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VOLUME 52 NO. 23 • SERVING THE MOUNT MORRIS AREA SINCE 1967

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SPORTS

ROAD SHOW

Hawks Second

The boys track team finishes second to Polo-Forreston. / 17

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Greg Hachmeister, of Hack’s Auction Service, Pecatonica, discusses a handbag with Rosalinda Rienstra, of Stillman Valley, at the Oregon Woman’s Club’s Antique Show Sunday at the Blackhawk Center in Oregon. Turn to Page 2 for the story. Photo by Vinde Wells

and referendums are all on the April 2 ballot. / 4

INDEX

One Section - 32 Pages

Byron Library............ 11 Church News............12 Classifieds......... 23-29 Entertainment.....10-11

Marriage Licenses.... 9 Mt. Morris Library.... 7 Mt. Morris Police...... 3 Public Voice..............21

Property Transfers.. 20 Sheriff’s Arrests.......19 Social News........... 8-9 State’s Attorney.......19

DEATHS James P. Fallon, Ronald E. Kain, Page 20

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SPECIAL EVENT

Large crowd turns out for antique show BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com The treasures offered last weekend at a well-established antique sale had allure for buyers of all ages. Ven Emmons, 8, of Oregon, was enthusiastically browsing the booths at the 69th annual Oregon Woman’s Club Antique Show Sunday with his grandmother Vanessa Emmons, also of Oregon. He showed her an antique ice cream scoop at one booth and then a black necklace at another. Ven asserted that he liked “everything,” but his grandmother said he was especially drawn to the old tools and toys. First-time vendor Warren Wright, of Fine Art Concepts, of Lincolnshire, was also smiling. “It’s been a wonderful experience,” he said at his booth offering antique paintings. Members of the woman’s club said the two-day event drew one of its larger crowds in recent years. “Yesterday was a barn-buster. We had more than 1,000 people,” Johanna Hahne said. “The weather cooperated. It was a great opening day.” The show was held March 23 and 24 at the Blackhawk Center in Oregon. Sunshine and temperatures in the 50s prevailed on Saturday, and a persistent light rain fell all day Sunday. Woman’s club president Rosemary Underwood said a total of 1,609 people attended the show for both days. “People were buying. They were carrying a lot of items out of there,” she said Monday. “The vendors were happy, our antique appraisers were pleased, and the lunch stand from the Chana United Methodist Church almost ran out of food.” A steady stream of people were bringing in antiques of all kinds Sunday for Antiques Road Show-style appraisals

Ven Emmons, 8, of Oregon, shows a beaded necklace to his grandmother Vanessa Emmons, also of Oregon, as they browse through one of the booths Sunday at the Oregon Woman’s Club Antique Show at the Blackhawk Center in Oregon. Photo by Vinde Wells from Greg and Swan Hachmeister, of Hack’s Auction Service in Pecatonica. “This looks like something a flapper would have had,” Greg Hachmeister said as he appraised a flashy sequined handbag with beaded fringe for Rosalinda Rienstra, of Stillman Valley. More than 50 antique dealers from Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, and

Iowa participated in the show, offering antiques of all kinds from the early 1800s through the mid-1900s. The Oregon Woman’s Club, a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, sponsors the show as a major fund raising event and uses the proceeds to help fund various community projects and charities.

COUNTY GOVERNMENT

County board approves steel bids for new jail BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com The final bid for Ogle County’s new jail was approved last week. The county board accepted a base bid of $780,000 for structural steel work from T.A. Bowman Constructors, of Bloomingdale, on March 19. Ground-breaking for the jail, which will be called the Ogle County Judicial

Center Annex, is set for Wednesday, April 10 at 2 p.m., and construction is expected to take 20 months. The new facility will be located in the 100 block of South Sixth Street and will face Washington Street. That block of South Sixth Street will be closed to allow a large sally port and enclosed passageway to connect the jail to the judicial center on South Fifth Street for the secure transfer of inmates

into the jail, as well as from the jail to courtrooms. The board accepted 18 other bids for the jail at a special meeting Feb. 26. So far the cost of the project is coming in at $24 million, under the original budget of $25 million to $28 million. The board also approved hiring Testing Services Corporation March 19 to do soil borings at the jail site at a cost not to exceed $70,000.

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Having Fun • Helping Others Celebrity Judges • Junior Chef’s Teams Great Food • Cash Bar

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MT. MORRIS POLICE Mt. Morris Police Chief Jason White released the following information on March 25.

The charges are merely accusations, and defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty. March 12 Kendall Pelt, 46, Mt. Morris, was issued citations for traffic sign violation and for driving on a suspended or revoked driver’s license. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail. March 16 David A. Wolfe, 56, Mt. Morris, was arrested for assault. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail. March 17 Justina R. Windham, 37, Oregon, was issued a citation for speeding. March 18 Sarah L. Hensley, 32, Oregon, was

arrested for home invasion and residential burglary. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Jason A. Marks, 44, Oregon, was arrested for home invasion and residential burglary. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail. March 21 Elizabeth C. Nielsen, 33, Ashton, was arrested on two outstanding Ogle County warrants, an outstanding Lee County warrant, and for domestic battery. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail. March 22 Kathleen B. Grubb, 53, Mt. Morris, was issued a city ordinance violation for theft. Jacqueline Jones, 25, Amboy, was issued a citation for speeding. March 23 Nakiah S. Hokanson, 24, Rockford, was issued a citation for a traffic sign violation.

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Local voters will have a few contested races and three referendums to consider when they go to the polls next week. Three incumbents and two newcomers are seeking four Oregon City Commissioner seats in the April 2 Consolidated Election. Current Commissioners Kurt Wilson, Terry Schuster, and Tom Izer are running for re-election while Melanie Cozzi and Timothy Krug are running for the first time. Mayor Ken Williams is running unopposed for a second term. All are four-year terms. For the Oregon Park District Board, three incumbents and one newcomer are hoping to be elected to the three four-year terms. Current board members Scott L. Stephens, Steven M. Pennock, and Mark Tremble are being challenged by newcomer Wes Sosa. No candidates filed for the three six-year terms on the Oregon Public Library Board. In Mt. Morris, two incumbents and one newcomer are running for three seats on the Mt. Morris Village Board.

Current trustees Phil Labash and Jeff Pennington will seek re-election along with Chris Kolling, who is running for the first time. All terms are four years long. Trustee Shane Pope did not file for re-election. For the Mt. Morris Public Library Board, two candidates, Gerald Knodle and April Bold, are seeking two six-year terms. For the Oregon School Board three candidates are running unopposed. The City of Oregon is asking voters to approve a six-cent tax increase for Police Protection, and the Mt. Morris Fire District is requesting 10-cent tax hikes for both the ambulance and fire protection. The Oregon referendum is to cover the city’s cost for a full-time school resource officer. According to the terms of an intergovernmental agency agreement with the school district, the city will pay 30 percent of the cost, and the school district will pick up the remaining 70 percent. Although the referendum asks for six cents per $100 equalized assessed valuation, Mayor Ken Williams has said the city will levy at only two

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Delight your taste buds at RRC’s What’s Cookin’ 6th Annual event is Saturday, April 13 at Barnacopia BY EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@oglecountynews.com What’s Cookin’, the spring fundraiser for Rock River Center, welcomes three celebrity chefs and plenty of food and sweet treats. The fundraiser will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Saturday, April 13 at Barnacopia, 2570 N. West Branch Road, Polo, with nearly two dozen teams cooking and creating their specialty dishes. A Junior Chef’s division is also part of the fun. This year’s celebrity chefs are: Marilyn Csernus, a University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator and certified diabetes educator; Andy Colbert, a Certified Executive Chef of the American Culinary Federation; and Aaron Wilson, 23 News This Morning Anchor. The trio will judge the Best of Show in five divisions: appetizers, side dish, main dish, dessert, and

junior division. Csernus offers programs in health promotion, chronic disease prevention and food preparation and safety for Boone, DeKalb and Ogle counties. Colbert holds a B. S. degree from NIU in Nutrition, Food Science and Dietetics and was the Food Administrator for NIU’s Lorado Taft Campus from 1980 to 2010. Wilson broadcasts on location two to three times a week promoting local businesses and groups showing off the proud accomplishments of the region. All event attendees will receive a ballot to vote for the People’s Choice. Admission is $20 per person. Tickets are available at the Rock River Center in Oregon or at the door on the night of the event. The main floor of Barnacopia will be filled with outstanding food as teams compete for trophies which will be awarded at the end of the evening. “We’re going to have food like you have never seen before,” said Marcia Heuer, events coordinator. “The appetizer and main dish categories have the largest entries.” A full cash bar will be included in the evening. Attendees can also enjoy the dis-

Meet the 2019 Celebrity Chefs

Marilyn Csernus

Andy Colbert

plays in the museum at Barnacopia including the tractor under glass as you enter the “Barn” and the tractor slowly rotating in the cupola. Barnacopia, built by Gary Bocker, includes a view of Mason Street in Polo, from the 1950s and the upper floors have a John Deere pool table and Gary’s first car, a ’53 Ford.

2019 Cooking Teams Appetizers: Hazel’s, KSB Dietary, Ogle County Clerk, Ogle County Cooking Team, Oregon Living and Rehabilitation Center, Scoops, Serenity Hospice & Home, and Country Financial. Main Dish: Big Ed’s BBQ. E. D.

Aaron Wilson

Etnyre , Ogle County Pork Producers, Optavia, The Village Bakery, and Northside Babraq. Side Dish: Berry View Orchard, Hoppers Poppers, and Mighty Vine. Desserts: Bassline Bakery, Benesh Girls. Mt. Morris Senior Center, and Sophisticated Sweets. Junior Chefs: The Flippin Cowgirls, The Fresh Fashionistats, and Hazel’s Junior. For additional information, contact the Rock River Center at 815732-3252. For a listing of teams and sponsors and pictures of last years event, go to rockrivercenter.org and click on the What’s Cookin tab.

VILLAGE GOVERNMENT

Residents reminded to follow ordinances Village board says clean up trash and get required permits BY JERRY STAUFFER Mt. Morris Village Trustee The Mt. Morris Village Board wishes to remind residents of some common ordinances that may need attention. It’s time for spring clean up now that spring is upon us. Residents should keep their property in a condition as to not diminish the

value of neighboring properties. This includes keeping your property free from trash, garbage, building materials, car parts, or anything obnoxious or otherwise offensive in nature. Vehicles parked on your property, outside in public view, must be in running condition and licensed, insured and moved on a weekly basis. Vehicles can not park across a sidewalk or be parked on a village terrace. Vehicles parked on the street, in legal parking zones shall be parked with the flow of traffic. Vegetation (grass) and weeds

shall be kept to a length of less than six inches. Lawn clippings shall not be discharged into the street. All swimming pools holding over 24 inches of water require a permit and must be surrounded by gated fencing at least 4 feet tall and less than 6 feet in height. No open burning is allowed other than an overseen recreational fire, contained within a fire pit or ring not greater than 30 inches in diameter, and extinguished by midnight. It is unlawful to place discarded items, household garbage, or landscape waste curbside prior to 5 p.m. on Tuesday prior to the Wednesday pick up. Please note that a

holiday may delay pick up by a day. All fences require a building permit from the village All new concrete work, sidewalks, driveways, patios, etc. require a permit before construction starts. Patio decks also require a permit before construction begins. If you are unsure if you need a permit or have any questions about an ordinance or a proposed project please contact the village clerk for further details. This is only a short list of the most common ordinance violations. Please help us keep our village looking great!

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ART SHOW

The deadline to enter art work is June 1 Encore! Mt. Morris’s second gallery show of the 2019 season will be held July 3-31 in the Old Sandstone Gallery on the Mt. Morris campus. Artists are invited to enter the show at this time; the deadline for applications is June 1. This juried show invites 2D or 3D original art of all kinds, with a “Road Not Taken” theme. Artists may submit one to three images of their original works for consideration. Artists must be 18 years old or older. Only those images received by the deadline will be considered. Applications are available online at encoremtmorris.com. Click on the “July Art Show 2019” button.

Continued from Page 3 cents, which will raise the $26,000 to $28,000 needed annually to cover the city’s share. He said the two-cent increase translates into $19 to 20 per year on a house valued at $100,000.

Pine Creek News By Karen Merlak Spring has been slow to arrive and now we celebrate its arrival. With loads of sunshine and gentle rains, the earth seems to have awakened. The birds are returning along with their morning songs. For all of His creation, we are truly thankful. This week in church, we were greeted by Vicki Hay. Pastor Charlotte Hoppe led the children’s message for our young friends Amelia, Kaitlyn, Laura, and Harper. The girls have learned the routine that ends with an activity page and a candy treat.

Encore! Mt. Morris member Molly Baker presents awards during last year’s art show at the Old Sandstone Gallery in downtown Mt. Morris. Photo supplied Encore! Mt. Morris is composed of volunteers committed to developing Mt. Morris into a unique, thriving rural and cultural arts destination in

northwest Illinois. Volunteers and donations are welcome. Learn more at EncoreMtMorris.com.

Mt. Morris Fire District officials are asking for their first tax increase in 15 years to cover escalating costs coupled with a shrinking tax base. The two referendums each ask for an increase from 30 cents to 40 cents per $100 EAV. That means the real estate taxes on a $100,000 home will increase by

approximately $67 per year, not factoring in exemptions, if both questions pass. Fire Board President Scott Diehl said the district’s EAV has already decreased by $10 million since 2012 and could take another hit next year when the value of the shuttered Quad Graphics plant is expected to go down drastically due

to its recent sale. In 2012 the district’s EAV was $59.8 million. It dipped to $47.1 million in 2015 and currently sits at $49.3 million. The former printing plant is presently assessed at $906,471, which gives it a fair market value of $2.7 million. However, it was sold last May for $200,000.

Charlotte continues her Lenten series. Each week, we are being challenged to find something to let go and to find something to cultivate. Each week, Charlotte shares God’s word with practical uses and understanding for everyday life. Our church has been very busy during this season. This past Thursday evening started a movie series. The small group is watching movies of faith that will lead up to the Good Friday service, hosted by Pine Creek Christian Church. This past Friday evening, I was invited over to the home of my brother, Ben Bittinger, for dinner, visiting, and a movie. Ben, his wife, Jo, their son Garrett, and his friend enjoyed a wonderful dinner and visiting. There is no shortage of laughs when we get together. Our PEO Chapter DW held their spring social this past Tuesday evening. Led by the social committee, the sisters made beautiful spring

wreaths from fabric scraps. I was able to see one of the finished projects on Jean Cunningham’s door. I touched base with each of my children this weekend. Each of them is busy with work. They have all managed to find a little time for fun, too. With all of our busy schedules, I cherish every connection, no matter how small. While cleaning out my inbox, I found an old picture of myself from about eight years ago. It was taken for the place where I worked. I remember that day, not knowing that I would be photographed and wishing I had taken the time to fix my hair. Looking back at the photo now, I look very young. There are fewer wrinkles and hardly any gray hair. I can see a few similarities to my mom and to my children. The smile is still the same. A decade has not even passed and, yet, it feels like a lifetime ago. My life was quite different when that photo was taken.

Since then, I have changed jobs, my children graduated high school and moved on, my mom passed away, and people have moved in and out of my life. One change that can’t be seen in any picture, is my faith in God that has been steadily growing. On the days when I wasn’t sure I could keep going, I relied on Him to help me through. I am learning to trust Him in all things. My relationship with God is not unique. He loves each of us. Because of that love, He protects us as we navigate this life. This gift is for all of us. We only need to turn to the loving Father. Looking back at my old photo, I’m glad for who I was in that moment. I’m even more glad for the person I am now, because I know that I belong to God. I hope to see you next week at our church in the country. Please join us for time of worship during this season of Lent. God has great plans for all of us.

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• BALLOT

Fill out the application online (preferred method; attach your digital pictures and entry fee) or print the application and send the packet and check to the Mt. Morris Village Hall, 105 W. Lincoln St., Mt Morris IL 61054. Additional printed applications are available at the village hall for those without Internet access. A jury will select those pieces to be included in the show and judges will select the awards, which will be announced on opening night July 5. Other art shows this summer include the Student Art Show for students in grades K-12 in June and the Airbrush Art Show in August. More details on the Airbrush show will be published soon. The deadline for applications for the August show will be July 5. See more details on the encoremtmorris.com web site, contact mollyb@encoremtmorris.com, or leave a message at village hall.

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LOCAL HISTORY

John Phelps through the writings of James Gale 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 In earlier articles about Oregon’s founder, John Phelps, I covered many facts about his life. These included his early life in Tennessee, working at the salt licks in southern Illinois at age 16, and his involvement with the War of 1812 at New Orleans. In 1816 he married Sarah Rogan Carlin at age 20. He purchased a farm, built a keel boat, and purchased goods and transported them to markets on the Mississippi. He established several general merchandise stores and started a smelting business at the Galena lead mines. When the Black Hawk War broke out, he was elected to command a company marching to Rock Island. In 1832 he lived on a farm in Schuyler County, Illinois. 1834 he built his double cabin near Mt. Morris. He founded Oregon, built his brick house in 1861 and lived to the age of 76. A complete list of his accomplishments would fill the rest of this page. James V. Gale, an early settler and Oregon’s first mayor, describes the human side of his friend John Phelps. They were friends and both moved to Oregon before it was founded. “John Phelps is one of our old pioneers, is a man of strong and determined mind, no one can turn him. He hates his enemies as much as he likes his friends,” Gale wrote. “He is a good frontier set-

ABOVE LEFT: This is an old photo of John Phelps. ABOVE RIGHT: This painting of John Phelps cabin between Oregon and Mt. Morris was done by Clare Bradford. Photos supplied by Otto Dick tler and can enjoy a trip across the plains as well as living in his mansion at home. ‘He is a good neighbor and never forgets a kindness. He is very hospitable at home and is always pleased to see his friends and does everything to have them enjoy themselves. “His wife is one of very best of women. She is always happy to make friends happy that call on them.” “Mr. Phelps is the founder of Ogle County and of Oregon. He along with Mr. Reed and Kirkpatrick established the county seat of Ogle County. “When he undertakes anything of importance he will work day and night to accomplish his end. He has always been a strong party man, always a Democrat. His brother who lived and died in Tennessee was a strong old-time Whig.”

“Mr. Phelps has many ups and down in life but was never discouraged, always looking on the bright side. He was unsuccessful in several of his adventures losing everything. “Always when he had lost everything he would take his rifle on his shoulder and travel to find a new place, never discouraged but determined to succeed. “He finally has succeeded and is now settled down cultivating the grape vines and has plenty of everything about him to make him and his family and friends happy He the remainder of his days. has built himself one of the best residences of the county and is now enjoying the fruits of his checkered life.” “Early in Illinois history he worked with the most influential men in Illinois and has been a considerable traveler.

“He said the hardest state he ever did business in was Arkansas. When a man emigrated there one of the first questions that would be asked was what place he came from and what name he went by there, or what crime he had committed before he came there.” One year after the Black Hawk War of 1832, John Phelps established a cabin near Mt. Morris and today you can view his wonderful monument and be amazed at what he did and accomplished during his lifetime. Some people, especially politicians today, pat themselves on their back and tell how much they are doing for us. None of them can measure up with their accomplishments to what our early settlers accomplished.

WRITING CLASSES

Memoir classes offered by park district, Serenity Hospice The Oregon Park District and Serenity Hospice is offering a new memoir-writing class for adults. “Have your ever thought of compiling stories from your life, but the idea seems so daunting? Where to start? What to include?,” asks Tina Ketter, park district superintendent of recreation. “This three-part class will help you discover your unique

voice, help you dig up memories from your childhood and teen years and help you become the hero of your own story!” The class will be held at Nash Recreation Center, 304 S. Fifth Street, Oregon. Brunch will be included at each class. “The course will give tips for over-

coming writer’s block and help you prepare your memoir for publication. The Your Memoir class will use a proven step-by-step method developed by Richard Campbell,” Ketter said. The Your Memoir Class will be taught by Angie Theisen, community relations manager at Serenity Hospice.

The class runs each Tuesday from April 16 through April 30 from 10-11:30 a.m. The cost of the class is $30 for residents of the Oregon Park District and $35 for non-residents. Registration can be done over the phone at 815-732-3101 or in person at Nash Recreation Center. The deadline to register is April 9.

CHOIR CONCERT Freeport. Groups performing will be the Highland Chamber Singers, under the direction of Jeff DeLay, and the Highland Chorale, directed by Heidi Spotts-Manthey, the Highland Youth

Choir, under the direction of Dagny Brandt, the Chamber Singers, the Highland Chorale, and the Highland Youth Choir. The concert is free and open to the public.

MT. MORRIS LIBRARY Storytime for Little People and Big Kid Book Club Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m.

and we couldn’t do what we do at the library without our wonderful volunteers!

Annual Library Tea Fundraiser Sunday, March 31, 2 p.m. The special guest speaker this year is Mark Twain and his lovely wife, Olivia Clemens. The library will have tickets on sale soon. LEGO Club Monday, April 8, 5:45 p.m. Bring a friend and build something cool with our Legos! For all ages.

Volunteer Appreciation Reception Friday, April 12, 3 p.m. Come join the library board of trustees and the library staff as we say thank you! to our volunteers. April 8–12 is Volunteer Appreciation Week

Mt. Morris Public Library 105 S. McKendrie Ave. Mt. Morris IL 61054 815-734-4927 Fax-815-734-6035 www.mtmorris-il.org Library Hours Monday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Cook Book Club Tuesday, April 9, 6 p.m. April’s Cookbook is 100 Days of Read Food On a Budget by Lisa Leake. Come take a look at the recipes and sign up.

May the 4th Movie Marathon! In honor of Star Wars Day on Saturday, May 4, we will host a Star Wars Movie marathon! Starting Friday, May 3 at 3 p.m. with the first movie and continuing on Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m. with second, followed at 1 p.m. with the third movie. Come for all or just for your favorite. Those attending the movies will be entered in a drawing for a T-shirt or action figure. Popcorn and water will be served.

Youngsters take part in Storytime activities at the Mt. Morris Public Library on March 20. Photo supplied

MT. MORRIS SENIOR CENTER Events and activities at the Mt. Morris Senior Center, 9 E. Front St., are for everyone. Although most of our events cater to those who are over 50 years old, all ages are invited. If you would like to RSVP for an activity or if you have any questions simply call 815-734-6335 and ask for Melissa. We are happy to help! Earth Angels If you would like to be a part of planning the future of Earth Angels please join us for a meeting on Monday, March 25 at 1 p.m. Many hands make light work and a big impact in our community. We hope to continue the legacy and the blessing that Granny Linda Straith was to all of us. If you have any questions or can’t make the meeting, but would like to be

included please call Melissa at 815-7346335. Bingo and Lunch We are headed to Neighbors Nursing Home in Byron for their community Bingo and Lunch. Bingo is free and lunch is only $5. The carpool will leave the Mt. Morris Senior Center at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26. Please RSVP to 815-734-6335 so we are sure to have enough seats. Jam Session Wednesday, March 27 will be our monthly Jam Session with many local musicians. Join us at 10:30 a.m. for a lot of talent and beautiful music, and stay for a $3 lunch which will be served at noon. All are welcome, but please let us

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HCC to present choral program on March 31

The Highland Community College Fine Arts department will present a choral program on Sunday, March 31 at 3 p.m. in the Fine Arts Theatre at Ferguson Fine Arts Center, on the campus at 2998 W. Pearl City Rd.,

know if you plan to attend so we have enough food for all. Call 815-734-6335 to RSVP. Greeting Cards Make your own greeting cards at the Mt. Morris Senior Center on Thursday, March 28 at 10 a.m. All the supplies are included, and cards are only $1 each. All are welcome to come to show off your creativity. April Fool’s Day Lunch Join us for an April Fool’s Day Lunch at the Mt. Morris Senior Center on Monday, April 1 at noon. We will be having pizza, French fries, cake, and grilled cheese...or will we?! For only $8 you can find out! Give us a call at 815-734-6335 to make a reservation for this crazy and trick-filled lunch.

Fall Risk Presentation Kate Guist, from Oregon Living and Rehabilitation, will teach a Fall Risk Presentation Class at the Mt. Morris Senior Center on Wednesday, April 3 at 11 a.m. This is important information for all to know, no matter your age. We are all at risk of falling and can make our own homes safer. Call 815-734-6335 to sign up for this important class. Lunch Bunch On Friday, April 5 we are headed to Bela’s in Oregon for our first lunch bunch of the month. We will be carpooling from the Mt. Morris Senior Center at 11 a.m. or meeting at the restaurant at 11:15 a.m. Call 8145-734-6335 if you would like to join us. All are welcome.

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Ogle County Fair Queen speaks at Oregon Rotary event Grace Mongan, Ogle County Fair Queen of Oregon was the featured speaker last week at the Oregon Rotary’s Rural/Urban Day program. Mongan was one of 71 total contestants participating at the recent State County Fair Convention Queen contest held at Springfield. She is the first Ogle County Queen contestant to finish in the Top 5. Only one other fair queen from Ogle County has been a finalist. During her speech to the Rotary, Mongan said the 2019 Ogle County Fair is scheduled to run from Wednesday, July 31 through Aug. 4, at the Ogle County Fairgrounds just west of Oregon. The 2019 Ogle County Queen contest will be held Wednesday evening, July 31, at the Fairgrounds. Mongan is a senior at Oregon High School. She is also dual enrolled at Kishwaukee College in the Engineering Math and Science Academy. Her plans are to attend the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign next fall and to major in Aerospace Engineering. Mongan is a 13 year 4-H member of the Carefree 4-H club and an FFA member at Oregon High School. Her parents are Jean and Dan Mongan of Oregon. The Oregon FFA Officer team (Timmy Breeden, Megan Buttens and Samantha Bowers) and FFA Adviser Josh Nelson, along with area farmers were also guests at the annual Rotary Rural/Urban day activity.

Grace Mongan, Miss Ogle County Fair Queen 2018, was the featured speaker at the recent Oregon Rotary Rural/Urban Day program held at the Blackhawk Steak Pit. She was recently named 3rd runner up in the 60th Miss Illinois Fair Queen Pageant held in Springfield. Pictured here is Stan Eden (left) Rotary Program Chairman for the day, Mongan, and Oregon Rotary President Chris Madden. The 2019 Ogle County Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, July 31 through Aug. 4. Photo supplied

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Oregon FFA’s Officer team (Timmy Breeden, Megan Buttens and Samantha Bowers) pose with Ogle County Fair Queen Grace Mongan (center) and FFA Adviser Josh Nelson (left). The team, along with area farmers, were guests at the Oregon Rotary Club’s Rural/Urban Day. Photo supplied

SERVICE NEWS

IN THE SCHOOLS

U.S. Air Force Airman Michael A. Criscione graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Communi-

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Airman Michael A. Criscione ty College of the Air Force. Criscione is the son of Anthony and Mary Criscione and brother of Frank Criscione, all of Byron. He is a 2018 graduate of Byron High School.

between participants, Stillman Valley High administrators and fans School freshman Payton of IHSA activities. Voltz has been appointed to The group meets four the IHSA Student Advisory times a year at the IHSA Committee. office in Bloomington, an The Student Advisory annual retreat in BloomCommittee is a group of ington, and a biennial students who participate in Student Leadership Condiverse interscholastic athference in Peoria. letics and activities. Voltz is involved in The SAC promotes the Payton Voltz football, basketball, basesportsmanship and integriball, marching band, conty ideals of the Illinois High cert band, and the math team at School Association. They are focused on providing Stillman Valley High School and leadership and communication will represent District 10.

Byron Rotary Club The Rotary Club of Byron is once again offering a $1,000 scholarship to a Byron High School senior. The 2019 Bob Adams Service Above Self Scholarship is being offered for the 10th year to a graduating senior who plans to further his or her education in the fall. The winner will be someone who has

demonstrated academic achievement while exemplifying the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self.” Family income is not a consideration. Bob Adams was a charter member of Byron Rotary whom the club credits with tirelessly working to establish a local club and to expand our membership. Because of Adam’s vision, and with

MARRIAGE LICENSES Ogle County Clerk Laura J. Cook issued the following marriage licenses. March 15 Daniel R. Bleatman and Dawn M. Pryor, both of Rochelle. March 19 Timothy R. Gronewold and Audra M.

Lewis, both of Forreston. March 20 Mark D. Lundquist and Elena C. L. Lindholtz, both of Salina, Kansas. March 21 Jeffrey N. Wehmhoefer, of Dittmer, Mississippi, and Sara C. Jordan, of Mt. Morris.

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the support of the Byron community, Rotary Club of Byron helps in the worldwide effort to eradicate polio, to assist victims of natural disasters and to provide clean drinking water to small villages in third world countries. Locally, Byron Rotary emphasizes literacy and nutrition at Mary Morgan Elementary School, and has recently made contributions to agencies and organization that provide mental health services throughout the region, and to a group that offers nutrition and clothing assistance at Byron High School. Applications for the Bob Adams Service Above Self Scholarship are available in the Byron High School Guidance Office and on the students’ Naviance-Family Connection Accounts. The application deadline is Friday, April 26. The winner will be announced at the Honors Convocation on Wednesday, May 15.

Floski family Applications are now available for the Floski Family Foundation Scholarship for Service and Leadership. The $1,000 scholarship is being offered for the 11th year to a graduating Byron High School senior who has demonstrated service beyond self-interest and beyond Byron High School to the wider local, state, national or international community, and who has developed as a young leader as a result. The winner will be someone who plans to further his or her education in the fall of 2019. Family income and grade point average are not considerations. Applicants will asked to write a brief essay discussing the personal benefits they have received from public service and to submit the number of service See SCHOLARSHIPS, Page 10

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Cinco de April First Fridays will be at Mt. Morrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Moose center

OK â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we know itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a month early for the Cinco de â&#x20AC;Ś phrase, but we had to take advantage of the fifth and First Friday falling together. Â Anyway the good times are going to roll at the Mt. Morris Moose Family Center for the popular open stage music show on Friday, April 5. Musicians will draw for time slots at 6:30 p.m. and performances will begin at 7 p.m. and continue until all musicians, even late arrivals, have had their turn on stage. Â A jam session will follow until it is time for the traditional closing with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Will the Circle Be Unbroken.â&#x20AC;? Â The musical styles vary widely including country, bluegrass, folk, blues, light rock, and eclectic blend-

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First Fridays performer Glen Brendel digs down deep for some of his trademark soulful sound at a recent First Fridaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; performance. April 5 is the next date for First Fridays. Photo supplied ing of multiple genres. Â The musicians will be supported by a professional sound system engineered by Mike Bratt. Music fans are encouraged to arrive hungry and thirsty as the Mt. Morris Moose Club offers a food and beverage service.

The Performing Arts Guild of Mt. Morris will present, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cheaper by the Dozenâ&#x20AC;? will be presented on Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 5 at the Pinecrest Grove Theater, 500 Evergreen Lane, Mt. Morris.Â Friday and Saturday shows are at 7 p.m. and the Sunday matinĂŠe is at 2 p.m.Â Tickets are $14 for reserved seating, $12 general admission with a $2 discount for students and seniors.Â For information call 815-734-2103 or order online at www.performingartsguild.com and click on tickets. Tickets will go on sale April 1. Based on a novel by Frank B. Gilbreth and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey, this comedy recounts the

authorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lives of growing up in a family with 12 children.Â Their inventor father, who is well-known for bringing better efficiency to factories, keeps his large family running just as efficiently.Â Auditions were held in February and the cast is Mark Tremble, Trudy Whalen, Dylan Stormont, Abigail Wehler, Priscilla Osborne, Tim Bulfer, Ashley Weaver, AlexaLin Moses, Zander VandeSand, Deven Kenerson, Henry Warren, Alexander George, Maxwell George, Julia Hodson, Ellen Hodson and Elliot Peeling. The play will be directed by David Sheely with Mary Cheatwood as assistant director. Producers are Jennifer Bakener and Pam Ballard.

MORE LIVE MUSIC Annual barbershop show April 13 The Rock River Valley Barbershop Chorusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 68th annual show â&#x20AC;&#x153;Out Of This Worldâ&#x20AC;? will be held on Saturday, April 13

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at the Centennial Auditorium at Sterling High School, Sterling.Â The show begins at 3 p.m. Join the Chorus for an entertaining afternoon of

songs, laughs â&#x20AC;&#x153;barbershop-style.â&#x20AC;? The special guest is South Of Normal, a barbershop quartet that loves to perform for audiences, large and small.Â

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stand that, while the number of service hours is a consideration of the judging committee, the scholarship is not always awarded to the student who submits the most hours: committee members are prepared to be impressed by how the student has grown as a per-

son while performing public service. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s committee is comprised of Stillman Bank vice president Bryan Markham, Byron City Council member Christy Hanlin, and Byron certified public accountant and community volunteer Laura Hopkins.

Other details and applications for the scholarship may be obtained at the Byron High School Guidance Office and on the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Naviance-Family Connection accounts.Â The winner will be announced at BHS Honors Night on Wednesday, May 15.

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The Oregon Park District and Taft Campus are offering a luncheon and optional tour to the public on Sunday, April 14. “Thousands of people visit Taft Campus each year yet many who live close to it haven’t been out for years or haven’t visited at all,” said Tina Ketter, superintendent of recreation for the park district. “The campus is usually closed to the public but we have the perfect opportunity for you to visit this spring.” Taft staff will serve a homemade luncheon at 2 p.m. The menu includes a maple vinaigrette salad, grilled chicken breast, mushroom gravy, wild rice, egg noodles, vegetable medley, yeast rolls, with hot bread pudding for dessert. Beverages are also included.

A complimentary tour will be given by experienced Taft staff members following the luncheon. The cost for the luncheon and tour is $15 for residents of the Oregon Park District and $18 for non-residents. The Taft Campus is located at 1414 N. River Road, Oregon in Lowden State Park. “The campus will be open to participants to come as early as 1 p.m. to walk around the campus and stay open for participants until 6 p.m. to enjoy the scenery, hiking paths, buildings and more,” Ketter said.

“Spend the whole afternoon with us or simply head out whenever you would prefer. Whatever you do, don’t miss out on this experience.” Registration can be done by phone, 815-732-3101, online via www.oregonpark.org or in person at the Nash Recreation Center in Oregon. The deadline to register is Wednesday, April 7. “We hope you will join us out there,” said Ketter. The park district will also host a historical tour of the train depot in Oregon.

Roger Cain will conduct the tour on Saturday, April 13 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the depot. All registration fees will be donated to the Ogle County Historical Society. Each tour is $2 for park district residents and $3 per non-residents. Registration must be completed at Nash Recreation Center. Other historical tours in or near Oregon are planned throughout the spring and summer, including the Ogle County Historical Society’s Nash Museum on May 5, the Chana School Museum on May 11, Third & Fourth Streets on June 8, Fifth and Sixth Streets on July 13, and Ganymede Spring on Aug. 10. For more information, call the Nash at 815-732-3101.

BYRON LIBRARY Special Hours The Byron Public Library will be closed Sunday, April 21 in observation of the Easter holiday. We wish our patrons a safe and happy Easter!

• BARBERSHOP Continued from Page 10 District Quartets, sons and grandsons of barbershoppers, several International appearances in quartets and choruses, a couple of chorus directors, a love of barbershop, 100-plus combined years of barbershopping and a bad case of male pattern baldness? They will say, “Well…us. You get us.” Tickets for the show are on sale now.

Byron Public Library District is accepting food for Byron library late fees. Bring in a can or box of food and $2 worth of late fees will be forgiven for each item up to $10. Lost or damaged

item charges are not eligible for this reduction. Collected food will be donated to People Helping People. The Byron Public Library is located at 100 S. Washington St., Byron.

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Prairie State Legal: Know Your Rights presentation with one-on-one appointments to follow: How to Clear Your Criminal Record Tuesday, April 2, 1 to 1:20 p.m. After the Know Your Rights presentation, individuals can meet with a lawyer at no cost to discuss civil legal issues such as: problems with their landlord, clearing criminal records, orders of protection and divorce for domestic violence victims, bankruptcy, housing discrimination, problems with SNAP/ TANF/Medicaid, social security overpayments, getting guardianship of a minor or disabled adult. Each individual will go through an eligibility screening before talking to an attorney for free.

Prairie State cannot help with criminal defense, traffic cases, personal injury, workmen’s compensation, or immigration cases. Appointments can be scheduled ahead of time, by calling 815-965-2902. Walk-ins will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. Kristine Phil Youman, Attorney at Law presents: Healthcare and Financial Power of Attorney Wednesday, April 3, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. It’s Money Smart week and Attorney Youman will be here to discussing a Healthcare Power of Attorney and a Financial Power of Attorney. These documents are often used together, but she will discuss when the documents should be used and issues everyone needs to know. National Library Week April 7 – 13 During National Library Week, the Adults are $10, seniors 62 and over are $10; students get in free with a school ID. Tickets may be purchased at Community State Bank locations in Sterling, Morrison, and Rock Falls; Select Employees Credit Union; First State Bank in Polo; Polo Senior Center; and from any Barbershop Chorus Member; or by calling 815-973-3956 or 815-990-1931. Tickets will also be available at the door on the day of the performance.

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| CHURCH NEWS

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

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

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

BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH

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

BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES

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

CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

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

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104

EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD

FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH

NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH

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

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

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

EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH

FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH

OREGON CHURCH OF GOD

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

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

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS

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

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

FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 faithumcpolo

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA)

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

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

FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

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

GATHERING PLACE CHURCH 124 N. Fourth St., Oregon (Oregon Coliseum) 815-946-9925 theGP.Church // FB.com/ theGatheringPlaceChurch

GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

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

POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

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

GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

8210 E. Edwardsville Rd., German Valley Pastor Eric Schlukebir 815-362-6601

LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH

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

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 409 W. Brayton Rd, P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573

201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919

ST. MARY CHURCH

Church and Main Streets Pastor Don Plock

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

FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

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

ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Steve Rypkema, who has been director of the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department for the past 29 years, spoke to the Oregon Lions Club at its Feb. 28 meeting. He explained the reasons behind the recent decision to stop the dropoff recycling program in May of this year. The service that the county had provided for many years had never been profitable, but recently costs to provide the service had increased by 135 percent and it has become too

expensive to maintain, he said. China is now refusing to process recyclables and there are not enough sorting facilities locally to cope with the waste material. Rypkema said that many other programs will continue. Those include the monthly collection of electronics, the collection of motor oil and antifreeze, school programs such as the third graders’ Outdoor Stewardship Days, the Christmas light recycling program, the Rock River Sweep, and the Million Trees program.

BRIEFS Benefit for Polo teen is March 30

Scouts food drive on April 6 Cub Scout Pack 81 and Boy Scout Troop 52 will conduct a food drive in Oregon on Saturday, April 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. Place non-perishable food donations in a bag by the front door, so it can be seen from the street. The Scouts will start going down the streets at 9 a.m. collecting your food donations. The food donations will be delivered to Life Line Food Pantry in Oregon after 11 a.m. For more information call Ray Gruber at 815-732-6807 or Kate Lehrke at 815732-7204.

OHS honors night for seniors Oregon High School will host Senior Honors Night on Monday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the OHS Gym.

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A benefit for a Polo teenager battling cancer will be held on Saturday, March 30 from 2 to 8 p.m. at Barnacopia, 2570 N. West Branch Rd., rural Polo. The event was organized by Team Kate, an organization set up to support 16-year-old Kaitlyn Marschang, a junior at Polo High School, as she battles small cell ovarian cancer. A live auction, silent auction, and raffles are planned. In addition to the expense of cancer treatments, Kate has had multiple surgeries in Madison, Wisconsin, which requires frequent trips and stays there. She is the daughter of Ray and Rebecca Marschang and has a younger sister Allissa. Visit @teamkatemarschang on Facebook for additional event information.

The community is invited to come and Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department Steve Rypkema, center, spoke to the Oregon Lions Club Feb. 28. Also pictured are: Lion Grant Afflerbaugh and Lions Club celebrate the accomplishments of the President Carri Anderson. Photo by Jean Hoff Class of 2019.

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OUTDOOR EVENTS

Afflerbaugh to lead hike series at state parks, forest The Oregon Park District is offering a new guided state park hike series just in time for spring and summer Former state park superintendent, Grant Afflerbaugh, will conduct the hikes at Ogle County’s three state parks and state forest. Each session will feature a different state park with a trail that is often times less traveled. Afflerbaugh will lead the group along with provide educational information throughout the hike. “Come alone or bring family and friends as we reconnect with nature. The group will meet at each park the day of the program,” said Tina Ketter, superintendent of recreation for the park district. Pre-registration is required. The

FUNDRAISING SALE

Chana School rummage sale is May 24 & 25 Lowden-Miller State Forest offers several miles of hiking trails. Photo supplied fee is $2 for residents of the Oregon Park District and $3 for non-residents. Each hike has a registration deadline. Hikes being offered are: • April 12 - Lowden-Miller State Forest,. 8-9:30 a.m. Registration deadline is April 10. • May 4 - Castle Rock State Park, 8-9:30 a.m. Registration deadline is May 2. • June 5 - evening hike at Lowden State Park from 6-7:30 p.m. Registration deadline is June 3. • July 16 - White Pines State Park, 9-10:30 a.m. Registration deadline is July 12. Registration can be completed at Nash Recreation Center, 304 S. Fifth Street, Oregon or by phone, 815-7323101.

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ments. The Chana School Foundation was formed to save the 1883 schoolhouse that once sat in Chana and was slated for demolition. A volunteer committee, the Chana School Foundation, was formed and successfully moved the schoolhouse to Park East in Oregon in 1998. Since that time the school museum has served the area. This spring nearly 400 students will come for an all-day living history experience from the 1800s. This not-for-profit project is run by volunteers and maintained by donations and grants. “Your donations are very important to the Chana School Museum,” said volunteer Connie Stauffer. To help in this fundraiser please call 815-732-2447. “Volunteers have fun with one another while setting up for the sale and then helping during the sale. The work of many hands makes for light work for all,” Stauffer said.

If you are cleaning out old things to make way for new or simply downsizing to have more space, don’t throw your unwanted items away. Save them for the annual Chana School Museum rummage sale. Box and bag good clean items for the non-for-profit benefit to be held on Memorial Day Weekend, Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25 at Oregon Coliseum. Clean items such as furniture, clothes, household and kitchen items, books, holiday decorations, and more will be accepted. Unacceptable items include large entertainment centers, large appliances, curtain rods and blinds, and non-working items. For more information on what is acceptable call 815-732-6807. Drop Off Day for sale items is Thursday, May 23. For large items, pick up appointments will start early the week beginning May 21. Call 815-732-6807 or 815-732-2447 to make arrange-

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SPORTS

Nate Girton is OHS coach this year BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglecountynews.com

ABOVE: Oregon shortstop Noah Campos tosses the ball second baseman Keenan Kraucunas to force out Eastland’s Elijah Dertz during March 23 action. BELOW: Nolan Thomas pitches. Photos by Earleen Hinton pects. “We’re deep and young and need to learn to be competitive before we can win,” Girton said. “It’s important we take it one day at a time and not look at the big picture.” The IHSA’s pitch count, initiated last year, had major ramifications for small schools like Oregon. It shouldn’t be much of a concern this season, though. “I love our pitching depth. We have 10 solid pitchers,” Girton said. Another positive Girton has noticed so far is the team attitude. For a program with a 26-114 record the last five years, that’s a huge plus. “I think we can shock some people,” Girton said. “There’s some potential here.” The first game was to be March 12, but the weather will be altering the schedule. “We still have to wait for some 40 degree days to melt the snow and ice,” Oregon athletic director Mike Lawton said. “Then we need a drying out period. All we can do now is keep out fingers crossed for better weather.”

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It will be the fourth baseball coach in five years, as Nate Girton takes over for Michael Ashworth, who stepped down after one season. Before that, David Boyer was coach for two years, taking over for Adam Albrecht. “I’m hoping we can get some stability,” said Girton, who is no stranger to Hawk athletics, having assisted at the lower levels. “I’m fortunate to have about 75 percent of the players in junior high basketball.” Girton uses the word accountability in describing what his expectations are. “I’m a big believer in that,” Girton said. “I had a meeting with the parents and told them it was a two-way street. Both of us do this together – coaches and players. We’re accountable to each other.” Returning for his fourth-year is consummate athlete Dalton Hermes. He returns as pitcher and first baseman. “With Dalton, you know what you’re getting day in and day out,” Girton said. He is only one of two seniors on the team, along with third-baseman Nick Alexander. “Nick’s worked his tail off getting ready for the season. He’s gotten much better,” Girton said. Riley Brinbaum will be another valuable returner. The junior will play shortstop and pitch. “He has tremendous off speeds,” Girton added. Incoming transfer Noah Campos will be a pleasant addition at second base, pitching and the outfield. “We’re deeper than I originally thought,” Girton said. “This team is universal with the number of positions everyone can play.” For example, Girton has the luxury of looking at four catching prospects on the 23-man roster. “We’re loaded with sophomores and juniors,” he said. “I’d like to get to 30, so we have enough for two teams.” It remains to be seen whether or not Oregon will field both a jayvee and varsity team. None-the-less, Girton is optimistic on the pros-

OREGON - MT. MORRIS BEAT | Oregon Republican Reporter, Mt. Morris Times / oglecountynews.com

Accountability to be key for Hawks baseball

Oregon Republican Reporter, Mt. Morris Times / oglecountynews.com • Friday, March 29, 2019

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GIRLS TRACK PREVIEW

Lady Hawks running to continue 2018 success BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglecountynews.com

Oregon’s Lydia Cernak and Jaden Bothe run the curve of the 200 meter dash at a March 21 meet at Landers-Loomis Field. Photo by Earleen Hinton

The Oregon girls track and field team ended 2018 on a high note and hope to continue that tune into this season. Five state qualifiers return and it is possible that even more will make the trip to Charleston this spring. Leading the way is senior Abigail Hopkins, a 3-time sectional champ in the hurdles. As a sophomore, Hopkins won both the 100 and 300 hurdle races. Last year in the rainy condition at the Lena-Winslow sectional, Hopkins won the 100 hurdles, this after a long recovery from an injury. “She valuable to us not just in the relays, but in the relays,” Oregon coach Nick Schneiderman said. Junior Cynthia Nyderek claimed the 300 hurdles at the sectional, giving the Hawks a 2-year sweep of both events. She will also be a key component in the long and triple jumps. “She’s an anywhere type of a girl,” Schneiderman said. Lydia Cermak burst onto the scene as a freshman sprinter and took second in the sectional 200 to advance downstate as an individual. She also joined Jadyn Bothe, Erin Schmitt and Gylian Finch as a 400-

relay qualifier. Finch graduated, but Schmitt and Bothe were only freshmen. “We are going to be much deeper than in the past with 6-7 quality sprinters,” Schneiderman said. “It’s good to have competition for the relays.” As a team, the Hawks placed second in the 2017 sectional and third in 2018. Defending champ Winnebago will be favored again, but Oregon should be right up there. Sophomore Brenna Noon is ranked among the top 10 in the 1A shot put. Another soph, Lyndi Kenney, showed potential in the pole vault. “Overall, we should be competitive in all the events,” Schneiderman said. “But, we need to improve in the middle distances and distances. That could be the key for us.” The program got a boost with new teacher Dane Bell coming aboard. Bell had served as head coach for Indian Creek and will handle the jumps and distances. In the Big Northern, Dixon will be going for a fifth straight title. “Dixon will be the favorite and Winnebago has a lot of young talent,” Schneiderman said. “We’ll try to be in the top three.”

SPORTS COLUMN

Sports scene coverage varies at different levels F

or the first time in over decade, Bradley’s men’s basketball team qualified for the NCAA tournament. But, another story brewing out of Peoria was beat writer Dave Reynolds having his credentials pulled by the athletic department for being too critical of the basketball program. After much hue and cry from supporters who came to the defense of Reynolds, Bradley relented and reinstated his credentials. As those supporters mentioned, Reynolds’ job as a sports writer for the Peoria Journal Star is not to be a cheerleader in print for the team. Rather, he is to be an objective observer and report on his findings. That is a premise for newspaper people everywhere. Occasionally, I ponder the same thing in my role as a reporter for Sauk Valley Media. Do I objectively report on the teams I cover or act as a promoter for them? What about my colleagues at other newspapers throughout the state? Do they give their honest thoughts

COMMENTARY Andy Colbert

on the high school sports scene? First, it is important to differentiate between prep, college and the pros. What I’ve noticed is those that cover a professional team are most likely to tell it like it is, or at least how they perceive it to be. College reporters soften it up a bit more and us high-school reporters can really candy-coat it. Why the difference? Isn’t a sport a sport? Yes, but in covering a professional team, there is no close-knit allegiance to the coaches, athletes or metropolitan area. It’s a different relationship between newspaper person and team he or she is covering. For those of us at the high school level, we are much more dependent

on our relationships with the players, coaches, athletic directors and parents. For me to be too critical of an athletic program is a sure way to draw the ire of those folks. I don’t want that to happen and other prep reporters feel similarly. Thus, we often back away from telling it like it is. Some may say that is unprofessional, but is it really such a bad thing? Personally, I have no problem with being a cheerleader. Sure, everything that I write is to be true, but not every truth needs to be put in print. Yes, there are many things I want to write as a means for expressing myself and “straightening” out prep sports and society at large. As a columnist, albeit a small-time one, this can be an ego-feeding pulpit. But, as a human being, shouldn’t I be building people up, not tearing them down? Besides, I don’t want to get on the wrong side of a coach or school administrator. In small towns like

ours, it can be painful arrangement. For someone covering the Bears or Cubs or on a national beat, it’s not as essential to be friends with those you covers. In 23 years of doing this, I have certainly irritated people with things I have written. Most of the time I am completely fine with that, but there is occasional regret. Times of regret come from my not having my facts right, not realizing extenuating circumstances or being self-righteous. When this happens, it is important for me to apologize to those offended and learn from the experience. While we are on the subject of the newspaper business, it is depressing to see how many publications have ceased to exist and also a 45 percent decline in the number of reporters, editors and photographers. Newspaper circulation has declined every year for three decades and 1,400 towns no longer have their paper. Certainly, that’s a lot less truth that can be shared with the public. That is what bothers me the most.

BOYS TRACK

Lady Hawks Win Hawks win home meet: Oregon was led by multi-event winners in a five-team meet at Landers-Loomis Field. The Hawks accumulated 157 points, well ahead of Mendota (68), Forreston-Polo (59), Indian Creek (23) and AFC (14). Oregon’s 400 relay of Cristina Tranchina, Jadyn Bothe, Lydia Cermak and Erin Schmidt won in 55.84 seconds, while Tranchina, Cermak and Schmidt teamed with Jessica Brink to claim the 800 relay in

Oregon goalkeeper Katelin Pudlas swats away a shot on goal during a March 20 game against Rochelle. Photo by Earleen Hinton

ABOVE: Polo-Forreston’s Brady Webb (center) leads Polo-Forreston’s Evan Kelsey (left) and Oregon’s Calvin Sullivan on the curve of the 200 meter dash at the March 21 meet in Oregon. Webb finished first, Kelsey second, and Sullivan third. BELOW: Polo-Forreston’s Ethan Cain (right) and Oregon’s Andrew Harshman start the 400 meters. Photos by Earleen Hinton 2:01.07. Cermak also won the 200 (28.14) and long jump (14-9 1/2). The Hawks’ 3,200 relay of Lyndi Kenney, Katlyn Ramirez, Lorena Nava-Moyotl, McKenna Tremble won in 12:14.57, while Kenney also placed first in the 800 (2:55.11) and pole vault (7-6). Bothe also won the 100 dash in 13.94 seconds, and Ramirez won the 1,600 in 6:33.71. Cynthia Nyderek took the 300 hurdles (52.13) and triple jump (32-3 1/2), Breanna DeHaan raced to a win in the 400 (1:10.04), and Brenna Noon won the shot put with a top toss of 36-2 1/2 for Oregon. Forreston-Polo’s Peyton Knight cleared 4-8 to win the high jump, while Tabitha Falk took the 3,200 in 15:12.06.

SOCCER & SOFTBALL Oregon 1, Harvard 0: The Hawks picked up their first win of the season on the road against the Hornets on March 22. Katelyn Byerley scored the lone goal, assisted by Hannah Donaldson. Rochelle 2, Oregon 1: Oregon fell to Rochelle 2-1 to Rochelle. The lone Oregon goal was scored by Katelyn Byerley and assisted by Hannah Donaldson. The first goal for Rochelle came off of an own goal in the first half. Pudlas had 15 saves in the

goal. Oregon 5, Galena 1: Katelyn Byerley and Leah Watters had 2 goals and Olivia Lambrigtsen had 1 goal and one assist. Softball Oregon 4, Rockford Lutheran 2: Mia Trampel pitched 7 innings, allowing 4 hits and striking out 9. Sam Bowers had 3 hits followed by Bella Koertner, Lena Trampel, Sam Merrill, and Ella Martin with 2 and Mia Trampel and Riley Crichton with 1 each.

• Friday, March 29, 2019

Forreston-Polo won 14 of 18 events en route to a win at Oregon’s Landers-Loomis Field, finishing with 183 points on March 21. The host Hawks placed second with 122 points. AFC (22), Indian Creek (16) and Mendota (0) rounded out the field. Polo senior Brady Webb won the 100 (11.48), 200 (23.30) and long jump (21-5 1/2), and teamed with Evan Kelsey, Dom Christensen and Jordan Neuschwander to take the 400 relay (44.91). Neuschwander teamed with Bennett Soltow, Parker Wolber and Cailean Davids to win the 800 relay in 1:42.30, and Davids teamed with Logan Albrecht, Ethan Phillips and Cayden Shelton to win the 1,600 relay in 3:48.44. Polo’s Jace Coffey won the 110 hurdles (17.54), shot put (44-4 1/2) and discus (148-8). The Cardinals’ 3,200 relay of Draven Wells, Quincy Williams, Caleb Scott and Ethan Cain clocked in at 10:16.84. Cain (high jump, 5-2), Christensen (pole vault, 10-0), Phillips (triple jump, 38-9 1/2) and Shelton (800, 2:12.17) also won individual events. Oregon’s Andy Harshman won the 1,600 (5:19.29) and 3,200 (11:29.26). Austin Ebert placed first in the 300 hurdles (47.90), and Nathaniel Schone took the 400 (1:00.10). AFC’s Tyler Reyes was second in the 400 (1:05.29).

SPORTS | Oregon Republican Reporter, Mt. Morris Times / oglecountynews.com

Forreston-Polo wins meet; Hawks are second

Ogle County Newspapers / oglecountynews.com • Friday, March 29, 2019

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SCHOOL NEWS

Chana Education Center gets $910 state grant Students will visit the Taft Field Campus The Chana Education Center, Chana, recently was awarded a $910 state grant to fund a field trip to the Lorado Taft Field Campus at Lowden State Park near Oregon. The Chana students will be among the more than 6,500 students who will visit Illinois state parks, natural areas, museums, and other natural resources sites this year to learn about nature and conservation thanks to grant funding through the Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant Program. Illinois Department of Natural

Resources Director Colleen Callahan announced earlier this month that more than $88,000 in donated funds had been awarded for 100 field trip grants. Winners represented 36 counties in the state. “We are pleased to be able to support learning outside the classroom with these grants. This program allows students to visit locations throughout the state to see firsthand what they’ve been learning about in the classroom,” Callahan said. “Our future conservation leaders need the opportunity to experience Illinois’ natural resources in person.” The entire $88,815.13 being awarded for 2019 was made possible by

private donations from the Independence Tube Corporation of Bedford Park, the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Foundation of Skokie, and the D. F. and M. T. Grohne Family Foundation of Wilmington. The donations and funding for the grants are coordinated by the Illinois Conservation Foundation. The Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant Program has now distributed more than $1,190,000 and more than 110,000 students have been provided with the opportunity to take part in a field trip since the program’s inception in 2001. Grant recipients are located throughout Illinois and represent students from pre-kindergarten through high school. The competitive grant program

allows Illinois teachers to apply for funds to take students on a field trip to study Illinois’ biodiversity. Learning activities must directly relate to the school’s curriculum. The annual application deadline is Jan. 31. Funding administered by the ICF covers expenses such as the costs of transportation and substitute teachers. For more information about the Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant Program, contact the IDNR Division of Education at dnr.teachkids@illinois.gov or 217-524-4126. The ICF gladly accepts donations for the Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant Program. Visit www.ilcf. org for more information.

Nathan S. Hamrick, 21, of Dixon, was issued a citation at 10:47 p.m. for unlawful window tint. This violation occurred in the 100 block of North Fourth Street.

possession of cannabis under ten grams. Fenton was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Following a follow-up investigation, Fenton was also charged with possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver. These violations occurred in the 400 block of North Fourth Street.

March 24 Jack T. Weres, 55, of Palatine, was issued a citation at 1:39 p.m. for disobeying a traffic control device. This violation occurred at the intersection of 10th and Webster streets. James E. Hovis, 74, of DeKalb, was issued a citation at 1:51 p.m. for operating a vehicle with an expired registration. This violation occurred in the 1000 block of Jefferson Street. Andre L. Long, 25, of Dixon, was issued a citation at 8:41 p.m. for operating a vehicle with an expired registration. This violation occurred at the intersection of Eighth Street and Pines Road.

OREGON POLICE Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity. March 15 Edward L. Mallek, 31, of Evansville, Wisconsin, was issued a citation at 3:56 p.m. for use of a cell phone while driving. This violation occurred in the 300 block of North Fourth Street. March 16 Nayell F. Rodriguez, 19, of Rock Falls, was issued a citation at 8:22 p.m. for disobeying a traffic control device. This violation occurred at the intersection of Hill and Fourth streets. At 10:02 p.m., police responded to a fight in progress call at 306 Franklin Street, the Franklin Street Pub, resulting in the arrest of Justin S. Regan, 27, of Madison, Wisconsin, and Tiffanie M. Yocum, 34, of Granville, for battery. Both Regan and Yocum were transported to the Ogle County Jail. March 17 Patrick A. McDowell, 39, of Oregon, was arrested at 12:29 a.m. for attempted disorderly conduct. McDowell was transported to the Ogle County Jail. This violation occurred in the 800 block of South Fourth Street. March 18 James A. Porter, 36, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 8:04 p.m. for disobeying a traffic control device. This violation occurred at the intersection of Adams and Fourth streets.

March 19 Cory J. Schroeder, 30, of Mt. Morris, was issued a citation at 9:41 p.m. for unlawful window tint. This violation occurred in the 500 block of West Washington Street. March 20 Savannah C. Wetzell, 23, of Mt. Morris, was arrested at 2:05 a.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Wetzell was also issued state citations for disobeying a traffic control device and failure to signal, as well as a civil citation for possession of drug paraphernalia. Wetzell was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred in the 300 block of Madison Street. At 4:26 a.m., police investigated a car vs deer traffic crash in the 800 block of North Illinois 2 involving a 2005 Volkswagen belonging to Jennifer A. Alaniz, 41, of Oregon. No citations were issued. March 22 Ryan A. Fenton, 31, of Oregon, was arrested at 7:39 p.m. for child endangerment, reckless driving, driving while license revoked, and fleeing to elude. Fenton was also issued citations for operating a vehicle with a suspended registration, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and a civil citation for

March 23 At 5:23 p.m., police investigated a traffic crash that took place in the South Third Street municipal parking lot where at some point prior to 4:35 p.m., an unknown vehicle struck a 2014 Buick belonging to Pamela Pottorff, 51, of Mt. Morris. Anyone having any information regarding this incident, please contact the Oregon Police Department at 815732-2162. At 8:57 p.m., police investigated a hit and run where a vehicle struck a dumpster belonging to Moring Disposal of Forreston in the 300 block of North Fifth Street resulting in the arrest of Garrett M. Thomas, 28, Oregon, for driving while under the influence of alcohol, and driving while under the influence of alcohol with a blood alcohol content greater than .08%. Thomas was also issued citations for improper lane usage and failure to give information after striking an unattended vehicle or other property. Thomas was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred in the 500 block of North Fifth Street.

Ten parking tickets and nine verbal/ written warnings were issued March 18-24.

Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. General calls for service through dispatch during the week of March 18-24 Checking a Subject/Vehicle............ 7 Citizen Complaints......................... 10 Juvenile Complaint............................1 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem......... 5 Assist EMS / Other Department....4 Lockout Vehicle/Building................4 Alarm Response / Open Door or Window................................ 3 911 Hang-up / Open Line.................4 Traffic Stops....................................28

OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF iwola Lawal-Obelawo, 40, of Mundelein, was transported by Forreston EMS to FHN Hospital, Freeport, for treatment for minor injuries. Akins was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Both vehicles were removed from the scene by Haldane Towing.

Christian R. Kettwich, 24, Davis Junction, theft, preliminary hearing April 10. Leeann Komadina, 44, Monroe Center, aggravated battery, no court date given. Benjamin A. Miller, 38, Leaf River, domestic battery, no court date given. Rebekah D. Parker, 35, Rockford, computer fraud, pretrial conference April 8. Jamie D. Pentecost, 21, Holcomb, aggravated battery, bond forfeiture hearing April 29.

Joshua M. Wilson, 20, Oglesby, unlawful delivery of cannabis, pretrial conference April 8. Vincent Swope, 49, Rochelle, predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, pretrial conference May 23. Matthew Verkuilen, 27, Rockford, Burglary, Poss of Stolen Motor Vehicle, preliminary hearing April 24. Elizabeth Nielsen, 33, Ashton, aggravated battery, attempted robbery,

unlawful restraint, domestic battery, interfering with the reporting of domestic violence, preliminary hearing April 3.

the Ogle County Jail where they were held in lieu of bond.

March 19 Matthew Capella, 31, of Springfield, was arrested for driving while license suspended and no valid drivers license after a traffic stop at 10:23 p.m. near the intersection of Illinois 2 and Patricia Drive, south of Byron. He was also cited for operating an uninsured motor vehicle and improper display of registration. A passenger in the vehicle, Amy Shea, 25 of Ashlund, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. Both Capella and Shea were transported to

March 24 Shelly Nelson, 45, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while under the influence of alcohol. She posted the $10,000 (10% bond) and is scheduled to appear in court on April 12.

STATE’S ATTORNEY Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric D. Morrow reports the following court activity. March 22 David S. Coil, 31, Rochelle, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, status hearing May 3. Jessica M. Erdman, 41, Davis Junction, possession of a controlled substance, status hearing May 3.

Leonard Smith, 45, Rockford, murder, aggravated domestic battery, aggravated battery, pretrial conference April 5.

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March 20 Glyde Wilson Jr., 40 of Rochelle, was arrested and charged with possession of controlled substance, driving under the influence, and possession of cannabis, 10-30 grams after deputies respond at 10:45 p.m. to a one-vehicle crash in the 7,000 block of East Grist Mill Road. Wilson also received citations for improper lane usage, failure to reduce speed, and driving on the shoulder. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

March 23 Leslie Nicolosi, 63, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. She was released on a $1,000 recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on March 29. Deputies responded to a two-vehicle crash at 1:30 p.m. in the 9,000 block of West Town Line Road. Matthew Akins, 19, of Leaf River, told investigators he had observed a vehicle in the oncoming lane and attempted to avoid it, but the vehicle collided with his. The driver of the second vehicle, Olay-

Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following arrests.

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

The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and city, village, or township of the property. March 15 Bradley J. Weller, as successor trustee of JFW Trust No. 1, trustee’s deed to Michael A. Reynolds, Oregon Trail Road, Pine Creek Township. Ricardo E. Navarro, quit claim deed in trust to Eleanor Kane, as trustee for Trust Number 2005, 104 E. Pacific Ave., Davis Junction.

OBITUARIES JAMES P. FALLON James Patrick “Doc Jim” Fallon, 79, of Oregon, died on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at KSB Hospital, Dixon,after a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia. He was born on Oct. 21, 1939 in Keokuk, Iowa. He was a graduate of DeVry Institute, Chicago, a U.S. Army veteran serving as a communications specialist and first sergeant at Giessen Army Depot near Frankfurt, Germany, and a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic. He married Gloria Bain on June 22, 1968 After a career with Midwestern and Atlantic Bell systems he returned to college, eventually settled in Oregon where he practiced chiropractics from 1986 to 1998. After his first retirement, he taught

RONALD E. KAIN SR. Ronald E. Kain, Sr., 76, of Mt. Morris, died on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Swedish American Hospital, Rockford. He was born on Aug. 30, 1942 in Kokomo, Indiana, the son of Robert L. and Virginia Mae (Harris) Kain. Ron married Maureen A. Brescia on Nov. 22, 1974 in Morrison. He served his country in the U. S. Air Force.

March 19 Errett Warehousing LLC Series One, warranty deed to MSPM Investments LLC, 201 Powers Rd., Flagg Township, $90,000. John A. Voiles and Danay C. Voiles, warranty deed to Clinton Frederickson and Kristen Frederickson, 8547 N. Hedge Rd., Byron Township, $391,000. Fannie Mae, also known as Federal National Mortgage Association, warranty deed to Matthew Wrage and Tara Wrage, 102 South St., Monroe Center, $175,000. Regions Bank, trustee’s deed to Jodi Horner, 310 W. North St., Polo, $10,000. Robert T. Baatz, Christopher E. Baatz, and Andrew T. Baatz, warranty deed to Joshua W. Franks and Maggie M. O’Malley Franks, Water and Hedge Roads,

Byron Township, $170,000. Jordan Kingsbury as trustee of the Bernard R. Kingsbury Trust No. 97, trustee’s deed to Roger W. Hayenga as trustee of the Hayenga Family GST Trust No. 1, 155 N. Skare Rd., White Rock Township, $916,500. Douglas L. Brandt and Tracy R. Brandy, warranty deed in trust to Robin A. Minnis, trustee of the Robin A. Minnis Trust, 607 N. Sixth St., Oregon, $66,000. Adeline M. Hanson, warranty deed to James W. Smagacz, 900 Madison St., Oregon, $103,000. John O. Skow, warranty deed to Kelly E. Smith and Roxie A. Smith, 3515 E. Oak Grove Rd., Byron Township, $149,000. Ogle County Sheriff and Edward Bracken and Lisa Bracken, sheriff’s deed

Brent Stukenberg as executor of the estate of Eugene A. Stukenberg, deceased, executor’s deed to Brian T. Lawson, 402 N. Walnut Ave., Forreston, $74,900.

students in clinical practice at his alma mater, Palmer College of Chiropractic. He also attained post-graduate diplomate certification in chiropractic pediatrics and provided care to many children (the youngest being two days old). He was a member and past president of Oregon Rotary Club, a member of Knights of Columbus, a member and past president of the Illinois Prairie State Chiropractic Association, and member of the International Chiropractic Association. He took great joy and pride in mentoring new practitioners and serving the health care needs of his community. His chiropractic practice served patients of all ages and included five

generations of families. Doc was an avid runner, having developed this passion in his 50s, and ran the Bix 7 three years in a row — with quite credible times. He also enjoyed gardening, and was well known for being able to bring a laugh to everyone he met. He is survived by his wife, Gloria, of Oregon; daughter, Keelie, of Chicago; sister, Colleen and brother-law Gerry, of Rock Island; and many beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, brothers- and sisters-in-law, and friends who have been “adopted” as family members, many more than we have room to mention. Especially important to his family are Jill Johnson, who worked with him at

the satellite clinic in Ashton, and niece and Keelie’s godmother, Heidi Collins — both like daughters and sister to his family, as well as Pinecrest Terrace manager, Michelle Brown and her “band of angels,” who treated Jim with respect and love. He was preceded in death by his parents, Florence and Robert; brother, Michael; and sister, Barbara. A memorial mass was held on March 23 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Oregon. A private burial will be held at a later time at Rock Island National Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, Pinecrest Terrace, Palmer College of Chiropractic, and St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Visit www.farrellhollandgale.com to leave a condolence.

Ron worked many years for both Wood Brothers and Etnyre Companies in Oregon. He loved to fish, hunt, camp, and doing anything where he could be outside. He was an avid Chicago Bears fan, Dale Earnhardt Sr., and Jr. fan, but most of all he was a great father and great grandfather. He is survived by his children, Michele

Coleman, of New Jersey, Daren Kain, of New Jersey, Sheila (Michael) Cox, of Mt. Morris, Christopher (Natalee) Kain, of New Jersey, and Ron (Theresa) Kain, Jr., of Leaf River; brother, Robert (Kathy) Kain, of Forreston; sister, Sue Kain-Baker; grandchildren, Joe Kielsmeier, Jr., Stephen Kain, Brendan Coleman, Josh Bicknese, Breanna Kain, and Rebecca Kain; great-grandchildren

Novalee, Gage, Paisley, and other baby on the way. He was predeceased by his parents and wife, Maureen. Funeral service was held on March 27 at Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, 110 S. Seventh St., Oregon, with the Pastor David Rogula officiating. Burial was at North Grove Evangelical Cemetery near Leaf River. A memorial fund has been established for the Mt. Morris Fire Department.

to JP Morgan Chase Bank, 15917 W. Harper Rd., Forreston Township. March 20 Janice I. Knox as trustee of the Janice I Knox Trust, trustee’s deed to Amanda M. Brigl, 401 W. Grant St., Stillman Valley, $87,500. March 21 Jack D. Keyser as trustee of the Norma J.L. Keyser Trust, trustee’s deed to Eric Keyser and Karla Keyser Dell, 905 Monoghela Drive, Taylor Township.

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PUBLIC VOICE Dear Editor, We hope our community will join us in voting yes to both questions on the ballot asking for increased tax revenue for Emergency Medical Service (EMS) and Fire Protection Service. We have personally needed their response to emergency situations and were very impressed and grateful for their quick, efficient and professional manner. It is so easy to take for granted they are there, but should you need them, their arrival is a beautiful sight. Let’s show our support to help them meet their continuing efforts! Thank you, David and Mary Jane Warkins Mt. Morris

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Teacher urges community to donate to loan repayment fund Dear Editor, I love teaching in the Oregon School District, and I know I’m not alone. However, I am part of a dwindling number of people in Illinois going into teaching as a profession. Illinois suffers from a teacher shortage and its doubly difficult to attract qualified teachers to smaller, more rural districts no matter how great our community and students truly are. According to the Illinois Association of

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Regional Superintendent of Schools, 85 percent of districts in the state of Illinois identify a major or minor problem with teacher shortages. More than 1,000 positions per year are filled by unqualified professionals, and sometimes classes are even canceled because of the shortage. We’ve been fortunate to not have to do that in the Oregon School District, but we’ve also taken steps to cultivate a positive culture in our schools, educating 1,500 students each year with high learning standards in a safe and welcoming environment. We provide a rigorous curriculum, AP courses, high-quality fine arts programs and championship athletics and facilities. But is it enough to attract qualified teachers to our district? We want to offer more. That’s why we developed the Teacher Loan Payoff Program, an innovative initiative aimed at awarding up to $20,000 each year to qualifying Oregon district teachers to pay off their student loan debt. Teachers who have been with the district for five or more years are eligible to receive up to $5,000 each to pay off their student loans. The program is in its first year, and it wouldn’t be possible without valuable support from our community. Three local companies and community donors have already made sizable donations totaling nearly $8,000, including F.N. Smith Corporation, Central Bank, and Harvard Bank. If the community raises $10,000, a local foundation will match that amount, totaling $20,000 to be awarded to Oregon teachers. With the community’s help, we can raise the $2,000 additional dollars needed to bring the community’s contribution to $10,000 and triggering the

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foundation’s matching $10,000. Donations are tax-deductible. Those interested in making a donation may do so via the OCUSD website or by mailing a check. Cash donations can also be hand-delivered to the district office. Make donations online at http:// ocusd.net/index.php/donations, or mail a check made out to the Oregon School Foundation to the following address: Oregon School Foundation, PO Box 85, Oregon, IL 61061 John Zuber English Teacher Oregon High School

LR Legion Post celebrates centennial Dear Editor, Jerry Wickam American Legion Post 1148 thanks all who came to our party on St. Pat’s Day to celebrate the founding of the American Legion in 1919. Every one enjoyed good food and camaraderie. Be sure to mark your calendar for our bicentennial party. Post 1148 is now at 100 percent membership, and recently, two more vets signed up to become members of our post. Paul C. Detmer Leaf River

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Dear Editor, It seems like every day brings new problems for our country. We wonder what is going on. Some say our country is going to “hell in a handbasket” whatever that is. That may be true, but not in our area. About two years ago, at the Polo Veteran Day program at Centennial School, I mentioned that I was never more proud to be from Polo in regard to the benefits of Scott Powell and Terry Naylon. What great support from our community – no handbasket there. This time it’s for Kate Marschang and it is our whole rural area. Kate, a junior at Polo Community High School, is the 16-year-old daughter of Ray and Rebecca Marschang. In late November, Kate was diagnosed with small cell ovarian cancer, a

rare and aggressive cancer that mainly affects young women. The benefit will help ease the financial strain so Ray and Rebecca can focus on Kate and her recovery. A fundraiser is planned for Kate from 2 to 8 p.m. March 30 at Barnacopia, 2570 N. West Branch Rd. near Polo. Many schools in our area have fundraisers for her. People have won 50/50 drawings and donated the money back. One of Mike and Dee Mumford’s sons won the Chuck a Duck toss at a Polo basketball game. He asked his parents if he could donate it back and they said yes. No handbaskets there. There was even a donation jar at the Shell station in Grand Detour. Again no handbasket. There was a bake sale at Country Companies in Polo. A lot of goodies, but I didn’t see a handbasket. OK, maybe I’m wearing the handbasket thing out, but hopefully, you get my meaning – our entire area gets it. We help people when they need it. Hope to see you at Barnacopia March 30 for Kate’s benefit. Ron Bardell Polo

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TAKING BIDS FOR 2019 LAWN MOWING SEASON Location: CHANA FIRE STATION5995 Honey Creek Rd. Lawn to be mowed once weekly duringmowing season, approximately May thru October as needed. Lawn mowing willinclude trimming of areas if needed. Contractor will furnish all mowing and trimming equipment. Copy of Contractor’s current Liability Insurance coverage must be provided. Bids shall include the cost per mowing. Please send your Bid Proposal including Proof of Insurance and the Cost Per Mowing to: Oregon Fire Protection District 106 S. First Street, Oregon, IL. 61061 Bids must be received prior to April 05, 2019 March 22, 29, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS HSBC Bank USA, National Association as trustee for Deutsche Mortgage Securities Inc. Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-4 PLAINTIFF Vs. Jana L. Bricker; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2018CH80 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/14/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on April 26, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 1 IN BLOCK 8, IN THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RE-SURVEY OF SAID BLOCK 8, MADE MAY 26, 1937 AND RECORDED IN BOOK E OF PLATS PAGE 108 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF SAID COUNTY; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 08-27-405-008 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 301 W. Main Street Mount Morris, IL 61054 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-08510. I3114830 March 15,22,29, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP. PLAINTIFF, -vsJARROD HENNIS A/K/A JARROD R. HENNIS; CHRIS HUMMEL A/K/A CHRIS M. HUMMEL; OSF HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, AN ILLINOIS NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, OWNER AND OPERATOR OF SAINT ANTHONY MEDICAL CENTER; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS DEFENDANTS 18 CH 74 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on February 1, 2019; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on May 3, 2019 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 20, IN TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 20, THENCE SOUTH ON AND ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 180.00 FEET, THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION, 297.00 FEET, THENCE NORTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION, 180.00 FEET TO SAID NORTH LINE OF SECTION 20, AND THENCE EAST ON AND ALONG LAST NAMED LINE 297.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9984 North Pecatonica Road, Leaf River, IL 61047 Permanent Index No.: 04-20-200-004 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. The judgment amount was $128,828.72. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I3116248 March 29, April 5,12, 2019

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON ROAD DISTRICT BUDGET

Notice is hereby given that a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for Road Purposes of the Pine Rock Township, in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2019, and ending March 31, 2020, will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at Pine Rock Township Hall, 210 West Street, Chana, Ill. from and after 7 o'clock p.m., 9th day of April 2019. Notice is further given hereby that a public hearing on said budget and appropriation Ordinance will be held at 7 o'clock p.m., 14th day, May 2019, at Pine Rock Twp. Hall in the Pine Rock Township and that final hearing and action on this ordinance will be taken at a meeting to be held at Pine Rock Twp. Hall at 7 o'clock p.m., 14th day, May 2019. Clerk Carol Eckerd

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON TOWNSHIP BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the town of Pine Rock, in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2019, and ending March 31, 2020, will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at Pine Rock Township Hall, 210 West Street, Chana, Ill. from and after 7 o'clock p.m., 9th day of April 2019. Notice is further given hereby that a public hearing on said budget and appropriation Ordinance will be held at 7 o'clock p.m., 14th day, May 2019, at Pine Rock Twp. Hall in the Pine Rock Township and that final hearing and action on this ordinance will be taken at a meeting to be held at Pine Rock Township Hall at 7 o'clock p.m., 14th day, May 2019. Clerk Carol Eckerd

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ANNUAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN To the legal voters, residents of the Town of Pine Rock in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois that the Annual Town Meeting of said Town will take place on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 being the second Tuesday of said month at the hour of 7 o'clock P.M. at the Pine Rock Township Hall 210 West Street Chana, Illinois For the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said town; and after a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider reports of officers, and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting; and especially to consider the following: 1) Approval of 2018 meeting minutes 2) Approval of Funds balances 3) Setting Moderator's salary for 2020 4) Setting date, place and time for 2020 Annual Meeting 5) Vote on county services provided to Township residents 6) Other business as brought before the meeting 7) Transfer funds from Town Fund to Road and Bridge Fund in an amount not to exceed $15,000 to complete seal coating of Rasmussen Rd. from Rocky Hollow to Pine Rock Town Clerk Carol Eckerd

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Ditech Financial LLC f/k/a Green Tree Servicing LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Harry E. Snyder; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2018CH91 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 02/01/2019, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on May 3, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PART OF LOT ONE (1), BLOCK A, ROCK RIVER TERRACE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE CENTERLINE OF S.A. ROUTE NO. 33 (RIVER ROAD), 204.10 FEET NORTHEASTERLY (AS MEASURED ON SAID CENTERLINE) FROM THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF THE EASTERLY LINE OF BLOCK FIVE (5) IN SAID ROCK RIVER TERRACE AS EXTENDED NORTHWESTERLY; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE SAID NORTHWESTERLY EXTENSION AND EASTERLY LINE OF BLOCK FIVE (5), 296.90 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTHERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE, BEING 30 FEET NORTHERLY OF AND PERPENDICULARLY DISTANT FROM THE NORTH LINE OF LOT ELEVEN (11), BLOCK ONE (1) IN SAID ROCK RIVER TERRACE; THENCE EASTERLY ON THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID PARK DRIVE AND PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHERLY LINE OF LOTS ELEVEN (11), TWELVE (12), THIRTEEN (13), FOURTEEN (14) AND FIFTEEN (15) IN SAID BLOCK ONE (1), 237.0 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT TEN (10), IN SAID BLOCK ONE (1); THENCE NORTHERLY ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT TEN (10), 110.0 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE EASTERLY ON THE NORTH LINE OF LOTS TEN (10), NINE (9), EIGHT (8), SEVEN (7), SIX (6), FIVE (5), FOUR (4), THREE (3), TWO (2) AND ONE (1) IN SAID BLOCK ONE (1), 600.0 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT ONE (1); THENCE SOUTHERLY ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT ONE (1), 110.0 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER THEREOF, ALSO BEING A POINT ON THE SAID NORTHERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE; THENCE EASTERLY ON THE SAID NORTHERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE, 60 FEET TO THE POINT OF INTERSECTION WITH THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID PARK DRIVE; THENCE NORTHERLY ON THE SAID WESTERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE, 187.46 FEET TO AN ANGLE POINT IN SAID STREET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ON SAID WESTERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE BEING PARALLEL WITH AND 30 FEET NORMALLY DISTANT AND WESTERLY FROM THE WESTERLY LINE OF LOTS ONE (1) THRU THIRTEEN (13), BLOCK TWO (2) IN SAID ROCK RIVER TERRACE, 91.9 FEET TO A POINT, 453.12 FEET SOUTHEASTERLY OF (AS MEASURED ON SAID WESTERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE) THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 17, IN SAID BLOCK TWO (2); THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY PERPENDICULAR TO THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 110.0 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE SAID WESTERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE, 423.12 FEET TO A POINT 30 FEET SOUTHEASTERLY OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT SEVENTEEN (17); THENCE NORTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT SEVENTEEN (17), 110.0 FEET TO THE SAID WESTERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE, THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ON THE SAID WESTERLY LINE, 30 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT SEVENTEEN (17); THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ON THE SAID SOUTH LINE AND THE EXTENSION THEREOF, 230.0 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERLY LINE OF LOTS SEVENTEEN (17), SIXTEEN (16) AND FIFTEEN (15) IN SAID BLOCK TWO (2) AND AN EXTENSION THEREOF, 173.66 FEET TO THE SAID CENTERLINE OF S.A. ROUTE NO. 33; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ON THE SAID CENTERLINE, 621.99 FEET TO THE SAID POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM PART OF LOT ONE (1), BLOCK A, ROCK RIVER TERRACE BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT SEVENTEEN (17), BLOCK TWO (2) IN SAID ROCK RIVER TERRACE; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ON THE SOUTHWESTERLY EXTENSION OF THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT SEVENTEEN (17), 120.0 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERLY LINE OF LOTS SEVENTEEN (17), SIXTEEN (16) AND FIFTEEN (15) IN SAID BLOCK TWO (2) AND AN EXTENSION THEREOF, 173.64 FEET TO THE CENTERLINE OF S.A. ROUTE NO. 33 (RIVER ROAD) TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE TRACT BEING DESCRIBED; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ON THE LAST DESCRIBED LINE, 173.64 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ON THE SAID SOUTHWESTERLY EXTENSION OF THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT SEVENTEEN (17), 151.0 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY AT AN ANGLE OF 171 DEGREES 30' MEASURED COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 149.0 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY AT AN ANGLE OF 151 DEGREES 30' MEASURED COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 134.62 FEET TO THE SAID CENTERLINE OF S.A. ROUTE NO. 33; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ON THE SAID CENTERLINE 412.14 FEET TO THE SAID POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. ALSO EXCEPTING PART OF LOT ONE (1), IN BLOCK A IN ROCK RIVER TERRACE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT SEVENTEEN (17) IN BLOCK TWO (2) OF SAID ROCK RIVER TERRACE; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ON THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT SEVENTEEN (17), 110.0 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ON THE SOUTHEASTERLY EXTENSION OF THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT SEVENTEEN (17), 30.0 FEET; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT SEVENTEEN (17), 110.0 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE IN SAID ROCK RIVER TERRACE; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ON SAID SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF PARK DRIVE, 30.0 FEET TO THE SAID POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 09-11-176-018 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 300 E North Park Drive Byron, IL 61010 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-12356. I3115485 March 22, 29 & April 5, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Harriet I. Markham; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2018CH54 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 02/01/2019, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on May 3, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 33; THENCE SOUTHERLY ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 33, 546.44 FEET TO A POINT ON THE CENTERLINE OF A PUBLIC ROAD DESIGNATED KISHWSUKEE ROAD; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ON THE SAID CENTERLINE AT AN ANGLE OF 137 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 00 SECONDS MEASURED COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM THE SAID EAST LINE OF SECTION 33, 594.42 FEET, THENCE NORTHWESTERLY AT AN ANGLE OF 111 DEGREES 10 MINUTES 00 SECONDS MEASURED COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 243.25 FEET TO A POINT ON THE CENTERLINE OF A PUBLIC ROAD DESIGNATED HALES CORNER ROAD; THENCE WESTERLY ON SAID CENTERLINE AT AN ANGLE OF 160 DEGREES 45 MINUTES 00 SECONDS MEASURED CLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 795.96 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 342 ON PAGE 22 IN THE OGLE COUNTY RECORDER'S OFFICE, OREGON, ILLINOIS, SAID CORNER BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE TRACT BEING DESCRIBED; THENCE NORTHERLY ON THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN BOOK 342 ON PAGE 22, AT AN ANGLE OF 88 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 00 SECONDS MEASURED COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 338.25 FEET MORE OF LESS TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER ON THE MOST EASTERLY LINE OF THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN BOOK 1994 ON PAGE 0888 IN THE SAID OGLE COUNTY RECORDER'S OFFICE; THENCE WESTERLY ON THE BOUNDARY OF SAID PROPERTY RECORDED IN BOOK 1994 ON PAGE 0888 AT AN ANGLE OF 87 DEGREES 38 MINUTES 31 SECOND MEASURED CLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 277.49 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN BOOK 266 OF DEEDS ON PAGE 382 IN THE SAID RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY; THENCE SOUTHERLY AN ANGLE OF 90 DEGREES 04 MINUTES 10 SECONDS MEASURED CLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, 333.30 FEET MORE OR LESS TO A POINT ON THE SAID CENTERLINE OF HALES CORNER, SAID POINT BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE PREMISES CONVEYED IN BOOK 266 OF DEEDS ON PAGE 382 IN THE SAID RECORDERS OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY; THENCE EASTERLY ON THE SAID CENTERLINE OF HALES CORNER ROAD, 264 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE SAID POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 05-33-200-004 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5778 N Hales Corner Rd Stillman Valley, IL 61084 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-05362. I3115486 March 22, 29 & April 5 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON ILLINOIS Freedom Mortgage Corporation Plaintiff, vs. John P. Macpartland; State Street Bank and Trust Defendants. Case No. 2018CH30 610 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 Judge John C. Redington NEW TODAY NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and PNC, INC. Sale entered in the above entitled cause on November 9, 2018, Brian E. VanVickle will on May 3, 2019, at the hour of 10:00AM at the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, AdAccepting ministration Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidApplications der for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:Lot Seven (7) in Block for All Shifts. Two (2) in Earl Cleveland Subdivision No. 2 in the City of Rochelle, being a part of the --East 1/2 of Section 25 in Township 40 North, Range 1 East of the 3rd P.M., accordApply online at ing to the plat thereof recorded in Book H of Plats, Page 73 in the Recorder's Office of Ogle County, Illinois, situated in Ogle County, State of Illinois.Commonly known as www. 610 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068Parcel Number(s): 24-25-253-005The real pncinc.com estate is improved with a Single Family Residence.Sale terms: Bidders must present, or in person at at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid 117 E. Mason, amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar Polo, IL funds. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to qualiEOE ty 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 will NOT be open for inspection.If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the PT Farm Truck foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal Driver Needed or fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).For FT Position Avail. information call Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker, Flexible hours. Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60601. Phone number: 312-651-6700. Attorney file number: Experience req. 18-005913. 815-499-0463. Alan S. Kaufman MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff CHILD CARE 512 One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 Telephone: 312-651-6700 NO INDIVIDUAL, Fax: 614-220-5613 unless licensed or Attorney. No.: 6289893 holding a permit as Email: StateEFiling@manleydeas.com a childcare facility, march 29, April 5,12, 2019 may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care LEGAL NOTICES 101 LEGAL NOTICES 101 LEGAL NOTICES 101 LEGAL NOTICES 101 service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operatSTATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH ing under a permit JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY issued by the Illinois Department of NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD Children and Fami- Plaintiff ly Services may VS publish advertise- ROSE G. ADRIAN A/K/A ROSE ADRIAN, ments of the ser- J.F. HECKINGER LLC, UNKNOWN vices for which it is OTHERS,NONRECORD CLAIMAINTS and li- UNKNOWN TENANTS specifically censed or issued a Defendants. CASE NO. 2019 CH 9 permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE urges any parent or THE REQUISITE Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to guardian to verify Unknown Others, Nonrecord Claimants and Unknown Tenants, Defendants in the the validity of the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of license of any facil- the 15th Judicial Circuit, Ogle County, Illinois, against you praying for a foreclosure of ity before placing a a mortgage upon the following property: child in it's care. Lot Thirty-Three (33) in Mariman Woods Subdivision No. 2, located in the Northwest *Family homes that Quarter (1/4) of Section 19 in Township 40 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal care for no more Meridian, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Book J of Plats on Page 5 in the than three (3) chil- Office of the County Recorder, Ogle County, Illinois, situated in the Township of 12-19-201-010 dren under the age Monroe, County of Ogle and State of Illinois. P.I.N. Number: of twelve or which Commonly known as: 5796 Fair Oaks Drive Davis Junction, Illinois 61020 receive only chil- And for other relief, that the action was filed on or about January 28, 2019. That dren from a single Summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and household, for less that the said suit is still pending. The record titleholder of the real estate is Rose G. than 24 hours per Adrian. An identification of the mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: Mortgagor -Rose G. Adrian. day, are exempt Mortgagee - Northwest Bank of Rockford from licensure as Date of Mortgage- August 18, 2006 day care homes. The three children Date of Recording - August 28, 2006 County of Recording - Ogle to whom this exRecording Document -0608981 emption applies includes the family's NOW THEREFORE, unless you, Unknown Others, Non Record Claimants and Unnatural or adopted known Tenants, the said Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint in said suit or children and any otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court of the 15h Judicial other persons un- Circuit, Ogle County, 106 S. Fifth Street in the City of Oregon, State of Illinois on or der the age of 12 before April 30, 2019 default may be entered against you at any time after that date whether related or and a judgment may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint. unrelated to the Dated at Rockford, IL on the 12th day of March, 2019. Kimberly A. Stahl operator of the day Clerk of the Circuit Court care home. (DCFS Ogle County, Illinois Rule, Part 377.3 March 22,29, April 5, 2019 (c))

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GRASS MOWING BID REQUEST The United Lost Lake Property Owners Association is soliciting sealed bids for community grounds mowing (excluding roadside) and other light landscaping work for the 2019 season. Bid specification packets can be picked up at the ULLPOA office located at 903 Missouri Drive, Dixon, IL. 61021 on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays from 9am-5pm. All bids must be received by 5pm on Monday, April 15, 2019. The ULLPOA will judge all bids without bias but reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids and will accept the bid determined to be in the best interest of the community. March 15,22,29, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP. PLAINTIFF, -vsJARROD HENNIS A/K/A JARROD R. HENNIS; CHRIS HUMMEL A/K/A CHRIS M. HUMMEL; OSF HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, AN ILLINOIS NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, OWNER AND OPERATOR OF SAINT ANTHONY MEDICAL CENTER; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS DEFENDANTS 18 CH 74 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on February 1, 2019; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on May 3, 2019 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 9984 North Pecatonica Road, Leaf River, IL 61047 Permanent Index No.: 04-20-200-004 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. The judgment amount was $128,828.72. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I3116248 March 29, April 5,12, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS GERMAN-AMERICAN STATE BANK Plaintiff VS MAX E. PERRIN, KATHY J. PERRIN, UNKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. NO. 201 9-CH-19 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Notice is given to Defendants, MAX E. PERRIN, KATHY J. PERRIN, UNKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS, and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS of the following described real estate: Lot Four (4) and the North Half (1/2) of Lot Five (5) in Block Six (6) in the Village of Monroe (now known as Monroe Center) in Ogle County, Illinois. Situated in Ogle County and the State of Illinois. The undersigned certifies that the above entitled mortgage foreclosure action was filed on February 28, 2019, and is now pending. 1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the case number are identified above. 2. The court in which said action was brought is identified above. 3. The name of the title holders of record are Max E. Perrin and Kathy J. Perrin. 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Lot Four (4) and the North Half (112) of Lot Five (5) in Block Six (6) in the Village of Monroe (now known as Monroe Center) in Ogle County, Illinois. Situated in Ogle County and the State of Illinois. 5. Common address or description of the location of real estate is as follows:105 Pacific Street, Monroe Center, Illinois. 6. A. Name of Mortgagor: Max E. Perrin and Kathy J. Perrin B. Name of Mortgagee: German-American State Bank C. Date of Mortgage: August 8, 2014 D. Date of Recording: August 18, 2014 E. County where Recorded: Ogle F. Recording Document Identification: #201404549 UNLESS you file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the office of the Circuit Clerk of this County on or before April 10. 2019, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. This Notice prepared by: STEPHEN S. SCHMELZLE Attorney for Plaintiff 208 W. Stephenson Street, Suite 201 Freeport, IL 61032 (815)235-1188 March 22,29, April 5, 2019

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: TIMOTHY GROSSNICKLE, Deceased. No. 2019P18 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Timothy Grossnickle. Letters of office were issued on March 6, 2019 to David Grossnickle,105 S. Division Avenue, Polo, Illinois 61064, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, IL 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office if the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both, within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after is has been filed. Dated this 8th day of March, 2019 David Grossnickle, Independent Executor For the Estate of Timothy Grossnickle, Jr.,Deceased. Kim D. Krahenbuhl Williams McCarthyLLP P.O. Box 339 Oregon IL. 61061 (815) 732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com March 15,22,29, 2019

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LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC INSPECTION OF TENTATIVE BUDGETAND PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the proposed budget for the Village of Forreston for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2019 and ending April 30, 2020 is available for public inspection at the Forreston Village Hall, 102 S. Walnut Avenue, Forreston, Illinois beginning, April 1, 2019 during normal business hours. Further notice is hereby given that a public hearing on said tentative budget will be held on Monday, April 15th, 2019 at 7:00 PM at Forreston Village Hall, 102 S. Walnut Avenue, Forreston, Illinois at which time all persons will be heard thereon. March 29, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS HSBC Bank USA, National Association as trustee for Deutsche Mortgage Securities Inc. Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-4 PLAINTIFF Vs. Jana L. Bricker; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2018CH80 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/14/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on April 26, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-27-405-008 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 301 W. Main Street Mount Morris, IL 61054 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-08510. I3114830 March 15,22,29, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS UNION SAVINGS BANK Plaintiff Vs. BRUCE E. DENTON, KELLYN C DENTON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY UNKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant. NO. 2018-CH-78 PUBLIC NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of the decree entered in this Court in the above-entitled cause on the 11th day of January, 2019, I, Brian E. VanVickle, Sheriff of Ogle County, or such other deputy as may be sifting in his stead, shall sell at public venue to the highest and best bidder, the following described lands and premises described in said decree, or so much thereof as may be necessary to realize the amount due to satisfy said decree, upon the following terms and conditions: A. The name, address, and telephone of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Richard Wolfe, Union Savings Bank, 223 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032, (815) 235-0800. B. The common address of said property is: 4 Hannah, Mt. Morris, IL 61054 C. The legal description of the property is: Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section Twenty-seven (27), Township Twenty-four (24) North, Range Nine (9) East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of Block 2 of Amick's Addition to the Village of Mt. Morris extended Westerly, and 264 feet West of the East line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section; thence continuing West, 201.1 feet to a point; thence South, parallel with the East line of said Southwest Quarter, 136 feet to a point; thence East, parallel with the first described course, 201.1 feet to a point; thence North, 136 feet to the place of beginning; situated in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois. D. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: Single family residence. E. The time and place of sale are: April 26 , 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ogle County Sheriffs Office, 202 S. ist Street, Oregon, IL 61061. F. The terms of the sale are: 100% cash or certified funds at time of sale Plaintiff assumes no responsibility for title expenses or closing costs. G. Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, and subject to special assessments, if any, and easements and restrictions of record. H. If the sale is set aside for any purpose, the purchaser at the time of sale shall be entitled only to a return on the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the mortgagor, the mortgagee or the mortgagee's attorney. I. If the sale is set aside for any purpose, the purchaser at the time of sale shall be entitled only to a return on the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the mortgagor, the mortgagee or the mortgagee's attorney. This Notice prepared by: Stephen S. Schmelzle Attorney for Plaintiff 208 W. Stephenson Street, Suite 201 Freeport, IL 61032(815) 235-1188 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. March 22,29, April 5, 2019

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Note - This listing is as of March 19, 2019. Consignments may be brought to the auction sight:March 28,29,30,April between the hours of 8 am & 6 pm (gates 2x =1,2,3,4 $154.40 locked). Gates will be open on Friday, April 5 for viewing only (weather permitting). No items accepted April 5 or sale day! All items below have been consigned, Public Auction Service and employees assume that all items will be there on sale day in the condition described. However, if not, we assume no responsibility. Partial listing! Sale Order - 8:30 am - Rack items. A second ring at 8:45 am with miscellaneous items. A third ring with machinery at 9:00 am. The lawn & garden & 4 wheelers will be sold at approx 12:00 pm and vehicles will be sold at approx 2:00 pm. A fourth ring will be run if necessary Tractors - Skid Loaders - Etc - JD tractors: 3020 gas, 4230, 60, 50 2210 compact; IH tractors: 484 w/German D, 706 gas; Case-IH tractors: 7130 FWA; 580 Super E backhoe, 850 ldr/dozer,; Ford- NH tractors: 9280 4WD bareback; AC CA, SC; Mahindra eMax 22HST; MH 44 gas; Deutz 6250 FWA; Oliver 77; Bobcat F220 skid ldr; NH GB75 FWA ext hoe; Clark forklift; Cat 212 grader. Lots of Tillage, Planting, Spraying, Forage & Harvesting Equipment; Wagons, Grain cart, Grinder-Mixers,ATV’s, Vehicles, Trailers, Miscellaneous Machinery, Lots of Miscellaneous; Check out the website for larger listing.

Location - Farm of Mrs. Sherwood Shank & Family 815-225-7730 (SALE SIGHT DURING BUSINESS HOURS)

Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Clerks: Public Auction Service Lenny Bryson (IL#440000158) 815-946-4120 Lyle & Sheryl Hopkins (IL#440000185) Mark Ebert (IL#440000341) 815-946-2660 or 800-848-9519 Todd Wills (IL#441000745) Cal Kaufman (IL# 440000363) * Rick Rediger (IL#440000576) Rick Rediger (#IL440000576) * Brian Bradley * Creighton Barker Curt Overcash * Andrew Kitson * Adam Johnson * Hank Holms Terms - Cash, good check, Master Card, Visa, Discover and American Express credit cards (with a 3% convenience fee). All items must be settled for day of sale. Number system will be used, have picture ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold. Parking provided at rear of sale sight. Entrance on Ogle Road (west side of sale sight). Follow signs. PLEASE, NO parking in house yard or along road! SM-ST27321-0329

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and more favorable to the vegetables,” he said. “Organic matter can be your own home-grown composts, additions of well-rotted animal manures and even the annual turning under of disease free vegetable plant parts adds to the percent of organic matter measured in the soil.” A typical soil test will also provide the levels of phosphorus and potassium. These two along with nitrogen are used by the plants in the greatest amounts. “Gardens get better over time even with time since the root systems that remain in the garden add

Testing your soil does not take much time and the benefits of doing so can mean being able to produce more vegetables for fresh table use all season long, said a University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator. “Gardeners could test their soil anytime,” said Richard Hentschel. A typical soil test reveals the levels of “Big 3” nutrients used by vegetable plants, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. The soil test will also reveal the level of soil acidity or alkalinity, shown as the pH on your results. A pH of between 6.0 and 7.0 is the general goal. “If gardeners have added lots of organic matter over the growing seasons, a pH of 6.0 to 6.5 is likely

to the organic matter content and any mulches that get turned under help too,” said Hentschel. “Gardens in newer subdivisions will greatly benefit from additions of organic matter as the soil has been highly disturbed and organic matter helps in the restructuring of the soil profile besides providing nutrients and water holding capacity.” Taking a soil sample is really easy in the vegetable garden. Stay away from the edges and take the samples nearer the middle of the garden. The samples taken need to be a

vertical sample, six to eight inches deep where most of the vegetable plants find their food. Using your garden shovel or spade, dig a small hole to that six to eight inch depth. Using the shovel or spade, slice down one edge of the hole and you will get that important vertical sample. Repeat this process several times to be sure you get that representative sample for the actual test. Most labs only require a small butter dish full of soil and others will provide the gardener with small paper bags to submit the soil sample. To find a soil testing laboratory near you, the Ogle County Extension office, 421 W. Pines Rd, Oregon (815-732-2191) has a listing of local labs and collection bags.

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