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MT.Times MORRIS February 26, 2015 Volume 47, Number 52 - $1.00

Smooth Finish

Toy Shows

Guest Column

The Oregon Hawks ended the regular season with a 60-38 win over Stillman Valley. B1

The annual farm toy shows return to Polo and Forreston in March. A10

Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle addresses commercial truck lengths on rural roads A8

Rauner’s plan could spell woes

Polo 4th grader is champion speller

for village coffers

Oregon’s Cermak is second in bee

Municipalities could see drastic cuts in revenue

By Vinde Wells Editor Local village and city officials say the state budget cuts proposed by Gov. Bruce Rauner last week would put a significant strain on their finances.

In fact, one called the potential loss “disastrous.”

“It would be disastrous for us if they did that,” Mt. Morris Village Treasurer Bruce True said Monday. “I don’t think the legislature is going to do it, but we have to be prepared.”

In a speech Feb. 18, Rauner laid out his plan to reduce the share of state income tax revenues that goes to municipalities from eight percent to four percent for the state’s fiscal year that begins July 1.

The governor’s plan is the opening round of proposals and counter-proposals that are typically introduced before the state legislature approves the final budget.

In dire financial straits for the last several years, the state is currently facing an estimated $9 billion deficit.

“This is our last, best chance to get our house in order,” Rauner said during his address.

While True agreed that the state must cut spending, he said Rauner’s proposal would mean a 14 to 15 percent loss of revenue for the village in the coming year.

Instead of the anticipated $288,000 in income tax revenue for the year, Mt. Morris would receive only about $144,000, a substantial portion of its estimated $1 million in revenues, he said.

The timing is less than ideal as well, True said. With the fiscal year for village and cities beginning May 1, local governments will have to set their budgets before they know what the final result will be in Springfield.

True pointed out that with the state income tax rate declining from five percent to 3.5 percent as of Jan. 1, the revenues from that source were already going to be reduced.

True said he and other Turn to A10

Polo housing slated for HUD upgrades

By Vinde Wells Editor Although Ogle County Housing and Urban Development (HUD) were expecting to get federal funding from HUD’s Capital Fund Program, this year’s amount came as a pleasant surprise.

“It’s a Capital Fund grant.

was spelling one final word correctly. The word she was given was Borzoi, a large Russian wolfhound.

By Jermaine Pigee Zeigler confidently Sauk Valley Media stepped to the microphone in the packed auditorium Back and forth went of Dixon High School, and Rebekah Zeigler and Lydia correctly spelled the word.

Cermak, the final spellers “I feel really good about left Feb. 19 in the Lee/ winning,” Zeigler said with Ogle Regional Spelling Bee a wide smile. “My mom and after 24 others had been dad helped me a lot.” eliminated.

Zeigler had served notice Finally, Cermak, a sixth- last year as a third-grader, grader at Oregon Elementary the youngest grade eligible School, was tripped up by the in the bee, by finishing 10th. word tuckahoe.

Students in the third through Zeigler, a fourth-grader eighth grades can compete. at Centennial Elementary By winning this year, School, Polo, responded Zeigler, the 9-year-old quickly by correctly spelling daughter of Mark and Alissa Lydia Cermak, Oregon, concentrates on spelling a word lederhosen. After 28 rounds, Zeigler, receives an allduring the Lee/Ogle Regional Spelling Bee in Dixon on victory, and a trip to the expenses-paid trip for two to national bee, was within National Harbor, Md., just Feb. 19. Photo by Alex T. Paschal, Sauk Valley Media Ziegler’s reach. south of Washington, D.C., All that stood in the way to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee that begins May 24 and concludes May 29.

She also won a $100 U.S. savings bond, a Webster’s Third New International Dictionary, and an online subscription to Encyclopedia Britannica.

Statistics suggest Zeigler’s win should not be a surprise. Thirteen of the past 16 winners in the Lee/Ogle contest were girls. Nationally, since the competition started in 1983, 53 percent of bee contestants have been female.

Also, of the past champions, 78 percent had participated in the Lee/Ogle bee in previous years.

Finally, eight of the past nine champions have come from Ogle County.

For finishing in second place, Cermak will receive a Kindle Paperwhite and a Merriam-Webster’s Fourth grader student Rebekah Zeigler, representing Polo’s Centennial Elementary Collegiate Dictionary.

We get it once a year, but it’s about double what we usually get,” Ogle County HUD Executive Director David Ditzler said Monday.

“That will help us out a ton.”

A press release last week from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced School, smiles after winning the Lee/Ogle Regional Spelling Bee on Feb. 19. Photo by that Ogle County will receive Alex T. Paschal, Sauk Valley Media Turn to A3

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Oregon to get new Ace Hardware

By Vinde Wells Editor An Oregon businessman’s plan to open an Ace Hardware store in town passed its first hurdle Tuesday evening when the city council approved his rezoning request.

The city council unanimously approved a request from Tom Felker, owner of Snyder Pharmacy, to rezone the property he owns at 206 N. Third St., from R-1 Residential to Commercial to allow him to expand the drug store to include a hardware store.

The Oregon Plan Commission unanimously approved the zoning change during a Feb. 17 meeting and recommended approval This is a preliminary graphic of a proposed Snyder to the city council, which Pharmacy/Ace Store to be located on the northeast has the final say. corner of the Ill. 2, Franklin Street intersection in Oregon.

Felker said he hopes

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to break ground for the expansion as soon as possible this spring.

“We’re looking forward to it,” he said after the Tuesday meeting. “It’s an opportunity. If I’d had a crystal ball I would have done it last fall before Basler’s closed.”

Basler’s Ace Hardware on Pines Road at the south edge of Oregon closed Oct. 1 of last year when owner Jeff Basler retired.

Mayor Tom Stone said he is pleased about the new project.

“I’m very happy about it,” he said. “I’ve been working on this for six months. I’ve talked to Hardware Hank and True Value as well as Ace. I’m glad it’s Tom Felker who’s doing it because he always does a good job.”

Three other locations were considered, Stone said,

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including the empty Bemis Motors building on Fourth Street, and two former Basler locations — the one on Pines Road and the other on the corner of Third and Washington Streets in the downtown.

According to a preliminary drawing, a 75 by 130 foot addition will be built onto the north side of the Snyder Pharmacy building at 201 N. Fourth St., on the corner of Fourth (Ill. 2) and Franklin Streets.

Felker said the present pharmacy will become the hardware store and the new addition will be the pharmacy. The two will be connected.

“We will take out the wall between them,” Felker said.

A house on the rezoned property, which is northeast of the pharmacy, will be razed to make way for a

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larger parking lot.

The next step, Felker said, is to get the approval of the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to move the drive-thru which opens onto Fourth Street (Ill. 2) farther to the north.

The current drive on the north side of the pharmacy provides access to the business’ drive-thru window.

Felker said he will ask IDOT to allow the driveway to be relocated to the north side of the new building.

Stone said a package liquor license for the pharmacy has been discussed, but Felker has not filed a request for that.

The city currently has an open package liquor license due to the closing of Mini-Mart Liquors, 513 Washington St., late last year.

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Outage at courthouse and jail caused by failed power line The Ogle County Courthouse was closed for a few hours Feb. 18 and visiting was canceled at the Ogle County Jail after an electrical supply line failed, causing a power outage.

Sheriff Brian VanVickle said the electrical line that supplies power to both facilities failed in the late morning. The line runs under the parking lot west of the jail. “It’s been an ongoing problem from what I understand,�

VanVickle said. “I talked to ComEd, and it’s scheduled for

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replacement.�

Dave Gross, ComEd’s external affairs manager, said the policy is to replace power lines that have failed a certain number of times within a specified time frame. “We’re planning on replacing it,� he said.

A generator supplied power to keep the jail running after the line failed, VanVickle said, but it could not fully power the courthouse as well.

The jail remained on the generator until about 7:30 that evening when

a temporary repair was completed by a ComEd work crew.

Gross said the crew dug up the wire and spliced it, restoring power.

The courthouse was closed for the afternoon and was back to normal activity the following day.

VanVickle said visiting was cancelled at the jail that day because the hole needed to make the repair was just outside the jail’s front door.

He said the permanent repair will have to wait for warmer weather when the frost is out of the ground.

Dylan Johnson and Jamieson Boyer, both of Mt. Morris, play a video game on their phones recently at the Mt. Morris Public Library. Photo by Vinde Wells

Seats open on various boards

Maple syrup workshop is March 5

Several vacancies on area boards were announced at the Feb. 17 Ogle County Board meeting.

The county board appoints the members of the various affected boards, and applications and resumes for the positions must be submitted at the county clerk’s office on the first floor of the courthouse.

The vacancies include one unexpired term that expired Nov. 30, 2015 on the Ogle County Board of Health, two

An Introduction to maple syrup production and marketing will be held on Thursday, March 5 from 2 to 5 p.m. beginning at the Mt. Morris Public Library, 101 E. Front St. After the classroom portion of the workshop at the library, the group will move to Hough’s Maple Lane Farm to see a functional sugar house first-hand. The farm is located at 3788 N. Mt. Morris Rd. Participants will hear a brief history of maple sugar production and see an overview of the basic tools and skills necessary for

small-scale sap collection and processing.

The workshop will also include some considerations for scale, equipment, marketing, and regulations for a small commercial syrup producer.

If weather permits, participants may see some aspects of maple syrup processing live.

They will see the how the process is set up and taste some maple products.

This class will be taught

by Peggy Doty, energy and environmental stewardship extension educator, and Andy Larson, local foods systems and small farms

extension educator.

Rob and Lynnette Hough from Maple Lane Farm will demonstrate the syrupmaking process.

The program is free and open to all, but registration is preferred and the class size is limited.

To register for this program, call University of Illinois extension office at 815-732-2191 or visit the website at web.extension. illinois.edu/bdo.

Anyone needing a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, should call the Ogle County Extension office.

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five-year terms on the Ogle County Mental Health 708 Board, two unexpired terms that expire Nov. 30, 2015 on the Ogle County Mental Health 708 Board, six terms on the Ogle County Civic Center Authority, and one term on the Franklin Grove Fire Protection District Board.

The deadline to submit applications and resumes for the vacancies is Monday, March 2 at 4:30 p.m.

Other vacancies include

one term each on the Forreston, Leaf River, LynnScott-Rock and Oregon Fire Protection District Boards, one term on the Lost Lake River Conservancy District Board, two terms on the Ogle County Planning Commission, and one term on the Ogle County Zoning Board of Appeals.

The deadline to submit applications and resumes for those vacancies is Friday, April 3 at 4:30 p.m.

The Driven Disciples Relay for Life team will hold potato bars on Sunday, March 1 and Sunday, March 29 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Disciples United Methodist Church at the corner of Hitt (Ill. 64) and Maple in Mt. Morris.

Come and support the American Cancer Society and have a baked potato topped with a choice of a toppings, a slice of pie and beverage for $6. Children under 10 eat for $3.

Mt. Morris Police Activity Mt. Morris Police Chief Jason White reported the following activity on Feb. 23.

These charges are merely accusations and the defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Jan. 7 Austin H. Musgrave, 20, Dixon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Jan. 14 Jeremy P. Walters, 40, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Whiteside County warrant. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Jan. 18 Todd C. Schiro, 34, Mt.

Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Jan. 21 Brandon C. Faris, 21, Mt. Morris, was arrested on outstanding Whiteside County and Lee County warrants. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Feb. 3 Matthew B. Thomas, 18, homeless, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Feb. 7 Alicia L. Bulbranson, 23, Dixon, was issued a citation for speeding.

Feb. 8

Daniel A. Monson, 26, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation for speeding.

Feb. 9 Katrina C. Longtin. 37, Oregon, was issued citations for no valid registration and driving under the influence of alcohol. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Feb. 15 Keith W. Mullen, 32, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Lee County warrant. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Feb. 16 Everett Estrada, 18, Oregon, was issued citations for no valid registration and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle.

He was released on an I-bond.

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The Mt. Morris Times is published weekly by Ogle County Newspapers, a division of the B.F. Shaw Printing Co. The Mt. Morris Times was founded early in 1969 by Earl Blevins and John Drew, co-publishers. It was sold in 1970 to Tri-County Press Publications of Polo, owned by Danny C. Terry. On June 2, 1977, Terry sold the Times and his other publications—the Tri-County Press and Forreston Journal—to B.F. Shaw Printing of Dixon, publisher of the Dixon Telegraph.

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Ogle County Newspapers also prints the Oregon Republican Reporter, Forreston Journal, and Polo's Tri-County Press.

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Younger students may be excluded from regional bee From A1 Maddy Jacobs, an eighthgrader from St. Anne School in Dixon, finished third.

She bowed out when she misspelled angstrom. She received a $40 gift certificate from Books on First in Dixon.

Zeigler said she constantly

visited spellingbee.com, the Scripps National site, for help with pronouncing the words.

When she grows up, Zeigler said, she wants to be a nurse, but she also wants to be an author in her spare time.

Younger students like Zeigler might not be able

to compete in the bee next year, when students from Whiteside County join those in Lee and Ogle in the competiton.

Details of the combined bee next year still are being worked out, said Paul McMahon, the regional superintendent of the Lee Ogle Regional Office of

Education.

But the number of competitors might preclude third- and fourth-graders from participating.

“If we bring the younger kids on, there may be 70 contestants on the stage,” McMahon said.

He did say that Zeigler’s win, and strong finish as a

third-grader, might force the continued inclusion of younger students.

McMahon said next year’s bee might consist of a semifinal round or a preliminary round to accommodate the additional students.

“We want to give all the kids a chance,” McMahon

said. “The winner can come from anywhere.”

Forrestville Valley students had a good showing during the bee.

Forreston Grade School fifth-grader Makayla Cole finished in fifth place and Forreston Junior High School eighth-grader Braedon Fyock finished sixth.

Apartments to get bathroom upgrades, new doors From A1 $383,755 this year.

Ditzler said the money will be used to make upgrades to bathrooms in the 30 apartments at Prairie

State Apartments in Polo.

Exterior doors will be replaced at 10 other sites in Polo, he said.

The grant is part of nearly $116 million awarded to public housing authorities in Illinois.

The funding will allow agencies to make major large-scale improvements to their public housing units.

The grants are provided through HUD’s Capital Fund Program, which offers annual funding

to approximately 3,100 public housing authorities to build, repair, renovate and/or modernize the public housing in their communities, the press release said.

These housing authorities

use the funding to do largescale improvements such as replacing roofs or making energy-efficient upgrades to replace old plumbing and electrical systems.

Unlike routine maintenance, capital needs

are extensive improvements required to make the housing decent and economically sustainable, such as replacing roofs or updating plumbing and electrical systems to increase energy efficiency.

Library News Preschool Story Time Story time will meet on Wednesdays at 11 a.m., for all children ages 2 to 5.

The library staff hopes this day and time works well for everyone.

For more information call the library.

New Book Display The Best of 2014 books have been named and are displayed them just inside the front doors.

Many of the books are on display. Any books the library does not have can be ordered through PrairieCat. These are the most criticallyacclaimed books of the year. Stop by and check out the display.

Recommend a Book or Movie Patrons are invited to write their favorite book or movie

Pine Creek News

By Karen Merlak The bitter cold of winter is hanging on for the final weeks of the season.

With the severely cold temperatures, made worse with the wind, spring seems to be very far away.

Even in the cold, this is the day that the Lord has made, we will rejoice and give praise.

This morning in church, we were greeted by June Schaefer.

Our special music was a praise hymn by our Sunday School Choir, Voices of Praise.

Sue Downs read the morning’s scripture before Pastor Gregg Downs gave his morning message.

This past Monday evening, Clint and I went over to the home of my brother, Ben Bittinger, and sister-in-law, Jo, and their sons, Hayden and Garrett.

We were celebrating Garrett’s 13th birthday. Also joining us to celebrate were Jo’s parents, brother and sister, and their families.

We had a wonderful dinner, and after Garrett opened his presents, we had cake and ice cream before returning home again.

On Tuesday evening, our P.E.O. Chapter DW met at the home of Betty Ebert.

We had a wonderful evening with a program by Judy Nettz.

Weather Forecast Cooler than normal as cold air arrives from Siberia. Cold until March 17. Moisture a little less than normal but big storm possible. Best chances for storms are 2527 (severe?), 3-4 and 5-7.

Most storms will be snow showers. A little windier than normal.

title on hearts at the front counter. All hearts will be displayed.

but not required.

Bison Project A program on the bison at Nachusa Grasslands will be Sunday, March 22 at 2 p.m.

Betty Higby from the Nachusa Grasslands will discuss bringing the bison back to Illinois. The herd has settled into its new home.

Reservations are requested,

Thank You from Mary Cheatwood I have an anniversary coming up.

I took the job in children’s services and programming two years ago.

I want to thank everyone who makes my job a blessing and a joy.

Many friends and patrons bring me good ideas.

Others are willing to volunteer their time and talents to help with the children and summer reading program.

Many donors give money to keep the programs going.

To all of you, thank you for giving so much.

Without you, this job would be more difficult and not nearly as much fun.

Together, we will make wonderful things happen here in our library. Thank you.

There was much visiting and a wonderful dessert made by Betty.

Joining us from Pine Creek were Beverly Coffman, Jean Cunningham, Betty Hare, Maggie Henning, and Vicki Hay. On Wednesday evening, I traveled out to our church for the Ash Wednesday service.

Pastor Gregg Downs led a beautiful service for the small crowd that gathered for music, prayer, and a message to start the Lenten season.

As I traveled through town, I passed several churches that were all lit up inside.

What a beautiful sight to see so many coming together with a shared love for God, and his Son, Jesus.

This morning, Mike Hopkins and his daughter, Theresa, traveled to Pleasant Prairie, Wis., for Theresa’s final swim meet of the season.

This afternoon, the travelers visited McCormick Place in Chicago for the auto show. It was a busy day full of fun.

On Saturday morning, Clint and I went to breakfast at the Pinecricker, where we ran into another Pine Creek neighbor Jim Hopkins.

We spent the day running errands and ended the afternoon with a movie.

I noticed that when the two of us are together, I don’t ever have to open my own door. Clint is always right there.

It’s something I remember teaching him when he was young and he barged in a store in front of an adult.

I explained that he should always hold the door for someone else, especially for someone older than him.

It started out to be a lesson in manners, but has since turned into a lesson in love, because that’s what I feel when he opens each door.

That’s also how I felt when Matt suddenly appeared and offered his arm to walk with me across an icy parking lot.

Reaching out to one another is an easy way to show God’s love.

Lending a helping hand in

Annual Tea A very British Celebration Tea will be Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. at the Disciples United Methodist Church.

Betty Obendorf will present a program on early greeting cards.

The cost is $15. Attendees will need to bring a teacup and a plate.

Stop by the library to make reservations.

Sweaters and other items knitted by the late Margaret Hough for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren are currently on display at the Mt. Morris Public Library. Photo by Vinde Wells

small ways goes a long way to show love to those around us.

This is one of my struggles.

I know I can do more to reach out to those around me, especially during this Lenten season.

The Polo community was saddened to by the loss of our neighbor, friend, and teacher, Doris Silvius.

She touched so many people of different generations.

We are all better for

knowing this fine lady. Our prayers are with her family.

I hope to see you next week at our church or one of the local churches next Sunday.

Our church family is ready to welcome you to worship with us.

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Wolf weds McGinn in August ceremony

Pinecrest will install new chaplain Sunday

Camri Jo Wolf, Denver, Colo., and Tyler Stephen McGinn, Broomfield, Colo., were united in marriage on Aug. 30, 2014 in Westminster, Colo.

The outdoor ceremony was officiated by Pastor Mark Hardacre.

The bride is the daughter of Randy and Shelli Wolf, Polo. Her grandparents are Norman and the late Jackie Carroll, Polo, and Art and Joretta Wolf, Milledgeville.

Great- grandparents are Loretta Carroll and John Hackett, both of Polo.

The groom is the son of Brian and Stefanie McGinn of Gilbert, Ariz.

His grandparents are Eileen and the late John McGinn, Marilyn Lee, Jerry and Jill Lee. Great-grandfather is Bernell Rhodes.

The bride was given in marriage by her father.

Music was provided by

Reception for Caldwell to follow service

Ross Wolf, brother of the bride.

Maid of honor was Makenzi Wolf, sister of the bride. Matron of honor was Melissa Loomis.

Bridesmaids were Elyce Naylon, Emily Sorenson, Ashley Glover, and Whitney McGinn.

Flower girl was Zoe BuaCarroll, cousin of the bride.

Best man was Colby McGinn, brother of the groom.

Groomsmen were Gabe Stephenson, Joe Henry, Jon Herrmann, and Ross Wolf.

Ring-bearer was Holden Bua-Carroll, cousin of the bride.

The bride is a graduate of Polo High School, St. Ambrose University, and graduates as a medical doctor in May at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

The groom is a graduate of Mesquite High School,

The public is invited to join the Pinecrest Community in celebrating the calling of Rev. Rodney Caldwell to the position of chaplain.

Caldwell will be formally installed as chaplain of Pinecrest Community at a service of worship on Sunday, March 1 at 1:30 p.m. in Pinecrest Manor’s chapel, 414 S. Wesley Ave., Mt. Morris.

Rev. Kevin Kessler, District Minister of the Illinois and Wisconsin District of the Church of the Brethren, will conduct the service.

Tyler and Camri McGinn Caldwell has been an ordained minister in the California Polytechnic State Business Systems Analyst in Church of the Brethren for University, and earned his Colorado.

MBA at Colorado State Following a honeymoon to more than 20 years.

He has served several University.

Hawaii, the couple resides in pastorates in northwestern He is employed as a Colorado.

Byron woman leads children’s program

University of Wisconsin-Platteville, to present a Family Date Night at Family Connections of Southwest Wisconsin. Photo supplied

to concepts in team building, critical and creative thinking, sequencing and story telling.

Activities included bridge and tower building, stop animation creation, Oobleck exploration, photo booth, and

creative writing.

Other event activities included a chocolate fondue, baked goods, a silent auction, and a movie.

“The funds raised from this event are used to

provide various resources needed by families and helps us provide activities that strengthen family engagement,” said Sabrina Earl, executive director of Family Connections.

Illinois.

He currently serves as pastor of the Cherry Grove Church of the Brethren, Lanark.

He and his wife Denise have four young children at home in Winslow.

A cake and punch reception will be held immediately following the service.

Birth

Miles Aaron Mudge Aaron and Keri Mudge, Oregon, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Miles Aaron Mudge.

Miles was born 10 weeks early on Sept. 18, 2014, weighing in at 2 pounds, 9 1/2 ounces and 14 1/2 inches long.

After spending 78 days growing to perfection in the NICU at Rockford Memorial Hospital, he came home weighing 8 pounds and measuring 19 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Larry and Janice Kereven, Oregon. Paternal grandparents are Johnie Becca Lowe, front row third from left, participated with 14 other students from the Mudge, Oregon, and Mike

Becca Lowe, Byron, was one of 15 students in the program who led a variety of children’s activities at Family Date Night at the Chocolate Fest on Feb. 13 at Family Connections of Southwest Wisconsin, Platteville.

Lowe is enrolled in the K-4 Methods of Cognitive Development and Integrated Methods: Language Arts and Social Studies course through the School of Education at the University of WisconsinPlatteville.

The event was cosponsored

by UW-Platteville and Family Connections, a nonprofit organization that works for the betterment of children and families by providing services to families, childcare providers and local communities in and around southwestern Wisconsin.

The students designed activities that interested and engaged children from birth to age 11 and introduced them

Rev. Rodney Caldwell

and Mary Mudge, Oregon.

Great-grandparents are June Kereven, Oregon, and Ray Mueller, Byron.

Firemen plan breakfast The Monroe Township Firefighters’ Association will hold its All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Breakfast on Sunday, March 1 at the fire station, 104 West St., Monroe Center. Serving is from 7 to 11 a.m.

Prices are $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 6-12. Ages 5 and under eat free.

College News UW-Platteville Several area students were named to the 2014 fall chancellor’s list at University of Wisconsin-Platteville, Platteville, Wis.

Students earning academic honors included Rachel Hopkins and Rebecca Lowe, both of Byron; and Caleb Snider, Forreston.

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Olivet Nazarene University Several area students were named to the fall dean’s list at Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais.

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honors include Jessica (Dieken) Arellano, Dixon; JoAnne Dusenbury, Polo, Jessica Gerig, Stillman Valley; and Baylie Issacs, Byron.

Keith Cline Keith Cline, the son of Russell and Dyanne Cline, Byron, was named College Conference of Illinois and

Wisconsin (CCIW) Athlete of the Week in men’s track and field. Cline is a senior at Augustana College, Rock Island.

At a recent meet in Grinnell, Iowa, Cline won the 200 with a time of :22.2, which is eighth on the NCAA Division III list for the 2015 season. He was second in the

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60 meter dash with a time of :07.08, and was on a four-man 1,600 meter relay team that finished with a meet record time of 3:20.85.

Cline, who is a multiple All-American throughout his career at Augustana, is the second Viking in the last two weeks to win Athlete of the Week honors.

Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley issued the following marriage licenses.

Feb. 17 Andrew M. Jurgens and Alexandra L. Struthers, both of Rockford.

Feb. 18 Jermaine H. McLymont and Danielle R. Simmons, both of Leaf River.

Church News ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 a.m.

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weigh-in, followed by their FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School 11 a.m.

ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN 505 Hill St., Oregon Wednesday Prayer/Bible meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m.

CHURCH www.fbcoregon.org Studies 6 p.m.

March’s Bible Books of 201 N. Division Ave., Polo 800-335-5065 Prayer Chain 738-2205 the Month are Daniel and Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-732-2642 Wednesday—Various Revelations.

815-946-2919 Rev. Jerry Clark Activities 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Sunday “A Christ-centered, BibleOREGON UNITED EAST JORDAN UNITED believing, Sunday School 9 a.m. family-oriented LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH Social Time 10 a.m. ministry.�

METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor Barb Good CHURCH Dave Jungnickel, Pastor Wednesday, March 4—6:15 Sunday Worship Service Pastor David Poust 815-732-2994 303 W. Franklin St., 815-626-0104 p.m.

Simple Meal; 7 p.m. Lenten 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Sunday, March 1—10:30 a.m. oregonumc@outlook.com Baileyville 9 a.m. Fellowship Service Service 6 p.m.; Prayer Worship Service & Children’s Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

Pastor Alan Cassel 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Meeting, Wednesday 7 p.m.; Church Fellowship 10 a.m.

815-232-6222 10:45 a.m. Worship ST. MARY CHURCH transportation and nursery Sunday School & www.

301 N. Fourth St., Oregon provided for all services.

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED Confirmation 10:15 a.m. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org EAST OREGON CHAPEL Father Joseph P. Naill METHODIST CHURCH Activities during the Week: Sunday CHURCH OF GOD Office Phone 815-732-7383 FIRST CHRISTIAN 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Friday, Feb. 27—Youth 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for 107 N. Daysville Rd. Office FAX 815-732-4742 CHURCH Pastor Javier Martinez Concert “Casting Crowns� at all ages East Edge of Oregon Mass Schedule 609 S. 10th St., Oregon Handicapped Accessible NIU 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship Off Ill. 64 Saturday 4:30 p.m.

815-732-2359 Worship Service 9 a.m.

Saturday, Feb. 28— Habitat 12:30 p.m. Afternoon Service Pastor John Guthrie Sunday 8:30 a.m.

Grail Storm, Minister Sunday School 10 a.m.

Board Retreat Wednesday 815-732-2960 or Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m.

815-732-7411 Age Three through Sunday, March 1—1 p.m. Blue 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study 815-732-6569 Third Wednesday of Month at Worship Service—10 a.m.

Sixth Grade. & Gold Banquet Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Pinecrest 3 p.m.

If you haven’t found a church Everyone is Welcome Monday, March 2—10 a.m.

BAILEYVILLE Church 10:30 a.m.

Reconciliation home, we invite you to First REFORMED CHURCH Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m.

Christian Church in Oregon, MT. MORRIS CHURCH Women’s Bible Study; 7 p.m.

Deborah Circle 400 W. Center St. EBENEZER REFORMED St. Mary Prayer Network where we accept one another just OF THE BRETHREN Wednesday, March 4—5:30 Baileyville CHURCH Lois Lints 815-703-9699 as Christ accepted us. Come as 409 W. Brayton Road p.m. Wednesday Night AlivePastor Bruce Otto 2997 N. German Church Rd. you are.

Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 P.O. Box 2055 Lenten Bible Study; 6:15 p.m.

815-235-1201 Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Children’s Choir; 7:30 p.m. Adult 9 a.m. Sunday School 64, then three miles north.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN Pastor Ginny Haney Choir 10 a.m. Morning Worship Pastor Brion Brooks ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH (USA) Phone: 815-734-4573 Church Office CHURCH 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Office hours Monday - Friday PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN BETHEL UNITED Phone: 815-732-6313 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo 815-732-2894 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH Director of Ministries Father Joseph P. Naill www.fpcoregon.com Friday, Feb. 27—9 a.m.

5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon for Youth and Christian 815-946-2535 Handicapped Accessible Women’s Fellowship Pastor Gregg Downs 815-864-2581 Education Sunday Mass Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday, March 2—8:15 Traditional Worship 9 a.m.

David Bordy 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion is served the a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Education Hour 10 a.m.

9 a.m. Sunday School Reconciliation first Sunday of each month.

Worship-Second Sunday in Lent; Contemporary Worship 11 10 a.m. Sunday Worship First Sunday of each month 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 POLO CHURCH OF THE a.m.

Roots Youth Ministry— after mass FIRST UNITED a.m. Sunday School for All Ages BRETHREN Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m.

Religious Education METHODIST CHURCH Tuesday, March 3—8:45 a.m.

Congress Ave. & Webster St. BROOKVILLE and Kids Clubs & Men’s & Youth Program 402 First Ave., Forreston Bible Study; Quilting (The church is handicapped ELKHORN UNITED Women’s Bible Study— 1st & 2nd Wednesdays 6 p.m.

Pastor David Poust Wednesday, March 4—7:15 accessible) p.m. Chimes Rehearsal; 7 p.m.

METHODIST CHURCHES Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m.

Adult Bible Study 815-938-2380 Pastor Leslie Lake Brookville: Adult Sunday 1st Wednesday 8:30 a.m.

Sunday, March 1—9 a.m. Circle M 4-H Club Meeting 9:30 a.m. Family Worship School 9:30 a.m.

EMMANUEL Worship Service; 10:30 a.m.

10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY Worship 10:30 a.m.

EVANGELICAL ST. PAUL LUTHERAN Sunday School 11 a.m. Sunday School OF GOD 17725 W. Chamber St. LUTHERAN CHURCH CHURCH Monday, March 2—8 a.m. AA 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon in Brookville 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon Open Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon PRAIRIE DELL Pastor David Demmer Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m.

(Payne’s Point) Pastor Richard Tomlinson at The Depot; 3 p.m. Good News PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 815-732-7404 Adult Sunday School 10 a.m.

Pastor Andrew Kayes 815-732-2367 Club 16031 W. Coffman Rd., 10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship Corner of Wilson Mill & Office: 815-732-2424 Sunday Activities: Shannon Service Brick Church Roads Worship Service 9 a.m.

Worship Services FLORENCE UNITED Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

8:30 & 11 a.m.

METHODIST CHURCH 815-864-2448 NORTH GROVE CHANA UNITED Coffee & Fellowship 2649 W. Florence Rd., 9 a.m. Sunday School EVANGELICAL CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH EVANGELICAL FREE 9:30 a.m.

Freeport 10 a.m. Worship 10384 W. Coffman Rd., 606 Main St., Chana 61015 CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Forreston Pastor Javier Martinez OF MT. MORRIS Wednesday Bible Study 10 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday, March 1—12-3 p.m.

Pastor Tim Hotchkiss 815-732-7683 102 S. Seminary St. a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Chili Luncheon Church: 815-938-2194 chanaumc@gmail.com Mt. Morris Other Activities Include: Wednesday, March 4—6 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 Adult & Children’s Education Senior Pastor Men’s & Women’s Groups, FORRESTON GROVE Saturday, Feb. 28—9-11:30 p.m. Lenten Study at United 9 a.m.

Bruce McKanna Confirmation Class, High CHURCH a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Presbyterian Church, Freeport Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Associate Pastor School Youth Group, Grieving 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Open at New Life Community Holy Communion Celebrated Lance Mennen Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Forreston REVIVE COMMUNITY Center the First Sunday of Each Month 815-734-4942 Rockford Rescue Mission & Presbyterian Church in CHURCH Sunday, March 1—9 a.m.

Thursday, Feb. 26—9:30 a.m.

HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult America Sunday School; 10:05 a.m. 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris CHRIST OUR SAVIOR MOM’S Group; 1 p.m. Ladies Choir Pastor Jeremy Cheezum follow@revivemtm.com Worship Service LUTHERAN CHURCH Bible Study For More Information Call the 815-938-3605 815-994-0428 Tuesday, March 3—9-11:30 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon Friday, Feb. 27—8:30 a.m.

Church Office 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Southern Baptist a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop 815-284-4554 Men’s Fellowship Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Saturday Night Service Pastor David Andermann Saturday, Feb. 2—7 a.m.

ST. WENDELIN Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Open at New Life Community 5:30 p.m.

Center 815-632-6767 Men’s Accountability Group; 9 Pioneer Club CATHOLIC CHURCH Celebrate Recovery 9 a.m. Worship Service a.m. No Regrets Conference for 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult 6-8 p.m. Monday OREGON 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Men Rev. Michael Bolger Study; 7:45 p.m. Choir CHURCH OF GOD Sunday, March 1—8:30 815-864-2548 ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. FORRESTON REFORMED Masses—Saturday 4:30 p.m., CHURCH OPEN BIBLE Pastor Michael Hoffman InnerMission; 10 a.m. Worship Sunday 8 & 10 a.m.

CHURCH 1000 Ill. 64 West 302 S. Franklin St., Polo 815-732-6847 Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group Confessions-Saturday 4 p.m., 501 Third Ave. Oregon Monte J. Cox, Pastor Tuesday, March 3—9 a.m.

Sunday 7:30 a.m.

You and your family are Tim Fry, Pastor Rev. Joyce Beaulieu 815-946-2848 Ladies Prayer Circle 9:30 a.m. Worship invited to join us in worship on Interim Priest Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Wednesday, March 4—6 a.m.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Sunday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m.

815-732-7211 or (June, July, August 9:30 a.m.)

Dixon Men’s Prayer Meeting LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Hoffman will continue 815-732-3328 We include children in our Log onto our website at http:// 308 E. Brayton FREEDOM LUTHERAN the sermon series called www.saintbrides.org Sunday Worship experience www.efcmm.org to check out our Mt. Morris WORSHIPPING Marriage Matters.

Email:saintbrides@verizon. “Kids are People, too� latest opportunities and updates Pastor Josh Ehrler COMMUNITY, ELCA The message is titled “5 net Ages 3-10 are dismissed right 815-734-6354 Pastor Jeff Schlesinger Commitments to Fail-Proof Services after Praise & Worship.

FAITH DISCOVERY Friday, Feb. 27—8 a.m.

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Sunday-Holy Communion-8 Bulletin Assembly & Coffee Casual, Contemporary, CHURCH Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at Communion will be and 10 a.m.

Non-Traditional 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Saturday, Feb. 28—10 a.m.

Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Wednesday Healing Service-6 Worship Retreat; 5:30 p.m. celebrated.

Dennis Cheatwood Passion for God Jeremy Heller, Pastor Dining Hall p.m. will give the Communion Compassion for People 815-946-3588 Worship Service 1834 S. IL Rt. 2 Classes Comments.

Visit Our Website: 9 a.m. Sunday School Sunday, March 1—8:45 a.m. (a mile south of Oregon) Children’s Sunday School-9 Worship Service; 9:45 a.m.

Greeting you will be Felipe PoloOpenBible.org 10 a.m. Worship Service Welcome Center a.m.

Nursery Available and Jenny Rodriguez and Joyce Sunday School; Fellowship Time 111 S. Fourth St., Oregon Adult Sunday School-9 a.m. Between Services; 10:45 a.m.

CROSSROADS We are an independent nonNoon.

(2nd & 4th Sunday) COMMUNITY CHURCH, denominational Christian Worship Service GRACE VALLEY During morning worship an St. Bride’s follows traditional WHITE PINES CAMPUS church.

Monday, March 2—6:30 p.m.

CHRISTIAN REFORMED exceptionally fine Children’s Anglican-Episcopal church Committee Night 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Visitors are always welcome.

CHURCH Church is offered for children 3 practices; is biblically based Saturdays at 6 p.m.

Wednesday, March 4—6:30 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. years old through Grade 5. and both family and individual a.m. Prayer & Praise; 5:30 p.m.

Sundays at 10 a.m.

FAITH EVANGELICAL German Valley Sunday School begins at oriented.

815-837-5255 LUTHERAN CHURCH Choristers;5:30 p.m. Chime Pastor Jake Ritzema 9:30 a.m. and includes classes Visitors are always welcomed. Choir; 6 p.m. Soup Supper; 6:30 whitepines@crossroadscn.com 402 Second Ave., Forreston 815-362-6601 for adults, young adults, teens, Campus Pastor Pastor Scott Ralston p.m. Lenten Midweek Gathering; Sunday School for All Ages children and infants.

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN 7 p.m. Chancel Choir Chad Keeteman ext. 302 Church 815-938-3203 9 a.m.

Special attention is given in CHURCH Youth Pastor “ A Church with a Heart — Worship Service 10 a.m.

West Grove Road at each class to issues and topics Jose Garcia ext. 303 In the Heart of Forreston�

WEST BRANCH Columbine Rd. related to the particular needs We offer contemporary worship 9 a.m. Sunday Worship CHURCH OF THE GERMAN VALLEY Pastor Steve Erickson and interests of each group. and relevant Bible teaching Thursday, Feb. 26—6 p.m.

BRETHREN UNITED METHODIST Sunday, March 1—9:15 a.m. through The Wednesday night Bible Study 4014 West Branch Road CHURCH engaging messages, and Sunday, March 1—9 a.m.

Southeast of Forreston Church and Main Streets Youth Group meets at 6 p.m. Children’s Sunday School, powerful video Worship; 10 a.m. Sunday School Pastor Richard Bright Matt Smith, Pastor at East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m.

Congregational Bible Study; Join us after the service in our for 815-734-4411 8:30 a.m. Worship Service Daysville Road.

10:30 a.m. Divine Worship with coffee, snack & fellowship FAITH UNITED Sunday School—9:30 a.m.

The local Weight Watchers Communion Kidzlink Children’s Ministry METHODIST CHURCH Worship—10:35 a.m.

LEAF RIVER BAPTIST group meets Wednesday at the Wednesday, March 4—6 p.m. (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Mission Statement: Loving, CHURCH church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for Lenten Service Services Growing & Serving in Faith 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Crave Youth Group (6th-12th Handicapped Accessible Leaf River grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Randy Newton Church News Deadline Visit our website: www.

Rev. Derek Rogers 815-738-2205 The deadline is 3 p.m. on Fridays for information for the Church News to be turned in at the crossroadscn.com 815-946-3212 Email leafriverbc@gmail.

Oregon office at 121 A S. 4th St. The deadline is 9 a.m. on Fridays for church news left in the Website: faithumcpolo com DISCIPLES UNITED 9 a.m. Sunday School Sunday Praise and Worship drop boxes in Forreston & Polo. Items can also be emailed to vwells@oglecountynews.com or METHODIST CHURCH 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery faxed to 815-732-4238. For more information call Vinde Wells at 815-732-6166 ext. 32.

Hitt and Maple Streets, 11 a.m. Fellowship provided) Mt. Morris Pastor Dwight Stewart Phone 815-734-4853 Worship 9:30 a.m.

Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:45 a.m.

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free preschool screenings The Ogle County Educational Coop and local school districts are offering free pre-school screenings for children.

Any child between the ages of 2.6 years and 5 years old is invited to participate in the screening.

Parents are encouraged to make an appointment for their children.

The screening is an assessment of the child’s readiness skills in the following areas: concepts, language and motor. Vision and hearing screenings are also provided.

The purpose of the screening is to identify

March 8 Kickapoo Nature Center to host event Kimberly Schmidt wants to change people’s attitudes toward reptiles as “creepy, crawly critters.”

Learn more about these misunderstood creatures at a free program offered by the Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County on Sunday, March 8 at 2 p.m. at the Kickapoo Nature Center, 1919 N. Limekiln Rd. Schmidt will share the experiences she has had researching ornate box turtle populations at Nachusa Grasslands.

They are extremely rare, and were placed on the state threatened list in 2009.

They are also beautiful as well as vital to prairie ecosystems.

She first developed a love for these creatures as an undergraduate in a herpetology club.

When she arrived at Nachusa as a summer seed technician, she was delighted to find one in the big barn and asked anyone who saw on to photograph it and record where it was found.

These creatures are

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secretive, so finding one can be a thrill.

As all animals, they have functions: They are part of the prairie cleanup crew, eating carrion, create burrows which can be used by other smaller animals, and provide essential seed dispersal.

Schmidt, working on her master of science degree at Southern Illinois University, likes being able to “spread [her] findings to the public” and help them appreciate the creatures that may be right outside of their doorstep.

She also expects her research to help land managers use techniques that can benefit their populations.

Come and learn about this research and how to become involved.

The program is free and open to the public.

Children are welcome in the company of an adult.

Light refreshments will be served after the presentation.

For more information email pposc.org@gmail. com or call 815-973-4624.

BCT auditions for Fiddler on the Roof set for March 1 Auditions for the Byron Civic Theatre production of Fiddler on the Roof will be Sunday, March 1 at 6 p.m. in the Byron Middle School Theatre.

Anyone auditioning for a lead role should come prepared to sing 32 bars of a showtune.

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A brief cold reading will also be required at the audition. Call backs may be necessary during the casting process.

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Based on the stories of Sholom Aleichem, Fiddler on the Roof is the story of Tevye the dairyman, his wife and five daughters on the brink of change in the Russian village of Anatevka, set in 1905.

It was first presented at the Imperial Theater in New York City on Sept. 22, 1965.

Show dates are April 24, 25, and 26, and May 1, 2 and 3.

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For more information go to the website at www. bctmagic.com.

Questions about auditioning can be sent to info@bctmagic.com.

The Phidian Art Club is looking for local writers to enter its annual literary competition for poetry, fiction and non-fiction.

The deadline for entries is March 1. All entries must be postmarked by this date.

Mail or hand deliver entries to: Phidian Art Club c/o Dixon Public Library, 221 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon, IL 61021.

Prizes for first, second, and third places will be provided by local sponsors.

Contest requirements should be carefully followed before submitting entries.

The competition is open to any writer, professional or nonprofessional, 17 years old or older by March 1, who resides within a 35-mile radius of Dixon.

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Additional screenings will be at United Methodist Church, 200 S. Fourth St., Oregon on Monday, March 23 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

fiction, 3,000 word limit.

The fee is $8 per entry.

Checks should be made payable to Phidian Art Club.

All entries must be original and unpublished, and typed, double-spaced on one side of 8.5”x 11” paper. Only one entry per category per participant is allowed.

Each entry must have a cover sheet that lists the title of the piece, the category, the author’s name, address, phone number and e-mail address.

The manuscript pages should have only the title of the piece and page number on the top of each page.

The author’s name and identifying information should not appear on the manuscript pages.

Fiction and nonfiction entries must show the word count on the upper right corner of page one of the

manuscript.

Submit a self-addressed envelope with sufficient postage to have the manuscript returned.

Keep a copy of the manuscript.

Phidian is not responsible for lost or damaged pages.

There will be $50, $35, and $25 prizes awarded for first, second, and third prizes, respectively.

Decisions of judges are final.

Winners will be notified by mid-April and invited to attend and read their winning entries at the Literary Program held on Sunday, April 26, at 2 p.m. at the Dixon Public Library.

The public is invited to attend.

For more information call Elizabeth Jahn at 815-9941940.

Kids concert at Jarrett Center The Jarrett Prairie Center will host a Kid’s Concert with Mr. Steve on Saturday, Feb. 28 from 3 to 4 p.m. at the center, 7993 North River Road, Byron.

Children and families are invited to the interactive event, which will feature balloon magic and music.

The program, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by Exelon.

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Government is trying to collect Crundwell loan Ex-comptroller gave loans to city engineer

By Matt Mencarini Sauk Valley Media In January, a federal judge ordered that the ownership of loans owed by former Dixon city engineer Shawn Ortgiesen and his wife, Angela, be transferred from former city Comptroller Rita Crundwell to the U.S. government.

Now that the government owns the debt, it will move to collect.

The tools it has available to collect on any debt vary, and the ease with which the government can collect depends on the debtor’s assets, said Charles Tabb, a law professor at the University of Illinois who specializes in bankruptcy, contracts and commercial law.

Crundwell was arrested at City Hall in 2012 and later pleaded guilty to wire fraud in the theft of nearly $54 million from the city over two decades. As part of the plea agreement, a federal judge issued a $54 million restitution order.

The U.S. government has seized, liquidated and transferred many of Crundwell’s assets to the city already, about $9.3 million in all, mainly from the sale of her property, homes and horses.

In the U.S. government’s discovery, it found loans issued to the Ortgiesens, to Dixon Fire Chief Tim Shipman and his wife, and to Donald Wolber.

The loans to the Shipmans were repaid without litigation, and as a result, the terms and amount were not made public.

Wolber’s $2,000 loan is nearly repaid, the government

reported.

Between November 2008 and January 2012, Crundwell lent the Ortgiesens $182,862 at a four percent interest rate.

The loans are in default, and the Ortgiesens now owe the government $182,580.33, which will be applied to the city’s restitution.

Ortgiesen resigned from his job at the city on April 16, 2013, after it was discovered he had charged a city credit card for personal expenses between April 2007 and March 2013. When he left, he paid the city with a check that included the remaining balance plus interest he had calculated at five percent.

Ortgiesen has not returned a request for comment.

Tabb addressed generalities of how the U.S. government, or any creditor, will move to collect on a debt.

He didn’t address the specifics of the Ortgiesens’ loan.

The easiest route for collection is to seize bank accounts, Tabb said, because the assets are already liquidated. In essence, a bank owes money to the account holder, equal to the account balance.

For the government to collect the balance, it would transfer ownership of the debt from the account holder to the government.

Wage garnishment is the next easiest route, Tabb said, adding that the government or creditor serves the employer with an order, and each month a portion of the paycheck is withheld until the debt is paid off.

“Garnishment is slam dunk,” he said. “They love garnishment.”

After that, a creditor will move to seize and liquidate non-exempt property. The law allows a debtor certain

property that can’t be seized, Tabb said, including a modest home, vehicles, clothes, a Bible, tools of the trade, bedding, etc.

But if a debtor owns a summer home, that’s likely something that would be seized if the creditor thought it had enough value.

If a summer home worth $200,000 has a $190,000 mortgage attached, Tabb explained, going after the home for a $10,000 return might not be worth it.

“What position a creditor will take is based on the practically of what they’ll be able to realize,” he said.

The creditors weigh the hassle versus the return, and if the debtor is willing to agree to some repayment plan, it’s often agreed to, Tabb said, because if creditors push too hard, a debtor is likely to file for bankruptcy.

If that happens, creditors that already have liens on property or on assets are given priority treatment, Tabb said, and once the lien holders have been settled, the rest of the creditors split the remaining assets. The rest of the debt is wiped away.

“On the one hand, you want to move quickly before the debtor files,” Tabb said of placing liens on property and seizing bank accounts. “The counter to that is if you move too quickly, you push them into bankruptcy.”

In the case of the Ortgiesens, since the loans are not fraudulent, they could be wiped away in bankruptcy.

Debts resulting from fraud, Tabb said, aren’t lost in the bankruptcy process.

But how much of the $182,580 will be collected and when, Tabb said, “depends on the financial situation of this unfortunate couple.”

Weather spotter class is March 5 The Ogle County Emergency Management Office and the Lee County Office of Emergency Management will host a weather spotter training presentation by the National Weather Service on Thursday, March 5 at the Sauk Valley College in room 1K4, at the west end of the campus.

The class begins at 6:30 p.m. and will last approximately one and onehalf hours.

The training consists of an

audio video program about severe storm structure, and how to identify cloud features and other environmental clues to identify severe storms and tornadoes.

This training is open to anyone interest in the weather, including the general public, fire, police and public works agencies.

This is an opportunity for local industry safety team representatives, who are tasked with the job of issuing severe weather instructions to facility employees to

understand or refresh on signs of approaching severe weather.

No fee will be charged for the class, and registration is not required. Seating is on a first come first severe basis.

For more information, call the Ogle County Emergency Management Office at 815732-3201 ext. 289 or email trichter@oglecounty.org or Lee County Emergency Management Office at 815-284-3365 and leave a message or by email at esda@countyoflee.org.

Chicken raising class is offered University of Illinois Extension will offer a class on home-scale poultry production on Tuesday, March 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ogle County Extension office located at 421 W. Pines Rd. in Oregon, in the Farm Bureau building.

The program is called Raising Backyard Chickens Right, taught by Andy Larson, local foods systems and small farms educator with the extension.

“Whether motivated by extremely local food, or

simply having a showy pet to decorate the yard, there are a number of things you need to know about raising chickens so that your family and your birds can live happy and ealthy together,” Larson said.

Participants will discuss choosing chicken breeds and starting chicks; considerations for building a coop and designing a chicken run; overcoming winter weather and pressure from predators; handling and selling eggs in Illinois

safely and legally.

The program fee is $5, payable in advance or at the door. Pre-registration is preferred to ensure adequate space and materials.

For more information or to register,call the extension office at 815-732-2191 or visit the website at web. extension. illinois.edu/bdo.

Anyone needing a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, should call the extension office.

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The Ogle County Beef Association elected officers for the new year. Seated are: Luke Diehl, Mt. Morris, president and Jon Pearson, Mt. Morris, vice president. Standing, left to right, are: Mike Martz, DeKalb, vice president of the Illinois Beef Association (IBA); Sheryl Hopkins, Polo, secretary; Barb Meyer, Forreston, treasurer; and Reid Blossom, Illinois Beef Association (IBA) Executive Vice President. Photo supplied by Stan Eden

Ogle County Beef Association elects new officers for new year The Ogle County Beef Association held their Annual Meeting recently at the Pinecricker restaurant in Polo.

Officers elected for the new year are Luke Diehl, Mt. Morris, president; Jon Pearson, Mt. Morris, vice-president; Sheryl Hopkins, Polo, secretary; Barb Meyer, Forreston, treasurer.

Reid Blossom, Illinois Beef Association (IBA) Executive Vice President was the featured speaker for the evening.

Blossom thanked

the Ogle County Beef Association for their marketing efforts this past year and work with state and national legislative issues.

He stressed the economic importance of the beef industry in local communities and the State of Illinois.

Luke Diehl who served as president in 2014 reviewed the Ogle County Beef Association activities for the year including several fund raising activities.

The Ogle County Beef Association may be seen

at many community events around the County serving those tasty rib-eye-steak sandwiches.

Much of the income from these events is donated back to the community.

During the year significant donations were made to the Ag in the Classroom program, food pantries, and the Village of Progress.

The Ogle County Beef Association has been a valued supporter of the Ogle County University of Illinois Extension 4-H program and the Ogle County Fair.

4-H Penny Carnival is March 7 The Ogle County 4-H Penny Carnival will be Saturday, March 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Oregon Coliseum.

This annual event is open to the public and features 4-H club created games that can be played for 25 cents each or 50 games for $10.

Prizes are awarded win

or lose. A free door prize drawing will be conducted and a snack stand will be available.

The 2015 game theme is “Shoot for the Stars with 4-H”. Two 4-H clubs will be awarded special cash prizes for games that are “Most Entertaining” and “Most Creative.”

4-H is the youth development program of University of Illinois Extension.

For more information about this or any other county 4-H program, call Ogle County Extension at 815-732-2191 or visit online at www.extension.uiuc. edu/bdo.

Archaeology lecture in Byron The final 2015 winter lecture series at the Jarrett Prairie Center will be Sunday, March 1 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the center, 7993 North River Road, Byron.

The program is Archaeology of the Stateline Area: A View of the Rock River.

Site evidence shows that people have lived in the Rock River Valley of Illinois and Wisconsin for as long as 13,000 years.

Sara Pfannkucke, a PhD graduate student at the University of WisconsinMilwaukee, will talk about what has been found at several local archaeological sites.

Pfannkukcke has been a practicing archaeologist in northern Illinois for the

Arrowheads and bits of pottery will be featured at a lecture on local archaeology March 1 at the Jarrett Nature Center. Photo supplied

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Topics will include how people adapted to the changing climate and landscape as glaciers melted, river systems

formed, and the modern vegetation spread across the area.

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Blood drive is Friday, Feb. 27 The Chana Education Center, 204 Main St., Chana, will host a community blood drive on Friday, Feb. 27.

Staff from the Rock River Valley Blood Center will draw blood from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. during the event.

Anyone who is at least 17 years old (16 years old with parental consent), weighs at least 110 pounds and is in general good health, should be eligible to donate blood.

The Rock River Valley Blood Center, a National Marrow Donor Program Center, is the sole supplier of blood and related services to the following centers and hospitals: OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Rockford Health System, Swedish American Health System, Swedish American Medical Center—Belvidere, Beloit Memorial Hospital, Edgerton Hospital and

Health Services, FHN Memorial Hospital, and Rochelle Community Hospital.

Community-minded volunteers donate virtually all of the country’s supply of blood for transfusion.

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 815-732-4664.

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New scholarship for OHS seniors Wendy Nelson, Oregon, founder of M y K i d s C o l l eg e C h o i c e . com, has announced a new scholarship for the Oregon High School Class of 2015.

The $500 scholarship will be awarded to the student who submits the best essay covering one of the following topics: “What I Learned About Myself During My College Search,” or “What Surprised Me Most During

My College Search.”

All essays will be judged anonymously and the winning essay will be posted on the MyKidsCollegeChoice.com website.

The scholarship application is available in the OHS counseling office. Entries are due by April 1.

MyKidsCollegeChoice. com is a website devoted to helping parents and their college-bound students

navigate through the college search process.

Nelson explained her reason for offering the scholarship.

“My goal has been to use any profits from my website to fund college scholarships for area students because I strongly believe in the benefits of a college education,” she said. “Local scholarships are a great way for students to contribute towards the cost of their college education.”

Sheriff explains truck length law

The sheriff ’s office values the concerns of the citizens and other elected officials very seriously and we take every step to address those concerns.

Our goal is the education of the motoring public to ensure they understand the traffic laws and abide by them.

The Ogle County Sheriff ’s Office has received several complaints from citizens and township officials regarding commercial vehicles on county and township roads

which violate state law.

The violation is due to the length of the commercial vehicle because our rural road intersections are not designed to allow safe turning radii.

On our rural roads, commercial vehicles that are in violation of length limits, must use the oncoming lane of traffic to complete the turn or turn in such a way that no damage is caused to the intersection.

The National Highway Transportation Safety

Members of the Chana United Methodist Church have been busy preparing for their annual chicken noodle and lasagna supper. Here, church members hang the handmade noodles to dry in preparation for the March 14 dinner. Photo supplied

Chana Methodist Church offers noodle, lasagna supper March 14 The Chana United Methodist Church will hold its annual Chicken Noodle and Lasagna Supper on Saturday, March 14 from 4 to 6:30 p.m.

They will serve homemade noodles with chicken, lasagna, rolls,

salads, and cheesecake.

Advance tickets for the supper are $8 for adults and $5 for children ages 6-12.

At the door, ticket costs are $8.50 for adults and $5.50 for children ages 6-12.

Children ages 5 and younger eat free.

All carryouts are $8.50.

The church is handicapped accessible. Carryouts are available by calling 815732-7683.

The youth will also be holding a bake sale at the supper with funds going to their Camp Fund.

difficult for the commercial vehicles.

There is federal law that allows exceptions for these concerns.

It is important to remember we do not make the laws but it is our responsibility to educate the commercial vehicle drivers while making your safety our priority.

If you ever have a question please do not hesitate to call the office 815-732-6666 or email me at oglesheriff@ oglecounty.org.

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Municipalities could see cuts in sales tax revenues From A1 village officials are currently working on compiling the budget for the 2015-16 fiscal year and will have little choice but to cut spending since alternative sources of revenue simply aren’t available.

The village is already levying property taxes and utility taxes at the maximums allowed by the state, he said.

“We’re doing as much as we can locally right now,” he said.

The amount of state income tax a village or city receives is determined by its population.

Polo City Clerk said the city will lose $115,583 in

state income tax revenue if Rauner’s proposal is approved.

“That’s a significant loss for us,” she said.

Currently state income tax is the city’s largest source of revenue.

That revenue goes into the General Fund, which is used to pay for streets, police, parks and the city swimming pool, and administrative expenses. The estimated General Funds revenues for the year are $963,800.

“These are very important departments,” Corbitt said.

“It’s going to be a hardship if it happens.”

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stages of planning the 201516 budget, which must be approved in early May. Oregon Mayor Tom Stone said Rauner’s proposal will be one of the main topics discussed March 19 when mayors from the area meet at the Black Hawk Steak Pit. He said the proposed cuts are just another blow to promised state funding to cities and village.

“The state has been late for years on sales tax payments.

It’s nothing new, but it’s definitely going to hurt if it goes through,” Stone said.

Ken Williams, the city’s Finance Commissioner, said the city will lose about 10 percent of its expected

revenues should the measure be approved.

“The cost to the city would be $180,000 less in revenue,” he said. “In essence that’s a 10 percent reduction in our day-to-day operating expenses.”

With the 2015-16 budget planning already underway, Williams said at this point he plans to make no changes in the $1.8 million he expects to appropriate.

He said Rauner has indicated that municipalities have reserve funds available to make up the difference.

However, he said, while the city has some reserve funds, those monies are earmarked by state law for

Farm toy shows coming to Forreston, Polo The 30th annual Polo Farm Toy Show, sponsored by the Polo Lions Club, will be on Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Polo High School, 100 Union Ave., Polo.

Approximately 100 dealers will be attending the event with a wide variety of items.

A 50-50 drawing will be held.

The Polo Boosters will serve lunch in the school cafeteria.

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For dealer information call Dave and Irene Short at 815946-3730.

The Forreston FFA Alumni will hold its 27th Annual Toy Show and Craft Fair on Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Forreston Junior and Senior High School.

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The Toy Show features toy tractors, farm equipment, memorabilia, and collectibles. Proceeds will support the Forreston High School agriculture and FFA programs.

The event features more than 100 tables of vendors from all over the Midwest.

The Forreston FFA Alumni will also have Oliver 1750 toy tractors for sale.

The Craft Fair will have a large number of vendors offering crafts, food, candles, and other items.

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Forreston FFA Alumni will have a raffle for $200 and $100 gift certificates at Eickman’s Processing, Seward. Lunch will also be available from the FFA Alumni.

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Call Rick Garnhart for the Toy Show at 815-238-3044 or Cathy Kohlbauer for the Craft Fair at 815-275-6710.

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“It’s a big concern for the city,” Williams said. “There’s no way to make it up. We’ll just have to wait and see if it goes through.”

Forreston Village Clerk Carol Gagliardi said the village would lose an estimated $143,000 under the governor’s plan.

“That would be a significant loss for the village,” she said.

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Serenity Hospice and Home Movie and Discussion Night will be held on Monday, March 2 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Serenity Hospice and Home, 1658 S. Ill. 2, Oregon.

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March 12 deadline for Rock River Center trip to Circa ‘21 show Rock River Center has planned a trip to the Circa ’21 Broadway Dinner Playhouse on Wednesday, April 15.

The all new show is “The Last Potluck Supper” by The Church Basement Ladies.

It is 1979, the day of

the church’s Centennial Celebration, and past parishioners have gathered to share hotdish, bars, and stories from the last 100 years.

As the women work in the kitchen, these shared

memories burst into life through a series of flashbacks. Travel back to 1897, and meet Vivian’s grandmother, one of the founding members of the church.

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Tax Forms Here A very limited number of tax forms are available at the library. Only 1040, 1040-A, 1040-EZ, and the Illinois 1040 have been received. The federal forms do not have the accompanying instruction booklets, but Illinois has sent a few instruction books for the IL-1040.

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The dates of the program are: Tuesday, March 10, 6 p.m. and Saturday March 28, 10 a.m. Come to one or come to all. Registration is requested but not required.

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Very often, small gardeners do not use all the seeds from a packet. Patrons are invited to bring in extra seeds from 2014 and 2015.

A Master Gardener will be on hand to answer questions. Garden crafts for children and adults will be available. and there will be garden crafts for adults and children. Participants are asked to save toilet paper and paper towel cores for the crafts.

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Program Bookmark Contest Entry forms for the 2015 Summer Reading Program Bookmark Contest are available at the library. The 2015 theme is Read to the Rhythm.

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Eighth grade team beats Polo David L. Rahn Junior High’s eighth grade girls’ basketball team was in action last week hosting Winnebago and Polo.

On Feb. 17, the Winnebago Indians came to DLR for a conference contest. The Indians came out strong in the first half and built a 1233 half-time lead.

The Indians’ stifling halfcourt trap caused problems for the Eagles the entire game.

DLR found some offense in the second half but

Winnebago was too strong as they defeated the Eagles, 62-27.

Hannah Donaldson led the Eagles with eight points.

McKenna Sadler and Olivia Mongan each added six.

Abigail Hopkins chipped in four while Alisha Gilmour had two and Katelin Pudlas a free throw.

Two days later, Polo was in town for another conference match-up.

The Eagles’ defense was much improved.

Both teams had slow offensive starts but DLR

poured in fifteen second quarter points to hold a 19-2 advantage at the break.

Polo struggled offensively in the second half while the Eagles continued to score.

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Sadler led the team with 12 points. Mongan and Hopkins each had eight.

Mallory Bergstrom, Pudlas and MyKenzie Beitel all added four.

Isabelle Bergstrom had a bucket and Donaldson a free throw.

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The 41st annual Leaf River High School Old Timers Volleyball and Basketball Games will he held on Saturday, March 7 at the River Valley Complex, Leaf River.

The doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and a sandwich supper will be served from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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accepted for the supper and games.

The volleyball game will begin at 5 p.m., the program at 6:30 p.m., and the basketball game at 7 p.m.

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The Class of 1965 will be honored for its 50th year.

Members of the honored class will be admitted free.

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SECTION B

Thursday, February 26, 2015

Crandall battles back, takes fourth at state final OHS junior wrestles 3 of top 5 to overtime

By Randy Holland Matt Crandall brought home a fourth place medal from the 1A state wrestling finals on Feb. 21 after taking three of the top five 285-pound finishers to overtime.

Crandall lost the third place match to John Barnes of Peru Saint Bede on a body lock takedown with 13 seconds left in overtime.

Crandall, a junior, becomes Oregon’s first place winner since Brandon Sklavanitis took first in 2013. And he is only the second medalist since Randall Peterson took third in eight years ago.

All four heavyweight qualifiers from the Oregon Sectional placed in the top five. In addition to Barnes, the sectional champion, finishing third, Mercer County’s Ethan Ball finished first, and Durand’s Eli Burdick was fifth.

Crandall’s first opponent in the tournament was runner-up Tommy Brown of Plano. Brown rode out the 30 second ultimate tiebreaker to take a 2-1 win on Thursday.

Brown pinned his way to the title match from there, taking both TJ Peters of Stanford Olympia and Barnes down to their backs in the first minute. Ball pinned him at 4:13 to take the title.

In the state tournament, only wrestlers who lose to quarterfinalists get a chance to wrestle back for third

place.

“I was really glad that Brown won and I got another chance,” said Crandall. “I started off slow this season, but I really worked hard. I knew I belonged here and had a chance to place.”

The improvement was evident in the late season.

Crandall lost by a point in overtime to Ball at the Orion tournament in late January.

He handed Burdick his first defeat of the season in the regional final, and beat him again in overtime in the state consolation semifinals.

Crandall finished the season with a 35-10 record.

“It will be tough, but I know what I can do now. I am going to win this next year,” he said.

Oregon’s other entrant in the tournament did not fare as well. Dominic Marchetti drew third ranked Zach Lorek of Kankakee Bishop McNamara, the Wilmington sectional champion in the opening round and was defeated 6-2.

Lorek advanced to the semifinals where he was defeated by the eventual champion, JJ Wolfe of Dakota, and he finished third. Marchetti was defeated 3-2 in the first round of the wrestlebacks by sixth place finisher Will Kleinart of Clifton Central to end his tournament and career.

Ethan Cain of Polo also lost his opener, dropping a 9-8 decision to fourth place finisher Naulon Simms of Tremont. Simms advanced, giving Cain another shot and he took a 9-0 win over Patrick Stanton of Murphysboro in the preliminary wrestleback.

But the quarterfinals were

Oregon’s Matthew Crandall, left, wrestles St. Bede’s John Barnes during a third place bout at 1A state wrestling finals in Champaign on Feb. 21. Photo by Michael Krabbenhoeft, Sauk Valley Media

as far as he advanced. Third place medalist Sam Schuler of Prairie Central defeated him 6-1 in the quarterfinals.

Brown and Crandall were scoreless in the first period.

Crandall started down, and had to avoid backpoints before he twisted away with a minute left.

He was riding tough in the third but lost a stalling point with 40 seconds left to force overtime. Neither wrestler could score in the first three extra periods.

Crandall selected down in the ultimate tiebreaker, and got to his feet once, but could not get away and dropped to the lower

bracket.

In the first round of wrestlebacks Crandall hit a snap single and drove Peters to his back for the fall at 1:48.

James Britton of Chicago Leo was next.

Crandall went to the left for an outside single and took Britton to his back, switching to a reverse half nelson to pin at 1:56.

Next up was Burdick, coming down from the semifinals after losing 1-0 to Ball. They went through the first scoreless. Crandall escaped early in the second and Burdick early in the Matt Crandall, far left, stands at the medial podium at the state wrestling meet. Crandall, a junior, finished fourth in

Turn to B2 the 285-pound weight division. Photo by Randy Holland

Scheidecker finishes 97th at state final at Cherry Bowl

By Chris Johnson Reporter

Heading into the final game on Feb. 20, Oregon’s Alyson Scheidecker was on the bubble to advance to the third round of the IHSA state bowling tournament.

The top 12 teams and the top 30 individuals not on a team would earn a spot to bowl on Feb. 21 at Cherry Bowl, Rockford.

With her morning 584 series (177,183, 224) and her first two games of the afternoon series, 211, 192, Scheidecker was within a pin or two either way of advancing.

Oregon’s Alyson Scheidecker makes an approach on the lanes at Cherry Bowl last But, it was not to be.

Friday during the IHSA State Final. She rolled a 177, 183, and 224 for a 584 series and Scheidecker rolled her 194.7 average in the morning session. Photo by Chris Johnson lowest game of the day, a

137 to finish with a 540 series in the afternoon.

Her six game total of 1,124 for a 187.3 average was not quite high enough to advance.

The sophomore, who is only the second OHS bowler to compete at the state final, was less than 50 pins shy of advancing.

The top bowler for the day was Kyra Udziela of Lemont with a 1,397 series. Udziela was also the top bowler in the state with 2,748 pins for the tournament.

Lockport Township won the team title.

Regionally Belvidere North finished seventh, Freeport finished ninth, and Guilford finished eleventh.

Scheidecker officially

finished in 97th place for the tournament out of 131 bowlers.

The Oregon team will look to improve for next season.

Scheidecker was named to the Big Northern All Conference team.

She is joined by her sister Abi, Tayla Smith and McKenzie Tague.

The Lady Hawks finished the season with a 7-1 conference record to win the BNC title.

For the boys, Oregon had two all conference bowlers. AJ Nordman and Joe Miranda selected to the team.

The boys finished the season with a 3-4 conference record.

Hawks close regular season with 60-38 win

By Andy Colbert Reporter It was all smiles at the Blackhawk Center on Feb. 20 after the Oregon boys basketball team ended its regular season on a high note with a 60-38 win over Stillman Valley.

“It was the best game we’ve played all year,” Oregon coach Quinn Virgil said. “I’m happy with we how we finished this year.

The guys competed hard tonight.”

Leading the way was sharpshooter Trevor Otten, who immediately took advantage of SV’s zone defense. Otten, a 6-foot-2 junior, had six 3-pointers, including three in the first few minutes, on 3-for-4 shooting.

“Trevor hasn’t seen a zone lately and he was excited,” Virgil said.

Besides being able to

shoot against a zone instead of man-to-man, Otten was aided by some timely passing.

“His scoring was a testament to our guys getting him the ball,” Virgil said. “We had 10 assists at halftime. We moved the ball well.”

Though he did not score a point, the director of that offense was point guard Jarrett Reynolds.

Early in the third quarter, a no-look pass from the top of the key to Jerrick Orsted best exemplified his contributions. That precision pass resulted in an easy score

by Orsted under the basket and a 36-21 Hawk lead.

“Those first three minutes of the second half killed us,” SV coach Dan Cameron said.

Actually, it was a probably a combination of the last part of the second quarter and first part of the third quarter,

as Oregon stretched a 23-21 lead into a 39-21 advantage on a 16-point run.

“We didn’t have an answer for that,” said Cameron, son of former Byron golf coach Mark Cameron. “I tell our team that everyone is going to make a run on them and we need to be ready for it.

We weren’t tonight.”

The Cardinals did play Oregon even in the first quarter, as four different players got into the scoring column in a 13-13 tie. Kane VanBriessen kept in close in the second quarter on some impressive 3-point shooting of his own.

But once Oregon went on its mid-game run, the Cardinals fell apart. Otten took a bow early in the fourth quarter with Oregon ahead 52-31, but not before drawing a few more oohs and aahs.

On a beautiful head fake

against VanBriessen, Otten masterly drove the baseline and converted for a basket and then closed his act out with another pair of 3-pointers, exiting with 26 points.

Senior Matt Wasilewski added 16 points on a wide variety of shots near the basket. Of any one player on either team, he was the most active in the paint and created havoc for the Cardinals.

“It was a good game for him to have on Senior Night,” Virgil said. “He’s grown a lot since he came into our program as an underclassman.”

Also playing his last game as a senior was Sukh Gill. He did have chances to score in the final minute, but sacrificed the potential points with passes to his OHS Senior Sukhdeep Gill looks to pass to a teammate teammates.

during Feb. 20 action against Stillman Valley at the

Turn to B2 Blackhawk Center in Oregon. Photo by Earleen Hinton

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Crandall takes fourth in 1A’s 285-pound division From B1 third, and the rest of the time they were on their feet, neither able to get an advantage.

It was the same in the one minute overtime period until Crandall dropped to a single and got behind right at the buzzer to take the 3-1 win.

In the third place match, Crandall got out of early trouble to go to the second scoreless.

Barnes was warned for stalling on a stand up by Crandall and with 15 seconds left, Crandall spun away for the first score.

Barnes switched out to tie it up with a minute left in the Oregon’s Matthew Crandall, right, wrestles St. Bede’s John Barnes during a third third.

They were even through place bout at the 1A state wrestling meet in Champaign on Feb. 21. Photo by Michael the first part of the overtime.

Krabbenhoeft, Sauk Valley Media

Crandall avoided a throw with 30 seconds left, then Barnes locked him up and took him down for the win.

Crandall injured his knee on the takedown.

In Marchetti’s opening round match, Lorek went right after him and took him down with an outside single ten seconds into the match, let him up, and scored another takedown with a minute to go.

Seconds later, Lorek hit a duck under to take a 4-1 lead. Marchetti chose down to start the second.

Lorek let him up again and countered for a takedown.

Marchetti was working the switch late in the period, but went out of bounds before he got free.

On their feet through the third, each wrestler had strong shots, but no score.

Against Kleinart in the preliminary wrestleback, Marchetti fought off a series of shots before he lost a takedown with 20 seconds left in the first period. On the bottom in the second, Marchetti switched out and stepped over for a reverse with 20 seconds left in the period to tie the score.

Kleinart escaped 40 seconds into the third. For the rest of the match Marchetti was working for a takedown off a front headlock and Kleinart blocked effectively to take the win.

Kleinart lost to Jared Cole of Erie in the fifth place match.

Sports Column Emotions should not overrule our intellect

By Andy Colbert Reporter With state wrestling wrapping up and basketball post season in full swing, there is plenty to discuss this week.

That stuff would be

the easy and fun to write about, especially with the circumstances surrounding Matt Crandall’s near upset of the No. 1 seed in the 285 weight class at the IHSA state tournament, a red-hot Forreston boys basketball team streaking into the regional and maybe how close the Oregon girls basketball team were to advancing to the final game of the sectional if they had a healthy Emy Wright.

Plus, there were a few other blurbs worthy of discussion.

However, this column has always felt that news about sports should take a backseat to spiritual matters affecting sports. And, that’s what this week topic is on – the spiritual side of athletics.

Here’s the back story.

While at Senior Night for the Oregon boys basketball team on Saturday, I noticed only two players instead of three were being recognized.

Where was the other senior?

I discovered he was dismissed from the team for making disparaging remarks during the Feb. 3 Dixon game about the players from the opposing side.

When situations such as these come up, coaches usually tell us reporters to not mention it in the paper, as if it never happened.

Instead, concentrate on the players on the team, not those

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suspended or dismissed.

Or, when a kid commits an athletic code infraction, the parents would rather not have it reported on. If it is mentioned in the paper, they accuse us of picking on their child.

A school’s administration will sometimes even suggest we concentrate on the positives, not the negatives.

So the message us reporters get is to act as though nothing happened.

Don’t see anything here, keep moving along please.

I disagree.

Let’s be candid and discuss these issues, not to belittle a high school athlete, but for the sake of turning those negatives into positives.

As someone himself who has entertained ungracious thoughts in the past and even acted on few of them, I understand where this young man is coming from.

It’s very easy to let our emotions to overrule our intellect and say and do things harmful to our fellow man.

Count me guilty as charged on this count many times over. Perhaps you have been, too.

However, this doesn’t excuse us for egregious behavior.

So, what’s to be done about it?

Quite simply, the thing for him to do is ask permission to speak to the Dixon basketball team and apologize to them for what he said. Sending a note or making a phone call isn’t sufficient. This has to be done in person in front of all the players he offended.

It may sound like a daunting task, but it’s a winwin for both sides.

He will grow spiritually

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from taking an action that goes against his inherent nature of fear and the kids from Dixon will gain from having the chance the offer genuine forgiveness from the heart.

Besides the value gained in sportsmanship between the two schools, something much more important will result. Ultimately, love will rule instead of lingering bitterness.

Yes, it is possible for love to exist in the competitive world of high school sports, but love should always come before our competitive nature.

About a year and a half ago, I wrote something unfavorable about the Rockford Lutheran football team and ended up apologizing to the entire team one day before their practice. That humbling act turned out to be a wonderful experience for all parties.

For his sake, I hope he takes advantage of the same opportunity with the Dixon basketball team and experience what spirituality has to offer.

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“That’s the kind of person he is,” Virgil said.

Orsted added eight points and the up-andcoming sophomore, Andrew Newman, had seven points and exhibited some fancy ball-handling for a big man.

Oregon finished the regular season with a 3-11 BNC record and 10-18 overall.

“The conference was loaded,” Virgil said. “Four of those games were against two teams (Dixon and Lutheran) ranked in 3A. Then there is Winnebago, who is always a power in 2A.”

The Hawks are currently in sixth place, with the 3A teams (Dixon, Lutheran, Rock Falls and Mendota) wrapping up play this week.

The game of the year will be Friday as Lutheran travels to Dixon in a match-up between one-loss teams.

In 2A regional action, Oregon and Byron play each other this Wednesday, with the winner likely seeing Winnebago in the Friday night final.

During a break in play in the third quarter, official Don Cook of Forreston was acknowledged for reffing his final regular season game after 47 years on the job.

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Electronic recycling day Friday, Feb. 27 in Oregon Monthly event is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

By Reita Nicholson Administrative Assistant Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department The monthly drop-off recycling day for residential electronics will be Friday, Feb. 27, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The location is at the Solid Waste Management Department (OCSWD), 909 Pines Rd., Oregon, at the south end of the building.

The program is sponsored by the OCSWD. Items that will be accepted from Ogle County residents for recycling include adding machines, answering

machines, cameras, camcorders, CD’s/ DVD’s, CD players, CD Rom drives, calculators, cellphones, and computer cables.

Additional items include desktop computers, laptops, monitors, copy machines, credit card machines, disk players, DVD players, electric typewriters, electronic mice, fax machines, floppy disk drives, ink cartridges, and joysticks.

The following items will also be accepted: keyboards, main frames, medical equipment, microwaves, modems, MP3 players, pagers, PDA’s, postage machines, printers, projectors, remote controls, scanners, servers, shredders, and stereo equipment.

Tape drives, telephones, telephone systems, terminals,

televisions, toner cartridges, VCR’s, video cassette players, video game consoles, and zip drives are also acceptable.

Limit items to those listed above, no dehumidifiers, air conditioners, coffee pots, lamps, toasters, or appliances.

A $10 fee will be charged for each microwave oven brought in for recycling.

Checks should be made payable to Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department.

A limit of two TV’s or computer monitors (or one of each) can be recycled per monthly event. The events are generally held on the last Friday of the month.

Majestic Flight Bald eagles were flying over the Rock River near the Oregon dam last week. Above, an eagle soars south of the dam before flying out of sight south of the Ill. 64 bridge. At left, a bald eagle is perched in a tree on an island just south of the dam.

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Oregon Police Activity Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity for Feb. 16 through Feb. 22.

Feb. 19 At 7:30 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the 700 block of S. Fourth Street involving a 2005 Ford driven by Peggy S. Oelke, 52, Oregon, and a 2013 Ford driven by John J. Varga, 71, of Dixon.

Oelke was issued a citation for improper lane usage.

Feb. 20 At 2:03 p.m., police responded to a disturbance in the 300 block of S. Fourth Street resulting in the arrest of Eric L. Peterson, 26, Oregon, for disorderly conduct.

Peterson was transported

to the Ogle County jail.

Feb. 21 At 12:40 a.m., police arrested Adam M. T. Marciniak, 24, Oregon, for driving while under the influence of alcohol and possession of cannabis less than 2.5 grams.

Marciniak was also issued citations for disobeying a traffic sign, disobeying a traffic control signal, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Marciniak was transported to the Ogle County jail.

Two parking tickets and six verbal/written warnings were issued from Feb. 16 to Feb. 22.

Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations

and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

General calls for service through dispatch Feb. 16-22 Checking a Subject Vehicle ......................... 5 Citizen Complaints ...... 7 Noise Complaints ........ 2 Animal Complaints ..... 2 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem............... 1 Vehicle/Building Lockout........................ 3 Disturbance/ Domestic...................... 4 Ambulance/Other Department Assist ....... 1 Alarm Response/ Open Door or Window .......... 2 911 Hang-ups/Open phone lines................... 2 Traffic Stops ................ 6

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Dells Nature Center naturalist.

The Northwest Illinois Audubon Society will sponsor a spring waterfowl field trip, led by Mary Blackmore, on Saturday, March 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Obituaries Irene Black Irene Black, 103, died on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015 at the United Methodist North Campus, Lawrenceville.

She was born on Dec. 28, 1911 to Lydia (Robbins) Catt and John Clarence Catt in Lawrence County.

She married John Warren Black on June 9, 1929, and he preceded her in death.

She was a homemaker and a noted genealogist; founder of Irene Black Genealogical Historical Library, Bridgeport.

Irene was a very dedicated member of the First Christian Church, Bridgeport; Daughters of the American

Revolution; Daughters of American Colonist; Society of Colonial Dames of XVII Century; Lawrence County Historical Society; Illinois State Genealogy Society; and numerous local organizations.

She is survived by a brother, Marion L. Catt, Grant Park; a daughter Rosemary Troxel, Polo; a daughter-in-law,

Jacob M. Burke Jacob Matthew Burke, 25, son of Bob and Dawn Burke of Oregon, died on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015 at Loyola Medical Center where he had been a patient in the ICU for two and a half weeks.

Jake was an active student and athlete at both Oregon and Rock Falls High School.

More than winning, he enjoyed the game and playing it with his teammates.

He went on to graduate from Western Illinois University where he found inspiration in studying psychology.

Among his many accomplishments Jake would consider falling in love, spending time with his friends and family, and learning guitar as his favorite.

His family will miss

Marion I. DeGraf Marion Irene DeGraf, 89, died on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015.

She was the beloved wife of the late Gottfried DeGraf; loving mother of Charles, the late Lawrence, John, Peter (Barbara), Robert (Dawn), William (Laura), and David (Julia); cherished grandma of Rebecca, Jason (Nicole), Jacqueline (James)

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cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends.

He was predeceased by maternal grandparents, Donald and Patricia Aulls; and paternal grandfather, Roger Burke, all of Oregon.

His family would like to thank Dr. Goyal and team and the many nurses and staff at Loyola Medical Center who took such loving care of Jake.

Christian funeral mass was held Feb. 23 at St. Mary Catholic Church, 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon.

Burial followed at St. Mary Cemetery, Oregon.

Arrangements were completed by FarrellHolland-Gale Funeral Home, 110 S. Seventh St., Oregon.

Memorials may be directed to Special Olympics.

his warm smile, playful personality, and loyal heart.

Jake will be greatly missed by his parents, Bob and Dawn Burke, Oregon; sisters, Carrie (Rob) Tinsma, Anthem, Ariz., Becky (Clayton) Merrill, Canton, Miss.; brothers, Jason Coffman and Zach Coffman, both of Chicago, and Brett Burke, Oregon; his loving grandmother, Darlene Burke; and numerous aunts, uncles,

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Buckley, the late Daniel, Christina (Andrew) Kuhns, Holly, Cheyanne, Rene, and Jonathon; proud greatgrandma of Payton DeGraf and Easton Kuhns; fond aunt and cousin to many, and friend to all.

Visitation will be held on Friday, Feb. 27 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. with a service at 11:30 a.m. at Olson Burke/ Sullivan Funeral Home &

Cremation Center, 6471 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago, Ill. 60631.

Interment will be at Ridgewood Memorial.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Eden United Church of Christ, 5051 W. Gunnison, Chicago, IL 60630, phone 773-283-5557.

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Eula Jean Black, Mattoon; four grandchildren, Susan (Pete) Whiting, Rock Falls, Tom (Rosa)Troxel, Little Rock , Ark., Bruce (Cindy) Black, Peachtree City, Ga., Todd Black, Mattoon; seven great-grandchildren, James (Karen) Troxel, Norman, Okla., Andrea (Nicholas) Westen, Frisco, Texas, Matthew Black, Chicago, Susanna Black, Mattoon,

Gabriel Black, Mattoon, Austin Black, Peachtree City, Ga., Peyton Black, Peachtree City, Ga.; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her son, Ted. R. Black; one brother; and five sisters.

The funeral service was held on Monday, Feb. 23 at Glasser Funeral Home, Bridgeport, with Pastor Bill

Donald Greenfield Donald Greenfield, 88, Freeport (formerly of Forreston), died Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015.

Don was born on March 2, 1926 in rural Forreston, the son of Irvin and Linnie (Duitsman) Greenfield. He married Norene Branche on March 21, 1953 in Forreston.

They were married for 60 years.

Don and Norene spent their married life farming together on the Sesquicentennial Greenfield farm just two miles southwest of Forreston.

He was an active, lifetime member of Forreston Grove Presbyterian Church where he served several terms as a trustee.

Don was involved in several community organizations. He was a member of the 50-plus Ogle County Farm Bureau and served as the director of the board for several terms.

He also served as trustee for Lincoln Township.

He enjoyed playing

David Petro David Petro, 59, Mt. Morris, died on Friday, Feb. 20, 2015 at his home.

David was born on May 19, 1955 in Geneva, Ohio, the son of William V. and Helen V. (Dodge) Petro Sr. David enjoyed fishing, hunting, volunteering at the church, helping others, and spending time with his family and friends.

David was a member of Mt. Morris Evangelical Free Church.

horseshoes, writing on his calendar every day, and going to cattle sales in Missouri and Nebraska.

He only had red tractors and his favorite was his 1944 H. He also enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s sporting and musical events, watching the Chicago Bulls and was a die-hard Cubs fan.

He is survived by his three daughters, Sandy (Bill) Williams, Freeport, Cathy (the late Steven) Schmidt, Kandern, Germany, and David served in the U.S. Marines and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan.

David is survived by his son, Jacob (Samantha) Petro, Bellefontaine, Ohio; granddaughter, Guinivere Petro, Bellefontaine, Ohio; brothers, William (Nikki) Petro Jr., Chattahoochee, Fla., and James (Dawn) Petro, Mt. Morris; sisters: Carolyn (Lyle) Pepin Jr., Madison, Ohio, and Diane (Edward) Mikkelsen, Mt. Pleasant, Pa.; and many nieces and nephews.

Cox officiating.

Burial was at the Zion Cemetery, Lawrenceville.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Christian Church of Bridgeport or Irene Black Genealogical and Historical Library, Bridgeport.

Glasser Funeral Home, Bridgeport, is in charge of arrangements.

Lauri (Bill) Plambeck, Forreston; grandchildren, Matthew (Emily) and Lindsay Williams, Joseph (Jessie Shippert), Stephen, and Mitchell Plambeck and Jonathan Schmidt; and three great-grandchildren Dean, Korah, and Isaac.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Norene on April 12, 2013; his parents; his sisters, Irma (Alfred) Ludewig and Florence (Leo) DeVries; and son-in-law, Steven Schmidt.

The funeral was held Feb. 21 at Forreston Grove Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Jeremy Cheezum officiating.

Burial was at Forreston Grove Cemetery.

Arrangements were completed by Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home, Forreston.

A memorial fund has been established in his memory for Forreston Grove Church and Forreston Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Sign the guestbook at www.burketubbs.com.

David is preceded in death by his parents, and infant sister, Janice Petro.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, Feb. 27 at 11 a.m.. at Mt. Morris Evangelical Free Church, 102 S. Seminary, Mt. Morris, with Lance Mennen officiating.

A fellowship will follow the service in the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Evangelical Free Church in David Petro’s name.

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

Feb. 18 Nicholas Walker, 23, Rochelle, pleaded guilty to unlawful use of a credit card.

Ogle County Associate Circuit Court Judge John C. Redington sentenced him to 30 days imprisonment in the Ogle County jail and 24

months probation.

He must submit to DNA testing, random drug testing, cooperate and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as requested by probation.

He must pay a $600 probation fee, $100 to Crime Stoppers, $100 to the Violent Crime Victim Assistance (VCVA) Fund, $1,200 restitution to Stop N Go and $600 to Dupaco Community Credit Union.

Matthew Kornewald, 36, Dixon, retail theft, failed to appear, arrest warrant issued

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for $20,000 (10 percent) remains.

Christopher Jones, 31, Rochelle, possession of a controlled substance, pretrial conference March 9.

Cory Collins, 23, Rochelle, possession of a controlled substance, pretrial conference April 13.

Feb. 19 Rudy Castillo, 24, Mt. Morris, possession of a controlled substance, pretrial conference March 9.

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Prescott Piatz, 21, Rochelle, pleased guilty to possession of a controlled substance.

Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to 24 months court supervision, 54 days imprisonment, and 100 hours of public service.

He must cooperate and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments as requested by probation. He must submit to DNA testing, random drug and alcohol testing.

He must pay a probation fee of $600, a $500 drug

assessment, $100 lab fee, $100 to Crime Stoppers, and $100 to the VCVA Fund.

Counts of possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia were dismissed per a plea agreement.

Jennifer Stark, 29, Rochelle, pleaded guilty to violation of order of protection.

Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson sentenced her to 12 months probation and 16 days imprisonment.

She must cooperate and satisfactorily complete

psychological or substance abuse assessments as requested by probation.

She must submit to random drug and alcohol testing, comply with all mental health treatment and counseling recommendations. She must pay a $300 probation fee.

Donald Mazzanti, 57, Rochelle, possession of a controlled substance/ defrauding drug and alcohol screening tests/unlawful use of weapons/possession of drug paraphernalia/ possession of cannabis, status March 6.

Property Transfers Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the county recorder’s office.

The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and township of the property, and the price of the transfer.

Feb. 16 Marilyn J. Gollmer, quit claim deed to Richard W. Gollmer, four properties in Forreston Township, no address given.

Renee K. Messacar, quit claim deed to Mark Zaccaria, 1077 N. Second St., Rochelle, Flagg Township.

Nancy E. Typer, deceased by heirs, warranty deed to DYN Office Investments,

LLC, property on S. Walnut St., no address given, Byron, Byron Township, $6,000.

Steven T. Simpson, warranty deed to Raymond Petitjean and Judith Petitjean, 150 S. Fox Run Lane, Byron, Byron Township, $199,000.

Robert J. Arn and Mary Ann Arn, quit claim deed to Robert J. Arn, trustee, Robert J. Arn Trust, Mary Ann Arn, trustee, and Mary

Ann Arn Trust, 6482 Ill. 72 East, Stillman Valley, Marion Township.

Feb. 17 Gary Diehl, Kenneth Diehl, and Susan Diehl, warranty deed to DAOA Living Trust, 700 S. Second St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $32,000.

Larry A. Wright, warranty deed to Anders J. Arvigo and

Kristin L. Arvigo, 11 Clay St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $120,000.

Anders J. Arvigo and Kristin L. Arvigo, warranty deed to Coilcraft, Inc., 11 Clay St., Oregon, OregonNashua Township, $109,000.

Lorena H. Zack, warranty deed to Nancy R. Larsen, 1301 Northlake Ct., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $150,000.

David P. Gesin and Cynthia A. Gesin, warranty deed to Kevin P. Duitsman and Brenda S. Duitsman, 9760 Ill. 72 West, Forreston, Forreston Township.

on the right side of the road.

After an investigation, the driver, Aleksandr A. Melnichuk, 43, Kennewick, Wash., was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol.

Melnichuk was also issued citations for improper lane usage and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

He was transported to the Ogle County jail for processing. Melnichuk was being held in lieu of bond.

At 7:15 p.m., deputies responded to Mud Creek Road and Leaf River Road for a one-vehicle accident.

After a short investigation, Jaime Carter, 34, Oregon, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol and endangering the life and health of a child.

Carter also received citations for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, improper lane use, no insurance, and failure to display driver’s license.

Carter was transferred to the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond.

Deputies were assisted by the Mt. Morris Police.

Feb. 19 Joshua Harrolle and Crystal Harrolle, warranty deed to Brian A. Mitchell and Kathleen A. Pontarelli, 2002 N. Southfield Rd., Byron,

Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity.

Feb. 17 At 9:40 a.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 8,000 block of N. Adeline Road. As a result, Hope R. Thomas, 48, German Valley, was arrested for driving without a driver’s license.

Thomas was also issued a citation for an expired registration.

Thomas was transported to the Ogle County Jail for processing and is due to appear in Ogle County court on a later date.

Melissa L. Wilson, 35, Machesney Park, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Wilson posted $929 full cash for bond and has no further court appearances.

Mark Contreras, 49, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for civil contempt.

Contreras’ full cash bond was set at $1,387.55 pending a Feb. 23 court appearance.

parking on a roadway.

After a short investigation, Ernie R. Ross, 29, Rochelle, was arrested for driving while license suspended, driving while under the influence of alcohol and aggravated DUI. Ross also received citations for failure to signal and illegal parking on a roadway. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held pending a Feb. 18 bond hearing.

Feb. 18 David Hudson, 43, Davis Junction, was arrested on a violation of an order of protection. Hudson was held in the Ogle County Jail.

Cody Walters, 25, Rockford, was arrested for driving while license suspended and given a citation for operating an uninsured vehicle after deputies stopped a black Pontiac in the 7000 block on north Stillman Road.

Walters was transported to the Ogle County Jail and will appear in court at a later time.

Frank Scott, 41, Rock Falls, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear.

Scott’s full cash bond was set at $568 pending a Feb. 18 court appearance.

Feb. 19 Eric Polich, 23, Middleton Wis., was arrested on a warrant. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he posted 10% of a $2,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on a later date.

At about 8:30 p.m. deputies were dispatched to Flagg Center for a report of an erratic driver. Deputies located and stopped a 2003 Tan Oldsmobile Bravada for failure to signal and improper

Michael Hensley, 24, Forreston, was arrested for leaving the scene of an accident. Hensley was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held on $3,000 bond pending

a court appearance.

Brandy Thomas, 29 (no town provided) and Juan Lozano, 29, Maple Park, were arrested on warrants for retail theft conspiracy. Both were transported to the Ogle County Jail where they were being held on $10,000 bonds pending a court appearance.

Feb. 20 Noah Hamilton, 22, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for having a defective windshield. Hamilton’s bond was set at $2,000 pending a Feb. court appearance.

Steve Montalto, 30, Belvidere, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while license suspended.

Montalto’s bond was set at $15,000 pending a Feb. 23 court appearance.

Feb. 21 At 5:07 p.m., deputies stopped a black Hyundai in the 10000 block of W. Ill. 72 for speeding.

After a short investigation, Crystal Ethridge, 26, Machesney Park, was arrested for driving while her license was suspended. Ethridge

was transported to the Ogle County jail where she was held in lieu of bond.

At 8:20 p.m., deputies responded to Pines Road and Lowell Park road for a two-vehicle accident. After a short investigation, it was learned that James K. Cain, 67, Sterling, failed to yield to Rocky D. Rivers, 29, Polo, striking Rivers’ vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Cain was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. He was transported to the Ogle County jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Cain also received a citation for failure to yield at an intersection.

Deputies were assisted at the scene by Polo police, fire and ambulance.

There were no injuries sustained in the accident.

The accident remains under investigation.

Feb. 22 At approximately 4:18 a.m., deputies responded to a one-vehicle accident on I-39 just south of McNeal Road.

A tractor-trailer semi was northbound at this location and rolled over into the ditch

At 3:55 p.m., deputies along with the Stillman Valley Fire Department and Stillman Valley ambulance responded to a one-vehicle accident with injuries in the 11,000 block of E. Ill. 72, Davis Junction.

A vehicle driven by Riley D. Smith, 18, Oregon, was eastbound on Ill. 72 when she lost control of the vehicle.

The vehicle struck a guard rail on the south side of the road causing the vehicle to roll over, coming to rest on all four wheels in the eastbound lane, facing west.

Smith was transported to Swedish American Hospital with minor injuries.

The accident remains under investigation.

Feb. 23 At around 8 a.m., deputies responded to a domestic problem at 8083 Green Street in Grand Detour. After a short investigation, Jared Tate, 32, Grand Detour, was arrested for domestic battery.

Tate was taken to the Ogle County Jail for booking and bonding.

Jahson A. Havens, 24, Rockford, was arrested on a warrant for possession of a stolen vehicle. Havens’ bond was set at $20,000 pending a Feb. 24 court appearance.

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MC teachers complete training Five teachers from Monroe Center School had the opportunity to continue their education by enrolling in the U.S. Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) Train the Trainer program.

The five, Pam McGreer, Deana Simpson, Amy Metzger, Deb Endress, and Nancy Ryan, took the class and then offered professional development to their colleagues in Monroe Center Elementary School teachers Pam McGreer, Deana Simpson, the Meridan School District.

TPS was offered through the Amy Metzger, Deb Endress, and Nancy Ryan recently completed the Teaching with Primary Sources Train the Trainer program. Photo supplied Barat Education Foundation this past

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Through the class, each of the teachers also became a trainer.

Primary sources, documents or actual objects created during the time under study, help to provide students a window into the past.

Through this program, educators and students have access to more than 15 million digitized primary sources in the Library of Congress.

Some of the advantages to using primary sources in the classroom include increased student

engagement, and construction of new knowledge.

Other advantages include supporting the development of the collaboration, communication and critical thinking skills required by the Common Core State Standards (CCSS)/New Illinois Learning Standards.

Simpson and Metzger, along with Ryan and McGreer presented the information at a workshop for teachers Feb. 17 at Highland Community College, Freeport.

Fines The following individuals paid fines in the Ogle County Circuit Court.

The name, age, and address of the individual is listed along with the offense, the date the fine was paid, the date the offense occurred in parenthesis, and the amount of the fine.

Joshua D. Schier, 38, Polo, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2015 (Nov. 7, 2014), $120.

Lisa M. Peterson, 39, Polo, failure to reduce speed, Feb. 18, 2015 (Nov. 13, 2014), $120.

Cecilia Rosas Cameron, 49, Oregon, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2015 (Dec. 1, 2014), $120.

Kelly M. Franchino, 36, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 16, 2015 (Dec. 3, 2014), $120.

Alexandra R. Peters, 22, Mt. Morris, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2015 (Nov. 20, 2014), $120.

Christopher W. Arnold, 27, Chana, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2015 (Dec. 7, 2014), $120.

Monty D. Gile, 53, Byron, unsafe backing on a roadway, Feb. 19, 2015 (Dec. 27, 2014), $120.

Brandon L. Gile, Byron, driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 20, 2015 (Jan. 2, 2015), $195.

John P. Ditmars, 51, Byron, disregarding official traffic control device, Feb. 19, 2015 (Jan. 5, 2015), $285.

Steven J. Krenc, 55, Forreston, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2015 (Jan. 14, 2015), $291.

Eric R. Young, 19, Mt. Morris, disregarding stop sign, Feb. 18, 2015 (Jan. 18, 2015), $120.

Tanner L. Atchison, 23, Byron, expired registration, Feb. 16, 2015 (Jan. 20, 2015), $120.

David T. Devilieger, 21, Leaf River, no valid registration, Feb. 18, 2015 (Jan. 19, 2015), $175.

Malachi G. Messenger, 19, Oregon, driving 15-20 mph

over the speed limit, Feb. 16, 2015 (Jan. 17, 2015), $160.

Zachary A. Stromberg, 17, Oregon, driving 26-34 mph over the speed limit; charge amended/reduced to driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2015 (Jan. 19,

2015), $175.

Quinn P. Sparrow, 17, Monroe Center, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2015 (Jan. 21, 2015), $160.

Barbara A. Walker, 39, Mt. Morris, failure to reduce

speed, $120; improper traffic lane usage, $120, Feb. 19, 2015 (Dec. 14, 2014).

Andy Romero, 17, Davis Junction, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2015 (Feb. 3, 2015), $160.

Nicholas A. Yoakum, 24,

Byron, disregarding traffic control light, Feb. 18, 2015 (Feb. 6, 2015), $120.

Michael D. Cretsinger, 46, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2015 (Feb. 10, 2015), $120.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.SIMON A. AVERY AKA SIMON AVERY, TAMERA AVERY AKA TAMERA L. AVERY Defendant 14 CH 24 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on March 5, 2015, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 102 SOUTH MABEL STREET, Davis Junction, IL 61020 Property Index No. 11-22-281-004.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $101,086.46.

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 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 twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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

For information, contact the sales department, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14020294.

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.

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14020294 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 14 CH 24 TJSC#: 35-1691 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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F13110419 CPN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY- OREGON, ILLINOIS Champion Mortgage Company Plaintiff, vs.

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; David C. Miller; Susan M. Rains; Debra J. Gale aka Debra Gale; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Marilyn J. Miller; CERT MAIL - HUD; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants.

14 CH 12 Property Address: 504 Illinois Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on August 15, 2014, I, Sheriff, Michael R. Harn of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on March 20, 2015 , commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Administrative Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 504 Illinois Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 P.I.N.: 16-03-109-015 First Mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $88088.61 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507 (c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Ogle County.

The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale.

This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage, LLC PLAINTIFF

Vs.

Rubin Rogin; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 13 CH 00105 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/5/2014, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 3/20/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN (07) 02-33-186-008 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 606 S. 2nd Avenue, Forreston, IL 61030 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-1412770.

Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2015

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: PATRICK H. RILEY, Deceased NO. 2015-P-8 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Patrick H. Riley. Letters of office were issued on February 9, 2015, to Cleo J. Straley, 730 W. Blackhawk Drive, Byron, Illinois 61010 as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Lee County Courthouse, Dixon, Illinois 61021, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Dated this 19th day of February, 2015.

CLEO J. STRALEY, Independent Executor For the Estate of PATRICK H. RILEY, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMS MCCARTHY LLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 Fax 815-732-2289 Feb. 19, 25, March 5, 2015

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: JUANITA R. HORTON, Deceased.

Case No. 2015 P 5 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of JUANITA R. HORTON. Letters of Office were issued on January 30, 2015, to ERIC C. HORTON and GREGG E. HORTON, as Independent Co-Executors, 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 at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 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, Suite #300, Oregon, IL 61061or 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.

By: ERIC C. HORTON and GREGG E. HORTON Independent Co-Executors, Law Offices of M. Thomas Suits, P.C. 114 W Mason Street Polo IL 61064 815-946-2276 Feb. 26, March 5, 12, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage, LLC PLAINTIFF

Vs.

Rubin Rogin; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 13 CH 00105 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/5/2014, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 3/20/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT THREE (3) IN BLOCK TWENTY-THREE, IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN, NOW VILLAGE OF FORRESTON, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN (07) 02-33-186-008 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 606 S. 2nd Avenue, Forreston, IL 61030 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-14-12770.

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NEW TODAY Agricultural Construction Company seeking Service Techs and Millwright Crew Members Positions will be seasonal with the potential for full time employment.

Must be able to lift 80 lbs, use hand tools, and work Saturdays. Welding experience is a plus but not a requirement. All applicants are subject to background check.

Please email resumes to: Mbrady@apgrain systems.com Or apply within at 100 Roosevelt St., Hooppole, IL 61258 CDL DRIVER NEEDED Rock River Cartage is a family owned flatbed carrier. $55,000+ a yr. We offer 401K, Health Ins., and home every night. Must have 2 years experience.

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HVP VENDING Hiring Full Time Route Driver Sales Person Qualifications/ Requirements •High School Diploma or GED •Able to pass physical/Drug Screen •Have excellent driving record Send Resume: HVP Vending P.O. Box 382 Morrison, IL 61270 Or Apply: HVP Vending 409 East Main St, Morrison, IL. 61270 815-772-4035

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IN NDUSTRIA AL MAIN NTENANCE E MECH HANIC Rochelle e Foods, LLC C, a wh hollly own ned subsidia ary of Horm mel Foods Corp poration, has imme edia ate ope enings forr 2nd and 3rdd shiftt Indusstria al Mainttenance e Me echan nics in n th he Rochelle, IL plan nt. Thiss possition requirres the abilitty to ma ainta ain n, troubleshoot and repa air equ uipme ent in al manufa acturin ng environment. an industria

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To apply go to 806 Prosperity Dr. Sterling. 61081 815-626-1690 Wastewater Operator/Assistant The Village of Mt. Morris will receive applications for the position of a Water/Sewer Assistant until March 6, 2015.

This is a full time position. Applicants are required to possess the following minimum IEPA certifications: *A Class C Water and a Class 4 or higher Wastewater certification. *A valid CDL license would be helpful but not required.

The Village of Mt. Morris is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package.

Applications my be picked up at the Village Clerk's Office, 105 W. Lincoln St., Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. 815-7346425

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NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is specifically licensed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes.

The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))

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F13110419 CPN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY- OREGON, ILLINOIS Champion Mortgage Company Plaintiff, vs.

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; David C. Miller; Susan M. Rains; Debra J. Gale aka Debra Gale; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Marilyn J. Miller; CERT MAIL HUD; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants.

14 CH 12 Property Address: 504 Illinois Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on August 15, 2014, I, Sheriff, Michael R. Harn of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on March 20, 2015 , commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Administrative Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: THE EAST 1/2 OF LOTS 5 AND 6 IN BLOCK 48 OF B.T. PHELP'S ADDITION TO THE TOWN, NOW CITY OF OREGON, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 504 Illinois Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 P.I.N.: 16-03-109-015 First Mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $88088.61 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Ogle County.

The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale.

This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.SIMON A. AVERY AKA SIMON AVERY, TAMERA AVERY AKA TAMERA L. AVERY Defendant 14 CH 24 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on March 5, 2015, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS NINE (9) AND ELEVEN (11) IN BLOCK FOURTEEN (14) OF DAVIS' ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF DAVIS JUNCTION, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 102 SOUTH MABEL STREET, Davis Junction, IL 61020 Property Index No. 11-22-281-004.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $101,086.46.

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

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14020294.

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.

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14020294 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 14 CH 24 TJSC#: 35-1691 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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