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VOLUME 52 NO. 11 • SERVING THE MOUNT MORRIS AREA SINCE 1967

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FRIDAY, January 4, 2019 • $1.00

Real Bread

Stepping Down Water & Sewer Superintendent Gene Ashton retires Dec. 31 / 5

SPORTS

Tournament Action Oregon finds tough competition at the Dixon Holiday Tournament. / 15

Explosion A man escapes injury after a quarter stick of dynamite explodes in his truck. / 3

Jen Koertner slices a loaf of cranberry orange bread for a bread tray. Turn to page 2 for the story. Photo by Vinde Wells

INDEX

One Section - 32 Pages

Church News............12 College & Service..... 9 Classifieds......... 24-28 Entertainment.....10-11

Mt. Morris Library.... 7 Marriage Licenses.... 8 Public Voice............... 4 Property Transfers.. 23

Senior Center............ 7 Sheriff’s Arrests...... 22 State Police............. 23 Social News..........9-10

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Koertner believes in and makes “real” bread Savory, fruited/sweet, and neutral breads done the old-fashioned way BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com From green olive parmesan to cinnamon swirl raisin, Jennifer Koertner makes her breads the old-fashioned way. “I believe in real bread,” Koertner said. “I believe in how bread is supposed to be, how it originated and how it started.” She offers more than 20 kinds of bread at her business Jen’s Artisan Breads, at the Pinecrest Grove Community Center, and frequently adds more to her list. “We’re always open to trying new things. We welcome creative suggestions,” she said. Koertner and her employee Sarah Meacham share what Koertner calls a “passion for bread.” “Sarah is my partner in bread crimes,” she joked. Koertner comes by the passion honestly. “My mother and my grandmothers were bakers,” she said. “I grew up with nothing comes out of a box. It was all homemade.” A tour of duty in Europe while she was in the U.S. Army enhanced her appreciation for tried and true methods. “I fell in love with real bread when I was stationed in Germany,” she said. She started her business in 2013. “After my girls went to school I needed a job and this was it,” she said. The business’ move to Pinecrest Grove in October has boosted sales. “I have a lot more visibility,” Koertner said. Her days start early. On Tuesday and Friday baking days, Koertner begins stirring up dough by 4 a.m., making 120 loaves per week. She makes savory breads like green olive parmesan, fruited and sweet breads like cinnamon raisin swirl, neutral breads like country white, and specialty items such as biscotti and high octane bars. All of her bread doughs are fermented for 15 to 24 hours before baking, allowing the flavors to blend and necessary chemical reactions to take place. Koertner said she uses very little yeast, instead allowing the naturally occurring leavening in the flour to work. The process means even those who are gluten-sensitive can eat her breads, she said. After the breads are baked, Koertner

Jen Koertner arranges slices of her artisan breads on a platter for a customer. Photo by Vinde Wells

Where to get Jen’s Breads Online at jensbread.com, call 815-978-3185, or on Tuesday and Friday at Hazel’s Cafe & Chocolates, 307 W. Washington St., Oregon, or McKendrie Street Cafe, 500 Evergreen Lane, Mt. Morris delivers her products, which are ordered by individuals as well as Hazel’s Cafe & Chocolates in Oregon and the McKendrie Street Cafe, also at Pinecrest Grove. Special orders are a large percentage of her business. She offers her breads at local events, such as the summer concerts in downtown Mt. Morris, the farmer’s market in

Oregon, and justly recently at the Byron indoor farmer’s market. In April, Koertner will present a program at the Byron Public Library for National Grilled Cheese Day. The breads can be ordered online at jensbread.com or picked up fresh on Tuesday and Friday at Hazel’s and McKendrie Street Cafe.

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A Mt. Morris man escaped injury on Christmas Eve when a stick of dynamite exploded inside the pickup truck he was driving. His two female passengers were transported to area hospitals for minor injuries. Mt. Morris Police Chief Jason White said Walter Coil, 66, unsuccessfully attempted to throw a quarter stick of dynamite he had lighted from the window of his truck. The dynamite instead exploded inside the truck, causing Coil to lose control of the vehicle, jump a curb, and strike the west side of the former Mt. Morris Township Building on the southeast corner of East Center Street and South Wesley Avenue. The incident occurred at 8:55 p.m. Police arrested Coil for reckless conduct and transported him to the Ogle County Jail where he posted bond. One of his passengers was transported by Mt. Morris ambulance to KSB Hospital, Dixon, and the other was taken by Oregon ambulance to OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, Rockford. The Mt. Morris Fire Department Mt. Morris firefighters work at the scene Christmas Eve after Walter Coil’s pick-up truck struck the west side of the former Mt. Morris Township building at the corner of East Center Street and South Wesley Avenue. Photo courtesy of the Mt. Morris Fire Department assisted at the scene.

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ART SCENE

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“Nothin,” a digital photographic composite by Sam Tucibat, of Baileyville, will be one of the artworks on display at the 15th Regional Survey of Art Jan. 5 through Feb. 23 at The Next Picture Show, 113 W. First St., Dixon. Photo supplied

Local artist to be featured at regional art show An Ogle County artist will be featured in the upcoming 15th Regional Survey of Art at The Next Picture Show, 113 W. First St., Dixon. “Nothin,” a digital photographic composite by Sam Tucibat, of Baileyville, will be one of the artworks on display at the exhibit, which will

be open for viewing Saturday, Jan. 5 through Saturday, Feb. 23. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment. The Regional Survey Art Show is the the longest running and most popular art exhibit at TNPS since its

opening in 2004. It focuses on the work of area artists and seeks to identify current trends in the Rock River Valley art world. More than 90 original works, by 34 artists, have been accepted including acrylic, pencil, scanography,

alcohol ink, mixed media, digital photography, pastel, oil, and watercolor. The exhibit will kick off with a reception and awards presentation on Friday, Jan. 11 at 6 p.m. with music by Chuck and Bev Kearns, of Oregon.

Sincerely, Joyce Gatz, Nancy Adams, & Cindy Bauling 2018 Christmas Basket Committee

Thanks to everyone who helped pack and deliver the boxes. Thanks to the township for letting us use their building, which is very convenient. Larry Dikkers Forreston Lions Club

able to increase its contribution to the library budget for its fiscal year by $1,500. This year’s commitment to the library from the Mt. Morris Community Foundation will total $27,500. This year the foundation was also able to gift the library with $5,000 for programming. Additionally, the foundation helped support an author visit and give-away books for Oregon Elementary School. We can all help support our library by becoming a member of the Mt. Morris Community Library Foundation. Your membership counts in financial ways. There will also be opportunities to support by volunteering throughout the year. A yearly membership is $25, while a lifetime membership is $100. Stop in the library at 105 S. McKendrie Ave. for further information about joining the foundation. Mary Gardner Mt. Morris

PUBLIC VOICE Polo Council of Churches says thanks for the donations Dear Editor, On behalf of the Polo Community Council of Churches Christmas Basket committee, we would like to thank all who contributed to make the 2018 Christmas Basket project a success. Thank you to all of the volunteers who gave their time to sort, pack, and deliver the baskets. A total of 168 baskets of food were given to families in the Polo area this year. The surplus food collected was donated to the Polo Lifeline Food Pantry. We would also like to thank the Faith Discovery Church for the use of their church to host this event and the Polo Town & Country Days Committee for donating the children’s gift bags. Special thank you to the generosity of Deuth Farms for the packages of sausages provided, as well as the anonymous donor who provided for the hams.

Lions Club appreciated help Dear Editor, The Forreston Lions Club has many people to thank for helping put our food baskets together this year. First of all, thanks to the Forreston State Bank, the high school, junior high, grade school, and Leo Club for collecting food. Thanks to the Forreston Insurance Company for paying for the fresh fruit for the baskets. Thanks to the State Bank for their contribution toward our baskets. Thanks to the bank, library, and Koeller Hardware for hosting the angels. Thanks to the fire department for donating several smoke alarms. This year we delivered 66 food boxes and had gifts for 57 angels.

Mt. Morris Community Library Foundation seeks new members Dear Editor, The Mt. Morris Community Library Foundation supports library programs at the Mt. Morris Public Library throughout the year. The volunteer foundation board provides treats for special programs and events. They also host bake sales and an ice cream social in the summer. Proceeds from these go back to the foundation. Another job of the foundation is to manage funds and estate gifts. This past year the foundation was

VILLAGE NEWS

Career began in 1979 in Street Department BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com

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Gene Ashton had mixed emotions about retiring this week as Mt. Morris Water & Sewer Superintendent after almost 30 years working fulltime in that department. Ashton, 67, who stepped down Dec. 31, said it’s a job he has really loved. He’s worked for five village presidents and four village trustees. “They’ve treated me well and I hate to give it up,” he said. “It’s a good job and I’ve enjoyed it.” Most of all, he said, he enjoyed the residents he served. “I used to know everyone in town,” he said. Ashton moved to Mt. Morris when he was in high school. “I enjoyed the town and always wanted to work for them,” he said. His career began in the village Street Department in May of 1979 working part-time with then Street Superintendent Art Carr. Ten years later, on June 17, 1989, village officials asked him to go to full-time with the Water & Sewer Department. “I thought I’d try it,” Ashton said. “I didn’t know anything about it but I went to school to learn it.” After six months of classes, he had earned his Class C water license, and after a year he has his Class 4 sewer license. His schooling continued until he also earned his Class 3 and then Class 4 sewer licenses. “It’s hard to go back to school when you’re in your 30s,” Ashton recalled with a laugh. He was put in charge of the department after six years on the job. Ashton’s job entails checking the village’s four wells daily, testing the water, and keeping records on how much each well pumps each day. He keeps records required by

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Mt. Morris Water & Sewer Superintendent Gene Ashton stands next to the map of the village he has served for more than three decades. Ashton retired on Dec. 31, but will continue to assist his department on a part-time basis. Photo by Vinde Wells the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and does the monthly and quarterly sampling the agency mandates as well. The samples must be taken in several different places throughout the village each time they are required. On the sewer end, the IEPA requires sampling twice a week. The four village lift stations are also checked daily. Besides that, Ashton and his crew of two fix water and sewer main breaks — sometimes in the middle of the night or the dead of winter, clean sewer mains annually, and

do needed maintenance on both the water and sewer systems. Over the years Ashton has trained six new employees who then moved on to other jobs in the field. The biggest change he has seen over the last three decades is that IEPA requirements have become stricter and more numerous. The new sewer plant, completed in 2013, brought advances in technology. “It’s mostly computer run,” he said. “The water end of it hasn’t changed much.” Even though officially retired,

Ashton will continue to work for the village for a while, helping out when his expertise is needed and doing the IEPA paperwork because he has the necessary licenses. Water & Sewer Department employees Chad Stauffer and C.J. Ostrander are taking the needed classes to become licensed. Ashton has no other definite plans for retirement but is considering getting a part-time job - “something where I can help someone,” he said. He and his wife Deb have two grown daughters and four grandchildren.

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STATE LAWS

Two new laws affecting motorists took effect Jan. 1 Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White alerts drivers that two new laws will impact them. The new laws took effect Jan. 1 and include child passenger and bike safety initiatives. The first law will require parents and caregivers to secure children in rear-facing safety seats until they are 2 years old or weigh 40 pounds or more or measure 40 or more inches tall. “Children are five times safer riding in a rear-facing seat because their head, neck and spine are better protected in a crash,” White said. “Let’s make sure we keep our children safe by putting them in an

appropriate car seat that is properly installed.” Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1-13, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Illinois Child Passenger Protection Act states that children under age 8 must be secured in an appropriate child restraint system, including booster seats. Car seats have been shown to reduce fatal injury by 71 percent for infants and 54 percent for toddlers, according to NHTSA. The Secretary of State’s office, through its Keep Me in a Safe Seat program, provides child safety seat

inspections by certified child safety seat technicians at 10 driver services facilities throughout the state. For additional information or to schedule an appointment, call 866247-0213 or visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com. The second law enacted at the beginning of the year places more emphasis on bicycle safety for those taking Secretary of State driver exams. Test questions on the Dutch Reach, a technique drivers are encouraged to use in order to avoid hitting bicyclists with their car doors and other bike safety measures will be included on the Secretary of State’s driv-

er’s exam and in the 2018-19 Rules of the Road. “This legislation will help improve safety between drivers and bicyclists who share the roads,” said White. “By adding questions to our written exam about bike safety, drivers will be more aware of the deadly consequences that can occur if they do not follow the Rules of the Road.” White also reminds Illinoisans that the office issues the Bicycle Rules of the Road to ensure safe bike travel. To obtain a free copy of the Bicycle Rules of the Road, visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com or any Secretary of State’s Driver Services Facility.

ELECTION 2019

Full slate of candidates run for local school boards BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com Three local school districts each have a full slate of candidates seeking office in the April 2 Consolidated Election. In Forrestville Valley, incum-

Pine Creek News By Karen Merlak Here we stand at the end of another year. We take the time to reflect on the moments that have turned into memories and look forward to a new year of opportunities. We thank our loving Father for His presence in the memories and for His strength to face the new year. This morning in church, we were greeted by Martha Johannsen. With Rev. Charlotte Hoppe on vacation, our guest speaker for the morning was Pastor Ken Zuithoff. I was very glad to be back to worship with our church family. On Christmas Eve, many family

bents Donald E. Cook, John M. Reining, Shaun M. Gallagher, and April Moore filed petitions last month for four open seats on the school board. All are four-year terms. Cook is also seeking a four-year term on the Forreston Village Board.

In Polo, three incumbents David Bucher, Michael Ryan, and Yancy L. Webster, along with newcomer Deanna Mumford are running for four seats on the school board. In the Oregon School District, incumbents Molly H. Baker and Mary Jo Griffin and newcomer

Rebecca K. Duke have filed for three seats on the board. Also on the April 2 ballot will be village boards, city councils, community college boards, regional school boards, library boards, fire protection boards, park boards, and forest preserve boards.

members and friends gathered for a service, followed by a time of fellowship. The final Advent candles were lit by Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins and the service was led by Rev. Charlotte Hoppe. Carols and the lighting of the candles rounded out the evening. The family of Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins celebrated their family Christmas on the previous Saturday evening. The week before, I had the fun opportunity to help Deb Ohlwine put together their family scavenger hunt taking them through several area towns. Dinner and the traditional scavenger hunt included their children, Deb and Phil Ohlwine, Mike and Rena Hopkins, John and Susan Hopkins, and Ellen and Justin Rahn, and several grandchildren. Don and Vicki Hay hosted their daughter, Christine Stephens, her husband, Lance, and their children, Sydney, Owen, and Avery for the holiday dinner. Vicki’s mom, Dee Michelini, joined in the celebration.

Charlotte Hoppe was a guest at the home of James and Nancy Hopkins for Christmas dinner. The Hopkins family hosted their children, Jim and Dana Hopkins, their children, Connor and Abigail, Amy Hopkins, Eric and Andrew Ellingsen, and Edie and Dave Klein, and their daughter, Hanna. This past Saturday evening, I was a guest at the home of my brother, Ben Bittinger, his wife, Jo, and their sons, Hayden and Garrett. For our Christmas celebration, we shared dinner, exchanged gifts, and continued our favorite tradition of a night of board games. The Saturday before Christmas, I headed north to Minneapolis to spend the holiday with Stephanie. While our plans were disrupted by travel delays and an accidental broken toe, we tried to make the most of our time together. Stephanie and her boyfriend, João Vieira, took me on a driving tour of St. Paul to see the Christmas lights as I was not able to go on the walking tour through the light park with my toe injury. We spent Christmas Eve and

Christmas Day celebrating with João’s family. The holiday celebration was made complete with phone calls and text messages from my sons, Matt and his wife, Ema. and Clint. While my trip didn’t quite go as planned, it was good to see Stephanie. For the months coming up to Christmas, Stephanie and I had made several plans for my stay. The unexpected events that took place changed nearly every event on our schedule. Quite often our plans can be changed without notice. Even with our ever-changing world, God can be a part of our activities, planned and unplanned. While I was disappointed in the circumstances, God’s presence helps to remind me that everything will be alright. His love, His peace, and His presence are constant. We can always count on Him. I hope to see you next week in the new year. Our church family welcomes you and yours to come and worship.

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Storytime for Little People and Big Kid Book Club Little People Storytime and Big Kid Book Club starts meeting for 2019 on Wednesday, Jan. 9. See you there! New at the Library Repair of CDs and DVDs for patrons. Starting on Jan. 1, we will offer repairs and cleaning for CDs and DVDs for the low cost of $1 per disc. Come in and read through the policy and let us help you clean up your favorite music and movies. Lego Club Monday, Jan. 14, 5:45 p.m. See you there! Cook Book Club Tuesday, Jan. 8, 6 p.m. Come share your recipe from the “Pioneer Woman – Come and Get it Cookbook.” The cookbook is available at the library. Choose your recipe, then come and share it.

Local Author Len Levinson Sunday, Jan. 20, 2 p.m. “How and Why I wrote Web of Doom” presented by local author, Len Levinson.

Youngsters enjoy the Storytime Christmas Party at the Mt. Morris Public Library on Dec. 19. Photo supplied

The story of how this new pulp fiction book came to be written by our own “trash” king! Levinson is always entertaining with his stories about his life as a writer. Come enjoy the new story of writing and publishing “Web of Doom.” Illinois Veterans’ History Project In January we will begin collecting infor-

mation from our local area veterans for the Illinois Veterans History Project. This is an easy program designed to preserve the history of our local vets. Cindy will be presenting information at the Thursday, Jan. 10 American Legion meeting at the senior center. Mt. Morris Public Library 105 S. McKendrie Ave.

Mt. Morris IL 61054 815-734-4927 Fax-815-734-6035 www.mtmorris-il.org Library Hours Monday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

MT. MORRIS SENIOR CENTER The Mt. Morris Senior Center, 9 E. Front St., Mt. Morris, will host several upcoming events and activities. All ages are welcome; participants are not required to be members of the senior center. For more information call 815-734-6335. Hand and Foot Every Monday, 12:30 p.m. Hand and Foot is a simple card game where teams work together to complete sets of cards and get the most points. We are always looking for new players. Biscuits and Gravy Every Wednesday, 8 to 10 a.m. We serve biscuits and gravy each week and all are welcome. Get a half order for $2 or a full order for $3.50, and coffee is

only 50 cents. Bridge Every Wednesday, 1 p.m. Bridge is a complicated card game that takes a lot of thinking and strategy. This group is a casual group that is happy to teach you the game if you want to learn. Chicken Foot Every Thursday, 12:30 p.m. Chicken Foot is a game using dominoes that is easy for all ages to master. We are happy to teach you how to play. Lunch Bunch The first Friday of each month we head out to a local establishment for a lovely lunch.

This month we will be going to Dos Amigos in Oregon on Friday, Jan. 4. You can carpool from the senior center (9 E. Front St., Mt. Morris) at 11 a.m. or meet us there at 11:15 a.m. If you plan to join us please RSVP to815734-6335 so we have enough space for everyone. Chair Massages Experience a relaxing, 10-minute chair massage on Monday, Jan. 7 for $10. Call 815-734-6335 to set up an appointment. All are welcome! Crochet Club The Mt. Morris Senior Center is starting a club for all crocheters, knitters, and people who do other types of needlework or yarn projects.

Bring your current project and hang out with fun people while you work, or come ready to learn something new! We have yarn and crochet hooks if you would like to give it a try. We will meet every Monday at 10:30 a.m. starting on Jan. 7. Jamaican Meal Join us for our first International Meal on Tuesday, Jan. 8 at 11:30 a.m. We will be eating delicious Jamaican food and experiencing some other aspects of the Jamaican culture. The cost for this meal will be $8. Please RSVP to 815-734-6335 if you would like to join us for this meal. We will be “visiting” a different country each month so keep your eyes open for our other adventures!

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Paws and Tales Reading Buddy Friday, Jan. 18, 2 p.m. This is a “Build-a-bear” type workshop for kids ages 4 and up. We are limited to 20 participants so you must sign up. We are charging $5 for material fees. When you sign up and pay your fee, you can choose your Reading Buddy. Call the library for more information.

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Greenawalts to celebrate 60 years of marriage

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Greenawalt, of Polo, will cerebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Jan. 10. Ronald Greenawalt and Joyce Hoffman were married on Jan. 10, 1959 at St. Markâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lutheran Church, Polo. They are the parents of Dawn

(Doug) Knapp, of Polo, and Kim Devine, of Dixon. They have nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to PO Box 144, Polo IL 61064.

Ronald and Joyce Greenawalt will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Jan. 10.

MARRIAGE LICENSES Ogle County Clerk Laura J. Cook issued the following marriage licenses.

Tony L. Smith and Kelly R. Hess, both of Rochelle.

Dec. 17 Jason E. Stombaugh and Heather M. Rockwood, both of Oregon.

Dec. 27 Clayton E. White and Kayla N. Romano, both of Mt. Morris. Saulo B. R. Cortes and Olivia M. Vazquez, both of Rochelle. Christian D. Rodabaugh, of Davis Junction, and Lindsey R. Navejas, of Rochelle. Joyce Hoffman and Ronald Greenawalt were married on Jan. 10, 1959. Photos supplied

Dec. 21 Craig E. Point and Betty J. Harmon, both of Dixon.

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Applications for the 2019 Ogle County Farm Bureau Scholarship Program are available beginning Friday, Jan. 4 to graduating high school seniors or those enrolled at an accredited university. Farm Bureau members may pick up or have applications mailed. Applications can also be downloaded from the Ogle County Farm Bureau website at www.oglefb.org The Don Bybee Memorial Scholarship is jointly funded by the Bybee family and the Ogle County Farm Bureau.

Bybee served for many years as a director on the Ogle County Farm Bureau Board and offering this $1,000 scholarship recognizes his passion for offering opportunities for Ogle County youth to advance their education. Also available is a $1,000 scholarship funded jointly by the Ogle County Pork Producers Association and the Farm Bureau. The Mark Detig Memorial Scholarship will be awarded annually.

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Pat Donahue, Stillman Bank Senior Vice President (right) presents Ronald Todd of Oregon a certificate for a beef quarter for the bank’s annual Holiday Giveaway. Photo supplied

Stillman Bank announces Holiday Giveaway winners The winners of Stillman Bank’s annual Holiday Giveaway drawing on Dec. 20 received either a beef quarter or pork half. The bank had a total of six winners throughout its six locations. The winners of the beef quarters were Danay Voiles, Byron, Ronald Todd Oregon, and Don Hayes, Chana. The winners of the pork halves were Marvin Leopold, Roscoe, Darwin Koets, Cherry Valley, and

Thomas Swank, Stillman Valley. The annual Holiday Giveaway is one of the many ways the bank gives back to the local communities it serves, officials said. For more information go to www.stillmanbank.com. The Stillman Bank operates full-service banking offices in Stillman Valley, Oregon, Byron, Rochelle, Rockford, and Roscoe/ Rockton.

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Foundation seeks volunteers to help monitor eagles A group devoted to preserving the bald eagle in the Midwest is asking for help from residents living in the region. According to a press release from the Eagle Nature Foundation (ENF), the bald eagle in the Midwest continues its downward decline and help is needed—the sooner the better. The release states that 30 years ago more than 450 bald eagles could be seen in a single day before Christmas flying south over Eagle Valley Nature Preserve and Cassville, Wisconsin. “Both this year and last year during a trip past Eagle Valley and Cassville, Terrence Ingram and his wife did not see a single migrating bald eagle in the area.,” stated the release. “We need to learn why the bald eagle population in the Midwest is either, not reproducing well, or why the immatures are not surviving.” Ingram, who is the president/ executive director of the ENF,has written two books — “The Plight of the Bald Eagle” and “Silent Fall”, to alert the public to the present decline of the bald eagle population in the Midwest. A request to the US Fish & Wildlife Service to place the bald eagle back on the Endangered Species List that would have enabled USFWS employees to monitor the bald eagles nesting in their own areas, has been

• SCHOLARSHIPS Continued from Page 9 Detig served as past president and director on the pork producers association board of directors and was involved in 4-H youth activities in Ogle County. These scholarships are in addition to the $1,500 Del Flessner Memorial Scholarship, honoring the former manager of the Ogle County Farm Bureau, and two $1,000 General Farm Bureau Scholarships. Finally an Ag Technology Schol-

The Eagle Nature Foundation is seeking help from area residents to monitor bald eagles in the area. Photo supplied refused. “Every American has a stake in the future of the bald eagle, and if the government is not going to study the bird, someone else has to do it,”

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Turn to page 11 to see the results of the Eagle Nature Foundation’s Christmas Bird Count.

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Last but not least were house sparrows, where 262 were counted this year compared to 1,800 in 1971. Other birds that were seen on this year’s count include: 324 Canadian geese, 25 mallards, two great blue herons, one northern harrier, 20 bald eagles, four Eurasian collared doves, one great horned owl, eight belted kingfishers, 17 red-bellied woodpeckers, 44 downy woodpeckers, 12 hairy woodpeckers, three pileated woodpeckers, one northern shrike, 230 crows, 95 black-capped chickadees, 23 tufted titmouse, 13 red-breasted nuthatches, 57 white-breasted nuthatches, five brown creepers, one Carolina wren, 47 bluebirds, 439 starlings, one yellow-rumped warbler, three white-throated sparrows, one song sparrow, 72 house finches, 83 purple finches, one pine siskin, and one Eurasian tree sparrow. A person can see that the habitat destruction of clearing the fence rows, waterways, and small woodlands is having a devastating effect on the bird life in the area, which is combined with the poisonous sprays that the farmers are using on their crop land. Both of these actions have got to be stopped before we lose many of the bird species that have been here for years. Ingram used to use the results of this bird count to predict the kind of weather we were going to have for the rest of the winter. Because this year there were few summer birds counted and few winter birds sighted, he predicts that the rest of the winter is going to be basically average. However, he said, for the above mentioned reasons the number of birds that were seen are only those which have survived, so those numbers may not reflect anything this year.

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The results of the 2018 Jo Daviess County National Audubon Society‘s Christmas Bird Count have been announced by Terrence Ingram, the compiler. This count is conducted within a 15-mile diameter circle that has a center at Schapville. It has been conducted every year since 1966 when two people, Dale Carlson and Ingram, did the first count. These two people on the first count recorded 1,574 birds of 18 species. This year the count was conducted by 21 individuals divided into six teams. These individuals were all members of the Eagle Nature Foundation and/or the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation. The six teams recorded only 2,593 birds of 48 different species. Over the years as many as 84 different bird species have been recorded on this count. Some years close to 6,000 birds have been counted, but now many birds are missing, especially near the farm fields where almost no A cardinal, tufted titmouse, and house finch visit a feeder in Ogle County following birds were seen. When the first count was conduct- November’s snowstorm. Photo by Earleen Hinton ed, Apple Canyon Lake and Galena The 16 wild turkeys were only Only 25 horned larks, another Territory were not even on the planseen in two locations, whereas in field bird, were counted this year ning board. Both of these areas were just 2003 a total of 334 turkeys were compared to 436 in 1999. Only 15 robins were counted this farms with pastures and fence rows. counted. Only 58 red-tailed hawks were year compared to 821 in 1983. Now most of the fence rows have Only 72 cedar waxwings were been removed from the crop land, so counted this year compared to 184 counted this year compared to 750 there is no habitat left for the birds in 1995. Only four rough-legged hawks in 1993. near the farm fields, Ingram said. Only 52 American tree sparrows At least with both of these land were counted compared to 36 in 1983. Only 63 pigeons were counted comwere counted this year compared to developments, the agricultural spraying is some distance away and pared to 460 in 1996. Only 67 mourn- 1083 in 1981. Only 230 dark-eyed juncos were the trees and bushes are left, so some ing doves were counted this year counted this year compared to 1536 compared to 477 in 2004. birds have been able to survive. Three red-headed woodpeckers in 2011. The pheasants which used to be Only 48 cardinals were counted common along these fence rows were counted this year compared to this year compared to 640 in 1968. were absent except for a couple of 17 in 1981. Only 77 blue jays were counted Only 63 goldfinches were counted male birds that were seen near a captive flock. this year compared to 281 in 2004. this year compared to 500 in 1966.

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ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Phone 815-541-4863

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Gary Branam www.baileyvillebaptistchurch.org

BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH

400 W. Center St., Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201

BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES

Brookville: 17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkorn: Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads

CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

606 Main St., Chana Pastor Chan Ik Choi 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com

EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD

OPEN BIBLE

302 S. Franklin St., Polo Luke Schier, Pastor 815-946-2848 PoloOpenBible.org

107 N. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569

10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838

EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH

FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH

OREGON CHURCH OF GOD

2997 N. German Church Rd. Pastor Marvin Jacobs 815-732-6313 www.ebenezerreformed.com

EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes 815-732-2424

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS

102 S. Seminary St., Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Logan Murphy 815-734-4942 www.efcmm.org office@efcmm.org

FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Pastor Jeremy Heller 815-946-3588

FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203

FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 faithumcpolo

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH POLO CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Pastor Chris Bradshaw 815-837-5255 polo@crossroadscn.com www.crossroadscn.com

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

102 N. Maple St., Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt 815-734-4853 www.disciplesumc.org

EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH

7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Presbyterian Church in America Pastor Drew Jones 815-938-3605 www.forrestongrovechurch.com

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2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767

FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon Rev. Jared Cochran 815-732-2642 www.fbcoregon.org

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA)

200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com

22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104

501 Third Ave. Pastor Lyle Zumdahl 815-938-2424 lylezumdahl@gmail.com

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Pastor Karyn Kost 815-661-6315 www.freedomlutheran.org.

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GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Pastor Michael Hoffman 815-732-6847

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

200 S. Fourth, Oregon Rev. Megan Smick 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Pastor Charlotte Hoppe 815-946-3949

POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

Church and Main Streets Pastor Don Plock

Congress Ave. & Webster St. Pastor Leslie Lake PoloCob@risebroadband.net

GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

8210 E. Edwardsville Rd., German Valley Pastor Jake Ritzema 815-362-6601

LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Randy Newton 815-738-2205 leafriverbc@gmail.com

LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor Sung-Eun Kim 815-345-3038

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Chan Ik Choi

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor Sung-Eun Kim 815-938-2380

409 W. Brayton Rd, P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573

16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448

RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 609 S. 10th St., Oregon Craig Arnold, Pastor 812-236-1213

ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon Rev. Eldred George 815-732-7211 www.saintbrides.org saint.bride.church@gmail.com

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

6024 N. Columbine Rd., Forreston Rev. Karyn Kost 815-661-6315 pastorofstjames1850@gmail.com

ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919

ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367

ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Rev. Michael Bolger 815-864-2548

SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199

SILVER CREEK REFORMED CHURCH 326 S. Bunker Hill Rd. German Valley Pastor Grant Mulder 815-362-2129

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 trinitymmil@frontier.com www.trinitymmil.net

WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Rd., Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411

How to submit church news Changes in church listings and articles about special church services and events can be emailed to vwells@oglecountynews.com. For more information call Vinde Wells at 815-732-6166 ext. 5903.

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BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com Residents of Polo Rehabilitation and Health Care Center received gifts Dec. 22 that warmed their bodies and hearts alike. Eight members of Forreston Girls Scout Troop 1092 and their three leaders delivered handmade fleece blankets and Christmas cards to each of the center’s 48 residents, and treated them to Christmas carols besides. After leading the residents in “Jingle Bells” and “Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer,” the Scouts handed out the blankets and cards, receiving big smiles and enthusiastic thank yous in return.

Troop leader Heather Menke said the troop learned in November that the center was short on blankets and set to work filling that need. Leader Dr. April Moore said the 17 girls in the troop worked for five hours on a recent Saturday, making a total of 51 blankets. Some even took blankets home to finish them. “The girls worked really hard on this project,” she said. “We wanted to be absolutely sure everyone got a blanket and a card.” Moore also credited the community for pitching in. The Forreston Lions Club, Forreston State Bank, Koeller’s Forreston Hardware, numerous citizens, and Moore herself made monetary donations that paid for the materials.

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Oregon Park District offers trip to distillery in Rochelle Adam is in charge of clear spirits and will be offering clear spirits as well as bourbon, whiskey and rye whiskey. “Head Brewer, Don Klatt, brings his decade of brewing experience to the production floor featuring a myriad of craft beers including standard, wheat, IPAs, stouts and assorted infused flavors,” Ketter said. The 1930s Hub Theatre building closed in 2011 and was purchased by the Kennays in 2015 to begin their own distilling and micro brewery. The event will include a tour of the distillery, brewery of the Rickhouse and complimentary beer tasting. Appetizers by Ralphie & LuLu’s are included in the fee and will be available in the bar area where drinks can be purchased after the tour. Tours will begin at 5 p.m. and the facility will remain open until 8 p.m. for socializing and appetizers in the bar area. Cost is $20 for residents of the Oregon Park District and $24 for non-residents. The deadline to register is Monday, Jan. 21 or until the tour limit is reached. Reservations can be made by calling 815-732-3101.

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The Oregon Park District is offering a private tour, tasting and appetizers at Kennay Farms Distilling in downtown Rochelle on Monday, Jan. 28 from 5-8 p.m. Kennay Farms Distilling renovated the historic Hub Theatre in downtown Rochelle and broke ground on a distributing facility known as “The Rickhouse” this fall. Participants of this event will get a behind the scenes tour from owner, Rick Kennay; daughter and head of Marketing and Logistics, Aubrey Quinn; and nephew and Head Brewer Adam Kennay. “Kennay Farms is based out of Ashton and is a fifth generation family farm,” said Tina Ketter, superintendent of recreation for the park district. “Their love of agriculture spurred the idea of adding distilled spirits created from their own inputs. Cocktails will be created from corn grown, milled and distilled all by a member of the Kennay family.” Head distiller and nephew of Rick, Adam Kennay is a graduate of Oregon High School and holds a biology and chemistry degree from Northern Illinois University.

Elizabeth Itnyre chats with Forreston Girl Scout Lily Pratt Dec. 22 about the fleece blanket and handmade Christmas card Lily brought her. Forreston Girl Scout Troop 1092 made fleece blankets and sang Christmas carols. Photo by Vinde Wells

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Oregon’s Ella Martin battles Newman’s Kiley Sanders during the Dixon tournament. Photo by Alex T. Paschal, Shaw Media

• Friday, January 4, 2019

When the Newman girls basketball team cranked up the defensive pressure, Oregon had no answer for it and when the Comets started turning steals into transition baskets, the Lady Hawks never recovered. Newman had 15 steals and forced 24 Oregon turnovers, and held the Hawks without a point in the second half for a 50-12 victory on Dec. 28 at the Dixon KSB Holiday Tournament. When Olivia Lambrigtsen split a pair of free throws with 4:15 left in the second quarter, Oregon (4-14) trailed 18-12. It was all Newman after that, as the Comets scored the final 32 points of the game over the final 20:15. “We set the tone early, reading the steals and being aggressive,” Newman guard Alejandra Padilla said. “We worked hard to get easy baskets and go in for layups on the fast break and [in the halfcourt] offense, and we stopped their penetration and drives to the basket.” Madison Craft’s second 3-pointer of the game answered Lambrigtsen’s final free throw, and Padilla scored on a putback and a runout to make it 25-12 with 2:10 left before halftime. Padilla opened the second half with a layup off a pretty baseball pass from Craft, then Craft found Chloe Klein in the high post, who whipped it to Jenna Johnson under the basket for a layup. Johnson’s putback 49 seconds later made it 34-12 Comets with 4:10 to play in the third. The Comets (12-6) shot 41.3 percent from the floor (19-for-46), but hit just 3 of 16 3-point attempts, and finished 9-for-17 at the free-throw line. They outrebounded Oregon 38-33, and committed half as many turnovers (12). Newman also dished 10 assists on those 19 baskets, and 11 different Comets scored; all 13 recorded some kind of stat. “Our girls played well, they played hard, they rebounded, they worked the offense like they should,” Newman coach Joe Salvatori said. “And it was nice to have the chance to get some other girls in, and when they came off the bench, they kept the intensity up.” Lambrigtsen led the Hawks with five points, and she added two rebounds, two steals and a block. Lauren Montavon had three points, five rebounds and a block, and Breanna DeHaan and Brenna Noon each scored two points, with Noon and Abigail Hopkins grabbing four rebounds each, and Ella Martin nabbing three steals. Oregon shot 5-for-41 from the field, including 0-for-13 in the second half, and was 0-for-10 from 3-point range and 2-for-9 from the free-throw line. “We slowed them down early – I thought we did a really good job of that in the first quarter – and then we just couldn’t maintain it and replicate that for the rest of the game,” Oregon coach Wendy Lambrigtsen said. “I think panic; a lot of them are used to a little bit more of a passive, complacent kind of style and game. We’re

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Oregon’s Breanna DeHaan passes during Dec. 29 action against Rockford East at the Dixon Holiday Tournament. Photo by Earleen Hinton

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Two wrestlers have seven wins at Abe’s Rumble BY RANDY HOLLAND The Oregon wrestling team has a few individuals that are ranked in the state, but the team does not show up.

That should change after their performance at the Abe’s Rumble Invitational in Springfield on Dec. 28-29. The Hawks won six of nine dual meets at the tournament, defeating three honorable mention teams and the seventeenth and eighteenth ranked teams on their way to second place in the Silver Bracket. This was the third annual Abe’s Rumble tournament, a dual team tournament that attracts top rated teams from all over Illinois. There were 55 teams in the tournament. The top 32 after a pool series were seeded into a championship bracket with first round winners going to the Gold bracket and the losers to the Silver. Oregon took second in Pool G to qualify for the 32 team bracket but tied honorable mention Wilmington 39-39 on the mat and lost by a tiebreaker point in the round of 32 on Friday night to send them down the Silver side. The Hawks started the Silver bracket on Saturday with a 44-31 win against honorable mention Reed-Custer and rolled over seventeenth ranked and Stillman Tournament champion Mercer County 55-22 in the quarterfinal. Unranked Riverdale was the opponent in the semifinal and Oregon lost just three matches on the mat to advance to the final with a 49-27 win. Nineteenth ranked Sterling Newman pinned five times in the championship match and added a decision and a forfeit to defeat the Hawks 45-31 to take the Silver championship. Oregon lost to twelfth ranked Mt. Carmel in their opening pool match and won their next three, defeating honorable mention Macomb, Deer Creek-Mackinaw, and eighteenth ranked Monticello by convincing scores. When the mats were rolled up, Riverdale had beaten Monticello to take third in the Silver bracket, Mercer County was sixth, and Reed-Custer took tenth. Wilmington was thirteenth in the Gold bracket, defeating Mt. Carmel in the final match. Dee-Mack finished

Oregon’s Andrew Herbst (120 pounds) wrestles Rock Falls’ Jerrill Hill during a triangular meet in Oregon. Photo by Earleen Hinton sixth in the 12 team Bronze bracket and Macomb was first in the 11 Team consolation bracket. Coal City, ranked fourth in Class 2A, defeated Lena-Winslow, second in 1A, for the tournament title, with Vandalia, Auburn, and Tremont rounding out the top five. Oregon had some great individual performances. Andrew Herbst, wrestling at 106 and 113, was undefeated in the tournament and scored 54 team points with three forfeits and six pins. Only one of the falls took over a minute, and that one was at 1:28 in the Monticello meet. Jacob Milliman was also unbeaten wrestling at 113 and 120. He got by eighth ranked Cade Keepes of Mt. Carmel 3-2 in the opening match and had two first period pins and a forfeit in Pool G. In the Silver bracket he added another forfeit, pins at 1:53 and 3:01, a 9-4 decision, and a 14-5

major decision against Newman. Also going 9-0 was Chase Clark, wrestling 145 and 152. In the pool, he got a challenge from fourth ranked Wes Girardi of Dee-Mack, winning 9-7, and pinned at 5:31, took a 9-1 major decision, and a 2-0 win. In the brackets, he started with a first period pin, scored a 10-0 major decision, another fall, and two forfeits. Noah Paul was 8-1, bouncing between 132 and 138 pounds. In Pool G, he had pins at 2:41, 1:13, and 2:35, and a 16-0 technical fall. In the 32 team bracket, he started with a pin in 14 seconds and had two more pins and a forfeit before he dropped a 6-2 decision to seventh ranked Kyle Tunink in the Newman meet. Two Oregon wrestlers had seven wins. Austin Ebert wrestling at 160 had pins at 0:59, 2:31, and 5:04, two forfeits, and 5-0 and 5-2 decisions,

going 7-0 in a strong performance. Zachary Crandall had three pins, 0:20, 1:28, and 2:53, two forfeits, a 12-4 major decision and a 10-4 win. His lone loss came to ninth ranked Ryan Johnson of Mt. Carmel. Freshman Jokiah Sewell pinned four times and a scored a 15-11 win. He had two losses to honorable mention wrestlers and won all four matches he wrestled in the brackets. Dre Smith added 18 team points with pins at 2:41 and 0:32 and a forfeit. Also scoring 18 was Adam Glendenning with a pin in 33 seconds and two forfeits. Daniel Dominguez had a pin at 2:28 and a forfeit and Sam Minnis took two forfeits. Putting six on the board with forfeits were Elizza Easly, Jared Glendenning, and Ethan George. Miguel Vasquez appeared in three matches for the Hawks.

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trying to establish just a little more sense of urgency – but under control, of course. That didn’t play out super-well today. We didn’t display patience, and we definitely had a sense of urgency, but it was out of control. “We let them rest quite a bit in their zone today; we passed the ball and then held it, and that’s not what you do to break down a zone. I just think that every single person out there was trying to be almost too careful, really sizing up what they were going to do, and seeing their player but not seeing the defender behind them, and that is a recipe for a turnover. We need to get back to the basics of running the offense, trusting in that, and moving the ball.”

Rockford East 55, Oregon 27 The Hawks never caught up to the E-Rabs in a consolation game at Lancaster Gym on Dec. 28. Abi Hopkins paced Oregon with seven points. Breanna DeHaan had six points, while Olivia Lambrigtsen and Hannah Donaldson pitched in five.

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Oregon’s Abigail Hopkins drives into the lane during Dec. 29 action against Rockford East at the Dixon Holiday Tournament. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Marcos finally catch a break with regional assignments

inally, the Polo boys basketball team caught a break. After several years of brutal post-season bracketing, the Marcos are in position to advance out of a regional. With the recent announcement of sub-sectional assignments by the IHSA, Polo has an excellent chance to be seeded No. 1 among the 13 teams. In the other sub-sectional, that would not be the case. Heavyweights East Dubuque, Lena-Winslow, River Ridge, Pearl City and Eastland are slotted in. The Marcos made a strong case for themselves with a 65-51 win over Eastland to claim that tourney title. At 16-2 in its front-loaded schedule, Polo is well on its well to a seventh straight 20-win season, second only to Freeport Aquin among all schools in the BNC, TRAC, NIC-10 and NUIC. However, the last regional title was in 2009. It’s not because Polo didn’t have team capable of winning regionals. Rather, it was facing teams at regional that placed at state, such as

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Eastland, Newman and Forreston. A couple other regional losses were to good Aquin teams. The strangest pairing was the 2016 team that had to go to Brimfield. That why the word “finally” was used to lead off this column. After six years of disheartening pairings, Polo actually caught a post-season break. The timing couldn’t have been better, as this is this is a now-or-never year for a team loaded with talented seniors. The irony is that with so many other great teams in the area, it was geography that saved the Marcos, the same geography that created so much misfortune in years past. With holiday basketball tournaments out of the way, it’s time for conference action to heat up, Martin Luther King tournaments and vari-

ous Shootouts. One observation so far – could the contention be made that area 1A basketball for both the boys and girls is better that 2A? For the boys, undefeated East Dubuque is best team in the NUIC and one of the elite in all of 1A. In area 2A, Sterling Newman continues to win close games, but still needs to show better. The Comets may have caught a break being bumped up to 2A instead of fighting the 1A gauntlet. I would much rather be in either of the two sub-sectionals that funnel into the 2A sectional at Riverdale rather than in the ultra-competitive 1A sub-sectional.

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Area girls basketball for 2A is very weak, with nobody standing out thus far. Amboy, AFC, Stockton and Dakota are all quality 1A teams. With the exception of the backto-back powerhouse teams from Byron a couple years, the 2A girls for northern Illinois has been trending downward. Certainly, the emphasis on volley-

ball has impacted the talent level for basketball. Could it be that volleyball holds more of an allure to be a part of than basketball? Of course, another factor is that participation in basketball overall for both boys and girls has been declining.

••• The Oregon boys bowling team continues to shine. At the Dixon Toughman, the Hawks crushed the 11-team field with a score of 6,245, besting second-place Freeport by 254 pins. Once again, it was Austin Strite leading the way with a runner-up finish to Ty Collati of Freeport. Edwin Buttens was also top five. That bodes well for Oregon come regional time on Jan. 12, as some of these same teams will be there, including host Freeport. The real test will come a week later at Don Carter Lanes in Rockford for what promises to be a packed sectional.

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The Duchesses opened their tournament on Dec. 26 with a quarterfinal win over the Lady Hawks. Lambrigtsen scored 10 points to lead Oregon.

COACHING HONOR

BYRON LIBRARY Special Hours The Byron Library will be closed on Monday, Jan. 21 for a staff training day. We will re-open with our regular hours on Tuesday, Jan. 22.

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Prairie State Legal: Know Your Rights presentation with one-onone appointments to follow. Child and Adult Guardianship presented by Attorney Emily Hardy Tuesday, Jan. 8, 1 to 1:20 p.m.

Stillman Valley High School’s Head Football Coach Mike Lalor hugs one of his players after winning one of the school’s state football titles. Lalor has been selected as a member of the Illinois High School Football Coaches’ Hall of Fame. Photo supplied

Stillman’s Lalor selected for coaches’ hall of fame Longtime Stillman Valley High School Head Football Coach Mike Lalor will be inducted into the Illinois High School Football Coaches’ Hall of Fame on Saturday, March 30. SVHS head coach since 1999, Lalor was selected because of his contributions to the game and impact on the school, community and players he has served.

He has a win-loss record of 179-64. He helped Stillman Valley capture its first Class 2A State Title in 1999 and repeated that in 2000. He went on to win a total of five state championships, one runner-up title, and a total of 15 playoff berths. The induction ceremony will take place at noon at the Hilton Garden Inn, Champaign.

OREGON PARK DISTRICT

Winter swimming lessons offered by park district

The Oregon Park District is offering morning, afternoon, evening and Saturday swimming classes this session. All classes start the week of Jan. 14 and meet once a week for eight weeks. The deadline to register is Jan. 6. All classes are taught by certified Starfish Swim Instructors. Ages 3 and up participate in Level 1-6, and Starbabies are offered for ages 6 months to 3 years and need a parent in the water with them. The district’s Angelfish Program is for swimmers with disabilities or special needs and allows them to get

the assistance they need in group lessons. Private swim lessons are also available for 30 minutes of one-on one instruction. Students may choose to focus on specific skills or work on all the skills required to pass a swimming level. Private lessons are for children and adults and are scheduled by the Aquatics Coordinator, Jena Wehmhoefer, jena@oregonpark.org or 815732-3101. To register for swimming lessons, visit Nash Recreation Center, www. oregonpark.org, or call 815-732-3101.

After the Know Your Rights presentation, individuals can meet with a lawyer at no cost to discuss civil legal issues such as: problems with their landlord, clearing criminal records, orders of protection and divorce for domestic violence victims, bankruptcy, housing discrimination, problems with SNAP/TANF/Medicaid, social security overpayments, getting guardianship of a minor or disabled adult. Each individual will go through an eligibility screening before talking to an attorney for free. Prairie State cannot help with criminal defense, traffic cases, personal injury, workmen’s compensation, or immigration cases. Appointments can be scheduled ahead of time, by calling 815-9652902. Walk-ins will be seen on a firstcome, first-served basis. Library Madness Wednesday, Jan. 9-Thursday, Feb. 28, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Wednesdays: 3rd-5th graders Thursdays: K-2nd graders Art, science experiments, engineering challenges and LEGO building fun for grade school students. Crafting with Cathy: String Art Thursday, Jan. 10, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Create beautiful wall art with just wood, nails, and string. We’ll have some simple templates to trace, but if you have something specific in mind please bring a printout of the basic image. We will be pounding nails into wood, so please bring your own hammers. BINGO for Adults Friday, Jan. 11, 10 to 11 a.m. Ages: 18+ Feeling lucky? Play for prizes! Courageous Girls Book Club Saturday, Jan. 12, 2 to 3 p.m. Ages: 8-12 years Read about courageous girls in his-

tory and create a project based on the book. Pick up a copy of the book at the adult services desk. Library Dance Party Monday, Jan. 14, 10 to 10:45 a.m. Ages: 18 months-5 years, with caregiver Join us for a monthly music and movement program. Explore new music and move with shakers, scarves, and ribbon wands. Everything eBay with Sharon Wagner Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Sharon’s successful techniques will have you selling and buying merchandise on eBay - the world’s largest online marketplace – as well as learning her useful tips and tricks. Participants need to have an active eBay account for this class. If you need assistance setting up an account, please call the library to schedule an appointment beforehand. Chess Enthusiasts Saturday, Jan. 19, 1 to 4 p.m. Ages: 7 years and up Come work on your chess strategy and learn a new move or two. Drop in anytime between 1 and 3 p.m. to begin playing. Beginners welcome! Pete the Cat Party Tuesday, Jan. 22, 6 to 7 p.m. Ages: 2-8 years, with caregiver A fun-filled evening featuring everyone’s favorite groovy guy - Pete the Cat. Join us for stories, activities and crafts, and a chance to meet and take your photo with Pete. Super Bowl LIII Scoop presented by Sean Considine Monday, Jan. 28, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. What does it take for a team to get to the Super Bowl? What makes an underdog? How are the odds determined? What do the referee calls mean? Sean will give the scoop on everything football to prepare you for this year’s Super Bowl. Novice football watchers and devoted fans alike will enjoy Sean’s stories and professional knowledge. Please register for all programs by calling 815-234-5107.

YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Italian mini-lights, traditional lights, LED lights, and other holiday light strands. Extension cords are also accepted. Material not accepted include rope lights, wreaths, garland, metal stakes or silhouettes, live greens, plastic decorations, timers, and light packaging and boxes. Place light strands into the boxes and do not place shopping or garbage bags into the boxes, doing so hinders the recycling process for this material. Lights and cords will be shipped to Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations in Onalaska, Wisconsin, to be recycled. In 2018, 1,500 pounds of material was collected through this program. For more information or to learn about other recycling opportunities in Ogle County, call the OCSWMD at 815-732-4020 or visit www.oglecounty.org.

BRIEFS VanVickle to speak at community coffee Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle will be the speaker at the First Saturday Community Coffee on Saturday, Jan. 5 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Chana United Methodist Church, 606 S. Main St., Chana. He will discuss department activities, explain policies of the department and explain any new laws. This community gathering is held the first Saturday of each month from January through March from 9 a.m. to noon at the church. Everyone is welcome.

Byron Civic Band to begin second season on Jan. 9 After a very successful first session last fall, the Byron Civic Band continues with its second session, with rehearsals beginning Wednesday, Jan. 9. Rehearsals will be held every Wednesday except Feb. 13 and March 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Byron Middle School band room with full percussion equipment included.

Current and former band musicians are invited to join this fine community band. The ensemble plays intermediate-level concert band literature. Players of all skill levels of all band instruments are needed. Instrumentalists currently in eighth grade and older are invited to join. A finale performance will be held in the Byron Middle School Auditorium on March 27 at 7 p.m. To join or for more information call or text Ron Kroeger at 847-219-9393 or email ronkroeger@gmail.com.

Youth choir rehearsals begin Jan. 7 The Highland Community College Youth Choir will resume rehearsals on Monday, Jan. 7 under the direction of Dagny Brandt. New members, grades kindergarten through 12, are welcome. No audition or registration fee is charged. For more information contact Brandt at dagny.brandt@highland.edu or call 815-599-3490.

DROP OFF SITES: STARTING DECEMBER 26TH

PICK UP SERVICE:

Saturday, January 12th trees will be picked up by local high school FFA groups in these areas: VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS CITY OF OREGON BYRON AREA CITY OF POLO VILLAGE OF ADELINE VILLAGE OF FORRESTON BAILEYVILLE GERMAN VALLEY

Oregon: Park District Maintenance Dept., 507 Hill St. Byron: Byron boat launch lot, E. Blackhawk Dr. (Rte. 2) Forreston: 407 N. Locust St. Leaf River: 605 Main St.

TREES MUST BE AT THE CURB BY 8 A.M. ON JANUARY 12, 2019

Rochelle: Atwood Park, 10th Ave. & 20th St.

Rochelle Residents: The City Street Department will chip trees at the curb, January 2-14, 2019

Monroe Center: Lichty’s Landscaping, 309 Paciﬁc St.

REMOVE ALL DECORATIONS. NO WREATHS, GARLAND, OR PLASTIC BAGS.

Polo: Southwest corner of E. Colden St. & S. Green Ave.

Any questions call Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department 815-732-4020

DROP OFF ENDS, JANUARY 21, 2019

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Instead of landfilling those holiday light strands that refuse to work, recycle them. The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department is partnering with local fire departments and villages to again offer several convenient drop-off boxes so those frustrating, nonfunctional holiday light strands can be recycled. Drop-off boxes are available at the following fire departments: Rochelle, Byron, Stillman Valley, and Mt. Morris. They will be located at the village halls in Polo, Forreston, and Davis Junction, and Creston. Light strands are also accepted at the Ogle County Courthouse and at the OCSWMD office at 909 Pines Rd., Oregon. Boxes will remain at these locations until Jan. 25. Accepted light strands include

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Time to recycle holiday lights that no longer work

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PATRICK J. DUFFY SR. Patrick J. Duffy Sr., 80, of Oregon, died peacefully at his home on Friday, Dec. 28, 2018. He was born on Aug. 15, 1938 in Chicago, the son of Edward and Estelle (Kaber) Duffy. He married Sandra Kling on Sept. 9, 1961 in Chicago; she died on Nov.12, 2011. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Air Force. Patrick lived in Oregon since 2004, moving from Elgin.

PAMELA L. LAWLER Pamela L. Lawler, 66, of Mt. Morris, died suddenly on Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018 at KSB Hospital, Dixon. Pam was born on April 25, 1952 in Sacramento, California, the daughter of William and Yvonne (Weatherill) Powell. She graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School, Council Bluffs, Iowa, and she studied nursing at Nebraska Methodist Health System. Pam married Mark Lawler on March 26, 1983 in Colfax, Iowa. She was a nurse in Omaha for four years, Des Moines Methodist for eight years, and UIC Clinic/KSB Clinic in Mt.

BEATRICE M. RYAN Beatrice “Betty” Mae (Baker) Ryan, 91, of Mt. Morris, died suddenly in the early morning hours of Friday Dec. 28, 2018. Betty was born on April 28, 1927 in Dixon to Dallas and Lillian Baker. She was a proud “Mounder” graduating from Mt. Morris High School in 1945. In 1948 she would complete nurses training at St. Anthony Hospital, Rockford. Later that year Betty took a position in St. Louis. While serving as a nurse with the V.A. she met Allen Ryan, who was stationed nearby with the Army Air Corps. The couple married on June 26, 1949 in Oregon. Betty and Allen would have

ROBERT C. SENESE Robert Charles Senese, 76, of Oregon, died on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2018. He was born July 13, 1942 in Chicago, the son of Frank and Kate (Serritella) Senese. He lived most of his life in the Chicago area growing up near Comiskey Park and was an avid White Sox fan. Bob graduated from Morton West High School.

He was employed in sales his whole life throughout the country, receiving several awards in salesmanship. Pat enjoyed photography, playing guitar, and performing magical acts. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Oregon where he was a Eucharistic minister delivering communion to the homebound and performed daily indulgences for the past eight years.

He is survived by his sons, Patrick (Leah) Duffy, Jr., of Inverness, and Brad (Lisa) Duffy, of McCordville, Indiana; daughter, Stephanie (Mike) Brady, of Poplar Grove; and grandchildren, Jessica Sandra Brady, Estelle Nicole Brady, Patrick James Duffy III, Jacob Ernst Duffy, Dayna Ruth Duffy, Bradley Norman Duffy Jr., Nicholas Jalin Duffy, Lillian Diane Duffy, Mitchell Patrick Duffy, and Colman Dean Duffy.

He was also predeceased by his parents and nine siblings. Christian funeral mass will be held on Friday, Jan. 4 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Oregon, with Rev. Joseph Naill, pastor, as celebrant. Burial will be at St. Mary Cemetery, Oregon. Visitation will be Friday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon, prior to the mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Pat’s name may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, Oregon. Visit www.farrellhollandgale.com to leave a condolence.

Morris for 24 years, retiring in the spring of 2016. She was a member of the Mt. Morris United Methodist Church. She loved spending time with her daughters and grandchildren, family vacations, shopping with her family, and her dog Abbey, the Lawler Reunion, quality time with her husband, and, most importantly, her family and close friends were her everything. Pam is survived by her husband, Mark

Lawler, of Mt. Morris; daughters, Tiffany (Shawn) Willis, of Polo, and Ashley (Kevin) Ruch, of Grand Detour; five grandchildren, Morgan Lawler, of Oregon, McKenley Lawler Ruch and Bostyn Ruch, both of Grand Detour, and Mylo and Jackson Willis, of Polo; brother: Bill (Shirley) Powell, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; sister, Sharon McKnight, of Katy, Texas; seven brothers-in-law, Patrick Lawler; James (Carolyn) Lawler, Joseph (Ethel) Lawler, Dan (Bertie) Lawler, Ken (Angie)

Lawler, Matt (Jean) Lawler, and Myron (Gloria) Lawler; many nieces and nephews; and her dog, Abbey. Pam was preceded in death by her parents and father-in-law. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 29 at 11 a.m. at Finch Funeral Home, 405 E. Hitt St., Mt. Morris, with Rev. Julie Bunt officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the service. A luncheon will follow at the Mt. Morris Moose Family Center. Per Pam’s wishes, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to TAILS, DeKalb, or St. Jude’s

two daughters, Kathleen and Susan, and one grandson, Kevin. Betty followed the call of nursing for the rest of her life. She was a proud advocate of the profession and always showed deep appreciation to those who served in it. Her last post was at Pinecrest Manor where she served for 23 years as an RN, assistant to the director of nursing and acting director of nursing. Sewing, crafts, cooking and holiday decorations were just a few of hobbies she enjoyed. Betty was a constant reader of romance novels, trading them by the dozen with used bookstores. She was an active member of the

Episcopal Church Women at St. Brides and the Red Hat Society. After retirement, Betty dedicated much of her time to the care of her parents. Betty is survived by her children, Kathleen and Susan; Sue’s husband, Ronald Deen; brother, Robert Baker; grandson, Kevin Ryan; nephews and nieces, Kathy and Marty Toms; Scott and Brenda Grobe, David and Jenny Baker, Lenny Grobe, Richard Baker; cousin, Barbra Bowman; grand-nephews and grand-nieces, Jeremy, Chris, Tim, Meagen, Brianna, Kaitlyn and Lauren Grobe; Kelly and Nicholas Baker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dallas and Lillian; and her hus-

band, Allen. Betty will be laid to rest in Oakwood Cemetery following a small family ceremony on Friday, Jan. 4 at 9:30 a.m., with a visitation and memorial service to follow at St. Brides Episcopal Church, in Oregon. Visitation is from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. followed by a brief memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pinecrest Manor’s Good Samaritan Fund and St. Brides. The family would especially like to thank the nurses and staff of Pinecrest Manor for their care of Betty.

He married Dorothy Collins on July 31, 1982 in Chicago. He was a terminal manager in the trucking industry for many years. He was known locally as Pastor Bob at the White Pines Wedding Canyon. He and his wife Dorothy raised horses for trail riding and enjoyment. For many years he has been Santa’s helper at the White Pines Lodge, and also at the schools in Bolingbrook.

He had a local disc jockey business and enjoyed camping and entertaining at Hanson’s Hideaway where he was known as “Sheriff Good Bob.” He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, of Oregon; three children, Robert (Sue) Senese, Jill Senese, and Tammy Senese; four step-children, Kathleen (Mark) Fogarty, and Bryan Collins, Dawn (Donald) Hammersly-Gross, and Donald Hammersly; two sisters, Mary Rose

(George) Vincolese and Till (Arthur) Mollenhauer, 11 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Frank. A visitation will be held on Thursday, Jan. 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, 110 S. Seventh St., Oregon. Visit www.farrellhollandgale.com to leave a condolence.

Arrangements were completed by Finch Funeral Home, Mt. Morris.

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CONSERVATION AWARD

• OBITUARIES Continued from Page 20 Edward R. “Ed” Messenger Sr., 71, of Amboy, formerly of Dixon, died on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018. He was born on July 10, 1947 in Oregon the son of Everett and Cletus (Harmon) Messenger. He married Amanda (Rainey) Messenger on April 16, 1982 in Dixon. Ed enjoyed playing cards, Elvis, westerns, and his wrestling. He retired from Plews-Edelmann’s in Dixon after 25 years in 2010. Ed is survived by his wife of 36 years, Amanda, of Amboy; sons, Ed (Justine) Messenger and Eric (Robyn) Messenger, both of Oregon; step-children, Anthony (Christy) Rainey, of Little River, South Carolina, Shaun (Maria) Rainey, of Tabor City, North Carolina, and Laura Pryor, of Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina; six grandchildren, Malachi Messenger, Caitlin Messenger, Mor-

gan and Alyssa Pryor, and Emmanual and Christian DaVilla; a sister, Joyce Mayfield, of Winter Haven, Florida; and a brother, Jim (Rita) Messenger, of Conway, Arkansas; and special friend, Chris Becker. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Bob, Harry, Bill and Dick Messenger; and two sisters, Vonn Smith and Pat Hoker. A heartfelt thank you to Unity Hospice for the care and comfort they provided Ed. Visitation will be held on Saturday, Jan. 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Mihm-Jones Funeral Home, Amboy. A fellowship meal will follow the visitation. Cremation rites will follow. A memorial has been established in his name for Unity Hospice of Rochelle. Condolences may be sent online at www.thejonesfh.com.

Nominations for George and Barbara Fell Award accepted through Jan. 14

The Natural Land Institute is now accepting nominations for the 2019 George and Barbara Fell Award. The deadline to submit a nomination for an individual with outstanding achievements and leadership in land conservation is Monday, Jan. 14. The award is named for George and Barbara Fell who founded the Natural Land Institute in 1958 and devoted their lives to the protection of natural areas in Illinois. They were committed to protecting Illinois’ natural heritage so rare and endangered plant and animal species would be here for future generations. The nomination guidelines, list of past award recipients, and the nomination form can be found at https://www.naturalland.org/ gb-fell-award/. Nominations may be submitted to info@naturalland.org

or Natural Land Institute, 320 S. Third St., Rockford, IL 61104. The presentation of the George and Barbara Fell Award will be at Natural Land Institute’s Annual Dinner, which will be held on Wednesday, March 13 at 5:30 p.m. at Giovanni’s Restaurant & Convention Center, 610 N. Bell School Rd., Rockford. About the Natural Land Institute The Natural Land Institute, an accredited land trust, is a 501(c)3, non-for-profit land conservation organization based in Rockford, Illinois and has protected more than 17,300 acres of natural land in Illinois since 1958. Their current service area covers twelve counties in northern Illinois. NLI’s mission is to create an enduring legacy of natural land in northern Illinois for people, plants and animals. For more information and to donate: www.NaturalLand.org.

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OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF gle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle O reports the following arrests. Dec. 24 Daniel Hynes, 46, of Madison, Wisconsin, was arrested for an outstanding Ogle County Warrant for driving while license revoked. He was held in the Ogle County Jail pending a court appearance. Holly Gaul, 40, of Loves Park, was arrested at 9:53 a.m. after a traffic stop in the 1,000 block of South Freeport Road for driving while license revoked. Ryan Martinez, 39, of Sterling, a passenger in the vehicle, and was also arrested for on Lee County and Rockford warrants, both for failure to appear. Gaul was also ticketed for operating an uninsured vehicle. Gaul and Martinez were transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Dec. 25 Niesha Whitiker, 29, of Iowa, was arrested for driving while license suspended at 6:05 p.m. after a traffic stop for an equipment violation on I-88 eastbound at mile marker 78. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond. Dec. 27 Parth Thakkar, 23, of Hampshire, was arrested for an outstanding Ogle County warrant for speeding. He was held in the Ogle County Jail pending a court appearance. Milo Gibson, 28, of Belvidere, was arrested for an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He was held in the Ogle County Jail pending a court appearance. Caleb Chastain, 20, of Stillman Valley,

was arrested for an outstanding Ogle County warrant for burglary and possession of stolen motor vehicle. He was held in the Ogle County Jail pending a court appearance. Dec. 29 Juan M. Peres-Rodarte, 48, of Romeoville, was arrested at 9:30 p.m. for driving while license suspended after a traffic stop on I-88 and I-39. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Deputies were dispatched to the 14,700 block of Robin Road at 12:52 p.m. for a roll over accident with injuries. A van driven by James Babu, 42, of Ridott, was westbound on Robin Road when it went out of control on the completely ice-covered gravel road and began to spin. The vehicle went off the south side of the road before overturning at least once and landing upside down. Two passengers in the vehicle, Jennifer Oliva-Nyatangi, 43, and Hadassah Nyatangi, 2, both of Ridott, were transported to KSB Hospital by Polo EMS for minor injuries. Polo Fire and Polo Police Department also assisted with the call. Dec. 31 Eugene Dzwierzynski, 58, of Oregon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for violating an order of protection. He posted his bond of $5,000 (10%) was released from the Ogle County Jail pending court appearance. Jose L. Elias-Hernandez, 22, of Madison, Wisconsin, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while license suspended. He was unable to post his bond of $3,000 (10%) and was held in the Ogle County Jail pending a court appearance.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE NO. 2016-TX24: TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND TO ALL INTERESTED DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES THEREOF, INCLUDING AMONG OTHERS OGLE COUNTY CLERK , OGLE COUNTY TREASURER , OGLE COUNTY STATES ATTORNEY , ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL, ILLINOIS PUBLIC AID CONSULTANT, ILLINOIS DEPT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPT OF HEALTHCARE & FAMILY SERVICES (PUBLIC AID) GENERAL COUNSEL, CITY OF OREGON, COMMONWEALTH EDISON CO , LOST LAKE UTILITY DISTRICT , UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS , AND TO OCCUPANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED:

Parcel Number 09-11-152-003 09-11-152-003 22-08-179-019 22-08-179-019 22-08-179-019

Owners/Parties Interested MCKISKI, ROBERTA J MCKISKI, DANIEL JAMES LOST LAKE UTILITY DISTRICT HOLLONBECK, KATHLEEN M NEW LANDING FOR THE DELTA QUEEN OWNERS ASSOCIATION AKA: UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION REG AGENT: LESLIE E EDGAR

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TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID PARCELS WERE SOLD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2016, FOR GENERALTAXES FOR THE YEAR 2015 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES JUNE 7, 2019. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX DEEDS HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED PARCELS BY OGLE COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JUNE 20, 2019 AT 11:30 AM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX DEED ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID PARCEL NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 7, 2019. /S/ OGLE COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 105 S. 5TH ST STE 104, OREGON, IL 61061 TELEPHONE: (815) 732-1110 December 28, 2018; January 4 & 11, 2019

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Dec. 21 Dimitrius L. Pucket, 24, of DeKalb, was stopped for speeding at 11:43 p.m. on Illinois 38 at Interstate 39 in Ogle County and charged with driving while license suspended, speeding, and improper lighting. He was released on an I-bond. A passenger in the vehicle, Emily K. Jones, 22, of DeKalb, was wanted on an Ogle County warrant for failure to appear for driving while license suspended.

Jones was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Dec. 22 Artonno L. Hanks, 48, of Aurora, was stopped for improper lane usage and violating the minimum speed limit at 2:11 a.m. on Interstate 88 westbound at milepost 72 in Lee County and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, improper lane usage, and violating the minimum speed limit. He posted a driver’s license and was released on an I-bond. Dec. 23 Cornelius R. Anderson, 21, of Rock Falls, was stopped for improper lane usage on at 1:05 a.m. on Washington

Street at First Avenue in Rochelle and was wanted on an Ogle County warrant for violation of a court order. He posted bond on scene and was released. Dec. 24 Dareius M. Langston, 22, of Aurora, was stopped for speedingat 10:50 p.m. on Interstate 39 northbound at milepost 103 in Ogle County and charged with possession of a stolen firearm, possession of a firearm by a felon, unlawful use of weapon, and possession of ammunition without a Firearms Owners Identification card. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail. A 15 year-old male passenger was

wanted on a Will County warrant for failure to appear for larceny and aggravated battery to a police officer. He was also wanted on a Kendall County warrant for retail theft. He was transferred to the custody of Will County. Dec. 29 Kaylon I. Westmorland, 20, of Sterling, was stopped for a lighting violation at 8:18 p.m. on West Lynn Boulevard at Industrial Drive in Sterling and was wanted on a Lee County warrant for failure to appear. He posted $300 cash bond and was released.

All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

PROPERTY TRANSFERS Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the county recorder’s office.

Dec. 21 Max Baumgardner, warranty deed to James A. Warner and Linda J. Robertson, 8986 S. Lowden Rd., Taylor Township, $295,000. Max Baumgardner, warranty deed to The Nature Conservancy, 8986 S. Lowden Rd., Taylor Township, $261,330. Lucas S. Gelander, warranty deed to Seth B. Gelander and Cynthia L. Gelander, 4402 S. Chana Rd., Pine Rock Township, $25,000.

Dec. 26 B&S Holdings LLC, warranty deed to Bryan A. Wills, as trustee of the Bryan A. Wills Revocable Trust, and Stacy F.

Wills, as trustee of the Stacy F. Wills Revocable Trust, 284 Rocky Hollow Rd., Pine Rock Township. Jacob H. Lewis, quit claim deed to Judith L. Knilans and Joy L. Kruse, as co-successor trustees of the John C. Dirksen and Shirley L. Dirksen Trust, 804 S. Fourth St., Oregon. Alan Albrecht, quit claim deed to Lane E. Albrecht, three parcels in Flagg Township. Alan Albrecht, quit claim deed to Lynnette E. Burch, three parcels in Flagg Township. Pioquinto Govea, quit claim deed to Govea Properties LLC Series 5, 113 W. Main St., Stillman Valley. Bank of New York Mellon, as successor in interest to J. P. Morgan Chase Bank N.A., as trustee for Novastar Mortgage Funding Trust, quit claim deed to Morgan Tate & Brewer LLC, 111 Sunnyhill Drive, Davis Junction.

Dec. 27 Brian J. Ross, warranty deed to Stacy M. Bryant and Michael A. Baker, 106 W. Balsam St., Forreston, $38,000. Gary S. Smith and Lori S. Smith, warranty deed to Sharon J. Bourdon, 1012 Illinois St., Oregon, $220,000. Amanda K. Shank, quit claim deed to Scott Shank, 1302 Marijon Drive, Byron Township. Courtney L. Imel, as sole heir at law of Linda K. Snapp, deceased, quit claim deed to Courtney L. Imel and Mandy M. Imel, 431 Williams Drive, Oregon-Nashua Township. Larry Wilson, warranty deed to Miranda M. Coblentz and Patricia A. Krueger, 204 Seminary St., Mt. Morris, $45,000. Todd H. Branham and Amandah B. LeBray, quit claim deed to American Freedom Enterprises Inc., 210 West St., Monroe Center.

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Brent M. Adamson and Charlene M. Adamson, warranty deed to Melinda L. Birdwell, 201 Clark St., Monroe Center, $125,000. Old Sandstone LLC, warranty deed to Ah-Ha Enterprises Inc., 124 S. Wesley Ave., Mt. Morris, $45,000. Ross W. Konrad and Jean M. Konrad, warranty deed to Kenneth A. Skoli and Cayla E. Skoli, 313 W. Margaret Fuller Rd., Rockvale Township, $145,000. Terry J. Dearborn, warranty deed to Kent A. Dearborn Jr., 17944 W. Young St., Brookville Township, $33,000. U.S. Bank National Association, warranty deed to Secretary of Housing & Urban Development, 207 E. North St., Creston.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.CITIBANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, S/B/M TO CITIBANK, FSB, et al Defendant 17 CH 65 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 7, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on January 16, 2019, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 336 LAKE LIDA LANE, ROCHELLE, IL 61068 Property Index No. 24-36-204-002. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that 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 representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. 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 this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 262353. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 262353 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Case Number: 17 CH 65 TJSC#: 38-9503 I3107568 December 21,28, 2018 January 4, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.CITIBANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, S/B/M TO CITIBANK, FSB, et al Defendant 17 CH 65 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 7, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on January 16, 2019, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 225 IN LAKE LIDA - PHASE II IN THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT FILE D, PAGE 47, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 336 LAKE LIDA LANE, ROCHELLE, IL 61068 Property Index No. 24-36-204-002. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that 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 representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. 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 this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 262353. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 262353 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Case Number: 17 CH 65 TJSC#: 38-9503 I3107568 December 21,28, 2018 January 4, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Michael A. Pellerin; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2018CH59 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/10/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on February 1, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 14-16-327-012 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 801 South Congress Avenue Polo, IL 61064 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-05317. I3107843 December 28, 2018 January 4,11, 2019

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: CHARLES E.KUMP, Deceased. No. 2018P87 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Charles E. Kump. Letters of office were issued on December 19, 2018 toKatrina Nicole th Bushaw, 2242-11 Street, Coralville, Iowa 52241, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, IL 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office if the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both, within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after is has been filed. Dated this 28th day of December, 2018 Katrina Nicole Bushaw , Independent Executor For the Estate of Charles E. Kump, Jr.,Deceased. Kim D. Krahenbuhl Williams McCarthyLLP P.O. Box 339 Oregon IL. 61061 (815) 732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com January 4,11,18, 2019

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Michael A. Pellerin; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2018CH59 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/10/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on February 1, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PART OF LOT 11 OF THE SCHOOL TRUSTEE'S SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., CITY OF POLO, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING ON THE WEST LINE OF CONGRESS STREET IN THE CITY OF POLO, 360 FEET SOUTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF APLINGTON STREET IN SAID CITY EXTENDED WEST, THENCE SOUTHERLY ON THE WEST LINE OF CONGRESS STREET 55 FEET, THENCE WESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE SAID SOUTH LINE OF APLINGTON STREET, 156 FEET, THENCE NORTHERLY, PARALLEL WITH THE SAID WESTERLY LINE OF CONGRESS STREET, 55 FEET, THENCE EASTERLY, PARALLEL WITH THE SAID SOUTH LINE OF APLINGTON STREET, 156 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. PIN 14-16-327-012 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 801 South Congress Avenue Polo, IL 61064 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-05317. I3107843 December 28, 2018 January 4,11, 2019

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ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on December 7, A.D. 2018, 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 business known as Dippy's 109 W. Mason Street Polo, IL 61064. Dated this 7th day of December, A. D. 2018 . Laura J. Cook County Clerk December 21,28, 2018 January 4, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF OGLE Public Notice is hereby given to all persons in Ogle County that a Public Hearing will be held January 24, 2019 at 6:00 P.M. in the County Board Room, 3rd floor of the Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois, to consider the request filed December 19, 2018 of Michael Reibel, Ogle County Planning & Zoning Administrator under the direction of the Planning & Zoning Committee of the Ogle County Board for an Amendment to the text of the Ogle County Amendatory Zoning Ordinance by adding the following paragraph to follow the existing text in Division 6 (Supplementary District Regulations), Section 16-6-6G (Accessory Buildings, Structures and Uses; Private Swimming Pools): Where swimming pools are equipped with a powered safety cover that complies with ASTM 1346, the areas where those swimming pools are located shall not be required to comply with the above barrier requirements. All persons in attendance at the hearing shall have an opportunity to be heard. Any person who also wishes to appear as an “interested party” with the right to cross-examine others at the hearing must complete and file an appearance form with the Ogle County Planning & Zoning Department no later than five (5) business days before the date of the hearing. The application for this text amendment is on file with a detailed description and executive summary, and is available for examination at the Planning & Zoning Department, 911 Pines Rd., Oregon, Illinois or at the following URL: http://www.oglecounty.org/departments/planning_and_zoning/ zoning_board_of_appeals.php. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS RANDY OCKEN, Chairman Dated at Oregon, Illinois this 19th day of December 2018 January 4, 2019

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LEGAL NOTICEIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CASE NO. 2016TX24 TO :RUSSELL JOHNSON; MARSHA JOHNSON, CITY OF FORRESTON, ALLIED BUSINESS ACCOUNTS INC; ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND PARTIES INTERESTED and THE OGLE COUNTY CLERK YOU AND EACH OF YOU WILL TAKE NOTICE THAT at a sale of real estate made by the County Collector of OGLE COUNTY, Illinois held at the OGLE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, OREGON, IL ON NOVEMBER 3, 2016, LAWRENCE BRUCKNER KEOUGH TRUST, purchased the following described real estate situated in said county for the taxes, special assessments, interest, penalties and costs due and unpaid thereon for the year 2015, to-Wit: CERTIFICATE 2015=00114 PIN 02 28 460 009 LEGALLY DESCRIBED TO WIT: Lot Eleven (11) and Twelve (12) in Block Eighteen (18) in the Illinois Central Railroad Company's First Addition to the Town of Forreston, in Ogle County, Illinois, according to the recorded Plat thereof, being the same lots otherwise described and conveyed as Lots Seven (7) and Eight (8) according to an unrecorded Plat thereof, in which reference is made in the affidavit of C. J. Riley recorded in S of Miscellaneous, page 605, in the Recorder?s office of said Ogle County; AND ALSO, that part of the west half (W1/2) of the Northeast Quarter (NE ¼) of Section Thirtythree (33), in Township Twenty-five (25N) North, Range Eight (8), east of the 4th Principal Meridian, being a triangular piece of land bounded on the South side by the North line of South First Street, on the Western side by the Eastern Line of an alley running in the rear of Lots 8, 9, and 10 in Block 7 of Neal?s Addition to the Town of Forreston and on the North by the North Line of Section Thirty-three (33), and on the East by the west line of Locust Street in said Town of Forreston. Situated in the Village of Forreston, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. YOU WILL ALSO TAKE NOTICE THAT THE undersigned being the purchaser of said real estate at said sale has filed a petition in the County Court of OGLE County, Illinois in the same proceedings wherein said real estate was directed to be sold praying among other things for an order directing the issuance of a Tax Deed to the undersigned; that on the __9TH__ DAY OF MAY, 2019 AT __9:00 am. or as soon as after as he may be heard, the undersigned will appear before JUDGE JOHN ROE IV for said court in the OGLE COUNTY JUDICIAL CENTER, ROOM____ 106 S 5TH ST, OREGON, IL 61061 and present said Petition to the Court and apply for an order directing the County Clerk to issue a Tax Deed to Petitioner in accordance with the prayer thereof, at that time you may appear and be heard if you so desire. For further information, contact the County Clerk at 815-732-1110 Last day for redemption is May 3, 2019 Dated December 17, 2018 LAWRENCE BRUCKNER, PETITIONER; 1110 LOCUST STREET; THOMSON, IL 61285;8l5-259-3168 December 28, 2018 January 4,11, 2019

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