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A carnival is just part of the fun at Polo’s Town & Country Days this weekend. A9

The Breast Yard Sale raises $150,000 for cancer research. B4

The Oregon Lions Club annual car show is Sunday, June 18 at Oregon Park East. A8

Motions for special prosecutor denied Jury trial is set for fatal boating accident

By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecountynews.com The family of a woman killed in a boating crash was disappointed Tuesday when an Ogle County judge denied their motions to investigate Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric Morrow and replace him as prosecutor in the case.

Judge John Redington denied motions filed by Rockford attorney Cynthia Koroll in behalf of the family of Megan Wells, who died on June 24, 2016 after a jon boat operated by Marc Mongan, 47, Oregon, went over the back of the pontoon boat she was riding in and struck her, throwing her overboard.

Mongan is charged with two misdemeanors, operating a watercraft while under the influence of alcohol and reckless operation of a watercraft, and has pleaded not guilty to both.

Redington ruled Tuesday that insufficient allegations were presented in the motions to warrant the appointment of a special prosecutor to either investigate Morrow or prosecute Mongan.

“My problem with these allegations is that none of them points to an emotional

tie that Mr. Morrow would have had to have [according to state statutes],” Redington said. “I find all of these allegations to be extremely tenuous and removed from the prosecution of Mr. Mongan.”

Wells’ father David Swaziek, 63, Loves Park, was hoping for more.

“Obviously, we’re disappointed, but the judge made his decision on the information he had,” he said after the hearing. “We’re looking forward to going to trial and having the truth prevail.”

After Redington ruled against appointing a special prosecutor, Mongan’s attorney David Tess, Melissa Swaziek, age 28, the sister of Megan Rochelle, withdrew a motion to Wells listens with her hands clasped during dismiss the charges against his Tuesday’s hearing. Photo by Earleen Hinton client and requested a jury trial. not over. We will continue to fight for Redington set Aug. 21 for the trial to begin. He set that date after Megan and justice. We look forward to seeing a trial where all the evidence conferring with Tess and Koroll.

“We were certainly hoping a special is presented. We need to really look prosecutor would be appointed,” at each piece of evidence. This was a Swaziek said. “With Morrow still on homicide, a reckless homicide. He took the case we will be watching. It’s a year a life. We have not seen any reaction later and we’re missing Megan so bad. from Mr. Mongan. We have never seen remorse.”

Why do we have to do through this?”

Morrow said he was not surprised by “The people of Ogle County need to stand up too,” he said. “The story is Turn to A2

Dog kennel gets another denial

By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecountynews.com A DeKalb County dog breeder’s request for a special use permit to expand her business into Ogle County hit another setback Tuesday.

The Ogle County Planning & Zoning Committee voted 7-0 to recommend denial of a special use request from Christie Hardt, owner of B&C Kennel, Clare, and her husband Robert DeCosta.

Hardt and DeCosta have requested the special use permit to operate a commercial dog kennel on property they own at 14189 E. Dutch Rd., northeast of Kings.

The site is zoned for agricultural use, and the request asks for a special use permit to allow dog breeding, import

This is sign is located in Oregon. Petitions against the kennel were presented to county officials during an April zoning hearing. Photo by Earleen Hinton

and sale of puppies, dog grooming, and dog obedience training at the kennel.

Planning & Zoning is the third committee to recommend denial to the Ogle County Board, which is expected

to vote on the matter on June 20.

The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended denial by a 3-2 vote on April 27, and the Regional Planning Committee voted 4-1 for denial on March 23.

Planning & Zoning Committee member Ron Colson said Tuesday that he sees inconsistency in the ZBA decision because they denied it on the basis that the requested special use would be incompatible with the zoned agricultural use in that area.

“It would seem that standard was met,” he said.

Committee chairman Dan Janes asked if other committee members shared Colson’s concern, but none did. All seven are also county board members.

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New festival to put spotlight on the riverfront

By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecountynews.com

Music, food and fun all part of June 17 event

A fun-filled festival aimed at showcasing the Oregon community and its unique features is set to make its debut this Saturday.

The first-ever Rockin’ River Fest, slated for Saturday, June 17, will provide an opportunity to enjoy the riverfront landscape in downtown Oregon.

“We are all very excited for the launch of this new event,” said Oregon Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Debbie Dickson. “A lot of people, organizations, and leadership have come together to spotlight Oregon, Illinois — who we are, what we have to offer, and what a great community we live in.”

The event is co-produced by the Chamber and Oregon Together. Two festival stages will feature a variety of local and regional musical entertainers.

The River’s Edge Stage sponsored by Ukulele Station America showcases local entertainers performing from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Performers include Rock River Center’s Boot Scootin Seniors; Ukulele Station’s Rock River Strummers; John Lindhorst with original guitar and ukulele music; “Bad Columbus” featuring Patrick Shea and Max Dragoo on guitars; Joshua Hendrickson, guitar and vocals; Mary Ley and Chris Kolling, Aireloom Studio with river songs; and Mary Ley , native American flute songs.

The festival beverage garden Riverside Chill Zone Stage kicks off at 3 p.m. with a dynamic performance by “Love & Thunder.”

The popular Rockford band “Dirt Road Rebelz” takes the stage at 5:30 p.m. and “The Party Doctors” round out the evening with a variety of music from the 70s to present day country, rock and pop starting at 8 p.m.

There’s plenty of activity for those who enjoy games and competitive events.

The “Game Spot” will feature a variety of games and competitions for kids 1 – 100.

The “Rock River Adventure Tri” will be a real test of strength and stamina as participants compete in a three-mile run, 10-mile bike ride, and five-mile canoe and kayak paddle.

Four local teams of pullers will compete for the crown of Turn to A3

Special Olympics torch comes through Oregon

By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com The Special Olympics torch made its way through downtown Oregon, carried by a Village of Progress athlete and escorted by local law enforcement last week.

Law enforcement from Oregon, Mount Morris, Byron, Rochelle, and the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department joined Jake Werner, a village of progress worker and basketball player, at 10:15 a.m. on June 7 as he ran from the old Silo Restaurant at 1490 North Illinois 2 to Illinois 64, and downtown Oregon before heading on to Daysville Road.

Teresa Vaughn, Tammy Sigler, and Cloceal Holman hold encouraging signs and cold water for the torch runners. Photo

by Zach Arbogast.

A pit stop was made on the lawn of the Ogle County Courthouse at the corner of Washington and Fourth streets. More than 20 VOP members held colorful signs of encouragement for the runners,

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“I’m thrilled to see our members and athletes downtown, watching the runners,” said Dawn Todd, Village of Progress Turn to A2

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Jake Werner, village of progress worker and athlete, carries the torch on the run towards the Ogle County Courthouse Lawn. Werner was escorted by law enforcement from Oregon, Mt. Morris, Byron, Rochelle and the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department. Photo by Zach Arbogast.

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August jury trial set in fatal boating accident From A1 Redington’s decision.

“We had contended all along that there wasn’t a conflict that required a special prosecutor,” he said.

Swaziek and other family members and supporters have lined the steps of the judicial center before and after recent hearings holding signs asking for “Justice for Megan.”

They have been critical of Morrow’s handling of the case, especially that felony charges were not filed.

An Ogle County Grand Jury that met in December failed to indict Mongan on the more serious felonies.

One of Koroll’s motions asked for a special prosecutor to be appointed to investigate Morrow for obstruction of justice.

The motion alleged that Morrow failed to act to get a search warrant to have blood drawn from Mongan after the crash, which took place on the Rock River about three miles north of Oregon.

In his response to the motion, Morrow said only a judge has the authority to issue a search warrant.

His response also states that Illinois Department of Natural Resources police officer Steve Beltran did not contact him about the accident until 12:12 a.m. on June 25, almost four hours after it had occurred.

The documents show that Mongan refused to submit to chemical testing, and had failed the field sobriety tests administered by Beltran.

Koroll’s motion also alleges that a conflict arose between IDNR officers and Morrow as to getting a warrant for the blood draw making the investigation necessary.

Redington, however, saw the conflict as a “professional difference of opinion,” not an indication of criminal wrongdoing on Morrow’s part.

“That, I think is a stretch,” Redington said. “It’s hard for me to find that this is anything but a professional difference of opinion. It’s clear the IDNR and the state’s attorney have a difference of opinion as to whether a warrant should have been sought.”

The second motion calls for a special prosecutor to prosecute the case because of Morrow’s alleged conflicts of interest.

The conflicts allege friendships between Morrow and Mongan and Morrow and Beltran, both of which Morrow

Above, Marc Mongan listens the court proceedings during Tuesday’s hearing. At left, Judge John Redington speaks to attorneys. Photos

by Earleen Hinton

denied in his response; that Morrow and Mongan have a connection because both are members of the Oregon Masons and Tebala Shriners; that Morrow represented Mongan’s brother and nephew in court cases while he was in private law practice; that Mongan’s step-daughter’s mother-in-law campaigned for Morrow when he ran for state’s attorney; and that Morrow may be called as a witness in a related civil lawsuit filed by Wells’ husband.

The motions also cite a conflict because Mongan’s pharmaceutical delivery business, based in Oregon, has contracts with the Ogle County Jail and with Serenity Hospice, where Morrow is a board member.

However, Morrow’s response states he is not involved in negotiating either contract.

During the hearing, Koroll asked if additional charges will be filed against Mongan.

Morrow said he is looking into that possibility.

After the hearing, Morrow said he is considering filing more misdemeanor charges, but declined to specify what that might be.

Wells’ husband Robbie Wells has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Mongan and David Daily, Leaf River, the Robin Swaziek chokes back tears as her husband, David, reads a statement to the media in front of the Ogle County driver of the pontoon boat and also Megan’s uncle.

Judicial Center following the hearing on Tuesday morning.

Photo by Earleen Hinton

That case is also pending in Ogle County Court.

Entries for MM parade are sought

Torch Run came to Oregon From A1 coach. “It means so much for them to see our local people devoting time and energy to this cause.”

Illinois’ first law enforcement torch run was in 1986, and included less than 100 runners. It raised a little over $14,000.

Thirty-one years later, Illinois raised $4.2 million, making it among the highest rated torch runs in the country.

Each run is organized by local law enforcement personnel, with liaisons from Special Olympics.

Units for the Let Freedom Ring parade are still being accepted.

This year’s theme for the celebration is “Red, White and YOU” with the annual parade stepping off on July 4th at 2 p.m.

Special prizes will be given for neighborhood floats or decorated golf carts.

Anyone wanting be part of the parade can pick-up parade entry forms at the Mt. Morris Village Hall or Mt. Morris Public Library or email their information to: Local Ogle County law enforcement and village of progress workers and coaches all pose together in support of the lfrparade2017@gmail.com or 2017 Special Olympics Summer Games. Jake Werner, center, carried the torch. Photo by Zach Arbogast. call 815-734-6185.

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The Oregon Republican Reporter was founded in 1851 as the Ogle County Reporter. In 1889, the Ogle County Republican, a competing newspaper, was started. In 1890, the Republican was sold to Ziba Landers. Upon his death in 1939, the newspaper was assumed by his son, Ernest D. In March 1951, Paul F. Behan, owner of the Reporter, and E.D. Landers and his son E.G. (Tim) Landers united the newspapers into the Republican Reporter.

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Sheets praised early pioneers in 1904 speech 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 The following is from a lecture delivered by Col. B. F. Sheets on “Early Oregon and the Pioneers” before the Woman’s Council of Oregon in 1904. hese pioneers were a sturdy, industrious and intelligent class of men and women, who have left the impress of their characters upon all the heritage they have bequeathed to us.

Their impress is upon the laws, the public school system and all the charitable institutions of our great State.

The man that can challenge the most rigid scrutiny of his life and can appeal to all the world for a verdict of his integrity, has a prouder honor than office or place can bestow upon him.

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John Phelps’ cabin was located between Oregon and Mt. Morris. Photo courtesy of Otto Dick

He leaves a richer legacy to his children than the spoils of office can give. Such a man is a public benefactor.

The pioneer men and women were largely of this character.

No higher tribute can be paid to their memory. They could have left no better or more enduring monument.

They made a little go a long way and it is perfectly wonderful how economical they could be.

The pioneers were frugal.

They lived within their means and their surroundings were in harmony with their circumstances.

They were industrious, and the rich soil soon placed most of them beyond the reach of want.

So far as I am able to learn, the visit of a white man to this locality was made by John Phelps in 1829, who was born in Bedford County, Virginia, Aug. 8, 1796.

He was a man of resolute will, warm in his friendships and bitter in his enmities.

In the fall of 1933 he hired a French man who had lived with the Indians, and the two visited this locality again.

About a mile above the present city of Oregon, they discovered a tent on the banks of the river, and supposing it be an Indian wigwam, the Frenchman was sent to get something to eat.

He found it occupied by Col. W. S. Hamilton, son of Alexander Hamilton, who had been sent by the United

John Phelps

William Hamilton

Benjamin Sheets

States government to survey the Rock River country into townships.

On the recommendation of Col. Hamilton, Mr. Phelps located a farm claim about half-way between Oregon and Mt. Morris, now constituting a part of the estate of the late Major Charles Newcomer.

He also made a claim now included in part of Oregon.

This was surveyed in 1835 and in 1836 was platted in town lots.

In 1836 Miss Sarah Phelps, daughter of John Phelps, and later the wife of Mr. Wesley Johnson, named the town Oregon City.

At that time the Rock River County was a part of Jo Davies County, of which

Galena was the county seat, from 1827 to December, 1836.

This is the first of a series of three articles.

Sheets was born in Wattsbury, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 6, 1832. In 1844 he moved with his parents to Kane County in Illinois.

After spending his boyhood on the farm he attended Rock River Seminary at Mt. Morris.

He married Alice Hill in 1855 and settled in Mt. Morris. He then moved to Oregon in 1861 where he became deputy circuit clerk for Ogle County.

In 1862 he was elected sheriff of Ogle County. In the same year he was mustered in as Lieutenant-Colonel of the 92nd Illinois Volunteer

Infantry.

Other positions held by Sheets were senator for the Ogle and Winnebago County District and superintendent for the Illinois State Reformatory at Pontiac.

Sheets was a pioneer merchant long before the railroads. He owned a hardware, plumbing, and heating business in downtown Oregon.

He started his business in 1869 and an article in 1907 Ogle County Republican newspaper stated the business was still going after 40 years.

Everything was hauled in on wagons, and mostly from Franklin Grove.

Mr. D. C. Sears ran a mule express for freight and passenger traffic.

Tug across the river, gallery tours part of events From A1 Tug Champion in the “Tug Across the Rock” at 1 p.m. and the “Toss ‘Em Tourney” bags tournament competition begins at 4 p.m.

Onsite registration is available for Toss ‘Em Tourney” participants.

“Oregon Rocks the Arts” will feature gallery tours at the Oregon Public Library, home to the famous Lorado Taft Collection of artworks of the Eagle’s Nest Artists Colony.

Art Casting of Illinois and Adagio Gallery (where the Michael Jordan Statue at the United Center and numerous other well-known sculptures have been created) will be open for viewings from 1 to 3 p.m.

The Eagle’s Nest Artists Group Workshop at Conover Square featuring works of several local artists will welcome visitors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Several working artists from this group will also be working on the festival

grounds and surrounding area during the festival.

Walking Tours Oregon will be “Rockin’ Our History” as the Ogle County Historical Society will provides guided walking tours of Oregon’s Historic downtown area at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.

Tours will begin at the festival entrance on Washington and Second Street.

The Ogle County Historical Museum and

recently restored Oregon Depot Museum will also be open for visitors.

The “Uniquely Oregon” Community Showcase will feature products created in the Oregon Community and services available.

Tasty treats will be offered in the “Amazin’ Grazin’ Station” Food Court featuring specialties of Oregon’s restaurants and catering services.

If you’re into classic cars, then Jay’s Drive-In and the Oregon Lions Club

invite you to the “Cruisin N Chillin” cruise event from 5 to 8 p.m.

And…to top it off, visitors will want to return on Sunday, June 18 for the Lions Club Father’s Day Car Show and Pancake Breakfast and Pork Chop BBQ at Oregon Park East.

Gate admission to Rockin’ River Fest is $5 for ages 13plus; $3 for kids ages 4-12.

Children 3 and under get in free.

Tickets will be sold for games, food, and beverages.

The Chill Zone adult beverage area will be a cash bar service.

A complete schedule of events and other details are available on the website www.rockinriverfest.net.

Direct any questions to rockinriverfest@gmail.com.

Summer Reading Program can also be used to fill your Bingo card.

by Kristin Tate (Non-Fiction 320.973 TAT) The Cut by Morris Chestnut and Obi Obadike (Non-Fiction 613.7 CHE) The Gathering Edge by Sharon and Steve Miller (Science Fiction) Crosstalk by Connie Willis (Science Fiction) The Beach House: Coming Home by Georgia Bockoven (Fiction) Dark Side Of The Moon

by Les Wood (Fiction) New Boy by Tracy Chevalier (Fiction) Rise & Shine, Benedict Stone by Phaedra Patrick (Fiction) Heart On The Line by Karen Witemeyer (Fiction) G-Man by Stephen Hunter (Fiction) Secrets In Summer by Nancy Thayer (Fiction) Price Of Duty by Dale Brown (Fiction) Dragon Teeth by Michael Crichton (Fiction) Shadow Man by Alan Drew (Mystery) For accessibility accommodations, please call 815-732-2724 The library is located at 300 Jefferson Street in Oregon.

Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information call, 815-732-2724.

The festival’s Presenting Sponsors are Martin & Company and 102.3 The Coyote/1060 Good Time Oldies.

Golden Eagle Sponsors are KSB Hospital and Byron Bank.

Oregon Library News Where Are You From?

Where are you from?

It’s a question many of us get asked or pose to others.

The Oregon Public Library can now help you in your personal quest to answer that question.

Besides recently

upgrading the beloved 109year old Carnegie library building, the Oregon Public Library has also upgraded its electronic resources for patrons.

Patrons can now create and access an ancestry. com account by using the

computers at the library.

Ancestry.com allows users to trace their family lineage and answer the question: “Where are you from?” Information sessions to help users set up their accounts are being planned and patrons should check the library websitehttp:// oregonpubliclibrary.com for dates.

2017 Reading by Design!

Summer Reading Program It’s here! The 2017 Summer Reading Program brochures has begun.

Programs began the week of June 5. Free to residents, 3– 17 years old, of the Oregon Public Library District.

Story Times, activities, bookmarks, prizes, games, special guests and of course, books are all a part of this annual program.

See you at your library!

Week of June 12: Thursday, June 15 18-24 Story Time Club 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, June 15 Preschool Story Time 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, June 15 Afternoon Movie–The Lego Batman Movie- PG 1:30 p.m.

Mystery Photo #3 Identify the Mystery Photo and place your answer in the Answer Can at the Oregon Public Library. Photo supplied

Week of June 19: Tuesday, June 20 In BeTween Book Club 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 21 Activity Time (1st-8th grade) 1:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 22 18-24 Story Time Club 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, June 22

An eye exam is a good idea, especially if things are starting to look a little fuzzy around the edges.

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Preschool Story Time 10:30 a.m.

Reading by Design Game, Mystery Photo, and Answer the Question are all ongoing.

Adult Summer Reading Program Anyone over the age of participation in the Children’s Summer Reading Program (18 and older) may participate in “DesignYour Own Program.”

Punch cards will track how many books you have checked out and each completed card will go into a drawing for prizes. Ask at the front desk for your card when you check out books, books on CD, and magazines.

One “punch” for each item.

Last day to turn in your cards is 7/28/2017, with a drawing to follow.

No sign up, no permission slips, no hassle, just Design Your Own! Library Bingo Designed for adults, the library BINGO cards are just like regular Bingo. You will fill in lines across, down, or diagonally.

Completed cards will be put in a drawing for local restaurant gift certificates, which will be awarded over the summer.

Books used for the Adult

Library Book Clubs The In-BeTween Book Club will meet on Tuesday, June 20, at 1:30 p.m. at the Library to discuss Brother From a Box by Evan Kuhlman.

The Afternoon Book Club meets Wednesday, June 21, at 1 p.m. to discuss Sum It Up by Pat Summitt.

The 2nd Wednesday Book Club (2WBC) meets Wednesday, July 12, at noon at the Library to discuss All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr .

Knit and Crochet Club A friendly and dedicated group meets every Monday evening, 6 p.m. and Tuesday afternoon, 1 p.m. at the Library. These crafty people share their time and energy with anyone who enjoys the delights of the yarn. Working on projects can come to a complete halt if someone has a question or a good story to share.

If you like a congenial atmosphere to craft and express yourself, be sure to drop in on the Oregon Library’s Knit and Crochet Club.

New Releases Government Gone Wild

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Wednesday, December 6th: ELF, The Musical This fun-filled, family friendly production tells the story of Buddy, a young orphan, who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. This musical is based on the beloved holiday film staring Will Ferrel. Join us for a day of holiday joy at the Circa 21 Dinner Theatre in Rock Island, IL. Cost per person: $85

Taking reservations now; call Jo at 815-864-2111 for more information or reservations.

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Gray named Woman of the Year Noralee Gray Honored as Woman of the Year Noralee Gray was recently selected as the recipient of the 16th annual Woman of the Year Award for 2017 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Polo.

She has been active in the parish for six decades.

Each year in May the parishioners of the church vote to select a Woman of the Year.

The winner is chosen based on her contribution of time and talent to the parish as well as to the community.

Past recipients have included special women who have been active in parish organizations and have

helped in parish activities.

Many have also been involved in helping with various Polo community projects.

The St. Mary’s Women of the Year are usually honored at the Mother-Daughter Breakfast in May. However, because of scheduling conflicts, this year’s Woman of the Year for 2017 was honored at the Altar & Rosary Society Luncheon at White Pines on Monday, June 5.

Gray and her husband Bill of 55 years were married at St. Mary’s in Polo. She is the mother of two sons, Rob and Scott, the grandmother of four and the great-

grandmother of three.

Over the years, Gray has been a devoted and faithful member of the St. Mary’s parish family and the Polo community.

She has served as secretary for the Parish Council, and was very active in the Altar & Rosary Society, serving as both president and secretary.

She has been the chairman of the parish Funeral Committee Dinners and chairman of the Father-Son breakfast.

Gray organized Operation Christmas Child and currently serves as cochairman of the annual Chinese Auction. Between other things, she maintained

the robes of the altar servers.

She has also been active in the Polo community.

After graduating from Polo Community High School she worked at the Polo National Bank, served as Polo City Clerk, and worked at Polo Co-op until retiring.

Gray has been a volunteer at Second Hand Rose, Polo’s resale shop.

Over the years she was a very active member of the Polo Jay-C-ettes, the VIPs and presently volunteers at Centennial School in Polo.

One of her most recent activities was getting St. Mary’s Parish in Polo involved in a “Treats for Troops” program.

Noralee Gray, left, is presented with the annual St. Mary’s Parish Woman of the Year Award by Betty Bleistein at the Altar & Rosary Society luncheon on June 5 at White Pines. Bleistein was named St. Mary’s Parish Woman of the Year 2015. Photo supplied

A wide range of appropriate items were donated by members of the

parish in March of 2017.

These items were then sent to our troops overseas.

Nelson named outstanding executive by ALDE Beth Nelson Chase, Mt. Morris, was recently honored

by ALDE, the International Association of Lutheran Development Executives.

Chase, the executive director of Bright Stars of Bethlehem, received ALDE’s 2017 Outstanding Executive Award during the IGNITE:

Norfolk 2017 conference held in Norfolk, Virginia, last February.

The award honors a CEO, executive director, or president who serves the church through deed and example.

The award winner’s attributes are visionary leadership, effectiveness in

management and fundraising, inspirational leadership of staff and volunteers, boldness in proclaiming the importance of Christian stewardship through public discourse and commitment to the mission of the church beyond the sphere of his or her organization.

“Beth is a true example of

Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Laura J. Cook issued the following marriage licenses.

June 2 Keith M. Hurst and Rosanne M. Donegan, both of Byron.

Wesley A. Mathieu and Michelle J. Militello, both of Rockford.

Matthew D. Heng, Oregon, We would like to Thank everyone for the memorial gifts, flowers, visits, cards and phone calls since our recent loss of Kenny.

A huge Thank You to Parkview Home for the excellent care, love, and support during his illness and his passing.

A special Thank You to Pastor Jerry Martz for his support and the comforting funeral service, and Julie McGuire for the beautiful music.

Thank You also to Christie and staff at Polo Family Funeral Home for going above and beyond during a most difficult time in our lives.

Your kindness will never be forgotten.

Sincerely, The Family of Kenneth R. Miller

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and Krista M. Beach, Ashton.

June 5 Justin A. Berry and Rachel A. Fedie, both of Davis Junction.

June 7 Chad S. Folowell and Kimberly G. Mammen, both of Rochelle.

Rockford University Several area students earned academic honors for the spring semester at Rockford University, Rockford.

Named distinguished scholars for earning at least a 3.75 grade point average with no grades below C and having completed all requirements for the semester are Anna Nicholson, Stillman Valley, Tiffany Izer, Mt. Morris, Lauren Edwards, Davis Junction, Michelle Wittwer, Monroe Center, and Elizabeth Roberson, Oregon.

Named to the dean’s list for earning at least a 3.5 GPA with no grades below C and having completed all requirements for the semester are Jordan Watson, Spencer

Sebastian J. Gomez and Madelynn M. Hiltz, both of Rochelle.

June 8 Peter J. Wolfe and Rebecca A. Braski, both of Rochelle.

Ryan E. Holmquist and Melissa J. Davis, both of Sterling.

Lentz, Mallorie Getzelman, and Brogan Seiler, all of Byron, Elise Warner and Hailie Cook, both of Stillman Valley; Tonetta Lund, Oregon; and Nicholas Seeley, Mt. Morris.

Bradley University Three area students were named to the spring dean’s list at Bradley University, Peoria.

To be eligible for the dean’s list a student must achieve a minimum 3.5 grade point average for the semester on a 4.0 scale.

Earning academic honors were Kristin R. Drew, Mt. Morris; and Naeva E. Groenewold and Kaleb Reining, both of Forreston.

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all these qualities and more,” a press release from ALDE said. “She has served in both large and small organizations, developing plans that build toward the future. She currently works to ensure that Christianity in the Holy Land, specifically on the West Bank, not only survives, but thrives.”

Chase has served in Wheat Ridge Ministries, Wartburg Seminary, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, and Lutheran Life Communities, among others.

As the prime leader of Bright Stars of Bethlehem, she has established an effective and growing network of area representatives nationwide that is bringing the message of Bright Stars to thousands

of people each year, the press release said.

Chase has grown the base for financial support and is training and equipping other new staff and volunteers in the ministry.

She has developed a strong support structure through personal contacts and a highly effective communications system including webbased programs, emails, and newsletters.

According to the press release, “She equips and manages full and parttime staff and volunteers in an effective way, always supporting and affirming these committed people in tasks that need to be accomplished.”

Chase also serves on various

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boards, such as Lutheran Music Program, with local community and church organizations, and was ALDE president from 2013-15.

She and her husband John are members of St. James Lutheran Church, rural Forreston.

College News graduated from Elmhurst College, Elmhurst, at its 146th commencement on May 27.

He earned a bachelor of arts degree.

Sydney Johnson Sydney Johnson, Davis Junction, has been named to the spring dean’s list at Central Methodist University, Fayette, Missouri.

This academic achievement is awarded only to students who maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.50 or above for the semester, among other criteria.

WIU Several area students were among those named to the spring dean’s list at Western Illinois University’s Macomb and Quad Citiies campuses.

To receive this award, an undergraduate student must earn at least a 3.6 grade point average on a scale of 4.0, which equals an A in a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded courses; pass-fail

hours are not counted (e.g., student teaching, internships).

Earning academic honors were Payton M. Abbott, Michelle E. Hughes, Jade M. Kobs, and Jared R. Laxner, all of Byron; Allison D. Anderson, Davis Junction; Kali P. Janicke and Josie R. Pasch, both of Forreston; Amanda LaPage and Kelsey A. Pudlas, both of Mt. Morris; and Sean Tompkins, Oregon.

HCC Several area students were named to the dean’s list for the spring semester at Highland Community College, Freeport.

Students who have completed 12 credit hours or more during the semester and have a minimum of a 3.25 grade point average, based on a 4.0 scale, are included on the dean’s list.

Those earning Highest Honors with a perfect 4.0 GPA are Whitney A. Felker and Francesca S. Rzasa, both of Byron; Heidi C. Duitsman,

Shana L. Pritchard, Jaclyn B. Runkle, Lindsey M. Wardlow, and Courtney L. Wolf, all of Forreston; Rebecca L. Molander, Leaf River; and Christine A. Krumm, Oregon.

Those earning High Honors with a 3.50 to 3.99 GPA are Caitlin J. Castle, Baileyville; Michael J. Heizler, Celena M. Josephitis, Samantha L. Krenc, Ryan R. Lee, Christian M. Pacheco, Erin E. Welch, and Stephanie M. Wilken all of Forreston; Bryce J. Flick, Leaf River; Allyson M. Bartling, Mt. Morris; and Crystal M. Schwartz, Stillman Valley.

Those earning Honors with a GPA between 3.25 and 3.49 are Tiffany J. Letcher and Cassidy A. Mahan, Forreston; Brian G. Dillard, German Valley; Alec S. Beach, Kings; Emily M. Edler, Nolan C. Edler, and Kyle M. Hemmersbach, all of Leaf River; Blake L. Wetzel, Lindenwood; and Elaine C. Schmidt, Oregon.

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Date

Time

Location / School Benefiting

Call for appt.

June 12

2 – 5 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Warren – 606 Tisdell Avenue, Warren – Warren

815-745-2644

June 14

1 – 4 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Pecatonica – 1301 S. Main Street, Pecatonica – Pecatonica

815-239-1400

June 15

2 – 5 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Lanark – 602 W. Olympic Drive, Lanark – Eastland

815-493-6341

June 20

1 – 3:30 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Orangeville – 101 Main Street, Orangeville – Orangeville

815-789-3100

June 21

1 – 5 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Forreston – 803 First Avenue, Forreston – Forreston

815-938-3130

June 27

5 – 7 pm

Tri-County Christian School – 2900 W. Loras Drive, Freeport – Tri-County Christian

No appt. needed

July 12

1 – 5 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Forreston – 803 First Avenue, Forreston – Forreston

815-938-3130

July 13

2 – 5 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Stockton – 725 N. Pearl Street, Stockton – Stockton

815-947-3211

July 17

4 – 6 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Lena – 160 W. Main Street, Lena – Le-Win

815-369-3300

July 19

3 – 6 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Warren – 606 Tisdell Avenue, Warren – Warren

815-745-2644

July 25

5:30 – 7 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Burchard Hills – 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport – Freeport

No appt. needed

July 28

11 am – 3 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Pecatonica – 1301 S. Main Street, Pecatonica – Pecatonica

815-239-1400

August 3

2 – 5 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Stockton – 725 N. Pearl Street, Stockton – Stockton

815-947-3211

August 8

5:30 – 7 pm

FHN Family Healthcare Center Burchard Hills – 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport – Freeport

No appt. needed

Cost is $20. FHN donates the entire cost of each physical done to the school affiliated with that clinic.

Exam meets Illinois or Wisconsin eligibility requirements for all sports. Sports Physical Form must be completed and signed by parent before exam. If parent does not accompany student, he or she must bring a Consent for Medical Care Form signed by a parent or guardian. All forms are available at area schools and online at www.fhn.org.

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.

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Gary Branam www. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study 4th Sunday Each Month 1:30 p.m. Nursing Home Service at Presence St. Joseph BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship Monday, July10-Friday, July 14—5:30-7:45 p.m.

Vacation Bible School.

For more information or to register call 815-235-1201 or visit Facebook.com/ BaileyvilleReformedChurch.

BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon 815-864-2581 Traditional Worship 9 a.m.

Education Hour 10 a.m.

Contemporary Worship 11 a.m.

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

Worship 10:30 a.m.

17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m.

Adult Sunday School 10 a.m.

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“Grandkids Class” Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after our Praise & Blended Worship Time.

Bible-Based Passion for God Compassion for People Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITE PINES CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Pastor Chris Bradshaw Sundays at 10 a.m.

815-837-5255 polo@crossroadscn.com We offer contemporary worship and relevant Bible teaching through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our cafe for coffee, snacks & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade)- Sundays at 6 p.m.

Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt Phone 815-734-4853 Worship 9:30 a.m.

Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:45 a.m.

EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104 8:30 a.m. Fellowship 8:50 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Church 10:30 a.m.

at http://www.efcmm. org to check out our latest opportunities and updates 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 10 a.m. Sunday School FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith Handicapped Accessible 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Karen Hundrieser 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 PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 815-732-2894 EBENEZER REFORMED www.fpcoregon.com CHURCH Handicapped Accessible 2997 N. German Church Rd. Worship 10:30 a.m.

CHANA UNITED Two miles east of Oregon Holy Communion is served METHODIST CHURCH on Ill. 64, two miles north on the first Sunday of each 606 Main St., Chana 61015 German Church Road month.

Pastor Chan Ik Choi Pastor John Wisdom 815-732-7683 Church Office FIRST UNITED chanaumc@gmail.com Phone: 815-732-6313 METHODIST CHURCH Adult & Children’s 9 a.m. Sunday School 402 First Ave., Forreston Education 9 a.m.

10 a.m. Sunday Worship Pastor David Poust Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Women & Men’s Bible 815-938-2380 Holy Communion Study, Kids Club Thursday, June 15—8 a.m.

Celebrated the First Sunday of www.ebenezer reformed. AA Meeting Each Month com Sunday, June 18—9 a.m.

Worship CHRIST OUR SAVIOR EMMANUEL Monday, June 19—8 a.m.

LUTHERAN CHURCH EVANGELICAL AA Open Meeting;9:30 a.m.

2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon LUTHERAN CHURCH Coffee at The Depot 815-284-4554 764 N. Stillman Road, Wednesday, June 21—6:30 Pastor David Andermann Oregon p.m. Bible Study on Isaiah 815-632-6767 (Payne’s Point) 9 a.m. Worship Service Pastor Andrew Kayes FLORENCE UNITED 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Office: 815-732-2424 METHODIST CHURCH Thursday, June 15—10 a.m.

Worship Service 9 a.m.

2649 W. Florence Rd., Bible Class Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Freeport Sunday, June 18—9 a.m.

Pastor Kathleen Worship with Communion EVANGELICAL FREE Brinkmeier Monday, June 19— CHURCH Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Newsletter Deadline OF MT. MORRIS Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday, June 20—12:15 102 S. Seminary St. p.m. ALIVE Mt. Morris FORRESTON GROVE Thursday, June 22—10 a.m.

Senior Pastor CHURCH Bible Class Bruce McKanna 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Thursday, June 22-Sunday, 815-734-4942 Forreston June 25—LWML National Thursday, June 15—1 p.m.

Presbyterian Church in Convention in Albuquerque, Ladies Bible Study America N.M. Friday, June 16—Food Pastor Drew Jones Pantry Volunteers 815-938-3605 OPEN BIBLE Saturday, June 17—7 a.m. www.forrestongrovechurch.

302 S. Franklin St., Polo Men’s Accountability Group com Luke Schier, Pastor Sunday, June 18—8:30 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 815-946-2848 a.m. Sunday School; 9:15 a.m.

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

InnerMission; 10 a.m. Worship Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.

We include children in our Service Pioneer Club; 7:45 p.m. Choir Sunday Worship experience Log onto our website FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH 501 Third Ave. 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School The deadline is 3 p.m. on Fridays for information for

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the Church News to be turned in at our office at 113 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon. The deadline is 9 a.m. on Fridays for church news left in the drop boxes in Forreston & Polo.

Items can also be emailed to vwells@oglecountynews. com. For more information call Vinde Wells at 815732-6166 ext. 5903.

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for all ages following worship service Welcome Center is at 111 S. 4th St., Oregon

each class to issues and topics related to the particular needs and interests of each group.

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

CHURCH Each Wednesday at 6:30 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. p.m. a class titled “Basics for German Valley Believers” will meet at the Pastor Jake Ritzema church. All are welcome.

815-362-6601 The local Weight Watchers Sunday School for All Ages group meets Wednesday at the 9 a.m. church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for Worship Service 10 a.m. weigh-in, followed by their meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m.

GERMAN VALLEY June’s Bible Books of UNITED METHODIST the Month are Daniel and CHURCH Revelation.

Church and Main Streets Don Plock, Pastor OREGON UNITED 8:30 a.m. Worship Service METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon LEAF RIVER Pastor Thomas E. Kim BAPTIST CHURCH 815-732-2994 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., oregonumc@outlook.com Leaf River Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

Pastor Randy Newton Followed by Fellowship and 815-738-2205 All-Age Sunday School Email leafriverbc@gmail.

Thursday, June 15—7:30 com p.m. Agape Team Practice Sunday Praise and Worship Saturday, June 17—5:30 Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery p.m. Agape Worship Service provided) Sunday, June 18—9 a.m.

Sunday School 11 a.m.

Worship Service; 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer/Bible Fellowship Studies 6 p.m.

Tuesday, June 20—10 a.m.

Prayer Chain 738-2205 Staff Meeting Wednesday—Various Wednesday, June 21—6:30 Activities 6:30-8:30 p.m. a.m. Men’s Bible Study

LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor David Poust Sunday, June 18—10:30 a.m. Worship & Children’s Church LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Chan Ik Choi Handicapped Accessible Worship Service 9 a.m.

Sunday School 10 a.m.

Age Three through Sixth Grade.

Everyone is Welcome

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN Congress Ave. & Webster St. (The church is handicapped accessible) Pastor Leslie Lake 9 a.m. Family Worship 10 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:30 a.m. Sunday School PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Fellowship

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 REVIVE COMMUNITY Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon CHURCH Thursday, June 15—4:30-7 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris p.m. Food Pantry Open Email: pastor@revivemtm.

Friday, June 16—9 a.m. com Women’s Fellowship Southern Baptist Saturday, June 17—8 a.m.

Saturday Night Service Men’s Fellowship Breakfast; 5:30 p.m.

4-7 p.m. Living Hope Church Sunday, June 18—8:15 RIVERSTONE a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 CHRISTIAN CHURCH a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m.

609 S. 10th St., Oregon Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday Craig Arnold, Pastor School 812-236-1213 Tuesday, June 20—8:45 a.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Bible Study; Quilting ST. BRIDE’S NORTH GROVE EPISCOPAL CHURCH EVANGELICAL 1000 Ill. 64 West CHURCH Oregon 10384 W. Coffman Rd., Pastor Barbara Seward Forreston 815-732-7211 Pastor Tim Hotchkiss www.saintbrides.org Church: 815-938-2194 Email:saint.bride.

Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 church@gmail.com Sunday School 9 a.m.

Services Worship Service 10:05 a.m.

Sunday-Holy Communion-8 Tuesday & Saturday and 10 a.m.

9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Classes Thrift Shop Open at New Life Children’s Sunday School & Community Center Adult Bible Study Available St. Bride’s follows OREGON traditional Anglican-Episcopal CHURCH OF GOD church practices; is biblically 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. based and both family and Pastor Michael Hoffman individual oriented. Visitors 815-732-6847 are always welcomed.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

ST. JAMES You and your family are LUTHERAN CHURCH invited to join us for worship West Grove Road at on Sunday, June 18 at 10:30 Columbine Rd. a.m.

Pastor Steve Erickson Guest speaker Jay Smith Sunday, June 18—9 a.m. will give the morning message Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 titled “A Father’s Wisdom.” a.m. Divine Worship with Greeting you will be Aaron Communion; 10:45 a.m. and Ione Wells.

Congregational Bible Study; During morning worship an 5 p.m. Congregational Bible FREEDOM LUTHERAN exceptionally fine Children’s Study at Krape Park, Freeport CHURCH, ELCA Pastor Kathy Burkheimer Church is offered for children 3 years old through Grade 5.

ST. MARK’S 815-222-7270 Sunday School begins at LUTHERAN CHURCH Sunday Morning Worship 201 N. Division Ave., Polo at 9 a.m. at First Presbyterian 9:30 a.m. and includes classes Pastor Terrie Wilder Church, 200 S. 5th St., Oregon for adults, young adults, teens, children and infants.

815-946-2919 GIFT—Growing In Faith Special attention is given in Sunday Together-Christian education

Worship 9 a.m.

Social Time 10 a.m.

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 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.

SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199 9:30 a.m. Sabbath School 11 a.m. Worship Service TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Email: trinitymm@frontier. com Website: www.trinitymm.net Thursday, June 15—11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Summer Lunch Program, Inside If Raining Friday, June 16—8 a.m.

Bulletin & Fellowship Saturday, June 17—5:30 p.m. Worship Sunday, June 18—9:30 a.m.

Worship Service, Fellowship Following Tuesday, June 20—11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Summer Lunch Program on Church Lawn, Inside If Raining Wednesday, June 21—6:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise Group; 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Summer Lunch Program on Church Lawn, Inside If Raining Thursday, June 22—11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Summer Lunch Program, on Church Lawn, Inside If Raining 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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Forest preserve to host summer concert series

Learn about John Deere & Jam in June 4th Annual June Jam Music Festival in Grand Detour June 25

On Sunday, June 25, the John Deere Historic Site will host the 4thannual June Jam Music Festival.

The event offers an opportunity for local musicians to perform on stage. Bluegrass, country, folk and light rock musicians are welcome to perform for the crowd.

This year’s event will also feature a variety of crafters demonstrating and selling their wares. Basketweavers, broom and candle makers, quilters, lace makers and other crafters will be on site throughout the day.

Musicians interested in performing should contact Ron Colson at 815-9730942 with questions, or should simply show up ready to jam. Performances begin at 10 a.m. and run through 4 p.m. “The June Jam is a great opportunity to hear an eclectic group of local musicians while being

surrounded by the beautiful grounds of the John Deere Historic Site,� said Kristen Veto, manager for the John Deere Historic Site. “In addition to enjoying a relaxing day of listening to music, guests can also experience all the site has to offer including demonstrations by our blacksmith and guided tours of John Deere’s home.�

Admission to the event is free. Picnic lunches are encouraged.

Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the grounds of the John Deere Historic Site.

The John Deere Historic Site is a free attraction and is open seasonally, March through December.

Located in Grand Detour, the site is the original Illinois homestead of John Deere and is the location where he built his first “self-scouring� steel plow.

For more information about the June Jam music festival or the John Deere Historic Site, visit www.

VisitJohnDeere.com, call 815-652-4551, or email JohnDeereHistoricSite@ JohnDeere.com.

Events & Entertainment

A program about John Deere will be held June 17 at the Byron Forest Preserve. Photo supplied

Lecture in Byron June 17 The Byron Forest Preserve will host Meet John Deere: A Discussion of the History & Future of Agriculture on Saturday, June 17 at 1 p.m.

The Jarrett Prairie Center Museum will host a special living history portrayal of John Deere by actor and historian Brian Fox Ellis.

At a private board meeting and celebration of John Deere & Company, the founder of the company is retiring and handing the plow to his son Charles. John Deere reflects on the history of his self-scouring plows, shares some of his personal struggles, and then turns to the future and the great changes in agriculture that he foresees in the vision of his son who transforms

the company and the future of farming. As John Deere, historian and author, Ellis, covers 100 years of agricultural history and then leads a discussion on the future of farming. Raising issues like the pros and cons of agriculture versus agribusiness, the role of technology and mechanization, the small family farm, centennial farms, and community service agriculture, this program promises to engage the audience in a complex conversation on how to continue to feed the world. No advance registration is required for this special program. Call the Byron Forest Preserve District at 815 234-8535 ext. 200 for more details or visit their website at www. byronforestpreserve.com.Â

The Byron Forest Preserve will host the 2017 Summer Concert Series on Sunday evenings in June and July starting at 7 p.m. at the Heritage Farm Museum stage.  Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy these free summer concerts under the old bur oak trees near the Heritage Farm Museum, 8059 N. River Rd., Byron. Call 815-234-8525 for more information. The Byron Summer Concert Series is sponsored

by Byron Bank.

The schedule is as follows: Sunday, June 18: Dan Hagemann – Enjoy local, now Nashville-based singer and songwriter Dan

Hagemann, Sunday, June 25: Patchouli – Nationally touring, award winning songwriter Julie Patchouli and master guitarist Bruce Hecksel light up the air with their sparkling acoustic sounds and rich harmonies. Their unique “new American folk music� is a blend of elements of folk, pop, flamenco and jazz, Sunday, July 16: Jim Kanas – Playing an assortment of instruments related to American music, Jim provides music for the whole family, Sunday, July 30: Bluegrass Reunion Band – Rockford’s band for contemporary and traditional bluegrass music.

Barn quilt workshop Country Crossroads Quilt Guild in Forreston will hold a Barn Quilt Workshop on Monday, June 19 taught by Karen Hilliard, Davis Junction.

The workshop will begin at 9:30 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m. at Forreston Grove Church,7246 Freeport Rd., west of Forreston, The evening program will begin at 7 p.m. with Hilliard giving a presentation “All About Barn Quilts.â€?Â

Guild meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at the church, with quilt demo warm-ups and ample time to meet and greet members before the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Visitors are charged a fee of $5 at the door.

For more information contact Barb Gaertner by phone at 815-297-2700 or email at gaertnerbarb@gmail. com.Â

on 34th Street is a big brassy Broadway musical with heart.

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade needs a new Santa.

Enter Kris Kringle—a sweet and jolly old man who claims that he is the real Santa Claus.

Thus begins this funny, warm, tuneful, and inspirational musical as Kris has to prove his claim in court and teach his cynical neighbor and her daughter to believe in the goodness and love hat is Christmas.

Written by Meredith Wilson, the creator of THE MUSIC MAN, this is an unforgettable musical version of a classic Christmas tale.

Join us for seating in the first, second and third rows!

Cost: Â $95/members; $100/non-Members (includes round trip transportation, show, meal, tax and gratuity): Reservation/payment deadline: Sept. 15 Seating is limited. Make your reservations early as our shows may sell out quickly. Â Â Â

Tuesday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. at Rock River Center.

For more information, call Patti Kilmer at 815-2342511 or 815-298-7004.

Low Vision Group This is a group for those who have low vision, any form of vision loss, AMD or to caregivers of those with vision loss. Low Vision Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 12 p.m. at Rock River Center.

Diabetic Support Group This very informative group meets the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Rock River Center. Marilyn Csernus from the University of Illinois Extension Office facilitates this group by offering support, encouragement and the sharing of experiences when living with diabetes.

Join Marilyn for a different topic each month and enjoy her recipes as well.

Cancer Support Group “Facing the Challenge� is a support group that provides a safe, accepting environment for patients currently going through treatment, survivors, caregivers and loved ones to talk openly about the challenges a cancer diagnosis brings. ANYONE who has been affected by cancer is invited to attend!

Rock River Center and Home of Hope are partnering to offer information to this group. The group meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 3-4 p.m. at Rock River Center.

Rock River Center What’s “Happening� at Rock River Center?

(All ages are welcome to participate in programming) 4th of July Safety Presented by Oregon Fire Protection District Some of us go to a fireworks display on the 4th of July, while others like to see them at home. Your safety is important to us. So we have invited Chief Michael Knoup, from the Oregon Fire Protection District to Rock River Center.

Chief Knoup will be speaking on Wednesday, June 21, from 10 – 11 a.m. He will educate us on firework safety, what can happen when they are used carelessly or incorrectly. A question and answer period will follow.

Contact the RRC office at 815-732-3252 if you plan on attending. Refreshments will be served.

New Adult Coloring

Book Class Begins in June Our New Adult Coloring Book Class (led by Vivian Dalberg) will be held at Rock River Center on the fourth Wednesday of every month.

The first class will be June 28 from noon until 1 p.m.

Some materials will be provided at the first class.

Washable crayons, pencils and markers will be used.

Bring extra supplies you currently have to class.

Materials needed for future classes will be discussed at the first meeting.

Coloring used to be reserved for children and the occasional adult who got to babysit them, but recently, the activity has found a different demographic.

What started as a niche hobby has now turned into an international trend.

Adult coloring books find themselves on more and more bestsellers’ lists.

While this trend may be a fun way to pass the time,

it’s the books’ therapeutic properties that really have them flying off shelves. Art therapy is helpful among people dealing with a variety of conditions such as cancer, depression, dementia, anxiety, and PTSD. This is a free class open to all ages. The first class size is limited. Please call 815732-3252 to find out about this new class.

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs at Rock River Center Jessica A. Parker, Veteran and Veterans’ Service Officer is available at Rock River Center the second and fourth Monday of every month, from 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on a first come, first served basis.

Jessica is a Veteran who transitioned into her current role as a Veterans’ Service Officer. She voluntarily comes to Oregon to serve Veteran’s of all ages, and assist them with applications and other benefits available to them.

This is a free service. If you have any questions, call Rock River Center at 815732-3252.

Upcoming Daytrips Through Rock River Center ROCK OF AGES; Aug. 30

Drury Lane Playhouse; Oakbrook We can’t fight this feelin’ anymore! Rock back to a time of big egos, big guitar solos, and even bigger hair with Rock of Agesthis fall.

Nominated for five Tony Awards, Rock of Ages features a mix of 28 classis 80’s hits

by Bon Jovi, Journey, Styx and more including “Don’t Stop Believin’, “We Built This City, and “The Final Countdown�.

Rock of Ages follows aspiring rockstar Drew and his sweetheart, Sherri as they fight to save Hollywood’s Sunset Strip. Don’t miss a musical so awesome, you’ll want to rock out again! *Recommended for ages 13+.There are some mild adult themes.

Cost:Â $90/members, $95/ non-members (includes round trip transportation, show, lunch, tax and gratuity) Reservation/payment/ lunch choice deadline: July 19 Transportation is subsidized by Stillman Bank.

Seating is limited. Make your reservations early as shows may sell out quickly.

Miracle on 34th Street: Nov. 2 Fireside Theatre, Ft. Atkinson, Wisconsin Based on the beloved Christmas movie, Miracle

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Support Groups Offered at RRC Caregiver Support Group We are pleased to announce that a Caregiver Support Group has been formed at Rock River Center.

Patti Kilmer, MSW from Neighbors Rehabilitation Center, leads the support group. We welcome those new to caregiving, those who anticipate caregiving, and those for whom caregiving is already a way of life. You will find information, resources, encouragement and answers to difficult questions. Our meetings are held on the first

To confirm meeting schedules, please call Rock River Center at 815-7323252.

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Bridge near DJ will be painted Weather permitting, construction work on Ill. 72 west of Davis Junction was slated to begin on June 12 with an estimated completion date of Friday, June 23.

According to a press release from the Illinois Department of Transportation, Eagle Painting and Maintenance are starting the $78,382 contract to paint the bridge carrying Ill. 72 over the Dakota, Minnesota and Eastern Railroad.

Traffic control will utilize day time lane closures with flaggers, and both lanes will be open at night.

Drivers should be prepared to stop for the flaggers and should expect short delays.

Slow down and use extreme caution while driving through all work zones.

For IDOT District 2 updates on Twitter, follow them at twitter.com/ IDOTDistrict2.

Girls Night out is June 23 in Oregon The Serenity Shed will host another Girls Night Out on Friday, June 23 at 6 p.m.

This month the project is a painted glass block which lights up.

Resident artist Sandy will have templates participants

may trace or use their own ideas to create a lit-up stone.

The cost is $30 which includes all supplies, appetizers, wine, and coffee.

All proceeds support Serenity Hospice and Home.

Register at 815-732-2499.

A painted glass block is the project at Girls Night Out on June 23. Photo supplied

Derrick and April Price, Rochelle, and their three children break ground June 11 with the help of Rochelle Mayor Chet Olson for their new home, being built by Habitat of Humanity of Ogle County in Rochelle. Photo supplied

Volunteers needed to build home Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County is gearing up for the next step in building a new home in Rochelle for Derrick and April Price and their three children.

A groundbreaking ceremony was held on June 11 at the property located at 924 W. Eighth Ave., Rochelle.

An HFHOC affiliate is currently looking for volunteers to join on the build alongside the Price family and Habitat board members.

Executive director Vanessa White-Broome and board member

Gail Tuttle will be on hand to answer questions on work days at the site, which are slated to be on Saturdays.

Weather permitting, by the end of June the demolition, excavation, and basement cement work should be done on this property.

Additional volunteers are needed for several projects after that.

Volunteers may choose to help with various aspects of the build, furnish breakfast and coffee or lunch, or serve refreshments and drinks on

the building site.

Anyone who would like to assemble a group of friends, church members, or co-workers to assist in this build is asked to call White-Broome at 815440-6598 or Tuttle at 815-494-2114.

Individuals are also needed to tape and mud the drywall in this home when that stage of construction is reached.

Skilled workers, who are willing to work with volunteers and lead a crew, are also needed for several other aspects of the build.

Sand Ridge will be improved by using two grants Sand Ridge on South Daysville Road near Oregon recently receive two grants from the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation.

The prairie preserve will soon have several major improvements thanks to one grant.

A new sign will greet visitors at the entry; an upgraded parking lot will provide convenience; facilities for seating, picnicking and shading will provide comfort.

In addition, the ICECF will support programing at the site.

At this time, a presentation on the ecology and

importance of Sand Ridge is planned. Light refreshments will be provided. The date will be announced.

“The Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County, owner of Sand Ridge, is fortunate to have been awarded the grant for amenities and is grateful to the ICECF for their support,” said Sonia Vogl, PPSOC member.

The other grant is the second awarded to PPSOC for stewardship at Sand Ridge, which it purchased more than seven years ago.

This grant will support activities to help the native ecosystem, including restoring a degraded

deciduous woods to oak savannah, and flora and fauna surveys in addition to extending the work done with the first grant.

Impressive stewardship work was accomplished with the funds from the first grant, including removal of invasive weeds and overgrown conifers, conducting prescribed burns, and collecting and dispersing seeds in sites to re-establish the native ecosystem.

Work will be done by volunteers, including PPSOC members and those in the general public who are interested in helping.

Anyone who wants to

Members of the Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County look over the Sand Ridge Prairie on South Daysville Road. Photo supplied

help should contact PPSOC at 815-238-2683, 815-7327332, russboutdoors@ yahoo.com or sonia.vogl@ gmail.com.

PPSOC will also conduct

wildflower walks to acquaint people with the beauty and wonder of this natural jewel, which has been considered the finest sand prairie in northern Illinois.

In order to qualify for matching grant funds, PPSOC is required to raise money through donations.

PPSOC is a non-profit 501©(3) organization.

representatives and let them know that these proposed budget cuts are unacceptable if not immoral.

A truly great nation is one who gives the greatest care and consideration to those who are most vulnerable.

Thank you, Kathy Wragg Director Polo Lifeline Food Pantry

Since the jail’s new location is already set in stone, continuing to focus our attention on this seems a but unnecessary.

The updated jail with a functional sally port will enhance the safety not only of our community and citizens, but also the sheriff’s deputies and inmates that occupy this facility.

In addition, the new jail, which I support completely, will soon become beneficial for our community.

Safety has always been a primary concern in Oregon, so lets’ continue to make it a priority.

Sincerely, Chris Corcoran Mt. Morris

Public Voice Concerned with federal budget

Dear Editor, As the director of the Polo Lifeline Food Pantry I am provided data on a regular basis that concerns hunger and funding statistics through Northern Illinois Foodbank and the Feed America Federal Program.

I am deeply concerned with the proposed federal budget for Fiscal Year 2018.

The following cuts are being proposed and is under consideration by our congressional representatives: • SNAP: $193 billion in cuts to SNAP, resulting in at least 45 billion meals taken away over 10 years.

The proposals would reduce eligibility and benefits and shift significant costs to states.

• TEFAP: A $27 million decrease from FY 2017 – this reflects a loss of 33 million meals.

The budget sustains $289 million for TEFAP

mandatory commodity purchases.

Additionally there is a proposed $5 million decrease $54 million for TEFAP Storage and Distribution funds, which is a $5 million decrease from FY 2017.

• Reduction to the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit by $40.4 billion over 10 years. · The budget proposed to eliminate the following programs: WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program, School Meal Equipment Grants, LIHEAP, CDBG, CSBG, Emergency Food and Shelter Program, AmeriCorps.

We are working with Feeding America and our fellow food banks to engage in conversations with our elected officials and communities and ask that you add your voice and advocate for hunger relief.

Here are two ways to do that: Reach out to your members of Congress and ask them to oppose any budget or spending

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legislation that would cut or restrict access to federal nutrition programs.

Educate your friends and family about the harm these cuts would cause to our community.

The most recent hunger study for Ogle county revealed these statistics: • 11.4 percent or 5,856 residents living in poverty • 12.6 percent or 6670 residents that are food insecure • 22.7 percent or 2920 children that are food insecure Lee county has similar, slightly higher hunger statistics.

Our food pantry in Polo serves an average of 105 to

110 families per month.

Losing the federal funds for these programs will have a devastating effect on hungry families, especially children and senior citizens who often must chose between food or their medication.

These are already horribly under funded programs, to lose even 1 percent of funds would result in skyrocketing hunger statistics.

These are not abstract numbers about “other people in other places” These are our family, friends and neighbors. This is our community.

I urge everyone who reads this please, please contact your government

Supports new jail location

Dear Editor, Recently the City of Oregon approved a zoning change for the site of the new Ogle County Jail on Sixth Street in Oregon.

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Polo student competed at National Bee May 31 A single letter tripped up an Aplington Middle School sixthgrader May 31 during the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington D.C. Rebekah Zeigler of Polo was asked to spell paramountcy, the noun form of paramount, and dropped the letter “t.”

She earned the spot in the third round after spelling buckminsterfullerene – a spherical molecule also called a bucky-ball – during the second round earlier in the competition.

This was Rebekah’s third trip to the National Spelling Bee. Oregon Park Board President Steve Pennock is pictured with Torrin Nantz holding her She completed a written test on wren house titled “Adventurous” and Caitlin Prothero holding her sparrow house titled May 30 “Mushroom Paradise.” Not pictured is Taylor Tobler, another first place winner.

Also competing during the Spelling Bee was West Carroll eighth-grader Olivia Charles, of Mount Carroll, who missed her second-round word stephanotis, and a genus of flowering plants, by The Oregon Park District, made with recycled materials, communications swapping the “a” with an “e.” marketing supervisor.

Merlin’s Greenhouse and and are sustainable.

Winners announced for district’s annual Build a Birdhouse contest Flowers and Anderson Feed Co. sponsor a yearly BuildA-Birdhouse Contest.

This year 18 terrific houses entered in the contest.

There are two divisions for entry: Youth and Adult.

The three categories of entry are: Functional houses which meet specific design requirements, are made to withstand the elements and have access for cleaning; decorative houses which can be for use outdoors or decor indoors and participants can let their imaginations run wild with creative decor; and finally green houses, which are environmentally friendly,

This year the youth division, first place winners were Torrin Nantz, with her functional wren house and Taylor Tobler, with her decorative wren house.

In the adult division, the first place winner was Caitlin Prothero with her functional sparrow house.

“The Oregon Park District appreciates all the entries that help us provide homes for birds in the Oregon parks. This community project is a great way for folks to help the Park District and contribute to the beautification of the parks,” said Tina Ketter,

The houses were on display at Nash throughout the month of April and the winners were recognized at the May Oregon Park District Board meeting.

“Thank you to the sponsors Merlin’s Greenhouse and Flowers and Anderson Feed Co. for helping with judging and providing nice prizes for the winners,” Ketter said.

“It’s never too early to start thinking about building a house for the 2018 contest.

Start thinking about your design now, purchase supplies needed and be ready for a fun winter project.”

Aplington sixth-grader Rebekah Zeigler, uses the back of her name card to write and visualize the spelling of her round 3 word buckminsterfullerene during the Scripps National Spelling Bee on May 31. Photo supplied by Scripps National Spelling Bee

Oregon Lions Club to hold car show and breakfast on June 18 Event to be held at Oregon Park East The Oregon Lions Club will hold a Father’s Day Car Show and Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, June 18.

The car show will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Oregon Park East.

Registration is from 7:30

to 11 a.m., and trophies will be presented at 2 p.m.

Entertainment will be provided by 3-D Sound, and a 50/50 drawing will be held.

KZ Studios will take car photos.

Tours of the historic Chana School will also be offered.

Breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 11 a.m. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, coffee, or juice.

The Lions will also serve

lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu includes pork chops, brats, soda, and water.

For more information about the show contact Rob Arneson at 815-751-5857 or rarneson@frontier.com or Doug Aken at 815-440-3581 or dgaken1@frontier.com.

Proceeds from the event will go to various charitable causes, especially to assist those with hearing or vision difficulty.

OHS Second Semester Honor Roll High Honors Seniors: Teddy Beauchem, Jacob Cox, Taylor Egan, Dylan Geesey, Meghan Groenhagen, Kelsey Handschuh, Connor Hopkins, Kaden Humphrey, Allison Hunt, Allyse Ketter, Aaron Locher, Stefan Majewski, Chance Merrill, Abigail Mongan, Sarah Murray, Johnathan Prose, Ellen Reckamp, Haylie Rorbeck, Kayla Sarantakos, Abigail Scheidecker, Alyson

Scheidecker, Alex Sitze, Matthew Slouka, Maria Tranchina, Hailey White Juniors: Kaylee Benton, Kyle Cermak, Gylian Finch, Meredith Gelander, Halley Holm, Clayton Metheny, Bailey Montavon, Jared Pottorff, Alyssa Theisen, Valeria Viteri-Pflucker, Jordan Wilkins

Blake Donmeyer, Jasmine Herbst, Jake Mennen, Grace Mongan, Bailey Nelson, Katlyn Reber, Abbie Ring, McKenna Sadler, Olivia Stafford, Cristina Tranchina Freshman: Brayden Bradshaw, Tanner Clayton, Josey Fox, Lauren Montavon, Cynthia Nyderek, Joshua Sitze, Elizabeth Villarreal

Sophomores: Katelyn Byerley, Hannah Donaldson,

Honors Seniors: Justin Atteberry,

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Village Bakery Oregon Ribbon Cutting

Skylar Carlson, Amy Cox, Dillon Dixon, Domenica DuPre, Sawyer Foss, Luis Guzman, Jacob Helfrick, Ian Jacoby, Mekenna Johnson, Amanda Judge, Michael Kresheck, Mackenzie McCammon, Shane Mowry, Matthew Myers, Raven Nance-Fletcher, Mayra Nava-Moyotl, Lexi Nelson, Tarah Patterson, Emily Perkins, Amanda Peters, Brandon Ramirez, Cinja Schendel, Bailey Shaffer, Petr Smid, Allison Weber, Daniel John Welle, Lauren Wilson, Austin Wolber, Hannah Wolber, Jakob Ziegler Juniors: Lucus Case, Hope Croegaert, Julie Davis, Elizabeth Egyed, Jaspreet Gill, Alexis Hall, Jessica Hunt, Caitlyn Kaltenbrun, Addison Kitzmiller, Jacob Kwak, Emily Logan, Sarah Palmer, Bianca Ruchti, Melody Stuppy, Kyla Suter, Francesca Venezia, Aleah Wight, Nicholas Zalzalah Sophomores: MyKenzie Beitel, Jessica Brink, Tessa Burger, Diana Clausen, Brigham Finch, Carter Fruin, Brooke Harris, Abigail Hopkins, Isabelle Nelson, Glorie O’Connell, Madalin Russell, Abbey Wisdom,

A Ribbon Cutting was held on Friday, June 2nd, 2017 welcoming “Village Bakery” to the Oregon Chamber and business community.

Attending the Ribbon Cutting were employees of Village Bakery and Ambassadors of Oregon Chamber of Commerce.

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Morgan Miraglia, Lani Morris, Olympia Powell, Brendon Riesselman, Sydne Robinson, Jasmine Tabor, Erika Villarreal, Austin Wilson, Alyssa Winters Sophomores: Jonathan Acosta , Benjamin Anderson, Kyle Anderson, Michael Bower, Jackson Buck, Chase Clark, Haylie Diehl, Makayla Fordyce, Alisha Gilmour, Tyler Grant, Sharon Heather, Dalton Hermes, John Jacoby, Ryan Lazansky, Joel Marquardt, Daysha McLain, Austin Pearson, Austin Strite, Calvin Sullivan Cristina Freshman: Alfano, Nathaniel Artz, Vanessa Bergman, Riley Birnbaum, Megan Buttens, Jacob Christensen, Zachary Crandall, Breanna DeHaan, Isabella Finch, Charles Gatz, Abbi-Dale Grace, Holly Handschuh, Zachary Herring, Sara Herzog, Jillian Higgins, Brandon HydeJones, Olivia Lambrigtsen, David Mazula, Ashley McCormick, Samantha Merrill, Michael Myers, Keshon Reed, Jessica Rowe, Gabrielle Scott, Case Sellers, Matthew Shere, Kaylee Wilkinson, Taylor Wilson, Trey Woolsey, and Jovanni Zava

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Chana School Museum benefit sale bigger than ever

By Connie Stauffer Chana School Foundation Thanks to the many people and businesses the 1883 Chana School Annual Benefit Sale was the biggest and most successful of all sales held to date since the first sale in 1998.

The Oregon Coliseum was packed full on setup day.

Then items had to be turned away for lack of space. The donations were amazing.

It was like two huge sales wrapped into one event.

Donated items were excellent and sold quickly.

By the end of the one and half day sale organizers had more than doubled their estimated target for money raised.

Exhausted but satisfied cleanup and removing the left over items became the final challenge at the Coliseum.

Remaining items were delivered to Angel Treasures, Goodwill, and Leydig to help these not for profit organizations.

The annual benefit was successful, because the local communities and businesses rallied to give their support.

The benefit committee

would like to thank the City of Oregon for the use of the Coliseum for the event.

Another thank you to the Oregon Republican Reporter and the Ogle County Life newspapers for featuring the event, so the area residents could mark their calendars, gather their donations, and attend the function.

A thank you goes out to Sam Ramirez at WSEY-95.7CoolFM and 1023 the Coyote radio stations for announcing this year’s Chana School Museum Benefit Sale.

We are fortunate to have such personable radio stations serving our listening area.

The Chana School Foundation would also like to thank the Harvard State Bank and the Oregon Fire Department for listing the event on their digital large signs, so drivers could be reminded of the event.

The Chana School Foundation is made up of volunteering individuals who continue to make the Chana School Museum possible.

A big thank you to Diane Lillie for heading the committee to organize and run the benefit sale.

The Foundation thanks Ray Gruber, Gary Stauffer, and Jason Mudge for their much appreciated efforts to pickup and deliver donations to the Coliseum.

Of course, a huge thank you goes to the more than 30 on the floor volunteers who labored, talked, and laughed as they attempted to give some organization to the enormous task of getting donations ready, so shoppers could see items in order to purchase them.

The Chana School Foundation appreciates the continued support from so many in the way donating their personal items and giving cash gifts.

The Chana School Museum is a totally volunteer, non tax based, and a not for profit establishment.

The people saved and moved the schoolhouse, restored it, and run programs for the public today.

Over 250 children had their end of the year field trip back in time at the Chana School Museum in May. If you are interested in history and becoming a volunteer please call 7322447 for more information.

Donna Gruber, a volunteer for the Chana School, looks over one table of items donated for the school’s annual rummage sale on June 2, held in the Oregon Coliseum. Photo

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Polo festival this weekend

By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com

From Thursday’s fireworks to Sunday’s grand parade, Polo’s Town & Country Days offers four days of oldfashioned family fun this weekend.

“Polo Pride” is the theme of the festival which will be held Thursday, June 15 through Sunday, June 19.

Festival committee chairman Jon Miller said family entertainment is the focus of the 51-year-old festival that started back in 1966 as a fundraiser for a community outdoor swimming pool.

Appropriately, the festival actually began Wednesday evening with Swimming Games & Races at the Polo pool, an event that was new last year.

“It’s all about the kids. That’s why we do it,” Miller said.

The Little Miss & Mister Contest will be held at 5 p.m.

Thursday in the festival tent.

As always, the festival gets off to a start with fireworks Jason Kloepping, of Kloepping Construction, Chana, works on the roof of the historic at dusk Thursday at the high Chana School. Photo by Ray Gruber

school football field.

Great American Shows will once again provide carnival rides beginning at 5 p.m. on Thursday.

Carnival mega-passes for $40 per person can be purchased until noon Thursday at First State Bank Shannon/ Polo and Knie Appliance & TV, Polo.

The mega-passes offer unlimited rides throughout the entire weekend.

Kids Day is Friday from 12 to 5 p.m. Armbands for unlimited carnival rides until 5 p.m. will go on sale at noon for $20 apiece.

Besides the carnival, a Kids Fun Fair, open until 3 p.m. offers face-painting, games, and prizes, along with a petting zoo from 1 to 3 p.m.

Spaghetti-eating and Jell-Oeating contests and an Oreostacking contest will take place in the festival tent at 2 p.m.

New this year will be a mechanical bull offered Friday and Saturday from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. in the grassy area near the food booths.

Also new is Quartermania on Thursday at 6 p.m. at the

Festival Tent.

Alumni Night in the beer garden on Friday night at 5 p.m. offers an opportunity to renew acquaintances.

“People like to come back for that and see old friends,” Miller said.

Other Friday events include Merchandise Bingo, a dunk tank, a 5K run, and a deejay and karaoke.

Crossroads Community Church will serve breakfast on Saturday from 7 to 10:30 a.m., and the Polo Car Show & Swap Meet will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m Registration for a volleyball tournament begins at 8:30 a.m. on the PHS football field with the games starting at 9 a.m.

Youngsters can keep cool at the Kids Water Fights on Saturday starting at 10 a.m. at the Polo Fire Station.

The Father’s Day Grand Parade will step off at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday.

The festival will wrap up with more events for youngsters — pedal pull tractor races for kids age 5 to fourth grade at 2 p.m. and a pig scramble at 3 p.m. for kids ages 5-12.

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First concert began June 6 at Oregon Park West The Oregon Park District kicked off summer and its Summer Concert Series on June 6 at Oregon Park West.

In celebration of the 50th anniversary, a Family Fun Run/Walk was held before the first concert of the season.

More than 225 people enjoyed walking and running through Park West taking selfies, enjoying the Pirate inflatable and taking turns doing the limbo.

Everyone was rewarded at the end of the race with cheeseburgers.

The opening concert was “Pirates Over 40” sponsored by the City of Oregon. The city also treated the crowd to shaved ice.

The free concerts are held on Tuesdays in Oregon Park West beginning at 7 p.m.

Fans of all ages are invited to attend and bring their own lawn chairs, blankets, and even a picnic basket.

Parking and shuttle service is available at Lower Park West parking lot. The site is ADA accessible.

Pets and alcoholic beverages are prohibited at all concerts.

In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held in the Oregon Coliseum at Franklin Street and Fourth Street in downtown Oregon.

The next concerts will be:

Enjoy a night of Pop, Folk and Americana. Sponsor: Exelon Generation

July 11: Love & Thunder.

This band includes some of the area’s best musicians and features both male and female lead vocals, including Oregon’s own Shelley Nelson Myers. They play not only the hottest new country music but also some of your favorite June 20: Five Guys Named classics. Sponsor: Stillman Moe, a 100% all natural Bank classic Rock-N-Roll band that delivers pure energy, heart and July 18: Burn N’Bush. a lot of soul. Each MOE show a two piece acoustic band Rod Burnette is a non-stop party. Sponsor: featuring (Vocal, Cajon & Percussions) Harvard State Bank and Dave Bushman (Guitar June 27: Miles Nielsen & & Vocals). Formed in 2009, The Rusted Hearts. Rockford Burn N’ Bush has been based Miles Nielsen and his playing a variety of Rock, band entertains audiences Country and Oldies, and their with music that draws force brand of fun/sing-a long/ from the prime years of standards throughout the area. western-influenced rock Tristan Bushman, opening music and classic ‘60s soul. for Burn N’ Bush, is a local

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singer/songwriter. He was a “Hollywood” contestant on the final season of American Idol. Sponsor: WOODS/ BLOUNT

sponsoring this concert to markl its 50th Anniversary.

SoapStone is a unique and entertaining cover band featuring a Rochelle-based trio that brings fun to the June 25: SoapStone. stage.

The Oregon Park District is Country, classic rock,

Motown, pop, you name it and they can play it! Fireworks will also be offered at dusk.

For more information about the Concerts in the Park program, contact the Oregon Park District at 815-732-3101 or visit www.oregonpark.org.

Another denial for dog kennel

Above, a Teddy Bear dog looks out from a kennel at B & C Kennels on May 16, 2017 in Clare. The kennels are stacked three-high and have between one and four dogs in each. Below, Christie Hardt leans against the fencing of an outside pen where four dogs get exercise at B & C Kennels on May 16 in Clare. Photos by Matthew Apgar, Shaw Media

From A1 Several county residents spoke in opposition to the kennel at the ZBA hearing, voicing concern that it is a “puppy mill,” and 2,500 signed a petition against it.

Hardt read a statement refuting allegations that she runs a puppy mill, and several people also testified in her behalf during the 5-hour ZBA hearing.

Hardt and DeCosta have also run into road blocks with their DeKalb County facility, which was found to be in violation of their permit there.

The DeKalb County Zoning Board voted last

month to limit the number of dogs they can keep on their property.

The board’s 4-to-3 vote to recommend that B&C Kennel be allowed to keep up to 40 dogs on their property now goes to the DeKalb County Board, which will

hear the request on June 21.

The kennel owners are seeking an amended specialuse permit that would allow them to import puppies from other states and keep up to 140 bred and imported dogs and puppies on site.

They have been importing

80 to 100 puppies a month since at least August when they were found to be in violation of their permit terms.

Shaw Media’s Stephanie Markham contributed to this story.

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Thursday, June 15, 2017

Splashin’ at the Park The Oregon Park District’s Splash Canyon Park was the place to be when 90-degree weather hit the Ogle County area this week. At right, Jude Wilrith, age 3, of Rock Falls, runs through the water sprayer on Sunday. At lower right, Isaiah Carter, age 8, Jaymeson Beam, age 3, and Brayden Booker, age 11, all of Oregon, watch their sandals float down the steam on Monday afternoon. Below, one-year-old Egypt Thomas, Rockford, runs through falling water with his grandmother Toni Thomas, on Sunday. The free park is always a popular place when summer arrives.

Photos by Earleen Hinton

Porches became stages Saturday

The 2010 Rockford Area Music Industry award winning Crunchy Frogs drew a large crowd outside the Zabran home, 106 S. Mulberry Ave. From left to right: Jesse Nichol, bass; Eric France, drums; Mandy Lee Dailey, vocals; and Frank Schwartz, guitar. Not pictured is Bill Swick, lead guitar. Photo by Zach Arbogast

Above, Darlene Nicoloff learns calligraphy at the Mt. Morris Coliseum. Several miniature art classes in calligraphy, watercolor, soap carving, printmaking, drawing, mindful design, and weaving were available before the Porchfest in Mt. Morris. At right, Carolyn Dilbeck learns soap carving at the Mt. Morris Coliseum.

Photos by Zach Arbogast

Guitarist Charles Nealy and bassist Eddie Fuentes helped bring the blues to 1 S. Mulberry. The Nealy Project debuted some great progressive and roots blues to a great crowd response at Encore! Mt. Morris’ Porchfest. Not pictured: Mike Duerst, singer, and Brian Shippert, drummer. Photo by Zach Arbogast

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Byron Tigers find tougher competition at 2A level

By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Being bumped up to class 2A for track was an eyeopening experience for the Byron boys track team at the Rochelle sectional on May 18.

Competing against schools much larger than them, the Tigers only sent one event downstate.

Running in a heat which saw six teams meet the 3,200-meter relay statequalifying time of 8:10, the foursome of Colton Johnson, Zack Fortener, Luke Chernick and Chase Sarver ran 8:01.67 to place fourth.

That time, which broke a 2007 school record of 8:01.99, would have placed third in the 2016 1A state meet.

“Yes, this is entirely different running in 2A than in 1A,” Byron coach Scott Spahr said. “I think we still

have room to improve. Our goal is to break eight minutes downstate.”

Erie-Prophetstown, which also had been in 1A until three years ago, ran 7:57.75 to edge Geneseo by .14 of a second. Sycamore, Dixon and former BNC powerhouse Burlington-Central also qualified.

In the 800, Sarver ran 2:01.27 to place third, missing the state qualifying time by less than two seconds. Last year, Byron had five individuals qualify at the 1A sectional.

In the 300 hurdles, Fortner had to compete against Deion McShane of Freeport and Reed Vanderheyden of Geneseo, both of whom finished first and second in the 2016 state meet as sophomores. Fortner ran 41.55 for sixth place.

The only other place was sixth in the high jump by Duayne Goner.

In the discus, Byron’s

Billy Trosper also ran into a bunch of heavyweights (three throwers over 170 feet) and failed to place. He was seeded at 153-8, well above the 144-6 required to advance. In his worst outing of the season, he only managed 112 feet.

Sterling won the meet 85.5 points, while Byron was 12th out of 15 schools with 12 points. BNC champ Dixon was eighth with 30, Rock Falls 11th with 18, GenoaKingston 13th with 3 and Stillman Valley last with no points.

At the state meet on May 26, Byron’s 3200 meter team of Johnson, Fortener, Chernick and Sarver ran 8:07.49 to qualify for the finals In the finals on May 27, the foursome ran 7:59.57 to finish sixth. The winning time in that event for 1A schools was 8:03.91 by Carthage (Illini West).

Sports Column A look back, a peek forward for OHS sports

By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Here’s a recap of the 201617 Oregon sports year and a peek ahead to next year.

The biggest news had to be John Bothe resigning as head football coach, a position he held since 1998.

Much has already been made about his character and leadership role in winning 112 games in that span, including many trips to the playoffs.

What is just as newsworthy is the fact Oregon football is at a crossroads.

In-house hire Nick Schneiderman is taking over a program that has been hurt by low numbers and is attempting to be competitive in a league dominated by quarterback play.

To wit – Rock Falls, North Boone, Winnebago, Dixon, Rockford Christian and Lutheran all had stellar play from their signal caller and look for that trend to continue and football evolves into an emphasis on quarterbacking.

Will Schneiderman continue the physical running game or align the offensive structure with the rest of the conference?

That will be the biggest question for Oregon sports heading into the 2017-18 year.

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Top performances Top performance of this past year goes to Abi Schneidecker for shooting a 79 on the final day of the IHSA state golf tournament.

That moved her from 44th place into 17th, good for allstate honors.

Second best was Ian Hussung earning a state medal for placing in an extremely competitive 800-meter field downstate.

One performance that went largely unnoticed by local media was Caitlyn Kaltenbrun advancing downstate as in individual in bowling.

Team of the year was girl bowlers, led by a few seniors who had over 50 wins in their career at Oregon.

However, like the boys last year, it was heartbreak at the sectional. Credit to the program built up by Al Nordman and its ability to compete against much bigger schools.

A big story from the spring

was the large number of girls out for a sport and the success all three sports had.

Jamie ReVelle made a triumphant return as softball coach and the girls provided a regional title for her.

After early struggles, the track team performed like champions in placing second at the sectional.

In its first year as a program, girls soccer had plenty of kids out and managed to establish its footing. New guy Seger Larson was a bright coaching spot for both girls and boys.

On a negative note, there were concerns about numbers for boys sports overall, especially with underclassmen. That will be a question mark heading into 2017-18.

Male athlete of the year is Caleb Mennen. He led the football team in rushing, wrestled all four years (an achievement in itself) and sacrificed running the 400 meters, which would have been an easier way for him to get downstate, to help out the relays.

Close behind in another 4-sport athlete that got more out of his talent than anyone in the school and that’s Sawyer Foss.

For the achievements Ali and Abi Scheidecker had in golf and bowling over the years, we’ll let them share the girls athlete of the year.

The girl athlete to watch for next year is Gylian Finch.

After close losses in the last two volleyball regional finals, can Finch lead the Hawks sectional bound?

Gundy named Kishwaukee College’s basketball coach Krystal Gundy has been named the new Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Kishwaukee College.

Krystal Gundy is a native of Normal, and holds an Associate in Science from Lakeland College, a B.S. in Physical Education with a minor in Coaching from MacMurray College, and an M.B.A. from Lindenwood University.

Prior to accepting the position at Kish, Krystal was the Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Rend Lake Community College in downstate Illinois. She began her career at Rend Lake as an Assistant Coach in 2014 and then was named Head Coach for the 2015 – 17 seasons. She has also been an Assistant Coach at Lindenwood University and helped lead the team to the United State Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) National Tournament for two consecutive years.

As a player, Krystal played for Normal Community

Krystal Gundy

High School as a guard/ forward and was moved to the varsity team midway through her sophomore year.

She was named Big 12 First Team All-Conference for her senior year in 2006.

She was recruited to play at Lakeland under a fullride athletic scholarship and then at MacMurray, where she was a two-sport athlete, playing soccer in addition to basketball. Post-college,

she played semi-pro ball in St. Louis with the Arch Angels in the Women’s Blue Chip Basketball League (WBCBL).

She is excited to be back at the helm of a women’s community college team and ready to build the program.

“My philosophy is back to the basics and hard work.

You must sharpen all areas of your game in order to evolve into a better player and with that means hard work and dedication,” she explained.

“My motto for this season is: Trust the process.”

Krystal remembers facing the Kishwaukee College Kougars when she played for Lakeland in 2006 and 2007. “I remember the team was very impressive,” she recalled. “My goal is to put Kish Women’s Basketball back on the map.”

For more information on Kishwaukee College Women’s Basketball, contact Krystal Gundy at krystal. gundy@kishwaukeecollege. edu.

German Valley’s Nathan Schneiderman earned all-region honors at the University of Dubuque. Photo supplied

Schneiderman earns all-region honors at University of Dubuque A Forreston High School graduate has received allregion honors for his pitching prowess at the collegiate level.

University of Dubuque sophomore, Nathan Schneiderman, a 6’5” lefthanded pitcher from German Valley/Forreston High School, was the lone Spartan to collect D3baseball.com All-Central Region honors for 2017.

As a relief pitcher, Scheiderman had not given up an earned run until the Spartans final game of the season and helped UD to their best record ever for most wins (23-17 overall, 17-7 in the Iowa Conference - second place).

Schneiderman finished with a 6-1 record, .47 ERA, appeared in 15 games and 38 innings and fanned 42 batters and walked just eight.

In the 124 at bats he faced, he allowed just four extra base hits, and picked up five saves.

The Spartans qualified for the Iowa Conference tournament for the second consecutive season and look to carry that momentum into the 2018 season.

The 2017 season marks the sixth year that D3baseball. com has named All-Region teams, with 800 players nominated.

The ballot was then made available to SIDs, who voted for a predetermined number of players in their region, as well as D3baseball.com staff and contributors.

UD head coach Paul Wyczawski led the Spartans to a record breaking season as the Spartans set the school record with 23 overall wins and 17 Iowa Conference wins.

The previous record for wins in a season was set in 1995 with 22 overall wins, while the previous conference wins mark was 13 wins in both the 1985 and 1986 seasons.

The second place regular season finish in the Iowa Conference is also the best finish in the conference standings school history.

The Iowa Conference named Wyczawski 2017 Coach of the Year and seven Spartan players to the 2017 All-Iowa Conference team.

It is the most All-Iowa Conference selections in a single year in school history.

For each of the eight regions, there is a regional player of the year (a batter), a pitcher of the year, a rookie of the year (must be a freshman) and a coach of the year.

Recycle electronics on June 30 The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department will hold its monthly electronic recycling event on Friday, June 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. sharp at the County Annex Building, 909 Pines Rd., Oregon.

The monthly events are held on the last Friday of the month, for household electronic items from Ogle County residents only, identification may be

requested.

If you have business generated electronics that you wish to recycle, call the OCSWMD at the number listed below for other options.

Items accepted at this event include all televisions, computer monitors, CPUs, laptops, keyboards, electronic mice, computer speakers, printers, copiers, FAX machines, VCR and DVD players, satellite receivers,

computer cables, stereo equipment, phone systems, digital clocks, cell phones, tablets, video game consoles, holiday light strands, extension cords, CFL bulbs, rechargeable batteries, and printer cartridges. Microwave ovens are accepted at a charge of $5 per unit.

For more information, call the OCSWMD at 815732-4020 or visit www. oglecounty.org.

Dina Bach was the featured musician at the Brown Bag Concert held on the Ogle County Courthouse lawn on June 9. Her performance was sponsored by Circle G Farms. The next concert is scheduled for July 14. Photo by Earleen Hinton

First Brown Bag Concert held The Oregon Park District’s first Brown Bag Concert series of 2017 began June 9 with a performance by Dina Bach.

Circle G Farms sponsored the performance from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Ogle County Courthouse lawn.

Visitors could bring their lunch and listen to the music for free or purchase one from an onsite vendor.

The next Brown Bag Concert will be on Friday, July 14 when the One Man Country Band, sponsored by The Harvard State Bank, will

perform.

The final concert of the summer will feature Thistle & Lace, sponsored by Country Financial, on Aug. 11.

For more information contact the Oregon Park District, 815-732-3101.

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State Senator Tim Bivins will not seek fourth term

By Pam Eggemeier Sauk Valley Media

State Sen. Tim Bivins said he always tries to plan ahead, especially when it comes to entrances and exits.

The Dixon Republican announced Monday that he will not run for a fourth term in the state Legislature.

He will, however, finish his term, which ends in January 2019.

Bivins’ run in Springfield started in March 2008, when he was appointed to finish the unexpired term of Geneseo Republican Todd Sieben. Sieben had resigned to take a job as a lobbyist for the ethanol industry.

Bivins had only 8 months to gear up for his first race, but he breezed to victory over Democrat Marty Mulcahey in November 2008. Bivins was unopposed in the primaries and general elections in his 2012 and 2014 campaigns.

Although the budget standoff has made the past couple of years difficult, it wasn’t what drove his decision, the 65-year-old said.

“Yes, there have been frustrations, but there are also rewards,” Bivins said.

“We got a lot of legislation passed in this last session that has really helped the district.

If there are still people who want you to stay, it’s probably the right time to leave.”

Bivins, who considers himself and his colleagues citizen legislators, said he’ll have been in Springfield nearly 11 years by the time his term runs out, and it’s time to give someone else a shot at fixing what ails Illinois. He also wants to stick closer to his Dixon base so he can spend more time with family.

“This is a big district, and I’d like to sleep at home and not travel so much,” Bivins said. “I have grandchildren here, and it will be nice to see them more and get involved in their activities.”

Tim Bivins

Bivins chronology • Lee County sheriff 1986-2006 • Appointed to Illinois Senate in March 2008 • Defeats Democrat Marty Mulcahey in November 2008 • Re-elected with no opposition in 2012 • Re-elected with no opposition in 2014 • Current term expires in January 2019

While Bivins puts a premium on planning, Lee County’s longest-tenured sheriff said he never intended to get into law enforcement or politics. He is excited by the prospects of figuring out the next chapter in his life.

“I went to school for radio broadcasting, but then I was taken in different directions,” he said. “I might work out of my house and do some voice-over work.”

For now, though, there is plenty left to do in Springfield. Lawmakers still are awaiting word on when they should arrive for a special budget session. After failing to pass a budget in the spring session, the new target date is June 30, a day before the new fiscal year begins.

The heat will be turned up considerably as a new school year nears. Many district officials say it will be difficult to reopen without a budget because the state owes millions of dollars in categorical payments

for special education, transportation, and other mandated programs.

“I hate to sit there and watch this unfold, because it’s like watching a train wreck,” Bivins said. “You know what should be done, but there’s nothing you can do about it.”

He wanted to announce his decision early to give the GOP and prospective candidates time to plan, he said. Over the weekend, he notified people in Springfield and the party chairmen in his district’s nine counties.

“There is a lot to consider when weighing a run – people leave stable jobs to serve,” Bivins said. “It’s a big decision, and it calls for a lot of organization and coordination.”

Another local lawmaker will greatly miss Bivins’ presence in Springfield.

State Rep. Tom Demmer, another Dixon Republican, said he respects all of Bivins’ years of service in law enforcement and the political arena.

“Tim’s been a mentor, friend, and great colleague, and I’ve really enjoyed working with him.”

Demmer said they lived together in Springfield for 4 years, allowing the lawmakers to use each other as a sounding board.

“We could come back after a long day in session, and talk about what went on in our respective chambers,” Demmer said.

“There were lots of meaningful conversations, because I always respected his viewpoint.”

When asked about any interest he might have in a state Senate run, Demmer said he’s happy to stay in the House.

State Sen. Neil Anderson, R-Andalusia, said he will miss Bivins in his chamber.

“I’ve learned so much from him – Tim is truly a man of honor and integrity who has served his district well.”

The Medallion Setting Trapunto hand-quilted sea green and white double bed quilt, circa 1935, for the July 15th Summer Picnic at Rock River Center. Quilters who helped quilt our medallion quilt were Joan Heng, Janice Smyk, Connie Stauffer, Janie LaPage, Earlyne Warmolts, Melody Welty, Cassel Smith and Helen Girton. Photo supplied

Quilts to be auctioned RRC Picnic will be held on July 15 This year’s Summer Picnic at Rock River Center, July 15 from 4 to 7 p.m., will include several quilts in each auction at 5 and 6 with the biggest and best quilt on the live

auction at 7.

The quilt in the final auction of the evening is a hand appliquéd, hand quilted, hand embroidered, trapunto, Medallion setting wholecloth style double bed quilt of 1935 vintage.

Each of the white flowers and green leaves is hand stuffed for the trapunto look.

The quilt has been

appraised by professional quilt appraiser, Jeanette Dwyer, and will have a reserve bid on the 7 p.m. live auction.

Anyone may stop by and see the quilt and many of the other items which will be on the live auctions at Rock River Center, 810 S 10th Street, Oregon, or call for more information, 815732-3252.

Byron woman killed in crash in rural Stillman A Byron woman died last week after a crash at a rural Stillman Valley intersection.

Kina Duke, 54, was pronounced dead at Rockford Memorial Hospital where she was taken by Stillman Valley ambulance after the June 8 crash at the intersection of Skinner and Crestview Roads north of Stillman Valley.

Ogle County Sheriff ’s Police said their initial

investigation showed that Duke was driving east on Skinner Road when her vehicle entered the intersection in front of a southbound vehicle on Crestview Road, driven by a 16-year-old boy from Winnebago. The crash occurred at approximately 7 p.m.

The intersection of Skinner Road and Crestview Road is a T intersection where vehicles on Skinner

Road are required to stop, and vehicles on Crestview Road are not.

The southbound vehicle struck Duke’s vehicle in the driver’s side.

Duke was extricated by Stillman Valley firefighters.

The 16-year-old driver and his 7-year-old passenger were treated at the scene by Stillman Valley EMS and released with no injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

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

June 6 At approximately 6:30 p.m., deputies responded to a onevehicle accident in t he 7900 block of South Prairie Road.

After an investigation it was discovered that the silver Mazda Protégé, being driven by Lincoln C. Schweizer Jr., 23, Rochelle, was southbound when he lost control of the vehicle and went into the east side ditch where the vehicle rolled over two times.

The vehicle then came to a stop in the corn field at that location.

Schweizer was issued citations for driving while under the influence of alcohol, open containers in the vehicle, no insurance, improper lane usage, and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. He is due to appear in Ogle County Court at a later date.

date is needed.

Matthew C. Larrey, 44, Evanston, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Larrey posted 10% of the $3,000 bond and was released. He is scheduled to appear in court on June 23.

Paul Barber, 53, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Barber posted $576 as a full cash for bond and does not have to appear in court at a later date

At 6 p.m., deputies along with the Lynn Scott Rock Fire Department responded to the intersection of Illinois 64 and Illinois 251 for a two-vehicle accident with injuries.

It was learned that a 2007 Dodge pickup driven by Robert Mensik, 40, Lake in the Hills, was westbound on Illinois 64 when he failed to stop at the posted stop sign and collided with a 2012 Chrysler van driven by Justine Mowrer, 31, Otho, Iowa.

Mowrer and her four juvenile children were transported to Rochelle Hospital for minor injuries.

Mensik was cited for disobeying a traffic control device. He is scheduled to appear in court on July 5.

The accident remains under investigation.

Jennifer Villa, 31, Machesney Park, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for a petition to revoke. Villa’s bond was set at $3,000 (10%) pending a June 30 court appearance.

June 8 Rueben C. Burgess, 27, Rochelle, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. His full cash bond was set at $4,108.42 pending a June 8 court appearance.

June 7 Josue R. Huerta, 36, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Huerta posted $3,701 as a full cash bond and no further court

James L. Morrison, 55, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear with a full cash bond of $6,144 pending a June 16 court appearance.

Jared S. Norris, 28, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. His full cash bond was set at $4,248 pending a court appearance.

At 2:21 p.m., deputies along with the Mt. Morris Fire Department, responded to 3747 West Illinois 64 for a two-vehicle accident.

It was learned that a 2008 Ford pickup truck driven by Carson Lief, 20, Milledgeville, failed to yield to a 1997 Ford Mustang driven

by Laura Miller, 55, Mt. Morris, striking the Mustang in the rear.

Miller was transported to KSB for minor injuries by Mt. Morris Fire Ambulance. Carson Lief was cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and is scheduled to appear in court on July 5.

The accident remains under investigation.

June 9 At approximately 2:12 p.m., deputies responded to a one-vehicle accident in the 3000 block of North Mulford Road.

Sandra Graber, 72, Rochelle, lost control of her vehicle and struck a utility pole in the east ditch.

She was treated at the scene for non-life threatening injuries

by Monroe township ambulance personnel and released.

At approximately 6:51 p.m., deputies initiated a traffic stop in the White Pines State Park.

After further investigation Dustin Zambrano, 37, Mt. Morris, was arrested for driving while license revoked. Zambrano was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Nicholas Schultheis, 32, Oregon, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Schultheis received a $1,000 recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on July 31.

June 11 At approximately 1:29 a.m., deputies responded to a singlevehicle accident near the intersection of Mt. Vernon Road and White Oak Road.

The vehicle was traveling southbound on Mt. Vernon Road when it failed to stop at the stop sign and entered the southeast ditch where it overturned.

After further investigation.

Kyle Janicke, 24, Forreston, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol.

Janicke was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Daisy Clay, 26, Peoria, was arrested at 6:29 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 3000 block of North Freeport Road.

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

Deputies responded to rural Polo for a suspicious person in a backyard of a residence.

Upon arriving at the residence deputies were advised that the suspicious person approached a juvenile in the backyard and asked them if they wanted to go for a ride.

When the ride was declined the suspicious male left the area in his vehicle.

After further investigation it was learned that the male was Daniel D.

Pottorff, 19,of Dixon who was later located in Dixon.

After a brief discussion with deputies, Pottorff fled the area on foot evading Ogle County deputies.

Dixon Police and Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies assisted in trying to locate Pottorff who was now on foot running away.

The area was checked with negative results.

On June 12, Pottorff turned himself in into the Ogle County Jail where he was charged with criminal trespass to property and resisting arrest.

Pottorff bonded out of jail and given a court date of June 30.

This was an isolated incident.

June 12 Christopher Becker, 21, Amboy, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. His full cash bonds was set at $882. Becker was released on a recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on July 31.

Justin Trunko, 20, Lyons, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for retail theft. His bond was set at $5,000 pending a June 13 court appearance.

Dustin Marx, 24, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Marx’s full cash bond was set at $688 pending a June 13 court appearance.

Roger Patterson, 42, Oregon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for domestic battery. His bond was set at $25,000 pending a June 13 court appearance.

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Sale makes goal of $150,000 for cancer research Organizers of the Breast Yard Sale in Town reached their financial goal as of last weekend.

In 15 years the sale has raised $150,000 for the American Cancer Society.

“We reached our goal of $150,000 in 15 years but we are not done yet,” said Karen Virnoche, who along with her husband Jim Brown has hosted the sale in their large barn at 1194 W. Mud Creek Road, outside Oregon. “Let’s put Ogle County on the map as the county that funded a researcher’s grant. Let’s help save lives and celebrate more birthdays.”

The sale which runs daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., rain or shine, will end for good at the close of business on Father’s Day, June 18.

Until then, the inventory remains varied and vast.

“Rummage has been arriving on a daily basis,” Virnoche said. “Car loads of sentimental heirlooms, items from re-imaging a room in a home, possessions that accumulate over the years, brand-name clothes that no longer fit, wares from downsizing a property, and bits and pieces of this and

that are being delivered to the barn. We have a variety of things — something for everyone.”

Virnoche and Brown started the sale 15 years ago on a much smaller scale and after the first year moved it to the barn because the donated inventory mushroomed.

“Why did we do this for 15 years? We are passionate about finding a cure and helping people who face this terrible disease,” said Virnoche, who is herself a four-time cancer survivor.

“As a cancer patient, I was not comfortable sharing my private painful moments,” she said. “I thought, no one wants to hear about my problems. But I quickly realized at this sale that it was a place that people could talk about their concerns and fears, their joys and happiness.”

“I was reminded at this sale how important it is to be able to talk about cancer, when I learned about five people diagnosed with cancer in less than a half hour,” she said. “Everyone has a story.

A cure must be found and it is through the support and donations that come from

Shoppers Darcey Hanson, left, and Doree Towns, center, put the Breast Yard Sale in Town over the $150,000 make on Saturday. Pictured with them is sale organizer and host Karen Virnoche. The sale continues through Sunday, June 18 at 1194 W. Mud Creek Rd., Oregon. Photo supplied

this sale and many other fundraising events that our researchers will do just that.”

Virnoche feels strongly about supporting the American Cancer Society.

“No single nongovernmental, not-forprofit organization in the

U.S. has invested more to find the causes and cures of cancer than the American Cancer Society,” she said.

“In fact, the American Cancer Society has helped make possible almost every major cancer research breakthrough since 1946.

Currently, there are 753 grants being funded through dollars donated by you. Only the best and the brightest receive these grants — that’s why 47 of them have gone on to win a Nobel Prize.” Some of the achievements include uncovering a key way to

stop some tumors from growing, pioneering work in bone marrow transplants, and furthering knowledge to genes linked to breast cancer, she said.

For more information call Virnoche at 815-973-2050.

Small towns to be hit hard by planned Medicaid cuts Durbin & advocates decry GOP health agenda’s impact on rural communities As Congressional Republicans continue to advance an agenda to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and gut Medicaid, a new report published last week finds a disproportionate share of children and families living in rural areas rely on these programs for their healthcare coverage.

Released June 7, Medicaid in Small Town America: A Lifeline for Children, Families and Communities, sheds light on the vital role that Medicaid and the ACA play in rural communities and small towns all throughout the state of Illinois. Among the findings: Forty-two percent of Illinois children in rural areas and small towns receive health coverage through Medicaid and All Kids, the state’s health insurance program for children.

Nineteen percent of adults in non-metro areas are covered by Medicaid.

In some counties, the numbers are even higher. In Alexander County, for example, 63 percent of children are covered by Medicaid.

At a press event on June 8, Senator Dick Durbin, researchers, advocates, healthcare providers, and consumers decried federal attempts to decimate these programs.

“Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, more than one million Illinoisans have gained health insurance and our state’s uninsured rate has fallen by 49 percent.

“People are getting needed care, and providers are being compensated for their services,” said Durbin. “TrumpCare would spell disaster for Illinois’ rural communities - for the families and children who live there as well as the hospitals and community health centers who provide care there.”

“Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act have served as crucial lifelines in small towns and rural communities all around the state of Illinois,” said Larry McCulley,

CEO of SIHF Healthcare. “These programs not only help connect children and adults to the care they need to lead healthy, productive lives - but they also support community hospitals and local jobs.”

While rural areas and small towns in Illinois have benefited disproportionately from Medicaid and the ACA, both programs have been a boon for the entire state, driving the uninsured rate to a historic low, bringing in tens of thousands of jobs, and improving the quality of care for millions, according to a press release by the Shriver Center.

The GOP’s health agenda threatens to destroy that progress all in service of tax cuts for the rich, the press release states.

“TrumpCare - in order to provide huge tax breaks to big corporations and the wealthiest among us - would slash funding for Illinois’ Medicaid program, threatening health care for children in rural communities and imposing a serious financial burden on the institutions who serve them,” said Durbin,

“This report sheds light on the grave and far-reaching ramifications of Republicans’ illhatched plan, and Illinoisans should pay close attention.”

According to the press release, the threat of the GOP’s health plan comes as Illinois enters its third straight year without a state budget - a fiscal disaster in its own right that has deprived over 1 million atrisk Illinoisans of vital services.

“As Illinois faces a fiscal crisis of its own, the GOP’s health plan would make things much worse by slashing billions in federal funding, blowing a hole in the state’s alreadyailing budget, and jeopardizing the care of millions”, the press release states.

“Many of those who have already lost services due to the budget crisis could soon see their healthcare stripped away,” the release stated.

“At a time when Illinois is struggling with creating and passing an adequate state budget that funds critical services to vulnerable populations, the repeal of the ACA and structural changes to the federally funded Medicaid

program would further devastate Illinois families in the short- and long-term.

“This is especially true for rural women and children who rely on Medicaid as their primary path to physical and behavioral health services,” said Sessy Nyman, Executive Director of EverThrive Illinois.

“This report makes clear: TrumpCare is a bad deal for the entire state of Illinois,” said Stephani Becker, Senior Healthcare Policy Specialist at the Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law. “This report underscores the need of Illinois lawmakers, including Governor Rauner, to strongly speak out against the GOP’s disastrous healthcare plan.

The physical and financial wellbeing of millions is at stake.”

The full report, issued by researchers from Georgetown University Center on Children and Families and the University of North Carolina NC Rural Health Research Program, is available at: https://ccf. georgetown.edu/2017/06/06/ruralhealth-report/

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.

June 2 Jason E. Stombaugh, warranty deed to Jared Breitbach, 183 S. German Church Rd., Oregon-Nashua Township, $128,000.

Sandra A. Johnson, Crystal Rodgers, Kimberly Bowman, Hilary Johnson, and Zachary Johnson, warranty deed to Eileen L. Moore and John E. Bliss, 8023 Canada Rd., Pine Creek Township, $65,000.

Stanley D. Ballard, warranty deed to Delores J. Rowland, 114 Katie’s Way, Mt. Morris Township, $79,440.

Delores J. Rowland, warranty deed to Stanley Ballard, 1200 Amber Drive, Oregon-Nashua Township, $109,440.

Robert Alexander, warranty deed to Lawrence L. Kite and Diana L. Kite, 109 Third St., Byron Township, $119,800.

Tanner L. Young and Valerie L. Young, warranty deed to Zackery Martin, 401 S. Main St., Leaf River Township, $27,500.

Qusai Farraj and Eman

Ghazal, warranty deed to Zachary A. Turner and Ashley N. Turner, 407 E. Dixon St., Buffalo Township, $89,500.

Kyle E. Vinnedge and Lindsay Vinnedge, warranty deed to Joshua J. Greenfield and Alivia L. Greenfield, 608 S. Fifth Ave., Forreston Township, $185,000.

Melissa C. Jerry, warranty deed to Melissa C. Winter, 3109 E. Ill. 64, Pine Rock Township.

June 5 Clinton D. McAndless and Jennifer M. McAndless, warranty deed to Bradley T. McGee, 123 Jeffery Ave., Flagg Township, $121,900.

Thomas R. Hahn and Dannielle D. Hahn, warranty deed to Robert Allen Keuhl, 1113 Gehant Court, Flagg Township, $130,000.

James M. Schacht and Nancy K. Schacht, warranty deed to Clinton D. McAndless and Jennifer M. McAndless, 2381 S. Kent Rd., White Rock Township, $255,000.

Edward F. LaBay and Tammy L. LaBay, warranty deed to Danay C. Voiles and John A. Voiles, 8547 N. Hedge Rd, Byron Township, $380,000.

Todd D. Plumley, warranty deed to Joseph E. Cagle and Jana K. Gruben, 407 Lincoln Highway, Flagg Township, $50,000.

Betty E. Lawson, warranty deed to James B. Cappel and Caroline L. Cappel, 926 Carrie Ave., Flagg Township, $81,500.

Mary E. North, James H. Coleman and Jean D. Kroupa, quit claim to CKN Family Farm LLC, farmland, Dement Township.

Carol Borreson, quit claim to Gene Borreson, 7252 Oak Drive, Marion Township.

Norman J. Mercer and Dawn M. Mercer warranty deed to Robert Krueger and Charlene Krueger, 915 N. Missouri Drive & vacant lot nearby, Taylor Township, $164,000.

Patricia F. Green, warranty deed to DLMJ Investments LLC, 300 S. Second St., Oregon-Nashua Township, $10,500.

Josilyn B. Foster and Shaun M. Foster, warranty deed to William M. Snow an Marseyne M. Snow, 800 Franklin St., Oregon-Nashua Township, $97,450.

Justin S. Zigler and Paula J. Zigler, warranty deed to Joseph P. Head, 508 W. Colden St., Buffalo Township, $105,000.

Elizabeth A. Sullivan, warranty deed to Stephen Rodriguez, 820 N. Eleventh St., Flagg Township, $102,000.

Steven D. Adams and Kimberly Adams, warrnty

deed to Brittany A. Hester, 406 Linda Ave., Flagg Township, $124,000.

Jennifer M. Dickey, quit claim to Shannon P. Dickey, 11545 E. Kyte Rd., Flagg Township.

William A. Blackburn and Debra L. Blackburn, warranty deed to Brittney R. White, 10960 E. South Woodlawn Drive, Flagg Township, $125,000.

Danny M. Chisamore and Cantaris F. Chisamore, warranty deed to Adam W. Burch, 108 Maple Court, Flagg Township, $225,000.

Richard Herring and Gloria A. Herring, warranty deed Bridget M. Rodgers, 5251 S. Harlan Drive, Flagg Township, $112,000.

Hub City Route 38 LLC, warranty deed to Royal Plaza Management LLC, Ill. 38, Flagg Township, $652, 251.

June 6 Henry R. Fischer and Lynette D. Fischer, warranty deed to Anthony R. Rowan, 115 Windward Lane, Flagg Township, $173,000.

Carlton L. Ratmeyer, warranty deed to Jon M. Ludwig and Renee M. Ludwig, northeast corner of Ill. 72 & Columbine Road, Maryland Township, $770,355.

Mary Gittleson, quit claim to Brian E. Gittleson, 600 Timberlane St., Oregon-

Nashua Township.

Michael Messer and Stacey R. Messer, warranty deed to Audrey Schabacker, vacant land at South Sudbury Road, LaFayette Township, $87,000.

June 7 Babson Farms, Inc, warranty deed to State of Illinois Department of Transportation, land along Ill. 38, west of Rochelle, east of Center Road, Flagg Township, $1,075.

Adah Manby, warranty deed to Mark W. Buttel and Tracie D. Buttel, 1868 W. Egan Rd., Leaf River Township, $159,900.

Mark A. Overmyer and Mary E. Overmyer, warranty deed to Kenley R. Hopper and Daryl S. Hopper, North River Road, Rockvale Township, $125,000.

Arlyn J. Loos, warranty deed to James E. Sunderland and Terrie L. Sunderland, 605 E. Webster St., Buffalo Township, $140,000.

Akif Ajvazi, warranty deed to Atip Bajrami, 300 E. Washington St, OregonNashua Township, $230,000.

Joseph P. Head, warranty deed to Jonathan Peralta Garcia and Ilean A. Peralta, 419 E. Hill St., Mt. Morris Township, $84,000.

Ogle County Sheriff and Joyce Smith, Sheriff’s deed to Bank of New York Mellon

Trustee, JP Morgan Chase Bank Trustee, Novastar Mortgage Funding Trust Series 20054 and Novastar Home Equity Loan Series 20054, 111 Sunny Hill Drive, Scott Township.

June 8 Daniel Wozniak and Jolanta Wozniak, warranty deed to Cody A. Brill and Haley M. Kersten, 3988 E. Stone Barn Rd., LaFayette Township, $175,500.

Roger A. Krahenbuhl and Mary D. Krahenbuhl, warranty deed to Christopher T. Cox and Brooke E. Smith, 5230 S. Harlan Drive, Flagg Township, $160,000.

Mark E. Price, warranty deed Thomas J. Hartnett III, 11025 W. Ill. 38, Flagg Township.

James E. Arjes and Meredith S. Arjes, warranty deed to Michael C. Rainwater and Jessica N. Rainwater, 11729 E. Kyte Rd., Flagg, $195,000.

Roy S. Jones and Joan D. Jones, warranty deed to Lyndon G. Leisher and Andrea E. Leisher, 303 Lake Lida Lane, Flagg Township, $155,000.

Kevin J. Curtis and Jennifer L. Curtis as trustees of Curtis Family Trust, warranty deed to Brian C. Payne and Lisa M. Payne, 4438 Open View Drive, Byron Township, $322,000.

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County News Obituaries Eva M. Cline Eva M. Cline, 99, longtime resident of Oregon, died on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Oregon Living & Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on Nov. 30, 1917 in Sterling, the daughter of Charles and Katie (Thurm) Wiegand.

She married Carl E. Cline on Oct. 14, 1949 in Sterling; he died on March 21, 2014.

Eva was a member of Oregon VFW Auxiliary and a 60-year member of Oregon United Methodist Church where she also taught Sunday School for many years.

Eva’s family was the main

focus of her life.

She is survived by her daughter, Carol (Rich) Magnuson, Oregon; and grandson, Nathaniel Zellers, Oregon.

She was also

predeceased by her parents; granddaughter, April Marie Zellers; and brothers, Walter and Charles.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday June 14 at 2 p.m. at Farrell-HollandGale Funeral Home, Oregon, preceded by a visitation beginning at noon. Pastor David Rogula will officiate.

Burial will be at Grand Detour Cemetery.

Memorials in Eva’s name may be made to Oregon United Methodist Church or Serenity Hospice & Home, Oregon.

Visit www. farrellhollandgale.com to leave condolences.

to her, and she also enjoyed sewing and gardening.

Survived by her husband, Huck Jones, Grand Detour; son, Jim (Krista) Jones, Dixon; daughters, Joyce (Jimbo) Callaway, Oregon, and Marianne Jones, Dixon; grandchildren, Timothy (Mandi) Callaway, Eric (Brekk) Callaway, Paige Jones, and Lee Jones; and six

great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her parents; granddaughter, Sarah Callaway; three brothers; and a sister.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 15 at 10 a.m. at the Oregon Church of God with Pastor Michael Hoffman officiating.

Burial will be at Grand Detour Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Helen’s name may be made to Oregon Church of God, Rock River Center, or Serenity Hospice & Home.

Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon, assisted the family with arrangements.

Visit www. farrellhollandgale.com to leave condolences.

Forreston American Legion.

He enjoyed bowling and was in a league for more than 60 years.

Surviving are his son, Jerry (Jenny) Van Raden, Forreston; son-in-law, Gary Ludwig, Forreston; three grandchildren, Wesley

(Amanda) Ludwig, Katie (Andy) Stampfli, and Nathan (Audra) Van Raden; and four great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Ludwig, Isaiah Ludwig, Lucy Van Raden, and Gideon Stampfli.

Glenn was preceded in death by his wife; daughter, Diana Ludwig; one brother; and one sister.

Funeral services were held on June 12 at Forreston Reformed Church with Ken Renkes officiating.

Burial was at White Oak Cemetery, rural Forreston.

A memorial has been established for the Forreston American Legion.

Sign his guestbook and share a remembrance at www.burketubbs.com.

Helen R. Jones Helen R. Jones, 85, Grand Detour, longtime area resident, died on Sunday, June 11, 2017 at Avonlea Cottage, Dixon.

She was born on March 4, 1932 in Ripley, the daughter of Loren and Mary (Cooper) Burnett.

She married Melvin “Huck” Jones on Feb. 7, 1958 in Ripley.

Helen was a 1950 graduate of Tempe, Arizona, High School and attended Oregon Bible College from 1951 to 1952.

She was employed by the Church of God General Conference from 1952 to 1960 in the printing department and was an active member of Oregon Church of God. Helen was a loving housewife and mother whose family was most important

Glenn G. Van Raden Glenn Gerald Van Raden, 90, Forreston, died on Thursday, June 8, 2017 at Manor Court, Freeport.

Glenn was born on Feb. 2, 1927 in Forreston, the son of Andrew and Emma (Artjes) Van Raden.

He married Beverly J. Beede on Sept. 10, 1949 in Dixon. She died on June 23, 1993.

Glenn served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He worked at Kable Printing in Mt. Morris for 45 years.

He was a member of Forreston Reformed Church, where he was an active member, and also of the

State Police Illinois State Police District 1 Commander Mark Karczewski has announced District 1 enforcement figures and activity for May. Illinois State Police District 1 Troopers issued 887 citations, 644 written warnings, and made 34 criminal arrests during the month of May.

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Speeding accounted for 496 citations, 139 citations were issued for occupant restraint violations and 50 citations were issued for distracted driving violations.

Troopers investigated 26 traffic crashes, assisted 94 motorists, and conducted 95 commercial vehicle inspections, 15 of which

Family preparedness plans should also include pets Plan now in case a disaster hits your home Pets are cherished family members in many Illinois homes, so it’s important for pet owners to have plans to keep their pets safe during and after emergencies.

Throughout National Pet Preparedness Month in June, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and local emergency management agencies will provide tips and information on pet emergency preparedness.

“More than half of homes in Illinois have at least one pet,” said IEMA Director James K. Joseph.

“Emergency situations can be very stressful, particularly for pets who don’t understand what is happening.

“If your family includes a dog, cat, hamster or other furry, feathered or scaly friends, don’t forget to include their unique needs in your home emergency

plans.”

Joseph said home emergency supply kits for people should include a three-day supply of such items as food, water, first aid kit, weather alert radio, flashlights, spare batteries and other items.

Pet owners should also have a pet preparedness kit stocked with items such as: • At least a three-day supply of food and water • Extra supplies of pet medicines • Copies of pet registration, vaccinations and other important documents •Photo of your pet in case you are separated during an emergency •Collar with ID tag, harness or leash • Crate or other pet carrier in case of evacuation • Pet litter and box, newspapers, paper towels, plastic trash bags and household chlorine bleach for sanitation • Toys, treats or other familiar items to reduce your pet’s stress during the

emergency A disaster may require you to evacuate your home, sometimes with little notice.

It’s important to take pets with you, as an evacuation could last several days, even weeks, and your pets likely cannot survive without care.

Plan now for places you and your pets can stay following an evacuation, as many public shelters do not allow animals inside.

It’s also important to have a back-up emergency plan in case you can’t care for or evacuate your animals yourself.

Talk to neighbors, friends and family to make sure someone is available to care for or evacuate your pets if you are unable to do so.

Additional pet preparedness and general emergency preparedness information is available on the Ready Illinois website at www.Ready.Illinois.gov, the Ready Illinois Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ ReadyIllinois and on Twitter at Twitter.com/ReadyIllinois.

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

June 5 Savian D. Hernandez, 16, Oregon, was issued citations at 8:12 p.m. for improper lane usage and operating a motor vehicle with an expired registration.

This violation occurred in the intersection of Fourth Street and Washington Street.

June 9 Carol L. Pena, 60, South Elgin, was issued a citation at 2:58 p.m. for disobeying a traffic control device. This violation occurred at the intersection of Second Street and Aldrin Street.

Brian F. Hermes, 45, Franklin Grove, was issued

a citation at 8:42 p.m. for failure to wear a seat belt as a passenger.

This violation occurred in the 200 block of West Washington Street.

June 11 Laurrel E. Hayes, 48, Rochelle, was issued a citation at 5:42 p.m. for improper lane usage. This violation occurred in the 300 block of South Fourth Street.

Michael G. Ruter, III, 19, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation at 5:50 p.m. for not having a rear registration plate on a trailer. This violation occurred in the 100 block of South Fourth Street.

Three parking citations and three verbal/written warnings were issued from June 5-11.

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

General calls for service through dispatch June 5-11 Checking a Subject/ Vehicle............................ 8 Citizen Complaints....... 11 Animal Complaint.......... 6 Ordinance Violations...... 3 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem.................. 7 Disturbance / Domestic... 2 Assist EMS / Other Department........... 9 Alarm Response / Open Door or Window............. 4 Lockout Vehicle/ Building.......................... 2 Traffic Stops................. 10

Property Transfers

From B4 Bruce D. McAdam and Marie J. McAdam, warranty deed to Rodney Cummins and Erin Paff, were placed out-of-service 7419 N. Junction Rd., Scott Township, $265,000. for safety reasons.

Seven arrests were Lisa Dyer, quit claim to made for driving under the Brad Dyer, 5709 N. Ruth influence.

Ave., Monroe Township.

District 1, which Ryan M. Westphal and encompasses Carroll, D. Westphal, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside Jennifer counties, had no traffic crash warranty deed to Colleen Steffens, 222 Crabapple fatalities in May.

Court, Taylor $122,000.

Township,

Rachael R Rundall, warranty deed to Anthony D. Kettleson and Kara R. Kettleson, 6225 S. Westwood Ave., Flagg Township, $225,000.

Champion Mortgage Co, warranty deed to Todd Henry, 4873 E. Ashelford Drive, Byron Township, $84,000.

Ludwig Family Farms LLC, warranty deed to

Ludwig Faily Farms LLC Land, North Town Line Road, Forreston Township.

Mansfield Properties LLC, quit claim to JM Commercial Holdings LLC, 101 N. Fourth St., OregonNashua Township.

Ogle County Sheriff and Nickalas G. Hughes, Sheriff’s deed to Thomas J. Hartnett II and Thomas J. Hartnett III, 701 N. Tenth St., Flagg Township, $43,400.

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

June 7 Thomas W. Stiles, 25, Rockford, criminal damage to government property, status hearing July 14.

Jason L. Otten, 46, homeless, failure to register as a sex offender, status hearing July 6.

Abby L. Clark, 29, Mt. Morris, criminal trespass to residence, domestic battery, reckless conduct, status hearing July 14.

Jaime L. Carter, 36, Oregon, theft, status hearing July 7.

Laquan J. Walker, 29, DeKalb, two counts aggravated battery to a peace officer, four counts resisting and obstructing a peace officer, jury status call June 23.

Thomas M. Sparks, 31, Byron, unlawful restraint, three counts of domestic battery, plea hearing June 26.

June 8 Richard A. Jansen, 26, DeKalb, possession of a controlled substance with the intent to deliver, plea hearing July 18.

Brian R. Ray, 50, Stillman Valley, unlawful use of weapons, resisting a peace officer, obstructing service of process, plea hearing July 13.

Randy W. Reinhold, 25, Oregon, pleaded guilty to retail theft. Judge John B. Roe sentenced him to 24 months probation and 112 days in jail with credit for 56 days time served, and ordered him to submit to random drug testing, submit to breathalyzer test, cooperate with and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment, including Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities as directed by probation office, no alcohol consumption, and pay court costs totaling $1,095.99 Megan A. Hacker, 28, Byron, seven counts of identity theft, status hearing July 14.

Rueben C. Burgess, 27, Esmond, domestic battery, jury status call July 13.

Nicholas S. Hollis, 30, Stillman Valley, unauthorized video recording, status hearing July 13.

Michael K. Koch, 54, Davis Junction, aggravated criminal sexual abuse, pretrial conference Aug. 24.

Travis P. Rhodes, 36, Rockford, two counts of burglary, two counts of possession of a stolen vehicle, jury status call June 26.

Jerry W. Carter, 56, Oregon, driving while license revoked, jury status call June 29.

Gabrielle G. Sheely, 21, Polo, obstructing justice, obstructing identification, status hearing July 13.

Xavier R. Calzada, 32, Rochelle, two counts aggravated battery, jury status call June 29.

Clifton A. Clemons, 31, Aurora, aggravated battery to a peace officer, resisting or obstructing a peace officer, attempted aggravated battery, battery, jury status call June 29.

Matthew R. Turner, 27, Byron, two counts aggravated battery, 402 conference July 13.

June 9 Brian C. Horton, 40, Iowa City, Iowa, possession of a controlled substance (meth), possession of a controlled substance, driving while license revoked, obstructing ID, pretrial conference June 23.

David E. Durbin, 33, Rochelle, two counts failure to register as a sex offender, status hearing July 7.

Ricky D. Barnett, 57, Davis Junction, two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, status hearing July 7.

Conor J.E. Smith, 19, Rochelle, home invasion, robbery, criminal damage to property, criminal trespass to real property, status hearing June 23.

James J. Wetzell, 43, Milledgeville, possession of a controlled substance, status hearing June 12.

Andrew M. Long, 34, Oregon, fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer, pretrial conference July 7.

Kory L. Flowers, 36, Mt. Morris, pleaded guilty to driving while license revoked.

Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to 12 months probation and 180 days

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in jail with imprisonment stayed, and ordered him to submit to random drug testing, cooperate with and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment, including Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities as directed by the probation office, to perform 300 hours public service work to be completed at no less than

25 hours per month, and to pay court costs totaling $836. Two other charges, driving under the influence of alcohol and driving with an expired registration, were dismissed as part of a plea agreement.

Jacob J. Gomez, 29, Stillman Valley, aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, unlawful restraint, pretrial conference July 7.

Logan T. Buckwalter, 21,

Rochelle, failure to register as a sex offender, pretrial conference July 7.

Ryan L. Proell, 34, Dixon, possession of a controlled substance, jury status call Aug. 11.

Torye C. Green, 27, Oregon, possession of cannabis with the intent to deliver, possession of cannabis, pretrial conference July 7.

Allen W. Clement, 37,

Oregon, aggravated domestic battery, two counts domestic battery, possession of a stolen vehicle, fleeing or attempting to elude, driving while license revoked, resisting a peace officer, status hearing June 26.

Keinen A. Neubert, 19, Byron, predatory sexual assault of a child, attempted predatory criminal sexual assault of a child,pretrial conference Aug. 8.

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPAs Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800) 426-4791.

Source of Drinking Water

OREGON IL1410400 Annual Water Quality Report for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2016 This report is intended to provide you with important information about your drinking water and the efforts made by the water system to provide safe drinking water.

The source of drinking water used by

OREGON is Ground Water

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In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.

Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming.

For more information regarding this report contact:

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The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity.

Contaminants that may be present in source water include: Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.

Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population.

Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from water runoff, and residential uses. infections. These people should seek advice about Organic chemical contaminants, including drinking water from their health care providers. synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen by-products of industrial processes and petroleum the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other production, and can also come from gas stations, microbial contaminants are available from the Safe urban storm water runoff, and septic systems.

Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

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Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing.

We cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.

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by City Hall or call our water operator at __________________.

To view a summary version of the completed Source Water Assessments, including: Importance of Source Water; Susceptibility to Contamination Determination; and documentation/recommendation of Source Water Protection Efforts, you may access the Illinois EPA website at http://www.epa.state.il.us/cgi-bin/wp/swap-fact-sheets.pl.

Source of Water: OREGONTo determine Oregon's susceptibility to groundwater contamination, information obtained during a Well Site Survey performed by the Illinois Rural Water Association on October 20, 1998 was reviewed. Based on this information, several potential sources of contamination were identified within proximity of this water supply's wells. The Illinois EPA does not consider the city's source water susceptible to contamination. This determination is based on a number of criteria including: monitoring conducted at the wells; monitoring conducted at the entry point to the distribution system; and the available hydrogeologic data on the wells. In anticipation of the U.S. EPA's proposed Ground Water Rule, the Illinois EPA has determined that the water supply is not vulnerable to viral contamination. This determination is based upon the completed evaluation of the following criteria during the Vulnerability Waiver Process: the community's wells are properly constructed with sound integrity and proper site conditions; a hydrogeologic barrier exists that should prevent pathogen movement; all potential routes and sanitary defects have been mitigated such that the source water is adequately protected; monitoring data did not indicate a history of disease outbreak; and a sanitary survey of the water supply did not indicate a viral contamination threat. Because the community's wells are constructed in a confined aquifer, which should minimize the movement of pathogens into the wells, well hydraulics were not considered to be a significant factor in the vulnerability determination. Hence, well hydraulics were not evaluated for this groundwater supply.

Lead and Copper Definitions: Action Level Goal (ALG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. ALGs allow for a margin of safety.

Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow.

Date Sampled MCLG Action Level 90th # Sites Over Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination Lead and Copper (AL) Percentile AL Copper

07/14/2014

1.3

1.3

0.203

0

ppm

N

Lead

07/14/2014

0

15

0

1

ppb

N

Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives; Corrosion of household plumbing systems.

Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits.

Water Quality Test Results Definitions:

The following tables contain scientific terms and measures, some of which may require explanation.

Avg:

Regulatory compliance with some MCLs are based on running annual average of monthly samples.

Level 1 Assessment:

A Level 1 assessment is a study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system.

Level 2 Assessment:

A Level 2 assessment is a very detailed study of the water system to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) why an E. coli MCL violation has occurred and/or why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system on multiple occasions.

Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL:

The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.

Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.

Maximum residual disinfectant level or MRDL:

The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

Maximum residual disinfectant level goal or MRDLG:

The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants.

na:

not applicable.

mrem:

millirems per year (a measure of radiation absorbed by the body)

ppb:

micrograms per liter or parts per billion - or one ounce in 7,350,000 gallons of water.

ppm:

milligrams per liter or parts per million - or one ounce in 7,350 gallons of water.

Treatment Technique or TT:

A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.

Regulated Contaminants Disinfectants and Disinfection ByProducts

Collection Date

Chlorine

12/31/2016

1

2016

2

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)

Highest Level Range of Levels Detected Detected

MCLG

MCL

Units

0.6 - 1.27

MRDLG = 4

MRDL = 4

ppm

N

Water additive used to control microbes.

2.2 - 2.2

No goal for the total

80

ppb

N

By-product of drinking water disinfection.

MCLG

MCL

Units

Highest Level Range of Levels Detected Detected

Violation Likely Source of Contamination

Inorganic Contaminants

Collection Date

Barium

05/26/2015

0.625

0.625 - 0.625

2

2

ppm

N

Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits.

Fluoride

05/26/2015

1.07

1.07 - 1.07

4

4.0

ppm

N

Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories.

Iron

05/26/2015

0.896

0.896 - 0.896

1.0

ppm

N

This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates.

Erosion of natural deposits.

Manganese

05/26/2015

38.1

38.1 - 38.1

150

ppb

N

This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates.

Erosion of natural deposits.

Sodium

05/26/2015

4.37

4.37 - 4.37

ppm

N

Erosion from naturally occuring deposits: Used in water softener regeneration.

Radioactive Contaminants

Collection Date

Highest Level Range of Levels Detected Detected

150

MCLG

MCL

Units

Violation Likely Source of Contamination

Violation Likely Source of Contamination

Combined Radium 226/228

2016

3.17

3.17 - 3.17

0

5

pCi/L

N

Erosion of natural deposits.

Gross alpha excluding radon and uranium

2016

6.29

6.29 - 6.29

0

15

pCi/L

N

Erosion of natural deposits.

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

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF No. 2017 P 34 JOSEPH JANATKA, Deceased.

CLAIM NOTICE and NOTICE TO HEIRS Notice is given to creditors of the death of Joseph Janetka of Dixon, Ogle County, Illinois. Letters of office were issued to Carolyn Janatka, as Independent Executor, whose attorney of record is Gary R. Gehlbach, EHRMANN GEHLBACH BADGER LEE & CONSIDINE, LLC, 225 E First Street, Dixon, Illinois 61021.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court at 106 S. 5th St., Suite 300, Oregon, Illinois 60161, or with the representative, or both, on or before the date which six (6) months after the date of the first publication of this Claim Notice, or, if mailing or delivering of a notice from the representative is required by section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. 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.

Notice is also given to David A. Janatka, heir of Joseph Janatka, whose whereabouts are unknown and who, if he survived the decent, is an interested person in the above proceeding to probate the decedent will dated September 29, 1999, and whose address is not stated in the Petition to Admit the Will to Probate, that order was entered by the court on May 4. 2017, admitting the will to Probate.

Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission, you may file a petition with the court to require a proof of the will by testimony of the witnesses to the will in open court or other evidence as provided in section 6-21 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/6-21).

You also have the right under section 8-1 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/8 -1) to contest the validity of the will by filing a Petition with the court within 6 months after admission of the will to probate.

The estate will be admitted without supervision, unless under section 2804 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.

By: Carolyn Janatka Independent Executor Gary R. Gelbach Ehrmann Gehlbach Badger Lee & Considine, LLC Attorneys for Executor 215 E Frist Street, Suite 100 P.O. Box 447 Dixon, IL 61021 (815) 288-4949 (815) 288- 3068 FAX

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given to a Public Hearing to be held June 27, 2017 at 7:15 PM before the Village Board, Village of Mt. Morris, for the purpose of considering the Appropriation Ordinance for the Village of Mt. Morris for the fiscal year 2016-2017.

A copy of the proposed Appropriation Ordinance is on file at the Village Clerk's Office, 105 W. Lincoln St., for public viewing.

Paula Diehl Village Clerk June 15, 2017

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Dated: May 31, 2017 Laura J. Cook Ogle County Clerk

Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Ordinance No. 17-06A, adopted June 5, 2017, the City Council of the City of Polo, Ogle County, Illinois (the “Municipality”), intends to issue its waterworks and sewerage system revenue bonds (howsoever styled, the “Bonds”) at one time or from time to time as funds are needed up to but in any event not to exceed $1,680,000 in aggregate principal amount for the purpose of paying the costs of the acquisition, construction and installation of wastewater treatment plant and sewer system improvements, and related facilities, improvements and costs (the “Project”), to constitute a part of the Municipality's waterworks and sewerage system (the “System”).

In addition, notice is hereby given that if a petition signed by not less than 138 electors of the Municipality requesting that the question of so acquiring, constructing, and improving the System facilities constituting the Project, and the issuance of waterworks and sewerage system revenue bonds therefor be submitted to the City Clerk within thirty (30) days of the date of publication hereof and of the above ordinance, the question of so acquiring, constructing, improving such facilities and the issuance of Bonds therefor shall be submitted to the electors of the Municipality at the general primary election to be held on March 20, 2018, if such election is held and such question can be and is submitted, and otherwise at the next or prior election at which such question could be so submitted. A form of petition is available in the City Clerk's office. /s/ Sydney Bartelt City Clerk, City of Polo Ogle County, Illinois ORDINANCE NO. 17-06A AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $1,680,000 WATERWORKS AND SEWERAGE SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS OF THE CITY OF POLO, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE COST OF ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING, IMPROVING AND EXTENDING WATERWORKS AND SEWERAGE FACILITIES, AND RELATED MATTERS. PREAMBLES WHEREAS, the City of Polo, Ogle County, Illinois (the “Municipality”), owns and operates a combined waterworks and sewerage system (the “System”) in accordance with the provisions of applicable law concerning municipal waterworks and sewerage systems [Section 5/11-139-1 et seq. of Chapter 65 of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, as supplemented and amended, including by the Local Government Debt Reform Act (collectively, the “Act”)]; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the Municipality (the “Corporate Authorities”) has determined that it is advisable, necessary and in the best interests of the Municipality?s public health, safety and welfare to undertake a project for the acquisition, construction and installation of wastewater treatment plant and sewer system improvements (together with all required mains, lines, structures, equipment, appurtenances and fixtures, all electrical, mechanical or other work and the acquisition of land or rights in land necessary, useful or advisable in connection with such work, and as such work may progress in one or more phases, and other related costs, the “Project”), substantially in accordance with the preliminary plans, specifications and cost estimate therefor prepared by the consulting engineer therefor; and WHEREAS, the estimated cost of the Project, including necessary interest during acquisition, construction and installation, engineering, legal, financial, bond discount, printing and publication costs and other expenses preliminary to and in connection with the Project, is anticipated to be $1,977,000, of which $1,680,000 is to be paid from proceeds of the hereinafter described Bonds and the balance from funds on hand; and WHEREAS, costs of the Project are expected to be paid from an Agency grant (approximately $297,000) proceeds and from proceeds of Bonds payable from the revenues of the System and issued pursuant to the Act, this ordinance and ordinances supplemental to or amending this ordinance authorizing and providing for the issuance of the Bonds, prescribing the details of such Bonds and providing for the collection, segregation and distribution of the revenues of the Municipality's Waterworks and Sewerage System; and WHEREAS, the Municipality has insufficient funds to pay costs of the Project and, therefore, must borrow money and issue the Bonds in evidence thereof, at one time or from time to time and in one or more series, up to the aggregate principal amount of $1,680,000 for such purpose, pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of the Act. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POLO, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, as follows: Section 1. Incorporation of Preambles and Determination to Issue Bonds. The Corporate Authorities hereby find that all of the recitals contained in the preambles to this ordinance are true, complete and correct and hereby incorporate them into this Section 1 of this ordinance by this reference thereto. It is necessary and in the best interests of the Municipality to acquire, construct and install the Project for the public health, safety and welfare, in accordance with the plans and specifications, as described above, that the System be operated as a combined waterworks and sewerage system in accordance with the provisions of the Act, and that for the purpose of acquiring, constructing and installing the Project there are hereby authorized to be issued and sold waterworks and sewerage system revenue bonds of the Municipality in an aggregate principal amount up to but in any event not to exceed $1,680,000 (howsoever styled, the “Bonds”).

Section 2. Publication and Notice. The Tri-County Press is a newspaper published in the Municipality, and its population is 2,355 under the most recent federal census figures. Within 10 days after the adoption of this ordinance, this ordinance shall be published in a newspaper published and of general circulation within the municipality; and if no petition, signed by not less than registered voters of the Municipality being equal to ten percent (10%) of the registered voters of the Municipality, asking that the question of undertaking the Project and of issuing the Bonds to pay the cost thereof be submitted to the electors of the Municipality, is filed with the City Clerk of the Municipality within thirty (30) days after the date of the publication of this ordinance and such notice, then this ordinance shall be in full force and effect. If such petition is filed, an election on the question shall be held as set forth in the form of notice set forth below. The City Clerk shall have available and provide a form of petition to any person requesting one. The City Clerk shall give notice of the foregoing provisions substantially as set forth in the form of the notice presented at the meeting of the Corporate Authorities at which this ordinance is adopted, completed and modified as may be required to comply with the Act together with a publication of this ordinance.

Section 3. Additional Ordinances. If no petition meeting the requirements of applicable law is filed as provided above in Section 2 and there is no material change in the Project and otherwise as herein described, then the Corporate Authorities in accordance with and pursuant to the Act may adopt additional ordinances or other proceedings supplemental to or amending this ordinance, providing for the issuance and sale of up to but in any event not to exceed $1,680,000 of its Waterworks and Sewerage System Revenue Bonds, prescribing the details of such Bonds, and providing for the collection, segregation and distribution of the revenues of the System and the acquisition, construction and installation of the Project. Such additional or supplemental ordinances or other proceedings shall in all instances become effective in accordance with otherwise applicable law; and this ordinance, together with such supplemental and additional ordinances or other proceedings, shall constitute complete authority for the issuance of the Bonds under applicable law.

Section 4. Severability and Repealer. If any section, paragraph, clause or provision of this ordinance shall be held invalid, the invalidity of such section, paragraph, clause or provision shall not affect any of the other provisions of this ordinance. All ordinances, resolutions or orders, or parts thereof, in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are to the extent of such conflict hereby repealed.#hereby repealed.

Upon motion by Alderman Randy School, seconded by Alderman Jim Busser, adopted (and recorded in the Municipality's record's) this 5th day of June, 2017, by roll call vote, as follows: AYES(names): Jim Busser, Phillip Peterson, Troy Boothe, and Randy School NAYS(names): ABSENT(names): Keith Chesnut and Justin Grobe Approved June 5th 2017 Attest: Douglas E. Knapp Maylor, City of Polo Ogle County, Illinois Sydney Bartelt City Clerk, City of Polo, Ogle County, Illinois Note to Publisher: The full text of the ordinance is to follow the above notice. Please check with the City Attorney (M. Thomas Suits, Esq. (815) 946-2276) as to any blanks in the ordinance. Please send two certificates of publication (and text) to: Evans, Froehlich, Beth & Chamley, 44 E. Main Street, Suite 310, Champaign, Illinois 61820-3649; and your publishing statement to City Hall, 115 South Franklin Avenue, Polo, Illinois 61064-1713, Attn: Mayor.

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POLO

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ANNUAL TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 5/1/16--4/30/17 REVENUE SUMMARY: Property Tax, $414,169.54, Licenses, $11,732.88, Sales Tax, $136,190.16, Income Tax, $285,448.01, Increase Use Tax, $73,248.65, Corporate Replacement, $62,040.56, Permits, $1,483.11, Utility Tax, $180,299.83, Fines, $16,646.42, Motor Fuel Tax, $76,247.66, Water Revenue, $290,974.48, Sewer Revenue, $960,669.06, Garbage Revenue, $176,339.60, Interest, $2,713.01, Grants, $11,867.00, Turn On/Turn Off Fees, $200.00, Cable Franchise, $33,238.04, Donations, $13,903.18, Rent, $18,810.50, Video Gaming, 31,082.10, Bridge & Road Tax, $19,993.56, Library Share IMRF, $4,406.97, Landscape Waste Bags, $596.50, Miscellaneous, $3,212.76.

COMPENSATION SUMMARY: Under $25,000.00: Larry Claussen, Jeff Cox, Thomas Doyle, Dan Elsasser, Jason Ferro, Vito Ferro, Ryan Fletcher, David Garard, Timothy Harvey, Phil Labash, Jon Murray, Charles Ostrander, Jeff Pennington, Christian Ponall, Shane Pope, Michael Schroeder, Donald Sorensen, Bruce True, Tim Vandesand. Total: $91,256.43. $25,000.00 to $49,999.99: Jon Beck, Sandra Goodwin, Daniel Sheely.

Total: $124,920.57. $50,000 to $74,999.99: Chad Beitel, Dennis Davis, Paula Diehl, Brian Sutter, Bruce Wigtion.

Total: $299,594.95. $75,000 to 99,999.99: $186,505.65.

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Gene Ashton, Jason White.

Total:

$100,000 to $124,999.99: EXPENDITURE SUMMARY: Ace Hardware & Outdoor Center: $2,589.22, Aflac, Remit Process Svcs.: $6,175.74, Area Tree Service North Division LLC: $5,705.00, Armscor Cartridge Inc.: $2,889.00, Blue Cross Blue Shield: $148,028.26, Bonnell Industries Inc.: $3,573.61, Commonwealth Edison Co.: $33,456.06, Compass Minerals America: $9.989.42, Constellation/Exelon Energy: $88,529.16, Demps Concrete, LLC: $6,125.00, EJ Equipment: $3,050.00, Electrical Engineering & Equipment Co: $3,097.06, Fischers: $3,240.12, Frontier: $16,526.22, Gasvoda & Associates, Inc:, $7,591.10, Gesin, Inc.: $30,797.45, Hach Chemical Co.: $4,210.90, Hometown Tech Solutions: $5,000.00, Humana Dental Ins. Co.: $11,891.49, IEPA Financial Assistance Section: $46,561.62, Ill. EPA Fiscal Service Section: $10,000.00, Ill. Municipal League: $96,821.00, Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund: $103,854.58, Internal Revenue Service: $191,442.23, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency: $555,540.74, Johnson Oil Co.: $5,147.51, Kelley Williamson Co.: $13,514.44, Mahan Daniel: $15,755.00, Martin & Co. Excavating: $13,044.49, Midwest Meter Inc.: $4,938.18, Miller Engineering Co.: $2,541.62, Mt. Morris Public Library: $12,665.57, Mt. Morris Senior Center: $3,250.00, Nationwide Retirement Solutions: $10,098.40, NiCor: $7,202.54, N. Ill. Environmental App.: $11,130.67, Northern Illinois Disposal: $159,892.32, Ogle County Highway Dept.: $3,050.28, Oregon Park District: $4,899.00, PDC Automation: $13,446.13, PDC Laboratories, Inc.: $6,526.75, Petty Cash: $2,658.69, Piedmont Technical Services: $2,750.00, Plum Electric: $23,796.63, Polo Cooperative Assoc.: $5,616.52, Richard Blackburn: $3,425.00, Rockford Bell Credit Union: $7,800.00, Stan's Performance SKC Construction, Inc.: $10,556.49, Shop: $10,494.02, State of Illinois Dept of Revenue $23,513.41, Steffens 3-D Construction, Inc.: $65,700.41, Sterenberg Lanterns Inc.: $8,442.00, Sterling Federal Bank: $17,550.00, Steve Swanson Construction: $17,500.00, Straith, Linda: $3,619.11, Sullivan Foods Corp.: $23,871.00, Tate's Trenching Service: $5,917.50, U.S. Post Office: $4,829.31, Union Savings Bank: $52,286.14, Utility Dynamics: $16,300.00, Utility Service Co.: $23,299.84, Viking Chemical Co., $14,137.40, Village of Progress: $3,120.00, Ward, Murray, Pace & Johnson: $28,718.89 White, Jason: $2,670.90, Willett, Hofmann & Assoc: $11,605.48, WIPFLI: $11.950.00, Wolber & Sons Excavating: $2,717.50.

All others less than $2,500.00: $138,834.20.

I, Bruce True, Treasurer of the Village of Mt. Morris, Illinois do hereby certify that the above is a true copy of the Annual Treasurer's Report for year ending April 30, 2017.

June 15, 2017

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Shots, TIQUES, PRIMIMales $450 & FeTIVES, MORE! www.higgsauction males $500 815631-7391 (no text) service.com STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: CHERYL L. McKEAN Deceased NO. 2017-P-39 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Cheryl L. McKean. Letters of office were issued on May 9, 2017 to Jolene L. McKean, 406 N. Adams Avenue, Polo, Illinois 61064, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, WilliamsMcCarthyLLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, IL 61061.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Dated this 18th day of May, 2017 JOLENE L. McKEAN Independent Executor For the Estate of CHERYL L. MCKEAN Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMSMCCARTHYLLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com June 1, 8, 15, 2017 Polo Fire Protection District Polo Fire Protection Ambulance Service NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Notice is hereby given that a tentative budget and appropriation ordinance for the Polo Fire Protection District and Polo Fire Protection Ambulance Service District in the County of Ogle and the State of Illinois for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2018, will be on file and available to public inspections at the fire station located on South Franklin venue in the City of Polo, Ogle County, Illinois in said District from and after May 22, 2017.

Notice if further hereby given that a Public Hearing in said budget and appropriation ordinance will be held at seven P.M., Central Daylight Savings Tine on the 22nd day of June, 2017, in said District ad that the final action on said ordinance will be take n by the Board of Trustees of said Polo Fire Protection and the Polo Fire Protection Ambulance Service District at a meeting thereof to be held at seven P.M/ Daylight Savings time on the 22nd day of June, 2017, at the Polo Fire Station of the City of Polo, in said District.

By order of the Trustees of said District, dated the 15th day May, 2017.

Polo Fire Protection District BY: Randall Wagner June 15, 2017 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: EVELYN I.SMITH Deceased NO. 2017-P-38 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Evelyn I. Smith. Letters of office were issued on May 8, 2017 to Kim D. Krahenbuhl, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, WilliamsMcCarthyLLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, IL 61061.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Dated this 25th day of May, 2017 KIM D. KRAHENBUHL Independent Executor For the Estate of EVELYN I. SMITH, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMSMCCARTHYLLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com June 1, 8, 15, 2017

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2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ cyh207a

$21,495 $23,495 $28,991 $32,495 2009 Chevrolet Impala 1lt

2009 Toyota Tacoma base v6

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2012 Chevrolet Malibu 1ls

2015 Nissan Versa 1.6s

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2014 Chevrolet Malibu 1ls

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$10,995 $11,399 $11,495 $11,697 $12,690 2012 Ford Edge Limited

2013 Ford Fusion SE

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2016 Ford Focus SE

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2013 Toyota Prius Four

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2013 Dodge Grand Caravan SE

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$12,776 $13,272 $13,895 $13,969 $13,995 2013 Toyota Rav4 XLE

2011 Toyota Camry SE

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2011 Toyota Venza Base

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2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport es jh018a

2014 Honda Civic LX

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$13,995 $13,995 $13,995 $14,395 $16,219 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 1lt

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2012 Chevrolet Captiva SPort LTZ

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2015 Ford Fusion SE

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2012 Chevrolet Equinox 2lt

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2015 Hyundai Tuscon Limited

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$14,495 $17,336 $15,995 $16,995 $17,488 2015 Toyota Camry XSE

2014 Honda CR-v EX

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2013 Buick Encore Leather

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2013 Chrysler Town & Country L

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2013 Ford Explorer Limited

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$17,983 $18,495 $19,995 $20,495 $22,994 2009 CHEVROLET dh081a1y Malibu 2lt 2013 Nissan NH135av Sentra SV 1993 Chevrolet xtg492a1 Corvette Base 2012 Honda CYH190aw Civic ex-l 2015 Dodge vpf290 Dart Limited 2012 Buick xpc076 Lacrosse Premium 2015 Dodge vpf289 Dart Limited

$1o,495 $10,995 $10,995 $11,995 $12,995 $13,994 $13,995

2012 Cadillac CTS Luxury 2014 Nissan Rogue Select S 2015 Ford Fusion SE 2016 Ford Escape SE 2015 Chevrolet Malibu 2lt 2014 Chevrolet Malibu 1ls 2014 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV

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$13,995

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$14,495

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$15,795

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$15,995

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$15,995

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$15,995

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$15,995

2008 Dodge Ram GH164a Pickup 1500 slt 2014 Dodge TH282bw Grand Caravan Se 2015 Nissan IPF923 Sentra SL 2015 Nissan NH098at Rogue SV 2013 Chevrolet CYH162a Camaro 1lt 2006 Dodge RAM GH099b Pickup 2500 ST 2016 Chevrolet xpg080 Impala 2lt

*All prices do not include tax, title, license or doc fees. Dealer not liable for errors.

$15,995 $16,495 $17,495 $18,995 $18,995 $20,995 $21,495

HELP WANTED EDUCATION

503

AIRLINE CAREERS FOR NEW YEAR BECOME AN AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECH. FAA APPROVED TRAINING. FINANCIAL AID IF QUALIFIED - JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE. CALL AIM 800-481-8312

EMPLOYMENT

505

**Family Trucking Company seeking self motivated Drivers** We are a small family owned truck driving operation seeking to hire 2 self motivated individuals.

We Offer: Clean, owner maintained Equipment, Steady work and miles, Weekly pay with Direct Deposit.

GuideHiring lines: CDL Class A, 2 years verifiable experience, Minimum 25 years of age *if under 25 a letter from previous employer stating your experience will be considered* Please call or text (815) 2912176 for more information.

AGRICULTURE McNeill Labor Management, Inc., Belle Glade, FL now hiring 79 temporary Corn Detasselers to work in Lee, LaSalle, Bureau, Grundy, Ogle and Whiteside Counties, IL from 7/5/2017 to 8/20/2017.

Hourly wage of $13.01 or piece rates ranging from $10.00/acre (3rd pull) to $40.00/acre to detassel corn (1st pull), whichever is higher. Perform manual labor to detassel seed corn, remove rogue plants, weeds and volunteer corn plants from seed fields production by hand. Perform prolonged bending, reaching and walking over uneven ground in either dusty or mudconditions. dy Work is outside in extremely wet, humid, hot and dirty conditions.

Drug testing is conducted post-hire at the exemployer's pense and is not part of the interview process. Negative results are required before starting work. Three quarters of an average of 42 hrs./wk guaranteed. Tools, supplies and equipment provided at no cost.

Housing provided at no cost if outside commuting area. If applicable, transportation and exsubsistence pense to the job will be paid upon completion of 50% of the employment period, or earlier.

Apply for this job by reporting to the nearest SWA in the state in which this ad appeared or contact the Workforce Network Peoria, Illinois Central College Perley, Peoria, IL 61602, (309) 999-4592, JO# IL2777790.#

EMPLOYMENT

505

Full or Part Time Local or Regional Drivers Wanted Class A CDL Assigned Peterbilt and Kenworth Trucks Preloaded Trailers Paid Vacations Home Weekends Flexible Dispatch Wellmark Health Insurance Apply online at www.avtrans inc.com or Call Missy 800-397-6387x10

NEW TODAY Live-In Personal Assistant Needed: Free Housing, utilities, cable & Internet and small living allowance in exchange for nights worked in Sterling.

Refs. required.

510-508-3894

Local Road Construction Company seeking a working labor foreman.

Experienced in concrete, pipe, roadways, and site work for Union and Non-Union Work in Northwest Illinois.

Please call (815) 378-2102 EOE

NEW TODAY Permanent part time Class B CDL driver needed to go into O'Hare, Chicago every Friday. $19/hr.

Must pass security and drug tests for employment.

815-625-0373

Receptionist needed for a professional office. Reinsponsibilities clude answering phones, greeting clients, data entry and other general office duties. This part-time position requires computer experience and strong communication skills.

Please send replies to Box#:997923 ,c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081 or email to aomalley@ saukvalley.com Sedona Staffing has immediate openings available searching for Welders, Bookkeeper must have QuickBooks experience,Cook, Retail Sales, Basic Assembly General labor, PT Bank Teller and CNC Operators.

Please apply within our Rock Falls office located at 1515A W Rt. 30 815-716-8901

NEW TODAY Dana Incorporated, Fortune 500 and global leader Company is looking for a Plant Manager to lead its Sterling IL facility.

Please apply www.Dana.com/ Careers and search for Requisition No.12002.

Gaffey Home Nursing & Hospice Inc. is looking for a RN for a part-time home care/hospice care.

New graduates welcome. 2-3 days per week, flexible hours, and some on call time. Call Kim or Vanessa for more information at 815-626-3467

The Polo School District #222 announces the following vacancies: Openings: •Outside Maintenance •Aplington MS Janitor •HS School Cook •HS Head Volleyball Coach •Whiteside Area Career Center Bus Route •Special Education Aide Centennial •6th Grade Girls Basketball Please apply online at http://polo222.org/ page156.html

Position is open until filled.

NEW TODAY

Himalayan kittens for sale, blue point, $150/ea. Also looking for female Himalayan kitten.

EMPLOYMENT 505 Call 847-254-0154

TOP PAY & EXCELLENT BENEFITS! TTI Inc continues to grow -Family Owned, Driver satisfaction is a priority!

EXPERIENCED DRIVERS *Flatbed *Step Deck *Van *LTL Reefer. Full benefits w/Minimal health ins. Premiums, FREE after 5 years! + Industry leading Driver Bonus Program!

Must have Class A CDL, & 2 yrs OTR Exp. Call Ruth or Mike at TTI Inc 1-800-222- 5732 Apply online ttitrucking.com

Two year technical college seeks an adjunct instructor in Mathematics. Able to Remedial teach Mathematics, Algebra, Trigonometry and familiar with MathCad software. with Competent MS office and Learning Management Software.

Minimum of B.S. in Math related field with at least 25 hours college credits in mathematics.

Competitive salary & Benefits. EO/AA Employer & Educator.

Email: gtully@ morrisontech.edu Address: Greg Tully, Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Ave., Morrison, IL 61270

NEW TODAY Local Trucking Company seeks experienced Class A CDL Driver for full time employment hauling grain.

Call 815-9383644 Please leave message.

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775

Whiteside Area Career Center has an opening for a CNA Clinical Instructor. Must be a RN with 2 yrs. experience -1 yr. Must be providing nursing care to elderly/chronically ill adults or teaching theory in an accredited nurse training. Clinical will run Tues. & Thurs. from Oct. 2017-Mar. 2018.

For more info; call 815-626-5810.

Send resume to: Paula Rademacher; Whiteside Area Career Center; 1608 Fifth Ave., Sterling IL 61081.

WACC is an EOE.

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))

CLEANING SERVICES

514

Do you need your house cleaned?

If so, call First Rate Cleaning.

We offer a wide range of services. Call 815-232-1915

LAWN MOWERS

779

Craftsman 20 Hp, 48” deck, electric start. $500 815994-1692

Cub Cadet, 27hp, Kohler GTX 1054, 54” cut, 171 hr., 815-379$1800 2528

LAWN MOWERS

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LTX 1046 Cub Cadet 46” mower w/ 2 bagger.

Low hrs. Like new. $1,600. OBO 815-631-6678 LTX 1046 Cub Cadet 46” mower w/ 2 bagger.

Low hrs. Like new. $1,500. OBO 815-631-6678

Hazelhurst Annual Summer Consignment Auction Saturday July 8, 2017 Call by June 19, 2017 with your list for the sale bill Info - Lyle Hopkins (IL#440.000185) Polo, IL 815-946-2660 or 800-848-9519 Email—slpaspolo@gmail.com Fax—815-946-3745 Lenny Bryson (IL#440.000158) Polo, IL 815-946-4120 Location - Mrs. Sherwood Shank Family Farm

LAWN & GARDEN

781

18hp Ranch King Garden Tractor, 2cyl,, 44” deck, 4spd, w/ 42” snow blade & chains, $380 815-6251606

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE Approx/ 4 partial skids of Pavloc “River Crest” wall system. 3 slate & 1 buff. $500 for all 815-288-1137 Handicap Scooter w/ carrying rack & cover. Class 2 & 3 adapter. Used twice. $1000 815-445-6571 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

FARM LAND WANTED

815

Our Sportsmen will Pay Top $$$ to hunt your land. Call for a Free Base Camp Leasing info packet & Quote.

1-866-309-1507 www.BaseCam pLeasing.com

HAY & STRAW

840

DISABLED LIVESTOCK WANTED Top Prices Paid Call toll free 815-871-2697

SCHAAP LIVESTOCK FARM EQUIPMENT

855

Kubota 7040HDC with 4x4 LA1158 loader, cab w/ heat, air and 3 hydraulics remotes.

2400 hrs. $31,000 815-440-4740 New Holland Baler Hayliner 273, small square asking 815-440$3,000 4740

AUTOMOBILES

905

1979 Ford Bronco 6 in lift, restored, $15,000 or reasonoffer 815able 441-5403 1987 Honda Helix fully loaded.

Exc cond. $989 OBO 815-625-9626 Leave Message 1997 Lincoln Town Car Signature, 155K mi., 815-440black 4621 1998 Dodge Durango 4 wheel dr. mechanically fine.

Good work car. $1200 OBO 815-440-6233 2001 Lincoln Exc. Cond. 145 K mi. $3,000 OBO. 815-625-9296 2007 Ford Fusion, $1200 needs engine work. 815499-0288 2008 Chevy Cobalt 4dr. Blue/ Grey. 79k mi. $5,700 815-213-3812 2009 Chevy Impala LT, Loaded, 152K, Runs great, $3000 815-677-6266 2011 Equinox, 67,238 mi., good tires, $12,000/obo 815-631-7070

TRUCKS

910

2002 GMC Sierra ext. cab. Z71 4x4 High mi., runs exc. $4,500 OBO 815-901-2642

4X4S

912

2002 Jeep Liberty Limited 4x4, Full Pwr, A/C, V6, Auto, 135K mi, sunroof, good cond. $3,900 815-440-1520

MOTORCYCLES

935

TOP CASH PAID! FOR OLD MOTORCYCLES! 1900-1979 DEAD OR ALIVE! 920-371-0494

BOATS/MOTORS

940

825

FOR SALE-small bales of alfalfa, grass hay & wheat straw. Call 815440-4621.

LIVESTOCK / SUPPLIES

MOTORCYCLES

935

1992 Yamaha, Thunder Silent XV1100, 10,255 mi., 1 owner, as is, (been in storage) Asking $1500/obo.

Call 815-535-3663 after 6 pm.

1995 Honda Goldwing. Runs good, good brakes, good tires. Triked out w/ Voyager 3 wheel kit. Lots of chrome.

Asking $8,000 815-537-2749 1999 Yamaha, Black, V- Star.

3400 mi. $3,000 FIRM & extras.

815-778-3793 2003 Harley Davidson SLSTFI Anniversary model, black/silver 22844 miles, lots of chrome & extras $12,000 if interested & for more info call 815-718-5143 2006 Yamaha 1000, Concours 26k mi., fairing & bags tour pack, extra windshield, new $3300/obo tires, 218-341-4420 2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 900CC Special Edition motorcycle with 5149 mi. asking $4350 OBO Call Russ Berogan or Charlie Gonigam at 815-379-2151 Mon.–Fri. 7AM - 4PM 2015 Honda $3000 CB300F 815-625-1754 Harley Davidson 2002 Heritage Softail.Immaculate Condition. $7500 815-440-5972

'92 Larson Hampton, 22' cuddy, 5.7 Murc. IO, ice box, stove, head, full camp covers, good weekender, great cond! No wood, No rot. $7,000 815-973-2437 *** THE BOAT DOCK *** We Buy & Consign Used Boats!

217-793-7300 theboatdock.com *** THE BOAT DOCK *** 18' Pontoon with for sale trailer $6500 815-6770433 1958 13' wooden hull/veneer) (oak split seat Speed w/25Hp Boat Johnson outboard motor, life jackets, 1959 trailer (new tires) $3,000. 815677-0433 1986 Wellcraft Boat & Trailer Inboard/Outboard 180 American 170 hp Mercury Cruise $2200 Call 815441-2242 or can see at 1606 E. Rt. 30, Rock Falls.

Lund Fiberglass Nisswa DLX 16, deep V fishing boat with 50 HP Johnson motor, trim & tilt, trolling motor, two depth finders, Easy Load trailer.

One owner. $3900 /obo 815-718-5703 SEA-NYPH 15' fishing machine new track electric anchor winch.

20HP Mercury outboard motor. Trail master trailer w/ spare tire mounted. Minn Kota Model 65 trolling motor. $1700 815-535-6366

TRAILERS/RVS

945

1990 Jayco PopUp Trailer 1206, sleeps 5-6, awning, indoor /outdoor table & stove $2500 312-350-2322 2005 320 RLS Copper Canyon, 2 slide outs, fiber glass siding, too many options to Nice-Must list.

See! $11000 815677-1533 or 815631-3186 2007 16' enclosed trailer Tandem Axel great shape. Brand new tires! $3,400 815-622-4258

2008 34' Cedar Creek 5th wheel trailer. Winter package w/ 3 slide outs & 2003 Club car golf cart. $18,000 OBO 815-441-5403 2008 Sunseeker Class C Motorhome, Ford E-450 V10, 16,000 Miles, 30', 2 slides, Like New $38,600 815-994-6027 2010 32' Coachman 3 slide 5th wheel, exc. cond., many upgrades, $15,000 firm 815-438-7422 2012 Puma 253FBS 5th wheel trailer, slide out super size “U” dinette, rear sofa, sleeps 6.

27'8” long. Very clean. $12,000 OBO 815-440-0909 2014 New Wells Cargo, enclosed trailer red, never used, $5,000 OBO, double-axle 12'x6' 815-6274447 leave message. Serious inquires only.

Colman's RV We buy/consign used Campers & RV's!

217-787-8653

www.colmansrv.com

NEW TODAY Will consider any reasonable offer over $16,000 for our 2007 Montana 5th Wheel, 3 slides, 36' long, like new cond. inside 815-973-4697

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OVER 500 SOLD SINCE DECEMBER 1ST! OVER 100 LOCAL TRADES UNDER $10,000!

OVER 50 PREOWNED UNDER $5,000!

OVER 30 BRANDS TO CHOOSE FROM! WE BUY FOR LESS! WE SELL FOR LESS, EVERYDAY! NO PAYMENTS UNTIL AUGUST!!! • DRIVE NOW PAY LATER!!!

HURRY IN FOR BEST SELECTION COME SEE WHY WE ARE #1 IN USED TODAY! LUXURY FOR LESS! $59,999*

$67,999*

2013 Mercedes Benz SL 550

2014 Range Rover

Only 26,000 miles. 1-owner proudly Mercedes Certified.

Like new! 450 HP Bi-turbo over $100,000 new!

$64,999* 2015 Cadillac Escalade Premium

Only 12,000 miles. 1-owner. Autostarts.

Showroom new!

Only 24,000 miles. Every available option. Over 90,000 mi!

Showroom new!

MANAGER’S SPECIAL UP TO 5,000 DISCOUNTS OFF EVERYDAY LOW PRICES! $16,999* 2015 Toyota Camry LE Only 14,000 miles! Showroom new.

Last one! Hurry!

NOTHING !

K C A B D L E H YOU SAVE BIG!

$14,999* 2016 Buick Verano Only 13,000 miles!

Manager’s special was $16,999.

$ , $19,999* 2013 Cadillac XTS

1-owner. Only 39,000 miles! Non-smoker, balance of 100,000 mile. GM warranty @ no charge! Save $2,000 plus off new! Was $22,999, you save $3,000!

$11,999* 2014 Toyota Corolla S

Local Trade - Purchased locally new! Low miles!

Manager’s special was $13,999.

$15,999* 2015 Ford CMAX - Hybrid

$19,999* 2017 Buick Regal Sport

Low miles - loaded! Black on Black - like new! Was $23,999.

Hurry! $19,999 you save $4,000! Save thousands off new!

$10,999* 2010 Lexus IS 250

Only 9,000 miles - loaded! Like new! Was $18,999, you save $3,000!

Was $15,999, you save $4,000!

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JUST IN!

$8,999* 2012 Chrysler 200C Stock photo.

$9,999*

2014 Chrysler 200 LX Stock photo.

90k miles. Stock photo.

$10,999*

2013 Chevy Cruze

$14,999* 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport Sunroof. Low miles. Stock photo.

$16,999* 2014 Dodge Journey Limited Only 27k. Sunroof. 3rd seat. Black on Black.

$8,999* 2013 Nissan Sentra S

52k miles. Stock photo.

DVD - extra clean. Low miles! Stock photo.

2015 Chevy Sonic Low miles! 40+ mpg.

$14,999* 2014 Chrysler Town & Country Loaded - DVD

$23,999* 2011 Chevy Avalanche 4x4 Crew Cab Only 18,000 miles! One Owner

1701 E 4th St Sterling (815) 625-9600

$9,999* , 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan Hero

$10,999*

OVERSTOCK

$9,999* , 2012 Chevy Malibu LTZ Stock photo.

$13,999*

$11,999*

2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS 54k miles. Stock photo.

Your Choice!

$15,999* 2015 Chevy Equinox LT’s Only 2 to choose from! Sunroof. Back up cameras. Balance of 100,000 mile powertrain warranty @ no charge! Stock photo.

Starting at

$24,999* 2016 Ford Edge SEL Titanium

3 to choose from. All loaded w/ low miles. Stock photo.

2014 Chevy Captiva Sport Low miles.

$15,999* 2013 Chevy Equinox LT Low miles.

From

$34,999* 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Saharas Loaded!!! 4 to choose from! Only 11,000 miles!!!

849 North Galena Ave Dixon (815) 288-9600

Over 350 in stock!!!

SM-ST20312-0615

www.majeskimotors.com Like Us *Plus tax, title, license & doc fee. Payments based on 3.99% APR financing for 75 months with approved credit with vehicles up to $10,000 - $1,000 down, vehicles $10,000-$20,000 - $2,000 down, vehicles $20,000 - $25,000 - $3,000 down, vehicles $25,000+ - $5,000 down. Photos for illustration only. Dealer not liable for errors. **Plus tax, title, license & doc fee. Payments based on 2.99% APR financing for 72 months with approved credit and $2000 down. Photos for illustration only. Dealer not liable for errors.