawk claimed The following Kits will be available to pick up from the library while supplies last. These can be picked up curbside along with books.

Starting June 8 - PreK: Lightning bug craft, Kids: Bug Catcher activity Starting June 22- PreK: Dinosaurs in playdough, Kids: Dinosaur Dig kits Starting July 6- All: Family Tree activity/craft, All: This is how I do it book

war dance in 1835 Chicago, and the emergence of Native American casinos in the epic clash of cultures. It all happened in a land named for an indigenous nation of people, the Illinois.

about the weeks theme. We will post a video every Friday on both Facebook and YouTube.

You can mark that you watched the video in the Missions area of READsquared for badges.

added online on Aug. 1!

End of Summer Virtual Talent Show All summer long you can email pictures or videos of your or your child’s talent to cindy@mtmorris-il.org. Submissions will be accepted until July 25.

A video compilation will be edited and

New Releases Normal People by Sally Rooney (Fiction) Before Familiar Woods by Ian Pisarcik (Fiction) Under The Rainbow by Celia Laskey (Fiction) Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend by Jenny Colgan (Fiction) Eagle Station by Dale Brown (Fiction) Walk The Wire by David Baldacci (Fiction)

Get a Digital Card!

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his people had not been properly represented at treaty negotiations with the U.S. Government, and thus they retained rights to their ancestral lands.

The Governor of Illinois reacted to Black Hawk’s return as if it was an act of war.

The battles over the next three months would become the last in the state, a climactic time in the story of Indian removal in Illinois.

In this program we will take an overview of the “Indian problem,” from first interaction with the French voyageurs, attempts at assimilation and coexistence, and finally treaties and government promises broken.

We look at the Trail of Tears, the final

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Join our Zoom call with Steve Szabados, Genealogist, by going to Zoom.com and entering the following: Meeting ID: 823 3547 8651 and Password: 792650 Trivia Night - The 80s!!

Wednesday, July 8 at 6 p.m. Go to crowd.live and type code O6W9Y We will continue to use Crowdpurr. com for our Trivia format. You can play alone or send the link to your friends

and create a team. You MUST send your Team Name to cbergoply@gmail.com to have it created before the 8th of July.

Any questions or for more information, email cbergoply@gmail.com or call the library.

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PEOPLE FEATURE

Girl’s TikTok video with officer gets 3M+ views Oregon police officer dances with local girl during BLM march

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com Jaedyn Hill thought her video would get 10 or 20 views.

It got more than 3 million.

Hill, 11, of Oregon, had a plan in mind when attended the Black Lives Matter march with her family on June 12 near the Ogle County Courthouse. She wanted to do a TikTok video with a police officer.

“I took a chance and asked [Chief Shawn Melville],” Hill’s mother, Jordyn Garcia, said. “He had no idea what it was. He got officer Matt Kalnins, who came up to her and asked if she’d dance with him. They picked an easier one.

He learned the moves and was fun about it.”

As of June 23, the video had 3.2 million views on the social media platform. Garcia was “shocked” at the response. Hill has been “over the moon” about it. Hill is one of Garcia’s five kids. They’ve lived in Oregon for 2.5 years.

The family chose to attend the march because they wanted to be a part of the movement and the moment in the country’s history.

Garcia wanted her children to see that there are people who care about them. The BLM movement has been a part of their lives for 11 years.

“My daughters are part African-American and they’ve been called n-words and slaves at school,” Garcia said. “I worry about them. It’s a big problem in the community and in the world. I had chills the whole time. It’s very scary. The march was wonderful.

They got to see the positivity and negativity.”

The march drew over 300 people.

There were a handful of dissenters.

A moment of silence was held for

George Floyd, who was killed in police custody on Memorial Day in Minneapolis. Marches like Oregon’s have swept the nation since Floyd’s death.

Hill said she was “happy and excited” that Kalnins wanted to do the video with her.

“He was a nice officer and wasn’t saying stand back like the other ones were,” Hill said. “I feel really good about that.”

Most of Hill’s friends have seen the video and have told her how awesome they thought it was. A neighbor asked her about how she got famous all of the sudden.

Garcia was happy she took her children to experience the march and hopes that Hill and her siblings take something away from the experience.

“That there’s good in everybody,” Garcia said. “She’s a young black woman and a white officer did that with her. She’s seeing how the world has responded. She got to be a part of something and she’ll have that forever.”

Jaedyn Hill, left, films a TikTok video with Oregon Police Officer Matt Kalnins during the Black Lives Matter march in Oregon on June 12. Photo supplied

PARK DISTRICT NEWS

Nash Recreation Center will reopen on July 8 OPD playgrounds, dog park, splash pad, shelters open June 26

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com The Oregon Park District will reopen its Nash Recreation Center on July 8 following a months-long closure to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

OPD’s playgrounds, dog park, splash pad and shelter will reopen on June 26 in accordance with the state’s fourth phase of its reopening plan starting. Gatherings of 50 people or less will be allowed in phase four. In-person outdoor activities began earlier this month with social distancing and limited participants.

“The Park District is taking a proactive stance to keep our community, participants and staff safe during the COVID-19 pandemic,” OPD Executive Director Erin Folk said in a press release. “We are currently operating and will continue to operate within the applicable

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Splash Canyon Park at Oregon Park West is scheduled to reopen on Friday, June 26. parameters set forth by the Governor’s office, the Center for Disease Control and the Illinois Department of Public Health.”

OPD will be using reduced program sizes, frequent handwashing, staggered program times, increased equipment cleaning and program modifications going forward to pre-

vent the spread of COVID-19. Signs will be posted to remind all users of social distancing recommendations.

Nash will re-open with capacity limits and social distancing requirements as identified by IDPH. A new reservation system will be introduced to allow users to schedule a use time for the pool, fitness center

and gym. This technology will assist with operations and limit group sizes.

Reservations can be made by calling 815-732-3101 or at www.oregonpark.org beginning July 1.

To help users better understand the new procedures, OPD has created a ‘We Play Safe’ document to outline expectations at www.oregonpark.org.

“These procedures are new and may take time for our users to adapt, but we are here for you and ready to assist in any way we can,” Folk said.

“We want our residents to understand, we take very seriously the well-being of our community and nothing is more important to us than the health and safety of our participants and guests.“ “However, we also understand that the suspension of access to our recreation programs and facilities has resulted in a negative effect on our community’s overall physical and mental wellness,” Folk said.

“We know that it’s time to get back to recreation in Oregon and we look forward to welcoming you back on July 8.”

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ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Phone 815-541-4863

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Gary Branam www.baileyvillebaptistchurch.org

BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH

400 W. Center St., Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201

BROOKVILLE & ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES

Brookville: 17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkorn: Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads

CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana Pastor Matt Smith 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com

CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767

OPEN BIBLE

302 S. Franklin St., Polo Luke Schier, Pastor 815-946-2848 PoloOpenBible.org

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH Polo Campus

EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD

107 N. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569

EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH

FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH

EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

2997 N. German Church Rd. Rev. Josiah Youngquist.

815-732-6313 www.ebenezerreformed.com

764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes 815-732-2424

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St., Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Logan Murphy 815-734-4942 www.efcmm.org office@efcmm.org

FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Pastor Jeremy Heller 815-946-3588

501 Third Ave. Pastor Lyle Zumdahl 815-938-2424 lylezumdahl@gmail.com

Pastor Karyn Kost 815-661-6315 www.freedomlutheran.org.

GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203

FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 faithumcpolo

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA)

505 Hill St., Oregon Pastor David Snow 815-732-2642 www.fbcoregon.org

200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com

EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor Sung-Eun Kim 815-938-2380

860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Pastor Michael Hoffman 815-732-6847

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

200 S. Fourth, Oregon Rev. Megan Smick 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Pastor Charlotte Hoppe 815-946-3949

POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

8210 E. Edwardsville Rd., German Valley Pastor Eric Schlukebir 815-362-6601 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Billy Hardy 815-738-2205 leafriverbc@gmail.com

ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Rev. Michael Bolger 815-864-2548

SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

SILVER CREEK REFORMED CHURCH

609 S. 10th St., Oregon Craig Arnold, Pastor 812-236-1213

ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Mark Phillips Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 760-550-4563

114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367

RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH

104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor Sung-Eun Kim 815-345-3038

NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH

16032 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon 815-864-2448

LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

409 W. Brayton Rd, P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573

213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535

416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199

1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon Rev. Eldred George 815-732-7211 www.saintbrides.org saint.bride.church@gmail.com

4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Matt Smith

ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742

Congress Ave. & Webster St. Pastor Leslie Lake PoloCob@risebroadband.net

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

102 N. Maple St., Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt 815-734-4853 www.disciplesumc.org

OREGON CHURCH OF GOD

Church and Main Streets Pastor Don Plock

LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH

205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Pastor Chris Bradshaw 815-837-5255 polo@crossroadscn.com www.crossroadscn.com

22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104

FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH

7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Presbyterian Church in America Pastor Drew Jones 815-938-3605 www.forrestongrovechurch.com

6024 N. Columbine Rd., Forreston Rev. Karyn Kost 815-661-6315 pastorofstjames1850@gmail.com

ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH

201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919

326 S. Bunker Hill Rd. German Valley Pastor Grant Mulder 815-362-2129

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 trinitymmil@frontier.com www.trinitymmil.net

VAN BROCKLIN-FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3582 Bolton Rd.., Freeport Pastor Dawn Barr 815-291-0601

WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Rd., Forreston 815-938-2586

How to submit church news Changes in church listings and articles about special church services and events can be emailed to news@oglecountynews.com.

For more information call 815-732-6166 ext. 2591.

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‘We need that pool open and some sort of normalcy’

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com

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The Polo Pool was packed last summer when temperatures climbed to 90 degrees. People from the surrounding towns around Polo said they come to the pool because there are no other outside swimming pools in the area. plete the project.

Loomis said that at its peak on a hot day, about 210-220 people visit the pool during a single session. The new limits mean the pool can only operate at about 20 percent of its max capacity.

Usually the pool opens around Memorial Day. The board hopes to be leave it open through Labor Day weekend this year.

“It’ll be a fraction,” Loomis said.

“Last year [the pool] generated over $30,000. This year, if we get 20 percent of that we’ll consider it a suc-

cess.”

The board talked about possibly doing different sessions to eliminate issues like lines, but decided on a first-come, first-serve approach.

Swim lessons and water aerobics will still be offered. Some parties are already scheduled.

“We hope local people can get in, but we know a lot of it will be people from out of town,” Loomis said.

The pool is all filled and ready to go. That was going to happen regardless due to the upkeep costs that would have come with the pool

sitting empty and not running for two years and deteriorating.

“It was grim,” Loomis said of the outlook on opening the pool in recent months. “I talked with area park districts that also have pools.

If we couldn’t open, our pool maintenance guy said we’d still have to fill the pool and run it to save from maintenance costs. That’s when we decided to fill it.”

Loomis also said Polo’s parks will be open on June 26 as well, in accordance with state guidelines.

YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Electronic recycling returns to Oregon on Friday, June 26 The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department will accept electronics for recycling on Friday, June 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the County Annex Building, 909 Pines Road in Oregon.

People dropping off items must stay in their vehicles with the windows closed. They must show proof of Ogle County residency, such as a drivers’ license, voter registration card, or recent utility bill, through the window.

Electronic items must be easy for

staff to remove and clear of original packaging. The limit is seven bulky item limit per vehicle; a box or tub loaded with smaller items is considered one bulky item.

Disposing of microwave ovens will cost $5 each, and payments for the exact amount, cash or check, must be taped to the outside of the vehicle window before going through the line. Make checks payable to Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department.

Do not bring items from people

who have tested positive for COVID19.

Acceptable are TVs, electronic hardware, video gaming systems, VCR-DVD players, cable and satellite boxes, radios, stereo equipment (no wooden speakers), digital clocks, holiday light strands, extension cords, phone systems, calculators, shredders, rechargeable batteries, CFL bulbs, and printer ink cartridges.

Not acceptable are smoke detectors, household appliances, vacu-

um cleaners, fans, heaters, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, lamps, power tools, alkaline batteries, LED bulbs, exercise equipment, any kind of medical equipment, toys or drones, business or institutional electronic items, and packaging from electronic items such as boxes, plastic wrapping, and Styrofoam.

Call the department at 815-7324020, go to oglecounty.org or find Ogle County Solid Waste Management Dept. on Facebook for more information.

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Patrons of the Polo Pool can get back in the swim of things this Saturday, well at least 45 of them.

The popular outdoor swimming pool will open with a limit of 45 patrons and 5 staff members in accordance with the state’s reopening Phase 4 plan that kicks off June 26.

The Polo Park Board made the decision to open the pool at its June 17 meeting.

Board Chairman Larry Loomis said park representatives have talked repeatedly with the Ogle County Health Department and the state about guidelines related to opening.

He and the board are happy to get the attraction back in town.

“It means a lot,” Loomis said. “The psychological impacts, we need that.

There’s no softball or baseball or any of the other events in town. We need that pool open and some sort of normalcy.”

There will be no summer passes offered because of the abbreviated season. There will be not be a concession building although some beverages and snacks might be offered at the check in counter pending state regulations.

The concession stand was closed by the OCHD last year and a new one still is still in the fundraising process. About $18,750 has been raised for the new concession stand with $30,000-$35,000 needed to com-

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OREGON GRADUATION

Graduates reflect on year at “drive-in” ceremony Commencement was held at dusk with a movie screen backdrop

BY EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@oglecountynews.com An evening commencement, complete with videotaped messages, live streaming, and a “drive-in feel”, capped the end of the COVID-19 school year at Oregon High School on June 19.

Ninety three seniors and their families waited in or near their parked cars in the Blackhawk Center lot as they prepared to walk across an outdoor stage and pick up their diplomas.

“I know this isn’t the way you wanted it to go, but I don’t know, I think its kind of cool,” said Heidi Deininger, OHS prinElizabeth cipal, who opened the 8:30 p.m. ceremony.

Villarreal “It’s momentous, its new, we’re doing the best we can, right?

“You finally got to this day. I know its be a long road, especially the past 65 days. We’ve all…,” Deininger said pausing, “we’ve all faced uncertainty, disappointment, worry and even fear. But you made it to this day to celebrate your achievements and your school career.

“Sorry it’s been hard on us too,” she continued, her voice breaking. “Each and everyone of you has accomplished something big or small while at OHS. Above all, I watched all of you persevere the last three months during some uncertain times.”

Karlie Hughes was one of three seniors who reflected on the school year during the hour-long event. She urged her classmates to face their challenges “head on”.

“The world you once knew has undergone some drastic changes,” she said via video. “Heck we are just now having our graduation ceremony—social distancing style.

I’ve found focusing on the negatives in life will only hold you back. So, please focus on the good and keep pushing forward because you can do this. To the Class of 2020 remember serving and helping others gives us perspective and keeps us from getting caught up in ourselves.”

Lauren Montavon said the Class of 2020 made many “great memories over the years” despite the pandemic

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ABOVE: Senior Class President Holly Handschuch gets a high five from her mom at the end of the social-distancing, drive-in, commencement for Oregon High School. BELOW LEFT: Ryanne DeHaan (left) and Breanna DeHaan watch from the top of their family’s vehicle. BELOW RIGHT: Eddie Buttens waits to hug his sister Megan as they meet on the stage to get their diplomas.

taking away important senior milestones “like prom, the spring sports season and the last three months of school”.

Elizabeth Villarreal said the Class of 2020’s senior year was not one anyone expected.

“Instead of a year filled with joy and fun we got one filled with isolation and a cycle of injustice and violence,” she said. “Regardless of that we still managed to make it here today. Today is our day. We can finally make our mark and maybe an impact on our world.”

She said that while many may be unsure of what to do after high school, there were still many choices.

“The pandemic doesn’t make them any easier, but whatever choice you make I want you all to know that you shouldn’t be stressed because you are ready. Our class is resilient. You just have to be confident about your

life and yourself and own it. And if you are still unsure, then the fact that you survived about 3 months of glitchy Zoom classes is more than enough proof.

“This is no longer story of Class of 2020, but our own individual stories.

From here on out its our time to shine and make our own decisions,” she continued. “This also means stepping up for what we each believe

in and making our voices heard.

There’s a lot of negativity in our world, with the pandemic, the riots, and the horrific death of George Floyd, but now we’re at the point where we can make a difference. It there’s one thing the pandemic has taught us its not to live with regrets because as we now understand, our lives can change in a matter of seconds.”

DONATION

Employees at Exelon Generation’s Byron Generating Station hold a mock check and signs with the names of some of the food pantries that received donations through a recent fundraising effort. Photo supplied Byron Generating Station employees donated to the following food banks/pantries: Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry, Belvidere-Boone County Food Pantry, Bread of Life of Stillman Valley, Community Food Pantry of Dixon, Echo Food Bank of Janesville (Wisconsin), 2 Feeding America, Freeport Area Church Cooperative, Lifeline & Self Help of Oregon, New Life Community Center of Forreston, Northern Illinois Food Bank, Peca-

tonica Community Food Pantry, People Helping People of Byron, Rochelle Christian Food Pantry, Rock River Food Pantry, Rockford Rescue Mission, Sauk Valley Food Bank, Sycamore Food Pantry, Sycamore United Methodist Food, and Walworth (Wisconsin) County Food Pantry.

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Employees at Exelon Generation’s Byron Generating Station recently set a goal to raise $25,000 for local food pantries to help families affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

The nuclear plant’s workers eclipsed that goal, raising $35,191 for 19 area food banks. Approximately half of the amount raised went to Northern Illinois Food Bank.

“Our essential workforce continues to safely generate carbon-free electricity for the region.

But after seeing local job losses and a weakening economy, our employees wanted to do something positive for the region and beyond,” said Mark Kanavos, site vice president at Byron Generating Station. “We all know someone affected in some way by the coronavirus pandemic. Helping to fill food pantry shelves is just one way we can assist in this time of need.”

Byron Station’s employee resource groups (ERGs) also contributed funds from their respective committees, each of which has a specific focus area like military charity support, nuclear power education and employee goodwill.

“In these challenging days the donations received by Bread of Life Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen in Stillman Valley are making it possible to feed our neighbors in need,” said Bread of Life board member Alicia Lindholtz. “Exelon Generation has shown itself once again to be generous and community minded. We are very grateful for their support.”

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POLO GRADUATION

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LEFT: Ramsey Shroyer reaches out to accept his diploma from Jill Blake at the end of Polo High School’s commencement. ABOVE: Polo graduate Jace Coffey (left) shoots a classmate with Silly String following the ceremony. BELOW: The graduation ceremony was held on the Marcos’ football field with families and friends watching from their vehicles.

Fans back on the field, this time for graduation

BY EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@oglecountynews.com When the Polo Marcos football clinched a state final appearance in 8-man football last fall, no one foresaw parents and family members of Polo High School’s Class of 2020 back on the gridiron again, this time watching graduation from the 50-yard line while sitting in lawn chairs in the back of pick up trucks.

But that’s exactly what happened Sunday and this time all the fans of the Class of 2020 came in sedans, vans, pick up trucks, and even a couple of convertibles to watch the school’s commencement exercise.

In a shortened ceremony due to the pandemic, 34 graduates waited in the bleachers to cross a

portable stage at mid-field.

Audrey Hess and Nicole Zeigler offered Senior Class Remarks and thanked everyone for attending the “unique ceremony to celebrate the Class of 2020”.

The pair thanked all the Polo teachers for their hard work. “We know that putting up with us for 4 years has not exactly been easy,” Hess said.

They said teachers surpassed normal duties to educate students during the pandemic.

“Not only did they make themselves available to us whenever we needed them, they spent hours filming their own lectures that made us feel like we were getting a classroom experience despite being confined to our homes,” Ziegler said. “Mr. Reece also made sure to include his joke of the day.”

“They also took a day out of their busy schedule to deliver yard signs and chat with each and every senior. None of their efforts have gone unappreciated,” she said.

Both thanked parents, family members, and the Polo community for supporting numerous extracurricular activities. “We know we can always rely on their unconditional support as we continue to learn and grow.”

They said growing up in such a “tightly knit community has allowed us to form many close friendships within our grade”.

“The Class of 2020 is one that sincerely understands what it means to be there for one another.

Congratulations Class of 2020. It has been an honor to grow and graduate with you,” they said.

PUBLIC VOICE To the Editor:

In 1776, Abigail Adams wrote to her husband John, asking him and other members of the Continental Congress to “remember the ladies” as they legislated. They didn’t. A mere 100 years ago, our nation remembered the ladies, giving women the right to vote.

During this time of seismic shift in race relations, there is a major push to rename military bases because many are named after Confederates. Why not name some of them after females who have figured in our military history?

Col. Ruby Bradley was an Army nurse. When she was captured in the Philippines, she gave most of her rations to starving children and was liberated weighing 86 pounds. She went on to serve in Korea, retiring in 1958. She was one of the most decorated women in U.S. military history.

Dr. Mary Walker, who served during the Civil War, is the only female Medal of Honor recipient.

Spc. Lori Piestewa was the first Native American woman in history to die in combat and the first U.S. military woman killed in the Iraq War. Brig. Gen. Anna Mae Hays, Army nurse, was promoted to brigadier general in 1970. She became the first woman in the history of the Army to attain the general rank.

Rear Adm. Alene B. Duerk was the first female admi-

ral in the Navy.

Pvt. Cathay Williams was the first black woman to enlist in the U.S. Army and the only known female Buffalo soldier.

Col. Mary Halleren was a member of the first training class of the Women’s Auxiliary Army Corps. She commanded the largest all-female unit to serve overseas.

In 1948, as director of the Women’s Army Corps, she advocated for women to be integrated as regular members of the military beyond wartime.

Lt. Col. Marcella Hayes was the first black female pilot in the U.S. military.

I have not added our heroic Sen. Tammy Duckworth to this list. She has miles to go before her service to country is over, but keep her in mind.

Remember the ladies.

Muriel Messer

Polo

Disappointed in dog owner’s nonpayment To the Editor:

Today we learned a lesson about honesty, accountability, trust, and lack of compassion for a sick animal.

On April 22, 2016, our mini Schnauzer was viciously attacked on our front porch by a pit bull mix. If my husband wouldn’t have heard me screaming we would have had to bury our beloved dog. Our dog was bleeding from some tooth punctures on his head. We had to get him to the closest vet immediately. Staples were

needed to close the wounds. Animal control was called and he and the vet clinic unanimously agreed the owner of the attacking dog should be held responsible for the vet bill.

When we had to go to the vet clinic in July 2017 to pick up a prize, we found that she had not paid any of the bill. After confronting her about the bill, the dog owner said that she would take care of it. She paid $40.50 that month and another $20 in November 2017.

We went into the vet clinic that month and asked if she was paying the bill and the receptionist was very snippy with us and told us that yes, she is taking care of it. So we assumed she was paying it off in payments. Then she quit paying the bill with $80 remaining on it, which we just found out this past week.

Today our mini Schnauzer was sick. So I called the clinic and made an appointment. We were very happy when they said they had an opening, because our regular clinic in Dixon was booked. About 10 minutes later, they called and said we had an outstanding bill of $80 and they wouldn’t see him unless the bill was paid.

If she started paying Cody’s bill, why didn’t they bill her? She had accepted the responsibility of owing the bill. We feel Cody was held hostage for $80 that was not our responsibility. This was so wrong on every level.

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COUNTY TAXES

First installment of property tax bills due July 1 Ogle County Collector Linda Beck is reminding property owners that the first installment of their property tax bill is due July 1.

Payment methods include cash or check (payable to Ogle County Collector). In-person payments can be made at the Treasurer’s office located in the “old” Ogle County Courthouse at 105 S. 5th Street, Suite 114, in Oregon or at any bank in Ogle County.

Office hours at the courthouse are 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday excluding holidays.

A secure drop box is located at the 5th Street address for taxpayers to drop off check payments after hours or on the weekends.

The mailing address is Ogle County Collector, P.O. Box 40, Oregon, IL 61061. Mailed payments must be postmarked by the due date to be considered timely.

Late payments will incur a fee of 1.5% per month or part of a month after the due date and must be remitted by mail or at the Collector’s office.

Beck’s office is also offering the option of online credit card payments.

“You may get to this site by going directly to www.oglecountytreasurer.org or through www. oglecounty.org and then selecting the Treasurer’s department. Choose the Online Tax Payments link and click the Pay Now button,” Beck said.

“Fill in the information as prompted. Be sure to receive a payment confirmation for your records.

Please note that this service carries a fee; review the convenience fees prior to making payment.”

OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity June 16 Jonathan Mercado-Feliciano was arrested at 11:13 p.m. for driving while license revoked after deputies initiated a traffic stop in the 2,000 block of West Illinois 64. Mercado-Feliciano was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

June 17 Carlos Loyola, 22, of Rochelle was arrested at 2:44 p.m. for unlawful possession of cannabis after deputies conducted a traffic stop at Illinois 38 and Chana Road. Deputies also arrested the passenger, Anthony Urrutia, 30, of Rochelle, for a valid Ogle County arrest warrant for failure to appear. Both were transported to the Ogle County Jail where they were held in lieu of bond.

At 10:23 p.m., deputies responded to the 900 block of East Hay Road for a report of a one vehicle crash. It was determined that a Ford Fusion driven by Steven Early was traveling east on Hay Road when he swerved to miss a deer, Ogle County property transfers recorded week of June 12-18.

Warranty Deeds • Robert E. Schultze to Brian Powell, 524 Rolling Lane, Dixon, $140,000.

• Kathryn J. Ubben to DLMJ Investments LLC, 413 E. Hitt St., Mt. Morris, $39,900.

• Mark and Ellen Ebert to Patrick and Misty D. McBride, 406 S. Franklin Ave., Polo, $105,000.

• The late George A. Wrasse by heirs to Stephanie Voss, 4849 E. Ashelford Drive, Byron, $167,000.

causing him to strike a tree.

Early’s vehicle caught fire and was deemed a total loss. No injuries were sustained in the crash. Deputies were assisted on scene by Oregon Fire. The crash remains under investigation.

At 6:31 p.m., deputies responded to the 17,000 block of West U.S. 52 for a report of a one vehicle rollover crash.

After an investigation it was determined that a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven

by Nathaniel Artz, 18, of Mt. Morris was traveling east on U.S. 52 when he lost control and overturned in the field on the north side of the road.

Artz was transported to Freeport’s hospital by Polo Fire and Ambulance.

Deputies were assisted on scene by Polo Fire and Police. The crash remains under investigation.

At 4:28 p.m. deputies responded to the 13,000 block of Milledgeville Road for a one vehicle rollover accident. After an investigation, deputies determined that a 1997 Ford Ranger driven by a juvenile male from Polo was traveling east on Milledgeville Road when he lost control of the Ford, causing it to roll • Nitram Properties Inc. to Wayne and Priscilla Cole, one parcel in Stonegate subdivision, Oregon, $0.

• Larry D. Stiles to DLMJ Investments LLC, 502 S. Second St., Oregon, $20,000.

• Brian Bernard to Dakota McGinnis, 773 N. Seven Hickory Road, Byron, $158,000.

• Jeffrey A. and Karen K. Bumsted to Brian C. Brown and Kristen M. Kipping, 1000 Barber Ave., Polo, $130,000.

• David A. and Pamela S. Cunningham to Michael A. and Kaylene Reynolds, one parcel in Mt. Morris, $128,000.

over one time. The juvenile was uninjured and released to his parents. The crash remains under investigation.

June 18 Elvie A. Turnage, 49, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was arrested at 7:58 p.m. for driving while license revoked after deputies conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 39 at mile marker 104. Turnage was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

June 19 Chelsie J. Smith, 36, of Freeport, was arrested on a failure to appear warrant.

Smith’s bond was set at $696 pending a court appearance.

Joseph Kielsmeier, 34, of Leaf River, was arrested on a warrant for being present within a school zone as a child sex offender. Kielsmeier was transported to the Ogle County Jail. He posted $1,000 bond on June 22 and is scheduled to be arraigned on July 10.

June 20 Ashley Paddie, 29, of Mt. Morris was arrested at 9:18 p.m. for aggravated • Larry B. Aska to Shawn M. Lee and Elyse C. Troscinski, 5840 S. Beebe Drive, Rochelle, $155,900.

• Matthew D. and Kellie J. Downing, also Dummer, to Brian Bakker, 1002 Lakeview Drive, Rochelle, $101,000.

• Deanna and Lawrence Kohon to Nicholas J. and Caitlin J. Trainor, 6498 N. River Drive, Byron, $237,000.

• Terry L. Daugherty and Sara R. Jurmu to Joshua K. Beard, 111 Transit St., Creston, $152,000.

• Jason E. Beck to Michael J. Feldhaus, 427 N. 12th St., Rochelle, $105,000.

• Barbara A. Tolliver to Cody A. and

unlawful use of a weapon, a violation of the cannabis control act, aggravated assault and no FOID card after deputies received a complaint from a resident in the rural Oregon area that a woman had threatened a person with a handgun and left. Paddie was later located in Oregon

by Oregon Police. She was taken to the Ogle County Jail.

Buddy List, 43, of Ashton was arrested for driving while license suspended on Illinois 64 after being stopped for speeding. List was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

June 21 Nicholas Russi, 51, of Oregon was arrested at 11:30 p.m. for aggravated domestic battery following an investigation of a battery that occurred last week. He was taken to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

June 22 Michael Rowe, 29, of Shannon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving under the influence of alcohol. Rowe posted 10% of a $5,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on July 24.

Jenna E. Behmer, third party, Scott Township, 171 Harvest Glenn Drive, Davis Junction, $167,500.

• Jason E. and Kelly A. Burdin to Daniel S. Slaveck, 1014 Lakeview Drive, Rochelle, $100,000.

• Jacob M. Hobby to Jeffrey D. and Jessica M. Bacher, 6723 Woodland Drive, Stillman Valley, $174,000.

• Richard W. and Sally A. Fisher to Bradley J. Countryman, 404 S. Third Ave., Forreston, $149,625.

See PROPERTY TRANSFERS, Page 19

William Reynolds “Bill” Hungerford, 72 of Flat Rock, North Carolina, died on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at his home. Born in Chicago, he was a son of the late Reynolds and Mary Zoe Hungerford.

He called Illinois home for many years. Bill was a Communications Technician and was a member of the National Guard.

RODGER DALE RAUCH Rodger Dale Rauch, 75, of Mt. Morris, passed away Friday June 19, 2020 in his home from a long-term illness.

He was born May 15, 1945 in Freeport, the son of Herman and Edna (Ridgeway) Rauch.

He graduated in Oregon, Illinois in 1963. He worked

He was preceded in death by his late wife, of 11 years Sharon Hungerford in 1995; and a nephew Derek.

Surviving is his wife of 18 years, Barbara Hungerford, his two daughters, Tammy O’Neil and husband Chris of Sycamore, and Autumn Barr and husband Grant of South Elgin; three sons Scott Hungerford and wife K.C. of Hendersonville, North Carolina, John Hungerford, of Sterling, and Billy Hungerford and fiancé Eva Catt of

Hendersonville, North Carolina; three step-daughters Lorna Terry and husband Phil of Sycamore, Nicole Freeman and husband Chris of Columbia, South Carolina, and Jennifer Diehl and husband Chris of Polo; step-son Christopher Bedenk of Chicago; 19 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his sister Betty Zoe Wakefield of Culver, Indiana.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

at Camcor Tool & Die, Chrysler, then Rochelle Foods (Hormel).

He enjoyed playing cards, turtle fishing, betting on horse racing, attending his AA meetings, and spending time with his friends and family.

He is survived by his children: daughter Laurie Priar and son Rodger “Dave” Rauch and grandchildren Shawn Rauch, Kendra (Chris) Jacobs, and Samantha

(Andy) Reising.

Per his request, he did not want a visitation or funeral. He will be cremated, and we will be having a celebration of life at a later date for family.

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MARRIAGE LICENSES Ogle County Clerk Laura Cook has issued the following marriage licenses.

• PROPERTY TRANSFERS Continued from Page 18 • The late Michelle Schoening by heirs to Oscar Hernandez and Deborah S. McCarty, 105 Moring Court, Oregon, $94,500.

• Judith A. Gove Trust, Judith A. Gove, trustee to Robert William and Esther Jane Mongan, 15555 W. state Route 64, Polo, $580,000.

• Andrew J. and Trinda Fox to John W. and Violet J. Ebens, 386 Oregon Trail Road, Oregon, $135,000.

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• James R. and Mary M. Williams to Kevin D. and Kathy Jay Grossman, 5217 W. Murray Drive, Grand Detour, $125,000.

Quit Claim Deeds • LCL Real Estate Inc. to Barbara J. and David Speed, one parcel in White Rock Township, $0.

• Thomas J. and Cynthia J. Engelbrecht to Zachary M. Rice, 106 Minnesota Drive, Dixon, $0.

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Trustee’s Deeds • LDS Trust116, Larry D. Stiles, trustee, to Larry D. Stiles, 502 S. Second St., Oregon, $0.

• Detig Trust1, Nancy A. Detig, trustee to Terry L. and Sara R. Daugherty, 10065 E. Raindance Drive, Rochelle, $219,000.

Executor’s Deed • The late Robert J. Miller by executor to Tanner L. Behrends, 8243 N. Meadowlark Lane, Davis Junction, $155,000.

William Earl Colquitt Jr. and Blair Jami Nicole Sankey, both of Polo.

Michael Randolph Morgan of La Grange and Hannah Joy Doan of Wooster, Ohio.

Kenneth David Rudy and Angela Antoinette Anzalone, both of Byron.

Lee Arthur Huck Jones and Kara Rachel Koman, both of Dixon.

Deed • West Suburban Bank Trust10553, West Suburban Bank, trustee to J-Heid Inc., three parcels in Buffalo Township, $0.

Deed in Trust • Jeffrey S. and Sandra L. Bain to Jeffrey S. and Sandra L. Bain irrevocable trust, Brianne E. Drake and Kelsey R. Kellerman, trustees, 1161 W. Second St., Byron, $0 and 420 Sunbeam Court, Stillman Valley, $0.

Source: Ogle County Recorder’s Office

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June 12 Trent Jerome Snodgrass and Jessica Terese Donovan, both of Byron.

Daniel Garcia of Orland Hills and Krista Jill Ramirez of Chicago.

Erik Douglas Brehm and Sarah Marie Trobaugh, both of Aurora, Colorado.

Bradley Dean Wolber and Dolores Ann Christians, both of Mt. Morris.

Marlon Alonso Torres of Spring, Texas and Karen Elizabeth Castillo of Chicago.

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ART & EDUCATION

Students fare well in contest An Ogle County student have been chosen as the winner of the Congressional Art Competition for the 16th District.

Marlen Hueramo of Rochelle Township High School won the competition with, “El Loro,” created with colored pencils and ink.

The winning piece will be displayed in the halls of the U.S. Capital for one year.

Polo High School’s Reylee Katner received Honorable Mention.

Katner’s graphite submission, “Satisfaction,” will hang in the Rockford office of Congressman Adam Kinzinger, R-Channahon, for one year.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, students were able to submit their art entries digitally as well as in person at the office.

The deadline for this year’s competition also was extended to accommodate the extended stayat-home orders across the state.

Despite these hurdles, more than 20 entries were turned in.

BRIEFS Chana School Foundation sale is June 26-27 in Oregon The Chana School Foundation will have its annual fundraiser to support the 1883 Chana School Museum on Friday, June 26 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, June 27 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Oregon Coliseum.

“We will have to comply with the health department guidelines for the safety of all, for Phase 4 of recovery, so please note the guidelines for that last week of June for face masks, etc.,” said organizer Connie Stauffer.

All money raised at this fundraiser will benefit the 1883 Chana School Museum which is a not for profit organization.

For more information call Stauffer at 815-732-2447.

Grand Detour Village Wide Garage Sales set for July 17-18 “Satisfaction,” a graphite by Honorable Mention winner Reylee Katner of Polo Community High School, will hang in Marlen Hueramo of Rochelle Township High the Rockford office of Congressman School with, “El Loro,” created with colored pencils and ink.

Adam Kinzinger for one year.

The Grand Detour Village Wide Garage Sales will be Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 starting at 7:30 a.m.

More information will be available as the date approaches.

STATE NEWS

IDNR reminds people to leave black bear alone Bruin spotted first in Iowa then in Henderson County in south-central Illinois The message from Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) biologists and Conservation Police Officers (CPOs) is clear: Leave the black bear currently passing through western Illinois alone.

IDNR biologists and CPOs have been closely monitoring the bear since it crossed into Illinois from Wisconsin June 10. The bear then crossed into Iowa and came back into Illinois in southern Rock Island County June 18.

Since then, the bear has traveled through northwestern Illinois mostly not bothered until it passed through northwest Henderson County Father’s Day weekend, where more than 300 people gathered to view, follow and harass the bear.

It was last seen June 21 headed south toward Stronghurst in southern Henderson County, southwest of Monmouth.

“For the most part, we’ve not seen conflicts between the public and bear until recently and, unfortunately, those conflicts were caused entirely by people,” said Stefanie Fitzsimons, district wildlife biologist, IDNR. “It’s a novelty to see a bear in Illinois, and people want to see it for themselves, but they must remember that the outcome for this bear – whether IDNR must step in and take action to protect public safety – is completely dependent

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This Ogle County Newspapers photo from June 2014 shows the small black bear as he looked down on the crowd that had formed after he climbed a tree southwest of Mt. Morris. The IDNR is reminding residents not to harass another black bear that was recently spotted in Iowa and Henderson County in Illinois. on how the public react to it. If the bear is left alone, it can continue its journey safely on its own.”

Fitzsimons said the bear is likely just passing through the state looking for a mate and won’t stay long because Illinois doesn’t provide appropriate habitat for an animal that big.

The most important thing to remember if people

spot the bear is that it’s a wild animal and should be treated as such. In fact, Fitzsimons added, people should stay at least 100 yards away from the bear and enjoy watching it from a distance.

“Certainly, the more pressure is put on the bear, the more likely we’ll see an adverse outcome,” said Captain Laura Petreikis, Illinois Conservation Police. “As is always the case, we want to ensure the safety of both people and animals. If we continue to see situations like we saw this past weekend, Conservation Police will issue tickets and make arrests to ensure the safety of both the public and the bear.”

A small black bear was spotted numerous times in Ogle County in June 2014 before moving on to Carroll County.

The 200-pound male bear spent several hours in and near Mt. Morris on June 18, 2014 in an oak tree a mile or so near M. Morris before lumbering off through a cornfield to the west in the early evening.

The bear sightings started early in the morning and was seen on a surveillance camera at Trinity Lutheran Church running through yards on the other side of Brayton Road.

Illinois once had thousands of black bears, but by the mid-1800s, settlers had killed them all for their meat and hides.

They are now protected by the Illinois Wildlife Code and may not be hunted, killed or harassed unless there is an imminent threat to person or property.

were issued on June 16, 2020 to Kenneth Charles Ludewig, 12604 W. Haldane Road, Polo, IL 61064 and Wendy Louis Stabenow, 7964 E. Kelly Road, Ridott, IL 61067, the legal representatives of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Dan G. Fish101 LEGAL NOTICES burn, Fishburn Whiton Thruman, 8 E. Stephenson Street, P.O. Box 877, Freeport, Illinois 61032.

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ANNUAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the legal voters, residents of the Town Mt. Morris of Township in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois, that the Annual Township Meeting of said Township will take place on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 being the third Tuesday of said month at the hour of 7:00 p.m. at the Township Office, 105 W. Lincoln, Mt. Morris for the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said Township; and after a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider Reports of Officers and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting; and especially to consider and decide the following agenda: Elect a Moderator Approve Minutes of the 2019 Annual Meeting Approve the Supervisors Annual Financial Statement Appoint an Audit Firm Dated June 18, 284-2222 2020.

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of Case No. 2020 P 43 BARBARA R. LUDEWIG, deceased CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Barbara R. Ludewig.

Letters of Office were issued on June 16, 2020 to Kenneth Charles Ludewig, 12604 W. Road, Haldane Polo, IL 61064 and Louis Wendy Stabenow, 7964 E. Kelly Road, Ridott, IL 61067, the legal representatives of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Dan G. Fishburn, Fishburn Whiton Thruman, 8 E. Stephenson Street, P.O. Box 877, Freeport, Illinois 61032.

Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before December 28, 2020, 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 of the Illinois Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Ogle County Circuit Clerk -- Probate Division at the

Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before December 28, 2020, 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 of the Illinois Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Ogle County Circuit Clerk -- Probate Division at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Suite 300, Oregon, IL 61061, or with the Estate legal representatives, or both.

“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 https://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/serviceproviders.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/ge thelp.asp or talk with your local circuit clerk's office.”

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk's Office -- Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative and to the attorney for the Estate within ten days after it has been filed.

Kenneth Charles Ludewig and Wendy Louise Stabenow, Independent CoExecutors of the Estate of Barbara R. Ludewig, Deceased June 26, July 3 & 10, 2020 MONTHLY MEETING DATES OREGON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES MAY 1, 2020 THRU APRIL 30, 2021 Wednesday May 13, 2020 Wednesday June 10, 2020 Wednesday July 08, 2020 Wednesday August 12, 2020 Wednesday September 09, 2020 Wednesday October 14, 2020 Wednesday November 11, 2020 Wednesday December 09, 2019 Wednesday January 13, 2021 Wednesday February 10, 2021 Wednesday March 10, 2021 Wednesday April 14, 2021 Wednesday May 12, 2021 @ 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday May 13, 2020 Wednesday June 10, 2020 Wednesday July 08, 2020 Wednesday OTICES 101 LEGAL N12, August 2020 Wednesday September 09, 2020 Wednesday October 14, 2020 Wednesday November 11, 2020 Wednesday December 09, 2019 Wednesday January 13, 2021 Wednesday February 10, 2021 Wednesday March 10, 2021 Wednesday April 14, 2021 Wednesday May 12, 2021 @ 5:30 p.m.

Meetings called to order at 6:00 P.M. Special or adjourned meetings may be called from time to time.

The Meeting of May 13, 2020 shall be held at 5:30 PM. ALL Meetings to be held in the office of the Trustees, Oregon Fire Protection Administration Building, 106 South First Street, Oregon, Illinois. shall VENDORS submit bills by 12:00 Noon on the Thursday prior to trustee meeting to receive payment on the above dates.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, OREGON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, IN MEETING ASSEMBLED DATED May 20, 2020

VENDORS shall submit bills by 12:00 Noon on the Thursday prior to trustee meeting to receive payment on the above dates.

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BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, OREGON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, IN MEETING ASSEMBLED DATED May 20, 2020 Steve Carr President June 26, 2020

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Polo, Illinois, will hold a Public Hearing on the 2020/21 ApOrdipropriation nance on Monday July 20, 2020 at 6:45p.m. in the Polo City Hall Council Chambers, 115 S. Franklin Ave., Polo, Illinois.

All interested citizens will be given an opportunity to ask questions concerning the entire Appropriation Ordinance as well as to express their views either verbally or in writing. The proposed appropriation may be examined in the City Clerk's office at City Hall from July 6, 2020 until its passage on July 20, 2020 between the hours of 8:00a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday through Friday.

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QUARTERLY MEETING DATES OREGON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FIREFIGHTER PENSION FUND MAY 1, 2020 THRU APRIL 30, 2021 Wednesday May 13, 2020 Wednesday June 10, 2020 Wednesday August 12, 2020 Wednesday December 09, 2020 Wednesday April 14, 2021 Wednesday May 12, 2021 @ 7:00 PM Meetings called to order at 5:30 P.M. Special or adjourned meetings may be called from time to time.

The Meeting of May 13, 2021 shall be held at 7:00 PM. ALL Meetings to be held in the office of the Trustees, Oregon Fire Protection Administration Building, 106 South First Street, Oregon, Illinois.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE OREGON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FIREFIGHTER PENSION FUND, IN MEETING ASSEMBLED DATED May 20, 2020

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Meetings called to order at 6:00 P.M. Special or adjourned meetings may be called from time to time.

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Claims against the estate may be filed on or before December 19, 2020 that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3)

BY ORDER OF months from the THE BOARD OF date of mailing or TRUSTEES OF delivery of Notice 101 101 LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICESif mailTHE OREGON to creditors, FIRE PROTECTION ing or delivery is DISTRICT FIRE- required by 755 FIGHTER PEN- ILCS 5/18-3 of the SION FUND, IN Illinois Probate Act, MEETING ASSEM- 1975 as amended, BLED DATED May whichever date is later. Any claim not 20, 2020 filed by the requisite date as stated Steve Carr above shall be President June 26, 2020 barred.

Claims against the STATE OF estate may be filed ILLINOIS IN THE in the office of the CIRCUIT COURT Ogle County CirOF THE 15TH cuit Clerk-Probate JUDICIAL CIRDivision at the Ogle CUIT COUNTY OF County CourtOGLE PROBATE house, Oregon, IlliDIVISIONIN RE nois, or with the THE ESTATE OF: estate legal repre2020 P 32CYNTHIA sentative, or both.S. BOOK, Copies of claims Deceased. filed with the CirCLAIM NOTICE cuit Clerk's OfficeNOTICE is given of Probate Division, the death of CYN- must be mailed or THIA S. BOOK. delivered to the esLetters of Office tate legal represenwere issued on tative and to June 4, 2020 to his/her attorney S. within ten days afREBECCA RUTER, who is the ter it has been legal representa- filed. tive of the estate. Tyler M. Crosby The attorney for Attorney for Executhe estate is Tyler tor M. Crosby, Crosby Crosby Law Firm, Law Firm, P.C., P.C. 475 Executive Tyler M. CrosRock- by475 Parkway, Executive ford, Illinois 61107. ParkwayRockford, Claims against the Illinois estate may be filed 61107815/397on or before De- 2006 cember 19, 2020 815/394-1955 Fax that date being at June 19, 26 & July least six (6) months 3, 2020 from the date of first publication, or Need to within three (3) months from the place an ad? date of mailing or Call us today! delivery of Notice 815-625-3600 to creditors, if mail815-284-2222 ing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date as stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Ogle County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both.Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk's OfficeProbate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been ALL Meetings to be held in the office of the Trustees, Oregon Fire Protection Administration Building, 106 South First Street, Oregon, Illinois.

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the said Township; and after a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider Reports of Officers and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting; and especially to consider and decide the folOTICES 101 LEGAL Nagenda: lowing Elect a Moderator Approve Minutes of the 2019 Annual Meeting Approve the SuAnnual pervisors Financial Statement Appoint an Audit Firm Dated June 18, 2020.

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Qualified candidates will possess good verbal and written communication skills, strong PC skills with all Microsoft Office applications, good multitasking and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Experience in a related role required and knowledge of agriculture preferred.

Competitive salary and benefits apply.

Please submit cover letter and resume by July 6, 2020 to Ogle County Farm Bureau, 421 W Pines Rd, Ste8, Oregon, IL 61061

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CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A domestic change will improve your life tenfold. Cutting your overhead, clearing a space to pursue something you want to do and expressing your feelings and intentions are encouraged.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don’t overreact to a situation you cannot change.

Keeping the peace will allow you to tend to the things you want to complete without interference. Make physical improvements.

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PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Channel your energy into something constructive. If you reach out and help an organization you believe in, you will feel that you are doing your part to combat global problems. Don’t give in to indulgent temptation.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Listen, but don’t agree to something that doesn’t suit you. Concentrate on what you do best and the results you want to achieve.

Fitness, health and overall physical improvements are encouraged.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Look over your options and consider the best way to improve your current situation. A domestic change will add to your assets and happiness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Make a move for the right reasons. Boredom will lead to poor choices. Rethink your strategy and consider how to make the most with what you have.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Discipline will pay off. How you conduct yourself during challenging times will affect your physical well-being. Do what’s right and suitable to your abilities.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Show discipline when it comes to learning, finishing projects and dealing with emotional matters. Self-control will stifle temptation and deter others from emotionally manipulating you. Personal improvements are favored. ©2020 UFS

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