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Former OHS football coach John Bothe is inducted into the Illinois Coaches Hall of Fame. B1

Find out what Ogle County agencies are doing to help protect our children. A10

FFA student and dairy farmer wins state honors By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com A Forreston FFA student received statewide recognition for excellence in her field, and is moving toward national honors. Brooklynn Hollis, a 17-yearold in the FFA program, was recognized as State FFA Proficiency Winner in Dairy Production Placement on March 24. The College of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, hosted 250 FFA students, looking to award a single star pupil in each of 50 proficiencies. In short, that means that Hollis was selected as the best of the best in Illinois in the Dairy Production Placement field. If you asked Hollis about it, though, she’d tell you it’s all just another day on the Jo-Eng Dairy Farms, German Valley. The farm is family-owned and operated, by Hollis’ grandparents Gary and Sally Engbert, parents Todd and Jodi Hollis, and uncle and aunt Michael and Cindy Engbert. “Honestly, I love doing this,” said Hollis. “I still can’t believe I won.” Even when she’s at school, or out enjoying her time with friends, Hollis says she always starts to wonder how her cows are doing. It’s easy to wonder that when you’re personally responsible for their well-being. Regardless of whether it’s a school day or a full day off, Hollis is at the farm

managing heifer reproduction. She pairs heifers with bulls based on genomic testing results - essentially, finding the weak traits of a particular cow, and mating them with a bull whose strong suits match up well. Aside from that process, she’s in charge of making sure they breed on time and managing the herd health, including administering medication and IVs as needed for sick cows. She also milks and feeds the cows, but don’t let that task be understated; Jo-Eng milks more than 400 cows three times per day. Hollis has essentially been working a full career before she’s even out of high school. “It’s a different life as a dairy farmer,” said Jodi Hollis. “Sometimes she needs to be urged to even take a day off and have fun.” Not for nothing, that experience and dedicated has paid off, because she’s being recognized as an expert. How does one get that recognition? It’s not exactly word-of-mouth. FFA teachers nominate students within their chapter for recognition. Forreston FFA advisor Robert Nelson nominated Hollis, and with great honors. “Teachers will nominate what we call a ‘star;’ someone they think is really top-notch,” said Nelson. “On the way to state voting, she beat two ‘stars’ from other districts.” After chapter honors, they move on to sections, of which there are 25, and then districts,

Brooklynn Hollis hooks up a milker to one of the cows in the milking parlor. Milking cows is just one of Hollis’ several daily duties at the Jo-Eng Dairy Farm. Hollis was recognized by the state for excellent work and record-keeping in dairy. Photo by Zach Arbogast

of which there are five. For reference, Forreston is the “chapter,” and competes in a “section” that includes West Carroll, Eastland, Pearl City, Pecatonica, Dakota, River Ridge, Durand, Freeport, Warren, Lena-Winslow, Orangeville, Scales Mound, Stockton, and Galena. A district then includes five sections. Solid proof is required of their knowledge and experience, in the way of a

Cold hands and hot items at spring auction By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com An annual spring auction came with a cold spell, but that didn’t hinder attendees from having a good time. The annual Hazelhurst Spring Consignment Sale that came around again on April 7 at 17748 W. Milledgeville Rd., Polo, hardly felt like “spring.” Temperatures hovered between 30 degrees from the 8:30 a.m. opening and 50 degrees by the evening close, with wind making it feel less than 20 at times. “It looks like everyone’s smoking,” said a passerby in a group of auctioneers. It was cold enough to see your own breath most of the day. It was a stark contrast to last year, where heavy rains left the 30-acre Hazelhurst site muddy as a swamp. However, did the cold temperatures hurt attendance?

“If anything, it helped it,” said Sheryl Hopkins,co-owner and operator of Public Auction Service, Polo, with her husband Lyle. “The farmers can’t get out in the field with the climate the way it is, so they need something to do for the day.” Vendors echoed Sheryl’s sentiment; when asked if the chill was hurting business for the Ogle County Beef Producers, Phil Fossler, of Polo, said “Lord, no!” The beef producers were selling their famous ribeye steak sandwiches, among other treats, to hungry patrons browsing the sales. “Since 20 minutes in, we’ve had a line for ribeyes, which is good for us,” said Fossler. “When it’s cold, farmers eat, and they like to eat beef.” The beef producers weren’t the only grub stop, as the Polo Lions cook up burgers, brats, and other grilled meats every year in the main concession

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students go through an interview process. Hollis had the advantage of this not being her first “rodeo.” In 2017, she entered judging in the Dairy Production Entrepreneurship field. She qualified for state honors, but did not win. “Between that time, and the different contests within FFA, it helped prepare me for the interview process,” said Hollis. “I’m not as nervous this time around, because it’s at least a

record book that includes detailed records of safety procedures, milk production, tests conducted and results, earned income (with taxes factored out), economy expenses, and every other detail even mildly associated with her responsibilities. “With the record books, you can figure out quite quickly who does their work, and who does not,” said Nelson. Once the record books have been studied thoroughly,

little familiar to me.” Jodi and Brooklynn both credited Nelson with being a supportive teacher, but he says it’s all on the students. “The way I look at it with the kids, they put in the time, and the chapter should support them,” said Nelson. Hollis competes for a National FFA Award in July. She will receive plaques for her current accomplishments in June at the Illinois FFA convention in Springfield.

Volunteers tackle fundraising for Black Hawk By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com

11-year-old Kaleb McPhail rode out with a John Deere zero-turn Ztrak mower for $35, courtesy of the Hazelhurst Spring Consignment Sale. Photo by Zach Arbogast

stand attached to the central office. As good as the food is, though, it’s not the main attraction. Folks come from surrounding communities, and even nearby states, to see acres and acres of one man’s junk about to become another man’s treasure. “I grew up in Oklahoma, and you had one of these sorts of things every weekend,” said Alan Harrison, of Dixon. “This

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is a real piece of Americana, and you just don’t see it as much anymore.” Scattered among the Americana in question was anything from fully functioning tractors, lawn mowers, and post hole diggers, to things like the front hood off of a big rig, or the back bed from a pickup. It also wasn’t a bad place for tires, with nearly an entire row filled. Turn To A2

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A new volunteer group is attempting to raise funds as well as hope for the restoration of the Black Hawk statue. Oregon Together’s recently formed Black Hawk Restoration Team has plans to raise the estimated $500,000 needed to complete the repairs to the 107-year-old landmark that stands on a 125-foot bluff overlooking the Rock River at Lowden State Park. Team chairman Jan Stilson said members of the team met March 28 with representatives from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Illinois Conservation Foundation, Lowden State Park, and the Northern Illinois University Taft Field Campus to discuss the project, which was begun in 2014. Created by sculptor Lorado Taft in 1910 and listed on the

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National Register of Historic Places since 2009, the concrete statue needs the repairs due to the ravages of weather and time. It was unveiled and dedicated in 1911. Over the years, despite numerous repair efforts, parts of the statue have crumbled and fallen off. Winter weather has been especially devastating. Before being encased in protective wrap almost four years ago, the 48-foot-tall landmark drew 400,000 visitors a year, according to state and regional tourism officials. Because it is situated in a state park, the statue is under the jurisdiction of the IDNR. At a team meeting Tuesday morning, Stilson said IDNR officials have agreed to remove the black plastic which has encased the statue for the last two winters. Ed Cross, IDNR Director of Turn To A8

Deaths, B5 Mary “Joyce” Franklin, Robert A. Gillick, Kathryn M. Laskos, Vincent P. Musso

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Cold weather didn’t hurt auction crowd From A1 “There’s so much here, it’s actually a good time just seeing it all,” said Lucas Schultz, of Freeport, who was looking to grab a hayrack on auction. “I waited nearly 26 minutes in line just

to get a bid ticket - this place is busy.” Hopkins expects that around 6,000 people showed up to the spring consignment auction. Not a bad turnout for winter weather in April, and for an event that’s been going strong since the 1940s.

March Students of the Month German Valley Grade School March Students for the Month pose with principal Jonathan Schneiderman. Pictured above are: Rileigh Moring and Parker Brown. Above right are: Renin Schaffner and Aislin Steinke. At right are: Jalynn Roser, Bently Nelson, and Jase Patterson. Below: March Student of the Month recipients at the Forreston Grade School pictured in the front row, left to right are: Lily Haller, Joe Haller, Hudson Bowers, Garrus Smith, Cody Brown, Emily Buttel, and Ella Miller. Middle row: Kailani Rivera, Brooklyn Coffman, Drue Behrends, Sofia Pacheco, and Evan Ricks. Back row: Schneiderman, Evan Amos, Brennan Byers, Collin Bismark, Brady Zipse, Brady Gill, Justin Myers, Hannah Sheely, Lilly Swartz, and Jaidyn McKinney. Photos supplied

Left to right: Lucas Schultz, of Freeport, admires an old McCormick Farmall B tractor with Louis Lavan, of Dixon, and Jim Johnson, of Miles, Iowa. Complete strangers bond over the rows and rows of rich history at the annual Hazelhurst Spring Consignment Sale. Photo by Zach Arbogast

LR Lions to host pork loin dinner The Leaf River Lions will host a roast pork loin dinner on Sunday, April 15 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Bertolet Memorial Building, Leaf River. The event is a community fundraiser for the Summer Daze Festival coming on June 1-3. The annual dinner has been going on for several years and all of the Leaf River organizations work together to make it a success. The menu consists of roast pork loin, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, applesauce, dinner roll, and cake with

coffee, peach tea, water, and milk offered as beverages. The cost for the dinner is $8 at the door for adults or $7 if purchased in advance, for children 5 years old through 12 years is $6 at the door or $5 if purchased in advance. Children 4 years old and younger eat free. Advance tickets may be purchased at the Bertolet Memorial Library or from Lions Paul Lindstrom, Kathy Rose, Laura Werner, Adrian Book, or Connie Hartje. For more information call 815-738-2761

Forreston Lions to sell carnations and cheese The Forreston Lions Club will hold its annual carnation sale on Friday, April 27 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 28 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the downtown Sweetwood building. The sale raises funds for two $500 scholarships awarded annually to Forreston High

School seniors. The Lions will also sell cheese on Saturday, April 28. Kinds offered will include muenster, brick, cojack, cheddar, swiss, and pepper. The club provides support for various community projects and individuals.

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In 1927, John J. Wagner and G.C. Terry, co-owners of the Tri-County Press, Polo, purchased the Forreston Journal. Terry bought out Wagner’s interest in 1930, and the newspaper stayed in the Terry family until 1977, when Danny C. Terry sold out to B.F. Shaw Printing, Dixon.

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FHS art students win prizes at Highland Art Exhibit Every year several district high schools submit artwork to Highland Community College for the annual Juried Art Exhibit. An outside juror judges the work, and this year 17 Forreston High School art students had artwork accepted with four of those students winning prizes. Kaitlyn Mateika won third place, Brittany Kuntzelman won Best of School Certificate, Taylor Shuey and Mackenzie Engbert both won Honorable Mention. The artwork will be on display at the gallery in the Ferguson Fine Arts Center at Highland until Thursday, May 3.

Kaitlyn Mateika won third place for her artwork titled No More Tea Parties. Photo supplied

Mackenzie Engbert received Honorable Mention for her artwork titled Natural Bloom. Photo supplied

Taylor Shuey received Honorable Mention for her artwork Brittany Kuntzelman won Best of School Certificate for her artwork titled Help Me. Photo supplied titled Over the Horizon. Photo supplied

VBS is set for June 4-8 The Forreston Community Vacation Bible School will be held June 4-8 at the Forreston Reformed Church. The hours are from 9-11:30 a.m. each day. All children who will enter kindergarten through 6th grade this fall are encouraged to mark their calendars and join in. Uncle Tim will be back this year, and the theme is Camp Herman Hollow. Pre-registration is encouraged and can be done by filling out the form at right and mailing it to: Tammy DeVries, 6614 N. Summerhill Rd., Forreston, IL. 61030. Volunteers are needed and appreciated. For more information or to volunteer call DeVries at 815291-9943

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School Menus April 16-20 German Valley Grade School Monday—breakfast pizza, green beans, Mandarin oranges Tuesday—cheeseburger on a bun, candied carrots, pineapple Wednesday—hot dog on a bun, baked beans, pears Thursday—chicken nuggets, lettuce salad, mixed fruit Friday—pork patty on a bun, corn, applesauce Forreston Grade School Monday—pepperoni pizza,

green beans, fresh orange Tuesday—toasted cheese sandwich, mixed vegetables, applesauce Wednesday—pork tenderloin on a whole grain bun, vegetable & pasta salad, peaches Thursday—mas & cheese wedges, peas, applesauce Friday—mini corn dogs, grape tomatoes, fresh fruit, string cheese Junior & Senior High School Monday—pizza, tossed salad,

carrots, pineapple Tuesday—pork tenderloin on a bun, mac & cheese wedge, broccoli, applesauce Wednesday—chicken fajita, black bean salad, corn & cheese, Mandarin oranges Thursday—deli wrap, mac salad, veggie & dip, apple slices Friday—cheesy chicken with rice, tossed salad, peas, peaches Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Chocolate and white milk are served with all meals.

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Polo native will attend officer training school U.S Air Force TSgt. Christopher Long, formerly of Polo, is among the 288 men and women from across the Air Force who have earned an opportunity to become Air Force leaders following their selection for an officer’s commission, officials announced recently. Long, a 2008 graduate of Polo High School, is the son of Ron and Sue Heyer, of Polo. Air Force Recruiting Service officials considered 909 active duty Air Force enlisted applications as part of the Total Force Officer Training school selection board 18OT02 and 18OTCAD. With the boards’ selection rate of 33 percent, 288 enlisted members were selected to trade their stripes for gold bars as second lieutenants and serve as U.S. Air Force officers. As part of the selection process, board

members review both objective and subjective factors. Objectively, the board considers each applicant’s academic discipline, grade point average and Air Force Officer Qualifying Test scores. Subjectively, board members evaluate work experience, accomplishments, adaptability, character, leadership ability and potential for future growth, performance reports, and commanders’ recommendations. Three Air Force Colonels review every application. The selection process is similar to an Air Force officer promotion board. No single factor leads to an individual’s selection or non-selection, according to TFOT selection officials.

Catholic Daughters of St. Mary Catholic Church, 881 Mongan Drive, Oregon will hold its annual Spring Salad Luncheon on Wednesday, April 18. The meal will be served from noon to 1 p.m. featuring the favorite, famous chicken casserole, fabulous salads, desserts, coffee, tea and lemonade. Cost of the luncheon

is $8 in advance and $10 at the door. New this year is the addition of a Chinese Auction (raffle). Tickets for the auction and raffle are 4 for $1. The drawing will begin at 1 p.m. Advance tickets are available by calling Fran Kaminski at 815-732-6655 or the parish center at 815-732-7383.

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Ogle County Clerk Laura J. Cook issued the following marriage licenses.

April 2 Joseph B. Herreweyers and Twila K. Schock, both of Rockford.

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April 3 Candidates selected can expect to attend Robert C. Alexander III and Total Force Officer Training at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, in fiscal 2019. Reah E. F. Estipular, both of

Chino Hills, California. Jeremy J. Lehmann and Ashlyn J. Keister, both of Madison, Wisconsin. April 4 Kevin M. Heath, of Pingree Grove, and Molly T. Love, of Dixon. Dustin D. Koch and Jennifer M. Hamilton, both of Ashton.

Rock River Center Activities (All ages are welcome to participate in programming) FREE Hearing Aid Services Event at Rock River Center John Dull from Connect Hearing is coming to Rock River Center on April 17 from 10 a.m. – 12 noon. He will be cleaning hearing aids, making sure your hearing aids are working properly, and replacing batteries. This is a free event open to anyone and appointments are not required. You will be assisted on a first come, first served basis. Brain Health Exercise Continued Success The Brain Health Exercise Class continues to surprise us by the response. March had another awesome turnout. Extension Educator, Karla Belzer led participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory. Upcoming class dates for 2018 are April 17, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, Oct. 16, and Nov. 20.  There will not be a

class in September. All of these classes will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th Street in Oregon. Each monthly class is free and open to the public! Registration is required. To register call 815-732-3252. Participants are welcome to join the class series at any time. For more information, call the University of Illinois Extension at 815-632-3611. Dr. Carri Anderson, Alpine Chiropractic to Speak at RRC Dr. Carri Anderson, local chiropractic doctor, specializing in Natural Medicine, will be at Rock River Center on Tuesday, April 24, at 10:30 a.m. This program will be in a casual format and her discussion will be followed by a question and answer period. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Carri Anderson to Rock River Center. A pot luck lunch and bingo will follow at 11:30 a.m. If you will be joining us for lunch, bring a dish to pass and call

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the center at 815-732-3252. Registration required. Computer Classes at Rock River Center The Computer Technology Center at Rock River Center is free and open to the public, and available to you weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The following computer classes have been scheduled in April and May. Mon., April 16 – MS 2010 Word 101 – 9:30 - 11 a.m. (Instructor: Deb Julian) This class provides the basics functions of Microsoft 2010 Word. Learn tasks such as opening existing files, creating new files, formatting, saving and printing. Handouts will be provided. Experience using a mouse is helpful, but not required. Mon., May 14 - MS 2010 Excel 101 – 9:30 - 11 a.m. (Instructor: Deb Julian) The new class provides the basics functions of Microsoft 2010 Excel. Learn tasks such as opening existing workbooks, creating new workbooks, setting up a spreadsheet, formatting and formulas, saving and printing. Handouts will be provided. Experience using a mouse is helpful, but not required. All scheduled classes are free to attend and open to the

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public. Space may be limited, so call early to be guaranteed a spot. To register for training classes, call Rock River Center at 815-732-3252. Rock River Energy Services Discusses Energy Suppliers Would you like some clarification on electrical and natural gas suppliers, including door-to-door and phone solicitors? On Monday, April 23, at 10 a.m., Rock River Energy Services will be at Rock River Center to discuss with residents energy suppliers available to them, enrollment, rates, and more. After the presentation, the Representatives will be available to sit down and review ComEd invoices with those who wish to bring a copy with them. Rock River Center and Rock River Energy Services are offering this program free of charge. Reservations are required by April 20,. Please call the Center at 815-732-3252 if you plan on attending. RRC Travels to Circa 21 Wednesday, Sept. 26 Mama Won’t Fly An outrageously hilarious race against the clock begins when Savannah Sprunt Fairchild Honeycutt agrees to get her feisty mother all the way from Alabama to California in time for her brother’s wedding. The cost of this trip is $80 for members and $85 for nonmembers.

A belated but heartfelt thank you to the Forreston Ambulance Crew for their special care and transportation to FHN Memorial Hospital from my home in Forreston this past October.

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The reservation and payment deadline is Friday, Aug. 24. Each performance is priced to include transportation, show tickets, lunch (dessert is optional and will be available at the show for additional cost) and all taxes and gratuities. Reservations and prepayment can be made in person at the Rock River Center or by mail. Note: Your reservation and prepayment must be received by the deadline on all trips. Make your reservations early as some shows sell out quickly. Seating is limited. Please call the Center at 815-732-3252 or toll free 1-800-541-5479 for more information. Groups Information Cancer Support Group “Facing the Challenge� is a support group that provides a safe, accepting environment for patients currently going through treatment, survivors, caregivers and loved ones to talk openly about the challenges a cancer diagnosis brings. Anyone who has been affected by cancer is invited to attend! Rock River Center and Home of Hope are partnering to offer information to this group. The group meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 3-4 p.m. at Rock River Center. Caregiver Support Group We are pleased to announce that a Caregiver Support Group has been formed at Rock River

Center. Patti Kilmer, MSW from Generations @ Neighbors, leads the support group. We welcome those new to caregiving, those who anticipate caregiving, and those for whom caregiving is already a way of life. You will find information, resources, encouragement and answers to difficult questions. Our meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. at Rock River Center. For more information, call Patti Kilmer at 815-234-2511 or 815-298-7004. Diabetic Support Group This very informative group meets the first Wednesday of the month from 2-3 p.m. at Rock River Center. Marilyn Csernus from the University of Illinois Extension Office facilitates this group by offering support, encouragement and the sharing of experiences when living with diabetes. Join Marilyn for a different topic each month and enjoy her recipes as well. Low Vision Group This is a group for those who have low vision, any form of vision loss, AMD or to caregivers of those with vision loss. Low Vision Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 12 p.m. at Rock River Center. For additional information, visit www.rockrivercenter.org or call 815-732-3252.

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Hop into Spring with a Saturday of healthy family fun with FHN and the YMCA! The Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois and FHN are teaming up to bring you the region’s best healthy activities, wellness tips, and lots of fun to kick off your spring and summer – all in one day! Research shows that without access to out-of-school physical and learning activities, kids fall behind academically and gain weight twice as fast during summer as during the school year. Come out to Healthy Kids DayŽ, a national YMCA initiative, and the FHN Family Health Fair at the YMCA of Northwest Illinois to kick off some healthier warm-weather behaviors for the kids in your family while also exploring health and wellness ideas for everyone ages 1 to 100! All activities are free and event will be held come rain or shine. For more information, visit www. fhn.org and spring into a healthy spring and summer with the Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois and FHN!

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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 Pastor Gary Branam www.baileyvillebaptistchurch. org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study 4th Sunday Each Month 1:30 p.m. Nursing Home Service at Presence St. Joseph BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 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 Pastor Chan Ik Choi 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com Adult & Children’s Education 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrated the First Sunday of Each Month CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Thursday, April 12—10 a.m. Bible Class Saturday, April 14—9 a.m. LWML Meeting Sunday, April 15—9 a.m. Worship with Communion; 10:20 a.m. Education Hour; 11:30 a.m. Confirmation Class Tuesday, April 17—12 p.m. ALIVE at Gazi’s, Rock Falls Thursday, April 19—10 a.m. Bible Class Saturday, April 21—LWML Spring Rally at Good Shepard, Rock Falls OPEN BIBLE 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Luke Schier, Pastor 815-946-2848 Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. We include children in our Sunday Worship experience “Grandkids Class” Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after our Praise & Blended Worship Time. Bible-Based Passion for God Compassion for People Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, POLO CAMPUS  205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Pastor Chris Bradshaw Sundays at 10 a.m. 815-837-5255 polo@crossroadscn.com We offer contemporary worship and relevant Bible teaching through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our cafe for coffee, snacks & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th

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grade) - Sundays at 6 p.m. Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt Phone 815-734-4853 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:45 a.m. Sunday School EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104 8:30 a.m. Fellowship 8:50 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Church EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, two miles north on German Church Road Pastor Marvin Jacobs Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Women & Men’s Bible Study, Kids Club www.ebenezerreformed.com EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes Office: 815-732-2424 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Sunday School EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Logan Murphy 815-734-4942 Thursday, April 12—1 p.m. Ladies Bible Study Saturday, April 14—7 a.m. Men’s Accountability Group Sunday, April 15—8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Inner Mission; 10 a.m. Worship Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group Log onto our website at http:// www.efcmm.org to check out our latest opportunities and updates FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Jeremy Heller, Pastor 815-946-3588 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service Nursery Available We are an independent nondenominational Christian church. Visitors are always welcome. FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203 “A Church with a Heart — In the Heart of Forreston” 9 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Sunday School Sunday, April 15—9 a.m. Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday, April 18—6:30 p.m. Choir FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith Handicapped Accessible 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship

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The deadline is 3 p.m. on Fridays for information for the Church News to be turned in at our office at 113 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon. The deadline is 9 a.m. on Fridays for church news left in the drop boxes in Forreston & Polo. Items can also be emailed to vwells@oglecountynews.com. For more information call Vinde Wells at 815-732-6166 ext. 5903.

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Road. The local Weight Watchers group meets Wednesday at the church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, followed by their meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m. April’s Bible Books of the Month are Hebrews through Jude.

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Thomas E. Kim FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH LEAF RIVER BAPTIST 815-732-2994 505 Hill St., Oregon CHURCH oregonumc@outlook.com www.fbcoregon.org 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Sunday Worship 9 a.m. 815-732-2642 Leaf River Followed by Fellowship and AllRev. Jared Cochran Pastor Randy Newton Age Sunday School “A Christ-centered, Bible815-738-2205 Saturday, April 14—4 p.m. believing, family-oriented Email leafriverbc@gmail.com Agape Team Practice; 5:30 p.m. ministry.” 9:30 a.m. Sunday Praise and Agape Team Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Worship Service Sunday, April 15—8 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Worship Service (Nursery provided) Education Committee Meeting; 6 p.m. Sunday Evening Service 11 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship-Children’s Choir Wednesday 7 p.m. Prayer Wednesday 6 p.m. Prayer & & Coin Collection; 10:15 a.m. Meeting Bible Studies Fellowship & Sunday School Transportation and nursery Prayer Chain 738-2205 Monday, April 16—Newsletter provided for all services. Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. Articles Due Various Activities Tuesday, April 17—10 a.m. Staff FIRST PRESBYTERIAN Meeting; 6 p.m. Cub Scouts; 7 p.m. CHURCH (USA) LEAF RIVER UNITED Crop Walk Meeting; OHS Service 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon METHODIST CHURCH Day Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Wednesday, April 18—6:30 a.m. 815-732-2894 Pastor David Poust Men’s Bible Study; No Communion www.fpcoregon.com Sunday, April 15—10:30 a.m. in Chapel; 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Handicapped Accessible Worship Night Alive; 7 p.m. Choir Practice 10:30 a.m. Worship Thursday, April 19—6 p.m. Holy Communion is served the LIGHTHOUSE UNITED Mission Committee Meeting first Sunday of each month. METHODIST CHURCH Saturday, April 21—4 p.m. 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Agape Team Practice; 5:30 p.m. FIRST UNITED Pastor Chan Ik Choi Agape Team Worship METHODIST CHURCH Handicapped Accessible Sunday, April 22—9 a.m. 402 First Ave., Forreston 9 a.m. Worship Service Worship; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship & Pastor David Poust 10 a.m. Sunday School Sunday School 815-938-2380 Age Three through Thursday, April 12—8 a.m. AA Sixth Grade. PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN Meeting Everyone is Welcome CHURCH Sunday, April 15—9 a.m. 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School MT. MORRIS CHURCH Pastor Charlotte Hoppe Monday, April 16—8 a.m. AA OF THE BRETHREN 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee at The 409 W. Brayton Road 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Depot P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 POLO CHURCH OF THE FORRESTON GROVE Pastor Ginny Haney BRETHREN CHURCH Phone: 815-734-4573 Congress Ave. & Webster St. 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Office hours Monday - Friday (The church is handicapped Presbyterian Church in America 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon accessible) Pastor Drew Jones Thursday, April 12—1:30 p.m. Pastor Leslie Lake 815-938-3605 Dementia Support Group PoloCob@risebroadband.net www.forrestongrovechurch.com Friday, April 13—9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Family Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Women’s Fellowship; Pastor Ginny 11 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Off Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 14—Pastor PRAIRIE DELL Pioneer Club; 7:45 p.m. Choir Ginny Off PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday, April 15—8:15 a.m. 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon FORRESTON REFORMED Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worship; Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP CHURCH 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. 815-864-2448 501 Third Ave. Sunday School; 11 a.m. Living 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School Pastor Lyle Zumdahl Hope Church Service 10 a.m. Worship 815-938-2424 Tuesday, April 17—8:45 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Fellowship lylezumdahl@gmail.com Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Leadership 9:30 a.m. Worship Team Meeting RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday, April 18—7:15 p.m. CHURCH Chimes Rehearsal 609 S. 10th St., Oregon FREEDOM LUTHERAN Craig Arnold, Pastor CHURCH, ELCA NORTH GROVE 812-236-1213 Pastor Brant Clements EVANGELICAL CHURCH 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 815-284-2966 10384 W. Coffman Rd., Website:https//www. Forreston ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL freedomlutheran.org/home.html Pastor Tim Hotchkiss CHURCH Sunday Evening Worship at Church: 815-938-2194 1000 Ill. 64 West 5:45 p.m. at First Presbyterian Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 Oregon Church, 200 S. 5th St., Oregon 9 a.m. Sunday School Rev. Eldred George Coffee & Fellowship following 10:05 a.m. Worship Service 815-732-7211 the service Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 www.saintbrides.org Welcome Center is at a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Email:saint.bride.church@ 111 S. 4th St., Oregon Open at New Life Community gmail.com Center Services GATHERING PLACE Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. CHURCH OREGON Holy Communion Come Take Your Place at the CHURCH OF GOD Classes Table - SOS 2:4 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Children’s Sunday School & Pastor Michael Hoffman 124 N. Fourth St., Oregon Adult Bible Study Available 815-732-6847 (Oregon Coliseum)Pastor St. Bride’s follows traditional 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 Wade Buzzard Anglican-Episcopal church a.m. Worship 815-440-7937 practices; is biblically based You and your family are invited Online: theGP.Church // FB. and both family and individual com/theGatheringPlaceChurch to join us for worship on Sunday, oriented. Visitors are always April 15. 10 a.m. Sundays welcomed. The morning worship service Life Groups Throughout The will begin at 10:30 a.m. Week ST. JAMES LUTHERAN Pastor Hoffman’s sermon is CHURCH titled “Being in Awe of God – In the GERMAN VALLEY West Grove Road at Mundane” from I Samuel 9. UNITED METHODIST Columbine Rd. Greeting you will be Gary and CHURCH Rev. Lucy Wynard Judy Myers. Church and Main Streets Saturday, April 14—2 p.m. During morning worship an Don Plock, Pastor WELCA Meeting at Pinecrest exceptionally fine Children’s 8:30 a.m. Worship Service Manor Church is offered for children 3 Sunday, April 15—9:15 a.m. years old through Grade 5. GRACE VALLEY Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. Sunday School begins at 9:30 CHRISTIAN REFORMED Congregational Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. and includes classes for adults, CHURCH a.m. Divine Worship; 12 p.m. young adults, teens, children and 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. WELCA Workday infants. German Valley Special attention is given in each Pastor Jake Ritzema ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN class to issues and topics related to 815-362-6601 CHURCH the particular needs and interests of 9 a.m. Sunday School for All 201 N. Division Ave., Polo each group. Ages Pastor Terrie Wilder The Wednesday night Youth 10 a.m. Worship Service 815-946-2919 Group meets at 6 p.m. at East Sunday Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville

9 a.m. Sunday School for Adults & Children 10 a.m. Social Time 10:30 a.m. Worship Service ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule 4:30 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. Sunday 8 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 3 p.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest Reconciliation 3:30-4:15 p.m. Saturday St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 6 p.m.1st & 2nd Wednesdays Adult Bible Study 8:30 a.m. 1st Wednesday ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: 8:30 & 11 a.m. Worship Services 9:30 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday 10 a.m. Bible Study 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 SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199 9:30 a.m. Sabbath School 11 a.m. Worship Service Luncheon after services, weekly TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Email: trinitymm@frontier.com Website: www.trinitymm.net Saturday Worship 5:30 p.m. Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Thursday, April 12—3:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park for grades K-6 Friday, April 13—8 a.m. Bulletin & Fellowship Saturday, April 14—5:30 p.m. Worship Service Sunday, April 15—9:30 a.m. Worship Service; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School for Children Age 4 through Grade 6 Tuesday, April 17—1:30 p.m. Communion at Pinecrest Manor followed by Communion at Pinecrest Terrace; 3:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park for grades K-6; 4 p.m. Uof I CATCH Club for Third Graders Wednesday, April 18—6:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise Group; 9 a.m. Quilting Club; 11 a.m. Pack Health Kits; 6 p.m. Chime Choir Rehearsal; 6:30 p.m. Youth Confirmation Class; 6:45 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal for Men; 7 p.m. Full Chancel Choir Rehearsal; 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal for Women Thursday, March 19—3:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park for grades K-6 WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:35 a.m. Worship

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Mystery play offered by Polo theater group

KB Tough Run kickoff party is April 20 The KB Tough Run planning committee invites the community to its KB Kick Off Party on Friday, April 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Tavern N Third, 101 S. Third St., Oregon. Guest bartenders, including Tim Taylor a previous owner and KB sponsor, will be ready to serve beer, cocktails, and soda. Food will be available for purchase as well. Tips from the bar and profits from the 50/50 raffle support the startup expenses of the annual KB Tough Run event. The seventh annual KB Tough Run is scheduled for Saturday, June 23 at White Pines Ranch, 3581 W. Pines Rd., Oregon. In addition to the Tough Run the day will include a Trail

Runners start the 2016 KB Tough Run at the White Pines Ranch. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Hike, Kid Sprint and other games in the Kid Zone. Craft beer from Prairie Street Brewing Company and food will also be onsite. To learn more about the event

visit www.KBToughRun.com. The annual KB Tough Run is the major fundraising event that supports the KB Fund. The fund has been established to support those in our

community that are burdened by a medical crisis. For more information email info@KBToughRun.com or call April Roos at 815-6310346.

Encore! seeks entries for two art shows Encore! Mt. Morris’s August and September art shows are calling for entries in both shows at this time. The deadline for August show applications is July 1. The deadline for September show applications is Aug. 1. The August show is “Artful Threads,” an art show featuring all kinds of fiber art, old and new. Examples include hooked or braided rugs, shuttle tatting, weaving, quilting (no template), tapestries, crocheting, lace,

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thread sculpture, macramé, artful apparel, and more. Anyone who has made or own artful fiber art pieces, is asked to consider submitting a picture of your pieces (up to three maximum) and an application for them to be included in the show. Applications are available online at encoremtmorris.com. Click on the August Art Show button. Fill out the application online (preferred; attach your digital picture and entry fee) or print the application and send

the packet to the Village Hall, 105 W. Lincoln St., Mt. Morris, IL 61054. Additional printed applications are available at the village hall for those without Internet access. The September show is “Art in the Country,” an art show featuring all kinds of 2D or 3D artworks with a rural or Midwest theme. Applications to enter the show are also online (encoremtmorris.com); click the Sept. Art Show button.

Although an online application is preferred, an application may also be printed and sent to the village hall with pictures and the entry fee as described above. Applications may also be picked up at the village hall. A jury will select the pieces to be included in both shows, and judges will select the awards, which will be announced on opening night of each show. For more information see the details on the web site, contact mollyb@encoremtmorris.com.

Polo Area Community Theatre will present “A Murder Is Announced” on three dates at the Buffalo Township Hall, 117 N. Franklin Ave., Polo. The play will be presented on Friday, April 27 and Saturday, April 28 at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, April 29 at 2 p.m. An announcement in the local paper states the time and place when a murder is to occur in Miss Blacklock’s Victorian house. The victim is not one of the house’s several occupants, but an unexpected and unknown visitor. What follows is a classic Agatha Christie puzzle of mixed motives, concealed identities, a second death, a

determined inspector grimly following the twists and turns, and Miss Marple on hand to provide the final solution at some risk to herself in a dramatic confrontation just before the final curtain. Purchase tickets in advance at the Polo Public Library, First State Bank Shannon-Polo, Polo Sub Stop or by mail at PACT, PO Box 36, Polo, IL 61064. Tickets are $7 in advance or $9 at the door for adults, $7 at the door for senior citizens, $6 each for groups of 10 or more adults when purchased in advance, and $4 for children 12 and under. Purchase tickets at the door 45 minutes prior to each performance.

Performing Arts Guild offers “Lost in Yonkers” The Performing Arts Guild will present “Lost in Yonkers” by Neil Simon later this month and early next month at the Pinecrest Grove Theatre in Mt. Morris. Performance dates and times are Friday, April 27 and Saturday, April 28 at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, April 29 at 2 p.m., Friday, May 4 and Saturday,

May 5 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, May 6 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 each with a $2 discount for students and senior citizens. For information and tickets call 815-734-2103. To order online go to www. performingartsguild.com and click on tickets.

Quilt guild meets April 16 Elizabeth Stanley from Cotton Cottage Quilts of Valparaiso, Indiana, will be giving a lecture on “The Triangular Tool and its Many Uses” at the Country

Crossroads Quilt Guild meeting on Monday, April 16 at 7 p.m. at Forreston Grove Church, 7246 Freeport Rd., Forreston. Visitors are charged a fee of $5 at the door.

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Oregon Library News Celebrate National Library Week April 8-14: Libraries Lead! First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country. The Oregon Public Library joins libraries in schools, campuses and communities nationwide in celebrating the contributions of our nation’s libraries and librarians and to promote library use. As part of the National Library Week celebration, Oregon Public Library cardholders may enter a book drawing for reading material checked out April 9 through April 21. A drawing will be held April 23. There will also

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writing and reading, from sixth to community college for 22 years. She has four senior-theater plays published. Everyone has a story, come and learn how to share yours! Register today! Trivia Night Join us on Wednesday April 11, at 6 p.m., for Trivia Night and see how much you know about sports, books, music, history and more. Come solo or bring your own team of up to four people, 18 years of age and older. There is limited amount of seating so call today, 815-732-2724, to register. Library Book Clubs The Afternoon Book Club meets Wednesday, April 18, at 1 p.m. to discuss Before You Know Kindness by Chris Bohjalian. The In-BeTween Book Club will meet on Wednesday, April 25, at 1:30 p.m. to discuss Everything You Want Me To Be by Mindy Mejia. The 2nd Wednesday Book Club (2WBC) meets Wednesday, May 9, at 12:30 p.m. at the Library to discuss Exit West by Mohsin Hamid Afternoon Movie at the Library On Tuesday, April 17 there is an early dismissal from school, so it’s movie time! Join us for The Great Mouse Detective (rated G) beginning at 1 p.m. Bring something soft to sit on as the movie is shown in the Art Gallery. LEGO Club (Grades 2nd-7th) The Lego Club will be on Thursday, April 19 at 3:30 p.m. Registration is requested, but not required. If you have any Legos that are no longer living

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Make N Take: Terra Cotta Bird House- Saturday, May 12 at 10 a.m. Local pottery teacher, Tonya Hardy will awaken the artist in you. Each participant will make a terra cotta bird house. This class is for adults,however children 8 and over are welcome to participate with an adult. Come and mold with us! All supplies provided. Registration required by Monday, April 23. NEW!! Books on Tap Thursday, April 26 at 6 p.m. Our Evening Book club has MOVED! It will now gather at Cork N Tap. Stop by the library to get your copy of the book that will be discussed in April: Everything You Want Me To Be by Mindy Mejia. Knit and Crochet Club A friendly and dedicated group meets every Monday evening, 6 p.m. and Tuesday afternoon, 1 p.m. .at the Library. These crafty people share their time and energy with anyone who enjoys the delights of the yarn. Working on projects can come to a complete halt if someone has a question or a good story to share. If you like a congenial atmosphere to craft and express yourself, be sure to drop in on the Oregon Library’s Knit and Crochet Club. New Releases Finish First: Winning Changes Everything by Scott Hamilton (Non-Fiction 650.1 HAM) How Democracies Die by Steven Levitsky & Daniel Ziblatt (Non-Fiction 321.8

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Ogle’s Master Gardeners receive awards Several Ogle County Master Gardeners took centerstage on April 3 celebrating their achievements at the annual awards banquet. The mission of the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener program is “Helping Others Learn to Grow.” “The Master Gardeners have found a fantastic way to share their talents and give back to our community. They make a difference to the people around them,” said Elizabeth Sosa, Extension Program Coordinator. “Without people who are willing to sacrifice their time and skills to our youth, adults and seniors, the world and our community would be a lot worse off.” Service awards were given to Kathy Michel, Byron for 10 years of service along with Sue Johnson, Mt. Morris, Mary Ley, Oregon, and Leona Totosz, Oregon for 5 years of service. In the course of the 2017 year the following individuals gave 50-plus volunteer hours to Ogle County projects that included: community gardens, fairgrounds gardens, Hotline, Jr. Master Gardener, and Therapeutic Horticulture. Those compiling 50-plus hours were: Phil Bratta, Davis Junction, Bobbi Burke, Rochelle, Sue Johnson, Mt. Morris, and Leona Totosz, Oregon. The Master Gardener Hotline, which is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9 a.m. to noon, plays a key role to help answer and educate the community and neighbors on flower or

vegetable garden and insect questions. Bobbi Burke, Rochelle was the Hotline Hero as she documented the most time spent answering community questions, dedicating 37.25 hours on the Hotline. If you have a garden question give the Hotline call 815-7322191 or email uiemg-ogle@ illinois.edu The Spice of Life award went to Larry Ermey, Stillman Valley, a person with sincere desire to learn, inspire and share. “Larry has a strong level of practical experience of knowledge of gardening, his actions, whether big or small have influenced someone’s life. “Although Larry had some health issues during the middle of the year his tenacity and determination was sincerely inspiring,” Sosa said. The Golden Trowel Award, all I can say is WOW, impressive. These Master Gardeners who gave more than 100 hours to Ogle County were awarded The Golden Trowel Award. “All I can say is wow, impressive,” said Sosa. “The community is very lucky to have such powerful individuals living right next door. Studies have found that when you stop thinking about your own problems and focus on someone other than yourself, your stress levels start to decrease; your immune system is strengthened and your overall sense of life satisfaction increases. Master Gardeners who had 100-plus volunteer hours of service were: Sally Sarafin, Oregon, 106.25; Deb Bryant,

Master Gardeners who achieved Century Club status (100 hours) pose with their certificates and golden trowels. Pictured, left to right, are: Leah Patapack, Kathy Michel, Sally Sarafin, Sue Paulin, and Deb Bryant. Photo supplied

Master Gardeners who achieved Fifty Plus status (50 hours) pose with their certificates. Pictured, left to right, are: Leona Totosz, Phil Bratta, Bobbi Burke, and Sue Johnson. Photo supplied

Mt. Morris, 107.25; Sue Paulin, Rochelle, 128.5 hours; Leah Patapack, Oregon, 130; and Kathy Michel, Byron, 135 hours. The final award of the evening was the coveted Green Thumb award. This award was created to recognize a Master

Gardener that is well rounded, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, a role model, has a love of gardening, involved in multiple projects and was voted for by his or her peers. “The Most Valuable Planter (Green Thumb) award went to two fantastic Master Gardeners

Festival of Hope, Relay For Life set for April 21 The 2018 Festival of Hope event will he held on Saturday, April 21. This family-friendly community event, presented by the Relay for Life of Ogle County, will celebrate cancer survivors and caregivers, remember those we have lost and will benefit the American Cancer Society. This event will be in lieu of the Relay For Life event generally held in June. Festival of Hope will take place from 1 – 4 p.m. on the grounds of the United Church of Byron, 701 West Second Street in Byron. The event will include a live

remote from 102.3 The Coyote and a performance by the twotime 2018 RAMI nominee country cover band, Love and Thunder. Additionally, there will be community tug-of-war battle among first responders, food, a silent auction and much more! A survivor brunch sponsored by Costa’s Ristorante will precede the event at the same location. The event is FREE to attend and all are welcome. For more information, go to relayforlife. org/ogleil Questions about the event can be forwarded to Sheryl Meeker, Event Lead at

participants will interact with scientists in science career fields from throughout Northern Illinois. Scientists will share information about their background and involve the youth in activities that they might complete in their work every day. Following the face-to-face interaction with the scientists, youth participate in activities based on the “Wonderwise” curriculum developed by the University of Nebraska. This curriculum highlights the work of scientists and

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then translates their work into hands-on science based activities, which are fun and engaging. Participants may choose one of three workshop tracks for breakout sessions. Their choices for this year include activities from “African Plant Explorer,” “Sea Otter Biologist” and “Pollen Detective.” Science Siesta will begin with registration at 5 p.m. on Friday and will conclude with checkout at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday. The registration fee is

$40 per participant. The registration fee covers pizza, snack, breakfast, admission to the Discovery Center Children’s Museum, a t-shirt and all hands-on activities. The University of Illinois Extension is providing this program.

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IDNR plans to remove Black Hawk cover for summer From A1 Communications, confirmed in a phone call Tuesday that the covering will come off next month. “We are going to remove the cover for the summer,” he said. “We’re going to wait until May for the weather to stabilize. We think that being able to see it will help with the fundraising.” The statue will be rewrapped before freezing weather set in next fall, he said. The cost is $19,000 each time the statue is covered and uncovered. In November of 2016, a team from Quality Restorations, Inc., Wood Dale, spent three days wrapping the concrete monument in 12 millimeter thick duallayered black polyethylene, padded underneath with blankets, and tied on tight with a half-mile of elastic rope. It has remained shrouded ever since. For the previous two winters it was encased in a scaffolding covered with green mesh, put in place by then conservator Andrzej Dajnowski from

Conservation of Sculpture & Objects Studio, Forest Park. Cross said all the money raised by the Black Hawk Restoration Team will be used to repair the statue. “The agency [IDNR] has had a plan for several years to repair the statue,” he said. “We just lacked the capital funds to go ahead with it.” The most recent efforts to repair the statue began in 2014 but were sidetracked by red tape and the state budget crisis. The Friends of the Black Hawk Statue, headed up by Frank Rausa, Sterling, and his late wife Cherron, began fundraising more than 10 years ago and eventually raised most of the estimated $900,000 needed for the repairs. A large portion of the money raised came from a $350,000 grant to the IDNR from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, but it has never been released due to the state’s budget woes.

The Black Hawk Statue remains wrapped in black plastic as repair work on the iconic structure remains stalled. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Hopes were high in July of 2014 when the Rausas and project engineer Amy Lamb Woods held a press conference to

announce the extent of the damage to the statue and that work would begin later that summer to repair it. Dajnowski, who had already done conservation work on other Taft monument, was named the conservator on the restoration team, and testing and evaluations of the damaged areas began. 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 are the critical areas. After numerous delays, Dajnowski and his crew put up the scaffolding, which was rented from another entity, and protective mesh in December of 2014. Dajnowski and his assistants spent weeks on the scaffold the following summer and fall testing mixtures of materials in an effort to duplicate the original formula used to make the statue. However, a dispute between Lamb Woods and Dajnowski brought the

project to a halt, and he and the IDNR didn’t renew their contracts. Lamb Woods has since left the project as well. Stilson said Tuesday that about $31,000 remains of the funds raised by the Rausas. Those funds are kept with the Illinois Conservation Foundation in Springfield and earmarked for Black Hawk. Rausa said Tuesday that the rest of money was spent on testing samples taken from the statue and preparing the statue for the repairs. “We’re half-way there,” he said. Some of the money was spent for renting the scaffolding, which cost around $100 per day for the approximately two years it was in place. Cross said the Illinois Conservation Foundation has received three donations since a story about the Black Hawk Restoration Team’s efforts appeared in the Chicago Tribune on Monday, but he did not know the amounts.

Earth Day electronic recycling event is April 14 The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department will hold a special Earth Day Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, April 14 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at its office at 909 Pines Rd., Oregon. The event is for Ogle County residents only. In addition, the department will give away free oak tree saplings and reusable shopping bags, and will have information on display about recycling, composting and vermicomposting. Household electronics that will be accepted for recycling include televisions, computers,

monitors, laptops and tablets, keyboards, mice, speakers, printers, FAX machines, electric cords and cables, VCR and DVD players, satellite receivers, stereo equipment, telephones, cellphones, digital clocks, video game consoles, holiday light strands, extension cords, CFL bulbs, rechargeable batteries, and printer cartridges. Microwave ovens will be accepted for a charge of $5 per unit. Most of these and similar items are banned from Illinois landfills and can be recycled to reclaim raw materials.

Residents are limited to 10 items per collection event. Items that will not be accepted include appliances, such as refrigerators, washers, and dryers, dehumidifiers, smoke detectors, lamps, fans, coffee makers, bread makers, fryers, toaster ovens, alkaline batteries, yard and power tools, exercise equipment, vacuum cleaners, electric razors and toothbrushes, electronics which have been scrapped and harvested for valuable parts, and boxes, Styrofoam, and other packaging from electronics. The OCSWMD will also

OHS student charged with felony after Internet threat By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com

charged April 10 with two counts of disorderly conduct, one a Class 4 felony and the other a Class C misdemeanor. An Oregon High School Oregon Police Chief Darin student has been charged with DeHaan said the social media felony disorderly conduct after posting did not appear to pose he apparently made a threat on a danger. social media. “Nothing in the investigation The 17-year-old was taken showed there was any into custody by Oregon Police immediate threat to staff or April 6 after they were called students,” he said. to the school around 10:30 a.m. According to a press release Ogle County State’s Attorney from the school, the threat Eric Morrow said the teen was was reported to the office

give away free oak trees that have been provided by Living Lands and Waters Million Trees Project. Bur oak, red oak, and swamp white oak saplings will be one to two feet in height, individually wrapped, and bare-rooted. They must be kept cool and wet and planted within a week. Five trees will be available while supplies last. “The Solid Waste Department is proud to work with LL&W and the Rock River Trail Initiative to provide oak trees not only for Ogle County, but for the 11 counties that border the Rock

School, 100 Union Ave. While the FFA will begin its seasonal sale from the greenhouse on April 28, the garden club will sell perennials on that day only. The garden club will also sell raffle tickets for a drawing for one of two gardener’s baskets,. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 and are available from any

PASS Potluck Please join us for our PASS potluck on Tuesday, April 24 at 11 a.m. at the Polo Senior Center. Our speaker and entertainer will be John Meola Lindhorst, owner of the Ukulele Station in Oregon. As a singer, song-writer, teacher, and business owner, Lindhorst lives a life filled with music. He has taught in Illinois,

immediately, and the school began the process of securing the student and investigating the social media posting. “The student is no longer on school property and will not be until the issue is resolved,” the press release said. Morrow said the boy was evaluated by the Probation Department and released to his parents. He is scheduled to appear in juvenile court on The last Monday of every April 17. month (next dinner: April 30), the Polo Council of Churches will hold its Open Table Dinner from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Faith United Methodist Church in Polo. All are welcome to garden club member. The baskets will be on display attend. The dates have been chosen at the Blackhawk Credit Union and First State Bank Shannon- for the Friday evening Movies Polo, where tickets will also be in the Park 2018. They will be June 22 – available until the day of the sale. The FFA’s greenhouse will be “Despicable Me 3,” July 6 open until the end of the school – “Jumanji: Welcome to the year, offering a wide variety Jungle,” July 20 – “Coco,” and, of annuals, vegetables, herbs, Aug. 3 – “Nut Job 2.” Upcoming After Hours will grasses, and hanging baskets.

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Polo Chamber Chatter be hosted by: Polo Historical Society at the Museum, 113 N. Franklin Ave., on Thursday, April 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. Polo Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, 703 E. Buffalo St., on Thursday, Oct. 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. We are looking for businesses to host After Hours. Please contact us if you are interested in hosting. The Polo Chamber Board of Trustees is attempting to issue Certificates of Recognition to Polo Chamber of Commerce

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bags. “Earth day is a good time to consider how each of us impacts the environment, and what we can do to reduce our footprint on this planet,” Rypkema said. “Reducing waste, recycling, and planting trees are simple ways we can make a positive impact.” A second April recycling event will be held for electronics only on Friday, April 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the OCSWMD. For more information, call the OCSWMD at 815-732-4020, or visit www.oglecounty.org, or Facebook @ “Ogle County Solid Waste Management Dept.”

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Garden club, FFA plan plant sale Preparations are underway for an opportunity for gardeners to purchase from a wide selection of plants in one location. The Polo Women’s Club is combining efforts with the Polo High School FFA and ag classes to hold their annual plant sales together during the Polo AllTown Garage Sales on Saturday, April 28 at 8 a.m. at Polo High

River in Wisconsin and Illinois,” said Steve Rypkema, Director of the OCSWMD. “Planting native trees that benefit wildlife and the Rock River watershed is a great Earth Day & Arbor Day activity, and it will provide benefits for generations to come.” Participants at this Earth Day Recycling Event will also receive a free reusable cloth shopping bag. Additional “green bags” will be available for purchase for $1 each or six for $5, and are an effective way to reduce waste from paper or plastic shopping

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National Telecommunicator Appreciation Week April 8-14

Sandy Beitel

Susan Steeves

Mary DeHaan

Lori Jasper

Lisa Bloom

Brian Symons

Torri Nichols

Brittany Carls

Darci McCarty

Jennifer Hoffman

Heather Butler

Senada Ajvazi

Robin Olszewski

Luisa Nambo

Cory Beck

Cassie Rogers

Sandy Sullivan

Telecommunicators are the first step for first responders Submitted by Sandra Beitel Ogle County 911 Coordinator In 1991, the United States Congress established the second full week of April as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week to recognize the vital link emergency telecommunicators serve as between the public and emergency responders. In Ogle County we have two Public Safety Answering Points, or PSAPs, that answer calls placed when assistance is needed. One located at the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office and the other at the Rochelle Police Department. The telecommunicators work 12 hour shifts, days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Often they miss family gatherings, birthday parties, sporting events, or other activities. They can get called to work at a very short notice or work extra. They have to report for work during storms. They deal with people during their worst time, they often become counselors, and sometimes just an ear to listen as the elderly person is lonely. The telecommunicators have many qualities in order to do their job. The telecommunicators are the true first responder as they answer the call for help. They are information gatherers, many times having to read between the lines. They must multi-task, as they talk, listen, type information into the computer, and talk with the responders in the field. It isn’t like on TV, it is never just one call at a time. They are emergency response coordinators. They dispatch multiple responders for many of the calls. They have to know where they are and at times have to anticipate what is going to be needed next. Telecommunicators are also lifesaving instructors. Many times they will give first aid instructions, CPR, or instructions on protecting the callers from harm.

During this week of April, please give thanks to the men and women that hold this career as they are true unseen angles amongst the darkness. Ogle County Sheriff’s Office Telecommunicators and their years of service: Sandy Beitel – 32 years Darci McCarty – 7 years Mary DeHaan – 19 years Brian Symons – 6 years Lisa Bloom – 15 years Jennifer Hoffman – 4 years Heather Butler – 11 years Brittany Carls – 3 years Susan Steeves – 10 years, Torri Nichols – 1 year Lori Jasper – 9 years. Rochelle Police Department: Sandy Sullivan – 22 years Luisa Nambo – 14 years Cory Beck – 13 years Rob Olszewski – 10 years Cassie Rogers – 5 years Trevor Owen – 2 years, Senada Ajvazi – 1 year.

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Dispatcher Poem: Who Am I? I am the voice that calms the mother breathing life into her infant son. I am the invisible hand that holds and comforts the elderly man who woke up and found his wife of 50 years had passed away during the night. I am the friend who talks the disgruntled teenager out of ending her own life. I sent help when you had your first automobile accident. I am the one who tries to obtain the information from callers to ensure that the scene is safe for those I dispatch to emergencies - all the while anticipating the worst and hoping for the best. I am the psychologist who readily adapts by language and tone of voice to serve the needs of my callers with compassion and understanding. I am the ears that listen to the needs of all those I serve. I have heard the screams of faceless people I will never meet nor forget. I have cried at the atrocities of mankind and rejoiced at the miracle of life. I was there, though unseen, by my comrades in the field during the most trying emergencies. I have tried to visualize the scene to coincide with the voices I have heard. I am usually not privy to the outcome of the call, and so I wonder... I am the one who works weekends, strange shifts and holidays. Children do not say they want my job when they grow up. Yet, I am at this vocation by choice. Those I help do not call back to say thank you. Still, there is comfort in the challenge, integrity and the purpose of my employment. I am thankful to provide such a meaningful service. I am a mother, a father, sister, brother, son or a daughter. I am here when you need me and still here when you don’t. My office is never empty, and the work here is never done. I am always on call. The training is strenuous, demanding and endless. No two days at work are ever the same. Who Am I? I am an emergency dispatcher and I am proud. Author Unknown

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Editor’s Note: The content and photo were provided by HOPE and the other agencies involved to bring awareness to April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month and April 8-15 as National Crime Victims Rights Week.

HOPE of Ogle County: Providing Services to Adults, Teens, Children April - Child Abuse Prevention Month, offers an opportunity to provide the community with information about HOPE’s services to children who experience domestic violence in their home and who are the young victims of abuse from trusted people. Twenty-five percent of children are exposed to some form of family violence over their entire childhood (0-17 years). Children who experience abuse are at higher risk to develop behavioral or emotional difficulties such as withdrawal, aggression, depression, anxiety, and various physical complaints. Another major concern is that children in domestic abuse situations do not have tools to recognize red flags of unhealthy relationships. Children witnessing violence in their home is the strongest risk factor of carrying

on abusive or subservient behaviors. Children may also struggle with trust issues, communication barriers, unhealthy relationships, self-esteem issues, poor concentration, learning barriers, and much more. These issues can disrupt children’s trust and disrupt their safe place. HOPE’s Children Counselors are equipped to recognize and be flexible to each person’s needs and provide tailored services to each child and teen who has experienced abuse. Counseling and ageappropriate activities offered to children allow them to

learn to explore, identify, and find healthy ways to express their emotions and fears while in a safe and supportive environment. We guide children and families in building their support network as they develop their confidence and use the learned skills. We also focus on educating children and families about the dynamics of safe and healthy relationships, and help create individual and family safety planning. Children’s counseling services are now available during the daytime and evenings in both Rochelle and Oregon. Domestic abuse is about power and control; abusive partners and family members often use multiple types of abuse to strip victims of their sense of self. Other non-physical abusive tactics include intimidation, emotional abuse, economic

If you or someone you know is involved in an abusive relationship, please call HOPE’s 24-hour agency for support and information at 815-562-8890. abuse, isolation, coercion and threats. Pushing, grabbing, restraining, pulling hair, punching, strangulation, sexual abuse, and biting are forms of physical abuse. The specialized support HOPE offers helps to empower while providing tools to

increase their safety. If you or someone you know is involved in an abusive relationship, please call the 24 hour agency for support and information at 815-562-8890. HOPE of Ogle County offers 24 hour access emergency shelter, individual and support group counseling, and court

advocacy to assist with orders of protection. There is no cost to these services. Prevention education and public education is also provided to area schools, service clubs, churches, and businesses. Services are also provided in Spanish.

CASA volunteers advocate for young victims in court CASA-15th Judicial Circuit is a nonprofit, volunteer organization that advocates for the best interests of abused and neglected children within the Juvenile Court system in Lee, Carroll and Ogle Counties. CASA is instrumental in fulfilling society’s most fundamental obligation by making sure a qualified, compassionate adult will protect and fight for a child’s right to be safe, to be treated with dignity and respect and to learn and grow in the safe embrace of a loving family. Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem (CASA/GAL) volunteers are ordinary people doing extraordinary things to serve children in our abuse and neglect courts each year. Our CASA volunteers are everyday citizens appointed by judges to advocate for the safety and well-being of children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect. They stand up for our children and make a difference one child at a time.

What does it take to be a CASA? Commitment to children, objectivity, responsibility, communication skills, the ability to talk with different kinds of people, some of whom will be wrestling with difficult problems, about 8-15 hours a month, must be 21 years of age or older. No special experience is required. CASA volunteers come from all professions, educational backgrounds and ethnic backgrounds. Once accepted, volunteers are trained in courtroom procedure, social services, the juvenile justice system and the special needs of children who have been abused and neglected. For more information on becoming a CASA Volunteer please call 815-288-1901, email casadirector@casa15. comcastbiz.net, visit our website at www.casaleecarroll. com or find us on Facebook.

Agency representatives pose in front of the display of agency information and Child and Adult artwork at the Ogle County Judicial Center. Pictured, left to right, are: Michelle Pauley/Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling; Katherine Kalina/LSSI; Ruth Carter/HOPE of Ogle County; and Mary Jo Griffin/CASA. Photo supplied

Shining Star transforms abuse victims into survivors

One in four girls and one in six boys will be sexually abused by the age of 18. More than five children die every day as a result of child abuse. Our mission at Shining Star Children’s Advocacy Center is to transform victims of child sexual abuse and serious physical abuse into survivors. This mission is achievable through the early identification of child victims, by holding offenders accountable, providing victims and families with competent advocacy and counseling services. Each year, Shining Star Children’s Advocacy Center serves more than 150 children from Lee and Ogle Counties. The CAC, located in Commerce Towers in Dixon, provides a coordinated multiagency approach and prompt response Everyone can make a to child abuse investigations by bringing difference for kids in the together specially trained team members community. from the CAC, law enforcement, Volunteers and participants are needed, and Youth WORKS is looking for individuals to help. Whether you are a parent, student or a resident, everyone can take part in the activities that Youth WORKS will be Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling planning. provides free, confidential services for To find out more information survivors of sexual assault and abuse and on the Youth WORKS program their significant others. Services include or if you would like to serve individual and group counseling, medical on a committee, please contact advocacy, legal advocacy, and prevention Katie Kalina with Lutheran education. Social Services of Illinois at We can also provide professional training 815-284-7796 Ext. 4160. to agencies, schools and businesses

Youth WORKS of Ogle County: provides services to youth from ages 11 to 24 In the 2016 Illinois Youth Survey, 48 percent of Ogle County eighth graders said they had experienced one or more types of bullying in the last year; 10 percent of high school sophomores reported they have experienced physical aggression from a dating partner. Youth WORKS (Wellness, Opportunity, and Resources for Key Services) is a program of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois created to address needs of youth in Ogle County pertaining to violence, delinquency, and access to services. LSSI believes that prevention plays an important role in keeping youth safe and healthy. Services offered by Youth WORKS include distribution of the Youth Resource Guide, presentations on violence prevention, family forums, and email newsletters.

Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), prosecution offices, and medical and mental health field. The Shining Star program reduces the number of times children are subjected to interviews- significantly minimizing emotional trauma to children and their families. Further, this team approach facilitates victim recovery and can strengthen the chance for successful criminal prosecution through improved investigations. Support to the victim and family

continue after the interview process through criminal justice advocacy, support groups, and counseling services. Each year Shining Star Children’s Advocacy Center holds the Champion for Children Walk to allow the communities of Ogle and Lee County to show their support in the fight against child abuse. This year hundreds of walkers will gather on June 2 at Lowell Park in Dixon for the 10th annual Champions for Children Walk. The walk theme is Super Heros, because every child deserves a hero. Participants can dress up as their favorite super hero and join the walk. To learn more about participating in the walk or how you or your organization can support Shining Star CAC please visit our website at www.shiningstarcac.org or call us at 815-284-1891.

Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling offers free services for survivors

Youth WORKS is a interested in some aspect of sexual assault program funded by the Illinois education and prevention. Rockford Sexual Assault’s mission Department of Human Services. involves advocacy and counseling for survivors of sexual violence and educating children and the general public with the goal of reducing the risk of victimization. If you or someone you know has been

raped or sexually abused, remember it is not your fault. You can contact a rape crisis center about the abuse, 24-hours a day, at 815636-9811. An advocate will talk with you and answer questions. An advocate can meet you at the hospital, police station and/or court appointments. For your health, it is important to get

medical attention after an assault, and this is also the time that evidence will be collected. It is up to the survivor whether or not to report the crime to the police. We understand transportation can be an issue. The Ogle County office is in Oregon and children can be seen at school. Please stop by our informational table at the Ogle County Courthouse to gain more information or call the Oregon office at 815-732-0000 located at 412 W. Washington St., Oregon. We thank everyone in the community for their support.

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Forreston beats Du-Pec 2-1 after impromptu week off

After a week’s worth of cancellations from abnormal weather, Forreston won a cold and close one against Du-Pec Tuesday night. The Cardinals trailed 0-1 going into the bottom of the seventh inning, but a combination of errors, walks, a hit-by-pitch, and a walk-off wild pitch ended the game 2-1 in Forreston’s favor. Above, left: Jaron Groshans makes contact against Du-Pec in the bottom of the third inning. Above, right:, Josh Flick (9) pitches against Du-Pec in the top of the third inning. Photos by Zach Arbogast.

Some hesitancy from schools to jump to 8-man football By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com

Morgan Kuelling makes the play at first base to end the second inning against Durand Tuesday night. Forreston lost 4-1. Photo by Zach Arbogast.

When Polo announced its intention of starting 8-man football in 2019, reverberations were felt all around the NUIC, especially in the Upstate division. If one of the traditionally strong programs in the conference could make such a bold move, would others follow suit? Right now, there appears to be a hesitancy to make the change from 11-man to 8-man football, even with Polo blazing a trail for it, and many programs having experienced low numbers. “Credit to Polo for making

a stance on this,” AFC athletic director Traci Gittleson said. “They have done their research, and it’s a good thing for them. The conference has talked about this quite a bit.” Besides stimulating chatter among league athletic directors, many an NUIC school has done their own fact-finding on the suddenly hot topic of 8-man football. “At AFC, we’ve had conversations,” Gittleson said. “Our numbers at the fresh-soph level are low, but we should be OK after that.” Milledgeville, Polo’s biggest rival and a long-ago candidate for a co-op with the Marcos, is no stranger to shortages of varsity players. However, the

Missiles are not ready to give up 11-man ball, especially with recent success and adequate size of upcoming classes. “We’re OK for next year, and our freshmen and eighth grade have decent numbers,” Milledgeville AD John Nesemeier said. “Down the road, we might look into it. Honestly, I think the IHSA will eventually approve 8-man.” Freeport Aquin’s Berin Jackson had similar thoughts. With small numbers, the Bulldogs have fostered a culture of quality over quantity to win games. “As far as right now, we are not interested in 8-man,” the Aquin AD said. “With a large Turn To B2

Bothe inducted into coaches association’s hall of fame Hawk coach was one of 17 to receive honor By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Former Oregon football coach John Bothe has been honored by the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association with induction into its Hall-of-Fame. Bothe was one of 17 HOF recipients at the IHSFCA’s annual banquet held on Saturday at Champaign. “The induction ceremony is very well done but the IHSFCA,” Bothe said. “They handle it in a first class manner and it was an honor to be a part of it and great to see the other coaches. It was an amazing group to be around. I had a chance to see several other coaching friends, college teammates, and former coaches also.” Career Begins in 1993 Bothe began his coaching career in 1993 at AFC. He was at LaSalle-Peru from 1995-97, before taking the head position at Oregon. He compiled a 11285 record for the Hawks in 19 seasons and sent 12 teams to the playoffs, including a state runner-up in 2000. “The thing that sticks out them most is when a group came together as a true team,” Bothe said. “The players have been special. No question about it. The attitude and desire they have played with over the years has been an inspiration to many. “There were times I watched from the sidelines and was amazed at how far a group had

come and how well they were playing. This has all been a testament to them.” Bothe has local roots, growing up and playing for Amboy, before becoming an All-American center at Augustana College. Family remains dear to him and he is grateful for their involvement. “Every coach needs a support system to survive and the people I was around were the absolute best,” Bothe said. “My parents were always supportive of our athletic endeavors without being overbearing about it. They have always attended events and passed on a work ethic and care for what you do. You can’t really ask for any more than that. “You cannot believe some of the places they have been over the years to watch their kids games. My mom gets a chance to watch her grandkids compete now,” he said. Sadly, Bothe’s father passed away at an Oregon-Addison Driscoll playoff game in 1999. It was an emotional time for both the Oregon football community and the Bothe family. Through it all, Bothe had the support he needed, especially from his wife Michelle. “Michelle is the best coach’s wife you could ever imagine,” Bothe said. “But more importantly, she is her own person and keeps coaching in perspective. “She grew up in a coaching family and understood the lifestyle from day one. Some wives sacrifice all for the sport and end up losing their own interests and lifestyle. Or they get caught up in all the drama and lack of perspective that comes with the sport. Michelle has always kept her own life

and personality.” Without the demands of being a head coach, Bothe now has more time to take part in his own children’s sports activities. “I think when they were young, they developed a real camaraderie with the coaches families and have gotten a lot of enjoyment out of,” Bothe said. “Now it is their turn to compete and it is great for me to be part of that.” Quick to Credit Others With his induction into the HOF, Bothe is quick to credit others. “Our coaches and support staff have always been the best,” he said. “The assistant coaches have been the number one key to all of the success

that we have had. No question about it, they have been far more valuable to the players and each other then I could even have been. “They have been great on the field as coaches but also have been great with the players on a personal basis. I could write a book on all the positive things our coaches and staff has done for our program.” Compared to the machobravado of many a head football coach, Bothe’s sideline demeanor was more befitting of a Boy Scout. He saw his role with the program as no greater than anyone else connected to it. “There has been a support staff over the years that has taken care of stats, filming, chain crew, and all the things

that go into game night,” Bothe said. “Those people have been great also. Parent support has always been a positive here at Oregon and you can’t say that about every school or program. I was very fortunate there.” Bothe still helps out with the program and stands ready to assist his replacement, Nick Schneiderman, in any way possible. With more than 30 years of experience as a player and coach, he has also seen a major change in how football is viewed by the general public. “Football is paying for the excesses of the past decades,” Bothe said. “Too much practice time, too much contact, too much summer stuff over the years, kids starting to play before being emotionally ready - all has come to a head

John Bothe talks to his players during a time out during the 2016 football season. Photo by Earleen Hinton

in the last few years and fewer kids want to do it. Now head trauma is out front as an issue also and that needs serious consideration.” At the same time, Bothe feels football is in a good spot. “The positive is that the game is safer now than I have ever seen it,” he said. “Equipment is better and we are more aware of the health issues and how to minimize them as much as possible. Policies have been put in place to make it as safe as possible.” Football’s Future? Where does he see high school football headed and what needs to be done for a program to be successful? “Schools and communities that still want football programs and the benefits that come with them can still have them,” Bothe said. “They may need to adapt (8 man teams, co-ops) but they can still have them. Coaches will need to work to get kids interested in football but more importantly take care of the ones already in their programs. “Treat them with respect, coach them well, demand excellence, but also be moderate about practice length, summer stuff, contact, and those types of things.” Bothe will continue to teach at Oregon High School and stay connected to the football team. After stepping down as head coach, there are many chores he is relieved to be done with. “Everything is more now,” Bothe said. “More media, more fundraising, more tests and requirements for coaches. It takes away from the on field coaching and fun if you let it.”

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Several schools not ready to talk 8-man football yet From B1 crop of freshmen and eighth graders, we’ll be good for a few years. Where we’ll struggle is sixth grade (four boys) and lower. When that group comes up, I’m not sure where we’ll be with football.” River Ridge, with 40 fewer students than Polo, has only won five games in 4 years, and would appear to be a prime candidate for 8-man. But there is fear of the unknown. “We have talked about and looked into 8-man,” River Ridge AD Shean Albrecht said. “But, until a few more teams develop, we are going to continue 11-man.” Another inhibiting factor is the IHSA not recognizing 8-man football as an official sport. “Without having a

postseason, schools are a little nervous,” Gittleson said. Orangeville and its enrollment of 101 was the smallest school by 64 students to make the playoffs. The Broncos also have state championship (1989) to their name, and a strong sense of community pride. But Polo also has a longtime heritage on the gridiron. Bucking the odds, Orangeville will play 11man football as long as they continue to field a team, according to AD William Guy. The only school in the Upstate division with a larger enrollment than Polo is perennial power Stockton, and the Blackhawks are the least likely candidate to make the switch.

What about programs that have previously been part of a co-op because of low numbers? Would 8-man football be enough of an enticement to go it alone? Not for EPC or PecatonicaDurand. Both plan to keep their co-ops as Northwest division members. “We haven’t even discussed [8-man],” Pecatonica AD Kevin Kunkel said. It wasn’t too long ago that Pecatonica had to forfeit a number of games because of not being able to field a varsity team. Two years ago after an 0-9 season, they opted for the co-op with Durand. Though Eastland would be 1A without a co-op and likely slotted into the less competitive Upstate division, AD Scott Hartman said

they are satisfied with their arrangement with Pearl City. Football programs with larger numbers, such as Forreston, will still be affected by Polo’s move to 8-man. That, along with Warren’s decision to co-op with a Wisconsin school, will set the NUIC into a different scheduling arrangement in 2019. It will leave nine Northwest division teams and six on the Upstate side. “There’s still so many questions,” Forreston AD Kyle Zick said. “How do you

handle realignment? What are the options?” With 40-50 kids playing football, Forreston is an exception to the number problems plaguing not just the NUIC, but small schools all over the state. “We’re lucky,” Zick said. “But, what about 10 years from now? We don’t know what the future will bring.” Amboy-LaMoille made the move from the Three Rivers to the NUIC because of a decreasing enrollment. After back-to-back 3-6 campaigns in the NUIC, Amboy is down

to a 216 enrollment. A cause for alarm? “We have talked about [8-man], but no serious conversations yet,” Amboy AD George Schwamberger said. “We are keeping a close eye on how it is developing, and our numbers in the upcoming years.” For now, it appears as though Polo will be the lone pioneer from the NUIC to pursue 8-man football. But, in the face of declining participation levels for highschool football, don’t expect that to always be the case.

Infinity Run is set for April 28 The Infinity Run event, held in memory of Maggie and Amos Meyer by the Maggie & Amos Foundation, has been set for Saturday, April 28 at Chana Education Center in Chana with activities starting at 3 p.m. The event will include a chiptimed 5k, a family fun 1 mile run/walk, a pork chop sandwich and hot dog dinner, kid’s fun zone with inflatables, a 50/50 raffle, and silent auction. The Maggie & Amos Foundation was created following the deaths of Maggie and Amos Meyer in their home on Oct. 19, 2016. The goals of the foundation include helping to support educational grants for local

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teachers for classroom projects and libraries, and scholarships to support undergraduate and graduate students going into the field of special education. To date, more than $4,000

has been distributed to area classrooms and teachers in Ogle County, as well as to support STEM activities at the Mt. Morris Public Library. A $2,000 award was recently given to a Northern Illinois University student receiving a degree in special education. Both paper and online registration is available Polo running back Alex Davies powers through a tackle in the fourth quarter of a commanding and can be accessed at the 55-6 victory over the Metro-East Lutheran Knights on Sept. 15. Photo by Zach Arbogast event website: http://www. infinityrun.itsyourrace.com. More information can be found on the Foundation’s Activities for Wednesday - HSBB Varsity p.m.; HSGT at Byron Invite, Facebook page under: The April 16-21 at West Carroll, 4:30 p.m.; 4:15 p.m. Maggie & Amos Foundation. HSBB Fresh-Soph (H) vs. For more information call Monday FFA Section 1 West Carroll, 4:30 p.m.; HSSB Friday - HSBT at Rock Falls 815-732-4664 and ask for a Ag Mechanics CDE, 4 p.m.; at West Carroll, 4:30 p.m. Invite, 4 p.m. member of the race committee. HSBT (H), 4 p.m.; JH Track at Saturday - HSSB Varsity (H) Meridian, 4 p.m. Thursday - JH Track vs. Oregon, 10 a.m.; HSSB Tuesday - HSGT (H) (H), 4 p.m.; HSBB (H) vs. Junior Varsity at Oregon, Benson Invite, 4 p.m.; HSBB Milledgeville, 4:30 p.m.; 10 a.m.; HSBB Varsity (H) at Milledgeville, 4 p.m.; HSSB (H) vs. Milledgeville, vs. Oregon, 10 a.m.; HSBB Anyone who is not a member HSSB at Milledgeville, 4 p.m. 4:30 p.m.; HSBT at Amboy, 4 Fresh-Soph at Oregon, 10 a.m. and is thinking about joining, come out and meet the crew. Snacks and beverages will be served by the club house Activities for Tuesday – Girls Track at Softball & Baseball vs. AFC at staff. April 16-21 Forreston, 4 p.m.; Softball & Polo, 4:30 p.m. After the cleaning is done, Monday – Boys Track Baseball at AFC, 4:30 p.m. Friday – Boys Track at maybe you’ll want to plan to Meet at Forreston, 4 p.m.; Boys Track Rock Falls, 4 p.m.; Softball at Thursday – play nine or 18. The golf course has Aplington Track at Stillman, at Amboy, 4 p.m.; Girls Track Pecatonica, 4:30 p.m. Saturday – Aplington Track anew e-mail address: 4 p.m.; Softball & Baseball at at Byron, 4:15 p.m.; Aplington Track at Forreston, 4 p.m.; at Amboy, TBA sunsetgolfcourse@yahoo.com. Eastland, 4 p.m.

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Sunset clean-up set for April 14 Weather permitting Sunset Golf Course has scheduled its seventh annual Sunset clean-up date and welcome for Saturday, April 14 at 9 a.m. The forecast looks favorable and the staff of greenskeepers as well as, club house personnel, want to catch up from a tough spring start to the golf season. The annual clean-up day has

become a great day to come out and meet old members and welcome new members and guests. Volunteers do various clean-up projects, including tree trimming, golf cart shed cleaning, clearing rubbish, and more. Plan to join in for the day or whatever time you have available.

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Sports Column Youth sports industry booming By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Every so often, I conjure up money-making schemes after the fact that would have made me a millionaire. Maybe you’ve also played the what-if game.

Yes, I know my focus needs to be on spiritual matters first and foremost for provision, but it’s hard not to occasionally dream visions of grandeur. Here’s one such idea that may have sounded crazy 3040 years ago, but sells like wildfire today. And, that is the facilitation of youth sporting opportunities outside of what school districts provide. Let’s say I would have had the foresight to purchase a bunch of land out in the country outside of Oregon

back in the 1980s. On it, would be built a multitude of soccer, baseball and softball fields, along with an indoor complex of basketball and volleyball courts. Its sole purpose would be to satisfy an insatiable urge for club sports and travel ball. For added revenue, lodging and dining facilities could be constructed. Mom, dad, son, daughter, grandma and grandpa all need a place to stay and eat. Maybe add a water park for additional recreating.

Youth sports have become a big part of a family’s budget, with thousands of dollars being spent for travel expenses. If the Andy Colbert Youth Sporting Complex would have been up and running, not only would it provide plenty of jobs and tax revenue, it would be a goldmine for its owner. Believe me, there is a huge demand for this and communities all over the country have attempted to capitalize on it, with Rockford

being an example. They’ve seen the tourism dollars it brings in and have put up plenty of sports fields and an elaborate indoor complex. Compared to manufacturing plans and farming, it is a clean industry. Build it and whole families will come and deposit plenty of money in your community. For some of you old-timers who remember it being a luxury just to be able to play sports in high school, this cultural phenomenon may come as a surprise to you. There was a time when getting the crops in took precedence to being on a team. Indoor Practice Demands Here’s how crazy it has gotten. Because of demand for indoor practice and games, sports domes in the Chicago suburban area schedule youth softball and baseball all night long. That means until like 5-6 a.m. the next morning and says a lot about the priorities of today’s parents. Who would have thought anyone would have wanted to do softball and baseball indoors? Aren’t these supposed to be played in he summer? It’s not unusual for parents and their kids to drive hundreds of miles to tournaments or simply to practices. This is besides the extra fees to be on a team and the equipment needed. If only I would have understood the changing

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cultural mores of parents, the foresight to build a vast sports complex would have made me rich and famous and turned Oregon into the youth sporting capital of the Midwest. Not only are parents different, but sports are viewed differently. What was once a season-only affair has turned into a year-round obsession. AAU ball, club sports and traveling teams have become the antithesis of what highschool sports was set up for. In recent years, that dichotomy has caused conflict for school athletics. One thing that can’t be questioned, though, is the billion-dollar industry that youth sports have become. Maybe it is just as well that I didn’t have the business acumen to tap into it. There may have been a twinge of guilt over being part of the problem.

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Solid waste management department offers landscape waste tips With the warmer weather approaching, the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department offers these tips for dealing with yard cleanup projects and encourages people to compost what they can to divert materials from landfills. Landscape waste can be managed several ways around this spring. Leaves and thatched grass can be mulched back into the yard with a lawnmower.

Ground up leaves and grass act as fertilizer and are good for the lawn, plus doing this eliminates the need for open burning or bagging up these materials for pickup. In addition, small twigs, bark, grass clippings, and leaves can be composted with certain food wastes to create compost for your garden. In most cities and villages across Ogle County, waste haulers will begin regular

pickup of landscape waste soon. Check with the waste hauler, municipal government office, or the OCSWMD for more information about how to prepare landscape waste for collection schedules. Materials collected by waste haulers end up being composted and are returned to the economy as compost or mulch. The OCSWMD discourages the open burning of landscape waste, and many towns and

villages have outright bans or restrictions on this practice. For anyone who lives outside city or village limits, the open burning of landscape waste, generated from the property where the burning is occurring, is allowed under certain conditions. If you choose to burn landscape waste, be sure that the material is dry enough to burn quickly and not smolder. Also be sure the fire is at least

50 feet away from buildings or areas of land that may catch fire (crops, woodlots, or grasslands). Be mindful of the wind speed and direction, and avoid burning on windy days. Have a hose ready to control or extinguish the fire if necessary. Smoke generated from burning must not impair vision on roadways or create nuisance conditions for neighbors. Never leave a fire unattended,

and be sure to extinguish the fire completely when done burning. If a large volume of landscape waste or a field is to be burned, contact the local fire department prior to setting the fire so they know it is a controlled burn. Make sure the weather conditions are right for a safe burn. For more information on these topics or other call the 815-732-4020.

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for treatment of non life threatening injuries. Two juvenile passengers were uninjured. Deputies were assisted by Rochelle Police and Rochelle Fire.

Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following arrests. April 3 Tyrell Taylor, 29, East Moline, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Taylor posted $2,064 as a full cash bond and was released with no further court date needed. Charles McCoy, 66, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He was held on a $2,122 full cash bond pending an April 5 court appearance. April 4 At 1:10 p.m., the deputies and the Ashton Franklin Grove Ambulance responded to an

injury accident in the 7,000 block South Daysville Road involving a vehicle and a bicyclist. A black Dodge Avenger, driven by Anna Barnhart, 21, Ashton was northbound on Daysville Road when Barnhart’s passenger side mirror struck the left hand of the bicyclist, Jannusch Gutsche, while he was riding his bicycle northbound on Daysville Road. Gutsche was transported to KSB Hospital by Ashton Franklin Grove Ambulance with minor injuries. Barnhart was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Candy Taylor, 33, Peoria, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving

while license suspended. Taylor was issued a $3,000 recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on May 14. Fred Robinson, 37, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while license suspended. His bond was set at 3,000 (10%) pending a court appearance. Alex Davis, 26, Stillman Valley, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for domestic battery following the investigation of a domestic battery which occurred on the 8600 block of Kishwaukee Road on March 30. Davis was held in lieu of bond at the Ogle County Jail.

April 5 At approximately 9:30 a.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 12,000 block of West Penn Corner Road. As a result of that stop, Hillary A. Dysart, 31, Burlington North Carolina, was arrested for driving with a revoked driver’s license and on an outstanding Lee County warrant for failure to appear. Dysart was also issued citations for speeding and improper use of a registration. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail in lieu of bond. Rodney L. Martin, 22, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for speeding. Martin posted $3,000 (10%) as bond and is scheduled to appear in

Bradley Overcash, 26, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for two counts of failure to appear. Overcash’s bonds were set at $1,569 and $5,000 (10%) pending an April 6 court appearance. April 6 At approximately 3 a.m., deputies responded to a singlevehicle accident in the 17000 block of East Illinois 38. An investigation into the accident revealed a westbound vehicle being driven by Shakeda Jackson, 21, Rochelle, drove off the roadway and then struck a tree. Shakeda was transported to Rochelle Hospital by Rochelle EMS

Andrew Beam, 36, Oregon, was arrested at 5:02 p.m. for driving while license revoked following a traffic stop in the 700 block of East Washington Street in Oregon. He was transported to the ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Matevis L. Perez, 19, Rockford, was arrested at 5:32 p.m. for driving while license suspended and not having a valid driver’s license following Turn to B4

Byron Library News Family Art Start: Wire Beaded Sculptures Tuesday, April 17 6 to 7 p.m. Ages: For families Create a mobile or wall hanging using wire, beads, straws and more. Stamping Thursday, April 26 6 to 7:30 p.m. or Saturday, April 21 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Learn how to create beautiful handmade greeting cards, and other paper projects to give to your family and friends.

This popular class will boost your creative side using the art of rubber stamping. The prep work is done, so all you have to do is join us and get creative. Each month features different projects, so you won’t want to miss any of them. All materials are supplied. Chess Enthusiasts Saturday, April 21 1 to 4:30 p.m. Ages: 7 years and up Play chess with people of varied skill levels. Beginners are welcome to

come and learn how to play. Stamping for Kids Saturday, April 21 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages: 8 years and up Create handmade projects like greeting cards and other items made with paper to give to your family and friends. The prep work is done, so join us and boost your creative side. New theme each month. All materials are provided. Illinois I-Cash: Discover What’s Yours Today!

Monday, April 23 5 to 7 p.m. Discover what money is waiting for you! Bonnie Jefferson from the Illinois Treasurer’s office will be available to meet with you and search for money owed to you by connecting you through the Illinois I-Cash program. Appointments available; drop-ins welcome based on availability. Raised Garden Information Table With Larry Ermey, University of Illinois Extension

Master Gardener Thursday, April 26 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12:30-6 p.m. Master Gardener Larry Ermey will have all the details on how to build a wheelchair accessible raised garden container that can be reached from all four sides. These raised gardens are also useful for those living in apartments or rented houses who want a garden without digging up the lawn. Drop-ins welcome; no appointment or registration necessary.

Teen Volunteer Day Saturday, May 5 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 2 to 4 p.m. Ages: High School students only Help with basic library tasks such as cutting items for craft projects, straightening shelves, etc. Space is limited. Registration for this program begins on April 15. Call 815-234-5107 to register for programs and activities.

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Three fatal crashes in ISP Dist. 1 in March Illinois State Police District 1, which encompasses Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties, had three traffic crash fatalities in March. District 1 Commander Carl Heintz released the enforcement figures and activity for March. Troopers issued 515 citations, 458 written warnings, and made 19 criminal arrests during the month of March. Speeding accounted for 310 citations, 23 citations were issued for occupant restraint violations, and 27 citations

were issued for distracted driving violations. Troopers investigated 22 traffic crashes, assisted 110 motorists, and conducted 118 commercial vehicle inspections, six of which were placed out-of-service for safety reasons. Two arrests were made for driving under the influence. District 1, which encompasses Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties, had 3 traffic crash fatalities in March.

State Police Activity Illinois State Police Master Sergeant Michael Kuehl reported the following activities in District 1, headquartered in Sterling.

Snow Again?! Mother Nature placed about two inches of snow across Ogle County Sunday night. Most of the snow was gone by Monday afternoon. Warmer temperatures for forecast for later this week. Photo by Earleen Hinton

March 22 Naseem M. Salamah, 37, Rockford, was stopped for speeding at 7:10 p.m. on Interstate 39 northbound at milepost 103 in Ogle County

and charged with driving while license suspended. Salamah was released on an I-bond. March 24 Troopers were called to a vehicle in the ditch at 6:50 a.m. on Interstate 88 westbound at milepost 41. Omar Almanza, 29, Moline, was arrested for driving under Turn to B5

Sheriff Arrests From B3 a traffic stop at I-39 and Ill. 64. Perez was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Melissa Wilson, 38, Oglesby, was arrested at 9:26 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop at I-39 and Ill. 38. Also arrested was Joshua Wilson, 19, Oglesby, for possession of cannabis with the intent to deliver. Both were transported to the Ogle County Jail. Melissa was released after posting bond and Joshua was held without bond. Deputies were assisted by the Rochelle Police K9 unit. Brandon Reints, 36, Mt. Morris, was arrested at 4:39 p.m. for driving while license

suspended and not having a valid driver’s license following a traffic stop in the 6,000 block of North Mt. Morris Road. Reints was also issued a citation for operating an uninsured vehicle. Reints was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. April 7 Tavaris McDonald, 28, Rockford, was arrested at 6:36 a.m. for speeding, 2635 mph over the posted limit. McDonald was also cited for possession of cannabis/less than 10grams. McDonald was released at the scene on an I-bond. Timothy S. Anderson, 22, Chicago, was arrested at 3:18 p.m. for speeding, 2635 mph over the posted limit

and unlawful possession of cannabis/10-30 grams following a traffic stop on I-39 near mile marker 108. Roc J. Bell, 25, Rockford, was arrested at 6:21 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop on I-39 at mile marker 104. Bell was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Aliriandro Ramirez, 47, Pearl City, was arrested for driving without a valid license following a traffic stop on I-39 at mile maker 101. Ramirez was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. At 6:21 p.m., deputies along with Monroe Center Fire/EMS responded to a one-vehicle

rollover crash in the 15,000 block of East Big Mound Road. After an investigation, it was determined that Jacob Grover, 29, Chana, had driven his truck into the south ditch, causing the vehicle to roll over onto the roadway, and coming to rest on the north side of the roadway in the creek. Grover was ejected from the vehicle before the vehicle entered the creek. He was transported to Swedish American Hospital for non-life threatening injuries. Grover was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol, along with several traffic citations and was released on a $3,000 I-bond. April 8 Brittany Andrea Elise Brown, 31, Lesueur, Minnesota, was arrested at 5:15 p.m. for driving

while license suspended following a traffic stop at mile marker 104. Brown was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Brooke Lozano, 27, Oregon, was arrested on a warrant for domestic battery. Lozano was issued a $3,000 (10%) bond pending an April 9 court appearance. Jose M. Parra, 20, Rockford, was arrested on a warrant for speeding. He posted $1,500 bond and will appear in court on a later date. Sonny Taylor, 42, Chadwick, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Sonny posted $187 as a purge bond and was released with no further court date needed.

Jose Menchaca M. JR, 39, Rock Falls, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. His bond was set at $984 pending a court appearance. Brody Stone, 19, Oregon, was arrested for on a warrant for violation of bail and violation of order of protection. He was held on bond pending a court appearance. Joshua Schier, 41, Polo, was arrested for theft. Schier’s bond was set at $5,000 (10%) pending an April 10 court appearance. April 10 Victoria Dove El, 18, Coralville, Iowa was arrested for driving while license suspended. Dove El was held in lieu of bond at the Ogle County Jail.

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. March 29 William Mattingly and Vicki Mattingly, warranty deed to Francis Eaton and F. JoAnn Eaton as trustees of the Edward and F. JoAnn Eaton Trust, 2834 E. Orchid Lane, OregonNashua Township, $267,500. Mitchell Jon Semple and Brittney Faustine Semple, warranty deed to Mujedin Luma and Hadije Luma,

1057 N. Shadow Wood Drive, Byron, $169,500. Cathy L. Dzik, warranty deed to Craig J. Oltmans, 1182 W. Second St., Byron, $140,900. Bradley T. Gray and Laura L. Bearrows, warranty deed to Stanley Joe Bennett, 312 S. Oaks St., Stillman Valley, $85,500. Jeffrey J. Pearson and Mary Woolf Pearson, warranty deed to Mary Woolf Pearson, 3959 E. Mockingbird Lane, Byron. April 2 Brian D. Kaskavage and Stephanie J. Kaskavage, warranty deed to Stacy Nemec, 810 E. Old Wagon Rd., Rockvale Township, $320,000.

Aaron J. Kleinmaier, warranty deed to Gail Goodwin and Linda Goodwin, 907 Clay St., Oregon, $108,000. Sandra R. Suslek, warranty deed to Gary Greenfield and Lori Greenfield, 281 Parkview Drive, Oregon, $165,000. Stephen R. Brass and Andria C. Brass, warranty deed to Thomas P. Becker, 6721 N. Alpine Drive, Marion Township, $221,000. Messenger Auto Inc., warranty deed to Beck Garren, 108 N. McKendrie St., Mt. Morris, $112,000. William Oran Medlock, quit claim to Anita M. Medlock, 205 N. Lakeside Drive Lots 16 & 17, Taylor Township.

April 4 Chelsie Boyer, 27, Oregon, possession of a controlled substance, criminal damage to property, attempting to defraud a drug screening test, preliminary hearing April 11. Dustin Marx, 25, Davis Junction, pleaded guilty to unlawful restraint. Judge Clayton Lindsey sentenced him to 144 days jail, with 44 days served and 100 days stayed until April 3, 2019, and 18 months probation. He was also ordered to submit to DNA testing and random drug testing, cooperate with and satisfactorily complete domestic violence intervention program and psychological or substance abuse assessments

as recommended, and pay fines and costs totaling $1,802. A count of domestic battery was dismissed pursuant to a plea agreement. Charlie Nicholson, 61, Aurora, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, driving while license revoked, pretrial conference April 23. Tony James Vencato, 28, Michigan, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, possession of a controlled substance, driving under the influence of alcohol, possession of a hypodermic needle,possession of drug paraphernalia. pretrial conference April 23. Aaron Shaward, 46, Sterling, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, driving while license revoked,

Harold L. Gray and Glenda L. Gray, warranty deed to Nathan Stinnett, 314 7 316 Vermillion Lane, Taylor Township, $2,997.73. Matthew B. Simonsen and Andrea A. Simonsen, warranty deed to Advanced Disposal Services Orchard Hills Landfill, Inc., 7402 N. Ill Rt. 251, Scott Township, $475,000. United States of America and the United States of America Department of Agriculture, quit claim to Darol W. Morris 401K Trust, 207 E. Main St., Mt. Morris.

Matthew Richards and Laura Richards, 403 Des Moines Lane, Taylor Township. April 3 Bradley W. Sasse and Debra V. Sasse, warranty deed to James Normoyle and Melissa Normoyle, North Kylewood Drive, Marion Township, $34,000. April 4 Ted A. Martin and Tiffany Martin, warranty deed to Mark Osborn, 6834 N. Friday Road, Rockvale Township, $159,900. Kyle McGuire, warranty deed to Jeff Myers, 802 Fieldcrest Drive, Byron, $155,000.

Denis L. Bowron and Nancy L. Bowron, quit claim to

Jason W. Mizner and Carla M. Mizner, warranty deed to Jamey D. MacQueen Jr. and Lelia I. MacQueen, 1439 Rock Island Road, Davis Junction, $180,000.

Ogle County Planning and Zoning Administrator Deshun Owens, 22, Lisle, Michael Reibel reports that forgery, pretrial conference the following certificates were issued in March. April 23.

Michael and Camille Williams, Section 2, Dement Township, home occupation home share lodging establishment.

April 6 Theodore Kwialkowski, Louis Cook, 40, Oregon, Section 6, Oregon-Nashua possession of a controlled township, agricultural building substance, preliminary hearing with lean to. May 2. SAC Wireless, Section 20, Shane Brogan, 22, Rockford, Byron Township, replacing domestic battery, criminal antennas on existing trespass to a residence, telecommunications facility, aggravated assault, failed to $40,000. appear, arrest warrant remains in force. William and Nancy Messenger, Section 3, OregonDavid Coil, 30, Rochelle, Nashua Township, remove possession of a controlled portion of dwelling and substance, preliminary hearing construct two-story addition. April 11.

John Voiles, Section 8, Taylor Township, remove dock and construct dock.

State’s Attorney Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric D. Morrow reported the following court activity.

Anita M. Medlock and Wesley L. Hougsted, warranty deed to Gordon C. Gabelmann, 205 N. Lakeside Drive, Taylor Township, $218,500.

preliminary hearing April 18. Brody Stone, 18, Oregon, aggravated domestic battery, aggravated battery, status hearing April 23.

Sean Adams Custom Carpentry, Inc., warranty deed to Jonathan J. Bargren as trustee of the Caroline F. Bargren revocable trust, 1652 Warrenton Court, Byron, $189,900. Adam Thomas Tobler and Sierra Elizabeth Nash, quit claim to Adam Thomas Tobler, 304 Wolf Den Circle, Davis Junction, $25,000. Kristine Marie Tesnow and Mark Millikan, quit claim to Kristine Marie Tesnow, 6107 E. McGregor Road, Byron. Donna M. Coyne, quit claim to Kevin K. Coyne and Deborah J. Powless, 417 N. Mineral St., Byron. K & B Transportation, Inc., warranty deed to Rochelle Property LLC, 8834 S. Ill Rt. 251, Flagg Township, $947,154.

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Andrew Bush, Section 33, Rockvale Township, addition to attached garage. Randall Swalve, Section 6, Lincoln Township, remove granary building. Marta P. Robles-Murillo, Section 24, Leaf River Township, relocated residential accessory building and construct residential accessory

building. USCOC of Central Illinois, LLC, Section 20, Buffalo Township, replace guy wires on existing telecommunications facility, $60,000. Andy and Lisa Hinrichs, Section 10, Pine Creek Township, temporary use, lawn and garden tractor jamboree. Daniel Hoffman, Section 20, Forreston Township, recreational structure adjacent to recreational vehicle. Frank Eaton, Section 1, Oregon-Nashua Township, residential accessory building. Jeff and Kim Munson, Section 8, Taylor Township, above ground pool.

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Obituaries Kathryn M. Laskos Kathryn M. Tremble Laskos, 94, of Oregon, died on Thursday April 5, 2018 at Serenity Hospice Home, Oregon. She was born June on 18, 1923 in Osage, Iowa, the daughter of William O. and Adeline R. (McGrane) Markham. She graduated from Osage High School and later relocated to work for a dentist in Waukegan. While there, she also volunteered at the Great Lakes Naval Base to do her part for the war effort. It was there that she met Lester A. “Bud” Tremble. After he returned from overseas, they were married in October of 1946 in Osage, Iowa. They made their home in Oregon, and, along with caring for her family and assisting Bud at the Farrell Funeral Home, Kay was active with St. Mary Catholic Church, Catholic Daughters of America, Oregon Golf Club, and local bridge clubs. Bud died in 1963 and in 1973, she married Frank E. Laskos and moved to Hoffman Estates. In their retirement years, they enjoyed wintering in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, where they were the “social directors” of the complex. Parties, poolside gatherings, walks on the beach, and

Robert A. Gillick Robert (Bob) A. Gillick, 73, Oregon, died on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at home with his wife and son, who were his caregivers. He was born on March 25, 1945 in Chicago to Alvin P. Gillick, Jr. and Hallie Jean Boyd Gillick. He married Susan J. Savage in Forreston on July 25, 1970. At the time of their marriage, both were living in Peoria, and both worked at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. Bob worked as an orderly and the hospital created a new position of orderly supervisor and that was his position. The position was ended when Bob left the hospital for other places of employment. He worked for several years as an ambulance attendant at

shuffleboard tournaments were just part of the daily activities at Chateau By The Sea. They enjoyed many years as “snowbirds,” but for the past 10 years have been in Oregon. Frank died in 2012. Kay really loved nature, especially feeding and watching the birds. She also liked planting and taking care of her flowers. Kay’s family was the most important part of her life and she will be missed. Quoting Kay, “The best time to leave the party is when everyone is begging you to stay.” Survivors include her children, Mary (Bill) Davis, of Oregon, Mark (Kathi) Tremble, of Oregon, and Paula (Bob) Harley, of Elmhurst; grandchildren, Dana (Thomas) Ingram, Leanne (Paul) Barton, Beth (Will) Witzeman, Becca (Matt) Puett, Katie (Tim Lauersdorf) Tremble, the main ambulance company, leaving to become a Caterpillar Company employee where he worked until he had his first massive stroke at the age of 49. He was kept on disability at Caterpillar, until he retired at age 65. Bob lived in Chicago until age 9, and often spent Sunday mornings sitting on the steps of the neighborhood Lithiuanica Catholic church, listening to the Mass in Latin, and he enjoyed it. When he and Susan had their marriage blessed in the Catholic church, he converted and became a Roman Catholic, joining the Knights of Columbus in Pekin where they lived at the time. When they moved to East Peoria, he was one of the charter members when they formed the Monsignor Grysbowski

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Farrell (Matt) Cain, Jenny (J.K.) Kevil, Rob (Danielle) Harley, Sami (Ryan) Hopson, and Jeff Laskos; and greatgrandchildren, Tyler and Jordan Ingram, Sam, Abby, and Charlie Barton, Max and Mallory Witzeman, Gracelynn Puett, Madeline Cain, Braden and Reese Harley, Sydney, Paisley, and Kennedy Kevil, Paxton and Nash Harley, and Avery and Salix Hopson; stepsons, Ed (Sharon) Laskos and Larry (Theresa) Laskos; many nieces and nephews; and her loving and devoted caregiver, Nara. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Christopher Harley; sister, Jean Olson; and brothers, Glenn Markham and James Markham. Christian funeral mass was scheduled for Wednesday, April 11 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Oregon, with Father Joseph Naill officiating. Burial was at Riverview Cemetery. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone at the Serenity Hospice Home in Oregon for their compassionate and professional care given to Kay and her family.

Mary “Joyce” Franklin, 66, of Polo, died on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home, Sterling. Joyce was born on Jan. 2, 1952 in Evansville, Indiana, the daughter of Charles and Mary Jane (Lynch) Williams. She graduated from Mendota High School in 1970, then graduated from Illinois Valley Community College in 1972 from the nursing program. She worked for 34 years as a registered nurse in the obstetrics department at Mendota Community Hospital and then CGH Medical Center in Sterling on the surgical floor where she retired in 2015. Joyce always cherished the women she worked with.

Vincent P. Musso

Thomas; three brothers, Jim (Linda) Williams, David (Mary) Williams and Mark Williams; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her niece, Amanda Williams. A gathering of family and friends will be held Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home, 505 First Ave., Sterling. A memorial service will follow at noon at the funeral home with Reverend Christina Berry officiating. To send online condolences, visit: www. mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Rock River Hospice and Home.

She enjoyed painting and traveling but most of all, Joyce loved spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include two sons, Tony Franklin, of Mendota, and Andrew Franklin, of Polo; one daughter, Krista (Matt) Blum of Polo; five grandchildren, Kyle, Kayla, and Molly Blum, Brandon Franklin and Elana Franklin; two sisters, Judy Schell and Janet (Greg)

Musso, Rockton, Joseph (Sue) Musso, Pecatonica, Thomas (Cindy) Musso, Rockford, and Michael (Coco) Musso, Lakeland, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe V. and Mary E. Musso. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 21 at 2:30 p.m. at the Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home Chapel. A private burial will be held at Silver Creek Cemetery, Mt. Morris. Finch Funeral Home, 405 E. Hitt st., Mt. Morris, assisted the family with his services.

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Vincent Paul Musso, 79, Mt. Morris, died on Tuesday April 3, 2018 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris. Vincent was born on July 25, 1938 in Rockford, the son of Joe V. and Mary Evelyn (Epperson) Musso. He attended Whig Hill School in Rockford. Vincent married Myrna L. Coupar on Aug. 6, 1966 at Grace Methodist Church, Rockford. He was a maintenance custodian for the Rockford School District, Rockford. Prior to working at the school district he was a maintenance custodian for nursing homes and churches. Vincent also worked in

cement construction. Vince and Myrna owned various homes, which they remodeled and sold. Vince retired in August of 2000 after 47 years of employment. He lived in Ogle County for several years, many in Byron, but most recently he lived in Mt. Morris. He was a member of the Disciples United Methodist Church in Mt. Morris. Vince is survived by his wife, Myrna L. Musso, Leaf River; daughter, Sara (Daniel) Ginter, Elkhart; grandchildren, Mary (Jeff) Thormahlen, Jordan Ginter, Mykil Baker, and Mackenzie Baker; two great-grandchildren, Addison and Cooper Thormahlen; four brothers, Martin (Mary)

Council at St. Monica’s Church. He really enjoyed belonging to the “KCs”, helping with all the various events, even after his stroke. He continued with the KCs after moving to Oregon in 2003. Bob had a great sense of humor showing in his words and actions virtually every day of his life. He had a love of nonsense. He was a Cubs fan until after his stroke, then he became an avid Bears fan. He loved fishing although he rarely caught a fish. People would take pity on him and give him fish. He could not catch a fish at a pay-for lake, or even if he was in the same boat as someone else who was pulling in a great catch. He loved his wife and children with a passion and

they were his life. He was a hero to them and most of all the people who he met and became friends with, not just for his years as a combat medic in the Army, but for the ordinary things he did for his family and friends. If anyone needed anything, he was always there to help. In 1954, the family moved to Springfield, where Bob attended Lanphier High School until he entered the U. S. Army in 1962. He served as a Combat Medic for six years, with two tours in Korea and one year in Viet Nam, where he served his entire tour in the field, at his request. Bob earned his GED while in the Army and completed two years of college, while he was working at Caterpillar. He is survived by his wife,

Susan; sons, Kevin Gillick, East Peoria, Timothy (Emilie) Gillick, West Peoria, and Daniel Gillick, Oregon; brothers, Michael (Gloria) Gillick, Chatham, and Dale (Michelle) Gillick, Creve Coeur, Illinois; sisters, Sandra (Jim) Riba, Springfield, and Marcia (Verland) Richards, Peoria; special friend, Michelle (Ma-maw) Tortello; three grandsons, Asher Gillick and Nolan and Jonah Davis; 17 nieces and nephews; and many great nieces and nephews. Over the many years, Bob and his wife opened their home to so many young people who needed a home and unconditional love. He is also survived by many, many extended kids and grandkids, whom he loved as his own. He was preceded in death by

his parents; and his parents-inlaw, Leo and Jane Savage; his brothers-in-law, Brian Savage and William (Bill) S. Burd; one nephew, Paul Richards; and daughter-in-law, Alicia Gillick. The family wants to thank Marcie Gulley Zeigler, Peggy Ann Hayenga, Jacquline Matt, and Alka Bond, as well as all of those at Serenity House for their love, care and support in caring for Bob. Pop - The Man, The Myth, The Legend! A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials contributions may be directed to the family. Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon, is assisting the family. www. Visit farrellhollandgale.com to leave a condolence.

Heights, was stopped for speeding at 6:32 p.m. on Interstate 39 northbound at milepost 103 in Ogle County for speeding. Barnes was wanted on a Cook County warrant for aggravated battery. He was unable to post the $250,000 bond and was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

April 8 Robert T. Coine, 19, Oregon, was stopped for speeding at 1:30 a.m. on Ill.38 at Jones Road in Rochelle and charged with unlawful possession/ consumption of alcoholic liquor by a minor.

Memorials may be directed to Serenity Hospice and Home, 1658 S. Ill. 2, Oregon, IL 61061.

Immediately following the celebration of life there will be refreshments and fellowship in the solarium in Pinecrest Manor.

State Police Activity From B4 driving under the influence of alcohol, driving while license revoked, improper lane usage, illegal transportation of alcoholic, and wanted on warrant. Almanza was transported to the Whiteside County Jail. March 25 Tommy L. Porter III, 19, Sterling, was stopped after he disobeyed a police office and improper lane usage at 1:17 a.m. on U.S. 30 at Interstate 39 in Lee County and charged with driving while license suspended. Porter was released on an I-bond.

March 28 Cornelius A. Gates, 37, East St. Louis, was stopped for speeding at 3:08 p.m. on Interstate 39 northbound at milepost 110 in Ogle County and charged with driving while license suspended. Gates was released on an I-bond. March 30 Dominique S. Gashi, 20, Mendota, was stopped for speeding at 11:06 a.m. on U.S. 30 at Paw Paw Road in Lee County and charged with possession of cannabis (19 grams) and possession of drug paraphernalia. Gashi was transported to the Lee County

Jail. April 1 Ernest Appleyard, 60, Rock Falls, was stopped for improper lane usage at 1:18 a.m. on First Avenue at Ninth Street in Rock Falls and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and improper lane usage. Appleyard posted his driver’s license and was released on an I-bond. April 4 Ramiro H. Avila, 20, Rochelle, was stopped for expired registration at 4:15 p.m. on Ill. 251 at 10th Avenue in Rochelle and charged with driving while license suspended

and expired registration. Avila was released on an I-bond. Marcell R. Taylor, 38, Rockford, was stopped for speeding at 5:25 p.m. on I-39 northbound at milepost 99 in Ogle County and charged with driving while license suspended, speeding and improper display of license plates. Taylor was released on an I-bond. Ann Schaffer, Tabitha 23, Dixon, was stopped for speeding at 8:52 p.m. on Ill. 26 at Progress Drive in Lee County and charged with driving while license revoked and speeding. April 5 Abel D. Barnes, 35, Chicago

April 7 Dustin C. Teubert, 36, Janesville, Wisconsin, was stopped for speeding at 5:43 p.m. on Interstate 39 northbound at milepost 103 in Ogle County and charged with possession of hypodermic syringes. Teubert was released on an I-bond.

Gabrielle E. Passenger Russell, 18, Mt. Morris was also charged with unlawful possession/consumption of alcoholic liquor by a minor. Both subjects were released on I-bonds. All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Public Voice Park district thanks sponsors and volunteers Dear Editor, The Oregon Park District would like to thank the 2018 Easter Egg Hunt sponsors and donors. Children Pre-K – 8th grade enjoyed egg hunts on Friday, March 30 and Saturday, March 31. These events would not have been possible without the support of the following businesses: Oregon Casey’s, McDonald’s, Harvard State Bank, Central Bank, Stillman Bank, Oregon Snyders/Ace, and Subway. An additional thanks to the many volunteers who spent time filling eggs or working the events. Over 3,000 eggs were stuffed and 21 volunteers helped at the events. Thank you to everyone involved for your commitment to the Park District and our community. Debbie Leffelman Oregon Park District Event Coordinator

Fines The following individuals paid fines in the Ogle County Circuit Court. The name, age, and address of the individual is listed along with the offense, the date the fine was paid, the date the offense occurred in parenthesis, and the amount of the fine. Anthony I. Jimenez, 18, Davis Junction, possession of drug paraphernalia, April 4, 2018 (Jan. 27, 2018) dismissed. Monique C. Elmendorf, 29, Mt. Morris, driving 15-20 mph above limit, April 2, 2018 (Feb. 14, 2018) $120. Cheri L. Allen, 34, Polo, driving 15-20 mph above limit, April 5, 2018 (Feb. 18, 2018) $120. Zachary R. Poliska, 38, Davis Junction, driving 15-20 mph above limit, April 1, 2018 (March 4, 2018) $120. Joshua J. Grove, 35, Mt. Morris, electronic communications device, April 5, 2018 (Feb. 26, 2018) $120. Joshua J. Grove, 35, Mt. Morris, driving 21-25 mph above limit, April 5, 2018 (March 7, 2018) $120. Gina L. Miller, 48, Leaf River, driving 15-20 mph above limit, April 2, 2018 (March 7, 2018) $175. Jonathan U. Acosta Arzimendi, 17, Mt. Morris, failure to reduce speed, April 2, 2018 (March 8, 2018) $120. Andrew P. Dewey Jr., 21, Polo, driving 11-14 mph above limit, April 6, 2018 (March 7, 2018) $170. Jack D. Ward, 28, Stillman Valley, transport/carrying alcohol/liquor (driver), April 6, 2018 (March 18, 2018) dismissed. Jack D. Ward, 28, Stillman Valley, unlawful use of medical cannabis (driver), April 6, 2018 (March 18, 2018) dismissed. Mark D. Nocek, 60, Monroe Center, driving 15-20 mph above limit, April 2, 2018 (March 17, 2018) $170. Janeiro Tlapa Hernandez, 31, Davis Junction, driving 21-25 mph above limit, April 5, 2018 (March 19, 2018) $140. Thomas A. Bradshaw, 24, Mt. Morris, registration expiration/1st & 2nd, April 4, 2018 (March 23, 2018) $120. Connor J. Hopkins, 19, driving 21-25 mph above limit, Mt. Morris, April 5, 2018 (March 26, 2018) $140. Andrew C. Rutherford, 23, Oregon, disregarding stop sign, April 4, 2018 (March 29, 2018) $120. Clayton D. Carpenter, 18, Oregon, operating uninsured motor vehicle, April 6, 2018 (March 30, 2018) dismissed; driving 15-20 mph above limit, April 6, 2018 (March 30, 2018) $120.

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Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Source of Drinking Water

POLO IL1410450 Annual Water Quality Report for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2017 This report is intended to provide you with important information about your drinking water and the efforts made by the water system to provide safe drinking water. The source of drinking water used by POLO is Ground Water

Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming.

For more information regarding this report contact: Name

Mike Mumford_____________________________

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(815)946-3514____________________________

The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.

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Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPAs Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800) 426-4791. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population.

Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from water runoff, and residential uses. infections. These people should seek advice about Organic chemical contaminants, including drinking water from their health care providers. synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen by-products of industrial processes and petroleum the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other production, and can also come from gas stations, microbial contaminants are available from the Safe urban storm water runoff, and septic systems. Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

This report will not be individually mailed to customers , however a copy is available at City Hall upon request . Polo City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. in City Hall . The public is welcome to attend andWater participate . Source Information Source Water Name

Type of Water

WELL 2 (11805) 03/28/2018 - IL1410450_2017_2018-03-28_08-46-11.RTF WELL 3 (11806) WELL 4 (00163) Source Water Assessment Source Water Assessment

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If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. We cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to

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We want our valued customers to be informed about their water quality. If you would like to learn more, please feel welcome to attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. The source water assessment ourwater supply has beenIfcompleted the to Illinois EPA. please If youfeel would like atocopy of this information, please stop We want our valued customers to be informed about for their quality. you wouldby like learn more, welcome attend any of our regularly scheduled by City Hall orsource call our water operatorfor at our _(815) 440-0192_ . completed To view a by summary version EPA. of the Assessments, including: Importance Source meetings. The water assessment supply has been the Illinois Ifcompleted you wouldSource like a Water copy of this information, please stop by of City Hall Water; to Contamination Determination; documentation/recommendation Source Water Protectionincluding: Efforts, Importance you may access the Illinois EPA website or call Susceptibility our water operator at _(815) 440-0192__. To viewand a summary version of the completed of Source Water Assessments, of Source Water; Susceptibility 2017 Regulated Contaminants Detected at http://www.epa.state.il.us/cgi-bin/wp/swap-fact-sheets.pl. to Contamination Determination; and documentation/recommendation of Source Water Protection Efforts, you may access the Illinois EPA website at http://www.epa.state.il.us/cgi-bin/wp/swap-fact-sheets.pl. 2015 Regulated Contaminants Detected Source of Water: POLOBased on information obtained Well Site Survey published inDetected 1994 by the Illinois EPA, several potential sources are located within 2017 in a Regulated Contaminants 1,500 feet of the POLO wells.The EPA has2015 determined that the Polo Community WaterDetected water EPA, is not suspectibile to contamination. This within Source of Water: BasedIllinois on information obtained in Regulated a Well Site Survey published inSupply's 1994 by source the Illinois several potential sources are located Contaminants determination is wells.The based on aIllinois number of including; conducted at Supply's the wells; monitoring conducted at the entry point to the This distribution 1,500 feet of the EPAcriteria has determined that monitoring the Polo Community Water source water is not suspectibile to contamination. determination system; and available hydrogeologic data on the wells.Furthermore, in anticipation of the U.S. EPA's proposed Ground Water Rule, the Illinois EPA has is based on a number of criteria including; monitoring conducted at the wells; monitoring conducted at the entry point to the distribution system; and available determined that theonPolo Water Supply is not vulnerable viral contamination. This determination is basedEPA upon evaluation ofthe thePolo following hydrogeologic data the Community wells.Furthermore, in anticipation of the to U.S. EPA's proposed Ground Water Rule, the Illinois hasthe determined that Community criteria during the vulnerable Vulnerability Waiver Process: the This community's wells are properly with of sound integrity criteria and proper siting a Waiver Water Supply is not to viral contamination. determination is based uponconstructed the evaluation the following during theconditions; Vulnerability hydraulicthe barrier exists wells whichare should prevent pathogen with movement; all potential routessiting and sanitary defects have been mitigated such that the source is Process: community's properly constructed sound integrity and proper conditions; a hydraulic barrier exists which should preventwater pathogen Lead and all Copper adequately protected; monitoring data did not indicate history of disease and the sanitary survey ofprotected; the water monitoring supply did data not indicate a viral a movement; potential routes and sanitary defects havea been mitigated such outbreak; that the source water is adequately did not indicate Lead and Copper contamination threat. Because the community's wells are constructed in a confined aquifer, which should prevent the movement of pathogens into the wells, history of disease outbreak; and the sanitary survey of the water supply did not indicate a viral contamination threat. Because the community's wells are constructed Definitions: well hydraulics were not considered to bethe a significant factor ininto the the susceptibility determination. Hence, well hydraulics were notfactor evaluated this system in a confined aquifer, which should prevent movement of pathogens wells, well hydraulics were not considered to be a significant in thefor susceptibility Definitions: Action (ALG): level of were a contaminant in drinking below which there is no known or expected risk to health. ALGs allow for a margin of ground Level water Goal supply. determination. Hence, wellThe hydraulics not evaluated for thiswater system ground water supply. Action Level Goal (ALG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. ALGs allow for a margin of safety. safety. Lead and Copper Copper Lead Action and Level: The concentration of of a a contaminant contaminant which, which, if if exceeded, exceeded, triggers triggers treatment treatment or or other other requirements requirements which which aa water water system system must must follow. follow. Definitions: Action Level 90th # Sites Over Lead and Copper Date Sampled MCLG Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination Definitions: Action Level Goal (ALG): The level of a contaminant in drinking Percentile water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. ALGs allow for a margin of Lead and Copper Date Sampled SitesAL Over AL Violation Source Contamination Action Level 90th (AL) Action Level Goal (ALG): The level of MCLG a contaminant in drinking water below #which there is no Units known or expected risk toLikely health. ALGsof allow for a margin of safety. safety. (AL)if exceeded, Percentile Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from Copper 07/19/2016 1.3 1.3 0.62 0 ppm N Action Level 90th # Sites Over Lead and and Copper Copper Date Sampled MCLG Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination Copper 08/26/2013 1.3 1.3Level 1.1 ppm N Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood wood preservatives; Corrosion of household Lead Date Sampled MCLG # Sites0Over AL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination Action 90th (AL) Percentile AL preservatives; Corrosion of household plumbing plumbing systems. (AL) Percentile systems. Lead 07/19/2016 0 15 1.3 0 ppb N Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from Copper 07/19/2016 1.3 1.3 0.62 ppm Lead 08/26/2013 0 15 5.9 0 ppb N Corrosion household plumbing systems; Erosion of ofof natural deposits. Copper 08/26/2013 1.3 1.3 1.1 00 ppm NN Erosion natural deposits; Leaching from wood wood preservatives; Corrosion of household Erosion of natural deposits. preservatives; Corrosion of household plumbing plumbing systems. systems. Lead 07/19/2016 0 15 1.3 ppb Corrosion of of household household plumbing plumbing systems; systems; Lead 08/26/2013 0 15 5.9 00 ppb NN Corrosion Erosion of of natural natural deposits. deposits. Erosion

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Definitions: The following tables contain scientific terms and measures, some of which may require explanation. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for Water Quality Test Results

a margin of safety. Avg: Regulatory compliance with some MCLs are based on running annual average of monthly samples. Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using best available treatment technology. Definitions: The following contain scientific terms and measures, some of which or may require explanation. Maximum The level a tables contaminant drinking water below which is no known expected risk to health. allow why for Level 1 Contaminant Assessment: Level Goal or MCLG: the A Level 1ofassessment is a in study of the water system to there identify potential problems and determine (ifMCLGs possible) margin of total coliform bacteriawater have disinfectant been found in our which water there system. Maximum residual disinfectant level goal a The level of safety. a drinking below is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect Avg: Regulatory compliance with some MCLs are to based on running annual average of monthly samples. or MRDLG: the benefits of the control microbial contaminants. Maximum The highest level of use a contaminant that is allowed drinking MCLs are set as close toproblems the MCLGsand as determine feasible using A Level 2 assessment isofa disinfectants very detailed study ofinthe water water. system to identify potential (if Level 2 Contaminant Assessment: Level or MCL: the best available possible) why an of E.treatment coli MCL technology. violation has occurred and/or why total coliform evidence bacteria haveaddition been found our water Maximum residual disinfectant level or The highest level a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing of possible) ain disinfectant Level 1 Assessment: A Level 1multiple assessment is a study of the water system to identify potential problems andthat determine (if why system on occasions. MRDL: necessary control of microbial contaminants. Maximum residual disinfectant level goal is The level of afor drinking water disinfectant below is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect total coliform bacteria have been found in our which water there system. 03/28/2018 - IL1410450_2017_2018-03-28_08-46-11.RTF or MRDLG: the of theofuse of disinfectants to allowed control microbial contaminants. Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL: The benefits highest level a contaminant that terms is in drinking water. MCLsmay arerequire set as explanation. close to the MCLGs as feasible3 Definitions: The following tables contain scientific and measures, some of to which A Level 2 assessment is a very detailed study of the water system identify potential problems and determine (if Level 2 Assessment: using the best available treatment technology. Maximum residual disinfectant level or The highestwhy level disinfectant allowed inoccurred drinking and/or water. There is convincing of ain disinfectant possible) an of E. acoli MCL violation has why total coliform evidence bacteria that haveaddition been found our water ppb: per or parts per billion - orbelow one ounce 7,350,000 gallons water. risk to health. MCLGs allow MRDL: is necessary for control of in microbial contaminants. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG: micrograms The level a liter contaminant drinking water which in there is no known or of expected system on of multiple occasions. for a margin of safety. Definitions: The following tables scientific and measures, somewater. of which Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL: The applicable. highest level of contain a contaminant that terms is allowed in drinking MCLsmay arerequire set as explanation. close to the MCLGs as feasible na: not Maximum residual disinfectant level or The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a using the best available treatment technology. MRDL: disinfectant necessary for per control of microbial contaminants. ppb: micrograms perisliter or parts billion - or one ounce in 7,350,000 gallons of water. Avg: compliance with some MCLs arewater basedbelow on running annualisaverage of or monthly samples. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG: Regulatory The level of a contaminant in drinking which there no known expected risk to health. MCLGs allow 03/28/2018 - IL1410450_2017_2018-03-28_08-46-11.RTF Maximum residual disinfectant level The of a for level a margin ofdrinking safety. water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs4 doofnot 8 na: not applicable. goal or MRDLG:- IL1410450_2015_2016-03-17_14-07-05.RTF reflect theper benefits of parts the use disinfectants control microbial contaminants. 03/17/2016 ppm: milligrams liter or perofmillion - or onetoounce in 7,350 gallons of water. 6 aof 10 Maximum residual disinfectant level or The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of MRDL: disinfectant is necessary of based microbial contaminants. Avg: Regulatory compliance with for somecontrol MCLs are on running annual average of monthly samples.

Water Quality Test Results

Maximum residual disinfectant level ppm: goal or MRDLG:

The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not milligrams liter or perofmillion - or onetoounce in 7,350 gallons of water. reflect theper benefits of parts the use disinfectants control microbial contaminants.

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Chlorine

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Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits.

Fluoride

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Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories.

Iron

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This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Erosion of natural deposits.

Manganese

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Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits.

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MCL

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Zinc

Radioactive Contaminants

03/28/2018

Collection Date

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Erosion of natural deposits.

Gross alpha excluding radon and uranium

2017

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CITY OF POLO 115 S. FRANKLIN AVE. POLO, IL 61064 815-946-3514 4/5/2018

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POLO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS HEARING Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the City of Polo that a Public Hearing will be held in front of the Zoning Board of Appeals at 7:15p.m. on Wednesday, April 25th, 2018 in the Polo City Council room, 115 South Franklin Avenue, Polo, Illinois to hear a request filed by the Polo City Council for a change in zoning of Business 2 (B-2) to Residential 1 (R-1) of 902 South Congress Ave., 908 S. Congress Ave., 910 S. Congress Ave., 901 S. Division Ave., 903 S. Division Ave., 905 S. Division Ave., and 907 S. Division Ave. This zoning change would be for Parcel ID 14-16-379-001, 14-16-379-023, 14-16379-021, 14-16-379-006, 14-16-37914-16-379-008, 14-16-379-009, 007, otherwise known as 902 South Congress Ave., 908 S. Congress Ave., 910 S. Congress Ave., 901 S. Division Ave., 903 S. Division Ave., 905 S. Division Ave., and 907 S. Division Ave., Polo, IL, Ogle County Illinois. Sydney Bartelt City Clerk April 12, 19, 2018 STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Deceased, JAY A. E. DILLON CASE NO. 18 P 17 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of JAY A. E. DILLON. Letters of Office were issued on March 14, 2018, to ALLISON C. DILLON, c/o 7124 Windsor Lake Parkway, Loves Park, IL 61111, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is JEREMY RAMSEY, 7124 Windsor Lake Parkway, Loves Park, IL 61111. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 1, 2018, 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 Div. at the Ogle County Courthouse, 105 S. 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk's Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. DATED: March 28, 2018 ALLISON C. DILLON Name: JEREMY RAMSEY ARDC Number: # 6276765 Attorney for Estate Address: 7124 Windsor Lake Parkway Loves Park, IL 61111 Telephone: (815) 988-4364 April 5, 12, 19, 2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ESTATE OF RICHARD A. HALFMAN, Deceased. Case No. 2018 P 20. Notice is given of the death of RICHARD A. HALFMAN of FORRESTON, ILLINOIS. Letters of Administration were issued on March 14, 2018 to SHAWN HALFMAN, 6219 Lorilynn Lane, Rockford, Illinois 61109 whose attorney is Paul M. Marriett, 308 West State Street, Suite 327, Rockford, Illinois 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Probate Division at 106 S 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 or with representative, or both, on or before September 6, 2018, which date is not less than six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to his attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. April 5, 12, 19, 2018 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Gregg L. Williams, Deceased No. 18-P-21 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Gregg L Williams. Letters of office were issued on March 20, 2018 to Karen L. Evans, 2377 S. Rocky Hollow Road, Chana, Illinois 61015, as Administrator, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, IL 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, 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 29th day of March, 2018. Karen L. Evans, Independent Administrator For the Estate of Gregg L. Williams, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMSMCCARTHYLLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com April 5, 12, 19, 2018

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CITY OF POLO 115 S. FRANKLIN AVE. POLO, IL 61064 815-946-3514 4/05/2018 POLO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS HEARING Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the City of Polo that a Public Hearing will be held in front of the Zoning Board of Appeals at 7:00p.m. on Wednesday, April 25th, 2018 in the Polo City Council room, 115 South Franklin Avenue, Polo, Illinois to hear a request filed by Mike Weems of 111 North Cherry Ave., Polo, IL for a variance to place a six foot fence within five feet of the property line at 111 North Cherry Ave., Polo, IL. This zoning change would be for Parcel ID 14-16-102-004, otherwise known as 111 North Cherry Ave., Polo, IL, Ogle County Illinois. Sydney Bartelt City Clerk April 12, 19, 2018

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CASA 15th Judicial Circuit (Lee/ Carroll/Ogle Counties) is seeking volunteers in the Ogle County area to advocate for children in the Ogle County court system involved in abuse and neglect cases. Your involvement can impact a child’s future. Contact Trisha Morrow, Executive Director (815) 288-1901 www.casaleecar roll.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Ditech Financial LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. John Douglas; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2017CH 86 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 2/23/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on May 11, 2018 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT TWENTY-THREE (23) IN LAKEVIEW SUBDIVISION NO. 4 IN THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK K OF PLATS PAGE 23, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 24-25-153-015 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 607 South 9th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-17-15721. I3081721 March 29, April 5 & 12, 2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Ditech Financial LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. John Douglas; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2017CH 86 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 2/23/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on May 11, 2018 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 24-25-153-015 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 607 South 9th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-17-15721. I3081721 March 29, April 5 & 12, 2018

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITOGLE COUNTY - OREGON ILLINOIS New Penn Financial, LLC d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Plaintiff, vs. David Edwards, AKA Dave Edwards; Mary Edwards; Webster Bank, N.A. Defendants. Case No. 2017CH87 8446 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 Judge John C. Redington NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on March 16, 2018, the Ogle County Sheriff of the Ogle County Sheriff's Office will on May 18, 2018, at the hour of 10:00AM at the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Administration Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 8446 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068Parcel Number(s): 24-36-276-005 The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence.Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The subject property 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). For information call Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60601. Phone number: 312-651-6700. Attorney file number: 17036981. Alan S. Kaufman MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 Telephone: 312-651-6700 Fax: 614-220-5613 Attorney. No.: 6289893 Email: MDKIllinoisFilings@manleydeas.com April 12, 19, 26, 2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITOGLE COUNTY - OREGON ILLINOIS New Penn Financial, LLC d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage ServicingPlaintiff, vs. David Edwards, AKA Dave Edwards; Mary Edwards; Webster Bank, N.A. Defendants. Case No. 2017CH87 8446 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 Judge John C. Redington NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on March 16, 2018, the Ogle County Sheriff of the Ogle County Sheriff's Office will on May 18, 2018, at the hour of 10:00AM at the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Administration Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: The following described real estate, to-wit: Part of the South East 1/4 of the North East 1/4 of Section 36, in Township 40 North, Range 1 East of the 3rd P.M., in Ogle County, Illinois bounded and described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the North East 1/4 of said Section 36, running thence West on the South line of the North East 1/4 of said Section 198 feet, thence North parallel with the East line of said Section 36, 160 feet, thence East parallel with the South line of the North East 1/4 of said Section 36 to the East line of said Section 36 and thence South on the East line of said Section 36, 160 feet to the place of beginning, in Ogle County, Illinois.Commonly known as 8446 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 Parcel Number(s): 24-36-276-005 The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence.Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The subject property 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). For information call Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60601. Phone number: 312-651-6700. Attorney file number: 17-036981. Alan S. KaufmanMANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 Telephone: 312-651-6700 Fax: 614-220-5613 Attorney. No.: 6289893 Email: MDKIllinoisFilings@manleydeas.com April 12, 19, 26, 2018

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE STILLMAN BANCCORP NA., a National Banking Corporation, Plaintiff, vs. VICTOR L. GREEN; JEANETTE A. GREEN; EQUITY ONE INVESTMENTS FUND LLC; and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. CASE NO. 2018 CH 39 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF OGLE, In the Circuit Court of Ogle County, STILLMAN BANCCORP NA., vs. VICTOR L. GREEN; JEANETTE A. GREEN; EQUITY ONEINVESTMENTS FUND LLC; and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Case No. 2018 CH 39. The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Ogle County, by the said Plaintiff against you and other Defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows to-wit: The East 72 Feet of Lot Twelve (12) in Block Thirty-Three (33) in the Town, Now City of Oregon, Excepting Therefrom the Premises Conveyed to the State of Illinois Department of Transportation in Warranty Deed Recorded June 17, 2004 as Document No. 0407154, described as: Beginning at the Northeast Corner of Said Lot 12; thence South 0 Degrees 53 Minutes 35 Seconds West (Bearings Assumed for Description Purposes Only), 5.35 Feet on the East Line of Said Lot 12; Thence North 56 Degrees 15 Minutes 43 Seconds West, 9.86 Feet to the North Line of Said Lot 12; Thence South 89 Degrees 06 Minutes 54 Seconds East, 8.28 Feet on the North Line of Said Lot 12, to the Point of Beginning, Situated in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois. Property commonly known as: 100 S. 2nd Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 Parcel ID No. 16-03-179-006 A mortgage was recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds in Ogre County, Document Number Illinois,as 201001000081. And for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit Is now pending. Now therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Ogle County, Chancery Division, in the Courthouse in the City of Oregon, Illinois, on or before the 21 day of May, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that date and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. Dated at Oregon, Illinois on March 27, 2018. /s/ Kimberly A. Stahl Kimberly A. Stahl, Circuit Clerk PREPARED BY: BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG,BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP JODY L. BOOHER (6292370) 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, Illinois 61108 (815)962-6611 ibooher(äbslbv.com April 5, 12, 19, 2018

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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 lispecifically censed 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))

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Sudoku! Answer Found In Today’s Classified Section

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Listen to what others say, but don’t share your personal opinions. It’s best not to make unnecessary changes or upset the applecart without good reason. Keep the peace.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -Look over legal and financial documents and make sure you have everything in order. A mistake could end up costing you. Don’t be giving out more than you’re getting back.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Make minor changes to your image and you’ll receive compliments. Help and favors will be granted. Love and romance will lead to a closer connection to someone special.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- An unusual event will open up new possibilities. A chance to team up with someone quite different from you will broaden your outlook and teach you to be accepting and tolerant of others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Emotional deception can be expected to surface when dealing with people from your past. You are best off letting go of people or situations that have created havoc in your life. CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A change will do you good, but first do some research or simply make observations. Socializing will lead to an interesting encounter, and romance is highlighted.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Look for ways to improve your surroundings and domestic environment. Get rid of things you no longer use so you can have more space to enjoy with your friends or loved ones. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Expand your interests and make changes to how or where you live that will better suit the goals you want to achieve. Be your own master and follow your dream.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Be careful how much you share with your peers, friends or relatives. You will be judged by what you do and should take measures to avoid being gossiped about. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Make adjustments at home that are conducive to something you enjoy doing. Personal improvements will turn out well, as long as you refuse to let anyone meddle in your affairs. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don’t fall for someone’s fancy talk or a friendly gesture. Look past all the fluff and hype coming your way and you’ll avoid getting involved in something unsavory. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -You’ll see things clearly and should base your opinions and decisions on what you discover, not on what someone else tries to lead you to believe. Trust in yourself. ©2017 UFS

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