Library News

Wednesday WhoDunIt: April 28 at

10:30 a.m.: Iron Lake by Kent Krueger: Former Chicago cop Cork O’Connor’s life has been spiraling out of control following his decision to move his family back to his hometown of Aurora, Minnesota, a small town off Lake Superior.

His intent was to improve their quality of life, but the result is the loss of his election to be sheriff of Aurora and the break up of his marriage.

However, the murder of the town judge and disappearance of a young boy at the same time a blizzard hits northern Minnesota draws Cork into an investigation that tests his stamina and skills as a lawman.

Join Carol for a discussion of Iron Lake by Kent Krueger.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten!

Instill a love of reading in your littles. Join the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program! If you have a child that is in preschool or younger, come in and sign them up! They get a surprise for every 100 books read.

Family Story Time: Thursdays at

10 a.m.: There will not be story time on April 1 during Spring Break. We can’t wait to see you again on April 8!

FORRESTON LIBRARY

Library Hours

The library is open with the following hours: Monday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., 2-7 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., 2 - 6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. We are closed on Friday and Sunday. Masks are required for everyone over the age of 2 and children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a responsible party. Curbside pickup is still available for anyone who wishes to use it.

Community Read

Our friends at Freeport Public Library have invited interested patrons to participate in their annual community read, One Book, One Freeport. This year’s selection is “Underground Railroad” by Colson Whitehead. Several activities, some virtual and some in person, are planned for March. If you are interested in reading this book and/or receiving a schedule of events, please call the library or stop in for more information.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Instill a lifelong love of reading in your babies and young children with this easy incentive program. Just sign up at the library to receive information and a book log and then start reading! Prizes are awarded at various levels of completion.

Preschool Activities

Looking for fun, engaging activities for your preschooler? Our Grab n Go packets include a Scholastic story paper with a different theme each month, accompanying worksheets/coloring pages, and a code to access online stories and activities. Call to reserve yours or stop in and pick one up for your favorite little person.

Library Updates

Please like our Facebook page to stay up to date with the most current information on our plans and activities and also check out our recently updated website at forrestonlibrary.org. If you have any questions or needs, please feel free to contact us by phone at 815-9382624, email at forrestonpubliclibrary@ gmail.com, or through Facebook messaging.

MT. MORRIS LIBRARY

Window Egg Scavenger Hunt

We have something to help fill some time during Spring Break... there are 10 Easter eggs scattered in business windows around town. Stop by the library and pick up the sheet to write down where you found each egg. As long as you have 8 out of 10 correct, you’ll get a goodie bag! You can drop off your completed sheet to the library any time. You can also email a copy to dawn.mtmorrislib@gmail.com. Let’s have some fun in the sun! (ends Thursday, April 8)

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: Paper Plate shamrock hat; Teens: Paper roll shamrock; adults: Shamrock coloring page. Call the library 815-734-4927 or email dawn.mtmorrislib@gmail.com to get yours

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.

OREGON LIBRARY

National Library Week- Welcome to your library, April 4-10. As part of the National Library Week celebration, when Oregon Public Library cardholders check out reading material, they may receive a scratch-off ticket for every 3 reading material items for a chance to win some readable prizes. There will also be special treats!

Seed swap – Monday, April 12, 2-6 p.m. - Bring seeds to share to the library–fruits, vegetables, flowers and native seeds are the best. Make sure your seeds are labeled with variety, year grown, crop family, days to maturity, location grown, germination rate and skill level. For more information, call 815-732-2724.

POLO LIBRARY

Fireside Chat with John Sandford - 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, live on Zoom Join Polo Public Library and other area libraries as we host Author John Sandford for a live discussion. Spots are limited, so call Polo Library at 815-946-2713 to reserve your spot today! Questions for the Q&A portion of the night must be submitted by April 2.

Coffee with a Cop - Wednesday, April 14 - 10:30 a.m. - Polo Library Pavilion Come over to Polo Library for community conversations with a representative of the Polo Police Department. Coffee will be provided. If the weather is threatening, call 815-946-2713 before heading out.

Outdoor Yoga - Monday, April 19- 6 p.m. - Polo Library Lawn Join us on the Library lawn, socially distanced, for Outdoor Yoga. The yoga class will be led by Krystal from ADM Studios Please bring a mat if you have one. Register by calling 815-946-2713 or email library@pololibrary.org

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 our two patron computers to register.

Genealogy Help - First Wednesday (5-7pm) and Third Saturday (10am-12pm) of each month Are you interested in genealogy but don’t know where to start? Or do you have a start but need some help? Come by Polo Library on the first Wednesday or third Saturday of each month.

Library Book Clubs

The Afternoon Book Club meets Wednesday, April 21 at 1 p.m. to discuss Lady Clementine by Marie Benedict.

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.

Adult Fiction: Things We Didn’t Say by Amy Lynn Green, The Mermaid From Jeju by Sumi Hahn

Adult Non-Fiction: Humor, Seriously by Jennifer Aaker, Dancing In the Mosque by Homeira Qaderi

Kids DVDs: Scoob Audiobook, Chance Of A Lifetime by Jude Deveraux

The New Cookbook Book Club

meets Thursday, April 8 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss Clean and Hungry by Lisa Lillien.

The 2WBC Book Club meets Wednesday, April 12 at 12:30 p.m. to discuss Squeeze Me by Carl Hia.

Cookbook book club -Thursday, April 8 at 6:30 p.m. Easy All-Natural recipes for healthyeating in the real world.

POLO

IL1410450

Annual Water Quality Report for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2020 This report is intended to provide you with important information about your drinking water and the efforts made by the water system to provide safe drinking water. The source of drinking water used by POLO is Ground Water For more information regarding this report contact: Name Mike Mumford Phone (815) 946-3514 This report is intended to provide you with important information about your drinking water and the efforts made by the water system to provide safe drinking water.

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

Source of Drinking Water

The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: - Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. - Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming. - Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff, and residential uses. - Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems. - Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPAs Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800) 426-4791.

In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/ CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800426-4791). If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. We cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.

Source Water Name

WELL 2 (11805) WELL 3 (11806) WELL 4 (00163) Type of Water Report Status Location GW Active Polo

GW Active Polo

500 GPM GW Active Polo

Source Water Assessment

We want our valued customers to be informed about their water quality. If you would like to learn more, please feel welcome to attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. The source water assessment for our supply has been completed by the Illinois EPA. If you would like a copy of this information, please stop by City Hall or call our water operator at (815)440-0192. To view a summary version of the completed Source Water Assessments, including: Importance of Source Water; Susceptibility to Contamination Determination; and documentation/recommendation of Source Water Protection Efforts, you may access the Illinois EPA website at http://www.epa.state.il.us/cgi-bin/wp/swap-fact-sheets.pl. Source of Water: POLO Based on information obtained in a Well Site Survey published in 1994 by the Illinois EPA, several potential sources are located within 1,500 feet of the wells. The Illinois EPA has determined that the Polo Community Water Supply’s source water is not suspectibile to contamination. This determination is based on a number of criteria including; monitoring conducted at the wells; monitoring conducted at the entry point to the distribution system; and available hydrogeologic data on the wells.Furthermore, in anticipation of the U.S. EPA’s proposed Ground Water Rule, the Illinois EPA has determined that the Polo Community Water Supply is not vulnerable to viral contamination. This determination is based upon the evaluation of the following criteria during the Vulnerability Waiver Process: the community’s wells are properly constructed with sound integrity and proper siting conditions; a hydraulic barrier exists which should prevent pathogen movement; all potential routes and sanitary defects have been mitigated such that the source water is adequately protected; monitoring data did not indicate a history of disease outbreak; and the sanitary survey of the water supply did not indicate a viral contamination threat. Because the community’s wells are constructed in a confined aquifer, which should prevent the movement of pathogens into the wells, well hydraulics were not considered to be a significant factor in the susceptibility determination. Hence, well hydraulics were not evaluated for this system ground water supply.

2020 Regulated Contaminants Detected

Lead and Copper

Definitions: Action Level Goal (ALG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. ALGs allow for a margin of safety. Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow.

Lead and Copper Date Sampled MCLG Action Level (AL) 90th Percentile # Sites Over AL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination

Copper

Lead

08/13/2019 1.3 1.3 0.73

08/13/2019 0 15 1.4 0 ppm N Erosion of natural deposits; preservatives; Corrosion of Leaching from wood household plumbing systems. 0 ppb N Corrosion of household natural deposits. plumbing systems; Erosion of

Water Quality Test Results

Definitions: Avg: Level 1 Assessment:

Level 2 Assessment:

The following tables contain scientific terms and measures, some of which may require explanation. Regulatory compliance with some MCLs are based on running annual average of monthly samples. A Level 1 assessment is a study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system. A Level 2 assessment is a very detailed study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why an E. coli MCL violation has occurred and/or why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system on multiple occasions. Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. Maximum residual disinfectant level or MRDL: The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

Warranty Deeds

• John L. and Michelle A. Gilbert to Christopher J. Casper, one parcel in Lincoln Township, $110,000. • 101 East Adams Street-CJA Group I LLC to Ernest and Stacy Byrd, 101 E. Adams St., Oregon, $82,500. • Zachary W. and Andrea S. Ettelbrick to Jamie M. and Karianne A. McCarty, 8705 N. Riverview Drive, $220,000. • Creekside Land Holdings LLC to Gensler Family LLC, two parcels in Rochelle, $2,420,000. • K-3 Properties LLC to Vintage 926 Inc., 404 Lincoln Hwy, Rochelle, $100,000. • Bradley M. Stenwall to Douglas P. and Cindy L. Wilken, one parcel in Byron Township, $145,000. • Dale L. Mathison and Scott R. McCullough to Ann M. and Robert L. Thurow III, 5800 N Rothwell Road, Davis Junction, $143,000. • The late Mildred M. Smith by heirs to Mykell Wright, 211 Sunset Lane, Mt. Morris, $805,000. • Midatlantic IRA LLC and Matthew J. Merrill BNP IRA to Natalie L. Winebaugh, 1011 S. Third St., Oregon, $113,000. • Andrew Ortersen to Ryan N. and Cassandra A. Grover, 104 N. Terrace Park Drive, Byron, $133,500. • Andrew E. and Brittany L. Stavenem to David T. Ichord and Sharry Anne Stevens Trust, David T. Ichord and Sharry Anne Stevens, trustees, 1138 Shadow Wood Drive, Byron, $191,000. • Paul D. and Linda K. Chermak to Scott Shellhorn, 7320 N. River Road, Stillman Valley, $242,000. • Michael and Michelle Smith to Tim L. and Christine L. Anderson, 8483 N. Craig Court, Byron, $292,500.

• Lucas and Afton Elizabeth Fox to Quinn A. and Hannah M. Martin, 6773 N River Road, Oregon, $179,900.

Quit Claim Deeds

• Timothy J. Cox to Timothy J. Cox and Kim I. Duncan, 106 E. Hitt St., Mt. Morris, $0. • Ryan Greifenkamp to Karen S. and Rodney A. Alfano Trust, Karen S. and Rodney A. Alfano, trustees, 512 N. Sixth St., Rochelle, $0. • Larry S. and Ann M. Davis to Jonathan L. and Nicole L. Larson, 1140 E. Flagg Road, Dixon, $0. • Kathryn M. Hoffman to James and Inga Fulton Stebbins, 501 N. Division Ave., Polo, $0.

Trustee’s Deeds

• Otto P. and Nancy M. Heisner Trust 101 & 102, Otto P. and Nancy M. Heisner, trustees to Garrett M. Hackbarth, 20389 E. Mowers Road, Lyndenwood, $365,000. • Gunther J. Frank Living Trust, Mark and Steven Frank, trustees to Benjamin W. and Jorden J. Sasscer, one parcel on Timber & Freeport Road, Polo, $584,885. • John and Anna Cudahy Revocable Living Trust, Cary A. Simpson, trustee, to Christopher Charles and Nicole E. Forman, 8477 E. Cardinal Lane, Davis Junction, $316,600. • Raymond J. and Brenda F. Rainwater Trust 101 and 102, Raymond J. and Brenda F. Rainwater trustees, to 16280 Twombly LLC, one parcel in Dement Township, $472,400.

Deed

• Pinecrest Foundation Inc. to Brethren Home, 401 S. Fletcher Ave., Mt. Morris, $0.

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Water Quality Test Results

Maximum residual disinfectant level goal or MRDLG:

The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. not applicable. millirems per year (a measure of radiation absorbed by the body) micrograms per liter or parts per billion - or one ounce in 7,350,000 gallons of water. ppm: milligrams per liter or parts per million - or one ounce in 7,350 gallons of water. Treatment Technique or TT: A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.

Regulated Contaminants

Disinfectants and Disinfection ByProducts Collection Date Highest Level Detected Range of Levels Detected MCLG MCL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination

Chlorine

12/31/2020 0.8 0.55 - 1 MRDLG = 4 MRDL = 4 ppm N Water additive used to control microbes.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

2020 4 3.7 - 3.7 No goal for the total 60 ppb N By-product of drinking water disinfection.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Inorganic Contaminants Barium

Manganese

Nitrate [measured as Nitrogen] Sodium

Radioactive Contaminants

2020 9 9.07 - 9.07 No goal for the total 80 ppb N By-product of drinking water disinfection.

Collection Date Highest Level Detected

Range of Levels Detected MCLG MCL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination 2020 0.42 0.14 - 0.42 2 2 ppm N Discharge refineries; of drilling Erosion of wastes; natural Discharge deposits. from metal

2020 0.691 0.638 - 0.691 4 4.0 ppm N Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories.

2020 0.19 0.18 - 0.19 1.0 ppm N This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Erosion of natural deposits.

2020 5.6

2020 0.06 5.3 - 5.6 150 150 ppb N This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Erosion of natural deposits.

0 - 0.06 10 10 ppm N Runoff from fer tanks, sewage; tilizer use; Leaching from septic Erosion of natural deposits.

2020 9.2 6.3 - 9.2 ppm N Erosion from naturally occuring water softener regeneration. deposits. Used in

Collection Date Highest Level Detected Range of Levels Detected MCLG MCL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination

Combined Radium 226/228

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT

OF THE 15th

JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY

OF OGLE

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: JULIE DOANE, Petitioner, Vs. ROBERT DOANE, Respondent. Case No. 2021D13

PUBLICATION

NOTICE The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you the Respondent, ROBERT DOANE, in the above entitled action, that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Ogle County by the Petitioner against you praying for a dissolution of marriage and for other relief.

NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the Respondent, ROBERT DOANE, file your answer to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or otherwise make your appearance, in the Circuit Court of Ogle County, held in the Ogle County Judicial Center in the City of Oregon, Illinois, on or before May 6, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of the Petitioner, JULIE DOANE. Dated this 24th day of March, 2021. Kimberly Stahl Circuit Clerk Prepared by: TESS, CRULL & ARNQUIST Attorneys for Petitioner P.O. Box 68 Rochelle, IL 61068 (815) 562-8754 tel (815) 562-3412 fax lawyers@ tesscrulllaw.com April 2, 9, 16, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT

COURT OF THE

FIFTEENTH

JUDICIAL

CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY,

ILLINOIS

In the interest of: Cadyn Miller a minor No:2021JA22

NOTICE BY

PUBLICATION

To: All Whom It May Concern, address unknown respondent(s), and to all whom it may concern, take notice that on March 9, 2021, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by ASA Brie Simkulet in the Circuit Court of Ogle County entitled "In the interest of Cadyn Miller, a minor”, and that in courtroom 302 at 106 South Fifth, Oregon, Illinois on April 6, 2021 at 10:00a.m. or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, a status 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 p y 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 15th day of March, 2021 Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court By: L. Haas Deputy Clerk April 2, 2021

ANNUAL TOWN MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the legal voters, residents of the Town of Mt. Morris Township in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois, that the Annual

Township Meet-

ing of said Township will take place on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 being the 2nd Tuesday of said month at the hour of 6:30 p.m. at the Township Office, 105 W. Lin-

coln, Mt. Morris

for the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said Township; and after a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider Reports of Officers and decide on such measures as may, in y pursuance of law, come before the meeting; and especially to consider and decide the following agenda: Elect a Moderator Approve Minutes of the 2020 Annual Meeting Approve the Supervisors Annual Financial Statement Appoint an Audit Firm Dated March 16, 2021. Paula Diehl, Township Clerk April 2, 2021

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC INSPECTION OF

TENTATIVE

BUDGET AND PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the proposed budget for the Village of Forreston for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2021 and ending April 30, 2022 is available for public inspection at the Forreston Village Hall, 102 S. Walnut Avenue, Forreston, Illinois beginning, April 2, 2021 during normal business hours.

Further notice is hereby given that a public hearing on said tentative budget will be held on Monday, April 19th, 2021 at 7:00 PM at the Forreston Public Library Meeting Room, 204 S. First Avenue, Forreston, Illinois at which time all persons will be heard thereon. Michelle Drayton Village Clerk April 2, 2021

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NOTICE

The City of Oregon will be flushing fire hydrants on the following dates: April 12th-16th, 2021 - North of Rt. 64 April 19th-23rd, 2021 - South of Rt. 64 The flushing is a requirement of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and a recommendation of the Insurance Services Office. City water may be rusty during this operation and residents should refrain from washing clothes etc. during the hours of the flushing operation. At night if your water is rusty, allow the cold water to run until it clears up. April 2, 9, 2021

GRASS MOWING

BID REQUEST

The United Lost Lake Property Owners Association is soliciting sealed bids for community grounds mowing (excluding roadside) and other light landscaping work for the 2021 season. Bid specification packets can be picked up at the ULLPOA office located at 903 Missouri Drive, Dixon, IL 61021 Tuesday - Friday from 9 AM - 3 PM. All bids must be received by 3 PM on Tuesday, April 13, 2021.

The ULLPOA will judge all bids without bias but reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids and will accept the bid determined to be in the best interest of the community. April 2, 2021

TAKING BIDS FOR 2020 LAWN

MOWING

SEASON Location: CHANA FIRE STATION 5995 Honey Creek Rd.

Lawn to be mowed once weekly during mowing season, approximately May thru October as needed. Lawn mowing will include trimming of areas if needed. Contractor will furnish all mowing and trimming equipment. Copy

of Contractor's current Liability Insurance coverage must be pro-

vided. Bids shall include the cost per mowing. Please send your Bid Proposal including Proof of Insurance and the Cost Per Mowing to: Oregon Fire

Protection District 106 S. First Street, Oregon, IL. 61061 Bids must be received prior to April 14, 2021

April 2, 2021

Mount Morris

Township Meeting Schedule

Regular scheduled monthly meetings are the second Friday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Meetings are held at the Township Office located at 105 W. Lincoln St., Mount Morris, Illinois. Meeting dates for 2021 are: April 9th, May 14th , June 11th, July 9th , August 13th , September 10th , October 8th , November 12th , and December 10th For 2022 the dates are: January 14th , y February 11th , and March 11th . The Annual Meeting will be April 13th, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at the Township Office. April 2, 2021

Publication Notice of Court Date for Request for Name

Change (Adult)

State of Illinois, Circuit Court, Ogle County 2021MR15 Request of: Nathaniel Austin Schone There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Nathaniel Austin Schone to the new name of: Nathaniel Austin Long Court Date: April 30, 2021 at 10:30 A.M. At 105 S. 5th St., Oregon, IL, 61061 Ogle County. Courtroom #304 Nathaniel Schone March 26 &

April 2, 9, 2021

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE OWNED BY THE

CITY OF POLO AND INVITATION TO BID THEREON

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Corporate Authorities of the City of Polo will receive sealed bids for the purchase, pursuant to the successful bid, of the fee simple interest in the following described real property: Lot 8 in Block 1 in

Waterbury's First

Addition to the Town, now City of Polo; according to the Plat thereof recorded in Book A of Miscellaneous,

Page 475, in the Recorder's Office in Ogle County, Illinois, situated in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois; which property is generally located South of West Webster Street and North of West Wayne Street on the East side of Division Avenue in the City of Polo. The common address is 410 South Division Avenue and has a Property Index Number of 14-16-262-005. The property is currently unimproved but has City water and sewer available and is zoned R-1 Single Family Residential.

Bids for the purchase of the aforesaid interest in the subject property are hereby invited and will be received by the City Clerk at City Hall between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and Noon and 1:00p.m. and 5:00p.m. Monday through Friday (except for holidays observed by the City) until April 15, 2021. Proposals shall be addressed to: City Council of the

City of Polo c/o

Sydney Bartelt,

City Clerk 115 South Franklin

Avenue, Polo, IL 61064 and shall bear the legend, "Proposal-Sale of Real Estate", and shall include the name and address of the bidder. Bids shall be opened at the regular meeting of the City Council on April 19, 2021, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as called on the Council's agenda. A contract may be y awarded to the bidder whose bid is found to be in the best interests of the City of Polo. The Corporate Authorities reserve the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the bidding. The Corporate Authorities further reserve the right to review and study any and all bids and to make a contract award within 30 days after the bids have been opened and publicly read. SYDNEY BARTELT City Clerk

March 26, April 2, and April 9, 2021

ROADSIDE

MOWING BID

REQUEST

The United Lost Lake Property Owners Association is soliciting sealed bids for roadside mowing for the 2021 season. Contractor must provide a flex-wing rotary mower. Bid specification packages can be picked up at the ULLPOA office located at 903 Missouri Drive, Dixon, IL. 61021 Tuesday - Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM. The deadline for bid submission is 3pm on April 13, 2020. The ULLPOA will judge all bids without bias but reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids and will accept the bid determined to be in the best interest of the community. April 2, 2021

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

LOANCARE, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ROY C. RAMIREZ AKA ROY C. RAMIREZ, JR., MARY J. RAMIREZ and COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., Defendants.

CASE NO. 19-CH-7 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 501 W. HITT ST. MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on February 5, 2021, the following described real estate, to-wit:

A TRACT OF LAND IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE 4TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING 264 FEET WEST OF THE CENTER OF SAID SECTION 27; THENCE SOUTH 10 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH THE QUARTER OF SECTION LINE 91 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 140 FEET; THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH THE QUARTER SECTION LINE 91 FEET AND THENCE NORTH 140 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, SITUATED IN THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS.

Permanent Index Number: 08-27-326-005

Commonly known as: 501 W. Hitt St., Mount Morris, IL 61054 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on May 7, 2021, at 10:00 AM, at 202 South First Street, Oregon, Illinois.

The Judgment amount is $104,380.49.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser 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.

For information contact Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

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.

Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Veronika J. Miles (#6313161) HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 740 Decatur, IL 62525 Send Notice/Pleadings to: Veronika J. Miles (#6313161) Email: Non-CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Telephone: (217) 422-1719 Facsimile: (217) 422-1754

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

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SEASONAL TRUCK DRIVER

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SALES / CUSTOMER SERVICE

Full-time position available at Farley's Appliance in Dixon for Sales/Customer Service department in fast-paced environment. Must be organized and able to multi-task while keeping a positive friendly attitude. Responsibilities will includes sales and office duties. Must be able to work Saturdays. Bring in resume or apply within: 1245 N. Galena Ave, Dixon

EMPLOYMENT 505 EMPLOYMENT 505

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The Village Bakery

101 N. 3rd Street, Oregon, IL The Village Bakery is hiring a few great people that want to work with individuals with disabilities while being a great role model. Looking for both full and part time people. Full time must be able to work (4) 10 hour days which would include every other weekend. Part time people must be able to work 2-3 days during the week 8am-2pm. Applications available at the counter or at the drive thru window. For more information call 815-732-3830 and ask for Tim.

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

LOANCARE, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ROY C. RAMIREZ AKA ROY C. RAMIREZ, JR., MARY J. RAMIREZ and COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., Defendants.

CASE NO. 19-CH-7 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 501 W. HITT ST. MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on February 5, 2021, the following described real estate, to-wit:

Permanent Index Number: 08-27-326-005

Commonly known as: 501 W. Hitt St., Mount Morris, IL 61054 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on May 7, 2021, at 10:00 AM, at 202 South First Street, Oregon, Illinois.

The Judgment amount is $104,380.49.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser 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.

For information contact Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

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.

Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Veronika J. Miles (#6313161) HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 740 Decatur, IL 62525 Send Notice/Pleadings to: Veronika J. Miles (#6313161) Email: Non-CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Telephone: (217) 422-1719 Facsimile: (217) 422-1754

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Telegraph • 113 S. Peoria Dixon, IL 61021

Inside Sales Representative

Dixon, IL

Sauk Valley Media has a full-time opening for an Inside Sales Representative. Sauk Valley Media, part of Shaw Media, publishes two daily newspapers: the Telegraph and the Daily Gazette,nine weekly publications and also maintains a vibrant and timely online and social media presence. About This Opportunity: This position requires excellent relationship building skills, a positive team driven attitude, written and verbal communication skills, excellent phone skills, goal driven, multitasking ability, computer and typing skills, ability to manage deadlines, strong organizational skills, an eye for detail, and a proactive work ethic. About Shaw Media: Shaw Media publishes over 150 titles in Illinois and Iowa. Its holdings include websites, newspapers, magazines, a video production unit and a digital marketing services division. Founded in Dixon, Illinois, Shaw Media has been privately owned by the Shaw family since its inception in 1851. Enjoy the Rewards of Working Among the Best: In return for your contributions to our success, Shaw Media offers a competitive benets package, including medical, dental, vision and 401(k) with company match, as well as opportunities to advance within the company. Apply Today! Please submit a cover letter and resume: Apply online: www.shawmedia.com/careers Or Mail to:

Sauk Valley Media Human Resources 113 S. Peoria Avenue Dixon, IL 61021

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