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Village will oppose tax appeal of old printing plant By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com Mt. Morris village officials agreed last week to join with other local taxing bodies in opposing a property tax appeal filed by the owners of a former printing plant. The village board voted unanimously Dec. 22 to

spend up to $1,000 over the next six years for its share of legal fees to fight the tax appeal filed by Mt. Morris Business Park LLC, Downey, California, for the former Quad Graphics plant. Village trustee Phil Labash told the board that several affected taxing bodies, including the Oregon School District,

have filed documents in opposition to the tax appeal. Labash said the sprawling plant, now used only as a warehouse, is assessed at $2.8 million, but the owners’ appeal sets the value at $375,000. Mt. Morris Business Park LLC, which has no connection to the Village of Mt. Morris, has the property listed for sale for $3.1

million, Labash said. If the appeal is successful, he said, the village would lose approximately $11,000 per year in real estate tax revenues. Besides the village and school district, other affected taxing bodies include Mt. Morris Township, Ogle County, Mt. Morris Fire Protection District, Mt. Morris

Public Library District, and Highland Community College District. According to Ogle County records, Mt. Morris Business Park LLC purchased the plant in February of 2015 for $375,000. Former owners Quad Graphics, headquartered in Sussex, Wisconsin, shuttered the plant in 2011, ending 113 years of printing

Fire destroyed landmark barn By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com Weather conditions hampered firefighters Monday afternoon as they battled a fire that destroyed a Leaf River landmark. Leaf River Fire Chief Steve Shelton said the Stukenberg family’s century and a half-old barn on the southeast corner of Ill. 72 and Main Street is a total loss, but praised firefighters for saving other nearby buildings, including two houses. “The firemen worked hard to save the houses. They did an outstanding job,” he said. “The wind made things very challenging.” A strong east wind drove the flames from the barn toward all the buildings, but especially threatened the closest house. In fact, Shelton said the flames were blowing so far over the roof of that house when he arrived on the scene just before 3 p.m. that he thought it was already on fire. “When we pulled up I thought the house was on fire, too,” he said. “The barn was fully engulfed when we got there. I thought we would lose that house, too. I’m very

happy with the save.” Besides the winds, firefighters from 10 area departments battled slippery conditions and deep slush from a winter storm that delivered sleet, snow, and freezing rain across the county all day Monday. Because one of the two village wells was out of service for maintenance, tanker trucks were sent to Forreston to fill up with water and bring it back to the fire, Shelton said. “We didn’t want to run the well out of water,” he said. No cause for the fire had yet been determined Tuesday but Shelton expected to meet with the state fire marshal that afternoon. Nancy Stukenberg, who lives at the farm, watched in the steady cold rain as flames engulfed the large barn that had been owned by her family for generations. “It was built in 1844,” she said. “We just put a new roof on it last summer.” She was relieved that her three horses, usually stabled in the barn, had been outside in a nearby feedlot when the fire started. “The horses are fine. Everything else can be replaced,” she said. Stukenberg said hay and Turn to A2

Zoning change started By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com

Plans for a new Casey’s General Store in Mt. Morris moved ahead last week with a rezoning request. The Mt. Morris Village Board authorized attorney Rob LeSage Dec. 22 to draw up an ordinance to rezone the area where the new store will be located from C-1 (commercial use) and Flames engulf the Stukenberg family’s century and a half-old barn in Leaf River Dec. R-1 (residential use) to C-2 (highway business district). 28. Photo by Vinde Wells Economic Development Committee member Rob Urish told the board in mid-October that Casey’s, headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa, had plans to build a new store on the southeast corner of Ill. 64 (Hitt Street) and McKendrie Avenue. At that time, architect Ryan Turn to A2

The Mt. Morris Fire Department brought its aerial ladder to help extinguish the barn fire in Leaf River Monday afternoon. Photo courtesy of the Mt. Morris Fire Department

No accelerant found on 1948 murder victim By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com Lab tests done earlier this year on the remains of a 1948 murder victim show no signs of an accelerant. Winnebago County Deputy Coroner Bill Hintz said Monday that results of testing done on scrapings taken from the skull of Stanley Skridla came back negative. “Scrapings from the skull were sent to the Joliet crime lab to test for accelerant and came back negative,” he said. Skridla was exhumed May 28 from his grave at Calvary Cemetery, west of Rockford. Winnebago County officials ordered the exhumation, requested by Skridla’s nephew, Stephan Skridla,Rockford, in an effort to solve the murders of

Stanley Skridla, then 28, and his date, Mary Jane Reed, then 17, on a lover’s lane just outside of Oregon. Stephan Skridla was assisted in his efforts by former Oregon Mayor Michael Arians. Winnebago County Coroner Sue Fiduccia said after the exhumation that because of the Skridla family’s concern that his body had been burned with acid, scrapings were taken from the skull. She said the scrapings would be analyzed to determine the presence of acid or an accelerant, such as gasoline. The test results recently became available. Two .32 bullets were also removed from Skridla’s casket during the exhumation and sent to the crime lab for testing, along with a .32 gun turned over to Arians,

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at that location. They currently lease the property as a warehouse. The business, originally called Kable Brothers Printing, was founded in 1898 by twin brothers Harvey and Harry Kable. For decades the printing plant was the village’s largest employer, at one time providing jobs for more than 2,000 people.

“Scrapings from the skull were sent to the Joliet crime lab to test for accelerant and came back negative,” — Winnebago County Deputy Coroner Bill Hintz who gave it to Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle. VanVickle reported last week that test results showed one bullet was too corroded to be tested and the other was not fired from the gun that was also tested. In a press conference the day after Skridla’s exhumation, Arians said he had uncovered new evidence in the case, including the two guns he believes were used to kill Reed and Skridla. One of those guns was submitted for testing along with the bullets from Skridla’s casket. Arians said the guns had

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been passed down to new owners over the generations from the killers. He declined to reveal who the current gun owners are, but said he gave that information to investigators. Arians said last week that he spent $14,000 of his own money on Skridla’s exhumation. The long-unsolved case began on June 24, 1948 when Reed, who lived in Oregon, failed to return home after a date. She and Skridla, her companion on the night she disappeared, were subsequently found shot to

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death. Skridla’s body was discovered the next morning on County Farm Road south of Oregon. He had been shot five times, according to police reports at the time. Reed’s badly decomposed body was found four days later in a ditch along Devil’s Backbone Road west of Oregon. She had been shot once in the head. In 2005 the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office reinvestigated the homicides. Arians and Reed’s brother, Warren Reed, Rock Falls, obtained a court order for her body to be exhumed from Daysville Cemetery southeast of Oregon. The findings from the 2005 investigation indicated that any of the possible culprits in the murders were likely dead.

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Winter storm hit area By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com After a mostly mild December with recordsetting high temperatures, Old Man Winter showed his true colors Monday with a post-Christmas punch. A major winter storm swept into northern Illinois late Sunday night bringing high winds and a wintry mix of slushy precipitation that lasted into late Monday night. Although Christmas was green with temperatures in the high 40s, area residents woke up Monday morning to a layer of sleet and snow covering the ground. Lt. Greg Kunce of the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department said slushy road conditions led numerous accidents, while the ice and wind caused power outages. “We had a multitude of vehicles in ditches, several wrecks, agency assists, power poles snapped, wires down, and trees down,” he Turn to A2

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Moose Lodge plans events Kick off the 2016 and warm up this winter at the Mt. Morris Moose Lodge at one of the following events. The monthly Opry Jamboree will be on Saturday, Jan. 9 from 2 to 6 p.m. Come listen or bring along your guitar or banjo and join in on the jam. That same evening the Women of the Moose will hold a soup supper for the Mt. Morris Senior Center from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Bingo will be played on Sunday, Jan. 10 and 24 at 1 p.m. Food will be served

staring at 12 p.m. A cancer benefit for Diana Lantz will be held on Saturday, Jan. 16 at 4 p.m. with raffles, food, and more. Meat loaf dinner will be served on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 5 to 8p.m. Lastly, the Moose Legion will have Mexican night on Saturday, Jan. 30 from 5 to 8 p.m. Come enjoy some homemade Mexican food. The Moose kitchen is also regularly open on Tuesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. for hamburgers and sandwiches, Thursdays from 4:30 to 8 p.m. for chicken,

and Friday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. for fish fry. A portion of proceeds spent at the Mt. Morris Moose support Mooseheart Child and City School and Moosehaven Retirement Home. . For more information about the Moose organization, call 815-7344161. The Mt. Morris Moose is located at 101 Moose Drive off of Mud Creek Road. Check out the website at http://lodge1551. moosepages.org.

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Band director Miles Beske and members of the David L Rahn Junior High Band and in the process of purchasing Choir put on a concert of Christmas carols Dec. 17 at the Rock River Center. Photo five parcels of property, by Vinde Wells including the former Bradâ€™s

Potato bar served Jan. 3 The Driven Disciples Relay for Life team will once again sponsor their potato bars. Come to Disciples United Methodist Church at the corner of Hitt and Maple in

Mt. Morris on Sunday, Jan. 3, Feb. 7, March 6, and April 3 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall and help celebrate more birthdays. All proceeds benefit the AmericanCancer Society.

Come and support the American Cancer Society and treat yourself to a baked potato topped with a choice of toppings, a slice of pie, and beverage for a donation.

Cool sledding and warm comfort food is back at Edgewood Golf Club, 10684 W. Edgewood Rd. The slopes will be open from noon to 4 p.m. Thursday and again Saturday through

Monday. Check in at the clubhouse. Adult supervision is required for pre-teens and young teens. The sledding is free, and hot dogs, macaroni and

cheese, hot chocolate, coffee and other food and drink will be sold inside by the fireplace. Call 815-946-3636 for more information, or to check for upcoming sledding days.

IGA Store and four houses, all of which will be razed to make room for the store. Swanson said Dec. 22 that the store will be similar in design to the Caseyâ€™s in Oregon and will have four pumps with eight fueling stations. The store will face Ill. 64,

he said, with entrances on both Ill. 64 and McKendrie Avenue. Construction is expected to begin in the spring with a projected store opening next fall. Caseyâ€™s, which builds its stores mainly in small municipalities, opened a new store in Oregon in June and another in Byron in August. Both replaced older stores in those communities. Caseyâ€™s stores are also located in Polo, Stillman

Valley, Rochelle, and Hillcrest. In other business, the board approved an ordinance that governs public comments at board meetings. The ordinance limits each speaker to five minutes and the entire public comment period to no more than an hour. However, those time limits can be reduced or extended by the board, depending on the circumstances.

medical condition. Shelton said he had not yet confirmed reports of explosions from the barn as it burned. â€œThere were no explosions while we were on the scene,â€? he said. â€œIâ€™m looking into that.â€? Firefighters remained on the scene until almost 7:30

p.m. Fire departments that responded to calls for mutual aid included Mt. Morris, Oregon, Forreston, Polo, German Valley, Byron, Stillman Valley, Pecatonica, and Lynn-Scott-Rock. The Ogle County Sheriffâ€™s Department also assisted at the scene.

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feed were stored in the barn, as well as lawn mowers and other equipment. Shelton said no one was injured in the fire. Family members were at home when the fire broke out, he said, and one was taken to the hospital by ambulance for a pre-existing

One report indicated three and one-half inches of sleet said Tuesday. â€œIt was a long fell. day.â€? â€œThatâ€™s unusual. We had a Conditions deteriorated as lot of sleet across the whole The Ogle County Normal hours will resume a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday. the day wore on, Kunce said, county,â€? Cook said. Newspapers office in Oregon on Monday, Jan. 4. For more information call with a mixture of sleet, snow, The storm was part of a be closed on Friday, Jan. 1 Office hours are 9 a.m. to 815-732-6166 ext. 5901 or and freezing rain making large weather system that for New Yearâ€™s Day. 5 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, 5903. roads treacherous all across left 25 people dead in the Thursday, and Friday, and 10 the county. wake of strong tornadoes and Broken power poles Ogle County Newspapers heavy flooding. and downed wires led to 121 A. South Fourth Street, Oregon, IL, 61061 Eleven died in Texas, eight power outages with almost in Missouri, five in southern 815-732-6166 900 people reported out of Illinois, and one in Georgia. Our phone extensions have changed. Call us using our new phone extensions. electricity at one point. The storm is now moving Contact Vinde Wells for editorial and For subscription questions dial The sheriffâ€™s department off to the East Coast. obituaries questions at extension 5903 extension 5306. Contact Chris Johnson for photo reprints For Classified Adversising dial 5655. at extension 5904 Contact Earleen Hinton at extension 5902 For Display Advertising dial 5613. Ogle County Newspapers Contact Lori Fagan to schedule passport For the Print Shop dial 5770. 121A S. Fourth St. Oregon â€˘ 815-732-6166 photos at extension 5901. From A1

also assisted with a fire that destroyed a large barn in Leaf River in the mid-afternoon. Ogle County Highway Department snowplow drivers started spreading salt at 4 a.m. Monday and were on the job plowing roads for 13 hours. â€œThe big problem was how slushy everything was,â€? said county engineer Curtis Cook. â€œ We had sleet then rain then snow. There were some times it was pretty tough driving.â€?

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The Mt. Morris Times is published weekly by Ogle County Newspapers, a division of the B.F. Shaw Printing Co., Shaw Media. The Mt. Morris Times was founded early in 1967 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, Dixon.

The Mt. Morris Times is produced every week by: General Manager: Earleen Hinton Editor: Vinde Wells

Other newspapers serving Mt. Morris have been the Mt. Morris Index, founded in 1899 by Harry and Harvey Kable, and the Mt. Morris News, which began publication in the late 1800â€™s.

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The Mt. Morris Times (USPS No. 365-440) is published weekly by B.F. Shaw Printing Co. Subscription rates are $39.00 in Ogle County and $52.00 a year elsewhere in U.S.A. Periodicals postage paid at Mt. Morris, Illinois. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Mt. Morris Times, P.O. Box 8, Oregon, IL 61061. Phone: 815-732-6166.

Mt. Morris Beat Library News Library Holiday Hours The library has special hours for the upcoming holiday season. Hours on Thursday, Dec. 31 are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library will be closed Friday, Jan. 1. Regular hours resume on Saturday, Jan. 2. LEGO Night is Jan. 4 LEGO Building Night is Monday, Jan. 4 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. All are invited to come and bring a friend. The creations from December are on display. Story Time On Wednesday, Dec. 30 the group

Pine Creek News By Karen Merlak The time has come to celebrate the birth of our Savior. Spending time surrounded by family and friends is a wonderful way to celebrate the precious gift we receive on Christmas. For the gift of Jesus and for His sacrifice, we are truly thankful. This morning in church, we were greeted by June Schafer. Today was a special service as Pastor Gregg Downs is leaving his pastoral position in our church. Pastor Gregg put together

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will celebrate New Years Eve with stories and noisemakers. The coffee will be on for moms and dads. Attention Kids and Adult Readers A Library Bingo Game is available at the front desk. Read nine books to collect a prize. Pick up a card and play. Computer Basics Class Library staff will offer a class in computer basics in 2016 if patrons show enough interest. Anyone who would like to learn how to use the Internet, email, and Facebook should tell the staff. The class will show how to share pictures and communicate with friends and family who live far away.

a lovely service filled with music and scripture. Sharing their gifts of music were Pastor Gregg, Larry Riffle, and Nancy Hopkins. Also participating in the music portion were Peggy Hamilton visiting from Bettendorf, Amy Hopkins visiting from Arizona, and Eric and Andy Ellingsen visiting from Decorah, Iowa. Larry Riffle and Amy Hopkins also led a sing-along of the song, “Children Go Where I Send Thee.” After the service, everyone was invited downstairs for cake and coffee and to visit with Gregg and Sue. We wish Gregg and Sue and their family the very best. Neil Dupree and his wife, Kay, also joined us for our Sunday School and worship service.

Adult Programming Carole Chandler will present a program on the history of Orphan Trains in Northern Illinois, on Sunday, Jan. 24 at 2 p.m. Donations will be accepted to help Chandler with expenses. Register at the circulation desk. Author Len Levinson will speak on Sunday, Feb. 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. He is the author of 83 published novels and acclaimed a “trash genius” by Paperback Fanatic magazine. Thank you The library staff appreciated the cards and treats from patrons this Christmas season. Thank you so much for thinking of us.

Neil and Kay traveled from Janesville, Wisconsin. Neil will be joining us again next week. After church, I went with our regular group to the Pine Cricker Café for lunch. We had a wonderful time sharing our Christmas Day stories. Joining in the meal were Martha Johannsen, Dee Michelini, Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins, Ellen Hopkins, and Kent and Judy Nettz. On Thursday evening, our church held its annual Christmas Eve service. Kelsey Horton played her flute to open the program. Amy Hopkins sang a beautiful contemporary song. Lyle Hopkins lit the Advent candles. We presented a nativity play with Jean Cunningham, Deb Ohlwine, Kelsey

Horton, Kaiyle Horton, Sheryl Hopkins, Judy Riffle, Larry Riffle, Brian Toms, Robert Toms, and Kent Nettz. The evening ended with the traditional candle lighting and singing of “Silent Night.” Afterward, everyone went downstairs to share in fellowship and Christmas cookies. Stephanie, Matt, and Clint were home to join me as we enjoyed the program and time of fellowship. On Christmas Day, Kent and Judy Nettz hosted a full house of family. Their children’s families traveled from Chicago and the Quad Cities for Christmas. Kevin and Becky Nettz, their children, Hope, Phoebe and Asher, Janelle Riopell, her husband, Andy, their daughters, Carrie and

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Evie, and Kelsi Jones, her husband Mike, and their children, Maddie, Carson, and Cameron were there to enjoy the holiday. Deb and Phil Ohlwine hosted their family for Christmas Day. After their dinner, the family participated in a multi-town scavenger hunt. The families divide up into smaller teams and follow clues to solve a puzzle. Enjoying the Christmas activities were Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins, Deb and Phil Ohlwine, their children, Katie and Cliff Pfundstein, Brad Ohlwine, and Anna Ohlwine, Mike Hopkins, his daughter, Theresa, John and Susan Hopkins, their children, Mallory, Olivia, and Lane, and Ellen Hopkins, and her fiancé, Justin Rahn.

Our Christmas day started out very late, as my children and I took advantage of the chance to sleep in. After opening gifts, we had our traditional Christmas dinner and an evening of playing board games. This past Wednesday evening, Stephanie, Matt, Clint, and I went over to my brother’s home for dinner, gifts, and a game night. We shared lots of laughs with Ben, his wife, Jo, and their sons, Hayden and Garrett. My hope continues to be that we will keep the Christmas spirit alive throughout the year. Please join us at Pine Creek Christian Church where we spend time in worship and praise. There is room in our church family for you.

Dec. 26 Heather L. Loso, 22, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation for speeding.

Dec. 27 Ian R. Hart, 23, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation for improper lane usage.

Mt. Morris Police Mt. Morris Police Chief Jason White reported the following activity on Dec. 28. These charges are merely accusations and defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty. Nov. 15 Travis H. Horton, 25, Dixon, was issued a citation for no valid registration. Nov. 21 Michael R. Berogan, 27, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation for operating vehicle when registration suspended for no insurance. Nov. 26 Caleb J. Smith, 20, Mendota, was issued a citation for speeding. Dec. 5 Lauran J. Frye,19, Mt. Morris, was arrested for criminal damage to property. Frye was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Dec. 7 Mary J. Bicksler, 64, Rockford, was issued a citation for speeding. Bertram A. Copeland, 38, Rockford, was issued a citation for speeding. Dec. 10 Susan J. Mooney, 60, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation for no valid registration. Dec. 12 Gerald M. Pembor, 81, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. Pembor was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Dec. 14 Terrance R. Yates, 37, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. Yates was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Dec. 18 Kevin L. Jones, 18,

Chicago, was arrested for disorderly conduct. Jones was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Dec. 20 Cassie E. Sell, 31, Huntington, Indiana, was issued a citation for

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Stillman Valley High School Band members Anna Hess, Sam Winter, Emma Wise, and Jason Gaudreau participated recently in the Illinois Music Education Association’s festival in DeKalb. Photo supplied

Musical talent displayed Four Stillman Valley High School students participated in the Illinois Music Education Association’s Junior/Senior Festival in DeKalb in November. The students who participated in this audition process for band were Anna Hess (French horn), Sam Winter (French horn), Emma Wise (piccolo), and Jason Gaudreau (bassoon). Hess and Wise were honored as All-State Musicians in band by the Illinois Music Educators Association. They will assemble with all other All-State musicians during the last weekend in January in Peoria at the Peoria Civic Center. “Their hard work and dedication both in and out of school is a huge asset to our program. We look forward to the great music they will make at All-State in January,” said Matt Chesner, Stillman Valley High School band director.

SVHS Chorus member Grace Whitmire, right, was recently chosen for the All-State Chorus. Also pictured is chorus teacher Kathy Owen. Photo supplied

Stillman Valley High School also announced that Grace Whitmire has achieved the honor of AllState Musician in chorus by the Illinois Music Educators Association. Whitmire participated in an audition process to be chosen as an Alto I for the All-State Chorus. All-State musicians will assemble during the last weekend in January in

Peoria. Whitmire will perform with the All-State Chorus on Saturday, Jan. 30 at 1 p.m. in the Peoria Civic Center. “Grace has worked exceptionally hard to get to where she is today. She is an excellent musician and I am very honored to be her teacher,” said Kathy Owen, chorus teacher at Stillman Valley High School.

The Kishwaukee College CDL/Truck Driver Training Program received a donation of a semi truck cab from Roush Trucking Inc, Esmond. “This donation will provide us with another training vehicle for our students. I am very grateful to the Roush family for their generosity,” said Joe Dahm, Coordinator of the CDL/Truck Driver Training program. The Roush family donated a 2005 International 9400i to the program. The vehicle has logged nearly a million miles of road time and has a cam shaft that needs some work. The cam shaft enables another Kishwaukee College program – Diesel Power Technology (DPT) – to work on the truck and gain some real world experience as well before the rig is put to use in the CDL program. “We are very supportive of our local college and are glad we can help with this venture,” said Walt Roush. For the Roush family, donating to Kish is just another connection to the college. Both Walt and Dan Roush are Kish alumni, as are their wives, Pat and Becky. Walt was a student at Kish in 1969, one year after the college opened its doors, and has a two-year agriculture degree. Dan earned a degree in Diesel Mechanics, as DPT

was known at the time. Dan’s wife, Becky, has a horticulture degree and Walt’s wife, Pat, has a clerical degree (now known as Office Systems). Pat worked at the college as the secretary for Donald Higgs, Director of Agriculture programs, and later for Rollie Bonneau in the early 1970s. She and Walt met while at the college. The ties to the college continued through the years with Walt’s children, Eric and Sara, attending the college, and with Sara Roush Quincer teaching in the psychology department. Walt also taught truck driving in a re-training program in the mid-1980’s at the college to assist employees who had been laid-off at the Swift Plant in Rochelle. Now their grandchildren attend the Early Childhood Center located on campus. Dan and Becky’s daughter, Katie, is a current student and played on the college’ volleyball team this fall. As is common for Kishwaukee alumni, the Roush’s used the education they received at Kish and became successful entrepreneurs. Dan bought a local livestock hauling company in the mid-70s and made the Esmond to Madison, Wisconsin run, delivering livestock to the Oscar Meyer

processing plant. Walt had also been driving part-time for other local companies. Both brothers purchased their own trucks and began a business partnership in the 1980s. By 1997, they had incorporated the business. Roush Trucking, Inc., now has nine trucks and is a family affair. Walt, Dan, Eric, and Sara’s husband Jason each own trucks and drive for the company and they have an additional five companyowned trucks. Becky has managed the office side of the business, from dispatching to bookwork, for over 30 years. Their company now is an interstate trucking firm, covering 48 states and Canada. The family has always been supportive of the college that gave them a foundation and a shared history. Both Dan and Walt have served on department advisory committees for DPT, welding, and other related departments. The recent donation is in keeping with their commitment to providing excellent experiential education for local students. “We are a very blessed family to work together and stay as close as we do,” Becky Roush said. Kishwaukee College is proud to claim the Roush family as alumni.

WIOA accepting applications The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth Program at Kishwaukee College is currently accepting students for the Spring 2016 semester. Kishwaukee College WIOA Youth offers outof-school youth, 16 to 24 years old, an opportunity to participate in training that will assist them in obtaining employment through participation in selected short term educational programs. Funding is through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, participants must be residents of DeKalb County, meet income guidelines and eligibility requirements. Students who reside in Ogle County should contact

B.E.S.T. Inc. in Oregon at 815-732-0148 for similar services. WIOA Youth can offer eligible students with financial assistance for tuition and textbooks as well as other support as they pursue a certificate or degree program. Academic programs that qualify for WIOA assistance at Kishwaukee College include: Basic Nursing Assisting, Automotive Technology, Collision Repair Technology, Welding Technology, Office Systems, Electronics/Energy/ Electricity, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Pharmacy Technician, and CDL/Truck Driver Training. The Spring semester

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begins Tuesday, Jan. 19 and registration is currently in progress. Call to set up an appointment with the WIOA staff at Kishwaukee College beginning Jan. 4. For more information, contact Dariana Mahaffey, WIOA Youth Coordinator, at 815-825-2086, ext. 5190 or at dariana.mahaffey@ kishwaukeecollege.edu.

Roush Trucking, Inc., Esmond, donated a 2005 International 9400i to the CDL/Truck Driver Training program at Kishwaukee College. Pictured with the truck left to right are: Joe Dahm, Coordinator of the CDL/Truck Driver Training Program at the College; Marshall Hayes, Director of the Kishwaukee College Foundation; Michele Bolden, Dean of Workforce Development and Continuing Education; Dan Roush; and Walt Roush.

Kish grads may enter art show The Kishwaukee College Art Gallery is requesting submissions of original artwork for the first Invitational Kishwaukee College Alumni Art Exhibition. The show will be in the Art Gallery on campus from Feb. 15 – April 14.

Steven Hoover, Art Gallery Director, is asking interested Kish alumni to contact him before Feb. 1. “Anyone who took an art class at Kishwaukee College is welcome to submit work to be included in the show,” Hoover said.

Hoover is asking alumni to email him by Feb. 1. The following information should be included in the email: artist name, contact information, and up to five pieces of artwork. Include image, title of work, medium, and dimensions.

For more information or to submit images and information for the Invitational Kishwaukee College Alumni Art Exhibition, email Steven Hoover at steven.hoover@ kishwaukeecollege.edu.

College News Charlotte Grace Bunger arrived into the world on December 6th at 7:00 am weighing in at 6 oz 7 1/2 in long. God took her home at 7:23 am. Her parents, Brent and Jennie Bunger, feel blessed for the time they were given with her. A private memorial was held honoring Charlotte Grace.

HCC Highland Community College, Freeport, released the dean’s list for the fall semester. Those earning highest honors included Caitlin J. Mlller, Baileyville; Whitney A. Felker, Byron; Abagail R. Simonsen, Davis Junction;

Hanna G. Metzger and Timothy J. Ratledge, both of Forreston; Kari A. Paulson, Veronica T. Romero, and Bryan D. Thomas, all of German Valley; Miranda A. Redus, Janet M. Wilken, both of Leaf River; and Katrina D. Lowry, Oregon.

Students earning high honors included Jordan R. Gipper and Denise L. Peters, Baileyville; Elizabeth C. Ascher, Markus B. Edler, Jacob W. Norris, Taylor K. Slothower, Nathaniel C. Stukenberg, Lindsey M. Wardlow, and Stephanie M. Wilken, all of Forreston;

Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley issued the following marriage licenses. Dec. 21 Trenton Q. Urban, Mt. Horeb, Wisconsin, and Kourtni E. Anderson, Rockford. Nathaniel R. Houston and

Hanna N.J. Warner, both of Stillman Valley. Dec. 23 Matthew W. Stokes and Danielle M. Welu, both of Loves Park. Dec. 24 Robert E. Dilbeck and Kassandra J. Starr, both of Mt. Morris.

Wyatt J. Kerchner, German Valley; Emily M. Hanlin, Leaf River; and Bobbi J. Kump, Oregon. Students earning honors recognition included Emily L. Mateika, Forreston; and Nicholas J. Myers, Mt. Morris. Students who have completed 12 credit hours or more during the semester and have a minimum of a 3.25 grade point average (GPA), based on a 4.0 scale, are included on the dean’s list. Highest honors are awarded to students with a 3.50 GPA, and honors students earn a GPA between 3.25 and 3.49.

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Church News ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Gary Branam www. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 1 p.m. Afternoon Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon 815-864-2581 Traditional Worship 9 a.m. Education Hour 10 a.m. Contemporary Worship 11 a.m. BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Brookville: Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. 17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads

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Pastor Dwight Stewart Phone 815-734-4853 Worship 9:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104 9 a.m. Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Church 10:30 a.m. EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, then three miles north. Pastor Brion Brooks Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 Director of Ministries for Youth and Christian Education David Bordy 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Roots Youth Ministry— Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m. Kids Clubs & Men’s & Women’s Bible Study— Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m. EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes Office: 815-732-2424 Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana 61015 Pastor Chan Ik Choi 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com Adult & Children’s Education 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrated the First Sunday of Each Month

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Lance Mennen 815-734-4942 Thursday, Dec. 31—1 p.m. Ladies Bible Study CHRIST OUR SAVIOR Friday, Jan. 1—Church LUTHERAN CHURCH Office Closed 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon Saturday, Jan. 2—7 a.m. 815-284-4554 Men’s Accountability Group Pastor David Andermann Sunday, Jan. 3—8:30 a.m. 815-632-6767 Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour InnerMission Fellowship; 10 Friday, Jan. 1—Office a.m. Worship Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group Closed Tuesday, Jan. 5—9 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 3—9 a.m. WorLadies Prayer Circle;1:30 p.m. ship with Communion Prayer Gathering at the Bell Home CHURCH OF THE Wednesday, Jan. 6—6 a.m. OPEN BIBLE Dixon Men’s Prayer Meeting; 7 302 S. Franklin St., Polo p.m. Concert of Prayer Luke Schier, Pastor Log onto our website at 815-946-2848 http://www.efcmm.org to check Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. out our latest opportunities and We include children in our updates Sunday Worship experience “Grandkids Class” FAITH DISCOVERY Ages 3-10 are dismissed right CHURCH after our Praise & Blended 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Worship Time. Jeremy Heller, Pastor Bible-Based 815-946-3588 Passion for God 9 a.m. Sunday School Compassion for People 10 a.m. Worship Service Visit Our Website: Nursery Available PoloOpenBible.org We are an independent nondenominational Christian CROSSROADS church. COMMUNITY CHURCH, Visitors are always welcome. WHITE PINES CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo FAITH EVANGELICAL Sundays at 10 a.m. LUTHERAN CHURCH 815-837-5255 402 Second Ave., Forreston whitepines@crossroadscn.com Pastor Scott Ralston We offer contemporary worship Church 815-938-3203 and relevant Bible teaching “ A Church with a Heart — through In the Heart of Forreston” engaging messages, and 9 a.m. Sunday Worship powerful video 10 a.m. Sunday School Join us after the service in 7 p.m. Wednesday Choir our cafe for coffee, snack & 6:30 p.m. Thursday Bible fellowship Study Kidzlink Children’s Ministry Thursday, Dec. 31—No (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Bible Study Services Sunday, Jan. 3—9 a.m. Crave Youth Group (6th-12th Worship grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Visit our website: www. FAITH UNITED crossroadscn.com METHODIST CHURCH Mission Statement: Loving, DISCIPLES UNITED Growing & Serving in Faith METHODIST CHURCH Handicapped Accessible Hitt and Maple Streets, 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Mt. Morris

Pastor Karen Hundrieser 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 815-732-2642 Rev. Jared Cochran “A Christ-centered, Biblebelieving, family-oriented ministry.” Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Prayer Meeting, Wednesday 7 p.m.; transportation and nursery provided for all services.

Pastor David Poust Narnia Movie Sunday, Jan. 3—10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4—No Bible Worship Service & Children’s Study Church Tuesday, Jan. 5—6:30 p.m. LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Chan Ik Choi Handicapped Accessible Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Age Three through Sixth Grade. Everyone is Welcome

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 409 W. Brayton Road P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN Office hours Monday - Friday CHURCH (USA) 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Thursday, Dec. 31—Church 815-732-2894 Office Closed www.fpcoregon.com Friday, Jan. 1—Office Handicapped Accessible Closed Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 3—8:15 a.m. Holy Communion is served the Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worfirst Sunday of each month. ship with Communion; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship;10:45 a.m. FIRST UNITED Sunday School METHODIST CHURCH Tuesday, Jan. 5—8:30 a.m. 402 First Ave., Forreston Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Food Pastor David Poust Delivery for Pantry; Quilting 815-938-2380 Wednesday, Jan. 6—7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3—9 a.m. Circle M 4-H Club Meeting; Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. 7:15 p.m. Chimes Rehearsal Sunday School Monday, Jan. 4—8 a.m. AA NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY Open Meeting OF GOD 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon FLORENCE UNITED Pastor David Demmer METHODIST CHURCH 815-732-7404 2649 W. Florence Rd., 10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship Freeport Service Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier NORTH GROVE Sunday School 9:30 a.m. EVANGELICAL Worship Service 10:30 a.m. CHURCH 10384 W. Coffman Rd., FORRESTON GROVE Forreston CHURCH Pastor Tim Hotchkiss 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Church: 815-938-2194 Forreston Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 Presbyterian Church in Sunday School 9 a.m. America Worship Service 10:05 a.m. Pastor Jeremy Cheezum Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 815-938-3605 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Open at New Life Community 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Center Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Pioneer Club OREGON Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult CHURCH OF GOD Study; 7:45 p.m. Choir 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Pastor Michael Hoffman FORRESTON REFORMED 815-732-6847 CHURCH 501 Third Ave. You and your family are 9:30 a.m. Worship invited to join us in worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School on Sunday, Jan. 3 at 10:30 FREEDOM LUTHERAN WORSHIPPING COMMUNITY, ELCA Pastor Jeff Schlesinger 815-222-7270 Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Dining Hall 1834 S. IL Rt. 2 (a mile south of Oregon) Welcome Center 111 S. Fourth St., Oregon GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. German Valley Pastor Jake Ritzema 815-362-6601 Sunday School for All Ages 9 a.m. Worship Service 10 a.m. GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church and Main Streets Matt Smith, Pastor 8:30 a.m. Worship Service LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Randy Newton 815-738-2205 Email leafriverbc@gmail. com Sunday Praise and Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sunday School 11 a.m. Wednesday Prayer/Bible Studies 6 p.m. Prayer Chain 738-2205 Wednesday—Various Activities 6:30-8:30 p.m. LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River

a.m. Guest speaker Jay Smith with give the morning message. Greeting you will be Todd, Shelley, Abigail, and Noah Myers. During morning worship an exceptionally fine Children’s Church is offered for children 3 years old through Grade 5. Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m. and includes classes for adults, young adults, teens, children and infants. Special attention is given in each class to issues and topics related to the particular needs and interests of each group. The Wednesday night Youth Group meets at 6 p.m. at East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville Road. The local Weight Watchers group meets Wednesday at the church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, followed by their meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m. January’s Bible Book of the Month is Genesis. OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Barb Good 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Fellowship 10:15 a.m. Children’s Sunday School after Children’s Time at 9:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Confirmation Preparation 10:15 a.m. Activities during the Week:

Friday, Jan. 1—Office Closed- Happy New Year! Sunday, Jan. 3—10:30 a.m.

Cub Scout Committee Wednesday, Jan. 6—10 a.m. Naomi Ruth Circle; 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Alive; 6:30 p.m. Committee Meetings; 7 p.m. Church Council, Choir Thursday, Jan. 7—7 p.m. Habitat PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Pastor Gregg Downs 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN Congress Ave. & Webster St. (The church is handicapped accessible) Pastor Leslie Lake 9:30 a.m. Family Worship 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time 11 a.m. Sunday School PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Fellowship REVIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris follow@revivemtm.com 815-994-0428 Southern Baptist Saturday Night Service 5:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery 6-8 p.m. Monday

CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 1st & 2nd Wednesdays 6 p.m. Adult Bible Study 1st Wednesday 8:30 a.m. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon Pastor Richard Tomlinson 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: Worship Services 8:30 & 11 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m. Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Rev. Michael Bolger 815-864-2548 Masses—Saturday 4:30 p.m., Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. Confessions-Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 7:30 a.m.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN 815-734-6354 CHURCH Thursday, Dec. 31—8 609 S. 10th St., Oregon a.m. Bulletin Assembly & Craig Arnold, Pastor Fellowship 812-236-1213 Friday, Jan. 1—Happy New Worship Service 10:45 a.m. Year! Saturday, Jan. 2—5:30 p.m. ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL Worship Service CHURCH Sunday, Jan. 3—9:30 a.m. 1000 Ill. 64 West Worship Service (New Time); Oregon Fellowship Time After Service; Pastor Barbara Seward 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 815-732-7211 for Preschool-Grade 6; No www.saintbrides.org 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Email:saint.bride.church@ (Permanent Change) gmail.com Monday, Jan. 4—6:30 p.m. Services Committee Meetings; 8 p.m. Sunday-Holy Communion-8 Executive Committee Meeting and 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5—3:30 p.m. Classes Lot 12 Mentoring for Grades Children’s Sunday School & K-6 Adult Bible Study Available Wednesday, Jan. 6—6:30 St. Bride’s follows traditional a.m. Prayer & Praise Group; Anglican-Episcopal church 3:10 p.m. Lot 12 Mentoring practices; is biblically based for Junior High; 6:30 p.m. and both family and individual Confirmation; No Vocal or oriented. Visitors are always Chime Choirs welcomed. Thursday, Jan. 7—3:30 p.m. Lot 12 Mentoring for Grades ST. JAMES LUTHERAN K-6 CHURCH West Grove Road at WEST BRANCH Columbine Rd. CHURCH OF THE Pastor Steve Erickson BRETHREN Sunday, Jan. 3—9:15 a.m. 4014 West Branch Road Children’s Sunday School, Southeast of Forreston Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. Pastor Richard Bright Congregational Bible Study; 815-734-4411 10:30 a.m. Divine Worship with Sunday School—9:30 a.m. Communion Worship—10:35 a.m. ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919 Sunday Sunday School for Children & Adults 9 a.m. Social Time 10 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest 3 p.m. Reconciliation Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC

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Ogle Health Dept. has new program for lab testing The Ogle County Health Department has announced a new Wellness Lab Draw Program service which will be offered to the community beginning in January. The purpose of the Wellness Lab Draw Program is to assist individuals in being proactive in preventative screening, early detection, and/or monitoring of chronic disease. Laboratory tests include; Basic Metabolic Panel, CBC, Pregnancy test, Hemoglobin A1C, Hepatic Function, Lipid Panel, PSA (Prostrate Screening), Protime, and Thyroid Panel. All lab work requires a

Winter Weather A winter mix of snow, slush, and ice greeted motorists Monday morning making driving conditions hazardous. Here an Illinois Department of Transportation truck loaded with salt drives past the Ogle County Courthouse on Ill. 2 in downtown Oregon. Photo by Chris Johnson

Kish language program gets grant Kishwaukee Collegeâ€™s English Language Proficiency Bridge Program received a grant for $1,371 from the Promise Fund of the

DeKalb County Community Foundation (DCCF). Amanda Poturalski, Adult Education Transition Specialist, wrote the grant

Lisa Seymour, DCCF Board member, left, presents Amanda Poturalski, Adult Education Transition Specialist for Kishwaukee Collegem with the grant check. Photo supplied

to cover tuition and related expenses for six English as a Second Language students who are new immigrants and represent six different countries. â€œMany of these students have been educated in their home countries but the credits do not transfer,â€? Poturalski explained. â€œIn our Bridge Program, they transition to English 103, College Composition, to begin earning their educational credentials in the U.S. â€œThese funds from DCCF will pay their English class tuition and related fees to help them begin again.â€? The Promise Fund is one of two awards administered by

FFA groups to collect trees Local high school Future Farmers of America groups will be volunteering their time on Saturday, Jan. 9 to collect Christmas trees. The trees will be picked up at the curb and taken to a local chipping site where they will be chipped into mulch. Trees, with all their decorations removed, must be at the curb by 8 a.m. on Jan. 9. The FFA groups that will be participating this year are from Byron High School, Oregon High School, Polo High School, and Forreston High School. The students will be

canvassing the Byron area, the cities of Oregon and Polo, and the villages of Mt. Morris, Forreston, Baileyville, German Valley, and Adeline. Remove all decorations, lights, and stands from trees and do not place trees in plastic bags. Wreaths and garland cannot be chipped and will not be picked up. Chipping the trees into mulch is good for the environment as the trees donâ€™t take up valuable landfill space nor do they pollute the air if burned. The mulch will then be

available at no charge for residents to use for their landscaping needs. Residents may bring a shovel and container and take home free mulch when available at the drop off sites. â€œThis is a great opportunity for these students to help with a program that benefits local residents by making it convenient to recycle their Christmas trees,â€? said Solid Waste Department Director, Steve Rypkema. For more information, call the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department at 815-732-4020.

â€œAll you need in life is truth and beauty and you can find both at the Public Library.â€? â€” Studs Terkel

The Afternoon Book Club meets Wednesday, Jan. 20, at 1 p.m. to discuss Rocket Boys by Homer Hickman, Jr. The In-Beâ€?tweenâ€? Book Club will meet Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 1:30 p.m. at the library to discuss Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.

Tuesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

the DCCF Promise Grant and is designated for providing services to underserved and marginalized populations in DeKalb County. For more information on the DeKalb County Community Foundation, visit www.dekalbccf.org.

physicianâ€™s order. Testing is reserved for adults at this time. This program is designed to assist community members that have no insurance, insurance with a high deductible, inadequate insurance coverage for lab testing. The Wellness Lab Draw Program is provided at a substantially discounted rate therefore, cash payment is only accepted. For a complete laboratory test listing or to schedule an appointment call the Ogle County Health Department at 815-732-7330, extension 299.

Meet with Sheriff VanVickle Jan. 2 Ogle County residents can meet with Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle at the first Saturday Community Coffee on Saturday, Jan. 2 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Chana United Methodist Church 606 S. Main St., Chana. VanVickle will discuss

department activities, explain policies of the department, and explain any new laws. This community gathering is held the first Saturday of each month from January through March from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the church. Everyone is welcome.

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Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, will be For more information on closed from on Thursday, Kishwaukee College, visit Dec. 24 at 12 p.m. until www.kishwaukeecollege. Monday, Jan. 4 at 8:30 edu. a.m. due to the lack of state

funding. The Board of Directors and staff at Rock River Center, Inc. wish everyone and a healthy New Year.

Secretary of State offices closed Jan. 1 Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities will be closed on Friday, Jan. 1 in observance of New Yearâ€™s Day. All facilities that offer services on Monday through

Toys for Kids at Moose was a success Dear Editor, We would like to thank all that made the Toys for Kids fundraiser at the Mt. Morris Moose on Dec. 11 such a smashing success. We raised over $1,000 just in cash donations and an overwhelming amount of toys for all ages. Like any successful fundraiser, it takes several

Friday will be open for business on Monday, Jan 4. Facilities offering services on Tuesday through Saturday will be open Saturday, Jan. 2. Individuals can visit the Secretary of State website, www.cyberdriveillinois.com,

to locate the nearest driver services facility and hours of operation. In addition, drivers can change an address, register to become an organ and tissue donor or renew license plate stickers online.

Public Voice people and much support to make it happen. We would like to thank the following people: Keith Avey, Kim Barnett, Barb Davis, Kitty Johnson, Olyvia McCombs, Don Rosko, Angie Schwartz, and anyone else at the Mt. Morris Moose who donated their time to this event. Thank you to the fabulous band who donated their time, Peteâ€™s Sake. It was so generous of you to support this cause. We would also like to thank Joe Ghibellini and

Missy Clark for their time spent on this as well as Dave and Maggie Johnson for their generous donation. Overall, we would like to thank anyone who came, donated and supported this worthy cause to support our local children who may not have such a joyful holiday season otherwise. We so appreciate each and every one of you. See you next year!

library. Bring a couple of old t-shirts or sheets Piros introduces the secrets of a toothbrush rug creation. This program is designed for adults and youth, sixth grade and up. Registration is requested to ensure enough supplies are available. Spaces are limited.

James Dashner The Sword of Summer by Rick Riordan See Me by Nicholas Sparks Devoted in Death by J. D. Robb Dashing Through the Snow by Debbie Macomber Avenue of Mysteries by John Irving X by Sue Grafton The Mistletoe Inn by Richard Paul Evans Tricky Twenty-two by Janet Evanovich Depraved Heart by Patricia Cornwell Make Me by Lee Child The Guilty by David Baldacci

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Oregon Library News

Holiday Library Hours The library will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 31 and Friday, Jan. 1. December Distraction Congratulations to Jessica, Fran, Kim, John, Ava, Sally and Frances for having their name drawn from the December Distraction Drawing. More than 321 entries were received. Thanks to all who participated. Keep reading. Library Book Clubs The Rock River Center Book Club meets Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 12:30 p.m. at the Rock River Center to discuss Packing for Mars by Mary Roach.

Library Renovations The foundation for elevator has been completed for now. Further construction will start up again in the spring. Work on the downstairs is scheduled to begin this week and continue through the winter. Weâ€™re sometimes a little dusty, but still open for business. Knit and Crochet Beginner to advanced stitchers are invited to join the Knit and Crochet Club every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the library or every

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Story Time and 18 to 24 Club Story Time and 18 to 24 Club will take a break in December and resume in January. Story Time for 3 to 6 year olds meets on Thursday, Jan. 7 at 10:30 a.m. All are invited for stories, crafts and fun activities. The 18 to 24 months of age club meets on Monday, Jan. 11 at 9:30 a.m. It is designed for children ages 18 â€“ 24 months accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Children will enjoy 20 to 25 minutes of books, games, music and movement. Registration is requested, but not required. Movie Time at the Library All students are invited to the Afternoon Movie at the

Library on Monday, Jan. 18. Students do not have school that day. Seating starts at 12:45 p.m. The movie begins at 1 p.m. The feature presentation will be The Color of Friendship. Inspired by actual events, this 1977 Disney Educational Productions drama explores issues of prejudice, race relations, civil rights and apartheid. Winner of an Emmy, NAACP Image Award and Childrenâ€™s Media Award. Popcorn and water will be provided. Toothbrush Rug Making Rag rugs are often called Toothbrush Rugs because of the type of tool used to make them. Find out more by joining Sherry Piros on Saturday, Jan. 30 at 1 p.m. at the

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Staff Changes at the Library It is with regret and congratulation that we say happy retirement, to our custodian John Barton, effective Dec. 31. Many patrons donâ€™t know John personally, but see the results of his labor every day. John arrives very early in the morning and keeps the historic 107 year-old building operational and shipshape. John first came to work at the Oregon Public Library in 2007 and has been an invaluable member of the staff ever since. John will be missed and we wish him a happy retirement. New Book on CD Releases On the Banks of Plum Creek by Laura Ingalls Wilder The Maze Runner by

New DVD Releases All are rated PG-13 Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation Now You See Me Paper Towns Ant-man The library is located at 300 Jefferson St. Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information and accessibility accommodations, call 815732-2724.

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SNAP program health examined in new book A new book looks at aspects of how the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) affects health and well-being. SNAP Matters includes a chapter on obesity by University of Illinois economist Craig Gundersen, one of the book’s editors. The central goal of SNAP is to reduce food insecurity in the United States. Although SNAP, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, is one of the country’s most successful safety net programs since its beginnings about 50 years ago, it has its critics. “Most recently, SNAP has come under attack for being perceived as a contributor to obesity among low-income Americans,” said Gundersen. “There are some groups who would even like to restrict what can and cannot be purchased with SNAP.” In Gundersen’s chapter on “SNAP and Obesity,” he says there is very little evidence

that SNAP is associated with higher probabilities of obesity among participants in comparison to eligible nonparticipants. Quite the contrary. “There is actually clear evidence that SNAP improves the well-being of recipients over numerous dimensions and that imposing restrictions would lead to declines in participation and increases in food insecurity. “In addition, restrictions would lead to increases in food prices due to all the extra labeling needed and don’t help hungry people,” Gundersen says. If restrictions on purchases are imposed, the number of people who don’t know where their next meal is coming from would increase, and the rate of obesity would not decline. “Although there are a few outliers, most competently done studies have shown that SNAP recipients are

no more likely to be obese than eligible nonrecipients,” Gundersen said. “Some studies have even shown that SNAP participants are less likely to be obese.” SNAP Matters: How Food Stamps Affect Health and Well-Being was edited by Judith Bartfeld and Timothy M. Smeeding, University of Wisconsin; Craig Gundersen, Soybean Industry Endowed Professor of Agricultural Strategy in the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics at the University of Illinois; and James P. Ziliak, University of Kentucky. It is published by Stanford University Press. Financial support was provided by the Annie E. Casey Foundation; the Economic Research Service in the U.S. Department of Agriculture; the Ford Foundation; and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Healthy eating decisions can help during holidays A University of Illinois Extension nutrition and wellness educator offers advice on how to navigate the temptations and obstacles we face during the holiday eating season. “A 2013 report tells us that the average American gains between one to just over two pounds each year—that means a possible 10 pounds in five years,” said Diane Reinhold. “At this time of year, choosing to eat healthy can really be a challenge, even for disciplined people. “With all of the holiday parties, office potlucks, and family gatherings, there are many more opportunities for eating and drinking,” she explained. The research of Brian Wansink, an expert on eating behaviors and former U of I professor, has shown that by altering their personal environment, people can reduce consumption of calories. “It’s important to understand how our food environment, and the factors associated with it, can significantly affect the amount of food we are consuming. “That makes us better equipped to handle the unique holiday eating challenges that face us,” Reinhold said. During the holidays, we may not have a specified time to eat. Instead, we are often able to eat throughout the day. “Think about the last time you gathered with friends and family. Did you have the chance to graze on snacks and sweets either before or after the big holiday meal? “In these situations, we often have easy access to a variety of high-calorie foods in large quantities, and we simply are unaware of how much we are actually eating. “We need to be mindful of the delicious dishes and snacks, but also the calorierich beverages,” she said.

Healthy Holiday Eating Tips Eat sensibly. If you have a party to attend, eat sensibly throughout the day. Skipping meals often leads to overeating later in the day. Instead, eat breakfast, a light lunch, and a small afternoon snack. Include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables along with lean proteins to help fill you up. This will not only help prevent overeating later in the day, but it will also give your body the energy it needs. Be mindful of what and how much you eat. In fact, decide ahead of time how much you will eat. This is especially important if you will be around well-intentioned loved ones who like to encourage seconds and even thirds. Select your favorite foods in small portions and choose carefully between the foods you will sample and those you will skip altogether. Include plenty of fruits and vegetables and other lowcalorie foods. If possible, use smaller plates. This practice leads to smaller portions and a feeling of fullness after eating just one plate of food. In fact, research has shown the use of smaller plates, such as a 9-1/2- inch plate versus a 12-inch plate decreases food consumption by 22 percent. Limit the opportunities for mindless eating. When your meal is complete, move either yourself or the food away from the table. This allows you to focus your attention on the conversation without the temptation of eating unconsciously. If you do overeat at one meal, don’t give up. Avoid the urge to throw in the towel and continue to eat poorly the rest of the day. Instead, eat a light meal or

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snack later on, and remember all the hard work you have been putting into making healthy choices. Consider how many calories you are drinking. Do you love hot apple cider or warming up with a large cup of cocoa after an afternoon of sledding? Many holiday beverages, both alcoholic and nonalcoholic, are full of added sugars that can significantly increase your total calorie intake, leading to unintended weight gain. Consider using low-sugar and sugar-free options whenever they are available. Keep flavor while cutting calories by using a variety of spices, such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. “We all want to be healthier, but being healthy is hard work. It takes planning and intentionality. “Make healthy choices easy so more people will make those choices. With a little planning and insight, you have the power to create a healthier food environment for yourself and those around you. “Give your family and friends the gift of health this holiday season!” Reinhold said.

Circle M 4-H Club members Emmett Peterson, Kyle Miller, Katlyn Miller and Karli Miller hold the awards hold the awards they received at Achievement Day. Photo supplied

Circle M starts new year By Emmett Peterson Circle M Club Reporter

What a great kick off to a new 4-H year Circle M 4H Club of Mount Morris has had so far. We started our year with window decorating during National 4-H week in the first part of October. The theme was Adventures Await and our design included big hot air balloons with wording that included every adventure we could think of. At the end of October we celebrated our past year and presented everyone with awards during a pizza party at Father & Son’s in Oregon. This was also our kickoff party to the new 4-H year. We invited our new members to the party and talked about all the fun things we do at 4-H. The best topic was talking about The Fair and

how fun it is. At our October meeting we elected new officers for the upcoming year. We voted Karli Miller as President and Treasurer, David Ide as VicePresident, Emmett Peterson as Secretary and Reporter, and Kyle Miller and Edwin Estrada as Recreation and Activities Chairpersons. November was also a busy month for our club. As part of community service we assisted the Senior Center with their Fall Fest. Our duties included serving and cleaning up. We also helped the guests out of their cars and assisted with hanging up their coats. The Fall Fest Committee also served us their great meal for helping them. We agreed the dessert was the best part. In November Ogle County celebrates their Achievement Day. Our club and some of our

members were receiving awards. Karli Miller, Kyle Miller, Katlyn Miller, and Emmett Peterson were in attendance to receive these awards. To finish off November we hosted a bake sale to raise funds for our club. We all enjoyed baking treats to make for the bake sale. They all looked and tasted yummy. Each month at our meetings we have an activity of some kind or a member does a demonstration or talk to prepare for fair. Anyone interested in what Circle M is about we meet the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren, Mt. Morris. For more information call Angela Reigle at 815994-0128 or Deb Daleiden at 847-239-2330 or the Ogle County 4H Extension Office at 815-732-2191.

Pearl City Elevator donates to HCC Agriculture Dept. $11,800 will purchase new equipment Pearl City Elevator (PCE) recently made a donation of $11,800 to the Highland Community College Agriculture Department, through the HCC Foundation, for the purchase of muchneeded equipment for HCC’s soil science laboratory. The gift was announced on Dec. 15 in a check presentation ceremony on campus. Pennie Groezinger, Human Resources Manager for Pearl

City Elevator, said, “We are delighted to be part of the bright future that lies ahead for HCC Ag. This donation is a symbol of our confidence in the revitalized Ag program at Highland and our investment in a specific aspect of the program.” Justin Ebert, HCC Ag Program instructor, was on hand with officers of the student Ag Club the day the gift was announced. “Having updated equipment in our soil science lab means that our agriculture students will have the best preparation possible in their Soil Science course at HCC,”

he said. “The students can then utilize this learning in the field right away, or to continue with confidence their soil science studies when they transfer to a fouryear institution.” The funds will be used to purchase a soil scanner, lab bench oven, soil grinder, muffle furnace, and several other items needed to enhance student learning in the program. Pearl City Elevator representatives are looking forward to engaging with the program and seeing the equipment “in action” once it is in place in the Soils Lab.

First responder classes in January Swedish American Hospital’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program will host three classes starting in January for those who may be interested in serving as an emergency medical technician (EMT) or First Responder. A First Responder class will begin Wednesday, Jan. 13 at the German Valley Fire Department, 600 Church St., German Valley.

The 40-hour class will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 10 p.m. and will conclude the week of Feb. 15. The First Responder class is hands-on training, teaching individuals the basics of efficient and accurate emergency care. An EMT-Basic class will begin Tuesday, Jan. 12 at Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport.

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The class will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 10 p.m. A second EMT-Basic class will be held at Harlem Roscoe Fire Department, Station 1, 10544 Main St., Roscoe, beginning Jan. 13 and will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 10 p.m. The EMT-Basic class will prepare students to become first responders in emergency situations.

Coursework covers topics such as assessment and treatment of injuries and use of medical equipment. Both EMT-Basic classes will conclude near the middle of May. The EMT-Basic and First Responder class requires basic skills and prerequisites. For more information or an application, call SwedishAmerican’s EMS office at 779-696-6082.

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5 Chronology 1 0 2 of Area Businesses 164 Years in Business

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of Polo (815) 946-2364

of Forreston (815) 938-3320

of Forreston (815) 938-2273

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115 Years in Business

110 Years in Business

106 Years in Business

85 Years in Business

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of Polo (815) 946-2777

of Oregon • 732-6124

of Oregon (815) 732-2116

of Oregon 815-732-2392

of Polo (815) 946-2324

62 Years in Business

51 Years in Business

49 Years in Business

48 Years in Business

47 Years in Business

46 Years in Business

Public Auction Service

Marv Miller & Ted Gesin General Contractor

Sheely Aggregates

Mt. Morris Times

Forreston Autobody

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of Mt. Morris (815) 734-4716

of Forreston (815) 238-4260

of Mt. Morris (815) 732-6166

of Forreston (815) 938-3630

of Oregon 815-732-2126

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44 Years in Business

41 Years in Business

Merlin’s Greenhouse & Flowers

Bocker Grain Inc.

Leaf River Land & Cattle Rock Cut Quarry

Polo Chiropractic Center

40 Years in Business

of Oregon (815) 732-2384

of Oregon (815) 732-2969

of Polo (815) 946-2600

of Leaf River (815) 738-2842 • (815) 738-2855

of Polo 946-9977

of Forreston (815) 938-2231

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38 Years in Business

33 Years in Business

29 Years in Business

27 Years in Business

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Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins

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Farm Store

of Rochelle 815-562-8784

of Polo (815) 946-2393

of Polo (815) 946-4120

of Polo (815) 946-3081

of Mt. Morris (815) 734-4355

of Forreston (815) 938-2406

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25 Years in Business

22 Years in Business

15 Years in Business

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Fossler Realty Inc.

Country Floral

Dan’s Auto Repair

Valentine

NAPA Auto Care Center

Oregon Powerhouse BBQ

of Polo (815) 946-2113

of Polo (815) 946-3952

of Mt. Morris (815) 734-6267

of Oregon (815) 732-3320

14 Years in Business

11 Years in Business

10½ Years in Business

10 Years in Business

Creative Designs

Mt. Morris Chiropractic

J.H.M. Electric

of Oregon (815) 732-7552

Case IH Dealership

Dr. Bruce Denton

James McCoskey, Owner 14 Years Experience

Flow Right Seamless Gutters

of Mt. Morris (815) 734-7347

of Forreston (815) 541-3187

of Mt. Morris (815) 734-4176

8 Years in Business

5 Year in Business

4 Years in Business

Dogwood Inn

Leaf River Quilt Co.

of Polo (815) 946-2499

of Leaf River (815) 738-2855

of Oregon (815) 732-7920

Our House Antiques of Polo (815) 441-1263

Julie Haddad of Forreston 815-938-2444

Feed Sales

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Memorable photos from 2015

Ava Mirdoska, owner of Grubsteakers, looks at a proclamation with Ogle County Board Chairman Kim Gouker April 21. Mirdoska was recognized for her efforts to keep customers safe during the April 9 tornado. Photo by Chris Johnson

Adriana Price looks into her basement where she and her family took refuge when a tornado demolished their home on E. Kuehl Court, northwest of Rochelle, on April 9. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Several police vehicles chase a late-model Porsche as it travels west on Ill. 64 after first heading east on the state highway May 6. Photo by Earleen Hinton Oregon Fire Protection District voters decided in April to raise taxes through a referendum to allow the district to start an ambulance service. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Shane Imel, Polo, is surrounded in a cloud of color at the start of the 5K color run and one mile walk Oct. 17 at Pinecrest. Photo by Chris Johnson

Historian Edward Finch was the guest speaker during the Forreston Memorial Day Service May 25. Photo by Chris Johnson

Andrezij Dajnowski, director of Conservation of Sculptures and Objects Studio, Forest Park, talks about the cracks in the head of the Black Hawk Statue during a July 30 tour of the restoration. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle leads law enforcement officers through downtown Oregon June 10 as they run a leg of the Torch Run. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Sculptor Jeff Adams installs the bronze statue Nov. 4 that is the focal point of the new Ogle County Fallen Soldiers Memorial on the courthouse lawn in Oregon. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Sixteen-year-old Connor Hopkins leaps over Steve Rossi, 34, March 28 while being observed by Mantaur. The MWA wrestling hosted a training session in Mt. Morris for residents. Photo by Chris Johnson

An Illinois Department of Transportation truck and snow blower was out on US 52 Feb. 2 clearing the large piles of snow on the roads. Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle said US 52 west of Polo and Ill. 64 west of Ill. 26 were drifted due to high winds and a foot of snow. Photo by Chris Johnson

An excavator demolishes the old Sullivan’s Food Store in Mt. Morris Oct. 5 to make way for more parking. A new store was built on the site and held a “soft” opening Oct. 2. Photo by Vinde Wells

Hailey Cisketti, Ty Newcomer, and Bre Cisketti ride the Polo city officials along Sizzler June 19 during Town & Country Days. Photo by with workers from Chris Johnson Civil, Freeport, discuss a partially collapsed building on Mason Street April 12. Photo by Chris Johnson Spring Cleaning Sixth grader James DeWall was cleaning up Monday evening during the middle of the seventh grade band performance of “Revenge of the Dust Bunnies.” DeWall was asked to perform on the vacuum cleaner. Photo by Chris Johnson

Mason Poff, age 11, Polo, competes in the ATV division of the Rock River Riders’ annual Mud Bogs Aug. 16. Photo by Earleen Hinton

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Hawks beat Alleman, Ridgewood at Newman tourney Oregon opens tournament with two wins By Ty Reynolds Sauk Valley Media treynolds@saukvalley. com Trevor Otten was worried that his Oregon Hawks might have a bit of a post-Christmas letdown when they took the court Dec. 26 at the Newman Christmas Classic. Turns out the Hawks were as sharp as they’ve been all season. Oregon dominated both ends of the floor to beat Alleman 58-39, shooting 52 percent from the field and grabbing almost twice as many rebounds as the Pioneers in a game it led from wire to wire. “It was really big to come out and start fast, because I thought we might be a little slow with it being right after Christmas,” Otten said. “But we all stepped up and ran our offense well – I think we got them mixed up on defense – and also did a great job defending their shooters and keeping their offense out of rhythm.” The Hawks (9-3) led 15-8 after one quarter, with Arne Wendler scoring their first 10 points. They opened up a 31-18 lead late in the second period, after back-to-back buckets inside from Wendler. And once Jerrick Orsted and Otten came out hot to start the second half, the Hawks put together an 11-5 run to open the third quarter and completely take control. “We played great as a team today,” said Wendler,

Oregon’s Jerrick Orsted puts up a shot during action against Ridgewood at the Newman Central Catholic Christmas Classic on Dec. 26. Photo by Earleen Hinton

the Hawks’ 6-foot-5 senior foreign exchange student from Germany. “We moved the ball well, and got a lot of open layups by passing it around. I was a threat in the paint, and then once they brought guys to defend inside, that opened up space outside and Trevor could knock down some 3s.” Oregon displayed its efficiency particularly well in the second quarter. The Hawks missed just one of their nine shot attempts, and that was Orsted’s full-court, one-handed heave at the halftime buzzer that bounced

hard off the backboard. For the game, Oregon assisted on 15 of its 22 baskets, and had turned the ball over just 11 times until coach Quinn Virgil emptied the bench for the final few minutes. “That was our most efficient game to date,” Virgil said. “Offensively, we had good spacing and created open shots, and defensively we covered well and stayed aggressive.” The Hawks also dominated the glass, using their height advantage – four of their five starters are 6-3 or taller

Oregon’s Trevor Otten drives the lane for a bucket during action against Ridgewood at the 31st KSB & Newman Central Catholic Christmas Classic on Dec. 26. Photo by Earleen Hinton

– to outrebound Alleman (3-9) 31-16. Oregon limited the Pioneers to just three offensive rebounds, and two of those were team rebounds after Oregon knocked the

ball out of bounds. “The first few games of the year, we didn’t rebound very well,” Virgil said. “But about midway through the Forreston tournament,

we’ve worked really hard on getting a body on somebody and boxing out. I thought we did a nice job of bodying up the whole game.” Turn to B2

Hawk bowlers second at 10team Glenbard East tourney Paced by individual champion Derek Poole, the Oregon boys bowling team placed second in the 10-team Glenbard East Invitational held at the Brunswick Zone in Glendale Heights on Dec. 26. The Hawks finished with a total score of 5,757, just 21 pins behind Chicago Christian, which had 5,778. Oregon’s Abby Newman looks for a pass while being guarded by a pair of Boylan Evergreen Park (5,695), defenders Tuesday morning during the Dixon Holiday Tournament. Oregon lost the DeKalb (5,602), and Glenbard game 59-25. Photo by Chris Johnson East (5,465) rounded out the

top five teams. Oregon trailed by 155 pins going into the last game, but a tournament high 999 game still left the Hawks 21 pins short. Individually, Derek Poole claimed his third Individual championship of the season (1,313 series), edging Jacob Hubbs of Romeoville by one pin on the strength of a 255 final game, jumping from fourth to first. Poole overcame a slow

start (161 in his first game) to finish the final four games averaging over 239. In six tournaments this season, Poole has three first place finishes, two second place finishes, and one third place finish. AJ Nordman completed his fifth top 10 finish with an 1,171, good enough for ninth place overall. He was followed by Joe Miranda in 12th place with an 1,158 series.

Sports Column NIU football, b-ball tourney, and 100 wins By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com A few random thoughts. It was only two years ago, that NIU football fever was sky high with a trip to the Orange Bowl. Last week, the opposite couldn’t have been more true, as the Huskies put on one of the worst performances in the history of bowl games. In a 55-7 loss to Boise State in the Poinsettia Bowl the Huskies were out-gained by 600 yards and had less yards than Boise had first downs. That is pathetic and NIU looked terribly out-classed by a team that many national pundits had been comparing them to. Before NIU made the atmospheric plunge into the Orange Bowl, Boise St. had already splashed onto the screen and was the darling of mid-level football programs. Recently, NIU was being

called the Boise St. of the Midwest, a high compliment indeed. However, the winds of college football change for schools like NIU, those from outside the upper echelon of the Ohio States and Alabamas of the world. Two years ago when NIU was making a climb to the top, fans were clamoring for them to move from the lower echelon Mid American conference to be included in a league with the power brokers of D-I football. Sales of Orange Bowl attire with the Huskie logo on it flew off the shelves. Now, those same fans are embarrassed to wear any sort of NIU clothing and have come to the realization that their beloved school will never make it to the big time. Because of the Boise thrashing, some of those same fans feel NIU is laughingstock on a national level. Two years ago, Kirk Herbstreit of ESPN, drew their ire for having the audacity to say NIU didn’t belong in the Orange Bowl. Looks like Herbstreit was right after all, but it is not all

doom and gloom. As someone who has been attending games at Huskie Stadium since the late 1960s, I find the product very enjoyable, whether I am sitting with a paltry crowd of 4,000 people watching a winless team, which I have done or seeing the Huskies roll to another MAC title in a packed house. Win or lose, big conference or mid-sized conference, bowl game or not, I still appreciate the atmosphere of tailgating, seeing the excitement of major college football and only traveling a short distance to do it. Basketball assignments With the IHSA basketball assignments for boys and girls posted, a couple things immediately jump out. The Polo boys, who have had tough draws in the past, were dealt another postseason blow. Defending state champ Brimfield is listed in the same sub-sectional. Similar to volleyball, though, the top two teams in a sub-sectional would not see each other until the final game of a sectional, if both make it that far.

Brimfield will more than likely get the No. 1 and maybe Polo will be No. 2. Those two teams would then match up with the winners from the other sub-sectional, which is a glorified NUIC tournament. On the girls side, Forreston has as good of a chance of any team to win its subsectional. They have proven capable of playing with about any team. For that matter, the sectional itself looks wide open. There is not that one dominant team so often found in a bracket, such as Annawan in the sectional that feeds into Forreston’s sectional. AFC, which is playing better than anyone in the conference right now, is even in a different sectional than Forreston. You never know how the IHSA is going to geographically assign teams in post season play. The Oregon girls will be hosting a regional within the sub-sectional and the runaway favorite will be Byron. A basketball official pointed out to me

that he has never seen so many wide-margins of victories as he has this year in girls basketball. It’s almost like a case of the haves and have-nots. Cain wins 100th match Congratulations to a good friend of mine, Ethan Cain of Polo, for winning his 100th wrestling match earlier. He has been working at his craft for as long as hard as anyone in the area and hopefully his reward will be a much coveted state medal. As was the case last year, Byron and 3-time defending state champ Dakota, are head and shoulders above everyone else in 1A. Though Dakota is favored again to win the regional, don’t count the Tigers out. As a wrestling fan, I think a much better battle will be contested at the Polo regional between the two schools than what will take place at the state dual meet. Congratulations also to the Oregon wrestlers for almost winning the Stillman Valley Tournament and have multiple champions. The Hawks, along with

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the host Marcos, will have a big-time chance to test their mettle at the same regional with Byron and Dakota. Surprisingly, Princeton is hosting the 1A wrestling sectional, the first time in decades that it hasn’t been at Byron or Oregon. That’s a bummer for local fans like myself who have become spoiled over the years having it our own back yard. Another wrestling tidbit - did you know that Hawk grad Jeff Gale is now head coach for the Sterling Golden Warriors.

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Hawk wrestlers compete against Rochelle, Plano By Randy Holland In a rare Monday night contest, the Oregon wrestlers traveled to Rochelle Dec. 14 for dual meets against the Hubs and the Plano Reapers. Starting against Plano, the Hawks won their third dual meet of the season 40-30, but Class 2A Rochelle spanked the Hawks 51-21 rolling up 45 unanswered points, before Oregon won four of the last five matches, two by forfeits. The Plano meet featured several exciting matches, but started with a string of forfeits, Matt Crandall getting six at 285 and Oregon giving up forfeits at 106 and 113. 126 was a double forfeit. Wresting started at 126 with Chase Clark leading 8-1 when he went around the front with a half nelson at 4:56. Oregon forfeited 132. At 138, Skylar Carlson scored a takedown into a butcher for five points to finish a 14-7 win. At 145, Konner Wilson was trailing 11-6 when lost a takedown and was pinned with a half nelson at 5:16. At 152, Nathan Clark had two three point nearfalls in the first period of a 12-1 major decision, leaving the Hawks down by five points. Conner Hopkins got a late

escape to tie and countered for a takedown with 15 seconds left in overtime to take an 8-6 win. At 170, Caleb Mennen was taken down to his back in a fireman’s carry and was pinned at 1:16 to make the score 30-22 in favor of the Reapers, but that would be their last points. It was over quickly. John Ghibellini scored a takedown in a butcher and worked it into a reverse half nelson in 34 seconds. Tyler Burke hit a hip toss and pinned in 29 seconds, and Anthony Marchetti took a forfeit at 220 to finish off the win for the Hawks. On the junior varsity mat, Jake Mennen reversed into a half nelson at 5:17 and Michael Heller was pinned in a half nelson in 44 seconds. Terry Page started with a double leg takedown and scraped to a pin at 1:05. In JV against Rochelle, Mennen pinned with a half nelson at 2:12. Heller was pinned with the half at 3:08. Devin DeHaan used the half nelson for a fall at 1:51. Jeff Gracyalny had two nearfalls a 9-0 major decision win. Nick Alexander lost a reverse to his back at 2:16. Sawyer Foss was turned in a half nelson at the second

period buzzer. The Rochelle varsity meet started with a forfeit by Oregon at 113 and at 120, Spencer Coots was taken down in a cradle and pinned in 23 seconds. At 126, Chase Clark dropped a 10-0 major decision. Oregon forfeited 132 to make it 22-0 in favor of the Hubs. At 138, Carlson lost two third period takedowns to go down 8-2. At 145, Wilson was tilted for three backpoints to complete an 18-1 technical fall loss at 5:07. At 152, Nathan Clark was taken to his back at 4:34. At 160 Hopkins lost two takedowns before he was pinned in a chicken wing in 40 seconds. In the 170 pound match, Caleb Mennen could not complete a takedown as time expired in a tough 4-3 loss. Oregon was down 45-0. The Hawks got their first points on forfeits to Ghibellini and Matthew Stevens at 182 and 195, and got six more when Marchetti pinned with a wing back at 2:58. At heavyweight, Crandall scored a takedown and a reversal in a 4-0 win. Oregon Oregon’s Mitchell Nehrkorn lets go of a runner during the Hawks first game against forfeited 106 to end the meet. Alleman at the 31st KSB & Newman Central Catholic Christmas Classic on Dec. 26. Photo by Philip Marruffo, Sauk Valley Media

Hawks win opening games From B1 Otten hit five 3s and scored a game-high 23 points, while Wendler added 19 points and team highs of seven rebounds and five assists. Orsted added seven points, five rebounds and four steals, and Jarrett Reynolds chipped in six rebounds and four assists for the Hawks. Alleman finished 14for-36 from the floor (38.9 percent), shot 5-for-12 Oregon’s Emily Perkins goes up for a layup during the opening game of the Dixon from the free-throw line, and turned the ball over Holiday Tournament against Boylan Tuesday morning. Photo by Chris Johnson

16 times. Collin O’Keeffe had 14 points, including four 3-pointers, and Ivan Morrow added 10 points and two assists. Nathan Graves chipped in eight points and three blocks. “Our defensive inability to cover the help side really put us in a hole,” Alleman coach Patrick Rangel said. “We didn’t buy in on the defensive end, had too many lapses, and Oregon was a disciplined team that stuck to their game plan and ran their

stuff well.” The Hawks used the same formula in their second game on Saturday, using a balanced effort in a 64-50 win over Ridgewood. Otten scored 17 points, Wendler added 14, and Orsted (11 points), Mitchell Nehrkorn (10 points), and Kole Mowry (9 points) also contributed to that balance as Oregon outscored Ridgewood 44-30 after halftime.

Annual Christmas tradition continues in Forreston By Chris Johnson cxjohnson@oglecounty news.com A Christmas gathering continues to promote fellowship and love every year. From the moment guests arrived at the Forreston Reformed Church Dec. 25, they were greeted by smiling faces and wished Merry Christmas. Robert Dillavou was the first face visitors saw when they arrived for Christmas brunch. He was opening the door and welcoming everyone to the church. Downstairs Dave and Cindy Giesen were hard at work serving food and talking to visitors. These three were working with everyone in the congregation to make the annual brunch memorable. Pastor Scott Ralston said the congregation deserves the credit for running the event on Christmas morning. “It is a blessing,” said

“There is nothing better in life then coming together in life and taking care of the people you care about,” — Pastor Scott Ralston Ralston. “We have new people come every year and they get to share in our fellowship.” The brunch is a time to gather and meet with friends and family, Ralson said. It is also a time to meet new friends. “It is a real joy to bring the church together and bring the community together,” he said. “On Christmas day, what better place is there to be then church to share that Christmas spirit with friends and family.” The brunch was a free, but donations were accepted and the generosity showed which people placing money in the basket for the New Life Community Food Pantry in Forreston. “To have the opportunity to give back to the community

is great. The donations today are going to the food pantry and they will put it back into the community to feed people,” said Ralston. “Man I tell you what. There is nothing better in life then coming together in life and taking care of the people you care about and then seeing that in the community is awesome.” Every chair was taken and smiles and laughter were seen and heard throughout the brunch. Ralston said the turnout was the highest since he became pastor at the church. The congregation has been running the annual brunch for more than 15 years. When they began serving brunch it was a continuation of a previous community brunch that was held for decades.

Forreston HS alumni basketball game set Forreston High School will host basketball games on Saturday, Feb. 6 in the Forreston High School Gym. The women’s game will begin at 3 p.m. A co-ed game will start at 3:30 p.m., and the men’s game is at 3:45 p.m. Following the alumni game, the Forreston boys play Freeport Aquin, with the Fresh/Soph game starting at 5:30 p.m. and the varsity game to follow at 7 p.m. All alumni, including past coaches and their immediate

families, will be admitted to the game for free. All are invited to catch up with fellow alumni in the high school media center after the game where Mimmo’s pizza will be served. The number of alumni participating will determine game match-ups. Games will be 20 minutes each with decades playing against each other based on alumni’s graduating year falling on an even or odd year. Anyone interested in

attending or playing in the men’s game should contact Jonathan Schneiderman (Men) at jschneiderman@ fvdistrict221.org, or call 815-275-1827. Contact Jane (Slick) Koeller to play in the women’s game by e maiing jeslick3@yahoo.com , or calling 815-266-1095 with your name, graduating year, and t-shirt size. A $15 fee will be collected the day of the game to cover the t-shirt and pizza costs.

Brunch Served Above, Monty Cotter cooks sausage Christmas morning at Faith Lutheran Church. At left, Cindy Giesen, Pecatonica, prepares to serve an egg and ham casserole Friday morning during the annual Christmas brunch Photos by Chris Johnson

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Ogle department can help you recycle holiday lights The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department is working with Secure Recycling Services in Dixon, local fire departments, city and village halls to collect and recycle the holiday lights. Light strings that will be accepted include Italian mini-lights, traditional lights (larger glass bulbs), LED lights, and other similar light strings. Extension cords will also be accepted. Rope lights, garland, live greens and wreaths, and other decorations will not be accepted. Remove all packaging

from lights and do not place plastic or paper shopping bags into the light containers. The lights will be sent to a recycling facility where they will be processed and separated into their different components for use in new products. Drop-off containers for the holiday lights will be available through Jan. 31 at the following locations: Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department, 909 W. Pines Rd., Oregon; Ogle County Courthouse, 105 S. Fifth St., Oregon; Byron Fire Department, 123 N. Franklin St.; Rochelle Fire Department, 401 Fifth

Ave. Additional drop-off containers are located at: Mt. Morris Fire Department, 15 E. Center St.; Stillman Valley Fire Department, 200 S. Rural St.; Forreston Village Hall, 102 S. Walnut St.; Village of Davis Junction, 207 N. Elm St.; and the City of Polo, 115 S. Franklin St. Any proceeds received from the recycling of the lights and wires will be donated to the United Way in Ogle County. For more information, call the OCSWMD at 815-7324020.

Theft near Polo Dec. 16 The Ogle County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help in solving a theft in rural Polo. Numerous items were taken from a residence on Dec. 16. The homeowners were on vacation and the house sitter had a large party,

which numerous minors attended. The sheriff’s department is asking for the public’s help in locating the stolen property and determining the identities of the offenders. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 for information

leading to an arrest in the case. Anyone with information about the theft is encouraged to call the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office at 815-7322136 or Ogle/Lee Crime Stoppers at 1-888-228-4488.

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Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity. Dec. 22 Anthony Cuchiara, 19, Rochelle, was arrested for failure to appear. Cuchiara posted $875 as a full cash for bond and has no further court appearances. The Ogle County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of numerous items from a residence in rural Polo. The items were stolen from the house on Dec. 16. The homeowners were on vacation and the house sitter had a large party in which numerous minors attended. The sheriff’s office is asking for the public’s help in locating the stolen property and the identities of the offenders. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest in the case. Anyone with information about the theft is encouraged to call the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office at 815-7322136 or Ogle/Lee Crime Stoppers at 1-888-228-4488. Dec. 23 Thimmestry W. Mangruem, 21, Rockford, was arrested for failure to appear. After appearing in court, Mangruem’s full cash bond was reduced to $225. Mangruem posted bond and was scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 28. Jermaine Homer, 24, DeKalb, was arrested for driving while license suspended. Homer posted 10% of a $5,000 bond and was released. He is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 11. At approximately 9:16 p.m., deputies responded to a missing elderly male last seen at 977 Lafayette St. in Daysville at 8:30 p.m. The male was identified as James Haight, 77, Oregon. Haight was later located approximately two hours later behind a shed in the area. Oregon EMS was contacted and transported Haight to KSB Hospital for non life threatening injuries. The Oregon Fire Department and the Oregon Police Department also assisted in

the search. Dec. 24 At approximately 9:39 p.m., deputies responded to a reckless driver traveling eastbound on Ill. 72. A short time later, deputies located the vehicle parked at a residence in the 10,000 block of E. Utility Road. After an investigation, Carly Nicioli, 29, Stillman Valley, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Nicioli was also issued citations for driving while license suspended, unsafe tires, and unsafe equipment. Nicioli was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Dec. 26 Jonathon Early, 22, Davis Junction, was arrested on a motion to increase cond. Early’s bond was set at $50,000 pending a court appearance. Robert A. Klazura, 39, Aurora, was arrested at 8:31 a.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 13000 block of Ill. 64. At approximately 2:52 p.m., deputies initiated a traffic stop in the 17000 block of E. Ill. 38. After an investigation, Evelin Lopez, 33. Rochelle, was arrested for driving while license suspended and violation of the drug paraphernalia act. Lopez was also cited for driving without lights when required, defective windshield, failure to secure a child under 8 in a child restraint, operating an uninsured vehicle, and illegal transportation of alcohol. Dec. 27 At approximately 2:10 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop on a green Chevrolet Cavalier in the 7,000 block of N. Freeport Road. As a result of that stop, Karrie A. Davis, 33, Sterling, was arrested for driving without a license, driving without insurance, and operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration. Davis was transported to the Ogle County Jail. At approximately 12:24 a.m., deputies responded to an accident with injuries at White Birch Lane and Whitetail Drive in Davis

Junction. Upon completing an investigation into the incident, deputies arrested a 15-year-old male, Davis Junction, for no valid driver’s license, reckless driving, and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. One passenger, a 15 year old male, also from Davis Junction, sustained minor injuries and was transported to the Hospital privately. A 16-year-old male passenger, Monroe Center, was not injured. The 15-year-old driver was released to the custody of a parent and was given a notice to appear in court. At approximately 8:08 p.m., deputies stopped a pickup at Meridian Road and E. Ill. 72 near Stillman Valley. The driver, Brandi A. King, 20, Rockford, was taken into custody on an outstanding warrant for speeding. King was ticketed for failure to dim headlights. At the Ogle County Jail, King was charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of cannabis (less than 2.5 grams). King was held on felony drug charges. Duane J. Briggs, 21, Freeport, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant on a petition to revoke. Briggs’s bond was set at $10,000 pending a court appearance. Dec. 28 Deputies assisted the Rochelle Police Department for a minor accident involving a Rochelle Police Department squad car. A black Dodge Charger driven by Terrance Inman, 46, Rochelle, was traveling east on 10th Ave when a blue Dodge Caravan driven by Patience Daugherty, 21, Rochelle, was traveling south on Main Street and failed to stop at the stop sign. Daugherty’s vehicle entered the intersection and was struck by the Dodge Charger. Daugherty was cited for disobeying a stop sign and driving with a suspended license. Daugherty is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 15 at 9 a.m. No injuries where reported at the time of the accident.

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Audubon Society will hold membership meeting A general membership meeting and program for the The Northwest Illinois Audubon Society (NIAS) will begin at 7 p.m. at the

Kraig H. Avey Kraig H. Avey, 39, Mt. Morris, died suddenly at his home on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2015, after suffering with health issues for several years. Kraig was born on Oct. 8, 1976 in Rockford, the son of Dennis and Rose (Sheely) Avey. He graduated from Oregon High School, which he hated,

Mary Ellen Ridenour Mary Ellen Ridenour, 88, Mt. Morris, died Thursday, Dec. 24, 2015 at Pinecrest Community, Mt. Morris. She was born on Aug. 2, 1927 in Freeport, the only child of Ellen Mary Anna Muller Stengel and Frederick Andrew Otto Stengel. She grew up in rural Forreston, attended Mt. Morris schools, and graduated from Carthage College with honors and degrees in Home Economics and Biology. She completed her student teaching in Galva and

St. John United Church of Christ, 1010 Park Blvd, Freeport. This month’s program is “Members’ Night,” which

means members will lead the program. Participants are invited to bring pictures featuring birds, plants or other natural

in 1995, and he considered himself a life-long Mounder. Kraig was a member of the Mt. Morris Moose Lodge 1551. He was an avid Cubs, Bears, and Lakers Fan, and he loved his cats. Kraig is survived by his mother, Rose Avey, Mt. Morris; brother, Keith (Kim Barnett) Avey, Mt. Morris; and uncle, Vince (Ericka)

Sheely, Rockford. Kraig was preceded in death by his father, Dennis Avey; and grandmother, Marie Sheely Wells. A celebration of life was held on Dec. 26 at the Mt. Morris Moose Lodge. Finch Funeral Home is assisting the family with cremation rights. Memorials may be made to any animal shelter.

taught high school Home Economics and Biology in Bureau County before becoming a homemaker. Mary Ellen married Ray R. Ridenour on Sept.22, 1951 at St. James Lutheran Church, Forreston. They farmed in rural Forreston from 1952 to 2004, when Ray passed away. Mary Ellen was a lifelong member of St. James Lutheran church, where she was active in many aspects of the church life. Mary Ellen loved her Lord and her family. She will be missed beyond words.

history subject in slides or in electronic format. Members will also be given time to tell a story about an interesting outdoor

encounter. Part of the program will feature pictures which have been taken during NIAS field trips of the last several

Obituaries

I. Deborah Barnhart

Iva Deborah “Debbie” Barnhart, 56, Oregon, died on Tuesday, Dec.22, 2015 at her home. She was born March 10, 1959 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of James H. and Gloria (Maxie) Smith. She married Timothy E. Barnhart on Oct. 11, 1985 in Glenview. Debbie worked as a civil servant for the U.S. Navy for She is survived by 25 years as a comptroller. her three children, Fred, Loveland, Colorado, Eric, Laura N. Behan Forreston, and Rachel Laura N. Behan, 88, (Mark) Herman and longtime Oregon resident, granddaughters, Adele and died on Monday, Dec. 28, Ellen Herman, Rochester, 2015 at Oregon Living and Minnesota. Rehabilitation Center. She was predeceased by She was born on March 26, her parents and husband. 1927 in Aledo, the daughter of Private graveside services H.J. and Katherine (Emmerick) were held. Blazer. Memorials are suggested She married Paul F. Behan to St. James Lutheran on June 26, 1949 in Crystal Church, Pinecrest Lake; he died March 31, 2011. Community and Serenity Laurie was a graduate of Hospice. Aledo High School and the Cremation rites were University of Illinois. handled with Finch Funeral She was employed for many Home, 405 E. Hitt St., Mt. years as the Ogle County Morris. Juvenile Probation Officer,

Survivors include her husband, Timothy; son, Shane Thompson; daughter, Skye

months. To be included as a part of the program call Richard Benning at 815-865-5279 by Jan. 2.

RayLynn (Barnhart) Wenz; and one grandson, Tyler Wenz, who was the light of her life. As per her wishes, no services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Vitas Innovative Hospice Care. Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon, assisted the family with arrangements. Visit www. farrellhollandgale.com to leave online condolences.

retiring in 1972. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Oregon and a longtime PEO member, most recently Chapter IU in Oregon. She is survived by son, Paul Behan, Jr., Oregon; daughter, Katy Behan, Indianapolis, Indiana; grandchildren, Candi (Kyle) Stumpf, Madison, Wisconsin, and Michael Behan, Tucson, Arizona; greatgrandchild, Kaden Stumpf; brother, Jim (Ann) Blazer, Ashland, Kentucky; and sister, Sally Bond, Miami, Florida. She was also predeceased by her parents; brother, David

Blazer; and sister, Pat Hamilton. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 5 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Oregon, with Rev. Joseph Naill as celebrant. No visitation will be held. Private burial will be at St. Mary Cemetery, Oregon. Memorials may be directed to Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, IL 61061. Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon, assisted the family with arrangements. Visit www. farrellhollandgale.com to leave online condolences.

Dec. 23, 2015 (Nov. 23, 2015), dismissed per state motion. Jennifer L. Mickle, 40, Oregon, use of electronic communication device, Dec. 21, 2015 (Dec. 11, 2015), $160. Carol G. Russell, 49, Oregon, disregarding an official traffic control device, Dec. 23, 2015 (Dec. 4, 2015), $120. Susan J. Mooney, 60, Mt.

Morris, expired registration, Dec. 23, 2015 (Dec. 10, 2015), dismissed per state motion. Roxanne C. Stienmetz, 34, Oregon, use of electronic communication device, Dec. 23, 2015 (Dec. 15, 2015), $120. Shawn M. Dunn, 26, Forreston, operating a snowmobile with no registration, Dec. 21, 2015 (Nov. 21, 2015), $120.

Joyce Siebel, warranty deed to Michael W. Arians, 220 Margaret Fuller Rd., Oregon, Rockvale Township, $105,000. Laurie A. Davis-DeVries, Laurie A. Davis DeVries, Laurie Davis, Laurie A. Davis, and Tim M. DeVries, warranty deed to Jennifer M. Files, 439 W. Grant St., Stillman Valley, Maryland Township, $131,900. Wallace W. Kilker, warranty deed to Denny Borgmann and Valerie Borgmann, 507 W. Green St., Forreston, Forreston Township, $65,000. Daniel P. Thompson and Joyce K. Liptow to waive homestead, warranty deed to Nicholas A. Davis, 109 Pacific St., Monroe Center, Monroe Township, $118,000. Leo Wehner and Judy Wehner, warranty deed to Brian Wygant and Jennifer Wygant, 8999 Lemke Dr., Byron, Byron Township, $198,900. Christina B. Jensen, quit claim deed to Jeffrey R.

Cates, property in Oregon, no address listed, OregonNashua Township. Russell H. Green, quit claim deed to Russell H. Green and Christine H. Green, property in Byron Township, no address listed. Rick Hagemann, quit claim deed to Rick Hagemann and Alice E. Hagemann, 308 W. Lincoln, Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township. Nicholas J. Bartholomew, warranty deed to Byron Bank, 106 W. Second St., Byron, Byron Township. Thomas J. Hartnett, III, warranty deed to Spencer L. Hayden and Timothy J. Hayden, 1091 Page Way, Rochelle, Flagg Township, $20,000. Spencer L. Hayden and Timothy J. Hayden, warranty deed to Thomas J. Hartnett, III, 1122 W. Lincoln Ave., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $45,000. Jeffrey Sullivan, quit claim deed to Jeffrey Sullivan and Karinne Ludens, 391 Red Fox Dr., Davis Junction, Scott Township.

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

mph over the speed limit, Dec. 23, 2015 (Oct. 6, 2015), $120. Ashley E. Buttvick Jackson, 16, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 23, 2015 (Nov. 11, 2015), $120 i-bond/ recog. Amber L. Koeller, 22, Stillman Valley, failure to reduce speed, Dec. 23, 2015 (Nov. 9, 2015), $291, promise to comply.

Jason M. Gilroy, 30, Byron, use of electronic communication device, Dec. 23, 2015 (Nov. 19, 2015), $175. Charles M. Perrine, 54, Chana, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, Dec. 23, 2015 (Nov. 22, 2015), dismissed per state motion. Shawn R. Cannova, 46, Forreston, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 21,

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.

Joshua W. Denning, and Erin L. Denning, sheriff’s deed to Blackhawk Area Credit Union, 202 S. Jackson St., Polo, Buffalo Township. Robert A. Stouffer, Eleanor H. Stouffer, and Eleanor F. Stouffer, quit claim deed to Eleanor H. Stouffer, 208 W. Brayton Rd., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township.

Dec. 18 Ogle County Sheriff and Michael R. Wiginton, sheriff’s deed to Wilmington Savings Fund Society, Christiana trust, trustee, and Premium Mortgage Acquisition, trust, 257 Briar Ct., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township. Village of Davis Junction, warranty deed to STL Equities, LLC, Lot 2 of Jeremiah Heritage Center, Davis Junction, Scott Township, $45,000. Jonah D. Helton, quit claim deed to Dan Helton and Sandra L. Helton, Lot 4 in Aplington’s First Addition, Polo, Buffalo Township. Ogle County Sheriff,

Dec. 21 Robert A. Hoak and Gene J. Hoak, warranty deed to Thomas E. Hoak, 921 S. Division Ave., Polo, Buffalo Township, $90,000. Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage Assn., warranty deed to Thomas J. Hartnett, II, 616 S. Second St., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $23,500. Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage Assn., warranty deed to Thomas J. Hartnett, II, 528 N. 12th St., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $65,000. Richard Russo, trustee, Julieann Russo, trustee, and AJR trust, quit claim deed to Richard Russo and Julieann

Russo, 7146 S. Rock Nation Rd., Dixon, Taylor Township. Davood Karimi, warranty deed to N.P. Dodge, Jr., trustee, Leslie A. Delperdang, and National Equity, Inc., 313 S. Fourth St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $135,000. Duetsche Bank National Trust Co., trustee, and Indymax Indx Mortgage Loan TR2006AR29, warranty deed to Lisa Ingram, 123 Barry Ave., Byron, Byron Township, $96,000. Colwell Farms Partnership, warranty deed to Robert C. Colwell and David J. Didier, two parcels in Lafayette Township, and two parcels in Pine Rock Township, no addresses given.

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. Alexandra R. Peters, 23, Mt. Morris, driving 11-14

2015 (Nov. 30, 2015), $175. Jodi J. Whitacre, 55, Oregon, driving 11-14 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 23, 2015 (Nov. 24, 2015), $331 I-bond/recog. Dylan G. Sheraden, 22, Mt. Morris, driving 1-10 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 22, 2015 (Nov. 29, 2015), $120. Derrick A. Hecox, Jr., 19, Oregon, operating an uninsured motor vehicle

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Dec. 22 Amie G. McDermott, warranty deed to Dean E. Fruit, 315 N. 14th St., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $67,900. Laura Zurita, Eliseo Nambo, Juan C. Nambo, and Brenda M. Nambo,

quit claim deed to Eliseo H. Nambo, Brenda M. Nambo, Juan C. Nambo, and Laura A. Zurita, 601 S. Second St., Rochelle, Flagg Township. Richard F. Kness, warranty deed to Richard F. Kness, trustee, Cheryl A Kness, trustee, and Richard F. living trust, property on West Canada Road, no address given, Polo, Eagle Point Township; 16844 W. Goose Hollow Rd., Polo, Brockville Township; and property on West Goose Hollow Rd., no address given, Polo, Brookville Township. Dec. 23 C & G Enterprise, warranty deed to Christopher M. Mueller and Traci D. Mueller, 115 S. Fourth St., Oregon, $80,000. Daniel M. Dunlap, warranty deed to Monhow, LLC, 1000 W. Pines Rd., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $50,000. Jeffrey D. Engel, warranty deed to David J. Engle, 204 W. Third St., Leaf River, Leaf River Township, $60,000.

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Make sure vehicles are safe to drive this winter By Joanie D. Padilla, MPH, CHES Director Health Education/ Emergency Preparedness Ogle County Health Department Winter is upon us and although it is expected to be a mild one because of El Nino, preparations still need to be made. A mild winter may be forecast, but this does not preclude unpredictable winter storms and hazardous conditions. You still have time to prepare your vehicle for winter driving and revisit winter driving safety tips Proper preparation and servicing of vehicles is an important place to begin.

Check anti-freeze levels and if necessary have the entire radiator system serviced; check tires for proper tread depth and uneven wear replacing tires that are worn; keep the gas tank full or near full, check wiper blades, have the brakes and transmission checked. Prepare an emergency kit with the following items: blanket or sleeping bag, flares, first aid kit, flashlight and additional batteries, knife, non-perishable food such as energy bars and water, extra set of clothes, sandbag or cat litter and a shovel, windshield scraper and brush, booster cables and tow rope, compass, charged portable power pack for cell phone/cell phone

charger. Safety while driving in wet, snowy or icy conditions can be the difference in arriving at your destination or not arriving at all, possibly spending time in a ditch or worse.

Tips for arriving safely include: checking the weather on the route planned, leaving earlier to have more time, driving slower in hazardous conditions, letting someone at your destination know when you leave and when you expect

to arrive, increase following distance, pulling over to use a cell phone and always buckle your safety belt. For additional information on preparing for winter weather go to www.ready. illinois.gov, http://oglecounty.

org/departments/healthdepartment-2/emergencypreparedness/ or call Joanie Padilla Ogle County Health Department Director of Health Education/Emergency Preparedness at 815-7327330 ext. 279.

Engineering scholarships offered High school seniors looking for ways to help finance their college engineering education can apply for a scholarship available from the Rock River Chapter of the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers. Applications are available now until the application deadline of Jan. 15.

Applications are available from high school guidance counselors of all public and private high schools in the Rock River Chapter area which includes Ogle, Bureau, Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside counties in northwestern Illinois. Applications for scholarships are judged from national standard test scores,

essays, transcripts, and extracurricular activities. Scholarships are available only for students attending an accredited engineering program. In the 2015-2016 scholarship cycle, the Rock River Chapter will award at least one scholarship of $1,000. Last year the chapter

awarded three $2,000 scholarships, Local scholarships are made possible by the Rock River Chapter through its annual scholarship fund raisers. For more information call Rock River Scholarship Chairman, Mike Leslie at 815-232-3506 (days) or 815541-0089 (evenings).

Oregon Police Activity Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity for Dec. 21 through Dec. 27. Dec. 21 At 1:29 p.m., police investigated a twovehicle traffic crash in the Blackhawk Apartments parking lot located at 406 S. Third Street where a 2003 Ford driven by Brian D. Tremble, 53, Oregon, struck a residence and a parked 2006 Chrysler belonging to Deanna J. Karuba, 45, Oregon. No citations were issued. Dec. 22

Charles W. Tabor, 43,Galt, was issued citations at 8:50 p.m. for speeding, 49 mph in a 30 mph zone, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 600 block of N. Fourth Street. Dariyus D. Westmorland, 20, Rockford, was arrested at 9:50 p.m. for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of cannabis less than 30 grams. Westmorland was transported to the Ogle County jail. These violations occurred in the 1000 block of S. Ill. 2. Dec. 23

At 4:30 a.m. police issued a parking ticket to a vehicle parked facing the wrong way, left wheels to curb, in the 300 block of S. Third Street. At 1 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the 100 block of S. Third Street involving a 2007 Toyota driven by John J. Moody, 54, Dixon, and a parked 2010 Ford belonging to Robert J. Haye, III, 39, Byron. No citations were issued. Dec. 25 Heather L. Loso, 22, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation

at 3:02 a.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 800 W. Washington Street. William J. Untz, 57, Oregon, was issued a citation at 8:25 p.m. for being a pedestrian under the influence of alcohol. This violation occurred at the intersection of Jefferson and 10th Street. Dec. 26 Katera J. Letcher, 17, Dixon, was issued a citation at 7:14 p.m. for speeding, 48 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 600

block of N. 4th Street. Dec. 27 Matthew S. Wissing, 18, Oregon, was arrested at 10:17 p.m. for the illegal consumption of alcohol as a minor. Wissing was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Two verbal/written warnings were issued from Dec. 21 through Dec. 27. 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 during the week of Dec. 21-27 Checking a Subject/Vehicle ............6 Citizen Complaints ......8 Animal Complaints ......2 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem ...............1 Disturbance / Domestic ......................5 Assist EMS/Other Department .................. 1 Alarm Response/Open Door or Window .......... 2 Vehicle/Building Lockout ....................... 5 911 Hang-up/Open Line ............................. 3 Traffic Stops ............... 9

Byron Police Activity Byron Police Chief Todd Murray released the following information. Nov. 19 Dustin Domanski, 29, Rockford, was arrested on a warrant. Domanski was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Ronald Matthews, 51, Rockford, was arrested for driving while license suspended and no proof of insurance. Matthews was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Deondre Friar, 20, Rockford, was issued a citation for driving while license suspended. Samantha Norris, 32, Byron, was issued a citation for expired registration. Nov. 23 Police

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an accident with minor injuries that occurred at the intersection of Blackhawk and Colfax. Involved were Jesse Perez, 51, Dixon, and Roy Good, 39, Rockford. Good was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident Nov. 24 Jasmine Moore, 28, Rockford, was issued a citation for speeding, 45 mph in a 30 mph zone. Nov. 25 Austin Metz, 18, Winnebago, was issued a citation for no proof of insurance. Cole Alexander, 33, Los Angeles, California, was issued a citation for speeding, 51 mph in a 35 mph zone. Nov. 26 Christopher Baker, 25, Stillman Valley, was issued

a citation for no proof of insurance. Nov. 27 Taylor Richards, 23, Rock Falls, was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Keegan Sanders, 18, Leaf River, was issued a citation for no proof of insurance. Nov. 28 Stacey Rauen, 42, Byron, was issued a citation for no proof of insurance. Nov. 29 Cody Durham, 23, Loves Park, was issued a citation for driving while license is suspended. Dec. 1 Allen Kleinfieldt, Jr., 18, Byron, was issued a citation for no proof of insurance. Dec. 2

Adam Wicklund, 31, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation for driving while license is suspended. Dec. 3 Scottie Rogers, 54, homeless, was arrested on a Winnebago County warrant. Rogers was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Jared Ashley, 41, Byron, was issued a citation for speeding, 60 mph in a 45 mph zone. Olympia Standfield, 27, Rockford, was issued citations for improper passing and driving in the wrong lane. Amanda Porter, 21, Byron, was issued citations for no proof of insurance and disobeying a crossing guard. Dec. 4 Carol Russell, 49, Oregon, was issued a citation for disobeying a traffic signal.

Dec. 7 Xzavier Parker, 23, Dixon, was issued citations for driving while license suspended and speeding, 50 mph in a 30 mph zone. Dec. 9 Jully Pacheco, 18, Byron, was issued a citation for no proof of insurance.

Dec. 13 Kevin Buss, 49, Byron, was arrested for violating an orderof protection. Buss was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held without bond. Frank Garza, Jr., 41, Sterling, was issued a citation for disobeying a traffic signal.

Dec. 10 Dominique Stephenson, 28, Des Moines, Iowa, was arrested on a Lee County warrant. Stephenson was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Stephenson was also issued citations for driving while license suspended and expired registration.

Dec. 14 Robert Swanson, 18, Byron, was arrested on an warrant. Swanson was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Cassie Hailey, 22, Stillman Valley, was issued a citation for speeding, 44 mph in a 30 mph zone.

Dec. 12 Christopher Arnold, 28, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation for driving while license suspended.

Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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C LASSIFIED A DVER TISING Publication Notice Public Notice is hereby given that on November 12, 2015, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setforth the ting names and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting business the known as: Abbri Media 5150 E. Hamlet Circle, Byron IL 61010 Dated: Dec. 14, 2015 Rebecca Huntley Ogle County Clerk Dec. 24, 31 2015, Jan. 7, 2016

Publication Notice Public Notice is hereby given that on Decembe3r 18, 2015, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Red Power Transport, PO Box 1051, Byron, IL 61010 Dated: December 18, 2015 Rebecca Huntley Ogle County Clerk Dec. 24, 31, Jan. 7, 2015

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DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST 2006-13, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-13 PLAINTIFF VS DAVID E ALLEN AKA DAVID ALLEN; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGETREE LENDING; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 131 183 SOUTH GERMAN CHURCH ROAD OREGON, IL 61061 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 4, 2015, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on January 22, 2016, in the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Main Lobby, 202 South First Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 7 & 8 IN DEVRIES SUBDIVISION, OF PART OF LOT 1 OF THE NORTH EAST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 1 AND PART OF THE NORTH EAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK F OF PLATS, PAGE 49 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN SAID OGLE COUNTY SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 16-01-277-007 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 183 SOUTH GERMAN CHURCH ROAD OREGON, IL 61061 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $92,540.83. Sale Terms: This is an \"AS IS\" sale for \"CASH\". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1409243 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I679835 Dec. 31, 2015, Jan. 7, 14, 2016

Stillman BancCorp N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Samantha R. Owen a/k/a Samantha SageOwen; et. al. DEFENDANTS 15 CH 00066 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 8/21/2015, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 2/5/16 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 24-24-301-004 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Street Rochelle, IL 61068

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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 14-1509109. I679262 Dec. 24 & 31 2015 & Jan. 7 2016

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"THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W12-2745 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC; Plaintiff, VS. James M. Jakymiw; Sarah C. Jakymiw; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Defendants. 14 CH 82 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Brian VanVickle, Sheriff of Ogle, Illinois, will on February 5, 2016, at the hour of 10:00 AM at Sheriff of Olge County, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 179 Prairie Moon Drive, Davis Junction, IL 61020 PIN: 11-22-330-017 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W12-2745. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W12-2745 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I680074 Dec. 31, 2015, Jan. 7, 14, 2016 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Otilia Silva; et. al. DEFENDANTS 15 CH 00045 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 10/30/2015, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 2/5/16 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-27-330-002 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 407 W. Main Street Mount Morris, IL 61054 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential 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 14-1505609. I679263 Dec. 24 & 31 2015 Jan. 7 2016

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST 2006-13, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-13 PLAINTIFF VS DAVID E ALLEN AKA DAVID ALLEN; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGETREE LENDING; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 131 183 SOUTH GERMAN CHURCH ROAD OREGON, IL 61061 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 4, 2015, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on January 22, 2016, in the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Main Lobby, 202 South First Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 16-01-277-007 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 183 SOUTH GERMAN CHURCH ROAD OREGON, IL 61061 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $92,540.83. Sale Terms: This is an \"AS IS\" sale for \"CASH\". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1409243 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I679835 Dec. 31, 2015, Jan. 7, 14, 2016 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee for Soundview Home Loan Trust 2006-EQ1 Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-EQ1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Jose L. Canchola; et. al. DEFENDANTS 15 CH 00075 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 9/18/2015, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 2/5/16 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 24-24-204-011 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1076 Turkington Terrace Rochelle, IL 61068 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-1504319. I679261 Dec. 24, 31 2015 & January 7, 2016

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 14-15-04319. I679261 Dec. 24, 31 2015 & January 7, 2016

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., AssetBacked Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Otilia Silva; et. al. DEFENDANTS 15 CH 00045 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 10/30/2015, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 2/5/16 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 4 IN BLOCK 2 OF AMICK'S ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS PIN 08-27-330-002 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 407 W. Main Street Mount Morris, IL 61054 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential 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).

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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 14-15-05609. I679263 Dec. 24 & 31 2015 Jan. 7 2016

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Stillman BancCorp N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Samantha R. Owen a/k/a Samantha SageOwen; et. al. DEFENDANTS 15 CH 00066 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 8/21/2015, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 2/5/16 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ONE (1) AND THE NORTH HALF (N 1/2) OF LOTS TWO AND THREE (2 & 3) IN BLOCK TWO (2) EXCEPT THE SOUTH FIFTY-SIX (56) FEET OF THE NORTH HALF (N 1/2) OF LOTS TWO AND THREE (2 & 3) IN WESTERN PARK ADDITION IN THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK A OF PLATS, PAGE 161, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 24-24-301-004 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 714 N. 10th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within 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 14-15-09109. I679262 Dec. 24 & 31 2015 & Jan. 7 2016

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Full Charge Bookkeeper/ Accountant: local business in Dixon is seeking a full-time Full Charge Bookkeeper. Candidates should have strong computer skills, 3-5 years bookkeeping experience, strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to meet deadlines and willingness to work with a team. Please send all replies to Box #1314, c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O.Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081 The Oregon Public Library is hiring a part time custodian. Basic custodial knowledge is required. This position works under the supervision of the Director to provide custodial services, cleaning and upkeep for the Library building and grounds, and set up and tear down of programs and special events. High School diploma or G.E.D. 1-2 years previous experience in the custodial field is preferred. 10 hours per week. Starting @ $9 an hour. Please apply in person or send resume to Oregon Public Library, 300 Jefferson St., Oregon, IL 61061.

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MEDIA CONSULTANT Join the advertising/marketing team of a local media company. We are looking for an ambitious sales representative to drive revenue and provide customized print and/or digital presence for local merchants. Your primary objective will be to demonstrate strong sales leadership and customer advocacy while achieving revenue goals and developing new business. Expectations include: • Saturate the market with contacts and cold calls per week • Meet/exceed established sales targets • You will be busy with at least 10+ selling appointments per day, which include needs analysis, demonstration, closing, up selling and cross selling • Provide excellent customer service and consultation with existing customers Our customers are #1. Our goal is to help area businesses prosper by maximizing their presence. You will offer the very best in print advertising and/or digital advertising solutions for your clients. Skills include interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively on sales proposals for multiple products; attention to detail; good organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload, handle multiple projects. You need the ability to meet deadlines; have proficiency with computers and are willing and able to work independently. Strong communication and presentation skills a plus. You must also hold a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. We provide a competitive compensation plan to fit the right candidate. • Aggressive commission program • Benefit package includes health insurance, 401k, paid vacation • Phone and mileage reimbursement • Fun work environment with good emphasis on work/life/balance

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