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Forreston and Polo basketball players are named to All-Conference Team. B1
Set your clocks one hour ahead at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 11.
Learn about the candidates for county offices in the March 20 Primary Election. B2
History, collectibles, and fun at Farm Toy Show By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com The public was treated yet again to a die-cast, one-thirtysixth-scale walk through farming history In Polo last weekend. Where else can you find a vintage Mickey Mouse gum ball machine, an M18 Hellcat Tank, a Caterpillar D11 bulldozer, and an Alf plush all within inches of each other? Nearly 400 people descended on Polo Community High School March 3 for the Polo Lions Club’s 33rd Polo Farm Toy Show. “That’s about the average we expect - maybe a little less, but not bad,” said Irene Short, overseeing the toy show and representing the Polo Lions. From 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., vendors displayed their best, brightest, and at times, most curious pieces of history. Anything from Hot Wheels cars, to die-cast John Deere tractors, toy horses, quilts, motorcycle pins, dream catchers, and wall art adorned the 91 vendor tables, making a wide selection for collectors. The show always seems to draw new attendees. Mike
Thompson, of Rock Falls, came to the show for the first time, and didn’t leave emptyhanded. “I got something I didn’t think I needed until I saw it,” he said laughing, with replica tractor in hand. His friend, Russ Lourtizen, of Tampico, has been coming to the show for at least 10 years, though he said it could be more. The same can be said of the vendors. Rick and Linda Kessler, of Mt. Carrol, have attended the show a few times as shoppers, but decided to set up a table this year for the first time, selling John Deere toys. Others, like Marge Immel, of Polo, have lost count of how many appearances they’ve made at the show. “Too many to remember,” said Immel, selling a variety of miniature toy horses. The show doesn’t simply offer a chance to buy and sell, though. It’s also a chance for local students to serve the community. “The students volunteer for service hours, and of course the Lions Club helps,” said browser and Polo Police Sgt. Dennis Christen. “It’s really a great event for all.”
Above, Polo’s Farm Toy Show was enjoyed by nearly 400 visitors, a combination of both single shoppers waxing nostalgic and entire groups of young kids browsing history. Pictured left to right are: Breanna Cisketti, 13, of Polo; Faith Ukena, 14, of Polo; Sidney Aude, 18, of Milledgeville; Grant Conkrite, 15, of Milledgeville; and Conner Ukena, 14, of Polo. Below left, Polo Police Sgt. Dennis Christen talks to Rick and Linda Kessler, of Mt. Carroll, at their booth during Polo’s Farm Toy Show on Saturday. The Kesslers attended the show as shoppers for years, but decided to become vendors this year. Photos by Zach
Blackhawk Center to go to school district By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com
Council votes to replace diving boards at city pool By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com The Polo City Pool may see a diving board yet in time for the impending swim season. The Polo City Council voted unanimously March 5 to proceed with plans to get a single diving board in place of the two 52-year-old boards, which the park board voted to take down on Oct. 25 due to safety concerns. Park Board Chairman Larry Loomis said that the board met the previous week to decide if they could realistically replace the boards. “The most we can replace them with is one small board, only about 18 inches high,
but it is a diving board,” said Loomis. “If we’re to do that, we need to get on that, with the hope that we could still get this work done before the season opens.” Loomis said they’re looking at a project that could cost anywhere from $12,000 to $15,000. Halogen Supply Company, a pool and spa supplies company based in Chicago, recently took measurements of the pool’s deep end. Those measurements were then sent to Remaker & Associates, a Sauk City, Wisconsin-based engineering firm. Both Halogen and Remaker were recommended by Mike Vanderheide of Clearview Pools, South Beloit, who has
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helped with Polo’s pool for years. Remaker’s engineering contract came to $3,800, and Halogen quoted $6,900 for the board, stand, and railings. That does not include installation. Removal of the old boards can be handled by the city. “[Remaker] was very fast, and indicated that if we get going on it now, he thinks we can have the board installed this season,” said Bergstrom. Pool manager Kayla Bergstrom provided City Attorney Tom Suits with a copy of the proposed contract. “They’re only providing consulting services for the $3,800,” Suits said. “It also says, if we don’t involve them
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The Blackhawk Center in Oregon will change hands later this year under the terms of an agreement between the Oregon School District and Oregon Park District. The boards of both districts are expected to approve an intergovernmental agreement this month which will transfer ownership of the facility from the park district to the school district as of Sept. 1. The park board meets on Tuesday, March 13 and the school board meets on Monday, March 19.
The decision will be made based not only on the facility’s proximity to Oregon High School, but also on the fact that most of the building’s current use is school-related. “It just seems to made sense that we should own the facility that we use 90 percent of the time,” School Superintendent Tom Mahoney said. “The school district is pleased to work hand in hand with the park district to provide our students the best possible facilities. We believe Blackhawk Center is a tremendous asset for our students and schools.” Park district Executive Director Erin Folk agreed. “The school and park district both feel they
are in a good position financially for the transfer to take place,” she said. “Besides that it just makes sense.” Both said the change will not affect real estate tax bills. The park board approved the construction of the Blackhawk Center to address overcrowding at the high school in 1996, Folk said. The building is on school grounds and is connected to the high school by a corridor called the “link”. “This building serves as a premier facility in our area for athletic events, recreation, and academic programs,” Folk said. Turn to A3
The Blackhawk Center is located just west of the Oregon High School and is connected with a fully-enclosed walkway called the link. Photo by Earleen Hinton
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Building library with Carnegie’s money was controversial Editor’s note: This is the third of a series of articles about the Polo buildings that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. By Betty Obendorf Curator Polo Historical Society The area of significance for the 1903 Buffalo Township Library is education. The library was designed by architects Patton and Miller of Chicago. It was built in 19031904 by Greig and Baum, general contractors of Dixon. The design of the library is classic revival. The word “Carnegie” is inscribed in the triangular stone pediment above the front door. The exterior, when placed on the register in 1995, had been unchanged from the original building that was built in 19031904. It was constructed with a grant of $10,000 from the Andrew Carnegie Foundation. Carnegie helped the building of 1,679 public libraries. Illinois was the recipient of 106 public library buildings, the
1903 Buffalo Township Library 302 West Mason St. Classical Revival National Register 1995 third highest among the states. There was controversy over taking Carnegie’s money but in the end those in charge decided to go for a Carnegie Library. Bryant Barber said he would give twice as much money, and the library board should give Mr. Carnegie back his money. Mr. Barber viewed it as charity. It sounded as though there was enough wealth in Polo that we did not have to make an appeal to Carnegie the philanthropist. Andrew Carnegie felt his money really amounted to very little and it would stimulate others to help out. They went ahead and accepted Carnegie’s money and today, the fact that it is a Carnegie Library makes it more unique. The library cost $15,000 and they sold the old building for $800. Subscriptions accounted for the remainder. The firm of Patton and Miller
was known for their many library designs. They have designed 80 libraries with 17 of them in Illinois. They did Danville Library which is also on the National Register of Historic Places. Linden Glass Company of Chicago had the contract for the art glass windows. Gail Carillo found out as she visited in many different libraries (Rochelle, Galena, Belvidere) that a number of them have Frank Lloyd Wright touches. Unsigned touches. One of the gals when she came to Polo said our windows have a Frank Lloyd Wright touch. I became curious about these windows and the Frank Lloyd Wright connection, so I asked Above, Polo’s Carnegie library is on the National Register of Historic Places. Below left, a Chris Payne, the architect who window at the Polo Public Library, while not designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright, is puts all our research together, very similar to his design, below right. about the windows in the Polo library. He was sent a picture of them over the Internet. This was his response, “It is not likely that Wright designed the windows at Polo but it is likely that Linden executed the Patton-Miller designs with a prairie-like flair.”
Singers wanted in Polo Food Drive A Polo man is hoping to start a singing group that can perform at local venues. Dave Sowinski is looking for people of all ages who just love to sing. “I just like to sing,” he said. His plan is to meet, possibly at the Buffalo Township Hall in Polo, and practice singing for fun and with an eye to performing at local senior centers and nursing homes. He envisions the group, comprised of people of all ages, singing harmony with all kinds of music. A an attempt at forming a singing group almost a year ago proved less successful than Sowinski had hoped because too few people turned out. He’s hoping for more people will join in. Anyone interested is asked to send Sowinski a note at PO Box 1, Polo IL 61064.
Polo High School Student Council will collect canned and nonperishable food items through Thursday, March 15 for local families in need. Student Council members will canvass the community on Sunday, March 11 from 12 to 4 p.m. collecting food items for the drive. The items collected will be delivered to families on Sunday, March 18.
Baileyville church plans soup supper The Baileyville Reformed Church, 400 W. Center St., Baileyville, will hold its annual soup supper on Thursday, March 15. Serving will begin at 5 p.m.
The menu consists of chili, vegetable beef soup, chicken noodle soup, ham and cheese sandwiches, egg salad sandwiches, homemade pies, other desserts, and drinks.
The church basement is handicapped accessible. Carry outs will be available. Donations will be appreciated for Mission Outreach.
Polo Police Activity Polo Police Chief Kurt Cavanaugh released the following information on March 5. March 2 Audrey L. Garcia, 57, Dixon, was cited at 3:39 p.m. for speeding 47 mph in a 35
mph speed zone. Garcia was released on an I-bond. March 3 Christopher S. Evans, 28, Polo, was cited at 8:15 p.m. for operation of an uninsured motor vehicle. Evans was released on an I-bond.
March 4 Todd J. Katzenberger, 57, Forreston, was cited at 8:55 a.m. for speeding 43 mph in a 30 mph speed zone. Katzenberger was released on a promise to comply.
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Park budget will cover costs of diving board From A1 with construction part of that, anything that goes wrong, they are not responsible for, period.” Suits added that if Remaker is involved with the construction, and something goes wrong, their liability is limited to whatever they were paid. With all things considered,
Mayor Doug Knapp asked Loomis what he would like to see. “I’d like to see us go forward with this,” said Loomis. The new fiscal year begins May 1. There is around $4,000 remaining in the Park District budget until then, which could go toward the consultant fees. “Let’s just go ahead and move forward as planned, and then, if we need to pay
that consultant firm, we can pay them out of this year’s budget,” said Knapp. “Then, if we can get it done, we possibly won’t have to pay that anyway until after May 1, when we can try to work that into the pool and park budget.” The city council meets again on Monday, March 19 at 7 p.m. at Polo City Hall, 115 S. Franklin Ave. The meeting is open to the public.
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Park district will complete repairs before transferring ownership From A1 “Fiscally, this was the right time for both organizations to consider a transfer in ownership due to the facility being mainly utilized by the school district.� Since its completion the school and park districts have shared usage of the building, with the park district
maintaining and staffing it and the school district paying rent annually. Under the terms of the agreement, the park district will make some needed repairs to the building before the ownership is transferred and will pay the school district each year for the next four years for other capital improvements. Mahoney said that because
school building codes are different than those governing park districts, the park district has agreed to install a fire sprinkler system required by Illinois School Codes. The park district will also pay $100,000 in 2019, 2020, and 2021 and $179,000 in 2022 toward updates on repairs that could include roofing, the heating and air-conditioning
systems, and parking lots. Mahoney said the school district has been paying $168,000 annually for using the facility, money that will now go toward its maintenance and staffing. He praised park district officials for keeping the rental fees the same for the last three years even though their costs had increased.
Folk said the total Blackhawk Center expenses as of March 2 for the 2017-18 fiscal year, which ends April 30, is $181,310 and includes all full-time and part-time wages, maintenance, utilities, and general expenses associated with the Blackhawk Center. The two districts will continue to cooperatively schedule events at the
Blackhawk Center. Mahoney said no changes are anticipated in scheduling non-school-related events at the facility.
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The Rock River Center provides a caseworker to answer questions about Medicare, insurance, home care and anything else to do with caring for the older population. No appointment is necessary. They will return the fourth Wednesday of each month.
“The school district and the park district have an excellent relationship and we will continue to support each other as we support our stakeholders,� Mahoney said.
Polo Library News All programs are free unless otherwise noted and handicapped accessible. What We Do! We offer copy, print and fax service at a reasonable price; email and scan services at no cost. New Service Polo Public Library announces a partnership with DrivingTests.org, a company dedicated to driver safety and education, to offer free Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) practice tests to library patrons. Â The new service includes free tests specifically based on Illinois DMV materials. Go to www.pololibrary.org home page and scroll to Library News. Events Coming in April Medical Cannabis Program
Pine Creek News By Karen Merlak It has been a beautiful weekend which reminds us that spring is just a couple weeks away. For the wonderful surprise of a warm breeze during the winter season, we give our thanks to our Creator. This morning in church, we were greeted by Don and Vicki Hay. Our special music was from Fred Taft, who sang and played guitar. He was joined by Larry Riffle on harmonica.
Wednesday, April 4 6 to 7 p.m. Kirsten Velasco, board member of Illinois Women in Cannabis will present the safety, science and application process for the Medical Cannabis Program in Illinois. Rock River Valley Center Blood Drive Wednesday, April 11 National Library Week April 8 to April 13 Library will replace lost card(s) for free. Money Smart Week Citizens Utility Board Wednesday, April 25 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Please check in the library about registration for these programs.
They played and sang “Mansion Over the Hilltop� and “Victory in Jesus.� We were glad to have Fred and his wife, Darlene, visiting our church family. Rev. Charlotte Hoppe led the children’s message for our new friends, JoJo, Quinten, and Jasmin. Our church seemed a little more full this morning. We are so glad to worship with so many wonderful friends. This past Saturday morning, the men met for the monthly men’s breakfast group. Joining in the breakfast were Stan Webster, Jim Hopkins, Don Hay, Kent Nettz, Larry Riffle, Dave Burright, Ron Baker, and Charlotte Hoppe. This past Monday and Tuesday evening, I spent the some time with the cast of
Children’s Programs Parents or caregivers must remain in the library if their child is under 10. LEGO Club Saturday, April 14 1 to 2 p.m. Ages 6-12 Snack provided
Children will get splashed by sound, invent some wacky noise-makers, and use a straw to discover the connection between size and pitch. Registration is required for this program. Adult Programs Pinterest Party Tuesday, April 3 6 to 7 p.m. Activity: Pinwheel Wreath Registration is required for this program.
Pokemon Club Saturday, April 21 1 to 2 p.m. Ages 6-12 Snack Provided Head Start Program Tuesday, March 27 begins at 9:30 a.m. School Early Out Program Wednesday, March 28 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Discovery Center Sounds of Science “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.â€? The PCHS students will be presenting the musical this Friday and Saturday evening at 7 p.m. at Polo High School. My nephew, Hayden Bittinger, is playing the part of Charlie Brown. My nephew, Garrett Bittinger, has been helping behind the scenes with the costumes. Under the direction of music director, Jamie Apperson, the cast is ready for a great show this weekend. This past Wednesday evening was the second installment of the movie, the “Gospel of John,â€? at Charlotte’s home. There was a full house gathered around for the movie followed by a discussion. The movie has brought the scriptures to life during this Lenten season.Â
Book Discussion Groups Afternoon Book Club @ the Library Monday, March 26 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Selection: Doc by Mary Doria Russell Friday Book Discussion @ the Library Tonight I went to have dinner with my brother, Ben and his wife, Jo, and their sons, Hayden and Garrett. We shared way too many laughs and plans for the concession stand at the play this weekend. This past week, one of the trees in my yard was taken down. It was an ash tree and it died last year, infected by the disease that has taken so many area trees. It provided comfortable shade for my yard and added beauty to the landscape. Last summer, it became an eyesore since there were no leaves on the branches. The bare branches served no purpose. No longer were there hiding spots for the birds and squirrels. Now that the tree is gone, I
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New to the Collection The following list is a small sampling of the new items available at the library.  Please come in and check out our new books and other items on display located in each section of the library.  Visit our website (pololibrary. org) and view the carousel, or come in to browse the new sections in our bookcases. Adult Fiction The Wife Between Us by Greer Hendricks The Wife by Alafair Burke RRC Representative Wednesday, March 28 10 to 12 p.m. am trying to get used the new view from my kitchen window. I have noticed there is a little more light shining into my home. That dead tree has served as a reminder to me. It reminds me of a past relationship that has ended. The remains still linger as I have struggled with forgiveness. That long-time struggle has been like a very large, dead tree standing in the way of my light. By letting go and forgiving, the eyesore is gone and the light of God shines bright in my life.
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It can for you, too. Letting go of the past hurt can be so difficult. It takes time to let it go. I am so lucky to have a circle of supportive family and friends who gently remind me to make room for God’s light. I hope to see you next week in our church as we learn more about the gift of Jesus. He understands our struggles and our pain. There is no greater friend. Our family invites you to come and worship with us.Â
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Who will get Grandma’s pie plate? Class offered on planning after a loved one dies Most people have personal belongings such as wedding photographs, a baseball glove or a yellow pie plate that have special meaning for them and other family members. These types of personal
possessions, as well as jewelry, stamps, coin collections, or quilts, are referred to as nontitled property because there are no legal documents (such as titles) in indicate who officially owns them. What happens to your nontitled personal belongings when you die? Who decides who gets what? Planning for the transfer of personal belongings is a
challenge facing owners of the items and, potentially, family members and legal representatives who may be left to make decisions about the items when a family member dies. Non-titled property may or may not have financial value, but often has sentimental, historical or emotional value for both the giver and receiver. Join Karla Belzer, University
of Illinois Extension, Family Life Educator on Tuesday, March 20 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the University of Illinois Extension Ogle County office, 421 W. Pines Rd, Oregon. Please pre-register, cost is $3 per person or $5 per couple, web.extension.edu/bdo If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please call the Extension Office at 815-732-2191.
Food fundraiser for Ag in Classroom Order prepared meals and help this program Marie Armbruster
Armbruster’s 100th Marie Armbruster, of Mt. Morris, will celebrate her 100th birthday on Saturday, March 17.
Cards would be very welcome and can be send to her at 414 S. Wesley Ave., Mt. Morris, IL 61054.
No Mess, No Stress and for a great cause! Have you been searching for a way to make dinner preparation simple? If so, the Ogle County Extension office can help. Order 10 delicious meals that have been prepared and
frozen for your convenience. Each meal serves three to five people, meals; Hickory Smoked Pulled Pork, Boneless Country Ribs, Smoked Pork Loin with dressing, Cheesy Chicken and Rice, Beef Enchiladas, Chicken Burrito Bowl, Baked Mostaccioli, Shepherd’s Pie, Ham and Potato Casserole and Pizza Subs. Cost for the 10 meals is $160 (as low as $3.20 per person per serving) Proceeds will benefit the Ogle-Carroll Ag in the
Classroom Program. To register please mail your name, phone number, number of meal sets (they come in a set of 10 meals), and payment total, checks made out to Ogle-Carroll Ag Partnership (OCAP). Mail address: 811 S Clay Street, Mt. Carroll, IL 61053 or send your payment to U of I Extension, 421 W. Pines Rd, Oregon, IL 61061. Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) is a statewide educational program with
lessons offered to Kindergarten through eighth grade. Its goal is to help students, teachers, and the general public gain greater awareness of the role of agriculture in the economy and society. Ag in the classroom is offered through the University of Illinois Extension Ogle County in partnership with Ogle County Farm Bureau, Carroll County Farm Bureau, Ogle County Soil & Water, and Carroll County Soil & Water.
Rock River Center Activities (All ages are welcome to participate in programming) State Representative Tom Demmer March 19 State Representative Tom Demmer will be at Rock River Center at 10 a.m. Monday, March 19, to give an update on the happenings in Springfield. Representative Demmer will be available for questions and encourages attendees to bring any questions, comments or concerns they might have about Illinois and the 90th district.
We hope you can join us for this conversation and informative meeting. Registration is required. Call us 815-732-3252 if you plan on attending. Refreshments will be served. Monthly Brain Health Exercise Series at RRC Keep your brain fit and healthy! Current research indicates that challenging the brain is one of several things you can do to contribute to your own brain
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health as you age. Challenging activities are one way to train your brain and keep your wits fit! The University of Illinois Extension will be at Rock River Center offering monthly Wits Fitness Brain Exercises Classes on the third Tuesday of every month. The monthly classes will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Rock River Center, 810 South 10th Street in Oregon. Upcoming class dates are: March 20, April 17, May 15,
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June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, Oct. 16, and Nov. 20. There will not be a class in September. The March 20 class will be held from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Each monthly class is free and open to the public! Participants are welcome to join the class at any time. Registration required. Please call Rock River Center at 815-732-3252 if you plan on attending. What’s Cookin’ Save the Date March 24, 5-8 p.m. at Barnacopia, 2570 N West Branch Rd, Polo Having Fun. Helping Others. Good Food & Drinks. Good Friends. Great Time Teams of Cooks serving their favorite dishes and again, a Junior Chef’s division! For more information, call 815-732-3252.
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RRC Travels to Circa 21 Wednesday, Sept. 26: Mama Won’t Fly An outrageously hilarious race against the clock begins when Savannah Sprunt Fairchild Honeycutt agrees to get her feisty mother all the way from Alabama to California in time for her brother’s wedding. The cost of this trip is $80 for members and $85 for non-
members. The reservation and payment deadline is Friday, Aug. 24. Each performance is priced to include transportation, show tickets, lunch (dessert is optional and will be available at the show for additional cost) and all taxes and gratuities. Reservations and prepayment can be made in person at the Rock River Center or by mail. Note: Your reservation and prepayment must be received by the deadline on all trips. Make your reservations early as some shows sell out quickly. Seating is limited. Please call the Center at 815732-3252 or toll free 1-800541-5479 for more information. Groups Information Cancer Support Group “Facing the Challenge” is a support group that provides a safe, accepting environment for patients currently going through treatment, survivors, caregivers and loved ones to talk openly about the challenges a cancer diagnosis brings. Anyone who has been affected by cancer is invited to attend! The group meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 3-4 p.m. at Rock River Center. Caregiver Support Group We are pleased to announce
that a Caregiver Support Group has been formed at Rock River Center. You will find information, resources, encouragement and answers to difficult questions. Our meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. at Rock River Center. For more information, call Patti Kilmer at 815-234-2511 or 815-298-7004. Diabetic Support Group This very informative group meets the first Wednesday of the month from 2-3 p.m. at Rock River Center. Marilyn Csernus from the University of Illinois Extension Office facilitates this group by offering support, encouragement and the sharing of experiences when living with diabetes. Low Vision Group This is a group for those who have low vision, any form of vision loss, AMD or to caregivers of those with vision loss. Low Vision Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 12 p.m. at Rock River Center. For additional information, visit www.rockrivercenter.org or call 815-732-3252.
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Church News ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Gary Branam www.baileyvillebaptistchurch. org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study 4th Sunday Each Month 1:30 p.m. Nursing Home Service at Presence St. Joseph BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship Thursday, March 15—5 p.m. Soup Supper BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Brookville: Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. 17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana 61015 Pastor Chan Ik Choi 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com Adult & Children’s Education 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrated the First Sunday of Each Month CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Thursday, March 8—10 a.m. Bible Class Friday, March 9—NID Convention Saturday, March 10—7-11 a.m. Pancake Breakfast; Family Game Night; NID Convention; Set Clocks Ahead Sunday, March 11—9 a.m. Worship with Communion; Fellowship Honors Shiloh; 10:20 a.m. Education Hour; 11:20 a.m. Council Meeting Tuesday, March 13—Circuit Pastors at Walnut Wednesday, March 14—11 a.m. Lenten Service Thursday, March 15—10 a.m. Bible Class; CLS Open House-9:30-10:30 a.m. Preschool & Kindergarten, 5-6 p.m. All Grades OPEN BIBLE 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Luke Schier, Pastor 815-946-2848 Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. We include children in our Sunday Worship experience “Grandkids Class” Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after our Praise & Blended Worship Time. Bible-Based Passion for God Compassion for People Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org
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through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our cafe for coffee, snacks & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade) - Sundays at 6 p.m. Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt Phone 815-734-4853 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:45 a.m. Sunday School
Thursday, March 15—6:30-8 p.m. Faithful Hands Quilting FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith Handicapped Accessible 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship
EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104 8:30 a.m. Fellowship 8:50 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 815-732-2642 Rev. Jared Cochran “A Christ-centered, Biblebelieving, family-oriented ministry.” 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 6 p.m. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting Transportation and nursery provided for all services.
EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Church
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com Handicapped Accessible 10:30 a.m. Worship Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month.
EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, two miles north on German Church Road Pastor Marvin Jacobs Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Women & Men’s Bible Study, Kids Club www.ebenezerreformed.com
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor David Poust 815-938-2380 Thursday, March 8—8 a.m. AA Meeting; 7 p.m. Ad Board Saturday, March 10—2 p.m. UMW Lenten Tea Sunday, March 11—9 a.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; 6 p.m. Confirmation Class Monday, March 12—8 a.m. AA Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee at The Depot; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sewing Day; 3-4:30 p.m. Good News Club Wednesday, March 14—12 p.m. Friendship Club; 6:30-8 p.m. Bible Study on Moses
EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes Office: 815-732-2424 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Sunday School EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Logan Murphy 815-734-4942 Thursday, March 8—1 p.m. Ladies Bible Study Saturday, March 10—7 a.m. Men’s Accountability Group Sunday, March 11—8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Inner Mission; 10 a.m. Worship Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group Log onto our website at http:// www.efcmm.org to check out our latest opportunities and updates FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Jeremy Heller, Pastor 815-946-3588 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service Nursery Available We are an independent nondenominational Christian church. Visitors are always welcome.
FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203 “A Church with a Heart — In the Heart of Forreston” CROSSROADS COMMUNITY 9 a.m. Sunday Worship CHURCH, 10 a.m. Sunday School POLO CAMPUS Friday, March 9—9 a.m.-3 p.m. 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Faithful Hands Quilting Pastor Chris Bradshaw Sunday, March 11—9 a.m. Sundays at 10 a.m. Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday 815-837-5255 School; 7:30 p.m. Church Council polo@crossroadscn.com Wednesday, March 14—6 p.m. We offer contemporary worship Lenten Supper; 6:30 p.m. Lenten and relevant Bible teaching Service; 7 p.m. Choir
FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Presbyterian Church in America Pastor Drew Jones 815-938-3605 www.forrestongrovechurch.com 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Pioneer Club; 7:45 p.m. Choir FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH 501 Third Ave. Pastor Lyle Zumdahl 815-938-2424 lylezumdahl@gmail.com 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA Pastor Brant Clements 815-284-2966 Website:https//www. freedomlutheran.org/home.html Sunday Evening Worship at 5:45 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 200 S. 5th St., Oregon Coffee & Fellowship following the service Welcome Center is at 111 S. 4th St., Oregon GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. German Valley Pastor Jake Ritzema 815-362-6601 9 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages 10 a.m. Worship Service GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church and Main Streets Don Plock, Pastor 8:30 a.m. Worship Service LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River
Pastor Randy Newton 815-738-2205 Email leafriverbc@gmail.com 9:30 a.m. Sunday Praise and Worship Service (Nursery provided) 11 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday 6 p.m. Prayer & Bible Studies Prayer Chain 738-2205 Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. Various Activities LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor David Poust Sunday, March 11—10 a.m.; Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Chan Ik Choi Handicapped Accessible 9 a.m. Worship Service 10 a.m. Sunday School Age Three through Sixth Grade. Everyone is Welcome MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 409 W. Brayton Road P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573 Office hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Thursday, March 8—1:30 p.m. Dementia Support Group at Pinecrest Friday, March 9—9 a.m. Women’s Fellowship; Pastor Ginny Off Saturday, March 10—Pastor Ginny Off Sunday, March 11—8:15 a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. Living Hope Church Services Monday, March 12—10:30 a.m. Food Delivery for Pantry; 2-4:30 p.m. Food Pantry Open Tuesday, March 13—8:45 a.m. Bible Study; 9 a.m. Food Delivery for Pantry; Quilting Wednesday, March 14—7:15 p.m. Chimes Rehearsal NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:05 a.m. Worship Service Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center OREGON CHURCH OF GOD 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Pastor Michael Hoffman 815-732-6847 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship You and your family are invited to join us for worship on Sunday, March 11 at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Hoffman will give the morning message. Greeting you will be Kurt and Ellen Laurent. During morning worship an exceptionally fine Children’s Church is offered for children 3 years old through Grade 5. Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m. and includes classes for adults, young adults, teens, children and infants. Special attention is given in each class to issues and topics related to the particular needs and interests of each group. The Wednesday night Youth Group meets at 6 p.m. at East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville Road. The local Weight Watchers group meets Wednesday at the church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, followed by their meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m. March’s Bible Book of the Month is Acts. OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Thomas E. Kim 815-732-2994
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oregonumc@outlook.com Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Followed by Fellowship and AllAge Sunday School Thursday, March 8—6:30 p.m. WOE Small Group at Sheryl Rocke’s, WOE Small Group at Margo Gardner’s Friday, March 9—7 p.m. WOE Small Group at Marquadts’ Saturday, March 10—10 a.m. WOE Small Group with Ben Rocke at Village Bakery; 4 p.m. Agape Team Practice; 5:30 p.m. Agape Praise Team Worship Sunday, March 11—9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship & Sunday School, WOE Small Group High School & Confirmation, WOE Small Group with Christina Meyer; 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Youth Group-OHS Play Monday, March 12—6:30 p.m. Small Group at Cathryn Burger’s Tuesday, March 13—10 a.m. Staff Meeting; 6 p.m. Cub Scouts; 6:30 p.m. Small Group at Stephens’, Small Group at Saams’, Small Group at Jeanne Suneson’s; Wednesday, March 14—6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 7-9 a.m. Communion in Chapel; 9:30 a.m. Naomi-Ruth Circle; 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Alive, 6:15 p.m. WOE Small Group with Cindy Day; 7 p.m. Choir Practice Thursday, March 15—6:30 p.m. WOE Small Group at Sheryl Rocke’s, WOE Small Group at Margo Gardner’s Friday, March 16—7 p.m. WOE Small Group at Marquadts’ Saturday, March 17—10 a.m. WOE Small Group with Ben Rocke at Village Bakery; 10 a.m.12 p.m. Scout Food Pickup; 4 p.m. Agape Team Practice; 5:30 p.m. Agape Praise Team Worship PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Pastor Charlotte Hoppe 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN Congress Ave. & Webster St. (The church is handicapped accessible) Pastor Leslie Lake PoloCob@risebroadband.net 9:30 a.m. Family Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Fellowship
201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919 Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School for Adults & Children 10 a.m. Social Time 10:30 a.m. Worship Service ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule 4:30 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. Sunday 8 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 3 p.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest Reconciliation 3:30-4:15 p.m. Saturday St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 6 p.m.1st & 2nd Wednesdays Adult Bible Study 8:30 a.m. 1st Wednesday ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: 8:30 & 11 a.m. Worship Services 9:30 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday 10 a.m. Bible Study Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199 9:30 a.m. Sabbath School 11 a.m. Worship Service Luncheon after services, weekly
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN 308 E. Brayton CHURCH Mt. Morris 609 S. 10th St., Oregon Pastor Josh Ehrler Craig Arnold, Pastor 815-734-6354 812-236-1213 Email: trinitymm@frontier.com 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Website: www.trinitymm.net Saturday Worship 5:30 p.m. ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. CHURCH Thursday, March 8—3:30-4:30 1000 Ill. 64 West p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park Oregon for grades K-6 Pastor Barbara Seward Friday, March 9—8 a.m. Bulletin 815-732-7211 & Fellowship www.saintbrides.org Saturday, March 10—9 a.m.Email:saint.bride.church@ 3:15 p.m. Community Resourcing gmail.com Event at Kishwaukee College; 5:30 Services p.m. Worship Service Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. Sunday, March 11—9:30 a.m. Holy Communion Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Classes Communion Class; 10:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School & Sunday School for Children Age Adult Bible Study Available 4-Grade 6; 11:30 a.m. Choristers St. Bride’s follows traditional Tuesday, March 13—3:30-4:30 Anglican-Episcopal church p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park practices; is biblically based for grades K-6; 4-5 p.m. U of I and both family and individual CATCH Club for Third Graders oriented. Visitors are always Wednesday, March 14—6:30 welcomed. a.m. Prayer & Praise Group; 5:30 p.m. Chime Choir Rehearsal; 6 ST. JAMES LUTHERAN p.m. Lenten Soup Supper; 7 p.m. CHURCH Mid-Week Lenten Service followed West Grove Road at by Chancel Choir Rehearsal Columbine Rd. Thursday, March 15—3:30-4:30 Rev. Lucy Wynard p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park Sunday, March 11—9:15 a.m. for grades K-6 Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. Congregational Bible Study, WEST BRANCH CHURCH Senior Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 a.m. OF THE BRETHREN Divine Worship; 11:45 a.m. Lenten 4014 West Branch Road Lunch; 12:30 p.m. Lenten Program Southeast of Forreston by the Shahads Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN 9:30 a.m. Sunday School CHURCH 10:35 a.m. Worship
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Infinity Run April 28 in memory of Maggie and Amos Meyer The Infinity Run event, held in memory of Maggie and Amos Meyer by the Maggie & Amos Foundation, has been set for Saturday, April 28 at Chana Education Center in Chana with activities starting at 3 p.m. The event will include a chiptimed 5k, a family fun 1 mile run/walk, a pork chop sandwich and hot dog dinner, kid’s fun zone with inflatables, a 50/50 raffle, and silent auction. The Maggie & Amos Foundation was created following the deaths of Maggie and Amos Meyer in their home on Oct. 19, 2016. The goals of the foundation include helping to support
educational grants for local teachers for classroom projects and libraries, and scholarships to support undergraduate and graduate students going into the field of special education. To date, more than $4,000 has been distributed to area classrooms and teachers in Ogle County, as well as to support STEM activities at the Mt. Morris Public Library. A $2,000 award was recently given to a Northern Illinois University student receiving a degree in special education. Both paper and online registration is available and can be accessed at the event website: http://www.
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Maggie & Amos Foundation. For more information call 815-732-4664 and ask for a member of the race committee.
Controlled burns will be topic at March 11 lecture The Byron Forest Preserve District’s 2018 Winter Lecture Series will continue on Sunday, March 11 starting at 2 p.m. at the Jarrett Prairie Center in Byron. The topic will be: Conduct-
ing a Woodland Prescribed Burn: Using Fire to Save Our Native Oak Ecosystems. Russell Brunner, Superintendent of Land Management at the Byron Forest Preserve District and President of the
Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County will talk about the importance of using fire to protect our native woodlands. Controlled burns are just as important in our region’s oak ecosystems as they are to
our prairies. He will discuss why this is and how to safely go about conducting this vital management tool. Call 815 234-8535 extension 200 for more details.
Noodles and lasagna at Chana UMC on March 10 The public is invited to the Chana United Methodist Church annual Chicken Noodle and Lasagna Supper
on Saturday, March 10 with serving from 4 to 6:30 p.m. The menu will include homemade noodles with
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$10 at the door, $5 for children 6-12 in advance and $5.50 at the door, and free of children 5 and under. All carryouts are $10 each and are available by calling 815-732-7683. The church is handicapped accessible and has an expanded parking area. The youth of the church will also hold a bake sale at the supper.
The Oregon Woman’s Club will hold its 68th annual antique show on Saturday, March 24 and Sunday, March 25 at the Blackhawk Center, 1101 W. Jefferson St., Oregon. Show times are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Oregon Woman’s Club, a member of the General Federation of Woman’s Clubs, sponsors this show as a major fund raising event and uses the proceeds to help fund various community projects and charities. As in past years, the show will be held at the Blackhawk Center, located on the Oregon school campus. The facility offers ample parking, handicap accessibility and a huge area for 52 Midwest antique dealers from Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana and Iowa to display their merchandise for sale. Quality antiques from the early 1800s through midcentury 1950s, including all areas of collecting – furniture, glass, china, pottery, toys, primitives, textiles, jewelry, dolls, silver, decorator items and more. “There will be items for all collecting tastes and budgets,
for both the new and advanced collector,” said Ron Bry, show organizer. “We like to think of it as ‘comfort food for the eyes.’” The food concession will be provided by the Chana United Methodist Ladies. The menu will be a selection of sandwiches, chips, desserts and beverages. Mary Lou’s Crystal Repair from Joliet will be on hand both days to repair damaged heirlooms “while you wait.” Hack’s Auction & Realty Services, Pecatonica, will offer verbal appraisals of small treasures for $5 per item on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Supply photos of large items. If a written appraisal is needed, discuss the details with the appraisers. This will be the second year for the Woman’s Club to invite a local area not-for-profit to have a representative at the show. The Village of Progress will be showcased and have an opportunity to present their mission, activities, goals and needs to the visiting public. Entry to the show is $6 per person, which is good for both days. Door prizes will be awarded throughout both days of the show. For more information visit www.oregonil.com or www. cityoforegon.org or call 815732-2219.
Skunk cabbage, bird hike at preserve The Byron Forest Preserve District will be offering a free guided hike to look for the Noodle-makers at the Chana United Methodist Church pose in front of the racks of drying preserve’s winter wildflower, homemade noodles which will be served at the annual Chicken Noodle and Lasagna Supper the skunk cabbage, and on Saturday, March 10 at the church. Photo supplied identify any early spring birds at Howard Colman Hall Creek Preserve on Saturday, March 10. The hike will begin at 10 a.m. At 280 acres, Howard Colman Hall Creek Preserve lies in the most northeastern area of the Byron Forest Preserve District and Ogle County. The Hall Creek that flows
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Recycle your old electronic items on Friday, March 23 The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department will conduct its monthly electronics recycling drop-off event on Friday, March 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the County Annex Building, 909 Pines Rd., Oregon, just west of Ill. 2. This event is being held one week early due to Ogle County
offices being closed on March 30. County staff and volunteers will assist in unloading and sorting electronics. A brief survey will be taken and proof of Ogle County residency is required (drivers’ license, voter ID card, recent utility bill, etc.) Have identification available for
survey. Items accepted at these events include all televisions, DVD and VCRs, all computer hardware, desktop printers, FAX machines, copiers, computer monitors, laptops, tablets, cell phones, computer cables, video game hardware, satellite receivers, digital clocks and radios,
stereo equipment, speakers, phone systems, calculators, holiday light strands, printer ink cartridges, CFL bulbs, rechargeable batteries, and microwave ovens ($5 per microwave oven). A limit is set of 10 large items (TVs, monitors, computers, microwaves) per vehicle per month.
Items that are not accepted include white goods (appliances), coffee makers, fryers and grills, blenders, bread makers, light fixtures, fans, dehumidifiers, air conditioners, heaters, personal hygiene products (razors, hairdryers, etc.), power and yard tools, exercise equipment, smoke detectors, large copy
machines, business electronics, scrapped or de-manufactured electronics, boxes, Styrofoam, or other packaging materials from electronic goods. For a full list of accepted items visit www.oglecounty. org. For more information or business recycling call the OCSWMD at 815-732-4020.
Coffman, who is retiring after almost two decades. She is familiar with all of the duties and responsibilities of the treasurer’s office and will guarantee a smooth, uninterrupted transition. I have found Linda to have a diligent and tenacious work ethic over the past six years that I have worked with her. She possesses the integrity and dedication necessary to be the Ogle County Treasurer. Please vote for Linda Beck on March 20 (or early vote at the old historic courthouse in Oregon) to ensure the stability of the treasurer’s office. Katie Hart Byron
doesn’t interrupt. He listens. He has a level of respect for others that I admire. That alone convinces me he should have an important job in our county. I think he did a really good job as city commissioner. I’m planning on voting for him as our treasurer. Ken Diehl Rochelle
Public Voice Oregon Together looks back on the past year Dear Editor, As we enter the first few months of 2018, we’d like to take a little time to look back on the accomplishments of Oregon Together in the past year. Since our initial formation, we’ve pared down from six to three teams and really focused our efforts with great results. Arts & Beautification Committee (ABC) • Transformation of the Alleyway near Fourth and Washington Streets: custom iron arch, overhead lighting, benches and decor • Bicycle Themed Downtown: bicycle planter decor and “Bicycle Man” statue • City Hall Beautification: custom metal awning, new lighting fixtures, newly painted clock • Courthouse Canons: cleaned and painted canons, cleared and freshened plantings • Art Events: Oregon Alumni Art Show and ‘Winter 61061’ Photography Exhibit Festivals, Events, Dining & Shopping (FEDS) • Hosted seven movie nights in 2017 plus two in 2018 for a total of nine so far. • The first annual Chocolate Walk was held on March 9, 2017 with overwhelming
attendance. • The first annual Rockin’ River Fest was deemed a huge success, despite the nasty weather which forced an early shutdown. Riverfront & Recreation (R & R) • Met with local IDNR representative to discuss the condition of the dam. • Met with Oregon Park District to propose changes to the Kiwanis Park river access • Sponsored a local river clean-up day • Participated in the Rock River Sweep • Brush clean-up on top of the dam • Added large rocks to the west side of the dam • Cleaned brush behind Conover As a team, we would like to thank all the individuals and businesses that have supported our mission of improving the experience of those living in and visiting our beautiful town. We are proud of what we have accomplished so far and are very excited about the future of our group and our town. If you would like to get more insight into who we are and what we are planning for 2018, we would like to invite you to our next whole team gathering Thursday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m. upstairs at Cork & Tap, 305 W. Washington St. You can also visit our Facebook page at facebook. com/oregontogether or email
oregontogether@gmail.com for more information. Many thanks, Thomas Mahoney Oregon Together
Coffman has confidence in Linda Beck Dear Editor, I am writing to endorse Linda Beck for Ogle County Treasurer. One of the hardest things about deciding not to run for re-election was my concern for the office going forward. Would my successor continue to focus on efficiency and service to the public or would they use the office to serve themselves? Those concerns were erased the moment Linda Beck decided to run. She has been my Chief Deputy Treasurer for the past 12 years and is a key reason I’ve been able to reduce staffing by one-third since I took office.
Linda has led multiple initiatives to increase efficiency through automation and process improvement, and I know she will continue that focus if elected. She has a strong work ethic, sound judgment and a proven record of service to our constituents. Please join me in voting for Linda Beck as our next Ogle County Treasurer on Tuesday, March 20. Thank you. John Coffman Retiring Ogle County Treasurer
Support Linda Beck for county treasurer Dear Editor, Please join me in supporting Linda Beck for Ogle County Treasurer. Linda has been the Chief Deputy Treasurer for 12 years and has the experience and knowledge to fill the position. She has worked closely with our current treasurer, John
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Dear Editor, I want some new eyes in the treasurer’s office. From my experience it just makes good business sense. Combine that with his [Patrick Wiesner’s] education and his job where he now works with money as a CPA. I understand he’s done that for many years. I think he makes the best choice as treasurer for our county. David Diehl Byron Turn to B2
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Polo Senior Center offers trips in coming months The Polo Senior Center is offering several upcoming travel opportunities. Extended Travel A seven-day, six-night trip to Garden of the Gods, Royal Gorge, and Colorado Springs will leave on Sunday, Aug. 12 and return on Saturday, Aug. 18. The price, based on double occupancy, is $755 per person. Single and triple rates are available. Â Included in the price is motor coach transportation, six nights lodging including
four consecutive nights in Colorado, 10 meals — six breakfasts and four dinners, tour of the Garden of the Gods, U.S. Air Force Academy, Royal Gorge, including the bridge and aerial tram, historic Manitou Springs at the foot of Pikes Peak, tour of Colorado Springs, and a visit to Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum.  A $75 deposit is required at sign up, travel insurance is available, and final payment is due on Monday, June 4. To reserve a seat or more information, call Barb Burke
at 815-946-3818 or 815-2388645. Day Trips Full payment is required at sign up for all day trips. To make reservations call Burke at 815-946-3818. • White Pines Lunch Theatre — Thursday, June 14 for the Jeff Gordon Concert “The Golden Oldies Show.â€? Think back to the golden days of rock ‘n roll, poodle skirts, going to the drive-in, bopping at the sock hop.  It’ll be a blast from the past as Jeff performs Elvis, Buddy
A Forreston High School junior was named January Student of the Month at the Whiteside Area Career Center, Sterling. Kayla Peck, the daughter of Sue Karnitz and James Peck, was recognized for her in the computer tech class at WACC.
The Northwest Illinois Audubon Society will host a Woodcock Watch this month. Several opportunities will be offered to watch and listen to American woodcocks at the Elkhorn Creek Biodiversity Preserve southwest of Forreston. The group may get to see and hear the amazing courtship display of the American woodcocks in the spring of the year.  The “sky dance� itself is part ground-strutting and part flight zig-zagging, barely visible in
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p.m. Wednesday HSBB Fresh-Soph (H) vs. ErieProphetstown, 4:30 p.m.; HSSB Varsity at Pearl City, 4:30 p.m.; HSBB Varsity at Erie-Prophetstown, 4:30 p.m. Thursday - HSBB Varsity at Amboy, 4:30 p.m.; HSBB Fresh-Soph (H) vs. Amboy,
4:30 p.m.; HSSB at Amboy, 4:30 p.m. Friday - NUIC Choir & Band Festival at Pearl City Saturday - HSBB Varsity at Jacksonville Play-The-Turf Jamboree; FFA Livestock & Dairy CDEs at West Carroll, 9 a.m.; FJSHS Variety Show, 7 p.m.
Forreston School Menus March 12-16 German Valley Grade School Monday—mozzarella sticks, corn, peaches Tuesday—hamburger with a bun, cowboy beans, applesauce Wednesday—Texas straw hats, carrots, pears Thursday—French toast sticks, sausage links, hash browns, grapes Friday—baked mostaccoli, tossed salad, pineapple Forreston Grade School Monday—stuffed crust pizza, fresh broccoli, pineapple Tuesday—chicken tenders, garlic mashed potatoes, applesauce, roll Wednesday—cheese quesadilla, black bean salad, Mandarin oranges Thursday—turkey wrap, string cheese, mixed vegetables, pears Friday—popcorn fish, veggies with dip, fresh fruit Junior & Senior High School
tossed Monday—pizza, salad, carrots, pineapple Tuesday—cheeseburger with a bun, chips, veggies with dip Wednesday—chicken taco, Spanish rice, corn-lettucecheese, pears Thursday—breakfast, cinnamon rolls Friday—beef stew, tossed salad, Mandarin oranges, bread
Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Chocolate and white milk are served with all meals. Lunch prices for the current school year are as follows: daily - $2.75, weekly - $13.75, monthly - $55. Breakfast is served at Forreston Grade School only. Prices are: daily - $1.75, weekly - $8.75, monthly - $35.
the early evening sky. More fascinating perhaps are the sounds that go with it, the repetitious vocal “peent!� followed by the twittering and chirping sounds made when air rushes through primary flight feathers during the birds’ descent. On a quiet evening it is pure audio magic. A leader will provide guidance to participants to enhance the experience for people who are not familiar with this spring ritual. For this annual event, in the
past the groups have had two to six woodcocks performing their twilight display for about two to three weeks each March. When and if this begins is an educated guess so be sure to call the listed leader before you make the trip to confirm that the birds are back and that the weather is suitable. Make time to experience this unique avian harbinger of spring. Carpool from the Staples lot at 1722-1724 S. West Ave., Freeport, at 6:30 p.m. or meet at the preserve at 7 p.m.Â
The preserve is about three miles southwest of Forreston on the southeast corner of West Grove and Freeport Roads with parking available off of the West Grove Road. Below are the scheduled dates and the trip leader with contact information:  • Wednesday, March 14, 7 p.m., Leader: Mary at 815938-3204; • Saturday, March 24, 7 p.m., Leader: Anne at 815-938-3263; • Thursday, March 29, 7 p.m., Leader: Mary at 815938-3204.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday, March 17 at the Polo Senior Center. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. Entertainment will be
provided by Jerry & The School Girls playing on their stringed instruments — blue grass, country, and classic pop music.Â
Light refreshments will be served. This activity is for everyone not just members. Â To make reservations call the senior center at 815-946-3818.
Polo Activities School Activities for March 12-17 Tuesday – Aplington Music Festival at Forreston, TBA; HS Boys Track at Byron Indoor, 4 p.m.; Softball at Pecatonica, 4:30
p.m. Wednesday – Softball at Paw Paw, 4:30 p.m. Thursday – Softball vs. Pecatonica at Polo, 4:30 p.m.; JV Baseball vs. Unity Christian at Polo, 4:30 p.m.
Friday – Upstate Music Festival at Pearl City, TBA; Baseball vs. River Ridge at Polo, 4:30 p.m. Saturday – JV Softball at Orangeville, 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.; Varsity Softball vs. Orangeville at Polo, 11a.m. & 1 p.m.
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Forreston Activities Monday - Scholarship & Career Night, 7 p.m. Tuesday - HSBB FreshSoph at Amboy, 4:30 p.m.; HSSB (H) vs. Amboy, 4:30 p.m.; HSBB (H) vs. Amboy, 4:30 p.m.; JH Rt. 72 Music Festival (FHS gym), 6:30
• Navy Pier Spirit Cruise — Thursday, July 19th. Board Cheeseman coaches at Faith United Methodist Church, Polo, at 8 a.m. Depending on traffic, arrive at Navy Pier at 10:30, have free time at the pier until 11:30 then board the Spirit of Chicago for laid back, fun, and friendly cruising backed by skyline views.  During the cruise, enjoy buffet-style dining, onboard games, and a lively deejay. Dock at 2 p.m., board the bus, and head to Ikea. Depending on traffic, arrive
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Holly, The Big Bopper, Neil Diamond, Chubby Checker, Johnny Rivers, Roy Orbison, a little doo wop, a little Motown and the list goes on.  The cost is $32 per person. • White Pines Lunch Theatre — Wednesday, Sept. 19 for Rocky Mountain High – John Denver Tribute. Ted Vigil from Washington State holds the title of the top John Denver impersonator in the nation.  He has won celebrity look alike contests and is a talented singer and musician. The cost is $32 per person.
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Winnebago punches ticket to state with 58-55 win By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com
It was a battle of the big guys with 6’10” George Conditt of Chicago Corliss and 6’9” Andrew Morrissey of Winnebago going at it in the 2A super-sectional Tuesday night. In the end, the Indians prevailed 58-55 earning Winnebago its fifth trip downstate under coach Joe Murphy since 2004. Morrissey picked up his fourth foul with 2:50 left, but got Conditt to commit his fifth nine seconds later on a score under the basket to give ‘Bago a 49-40 lead. With Conditt gone, the quick Corliss team got within 56-55 with 13 seconds left, but Ty Waller made is six straight free throw to seal the win. Morrissey led everyone with 23 points, four blocks and 11 rebounds, but it was Waller’s 16 points in the second half making a huge difference. “As a team, were are seniordominated,” Waller said. “We have enough experience to know we could take it at (Conditt). Getting him out of the game made our job much easier.” First it was 6-1 sophomore Cole Seger challenging Conditt with a basket to start the third quarter and Waller did the same one possession later. With 3:20 left in the third quarter, Waller finally got the lead back (3433) with a pull-up 10 footer. His best offensive play came later in the fourth on a reverse lay-up in traffic. “We knew they had other players besides (Morrissey),” Corliss coach Harvey Jones said.
Fyock, Woolsey fail to advance Forreston and Oregon basketball players failed to advance to the final round of Country Financial’s ThreePoint Showdown. At the 1A Lanark Sectional. Braeden Fyock, Forreston, failed to make nine shots to advance to the next round. At the 2A Bureau Valley Section, Trey Woolsey, Oregon, did not advance. The finals of the competition will be held this weekend at the 1A and 2A tournament in Peoria.
Varsity Winners Varsity award winners of the Polo Marcos basketball team were, left to right: Hanna Blumhoff, Blue Collar Award; Alex Dusing, Most Valuable Player and second team allconference; Lizzy Stamm, Hustle Award; Rielley Peterson, Most Assists; Cassie Bushman, Most Improved; and CJ Gray, Best Free Throw Percentage. Photo supplied
Winnebago’s Andrew Morrisey (6’9) puts up a shot around Corliss’ George Conditt (6’10”) during first half action at the 2A Super-Sectional at NIU on Tuesday night. Photo by Earleen Hinton
“No. 42 (Waller) is one of them.” With Conditt gone, the only other senior on the Trojans, guard Kobe , picked up the slack, scoring 23 points. With his team trailing 49-40, Mapp hit a 3-pointer, added two more scores and drew a fifth foul on Morrissey from beyond the arc with 11 seconds left. He put in all three charity tosses to cut the lead to 56-55. “They were young and we had all that senior experience with Andrew, Ty and Kenny playing for what seems like forever,” Winnebago coach Joe Murphy said. “Once we settled down, we were okay.” With two blocks to start the game, Winnebago jumped out
to a 10-4 lead. Then Conditt responded with a dunk and baby hook to give the Trojans an emotional burst. “He’s athletic for a big man,” said Murphy of the Iowa State recruit. “It was up to Morrissey to stick with him.” At halftime, Murphy told Morrissey to take it to Conditt. “He wasn’t that physical,” Morrissey said of the gangly Conditt, who had 10 points and only three rebounds. “If I got in position, I knew I could finish on him. That’s not meant to take anything away from him. He’s resh-soph award winners for the Polo Marcos basketball team were, left to right: Hayla still a great player.” Corliss finishes at 24-5, while Blum, Hustle Award; Harper Clark, Most Improved; Marah Blake, Most Improved; and the Indians move on to a 27-2 Mallory Patterson, Most Valuable Player. Photo supplied record.
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Polo, Forreston players named to NUIC’s all-conference teams By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com
Several Polo and Forreston Basketball players were named to the 2017-2018 Northwest Upstate Illini Conference All Conference Team. Justin Young, a Polo junior, was named to the boys first team, as was Forreston senior Brandon Schneiderman. Polo freshman Alex Dusing and Forreston senior Danielle Hagemann were named to the girls second team. Polo had two boys make the second team, senior Trevin Forreston’s Brandon Schneiderman keeps the ball away Woodin and junior Braiden from Prophetstown’s Eric Robinson during action at the Soltow. Honorable mentions for the Polo Regional. Schneiderman was named to first team, all boys team went to Forreston conference. Photo by Earleen Hinton
junior Braedon Fyock, and for Polo, senior Reid Taylor and junior Brady Webb. Forreston had three girls receive honorable mentions: seniors Allison Bondele, Courtney Timm, and Sierra Reining. Others named to the teams were: First Team (Boys): Kyle Ottens, Milledgeville; Justin Hart, Amboy; Zac Cummins, Freeport Aquin; and Cade Schave, Milledgeville. Second Team (Boys): Caleb Drew, AFC; Jonah Diemer, Freeport Acquin; Austin Guy, Orangeville; Caden Getz, Orangeville; and Adam Green, Pecatonica. Honorable Mentions (Boys): Adam Hart, AFC; Hunter
Zimmerly, Amboy; Josh Clark, Dakota; Brock Klein, Durand; Bryce Carlson, Freeport Aquin; and Nate Rahn, Milledgeville. First Team (Girls): Madeline Prestegaard, AFC; Ellie Packer, Dakota; Katie Asche, Durand; Abby Barr, Freeport Aquin; Jaynee Prestegaard, AFC; and Mady Frederick, Milledgeville. Second Team (Girls): Alyse Southard, Pecatonica; Tabytha Toelke, Dakota; Maggie Bald, AFC; and Abi Payne, Amboy. Honorable Mentions (Girls): Emma Baker, Orangeville; Laura Schulze, Pecatonica; Rebecca Waite, Milledgeville; Georgia James, Freeport Aquin; Katelyn Kalina, Durand; McKEnzie Riemer, Orangeville; and Sarah Speer, Pecatonica.
Sports Column Playoffs were full of passion at sectional games By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com With March Madness in full swing, it’s more basketball coming at you. Last week was spent at Stillman Valley taking in the 3A regional. Poor Stillman doesn’t have a chance against those bigger schools, losing to Rochelle, Freeport and Dixon by double digits the last three years in the first round. Dixon came into the regional with a losing record at 1516, but left as the champion. Strangely, they had better teams in 2015 (28-2) and 2016 (25-4), but couldn’t get to the sectional. Part of that is the luck of the draw, but a bigger component is mental fortitude. In watching the Dukes edge higher-seeded
Rochelle in the semis, Dixon wanted to win more. The same applied when Dixon beat No. 1 seed Rock Falls in the finals, though the Rockets were without their best player, who had to sit out after being ejected in the previous game. As a spectator it was a joy to watch Dixon play with passion and determination. That losing record mattered little to them. Rochelle had them down 17-4 early in the first quarter, but the junior-laded Duke squad came roaring back. That above-mentioned mental toughness is so critical in the post season and Dixon had it. For the second year in a row, things were ideally set up for Rochelle to win regionals, but they came up short both times. Underachieving like that has to be a bitter pill for one of the nicest guys in the business, Hub coach Tim Thompson. State Wrestling Trophy Congratulations, though, to
the Rochelle wrestling team for bringing home the firstever state sports trophy in school history by taking fourth in the 2A state dual meet. That mental toughness was on display in winning the regional by a very close margin then beating a team (Ottawa) that they had lost to earlier in the year at the sectional. What’s odd about a state trophy finally being on display at the school, is that the wrestling team (19-14 record) probably isn’t among the top 20 or so sports teams at Rochelle, nor necessarily the best wrestling team. Like Dixon last year also bringing home a state trophy in wrestling, Rochelle was the beneficiary of a debatable state tournament series. The debate is whether or not the IHSA even needs to put on a dual meet format when an individual tourney already exists. The bigger question is about the decreased level of 1A and 2A competition, both in quality and quantity. None the less, a tremendous
effort by the kids from Rochelle and credit to them for being part of the toughest high-school sport there is. Sectional Win for ‘Bago With another regional title in its pocket, Winnebago made it 13 out of 16 crowns since 2003. Joe Murphy, another of true gentlemen of the game, deserves high praise for keeping the program so consistent. Unlike, say an Oregon or Stillman Valley, Winnebago has been blessed with a pipeline of talent throughout that period. Coaches can do their part, but basketball is the one sport where talent is essential. Go Out for Track In chatting with long-time track coach Tom DePasquale from the Sterling/Rock Falls area at Oregon’s first indoor meet of the year, he told me basketball coaches hurt themselves by not encouraging their players to go out for track and field.
He said basketball is about running and jumping, so wouldn’t it make since to go out for a sports that teaches the same. More importantly, competing in track develops that mental toughness needed to win games. I’m with you 100 percent on that Tom. More Thoughts on Polo Last week, I ran out of space and didn’t have room to finish a couple final thoughts on Polo basketball. A suggestion, and that’s what nice about having a column being able to throw things out that are none of my business and that would be for Polo to schedule a couple games with much larger schools. With the IHSA allowing much more latitude in scheduling, why not take on somebody that would really challenge you. It would serve in preparing for the rigors of the post season. Maybe somebody nearby like a Freeport, Dixon,
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Sterling, or Rochelle. With Trevin Woodin graduating, Polo will likely see increased defensive pressure from opponents. With his 3-point potential, opposing defenses were geared to stop Woodin, freeing other players up. The lack of a legitimate 3-point shooter might impact game planning. Still, next year promises to be very exciting.
of implementing process improvements and automation to increase the efficiency of the office. I am known for delivering excellent customer service to all of our constituents and will make that a continued priority for the office. Experience matters!
Candidates running for their parties’ nominations in contested county races in the March 20 General Primary Election were offered the opportunity to tell voters about themselves and their views in their own words. Their profiles appear below. Successful candidates will run for the office in the Nov. 6 General Election.
County Treasurer Linda L. Beck and Patrick Wiesner are both seeking the Republican Party nomination for Ogle County Treasurer.
Linda L. Beck
Address: 409 S. Second St., Oregon Age: 56 Profession: Chief Deputy, Ogle County Treasurer’s Office Public offices currently or previously held: Ogle County Chief Deputy Treasurer for past 12 years What is the main issue facing the office you are
running for and what do you plan to do about it? Ogle County is dealing with serious budgetary challenges. My pledge is to run the Treasurer’s office in the most efficient way possible, with a continuous focus on reducing expense wherever possible. Beyond just furnishing the board with timely and accurate financial information, I will offer insightful analysis and alternatives to aid in their decision processes. Finally, I will work to ensure transparency and accountability for spending
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Patrick Wiesner
Address: 1100 W. Washington St., Oregon Age: 41 Profession: Certified Public Linda Beck Accountant (CPA) Public office currently across all county departments. or previously held (include Why should voters choose dates): you? • Oregon City Council I am the only candidate with (2011-2014) county government experience, • Oregon Rotary Club having served as Chief Deputy Treasurer for the past 12 years. (Board Member 2006-2010, I am knowledgeable in all President 2009) What is the main issue aspects of the office and have facing the office you are worked closely with the board. running for and what do you I have a proven record
plan to do about it? The county is struggling to balance the budget annually and needed to institute a hiring freeze this year to avoid a budgeted deficit. The General Fund is being forced to borrow between funds for the second year in a row due to the spending down of reserves. The county board recently approved loans of up to $3 million to the General Fund from the Solid Waste Fund or the Long Range Capital Improvement Fund. This loan will likely not be an option in future years due to the looming expenditures for the new jail, which will force the county to borrow from financial institutions to manage cash flows. The county needs a fiscally conservative approach now more than ever to bring spending in line with revenues.
Why should voters choose you? My education and experience have thoroughly prepared me to effectively handle all of the responsibilities presented by this position. As a lifelong resident of Ogle County I’ve earned multiple degrees from Northern Illinois University including Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Master of Business Administration (MBA), and Master of Science in Taxation (MST). I have 12 years as Chief Financial Officer for an area business and have also worked as a tax manager and senior tax accountant for regional accounting firms. I hope to utilize my skills, education and credentials to improve and make Ogle County’s Treasurer’s Office one of the best in Illinois.
County Board District 2 Two Republican incumbents, Wayne Reising and Patricia Nordman, both of Oregon, and a Democratic challenger Jerry Shirar, also of Oregon, are seeking their respective parties’ nominations for two seats on the Ogle County Board District 2, which includes White Rock, Pine Rock, Lafayette, and Oregon-Nashua Townships. While all are running unopposed in the primary, only two will be successful in the General Election.
Wayne Reising
Address: 168 Terrace View Boulevard, Oregon Age: 59 Professional: Insurance agent Public offices currently or previously held: • Ogle County Board Member District 2, 2016-present • Ogle County Regional Planning Commission, 2008-present, vice chair, 2016-present • Ogle County representative on B.E.S.T. Inc Board, 2012-present • Oregon Nashua Precinct 2 Committeeman What is the main issue facing the board and what do you plan to do about it? 1. The budget. Ogle County needs to find additional
revenue. As a member of the Regional Planning Commission, along with the Planning & Zoning Committee, I will do what I can to approve new business and help create new revenue for the county. 2. The new jail. As a member of the Long Range Committee, we are overseeing the construction of the new facility. Our goal is to bring in it on time and under budget. I have a desire to make sure the building is a credit to the Oregon community as my office will be located across the street. Why should voters choose you? Experience. I serve on several committees that have a direct impact on the finances of the county. Serving on these committees give a voice to the people in Oregon. I have lived and worked in the community for over 30 years, and I am always willing to listen to anyone.
Patricia Nordman
Address: 1431 Route 64 E, Oregon Age: 56 Profession: Family Nurse Practitioner and Co-Farmer ( with husband William
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Nordman) Public offices currently or previously held: Ogle County Board Member District 2 What’s the most important issue facing the board? The most important issue is fiscal accountability and sustainability. As an elected Ogle County Board member - I work toward accomplishing fiscal accountability. I actively participate on the Finance Committee, IT Committee, Executive Committee, and Chair County Security Committee. What do you plan to do about it? Listening and ensuring resident’s voices and concerns
are heard. Accurate representation of residents needs and concerns. Recognize what is working effectively, build on current partnerships, create and energize new partnerships. Open communication regarding county activities that will continue to move us forward. Why should voters choose you? I am a positive, driven, hardworking, born and raised Ogle County resident. I will continue to serve the Ogle County residents and be accountable to them. I believe that we can make a difference in Ogle County and we will continue to grow.
Address: 508 S. Third St., Oregon Age: 60 Profession: Engineering Technician at Coilcraft, Oregon. Public offices currently or previously held: None. First Run. What is the main issue facing the board you are running for and what do you plan to do about it? The tax and spend approach to pet projects is costing taxpayers more for fewer services. According to one board member, the county board is planning to move the services from Pines Road to join the downtown complex. The board is very tight with money to support essential services and obligations presently, yet they will once again push expensive projects promising no tax increase. When the projects run into financial difficulties, the taxes will increase. I will be a voice of reason on the board calculating realistic projects. Projects need to be voted upon by the tax paying public. I will assure actual obligations be properly funded so they don’t cost
more in the long run though board negligence. Why should voters choose you? I will... • Represent voters. I will listen to the voices of the second district and their voices will be heard at the board level. • Have a new perspective in approaching the issues facing the county • Utilize my experience reading technical proposals and offering realistic solutions educated with an engineering technology degree • Plan projects withing budget and on time drawing on my advanced technical capabilities in telecom and federal governmental agencies. • Be independent of corporate interests as my income is not based on any decision the board makes so I can truly represent the people of my district. • Improve emergency communications between the citizens in the field and the county emergency coordination. As a federally licensed amateur radio operator (N9XR) of 42 years, I have storm spotting experience.
County Board District 7 Three Republican candidates are seeking their party’s nominations for two seats on the Ogle County Board in District 7, which includes Maryland, Mt. Morris, and Forreston Townships. The two successful candidates will run in the General Election.
Ron Colson
Address: 311 Barbara St., Mt. Morris Age: 77 Profession: Ogle County Board Member and retired race car driver Public offices currently or previously held: • Ogle County Board Member District 7 • Current county representative and past president of Blackhawk Hills Regional Council (JoDaviess, Stephenson, Carroll, Ogle, Whiteside, and Lee Counties), 1996 – present • Board of Directors – Lee Ogle Transportation System,
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Vote for Wiesner Dear Editor, The new treasurer will be following one that has been in office nearly 20 years. From all I can tell he’s done a good job, but it’s time for a change. Change is good. Rather than have him replaced from someone who worked for him in the treasurer’s office, it makes
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Stanley G. Asp
2017 – present • Ogle Representative to Northern Illinois Technology Triangle, 2005 – 2010 What is the main issue facing the board you are running for and what do you plan to do about it? Building the necessary infrastructure, from the current revenue stream of landfill host fees, to meet the county’s needs for the next 50 years so that burden doesn’t fall directly on the taxpayer and the property
tax revenue that is needed to pay ongoing operational costs of the county. Why should the voters choose you? First – Demonstrated dedication to the job. Second – Experience – Committee service – Roads & Bridges (Current Chairman); Assessment, Planning, & Zoning; Judiciary & Circuit Clerk; Long Range Planning; Safety; Buildings & Grounds; Sheriff; Coroner; Information
Technology; Planning Commission; Election Judge Third – U.S. Army Veteran
sense to me to bring in an outsider. We are fortunate to have Mr. [Patrick] Wiesner running for treasurer. I saw his ads and read about his experience, education, and certifications like CPA. It’s hard to figure out how to vote most [of the] time. Not this time. I’m voting for Wiesner. Chad Worman Byron
Ogle County Treasurer’s office having served as chief deputy treasurer for over 11 years. During this time, I personally worked with Linda on interdepartment accounting matters and found her knowledgeable and helpful. She always put forth the extra effort to come up with the proper answer. With her experience as chief deputy treasurer, Linda will hit the ground running as county treasurer. Please join me in voting for Linda Beck for Ogle County Treasurer on March 20.
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Address: 9539 W. Coffman Rd., German Valley Age: 43 Profession: Product Manager at E.D. Etnyre & Co. Public offices currently or previously held: This is my first time seeking public office. What is the main issue facing the board you are
Wiesner is a professional Dear Editor, I’ve known Patrick Wiesner personally and professionally for over 20 years. Patrick has been a trusted professional partner for my financial planning practice for over a decade. During my tenure with the Oregon Rotary Club I was able to partner with Patrick on numerous club projects, where
running for and what do you plan to do about it? It all starts with the budget. As a new county board member, I will look at the budget with a fresh perspective. There are critical functions that need funding at the county level. Public health and safety, school initiatives, and infrastructure will be my key priorities for our spending plan. However, I believe in a tax less, spend less philosophy. I will continually search for ways to provide these basic services in the most efficient way possible and remember that this money belongs to the taxpayers. I am not afraid to ask “why?” Why should voters choose you? I look forward to representing the people of northwest Ogle County on the county board. It is my goal to approach issues not only based on my personal opinion, but to solicit input from the people that will be most affected by those
decisions. I will be available to listen to your viewpoint.
I observed an organized and thoughtful community leader in action. Patrick’s leadership was instrumental in helping our club promote meaningful and worthwhile civic service initiatives benefiting those less fortunate in our local community. Over the years, I’ve come to know Patrick as a good listener, a confident and intelligent communicator, and someone who understands the importance of evaluating decisions in a fair and balanced manner.
Patrick’s extensive professional credentials, practical real world business experience and his unique understanding of our community will enable him to effectively and fairly address the diverse and complex requirements of managing the people’s resources. Join me in supporting Patrick Wiesner as treasurer - a trusted steward who understand the importance of acting in the best interests of all concerned.
Stanley G. Asp
Address: 7782 W. Ill. Rt. 64, Mt. Morris Age: 71 Professional: Retired Public offices currently or previously held: None listed What is the main issue facing the board and what do you plan to do about it? I believe land owners (farmers) have the right to do with their land what they need to do to make a proper living — raise crops, rent it out to an energy company. We need to find alternative energy sources, such as wind or solar. I don’t believe it’s up to us to deter that. Why should voters choose you? I was born and raised in Ogle County and am a lifelong resident of the county. He lives between Mt. Morris and Forreston all my life.
Kelly Johnson Winnebago
County Record Property Transfers Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the county recorder’s office. The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and township of the property. Feb. 23 Joshua D. Schier, warranty deed to Ahmad R. Farraj, 108 S. Congress Ave., Polo, $17,000.
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Ahmad R. Farraj, warranty deed to Mahant Supermarket, Inc., 205 S. Division Ave., Polo, $120,000. Bruce E. Lambert, warranty deed to Steve Johnson, 000 Central Street, Woosung Township, $50,000.
Sharon D. Crispino, St. Francis Drive, Taylor Township.
Skare Rd., Flagg Township, $130,000.
William M. Baumer and Joan S. Baumer, quit claim to William M. Baumer and Joan S. Baumer, 9199 Lemke Drive, Byron Township.
Jenny Franz as trustee of the Clifford E. Knapp Revocable Trust, Judi Gregory and Linda Kirgan, warranty deed to Zachery Martin, 306 S. Third St., Oregon, $114,500.
Shirley A. Bradley, warranty deed to Perichoresis LLC-806, 806 W. Jefferson St., Oregon, $60,000.
Nordic Investment Corp. and Nordic Park Realty, Inc., warranty deed to David J. Kieffer and Christopher C. Kieffer, Oakwood Drive, Rockvale Township, $15,000.
Wanda Hollewell, quit claim to Wanda Hollewell, Linda L. Hollewell, and Tiffany Ann Pulliam, 510 S. 10th St., Oregon.
Casey Wrasse, quit claim to Jamie M. Wrasse, 2008 N. Southfield Lane, Byron.
Feb. 26 J&S Properties, LLP, quit claim to John F. Crispino and
Feb. 27 Sharon A. Gigante, warranty deed to Ryan E. Miller and Kristen D. Miller, 5749 S.
David J. Hughes and Weston D. Hughes, warranty deed to Janie L. Hughes and Weston D. Hughes, 604 Franklin St., Oregon. Feb. 28 Kimberly Wolfe, warranty deed to Roger C. Robbins and Michele A. Robbins, 5410 S. Ill. 2, Grand Detour Township, $325,000. Eric
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L. Boren, warranty deed to James A. Ciminello, 12396 W. Haldane Rd., Lincoln Township, $81,000. Ofelia Bustamante, Saul De Luna and Bacilisa Silva, quit claim to Saul De Luna, 308 N. Ninth St., Rochelle. March 1 Jaime M. Wrasse, quit claim to Jaime M. Wrasse, Joseph R. Dyal and Donna M. Dyal, 2008 Southfield Lane, Byron. Marty Portner and Nadine M. Portner, warranty deed to Robert B. Bain and Carol L. Bain, 202 Saddlewood Circle, Taylor Township, $295,000. Nordic Investment Corp., warranty deed to Village of Stillman Valley, 410 Prairie
Trail, Stillman Valley, $22,500. Susan L. Coine, quit claim to Robert T. Coine, South Columbian Road, Pine Creek Township. Susan L. Coine, quit claim to Robert T. Coine, vacant land, Pine Creek Township. Susan L. Coine, quit claim to Robert T. Coine, vacant land, Pine Creek Township, Susan L. Coine, quit claim to Robert T. Coine, 2636 S. Harmony Rd., Pine Creek Township. Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC, warranty deed to Pete G. Powell, 602 W. Buffalo St., Polo, $38,000.
Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following arrests. Feb. 23 Abundio Aguilar Rios, 47, Kewanee, was arrested at 8:49 a.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 3000 block of South Freeport Road. Rios was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Feb. 28 At approximately 6:02 a.m., deputies, along with members of Oregon Fire Department and Ambulance District, assisted by the Oregon Police Department, responded to a one-vehicle accident in the 900 block of North River Road. The driver, Wendy PlazaGates, 39, Stillman Valley, was transported to Mercy Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. Kenneth E. Meier, 62, Belvidere, was arrested at 12:44 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 10000 block of North Illinois 2. Jesses Cisneros, 33, Aurora, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while license suspended. Cisneros’ bond was set at $3,000 (10%) pending a March 1 court appearance. Shayne Carroll, 33, Shabbona, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Carroll posted a full cash bond of $1,818 and was released with no further court date needed.
Adam Jordan, 34, Byron, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for possession of a firearm without a Firearm Owner’s Identification Card. Jordan posted the $3,000 (10%) bond, was released, and is scheduled to appear in court again on March 16. Ruben Gonzalez, 20, Mendota, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. His full cash bond was set at $445. Gonzalez posted $100, was released, and is scheduled to appear in court March 26. Michael Stottler, 34, Polo, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for domestic battery. Stottler’s bond was set at$50,000 (10%) pending a March 2 court appearance. Madison Anderson, 21, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Anderson posted $184 as a full cash bond and was released with no further court date needed. Tyler Bollon 29, Freeport, was arrested at 3:56 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic
March 2 Alysha Dwyer, 27, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for theft of services. Dwyer’s bond was set at $3,000 (10%) pending a March 5 court appearance. Jonathan Robinson, 29, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for a mittimus. Robinson posted $508 as bond, was released, and is scheduled to appear in court again on March 26. Jeremy Kuri, 31, Macomb, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Kuri’s bond was set at $810.78 pending a March 5 court appearance. Scott Heise, 35, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for a seat belt violation. Heise posted $2,000 (10%) as bond, was released, and is scheduled to appear in court March 23.
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March 3 Deputies were called to 303 Locust Ave. in Forreston in regard to a disturbance. After an investigation Trey Pempilton, (age not listed) was taken into custody for battery. Pempilton was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Denny Bird, 30, Mt Morris, was arrested at 3:10 p.m. for driving while license revoked following a traffic stop in the 4000 block of West Illinois 72. Bird was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. He was also cited for possession of drug paraphernalia. Samuel Rhea, 40, Byron, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Rhea posted $1,001 as bond, was released and was scheduled to appear in court March 5. At 12:14 a.m., deputies responded to 10976 E. Fisher Rd., Lot 48, to the report of a domestic dispute. After conducting an investigation, Ruben Ramirez, 50, Rochelle, was arrested for disorderly
conduct. Ramirez was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Melvin Wilton, 20, Dixon, was arrested at 8:35 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 12000 block of East Illinois 38. Wilton was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. March 4 At 10:04 a.m., deputies responded to a two-vehicle accident at Hemstock and Skare Road. After an investigation, deputies learned that Donald Marsh, 69, Rochelle, was westbound on Hemstock Road and failed to yield the right of way and his vehicle was struck by a northbound vehicle on Skare Road being driven by Thomas Reed, 36, Rochelle. Both vehicles suffered major body damage due to the incident. Marsh was flown to Saint Anthony’s Hospital for his injuries. Reed refused medical treatment, but his three
passengers were transported to Rochelle Community Hospital for minor injuries. The incident is still under investigation. At approximately 6:19 p.m., deputies responded to a single vehicle rollover accident in the 4200 block of South Illinois 2. After further investigation, Pablo Garcia, 34, Peoria, was arrested for driving while license suspended. Garcia was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. March 5 Lindsey Roberts, 33, Lindenwood, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for theft. Roberts’ bond was set at $5,000 (10%) pending a March 6 court appearance. Kevin Staten, 28, Creston, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear and on a petition to revoke for a domestic battery charge. His bonds were set at $1,146 (cash) and $20,000 (10%) pending a March 6 court appearance.
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Jason M. Stokes, 37, Davis Junction, was arrested at 8:41 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 7000 block of North Illinois 251. He was also cited for speeding. Stokes was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.
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March 1 Kaitlyn Estes, 26, Harmon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear driving while under the influence. Estes’ bonds were set at $1,795 (full cash) and $3,000 (10%) pending a March 2 court appearance.
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Oregon Police Activity Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity. Feb. 21 Brook A. Lozano, 27, Oregon, was arrested at 6:59 p.m. for driving while license suspended. Lozano was also issued a citation for operating a motor vehicle with registration suspended for non-insurance. Lozano was transported to the Ogle County jail. These violations occurred at the intersection of Third and Jefferson Streets. Feb. 24 Chelsie N. Boyer, 27, Oregon, was arrested at 8:50 a.m. for criminal damage to property and possession of a controlled substance. Boyer was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Ian M. Keene, 19, Sterling, was arrested at 12 p.m. for driving while license suspended. Keene was transported to the Ogle County Jail.
At 8:30 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the drive-thru of McDonald’s restaurant, located at 211 S. Fourth Street involving a 2000 Pontiac driven by Austin G. Bettner, 17, Mt. Morris, and a 2005 Chevrolet driven by Megan A. Fuentes, 38, Mt. Morris. No citations were issued. At 9:30 p.m., police investigated a car vs pedestrian traffic crash at the intersection of South Third and Washington Streets involving pedestrian Kevin M. Bonnell, 38, Oregon, and a 2016 Honda driven by Amber R. Browning, 31, Rochelle. Browning was issued citations for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Bonnell refused medical treatment, and was subsequently arrested on an outstanding Lee County warrant for failure to appear and transported to the Ogle County Jail. Feb. 26 At 3:44 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the S. Third Street Municipal parking lot
located at 122 S. Third Street involving a 2012 Toyota driven by Jennifer L. Madden, 37, Oregon, and a parked 2002 Ford owned by Nancy A. Arbogast. No citations were issued. Feb. 27 Delilah A. Alvarez, 37, Oregon, was issued a citation at 7:20 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 100 block of South Fourth Street. Feb. 28 At 1:05 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash at the intersection of Fourth and Madison Streets involving a 2003 Ford driven by Melody D. Stuppy, 18, Oregon, and a 2006 Dodge driven by Angela R. George, 43, Oregon. No citations were issued. At 2:58 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the parking lot for the Oregon School District, located at 202 S. 10th Street involving a 2015 Chevrolet driven by Eduardo Guzman, 17, Oregon, and a parked 2014 Ford belonging to Andrew Nelson, 54, Oregon. No citations were issued.
Feb. 26 Tracy Reeder, Mt. Morris, pleaded guilty to driving while license revoked. Judge John B. Roe sentenced him to conditional discharge with 30 days in jail, which is stayed until Jan. 16, 2019. He was also sentenced to 12 months probation and was ordered to submit to DNA testing, random drug testing, attend a victim impact panel, cooperate with and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as recommended and pay total
State Police Illinois State Police Master Sergeant Michael Kuehl reported the following activities. Feb. 15: Noah S. Bentzler, 20, of Davis Junction, was stopped at 1:55 p.m. on Caron
fines and costs of $1,812.
fines and costs of $9,868.
March 2 Marcus Gaines, 22, Mt. Morris, pleaded guilty to two counts of delivery of a controlled substance. Judge John B. Roe sentenced him to 180 days in jail and 48 months probation. Gaines has already served 18 days in jail and the remainder of the jail sentence will be remitted upon successful completion of his probation. Roe also ordered him to submit to DNA testing, random drug testing, cooperate with and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as recommended, and pay total
Logan Buckwalter, 22, Rochelle, pleaded guilty to failure to register as a sex offender. Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to three years the Illinois Department of Corrections with two years mandatory supervised release and ordered him to pay total fines and costs of $1,491.
Road at Ill. 38 after a routine registration check revealed the owner of the vehicle had a suspended license. Bentzler was charged with driving while license suspended and released on an I-bond. Feb. 20: Erik D. Lutyens, 48, of Harmon, was stopped for
no headlights when required at 5:44 p.m. on U.S. 30 at Schlipp Road and charged with unlawful possession of cannabis (30-100 grams), illegal transportation of alcohol and no headlights when required. Lutyens was transported to the Lee County Jail.
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March 1 Tyler B. Charleston, 23, Loves Park, was arrested at 10:14 a.m., on an outstanding Rockford Police Department warrant. Charleston was transported to the Ogle County Jail. March 4 Latasha A. McCoy, 32, Sterling, was issued a citation at 1:45 p.m. for speeding, 43 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 400 block of N. Fourth Street.
Second Street, resulting in the arrest of Danny L. Rosenbalm, 39, Mt. Morris, for domestic battery, criminal damage to property, criminal trespass to residence, and interfering with the reporting of domestic violence. Rosenbalm was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
Ryan Proell, 35, Dixon, pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance. Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to 50 days in jail, which has been satisfied, and six months conditional discharge.
Fourteen parking tickets and 9 verbal/written warnings were issued from Feb. 19 - March 4.
Richard R. Voss
Richard enjoyed fixing and repairing lawn mowers, tractors, doing puzzles, western movies, fishing, throwing horseshoes, his pets, and most of all spending time with his family and friends. Richard was a member of the Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren. Richard is survived by his wife, Patricia Voss, Mt. Morris; children, Richard E. Voss, Dora May Henarie, Jeremy Voss, and Megan Voss; sister, Elgie Carter; several nieces
and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Shelby. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 9 at 11 a.m. at the Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren with Rev. Virginia Haney officiating. Burial of cremains will be held at a later date. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. Memorials will be determined.
12 years. He was a certified barber like his father. He is survived by his wife, Fonda; daughter, Vickie Shade, of Mt. Morris; son, Lyle “Vince” (Julie) Wright, of Oregon; daughter, Julie (Jim) Randall, of Wichita, Kansas; daughter, Angela (Brad) Field, of Mt. Carroll; and son, Dennis (Sherri) Wright, of Mt. Morris; grandchildren, Danielle Schier, Brandy Moser, Brett Meyers, Dexter Wright, Robert Toomsen, Shalane Toomsen, Kyle Field, Breanne Field, Matthew Wright, Brooke
Wright, Allison Wright, and Hannah Wright; eight greatgrandchildren; and a greatgreat-grandchild expected this spring; brother, Darrell (Therese), of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; and sisters, Mary Lu Kessling and Virginia Hoar, of Roscoe. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Flora and Mildred; brothers, Arlen “Art” and Clarence Wright; and half siblings, Roland Wright, Alan Dietzman, and Lois Wright Thompson. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 10 at 11 a.m. at Farrell-HollandGale Funeral Home, 110 S. Seventh St., Oregon, with the Pastor Vince Wilczynski of the Mt. Carroll Church of God officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Lightsville Cemetery near Leaf River. In lieu of flowers make a donation to FHN Hospice, Freeport. To leave condolences visit www.farrellhollandgale.com.
Obituaries Richard R. Voss, 68, of Mt. Morris, died on Thursday, March 1, 2018 in Freeport Memorial Hospital, Freeport, with his family by his side. Richard was born July 15, 1949 in Hope, Arkansas, the son of Basil and Lilly Voss. Richard married Patricia Shook on May 8, 1989 in Oregon. Richard worked many jobs helping many businesses and people.
Lyle D. Wright, 80, of Mt. Carroll, formerly of Oregon died Sunday, March 4, 2018 in His home. Lyle was the son of Harry “Pete” and Minnie Helman Wright. He married Fonda M. Burkhart on Feb. 10, 1968. The couple had recently celebrated their 50th anniversary. Lyle was a U.S. Air Force veteran who fondly remembered his service at Orly International Airport in Paris, France, where he met and conducted several distinguished visitors to the region. He was an avid storyteller, who enjoyed the outdoors. Spending time with his family was very important to Lyle. He also enjoyed gardening, painting, and his dragon collection. Lyle cared for all animals and was especially fond of his shih tzu Tinker. Lyle worked at the piano factory in Oregon for 19 years and at Imeco, Inc. in Polo for
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www.oglecountynews.com STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: No. 18 P 4 LARRY C. SPULDING, Deceased CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Larry C. Spaulding. Letters of office were issued on January 25, 2018 to Reed E. Spaulding, Randy J. Spaulding and Curtis A. Spaulding, as Co-Executors, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthyLLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O Box 339, Oregon, IL 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both, within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 1st day of February, 2018 REED E. SPAULDING, RANDY J SPAULDING and CURTIS S. SPAULDING, Independent Co- Executors For the Estate of Larry C. Spaulding, Deceased. Kim D. Krahenbuhl WilliamsMcCarthyLLP P.O. Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 (815) 732-2101 kkrahenhuhl@wilmac.com August 8, 15 & 22, 2018 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY Kimberly & Trinity Maples Plaintiff Vs. Case No. 2017 AD 13 Justin Coltrain Defendant Publication Notice Notice is given to you, all concerned parties and defendants that this case has been commenced in the Court against you and other defendants, asking that Trinity Maples adopts minor child (K.B.) and for other relief. UNLESS YOU, file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the office if the Ogle County Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center 106 S. 5th Street, Suite 300, Oregon IL 61061 on or before April 24, 2018, A JUDGEMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. Witness: February 27, 2018 Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court By: Diane L. Sanders Deputy March 8, 15, 22, 2018 INVITATION TO BID Remodeling of Rest Rooms & Locker Rooms at Polo High School Project No. 1744 Sealed proposals will be received by the Polo Community Unit School District #222 for project listed above according to plans and specifications prepared by Bracke-Hayes-Miller-Mahon, Architects, LLP - Upland Center, 1465-41st Street, Moline, IL. All proper bids for Bid Package “1” General Construction will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at the District Office. All bids received after the above-stipulated closing time for receipt of bids will be returned to the Bidder unopened. All bids received will be opened and read at a meeting of the Owner at the above time and place. Finishing Work Contractor (floor and wall ceramic tile, VCT, vinyl base) will be assigned to the General Contractor. All proper bids for Bid Package “2” Finishing Work (floor and wall ceramic tile, VCT, vinyl base) will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at the District Office. All bids received after the above-stipulated closing time for receipt of bids will be returned to the Bidder unopened. All bids received will be opened and read at a meeting of the Owner at the above time and place. Proposals, contract forms, plans and specifications are on file and may be examined and copies received from the offices of the following: Bracke-Hayes-Miller-Mahon, Architects 1465-41st Street Moline, IL 61265 Plans may be viewed electronically via Dodge Data & Analyticsat www.construction.com Greater Peoria Contractors & Suppliers 1811 W. Altorfer Drive Peoria, IL 61615 Plans may be viewed electronically via ConstructConnect at www.constructconnect.com Plans may be viewed electronically via Master Builders of Iowa Construction Update Network at www.isqft.com Proposals will be received to accomplish all labor and materials to perform all portions of the work to provide a complete finished project.One set of such contract documents may be obtained by the prime contractors from the office of the Architect upon deposit of $45.00 (refundable). Drawings will be mailed to Bidders only if a separate $15.00 check per set (additional $10.00 per set for multiple sets) for postage and handling is sent along with the refundable deposit check. ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT DISTRIBUTION: Contract documents may be obtained in electronic format (pdf's) from the Architect's office. Documents will be available for downloading from www.box.com Contractors are responsible for registration, fees, etc. for use of this site. It is solely the contractor?s responsibility to verify that he is downloading all drawings, all specifications, and all addenda for this project. No additional cost will be by the Owner for the allowed contractor?s failure to download all material. Contractors to request access to downloads by calling the Architect?s office or by emailing at bhmm@bhmmarchitects.com Contractor will receive email notice and invitation to view project folder to download drawings, specifications, addenda, etc. This project is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12). All contractors, subcontractors, and those supplying labor to this project shall comply with the “Employment of Illinois Workers on Public Works Act” (30 ILCS 570/) commonly referred to as the Illinois Preference Act. March 8, 2018
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THE COMPLAINT TO FORECLOSE A MORTGAGE IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM YOU MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS WINTRUST MORTGAGE, a division of Barrington Bank & Trust, N.A., Plaintiff, v. EUGENE M. CHASE, JR.; VIRGINIA CHASE; UNKNOWN OWNERS; and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. 18 CH 13 12443 N. Hoisington Rd., Byron, IL 61010 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to the following: UNKNOWN OWNERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS AND UNKNOWN TENANTS AND OCCUPANTS, Generally. Notice is hereby given to Defendants in the above-entitled suit that the above-named Plaintiff has filed its Complaint in said Court for Foreclosure pursuant to the mortgage foreclosure laws of the State of Illinois, of the lands and premises in the Complaint situated in Ogle Cook County, State of Illinois: PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE WEST HALF OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 1, AT A POINT WHICH IS 2228.33 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 12 MINUTES EAST 418.72 FEET TO A FENCE; THENCE SOUTH 1 DEGREE 30 MINUTES WEST ON AND ALONG SAID FENCE, 538.49 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 16 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE LINE OF A FENCE, 404.68 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH ON SAID WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION, 520.37 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE, TOWNSHIP OF BYRON AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS PIN: 04-01-100-002. COMMON ADDRESS: 12443 N. Hoisington Rd., Byron, IL 61010.that summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that said suit is now pending. The said Complaint is for the foreclosure of the mortgage. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your appearance in the said suit in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Ogle County, Illinois, on or before the day of March 26, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. Stephen G. Daday Klein, Daday, Aretos & O'Donoghue, LLC 2550 West Golf Road, Suite 250 Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 847-590-8700 Attorney No. 3127015 I3076910 February 22, March 1 & 8 2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP. PLAINTIFF, -vsBRANDIE L. ZELL; DEFENDANTS 17 CH 69 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on November 17, 2017; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on April 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff Office Administration Building, North Door, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: LOT 6 IN BLOCK 6 IN RAILROAD ADDITION TO THE CITY OF OREGON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BLOCK A OF PLATS, PAGE 144, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1011 South 3rd Street, Oregon, IL 61061 Permanent Index No.: 16-10-126-005 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. The judgment amount was $54,427.64. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I3071868 March 1, 8, & 15, 2018 FA Route 549 Section 116 RS-1 Ogle County Job No. R-92-001-72 Parcel No. 2XOG092
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PUBLIC AUCTION OF REAL PROPERTY The following parcel of land located at the Southwest corner of the intersection of County Highway 35 (Mt. Morris Road) and Il Route 72, North of Mt. Morris, Illinois, will be offered for sale at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 21, 2018. The property to be sold is 0.347 acres of vacant land. PARCEL NUMBER 2XOG092 THE MINIMUM OPENING BID IS....................$1,500.00 A complete legal description will be furnished upon request. Copies of the Bidder's Contract containing terms and provisions may be obtained from the office of Kevin Marchek, P.E. Region Two Engineer, District No. 2, 819 Depot Avenue, Dixon, Illinois 61021, or by calling (815) 284-5368, TDD Number (815) 284-1667 or FAX (815) 284-5925. The successful bidder must deposit with the State, a deposit in the amount of $500.00 at the conclusion of the sale. The deposit must be made payable to the TREASURER, STATE OF ILLINOIS, and must be in the form of a Cashier's Check, Bank Draft, Certified Check of Money Order. No personal checks will be accepted. The State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252) and the Regulation of the Department of Transportation 49CFR, Part 21, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that the acceptance of any bid pursuant to this advertisement will be without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin. Sale notices are also available on the department?s Internet site located at: http://www.idot.illinois.gov/doing-business/sales/excess-propertysales/index, District 2. PLEASE NOTE THAT ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION EMPLOYEES NOR FAMILY MEMBERS LIVING WITHIN THE SAME HOUSEHOLD MAY BID ON PROPERTY, EITHER REAL OR PERSONAL, OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT AT PUBLIC AUCTION. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RANDALL BLANKENHORN, SECRETARY KEVIN MARCHEK, P.E. REGION TWO ENGINEER March 1 & 8, 2018
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE - OREGON, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL D. JUDKINS AKA MICHAEL JUDKINS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 56 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at the hour of 2:30 p.m., inside the front door of the Judicial Center, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT FIVE (5) IN WOODLAWN ACRES SUBDIVISION NO. 1, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF LOTS 19, 20, 21, 22 AND 23 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 20, IN TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK 1 OF PLATS PAGE 35 AS DOCUMENT NO. 366685 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6895 South Sarah Avenue, Rochelle, Illinois 61068. P.I.N. 24-20-481-012. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F17060180 I3079085 March 8,15,22, 2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP. PLAINTIFF, -vsBRANDIE L. ZELL; DEFENDANTS 17 CH 69 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on November 17, 2017; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on April 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff Office Administration Building, North Door, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 1011 South 3rd Street, Oregon, IL 61061 Permanent Index No.: 16-10-126-005 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. The judgment amount was $54,427.64. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I3071868 March 1, 8 & 15, 2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE - OREGON, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL D. JUDKINS AKA MICHAEL JUDKINS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 56 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, April 12, 2018, at the hour of 2:30 p.m., inside the front door of the Judicial Center, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT FIVE (5) IN WOODLAWN ACRES SUBDIVISION NO. 1, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF LOTS 19, 20, 21, 22 AND 23 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 20, IN TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK 1 OF PLATS PAGE 35 AS DOCUMENT NO. 366685 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6895 South Sarah Avenue, Rochelle, Illinois 61068. P.I.N. 24-20-481-012. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F17060180 I3079085 March 8,15,22, 2018
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Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, March 8, 2018, Page B6 TAKING BIDS FOR 2018 LAWN MOWING SEASON Location: CHANA FIRE STATION 5995 Honey Creek Rd.
Lawn to be mowed once weekly during mowing season, approximately May thru October as needed. Lawn mowing will include trimming of areas if needed. Contractor will furnish all mowing and trimming equipment. Copy of Contractor's current Liability Insurance coverage must be provided. Bids shall include the cost per mowing. Please send your Bid Proposal including Proof of Insurance and the Cost Per Mowing to: Oregon Fire Protection District 106 S. First Street, Oregon, IL 61061 Bids must be received prior to April 11, 2018 March 8, 15, 2018 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OR OLMSTED DISTRICT COURT – JUVENILE DIVISION THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY-OREGON,ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.MARKUS A. CHESKO A/K/A MARK A. CHESKO A/K/A MARK CHESKO A/K/A MARCUS CHESKO, JOYCE J. CHESKO, ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 17 CH 57 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 19, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on April 20, 2018, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 31 IN TILTON PARK SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 21, 1947 IN BOOK ''F'' OF PLATS, PAGE 30, IN THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1248 TILTON PARK DR, Rochelle, IL 61068 Property Index No. 06-24-24-102-005.
In the Matter of the Child(ren) of Jamie L. Copeland, Mother Elijah Alexander, Father
The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
Court File No. 55-JV-18-346
The judgment amount was $112,507.06.
ORDER FOR HEARING AND NOTICE (Child in Need of Protection or Services)
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
A petition was filed in this Court on January 16, 2018, alleging that the fights of Elijah Alexander, Alleged Father, to A.L.L.C., child, is in need of protection or services. IT IS ORDERED that said petition be heard on March 15, 2018, at 9:00 a.m., in Courtroom Number 2, Fifth Floor, the Government Center, 151 Fourth Street SE, Rochester, Minnesota, before an Honorable Judge of District Court. This hearing will be held for the purpose of a first appearance for the parent to admit or deny the allegations of the Petition. If the parent admits said allegations, the Court may proceed with a dispositional hearing. If the parent denies the allegations, a trial will be scheduled at a later date. You are required to be at the hearing on the date and time indicated above if you desire to protect your legal rights to the child(ren). Upon request, the Court Administrator's Office will provide you with a copy of the Petition describing this matter. You have the right to be represented by counsel. If you fail to appear at the hearing: • The hearing may take place in your absence; • The Court may find you in contempt of court, may issue a warrant for your arrest, or both; • The Court may find that the statutory grounds set forth in the petition have been proved; • The Court may enter an order granting the relief requested in the petition, which may include removing the child from the home of the parent or legal custodian and placing the child in foster care, other proceedings for out-of-home placement of the child, or terminating the parental rights to the child who is the subject of the petition. BY THE COURT Kevin Lund Judge of District Court
Lund, Kevin 2018.02.14 16:14:43 -06'00' February 22, March 1, 8, 2018
STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of: HUBERT A. HICKEY, Case No. 2018-P-10 Deceased.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: MARINOSCI LAW GROUP, P.C., 134 N LaSalle St., STE 1900, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 940-8580 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. MARINOSCI LAW GROUP, P.C. 134 N LaSalle St., STE 1900 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 940-8580 E-Mail: mlgil@mlg-defaultlaw.com Case Number: 17 CH 57 TJSC#: 38-720 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.#nformation obtained will be used for that purpose. March 8, 15 & 22, 2018
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.MARKUS A. CHESKO A/K/A MARK A. CHESKO A/K/A MARK CHESKO A/K/A MARCUS CHESKO, JOYCE J. CHESKO, ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 17 CH 57 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 19, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on April 20, 2018, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1248 TILTON PARK DR, Rochelle, IL 61068 Property Index No. 06-24-24-102-005. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $112,507.06. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
Pursuant to 755 ILCS 5/18-3, notice is given of the following:
The personal representative above-referenced estate is:
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For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: MARINOSCI LAW GROUP, P.C., 134 N LaSalle St., STE 1900, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 940-8580
MARK F. HICKEY 15958 E. LuAnn Lane Davis Junction, Illinois 61020
THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 606064650 (312) 236-SALEYou can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
The attorney of record for the personal representative is: Douglas R. Warren Agnew Law Office, P.C. 129 South Phelps Avenue, Suite 801 Rockford, Illinois, 61108
MARINOSCI LAW GROUP, P.C. 134 N LaSalle St., STE 1900 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 940-8580 E-Mail: mlgil@mlg-defaultlaw.com Case Number: 17 CH 57 TJSC#: 38-720
Claims may be filed on or before August 22, 2018, which date shall be not less than 6 months from the date of the first publication [of this notice] or 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery [of this notice], whichever is later.
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.#rmation obtained will be used for that purpose. March 8 15 & 22, 2018
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MALE/FEMALE HELP WANTED: The Rock Falls EleSchool mentary District #13 is taking applications for a lunch prep/ lunch at Rock server Falls Middle School. This position is for 6-1/2 hours per day, at a beginning rate of $10.32 per hour. We are also taking applications for substitute food servers. Positions can be from 2-1/2 to 8 hours per day, as needed. Applications are being taken at the Superintendent's office, 602 Fourth Avenue, Rock Falls, Illinois from 8:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., through Friday, March 16, 2018.
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NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is lispecifically censed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes. The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))
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