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VOLUME 51 NO. 52 • SERVING THE MT. MORRIS AREA SINCE 1967

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Best of Show

OUT AND ABOUT

Whoa... that’s a Boa! A boa constrictor snake is found in the Mississippi River near Fulton. / 22

SPORTS

Regional Win The Oregon soccer team beats Byron 3-0 to advance in the regional. / 15

VILLAGE BOARD The village board

is asked to reconsider solar farm. / 5

Cheyanne Edlund, 9, of Mt. Morris, drives her miniature horse Tootsie as her grandmother, Laury Edlund, walks alongside during the Harvest Time Parade on Sunday. Generations Driving Club won Best of Show for their entries. . Photo by Earleen Hinton

INDEX

One Section - 32 Pages

Byron Library............21 Church News.......10-11 Classifieds......... 28-32 Entertainment........... 9

Marriage Licenses.... 8 Library News............. 7 Oregon Police...........18 Property Transfers.. 27

Sheriff’s Arrests...... 26 State Police............. 27 Social News............... 8 State’s Attorney...... 24

DEATHS Wilbur L. Bowman, James S. Fleming, George Klein, Bonnie L. McKean, Page 25

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FALL FESTIVAL

Rain doesn’t stop crowd at AOP festival Shoppers turn out for Farmers Market despite the soggy conditions

BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com A little drizzle and soggy ground wasn’t enough to keep the crowds away from Oregon’s 48th annual Autumn on Parade festival last weekend.

“It went very well considering the weather we were dealt,” said AOP Committee President Marseyne Snow. “We still had a good crowd and the crafters I talked to were happy with their sales.”

Several inches of rain fell overnight Friday into Saturday, leaving the ground saturated and muddy.

Drizzle fell intermittently all day Saturday and more — much of which didn’t materialize — was predicted for Sunday.

The rain stopped long enough Sunday for the Harvest Time Parade.

“We had a good parade,” Snow said. “It gave us a window for that.”

Down on the courthouse square, the Farmers Market and the Food Court were already full of shoppers by mid-morning Saturday, despite the clouds overhead.

Sandy Armbruster, of Oregon, was not deterred in the least by the dreary weather as she and members of her family looked through the merchandise offered at the booths.

“We came early to beat the rain,” she said. “We got here at 8 a.m.”

She comes to shop every year, and found the outdoor decorations she was looking for.

“And then some,” she said with a laugh. “We’ve already made a trip to the car. It’s a wonderful event.”

Dana Russell-Brown and Diana Lewis were doing a brisk business at their booth, selling pottery and dried flowers, in front of the courthouse.

Russell-Brown said the crowd did not seem smaller than usual.

“We’ve been busy. The crowd has been at least average,” she said.

Around the corner, Lynnette Hough visited with the customers at her Maple Lane Farm booth, offering homemade maple syrup and other maple-flavored treats.

“Its been good,” she said. “We’ve had a steady crowd.”

Umbrellas and raincoats came out as the drizzle resumed shortly before noon.

“I came prepared,” one woman said as she ducked for cover under a bright print umbrella and headed for the Farmers Market.

Snow said a few parade participants canceled due to the forecast on Sunday.

“The predicted rain may have kept a few people from coming but we had a good festival,” she said.

ABOVE: Autumn on Parade President Marseyne Snow presents Gary Henderson of Pinecrest Community with their plaque for being the Unit of Honor at the 2018 Autumn on Parade. BELOW: Elvis, aka Chris Corcoran, of Mt. Morris, made his annual appearance in Sunday’s parade. Photos

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October brings to mind pumpkins, autumn leaves, scarecrows, and warm turkey casserole at the Fall Fest dinner and silent auction at Disciples United Methodist Church in Mt. Morris.

The annual event will be held on Friday, Oct. 26 from 4:30 to 7 p.m.

The church is located at the corner of Ill. 64 and Maple Avenue at the west edge of the village.

This long standing tradition in Mt. Morris started in the 1930s with the women of the church holding a daylong bazaar and serving a full turkey dinner.

Today the church women serve

their famous turkey casserole family style with all the trimmings of cranberry salad, rolls, relishes and diner’s choice of homemade pie. Seconds are encouraged!

Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children 6 to 12. The meal is free for anyone 5 and younger or 99 and older.

Carry out dinners are also available for an additional 50 cents.

The event also includes Cookies by the Pound sale and a silent auction full of trendy, useful, and fun items.

For more information call 815-7344853 or 815-631-0075.

VILLAGE NEWS

Hydrants to be flushed The Mt. Morris Water Department will flush hydrants during the week of Oct. 15-193 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Residents may experience low water pressure and rusty water while the hydrants are being

flushed.

For rusty water, let the faucet run until the water clears up.

For other problems call the water department at 815-7344820 or the village hall at 815734-6425.

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Karen Dietrich signs up for an item at last year’s Fall Fest silent auction at Disciples United Methodist Church. The annual event will be held on Friday, Oct. 26. Photo by VInde Wells

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LANDMARK FUNDRAISER

Donors honored for giving to Black Hawk fund

BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com Seven area banks and two individuals were recognized Oct. 4 for making the donations that finally set the repairs to the Black Hawk Statue in motion.

At a ceremony on the Ogle County Courthouse lawn, members of the Black Hawk Restoration Committee honored representatives from Stillman Bank, The Harvard State Bank, Byron Bank, Sterling Federal Bank, Union Savings Bank, and Holcomb State Bank for their total contributions of $14,000.

Also honored were Kim Smeja, of Oregon, for contributing $20,000 and Richard Little, also of Oregon, for his donation of $2,000.

The donations put fundraising for the statue over top of the $225,000 needed for officials from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the Illinois Conservation Foundation to sign contracts with Quality Restorations Inc., of Wood Dale, the firm that will do the repair work.

The engineering firm Simpson, Gumpertz & Heger, which has an office in Chicago, will supervise the restoration under a separate contract with the two agencies.

Several area banks recently donated a total of $14,000 for the restoration of the Black Hawk Statue, raising the fund for the project to the necessary level for contracts to be signed. Pictured left to right are: Claudia Tarara, Central Bank; Pat Donahue, Stillman Bank; Jenni Winterland, Central Bank; Phillip Lehmann, The Harvard Sate Bank; Chris Martin, Byron Bank; Perry Byers, Holcomb State Bank; Ben Barton, Byron Bank; Angie Good, Union Savings Bank; Nick Krumbholz, Sterling Federal Bank; and Richard Little, Oregon. Photo

by Vinde Wells

OPEN HOUSE

Centennial Acres to celebrate its heritage Oct. 13

BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com A Forreston man’s love for his family farm and his wife’s love for horses came together nearly a decade ago at Centennial Acres southwest of Forreston.

Matt and Emily Williams and their son Isaac, 4, will celebrate the farm’s sesquicentennial and showcase their riding stable with an open house on Saturday, Oct. 13 from 1 to 5 p.m.

Centennial Acres is at 13440 West Grove Road, approximately two miles southwest of Forreston.

The event will include tours of their facilities, free pony rides, information about the farm’s history, and refreshments.

The Williams’ five-acre homestead is part of the farm purchased in September of 1868 by Ubbo Greenfield, Matt’s great-great-great grandfather.

When the couple moved there nine and a half years ago, Emily had the perfect spot to develop and operate a riding stable, her lifelong dream.

Matt and Emily Williams and their son Isaac, 4, stand next to the Centennial Farm sign that Matt’s great-grandfather received in 1972

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for the farm being in the same family for 100 years. The Williamses will celebrate the farm’s Sesquicentennial on Oct. 13 with an open house. Photo by Vinde Wells

VILLAGE BOARD

Solar farm would generate 26 times more property taxes

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• CENTENNIAL ACRES Continued from Page 4 She gives riding lessons and trains and boards horses.

Matt summed up their feelings.

“Living on the farm is a blessing,” he said.

Emily’s love for horses runs deep, even though she grew up in Ashton.

“We lived in town. Getting a horse was never an option,” she said with a smile.

However, she started taking riding lessons she was 12, and her passion for horses grew.

In college, she took equestrian courses and bought her first horse.

Emily taught lessons sporadically while working another job, but moving to the farm provided the opportunity to make it a full-time career.

“I very much love horses,” she said. “Coming out here was a dream I never thought would be a reality.”

Matt’s love for the farm runs just as deep.

“When I was a little guy I always loved coming out here and picking corn with my grandpa,” he said. “I love it here. I like being out in the country.”

Extended family members live close by.

“Our neighbors are family,” he said.

Matt, who works as a warranty technician for Borg Warner in Dixon, is the fifth generation of his

family to live on the farm, which was designated a Centennial Farm by the Illinois Department of Agriculture in 1972, meaning it had been owned by the same family for at least 100 years.

The Williamses are awaiting their Sesquicentennial Farm sign, which they hope will arrive in time for the open house.

Ubbo Greenfield, who was born in Embden, Germany in 1824, bought 160 acres that included the homestead from George W. Hewitt in 1868.

He sold the farm to his son Frederick in 1910. Frederick’s son Irvin and his wife Linnie bought it in 1935.

Their son Donald and his wife Norene moved to the farm in 1953 and raised their three daughters Sandy Williams (Matt’s mother), Cathy Schmidt, and Laurie Plambeck there. They purchased the property, by then expanded to almost 300 acres, in 1973.

When Ubbo bought the land, a set of building was located near a spring about a half mile back in what’s now a field.

The barn and possibly other buildings may have been at the current location when he moved in, but he built others and added onto the existing barn.

Ubbo also raised corn, oats, and hay to feed his milk cows, feeder cattle, hogs, and draft horses.

Sandy Williams remembers growing up on the farm which by then had a dairy herd and hogs.

Her father Donald soon replaced

nesses could then subscribe to the solar farm, French said, and see a reduction on their electric bills.

The farm could power an estimated 400 homes, he said.

French said a definite value has now been placed on solar farms for property tax purposes.

He said a solar farm on the Luepkes land would bring $2,454 annually into village coffers compared to the current $90.

The total annual property tax would be $14,889 per year, compared to the current $569, to be shared the village, Ogle County, Oregon School District, Mt. Morris Township & Road District, Mt. Morris Fire Protection District, Mt. Morris Public Library District, and Highland Community College District.

Village attorney Rob LeSage asked how the solar farm would be compatible with nearby residences.

French replied that the solar farm will be 75 to 80 feet from any of the houses and landscaping will

be planted around it as a screen and buffer.

He said that because the area is zoned industrial, any kind of industry could be built there, and would be likely to create more noise and traffic than the solar farm.

In a related matter, Planning Commission Chairman David Saunders urged the board to consider amending its zoning ordinances to address solar farms.

One solar farm has already been approved just outside the village limits, and he said at least three more applications are in the works.

The village board can weigh in on solar farms within a mile and a half of the village limits.

Saunders said he has checked with several neighboring municipalities that are already amending their ordinances to allow solar farms.

LeSage said he recently drew up an ordinance for Forreston that could be used as a model for Mt. Morris.

The barn on Matt and Emily Williams’ farm was built in the mid-1800s for dairy cows and horses. It has been added onto over the years as needs have changed and currently houses riding horses. Photo by Vinde Wells the dairy cows with beef cattle.

Her grandfather Irvin came to the farm from his home in Forreston every day to help with the operation.

Sandy and her sisters remember helping with chores, making hay “all summer,” taking tea and cookies to Dad and Grandpa in the field during harvest, and picnics by the creek behind the buildings.

“We didn’t realize how lucky we were,” said Laurie.

Sandy and Laurie also remembered listening to weather and market reports on the radio several times every day.

“When that came on there was no talking,” Sandy recalled with a

laugh.

“When it was over, we just went on with our conversation,” Laurie said.

Cathy, who lives in Germany, sent her written recollections.

Under blessings, she wrote, “Learning to trust God in hard situations — Dad losing his fingers and area farmers coming to the rescue to harvest the rest of the crop.”

One of their favorite memories was the closeness with family including their grandfather, Uncle Leo DeVries, and cousin Robert DeVries, Leo’s son.

Robert and his son Butch currently own the farm except for the homestead.

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A representative from a solar company asked the Mt. Morris Village Board Tuesday to reconsider taking steps to allow a solar farm within the village limits.

“I’m asking the board to change its mind and reconsider allowing a solar garden on the Luepkes property,” said Bill French, regional director of planning for SunVest Solar, Inc., of Geneva.

In April the board voted against amending its zoning ordinance to permit solar farms as a special use.

That action came after a Feb. 27 presentation by Patrick Dalseth of SunVest Solar, Inc., Geneva, for a

small solar farm on land owned and farmed by David Luepkes on the north side of the village, north of the Mobil Gas Station on Ill. 64.

The parcel, which is within the industrial park and tax increment funding district, is zoned light industrial.

Since current the ordinance doesn’t allow for solar farms in that zoning classification, Dulseth had asked the board to consider amending it to make solar farms a permitted special use.

Board members rejected the plan because the industrial park was established in the 1970s for industry to be developed there.

No development has taken place, however.

“We feel its a very suitable property because it’s zoned industrial,” French said. “It’s undeveloped and close to the substation.”

Electricity generated on Luepkes’ 17 acres could be put into the power grid at the substation, he said.

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IN BRIEF Art Market offers holiday shopping Nov. 17 The Sandstone Art Market will be held on Saturday, Nov. 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Old Sandstone Gallery in downtown Mt. Morris and the next door Coliseum, if extra room is needed.

The event is sponsored by Encore!

Mt. Morris.

Area artists are invited to sell any of their handmade or hand-created art wares under $100 for gifts, decorations, or other holiday shopping.

Artist vendors may sign up through Saturday, Nov. 10 by clicking the “Art Market” button on the web site at encoremtmorris.com. Early registration is encouraged.

The vendor fee of $20 will be split between the gallery and Encore! Mt. Morris.

For more information contact mollyb@encoremtmorris.com or Paula Diehl at the Mt. Morris Village Hall

COMMUNITY EVENT 815-734-6425.

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.

Polo firemen to serve supper The Polo Firefighters Association will host its annual hog roast and open house on Saturday, Oct. 13 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Polo Fire Station.

Donations will be accepted at the door.

This year marks 70 years since the founding of the fire protection district, and door prizes from area stores and restaurants will be given.

In addition to prizes, a whole hog and a freezer will be raffled.

Raffle tickets can be purchased at the ambulance station in Polo, or from any Polo firefighter for $5.

SENIOR CENTER NEWS The Mt. Morris Senior Center, 9 E. Front St., Mt. Morris, will host several upcoming events and activities.

All ages are welcome; participants are not required to be members of the senior center.

For more information call 815-7346335.

Crochet Class We will be starting a learn how to crochet class at the Mt. Morris Senior Center on Monday, Oct. 15 at 10:30 a.m.

The class will also take place on Oct. 22 and 29.

We will start with learning how to make scarves which takes about seven ounces of yarn.

You can bring your own yarn or we will have some here. We will also provide crochet hooks.

This is a free class, and if you don’t

want to keep what you make it can be donated to Loaves and Fish food pantry for their Christmas gifts.

RSVP to 815734-6335.

Musicians needed for Community Christmas Cantata at Trinity Rehearsals begin on October 16 for Dec. 2 performance Sopranos, altos, tenors and basses are invited to sing in the 14th annual Community Christmas Cantata at Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris.

Since 2004, singers and instrumentalists from all over northern Illinois have joined together to share the Christmas story at the cantata.

This year Dr. Matt Guschl will conduct the cantata “The Winter Rose” by Joseph Martin on Sun-

day, Dec. 2, at 3 p.m.

“The Winter Rose” incorporates both traditional carols and newly composed anthems that visit the timeless Christmas story with fresh insight.

Through the use of music, narration and simple symbolism, the cantata presents the life of Christ from prophecy to passion.

Rehearsals will be held on Tuesday evenings beginning on Oct. 16 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Music and a listening CD will be waiting for participants at the first rehearsal.

For more information, contact Karen Larson at karenslarson@ gmail.com or 815-734-6358.

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Free Hand Massages Head on down to the Mt. Morris Senior Center on Monday, Oct. 15 for free hand massages by Crista Brooner of doTerra Essential Oils.

Massages will start at 10:30 am. Call 815-734-6335 for an appointment.

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Bingo and Birthday Lunch Join us for Free Bingo (with cash prizes) and a $6 birthday lunch on Wednesday, Oct. 17 at the Mt. Morris Senior Center.

Bingo starts at 10:30 a.m., and lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m.

This month we will be having chicken pot pie, fruit, cake, and ice cream.

Call 815-734-6335 to sign up.

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MT. MORRIS LIBRARY NEWS

Special Program Come in a play our October Trivia Game. We have three Halloween trivia questions for you to answer each week until Halloween.

Answer the questions and enter a drawing for a cool prize! There will be new questions each week for you to answer.

Pine Creek News

By Karen Merlak We welcome a new month with lots of activity, changing scenery, and blessings all around us. The fields are being harvested and our hearts turn to thankfulness. For every gift we receive from our Creator, we are grateful.

This morning in church, we were greeted by Jean Cunningham. Our special music was two songs performed by Fred Taft on guitar and vocals and Larry Riffle on harmonica. Fred sang “Matthew 24� and “I

paperback books for $1. We have trade paperbacks priced at 25 cents each, five for $1, and a flat for $5.

We have specialty books and gift items priced as marked.Â

Bizarre History Friday, Nov. 2, 6 p.m.

Chad Lewis will present “The Bizarre History of Illinois.�

Get ready for a strange evening filled with stories of deadly ghosts, peculiar people, strange deaths, and mysterious creatures lurking the back roads of Illinois!

Chad Lewis has been featured on the Discovery Channel, ABC and is a frequent contributor to Ripley’s Believe it or Not Radio.

He has authored over 20 books in the strange and unusual.

The more bizarre the legend, the more likely it is that you will find Chad there!

Mark Your Calendar Thursday, Oct. 8 – Lego Club, 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24 – Scary Movie for Kids! This is a Halloween movie just for kids, 2 p.m.

Book Sale The annual book sale runs through

Need No Mansion Here Below.�

This past Saturday morning was the regular meeting of the men’s breakfast group. Dave Burright hosted the meal for Ron Baker, Don Hay, Rev. Charlotte Hoppe, Kent Nettz, John Engel, and Larry Riffle. The group started the weekend with great food and greater fellowship. This past Friday evening, the Polo Marcos hosted the team from Stockton for the homecoming football game. The game was called for bad weather shortly after the second half started and was finished on Saturday afternoon. The homecoming festivities continued on Saturday evening with the coronation of the king and queen. My nephew, Hayden Bittinger, was part of the court along with Lane Hopkins, grandson of Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins.Â

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Thursday, Oct. 25. We will have lots of books, bargains and more.

We have a selection of hard and

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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Clint arrived home early on Saturday morning. He is the first child to make it to Illinois for the wedding celebration for Matt and his wife, Ema. Matt and Ema were married last October. We will be celebrating their anniversary and wedding next Saturday.  Clint’s first request was for breakfast at the Pinecricker Cafe. After breakfast, Clint went home for some much needed rest and I headed over to Oregon for the Autumn on Parade craft show. I stopped by my aunt Bobbi Deen’s booth for our favorite frosted sugar cookies. In the evening, Clint and I attended the coronation to see Hayden and his brother, Garrett, who were attending the dance with their friends. The leaves are changing into their beautiful fall colors. The lush green colors of summer are giving way to the bright yellow, orange, reds of fall. Every day more colors appear on

the trees. This is a time of transformation. When we accept Jesus into our hearts, we are transformed. He comes into our lives filling us with love. He changes our outlook in our world. We realize that we have been forgiven and we can forgive others. We can see that we are loved and we choose to love others. This love is meant for all of us.

Jesus died for each one of us. It is a gift that only needs to be accepted. We can do nothing to earn His love. We can only receive it as a gift. It is a blessing to know that we are loved by God so intensely that He sent His Son for each of us. I hope to see you next week in our church or in one of our local churches. Come and find out more about our precious Jesus and the gift that He has for you.Â

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Haunted Library Carnival & Pumpkin Carving Contest Monday, Oct. 29, 6 p.m.

Dress in your costume, play some great carnival games and enter your pumpkin in our contest. You could win a great prize. This is for the whole family.

We will have prizes for costumes and pumpkin carving contests for kids and adults.

Bring your carved pumpkin for the contest with you to the party.

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Storytime for Little People and Big Kid Book Club Wednesday, 11 a.m. Â We would love to see you there!

We have a lot of fun at storytime!

Singing, dancing and of course, reading!

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TAFT CAMPUS

NEW SUPERVISOR

Whitmore named clinical supervisor at Focus House Focus House, an Ogle County owned care facility for adjudicated youth, announces that Katie Whitmore has been named clinical supervisor, replacing Brenda Mason, who is now Focus House Director.

Whitmore grew up in Rockford and graduated from Auburn High School in 2007.

After high school she went on to attend the University of Illinois at Chicago graduating with her bachelor of arts degree in Psychology and a minor in Sociology in 2011.

Her career began at an inpatient drug and alcohol treatment center for adolescents.

Katie Whitmore From there she went to Rockford Public Schools, working as a truancy officer.

Later, she began working with youth in foster care where she facilitated a life skills program for teenagers before joining the Focus House team in December of 2014.

Whitmore obtained her masters of social work degree in May and was named the clinical supervisor in July.

The Oregon Park District and Lorado Taft Campus have teamed up to offer a new after school program about woodland wildlife. Photo supplied

Wildlife program for kids at Taft The Oregon Park District and Lorado Taft Campus have teamed up to offer a new after-school program about woodland wildlife.

The program will be held on Monday, Nov. 19 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

The fee is $11 for residents of the Oregon Park District and $13 for non-residents.

Taft Campus staff will teach children in grades 3-8 how animals hibernate, migrate, or stay active during the coldest time of year.

The deadline to register is Monday, Nov. 12 and can be completed at the Nash Recreation Center, 304 S. Fifth St., Oregon, or by calling 815-732-3101.

Oregon Chamber’s Lunch n’ Learn is Oct. 16 at Nash Small business strategies is the topic The Oregon Chamber of Commerce’s fourth quarter Lunch ‘n Learn program will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 16.

The program is titled “We Got You!” and will be presented by Stacy McCaskill, Director of IL-SBDC of

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

Sept. 26 Chad A. Stenberg and Rachel K. Denton, both of Mt. Morris.

Oct. 2 Joseph P. Head and Britani K. Velez, both of Polo.

Brian S. Gross and Karalyn R. Skleney, both of Oregon.

Oct. 3 Hayden R. Wurtz and Alexis E. Ramis, both of Malta.

Sauk Valley Community College.

“Come meet your new IL-Small Business Development Center Director and the SBDC’s plan for ‘having the back’ of Oregon’s business owners and entrepreneurial community,” said Debbie Dickson, executive director. “Your SBDC is daily rolling out new strategies and services that are boosting our area’s economic growth and vitality.

Stacy will also discuss paid, owned, and earned media and the struggle

many entrepreneurs face in managing complex marketing strategies on small business budgets.

“Hear how you can collaborate with and benefit from your IL-SBDC,” Dickson said. “You need not be a chamber member to attend, Our lunch presentations provide a tremendous resource, offering a wide variety of information and community education for businesses and citizens alike.”

Lunch ‘n Learn opportunities are

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held quarterly on third Tuesdays at noon in the River Room of the Nash Center.

The cost to attend is $12 (payable at the door) and includes lunch, beverages and dessert.

Reservations are required by noon on Monday, Oct. 15.

Contact the Oregon Chamber of Commerce at 815-732-2100, or send an email to ococ@oregonil.com to make reservations.

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LUNCHEON WITH A VIEW

Turkey, trimmings, tour for $15 or $18 Plenty to each and a great view of the Rock River Valley are just two of the perks of a luncheon being offered by the Oregon Park District and the Lorado Taft Field Campus.

“Thousands of people visit Taft Campus each year yet many that live close to it haven’t been out for years or haven’t visited at all,” said Oregon Park District Recreation Superintendent Tina Ketter. “The campus is usually closed to the general public but this event offers the perfect opportunity for local residents to visit.”

On Sunday, Oct. such as crafts, 21 at 2 p.m., Taft games and music will offer a homeduring the lunmade luncheon cheon. of baked turkey, The campus will mashed potatoes, be open to particstuffing, rolls, vegipants to come as gies, pumpkin bars early as 1 p.m. to and more. walk around the A c o m p l i - The Taft Campus’ dining hall overlooks campus and stay mentary tour will the Rock River in Lowden State Park. open for particibe given by expepants until 6 p.m. rienced Taft staff to enjoy the scenmembers following the luncheon. ery, hiking paths, buildings and The cost for the luncheon and more. tour is $15 for residents of the “Spend the whole afternoon with Oregon Park District and $18 for us or simply head out whenevnon-residents. er you would prefer,” Ketter said.

The park district will also offer “Whatever you do, don’t miss out other family-friendly activities on this experience!”

NATURE NEWS

BRIEFS

Tallgrass prairies will be topic at Wild Ones

Hinkle’s art works go on display at Cork & Tap

HCC to present choral program The Highland Chamber Singers will present excerpts from the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta “HMS Pinafore,” as well as selections from the movie-musical “The Greatest Showman” on Friday,

Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Theatre in the Highland Community College Ferguson Fine Arts Center on campus at 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport.

Tickets are $12 for adults; $10 for seniors and $8 for students. Purchase tickets online at highland.edu.

91 in 2014.

Hinkle’s granddaughter, Hana Hinkle, of Oregon, and her family provided their private collection for the show.

Quilt guild to meet Oct. 15 Country Crossroads Quilt Guild program will have a trunk show “Quilts of Valor” by Nettie Wilson, of Georgia, on Monday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. at Forreston Grove Church,7246 Freeport Rd., rural Forreston.

A daytime workshop will be held with Wilson teaching how to make a fall or Christmas table runner using the “Square In A Square” technique

by Jodie Barrows. The workshop is $25 and will run 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information call 815-6702833 or 815-443-2688.

57th Annual

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Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018 ADMISSION Country Kitchen: Free Dinner: $10 adults $5 children 6-12 5 & under FREE

Carryouts available all day at back door

Country Kitchen 12:30-5PM Variety of homemade “goodies”

Dinner 1-5PM

(1st come-1st served)

Quilt Raffle Drawing at 5 pm $1 per chance “Zig Zag Four-Patch” Queen Size

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Crosby is the author, Cindy Crosby, compiler, or contribauthor of “The Tallutor to more than 20 grass Prairie: An books, including “The Introduction,” will Tallgrass Prairie: An be the speaker at the Introduction” and Wild Ones of the Rock “Tallgrass ConversaRiver Valley meeting tions: In Search of the on Thursday, Oct. Prairie Spirit” with 18 at 7 p.m. at Rock Thomas Dean.

Valley College PhysiShe is a prairie stewcal Education Center ard at Nachusa GrassPEC0110 (lower level), lands and a prairie 3301 N. Mulford Rd., Cindy Crosby, author of The steward supervisor at Rockford.

Tallgrass Prairie: An the Morton Arboretum, Crosby will present a Introduction. where she teaches natbrief history of prairies, ural history classes for different ways people have viewed prairies over time, and adults.

She is a certified interpretive some of the key prairie plants and their uses by native people and early trainer for naturalists and coordinates dragonfly monitoring prosettlers.

She suggests ways to develop a grams. Her website is www.cindycloser relationship with the out- crosby.com. This program is free doors, specifically prairies from and open to the public. For more which Illinois receives its nickname. information, call 779-537-8939.

The art work of the late Jessie Hinkle will be on display upstairs at Cork & Tap, 305 W. Washington St., through late October and will be open to the public during open hours.

The Oregon Together Arts & Beautification team will sponsor the Jessie Hinkle Retrospective, a collection of Jessie’s works from throughout her life.

Hinkle was an accomplished artist with a distinct vision.

Her work was featured in shows and print throughout the United States.

She was also an Oregon resident and an avid promoter of the Oregon art community until her death at age

Registration will be taken over the phone, online via www.oregonpark.org or in person at Nash Recreation Center.

The deadline to register for this unique experience is Wednesday, Oct. 17.

“We hope you will join us out there!,” Ketter said.

The Lorado Taft Field Campus is located inside Lowden State Park, located on River Road, one mile north of Illinois 64.

The 141-acre campus is owned and operated by Northern Illinois University as an outdoor education and conference center.

For more information or questions call Nash Recreation Center, 815-732-3101.

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ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services:

Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

CLS; 9 a.m. LWML Meeting Sunday, Oct. 13—9 a.m.

Worship with Communion; 10:20 a.m. Education Hour; 11:20 a.m. Council Meeting; 1-3 p.m.

Family Game Night at White Pines Skating Rink Tuesday, Oct. 16—ALIVE, TBA Thursday, Oct. 18—10 a.m.

Bible Class

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

OPEN BIBLE

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

9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6 p.m. Evening Service

Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.

We include children in our Sunday Worship experience “Grandkids Class” Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after our Praise & Blended Worship Time.

Bible-Based

Wednesday

7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study

4th Sunday Each Month

1:30 p.m. Nursing Home Service at Presence St. Joseph

Passion for God Compassion for People

BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH

Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org

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

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH POLO CAMPUS

9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship

BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Brookville: Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville

Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m.

Adult Sunday School 10 a.m.

Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads

CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

606 Main St., Chana 61015 Pastor Chan Ik Choi 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com

205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Pastor Chris Bradshaw 815-837-5255

CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Saturday, Oct. 13—8 a.m.-1 p.m. Mom-2-Mom Market at

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

Office Hours M-F 8-noon 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Followed by Coffee Hour And Sunday School Communion every week All are welcome Child care provided Handicapped Accessible

SWEETWOOD INTERIORS 107 Main Street, Forreston, IL 815-938-3681 • 877-938-3681 www.sweetwoodinteriors.com Email: nsweetwood@verizon.net

EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

8:30 a.m. Fellowship 8:50 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship

EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569

9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Church

Church News Deadline The deadline is 3 p.m. on Fridays for information for the Church News to be turned in at our office at 113 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon. The deadline is 9 a.m. on Fridays for church news left in the drop boxes in Forreston & Polo. Items can also be emailed to vwells@oglecountynews.com. For more information call Vinde Wells at 815-732-6166 ext. 5903.

Nursery Available We are an independent non-denominational Christian church.

Visitors are always welcome.

FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd.

402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203 “A Church with a Heart — In the Heart of Forreston”

Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, two miles north on German Church Road

Pastor Marvin Jacobs Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313

9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Women & Men’s Bible Study, Kids Club www.ebenezerreformed.com

EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

Sundays at 10 a.m. polo@crossroadscn.com We offer contemporary worship and relevant Bible teaching through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our cafe for coffee, snacks & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade) - Sundays at 6 p.m.

Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com

Adult & Children’s Education 9 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion Celebrated the First Sunday of Each Month

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

764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes Office: 815-732-2424 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Sunday School

9 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Sunday School Friday, Oct. 12—9 a.m.-3 p.m.

FAITHful Hands Quilting Saturday, Oct. 13—8:45 a.m.

Youth Great America Trip Sunday, Oct. 14—7:30 a.m.

Church Council; 9 a.m. Worship; 10 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday, Oct. 17—12 p.m.

Senior Friendship; 5:30 p.m.

Choir Thursday, Oct. 18—6:30-8 p.m.

FAITHful Hands Quilting

FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS

Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith 702 E. Dixon St., Polo

102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Logan Murphy 815-734-4942

Saturday, Oct. 13—7 a.m.

Men’s Accountability Group Sunday, Oct. 14—8:30 a.m.

Sunday School For All Ages; 9:30 a.m. Inner Mission; 10 a.m.

Worship Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group Thursday, Oct. 18—1 p.m.

Ladies Bible Study Log onto our website at http://www.efcmm.org to check out our latest opportunities and updates

Handicapped Accessible

Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo

9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 815-732-2642 Rev. Jared Cochran “A Christ-centered, Biblebelieving, family-oriented ministry.”

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

9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 6 p.m. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting Transportation and nursery provided for all services.

9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA)

200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com Handicapped Accessible 11 a.m. Worship Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month.

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

Sunday, Oct. 14—9 a.m.

Worship, Children’s Sabbath; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Monday, Oct. 15—8 a.m. AA Meeting; 3-4:30 p.m. Good News Club Thursday, Oct. 18—8 a.m. AA Meeting

FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH

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

9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.

Pioneer Club; 7:45 p.m. Choir

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

9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School

FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA Pastor Karyn Kost

815-284-2966 Website:https//www. freedomlutheran.org/home. html Sunday Evening Worship at 5:45 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 200 S. 5th St., Oregon Coffee & Fellowship following the service Welcome Center is at 111 S. 4th St., Oregon

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The Oregon Republican, Mt. Morris Times, Forreston Journal and Tri-County Press Your Hometown Newspapers 815-732-6166

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GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

10 a.m. Sundays Life Groups Throughout The Week

GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Office hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Friday, Oct. 12—9 a.m.

Women’s Fellowship Sunday, Oct. 14—8:15 a.m.

Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m.

Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. Living Hope Church Service Tuesday, Oct. 16—8:45 a.m.

Bible Study; Quilting; 6:30 p.m.

Leadership Team Meeting Thursday, Oct. 18—4:30-7 p.m.

Food Pantry Open

Church and Main Streets Don Plock, Pastor

8:30 a.m. Worship Service

GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. German Valley Pastor Jake Ritzema 815-362-6601

9 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages 10 a.m. Worship Service

NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH

10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:05 a.m. Worship Service Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center

OREGON CHURCH OF GOD

LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH

9:30 a.m. Sunday Praise and Worship Service (Nursery provided) 11 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday 6 p.m. Prayer & Bible Studies Prayer Chain 738-2205 Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Various Activities

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

Sunday, Oct. 14—10:30 a.m.

Worship

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Chan Ik Choi Handicapped Accessible 9 a.m. Worship Service 10 a.m. Sunday School Age Three through Sixth Grade

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship You and your family are invited to join us for worship on Sunday, Oct. 14. The morning service begins at 10:30 a.m.

Guest speaker Brian Froehlich will give the morning message titled “Perfection.”

Greeting you will be O.K. and Melody Welty.

During morning worship an exceptionally fine Children’s Church is offered for children 3 years old through Grade 5.

Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m. and includes classes for adults, young adults, teens, children and infants.

Special attention is given in each class to issues and topics related to the particular needs and interests of each group.

The Wednesday night Youth Group meets at 6 p.m. at East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville Road.

October’s Bible Books of the Month are Romans & I and II Corinthians.

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Rev. Megan Smick 815-732-2994

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

West Grove Road at Columbine Rd. Pastor Karyn Kost Sunday, Oct. 14—9 a.m.

Instruction for Communion Caretakers; 9:15 a.m. Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m.

Congregational Bible Study, Senior Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 a.m. Divine Worship with Communion; 11 a.m. Autumn Fest at LOMC

ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Pastor Charlotte Hoppe

9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Social Time 10:30 Worship

9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service

ST. MARY CHURCH

POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

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

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

St. Bride’s follows traditional Anglican-Episcopal church practices; is biblically based and both family and individual oriented.

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

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

4:30 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. Sunday 8 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 3 p.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest

9:30 a.m. Family Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School

PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Reconciliation

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

3:30-4:15 p.m. Saturday

St. Mary Prayer Network

Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238

9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Fellowship

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH

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

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

10:45 a.m. Worship Service

10:30 a.m.

ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon Rev. Eldred George 815-732-7211 www.saintbrides.org Email:saint.bride.church@gmail. com Services Sunday 8 & 10 a.m.

Holy Communion

Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass

Religious Education

Youth Program 6 p.m.1st & 2nd Wednesdays Adult Bible Study 8:30 a.m. 1st Wednesday

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH

Classes

Children’s Sunday School & Adult Bible Study Available

9:30 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday 10 a.m. Bible Study

Other Activities Include:

Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office

SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

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

9:30 a.m. Sabbath School 11 a.m. Worship Service Luncheon after services

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Email: trinitymmil@frontier.com Website: www.trinitymmil.net Saturday Worship 5:30 p.m.

Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.

Friday, Oct. 12—8 a.m.

Bulletin Assembly & Fellowship Saturday, Oct. 13—5:30 p.m.

Worship Service Sunday, Oct. 14—9:30 a.m.

Worship Service, Fellowship Time Following; Sunday School for Children Age 4-Grade 6 Tuesday, Oct. 16—No Brown Bag Bantering; 3:30 p.m. Lot 12 Mentoring for Grades K-6 at Mt. Morris Estates; 7 p.m. Cantata Rehearsal Wednesday, Oct. 17—6:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise Group; 9 a.m. Quilting Group; 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Mobile Food Bank at St. Mary’s in Oregon; 5:15 p.m. YC E4C meets at Trinity to go to LOMC; 6 p.m. Chime Choir; 6:45 p.m. Chancel Choir Men; 7 p.m.

Full Chancel Choir; 7:30 p.m.

Chancel Choir Women Thursday, Oct. 18—3:30 p.m.

Lot 12 Mentoring for Grades K-6 at Mt. Morris Estates

WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities:

4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411

8:30 & 11 a.m.

Worship Services

9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:35 a.m. Worship

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708 S. Division St., Polo • 946-2714

The Oregon Republican, Mt. Morris Times, Forreston Journal and Tri-County Press Your Hometown Newspapers 815-732-6166

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211 S. Division Ave., Rt. 26 Polo 946-2777

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

oregonumc@outlook.com Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

Followed by Fellowship and All-Age Sunday School Sunday, Oct. 14—8:30 a.m.

Staff-Parish Meeting; 9 a.m.

Worship-Church Conference; 10:15 Fellowship & Sunday School; Youth Mission Trip Deposit Due Tuesday, Oct. 16—11 a.m. Staff Meeting; 6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts; 7 p.m. Worship Committee Meeting Wednesday, Oct. 17—7 a.m.

Men’s Bible Study; 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

Prayer in the Chapel; 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Alive Thursday, Oct. 18—6 p.m.

Mission Committee Meeting Saturday, Oct. 20—Fall Lay Academy at LaMoille

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Come Take Your Place at the Table - SOS 2:4 124 N. Fourth St., Oregon (Oregon Coliseum) Pastor Wade Buzzard 815-440-7937 Online: theGP.Church // FB.com/ theGatheringPlaceChurch

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Lincoln photo arrives for Ogle courtroom

BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com A reproduction of a well-known photograph of 16th President Abraham Lincoln is now on display in one of the courtrooms at the Ogle County Judicial Center in Oregon.

Retired Whiteside County Judge John Hauptman, representing the Illinois Judges Association, and Rory T. Weiler, from the Illinois Bar Association, unveiled the photograph at a ceremony on Oct. 3 in Ogle County Presiding Judge Robert T. Hanson’s courtroom.

Hanson said the photograph, taken by Alexander Hesler on June 3, 1860 in the Old State Capitol in Springfield, was part of Lincoln’s campaign for President of the United States. “We are excited to be part of this historic effort to honor Abraham Lincoln,� He said. “Hesler’s photograph captures Lincoln at a turning point in his life as he transitioned from trial lawyer to Presidential candidate,� he said.

Weiler said the beardless portrait was Lincoln’s favorite photograph of himself.

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Retired Whiteside County Judge John Hauptman points out the line in the photograph of Abraham Lincoln that is a result of a crack in the glass plate of the original photo. At right is Rory T. Weiler from the Illinois Bar Association. Photo by Vinde Wells Hauptmann pointed out the line across Lincoln’s chest which he said is a result of a crack in the glass of the original photograph.

The photograph was reproduced from a “positive,� he said, because the negatives of the four photo-

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decades and decades and decades,� he said.

Retired judge and attorney Alan Cargerman, who has extensively researched Lincoln, said he was in Ogle County several times but never represented a client in a case there.

The last time that Lincoln was known to be in the county, Cargerman said, was in 1856. At that time he gave a speech in Oregon for Republican Presidential candidate John C. Fremont and also visited his friend and fellow state legislator Zenas Aplington, the founder of Polo.

The permanent installation of the photograph in Ogle and other counties was made possible by donations from the Illinois Judges Association and Illinois Bar Association and their respective foundations.

The four organizations have partnered with the Illinois State Historical Society, which owns the four glass-plate positives of Hesler’s Lincoln portrait.

The ISHS is leading a statewide campaign to place a framed copy of the photograph in each of Illinois’ 102 counties to commemorate the state’s bicentennial this year.

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ABOVE LEFT: A performer spreads her wings at the Olde English Faire. ABOVE: One-year-old Harlyn Tourtilott checks out the stiltwalking scarecrow during the Harvest Time Parade on Sunday. BELOW LEFT: “Flicker” of Pyro Penumbra performs a fire dance at the Olde English Faire. BELOW: Carlee Sowl, 10, of Oregon, balances a plate and ball with the help of entertainer Jason Kollum during on Saturday.

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BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglecountynews.com

Oregon’s Elija Rufer (22) battles Byron’s Oliver Jones (13) during regional action Tuesday night. The Hawks won the game 3-0. Photo by Earleen Hinton on offense, Oregon put pressure on Byron’s side of the field all night.

“We were focusing more on possession and winning balls in the air,” Sitze said.

Acosta nearly made it 2-0 with 30 seconds left in the half, but twice missed a wide-open attempt at close range.

Volleyball team continues to roll with win over Byron

BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglecountynews.com The Lady Hawks volleyball team wasted little time in dispatching Byron Tuesday night, 25-18, 25-9 to move to 5-2 in conference play and 15-6 overall.

Senior Bailey Nelson led Oregon with 10 kills, two blocks and seven digs. She was followed by freshman Jenae Bothe’s three kills and two blocks and McKenna Sadler’s 12 digs.

Byron fell to 1-6 in conference and 7-16 overall.

On Oct. 2, the Hawks downed Stillman Valley in a 3-game set 25-19, 16-25, 25-17.

In the first game, Nelson helped her team to a 10-5 lead a pair of kills and aces.

Oregon increased its advantage to 14-9 on a block by Nelson and Hannah Donaldson, a back row kill by Jasmine Herbst, a kill by Abi Hopkins and the shot of the game – a one handed dig by Herbst off a slam that snuck over the net for a point.

Stillman Valley would close to within 17-16, but Hopkins’ serving, kills by Nelson and blocks by the front line led to the win.

“Their outside hitters were hitting it right back, so we adjusted our blocking at the one (right back

corner) position,” Hopkins said. “That enabled our defense to pick up their cross shots.”

More blocking and Nelson kills kept the Hawks even in the second contest until Cassidy Purvis

Oregon’s Bailey Nelson (16) spikes between Byron blockers Arynn Mathieu (21) and Abbie McKinley (8).

Photo by Earleen Hinton

started serving. She took the Cardinals from a 9-8 lead to 17-8, as Oregon had difficulty keeping the ball in play.

During the scoring drought, Nelson had one of her best shots of the match, only to see Holland Smits make a diving save and save the point for the Cardinals.

“I was glad we could put in different line-ups and adjust to certain positions,” Oregon coach Faith McNamee said. “They’re happy to be there and work hard.”

Another key for Oregon was blocking. Stillman had multiple hitters capable of damage at the net, but the Hawks were effective in their positioning.

“Tonight, we had lots of blocks – more than normal,” McNamee said. “The fans like it, the players like it. It gets momentum going.”

Midway through the final contest, Nelson was scoring from all parts of the court and Oregon was particularly effective in the back line.

“Bailey was on fire and good at listening to the libero (McKenna Sadler),” Hopkins said.

“Bailey did a nice job with sets and kills in the back row,” McNamee said.

Senior Night will be Tuesday, Oct. 16 before the match with North Boone. Introductions of the seven seniors will be held at around 5:45 p.m.

• Friday, October 12, 2018

After losing to Byron and then tying them earlier this season, Oregon soccer coach Seger Larson predicted a 3-0 win for his team against the Tigers at the 1A Byron Regional.

That was exactly the outcome, as the No. 5 seed Hawks went on the road and upset No. 3 Byron under the lights.

“We struggled early on and lost games we should have won,” Larson said. “I’m proud to see the way these guys have grown.”

Two weeks ago, Oregon was 2-13-3, including the earlier 3-0 loss to the Tigers and a 1-1 draw.

Since then, they’ve won four straight, a first for Larson in his 3 years as Hawk coach.

Taking advantage of the wind at their backs, the Hawks dominated play in the first half. They had six shots on goal compared to only one for Byron.

At the 22-minute mark, senior Jon Acosta took the ball near the net and made a perfect pass to Geronimo Leon. Leon, a foreign-exchange student from Ecuador, pounded the ball at goalkeeper Connor Harn, only to see it bounce back.

Leon took the rebound and then ran it by Harn with a hard shot for a 1-0 Hawk lead.

“They out-executed us and did the little things better than us,” Byron coach Andy Stavnem said.

“I hated to face them a third time. They’ve gotten so much better.”

With Josh Sitze and Acosta controlling the ball

“That was the best complete half of soccer we played all year,” Larson said. “Offensively, we created chances. Several times, we missed open opportunities on the weak side.”

Oregon received a gift early in the second half when a Byron player inadvertently knocked the ball into his own net, giving the Hawks a 2-0 lead.

With 19 minutes left, Byron appeared to have its best chance for a breakaway goal, but Eli Rufer rushed towards the net and stopped the open shooter. With the stellar defense by Hawk goalkeeper Owen Ketter, it may have not mattered, though.

“That was the best defense we played all around,” Larson said. “Alan Acosta and Brigham Finch were the key cornerstones.”

A few minutes later, Sitze caught a rebound off a long shot by Finch. The ball bounced off Harn’s chest, and a diving Sitze was able to catch it with his foot for the final goal.

With how well Oregon defense was playing, that effectively put the game away.

“Our defense really stepped up,” Sitze said.

With the win, Oregon (6-13-3) advances to the regional final for the fourth straight year. The Hawks will meet Stillman Valley at 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12.

Last year, the Hawks beat Byron in the first game, but lost to Stillman in the final. The 2 previous years, they won the regional.

“We have a legitimate chance to win the regional,” Larson said. “Our communication on the field is so much better.”

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

Soccer team beats Byron 3-0 in regional opener

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HAWK FOOTBALL

‘Bago offense too much for Hawks in 27-7 loss

BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglecountynews.com

Zach Crandall (34) and Calvin Sullivan (15) tackle a Winnebago player during Oct. 6 action at Landers-Loomis Field. Photo by Earleen Hinton

It was a case of Oregon being unable to make defensive stops in the second half in a 27-7 BNC football loss to Winnebago on Oct. 5.

The Hawks held a 7-0 halftime lead, but it was all ‘Bago the rest of the way.

“Their power game kind of wore us down,” Oregon coach Nick Schneiderman said. “We tried a couple different options on defense, but couldn’t stop them.”

With two seconds left in the first half, Dalton Hermes plunged over from a yard out on fourth down for the 7-0 lead. That capped off a drive that took up half of the second quarter.

“The first half was sloppy for both teams,” Schneiderman said. “Neither of us could finish drives with the wet balls and fumbles.”

The Indians took a 14-7 lead in the third quarter. Oregon faced a fourth down at midfield and came up an inch short.

“That was a key point of the game,” Schneiderman said. “We couldn’t find a rhythm on offense.”

Jared Roberts, who had 170 yards on 23 carries, added three touchdowns for the Indians. As a team, ‘Bago had 272 yards on the ground, compared to 175 for Oregon.

Carter Fruin led the Hawks with 74 yards on 11 carries. Zach Crandall contributed 67 yards on eight totes and Hermes was 14-for-56.

The ‘Bago defense sacked Ryker Finch to the tune of minus 30 yards. Oregon was also hurt by three fumbles.

The 2-5 Hawks travel to North Boone (5-2) to take on a team with wins over Stillman Valley and Dixon. The Vikings have an all-state caliber quarterback in Britton Morris.

“We can’t sell out on the pass,” Schneiderman said. “He’ll tuck it in and run. He’s one of the best athletes in the conference. It will be a big challenge. He can put the ball on the dime.”

Winnebago moved to 4-3, but has to win out against Stillman and NB to have a shot at the playoffs.

Hawk golfers bow out at sectional at Silver Ridge

BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglecountynews.com The high-school golfing careers came to end for a pair of Oregon seniors at the ISHA 1A sectional on Monday, Playing on their home course of Silver Ridge, Carson Buck and Adam Merrill weren’t able to advance to the state meet.

Buck gave himself a chance with an opening 41 on his first nine, but ran into trouble on the second nine and finished with an 87.

In his fourth straight trip to the sectional, Merrill got behind early and never could recover. He had a 47-45 for 92.

“I gave up after the first nine,” Merrill said. “I had a bunch of 3-putts and chunked a bunch of my chips.”

For Buck, his problems were off the tee on the later stages of his round. Those were played on the front nine, which he usually plays better.

“I lost it on number five through nine,” Buck said. “After 6 and 7, I was hoping to just make bogeys. I didn’t help having long waits on at the tee.”

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ABOVE: Adam Merrill chips on to a green during Monday’s sectional at Silver Ridge Golf Course. RIGHT: Jackson Buck watches his drive. Photos by Alex T. Paschal, Sauk Valley Media

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favorite sectional of the four was with Matt Myers in 2016.

Coach Jim Spratt felt both golfers would be hard to replace.

“Adam’s been steady all four years and Jackson gotten progressively better,” Spratt said. “It also helped our program having families like the Bucks and Merrills that have been good to us. Hopefully, our young kids will pick up where Jackson and Adam left off.”

Sectional team champ was Riverdale (320), who also won the state title last year. North Shore Country

Day (329) and Sterling Newman (337) grabbed the other two state berths.

Medalist was Anthony Ruthe of Riverdale with a 73 on the 6,150-yard course, with Marcus Smith of Winnebago second with a 74.

Winnebago was fourth in the team standings and senior Scott Schneider also qualified for them with an 81.

Byron’s Tony Eddy tied for fifth with a 78. As a sophomore, Eddy was a member of the 2016 Tiger state-championship team.

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Golf Sectional

I’m still convinced that a highschool golf sectional is the toughest mental test of any prep sports. Golf

COMMENTARY Andy Colbert is hard enough on its own, let alone the added pressure of performing in a do-or-die situation over a six-hour period.

That’s about how long a sectional round takes. No other high-school sport comes close to continuous activity for that long. And, it is nobody but you.

As I looked around the Silver Ridge banquet room, the scene there was the same as any other golf sectional I’ve been at. It is one of hope, sometimes desperate hope, with parents, golfers and coaches anxiously scanning the leaderboard in anticipation of where the cut-off will be.

Fellow scribe, Brian Weidman of the Sauk Valley Media, remembers 3-putting the final hole of the sectional his senior year at Amboy and missing by one stroke of going downstate.

That was over 30 years ago and it is still etched in his mind as he replayed it for me.

At the Oregon sectional, there were four golfers like Weidman.

Each shot an 83 and finished one

stroke off the 82 needed to advance.

You can bet they are replaying their round and wondering about a three putt, missed chip or errant drive. Will it haunt them 30 years from now?

Hennepin Hundred

For me, this past weekend consisted of pacing at the Hennepin Hundred race, announcing agegroup winners at the Autumn on Parade 5K Run and covering the Amboy Columbus Day Cross Country Invite.

A grade principal from Michigan was hoping to run 100 miles in 13 hours at the Hennepin race and I agreed to pace him for the final 30 miles.

However, with the Oregon-Winnebago football game being postponed from Friday until Saturday at 5 p.m. and Rochelle-Sterling at 7, I felt my allegiances being tugged at.

My gut instinct was to beg off and take in the football doubleheader. I even had a ready-made excuse – covering the games for the paper.

But, an obligation was made and I somewhat reluctantly headed down to Sheffield and wait at the 69-mile mark for a guy I’ve never met in my life.

Right when he reached that point, he decided to drop out, citing a hip injury. My first thought was self

pity for making what I construed was a wasted trip and missing the football games, though it should have been sympathy for him and his family that came out to support him.

No way could I make a mad dash back to Oregon, as my car was 30 miles away at the finish line in Colona.

What turned out to be disappointment on my part became a very pleasant solo run back to my car.

As light turned into dark, the canal served as a backdrop for dialogue with other runners I saw along the way.

To my surprise, I stumbled upon Josh Roos and Dean Shouer of Oregon, who were doing the 50K portion of the race. I’ve casually known both guys for a while, but there is something special about conversing oneon-one in that environment.

As I got the chance to learn more about what was going on in their lives, any thoughts I had about missing the Hawks and Hubs went away.

Though my guy from Michigan did not reach his goal doing 100 miles in the 13-hour range, someone from New York did.

Jim Sweeney’s time of 13:09 is the fastest reported in the country this year and will help the Hennepin Hundred grow its reputation as one the fastest courses anywhere.

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olleyball sub-sectional seedings were announced last week by the IHSA and Forreston picked up a No. 2 over Big Northern powers Rockford Lutheran (No. 3) and Oregon (No. 4).

Is that a surprise – the NUIC over BNC? Not really, especially when LenaWinslow is the No. 1 seed.

In that sub-sectional, the top four NUIC schools are 1-2-6-9. The higher enrollment Big Northern comes in at 3-4-5-8, so it’s fairly even between the two leagues.

What’s nice about the set-up is seeing teams from different conferences going at it. Being a regional host, Forreston should have an advantage against Lutheran.

Oregon has to travel to Le-Win to contend with one of the hottest teams in the northwest part of the state. Since Sept. 1, the Panthers hadn’t lost until the Chicago Latin tournament this past weekend.

Le-Win lost to Montini and Latin, but beat Galena, the other No. 1 sub-sectional seed to move to 22-4.

They also have a quality win over defending state champ Champaign St. Thomas More.

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On No. 5, a 20-minute delay wasn’t uncommon in traditionally long sectional rounds lasting up to six hours.

It can be hard for a golfer to stay in the groove, which Buck felt he was on the first nine.

“I found my swing on the first nine,” Buck said. “I started with a bogey, but got my groove around the fourth hole.”

With four birdie chances, Buck was making good work of his irons on the first nine. Making the turn at 41 left in great shape to make the cut, as an 82 would have qualified.

In reminiscing of his time at Oregon, Merrill leaves with fond memories, including winning the Byron Tiger Invite last year with a 73.

He also had an 81 at this Silver Ridge course in taking third at the 2016 regional.

“It’s been a lot of fun. I’m going to miss things like going on the bus rides,” said Merrill, who said his

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TRACTOR CLASSIC

Antique tractors were on display at Autumn on Parade festival

Left: Leah Watters took first place in the Mendota Cross Country race on Oct. 3. Below: The Oregon High School Cross Country team is pictured here with the head coach from Mendota High School cross country team after presenting the team with a $226 donation for their Cancer Run. The team wore pink, blue and purple tye dye shirts to honor all those who’s lives have been effected by cancer. Photo supplied

Antique farm tractors were featured at the 26th annual Antique Tractor Classic and Gas Engine Exhibit held at Oregon Park East on Oct. 6 as a part of the 2018 Autumn on Parade (AOP) activities.

“Many tractor exhibitors enjoyed taking part in the eighth annual

tractor drive through downtown Oregon,” said show volunteer Stan Eden. “Each Exhibitor was awarded a dash plaque with the AOP logo.”

WGN radio personality and nationally respected agricultural

See TRACTOR CLASSIC, Page 19

Roger McCauley of Oregon smiles as he rides radio personality Max Armstrong’s Farmall tractor in the tractor parade at Autumn on Parade. Photo by Earleen Hinton

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

Oct. 1 At 6:25 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash at the intersection of Pines Road and 10th Street involving a 2002 Chevrolet driven by Robert A. Geiken,21, of Oregon, and a 1994 Volvo driven by Elizabeth Gonzalez, 28, of Oregon. Geiken was issued citations for disobeying a stop sign and operating a vehicle with an expired registration.

Bosco A. Hoover, 41, of Rockford, was arrested at 11 a.m. on an outstanding Lee County warrant for contempt of court. Hoover was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Amanda L. Anderson, 33, of Rock Falls, was arrested at 10:07 p.m. on an outstanding Whiteside County warrant

for failure to appear on a traffic charge.

Anderson was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Oct. 3 Derrick M. Williams, 31, of Rockford, was issued a citation at 10:01 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

This violation occurred in the 100 block of South Fourth Street.

Oct. 4 At 11 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the 1000 block of Pines Road involving a 2011 GMC driven by Stephanie R. Beran, 34, of Dixon, and a parked 2006 Dodge belonging to Sheila Larson, 36, of Polo.

No citations were issued.

Oct. 5 At 11:41 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash at the inter-

section of South Daysville Road and East Washington Street involving a 1997 GMC driven by Vincent P. Tabor, 17, of Oregon, and a 2014 Chevy driven by Justin E. Thompson, 34, of Dixon.

Thompson was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Oct. 7 At 1:15 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash at Seventh and Monroe Streets involving a 2004 Chrysler driven by Dale R. Clark, 38, of Ashton, and a 1995 Ford driven by Jacob T. Hagemann, 19, of Mt. Morris. Clark was issued citations for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Jason A. Marks, 44, of Oregon, was arrested at 8:15 p.m. for two counts of stalking. Marks was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

One parking ticket and eighth verbal/ written warnings were issued Oct. 1-7.

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 Oct. 1-7 Checking a Subject/Vehicle...............7 Citizen Complaints.............................16 Juvenile Complaint............................... 1 Animal Complaint................................ 4 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem............ 4 Disturbance / Domestic......................2 Assist EMS / Other Department....... 4 Alarm Response / Open Door or Window.............................................3 Lockout Vehicle/Building....................5 911 Hang-up / Open Line.....................5 Traffic Stops........................................12

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• TRACTOR CLASSIC

:Antique farm tractors were featured at the 26th annual Antique Tractor Classic and Gas Engine Exhibit held at Oregon Park East as a part of the 2018 Autumn on Parade festival on Oct. 6. Shown here, left to right, are: Grace Mongan Ogle County Fair Queen who assisted in presenting the awards; third place Dan Mongan; second place Remmer Schuetz; and first place Tom Brown. Photo by Stan Eden

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broadcaster Max Armstrong exhibited his 1953 Farmall Super M in the show and also participated with his tractor in the Harvest time Parade on Sunday.

Currently Armstrong is Communications Director of Farm Progress Publications Company.

Show Awards were made based on the ballots cast by the exhibitors. Winners were: First place, Tom Brown, of Oregon with his 1949 Allis Chalmers “G”; Second place Remmer Schuetz of Ashton with his 1918 - 10-18 Case; and third place Dan Mongan of Oregon with his Allis Chalmers B. “The AOP Antique Tractor Classic Committee wishes to thank the following donors: Central Bank, sponsorship of Max Armstrong with his tractor at the Tractor Classic and the Grand Parade on Sunday afternoon,” said Eden. “Thank you to Birkey’s Farm Store of Polo, Blount International (Woods Equipment Company) of Oregon, Holland and Sons John Deere Implement of Dixon and Ogle County Farm Bureau for sponsorship of awards and raffle items at the Tractor Classic.”

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You're invited to Byron Nuclear Station’s Annual Community Open House!

Monday, Oct. 22 from 4:30 to 7 p.m.

Byron Nuclear Station Training Building 4450 N. German Church Road Byron, Ill. Employees will guide visitors through hands-on nuclear plant activities, staff informational booths on different topics, and lead the guests through the plant’s Control Room Simulator – which is a replica of the actual Control Room in the plant.

The company’s robot “Pepper” will be in attendance to talk to guests. Light refreshments will be served.

The free event does not require registration, though sign-ups on the plant’s Facebook page called “Exelon Byron Generating Station” are appreciated.

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2018 ELECTION Ogle County Clerk Laura J. Cook said last week that her office complies with the Federal Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act. Temporarily physically incapacitated voters who find it difficult or nearly impossible to go to the polls on Election Day may now ask for a Vote by Mail ballot without having the signature from their physician, as long as they contact the office of the county clerk and ask for an application.

Citizens can early vote in person at the county clerk’s office at the Ogle County Courthouse, 105 S. Fifth St., Oregon, or request a Vote by Mail ballot, and Cook will send an application to be filled out.

Upon return of that application, Cook will then send out the ballot.

Download an application by visiting the Ogle County Official website at www.oglecounty.org by going to the “I Want To” tab, select “Application for Vote by Mail Ballot.”

This application must be filled out and

mailed or hand delivered to the county clerk’s office, who will then mail the Vote by Mail ballot to the voter.

After voting the Vote by Mail ballot it must be mailed or hand delivered back to the county clerk’s office, so it can be counted on Election Day. The Ogle County Courthouse is accessible to the handicapped for voter registration.

Cook will send a deputy registrar to the residence of any person who wishes to register to vote and is unable to go to a registrar.

For information on this service, call Cook’s office at 815-732-1110.

The last day to register to vote or change your address is Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018, with the exception of grace period voter registration and transfer of registration beginning Wednesday, Oct. 10 and ending Tuesday, Nov.6 in the county clerk’s office.

Early voting will be conducted at the county clerk’s offi through Monday, Nov. 5 for all Ogle County precincts.

For more information call t 815-7321110.

Ages: 7 years and up Come and work on your chess strategy and learn a new move or two. Drop in anytime between 1 and 3 to begin playing. Beginners welcome!

Slime Party Friday, Oct. 26 10 to 11 a.m. for ages 6-9 years 1 to 2 p.m. for ages 10-14 years 3 to 4 p.m. for families with children ages 6-14 years We’re making slime! Butter slime, crunchy slime and more. Mix it, play with it, and take it home.

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At this travelogue, you’ll learn a host of surprising facts, and experience the diversity of Chile.

BYRON LIBRARY Baby Boogies Tuesdays, Sept. 4-Dec. 11 (no class November 20), 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Ages: Birth-18 months, with caregiver Songs, art, parachute time, bubbles and playtime.

Explore new activities to do with your baby.

History of Bald Hill Presented by Mary Rose Filip Tuesday, Oct. 16, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Byron Forest Preserve’s newest property, Bald Hill Prairie Preserve, is a unique gravel-hill prairie ecosystem.

It is home to state endangered flora and fauna, as well as Illinois’ largest tree.

Come explore this time capsule of mid-18th century pioneers, patriots, and veterinarians who owned this land.

There’s even a little mystery to ponder.

Chess Enthusiasts Saturday, Oct. 20, 1 to 4 p.m.

Haunted Rockford with author Kathi Kresol Thursday, Oct. 25, 6 to 7 p.m.

Kathi Kresol, local historian and founder of Haunted Rockford Paranormal Tours will share strange tales, ghost stories and hidden haunted history from Rockford.

Kathi, founder of Haunted Rockford Tours and author of Rock River Times column, “Voices from the Grave,” has been researching local history for more than a decade.

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Marie Antoinette travels through time in the dramatization of the book: Marie Antoinette The Journey, by Antonia Fraser.

Dramatist Martina Mathisen will reveal the truth behind this very much misunderstood queen, from a teen bride enveloped in pure opulence to the most hated woman in France.

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Discover Chile Presented by Dr. Art and Elaine Breck Monday, Nov. 5, 6 to 7 p.m.

Traveling from Santiago to Punta Arenas, this husband and wife duo collected pictures and stories to share.

Come hear highlights of their adventure and see photos of beautiful birds

Tween & Teen Advanced Soap Making Monday, Nov. 12, 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Ages: 10-14 years Take the next step in soap making by picking your own molds and color combinations.

See different swirl and layering techniques before picking one to use for your own creation.

Must have taken beginner soap class prior to advanced class.

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Library Dance Party Monday, Oct. 15, 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Ages: 18 months-5 years, with caregiver Join us for a monthly music and movement program!

Explore new music and move with shakers, scarves, and ribbon wands.

Learn “The Basics” on memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease Presented by Susan Sklar of Alzheimer’s Association, Illinois Chapter Monday, Oct. 22, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Attendees will learn the difference between normal, age-related memory changes and more serious memory problems that should be evaluated by a medical professional.

Topics will include: common causes of memory loss, risk factors and the importance of an accurate diagnosis.

Tween & Teen Beginner Soap Making Monday, Nov. 12, 1 to 2:15 p.m.

Ages: 10-14 years Hands-on soap making just for tweens and teens!

Make two goat milk melt and pour soap bars. Select your own color and scent to make your one-of-a-kind soap.

A safe and fun way to begin soap making!

Priority given to new participants; repeat participants can register beginning Oct. 12.

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Boa constrictor found, rescued near Fulton

“Jake the Snake” has a new home in Iowa SAUK VALLEY MEDIA news@saukvalley.com Jake the Snake has a new home, after being rescued last week near Lock and Dam 13 at Fulton.

The seven-foot-long boa constrictor, likely a pet – and one that may have been intentionally released – now belongs to with Maliki Wilkinson, of Marion, Iowa, who named him.

Logan Foster, 32, of Fulton, found the snake sunning itself on some rocks on July 23 in the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, and snapped some pictures, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said in a release on Oct. 3.

Foster sent photos around to several wildlife experts, but didn’t notify natural resource agencies.

Ed Britton, district manager of the ref-

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uge, said he learned about the snake from a retired Illinois Department of Natural Resources biologist who received a photo from Foster.

“He [Foster] didn’t know who to report the snake to,” Britton said.

Fish and Wildlife staff heard rumors the snake was in the Potter’s Marsh area of the refuge, and advised the Corps of Engineers staff to be on the lookout.

Mark Nettles, a Corps employee and, coincidentally, a snake buff, spotted the chilly, lethargic boa laying alongside the road near the dam as he was on his way to work, and loaded him into his truck bed.

After several calls trying to relocate the reptile, refuge staff found Don Becker, a snake rescuer and educator from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, who then found Wilkinson.

Becker couldn’t determine Jake’s, or maybe Jackie’s, gender because the snake still is recovering from wounds received while outside.

It’s lucky he was captured – a boa would die a slow, painful death if exposed to Illinois’ harsh winter, the release said.

Corps of Engineers employee Mark Nettles holds the 7-foot-long boa constrictor that was captured Oct. 3 near Lock and Dam 13.

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If you’re 65 or over, you will receive a high-dose version of the vaccine ($62). There will be no out-of-pocket expense if you are covered by Medicare Part B (please present Medicare card) or a Medicare HMO accepted by FHN (there’s a list available at each location; covered persons MUST present the Medicare HMO card instead of the Medicare card for the billing process).

All immunizations not covered by Medicare or a Medicare HMO must be paid for by cash or check payable to FHN. The prices shown here are only available at these flu shot clinics; other rates may apply in FHN offices. No other insurance coverage can be accepted at these flu shot clinics, and per government regulations, no Medicaid cards can be accepted at these locations.

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The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department will conduct the monthly electronics recycling drop-off event on Friday, Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the south end of the County Annex building, 909 Pines Rd., Oregon.

County staff and volunteers will be available to assist with items and a brief survey will be conducted.

Proof of Ogle County residency will be required.

This collection is for household

per vehicle per month.

Large tubs, boxes, or crates full of assorted electronics will be treated as one large item.

Just because it has a plug doesn’t Be familiar mean it is accepted. with accepted items and bring only those to the event.

Items commonly brought to these events but get turned away include vacuum cleaners, toasters, ovens, lamps, heaters, fans, dehumidifiers, coffee makers, electric razors and toothbrushes, smoke detectors, flashlights, alkaline batteries, and sump pumps.

To decrease the wait time for everyone, sort items and bring only those that are accepted.

Also leave all packaging (boxes, plastic wrap, Styrofoam) from electronics at home.

The cardboard is accepted in your regular recycling pick-up, and the other materials put out with your normal waste pick-up.

For a full list of accepted items visit www.oglecounty.org.

For more information or to recycle business or institutional electronics, call the OCSWMD at 815732-4020.

Since this program is for Ogle County only, residents of other counties should contact their county or municipal government office to inquire about local recycling options.

ability with its annual dinner will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Learning Center, Oregon.

Tickets can be purchased by calling 815-732-2126.

The cost is $15 for adults, $5 for ages

5 to 12, and free for those age 4 and under.

A number of awards will be made to those who attend the Village, organizations, businesses, and individuals from Consider within Ogle County.

attending as VOP recognizes the many people who contribute to the success of the agency and celebrate another year of accomplishment.

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items only generated in Ogle County. No business or institutional electronics will be accepted.

Items accepted at these events include all televisions, DVDs and VCRs, all computer hardware, desktop printers, FAX machines, copiers, computer monitors, laptops, tablets, cell phones, computer cables, video game hardware, satellite receivers, digital clocks and radios, stereo equipment, speakers, phone systems, calculators, holiday light strands, printer ink cartridges, CFL bulbs, rechargeable batteries, and microwave ovens ($5 per microwave oven).

A limit is set of 7 large items (TVs, monitors, computers, microwaves)

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COURT NEWS

Drug Court certified by Illinois Supreme Court The Illinois Supreme Court recently approved the certification of the Ogle County New Horizons Specialty Court Team’s Drug Court Program.

Ogle County implemented New Horizons Drug Court in August of 2009 to address substance-dependent offenders due to the lack of resources available within the State of Illinois to combat these crimes.  Drug Court is a voluntary program which incorporates intensive individualized treatment plans and recovery programs, increased levels of community supervision, and facilitates participants to become productive, responsible citizens in our community.  Specialty Courts, like Drug Court, reduce the ripple-effect cost of these non-violent offenses, hold participants accountable for their behaviors, and prevent recidivism.  By entering into the Drug Court

Ogle County New Horizons Specialty Court Team • Clayton L. Lindsey, DUI Court Presiding Judge • Ben Roe, Drug Court Presiding Judge • Eric Morrow, Ogle County State’s Attorney • Dennis Riley, Public Defender • Brooke Plachno, Specialty Courts Coordinator; • Brigette Beckman, Probation Officer • Brian Peterson, Probation Officer • Emily Roemer, Probation Officer • Kevin Buss, Sinnissippi Centers • Brian VanVickle, Ogle County Sheriff; • Lieutenant Jason Lynn, Ogle County Deputy • Dr. Adeyemi O. Fatoki, medical doctor program, many offenders avoid the revolving door of the Illinois Department of Corrections, where if sentenced, many offenders come out better criminals without any rehabilitation. In 2017, the Administrative Office of Illinois Courts (AOIC) mandated

all Specialty Courts within the State of Illinois to become certified by the Illinois Supreme Court.  All previously existing Specialty Courts were permitted to operate during the certification process.  This process included reviews of policies and procedures, the partic-

which shall be remitted upon successful completion of probation and conditional discharge. Hanson also ordered him to pay total fines and costs of $2,022 and have no contact with the victim. Four counts of aggravated battery were dismissed pursuant to plea agreement.

abuse of a victim age 13-16, status hearing Oct. 10, possession of a controlled substance, preliminary hearing Oct. 10.

Melissa A. Jacobsen Lucas, 42, Mt. Morris, driving on a revoked or suspended license, case dismissed.

Emily Jahnke, 22, Rochelle, aggravated reckless driving, status hearing Oct. 24.

Robby D. Sims, 49, Rockford, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, pretrial conference Nov. 26.

ipant handbook, and other supporting documents.  An Ogle County site visit was conducted that included observation of Drug Court staffing and court proceedings followed by individual interviews of the Drug Court Team.  The Illinois Supreme Court certified Ogle County New Horizons Drug Court on Sept. 5.

Since its inception in 2009, Ogle County New Horizons Drug Court has had 32 successful graduates. Graduates have an 84 percent success rate, which is defined as offenders who do not commit a substance-related felony crime following their graduation.  Successful programs, such as the Ogle County New Horizons Drug Court, can turn these offenders lives around so they are no longer viewed as criminals but as productive community members.

STATE’S ATTORNEY Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric D. Morrow reports the following court activity.

Sept. 26 Gary Wright, 64, Rockford, driving while license revoked, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, failed to appear, arrest warrant remains in force.

Oct. 1 Casimir Williams, 20, Dalton, home invasion, aggravated battery, armed robbery, sentencing hearing Nov. 14.

Jonathon Miller, 39, Forreston, pleaded guilty to battery. Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to 30 days in jail,

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OBITUARIES Wilbur Loren Bowman, 88, of Polo, died on Monday, Oct. 8, 2018 at Pinecrest Terrace in Mt. Morris, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on Sept. 13, 1930 in Middlebury, Indiana, Wilbur was the oldest of six children of Noble and Ethel (Eisenhour) Bowman.

He married the love of his life, Evelyn Jean Wales, on Dec. 31, 1950 in Polo.

Wilbur was an electrical engineer by trade, and started Bowman’s Electric in 1968, which he was involved with until his retirement in 2011.

A proud Dad, Grandpa, and Great-Grandpa, Wilbur was the anchor

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Brethren and many community choirs.

He was also a Ride Captain and flag support vehicle for the Illinois Patriot Guard Riders.

He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; daughter, Stephanie (Fred) Schmidt; daughter-in-law, Joann (Greg) Bowman; sons, Jeff (Annette) Bowman; Rod (Cathy) Bowman, and Mike (Kimberly) Bowman; sisters, Berniece (Byron) Douma and Janice Bizzari; brothers, Walter (Anna) Bowman, Clair (Barbara) Bowman, and Ron (Susan )Bowman; 17 grandchildren

and 12 great-grandchildren He was preceded in death by his son, Greg Bowman; daughter-in-law, Annette Bowman; grandson, Timothy Bowman; and sister-in-law, Barbara Bowman.

Visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 12 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Polo Family Funeral Home, 110 E. Dixon St., Polo.

Services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13 at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Brethren in Polo.

Burial will immediately follow at Fairmount Cemetery in Polo.

Memorials may be directed to the Good Samaritan Fund with Pinecrest Manor.

To send condolences, visit www.polofamilyfuneralhome.com.

retiring in 2015 from Rockford Rigging Inc. His passion in life was being an outdoorsman.

As an avid hunter, gunsmith, goat wrangler, trap shooter, horseman and fisherman Jim was a modern day cowboy.

A lifelong Chicago Bears fan, he could often be heard in the neighboring county sharing his opinions with the television screen when the glory of the 1985 Monsters of the Midway began to fade.

Those most blessed to share their lives with Jim, knew him simply as Papa, The Man, The Myth, The Legend.

His memory lives on in the hearts of his wife of 36 years, Trudy (Byrd); and their children Brett (Michele) Piefer, Sara (Lisa) Piefer, Jennie (Jon Rodriguez) Byrd, and Stephanie (Brian) Kaskavage; and eight grandchildren, Ryan, Abigail, Emily, Dylan, Isaac, Jameson, Graham and Caroline.

He lived a celebrated life, treating friends like family, offering help to those in need and in the spirit of his childhood hero John Wayne who said “Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway.”

The funeral service was held on Oct. 11 at the Oregon United Methodist Church with the Rev. Megan Smick and Rev. Randy Heinzeroth officiating.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund is established in Jim’s name. To leave a condolence visit www.farrellhollandgale. com.

Arrangements were completed by Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon.

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George (Buster) Klein, 77, of Linton, Indiana, died on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.

He was born in Toccoa, Georgia, on Nov. 24, 1940 to Giles and Jeanette (Moorhead) Klein. His parents precede him in death.

George was a proud Seabee in the U.S. Navy where he served two tours in Vietnam.

Upon being discharged from the Navy, George worked as a civilian ammunitions inspector for the Savanna Army Depot in Savanna, and Crane Army Ammunition Activity in Indiana.

He attended schools in Sterling, later receiving his GED. He loved to “get away” and be outdoors. George enjoyed duck hunting, but his passion was riding his Harley Davidson out on the open road.

Whether making a trip to the Moonshine Store in Clark County, Illinois, or heading south to Rabbit Hash, Kentucky, and Rolling Thunder ride to Washington, D.C., George was always eager to ride!

George is survived by his brother, Tom (Sharon) Klein, of Oregon; his fiancée, Sandi Rambo, of Anderson, Indiana; and several loving nieces and nephews.

A private family service will be conducted in Oregon at a later date.

Bonnie Lou (Hansen) McKean, 75, died on Sunday, Sept. 30, in Rockford, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on May 13, 1943, in Ashton, to Orville and Gladys (Hersch) Hansen.

She married Robert Curtis (Curt) McKean on Oct. 9, 1964.

She lived her adult life in Polo, and worked many years at the Polo Chiropractic Clinic.

Bonnie was selflessly dedicated to her family.

She was always there for support, an airport pickup, a weekend with the grandkids, or a Sunday night phone call.

She bravely fought lung cancer for many years, yet she never complained and seemingly never tired.

She was always on-the-go, spending time with family and friends.

In addition to her grandchildren, she loved politics, finance, health, and traveling.

She also loved her animals, and even the strays knew a good place to get a free meal.

She is survived by husband, Curt McKean; children, Robert McKean, Michele McKean, and Greg McKean; and family members Corinne McKean (daughter-in-law), David Lirgameris (son-in-law) and Shari Wakenight (ladyfriend-in-law, along with Becca and Alyssa). She deeply loved her grandchildren Sean McKean, Taylor Lirgameris, and Lauren Lirgameris - and they loved her with all their hearts.

The youngest of five children, Bonnie is survived by Russell Hansen, Glenn Hansen, and Esther Hughes. She was preceded in death by Neva Grady.

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James Stephen Fleming, 66, of Oregon, better known as Jim, Jimbo and Papa, died on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 at home surrounded by loved ones following a valiant and hard fought 13-year battle with leukemia.

Jim was born July 11, 1952 in Dixon, to Stephen Harry and Janie Medrith (McMillion) Fleming and older sister Penelope.

He married Trudy Byrd on Aug. 29, 1982.

He worked over three decades as a salesman in the tri-state area specializing in material handling equipment,

of his family.

He enjoyed making apple cider and sharing his love of music and life.

For many years, Wilbur was an active member of the Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, and a member of the Polo and Illinois State School Boards.

Along with his wife Evelyn, Wilbur volunteered throughout the country in disaster response efforts through the Church of the Brethren.

Wilbur held a longstanding position as choir director at the Polo Church of the

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OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following arrests.

Oct. 1 Elaina J. Bray, 26, of Kingston, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for possession of drug equipment. Her bond was set at $10,000 (10%) bond pending a court appearance Michelle E. Ware, 35 of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear ($3,428 full cash bond) and petition to revoke ($1,500 bond at 10%). She was held at the Ogle County Jail pending a court appearance.

Oct. 2 Dwight J.D. Banks, 24, of Clinton, Iowa, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He posted the $710 full cash bond and was released with no further court date needed.

Donald R. Long, 39, of Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Long’s full cash bond was set at $8,963.41 pending a court appearance.

Kevin Staten, 29, of Rochelle, was

arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Staten’s full cash bond was set at $546 pending a court appearance.

Oct. 3 William Peyton, 47, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He had a bond for $2,657 and was given a $1,000 recognizance bond pending a court appearance.

Paige Massey, 20, of Elgin, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for speeding. She was jailed in lieu of a $3,000 (10%) bond pending a court appearance.

Oct. 4 Michael Uttecht, 36, of Compton, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for unlicensed. He posted $5,000 (10%) bond pending a court appearance.

Oct. 5 Levi B. Lauritzen, 26, of Polo, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Lauritzen posted $411 as bond and was released

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Nicholas A. Mendez, 21, of Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear.

Mendez posted $1,508 bond and was released from the Ogle County Jail.

Oct. 6 Deputies, along with Byron Fire/EMS personnel, responded to the 12000 block of Kennedy Hill Road for a one-vehicle accident.

Both occupants were transported by Byron Ambulance to RMH for treatment of serious, but not life-threatening injuries.

At the hospital, the driver of the vehicle, Mitchell A. Wessels, 33, of Sterling, was charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol and driving while license suspended. He was also cited for operating an uninsured vehicle and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. He was released on an IBond.

The passenger, Lucas W. Hopkins, 37, of Rockford, was cited for failure to wear seatbelt and given a civil citation for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Barbara Ballard, 59, of Mt. Morris, was arrested on a warrant for failure to

appear. Ballard’s bond was set at 1,981, but she received a recognizance bond for $1,000 and was released from the Ogle County Jail. She is scheduled to return to court on Oct. 29.

Oct. 7 At 4:50 p.m. deputies, along with Leaf River EMS, were dispatched to 5779 W. Townline Rd. for a domestic problem.

During their investigation deputies learned that John Oltmanns, 58, of Leaf River, had struck his wife with his vehicle.

He was arrested for aggravated domestic battery and jailed in lieu of bond. She was transported to an area hospital for minor injuries.

Alyssa Poff, 26, of Ogle County, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Poff posted $416 bond and was released from the Ogle County Jail.

Oct. 8 Kaile M. Boney, 25, of Byron, was arrested for driving while license suspended. Boney posted $3,000/10% and was released from the Ogle County Jail.

She is scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 26.

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Please be advised that the Public Test of the Optical Scan tabulating equipment and count program to be used at the November 6, 2018, General Election, will be held in the Ogle County Clerk’s Office, 105 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL on October 22, 2018 at 9:00 am.

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Sept. 26 Manuel Salazar, 54, of Sterling, was stopped at 7:56 p.m. on Ill. 40 at Interstate 88 in Whiteside County after a routine registration check revealed the registered owner had a suspended driver’s license.

Salazar was charged with driving while license suspended and released on an I-bond.

Diana G. Romero, 20, of Rockford, was stopped for speeding at 12:18 a.m. on U.S. 30 at Lyndon Road in Whiteside County and charged with driving while license suspended and no insurance. Romero was released on an I-bond.

Sept. 29 Jason L. Tompkins, 33, of Rock Falls, was stopped for an equipment violation t 7:36 p.m. on Interstate 88 eastbound at milepost 26 in Whiteside County and charged with driving while license suspended. Tomp-

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kins was released on an I-bond.

Oct. 2 Rona R. Pfister, 48, of Morrison, was stopped for speeding at 7:37 p.m. on Interstate 39 northbound at milepost 81 in Lee County and charged with driving while license suspended, speeding, and no insurance.

Pfister was released on an I-bond.

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

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

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.

Oct.1 Alvin R. Ward and Robin J. Ward, warranty deed to Richard M. Newman and Heather Newman, 126 Harvest Glenn, Scott Township, $180,000.

Oct. 2 Nickolas Hoffman, quit claim deed to Jennifer Hoffman, 501 Barbara St., Mt. Morris.

Delores Shank Davis, deceased, by heirs, warranty deed to Lisa A. Keysear, 1822 N. Weller Drive, Mt. Morris Town-

ship, $48,000.

Gail Finch and William E. Finch Jr., warranty deed to Bradley Carter and Tricia Carter, 6692 E. Oak Hill Rd., Marion Township, $197,000.

Betty J. Messer and Vivian F. Houpt, warranty deed to Patrick Lee, 208 N. Franklin St., Byron, $127,000.

Jennifer Hoffman, quit claim deed to Nickolas Hoffman, 4494 W. Ill. 64, Mt. Morris Township.

Patrick J. Hogan and Michelle A. Potts, warranty deed to Dwayne Tracy and Sherry Tracy, 800 Lakewood Greens Drive, Taylor Township, $245,000.

Wayne E. Wilson and Sharon G. Wilson, warranty deed to Xavier A. Calderon, 106 S. Commercial St., Forreston Township, $108,500.

Marilyn J. Primrose, warranty deed to Tara Manning, 923 N. 16th St., Rochelle, $92,000.

Alojzy Czaplinski and Eva Czaplinski, warranty deed to Adilene H. Cortes, 11698 E. Sunset Lane, Flagg Township, $110,000.

Stan A. Bennett, warranty deed to Askvig Boys Construction LLC, 300 S. Third St., Rochelle, $121,000.

Archer Daniels Midland Company, warranty deed to FS Grain LLC, Dement Township, third party, 9560 Ill. 38 East,

Dement Township, $3,219,177.

Oct. 3 Federal Home Loan Mortgage Company, warranty deed to DY Holdings LLC, 603 N. Division Ave, Polo, $25,500.

Timothy J Hayden, quit claim deed to Matthew Svela and Andrea Svela, South Westwood Avenue, Rochelle, $12,000.

Richard G. Rhoads and Mary Ann Rhoads and Johnie E. Mudge, warranty deed to Lauer Properties & Investments LLC, 500 E. Washington St., Oregon, $137,000.

Kennay Farms Distilling LLC, warranty deed to Juan Jacobo, 507 & 509 Fourth Ave., Rochelle, $92,500.

Rogers Ready Mix & Materials Inc., warranty deed to T&R Rentals, Quarry Road, Flagg Township, $50,000.

Anita M. Grace, warranty deed to Earl J. Kittle Jr. and Lynn Smith, 7134 Rock Nation Rd., Taylor Township, $70,000.

Phyllis Sigley, warranty deed to Kenneth M. Christer and Michelle M. Christer, 725 Belair Drive, Byron, $157,000.

Thomas Rogers and Kristine Rogers, warranty deed to Brooke Engberg, 208 W. Hitt St., Mt. Morris, $90,000.

David A. Wiesner, quit claim deed to Leonard D. Gowers and Sue E. Gowers, 1001 S. Fourth St., Oregon.

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Sept. 28 Meredith S. Arjes, quit claim deed to James E. Arjes, 5429 S. Mill Pond Rd., Flagg Township.

Robert T. Chadwick and Kristine M. Chadwick, warranty deed to James D. Carle,1045 Turkington Terrace, Rochelle, $135,000.

Andrew R. Taylor and Carole A. Taylor, warranty deed to Preston L. Turner, 714 N. Eighth St., Rochelle, $75,000.

Gloria L. Mason, warranty deed to Meredith S. Arjes, 1300 Scott Ave., Rochelle, $144,000.

Stanley A. Weber, warranty deed to James L. Neuschwanger and Andrea D. Green, south and adjacent to 503 Oriole Lane, Polo, $7,841.

Stanley A. Weber, warranty deed to Matthew R. Mekeel and Cassandra L. Mekeel, south and adjacent to 501 Oriole Lane, Polo, $6,970.

Robert A. Folk, warranty deed to Emile E. Jones, 4411 S. Ill. 2, Oregon-Nashua Township, $125,000.

Nashua Development Corp., warranty deed to E.D. Etnyre & Company, 1333 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon-Nashua Township.

Nashua Development Crop., warranty deed to E.D. Etnyre & Company, vacant farmland, Oregon-Nashua Township.

Nashua Development Crop., warranty deed to E.D. Etnyre & Company, 1005 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon-Nashua Township.

Nashua Development Crop., warranty deed to E.D. Etnyre & Company, 911 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon-Nashua Township.

Nashua Development Crop., warranty deed to E.D. Etnyre & Company, 1117 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon-Nashua Township.

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The Illinois State Police reported the following activities in District 1, which includes Ogle, Lee, Carroll, and Whiteside Counties and is headquartered in Sterling.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Requests for Bids Notice is hereby given to interested parties that bids are being sought for hauling service for the Ogle County Drop-Off Recycling Program.

Sealed bids will be accepted until 10:30 a.m. on November 13, 2018 at the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department, 909 Pines Road, Oregon, IL 61061.

The Request for Bids may be requested by email, on the website www.oglecounty.org, or at the OCSWMD. For information call 815-732-4020.The Ogle County Board HEW/Solid Waste Committee reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

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The City of Oregon will be flushing fire hydrants on the following dates: October 8-12, 2018-North of Washington Street and East Side October 15-19, 2018 – South of Washington Street The Flushing is a requirement of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and A recommendation of the Insurance Services Office. City Water may be rusty during the operation and residents should refrain from washing clothes etc. during the hours of the flushing operation. At night if your water is rusty, allow the cold water to run until it clears up.

October 5, 12, 2018

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, Defendants.

NO. 2018-CH-78 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Notice is given to Defendants, BRUCE E. DENTON, KELLYN C. DENTON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ILLIONOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS, and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS of the following described real estate: 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 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.

The undersigned certifies that the above entitled mortgage foreclosure action was filed on August 21, 2018, 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 holder of record is Bruce E. Denton and Kellyn C Denton.

4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Part of Northwest 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 South west Quarter, 136 feet to a point; thence East parallel with the first described course, 201.0 feet to a point; thence North, 136 feet tto he place of beginning; situated in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois.

5.Common address or description of the location of real estate is as follows: 4 S. Hannah, Mt. Morris, IL 61054 6. A. Name of Mortgagor: Bruce E. Denton and Kellyn C. Denton.

B. Name of Mortgagee: Union Savings Bank C. Date of Mortgage: September 5, 2008.

D. Date of Recording: September 16, 2008.

E. County Where Recorded: Ogle F. Recording Document Identification: #200800808670 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 October 31, 2018. A JUDGEMENT 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 THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTION (15 USC 1692A) October 5, 12, 19, 2018

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARTIN CARL WITTIG, Deceased.) No. 2017-P-64 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of MARTIN CARL WITTIG. Letters of Office were issued on September 25, 2018 to WILLIAM F. WITTIG, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the estate is Gary L. Ecklund, 4023 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61108.Claims against the estate may be filed on or before March 31, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later.

Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Ogle County Circuit Clerk--Probate Division at the Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, IL 61061, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of the claims filed with the Circuit Clerk's Office--Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

DATED: September 26, 2018 Name: Gary L. Ecklund Attorney for Estate Address: 4023 Charles Street City: Rockford, IL 61108 Telephone: (815) 229-5333 October 5,12,19, 2018 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: No. 2018-P-63 LAVON EYTALIS, Deceased.

CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of LAVON EYTALIS of Byron, Illinois. Letters of office were issued September 28, 2018, to LORI L. DIAZ, 12400 Whispering Winds Dr.,Roscoe, IL 61073. as Independent Administrator, whose attorney are WILLIAMS McCARTHY LLP, 120 W. State St. P.O. Box 219, Rockford, IL 61105.

The estate will administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminate to the Clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. Fifth St. Room 300, Oregon, IL 61061, or with the representative, or both, within six months from the date of first publication of the Claim Notice, or within 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to the creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the represetative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

LORI L. Diaz, Independent Executor October 12,19,26, 2018

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CASA 15th Judicial Circuit (Lee/ Carroll/Ogle Counties) is seeking volunteers in the Ogle County area to advocate for children in the Ogle County court system involved in abuse and neglect cases.

Your involvement can impact a child’s future.

Contact Trisha Morrow, Executive Director (815) 288-1901 www.casaleecar roll.com

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OREGON Energy Efficient, residence in excellent condition, Oregon.

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ROCKFALLS NEW TODAY 2-3BR 2BA, 900 Regan Rd. #318,1998 Marshfield, 16'x80', 1280 sq. ft., washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator, outdoor shed, taxes current 815-535-9162

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Sauk Valley Media in northwestern Illinois is looking for a dynamic reporter with a desire to make a difference through community journalism. Sauk Valley Media, part of Shaw Media, publishes two daily newspapers: the Telegraph, in Dixon, and the Daily Gazette, in Sterling.

About this Opportunity: This full-time position offers variety! You will spend time on the road delivering company products, but you will also have the opportunity to work and learn to use new equipment in the commercial printing department, in a team oriented environment.

About This Opportunity: The right candidate will cover either the police and courts beat, or the education news beat, while also writing features and enterprise stories that explore the subjects real people (our readers) actually spend their time thinking and talking about. And you will be part of a reporting team that works with experienced editors who are serious about teaching and leading.

Responsibilities: • Drive company owned trucks and/or vans in order to make deliveries and pick-ups.

• Work in the commercial printing department with various equipment and on a variety of projects.

Some professional experience preferred, but will accept candidates with an undergraduate degree and experience as an intern or with a college newspaper. Priority will be given to candidates who can generate quality in-depth and investigative pieces. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, reliable transportation and acceptable motor vehicle record.

Enjoy the Rewards of Working Among the Best: In return for your contributions to our success, Shaw Media offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401(k) with company match.

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Send a cover letter that explains your interest in community journalism, along with a résumé and a list of three references who will swear you’re too good for us to pass up, to ...

Apply online: www.shawmedia.com/careers Or Mail to: Sauk Valley Media - Reporter Attn: Rusty Schrader est. 1851 PO Box 498 • Sterling, IL 61081

Shaw Media

About Shaw Media: Shaw Media publishes over 150 titles in Illinois and Iowa. Its holdings include websites, newspapers, magazines, Pro Football Weekly, a video production unit and a digital marketing services division.

Founded in Dixon, Illinois, Shaw Media has been privately owned by the Shaw family since its inception in 1851.

Enjoy the Rewards of Working Among the Best: In return for your contributions to our success, Shaw Media offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401(k) with company match.

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Interested candidates please submit your resume and cover letter: Online:[ http://www.shawmedia.com/careers ]www.shawmedia. com/careers OR mail to: Sauk Valley Media re: Driver - Bindery Asst.

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Sauk Valley Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pre-employment drug screen and background check is required. This posting may not include all duties of the position.

Sauk Valley Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pre-employment drug screen and background check is required. This posting may not include all duties of the position.

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NEW TODAY Avonlea Cottage of Dixon 16 Unit Memory Care Home ----------• Part-Time Housekeeper •Part Time Cook •C.N.A. Full-Time 7a-3p Full-Time 3p-11p Part-Time 11p-7a Apply in Person: 503 Countryside Lane, Dixon, IL 815-288-6044

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NEW TODAY Local trucking company is looking for local drivers.

Must have a good MVR & valid CDLA. Home every night. Serious inquiries only.

Phone 815-6774867 for more info.

Resthave Home is looking to hire a full-time Business Manager.

Office This position is responsible for the general operation of office duties as well as overseeing accounts payable, receivaccounts able, Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurance billing. Healthcare experience is preferred, but not required.

Applications are available in the Business Office at Resthave or send resume to Resthave Home Attention: Jill Smith 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL 61270.

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About Shaw Media: Shaw Media publishes over 150 titles in Illinois and Iowa. Its holdings include websites, newspapers, magazines, Pro Football Weekly, a video production unit and a digital marketing services division. Founded in Dixon, Illinois, Shaw Media has been privately owned by the Shaw family since its inception in 1851.

Requirements: • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and acceptable motor vehicle record • Mechanical aptitude • A passion to learn how to run and maintain machines and equipment • Ability to work in a team environment to do what it takes to get the job done • High school diploma or equivalent • Bindery experience preferred, but we will train the right person

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The Village of Progress, Inc., is seeking a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) to join our staff. We are a non-residential Day Training Center serving approximately 90 adults with developmental disabilities. A wellqualified candidate will have: current QIDP a certification, bachelor's degree, excellent people skills, and solid communication skills. 5+ years of experience desired.

Responsibilities Include: caseload of 2030, administration of ICAPs, direct care assistance as needed, serving on various in-house committees, driving 14-passenger van on outings as needed, willing to obtain CDL, miscellaneous responsibilities.

We have a 49 year history of serving with excellence.

We are proud to offer a stable and dedicated staff, competitive pay, and generous fringe benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Please submit a resume with references to PO Box 418, Oregon IL, 61061.

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POLO GARAGE SALES 624

NO INDIVIDUAL, GIGANTIC unless licensed or 3 DAY POLO holding a permit as ESTATE SALE a childcare facility, FRI SAT SUN may cause to be OCT 12TH, published any ad13TH, 14TH vertisement solicit9-4 ing a child care ENTRY #'S service.* A childFRI 8:15AM care facility that is 1642 North licensed or operatFreeport Road ing under a permit Polo, IL issued by the Illi24' room full of nois Department of Chicago Bears Children and Famicollectibles ly Services may Gold/diamond publish advertiseand Sterling ments of the serjewelry 1966 Chevy vices for which it is Corvair specifically libarber's chair, censed or issued a coins, lift chair, permit. Sauk Valley stair lift, baby Media strongly grand piano urges any parent or handicap ramp, guardian to verify gorgeous furnithe validity of the ture, tools, farm license of any facility before placing a primitives, linens, hundreds of child in it's care. collector plates, *Family homes that small care for no more collectibles, mid than three (3) chilcentury lamps, dren under the age artwork, major of twelve or which appliances, receive only chilprimitive furnidren from a single ture, much more household, for less ALL ITEMS WILL than 24 hours per BE PRICED FOR IMMEDIATE day, are exempt PURCHASE. from licensure as GO TO OUR day care homes.

WEBSITE AT The three children www.down to whom this exsizers.org for emption applies includes the family's over 200 pictures DOWNSIZERS natural or adopted ESTATE SALES children and any 815-766-1611 other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day APPLIANCES 710 care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 Refrigerator & (c)) Stove, 3 yrs. old, electric, glass top, 815-499$700 9735 after 2.

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Charcoal colored Couch & 2 Lazyboy recliners from D&E furniture less then a yr old $1200 for all o.b.o 815-499-9904 Full size bed (new) complete W/ mattress & linen plus 6 drawer dresser. $350 for all 812-870-1636

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2003 Dodge Intrepid. High Miles. $600 815-499-0367 2004 Honda Piolet EXL V6, 4 wheel drive, automatic, DVD player , 7 passenger 240,000 miles runs great $2,995 708-7523742 1227 N. Vernon St. Princeton

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2016 John Deere X730, 54 in. deck, mulching att. 170 hrs. $8200.

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MF 1144 Corn Head, $500 815772-3060 or 815631-5027

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Hiring Bonus for Welders and Machine Operators Apply online at etnyre.com

E. D. ETNYRE & CO.

1333 S. Daysville Road, Oregon, IL

M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer

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Iowa Interstate Railroad

(South Amana, IA & Silvis, IL) has an immediate need for railroad conductors.

Earn $26.00/hr after probationary period.

Varied hours.

Drug screen & background check required.

Interviews start soon.

For a complete job description or to apply, visit www.iaisrr.com.

The mission of Iowa Interstate Railroad is to satisfy our customers by providing safe, quality transportation services, in a way that enables our customers and our company to succeed. Iowa Interstate Railroad is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CONNECTING IOWA & ILLINOIS TO THE WORLD.

HELP WANTED:

Heavy Equipment Operator The City of Oregon is accepting applications for a Heavy Equipment Operator. Applicants must have a high school diploma. Also requires Illinois Class B CDL license with air brakes or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Background in auto mechanics and building maintenance a plus.

The City of Oregon offers an above average salary for its region and city size as well as a robust benefits package.

Background check and a pre-employment physical and drug screening required.

If interested, call or write to request details of the position opening. Resume and application due by October 15th, 2018 5:00 P.M. to: Oregon City Hall, 115 N. 3rd St. Oregon, IL 61061. Applications and extended description can be found at cityoforegon.org in city announcements, or requested by phone: 815-732-6321 or e-mail: oregoncityclerk@comcast.net.

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1992 Dodge Handicap Van Braun lift 83,000 miles, good condition, NO RUST $2600 o.b.o 815-273-7600

TRAILERS/RVS

2000 Yamaha VStar Classic 1100 cc's, Black $2500 815-973-0155 leave message.

2016 Coach Men Freedom Express V Nose length 34ft 2 slide outs 20 ft awning-A1-shape 352-817-9018 RV unit is in Rock Falls

2003 Goldwing Candy Dragon Red 79k mi. Excellent cond. Many extras. $7,100 815-535-7169 2004 Yamaha Royal Star Venture, 38k mi.,, 1 owner, well maintained, exc. cond., to ride. ready $4,785 815-4410747

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Location: The Auction Shed at 900 S. Division Ave (Rt 26), Polo, IL 61064 See advance salebills, possible color photos on our website at topauctions24-7.com/paspolo & Auction Zip

Household - Tools - Etc 2 Whirlpool refrigerators (1 is sideby-side); 2 chest freezers; usual kitchenware, sm appl, pots & pans, etc; flatware; misc china; lots of glassware; nest pyrex bowls; oak table w/5 chairs; corner cupboard; buffet; dropleaf serving cart; hutch; misc tables & chairs; cookbooks; canning jars; assorted Longaberger baskets; upright piano; pictures & frames; knick knacks; craft items; holiday decorations; Romance books; 2 flats coin banks; jewelry boxes; sm amount of jewelry; cuckoo clock; games; exercise equip; Auto Go Vision Chair; bedroom dressers, beds, etc; Lane cedar chest; bedding & linens; assorted hand tools; power tools; tool boxes; anvil; vise; dust accumulator; Sears jointer; alum step ladder; gas powered water pump; weed eater; adjustable stands; yard & garden tools; Simplicity snowblower; 2 alum 2 whl carts; hyd pallet jack; Cole’s wood burning stove; Blackhawk cherry picker; Quartz heater; various fishing poles, reels & lures; Arctic Cat snowmobile; Pennsbury sulky; 2 wheel trailer w/title; plus lots more misc.

Collectibles Painted step back cupboard; curved glass secretary; rockers; captain’s chair; 2 flat top trunks; Pepsi machine; DuGrenier cigarette machine; 2 other vending machines; sm glass top display case; metal egg baskets; wall crank telephone; 2 man saw; yardsticks; wood adv boxes; Miller beer sign; sm coaster wagon; kerosene lamps; barn lanterns; lg wood bowl & paddle; misc crocks; silver flatware; sm spongeware pitcher; Wagner Junior cast corn pan; ladies hats; Blue Willow dishes; 20 steins; Tom Thumb cash register; KAT tin fire truck; Marx steel trestle bridge; General tin motorcycle; tin Tornado B45; Structo semi & trailer; BuddyL wrecker; Tonka metal fire truck, hook & ladder; plastic ‘52 IH pickup; Aloha plastic ukulele IH spreader & disk; Marx elec train Southern Pacific 6000. Train track, 2 engine, 3 cars; Structo dump truck; sand loader; tin Merry-Go-Round; NH red combine; lots of midget toys 1/64 size; plus lots more.

Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Lenny Bryson (IL#440000158) 815-946-4120 Mark Ebert (IL#440000341) 815-946-2809

Clerks: Public Auction Service Lyle & Sheryl Hopkins (IL#440000185) 815-946-2660 or 800-848-9519 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 proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold.

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Sunday, October 14, 2018 - 9:30 am Items belonging to Walter C Knack Co, Lil Schumacher Est, Sandy Rogers, Vera Wubbena Est, James Fuller, Jim Marshal & others. Viewing will begin sale day at 8:00 am. Auction ringone starts on rack items at 9:30 am. Ring two starts at 12:00 noon on floor items.

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NEW TODAY 1997 Ford Ranger XLT Sports, brand new tires, great body, 79k mi., $3900 815-6250907

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Finish what you start and head into the weekend with a clear conscience. Kind gestures toward your peers will help you build strong alliances that will eventually pay off.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don’t mix emotions and money. You stand to gain if you are direct and you control what happens regarding contracts, investments and health matters. A gift or money is heading your way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Give a little, take a little but, most of all, participate.

You’ll gain perspective from the people you encounter. An important relationship will strengthen if you discuss its prospects.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Keep an open mind when dealing with a partner or someone in charge. It’s in your best interest to keep a positive attitude if you want to promote some of your own ideas.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You’ve got swagger, so strut your stuff. You’ll be noticed by both friend and foe. Put any anger you harbor on the back burner and make positive gestures that will satisfy everyone.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don’t take sides. Avoid an argument at all costs.

Indulgence may mask a problem, but it won’t solve it. Positive change begins within. Focus on selfimprovement.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Speak up and say what’s on your mind. Your contribution will change the way others view you and open a door to better days ahead. Romance is on the rise. ©2018 UFS

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