Mt. Morris Times

MT. MORRIS TIMES VOLUME 53 NO. 52 • SERVING THE MT. MORRIS AREA SINCE 1967

Friday, February 26, 2021 • $1.00

VIGIL HELD

LOCAL NEWS

41 Years

A volunteer firefighter talks about his 41 years of service. / 4

LOCAL NEWS

OHS Musical

High school students to present this musical in March. / 9

Special Event Learn about Rachel

Carson via a Zoom presentation on March 7. / 8

Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@shawmedia.com

Members of the Oregon High School cheer squad joined friends, family and mourners in memory of Nathaniel Burton. Several hundred people attended the candlelight vigil Tuesday night for Oregon first grader Nathaniel Burton who was found unresponsive in his bed in his home last week. His death remains under investigation by the Oregon Police Department. Story on page 3.

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INDEX Betty’s Column ........ 7 Chamber Chatter..... 8 Classifieds ........ 18-20 Colbert Column ....... 6 Published every Friday

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Library News ...........14 Marriage License15 Oregon Police..........17 Otto’s Column .......... 6

Property Transfers..16 Sheriff Activity........16 Sports..................12-13 State Police .............16

DEATHS Scot J. DeWall, William B. Wagner, Theresa L. Zipse, Page 15

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Church to install new pastor March 7 Rev. Rodney Caldwell to be installed at Church of the Brethren

The Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren will hold a Service of Installation on Sunday, March 7 at 9:30 a.m. for its new Pastor, Rev. Rodney Caldwell.

The Rev. Jonathan Shively, a representative of the Illinois & Wisconsin District of the Church of the Brethren will officiate.

Pastor Caldwell grew up on a farm in West Central Illinois and is a graduate of Western Illinois University.

While studying agriculture he felt called to ministry through experiences in campus ministry and a short-term mission trip to East Central Africa.

He attended Moody Bible Institute and earned his Master of Divinity Degree from Denver Seminary, Denver, Colorado.

He has been an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren for 30 years and has served several churches in Northern Illinois.

He also has experience in social services, having been an addiction counselor for many years. He has served as Chaplain of Pinecrest Community (formerly Brethren Home) in Mt. Morris for the past six years and will continue in that position.

Pastor Caldwell has a passion for the church as the body of Christ and seeks to

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Pastor Rodney Caldwell and wife, Denise pose with their children, Kathryn, Larry, Rebecca, and Larry. The Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren install Caldwell as its new pastor on Sunday, March 7 at 9:30 a.m. share with others the good news of God’s love and grace proclaimed in the Bible and experienced in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

The Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren is pleased to Welcome Pastor Rodney, his wife Denise and their children, Katherine, Larry, William and Rebecca to the church and the community.

The community is invited to share in the March 7 Service of Installation via online presentation.

The church is at 409 W. Brayton Road.

You may contact the church at 815-7344573 for more information.

Pastor Caldwell may be contacted via email at mmcobpastorrodney@gmail. com.

SPECIAL EVENT

Mobile food pantry to be in Mt. Morris on Feb. 26

Event is at the Moose Family Center from 10-11:30 a.m.

Loaves & Fish Food Pantry alongside Northern Illinois Food Bank is hosting a Mobile Food Pantry on Friday, Feb. 26, from 10 – 11:30 a.m.

The truck will be located at Mt. Morris Moose Family Center, 101 Moose Drive, Mt. Morris. This mobile pantry is open anyone in Ogle County.

This is an “extra” food distribution. Loaves & Fish Pantry clients

are still eligible to receive their normal monthly food allotment. The pantry is open on the first and third Thursdays from 4:30 – 7 p.m. and second and fourth Mondays from 2-4:30 pm.

Anyone in the Mt. Morris/Leaf River area experiencing food insecurity is eligible to receive food. You do not need to have a referral, and no proof of income is required.

The pantry is located in the lower level of the Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren, 409 W. Brayton Road, Mt. Morris.

For more information, call 815734-4250 or 815-734-4573 and leave a message.

Loaves & Fish Food Pantry alongside Northern Illinois Food Bank is hosting a Mobile Food Pantry on Friday, Feb. 26, from 10 – 11:30 a.m.

OREGON

Seven-year-old was found unresponsive in his home Feb. 17

BY EARLEEN HINTON

ehinton@shawmedia.com Family, friends, and classmates of Nathaniel Burton held candles and glow sticks as they stood in front of his elementary school Tuesday night as the investigation into his Feb. 17 death continues.

“My twins are in his class,” said Kristi Guentert as she waited for the vigil to begin. “They took it hard the first day when they found out, but everything the classroom has been doing has been helping.”

Seven-year-old Nathaniel, son of Bryan E. and Sarah L. (Safranek) Burton, was found unresponsive in his bed at 403 S. 10th St., around 2:30 a.m. a week ago, on Feb. 17. He arrived at KSB Hospital in Dixon in full cardiac arrested and was pronounced dead.

An autopsy was conducted the next day, but specifics on a cause of death are being withheld until the autopsy report and toxicology results are in, which will take about a month, Lee County Jesse Partington has said.

No arrests have been made, and the investigation into what officials have confirmed as a potential homicide continues.

Tuesday night, Nathaniel’s grandmother and other family members stood with more than 100 others as they paid tribute to the first-grader, just three blocks from his home.

“I had so much time with him this summer,” said his maternal grandmother, Colleen Hackman. “So many happy times with him. It just makes me feel so good that so many people care. And you know, I love my kids and I love other peoples’ kids and kids are, just you know … kids should be loved. So thank you, everybody, for caring.”

Craig Arnold, pastor of Riverstone Church on S. 10th St., in Oregon, said the vigil was being held to honor Nathaniel.

“This is where we are going to find healing through community, conversations, stories. This is where we are going to remember Nathan. We want this to be a celebration of life, not a slandering of those left behind in an investigation that is still going on.

So, there are a lot of questions here,”

Nathaniel Burton Arnold said.

Oregon Superintendent Tom Mahoney also addressed the crowd.

“I can tell you this is one of the most challenging things a school superintendent has to deal with,” Mahoney said. “Our staff, our school community hurts because of this loss.

We are grateful for the outpouring of support for our current students and our staff. It has been tremendous, and we are thankful for that.

“What we are focused on is our grieving process, and then how we support those students who are here with us. We just need you to know that we love your kids.”

Last week, Oregon Elementary School students made a memorial by decorating Nathaniel’s desk with handmade cards; they also put a teddy bear wearing a face mask in his seat.

Guentert said Nathaniel’s death also impacted her family.

“It hit me really hard, because I could not imagine anybody my kids’ ages passing away. And then finding out it could have been a homicide it makes it 10 times harder,” she said.

Her twins helped create the classroom memorial, and she purchased pots and seeds for his classmates to grow flowers in his memory.

The vigil was organized by Shannon Martin of Oregon, who has lived in the town since she was 12 years old and wanted to do something to help.

“I did not personally know the little boy. Oregon has always been a community for me, and I always felt that if I needed something I could always turn to the community, and I felt like this was a good time we could all come together,” Martin said.

“I was just standing in my kitchen on Thursday and posted it on Facebook, and it just kind of blew up from there.”

Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@shawmedia.com

Several hundred people attend a candlelight vigil Tuesday night for Oregon first-grader Nathaniel Burton. A banner for Nathaniel displayed at the vigil read: “Forever Mapped in Our Hearts, Rest in Paradise Sweet Little Angel, Nathaniel Burton, 9-9-13 - 2-17-2021.”

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Candlelight vigil held for Oregon first-grader while the investigation into his death continues

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PEOPLE FEATURE

Volunteer firefighter reflects on 41 years

BY JEFF HELFRICH

jhelfrich@shawmedia.com When Randy Travis was in college, there was a grass fire near his father’s house.

He went and helped extinguish it. Afterwards, Oregon’s Fire Chief at the time asked him if he would want to do it again. He went to the firehouse the next day and joined the department. He retired this past October after 41 years of service.

“I’ll miss helping people,” Travis, 63, said. “I believe everyone needs to do something for their community.

For me, that was firefighting.”

Travis said the camaraderie with volunteer firefighters on the department and other local squads is among the things he’ll miss most. While doing mutual aid in other towns, the other departments always expected to see him, because he was always there.

The decision to retire came after Travis found he couldn’t do things he did 20 years ago. He loved the job, but didn’t want to risk getting hurt, despite his landscaping job keeping him in good shape.

“I never thought I’d do it for 41 years,” Travis said. “But, on the flip side, I never thought I’d ever quit. I never saw an end to it. I just got used to loving it. My family was shocked I retired. They thought I’d do it forever too. My fiance said she did worry about me. My parents are relieved, too.”

Travis saw four different chiefs during his time at Oregon Fire. He also saw a lot of new trucks, personnel and training. He saw Oregon grow from a smaller department that just did firefighting to one that’s taken on more community responsibility.

Current Oregon Fire Chief Michael Knoup said Travis was an officer at different levels that brought experience leadership to the station.

“Over those many years you’ve seen a lot and a lot of change,” Knoup said, “He went from a department that just did firefighting and now it’s almost full-time with volunteer staff that does EMS. That was a game changer. It went from 300 to over 1,000 calls a year. He’s witnessed a lot of change.”

Being the longest-tenured on the department, Travis said he tended to know where tools were and where people lived. He recalls responding to calls at the same house three times in 10 years.

The two biggest fires Travis recalls were at the Mt. Morris Elementary School and at the Sterling

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ABOVE: Former Oregon Fire Captain Randy Travis directs firefighters as he watches a practice burn. BELOW: Oregon firefighters Tony Breeden, Aaron More, and Randy Travis (far right) return the rescue boat to the dock at Castle Rock State Park after responding to a report of an overturned canoe. The canoeists reached land safely at Brooks Isle after waves, caused by strong winds, apparently caused the boat to capsize. steel mill.

His most memorable call was at the Chana Sale Barn about 25 years ago.

“A three-year-old had his finger caught in the hole in the back of a pickup truck,” Travis said. “It took us an hour. Every time we’d try to get it out, he’d cry. We distracted him and pulled it out, and we went from crying to laughing.”

Travis looks back fondly on how the department educated the public during his time there. He went to schools and talked to students. He believes that went a long way after seeing a decrease in fires over the year.

When asked what he’ll miss most, Travis simply said helping people.

“When someone calls us, it’s the worst day of their life,” Travis said.

“We’re there to make it better. I like to think we did a lot of that over the years.”

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REGIONAL SPELLING BEE

For the second consecutive year, Reagan Middle School seventh-grader Kathleen Keesey won the Lee, Ogle County Regional Spelling Bee on Feb. 18.

The second place winner was Gage Zeiger, an eighth-grader at Aplington Middle School in Polo, and the third place winner was Kaleah Dale, a seventh-grader at Byron Middle School.

Keesey will move on to compete in the National Spelling Bee. Prizes included a 2021 United States Mint Proof Set, online subscriptions to Encyclopedia Britannica and MerAlex T. Paschal/apaschal@shawmedia.com riam-Webster Unabridged, a MerriKathleen Keesey of Reagan Middle School won the regional am-Webster’s Dictionary, Amazon spelling bee title at the Feb. 18 Lee/Ogle County Regional Gift Cards medals and pins

Spelling Bee.

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Gage Ziegler, eighth grader at Aplington Middle School in Polo, went toe to toe with eventual Spelling Bee winner Kathleen Keesey. Ziegler missed an ‘e’ in ‘eczema.’

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LOCAL HISTORY

Lowden’s funeral held “in simple dignity” in 1943 Editor’s note: Otto Dick, Oregon has researched the people, places and events important in the Oregon area’s history for the Ogle County Historical Society. The following is one of a series of the articles he has written.

BY OTTO DICK

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overnor Lowden was raised on a farm in Iowa. Even though he married the daughter of a multi-millionaire and had a very successful career as a lawyer in Chicago, he chose to purchase and live on a farm near Oregon.

His 1943 obituary more or less shows he kept his roots on the farm and not with the many influential friends which included President Roosevelt. Also his funeral was held at the Sinnissippi Farms.

Here is information from a 1943 newspaper article about the funeral. Lowden died on March 20, 1943 at the the age of 82. He was born on Jan. 26, 1861 in Sunrise Township, Minnesota. He is buried at Graceland Cemetery in Chicago.

Lowden Funeral Next Thursday Chicago — In accordance with one of his last requests, funeral services next Thursday for former Frank O. Lowden of Illinois will be in simple dignity, with employees of the family farm at Oregon, Ill., as pallbearers. Mrs. Albert F. Madlener Jr., of Chicago, a daughter, said there would be no honorary pallbearers

Photos supplied by Otto Dick

LEFT: Lowden in his National Guard uniform in 1900. TOP LEFT: Lowden is buried in Graceland Cemetery in Chicago. TOP RIGHT: This was presented to Lowden by the Officers of the First Infantry in 1903. It is located at the Ogle County Historical Society.

and asked that flowers be omitted.

The body of Illinois World War I governor who died Saturday at Tucson, Ariz., after a long illness was placed on a train at Tuscan Sunday and will arrive here Tuesday afternoon.

The Rev. Frederick F. Shannon, former pastor of Central Church of which Mr. Lowden was a trustee, will officiate at services to be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Lowden

Sinnissippi farm and at burial services at 4 p.m. in Graceland beside his wife, Florence Pullman Lowden.

Mrs. Madlener said the pallbearers would be: Lee Gentry, manager of Sinnissippi Farm and chairman of the Illinois agricultural adjustments committee; William Hewitt, chauffeur, with the family 42 years; George McLaren, superintendent of the farm, with the family 40 years; Fred Pauls, gardener; George Lehmann, night watchman; and George Leary, head farmer.

Surviving Lowden are three daughters, Mrs. Madlener and Mrs. Philip Miller of Chicago and Mrs. Frederick Wierdsma of New York, and a son, Pullman of California.

Their mother died six years ago.

Also surviving are four sisters, Miss Eleanor Lowden of New York City, a former professor at Grinnell College; Miss Isabel Lowden also of New York; Mrs. Herbert Sammis of Seattle, Washington and Mrs. Eva Sheldon of Iowa.

The following are named after Lowden. Camp Lowden Boy Scout Camp, Lowden State Park and Lowden Miller State Forest, all near his estate outside Oregon, Illinois.

Others were the Frank O. Lowden Home in Chicago and two Lowden Halls located on the campus of the Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago and Northern Illinois University in DeKalb.

SPORTS COLUMN

Shouldn’t fun be the focus of high school sports?

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ith high-school sports in Illinois being delayed several months, there is a concern that our kids won’t get a fair shake in college recruiting, as most other states have been on a regular schedule since last fall.

Additionally, other states have been conducting state tournaments, which can be a venue for potential college recruits to make a name for themselves. Illinois has been reluctant to do the same, further decreasing scholarship opportunities.

But, is too much emphasis placed on high school athletics as a proving ground for one’s fitness as a college athlete, especially in football and basketball?

Lost in all of this is the primary purpose of high-school sports.

According the IHSA, the opportunity for boys and girls to represent their school and community as they participate in interscholastic activities is a privilege unique to young people in American education.

COMMENTARY Andy Colbert

The United States is different than other countries in offering high-school sports. It is an idea that is uniquely American and has become a cultural institution.

Nowhere in the IHSA’s mission statement is there language pertaining to preparation for a college career in sports. The most important word used is “privilege”.

In today’s me-first society, that word is underappreciated. What used to be the mindset of what can I do for my school and community as an athlete has been replaced by what can it do for me.

Or as John Kennedy famously said, “Ask not

what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.”

In looking back at the annals of prep competition in Illinois, the highest honor one could attain was the glory you brought to your town and school from athletic participation. That was the sole focus of generations ago.

If someone went on to college for sports, that was an ad-on, but nothing to get worked up about.

But, there was a time the Illinois state basketball tournament used to be a bigger deal than the NCAA’s.

Part of the blame for this falls on us in the media in how we cover sports.

It used to be that college recruiting did get much notice. Nowadays, there are services that have up-to-date reports on whether a prep athlete is 3, 4 or 5-star and what college they are considering.

Major media, having been corrupted by the big

See COLBERT, Page 7

LOCAL HISTORY

On Aug. 21, 2020 I wrote an article about the involvement of my aunt and uncle in the making of the atomic bomb at Oak Ridge, Tennessee. I received several comments from others how they too had family members taking part in that Manhattan Project.

A number of weeks later my cousin sent me a picture of my aunt in the nursing home beside her bed that had a beautiful quilt on it. On the quilt was a book titled, “The Girls of Atomic City.”

While the snow and ice makes it treacherous for me to get out, I am going to give you numerous details of what it was like to be a part of that time in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

The book answered many questions for me.

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eople came to work at Oak Ridge, Tennessee from all walks of life and with all levels of education. Kattie’s husband had left Alabama and her for a better paying job in Tennessee. Kattie was dusting the shelves in a library for a very small salary and she soon found herself heading 300 miles north to be part of the janitorial services at the Manhattan Project.

Kattie left her children with grandma for a bigger salary so her children could have a better life.

Her salary was sent home each week to help her children. When she arrived she had never seen such a large building that was being constructed.

In fact she could not even see the end of it.

She hoped she and her husband could have one of the little houses that were springing up all over the hillside. But they were Africa American and they were treated differently.

Her living quarters was a 16 by 16 foot “hutment” with a “potbellied stove” in the middle.

This plywood box would be home to four African American women and they each would pay $1.50 a week to live there. Kattie was determined to make it a home and she hoped there would be a church near-by. Guards could come in any time during the night to see if they were all in their quarters.

Lise and Ida were also treated differently because they were women scientists with magnificent minds. They themselves never made it to the United States but their studies did.

Lise managed to escape from Austria where her team had just discovered fission. Her nationality would make her a target for the Nazis so she had to leave her country. With the help of friends she made her way to Sweden and found work in a lab there.

At times women physicists were considered inferior to men because of their hair style. It might catch on fire in a lab. Her mind was full of

• COLBERT

Continued from Page 6 business of college sports, have shifted their focus from good old-fashioned prep coverage to how high-school athletes are steppingstone to those colleges.

High school state tournaments, which used to be front-page news, now only get a few paragraphs in the

COMMENTARY Betty Obendorf Polo Historical Society

new discoveries and she could not forget a 1909 meeting with Albert Einstein where they discussed turning mass into energy Lise kept in touch with the men and when they had questions, she had answers for them. She helped them figure everything out and yet they never gave her credit for any of her help probably because she was a woman.

Ida’s work in the area of fission also had been noticed since she had made discoveries long before anyone else had figured it out.

In a paper she wrote, “Some distinctly new nuclear reactions take place which have not been observed previously.”TOP They did not pay any attention to her scientific results and even poked fun at her.

She was simply ahead of her time. She eventually married Walter another chemist who suggested one day that some of the head men talk to his wife about her studies.

They refused and said they did not want to “embarrass” her.

After the bombs were dropped and papers were written, these two women were never acknowledged for their contributions. Denise Kiernan wrote about them in her book and gave them the credit they deserved.

back section of big-city newspapers.

Meanwhile, the recent college football recruit signing day dominated the sports page.

The IHSA’s mission statement goes on to say – ‘participation in such interscholastic activities offers eligible students experiences in an educational setting, which provide enrichment to the educational experience’.

Yes, that is not as glamorous as

what the college recruiters sell you on. They tell you how wonderful their program is, how much you are appreciated and how much your presence at their school would mean.

Ego-feeding propositions like that aren’t healthy for teenagers.

Of far greater importance to young people is what the IHSA espouses.

Interestingly, they refer to ‘eligible’ students, meaning not everyone

TOP TWO PHOTOS: These are from Denise Kiernan’s book. Housing options included dorms and prefab homes, but also hutments and trailers. At the height of construction, new homes were erected as quickly as one per every 30 minutes.

At left is the book’s cover.

Photos supplied gets to play. Your grades better be acceptable and certainly that helps borderline students.

Further, it states that sports are an enrichment to the educational experience. That’s where the privilege comes in.

Instead of a straight diet of book learning, the opportunity exists to have fun playing sports. Shouldn’t that be enough?

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BRIEFS

IN BRIEF

Rachel Carson portrayal at forest preserve

Ogle County teen to represent 4-H at National Ag Day Julia Heller of Ogle County will represent Illinois 4-H at the 2021 National Ag Day Student Leadership Program to be held virtually in March.

This program of the Agriculture Council of America prepares and engages young people to raise awareness of the importance of the agricultural industry and its impact on our nation’s society and economy.

Heller has served as a State 4-H Livestock ambassador, promoting 4-H livestock projects, and was active in planning the State 4-H Jr. Livestock Conference. She plans to study animal sciences at University of Illinois and hopes to become a veterinarian one day.

Call the Urbana Extension at 217-333-5900 for Julia Heller more information.

Zoom presentation is March 7 at 2 p.m.

The Byron Forest Preserve District will have Chicago historical actress Leslie Goddard portray scientist and writer, Rachel Carson on Sunday, March 7 at 2 p.m., via Zoom.

In her groundbreaking book, Silent Spring (1962), Rachel Carson warned the world about the environmental impact of chemical pesticides, most notably DDT. In this living-history program, Carson shares stories about her love of nature, her passion for writing, her three books about ocean life and her work to awaken the world to the beauty and fragility of nature.

Carson was not only an early environmental activist but was also a gifted writer whose words revealed the power of language to change how we view our place in the world.

To access this lecture, email the Byron Forest Preserve District by

Schoon scholarships are available to Ogle County students

Chicago historical actress, Leslie Goddard, will portray scientist and writer, Rachel Carson in a living history program hosted by the Byron Forest District on March 7.

Friday, March 5 at info@byronforestpreserve.com to register and receive the link and password for this Zoom program.

Call 815 234-8535 ext. 200 for more information. This Zoom winter lecture in sponsored by Exelon Generation Byron Station.

Scholarships are available to help Ogle County students pursuing a four-year degree. Theodore School established a trust in honor of his parents, Dr. Theodore G. Schoon and Margaret Schoon, who were residents of Forreston.

Graduating seniors from Ogle County and Ogle County students who were recipients in the past year are eligible to play.

Applications are available for graduating seniors in their high school’s counselor’s office. Renewal forms, as well as freshman application, may both be downloaded from the website www.roe47.org to link to Services, then to Scholarships, then to Schoon Scholarship.

The deadline to submit complete applications with all the supporting attachments is 4 p.m. on Friday, April 23, to the attention of Betty Clementz at the Regional Office of Education, 1001 W. 23rd St., Sterling.

For questions, contact Clementz at the Regional Office of Education at bclementz@roe47.org or by phone 815-625-1495 or Ralph Taylor at US Bank in Freeport at 815-235-8563 or ralph.taylor@usbank.com.

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It’s not Just A Bill, it’s the Oregon High School Spring Musical!

Yes, you’re reading this correctly.

Not only is Oregon High School putting on a spring musical this year, but the musical is Schoolhouse Rock Live!

This musical takes everyone’s favorite songs from the School House Rock television show and bundles them together around one cohesive plot: A new teacher nervous on the morning of his first day of teaching.

For adults, this show is sure to invoke feelings of nostalgia, while it will provide a lighthearted and fun educational experience for kids. The show dates and times are Thursday, March 11, Friday, March 12, Saturday, March 13 at 7 p.m. and a Sunday matinee on March 14 at 2 p.m.

All performances will be held in the Oregon High School music room.

Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students.

“In order to manage the number of

attendees at each show, we ask that you make reservations in advance in order to attend,” said OHS Choir Director Zach Hall. “Please send all reservations to zhall@ocusd.net.”

In order to be seated with people who you plan on attending with, it is recommended that you send in one reservation per group, including the following information: 1. Your name 2. The size of your group and the names of everyone else in your group 3. Which performance date you’d like to reserve seats for and 4. Indicate if any of the members of your party are students (so that we can adjust the price ahead of time).

“All groups will be spread out 6+ feet away from other groups in attendance and wearing masks so that everybody can relax and fully enjoy the performance. We hope to see you at one of the performances!,” Hall said.

Mt. Morris junior high to present ’10 Ways to Survive Life In Quarantine’ David L. Rahn Junior High will present the play “10 Ways to Survive Life In Quarantine” Feb. 26-28 at Oregon High School, 210 S. 10th St. in Oregon.

The four shows will be performed at 7 p.m. that Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday.

Each show will have a maximum audience of 50 people, and all must wear a mask at all times.

Tickets cost $5 for all those 5 and older and must be reserved in advance at esoyars@ocusd.net.

Chana church’s noodle supper is Saturday, March 13 Chana United Methodist Church will host its annual Chicken Noodle Lasagna Dinner Drive Thru on Saturday, March 13 from 4-6:30 p.m.

Cost of the dinner is $10 and includes a hearty portion of home made (from scratch) noodles and chicken, a generous piece of homemade lasagna. and fresh from the oven. peach crisp.

Chana UMC is a certified kitchen and is COVID-19 compliant.

Oregon Park District offers new twist on Easter events The Oregon Park District is offering a new twist for a popular Easter event this year.

The district is offering a fun alternative to the traditional Easter Egg Hunt on Wednesday, March 24 at Oregon Park West.

Participants can sign up to walk the StoryWalk Trail reading The Story of the Easter Bunny by Katherine Tegen.

Following the StoryWalk, families can enjoy a couple of minutes with the Easter Bunny (socially distanced), snap a few pictures and children will receive a small goodie bag.

Time slots are every five minutes (limit two adults and four children per time) starting at 1:30 p.m. and ending at 6:10 p.m.

CDC/IDPH guidelines will be followed.

Masks must be worn and temp checks will occur at the start of the Walk.

Register at www.oregonpark.org or by calling 815-732-3101. Names and ages of individuals in your group will be required upon registration. In the event of poor weather, the alternate date for the Free Easter Event is March 26.

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SPORTS ROUNDUP Feb. 16 Boys basketball Eastland 51, Polo 37: The Cougars pulled out the NUIC South win at Polo.

Kellen Henze led the Cougars with 26 points. Wyatt Baber added 10.

Polo’s Parker Wolber scored 13. Gavin Zell added 10.

Eastland led 14-7 after one quarter, 27-19 at halftime, and 40-29 after three.

Boys swimming Byron 91, Harlem 74: Dixon junior Carson Faley won four events to lead the Byron co-op to a win in Machesney Park.

Faley won the 200-yard IM (2:20.29) and the 100 backstroke (57.31 seconds), and also swam legs on the winning 200 medley (1:45.71) and 200 freestyle (1:36.92) relays.

Adam Goelitz won the 200 freestyle (2:00.03) and 100 free (55.23) in addition to wins in the 200 free relay and 400 free relay (3:57.14). Nathan Bell won the 50 free (24.32) and 100 breaststroke (1:04.76) as well as the 200 free and 400 free relays. Levi Schamper won the 100 butterfly (57.58) to go with the 200 medley and 400 free relays.

Caleb Weekley took the 500 freestyle (6:0.977).

Feb. 17 Girls basketball Winnebago 64, Oregon 29: The Hawks fell to the Indians on the road in Big Northern play.

Ashlyn Kitzmiller’s nine points led Oregon, with Hadley Lutz scoring seven.

The Hawks trailed 24-10 after one quarter and 40-13 by halftime.

Eastland 63, Polo 47: The Cougars used a 29-20 scoring edge in the second half to pull away in an NUIC South road win.

Karlie Krogman poured in 25 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and nabbed four steals in a double-double for Eastland (7-0, 5-0), which led 18-14 after one quarter, 34-29 at halftime, and 50-39 after three quarters.

Alex Dusing’s 14 points paced Polo, with Marah Blake scoring 12 and Lindee Poper adding 11.

Forreston 42, AFC 33: The Raiders led 10-5 after one quarter, but the Cardinals took a 19-15 lead by halftime and slowly pulled away in the second half of an NUIC South game in Ashton.

Hannah Artkinson had 12 points for AFC, and Tatum Stroh scored 10.

Rylee and Paityn Broshous each scored 11 points to lead Forreston.

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Hawks fell behind 29-14 after the opening eight minutes, and trailed 52-24 by halftime in a Big Northern loss at the Blackhawk Center.

Owen Ketter’s 12 points paced Oregon (0-6, 0-3). Jamison Caposey, Joey Gelander and Isaac Reber added six points apiece.

Feb. 18 Boys basketball Forreston 54, AFC 41: The Raiders fell behind 21-12 by halftime and couldn’t catch up to the Cardinals in an NUIC loss on the road.

Peyton Lanning led AFC with a gamehigh 20 points, while Matt Thompson added 11 and Carson Rueff scored eight.

Boys bowling Oregon 3,266, Rockford Lutheran 2,485: The Hawks won all three games

by more than 200 pins in a dual in Rockford.

Jacob Smith rolled games of 202, 219 and 214 for a 635 series, and Isaac Kaltenbrun opened his 604 series with games of 206 and 204.

Stylar Klapp closed his 549 series with a 232 game, and Jackson Werren opened his 538 series with a match-high 236 game.

Girls bowling Oregon 3,199, Rockford Lutheran 2,431: The Hawks cruised to a dual win in Rockford, winning all three games by at least 198 pins.

Rebecca Meyers led Oregon with a 682 series, rolling games of 233 and 258.

Ava Wight ended her 576 series with a 233 game, and Sammantha Meyers’ 552 series included a 208 second game.

Feb. 20 Eastland 58, Forreston 42: Kellen Henze scored 31 points as the Cougars beat the Cardinals in Forreston. Drew Burkholder added nine.

Ethan Cain led Forreston with six points followed by Owen Greenfield and Cole Becker with four each.

Stockton 48, Polo 47: The Marcos were unable to pull out a win at home.

Joey Bardell led the Marcos with 12 points. Gavin Zell added 10. Logan Kindle and Tyler Merdian each scored eight.

Hinckley-Big Rock 56, at Oregon 28: The Hawks could not capture a win at home.

Owen Ketter scored 13 to lead Oregon. Joey Gelander added seven.

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at the Blackhawk Center. The Rockets led 21-7 after one quarter and 41-12 at halftime.

Karli Fischbach led Rock Falls with 19 points, and Ainsleigh Hendrix added 12, hitting four 3-pointers.

Claire Bickett scored 11 and Brooke Howard added nine for Rock Falls.

Hadley Lutz scored 10 to pace Oregon.

Boys basketball Rock Falls 50, Oregon 39: A late second-quarter run put Rock Falls ahead of Oregon for the first time in a Big Northern Conference matchup at Tabor Gym. After the Hawks reclaimed the lead early in the third quarter, another run in the third put the Rockets in front for good in a 50-39 win.

Oregon (0-7, 0-5 BNC) struggled at times on offense, turning the ball over 23 times and shooting 16-for-38 from the floor and 0-for-8 from 3-point range.

Joey Gelander led Oregon with 10 points followed by Owen Ketter with eight points.

Girls bowling Oregon 3,517, Sterling 2,815: The Hawks picked up a win at Blackhawk

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Rebecca Meyers led Oregon with a 663 series and games of 246 and 236.

Hannah Kaltenbrun added games of 217 and 204 in a 618 series.

Oregon also got a 588 series from Ava Wight, a 573 series from Alysa Conley, a 552 series from Sammantha Meyers, and a 523 series from Mackenzie Brodkowicz.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Eastland’s Kellen Henze battles Forreston’s Ethan Cain for a rebound during Feb. 20 action in Forreston. Henze led the Cougars with 31 points in Eastland’s 58-42 win. Forreston’s Tommy Appel puts up a shot between Eastland’s Drew Burkholder and Kellen Henze.Polo’s Mallory Patterson looks to pass Eastland’s Chloe Waller defends. Polo’s Marah Blake shoots against Stockton.

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OREGON LIBRARY Library Procedures The Oregon Public Library is currently offering curbside pick-up and appointments for browsing, computer use, printing or faxing. Please call 815-7322724 to schedule pick-ups or appointments.

If you are interested in curbside pick up or a computer reservation, holds can be placed three different ways: Online through the catalog: http://search.prairiecat.info/iii/ encore/?lang=eng Over the phone with Library staff at 815-732-2724, or through our NEW mobile App - PrairieCat Mobile.

Log into your library account with your library card number and PIN (last four digits of the library card number).

Once your requested items are

available for pick up you will receive the automated notification from PrairieCat. Call us at 815-732-2724 after you receive this notice to schedule your curbside pick up.

Remember to check our Facebook posts or the local papers for new releases! You can also talk to the librarians for book recommendations and to place items on hold.

COVID-19 Vaccine Notification Form We can help with completing the Ogle County Health Department COVID-19 Vaccine Notification Form. We have computers available by appointments and staff are able to assist with completing the form. Ogle County Health Department released a form for community members to express interest in

receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. This will help them determine which phase of the vaccination plan you are in and when you may be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Library Book Clubs The Afternoon Book Club meets Wednesday, March 17 at 1 p.m. to discuss Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane.

Books on Tap Book Club meets at Cork N Tap, pending COVID-19 mitigation recommendations, on Thursday, March. 25 at 6 p.m. to discuss The Book of Lost Friends by Lisa Wingate.

The New Cookbook Book Club meets Thursday, March 11 at 6:30 pm to discuss Stock the Crock by Phyllis Good.

The 2WBC Book Club meets Wednesday, March 10 at 12:30 p.m. to discuss Dear Committee Members by Julie Schumacher.

Oregon Writer’s Group, 10 a.m. second Tuesday each month The OWG is a gathering of writers or writer-wannabes who meet to support each other and to further their own writing. The purpose of the group is to help and encourage you in your writing.

If you need brainstorming ideas, we can help suggest ideas or aid with the creative process.

Friends of the Library Grab Bag Sale This is an ongoing sale and the bags are in the library labeled by genre; only 11 bags left. Bags are $5. There are approximately 8-10 books in each bag.

MT. MORRIS LIBRARY We Are Open We are open for browsing and computer use. Masks are required and you will be asked to use hand sanitizer upon entering the library. No unaccompanied children (ages 16 and under) will be allowed in the library at this time (please do not bring your children if you will be using the computer).

Browsing is limited to 30 minutes and computer use to one hour. Curbside service will remain available. Library staff is continuing to quarantine all items for a period of time. Recently returned materials may remain on your account longer than usual. No overdue fines will be charged.

Display Cases Available We have two display cases that are calling for items to be shown and

viewed. They are both 64 inches wide by 51 inches high. One is 10 inches deep and the other is 15 inches deep.

They have locking glass doors. Call the library at 815-734-4927 or email dawn. mtmorrislib@gmail.com if you have items you’d like to show or for more information.

Services Offered We make copies ($0.25 per black and white page)! We fax ($2 for the first page and $0.50 each additional page)!

We can scan a document and send it to email ($2 per document)! We can do voter registration. Come visit us and let us help you!

To-Go Craft Kits for All Ages We have the following to-go craft kits available: Kids: Pipe Cleaner Paper Clip Monster; Teens & Adults: Book Folding

Heart. Call the library 815-734-4927 or email dawn.mtmorrislib@gmail.com to get yours Adult Book Club Adult Book Club will be the 4th Monday of every month at 5:30 p.m. (Currently via Zoom.) Copies of the March book The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion are on their way to the library. Or feel free to grab a copy digitally. Email Dawn Winters at dawn.mtmorrislib@ gmail.com to sign up (Zoom link will be sent via email).

Healthy Kids Out of School A program for 3rd to 5th graders.

Healthy Kids Out of School, with the U of I extension office. This program focuses on how to be healthy and active. We will have a discussion, an art project

Digital Network Access of Illinois Libraries Grant We were the recipients of a Digital Network Access of Illinois Libraries Grant which allows wifi access 24 hours a day. Simply find MMPL Guest, agree to the Terms & Conditions on the login page and enjoy access for up to 8 hours.

Funding for this grant was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act.

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POLO LIBRARY Polo Library Building Open The Polo Library building is now open for in-person browsing and computer use. Curbside services will continue to be available during open hours. Masks will be required for entry.

Open hours will be Mondays - 10 a.m.

- 7 p.m., Tuesdays - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Wednesdays - 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Thursdays - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Fridays - 10 a.m.

- 4 p.m., and Saturdays - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Do You Need Help Registering for Your COVID-19 Vaccine?

Polo Library can help! Call 815-9462713 to register over the phone with one of our staff members, or stop in during our open hours and use one of

and a fun way to be physically active.

Thursday evenings from 6-6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Email dawn.mtmorrislib@gmail. com for the link to join.

our two patron computers to register.

Among Us - Teen Program - Zoom 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 10 Get on Zoom with other teens to play Among Us! Registration is required and capped at 9 participants. Register at pololibrary.org.

Note: You will need two devices to participate, one that you can use for Zoom, and one on which you can actually play the game.

Book Clubs Polo Library currently has two traditional book clubs meeting via Zoom, one on the second Friday of each month and one on the fourth Monday of each month, both at 1:30pm. There is also a

third book club that is a books to movies group that meets on Zoom on the third Tuesday of each month at 7pm.

If you have any questions or are interested in joining any of the book clubs, please email carlap@pololibrary.org.

Polo Cycle Yearbooks for Sale Polo Public Library has 66 Polo Community High School “Cycle” Yearbooks available for sale. They are all withdrawn library yearbooks, so they do have library markings and are in varying conditions. We are asking $5-$10 based on condition. If you are interested in finding out what years are available, please give us a call at 815-946-2713 or email library@pololibrary.org.

Wednesday WhoDunIt: March 24 at 10:30 a.m.

Join us Wednesday, March 24, at 10:30 a.m. for coffee, a slice of pie, and a chat about crime solving Flavia de Luce, the delightful 11 year-old sleuth in Alan Bradley’s book The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie. Pick up a copy of the book at Bertolet Library. Discussion will be held, socially distanced, in the library meeting room. Masks will be required.

Registration is not necessary. Questions?

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BRIEFS On Feb. 4, Abbey Brooks competed in the Agriculture Education CDE (Career Development Events) which is comprised of two parts.

The first is to design a lesson plan including all the materials needed like a

slide deck, activity, and worksheet. The second part is to teach this lesson to students in front of the judges.

Due to the COVID-19 restrictions and for everyone’s safety, this was conducted virtually, which allows students to experience what teaching is like at the

moment. Brooks received second place and is hard at work preparing for the state competition.

Brooks plans to go to Highland Community College and then transfer to a four-year university to become an agriculture instructor and FFA advisor.

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MT. MORRIS – Scot J. DeWall, 50, of Mt. Morris, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021, at Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon.

He was born Sept. 15, 1970 in Rockford, to James and Elaine DeWall. Scot was an employee at McDonalds for over 18 years.

He was a man of great faith and was a member of the Polo Church of the Brethren, while attending many other churches in the area too. The Special Olympics were especially important to Scot, and he earned a gold medal in bocce ball at the Special Olympics in Seattle.

Scot was a diehard fan of the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bears, and all Polo sports. He loved spending time with kids, especially his nieces and nephews.

Surviving Scot are his mother and father, Elaine (Hale) Guyer of Oregon, and James (Melodie) DeWall of Oregon; sister Holli (Brian) Sanders of Shannon; brother Brant (Colleen) Dambman of Simpsonville, South Carolina; nieces and nephews Aubrey Sanders, Blake Sanders, Tucker Dambman, and Wade Dambman; and step-niece and nephew Christian and Taylor Sanders.

He is preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Services were Monday, Feb. 22, at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home in Forreston.

Burial was at White Oak Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

A memorial has been established for the Special Olympics, Red Hots, and Polo Boosters.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Danny Isawi, Dr. Hanny Isawi, and Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon, for their great care.

Please sign Scot’s guestbook and share a remembrance at www.burketubbs.com.

OREGON - William B. Wagner, 84, died Monday, February 15, 2021 in Dixon.

He was born Dec. 2, 1936 in Dixon, the son of Charles and Irma (Cronk) Wagner.

Bill attended Mt. Morris High School and shortly afterwards enlisted and served in the United State Army.

In 1957, he was a member of the 505th Infantry, the 11th Airborne Division as a paratrooper serving a tour of duty in Germany.

Bill worked at A&P supermarket and Kable Printing Company in Mt. Morris for many years. He then went to work for Delmonte Foods Corp. as a forklift driver in Rochelle until his retirement in 1998.

In his younger years, Bill was a member of the Leaf River Horseshoe Riding Club. He enjoyed trail riding in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. He enjoyed many years as a member of the Mt. Morris Boat Club, where he and his family enjoyed water skiing and camping.

He was also a lifetime member of the Mt. Morris Moose Club. He was an avid bowler with the Kable Printing teams, enjoyed going fishing, and was an avid Chicago Bears fan.

Bill married Sharon Ackerson on March 29, 1969 at the Ashton United Methodist Church in Ashton. Bill and Sharon enjoyed square dancing and traveling throughout the U.S. in their RV club. They spent many years as snowbirds with friend in Weslaco and Alamo, Texas.

Bill was a member of the Oregon United Methodist Church, and later in life, the Lighthouse United Methodist Church of Oregon.

He was predeceased by his parents; wife, Sharon; daughter, Janet Heier; grandson, Joshua Wagner; and brothers Charles Jr., Richard, and Jerry.

Bill is survived by his children, Robert (Peggy) Wagner of Baileyville, Joyce (Dana) LaPier of Belvidere, Jeffrey (Liz)

Wagner of German Valley, Dawn Valdes Wagner of Sharon, Wisconsin, and Chad Wagner of Oregon; 14 grandchildren, Ryan, Heather, Rebekah, Ben, Ashlea, Kyle, Kyle H., Brooke, Isa, Emily, Juan, Faith, Jovani, and Carlos; 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Dorothy Capes of Mt. Morris, Patricia Carpenter of Belvidere, Peggy Janssen of Oregon, Shirley Palmer of Leaf River, and Beverly Snyder of Louisville, Kentucky; and many nieces and nephews.

A private funeral service will be held at the Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, 110 S. Seventh St., in Oregon, with the Pastor Don Jamerson of the First Free Methodist Church in Freeport, officiating. Private burial will be held at the Ashton Cemetery. A celebration of life service will also take place in the summer.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is established for the Mt. Morris Moose Club.Visit www.farrellhollandgale.com to leave a condolence or memory of Bill.

THERESA L. ZIPSE LEAF RIVER – Theresa L. Zipse, 69, passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021 in her home, with her family by her side.

Theresa was born on June 14, 1951 in Sugarland, Texas, the

Marriage license Ogle County clerk Laura Cook issued the following marriage license.

Feb. 17: Nathaniel David Hamilton and Chelsea Marie Cole, both of Byron.

daughter of Wilton and Lucille (Lamb) Trahan. Theresa married Kenneth Zipse on July 4, 1968 in St. Theresa Catholic Church in Sugarland, Texas.

She graduated from Mt. Morris High School Class of 1969 and she was the first married woman to graduate from Mt. Morris.

Theresa worked as a clerk for the Leaf River Mini Mart for many years, and she was a homemaker raising her family. She loved to sew, quilt, she made blankets for family and friends, and she enjoyed camping and babysitting. But most of all, she enjoyed raising her children and her time with her family.

Theresa is survived by her husband, Kenneth Zipse of Leaf River; children, Elizabeth (David) Bruss of Cortland, Jeffrey (Christine) Zipse of German Valley, and Richard (Jennifer) Zipse of Leaf River; and 10 grandchildren, Austin and Phillip Bruss, Rees, Cole, Lily, and Luke Zipse, and Dalton, Breanna, Madison, and Brady Zipse.

Theresa is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Bubba Trahan; and sister, Marie Acker.

Funeral services were held Feb. 24 at the Finch Funeral Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt .Morris. Burial will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Freeport at a later date.

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STATE POLICE Feb. 19 At approximately 6:58 p.m., a state trooper stopped to assist a motorist who was on the ramp from IL-72 to Interstate 39 southbound in Ogle County. During the investigation, the trooper learned the driving privileges of the driver, Skyler Hughes, 28, of Rockford,

were revoked.

Hughes was arrested and charged with improper parking in the roadway, driving while license revoked, driving while under the influence, and theft of government property.

Hughes was transported to Ogle County Jail.

Feb. 21 At approximately 2:26 a.m., a trooper stopped to assist a motorist whose vehicle was in a ditch on IL-64 at Meridian Road in Ogle County. During the investigation, the driver, Robert C. Richardson, 31, of Mt. Morris, was arrested and charged with driving while under

the influence, illegal transportation of alcohol, and improper lane usage. Richardson was released on a recognizance bond and issued a court date.

ening injuries by Kirkland EMS. Sievert was later issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Monroe Center Fire and Stillman Valley EMS also assisted with the accident.

Echelbarger and Mcbride were not injured in the incident. Echelbarger was cited for failing to reduce his speed to avoid an accident. The Flagg Center Fire Department also responded to the scene.

an uninsured vehicle and operating a vehicle while the registration is suspended. Bahr was released on an I-Bond to appear in court at a later date.

Feb. 22 See STATE POLICE, Page 17

OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following police activity Feb. 16 At approximately 7:46 a.m. deputies were dispatched to a two vehicle accident with possible injuries on Interstate 39 near mile marker 112 northbound.

After an investigation, deputies learned a Kia SUV driven by Laurie Sievert, 51, of Davis Junction was traveling northbound on Interstate 39 in the right lane. While Sievert was traveling northbound she began to lose control of her vehicle on the icy road and entered into the left lane.

Daniel Drews, 48, of Belvidere was also traveling northbound on Interstate 39 at the time in his Jeep SUV while in the left lane. As Sievert’s vehicle entered the left lane, Drews’ vehicle struck the rear end causing heavy damage to both vehicles.

Sievert was transported to Swedish American Hospital for non-life threat-

At 8:44 a.m. deputies responded to a three-vehicle accident in the 10,000 block of East Illinois 38. After an investigation, deputies determined that a Volkswagen driven by Charles Echelbarger, 37, of Rochelle, was westbound when Echelbarger lost control due to slippery road conditions.

The Volkswagen made contact with a westbound Chevrolet driven by Carolyn McBride, 61, of Rockford, before colliding head on with a Chrysler minivan that was eastbound at the location.

The driver of the Chrysler, Fred Koch, 79, of Ashton, and passenger Anita Koch, 78, of Ashton, were taken by Rochelle Ambulance to Rochelle Community Hospital for treatment of non life threatening injuries.

Feb. 18 Santino Sanchez, 20, of Rockford was arrested for driving with no valid driver’s license and on a Rockford felony warrant after being stopped by deputies on Illinois 251 near Holcomb for speeding.

Sanchez was also cited for speeding and was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held for the outstanding warrant.

Feb. 20 Angela Bahr, 30, of Beloit was issued a citation at 3:52 p.m. for driving while license suspended after deputies performed a traffic stop in the 8,000 block of North Freeport Road. Bahr was additionally issued citations for operating

Feb. 21 Robert Disch (no age address listed) was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. His bond was set at $3,408 pending a Feb. 23 court appearance.

Feb. 23 At 1 a.m., deputies stopped a vehicle on I-39 at mile marker 109 for speeding, 87 mph in a 70 mph zone. Deputies made contact with the driver, Tyson McCarthy, 20, of Dekalb. Upon further investigation, McCarthy was arrested for driving while license suspended, speeding, and on a valid Dekalb County warrant. He was released at the scene on a $2,500 I-bond and given a return court date in Dekalb County for March 29.

PROPERTY TRANSFERS These Ogle County property transfers were recorded Feb.12-18.

Warranty Deeds Tarence Roby to Mike Terlikowski, 314 E. Brayton Road, Mt. Morris, $318,000.

Alan E. and Bud Albrecht to Alan E. Albrecht Trust 101, Alan E. Albrecht, trustee, 8876 and 9322 E. Gurler Road, Ashton and one parcel in Lafayette Township, $0.

Brady and Taylor Stovall to Kimberly N. and Denton M. Yocum, 6472 N. Pleasant View Drive, Stillman Valley, $372,500.

Amber Modler to Raven Nance-Fletcher, 211 W. Front St., Mt. Morris, $72,000.

Rochelle Real Estate LLC to Gabriela Cruz, 10866 E. Flagg Road, Rochelle, $305,000.

Deborah Sue Maas to A&H Land LLC, one parcel in Scott Township, $0.

Phyllis Ott, also Johnson to Troy Bantz, 309 Hillcrest Ave., Rochelle,

$106,500.

Gerald Schoeny to Bryan T. Schoeny, one parcel in Forreston Township, $0.

Byron Reserve LLC to Blake A. and Mollie P. Momenteller, 385 Red Fox Lane, Davis Junction, $205,000.

Patrick D. and Kathleen M. Poster Bettner to Todd and Anne Kampmeier, 17744 W. Town Line Road, Forreston, $88,500.

Nathan Lewis to Duane W. and Nancy L. Capes, 6809 S. Joanne Ave., Rochelle, $158,500.

Congregational Christian Church of Stillman Valley NFP to Brent E. and Caitlin L. Pierson, 315 S. Pine St., Stillman Valley, $160,000.

Felix T. Hernandez Perez to Sheri L. Klindera, 317 Sixth Ave., Rochelle, $111,000.

Benjamin L. and Karissa R. Engelbarts to Eric J. and Erin L. Schmidt, 506 S. Third Ave., Forreston, $80,000.

Dawn B. and Joseph H. Kielsmeier to

Connor Steven and Tyler Rene Rice, 3711 W. Sumner Road, Leaf River, $215,000.

Osbaldo and Beata Esparza to Emily Christy Torio Yolo, 105 S. Fremont St., Creston, $136,000.

Hadley R. Forbes to Osbaldo and Beata Esparza, 212 N. Main St. and one lot in Creston, $204,000.

Quit Claim Deeds The late Donna S. Nelson by heirs to Diane L. Sandell, 207 W. North St., Polo, $0.

Trustee’s Deeds Gary O. Bocker Trust 2789, Mark E. Bocker, trustee to Henry and Megan Bocker, 10662 W. state Route 64, Polo, $231,650.

Deer Creek Lots Land Trust, Mary Ellen Gomez, trustee, to Kathryn A. Hill, 10258 E. Deer Creek Lane and 10463 E. Deer Creek Court, Rochelle, $0.

Catherine R. Nudd, also Schulze Trust,

Jennifer Lofgren, Catherine R. Nudd, also Schulze, and Jennifer Zdan, trustees to Richard and Deborah R. Dohn, 308 and 310 N. Deer Paint Drive; 307, 309, and 311 Platte Drive and one lot in Dixon, $143,500.

Executor’s Deed Timothy J. Hough Estate, the late Timothy J. Hough by executor to Dustin E. and Wendy D. Harriett, 210 W. Emily St., Mt. Morris, $84,500.

Sheriff’s Deed Ogle County Sheriff and Tasj Nicole S. Yabut, also Tasi, to Stanwich Mortgage Loan Transfer, Wilmington Savings Fund Society, trustee, 930 N. Main St., Rochelle, $0.

Sheriff of Ogle County and Charles T. Strominger Jr. to Associated Bank, 5405 E. Skinner Road, Stillman Valley, $0.

Source: Ogle County Recorder’s Office

SPECIAL FUNDRAISER

In early 2018 a handful of veterans and some community members met in Lena to explore the possibility of creating an F-4 Phantom Jet Memorial Park in northwestern Illinois.

The site in Lena on Main St. was selected for the site as the land was donated to the committee for the purpose of the Memorial. Shortly thereafter, the group became the owners of one of the last remaining F-4s.

Due to the generosity of the northwestern Illinois communities, organizers were able to pay the initial cost of bringing the aircraft to Lena.

On one of the coldest days in history the jet was delivered to its tempo-

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Continued from Page 16 At approximately 9:45 p.m., a trooper stopped a vehicle for improper lane usage on Jack Dame Road just west of IL-251 in Ogle County.

During the traffic stop investigation, the trooper learned the driving privileges of the driver, Jeffrey H. Morrison, 38, of Lena, were suspended.

Morrison was arrested and charged with improper lane usage, disobeying a stop sign, and driving while license suspended.

Morrison was released on a recognizance bond and issued a court date.

rary position at Rafters Restaurant just outside of Lena.

The aircraft will remain there until it has been restored and painted.

To date, more than 100 walkway paver bricks have been engraved.

All donations are appreciated, but there are additional donation levels: Bronze $250 – Silver $500 – gold $1,000 – Platinum $5,000 – Diamond $10,000.

It is the committee’s intention to recognize higher donation levels separately at the park.

POLO POLICE Polo Police Chief Tim Rockwood released the following information.

Feb. 16 Tristan C. Truitt, 17, of Polo, was cited for disobeying a stop sign. Truitt was released on an I-Bond.

General Calls for Service Feb. 8-21 Citizen Complaints/Assist ................. 17 Animal Complaint .................................. 1 Disturbance/Domestic .........................3 Fire/Medical Assist ............................... 1 Alarm/Open Door ..................................2 911 Hang up ............................................2 Traffic Stops ...........................................8

As with most everyone, 2020 was not kind to fundraising efforts, but that has not diminished the enthusiasm for completing this project, organizers say.

What’s been going on includes pylon engineering, ongoing fund raising and “Buttoning Up” the jet for display What lies ahead is painting of the jet, lifting the jet up onto the pylon, moving the jet to the permanent site, and construction of the pylon.

Officers and directors of the project are:

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New Releases Juvenile Non-Fiction: Finding a Way Home by Larry Dane Brimner; The Proper Way to Meet a Hedgehog

by Paul Janeczko; Mighty Justice by Dovey Johnson Roundtree Picture Books: Spencer’s New Pet by Jessie Sima Easy Non-Fiction: My Bed by Rebecca Bond Reminder: We are unable to collect soft plastics at this time. Also, we regretfully cannot accept book donations right now. We apologize for the inconvenience. We ask that you refrain from depositing your plastics and book donations unattended.

OREGON POLICE Oregon Police Chief Shawn Melville reports the following police activity.

Feb. 17 Shirley M. Hoffman, 85, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 1:36 p.m. for a stop arm violation. This violation occurred in the 100 block of E. Washington Street.

Nikolas J. Barnhart, 23, of Chana, was issued a citation at 7:39 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred at the intersection of 10th and Webster Streets.

Feb. 18 At 11:37 a.m., police took one 14-yearold female juvenile, Oregon, into limited

custody for the offense of theft less than $500. The juvenile was released into her parent’s custody with a referral to the Ogle County State’s Attorney being filled out.

Feb. 19 At 7:10 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the 300 block of Armstrong Street involving a 2005 Chevrolet driven by Jeffrey S. Taylor, 28, of Oregon, and a parked 2002 Suzuki belonging to Jacob U. Feiden, 27, of Oregon. No citations were issued.

Feb. 20 Michael D. Ramsey, 29, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 10:07 p.m. for disobeying a traffic control device. This

violation occurred at the 4th and Washington Street intersection.

Feb. 21 Andrew E. Hainzinger, 36, of Arlington Heights, was arrested at 2:18 p.m. for driving while license suspended, resisting/obstructing a peace officer, and possession of drug equipment.

Hainzinger was also issued citations for operating an uninsured motor vehicle and improper use of a registration.

Hainzinger was transported to the Ogle County jail.

These violations occurred in the 300 block of Monroe Street.

Two parking tickets and one verbal warning issued Feb.15-21.

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 Feb. 15-21 Checking a Subject / Vehicle ........4 Citizen Complaints ..........................6 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem........6 Assist EMS / Other Department ...2 Disturbance / Domestic Battery...2 Alarm Response............................... 1 Lockout Vehicle / Building.............2 911 Hang-up / Open Line................ 1 Ordinance Violations.......................2 Traffic Stops .....................................6

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS In the interest of: Aurora Volquardsen, a minor 2019 JA 22 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION To: Amanda Volquardsen, address unknown, respondent(s), and to all whom it may concern, take notice that on February 16, 2021, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by ASA B. Simkulet in the Circuit Court of Ogle County entitled "In the interest of Aurora Volquardsen, a minor", and that in courtroom 302, at 106 South Fifth, Oregon, Illinois on March 9, 2021 at 1:30pm or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, an adjudicatory hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court and for other relief under that act. The court has authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor.

If the Petition requests the termination of your parental rights and the appointment of a guardian with power to consent to adoption, you may lose all parental rights to the child. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition for a motion to terminate parental rights.

Unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and

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Dated this 16th day of February, 2021 Kimberly A. Stahl, Clerk of the Circuit Court By: Deputy Clerk, L.H. Feb. 26, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS In the Matter of the Petition of RANDALL REED KLINE, Petitioner, No. 2021 MR 6 PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on the Petition of RANDALL REED KLINE to change his name to RANDY REED CROPP. The hearing on this Petition will be held on 15th day of April, 2021 at 9:00 AM before Judge John C. Redington, in Courtroorn #202 at the Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois.

Dated this 10th day of February, 2021.

RANDALL REED KLINE Eric D. Morrow ARDC #6272754 SMITH, BIRKHOLZ & MORROW, P.C. Attorney for Petitioner 129 S. 4th St., P.O. Box 10 Oregon, Illinois 61061 815-732-6124 eric@oglelaw.com Feb. 19, 26, March 5, 2021 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: ROSEMARY CRAIG, Deceased.

2021 P 11 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of ROSEMARY CRAIG. Letters of Office were issued on February 8, 2021, to MICHAEL J. CRAIG, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is

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Claims against the estate may be filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required

by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

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

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

By: MICHAEL J. CRAIG Independent Executor Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 W. Mason St. Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276 tom@ suitslegal.com Feb. 19, 26, March 5, 2021

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of RODNEY R. RAPP, SR., Deceased.

No. 2021-P-16 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of RODNEY R. RAPP, SR. of Leaf River, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on February 10, 2021 to THOMAS A.

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RAPP as Independent Executor whose attorneys are WILLIAMS McCARTHY LLP, 120 W. State St., P.O. Box 219, Rockford, IL 61105.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street #300, Oregon, IL 61061 or with the representative, or both, on or before August 19, 2021, or within 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required

by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act, whichever date is later.

Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above is barred.

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

Thomas A. Rapp Independent Executor Feb. 19, 26, March 5, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS In the interest of: Jade Davis, a minor 2021JA4 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION To: Joshua Davis, address unknown, respondent(s), and to all whom it may concern, take notice that on January 20, 2021, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by ASA

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If the Petition requests the termination of your parental rights and the appointment of a guardian with power to consent to adoption, you may lose all parental rights to the child. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition for a motion to terminate parental rights.

Unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered.

Dated this 16th day of February, 2021 Kimberly A. Stahl, Clerk of the Circuit Court By: Deputy Clerk, L.H. Feb. 26, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS GERMAN-AMERICAN STATE BANK Plaintiff, VS. GREGORY N. REGOLE, JOSEPH R. FERLAND, BYRON BANK, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF

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REVENUE; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, INKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

NO. 21-CH-5 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Notice is given to Defendants, Gregory N. Regole, Joseph R. Ferland, Byron Bank, Illinois Department of Revenue, Illinois Department of Employment Security, Unknown Owners, Unknown Tenants, and Nonrecord Claimants, of the following described real estate: TRACT I: - Gregory Regole Lot Two (2) in Block Fifteen (15) as designated upon the Plat of Leaf River, being located upon a part of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 36, and part of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 36, Township 25 North, Range 9 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, the Plat of which is recorded in Book B of Plats on Page 2, in the Recorder's Ogle Office of County, Illinois; situated in the Township of Leaf River, County of Ogle and State of Illinois.

TRACT II: - Joseph R. Ferland Lots Eleven (11) and Twelve (12) and the North Half (1/2) of Lot Thirteen (13) in Block Eight (8) in the Village of Leaf River according to the Plat thereof recorded in Book B of Plats, page 2, as Document No. 82560 in Ogle County, Illinois; situated in the Township of Leaf River, County of Ogle and State of Illinois.

The undersigned certifies that the above entitled

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mortgage foreclosure action was filed on February 1, 2021, and is now pending.

1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the case number are identified above.

2. The court in which said action was brought is identified above.

3. The name of the title holders of record are Tract I Gregory Regole and Tract II Joseph R. Ferland.

4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: TRACT I: - Gregory Regole Lot Two (2) in Block Fifteen (15) as designated upon the Plat of Leaf River, being located upon a part of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 36, and part of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 36, Township 25 North, Range 9 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, the Plat of which is recorded in Book B of Plats on Page 2, in the Recorder's Office of Ogle County, Illinois; situated in the Township of Leaf River, County of Ogle and State of Illinois.

TRACT II: - Joseph R. Ferland Lots Eleven (11) and Twelve (12) and the North Half (1/2) of Lot Thirteen (13) in Block Eight (8) in the Village of Leaf River according to the Plat thereof recorded in Book B of Plats, page 2, as Document No. 82560 in Ogle County, Illinois; situated in the Township of Leaf River, County of Ogle and State of Illinois.

5. Common address or description of the location of real estate is as follows: 311 E. 1st Street and 215 N. Main Street, Leaf

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River, Illinois.

6. A. Name of Mortgagor: Gregory Regole B. Name of Mortgagee: GermanAmerican State Bank C. Date of Mortgage: February 22, 2017 D. Date of Recording: March 1, 2017 E. County where Recorded: Ogle F. Recording Document Identification: #201701127 UNLESS you file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the office of the Circuit Clerk of this County on or before March 18, 2021, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE

BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit https://efile.illinois courts.gov/serviceproviders.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinois courts.gov/FAQ/ gethelp.asp.

This Notice prepared by: STEPHEN S. SCHMELZLE Attorney for Plaintiff 208 W. Stephenson Street, Suite 201 Freeport, IL 61032 (815)235-1188 Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2021 Publication Notice Public Notice is hereby given that on February 3, 2021, 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: Vos Marketing and

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Events P.O. Box 627 Oregon, IL 61061 Dated: February 3, 2021 Laura J. Cook, Ogle County Clerk Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2021 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Polo, Illinois, will hold a Public Hearing to discuss eliminating parking on Route 26 (Division Ave) within the corporate limits of Polo at Polo City Hall, 115 S. Franklin Ave, on Monday March 01, 2021 at 6:00p.m. via Zoom.

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CASA 15th Judicial Circuit (Lee/ Carroll/Ogle Counties) is seeking volunteers in the Ogle County area to advocate for children in the Ogle County court system involved in abuse and neglect cases.

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