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POLO TRI-COUNTY PRESS VOLUME 162 NO. 31 • SERVING THE POLO AREA SINCE 1857

COUNTY NEWS

Friday, October 9, 2020 • $1.00

TO THE FIELDS

Temporary Closure Mary Morgan Elementary closes temporarily due to COVID-19. / 4

COUNTY NEWS

Compliance Issues Some businesses adhere to new restrictions, some don’t. / 3

Bus Accident There are minor

injuries when an East Dubuque school bus has an accident. / 12

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A combine heads north on Freeport Road on Oct. 3 northwest of Polo. Harvest season across Ogle County is in full swing with farmers picking corn and soybeans. Motorists are urged to exercise patience and caution when encountering machinery on area roads.

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INDEX Betty’s Column......... 5 Colbert Column........ 7 Classifieds..........19-24 Library News........9-10

Marriage Licenses...15 Oregon Police...........16 Otto’s Column........... 6 Polo Police................15

Property Transfers.. 10 Sheriff Activity.........18 Sports.................. 13-14 State Police..............15

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Council rejects offer from feral cat group

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com The Polo City Council opted on Tuesday not to partner with Project Humane Polo on operations for a trap neuter release program to curb the city’s feral cat population.

The group made its proposal at the council’s last meeting after members became concerned over a recent city ordinance that limits when cats can be fed and how many can be owned.

The city made its decision Tuesday due to liability concerns about partnering with the group, but said it would still refer citizens to them separately.

“If you accidentally trapped a skunk or a possum and someone is bitten or scratched, we’d be responsible for damages due to us sending you out,” Polo Mayor Doug Knapp said. “The solution we offer is, if we get a call, we’ll respond as we have so far and we’ll provide your contact information to those people as a secondary resource.”

The group said at the Sept. 21 meeting that it has 96 volunteers and has raised $400 in funds.

Project Humane Polo has partnered with nonprofit Happy Tails Humane Society in Rock Falls and plans to take the feral cats there to provide spay and

neutering services and veterinary care for a fee of $32 per cat.

Knapp also told Project Humane Polo representatives that he liked what they’re trying to do and hopes it cuts down the feral cat population.

City Attorney Tom Suits said those that make calls about cats will be told explicitly that Project Humane Polo is not affiliated with the city, limiting its liability.

“The way we look at it, anything is better than what we have now,” Knapp said. “We cannot get involved as a city but we give you our blessing. We’ll refer people to you.”

Nov. 14 at Crossroad Community Church in Polo from 9 a.m. until noon. Attendees are asked to wear masks and social distance.

The women’s club and church thanked everyone in advance for participation and generosity in a time of economic hardship for many members of the community.

Citizens of Polo can now pick up petitions for the April 6, 2021 consolidated election at the Polo City Hall, 115 S. Franklin Ave.

Filing dates for candidates for the consolidated election are from Dec. 14 through Dec. 21, 2020.

Offices to be elected are: mayor, city clerk, city treasurer, alderman for ward I, ward II and ward III. All are for a four-year term and alderman ward II is for a two-year term.

Petitions may be picked up at City Hall, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information call Sydney Bartelt, Polo city clerk at 815-946-3514.

work and school. My friend, Valerie, and I have been practicing and studying for our upcoming content area test. I have always respected teachers, even more so learning all that goes into becoming one.

In the past years, this is the time when we start making plans for the holiday season, shopping at area craft shows, and working on community projects.

There will be many changes this year, but our love for each other and joy for the season still grows.

This past weekend is usually when the Autumn on Parade festival is held in Oregon. Like so many events, it was canceled. Looking back, I have years and years of memories at the festival and craft show.

I remember being in the parade with the Hitch ‘n Wheel Driving Club with my mom, Sharon Bittinger, and my grandparents, Bert and Martha England. We rode along with my aunt LInda and cousins, Mike, Luke, and Shannon.

For two decades, my mom showed her crafts along with my grandma and aunt Janet. I will never forget the smell of the plywood when mom would cut out her crafts with a jigsaw in the garage. I will never forget the time there were snow flurries while we manned the craft table.

One of my favorite spots to stop still is my aunt Bobbi Deen’s booth filled with her homemade goodies. There are so many memories that I can look back on.

In each instance, I remember the love.

I will be the first to admit that most of the time mom and I worked together started out stressful. We would frantically try to get everything set-up and ready.

Once we were finished, we would settle into our chairs and the visiting and sometimes, singing would start.

Just like those tiring weekends are now remembered as blessings, we may look back on this time in the same way.

While we feel like we are missing out all the fun events of the past, we are able to slow down and appreciate the family and friends around us.

Sharing a phone call, a Zoom meeting, or a letter in the mail keeps us connected and appreciating the love between neighbors and friends. God’s love can help us through these challenges. His love connects us in an unbreakable bond.

I hope to see you in our church next week at our church or one of our local churches. Our service can be found on Facebook Live on the Pine Creek Christian Church page. Come share the love of God’s family.

BRIEFS Donations requested for coat drive The Polo Women’s Club is partnering with Crossroad Community Church for a community coat drive.

Area residents are asked to donate new or clean “like new” condition coats, gloves, hats, mittens and scarves.

All sizes are requested. Donations can be dropped off at 103 E. Oregon St. in Polo. The location has the water tower directly in the backyard.

The distribution sale will be on Saturday,

Petitions available for 2021 election

PINE CREEK NEWS

BY KAREN MERLAK The seasons changed so quickly and now, we are enjoying the beauty all around us. We are keeping our farming neighbors in our prayers as they begin the harvest season. We pray for His comfort and care and rejoice in the many blessings we have received.

This morning in church, I had the chance to greet our church family and friends. Pastor Charlotte Hoppe brought an inspiring message in person and on Facebook Live. Each week, her message is made available on social media.

On Saturday morning, I went to town to run a few errands, including grocery shopping. I picked up a few extra items for my friend, Teresa. She is currently quarantined for another week and is recovering from her broken foot. Hopefully, she will be back to normal very soon.

This past week, I received the sad news that Roger Garrison, stepdad to my sister-in-law, Jo Bittinger, passed away. Affectionately known as Paw by his grandkids, he will be greatly missed.

Our prayers continue to be with the family.

This has been another busy week with

COVID-19 IMPACT

OCHD: ‘We’ve gotten a number of complaints from all over the county’

BY JEFF HELFRICH ​​​​​​​jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com Some Ogle County businesses opted to defy the state’s COVID-19 mitigations that took effect on Saturday.

The mitigations include not allowing indoor dining and drinking for bars and restaurants within Region 1, which includes Ogle County.

“We’ve gotten a number of complaints from all over the county,” Ogle County Health Department Public Administrator Kyle Auman said on Tuesday. “And it’s not just bars and restaurants.

There are complaints from childcare facilities and others. We’ve been following up and documenting them.”

Auman said notices of noncompliance have been issued so far and no closure orders have been issued yet. He called the defiance of businesses and patrons “surprising.”

Ogle County is still above the eight percent rolling positivity percentage that caused the mitigations. If the county and region don’t get down to 6.5 percent in 11 days, there could be more mitigation tactics.

“They need to understand the long-term impacts that will hurt all of us,” Auman said. “I don’t see a quick resolution right now. We’re seeing big numbers still. There could be a decrease in group sizes. Salons and other places could be closed. Our health care systems may only be able to do essential procedures.”

Auman said a majority of over 300 county businesses followed the mitigations. A “small handful” did not, he said.

“The small group could have a drastic negative impact,” Auman said. “Several are adamant that they haven’t had any cases in their businesses, but that’s simply not true. People self report and often don’t tell us everywhere they’ve been.”

The OCHD, which typically consists of a staff of 13 people, does not have enough resources to police the complaints it has gotten, Auman said.

He believes public health has been underfunded for decades.

“We have a lot on our plate,” Auman said. “It’s been a struggle. Myself and my leadership team have been working around the clock for five months and it’s exhausting. It’s daunting. And we don’t enjoy being the bad guys.”

The state police contacted Auman on Monday and said it is on board with enforcing the mitigations. Auman said ISP has not responded to any regional businesses yet, that he knows of. It has in other regions, he said.

Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle said last week that his office does not plan to enforce any of the state COVID-19 mitigations at local businesses.

VanVickle’s office has not enforced any of the state’s COVID-19 guidelines since the start of the pandemic and released a statement on May 14 explicitly stating that. He’s said that there is

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These signs were placed in front of Sledgehammer’s, a bar north of Oregon, on Oct. 3 explaining the business owners’ decision to remain open despite new mitigation restrictions now being put in place for counties in Region 1.

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Spring Valley restaurant in Oregon has gone back to just drive thru and delivery service again due to the mitigation restrictions that were implemented Oct. 3 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. no mechanism in place to charge, arrest or fine someone in violation of the order.

“Having local law enforcement would help,” Auman said. “I don’t want to comment on whether it disappoints me that they won’t do it.”

Auman believes the pandemic will be around “for the long haul.” The current high numbers coming out and low expected vaccination rates when it becomes available don’t paint a good picture, he said.

“If we go for natural herd immunity, which I hear theorized from a lot of people, it’d take several years just for Ogle County,” Auman said.

“It’s taken us 7-8 months to get 800 cases. We have 51,000 people. I anticipate dealing with this into 2022 and 2023.”

One Ogle County restaurant owner said he plans to follow the order, despite the impact it will have on his business.

“We’re going to close,” Jeff Ajvazi, owner of Spring Valley Restaurant in Oregon, said. “We’ll do delivery and pick up. We didn’t consider staying open. It’s very bad. But what are we going to do? I don’t know how much we’re going to lose.

I would expect 70 or 80 percent of our business.”

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COVID-19 & SCHOOLS

Suspension of in-school classes at Byron school Three positive cases, dozens of quarantines

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com Mary Morgan Elementary School in Byron is temporarily ceasing in-person instruction for two weeks beginning “in response to increased COVID-19 cases and quarantines, a press release from School District Superintendent Buster Barton said Oct. 5.

Students who attend Byron Middle School and Byron High School are not affected by the temporary shutdown. The only students transitioning from in-person instruction to remote learning are elementary school students.

“We had three confirmed positive cases and dozens of quarantines last week at Mary Morgan Elementary School,” Barton wrote in the release.

“Our hope was to avoid a temporary shutdown, but on Monday afternoon, we received new data from the Ogle County Health Department indicat-

Mary Morgan Elementary School is one of three schools in the Byron School District. ing increased symptomatic students traced back to the original area of concern.”

The district felt the “adaptive pause” to ensure that in-person instruction can be offered as long as possible during the pandemic.

During the closure the school will be conducting additional cleaning and disinfecting.

The school district and the OCHD are asking families to limit interaction outside of the home and to monitor students’ symptoms closely.

“OCHD has been working closely with the Byron School District

since school has resumed this year,” OCHD Public Health Administrator Kyle Auman said. “The district has been doing a great job attempting to isolate individual situations to keep students and staff safe. We believe that a two-week adaptive pause to in-person learning is necessary to ensure that we control viral spread within the schools.”

Auman said the OCHD is in close contact with the schools every day.

In the case of Mary Morgan elementary, there were potential exposures in multiple classrooms, he said. This was the first COVID-19-related clo-

sure of a school in the county. OCHD recommended the pause to “burn out” the virus, Auman said.

An uptick in cases in recent weeks in the community as a whole, as well as businesses and patrons defying the state’s recent mitigation, have Auman and the OCHD concerned for area schools.

“It’s a large concern,” Auman said.

“It creates a lot more work for us with contact tracing. There’s exponential growth. Knowing there’s significant spread locally, it’s certainly a concern. It could get out of our control. The defiance in the community, it’s a challenge.”

The district will be implemented a remote learning training day on Oct. 6. All in-person students at Mary Morgan Elementary are scheduled to return to school for in-person instruction on Tuesday, Oct. 20.

Barton said he understands the shutdown will cause families to be inconvenienced, but he believes it’s the best long-term solution.

“We appreciate the support from our families and community while we navigate this challenging time,” Barton said.

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SPECIAL EVENT

BY EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@ogleountynews.com Oregon residents missing their annual Autumn on Parade festival fix got a bit of relief last weekend with three smaller events.

“I am missing Autumn on Parade,” said Gary Myers as he waited in his car for 10 Oregon Lions Club pork chop dinners. “I always have to have my pork chop sandwich at Autumn on Parade.”

The service club is one of the non profit groups who make up the popular festival’s food court on the Ogle County Courthouse Square the first full weekend in October.

This year’s AOP would have marked the festival’s 50th anniversary, but the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent restrictions to try and stop the spread of the virus, prompted the all-volunteer committee to cancel the 2020 event.

The two-day festival attracts thousands to Oregon offering a parade, car and tractor show, kids events, and an Olde English Faire at Stronghold castle among other events.

Myers and his passenger took advantage of the Lions Club’s drive-thru option in the west end of the Oregon SuperValu parking lot to make sure they at least got their pork chop sandwich.

“These are all for my family,” Myers said.

Teresa Bunger of Ashton also stopped by for two dinners. “It’s kinda sorta like AOP,” she said.

“We’ve been busy,” said Lion Ron Arneson as he and other Lions grilled their specialty. “It’s been steady.”

Nine miles to the east of town, Hidden Timber Gardens hosted an Open House and Outdoor Market complete with pumpkins and several booths while following social distancing rules and monitoring attendance.

Stillman Valley High School’s National Honor Society was one of the booths helping spread the fall cheer with its “Build-A-Scarecrow” booth.

“We’ve been trying to figure out how to do a fundraiser this year and a lot of our usual options have been taken away,” said Michelle Rogers, the club’s adviser. “So as long we were going to be outside we came up with this.”

The “this” involved SVHS students helping visitors create their own scarecrow by offering clothes, wooden stakes, straw and a pumpkin for a head.

Gracie Chapman, a high school senior, put the finishing touches on

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ABOVE: Gracie Chapman hands Scarecrow Pete over to George Bigelow at the Stillman Valley High School National Honor Society’s booth at Hidden Timber Gardens on Oct. 3. Bigelow was taking Pete to his grandsons in Chana. BELOW: Oregon Lion Hilaree Lombardo hands the Myers family of Payne’s Point 10 pork chop dinners during the club’s drive-thru as other members grill the chops.

“Pete” a scarecrow for George and Kristin Bigelow of Kings who were giving Pete to their grandsons, Tate and Archer of Chana.

“You kind of have to hold his head like a baby,” Chapman advised George as she handed Pete over.

“He’s going to a good home,” laughed Kristin as George balanced the big guy and carried him to their vehicle.

Stillman students Braden Rogers,

Jacob Rhodes, and Ethen Engelkens, teamed up to build their scarecrow and dubbed him “No Neck” when his pumpkin head slid a little too far into his shoulders.

Maddy McCammond and her mom, Tabitha, walked back to their car with “Edgar Allen Crow” and were happy to be outside despite a light afternoon rain.

“We’re missing everything this year and its kind of sad,” said

Tabitha. “At least we have a little event like this to go to today.”

On a path through the “hidden timber” Sheila Warnken and her sister Teresa Hill were helping steady their two-year-old grandson and grandnephew Brantley Roberts of Mt. Morris as he walked past plants, flowers and more booths.

“We’re definitely missing Autumn on Parade,” said Warnken.

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LOCAL HISTORY

John Kelley was a prisoner at Andersonville 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.

BY OTTO DICK John Kelley a Civil War soldier from Oregon was a prisoner at Andersonville located in the state of Georgia. This camp held more than 45,000 soldiers during its 14 month existence.

More than 13,000 died of starvation, overcrowding and disease.

Today this is a National Historic site serving as a memorial to all American Prisoners of War. Visitors are able to explore the National Prisoner of War Museum and the Confederate Andersonville Prison Site.

The Andersonville Cemetery created in 1865 is the permanent resting side for 13,000 Union Soldiers, 460 grave sites are marked unknown.

Over 800 deaths are listed from Illinois.

John Kelley served in Company G of the 74th Illinois Infantry stationed at Rockford. John was captured at Jonesboro, Ga. Dept. 1, 1864.

After he was released he returned to Oregon. The 1905 directory shows him living at 707 Jackson Street. His brothers Michael and Patrick also served in the Civil War. Their parents came to Ogle County in 1844 and settled in Rockvale Township. They purchased their land from the government in the early 1840’s. Patrick Sr. and Mary had 10 children.

One hundred and 60 boys and men from Oregon served in the Civil War. They are listed on the Lorado Taft Monument located on the Ogle County Court House Lawn.

Originally the names listed on the Monument were displayed on the third floor walls of the Ogle County Courthouse.

In 1864 Camp Sumter now known as Andersonville Prison, was built 1,620 feet long and 779 feet wide, to house about 10,000 men.

This camp was surrounded by a 15 foot high wall constructed of logs..

Inside this wall was a line known as the “dead line.” This 19 foot wide strip of land kept the prisoners away from the stockade walls.

Around the dead line were towers known as pigeon roosts where confederate soldiers kept watch. Anyone crossing or even touching the dead line was shot and killed by the soldiers in the roosts.

John Kelley was a prisoner at the Confederate’s Andersonville Prison.

Images provided by Otto Dick

ABOVE: John Kelley’s family lived at 707 Jackson Street in Oregon. BELOW: Andersonville Prison was located in Georgia.

A tattered and torn flag from the 74th Illinois Battalion.

After the Civil War ended and Andersonville closed about 500 survivors were transported to hospitals in Memphis. Up to 300 of them died from burns or exposure.

In addition to the horrors the prisoners were subjected to at Andersonville Union Soldiers from Andersonville Prison died when the Steamship Sultana carrying soldiers north on the Mississippi River to Illinois, Indiana and Ohio exploded. Fifteen hundred passengers lost their lives making it the largest maritime U.S. maritime disaster.

The Taft Memorial on the Court House Lawn lists Ogle County men who served in wars occurring on U.S. Soil.

Three men who served in the Revolutionary War are buried in Ogle County. Oregon Founder John Phelps served in the War of 1812 and is buried at Riverview Cemetery.

Blackhawk War casualties are

listed at the Stillman Valley Memorial. The Civil War was a horrible war with Americans killing Americans and the conditions at the overcrowded Andersonville Prison were unbelievable.

Following this war Captain Witz Camp Director was arrested, tried and hanged as a war criminal.

The Civil War occurred 27 years after Oregon was founded. Our pioneers braved and overcame the challenges of establishing their homes

in Ogle County. Then comes the Civil War with their sons going to war where they were lined up in a row out in the open against a row of Confederate Soldiers.

When you see Taft’s Memorial at the Ogle County Courthouse remember an estimated over 600,000 Americans lost their lives during the Civil War. Today the City of Rockford’s population is 146,526.

LOCAL HISTORY

BY BETTY OBENDORF Curator, Polo Historical Society

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received a phone call from Bill Burkardt and he filled me in on the train wreck north of Polo. Later LeRoy Toms called and said to check with Bill since that all happened on some of his property.

Thank you to both of them for the information.

Bill had a date of June of 1964 or 1965 so we had a place to start and Bill definitely remembered the occasion. It was early in the morning and the noise made one wonder what was happening.

As the train got off the track, they hit the railroad ties which made a noise hard to describe. Perhaps a rumbling sound. It made one run to the window as the earth seemed to shake a bit.

Then Diane and Linda of Polo Historical Society found it in the

newspapers on the Interto know what caused the net. We had the date which accident. Six hundred feet was June 26, 1964 and they of track was ripped up in emailed the articles from the accident and the track Dixon Evening Telegraph and the bed of the track and Freeport Journal Stanwas moved as well by the dard. force of the accident.

The front page of the The train was carrying Dixon Telegraph was new John Deere tractors, unreadable so I went to grain, and dry milk. The Betty Obendorf the Polo Library assuming cars of shelled corn were the Tri-County Press would thrown all over the place. have carried the news.

The scattered corn later I headed for the library with my was purchased by Bill Burkardt. mask on for the first time since Along with the shelled corn was March. I found a new micro fish several cars of dry milk and it was machine and that was an excit- also scattered all over the accident ing find. I was hopeful to find the site.

Tri-County Press had carried the The John Deere tractors were story. They did not. So I will rely heavily damaged and had to be on Freeport Journal and the second returned to the factory. Those tracpage of the Dixon Telegraph. tors were also scattered all over the On that Friday morning the train area. One article stated there were derailment was on the Illinois Cen- several open cars of iron ore. tral Railroad and they did not seem The newspaper articles did not

reveal where the train was headed but Bill seemed to think contents were headed overseas.

It took several days for the cleanup and Bill remembers setting up a grill and feeding some of the workers and they were very appreciative of a hot meal. Workers came from Clinton, Iowa and Freeport, Illinois.

Many of the railroad ties were left at the site since they were damaged and they were utilized by the Brantner and Burkardt farms.

Bill said the only way to get to the accident site was across Burkardt’s property and many people just walked across his property to see what was going on. It was a busy place for a while with people coming and going.

The whole incident would have been very interesting for young Jerry Brantner and it was never forgotten by him. He said they had railroad ties around for a long time.

Business After Hours If you are interested and would like to host a Business after Hours or Breakfast before Business call the Chamber at 815946-3131.

business in Polo. Contact us so that we can announce your special business celebration during our Annual Dinner.

POLO CHAMBER CHATTER Citizen, Volunteer of the Year Each year the Polo Chamber of Commerce recognizes one Polo citizen as the Citizen of the Year and one citizen as the Volunteer of the Year.

Eligible nominees should consistently show civic leadership through volunteerism and service to their community.

Services provided to the community should be based on volunteerism outside of the nominee’s normal employment duties.

Those wishing to nominate a can-

didate that they feel is deserving of these prestigious awards can send in your contact information, the nominee information and the reason you feel the candidate is deserving of this prestigious award to the Polo Chamber of Commerce at P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064.

50-50 winner Congratulations Branden Rundell, who won The Polo Chamber 50-50 raffle on Saturday, Sept. 26.

Certificates of Recognition The Polo Chamber of Commerce would like to issue Certificates of Recognition to any Polo Chamber of Commerce business members who are celebrating five years of being in business, or those with five-year increments of being in

Get the Word Out Contact The Polo Chamber of Commerce at 815-946-3131, polochamber@ gmail.com or mail to P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064 if you would like to post your event on the Chamber Sign, Chamber Website (polochamber.org), Chamber Face Book Page and/or the Chamber Chatter.

SPECIAL EVENTS Two electronic recycling events scheduled for Ogle County residents this month The next two Ogle County Solid Waste Management electronic recycling drop offs will be on Saturday, Oct.17 from 8 a.m. to noon and Friday, Oct. 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the County Annex Building, 909 Pines Road.

The electronics recycling events require permits in advance. Call the OCSWMD at 815-732-4020, or email the department at solidwaste@oglecounty.org.

There are a limited number of permits for each event and the deadline for acquiring a permit is noon on the Wednesday prior to each event.

These electronics recycling events are for Ogle County residents only and each permit is valid for a specific date.

The advance permitting system was implemented,

beginning in August 2020, in response to extremely long lines and safety issues at the June and July electronics collection events.

Users of the program have expressed gratitude to the OCSWMD for the permit system, which has resulted in reduced wait times and a more efficient drop-off experience.

Accepted items include all televisions, computers, computer monitors, computer hardware and cables, printers, FAX machines, copiers, scanners, video gaming items, VCR-DVD players, cable and satellite boxes, cell phones, tablets, laptops, radios, stereo equipment,

digital clocks, holiday light strands, extension cords, phone systems, rechargeable batteries, CFL bulbs, and printer ink cartridges.

Non-acceptable items are: Items smoke detectors, coffee makers, toasters, bread makers, vacuum cleaners, fans, heaters, air conditioners or dehumidifiers, lamps, power tools, alkaline batteries, LED bulbs, exercise equipment, medical equipment of any kind, toys or drones, business or institutional electronic items, and any packaging from electronic items such as boxes, plastic wrapping, and Styrofoam.

Remove all batteries from devices, discard the alkaline batteries, and recycle the rechargeable ones at the event.

Call the OCSWMD at 815-732-4020, go to oglecounty.org, or Ogle County Solid Waste Management Dept. on Facebook for more information.

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SPORTS COLUMN

‘Bago team embodies what prep sports should be W

hen it comes to royalty in Illinois high school cross country, the one school that stands out is Elmhurst York and its 28 state boys titles. But, if the totality of boys and girls programs were put together, it’s hard to argue against Winnebago.

Primarily for that reason, coaches Joe and Janet Erb were recently named to the Illinois Track and Cross Country Coaches Association Hall-of-Fame.

They have a pair of boys state titles and three top 3 finishes in cross country at Winnebago. The girls side has been even better with five straight titles from 2005-09 and a dominating state win in 2019.

The ITCCCA is a tough HOF to get into, with only 6 candidates selected this year out of 40 nominations. Add in thousands of coaches over the years and the odds of making the cut are rare.

Here at Oregon, we are fortunate in that Joe Mortimer, Art Carlson and Doug Engle are members, with Jim Spratt a likely shoo-in.

A husband-wife combination like the Erbs is almost unheard of.

Indeed, it is more than gaudy stats that make Joe and Janet Erb special. One of the criteria for selection by the ITCCCA is character. “They had such a huge impact on my life and are two charismatic, caring people,� said former all-stater Hayley (Thomas) Ness. “They had a spe-

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cial way of creating a bond with you that makes you run your best. They were like that with every single person. Because of their words and action, you felt important.�

Unlike other more cut-throat sports, Joe and Janet are willing to do all they can to promote cross country. “The Erbs are a legend around here, but are willing to help any of us develop our cross country programs,� said Oregon coach Tim Gipper. “They have a true love of running and are great people to be around. Because of them, all of us are better.�

Both the Erbs had the benefit of growing up in the Indian program, with Janet coming over from Pecatonica as part of a coop and Joe a local since he was one year old. It was cross country where they became high-school sweethearts. “When they went away to different colleges, they separated for awhile, but running brought them back together,� said Jeremy Stevens, the

greatest runner to come out of the fabled program. “Now, it has become full circle with their own kids running for them.�

Under Roger Fredrickson and the Erbs, the girls have 13 state titles, four more than second-best Naperville North. Unfortunately, there will be no state meet this fall to make it No. 14.

After last season ended, Joe Erb made it clear that the 2020 team had the potential to be the best ever in 1A. With the entire group coming back, they could have competed with the best in 2A and 3A. “Winnebago has the talent to run with anyone in the state,� said Mike Newman, state cross country expert.

What has transpired in Winnebago is what prep sports ultimately should be about. There is an environment of love and respect between coach and athlete. That’s obvious by watching the team conduct itself at meets, be it performing at the highest levels on the biggest stages, teamwork or exhibiting what local meet official Galen Bennett calls outstanding sportsmanship. “The hall of fame is without a doubt, a huge honor,� Joe Erb said. “But, for me it has always been and will always be about relationships with my athletes. I couldn’t be prouder of the adults they have become.�

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BERTOLET LIBRARY you to sign your family up for a private Story Time session. These sessions will be 20-30 minutes long.

Each week will include a story and an art project.

Registration is required by 5 p.m. the Wednesday before to reserve your time slot each week. Register through the Sign Up Genius link on our website, bertoletmemoriallibrary.org or call 815738-2742.

Masks will be required for everyone three and older who is medically able to wear one, and when you show up for

your session, we will do a quick temperature check. We will be outside when possible or in the back room when the weather requires it.

Dress your kids in clothes that are appropriate for the weather and that can get messy. Have a family member 16 years or older available to assist kids under the age of six with their project.

Let’s Stick Together We are missing our community puzzles. In the meantime, join us in a virtual puzzle with LetsStickTogether.com.

Our current puzzle can be found on the facebook page or go to https://letstick. to/session/17dd8e53. Fill in a little or fill in a lot.

New Releases Adult Fiction: Elsewhere by Dean Koontz, City of Sparrows by Eva Nour Juvenile Fiction & Non-Fiction: The Tower of Nero by Rick Riordan (The Trials of Apollo #5), Finish the Fight by Veronica Chambers Children’s Fiction & Non-Fiction: From Ed’s To Ned’s by Gideon Sterer, Summer Song by Kevin Henkes

Library Hours Polo Library is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, and closed Sunday.

The library building will be open for

patrons to come in, browse, and check out items.

Masks are required for patrons to come into the library. We have disposable masks available to purchase for $1 if you don’t have a mask or if you forgot

yours at home.

Public Computer Use We have two computers available for patron use that are over 6 feet away from each other and cleaned between uses. There is a one hour time limit for

the use of either computer.

If you’d like to make sure there is a computer available, please call 815-9462713 to reserve a computer.

You can also fax, copy and print as needed.

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ally every year of high school during the team’s run of five straight titles.

She credits her training under the Erbs for helping her with the pressure-packed duties of being a flight nurse.

“The traits instilled by Janet and

Joe, along with the work ethic they taught are something we will use for the rest of our life,” said Palm. “Not only were they teachers and coaches, but they were friends and second parents. We were taught hard work, resilience and strength.”

Nurturing those relationships has paid dividends later in life.

“Even as they have they have grown up, gotten careers, families, and a busy life, they still make some time to share their lives with us,” Joe Erb said.

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Wednesday WhoDunIt There is a ‘Wednesday WhoDunIt’ book discussion group. It’s Reader’s Choice Month, pick any mystery book to read this month and be ready to share your recommendation at 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 21. We will meet outside if weather permits; if not, the discussion will be held, socially-distanced, in the library meeting room. Masks will be required, and bring a friend. No registration is necessary.

Family Story Time We now have time slots available for

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FORRESTON LIBRARY Library Board Positions Nominating petitions are now available for anyone interested in running for the Forreston Public Library Board. There will be three positions open and they are each 6 year terms. Please call the library at 815-938-2624 or stop in for more information.

Snow Removal Beginning Oct. 13, we will be accepting quotes for snow removal services of the library sidewalks and parking lot for the

upcoming winter. Deadline to apply is Nov. 1. Please contact Julie at 815-9382624 for more information.

Services by Appointment Call or message the library to schedule a time to come in to browse and check out materials. Also, anyone needing to send a fax, make copies, or use a computer may call the library and schedule an appointment to come in. Everyone over the age of 2 must wear a mask. We may be reached by phone at 815-938-2624,

email at forrestonpubliclibrary@gmail. com, or through Facebook messenger.

Curbside Pickup We will continue to offer curbside pickup. Pick up times will be scheduled when you place a request. Interlibrary loans have resumed so you may also request items from other libraries. Due to quarantine policies, delivery may take longer than usual. Please call, Facebook message, or email us to request materials or if you have any questions.

Read for a Lifetime All high school students are encouraged to sign up for “Read for a Lifetime”, a state initiative designed to encourage a life-long interest in reading. Every year 25 books, including contemporary fiction, nonfiction, and some classics are chosen for the program. Students who read at least 4 of the books by April 15 receive a certificate of recognition from the state and a chance to win a gift card. Students must register by Nov. 15 to participate.

Family Storytime In-person Fridays at 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. These will last approximately 45 minutes and includes books, rhymes and a craft.

Must sign up at least two weeks in advance. Masks will be required for ages 3 and up and you will be asked to use hand sanitizer upon entry to the library. Call the library 815-734-4927 or email dawn.mtmorrislib@gmail.com to register.

Halloween Grab-N-Go We will be passing out treat bags from 3 to 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30.

Come show us your costume. We will use gloves and masks while passing out bags of treats. First come, first served and while supplies last.

Browsing and Computer Use We are open for browsing and computer use by appointment; call they library to schedule a time. Masks are

required and you will be asked to use hand sanitizer upon entering the library.

No unaccompanied children are allowed in the library at this time (please do not bring your children if you will be using the computer). Browsing is limited to 30 minutes and computer use to one hour.

Curbside Pickup Curbside service are available during regular business hours. No overdue fines will be charged.

the library at 815-732-2724. Continue to return all materials in the outside book drop that is open 24-7.

All library materials are quarantined for at least 7 days and then checked in.

Nominating Petitions Residents 18 years and older can attend a meeting to learn more about the library and participating on a board.

Time commitment is usually 1-2 hours at 6 p.m. every third Thursday of the

month to attend Board meetings.

Additional time is needed to read board meeting packets and participate in occasional committee meetings or trainings. Call 815-732-2724 for more information.

Three positions will be open in April 2021 for 6-year terms. Petitions must be filed with the Oregon Public Library from Dec. 14 to 21.

Library Book Clubs

The 2WBC meets at 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 14 to discuss The Lady From the Black Lagoon by Mallory O’Meara.

The Afternoon Book Club meets at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21 to discuss American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins.

Books on Tap Book Club meets at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 at Cork n Tap to discuss Help for the Haunted by John Searles.

Valley, $145,400.

• Doug and D. Sue Hillison to Nicholas P. Drucklieb, 201 E. Buffalo St., Polo, $79,000.

• Karen Ramage to Amber N. Brandt, 1514 E. Plum Hill Road, Byron, $265,000.

• Tom McDonald to Austin P. McCarey, one parcel in Byron Township, $83,000.

• Tracey E. and Amanda Clark to Andria Bail, 812 W. Second St., Byron, $92,000.

• Kampmeier Realty Inc. to Jeffrey and Cathy Huber, 904 W. Second St., Byron, $138,000.

• Randal W. and Wendy S. Holder to Sherry and Philip J. Guarino, 5680 E. McCormick Road, Stillman Valley,

$400,000.

• Cleo J. Straley to Jacob and Ann Brandt, one parcel in Byron Township, $150,000.

• Merit A. Gunderson to Samantha M. Albrecht, 604 Jackson St., Oregon, $67,000.

• Randall L. and Diane J. Monson to Stephen Nelson, 316 N. Linn St., Chana, $146,000.

• Frank D. Brantley to Andrew Nicol, 318 Hillcrest Ave., Rochelle, $$102,000.

• Elda Mae Jordal to Aaron H. Thiebaud, 30 Tilton Drive, No.204, Rochelle, $69,500.

and Rick Thomas, one parcel on Brooke Drive, Byron, $5,000.

• Miguel Garcia to Israel Contreras, 728 Lincoln Way, Rochelle, $0.

• Christopher and Angela Stephenitch to Freedom Property Group LLC 2, 502 and 504 Woodland Drive, Dixon, $0.

MT. MORRIS LIBRARY To-Go Craft Kits Tween-Teen Craft available while supplies last. This month is a motivational keychain. We provide everything except a pair of scissors. Call the library or email dawn.mtmorrislib@gmail.com to reserve your kit then come pick it up curbside.

More information to come on when kids and adults craft kits will be available.

OREGON LIBRARY Library Open We ask that you sanitize when you come in and remember to wear a mask.

To best provide a safe environment we are limiting the number of patrons in the library at a time.

Curbside pick up will continue indefinitely. The building is open regular hours.

You can put holds on items in our library through our catalog or by calling

PROPERTY TRANSFERS Warranty Deeds • Diane M. Gaffney to Jacob Luther and Jessica Price, 214 School Ave., Rochelle, $107,000.

• Derek W. and Amy Levan to Miranda R. Cox, 105 E. Elm St., Forreston, $87,500.

• BGRS Relocation Inc. to Jacob W. Miller, 1209 W. Ave. B, Rochelle, $124,000.

• Joshua A. and Chelsey E. Meyer to BGRS Relocation Inc., 1209 W. Ave. B, Rochelle, $124,000.

• Noel J. Clevenger to Josh A. and Jelissa E. Lehs, 6956 E. Wildfire Drive, Stillman Valley, $328,500.

• Charles R. Brown to Aaron R. Colburn, 5826 E. Bradley Road, Stillman

Quit Claim Deeds • Robert Swanson to Kendra Jennings

Executor’s Deed • Estate of the late Barbara L. Williams to Christine M. and Joseph Bauer, 732 W. Oregon Trail Road, Oregon, $231,000.

• Estate of the late Lois M. Binz by executor to Gregory R. Folmar, 1401 Brookside Drive, Rochelle, $165,000.

Source: Ogle County Recorder’s Office

COVID-19 ENFORCEMENT

No COVID-19 rule enforcement will be done by Ogle County

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle says his office won’t be enforcing the state’s new COVID-19 mitigation rules that started Saturday, but the Illinois State Police could in the area.

Due to an uptick in COVID-19 cases, the office of Gov. JB Pritzker has ceased allowing indoor dining and drinking in the region indefinitely. Pritzker said last Friday that ISP will be in the Rockford region this weekend enforcing public health rules.

“The Sheriff’s Office won’t be going around closing any places,” VanVickle said. “The state police, I suppose it could occur here. They would have to go through the state’s attorney’s office at some point.

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Other state sheriffs have come out with stances similar to VanVickle,

such as Winnebago County Sheriff Gary Caruana.

VanVickle said Friday he hasn’t spoken to the Illinois State Police regarding possible enforcement in the area over the weekend and going forward. He also said he hasn’t received any information on the issue from the state as a whole.

“It doesn’t change our operations,” VanVickle said. “We will continue to enforce criminal and traffic laws. We’ve helped businesses answer questions on things like occupancy, but that’s about it.”

Ogle County businesses such as Sledgehammer’s bar near Oregon and Cornett’s Chana Tap in Chana stayed opened over the weekend, defying the Governor’s orders.

A meeting was held in Rockford last Thursday evening by attorney Thomas DeVore of Sorento, Illinois, where he advised area bar and restaurant owners that they have no legal obligation to follow the state order.

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COVID-19 UPDATE

ACCIDENT

85 new cases in the last week

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com The Ogle County Health Department reported 11 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, Oct. 6, totaling 852.

Thirty new cases were reported Monday that included the weekend’s numbers. Eighty-five new cases have come in the past week.

Ages and locations of the individuals that test positive are not being released to protect their privacy.

Recoveries of documented cases stand at 695, with seven new ones

Minor injuries in school bus accident near Polo

BY JEFF HELFRICH ​​​​​​​jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com reported Tuesday. The OCHD recently switched systems and resumed reporting recoveries on Monday. The county has had six deaths.

The Illinois Department of Public Health site said Tuesday that there are 418 cases in the 61068 zip code that includes Rochelle, Creston and White Rock.

Totals for other zip codes are: Stillman Valley, 34; Byron, 111; Davis Junction 44; Oregon, 66; Mt. Morris, 66; Polo, 34; Leaf River, 14; and Forreston 14.

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Three minors were transported to area hospitals with minor injuries after a school bus carrying East Dubuque’s cross country team was in a single vehicle accident in rural Ogle County on Oct. 1.

At 6:12 p.m. deputies responded to Illinois 64 and Illinois 26 for a report of the crash.

The bus, driven by Melvin Ehrler, 74, of East Dubuque was traveling west on Illinois 64 and failed to stop at the stop sign at Illinois 26. The bus traveled approximately 423 feet into a grass field and came to a stop, the release said.

Polo Fire Chief Tony Karrow assisted at the scene and said the accident may have been caused by the sun being in the driver’s eyes.

“I’m assuming he ran the stop sign because he couldn’t see,” Karrow said. “It went through the Dogwood Inn lot and through a reten-

tion pond. It didn’t have water in it, though. It went down and up the bank on the other side. It stayed on its wheels. The shocks were broken by the crash. The bus was not driveable.”

Two of the injured people were transported to KSB Hospital in Dixon and the third was taken to CGH in Sterling. Eleven minors were on the bus, a press release said.

Parents picked up the rest of the uninjured children from the scene after they were checked by medical personnel. The bus was en route to East Dubuque after the team had a meet in Oregon.

Ehrler was issued citations for disregarding a traffic control device and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

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BY BRIAN WEIDMAN bweidman@saukvalley.com A bad day from a good player can sometimes sink a boys golf team come regional time, but Sterling Newman was able to escape that unwanted fate Tuesday thanks to its strong depth.

The Comets overcame a rough day from their No. 1 player and took second place at the nineteam Class 1A Oregon Regional at Silver Ridge Golf Course.

Riverdale (337) and Newman (340) punched their tickets to the season-ending Spring Valley Sectional next Wednesday at Spring Creek Golf Course. There will be no state tournament this season, due to COVID-19.

A new scoring system in which players entered scores on their cell phones allowed all involved the ability to keep track of how individuals and teams stood in real time. It made for some high drama on the last few holes, as Riverdale, Newman and Fulton, which was third at 342, battled it out for two team sectional berths.

The top two teams and four individuals (plus ties) not on those teams advance to the sectional.

That will be Riverdale, Newman, Fulton’s top three, as well as Erie-Prophetstown’s Bryce Rosenow and Amboy’s Wes Wilson, who each had 88 to tie with Newman’s Palmer for 10th place.

Alex T. Paschal/Shaw Media Oregon was seventh with a 404 score. The Hawks Oregon’s Jarrett Dietrich tees off on #10 during the 1A were led by Jarrett Dietrich (95), Isaac Kaltenbrun regional at Silver Ridge Golf Course on Tuesday.

(97), Issac Reber (104) and Jackson Werren (108).

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Dixon boys golfers sixth at BNC Meet The Dixon Dukes placed sixth at the Big Northern boys golf meet on Oct. 1 at Timber Pointe in Poplar Grove, while Oregon finished ninth.

The Dukes scored a 394, with Oregon firing a 405. Byron won the team title with a 345, two strokes better than runner-up Rockford Christian and six clear of third-place Stillman Valley.

Rockford Christian’s Josh Beard was medalist with a 78, three shots better than second-place Maison Brandt of Byron.

Jarrett Dietrich paced the Hawks with a 93, while Isaac Kaltenbrun (103), Brady Davis (104) and Jackson Werren (105) also scored for Oregon. Miley Smith (112) and Isaac Reber (119) played for the Hawks.

Cross Country Panther girls run past Hawks: Erie-Prophetstown and Oregon tied at 28 in a three-team meet at Oregon Park West, but the Panthers won the sixth-runner tiebreaker to take the victory.

East Dubuque’s Hailey Heiar won the race in 19:57.3, but the Warriors only had one other runner.

Erie-Prophetstown’s Dylan Chandler was second in 22:00.8, then Oregon’s Leah Watters (22:07.5), Faith Marquardt (22:17.1) and Katlyn Ramirez (22:26.4) went 3-4-5.

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Continued from Page 13 (25:55.2) followed by a ninth-place finish from Jennica Ciesel (24:29.2) and a 12th-place finish from Ava Wight (24:47.0).

In the boys race, East Dubuque topped EP by one point, 34-35, while Oregon scored 63. East Dubuque took the top three spots, led by winner Braedyn Budde (18:11.3).

Oregon’s Ryan Hussung finished fourth in 198:31.9, but Erie-Prophetstown used pack running to take the next seven spots.

Andrew Bomleny (5th, 18:42.4), Charlie Link (6th, 18:46.2), Jacob Gibson (7th, 18:49.7), Carter Jepson (8th, 18:56.2) and

Luke DeNeve (9th, 19:10.0) scored for the Panthers.

The Hawks’ other scorers were Gavin Bradshaw (12th, 19:55.0), Austin Ebert (14th, 20:11.0), Leo Cardenas (17th, 20:45.3) and Riley Benton (18th, 21:05.8).

NUIC Golf Forreston boys golf team finished 12th at the 13-team NUIC golf tournament.

Forreston places and scores were: 47.

Logan Dyson 106, 66. Joel Ludwig 116, 72.

Kaden Ganz 121, 74. Joe Snyder 124, 83.

Hayden Stralow 139, 84. Peyton Crase 154, and 85. Dylon Timmer 160.

Polo’s Cody Buskohl shot a 109 to finish 55th and Clay Davis carded 119 for 69th place.

ABOVE: Oregon’s Ryan Hussung runs ahead of his teammate Gavin Bradshaw and North Boone’s Sammy Toldeo during a Sept. 26 meet at Genoa. Toledo finished first with Hussung second and Bradshaw fourth in a first place team finish for the Hawks. RIGHT: Oregon’s Leah Watters, Faith Marquardt, and Katlyn Ramirez lead the Lady Hawks during the meet in Genoa. Watters finished first, Marquardt second, and Ramirez third en route to a team win.

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Fair association’s annual meeting is Nov. 14 in Oregon

General calls for service Sept. 21 through Oct. 4.

Citizen complaints-assist..................................................20 Animal complaints................................................................ 2 Disturbance-domestic......................................................... 2 City ordinance........................................................................1 Fire-medical assist............................................................... 6 Lock out...................................................................................1 911 hang up.............................................................................1 Traffic stops......................................................................... 23 County assists....................................................................... 4

The Annual Meeting of the Ogle County Fair Association will be held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Ogle County Farm Bureau Building at 7:30 p.m.

There will not be a PotLuck Dinner this year, only a short business meeting.

Masks are required.

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

Sept. 25 Joshua Barr Mernack and Amanda Kay Timmer, both of Davis Junction.

Joshua Clayton Shipman and Mackenzie Parke Wolfley, both of Dixon.

Sept. 29 Kyle Lawrence Gilroy and Amy Elizabeth Cline, both of Byron.

Brandon Alec Enderson of Beloit, Wisconsin and Evalyn Ramos Ortiz of Rockford.

Austin Dakota Yuill and Hana Autumn Nicole Allen, both of Forreston.

Joshua Michael Skillman and Taylor Nicole Dombrow, both of Galesburg.

Jack Douglas Harding and Nancy Lynn Adams, both of Rochelle.

Hunter James Stott and Alexis Dawn Shearer, both of Kirkland.

STATE POLICE Illinois State Police District announces September activity Illinois State Police District 1 Commander, Captain Matthew Hodgdon, has announced District 1 enforcement figures and activity for September.

Illinois State Police District 1 Troopers issued 426 citations, 401 written warnings, and made 24 criminal arrests during the month of September.

Speeding accounted for 236 citations, 34 citations were issued for occupant restraint violations, eight citations were

issued for distracted driving violations and eight citations were issued for Scott’s Law (Move Over violation).

Troopers investigated 20 traffic crashes, assisted 111 motorists, and conducted 76 commercial vehicle inspections, eight of which were placed out-of-service for safety reasons. There were five arrests for driving while under the influence.

District 1, which encompasses Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties, investigated no fatal traffic crashes in September.

Sept. 30 Nathan Ryan Magnuson and Jessica Lynn Early, both of Oregon.

Matthew Gregory Huftalin and Abigail Kseniya Krause, both of Rockford.

Oct. 1 Alexander John Klein and Samantha Marie Padia, both of Dixon.

Shane Ryan McManus Faye Michel Burlo, both of Machesney Park.

Aaron Christopher Moore and Kierra Louise Marie Minor, both of Oregon.

Lawrence Joseph Krienke and Karla Ann Herlugson, both of Byron.

Joshua Charles Holm and Katryna Marie Christoffel, both of Mt. Morris.

Jonathan Andrew Richter and Jamie Lynn Nesnidal, both of Hendersonville, Tennessee.

Lukas Andrew Wellington and Jennifer Courtney Anderson, both of Oregon.

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Police Chief Tim Rockwood released the following information.

Oct. 1 James Collins, 32, of Polo, was cited for disobeying traffic control device. He was released on an I-Bond.

Leila P. Stebbins, 20, of Polo, was cited for speeding 41 mph in a 30 mph speed zone. She was released on an I-Bond.

Spencer J. DeCrane, 23, of Polo, was issued a city citation for parking the wrong way on the street.

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OREGON POLICE Oregon Police Chief Shawn Melville reports the following police activity.

Sept. 28 Issac D. Reber, 16, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 2:53 p.m. for speeding, 46 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 1000 block of Adams Street.

Sept. 29 At 8:36 a.m., police investigated a one vehicle traffic crash where a 2000 Buick driven by Dominick J. Wetzell, 17, of Oregon, struck a yield sign at the intersection of Depot and Scott Streets.

Wetzell was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

Wylee L. Rice, 17, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 2:51 p.m. for disobeying a stop sign. This violation occurred at the intersection of S. 10th and Adams Streets.

Gavin E. Gallagher, 16, of Oregon, was issued citations at 3:05 p.m. for speeding, 53 mph in a 30 mph zone, and graduated driver’s license violation of more

than one passenger in vehicle. These violations occurred in the 1000 block of Adams Street.

Sept. 30 Dylan M.C. Cremeans, 17, of Oregon, was issued citations at 3:01 p.m. for speeding, 54 mph in a 30 mph zone, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

These violations occurred in the 1000 block of Adams Street.

Danny E. Roos, 63, of Oregon, was arrested at 4:16 p.m. on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear on a fleeing to elude charge.

Roos was also issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Roos was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

These violations occurred in the 100 block of S. Daysville Road.

Jill J. Bier, 62, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 4:57 p.m. for improper lane usage. This violation occurred in the 300 block of W. Washington Street.

Oct. 2 At 1:23 a.m., police responded to a

disturbance call 700 E. Washington Street, resulting in the arrest of Anthony L. Young, 44, of Oregon, for domestic battery and resisting a peace officer.

Also arrested was Taylor R. Young, 22, of Oregon, for domestic battery. Both were transported to the Ogle County Jail.

At 9:45 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash at the intersection of S. 2nd and Clay Streets involving a 2004 Pontiac driven by Wylee L. Rice, 17, of Oregon, and a 2007 Toyota driven

by Carter R. Fruin, 19, of Mt. Morris.

Rice was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

Deven L. Kenerson, 17, of Mt. Morris, was issued a citation at 3 p.m. for illegal screeching/squealing of tires. This violation occurred in the 1100 block of Jefferson Street.

Oct. 4 At 5:36 p.m., police responded to a one-vehicle traffic crash on the Washington Street bridge where a 2008 Toyota driven by Adrianne M. Suits, 34, of Oregon, struck the guard rail of the

bridge. Suits was subsequently arrested for DUI drugs and also charged with possession of a controlled substance, She was also issued citations for improper lane usage and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Suits was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Seven parking citation and 10 verbal warnings were issued Sept. 28 - Oct. 4.

Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

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DENVER, CO. —Thomas Francis Hanson passed away peacefully on October 4, 2020 surrounded by loved ones.

Tom was born Nov. 23, 1925 on the family farm near Parnell, Iowa to parents Thomas and Mary Hanson.

The youngest of eight children, Tom grew up on the farm until serving in Germany at the end of World War II. While in the service, he attended the historic Nuremberg Trails.

After his discharge, he attended St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa and graduated in 1949. On June 20, 1951, Tom married the love of his life, Sally Sweet.

He worked for Tri-City Tires in Davenport until he and Sally moved to Mt. Morris in 1959, where they raised their

LOWELL G. CARDEN GREENVILLE, N.C. – Lowell Gene Carden passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2020.

Gene was born at home on July 31, 1937, in Yeaman, Kentucky to Chester Carden and Hazel Foreman.

He was raised by his mother Hazel and stepfather, Russell Smith, in Polo, Illinois.

Affectionately known by classmates as “Chogey,” he graduated from Polo

ROGER D. GARRISON POLO – Roger Dale Garrison, 71, died on October 2, 2020, with his family by his side.

Roger was born to Esther and Clay Garrison on February 16, 1949, and lived the majority of his life in Polo.

He was married to Patricia “Pat” Lawson of Ashton on Oct. 10, 1981, in an outdoor ceremony at Camp Emmaus.

Together the couple raised three children, Jo (Larry “Ben”) Bittinger of Polo, Keith (Katie) Chesnut of Polo, and Molly Sides of Rockford.

He was affectionately known as “Pa” by his six grandchildren, who were his

DALE B. HALL POLO – Dale B. Hall passed away September 28, 2020 at Swedish American Hospital after a short illness.

He was born Dec. 31, 1942, in Highland Park, the son of Monroe and Dorothy (deceased 1972) Hall and stepson of Nancy Hall.

Dale married Louise M. Landreth on June 27, 1964. He is survived by Louise

family.

Tom began working with Sally’s father, Don Sweet, at Sweet Advertising Agency in Mt. Morris, taking over the agency in 1968.

He retired in 1989 after many successful years.

Tom and Sally’s retirement included time at their lake home in Friendship, Wisconsin and traveling to Destin, Florida during the winter.

To be near their daughters and families, Tom and Sally moved to Denver in 2005 and spent many years enjoying Colorado.

Tom was one of a kind. A humble man of deep faith, he quietly believed in helping those in need.

He was proud of his Irish heritage and had an engaging personality and great sense of humor.

He loved the Chicago Cubs and Iowa Hawkeye football, walking for exercise and singing when the spirit moved him.

But most of all, he loved his family and God. Tom will be missed for his kind spirit, optimistic nature and his abundant love of family and friends.

Tom is survived by his three children, Bob (Diana) Hanson of Oregon, Barb (Jeff) Hanson of Denver and Jan (John) Kilgore of Denver, and four grandchildren, Tom (Sandy) Hanson, Park City, Utah, Katie (Sean) Hassett of Centennial, Colorado, Mike (Kita) Hanson of Forreston, and JJ Kilgore of Phoenix, Arizona, two step-grandchildren, Nicholas (Alex) Gallardo of Chicago, and Adam Gallar-

do, USAF stationed in England, three great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Clement, Joe and George, sisters Norma, Catherine, Helen and Laurine and his wife, Sally.

The family would like to express their gratitude to all the wonderful people at Montage Hills Assisted Living facility.

A funeral mass will be held to honor Tom on Thursday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m. at Church of the Rise Christ in Denver.

More details can be found at Horan & McConaty’s website HoranCares.com.

Memorial gifts may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 881 Mongan Dr., Oregon, IL 61061.

High School in 1956.

Gene enjoyed sharing stories about his time working as a milk truck delivery driver, police officer, and water company employee in the Sterling-Rock Falls and Polo areas.

He later spent several decades as a well-respected sales representative for Delta & Pine Land Company, where he sold cotton and soybeans to farmers in the Southeastern United States.

He enjoyed fishing, travelling, and

umpiring baseball and basketball games during his off-time.

Gene is preceded in death by his stepfather, Russell; mother, Hazel; father Chester, brother; Larry, and son, Michael.

He is survived by his sons, Jeff, Steve (and wife Cindy), John (and wife Angel),

and Marcus (and wife Claire); sister, Sherri Linker; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Jimmy, Matt, Emily, Mallory, Brielle, Jayce, Eli, Maura, and Finn; and many great-grandchildren.

A private service is planned for immediate family. At his request, Gene will be cremated, and his ashes spread near his boyhood home in rural Kentucky.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the North Carolina Zoo, 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC 27205.

absolute pride and joy.

For several years Roger raised hunting dogs, and owned and operated The Hunter’s Corner gun shop in Polo, and then in Ashton.

He worked for 19 years as a print press operator at Quebecor Printing in Mt. Morris.

In retirement, he enjoyed working part-time at Smokin’ Gun Worx in Forreston. Throughout his life he frequented

antique shows and flea markets as a vendor in the northern Illinois area, and was widely respected as an expert in the field of antique traps, tools and firearms.

Over the last several years, Roger converted his expertise into educational outreach, dressing as a “mountain man” and teaching area youth about pioneer life and survival.

He was a lifetime member both of the National Rifle Association and the Tri-County Gun Club.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Melvin.

He is survived by his wife, Pat; his three children; brother, Bob (Rose)

Garrison of Roseville, California; brother Bruce (Penelope) Garrison of Morton; and grandchildren Hayden and Garrett Bittinger, Cole and Knox Chesnut, and Raine and Ila Sides; along with nieces, nephews, and twin grandnephews, who will all dearly miss their Pa and Uncle Yup-Yup. A memorial will be established at the Tri-County Gun Club.

Condolences may be sent to his wife, Pat Garrison, at her home in Polo.

A celebration of his life will be planned at a later date.

Arrangements have been completed

by Polo Family Funeral Home.

and children, Cheryl Smith, Douglas Hall, Glenn (Wendy) Hall and Andrew Hall. Grandchildren are Cristina (Justin) Buskohl, Aaron (Katie) Smith, Michael Smith, Brianna, Brock, and Brant Hall.

There are six great-grandchildren.

Dale was the Polo High School counselor and a coach from 1967 to 2002.

He taught 2 years and was athletic director for 1 year.

He also was the Student Council adviser.

He enjoyed coaching football for 37 years. He coached basketball for 8 years, and kept the scorebook at basketball games for many years.

Dale was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church for 55 years.

There will be a private funeral Mass on Oct. 10.

Visit www.polofamilyfuneralhome. com to sign Dale’s guest book and share a memory.

Donations may be sent to the Polo School Foundation.

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OBITUARIES RITA A. LAWTON POLO – Rita Ann Lawton, 92, of Polo, passed away on September 27, 2020 at Polo Rehab and Health Center with her children at her side.

She was born Oct. 19, 1927, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Andrew and Celestine Lunz and was raised in Chicago.

She married Donald Lawton on June 22, 1946. Donald preceded her in death

MICHAEL SMYTH FORRESTON – It is with great sadness that the family of Michael Smyth announce his passing on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Michael “Leroy” Smyth passed away at his home in Forreston, at the age of 65, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Mike was born on May 15, 1954 in Freeport to Leslie and Betty (Rinderman) Smyth.

He was an owner-operator and held multiple other positions at Asche Trans-

MARTHA JEAN WAGNER AMBOY – Martha Jean Wojtkiewicz-Wagner, age 95, of Amboy, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 in Serenity Hospice & Home, Oregon.

Martha Jean was born on March 30, 1925 in Eldena, the daughter of Elbert & Olive (Shuck) Shoemaker.

She was a 1943 graduate of Amboy High School, Amboy.

She worked at the Green River Ordi-

on Nov. 21, 1975.

She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Katherine Jelick and Dorothy Greenan; and two brothers, Robert Lunz and Ray Lunz, all of Chicago.

Rita is survived by her sister, Jean Lawton; daughter, Dorothy (Mark)

Dusing; son, Dan (Cathy) Lawton; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Rita retired from head cook at the Polo schools, where she worked for over 25 years. She then spent the next 18 years employed at PNC, Inc. in Polo, and an additional 10 years as a volunteer at Centennial Elementary School.

Rita was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

She had a huge love for animals, and she dearly loved her grandchildren, never missing a single activity they were involved in.

A memorial has been established in Rita’s name and may be directed to Polo Family Funeral Home, 110 E. Dixon St. Polo, Illinois 61064.

A private mass and burial will take place.

fer, Inc. for more than 20 years, and then worked at Estes Express for 20 years.

Mike loved toasting his friends at Josh’s Saloon, playing the slots and he never turned down a good meal.

He also loved riding his Harley and spending time with his family and friends. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit.

Mike was preceded in death by his father, Leslie; his mother, Betty; and his four children, Tugger, Bert and Ernie.

He is survived by his two stepchildren, Mike (Heather) Dietmeier and Jennifer Dietmeier; his sister, Diane (Larry) Asche; brother, Les (Rosemary) Smyth; and several nieces, great-nieces, nephews and a great-nephew, Angie Pascoli, Michele (Brian and Jillian) Bergman, Dan (Jessica and Reagan) Asche, Christian Smyth, Rachael (Micah and Miles) Van

Mersbergen, Taylor Smyth and Samuel Smyth.

Due to COVID-19, a private graveside service will be held Saturday, Oct. 10.

Mike’s family is requesting those wanting to share a memory may do so at the Forreston Memorial Park on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 12:30 until 2:30 p.m.

Afterwards, anyone wishing to raise a toast to Mike may proceed on to his favorite hangout, Josh’s Saloon.

Please sign Mike’s guestbook and share a memory at www.burketubbs. com.

nance Plant, Amboy, before becoming a mother and homemaker.

She was a past member of St. Patrick Church, Amboy, IL. Martha Jean loved taking care of family and friends, and she was known for her pies.

She married Robert J. Wojtkiewicz on

Sept. 5, 1944 in St. Sebastian Church, Chicago, and he preceded her in death on April 4, 1983.

On May 6, 1987 she married Daniel H. Wagner in the Candlelight Wedding Chapel, Las Vegas, Nevada, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 24, 1994.

Martha Jean is survived by five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husbands; son, Gary Wojtkiewicz; daughter, Carol Blum; one brother,

Elbert Shoemaker; and two sisters, Maurine Hoyle and Thelma Krische.

Cremation rites have been accorded with Finch Funeral Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt. Morris.

Martha Jean will be laid to rest in Oakwood Cemetery, Dixon, and at her request, there will be no services.

“Memories will remain in the sacred places of the heart.”

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Serenity Hospice & Home, Oregon.

was arrested on a driving while license suspended warrant. Rice had a bond of $3,000/ 10% and remained in the Ogle County Jail pending a court appearance.

Oct. 1 Jacob A. Haws, 34, of Rockford was arrested for a failure to appear warrant.

He posted $2,625.50 as bond and was released from jail.

6,000 block of North Illinois 2.

Curatola II also received citations for equipment violation and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Curatola II was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was released to correctional staff and held in lieu of bond.

property damage accident. Probasco was additionally issued citations for failure to yield, expired registration and operating an uninsured vehicle. Probasco was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following police activity.

Sept. 29 Corey Carter, 36, of Steward, was arrested at 6:07 p.m. for battery after deputies were dispatched to the 6,000 block of South Sarah Avenue in Rochelle for the report of a disturbance. Carter was released from the scene on an I-Bond and will appear in court at a later date.

Sept. 30 Daniel Rice, 40, of Muscatine, Iowa

Oct. 2 Robert Curatola II, 33, of Oregon was arrested at 11:55 p.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol after deputies conducted a traffic stop in the

Oct. 3 Jeremy Probasco, 32, of Holcomb was arrested at 2:11 p.m. for driving while license revoked after deputies responded to the intersection of Allen and Second Streets in Holcomb for a

Malcolm McNeal, 37, of Rockford was arrested at 12:27 a.m. for driving on a revoked license after deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 19,000 block of East Illinois 64 for an equipment violation. McNeal was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

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TOWN FUND Revenues Summary: Property Tax Replacement Tax TOIRMA R & B Warrants Interest Misc.

Total Revenue

77,719.45 6,307.26 771.00 3,952.90 649.44 0.00 89,400.05

Expenditures Summary: Under $25,000 Carol Eckerd; Gary Myers; Dale Flanagan; Alan Nelson; Rick Canfield; Gerald Beck; Joel Palmer; Marlin Jones $25,000 - $49,999.99 Gary Clark Total Compensation and Taxes 60,019.25 A. C. Pavement Striping Co 12,587.99 Utilities - Com Ed 3,447.41 Toirma 4,497.00 Subtotal 80,551.65 All other less than $2,500 Total Expenditures SUMMARY OF STATE OF CONDITIONS Beginnning Balance Revenues Less Disbursements Ending Balance RELIEF FUND Revenue Summary: Property Tax Interest Misc.

Total Revenue Expenditures Summary: All other less than $2,500 Total Expenditures SUMMARY OF STATE OF CONDITIONS Beginnning Balance Revenues Less Disbursements Ending Fund Balance ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Revenue Summary: Property Tax Replacement Tax Interest TOIRMA Misc Total Revenue Expenditures Summary: Under $25,000 Marlin Jones, Joel Palmer Total Compensation Bonnell Industries Contech Conserv FS Heavy Equipment Co

4,926.87 85,478.52 106,561.53 89,400.05 85,478.52 110,483.06

670.14 299.65 0.00 969.79 0.00 0.00 30,565.92 969.79 0.00 31,535.71

140,800.16 6,105.66 102.58 571.00 0.00 147,579.40

2,452.26 3,120.24 3,032.00 5,924.49 5,100.05

Martin & Company Ogle County Hwy Dept R. E. Wolber & Sons Steve Benesh & Sons The Bocker Group Wes’ Tree Service TOIRMA Subtotal

6,929.28 10,271.96 13,345.00 31,933.48 51.068.18 7,500.00 3,830.00 144,506.94

All other less than $2,500 Total Expenditures

9,717.93 154,224.87

SUMMARY OF STATE OF CONDITIONS Beginnning Balance Revenues Less Disbursements Ending Fund Balance

157,365.72 147,579.40 154,224.87 150,720.25

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT FUND Revenue Summary: Property Tax Interest Equipment sales Total Revenue

6,925.87 19.46 23,000.00 29,945.33

Expenditures Summary: Bonnell Industries Misc Total Expenditures

39,735.00 0.00 39,735.00

SUMMARY OF STATE OF CONDITIONS Beginnning Balance Revenues Less Disbursements Ending Fund Balance

24,580.54 29,945.33 39,735.00 14,790.87

C. B. & H. B. FUND Revenue Summary: Property Tax Interest Misc.

Total Revenue

10,387.76 36.06 0.00 10,423.82

Expenditures Summary: Ogle County Bridge Repair Culverts All other less than $2,500 SUMMARY OF STATE OF CONDITIONS Beginnning Balance Revenues Less Disbursements Ending Fund Balance

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LEGAL NOTICE Annual Treasurer’s Report for Pine Rock Township 4/1/2019 3/31/2020

0.00 0.00 33,029.79 10,423.82 0.00 43,453.61

I, Carol Eckerd, Clerk of the Pine Rock Township, Ogle County, Illinois do hereby certify that the above is a true copy of the Annual Treasurer’s Report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2020.

Carol Eckerd Pine Rock Twp. Clerk October 9, 2020

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Gilman, Byron, Illinois who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Attorney Charles T. Sewell, 215 South State Street, Belvidere, Illinois.

Claims against the Claims against the estate may be filed estate may be filed in the Office of the on or before, 2nd Ogle County Cir- day of April, 2021 cuit Clerk--Probate that date being at Division at the least six (6) months Ogle, Oregon, IL from the date of 61061, or with the first publication, or estate legal repre- within three (3) months from the sentative, or both. date of mailing or OTICES 101 101 LEGAL NOTICES 101 LEGAL N LEGAL NOTICES of Notice Copies of the delivery claims filed with to creditors, if mailSTATE OF the Circuit Clerk's ing or delivery is ILLINOIS IN THE Office--Probate Di- required by 755 5/18-3, CIRCUIT COURT vision, must be ILCS mailed or delivered whichever date is OF THE 15TH to the estate legal later. Any claim not JUDICIAL representative and filed by the requiCIRCUIT to his/her attorney site date stated COUNTY OF within ten days af- above shall be OGLE ter it has been barred.

Claims against the IN THE MATTER filed. estate may be filed OF THE ESTATE DATED: in the office of the OF Boone County CirSeptember 28, KENT M. 2020 cuit Clerk--Probate CHIDLEY, Division at the Deceased County David L. Davitt Boone Courthouse, 601 #6206402 IN PROBATE Attorney for Estate North Main Street, Case No: Belvidere, Illinois 4023 Charles 2020 P 67 61008, or with the Street Rockford, IL 61108 estate legal repreCLAIM NOTICE sentative, or both.

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Executor OF OGLE Claims against the In the Matter of the Charles T. Sewell. estate may be filed Estate of L.L.C. for Estate on or before April Ronald J. Gilman Attorney at Law 2, 2021, that date Deceased.

No. 2020-P-66 215 South State being at least six NOTICE FOR Street (6) months from the PUBLICATIONBelvidere, IL 61008 date of first publiWILL AND Phone: cation, or within CLAIMS 815-544-3118 three (3) months from the date of NOTICE is given of death of Oct. 2, 9, 16, 2020 mailing or delivery the Gilman. of Notice to credi- Ronald tors, if mailing or Letters of Office delivery is required were issued on Publication Notice 16, Public Notice is

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Street, Belvidere, all of the persons owning, conductClaims against the Illinois. estate may be filed Claims against the ing and transacting business in the Office of the estate may be filed the Ogle County Cir- on or before, 2nd known as: cuit Clerk--Probate day of April, 2021 Unique Boutique Division at the that date being at 7 East Center St. Mt. Morris, IL Ogle, Oregon, IL least six (6) months 61054 61061, or with the from the date of first publication, or Dated September estate legal reprewithin three (3) 28, 2020 sentative, or both. months from the Laura J. Cook, Copies of the date of mailing or Ogle County Clerk Oct. 9, 16, 23, claims filed with delivery of Notice 2020 the Circuit Clerk's to creditors, if mailOffice--Probate Di- ing or delivery is vision, must be required by 755 5/18-3, mailed or delivered ILCS to the estate legal whichever date is the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SEASONED CREDIT RISK TRANSFER TRUST, SERIES 2018-1 Plaintiff, -v.H. DARLENE HARTMANN AKA DARLENE H. HARTMANN AKA DARLENE HARTMANN, FIFTH THIRD BANK S/B/M FIFTH THIRD BANK (WESTERN MICHIGAN) Defendant 19 CH 15 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 3, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on October 20, 2020, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 36, 1250 FEET EAST OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH, PERPENDICULAR TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION, 110 FEET; THENCE EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION, 7 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PERPENDICULAR TO THE LAST COURSE, 61 FEET; THENCE EAST PARALLEL TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION, 140 FEET; THENCE NORTH PERPENDICULAR TO THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 171 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION; AND THENCE WEST ON THE SAID NORTH LINE, 147 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; ALL IN TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 3RD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN., IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 3RD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 1397.00 FEET EASTERLY OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE SOUTHERLY AT A RIGHT ANGLE TO SAID NORTH LINE 171.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 221.82 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY PARALLEL WITH SAID NORTH LINE, 140.00 FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY AT A RIGHT ANGLE TO THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 221.82 FEET; THENCE EASTERLY PARALLEL WITH SAID NORTH LINE, 140.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 20143 EAST WELTY ROAD, ESMOND, IL 60129 Property Index No. 19-36-100-001; 19-36-100-010 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $147,752.90.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ?AS IS? condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, the sales department, Diaz Anselmo Lindberg, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL, 60563 (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.AnselmoLindberg.com.. Please refer to file number F19010239.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

Diaz Anselmo Lindberg, LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE IL, 60563 630-453-6960 E-Mail: ilpleadings@dallegal.com Attorney File No. F19010239 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 19 CH 15 TJSC#: 40-2191 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff?s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to LEGAL NOTICESby101 confirmation the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis &

POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE LEGAL NOTICES 101 FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court or contact file Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876.

Please refer to file number 14-20-03708.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SEASONED CREDIT RISK TRANSFER TRUST, SERIES 2018-1 Plaintiff, -v.H. DARLENE HARTMANN AKA DARLENE H. HARTMANN AKA DARLENE HARTMANN, FIFTH THIRD BANK S/B/M FIFTH THIRD BANK (WESTERN MICHIGAN) Defendant 19 CH 15 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 3, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on October 20, 2020, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 20143 EAST WELTY ROAD, ESMOND, IL 60129 Property Index No. 19-36-100-001; 19-36-100-010 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $147,752.90.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ?AS IS? condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, the sales department, Diaz Anselmo Lindberg, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL, 60563 (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.AnselmoLindberg.com.. Please refer to file number F19010239.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

Diaz Anselmo Lindberg, LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE IL, 60563 630-453-6960 E-Mail: ilpleadings@dallegal.com Attorney File No. F19010239 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 19 CH 15 TJSC#: 40-2191 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff?s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 19 CH 15 September 25, 2020

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Publication Notice Public Notice is hereby given that on September 22, OTICES 101 LEGAL NOTICES 101 101 LEGAL NaOTICES 2020, certificate was filed in the PUBLIC NOTICE Ogle County Clerk's office setforth the Petitions are now ting OF THE available for the names and post April 6, 2021 con- office address of solidated election all of the persons TH THIRD for Oregon-Nashua owning, conductTownship and may ing and transacting business be picked up by the contacting Cecilia known as: Drayton Defense red in the Zimmerman, Clerk, Options n October Township 306 W Logan 61, sell at 815-535-2078.

You must be a leForreston, IL gal voter and a res61030 of Dated September RIBED AS ident 22, 2020 EAST OF Oregon/Nashua Laura J. Cook, E NORTH Township.

Notice is hereby Ogle County Clerk OF SAID given that the ofTHENCE fice of Oregon Oct. 2, 9, 16, 2020 PENDICU- Nashua Township PUBLIC NOTICE SECTION; at 107 Etnyre AvG; ALL IN enue will be open Notice is hereby COUNTY, from 8:00 am to given by the ForValley 1:00 pm on De- restville District cember 14, 2020 School E 2 EAST for the purpose of #221, in the CounRTH LINE accepting candi- ties of Ogle and THENCE date's petitions or Stephenson, State GINNING; certificates for the of Illinois, that a ESTERLY consolidated elec- public hearing on a E TO THE tion to be held on Waiver of AdminisRTH LINE, April 6, 2021. Any trative Cost will be other petitions or held at 6:30 p.m. certificates will be on October 21, accepted by call- 2020 in the Library ing Cecilia M. Zim- at Forreston JuHigh merman at 815- nior/Senior 535-2078 through School. ble to The December 21st unOctober 9, 2020 e Judicial til 5:00 PM. IN THE CIRCUIT ulated on List of Offices to COURT FOR THE aid by the be voted upon: 15TH JUDICIAL hours. No Supervisor CIRCUIT bid at the Road OGLE COUNTY ate whose Commissioner OREGON, subject to Township Clerk ILLINOIS ate and is Trustee loanDepot.com, course to Assessor October 9, 2020 LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. will entitle Publication Notice Gisela Bueno; et. al. DEFENDANTS condition of Court Date for 2020CH37 Request for Name ion.

NOTICE OF Change (Adult) munity, the SHERIFF'S SALE s and the State of Illinois, OF REAL ESTATE ccordance Circuit Court, Ogle PUBLIC NOTICE IS County ), you are Case GIVEN Number HEREBY essments 2020MR000053 that pursuant to quired by Request of: a Judgment of and Mikayla Marie Foreclosure Sale entered in the MAIN IN Satkiewicz NCE WITH There will be a above cause on the court date on my 09/11/2020, port, etc.) request to change Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will the same my name from: Marie on November 13, conducts Mikayla 2020 at the hour of Satkiewicz 1771 W. to the new name 10:00 AM at Ogle Public ons, visit of: Mickey Marie County Safety Complex Satkiewicz 202 S. 1st St. Court Date: 11/13/2020 at Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherf pending 10:30 A.M. At 106 S. 5th wise designated at Street, Oregon, IL, the time of sale, County of Ogle and 61061 State of Illinois, sell Ogle County. at public auction to Courtroom #304 Mikayla Marie the highest bidder for cash, as set Satkiewicz September 25 & forth below, the October 2, 9 following described 2020 real estate: PART OF THE ttorney is Publication Notice NORTH HALF (1/2) e used for Public Notice is OF THE SOUTHQUARTER hereby given that EAST on September 22, (1/4) OF SECTION 2020, a certificate 26, IN TOWNSHIP was filed in the 24 NORTH, Ogle County RANGE 9 EAST Clerk's office set- OF THE FOURTH ting forth the PRINCIPAL names and post MERIDIAN,

real estate: PART OF THE NORTH HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION OTICES 101 LEGAL 26, INNTOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND AS DESCRIBED FOLLOWS, TO -WIT . BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHQUARTER EAST (1/4), 1216.9 FEET EAST OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE EAST ON THE QUARTER SECTION (1/4) LINE, 240 FEET; THENCE SOUTH, PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID QUARTER (1/4) SECTION, 907.5 FEET THENCE WEST, PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER (1/4) SECTION, 240 FEET; THENCE NORTH 907.5 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; SITUIN THE ATED TOWNSHIP OF MT MORRIS, COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 08-26-426-001 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4247 W Mud Creek Rd Mount Morris, IL 61054 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential ProperMunicipality ty Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction of the thereof amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real is estate and offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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REAL ESTATE 200 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS loanDepot.com, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Gisela Bueno; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2020CH37 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of and Foreclosure Sale entered in the above cause on the 09/11/2020, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on November 13, 2020 at the hour of 10:00 AM at Ogle Public County Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-26-426-001 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4247 W Mud Creek Rd Mount Morris, IL 61054 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential ProperMunicipality ty Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to

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balance, including and legal fees due The successful the Judicial sale under The Condo- purchaser has the fee for Abandoned minium Property sole responsibility/ Residential Proper- Act, 765 ILCS expense of evicting ty Municipality 605/9(g)(1) and (g) any tenants or Relief Fund, which (4). other individuals ESTATE at200 ESTATE 200 presently REAL ESTATE 200in property the RIfEALthe isREAL calculated rate of $1 for each is located in a possession of the $1,000 or fraction common interest subject premises. thereof of the community, The property will amount paid by the purchasers other NOT be open for and purchaser not to than mortgagees inspection exceed $300, in will be required to Plaintiff makes no certified funds, is pay any assess- representation as due within twenty- ment and legal to the condition of property. four (24) hours. The fees due under the the Prospective subject property is Condominium are subject to general Property Act, 765 bidders real estate taxes, ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). admonished to assessspecial If the sale is check the Court ments, or special set aside for file to verify all levied any reason, the information. taxes against said real Purchaser at the IF YOU ARE THE estate and is sale shall be MORTGAGOR offered for sale entitled only to (HOMEOWNER), without any repre- a return of the YOU HAVE THE sentation as to deposit paid. The RIGHT TO REMAIN quality or quantity Purchaser shall IN POSSESSION of title and without have no further FOR 30 DAYS recourse to Plaintiff recourse against AFTER ENTRY OF Mortgagor, AN ORDER OF and in "AS IS" the condition. The sale the Mortgagee or POSSESSION, IN is further subject to the Mortgagee's ACCORDANCE confirmation by the attorney.

WITH SECTION OF court.

Upon payment in 15-1701(C) ILLINOIS If the property is full of the amount THE a condominium bid, the purchaser MORTGAGE and the foreclosure shall receive a FORECLOSURE takes place after Certificate of Sale, LAW. For information: pur- which will entitle 1/1/2007, chasers other than the purchaser to a Examine the court or contact the mortgagees will Deed to the real file be required to pay estate after Confir- Plaintiff's attorney: any assessment mation of the sale. Codilis & and legal fees due The successful Associates, P.C., under The Condo- purchaser has the 15W030 North Property sole responsibility/ Frontage Road, minium Act, 765 ILCS expense of evicting Suite 100, Burr 605/9(g)(1) and (g) any tenants or Ridge, IL 60527, (4). individuals (630) 794-9876. other If the property presently in Please refer to file is located in a possession of the number common interest subject premises. 14-20-03708.

HOMES HThe HOMES OMESproperty will I3156968 community, NOT for FOR SALE purchasers other 210 210 FOR SALE FOR Sbe ALE open210 than mortgagees inspection and October 2, 9, 16, will be required to Plaintiff makes no 2020 pay any assess- representation as ment and legal to the condition of property. fees due under the the Condominium Prospective Property Act, 765 bidders are ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). admonished to If the sale is check the Court set aside for file to verify all any reason, the information.

Purchaser at the IF YOU ARE THE sale shall be MORTGAGOR Lorence Ludwig entitled onlyBroker to (HOMEOWNER), YOU 471.0051 HAVE THE a return of the Lic. deposit paid. The RIGHT TO REMAIN Purchaser shall IN POSSESSION have no further FOR 30 DAYS recourse against AFTER ENTRY OF the Mortgagor, AN ORDER OF the Mortgagee or POSSESSION, IN the Mortgagee's ACCORDANCE attorney.

WITH SECTION OF Upon payment in 15-1701(C) full of the amount THE ILLINOIS bid, the purchaser MORTGAGE shall receive a FORECLOSURE Certificate of Sale, LAW. For information: which will entitle 4th Ave,toGraham, Hubbell the (Rt. 3102 the purchaser a Examine court - 58 customers) real file St, or Deed 1st-4th to theAve, Palmyra Hill Drcontact (Rt. 3107 - 83 customers) estate after ConfirPlaintiff's attorney: Marclare, Apple, Brinton, Washington (Rt. 3081 - 90 customers) mation of the sale. Codilis & The successful Associates, P.C., purchaser has the 15W030 North sole responsibility/ Frontage Road, Several routes available!

Call for more details. expense of evicting Suite 100, Burr any tenants or Ridge, IL 60527, other individuals (630) 794-9876. presently in Please refer to file possession of the number est. 1851 subject premises. 14-20-03708.

The property will I3156968 NOT be open for inspection and Telegraph October 16,Dixon, IL 61021 • 113 2, S. 9, Peoria Plaintiff makes no 2020 representation as to the condition of the property.

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Mark Ebert (IL#440000341) 815-946-2809

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NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is specifically licensed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in its care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes. The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))

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Vectra On-line 1800, good condition, sells for $1,800 used, asking $800 815-517-3541

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Approx. 15,000 Orig miles, Only serious investors. $56,000 FIRM 815-517-3541

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2006 Chevy Silverado 1500, 4x4, w/ myers plow, 148,000 miles, $6,700 815-441-0620 For sale. 2013 Chevy Silverado 1500. 33,689 miles.

Call/text Christopher @ 815 535 8037 for pics and more details. Asking price $15K O.B.O

BOATS/MOTORS 940 14' Boat w/ Trailer 9.9 Motor w/ 3 props, Front deck storage, 3 xtra tires, Brand new batt, New elect. anchor syst. 2 fish locator's. Batt. monitor gage, Night Light set, Blue carpeted, Tarp & xtra anchor, Other xtras.

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