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Christmas cheer for area children By Vinde Wells Editor Christmas dreams came true for 30 children Dec. 13 when local law enforcement officers took them on a shopping trip. The Forreston Police Department, with the help of officers from other area agencies and other volunteers, took the youngsters to the Freeport Farm & Fleet Dec. 13 to buy clothes and toys for the annual Shop with a Cop. As much as possible, each child is paired with his or her own adult shopper to make for a personal experience. “Each child is outfitted with the essentials first such as socks, jeans, gloves, boots,” said Forreston Police Chief Mike Boomgarden. “Then
after that is accomplished, the fun begins while the kids and their new-found friends head for the fun stuff like the toys and sporting goods areas.” Helping with this year’s event were law enforcement representatives from Forreston Police Department, Polo Police Department, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the Illinois State Police, and other law enforcement personnel from Ogle and Stephenson County, along with their family and other friends of law enforcement. “This year one young man said that he would skip the toys if he could get a bike because someone stole his. His wish was granted,” Illinois Department of Natural Resources Officer Steve Beltran assists Lola with picking out clothes during Turn to A3 Forreston’s Shop with a Cop Dec. 13 at Farm & Fleet in Freeport. Photo supplied
$15,700 donation made to help repair Black Hawk By Vinde Wells Editor The fund to make repairs on the Black Hawk Statue was enriched by more than $15,000 recently, thanks to a local festival. Amy Trimble, creator of the Oregon Trail Days Festival, said the festival committee sent away all their money to the Illinois Conservation Foundation last week for the restoration of the Black Hawk Statue, which stands on a high bluff overlooking the Rock River at Lowden State Park near Oregon.. “The check for $15,718.93 consisted of funds generated during the July event as well as from sales of merchandise throughout the year,” Trimble said. The Oregon Trail Days Festival was started in July of 2010 as fundraiser for the
century-old landmark, and had its final event in July of 2014. Trimble said a total of more than $50,000 was raised for the project by the five festivals. The committee, who committed five years to the event, was hoping that new individuals would step forward to continue the two-day festival but so far no one has expressed interest, she said. “We fully understand people’s reluctance to get involved,” Trimble said. “It takes a lot of work and time to put on a festival of this nature and when people realize that this is strictly a volunteer situation it becomes an even larger sacrifice.” The committee, which consisted of Beth Henderson, Donna Mann, Merlin and Cindy Hagemann, and Ken and Chris Williams, were all very happy with their final contribution and their involvement in the statue
restoration, Trimble said. “We feel like we’ve made a great contribution to Oregon by helping raise funds for Black Hawk but most importantly by creating media hype about this historical structure. Over the past several years we were able to bring several newspapers, magazines and TV outlets to Oregon to share Black Hawk’s story with people all across Illinois and the Midwest,” Henderson said. “In some respects that was more important than the money that we raised. Mann urged the public to continue to make donations to the restoration project. “We strongly encourage people to continue supporting the fundraising efforts for the statue,” she said. “As we understand it, the initial estimates for the restoration were a bit low and there is still about $75,000 needed to
complete the project.” Recent estimates place the cost at $900,000. Created by sculptor Lorado Taft in 1910 as a tribute to all Native Americans, the statue draws thousands of visitors each year. It was unveiled and dedicated in 1911. Testing and evaluations done in the last year and a half showed that three areas of the statue are in dire need of repairs. The critical areas are the folded arms of the statue, especially the elbows and underneath the arms; the middle of the robe; and the vertical fold in the robe from armpit to toe. The areas are spalled, meaning chunks of concrete have already fallen out, and delineated, meaning areas of concrete are loose and ready to fall. Time and weather are responsible for the damage to the statue.
A repair plan was approved by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency last August. Project conservator Dr. Andrzej Dajnowski and his crew built scaffold completely around the 50-foot concrete landmark in late November, then put a wooden roof over the top, and finally enclosed it all with the protective mesh early this month. The mesh will protect the statue from further damage until work can begin next spring. Once the restoration is completed, a re-dedication ceremony will be held. The Friends of the Black Hawk Statue, headed up by Frank and Cherron Rausa, Sterling, began working more than five years ago to secure a plan and the funds to have the
statue repaired. Nearly half the money already raised for the project came from the $350,000 state grant. The rest came from donations, including the help from the Oregon Trails Days festival. A large contributor was the Jeffris Family Foundation, Janesville, Wis., which gave a $150,000 matching grant. The Chicago Black Hawks hockey team got on board a sizable donation. To donate to the project, checks can be made out to the Illinois Conservation Foundation and marked in the memo line for the Black Hawk Statue. Donations can be mailed to Illinois Conservation Foundation, 1 Natural Resources Way, Springfield IL 62702.
Lost message is finally delivered By Jermaine Pigee Sauk Valley Media Kelly Denton spent the past few days trying to figure out how a long-lost Christmas card appeared in her mailbox. “I’d really like to know where it came from,” said Denton, 52, Mt. Morris. Last Tuesday, Denton received a card postmarked Dec. 15, 1963, from Dixon. That same letter had another postmark from Seattle, Wash., dated Dec. 11 of this year. In 1963, Carolyn Hackbarth, Mt. Morris, sent the card to William and Debbie Kiddell, her former neighbors. Both WIlliam and Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley holds up a basket while Ogle County Judge John Redington draws the election Debbie have since passed order for school board races. For the Forrestville Valley School District Don Cook will be first and John Reining will away. be second. Photo by Chris Johnson Hackbarth, 76, lived in
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Dixon when she mailed the card. Hackbarth slowly opened the 51-year-old envelope and re-discovered the card Saturday afternoon as a group of people looked on at Pinecrest Community. “I know there is no money in here, because I don’t remember putting any in the card,” Hackbarth said with a laugh. The front of the card has three Christmas trees – two green and one red – along with the word “Greetings”. The inside of the white card reads “Merry Christmas Happy New Year.” “The card is in great shape after all these years,” Denton said. Turn to A3
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Alumni invited to perform with Cheer and Dance team Forreston High School Cheer and Dance would like to invite alumni to come and perform with them on Saturday, Jan. 10 at 5:30 p.m. when the Forreston High School boys basketball teams host Milledgeville. Forreston cheer alumni will cheer during the boys
varsity basketball game. Cheer practice for alumni will be prior to the game on Jan. 10 at 4 p.m. in the junior high gym. The cost for alumni cheer t-shirts will be $10 each. Contact Lucia Heitter at 815291-4951 by Friday, Dec.26. The Forreston Dance
team will hold a practice on Saturday, Jan.10 at 4 p.m. in the junior high gym with the performance at that night’s half-time show at the varsity game. Call Jill Bunders at 815541-3258 by Friday, Dec. 26. T-shirts for alumni are $10 each.
Students of the Month were recently recognized at Forreston Junior and Senior High Schools. Pictured above left to right with Principal Michael Mandzen are: junior high students Evan Kelsey, Taylor Greenfield, and Bailey Cullor. Below with Mandzen are high school students Aidan Carr, Emily Homman, Irene Alcaraz, and Lizzie Gronewold. Photos supplied
Students of the Month German Valley Grade School recently named Students of the Month for November. Above, pictured left to right are: Landon Graden, and Brayden Brock, and Xander Pepper. At right are: Isaac McHenry and Gehrig Rozakis. Below are: Dausyn Heslop, Kyla Lamm, and Weston Diehl. Photos supplied
Oregon Lawn & Farm has been in business for 20 years. With the recent recovery from the fire we had, we wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone who offered their assistance and continued support. It sure is a good feeling to know that a community reaches out to help during times of difficulty. We only missed two days of being open for business during the 16 months from the fire. We worked out in the sun, rain, and sometimes snow. Our building is 96% complete and we are ready to serve our customers. Please watch the Ogle County (Oregon Republican Reporter, Mt. Morris Times, Forreston Journal and Polo Tri- County Press) and Byron newspapers for ads containing special discounts. Our product lineup is: Simplicity & Hustler Riding Mowers American Energy Alternative Heat Products (Corn & Pellet Stoves) Brigg & Stratton Home Standby Generators Estimates, Installation & Service. Sales and Service on all the above. We also service all makes of lawn and garden equipment. Along with our outdoor power equipment we sell pet, bird and livestock feed, grass seed, and lawn care products. Our brands are Blue Buffalo, Chicken Soup, Nutra Source, and Tuffys. Please stop in or give us a call, if we can be of help.
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Alumni game set Forreston High School girls’ and boys’ basketball will hold an alumni game on Saturday, Jan. 10 at the FHS gym beginning at 3 p.m. for women, 3:30 p.m. co-ed, and 3:45 p.m. for men. Following the alumni game, the Forreston boys play Milledgeville, with the fresh-soph game at 5:30 p.m. and the varsity game to follow at 7 p.m. The FHS Servant Leaders will host a spaghetti supper
benefiting the Kelli Kappes family the same night. Anyone interested in attending and/or playing in the alumni game is asked to contact Jonathan Schneiderman (men) at jschneiderman@ fvdistrict221.org or 815275-1827, or Jane (Slick) Koeller (women) at jeslick3@yahoo.com or 815-266-1095 with name, graduating year, and t-shirt size.
Carolyn Hackbarth holds on to a piece of mail she sent Dec. 15, 1963. The Christmas card was lost and finally delivered to Kelly Denton of Mount Morris last week. Photo by Philip Marruffo, Sauk Valley Media
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Brunch is Dec. 25 The annual Christmas Morning Brunch will be held on Thursday, Dec. 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, Forreston. The public is invited to
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attend. Come for food and fellowship. Spread the word about this free will offering meal. The proceeds will go to the food pantry in Forreston.
Friday, Dec. 26. The office will be closed on New Year’s Day Thursday, Jan. 1. Normal hours will resume on Friday, Jan. 2.
Kelly Denton watches Saturday at Pinecrest Community as Carolyn Hackbarth opens a Christmas card she mailed out Dec. 15, 1963. The card was delivered to the Denton home last week with postmarks from both Dixon – where Hackbarth lived back then – and Seattle, Washington. Photo by Philip Marruffo, Sauk Valley Media
There is no house number on the envelope. Instead, Hackbarth just addressed the card to Hannah Avenue in Mt. Morris. Denton lives on South Hannah Avenue. “In a small town like this, everyone knows everyone,” Hackbarth said. “Back then, a lot of people just put the name of the street on the card and the mail carrier knew where the
mail was going.” The card is signed by Hackbarth, and it includes the name of her husband, Dick, who has passed away, and those of her two children, Diane, 54, and Duane, 51. The card also spent some time in a Seattle post office. “For all we know, this letter could have sat in a post office in Seattle for all these years,” said Bruce Denton, 57, Kelly’s husband. “We are not sure why it ended up in our mailbox.”
Annual Shop with a Cop helped many area children From A1 Boomgarden said. “I also was told by one of the ‘cops’ that the boy that shopped with him became very excited about having his own socks that no one else had ever worn.” He said the event is held at the Freeport Farm & Fleet because Forreston resident Greg Genandt is the manager there. “He and his staff really roll out the red carpet to the kids and all of our shoppers,” Boomgarden said. Names of participants for the event come from teachers, counselors, law enforcement, relatives, neighbors, and others, he said. “We then speak directly with the parents and it is up to them if they wish to participate,”
Boomgarden said. “There are no pre-qualifiers and circumstances might range from unemployment to medical issues in the home, to domestic violence, to employment layoffs, and shutdowns. The only rule we have is that the children have never participated before.” The adult shoppers get at least as much from the event as the children do, Boomgarden said. “When someone helps us, I know they will be back in following years because it is a very moving and heartwarming experience,” he said. “I have seen a lot of tears and hugs at the conclusion.” Money for the annual shopping trip comes from private donations.
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Forreston Police Chief Mike Boomgarden “directs traffic” Dec. 13 at the front door of Farm & Fleet in Freeport, pairing the kids up with shoppers for the annual Shop with a Cop sponsored by the Forreston Police Department. Photo supplied
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Kishwaukee students inducted into honor society Several local students are part of the nursing honor society The Kishwaukee College Nursing Program held an induction ceremony for the Alpha Delta Nu (ADN) Nursing Honor Society on Dec. 18. Fourteen second-year nursing students were inducted as new members of ADN. The fourteen nursing students inducted into the Kishwaukee College chapter of Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society are: Meredith Arjes, Rochelle; Vicki BensonCopus, Rochelle; Jennifer Campbell, Sycamore; Jessica Erdman (Secretary of ADN), Rochelle; Allison Franz, DeKalb; Allison
Gale, Byron; Amanda Hurst, Sycamore; Rebecca Maness, Sycamore; Christopher McKeown, Oregon; Jaime Monk, Cortland; Kimberly Sanchez (President of ADN), DeKalb; Adrianne Schairer, Sycamore; Jordan Schrader, DeKalb; and Naheed Siddiqui, Sycamore. ADN is the official honor society of the National Organization for Associate Degree Nursing. To be eligible for admission to ADN, nursing students must maintain a minimum 87% average in all nursing courses and complete a leadership project. Faculty advisors of the ADN chapter at Kishwaukee College are Nursing instructors Pat Mitchell and June Callahan. Speakers at the ceremony were Dr. Tom Choice,
Kishwaukee College inducted 14 second-year nursing students into the Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society on Dec. 18, during a pinning ceremony on campus. Pictured above are the new ADN inductees. Photo supplied
President of Kishwaukee College, Bette Chilton, Dean of Health and Education at Kishwaukee College, and Kimberly Sanchez, inductee and President of the Kishwaukee College ADN chapter. New inductees received pins and
cords that may be worn at commencement. For more information on the Nursing Program at Kishwaukee College, Robert Dietrich, Mt. great-grandchildren. contact the Nursing Morris, will celebrate his Cards may be sent to him Department at 815-825- 90th birthday on Jan. 5. at 4575 Leaf River Rd., Mt. 2086, ext. 2510. He has four children, eight Morris IL 61054. grandchildren, and eight
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College and Service News Jennifer Lange Musician First Class Jennifer Lange, a Byron native, was recently selected as Sailor of the Year in the Navy Band Southwest, San Diego, Cal. Lange, a graduate of Coe College, joined the Navy as a horn instrumentalist in August, 2001. In addition to performing in the band’s marching and ceremonial bands, MU1 Lange is the band’s leading petty officer, ceremonial band assistant conductor, and one of the marching band’s drum majors. Lange also recently held positions as command career counselor and command fitness leader. One of Navy Band Southwest’s primary responsibilities involves providing musical tours within the band’s seven-state area of responsibility. Several of the band’s primary performing units embark each year on concert tours throughout the southwest, allowing the band to reach out to audiences that do not have opportunities to see Navy ensembles on a
regular basis. The concerts are familyfriendly events, meant to be entertaining to audiences of all ages and cultural backgrounds, as well as geared toward attracting individuals interested in joining the Navy. “Our band has the unique honor of bringing Navy awareness to audiences through our musical performances for the general public, as well as our educational outreach and recruiting initiatives in schools throughout the Southwest,” said Lieutenant Jane Hoffman, the Director of Navy Band Southwest. Hoffman added, “The men and women of Navy Band Southwest are true Naval Ambassadors for our Navy, and Petty Officer Jennifer Lange represents the ‘best of the best’ of our talented sailors.” As part of some of the more well-traveled units in the band, Petty Officer Lange has made appearances with groups at Fleet Week in San Francisco as well as four major professional sports games in the Southwestern
United States in the past year. “I get to work with fantastic musicians in this program,” said Lange. “They are outstanding people and very talented artists. It’s a unique opportunity to work with people who have such a high degree of skill. “Another one of my favorite parts of being in the band is working with the community by performing and spreading the word about the Navy and Navy music. “People are delighted to hear us every time. It tells me that every time we go out there, even if it’s something
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we do every day, it’s making a huge impact on others.” To be selected for the Navy Music Program, Lange went through a live audition process that involved showcasing her technique, musicality, and versatility. “I started playing in sixth grade. When I was a kid, my dad made me a cassette tape of Tchaikovsky, and when I listened to it, I thought the French horn really stood out, and I thought the sound was beautiful. “When I saw it and realized that that instrument was making the sound that I loved so much, I knew that I was going to play it. “I had great music teachers in school that encouraged me and helped me to not only grow as a musician, but also helped me to learn how to express myself and how to communicate.” “One of the highlights of my career has been the positive impact I’ve made on other sailors who needed direction and inspiration, or just guidance in their lives,” Lange said. “I’ve worked with sailors who didn’t really have a lot of direction and they were getting negative peer influence. I feel that I’ve helped some people to get on board with our mission and find out what a Navy career can do for them. “I’ve also had the opportunity to do some major performances, when the band was televised or broadcasted
on the radio, and it’s been very exciting to represent the Navy on such a large scale.” Before reporting to San Diego, Cal., in August, 2012, Lange’s past duty stations included San Diego, Calif., Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Little Creek, Va., and Great Lakes, Ill. For more information and press materials about Navy Band Southwest, visit http:// www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/ cnrsw/about/navy_band.html and on Facebook. “Why Being There Matters” On our planet, more than 70 percent of which is covered by water, being there means having the ability to act from the sea. The Navy is uniquely positioned to be there; the world’s oceans give the Navy the power to protect America’s interests anywhere, and at any time. The Navy protects and defends America on the world’s oceans. Navy ships, submarines, aircraft and, most importantly, tens of thousands of America’s finest young men and women are deployed around the world doing just that. They are there now. They will be there when we are sleeping tonight.
They will be there every Saturday, Sunday and holiday this year. They are there around the clock, far from our shores, defending America at all times.
Augustana College Several area students were named to the fall term dean’s list at Augustana College, Rock Island. Those earning academic honors included the following students. Byron: Keith Cline, senior majoring in psychology. Oregon: Amy Fagan, junior, majoring in communication studies; Heather Gorsegner, a junior majoring in elementary education; Nathaniel Hall a first-year with an undecided major; Jeneen Schier, a senior majoring in biology. Kings: Bethany Hayenga, a senior majoring in philosophy, German and classics. Stillman Valley: Hunter Winstead, a senior majoring in pre-medicine and biology. Students who have earned this academic honor have maintained a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher on a four-point scale for courses taken during the term.
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Church News ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville, 815-232-6222 Pastor Alan Cassel www. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6:30 p.m. Evening service. Wednesday, 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville, 815-235-1201 Pastor Bruce Otto 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon 815-864-2581 Traditional Worship 9 a.m. Education Hour 10 a.m. Contemporary Worship 11 a.m. BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Brookville: Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. 17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana 61015 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com Pastor Javier Martinez Adult & Children’s Education 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrated the First Sunday of Each Month
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crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris Phone 815-734-4853 Dwight Stewart, Pastor Worship 9:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling 815-626-0104 9 a.m. Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship Dave Jungnickel, Pastor EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569 Pastor Guthrie Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Church 10:30 a.m. EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, then three miles north. Pastor Brion Brooks Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 Director of Ministries for Youth and Christian Education David Bordy 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Roots Youth Ministry— Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m. Kids Clubs & Men’s & Women’s Bible Study— Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m. EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Office: 815-732-2424 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m.
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St. CHRIST OUR SAVIOR Mt. Morris LUTHERAN CHURCH 815-734-4942 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon Senior Pastor 815-284-4554 Bruce McKanna David Andermann, Pastor Associate Pastor 815-632-6767 Lance Mennen 9 a.m. Worship Service Thursday, Dec. 25—Church 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Office Closed Sunday, Dec. 28—9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 27—7 a.m. Worship with Communion; Men’s Accountability Group No Education Hour Sunday, Dec. 28—10 a.m. Worship Service; no Sunday CHURCH OF THE School or Innermission OPEN BIBLE Tuesday, Dec. 30—9 a.m. 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Ladies Prayer Circle Monte J. Cox, Pastor Wednesday, Dec. 31—6 a.m. 815-946-2848 Dixon Men’s Prayer Meeting Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Log onto our website at (June, July, August 9:30 a.m.) http://www.efcmm.org to check We include children in our out our latest opportunities and Sunday Worship experience updates “Kids are People, too� Ages 3-10 are dismissed right FAITH DISCOVERY after Praise & Worship. CHURCH Casual, Contemporary, 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Non-Traditional 815-946-3588 Passion for God Jeremy Heller, Pastor Compassion for People 9 a.m. Sunday School Visit Our Website: 10 a.m. Worship Service PoloOpenBible.org Nursery Available We are an independent nonCROSSROADS denominational Christian COMMUNITY CHURCH, church. WHITE PINES CAMPUS Visitors are always welcome. 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Saturdays at 6 p.m. FAITH EVANGELICAL Sundays at 10 a.m. LUTHERAN CHURCH 815-837-5255 402 Second Ave., Forreston whitepines@crossroadscn.com Church 815-938-3203 Campus Pastor Pastor Scott Ralston Chad Keeteman ext. 302 “ A Church with a Heart — Youth Pastor In the Heart of Forreston� Jose Garcia ext. 303 9 a.m. Sunday Worship We offer contemporary Thursday, Dec. 25—10 a.m.worship and relevant Bible 12 p.m. Community Christmas teaching through Brunch engaging messages, and Sunday, Dec. 28—9 a.m. powerful video Worship; No Sunday School Join us after the service in our for coffee, snack & fellowship FAITH UNITED Kidzlink Children’s Ministry METHODIST CHURCH (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Mission Statement: Loving, Services Growing & Serving in Faith Crave Youth Group (6th-12th Handicapped Accessible grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m. 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Visit our website: www. 815-946-3212
December’s Bible Book of LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH the Month is Matthew. 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., OREGON UNITED Leaf River - 815-738-2205 METHODIST CHURCH Email LRBC@lrnet1.com 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Randy Newton FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 815-732-2994 Sunday Praise and Worship 505 Hill St., Oregon oregonumc@outlook.com Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery www.fbcoregon.org Barb Good, Pastor provided) 800-335-5065 Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. 815-732-2642 Fellowship 10 a.m. Wednesday Prayer/Bible Rev. Jerry Clark Sunday School & Studies 6 p.m. “A Christ-centered, BibleConfirmation 10:15 a.m. Prayer Chain 738-2205 believing, family-oriented Activities during the Week: or 738-2991 ministry.� Sunday Night Prayer meeting Thursday, Dec. 25—ClosedSunday School 9:30 a.m.; 6 p.m. Merry Christmas! Sunday Worship Service Wednesday—Various Friday, Dec. 26—Office 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Activities 5:30-8:30 p.m. Closed Service 6 p.m.; Prayer Sunday, Dec. 28—No Meeting, Wednesday 7 p.m.; LEAF RIVER UNITED classes after worship; 3:30-7 transportation and nursery METHODIST CHURCH p.m. Youth Christmas Party at provided for all services. Pastor David Poust Crandalls 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Monday, Dec. 29-Thursday, FIRST CHRISTIAN Sunday, Dec. 28—10:30 a.m. Jan. 1—No Bible Study or CHURCH Worship Service & Children’s Meetings 609 S. 10th St., Oregon Church 815-732-2359 PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN Grail Storm, Minister LIGHTHOUSE UNITED CHURCH 815-732-7411 METHODIST CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Worship Service—10 a.m. 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Gregg Downs, Pastor If you haven’t found a Oregon 9:30 a.m. Sunday School church home, we invite you Pastor Javier Martinez 10:30 a.m. Worship Service to First Christian Church in Handicapped Accessible Oregon, where we accept one Worship Service 9 a.m. POLO CHURCH OF THE another just as Christ accepted Sunday School 10 a.m. BRETHREN us. Come as you are. Age Three through Congress Ave. & Webster St. Sixth Grade. (The church is handicapped FIRST PRESBYTERIAN Everyone is Welcome accessible) CHURCH (USA) Pastor Leslie Lake 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon MT. MORRIS CHURCH 9:30 a.m. Family Worship 815-732-2894 OF THE BRETHREN 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time www.fpcoregon.com Pastor Ginny Haney 11 a.m. Sunday School Handicapped Accessible 409 W. Brayton Road Worship 10:30 a.m. P.O. Box 2055 PRAIRIE DELL Holy Communion is served the Mt. Morris, IL 61054 PRESBYTERIAN first Sunday of each month. Phone: 815-734-4573 CHURCH Office hours Monday 16031 W. Coffman Rd., FIRST UNITED Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Shannon METHODIST CHURCH Friday, Dec. 26—9 a.m. Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 402 First Ave., Forreston Women’s Fellowship 815-864-2448 Pastor David Poust Sunday, Dec. 28—8:15 9 a.m. Sunday School 815-938-2380 a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 10:30 a.m. Worship Sunday, Dec. 28—9 a.m. a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday Sunday School School for All Ages REVIVE COMMUNITY Tuesday, Dec. 30—8:45 a.m. Monday, Dec. 29—8 a.m. CHURCH AA Open Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; Quilting 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris Coffee at The Depot follow@revivemtm.com NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY 815-994-0428 OF GOD FLORENCE UNITED Southern Baptist 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon METHODIST CHURCH Saturday Night Service Pastor David Demmer 2649 W. Florence Rd., 5:30 p.m. 815-732-7404 Freeport Celebrate Recovery 10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship Kathleen Brinkmeier, 6-8 p.m. Monday Service Pastor Sunday School 9:30 a.m. ST. BRIDE’S NORTH GROVE Worship Service 10:30 a.m. EPISCOPAL CHURCH EVANGELICAL 1000 Ill. 64 West CHURCH FORRESTON GROVE Oregon 10384 W. Coffman Rd., CHURCH Rev. Joyce Beaulieu Forreston 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Interim Priest Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Forreston 815-732-7211 or Church: 815-938-2194 Presbyterian Church in 815-732-3328 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 America www.saintbrides.org Saturday, Dec. 26—9-11:30 815-938-3605 Email:saintbrides@ a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Jeremy Cheezum, Pastor verizon. net Open at New Life Community 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Services Center 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Sunday-Holy Communion-8 Sunday, Dec. 28—9 a.m. Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. and 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10:05 a.m. Pioneer Club Wednesday Healing Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult Worship Service Service-6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 30—9-11:30 Study; 7:45 p.m. Choir Classes a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Children’s Sunday School-9 FORRESTON REFORMED Open at New Life Community a.m. Center CHURCH Adult Sunday School-9 a.m. 501 Third Ave. (2nd & 4th Sunday) OREGON Tim Fry, Pastor St. Bride’s follows traditional CHURCH OF GOD 9:30 a.m. Worship Anglican-Episcopal church 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. 10:45 a.m. Sunday School practices; is biblically based Pastor Michael Hoffman and both family and individual 815-732-6847 FREEDOM LUTHERAN You and your family are oriented. WORSHIPPING Visitors are always COMMUNITY, ELCA invited to join us in worship welcomed. Pastor Jeff Schlesinger on Sunday, Dec. 28 at 10:30 815-222-7270 a.m. ST. JAMES LUTHERAN Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at Pastor Hoffman will give CHURCH Lutheran Outdoor Ministries the morning message titled West Grove Road at Dining Hall “Wisdom for the New Year.� Columbine Rd. 1834 S. IL Rt. 2 Greeting you will be Josh, Pastor Steve Erickson (a mile south of Oregon) Jamie and Jaxson ReVelle. Thursday, Dec. 25—10:30 Welcome Center During morning worship an a.m. Christmas Day Festive 111 S. Fourth St., Oregon exceptionally fine Children’s Worship Church is offered for children Sunday, Dec. 28—9:15 a.m. 3 years old through Grade 5. Prayer Ministry Team, Senior GRACE VALLEY Sunday School begins at Choir Rehearsal; 9:30 a.m. CHRISTIAN REFORMED 9:30 a.m. and includes classes Congregational Bible Study; CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. for adults, young adults, 10:30 a.m. Divine WorshipLessons & Carols German Valley teens, children and infants. 815-362-6601 Special attention is given in Jake Ritzema, Pastor each class to issues and topics ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Sunday School for All Ages related to the particular needs 201 N. Division Ave., Polo 9 a.m. and interests of each group. 815-946-2919 Worship Service 10 a.m. The Wednesday night Pastor Terrie Wilder Youth Group meets at 6 p.m. Sunday GERMAN VALLEY at East Oregon Chapel, 107 Sunday School 9 a.m. UNITED METHODIST N. Daysville Road. Social Time 10 a.m. CHURCH The local Weight Watchers Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Church and Main Streets group meets Wednesday at Matt Smith, Pastor ST. MARY CHURCH the church from 5 to 5:30 8:30 a.m. Worship Service 301 N. 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ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: Worship Services 8:30 & 11 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m. Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Michael Bolger 18 S. Linn St., Shannon 815-864-2548 Masses—Saturday 4:30 p.m., Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. Confessions-Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 7:30 a.m. TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris 815-734-6354 Pastor Josh Ehrler Friday, Dec. 26—Office Closed Saturday, Dec. 27—5:30 p.m. Worship Service Sunday, Dec. 28—8:45 a.m. Worship Service; Fellowship Time Between Services; 10:45 a.m. Worship Service WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 Sunday School—9:30 a.m. Worship—10:35 a.m.
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For the Jan. 1 edition of the paper, the deadline for Church News to be turned in at the Oregon office is 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24 due to the holiday. The usual deadline is 3 p.m. on Fridays for information for the Church News to be turned in at the Oregon office at 121 A S. 4th St. Items can be emailed to vwells@ oglecountynews.com, faxed to 815-7324238, or dropped off at our office. For more information call Vinde Wells at 815732-6166 ext. 32.
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Events & Entertainment
Trips planned in January The January meeting of the Northwest Illinois Audubon Society will be Members’ Night when some members will share through pictures and story-telling memorable nature experiences they have had. The meeting is on Tuesday, Jan. 6 at 7 p.m at St. John’s United Church of Christ,1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, with refreshments following the program. The meeting is free and open to the public. The public is invited on Saturday, Jan. 10 to learn
Nativity Scene A nativity scene welcomes the community to services at First United Methodist Church, Forreston. Photo by Vinde Wells
Free kids clinic is Jan. 22
about the animals in the woods at this time of year. Richard Benning will lead the program, which will include a walk in the Oakdale woods to find animal tracks, scat and other signs about the animals. Families and children are encouraged to attend. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Mogle Center at the south end of the parking lot of Oakdale Nature Preserve, three miles south of Freeport on Baileyville Road. Those planning to attend are asked to call Benning at
815-865-5279. A trip to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in Dubuque is planned on Saturday, Jan. 24. The museum includes exhibits on the culture and history of America’s rivers. Carpool from Staples parking lot in Freeport at 8:30 a.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and students. Those planning to attend are asked to call Chris Kruger at 815-238-9259.
Support group will meet Coffee and Conversation Dixon. will meet Saturday, Jan. 3, This group is open to all from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the adult bereaved persons in the Immanuel Lutheran Church, community. 1013 Franklin Grove Rd., Anyone planning to attend
should call the Serenity Hospice and Home office at 815-732-4111 by 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 2. If no one calls, the group will not meet.
The Dixon Elks 779 Lodge is sponsoring a free children’s orthopedic assessment clinic on Thursday, Jan. 22 from 8 to 8:30 a.m. at the KSB Foot and Ankle Center, 215 E. First St., Suite 310, Dixon.
Dr. David Yaeger will be the clinician in charge. No medical referral is necessary but physicians are welcome to refer patients to the clinic for a specific reason or second opinion. School nurses are
welcome to refer children and families to the clinic. Children can be reviewed for bone and joint development, including complaints of back, knee, leg, or ankle pain, or those with back curvature. Appointments can be made by calling the Illinois Elks Children’s Care office at 1-800-272-0074 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The Phidian Art Club is looking for local writers to enter its Annual Literary Competition for poetry, fiction and non-fiction. The deadline for entries is March 1. All entries must be postmarked by this date. Mail or hand deliver entries to: Phidian Art Club c/o Dixon Public Library, 221 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon, IL 61021. Prizes for first, second, and third places will be provided by local sponsors. Contest requirements should be carefully followed before submitting entries. The competition is open to any writer, professional or nonprofessional, 17 years old or older by March 1, who resides within a 35 mile radius of Dixon. Categories: poetry, any form, 30-line limit; fiction, 3500-word limit; and nonfiction, 3000-word limit. The fee is $8 per entry. Checks should be made payable to Phidian Art Club. All entries must be original and unpublished, and typed, double-spaced on one side of 8.5” x 11” paper. Only one entry per category per participant is allowed. Each entry must have a cover sheet that lists
the title of the piece, the category, the author’s name, address, phone number and e-mail address. The manuscript pages should have only the title of the piece and page number on the top of each page. The author’s name and identifying information should not appear on the manuscript pages. Fiction and nonfiction entries must show the word count on the upper right corner of Page 1 of the manuscript. Submit a self-addressed envelope with sufficient postage to have the manuscript returned. Keep a copy of the manuscript. Phidian is not responsible for lost or damaged pages. There will be $50, $35, and $25 prizes awarded for first, second, and third prizes respectively. Decisions of judges are final. Winners will be notified by mid-April and invited to attend and read their winning entries at the Literary Program held on Sunday, April 26 at p.m. at Dixon Public Library. The public is invited to attend. Call Elizabeth Jahn at 815-994-1940 for more information.
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The 46th District Juried Art Exhibit at Highland Community College, Freeport, will be on display in the Highland Gallery from Feb. 13 through March 5. An opening reception and award ceremony will take place from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb.13, with awards announced at 5:30 p.m. The Highland Gallery is located in the west hallway of the Ferguson Fine Arts Center. This exhibition is designed to recognize local artists, and to celebrate their visual contribution to the community. Submission of works are open to all artists, 18 years of age and older residing in the Highland Community College District, as well as all currently enrolled HCC students. Artists may submit up to three separate original twoand three-dimensional works of art with a nonrefundable fee of $3 per work. Entry form and entrance fee are due upon delivery of work. Delivery of work, entry form and fee are due from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 5. This is a juried exhibition. All submissions will be individually viewed and accepted or rejected into the exhibit based on meeting the
Movie night at Serenity Serenity Hospice and Home Movie and Discussion Night will be on Monday, Jan. 5 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Serenity Hospice and Home, 1658 South Ill. 2, Oregon. The group will view the movie Louder Than Words and then discuss how it relates
following criteria outlined in the exhibition prospectus: Eligibility, Rules of Entry and Limitations. In addition, submitted work will be accepted or rejected based on overall visual excellence determined by components such as compositional resolve, concept, content and manipulation of media. Submissions are composed of actual work of art and supporting identification of work properly documented in the prospectus entry form. Officially accepted submission will then be viewed to determine award placement. This will be done in two phases: Phase I: Acceptance and Non-acceptance Each submission, including documentation provided on the entry form, will be reviewed to ensure compliance with exhibition rules and overall excellence. Officially accepted work, identified by juror(s) and gallery director, becomes an official part of the exhibition. Non-accepted work, as identified by the juror(s) and gallery director, is omitted from the exhibition. Phase II: Award Placement Officially accepted work is viewed to determine
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to grief and healing. Louder Than Words is based on a true story. Parents, John and Brenda, try to put their life together after the tragic death of their young daughter, Maria. As they deal with their numbing grief, they discover a way to honor their daughter’s
wish for health and well-being for all children. As space is limited, call the Serenity Hospice and Home office at 815-732-2499 by noon on Monday, Jan. 5 to reserve a seat. Participants may bring their own snacks and drink.
award standings. A selection of awards, including but, not limited to Best of Show Community, Best of Show Student, First, Second and Third place, as well as Honorable Mention are determined at the discretion of the juror. Best of Show, First, Second, and Third place all carry a cash award, in part, based on the fees generated from the exhibition submissions. Artists will be notified of non-accepted work by email,
and also notified if they received an award placing. For additional information, including request of the prospectus and entry form, contact Bill Buehler, fine arts department assistant at 815-599-3490, or bill. buehler@highland.edu. Additional questions may also be sent to Highland Gallery Director Bob Apolloni at bob.apolloni@ highland.edu. The entry form can also be found on Highland’s website at highland.edu.
Performing Arts Guild of Mt. Morris announces open auditions for their spring production of “Steel Magnolias,” on Wednesday, Jan. 21 and Thursday, Jan. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. Auditions will be held at Pinecrest Grove Community Center Library, South McKendrie Ave., two blocks south of Brayton Rd., Mt. Morris. Readings will be provided. The producer is Jennifer Bakener. Kathryn Paigen, director and Ranae Leamanczyk co-directing. The production, by Robert Harling, takes place at Truvy’s
beauty salon in Chinquapin, La. Anyone who auditions should be prepared to read parts in a “Southern” accent. Participants should come prepared to read and specify what part they are trying out for. Performances will be April 24 through 26, and May 1 through 3. Additional matinee performances will be at White Pines Theatre on July 1, 2, 8, and 9, with a possible fifth show. For more information, call Kathryn Paigen 815-990-0732.
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Ogle County Drill team rode in Chicago parade The Ogle County 4-H Horse Drill Team applied and was accepted to ride in the Chicago McDonald’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. They had a very early start to Thanksgiving Day as they met at 4 a.m. in Rochelle. From Rochelle, they caravanned to Chicago and were there before daybreak. They unloaded the horses and got them and themselves ready. The horses were dressed as Santa’s eight reindeer, including Rudolph with his blinking red nose. What a fantastic experience it was for everyone to ride in this parade. The parade route marched the team down State Street in downtown Chicago. They even made TV. One estimate was a crowd of 400,000 spectators along the parade route, with millions tuning in at WGN TV to watch. Members of this year’s drill team included Logan Arvigo, Mt. Morris; Teddy Beauchem, Chana; Amanda Braun, Ellie Braun, and Megan Braun, Pecatonica; Alison Poole and Megan Poole, Polo and Natalie Shaw, Mt. Carroll.
The drill team says a big ‘thank you” to the parents for all their help getting ready for the big day and transporting the horses. Another, big thanks to Jodi Baumgartner, 4-H Program Coordinator and Laurie Kristoff, Stagecoach Pass Farm, for carrying our banner in the parade. Pictures of the drill team will be on the Chicago McDonald’s Thanksgiving Day Parade web site at http:// www.chicagofestivals.org/. The drill team is gearing up to start a new year. An The Ogle County 4-H Horse Drill Team at the Chicago McDonald’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Informational meeting will be held on Jan. 18 at the Ogle County Farm Bureau Auditorium. For more information about the team, call the University of Illinois Extension office at 815-7322191. 4-H is an informal youth education program conducted by University of Illinois Extension. U of I Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. Anyone needing reasonable accommodations to participate in 4-H cal call the office.
Extension office is closed for holidays University of Illinois Extension Ogle County will be closed for the holidays beginning Wednesday, Dec. 24. The office will reopen on Monday, Jan. 5, with the regular office hours –
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. University of Illinois Extension Ogle County is located at 421 W. Pines Rd., Oregon. Tedy Beauchem, Chana with her horse waiting for the start of the Chicago’s McDonalds Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Check to make sure chestnuts are actually edible Residents are cautioned to do their homework before hulling and roasting chestnuts, to determine whether they are edible. According to Peggy Doty, Educator, Energy and Environmental Stewardship,University of lIlinois Extension, Unit 2, the difference between the edible American chestnut and the popular landscaping Horse chestnut or Ohio buckeye could turn out to be a toxic in snack. Doty said if a resident did not plant the chestnut
tree, with the nuts they are considering eating, chances are it is a Horse chestnut or Ohio buckeye. The American chestnut was not historically an Illinois species but if planted it was able to grow in parts of the state. They were very dominate in their woodland habitat and took many of the resources from surrounding trees growing massively in both diameter and height. That dominance fell when different species of chestnuts carrying a fungus
were brought to the Bronx Zoological Park in New York City in 1904 from China and Japan. Because the American chestnut had not evolved with this chestnut blight fungus they were susceptible to it. When the American chestnuts are only a few years old they get small cracks in their bark and this is the opening the blight fungus needed to get in and slowly kill the trees. It quickly came in contact with the American
chestnuts in the park and by the 1940’s the blight had killed most of the American chestnuts in its original range. Horse chestnuts and the Ohio buckeye have palmately compound leaves. This means there are many leaflets, five to nine, growing around the leaf stem in a circle. They are attached to the branch directly opposite each other. Leaves look like a large fan. The American chestnut
Crop Management conference set University of Illinois Extension is hosting the 11th annual Illinois Crop Management Conferences at four different locations in January and February. Start and end times may vary by location. The dates and locations are the following: Jan. 21-22, Mt. Vernon Jan. 28-29, Springfield Feb. 4-5, Champaign Feb. 11-12, Malta Each one is a two-day, in-depth program providing
university research-based information on current crop production issues. “The conference is geared toward farmers, certified crop advisors, and other agriculture professionals and will address many ‘hot topics’ in agriculture,” said U of I Extension Educator Angie Peltier. Presenters will include faculty from the U of I Extension and the Departments of Crop Sciences, Natural Resources
and Environmental Sciences, and Agricultural Economics in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences. Presentations will focus on the most current crop, pest, nutrient, and soil and water management research and recommendations. Registration is required and includes lunch on both days. Advanced registration is $130; registration at the door is $150 (checks only). Online and mail-in
registration forms and complete information on the topics that will be covered at each conference location are available at http://web. extension.illinois.edu/ csrec. Certified crop advisors can earn up to 13 hours of continuing education units. Members of the public that need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program should contact Angie Peltier at 309-734-5161.
Recycle Christmas Trees locally Recycle as much of your holiday waste as possible. If you have curbside recycling and your bins are overflowing, use a tote or extra garbage can for recyclables and set it out with your other recycling containers. You can recycle wrapping paper, but do not include plastic bags, bows or ribbons. For those without curbside recycling consider using the Ogle County drop-off recycling stations located in Byron, Forreston, Monroe Center, Oregon, and Rochelle.
For Polo area residents, a recycling container provided by Moring Disposal is located at Franklin and Locust Streets. A container provided by Advanced Disposal Service is located at the Orchard Hills Landfill in Davis Junction. Keep in mind that the recycling containers fill up quickly this time of year so flattening all boxes and plastic containers is required. No Styrofoam or plastic bags, bows, or ribbons. After the holiday recycle your live Christmas tree at the following locations until
January 18. Remove all decorations, lights and tinsel, no plastic bags: Byron: Ill. 2 and S. Peru St. Forreston: 407 N. Locust St. Leaf River: 208 W. Railroad St, Monroe Center: Lichty’s Landscaping, 309 Pacific St. Oregon: Park District Maintenance Dept., Hill St. Polo: 410 N. Prairie Ave. Curbside collection of Christmas trees for recycling will be done by FFA groups on Jan. 10 in Mt. Morris, Oregon, Byron, Polo,
Adeline, German Valley and Forreston. Recycle broken holiday lights and extension cords until January 31 at fire stations in Byron, Mt. Morris, Rochelle and Stillman Valley, at the Ogle County Courthouse or Solid Waste Management Department, and at the Village/City Halls of Polo, Forreston or Davis Junction. For more information call Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department at 815-732-4020 or visit www. oglecounty.org.
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4 1 Chronology 0 2 of Area Businesses
137 Years in Business
132 Years in Business
121 Years in Business
114 Years in Business
Scholl Insurance Agency, Inc.
Member FDIC
Forreston Mutual Insurance
109 Years in Business
105 Years in Business
CGH Polo Medical Center An outpatient department of CGH Medical Center
of Forreston (815) 938-2273 (815) 938-2512
of Oregon (815) 732-7956
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of Oregon 815-732-2392
of Polo (815) 946-2324
Henry Oh, DO of Polo 711 S. Division Street Tel. (815) 946-3661
84 Years in Business
82 Years in Business
77 Years in Business
63 Years in Business
61 Years in Business
50 Years in Business
Graphic Arts Express
Public Auction Service
Marv Miller & Ted Gesin General Contractor
SHANNON • POLO • LAKE CARROLL
Member FDIC
of Polo (815) 946-2777
48 Years in Business
Sheely Aggregates
Member FDIC
Smith & Birkholz
Attorneys at Law
of Mt. Morris 815-734-4103
Sunset
Golf Club
Robin Duncan • Tamela Merdian
Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins
of Oregon • 732-6124
of Mt. Morris 216 Sunset Hill 815-734-4839
Over the road and local trucking
of Oregon (815) 732-6827
of Polo (815) 946-2660
of Mt. Morris (815) 734-4716
48 Years in Business
46 Years in Business
45 Years in Business
44 Years in Business
43 Years in Business
Forreston Autobody
VILLAGE CLEANING SERVICE
Steve Benesh & Sons Quarries
Bocker Grain Inc.
Mowry, Schindler & Assoc., LTD
Emil Alich, Owner
Certified Public Accountants
of Forreston (815) 238-4260
Of Freeport (815) 235-4026 & Oregon (815) 732-3286
of Forreston (815) 938-3630
of Oregon 815-732-2126
of Oregon (815) 732-2384
of Polo (815) 946-2600
41 Years in Business
40 Years in Business
39 Years in Business
38 Years in Business
38 Years in Business
37 Years in Business
Kilker Construction
Anderson
Polo Chiropractic Center Karla J. Byrd, D.C.-R. Keith Webb, D.C.
Leaf River Land & Cattle Rock Cut Quarry
Rock River Center
Roofing • Siding • Windows
Plumbing & Heating
Farm Store Case IH Dealership
Roger Kilker
(815) 738-2842 • (815) 738-2855
of Oregon (815) 732-3252
of Forreston (815) 938-2231
of Rochelle 815-562-8784
of Polo (815) 946-2393
32 Years in Business
31 Years in Business
29 Years in Business
28 Years in Business
26 Years in Business
Burkardt’s LP Gas
Lenny Bryson Auctioneer
Ron’s Autobody & Sandblasting Service
29 Years in Business
Forreston Dental
Short Cut Barber Shop
Fossler Realty Inc.
of Polo (815) 946-4120
of Polo (815) 938-3195
www.forrestondental.com
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of Polo (815) 946-2113
25 Years in Business
24 Years in Business
18 Years in Business
14 Years in Business
14 Years in Business
Valentine
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of Polo 946-9977
of Polo (815) 946-3081
25 Years in Business
Mimmo’s Pizza of Forreston (815) 938-2406
of Leaf River
Beesing Welding of Oregon 815-732-7552
13 Years in Business
Dan’s Auto Repair
Haircuts for Men and Boys
of Oregon
Feed Sales
NAPA Auto Care Center
Richard Montavon
of Mt. Morris (815) 734-6267
of Mt. Morris (815) 734-7911
of Polo 1185 Valentine Road 815-946-3900
12 Years in Business
10 Years in Business
9½ Years in Business
Mt. Morris Chiropractic
J.H.M. Electric
Creative Designs of Oregon (815) 732-7920
of Forreston (815) 938-2575
Scott Stephens
of Oregon 815-732-6690
Complete Electrical Service
Dr. Bruce Denton of Mt. Morris (815) 734-7347
9 Years in Business
5 Years in Business
Flow-Right Seamless Gutters
Leaf River Quilt Co.
of Mt. Morris (815) 734-4716
of Leaf River (815) 738-2855
of Forreston
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3 Years in Business
Julie Haddad of Forreston 815-938-2444
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Polo - Forreston Beat have children under the age of 18 living at home, may purchase the special card at the reduced cost of $25. The card will expire on September 30. At that time the special offer will be revaluated to determine if there is a need for such a card. Qualifying families may get the special form at the library.
Book Selection: The Daughters of Mars, Thomas Keneally If anyone would like to read either of these books but can’t attend the discussions, they can stop by the library and pick up a copy. Reviews and comments are always welcome and will be shared at the meetings.
Something Puzzling Story Time with Miss A puzzle is located on the Randi table in front of the fireplace. Tuesdays—1 to 2 p.m. Come, sit and relax and help Free and open to all put it together. There will be no Story Time on Tuesday, Dec. 23 Adopt an Author Any patron who has a or Dec. 30. It will resume on favorite author can be among Tuesday, Jan. 6. the first to read their latest LEGO Club book. Patrons are invited Saturday, Jan. 10 to purchase the book as a Ages 6-12 Free and donation to the library, and they will be able to read it open to all. LEGO Club is a time for first when it arrives. The program can also be kids to build things and used to give a gift to another friendships, too. Bring a reader. See library staff for bucket of LEGOs or use ours. details.
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Book Discussion Groups Computer Classes These programs are free The schedule for 2015 is underway. Library staff is and open to all. Friday, Jan. 23, 1:30 to taking suggestions for topics 2:30 p.m. that patrons would like to Polo Senior Center learn. Book Selection: The Devil in the White City, Eric Library Foundation Board Offers Special Card Larson Monday, Jan. 26, 1:30 to to Non-Residents Families who live outside 2:30 p.m. Lower level of the library. Buffalo Township but within A lift is available. the Polo School District and
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Donations Monetary donations are always welcome to supplement the library’s budget. Donation are an investment in the district will be used to enhance the library’s collections and services. Financial donations may be made directly to the Polo Public Library District. Donations are taxdeductible to the extent allowed by law. Ask the Staff Library staff are available to give information on the following programs and features: photocopying, scanning and fax services; display case; computer classes; home delivery service; Museum Adventure Pass; Read Down Your Fines; voter registration;
These girls are all smiles after coming to the Polo Public Library to work on a puzzle. Photo supplied
book discussion groups; Snowmen or charitable giving. Call, For a more complete list, e-mail or stop by the visit the website or Pinterest circulation desk. site. New Books & more… Audio Books - Rainbow Six, Tom Clancy Adult Fiction Books– Revival, Stephen King Juvenile & Young Adult Books - A Growing Suspicion, Jacqueline Greene Movies – The Railway Man; The Royal Tenenbaums; Secondhand Lions; The Secret Life of Walter Mitty;
Book Page Book Page is a free publication about books and authors. Stop in and pick up a copy. Hours Change The library is now open until 4 p.m. on Fridays. Coming in January Amnesty: Some patrons have library materials that are so long overdue that the
staff considers them missing. Throughout January, patrons can return items with no charge and no questions asked. The offer does not apply to damaged items. Family Movie Matinee – Watch for details The library is located at 302 Mason St. A lift is available for all activities on the lower level. Phone: 815-946-2713 — www.pololibrary.org Hours: Monday through Thursday,10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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The Christmas House Decorating contest was held on Saturday, Dec. 20 with the judges from out of town that drove around that evening judging the lights. Judging was based on originality, theme of season, lights and color, and tastefulness of the display. First place of $50 in Polo dollars went to the Chris Rademacher family at 2823 S. Galena Trail. Second place of $25 went to Ben Faivre and family at 300 Oriole Lane. Third place of $10 went to Vern Shenefelt at 608 E. Webster St. Three families earned honorable mention and will receive $5 each; Kurt Nelson and family at 603 W. Oregon St.; Richard and Gloria Butler at 504 S. Union Ave.; and the Shawn Willis family at 307 N. Prairie Ave. Thank you to everyone who decorated this season and the Polo Chamber of Commerce wishes everyone a safe and happy
Christmas Tree Display Military veterans were honored on the Polo Chamber of Commerce entry in the Festival of Trees at the Polo Senior Center. Photo by Vinde Wells
holidays. A new event in Polo has started. Table Ministry is supported by the Polo Community Council of Churches (PCCC). They provide a free community meal once a month. Life enrichment educational opportunities will be offered in conjunction with the meals. This is a free community meal offered to the general public held on the last Monday of every month. This year’s last meal will be held on Dec. 29 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This event will be held at the FUM church on East Dixon Street, but hosted by various Polo community churches. The Polo Chamber of Commerce is hosting a dinner fundraiser at the Polo Room on New Year’s Eve from 7 to 9 p.m. All proceeds for the Chamber will benefit Movies in the Park in 2015. The main entre is prime rib/ parmesan encrusted chicken dinner, at a cost of $35 per person. Tickets need to be purchased by Friday, Dec. 27 and are available at City Hall or the Polo Room. On Thursdays, the Polo Rehabilitation & Health Care
Center hosts Community Coffee time at 9:30 a.m. Stop in and visit with some of the residents of the nursing home, which is always a treat for them. Tuesdays—Line Dancing at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays— exercise from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday—Play “500” at 12 p.m. Every Wednesday PASS offers free popcorn. Thursdays—Company P practice at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays—Play Mexican Train at 12 p.m. Every Friday morning homemade cinnamon rolls are served for a donation. The Polo Chamber Board of Trustees is attempting to issue Certificates of Recognition to Polo Chamber of Commerce member businesses celebrating five years, and those with fiveyear increments of being in business in Polo. Contact Susie at polo@essex1.com to announce a special business celebration. Call Susie at 815-946-3131 to post on the chamber sign, chamber website and in the Chamber Chatter.
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Candidates file for April 7 consolidated election By Vinde Wells Editor Incumbents in two wards in Polo will face competition to retain their seats on the city council in the April 7 consolidated election. In Ward 1, incumbent Louise Hall and newcomer Phil Peterson have thrown their hats in the ring for a four-year term. Ward 3 incumbent Randy Schoon is being challenged for another four-year term by newcomer Jeremy Heller. City Clerk Susie Corbitt said another resident had
taken out a petition but had not yet returned it by late afternoon Monday. The deadline for filing was 5 p.m. on Monday. In Ward 2, incumbent Troy Boothe was the only candidate who filed for the four-year seat he currently holds. Jim Busser is the lone candidate in Ward 2 for the two-year unexpired term he currently holds. Busser was appointed to the post earlier this year when former alderman Matt Mekeel resigned because he moved out of the ward
across town. In Forreston, three incumbents are seeking reelection to their seats on the village board. Tim Drayton, Gary Buss, and Mark Metzger filed petitions for four-year terms on the board. Two candidates are seeking election to the Forreston Public Library Board. Wilma Akins and Vickye Norris filed for two of the three open six-year terms on the board. In the Forrestville Valley School District, three
incumbents are seeking election to four open seats. Don Cook, Forreston, John Reining, Forreston, and Shaun Gallagher, German Valley, filed petitions. Board president Bob Ebbesmeyer, German Valley, is not seeking reelection. It was a different story in the Polo School District where nine candidates filed for five board seats. Four four-year seats currently held by Shawn Willis, Kelly O’Leary Call, Jennifer Grobe, and Yancy Webster will be on the
spring ballot, along with a two-year unexpired term left vacant with the death of Gene Schmidt. Willis, O’Leary Call, Grobe, Melissa Mosley, and Mekeel all filed for the twoyear post. Webster, Ron McDermott, Michael Ryan, and Brandi Cisketti have filed for the four-year terms. Ryan currently holds a term that expires in 2017.
With an hour to go before the filing deadline, only one candidate had filed for three open seats on the Oregon School Board. Incumbent Mary Jo Griffin was the lone candidate at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Candidates had until 4:30 p.m. to file their petitions with the Ogle County Clerk. The other open seats are currently held by Barry Barton and Curt Howard.
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Thursday, December 25, 2014
Tournament wraps up in Polo By Andy Colbert Reporter With Byron and Prophetstown clearly the tops dogs of the Polo girls basketball tournament, it was Oregon, Forreston and Polo battling for the next three spots. In the third-place game, Oregon defeated Forreston 67-41, with Polo taking fifth with an impressive 49-25 win over Milledgeville. “It’s the best complete game we’ve had all year,” said a very pleased Polo coach Jeff Grobe. “The Forreston coach said he was glad they didn’t have to play us tonight.” Forreston had beaten Polo Forreston’s Emily Edler puts up a three-pointer. Photo 47-44 to reach the third-place by Chris Johnson game. Polo jumped all over
Oregon’s Chelsea Sansone (right) looks to pass the ball white Forreston’s Hannah Fransen defends during action at the Polo tournament on Dec. 18. The Lady Hawks won the game 67-41 to finish third at the tournament. Photo by Michael Krabbenhoeft, Sauk Valley Media
Cardinals defeat Marcos to claim fifth place finish The 55th Annual Forreston Holiday Tournament wrapped up Saturday night with Winnebago taking first place in the 16-team tournament. Byron was second, Sterling Newman was third, and Freeport Aquin was fourth. Tournament host Forreston earned fifth place after defeating Polo Friday night 65-58 In this game Polo had the early lead 15-10 after the first
quarter but Forreston fought back to take a 28-26 halftime lead. Forreston was led by Markus Edler with 18 points, Nathan Schneiderman with 12, Wyatt Kerchner with 12, Robert DeVries with 10, and Ethan Groom with 9. Polo was led by Brad Cavanaugh with 20 points and Wyatt Patterson with 15. Oregon finished the tournament in 13th place with
a win over Pecatonica 48-36. They advanced to this game by defeating Orangeville 6037 on Dec. 17. In the Orangeville game Oregon came out strong and got an early 22-15 lead after the first quarter. The second quarter was all Hawks as they raised the lead to 36-17. Oregon was led by Trevor Otten with 18 points, Skylar Short with 12 points, and Matt Wazilewski with 10. Forreston played Milledgeville Dec. 17 and won 62-32. The Cardinals were cruising early in this game and had a 25-2 lead after the first quarter. Milledgeville outscored Forreston 15-9 in the second quarter but the Cardinals had another strong quarter in the third when they outscored Milledgeville 24-10. Forreston was led by DeVries with 21 points and Groom with 12 points. Polo faced Pearl City Dec. 17 in a close game. Polo was down 32-25 at the start of the fourth quarter. The Marcos put up 25 points in the final frame to defeat Pearl City. Polo was led by Cavanaugh with 16 points. The first team for the tournament was Brandon Suggs and Dalton Menke of Winnebago, Clayton Hoover and Austin McCarey of Byron, and Aiden Chang of Freeport Aquin. The second team was Robert DeVries of Forreston, Brenden Dauphin of River Ridge, Noah McCarty of Sterling Newman, Krisean Coffee of Freeport Aquin, and Polo’s Wyatt Patterson reaches for a rebound during their Dillon VanLankvelt of Byron. game against Pearl City Dec. 17. Photo by Chris Johnson
Milledgeville early with KeeLey Meyer and Alex Sterenberg leading the way with 14 and 13 points. Sterenberg was an alltournament selection. “Alex had a great tourney and KeeLey is coming out of her shooting slump,” Grobe said. “We had consistent scoring throughout the tournament.” After struggling the last couple years, this year’s Marcos are starting to learn what it means to win and believe in themselves. They sit at 6-7 and 2-2 in conference play. “That’s exactly it,” Grobe said. “They didn’t know how to win before. They’re starting to figure it out. Maybe we’ll get other teams to think about us the rest of the season.” Against Oregon, it was a tale of two halves for Forreston as the Lady Cardinals dug themselves in a 13-3 hole. “We regrouped and came back within two at half,” Forreston coach Tim Bukoski said. “In the second half, we stopped moving the ball, had too many defensive lapses and got out-hustled for rebounds.” One plus for the Forreston defense was containing Emy Wright, the state’s leading scorer, to only 17 points. “We did accomplish that,” Bukoski said. “Unfortunately, Oregon’s team stepped up and they lit us up. And, if they did miss, they got the offensive rebound.” In the second half, Oregon had a 36-12 advantage in scoring. “We can complete with good basketball teams, but not for 32 minutes,” Bukoski said. “We have to get the confidence and willpower to know we can play good basketball.” Abby Peterson had 16 points and Courtney Wolf 10 for the Lady Cardinals. Peterson and Emily Edler were also named alltournament.
Polo KeeLey Meyer goes up for an easy layup against Milledgeville. Photo by Chris Johnson
“Abby stepped up her level of play, averaging 15 points and six assists,” Bukoski said. Forreston has a 3-9 record and is 1-2 in conference. “Overall, it was a good tournament for us as we did improve and make strides,” Bukoski said. “I was pleased with how we played, but disappointed in the sense that we are still making mistakes that we shouldn’t. Every game we play we go through a four-minute spurt where we turn the ball over and give the team points and dig ourselves holes that we can’t get out of. We need to play 32 minutes, do our jobs better on team offense and defense and have confidence in our ability. Good things can occur.”
With the win over Forreston, Oregon moved to 9-4 and coach Kristy Eckardt was especially happy with the contributions that each team member had. Emy Wright and Anni Wilson were named alltournament. Against Forreston, Oregon had balanced scoring, with Ally Bartling, Jose Sansone, Abby Newman, Alli Hensen, Kelsey Pudlas and Bella Holley all scoring more than five points, to help back up the double-figure effort by Wright. In a highly-anticipated championship game, class 2A power Byron handed the No. 1 team in 1A, Prophetstown, a 46-44 loss.
Above, Forreston’s Wyatt Kerchner drives past a Milledgeville defender. Dec. 17 At left, Forreston’s Ethan Groom puts up a three pointer during the game against Milledgeville. Photos by Chris Johnson
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Wrestlers compete in dual with Morrison, Newman Polo High School battled Morrison High School in a meet on Dec. 18. Morrison won the meet 41-32. Individual matches are listed below. Polo team members are listed first. Braxton Stamm was pinned by Eads in the 126 match in 1:26. C. Snyder was pinned by Vanderloan in the 132 match in :52.
R. Dillavou won by forfeit in the 138 match. Dillavou was pinned by Keller in the 145 match. Jake Hanlon was pinned by Southeran in the 160 match in 2:45. Ethan Cain defeated Keller in the 170 match by decision, by a score of 9-0.
in 1:13. A. Rucker pinned Ottens in the 195 match in 1:47. Juan Dominguez pinned Frederick in the 220 match in 1:20. Clint Merlak was pinned in the 285 match in :40. Tim Cholke was defeated by Linke in the 106 match by a score of 18-2. Jacob Cain pinned Polo High School also Anderson in the 182 match competed against Newman
High School on Dec. 18. Newman won the meet 4533. Results below list Polo team members first. Cholke won by forfeit in the 106 match. Polo forfeited to Erickson in the 113 match. Polo forfeited to Bianchi in the 120 match. Stamm was pinned by Sanders in the 126 match in
:57. Snyder was pinned by Webb in the 132 match in :56. Dillavou won by forfeit in the 138 match. Dillavou was pinned by Evanson in the 145 match in 3:07. Polo forfeited to Abend in the 152 match. Hanlon was pinned by Ahlgrim in the 160 match in
:50. E. Cain won by forfeit in the 170 match. J. Cain was defeated by Moore in the 182 match by a decision of 8-7. Rucker was pinned by Fritts in the 195 match in 1:02. Dominguez defeated Leffelman in the 220 match by a 3-0 decision.
Holiday tournament was held at Erie High School By Patrick Mason Sauk Valley Media Erie-Prophetstown wrestler Josh Wheeler could only shake his head after one of the most exciting bouts at the Panther Holiday Tournament on Saturday at Erie High School. “I thought I should have had him,” Wheeler said. “I wish I would have held him tighter and wrestled more soundly early on.” Wheeler found himself facing a large deficit to Sherrard’s Chance Teel heading into the second period of the 145-pound championship match. Teel (9-0) jumped out to an 8-0 lead after the first period. The fast start reminded Wheeler, a sophomore, of his previous bout with Teel last season, which ended in a nine-point major-decision loss. But Wheeler wasn’t going to let that happen again, and pounced in the second period. He scored a takedown early, and had Teel on his back and in a hold that the Sherrard senior couldn’t escape from. Wheeler’s aggressiveness nearly ended the match with a pin, but he couldn’t quite keep Teel’s back flush to the
mat for the necessary time. Teel fought for almost a full 2 minutes to hold his shoulders up, squirming and twisting in the process, until the buzzer sounded to end the period. Teel’s efforts drained him physically, and he didn’t get up at the end of the period as Wheeler walked to the center of the mat to ready for the third period. Instead, Teel was on his back gasping for air, causing trainers to rush to his side. A few minutes went by before Teel caught his breath, and trainers rolled him onto his side before he was able to stand up. He stayed in to finish the match. “I felt pretty bad,” Teel said. “I didn’t want to be a bad sport. I was laying there and was mad at myself because I knew it wasn’t fair for me to get a break like that when he was on a roll. “[Wheeler] was doing well, and I’m sure he wanted to jump right into the next round, but I honestly couldn’t move. I could barely breathe.” Teel sluggishly finished the third period and hung on for an 11-7 decision to win the 145-pound title. “To be honest, I was overconfident heading into the second period,” said Teel,
Polo’s Steve Christiansen wrestles Knoxville’s Levi Goben Saturday in the 195 lbs. weight class at the Panther Holiday Wrestling Tournament in Erie. Photo by Phillip Marruffo
who hasn’t been pinned since his freshman year. “He really went after me. When I was on my back, I heard the crowd and my teammates yelling at me and cheering me on not to get pinned. “I just did everything I could to not be pinned. It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do.”
Wheeler’s second-place finish, combined with Erie-Prophetstown’s three champions, helped the Panthers secure third place at the 13-team tournament. Illini Bluffs won the team title with 183.5 points, Sherrard was second with 172, and the Panthers finished with 147 points.
Other local teams were Rock Falls (131.5) in fourth, Morrison (120) in fifth, Fulton (116.5) in sixth, Newman (79.5) in ninth, Polo (64.5) in 11th, and AFC (32) in 13th. Polo senior Ethan Cain, who is searching for his first state title, entered the season with a goal of winning each
tournament. He checked off another on Saturday with a championship at 170 pounds over Newman’s Logan Whitman. “I have one big goal, but a lot of smaller ones as well,” said Cain, who improved to 15-1. “I just try to wrestle at my pace and make the other guy match me.”
Sports Column New movie showcases life of Zamperini By Andy Colbert Reporter High school sports has kept many a young man or woman from veering down a wrong path. Louie Zamperini was one such example. Zamperini’s older brother saw the direction Louie was headed and encouraged him to come out for track and field. Perhaps having something else to focus on would keep him out of trouble. Louie Zamperini discovered he had a gift for running long distances and gave up drinking and smoking to become a better athlete. That was 80 years ago at Torrance high school in California. This week, a highly anticipated movie that chronicles Zamperini’s life comes out. It’s based upon the best-selling book by Laura Hillenbrand titled “Unbroken”. Zamperini’s life began to change once he got into
high school sports, but that was just a small part of an amazing story of survival, resilience and redemption, as was the book’s subtitle. After setting an interscholastic record in the mile while in high school, Zamperini went on to compete in the 1936 Olympics in Germany. He did not medal, but was considered one of the favorites for gold in 1940, until the Olympics were cancelled due to World War II. Zamperini gave up his dream of track greatness and enlisted in the U. S. Air Force. In 1943, his plane was shot down over the Pacific, killing eight of the 11 men aboard. Fighting off shark attacks, enduring the brutal sun, getting strafed by enemy fire and surviving on rainwater and raw fish and, Zamperini and his mates spent 47 days adrift at sea, a world record at the time. So, Zamperini had the rare distinction of records on the track and in the ocean. Unfortunately, instead of being saved by allied forces, it was the Japanese that found Zamperini and the one remaining survivor. That
when their situation became even more perilous. Until the war ended two years later, Zamperini was beaten, tortured and starved by his brutal and sadistic capturers. When it was discovered that Zamperini was a well-known Olympics athlete, he was made an example and the torture and beatings got worse. To survive adrift for seven weeks and then endure some of the most atrocious conditions known to man is a testament to Zamperini’s resilience. And, this was a guy forced to trade Olympic glory for years of inhuman treatment. It’s probably understandable that Zamperini had a bit of resentment when the war ended. Physical pain lingered, as did emotional and mental scars from the horrendous conditions he faced. Even after receiving a hero’s welcome, Zamperini could not adjust to life back home. He began to drink and mistreated his new wife. In his training for the Olympics, he could not be broken. In surviving the 47 days on a raft in the ocean, he could not be broken. Nor
could the P.O.W. camp break Zamperini’s will to survive. But, after all of that, here he was — broken in a spiritual sense. He wasn’t even aware of it. All he knew is that he was mad at the world and full of rage at others. That’s what mystified his friends. How could he remain unbroken through the worst of conditions and then in what should have been the easiest of times become a broken man? His wife tried to be sympathetic of his condition, perhaps PTSD, but finally had enough. In an attempt to save a failing marriage, Zamperini reluctantly agreed to go to a Billy Graham crusade with her. In the past, Zamperini had resisted such invitations from her. Pride told him he could
fix his own problems. Only the weak-willed would go to a spiritual crusade he thought. Sitting in the shade and listening to Reverend Graham share the Gospel, Zamperini felt a sense of peace for the first time. Zamperini picked up a Bible and that brokenness inside of him was replaced by only what God could offer. That was in 1949 and that was the exact moment his life changed. Through his weakness, he found his strength in something other than himself. Zamperini died this year at the age of 97, serving the Lord all his remaining days, including going back to Japan and offering forgiveness and explaining the Christian gospel to the prison guards that brutalized him.
Throughout his life, Zamperini had physical gifts galore and unparalleled mental toughness. However, it wasn’t until he tapped into the greatest power of all – that of the Spirit, that he became unbroken in the fullest sense.
Polo Activities Activities for January 5 Thursday, Jan. 8 – 10 HS Academic Meet vs Monday, Jan. 5 Fulton Unity at Polo – 4 p.m. School resumes HS Boys Basketball at Tuesday, Jan. 6 Pecatonica – 6 p.m. HS Girls Basketball at Wrestling LeWin and Forreston – 5:30 p.m. Winnebago at Polo – 5:30 Wednesday, Jan. 7 p.m. No activities listed Friday, Jan. 9 End of second quarter
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vehicle. He was unable to post the $2,000 (10%) bond and appeared in court on Dec. 17. His bond was set Ogle County Sheriff at $291 full cash. Lewis Brian VanVickle reports the remained in custody pending a Dec. 19 court appearance. following activity.
Sheriff Arrests
Dec. 16 Bernadette Castillo, 30, Ashton, was arrested when she turned herself in to the Ogle County Jail on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. She was unable to post the $2,167 full cash bond and appeared in court on Dec. 16 . Her bond was reduced to $105 full cash. She posted bond and is scheduled to appear in court again on Dec. 29. Castillo remains in custody on a Lee County warrant. Melissa Evans, 35, Freeport, was arrested at the Ogle County courthouse on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. She was unable to post the $6,256.05 full cash bond and was scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 17. Dec. 17 Jeremy Lewis, 26, Amboy, was arrested at the Lee County Jail on an outstanding warrant for operating an uninsured motor
Daniel Sadler, 38, Oregon, was arrested when he turned himself in to the Ogle County Jail on an outstanding warrant for motion to increase bond. He posted the $3,000 (10%) bond, was released, and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 14.
Pempilton, 24, Freeport, was later located at the vehicle’s registered owner’s address in Forreston. Ckatavion was charged with driving while license suspended, violation of the cannabis control act, unlawful use of a weapon, and aggravated fleeing to elude police. He was further cited for four counts of disobeying a stop sign, obstructed view, improper lane usage, and illegal transportation of alcohol.
Debora Waters, 36, Lindenwood, was arrested in Oregon on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. She was unable to post the $843 full cash bond and was scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 18.
At 10:17 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 18000 block of E. Ill. 64 on a 2003 gray Audi A4 for no plate light. After a short investigation, Carlos A. Arteaga, 36, Mt. Morris, was arrested for no valid driver’s license. At approximately 8:51 Arteaga was transported to p.m., deputies initiated a the Ogle County Jail where traffic stop at the intersection he was held in lieu of bond. of Ill. 26 and Baileyville Road. At 1:18 p.m, deputies The vehicle then fled from conducted a traffic stop on the stop, leading deputies and a 1994 Cadillac in the 3000 a member of the Forreston block of N. Ill. 2. Police Department in a Subsequent to the stop, pursuit through the Village Ahmad M. Ashour, 26, of Forreston. Dixon, was arrested for The vehicle finally driving while license stopped in the 800 block of suspended. He was taken to S. Walnut Street, where the the Ogle County jail where driver fled on foot. he was held in lieu on bond. The driver, Ckatavion A.
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Dec. 18 At approximately 12:21 a.m., deputies and the Forreston ambulance responded to the 13,000 block of West Pit Road in rural Forreston for the report of a one vehicle accident with injuries. A 2000 Chevy Malibu was traveling westbound on Pit Road when it drove off the left side of the roadway. The Chevy struck a utility pole, overturned and came to rest on some farm machinery. The driver of the Chevy, Benito Magana, 21, Forreston, exited the vehicle on his own, but suffered serious injuries as a result of the accident. The Forreston Ambulance transferred Magana to Life Flight Helicopter and Magana was flown to St. Anthony’s Hospital in Rockford for treatment. The accident remains under investigation. Antonio Paskon, 19, Berwyn, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Paskon was transported to the Ogle County Jail where $146 was posted for bond. Lucas Northcott, 36, Rockford, was arrested for driving while license suspended. Northcott was transported
Dec. 20 to the Ogle County Jail Derek Sage, 29, where 10% of a $4,000 bond was posted. Northcott will Rochelle, was arrested on appear in court on a later an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. He was date. unable to post the $2,066 full cash bond pending a Dec. 22 Dec. 19 court appearance. At approximately 8:15 a.m., deputies stopped a Dec. 21 silver Pontiac for speeding At 8:15 a.m., deputies in the 11,000 block of W. Ill. responded to a vehicle 64. stuck in a field located in The driver, Frank Guerra, the 12,000 block of W. 26, Polo, was arrested Montague Road. for driving while license At the scene, deputies revoked. Guerra also had a arrested Seth Joseph, 19, valid warrant in Winnebago Pecatonica, for driving County. He was issued a while under the influence, citation for speeding. violation of the cannabis control act, and violation of Brian L. Whitehead,18, the drug paraphernalia act. Winslow, was arrested Joseph was the driver and at the Ogle County sole occupant of the vehicle. courthouse on an outstanding He also received citations warrant for burglary. for no valid registration and He was unable to post driving in the wrong lane. He 10% of a $25,000 bond and was left at the Ogle County appeared in court on Dec. Jail for bonding procedures. 19. He was released on a recognizance bond and is Nichol Carreno, 34, scheduled to appear in court Rochelle, was arrested at on Jan. 28. the Ogle County jai on an outstanding warrant for Lawrence Bennett, 20, criminal trespass to land. Rochelle, was arrested She had been arrested at the Lee County jail on by the Mt. Morris Police an outstanding warrant Department and transported for driving while license to the Ogle County jail. suspended. She was issued a $3,000 He was unable to post 10% recognizance bond, was of a $5,000 bond pending a released, and will appear in Dec. 22 court appearance. court on Jan. 9.
Fines The following individuals 26, Chana, use of electronic paid fines in the Ogle County communication device, Dec. Circuit Court. 18, 2014 (Sept. 13, 2014), $60. The name, age, and Amarildo Oliveira, 44, address of the individual is Stillman Valley, driving 15listed along with the offense, 20 mph over the speed limit, the date the fine was paid, the Dec. 18, 2014 (Sept. 25, date the offense occurred in 2014), $120. parenthesis, and the amount Riley D. Smith, 18, of the fine. Oregon, disregarding stop sign, Dec. 18, 2014 (Oct. 3, Jake M. Manalli, 20, 2014), $120. Byron, driving on suspended Marcia L. Dewey, 30, license, transportation of Polo, driving 15-20 mph alcoholic liquor/driver, Dec. over the speed limit, Dec. 16, 18, 2014 (June 27, 2014), 2014 (Oct. 28, 2014), $120. both charges dismissed per Jair M. Granados Ramirez, state motion. 20, Oregon, driving 15-20 Stephanie J. Wilkinson, mph over the speed limit,
Dec. 18, 2014 (Nov. 13, 2014), $160. Jeramiah R. Johnson, 34, Oregon, disregarding official traffic control device, Dec. 17, 2014 (Oct. 31, 2014), $160. Travis M. Cox, 20, Forreston, disregarding official traffic control device, Dec. 17, 2014 (Oct. 31, 2014), $120. Thomas M. Peters, 26, Forreston, driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 15, 2014 (Nov. 14, 2014), $180. Austin D. Yuill, 17, Stillman Valley, driving 2125 mph over the speed limit,
Dec. 17, 2014 (Nov. 15, 2014), $160. Jaime M. Jarrett, 28, Davis Junction, disregarding official traffic control device, Dec. 18, 2014 (Nov. 5, 2014), $120. Linda C. Jordan, 51, Mt. Morris, expired registration, Dec. 17, 2014 (Nov. 2, 2014), dismissed per state motion. Elizabeth L. Fransen, Forreston, expired registration, Dec. 17, 2014 (Nov. 6, 2014), dismissed per state motion. Kristina M. Baker, 45, Byron, expired registration, Dec. 16, 2014 (Nov. 14,
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Doreen, owned and operated The Flower Box in Mt. Morris for many years. Carolyn had attended the Evangelical Free Church of Mt. Morris where she was involved in Bible school, singing, and the Women’s Missionary Society. When her children were young, Carolyn would sew much of their clothing and costumes and created many other sewing projects. More recently she crocheted “names� for her friends and family. Crafting of all sorts was something she enjoyed often including her entire family in the process. Preserving huge amounts of vegetables and fruits from Dale’s large garden to feed her family was an annual occurrence at the White
Leonard W. Thweatt Leonard West Thweatt, 72, Morrison, died on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2014. Leonard was born Aug. 19, 1942 to Jesse Hobart and Jimmie (West) Thweatt, who were tobacco farmers in the mountains of beautiful Smithville, Tenn. The fourth of seven children, he attended a oneroom schoolhouse as a boy, before moving to Memphis, Tenn. Enlisting in the U.S. Army in 1961, he enjoyed being stationed in Augsburg, Germany where he drove tanks and trained as a sharpshooter. At 23, he married the love of his life Norma Sue Loyd. They shared 50 wonderful years together and three children, Mark Phillips, 51, Oregon, Jessie (Anthony) Harvey, 47, Rockford, and Kellie (Brandon) Pudlas, 44, Mt. Morris. Leonard worked for 33 years in the printing trade and was well liked by all. He was a great provider and always willing to help a friend in need, or even a stranger. He was fair and honest with a great sense of humor. He loved spending time with his grandkids, Troy Pudlas,19, Kelsey Pudlas,17, Katelin Pudlas, 13, and Preston Harvey, 7. Leonard was a great
artist, loved music, British motorcycles, history, and nature. His beloved dog Ruby brought him much joy. He will be forever remembered and treasured. Surviving siblings include Hazel Reagh, Smithville, Tenn., Wayne Thweatt, Bartlett, Tenn., Joan Abel,
house. Carolyn was a friend to all who knew her and was very thoughtful and giving, often remembering family and friends with cards or gifts on numerous occasions. She is survived by her three daughters, Doreen White, Mt. Morris, Sara (Dan Strohecker) Martin, Mt. Morris, and April White, Minneapolis, Minn.; two sons, Jason (Julie) White and Larry (Edie) White, both of Mt. Morris; six grandchildren of which she was most proud, Jacob and Jennifer White, Clayton and Hanna White, and Grace and Audra Martin; one brother, Greg (Cheri) Haack, Freeport; brothers-inlaw, Donald (Verna) White, Forreston, and Gordon White, Jonesborough, Tenn; and sisters-in-law, Judy White, Chuckey, Tenn., and Wanda (Curtis) Dedmond, Farmville, Va.; and many special cousins; and nieces and nephews; and her very special pet cat, Lily White. She was predeceased by her husband; her parents; brothers-in-law, Carl Ray and Mac White; and sistersin-law, Bessie and Carolyn White, all of Tennessee. Funeral services were held on Nov. 20 at Finch Funeral Home, Mt. Morris,with Pastor Larry Jameson presiding. Holly Springs, Miss., and Cathy Vachon, Memphis, Tenn. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Billie Jean Thweatt and Charlotte Bruno. Heartfelt thanks to Stacey and all the staff at Hospice of the Rock River Valley for their loving care. To honor Leonard just play a Willie Nelson song, have a cold beer, and smile. A memorial service will be held at the Morrison United Methodist Church on Saturday, Jan. 10 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to Hospice of the Rock River Valley. Arrangements were completed by McDonald Funeral Home, Fulton.
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for Pinecrest Community, a job she thoroughly loved. She married the love of her life, Richard Schmidt, on April 16, 1988. Diane is survived by her husband. One of her greatest joys in life was raising her two children, Megan (Ethan) Grant, Madison, Wis., and Mark Schmidt, Mt. Morris. Diane is also survived he her parents Donald and Shirley Calhoun, Menomonee Falls, Wis.; brothers, Glenn (Judy) Calhoun, Waukesha, Wis., and Bruce (Susan) Calhoun, St. Paul, Minn.; step-sons, Colin (Dena) Schmidt, Yorkville, and Chad (Vicky) Schmidt, Copley, Ohio; six grandchildren Ryan, Ashley, Elaine, and Erin Schmidt, Ashley and Courtney Phillips. Diane is also
survived by many family and friends. Diane was preceded in death by her grandparents Donald and Katherine Calhoun Sr. and Charles and Florence Haug; and her father and mother-in-law, Albert and LaVonne Schimdt. Services were held on Dec. 23 at Disciples United Methodist Church, Mt. Morris, with Rev. Dwight Stewart officiating. Burial was at Fairmount Cemetery, Polo. Arrangements were completed by Finch Funeral Home, Mt. Morris. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established to Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Serenity Hospice & Home, DUMC Youth Mission Group.
generosity to his friends, having fun in life was very important to him. He was a faithful fan of the Chicago Bears, White Sox and the Fighting Illini. He is survived by his loving wife, Misty; his two-month old son, Briggs; his mother and step-father, Valerie and Jack Glotfelty, Oregon; his brother, Aaron (Melissa)
Beaty, DeKalb; grandfather, Arthur Dietze, Oregon; niece, Morgan Beaty; nephew, David Beaty; and his faithful dog, Chilli. He was predeceased by his father, David Beaty and grandparents, Grace Dietze and Harold and Lois Beaty. A celebration of Scott’s life will be held Saturday, Jan. 3 at First Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where visitation will begin at 10 a.m. and the service to follow at 11:30 a.m. There will also be a service on Saturday, Jan. 10 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris,where visitation will begin at 10 a.m. followed by a service at 11 a.m. Farrell-Holand-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon, is assisting the family. Please no flowers. Memorials may be directed to the family.
Scott D. Beatty Scott David Beatty, 45, formerly of Oregon, died on Thursday Dec. 18, 2014 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, after a hard fought battle with cancer. Scott was born Sept. 28, 1969 in Dixon, the son of David and Valerie (Dietze) Beaty. He married Misty Hartman on Oct. 29, 2005. Scott was a well-known radio host for KHAK/KRNA radio stations. He was a graduate of Augustana College and Illinois State University. He had a strong faith and was a member of First Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids, on the Board of Directors for Greg’s Mission and an avid participant in Relay for Life. Besides his love of family, and his caring concern and
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TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID PARCELS WERE SOLD ON NOVEMBER 8, 2012, FOR GENERALTAXES FOR THE YEAR 2011 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES MAY 22, 2015. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX DEEDS HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED PARCELS BY OGLE COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JUNE 16, 2015 AT 1:00 PM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX DEED ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID PARCEL NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE MAY 22, 2015. /S/ OGLE COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 105 S. 5TH ST STE 104, OREGON, IL 61061 TELEPHONE: (815) 732-1110
Diane J. Schmidt Diane J. Schmidt, 53, Mt. Morris, died on Friday, Dec.19, 2014 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home after a courageous battle with cancer. Diane was born Oct. 24, 1961 in Milwaukee, Wis., the daughter of Donald and Shirley (Haug) Calhoun. Diane grew up in Brookfield, Wis., and graduated from Brookfield East High School in 1980. She received a bachelor’s degree in social work from Carthage College, Kenosha, Wis., in 1984 and then she received her master’s degree in social work from the University of WisconsinMilwaukee in 1985. Diane moved to Mt. Morris in 1986 to take the position as Director of Social Services
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Carolyn K. White Carolyn K. White, 75, Mt. Morris, died Sunday, Nov.16, 2014, after a brief illness. Carolyn was born Sept. 10, 1939 in Sumner, Iowa to Lois E. and Hilbert M. Haack. She moved to Forreston as a young girl and graduated from Forreston High School in 1957. Carolyn loved to regale the fun times with her classmates, often being very involved in planning the 1957 class reunions, and she organized a “Seniors Then – Seniors Now� tour to Gatlinburg, Tenn., for their 50th graduation anniversary, reliving their senior class trip. She married Kenneth Dale White on Dec.5, 1959 and moved to Mt. Morris where she became an avid “Mounder� fan, enjoying their basketball games with fervor. Carolyn was very active in her community. She was involved with Home Extension for many years. Carolyn once won “Homemaker of the Year.� She spearheaded the Home and Business Decorating Contest held in years past for Let Freedom Ring which she was involved with in many capacities for several years. She and her daughter,
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County News Business Brief Hospice worker is recognized Unity Hospice of Western Illinois recently named Jack Briggs, Oregon, November’s Employee of the Month. He was recognized for his determination to go above
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and beyond in his current role as chaplain. Carla Humphreys, Unity Hospice Area Administrator and Regional Director of Professional Development made the announcement. Briggs has served as chaplain for Unity Hospice for 2.5 years, providing spiritual support to patients and families. Additionally, Briggs involves himself in
various community outreach and marketing initiatives for the hospice company. Briggs excels at forming relationships with his patients, and has the gift of identifying with them in a way that differs from other like chaplains. When he is not serving hospice patients in area Rochelle, Briggs serves as Pastor at the First Presbyterian
Church – Franklin Groves and the First Congregational – UCC Church in Lee Center. Briggs received his Bachelors of Arts in English from the University of Central Florida and studied a at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary. Briggs enjoys playing piano, reading and woodworking. Founded in 1992, Unity Hospice is a family owned
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A. Reed, warranty deed to Michael J. Hahn, trust, 207 N. Seventh St., Oregon, OregonNashua Township, $142,500. Beeler & Beeler, Inc., warranty deed to Robert M. Corwell, property in Taylor Township, no address given. Robert M. Corwell, warranty deed to Corwell Family Properties, LLC, property in Taylor Township, no address given. PHH Mortgage Corp, warranty deed to Crystal S. Bomgarden, 15781 E. Ill. 72, Davis Junction, Monroe Township, $110,500. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, warranty deed to Billy J. Roberson and Sandra M. Roberson, 2670 N. Lynnville Ct., Lindenwood, Lynnville Township, $67,000. Richard Eldred and Michelle W. Eldred, warranty deed to Robert M. Knowski and Julie D. Knowski, 5695 S. Indian Trail, Rochelle, Flagg Township, $193,000. Matthew Svela, warranty deed to Jennifer Patton, 324 Rosalind Rd., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $129,900. Ogle County Habitat for Humanity, Inc., warranty deed to Jennifer A. Larson,
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Property Transfers Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the county recorder’s office. The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and township of the property, and the price of the transfer. Dec. 12 Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., warranty deed to Lynnel R. Camling, 409 N. Fourth St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $30,000. Steven T. Francisko, quit claim deed to Kathryn E. Appel, 313 Sunset Lane, Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township. Dr. Keith R. Ruter, Keith R. Ruter, and Karen S. Ruter, warranty deed to Danny E. McKean and Laura L. McKean, 602 S. Fifth Ave., Forreston, Forreston Township, $51,000. Jill M. Jensen, quit claim deed to Donald Jensen, 772 W. Jennie Lane, Oregon, Rockvale Township. Dec. 15 Marilou Hohlen, warranty deed to Dennis W. Grandt
and Michala L. Grandt, 308 S. Wesley Ave., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $84,900. Steven A. Starr, warranty deed to Valynda Bushman, 112 S. Prairie Ave., Polo, Buffalo Township, $18,000. Kenneth W. Thomas and Curtis W. Thomas, quit claim deed to John C. Thomas, 920 N. Ninth St., Rochelle, Flagg Township. Duane W. Capes, quit claim deed to 3 Bertos, LLC, 617 First Ave., Rochelle, Flagg Township. Cathy L. Dzik, quit claim deed to Dzik Properties, 1182 W. Second St., Byron, Byron Township.
Eva M. Armbruster by attorney fact, warranty deed to Leonard H. Benhart and Elenor F. Benhart, 312 W. First St., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $82,000. First State Bank, warranty deed to Shirley HensonGilbert, Shirley Henson Gilbert, and Ronnie R. Henson, 209 E. Second St., Leaf River, Leaf River Township, $20,000. Cleo J. Straley, quit claim deed to Chad Timmer and Cleo J. Straley, reserved life estate, 730 W. Blackhawk Dr., Byron, Byron Township. Adv. Real Estate Investments, LLC, quit claim deed to CGA, Inc., property Dec. 16 on E. Oak Grove Road, no Catherine T. Kunce, address given, Byron, Byron warranty deed to Danny S. Township. White and Danae D. White, 705 Westfield Dr., Stillman Dec. 17 Valley, Marion Township, David W. Bissell and $200,000. Megan L. Bissell, warranty Donald E. Scheffler, deed to Tomas Kastan and warranty deed to Bryan E. Katarina Kastanova, 602 Scheffler, 505 E. Brayton Jackson St., Oregon, OregonRd., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Nashua Township, $78,000. Township, $110,000. Fannie Mae and Federal John A. Hite and Donna L. National Mortgage Assn., Hite, warranty deed to Chad warranty deed to T & R Beitel, 838 N. Seven Hickory, Rentals, LLC, 201 N. Main Byron, Byron Township, St., Kings, White Rock $126,500. Township, $51,000.
Bocker Grain, Inc., warranty deed to Crossroads Community Church, Green Avenue and Locust Street, no address given, Polo, Buffalo Township, $20,000. Timothy J. Strohecker, quit claim deed to Tasha E. Strohecker, 738 Seven Hickory Rd., Byron, Leaf River Township. Calvin Hancock and Selena Hancock, warranty deed to Logan Hancock, 303 Wolf Den Circle, Davis Junction, Scott Township, $82,000. Bradley D. Sievert and Patricia A. Sievert, quit claim deed to Bradley D. Sievert, 3966 E. Sievert Dr., Byron, Byron Township. Bradley D. Sievert and Patricia A. Sievert, quit claim deed to Bradley D. Sievert, 3940 E. Sievert Dr., Byron, Byron Township. Bradley D. Sievert and Patricia A. Sievert, quit claim deed to Bradley D. Sievert, 4010 E. Sievert Dr., Byron, Byron Township. Lincoln McKeown, warranty deed to Nathan A. Waugh and Amber L. Waugh, 1123 Santa Fe Ave., Davis Junction, Scott Township, $171,000. Rick L. Reed and Elizabeth
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Dec. 18 Peter Alfano, Jr., warranty deed to Jose Loza and Dorothy Loza, 703 Lincoln Ave., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $5,000. Richard R. Kennay and Doris J. Kennay, warranty deed to Julian Ramirez and Theresia R. Charley, 447 Sangamon Lane, Dixon, Taylor Township, $332,000. Sharon L. Michel, warranty deed to Jon Estrem and Laura J. Estrem, 800 Missouri Dr., Dixon, Taylor Township, $175,000. Betty Donaldson and Jeff Donaldson, quit claim deed to Betty Donaldson and Jeff Donaldson, 403 E. Colden St., Polo, Buffalo Township. Dion T. Brewington and Mindy S. Brewington to waive homestead rights, warranty deed to Fernando Rocha, 634 S. First St., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $58,900. Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage Assn., warranty deed to Lee Beyer, 11018 W. Pines Rd., Polo, Buffalo Township, $108,000.
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Public Notice is hereby given that on December 15, SHANNON • POLO • LAKE CARROLL 2014, a certificate Shannon - Polo was filed in the 815-946-2777 Ogle County www.fsbshannon-polo.com Clerk's Office setting forth the LEGAL NOTICES 101 names and post office address of all of the persons FOR SALE PUBLICATION BY OWNER 209 owning, conductNOTICE ing and transacting business Public Notice is the STERLING hereby given that known as: Genesis on December 1, Architecture Cozy 2 story Ster2014, a certificate 1550 SE Willmar ling Home, move was filed in the Ave., Willmar, MN in ready! 3BR, 1½ Ogle County 56201 BA, 1,300 sq. ft. Clerk's Office setgarage, deck & lg. ting for the names Dated: December 15, 2014 yard. All new roof, and post office adRebecca Huntley kitchen, baths, dress of all of the Ogle County Clerk H/W floors, furnace persons owning, Dec. 25, 2014, Jan. Plus finished baseand conducting ment w/ family/ 4th transacting the 1, 8, 2015 BR & ½ BA. 1110 business known 5th Ave. $114,900. as: Call 815-626-9472 Mulrooney Travel See pictures on 209 E. First St. VOLUNTEERS 126 Leaf River, IL Saukvalley.com 61047 Dated: December ROCK FALLS 1, 2014 CASA Rebecca Huntley FSBO- 8850 15th Judicial Ogle County Clerk Winter St. RF, IL. Dec. 11, 18, 25, Circuit (Lee/ 3BR, 2.5 Baths, 2014 Carroll/Ogle partially finished Counties) PUBLICATION basement, 1850 is seeking volunNOTICE sq. ft. home. teers in the Ogle Public Notice is 1450 sq. ft in floor County area to adhereby given that heated garage. on December 2, vocate for children 1 acre lot. Montin the Ogle County 2014, a certificate morency area. court system inwas filed in the 815-441-2218 volved in abuse Ogle County Clerk's Office set- and neglect cases. Your ting for the names involvement can and post office adimpact a child’s dress of all of the future. owning, persons conducting and Contact Vanessa the White, Director of transacting Advocate business known Services as: (815) 288-1901 Ash Nordman www.casaleecar Fitness IN THE CLASSIFIEDS roll.com 1431 Rte 64 E. Oregon, IL 61061 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH Dated: December JUDICIAL CIRCUIT 2, 2014 COUNTY OF OGLE - OREGON, ILLINOIS Rebecca Huntley BANK OF AMERICA, NA; Ogle County Clerk Plaintiff, vs. Dec. 11, 28, 25, 2014 DEANNA M. COLLINS AKA DEANNA MEMBER FDIC
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COLLINS; SCOTT MYERS AKA SCOT MYERS; OGLE CROSSING HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; VILLAGE OF DAVIS JUNCTION; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF DEANNA M. COLLINS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF SCOTT MYERS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 169 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 15, 2015, at the hour of 2:00 p.m. outside the Sheriff's Admin. Office (North Door) 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:
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Commonly known as 1102 Burlington Way, Davis Junction, IL 61020. P.I.N. 11-27-208-008. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, PLAINTIFF vs. DARCI R. KARPER; THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWHEQ, INC., CWHEQ REVOLVING HOME EQUITY LOA; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 43 Address: 408 W. 1st Street Mount Morris, Illinois 61054 Judge John B. Roe NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 19, 2014, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on January 9, 2015 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 11 IN SUNSET HILL ADDITION IN THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK F OF PLATS, PAGE 24, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 408 W. 1st Street, Mount Morris, Illinois 61054 P.I.N.: 08-27-178-005 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $78,472.13 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to 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 shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which 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 representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF 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: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 14 9895. Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 14 9895
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Items belonging to the Roger Huffman Estate, Edward Scheffler and Don Sorenson. Viewing will be Saturday, December 27 between 9 am & 12:00 noon. Tools Several stacked rolling tool boxes; parts washer; rolling shop carts; folding 2T cherry picker; sand blaster pot; porta-power; AirAmerica upright air compressor, 6.5hp 80 gal 2 stage; several portable air compressors; welders incl Lincoln Arc, 225amp, Century 100 Dual Purpose wire & Easy Mig Wire; welding helmets & Speedway magnets; torch set; 20T press; Neco drill press; Delta 4” belt/6” disc sander; Sunex Power metal band saw; Skil 10” table saw; 10” radial arm saw; Ryobi stand; hyd bender; bench grinders; alum ext ladders & others; Shop Smith; shop vacs; chain saw; organizers full; numerous sm tool boxes; VO Bonnell Hardware Oliver tool box; drop cords; log chains; ropes; lots of power tools; air tools; oscillating spindle sander; tap & die sets; impact sockets; _” socket set; lots of combination wrenches, sockets, breakers; punch & chisel sets; drill bits; pipe & C clamps; bottle jacks; floor jack; stands; hammers & hatchets; wheel pullers; anvils; vises; hoses; tarps; lg steel table frame; shovels, rakes, brooms, etc; Remington polesaw; lots of hardware & misc. Guns - Boat - Mowers Remington.22 SpeedMaster 552; Double Barrel Black Powder; Winchester 12 ga pump; Winchester .22 lever 9422; Ruger .22 auto pistol w/3 clips & case; High Standard .22 High Sierrra w/extra cyl & case; Colt Pearl Handle .45 w/case; Colt Python 357 Magnum LTG w/case; German 1914 .32; Ruger .22 single six w/extra clip & case; assorted ammo; Power Master 760 pellet gun; BB gun; Crossman 147 BB gun; Sea Nymph alum 18’ boat & trlr w/Evinrude 35hp; Champion & Wards boat motors; fishing poles; clay pigeon thrower; live animal traps; bikes & trikes; CC LT1020 w/42” deck; Woods 6180 Mow’N’Machine 18hp; Simplicity 12FCH w/42” deck; Troybilt 10hp shredder w/rear dump box; lawn cart; lawn roller; Spirit 29” 10hp snow blower; unusual old gas powered garden cultivator; weed eaters; old Honda generator; Electro-Jet 710 space heater; wood burning stove; Eden Pure heater; fluorescent shop lights; Cast kettle; Jerry Can kit; copper boilers; double rinse tubs; buzz saw; steel & wood posts; manual tire changer; 6 JD rear whl wgts; 4 JD 10 series frt wgts; homemade mini jalopy; TV tower; barge wagons (1 on JD gr); JD black cylinder; truck box trailer; flatbed trailer; MF 440 snowmobile; Murray 2T pedal tractor; 2 sm safes w/combinations; Hobart meat saw; lawn windmill; license plates; treadle sewing machine; roll top desk; Mission oak bookcase; lots more misc. Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Lenny Bryson (IL#440000158) 815-946-4120 Mark Ebert (IL#440000341) 815-946-2809
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC PLAINTIFF VS SKIPTON MCKENZIE A/K/A SKIPTON T. MCKENZIE; KRISTIE A. MCKENZIE A/K/A KRISTIE MCKENZIE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 196 8770 NORTH KILBUCK ROAD MONROE CENTER, IL 61052 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2014, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on January 23, 2015, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 12-06-100-004 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8770 NORTH KILBUCK ROAD MONROE CENTER, IL 61052 Description of Improvements: 2 STORY HOME WITH ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $309,677.29. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, 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 property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1315886 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Dec. 11, 18, 25, 2014
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES TRUST 2006-8 PLAINTIFF VS STEVE H CLINE AKA STEVEN H CLINE AKA STEVEN CLINE; ASSET ACCEPTANCE LLC; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 54 1101 SOUTH 3RD STREET OREGON, IL 61061 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on September 19, 2014, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on January 23, 2015, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 18-16-10-127-001 1610127001 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1101 SOUTH 3RD STREET OREGON, IL 61061 Description of Improvements: TAN, VINYL SIDING, ONE UNIT HOME, TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $338,748.77. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, 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 property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1403170 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Dec. 11, 18, 25, 2014
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC PLAINTIFF VS SKIPTON MCKENZIE A/K/A SKIPTON T. MCKENZIE; KRISTIE A. MCKENZIE A/K/A KRISTIE MCKENZIE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 196 8770 NORTH KILBUCK ROAD MONROE CENTER, IL 61052 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2014, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on January 23, 2015, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 6, FIVE HUNDRED FIFTY-TWO FEET (MEASURED ALONG SAID NORTH LINE) EAST OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 6 (SAID NORTH LINE HEREIN DESIGNATED NORTH 88 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST) AND RUNNING THENCE EAST ALONG SAID NORTH LINE A DISTANCE OF THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY-SEVEN AND THIRTEEN HUNDREDTHS FEET TO THE CENTERLINE OF A PUBLIC WAY DESIGNATED KILBUCK ROAD (COUNTY HIGHWAY 15): THENCE SOUTH 7 DEGREES 28 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST A DISTANCE OF ONE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED ELEVEN AND SIXTYOUR HUNDREDTHS FEET THENCE WESTERLY A DISTANCE OF ONE THOUSAND SEVENTY-NINE AND SEVEN TENTHS FEET MORE OR LESS TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 6, SAID POINT BEING ONE THOUSAND TWO HUNDR ED NINETY-SEVEN AND FOUR TENTHS FEET (MEASURED ALONG SAID WESTERLY LINE) SOUTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 6 THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID WEST LINE A DISTANCE OF ONE THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-NINE AND FOUR TENTHS FEET TO A POINT ONE HUNDRED FIFTY-EIGHT FEET (MEASURED ALONG SAID WEST LINE) SOUTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER THENCE EASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 6 A DISTANCE OF FIVE HUNDRED FIFTY-TWO FEET THENCE NORTHERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID SECTION 6 A DISTANCE OF ONE HUNDRED FIFTY-EIGHT FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE, THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 12-06-100-004 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8770 NORTH KILBUCK ROAD MONROE CENTER, IL 61052 Description of Improvements: 2 STORY HOME WITH ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $309,677.29. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, 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 property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1315886 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Dec. 11, 18, 25, 2014
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NEW TODAY Immediate opening for a Registered Nurse to join our team at Serenity Hospice & Home located in Oregon, IL. The position is part time on the 3:00 pm11:00 pm shift in Serenity Home. Ideal candidates will possess excellent assessment and communication skills, the ability to work independently, previous experience in hospice or home care and computer based charting a plus. Applications are available on our website: www.serenity hospiceand home.org or call 815-732-2499.
NEW TODAY Wanted C.N.A.'s Full and P.T. Apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Ave. Dixon, IL EOE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!
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Group exercise instructor with a focus on Silver Sneakers. M/W/F 8-11:30am. Temp position Jan-Mar, with substitute possibilities the remainder of the year. Apply by 12/19 at www.srfymca.org or in person at SterlingRock Falls YMCA. EOE Local heavy highway contractor seeking Drivers for low boy and dump truck positions. Send resumes to jobcontract10@ gmail.com. Location is Dixon. Please send replies to Box #1260, c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081
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Position Available: Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development The University of Illinois Extension is seeking an individual to provide educational leadership for program delivery in Unit 4 (Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties). Master's degree related to subject matter emphasis required. To view complete job description and apply, visit http:// go.illinois.edu/A1 400655 for the 4H Youth Development Educator, closing date is January 19, 2015. The University is an AA-EOE www.inclusive illinois.illinois.edu.
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Receptionist Needed Full Time Required: Good customer service skills, phone skills, and computer experience Please send resumes to Moore Tires Inc. 2411 E Route 30 Rock Falls IL 61071
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Full-Time Coordinator for Ogle & Lee County Responsible for: • Coordinating the efficient operations of nutrition programs in Lee and Ogle • Overseeing Lee and Ogle County Staff Requirements include: Related experience in supervision, social services, food service or management. High school diploma, higher education preferred.
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Butler Transport Your Partner in Excellence. Drivers Great Needed. Hometime.$650.00 sign on bonus! All miles paid. 1-800528-7825 www.butlertransport.com CDL DRIVER NEEDED Rock River Cartage is a family owned flatbed carrier. $55,000 a year. We offer 401K, Health Ins., and home every night. Must have 2 yrs experience. Call 1-800892-9587 Dixon Glass is hiring a Carpenter/Glazier, must have experience, benefits incl., Apply at 414 W. 1st Street Dixon Drivers Flatbed Owner Operators or Company Drivers with steel experience, Home often. Industry LEADING.Pay/Ben efits! $3,000.00 SIGN-ON-BONUS! Call 855-400-6939 www.adslogistics.com/ Flatbed driverstrucks now set at 70MPH. Starting pay up to .41 CPM, health Ins, 401K, $59 daily per diem pay, home weekends. 800-6489915 or www.boydandsons.com Foremost Transport hiring all RV delivery drivers with any vehicles that can pull a trailer. $3,000 bonus program, great rates, amazing dispatchers. Call 866-764-1601.
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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 it's 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))
We are a Homemaking Agency seeking a FT staffing supervisor to join our team. The candidate must be highly organized, detailed, possess the ability to communicate effectively with other team members in a fast pace, and be motivated to work with the senior community. Must possess a high school diploma/GED, vallid Illlinoiis Driiver’’s Liicense andd vallid insurance. Knowledge of Sandata/Santrax a plus.
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NEW TODAY Plews & Edelmann in Dixon seeks a Quality Inspector to ensure proper product inspection standards & procedures are followed; perform incoming, in-process & final inspections; support day-to-day ops of quality dept; & serve as liaison to customers & suppliers on nonconformance issues. Communication is vital to this role. Requires HS diploma or equiv., previous quality training or exp., ability to work flexible hrs, excellent math & PC skills (Excel/ Word/Access), strong BP reading skills, ability to use calipers & micrometers, & ability to make decisions. Send resume to:
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To Place an Ad Call 815-284-7653 or 815-626-7653 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF LEE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: THOMAS A. HAMER, Deceased NO. 14-P-92 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Thomas A. Hamer. Letters of office were issued on December 18, 2014, to Denise Reiniche, 775 Indian Terrace, Oregon, Illinois 61061, as Administrator, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Lee County Courthouse, Dixon, Illinois 61021, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 24th day of December, 2014. DENISE REINICHE Independent Administrator For the Estate of THOMAS A. HAMER Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMS MCCARTHY LLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 Fax 815-732-2289 Dec. 25, 2014, Jan. 1 & 8, 2015 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, COUNTY OF OGLE PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of VICTOR BRADLEY, Deceased. NO. 2014-P-38 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Victor Bradley of Oregon, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on June 10, 2014, to JULIE ANN GLENN, 920 University Street, Dixon, Illinois, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Donald L. Shriver of the Law Offices of SHRIVER, O'NEILL & THOMPSON, 515 North Court Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61103-6807. Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before June 18, 2015, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Ogle County Circuit Clerk- Probate Division at the OGLE COUNTY JUDICIAL CENTER, 106 SOUTH FIFTH STREET, SUITE 300, OREGON, ILLINOIS, 61061, or with the Estate legal representative, or both. Copies of a claim filed with the Circuit Clerk's Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative and to the attorney for the Estate within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated: December 9, 2014 JULIE ANN GLENN, Independent Executor DONALD L. SHRIVER (ARDC #2593815) Law Offices of SHRIVER, O'NEILL & THOMPSON Attorneys for Estate 515 North Court Street Rockford, Illinois 61103-6807 Tele: (815) 963-4895 Dec. 18, 25, 2014 Jan. 1, 2015
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE - OREGON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, NA; Plaintiff,
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DEANNA M. COLLINS AKA DEANNA COLLINS; SCOTT MYERS AKA SCOT MYERS; OGLE CROSSING HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; VILLAGE OF DAVIS JUNCTION; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF DEANNA M. COLLINS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF SCOTT MYERS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 169 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 15, 2015, at the hour of 2:00 p.m. outside the Sheriff's Admin. Office (North Door) 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT 99 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF OGLE CROSSING PLAT NO. 2, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN D. PLAT, FILE 83 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0601778 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1102 Burlington Way, Davis Junction, IL 61020. P.I.N. 11-27-208-008. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Law Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 W13-3850. Dec. 18, 25, 2014 & Jan. 1, 2015
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"THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W08-0648 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the CWABS, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-12; Plaintiff, VS. Gonzalo Ramos, Jr.; Bobbie S. Ramos; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc.; Defendants. 08 CH 175 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Michael R. Harn, Sheriff of Ogle, Illinois, will on January 23, 2015, at the hour of 10:00 AM at Sheriff of Olge County, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: LOT FOUR HUNDRED ONE (401) AS DESIGNATED UPON FINAL PLAT OF HARVEST GLENN PLAT NO. 10, PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN PLAT FILE D ON PAGE 83 IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 321 Winter Rose Circle, Davis Junction, IL 61020 PIN: 11-22-330-001 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W08-0648. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W08-0648 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com Dec. 18, 25, Jan. 1, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES TRUST 2006-8 PLAINTIFF VS STEVE H CLINE AKA STEVEN H CLINE AKA STEVEN CLINE; ASSET ACCEPTANCE LLC; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 54 1101 SOUTH 3RD STREET OREGON, IL 61061 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on September 19, 2014, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on January 23, 2015, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 6 IN BLOCK 7, IN RAIL ROAD ADDITION TO THE CITY OF OREGON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK A OF PLATS PAGE 144 AS DOCUMENT NO. 58520A, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 18-16-10-127-001 1610127001 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1101 SOUTH 3RD STREET OREGON, IL 61061 Description of Improvements: TAN, VINYL SIDING, ONE UNIT HOME, TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $338,748.77. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, 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 property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1403170 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Dec. 11, 18, 25, 2014
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