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March 12, 2015 Volume 165, Number 13 - $1.00

Headed to State

Farm Focus

Coloring Contest

Forreston’s basketball team wins the supersectional and is headed to state. B1

Farm life is the topic of a special section about Ogle County. Inside

Kids are invited to show off their creative skills by entering an Easter coloring contest. A10

Lack of candidates for library, school board

By Vinde Wells Editor Voters in some local taxing districts will find no one to vote for April 7 when they go to the polls.

Many so-called races have fewer candidates than positions open.

The Oregon Library Board has three terms on the ballot, but no one has filed for any of them.

Write-ins aren’t an option

because even the deadline to file for that is long past.

After the election, the situation will only get worse, Oregon Public Library Director Andrew Dettman said Tuesday, because one trustee, Terry Schuster, whose library board term isn’t up, is running unopposed for the Oregon City Council.

According to rulings made by the Illinois Attorney General, a person cannot

serve on a library board at the same time as a city council, village board, or county board.

A list from the Illinois Board of Elections declares those positions “incompatible.”

Dettman said Schuster has indicated he will step down from the library board, leaving four of its seven seats unfilled.

“We’re looking to make some appointments after

the election,” Dettman said. “We’re seeking some recruits.”

He said he believes the dearth of candidates is part of a trend toward less participation in community activities.

“Volunteerism in general is down, and this is a form of volunteerism because our board members aren’t paid,” Dettman said. “It’s a disturbing trend.”

Board members Scott

“We’ve never had this many seats without candidates in an election, at least not since I’ve been with the district,” he said.

He said the board has occasionally appointed someone to fill a vacancy left by a resignation, however.

Current board member Mary Jo Griffin is the only candidate on the ballot.

Board members Curt Howard and Barry Barton Turn to A2

Final sculpture is almost ready

Penny Fun

By Vinde Wells Editor

Penny Carnival provides kids with tons of fun

Community Art Legacy (CAL) members expect to install their 10th and final sculpture in Oregon early this summer.

CAL representative Craig Carpenter told the Oregon City Council Monday evening that casting the bronze sculpture is well underway at inBronze Foundry, Mt. Morris.

“They’re just about there,” he said.

By Chris Johnson Reporter You might say pigs were “flying” last Saturday evening at the Oregon Coliseum — thanks to a catapult.

A small stuffed pig was part of a game made by the Circle M 4-H club.

“We are doing a catapult game and the object is to get the animals to the stars,” said club president Carly Miller. “The theme of the game is Shoot for the Stars.

I am having a blast tonight.”

Circle M was one of the Ogle County 4-H clubs with games made for the annual Penny Carnival.

All of the games were space themed for this year’s event.

Another object-launching game was created by the Summerhill Huskies.

Carter Daws, 10, was running the booth at the start of the carnival.

“We made a slingshot, that you pull back a band to try and hit the stars with a ball,” he said. “The game is kind of hard.”

When asked if anyone hit the target, Daws said some people have been successful.

Not all of the clubs made games. The Polo Pioneers

Stephens, Angie Theissen, and Rick McCanse did not seek re-election.

The Oregon School Board election is only slightly better off.

Three seats are open and only one candidate is on the ballot.

Superintendent Tom Mahoney said the board will post the vacancies and seek applicants after the election.

He said the situation is unusual.

Two-year-old Sophia Ebert and her dad Justin, Oregon, line up a catapult shot Saturday evening at the Circle M game at the annual 4-H Penny Carnival. Photo by Chris Johnson

lived up to their name by making the International Space Station out of cardboard boxes.

“Our booth is the space station,” said Brianna Kuhne, 8, “This morning when we went through you could see through it, but tonight it is dark in there so we are using flashlights to see.”

She said the kids that went through their booth were able to explore the space station with their imagination.

The annual event is always a draw for area children and Saturday night was no exception.

Within 30 minutes of the start the Coliseum was filled with families walking between the games and exploring the games created by the clubs.

Created by Carpenter’s brother, artist Steven Carpenter, York, Maine, the sculpture depicts Oregon founder John Phelps and his French guide as they canoed south down the Rock River and first stepped foot on the shore where Oregon is now located.

It will be placed in a park created for it to the west of the Oregon Coliseum where the city swimming pool used to be.

The project includes Turn to A2

Voters to decide ambulance issue

By Vinde Wells Editor

Oregon Fire District voters will have an important decision to make when they go to the polls early next month.

A referendum on the April 7 ballot will ask fire district voters if they want a taxsupported ambulance service associated with the Oregon Fire Department.

The question on the ballot reads, “Shall the Oregon Fire Protection District levy a special tax at a rate not to exceed .40 percent of the value of all taxable property within the district as equalized or assessed by the Department of Revenue for Bevi Foster, age 8, Polo, spins a toy Saturday evening at the purpose of providing an ambulance service?” the 4H Penny Carnival. Photo by Chris Johnson

Fire officials have said a yes vote means the fire district will have the means to provide a full-time, roundthe-clock ambulance service.

The service will be funded by property tax dollars, and will add an estimated $175 to the tax bill on a $150,000 house, excluding exemptions.

A no vote means the district will no longer have an ambulance service, and residents or visitors in the area will have to rely on mutual aid from neighboring fire districts, all of which have long since provided their own tax-supported ambulances, or call a private ambulance service from Rockford, Dixon, Freeport, or another city.

Relying on an outside Turn to A2

Good crowd, plenty of food at Lions Club breakfast at RRC Visitors to the Oregon Lions Club’s pancake breakfast at the Rock River Center on March 7 were able to get plenty to eat while helping set the stage for an upcoming fundraising event.

Rock River Center Executive Director Ann Haas said Saturday’s breakfast, which also served as the kick-off for RRC’s What’s Cookin’ in May, was well attended.

“We had around 275 people come through the doors,” Haas said. “We

are very appreciative of the Oregon Lions Club’s support for this event and the upcoming What’s Cookin’.”

What’s Cookin’ will be held Saturday, May 2 at Barnacopia, located west of Mt. Morris on Ill. 64.

The Oregon Lions Club was a sponsor of the event in 2014 and will be working with RRC on a MEGA 50/50 raffle to be given away at the What’s Cookin’ event.

The event’s 2015 motto is “Having Fun...Helping Others”. Last year’s What’s

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Cookin’ brought in 26 cooking teams with more than 350 people attending.

This year’s goal is 40 cooking teams.

The event will be held from 5-9 p.m. Admission/ donation is $20 a person.

For more information about What’s Cookin’, or to register a cooking team, contact the Rock River Center at 815-732-3252 or Oregon Lions Club members were busy preparing their popular pancake and sausage visit www.whats-cookin. breakfast at Rock River Center to kick off the center’s upcoming What’s Cookin’ event on May 2. Here, Dave Stenger waits for his pancakes. Photo by Earleen Hinton org.

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Marriage Licenses, A4 Property Transfers, B6 Sheriff’s Arrests, B6 Social News, A4

Sports, B1, B2 State’s Attorney, B6 Zoning, B7

Deaths, B5 Shirley A. Burke, Robert G. Cheatham, Judith E. Sponseller, Bonnie L. Swift

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Lack of candidates running for Oregon library, school board From A1 did not seek re-election.

In Forreston, two boards are short of candidates. Only Vickye Norris and Wilma Five-year-old Eli Lotz, Akins are running for three Oregon, turns the crank terms on the Forreston Public to make a rope with the Library Board. help of Lee Hinrichs, Three candidates, all Coleta, March 7 at the incumbents, are running 30th annual Polo Farm for the four openings on the Toy Show sponsored Forrestville Valley School by the Polo Lions Club.

Board.

Photo by Vinde Wells Donald Cook, John Reining, and Shawn Gallagher are on the ballot, but board president Robert Ebbesmeyer did not seek reelection.

The Leaf River Village Board will also be short two community support for this,� members after the election.

Current acting village he said.

Landscaping will begin late this spring.

With the help of Tyler Hagemann, the design for the landscaping includes plantings that will be colorful year round, Carpenter said.

The Oregon Chamber The sculpture and of Commerce’s monthly interpretative signs with be “Lunch ‘n Learn� will be installed in early summer held at noon on Tuesday, with the final landscaping March 17 at the Rock River completed in the fall.

Center.

Making Rope

CAL sculpture to feature Phelps From A1 establishing the new park with pathways, seating, landscaping, and the Phelps sculpture as its centerpiece.

Phelps was a soldier in both the War of 1812 and the Black Hawk War 20 years later.

He founded Oregon and claimed 40 acres between Oregon and Mt. Morris in 1834.

Carpenter recounted CAL’s

goal of 10 in 10 — 10 pieces of sculpture in 10 years — which is completed by the Phelps sculpture. “It will be the capstone,� he said. “It will be the crown of all the work people have done over the 10 years.�

Over the 10 years, Carpenter said, CAL has raised more than $176,000, most of it coming from donations from individuals. “That really indicates the

The Oregon Chamber of Commerce invites community citizens and elected officials to participate

in its “Meet the Candidates Night� on Monday, March 16 at the Oregon Coliseum.

Doors will open at 6 p.m. for the event. Questions from citizens can also be submitted at that time.

A question and answer

vote, Huntley said. “For some reason voters always turn out for President on the United States, but they don’t care to participate in local elections,� she said. “Yet our local districts are what comprise our property tax bills.�

She said it costs as much for the county to hold the consolidated election in the spring as it does for a general election in the fall.

Wilkinson. “I encourage you to attend and enjoy a great lunch, compliments me, to see how your group can find those fund raising dollars and benefit from this terrific opportunity!�

Reservations are required by the Friday, March 13, and seating is limited.

Phone the Oregon Chamber of Commerce at 815-732-2100 to reserve a seat or send email: ococ@ oregonil.com.

The Chamber offers the Lunch ’n Learn programs on

a monthly basis. “Every third Tuesday of the month at noon the Chamber hosts a Lunch ‘n Learn at the Rock River Center,� said Debbie Dickson, Chamber executive director. “These lunches are available to any and all, and are a tremendous resource, providing a variety of information and community education for businesses and citizens alike. “These sessions are friendly and easy to attend,� said Dickson.

“The expense to hold a consolidated election is the same as a general election,�

Huntley said. “However the turnout is less than half [in the consolidated election].

As a result the cost per voters for a consolidated election is very high.�

Oregon Chamber Lunch ‘n Learn is Tuesday, March 17

Meet candidates on March 16 Event to be held at the Coliseum

president Shirley Poggioli is the only candidate filed for three open four-year trustee terms, and no one filed for an unexpired two-year trustee term.

The situation is much the same across the county with several other “races� short the needed number of candidates for full boards.

Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley called the lack of candidates “disappointing.� “I don’t believe in my 16 years as Ogle County Clerk, I have seen as many positions with no candidates,� she said.

In addition, so far the turnout of early and absentee voters, which began March 5, is very low. Only 12 people have come to her office to

session with the 2015 candidates for Oregon Mayor will follow at 6:30 p.m.

For information or questions contact the Chamber office at 815-7322100.

Chris Wilkinson, THRIVENT Financial, will be the speaker. THRIVENT offers free dollars on an annual basis to not for profits, service organizations, community projects and the like. “Often we are challenged by fund raising efforts in small communities� said

Oregon fire district voters to decide issue April 7 From A1 ambulance service, public or private, is likely to increase the response time to emergencies.

For the last several months, as coordinators of the Friends of the Oregon Fire District, Lindsey Breeden and Marie Tilly have been talking to organizations and other groups about what the referendum means to the community. “It’s important to vote yes on this because our community needs a good infrastructure, and that includes an ambulance service,�

Breeden said Tuesday. “This affects people’s lives.�

The Friends of the Oregon Fire District was formed in the late fall to promote the referendum because fire district officials, by law, cannot campaign for it.

Late last year, the fire district board decided to place the referendum on the ballot in the wake of the June closing of the Oregon Ambulance Service, Inc.,

a privately-owned, not-forprofit corporation.

The closing left the 120-square-mile fire district without its own ambulance service.

Since the early 1970s, the fire district had been served by the Oregon Ambulance Service Inc., which was managed by Oregon residents Jim and Betty Ferris.

Over the years, fire department officials had off and on discussed the possibility of establishing an ambulance service.

The issue came to a head last June 11 when Betty Ferris told the fire district board that the ambulance service would close its doors June 17 for financial reasons.

The far-flung district includes Castle Rock State Park, Lowden State Park, Lowden Miller State Forest, the Rock River, and two state highways.

At the time, Oregon Fire Chief Don Heller voiced his concern for the safety of not only the district’s residents but also the thousands of

tourists and other visitors who pass through.

Heller and other fire officials scrambled to enlist the assistance of neighboring fire districts, and within two weeks had secured the services of ATS Medical Services, Loves Park, a private ambulance service.

Since July 1, an ATS ambulance and crew have been based at the Oregon Fire Station and answer calls from there. Their 10-month contract ends April 30.

The options are limited.

The fire district’s funds are levied for fire protection, and by state statute, must be used for that purpose.

The law stipulates that fire protection funds can be used for ambulance purposes only to the point that it is not detrimental to fire protection.

Consequently, fire officials have said the $6,000 monthly fee charged by ATS cannot continue to come from fire protection funds.

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the district because of the emergency situation.

Fire district trustee Brian Stuart said earlier this year that ordinarily the service would be “six digits� per year.

If the referendum passes, the fire board will seek sealed bids for ambulance services while it gets its own service up and running, fire board president Jim Egyed said.

The new tax money, if approved, will not be available until tax bills are paid in 2016.

A passed referendum will allow the district to borrow money for the ambulance service to cover the year until the tax revenues are available.

If the referendum fails, however, Egyed said, the board has no plans to hire an ambulance service because no funds will be available for it.

Neighboring districts’ ambulance services will be available, but on a limited basis because calls within their home districts must get priority, he said.

The Ferrises deeded the ambulance building at 101 Madison St. and two ambulances to the fire district in August.

Only one could be economically refurbished sufficiently to meet state requirements.

That ambulance is in the process of being licensed by the state.

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The fire district is also seeking applicants for EMT positions and will schedule training later this year.

Although the referendum gives the district the authority to levy 40 cents per $100 of equalized assessed valuation, the board agreed in December to levy only 35 cents, the same amount levied for fire protection.

State statutes require the wording with the 40-cent maximum.

The Oregon Fire Protection District includes all of Oregon-Nashua Township and portions of Pine Creek, Pine Rock, White Rock, Rockvale, Marion, Grand Detour, and Taylor Townships.

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Indian mounds once on lawn at Sinnissippi Farm Editor’s note: Otto Dick, Oregon, has researched the people, places, and events important in Oregon’s history for the Ogle County Historical Society.

The following is one of a series of the articles he has written.

By Otto Dick At one time there were Indian mounds on the lawn in front of the house at what became Sinnissippi Farm.

George Reed, Daysville, recalled after every heavy rain, they could find Indian beads, etc. in the front yard of the Hemenway House.

The first Caucasian to live on the Sinnissippi Farm was John Carr. He was a “squatter” on the land in 1840. (Oregon was founded in 1836.)

James Moore purchased this land from the government on June 8, 1842 when land in this area could be purchased at the land office located at Dixon.)

Four years later Luke Hemenway purchased the land and in 1846 erected a stone house quarried from the Plantz Quarry, near Lighthouse Church. This land is now owned by David Point.

The next owners were Gen. Franklin C. Callender

in 1880, then Emma Asay in 1885, a Mr. Kneeland in 1895 and finally, Frank Lowden in 1899.

Three very large homes or mansions have occupied the same general location since Luke Hemenway built the first house of stone in 1846.

It was described as a grand and imposing structure: and was a “show place” to be visited by people, who lived within several miles of it.

Lowden and his family lived in this house from 1899-1906.

The Lowdens added porches and a servant’s quarter.

The second house at this location was built by the Lowdens in 1906.

Lowden continued to live in this house until his death in 1943. This house was torn down in 1949.

His daughter Harriet Madlener and her husband built their new house close to the old one. This house is presently for sale.

Summarizing, three mansions have been built since 1846. Oh, there are some houses built during this time span that are inhabited today.

During the early 1900s there were three mansions located in this region.

Walter Heckman completed his home in 1893

The Lowdens’ daughter Harriet Madlener built this large home in 1949 to replace the one her parents built more than 40 years earlier. Photo supplied

located near the entrance of Lowden State Park.

In 1928 Heckman sold 600 acres to Walter Strong where he constructed Stronghold Castle.

Other estates were in Ogle County at this time, and one of these was the Rock River Farms owned by Ruth Hanna McCormick located on Kennedy Hill Road north of Byron.

In 1853 another large land owner was the Illinois Central Railroad.

As an incentive for building the railroad, Illinois received a land grant from the U. S. government of 2.5 million acres. In Ogle County this included land on each side of the Illinois Central railroad track and other parcels scattered through the county.

Located on the Sinnissippi Farms were two of these one section parcels owned by the I. C. In 1842 when this land was opened for sale by the U. S. government, there were several investors who purchased lands not claimed by area farmers.

In Oregon, an attorney The Hemenway house was the first mansion built at what Henry Mix owned many became Sinnissippi Farm. Photo supplied

Victorian mourning customs to be topic Victorian mourning customs is the topic for a special program at on Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. at the Polo Senior Center.

Sharon Atkins, Roscoe will discuss societal customs, dressed from head-to-toe in her black mourning garb.

She will explain how funerals used to be held in private homes and how they transitioned to the funeral homes of today.

Atkins will also explain all the superstitions and folk tales, tips for genealogists, and social restrictions placed on widows during the years 1840 through 1910.

She will discuss society’s elaborate and strict rules regarding how the deceased should be honored at death and how they should be buried and mourned for two years.

Participants are encouraged to bring examples of hair art and funeral memorabilia to discuss, as well as clothing and other items that may be related to funerals.

The program is free and open to the public.

Donations will be accepted.

Light refreshments will be served at the end of the program.

Frank and Florence (Pullman) Lowden built this mansion in 1906. It was later torn down. Photo supplied

farms which he later sold to area farmers.

Our early settlers farmed and lived on land owned by the U. S. In 1842 they could purchase land from the federal government at the Dixon Land Office.

Following that came the land speculators, the lands owned by the I. C. railroad, and then the Rock River Valley attracted large estate holdings.

Our farming has also changed from small familyowned farms to large acreage farming.

Stone pillars mark the driveway to Sinnissippi Farm.

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Karen and Craig Hummel

Hummels to mark 50th anniversary Craig and Karen Hummel, Oregon, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on March 13.

Craig Hummel, Rockford, and Karen Grant, Whitewater, Wis., were joined in marriage March 13, 1965 at the First United Methodist Church, Whitewater.

They have been blessed

with two children, Kelley Huston, Oregon, and Clark (Gena) Hummel, Clinton, Iowa.

Their family circle is complete with five grandchildren and two stepgrandchildren, Tyler, Lexie, Brittany, Grant, Shelby, Riley, and Levi.

They plan to celebrate with a family dinner.

Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley issued the following marriage licenses: March 2: Jared L. Meyer, Dixon, and Katelynn E. Heng, Ashton.

Thomas C. Mulryan and Sally J. Hermsmeier, both of Chana.

March 3: James E. Faley, Jr., and Jesserie S. Alvaran, both of Dixon, March 4: Patrick C. Herriott and Susan L. Kelly, both of Oregon.

Scott J. Brown and Kimberly G. Manley, both of Forreston.

Ashley Cobb and Jesse Ruter

Ashley Cobb to wed Jesse Ruter July 18 Jesse Rieks Ruter, Pensacola, Fla., and Ashley Nicole Cobb, Mundelein, announce their engagement and plans to marry.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Stephen Cobb and Nicole Cobb, both of Mundelein.

Her fiancé is the son of Jeff Ruter, Breezy Point, Minn., and Susan Ruter, Forreston.

Both are graduates of Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, where they met as neighbors.

She is a Special Education teacher at Matthews Middle School, Wauconda.

He is an Aviation Combat Systems Officer Trainee in the United States Air Force.

The couple will marry on July 18 at Oak Hill Farms, Apple River.

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The Oregon High School Class of 1975 is still trying to locate a few of classmates in time for the 40th class reunion planned this fall.

“They may have moved away prior to graduating but we hoping to include them in our 40th celebration on Saturday, Oct. 17 at White Pines Inn,” said Liz (Mammen) Gamble, who is one of the organizers of the event. “We are looking forward to seeing any and all that can join us.”

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the following graduates is asked to email Gamble at lizgamble57@ yahoo.com or phone 262-758-0518 with the information.

Classmates whose information is needed

Hayega, Hall performed at concert Two area students performed with the The Augustana College Concert Band during the winter concert on Saturday, Feb. 14 in Centennial Hall, on the campus in Rock Island.

More than 70 student musicians shared their talent with the Augustana community. This concert also featured the Horn Choir and the Rock Island High School Band.

Local students who participated included Bethany Hayega, Kings, and Nathaniel Hall, Oregon.

include Jon Anderson, Judy Atkinson, Lee Maltes, Mike Bjorklund, Cindy Bolhous, Kim Brady, Stan Brazell, James Emery, Dave Everett, Regina Foster, Brenda Hoople, Jerry Jones, Craig Martin, Ruth Ann Michael, Al Perkins, David Putman, Craig Rosquest, Robin Stensen, Mike Thomas, Kathy Whitt, Bobby Wilder, Wendy Wilson, David Wook, Sherri Woodworth, and David Young.

Classes of 1959, 1960 reunion is July 11 The Oregon High School classes of 1959 and 1960 are planning their 56 and 55 year class reunion to be held Saturday, July 11 at the White Pines Lodge.

In order to invite all classmates the planning committees need help in finding the addresses for the following: Judy Canfield Banks, Jeanette Schramer Pearson, John (Jack) B. Roe, and Judy Moore Holloway.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Larry Howlett, 623 E. Garden St., DeKalb, IL 60115, or call 815-756-2867 or 815751-3741 mobile.

Oregon Library News “You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a book” . — Dr. Seuss Library Receives Books for Children Grant The Oregon Public Library has been awarded a Books for Children grant from The Libri Foundation, which is a nationwide non-profit organization which donates new, quality, hardcover children’s books to small, rural public libraries throughout the United States.

The foundation is matching a donation of $250 from the Friends of the Library on a 2 to 1 ratio, thereby enabling the library to select $750 worth of books from the foundation’s book list.

The books should arrive sometime this summer. More info to come when they arrive.

Thank you to The

Friends of the Library and Libri Foundation for their generosity.

Get Help with Electronic Devices Library staff will be on hand Saturday, March 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. to assist patrons with using their tablet, I-pad or smart phone.

No registration required.

2015 Summer Reading Program Bookmark Contest Entry forms for the 2015 Summer Reading Program Bookmark Contest are available at the library.

The 2015 theme is Read to the Rhythm. Students in grades K-12 are eligible and entries will be accepted through March 31.

All entries will be displayed at the library in April and selected bookmarks will be duplicated and used during

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the 2015 Summer Reading Program.

Preschool Story Time Story Time meets on Thursdays, at 10:30 a.m.

Join in for stories, crafts, friends, and fun. Story Time is designed for 3-6 year olds.

Registration is requested.

18 to 24 CLUB (months that is) This new program, designed for children ages 18 – 24 months accompanied by a parent or caregiver, will be 20 -25 minutes of books, games, music, and movement.

The date of the program is Saturday, March 28, at 10 a.m. Registration is requested but not required.

Library Book Clubs The Afternoon Book Club will meet Wednesday, March 18, at 1 p.m. at the library to discuss Annie Freeman’s Fabulous Traveling Funeral

by Kris Radish.

The Rock River Center Book Club will meet on Wednesday, April 8, at 12:30 p.m. at the Rock River Center to discuss Glass Castleby Jeannette Walls.

Rafael, Asher, Hayden, Zeke, Isabelle, Nick ,Jasper, Mason and Jacqlyn heard stories by author, Jane Yolen, and made “name trains” during Preschool Story Time at the Oregon Public Library. Photo supplied

Tax Forms Available A very limited number of tax forms are available at the library.

Only 1040, 1040-A, 1040EZ, and the Illinois 1040 have been received. The federal forms do not have the accompanying instruction booklets, but the state of Illinois has sent a few instruction books for the IL1040.

Online filing is now free and highly encouraged. The Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., is hosting AARP tax aides on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through April 8.

Call 815-732-3252 to make an appointment. The Rock River Center does not have tax forms.

New Releases DVDs Death Comes to Pemberley A Sloth Named Velcro The Jewel in the Crown Argo The Maze Runner Boyhood Fury When the Game Stands Tall Downton Abbey Season 5 CDs Morning Phase-Beck My Everything- Ariana

Grande Lost in the Dream-The War on Drugs In The Lonely Hour-Sam Smith Turn Blue-The Black Keys 1989-Taylor Swift Bringing Back the Sunshine-Blake Shelton The library is located at 300 Jefferson St. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information and accessibility accommodations, call 815732-2724.

One third of all people with diabetes do not know they have the disease.

In fact, half of people age 65 or older have pre-diabetes. Get all the facts on diabetes and how to prevent or delay it. Register for our FREE class, Small Steps Big Rewards: Thursday, March 19, 5 – 7 p.m.

FHN Memorial Hospital, Globe Room, Freeport, IL Registration required. Please call 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346) ext. 970.

Learn more about living a longer, healthier life without diabetes at www.fhn.org

Information provided by Joslin Diabetes Center, 2015

Church News ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Join us after the service in our for coffee, snack & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH DISCIPLES UNITED 303 W. Franklin St., METHODIST CHURCH Baileyville Hitt and Maple Streets, Pastor Alan Cassel Mt. Morris 815-232-6222 Pastor Dwight Stewart www.

Phone 815-734-4853 baileyvillebaptistchurch.org Worship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m.

9:30 a.m. Sunday School for Sunday School 10:45 a.m. all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship EAST JORDAN UNITED 12:30 p.m. Afternoon Service METHODIST CHURCH Wednesday 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study Dave Jungnickel, Pastor 815-626-0104 BAILEYVILLE 9 a.m. Fellowship REFORMED CHURCH 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 400 W. Center St. 10:45 a.m. Worship Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto EAST OREGON CHAPEL 815-235-1201 CHURCH OF GOD 9 a.m. Sunday School 107 N. Daysville Rd. 10 a.m. Morning Worship East Edge of Oregon Thursday, March 12—5 p.m.

Off Ill. 64 Soup Supper Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or BETHEL UNITED 815-732-6569 METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

217 S. Hickory St., Shannon Church 10:30 a.m.

815-864-2581 Traditional Worship 9 a.m.

EBENEZER REFORMED Education Hour 10 a.m.

CHURCH Contemporary Worship 11 2997 N. German Church Rd. a.m.

Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, then three miles north.

BROOKVILLE and Pastor Brion Brooks ELKHORN UNITED Church Office METHODIST CHURCHES Phone: 815-732-6313 Brookville: Adult Sunday Director of Ministries School 9:30 a.m. for Youth and Christian Worship 10:30 a.m.

Education 17725 W. Chamber St. David Bordy in Brookville 9 a.m. Sunday School Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m.

10 a.m. Sunday Worship Adult Sunday School 10 a.m.

Roots Youth Ministry— Corner of Wilson Mill & Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m.

Brick Church Roads Kids Clubs & Men’s & Women’s Bible Study— CHANA UNITED Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m.

METHODIST CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana 61015 EMMANUEL Pastor Javier Martinez EVANGELICAL 815-732-7683 LUTHERAN CHURCH chanaumc@gmail.com 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon Adult & Children’s Education (Payne’s Point) 9 a.m.

Pastor Andrew Kayes Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Office: 815-732-2424 Holy Communion Celebrated Worship Service 9 a.m. the First Sunday of Each Month Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour

Thursday, March 12—10 a.m. Bible Class Sunday, March 15—9 a.m.

Worship with Communion; 10:20 a.m. Education Hour; 11:30 a.m. Confirmation Tuesday, March 17—No ALIVE Meeting Wednesday, March 18—10 a.m. & 7 a.m. Lenten Service CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Monte J. Cox, Pastor 815-946-2848 Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

(June, July, August 9:30 a.m.)

We include children in our Sunday Worship experience “Kids are People, too�

Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after Praise & Worship.

Casual, Contemporary, Non-Traditional Passion for God Compassion for People Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITE PINES CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Saturdays at 6 p.m.

Sundays at 10 a.m.

815-837-5255 whitepines@crossroadscn.com Campus Pastor Chad Keeteman ext. 302 Youth Pastor Jose Garcia ext. 303 We offer contemporary worship and relevant Bible teaching through engaging messages, and powerful video

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Lenten Supper; 7 p.m. Lenten Service; 7:30 p.m. Choir Thursday, March 19—6:30 p.m. Bible Study FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith Handicapped Accessible 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Rev. Derek Rogers 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 815-732-2642 Rev. Jared Cochran “A Christ-centered, Biblebelieving, family-oriented ministry.�

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

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 609 S. 10th St., Oregon 815-732-2359 Grail Storm, Minister 815-732-7411 Worship Service—10 a.m.

If you haven’t found a church home, we invite you to First Christian Church in Oregon, where we accept one another just as Christ accepted us. Come as you are.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com Handicapped Accessible Worship 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor David Poust 815-938-2380 Thursday, March 12—7 p.m.

Ad Council Saturday, March 14—UMW Lenten Tea Sunday, March 15—9 a.m.

Worship Service; 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School Monday, March 16—8 a.m.

AA Open Meeting; 9:30 a.m.

Coffee at The Depot; 3 p.m.

Good News Club Wednesday, March 18—6:30 p.m. Bible Study

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor FLORENCE UNITED Lance Mennen METHODIST CHURCH 815-734-4942 2649 W. Florence Rd., Thursday, March 12—9:30 Freeport a.m. MOM’S Group; 1 p.m.

Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier Ladies Bible Study Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, March 14—7 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Men’s Accountability Group; 9 a.m. Evangelism Seminar FORRESTON GROVE Sunday, March 15—8:30 CHURCH a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m.

7246 N. Freeport Rd., InnerMission; 10 a.m. Worship Forreston Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group Presbyterian Church in Tuesday, March 17—9 a.m.

America Ladies Prayer Circle Pastor Jeremy Cheezum Wednesday, March 18—6 815-938-3605 a.m. Dixon Men’s Prayer 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Meeting 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Log onto our website at Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. http://www.efcmm.org to check Pioneer Club out our latest opportunities and Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult updates Study; 7:45 p.m. Choir FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Jeremy Heller, Pastor 815-946-3588 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service Nursery Available We are an independent nondenominational Christian church.

Visitors are always welcome.

FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203 “ A Church with a Heart — In the Heart of Forreston�

9 a.m. Sunday Worship Sunday, March 15—9 a.m.

Worship; 10 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday, March 18—12 p.m. Senior Friendship; 6 p.m.

FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH 501 Third Ave. Tim Fry, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School FREEDOM LUTHERAN WORSHIPPING COMMUNITY, ELCA Pastor Jeff Schlesinger 815-222-7270 Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Dining Hall 1834 S. IL Rt. 2 (a mile south of Oregon) Welcome Center 111 S. Fourth St., Oregon GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd.

GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church and Main Streets Matt Smith, Pastor 8:30 a.m. Worship Service LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Randy Newton 815-738-2205 Email leafriverbc@gmail. com Sunday Praise and Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sunday School 11 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer/Bible Studies 6 p.m.

Prayer Chain 738-2205 Wednesday—Various Activities 6:30-8:30 p.m.

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Barb Good 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

Fellowship 10 a.m.

Sunday School & Confirmation 10:15 a.m.

Activities during the Week: Sunday, March 15—11:30 a.m. Youth Lunch and OHS Musical Monday, March 16—10 a.m.

Women’s Bible Study; 5 p.m.

LEAF RIVER UNITED Education METHODIST CHURCH Tuesday, March 17—6:30 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River p.m. Den Meeting Pastor David Poust Wednesday, March 18—5:30 Sunday, March 15—10:30 p.m. Youth Mission Spaghetti a.m. Worship Service & Supper; 6:30 p.m. Lenten Bible Children’s Church Study; 6:15 p.m. Children’s Choir; 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir LIGHTHOUSE UNITED Thursday, March 19— METHODIST CHURCH Newsletter Deadline; Easter 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Plant Order Deadline Pastor Javier Martinez Handicapped Accessible PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN Worship Service 9 a.m.

CHURCH Sunday School 10 a.m.

5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Age Three through Pastor Gregg Downs Sixth Grade.

9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 Everyone is Welcome a.m. Worship Service MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 409 W. Brayton Road P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573 Office hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Friday, March 13—9 a.m.

Women’s Fellowship Sunday, March 15—8:15 a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m.

Worship-Fourth Sunday in Lent; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages Tuesday, March 17—8:45 a.m. Bible Study; Quilting Wednesday, March 18—7:15 p.m. Chimes Rehearsal NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon Pastor David Demmer 815-732-7404 10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship Service NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 Saturday, March 14—9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center Sunday, March 15—9 a.m.

Sunday School; 10:05 a.m.

Worship Service Tuesday, March 17—9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center OREGON CHURCH OF GOD 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Pastor Michael Hoffman 815-732-6847

You and your family are invited to join us in worship on Sunday, March 15 at 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Hoffman’s sermon is titled “Gethsemane – Reading of the Wills.�

Greeting you will be Bob and Janie Lapage.

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

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

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PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Wednesday, March 18—6 p.m. Lenten Study at United Presbyterian Church, Freeport REVIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris follow@revivemtm.com 815-994-0428 Southern Baptist Saturday Night Service 5:30 p.m.

Celebrate Recovery 6-8 p.m. Monday ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon Rev. Joyce Beaulieu Interim Priest 815-732-7211 or 815-732-3328 www.saintbrides.org Email:saintbrides@verizon. net Services Sunday-Holy Communion-8 and 10 a.m.

Wednesday Healing Service-6 p.m.

Classes Children’s Sunday School-9 a.m.

Adult Sunday School-9 a.m.

(2nd & 4th Sunday) St. Bride’s follows traditional Anglican-Episcopal church practices; is biblically based and both family and individual oriented.

Visitors are always welcomed.

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH West Grove Road at Columbine Rd. Pastor Steve Erickson Saturday, March 14—8:30 a.m. Northern Illinois Synod Resourcing Event Sunday, March 15—9:15 a.m.

Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. “How Lutherans Interpret the

ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919 Sunday Sunday School 9 a.m.

Social Time 10 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, March 18—6:15 p.m. Simple Meal; 7 p.m.

Lenten Service ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 p.m.

Sunday 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m.

Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest 3 p.m.

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

St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m.

Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 1st & 2nd Wednesdays 6 p.m.

Adult Bible Study 1st Wednesday 8:30 a.m.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon Pastor Richard Tomlinson 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: Worship Services 8:30 & 11 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m.

Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Rev. Michael Bolger 815-864-2548 Masses—Saturday 4:30 p.m., Sunday 8 & 10 a.m.

Confessions-Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 7:30 a.m.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Friday, March 13—8 a.m.

Bulletin Assembly & Coffee Saturday, March 14—5:30 p.m. Worship Service; Second Saturday Supper Sunday, March 15—8:45 a.m. Worship Service; 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; Fellowship Time Between Services; 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Tuesday, March 17—1:15 p.m. Communion at Pinecrest Manor Wednesday, March 18—6:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise; 5:30 p.m.

Choristers; 5:30 p.m. Chime Choir; 6 p.m. Soup Supper; 6:30 p.m. Lenten Midweek Gathering; 7 p.m. Chancel Choir WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 Sunday School—9:30 a.m.

Worship—10:35 a.m.

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

The local Weight Watchers group meets Wednesday at the church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, followed by their meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m.

March’s Bible Books of the Month are Daniel and Revelations.

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Events & Entertainment

Relay For Life rally set Kick-off event will be held in Byron American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Ogle County will hold a community rally on St. Patrick’s Day, Tuesday, March 17. The rally will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Fifth Alarm Firehouse Pub, 120 N. Union St., Byron.

Cancer survivors, volunteers, and community members are invited to kickoff the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Ogle County event.

This open house style event will highlight ways the society fights back against cancer and will honor cancer survivors and caregivers.

It will be an opportunity for people to learn how to get involved and register teams to participate in the

upcoming event to be held Friday, June 5, at Oregon High School.

The Relay For Life movement unites communities across the globe to celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action to finish the fight once and for all.

Funds raised through Relay For Life events support the American Cancer Society’s lifesaving mission.

Program on identity theft, scams is April 22 in Oregon

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The Assemblymen to perform Community Reformed Church of Freeport will have its 22nd annual Lenten Concert Series on Sunday evenings through March 29. The church is at 1421 W. Galena Ave., Freeport.

The Assemblymen Gospel Quartet will appear in concert on Sunday, March 15 at 7 p.m.

The Assemblymen Gospel Quartet, which originates from Rockford, are now starting their 25th year of ministry.

Six regular travelers are part of the group, and they represent five churches.

A free will offering will be taken for support of their ministry through music.

Refreshments will be provided following the concert.

Parking lot entrances are on both West Galena Avenue and Winter Drive.

Scheduled performers for the reminder of the series are the Trinity Quartet on March 22 and the Cifonie Quartet on March 29.

Stillman Bank and Rock River Center will co-host a free presentation entitled, “How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft, Fraud and Scams”on Wednesday, April 22 at 9:30 a.m. at Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon.

The program is offered In conjunction with Money Smart Week of Northern Illinois, It will last approximately one hour.

Booth and entry fees will go to help with medical expenses for Kim Meyer, Ashton, who was diagnosed with Philadelphia chromosome positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia in November.

Meyer owned an antique shop in Franklin Grove, and is no longer to keep it open. Her

thieves can steal financial and confidential information.

Time will be provided for participants to address any concerns and share stories with others about identity theft.

Due to limited seating, RSVP by Monday, April 20 by calling Rock River Center at 815-732-3252.

For more information, go to www.stillmanbank.com or www.rockrivercenter.org.

Home & Garden Show is set for March 14-15 in Sterling

If you are planning a home remodeling project or just want new ideas to spruce up your home or garden, make plans to attend the Sauk Valley Home & Garden Show: Saturday and Sunday, March 14-15 at Northland Mall in Sterling.

The free show will feature vendors displaying products friend, Jodi Horner, is helping and services for anything to organize the event.

Meyer completed two out of eight rounds of chemotherapy. She will begin In April, the Rock River the third round next week.

Center Stump Jumpers will Her doctors are currently on the search for a match for a start their season by hiking in the Byron trails. stem cell replacement.

The group of men and To reserve a booth, call women meet to take nature 815-871-0948.

The entry fee to attend the walks along local trails.

They meet the first sale is $3 per person.

Antique sale to benefit Meyer An antique and collectible sale will be held Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, March 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Oak Lane of Oregon, 3261 S. Daysville Rd. Booths are available for vendors to participate in the sale.

Identity theft is on the rise and scammers are always coming up with new ways to defraud consumers.

This program, will be presented by the Illinois Office of Comptroller Leslie Geisler Munger. It will provide a number of tips to protect citizens from becoming victims.

Participants will learn about some of the latest scams and the many ways

from home remodeling and construction to landscape, plus indoor living, design and much more.

“There is a wealth of home improvement specialists in and around this market.

The Sauk Valley Home and Garden Show is a great opportunity for them to showcase their products or services to the community,”

said Ed Bushman, Sauk Valley Media. “We are so happy to have such a variety of vendors at the show. It is an event where individuals interested in improving their homes will have the opportunity to talk with home improvement specialists all under one roof.”

For more information, call 815-625-3600, ext. 5681.

Stump Jumpers hikes to begin Thursday of each month at 9 a.m., April through October, and November, weather-permitting.

A different location is chosen each month. Some hikes are only a couple of hours while others are long enough that

participants bring a lunch.

The schedule through May is: April 2, Byron Forest Preserve; May 7, Anderson Gardens, Rockford.

Call Deb at 815-732-3252 or 1-800-541-5479 for fee details and to register.

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Saturday, March 14 • 7am-10am at Bertolet Memorial Building

Serving pancakes, sausage, applesauce, orange juice, milk, and coffee.

All you can eat - $7.00 Adult (One time through) - $6.00 Kids (5 to 12) - $4.00 Kids (4 and Under) - FREE

Musician Phillip Kaufmann will present “Cotton Patch Gospel,” at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 22 at the Oregon United Methodist Church, 200 S. Fourth St.

The Phidian Art Club is accepting entries for the 68th Annual Art Show.

Entries will be accepted on Thursday and Friday, March 26 and 27, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon.

The art show will be Tuesday, March 31 at 6 p.m. at the Loveland Community House.

The show and reception are free and open to all.

The judge’s critique and presentation of awards will begin at 7 p.m.

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Suggested admission is $10. All proceeds from the show will go toward fighting hunger through Life Line in Oregon, Loaves & Fish in

Artwork must be original paintings or drawings and not previously entered in the show, ready for hanging by wire, no more than 48 inches in width, not exceeding 25 pounds, and suitable for family viewing.

The artist must live within 35 driving miles of Dixon and be 17 years or older.

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sculpture will be accepted.

All of the other awards, Awards are given in will be open to all artists, a variety of categories, including “Emerging including American and Artists”.

Regional scenes, nature, For more information, creativity, realistic style, guidelines and entry forms, multicultural, best floral, please call Ellen Allen best landscape and at 815-652-2002 or Judy “Reflections of the Past” Dixon at 815-288-2501. awards.

More than $3,500 in prizes will be awarded, donated by local businesses and individuals.

This year four awards will Serenity Hospice and be presented to “Emerging Home will sponsor two Artists” who have never won meetings in March. a Phidian Art Show Award.

First Steps and Beyond for survivors will meet on Thursday, March 12 at 11:30 a.m. at Sunrise II Family Restaurant, 101 W. Second St., Byron.

First Steps is a meeting of fellowship and sharing for those who have survived the death of a family member.

Each person will be responsible for ordering his/her own lunch from the menu.

For reservations or more information, call the Serenity Hospice and Home office at 815-732-4111 by 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 12.

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C.A.F.E. (Coffee and Friends, etc.) will meet Friday, March 13 from 9 to 10 a.m. at Serenity Home.

This group is open to all adult bereaved persons in the community.

Call the Serenity Hospice and Home office by 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 12 to register.

If no one calls, the group will not meet.

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Annual 4-H bowling tournament was held Submitted by Jodi Baumgartner Program Coordinator 4-H Youth Development

in this year’s event.

The championship round of the 2015 Ogle County 4-H Bowling Tournament was held on Feb. 22 at Town and Country Lanes, Mount Morris.

Seven qualifying teams bowled to determine the first place winners in both the junior division (ages 6-13) and senior division (ages 14 and up).

The qualifying rounds were set up by the clubs earlier in the year at bowling centers throughout the county.

Thank you to the bowling centers for their continued support: Town and Country Lanes, Mt. Morris, and T-Byrd Lanes, Rochelle.

Almost 200 youth bowled

Championship Junior Teams First Place – Pine Creek Valley 4-H Club, Polo, 592 pins.

Kody Scherer, Amber Henson, and Kayla Blum.

Second Place – By-YBadgers 4-H Club, Byron, 466 pins.

Matthew Hickey, Will Carlson, and Tyler Stockwell.

Championship Senior Teams First Place – Ogle County Clovers 4-H Club, Rochelle, 936 pins.

Jordan Mingus, Mahalia Freier, and Sarah Antolik.

Second Place – Pine Creek Valley 4-H Club, Polo, 609 pins.

Alex Scherer, Colton Griffin, and Mac Llanas.

Scores at the qualifying

bowl determined individual high games and high series winners.

Winners are listed below.

Jr. High Game: Jackson Craig, Mighty Clovers 4-H Club, Monroe Center - 142 pins.

Jr. High Series: Kayla Blum, Pine Creek Valley 4-H Club, Polo – 213 pins.

Sr. High Game: Jordan Mingus, Ogle County The first place senior team in the recent 4-H bowling tournament Clovers 4-H Club, Rochelle was the Ogle County Clovers 4-H Club with 936 pins.

– 202 pins. Mingus also had Pictured left to right are: Jordan Mingus, Mahalia Freier, and Sarah Antolik. the Sr. High Series with 346 pins.

4-H is a program of the University of Illinois Extension.

For more information about 4-H, contact the Ogle County Extension Office, 421 W Pines Road, Suite 10, Oregon, IL 61061, 815-7322191 or go online at http:// web.extension.illinois.edu/ bdo/.

Flood rate maps changed Lee County and Ogle County’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps are changing.

Proposed revisions to the Lee County and Ogle County Flood Insurance Rate Maps affect 50 map panels and reflect new study information for the Rock River and the Kyte River Watershed.

A public open house focusing on the Kyte River Watershed map panel changes is scheduled for Thursday, March 26, from 3- 6 p.m. at the Rochelle City Hall Lower Level Conference Center, 420 N. 6th St., in Rochelle.

Communities affected are: City of Rochelle, Village of Hillcrest, and unincorporated Lee and Ogle Counties.

A public open house focusing on the Rock River map panel changes is scheduled for Wednesday,

April 1, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.. at the Lee County Old Courthouse, 3rd Floor Conference Room, 112 East Second St., in Dixon.

Communities affected are: cities of Dixon, Oregon and Byron; Village of Nelson; and unincorporated Lee and Ogle Counties.

The open houses provide the opportunity to: • Locate your property on the new Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and learn your level of risk; • Understand the significance of the mapped flood hazard zones; • Become informed about the options available if you are affected; • Learn the status of your Letter of Map Change (please bring your FEMA documentation or case number);

The HCC Global Task Force, the Boyer Colloquium, and Highland Community College will host a lecture and discussion entitled “ISIS: Sect, State and Terror in Iraq and Syria” on Thursday, March 26 at 7 p.m. at the Student/Conference Center, Room H201 at Highland Community College, 2998

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The lecture and discussion will be facilitated by Beth K. Dougherty, professor of International Relations and Political Science, and chairman of International Relations at Beloit College.

The event is free and open to the public.

For more information

• Be introduced to the National Flood Insurance Program.

Representatives from the Illinois State Water Survey and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources will be on hand to answer questions and accept comments. Call 217-649-9419 for more information.

The Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Insurance Study affecting Lee County are available for review at the Lee County Zoning Office, 112 E. Second St., Dixon; the Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Insurance Study affecting Ogle County are available for review at the Ogle County Planning & Zoning Department, 911 W. Pines Rd., Oregon.

Pine Creek Valley 4-H Club was the first place team in the recent 4-H bowling tournament with 592 Pictured left to right are: Amber Henson, Kody Scherer, and Kayla Blum.

Pancake day is March 21

The sap is running from the trees and that means maple syrup.

The Kiwanis Club of Byron will hold its 17th annual Pancake Day on Saturday, March 21 from 7 to 11 a.m. at the Byron Forest Preserve Jarrett Prairie Center.

Pancake Day is held in conjunction with the forest preserve’s Maple Syrup Festival.

Other events will include maple syrup-making demonstrations, hayrides, contact Andy Dvorak at and opening of the Heritage Farm Museum. andy.dvorak@highland.edu Tickets are $6 for adults or 815-599-3443.

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Poultry production class is March 17 University of Illinois Extension will offer a class on home-scale poultry production on Tuesday, March 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ogle County Extension office located at 421 W. Pines Rd. in Oregon, in the Farm Bureau building.

The program is called Raising Backyard Chickens Right, taught by Andy Larson, local foods systems and small farms educator with the extension.

“Whether motivated by extremely local food, or simply having a showy pet to decorate the yard, there are a number of things you need to know about raising chickens so that your family and your birds can live happy and healthy together,” Larson said.

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Participants will discuss choosing chicken breeds and starting chicks; considerations for building a coop and designing a chicken run; overcoming winter weather and pressure from predators; handling and selling eggs in Illinois safely and legally.

The program fee is $5, payable in advance or at the door. Pre-registration is preferred to ensure adequate space and materials.

For more information or to register,call the extension office at 815-732-2191 or visit the website at web. extension. illinois.edu/bdo.

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Proceeds are used to support community programs such as Adopt-AHighway, American Cancer Society, Byron Education Foundation, ByronFest Kiddie Korral, Byron Key Club, Byron Builders Club, Young Children Priority One, College Scholarships, Key Club Homeless Sleepout, Layperson of the Year, Maple Syrup Festival, Miracle on 2nd Street,

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Band Extravaganza March 19 The Oregon school bands will hold a pasta dinner fundraiser on Thursday, March 19 from 4:15 to 6:30 p.m. at the Oregon High School cafeteria.

Following the pasta dinner, band students in grades 5-12 will perform in the 21st annual Band Extravaganza at 7 p.m. at the Blackhawk Center.

Admission to the concert is free but donations are

welcome.

The pasta dinner includes pasta, salad, bread, dessert and beverage.

Tickets are $5 (children five and under eat free).

Proceeds from the dinner will go to the OHS Band Program.

Advance tickets may be purchased from any band members (grades 5-12), by emailing Andy Eckardt, band director, at aeckardt@ocusd.

net, or by calling the school at 815-732-6241.

The concert will feature performances by the fifth and sixth grade band and the David L. Rahn Junior High band, under the direction of Miles Beske, as well as selections performed by the Oregon High School band, directed by Andy Eckardt.

All three bands will perform together, as well.

K of C to host blood drive The Oregon Knights of Columbus 1092 and Catholic Daughters of America 1337 will host a community blood drive on Friday, March 20 in the Knights of Columbus Hall at St. Mary’s Community Center, 881 Mongan Drive, Oregon.

Staff from the Rock River Valley Blood Center (RRVBC) will draw blood

from 1 to 7 p.m.

The blood drive will run in conjunction with the season’s first St. Mary’s Lenten Fish Fry that will start at 5 p.m.

Anyone donating or attempting to donate at the drive will receive a coupon for $2 off dinner at any of this season’s St, Mary’s Fish Frys.

Anyone who is at least 17

years old (16 years old with parental consent), weighs at least 110 pounds and is in general good health, should be eligible to donate blood.

For more information or to schedule an appointment call Gus Lamesch at 815289-3328.

Contact the RRVBC at 815-965-8751, toll free at 877-RRVBC-99, or on the web at www.rrvbc.org.

Libby Hinshaw demonstrates a soap bubble for the judges last year’s Oregon Elementary School Science Fair. This year’s fair will be held March 21. Photo supplied

Public is invited to OES Science Fair on Saturday, March 21 The 15th annual Oregon Elementary School Science Fair will be held at the Blackhawk Center on Saturday, March 21.

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Lions announce raffle winners The Oregon Lions Club conducted its meat raffle drawing at its Feb. 26 meeting.

Lion Candice Holbrook assisted Lion Dave Stenger in drawing the names of the lucky winners.

More than four dozen

names were drawn, and meat was delivered to the prize winners by club members.

“The Oregon Lions wish to thank everyone who bought a ticket for this annual fundraiser,” said club member Jean Hoff.

The top prize winners were Kim Murray, half hog; Gary Bocker, half hog; Tom Shannon, beef tenderloin.

The four $50 Super Valu certificate winners were Butch Bolhaus, Bob Bloemker, Gary Olson, and HomeTown Auto Repair.

The Chana United Methodist Church will hold its annual Chicken Noodle and Lasagna Supper on Saturday, March 14 from 4 to 6:30 p.m.

They will serve homemade

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The church is handicapped accessible. Carryouts are available by calling 815-7327683. The youth will also be holding a bake sale.

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We have been helping people since 1982. Call if you or your group would like a tour of Lifeline.

We wish to thank everyone that helps us, unload food, put it on the shelves, sort clothing, and our volunteers.

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Saturday morning to enjoy the excitement as students share their projects with the community.

The awards ceremony will follow at 11:30 a.m.

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Oregon Woman’s Club to meet March 20 The Oregon GFWC Woman’s Club will hold its next meeting on Friday, March 20 in Conover Coffee and Chocolates.

They will join together for lunch at 11:45 preceding the meeting which will begin at 1 p.m.

The speaker will be from H.O.P.E. of Rochelle.

All women of the area are encouraged to attend this meeting.

For details call Judy Groharing 815-652-2047.

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Donation for RRC Mike and June Arians of the Roadhouse Restaurant, Oregon, present Ann Haas, Executive Director of the Rock River Center, with a check for $640 from a portion of proceeds of video gaming. The Arians said they are thankful for the services the Rock River Center provides to Ogle County older adults. Photo supplied

Several events are scheduled this month that will provide the public with information about the Oregon Fire Protection District’s upcoming referendum to provide an ambulance service.

The Friends of the Oregon Fire Department will address the Ogle County Board at its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 17 at 5:30 p.m. in the county board meeting room on the thrid floor of the Ogle County Courthouse.

The fire department will also hold an open house on Saturday, March 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the fire station.

An informational meeting will also be held on Tuesday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the fire district’s administration building at 106 S. First Street.

The Friends of the Oregon Fire Department have also addressed various local organizations about the referendum in the last few weeks.

The referendum to allow the fire district levy real estate taxes at a maximum rate of 40 cents per $100 of equalized assessed valuation to fund a full-time ambulance service will appear on the April 7 ballot.

Fire officials have said they will levy only 35 cents per $100 of equalized assessed valuation.

That translates into $175 in real estate taxes per year for a house valued at $150,000, excluding exemptions.

Oregon VFW Post 8739 will host a corned beef and cabbage dinner on Saturday, March 21, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The dinner will consist of corned beef, cabbage, red potatoes, carrots, salad, dinner roll, and dessert.

The cost is $8 per person.

All proceeds after expenses will go to help the VFW with their veterans services.

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School district is offering no-cost program for four-year-olds Calling all 4-year-olds!

The Oregon School District will again offer a no-cost morning and afternoon Pre-K program open to every 4-year-old child in the district.

The program is called Foundations 4 Success.

This preschool program is open to any child who will be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2015, and who does not qualify for the district’s existing Early Childhood preschool program.

Unlike the existing Early Childhood program in which

students qualify based on risk factors, the Foundations 4 Success preschool program is open to all 4-year old children.

Foundations 4 Success is designed to develop children into life-long learners who are responsible for their own

learning in collaboration with their families.

Frequently Asked Questions Where will classes be held? Classes will be held at Oregon Elementary School.

How long will my child

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OHS musical Copacabana coming March 14-15 Oregon High School students will present “Copacabana” on Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14 at 7 p.m. and a matinee on Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. Doors open one half hour prior to the performance.

“Copacabana” is a musical comedy based on the Barry Manilow song of the same name.

A young songwriter, Stephen, dreams up a story set in the late 1940s about a songwriter named Tony Forte who falls in love with a naïve young show girl, Lola La Mar. Lola lands a job at the prestigious Copacabana night club.

She is then kidnapped by an evil rival club owner, Rico Castelli, and whisked away to Havana, Cuba.

Can Tony and club owner

Sam Silver rescue Lola, or will Lola lose her love at the Tropicana?

The show features Will Coots as Tony Forte and Kelsey Handschuh as Lola La Mar. They are supported by Connor Hopkins as Sam Silver, Alyssa Theisen as Gladys Murphy, Noah Russel as Rico Castelli, and Carly Stephens as Conchita Alvarez.

The show is directed by Cole Davidson, vocals by Katie Sheridan, and Andy Eckardt directing the pit orchestra.

Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens.

Tickets can be purchased at the door prior to performances after the doors open.

All tickets are for general These Oregon High School students will present “Copacabana” on Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14 at 7 p.m. along with a matinee on Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. Photo supplied admission seating.

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By Mary Gardner Reading Specialist

What are the expectations for enrollment in this program? How do I apply? School officials are excited to build a culture of family engagement; families will be engaged within the curriculum on a regular basis. Families will participate in volunteer opportunities.

To monitor student’s academic and social growth, gain family input of their

child’s experiences, and any other feedback to strengthen the program for student success through family engagement, quarterly surveys will be sent home.

The online application will be open until the registration deadline.

For more information or to apply, visit www.ocusd. net/F4S or call Oregon Elementary School Principal Ann Tilton at 815-732-2911.

which we are interested. We can skip around and read parts of one page and all of another.

This is a good way to model how to read to learn.

Detailed diagrams, maps, charts, and high quality photographs often accompany nonfiction texts.

These visuals are appealing and we should be sure to stop and look at them, read any captions, labels, or keys, and talk about what information we can learn from them.

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Reading Matters texts and biographies.

Biographies, and autobiographies, tell the story of a persons’ life.

Sometimes only a part of the life is included.

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Informational texts include all materials that present accurate knowledge about something in our world.

They can be about any topic you can imagine. They might be how-to books including cookbooks and books about crafts.

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We often think about reading aloud stories to our children and grandchildren.

We can also read aloud from nonfiction texts.

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A main reason for this is that much of the reading done outside of school is nonfiction, especially in college and the work place.

We certainly want our students to be prepared for all of the kinds of reading tasks they will meet.

For this month’s column, as well as the next few columns, we will explore nonfiction texts and consider ways we can enjoy them with our children and grandchildren.

Nonfiction texts contain information that can be verified in published sources.

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Is this program open to all 4-year-old children? Yes. School officials recommend, however, that students with

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SECTION B

Thursday, March 12, 2015

Cardinals headed to state after beating DeSales

By Andy Colbert Reporter Just like he did at the 1A state football finals in Champaign, hoisting the championship trophy for the Forreston fans, Robert DeVries did the same at NIU’s Convocation Center with the super-sectional plaque Tuesday night.

The only difference in the 67-53 win over Chicago St. Francis de Sales was that it was his understudy Wyatt Kerchner leading the Cardinals downstate.

With 2 minutes, 24 seconds left in the third quarter, DeVries went to the bench with his fourth foul and Kerchner was suddenly thrust into the role of point guard. The 6-foot-3 senior responded brilliantly with five straight points to close out the quarter, giving Forreston a 46-35 lead as the quarter ended.

“I knew I was going to have to step up,” Kerchner said. “I’m used to it from scrimmaging against (DeVries).”

On St. Francis de Sales’ first possession of the fourth quarter, Kerchner had a steal, went coast-to-coast, missed a shot, got the rebound and was fouled, making one of the free throws. Two possessions later, he beat Catholic League all-star Tyler Streeter to the basket for another score.

“We knew DeVries,” St. Francis coach Kevin Wolfe said. “With him out, we thought the pressure on No. 12 (Kerchner) would cause him to crumble. He handled it well.”

“Wyatt has been underlooked all year,” Forreston

Forreston plays Friday, March 13 at 12:15 p.m. at Carver Arena in Peoria at the state tournament. coach Travis Ross said. “He stepped up big time.”

Kerchner had 23 points, but it was his ball-handling skills that frustrated the Pioneers. That and his defensive artistry on Streeter, the top scorer in the Catholic league for the last two seasons. He also had a game-high five steals.

“That man can handle the ball,” DeVries said. “He picked the team up.”

DeVries came back in with four minutes left in the game and his team up 51-42.

Nathan Schniederman, the other player St. Francis was keying on besides DeVries, hit a wide-open shot off an Ethan Groom assist to make it 53-42 and Kerchner made a driving lay-up for a 55-42 lead.

Another key basket in the final quarter was a no-look reverse lay-up by Marcus Edler.

St. Francis would close to within 57-49, but Aaron Shelton answered that with a score and then had a steal at the other end and converted an old-fashioned 3-point play.

Another Shelton free throw gave the Cardinals a 14-point lead with less than two minutes to play and the large Forreston crowd knew another trip downstate was close at hand.

“It was perfect timing,” Shelton said. “They pressed and gave us a chance to run. Everyone said this was a Chicago team we were playing and we should be scared. We weren’t. We came out in attack mode.”

That attack mode led to a

Four OHS sports teams earn academic award Four fall athletic teams at Oregon High School qualified for the IHSA Team Academic Achievement Award as announced recently by the Illinois High School Association.

The four teams are girls cross country, boys cross country, boys soccer, and girls volleyball.

The Illinois High School Association supports the IHSA Team Academic Achievement Award.

This program is designed

to reward teamwork not only in competition, but in the classroom as well.

This award recognizes those teams that maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or higher throughout their respective season.

“Oregon High School is proud of these student athletes, and their teachers, coaches, and families who support them,” said OHS Activities Director Mike Lawton.

15-2 first quarter lead with four different Cardinals scoring to start the game out. DeVries had a bounce-in 3-pointer and two swooping lay-ups to go along with five first-quarter rebounds.

“It’s awesome when everyone contributes,” Groom said.

The closest St. Francis would come was a 25-20 deficit, late in the second quarter. After a Cardinal scoring drought, it was Groom coming up with a clutch three-pointer, followed by another by Schneiderman.

Kerchner then added a pair of freethrows for a 3322 lead.

“They were getting every loose ball and rebound,” Wolfe said. “They kept us off the glass and we ended up chasing the rest of the game.

With the (post-season) run we’ve been on, we’re not used to that. They took away Streeter and did an exceptional job in zone.”

Wolfe returned as

Forreston’s Robert DeVries jumps for joy when the Cardinals won the Super Sectional Tuesday night 67-53 over Chicago St. Francis de Sales. Photo by Chris Johnson

Pioneer head coach, after the team went through six head coaches last year in a demoralizing season.

St. Francis came into the sectional with a losing record (15-16) and hadn’t won a regional for 15 years.

“It was nightmare,” Wolfe said. “To get this close to state is remarkable.”

His counterpart, Ross, is

heading to Peoria is his first year as the Cardinals’ head man. It is also Forreston’s second trip downstate after a quarterfinal appearance in 1988 under Bill Dehority.

“What stood out most tonight was our heart, passion and drive,” Ross said.

Forreston will play Mounds Meridian at 12:15

p.m. on Friday at Carver Arena in Peoria. Colfax and Brimfield play in the other semi-final.

“The only thing better than this is winning two more games,” DeVries said.

“After the 1-point loss to Aquin, we hit our stride,” Kerchner said .”We beat Winnebago and haven’t lost since.

Wright signs with Judson Univ.

Oregon High School senior Emy Wright made it official March 4 — she will be suiting up for Judson University, Elgin, come next basketball season.

Wright signed a letter of intent with the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Division II university surrounded by her parents and friends in a short ceremony at the Blackhawk Center.

“I think Emy will fit in well with our team,” said Kristy Cirone, Judson’s head coach. “Her skill set speaks for itself.”

Wright ended her career as the second leading all-time scorer in OHS girls’ history with 1,149 total points.

She helped lead the Lady Hawks to a regional title and a school record 23-win season during her junior year.

She averaged 25.9 points per game and scored more than 40 points in a game twice during her senior Oregon basketball player Emy Wright signed with season which ended in Judson University on Feb. 25. Pictured with Wright are December with a knee injury.

Despite the injury, Wright her parents, Bill and Wendy Wright and Judson coach was still selected as a first Kristi Cirone. Photo by Earleen Hinton

team Big Northern AllConference team member for the second consecutive year.

“We’re so proud and excited for Emy to be signing with Judson,” said Oregon varsity coach Kristy Eckardt.

“We are so happy that she will be able to continue playing basketball, especially considering all the hardships she’s had to go through her senior season.

“She will forever be remembered as one of the greatest players to graduate from Oregon, and it will be wonderful to get to see her play once again next winter and showcase her amazing talents at the college level,” said Eckardt.

Cirone said she is excited to have such a prolific scorer in Wright.

“We run a motion offense so everyone can create out of it so I see her in a variety of positions,” said Cirone. “I am excited.”

Judson University is an NAIA member and belongs to the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference. It has an enrollment of 1,200 students.

Shelton’s free throw lifts Cardinals to 1-point win DeVries finishes with 33 points

By Brian Weidman Sauk Valley Media Robert DeVries carried Forreston to the brink of victory, and Aaron Shelton provided a final nudge.

Shelton’s free throw with 1.1 seconds left in the fourth quarter lifted the Cardinals to a 59-58 victory against Aquin on Friday in the finals of the Class 1A Eastland Sectional.

Next up for Forreston (25-5) is the DeKalb Supersectional, where it will meet St. Francis de Sales, which edged Luther North 64-62 at the Elgin Sectional.

The Cards last played at that level in 2011.

“I couldn’t be prouder of the kids,” first-year Forreston head coach Travis Ross said.

“I’m so happy for them and the community. They deserve this. When you fall down like we did early, you’ve got to have composure, and our seniors really stepped up tonight.”

Shelton connected on the third of three free throws

with 1.1 seconds remaining on the clock. The senior guard missed the first two, then swished the third, sending a large Forreston fan contingent into a frenzy.

“I thought I had the first, but after the first one missed, I was like, ‘Oh man, I’m in trouble now,’” Shelton said.

“I kind of lost confidence in myself, but I was like, ‘I can do this.’ Then I missed the second one, and it was, ‘OK, I’ve still got one more.’

“I took a big breath and I was like, ‘All right, I’ve got this.’ I shot it, it went in, and it was the greatest feeling ever.”

Shelton got to the line after he was fouled on a 3-point attempt by the Bulldogs’ Krisean Coffee.

There appeared to be minimal contact on the play, and Coffee felt there was none.

“I don’t feel that I got him,” Coffee said. “I just went up, turned around to box out, and the ref called it.

That’s what lost it for us.”

Aquin (25-7) tried a version of a Hail Mary in the remaining time. Senior guard Aiden Chang went around some screens, went deep, and attempted to haul

in a long pass from teammate Micah Stovall.

The pass was deflected by DeVries, however, and the remaining time ticked off the clock.

“I’ve never beaten Aquin,” DeVries said. “This was the first time I’ve beaten Aquin in my high school career. It just means so much to get that off my chest. That really drove me.”

It was fitting that DeVries made the final defensive stop, as he put the Cardinals on his back on the offensive side. He scored a seasonhigh 33 points, including 15 in the final quarter to help Forreston overcome a deficit that was as many as six points (48-42) with 6:10 to play.

“I hate losing,” said DeVries, the quarterback on Forreston’s state championship football team this past fall. “I know people say that, but I mean that. It was me tonight, but all of my teammates could do the same thing. We’ve just got to keep working and get ready for the next game.”

DeVries scored his team’s first 15 points of the fourth quarter, and teammate

Markus Edler added a 3-pointer with 41 seconds to play that put the Cardinals ahead 57-55.

Coffee scored a basket with 25 seconds to play to knot the score at 57, then the teams split free throws to make it 58-58 with 21 seconds remaining, setting the stage for Shelton’s gamewinner.

Aquin (25-7), which won two close games against Forreston earlier this season, jumped out an 11-0 lead in the game’s first 3 minutes, and was still up eight points (21-13) on a pair of Chang free throws with 3:08 left in the second quarter.

Forreston went on a 13-6 run to close to within a point (27-26) at halftime, setting the stage for a tension-filled second half.

Shelton added 10 points for the Cardinals, and Edler scored nine. Wyatt Kerchner grabbed eight rebounds and scored five points.

Chang led the Bulldogs with 23 points, and he made all nine of his free throws.

Coffee recorded a doubledouble with 18 points and 12 boards.

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Forreston’s Aaron Shelton puts up a three-point shot against Aquin March 6. Shelton had the final point of the game on a free throw with 1 second left in the game to give the Cardinals a 59-58 win. Photo by Chris Johnson

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Eastland gym packed for sectional final From B1 After the game, Aquin coach Rich Chang spoke highly of Forreston.

“They are going to represent the area well,” he said. “They are a tough team — they are flat out a good team. You know, they are senior dominated and experienced.”

Earlier this season it was Aquin winning by one point Forreston’s Markus Edler celebrates with the Forreston in the final seconds, which is fans after winning the Super Sectional Tuesday night. something Ross remembers.

Photo by Chris Johnson

“I am speechless. It is dejavu all over again,” said Ross. “It’s like we were at their place a month ago.

We knew it was possible (to win), but until you are here you do not believe it.”

The athletes were excited to pick up their first win over Aquin.

“They got us twice in two close games,” said Wyatt Kerchner. “We got down early and were playing uphill the whole game. It is surreal

right now.”

Kerchner was shut down

by Aquin senior Aiden Chang, and only had 5 points for the night.

“He is a great defender,” said Kerchner. “He is talented and gave me a hard time tonight. I did not need to do a lot because it was in Robert’s (DeVries) hand.”

Forreston’s team has the ability for any player to score and tonight it was DeVries making the shots.

“You dream of this when you are little and this is happening to us,” said DeVries. “Everyone helped tonight. It is awesome.”

Edler said the team stayed focused, even when the team was down 11 points.

“We kept our composure and kept our game,” said Edler. “Robert has been a leader and he did it for us tonight.”

Chris Johnson contributed to this story.

Half court shot at buzzer changed game’s momentum

By Chris Johnson Reporter When the second quarter ended at the Forreston-East Dubuque sectional game March 4 the sound in the Eastland gym was deafening — but it wasn’t just the buzzer.

Forreston’s Robert DeVries drained a half court shot to give the Cardinals a 22-19 lead at the half en route to a 57-45 win.

But that trey gave the Cardinals the momentum they needed heading into the second half.

“It is one in a hundred and he made it,” said East Dubuque’s Justin Schneider.

“He is a good player and his team capped off the first with that buzzer shot.”

The three pointer capped off a first half comeback when the Cardinals were down 15-9 and it looked like East Dubuque was going to pull away with the game.

“You do not expect shots like that to go down,” said Forreston coach Travis Ross.

“It was a big momentum for us heading into the locker room. We got tight offensively and could not

make shots in the first half.

Defensively we were pretty good.”

At the half Ross told his team they needed to continue to work hard to shut down the East Dubuque offense.

“When we started the game Alex (Lange) was on fire and he couldn’t miss,” said East Dubuque’s Dylan Lange. “We went ice cold in the second. We were playing hard and could not get the shots to fall.”

After the game the East Dubuque players knew the game could have gone either way.

“It is tough to lose tonight.

It is the way the ball bounces and it was not our night,” said Schneider. “We fought hard and kept plugging away. Hats off to Forreston.

They played a good game.”

“East Dubuque is a good team. We knew this game was going to be a game of runs,” said Forreston’s Wyatt Kerchner. “We had to stop it and get key stops. We knew we could score and needed to stop them.”

In the end Forreston picked up the win in a game that appeared could have

gone either way.

DeVries finished the game with 22 points and Kerchner had 13.

Markus Edler had 7 points and Ethan Groom had 6.

East Dubuque was led

by Alex Lange with 19 and Alec Schulting with 18.

The Cardinals have lost to Aquin twice this season in a pair of close games including one overtime loss.

“I would be lying if I said it was not going to be big,” said Ross. “Sectional championship and the rights to go to supers. They know us and we know them. There will be no secrets. It will be a really intense game Friday.”

Forreston has been on a run in the new year and their lone loss in 2015 has come at the hands of Aquin.

“Aquin is always in the sectional championship,” said DeVries. “They were the team we lost to in the new year.”

“We are 0 for 6 against Aquin and it would be nice to get a win when it matters,” said Kerchner.

Forreston faced Aquin March 6 and picked up a 5958 win.

Above, East Dubuque’s Mike Tranel lands on Forreston’s Wyatt Kerchner as they were scrambling for a loose ball in the first quarter.

Also going for the ball was East Dubuque’s Alex Lange. At left, Markus Edler concentrates as he puts up a shot.

Photos by Chris Johnson

Hawk wrestlers honored at end-of-season banquet

By Randy Holland Six Oregon wrestlers led by state fourth place medalist Matt Crandall were named to the Big Northern All-Conference Team.

State qualifier Dominic Marchetti, senior David Labash, and juniors John Ghibellini and Matt Stevens were also named to the team.

All were sectional qualifiers and unanimous selections to the team.

Senior Garrett Rude was an

honorable mention.

The Hawks held their annual banquet and awards ceremony last week. After a delicious pot luck dinner, head coach Mike Guzman and assistant coaches Justin Lahman and Danny Gale introduced the wrestlers and honored them for a great season.

Guzman said he was very excited about the future of Oregon wrestling “Everywhere we go, a lot of people remember the

great Hawk teams of the late nineties and early two thousands,” he said. “While we can’t forget them, we are very close to being like that right now.”

Pointing at the junior wrestlers he said, “This is about as strong a class as you would want to build a team around.”

He also praised the sophomore class for their work ethic and improvement.

“Led by our strong senior class, we gave some of the

Academy, a team made up of home schooled kids.

To compound matters, they are a part of the powerful Chicago Catholic League, though they wisely opted out as an independent for football. In 40 years of the playoffs, St. Francis de Sales only made it one time (2006).

Things can get pretty strange in Chicago when it comes to competitive disparities.

For example, the basketball regional that St. Francis de Sales was assigned to had a team (Chicago Spry Community Links) lose 1026. No, that’s not a misprint.

That wasn’t even the worst loss of the year for Spry.

They had 108-5 and 105-6 defeats earlier in the season on the way to a 0-7 overall record.

Spry is a K-12 bilingual school in southwest Chicago.

To lose by that much, a school almost would have use kindergartners instead of a roster of high schoolers.

When it came to final regular-season AP rankings for 1A boys basketball, there were 18 teams that received votes.

Only three of those 18 (Colfax, Brimfield and Okawville) made it to the Elite Eight. The No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 teams never made it past sectionals.

Forreston and St. Francis de Sales were ignored by voters all year. The rankings in 2A were much more on target, with six of the supersectional teams finishing up ranked in the top eight of the state.

Folks in Dixon still have to be in shock after Geneseo upset the Dukes in the 3A regional final. If there was ever a year for a trip downstate, this was it. The Peoria area sectional that Dixon would have headed to was as weak as ever, especially with all regional No. 1 seeds losing and overall Peoria basketball on a downturn.

A juicy super-sectional

top teams in the state a run for their money at every tournament, usually with just eight or nine wrestlers.

We fill a couple of holes in the lineup and we will be a force,” he said/ Guzman thanked the parents, the stat girls, and the school staff that helped make every run smooth through the season and the KSB Fresh-Soph and Sectional tournament.

He particularly thanked Phil and Ferol Labash,

and Kevin and Julie Rude, naming them as Friends of Hawk Wrestling.

Awards are given every year to the varsity and junior varsity wrestler that has the most wins, the most pins, and the most team points.

At both levels this year, one wrestler was a triple crown winner. Crandall with 35 wins, 21 pins, and 185 team points took the honor for the varsity squad and Anthony Marchetti with 14 of his 16 wins by falls took

the JV plaque.

Dominic Marchetti was the runner up in all three categories for the varsity and Jacob Cox was second in all three for the junior varsity.

Marchetti was the recipient of the Eye of the Hawk award, given to the wrestler who embodies the true spirit of Oregon wrestling on the mat, at practice, in school, and in the community.

Sports Column Super-sectional teams have a lot of diversity

By Andy Colbert Reporter In doing a little research on Forreston’s supersectional opponent, Chicago St. Francis de Sales, it’s apparent there is a great deal of diversity between the two teams.

Besides the differences in cultural make-up and big city life versus the rural, the two schools are polar opposites when it comes to football.

The Cardinals are 1A state champs, while St. Francis de Sales hasn’t played a football game since September, 2013.

After losing their third game of the season, they forfeited the remaining six games.

This past fall, they forfeited all the them. In 2012, they did have one win, 28-24 over Crossroads th

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rematch with Rockford Lutheran looked like a distinct possibility and Dixon would have been favored.

Cold shooting can take out even the best of teams and that’s what happened to Dixon against a 12-loss opponent. Another factor was a weak non-conference slate, with teams like Sandwich, Erie, Fulton, Orion, Sherrard and Rochelle, along with the low-end BNC teams on the schedule.

The last few years when the program was struggling and playing in a conference with bigger schools, it made sense to lighten up the schedule.

However, that change in philosophy may have been as big of a factor in losing to Geneseo as cold shooting was.

Both Dixon and Streator left a larger conference (NIB-12) for smaller leagues this year. The results in basketball were immediate.

Streator, which hadn’t won a conference title since

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One final note on winter sports. In attending a few basketball games, I was very impressed by the performance of the bands, cheerleaders, dance teams and pom poms at various schools.

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The same for Dixon in the BNC, with nearly as long of a conference drought, going back to 1967.

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He dismissed my query with a quick “no-way”, as Wright only played a handful of games.

I would politely disagree, and not because I’m a homer.

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Ogle County has recycling options

By Reita Nicholson Administrative Assistant Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department

into the bin.

Five bins located around Ogle County are maintained by the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Newspaper placed into a Department (OCSWMD) landfill will degrade in about and are emptied by Northern 6 weeks, a tin can in about Illinois Disposal Service.

50 years, an aluminum can These bins are located in about 170 years, a plastic in Byron, Monroe Center, water bottle in about 450 Oregon, Forreston, and years, and a glass bottle in Rochelle. about 1,000,000 years.

Information is posted at These items and more the sites about recycling and can be returned into the OCSWMD programs, and economic mainstream by push sticks are available to taking advantage of recycling create more space in the bin. options in Ogle County.

If the bin is full, notify Most municipalities OCSWMD and do not place around the county have a items on the deck. The bin curbside recycling program will be emptied soon to available. accommodate your recycling.

These recycling programs Additional bins are located accept office paper, at the Orchard Hills Landfill newspaper, in Davis Five bins located around Junction, cardboard, Ogle County are maintained emptied by paperboard boxes, food by the Ogle County Solid Advanced Waste Management and beverage Disposal Department (OCSWMD) Services; in cartons, plastic and are emptied by bottles and Polo, emptied Northern Illinois Disposal by containers, Moring aluminum and Service. These bins are Disposal; other metal located in Byron, Monroe and at the cans, and glass Center, Oregon, Forreston, Hillcrest and Rochelle. bottles and jars.

Village Hall, Clean out emptied by containers, flatten plastic Northern Illinois Disposal. bottles and cardboard boxes, Between curbside and and do not place trash, plastic drop-off recycling options, bags, or non-acceptable Ogle County residents have items into the container. a great opportunity to recycle If a container is full, instead of throwing things request another container away. from the city or hauling Recycling allows materials company or use a separate to be reclaimed and reenter marked trash can or tote for the economic mainstream, recyclables. and provides jobs to our For rural residents and economy. residents of multi-family Remember also to “close units which may not have the loop” and purchase items recycling service, there are made with recycled material. several recycling stations Together, residents can around Ogle County. increase recycling rates, help These stations accept all of the economy, and reduce the items listed above and are final disposal in landfills. for residential use only.

Again, flatten all cardboard To learn more about boxes and plastic containers, recycling options, call the and avoid placing items OCSWMD at 815-732-4020 which cannot be recycled or visit www.oglecounty.org.

School staff, as well as FFA alumni and parents, were treated to breakfast Feb. 25 by the Oregon FFA. Photo by Josh Nelson

Oregon FFA Week held Feb. 23-27 Oregon High School FFA Advisor Joshua Nelson said the celebration of FFA Week Feb. 23-27 was a success.

“On Monday we had 35 students partake in the Movie Night held in the OHS gym after a successful

Dress Up Day,” he said.

“On Tuesday we hosted the annual FFA breakfast for all school staff in the district, as well as all Mt. Morris and Oregon Alumni and the FFA parents.”

Tuesday was capped off

by the Ag Olympics Event in which six teams competed in seven events.

The 30 individuals that competed had to do anything from flip tractor tires to egg toss.

Thursday was Section 2

dodgeball held at Rochelle where Oregon had 28 participants on two teams after supporting the FFA chapter by wearing their chapter shirts all day.

The week finished with a western dress up day.

Ag leasing seminar will be held March 19 The University of Illinois Ogle County Extension will offer a program on the 2015 Farm Outlook and Ag Leasing program on Thursday, March 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ogle County Farm Bureau Building, 421 W. Pines Rd.,

Oregon.

Gary Schnitkey, University of Illinois Extension Specialist, farm management, will be the speaker.

This program is for both landowners and operators who want to learn more about

current leasing practices, including crop-share, cash rent, and flex leases.

Advanced registration is requested by calling the Ogle County Extension office at 815-732-2191 or by registering online at web. extension.illinois.edu/bdo.

Program registration $10 per person.

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For more information call the Ogle County Extension office at 815-732-2191 or email Extension Educator Andy Larson at andylars@ illinois.edu

Fox Snake This eastern fox snake was found in the basement of a home in Oregon.

The snake is being cared for at the Oregon Park District until the weather warms up so the snake can be released. Photo

by Chris Johnson

Everyday items could prove to be poison hazard March is Poison Prevention Month

By Joanie D. Padilla Director Health Education Emergency Preparedness Ogle County Health Department The Ogle County Health Department (OCHD) seeks to raise awareness about the potential danger in everyday items in your home.

Poison has attributed to a growing number of deaths in the past year and without efforts to increase awareness and prevention, the number will continue to rise.

According to a 2013 poll from the National Poison Center, the consuming of cosmetics was the largest cause of poisoning in children with adults being poisoned mainly by pain killers.

There are many items in

our homes that are toxic when ingested, resulting in various health issues as minor as a fever or as severe as death.

Currently, there are more hospitalizations for poisoning than for injuries.

Education and prevention are the keys to preventing “avoidable” cases of poisoning.

Items such as cleaning products and medication must be kept stored away from places children are able to access them. Precautions include keeping harmful, consumable items out of reach.

This is especially important for items that appear to be ingestible, such as medicines that resemble popular candies. Sudafed tablets can be mistaken for Red Hot candies, iron pills mistaken for M&M candies, etc.

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Consumption of cosmetics was the largest cause of poisoning in children with adults being poisoned mainly by pain killers. places, as children under six years of age are more likely to be poison victims, according to the online resource for all poison control centers.

Poisoning can also be caused by mixing household cleaning items together,

such as mixing ammoniabased cleaners with laundry detergent. These practices are strongly discouraged.

Illinois Poison Control (IPC) is an important resource if an unusual exposure or poisoning is

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IPC is the nation’s oldest and one of the nation’s largest poison control centers.

The services are free and staff is available 24 hours a day. The IPC website includes information regarding household poisoning prevention, learning activity resources

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IPC actively promotes poisoning prevention education by offering a free course through its website, http://illinoispoisoncenter. org.

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Byron man unhurt when car lands on frozen Rock River A Byron man escaped injury last week when his car went over a guardrail on Ill. 2 and ended up on the frozen Rock River.

Ogle County Sheriff’s Police said a car driven by Charles Scidmore-Sievers, 21, was northbound on Ill.

2 approximately two miles north of Byron when he swerved to miss a squirrel in the roadway and lost control.

The car went into the opposite lane, and the driver over-corrected, police said.

The car then struck a guardrail and went over it,

traveled down a deep ditch, and landed on the ice on the river.

Scidmore-Sievers was not injured, and he was not ticketed.

The Byron Fire Department assisted at the scene.

Byron man is charged with molesting a minor An 50-year-old Byron man was charged Monday with sexually molesting a minor.

Steven C. Bontjes was taken into custody by Ogle County Sheriff’s Police on an arrest warrant for aggravated criminal sexual abuse, a class 2 felony.

Police said the arrest

stems from an investigation that started on Feb. 10 in which Bontjes is accused of having sexual contact with a 10-year-old.

Bontjes was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he did not post $250,000 bond. He appeared in court on March 10.

someone who has shown personal initiative beyond high school requirements to accomplish something for the betterment of BHS or the wider community.

This could be in the realm of public service, Scouting, student council or other club or activity.

The initiative shown need not be unique; however, applicants who have accomplished

Thomas W. Scheele

A DeKalb man was charged Monday with stalking, a Class 4 felony.

Thomas W. Scheele, 55, was taken into custody by Ogle County Sheriff’s Police on an arrest warrant.

Police said the arrest stems from an investigation that started in January in which Scheele is accused of having

numerous, unwanted contacts with an Ogle County woman.

According to court documents, the most recent incident occurred on Sunday.

Scheele was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he did not post $50,000 bond.

He was scheduled to appear Ogle County Court on Tuesday.

Rockford to host Navy Week during 2015 Airfest in June

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Scholarship deadline is April 14 Applications are now being accepted for the Byron Community Revitalization (BCR) “Initiative Scholarship”, to be given to a Byron High School senior.

The $1,000 cash scholarship will be awarded at the May 13 BHS Honors Night to a senior who plans to continue his or her education in the fall of 2015.

The winner will be

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something unusual or beyond the norm will be given serious consideration.

Class rank, GPA, and family income are not considerations.

Applications and further details are available in the Byron High School Guidance office and on the Byron Community Unit School District web site.

The application deadline is Tuesday, April 14.

Rockford has been chosen as one of 12 cities selected to host a 2015 Navy Week, a Navy signature outreach program.

Rockford Navy Week scheduled for June 1-7 will coincide with Rockford Airfest, the area’s popular air show which is held at the Chicago Rockford International Airport.

Navy Week is designed to provide area residents an opportunity to learn about the Navy, its people, and its importance to national security and prosperity.

The Navy plans to include the following elements in this week-long celebration: • “Blue Angels,” The Navy Flight Demonstration Team • Navy Divers and or Navy Explosive Ordinance

Disposal teams • Sailors from USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world • Navy Band musical performances • Admirals and other senior Navy leaders, who will engage with local corporate, civic, government and education leaders • Navy simulator(s) and other interactive displays • Visits to area schools • Visits with local veterans “Outreach programs like Navy Weeks are extremely important to ensure Americans outside Fleet concentration areas have the opportunity to connect with their Navy,” said Cmdr.

James Stockman, director, Navy Office of Community

Outreach (NAVCO) in a press release. “Navy Weeks allow Americans to meet face-toface with Navy personnel to increase their understanding that their Navy is a warfighting force, deployed around the world and always ready.”

More than 75 outreach events are coordinated during a Navy Week with corporate, civic, government, education, media, veterans, community service and diversity organizations within the host city.

Other cities selected to host a 2015 Navy Week include: Quad Cities, Iowa; Rhode Island; Shreveport, La.; Cheyenne, Wyo.; Fargo, N.D.; Indianapolis; Kansas City, Mo.; Detroit; Salt Lake City; Oklahoma City; and Atlanta.

each time building a house that became their home.

Judie had many hobbies that she enjoyed over the years, including gardening, antiquing, and reading.

Volunteerism was a very important part of Judith’s life.

She was a strong advocate for preserving the beauty of nature.

She served as a member of Keep Union County Beautiful.

Most recently, she volunteered her time at the Sharps Chapel Elementary School.

Judie had a great appreciation for music and took pleasure in playing the piano.

When her children were young, she was the director of the junior choir in Oregon.

Her proudest achievement was her family.

She adored her grandchildren and loved traveling.

Among her favorite

places were Dollywood, camping and hiking in the Smoky Mountains and spoiling the grandchildren at Disneyworld.

She is survived by her husband, Les A. Sponseller; her children, Amy (Tony) Bova, Brad (Amy) Sponseller and Scott Sponseller; grandchildren, Julia and Christian Bova and Kaylee and Sophia Sponseller; her mother, Ruth Pelsma; mother-in-law, Winnie Sponseller; and a sister, Jodi (Al) Jameson.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert B. Pelsma; and father-in-law, George Sponseller.

Services for Judie will be held privately for the family.

The Denzer-FarisonHottinger & Snyder Funeral Home, Marion, Ohio, is honored to be serving Judie’s family.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.snyderfuneralhomes. com.

Bonnie was a member of First Open Bible Church, Rock Falls.

She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, James; two sons, James “Jamie” Jr. Swift, Forreston, and Barry G. Swift, Union, Ky.; one daughter, Penny Swift, Forreston; one brother, LeRoy “Dutch” (Marjorie) Griffin, Aliance, Ohio; two sisters, Patricia Swalve, Peoria, and Shirley

Frost, Arkansas; eight grandchildren; and 12 greatgrandchildren.

She was preceded in death by four brothers.

Funeral services were held March 7 at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home, Forreston, with Rev. Les Funderberg officiating.

Burial was at White Oak Cemetery.

A memorial has been established.

Visit the guest book at www.burketubbs.com.

Obituaries Shirley A. Burke Shirley A. Burke, 86, Chelsea, Wis., died on Thursday, March 5, 2015 at her residence under the loving care of her family and Hope Hospice.

She was born on Aug. 9, 1928 in Milwaukee, Wis. She attended Milwaukee area elementary schools, graduated from Oregon (Illinois) High School, and attended nursing school in Milwaukee.

She married Walter Peters in Freeport, and they were later divorced.

She married Clifford Burke Sr. on Feb. 28, 1959 in Dixon. He preceded her in death on Feb. 10, 1998.

After getting her education, Shirley worked at Edelman Manufacturing, Dixon, for a period of time.

She and her husband

moved to Chelsea in 1976, and she worked at Halls Distributing, Medford, for a period of time.

She also sold Avon products.

Shirley did volunteer work for Indianhead, pre-school day care, and Meals on Wheels.

She enjoyed crocheting, playing cribbage, the Green

Robert G. Cheatham Robert G. Cheatham, 92, Polo, died Friday, March 6, 2015 at the Polo Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.

He was born in Odell on Aug. 28, 1922 to Harve and Alma (Horn) Cheatham.

He grew up in Ottawa and graduated from Ottawa High School in 1940.

He entered the U.S. Navy in 1942 and became a naval aviator.

He fought in the Pacific Theatre during World War II as a pilot flying F6F fighters off the carrier, USS Randolph.

Robert married Cora Jean Weiler in 1946, and they celebrated their 60th anniversary in 2006 with family and friends.

Robert graduated from the University of Wisconsin in Madison with a bachelor of science degree.

After graduation, Robert managed Patterson Lumber Company in Franklin Grove and Marengo.

He bought Farmer’s Lumber and Supply Company in Polo in 1960, and served as president of the company as well as starting the Cedar Forest Products Company.

He sold the business in 1988 and retired.

Robert served as president of the Illinois Lumber Materials Dealers Association in 1979 and 1980 as well as serving as a member of the board of directors for 10 years.

He became a Master Mason in 1951 in Freeport, and was a member of the Freeport Consistory.

Robert was a member of Tebala Shrine, Rockford,

Bay Packers, Alan Jackson music, and helping people out in their time of need.

Shirley was a past member of the Klossner-Dietzler VFW Auxiliary, Medford.

Surviving are a son, Clifford (Gale) Burke Jr., Chelsea; daughters, Penny Olson, Troy, Mo., and Isuea Burke, Japan; five children from her first marriage who reside in Illinois; 10 grandchildren; 12 grandchildren; and a sister, Tootie Last.

No funeral services will be held.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 12 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Hemer Funeral Home, Rib Lake, Wis. Interment will be at Lakeview Cemetery, Rob Lake, Wis. Visit hemerfuneralservice. com to leave online condolences.

Judith E. Sponseller

Judith E. Sponseller, 69, Sharps Chapel, Tenn., died on Thursday, March 5, 2015 at the Kobacker House, Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family.

Judith was born on April 15, 1945 in Dixon, the daughter of Robert B. and Ruth (Schumacher) Pelsma.

She graduated from Oregon High School and later in life Judie attended Sauk Valley College where she received her degree as a Registered Nurse.

She loved caring for the patients that she faithfully served over the years.

She married Lester A. Sponseller on June 18, 1965.

Together they shared nearly 49 years of marriage.

Over their years together, Les and Judie called many places home and have made many friends along the way.

They have lived in five and served as director of the Arabic Patrol, a shrine states: Texas, Michigan, marching unit, for 17 years. Illinois, Tennessee and Ohio, Serving more than 50 years, he was a member of Bonnie L. Swift the Polo Lions Club.

Bonnie L. Swift, Robert was also a member 76, Forreston, died on of Faith United Methodist Wednesday, March 4, 2015 Church, Polo. at her home.

Survivors include a She was born on March daughter, Nancy (John) 25, 1938 in Freeport, the Malburg; son, Craig daughter of LeRoy and Mary (Julie) Cheatham; four (Meyers) Griffin. grandchildren, Susan (Gabe) She was employed at Wassmer, Julie (Tom) Honeywell-Micro Switch Girardin, Terah Cheatham, and was a 20-year employee and Drew Cheatham; one Parkview Home. great-grandson; and a sister, Bonnie married James Dorothy (Bob) Newman.

Swift on Dec. 3, 1954 in He was preceded in death Forreston. by his wife, Jean in March of 2008; and sister, Betty (John) Leamy.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 10 at Polo Family Funeral Home.

Burial was at Fairmount Cemetery.

Memorials have been established to Polo Rehabilitation & Health Care Center and the Polo Lions Club.

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Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity.

March 3 At 9:52 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop on a 2006 Chevy Impala in the 18000 block of E. Ill. 64 for a loud exhaust and illegally tinted windows.

After a short investigation, Nativa R. Johnson, 30, DeKalb, was arrested for driving while under the influence of drugs and unlawful possession of cannabis.

Johnson also received citations for loud exhaust, no insurance, and illegal window tint.

Johnson was transferred to the Ogle County jail and held in lieu of bond pending a court appearance.

At approximately 10:31 p.m., deputies were advised of a complaint in Meridian Manor trailer park at 7058 E. Ill. 72.

Pursuant to an investigation, Therese M. Gates, 59, Stilliman Valley, was arrested for disorderly conduct.

March 4 At 12:32 p.m., deputies responded to 111 Primrose Avenue for a report of a domestic disturbance.

After an investigation, deputies learned that Nathan T. Hansen, 18, Davis Junction, had struck a family member in the face with a closed fist during an argument.

Hansen fled the scene on foot into a wooded area as deputies arrived at the location. A search of the area was conducted and Hansen was located near a fence line beyond the trees.

Hansen was taken into custody and transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. He was charged with domestic battery and obstructing a police officer as a result of the incident.

On Jan. 23, deputies responded to a theft which occurred at 620 S. Stone Hill Road, the Chana Sale Barn, on Jan. 20.

As a result of the investigation Ogle County Detectives arrested Mark A. Carter, 48, Poplar Grove, for theft. Carter was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

March 5 Anthony Blade, 21, Rockford, was arrested on an Ogle County warrant.

He was transported from the Winnebago County Jail. His full cash bond was

set at $1,270 for failure to appear. He was released on a recognizance bond. He is scheduled to appear in court on March 30.

Candace Hammond, 46, Rockford, was arrested on an Ogle County warrant. She was transported from the Stephenson County Jail.

Hammond did not post the $2,578 full cash bond for failure to appear and was released on a recognizance bond.

Hammond is scheduled to appear in court on April 27.

Steven Rozakis, 33, Lindenwood, was arrested was arrested on an Ogle County warrant for petition to revoke. Rozakis’ bond was set at $10,000 pending a March 6 court appearance.

Samantha A. Thompson, 22, Roscoe, was arrested on an Ogle County warrant. She

County Record was transported from the Winnebago County Jail.

Thompson did not post the $547 full cash bond for failure to appear and was released on a recognizance bond.

Thompson is scheduled to appear in court on March 30.

March 6 Vicki Fletcher, 57, Loves Park, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear.

Fletcher was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held on $4,392 bond pending a court appearance.

Margaret Jones, 62, Dixon, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Jones was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held on $1,274 bond pending a court appearance.

At 10:28 p.m., deputies stopped a black BMW in the 8000 block of N. Ill. 251

for improper registration lighting.

After a short investigation, Jesus Ramirez-Garcia, 24, Rockford, was arrested for no valid driver’s license and possession of fraudulent ID card.

He was also cited for not having insurance. He was transported to the Ogle County jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

March 7 At 6:05 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 7000 block of E. Ill. 38 on a Pontiac Grand Am for speeding.

After a short investigation, a 17-year-old male, Rochelle, for driving while under the influence of drugs, possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

He also received a citation for no insurance. The Turn to B7

State’s Attorney Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric Morrow reports the following court activity.

March 4 Ernie Ross, 29, Rochelle, aggravated driving while under the influence, pre-trial conference March 9.

Dexter Johnson, 30, Monroe Center, domestic battery, jury status call March 23.

Alexandra Schaefer, 23, Rockford, criminal damage to government property, hearing March 11.

March 5 Jonathan Wiggins, 55, Polo, pleaded guilty to driving while license revoked.

Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to 12 months conditional discharge and 60 days work release in the Ogle County Jail.

He must submit to random drug and breathalyzer testing at the direction of probation.

He must pay a probation fee of $180, $50 to Crimestoppers, and $50 to the Violent Crime Victim Assistance (VCVA) Fund.

Scott Grogan, 57, Mt. Morris, pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct.

Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to six months conditional discharge and 30 hours public service work.

He must pay a $90 probation fee, $5 to Crimestoppers, and $75 to the VCVA Fund.

Kimberly Smallwood, 50, Rockford, pleaded guilty to aggravated fleeing to elude/ attempt to elude a peace officer, and aggravated driving while license revoked.

Ogle County Circuit Court Judge John B. Roe sentenced her to one year in the Department of Corrections.

She must pay restitution in the amount of $39,415.40.

One charge of resisting a peace officer was dismissed

per a plea agreement.

March 6 Sydney Rodriguez, 23, Dixon, possession of a controlled substance/ possession of cannabis, failed to appear; arrest warrant issued for $10,000.

Donald Mazzanti, 57, Rochelle, pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance and defrauding drug and alcohol screening tests.

Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to 180 days work release and 30 months probation.

He must submit to DNA testing and random drug testing at the direction of probation, cooperate and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as requested by probation.

He must pay a $750 probation fee, $100 to Crimestoppers, and $100 to the VCVA Fund.

Counts of unlawful use of weapons, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of cannabis were dismissed per a plea agreement.

Nicholas Meinheit, 34, Forreston, pleaded guilty to driving while license revoked.

Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to two years in the Department of Corrections.

Angus Ehmen, 29, Davis Junction, pleaded guilty to battery and attempted burglary.

Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to serve 180 days imprisonment in the Ogle County Jail, stayed and remittable; and 18 months probation.

He must cooperate and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as requested by probation, submit to random

drug testing as directed by probation, and have no contact with the victims.

He must pay a $100 fine, $450 supervision fee, $100 to the VCVA Fund, and $1,167.95 in restitution.

One count of battery was dismissed per a plea agreement.

Steven Wetzel, 58, Mt. Morris, pleaded guilty to resisting a peace officer.

Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to serve five days in the Ogle County Jail and 24 months probation.

He must cooperate and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as requested by probation, submit to random drug testing and alcohol testing as directed by probation, submit to DNA testing, and attend the Accepting Responsibility is Mandatory (ARM) program.

He must pay a $1,000 fine, $600 probation fee, $1,000 to the law enforcement fund,

$50 to Crimestoppers, and $75 to the VCVA Fund.

Christopher Jones, 31, Rochelle, possession of a controlled substance. Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson dismissed the case.

Cheyanne Patton, 22, Rochelle, aggravated battery/ (2 counts)/disarming peace officer/ threatening a peace officer/escape, status March 25.

Brittany Coike, 23, Chana, unlawful failure to register as a sex offender, status March 25.

Lesa Johnson, 57, Mt. Morris, aggravated arson, status March 25.

Travis Echelbarger, 25, Rochelle, escape (violation of electronic monitoring), pre-trial conference April 13.

Matthew Plumley, 31, Rochelle, child pornography (3 counts), status March 20.

Scott Cook, 28, Rochelle, retail theft, jury status call March 23.

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

The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and township of the property, and the price of the transfer.

Feb. 27 Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp, warranty deed to Brent Tracy and Karen Tracy, 820 N. Eighth St., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $53,900.

Stephanie S. Eiden and Stephen C. Eiden, deceased, quit claim deed to Gerald E. Eiden and Nannette R. Eiden, property in Buffalo Township, no address given.

Dwight G. Hall, Sr., and Donna G. Hall, warranty deed to Stacey A. Reedy and Ann Macias, 135 N. Union St., Byron, Byron Township, $215,000.

March 2 Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage Assn., warranty deed to Derek J. Stultz, 1181 Avenue E., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $24,000.

Robert J. Sandlin, Heather D. Sandlin, and Heather D. Hunley, quit claim deed to Robert J. Sandlin and Heather D. Sandlin, 821 N. Eighth St., Rochelle, Flagg Township.

Robert L. Richman, quit claim deed to Marian J. Asselborn, trustee, Jane Cassidy, trustee, and Marian J. Asselborn, irrevocable trust, 3404 S. White Rock Rd., Rochelle, Flagg Township.

City of Byron, warranty deed to Byron Park District, Union Street, no address given, Byron, Byron Township.

Dawood Harunani, warranty deed to Zackery Jones and Rachel Utley, 708 N. Fifth St., Oregon, OregonNashua Township, $72,000.

Chris Amundson, quit claim deed to Karac Kotajarvi and Linsey Kotajarvi, property on Woodland Drive, no address given, Stillman Valley, Marion Township.

Ogle County Sheriff, Gonzalo Ramos, Jr., and CWABS Series 200612, sheriff’s deed to Bank of NY Mellon, Trustee, 321 Winter Rose Circle, Davis Junction, Scott Township.

Thomas E. Lynch and Elizabeth A. Lynch, warranty deed to Timothy D. Ngo and Aaron J. Danner, property on River Rd., no address given, Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $32,000.

JP Morgan Chase Bank, warranty deed to Qusai Farraj, 407 E. Dixon St., Polo, Buffalo Township, $39,500.

Charles E. Diehl, deceased by heirs, warranty deed to Luke C. Diehl, property on West Grove Road, no address given, Leaf River, Mt. Morris Township, $450,000.

March 3 Charles L. Williams and James L. Williams, warranty deed to James L. WIlliams, 408 W. Fourth St., Byron, Byron Township, $30,000.

March 4 P. Michael Homman and Tammy Homman, warranty deed to Roger W. Pleimann and Patricia L. Pleimann, 11424 Hoisington Rd., Byron, Byron Township, $370,000.

March 5 Alan Albrecht and Alan E. Albrecht, quit claim to Lynnette E. Burch, properties in Flagg Township and Lafayette Township, no addresses given.

Byron Bank, warranty deed to Steven W. Cromie, 200 N. Fifth St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $67,000.

Steven L. Vogt, Keri Vogt, and Keri L. Morales, warranty deed to Gregory Schaer, 4163 E. Country View Dr., Byron, Byron Township, $215,000.

Jeffrey A. Schmit and Shannon M. Schmit, warranty deed to Seldal Properties, LLC, East Seventh St., no address given, Rochelle, Flagg Township, $40,000.

Alan Albrecht and Alan E. Albrecht, quit claim deed to Lane E. Albrecht, properties in Flagg Township and Lafayette Township, no address given.

Illinois Community Credit Union, warranty deed to Malta Dental property, LLC, 820 S. Seventh St., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $93,900.

Vicki L. warranty deed Hoyle, 2300 N. Polo, Lincoln $84,900.

Larry Wilson, warranty deed to Gary Desmedt, 105 E. Hitt St., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $32,000.

Meal Builders, LLC, warranty deed to Chen Hai Ying and Zhang Tongle, 107 E. Second St., Byron, Byron Township, $280,000.

Robert Shatters and Jeanette Shatters, warranty deed to Kevin Thurman and Kelly L. Thurman, 6914 N. Ill. 251, Davis Junction, Scott Township, $146,500.

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County roads posted With temperatures soaring into the 50s — and maybe beyond — in the next few days, the Ogle County Highway Department is set to post weight limits on area roads.

Ogle County Engineer Curtis Cook said signs for spring road postings were scheduled to go

Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, March 12, 2015, Page B7

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up on Wednesday, March 11, and postings will officially be in effect on Thursday, March 12.

“Many local roads in Illinois get weight restricted during the spring thaw,” he said. “The roads are very susceptible to damage.”

Zoning Permits Ogle County Planning and Zoning Administrator Mike Reibel reports the following zoning certificates for the month of February.

Permits are listed by the name of the applicant, section, township, authorized

activity, and estimated completion costs for dwellings and commercial.

William Nordman, Section 2, Oregon-Nashua Township, remove storage building destroyed by fire and construct agricultural storage building.

Leon Bozek, Section 16, Flagg Township, storage building.

Glendenning, Inc., Section 36, Scott Township, remove dwelling, detached garage, barn, and silo.

Verizon Wireless, Buell Consulting, Section 12,

Flagg Township, remove and replace existing antenna, $25,000.

Michelle Metzger, Section 14, Flagg Township, home occupation, stylist.

Jeremy Couthard, Section 22, Forreston Township, dwelling addition.

report of reckless driving in a road rage incident on I-39 in which a gun was allegedly displayed.

Deputies located the offending vehicle in the 18,000 block E. Ill. 64, as the reporting party had exited the interstate in an attempt to get away from the offending vehicle which was a blue 2014 Ford F150.

Deputies made contact with the driver of the Ford and after an investigation into the incident, the driver, Shane H. McKeown, 42, Lindenwood, was arrested for unlawful use of a weapon.

He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

2015), $160.

Angie L. Bailey, 46, Byron, unlicensed driver, March 4, 2015 (Feb. 20, 2015), dismissed per state motion.

Jason T. Henry, 40, Oregon, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, March 4, 2015 (Feb. 13, 2015), dismissed per state motion.

Amanda C. Norup, 29, German Valley, driving 1520 mph over the speed limit, March 2, 2015 (Feb. 21, 2015), $120.

Brian W. Glenn, 41, Byron,

driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, March 4, 2015 (Feb. 14, 2015), $175.

Barry M. Antoine, 39, Mt. Morris, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, dismissed per state motion; registration light, March 5, 2015, (Feb. 26, 2015), $120.

Andres Martinez, 20, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, March 4, 2015 (March 2, 2015), $120.

Mindy J. Ditzler, 39, Polo, DUI, March 5, 2015 (Oct. 18, 2013), not guilty.

Sheriff Arrests From B6 juvenile was transported to the Ogle County jail.

He was released to his parents and will appear in court at a later date.

March 8 Timothy L. Moreland, 29, Rochelle, was arrested at 12:29 a.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop in the 2000 block of N. Ill. 251.

He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

He was also cited for speeding.

At 1:12 a.m., deputies responded to an address at W. Lightsville Road, Leaf River, in regards to a physical domestic call.

Upon arrival and following investigation, Shane C. Sutton, 21, Leaf River, was arrested for domestic battery, obstructing a police officer, possession of ammunition with no Firearm Owner’s Identification Card, and criminal damage to property.

He was held at the Ogle County Jail in lieu of bond.

At 4:16 a.m., deputies stopped a suspicious vehicle on Church Road at Ill. 64.

After an investigation, Enrique G. Jimenez, 22, Aurora, was arrested for no valid driver’s license and obstructing.

He was taken into custody and transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Theodore C. Becker, 27, Dixon, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear.

Becker was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held on $155 bond pending a court appearance.

in the 7500 block of Ill. 251 for an expired registration.

After an investigation, Joseph P. Krich, 48, Milwaukee, Wis., was arrested for driving while license suspended, obstructing identification, and on an outstanding theft warrant from Pope County, Ill. Krich was also cited for having an expired registration and no valid Insurance. He was transferred to the Ogle County jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

At 5:22 p.m., deputies stopped a 1994 GMC Sierra

At about 6:37 p.m., deputies responded to a

At approximately 10:56 p.m., deputies initiated a traffic stop in the 10,000 block of E. Ill. 38.

Pursuant to an investigation, Breanna C. Hansen, 25, Rochelle, was arrested for violation of the controlled substances act/methamphetamine, obstructing of justice/false identification, and driving while license suspended.

Hansen was also cited for improper signaling.

Fines The following individuals paid fines in the Ogle County Circuit Court.

The name, age, and address of the individual is listed along with the offense, the date the fine was paid, the date the offense occurred in parenthesis, and the amount of the fine.

Jared T. Lawson, 18, Forreston, improper passing on the left in a no passing zone, charge dismissed per state motion; failure to

reduce speed, March 2, 2015 (Sept. 10, 2014), $317.

Jeffrey S. Bardell, 40, Polo, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, March 3, 2015 (Jan. 27, 2015), dismissed per state motion.

Alyson M. Downey, 20, Monroe Center, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, dismissed per state motion; driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, March 2, 2015 (Jan. 28, 2015), $250.

Gerald D. Vesey, 60, Mt. Morris, operating an uninsured motor vehicle,

March 4, 2015 (Feb. 4, 2015), dismissed per state motion.

David R. Buzzo, 17, Davis Junction, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, March 4, 2015 (Jan. 31, 2015), $160.

Amber N. Varilek, 20, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, March 3, 2015 (Feb. 5, 2015), $160.

Donivyn G. Harms, 17, Lindenwood, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, March 4, 2015 (Feb. 5, 2015), $160.

Gary R. Marth, 29, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, March 2, 2015 (Feb. 4, 2015), $160.

Connor J. Hopkins, 16, Mt. Morris, driving without headlight/ cycle, March 4, 2015 (Feb. 6, 2015), dismissed per state motion.

Ethan M. Sassaman, 24, Chana, driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, March 3, 2015 (Feb. 9, 2015), $140.

Anthony C. Walsh, 20, Lindenwood, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, March 4, 2015 (Feb. 4,

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Publication Notice Public Notice is hereby given that on February 27, 2015, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Epiphany Gaming 5520 Greenland Dr., Rochelle, IL 61068 Dated: February 27, 2015 Rebecca Huntley Ogle County Clerk March 5, 12, 19, 2015

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, PLAINTIFF vs.

LORRI L. TROSPER; ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC; ASSET ACCEPTANCE, LLC; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC; DAVID MONTERO; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 59 Address: 10964 E. Lindenwood Road Chana, Illinois 61015 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 19, 2014, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on April 17, 2015 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 8 DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT A STONE PLANTED 22 1/2 RODS NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 8, THENCE NORTH ON THE SECTION LINE 8 RODS AND 19 LINKS, THENCE WEST 12 RODS, THENCE SOUTH 11 RODS AND 31 LINKS TO THE CENTER OF THE CHICAGO ROAD, THENCE NORTH 75 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST (VARIATION 7 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST) ALONG THE CENTER OF SAID ROAD, 12 RODS AND 8 LINKS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, IN TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 10964 E. Lindenwood Road, Chana, Illinois 61015 P.I.N.: 18-08-477-015 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $118,601.78 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 312-541-9710, telephone.

Please refer to file number IL 14 9971.

Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 14 9971 March 5, 12, 19, 2015

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: JUANITA R. HORTON, Deceased.

Case No. 2015 P 5 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of JUANITA R. HORTON. Letters of Office were issued on January 30, 2015, to ERIC C. HORTON and GREGG E. HORTON, as Independent Co-Executors, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.

Claims against the estate may be filed at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Suite #300, Oregon, IL 61061or with the estate legal representative, or both.

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

By: ERIC C. HORTON and GREGG E. HORTON Independent Co-Executors, Law Offices of M. Thomas Suits, P.C. 114 W Mason Street Polo IL 61064 815-946-2276 Feb. 26, March 5, 12, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE ESTATE OF: MARY J. MOSER, Deceased NO. 2015 P 12 NOTICE OF CLAIM Notice is given of the death of Mary J. Moser who died on January 4, 2015. Letters of Office were issued on February 19, 2015 to Dixie L. Hinton as Independent Executrix, whose address is 2109 Scarbrough Road, Springfield, Illinois 62702, and whose attorney is Linda A. Giesen of Dixon & Giesen Law Offices, 121 East First Street, Dixon, Illinois 61021.

The estate will be administered without court supervision unless under Chapter 755 ILCS 5/28-4 of the probate act, any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Clerk of the Ogle County Court.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of the first publication, no later than September 5, 2015 and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: PATRICIA M. LUY, Deceased.

NO. 2015-P-15 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of PATRICIA M. LUY. Letters of Office were issued on March 3, 2015, to ALAINA LUY, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.

Claims against the estate may be filed at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

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Within 42 days after the effective date of the original Order Admitting Will to Probate, a petition may be filed with the Court to require proof of the validity of the Will by testimony of witnesses to the Will in open Court, or other evidence, as provided in Section 5/6-21 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/6-21).

Within six months after the effective date of the original Order Admitting Will to Probate, a petition may be filed with the Court to consent the validity of the Will as provided under Section 5/8-1 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/8-1).

FARM AUCTION SAT. MARCH 28 10:30 A.M.!

Paul Nesemeyer 2996 Montague Rd., Baileyville, IL (815-938-2148) Location: South of Freeport, IL on Rt. 26 to Montague Rd, east 4 miles to farm.

Note: Paul is 90 years young, finally retiring from farming. Everything is in SHOW ROOM CONDITION. You will be impressed!!

FARM TRACTORS & MACHINERY – SOME LIVESTOCK EQUIP. & MISC: 2006 CIH MX255 Tractor w/ FWA, duals, radar control, auto temp, fenders, 3 pt. quick hitch, plus other options, ONLY 498 ACTUAL HRS!; 2005 J.D. 6320 Tractor w/FWA, deluxe SCV, power quad, 24 speed trans, R&P cast wheels, cold start II, dual PTO, glass roof hatch, rear wts, ONLY 80 ACTUAL HRS, (call Leonard Hageman for info. on J.D. 815-238-1751); IHC 340 Gas Tractor w/ 2 pt. hitch, NF, fenders, original, sharp!; 1942 IHC H Tractor w/ NF, fenders, PTO, clean, restored; Landoll 2200 Weather Proofer, 5 shank; Woods #3180 Hyd. Fold Batwing Mower w/ 540 PTO; 2000 J.D. 1750 Conserv 6-30” Planter w/ no till, finger pickup, markers; CIH Hyd. Fold 3900 – 24’ wing Disk, 9” spacing; Petersen Silage Wagon, 20’ for TMR, adjustable tongue, brand new, never used; Noble 3 pt. 6-30 RM cultivator; IHC #130 Manure Spreader; J.D. 11’ Broadcast Seeder, steel wheels; New 16’ Flat Rack on J.D. Gear; Case 3 pt. Single Shank Subsoiler; Kill-Bros 475 bu. Grain Cart w/ 1000 PTO & tarp; EZ-Flow 300 bu. Gravity Box on EZ Trail Gear w/ tarp; EZ-Flow 350 bu. Gravity Box on Minnesota Gear; F&F 250 bu. Gravity Box on Kory Gear w/ tarp; All IHC: 2 pt. hitch Rear Box, 2 pt. hitch Post Digger; 2 pt. hitch Rear Blade;2 pt. hitch Sprayer, 2 pt. hitch Cycle Mower; Kasten Running Gear; IHC 3-16” Pull Plow; IHC 5-16” Pull Plow, spring trip; 16’ auger on wheels; 4x8’, 4x6’, 4x4’ Trailers; Old Seed Corn signs; Fence Posts, wood & steel; Hyd. Cylinders; Winpower 25KW Alternator w/ cart; 2010 Simplicity 20 hp Mower w/ deck & rear bagger; 3 Hog Feeders, 10-20 bu; Wood Hog Ring Crate; 1-2 Sm. Wagons of Misc.

Note: It is rare to find a line-up of Farm Machinery of such high quality and condition. Equipment has extremely low hours. Used on 300 acre farm. This will be a short auction, be on time!

Terms: Cash or check w/ picture ID required. Current letter of credit from bank unless known by auction company. Lunch Stand: Brattleys Check website for pictures and more information: WWW.MUDCREEKFARMS.COM/PROAUCTIONS.HTML Rick Garnhart, Auctioneer IL LIC#440000901 German Valley, IL 61039 815-238-3044

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Suite #300, Oregon, IL 61061 – or with the estate legal representative, or both.

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

By: ALAINA LUY Independent Executor Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 815-946-2276 March 12, 19, 26, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, PLAINTIFF vs.

LORRI L. TROSPER; ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC; ASSET ACCEPTANCE, LLC; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC; DAVID MONTERO; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 59 Address: 10964 E. Lindenwood Road Chana, Illinois 61015 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 19, 2014, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on April 17, 2015 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: COMMON ADDRESS: 10964 E. Lindenwood Road, Chana, Illinois 61015 P.I.N.: 18-08-477-015 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $118,601.78

to settle estate of Ruth Straw Trustee, Paul Elsen Sr. Estate Attorney, Larry Johnson 815-625-8200

Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 312-541-9710, telephone. Please refer to file number IL 14 9971.

Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois

For Information Contact: Lenny Bryson - Auctioneer 900 South Division Ave. Polo, IL 61064 Phone: 815-946-4120

Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 14 9971 March 5, 12, 19, 2015

FARMLAND, HOUSE & BUILDINGS ESTATE AUCTION Monday, March 16th, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. Sale to be held at: The Auction Shed 900 South Division Ave. Polo, IL 61064 OPEN TENANCY FOR 2015 CROP YEAR

240 Acres +/- in Sections 19, 20 & 29 of Palmyra Twp. in Lee County, IL Selling in 5 tracts Survey Available Day of Sale Tract 1: 80 Acres +/Tract 2: 125 Acres +/Tract 3: 25 Acres +/Tract 4: 2 Acres +/- with house & garage 2055 Mound Hill Road, Dixon, IL Tract 5: 3 Acres +/- with house, garage, outbuildings & bin 2037 Mound Hill Road, Dixon, IL

For complete listing of sale bill, maps, soil maps, photos, tax info, terms & conditions, etc. go to www.lennybrysonauctioneer.com

Owner, Straw Farm Trust

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HELP WANTED EDUCATION

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EMPLOYMENT

505

$3000 Sign On Bonus, $65K-$75K Annually!

Experienced Class A CDL Drivers Wanted!

Home Weekly and Excellent Benefits.

Call 888-409-6033 or apply online www.DriveJacobson.com Butler Transport Your Partner in Excellence.

Drivers Needed.

Great Hometime.$650.00 sign on bonus! All miles paid. 1-800528-7825 www.butlertransport.com Director Qualified Toddler Teacher full time 35-40 hrs./ week. Competitive salary based on experience.

Rock Falls Day Care Center 729 W Rt. 30 Rock Falls IL. 815-625-0106

NEW TODAY Experienced Custom Applicators Full Time positions available. Paid Benefits. Apply: Crop Production Services 1793 Steward Rd. Steward, IL 60553 815-396-2248 Flatbed driverstrucks now set at 70MPH. Starting pay up to .41 CPM, health Ins, 401K, $59 daily per diem pay, home weekends.

800-6489915 or www.boydandsons.com Focus Services Come see us at our new location in Sterling at 2214 E 4th St Suite B. We are hiring for A.M. and P.M. training. Ask us about our shift differentials.

Please come fill out an application or go online to: focus. iapplicants.com You can call and speak with Heather Hiatt at (815)622-4900.

Harbor Crest Home An 84-bed skilled care facility in Fulton IL, is in need of •CNA's: 2nd & 3rd shift •Restorative Nurse Must be able to practice in Illinois and pass Background test. Apply online or in person at: harborcrest2 @mchsi.com 817 17th St, Fulton IL. EOE Local remodeling contractor seeking experienced PT help with possibility of FT. Drug screen, D.L, transportation, & own tools required. Fax resumes with references to: 815-6520106

EMPLOYMENT

505

NEW TODAY MANAGER Papa Murphy's located at 415 Locust St., Sterling is seeking full time Manager position.

Experience preferred. Apply in person at the store.

NOW HIRING at Messie's Bar & Grill for all positions.

Please apply in person at 117 N. River Rd., Oregon, IL 61061

NEW TODAY Now hiring for Massage Therapist. Call 815-456-2225.

Now Hiring for Spring General Labor, must be 21 or over with valid drivers license. Serious inquiries only!!

815-626-5182 Now hiring full time production assistant for wean to finish hog operation. Duties will include day to day pig care, sorting, placing and giving vaccinations knowledge of these duties are highly desired but would not exclude highly motivated eager to learn candidates.

Offering competitive pay and performance based bonus all interested parties e-mail oinkincpork@yahoo.com

Seeking LPNs & RNs for Private Duty Nursing Advantage Nursing Services Benefits!

Sign on bonus! *Must have one year of practicing experience Hours available in Sterling, IL www.ansjobs.com 1-800-830-2737 ext. 2

NEW TODAY

Store Manager Join the team at your neighborhood store.

1000 S. Seventh St., Rochelle, IL Previous convenience store management experience required.

Competitive starting pay; bonus program; extensive benefit package; Vacation; 401k and more!

Please send a resume and cover letter to sfelson@ stop-n-go.com Equal opportunity employer

NEW TODAY White Pines Ranch in Oregon, IL is looking for energetic, hard working people. Positions available are: Barn Crew, Kitchen Crew and Recreational Activities Directors (working with large groups of children). Must be able to work weekends and some nights April through June.

Staff application is on the homepage of our website: www. whitepines ranch.com. Call 815-732-7923 for more information. Deadline for applications is March 16th.

EMPLOYMENT

PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY IN AGRICULTURAL OFFICE:

505

NEW TODAY TRUCK DRIVERS Part Time for our Steward and Kirkland, IL locations.

Also FT for Steward, IL CDL A or B license. FT position must have Hazmat.

MIX ROOM OPERATOR FT for our Steward location. Duties include mixing fertilizers and loading trucks.

CUSTOM APPLICATOR FT for our Steward location. Duties include applying fertilizer and pesticides.

Maintenance of equipment, etc.

Call 815-8242266 or apply in person at 1318 Steward Rd., Steward, IL or 4440 State Rte 72, Kirkland, IL. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

EEO/AA/M/F/ Disabled/Veteran Two Positions Available: Extension Program Coordinator in Morrison and Amboy offices The University of Illinois Extension is seeking two individuals to provide leadership educational for program delivery in Unit 4 (Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties). To view complete job description and apply, submit an online Civil Service Application for Urbana and an Exam Request form for EXT-EXT PROG COORD- AMBOY (LEE) or MORRISON (WHITESIDE) at https://jobs.illinois.edu/ Closing date is March 16, 2015.

For questions please email Unit Director Janice McCoy at janmc@illinois.edu The University is an AA-EOE www.inclusiveill inois.illinois.edu.

CHILD CARE

512

NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is lispecifically censed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes.

The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., the world’s largest producer of corrugated HDPE drainage pipe is recruiting for a Maintenance Technician and Class A CDL Truck Drivers at our Mendota, IL production facility.

Plant Maintenance Technician - Manufacturing - 3rd Shift Responsibilities Include: • Performing preventative, troubleshooting and day-to-day maintenance repairs on all machinery and equipment in a fast paced, high output production environment.

• Flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, weekends included • Availability to be on-call for repairs and assistance Skills Required: • Strong industrial, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, hydraulic skills including troubleshooting in an industrial environment.

Salary range $15-$25 per hour plus benefits. A copy of the vacancy announcement is available at 213 W. Pines Road Oregon, IL 61061.

Application packages must be submitted through www.USAJobs.gov, see Job Announcement Number: FSA-15-0332-IL-MJ, by March 16, 2015.

We recognize and appreciate the benefits of diversity in the workplace. People who share this belief and reflect a diverse background are encouraged to apply. FSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

• Strong working knowledge of AC and DC motors and drives with basic PLC troubleshooting knowledge (Allen Bradley and Automation Direct preferred brands).

What we offer: • Competitive salary - $21.00 per hour and up, depending on experience • Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision benefits • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • Positive work environment and drug free workplace

New Full-Time Positions 1st and 2nd Shifts

• Assemblers • Welders • Machine Operators • Material Handlers • Maintenance Technician • Robot Weld Operators

Apply Online at http://careers-ads-pipe.icims.com Class A CDL Truck Drivers ADS private fleet drivers must safely operate company equipment and provide a high level of customer service. Drivers must maintain DOT electronic compliant logs, paperwork and have an established record of safe driving practices. Must have a valid Class A CDL; at least one year and/ or 100,000 miles of verifiable commercial driving experience; an acceptable MVR. We offer a competitive mileage rate, $0.38 mileage rate for local drivers, comprehensive medical plan, voluntary dental and vision, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k), some weekends required.

E. D. ETNYRE & CO.

1333 S. Daysville Road, Oregon, Illinois Apply in person between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer

Applicants are subject to drug screen, physical, background and MVR check.

Apply Online at http://drivercareers-ads-pipe.icims.com

Sheet Metal Apprentice Opportunity Sheet Metal workers’ local 219 is accepting applications from 8:30 am to 12:00PM & Closed From 12:00 PM -1:00 PM 1:00-4:00 PM at 3316 Publishers Drive, Rockford IL 61109 Requirements: Must be 18 years old & have a high school diploma or equivalent. MUST FURNISH on the day of application you high school transcripts and GED test scores (if applicable), a copy of your birth certificate & a $25.00 nonrefundable administration fee.

Applications can be downloaded from our website www.SMWlocal219.com. All applications will be considered if basic qualifications are met.

Equal employment opportunity - Minorities & Females are encouraged to apply.

WOODHAVEN ASSOCIATION is seeking to hire the following position: Public Safety Patrol Officer - Full time position, shift work. Responsibilities include patrolling the grounds and monitoring the buildings of Woodhaven and providing first aid services to our members. Candidates must have good communication skills and and the ability to work independently. Position requires a valid Illinois driver’s license and First Responder or EMT certification (training provided).

Interested applicants should apply online at www.woodhavenassociation.com, in person or by resume to: Woodhaven Association Human Resources Department P.O. Box 110 Sublette, IL 61367 Fax: 815/849-5116 Phone: 815/849-5209

WOODHAVEN ASSOCIATION is accepting applications for the fallowing seasonal staff. Applicants must be enthusiastic, friendly and dependable. Schedules include weekends and holidays.

• Cashiers (General Store) • Deli Clerk (Resturant) • Resource Assistant • ESAC Inspector

These are excellent summer employment opportunities for students and adults!

Interested applicants should apply at www.woodhavenassociation.com or to:

e m o H e? l a S For

Woodhaven Association Human Resources Department P.O. Box 110 Sublette, IL 61367 Fax: 815/849-5116 Phone: 815/849-5209

Call 815-284-7653 or 815-626-7653

GREAT GARAGE SALES

OGLE COUNTY NEWSPAPERS Oregon Republican Reporter Mt.Morris Times Forreston Journal Polo’s Tri-County Press The Exchange

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IN THE CLASSIFIEDS Call

815-284-7653 or 815-626-7653

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• Lifeguards (Certification Offered) • Cook (Restaurant) • Janitorial Assistant

Services

Antiques

Real Estate

RVs

Cars

Furniture

Apartments

Appliances Musical Items

Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, March 12, 2015, Page B10

2015 FORD TAURUS

MSRP:...............................$33,850 DISCOUNT: ...........................$2,305 MFG REBATE:.......................$3,000 FINANCE CASH: ...................$1,500 FARM BUREAU:..........................$500 YOUR PRICE:........$26,545

FWD SEL STK# AF8619

2014 FORD EDGE

MSRP:...............................$32,195 DISCOUNT: ...........................$1,780 MFG REBATE:.......................$3,000 FINANCE CASH: .........................$500 FARM BUREAU:..........................$500 YOUR PRICE:........$26,415

FWD SEL STK# BE8316

MSRP:...............................$21,085 DISCOUNT: ...........................$1,265 MFG REBATE: ......................$1,750 YOUR PRICE:........$18,070

GOLF

PAYMENTS AS LOW AS

2.5L STK# EE8011

MAZDA 3 IA STK# FE8170

MSRP:...............................$20,290 DISCOUNT: ...........................$1,043 MFG REBATE:.............................$750 OWNER LOYALTY: ......................$500 MILITARY APPRECIATION:.......$500 YOUR PRICE:........$17,497

PAYMENTS AS LOW AS

$229

YOUR PRICE:........$31,866

EXPLORER

XLT FWD STK# BF8693

2015 VW

YOUR PRICE:........$21,397

JETTA TDI S

PAYMENTS AS LOW AS

STK# EF8649

$299

2014

MAZDA 3 S I TOURING STK# FE7984

MSRP:...............................$21,440 DISCOUNT: ...........................$1,105 MFG REBATE:.............................$750 OWNER LOYALTY: ......................$500 MILITARY APPRECIATION:.......$500

$249

F-150 4X4

$4,294 OFF MSRP!

2014 VW

YOUR PRICE:........$30,175

PASSAT TDI

SEL 2.0 STK# EE8363

MSRP:...............................$45,955 DISCOUNT: ...........................$3,818 MFG REBATE:.......................$3,000 FINANCE CASH: ...................$1,000 FARM BUREAU:..........................$500 TRADE IN ASSIT:..................$1,500 YOUR PRICE:.........$36,137

$9,818 OFF MSRP! MSRP:...............................$21,050 DISCOUNT: ...........................$1,255 REBATE:................................$2,000

MSRP:...............................$34,860 DISCOUNT: ...........................$2,185 MFG REBATE: ......................$2,500

2014 VW

YOUR PRICE:........$17,795

PAYMENTS AS LOW AS

BEETLE

2.5L STK# AF8619

$239

PAYMENTS AS LOW AS

$399

2015

MAZDA 6 G ISP A STK# FF8620

YOUR PRICE:........$18,585

PAYMENTS AS LOW AS

2014 FORD SUPERCREW STK# BE8258

MSRP:...............................$24,115 DISCOUNT: ...........................$1,218 VW CREDIT: ..........................$1,500

$239

2014

2015 FORD

$5,780 OFF MSRP!

$7,305 OFF MSRP!

2014 VW

MSRP:...............................$37,660 DISCOUNT: ...........................$2,294 MFG REBATE:.......................$1,500 FARM BUREAU:..........................$500

MSRP:...............................$23,690 DISCOUNT: .................................$950 MFG REBATE: ......................$1,500 OWNER LOYALTY: ......................$500 MILITARY APPRECIATION:.......$500 YOUR PRICE:........$20,240

2015

MSRP:...............................$28,750 DISCOUNT: .................................$755 MFG REBATE: ......................$1,000 MAZDA OWNER LOYALTY: ......................$500 CX-5 TOURING MILITARY APPRECIATION:.......$500 STK# FF8417 YOUR PRICE:........$25,995

PAYMENTS AS LOW AS

$279

PAYMENTS AS LOW AS

$349

489 IL ROUTE 2 • DIXON, IL 61021 • 815-288-3366 • WWW.DIXONFLM.COM

Only 1 price per household. Dealer not responsible for pricing errors. Payments based on 84 months 3.25% no money down. Tax, title, license and service fee extra. Not everyone will qualify for financing or rebates. See dealer for details. Expires 3/31/2015. Must finance with Ford Credit for Ford Finance Cash and VW Credit for VW Finance cash, must be a current member of Farm Bureau for past 6 months for Farm Bureau Bonus cash, must own a 1999 or new Mazda for Mazda Owner Loyalty Bonus and also current member of US Military for Military appreciation Bonus. * SOME PICTURES FOR ILLUSTRATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.

Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, March 12, 2015, Page B11

AUCTIONS

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LARGE 2 DAY GUN AUCTION 900+ Firearms!

Saturday, March 14th Sunday, March 15th 9AM 2601 Lake Land Blvd. ~ Mattoon, IL Online Absentee / Phone Bids Accepted! 5000 Pictures at: www.BauerAuction.com 217-2595956

LARGE 2 DAY GUN AUCTION 900+ Firearms!

Saturday, March 14th Sunday, March th 15 . 9AM - 2601 Lake Land Blvd. ~ Mattoon, IL Online Absentee / Phone Bids Accepted!

5000 Pictures at: www.BauerAuction.com 217-2595956 REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS

Chicagoland Suburbs 100+ Commercial & Residential Properties.

Many Bank Owned!

Grocery Store Bulk Sale, Industrial, Retail, Residential, Income Producing Multi-Family, Mixed Use, Office Condos & More!

312-756-7333 www.SVNAuctionWorks.com RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT AUCTION

Wednesday March 11th. 10AM Timbers Restaurant-Strasburg, IL. Commercial appliances, racks, sinks, coolers, furniture, MUCH MORE! Krile Auction Service Photos/details: www.auctionzip.com Auction ID# 6524 618-977-8993

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 705 Glass Sale & Show March 14th 10am5pm March 15th 11am-4pm CONCORD PLAZA MIDWEST CONFERENCE CENTER 401 West Lake Street, NORTHLAKE, IL 630851-4504 www.20-3040glasssociety.org

I Buy: Antiques, collectibles, toys, post cards, etc.

815-445-6151.

APPLIANCES

710

Maytag 7 cycle elec. dryer & Kenmore HE washer $400 lv. message 815-973-5077 Reliable, LIKE NEW used appliances, cmsappliance.net (815)626-1003

FURNITURE

755

All Mattress Sets New in plastic.

Twin $99, Full $129, qu. $159, King $259. W/ Warr. Can deliver.

815-703-3688 High quality tan leather sofa by Century. Comfortable, exc. condition. $1,400. Call 815-973-0890

NEW TODAY Martin's Furniture dining room table & 10 chairs. Exc. Velvet & cond. leather cover. Like brand new. Asking new $3,000/obo, $3900. Call 815441-0252.

Solid oak Amish hand crafted country hutch, exc. cond., $2000 815499-4140

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 NEW TODAY Pekingese/Chihuahua mix puppies, 1 male and 1 female. 1st shots. 3 Mos. $300/both.

815-718-1151.

WANT TO BUY 795 I Pay Cash 4 Gold Silver, Coins & Antiques 24/7 815-564-9061

NEW TODAY Want to Buy Skid Loader priced under $5,000. Also '66 or '67 Nova parts car. 563212-7699

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE Electric Motorized Wheelchair, custom made for large joystick, person, $1000. Serious Inquiries Only. 815632-7051 See More Online Photos, Commerce, Expanded Text ➛Look for WEB ID ➛Log on to: www.saukvalley. com classifieds ➛Enter the WEB ID in the WEB ID Box ➛View Photos, Expanded Text BUY ONLINE!! saukvalley.com CLASSIFIEDS

LIVESTOCK / SUPPLIES

840

DISABLED LIVESTOCK WANTED Top Prices Paid Call toll free 815-871-2697

SCHAAP LIVESTOCK

Cross bred feeder calves and hosting steers. Hay rake, hay racks & gravity wagons. Portable Cattle chute. 544 international tractor w/ 2000 loader.

815-440-2553

AUTOMOBILES

905

2009 Chevy Aveo, 5LS 4 Dr. hatchback, OnStar inc. $4,950 815-625-8052 Corvettes Wanted 1953-1972 Any Condition. vinceconncorvette.com 800-850-3656 Corvettes Wanted 1953-1972 Any Condition Courteous, Fast, Professional Buyer In the Corvette Business for 26 years Licensed and Bonded Vince Conn Corvette vinceconcorvette.com 1-800-8503656

s m Ite ? e l a S r o F Call OGLE COUNTY NEWSPAPERS 815-284-7653 or 815-626-7653

Oregon Republican Reporter • Mt.Morris Times • Forreston Journal Polo’s Tri-County Press • The Exchange

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Bad Credit? No Credit? We might be able to help! If you're looking to buy a vehicle we have many financing options available through qualified lenders. Call Brett Simpson today at 815-2855313. Ken Nelson Auto Plaza.

those unwanted items with the help of a Sauk Valley Classified Ad

creditautosales dixon.com Always over 100+ vehicles to choose from.

NEW TODAY ★ WANTED ★ 1978-1981 Camaro T-top parts car and 1973-1987 Chevy parts truck.

815-440-0833.

TRUCKS

625-3600 284-2222

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Answer Found In Today’s Classified Section

NEW TODAY 2003 Ford F150, ext. cab. 2Whl. dr.

V6 manual. $3600.

815-946-3330, 815-751-3377

VANS

911

2006 Grand Caravan, handicap van with power ramp.

Very good cond. $7995. Call Sauk Valley Motors, 815288-5626 or 815622-6655.

PARTS & ACC.

Crossword Answer

Weekly Publication of the: Oregon Republican Reporter, Mt. Morris Times, Forreston Journal, Tri-County Press

925

Weather Guard diamond cut deep tool box, for full size truck bed, good shape $350 815-590-0419

MOTORCYCLES

935

1997 Honda Helix scooter, 250cc, 39,627 miles, runs excellent, w/shield, $2000 815-2514254

AUTOS WANTED

960

We Buy Used cars & trucks.

Call Dixon ATV 815-288-2146

Astrograph Offer your help Thursday, March 12, 2015 Some unanticipated insight will help you prosper this year. Listen carefully to people knowledgeable in finance and e-commerce. Learning to cut corners and discovering new ways to save will put you in a cushy situation that allows you greater freedom and lessens your stress.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don’t take what others say too seriously. Keep in mind that everyone has bad days. You may happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Focus on positive gains.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You’re on your way up, so keep the momentum flowing.

Do something that will make you think and bring you added wisdom. An unexpected someone will help you further your goals.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Offer your help. Bend over backward in order to feel good about what you have done.

Rewards will head your way.

Financial opportunities are apparent, but don’t take a risk.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -Deal with an emotionally fraught situation that is disrupting your

personal life. Your eloquent way of handling such matters will help you resolve the problem so that you can move forward.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Take a chance and push to get ahead professionally and financially. If you use your skills more diversely, your talents will be recognized and put to good use.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -You’ll have a brilliant idea that will help you get ahead with a project that you’ve wanted to spend more time developing.

A social event will lead you to someone who will prove motivational.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Difficulties will develop if you are critical. Don’t get into a senseless argument. Stay cool, do your own thing and don’t judge the ones you work with or love.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -If you talk to as many people as possible, you’ll realize how valuable you are and how much you have to offer. Take pride in your accomplishments and celebrate with someone special.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

PUZZLE ENTHUSIASTS: Get more puzzles in -- Deal with personal paperwork that’s piled up. You cannot offer help to others if you can’t take care of your own business. Check out a tax break that encourages saving.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It’s time to deal with an ongoing situation that has been bugging you. If someone isn’t treating you properly, speak up or make changes that will alleviate the problem.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Work behind the scenes if you want to make headway.

The more you do without interference from others, the better. Progress should be your aim, not pontification.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You’ll be dedicated, loyal and ready to take on a leadership position. An opportunity you’ve been waiting for will happen if you pursue it with relentless courage.

©2015 UFS

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