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“Big old hole” pops up in front of Shell station along Route 26 in Polo / 5

1-MILE FUN RUN

Earleen HInton/Shaw Media Kids start the 1-mile fun run at the Maggie & Amos Foundation’s Infinity Run + Family Fun Event on Saturday, June 10. The event is held in memory of Maggie Meyer (Rosko) and her son Amos, 3, who died in October 2016 in Byron. Story, page 3.

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Lifeline Food serves 184 people in May

By SHARON WALLACE Volunteer

The Lifeline Food and Self-Help Project is located in Conover Square, 201 S. Third St., Oregon, Suite 6.

We served 184 people in May. We are in need of Hamburger Helper, pork and beans, baked beans, rice, pancake mix

LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS

Kable Band Concert set for June 21

An Oregon High School graduate will be the featured soloist at the June 21 Kable Concert Band performance.

“Kable Band is proud to present the first soloist of this summer. Performing an exciting solo on the drum set will be Brandon Rowe,” band member Sylvia Saunders said. “Brandon is a 2023 graduate of Oregon High school and is a member of the Kable band, one of our own.”

Performances are Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. at the Reckmeyer Band Shell in Mt. Morris. The band is under the direction of OHS band director Andy Eckardt.

OREGON LIBRARY NEWS

2023 Summer Reading Program – Find Your Voice! Through July 28. Brochures are available and registration is ongoing. Free to residents ages 3 to 17 of the Oregon Public Library District. Registration is required for all activities.

Trivia Quest – Each week a trivia question will be posted at the library. (Clues will be hidden around the library). Solve the question and submit your answer at the library. You have one week to submit your answers. Two individuals with correct answers will receive a prize.

I Spy Hunt in the Library! (3 and older). Pick up a game card at the desk and locate specific items on the card. If you find all the items and their locations, you may select a prize.

Mondays in June – Story Time (18 months to 6 years) at 10 a.m.

Activity Time, 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 20, DIY snow globes (first grade and older). Registration is required.

Yoga Talk, Thursday, June 22, 10 a.m. for 8 to 12 year olds; 11 a.m. for 13 and older. Registration is required. Do you wonder about yoga? Come and enjoy an introductory class. Improved balance, strength, endurance and flexibility are all skills that can be gained from yoga. Exercise your body, express creativity and enjoy time with friends while learning poses, practicing

and syrup, jelly and soaps. We wish to thank everyone who helps. We really appreciate your support.

Pantry hours are 1:30 to 4 p.m. Tuesday and 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday.

Store hours are 1:30 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday and 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday.

“Enjoy the concerts every week with a variety of music selections for all. Come early for ice cream socials. Benches are provided or bring a lawn chair,” Saunders said. A patriotic concert will be presented at 7:30 p.m. July 4 before the Let Freedom Ring fireworks behind the former DLR school.

Summer Lunch Program underway

Summer Lunch Program free lunches will not be served the week of July 4 at the Mt. Morris location. Meal service will resume Tuesday, July 11.

The Northern Illinois Food Bank is offering

breathwork and playing games.

Lego Club, 2 p.m., Thursday, June 22, second graders and older. Registration is required. The club is designed to provide an enjoyable activity that stimulates and develops spatial intelligence.

Animal Quest, 3:30 p.m., Monday, June 26, all ages. Registration is required. Adventure starts here. Come see, touch and learn from the founders of Animal Quest, a Chicago area 5-acre farm that is home to more than 130 animals. This is an interactive presentation at the library with live animals.

Teen Tech Afternoon, 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 27, 13 and older Registration is required. Come to the library for an afternoon of tech. See and use the tech offerings at the library, including 3D pens (bring ideas for your own creations) and Oculus VR headset.

Activity Time, 1:30 p.m., Thursday, June 29, first graders and older. Registration is required.

Adult Summer Reading Program, through Aug 11. Join others who are “too old” for the Children’s Summer Reading Program (yes, that includes 18 and older) for a low-key, stress-free Adult Summer Reading program. Oregon Public Library has two ways to record your reading progress. Give the library a call or stop by for information. We have brain game packets available again this

The Lifeline Food and Self-Help Project was created to provide food for people with low and fixed incomes. We serve Oregon, Chana and northern Grand Detour.

If your group would like to come and see what Lifeline does, call Sharon at 815564-8234. To reach the Lifeline office call 815-732-7891.

its free Summer Lunch Program at the Evangelical Free Church Christian Education Center on the southwest corner of Kable Square. Lunches are served on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to noon. The program runs through Wednesday, Aug. 9. Registration is welcomed. Call the Evangelical Free Church at 815-734-4942.

MMSC Rummage Sale is June 16-17

The Mt. Morris Senior Center rummage sale is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 16 and 17 during the Mt. Morris Townwide Sales. The center is located at 9 E. Front St. in Mt. Morris.

year. Completed brain game packets will be entered into the drawing for the Adult Summer Reading prizes at the end of the program. Follow us on Facebook, join our e-newsletter and visit our website for more about programs. All brain game packets and book logs must be turned in by the end of the business day on Aug. 11.

Braiding Sweetgrass & The Honorable Harvest, June 21, 7 p.m. A conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer, who is the award-winning author of “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teaching of Plants.” She will share her unique perspective on the interconnectedness of humans and nature and the importance of recognizing and respecting the gifts of the earth. Registration is required. Visit oregonpubliclibrary.com.

Book Clubs

The Afternoon Book Club meets at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 21, to discuss “The Rumor” by Elin Hilderbrand.

Books on Tap meets at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 22, to discuss “The Good Son” by Jacquelyn Mitchard.

Is This Just Fantasy? Book Club will meet June 27 at the library to discuss “Red Sister” by Mark Lawrence.

The 2WBC Book Club meets at 12:30 p.m. July 12 to discuss Ready Player One” by Ernest Cline.

Friends of deceased teacher run to preserve her happy memories

Money raised by Maggie & Amos Foundation’s Infinity Run helps kids, schools

By EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@shawmedia.com

CHANA – Before walkers and runners lined up to start the 6th Infinity Run last weekend, Stephanie White reminded participants of the reasons for the event – Maggie and Amos.

“We do this to remember Maggie and Amos with happy thoughts,” said White, a social worker at Chana Education Center and co-worker of Maggie (Rosko) Meyer.

Maggie, 31, died in a house fire on Oct. 19, 2016, in Byron, along with her 3-year-old son, Amos. She was a school teacher at the Chana Education Center at the time of her death. Duane C. Meyer, Maggie’s ex-husband and Amos’ father, has been charged with four counts of first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated arson and one count of concealment of a homicidal death. His case is pending in Ogle County court.

Shortly after their deaths, Maggie’s friends and coworkers formed The Maggie & Amos Foundation, a 501(c) (3) organization, to keep their memories alive and help other schools and agencies with youth-related projects.

In January, a record-breaking number of requests were received for The Maggie & Amos Foundation’s “Fall” in Love Learning Grants and $8,700 was awarded to 22 educators in eight school districts. The maximum grant amount was $500.

There were a record number of applicants and number of projects funded, said Megan Dettman, one of The Maggie & Amos Foundation’s main coordinators. “That was really cool and we were able to give to a lot of different schools,” she said.

White echoed that sentiment Saturday, thanking everyone who was participating, donating or sponsoring the event.

“Maggie loved to run races, whether it was a 5K or a triathalon – she just ran,” White said. “We want to keep

happy memories of Maggie and Amos alive and seek all that was good about Maggie and Amos.”

Maggie was an advocate of students with disabilities and heavily focused on community inclusion and service to better the lives of others, White said.

Eight-month-old Penny Rose had the perfect seat for the run – literally.

Wearing a little pink hat, she leaned back comfortably in her stroller – powered by mom and dad Richard and Brittney Nelson of Polo – and watched the runners start the 5K.

At the race’s midpoint, Penny Rose had seen enough of the course and opted for a nap.

“She crashed at the two-mile mark,” Brittney said.

At the end of the race, the family sat outside the Chana Education Center eating breakfast.

“Yep, she woke up just in time for her bottle,” Brittney said, smiling. Saturday’s event started at the Chana Education Center with the 5K

and 1-mile Fun Run and Heritage Tractor Show, followed by breakfast in the school’s cafeteria. Events continued at the Rochelle Conservation Club – a few miles east of town – with a corn hole bags tournament and free children’s activities that included bounce houses, face painting, a scavenger hunt and silent and live auctions.

Live music by Burn N’ Bush and the monthly steak fry by Rochelle Conservation Club wrapped up the day’s events.

All proceeds from the event will be used to continue the foundation’s mission.

To date, the foundation has provided more than $42,000 in educational grants, scholarships and free children’s programming to local schools, libraries and communities.

Rock ’n’ roll band Bagshot Row returning to Mt. Morris on June 23

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Retro pop/rock band Bagshot Row is set to return to the Warren G. Reckmeyer Bandshell in Mt. Morris at 7 p.m. Friday, June 23. Performing the fun sounds of the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s, Bagshot Row adds its own identity to the best music of all time, including

favorites from The Beatles, the Monkees, The Rolling Stones and Cheap Trick, according to a news release.

“If you enjoy catchy, bouncy melodies with power pop cords and threepart harmonies all driven by a powerful backbeat, you’ll love Bagshot Row!,” said Larry Ubben, the Jamboree organizer.

Hector’s Cocina, from Oregon’s historic Conover Square, will have its food trailer on-site starting at 6 p.m. The menu will include tacos, nachos, homemade chips, taco salads, burritos and more. A local ice cream vendor also will be in attendance.

“Please bring a blanket or chair or make use of the new benches when you

join the fun of a free rock ’n’ roll concert on Mt. Morris’ beautiful historic campus, located two blocks south of Illinois Route 64 on Wesley Avenue,” Ubben said.

“In the event of rain, please check for an alternate location posted on Facebook.com/mtmorrisjamboree, MtMorris.net or MounderTown.com.”

Photos by Earleen HInton/Shaw Media

5K runners start the Maggie & Amos Foundation’s Infinity Run + Family Fun Event on Saturday, June 10. The event is held in memory of Maggie Meyer (Rosko) and her son Amos, 3, who died in October 2016 in Byron.

Isabelle Fish, 6 of Stillman Valley heads to the finish line of the 1-mile fun run.

Stronghold Castle to be topic at June 24 Depot program

By EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@shawmedia.com

OREGON – Danny Pierce, executive director of the Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center north of Oregon, will present an introduction and overview of Walter Ansel Strong, publisher of the Chicago Daily News and owner of Stronghold Castle on Saturday, June 24, at the Oregon Depot Museum.

The program begins at 10 a.m.

In 1928, Strong bought 360 acres of property overlooking the Rock River to build a summer home for his family. It’s now called the Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center.

Unfortunately, Strong spent only one summer in the almost completed castle before dying of a heart attack on May 10, 1931, at his home in Winnetka, Illinois. He was only 47.

His wife, Josephine, divided her

time between the Winnetka home and Stronghold until her death in 1961.

Stronghold was sold to the Presbyterian church in 1962 and operated as a four-season retreat center until 2019 when it separated from the presbytery.

Today, Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center is a nonprofit that operates year-round without underwriting by the Presbyterian church. The castle and camp have become a wedding destination location with guests able to stay overnight on the property while they attend wedding celebrations.

Pierce is a former college professor at Maryville College in Tennessee who was brought to Illinois in 2016 to manage the transition from the private to public institution.

For Depot information, call Otto Dick at 815-440-0639, Roger Cain at 815757-9715 or Chris Martin at 815-742-8471.

Ogle County Historical Society meeting is June 26

The Ogle County Historical Society’s next monthly meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 26, in the Carriage House Annex (behind the Nash House Museum) at 111 N. Sixth St. in Oregon. Everyone is welcome to attend. You do not have to be a member to attend.

The museum is open from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays and 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays through September.

Tree clearings at Franklin Creek State Natural Area are a concern

using the equestrian trails.

By RACHEL RODGERS and EARLEEN HINTON rrodgers@shawmedia.com and ehinton@oglecountynews.com

FRANKLIN GROVE – Restoration efforts at Franklin Creek State Natural Area that include clearing certain trees and growing prairie have a group of horse riding enthusiasts and others raising concerns about aesthetics and making the trails less “user friendly.”

Earlier this year, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Middle Rock Conservation Partners and The Nature Conservancy cleared an area near the horse trails to get rid of what they describe as “weedy” trees of mostly box elder and some cherry, elm and honey locust. They then planted a mix of more than 100 wildflowers and grasses.

“At FCNA, open grown oaks are crowded with trees that are not oak,” according to project details from Middle Rock. “Thinning the small trees serves oak regeneration and wildflower recovery, which benefits wildlife.”

According to signage at the park: “This will create a diverse habitat for all kinds of wildlife and support the rare oak woodland next to it. The oak woodland needs more sunlight, increased air movement and occasional prescribed fire.”

The projects are meant to promote the oak-hickory forest in the park and follow state conservation goals of protecting species in greatest need of conservation, site superintendent Matt Hoogerwerf said.

“The recent habitat projects are designed to restore Franklin Creek State Natural Area, identified as a high-priority focus area, to an oak-hickory-dominated upland forest as set forth in the Illinois Wildlife Action Plan,” he said.

“The Wildlife Action Plan, created in 2005 and updated in 2015 with the help from over 100 partners in conservation, attempts to ‘assess the health of Illinois’ wildlife and supporting habitats, identify the problems they face and, most importantly, outline the strategies and actions needed to conserve them over the long term.’ ”

Marge Dixon, a horse rider and member of the Franklin Creek Horsecamp and Trails group, said she has been using the trails for 35 years and the trees provided not only shade near the trails but also beautiful scenery.

Concerned about recent and future plans for tree clearing and increased prairie, Dixon hosted a meeting at the park at the end of May and said about 40

or 50 people attended.

“This is one of the most diverse woodlands in Lee County. The diversity of trees makes it beautiful,” Dixon said. “There’s got to be some kind of compromise.”

She said she wants people’s concerns to be heard and to find a way to work with officials to ease off the clearings.

Jim Lillyman, chairman of the Franklin Creek Conservation Association, and John Nicholson, the organization’s co-chairman, joined Dixon and other area residents Wednesday in asking state Rep. Brad Fritts, R-Dixon, to intervene in plans to remove further trees along the trails.

Nicholson said the area wasn’t a prairie historically and it has been a recreation area for local residents, created by volunteers who built shelters and trails.

“It wasn’t a prairie unless you go back 20,000 years,” he said.

The park includes 12 miles of equestrian trails and camping only for those

“We use that area. We should have some voice,” said Jim Merrell, a horse rider who lives west of Polo. “The grasslands are beautiful and what they are doing north of Naylor Road is fine. But not many people can get in to see it on horses or by walking.”

“We have a premiere horse facility that people come from all over to enjoy,” David Dixon said.

Franklin Creek State Natural Area is located in Lee County, northwest of the village of Franklin Grove and east of Dixon. Franklin Creek flows throughout the park, which spans about 900 acres and includes a 198-acre nature preserve.

The mill spring provided water power for the largest grist mill in Lee County, constructed in 1847.

It also is home to the Franklin Creek Grist Mill, which is leased to the Franklin Creek Conservation Association and owned by the IDNR.

Franklin Creek Conservation Association members are the stewards of the grist mill and use it as a Welcome and Education Center, hosting activities and events as well as temporary and permanent exhibits.

Lillyman said the FCCA advocates for all users of the park and will try to keep it as a “people’s park.”

Fritts said he would seek additional information from everyone involved in the project to see if a compromise could be reached. He also said he plans to ride horses at the site soon.

Fritts’ visit to Franklin Grove marked the first day of his 2023 Summer Tour that includes traveling office hours and coffee and conversation events held on alternating weeks until Aug. 30.

Photo provided by Michal Burnett, Ogle County Historical Society Walter Strong is shown outside Stronghold Castle with his dog in 1930.

Alex T. Paschal – apaschal@shawmedia.com

Marge Dixon and other horse riders will miss the cooling canopy and aesthetics of the trees if the clearing continues to take place at Franklin Creek State Natural Area.

By EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@shawmedia.com

POLO – Public Works Director

Kendall Kyker was just about ready to head home from a long day of work June 9 when someone reported a “big old hole” in front of the Shell station along Route 26.

Kyker sped over to the intersection of Colden and Division avenues.

“Yep, there it was, a very big hole,” he said. “They said you could fit a car in it and I believe you could have.”

Kyker has been working side by side with Martin & Co. as the Colden Street Project – a $3.5 million storm sewer improvement plan – enters its second year. The project encompasses about 10.5 blocks in both the downtown business district and residential neighborhoods and is meant to help regulate water buildup on Division Avenue during torrential rain events.

The sinkhole was formed by an old leaky stormwater sewer pipe located under the state highway’s concrete base and asphalt topping, Kyker said, as he looked into the

hole with Travis Coil of Martin & Co.

“It’s an old pipe made from clay tile,” he said. “That’s one of the reasons we’ve been doing this project.”

Coil and Kyker estimated the hole to be 10 feet long, 7 feet wide and 10 feet deep. They jumped into action and had a city dump truck bring large loads of gravel to fill in the hole temporarily.

“We knew we were going to run into this type of thing anyway, but this is bigger than we thought,” Kyker said. “This is actually on the list to get fixed.”

Coil said his crew was working west of the intersection when the hole appeared.

“It’s a good thing it happened while we were all here. It would have been really bad if it would have happened after dark,” he said. “This was literally a preexisting condition, but God was here and said, ‘Fix it now.’ ”

One lane of the highway was shut down as the emergency repairs were made. The highway was expected to be OK for travel over the weekend, Kyker said, with more repairs scheduled for this week.

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Travis Coil (center) of Martin & Co. looks down into a sinkhole that formed on Illinois 26 in Polo late Friday afternoon. Coil and Polo Public Works Director Kendall Kyker (right) supervised as gravel was dumped into the hole as a temporary fix. Coil and Kyker estimated the hole to be 10 feet long, 7 feet wide and 10 feet deep.

Many memories are made at family reunions

It is summertime and that means reunions.

For me, this year was the gathering of the Isley family in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, at the Drury Plaza Hotel.

It is hard to believe that we started out 40 years ago at the home of my Uncle Bill and Aunt Maxine Zickfield beside the rose gardens in Cape Girardeau.

My sister Ruby Jean took it from there and two years later we gathered at the Pere Marquette State Park and I remember crossing the river on the ferry. We had lost my Uncle Bill, but Elizabeth came just a few days old in her little carrier and we all were introduced to the latest member of the family.

Organizer Ruby Jean had us for five reunions at the Holiday Inn in Effingham, Illinois, and we loved that little place with its outdoor pool. It had an overhang covered patio where the older people could visit and watch the families playing in the pool. We commented this weekend on how

Betty Obendorf

much we enjoyed that spot. But we outgrew it and Ruby Jean looked for another spot.

The Northfield Inn at Springfield was not even completed when Ruby Jean lined us up for seven reunions in Springfield. They had things for the kids to do and an ice cream shop, which was a favorite place to visit in the evening.

We gathered Friday evening at a big restaurant for fish that was wonderful. We had a long table of Isley cousins chattering away. We kept the museums busy the next day and we had an indoor pool for the kids.

We celebrated my Aunt Carma’s 90th birthday at Northfield Inn and time marched on. We lost Aunt Carma at 100 this past year.

When we said goodbye in 2018, lit-

tle did we know that would be the last time we would see my brother Ed, and Ruby Jean by that time was in the nursing home in Polo. But cousins in Missouri picked up the reins and we went back to Cape Girardeau, Missouri, in 2021.

This year, those Missouri cousins again planned a great time for us and we started gathering Friday afternoon at the Drury Plaza Hotel in Cape Girardeau. Early Saturday morning, Claire from Metropolis and Holly and Rose from LaPorte met up for the first time and they instantly connected. Olivia from Cape Girardeau joined them that evening and those little girls had what they called a “blast.” That is what it is all about. Family getting to know one another.

At noon Saturday, we all gathered at the farm of cousin Mike, his wife, Nancy, and their son John. We had a wonderful picnic lunch and the kids had a great time playing in their pool. Visiting was superb. Mike is a minister in Cape Girardeau and has church groups there.

Our evening dinner for more than 60 people was at the Drury Hotel and we celebrated my 91st birthday. We also met the newest member of the family that evening. We even had a fire alarm and the fire trucks came to the reunion.

Many memories are made at these reunions and we have many picture boards and a big genealogy family tree that my sister Ruby Jean made years ago.

The young people pore over that tree each time and they are fascinated with it. Histories of my grandparents, stories and memorabilia of family members are out on a long table. By the time people leave, they know more each time about the family, and the tradition my aunt and uncle started goes on.

My sister Ruby, who put her heart and soul in all those reunions, would have been pleased.

• Betty Obendorf is a retired teacher and a volunteer for the Polo Historical Society.

Illinois Route 2 running through Oregon is a Blue Star Highway

By OTTO DICK

The Blue Star Memorial Program was a project started by the National Garden Club in 1945 to honor men and women who served during World War II.

The designation of Blue Star highways was achieved through petitions to state legislatures and cooperation with the state departments of transportation. In 1951, a uniform marker was designed to include all men and women who had served, were serving or would serve in the armed forces.

On Nov. 4, 1955, Illinois Route 2 from South Rockford to Sterling running through Byron, Oregon and Dixon was designated a Blue Star Memorial Highway. A sign was erected in 1970 during the Vietnam War paying tribute to the U.S. armed forces.

The sign was sponsored by the Rock River Garden Club and is located at a rest area on the banks of the Rock River on Illinois 2. It is a short distance from the Lee and Ogle counties border.

The Blue Star Highway sign is one of eight located in northwest Illinois. Three others are located on IDOT property. These are at the Turtle Creek rest area on Interstate 39 and Interstate 90 southwest of South Beloit and the Willow Creek Rest Area on Interstate 39 in Lee County.

During World War II, the Blue Star became a marker for sons and daughters who were serving in the armed forces. The Blue Star was seen on flags and banners in homes as well as in churches and businesses.

The program started out as highway memorial markers and then memorial markers at locations such as

national cemeteries, parks, veterans’ facilities and gardens.

The term Blue Star has come into use as a reference to having a family member in active service, and the Gold Star refers to the loss of a family member in military service.

The Silver Star is used to represent those discharged from service because of wounds.

• Otto Dick is a retired teacher and has researched Ogle County history for several years.

Photos provided by Otto Dick

On Nov. 4, 1955, Illinois Route 2 from South Rockford to Sterling running through Byron, Oregon and Dixon was designated a Blue Star Memorial Highway.

The Blue Star during World War II was seen on flags and banners in homes for sons and daughters away at war.

Town & Country Days returning for 57th annual event

Festival runs through June 18; activities for all ages to be offered

By ALEXA ZOELLNER azoellner@shawmedia.com

POLO – The 57th Polo Town & Country Days is featuring new and returning activities for all ages.

The festival started Wednesday, June 14, and is set to run through Sunday, June 18, in downtown Polo.

“It’s hard to find events in small towns that are thriving,” said Joey Kochsmeier, Town & Country Days Committee first vice president. “If the community wants to keep things going like this, then it really needs to be supported.”

Megapasses for the carnival are $60, Kochsmeier said. Single-day passes will be available for $25 Friday and Sunday, he said.

“We’re lucky to have the carnival come to town when we’re so small,” Kochsmeier

said. “There’s not many communities that can say they throw their own carnivals like we can.”

On Friday and Saturday, there will be an ax-throwing trailer open from noon to 8 p.m., hosted by Hauling Axe 815.

“That seems to be big with people right now, so people can participate in that if they choose to,” Kochsmeier said.

New this year will be dinner under the festival tent from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, he said. Families will be able to enjoy live entertainment and dinner in the shade.

On Friday, there will be the P&C Little Rascals Petting Zoo outside the festival tent from 1 to 3 p.m.

The Father’s Day Grande Parade starts at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, followed by the band Just 4 Fun playing live in the festival tent at 1:30 p.m., Kochsmeier said.

For a full schedule of events, visit PoloDays.org.

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Stacia Hamill, of Dixon, takes a spin on one of the carnival rides at Polo’s Town & Country Days on June 18, 2022. With Hammil are Max Miles, 2, Riley Miles, 3, and Aden Schuler, 6, of Polo.

OBITUARIES

ROBERT ‘BOB’ NOEL BENNETT

Born: February 19, 1940

Died: June 8, 2023

MT.

MORRIS, IL –

Robert “Bob” Noel Bennett, age 83, passed away on June 8, 2023 at KSB Hospital surrounded by his family.

Bob was born on February 19, 1940 in Chicago, IL, the son of Joseph and Mary (McCabe) Bennett.

Bob graduated from Providence St. Mel High School in 1958, was in the Army from 1958-1960 and graduated from DeVry Tech in 1964 with an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. On June 8, 1963, Bob married the love of his life, Carol Sylvester, at St. Pascal Church, Chicago, IL.

Bob and Carol have spent 55 years in the

LLOYD V. DEVRIES

Born: September 23, 1920 in Forreston, IL

Died: June 6, 2023 in Freeport, Il

Lloyd V. DeVries, 102, of Shannon, Illinois completed his long earthly journey, Tuesday June 6, 2023 at FHN in Freeport, IL. He was born September 23, 1920, near Harper, IL to Lewis and Carrie (DeWall) DeVries. He attended country school and Shannon High School. On December 18, 1945, he married Gladys Swalve at Forreston Grove Presbyterian Church. In March of 1946, they moved to the home farm near Shannon where he lived the remainder of his life, and earned a living as a dairy, hog, and crop farmer. Until her passing, they celebrated 65 years together. They improved and expanded the farming operation as they witnessed remarkable inventions and innovations. He enjoyed working with his family and neighbors, first threshing and later baling, and chopping silage, picking ear corn and later combining shelled corn. He finally retired from harvesting in 2020, doubting he could climb the ladder to get into the cab. He returned in 2021, to harvest his neighbor’s corn, planted with a 6-row planter with his 6-row corn head, resulting in a satisfying 258 bushels per acre. He did continue

community. During this time, he worked at Kable Printing from 1964 to 1971 as an electrician while volunteering for the Mt. Morris Fire Department. He then joined the Schaumburg Fire Department in 1971 until he retired in 1994 as a Lieutenant. Memberships include the Sunset Golf Course (board member for 16 years), Mt. Morris Moose Lodge, VFW, and the American Legion.

So, who was Bob Bennett? He was an excellent handyman, could fix anything, and knew electrical and plumbing like the back of his hand. (If God is a carpenter, he’s about to get a lesson.) He owned a tool for every need and sometimes duplicates. But if you borrow a tool, don’t put it back in the wrong spot! Everything has its place even inside the house. Did you know he used to drag race at the Byron Dragway in his 1964 light blue Chevy Nova? He could even steer with his knees! Boy, how things have changed. He could be seen cruising the town in his car or in his “jazzed up” golf cart at the same speed in both … SLOOOOOW! Bob was always buying or selling vehicles, so much so we’ve lost count on how many he owned over the years. One of his mottos was “Everything’s for sale.”

to mow lawn, and renewed his license each ear so he could continue to drive to church each week and patrol the neighborhood to determine a crop status. He was a member of Forreston Grove Presbyterian Church where he was ordained a ruling elder in 1956, a member of Carroll County Farm Bureau, serving on the FS board, as well as a member of Holstein Association. He is survived by: daughter, Lois Graff of Casper, WY, son, Larry DeVries of Shannon, four grandchildren: Mark (Cheryl) Graff, and Greg (Heidi) Graff of Casper, WY, Jill Graff of Douglas, WY, Eric (Josie Heath) Graff of Boise, ID, and great grandson Jason. Sister-in-law: Betty Swalve of Mt. Morris, Nieces: Carol Browning of Sherrard, IL, Joyce DeVries of Forreston, and Ann Horner Weafer of Olathe, KS, and nephews: Robert (Anita) DeVries of Forreston, and Mark (Michele) Horner of Shannon. Preceding him in death were: his parents, his wife, Gladys (2011), brother Raymond DeVries at 2 years of age in 1917, brother Leo DeVries (2009), sister-in-law Florence DeVries of Forreston (1991), brother-in-law Ivan Swalve (1999), brother-in-law Reynold Horner (2000) sister-in-law Doris Horner (2020) of Shannon, and son-in-law Paul Graff (2023) of Casper, WY. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 17, 2023, at Forreston Grove Presbyterian Church at 11:00, with visitation at the church from 9 to 11. Burial will be in Forreston Grove Church Cemetery. A memorial is being established.

Oh and, have you experienced his mad dance moves? Guaranteed trip to the chiropractor the next day.

Sunset Golf Course will miss his wealth of knowledge and “strong suggestions” on every aspect of its business. He could remember how he wired the electricity in the golf cart barn, how the irrigation system functioned, the history of the equipment, and on and on.

Not only did he love playing poker and golf, his daily routine meant a visit to the Peppermill at 4:30pm SHARP every day, parking in HIS spot, and sitting in HIS seat at the bar. Bob may have been a man of few words but he was always listening. When he did speak it was brief, intentional, and you grasped the message.

Bob and Carol were married 60 years to the day of his passing which is something to be admired.

Bob is survived by his wife, Carol; his children: Cary (Jeanette) Bennett Mt. Morris, IL, Julie (Shane) Jeffers, Avon, IN, Nancy (Tommy) Ackerman, Louisville, KY, Scot (Maggie) Bennett, Chicago, IL, and Christy (Scott) Gilbert, Oregon, IL; his grandchil-

STEVEN “STEVE” EUGENE GROBE

Born: March 11, 1956 in Dixon, IL

Died: June 11, 2023 in Polo, IL

Steven “Steve”

Eugene Grobe, 67, of Polo, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at his home surrounded by those he loved. He worked as a Brick Layer for Union Local #6 for 45 years.

Steve was born on March 11, 1956, in Dixon, the son of Lyle and Barb (Lohman) Grobe. He married Debra (Witmer) Grobe. She proceeded him in death on February 5, 2005. Steve was an avid sports fan, enjoyed hunting, golfing, and most of all, spending time with his family.

Steve is survived by his children, Ronald (Colleen) Grobe, of Polo, Stephanie (Nate)

dren: Breann Bennett, Ryan (Emily) Bennett, Taylor (Ethan) Harrison, Erin Jeffers, Tori (Logan) Jeffers, Amanda Jeffers, Ryan (Tori) Ackerman, Cameron (Summer) Ackerman, Carly Gilbert, Amy (Rob) Gilbert, and Michael (Jessica) Gilbert; and his great grandchildren: Walker Ackerman, Paxton Laurent, Brayden Wilson, Emma Gilbert, Brooklyn Wilson, and Makayla Gilbert.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary Bennett; and a great-grandson, Grayson Wilson.

A private family burial will be on July 23, 2023 at Oakwood Cemetery, Mt. Morris, IL. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Mt. Morris Moose Lodge on Saturday, July 22, 2023, from 1:00 to 4:00pm. We ask you to gather and celebrate Bob’s life with us by sharing your favorite memories and joyful moments.

Memorials to Mt. Morris Fire Department or Sunset Golf Course.

Bob was so loved and will be missed by all. Send us a sign letting us know you’re around. Until we see each other again…

Grobe, of Byron; five grandchildren, Adisyn, Byron, Logan, Olivia, Kya; one great-granddaughter, Lucy Gene; his parents, Lyle and Barb Grobe; one brother, Rick (Deb) Grobe, of Polo; two sisters, Dawn (Randy) Mitchell, of Polo, Debbie (Jim) Busser, of Polo; and his partner, Christy Bowlin.

Steve was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Henry and Edna Grobe; and maternal grandparents, Leslie and Anna Lohman.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home, in Dixon. Funeral Service will be 10:00 am, Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Preston-Schilling Funeral Home, in Dixon, with Pastor Jack Briggs, officiating. Burial will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, in Dixon.

A memorial has been established. Arrangements were completed by Preston-Schilling Funeral Home, in Dixon. Condolences may be sent to www.prestonschilling.com.

Photos by Earleen Hinton/Shaw Media

ABOVE: Carolyn Pasqualion stands on the wing of a 1957 Beechcraft T-34 Nacy trainer as her husband, Mark, chats with a visitor at a previous Fly-in/Drive-in

‘Best in the Midwest’ Fly-in/Drive-in Breakfast set for July 4

MT. MORRIS – The Ogle County Pilots will host their “Best in the Midwest” Fly-in/Drive-in Breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. July 4. The event will be at the Ogle County Airport, located at

3019 W. Illinois Route 64 in Oregon. Fixings include pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, applesauce and drinks. The cost for breakfast is $10 for ages 13 and older, $5 for kids ages 5 to 12 and free for children 4 and younger.

Stephenson County still at risk of impersonator making traffic stops

By ALEXA ZOELLNER azoellner@shawmedia.com

BAILEYVILLE – The Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information about a police impersonator who stopped a female motorist in rural Baileyville, north of Forreston, on May 30.

The motorist was stopped in the area of South Baileyville and East German Valley roads about 6:20 a.m., according to a Stateline Area Crime Stoppers post. The female motorist was told she was being stopped for “almost speeding” and for a registration light infraction, despite the fact that the daylight conditions at the time of the stop would have made it impossible to observe the lighting infraction.

During the course of the stop, the suspect asked for the motorist’s driver’s license and insurance information, and returned both documents after briefly reviewing them at the driver’s window, according to the post.

The suspect is a heavy-set white

male appearing to be 30 to 40 years old who is 5-foot, 10-inches to 6-foot tall with short, dark hair, a thick, dark-colored mustache and bushy eyebrows, Crime Stoppers reported.

The suspect vehicle is a white SUV with a yellow stripe on the side, a black brush guard mounted on the front of the vehicle and a light bar mounted on top in a manner in which it extends past both front doors, according to the post.

The light bar was not activated at the time of the stop; however, red and blue lights mounted on the front grill of the suspect vehicle were activated, according to Crime Stoppers.

If anyone has any information on this case, they should contact the Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office or Stateline Area Crime Stoppers.

Tips can be submitted to Stateline Area Crime Stoppers by phone by calling 1-866-TIPS NOW, through the Stateline Area Crime Stoppers “P3 Tips” mobile phone app, or online at statelineareacrimestoppers.com.

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Bring the family for breakfast and watch airplanes fly in from around the area. You’ll have the opportunity to get up close to see the aircraft. A gun raffle fundraiser and 50/50 drawing will be held. Possession of a valid FOID card is required to partici-

pate in the gun raffle, the proceeds of which will be donated to the airport. You do not need to be present to win the 50/50 raffle.

The goal for this year’s event is to serve 1,000 or more patrons. The event will be held rain or shine.

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Breakfast at the Ogle County Airport. LEFT: Joe Frainger, board president of Ogle County Pilots Inc., turns pancakes with Roger Doran, the group’s treasurer, at the 2022 Fly-in/Drive-in Breakfast at the Ogle County Airport.

Middle schoolers bring home medals at IESA state meet

Local seventh and eighth graders bring home 43 medals, 8 state titles

By TY REYNOLDS treynolds@shawmedia.com

Athletes from the Sauk Valley area made quite a haul at the IESA Class 1A and 2A state track and field meet at EastSide Centre in East Peoria. The seventh and eighth grade boys and girls combined to win 43 medals for finishing in the top eight and came home with eight state championships.

There were 21 medals won by the boys, led by two-event state champion Eli Ferris of Forreston, who won the Class 2A eighth grade 110 hurdles (16.20 seconds) and the high jump (5 feet, 8 inches). Rock Falls St. Andrew’s Rylan Alvarado won the title in the 2A eighth grade long jump (22-3.25) and took second in the 100 (11.23 seconds). Erie’s Carson Eyrich won the 2A seventh grade pole vault (8-6).

Girls athletes won 22 medals and also claimed four state titles. Fulton River Bend won the 2A seventh grade 4x400 (4:25.52) with the team of Wrenn Coffey, Kerby Germann, Chloe Wilkin and Breleigh Hayton. Amboy won the 2A eighth grade 4x100 (53.24 seconds) with the team

of Aubrey Wells, Maddie Althaus, Lili Leffelman and Alexa McKendry. That same quartet finished fourth in the 4x400 (4:26.25).

Milledgeville-Chadwick won the 1A eighth grade 4x200 (1:57.95) with the foursome of Jozlynn Castro, Kennedy Livengood, Adelle Wilkinson and Juliana Folkers. Forreston’s Bree Schneiderman won the 2A eighth grade 200 (27.39 seconds) and took second in both the 100 (13.27) and long jump (15-10).

Other seventh grade boys medalists were Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico’s John Holland in the 2A shot put (3rd, 38-6.5) and discus (5th, 108-3); Erie’s Elijah Franzen in the 2A long jump (4th, 17-1.25) and 400 meters (8th, 59.91 seconds); Erie’s Jackson Tegeler in the 2A pole vault (4th, 8-0); Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico’s relay team of Ace Wetzell, Logan McIntire, Mason Minssen and Holland in the 2A 4x100 (5th, 54.48); Erie’s relay team of Mason Voeltz, Noah Berk, Caleb Brown and Franzen in the 2A 4x200 (6th, 1:51.23); and Milledgeville-Chadwick’s Blake Wooden in the 1A discus (6th, 102-3).

Eighth grade boys medalists were Rock Falls St. Andrew’s relay team of Jackson Graham, Matthew Blackert, Parker Strommen and Alvarado in the 2A 4x200 (2nd, 1:38.94) and 4x400 (2nd, 3:47.69); Rock Falls St. Andrew’s John Rowzee in the 2A

high jump (2nd, 5-8) and 800 (7th, 2:14.93); Erie’s Bradyen Morrell in the 2A pole vault (3rd, 9-3); Eastland’s relay team of Kole Hauptman, Carsten Wade, Brecken Hayden and Phineas Mullen in the 2A 4x100 (3rd, 48.67); Forreston’s relay team of Jonathan Milnes, Ferris, Brody Schwartz and Hayden Vinnedge in the 2A 4x200 (3rd, 1:40.19); and Erie’s Nathan Punke in the 2A pole vault (8th, 8-6).

Other seventh grade girls medalists were Rock Falls St. Andrew’s Paizlee Williams in the 2A 200 (3rd, 27.90 seconds), long jump (3rd, 15-4.5) and 100 (4th, 13.66); Erie’s Ayden Grawe in the 2A pole vault (6th, 6-9); Erie’s Kelsi Packer in the 2A long jump (6th, 15-0.5); Fulton River Bend’s Wilkin in the 2A 100 hurdles (7th, 18.07); Fulton River Bend’s Hayton in the 2A 400 (8th, 1:05.46); and Fulton River Bend’s Coffey in the 2A discus (8th, 72-0).

Area eighth grade girls who also earned medals were Rock Falls St. Andrew’s Ella Ford in the 2A high jump (tied 2nd, 4-11); Erie’s Sarah Link in the 2A 800 (3rd, 2:27.81) and long jump (8th, 15-1); Erie’s Lexi Kapple in the 2A pole vault (3rd, 7-9); Amboy’s Althaus in the 2A 400 (6th, 1:03.41); Milledgeville-Chadwick’s Folkers in the 1A 200 (7th, 28.91); and Milledgeville-Chadwick’s relay team of Gabriella Gallegos, Ava Schluter, Tori Gabbard and Lillian Weires in the 1A 4x400 (7th, 4:52.75).

Disciples United Methodist Church will be serving pie and ice cream at the Wednesday night Kable Concert Band performance June 28 at the bandshell in Mt. Morris. All proceeds from the event will help support an upcoming mission project.

In conjunction with Midwest Mission Distribution Center (www.MidwestMission.org), church members and friends will have the experience of an “in-house” mission trip. Donations will provide the funds to buy 200 school kits at a cost of $7 each.

In September, volunteers will assemble the kits, which then will be distributed to school children living in areas affected by war, hurricanes, tornadoes, crises and other disasters whenever and wherever they occur, be it in the U.S. or beyond.

A freewill donation will be asked for the pie and ice cream.

OREGON POLICE

Oregon Police Chief Joe Brooks reports the following police activity:

June 5

Janet L. Broderick, 69, of Oregon, was arrested at 9:16 p.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol and possession of a controlled substance. Broderick was transported to the Ogle County Jail. The violations occurred in the 600 block of Jefferson Street.

June 6

At 12:24 p.m., police responded to a two-vehicle traffic crash at the intersection of Route 64 and South Daysville Road involving a 2006 Freightliner semitrailer driven by James L. Hopkins,

POLO POLICE

Polo Police Chief Troy Randall reports the following police activity:

May 24

Zakary X. Johnston, 17, of Forreston, was cited at 8:58 p.m. for no valid driver’s license and operation of a motor vehicle with an expired registration. Johnston was released on a promise to comply.

May 27

Seth A. Wiseman, 22, of Sterling, was cited at 11:25 p.m. for operation of an uninsured motor vehicle and given a written warning for no rear registration plate light. Wiseman was released on an I-Bond.

Trevor Adam Michael Dennison, 18, of Tampico, was arrested at 9:50 p.m. for operating a motor vehicle on a revoked license. Dennison was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

May 28

Joseph L. Bradshaw III, 25, of Freeport, was cited at 12:29 a.m. for operation of an uninsured motor vehicle and given a verbal warning for no rear registration plate light.

May 29

Tristan C. Truitt, 19, of Polo, was cited at 8:53 p.m. for illegal use of a cell -

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Tipsters to Stateline Area Crime Stoppers always remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward up to $1,000.

The Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office case number for this investigation is 23-6114.

The Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office shared the Crime Stoppers post on its Facebook page. The page responded to a comment on the post

78, of Oregon, and a 1998 Dodge driven by Donald L. Hayes, 82, of Chana. Hopkins was issued citations for failure to yield turning left and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. The police department was assisted with the traffic crash by the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office.

Amy M. Banister, 44, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 4:21 p.m. for improper parking on the roadway. The violation occurred near the intersection of Third and Franklin streets.

June 9

At 11:24 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the Super Valu parking lot located at 204 N. Fourth

St. involving a 2022 Jeep driven by Melanie S. Simmons, 53, of Dixon, and a 2022 Dodge driven by Roy R. Ennenga, 41, of Oregon. No citations were issued.

Robert L. Sherrod III, 52, of Dixon, was issued a citation at 5:13 p.m. for operation of a motor vehicle when registration is suspended. The violation occurred in the 600 block of Gale Street. At 7:25 p.m., Oregon police issued citations to Jessica M. Hassard, 23, of Dixon, at 7:25 p.m. for operating a motor vehicle with an expired registration and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. The violations occurred in the 100 block of South Fourth Street.

FORRESTON POLICE

phone while driving. Truitt was released on an I-Bond.

June 2

Alex Jael Victorio Velazques, 20, of Polo, was arrested at 8:55 a.m. for no driver’s license and tinted windshield of front side window over the legal limit. Velazques was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Corrie K. Weidel, 44, of Polo, was cited at 12:35 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle and give a written warning for illegal use of a cellphone. Weidel was released on a notice to appear.

June 4

Jashanti L.A. Nichols, 23, of Freeport, was cited at 8:15 p.m. for operating a motor vehicle with an expired registration and given a written warning for no driver’s license on person. Nichols was released on an I-Bond.

June 5

Seth L. Bothe, 25, of Polo, was cited at 7:43 p.m. for operation of an uninsured motor vehicle. Bothe was released on an I-Bond.

Charges are accusations and all people are presumed innocent unless proved guilty in a court of law.

in which an individual requested to know the best protocol when one is pulled over by unmarked vehicles.

“If a motorist is suspicious about a vehicle that is attempting to stop them, our advice is to reduce the vehicle speed substantially and drive to a well lit and populated area before stopping,” the sheriff’s office wrote. “If a motorist is suspicious as to the identity of the law enforcement officer making the stop, they should call 911 because law enforcement safety protocol is for all traffic stops to be called in over the radio.”

Forreston Police Chief Chris Thiel reports the following activity:

June 2

Nickole M. Butler, 39, of Forreston, was arrested for obstructing justice and driving with a suspended license after a traffic stop at 204 S. Second Ave. about 5:44 p.m. after officers were dispatched for a driving complaint. Butler also was cited for

Six verbal warnings were issued June 5-11.

Notice: On June 12, a wedding ring was found at Oregon Park West and was turned in to the police department. If you have any information, call us at 815-7322803.

Summer reminder: Grass or weeds must be under 6 inches tall. Do not blow the clippings out onto the street. (Illinois municipal code sections 12.16.040(3) and 12.16.040(4).

Charges are accusations and all people are presumed innocent unless proved guilty in a court of law.

uninsured motor vehicle. Butler was released on an I-Bond. The vehicle was towed by Elite Towing and Recovery. The Forreston Police Department also responded to 47 calls for service and issued 30 citations.

Charges are accusations and all people are presumed innocent unless proved guilty in a court of law.

OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF ACTIVITY

Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity:

June 4

Kristy Smith, 44, of Leaf River, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop in the 5000 block of North Leaf River Road about 11:42 p.m. Smith also was cited for speeding and improper lane use. Smith was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

June 5

Osvaldo Manuel Rosales Blandon, 30, of Aurora, was arrested for driving without a valid license after a traffic stop on Interstate 39 mile marker 104 southbound about 12:05 a.m. Blandon also was cited for an inoperable taillight. Blandon was released on a $2,500 I-Bond.

Fidel Torrez-Perez, 27, of Rockford, was arrested for driving with no valid license and speeding 26-34 mph over the speed limit after a traffic stop at Illinois Routes 251 and 72 about 6:53 a.m. Torrez-Perez was released from the scene on an I-Bond.

Brian Edwards, 39, of Lanark, was arrested for driving while license revoked after a traffic stop in the 14000 block of West Coffman Road about 10:28 p.m. Edwards was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

June 6

Jose Orozco-Garcia, 45, of Rochelle, was arrested for no driver’s license after a traffic stop in the area of South Lilac Lane and East Fisher Road about 3:28 a.m. Orozco-Garcia also was cited for operating an uninsured motor vehicle and suspended registration. Orozco-Garcia was released from the scene on an I-Bond.

Miguel Loza Espinoza, 28, of DeKalb, was arrested for no valid license and a DeKalb County warrant after a traffic stop at the intersection of Illinois Route

38 and Mulford Road about 6:40 p.m. Loza Espinoza was released on an Ogle County I-Bond and later taken into custody by the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office.

Oscar Pena, 24, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was arrested for no valid driver’s license after a traffic stop for speeding on Interstate 39 mile marker 104 about 8:59 p.m. Pena was released on an I-Bond and given a future court date.

Jesus Linares, 40, of Rochelle, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop in the area of East Flagg and South Queens roads about 11:56 p.m. Linares also was cited for operating an uninsured motor vehicle, improper lane use and speeding. Linares was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

June 7

Keandre Euell, 28, of Rock Falls, was arrested for driving while license revoked after a traffic stop near the intersection of Illinois Route 64 and Freeport Road about 9:17 p.m. He also was cited for illegal window tint. Euell was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

June 8

Luis A. Arvizo-Florez, 31, of Rockford, was arrested for unlawful possession of a controlled substance (cocaine) after a traffic stop for expired registration in the 3000 block of North River Road at 9:04 a.m. He also was cited for no valid registration, no valid license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Arvizo-Florez was taken into custody and transported to the Ogle County Jail without incident.

Deputies responded to a car versus pedestrian crash in the 100 block of South First Avenue in Forreston about 5:21 p.m. An investigation showed a pedestrian, Nickole M. Butler, 39, of Forreston, was in the roadway when she

was struck by a vehicle in traffic. Butler was transported by Forreston EMS to FHN Memorial Hospital. Butler suffered no injuries because of the crash. Butler was cited for pedestrian under the influence of alcohol or drugs in the roadway.

Jacob D. Boudrie, 40, of Hampshire, was arrested for driving while under the influence of drugs after deputies responded to the 11000 block of west Illinois Route 72 about 8:05 p.m. in response to a single-vehicle rollover. An investigation showed Boudrie’s vehicle lost control and rolled over into the north ditch. Boudrie was examined by Forreston EMS and released on a refusal. He also was cited for improper lane use, failure to reduce speed to prevent an accident and operating a motor vehicle with no insurance. Boudrie was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Stasha D. Helms, 38, of Leaf River, was arrested for aggravated battery of a senior citizen (Class 2 felony) and aggravated battery (Class 3 felony) after deputies responded to the 100 block of Main Street in Leaf River about 8:33 p.m. Helms was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held pending a court appearance.

June 9

Colleen A. Quinn, 31, of Rockford, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop in the 6000 block of west Illinois Route 64 about 1:52 a.m. She also was cited for speeding. Quinn was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

June 10

Adam Hill, 32, of Davis Junction, was cited for driving while license suspended, no insurance and suspended registration after a traffic stop in the 13000 block of east Illinois Route 72 about 1:34 p.m.

Orlando Cruz, 28, of Chana, was arrested for aggravated driving while under the influence of alcohol while license suspended, driving while under the influence of alcohol, driving while license suspended and an Ogle County warrant after deputies responded to the 4400 block of South Chana Road at 8:26 p.m. for a single-vehicle rollover crash. An investigation showed Cruz was traveling north when the vehicle left the roadway and overturned. Cruz was transported to KSB Hospital for minor injuries and arrested after receiving medical treatment. Cruz also was cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, improper lane use and a seatbelt violation. Cruz was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held pending a court appearance.

June 11

Joshua Cramer, 34, of Sterling, was arrested for driving while license revoked after a traffic stop in the 7000 block of U.S. Highway 52 about 2:21 a.m. Cramer also was cited for a Scott’s Law violation. Cramer was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Payton Wisman, 20, of Byron, was arrested for no valid license after a traffic stop for an equipment violation in the 6000 block of north Illinois Route 2 at 8:56 p.m. Wisman also was cited for an inoperable headlight. Wisman was released on an I-Bond.

June 12

Charles Farris, 32, of Chicago, was arrested for driving while license revoked after a traffic stop on Interstate 39 mile marker 97 about 12:58 a.m. He also was cited for illegal window tint and an equipment violation. Farris was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Charges are accusations and all people are presumed innocent unless proved guilty in a court of law.

If you have questions about your pension, 401(k) or profit sharing plan, call the Illinois Pension Assistance Project at (888) 425-6067 to get free legal advice. Funded by the U.S. Administration on Aging, IPAP staff provides free legal assistance to anyone with a question about their retirement plan. CALL US

PROPERTY TRANSFERS

June 2-8

Warranty Deeds

Dylan Blackburn to Christopher and Randi Van Horn, 208 Flambeau Lane Dixon, $2,500.

K4K LLC to Christopher and Randi Van Horn, 204 Flambeau Lane and one parcel in Taylor Township, Dixon, $2,500.

Julie M. Benson to Mario Hernandez, 14784 E. state Route 72, Davis Junction, $192,000.

Jason E. Miskell to Tiffany Marie Wibben, 5108 S. Hidden Heights Road, Oregon, $134,479.85.

Aaron and Heather M. Goodwin to Drake Walter and Sierra Jennings, 407 W. Third St., Byron, $255,000.

Mark W. and Marsha Piper to Laurel E. Hayes, 8342 S. Main St., Grand Detour, $215,000.

Gus and Penelope Haritos to David H. and Sharon R. Smith, 707 Mississippi Drive, Dixon, $4,000.

Kimberly M. Hilden to Nancy L. Pigg, 603 W. Colden St. and one parcel in Buffalo Township, Polo, $119,500.

Mallory Engelkens, also Hopkins, to Brian Brown, one parcel in Buffalo Township, $18,650.

Mallory Engelkens, also Hopkins, to Ben and Heather Faivre, 304 Meadow St. and

one parcel in Buffalo Township, $65,000.

Gordon and Lynette M. Hall to Alvaro

M. and Brenda D. Parra, 5085 Hubbard Trail, Stillman Valley, $285,000.

Jessica E. Rogers to Leonel Flores

Romero, 111 W. Shirley Ave., Rochelle, $146,000.

Hungate Real Estate Ventures LLC to Ashley Latina and Christina Sell, 124 E. Main St., Stillman Valley, $279,700.

Joshua and Cara Dillabough to Zebharyah and Nichole M. Harris, two parcels in Oregon-Nashua Township, $340,000.

Robert and Dale Giomi to Steven L. Sulfridge and Lauren Ashley Graziano, 1306 Illinois St., Oregon, $346,600.

Mike and Rebecca Miller to Christopher P. and Tabitha J. Doyens, 2934 W. Pond Road, Byron, $170,000.

Jessica L. Wiles, also Stoll, to Sue A. Buerke, 940 N. Crestview Trail, Byron, $125,000.

Jayant and Rambha Radhakrishnan to Ryba Farms LLC, four parcels in Taylor Township, $537,500.

Martin H. and Marianne Thomas to Tyler M. and Brandie E. Thomason, 7645 N. Crestview Road, Byron, $383,000.

Jimmy A. and Deborah A. Lawson to Robert Banta and Tabatha Newcomb, 8391 N. Meadowlark Lane, Davis

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Food/Nutrition Security in Ogle, Lee, and Whiteside counties

The Ogle County Health Department was awarded a grant to create a plan to target food and nutrition security and the relation to chronic disease throughout Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties. Your input on this survey will help us identify disparities throughout the three counties and provide insight on changes that the community would like to see. We are asking for an email address to be provided in order to eliminate duplication of responses and your email address will not be shared.

Junction, $285,000.

Thomas C. Palmgren to Danielle M. Myers, 423 Mill Ridge Drive, Byron, $138,000.

Tracy C. Swensk and Karla R. Jacobs to Elizabeth M. Roberson, 1025 Crest View Trail, Byron, $230,000.

Quit Claim Deeds

Rick Thomas to Ruth Few, two parcels on Oakwood Drive, Byron, $9,500.

John M. and Thomas C. Lesh, Lucy L. Miller and Lewis B. Pierce Jr. to County Line Pork LLC, one parcel in Dement Township, 20788 Heal Road and 4759 S. Woodlawn Road, Creston, $0.

Trustees Deed

Marvin E. and Marshia A. Hunter Trust, Marvin E. and Marshia A. Hunter, trustees, to Danielle Bond and Kevin Stevens, 878 N. Fieldcrest Drive, Byron, $25,500.

Executors Deeds

Estate of Nellie V. Winters and the late Nellie V. Winters by executor, to German Fonseca, 101 S. Fifth Ave., Forreston, $65,000.

Randy Cook and Jane Merrill to Lynn M. Bigson Trust, Lynn M. Gibson, trustee, two parcels in Rockvale Township, $302,000.

Source: Ogle County Recorder’s Office

LOCAL NEWS BRIEF

Stillman Bank offering free shredding of personal documents June 17

Stillman Bank will host a free Community Shred Day on Saturday, June 17. A shred truck will be on-site to safely dispose of personal documents and information.

Shredding will be offered from 8 to 10 a.m. at Stillman Bank in Stillman Valley and 10:15 a.m. to noon at Stillman Bank in Byron. Anyone is welcome to take advantage of this free service to dispose of personal papers and unwanted documents in a safe, secure way.

Individuals may bring up to six boxes, weighing less than 35 pounds each, with items to be shredded. Suggested items include those that contain personal information such as names and addresses, birthdates, Social Security and insurance numbers and banking and credit card information.

Documents may contain staples and paper clips. Most nonplastic file folders also are accepted. For a list of acceptable shredding items, call Stillman Bank at 815-645-2266.

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Shaw Media is looking for a dynamic editor to oversee its group of northwester n Illinois daily and weekly newspapers in one of the company's most important markets.

The editor is responsible for the overall editorial content of the group with a focus on appealing to local readers and growing a digital audience The editor will work with a team of reporters, editors, and photographers to produce high-quality, captivating journalism that informs and entertains readers. The editor will also be responsible for developing and implementing editorial strategies that will help the newspapers grow their audience and reach.

We are looking for someone with a passion f or local news and good judgment. The editor will be responsible for building relationships and working with the community and local business leaders to grow a local brand The editor also must hav e a strong track record of meeting deadlines, good dec ision-making, and solid editing skills

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BUSINE SS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

American Surveying & Engineering, P.C. has an immediate opening for a Business Development Associate in its Dixo n, IL office

The position will requir e experience in professional receptionist and secretarial duties, along with assistance with proposal writing, marketing, and business development. Prospective candidates should have strong w ritten and verbal communication skills, be able to work well with others and be adept at task management Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat is needed Basic accounting experience including accounts payable and receivable desired. Associate degree or comparable experience required; bachelor's degree preferred. Knowledge of the engineering transportation industry is an extreme plus 8am-5pm Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required.

Attractive Salary and Benefits. Benefits include Profit Sharing, 401K, Group Health, Disability, and Life. Dental and Optical available. A Year-end bonus is based on performance

Send resume and salary history to Tom Balser, Vice President of Business Development, t.balser@americansurvey .com

American Surveying & Engineering, P.C is an equal-oppo rtunity employer

ITEMS WILL

HIGHLIGHTS Magnum MFWD; MX220 2wd; ‘12 JD 9560RT 2wd w/loader; CIH 9230; ‘13 9650 STS; ‘06 8R30”; ‘12 Geringhoff ‘06 CIH 2408; 3020 platforms; header trailers. ‘17 Kinze 3600 24R30”; (2) CIH 6R30”; JD 7200 mower conditioner; batwing mower.

‘16 Landoll 2430 TigerMate field Summers 9LR4542 Air T112 sprayer; spreader; DMI SSV65; ‘15 NH Cat 236B3; ‘20 Bobcat 773; weights, parts, Juda, WI; Harvard, Eric Johnson Patrick

UNRESERVED

DEALER EQUIPMENT AUCTION

TUESDAY, JUNE 27 2023 | 10:00 AM

ITEMS WILL BE LOCATED AT JOHNSON TRACTOR LOCATIONS IN ILLINOIS & WISCONSIN

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE - TRACTORS: ‘13 CIH 350 Steiger RowTrac; ‘19 CIH 250 Magnum MFWD; ‘17 CIH 220 Magnum MFWD; ‘17 CIH 300 Optum MFWD; ‘10 CIH MX220 2wd; ‘94 CIH 7250 MFWD; ‘04 CIH STX500 QuadTrac; ‘17 JD 7290R MFWD; ‘12 JD 9560RT track; ‘16 JD 5055E MFWD w/loader; Kubota M7060 MFWD; ‘81 IH 584 2wd w/loader; ‘86 Deutz 5220 2wd. COMBINES: ‘17 CIH 8240; ‘14 CIH 8230; ‘12 CIH 9230; ‘13 CIH 6130; ‘11 CIH 8120; ‘00 CIH 2388; ‘19 JD S790; ‘14 JD S680; JD 9650 STS; ‘06 NH CR940. HEADS: ‘16 Drago 1230GT; ‘12 JD 612C; ‘10 Geringhoff 8R30”; ‘12 Geringhoff RD630; ‘09 Geringhoff NS830; ‘09 CIH 3412; (2) ‘09 CIH 3408; ‘06 CIH 2408; ‘01 NH 96C; ‘17 MacDon FD75 draper; ‘15 MacDon FD75 draper; (2) CIH 3020 platforms; CIH 2062 draper; CIH 2020 platform; (5) CIH 1020 platforms; Several header trailers. PLANTERS: ‘08 Kinze 3660 ASD 16/32; ‘13 Kinze 3660 ASD 12R30”; ‘17 Kinze 3600 ASD 12R30”; (2) Kinze 3800 24R30”; Kinze 3500 8R30”; ‘08 CIH 1250 24R30”; (2) CIH 1250 16R30”; ‘12 CIH 1250 12R30”; ‘10 CIH 1240 16/31; White 8106 6R30”; JD 7200 16R30”; JD 750 20’ no-till drill. HAY EQUIPMENT: ‘14 MF 1372 mower conditioner; Oxbo 330 hay merger; JD 566 round baler; Woods BW1800 15’ batwing mower. TILLAGE: ‘15 Kuhn 4855-13 disc-ripper; ‘19 Landoll 7530 35’ VT tool; ‘16 Landoll 2430 24’ ripper; ‘15CIH 870 disc-ripper; ‘12 Landoll 2310 disc-ripper; DMI TigerMate field cultivator; Sunflower 4610 disc-ripper; ‘09 Kuhn 4850 18’ disc-ripper; Summers 9LR4542 land roller; ‘16 McFarlane 27’ VT tool FARM EQUIPMENT: ‘11 Top Air T112 sprayer; ‘01 J&M 750-16 grain cart; Derco 220 gravity wagon; H&S 310 manure spreader; DMI 4250 NH3 applicator. SKIDSTEERS: ‘16 Kubota SSV75; ‘16 Kubota SSV65; ‘15 NH C238; ‘17 NH L234; ‘14 NH L220: ‘17 NH L228; ‘01 Bobcat 873G; ‘17 Cat 236B3; ‘20 Bobcat S64; ‘08 Gehl 4640E; Gehl 4625SX; ‘03 Cat 246; ‘04 JD 320; ‘98 Bobcat 773; ALSO SELLING: Nice selection of lawn mowers, skidsteer attachments, weights, parts, tires, etc. Pickups & Flatbed trailers

Juda, WI; Janesville, WI; Rochelle, IL; Harvard, IL; Amboy, IL:

Eric Johnson (608) 751-1956

Patrick Johnson (815) 355-1988

Baldwin, WI: Jay (715) 684-9618

Menomonie, WI:

Dale (715) 308-5350

Arcadia, WI:

Darrell (608) 863-0832

Osseo, WI:

Jeff (715) 533-2112

SALES REP: LUKE SULLIVAN (309) 371-5214

(800)bigiron.com937-3558

(844) 847-2161 sullivanauctioneers.com

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS

LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC

Pla intiff,

ANDREA LUDWIG

Defendant

2022 FC 10

NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 4, 2023, the Sheriff of Ogle County will at 10:00 AM on July 7, 2023, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 202 S 1st St, Oregon, IL 61061, sell at public auct ion to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 307 S MCKENDRIE AVE, MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054

Property Index No. 08-26-351-005

The real estate is improved with a single family residence

The judgment amount was $122,952.20. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance , including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Prope rty Municipality Relief Fund, which is calc ulated on re si dential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fract ion thereof of the a mount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty -four (24) hours. The subjec t property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any r epresentati on as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificat e of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale

The pr operty will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information If this property i s a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other tha n a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interes t community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY O F AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW For information, contac t Plaintiff's attorney: CHAD LEWIS, ROBERTSON ANSCHUTZ SCHNE ID CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC, 205 N. MICHIGAN SUITE 810, CHICAGO, IL, 60601, (561) 241-6901. Please refer to file number 22-009337. E- Mail: ILMAIL@RASLG.COM I3221875

June 9, 16, 23, 2023

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OG LE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-AMC2, U.S. Bank National A ssociation, as Trustee PLAINTIFF

Vs.

Christopher T. Wallin; et. al.

DEFENDANTS

No. 17 CH 00020

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC N OTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of For eclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 04/21/2017, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on Ju ly 21 , 2023 at the hour of 10:00 AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex

202 S 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, s ell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following describ ed real estate:

PIN 04-25-428-018

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 736 Hampton D rive Byron, IL 61010

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance , including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calc ulated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fracti on thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twent y-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any r epresentati on as to qua lity or quantity of title and without recourse to Pla intiff and in "AS IS" condition

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condomini um Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g- 1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no fur ther recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee 's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchase r shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmatio n of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no repres entation as to the condi tion of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Cour t fi le to verify a ll information

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAG OR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAV E THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIO N 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attor ney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontag e Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-17-02190. I3221768

June 9, 16, 23, 2023

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

OG LE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS

Byron Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. Edward Cummings; et. al. DEFENDANTS No. 2022FC63

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC N OTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of For eclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/16/2022, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on Ju ly 21 , 2023 at the hour of 10:00 AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public au ction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

PIN 24-36-276-005

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8446 S Main St Rochelle, IL 61068

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance , including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calc ulated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fracti on thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twent y-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any r epresentati on as to qua lity or quantity of title and without recourse to Pla intiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condomini um Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no fur ther recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee 's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmatio n of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no r epresentation as to the condi tion of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Cour t fi le to verify a ll information

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAG OR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAV E THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIO N 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attor ney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontag e Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-22-05730.

I3222328

June 16, 23 , 30, 2023

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OG LE COUNT Y, ILLINOIS WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST AS TRUSTEE FOR PNPMS TRUST I, Pla intiff, vs. RICHARD D. JOHNSON; DAWN L. JOHNSON; Defendant(s ).

CASE NO. 2022FC48

Property Address: 5327 S. WENDELL DR. ROCHELLE, IL 61068 NOTICE OF SELLING OFFICER SALE

Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cau se on April 14, 2023, a judicial sale will be held on July 21, 2023, commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 202 S 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, to sell to the highest bidd er or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to wit:

Commonly known as: 5327 S. WENDELL DR., ROCHELLE, IL 61068

P.I.N.: 24-14-277-006

Second Lien Position; Single Family Residence; Judgment Amount $74,356.82

IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(G)(5 ), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE H EREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE A SSESSME NTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRE D BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND COURT COSTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT.

Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Circuit Clerk of Ogle County.

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

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

Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC

1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120 Naperville, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 midwestpleadings@dallegal.com

June 16, 23 , 30, 2023 933648

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

In the interest of: Xenya Conti, a minor Case No: 2021 JA 40 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

To: Alysha Dwyer, respondent(s), and to all whom it may concern, take notice that on June 6, 2023, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by ASA Richard Russo in the Circuit Court of Ogle County entitled "In the interest of Xenya Conti, a minor”, and that in courtroom 304 at 106 South Fifth, Oregon, Illinois on July 18, 202 3 at 10:15 or as soon therea fter as this case may be heard, an adjudicatory hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court and for other relief under that act. The court has the authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor.

case may be heard, an adjudicatory hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court and for other relief under that act. The court has the authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor.

If the Petition requests the termination of your parental rights and the appointment of a guardian with power to consent to adoption, you may lose all parental rights to the child Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notice s of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition for a motion to terminate parenta l rights.

Unless you appear at the heari ng and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered Dated this 6th day of June, 2023

Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court

By: LET Deput y Clerk

stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered

Dated this 6th day of June, 2023

Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court

By: LET Deput y Clerk

June 16, 23, 30, 2023

61064.

I n re the E state of: MARG ARET MOUNCE , Deceased 2023 PR 25

CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of MARGARET MOUNCE. Letters of Office were issued on May 19, 2023, to DONALD DROWNS, JR , as Independent Administrator, whose attorney is M Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mas on Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.

Claims against the estate may be filed wi thin 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 ordelivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 197 5, as amended, whichever dateis 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 Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Or egon, IL 61061 - or with the esta te legal representative, or both Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney wi thin 10 days after i t has been filed.

By: DONALD DROWNS,

June 16, 23, 30, 2023

JR. Independent Administrator Law Office s of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276 tom@suitslegal com

ANNUAL TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF B ROOKVILLE FOR THE FISCAL Y EAR ENDING Mar. 31, 2023

June 2, 9, 16, 2023

TOWNSHIP - REVENUE SUMMARY: Property Taxes - 26,658; Rep lacement Tax833; Interest - 28; TOIRMA dividend - 570; Nationwide Retirement Solutions deferred compensation assets - 108,360; Ogle Co. Treas for election expenses130; IL State Treas. for easement - 300; Nationwide Retirement Solutions r efund140. TOTAL REVENUES: $137,019.

TOWNSHIP - COMPENSATION SUMMARY: Range under $5000: Aileen Diehl, Jack Bott , Richard Byers, Ben Sasscer, Jason Sword, Jennifer Diehl. Range $5000-$10,000: Ron Schumacher . TOTAL COMPENSATION: $7016.

Claims against the estate may be filed wi thin 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 ordelivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 197 5, as amended, whichever dateis later Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

TOWNSHIP -E XPENDITURE SUMMARY: Insurance: TOIRMA - 3886; Nationwide Retirement Solutions deferred compensation liabilities -108,360; Nationwide Retirement Solutions contributions - 3784; Johnson CPA : State Comptoller report; All other disbursements less than($2500) - 3959. TOTAL VENDORS: $123,739.

ROAD DISTRICT - REVENUE SUMMARY: Property Taxes - 36,051; Replac ement Tax - 2190; Interest - 95; Sale of dump truck -2760. TOTAL REVENUES: $41,096.

ROAD DISTRICT - COMPE NSATION SUMMARY: Range under $5000: Ryan Schumacher. TOTAL COMPENSATION: $378.

If the Petition requests the termination of your parental rights and the appointment of a guardian with power to consent to adoption, you may lose all parental rights to the child Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notice s of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition for a motion to terminate parenta l rights.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Or egon, IL 61061 - or with the esta te legal representative, or both

ROAD DISTRICT - EXPENDITURE SUMMARY: Loan payment: State Bank of Davis - 8907; Fuel: Carroll Service Co. - 3806; All other disbursements less than ($2500) - 7302. TOTAL VENDORS: $20,015.

Unless you appear at the heari ng and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered

SUMMARY

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney wi thin 10 days after i t has been filed.

By: DONALD DROWNS, JR. Independent

Dated this 6th day of June, 2023

Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court

By: LET Deput y Clerk

June 16, 2023

June 16, 23, 30, 2023

Administrator Law Office s of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276

I, Jennifer Diehl, Clerk of Brookville Township, Ogle County, Illinois, do hereby certify that the above is a true copy of the Annual Treasurer's Report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023. Jennifer D iehl Jennifer D iehl - Clerk

tom@suitslegal com

June 2, 9, 16, 2023

By: DONALD DROWNS, JR.

Independent Administrator

Law Office s of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C.

114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064

(815) 946-2276

tom@suitslegal com

June 2, 9, 16, 2023

CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

In the Matter of the JAME S A. PROPE R, SR., Deceased No. 2023-PR-28

CLAIM NOTICE

JANET PARISH, as Independent Executor whose attorneys are WILLIAMS McCARTHY LLP, 120 W. State St., P.O. Box 219, Rockford, IL 61105.

The estate will be administered without cour t supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested pers on terminate s independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk.

Oregon, IL 61061 or with the representative, or both, on or before December 11, 2023, or within 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to creditors, if mail ing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act, wh ichever 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 representative and to the attorney wi thin 10 days after i t has been filed.

Notice is hereby given to a Public

Hearing to be held July 11, 202 3 at 7:15 PM before the Village Board, Village of Mt. Morris, for the purpose of considering the Appropri ation Ordinance for the Village of Mt. Morris for the fiscal year 2023-2024. A copy of the proposed A ppropriation Ordinance is on file at the Village Clerk's Office, 105 W. Lincoln St., for public viewing.

Brooke Duffy Township Clerk

June 16, 2023

Meeting Notice

NOTICE

Pursuant to the Landlord's lien provisions in rental agreement between

Tim Pritchard Unit 6, this storage unit containing personal property will be sold or otherwise disposed of on or after June 18, 2023 at White Eagle Storage, Inc 11627 Rt 72, Forreston, IL 61030 Payment must be received by June 17th, 2023 to preven t t his sale.

CLAIM NOTICE

stated in that no-

tice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barr ed.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney wi thin ten (10) days after i t has been filed.

Gary A. Wetzel, Independent Representative for the Estate LAW OFFICE OF PAUL WHITCOMBE, CHTD.

Attorneys for the Representative 223 W. 1st Street Dixon, IL 61021 (815) 288-7209

DIVISION CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. MARIE SLAUGHTER; et al.,

Defendants Case No.: 2023FC31

Prop erty Addres s: 11694 E Kyte Rd, Rochelle, IL 61068

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANG E 1

Notice is given of the death of JAMES A. PROPER, SR., of Dixon, Illinois. L etters of Office were issued on May 26, 2023 to JANET PARISH, as Independent Executor whose attorneys are WILLIAMS McCARTHY LLP, 120 W. State St., P.O. Box 219, Rockford, IL 61105.

JANET PARIS H, Independent Executor

June 2, 9, 16, 2023

LE GAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given to a Public Hearing to be held

There will be a public meeti ng at the Forreston Village Hall on Monday June 26, 2023 at 6:30 p.m., to discuss the proposed chicken ordinance.

June 16, 2023

June 9, 16, 2023

June 16, 23, 30, 2023

EAST OF THE 3RD P.M. ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK K OF PLATS, PAGE 78, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Commonly known as: 11694 E Kyte Rd, Rochelle, IL 61068

Names of th e titleholders of record: Marie Slaughter; Kerry Slaughter

NOTICE

Pursuant to the Landlord's lien provisions in rental agreement between

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF ROBERT PAUL WETZEL, Deceased No. 2023 PR 29

CLAIM NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, I LLINOIS HOGAR HISPANO, INC., Pla intiff, v.

Defendants

The estate will be administered without cour t supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested pers on terminate s independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk.

July 11, 202 3 at 7:15 PM before the Village Board, Village of Mt. Morris, for the purpose of considering the Appropri ation Ordinance for the Village of Mt. Morris for the fiscal year 2023-2024. A copy of the proposed A ppropriation Ordinance is on file at the Village Clerk's Office, 105 W. Lincoln St., for public viewing.

EDWARD LONG , HEIR OF LILLIAN LONG, DECEASED MORTGAGOR; BRYAN LONG, HEIR OF LILLIAN LONG, DECEASED MORTGAGOR; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWNS HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF THE DECEASE D MORTGAGOR;

Brooke Duffy Township Clerk

CASE NO. 2023FC32

Claims against the estate may be filed in th e office of the Clerk of the Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S 5th Street # 300, Oregon, IL 61061 or with the representative, or both, on or before December 11, 2023, or within 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to creditors, if mail ing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act, wh ichever 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 representative and to the attorney wi thin 10 days after i t has been filed.

June 16, 2023

309 EAST BRAYTON ROAD MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 NOTICE OF SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

Tim Pritchard Unit 6, this storage unit containing personal property will be sold or otherwise disposed of on or after June 18, 2023 at White Eagle Storage, Inc. 11627 Rt 72, Forreston, IL 61030. Payment must be received by June 17th, 2023 to preven t t his sale.

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Notice is given to creditor s of the death of William Charles Schaneberg. Letters of Office were issued on May 30, 2023, to Gary A Wetzel, 8655 Hoosier Road, Franklin Grove, IL 61031, as independe nt executor, and whose attorney of record is the Law Office of Paul Whitcombe, Chtd., 223 W. 1st St , Dixon, Illinois, 61021. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk's office, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representatives, or both, on or before December 16, 2023, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Sec. 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barr ed. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney wi thin ten (10) days after i t has been filed.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT FOR OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOISCHANCE RY DIVISION CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. MARIE SLAUGHTER; et al., Defendants

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Case No.: 2023FC31

Date of the Mortgage: November 3, 2020.

Name or names of the mortgagors: Marie Slaughter; Kerry Slaughter

Name of the mortgagee: MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER, LLC

d/b/a Veterans United Home Loans.

Date and place of recording:

November 16, 2020; Office of the Recorder of the Deeds of Ogle County, Illinois.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OG LE COUNT Y, ILLINOIS

Gary A. Wetzel, Independent Representative for the Estate LAW OFFICE OF PAUL WHITCOMBE, CHTD.

Prop erty Addres s: 11694 E Kyte Rd, Rochelle, IL 61068

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

CASE NO. 2022FC48

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO THE FOLLOWIN G, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certa in Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 4 IN JERRY SEEBACH'S SUBDIVISION IN A PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANG E 1 EAST OF THE 3RD P.M. ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK K OF PLATS, PAGE 78, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Identification of recording:

WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST AS TRUSTEE FOR PNPMS TRUST I, Pla intiff, vs. RICHARD D. JOHNSON; DAWN L. JOHNSON; Defendant(s ).

JANET PARIS H, Independent Executor

June 2, 9, 16, 2023

June 9, 16, 2023

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you: Unknown Owners and Non-Rec ord Claimants , Unknowns Heirs and Legatees of the deceased mortgagor;, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defenda nts in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff pra ying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premi ses described as follows, to wit: PART OF THE SOUTH WEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH WEST 1/4 OF SECTIO N 26, IN TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT 319.5 FEET EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF OGLE STREET IN THE VENTER OF THE OREGON ROAD (NOW BRAYTON ROAD) IN THE VILLAGE OF MT MORRIS, THENCE EASTERLY 73.5 FEET, THENCE SOUTHERLY 291 FEET, THENCE WESTERLY 73.5 FEET, AND THENCE NORTHERLY 291 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, SITUATED WITHIN THE CORPORATE BOUNDARIES OF THE VILLAGE OF MT MORRIS, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Commonly known as: 309 EAST BRAYTON ROAD, MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054

PIN#: 08-26-355-006 and which said Mortgage was made by Lillian M. Long and Warren B Long as Mortgagor(s) to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number 200900900801 and for othe r relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and th at said suit is now pending

NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendan ts, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at OGLE COUNTY on or before JULY 3, 2023, a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. This communicat ion is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Elliott Halsey, Esq

ARDC#6283033

KELLEY KRONENBERG, P.A

Attorney For Plaintiff

Service emai l: il eservice@kelleykronenberg.com

Claims against the estate may be filed in th e office of the Clerk of the Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S 5th Street # 300, Oregon, IL 61061 or with the representative, or both, on or before December 11, 2023, or within 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to creditors, if mail ing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act, wh ichever 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 representative and to the attorney wi thin 10 days after i t has been filed.

Attorney email: ehalsey@kelleykronenberg.com

20 North Clark Street, Suite 1150

Chicago, IL 60602

JANET PARIS H, Independent Executor

8190-933158

June 2, 9, 16, 2023

June 2, 9, 16, 2023

933158

Commonly known as:

Property Address: 5327 S. WENDELL DR. ROCHELLE, IL 61068

Attorneys for the Representative 223 W. 1st Street Dixon, IL 61021 (815) 288-7209

11694 E Kyte Rd, Rochelle, IL 61068

NOTICE OF SELLING OFFICER SALE

June 16, 23, 30, 2023

Names of th e titleholders of record: Marie Slaughter; Kerry Slaughter

Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cau se on April 14, 2023, a judicial sale will be held on July 21, 2023, commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 202 S 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, to sell to the highest bidd er or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to wit:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO THE FOLLOWIN G, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certa in Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit:

Date of the Mortgage: November 3, 2020.

Name or names of the mortgagors: Marie Slaughter; Kerry Slaughter

THE NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 7 AND THE SOUTH 30 FEET O F LOT 8 IN BLOCK 2 IN JOS . S. ASKVIG SUBDIVISION IN PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 14, IN TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE 3RD P.M., AC CORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK H OF PLATS, PAGES 6 AND 7, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Commonly known as: 5327 S. WENDELL DR., ROCHELLE, IL 61068 P.I.N.: 24-14-277-006

Name of the mortgagee: MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER, LLC d/b/a Veterans United Home Loans.

Second Lien Position; Single Family Residence; Judgment Amount $74,356.82 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(G)(5 ), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE H EREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE A SSESSME NTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRE D BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND COURT COSTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT.

Notice is given to creditor s of the death of William Charles Schaneberg. Letters of Office were issued on May 30, 2023, to Gary A Wetzel, 8655 Hoosier Road, Franklin Grove, IL 61031, as independe nt executor, and whose attorney of record is the Law Office of Paul Whitcombe, Chtd., 223 W. 1st St , Dixon, Illinois, 61021. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk's office, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representatives, or both, on or before December 16, 2023, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Sec. 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barr ed. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney wi thin ten (10) days after i t has been filed.

Date and place of recording: November 16, 2020; Office of the Recorder of the Deeds of Ogle County, Illinois.

Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at th e time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Circuit Clerk of Ogle County.

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

Identification of recording:

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

Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC

1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120 Naperville, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 midwestpleadings@dallegal.com

8190-933648

Gary A. Wetzel, Independent Representative for the Estate LAW OFFICE OF PAUL WHITCOMBE, CHTD.

Attorneys for the Representative 223 W. 1st Street Dixon, IL 61021 (815) 288-7209

LOT 4 IN JERRY SEEBACH'S SUBDIVISION IN A PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANG E 1 EAST OF THE 3RD P.M. ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK K OF PLATS, PAGE 78, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Commonly known

June 16, 23 , 30, 2023 933648

as: 11694 E Kyte Rd, Rochelle, IL 61068

Names of th e titleholders of record: Marie Slaughter; Kerry Slaughter

Date of the Mort-

Document No. 202008847. NOW THEREFORE, unless you file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case, on or before July 5, 2023, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT.

Document No. 202008847 NOW THEREFORE, unless you file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case, on or before July 5, 2023, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. E-filing is now mandatory with limited exceptions. To e-file, you must first creat e an account with an e-filing service provider Visit http://efile.illinois courts.gov/serviceproviders.htm to learn more and to select a service provider If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://illinoiscourts. gov/self-help or talk with your local circuit clerk's office If you cannot e-file, you may be able to get an exemption that allows you to file in-person or by mail. Ask your circuit clerk for more informati on or visit www.illinoislegal aid.org. For information about defending yourself in a court cas e (including filing an appearance or fee waiver), or to apply fo f legal hel

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allows you to file in-person or by mail. Ask your circuit clerk for more informati on or visit www.illinoislegal aid.org. For information about defending yourself in a court cas e (including filing an appearance or fee waiver), or to apply for free legal hel p, go to www.illinoislegal aid.org You can also ask your local circuit clerk's office for a fee waiver application

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION

PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAI NTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Lender Legal PLLC

2807 Edgewater Drive

Orlando, Florida

32804

Tel: (407) 730-4644

Service Emails: cweldon@ lenderlegal.com

EService@ LenderLegal.com

LLS11499-ILSLAUGHTER

_s/ Christopher Weldon, Esq.__ Christopher Weldon, Esq. Counsel of Record for Plaintiff

ARDC # 6287653

I3221120

June 2, 9, 16, 2023

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

OG LE COUNT Y, ILLINOIS

FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPO RATION, PLAINTIFF, VS.

WILLIAM J PALME R, SR. A/K/A WILLIAM PALMER ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CL AIMANTS, DEFENDANTS

NO. 23 FC 27

409 NORTH WALNUT AVENUE FORRESTON, IL 61030

JUDGE

PRESIDING JUDGE

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

NOTICE IS HE REBY GIVEN TO YOU, William J Palmer, Sr a/k/a William Palmer Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit:

LOT FIFTEEN (15) IN BLOCK SIX (6) OF THE ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILROAD COMPANY'S FIRST ADDITION TO FORRESTON, IN THE V ILLAGE OF FORRESTON, BEING A PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) AND THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN; ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, IN BOOK A OF MISCELLANEOUS, PAGES 124 AND 125; SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF FORRESTON, COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS

Commonly known as: 409 North Walnut Avenue Forreston, IL 61030 and which said Mortgage was made by, William J Palmer, Sr a/k/a William Palmer Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Sys tems, Inc. as nominee for Plains Commerce Bank

Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Ogle County, Illinois, as Document No. 202009023; and for othe r relief

UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this cas e, on or before July 17, 2023, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT.

You have been su ed To participate in the case, you MUST file an official document with the court within the time stated on this Notice called an "Appearance" and a document called an "Answer/Response". The Answer/ Response is not required in small claims or eviction cases unless ordered by the court If you do not file an Appearance and Answer/Response on time, the court may decide the case without hearing from you, and you could be held in default and lose the case. After you fill out the necessary documents, you need to electronically file (e-file) them with the court. To e-file, you must create an account with an e-filing service provider For more information, go to ilcourts.info/efiling If you cannot e-file, you can get an exemption that allows you to file in-person or by mail. You may be charged filing fees, but if you cannot pay them, you can file an Application for Waiver of Court Fees. It is possible that the court will allow you to attend the first court date in this case in-person or remotely by video or phone. Con tact th e Circuit Court Clerk's office or visit the Court's website to find out whether this is possible and, if so, how to do this. N eed hel p? Call or text Illinois Court Help at 833-411-1121 or go to ilcour thelp.gov for information about going to court, including how to fill out and file documents. You can also get free legal information and l egal r eferrals at illinoislegalaid.org. All documents referred to in this Notice can be found at ilcourts.info/forms. Other documents may be available from your local Circuit Court Clerk's office or website. ¿Necesita ayuda? Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto a Illinois Court Help al 833-411- 1121, o visite ilcourthelp.gov para obtener información sobre los casos de la cor te y cómo completa r y presentar formularios.

PURSUANT TO TH E FAIR DEBT COLLEC TION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC

Attorney for Plaintiff

1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602

Ph (312) 346-9088

File No. 23-15033IL-916202 I3222291

June 16, 23 , 30, 2023

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

OG LE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-AMC2, U.S. Bank National A ssociation, as Trustee PLAINTIFF Vs. Christopher T. Wallin; et. al. DEFENDANTS

No. 17 CH 00020

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC N OTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of For eclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 04/21/2017, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on Ju ly 21 , 2023 at the hour of 10:00 AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex

202 S 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, s ell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following describ ed real estate:

LOT ONE HUNDRED SE VENTY (170) UPON THE PLAT OF ROSE MEAD OWSPHASE V BEING A SUBDIVISION IN PART OF THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF FRACTIONAL SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE

11 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE

10 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 112 AND 113 OF ROSE MEADOWS - PHASE IV, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF FRACTIONAL SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH , RANGE 11 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF TH E FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, SITUATED IN THE CITY OF BYRON, COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS PIN 04-25-428-018

Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 736 Hampton D rive Byron, IL 61010

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance , including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calc ulated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fracti on thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any r epresentati on as to qua lity or quantity of title and without recourse to Pla intiff and in "AS IS" condition

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condomini um Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g- 1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no fur ther recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmatio n of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no repres entation as to the condi tion of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Cour t fi le to verify a ll information

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAV E THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIO N 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attor ney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontag e Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-17-02190. I3221768

June 9, 16, 23, 2023

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

Byron Bank PLAINTIFF

OG LE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS

Vs. Edward Cummings; et. al.

DEFENDANTS

No. 2022FC63

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC N OTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of For eclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/16/2022, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on Ju ly 21 , 2023 at the hour of 10:00 AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public au ction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEA ST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 36; THENCE RUNNING WEST ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 198 FEET; THENCE NORTH PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 36, 160 FEET; THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF THE N ORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTIO N 36; THENCE SOUTH ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 36, 160 FEET TO THE POINT OF BE GINNING; SITUATE D IN THE TOWNS HIP OF FLAGG , COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PART FALLING WITH THE FOLLOWING DES CRIBED TRACT: COMMENCING AT A STAKE 2 RODS WEST OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 36; THENCE NORTH 2 RODS TO A STAKE; THENCE WEST 80 RODS; THENC E SOUTH 2 RODS TO THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 36; THENCE EAST 80 RODS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF FLAGG, COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS PIN 24-36-276-005

Improved with Residential

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8446 S Main St Rochelle, IL 61068

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance , including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calc ulated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fracti on thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any r epresentati on as to qua lity or quantity of title and without recourse to Pla intiff and in "AS IS" condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condomini um Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g- 1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no fur ther recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmatio n of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no r epresentation as to the condi tion of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Cour t fi le to verify a ll information

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAV E THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIO N 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attor ney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontag e Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-22-05730. I3222328

June 16, 23 , 30, 2023

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC

Pla intiff, -v.-

ANDREA LUDWIG

Defendant 2022 FC 10

NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 4, 2023, the Sheriff of Ogle County will at 10:00 AM on July 7, 2023, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 202 S 1st St, Oregon, IL 61061, sell at public auct ion to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

LOT SIX (6) AND THE WEST 10 FEET OF LOT SEVEN (7) IN BLOCK TWENTY-FOUR (24) IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN OR VILLAGE OF MT MORRIS, IN OGLE C OUNTY, ILLINOIS SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MT. MORRIS, COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS

Commonly known as 307 S MCKENDRIE AVE, MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054

Property Index No. 08-26-351-005

The real estate is improved with a single family residence

The judgment amount was $122,952.20. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance , including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Prope rty Municipality Relief Fund, which is calc ulated on re si dential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fract ion thereof of the a mount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty -four (24) hours. The subjec t property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any r epresentati on as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificat e of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale

The pr operty will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information If this prope rty i s a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other tha n a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interes t community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOM EOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY O F AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW For information, contact Pla intiff's attorney: CHAD LEWIS, ROBERTSON ANSCHUTZ SCHNE ID CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC, 205 N. MICHIGAN SUITE 810, CHICAGO, IL, 60601, (561) 241-6901. Please refer to file number 22-009337. E- Mail: ILMAIL@RASLG.COM I3221875

June 9, 16, 23, 2023