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MT. MORRIS TIMES VOLUME 53 NO. 17 • SERVING THE MT. MORRIS AREA SINCE 1967

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FUN AT ZICKHUR

DCFS Investigation Oregon home investigated 5 times before 7-year-old’s death. / X3

SPORTS

State Medal Grappler Andrew takes second at state wrestling meet. / 10

Golf Cart Parade Grand Detour is

hosting its annual Fourth of July Golf Cart Parade on July 3. / 12

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Kason Bocker, 8, of Leaf River makes his way across one of the features of the new playground recently installed at Zickhur Park in Mt.Morris.

Volunteers, working with city officials and workers, assembled the new playground on June 19.

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INDEX Classifieds .........17-20 Colbert Column ......14 Ogle County Fair...... 9

Oregon Police..........15 Otto’s Column .......... 7 Property Transfers..16

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Public Voice.............13 Sheriff Activity........15 Sports..................10-11

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Motions due in double-murder case

BY KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@shawmedia.com

Discovery is complete and motions are due as the case of a Stillman Valley man accused of killing his ex-wife and their 3-year-old son nearly 5 years ago inches closer to a resolution.

Duane Meyer, 39, is charged with four counts of first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated arson, and one count of concealment of a homicidal death in connection with the Oct. 9, 2016 house fire in Byron in which Maggie Meyer was found dead and Amos Meyer died.

The body of Maggie Meyer, 31, was found on a couch on the first floor of her burning home, while Amos was pronounced dead a short time later at a Rockford hospital.

At a pretrial hearing Friday in Ogle County court, attorneys on both sides told Judge John B. Roe that the state had handed over all its evidence to the defense, and so the discovery process is complete.

Defense attorney Christopher DeRango, of Rockford said he now plans to file a

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Duane Meyer appeared in court on Friday via video from the Ogle County jail.

Maggie and Amos Meyer

dozen or so motions in limine in the case, to challenge some of the state’s evidence and to try to limit what will be presented to the jury.

Roe set a status hearing for Aug. 4, at which time he will set hearings for the

motions to be heard.

Meyer, who is in Ogle County jail on $10 million bond, appeared via video.

State’s Attorney Mike Rock and Assistant State’s Attorney Matthew Leisten are prosecuting.

fireworks,” said volunteer Sylvia Saunders. “Also, don’t forget the ice cream socials with pie, ice cream and other goodies prior to the concerts.”

community. There is no specific theme, though artists are encouraged to incorporate the character of the surrounding environment and neighborhood into their artwork.”

Photos of each newly painted hydrant will be displayed online at EncoreMtMorris.com. The public will be asked to vote for their favorite ‘Painted Plug’.

There is no cost to enter. Artists are responsible for providing their own materials, brushes, etc.

Participating artists will receive an Encore ‘Art on Fire’ tee shirt.

Winners of the public voting will be announced on Straw-Fest day, Saturday, Aug. 28. Registration information is available at EncoreMtMorris.com and at the Mt. Morris Village Hall.

“Existing hydrant artwork that is in good shape will not be painted over,” Bold said.

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BRIEFS Concert band concerts continuing in downtown Mt. Morris The Mt. Morris Kable Concert Band continues it’s 125th consecutive season of Wednesday night concerts.

The first two concerts drew an enthusiastic and appreciative audience of well over 100 folks.

Concerts continue through Aug. 4, at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday evenings, at the Reckmeyer Band Shell.

Upcoming special performances will feature Andy Eckardt (pianist), Zach Hall (vocal), Anne (Miller) Arza (vocal), and Matthew Reckmeyer (trombone).

The guest conductor on July 21 will be Sarah Reckmeyer of Ottawa.

“Don’t miss the special patriotic concert behind the DLR Junior High, July 4, at 8 p.m., prior to the

Encore! Mt. Morris offers artistic fire hydrant painting again Encore! Mt. Morris is bringing back Art on Fire artistic hydrant painting.

Interested artists (no residency requirements) will be encouraged to ‘Pick-a Plug’ to paint in Mt. Morris and submit a registration form, with their design concept.

Registration is now open through July 23.

“Painting can not begin until your application has been approved and must be completed by Aug. 8,” said Jeff Bold, of Encore!. “The goal of this program is to embrace local artistic talents while displaying creative artwork throughout the

THANK YOU Trustee thanks all who helped with new playground at Zickhur Park To the Editor, I would like to say a BIG thank you to everyone the helped install the new playground at Zickuhr Park in Mt Morris on Sat June 19.

Jeff Cox and Larry Claussen Parks Department; Denny Davis and Ryan Fletcher Streets Depart-

ment; Chad Stauffer Water Department; Paula Deihl Village Clerk; Phil LaBash Village President; Corey Buck; and Parks and Rec board members Dave LaBash, Nate Drozd, Corey Skoumal, Chris Jordan.

Volunteers were: Ferol LaBash, McKenzie Skoumal, Wendy Skoumal, Autumn Fischer, Brady Meyers, Bruce McKenna, Andrew McKenna, Mark Long, Jerry Vessey, Todd Wheler, Micah Wehler, Todd Collins, Charlie Collins, Lew Collins, Jason

Hammer, Gabe Hammer, Bob Campbell, Edward Englert, Iassac Englert, Jason Priller, Logan Murphy, Mike Fay and Jeff Bold.

Sullivans for the lunch and cookies and Caseys for the water and ice.

With all the help we were able to get it done in one day. It is a great addition to our parks in Mt Morris.

Jim Hopkins Parks and Rec Trustee

IN THE COURTS

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By KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@shawmedia.com

The Department of Children and Family Services visited the Safranek/ Burton household nearly a dozen times over the course of two years, following up on five separate reports of suspected abuse and neglect. Each time, DCFS closed the case after finding no indications of parental wrongdoing.

That’s according to DCFS records ob tained by Sau k Vall ey Medi a through a Freedom of Information Act request for a timeline of the department’s interaction with the family.

Nathaniel Burton was 4 when the allegations first surfaced. He was 7 when, investigators said, his mother, Sarah Safranek, suffocated him in their home on Feb. 17. An autopsy showed the boy also suffered a ruptured liver.

Safranek, 34, is in Ogle County Jail on $2 million bond; she pleaded not guilty May 6 to five counts of first-degree murder and one count of aggravated battery to a child.

According to the DCFS timeline:

When the first report was made, on Sept. 8, 2018, Nathaniel was living with his mother, his father, Bryan Burton, and two older half-sisters, then both younger than 10. DCFS did not reveal who made the complaints.

The first time, both parents were investigated for “substantial risk of physical injury/environment injurious to health and welfare by neglect; inadequate supervision; cuts, bruises, welts abrasions and oral injuries; and substantial risk of physical injury/ environment injurious to health and welfare.”

DCFS investigators were unable to make contact with the family that day but came back to the home three days later and again on Oct. 31, 2018. Investigators said they observed all three children and found “no signs of abuse or neglect, and the children were assessed as safe in the care of their mother for both visits.”

The case was closed on Nov. 5, 2018, and the family was “referred for community-based services.”

On Feb. 15, 2019, another report was made to DCFS, this one naming one of

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Nathaniel Burton, 7, died Feb. 17 at his home in Oregon. His mother, Sarah Safranek, 34, was charged with five counts of first-degree murder. the girls, then 7, as the victim. Both parents again were investigated for cuts, bruises, welts abrasions and oral injuries. Both girls were observed at school and interviewed; both had scratches, which one said was caused by their cat, and one had a rash; both denied either parent hurting them.

On Feb. 25, 2019, investigators talked with Nathaniel, who had “no visible signs of abuse or neglect.”

All three children were observed again April 15, 2019, and the case was deemed unfounded and closed the next day.

Three days later, on April 18, 2019, another report as made that the three children were being victimized, and Safranek was investigated for neglect.

An investigator visited that day and saw no signs of abuse or neglect. DCFS workers returned June 12, 2019, and talked with Nathaniel. On June 17, 2019, they returned and talked with all three children. The case was determined to be unfounded and closed that day.

Again, the family was referred for community-based services.

On Aug. 5, 2019, a report was made alleging Nathaniel was being victimized. Both parents again were investigated for neglect, as well as inadequate supervision by leaving the boy alone “at home, outside or in the community” and “in the care of an inadequate caregiver.”

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Sarah Safranek, 34, is in Ogle County jail on $2 million bond; she pleaded not guilty May 6 to five counts of first-degree murder and one count of aggravated battery to a child in the suffocation death of her 7-year-old son, Nathaniel. Department of Children and Family Services records show that the agency investigated Safranek five times after receiving reports that one or all three of her children were being abused or neglected; she was cleared all five times after investigators said they found no signs to back up the complaints.

DCFS tried but failed to make contact with the family that day.

Two days later, on Aug. 7, 2019, another report was made, this one listing all three children. Again, Safranek was investigated for neglect; an investigator saw no signs that day or four days later, on Aug. 11, 2019. By then, the girls were living with their biological father.

All three children were visited one more time, on Sept. 25, 2019, in their respective homes.

No visible signs of abuse or neglect were observed, and the case was closed on Oct. 2, 2019, with a third referral to community based services.

The final investigation was made on Feb. 17, when the agency received the report of Nathaniel’s death. It notes the girls were with their father

and not home when Nathaniel died; they were interviewed two days later.

According to the sixth and final report included on the timeline, dated Feb. 19, 2021: “Investigator visited with the two surviving siblings of Nathaniel, observing and interviewing them. The two children were aware that Nathaniel is deceased.

“There were no noted visible signs of abuse or neglect, but T.P. [now 11] did admit that she had witnessed their mother [being] abusive to Nathaniel in the past when she lived with mom.”

Safranek faces 20 years to life in prison if convicted of murder, and six to 30 years if convicted of aggravated battery. She has a pretrial hearing July 28. The DCFS investigation is ongoing.

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LOCAL NEWS

Iron Mike flowing again in downtown Oregon

BY EARLEEN HINTON

ehinton@shawmedia.com When the switch was turned and Oregon’s historic water fountain Iron Mike began to flow again, the rush of water meant more to Sandy Greenfield than just a refreshing sip.

“My dad and mom met here around 1936,” said Greenfield, a longtime Forreston resident who now lives in Byron. “They were at a band concert on the courthouse lawn and were standing in front of Iron Mike when Dad said he took some of my mom’s popcorn and...here I am.”

Greenfield was one of nearly 70 people who turned out June 24 to watch as the 1901 free-flowing fountain was re-dedicated after a 2-year restoration and relocation project, led by Mike Bowers of Oregon.

City and county officials decided to move the free-flowing fountain after a wayward car almost hit it a few years ago. It’s new location is a few yards south of its former location (at the intersection of Illinois 64 and Illinois 2) to the northeast corner of the Courthouse Square.

The fountain was cleaned, sand-

blasted and repainted by the E.D. Etnyre Co., at its Oregon facility and then stored at the street department over the winter as COVID-19 delayed the project.

“The Illinois Humane Society provided the Iron Mike water fountain to the City of Oregon in June of 1901, 120 years ago,” said Bowers, project manager and former Superintendent of Streets for the City of Oregon.

Iron Mike has three drinking levels, one for dogs, one for horses and one for people and was endorsed by the Illinois Humane Society when it was forged.

Bowers said The Illinois Humane Society provided water fountains to offer fresh drinking water to the horses pulling carriages in Chicago and Milwaukee.

“They felt that the horses were being mistreated so they wanted fresh water for the horses but then it turned to cats, dogs and children. The Women’s Christian Temperance Union also felt that if fresh water was available it would deter people from going to the taverns. I don’t know how successful

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Mike Bowers, project manager for the restoration of Iron Mike, takes a drink from the historic water fountain during a re-dedication ceremony on June 24.

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LIVE MUSIC

The 1960s tribute band Shindig opens the 2021 Jamboree season on July 2.

The 1960s tribute band, Shindig, will open the Mt. Morris Jamboree’s 2021 concert season with a performance at the Warren Reckmeyer Band Shell on Friday, July 2, starting at 7 p.m.

“Shindig presents a tribute to the 60s and always delivers a trip back to the greatest and most diverse decade of Rock and Roll music,” said organizer Larry Ubben.

“Covering over 90 different bands from that period of time where music told the story of an entire generation - early 60s, British Invasion, Psychedelic, pop, girl groups, Woodstock...are all part of the show!”

Tom Rychter and Tom Benson play guitars and sing, John Murphy plays Bass, Sharman Strode sings and Mark Lega plays drums and sings.

“Everyone fortunate to see their performances here in years past will readily attest to the excitement this band brings to the stage,” Ubben said.

The Ogle County Pork Producers will be serving butterfly pork chop sandwiches with chips and drinks starting at 6 p.m. as part of the opening night of the three-day Let Freedom Ring Festival.

The Jonas Fultz Memorial Car Show and Cruise will be happening on the north end of the Campus that night, starting at 5 p.m.

Anderlik and Church of WACO performs on July 3.

July 3 - Anderlik and Church of WACO “Talented Chicago guitarists Rob Anderlik and Mike Church have performed on our band shell in past years as AOC and WACO and will be returning this year with special guests Josh McPartland on Mandolin and Drew Littel on cajon,” Ubben said. “Two of the top bluegrass musicians in the Chi-

cago area, Rob and Mike first met at late night jam session and felt a deep musical connection from the moment they played together.

They share a wide range of musical interests, ranging from Southern and Classic Rock, Blues, Swing, Jazz Standards, Cinematic Instrumentals, Folk Music and of course, Bluegrass.

“They have quickly built a reputation as one of the most versatile acoustic bands in the Midwest.

Their music has been described as Bill Monroe meets Robert Johnson at the crossroads and they’ll be playing a selection of Blues, Bluegrass and American Roots Music,” Ubben said.

The LFR Backyard BBQ Competition will help feed the crowd with other activities happening uptown as part of the festival, including a watermelon eating contest during the concert.

Rt. 64 on Wesley Ave.,” Ubben said. “Be sure to come uptown early to visit the nearby Mt. Morris Community Farmers Market, open from 4-7 p.m. every Friday through October.

“Please bring a blanket or chair, or enjoy the new benches and join the fun on our beautiful, historic campus in the center of Mt. Morris, two blocks south of Rt. 64 on Wesley Ave and enjoy the free Rock & Roll concert.” he said.

The Ogle County Beef Producers will be providing food and drink concessions for the concert from 5-8 p.m.

In the event of rain, the whole show moves to the Pinecrest Grove Community Center, located at 500 Evergreen Lane, 7 blocks south of Rt. 64 on McKendrie St. at the same times.

Flibbertijibbet will perform on July 4.

July 4 - Flibbertijibbet David Orr, formerly of Mt. Morris, brings his band, Flibbertijibbet down from La Crosse, Wisconsin to celebrate Independence Day with a free concert on the bandshell from 5-8 p.m.

“With David playing drums, this band has been together for 30 years and brings to the stage an eclectic blend of Rock, Americana, Jam and Folk Music all wrapped into one package,” said Ubben. “Lead by singer, songwriter and guitarist Drew Dockry, Flibjib is starting their extensive Midwest tour here in support of their new CD, A Mississippi Life. The band includes Eric “Guido” Lemon on Bass, Kyle Renfro on Lead Guitar and vocals and Matt Salvo on keyboards.”

Coming from different backgrounds band members fuse their approach to deliver their version of some of the finest rock-n-roll a la The Band, The Grateful Dead, The Rolling Stones, Counting Crows and Phish, Ubben said.

“Proud to call themselves a Jam Band they might string three songs together and play for 20 minutes just as much as delivering straight up songs about characters who’ve always lived in the American diaspora,” Ubben said. “There’s songs about the Old West, young lovers, rebels and seekers but perhaps the overarching theme of their music is happiness with a rich vein of songs celebrating life.

“Come join the fun on our beautiful, historic campus in the center of Mt. Morris, two blocks south of

Artist Showcase opens July 2 in Old Sandstone Gallery Encore! Mt. Morris is opening its Regional Artist Showcase on July 2 in the Old Sandstone Gallery, 122 S Wesley Ave, in Mt. Morris, 6-9:30 p.m.

Light refreshments will be served; featured artists will be in attendance to meet local visitors to the exhibit.

They include Sharon Asp (mixed media, Mt. Morris); Beth Kalbfus (miniatures, Oregon); Bob Logsdon (photography, Dixon); Ellen Mumford (watercolor and acrylic painting, Dixon); David Sweeney (oil and watercolor painting, pastels, Lanark); Sandy Weiland (colored pencil, Geneva); and Lucinda Winterfield (acrylic painting, Lost Nation).

Each artist is bringing a varied collection of his/ her artworks for display, several of which have won regional awards. Many of the pieces will also be for sale. A portion of the sale price goes toward gallery maintenance and Encore! Mt. Morris art initiatives.

There is no admission to see the show and it will remain open throughout July.

The Gallery will be open Wednesday evenings, 7-9 p.m., and Friday evenings, 6:30-9 p.m., when concerts are going on in the next door band shell as well as July 3, 5-8 p.m. and July 4 (12:30-2:30 p.m. ) during the Let Freedom Ring community celebration.

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SPECIAL EVENT

Magician to take the stage on July 3 in Mt. Morris Magician Jeremy ‘The Amazer’ Haak will perform for Let Freedom Ring on the Band Shell Stage on Friday, July 3 from 4 - 4:30 p.m.

Haak learned his first magic trick when he was 13. At age 16, he started performing as “The Amazer”. Since that time, Jeremy’s magic has entertained people from all walks of life including a Miss America, Two Legends of Professional Wrestling, and even other magicians.

Haak is a certified Doctor of Magic by the International Magicians Society and is the first and only 5-time winner of The Magician of the Year of Ring #11 of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

“Now entering his 25th year in magic, Haak, known professionally as “The Amazer,” wants to amaze you, and he is starting to get more notice,” said organizer Larry Ubben. “There are more than 1,000 tricks in his ‘bag’,

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Some of the workers and volunteers who helped with Iron Mike’s restoration and relocation project took part in the re-dedication of the historic water fountain on June 24.

that was,” he said as the crowd chuckled.

Bowers said originally there were cups on little posts near the top of the barrel of the fountain, but it was later discovered that sharing cups was responsible for spreading sickness and disease so they were removed from the fountains.

Bowers thanked numerous individuals, businesses, and city and county officials for helping with the

and some of them are in the briefcase he takes with him to all shows.”

A native of Rock Falls, Haak can juggle, make hundreds of different balloon animals, and is a master of the Rings trick.

“The one thing Haak emphasizes in his act is keeping it clean. While some in the business feel swearing is a necessity to their act, Haak said he keeps it out and his audiences tend to appreciate it,” Ubben said.

restoration and relocation project and working together to complete the task.

“This relocation project was quite involved,” he said. “We had a lot of people step up to the plate.”

In 2010 the top decorative cap was stolen and was replicated by the Nennah Foundry Company after he was able to borrow the top from a similar fountain in front of the Flagg Township Museum in Rochelle. That fountain is turned on only when the museum is open Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Local workers helped create the

new area for the fountain which includes two memorial benches and repurposed bricks from an Oregon street.

One of the benches located behind Iron Mike is inscribed: “In Loving Memory of Charles H. and Hazel I Ehmen” — Greenfield’s mom and dad.

“When we asked my dad what he wanted as a memorial he said he wanted something ‘right behind Iron Mike because that’s where I met your mom’, ” Greenfield said. “Iron Mike is very special to us and it is very special to everyone who grew up in Oregon.”

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LOCAL HISTORY

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

BY OTTO DICK

J

eremiah Nash was the father of Oregon manufacturer Chester Nash and grandfather of Ruby Nash who taught in Ogle County public schools for 50 years.

Jeremiah and his wife are buried at the Big Mound Cemetery located south-west of Davis Junction.

Jeremiah Nash and Lancing Brooks were the two persons responsible for starting the cemetery. The first burial was Mr. Brooks’ little boy who was removed from his original burial site near the Beacon Schoolhouse.

Many graves exist of those who first broke sod in Scott Township more than 150 years ago.

There are 13 Nash burials at Big Mound Cemetery. An impressive marker lists Jeremiah’s and Olive’s children: Children Sophia 1837-1906; Alfred 1839-1926; Chester 1841-1921; Elizabeth 1843-1847; Harriet 1845-1848; Elmer 1847-1909; George 1850-1929; Nettie 1854-1928; and Charles 18561935.

It’s interesting that Nettie married Jefferson Fraser and her sister Sophia married Jefferson Fraser brother George. So you have two Nash sisters marrying two Fraser brothers. Elizabeth Nash died at age 4 and Harriet

Jeremiah Nash

Jeremiah Nash

Nash died at age 3.

On July 4, 1861 before Big Mound was a cemetery, a celebration known as the “Union Forever” was held there with a large handmade linen flag that was unfolded by two veterans of one of the early wars.

A battle was staged on the flat ground to the northeast of the hill. Settlers from a 30 miles radius came with picnic baskets to spend the day. Four years after this celebration this site was set aside for the community cemetery. Today standing in the cemetery and looking 2 ½ miles northeast is a fantastic view of Davis Junction .

Jeremiah Nash was born on “Shoemaker Hill” a short distance from Little Falls, New York. He was a farmer,

contractor and builder.

He married Olive Feb., 1835 in Oneida County, New York. We have at the Historical Society a description of the First English Methodist Episcopal Church built by Jeremiah in the town of Steuben built in 1854.

There is a list of lumber and timber which included 50 2 by 8 inch joists 13 feet long. The total cost of the materials was $16, 357.

Jeremiah moved to Ogle County in 1860. The 1872 Ogle County Plat map shows Jeremiah owned four parcels of land located near Davis Junction.

Jeremiah’s father Francis lived at a place called Braintree, Massachusetts.

A history of the Nash Family started out with the following, “SPEAKING of

ANCESTORS If you could see your ancestors, All standing in a row, There might be some of them, perhaps, you wouldn’t want to know.---But here’s another question which, requires a different view, If you could meet your ancestors, would they be proud of you?”

My next article is about the accomplishments of Chester Nash and the factory he built at the corner of 3rd and Franklin Streets in Oregon.

Chester is the father of Ruby Nash and built the Nash home now that is now the Ogle County Historical Society.

READING MATTERS

Summer reading keeps kids in “reading” shape T

he importance of reading during the summer months has been studied extensively and results indicate that students who do not read in the summer lose skills, often falling below reading levels they achieved during the school year.

It can be compared to an athlete who for some reason sits out a season and/or the off-season training. It takes time to get back to the same performance levels they had previously.

For this month we’ll look at several ways we can encourage our children and grandchildren to include some reading in summer schedules.

One consideration is that spending 15 to 30 minutes five days a week would be enough to prevent summer reading loss. The reading does not have to be completed all at one time.

For example, we might help build routines that fit in two 10 or 15-minute times for reading several days each week.

COMMENTARY Mary Gardner Reading Specialist

A second idea to consider is a broader definition of the kinds of texts to read. Include all kinds of books, magazines, recipes, instructions or directions, or web-based reading on various Internet sites. Books, of course, can be electronic versions which may offer more appeal.

A good goal is to try to read a wide variety of genres of literature as well.

Any reading done in the course of every day events can count. Think about the reading you do in a program you receive at a baseball game or a play.

Reading directions to put something together or rules for a game offer another kind of reading. You might keep a log of all the different kinds of reading your family does over the summer.

Reading aloud to our children and grandchildren also counts for time spent reading. Encourage them to try different kinds of books across all genres – fiction, nonfiction, how-to books, cookbooks, or magazines. See if they have a favorite author and try to find more books by that person.

Of course, we need to be sure that reading materials are available for our children and grandchildren.

Our local public libraries have excellent summer reading programs for all ages.

Both the Oregon and Mt. Morris libraries have a variety of engaging activities throughout June and July and an end-of-program special event. Children need to sign up and set a goal for the number of

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LIVE MUSIC

Howard and the White Boys to perform on July 9 Chicago Blues Band, Howard and the White Boys make their debut performance on the Band Shell Stage in Mt. Morris on Friday, July 9 from 7-9 p.m.

“Howard and the White Boys are considered one of Chicago’s finest live blues acts of the last two decades,” said organizer Larry Ubben. “Mentored by Buddy Guy (who has taken the band on several Midwestern tours as his opening act, and appeared on their third CD, “The Big $core”), HWB’s new CD, “Rosa’s Lounge”, bears witness to the power and raw energy of the group when they perform live on stage.”

Howard & the White Boys began jamming together just for fun, but their fast-growing popularity soon convinced them they could make a career of it. After only a few months, they got their first big break by opening for B.B. King. Their reputation

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Howard and the White Boys will perform on Friday, July 9 in Mt. Morris grew in Chicago and they began performing with the biggest names in blues: Koko Taylor, Otis Rush, Albert King, Junior Wells, Lonnie Brooks, Luther Allison, Bo Diddley, and Chuck Berry.

The group made two highly acclaimed recordings, ‘Strung Out On

books they plan to read.

Be sure to stop in one of the libraries for further information and details about obtaining a library card if you do not

The Blues’ and ‘Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner?’, for Los Angeles based Mighty Tiger Records.

They began traveling extensively across the United States and their growing popularity captured the attention of Philadelphia based Evidence Records. ‘The Big $core’ was the first of three successful discs released

by Evidence, and the band wasted no time in promoting it via the first of many trips to European countries such as Belgium, France, Italy, Holland, Switzerland, Norway, Germany, Luxembourg, Lithuania, and England.

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After a year off due to the COVID19 pandemic, the Ogle County Fair will welcome visitors back this year with improvements to the fairgrounds and new events along with old favorites.

The 167th fair will resume July 28 Aug. 1 at the Ogle County Fairgrounds on Lime Kiln Road, just off Illinois 64 a mile west of Oregon.

The all-volunteer fair board, along with a host of other volunteers, have been far from idle during the year off.

“We used the time to make improvements to the buildings and grounds,” said publicity director Carol Magnuson. “We have a brand new sign at the entrance and we’re putting up a new fence.”

Volunteers, including 4-H club members spruced up the picnic tables on the grounds and removed the old fence to make way for the new.

One thing that will not be new is the family-friendly cost to get into the fair and enjoy all it has to offer.

The fair board is again including unlimited carnival rides with the $8 general admission fee at the gate.

For even more savings, admission

tickets can be purchased in advance at a cost of $6 per person, a $2 discount from the gate price, at Casey’s General Stores and a few other locations.

Signs will be posted designating where tickets are available.

Discounted tickets for the grandstand shows are also available in advance at the same locations, at a cost of $8 per person, also $2 less than the $10 regular price.

Children age 3 and younger get into the fair free but each will need a $4 wristband to ride at the carnival.

Wristbands are available at the gate.

Advance tickets can also be purchased online by going to the fair website at www.oglecountyfair.com. Tickets purchased online will carry an additional convenience fee.

Kicking off the fair will be the 2021 Queen Contest on Wednesday, July 28 at 5:30 p.m. on the stage on DePuy Drive.

The pageant includes the Little Miss and Mr. Contest for ages 5-8, followed by the Young Miss for ages 9-12, and Junior Miss for ages 13-15, all cul-

minating in the Miss Ogle County Fair Queen Contest for ages 16-21.

Musical entertainment will be a mix of old and new with The Jimmys, a popular blues and rhythm and blues band, making their fair atdebut on Sunday, Aug. 1 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the grandstand.

Admission will be a donation.

Other musical performers at the Lions Shelter will be Jim Wolber & the Lariat Band on Thursday, July 29, First Friday on Friday, July 30, and John Lindhorst & Strummers on Saturday, July 31. Shows are from 7:30 to 10 p.m. each evening.

Other entertainment throughout fair includes Dan Dan the Farmer Man Comedy Rainmaker Shows, the Wild World of Animals, Ta-Da Robots, and Chainsaw Carver Dave Ferrell. Shows will be held at various times every day of the fair.

Also returning is the Brian Holt Magic Show with performances on Friday and Saturday.

For more information visit the fair website at www.oglecountyfair.com or contact any fair board member.

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10 WRESTLING | IWCOA CLASS 1A STATE TOURNAMENT

Strong finishes for locals in Springfield Oregon’s Herbst places second, Newman’s Grennan takes third at IWCOA state

By BRIAN WEIDMAN

bweidman@shawmedia.com Oregon senior Andrew Herbst was able to manage one fantastic finish on June 24 at the Illinois Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association Class 1A State Tournament.

But he needed two.

Herbst finished off his career with a runner-up finish at 145 pounds, after dropping an 8-6 decision against Kankakee Bishop McNamara’s Blain Christie. It was Christie who escaped with :39 left in the third period, and that was followed by a takedown with :23 that all but sealed it.

“I’ll give it to him, that was a really good move at the end,” Herbst said.

Christie (21-1) pointed to his conditioning and competitive spirit as deciding factors.

“I can go do that match two more times,” Christie said. “When matches get to the third period, maybe the first and second are closer, but the third period when they start to get tired, I’m starting to turn it on.”

Herbst (33-2) reached the finals with an 8-4 win against Adell Gamboa of Reed-Custer. Herbst trailed 3-1 entering the final period, got a takedown with :44 left, cut Gamboa loose, then got another takedown and three back points in the final :15.

The winning move came when Herbst faked a double-leg takedown, then executed that very move.

“You’ve just got to be able to do your shots,” Herbst said. “I knew my fake’s pretty nice, so I thought I’d be able to hit it again. He’s strong, so I knew there would be a scramble, and I would have to score quickly.”

Herbst won by pin the first two rounds of the tournament. He finished his career with a 115-17 mark, including a fourth-place IHSA state finish at 106 pounds as a sophomore. He had a shoulder injury as a junior.

“I’m happy,” Herbst said. “I’m not totally satisfied, but I’m happy with it.”

Two other area wrestlers, Newman freshman Brady Grennan and Oregon sophomore Seth Stevens, also earned medals.

Grennan (27-3) won four wrestleback bouts to take third place at 113 pounds, capped by a pin of Canton’s Trevor Hodges in 5:14.

“I’m pretty stoked,” Grennan said.

“A freshman isn’t really supposed to do so well in a state tournament, but I kind of proved that wrong.”

Grennan trailed 9-2 entering the

Photos by Stacey Glendenning – Special to SVM

ABOVE: Oregon’s Andrew Herbst (top) controls Bishop McNamara’s Blain Christie during their 145-pound title bout Thursday at the IWCOA Class 1A State Tournament in Springfield. Herbst dropped an 8-6 decision to finish second. BELOW: Oregon’s Seth Stevens (left) tries to escape from Newman’s Will Rude during their 138-pound semifinal bout Thursday afternoon at the IWCOA Class 1A State Tournament. Rude won the bout and went on to win the title, while Stevens finished fifth.

final period against Hodges, but a slam of a takedown with 1:28 on the clock was worth five points, and Hodges (244) appeared to injure his right shoulder. Another takedown later in the period led to the pin.

“Confidence was my biggest factor,”

Grennan said.

Stevens placed fifth at 138 pounds, and didn’t have to wrestle in the medal round. His scheduled opponent, Harvard’s Ivan Rosas, was disqualified after being accused of biting his semifinal-round opponent, Dakota’s

Tyler Simmer. Rosas did not wrestle again.

Stevens (28-9) won his first two bouts, then lost to Newman’s Will Rude by pin in 5:19 in the semifinals.

Stevens then lost to Canton’s Andrew Hedges by pin in 1:31 to get a spot in the fifth-place bout.

Stevens was happy to earn a medal, but he would have preferred it be at the IHSA State Tournament in Champaign.

“It’s a tournament that nobody wants to be at in the summer,” Stevens said.

“It’s about having fun, really. I’m typically working by now, but this is good for the kids that wrestle year-round.”

Losing in the third round of wrestlebacks were West Carroll 120-pounder Wyatt Doty and Erie-Prophetstown 285-pounder Elijah Friedrichsen.

Losing in the second round of wrestlebacks were Dixon 113-pounder Chris Sitter, Oregon 113-pounder Edwin Estrada, Newman 120-pounder Carter Rude, West Carroll 152-pounder Kelden McCombie, and Morrison 182-pounder Kayden White.

Fulton 182-pounder Ethan Rash dropped both of his bouts.

SPORTS

Keynon Janicke has been hired as the new head football coach for Forreston High School.

Janicke was hired June 23 by the Forrestville Valley School Board after former head coach Kyle Zick decided to step down from the position.

Zick will remain on staff as an assistant coach as Janicke takes over the head role, a press release said. He became head coach for the Cardinals in 2018.

“Coach Janicke is an alum of Forreston (2012 graduate) and started teaching in Forreston in 2016 after graduating from University of Dubuque in 2016,” the release said. “He’s been an integral part of the Forreston Football staff since 2016, including head coach of our Junior High Football team, head coach of our JV team, and served as a Varsity Coor-

dinator this past spring.

Coach Janicke has also coached wrestling, track, and softball for Forreston, along with his teaching responsibilities at Forreston Jr/Sr High School.”

Zick, who is also an assistant principal and athletic director for the school district said he looks forward to workKeynon Janicke ing with Janicke.

“Coach Janicke has been doing a lot of the work of a head coach without the title for a while now. I look forward to coaching with him this year in his new role as head coach. He is the

exact person we need to continue the strong tradition of success on and off the field for Forreston football,” Zick said.

Superintendent Sheri Smith also praised the new hire.

“We are grateful that Coach Janicke is willing to step into the head coaching role. We know the time and sacrifices that are needed to run a quality program and we appreciate Coach Janicke’s willingness which allows him to lead our young men,” she said.

Janicke will take over a strong football program that has made the playoffs the last 10 seasons including 3 state titles in 1A in 2014, 2016, and 2018.

The Cardinals start this year against Stockton at home on Friday, Aug. 27.

A CLOSER LOOK More details from state tourney

BY RANDY HOLLAND

Three Oregon wrestlers participated in the 2021 IWCOA 1A State Championships in Springfield on June 24, and two came home with medals.

Andrew Herbst finished second in the 145 pound weight class and Seth Stevens took fifth place at 138 pounds.

At 113 pounds, Edwin Estrada had a win before he dropped out in the second round of consolation.

Herbst had last second wins in the regional and sectional, and another to reach the finals in Springfield, but couldn’t come up with another against Blain Christie of Bishop McNamara in the final, scoring two points in the waning seconds but falling short 8-6.

Herbst was disappointed that he did not take the top honor but was happy with his performance.

“Christie was really good on his feet and was getting low on my legs,” he said. “I gave it everything I had but it was just not enough.”

The silver is the second state medal for Herbst who finished fourth as a sophomore. He missed almost all of the 2020 season after being injured in the third meet of the season.

Herbst opened with a first period pin and met Billy Tay of Ridgeview in the quarterfinal, coming from behind with a reverse and a scrape for a fall at 3:51.

In the semifinal, Herbst trailed Adel Gamboa of Reed-Custer 2-1 in the third, and let him up twice in the last minute.

Both times, Herbst scored double leg

takedowns, the second to the back for three points as time expired to advance 8-4.

Against Christie, he lost four takedowns, including a heel pick with 20 seconds left in the match. He picked up a penalty point and an escape as the clock wound down, but there was no time to score again.

Stevens pinned in his first two matches, taking a half nelson out front at 3:54 to defeat Andrew Hedges of Canton in the first round and pulling Joseph Giatta of El Paso back at the five minute mark.

He hit a hip toss and just missed a pin on eventual champion Will Rude of Newman in the second period of the semifinal, but he got turned with a turk and pinned in the Saturday night at 5:19.

He met Hedges again in the wrestleback semifinal. This time Hedges was ready and took Stevens down and went out front with a half nelson at 1:31.

Hedges finished third. Stevens’ opponent in the fifth place match was disqualified in the semifinal, so he did not have to wrestle.

Estrada got roughed up by eventual fourth place finisher Trevor Hedges of Canton in the opener, dropping a 17-0 technical fall at 3:45. In the first wrestleback, he escaped and got a takedown early in the third period and rode tough the rest of the way to take a 5-0 win.

Estrada scored three escapes in the second round of consolation including one with 25 seconds left but lost a fourth takedown late to be eliminated with a 9-3 loss.

SPORTS

Junior high wrestlers make good showing at tourney

BY RANDY HOLLAND Eight young Hawks participated in the IWCOA Fresh-Soph Championships on last week.

Competing in huge brackets against schools from all three classes, Oregon made a good showing.

Gabe Eckerd took seventh place at 160, winning his first two matches by falls and the medal match 4-0. His losses were to the second and third place medalists.

In the 120 class, Grant Stender had three wins including a pin before he was pinned by the eventual champion.

In the lower bracket, he was pinned by

the wrestler he defeated in the opening round, keeping him out of the medal mix.

Lane Halvorson had two pins to reach the 126 pound quarterfinals where he lost to the third place finisher.

At 132, Anthony Bauer had two pins in consolation, and Dalton McCammon pinned in the preliminary round of the 138 pound wrestlebacks. At 145, Trevor Burkhart had two pins in consolation before losing 8-1. Collin Winterland, 170 pounds, lost two matches by falls. Jonathon Alaniz pinned twice in the 220 pound championship bracket before he lost twice in consolation.

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Gabe Eckerd placed 7th at the Fresh/Soph State Tournament in Springfield.

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12 SPECIAL EVENTS

Wear read on July 29 to honor longtime volunteer A longtime Ogle County Fair volunteer and board member will be honored with a day dedicated to his memory at this year’s fair.

Everyone attending the event is encouraged to wear red on Red T-Shirt Day on Thursday, July 29 to honor Harlan Holm, Oregon, for his spirit of volunteerism and innumerable contributions to the fair.

Holm, a community volunteer for more than 25 years and fair board president for 12 years, always wore red work shirts. He also favored red Massey Ferguson farm tractors.

He was known for his willingness to pitch in and help out whenever asked and whatever the project, always with

a smile and friendly word. He gave countless hours to ensure the fair was success year after year.

Holm died unexpectedly on Aug. 25, 2020 at the age of 65.

Friend and fellow fair board member Stan Eden, Oregon, who lived on a neighboring farm, praised Holm’s dedication to his community and his family.

“Harlan would never say no to anything that would help the youth in 4-H, the community, and the fair,” Eden said. “He was an inspiring leader of the Ogle County Fair activities for many years. It was great to have him as a friend. He was generous, kind, hard-working, and loved his family. ”

Holm grew up on his family’s farm near Oregon, graduated from Oregon High School in 1973, and earned a degree in ag mechanics from Kishwaukee Community College in 1975.

He worked at Polo Motors for six years and farmed with his parents. He returned to full-time farming in 1979.

He and his wife Patricia raised their son and two daughters on the family farm.

The 167th Ogle County Fair will be held July 28-Aug. 1 at the Ogle County Fairgrounds on Lime Kiln Road, just off Ill. 64 a mile west of Oregon.

For more information and the fair schedule visit the website at www. oglecountyfair.com.

RED SHIRT DAY AND CEREMONY In Memory of Harlan Holm Thursday, July 29th

Golf Cart Parade on July 3; garage sales July 16-17 Grand Detour will host its third annual “Fourth of July Golf Cart Parade” on Saturday, July 3.

Line up is at 7:30 p.m. at the John Deere Historic Site. The parade will kickoff at 8 p.m.

This year’s Grand Marshals are Roger and Joanie Kelly.

Golf Carts, ATV’s, 4-wheelers and bicycles welcome.

“Decorate your cart with lots of red, white and blue,” said organizer Jim Ross. “Please spread the word to your family and friends. Bring on the red, white and blue and see you the 3rd!”

Last year, 50 decorated vehicles, decorated with various themes, took part in the event.

Kate Johnson and Joe Roth rode in their cart with Johnson wearing a cut

wedding gown complete with Nike tennis shoes and Roth wearing tuxedo shorts, along with a wedding cake made with five rolls of toilet paper. “In Sickness and in Health..A Covid Style Wedding”, was the name of the entry.

“We were supposed to be married this August, but our wedding is now next August,” said Johnson, a Grand Detour native, said in 2020. “We’re trying to make some fun out of it today as we plan to enjoy another year of being engaged.”

The cart, driven by Roth’s best man, Evan Schmidt, with Elizabeth Wheeler riding shotgun, was one of just over 50 golf carts and all-terrain vehicles that took part in the village’s second golf cart parade.

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The sales will start at 7:30 a.m.

As of June 29 there are 20+ sales.

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can contact Connie Ross at 815-9730988.

“There is a fee of $5 to be put on the map, this helps with the cost of advertising and the cost of printing maps,” Ross said.

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SPECIAL EVENT

Neil and Christa Merdian to celebrate 50th anniversary

19th Annual “Pound the Pavement” set for July 3

Neil and Christa Moats Anniversary”. If you would like to join them in congratulating Neil and Christa, cards may be sent to 1204 S. Lowell Park Road, Polo, IL 61064.

Join the Mt. Morris community along with people from across the US for the 19th Annual Lois Nelson Memorial Walk and Fun Run this year as “Pound the Pavement” begins on Saturday, July 3, at 9 a.m. at Dillehay Park in Mt. Morris.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. The event has grown to over 200 walkers/ runners, bikers and strollers along with 60 sponsors to support the walk.

This family friendly and now traditional 4th of July community event is also a fundraiser for Northwest Illinois Special Olympics, as Lois worked with developmentally disabled adults as her vocation and also supports the Let Freedom Ring Festival.

Pound the Pavement is a scenic

walk/fun run that travels approximately 4 miles around the streets of Mt. Morris. It followed the route that Lois walked every day, in any kind of weather.

Over the past years support has exceeded $130,000 and is allocated to the above organizations.

See the registration in this paper to sign up or become a sponsor for the walk.

For more information, contact Brittany Drozd at 815-973-4939 or bnelson85@gmail.com.

PUBLIC VOICE Thanks to all who helped make Chana School Museum Benefit Sale a success To the Editor, The Chana School Foundation would like to thank all the folks and organizations that helped to make this 2021 annual fundraiser to benefit the Chana School Museum a success.

The event was a great example of many people coming together to make something happen. Some people donated items, some people hauled items, some people sorted and displayed items, some people worked as clerks, some people cleaned up after the event, but all the people worked for the same goal.

The goal of raising funds for the old museum. This was the 23rd year for the annual sale. This year’s sale was the biggest sale by the number of donations and the amount of money raised.

We appreciate the Oregon and surrounding communities rallying to provide items for the sale. There are many to thank for their efforts to help make this year’s event happen.

First, we would like to thank the City of Oregon and the CMAAA Foundation for allowing us to use the Oregon Coliseum for this year’s annual benefit sale. The coliseum is located in the heart of Oregon making it easy for folks near and from afar to find the event.

We appreciate the Oregon Chamber Director, Liz Vos, for all her communication help both online and on signage in Oregon. She helped pull music and other organizations together for Saturday of the fundraiser.

A big “thank you” to Earleen Hinton of the Ogle County Newspapers and Brad Jennings of the Ogle County Life for their support in running articles , so the public would know about donating items and volunteering for the event. The newspapers were vital for the success of the event.

Our pickup crew worked a long day hauling large items. Ray Gruber, Dave Starke, Dave Stenger, Jerry Bowers, Brian Grover, and Gary Stauffer deserve a big “thank you” for their hard work in bringing items to the coliseum for the sale.

Volunteers, Volunteers, Volunteers! The Chana School Foundation would not exist if it weren’t for volunteers. This year’s sale was the largest and best yet thanks to all the

many donations and volunteers who came forward to do their part in helping with the sale.

We are happy that the Grand Detour Green 4H Group worked two mornings to help carry items into the coliseum and sort items.

The Chana School Museum was saved through the efforts of school children. Children have helped in many fundraisers through the years. This year the youngsters of the Grand Detour Green 4H Group stepped forward to help.

Once again the Chana School Foundation would like to thank everyone who helped to make our annual sale a huge success.

We are a not for profit organization that gets no tax support. We maintain the 1883 Chana School Museum through donations, the talents of volunteers, grants, and fundraisers.

We appreciate the community support that continues to back the old Chana School.

Thank you all!

Connie Stauffer Chana School Foundation Member

The course is open to people 55 and older who are auto policy holders. Those completing the course may be eligible for a discount on their auto insurance.

This program was developed by the National Safety Council and will be taught by safety specialist, Doug Sommer, Pekin.

The course is very informative, entertaining and relevant to today’s driving environment and standards. An examination is not required to complete the course or receive certification.

Reservations are required and class size is limited. Call the Ogle County Farm Bureau 815-732-2231 to make your reservation or for more information.

This program is open only to Farm Bureau members and COUNTRY Financial insureds.

Due to continued restrictions as a result of COVID we are asking that those persons enrolling in the course are fully vaccinated.

DRIVING CLASS Ogle County Farm Bureau to host defensive driving course in August The Ogle County Farm Bureau will host a Defensive Driving Course on Aug. 4 and 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ogle County Farm Bureau Building, 421 W Pines Rd, in Oregon.

Both days must be attended to receive the certification.

The registration fee of $10 covers course materials and lunch both days.

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Neil Merdian and Christa Moats were married July 17, 1971, at Emmanuel United Methodist Church (now Faith United Methodist Church) in Polo.

They are the proud parents of son, Matthew Merdian, daughter-in-law, Jen Merdian, and her two sons, Brandon and Gavin.

Neil retired in 2016, after 41 years of farming, and Christa retired from CliftonLarsonAllen accounting firm in 2019.

Grace Merdian and Eleanor Moats want to be the first to wish their son and daughter a very “Happy 50th

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My take on good, bad in state, local government COMMENTARY L

ast week was to be final column until the fall sports seasons begin, but a few more things need to be discussed. Let’s start with the good and bad of local and state government.

The good example comes from a grass roots effort

by Mt. Morris citizens and the open-mindedness of the Oregon school board in agreeing to delay its final vote on the closure of DLR school for 60 days.

Like Superintendent’s Tom Mahoney’s well-researched proposal to close DLR, an Advisory Board from Mt. Morris, led by Rob Urish, articulated its point quite well. This was no fly-by-night wild rambling of an angry citizenry, as what often happens when an emotional public issue comes up.

With the Oregon board willing to listen, can the community leaders from Mt. Morris come up with a plan that makes sense in keeping DLR open?

In sticky decisions like this, occasionally someone comes up with a brilliant idea or critical fact that hadn’t been considered, effectively changing the mindset of the project.

And, there are some sharp individuals working on the behest of Mt. Morris, as demonstrated by those that addressed the board.

One argument passionately made concerned the devastating effect the closure would have on Mt. Morris. The dilemma faced by the school board is fiduciary responsibility to taxpayers versus the social, economic and emotional toll on a town. Ultimately, a school board needs to do what is best for the district.

That may sound callous, but it is true. Here’s hoping a scenario presents itself that will benefit both entities.

Andy Colbert

Now on to the bad and that concerns the state of Illinois.

The Franklin Creek State Natural Area was looking for volunteers to help with trial work. The call went out to a lot of trail runners like myself who have benefited from using Franklin Creek.

Of course we would want to help. Giving back is part of the unwritten code of being a trail runner anywhere in this country.

However, we soon discovered it wasn’t quite as simple as showing up to help on the designated days. In a complete turn off to many of us, the Illinois DNR requires volunteers fill out an extensive background check, a criminal history check, sign a waiver and also give a copy of one’s driver’s license.

What is wrong with this state that so such a bureaucratic morass is leveled at kind-hearted folks with a desire to help out?

Some of us will be contacting our state rep Tom Demmer to register our complaints.

Franklin Creek isn’t too happy with it either, as it the higher ups who have made these dictates. All

Franklin asks for is a simple 1-page waiver form.

With all the paperwork, there must be a legal component to all of this, one that continues to do society more harm than good.

A couple other items: Kyle Zick stepped down as Forreston football coach and will be replaced by hometown product Kenyon Janicke.

After I received notification of this via e-mail from Kyle, I immediately sent him back a message thanking him for being gracious with his time as the head coach, being fun to talk to and his honestly in assessing his team.

Not all coaches are that easy to work with, especially head coaches in football and basketball. He quickly responded to any queries I had and was quite accessible for post-game interviews.

Overall, Forreston is outstanding in how their coaches provide information to the media. I trust Kenyon Janicke will be as easy to work with as coach Zick.

The state wrestling tournament is in the books and credit to the Illinois Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association for putting this on. Instrumental in this was Roy Snyder, formerly of Mt. Morris and current president of the association.

Platitudes from parents all over the state came in on the behalf of the IWCOA on its Facebook page.

Many a parent commented that they felt let down by the IHSA and the state of Illinois as a whole for not allowing a post season to be held and were grateful the IWCOA volunteers, both behind the scenes and upfront in filling the void.

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June 25 Regino Mercade, 21, of Genoa, was arrested at 7:49 a.m. for driving while suspended following a traffic stop at Illinois 251 and Carrie Avenue, Rochelle. Mercade was also wanted on an outstanding warrant out of Dekalb County. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Devin McDaniel, 42 of Rochelle, was arrested at 7:44 p.m. for not having a valid

driver’s license following a traffic stop at the intersection of Flagg Road and Scare Road, west of Rochelle. McDaniel was released on an Individual Bond and will appear in Ogle County Circuit Court at a later date.

At 8:27 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 1000 block of N. Meridian Road. Chana, for a report of a disturbance. After an investigation, Mason J. Wolter, 21, of Chana, was arrested for domestic battery and criminal damage to property.

Wolter was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was being held pending a court appearance.

June 27 Guillermo Rodriguez-Gonzalez, 39, of Chicago was arrested at 9:12 p.m. for driving while license suspended after being stopped for speeding, 97 mph in a 70 mph zone, on I88 at mile marker 77. Guillermo also received citations for speeding, no insurance, unlawful transportation of alcohol, and no front registration. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

June 29 At 2:54 p.m., deputies responded to the intersection of Ashelford Drive and North

Illinois Route 2 in rural Byron to an accident involving injuries.

Two cars were involved. A car driven by Elizabeth Hinshaw, 18, of Oregon struck the rear of a stopped car driven by Robert Koritz, 84, of Byron. Koritz and his wife, Joyce, 82, were not injured.

The only passenger in Hinshaw’s car was Whitney Kirk, 18 of Oregon. Both Hinshaw and Kirk were transported to Swedish American Hospital for minor injuries.

The Byron Police Department, The Byron Fire Protection District, and D & W Towing assisted at the scene of the crash.

The investigation is ongoing.

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

June 11 At 3:56 p.m., police took a report of a hit and run that had occurred in the 100 block of S. 8th Street where an unknown vehicle hit a parked 2014 Chrysler belonging to Steve Gruenberg, 49, of Oregon. Anyone with any information please contact the Oregon Police Department at 815-732-2162.

June 15 James A. Edgar, II, 68, of Oregon, was issued a city citation at 2:20 p.m. for violating the grass ordinance by allowing the grass on his property to be taller than six inches in height. This violation occurred in the 300 block of Mix Street.

Kendra N.F. Elliott, 24, of Stillman Valley, was arrested at 7:16 p.m. for driving while license revoked. Elliott was also issued citations for operating a vehicle while registration is suspended for noninsurance and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Elliott was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred in the 100 block of River Road.

June 17 Caleb J. S. Henson, 21, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 1:16 a.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 100 block of S. 4th Street.

Kristin N. Coggins, 20, of Janesville, Wisconsin, was issued citations at 5:22 a.m. for speeding, 54mph in a 30mph zone and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 600 block of N. 4th Street.

Christina G. Jordan, 42, of Oregon, was arrested at 10:48 p.m. for driving while license suspended, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug

paraphernalia. Jordan was transported to the Ogle County jail. These violations occurred at the intersection of Webster of 6th Streets.

speeding, 43 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 600 block of N. 4th Street.

June 18 Ellis W. Kereven-Roby, 22, of Rockford, was arrested at 8:01 p.m. on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear on a DUI charge. Kereven-Roby was transported to the Ogle County jail.

Sabrina N. Harvey-Lerma, 25, of Rockford, was arrested at 6:31 p.m. for improper container. Harvey-Lerma was also issued a citation for operation of a vehicle with an expired registration sticker. Harvey-Lerma was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

These violations occurred in the 600 block of N. 4th Street.

June 19 Thomas E. McDonald, 40, of Sterling, was issued citations at 12:30 a.m. for failure to signal within 100 feet of turning and speeding, 42 mph in a 30 mph zone. These violations occurred in the 500 block of Gale Street.

Kevin H. Siefken, 40, of Albert Lea, Minnesota, was issued a citation at 9:50 a.m. for speeding, 44 mph in a 30 mph zone.

This violation occurred in the 600 block of N. 4th Street.

Robyn S. Terwilliger, 65, of Galva, was issued a citation at 1:49 p.m. for speeding, 45 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 600 block of N. 4th Street.

Troy J. Anning, 43, of Rochelle, was issued a citation at 6:38 p.m. for operating a vehicle with an expired registration. This violation occurred in the 400 block of E. Washington Street.

Jason D. Paul, 46, of Oregon, was issued citations at 7:13 p.m. for operating a vehicle with no valid registration and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 100 block of N. 4th Street.

Five parking tickets and 12 verbal warnings issued June 14-20.

June 22 Joseph J. Benes, 72, of Arlington Heights, was issued a citation at 5:52 p.m. for

At 9:31 p.m., police responded to the 200 block of Nohe Avenue for an unwanted subject call that resulted in the arrest of Richard L. Gallagher, 37, Oregon, for criminal trespass to real property. Gallagher was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

June 23 Christina G. Jordan, 42, of Oregon, was arrested at 1:04 a.m. on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Jordan was also charged with improper container. Jordan was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred in the 500 block of Madison Street.

Omar Rodriguez-Mendiola, 41, of Rockford, was issued a citation at 4:36 a.m. for speeding, 43 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 600 block of N. 4th Street.

Stephen M. Dexter, 26, of Dixon, was arrested at 1:37 p.m. on an outstanding Lee County warrant for failure to appear on a traffic offense. Dexter was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

June 24 At 4:59 p.m., police investigated a

two-vehicle traffic crash in the parking lot of Ace Hardware/Snyder Pharmacy, 201 N. 4th Street, involving a 2003 Chevrolet driven by Sherry R. Deliso, 70, of Oregon, and a parked 2019 Ford belonging to Force Electric Tech, LLC, Oregon. No citations were issued.

Robert M. Disch, 50, of Oregon, was arrested at 7:19 p.m. for the Class 4 felony of driving while license revoked. Disch was also issued citations for operating a vehicle with an expired registration, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and illegal transportation of alcohol as a driver.

Disch was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred at the intersection of 10th and Webster Streets.

June 25 Debra A. Johnson, 53, of Byron, was issued a citation at 8:15 p.m. for speeding, 43 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 700 block of N. 4th Street.

June 26 Wade T. Hendrickson, 57, of Mt. Morris, was issued citations at 5:39 a.m. for speeding, 43 mph in a 30 mph zone, and for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 500 block of W. Washington Street.

Chase A. Beitel, 18, of Byron, was issued a citation at 7:09 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 700 block of N. 4th Street.

Eleven parking tickets and 18 verbal warnings June 11-27.

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

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16 OBITUARY MARGARET E. WORLEY MT. MORRIS - Margaret Ellen (Ray) Worley passed away on June 25, 2021 at the age of 94.

Margaret was born on Aug. 30, 1926 to Arthur and Fay (Simmons) Ray. She grew up on the family farm, helping her father with the outdoor work while her sister helped their mom with the indoor work.

She graduated from Roseville High School and studied at Western Illinois University, after which she taught at a one-room school during World War II.

Margaret married J.R. Worley on Sept. 1, 1946 after his return from service. They moved to Mt. Morris where they had two children, Jo and Chris.

Margaret became active in the Disciples of Christ Christian Church as the church organist and participated in the outreach ministries they provided.

Margaret was also involved in the community, participating in the community choir, interfaith activities, 4-H leader, member of Mt. Morris Women’s Club and PEO. She took a job at Ridenour Insurance Agency when they needed interim help, and ended up staying for 30-plus years.

Margaret was an excellent baker, providing many decorated cakes for family and friends.

She loved her roses, although one time she confused the poison container for the watering container, killing all her roses.

She was also an excellent seamstress, spending countless hours sewing clothing for her family, even suits and ties for her husband. She knitted sweaters, crocheted,cross-stitched - she did it all.

Her apple dumplings were absolutely the best ever. But her greatest accomplishment was her dedication to her children, unwavering support for her husband and eventually her grandchildren.

In retirement Margaret and her husband enjoyed travel and visiting family.

Margaret is survived by her daughters, Jo (Mike) Sanders and Chris (Steve) Stabile; five grandchildren, Nis Lovstad, James and

Evan Sanders, Olivia (Steve) Schiller, and Jesse (Lauren) Stabile; six great-grandchildren, Elizabeth and Hunter Lovstad, Jon and Christopher Schiller, and Jack and Ellie Stabile; and three nephews, Larry, Jerry, and Tom Gearhart.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Fay (Simmons) Ray; husband, J.R. Worley; and sister, Evelyn Gearhart.

A private family service will be held in Plainview Cemetery, Mt. Morris. Memorials to PEO Chapter KP, in care of Sue Halloran, PO Box 314, Paris, IL 61944.

Many thanks to the staff at Family First, Oregon, where she resided for 14 years and received excellent care.

Douglas E. and Heidi M. Lockard, also Furman to Marc and Julie Campbell, 7633 N. Winding Oak Lane, Stillman Valley, $365,000.

Carl E. and Gail A. Herbert to Melanie Marr, 413 Wayne Road, Rochelle, $151,900.

Erich Huber to Michael Huber, 5927 N. Meridian Road, Davis Junction, $175,000.

Areli P. and Cristian Villa to Iridian V. Diaz, 728 Golden Prairie Drive, Davis Junction, $160,000.

Jayson R. and Heather D. Newlin to Danielle Higgins, 1106 Lincoln Hwy., Rochelle, $130,000.

Eleanor H. Stouffer to Carl E. and Sheryl A. Morris, 208 W. Brayton Road, Mt. Morris, $78,000.

Lee L. and Vicki K. Hunt to John E. and Diana M. Halko, 106 N. Congress Ave., Polo, $235,000.

Rachel K. and Chad A. Stenberg to Jacquelyn D. Johnston, 7 E. Hitt St., Mt. Morris, $72,000.

Ronald C. and Mariann D. Tilton to Tim and Jennifer Boehle, 2874 E. Orchid Lane, Oregon, $395,000.

Mick G. and Erin Schoenholz to Alex Kingery Reed, 5057 and 5073 S. Hidden Heights Road, Oregon, $237,000.

The late Robert L. Brashaw by heirs to Robbie R. and Gwendolyn J. Zimmerman, 801 Fairground Circle Drive, Oregon, $227,500.

The late Norma Jean Castelli by heirs to

Allen Wirfs, 129 W. Roosevelt St., Stillman Valley, $160,000.

James R. and Sue Ellen Heim to Samual R. Johanning and Laurie M. Eyster, 9268 E. Oak Ridge Drive, Rochelle, $234,000.

Ryan E. and Jacqueline Batlor to Kyle K. Putzstuck, 10330 E. Kuehl Court, Rochelle, $100,000.

Jacqlyn A. Johnson to Henry J. and Beverly J. Labonde, 1620 Knights Lane, Rochelle, $216,000.

Christopher A. Mortensen to John P. Hamilton, 5523 S. Greenland Drive, Rochelle, $158,000.

Daniel Rodefelt to Five Star Engineering LLC, 1050 N. Main St., Rochelle, $157,000.

Jason J. and Rhonda D. Sullivan to Kolin W. Erb and Keli E. Jordan Gardner, 9586 E. Marquand Drive, Rochelle, $368,000.

John L. Altman Jr. to Justyn Langley, 506 S. Garden Ave., Forreston, $45,000.

David M. and Hilaree J. Lombardo to John A. Lydon, 8611 N. Verde Drive, Stillman Valley, $175,000.

Valerie A. Statler and Dina M. Lillyman to Dina M. Lillyman, two parcels in Pine Creek Township, Mt. Morris, $0.

Valerie A. Statler and Dina M. Lillyman to Valerie A. Statler, one parcel in Pine Creek Township, Mt. Morris, $0.

Adam Watson to Ralph T. Snyder III Trust, 210 N. Park Drive and one other parcel in Dixon, $234,000.

Michael F. Hartman to Mark E. and Teresa L. Bocker Trust, Mark E. and Teresa L. Bocker, trustees, one parcel in Polo, $117,988.

The late Shirley A. Coffman by heirs, and Estate of Lori A. Coffman to Brush Creek Family Farms LLC, 8985 W. Brush Road, Leaf River, $0.

PROPERTY TRANSFERS These Ogle County property transfers were record for June 18-24 Warranty Deeds Brian J. and Lyndsey N. Busser to Nicholas E. and Crystal M. Foshe Henson, 9509 N. Woodgate Lane, Byron, $359,000.

Lesly J. and Linda J. Mennen to Lance Mennen, 207 Sunset Lane, Mt. Morris, $81,000.

Sharlene Dodd to Francisco Sandoval, 306 Irene Ave., Rochelle, $133,000.

Kent R. and Colleen H. Oltman to Trevor Taylor, 111 Windward Lane, Rochelle, $216,700.

Veronica Sarabia to Maria Del Carmen Herrada, 5396 S. Wendell Drive, Rochelle, $106,000.

Elsa Milan, also Ocha to Lorenzo Munoz, 204 Irene Ave., Rochelle, $112,000.

Brenda Metzger to Alfredo and Maria D. Lopez, 309 N. 14th St., Rochelle, $63,000.

Patricia A. Mann to Gerhardt C. and Sandra Wittstock, 1114 Lakeview Drive, Rochelle, $137,100.

Leonardo G. Galvan to Herman L. and Catherine L. Ramsey, 11789 Flagg Road, Rochelle, $72,492.06.

Andrew Halverson to Jose M. and Sonia Hueramo, 315 N. 8th St., Rochelle, $118,500.

Connie and Randy, also Randall Williams to Karrie Jerdee, 845 N. Woolf Court, Rochelle, $0.

Quit Claim Deed Jacob Henry to Adam Arnold, 807 Cottonwood Court, Dixon, $0.

Trustees Deeds Vernon H. Volz Revocable Trust1, Jeanne A. Kuhn and John A. Volz, trustees to Kevin A. Becerra, 112 W. Fulton St., Polo, $97,000.

Marjorie I. Ewald Trust, Marjorie I. Ewald, trustee to Elixir Real Estate LLC, 1133 N. Seventh St., Unit 602, Rochelle, $67,000.

Christians Family Trust, Dolores Wolber and Cheryl Christians, trustees to Tamara K. Sloan Revocable Trust, Kamara K. Sloan, trustee, 110 Katies Way, Mt. Morris, $130,000.

Janet L. Weeks Trust2010, SVA Trust Co. LLC and Wealth Enhancement Trust Services LLC, trustees, 2440 W. Pines Road, Oregon, $160,000.

Rachael M. Rogers Revocable Trust1, Rachael M. Rogers, trustee to JD & MB Investments LLC, 413 E. Wayne St., Polo, $48,000.

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EQUIPMENT - Glencoe 9 shank soil saver; 22í fi eld cultivator; Bush Hog rotill 4≠ 38î ; Krause wing disk 9î spacings; cultimulcher 13í ; MF 4B semi mt plow; McFarlane hyd drag cart; 4 sec drag & cart; IH grain drill 13í , grass seed, DD; JD 7100 planter 4≠ 38î ; 3pt cultivator; NH 1431 discbine 13í 6î (#Y8B232097); Kuhn tedder GA3200GT; H&S bi≠ fold 8 wheel rake; NH 5 bar rake; NI 4865 rd baler, twine; assorted bale spears & movers; NH 268 baler w/ kicker; 2ó 16í kicker racks on gears; metal hayrack & gear; NH 790 chopper, 2R corn hd & hay hd; 2 forage boxes on gears; Bushnell gravity box on gear; Woods B320 batwing, 540 PTO, hard tires; Gehl 8210 feed wagon; Knight Mini Augie w/scale (#179); 2 smaller auger wagons; Knight 1040 tandem axle spreader, top beater, slop gate, Knight 350 for parts; vacuum manure tank; liquid manure pump & agitator; auger 8î x60í PTO; Snowco grain cleaner; Hanson 3pt snowblower, 540 PTO (#101909); portable bale conveyor; 3pt box blade w/hyd gate.

LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT - Large assortment of silver cattle gates, corral panels & hay feeders; 10 H cement feed bunks; 2 wood feed bunks; cement hog dividers 3í 6î tall; True Test single hog elec scale; hog catch chute; cattle oiler w/mineral feeder; 2 hopper bottom feed tanks; Foremost cattle chute (no wheels); various barb wire & posts; 3pt posthole digger; 14ñ 6x6x20 wood posts; 7 wood trusses 36í ; assorted used lumber.

TOOLS - MISCELLANEOUS - Hobart Iron Man 230 wire welder; Lincoln generator welder 225 amp; acet torch, gauges & tanks; 5500 watt generator; metal cutting band saw; metal lathe; fl oor model drill press; bench grinder; Pacemaker 80 gal upright twin cyl air compressor; portable air compressor; 2î & 3î gas powered water pumps; Alkota 3850 hot water pressure washer; 16,000 BTU LP heater; cherry picker; chain hoist; hyd press; lg fl oor jack; trans jack; tubing bender; Stihl cement saw; Stihl chain saws; radial arm saw; portable cement mixer; 3 Craftsman rolling tool boxes loaded with tools; hyd analyzer; various hand power tools; lg amount of specialty tools; lots of misc shop items; IH front wgts; MF 640 V8 engine; Perkins 354 engine; various turbos; 2ó 500 gal fuel tanks; fuel supply tank; saddles & tack plus misc household items; there will approx. 90ó 100 farm toy tractors, mostly 1/64 collected from the Farm Progress Shows and other events. For a full listing of toy tractors, check websites to get attachment or email slpaspolo@ gmail.com to your copy.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAMP TRUST 2007-HE2, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE2 PLAINTIFF, -vsSheila J. Tracy; DEFENDANTS NO. 20 CH 50 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on April 16, 2021; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on August 13, 2021 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Commonly known as 206 East Chicago Avenue, Davis Junction, IL 61020 Permanent Index No.: 11-23-156-004 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

The judgment amount was $78,696.90. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk LOGS Legal Group LLP 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 U.S. Bank National Association, as Successor in Interest to Bank of America National Association, Successor by Merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for GSAMP Trust 2007-HE2, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-HE2 One of Plaintiff's Attorneys LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119) Michael N. Burke (6291435) Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452) Joseph M. Herbas (6277645) Michael Kalkowski (6185654) Laura J. Anderson (6224385) Jenna R. Vondran (6308109) Thomas Belczak (6193705) THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. July 2, 9, 16, 2021

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MARIEL HOLM AND PATRICIA HOLM - OWNERS Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Clerks: Public Auction Service Lenny Bryson (IL#440000158) Lyle & Sheryl Hopkins 815≠ 946≠ 4120 (IL#440000185) Mark Ebert 815≠ 946≠ 2660 (IL#440000341) Terms ≠ Cash, good check, Master Card, Visa, Discover, and American Express credit cards. Sales Tax will be charged on any non≠ exempt purchases, while exempt farm related items must fi ll out a ST≠ 587 or CRT≠ 61 form. All items must be settled for day of sale. Number system will used, have proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold.

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ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on May 19, 2021, a certificate was filed in the office of the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and postoffice addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as, White Pines Lodge located at 6712 W. Pines Rd. Mt. Morris, IL 61054

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Dated this 19th day of May, 2021.

Laura J. Cook Ogle County Clerk July 2, 9, 16, 2021

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F19080144 LCARE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY-OREGON, ILLINOIS Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff, vs.

Rachele Wasmund aka Rachele Acres; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Jonathan P. Acres aka Jonathan Acres; Defendants.

CASE NO. 19 CH 70 156 Autumnwood Lane, Davis Junction, Illinois 61020 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above ent-titled cause on December 6, 2019, I, Sheriff, Brian VanVickle of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on July 30, 2021, commencing at 10:00 AM , at the Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 S. 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, Room , to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 156 Autumnwood Lane, Davis Junction, Illinois 61020 P.I.N.: 11-22-452-001 First mortgage Lien Position; SingleFamily Residence; Judgment Amount $211,689.03 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND COURT COSTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the of Ogle County.

The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Sales Department at Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL, 60563, (630) 453-6960. For bidding instructions, visit www.dallegal.com 24 hours prior to sale.

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

Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 | 866-402-8661 | 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 64727, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 MidwestPleadings@dallegal.com THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. R410

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LEGAL NOTICES INVITATION FOR BIDS The City of Oregon, Illinois, will receive sealed bids for an ADA Improvements project until 11:00 o'clock A.M. on the 14th day of July, at the City Hall, located at 115 North 3rd Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

The proposed work consists of one contract: “New Accessible Ramp and New Emergency Egress Stairs - City of Oregon Coliseum” and includes concrete steps and sidewalk removal and new sidewalk, steps and accessible ramp construction on the south side of the existing building. The contract also includes the removal of existing concrete steps and railings on the north side of the building, and the replacement of those steps with steel steps on a concrete pad.

Copies of the Contract Documents, including Construction Drawings and Specifications, may be obtained electronically in PDF format from McCloud & Associates, LLC, 601 W Third St., Sterling, IL. Contact: Eryn Young eryn@aomc3archi tects.com July 2, 2021 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Polo, Illinois, will hold a Public Hearing on the 2021/22 Appropriation Ordinance on Monday July 19, 2021 at 6:45p.m. in the Polo City Hall Council Chambers, 115 S. Franklin Ave., Polo, Illinois.

All interested citizens will be given an opportunity to ask questions concerning the entire Appropriation Ordinance as well as to express their views either verbally or in writing. The proposed appropriation may be examined in the City Clerk?s office at City Hall from July 6, 2021 until its

LEGAL NOTICES , passage on July 19, 2021 between the hours of 8:00a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday through Friday.

SYDNEY BARTELT City of Polo City Clerk July 2, 2021 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on June 3, 2021, a certificate was filed in the office of the County Clerk of Ogle County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post-office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the

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business as, Kneez in the Breeze located at 215 Washington St., Oregon, IL 61061

Dated this 3rd day of June, 2021.

Laura J. Cook, Ogle County Clerk June 18, 25, July 2, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS Estate of: VALDENE G. SNODGRASS, Deceased.

No. 2021P46 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of

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LEGAL NOTICES is given o the death of VALDENE G. SNODGRASS. Letters of Office were issued to DOUGLAS FITZGERALD, 17573 Grandview Dr., Sterling, IL 61081, as Representative, whose attorneys are WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C., 202 E. 5th Street, Sterling, Illinois 61081.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S 5th St #300, Oregon, IL 61061, or with the Representative, or both, on or before January 5, 2022, and any claim not filed

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LEGAL NOTICES within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: June 28, 2021 Douglas Fitzgerald, Representative Kyle G. Carlock ARDC 6285873 WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C. Attorneys for Estate 202 E. 5th Street P.O. Box 400 Sterling, IL 61081 P: 815.625.8200 carlock@wmpj.com July 2, 9, 16, 2021

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F19080144 LCARE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY-OREGON, ILLINOIS Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff, vs.

Rachele Wasmund aka Rachele Acres; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Jonathan P. Acres aka Jonathan Acres; Defendants.

CASE NO. 19 CH 70 156 Autumnwood Lane, Davis Junction, Illinois 61020 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above ent-titled cause on December 6, 2019, I, Sheriff, Brian VanVickle of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on July 30, 2021, commencing at 10:00 AM , at the Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 S. 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, Room , to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: LOT ONE HUNDRED FORTY-TWO (142) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 5 OF HARVEST GLENN SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH HALF (1/2) OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK D OF PLATS ON PAGE 42 AS DOCUMENT NO. 01-09248 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTT, THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 156 Autumnwood Lane, Davis Junction, Illinois 61020 P.I.N.: 11-22-452-001 First mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $211,689.03 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND COURT COSTS REQUIRED

BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the of Ogle County.

The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Sales Department at Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL, 60563, (630) 453-6960. For bidding instructions, visit www.dallegal.com 24 hours prior to sale.

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

Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 | 866-402-8661 | 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 64727, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 MidwestPleadings@dallegal.com THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. R410 8190-915389 June 25, 2021 July 2, 9, 2021

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAMP TRUST 2007-HE2, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE2 PLAINTIFF, -vsSheila J. Tracy; DEFENDANTS NO. 20 CH 50 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on April 16, 2021; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on August 13, 2021 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: LOT 2 IN BLOCK 7 IN THE TOWN OF DAVIS JUNCTION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK A OF PLATS, PAGE 170 AS DOCUMENT NO. 65505, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 206 East Chicago Avenue, Davis Junction, IL 61020 Permanent Index No.: 11-23-156-004 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

The judgment amount was $78,696.90. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk LOGS Legal Group LLP 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 U.S. Bank National Association, as Successor in Interest to Bank of America National Association, Successor by Merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for GSAMP Trust 2007-HE2, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-HE2 One of Plaintiff's Attorneys LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119) Michael N. Burke (6291435) Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452) Joseph M. Herbas (6277645) Michael Kalkowski (6185654) Laura J. Anderson (6224385) Jenna R. Vondran (6308109) Thomas Belczak (6193705) THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. 8190-915899 July 2, 9, 16, 2021

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