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MT. MORRIS TIMES VOLUME 53 NO. 51 • SERVING THE MT. MORRIS AREA SINCE 1967

Friday, March 4, 2022 • $1.00

NEWS

Vigil Planned

A candlelight vigil is set for March 5 for the Ukrainian people. / 3

NEWS

BEE WINNER

ARPA Funds

The county has started spending ARPA funds. / 5

Teacher is a Finalist An Oregon

High School teacher is a finalist for Teacher of the Year. / 9

Alex T. Paschal//Shaw Media

Merit Namaste Rose, an eighth grade student at David L. Rahn Junior High, reacts to winning the 2022 Lee-Ogle-Whiteside Regional Spelling Bee on Feb. 24 at Dixon High School. Story on page 4.

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INDEX Betty’s Column ........ 6 Classifieds ........ 18-20 Colbert Column ......14

Library News ............ 2 Oregon Police..........16 Otto’s Column .......... 8

Property Transfers..17 Sheriff Activity........17 Sports................. 14-15

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ShamROCK The Town returns to Oregon

By ALEXA ZOELLNER

azoellner@shawmedia.com The Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce will host its third annual St. Patrick’s Pub Craw, “ShamROCK The Town on March 12.

Sponsored by E.D. Etnyre & Company, the event is limited to participants 21 and older.

Included in tickets are two free drink tokens, food specials, contests for prizes valued at about $500, a coupon book with savings of well over $27 and two free courtesy shuttles to outlying locations. The shuttles are supplied by Oak Lane of Oregon and Shepherd Premiere Senior Living.

Prize points can be earned by participating in a scavenger hunt, visiting the most locations, dressing in costume and showing off your Irish beard.

Learn more and get tickets at any of the 12 participating Oregon pubs, or visit http://oregonil.com/shamrock-the-town.

Participating locations are Breakers Saloon & Eatery, Chile Pepper Grill and Bar, Cork & Tap, Courthouse Tavern, Franklin Street Pub, K’s Sports Bar, Messie’s Bar & Grill, Ogle County Brewery, Oregon VFW Post 8739, Sledgehammer’s, The Hunt Club and Tipsy Hog. Tickets cost $27 and are nonrefundable.

Register by Feb. 28 to receive a free commemorative T-shirt.

Home bars will be assigned at random

prior to the event, but organizers will try to accommodate requests for a specific location. If registering as part of a group, make sure to note the group name during registration and organizers will do their best to place group members at the same home bar.

“Thank you to our sponsor, E.D. Etnyre & Company, reminding you to celebrate safely,” Chamber Director Liz Vos said.

“Since 1898, they’ve continually set the bar for performance and reliability and paved the way for customers’ success.

Learn more about ways they support our community and apply to work with them at https://etnyre.com.”

For questions, call 815-732-2100 or email Vos at chamber.director@oregonil.com.

Oregon considers changing its form of government

By ALEXA ZOELLNER

azoellner@shawmedia.com Oregon citizens soon will be asked to consider whether the city should move to a council-manger form of government.

On Feb. 23, Oregon City Council members voted unanimously to follow an ad hoc committee’s recommendation that the city pursue that avenue.

Ad hoc committee members are Roger Cain, John Dickson, Rick Bunton, City Commissioner Melanie Cozzi, Otto Dick and Rick McCanse.

“We established the position of city

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administrator in 2020 to manage the day-today operational decisions of the city,” Mayor Ken Williams wrote in a Feb. 25 news release.

“This is the final step in shifting routine administrative tasks from the council to a city manager. We are about 85% there already, but state law requires this last piece to be done by referendum.”

If the referendum passes, City Administrator Darin DeHaan would become the city manager.

Voters still would elect a mayor and council commissioners the way they currently do, and the council would continue

“to set policy and create the vision for our city,” Williams wrote.

The city manager would report to the council and would hold the executive authority to carry out policies and to oversee the city’s day-to-day operations.

“Oregon is a great city with a solid vision of who we are and what we want to be,” Williams wrote.

“This final step moves us forward in our shared goals.”

The request is to place a referendum on the next qualifying election ballot, putting this question to our citizens, Williams said in the release.

a new book! Oregon School’s spring break is March 28 - April 1 Adult Book Club The March book is The Lost and Found Bookshop by Susan Wiggs. Copies are available at the library. This group will meet in-person at the library on Monday, March 28 at 3:30 p.m.

Display Case Showings ‘Watch’ us this month as we have a display of alarm clocks ringing in March! Local collector, Lori Peterson, is showcasing her collection of clocks in our display cases. ‘Wind up’ your excitement and come visit this ‘alarming’ display! We are always looking for collectors or artists who are willing to share their treasures in our display cases. If you are interested, please call, 815-734-4927.

Explore More Illinois Explore More Illinois is a cultural pass program that provides discounts at museums, visual and performing arts centers, park districts, and more around the state. Use Explore More Illinois to find fun and educational places to go on a free afternoon or for a little getaway. Explore More Illinois is easy to use with your library card. Visit

the library’s website to browse attractions. You can find the information on our resource page.

Rock River Center The Rock River Center has a representative in our library the second Thursday of every month.

Services provided by Rock River Center are designed to enable older and disabled persons to remain independent, thereby avoiding costly long-term care. No appointment necessary but, if you want to make an appointment with the Rock River Center you may call 815-732-3252.

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SPECIAL EVENT

Attendees asked to gather on the east side of the Ogle County courthouse square in Oregon

By EARLEEN HINTON

ehinton@oglecountynews.com OREGON – Three local residents are organizing a candlelight vigil to show support for the Ukrainian people following the recent invasion by the Russia military.

“Innocent people of Ukraine are being killed and injured,” said Lisa Schultz of Oregon, one of the organizers. “They are going through very terrible times right now. We want to do the candlelight vigil to show them we care about them and we support them.

And pray that this will end very soon and no more lives will be lost and they can be reunited with their families.”

Schultz said the candlelight vigil will be held on Saturday, March 5, around the historic Ogle County Courthouse in downtown Oregon.

Attendees are asked to assemble on the east side of the courthouse square,

along Illinois Route 2.

The event will be from 6 to 7 p.m., Schultz said.

Schultz is organizing the event with Gary Schrimpsher and Veronica Mathews.

“Candles will be provided,” Schultz said. “Please help us show Ukraine we support them and we pray for their safety.”

In the event of rain, the event will be held on Sunday, March 6, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the same location.

For additional information on the vigil, contact the organizers through Facebook at What’s Up Ogle County?

Russian flag taken down at Heritage Crossing in Dixon, replaced with Ukraine’s flag

Ukraine against the Russian invasion that began last week.

Heritage Crossing on the riverfront was home to flags from the city’s sister cities of Dikson, Russia, as well as Herzberg, Germany; Castlebar, Ireland; and Thika, Kenya.

The Russian flag will not be flown until the Russian Federation has withdrawn its troops from Ukraine, and the other flags have been

DIXON – The Russian flag has come down at Heritage Crossing in Dixon, and officials have replaced it to support Ukraine.

The city, the Dixon Sister Cities Association and the Dixon Chamber of Commerce and Main Street decided to show support for

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temporarily replaced with Ukraine’s to show solidarity.

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REGIONAL SPELLING BEE

Oregon student wins spelling bee on ‘geocaching’ Merit Namaste Rose spelled ‘vaccination’ en route to victory

By TROY E. TAYLOR

ttaylor@shawmedia.com DIXON – When “vaccination” comes up in a pandemic-era spelling bee, the way is clear.

So it was for 13-year-old Merit Namaste Rose, who nailed the word in the third round on the way to victory on Feb. 24 in the Lee-Ogle-Whiteside Regional Spelling Bee. “It’s kind of on signs everywhere.

You need to have it,” Rose said.

She won the contest in the 11th round by successfully spelling “geocaching.”

As champion, the eighth grader qualified for the Scripps National Spelling Bee. She also earned some snazzy prizes, including the 2022 United States Mint proof set, one-year online subscriptions to Encyclopedia Britannica and the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary, a commemorative book from the national bee and a $100 Amazon gift card.

After “vaccination,” Rose moved through the next few rounds with aplomb, spelling “frugal,” “celebratory” and “emerald.”

The field, which started with 31 contestants at Dixon High School’s James A. Wiltz Auditorium, quickly was whittled down.

Five students were eliminated in the first round, seven in the second, eight in the third, three in the fourth and two in the fifth.

Tom Wadsworth, who has been the presenter since 1983, said that in his opinion, this year’s roll of words was particularly challenging.

By the sixth round, it was a threeway contest. The other survivors were Jake Andrzejewski, an eighth grader at East Coloma-Nelson Elementary, and Declan McKinney, a fifth grader at

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Continued from Page 3 a battle of good versus evil. President Reagan’s assertion of this evil empire rings true nearly 40 years later. On Feb. 24, 2022, the Russian Federation, led by dictator Vladimir Putin, launched a unilateral and

Cora Schmidt of Forreston Grade School

Marley Linboom of Aplington Middle School.

Tilton Elementary.

Rose spelled “altercation,” Andrzejewski had “sophisticated” and McKinney had “nocturnal.” In the eighth round McKinney bowed out on “besieged.”

Rose correctly spelled “genteel” and “caramel” while Andrzejewski got “tortoise” and “mantra,” having received confirmation from the presenter that the latter word could be pronounced with an “ah” sound.

The 10th round was decisive. Rose spelled “hollyhock” but Andrzejewski added an unneeded “o” to the spelling of “recuperation.”

As runner-up, Andrzejewski received a dictionary, the commemorative book and a $75 Amazon gift card. McKinney got a $50 gift card for third.

Rose appeared overwhelmed after the competition. She had spelled words clearly without hesitation, but when Wadsworth interviewed her after the award presentation at center stage before the assembled guests, she couldn’t speak. She nodded demurely and shrugged shyly to his questions.

Later, after receiving several wellwishes and congratulations, she was more relaxed. Soon she was bantering with her mother Lurana, who is also her spelling coach.

None of the words during the competition were surprises, they agreed.

“I can confirm, she knew all the words,” Lurana said.

“Wow, such a Spelling Bee Mom,” her daughter replied, smiling. She admitted she has much more studying ahead to become accustomed with the higher tier of words that will be used at the national competition.

Rose said she is not involved in any extracurricular activities, so she’ll have no distractions in preparing for nationals.

Liam Crumpton, a sixth grader from Paw Paw Junior High, was one of the more endearing contestants. In the second round he stopped dead four letters into “atonement,” asked for clarification on the word, started again, stopped, then rallied and spelled the word slowly but correctly to stay in the competition.

As the fourth round progressed, the tension on stage seemed to ratchet up.

In fact, each correctly spelled word, and there were five straight, seemed only to raise the stakes. Then Kate Viall of Ashton-Franklin Center went out on “Bowie” and Marley Linboom departed on “casserole.”

Rose is the first champion from the Oregon School District since Rachel Hendrickson won in 2006. Sarah Troutman also won in 2001 and 2002.

Rose continues a run of girls winning the regional spelling bee. Four girls have been the last eight champions. Girls have won 20 of the last 23 years.

Kathleen Keesey of Reagan Middle School was the bee’s two-time defending champion and reached the national semifinals finishing 16th in 2021 as a seventh grader. She moved with her family to Castle Pines, Colorado, in March.

unprovoked attack on Western democracy and values by invading the nation of Ukraine.

“As President Reagan did 40 years ago, our community continues to uphold the American ideal of liberty and the right of individuals to determine their own fate. The city of Dixon, Dixon Sister Cities, Dixon Chamber of Commerce and Main Street have united in denouncing this egregious violation

of Ukraine’s independent sovereignty. Until the Russian Federation completely withdraws its troops from Ukraine’s sovereign state, the city of Dixon, DCCMS and Dixon Sister Cities will not fly the Russian Federation’s flag at Dixon’s Heritage Crossing Riverfront.

“We are replacing the Russian Federation’s flag with Ukraine’s in solidarity with the

Merit Namaste Rose reacts to winning.

Jillian Moore of Forreston Jr./Sr. High School

Raegan Pfoutz of Oregon Elementary School

Knox Chestnut of Polo’s Centennial Grade School

Ashley Potter of Byron Middle School

Wadsworth said he has been in contact with Keesey, who is still alive in the spelling bee competitions there.

She has won her school’s bee and the district level competition and is one of 300 contestants competing in the statewide elimination rounds.

The national spelling bee will be at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, during the week after the Memorial Day holiday. The finals are June 2.

The Lee-Ogle-Whiteside County Regional Spelling Bee is sponsored by the Regional Office of Education 47, First National Bank in Amboy and Shaw Media, publisher of the Sterling Gazette, Dixon Telegraph, Forreston Journal, Tri-County Press, Oregon Republican Reporter and Mt. Morris Times.

All students in the competition received a school champion medal and lapel pin.

(Photos by Alex T. Paschal/ apaschal@shawmedia.com)

Ukrainian people. We have no ill will toward the people of Dikson, in the Krasnoyarsk Territory of Russia, but deeply condemn the actions of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Additionally, the Sister City flags of Herzberg, Germany; Castlebar, Ireland; and Thika, Kenya will be temporarily taken down and replaced with the Ukrainian flag as a sign of unity.”

COUNTY FINANCES

By ALEXA ZOELLNER

azoellner@shawmedia.com OREGON – Adding plexiglass dividers, replacing water fountains with bottle fillers and implementing various technological updates are among the ways Ogle County officials are spending roughly $4.9 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds.

“We wanted to concentrate on what needed to be upgraded so that we met compliance for mitigation strategies,” Ogle County Board Vice Chairperson Pat Nordman said. “What we found is that we have older buildings, obviously, and we didn’t have the mitigation strategies at all.”

Even changing out the water fountains and putting up plexiglass was costly, said Nordman, who oversees much of the ARPA allocation process in Ogle County. Another large cost came in cleaning supplies.

“That [cleaning supplies] was a big piece of it,” Nordman said. “You wouldn’t think it, but it was.”

The funds for these projects came from the American Rescue Plan Act, which was signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 11, 2021.

ARPA is a $1.9 trillion package that offers “fast and direct economic assistance for American workers, families, small businesses and industries,” according to the U.S. Department of the Treasury website.

One program ARPA supports is the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds program, which delivered $350 billion to state, local and tribal governments. Of that, $65.1 billion was designated for counties.

The amount each county gets is based on its share of the U.S. population, according to a National Association of Counties March 2021 legislative analysis of ARPA. Ogle County has received $4,918,404.50 in ARPA monies thus far.

It’s half of the $9,836,809 total allocated to the county; the second tranche will be delivered around May. “With the first tranche, we looked at every department and what they needed,” Nordman said.

No department was allotted a specific dollar amount, she said. They put the money where it was needed, making sure every department got a piece, Nordman said.

“We were trying to think about, ‘How can we improve on things and make it a healthier environment?’ ’’ she said.

When the second tranche arrives, a portion of it is going to be allocated to the community and community organizations impacted by COVID-19,

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In August, Ogle County Board members approved spending $480,917 on election equipment. The funds came from the $4.9 million the county has thus far received via the American Rescue Plan Act. The new equipment is locked up in the historic Ogle County Courthouse.

Nordman said. They aren’t yet sure how much will be set aside, or how it will be distributed, she said.

In January, the Treasury Department released a final ruling on how ARPA funds can be spent. The rule allows up to $10 million to be claimed as lost revenue.

It’s something Ogle County plans to take advantage of, Nordman said.

County board members will declare the funds lost revenue closer to when the second tranche arrives, she said.

“The nice thing is that, since it’s broadened, it gives us more flexibility,” Nordman said.

The Ogle County Board has allocated a majority of the $4.9 million the county already has gotten. The allocations and when they were approved are as follows: In August – $2,748,610.66 County clerk, election equipment, $480,917; Coroner, coolers, $14,172; IT, various projects, $1,941,149.13; Pines Annex, various projects, $177,780; Focus House youth home, $134,592.53.

October – $102,418.45 Regional Office of Education, $25,334; Animal Control, $4,506.48; IT, phone systems, $34,059.12; IT, computers, $36,000.

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LOCAL HISTORY

Effort to begin getting to know the Barber family begins

D

uring 2021, questions were asked about Barber’s Park.

When did it become such a big part of Polo and what all went on at this rather large area?

Also, is any of the Barber family left and how many of them lived in Polo?

So Linda tackled the big box under the table at the museum that was full of Barber history.

Would any information in the box tell of Barber’s Park?

Two big binders have been put together by Linda with one being “Meet the Barber Family” and the other, “C. R. Barber’s Driving Park.”

The Driving Park has two other names and they are “Barber’s Park” and “Barber’s Grove.”

As we get ready for our program March 9 given by Kevin Smoot, we need to have some background information and we will start with getting to know the Barber family.

Joseph Sr. and Mary Kent Barber started out in Maine in 1710 or 1711.

They had four children: Joseph, Lydia, Susanna and Thomas. Joseph Sr. had

POLO HISTORY Betty Obendorf the occupation of carpenter and corset maker. I thought that was quite a combination.

Son Thomas served in the American Revolution and ended up with 300 aces of wild land. There seemed to be many wives, children, divorces and scandals. It was hard to keep all straight.

Then I saw where Thomas Jr., who was married four times, had these children: Relief Rand Barber, Lemuel Newton Barber, Chanceford R. Barber and Mercy Rozella Barber . These children were connected to Polo. There were other children but I was not familiar with their names.

Lemuel Newton Barber, also known as L. N. Barber, and Chanceford R. Barber had come west to Buffalo

Grove and opened a store. At some point they went back east and brought back with them their sister, Rozella Barber.

Relief Rand Barber was the oldest girl and she had to take care of the younger children when her mother died. When her duties were finished, she came to Polo and lived with her brother Chanceford. As a small boy, he had told his sister that someday he would build a big house and take care of his sister. Relief Rand Barber was also involved in creating a library for Polo. So the red brick house that is still standing is where Relief Rand Barber ended up living in Polo.

A grandson of Joseph Barber Sr. went to Marengo, Illinois. There were several Barbers who went with the 15th Regiment in the Civil War and they would have been from that twig of the family tree. Rozella remembered going to Marengo and visiting with that branch of the family.

The Barber brothers were in business in Buffalo Grove for 12 years and then they moved to Polo in 1855.

Chanceford R. Barber became a banker and L. N. Barber continued to be a merchant. They were both interested in doing things for Polo.

Chanceford became interested in buying land, raising livestock and owning farms. He built a big barn and had an orchard and many trees. This beautiful spot became Barber’s Park, Barber’s Grove and even Barber’s Driving Park since he had many horses. There was a race track and horse races. For a long time you could see the oval of the track along Eagle Point Road.

It was the site for picnics, reunions and baseball games. This is the site where Smoot has been uncovering treasures hidden many years in the ground.

Come to the Polo Historical Society program on March 9 to see what Smoot has to show us. It is 7 p.m. on that Wednesday evening.

• Betty Obendorf is a retired teacher and a volunteer for the Polo Historical Society.

SPECIAL EVENT

Smoot to be speaker at Polo Historical Society meeting Visitors to the Polo Historical Society on Wednesday, March 9, have a chance to learn all about “dirt fishing,” aka metal detecting.

Kevin Smoot has been metal detecting for treasures in Barber’s Park.

“He had a small bell at our Christmas meeting, which was very interesting,” said Betty Obendorf, the museum’s volunteer curator.

Smoot has been metal detecting in the Sauk Valley more than five years with a special focus on the Polo area. He will show an assortment of items he has found, from coins to sleigh bells. He also will demonstrate how the equipment works and explain the range of the equipment’s

findings.

His metal detecting and research partner, Jesse, will join him so you will be able hear about his experiences, too. Both are members of the Illinois and Iowa Treasure Hunters and Metal Detecting Club.

Metal detecting isn’t just about finding silver and gold. The real treasure is the history discovered through research and the lost items recovered.

There will be a question and answer period following the program along with refreshments.

The Polo Historical Society and Museum is located in the old Tri-County Press newspaper office at 113 N. Franklin St. in Polo.

Kevin Smoot will present a program on metal detecting at the Polo Historical Society’s March 9 meeting. He has been metal detecting for treasures in Barber’s Park.

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BRIEFS Polo Chamber to host Business After Hours on March 17

Contact the Polo Chamber of Commerce for additional information.

The Polo Chamber of Commerce will host its first Business After Hours event in nearly two years.

The event is Thursday, March 17, at The Polo Room between 5 and 8 p.m. for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration with live music featuring Catfish Bernie and refreshments.

Polo Senior Center March events Exercise: Every Tuesdays at 9 and 10:15 a.m. and Thursdays at 11 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.

Mexican Train: Thursdays from 1-3 p.m.

Birthday Bingo: March 11, 10 a.m.

March 14 through March 18: Luck of the

Irish Week - Drawing for a prize, stop in to enter.

Golden Adventures Club: Meeting at White Pines Lodge on March 14 at 9 a.m.

March 16: 11 a.m. Movie and Popcorn “ PS I LOVE YOU” March 18: PASS MEAL - Corn Beef and Cabbage, Speaker Peggy Dody - Eastern Bluebirds Drawing for winner of Luck of Irish Drawing

March 23: Craft Class, Acrylic on Canvas, No artistic talent needed, $6 per person.

Class taught by Pat Kuhn March 25: Game day 11:00 - Learn Mahjong with Bonnie March 27: Sunday, Music and Brunch 12:00pm - Mountain Grass & Friends Band Please sign up for events at the center or call 815-946-3818.

SPECIAL EVENT

• ARPA Funds

November – $229,817.74 Probation, anti-fatigue mats, $2,032.18; Maintenance, bottle fillers, $38,628; Maintenance, carpet cleaning, $12,039; Maintenance, touchless doors, not to exceed $5,000; Sheriff, vehicle, not to exceed $41,000; Sheriff, telescopic forklift, not to exceed $37,000; Health, environmental software, $54,000 over the next three years; Health, PAPR air purifying respirator system, $9,075.24; Health, wall and counter tops, $600; Health, various supplies, $30,443.32.

December – $198,806.11 Sheriff, vehicle, $27,3888; Focus House, flooring, $1,924.50; Focus House, plumbing and heating, $4,843.65; Building and Grounds, water softener, $5,699; Long Range Planning, solar rooftop for Ogle County jail, not to exceed $155,000; Long Range Planning, Ogle County jail solar application and collateral, $3,950.96.

January – $86,395 Sheriff, excavator rental, $395; IT, computers and monitors, not to exceed $82,000; Pines Annex, flooring and cleaning, not to exceed $4,000.

February – $50,470.17

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In November, Ogle County Board members approved spending $38,628 on bottle fillers to replace water fountains in county facilities. The funds came from the $4.9 million the county has thus far received via the American Rescue Plan Act.

State’s attorney, victim impact room furnishings, $1,335.01; Focus House, refrigeration units, not to exceed $6,000; Sheriff, Bobcat skid loader, $10,721; Sheriff, Ogle County Judicial Center door repairs, not to exceed $8,000; Pines Annex, floor cleaning machine, $4,000; Health Department, various supplies, $1,478.38; Coroner, cooler installation, $18,935.78.

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OREGON – Serenity Home and Hospice will host its first Art Dash Fundraiser at Cork and Tap, 305 W. Washington St., Oregon, on Wednesday, April 6 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Tickets are divided into two categories, “Dasher” which cost $100 and “Spectator” which cost $50.

The fundraiser will feature 50 local artists from throughout the nine counties that are serviced by Serenity, all of whom have donated original artwork worth at least $100.

After the “Art Preview,” three attendees who have purchased “Dasher” tickets will be randomly selected to dash for an art piece of their choosing. Every “Dasher” will have the opportunity to go home with an art piece.

“Spectators” will not have the opportunity to “Dash” for art. Both “Dashers” and “Spectators” will be able to enjoy live music, light bites, view the art and mingle with many of the artists.

Funds raised will be used to help continue to provide care and free, ongoing bereavement services.

Tickets can be purchased at https://serenityhospiceandhome. org/purchase-art-dash-tickets. For more information about the event, feel free to call 815-973-2050.

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Ice boxes the norm before the age of refrigerators

By OTTO DICK

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remember the refrigerator in my folk’s home around 1940. The refrigerant unit was a globe shaped unit located on top of the refrigerator.

This was given to my parents for being the first customer of electricity on their farm. Electricity was first supplied to cities and communities before it became available to farm areas.

Before refrigerators, common kitchen appliances were ice boxes. Ice boxes were a compact nonmechanical refrigerator.

They were lined with tin or zinc and insulated with cork, sawdust, straw or seaweed.

Lester Myers owned and operated the Oregon Ice House located on the west side of Rock River. Ice houses were buildings used to store ice throughout the year. Ice was cut from a channel of water starting at the dam up to where Black Hawk Statue is located.

There would be 50 to 75 men and horses out on the ice. The ice would be 15 to 18 inches thick and was cut into pieces 2 feet long and 18 inches wide. A one man saw, 6 feet long, was used to cut the ice. Sleds loaded with ice were pulled by two horses to the ice house.

Homeowners would hang a sign on their screen door so the ice man would know how much ice they needed. If they needed 50 pounds of ice, they hung the sign with the 50 on top.

Later, the Oregon locker plant was where the Super Value parking lot is now located. Each person had their own locker.

Two of the first home refrigerators were General Electric in 1911 and Frigidaire in 1915. These two types of refrigerators were driven by belts attached to motors located in the base-

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Two women deliver ice during World War II. Lester Myers’ ice house was located on the west side of the Rock River.

This ice box is on display at the Ogle County Historical Society. ment or adjoining room. In the 1950s, advanced technology brought automatic defrost and automatic ice makers.

Come see an ice box and the ice man sign at the Ogle County Historical Society’s museum in Oregon at the corner of Franklin and North Sixth

SPECIAL EVENT Oregon in 1945 to be the topic at Oregon’s “Those Were the Days”

“Those Were the Days” will resume 2022 sessions beginning on March 26 at 10 a.m. at the Oregon Depot Museum.

The program goes back to “Those Days,” so how about 1945 in downtown Oregon?

“Dick Feibel, a lifelong friend of mine, grew up at 208 N. Fifth St., next door to what was then the Farrell Funeral Home,” organizer Chris Martin said. “As a grammar school boy after school and often on the weekends, he would head downtown and just hang out at the retail stores. He knew all of the merchants and most of their employees. In fact, as a young teenager he worked for several of these merchants.

“So, be a part of this downtown experience. We hope that you will join us at the Oregon Depot Museum for “A Walk Through Downtown Oregon in 1945.”

“Dick has a fabulous memory, maybe even in Technicolor!”

Martin said.

Most of Feibel’s working years were with Sears, managing several departments at their regional shopping mecca on North Main Street in Rockford.

“Dick later shared his Sears experience with several Sears operations in California. This is a story of its own!” Martin said, For information on the “Those Were the Days” programs, call Otto Dick 815-440-0639, Roger Cain at 815-757-9715 or Martin at 815-742-8471.

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• Otto Dick is a retired teacher and has researched Ogle County history for several years.

IN THE CLASSROOM

OREGON – Oregon High School Spanish teacher Kimberly Radostits has been nominated as a finalist for this year’s Illinois Teacher of the Year award.

The OHS staff planned a surprise announcement in Radostits’ classroom. Several former students came or sent videos congratulating her.

The OHS staff got her balloons, flowers and a cake.

Also present were School Board President Bryan Wills, OHS Superintendent Tom Mahoney, as well as Regional Superintendent Chris Tennyson.

Radostits is one of the 10 Regional Teachers of the Year and will be competing for the Illinois State Teacher of the Year later this spring. The annual Teacher of the Year program honors incredible classroom educators who have made lasting impacts on the students, families and fellow educators in their school communities.

Radostits began impacting students’ lives at OHS as a teacher in 2007. She achieved National Board Certification in 2011. From this, she has had the opportunity to write articles, present at conferences, provide professional development on technology to her colleagues, write curriculum, design courses, take her students abroad and help plan numerous school events.

In addition to teaching, she has been one of the facilitators of Oregon’s award-winning Hawks Take Flight program and New Teacher Academy. Additionally, she is one of the moderators of an online professional network for Spanish Teachers with

Kimberly Radostits (right) is a finalist for this year’s Illinois Teacher of the Year award. She was surprised by OHS Principal Heidi Deininger (left) during one of her classes.

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more than 13,000 members. Her students affectionately call her Ms. Rad out of appreciation.

“Ms. Rad is always asking how she can help with school problems and even issues at home,” said OHS freshman, Christian Selden-Rodriguez, who sent the letter nominating Ms. Radostits. “No matter who you are, Ms. Rad will care for you. She is always looking for ways to improve the lives of her students and her teaching methods.”

Following is Selden-Rodriguez’s letter: To Whom it May Concern; My name is Christian Selden-Rodriguez. I am a freshman at Oregon High School in Oregon, IL. I am writing this letter of recommendation for one of the best teachers ever, Ms. Radostits (or Ms. Rad, as we all call her).

You can almost always tell the reason why a teacher is teaching. Some teachers come off as not engaged with their students and do not seem to love their job. Some teachers choose their profession

because of their love of the subject they teach. Others love to help kids in need, Ms. Rad teaches for both of those things with the most passion I have ever seen. She steps into the room with an aura of love and fun every single day. I have not felt like I am safe and cared for by a teacher like this ever in my entire school career.

Ms. Rad is always asking how she can help with school problems and even issues at home. No matter who you are, Ms. Rad will care for you. She is always looking for ways to improve the lives of her students and her teaching methods. There is never a dull moment in her classroom. You can tell that she looks forward to coming to school every day. 100% of the time she has her students engaged in the topic at hand. Not only is she good at keeping us paying attention, but she also teaches in a very digestible manner and no kid is left behind in her class.

Ms. Rad shows nothing but love and respect to everyone in her class, no matter what background you have. You always hear her name being brought up when it comes to teachers who are amazing and helpful. School has never been a safe place until she became my teacher.

I know that I can come to her whenever I need help with anything. It is easy to tell that she truly loves teaching; there is really never a moment where she is not up and ready to go. She treats every student as if they were her own. She is also the teacher that is so approachable. This is why I think Ms. Rad is the best teacher.

SPRING FEVER? Home Show 2022 Saturday, March 12 10am - 5pm Attend the Sauk Valley Spring Spruce Up Event of the Season!

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Ogle Democrats donate to pantries For the second consecutive year, the Ogle County Democratic Central Committee has taken holiday party contributions and turned them into a donation to benefit eight area food pantries.

Each food pantry received a donation of $100. The food pantries that received donations were Polo Lifeline Food Pantry in Polo, Rochelle Christian Food Pantry in Rochelle, Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry in Mt. Morris, New Life Community Center in Forreston, People Helping People in Byron, Immanuel Lutheran Good Samaritan in Lindenwood, Lifeline Food Pantry in Oregon, and Bread of Life Food Pantry in Stillman Valley.

For more information about the Ogle County Democrats, visit Oglecountydems. org.

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David Donald, treasurer of the Ogle County Democrats, presents Kathy Wragg, director of the Polo Lifeline Food Pantry, a check for $100.

OREGON LIBRARY Oregon Public Library Procedures Masks are required upon entering the Library. Hand sanitizing is requested. Please call 815-732- 2724 for any questions. Holds can be placed online through the catalog, or over the phone with library staff, or through our the mobile App - PrairieCat Mobile. Remember to check our Facebook posts or the local papers for new releases!

Library Book Clubs The 2WBC Book Club meets Wednesday, March 9 at 12:30 p.m. to discuss Echo Wife by Sarah Gailey.

The Afternoon Book Club meets Wednesday, March 16 at 1 p.m. to discuss The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne Cronin.

Books On Tap will meet Thursday, March 24 at 6 p.m. at Cork N Tap to discuss Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

Preschool StoryTime - (18 months- 5 years) StoryTime now meets on Mondays at 9:30 am.

Registration and masks are required.

Yoga on Mondays - 9:30 a.m. Krystal Casey will be teaching a Monday morning yoga class at the library. We are all human; we are all part of something greater; we are all connected. Her personal mission is to inspire a spirit of oneness, acceptance, love, and peace among the community and empower all Americans to live their dream lives, every day. Registration is required, 815-732-2724. Space is limited.

Sensory Strategies for the Classroom – March 9 at 6 p.m. - Either In-Person or via ZOOM - Join us for this informative session as we discuss and explore considerations for supporting students with sensory issues in the classroom. Often, the environment presents challenges and opportunities that we need to evaluate and modify to meet the students every changing needs. We dive in deep to address those modifications, accommodations and share many strategies for success for all students.

Check Family Matters website at www.fmptic.org.

soon to get a link to register. This program is in collaboration with Easter Seals, Family Matters, and Florissa. If you are unable to participate in ZOOM, please contact the library at 815-732-2724 and accommodations can be made for viewing in the library.

POW Camps in Illinois – Thursday, March 10 at 1 p.m.

Nearly 400,000 prisoners were shipped to the United States and detained in camps across the country. There were 175 Base camps in the U.S. Twenty-one of these camps were in Illinois. One of the Base Camps was Camp Grant in Rockford. A Branch Camp was in Lanark, IL which was under Grant. Join us as we learn more about these camps from Carol Chandler. Registration required, 815-732-2724 or visit www.oregonpubliclibrary.com.

St. Patricks Day TRIVIA - 12:30 p.m. at Rock River Center - Test your knowledge of sports, history, movies and much more. Come alone, bring your friends and make a team of 4, or join a team when you arrive. Registration required, call 815-732-2724. Contact the Rock River Center to have lunch before trivia at 815-732-3252, by 10:30 a.m. on March 14, limited seating.

Puzzle Library - The library now has a free puzzle library. Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle. This is open to anyone in the community.

Book Review: Everything Everything by Nicola Yoon Reviewed by Emma, Grade 9 - “ I would recommend this book to others. It’s a great book. It makes the reader reflect on their own life to a point. It makes you put yourself in her shoes…And is just overall a great read. 5 stars!”

Oregon Public Library StoryWalk® StoryWalk® was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont in 2007, and developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition and the Kellogg Hubbard Library. Current story is Jamie O’Rourke and the Big Potato by Tomie DePaola.

Special Procedures - Masks are required in the library for everyone over the age of two. Polo Library’s programs and services are for everyone. If you require an access service to fully participate or have any questions about accessibility, please contact Ellen Finfrock at 815-946-2713.

Library Services - Converting VHS to DVD - With VHS and other videotape formats disappearing fast now is the perfect time to preserve your videos and other important memories. This new service will allow us to convert your videotapes to DVD for you.

For $5 per tape library staff will convert your memories to a more manageable format. Tapes may be dropped off during regular library hours.

Explore More Illinois allows Polo Library cardholders to reserve free and discounted admission, parking, and gift store purchases from cultural attractions in Illinois, including museums, cultural centers, zoos, aquariums, gardens, historical societies, park districts, and more. Go to https://exploremoreillinois.org/ or call the library for more information.

Tax season is upon us and forms and instructions have arrived. If you need a form other than 1040 library staff will be happy to print it for you at no cost. If we print multiple forms for you a donation is appreciated. Public computers are available for doing your own taxes but keep in mind you will need a current email address to file online.

Adult Programs - Friday Book Discussion Group will meet on March 11 to discuss The Women’s March by Jennifer Chiaverini.

Monday Afternoon Book Club is reading Once and Future Witches

by Alix Harrow and will meet on March 28. These programs are open to anyone who is interested, no registration required. Stop in to pick up a copy and join us!

Genealogy Assistance - Are you interested in researching your ancestors but don’t know where to start? Do you have a start and need help with your research? Stop by the first Wednesday 5-7 p.m. or the third Saturday 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and let Donna help with your project. Polo Library is now a FamilySearch Affiliate Library which allows access to more digital records when you’re researching at the library.

Jigsaw Puzzle Swap - Are you bored with the same old puzzles you have at home? Bring your gently used puzzles to the library and leave with new-to-you puzzles. Each puzzle to swap must: be primarily at least 500 pieces, be complete, no missing pieces; be placed in a zip-lock bag within its container; include an image of the completed puzzle - picture on box, poster or photo. Please bring donated puzzles to the circulation desk. Don’t have a puzzle to swap? Come pick one out and swap it back when you’ve finished with it. Jigsaw Puzzle Swap is located in the display cabinet in the Congress Street foyer.

Children’s Programs - Storytime Saturdays are in person at the library on March 12 and 26 at 10:30 a.m., come join Ms. Melanie for a story, a craft, and other hands-on activities.

Children’s Library Area Open House - March 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Kicking off in April - Spring Reading Program “Bloom into Reading”. This program will run April 9th to May 21st.

March is Women’s History Month - Be on the lookout in our children’s library area for book displays of remarkable women and their contributions to our society, culture, and history that lives on through their countless efforts.

New Books in March Steal by James Patterson Death of a Green-eyed Monster by M.C. Beaton Diablo Mesa by Douglas Preston The Paradox Hotel by Rob Hart The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley

Members of the Oregon Woman’s Club recently heard a presentation by Sara Morris, the new administrator of Pegasus Special Riders – a therapeutic horseback riding facility located south east of Oregon.

Club members learned that therapeutic horsemanship develops a special relationship between the riders, the horses and the instructors that helps people of varying abilities to engage to promote his or her confidence and self-esteem, and help improve posture, balance, hand-eye coordination and muscle tone.

“The lessons and riding experiences are also useful for relaxing muscles, increasing joint mobility, and developing concentration, coordination, concentration and self-discipline,” Morris said. “Our programs are open to both children and adults who are physically, mentally and/or emotionally challenged. The weekly lessons include both riding and the care of the horses, which helps develop the bond between the rider and the horse.”

Pegasus’ horses are specially trained to work with the special-needs riders. “The horses are ‘bomb proof’” Morris said. “That is they are chosen for their calm, gentle temperaments and are trained not to startle easily or to be upset by loud noises or unusual situations.”

Pegasus Special Riders is a nonprofit organization funded solely through contributions, and staff are all volunteers. “We need volunteers for everything from barn chores, working with clients on riding lessons, fundraising events, newsletter prepara-

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Oregon Woman’s Club treasurer Sandi Brubaker presents Pegasus Special Riders administrator Sara Morris with a $200 check to support the therapeutic horse-riding program, while OWC members look on. Members present for the presentation were (front row): Fran Strouse, Valdean Fletcher, Marge Wilhelm, Sharon Lung and Jan Larson. Middle row: Audrey Taylor, Rosemary Underwood, Pegasus Administrator Sara Morris and OWC Treasurer Sandi Brubaker. Back row: Maja Shoemaker, Krista Young, Joyce Dixon, Jan Steward and Sandi Chasm. tion and all the other functions that keep us going,” Morris said.

The facility is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Check the website at www.pegasusspecialriders.org for more information about special events, including a golf outing at Prairieview Golf Course on June 20 and a picnic and open house on July 23.

The Pegasus barns and riding facility are located at 6668 South Carthage Road (just off Daysville Road) in Oregon. They are open from April 19 through October/November, depending on the weather.

Pegasus Special Riders is just one of the community organizations that the Oregon Woman’s Club supports throughout the county.

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Waste reduction, recycling grants available

Waste Reduction/Recycling Grants for 2022 are available to Ogle County businesses, schools, churches and nonprofit groups wanting to establish or improve on waste reduction and recycling programs and services.

The grants are up to $2,000, and funds are limited, so they will be awarded on a competitive basis in amounts from $100 to $2,000 in three rounds or until funds are depleted.

The matching fund grant pays 80% of the total project cost up to $2,000, and the applicant must provide a minimum 20% match of the total project cost. Example: Total project cost – $2,500; grant amount $2,000; applicant matching amount $500.

The deadline for submittal of applications

for the first round of grants is 4 p.m.

Thursday, April 7.

The application for the grants is simple and flexible. Businesses could use grant funds to help purchase waste reduction and recycling materials and equipment such as collection bins, carts, balers and storage containers.

Equipment needed to switch from disposable packaging to reusable packaging for products and supplies also could be considered. Businesses are encouraged to consider projects to reduce food waste or implement food waste recycling programs.

Waste hauling companies could use grant funds to improve the quantity and quality of materials collected in their curbside recycling collection programs. This could be done through promotional efforts, instructional stickers for carts and bins, direct mail and other educational efforts.

Schools may seek funds for special

projects that will further a student’s understanding of how to reduce the amount of trash sent to the landfill.

The requests may be for materials and equipment, such as recycling bins/carts, videos, books, worm (vermicomposting) bins, composters, or other waste reduction or recycling equipment.

Municipalities seeking to improve commercial, curbside or multifamily recycling programs are encouraged to apply.

Grant applications for equipment and materials needed to improve electronics recycling options in Ogle County are also encouraged since most electronics have been banned from landfills since 2012.

For information, contact the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department at 815-732-4020, solidwaste@oglecounty.org, or visit www.oglecounty.org to download the application.

could whether that meant driving a tractor or a truck, running for parts, working auctions, or just simply going out for breakfast. His proudest achievement was driving train for Bocker Ruff Grain - something he never dreamed possible. The only thing he loved more than any of this was his family. He was always so proud of his kids and his eyes lit up every time any of his grandchildren entered the room. He never met a stranger, and his laugh will be missed by all.

Survivors include his wife, Joy; daughter Melissa (Derick) Newton of Rock Falls; son Scott (Ellie) Roberts of Polo; sisters Linda (Rick Sarver) Powell of Dixon and Cindy (Elmer) Stauffer of Polo; 4 grandchildren, Parker and Trevor Newton, and Ava and Carly Roberts.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Kenny, in infancy.

A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, April 9 at Barnacopia from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Larry will be laid to rest at Fairmount Cemetery in Polo.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in his name.

Visit www.polofamilyfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

SHARICE LYNN GHIBELLINI

Performing Arts Guild scholarship applications available

Scholarship applications for Performing Arts Guild are now available at the Oregon High school guidance office or can be downloaded from the website at www. performingartsguild.com.

These scholarships are limited to individuals living in Mt. Morris and Oregon or attending Oregon School District 220.

Applications are open to anyone interested in studying the arts. This includes, but is not limited to, performing, directing, teaching drama, music, visual arts, technical crafts, set design, etc.

The deadline for applications is April 4.

Scholarships will be awarded May 18, during the OHS Honors Night Assembly.

OBITUARIES LARRY W. ROBERTS

Born: June 1, 1949 in Dixon, IL Died: February 23, 2022 in Polo, IL Larry W. Roberts, 72, of Polo, passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at his home.

Larry was born June 1, 1949, in Dixon, IL. He was the son of George and Virginia Roberts. Larry married his high school sweetheart Joy Scott on February 12, 1972, in Polo marking 50 years of marriage this year. Larry cherished spending time on the farm from feeding cattle with his dad as a child to raising hogs and grain in his married years. He enjoyed reminiscing about his years driving truck out west and hauling cattle and grain.

After retirement he always enjoyed taking his morning stroll around town, “Arlyn’s Route,” and talking with friends, whether it be in their shop or his own. Larry was blessed with many cherished friendships over the years and would always help them anyway he

PEGGY OELKE

Born: September 2, 1962 in Oregon, IL Died: February 19, 2022 in Oregon, IL Peggy Oelke, age 59, died Saturday, February 19, 2022 at her home in Oregon. She was born September 2, 1962 in Oregon, the daughter of Calvin and Grace Oelke.

Peggy graduated from Oregon High School.

She was employed as a CNA at Oregon Healthcare center and Pinecrest Community prior to her illness.

She was predeceased by her parents.

She is survived by her brother, Don Oelke

She is survived by her brother, Don Oelke (Lisa) of Oregon; sisters, Pam Black of Oregon and Pat Ingram of Byron; nieces and nephews, Carissa Oelke, Jennifer Ingram and Amy Ingram; and nephew, David Leonardy and Jason and Clint Ingram. She also has 5 great-nieces and great-nephews. She is also survived by her special friend, Charlotte Oakley; and by her 3 cats, Precious, Princess and Patch.

Cremation rites were performed by Stateline Cremation.

A celebration of life will be held at the Oregon VFW on Saturday, March 5th from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Ghibellini, Mt. Morris, IL; son: Joseph (Missy) Ghibellini, Mt. Morris, IL; step mother: Ursela Born: February 16, 1943 in Peru, IL Williams, Oglesby, IL; grandchildren: Kennedy Died: March 1, 2022 in Oregon, IL (Tyler) Ghibellini-Burkhart ,Oregon, IL; John Ghibellini, Mt. Morris, IL; Jacob Osborne, Salt MT. MORRIS, IL – Sharice Lynn Ghibellini, Lake City, UT,and Danielle (Jacob) Miller, Saratoga, WY; great grandchildren: Barrett age 79, passed away andOden Miller; brother in law: Gary (Chris) on Tuesday, March 1, Krejsa, Marina, CA; sister in law:Connie Ghi2022 in Serenity Hospice & Home, Oregon, bellini, Charleston, IL; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

IL with her family by Shari is preceded in death by her parents; her side. Shari was son: John Ghibellini; and grandparents: born on February 16, 1943 in Peru, IL, the daughter of George & Lucille (Borneman) Wil- Oscar (Helen) Borneman and Ray (Sara Jane) liams. She married Mike Ghibellini on July 13, Williams.

1963 in the First Lutheran Church,Granville, IL. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. in Finch Funeral Shari owned and operated Smart Wear Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt. Morris, IL with Rev. Dress Shop in Mt. Morris, before she worked Steven Erickson officiating. Burial will be for Plum Electric & Kable News Company, held in Plainview Cemetery, Mt. Morris, IL. where she retired. She treasured her boys Visitation will be held on Saturday March 5, and her grandchildren more than any2022 from 10:00 A.M. until service time in thing. Shari enjoyed golfing, gardening, Finch Funeral Home. and coloring. She was a tenacious player of In lieu of flowers, memorials to Sunset Golf Aggravation and Scrabble games. Shari was Club and/or Serenity Hospice & Home. a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. The family would like to thank the staff Morris, IL and the Red Hat Society. ofSerenity Hospice & Home for their loving Shari is survived by her husband: Mike and comforting care.

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The Church of Jesus Christ Forever children presented a check for $3,700 to the Lifeline Self Help and Food Pantry of Oregon.

“Knowing how blessed they have been to not only grow up in households where the love of God runs strong, but also to have warm clothes on their backs, roofs over their heads and full bellies, the children of The Church of Jesus Christ Forever are reminded and encouraged to give to those less fortunate. With that, they presented to Lifeline of Oregon a check for $3,700,” said Dr. Joy Ryland, formerly of Oregon.

“In an age where it’s ‘all about me,’ we are trying to teach our children the respectability and goodness of giving,” Ryland said. “We are hopeful that this contribution awakens in them the reality of loving your neighbor, especially those less fortunate.”

It is more blessed to give than to receive.”

Dr. Ryland of Monroe, Wisconsin, has seen those less fortunate in her practice and works to find affordable options for those patients.

“The Greatest Giver healed the sick and fed the hungry. We want similar learning for our children. What better way to remind them of the love of Jesus Christ than to give to such a need. May we all remember those less fortunate,” she said.

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14 SPORTS

Strong Hawk softball offseason poises team to soar

By NATE ROGERS OHS Softball Coach

The Oregon Hawks softball team looks to build on a strong 2021 season that ended in the sectional championship game at Oregon Park West.

T h e H a w k s br i n g ba c k s e v e n all-conference players including seniors Bella Koertner, Jesse Suter, Mia Trampel and Lena Trampel.

Junior all-conference players Ava Hackman, Liz Mois and Reilee Suter will help form a core of returners.

The Hawks celebrate after an upset win over second-ranked Richmond-Burton in the sectional semifinals in June of the 2021 season.

One of the staples of a great program is the offseason work a team puts in. OHS softball had players on travel teams competing in softball tournaments all across the country. Incom-

ing freshmen Ella Dannhorn (Midwest Aftershock), Abree Barker (Express), and Emma Molnar-Schlictmann (Thunderstix) have played plenty of tournaments around the state.

Dannhorn is a speedy utility player and Molnar-Schlictmann is a pitcher and power hitter. Barker is a fast lefty with a great glove. All three look to push for varsity time as underclassmen.

Sophomores Gracen Pitts, Haleigh Burkhart, Abi Fletcher and Olivia Paul participated in many summer and fall tournaments for Avalanche Fastpitch. Sarah Stevens played last summer for Illinois Gold and this fall for Express.

They all have definitely gained valuable experience in growing their softball skills in preparation for a successful high school season.

Juniors Abi Rogers, Laila Anderson, Reilee Suter and Liz Mois played

on their Avalanche team coached by OHS coach Nate Rogers. The highlight of their summer season was winning the Avalanche 4th of July Tourney and then placing third at a huge USSSA Nationals Tournament in Iowa. Anderson, Suter and Mois all gained MVP honors at Nationals for some key plays during the tourney.

Even multi-sport athletes Kate Bowers and Ava Hackman managed to find time and play valuable summer and fall games for the Avalanche organization. Hackman hit a game-winning walk-off home run for her team this past fall season.

Bowers, showing off her speed, helped Avalanche secure a walk-off win by scoring on a sliding play at the plate at the Beloit tournament.

Oregon Hawks Mia Trampel, Lena Trampel, Abi Rogers, Abi Fletcher, Jess Suter, Haleigh Burkhart and

Reilee Suter, playing for Avalanche 16U, won the six-team 4th of July Tourney in Mt. Morris last summer.

Finally, the senior leadership of this group in the offseason will definitely shine through during the Hawks’ 2022 spring campaign. Mia and Lena Trampel helped lead an Avalanche team to a tournament championship in July. They followed that up with great tournament showings this fall as well.

Bella Koertner played all summer for her dad Brian’s Avalanche team and they ended with a second-place finish in a very good Beloit tournament. Bella also subbed in for the previously mentioned third-place National team and played fantastic.

Finally, Jess Suter worked hard this summer and fall playing as much

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SPORTS COLUMN

It was an exciting week of postseason action W

ith all the excitement associated with postseason sports, I still feel sorry for the high schoolers that missed out on it last year.

There were packed gyms at boys basketball regionals, the upcoming girls state basketball finals and a major upset in dual team wrestling.

For the record, it was two years ago that boys basketball was shut down right before the 1A/2A state finals were to begin. At least wrestling and girls basketball completed their seasons in 2020.

Probably the most excitement coming from a gym last week was at Lanark, where two overtime thrillers were played on the same night.

Freeport Aquin upset the No. 3 team in the state, Fulton, 59-56. Immediately afterward and by a near identical score, it was Sterling Newman edging Eastland 58-57.

Listening to Don Werntz describe the action on radio, I felt like I was right there among the packed crowd in the gym for both games. Let’s hope our politicians never take this kind of fun away again.

In another emotional powder keg, it was East Dubuque taking the No. 1 team in 1A, Scales Mound, to overtime at a jam-packed Scales Mound gymnasium.

A sports expression often heard is how hard it is to beat a team three

GUEST VIEW Andy Colbert times in one season.

Scales Mound already had done that to East Dubuque. I do not know what the expression is for the fourth time two teams play, but the odds must increase on the loser eventually winning.

That’s what almost happened, but Scales Mound prevailed in the end and its dream of a state final appearance is still alive.

In 2A, there was another upset, as Stillman Valley beat Winnebago at the Oregon Regional. Remember how big of a deal it was when Oregon beat Winnebago a few years ago for the first time in decades?

That’s what it must have been like at the Blackhawk Center for a program such as Stillman, which rarely has a winning season and is known more as a football school.

Byron almost pulled another upset at Oregon. In the closing seconds, the Tigers had the ball and a chance to defeat No. 1 seed Eureka, but couldn’t get a shot to drop.

I wonder if there is a COVID-19 effect to all the uncertainty in basketball? Seems the prognosticators don’t

know who the best teams are anymore.

My alma mater Rochelle even came into its regional as a No. 5 seed and knocked off Dixon and Sterling, two teams they had lost to earlier in the year, to claim its first regional title in 13 years and the first in 12 years of coaching for Tim Thompson, who succeeded Russ Zick.

Thompson is a genuinely nice guy and those are the coaches you cheer for to finally get a title. For good measure, the Hubs also won their conference in a drought longer than the regional.

As I sat in the gym at Rochelle watching the regional final with Sterling, I thought about how sad it was for anyone from last year who didn’t get to experience the postseason and not just the players and coaches. How about the cheerleaders, band, fans, students, parents, officials and us media types?

Wrestling came to an end with individual girls state champs crowned and the boys dual team championships. The IHSA functions much better when state tournaments aren’t as spread out.

In an efficient use of time and space, both events were contested at the same site over the same two days. It appeared to be an efficient marriage and credit for whoever came up with the idea.

Lena-Winslow, the odds-on favorite to win 1A, was upset at the sectional by

No. 11 Sandwich. Sometimes there can be a hangover effect from the individual state tourney.

Historically, teams that do well at the individual event have difficulty getting up for a paltry dual meet. Oregon experienced that in 2000 in an upset loss to Riverdale at the sectional.

Catching up on some old news, the IHSA has decided to seed all football classes 1-32 instead of a north-south geographic breakup of 16 teams each.

A few years ago, it was even worse with some 8-team quadrants. This decision was long overdue, though some still feel travel is an impediment in a state 390 miles long.

For other sports that have multiple contests within a regional or sectional, yes. But not football, which is a once-aweek affair.

Trust me, people do not mind traveling to see a high school football playoff game. In fact, some people relish the opportunity.

I know coaches and players do.

Of any part of the state, this will help the NUIC conference the most.

Everyone knows the state title is usually decided among these schools long before the actual championship game.

• Andy Colbert, an avid runner, has been a sports writer for Shaw Media and has covered high school sports in Ogle County for more than 30 years.

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Continued from Page 14 travel ball as possible until a back injury cut her offseason short. She was able to make it back to put in very good time in the open gyms of the winter months.

Keep an eye on the Oregon Hawks softball team as they look to advance their skills by playing a fun schedule

including state ranked Orangeville (No. 2 1A), Newark (No. 9 1A), Richmond-Burton (No. 21 2A) and Marengo (No. 22 2A) along with tough conference and perennial strong teams such as North Boone, Stillman Valley and Rock Falls.

The conference is full of highly skilled pitchers and position players that will surely help the Hawks to be ready and prepared for another fantastic postseason!

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Oregon’s MacKenzie Alford and Paige Beauchem were named to the all-conference team.

Boys Bowling team had four individuals who earned first team all-conference honors. Honorees included Isaac Kaltenbrun, senior, 198.0667 average; Brandon Rowe, junior, 193.0667 average; Stylar Klapp, junior, 180.4667 average and Brady Davis, sophomore, 179.4667.

The Oregon Girls team had four individuals who earned first team all-conference and one honorable mention. Honorees included Ava Wight, junior, 211.4286 average; Mackenzie Alford, junior, 151.619 average; Pagie Beauchem, senior, 145.722 average; Kendra Ehrler, junior, 136.388 average, and honorable mention Trinity Hultquist, freshman, 136.381 average.

The awards are based upon performances during designated NIBC matches with the top 10 averages earning all-conference first team honors.

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Morrison’s Alex Anderson, Forreston’s Owen Greenfield, Freeport Aquin’s Connor Senneff and Fulton’s Brook Mason advanced to the sectional in the 3-point contest at the 1A Eastland Regional on Friday. In the center is a Country Financial representative. Country Financial sponsors the 3-point contest in cooperation with the IHSA.

Match Play Tourney: The Northern Illinois Bowling Conference (NIBC) held its Top 10 match play tournament Feb. 24 at Park Lanes, Loves Park and Feb. 25 at Plum Hollow Family Center, Dixon.

The top 10 individual conference season averages qualified for this event. Four boys and four girls from the Oregon High School bowling teams qualified.

The boys were led by Brandon Rowe with 1.870 pins with a high game of 256 in third place, Stylar Klapp with 1,808 pins with a high game of 246 in fourth place, Brady Davis with 1,805 pins with a high game of 227 in fifth place, and Isaac Kaltenbrun with 1,687 pins with a high game of 213 in sixth place. Rowe will receive a $50 scholarship, while Klapp and Davis will receive trophies for their finish.

The girls were led by Ava Wight with 2,011 pins with a high game of 235 (twice) in second place, followed by Paige Beauchem with 1,652 pins with a high game of 192 in fifth place, Mackenzie Alford with 1,514 pins with a high game of 194 in eighth place and Kendra Ehrler with 1,474 pins with a high game of 188 in ninth place.

Wight will receive a $75 scholarship, while Beauchem will receive a trophy for the finish.

All-Conference Honors: The Oregon

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16 LOCAL NEWS

Eight students caught vaping on school grounds

By ALEXA ZOELLNER

azoellner@shawmedia.com OREGON – Eight Oregon school district students were caught vaping on school grounds between Feb. 17-23.

“We’ve been seeing an issue with vaping devices,” Oregon School Resource Officer Matt Kalnins said.

“It’s not necessarily tobacco. I’ve been finding kids anywhere from 10 to high school [vaping].

“They bring them to school, they keep them with them, they’re constantly using them,” he said. “It’s a huge issue with nicotine with them.”

Of the eight students, one was 10 years old, another 11, four were 12, one was 14 and one 18.

Kalnins said when these situations happen, he issues city citations – often carrying a penalty of a fine.

It’s not an arrestable offense, and it’s not something that goes on a legal record, he said.

The school usually contacts the parents at that point, Kalnins said.

There can be additional consequences the student faces from the school, Kalnins said.

The high school has installed vape detectors, which work similarly to smoke detectors, he said.

The devices can detect vaping, smoke and THC – tetrahydrocannabinol, the chemical in marijuana that causes most of the drug’s psychological effects.

“They either know somebody who could get them [the vape pens] for them or they’re taking them from their parents,” Kalnins said when asked where the children could be getting the vape pens. “I believe they know somebody that is getting it for them.”

It’s a big issue with teenagers and children, he said.

“Just the addiction level that these things have.

There’s got to be more knowledge and info out there,” Kalnins said.

belonging to Keiri A. West, 16, of Oregon, and a parked 2017 Chrysler belonging to Andrea L. Messenger, 40, of Oregon.

No citations were issued.

Oregon Elementary School, 1150 Jefferson St., Oregon.

At 10 a.m., the Oregon Student Resource Officer issued a city citation to one juvenile female, 12, of Mt. Morris, for violating the Tobacco Ordinance Sec. 22-15, Tobacco products and alternative nicotine products. This violation occurred at the Oregon Elementary School, 1150 Jefferson St., Oregon.

At 10 a.m., the Oregon Student Resource Officer issued a city citation to one juvenile female, 12, of Chana, for violating the Tobacco Ordinance Sec. 22-15, Tobacco products and alternative nicotine products. This violation occurred at the Oregon Elementary School, 1150 Jefferson St., Oregon.

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

Feb. 14 Irene J. Scott, 22, of Chicago, was issued a citation at 12:07 a.m. for speeding, 60 mph in a 40 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 100 block of East Washington Street.

Randale L. Wilkinson, 37, of Mt. Morris, was issued a citation at 6:23 a.m. for driving while license suspended. This violation occurred in the 300 block of West Washington Street.

Olyvia M. Micko, 22, of Rockford, was issued citations at 9:35 p.m. one for speeding, 48 mph in a 30 mph zone, and the other for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 600 block of North Fourth Street.

Feb. 15 Jahlen A. Bell, 21, of Sterling, was arrested at 5:25 p.m. for possession of adult use cannabis as a driver, improper container. Bell was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

John R. Gillett, 25, of Fennville, Michigan, was issued a citation at 8:19 p.m. for speeding, 43 mph in a 30 mph zone.

This violation occurred in the 600 block of North Fourth Street.

Feb. 17 At 12:30 p.m., the Oregon Student Resource Officer issued a city citation to one juvenile female, 10, of Oregon, for violating Ordinance 6-84, possession of tobacco products and alternative nicotine products. This violation occurred at the Oregon Elementary School, 1150 Jefferson Street.

At 12:30 p.m., the Oregon Student Resource Officer issued a city citation to one juvenile female, 11, of Mt. Morris, for violating Ordinance 6-84, possession of tobacco products and alternative nicotine products. This violation occurred at the Oregon Elementary School, 1150 Jefferson Street.

At 5:23 p.m., police responded to a two-vehicle traffic crash in the 200 block of North Third Street, involving a 2019 Jeep

Feb. 19 Carlos Gonzales, 19, of Oregon, was arrested at 10:17 p.m. for no valid driver’s license. Gonzales was also issued a citation for disobeying a traffic control signal. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred in the 400 block of West Washington Street.

Feb. 20 Esmeralda Diaz, 17, of Rockford, was issued a citation at 12:28 a.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 600 block of Gale Street.

At 4:25 p.m., police responded to a car vs. train traffic crash at the intersection of Second ad Collins Streets involving a 2008 Chrysler driven by Rochelle D. Beaty, 62, of Dixon, which had been struck by a BNSF train that was traveling westbound.

Beaty was issued a citation for disobeying a stop sign.

Feb. 21 Ray C. Allen, 74, of LeClaire, Iowa, was issued a citation at 7:26 p.m. for speeding, 48 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 600 block of North Fourth Street.

Feb. 22 At 10 a.m., the Oregon Student Resource Officer issued a city citation to one juvenile male, 12, of Mt. Morris, for violating the Tobacco Ordinance Sec. 22-15, Tobacco products and alternative nicotine products. This violation occurred at the Oregon Elementary School, 1150 Jefferson St., Oregon.

At 10 a.m., the Oregon Student Resource Officer issued a city citation to one juvenile female, 12, of Chana, for violating the Tobacco Ordinance Sec. 22-15, Tobacco products and alternative nicotine products. This violation occurred at the

Feb. 23 At 1:15 p.m., the Oregon Student Resource Officer issued a city citation to one juvenile male, 14, of Mt. Morris, for violating the Tobacco Ordinance Sec. 22-15, Tobacco products and alternative nicotine products. This violation occurred at the Oregon High School, 210 S. 10th St., Oregon.

At 1:15 p.m., the Oregon Student Resource Officer issued a city citation to Ethan C. George, 18, of Oregon, for violating the Tobacco Ordinance Sec. 22-15, Tobacco products and alternative nicotine products. This violation occurred at the Oregon High School, 210 S. 10th St., Oregon.

Feb. 26 Jasmine B. Gasmund, 20, of Oregon, was issued citations at 9:57 a.m. for operating a vehicle with registration suspended for non-insurance and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

These violations occurred in the 800 block of Pines Road.

Thirty-eight parking citations and 22 verbal warnings were issued Feb. 14-27.

Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proved guilty in a court of law.

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OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF ACTIVITY arrested for possession of a stolen firearm (Class 2 felony), no FOID card (Class 3 felony) and theft under $500. Gray was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Feb. 25 Jaime Carter, 40, of Oregon, was arrested at 11:32 a.m. for driving while license revoked and possession of methamphetamine (Class 3 felony) after a traffic stop at Mud Creek Road and Illinois Route 2. Carter was transported to Ogle County Jail where she was held pending an appearance before a judge.

Juan Manuel Huertes-Ceballos, 43, of LaSalle, was arrested at approximately 10:02 p.m. for no valid driver’s license after a traffic stop at Illinois Route 38 and Mulford Road.

Huertes-Ceballos also was cited for illegal window tint. Huertes-Ceballos was released on bond.

Feb. 26 Austin Sumner, 28, of Washington, Illinois, was arrested at 8:02 p.m. for driving while license suspended and improper cannabis container after a traffic stop on Interstate 39 mile marker 99. Sumner also was cited for one tail light, no insurance and failure to change address.

Jorge Cabrera, 32, of Rochelle, was arrested at approximately 8:21 p.m. for driving while license suspended after a traffic stop at North Main Street and Illinois Route 38 in Creston. Cabrera was cited for illegal window tint and operating uninsured motor vehicle. Cabrera was taken into

custody without incident and released on a $2,500/10% I-Bond with a return court date.

Shundell Brown, 25, of Rockford, was arrested at approximately 8:32 p.m. for no valid driver’s license after a traffic stop on Interstate 39 mile marker 109 northbound.

Brown also was cited for operating an uninsured motor vehicle, no child restraint and possession of cannabis. Brown was released on an I-Bond and given a future court date.

Asia Harron, 65, of Rockford, was arrested at 10:55 p.m. for no valid driver’s license after a traffic stop on Interstate 39 mile marker 104. Herron was released on scene and will appear in court on April 1 at 9 a.m.

Feb. 27 At approximately 12:56 a.m., deputies, Byron Police Department and Byron Fire Protection District responded to Tower and Mill roads for a one-vehicle crash involving injury. An investigation showed that a Buick sedan driven by Jess Smith, 23, of Winnebago, was traveling west on Tower Road and failed to negotiate the curve. Smith left the roadway in the south ditch and received heavy damage from striking an embankment. Smith was transported to a local hospital for suspected minor injuries.

The front seat passenger, McKenna Hawkins, 23, of Winnebago, also was transported to a local hospital for suspected serious injuries. Smith later was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol and cited for improper lane use, failure to

reduce speed, no insurance and failure to use seat belt. Smith was released on an I-Bond with a return court date.

Charles Peterson, 42, of Pecatonica, was arrested at 4:18 p.m. for driving while license suspended after a traffic stop in the 2700 block of North David Court in Oregon.

Peterson also was cited for no front registration and expired registration.

Peterson was taken into custody without incident and released on a $2,500/10% I-Bond with a return court date.

At approximately 8:37 p.m., deputies initiated a traffic stop in the 500 block of Illinois Route 251 for speeding. Jason Mireles, 41, of Rochelle, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance (crack cocaine).

Ryan Fenton, 31, of Oregon, was arrested for an Ogle County warrant for possession of a stolen vehicle. Mireles and Fenton were transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Jacob Saenz, 18, of Rockford, was arrested at 11:30 p.m. for driving with no valid driver’s license. Saenz was arrested on Illinois Route 251 near Scott Road after he was stopped for speeding. Saenz was released on bond.

March 1 Lucero Montalvo, 30, of Rochelle, was arrested at approximately 12:05 a.m. for driving while license revoked after a traffic stop on Interstate 39 near mile marker 110.

Montalvo also was cited for operating an uninsured vehicle and no rear registration light. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

PROPERTY TRANSFERS Feb. 18-24 Warranty Deeds William John and Mariann Jordan Connelly to Brian K. and Lori S. Smith, 204 Martin Ave., Oregon, $210,000.

Nathan C. and Jessica L. Defauw to Raymond D. Smith, 603 N. Eighth St., Rochelle, $240,000.

Byron N. and June L. Sloan to Bert and Jessica Beverage, 204 W. Emily St., Mt. Morris, $57,000.

Jordan B. Auker to Dean and Fiana Erke, four parcels in Byron Township, $285,000.

Julie A. Wiegand to Zachary A. Wiegand, 204 N. Division Ave., Polo, $80,000.

Stanley R. Eden to DLMJ Investments LLC, 301 Armstrong St., Oregon, $77,000.

Michelle D. Lassiter to Stephanie Casillas, 316 Southview Drive, Rochelle, $108,000.

Kenneth R. Rosenkrans to KC and SE LLC, 415-417 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, $125,000.

Alberto and Maria G. Pizano to Melissa Mayer, 108 S. 12th St., Rochelle, $111,000.

Gene R. Kempson to Edwin Roberto Infante Leon, 1043 Westview Drive, Rochelle, $119,000.

David Pottinger to Jennifer and Henry A. Schmarje, 156 Autumnwood Lane, Davis Junction, $244,000.

Busoni Imports LLC to Jaime Castorena Cabrera, 1127 Tilton Park Drive, Rochelle, $167,000.

Martin J. Spencer and Roger E. Eychaner to Carissa M. Willhite, 409 W. Mason St., Polo, $179,000.

Contry Homes Group LLC to Sam and Lisa Thomason, 940 White Birch Lane, Davis Junction, $265,000.

Harunani Dental Clinc Partnership to Claude E. Keller Jr., 2100 N. Leaf River Road, Mt. Morris, $40,000.

Quit Caim Deeds Thomas P. Immormino to Joseph C. Olliges, 321 Deer Paint Drive, Dixon, $0.

Homar Investments LLC to Howard S. and Maria E. Merchantz Declaration Trust, Howard S. and Maria E. Merchantz, trustees, 2847 Brookes Island Road and one other parcel in Oregon, $0.

Homar Investments LLC to Howard S. and Maria E. Merchantz, 3588 S. Butternut Road, Oregon, $0.

August N. Vuncer to Aaron C. Vincer, 2935 W. Lightsville Road, Byron, $0.

Lahr Property LLC to Loren Nicole L. Ditmars, 1403 Crimson Ridge Drive, Byron, $0.

Wayne C. Ehmen Trust 101, Wayne C. Ehmen, trustee, to Loves Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc., 17123 E. state Route 72, Davis Junction, $0.

Melody and Paul Tolodxi to Arlyn K. and Celia P. Zimmerman, 506 S. First Ave., Forreston, $0.

Javier Tomas and Sandra Nunez to Sandra Nunez, 305 W. Willis Ave., Rochelle, $0.

Trustee Deeds Carrie G., Adrian N. and Mary Anne Head

Trust, Carrie G., Adrian N. and Mary Anne Head, trustees, to State of Illinois Dept. of Natural Resources, one parcel in Pine Rock Township, $145,000.

M&B Stukenberg Trust 399 and Randy L. and Michael A. Stukenberg to Katie Hundertmark, 102 W. Elm St., Forreston, $78,000.

Dwayne A. and Marjorie K. Vaupel Revocable Trust, Amy V. Simmons and Jane Thompson, trustees, to Simmons Family Trust 1, Amy V. and Frank P. Simmons, trustees, 4362 S. Lake Fern Road, Polo, $103,000.

Henry R. Ebert Trust, Randy D. Tate and Randy R. Ebert III, trustees, to Forrest and Pamela Floto, one parcel in Byron, $512,749.

Deed in Trust The late Alene and Donald Gallup by heir to Bradley L. and Jean A. Hagemann Trust, Bradley L. and Jean A. Hagemann trustees, one parcel in Maryland Township, $392,000.

Source: Ogle County Recorder’s Office

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Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity.

Feb. 22 James Turcato, 27, of Byron, was arrested at 3:10 p.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop at Third and Franklin streets in Byron. Tucato also was cited for expired registration and no front registration. Turcato was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Feb. 24 Christopher Taylor, 33, was arrested for violation of the Sex Offender Registration Act (Class 3 felony). Taylor was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held pending an appearance before a judge.

Cristian Menjivar-Alvarenga, 28, of Rockford, was arrested at approximately 1:13 a.m. for no valid driver’s license after a traffic stop on Interstate 39 mile marker 108. Menjivar-Alvarenga also was cited for no front registration and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Menjivar-Alvarenga was given an I-Bond with a return court date and released on scene.

Damontre Turner, 28, of Rockford, was arrested at approximately 2:40 a.m. for driving while license suspended after a traffic stop on Interstate 39 mile marker 113.

Turner was released on an I-Bond at the scene and given a future court date.

Deputies responded to a theft on North Highland Court in Stillman Valley at approximately 10:03 p.m. After an investigation, Dustin Gray, 34, of Stillman Valley, was

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ATTENTION PRESS OPERATORS and other Skilled Folks!

HELP WANTED We are growing at Sloan Implement in Lanark, IL & have the following positions open immediately!

FRANTZ Manufacturing Company is growing, and we have an URGENT NEED for PRESS OPERATORS to setup and run our Steel Stamping Press machines.

Positions in Assembly, Heat Treat, Maintenance and Tool & Die are available, too.

We are a John Deere farm and Lawn & garden equipment dealer.

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Anyone with experience is welcome, and we offer a great starting wage and excellent benefits with:

need CDL license in good standing

Immediate Medical/Dental insurance, Quick Vacation plus Earned Paid Time Off, Retirement 401k w/Co Match, and Monthly Bonuses!

Go to Sloans.com/career to apply on line OR stop by the store to pick up an application

Multiple shifts and part time available. Contact us today to learn more!

Sloan Implement is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits include health insurance and 401K plan.

Email us at: HR@frantz-mfg.com or

Come in person or send resume to: 3201 West Lefevre Rd, Sterling, IL 61081.

Call us at: (815) 625-7063

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26208 US HWY 52, LANARK, IL 800-344-8023 or 815-493-2191

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OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

The Office Administrator, with limited supervision, will coordinate and maintain effective office procedures and efficient workflow. Responsible for billing of plant payroll process.

Candidate must have 3 to 5 years of general administrative or reception experience.

PRODUCTION OPERATORS

1st, 2nd, 3rd & Weekend Shift Positions in Sand Mining Quarry.

Candidate must be self-motivated and capable of completing manual work outside, in all weather conditions.

ELECTRICIAN

The Electrician is accountable for all electrical inspections, electrical troubleshooting, and repairs at the plant. The Electrician will also be responsible for providing electrical training to other members of the maintenance staff and assisting with other maintenance activities as needed.

Competitive Wages & Excellent Benefits Package Please apply online at: www.coviacorp.com/careers

Erie Foods International, Inc., specializing in dairy protein ingredients is currently seeking an individual to fill the position of Sales Manager at our Erie, Illinois home office. Erie Foods offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing sales and interactions with select key accounts. Working closely with the Executive Director of Business Development, the Sales Manager will assist in establishing sales forecasts to support Purchasing and Production planning. In addition, the Sales Manager will keep management up-to-date on opportunities, applications, and market conditions as well as interact with Purchasing, Production, Customer Service, and Quality Assurance. Customer visits and meetings may be deemed necessary and some travel is required.

The ideal candidate will have a college degree, Business emphasis preferred. Sales experience is preferred but not required. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships is a must. The successful candidate will need to be able to multi-task, prioritize and follow through on projects and will need to have familiarity with office software programs.

Please send resumes/inquiries to

humanresources@eriefoods.com

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Learning Commons Writing Center Coordinator - Full-time (40 hours)

Responsible for coordinating the writing center. Bachelor's in Composition, English, Rhetoric or related field required. Strong computer & technical skills, good oral & written communications skills, knowledge of alternative teaching/ learning options, teamwork, and ability to communicate with faculty, students, & administrators required.

Apply at: https://jobs.svcc.edu/postings/1462

Academic Advisor and Transfer Specialist

Provide academic advising to students. Bachelor's degree in education or related field with 3 years experience in an educational setting or equivalent education and experience; computer skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills required.

Apply at: https://jobs.svcc.edu/postings/1464

Adjunct Faculty, CNA

Current license as a Registered Nurse (or eligibility for license) in Illinois, two years of experience, Train the Trainer, and an approved evaluator certification or MSN and approved evaluator certification are required.

Apply at: https://jobs.svcc.edu/postings/1446

Chief Safety and Security Officer

Serves as the Chief Safety and Security Officer of the College.

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field required or equivalent education and experience. National Incident Management Systems 700, 100, 200, and 300 certification is required or ability to obtain within a one year of hire.

Apply at: https://jobs.svcc.edu/postings/1460

Sauk Valley Community College Attn: Human Resources 173 Illinois Route 2 Dixon, IL 61021 EOE e-mail: employment@svcc.edu

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HAZELHURST ANNUAL SPRING CONSIGNMENT LIVE—VIRTUAL AUCTION SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2022 Online bidding (thru Proxibid) will require early delivery. We will only be accepting tractors, farm implements, trucks, trailers, vehicles. Plus running riding mowers, 4x4’s, 3 wheelers, golf carts. *** Also accepting small farm items, Good tires will be accepted. NO hayrack items, used lumber or household items. We have the Right to Refuse!*** If you have any questions about bringing something, please feel free to contact us.

Location - Midway between Polo, IL and Milledgeville, IL (17748 W. Milledgeville Rd, Polo 61064 - Mrs. Sherwood Shank Farm) at the corner of Milledgeville Road and Ogle (Brookville) Road. Loading dock and boom tractors/ operators available to unload & load most anything.

Consignments must be called in by March 16 for salebill advertising. Consignments can be brought to the auction sight: between the hours of 7:30 am & 5 pm (gates locked) March 21 thru 25 (Saturday March 26 between 7:30 till noon), 28 & 29. Gates will be open on March 31 & April 1 between 8:00 am & 5:00 pm for viewing (stop in office for a buyer number). Please follow PPE Guidelines as you feel comfortable!

To list equipment, contact:

LYLE HOPKINS

(IL#440.000185) POLO, IL 815-441-1251 815-946-2660 EMAIL - slpaspolo@gmail.com

JOHN HOPKINS 815-994-1836

LENNY BRYSON

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(IL#440.000158) POLO, IL 815-946-4120

PERSONALS Earnest Afghan refugee needs automobile to get to work to support his family. Donation requested. Please contact his hosting group of Ogle County residents: 815-732-0311.

VOLUNTEERS 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

WANT TO BUY Local Buyer Pays Cash 4 Gold, Silver, Coins, Estate Gold, Single Earrings, etc.

24/7 779-245-2950 RECORDS - 33s, 45s & 78s (Rock, Blues & Jazz) Scott 815-847-0382

BUSINESS PROPERTY Rock Falls 55 x 32 ft.

Storage Building. $395/mo. Call 815-535-3282

SAVANNA Residential and Commercial property for sale 2 story, 2,091 Sq. Ft. on 1.5 lots,4 bedrooms, 2 garages (1st is 24 x18 the nd 2 is 36x 24), 1.5 bath, fence and basement.

Asking $134,000.

Call 815-590-6474

ROCK FALLS EFFICIENCY -Furnished$688/mo.

815-626-8790

ROCK FALLS 1 & 2BR Hampton Apts.

815-625-7043

LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of ANJELIQUE NIKOLE GRANA , A Person With A Disability.

Case No.: 2021-P-48 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION You, EDMUNDO BAMACA, are hereby notified that this case has been commenced and is pending against you and other respondents, wherein DEANDRA GRANA has petitioned for guardianship of ANJELIQUE NIKOLE GRANA and other relief.

Unless you file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the office of the Clerk of this Court, courtroom 304 in the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois, on or before March 2, 2022, A BY JUDGMENT DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THIS COMPLAINT. Daniel A. Huntley (ARDC 6309290) Williams McCarthy LLP Attorneys for Petitioners 120 West State Street Suite 400 P. O. Box 219 Rockford, IL 61105 815/987-8900 dhuntley@wilmac. com February 18, 25, March 4, 2022 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of ARIANNA MARIE GRANA, A Person With A Disability.

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LEGAL NOTICES 2021-P-49 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION You, EDMUNDO BAMACA, are hereby notified that this case has been commenced and is pending against you and other respondents, wherein DEANDRA GRANA has petitioned for guardianship of ARIANNA MARIE GRANA and other relief.

Unless you file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the office of the Clerk of this Court, courtroom 304 in the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois, on or before March 2, 2022, A BY JUDGMENT DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THIS COMPLAINT. Daniel A. Huntley (ARDC 6309290) Williams McCarthy LLP Attorneys for Petitioners 120 West State Street Suite 400 P. O. Box 219 Rockford, IL 61105 815/987-8900 dhuntley@wilmac. com February 18, 25, March 4, 2022 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: WILLIAM E. SMITH, Deceased.

2022 PR 13 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of WILLIAM E. SMITH. Letters of Office were issued on February 18, 2022, to LESLIE R. NEUSCHWANGER , as Independent Administrator, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 W. Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.

Claims against the estate may be filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months

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LEGAL NOTICES ( ) 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: LESLIE R. NEUSCHWANGER Independent Administrator Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276 tom@suitslegal. com Mar. 4, 11,18, 2022 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on February 23, 2022, 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: Just 4 Fun Ice Cream 13909 W Eagle Point Rd

LEGAL NOTICES Polo, IL 61064 Dated: February 23, 2022 Laura J. Cook, Ogle County Clerk March 4, 11, 18, 2022 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on February 17, 2022, 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: Schuler's Body Shop 6548 W Judson Rd

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LEGAL NOTICES Oregon, IL 61061 Dated: February 17, 2022 Laura J. Cook, Ogle County Clerk March 4, 11, 18, 2022 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on February 17, 2022, 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: Tractor Works 6548 W Judson Rd Oregon, IL 61061

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LEGAL NOTICES g Dated: February 17, 2022 Laura J. Cook, Ogle County Clerk March 4, 11, 18, 2022

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PUBLIC NOTICE Curran Contracting Company is seeking IDOT approved DBE/MBE/ WBE/VOSB/SDVOSB Subcontractors, Suppliers & Trucking Companies for the IDOT Letting on March 11, 2022, to quote Items 004-62L90, 014-62N45, 030-64R10, 099-61H58, 116-85720, 158-62N60 & 01W-FR444. Plans & Specs are available at www.dot.state.il.us or by contacting 815-455-5100. For assistance/questions or to submit quotes and executed SBE 2025 Forms email estimating@currancontracting.com, An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, PLAINTIFF vs.

JONATHAN H. STONE; MARICELA M. STONE; STILLMAN BANCCORP N.A.; U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE LEGACY MORTGAGE ASSET TRUST 2018-SL1; CITY OF OREGON; DEFENDANTS 2021CH9 Address: 607 S. 2nd Street Oregon, Illinois 61061 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 17, 2021, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on April 8, 2022 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT FOUR IN BLOCK SIX IN HILL'S FIRST ADDITION, TO TOWN, NOW CITY, OF OREGON; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 607 S. 2nd Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 P.I.N.: 16-03-334-004 The real estate is improved with a single-family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $68,733.50 Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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 and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

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

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 21 8913.

Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 21 8913 I3187840 February 25, 2022 March 4, 11, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, PLAINTIFF vs.

JONATHAN H. STONE; MARICELA M. STONE; STILLMAN BANCCORP N.A.; U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE LEGACY MORTGAGE ASSET TRUST 2018-SL1; CITY OF OREGON; DEFENDANTS 2021CH9 Address: 607 S. 2nd Street Oregon, Illinois 61061 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 17, 2021, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on April 8, 2022 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: COMMON ADDRESS: 607 S. 2nd Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 P.I.N.: 16-03-334-004 The real estate is improved with a single-family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $68,733.50 Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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 and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

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

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 21 8913.

Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 21 8913 I3187840 February 25, 2022 March 4, 11, 2022

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