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VOLUME 52 NO. 12 • SERVING THE MT. MORRIS AREA SINCE 1967

FRIDAY, January 10, 2020 • $1.00

ACCIDENT UPDATE

One Body Found

The body of one missing fisherman is found near the Dixon dam. / 2

LOCAL NEWS

New Owner The White Pines Skating Center has a new owner with local ties. / 4

First Meal The Rock River Center hosted its first Lifescape meal on Monday. / 3

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The Black Hawk Statue began to reappear on Tuesday as workers removed the covering and scaffolding surrounding the statue that overlooks the Rock River from Lowden State Park.

INDEX

One Section - 24 Pages

Byron Library............ 11 Church News............12 Classifieds..........19-24 Entertainment......... 10

Marriage Licenses.... 8 Mt. Morris Library.... 7 Oregon Police...........18 People........................ 8

Pine Creek................. 5 Property Transfers...16 Sheriff’s Arrests.......17

DEATHS Robert Eugene Bennett, Kathy Lynn (Hilliard) Colbert, John Jacob Hubbard, The Rev. Paul S. Park, Stanley L. Weber, Pages 15-16

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ACCIDENT UPDATE

Body of one missing boater is found One of two fishermen were lost in Rock River after Nov. 20 accident

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com A body recovered Friday, Jan. 3 near the Dixon dam has been identified as James Swift, 64, of Forreston.

Swift was one of two Ogle County boaters that have been missing since Nov. 20 after their boat capsized near the Oregon dam.

Lee County Coroner Jesse Partington confirmed that Swift was identified by the tattoos on his body. An autopsy took place Monday at the Ogle County Coroner’s office.

“Everything just looked like drowning as the cause,” Partington said Tuesday.

“There was no evidence of foul play or anything else that could have contributed to the accident.”

Ogle County officials were on scene as Dixon Rural Fire and Dixon Fire Department crews pulled Swift’s body from the Rock River near the Dixon dam at 10:30 a.m.

A Dixon Rural Fire boat was seen making its way north above the dam toward the ramp off Assembly Place around 10:15 a.m., where Swift’s body was placed in a Dixon Rural Fire truck and transported to the Ogle County Coroner’s office.

A worker at the power plant at the dam spotted the body and reported it and first responders were dispatched shortly before 10 a.m. to 201 E. River Road, Dixon City Fire Department said.

Kent Dearborn Jr., 33, of Polo is still missing.

Efforts to find Swift and Dearborn since Nov. 20 have included searches with boats and sonar equipment when

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Dixon police and fire work to recover a body from the Rock River near the Dixon dam on Jan. 3. made possible by weather and personnel, as well as a river flyover with a plane. The Oregon Fire Department had received dozens of calls about possible sightings in the river since Nov. 20.

When the search began, the Oregon Fire Department became the hub of a full-scale search-and-rescue operation.

Twelve area fire departments responded with resources, including firefighters and boats.

Sonar, a remotely-operated vehicle and divers were used Nov. 21, when the body of one of the men was located underwater about a mile south of the dam, but the swift water prevented the ROV and divers from recovering it before it moved to an unknown location.

The IDNR accident report obtained by Sauk Valley Media showed that the men were ejected from their 14-foot Starcraft

boat, registered to Swift. The vessel was found stuck in the low head dam and was difficult to move.

Cold water immersion and environmental conditions affecting visibility (fog) were listed under what contributed to the accident.

“It appeared the vessel had gotten too close to the dam and capsized,” the report says.

Upon inspection of the vessel it was noted that there was an anchor line tied to the right rear side and was frayed with the anchor missing. There were life jackets in the boat stowed in the front unlocked hatch.

After learning of their identities, the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office checked the cell phone statuses of the men and discovered both phones turned off at 9:57 a.m. on Nov. 20.

a protective wrap for the better part of the past two years.

Taking down the scaffolding will be a very slow process that will take around two weeks. Jan Stilson, Chairman of the Black Hawk Area Restoration and Development Committee, compared it to removing toothpicks.

Stilson said she noticed on Monday that the color of the statue may be a little different than before after the restoration. She called it noticeably more white, while original sculptor Lorado Taft aimed for a color that resembled finished pink marble.

A ceremony dedicated to the restored statue is being planned for the coming

months by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources in a joint effort with local organizations like BARD, Stilson said.

Landscaping around the statue will redo the plaza, rock wall and flooring at the ground level and could start as soon as this summer. The landscaping is slated to be paid for by the IDNR. If not, it will come out of the $180,000 raised by BARD between April and August 2018.

BARD is offering pieces of the Black Hawk statue removed in the restoration process. If interested, send a message to the Facebook page Restoration of the Black Hawk Statue. The organization is a nonprofit. Pieces are being offered for donations in return.

STATUE UPDATE

Restoration done scaffolding comes down...finally

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com Final concrete work and sandblasting has been completed on the Black Hawk Statue and protective netting and scaffolding has started to come down around the concrete icon, which has been under

SENIOR NEWS

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com

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Darlene and Doug Raney (left) and Don and Myrle Fuller (right) eat lunch on the first day of Lifescape’s senior dining program at Rock River Center in Oregon. need to call and make reservations by 10:00 am the day before they intend on eating at the Rock River Center. To schedule a reservation, call (815) 963-1609 and let Lifescape know the days you plan on dining.

Once scheduled participants show up on their scheduled day between 11:30 am and noon to enjoy their meal. Rock River Center offers transportation within Ogle County. Participants can schedule a ride to their meal by calling Rock River Center at (815) 732-3252 at least 24-hours in advance.

Rock River Center has a regularly scheduled potluck luncheons on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month. Also, The Etnyre Foundation sponsors free food Friday the first Friday of every month. The Rock River Center will not host Congregate dining on the potluck days or free food Fridays.

For January and February there will be not congregate dining at Rock Rover Center on the following days: Jan. 3, 14, 22, and 28 and Feb. 7, 11, 17 (closed for President’s Day), and 25.

The Rock River Center is located at 810 S. 10th St. in Oregon.

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Donna Wright didn’t have to eat a bagel at home for lunch on Monday, something she’s found herself doing all too often lately.

Area seniors gathered for the first time on Monday at the Rock River Center in Oregon for Lifescape’s senior dining program.

Lifescape works in partnership with senior centers, churches, high rises, and restaurants to offer multiple dining sites in Winnebago, Boone, Ogle, and Lee Counties.

There used to be a congregate meal site at Fiesta Palace in Mt. Morris, but the restaurant closed down.

“I think it’s wonderful,” Wright said. “They closed that place in Mt. Morris. I used to go there for breakfast probably three days a week.”

Darlene Raney and her husband, Doug, of Oregon were in attendance for lunch. The couple said they have missed having a location like it.

They used to attend the Mt. Morris location quite a bit. They plan to come to the center at least once or twice a week going forward.

“We’ve eaten at home more,” Darlene Raney said. “We would just have a sandwich. Something less nutritious than here. It’s a very reasonable price. It’s a suggested donation.”

The meals are free. The suggested donation is usually around $2 or $3.

Lifescape brings the food to the Rock River Center and serves it there. Lifescape Executive Director Mike Hughes hopes as many people that could use them come in for meals in the future.

“I think it’s definitely needed,” Raney said. “But I think it’s going to take a while to build it back up because they haven’t had it. People have been so disappointed not having it and they’ve gotten out of the habit of using it and wanting to use it.”

Lifescape and the Rock River Center plan to continue to try to get the word out to get seniors out of their homes to get active and socialize to stay in good health.

“To me, it’s a home run for both of our organizations,” Hughes said.

Lifescape will be serving meals at Rock River Center Monday through Friday from 11:30 am to noon.

Participants must be 60 or older or accompanied by a spouse who is 60 or older. Interested participants

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BUSINESS NEWS

Pines Roller Skating Center has a new owner Jones also owns two other businesses along Pines Road

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com It should be skating as normal despite a change in ownership at the White Pines Roller Skating Center.

Rebecca Jones purchased the 53-year-old landmark two weeks ago. She is also the owner of the Pine Creek Canyon wedding venue and Pine Creek Cabins Jones said the icon will continue to operate as a roller rink as it has since 1947.

“It worked really well with my current portfolio,” Jones said. “This business is mostly in the winter unlike my other ones. There aren’t many winter weddings. It also borders my properties. It made sense from a business standpoint.”

The roller rink is located at 6929 West Pines Road just west of the canyon wedding venue, and across the road from the White Pines State Park.

Jones started discussing purchasing the business with the former owners, Dave and Maggie Johnson, in September and October. Dave Johnson had owned the rink since 1984 and recently relocated to Nashville, Tennessee.

The reported amount of the transaction was $240,000.

As the new owner, Jones plans to possibly organize more private events like adult skates and nights with live bands. She also plans to improve the exterior of the property, including power washing and cleaning up the front of the building.

“It needs a little bit of a facelift,” Jones said. “We want to make it have more curb appeal.”

The roller rink’s manager with the previous regime, Amber Becker, made an agreement with Jones to stay on to run the rink’s day-to-day operations. But Jones made a point to have the sale completed by the new year so she could help with preparing for the rink’s overnight event on New Year’s Eve. The rink was open from 8 p.m. on Dec. 31 until 7 a.m. on Jan. 1.

“It was a really busy day, the busiest of my year,” Jones said. “It was awesome and I was impressed by the staff. My family was there to help, too.”

Jones made her previous purchases in the area of the canyon and cab-

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Rebecca Jones, the new owner of the White Pines Skating Rink, ties laces on a pair of skates at the start of the evening skate period on Saturday. BELOW: Skaters make their way around the marble floor at the skating rink.

ins in April 2019. She found success in her first year, noting that bookings in both are up and weddings are booked through the entire year of 2020. But, she has no plans to buy any other properties in the area any

time soon.

“That’s my New Years resolution,” Jones said. “Never say never, but I want to focus on building and improving what I have.”

The White Pines Roller Skating

Center is open Friday (7-10 p.m.), Saturday (1-5 p.m., 7-11 p.m.) and Sunday (1-4 p.m.).

For more information or to book a private event, visit skatingfun.com.

NEW BUSINESS

Renovated location is the new home high intensity training

BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com

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Owner Matt Bouback showcases the weightlifting equipment on the first floor of downtown Oregon’s new fitness business, Reign XT. cooling systems. Bathrooms, plumbing. Everything.”

Bouback originally wanted to open in October, but soon realized that construction would be an issue.

He thought he was a hard worker until he started to see the building’s owners, Mark Gale and Kevin Wiegmann inside working every day from sun up until sun down.

Each brick in the building has been scraped and sanded by hand to remove plaster with a wire mesh.

Going up the building’s new stairs takes you a floor that includes ADA-compliant bathrooms with showers, an open-space training area, tanning rooms and a spin-cycling class room with a view of the historic Ogle County Courthouse.

“It’s been five to seven of us working every single day for the past three or four months,” Bouback said. “Many nights of no sleep and just grinding. Kind of the attitude of our gym. It’s all or nothing.”

Bouback was born and raised in Belvidere and wrestled at Northern Illinois University on scholarship.

He has also owned gyms in Belvidere, Rockford and Stillman Valley.

He’s been a trainer since 1998. He also owns a logistics company, but he plans to be at the gym as much as they can be.

Bouback sees Reign XT as more

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In 2018, a “burnt out” Matt Bouback left the gym business.

He sold his gym in Byron. He wrote a book. He had a talk show on health and fitness. He created an app.

With the exception of the worldwide talk show, he didn’t even really market those projects. He was just looking for different outlets. The “itch” didn’t stay away for long.

“Sometime around the middle of last year, 2019, I started feeling the itch again,” Bouback said. “I missed the environment, the community and the culture. I told my wife that I wanted to get back into the gym business. She asked me if I was nuts.

I said, ‘Yeah. Let’s open another gym.’”

Enter Reign XT, Oregon’s newest business downtown at 404 W. Washington St. After thinking he’d never go back to brick and mortar gyms, Bouback went on the hunt for a new one to own. He tried to buy back his old gym in Byron and was rebuffed. He made a list of possible communities that didn’t include Oregon, due to its smaller size.

Bouback ended up spending time in Oregon and meeting with Mayor Ken Williams during his search.

“The more time we spent down here, it just felt right,” Bouback said. “Everyone was coming to us and saying, ‘We want you to come into our community.’ A lot of people knew our past history at our other gyms. We had clients from Oregon.

Everybody just embraced us here.”

Finding a location that suited his aspirations was a tall task for Bouback. He desired a big, 24-hour gym with capabilities for spin classes and group fitness.

When he first saw the Washington Street location, Bouback thought there was no chance that he could build his gym there. The old National Clothing House building, built in the early 1800s, had to be gutted, but became what Bouback wanted.

“There’s not a single inch of this building that hasn’t been touched and changed,” Bouback said. “The ceilings have been painted. Beams have been changed out. Everything has been touched. New heating and

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LOCAL HISTORY

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

BY OTTO DICK This is the second installment of a diary written by Robert Ordnung Hardesty who was born in Oregon and attended schools in Oregon including the Oregon Bible College.

Robert’s parents, William and Ida, lived at 100 S. 10th St. in Oregon on a 10-acre truck farm. After graduation from Oregon Bible College in June 1944, Robert accepted an invitation to become pastor of the Church of God in Omaha, Nebraska.

I this second installment of excerpts from his diary, Robert wrote: “before my dad died our family always had reliable transportation: a surrey with a fringe on the top and Dick, the gentle horse that pulled it.

“One time my mother fixed a picnic lunch and we rode about three miles to Kyte Creek where we all went wading. The food was laid out on a blanket and we all sat around the edge eating.

“In winter my dad sometimes hitched Dick to what he called the Cutter, a small sleigh that held two people. You might call it a sport car on runners.

“Dick was a good horse. He responded well to my dad’s voice. One day the neighbor children and I asked dad if we could ride Dick before he was put in the barn. He consented and we all took turns having a horseback ride.

“Dick was a work horse so no saddle was available. My dad loved children and enjoyed seeing us have fun.”

Part Two of Robert Hardesty’s Diary.

1. There was no kindergarten then. I started first grade in 1923. Ruby Nash was my first grade teacher.

2. Hayrides in the fall and bobsled rides in winter were popular for church parties.

3. A bowl of oyster stew and a cup of hot chocolate were usually waiting for us at the end of the ride.

4. Farmers still kept a team of horses taking them to a farrier to have their hooves trimmed and iron shoes fitted and nailed on.

5. Horses were still being used in Oregon for delivery of milk, ice and products delivered by Railway Express.

6. The man with the Railway Express delivery feed the horse by placing a nose bag filled with

Pine Creek News

By Karen Merlak

TOP: This is a photo of Hardesty’s father, William, with Dick the horse.

Hardesty’s mother Ida, can be seen in the doorway.

BELOW: Hardesty’s birthplace was at 102 10th Street in Oregon. He was born on Dec. 3, 1918. Photos supplied by Otto Dick

Robert Ordnung Hardesty

William Hardesty oats on the horse’s head.

7. The milk man had a horse who knew the route. When the milk man would deliver milk to his customer the horse would go to the next house.

8. Uncle Roy had an open-air Maxwell touring car taking us for a swim in Kyte Creek.

9. On one occasion Uncle Roy took several of us camping on Margaret Fuller Island in Rock River.

10. Paul Johnson, manager of the Restitution Herald print shop was especially helpful to my brother Harold and me when we went to work there.

11. At first we were called printers devils, (those who did simple things to help).

12. Bud Eakle and I drove to Kentucky to visit

The New Year has come with blessings all around. Our church continues to look to the future of our new building. We have so much to look forward to because we know that God is in our plans. For all of His blessings, we are truly thankful.

This morning in church, we were greeted by James Hopkins, who stepped in to help since I arrived a little late. Our special music was a song from Chuck Kearns, who sang

Mammoth Cave. On our way back we needed money.

13. We stopped at a railroad station in Springfield and sent a telegram to my brother asking him to wire us enough money to get home. With our gas tank filled we continued on home.

14. We later learned that Mr. Sharick, the station agent at Oregon had telegraphed the money knowing that we would repay him at the first opportunity.

15. For several years a Father and Son Banquet was held in the Coliseum on a date near Father’s Day. 16. With no father Harold and I were invited to some of those banquets by local business men and ministers who had no sons to go with them.

“Like a Rose in Winter,” accompanied by his wife, Bev. Pastor Charlotte Hoppe led the children’s message for young friends, Katelyn, Laura, and Harper.

Charlotte celebrated the Epiphany, the visit from the wise men. After church, the Christmas decorations were taken down for another year.

On Saturday morning, the men and women of our church gathered for breakfast at a restaurant in Polo.

With about twenty in attendance, everyone enjoyed a wonderful breakfast, fellowship, and fun.

Progress is being made at our new church building. Plans to clean out and fix up the furnishings are being made for our church. The excitement is growing for the new building and our ministry.

This past Tuesday evening, my

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PUBLIC VOICE To the Editor,

The “Keep the Wreath Red” campaign was a great success again this year thanks to all of your hard work!

The program is very simple, a wreath is placed on the front of the Mt. Morris Firehouse. The wreath was covered in red bulbs.

If a fire occurs during the holiday season caused by holiday decorations, a bulb will be changed to white.

Thanks to our safety conscious citizens we were able to keep the wreath red for the entire holiday season.

The Mt. Morris Fire Department truly appreciates everyone’s help to make it another fire safe holiday season!

Rob G. Hough IV

Fire Chief Mt. Morris Fire Protection District

Thank you To the Editor,

The Mt. Morris Police and Fire Departments wish to thank all the contributors to the 2019 Toys for Kids program.

The program provided Christmas gifts for 151 children in the Mt. Morris Fire Protection District.

A special thanks to Mullarkey’s Bar and Grill, who sponsored a fundraising event. Their generous contribution made a great impact to continue the program that has existed for more than 40 years.

Jason White

Mt. Morris Police Chief Rob Hough

Mt. Morris Fire Chief

Continued from Page 6 brother, Ben, and his wife, Jo, invited me to join Jo’s family for a game night to celebrate the new year. We shared a great night of dinner, games, and laughter. We greeted the new year and new decade surrounded by family and friends.

Charlotte Hoppe and I spent New Year’s Day together enjoying a couple of movies in Freeport. This trip has become our unofficial tradition to celebrate the new year. It was a fun day of great movies and even greater company.

I was reminded of past New Year’s Eve celebration, including the year we came home to no electricity and no heat. We cuddled under the covers in our winter coats until the morning when everything was once again restored.

I still remember using candles and flashlights to find our way

MT. MORRIS POLICE to Ogle County Jail.

Dec. 26 A citation was issued to Seth F. Groom, 20, of Batavia, for speeding.

Dec. 28 A citation was issued to Thomas D. Leigh, 30, of Oregon, for no valid registration.

These charges are merely an accusation and that the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Let us know what’s happening in Mt. Morris!

Email: news@oglecountynews.com

MT. MORRIS LIBRARY Sunday Jan. 19 at 2 p.m., Tax Efficiency for adults Brian from Thrivant financial will be here to help you understand tax efficiency. Learn about where your money goes, what needs taxed, what all these terms mean for you.

Drop Of Site for Film Plastic Recycling You can now recycle your clean and dry film plastic, which is any plastic that can be wadded into a ball, to be turned into a bench! Stop in for more details.

Upcoming Events: Mini Golf Fundraiser- Our annual mini golf fundraiser will be coming in February! If you would like to sponsor a hole please contact Kaitlyn at the Library.

What is Tri County?- See what things Tri County has to offer, ask questions, be informed!

Reoccurring Programs: Story Time- Every Wednesday morning @11:15am all ages (Upcoming dates Jan. 15, 22, and 29) After School Club- Every first and third Wednesday of the month, 3 p.m., ages 5 and up (Upcoming dates Jan. 15, Feb. 5 and 19) Lego Club- Every second Monday of the month, 5:45 p.m., all ages Cookbook Club- Every third Monday of the month, 6 p.m. for adults. Visit the library to choose your recipe. (Upcoming dates Jan. 20) *THE DAY HAS CHANGED* Library Board MeetingJan. 15, 7 p.m.

Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult for all programs.

The Mt. Morris Public Library is located at 105 S. McKendrie Ave. Mt. Morris IL 61054. Phone 815-734-4927 Fax-815-734-6035 www.mtmorris-il. org

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Dec. 18 A citation was issued to Stephen R. Hiner Jr., 39, of Mt. Morris, for no valid registration.

Dec. 20 A citation was issued to Ashley P. Paddie, 28, of Mt. Morris, for speeding.

Dec. 21 Timothy J. Parker, 37, of Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Lee County warrant. Parker was transported

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through the house that was dimly lit by the light of the moon. The kids were young and worried about the dark. They climbed into our bed where we could keep warm and safe together and we waited.

Over the Advent season, Charlotte brought messages of living in light and darkness. Sometimes we are left in the dark without warning. Our faith that the light will return makes it easier to wait in the dark.

Even though I know that God is guiding me, I do worry on occasion.

In those moments of absolute darkness. I sit alone and try to remember that the darkness won’t last. It may take longer than expected, but His light will shine through.

I hope to see you next Sunday at our church in the country. Come and join us for a time of worship and a message to carry you through the week. No matter the depth of the darkness, God’s light can drive it away.

ENGAGEMENT

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Adaline Beck to celebrate 100 years

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Adaline Beck, of Polo, will celebrate her 100th birthday on Jan. 22.

An open house, hosted by her daughter for family and friends, will be held on Saturday, Jan. 25 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Pinecricker Cafe in Polo.

The omission of gifts is requested.

Adaline was married to the late Dale Beck, and they had four children, Bev (Bob, deceased) Merdian, Rodger (deceased), Linda (Steve) Grossnickle, and Donna (Kenny) Soltow.

She has six grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Wishes may be sent to her at 609 S. Division Ave., Polo, IL 61064.

Adaline Beck

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Beth Dietrich and Jason Kohute to exchange vows Steve and Jan Dietrich, Mt. Morris, announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Beth Dietrich, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania., to Jason Kohute, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Beth is currently an administrative associate within the Department of Anesthesiology at the Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, as part of the Penn State Health health care system. She is also pursuing a master’s degree in education at the Penn State University – Harrisburg campus.

Jason works within the Department of Fee Accounting at the Penn-

sylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) in Harrisburg.

In fall 2017, Beth met Jason at a part-time ministry school, based in Harrisburg, only several months after relocating to the United States after teaching English as a Second Language in Taiwan for seven years.

Currently, Beth and Jason serve in the local Harrisburg House of Prayer, which is affiliated with the International House of Prayer in Kansas City, Missouri.

The couple is planning a wedding in September 2020 in the area of Harrisburg.

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

Silvestre Zarate Martinez and Fe Garcia Valdivia, both of Rochelle.

Dec. 20 Michael Alan Olson and Lynnel Ruth Camling, both of Oregon.

Dec. 23 John Luis Pickens and Winifred Ann Bird, both of Oregon.

HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY

SCHOLARSHIPS

Stillman Bank held its annual Holiday Giveaway drawing on Dec. 23. The bank had a total of six winners throughout its six locations.

The winners received either a beef quarter or pork half.

The winners of the beef quarters were Duane Bunton of Roscoe, Ron Zolper of Byron, and Betty Winters of Loves Park; Pork halves winners were Joyce Gittleson of Rochelle, Bill Harmon of Byron and Brian Welty of Oregon.

The annual Holiday Giveaway is

Applications ready for farm bureau scholarships Brian Welty of Oregon won a pork half in Stillman Bank’s holiday giveaway. one of the many ways the bank gives back to the local communities it serves, officials said.

For more information on the 2019 Holiday Giveaway or to find out more about Stillman Bank’s products and services, contact or visit stillmanbank.com.

Spinning wheel is topic of Jan. 20 Quilt Guild meeting

Country Crossroads Quilt Guild will meet Monday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Forreston Grove Church, 7246 Freeport Rd. Forreston.

The evening program will be presented by Jared Monroe, from Polo.

He will be discussing the history of spinning from dropspindles to the development of the spinning wheel; the variety of spinning wheels, and the three drive systems of spinning wheels.

He will end with demonstrations of drop spinning and spinning on a modern wheel.

Guild meetings are held on the third Monday of each month. Visitors are charged $5 at the door.

Anyone interested in the joy of quilting and the inspiration of quilts are welcome.

For more information call Bonnie at 815-232-4769.

SPECIAL EVENT

Trivia Night for Rock River Center is March 9 Hairy Cow Brewing Company in Byron will open exclusively on Monday, March 9 for Trivia Night to benefit Rock River Center The event will be held from 5 to 9 p.m.

“It’s not too early to register a team for our exclusive evening at Hairy Cow because space limits the evening to 17 teams,” said Marcia Heuer, RRC employee. “For our first Trivia Night last October, we sold out team space. We’ll have goodie bags for all participants, Mulligan’s,

prizes for winning teams, games in-between rounds and all led by Trivia Night expert, Gary Mueller, statistician for the St. Louis Cardinals.”

The cost to attend the event is $10 per person with maximum of six on a team. There will be food and drink available for purchase.

Reservations can be made at Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, or by going to events@rockrivercenter.org or by calling 815-732-3252.

Don Bybee Memorial Scholarship 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 this $1,000 scholarship recognizes his passion for offering opportunities for Ogle County youth to advance their education.

Mark Detig Memorial Scholarship This 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. 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.

Del Flessner Memorial Scholarship The $1,500 Del Flessner Memorial Scholarship honors the former manager of the Ogle County Farm Bureau.

Two $1,000 General Farm Bureau Scholarships are also available.

Ag Technology Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to students studying in an ag technology field similar to diesel mechanics, crop technician or similar fields of study.

Eligible applicants for these scholarships must be a high school graduate, an Ogle County Farm Bureau member or dependent of a member, accepted at an accredited university or college and pursue an agricultural or agricultural-related field of study, a resident of Illinois, and demonstrate a financial need.

Applicants can be graduating high school seniors or students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.

Applicants successfully completed and submitted will be judged on criteria including: academic performance, demonstrated interest in agriculture, financial need and character/personality.

Those interested in receiving a scholarship application should contact the Ogle County Farm Bureau at 732-2231; or stop by their office at 421 W Pines Rd, in Oregon.

Applications can also be downloaded by visiting our website at www.oglefb.org All applications and accompanying materials must be received no later than April 1.

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Applications for the 2020 Farm Bureau Scholarship Program for graduating high school seniors, or those enrolled at an accredited university, are now available.

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.

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YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Growing prairie plants to be the topic on Jan. 16 Rochelle couple to talk about their greenhouses at 7 p.m.

The Jan. 16 meeting of the Wild Ones will include a program on growing prairie plants.

Peggy and Bryan Redington of Rochelle will present: “How to Grow Prairie Plants from Seeds, Roots, and Cuttings” at Rock Valley College’s Physical Education Center at 3301 N. Mulford Road in Rockford, on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m.

Since 2017, the Redingtons have owned and operated Country Road Greenhouses (CRG), a native plant nursery with 11 greenhouses on 6 acres near Rochelle, and two acres of prairie which are currently being expanded to allow for more seed collection.

The focus at CRG is to provide native prairie plants, grasses, sedges, and rushes to forest preserve districts, park districts, natural landscapers, native restoration projects, and groups that promote the use of native plants (including the local chapter of Wild Ones).

The Redingtons grow all of their plants from seed or cuttings which are collected on the property and they are currently working on providing a source of native trees and shrubs.

They are always looking for more ways to support and promote native

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The common milkweed plant produces seeds in the fall. plants, pollinators, and wildlife in the region. They maintain a hive of over 10,000 honeybees.

Peggy will describe the basics of growing prairie plants from seeds, roots, and cuttings, and creating a vernalization period by sowing seeds and storing them in a cooler for the winter.

She is a graduate of Kishwaukee College with an AAS Horticulture degree in greenhouse management, with certificates in greenhouse pro-

duction and garden center management.

She has 20-plus years in the horticulture industry, attaining positions in greenhouse management, nursery management, display gardens, landscape design and cannabis production.

She was formerly the greenhouse manager of the Kishwaukee College horticulture program, where her emphasis was to support the instruction of all the horticulture

program students, while also creating, maintaining, and beautifying the campus display gardens.

This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call 779-537.8939.

Wild Ones is a non-profit educational organization that promotes the use of native plants and natural landscaping to preserve natural diversity. For more information about the Rock River Valley chapter, visit www.wildonesrrvc.org.

TREE COLLECTION

Recycle your live Christmas tree during January Drop off locations throughout county; FFA pick up Jan. 11 The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department (OCSWMD), in cooperation with local towns, villages, and FFA groups are helping to collect and chip Christmas trees once again this year.

“Don’t just throw out your tree, have it recycled into usable mulch through this program,” said Paul Cooney, a solid waste management specialist. “Up until Jan. 20, you can drop off your tree at the following

Blackhawk Dr. (Rt. 2) Forreston: 407 N. Locust St. Leaf River: 605 Main St. Rochelle: Atwood Park, 10th Ave. & 20th St. Monroe Center: Lichty’s Landscaping, 309 Pacific St. Polo: Southwest corner of E. Colden St. & S. Green Ave.

locations; remove all lights, garland, other decorations, and plastic bags prior to drop-off. Please no live garland, wreaths, or other designs.”

Drop off locations are: Oregon: Park District Maintenance Dept., 507 Hill St. Byron: Byron boat launch lot, E.

In addition, local high school FFA groups will be collecting trees on Saturday, Jan. 11. Trees must be out at the curb no later than 8 a.m. and all lights, decorations and plastic bags must be removed.

Call the OCSWMD at 815-732-4020 or visit oglecounty.org for more information.

BYRON PUBLIC LIBRARY

Library Dance Party Monday, Jan. 13, 10-10:45 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. No registration required.

Navigating the College Search Process Monday, Jan. 13, 6-7:30 p.m.

College starts with identifying colleges that will fit you best. This informational seminar, intended for parents of high schoolers and their students, will cover how college admissions has changed recently and how parents can prepare. Please visit Byron.evanced.info/ signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.

Super Bowl LIV Scoop presented by Sean Considine Monday, Jan. 27, 5-6 p.m.

What does it take to get into the Super Bowl? What makes an underdog and how are the odds determined?

What do the referee calls mean?

Novice football watchers and devoted fans alike will enjoy Sean’s stories and professional knowledge.

Please visit Byron.evanced.info/signup or call 815-2345107 to register.

Princess Di: Gone But Still Kicking!

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 1-2 p.m.

Jilann Gabrielle of Paradise Playhouse presents a cabaret style show. Princess Di cut a deal with St. Peter at heaven’s gate and will be allowed to stay with her sons at the palace, but in return she will age.

Don’t miss this performance and chance to learn

Happy New Year!

Is your New Year’s resolution health and fitness related?

The challenge kicks off on January 26, with baseline screens* being held at FHN Burchard Hills Facility Lower Level on: January 22, 2020 January 23, 2020 January 25, 2020 10 am – 1 pm 3 pm – 6 pm 8 am –11 am *You must attend one of the scheduled baseline screens in order to have your points count. Please schedule your screen early to be sure to get the date and time that works best for your schedule.

There will not be “make up” screening dates.

about Princess Diana’s public and personal life within the British Royal Monarchy. Please visit Byron.evanced. info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.

National Hot Chocolate Day Friday, Jan. 31, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Enjoy a free cup of hot chocolate with your choice of stir-ins and toppings! No registration required!

Byron Pioneers and the History of the Census Wednesday, Feb. 5 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Find our which Byron pioneer undertook the first U.S. Census for Ogle County in 1840 and other interesting stories about Byron settlers. Also learn how the census adds value to our community with our Director, Emily Porter. Please visit Byron.evanced.info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.

Totally Radical 80s Time Travel Adventure Escape Room Saturday, Feb. 8, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Ages: 18 and up You’ve gone back in time! Use your knowledge of all that was rad in the 80s to get back to the present day. One person should register your group of 3-5 for a 45-minute time slot. Please visit Byron.evanced.info/ signup or call 815-234-5107 to register your group.

If you have a resolution to be more fit in 2020, FHN’s Get FiTeam Challenge is here for you!

For just $25 each, you and three of your friends/family members will compete with other four-person teams in a 12-week program timed to help you be in better health for all of your summer activities. You’ll earn points for exercise, drinking plenty of water, and eating five servings of fruits and vegetables every day. At a baseline screen, you will confirm your current height, weight, blood pressure and cholesterol level. Throughout the challenge, you will receive challenge updates, healthy recipes, and invitations to health-related events. You will also be able to take advantage of trial memberships only for Get FiTeam members at local health and fitness clubs. When all is said and done, the top teams of the competition will win great prizes!

Get your team together and Get FiT! Register online at getfit.fhn.org beginning January 6.

For more information call us at 1-877-6000-FHN, ext. 901, or email us at getfit@fhn.org.

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Unicorn Magic Party Tuesday, Jan. 14, 6-7 p.m.

Ages: 3-8 years, with caregiver Channel your unicorn love in an evening devoted to all things unicorn!!! This is a repeat of our November program, due to high demand. Please visit Byron. evanced.info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.

Matinees at BPLD: Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles Friday, Jan. 24, 10-11:30 a.m.

This documentary looks at the origins of Fiddler on the Roof, one of Broadway’s best-known musicals. Max Lewkowicz’s “Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles” provides an entertaining overview of the unlikely success of Fiddler on the Roof, which won 9 Tonys and is the longest running musical in Broadway history. Refreshments provided. Please visit Byron.evanced.info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.

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Special Hours The library will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20 for a staff training day. We will re-open with our regular hours on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

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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 & 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 Matt Smith 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com

CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

OPEN BIBLE

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

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH Polo Campus

EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD

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

EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH

FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH

EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

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

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

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

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

GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA)

505 Hill St., Oregon Pastor David Snow 815-732-2642 www.fbcoregon.org

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

EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

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

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC 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

GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

8210 E. Edwardsville Rd., German Valley Pastor Eric Schlukebir 815-362-6601 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Billy Hardy 815-738-2205 leafriverbc@gmail.com

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

SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

SILVER CREEK REFORMED CHURCH

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

ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Mark Phillips Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 760-550-4563

114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367

RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH

104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor Sung-Eun Kim 815-345-3038

NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH

16032 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon 815-864-2448

LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535

416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199

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

4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Matt Smith

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

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

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

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

OREGON CHURCH OF GOD

Church and Main Streets Pastor Don Plock

LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH

205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Pastor Chris Bradshaw 815-837-5255 polo@crossroadscn.com www.crossroadscn.com

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

FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH

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

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

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

VAN BROCKLIN-FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3582 Bolton Rd.., Freeport Pastor Dawn Barr 815-291-0601

WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Rd., Forreston 815-938-2586

How to submit church news Changes in church listings and articles about special church services and events can be emailed to news@oglecountynews.com.

For more information call 815-732-6166 ext. 2591.

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SPORTS

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BY ERIC INGLES eingles@saukvalley.com In the scoring battle between the two players wearing No. 23 on Jan. 3 at the Blackhawk Center, it was Oregon’s Trey Woolsey coming out on top over Morrison’s T.C. Ottens – and it was Woolsey’s team coming out on top over the Mustangs 57-39.

Woolsey finished with 33 points. Ottens had 20.

Woolsey shot 14-for-29 from the field, knocking down three 3-pointers amid a slew of drives to the rim and baskets in transition. He also had eight rebounds, two steals and three assists.

“He can shoot from about 40 feet. He can attack the basket. He’s tall. He can dribble. He’s quick.

He can jump. He can use both hands,” Morrison coach Jason Banks said. “We knew he was going to get some points, we talked about that, but it was making him have to earn his points. He had 16 at half, but he took a lot of shots to get to 16.”

Ottens had nine points in the first half, five of which came from the free-throw line, before scoring 11 in the second half, finishing the game shooting 5-for-12 from the field and 9-for-11 from the foul line.

“We wanted to front with help-side [defense], and sometimes he sealed us and we didn’t have that front,” Oregon coach Quinn Virgil said.

“He’s big, long and athletic, and if he catches it there, he’s pretty tough. Early on he was hitting his free throws, which was a huge help to them.”

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Morrison’s Alex Anderson (left) defends against Oregon’s Noah Campos during a Jan. 3 game in Oregon.

Oregon (10-5) got 16 points from Woolsey in the first half as he hit a 3-pointer on the game’s first possession before adding a pair of layups midway through the first. In the second quarter, he added another nine points.

“Coach told us to come out and have energy and get a lot of stops,” he said. “We were really just trying to work hard on the defensive end.”

Morrison (6-11) could not get on the scoreboard until midway through the second quarter. The Mustangs’ first three trips down the floor all ended in Oregon steals, one by Ryker Finch and two by Woolsey, while the Mustangs missed their first 13 shots from the field in the game before Kolten Sage got a basket in transition with 4:11 left in the first half.

“They missed some shots, which helped us, but we played pretty good defense,” Virgil said. “We were in the right spots. I thought we were helping out, and we boxed out in that first quarter.”

Oregon jumped out to a quick 9-0 lead over the first 4 minutes of the game, but then the Hawks’ offense started to falter as well. Oregon went scoreless over the last 4 minutes of the first quarter, and didn’t score again until the 6:30 mark of the second when Noah Campos hit a layup off of a steal from Josh Sitze. In the interim, the Hawks came up empty on eight straight possessions.

Oregon built its lead up to 17 early in the third on a 3-pointer from Finch and a 3-pointer and a layup from Woolsey.

The Hawks extended the lead to as many as 20 in the fourth quarter. “[We had to] just keep our intensity up,” Woolsey said. “We had that quick timeout and Coach told us to have more energy and start playing harder, so that’s what we did.”

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of a compliment to Oregon Park District’s Nash Recreation Center than as a competitor. If you’re looking for a casual workout, Reign XT probably isn’t the place. Guided workouts and daily challenges will pair with classes at Reign XT. Equipment that sets Reign XT apart includes rowers, bikes and treadmills. The treadmills go up to 40 percent grade. The equipment caters to runners, mountain racers, skiers, obstacle course racers, CrossFit workouts and more.

“You walk in, I’m going to know everything there is about you and your health and fitness,” Bouback said. “Our goal is to get to know everyone by name and making sure we follow through with everyone and their goals to make sure they’re met.”

Reign XT is now open. Go to reignxt.com for more information.

Representatives from the gym can be reached by phone at 815-595-5530 or by email at train@reignxt.com.

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Reign XT is a new fitness business opening up in downtown Oregon. Customers can train on machines that are placed by windows that look over the Ogle County Courthouse Square.

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SPORTS ROUNDUP Girls Basketball Rockford Lutheran 56, Oregon 48: The Hawks led 30-17 at halftime before the Crusaders rallied with an 18-5 scoring edge in the third quarter and a 21-13 advantage in the fourth at the Blackhawk Center.

Olivia Lambrigtsen poured in 23 points for Oregon (119, 0-3 Big Northern), while Jenae Bothe scored 13.

Oregon 44, Indian Creek 33: Jenae Bothe poured in 26 points for the Hawks in a road win against the Timberwolves. Breanna DeHaan added nine points for Oregon.

Boys Basketball Indian Creek 73, Oregon 57: Trey Woolsey had 22 points and Joey Gelander added 13 for the Hawks in a road loss to the Timberwolves. Cooper Larsen led Indian Creek with 23 points, passing 1,000 points for his career.

Boys Bowling Hawks third at Belvidere: Oregon had a total pinfall of 5,914 to take third out of 16 teams at the Belvidere Invitational held at at the Cherry Bowl in Rockford.

Harlem (6,296) and Belvidere (6,132) were the top two

Oregon 3,500, Dakota 2,185: The Hawks had a 1,100-plus pinfall in each game, and won each by at least 380 pins in a dual win at Town & Country Lanes.

Jacob Smith finished a 654 series with 222 and 245 games, and Isaac Kaltenbrun rolled a 607 series that included a 223 opening game and a 225 final game.

Brandon Rowe’s 596 series started with 221 and 218 games, and Kyle Strite finished off a 582 series with a 210 game. Eddie Buttens (567) and Charlie Bachman (494) also bowled for Oregon.

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Oregon’s Olivia Lambrigtsen is fouled as she drives to the basket during Tuesday action against Rockford Lutheran.

teams. Kyle Strite placed fifth overall with a six-game total of 1,317, including a high game of 267. Jacob Smith (1240) and Eddie Buttens (1,238) also had strong showings for the Hawks.

Girls bowling Oregon 3,285, Dakota 1,922: The Hawks rolled three 1,000-plus games, and won each by at least 380 pins in a dual win at Town & Country Lanes.

Sammantha Meyers led the way with a 635 series that included an opening game of 225 and a final game of 227, while Rebbeca Meyers started off a 586 series with games of 203 and 223. Alysa Conley rolled a 558 series, and Hannah Kaltenbrun’s 557 series included a second game of 245. Ava Wight (505) and Elizabeth Villarreal (444) also competed for Oregon.

SPORTS COLUMN

Fan feedback was interesting at Blackhawk Center M

y intention this past Friday was to cover Oregon boys basketball game against Morrison. Not realizing Shaw Media had already sent a reporter, I spent the evening as a casual fan.

There is a freedom in not being consigned to charting every play, keeping stats, conducting post-game interviews and penning an article before deadline.

Instead, the opportunity for social interaction presents itself. With my mind peripherally on game, a good time was had visiting.

The first order of business was questioning the atmosphere inside the Blackhawk Center. Chris Donahue told me of overhearing a Morrison fan saying it was the quietest gym he had ever been at.

I’ve felt for years that the Blackhawk Center crowds do not engage in the game itself. Sure, a facility like the BHC doesn’t have the ambience of an actual gym, but the docile fan behavior needs to be noted.

Chris, OHS class of ‘76 pom pon member told me how it used to be when fans of all ages weren’t afraid to stand up and cheer for the team. Not so much anymore.

Our cheerleaders were gone for the Morrison game because of a competition, but even when they are present, there is limited support for their efforts.

It’s as if it has become unfashionable to stand up and root for the home team. Traditionally, basketball is the one sport where cheering has the most effect.

Mike Ritter shared with me phenomena at the school called the “Sons of Oregon”. It was a group of male supporters, most football players and wrestlers, who brought life to basketball games with a vigorous approach to cheering.

“The Sons of Oregon were definitely entertain-

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ing and made games fun,” he mentioned. “Other schools were gunning for them because they often had chants that may have been considered offensive. They rehearsed the chants and at first they sounded inappropriate, but usually made them clean at he end.”

Though the SOA may have eventually disbanded, Coach Quinn Virgil wouldn’t mind seeing a 2020 version of the Sons of Oregon, but maybe a milder version in today’s PC society.

“I think the last of them was around 1995,” Virgil said after the game. “They were something.”

The SOA wore light blue superman shirts with Sons of Oregon printed on the back. With games being contested in the cozy atmosphere of the old gym, they had to be quite a sight and a source of encouragement for the team.

Virgil has a couple of ideas to bring back some of those memories. With Trey Woolsey approaching Bob Barnett’s career scoring record, Virgil would like to bring Barnett back the might the record is broken.

“We don’t have very good record keeping, but I think Bob’s 1,598 points is the most ever scored,” Virgil said. “I’d also like to see about bringing the (super-sectional) 1979 team back.”

I also had the chance to meet Oregon principal Heidi Deininger for the first time, as she was filling in for Mike Lawton.

She told me of efforts being made to improve the vibe at sporting events.

“We have a strategic plan to grow our student participation,” she said. “We need to get people back connected to the school.”

Deininger agreed that there is an increased level of self-consciousness that inhabits students from being like their predecessors from generations past.

“We are starting in kindergarten to be proud Oregon Hawks,” she added. “We are very intentional on this plan.”

I think the student support has been there for football, but girls and boys basketball deserves and needs more than what they are getting from the fan base.

As much as cheering has decreased at basketball games, coverage by TV stations has increased.

Shooting a video feed for the 10pm newscast was Scott Leber of WTVO. If Don Werntz and Jeff Leon are the hardest working radio guys around, Leber is the unquestioned hardest-working TV person.

There is no one in this area even close to keeping up with Leber. For that matter, the 85 hours plus he works during the schools year and 65 hours in summer might qualify as tops statewide.

He spent the entire game filming and then hung around to interview Trey Woolsey and his father afterwards. That’s commitment for a very mediocre game that had no conference implications.

“Stuff has to be covered,” said Leber, who also can be seen on college and professional beats.

The 56-year old Leber came to Rockford 30 years ago from Ohio, where he ran track and cross country in high school and has been a mainstay on the area sports scene ever since. That’s saying something in a business like local TV where there is much turnover.

For the rest of you that I spoke with and you don’t see your name in the paper, my apologies.

I’ve run out of space to write.

Robert Eugene Bennett, 95, died peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 at his home in Leaf River.

He was born June 14, 1924 in Pine Rock Township, Ogle County, the son of John and Mabel (Stonebraker) Bennett.

He attended Kings High School for 3 years and graduated from Stillman Valley High School in 1943.

Bob married Doris Cleo Grover at the bride’s home in Chana on March 25, 1945 while on leave from the Navy.

They spent over 60 years of marriage together.

He entered the Navy on March 9, 1944 during WW 2 and was honorably discharged as a Seamen First Class USNR on Jan. 11, 1946.

Bob was employed at Ogle Service Company for 16 years and was self

KATHY LYNN COLBERT

JOHN JACOB HUBBARD John Jacob Hubbard, 89, passed away on Friday, Jan. 3, 2020 in Walnut Acres Nursing Home, Freeport.

John was born on June 4, 1930 in Mendota, the son of William C. & Esther (Vogler) Hubbard.

He graduated from high school in Dubuque, Iowa and then he received his college degree from Dubuque University.

John served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He married Margaret Vorthmann on June 20, 1952 and she preceded in death on Sept. 29, 1985.

Bob also served as a committeeman for the Leaf River Boy Scouts. Bob was very proud of his Farmall Collection and loved his farm.

Bob was predeceased by his parents, his wife Doris in 2005, his son Dennis in 2015, his grandson Dennis James “Jamie” Bennett, is sisters; Harriett, Ruth, and Mary, and brothers Paul, James, and Carl.

He is survived by his two daughters; Joy (Jon) Wirth of Freeport and Carla (Bradley) Miller of Leaf River, daughterin-law Joan Bennett of Plainfield, sister Joan (James) Proper of Dixon, and brother Frank (Gail) Bennett of Princeton, six grandchildren; Angela (Dave) LoConte, Jill (Ryan) Rissman, Kara (Chris) Sussek,

Hannah (Sean) Hosseini, Heidie Miller, and Haylie (Dallas) Evers, five great grandchildren Madalynn, Bennet, Allison, Layla, and Cora and a sixth great grandchild will arrive in June, and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral services were Monday, Jan. 6 at the Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, 110 S. 7th Street Oregon, with the Rev. Tim Mitchell pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Dixon officiating.

Burial followed at the Lightsville Cemetery near Leaf River. A memorial luncheon followed the graveside service at the Prairie View Golf Course in Byron.

Visitation was Sunday, Jan. 5, from 1-4 p.m. at the Funeral Home in Oregon followed by a 4 p.m. Masonic Service.

A memorial fund is established in Bob’s name.

stay home to raise her children. In 1988 she graduated from NIU with a degree in teaching, making her mother and father very proud.

Later she would obtain a masters degree.

Her first elementary teaching job was at Ashton for a year, followed by stints at Rahn Elementary in Mt. Morris and Etnyre Middle School in Oregon.

Kathy’s favorite subject to teach was history, with math her least favorite.

School kids were her first love, as borne out by the wide number that consider “Mrs. Colbert” their favorite teacher.

Kathy especially appreciated the relationship with fellow grade-school teachers and they appreciated her quiet manner and willingness to take on any project.

She was also grateful for all the sup-

port and help offered by the retired teaching community in her time of need.

Kathy’s favorite pasttimes were reading and watching football on TV. She was also noted as a quilter and home decorator.

Her greatest joy was spending time with twin 6-year old grand daughters.

On her very own, Kathy relocated to Salt Lake City, Utah two years ago to be with them.

She stayed for six months before returning to Oregon.

She is survived by her husband Andy of Oregon, son Blair Colbert of Salt Lake City, daughter Jorie (Carlton) Getz of Salt Lake City, grandchildren Alexandra and Liliya Getz, father Dick Hilliard of King, Wisconsin, brother Rich Hilliard of Tampa, Florida, brother Rob Hilliard of Tomah Wisconsin, mother-in-law Bobbie

Colbert of Rochelle, brother-in-laws Bo (Cindy) Colbert of North Carolina and Tony (Catherine) Colbert of Wyoming, sister-in-laws Jodi (Brett) Kemp of Montana and Suzie Colbert of Virginia.

She was preceded in death by her mother Delores.

The visitation will be from 4–7 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 13 at Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, 110 Seventh St., Oregon.

The funeral will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 14, also at the funeral home with Pastor Chris Bradshaw of Crossroads Community Church of Polo officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Kathy’s name to the Oregon Educational Foundation. Cremation care has been provided by Farrell-Holland-Gale, with the ashes to be scattered over the mountains of Salt Lake City by request of the deceased.

John worked for several industries but he retired from Honeywell, Freeport.

While working for Honeywell he began to farm and once he retired he farmed full time.

John was an active member with St. James Lutheran Church, Member of the Leaf River Legion where he served as Chaplin for many years, he was a member of the 60’s Alive Group, and he loved his time with his family.

John is survived by his daughter: Marta Poppen, Forreston; grandchildren: Marcie (Loran Marceau) Poppen, Polo; Melissa (Nate) Husman, East Moline; and Staff Sargent Melinda (Mindy) Poppen, Albuquerque, New Mexico; great-grandchildren: Sawyer and Keandria Marceau, Polo; sister: Joyce Anderson, Tacoma, Washington, and several nieces and nephews.

John is preceded in death by his par-

ents; wife: Margaret; brother: William; sister: Janice Caufield; and son in law: Mark Poppen.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, Jan. 9, at 10:30 a.m. in the St. James Lutheran Church, Forreston, with Rev. Karyn Kost officiating. Burial was in West Grove Cemetery, Forreston.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, Jan. 8, from 4- 6 p.m. in Finch Funeral Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt. Morris.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to St. James Lutheran Church and/ or Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center (L.O.M.C.) near Oregon.

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Kathy Lynn (Hilliard) Colbert, 63, of Oregon, passed away Jan. 4, 2020 at the UW Madison Hospital. She died a peaceful and contented death with family by her side, six months after being diagnosed with cancer.

Kathy was born Sept. 14, 1956 in Rockford, the daughter of Richard and Delores Hilliard. She grew up in Holcomb, before moving to Carbondale, Colorado, where she graduated from high school. It was there she developed a life-long appreciation of mountains and inklings of being a grade-school teacher.

In her first semester at Kishwaukee College in 1976, she met her future husband Andy Colbert. The two were married on March 31, 1979 at Elim Reformed Church in Kings.

A son and daughter were soon born and Kathy interrupted her studies to

employed until early 2000’s as a painting contractor.

There probably wasn’t a barn in Ogle county or even surrounding counties that he didn’t touch with a paint brush. He was a lifetime member of the Leaf River American Legion, charter member of the Leaf River Lion’s Club, and a 32nd degree Master Mason.

He served as civil defense director of Ogle County for 10 years, and served the Leaf River Fire Department for over 50 years as a fireman, chief, and then as a trustee. He also served 10 years with the Leaf River Town Board in various capacities as Police Commissioner, sewer and water commissioner, and street and alley commissioner.

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OBITUARIES THE REV. PAUL S. PARK The Rev. Paul S. Park, 68, of Peoria, formerly of Morton, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, from long-term complications following cancer.

He was born on Oct. 15, 1951, in Rockford, to Richard and Ruth (Ehmen) Park.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Rosalie “Rosy” (DeWall) Park, who he met while teaching at the Mt. Morris School District. They married in Forreston. on June 7, 1975.

Also surviving are one sister, Claudia (Joel) Guenther of Littleton, Colorado.; two sisters-in-law, Colleen (Larry) Dikkers and Jean (the late Neil) DeWall, both of Baileyville; one nephew, Joel (Kelly) DeWall of Johnson Creek, Wisconsin.; five nieces, Anne (Mike) Wisniewski of Hoffman Estates, Krista (Kurt) Butler of Machesney Park, Sarah (the late Tim) Walker of Barrington, Stacie (Chuck) Williar of Sycamore, and Carol (Wayne) Jackowski of German Valley; and many

STANLEY L. WEBER Stanley L. Weber, 96, a longtime member of the Dixon community and citizen of the year in 1997, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, at Lutheran Hillside Village in Peoria.

Stan was born on March 9, 1923, in St Louis, Missouri to Walter and Lydia (Hill) Weber. He was raised in East St Louis, with his parents and three sisters.

Stan was an honorably discharged WWII U.S. Navy Veteran. He met his wife Beverly Barber at the University of Illinois, Champaign, and they were married August 31, 1947, in Neoga.

The education system brought Stan and Bev to Dixon in 1962. Stan was Superintendent of Dixon Public Schools from 1963 until he retired in 1983.

Stan was an organizing member for Sauk Valley College and a Charter Contributor to the Sauk Endowment Fund.

great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother-in-law, Neil DeWall.

Pastor Paul received his Bachelor’s degree in Asian Studies and History Education from Augustana College in Rock Island, Master’s degree in Special Education from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, and Master of Divinity from the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Prior to meeting his wife Rosy, Pastor Paul traveled to India, Thailand, and Japan. His Asian experiences were unique in that he served in the Christian Mission Field in India, was involved in Agriculture in Japan, and was an Ordained Theravadin Buddhist Monk in Thailand.

During his 35 years in Peoria, Pastor Paul served as a chaplain at OSF St. Francis Medical Center and was the former

Director of Spiritual Care at Lutheran Hillside Village.

After completing his advanced units of Clinical Pastoral Education at Methodist Medical Center, Pastor Paul went on to become a Fellow in what is now known as the Association of Professional Chaplains.

Pastor Paul was an ELCA pastor, serving as an Interim Minister at churches across Illinois, including Maryville, Springfield, Macomb, Decatur, Canton, and most recently, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Golden.

Pastor Paul’s ministry was extremely important to him and was his true passion in life.

He was incredibly generous with his time and spent many countless hours visiting and praying with those who were sick or hospitalized, consoling those who were grieving, counseling those in need, and officiating many weddings and

baptisms.

Through it all, he influenced and touched the lives of so many. He will be greatly missed by the love of his life, Rosy, and many others.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Visitation for Pastor Paul will begin at 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 10, at Salem Lutheran Church in Peoria. At 6 p.m., a Celebration of Life service will be held, with Pastor Craig Swenson officiating.

A graveside burial of cremated remains will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11, at White Oak Cemetery in Forreston. A luncheon will follow at Forreston Reformed Church.

Memorials may be made to Salem Lutheran Church in Peoria, Forreston Reformed Church in Forreston, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Morton is handling arrangements.

To leave an online condolence for the family, visit www.knappjohnson.com.

He was a member of the U of I Alumni Association, the National Education Association (NEA), the Illinois Education Association (IEA) and the American School Administrators (ASA).

He was a member of the National Council for Exceptional Children and served on the board of Sinnissippi Mental Health.

He was in service organizations that included Dixon Rotary Club, Elks Club, Dixon Garden Club, and Dixon Chamber of Commerce. He volunteered with CASA and Hospice.

The Dixon YMCA was important to Stan. He was an active participant on the original building fund drive in the late 1960’s and continued to support the YMCA for his Dixon years.

He was a devoted member of the First Presbyterian Church of Dixon.

Bev passed away June 20, 2019. Stan is survived by daughters Penny (Bill) Hinrichs of Rochester, Cheryl (Ron) Budzinski of Peoria, and Cindy (Bob) Byrd of Oregon: six grandchildren Tim (Nina) Hinrichs of Los Altos California, John (Mari) Hinrichs of Chicago, Nikki Budzinski of Chicago, Annie (Andres) Bardelas of Geneva, Tyler (Kaitlin) Byrd of Bloomington, and Wyatt (Trisha) Byrd of Lake in the Hills; along with seven great-grandchildren - Alex and Nathan Hinrichs; Noah, Emma and Will Bardelas, Amelia Byrd, and Asher Byrd.

Stan is also survived by sister Lois Sheffler of Ballwin Missouri.

Together Stan and Bev enjoyed traveling, playing bridge, golfing, playing tennis, snow skiing, square dancing, ballroom dancing, and piloting.

They enjoyed spending time with their three daughters and their families, including grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

A Memorial Service is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 4, at the First Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Third St in Dixon.

There will be no visitation. Memorials in his name may be given to St Jude’s Children Hospital 530 NE Glen Oak Peoria, IL 61637; Sauk Valley College Foundation for Scholarships 173 IL Rt. 2 Dixon, IL 61021 or to the First Presbyterian Church in Dixon.

Mason-White Funeral Home in Washington is assisting with his services.

• CJ Materials Land Holdings LLC to Wilis Land Co. Master Series LLC Adeline Series, three farmland and buildings parcels in Maryland Township, $1,064,000.

• Charles E. Winterton to Brenda L. Lindsey, one farmland parcel in Byron Township, $0.

• Charles E. Winterton to Dena Winterton, one farmland parcel in Byron Township, $0.

• Charles E. Winterton to Jeanie

Yordy, one farmland parcel in Byron Township, $0.

• Charles E. Winterton to Dawn Burnworth, one farmland parcel in Byron Township, $0.

• Sunset Farms Limited Partnership and Larry K., Mark A., and Christopher K. Chidley to Hidden Acres LLC, 4240 S. Kings Road, Rochelle, $3,000,000.

• John A. and Donna L. Hite to Deborah A. Jachim, 7422 W. Lowell Park

Road, Mt. Morris, $124,000.

• Jason Burgett to Terry D. Southard, 206 N. Hastings Ave., Oregon, $90,000.

• Peter W. and Tammy L. Capes to Brandon K.L. and Elizabeth M. Eisenberg, 4334 E. Falcon Drive, Byron, $250,000.

• Larry D. Bull to John Reed, 512 S. Ash Ave., Forreston, $125,000.

• Debbie M. and Tina C. Copeland to

PROPERTY TRANSFERS Ogle County property transfers recorded for the week of Dec. 27-Jan.2.

Warranty Deeds • Alan J. Croffoot to Kimberly D. Daws, 104 N. Locust St., Forreston, $80,750.

• Sinnissippi Farm at Rock River LLC to Eagle Bluff LLC, 3 farmland parcels in Oregon Township, $126,594.

• Kay M. White to Kelly L. Fisher, 11597 E. Flagg Road, Rochelle, $84,000.

See PROPERTY TRANSFERS, Page 17

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE Illinois State Police District 1 Commander, Captain Matthew Hodgdon, has announced District 1 enforcement figures and activity for December.

Illinois State Police District 1 troopers issued 326

citations, 496 written warnings, and made four criminal arrests during the month of December.

Speeding accounted for 233 citations, eight citations were issued for occupant restraint violations, and six citations were issued for distracted driving violations.

Troopers investigated 22 traffic crashes, assisted

at Rock River LLC, two lots and four farmland parcels in Oregon-Nachusa Township, $0.

• PROPERTY TRANSFERS Continued from Page 16 James E. Grillo II, 1173 W. Blackhawk Road, Byron, $144,000.

• Seth A. Heitter to Christine J. Peppers, 526 Blackthorn Drive, Mt. Morris, $0.

Quit Claim Deeds • John J. Conroy Jr. to Sinnissippi Farm

95 motorists, and conducted 133 commercial vehicle inspections, 28 of which were placed out-of-service for safety reasons. There were two arrests for driving under the influence.

District 1, including Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties, had no traffic crash fatalities in December.

Morris, $0.

driver’s license and possession of a controlled substance after a traffic stop in the 100 block of South 2nd Street in Oregon. Ross was additionally issued a citation for operating an uninsured vehicle. Ross was transported to the Ogle County jail where he was later released on a recognizance bond by a judge.

Jan. 2 Gregory Williams, 22, of Rockford was arrested at 10:24 p.m. for driving while license suspended after a traffic stop on Illinois 39 at mile marker 104. Williams was also cited for driving without valid insurance and was transported to the

• CJ Materials Land Holdings LLC to Wilis Land Co. Master Series LLC Forreston Series, two parcels in Forreston Township, $0.

Sheriff’s Deed • Ogle County Sheriff and Kelly Tibbs to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., 507 N. All Saints Drive, Byron.

Source: Ogle County Recorder’s Office

OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity Dec. 31 Cole A. Nevenhoven, 26, of Byron, was arrested on North Tower Road and Lynn Road for driving while license suspended and on an Ogle County warrant. Nevenhoven was transported to the Ogle County Jail. He posted bond and has a return court date of Jan. 24 at 9 a.m.

Jan. 1 Eduardo Orozco-Ramos, 26, of Rochelle, was arrested at 1:30 a.m. for domestic battery at an address on Lilac Lane in rural Rochelle following a report of a disturbance. Orozco-Ramos was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held without bond until he could be seen by a judge.

Jonathan Ross, 20, of Dixon, was arrested at 10:12 a.m. for no valid

Lavalle Hughes, 34, of Janesville, Wisconsin was arrested at 8:44 p.m. for unlawful possession of cannabis by a passenger after a stop at Illinois 251 and Illinois 72 for an equipment violation.

Hughes was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Alyssa Angelico, 25, of Roscoe was arrested at 8:30 p.m. for driving while license suspended after a traffic stop at mile marker 109 northbound on Illinois 39. Angelico was released on scene with a return court date of Jan. 31 at 9 a.m.

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Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Jonathan Chriest, 30, of Rockford was arrested for an outstanding Ogle County failure to appear warrant. Chriest has a bond of $1,039 full cash and will appear in court on Jan. 6.

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• Adam J. Murray to Zachary and Audra Schweska, 420 E. Hill St., Mt.

Trustees Deeds • Morris D. Butler Declaration Trust 0319941, Mayra G. Declaration Trust 03119942, Morris D. and Myra G. Butler, trustees, to Nathan and Amy Lewis, one farmland parcel in Byron Township, 70,000.

• Mary L. Baker Declaration Trust, George H. Baker Residuary Trust, Bev-

erly J. Borchers, trustee, to Wayne D. and Nancy D. Alderks, 8031 and 8349 N. Perryville Road, Monroe Township, $50,000.

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• SHERIFF Continued from Page 17 Jan. 3 Bradley R. Benhoff, 62, of Rockford, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol and illegal transportation of alcohol. At approximately 7 a.m., Ogle County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the 10,000 block of North Illinois 2 for a one vehicle rollover accident.

After an investigation it was determined that a 2018 Hyundai Elantra being driven by Benhoff was northbound when he drove off the roadway.

The Hyundai struck a tree and rolled onto the passenger’s side. Benhoff was extricated from the vehicle by Byron Fire Personnel and transported to Swedish American Hospital where he was issued

citations and given an I-Bond.

Benhoff is due to appear in Ogle County Court at a later date.

Both Coleman and Bryant are being held at the Ogle County Correctional Center in lieu of bond.

Jan. 4 Christine Starkweather, 55, of Hanover, was arrested for no valid driver’s license at Illinois 64 and Illinois 26.

Starkweather was then transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond.

Jan. 5 James Watkins, 26, of Rockford, was arrested for driving while license suspended on Interstate 39 after being stopped for speeding. Watkins was held in lieu of bond at the Ogle County Jail.

Tony Coleman, 22, of Chicago, was arrested for driving while license suspended and on an outstanding Whiteside County failure to appear warrant on Interstate 88 near Rochelle after being stopped for speeding. A passenger in the vehicle, Ronald Bryant, 22, of Chicago was arrested for an outstanding Whiteside County failure to appear warrant.

Thomas Lyons, 42, of Rockford was arrested for driving while license revoked on Interstate 39 after being stopped for speeding. Lyons was held in lieu of bond at the Ogle County Jail.

a traffic stop near the intersection of Town Line Road and Illinois 2. Lorenzen was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Marco Almonaci-Vera, 50, of Rockford was arrested for no valid driver’s license at 10:44 p.m. after a traffic stop on Interstate 39 at mile marker 108 north.

Almonaci-Vera was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Jan. 6 Cody Lorenzen, 28, of Dixon was arrested for driving while license suspended at approximately 8:43 a.m. after

Alexandria Stover, 22, of Polo, and Brandon Hitchcock, 24, of Oregon, were arrested for improper container of cannabis at 10:24 p.m. after a traffic stop in the 11000 block of West Illinois 64 for a traffic violation. Stover and Hitchcock were transported to the Ogle County Jail where they were held in lieu of bond.

intersection of Washington and 4th Streets involving a 1996 Ford driven by Nathanael G. Rittmeyer, 27, of Oregon, and a 2015 Nissan driven by Katrina D. Greer, 25, of Galesburg. Rittmeyer was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

was arrested at 8:15 p.m. for driving while license suspended. Wilson was also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Wilson was transported to the Ogle County jail. These violations occurred in the 900 block of W. Pines Road.

Jan. 3 Robert J. Ricks, 67, of Rockford, was issued a citation at 11:29 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

A passenger in Ricks’ vehicle, Leih A. Steinhoff, 41, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Rockford Police Department warrant. Ricks was allowed to leave the scene. Steinhoff was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred in the 400 block of S. 4th Street.

Eight parking citations and 22 verbal/ written warnings were issued from Dec. 23 through Jan. 5.

OREGON POLICE Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity.

Dec. 24 At 2:31p.m., police responded to a disturbance call in the 300 block of N. 4th Street resulting in the arrest of Andrew N. Bjorkman, 33, of Oregon, for disorderly conduct. Bjorkman was also issued a state citation for being an intoxicated pedestrian in the roadway and a city citation for the ordinance violation of unlawful consumption in a public place.

Bjorkman was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Dec. 26 Richard L. Gallagher, 35, of Oregon, was arrested at 11:58 p.m. for driving while license suspended. Gallagher was also issued citations for loud, excessive noise – no muffler, and illegal transportation of alcohol as a driver. Gallagher was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

These violations occurred in the 100 block of N. 2nd Street.

Dec. 27 Christopher J. Sproule, 38, of Byron, was issued a citation at 4:58 p.m. for speeding, 42 mph in a 30 mph zone.

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

Travis L. F. Celestino, 32, of Rock Falls, was issued a citation at 6:26 p.m. for speeding, 44 mph in a 30 mph zone.

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

Robert A. Geiken, 22, of Leaf River, was issued a citation at 8:38 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

This violation occurred in the 300 block

of S. 3rd Street.

Dec. 28 At 7:13 p.m., police investigated a car vs pedestrian traffic crash at the intersection of 4th and Washington Streets involving a 2019 Jeep driven by Mary E. McKnight, 47, Byron, that struck pedestrian, Rodney T. Pitt, 69, of Oregon. Pitt was transported by Oregon EMS to KSB Hospital in Dixon. McKnight was issued a citation for failure to yield to a pedestrian in crosswalk.

Dec. 29 Brandon J. Meinors, 33, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 3:25 p.m. for use of a cell phone while driving. This violation occurred in the 600 block of N. 4th Street.

Dec. 31 Stephen Webster, 26, of Dixon, was issued a citation at 3:32 p.m. for unlawful window tint. This violation occurred in the 200 block of S. 4th Street.

Jan. 1 Jolina M. Ramos, 28, of Dixon, was arrested at 6:30 p.m. on an outstanding Lee County warrant for failure to appear.

Ramos was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Jan. 2 Brody J. Stone, 20, of Oregon, was issued a city citation at 5:02 a.m. for violating the barking dog ordinance. This violation occurred in the 400 block of N. 6th Street.

At 7:05 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash at the

Jan. 4 At 5:45 a.m., police investigated a car vs. building traffic crash at the McDonald’s restaurant, 211 S. 4th Street, where a 2013 Ford driven by Kayla R. Barton, 22, Oregon, struck the side of the building. No citations were issued.

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

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY HOLCOMB STATE BANK NKA HOLCOMB BANK, IN CHANCERY Plaintiff, vs.

CASE NO. 18 CH 85 RANDALL C. HALL AKA RANDLE C. HALL AKA RANDY HALL AKA RANDALL HALL, COMMODITY CREDIT CORPORATION; HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS. Defendant(s).

PUBLIC NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that in pursuant of the Decree entered in said Court in the above-entitled cause on the 19th day of September, 2019, I, Brian Van Vickle, Sheriff of Ogle County, or such other Deputy as may be sitting in my stead, will on February 7, 2020 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. in the Ogle County Sheriff?s Office, Administration Building, 202 South First Street, Oregon, Illinois, sell at public venue to the highest and best bidder for cash the following described lands and premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois in said Judgment mentioned or so much thereof as may be necessary to realize the amount due to satisfy said Judgment with the terms and conditions as set forth herein: The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: JAMES E. STEVENS Barrick Switzer Long Balsley & Van Evera, LLP 6833 Stalter Drive (815) 962-6611 A. The common address of said property is: 6181 North IL Rte. 251, Davis Junction, IL 61020 (PIN: 11-13-300-005) and legally described as: (One-third interest in) The South 120 acres of the Southwest ¼ of Section 13, Township 42 North, Range 1 East of the 3rd P.M.; situated in the Township of Scott, County of Ogle and State of Illinois B. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: farm land.

The terms of the sale are: 25% down to the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, 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 the 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 the property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW, UNLESS, THE PROPERTY HAS BEEN JUDICIALLY FOUND TO BE ABANDONED. The judgment amount was $570,446.40. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file to verify this information. /s/ Brian E. VanVickle Sheriff of Ogle County JAMES E. STEVENS (3128256) Barrick Switzer Long Balsley & Van Evera, LLP 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61108 815-962-6611 jstevens@bslbv.com January 10,17,24, 2020

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE HOLCOMB STATE BANK NKA HOLCOMB BANK, Plaintiff, vs.

Case No. 2018 CH 84 RANDALL C. HALL AKA RANDLE C. HALL AKA RANDY HALL AKA RANDALL HALL, HELENA CHEMICAL COMPANY, AND UNKNOWN OWNERS, Defendant(s).

PUBLIC NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that in pursuant of the Decree entered in said Court in the above-entitled cause on the 19th day of September, 2019, I, Brian Van Vickle, Sheriff of Ogle County, or such other Deputy as may be sitting in my stead, will on February 7, 2020 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. in the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Administration Building, 202 South First Street, Oregon, Illinois, sell at public venue to the highest and best bidder for cash the following described lands and premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois in said Judgment mentioned or so much thereof as may be necessary to realize the amount due to satisfy said Judgment with the terms and conditions as set forth herein: The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: JAMES E. STEVENS Barrick Switzer Long Balsley & Van Evera, LLP 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, Illinois 61108 (815) 962-6611 A. The common address of said property is: 10411 E. Kyte Road, Rochelle, IL 61068 (PIN Number 24-20-126-006) and legally described as: Part of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 20, Township 40 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, bounded and described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of said Section 20; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 34 seconds West along the North line of said Section 20, a distance of 618.75 feet to the Point of Beginning of the hereinafter described tract of land; thence South 0 degrees 02 minutes 26 seconds East, a distance of 502.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 34 seconds West parallel with the North line of said Section 20, a distance of 510.00 feet; thence North O degrees 02 minutes 26 seconds West, a distance of 502.00 feet to the North line of said Section 20; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 34 seconds East along said North line, a distance of 510.00 feet to the Point of Beginning; situated in the Township of Flagg, County of Ogle and the State of Illinois.

B. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: single family residence The terms of the sale are: 25% down to the highest bidder by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, 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 the 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 the property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW, UNLESS, THE PROPERTY HAS BEEN JUDICIALLY FOUND TO BE ABANDONED. The judgment amount was $230,207.62. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file to verify this information. /s/ Brian E. VanVickle Sheriff of Ogle County JAMES E. STEVENS (3128256) Barrick Switzer Long Balsley & Van Evera, LLP 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61108 815-962-6611 jstevens@bslbv.com January 10,17,24, 2020

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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARY A. DAVISON Deceased.

Case No. 2019-P-76 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of MARY A. DAVISON, of Oregon, Ogle County, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on November 12,2019 to AMY JO GILLINGHAM, whose address is 3229 Prairie Rd., Oregon, IL 61061, Ogle County, Illinois, and whose attorney is DAVID D. TESS of TESS, CRULL & ARNQUIST, LLC, P.O. Box 68, Rochelle, Ogle County, Illinois 61068.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61068, or with the representative, or both, within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this claim notice and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

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

Witness, 12/13/2019 Kimberly A. Stahl TB Clerk of the Court

Prepared by: TESS, CRULL & ARNQUIST, LLC P.O. Box 68 Rochelle, IL 61068 (815)562-8754 Phone (815) 562-3412 Fax MDayison121219 th December 27, January 3,10, 2020

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Mandi D. Hall aka Mandi Hall aka Mandi Dawn Hall; Brenda Gilliam aka Brenda M. Gilliam aka Brenda M. Johnson; Mutual Management Services, Co., LLC dba TD Solutions, LLC; Clete Gilliam aka Clete M. Gilliam; Defendants.

CASE NO. 18 CH 82817 River Drive, Byron, Illinois 61010 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on November 1, 2019, I, Sheriff, Brian VanVickle of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 7, 2020, commencing at 10:00 AM , at the Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 S. 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, Room TBA, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit:LOT FORTY-FOUR (44) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF SECOND ADDITION TO RIVER VIEW SUBDIVISION, LOCATED IN PART OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE 4TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF BYRON, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK K OF PLATS ON PAGE 16 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY,ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS Commonly known as: 817 River Drive, Byron, Illinois 61010P.I.N.: 05-31-401-015First mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $153,240.44IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND COURT COSTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACTTerms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Ogle County.

The person to contact for information regarding this property is:Sales Department at ANSELMO LINDBERG & ASSOCIATES LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.anselmolindberg.com 24 hours prior to sale.

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

ANSELMO LINDBERG & ASSOCIATES LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 | 866-402-8661 | 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 ilpleadings@AnselmoLindberg.com THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. January 10,17,24, 2020

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC, Plaintiff(s), vs.

LISA CERASANI, JOSEPH D. CERASANI, Defendant(s).

Case No. 19 CH 52 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALEOF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2020, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the OGLE PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX, 202 S 1ST STREET, OREGON, IL 61061, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit:LOT TWENTY-EIGHT (28) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE FINAL PLAT OF KING'S PRAIRIE PLACE SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN; SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF BYRON, THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Common Address: 802 SEVEN HICKORY RD., BYRON, IL 61010P.I.N. 04-25-402006 Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information.

The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. The property is improved by a Single Family Residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for inspection prior to sale.

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).

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for PlaintiffIra T. Nevel - ARDC #06185808 Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172 Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847 Aaron Nevel - ARDC #6322724 Joseph Baldwin - ARDC #6323598175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com SL# 19-02464 #357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com January 3,10,17, 2020

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITCOUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC, Plaintiff(s), vs.

LISA CERASANI, JOSEPH D. CERASANI, Defendant(s).

Case No. 19 CH 52 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALEOF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2020, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the OGLE PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX, 202 S 1ST STREET, OREGON, IL 61061, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit:Common Address: 802 SEVEN HICKORY RD., BYRON, IL 61010P.I.N. 04-25402-006 Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information.The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. The property is improved by a Single Family Residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for inspection prior to sale.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).

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for PlaintiffIra T. Nevel - ARDC #06185808 Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172 Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847 Aaron Nevel - ARDC #6322724 Joseph Baldwin - ARDC #6323598175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com SL# 19-02464

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STATE BANK OF LINCOLN, an Illinois banking corporation, as assignee of The First National Bank in Amboy, Plaintiff, v.

THOMAS H. JAMES, THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK IN AMBOY, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

No.: 2019CH39 NOTICE OF COURT SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered by the Court in the above entitled cause the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder. The sale shall be subject to Court approval. Buyer will be entitled to possession 30 days after the sale is confirmed by the Court.

(A) The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is:Timothy J. RigbyHart, Southworth & WitsmanSuite 501, One North Old State Capitol PlazaSpringfield, Illinois 62701Telephone: (217) 753-0055 (B) The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is:310 First Avenue, Forreston, Illinois 61030 (C) A description of the improvements on the real estate is:4 bedroom 1 bathroom 2 story house located on a 66x124 lot with a 1+ carport. The house has approximately 2,141 square feet of gross living area.

(D) No times have been specified in the judgment of foreclosure for inspection of the real estate prior to sale.

(E) The time and place of the sale are:Time: 10:00 a.m. on January 24, 2020Place: Ogle County Sheriff's Department202 South First StreetOregon, Illinois 61061 (F) The terms of the sale are:Cash at the time of sale.

(G) Title will be conveyed subject to any liens or encumbrances prior to the mortgage of State Bank of Lincoln, an Illinois banking corporation, as assignee of The First National Bank in Amboy, all general real estate taxes, special assessments if any, easements and restrictions of record, and all encroachments, if any.

STATE BANK OF LINCOLN, an Illinois banking corporation, as assignee of The First National Bank in Amboy, Plaintiff Timothy J. Rigby (ARDC #6225930)Hart, Southworth & Witsman Suite 501, One North Old State Capitol PlazaSpringfield, Illinois 62701Telephone: (217) 753-0055trigby@hswnet.com NOTE: This communication is made for the purpose of collecting a debt.

Any information obtained in response to this communication may be used for that purpose.

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Selene Finance LP Plaintiff, vs.

Mandi D. Hall aka Mandi Hall aka Mandi Dawn Hall; Brenda Gilliam aka Brenda M. Gilliam aka Brenda M. Johnson; Mutual Management Services, Co., LLC dba TD Solutions, LLC; Clete Gilliam aka Clete M. Gilliam; Defendants.

CASE NO. 18 CH 82817 River Drive, Byron, Illinois 61010 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on November 1, 2019, I, Sheriff, Brian VanVickle of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 7, 2020, commencing at 10:00 AM , at the Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 S. 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, Room TBA, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, towit:Commonly known as: 817 River Drive, Byron, Illinois 61010P.I.N.: 05-31-401015First mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $153,240.44IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND COURT COSTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT Terms of Sale: CASH ? 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Ogle County.

The person to contact for information regarding this property is:Sales Department at ANSELMO LINDBERG & ASSOCIATES LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.anselmolindberg.com 24 hours prior to sale.

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

ANSELMO LINDBERG & ASSOCIATES LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 | 866-402-8661 | 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 ilpleadings@AnselmoLindberg.com THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. January 10,17,24, 2020

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS STATE BANK OF LINCOLN, an Illinois banking corporation, as assignee of The First National Bank in Amboy, Plaintiff, v.

THOMAS H. JAMES, THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK IN AMBOY, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

No.: 2019CH39 NOTICE OF COURT SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure entered by the Court in the above entitled cause the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder. The sale shall be subject to Court approval. Buyer will be entitled to possession 30 days after the sale is confirmed by the Court.

(A) The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is:Timothy J. RigbyHart, Southworth & Witsman Suite 501, One North Old State Capitol PlazaSpringfield, Illinois 62701Telephone: (217) 753-0055 (B) The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is:310 First Avenue, Forreston, Illinois 61030 (C) The legal description of the real estate is:Lot 5 in Block 9 in the Original Town, now Village, of Forreston in Ogle County, Illinois according to the recorded Plat acknowledged by George W. Hewitt.Situated in Ogle County, Illinois.

Tax Identification Number: 02-33-137-009 (D) A description of the improvements on the real estate is:4 bedroom 1 bathroom 2 story house located on a 66x124 lot with a 1+ carport. The house has approximately 2,141 square feet of gross living area.

(E) No times have been specified in the judgment of foreclosure for inspection of the real estate prior to sale.

(F) The time and place of the sale are:Time: 10:00 a.m. on January 24, 2020Place: Ogle County Sheriff's Department202 South First Street Oregon, Illinois 61061 (G) The terms of the sale are:Cash at the time of sale.

(H) Title will be conveyed subject to any liens or encumbrances prior to the mortgage of State Bank of Lincoln, an Illinois banking corporation, as assignee of The First National Bank in Amboy, all general real estate taxes, special assessments if any, easements and restrictions of record, and all encroachments, if any.

STATE BANK OF LINCOLN, an Illinois banking corporation, as assignee of The First National Bank in Amboy, Plaintiff Timothy J. Rigby (ARDC #6225930)Hart, Southworth & Witsman Suite 501, One North Old State Capitol Plaza Springfield, Illinois 62701 Telephone: (217) 753-0055 trigby@hswnet.com NOTE: This communication is made for the purpose of collecting a debt.

Any information obtained in response to this communication may be used for that purpose.

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Astrograph You’ll have plenty to work with this year if you follow your heart and trust and believe in your capabilities. Partnerships will help you reach your goals.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 10, 2020 CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Make new plans. Discuss your options and desires. Sharing with a loved one will bring you closer together and will help you reach your goal, to boot.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Refuse to get tangled up in someone else’s affairs. Put more emphasis on personal improvement, relaxation and quality time with loved ones. Exercise is encouraged.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Do something novel.

Experience is the spice of life, and doing something unique will spark your imagination and encourage you to make positive changes.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Finish what you start.

Leave no room for error or criticism, keep your emotions in check, don’t argue a moot point and focus on your appearance, love and romance.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Push to get things done your way. Be willing to put in the time, offer incentives and forgo any useless situation. Discipline and hard work will pay off.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A little finagling will go a long way. If you use your intellect and charisma, you will entice others to pitch in and help. Plan something special for a loved one.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Take control, speak up and follow through with your plans. A passionate presentation will make it difficult for anyone to turn you down. A positive change is heading your way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -Put your health, appearance and personal goals first.

Refuse to let others’ actions slow you down. Tunnel vision and discipline will help you excel.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22) -- What you do for

others will be recognized.

The difference you make will speak volumes about what you are capable of doing. If you make a personal change, the compliments you receive will boost your ego.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Take your time, wait and see what everyone else is going to do and make your move with precision and foresight. Haste will lead to a regrettable mistake. Make personal growth your priority.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Be ready to embrace change. Discuss your options, see who is heading in the same direction and form a coalition with the people who can help you the most.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Don’t take someone’s word, as verification will be necessary if you want to avoid making a mistake. Put your energy into something gratifying. Physical activity will ease stress. ©2018 UFS

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