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VOLUME 155 NO. 33 • SERVING THE FORRESTON AREA SINCE 1865

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CHRISTMAS CRAFTS

STATUE UPDATE

New Finish Date Weather has pushed back the completion date...again. / 3

SPORTS

60th Tournament

FHS kicks off its annual holiday tournament this Saturday. / 17

Pia Deforge (center) poses with her children, Zoe (right) and Hailey (left), as they draw and make crafts at local nonprofit Believe in the Children during Forreston’s Christmas in the Country event on Dec. 6.

Story and more photos on page 2.

Peace Lights A local artist is trying to spread hope with his peace symbol lights. / 8

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INDEX

One Section - 32 Pages

4-H News..................18 Byron Library............. 9 Church News............12

Classifieds......... 26-32 Entertainment........... 8 Library News............. 7

Property Transfers.. 20 Sheriff’s Arrests.......21 Zoning.......................19

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HOLIDAY EVENT

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BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com Forreston’s Christmas in the Country event started out with the middle school and high school choirs bringing cheer to local businesses, singing renditions of songs like “We wish you a Merry Christmas” and “Jingle Bells.”

Down the street, customers were lined up out the door for the Faith Lutheran Cookie Sale benefiting local charities.

Further down the street, the nonprofit Believe in the Children group hosted the Play to Learn Together Gift Shop.

Children made crafts like Christmas ornaments and ate Christmas treats.

“Everybody in the community is involved, all the stores, all the patrons, all the people involved,” Patti Jennings, executive director of Believe in the Children said. “It’s a community event. This community is growing in community spirit.”

Believe in the Children is a faith-based nonprofit created to provide children and families with a safe, nurturing environment to better family relationships.

The organization puts people in touch with skilled professionals and volunteers, utilizing and working with area court systems, schools, social services organizations, community leaders and

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Kathy Frank (right) serves cookies to Diana Fox (left) during the Faith Lutheran Cookie Sale benefiting local charities during Forreston’s Christmas in the Country event. more.

“Our main goal is anything that has to do with a child, we’ll help,” Jennings said. “Whatever the need is.”

The night’s main event was Santa Claus arriving at Memorial Park on a fire truck and lighting the community tree. He embraced and spoke with children as he made his way into the pavilion to greet more children and hear their Christmas lists

Michael Bettner, a young boy from Forreston, asked the jolly old elf for a PlayStation 4, so he could play all of the games that he wants to. Santa said he would see what he can do.

“Between the Sauerkraut days and Christmas, and we just did Halloween, you can see a swell of community pride.

And it’s kind of neat. And who doesn’t like Santa Claus?,” Jennings said.

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The Forreston High School and Middle School choirs sing Christmas carols during Forreston’s Christmas in the Country event.

SCHOOL NEWS

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November Students of the Month

STATUE UPDATE

Black Hawk work ‘down to the last few steps’

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com

The end is near for the most recent restoration of the Black Hawk Statue at Lowden State Park.

The 109-year-old, 48-foot-tall iconic concrete Indian has been under a protective wrap for the better part of the past two years.

For Roger Cain, member of the Black Hawk Art, Restoration & Development Committee, it’s a relief for the restoration to be coming to a close.

“When you look at the overall scope of the project,” Cain said.

“We’re down to the last few steps.”

After an earlier finish date of Dec. 1 came and passed, concerns were raised when local residents noticed Black Hawk still under wraps and surrounded by scaffolding. The work by contractor Quality Restorations Inc., of Wood Dale continues.

In the next 10 days, extra workers will be brought in and extra

days will be worked in an effort to complete the restoration, Cain said.

Concrete work is expected to be finished Dec. 17, and then sandblasting and removal of scaffolding will take place, weather-permitting.

Currently, excavating out of all the previously-impacted areas is done and 80 percent of it is filled back in with 1-2 inches in depth of surface, Cain said.

“I think it’s all going very smoothly,” Cain said. “And if not for the bad weather spell, it would’ve been done by now.”

“I believe the contractor has gone above and beyond and has done a fantastic job. It’s something that we will get a lot of great years out of,” he said.

Jan Stilson, who is on the committee with Cain, is working on an unveiling ceremony, details of which will be revealed at a later date.

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November Students of the Month for the Forreston Junior and Senior High Schools are pictured here. In the front row, left to right, are: Nedjuwa Al-Mohammed, senior; Noah Genandt, sixth grade; Kylee Curry, junior; and Conrad Krigbaum, seventh grade.

Back row: Principal Travis Heinz; Andrew Wells, eighth grade; Alex Milnes, freshman; and Michael Netherland, sophomore.

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REGIONAL NEWS

New Polo Pharmacy a welcome addition to city Business recently opened in downtown

nesses back.

“I think it hurt Polo as a community,” Garman said. “We do have a lot of older people. And traveling out of town, especially in the win-

ter time, it was hard to get. I think it had an effect on the community.

The sadness of, ‘one more thing is gone.’”

The pharmacy is open from 9 a.m.

to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Call 779-226-1129 or find Polo Pharmacy on Facebook for more information.

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com Polo has a pharmacy back after being without one for nearly two years. Polo Pharmacy, at 11 E. Mason St., opened last month in the old Visible Changes building next to Cimino’s Pizza.

Kip and Karrie Sabinson, of Warren, own two pharmacies and three telepharmacies. Polo’s newest business qualifies as the latter, using an off-site pharmacist and a technician on site.

Residents of Polo don’t have to leave town to drive to Dixon as they did while the town was without a pharmacy.

“It’s very important to a local community,” Kip Sabinson said. “It keeps people from having to drive to big box stores. Business is great.

People in Polo have been very supportive.”

The Polo Pharmacy is preferred on a large number of healthcare plans and has prices comparable to the big box stores, Kip Sabinson said.

Difficulties opening the pharmacy included getting licenses from the state and the Drug Enforcement Agency, both of which are backlogged. Getting insurance contracts was another hurdle.

The Sabinsons, of Warren, own the Lanark telepharmacy at 102 N. Broad St., one in Warren, and another in Elizabeth. The technician at the Polo Pharmacy is Jennifer Garman, who lives in Polo.

“In a small community like Polo, when we have our own pharmacy.

I know 95 percent of the people who come in here by name and it certainly helps,” Garman said. “If we get a strange script from a doctor that doesn’t look right for a person, we can look at it. I think it helps the patient knowing the person at the pharmacy.”

Karrie acts as the shop’s pharmacist from Warren using cameras and photographs of what customers need. She can video chat and answer questions that customers have.

Telepharmacies are becoming more common as small-town pharmacies can’t afford to pay a full-time pharmacist, Garman said. Each telepharmacist can have up to three pharmacies.

Garman appreciates and take pride in Polo getting one of its busi-

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Jennifer Garman, of Polo, is a technician at the recently-opened Polo Pharmacy. The business is located at 11 E. Mason St. in downtown Polo. It is owned by Kip and Karrie Sabinson of Warren.

IN THE SCHOOLS

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FHS National Honor Society Inductees

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Fifth grade students from Forreston Grade School were recently invited to participate in a “Peace Poster Contest” sponsored by the Forreston Lions Club. Students created posters focusing on what peace means to them. Picture here are Lions Representative Shirley Green, contest winners Gavin Fox, Chloe Pritchard, and Ellie Hoster, and Principal Jonathan Schneiderman. Photo supplied

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Eight students were recently inducted into the Forreston High School Chapter of National Honor. Pictured in the front row, left to right, are: Abigail Derrer, Cora Krigbaum, Mya Greenfield, and Madison Sketo.

Back row: Bailey Miller, Ethan Greenfield, Jakob Boomgarden, and James DeWall.

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REGIONAL NEWS

Park improvements are delayed until spring Sections of walking path to remain closed due to wet weather

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com Several sections of the walking trail at Oregon Park West will remain closed for the winter as weather has delayed construction of “Phase II” improvements at the park, Oregon Park District Executive Director Erin Folk said.

Phase II improvements include a batting cage, fully inclusive playground, expanded shelter and restrooms, accessibility improvements, new baggo courts, new volleyball courts, outdoor classroom and installation of a Toro court.

“It’s nice to have those amenities added in for our small community,” Folk said. “But that park is really kind of a regional destination just because of what facilities we have out there already.”

Folk estimates the construction is 50 or 60 percent completed, but did not give an expected finish date. Construction was originally scheduled to finish at the end of

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Wet weather has slowed construction of improvements at Oregon Park West this year.

The new playground was installed this fall next to Splash Canyon Park.

November. Some construction could be done this winter, but Folk says weather likely won’t allow it.

Those using the closed sections of the walking paths will be rerouted. Remaining work on the project includes asphalt laying, concrete pouring, installing a shelter and turf restoration, “It’s all going to be weather-dependent,” Folk said. “That’s the down-

side of outdoor construction, you’re at the mercy of the weather.”

Folk is eager to get the project finished after two years of planning and work. Among the aspects Folk is most excited about is the Toro court, a unique multipurpose athletic court with integrated technology that will be the only one in the United States. Folk also touted larger changing facilities near the splash

pad and more accessibility for people with disabilities.

“The playground that has been completed but not opened at this point is fully accessible,” Folk said.

“We have improved a lot of the walking paths so that they’re [Americans with Disabilities Act] accessible.

We have improved access points to other amenities out there to meet ADA requirements.”

All of the improvements being constructed align with the results of the community survey in 2018. To complete the project, the district was awarded $400,000 from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources as part of the State’s FY 2019 Open Space Land Acquisition and Development program. This project was one of 89 local outdoor recreation projects, representing approximately $28,974,500 in funding assistance.

While some delay also came from waiting on the final paperwork from the IDNR, Folk and the district are excited that the improvements will be up and running during the prime outdoor months of 2020.

“The timing of it, while yes it’s unfortunate that we’re going to have to wait until spring to finish it all, at least we’ll have a good chunk of the year that the community can still utilize the amenities,” Folk said.

ACCIDENT

One vehicle flips, two hurt in Oregon wreck

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com Two vehicles were involved in an accident on Tuesday afternoon near the intersection of Fifth Street and Illinois 64 in Oregon, causing one of the vehicles to flip onto its roof.

At approximately 2 p.m. Oregon Police responded to the scene.

Steven T. Lindsey, 39, of Machesney Park, was driving a 2019 Ford van west on Washington Street (Illinois 64) when he collided with a 2011 Ford pickup truck driven by Clifford Thompson, 66, of Oregon, as he was turning onto Washington Street from North 5th Street, police said.

Lindsey was cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and disobeying a traffic control device. He was transported to Swedish American Hospital by Oregon Ambulance and was released without treatment.

Thompson was transported to KSB by Mt. Morris Ambulance.

Police were assisted on scene by the Oregon Fire Department. Two vehicles were involved in this accident on Tuesday afternoon near the intersection of Fifth Street and Illinois 64 in Oregon, causing one of the vehicles to flip onto its roof. Photo by Don Stevens The accident remains under investigation.

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• BLACK HAWK But on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. the Cork & Tap in Oregon will be hosting 88 Keys, the musical stylings of professional pianist Mary Pearson.

Oregon Together is presenting the event and tickets are $10 each, with only 100 seats available.

All proceeds will benefit the Black Hawk Statue Perpetual Maintenance Fund, which is being established to provide regular care for the statue after its renovations are completed.

Tickets are available for purchase at Cork & Tap, Merlin’s Flowers and Greenhouse and the Oregon Chamber of Commerce office.

Faith Lutheran Church in Forreston will have a Christmas morning brunch from 10 a.m. to noon on Dec. 25.

Everyone is welcome, come and enjoy the fellowship and the great food. There will be a free will offering with the proceeds going to the Forreston Food Pantry.

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Christmas brunch to help pantry

Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com

The Black Hawk Statue is still under wraps as restoration work has been delayed by the weather. The new estimated completion date is Dec. 17.

BERTOLET LIBRARY NEWS Make and Take Christmas Crafts Monday, Dec. 16, 5 to 7 p.m.

Kids of all ages are invited to drop in and create festive Christmas decorations and charming gifts for their friends and family. No registration required, and you are welcome to join us for a little while or stay the whole time.

Census Job Information Thursday, Dec. 19, 11:30 a.m.

Looking for work in the area? Stan Hilton from the Census Bureau will be here with information on how to join the 2020 Census Team. Several positions are open in Ogle County and these jobs provide great pay, flexible hours, and paid training. Stan will describe the application process and answer any questions you may have.

Create-a-Card with Jessie Saturday, Dec. 21, 9:30 a.m.

There’s still time to create one-of-akind cards and gift tags for Christmas!

Jessie Ross will be on hand to offer suggestions and guidance as you design uniquely personal items for your friends

and family. All materials are provided and registration is not required so come for an hour or stay the whole morning!

Toddler-Preschool Story Time Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

With the holidays approaching it’s a great time to share favorite seasonal stories, songs, and activities with your little ones. This relaxed program is designed to help children make friends, practice new skills, and experience the joy of sharing books with people they love. There will be no Story Time on Dec. 26 or Jan. 2.

Plastic Recycling We are still collecting film-type plastic such as shopping bags, sandwich bags, bread wrappers, or any bag-type plastic.

Wrap from new furniture (especially mattresses) and appliances are also welcome. All plastic must be clean, dry, and free of food residue. Please do not bring hard plastic as that is not allowed in this program.

The library is located on the south end of Leaf River at 705 Main Street.

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IN THE ARTS

Local artist spreading message of hope across area SAUK VALLEY MEDIA news@saukvalley.com How do you promote peace? You start with an idea – and a trampoline.

That’s how Mark Stach’s “Peace of Art” project – building and installing large peace signs – got its start, and the Dixon man is spreading his message across the Sauk Valley.

The project’s latest location was, fittingly enough, Reagan Peace Park in downtown Dixon, at Second Street and Galena Avenue, where Stach, his daughter, Leah, and other volunteers were doing some art work last week.

His goal is simple: to create smiles by giving people some peace in their lives.

So far, he’s built eight of the pieces, bringing his peaceful easy feeling to Sterling, Rock Falls, Grand Detour and Dixon. He’d like to create 13 of the works before the year’s end; his next installation, coming soon, will be in Oregon.

But he doesn’t want to stop there.

He’d like to spread his message to other communities – maybe even around the world.

And all it took was a trampoline to get his idea off the ground.

“I got the idea when I was taking apart my kids’ old trampoline,” he said.

“I used the frame for the first large peace sign at my house.” After seeing Doug Mossholder’s large sign on Dixon’s hydroelectric dam, it inspired Stach to take his project on the road.

“All are on private property except this one. Dixon gave me permission since it’s Peace Park.”

Each peace sign costs about $125, and Stach welcomes others to join him on his mission. He has a GoFundMe page – search for The Peace Of Art Project – where people can donate to help with his peace movement. So far, he’s raised about $150 of his $1,000 goal. People also can find out more about the project at youtu.be/E_ATkRapDDc. He hopes to carry on his tradition for years.

ABOVE: Mark Stach’s “Peace of Art” project includes building and installing large peace signs. The Dixon man is spreading his message across the region.

This display is above the Rock River near Grand Detour. AT LEFT: Stach has had a crew of volunteers help with his project. Daughter Leah (left), Tim Benedict and Guy Garriott were on hand to help with the sign at Dixon’s Peace Park last week.

Photos by Earleen Hinton and Alex T. Paschal, Shaw Media

SPECIAL EVENT

Scouts to collect food items for Lifeline Project

BY SHARON WALLACE Lifeline Co-President The Boy Scouts will be having a food drive for Lifeline on Saturday, Dec. 14. If you would like to donate food, please place the items near your mailbox on Saturday and they will pick it up.

For more information, contact Katie Lehrke 815-751-0862 or Sharon 815-564-8234.

Thanks to the community for your

support! We are very grateful for everything you do to help us. We are in need of boxed potatoes, Hamburger Helper, pancake syrup, and crackers.

Lifeline Food & Self-Help Project served 289 clients for the month of October.

Thank you to all our volunteers who work to sort the clothing and the volunteers that serve clients.

We appreciate all that you do!

Winter weather information:

Unfortunately, Lifeline Pantry must sometimes be closed for extreme weather. Closings will be listed on TV stations 13, 17, and 39. They will also be announced on radio station WSEY KOOL 95.7.

You can also call our phone number at 815-732-7891 and if we don’t answer this means we are not open.

Lifeline Food Self-Help project is located at 201 N. Third St., Suite 6 in Conover Square (the old piano factory), in Oregon.

Hours are: Tuesday, 1:30 - 4 p.m. for food and clothing; Thursday, 1 to 4 p.m. for clothing only; Friday, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. for food and clothing, and Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for clothing only.

Lifeline will be closed for Christmas on Tuesday, Dec. 24, Wednesday, Dec. 25, and Thursday, Dec. 26. Lifeline will also be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 31 and Wednesday, Jan. 1 to welcome the new year. For additional information call 815-564-8234.

FIRE DEPARTMENT NEWS

BY CODY CUTTER ccutter@saukvalley.com Another pumper-tender will be parking at the Oregon Fire Protection District come March.

The department is getting a $300,000, no-interest loan from the State Fire Marshal and Illinois Finance Authority’s fire truck and ambulance revolving loan program.

The department already has one tender truck that carries 2,000 gallons, but only has a few years of service remaining, Fire Chief Michael Knoup said.

“Replacing aged equipment is a high priority, and this will be a great addition,” Knoup said.

The new truck, from Toyne Inc. of Breda, Iowa,

will hold 3,500 gallons. It will be equipped to function as an engine with a 1,500 gallon-a-minute pump, and as a secondary engine if needed, Knoup said.

It’s the first time the department has applied

for the loan, which was given as part of more than $9.3 million in no- or low-interest loans issued to emergency responders.

Under the program, fire departments, protection districts and township departments could apply for up to $350,000 in 20-year loans to buy fire or brush trucks.

Oregon’s will be repaid with existing tax revenue; no taxes will be raised.

“Fire departments throughout Illinois face financial stressors that can make it difficult to properly equip and train their firefighters,” State Fire Marshal Matt Perez said in a news release.

“This new equipment will help them serve their communities in a safer, more efficient and effective way.”

BYRON LIBRARY NEWS

Card Creations Thursday, Dec. 19, 6-7:30 p.m.

Boost your creative side by making beautiful handmade greeting cards to give to your family and friends. The prep work is done, so all you have to do is join us and get creative. All materials are supplied.

Beanie Baby Bingo Friday, Jan. 3, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Ages: K-5th grade

AARP Smart Driver Safety Course Jan. 9 and Jan. 10, 12-4 p.m.

Ages: 50 and up The AARP Smart Driver Safety Course is the nation’s first refresher course designed for drivers 50 and up. Course completion helps drivers refine skills and develop safe driving strategies.

Attendance on both days is required for completion; $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-AARP members; checks payable to AARP. Your presents, love, and support that everyone has shown us during this difficult time will always be remembered!

My mother was blessed to have such wonderful friends in life!

Thank you, Regina Zumdahl Family

signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.

Scrap-Stravaganza Saturday, Jan. 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Bring our supplies, tools and pictures to spend the day scrapbooking.

Tables will be first come, first-serve.

No registration is required.

Celebrate Christmas with your local United Methodist HUB Cluster Churches! *All services on Christmas Eve unless otherwise noted

Ashton United Methodist Church & Franklin Grove United Methodist Church 9:00 pm Combined Traditional Candlelight Service 223 W Middle St, Franklin Grove, IL

Chana United Methodist Church 7:00 pm Traditional Candlelight Service 606 Main St, Chana, IL

Lighthouse United Methodist Church 8:30 pm Traditional Candlelight Service 4962 S Daysville Road, Oregon, IL

Oregon United Methodist Church 4:00 pm Traditional Candlelight Service 200 S 4th St, Oregon, IL

See all the HUB churches Christmas Schedules at

Christmas Melodies with Marilyn Tuesday, Dec. 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Do you feel nostalgic for the days of caroling but don’t want to brave the cold? Come sing with Marilyn Haverly (or just listen) while keeping fingers and toes nice and warm indoors.

Travel Through the Holy Land with James Brown and Karen Virnoche-Brown Tuesday, Jan. 7, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Israel, a Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean Sea is regarded by Jews, Christians and Muslims as the biblical Holy Land. Karen and James share highlights of their pilgrimage with pictures and stories of the holy sites, the Israeli people, and their cuisine. Shalom!

AARP members must have member number for discount.

There are no tests! A completion certificate will be given for auto insurances who may offer a discount for a 3-year period.

Check with your provider for participation. Please visit Byron.evanced.info/

www.RochelleUMC.com/Christmas

Library Dance Party Monday, Dec. 16, 10-10:45 a.m.

Ages: 18 months-5 years, with caregiver Join us for a monthly music and movement program! Explore new music and move with shakers, scarves, and ribbon wands. No registration required.

Head to the library to play Bingo. Winners take home a Beanie Baby! Please visit Byron.evanced.info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.

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Byron Public Library District Programs Do you need a camera to take HD videos? Would you like to try out a Roku before deciding to purchase one? Check out the Byron Public Library’s Library of Things! You can find these devices and more, including our mobile hotspots. No need to ask at the circulation desk; just stop by the Library of Things shelves to see what’s available! All devices can be checked out for two weeks.

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ACCIDENT UPDATE

Rescue workers look for missing boaters, closure First responders are continuing to search the Rock River

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com When Oregon firefighters go to put out a fire, they don’t leave until the job is done.

That goes for recovery efforts, too, which is why they’re still “on the job,” looking for the bodies of two fishermen who went missing after their boat capsized on the Rock River on Nov. 20.

Frustration is taking a toll on the department, but Chief Michael Knoup and Capt. Dustin Champlain aren’t giving up.

“I think everyone here has that burden,” Champlain said. “I don’t want to say we feel responsible, because the accident wasn’t caused by us. But it’s ultimately our responsibility to get them out of the river at some point.”

The department is surveying the river with sonar and boats when the weather and available personnel make it possible. A search-and-rescue team from Tampico with top-level sonar equipment returned to the area last Wednesday to search for the bodies as well, after first being dispatched when the men went missing.

As of Tuesday afternoon, Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle said that no scanning has been done in the past few days due to weather.

Crews were out most of last week.

When the search began, the Oregon Fire Department became the hub of a full-scale search-and-rescue operation. Twelve area fire departments responded with resources, including firefighters and boats.

Knoup was not on duty, so Cham-

Oregon dam has history of deaths

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A search and rescue boat with the Rapid Response Search and Rescue Unit 19, out of Tampico and funded by Christian Aid Ministries, a national Amish-Mennonite nonprofit, was moored at the Castle Rock State Park’s boat launch as the search for two missing fishermen continued last week. plain was thrust into action.

“It was a little nerve-racking at first,” he said. “We started as a small event and found out we actually had victims. It escalated quickly, that first few minutes was trying to process everything and move.”

Within 10 minutes, the Sheriff’s Office had a command vehicle on site. Champlain worked the operation from there and it made for a calm, collected experience despite the challenges of coordinating all the departments participating.

Champlain was up 60 hours straight before the initial search was finished.

The weather made the search difficult, and has continued to complicate recovery efforts. Cold temperatures, high water levels and a swift current put the operation on the brink of being too dangerous.

“I don’t think people understand how fast that current is,” Champlain said. “You look at it from the

Listed here are recent cases of deaths due to drowning in the Rock River below the Oregon dam.

bridge on land and say, ‘Yeah, the water is moving.’ But really, underneath, the water is really moving at 7 knots. We did have a diver go in at one point, and they say their mask can rip off at 3 knots, potentially.”

The scale of the Nov. 20 search was the largest the Oregon Fire Department has seen in the past 4 or 5 years, Knoup said. The last time he worked something comparable was a chemical plant fire in Seward in June 2013.

The Rapid Response Search and Rescue Unit 19, based in Tampico has been helping with the search.

It’s funded by Christian Aid Ministries, a national Amish-Mennonite nonprofit organization.

The unit was dispatched originally by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and its members were asked to return by VanVickle.

Their service comes at no cost to the agencies that use it, but the team accepts donations at https://chris-

•July 4, 2012:

Reyez Perez, 37, Chicago. Found after dragging the river bottom below the dam a day later after the fisherman waded into the water and was swept away by the current.

• July 22, 2013: Elmer Leeds, 91, Oregon.

Leeds was found floating dead due to drowning in the river near Kiwanis Park.

•July 29, 2007: Damiam Folwarkow,

According to an investigation by the Oregon Police Department, there was no foul play involved in Leeds’ death and it wasn’t believed that he was fishing.

It is believed that Leeds was only in the river for a relatively short time.

•Aug. 13, 2006: Samir Zukanovic, 29,

15, Chicago. Found in the east channel of the river, about 60 yards where he had been fishing below the Oregon dam. His body was found a day later in about six feet of water.

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Fewer than 10 organizations nationwide have the level of equipment that this unit has, team member and state coordinator Ralph Kropf said. They have a command trailer, a sonar-equipped boat and a remote-operated vehicle that can be deployed underwater.

Both sonar and the ROV were used Nov. 21, when the body of one of the men was located underwater about a mile south of the dam, but the swift water prevented the ROV and divers from recovering it before it moved to an unknown location.

The sonar equipment, which uses ultrasound technology, had 4 miles of Rock River bottom totally scanned as of Wednesday, Kropf said.

“So far, we’ve found nothing but logs,” he said.

“This week a lady stopped, all frantically and said, ‘I seen one of them in the water.’ So, we went down to that point along Route 2 and got the binoculars out and it was a log. But, any time we get any type of credible information, we’re investigating and continuing on.”

While official acknowledgment of the identities of the fishermen can’t be confirmed until the bodies are found, the two missing men are believed to be Kent Dearborn Jr., 33, of Polo, and James Swift, 64, of Forreston.

Information from their family and friends on social media show sweatshirts and T-shirts for sale that say: “Last Cast 11-20-19” with a photo of two men fishing from a boat and the inscription “In Loving Memory Bud & Jamie” on the back.

At a news conference Nov. 22, VanVickle said the names will not be released officially until the bodies are found.

Until then, Knoup, Champlain, Kropf and others will continue to work until the bodies are recovered and peace can be brought to the families.

Until the job is done.

Chicago. Found in the west channel of the river, near the Illinois 64 bridge.

He and his cousin, Adem Zukanovic, Skokie, were fishing on the east bank of the river and tried to walk over to one of the islands in the center of the river when the current knocked them both down into the river.

Adem managed to reach one of the center islands where he was rescued by Oregon Fire Department personnel.

Samir’s body was found two hours later, nearly 30 feet from where he was last seen struggling.

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Aireloom Music Studio in Mt. Morris will be hosting its third annual music lesson scholarship fundraiser variety show, “A Little Bit of Everything” on Jan. 25 at 7 p.m. at Pinecrest Grove Community Theatre, 500 Evergreen Lane, Mt Morris.

“It’s going to be a very fun night with lots of laughs, live music, and many silly songs,” said Mary Ley, Aireloom owner. “Our show raises funds for music lessons for families who can’t afford

them. Music is so important, and everyone who wants to learn should be able to take music lessons. 100 percent of the proceeds goes towards families lessons.”

Aireloom Music teaches every instrument including voice. Tickets are on sale now at aireloommusic.com or find them on Facebook and Instagram at @ AireloomMusicStudio.

Call 815-973-5697 or email aireloommusicstudio@gmail.com for more information.

IN BRIEF Meeting cancelled

School students are creating apps David L. Rahn Junior High is programming its students to think like computer scientists.

The 9-week course titled “App Creators” allows students to create and problem solve using the MIT App Inventor software in combination with a curriculum called Project

Lead The Way. The most recent project puts this students in a scenario whereby they create an app solving a real-world problem.

Students will showcase their working apps at the end of the semester on Thursday, Dec. 19.

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Due to lack of business, the regular monthly meeting of the Ogle County Regional Planning Commission sched-

uled for Thursday, Dec. 19 has been canceled. The next meeting of the Regional Planning Commission is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 23, at 6 p.m.

Jackson Glendenning and Owen Flanagan are playing the charades game they created on their apps. Photo supplied

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

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

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

BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH

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

BROOKVILLE & ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES

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

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

CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

OPEN BIBLE

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

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH Polo Campus

EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD

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

EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH

FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH

EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

2997 N. German Church Rd. Pastor Marvin Jacobs 815-732-6313 www.ebenezerreformed.com

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

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

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

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

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

GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA)

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

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

EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

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

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

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

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

POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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

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

SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

SILVER CREEK REFORMED CHURCH

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

ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH

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

NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

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

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

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

4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Matt Smith

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

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

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

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

OREGON CHURCH OF GOD

Church and Main Streets Pastor Don Plock

LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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

FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH

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

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

ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Several Forreston High School athletes were NUIC Conference honorees for the fall sports season.

Lane Lindquist was named to the second all conference golf team and Kara Erdman was named to the all conference volleyball team.

Other volleyball players honored were Alexus Houston, first team and Taylor Greenfield, Lauren Melton, and Bryvelynn Smith, honorable mentions.

Football players chosen were: Derek DeVries, first team (unanimous) offensive and defensive line; Jakob Boomgarden first team (unanimous) tight end and honorable mention, linebacker; Ethan Mulder, first team (unanimous) lnebacker, running back; Dominic Christensen second team running back, defensive back; Bailey Cullor honorable mention quarterback; Jacob Dye honorable mention offensive line; All state honors were given to DeVries, football; Mulder, football and academic team; and Boomgarden, academic team.

These Forreston HIgh School students received NUIC All-Conference honors for the fall sports season, Pictured in the front row, left to right, are: Kara Erdmann, Alexus Houston, and Brycelynn Smith. Middle row: Taylor Greenfield, Lauren Melton, Bailey Cullor, and Ethan Mulder. Back row: Jacob Dye, Dom Christensen, Jakob Boomgarden, Lane Lindquist, and Derek DeVries. Photo supplied

Remember to give, nurture the gift of reading!

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ast month’s columns addressed some of the ways our children and grandchildren might differ in relation to reading interests, places to read, and in motivation.

In January this column will explore various reading difficulties and possible ways to support struggling readers.

For this month, we will look at a basic need for all ages and all readers.

Access to books, or reading materials, is a basic need if we are going to develop lifelong readers who enjoy reading.

What if we consider access to books when we buy gifts for our children and grandchildren during the holidays and for birthdays?

First, we might want to expand our definition of “books”. Let’s think in broader terms of access to reading materials. That includes many options for even the most reluctant readers.

Consider magazines, almanacs, catalogues, or blogs and websites. We can also consider the possibilities of e-readers and electronic books.

Within that list there are several potential ideas for gift giving.

There are books about popular video games

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like Minecraft that will appeal to those who enjoy playing those games. There is built-in motivation to read these books because they give tips and insights into playing the games.

Children’s cookbooks are also plentiful. These also have built-in motivation for reading.

They can also help build a bond as we read in order to bake or cook something together with our children and grandchildren.

The librarians at your local public library would be happy to suggest books based on your child’s interests. They can also tell you the most popular books for your children’s ages.

Many times, classroom teachers can offer suggestions as well.

Speaking of libraries, if you don’t already have

a library card, you might want to stop in your local library to see about getting one. That can be a gift for the whole family.

We do want our children and grandchildren to have access to all kinds of reading materials. We also want to encourage them to read. Positive attitudes and motivation for reading are also basic needs if we want them to be lifelong readers who can and do read.

We can show that reading is important by including reading in our gift giving. If we search for materials that match their interests, we increase the chance that they will want to read.

We can spend time reading to and with them as well which will also increase motivation.

Reading is a necessary skill in the world in which we live. Information comes at us continually from all sources. Some of it is in print that we must be able to read and understand.

Being able to read can and will make a difference for our children and grandchildren in their lives both in and out of school now and in the future.

We should do anything we can do to help them value the gift of reading.

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READING MATTERS

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FHS athletes receive postseason honors

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SPORTS ROUNDUP Girls basketball Eastland 51, Forreston 22: The Cougars held the Cardinals to one point in the first quarter and seven in the second to cruise to an NUIC road win.

Erin Henze had 17 points, six steals and six assists for Eastland. Lydia Coatney added 14 points and 14 rebounds, and Karlie Krogman scored 10 points.

Forreston was led by Alexus Houston and Hagemann with six points.

Newman 53, Oregon 49: The Comets connected on nine 3-pointers on their way to a home nonconference win against the Hawks.

Alejandra Padilla paced Newman with 18 points, Josie Rank had 16, and Jordan Morthland added 11. That trio dropped in a combined eight 3s.

Jenae Bothe finished with 16 points, and Olivia Lambrigtsen added 12 for Oregon, which outscored Newman 17-6 as a fourth-quarter rally came up short.

Forreston 49, Polo 30: Mallory Patterson scored 16 points and Lindee Poper added seven for the Marcos in a home loss to the Cardinals.

Alexus Houston scored 20 points for Forreston’s Alexus Houston looks to pass as she is surrounded by Polo’s Becca Wagner, Lindee Poper, and Abby Gorzny during action Forreston. last week. Photo by Trish Patterson East Dubuque 55, Polo 22: The Marcos fell at home in NUIC play.

Marah Blake was Polo’s leading scorer with seven.

Serena 39, Oregon 34: The Hawks dropped a nonconference game on the road.

Jenae Bothe led Oregon with 21 points.

Olivia Lambrigtsen added eight.

Oregon led 11-9 after one quarter, 20-17 at halftime, and 28-26 after three, but got outscored 13-6 in the final 8 minutes.

Eastland 72, Polo 23: Erin Henze had 27 points, six steals and five assists to lead the Cougars past the Marcos in Lanark.

Also for Eastland (10-0, 3-0 NUIC East), Meredith Janssen ahd 12 points, four assists and three steals, and Lydia Coatney added 10 points, five rebounds and five assists.

Marah Blake led Polo with eight points.

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Polo’s Mallory Patterson looks to pass as Oregon’s Olivia Lambrigtsen and Ella Martin defend during a Dec. 3 game in Oregon. Photo

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Boys Basketball Oregon 68, AFC 42: A 30-point night from Trey Woolsey helped Oregon top the Raiders at the Blackhawk Center.

Woolsey scored 10 in the first quarter and 13 in the third.

Noah Campos added 11 points, and Keshon Reed scored nine for Oregon.

Peyton Lanning scored 11 for the Raiders, and Matt Thompson scored nine.

Oregon led 13-8 after one quarter, and broke things open with a 22-point second quarter and a 24-point third.

Oregon 63, Fulton 56: The Hawks knocked off the Steamers in Lanark.

Trey Woolsey had 29 points for Oregon. Ryker Finch added 15.

Sam Stephen led Fulton with 19 points. Bradlee Damhoff added 15, and Kyler Pessman scored nine.

Oregon led 19-12 after one quarter, 34-30 at halftime, and 45-42 after three quarters.

Polo 50, Oregon 49: Bennett Soltow led a balanced attack with 11 points as the Marcos edged the visiting Hawks.

Tucker Mumford finished with 10 points, and Colton Grunder added nine for Polo.

Oregon got 22 points from Trey Woolsey and 13 from Josh Sitze.

Oregon 3,455, Dixon 3,261: The Hawks used a 1,232 final game to down the Dukes in a tight dual at Plum Hollow Lanes.

Kyle Strite’s 639 series led Oregon, and included games of 215 and 225. Eddie Buttens rolled a 613 series that included a 247 final game. Jacob Smith (593 series), Charlie Bachman (589), Isaac Kaltenbrun (559) and Brandon Rowe (462) also bowled for the Hawks, who trailed 1,171-1,139 after the opening game before both teams rolled a 1,084 in the second game.

Oregon 3,181, Dixon 3,174: A 1,179 final game was just enough to push the Hawks past the Duchesses in a dual at Plum Hollow.

Ava Wight’s 598 series led Oregon, and included a 234 opening game and a 200 closing game. Sammantha Meyers rolled a 537 series, Hannah Kaltenbrun’s 535 series included a 205 final game, and Rebbeca Meyers rolled a 533 series with a 231 third game. Mackenzie Brodkowicz (495) and Elizabeth Villarreal (483) also bowled for the Hawks, who trailed 974-932 after the first game and 2,132-2,002 through two games.

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Bowling Oregon 3,552, Rockford Lutheran 2,537: The Hawks rolled to a Big Northern Conference win.

Oregon’s Jacob Smith had games of 225, 244 and 227 for a 696 series, while Isaac Kaltenbrun had games of 201, 231 and 217 for a 649 series. Eddie Buttens had a 576 series, including a 217 first game. Charlie Bachman had a 575 series, including a 214 third game. Kyle Strite’s 560 series included a 201 first game, and Jacob Davis rolled a 218 first game on his way to a 496 series.

ABOVE: Polo’s Lindee Poper shoots against Oregon during a Dec. 3 game. BELOW: Forreston’s Taylor Greenfield and Polo’s Marah Blake jump for the ball at the start of their game last week. Photos by Trish Patterson

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Stillman Valley 49, Oregon 22: The Hawks managed only two first-half field goals on their way to a road loss against the Cardinals.

Jenae Bothe led Oregon with 13 points.

Lexi Lichty scored 13 points to lead Stillman Valley, and Kayla Boyd added 11.

Polo Christmas Walk

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ABOVE LEFT: Kim Miller of Polo carries two plates of food for her daughter, Julia, and grandson Elijah, during the Polo Lions’ Dec. 7 fundraising dinner at the fire station. ABOVE RIGHT: Maddox Peterson, 8, of Polo, is a bit dismayed by his charred marshmallow in preparation of making a S’More at First State Bank of Shannon-Polo.

SPORTS COLUMN

Hawks are playing at a top-notch level right now

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s it too early for Oregon Hawk fans to book a motel room for IHSA boys state basketball tournament in March?

With the way the team is playing, it is not too outlandish to think the Hawks could be one of the final four teams in 2A. It also not too outlandish to think they could be eliminated in the regionals, as were a talented senior-laden Oregon team from four years ago.

One thing is apparent. In this area, there is not that one powerhouse 2A team. Even with Rock Falls dropping down from 3A and Winnebago doing its usual reload, there isn’t anyone around here the Hawks can’t beat.

That also includes Sterling Newman, with the area’s top player in 6-foot-8 Devon House.

The best teams in 2A are primarily from Chicago and southern Illinois. The tough teams will be beating each other up in the post season, with someone from northern Illinois maybe headed to Peoria without much of a serious challenge.

The IHSA will release assignments after Dec. 15 and it is possible the better Chicago teams would be in another super-sectional, though Chicago Corliss was placed in the DeKalb super-sectional the last couple years.

Winnebago handled Corliss in 2018, but Corliss put a severe beating on Bureau Valley last year.

When comparing Bureau Valley last year and Oregon this year, the Hawks are certainly good enough to make a super-sectional final.

If you get that far, anything is possible. Besides

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favorable draws, it also comes down to good fortune.

Two years ago at the Polo regional, Eastland missed a last-second shot that would have eliminated top seed Newman. Newman rebounded from that scare to make the state finals.

If the Eastland shot goes in, Newman goes home after its first game of the regional. That is how tenuous basketball can be.

I’m sure people from Polo would have been glad to see Eastland in the finals instead of Newman, who really got their act together by then.

Headed into key conference games the second weekend in January against Rockford Lutheran and ‘Bago, Oregon could be undefeated. A lot depends on how the team fares at the Forreston tourney, a place they have faltered in the past.

Big wins have already come against Aquin, Rockford Christian and Fulton. Combine that with a weak non-conference slate, and prospects are high for an impressive-looking record.

The non-conference scheduling was an out-

growth of the getting beat up in BNC and desire to tone down the competition a bit with smaller schools, especially in the lean years. It is does the pad the resume and makes a team appealing to A.P. voters, of which two gave Oregon top 10 votes in the first 2A poll of the year.

As coach Quinn Virgil told me in the preseason, this would be an exciting team to watch. I had my concerns after seeing them have bad first halves against South Beloit and Christian Life, two mediocre squads.

There were numerous turnovers and fundamental breakdowns. Yes, it was early in the season, but don’t these kids play all summer?

No doubt, the potential is there to be very good.

And, things did turn out for the better.

Against RC, everyone got into the act, not just Trey Woolsey. That’s what the Hawks need to be successful and the supporting cast is more than capable.

With its athleticism and quickness, Oregon is playing shut-down defense. That’s what probably will be most exciting about watching them play.

The next home game isn’t until Jan. 3 (Morrison), but the Forreston Tournament from Dec. 14-20 is a chance to see genuine small-school basketball with a smorgasbord of locals from 1A and 2A. Come on out and see what Oregon has to offer.

It may be awhile before there is anywhere close to this talent level in the school.

HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT TIME

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Oregon’s Ryker Finch defends as Rockford Christian’s Andru Carcia-Flores drives to the basket during the championship game at the Oregon Thanksgiving Tournament. The Hawks along with Forreston and Polo will be playing in the 60th Forreston Holiday Tournament at Forreston High School, starting Saturday, Dec. 14.

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60th Annual 2019 Forreston Holiday Tournament (*Top team is home, and will wear white) (JH)-Junior High (HS)-High School

#1 Winnebago Sat., 12/14 3:00 pm (HS) #9 Mon., 12/16 6:00 (JH) #21 Wed., 12/18 8:00 (JH)

Sat., 12/14 4:30 pm (HS)

#27 Thurs., 12/19 6:30 (HS)

Sat., 12/14 6:00 pm (JH) #13 Polo

#32 Fri., 12/20 6:30 (HS)

#2 Oregon Sat., 12/14 3:00 pm (JH)

#22 Wed., 12/18 8:00 (HS)

#15 Milledgeville #7 LeWin Sat., 12/14 4:30 pm (JH) #10 Orangeville

#14 Tues., 12/17 7:30 (JH)

#3 Sterling Newman Sat., 12/14 7:30 pm (HS) #14 Forreston #6 Aquin Sat., 12/14 6:00 pm (HS)

Loser #21 #25 Thurs., 12/19 8:00 (JH) Loser #22

#15 Tues., 12/17 7:30 (HS)

#28 Thurs., 12/19 8:00 (HS)

Loser #27 #31 Fri., 12/20 5:00 (HS) Loser #28

Loser #9

13th Place

#24 Thurs., 12/19 6:30 (JH)

Champions

#16 Tues., 12/17 6:00 (HS)

#11 River Ridge

#17 Wed., 12/18 5:00 (JH) Loser #10 Loser #13 #18 Wed., 12/18 6:30 (JH) Loser #14

Loser #17 #23 Thurs., 12/19 5:00 (JH) Loser # 18

15th Place

Champions

7th Place

Loser #19 #26 Thurs., 12/19 5:00 (HS) Loser #20

Loser #11 #19 Wed., 12/18 6:30 (HS) Loser #12 Loser #15 #20 Wed., 12/18 5:00 (HS) Loser #16

#30 Fri., 12/20 6:30 (JH)

Championship

3rd Place

5th Place

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#5 Pecatonica Sat., 12/14 7:30 pm. (JH)

#12 Mon., 12/16 6:00 (HS)

#12 Byron

#29 Fri., 12/20 5:00 (JH)

#13 Tues., 12/17 6:00 (JH)

11th Place

#8 Dakota

#11 Mon., 12/16 7:30 (HS)

#9 Stillman Valley #4 Eastland #10 Mon., 12/16 7:30 (JH)

Consolation

#16 Pearl City

4-H NEWS

Leaf River Soaring Eagles 4-H Club elects new officers

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Leaf River Soaring Eagle 4-H Club 2019-20 officers are (front row, from left) Logan Armbruster, Laci Williams, Lydia Sherburne, David Wehler, Kaden Lingbeck, Ashley Williams and Kiera Armbruster; and (back row) Lizzie Armbruster, Brian Immel, Annie Timmer, Xana Armbruster, Dylon Timmer and Alex Williams.

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The Leaf River Soaring Eagles 4-H Club’s new 4-H year is underway.

In September the club elected the following new officers for the year, Kaden Lingbeck, president; Annie Timmer, vice president; Xana Armbruster, secretary; Bryan Immel, treasurer; Abigail Wehler, reporter; Laci Williams, photographer; Lizzie Armbruster, historian; Logan Armbruster, Dylon Timmer, David Wehler and Alex Williams, recreation leaders; and Kiera Armbruster, Lydia Sherburne and Ashley Williams, sentinels.

Members also toured the Lingbeck farm to compare corn fields’ production, planted at different times. They also held a new year kick-off party at the Meyers farm.

Members also put up a bulletin board at Bertolet Memorial Library during National 4-H Week, Oct. 6-12.

The committee was led by Chairman Kaden Lingbeck, and the theme was “4-H Through the Decades,” and included pictures of each decade since 1910. Club members also visited Walnut Acres Nursing Home Oct. 9 in Freeport, and played bingo with the residents as a joint service and promotional project.

The club meets at 6:30 p.m. every second Monday of the month in the upper level at River Valley Complex, 605 Main St.

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OBITUARIES Barbara Lee Ludewig, 65, of Lake Carroll, died Dec. 2, 2019 surrounded by her family after a long battle with cancer at Manor Court, Freeport.

Barbara was born Feb. 27, 1954 in Freeport, the daughter of Harvey and Opal (Remmers) Wilhelms Sr. Barb married Jerry L. Ludewig on Sept. 9, 1972 in Forreston. She was a 1972 graduate of Freeport High school.

She worked for Economy Insurance Company, as a Lifeguard for YWCA, Pathwork Corner in Forreston, and as a teacher in West Carroll and Savanna.

She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church, Shannon.

Barb enjoyed quilting, sewing, spending time in her garden and planting flowers. Barb loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She took great pleasure in following their sporting events.

GRETCHEN LEE WARMOLTS Gretchen Lee Warmolts, 72, of Oregon, passed after Succumbing to chronic illness on Nov. 24, 2019.

Gretchen was born April 19, 1947. She is survived by her loving daughter, Laurrel Hayes of Rochelle, her son, Howard Hayes of Dixon, and her brother, Kim and wife Peggy of Florida. She had three grandchildren, Tylor, Natasha, and Olivia.

She loved nature, all animals, and danced to her own drummer. She will be loved and missed!

Ceremony of life TBA.

ZONING The following Ogle County zoning certificates were issued in November.

map amendment.

Harry Adams Jr., Section 24, Byron Township, agricultural storage building.

Wayne C. Ehmen, trustee, Love’s Travel Shops, Section 20, Monroe Township, special use.

Richie McCoy, Section 6, Marion Township, residential accessory building.

Haywell LLC-Westwood, Section 20, Flagg Township, residential accessory building.

Wayne C. Ehmen, trustee, Love’s Travel Shops, Section 20, Monroe Township,

Eric Zimmerman, Section 1, Oregon-Nachusa Township, residential accessory building.

Bruce Bonne, Section 35, Marion Township, addition to residential accessory building.

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BARBARA LEE LUDEWIG

Surviving are her husband, Jerry Ludewig of Lake Carroll; two daughters, Rebecca “Becky” (Patrick) Krogman and Marissa (Jay) Gurnett both of Forreston; brother, Harvey (Cathy) Wilhelms Jr. Freeport; five grandchildren, Katie Krogman, Karlie Krogman, and Parker Krogman, Autumn Gurnett, and Lilly Gurnett. Also surviving are many beloved extended family members including, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Barb was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services were Saturday, Dec. 7 at Bethel United Methodist Church with the Rev. Mike Jones officiating. Visitation was Friday, Dec. 6 at Burke Tubbs Funeral Home, Forreston.

Burial was in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.

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

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FUNDRAISING EVENT

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KB Egg Nog Jog is Dec. 28 The second annual KB Egg Nog Jog will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 28.

The early registration deadline for the jog is Dec. 7 and guarantees participants a cozy Egg Nog Jog beanie. The cost is $25.

The event will commence at the

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Warranty Deeds • Cheri L. Brodzik to Ralph W. and Cristal T Carr, 324 E. Grant St., Creston, $152,000.

• Oregon River Properties LLC to DAOA Living trust, Dean Ankney, trustee, six parcels in Rockvale Township, $575,000.

• Colin E. Hinkle and Hana E. Hinkle Peterson to Austin and Megan Carr, 160 Century Hill Drive, Oregon, $208,000.

• Leah R. Stern to Lee Ann and John D. Price IV, 1205 Illinois St., Oregon, $167,000.

• Mary C. Lee Revocable Trust to Joel Alan Detig, 16901 E. Ivy Road, Lindenwood, $127,500.

• Danielle Hall, also Danielle M. Parison, to Jeremiah Whitmire, 207 Morning Star Court, Stillman Valley, $137,500.

• Kenneth D. Nowak LLC to Maricela

Oregon VFW, 1210 W. Washington St., Oregon.

The Egg Nog Jog is a 3K run-walk through the streets of Oregon. This is not a timed event. The fun will continue inside the VFW with music, food and drinks. Registration forms are available online at kbtoughrun.com on the KB Run

Facebook page.

Proceeds from this event will benefit those in our community that are burdened by a medical crisis.

More than 80 families have been helped by the KB Fund. Their needs ranged from expenses related to cancer treatments, chronic illness, accident

recovery, special needs therapy, premature births and more.

Questions can be directed to info@ KBTOUGHRUN.com or to Josh Roos at 815-440-5180 or Julie Cain at 815519-2593. To learn more about the event and the fund visit our website at KBToughRun.com

Montelong, 7076 S. West St., Rochelle, $55,000.

• Frank A. and Raylene M. Rzasa to Christina and Patrick Southwick, 6980 N. Summit Drive, Byron, $219,000.

• The estate of Russell Johnson by heir to STKE LLC, 102 N. Locust Ave., Forreston, $25,000.

• William J. Verdun to Tiffany M. Wibben and Gary L. Greenfield, 104 S. 10th St., Oregon, $113,000.

• Barbara J. Burke to Gabriel M. and Larissa Valdivieso, 110 W. Shirley Ave., Rochelle, $134,000.

• The late Rhonda Rush by heir to Kampmeier Realty Inc., 904 W. Second St., Byron, $25,000.

• T. Palmgren Building LLC to Sandra L. Greenfield, trustee, Jackson Knolls subdivision, Byron, $251,000.

• Nathan D. and Amy Lewis to Adam K. and Rebecca S. Hazzard, 4106 N. River Road, Oregon, $405,000.

• Charles P. and Lorraine A. Hubbard to William B. and Jennifer L. Hubbard, 298 E. Egan Road, Byron, $130,000.

• Jeremy and Amanda Messenger to William E. and Nancy S. Messenger, 2750 N. Indian Heights Drive, Oregon, $120,000.

• Raymond and Faye C. Smith to Michael L. Arreguin, 316 N. Sixth St., Rochelle, $143,000.

• Ronald J. Nunez to Viengnapha and Jeremy Jones, 825 N. Seven Hickory Road, Byron, $142,000.

• John R. and Kayla M. McKinney to Rachel A. Davis living trust, Rachel A. Davis, trustee, 12521 E. High Road, Davis Junction, $34,410.

Quit Claim Deeds • Mary A. Heitman and Mary A. Flock to Mary A. and Norman L. Flock, 602 S. Third Ave., Forreston, $0.

• Douglas D. and Kristen A. Reber to Steven R. Carr and Kristen A. Reber, 472 Oregon Trail Road, Oregon, $0.

• Randal J. and Amy M. Gabardine, also Sikyta to Amy M. and Randal J. Gabaldon, 14744 W. Pilgrim Road, Woosung, $0.

• Tony Carranza to Juan I. Quinonez, 7503 S. Thorpe Road, Rochelle, $0.

Trustee’s Deeds • Koch Family Trust 807, Rogene E. Koch, trustee to Edward A. and Donna R. Weiler, 7700 S. Koch Road, Rochelle, $2,774.

• Anne C. Lammers Family Trust, Bryan G. Lammers, trustee, to Steven G. Rains, 444 N. Sagamon Lane, Taylor Township, $250,000.

Executor’s deeds • Faye M. Hadley by executors to Joel and Jenny Jakobs, one parcel in Oregon-Nachusa Township, $522,709.

• Faye M. Hadley by executors to J & J Agri Land Co. LTD, one parcel in Oregon-Nachusa Township, $655,710.

Deed of Trust • Meiners Family Trust, Raymond C. Meiners, trustee, to Elizabeth and Kenneth Obendorf, 207 W. Colden St., Polo, $105,000.

Transfer on death instrument • John M. Vendel to Deborah J. Centell-Dickson, 91 S. Blackhawk Road, Oregon, $0.

PROPERTY TRANSFERS Recorded week of Nov. 29-Dec. 5

Jeanette Heesaker, CPA Masters in Business Administration and Finance

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An eye exam is a good idea, especially if things are starting to look a little fuzzy around the edges.

Dr. Kurt K. Nelson Optometrist

629 N. Galena Avenue, Dixon, Illinois • 815-284-6866 Member of the American Optometric Association.

Therapeutic Licensed.

Source: Ogle County Recorder’s Office

Coin & Currency Live & Online Auction DATE: Saturday, December 14th 9:30am LOCATION: 421 E Stevenson Rd Ottawa IL PREVIEW: Friday, December 13th 5pm Morgan & Peace Dollars, Large & Small Size U.S. Currency, Early Commemorative Half Dollars, Indian Head & Lincoln Cents, Bust, Seated, Barber, Standing Liberty & Washington Quarters, Early Bust Half Dollars, Mint & Proof Sets, $20 Saint Gauden Gold, Complete Books of Coins & more! www.BullockAuctioneers.com

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OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF ported to the Ogle County Jail where he is held in lieu of bond.

Dec. 3 At 3:28 p.m. the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, Byron Fire Department and a Byron ambulance responded to a one vehicle accident in front of 428 E. Illinois 72.

A silver Toyota was eastbound on Illinois 72 when it left the north side of the road and struck an embankment before traveling into a field and coming to a stop.

The driver of the vehicle, Barbara A. Kinner, 81, of Oregon, was transported to Mercy Health Hospital by the Byron Ambulance with minor injuries. The accident remains under investigation.

Dec. 9 Jesse Hetrick, age 40, of Dixon, was arrested for driving while license revoked and a valid Livingston County failure to appear warrant for a DUI. Hetrick was additionally issued a citation for operating an uninsured vehicle. He was stopped at approximately 10:40 a.m. in the 6400 block of South Illinois 2. Hetrick was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Dec. 6 Tyleek Croft, age 24, of Beloit for was arrested for driving while license suspended. Croft was arrested by deputies on Illinois 251 near Davis Junction after being stopped for speeding. Croft was held in lieu of bond at the Ogle County Jail.

Christmas SERVICES

Jeremy Owens, 25, of Rockford, was arrestd on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Owens went to court and was released on a $1,000 recognizance bond. He was released from the Ogle County Jail and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 30.

Melissa Speers, 34, of Oregon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Speers went to court and was released on a $1,000 recognizance bond. She was released from the Ogle County Jail and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 27.

Christmas Events

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22ND

Let us know what’s happening in your hometown!

Christmas Program & Service 9:00AM

Email: news@oglecountynews.com

Christmas Song & Sermon Service with Holy Communion - 2:00PM

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24TH TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24TH

• Full Service Optical Lab

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Holy Communion - 9:00PM

• Contact Lenses (including bifocal & specialty lenses)

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25TH

• Comprehensive Eye Health Exams

Community Christmas Brunch 10:00AM - 12 Noon

• Diagnosis/Treatment of Eye Diseases • Great Selection of Eyeglass Frames

Faith Lutheran Church

Northwest Eyecare • 815.732.3121 314 W. Washington St. • Oregon, IL www.northwesteyecare.com

SM-ST1732169 SM-ST1732083

Second & Birch Street • P.O. Box 604 • Forreston, IL 815-938-3203 • faithinforreston@yahoo.com Handicap Accessible

• Friday, December 13, 2019

Dec. 7 Tommie L. Hurst, age 29 of Belleview, Florida, was placed under arrest for no valid driver’s license and obstructing a peace officer at approximately 1:48 a.m. following a traffic stop in the 5000 block of North Illinois 2. Hurst was also issued citations for illegal transportation of alcohol and operation of a vehicle without proper lighting. Hurst was trans-

Ralph McCormick, 35, of Chana, was arrsted on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to report a change of address.

McCormick went to court and was released on a $10,000 recognizance bond. He is scheudled tol appear in court on Dec. 18.

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Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following police activity

Christmas

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SERVICES

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST 102 Maple Ave., Mt. Morris 61054

(815) 734-4853 www.disciplesumc.org

Christmas Eve Services at 4:30 pm and 11:00 pm SM-ST1732142

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All are welcome! It’s a joyful celebration with Carols, Communion, and Candlelight

St. Paul Lutheran Church

114 S. 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois • 815-732-2367

Dec. 24th • 5:30 PM & 10:30 PM Christmas Eve Worship Candlelight & Communion

We invite you to join us as we celebrate the birth of our Lord during our Christmas Worship Service

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Worship With Us This Christmas Season

Celebrate Christmas with your local United Methodist HUB Cluster Churches!

St. James Lutheran Church

West Grove Rd. at Columbine Rd., Forreston Karyn Kost, Pastor

*All services on Christmas Eve unless otherwise noted

223 W Middle St, Franklin Grove, IL

Senior Choir and Brass Ensemble Joint service with Freedom Lutheran Church held at 1st Presbyterian Church, Oregon

Chana United Methodist Church 7:00 pm Traditional Candlelight Service 606 Main St, Chana, IL

Tuesday, December 24th Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship • 7:00PM Wednesday, December 25th • 10:30AM Christmas Day Festive Worship SM-ST1732178

Lighthouse United Methodist Church 8:30 pm Traditional Candlelight Service 4962 S Daysville Road, Oregon, IL

Oregon United Methodist Church 4:00 pm Traditional Candlelight Service 200 S 4th St, Oregon, IL

Come Celebrate the Joy!

This Christmas Season Worship With Us At:

Trinity Evangelical L U T H E R A N C H U RC H

8:00 PM

308 E Brayton Road, Mount Morris

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

www.trinitymmil.net • 815-734-6354

Please join us on Tuesday, December 24 4:00 pm & 8:00 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

702 E. Dixon Street Polo, IL 61064 officepolofaithumc@gmail.com SM-ST1732173

815-946-3212

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Faith United Methodist Church

See all the HUB churches Christmas Schedules at

Sunday, December 22nd • 11:00AM “LESSONS AND CAROLS”

www.RochelleUMC.com/Christmas

Ashton United Methodist Church & Franklin Grove United Methodist Church 9:00 pm Combined Traditional Candlelight Service

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EDUCATION

Area high school students named state scholars The Illinois Student Assistance Commission, which provides information and financial assistance to college-bound students, has released its list of the 2020-21 State Scholars.

Honored students are in the top 10% of high school seniors across the state, based on a combination of their ACT or SAT test scores and sixth semester class rank.

In all, more than 17,500 students from 726 schools achieved recognition this year. More than 21,000 last year, but fewer schools were involved in submitting information to the commission, ISAC representative Lynne Baker said.

Honorees are announced based on the year they will begin their post-secondary education, not on the year they graduate from high school.

The honor comes with a congratulatory letter from ISAC, a certificate of achievement, and a downloadable digital Illinois State Scholar badge that can be displayed on students’ online profiles and social media platforms to share with prospective col-

leges and employers.

Schools that submitted information to the ISAC the earliest received the status of their students earlier than other schools, Baker said.

Honorees are: Byron: Ryan Benidt, Madeline Brass, Ashton Johnson, Ethan Kirk, Madeline Libman, Kennedy Markham, Katelin Mumma, Melody Phelps, Dayne Snodgrass, Kennedy Turner, Amanda Williams and Brock Wilson Forreston: Nicole Fox Oregon: Tanner Clayton, Josey Fox, Lauren Montavon, Cynthia Nyderek and Elizabeth Villarreal Polo: Gabriel Boothe, Audrey Hess, Jakob Kindle, Tucker Mumford, Scott Prerost, Patrick Wright, Nicole Zeigler Stillman Valley: Paxton Barrett, Paige Broski, Adrianne Hall, William Havens, Haylee King, Grant McClendon, Brooke Mickey, Alysa Morrison, Alexis Reisinger, Ashley Rhodes, Holland Smits, Emma Thurow and Alexandra Tomlitz

Maryland Township Road taxing district, Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a Truth in Taxation Hearing December 20, 2019, at 7:00 pm in the Maryland Township Building.

The preceding year’s property taxes were $102,501.

The proposed aggregate levy for the current year is $122,550.

This represents a percentage increase of 19.5%.

Maryland Township residents are welcome to attend this hearing.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE NO. 2017-TX-17: TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND TO ALL INTERESTED DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES THEREOF, INCLUDING AMONG OTHERS ILLINOIS PUBLIC AID CONSULTANT, ILLINOIS DEPT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPT OF HEALTHCARE & FAMILY SERVICES (PUBLIC AID) GENERAL COUNSEL AND OGLE COUNTY CLERK, OGLE COUNTY TREASURER, OGLE COUNTY STATES ATTORNEY, CITY OF OREGON, COMMONWEALTH EDISON CO, LOST LAKE UTILITY DISTRICT, UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS, AND TO OCCUPANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED:

Parcel Number 14-16-262-005 14-16-262-005 14-16-262-005

14-16-262-005 14-16-262-005 16-04-432-002 09-11-306-006 09-11-306-006 09-11-306-006 09-11-306-006 09-11-306-006 09-11-306-006 09-11-306-006 11-22-278-005 22-08-201-028 22-08-201-029 22-08-204-009 22-08-204-009 22-08-277-017 22-08-277-017 22-08-404-003

22-08-453-002 22-08-453-002 22-08-453-002 22-08-453-006 22-08-476-003 22-09-101-012 22-09-101-012

Owners/Parties Interested DEWEY, ANDREW P SR DEWEY, VIRGINIA L DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST

TTEE HSI ASSET TR 2007-HE1

CITY CLERK TAX LIEN INVESTMENTS BLAKE, CONNIE HEFLEY, CHARLES SORESI, JOE ROBERTS, ROBERTA GIESE, JUDY

HEIRS AND DEVISEES

HEIRS AND DEVISEES TAX LIEN INVESTMENTS MORLEY, CHRISTOPHER A WHITMAN, MICHELLE WHITMAN, MICHELLE KOHS, DARRICK W KOHS, SUSAN CHMURA, WALTER CHMURA, TERESA STANCEL, JOHN F & MARIA P

THE STANCEL FAMILY REVOCABLE LIVING TR ROGERS, JESSICA A ROGERS, JASON FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB SALEMI, RYAN

NKA- QUIPSE, NERISSA HARVEY, FRANK HARVEY, KELLIE

Cert Number Street Or Common Address 2016-00016 410 S. DIVISION AVE. 2016-00016 410 S. DIVISION AVE. 2016-00016 410 S. DIVISION AVE.

2016-00016 410 S. DIVISION AVE. 2016-00016 2016-00175 2016-00195 2016-00195 2016-00195 2016-00195 2016-00195

410 S. DIVISION AVE. 503 S. 8TH ST. 117 E. SOUTH PARK DR. 117 E. SOUTH PARK DR. 117 E. SOUTH PARK DR. 117 E. SOUTH PARK DR. 117 E. SOUTH PARK DR.

2016-00195 117 E. SOUTH PARK DR. 2016-00195 2016-00203 2016-00213 2016-00214 2016-00215 2016-00215 2016-00216 2016-00216 2016-00219

117 E. SOUTH PARK DR. 102 N. ELM ST. MISSISSIPPI DR. MISSISSIPPI DR. MISSISSIPPI DR. MISSISSIPPI DR. CRABAPPLE CT. CRABAPPLE CT. WILD RICE LN.

2016-00222 2016-00222 2016-00222 2016-00223 2016-00224

CHIPPEWA LN. CHIPPEWA LN. CHIPPEWA LN. CHIPPEWA LN. MISSISSIPPI DR.

2016-00228 TIMBER TRAIL DR. 2016-00228 TIMBER TRAIL DR.

TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID PARCELS WERE SOLD ON NOVEMBER 2, 2017, FOR GENERALTAXES FOR THE YEAR 2016 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES MAY 14, 2020. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX DEEDS HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED PARCELS BY OGLE COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JUNE 4, 2020 AT 11:30 AM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX DEED ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID PARCEL NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE MAY 14, 2020. /S/ OGLE COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 105 S. 5TH ST STE 104, OREGON, IL 61061 TELEPHONE: (815) 732-1110 SM-ST28760-1220

December 6,13, 20, 2019

STATE POLICE

The Illinois State Police (ISP) have announced the results of special traffic enforcement patrols (STEP) in Lee, Ogle

and Whiteside Counties during November.

These STEPs allowed the ISP to provide increased enforcement for impaired driving, occupant restraint, speeding, and distracted driving violations during

the national “click it or ticket” campaign.

There were 33 occupant restraint violations in November. Two driving while under the influence and drug/alcohol-related citations were issued.

A total of 116 speeding citations and warnings were made and seven distracted driving citations and warnings were made.

There were a total of 143 citations and 61 total written warnings.

ORDINANCE NO. 2019-0001 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A BUDGET AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE MT MORRIS FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 1, 2019 AND ENDING AUGUST 31, 2020.

INSURANCE FUND BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION Insurance Package Premiums for General and Vehicle Liability, Casualty to Fire Trucks; Bodily Injury and Property Liability; MultiPeril Vehicle and Property Damage; Casualty and Bodily Injury Insurance Coverage; Extended Coverage at Firehouse and Errors and Omissions Professional Liability Coverage $ 24,000.00 Insurance Premium for Worker’s Compensation Insurance for Full Time Paid Fire Fighters, Full and Part time paid Ambulance Personnel and Reserve Fire Fighters Insurance Premium for Accident Policy for Reserve Fire Fighters 51,654.00 Contribution to Illinois Department of Employment Security for Unemployment Compensation for 11,000.00 All Personnel 2,000.00 TOTAL INSURANCE FUND BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION $ 88,654.00 ANTICIPATED CASH BALANCE - INSURANCE FUND AT AUGUST 31, 2020 $144,409.00 SECTION V. The Trustees shall have the power and authority during the aforesaid Fiscal Year from time to time, as in their judgment may be necessary, to make transfers among the various line item appropriations for the purpose of meeting exigencies that may arise during the year to the extent permitted by law.

President of the Board of Trustees of the Mt Morris Fire Protection District The undersigned, being the duly appointed and acting Treasurer of the Mt Morris Fire Protection District, as chief fiscal officer of said District, certifies that the estimate of receipts set forth above in Ordinance No. 2019-0001, being the Budget and Appropriation Ordinance of the Mt Morris Fire Protection District for the fiscal year beginning September 1, 2019 and ending August 31, 2020 correctly states the revenues, by source, anticipated to be received by the said Fire Protection District for the fiscal year indicated. This certification is made in compliance with the provisions of 35 ILCS 200/18-50.

Dated this 18th day of November, 2019.

Treasurer, Board of Trustees Mt Morris Fire Protection District December 13, 2019

• Friday, December 13, 2019

SECTION VI. This Ordinance shall be known as Ordinance No. 2019-0001 and shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the Mt Morris Fire Protection District, Ogle County, Illinois, within thirty (30) days of the date. here of. The newspaper shall furnish a certificate of publication to the Secretary of the Fire Protection District, which certificate shall be placed in the official records of the Fire District and this Ordinance shall be BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF MT MORRIS FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AS FOLLOWS: in full force and effect from and after ten (10) days of its publication. PASSED by the Board SECTION I. That the following is an estimate, by source, of the expected receipts of Trustees of the Mt Morris Fire Protection District of Ogle County, Illinois this 18th day of and revenues of the Mt Morris Fire Protection District General Fund, for the Fiscal Year November, 2019 and filed with the Secretary of the said Fire Protection District the same beginning September 1, 2019 and ending August 31, 2020: date.

Expected Cash Balance-Fire-Sep 1, 2019 $ 308,756.00 Expected Cash Bal-Ambulance-Sep 1, 2019 44,179.00 Ayes: 4 Real Estate Property Tax Receipts-Fire 209,395.00 Nays: 0 Real Estate Property Tax Receipts-Ambulance 209,395.00 Absent: 1 Real Estate Property Tax Receipts-Rescue 26,174.00 Interest Income & Replacement Tax 21,000.00 Fee Income-Ambulance 275,000.00 Marjie Lindquist, Secretary of the Total Estimated Receipts and Fund Balance $1,093,899.00 Board of Trustees of the Mt Morris Fire Protection District SECTION II. That the following sums of money be and they are hereby budgeted and appropriated for corporate purposes for the Mt Morris Fire Protection District, a Fire Approved by the President of the Board of Trustees of the Mt Morris Protection District in Mt Morris Township, Ogle County, Illinois for the Fiscal Year beginning Fire Protection District of Ogle County, Illinois, this 18th day of November, 2019.

September 1, 2019 and ending August 31,2020 for the following purposes: 1. Salaries, Firefighters $ 85,395.00 2. Salaries, Trustees 5,500.00 3. Salaries, Ambulance Personnel 372,145.00 4. Operating Expense 15,500.00 President Presid Pre sident sid ent 5. Attorney and Auditor Fees 7,500.00 CERTIFICATE 6. Travel Expenses 500.00 The undersigned Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the Mt. Morris Fire Protection District, 7. Firefighter/Ambulance Training Expense 9,000.00 a Fire Protection District organized and existing under the laws of the State of Illinois, certifies 8. Office Expense 14,750.00 9. Utility Expense 17,000.00 that on the day and date hereof, she was the duly appointed, acting and qualified Secretary 10. Building & Grounds Maintenance 22,000.00 of the said Fire Protection District; that in her capacity as Secretary she is the official keeper 11. Publication of Ordinances 1,250.00 of the records, minutes and resolutions of said Fire Protection District and that the document 12. Contingencies 1,500.00 attached hereto is a true and correct copy of Ordinance No. 13. Dues & Licenses 3,000.00 14. Prevention/Education/Health & Safety Programs 1,000.00 2019-0001 entitled: 15. New Tools & Small Equipment 29,000.00 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A BUDGET AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE 16. Rural Fill Sites 750.00 MT MORRIS FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS FOR THE FISCAL 17. Billings & Collections 15,000.00 YEAR BEGINNING September 1, 2019 AND ENDING AUGUST 31, 2020.

18. Medical Supplies 10,500.00 19. Vehicle Repair & Maintenance 40,743.00 the original of which is part of the official records of the said Mt. Morris Fire Protection 20. Fire/Rescue Apparatus Replacement 61,431.00 District.

21. Ambulance Replacement 27,500.00 Dated this 18th day of November, 2019.

22. Loan Repayment 0.00 TOTAL BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION - ALL FUNDS $ 740,964.00 ANTICIPATED CASH BALANCE - ALL FUNDS AT AUGUST 31, 2020 $352,935.00 Marjie Lindquist, Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the Mt Morris SECTION III. That the following is an estimate, by source, of the expected Fire Protection District receipts and revenues of the Mt Morris Fire Protection District Insurance Fund, for the Fiscal Year beginning September 1, 2019 and ending August 31, 2020: The undersigned certifies that on the day and date hereof, he was the duly appointed, Estimated Cash Balance at September 1, 2019 $144,409.00 qualified and acting President of the Mt Morris Fire Protection District; that on the day and Real Estate Property Tax Receipts 88,654.00 date hereof MARJIE LUNDQUIST was the duly appointed, qualified and acting Secretary of Total Estimated Receipts and Fund Balance $233,063.00 the said Mt Morris Fire Protection District and in such capacity was the keeper of the official SECTION IV. That the following sums of money may be and are hereby budgeted records, minutes and resolutions of the said Fire Protection District. and appropriated for the Mt Morris Fire Protection District's Insurance Fund for the Fiscal Dated this 18th day of November, 2019 Year beginning September 1, 2019 and ending August 31, 2020, for the purpose of paying insurance premiums:

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER PLAINTIFF, -vsSTANLEY E. LIEDEL; PATRICIA M. LIEDEL; UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; DEFENDANTS NO. 18 CH 61 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on March 8, 2019; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on January 10, 2020 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: PARCEL NO. 1: LOT 204 IN LOST NATION WOODLAND HOMESTEADS NO. 3, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 42 THROUGH 52 AND LOTS 86 THROUGH 91 OF LOST NATION WOODLAND HOMESTEADS NO. 1 AND PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK J OF PLATS PAGE 46 AS DOCUMENT NO. 392274; PARCEL 2: LOT 205 IN LOST NATION WOODLAND HOMESTEADS NO. 3, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 42 THROUGH 52 AND LOTS 86 THROUGH 91 OF LOST NATION WOODLAND HOMESTEADS NO. 1 AND PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK J OF PLATS PAGE 46 AS DOCUMENT NO. 392274.

Commonly known as 502 Woodland Drive, Dixon, IL 61021Permanent Index No.: 22-09-176-004 and 22-09-176-005Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

The judgment amount was $134,585.69. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this 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 Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717The notice of sale of a common interest community or a condominium unit under subsection (c) of Section 15-1507 of the Code of Civil Procedure shall state that the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. The statement of assessment account issued by the association to a unit owner under subsection (i) of Section 18 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, and the disclosure statement issued to a prospective purchaser under Section 22.1 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, shall state the amount of the assessments and the legal fees, if any, required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act.If the property being sold is a condominium, you are admonished to read the responsibilities created under Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper One of Plaintiff's Attorneys Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119) Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)Debra Miller (6205477) THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. December 6,13,20, 2019

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.AMANDA S RUTLEDGE Defendant 18 CH 7 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 4, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on January 10, 2020, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 34 IN WINDOVER PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LOCATED IN THE VILLAGE OF HILLCREST, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 27, 1994 AND CORRECTION THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 5, 1994 IN BOOK 1994 AT PAGE 8939, ALL IN PLAT FILE C AT PAGE 34 IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 206 WINDWARD COURT, ROCHELLE, IL 61068 Property Index No. 24-12-152-012

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088.

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

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 265398 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Case Number: 18 CH 7 TJSC#: 39-6064 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER PLAINTIFF, -vsSTANLEY E. LIEDEL; PATRICIA M. LIEDEL; UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; DEFENDANTS NO. 18 CH 61 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on March 8, 2019;Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on January 10, 2020 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Commonly known as 502 Woodland Drive, Dixon, IL 61021Permanent Index No.: 22-09-176-004 and 22-09-176-005Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

The judgment amount was $134,585.69. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this 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 Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 The notice of sale of a common interest community or a condominium unit under subsection (c) of Section 15-1507 of the Code of Civil Procedure shall state that the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. The statement of assessment account issued by the association to a unit owner under subsection (i) of Section 18 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, and the disclosure statement issued to a prospective purchaser under Section 22.1 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, shall state the amount of the assessments and the legal fees, if any, required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. If the property being sold is a condominium, you are admonished to read the responsibilities created under Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper One of Plaintiff's Attorneys Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119) Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)Debra Miller (6205477) THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. December 6,13,20, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.AMANDA S RUTLEDGE Defendant 18 CH 7 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 4, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on January 10, 2020, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 206 WINDWARD COURT, ROCHELLE, IL 61068 Property Index No. 24-12-152-012 The real estate is improved with a blue vinyl siding, two story single family home with an attached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted.

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088.

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

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 265398 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Case Number: 18 CH 7 TJSC#: 39-6064 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Position would include but not limited to street and sidewalk maintenance repair and snow plowing. Mechanical experience a plus. Village of Mt. Morris offers a full benefit package includes which medical, dental and vision.

Applications are available in the Village Clerk's Office located at 105 W Lincoln Street Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm., or on our website www.mt morrisil.net through December 20th. Mt. Morris is an equal opportunity employer.

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Leaf River Telephone Company Eligible Telecommunications Carrier Services Leaf River Telephone Company proudly offers services and functionalities designed to exceed the Federal Communication Commission's (FCC) requirements as stated in C.F.R. ยง 54.101, including Single party service, including local usage Access to interexchange service through the public switched network Dual tone multi-frequency signaling Access to emergency services ? Access to operator services and directory assistance services Toll limitation for qualifying low-income consumers The current rates and charges for the above-listed services and functionalities can be found in the tariffs on file at the appropriate governing agencies and are subject to change upon proper notice. (See National Exchange Carrier Association (NECA) Tariff Number 5 on file with the FCC and Leaf River Telephone Company Tariff Number 5 on file with the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC).

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF ORDINANCE NO. 2019-14 AN ORDINANCE TO LEVY AND ASSESS A BUILDING MAINTENANCE TAX FOR FORRESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, VILLAGE OF FORRESTON, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING MAY 1, 2019 AND ENDING APRIL 30, 2020 WHEREAS, 75 ILCS 5/3-4 authorizes the Board of Trustees to levy an additional tax for the purchase of sites and buildings, for the construction and equipment of buildings, for the rental of buildings required for library purposes, and for maintenance, repairs, and alteration of library buildings, and equipment; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Forreston have determined that the levy of the aforesaid additional tax is necessary to carry out the purposes of the Village to maintain the public library.

BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Trustees of Village of Forreston, Ogle County, Illinois, there shall be levied an additional tax of .02% of the value of all taxable property within said Village, pursuant to 75 ILCS 5/3-4, for the purchase of sites and buildings, for the construction and equipment of buildings, for the rental of buildings required for library purposes, and for maintenance, repairs, and alterations of library buildings and equipment as permitted by law, and subject to the right of the electors in said Village to petition and require an election concerning the imposition of such tax as provided by 75 ILCS 513/4.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance shall be effective upon adoption.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that within fifteen (15) days from the date of adoption of this ordinance, it shall be published in the Forreston Journal, a newspaper of general circulation in the Village of Forreston.

DATED at Forreston, Illinois on the 2nd day of December, 2019.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE: 1. The specific number of voters required to sign a petition requesting that the question of adoption of this ordinance be submitted to the electors of the Village is 88.

2. The petition must be filed on or before January 6, 2020.

3. A referendum would be held or Ordinance #2019-14 would be rescinded.

Michelle Drayton Village Clerk of. Forreston

ORDINANCE NO. 2019-14 AN ORDINANCE TO LEVY AND ASSESS A BUILDING MAINTENANCE TAX FOR FORRESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, VILLAGE OF FORRESTON, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING MAY 1, 2019 AND ENDING APRIL 30, 2020 WHEREAS, 75 ILCS 5/3-4 authorizes the Board of Trustees to levy an additional tax for the purchase of sites and buildings, for the rental of buildings required for library purposes, and for maintenance, repairs, and alterations of library buildings and equipment; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Forreston have determined that the levy of the aforesaid additional tax is necessary to carry out the purposes of the Village to maintain the public library.

BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Trustees of Village of Forreston, Ogle County, Illinois, there shall be levied an additional tax of .02% of the value of all taxable property within the Village, pursuant to 75 ILCS 513-4, for the purchase of sites and building, for the construction and equipment of buildings, for the rental of buildings, required for library purposes, and for maintenance, repairs, and alterations of library buildings and equipment as permitted by law, and subject to the right of the electors in said District to petition and require an election concerning the imposition of such tax as provided by 75 ILCS 5/3/4.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this Ordinance shall be effective upon adoption.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that within fifteen (15) days from the date of adoption of this ordinance, it shall be published in the FORRESTON JOURNAL. a newspaper of general circulation in the Village of Forreston along with a notice as provided by 75 ILCS 5/3-4.

DATED at Forreston, Illinois on this 2nd day of December, 2019.

VILLAGE OF FORRESTON Ogle County, Illinois By: Mark Metzger Attest: Michelle Drayton, Clerk Ayes: 5 Nays: Absent: Abstained: 1

December 13, 2019

Public notice is hereby given that on January 9, 2020 in of Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as this matter may be heard, a Petition will be heard for the change of name of Laura Lee Johnson Douglas to Laura Lee Johnson pursuant to 735 ILCS 5-/21-10 et seq in court Room #202., Laura Lee Johnson Douglas Petitioner November 29, December 6,13, 2019 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: RANDALL A. HESS, Petitioner, Vs. ROSE M. HESS, Respondent Case No. 2019 D 60 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you the Respondent, ROSE M. HESS, in the above entitled action, that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Ogle County by the Petitioner against you praying for a dissolution of marriage and for other relief.

NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the Respondent, ROSE M. HESS, file your answer to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or otherwise make your appearance, in the Circuit Court of Ogle County, held in the Ogle County Judicial Center in the City of Oregon, Illinois, on or before January 9, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of the Petitioner, RANDALL A. HESS. Dated this 13th day of November, 2019 Kimberly Stahl TB Circuit Clerk Prepared by: TESS, CRULL & ARNQUIST Attorneys for Petitioner P.O. Box 68 Rochelle, IL 61068 (815) 562-8754 - phone (815) 562-3412 - fax lawyers@tesscruIllaw.com randall Ness affidavit- K 102819 November 29, December 6,13, 2019 STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: LEOTA CAVANAUGH Deceased.

CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of LEOTA CAVANAUGH. Letters of Office were issued on December 3, 2019, to TERESA ANN WOLBER, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.

Claims against the estate may be filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061- or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276 tom@suitslegal.com No. 2019 P 97 By: TERESA ANN WOLBER Independent Executor December 13,20,27, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Estate of: GERALD E. EIDEN, No. 2019P90 Deceased

ROBERT CURTIS McKEAN, Deceased.

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CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Robert Curtis McKean. Letters of office were issued on November 20, 2019 to Michele Lirgameris, 18024 W. Stockton Court, Gurnee, IL 60031, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, WilliamsMcCarthyllp, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, 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 November, 2019.

MICHELE LIRGAMERIS,Independent Executor For the Estate of ROBERT CURTIS McKEAN, Deceased

Dated: November 19, 2019 Vincent J. Eiden, Representative Rebecca A. Rodriguez - ARDC 6331504 WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C. Attorneys for Estate 202 E. 5th Street | P.O. Box 400 Sterling, IL 61081 P: 815.625.8200 rodriguez@wmpj.com

Visit the American Kennel Club website (www.akc.org) for tips on how to avoid getting scammed and to find a responsible dog breeder.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITCOUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, Plaintiff(s), vs.

CHERYL A. SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant(s).

Case No. 19 CH 38 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALEOF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on January 10, 2020, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the OGLE PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX, 202 S 1ST STREET, OREGON, IL 61061, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit:Common Address: 309 N. PRAIRIE, POLO, IL 61064P.I.N. 14-09-462-012 Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information.

The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. The property is improved by a Single Family Residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for inspection prior to sale.If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Ira T. Nevel - ARDC #06185808 Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172 Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847 Aaron Nevel - ARDC #6322724 Joseph Baldwin - ARDC #6323598175 North Franklin St. Suite 201Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com SL# 19-01634 December 13,20,27, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, Plaintiff(s), vs.

CHERYL A. SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant(s).

Case No. 19 CH 38 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALEOF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on January 10, 2020, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the OGLE PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX, 202 S 1ST STREET, OREGON, IL 61061, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit:LOTS 9 AND 10 EXCEPT SOUTH 23 FEET OF SAID LOT 10 TO BLOCK 1 IN WEBSTER'S ADDITION TO THE TOWN, NOW CITY OF POLO, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.Common Address: 309 N. PRAIRIE, POLO, IL 61064P.I.N. 14-09-462-012 Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information.The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. The property is improved by a Single Family Residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for inspection prior to sale.If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Ira T. Nevel - ARDC #06185808 Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172 Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847 Aaron Nevel - ARDC #6322724 Joseph Baldwin - ARDC #6323598175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com SL# 19-01634 December 13,20,27, 2019

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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Kim D. Krahenbuhl WilliamsMcCarthyLLP P.O. Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 (815) 732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com

Notice is given of the death of GERALD E. EIDEN. Letters of Office were issued to VINCENT J. EIDEN, 9530 Poplar Hill Dr., Crestwood, KY 40014, as Representative, whose attorneys are WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C., 202 E. 5th Street, Sterling, Illinois 61081.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Suite #300, Oregon, IL 61061, or with the Representative, or both, on or before May 26, 2020, 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 (10) days after it has been filed.

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FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Lenny Bryson – Auctioneer 11749 West Judson Road Polo, IL 61064 Ph) 815-946-4120

OWNER: Stan Weber ATTORNEY: Tom Suits

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For complete listing of sale bill, maps, tax info, and terms & conditions, etc. visit www.lennybrysonauctioneer.com FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Lenny Bryson – Auctioneer 11749 West Judson Road Polo, IL 61064 Ph) 815-946-4120

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2019 SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Invest in yourself, not in someone else. Don’t let anyone sidetrack you or cost you money. Look at your overhead and see what you can do to ensure that your future is financially secure.

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SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Follow your gut when dealing with people and propositions. A lifestyle change looks promising.

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