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POLO TRI-COUNTY PRESS VOLUME 164 NO. 9 • SERVING THE POLO AREA SINCE 1857

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Friday, May 13, 2022 • $1.00

HELPING OUT

Contestants Sought

Ogle County Fair seeks contestants for its 2022 queen pageant. / 3

LIVE THEATER

PAG Play

Performances are at Pinecrest Grove Theatre in Mt. Morris. / 3

Graduation Section Photos of

2022 graduates are featured in this special section. / INSERT One section • 24 pages

Alexa Zoellner/Shaw Media

Linda Shank, left, and Betty Hook, both members of St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Polo, spent Tuesday volunteering at Second Hand Rose. Shank writes down the cost of a customer’s purchase while Hook bags the items. Second Hand Rose is sponsored by The Polo Community Council of Churches. The purpose of the store is to provide good used clothing to the community at a reasonable price and to remain self-supporting.

INDEX Betty’s Column ........ 9 Classifieds ........ 22-24 Colbert Column ......18

Library News ...........14 Oregon Police.........20 Otto’s Column .......... 6

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Property Transfers..21 Sheriff Activity.......20 Zoning ......................21

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Polo to create business development district

By ALEXA ZOELLNER

azoellner@shawmedia.com The process of creating a business development district in Polo is underway.

Polo City Council members voted 4-0 on May 2 to approve a contract with Jacob & Klein and The Economic Development Group to help the city establish and administer a BDD. J&K, a law firm, will provide administrative services and legal advice; EDG, an economic consulting firm, will provide technical advice.

The services cost $16,000 the first year, and then there is an annual administrative fee of $2,500, plus other expenses, according to the contract.

“It looks all favorable to me,” Mayor Doug Knapp said.

Participating businesses within the BDD would raise their sales tax by 0.25%, Bartelt explained in a previous interview.

The money would go into a fund, which then would go back to the participating businesses as the owners applied for use of the money.

City council members would set criteria for applications and would vote to approve Doug Knapp funding requests, she said.

Businesses can opt-out of the BDD, but they then will not be eligible to request use of the funds, Bartelt said.

The proposed BDD boundaries will encompass downtown Polo and the entirety of Division Avenue within city limits.

“There’ll be $65,000 in there the first year, minimum,” Alderperson Randy Schoon said.

He agreed that a BDD could be a good

way to help Polo businesses, but also brought up some concerns he said he heard from business owners.

One concern is that some people feel the BDD funds shouldn’t be able to be used for maintenance, Schoon said.

“Another thing is, they wanted to make absolutely positively sure that we couldn’t access that fund for anything else,” Schoon said. “I said, ‘I don’t think that’s possible.’”

Applications for use of BDD funds likely will end up being funneled through a committee of council members – and possibly local business owners – and then onto the full city council for final approval. City council members also are able to set stipulations for use of the funds, such as how often one can request use and how much money can be applied for.

Alderpersons Beth Sundman and Keith Chesnut were absent.

June 18.

Tickets are $20 and available at First State Bank Shannon Polo and at Koeller Hardware in Forreston. Prizes are two quarter beef, two half

hogs and $100 gift certificate to Polo Fresh Food Market.

For more information, call 815-238-0078 or 815-994-1599.

ents. It was great to see so many families out enjoying the evening.

My brother, Ben Bittinger, his wife, Jo, their son, Garrett, our cousin, Luke Sheely, and I went out to dinner in Rockford on Saturday night. We celebrated with each other for Mother’s Day and enjoyed a lovely evening out.

This afternoon, I received messages and phone calls from my children. Clint is finalizing his plans to come home. I am expecting him to arrive next weekend and he will stay for a month. After more than a year apart, I am thrilled to have some time with him.

This past week was teacher appreciation week. We were showered with gifts, food and lots of kind words. I especially loved the homemade cards. Several times, my students have given me signs that say “best teacher” or “favorite teacher.”

I will admit that some days I don’t feel like I have earned those titles. Even on my bad days, they still have kind words for me.

I am so lucky to have my students. While I concentrate on teaching them, they are lifting me up each day.

There have been many times in my life when I feel I don’t deserve God’s love. Still, He lets me know that I am loved every day.

It can be the kind and loving words of a friend or the shared laugh with a student.

One of the best things about God’s love is that it never runs out. It is available for all of us. Once we accept His love, we start to find it in all kinds of places. God is everywhere and available for each of us whenever we need Him. On the days that I feel like I am running out of patience, God’s love comes shining through giving me what I need to persevere. When I am too tired to keep going, His love brings me rest and the encouragement I need to keep going.

God is with us in so many different ways. If you are ever filled with doubt, take a look around and see that God is still here.

He is covering us with His love. He is helping us to keep going. His love is amazing.

I hope to see you next Sunday when we gather again for worship. We meet in person in our little church in the country and on Facebook Live. We gladly welcome you and your family to come and learn more about our loving Father.

BRIEF Drawing for annual Polo Lions Club meat raffle will be June 19

Ticket sales are ongoing for the Polo Lions Club meat raffle, with the drawing scheduled for

PINE CREEK NEWS

BY KAREN MERLAK After weeks of rainy weather, it was great to see the sun over the weekend. I opened my house and let the fresh air inside. We have waited such a long time for warmer weather and now that it is here, we have a great appreciation. For each beautiful day, we thank our Creator.

This morning in church, we were greeted by Sandra Ford. Pastor Suzanne Hall Stout brought the message for the morning. She shared the children’s message with MaKyla who was visiting with her great-grandma June Shafer.

James and Nancy Hopkins have returned from a trip to Lubbock, Texas.

While there, they attended the wedding of Makala Pinkston to Nancy’s great-nephew, Alex Nelson. James and Nancy enjoyed visiting with all of their Texas relatives.

On Tuesday evening, I attended the regular meeting of our PEO Chapter at the home of Lisa Coffman. We had a wonderful visit with our chapter. Attending the meeting from Pine Creek were Vicki Hay, Maggie Henning and Beverly Coffman.

This past Thursday evening, I attended the art fair at Forreston Grade School. The students shared their many artistic tal-

• Karen Merlak lives in Polo and is a member of the Pine Creek Christian Church.

The Ogle County Fair Board is seeking contestants for its 2022 Queen Pageant.

The pageant includes four divisions: Little Miss & Mr., Junior Miss, Young Miss and Miss Ogle County Fair. It will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 3, opening night of the fair, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

The 168th Ogle County Fair will be held from Wednesday, Aug. 3, through Sunday, Aug. 7, at the fairgrounds, 1440 N. Limekiln Road, one mile west of Oregon just north of Illinois 64.

The Little Miss & Mr. Division is open to children

ages 5-8, Junior is for ages 9-12, Young is for ages 13-15, and Miss is open to ages 16-21.

An informational meeting for all contestants will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June 6, at the fairgrounds.

Winners in each division will participate in events at this year’s fair and throughout the coming year.

The deadline for all entries and fees is July 15. For more information on how to enter, forms, fees, and pageant guidelines send an email to ocfqueen@gmail. com.

Emma Thurow, 18, of Davis Junction, was chosen Miss Ogle County 2021 at the Ogle County Fair.

Earleen Hinton /Shaw Media

LIVE THEATER

PAG performances in May at Pinecrest Grove Theatre The Performing Arts Guide will present “The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong” May 13-15 and May 20-22 at the Pinecrest Grove Theatre.

Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday performances are at 2 p.m.

The play is about a fictitious Cornley University Drama Society that has received a substantial bequest and is putting on a performance of The Murder at Haversham Manor – a 1920s murder mystery play.

The script was written by the fictitious Susie H. K. Brideswell.

During the performance, a play within a play, a plethora of disasters befall the cast, including doors sticking, props falling from the walls, and floors collapsing. Cast members are seen misplacing props, forgetting lines, etc.

For ticket information call 815-7342103 or order tickets online at performingartsguild.com.

The Performing Arts Guild (PAG) has been in existence for 40 years in Northern Illinois offering seasonal musicals, plays and special events relating to the creative arts.

PAG’s predecessors, the Blackhawk Area Players and Mt. Morris Music Theater, had been offering productions to the community since 1960.

In 1981, the Performing Arts Guild was born and since its inception, has consistently offered annual seasons.

PAG’s Mission is multifaceted: it aims to foster appreciation of the theater, to create opportunities for all who are interested in theater to participate in production at all levels, and to promote the general cultural and aesthetic welfare of the community.

LIVE MUSIC

Schedule set for Jamboree

Summer is just around the corner signaling the time for celebration with free concerts on the Campus in the center of Mt. Morris.

“Marking our 10th year of doing just that, the Mt. Morris Jamboree aims to please with a full schedule of 12 free shows on Friday nights including food concessions provided by local charitable organizations and various food trucks,” organizer Larry Ubben said.

All concerts begin at 7 p.m. with food being served from

Photo supplied

The Performing Arts Guide will present “TheOne-Act Play That Goes Wrong” May 13-15 and May 20-22 at the Pinecrest Grove Theatre. Pictured here are Zaden VandeSand, Montana Larson, Hannah Sheely, Alexander Cremeans and Dennis Cheatwood.

6 p.m. until midway through the show.

“Please mark your calendars and plan to join us on our beautiful and historic village square for a night of family friendly entertainment. Here’s your list of fantastic performers for 2022,” Ubben said.

June 10 - The Neverly Brothers - Elvis through the Beatles June 17 - Generation - Classic Rock and Soul June 24 - Grass Attack - Bluegrass July 1 - The StingRays - Oldies/Classic Rock

July 8 - SHiNDiG! - Oldies R&R July 15 - Fortunate Sons - Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute July 22 - Jonny Lyons and the Pride - Classic Rock July 29 - The Harmans - Bluegrass Aug. 5 - The Jimmys - Blues, Funk, Soul and R&B Aug. 12 - Howard and the White Boys - Blues Aug. 19 - Dirty Fishnet Stockings - Rockabilly Aug. 26 - Chicago Tribute Anthology - Music from the band Chicago and more

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Annual Drinking Water Quality Report POLO IL1410450 Annual Water Quality Report for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2021 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 POLO is Ground Water For more information regarding this report contact: Name Mike Mumford Phone (815) 946-3514 Este informe contiene información muy importante sobre el agua que usted bebe. Tradúzcalo ó hable con alguien que lo entienda bien.

Source of Drinking Water 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.

- 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.

- Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff, and residential uses.

- Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems.

- Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

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.

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.

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 or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/ CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800426-4791).

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.

Source Water Name WELL 2 (11805) WELL 3 (11806) WELL 4 (00163)

500 GPM

Type of Water GW GW GW

Report Status Active Active Active

Location Polo Polo Polo

Source Water Assessment We want our valued customers to be informed about their water quality. If you would like to learn more, please feel welcome to attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. The source water assessment for our supply has been completed by the Illinois EPA. If you would like a copy of this information, please stop by City Hall or call our water operator at (815)440-0192. 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: POLO Based on information obtained in a Well Site Survey published in 1994 by the Illinois EPA, several potential sources are located within 1,500 feet of the wells.

The Illinois EPA has determined that the Polo Community Water Supply’s source water is not suspectibile 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 available hydrogeologic data on the wells.Furthermore, in anticipation of the U.S. EPA’s proposed Ground Water Rule, the Illinois EPA has determined that the Polo Community Water Supply is not vulnerable to viral contamination. This determination is based upon the evaluation of the following criteria during the Vulnerability Waiver Process: the community’s wells are properly constructed with sound integrity and proper siting conditions; a hydraulic barrier exists which 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 the 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 prevent the movement of pathogens into the wells, well hydraulics were not considered to be a significant factor in the susceptibility determination. Hence, well hydraulics were not evaluated for this system ground water supply.

2021 Regulated Contaminants Detected Coliform Bacteria Maximum Contaminant Level Goal

Total Coliform Maximum Contaminant Level

Highest No. of Positive

0

1 positive monthly sample

1

Fecal Coliform or E. Coli Maximum Contaminant Level

Total No. of Positive E. Coli or Fecal Coliform Samples

Violation

Likely Source of Contamination

0

N

Naturally present in the environment.

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.

Lead and Copper

Date Sampled

MCLG

Action Level (AL)

90th Percentile

# Sites Over AL

Units

Violation

Copper

08/13/2019

1.3

1.3

0.73

0

ppm

N

Lead

08/13/2019

0

15

1.4

0

ppb

N

Water Quality Test Results Definitions: Avg: Level 1 Assessment: Level 2 Assessment: Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG: Maximum residual disinfectant level or MRDL:

Likely Source of Contamination Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives; Corrosion of household plumbing systems.

Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits.

The following tables contain scientific terms and measures, some of which may require explanation.

Regulatory compliance with some MCLs are based on running annual average of monthly samples.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Oregon High School’s Class of 1962 is planning its 60th reunion for Saturday, June 11, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Ogle County Brewery in downtown Oregon.

Attendees can order off the menu. There will not be a “sit-down dinner.” A class photo will be taken at 7 p.m.

Those planning on attending are asked to respond by May 28 to Cecelia Zimmerman, 815-732-535-2078.

Mt. Morris Class of 1957 planning breakfast

Members of the Mt. Morris Class of 1957 will be holding their annual breakfast Friday, May 27, at about 9 a.m. at the Campus Cafe, in the heart of the town square.

Classmates are encouraged to come early and stay late.

“Where DOES The Time Go”, the theme for their forthcoming 65th reunion, will be open for discussion and final plans formed.

The Mt. Morris graduating class of 1957 has held an annual breakfast since 1958 starting small with a lady’s coffee and finally, as word spread including everyone, forming long lasting friendships beyond our school days together.

The class motto is: We’ll be friends forever, won’t we?

Pooh? asked Piglet. “Even longer,” Pooh answered, from “Winnie-the-Pooh” by A. A. Milne.

Tractor jamboree May 14

AJ’s Tractor Jamboree is slated for Saturday, May 14, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1675 S. Columbian Road, Oregon.

The event will include garden tractor plowing, rope making, parade, swap meet, tractor games and 4-H auction.

Loader tractors will be featured at this year’s event.

Admission is $10 per person. All proceeds from the event will go to the Blackhawk Crossing 4H Club.

For more information, call 815-262-6358

Chana School Museum sale June 3-4

The Chana School Foundation will have its 24th Annual Rummage Sale at the Oregon Coliseum in the lower level on Friday, June 3, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, June 4, from 8 a.m. to noon.

Proceeds from the sale are used to support the 1883 Chana School Museum.

The Chana School is the only two-room wooden schoolhouse in Illinois on the National Register of Historical Places.

The historical The historic Chana School is located 1883 Chana School Museum is along River Road in Oregon Park East. funded entirely by donations, grants and fundraisers.

Donated items for the sale can be dropped off at the Coliseum on Wednesday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday, June 2, from 8 a.m. to noon.

“We cannot take large entertainment centers, large appliances, mattress/springs and pianos. If you have

questions concerning your items, please call Ray Gruber at 815-979-2903,” said Connie Stauffer, a volunteer with the Chana School Foundation Anyone wishing to volunteer to help at this year’s sale should contact Stauffer at 815-732-2447.

Church to host blood drive

The Chana United Methodist Church, 606 Main St. in Chana, is hosting a Community Blood Drive on Wednesday, May 25.

Staff from the Rock River Valley Blood Center will draw blood between 2 to 6 p.m. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcomed. If you are 17 years old [16 with parental consent], weigh at least 110 pounds and are in good general health you should be eligible to donate blood.

One in three people will need blood and you never know when you or someone you love might be the one.

The Rock River Valley Blood Center is the sole supplier of blood and related services to OSF Saint Anthony, Rockford Memorial, Swedish American, Swedish American Medical Center, and Rochelle Community Hospitals among others.

The Rock River Valley Blood Center needs to keep an adequate on-shelf supply, so a need for donations is always present to meet patient needs.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Carole at 815-595-4559 or email suttonsinthepines@yahoo. com or visit RRVBC.org.

Water Quality Test Results Maximum residual disinfectant level goal or The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the MRDLG: 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 Collection Highest Level Range of Levels and Disinfection MCLG MCL Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination Date Detected Detected By-Products 12/31/2021

0.9

0.7 - 1.1

MRDLG = 4

MRDL = 4

ppm

N

Water additive used to control microbes.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Chlorine

2021

1

1.33 - 1.33

No goal for the total

60

ppb

N

By-product of drinking water disinfection.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)

2021

9

9.11 - 9.11

No goal for the total

80

ppb

N

By-product of drinking water disinfection.

Collection Date

Highest Level Detected

Range of Levels Detected

MCLG

MCL

Units

Violation

Barium

08/05/2020

0.42

0.14 - 0.42

2

2

ppm

N

Fluoride

08/05/2020

0.691

0.638 - 0.691

4

4.0

ppm

N

Iron

08/05/2020

0.19

0.18 - 0.19

1.0

ppm

N

Manganese

08/05/2020

5.6

5.3 - 5.6

150

ppb

N

Sodium

08/05/2020

9.2

6.3 - 9.2

ppm

N

Zinc

08/05/2020

0.013

0.011 - 0.013

5

5

ppm

N

Collection Date

Highest Level Detected

Range of Levels Detected

MCLG

MCL

Units

Violation

2021

4.38

4.38 - 4.38

0

5

pCi/L

N

Erosion of natural deposits.

2021

3.43

3.43 - 3.43

0

15

pCi/L

N

Erosion of natural deposits.

Inorganic Contaminants

Radioactive Contaminants Combined Radium 226/228 Gross alpha excluding radon and uranium

150

Likely Source of Contamination Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits.

Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories.

This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Erosion of natural deposits.

This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Erosion of natural deposits.

Erosion from naturally occuring deposits. Used in water softener regeneration.

This contaminant is not currently regulated by the USEPA. However, the state regulates. Naturally occurring; discharge from metal Likely Source of Contamination

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Oregon reunion for Class of 1962

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LOCAL HISTORY

Zephyr ran for 36 years, stopped by Oregon Depot

By OTTO DICK The Twin Cities Zephyr was a streamlined passenger train on the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad running between Chicago and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.

Trains went west from Chicago passing by the Oregon Depot to the Mississippi River and along that river to St. Paul, Minnesota.

The first two train-sets on this route numbered 1901 and 1902 made a trial run April 21, 1935, in 5 hours and 41 minutes, an average of 77.65 mph.

These train-sets were too small so a second pair of six train-sets were ordered as replacements.

The second train-set entered service Dec. 18, 1936. These train-sets were permanently coupled together.

Thus additional cars were not an option.

At first this train-set made a oneway trip each day. In July 1935, each train-set traveled a round-trip each day. Later, five passenger trains traveled between Chicago and the Twin Cities. Four of these were during the daylight hours

Following the three and six trainsets, individual Zephyr cars were coupled to separate streamlined engines.

Each train consisted of a baggage-club car, four dome coaches, a diner and a dome-parlor-observation car that included a private drawing room with five seats.

The Twin Cities Zephyrs ran for 36 years until 1971 when Amtrak took over most intercity passenger trains in the United States.

We have at the Oregon Depot several train schedules showing their arrival times at the depot.

Today we have the Zephyr Subdivision which Richard Rhoads’ grandfather established, so the Zephyr name still lives in Oregon and Rich, Chris Martin and Roger Cain are working on bringing a dome car from the Twin Cities Zephyr to the Oregon Depot Yard.

When it arrives, it will need a lot of work. This Zephyr Car will be a grand addition to the Oregon Depot and viewing stand.

Photos provided by Otto Dick

ABOVE: A Zephyr sits on the tracks by the Oregon Depot.

LEFT: This Zephyr hit a snow plow. BELOW: School children visit the Zephyr.

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

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This month’s column pays tribute to a reading specialist from the Oregon School District, Myrna Hart, who taught in Oregon for 33 years. She passed away on March 31 of this year.

Myrna was a fifth grade teacher for six years. When she earned her master’s degree in reading instruction from Northern Illinois University, she became a reading specialist and then worked with kindergarten through third grade students for 27 years in that role. Myrna certainly knew the importance of literacy in the lives of her students and spent those years helping students build their literacy skills.

As a colleague, Myrna also worked with other reading teachers in the district as well as with classroom teachers and other staff. She often collaborated and brainstormed with them, trying to find the best books and the best ways to help young readers, especially for those who struggled in learning to read.

Another focus of Myrna’s was helping her students develop a love for reading. For those for whom learning to read is hard this can be a difficult task. Myrna was expert at finding just

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In her memory, friends, colleagues and family have contributed funds to help purchase new books for the current reading specialists at Oregon Elementary School. A donation of $4,050 was presented to them on Monday, May 2, by Myrna’s son Ryan Hart.

You might wonder why so many books might be needed to teach students how to read. Teaching early readers requires books with controlled vocabulary. Initially they learn to sound out, read and write simple three letter words with a consonant-vowel-consonant pattern (such as hat, big, fun). In order to grow as readers, they need to read lots of books that have

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Annual Drinking Water Quality Report OREGON IL1410400 Annual Water Quality Report for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2021 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 For more information regarding this report contact: Name Jeff Pennington Phone 815-732-7098 Este informe contiene informacion muy importante sabre el agua que usted bebe. Traduzcalo o hable con alguien que lo entienda bien.

Source of Drinking Water 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.

- 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 - Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff, and residential uses.

- Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems.

- Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturallyoccurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

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.

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.

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 or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/ CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

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.

Source Water Information Source Water Name Type of Water Report Status Location WELL 2 (11800) GW WELL 3 (11801) GW WELL 4 (11802) GW Source Water Assessment We want our valued customers to be informed about their water quality. If you would like to learn more, please feel welcome to attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. The source water assessment for our supply has been completed by the Illinois EPA. If you would like a copy of this information, please stop by City Hall or call our water operator at 815-732-7098.

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: OREGON To determine Or egon’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.

2021 Regulated Contaminants Detected 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.

Lead and Copper Date Sampled MCLG Action Level (AL) 90th Percantile #Sites Over Al Units Violation Likely Source of Contamination Copper 08/27/2020 1.3 1.3 0.64 0 ppm N Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives; Corrosion of household plumbing systems.

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 Disinfection and Disinfection By-products Chlorine Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Inorganic Contaminants Barium

Collection Date 12/31/2021 2021 2021 Collection Date 2021

Highest Level Range of Levels Detected Detected

Source of Units Violation Likely Contamination Water Additives use to control 1 0.7 - 1.23 MRDLG = 4 MRDL = 4 PPM N microbes No goal for By-product of drinking water 1 1.12-1.12 60 ppb N the total disinfection No goal for By-product of drinking water 6 6.04 - 6.04 80 ppb N the total disinfection Highest Level Range of Levels Likely Source of MCLG MCL Units Violation Detected Detected Contamination Discharge of Drilling waste; Discharge from metal 0.96 0.96 – 0.96 2 2 PPM N refineries; Erosions of Natural Deposits MCLG

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t was a good thing it was decided to move our May meeting to the Polo Senior Center because the place was packed. We had 86 there for the program on the Peek Home and it was a great evening.

Beth attempted to Zoom our program for those who could not make it but that did not want to work. We also need to invest in some lapel microphones for future use.

When you hold a microphone, it has to be right up to your mouth to be effective. People are afraid of a microphone in the first place. Then it is very difficult to hold your notes and a microphone at the same time.

One needs to have a good podium to spread your notes out and then one hand always keeps the microphone up to your mouth. The other hand works with your notes. The entire process is not easy especially when you have nearly 90 people in the room.

It was good visiting with those you had not seen before COVID. We have been shut up for entirely too long and it was nice to have something in the community.

It was great to have Tom Nelson from the city and he still loves Polo. He loves to walk around in the community and sit on a park bench. It is still hard to imagine being dropped off at the Peek Home as a 6-year0old child.

But children are resilient and they learn to adapt. So far we have records of 298 children that called Peek Home their home. We also realized there were some not recorded toward the

end and at different times. We are adding those names since we do not want to miss anyone.

We need to make a display at the museum of the Peek Home and that is one of our to-do things on the list. We also need to finish the display of the churches and the Lutheran Church is one of those that did not get done years ago.

We will plan on starting that in June and Lori, our Lutheran Church secretary, will help. Lily is now on board for the summer so the young ones will have good ideas.

Last week, Linda Poole, Linda Gall, Lily and myself spent one afternoon getting Aplington House ready for the school tour of the seventh and eighth graders.

I looked up at one spot and realized that the early 1900 portrait of the Plum children had not been brought up to Aplington House and I knew exactly

the spot where I wanted it.

Lily went back to the museum, carried it back to the house and hung it up for me.

The frame is very beautiful and it looks lovely on the wall beside the clock that Paul Graehling made for Polo Historical Society many years ago. I love the hand painted picture of the children.

The children are Doris Plum Blough, Gladys Plum Clayton and Lowell Plum. Thank you to the Blough family. Now I need to make a card so people know who they are.

We still have more to do to get ready for the school students later on in May. It will be a big day and 15 people will be helping to give some of the history of Polo and Buffalo Grove.

Mason St. in Polo.

The lunch/auction donation price is $15 and tickets will be sold through Monday, May 2. Contact a Women’s Club member,

Louise Hall at 815-946-2198 or Beth Green at 815-299-1416 for tickets.

The lunch will include a gourmet sandwich, chips, salad, dessert and beverage (catered

by the Polo Senior Center).

Profits from the luncheon and auction are used to support local charities and organizations.

POLO HISTORY Betty Obendorf

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

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those kinds of words.

Think about a story like this: I can see a cat. The cat has a hat. The cat has a big hat. As more phonics skills are acquired, children need more books that have those letter-sound patterns.

Additionally, teachers need a large variety of texts with different topics and stories so we can find the books that will interest our reluctant readers. Myrna knew and understood that helping them learn to love books and reading is a big part of learning to read.

I do not know how many books it may take to teach a child to learn to read. I do know that we need to have as many as it might take. It is that important. Myrna knew that well. I think she would be pleased that the current reading specialists have been given this opportunity to purchase more books to keep building the literacy skills of students so they can keep reading and learn to love reading!

• Mary Gardner is a retired teacher who specialized in reading and is still an instructor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Northern Illinois University.

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Oregon FFA adviser Chelsea Eden holds Charlie the classroom rabbit for preschoolers to pet during the FFA’s petting zoo on Tuesday. Kids from the Oregon Elementary School were able to see and pet rabbits, chickens, turkeys, calves, goats and a horse during the event. FFA members also had several tractors on display that kids could explore. More photos on page 11.

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ABOVE: Ava Meinhart, 4, pets a calf as it sleeps during her preschool class’ visit to Oregon High School FFA’s petting zoo on Tuesday.

RIGHT: Kids visit with a goat while others check out a tractor.

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Illinois 64, 72 bridge repairs set to begin this month Construction on the bridge carrying Illinois 64 over Pine Creek in Ogle County will begin Tuesday, May 17, weather permitting. The bridge is located three miles west of Mt. Morris.

The Illinois Department of Transportation project will include replacing the approach slab to the structure.

One lane of traffic will be maintained using temporary traffic signals and a barrier wall. Work is expected to be completed by June 29.

Construction on three bridges on Illinois 64 and Illinois 72 in Ogle County were also slated to begin on May 11.

Those projects are the Illinois 64 bridge over the Rock River in Oregon,

the Illinois 72 bridge over Black Walnut Creek west of Stillman Valley and the Illinois 72 over Kilbuck Creek east of Davis Junction.

All projects involve bridge deck patching. At the Illinois 64 Rock River bridge, there will be staged construction with one lane of traffic maintained in each direction.

The Illinois 72 bridges will have one lane of traffic maintained by a barrier wall and temporary traffic signals. All three projects are

expected to be completed by June 15.

“Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. To avoid the work area, when feasible, use of alternate routes should be considered. Drivers are urge d to pay clos e attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and be alert for workers and equipment,” an IDOT news release said.

“Over the next six years, IDOT is planning to improve more than 3,535 miles of highway and 9 million square feet of bridge deck as part of the Rebuild Illinois capital program, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation.

Accomplishments through Year Two included about $5.2 billion in improvements statewide on 3,020 miles of highway and 270 bridges along with 428 additional safety improvements,” the release said.

For IDOT District 2 updates, view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Library says thanks for fundraising support

Dear Editor, The Mt. Morris Public Library recently held a Quiche and Scone Fundraiser to help fund the various programs of the library.

We would like to thank the community for its support. We received 38 separate orders and were able to raise just over $1,300. We were given a Thrivent grant to help offset our expenses.

We would like to thank the Disciples United Methodist Church for allowing us to use their kitchen and fellowship hall. We were also grateful for the help from Gary Melvin and Pastor Julie when we had issues with the ovens.

Thank you to the wonderful group of women who did all the hard work – Becky McCanse, Julie Mastny, Joyce Duncan,

Lori Wolff, Karen Urish, April Bold and Denise Welsh.

The library staff did a wonderful job of taking the orders and getting the word out.

The library board and staff would like to express our appreciation to the community that supports and encourages us. Thank you for helping to make our fundraiser a success.

Sincerely, Mary Cheatwood, Director Mt. Morris Public Library

Thanks for supporting the Art Dash

To the Editor, Thank you to everyone who made the inaugural ART DASH for Serenity Hospice and Home a success. It was great to see the community come together, interact and support such a

worthwhile organization.

Fifty artists, the business community, corporate and individual sponsors and volunteers contributed to this memorable evening. The fun-filled evening included “dashers” going home with an original piece of art while spectators watched them dash.

Everyone enjoyed culinary delights during the art preview and at intermission the guests were treated to desserts from local businesses.

We appreciate everything everyone did to make this fundraiser a success and look forward to next year.

Regards, Karen Virnoche and James Brown, Oregon Event Organizers

LOCAL NEWS Farm Bureau scholarship winners announced

Kayla White, Renee Gehrke, Megan Hagemann, Jack Richolson, Hannah Seaworth, Isaac Charbonneau, Breanna Cisketti and Grace Pfeiffer were all recently named as recipients of scholarships awarded by the Ogle County Farm Bureau in 2022.

Kayla White was awarded the Del Flessner Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $1,500. This scholarship was created to honor the legacy of longtime Ogle County Farm Bureau Manager Del Flessner.

She is the daughter of Ryan and Michelle White. Kayla is a 2020 graduate of Stillman Valley High School and is currently majoring in agronomy at Highland Community College with plans to attend Iowa State University next fall.

Renee Gehrke and Megan Hagemann were named winners of the $1,000 General Farm Bureau Scholarship.

Renee is the daughter of Jason and Kathi Gehrke, Byron. She is a 2021 graduate of

Byron High School and currently attends Highland Community College majoring in dairy science. She plans to continue her studies at Iowa State University next fall.

Megan Hagemann is the daughter of Brad and Jean Hagemann, Mt. Morris. She is a 2020 graduate of Forreston High School and attends Highland Community College majoring in animal science.

Jack Richolson was named the recipient of the $1,000 Don Bybee Memorial Scholarship, sponsored through the generosity of the Bybee Family to honor Bybee for his many years of service to agriculture in Ogle County.

Jack is the son of Brad and Julie Richolson, Lindenwood. Jack will graduate from Rochelle Township High School this spring and will continue his studies at Iowa State University studying agriculture business.

Hannah Seaworth is the recipient of the Mark Detig Memorial Scholarship awarded in the amount of $1,000. This scholarship honors the late Mark Detig for his service to

the Ogle County Pork Producers Association and Ogle County agriculture.

Hannah is the daughter of Todd and Norna Seaworth, Lindenwood. Hannah will graduate from Stillman Valley High School this spring and continue her studies in biology at the University of Louisville.

Isaac Charbonneau is the Ag Technology Scholarship $1,000 winner. Isaac is the son of Melinda Charbonneau, Leaf River. He graduated Byron High School last year and will continue his studies at Kishwaukee Community College majoring in diesel mechanics.

Grace Pfeiffer is the recipient of the Mary LeFevre Memorial Scholarship, sponsored in cooperation between the Farm Bureau and the Jeff and Joyce Tremble Family. The scholarship focuses on students pursuing careers in health care.

Grace is the daughter of Jason and Angela Pfeiffer, Davis Junction. She will graduate from Stillman Valley High School this spring and will attend the University of Wisconsin

– Platteville majoring in biology. The scholarship is awarded at $1,000.

Breanna Cisketti was awarded the George LeFevre Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $1,000. The scholarship also is funded with the cooperation of the Jeff and Joyce Tremble Family, recognizing LeFevre for his lifelong service to Ogle County agriculture.

Breanna is the daughter of Brian and Brandi Cisketti, Polo. Breanna will graduate Polo High School this spring and go onto study agribusiness at the University of Wisconsin – Platteville.

This marks the 24th year that the Ogle County Farm Bureau has awarded scholarships to member dependents who seek to pursue course studies in agriculture at an accredited institution of higher education.

Scholarships will again be awarded in 2023 and applications will be available in January.

For information on the Ogle County Farm Bureau Scholarship Program, call Ron Kern at 732-2231.

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Ganymedes gearing up for the Field of Dreams Oregon’s vintage base ball team, the Ganymedes, will be playing at a famous baseball field May 27 and is inviting Ogle County residents to plan now for an evening of history and fun.

“We have rented the Field of Dreams Movie Site field in Dyersville, Iowa, for an 1867 rules match between the Oregon Ganymedes and the Canton Cornshuckers Base Ball Club of Canton, Michigan, on Friday, May 27, from 7 to 10 p.m.,” said team captain Mark Herman.

The teams will have exclusive use of the field under the lights for three hours, but team members can arrive much earlier to warm up along with the public.

Herman said there won’t be any tall corn, but getting a weekend rental with corn was going to be very hard as weekend night youth baseball tournaments sponsored by Field of Dreams get first dibs and are very popular.

The site is also booked for the new MLB August blockout dates for their annual game and few vintage teams will be getting games there in the future.

Dyersville is a scenic two and a half hour drive from Oregon.

If you’d like to see the team before the Iowa game, the Ganymedes are at home on Sunday, May 15, at 1 p.m. with a doubleheader against the McLean County Prairie Chickens of Normal. The games will be at the

Chana School Museum in Oregon.

These games will be using 1860 rules.

The Ganymedes’ run for a title at the 18th annual World Tournament of Historic Base Ball ended with a “wellplayed” loss to perennial tournament champion the Saginaw Old Golds in August, capping the Oregon-based team’s ‘best-ever’ run at the unique competition, held at the Henry Ford Museum/Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan.

The team, founded in 2005, plays at Iron Chest Field at Oregon Park East next to the historic Chana School.

Vintage rules base ball (spelled as two words in the 1800s) is played with authentic wool uniforms, no gloves, and gentlemanly conduct.

For a list of 1867 rules, visit the Ganymedes Facebook page.

Bus Trip to Field of Dreams The Oregon Park District is offering a fan bus for the event which will leave Oregon at 12:30 p.m.

Prior to the game, enjoy dinner at Chads Pizza & Restaurant.

The bus trip fee, $45 for residents of the Oregon Park District and $48 for nonresidents, is for transportation only.

All other attractions, shopping and meals are on your own. There is no admission fee to the game.

Register online at oregonpark.org or by calling 732-3101.

The treasurer’s office is located in the historic Ogle County Courthouse in Oregon remitted by mail or at the Collector’s office.

Beck’s office is also offering the option of online credit card payments.

“You may go to the Ogle County website at www.oglecounty.org and then select the Treasurer’s department.

Choose the Online Tax Payments link and click the Pay Now button. Fill in the information as prompted. Be sure to receive a payment conformation for your records. Please note that this service carries a fee; review the convenience fees prior to making payment,” she said.

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ABOVE: A Ganymede third baseman catches a pop up during Saturday action at the 18th Annual World Tournament of Historic Base Ball in 2021. The Ganymedes play a doubleheader at home this Sunday, May 15, in Oregon before heading to Dyersville, Iowa, to play at the Field of Dreams. RIGHT: Justin Early of Oregon connects as he bats for the Oregon Ganymedes at the 18th Annual World Tournament of Historic Base Ball at Greenfield Village in Michigan last August.

Property tax bills for Ogle County land owners were mailed on May 6.

The first installment will be due on June 10, with the second installment due on Sept 2.

“This single document will contain tax information and payment stubs for both installments. Therefore, property owners need to save this bill as no additional notice will be mailed prior to the second installment,” Ogle County Collector Linda Beck said in a news release.

Payment methods include cash or check (payable to Ogle County Collector). In-person payments can be made at the Treasurer’s office or at any bank in Ogle County.

The Treasurer’s office is in the old Courthouse located at 105 S. Fifth Street in Oregon. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday excluding holidays. The mailing address is Ogle County Collector, P.O. Box 40, Oregon, IL 61061.

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Leaf River Summer Daze is back again June 3-5

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azoellner@shawmedia.com After a pared down year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Leaf River Summer Daze is set to be back as big as before.

“We’re excited to have people come out and enjoy the weekend and start the summer with us,” said Laura Werner, Leaf River Lions Club president and Leaf River Summer Daze Committee co-secretary.

Leaf River Summer Daze is scheduled for June 3-5. The majority of the events take place at the River Valley Complex and Bertolet Memorial Library.

Activities such as the car show and grand parade are back this year, along with other things they had to forgo in 2021 because of the uncertainties surrounding COVID-19, Werner said.

Friday night is the Leaf River Lions Club’s “big night” with fireworks, music and more, she said.

“We try to have family-friendly prices so you can come down and have dinner and enjoy the evening,” Werner said.

On Saturday, there’s lots of food and, of course, the tractor pulls, she said. Children’s games will be in two locations this year – Bertolet Memorial Library and the Leaf River Fire Station.

“Up at the library, the Lions Club does games and stuff,” Werner said.

“Everybody wins a prize.”

There’s also Kenny and his barrel wagon rides at the library, she added.

Werner said she wasn’t sure of all the things going on at Sparky’s Kid Zone at the fire station, but knows there will be a bouncy house.

“Then Sunday, we have a bags tournament and the Lions pork chip BBQ,” she said. “Ogle County Pork Producers will be grilling for us Saturday and Sunday. Normally they do it Saturday at the tractor pulls, but this is the first year they’re going to do it for the Lions

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Earl’s Dream from Kent competes in the Forreston FFA Alumni Tractor Pull in Leaf River in 2021. Tractor pulls are scheduled again for this year at Leaf River Daze.

Club on Sunday.”

Steve Summers, of 95.3 The Bull, will be the parade’s emcee this year, Werner noted.

“It’s a busy weekend,” she said. “It goes quickly, and we’re hoping for good weather.”

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Library Services - Converting VHS to DVD With VHS and other videotape formats disappearing fast now is the perfect time to preserve your videos and other important memories. This new service will allow us to convert your VHS tapes measuring approximately 7x4x1 to DVD for you. For $5 per tape library staff will convert your memories to a more manageable format. Tapes may be

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The Cocktails & Crimes Book Club will meet on May 15 at 2 p.m. at Breakers Saloon Eatery to discuss?. Stop by the Library and get the book to find out the title.

The Afternoon Book Club meets Wednesday, May 18 at 1 p.m. to discuss Moonlight in Odessa by Janet Skeslien Charles.

Books On Tap will meet Thursday, May 26 at 6 p.m. at Cork N Tap to discuss The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave.

Teen Book Association will meet Saturday, May 28 at 10 a.m. to discuss Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson. The TBA will meet the last Saturday of each month at 10 a.m.

The 2WBC Book Club meets Wednesday, June 8 at 12:30 p.m. to discuss Ghost by Jason Reynolds.

Preschool StoryTime (18 months- 5 years) StoryTime now meets on Mondays at 9:30 a.m., now through May 16. Registration is required and masks are recommended.

Yoga - Mondays at 9:30 a.m.

Krystal Casey will be teaching a Monday morning yoga class at the library. We are all human; we are all part of something greater; we are all connected. Her personal mission is to inspire a spirit of oneness, acceptance, love, and peace among the community and empower all Americans to live their

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POLO LIBRARY Adult Programs - Wednesday Book 2 Movie group will meet on May 18 to discuss The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. Monday Afternoon Book club will meet on May 23 to talk about The Beautiful Forevers by Catharine Boo. Music in the Pavilion - Just 4 Fun Band - Saturday, May 21, 7-9 p.m.

Lighthouses of Lake Michigan - Join Laura Keyes as she shares the history, beauty, and surprising stories of some of the more than 120 lighthouses on Lake Michigan on Thursday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. Seating is limited so don’t hesitate to call 815-946-2713 or email library@pololibrary.org to reserve

OREGON LIBRARY Save the Date! - Read Beyond The Beaten Path Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party, Thursday, May 19, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Join us for the start of your summer on the Library lawn. Rain date May 20, at the same time. This is an “open house” type event.

Come and meet some incredible birds of prey, participate in activities, crafts and lots of fun.

Come start your summer off right at the Oregon Public Library. Registration is recommended, the first 20 families registered will get to build a birdhouse (one per family).

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Oregon’s Rylie Robertson clears a hurdle in the 100 hurdles during the sectional prep meet at Landers-Loomis Field on Monday.

finished with 84 points to earn the runner-up spot to Galena-East Dubuque-River Ridge (146.33) at the NUIC Meet in Pecatonica.

Dakota took third (72.33), Amboy-LaMoille-Ohio-AFC was fourth (62), and Forreston-Polo finished fifth (59). Milledgeville-Eastland placed eighth (18), and West Carroll was ninth (17).

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Girls track and field The Dixon, Rock Falls and Oregon girls track and field teams competed at the Big Northern Conference Meet on May 5 in Rockford, and the three local teams finished 3-4-5 in the final team standings.

Host Rockford Christian won the title with 112 points, with Winnebago right behind at 108. Dixon was third (84), and Rock Falls edged out Oregon 67-66 for fourth.

Jenae Bothe had the highlight of the meet to lead the Hawks, breaking the BNC record in the discus with a toss of 137 feet, 3 inches.

It broke the conference record of 133-7 by Hampshire’s Erin Salinas in 2003, and also topped Allison Kereven’s Oregon record of 125-11.

Bothe also won the shot put (41-7 1/2), an event she already holds the school record.

Sophie Stender had Oregon’s other win, taking the 100 hurdles (16.81 seconds) and also finishing second in the 300 hurdles (52.83). Ava Wight was runner-up in the triple jump (30-2).

Sonya Plescia took third in the pole vault Photo provided (7-0) and fourth in the triple jump (27-10 Three Oregon High School senior athletes will be playing sports next year as freshmen at 1/2), and Rylie Roberston finished fourth in their respective colleges. Jenae Bothe will compete in track and field for Washington Universithe 100 hurdles (18.00 seconds) for the ty in St. Louis, Missouri. Jared Glendenning will play golf and Taylar Rufer will play soccer at Hawks. Jennica Ciesel added a fifth in the Kishwaukee College in Malta, Illinois. Pictured here are Bothe and Glendenning. Rufer was high jump (4-10). unavailable when the photo was taken.

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Continued from Page 15 the Cardinals, and Letrese Buisker won the high jump (1.65 meters) and finished fourth in both the 100 hurdles (17.58 seconds) and 300 hurdles (50.70 seconds). She also teamed with Ennen Ferris, Autum Pritchard and Emileigh Williams to take third in the 4x100 (54.56 seconds).

Pritchard added a third in the 400 (1:05.07), and Kamryn Stockton finished fifth in both the 1,600 (6:37.61) and 3,200 (14:46.10) for Forreston-Polo.

Softball North Boone 5, Oregon 0: The Hawks saw their five-game winning streak snapped with a shutout loss in a Big Northern Conference road game.

Forreston 13, Milledgeville 0: The Cardinals exploded for a 10-run third inning and cruised to a five-inning victory over the Missiles.

Jenna Greenfield went 2 for 3 with two RBIs, Rylee Broshous homered and drove in three runs, and Ella Ingram went 2 for 2 with a triple and two RBIs to lead Forreston at the plate. Kara Erdmann pitched a two-hitter, striking out 11 without a walk.

Marissa Sturrup took the loss for Milledgeville, striking out seven and allowing six hits across four innings.

Oregon 5, Stillman Valley 4: Mia Tampel pitched a complete game, allowing eight hits and three earned runs while striking out 12, to lead the Hawks to a Big Northern road win.

Liz Mois went 3 for 4, Mia Trampel went 2 for 4 with one RBI, and Gracen Pitts went 2 for 3 with two RBIs to lead Oregon at the plate.

Maddie Smith went 3 for 3 with one RBI, Josie Larson went 2 for 3 with one RBI, and Addison Wythe went 2 for 4 with one RBI to lead Stillman Valley hitters.

Wythe took the loss, allowing seven hits and two runs across 4 1/3 innings. She struck out three and walked one.

Genoa-Kingston 7, Forrston 3: The

Cardinals fell to the Cogs in May 10 action.

Rylee Broshous was 2-for-4 with a double and a triple. Breanna Loster was 1-for-1 with an RBI and Alaina Miller was 1-for-3 with an RBI. Baseball Stillman Valley 1, Oregon 0: The Hawks lost a heartbreaker on the road in Big Northern Conference play.

Ashton-Franklin Center 13, Polo 0: Jordan Harris thew a one-hitter, striking out 16 and walking two in a complete game, and he also went 3 for 5 at the plate and drove in a run to lead the Raiders past the Marcos.

Carson Rueff went 2 for 3 with two RBIs, Evan Kopp went 2 for 5 with three RBIs, and Braiden Runkle went 2 for 4 with two RBIs. Michael Cochrane drove in two runs for AFC. Blake Diehl had the lone hit for Polo. Nolan Hahn pitched three innings for the Marcos, allowing five hits, three runs and four walks, and striking out two.

East Dubuque 13, Forreston 6: The Cardinals lost an NUIC crossover game at home, as four Warriors pitchers combined on a two-hitter.

Both teams scored four runs in the first inning, but East Dubuque added two more four-run frames in the third and fifth to pull away.

Noah Johnson had the lone RBI for Forreston, and he and Mason Fox each had a hit; Fox’s was a double. Tommy Appel scored twice, as the Cardinals took advantage of 10 walks and four hit batsmen.

Milledgeville 6, Forreston 3: The Missiles got rolling with a four-run third inning and never looked back, claiming an NUIC South win over the Cardinals.

Caden Vandyke went 3 for 4 with one RBI, and Connor Nye went 2 for 3 with one RBI to pace Milledgeville hitters.

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lead Forreston, and Blake Greenfield had one RBI. Owen Greenfield took the loss, going 6 2/3 innings on the mound and allowing seven hits and five runs (one earned) and striking out 10 without a walk.

Forreston 12, Milledgeville 0, 5 inn.: The Cardinals scored eight runs in the first inning and rolled to an NUIC South win over the Missiles.

Jacob Fiorello went 3 for 4 with three RBIs, and Owen Greenfield went 1 for 3 with two RBIs to lead Forreston at the plate. Dylan Greenfield threw a complete-game one-hitter for the win, striking out eight and walking two.

Cayden Akers had the lone hit for Milledgeville. Caden VanDyke went 4 1/3 innings on the mound for the Missiles, allowing one hit, four runs and four walks while striking out four. Carter Dudley took the loss, throwing 2/3 of an inning.

Forreston 11, Warren-Stockton 10: The Cardinals battled back from an 8-0 deficit in the first inning en route to this win on May 10.

Softball Forreston 17, Milledgeville 2, 4 inn.: The Cardinals scored six runs in the first inning

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Continued from Page 17 and poured on six more in the third en route to a four-inning win over the Missiles.

Leading hitters for Forreston were Rylee Broshous, who doubled, tripled and drive in three runs; Jenna Greenfield, who went 3 for 4 with a triple and three RBIs; Brooke Boettner, who went 3 for 3 with a pair of doubles; and Kara Erdmann, who had two RBIs. Alaina Miller threw a complete game for the win, striking out three, walking one, and allowing three hits and two runs.

Marissa Sturrup took the loss, pitching 2 1/3 innings. Kendra Hutchison threw 1 2/3 innings in relief, striking out two, walking zero, and allowing three hits and three runs.

Girls track and field Cardinals win at home: Forreston-Polo scored 119 points to edge out Lena-Winslow/ Pearl City (116) in a five-team meet in Forreston.

West Carroll took third (96), Galena-East Dubuque-River Ridge finished fourth (94), and Stockton-Warren was fifth (72).

Letrese Buisker won the 300 hurdles (54.60 seconds) and high jump (4 feet, 10

inches), and took third in the 100 hurdles (17.25 seconds) for the Cardinals, and Sydni Badertscher won the shot put (10.41 meters) and discus (97 feet, 4 inches). The quartet of Courtney Grobe, Jayleigh Newill, Autum Pritchard and Bekah Zeigler took the 4x800 (12:30.40).

Kamryn Stockton was runner-up in the 3200 (17:01.08), Ennen Ferris was second in the high jump (4-8) and third in the 200 (29.71 seconds), and Zeigler took third in the triple jump (28-10 1/2).

Hawks win 8 events at sectional prep: Oregon hosted a sectional prep meet at Landers-Loomis Field, notching 20 top-three finishes. No team scores were kept.

Jenae Bothe won the shot put (11.00 meters) and discus (38.45 meters) to lead the Hawks. Miranda Ciesel won the 800 (2:58.79), placed second in the 400 (1:14.65), and took third in the long jump (3.84 meters). Rylie Robertson won the 300 hurdles (55.54 seconds) and took second in the 100 hurdles (17.85 seconds), while Sonya Plescia won the pole vault (2.29 meters) and was second in the triple jump (8.56 meters), and Ava Wight won the triple jump (9.43 meters) and placed second in the 200 (13.61 seconds).

Ellen Hodson won the 1,600 (6:39.77), and

Sophie Stender won the 100 hurdles (16.75 seconds) for Oregon. Paige Beauchem was second to Bothe in the shot put (9.09 meters) and discus (26.86 meters), and Jennica Ciesel was runner-up in the 1,600 (6:55.75) and high jump (1.47 meters).

Avery Sellers took third in the shot put (8.75 meters) and fourth in the discus (23.00 meters), Alease McLain was third in the discus (25.67 meters), and Mariah Drake placed third in the high jump (25.67 meters).

Boys track and field Cardinals 2nd in Milledgeville: Forreston-Polo scored 109 points to finish behind only Galena-East Dubuque-River Ridge (113) at the Missile Invite.

Lena-Winslow took third (102) and Newman finished fourth (96). Host Milledgeville-Eastland placed sixth (42).

Matthew Beltran was a triple-winner for the Cardinals, taking the 110 hurdles (15.61 seconds), 300 hurdles (43.34 seconds) and high jump (1.92 meters). Brock Soltow won the 400 (54.21 seconds), Avery Grenoble was second in the 200 (23.15 seconds), and Carson Jones was runner-up in the 800 (2:12.49). The Cardinals also ran to second in the 4x800 (8:49.43).

Boys track and field Dukes 5th in Geneseo: Dixon scored 141.5

points over the three flights to finish fifth at the McCormick ABC Invite in Geneseo. Other local teams in attendance were Forreston-Polo (89 points), Rock Falls (87), Erie-Prophetstown (84) and Fulton (27).

Forreston-Polo got wins from Thomas Falk in the C 800 (2:18.17) and Matthew Beltran in the A 110 hurdles (15.24 seconds). Beltran also placed second in the A high jump (1.87 meters), and Carson Jones was runner-up in the A 1600 (4:50.16). The foursome of Wyatt Queckoboerner, Payton Encheff, Falk and Jones placed second in the A 4x800 (9:02.98).

Bass fishing Polo 4th at sectional: The Marcos hauled in a total weight of 14 pounds, 5 ounces to finish fourth at the bass fishing sectional at Pool 13 of the Mississippi River on May 5.

Riverdale won with a total weight of 18 points, 10 ounces, while Moline was second (18 pounds, 6 ounces). Three qualified for the state meet, with Polo earning the spot as the alternate. Team members were Logan Nelson, Jeffrey Donaldson, Kale Grobe and Kameron Grobe.

Fulton finished sixth (11 pounds, 7 ounces), Newman took 10th (7 pounds, 5 ounces), and Erie-Prophetstown placed 11th (5 pounds, 8 ounces).

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Softball, baseball teams prepare for state tournaments

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ith girls track and field sectionals and soccer regional finals May 13, the postseason has begun for spring sports. Baseball, softball and boys track kick off next week.

Forreston girls received a coveted No. 1 sub-sectional in softball. Normally, the NUIC produces some of the better teams in the state, but this year lacks that one or two outstanding squads.

The conference was wide open and so is the sectional. Orangeville, opposite of Forreston, is the other No. 1 sectional seed. It’s anyone’s guess as to whether it will be Forreston, Orangeville, Dakota, Durand, Pearl City or maybe a darkhorse winning out.

One such darkhorse is Polo, which is poised to make the Dakota regional final.

In 2A softball, Oregon has a much tougher path to navigate with its No. 3 sub-sectional seed behind North Boone and Rock Falls. And waiting on the other side of the sectional bracket is powerhouse Marengo.

In conference play, it looks like North Boone and Rock Falls are battling it out for first, with Oregon, Stillman Valley and Dixon close behind.

Like 1A softball, 1A baseball is wide

GUEST VIEW Andy Colbert open. Forreston is seeded No. 2 behind Fulton. If they win their regional as they are favored to do, they would likely see Lena-Winslow, a team they beat 6-1 in the first week of the season.

However, after losing its first four games, Le-Win went on a 14-game winning streak before losing to Winnebago on Saturday.

For Oregon and Polo baseball, it has been a case of primarily freshmen and sophomores playing against varsity competition. Neither team has won a conference game and look to rebuild.

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Jenae Bothe of Oregon continues to make a name for herself in the throwing events, breaking both school and conference records in the discus.

At Rockford Christian last week, her effort of 137-3 smashed Allison Kereven’s school record by 12 feet, much the same way she obliterated the shot put record a couple of weeks

earlier. Not only that, but Jenae broke the school record at least three times that afternoon.

Her father John promised to buy me dinner before the sectional meet if I would be present for any of Jenae’s shot or discus attempts.

Why? Because I’ve only watched one of her shot puts and two discus attempt and each time a school record was broken. A good luck charm? Maybe, but I have to admit not being present for the 137-3 so I won’t hold Mr. Bothe to the free meal.

That mark of 137-3 is better than anything thrown in 2A or 3A. However, it is only fourth-best in a stacked 1A field.

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Much has been made of sporting teams using Native American names as a mascot, especially at the college and professional levels.

With the IHSA promising to review this subject, I became curious as to how many schools use Native American nicknames.

As of now, the following schools use Indians – Altamont, Brimfield, Dakota, Carlyle,Chicago Lane, DuQuoin, Johnston City, Lawrenceville, Lewsitown,

Marengo, Mascoutah, Meredosia, Minooka, Neoga, Payson, Pawnee, Pontiac, Rockton Hononegah, Sandwich and Winnebago.

Other holdouts are the Cahokia Commanches, Nokomis and Sullivan Redskins, Midlothian and Annawan Braves, Mackinaw Chiefs, Aurora West and Stockton Blackhawks and Morrisville Mohawks.

That is down from a high of about 60 schools that used Indian mascots over 50 years ago. Some of those schools have folded up, but many dropped the Indian monikers because of public scrutiny.

The latest skirmish involved Morris and a decision by its school board to drop Redskins. That did not go over well with locals and a new mascot has yet to be found.

Speaking of mascots, these are the most widely used in Illinois – Rockets, Pirates, Panthers, Trojans, Bulldogs, Lions, Tigers, Vikings, Eagles, Cardinals, Falcons, Hornets, Devils, Wildcats, Knights, Warriors and Rams.

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Hadley Lutz recorded a hat trick in the 1A regional semifinals on Tuesday, but it wasn’t enough as the Hawks’ season came to an end in penalty kicks at the 1A regional in Princeton.

The Cogs’ Jaida Modesto scored with 49 seconds left in regulation to tie the game 4-4 and force overtime.

After two scoreless 10-minute overtime periods, sixth-seeded G-K won 3-0 in PKs to upset No. 2 seed Oregon, 5-4.

Alyssa Mowry scored a goal for the Hawks, and Teagan Champley and Sophie Stender tallied one assist each. Taylar Rufer had six saves in goal.

Samantha Wendt scored twice in regulation for the Cogs, and Adeline Valenti added a goal.

Wendt, Yuliza Fuentes and Citali Serna scored PKs, while G-K keeper Alahna Siegwarth stopped three Oregon kicks, with the fourth sailing over the goal.

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Splashing Away the Heat Memphis Mongan, 2, of Oregon, smiles as she plays at the Oregon Park District’s splash pad on Monday evening.

Temperatures in the mid 80s, couple with high humidity, made the feature at Oregon Park West a good place to beat the heat. The park district opened the splash pad early this year due to the warm weather, but the feature will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, May 16, for concrete repairs.

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Ogle County Sheriff’s Office announces distracted driving enforcement results The Ogle County Sheriff’s Office issued 26 citations for using cellphones while driving and 665 other citations during the April distracted driving enforcement period.

The citations were issued for numerous offenses, including: Four felony drug arrests; 29 citations for no valid-, revoked- or suspended license;

10 arrests for driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs; 14 arrests for cannabis violations; 37 citations to uninsured drivers; 156 citations for speeding-related violations.

“Distracted Driving Awareness Month allowed the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office to bring a heightened awareness to stop motorists from engaging in this deadly behavior,” Sheriff Brian VanVickle said.

The sheriff’s office joined forces with state and local law enforcement and highway safety partners for this enforcement effort.

Using a phone in anything other than hands-free mode is not only dangerous, but also illegal in Illinois.

“Break the cycle. Drop it and drive,” VanVickle said.

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OREGON POLICE Oregon Police Chief Shawn Melville reports the following police activity.

April 26 Michael D. Judkins, 43, of Mt. Morris, was arrested at 6:58 p.m. for driving while license suspended. Judkins was transported to the Ogle County jail. This violation occurred in the 300 block of W. Washington Street.

April 28 Michael D. Pontnack, 54, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 10:35 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 800 block of W. Washington Street.

April 29 Shea J. Jones, 22, of Dixon, was arrested at 7:22 p.m. on an outstanding Lee County warrant for failure to appear. Jones was

transported to the Ogle County jail.

May 1 April L. Lord, 57, of Naperville, was issued a citation at 6:08 p.m. for operating a motor vehicle with an expired registration. This violation occurred in the 100 block of N. 4th Street.

May 2022: At 10:40 p.m., police arrested Cecilia Lomeli, 37, of Rockford, for driving while license revoked. Lomeli was also issued citations for operating a vehicle in violation of the tinted front side windows law and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 200 block of W. Washington Street.

May 3 Shayne M. Withers, 21, of Byron, was

issued a citation at 9:30 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 800 block of W. Washington Street.

May 5 At 1:10 p.m., the Oregon School Resoure Officer issued a city citation to one female juvenile, 16, of Oregon, for violating Ordinance 6-84, possession of tobacco products and alternative nicotine products.

This violation occurred at the Oregon High School, 210 S. 10th Street.

Deja N. Patton, 24, of Mt. Morris, was arrested at 5:05 p.m. for no valid driver’s license. Patton was also issued a citation for disobeying a stop sign. These violations took place in the 200 block of S. 2nd Street. Patton was transported to the Ogle County jail.

Nicholas M. Kasten, 40, of Oregon, was issued a city citation at 9 p.m. for violating two city ordinances—an inoperable motor vehicle and vehicle parked in the grass.

These violations occur in the 500 block of S. Second Street.

May 6 Robert D. VanDyke, 40, of Oregon, was issued a city citation at 5:33 p.m. for violating the trash/rubbish city ordinance.

This violation occurred in the 700 block of S. Second Street.

Ten parking citations and 30 verbal warnings issued April 25-May 8.

Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Johnson and Oliver were transported to the Ogle County Jail and held pending an appearance before a judge.

May 5 Rashema Malone, 34, of Rockford, was arrested at 7:21 p.m. for driving on a suspended driver’s license after a traffic stop in the 18000 block of Illinois Route 64 for an equipment violation. Malone also was cited for illegal window tint.

Malone was released on a signature I-Bond and given a return court date.

Robert Curatola II, 35, of Ashton, was arrested at 7:27 p.m. for driving while license revoked after a traffic stop in the 5000 block of South Chana Road. Curatola also was cited for speeding and illegal window tint. Curatola was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Jeremy Lower, 42, of Leaf River, was arrested at 9:58 p.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol after deputies responded to a vehicle parked in the roadway in the 1000 block of North Ridge Road. Lower also was cited for illegal transportation of alcohol and illegal parking in the roadway. He was transported to the

Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

May 6 Jesus Orozco, 30, of Rochelle, was arrested at 12:33 a.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop near the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Woolf Court in Rochelle. Orozco also was cited for illegal transportation of alcohol, improper lane usage and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Orozco was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Isaiah Jiminez, 20, of Rock Falls, was arrested at 11:20 p.m. for driving on a suspended license after a traffic stop near the intersection of Illinois Route 2 and Margaret Fuller Drive in rural Oregon. Jiminez also was cited for operating a motor vehicle with expired registration. Jiminez was released on a $2,500 I-Bond and given a future court date.

May 8 Chandler Mershon, 31, of Stillman Valley, was arrested for driving with no valid driver’s license and possession of cannabis/ open container. Mershon was arrested on Illinois Route 72 near Stillman Valley after being stopped for a domestic disturbance investigation. Mershon was released on an I-Bond and will appear in court at a later date.

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

May 4 Xzena Hernandez, 40, of Rockford, was arrested at 2:12 a.m. on an out-of-state warrant following a traffic stop at Illinois Route 72 and Illinois Route 251. She also was cited for an inoperable registration light.

Hernandez was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held awaiting extradition.

William L. Flannery, 64, of South Elgin, was arrested at 12:28 p.m. for driving while license revoked after a traffic stop in the 300 block of East 3rd Street in Leaf River.

Flannery also was cited for use of electronic communication device while driving.

Flannery was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

A 17-year-old juvenile female, of Sterling, was taken into limited custody at 7:47 p.m. for driving on a suspended license after a traffic stop near the intersection of Freeport and Robin roads. The juvenile also was cited for speeding 15- to 20 mph above the speed limit. She subsequently was released to a parent.

At approximately 8:01 p.m., deputies and the Stillman Fire Protection District responded to the 9000 block of Illinois Route

72 for a single-vehicle crash. An investigation determined that a Harley Davidson motorcycle operated by Zachary S. Grove, 28, of Stillman Valley, was traveling west on Route 72 when Grove lost control. Grove and the motorcycle then exited the roadway and traveled into the north ditch before coming to a rest. Grove was treated by fire department personnel and transported to a nearby hospital for his injuries.

Grove was cited for expired registration, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. The crash remains under investigation.

Vidale Johnson, 30, of Rockford, was arrested at 9:39 p.m. for aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon after a traffic stop in the 2000 block of North River Road. Johnson also was cited for improper lane usage and a broken tail light. A passenger in the vehicle, Steve Oliver, 31, of Chicago, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver, possession of cannabis 100-500 grams, obstructing identification and an outstanding Naperville Police Department warrant. Oliver also was cited for illegal transportation of alcohol. Both

PROPERTY TRANSFERS

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Warranty Deeds Dan Blaser to Charles T. and Allison H. Hawkins, 303 W. Third St., Leaf River, $50,000.

Cindy J. Grau to Rachel E. and Brittney A. Dalton, 2322 S. Watertown Road, Oregon, $66,000.

Champaign Investment LLC to Erik Peterson, 6913 W. Wagner Road, Leaf River, $85,000.

Elizabeth Lacasse to Quinton A. Pitrof, 106 N. Jackson Ave., Polo, $110,000.

Amanda L. Milton to Jonathan Ludewig and Rachel Boelk, 810 S. First Ave., Forreston, $138,000.

Tanya L. Pumfrey to Adam and Danyel Larsen, 1006 S. Third St., Oregon, $83,000.

Timothy J. and Amy M. Spelde to Jonathan and Anna Van Dyke, 708 N. Kaskaskia Drive, Dixon, $245,000.

Theresa Anne Allen, James Timothy Edwards and Catherine Marie Hill to Edward C. Vock, one parcel in Buffalo Township, $1,536,720.

Hae Farm LLC to Theresa Anne Allen, James Timothy Edwards and Catherine Marie Hill, one parcel in Buffalo Township, $0.

Ginger Lee Mumford to Sydney L. Mumford, 406 E. Mason St., Polo, $85,000.

Nicholas J. and Marlene Saviano to Lane A. Hawkins and Allison R. Sgro, 115 E. Fifth St., Byron, $174,000.

National Residential Nominee Services Inc. Alexander Pawlowski and Mariel Hildenbrand, 1503 Knights Lane, Rochelle, $270,000.

Harry M. and Lacey B. Gabrielson to National Residential Nominee Services Inc., 1503 Knights Lane, Rochelle, $270,000.

Matthew and Ashley Meline to Collin Rahrig, 1518 Joanne Terrace, Byron, $450,000.

Randolph T. Baker to Toni Buys Homes LLC, 232 N. Sumner St., Byron, $160,000.

Daniel E. and Sherry K. Wolf to Greg Kunce and Allison Hickerson, 753 Oxford Drive, Byron, $15,000.

Kathy Bays to Rocky Baldwin, 614 N. 14th St., Rochelle, $110,000.

Christina and Marvin G. Pineda to Steven Fermanich, 430 W. Willis Ave., Rochelle, $135,000.

Hub Shuttle Inc. to Heather B. Bonnell, 1120 Westview Drive, Rochelle, $160,000.

Emmett E. and Carol A. Capes to Robert A. and Karen A. King, 7296 S. Rock Nation Road, Dixon, $100,000.

Guillermo and Sorayda Maciel to Brian T. Van Hine, 700 N. Seventh St., Rochelle, $185,000.

Lothan LLC to McGee Rental Properties LLC, 414 S. Main St., Rochelle, $0.

Lothan LLC to McGee Rental Properties LLC, 908 Lakeview Drive, Rochelle, $0.

Covia Solutions Inc. to Jeffrey Eugene and Cindy Lou Fues, 1853 S. Burlington Road, Oregon, $20,200.

Kimberly H. Kessen to Martina Roman, 111 Janet Ave., Rochelle, $98,000.

Pablo and Blanca E. Silva to Zachary A. Bunn, 5531 S. Forester Drive, Rochelle, $210,000.

Jose R. and Saray Maros to Mayelin Matos Lafita and Jorge Luis Driggs Leyva, 5200 S. Brookstone Drive, Rochelle, $122,000.

Timothy and Cristine Flynn to Stephanie M. Imirie, 220 N. Nohe Ave., Oregon, $62,000.

Jose L. and Beth A. Rangel to Andrew P. and Kimberly A. Trefonas, 5577 E. Greatview Drive, Stillman Valley, $450,000.

Justin B. Jones and Allison D. Novak to Jacob Weeks, 1239 Glacier Drive, Byron, $256,000.

Quit Claim Deeds Lothan LLC to McGee Rental Properties LLC, 306 Southview Drive, Rochelle, $0.

Trustees Deeds Sean M. Adams Living Trust, Sean M. and Rebecca A. Adams, trustees, to Annie Elizabeth Burke, 216 E. Fifth St., Byron, $149,000.

Peter M. and Elizabeth V. Erdmann Trust and Elizabeth V. Erdmann Family Trust, Peter M. Erdmann, trustee, to Aaron D. and Michael J. Book, 849 E. Lighthouse Road, Oregon, $1,040,000.

Executors Deed Estate of Charles R. Martin, and the late Charles R. Martin to Lmamsi LLC, 215 Lincoln Highway, Rochelle, $230,000.

Sheriffs Deed Sheriff of Ogle County and Dale Brown to Federal National Mortgage Assn., 925 N. Woolf Court, Rochelle, $0.

Source: Ogle County Recorder’s Office

ZONING PERMITS The following Ogle County zoning certificates were issued for April.

Derek Wheeler, Marion Township, Section 8, agricultural storage building.

Jason Kloving, Lynnville Township, Section 10, three agricultural storage buildings.

Michael and Thomas Metzger, Scott Township, Section 32, remove and replace agricultural storage building.

Michael Book, Leaf River Township, Section 19, remove and replace grain bins.

Andrew Bartlett, Buffalo Township,Section 17, remove and replace agricultural storage building.

Wm. Pauley, Flagg Township, Section 17, open, unenclosed front porch.

James Ryan, Taylor Township, Section 6, accessory building for property maintenance.

Matthew Kirchner, Oregon-Nashua Township, Section 15, addition to residential accessory building.

Adam Book, Leaf River Township, Section

25, remove and replace accessory building destroyed by wind storm.

Sean Adams Custom Carpentry/Garnhart & Cox, Marion Township, Section 26, single-family dwelling, $330,000.

Keith Koziol, Leaf River Township, Section 24, residential accessory building.

Mark Boyle, Lincoln Township, Section 35, remove and replace residential accessory building.

Gary Perket, Byron Township, Section 24, residential accessory building.

Jacob Hauch, Marion Township, Section 25, residential accessory building.

Alan Nelson, Pine Rock Township, Section 8, private ground-mounted solar array.

Kristen Sager, Rockvale Township, Section 28, above-ground pool.

Sondgeroth Pools/McCulloch, White Rock Township, Section 33, in-ground pool.

Mark and Barbara Myers, Pine Rock Township, Section 6, above-ground pool.

Ron Steenken, Marion Township, Section 35, residential accessory building.

Power Home Solar/Belvins, Rockvale Township, Section 32, private ground-mounted solar array.

Andy and Lisa Hinrichs, Pine Creek Township, Section 10, temporary amusement.

Jennings Construction/Koritz, Pine Rock Township, Section 25, single-family dwelling, $350,000.

Mark Nicklaus, Monroe Township, Section 16, residential accessory building.

Rodney Smith, Taylor Township, Section 8, above-ground pool.

Hogenson Construction/Kolody, Taylor Township, Section 6, remove and replace covered, unenclosed deck.

John Russell, Mt. Morris Township, Section 12, remove and replace residential accessory building.

Brent Bonne, Marion Township, Section 22, residential accessory building.

Dwight Canfield, Pine Rock Township, Section 16, addition to residential accessory building.

Legacy Solar/Javorik, Pine Rock Township, Section 6, private ground-mounted solar array.

Andrew Mundt, Rockvale Township, Section 1, deck on existing above-ground pool.

Crown Castle/Ludwig, Maryland Township, Section 35, equipment upgrade on existing telecommunications tower, $15,000.

Kabbage Patch LLC/Kehl, White Rock Township, Section 24, map amendment.

Robert Miller, Leaf River Township, Section 34, residential accessory building.

Stateline Solar/Griffin, Rockvale Township, Section 8, private ground-mounted solar array.

Stateline Solar/Green, Rockvale Township, Section 7, private ground-mounted solar array.

Frank Whaley, Rockvale Township, Section 11, residential accessory building.

David Johnson, Dement Township, Section 2, dwelling addition.

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EMPLOYMENT

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING EMPLOYMENT

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CARPENTERS and PAINTERS

CDL DRIVERS & WAREHOUSE

We are hiring for CLASS “A” Combination CDL Drivers who must also be willing to work in our warehouse, loading and unloading trucks and materials. Must have a valid CLASS “A” CDL with combination. This position requires the use of operating our company vehicles so you must have a good driving record with having at least 2 years CDL driving experience. We offer an excellent wage and benefit package including Health, Dental and Vision Insurance and a pension plan.

Apply in person at 2711 Locust St., Sterling, IL 61081 between the hours of 8am & 4pm, Monday-Friday.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

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EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

MACHINE OPERATORS & Tool & Die Machinists FRANTZ Manufacturing Company is growing, and we have an URGENT NEED for MACHINE OPERATORS to set-up and run production machines. Also need TOOL & DIE MACHINISTS to do maintenance on fixtures and press tools.

Night shifts workers wanted!

Anyone with experience in manufacturing is welcome to apply. We offer a great starting wage and excellent benefits with: Immediate Medical/ Dental insurance, Quick Vacation plus Earned Paid Time Off, Retirement 401k w/Co Match, and Monthly Bonuses!

Contact us today to learn more!

Email us at: HR@frantz-mfg.com or Come in person or send resume to: 3201 West Lefevre Rd, Sterling, IL 61081.

Call us at: (815) 625-7063 E.O.E M/F

wanted in the Sauk Valley area.

Established 25 year old company based out of Morrison IL, seeks motivated and skilled workers to join a diverse and growing company. Competitive wages.

No overnight travel.

Deerview Construction & Color Star Painting

BOOKKEEPER

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EMPLOYMENT

ASPHALT PAVING LABORER

Duties to include paving, patching, prep work, sealing and crack filling.

Valid driver's license; Class A preferred.

Sauk Valley Area. Apply to: T & M Paving 815-499-7195 tmpaving@gmail.com

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VOLUNTEERS

MORRISON GARAGE SALES

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

Your involvement can impact a child’s future.

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

Large Moving Sale 15609 Penrose Rd. Morrison Sat., May 14th 8-4 Furn, tools, some antiques, lumber, household and barn items.

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Ogle County Classified

EMPLOYMENT

833-584-NEWS

Employment Opportunities

PRODUCTION OPERATORS

EMPLOYMENT

1st, 2nd, 3rd & Weekend Shift Positions in Sand Mining Quarry.

CORRECTIONAL COMMERCIAL COOKING INSTRUCTOR AT DIXON CORRECTION CENTER Full-time, 12 month - grant funded position at Dixon, IL. Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Culinary Arts program. HS diploma/GED required.

Associate degree preferred. Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certification required.

Applications accepted until position is filled.

Submit LLC application, letter of application, resume, and transcripts to: Human Resources, 5001 Lake Land Blvd.

Mattoon, IL 61938 Questions contact Garry Scott, Associate Dean at Dixon Correctional Center, gscott12070@lakelandcollege.edu 815-288-5561 ext 2509 Apply online at: www.lakelandcollege.edu EOE/AA

Don’t need it?

Apply M-F 9am to 11am 13420 Galt Rd, Sterling, IL

Pay $15 to $25 an hour depending on skill level. Send resume to: logisticsdept86@yahoo.com

EMPLOYMENT

The Ashton-Franklin Center #275 School District is seeking a highly skilled, detail oriented and motivated Bookkeeper.

The ideal candidate must maintain accurate records which reflect the daily financial transactions of the school district.

The candidate will be expected to have working knowledge of basic cash-based accounting principles and have experience in synchronizing bank statements with monthly financial activities. The candidate must be able to effectively use MS Office Suite programs and must have excellent organizational and time management skills.

They should work collaboratively with team members and must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

For more detailed information and to apply go to: www.afcschools.net Contact Mike Lindy Superintendent with any questions. 815-453-7461 mlindy@afcschools.net

EMPLOYMENT

Winstead Pallet Salvage, Inc. HIRING DAY SHIFT

CONTAINER SPECIALIST Looking for assistant manager & laborers to unload containers.

Call 815-499-8773 or 815-718-2999

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EMPLOYMENT

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES Rock Falls 1510 Prophestown Sat & Sun 8 to ?

Girls clothing NB to 18mo & shoes, Boys clothing NB to 18mo & shoes, Women's clothing S-M & shoes, Maternity Scrubs, High Chairs, Pump Bag, 3xl Men's clothing, Movies and other home items, Construction Equipment, Turning Point Laser Transit, 5x5 scaffolding, concrete chute and tools, 5.5 HP Walk Behind Compactor, Propane Heaters, 12k BTU Heater to treat bed bugs, 220 Pool Pump, Gas Pool Heater, Chlorinator, Sand Filter all for inground pool, Other Misc – too much to list!

Candidate must be self-motivated and capable of completing manual work outside, in all weather conditions.

WANT TO BUY

Competitive Wages & Excellent Benefits Package

Local Buyer Pays Cash 4 Gold, Silver, Coins, Estate Gold, Single Earrings, and antiques 24/7 779-245-2950

Please apply online at: www.coviacorp.com/careers Walk-ins welcome to complete an applications at

1446 Devil's Backbone Road in Oregon

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BUSINESS PROPERTY Rock Falls 55 x 32 ft.

Storage Building. $295/mo. Call 815-535-3282

Call to place a Classified Ad

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833-584-NEWS

AUCTIONS

AUCTIONS

AUCTIONS

TWO-DAY AUCTION

Friday, June 17th at 8:00 A.M. & Saturday, June 18th at 9:00 A.M. REAL ESTATE TO BE SOLD SATURDAY AT 1:00 P.M. Sale to be held at: 4779 S Daysville Road Oregon, IL 61061

ONE PARCEL:

4779 S Daysville Rd., Oregon, IL 61061 House & Building Site on 10.5+/- Acres Terms & Conditions: 10% down day of auction, taxes prorated for 2022, zoned residential & AG, Seller has right to accept or reject bid, Close on August 1st, 2022. *MUST BE PRESENT TO BID Terms & Conditions on Equipment Auction- see equipment sale bill for details

www.lennybrysonauctioneer.com *TO VIEW REAL ESTATE, CALL LENNY AT 815-946-4120 to set up APPT

For Information Contact: Lenny Bryson – Auctioneer PO Box 38 Polo, IL 61064 815-946-4120 SM-ST1981963

AUCTIONS

Owner, , Sean & Kim Janssen

Attorney, Emily Vivian Ehrmann Gelbach Badger & Considine, LLC

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AUCTION

7892 S Tampam Drive, Dixon, IL 61021

Directions Northeast of Dixon, IL 61021 on IL Rt 2 to Flagg Road, then East 8.4 miles to Tampam Drive OR West of Rochelle, IL 61068 on Flagg Road 17.6 miles to Tampam Drive.

See advance salebills, possible color photos on our webpage at Auction Zip.com

SUNDAY, MAY 22, 2022 12:00 noon

HOUSEHOLD

Whirlpool Duet washer & Gas dryer; GE Side-by-side refrigerator; refrigerator; usual pots, pans, kitchenware, flatware; Wolfgang Puck countertop pressure oven; 3 vacuums; records; assorted pictures; china hutch; bar stools; oak counter height table w/chairs; oval table w/6 chairs; rectangle table w/chairs; curio cabinet; various carts & stands; folding chairs; shelving; roll top desk; Golden lift chair; massage chair; glider rocking chair; 3 piece sectional black leather w/2 recliners; flat screen TV; Sanyo 37” flats screen LCD HDT; glass top TV stand; 2 oval end tables; lamps; lg square mirror 2 queen size beds; double bed; queen size air mattress; bedding & linens; dresser w/triple mirror plus others; night stands; dressing table w/ mirror; 2 armoires; craft supplies; 2 Singer sewing machines; 1 pair Ugg boots (size 8); luggage; Christmas decorations; patio table w/ umbrella & 4 chairs; Porch swing; lots more misc.

MOWER, TOOLS, MISC

JD X534 mower, all wheel steer, 157 hrs; battery charger; tool chest & cabinet; misc tools; garden tools; milk can; Dyna Glo heater; Craftsman air compressor 2hp; sm safe; sausage stuffer; Industrial mixer; Industrial meat slicer; various misc items

Joan Wubbena Trust Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Lenny Bryson (IL#440000158) 815-946-4120

Clerks: Public Auction Service Lyle & Sheryl Hopkins (IL#440000185) 815-946-2660

SM-ST1982258

Terms - Cash, good check, Master Card, Visa, Discover credit cards (3% convenience fee for credit cards). All items must be settled for day of sale.

Number system will be used, have proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold.

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: JOANNE M. BAUMANN, Deceased.

2022 PR 31 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of JOANNE M. BAUMANN. Letters of Office were issued on April 18, 2022, to MICHAEL BAUMANN, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.

Claims against the estate may be filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing ordelivery is required

by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County JudicialCenter, 106 South 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061- or with the estate legal representative, or both.

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

By: MICHAEL BAUMANN Independent Executor Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276 tom@suitslegal. com April 29, May 6, 13, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: MARY ADELINE BECK, a/k/a MARY ADALINE BECK Deceased.

2022 PR 34 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of MARY ADELINE BECK a/k/a MARY ADALINE BECK. Letters of Office were issued on April 18, 2022, to BEVERLY K. MERDIAN, LINDA L. GROSSNICKLE and DONNA J. SOLTOW, as Independent CoExecutors, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.

Claims against the estate may be filed six (6) within months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing ordelivery is required

by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County JudicialCenter, 106 South 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061- or with the estate legal representative, or both.

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

By: BEVERLY K. MERDIAN, LINDA L. GROSSNICKLE and DONNA J. SOLTOW Independent Co-Executors Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason

LEGAL NOTICES Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276 tom@suitslegal. com

Please contact Helena Viehweg, Children's Home and Aid, Office Number (618)235-5335.

April 29, May 6, 13, 2022

May 13, 20, 27, 2022

NOTICE Name: Mariah Bevineah Address: Belleville, IL Hereby inform of a petition for appointment of legal guardianship of Antonio Travlus-Bey (DOB: 6/26/2013) Makyah Travlus-Bey (DOB: 6/26/2013) The natural mother is Kelsie Ratcliff (Williams) and her last known location is Rochelle, IL. The natural father is Antonio Bey and his last known location is Chicago Heights, IL. The parents are hereby informed, a Written Objection to Guardianship of the minor(s) must be filed within 30 days or the guardianship may be entered without further hearing in Twelfth Circuit Court in St. Clair County, Illinois.

The 30-day period for objection to end is 06/06/2022.

Please contact Helena Viehweg, Children's Home and Aid, Office Number (618)235-5335.

May 13, 20, 27, 2022 NOTICE Name: Shatanya Carroll Address: Madison, IL Hereby inform of a petition for appointment of legal of guardianship Jax Jones (DOB: 05/13/2016) The natural mother is Jermisha Ewing and her last known location is Alton, IL. The natural father is unknown.

The parents are hereby informed, a Written Objection to Guardianship of the minor(s) must be filed within 30 days or the guardianship may be entered without further hearing in Judicial Third Court in Madison County, Illinois.

The 30-day period for objection to end is 06/06/2022.

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Ogle County Classified 833-584-NEWS

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTRY WELL & PUMP, INC., Plaintiff, v.

JAMES C. ROBERTSON, JR., SUZANA ROBERTSON, ROCK VALLEY CREDIT UNION, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, Case Number 2022 FC 13 The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN you, JAMES C. ROBERTSON, JR., SUZANA ROBERTSON, ROCK VALLEY CREDIT UNION, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above-entitled suit, that said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Ogle County, by the said Plaintiff against you and other defendants requesting the foreclosure of a certain Subcontractor's Claim for Mechanics Lien against the premises described as follows: PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 36; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST, 834.73 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE THEREOF TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 316.18 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST, 287.06; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 50 SECONDS WEST, 322.29 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 24 MINUTES 10 SECONDS EAST, 287.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; EXCEPTING THEREFROM THOSE PORTIONS THEREOF TAKEN, USED OR DEDICATED FOR PUBLIC ROADWAY PURPOSES; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 14354 Gurler Rd., Rochelle, Illinois 61012.

PIN Number: 24-36-352-006 and 24-36-352-008 Said Claim for Mechanics Lien is held by, COUNTRY WELL & PUMP, INC., against JAMES C. ROBERTSON, JR. and SUZANA ROBERTSON and any person claiming an interest in the real estate, and recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Ogle County, Illinois, as document number 202201638, and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. The names of the title holder of record are JAMES C. ROBERTSON, JR. and SUZANA ROBERTSON. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Ogle County, 105 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, on or before May 31, 2022 default may be entered against you at any time after that day, and a Judgment entered in accordance with the request for relief in said Complaint.

Dated: April 21, 2022 KIMBERLY A. STAHL, CLERK OF COURT Law Firm of Robert C. Becker, Jr. Attorneys for Plaintiff 213 West Main Street Genoa, Illinois 60135 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. April 29, May 6, 13, 2022

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