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Tri-County Press December 26, 2013 Volume 156, Number 14 - $1.00

Tournament Results

Raise Questioned

The Polo and Forreston Holiday Tournaments were held over the past week. A12, B1

Ogle County Board Members question a raise for the Ogle County Highway Engineer. A2

Trio of storms caused few problems on the roads

By Vinde Wells Editor Despite three storms bringing freezing rain, sleet, and snow in four days last week, the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department had few weather-related problems to deal with. “We had no power outages and no bad wrecks. I think it was the fewest problems related to a storm since I’ve been sheriff,� Ogle County Sheriff Michael Harn said

Monday morning.

Freezing rain and drizzle Dec. 19 left a slippery glaze on roadways throughout the county. That was followed by more of the same in the evening of Dec. 20, topped off by 5 to 8 inches of snow Saturday night into Sunday morning.

The most snow fell in the northwest corner of the county, Harn said.

The icy roadways put several cars in the ditch in the earlier storms, he said,

“I think everybody took the weather predictions seriously. They planned ahead and got where they were going before the storms started,� — Sheriff Michael Harn but that was the worst of the problems. Very few incidents occurred over the weekend. “I think everybody took the weather predictions seriously. They planned

ahead and got where they were going before the storms started,� he said.

With more freezing rain predicted in the late afternoon Dec. 20, all county

offices closed at noon.

Harn said because the storm was predicted to begin about the time county employees would be headed home from work, the offices were shut down early. “Due to the weather predicted we wanted everyone to get home safely and in a timely manner,� he said. “The storm began later than expected.�

The decision to close the offices was made jointly by Harn, county board chairman

Kim Gouker, county engineer Curtis Cook, and presiding judge Robert Hanson.

Harn said although the roads were plowed, salted, and clear after the storms, drifting snow would continue to cause icy spots on Monday. “The winds are picking up and the north-south roads are drifting,� he said. “Drivers need to use caution because with the winds and cold the roads will still be treacherous.�

Storm caused a rush for salt

By Chris Johnson Reporter An ice storm last Thursday and the threat of another ice and snowstorm over the weekend led to a high demand for salt in Ogle County.

Basler’s Ace Hardware in Oregon had customers lined up waiting for shipments of salt to arrive. “We had 40 to 50 customers waiting in line for the salt,� said owner Jeff Basler. “We had unprecedented salt sales and we sold our average annual salt sales in one week.�

An ice storm came through the area Dec. 19 and covered the ground with a layer of ice.

On top of that, another storm predicted for late Saturday into early Sunday had are residents searching for salt so driveways and sidewalks could be cleared. “The challenged we faced was getting enough salt to the store for our customers,� said Basler. “We were able to get a couple hundred bags in each day. We were completely sold out Saturday afternoon.�

Basler said the customers were patient and understood the high demand. “We went outside our normal sources to ensure we got some salt in to try and meet the demand,� said Basler. “Our incentive was to make sure our customers were able to buy locally.�

The scene was much the same at Forreston Hardware. “I ran out of salt Friday night,� said owner Monty Cotter Monday morning. “I went through five pallets. I’m out of everything.�

That translates into nearly 400 bags of various sizes of salt and ice melter. “Friday was very busy.

Person after person after person came in, and all of them wanted salt,� he said. “It was crazy.�

Even without salt, business was still brisk for Cotter on Monday. “With the storm, today I’m selling shovels and snowblowers,� he said.

The weekend storm left 5-8 inches of snow in Ogle County, with higher totals in the northwest part where Forreston is situated.

An Illinois Department of Transportation snowplow clears a portion of Ill. 64 in Oregon Sunday morning after an overnight snowstorm. Photo by Chris Johnson

Wind farm project is withdrawn

By Vinde Wells Editor The termination of a longstanding plan for building a wind farm in northwest Ogle County has officially ended wind development in Ogle County - at least for now.

Ogle County Zoning Administrator Mike Reibel

confirmed Dec. 20 that he recently received a letter from an official of Apex Clean Energy informing him that they have discontinued development of the Baileyville Wind Farm. “It’s over. It’s done,�

Reibel said. “We have withdrawn from the PJM Interconnection

queue and removed our meteorological towers, and are in the process of formally terminating our land leases,� read the letter from Karlis Povisilis, Apex Director of Project Development.

PJM Interconnection, headquartered in Valley Forge, Pa., is an organization for marketing wholesale

electricity.

Although no wind towers were ever constructed, the Baileyville Wind Farm was the longest existing wind energy project in the county.

Reibel said he knows of no other wind developers who are currently active in the Turn to A2

Cell phone law changes in 2014

By Chris Johnson Reporter

Motorists in Illinois will need to adjust to a significant change in the laws when the new year begins next week.

House Bill 1247 prohibits the operation of a motor vehicle on any road in Illinois while using a mobile phone.

The bill makes exceptions for hands-free devices, including headsets that can initiate a call using a single button or a voice command.

The change comes a year after Illinois restricted cell phone use in construction and school zones. “The new law will make it easier on police officers to enforce,� said Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan. “There is now no difference in zones and the law is more clear cut.

Drivers can still use bluetooth devices and anything hands

free.�

He said drivers in the area will face a learning curve for the law.

People are used to being on their cell phones while driving,� he said. “Overall it is easier on everyone because there is only one rule.�

It is still illegal to text while driving. “Distracted driving is not only dangerous — it’s deadly,� said Illinois Governor Pat Quinn in an Aug. 16 press release. “Too many Illinois families have suffered because of accidents that could have been prevented. These new laws will save lives.�

When the law goes into effect Jan. 1, Illinois joins 11 other states and the District of Columbia in banning the use of hand-held devices while

Food Drive Volunteers Keith Poole, Chad Keeteman, David Sherrick, Laurie Sherrick, Meggon McKinley, and Jose Garcia

Turn to A2 helped organize the recent Polo Council of Churches’ annual Christmas food drive. A group of volunteers delivered 190 boxes of food to individuals and families in the community Dec. 14. Photo by Vinde Wells

In This Week’s Edition...

Agriculture, A7 Birth, A4 Church News, A5 Classifieds, B7-B12 Entertainment, A6

Fines, B4 Marriage Licenses, A4 Oregon Police, B3 Polo Police, A3 Public Voice, A10

Property Transfers, B5 Sheriff’s Arrests, B5 Social News, A4 Sports, A12, B1, B2 State’s Attorney, B4

Deaths, B3 Janet E. Guist, Jason A. Miller, Terry Olson, Brian J. Strite

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Raise for county engineer debated

By Vinde Wells Editor A raise proposed for an Ogle County official sparked a debate Dec. 17 among county board members.

Board member Lyle Hopkins, Polo, chairman of the Road & Bridge Committee, recommended granting Ogle County Engineer Curtis Cook a promised three percent raise.

Chris Corcoran, Mt. Morris, was out Sunday morning Hopkins’ motion was clearing snow from sidewalks in Oregon. Here, Corcoran debated, amended, defeated, turns the corner at Fifth and Washington. Photo by and eventually sent back to Earleen Hinton committee for further study.

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Board chairman Kim Gouker, Byron, was the first to voice opposition to the pay hike. He said other appointed and elected officials did not get raises.

He said the board has been trying to create parity in the salaries paid to department heads.

Cook is appointed to his position by the county board.

Hopkins said the Road & Bridge Committee promised Cook the raise a few years ago and wants to honor that agreement.

Wind farm project plagued by lawsuits From A1 county.

The Baileyville Wind Farm has been plagued by lawsuits in both state and federal courts ever since the Ogle County Board granted its request for a special use permit eight years ago.

The board granted thenowner Navitas-Gamesa the special use permit needed to build the Baileyville Wind Farm on Dec. 20, 2005 after much heated debate.

Opponents of the wind

farm almost immediately filed lawsuits against the county and wind farm in both Ogle County and federal courts, blocking the project for several years.

The lawsuits were settled in 2011, allowing the project to proceed, and the special use permit granted remained valid.

However, as lawsuits were settled, more court challenges were filed.

Apex Wind Energy, based in Charlottesville, Va., bought the wind farm from

Navitas-Gamesa in 2011.

The plan called for 40 windmills to be built over 5,000 acres in Maryland and Leaf River Townships. The wind towers were to be 400 feet tall and each built on a 16-foot concrete base.

The developers met with local property owners to secure long-term leases on the land where the towers would be constructed.

The county board approved a second special use permit on Aug. 21, 2012 to allow the installation of underground

Drivers can face stiff penalties From A1

if they are using a phone while driving and cause an driving.

Fines for violating the accident.

If the accident causes new law start at $75. great bodily harm, the The bill adds additional penalties drivers can face driver can be sentenced up to one year in prison. A

fatal accident can result in a one to three year sentence.

Previously the law only allowed for drivers to be charged with traffic violations.

Man guilty on drug charge

By Vinde Wells Editor An Ogle County jury found a Rockford man guilty last week of a felony drug charge.

Jay Moore, 39, was convicted Dec. 18 of unlawful delivery of a controlled substance in a public park, a Class X felony, and resisting a peace officer, a Class A misdemeanor. “I am proud of my office’s successful prosecution of this individual who came into our county to distribute heroin,� said Ogle County

State’s Attorney Mike Rock. “This case will send a message to heroin dealers throughout the area.�

The case stemmed from an investigation a year ago by the Rochelle Police Department and the Ogle County Sheriff Department.

Ogle County Sheriff’s Police arrested Moore Dec. 4, 2012 on charges he and two other Rockford men, Shasta C. Alonzo, 40, and Tyler M. Smith, 24, sold heroin to an undercover police operative in the Byron area.

They were charged with

delivery of a controlled substance within 1,000 feet of a park.

Sheriff Michael Harn said at the time of the arrests that the three were involved in the sale of 24 bags of heroin.

Moore will be sentenced Feb. 5. He faces 6 to 60 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections without the possibility of probation.

Alonzo pleaded guilty last December and was sentenced to six years in state prison.

Smith is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 13.

Polo Police Report Polo Police Chief Dennis M. Fuccio, 43, Polo was Christen released the arrested for violation of following report Dec. 23 bond conditions. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Dec. 17 At 4:31 p.m., Stephen

Dec. 18 At 10:52 p.m., Jeffrey L. Cholke, 18, Polo, was cited for speeding 54 mph in a 35 mph speed zone. He was released on an I-bond.

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cables on property leased to the wind farm in Maryland Township.The cables would have connected to wind turbines.

That special use permit spawned another federal lawsuit.

Reibel said the county Planning and Zoning Committee’s Jan. 14 agenda will include possible action to revoke both special use permits “just to close the whole matter out.�

He said he hopes the withdrawal of Apex will settle lawsuits still pending in state and federal court.

Board member Bill Welty, Chana, said giving Cook a raise would create conflicts with other department heads.

Gouker said Cook, whose salary is approximately $112,000 per year, already makes more than other department heads.

Most appointed and elected officials make $68,500 per year.

Exceptions are the state’s attorney, who makes $166,508 per year; sheriff, who makes $81,500; director of court services, $98,722; health department administrator, $73,916; and coroner, $58,500.

Some of those salaries are set by the state.

Hopkins said the state sets guidelines for the county engineer’s salary, and Cook’s is in the middle of the range.

He said Cook’s salary does not come from county coffers; half comes from state Motor Fuel Tax funds and the rest from federal matching funds.

Gouker suggested a compromise to give all appointed county officials a two percent raise, and elected officials the same percentage in May for the terms that begin after the November election.

Gouker amended Hopkins’ motion to deny Cook a pay

increase. The motion failed 1113.

The vote on the original motion also failed by a 10-14 margin.

The Road & Bridge Committee will further discuss the issue. Any raises granted will be retroactive to Jan. 1, Gouker said.

How they voted: On the amended motion to deny Curtis Cook a raise: Yes — John Finfrock, Kim Gouker, Don Griffin, Rich Gronewold, Dan Janes, Pat Nordman, John O’Brien, Zach Oltmanns, Ashley Simms, Martin Typer, Bill Welty No— Dorothy Bowers, Jerry Brooks, Bobbie Colbert, Ron Colson, Marcia Heuer, Lyle Hopkins, John Kenney, Kim Kirkolis, Bruce McKinney, Lee Meyers, Dick Petrizzo, Pat Saunders, Greg Sparrow On the original motion to grant Curtis Cook a three percent raise: Yes —Bowers, Colson, Finfrock, Heuer, Hopkins, Kenney, Kirkolis, McKinney, Saunders, Sparrow No— Brooks, Colbert, Gouker, Griffin, Gronewold, Janes, Meyers, Nordman, O’Brien, Oltmanns, Petrizzo, Simms, Typer, Welty

Help keep fire hydrants clear during the winter Mt. Morris Fire Chief Rob Hough reminded residents to clear snow from around fire hydrants following the most recent winter snow. “It’s a simple request but it could be a lifesaver,� he said. “Blocked hydrants mean slower response to extinguishing fires which can result in catastrophic consequences.�

To assure fire department access, residents are strongly encouraged to clear a path to fire hydrants and remove snow from all sides, he said. “Obviously not every residence has a hydrant but nearly every block does. If there is not a hydrant in front of your residence clearing the one for your block is of importance to you. Clearing the snow from around the hydrant can save time, property and lives during an A path to the hydrant is the best way to ensure fireman emergency,� Hough said. have access in the event of an emergency.

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It was renamed the Polo Advertiser in 1858. In 1865 it was again changed to the Ogle County Press, which it remained until 1901, when the name was changed to Tri-County Press.

The newspaper was purchased in 1926 by G.C. Terry and John Wagner from C.H. Hemingway. Terry bought out Wagner's interest in 1930, and the newspaper remained in the Terry family until June 2, 1977, when Danny C. Terry sold out to B.F. Shaw Printing of Dixon.

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Hammond is student of the month Baylen Hammond, daughter of Billy and Leith Hammond, was chosen Polo Community High School October Student of the Month.

She was nominated for being an excellent student and a positive role model.

She will receive an award donated by First State Bank Shannon/Polo and The

Lions Club. Dave Bucher, a member of The Lions Club, presented her with the PCHS Student of the Month award.

Hammond’s extracurricular activities have included cheerleading and student council.

Her favorite class is English and her favorite teacher is Ms. Garrett (Spanish). Hammond also enjoys movies such as

The Avengers and Remember the Titans with her favorite actress being Jennifer Lawrence.

The one tip Hammond has given to this years’ freshman is to stay focused, organized and don’t procrastinate.

Don’t stress yourself out or forget to have fun either.

With her dream job being a photographer for Sports

Illustrated or National Geographics, Hammond’s future plans include attending the University of Missouri to major in photojournalism.

Hammond has given a big shout out to Jenna for being a little ball of sunshine and always keeping her days bright and also to her best friends for keeping her sane throughout high school.

Food drive donations being accepted During this holiday season, The pantry helps feed this holiday season.

Non-perishable food items Dave Bucher, left, presents Baylen Hammond with the the Polo Senior Center is approximately 80 families per The pantry volunteers have can be placed under the pantry October Student of the Month Certificate. hosting a food drive for the month, or about 200 people. decorated a tree and it is tree until Wednesday, Jan. 8.

Polo Food Pantry.

Donations are needed during placed at the senior center.

Michael Harn is HarnOglewillCountybe Sheriff the speaker at First Saturday Community guest at the Coffee in Chana on Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m. church Jan.He4 from will discuss department

Pine Creek News

By Karen Merlak For our first day of winter, we have several inches of pure white snow. The snow may impede our travel, but the fluffy white blanket is a beautiful landscape.

For all that God has provided, we are truly thankful.

This morning, our church services were cancelled due to the snow. Our morning was spent appreciating the blessings that God has given us.

Clint, Stephanie, and I enjoyed each other’s company. We will continue our church’s Christmas celebration on Christmas Eve and next Sunday.

After work on Thursday, Matt and Clint had a wrestling meet at Newman High School. Clint only recently decided to join the team and is excited for the opportunity.

Matt quickly pinned his opponent in his only match for the night. Clint wrestled in two matches. While he was pinned in both matches, he didn’t go down without a fight.

I sat with Carrie Grobe, her husband, Justin, and her mom, Alice Cassens.

They were there to cheer on Carrie’s son, Brenner Bushman.

All of the Marco wrestlers are doing a great job when they take to the mats.

It has been a very busy week in our household as we approach the holidays.

This past Thursday evening Stephanie returned

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The Chana United Methodist Church is located at 606 S. Main St., Chana. Everyone is welcome.

home from St. Catherine University. She left school a little early to get ahead of the bad weather that was scheduled to be in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois.

I am so glad to have her home for the holidays. We have spent the nights staying up way too late to talk and laugh. I so enjoy hearing about her adventures away from home.

The students in Polo got an early start on their Christmas break with a snow day on Friday.

Clint and Stephanie spent the day getting reacquainted as only siblings can.

Clint and I spent part of the morning cleaning the driveway and sidewalk. The job was a little much for us,

Early deadlines will be in items and photos is 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1. Normal effect for the Jan. 2 edition of Thursday, Dec. 26. hours will resume on the Tri-County Press.

The office will be Thursday, Jan. 2.

The deadline for news closed on New Year’s Day

so we welcomed the help of my brother, Ben Bittinger who came over with his snow blower to help us out.

Later in the afternoon, Clint left to spend some of his Christmas vacation with Rick and Matt.

Stephanie and I bonded in the kitchen while making cookies and candy for Christmas gifts. The list of things to do seems to only grow longer as the holiday approaches.

Our hearts are saddened at the loss of Terry Olson.

Many of us knew him as Mr. Olson, teacher and coach.

He will be remembered fondly by so many of us that had the privilege of being in his class. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family.

Our house is almost

completely decorated. We have several trees that display the many ornament collections in our family.

My mom made wonderful Christmas crafts for more than twenty-five years.

My brother and I were lucky enough to receive some of her homemade creations over the years.

Each year, as I display each Santa or snowman that she made, I remember all the time we spent together at craft shows.

I miss my mom. Most days are fine, but I still miss her. I am so grateful for the time I had with her and even more for the wonderful memories that have come flooding back.

The holidays can be such a hard time for anyone who

has lost a family member.

Knowing that God is in my life does not make the pain go away, but it helps to ease the hurt.

Knowing that I can rely on God makes it easier to smile and even laugh, even though my heart still aches.

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Local church donates $5,000 in honor of founder Lifeline receives $5,000 from Church of Jesus Christ Forever

By Rick Ryland Church of Jesus Christ Forever Elder During this time of seasonal celebration and giving, a small church congregation is doing a big thing: they are donating over $5,000 to a local charity that feeds the poor and needy.

They are giving it in honor of their founder, Rev. Rose M. Aluli.

“When God sent His only begotten Son, Jesus the Christ, He showed to the world and to all mankind His great love. As we know, Jesus was born in the little town of Bethlehem, placed in a manger, and within a year threatened with death at the hand of a despotic king.

Christmas sets the record straight, that God is truth – He keeps His promises – and that He is love: of Himself, He gave freely and completely.

With this donation, our church wants to set the record straight, namely this: that Rose was a true woman of God, and that her integrity

was to give in love – even as Christ and the Father did,” said her husband Rev. Kale Aluli, pastor of The Church of Jesus Christ Forever.

The church was incorporated in 1981.

We met with Sharon Wallace and Earl Martin, co-presidents of Lifeline, an Oregon-based charity that provides food to the needy.

They, along with other long-time members of the church (some flying in from Hawaii to celebrate the holidays), presented Lifeline with a cashier’s check for $5,181.57.

“Rev. Aluli and Rick met with me and asked about Lifeline’s administrative costs. They were concerned about the percentage of charity dollar that goes directly to the recipient. I told them that Lifeline is an allvolunteer organization.

“They then asked if a donation could be presented with the understanding that it was being done in honor of their founder – and to set the record straight about her.

I met and discussed this with Earl, and we agreed,” said Wallace.

“The donation was presented with the blessing of the whole church, and we are very grateful and happy to receive it,” added Martin.

The church owned and operated Maxson Manor and The Rose of Rock River from 1985 to 1992.

“When Rose passed away in ’92 we were forced into litigation to determine ownership of the restaurant, an adjoining property and the riverboat. Their combined value was over $975,000,” said Aluli.

I served as the restaurant and riverboat manager.

There is a horrible rumor that has circulated for many years: that Rose used her influence as pastor and founder to work her church members hard, and then gave Maxson’s and the riverboat to her family. That is completely false – not true.

Rose was a woman of her word, a woman fully dedicated to God. This is the truth: that Rose spoke to the adults of the church, and offered to use her money to purchase the manor.

She told us that if we were willing to work and build the restaurant, we would own it together.

She further said, “If we ever sell, all profits will be split equally.”

The church with Pastor Aluli, as spouse, spent almost 10 years in litigation.

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Manor staff.

“We hope this offering during the Christmas season provides food to the needy and settles the truth about our beloved founder. Together, in this wonderful time of gifting and giving, we echo the glorious words of Jesus, whose birthday we celebrate: “In the end we stood for ‘It is better to give than to Rose and her integrity – that receive.’ All blessings and is what mattered to us,” said thanksgiving to Him.” 11 members who remained in her church and who were And tidings of goodwill to part of the original Maxson Lifeline.

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Christopher I. Wheat, Oregon, and Jozi L. Steele, Mt. Morris.

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“Rose could have had a legal document drawn up by her attorney, but she strongly believed that the honesty within her church leadership was of greater value than anything else, and that integrity and truth before God would stand,” said Aluli.

Dec. 17 Ogle County Clerk Colby W. Keefe, Pingree Rebecca Huntley issued the following marriage licenses: Grove, and Eden E. Zeibert, Byron.

Dec. 16 Dec. 18 Brandon J. Marcellis and Joshua H. Carpenter and Andrea M. LaJeunesse, both Stacey L. Peterson, both of of Villa Park.

Maternal grandparents are Nancy Bell and Marvin Bell, both of Mahomet.

Paternal grandparents are Mike and Brenda Anderson, Mt. Morris.

Maternal great-grandfather is J. C. Karr, Seymour.

Paternal great-grandfather is Dale Gingrich, Kewanee.

The family of Gertie Bornemeier wishes to express our sincere thanks to our family, friends, neighbors and co-workers for all the flowers, food, memorials and other acts of kindness shown to our family at this time of great loss.

and documents they tried to prove to the court that the nominal ownership of two elders, her daughter and son-in-law, was not the true ownership.

Because they could not produce the original document known as “The Common Purpose Agreement” (they maintain that it was removed from office files while they were in North Dakota burying Rose’s body next to her father’s), the court ruled otherwise.

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Birth Kendall McDonnell Anderson Brad and Kendra Anderson, Champaign, announce the birth of their son Kendall McDonnell Anderson on Nov. 15, 2013.

He weighed eight pounds seven ounces and was 20.5 inches long at birth.

Members of the Church of Jesus Christ Forever present a check to Lifeline Food Pantry co- presidents Sharon Wallace and Earl Martin. Pictured left to right in the front row are Rev. Jacqueline Jacobs, Rev. Kale Aluli, Wallace, Martin, Rick Ryland, Rev. Laurie Ryland. Back row: Rev. Bob James, Eric Jacobs, Mona Rinaldo, Joyce Mallette, Rev. Candy Morris, Dwight Miller, Mike Ryland. Photo supplied

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Augustana College Several area residents were among the 839 students named to the dean’s list for the fall term at Augustana College, Rock Island.

Students who have earned this academic honor have maintained a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher on a four-point scale for courses taken during the term.

Those earning acadmeic honors include Keith Cline, Byron, a junior majoring in biology and psychology; Amy Fagan, Oregon, a sophomore majoring in business administrationadvising; Heather Gorsegner, Oregon, a sophomore majoring in pre-elementary education; Bethany Hayenga, Kings, a sophomore majoring

in philosophy and German; Daniel Reine, Stillman Valley, a senior majoring in biology and pre-medicine; Jeneen Schier, Oregon, a junior majoring in biology; Holly Scholl, Polo, a sophomore majoring in graphic design; and Hunter Winstead, Stillman Valley, a junior majoring in premedicine and biochemistry.

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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, 815-232-6222 Pastor Alan Cassel www. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6:30 p.m. Evening service.

Wednesday, 7 p.m.

Midweek Bible Study

Phone 815-734-4853 Dwight Stewart, Pastor Sunday, Dec. 29—9:30 a.m.

Worship, Youth Worship; 10:30 a.m. Coffee Hour; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School; 5th Sunday Potluck Monday, Dec. 30—5:30 p.m. Chime Choir; 6:45 p.m.

Chancel Choir EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling 815-626-0104 9 a.m. Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship Dave Jungnickel, Pastor EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569 Pastor Guthrie Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Church 10:30 a.m.

BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville, 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon Traditional Worship Service 9 a.m.

Contemporary Worship 11:15 a.m.

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

Worship 10:30 a.m.

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

Adult Sunday School 10 a.m.

Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana 61015 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com Pastor Javier Martinez 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 David Andermann, Pastor 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Monte J. Cox, Pastor 815-946-2848 Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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

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

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

Casual, Contemporary, Non-Traditional Passion for God Compassion for People Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org

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EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, then three miles north.

Pastor Brion Brooks Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 Director of Ministries for Youth and Christian Education David Bordy 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Roots Youth Ministry— Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m.

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

EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Office: 815-732-2424 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes Worship Service 9 a.m.

Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris 815-734-4942 Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Lance Mennen Thursday, Dec. 26—1:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study Saturday, Dec. 28—7 a.m.

Men’s Accountability Group Sunday, Dec. 29—8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. InnerMission; 10 a.m.

Worship Service Tuesday, Dec. 31—9 a.m.

Ladies Prayer Circle Wednesday, Jan. 1— Church Office Closed 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 815-946-3588 Jeremy Heller, Pastor 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service Nursery Available We are an independent nondenominational Christian church.

Visitors are always welcome.

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITE PINES CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Saturdays at 6 p.m.

Sundays at 10 a.m.

815-837-5255 whitepines@crossroadscn. com FAITH EVANGELICAL Campus Pastor LUTHERAN CHURCH Chad Keeteman ext. 302 402 Second Ave., Youth Pastor Forreston Jose Garcia ext. 303 Church 815-938-3203 We offer contemporary Pastor Scott Ralston worship and relevant Bible “ A Church with a teaching through Heart — In the Heart of engaging messages, and Forreston� powerful video Sunday, Dec. 29—9 a.m.

Join us after the service in our for coffee, snack & fellowship Worship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry FAITH UNITED (infant-5th grade)-during METHODIST CHURCH Adult Services Mission Statement: Loving, Crave Youth Group (6th-12th Growing & Serving in Faith grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

Handicapped Accessible Visit our website: www.

702 E. Dixon St., Polo crossroadscn.com 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo DISCIPLES UNITED Rev. Derek Rogers, METHODIST CHURCH Pastor Hitt and Maple Streets, 9 a.m. Sunday School Mt. Morris

10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship

Monday, Dec. 30—9 a.m.

Disciples Bible Study; 4 p.m. Prayer Shawl Tuesday, Dec. 31—Office Closed; 9 a.m. Prayer Group Wednesday, Jan. 1— Office Closed Thursday, Jan. 2— Fantastic Folders

David Decker, Pastor 8:30 a.m. Worship Service LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River - 815-738-2205 Email LRBC@lrnet1.com Pastor Randy Newton Sunday Praise and Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sunday School 11 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer/Bible Studies 6 p.m.

Prayer Chain 738-2205 or 738-2991 Sunday Night Prayer meeting 6 p.m.

Wednesday—Various Activities 5:30-8:30 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 800-335-5065 815-732-2642 Rev. Jerry Clark “A Christ-centered, Biblebelieving, family-oriented ministry.�

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; LEAF RIVER UNITED Sunday Worship Service METHODIST CHURCH 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Pastor David Poust Service 6 p.m.; Prayer 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Meeting, Wednesday 7 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 29—10:30 transportation and nursery a.m. Worship Service & provided for all services.

Children’s Church FIRST CHRISTIAN LIGHTHOUSE UNITED CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH 609 S. 10th St., Oregon 4938 S. Daysville Rd., 815-732-2359 Oregon Grail Storm, Minister Pastor Javier Martinez 815-732-7411 Handicapped Accessible Worship Service—10 a.m.

Worship Service 9 a.m.

If you haven’t found a Sunday School 10 a.m. church home, we invite you Age Three through to First Christian Church in Sixth Grade.

Oregon, where we accept one Everyone is Welcome another just as Christ accepted us. Come as you are.

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN BRETHREN CHURCH (USA) Pastor Ginny Haney 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon 409 W. Brayton Road Pastor Dave Bateman P.O. Box 2055 815-732-2894 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 www.fpcoregon.com Phone: 815-734-4573 Handicapped Accessible Office hours Monday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Holy Communion is served Friday, Dec. 27—9-10:30 the first Sunday of each a.m. Women’s Fellowship month.

Sunday, Dec. 29—8:15 a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m.

FIRST UNITED Worship with Guest Speaker METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Connie Augsburger; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:45 Pastor David Poust a.m. Sunday School for All 815-938-2380 Sunday, Dec. 29—9 a.m. Ages Tuesday, Dec. 31—Quilting Worship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday Wednesday, Jan. 1—New School Monday, Dec. 30—8 a.m. Year’s Day-Church Office Closed AA Open Meeting Wednesday, Jan. 1—12 p.m.

NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY Friendship Club OF GOD 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon FLORENCE UNITED Pastor David Demmer METHODIST CHURCH 815-732-7404 2649 W. Florence Rd., 9:30 a.m. New Life Cafe Freeport 10 a.m. Worship Service Kathleen Brinkmeier, Pastor NORTH GROVE Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

EVANGELICAL Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

CHURCH 10384 W. Coffman Rd., FORRESTON GROVE Forreston CHURCH Pastor Tim Hotchkiss 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Church: 815-938-2194 Forreston Pastor’s Cell: 815-209Presbyterian Church in 6838 America Saturday, Dec. 28—9 815-938-3605 a.m.-12 p.m. Food Pantry & Jeremy Cheezum, Pastor Thrift Shop Open at New Life 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Community Center Sunday, Dec. 29—9 a.m.

Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.

Sunday School; 10:05 a.m.

Pioneer Club Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult Worship Tuesday, Dec. 31—9 a.m.Study; 7:45 p.m. Choir 12 p.m. Food Pantry & Thrift FORRESTON REFORMED Shop Open at New Life Community Center CHURCH 501 Third Ave. OREGON Tim Fry, Pastor CHURCH OF GOD 9:30 a.m. Worship 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Pastor Michael Hoffman 815-732-6847 FREEDOM LUTHERAN You and your family are WORSHIPPING invited to join us in worship COMMUNITY, ELCA on Sunday, Dec. 29, at 10:30 Pastor Jeff Schlesinger a.m.

815-222-7270 Pastor Michael Hoffman Sunday School 9 a.m. & Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at will give the morning Lutheran Outdoor Ministries message, “Facing the Future with Faith,� based on Luke 2: Dining Hall 21 – 40.

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Welcome Center During morning worship an 111 S. Fourth St, Oregon exceptionally fine Children’s Church is offered for children GRACE VALLEY 3 years old through Grade 5.

CHRISTIAN Sunday School begins at REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. 9:30 a.m. and includes classes for adults, young adults, teens, German Valley children and infants.

815-362-6601 Special attention is given in Jake Ritzema, Pastor each class to issues and topics Sunday School for All related to the particular needs Ages 9 a.m. and interests of each group.

Worship Service 10 a.m.

The Wednesday night Youth Group meets at 6 p.m.

GERMAN VALLEY at East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. UNITED METHODIST Daysville Road.

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Thursday, Dec. 26— Office Closed Friday, Dec. 27—6-9 p.m.

Cubs Movie PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Gregg Downs, Pastor 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 9:30 a.m. Family Worship 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:45 a.m. Sunday School PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448 Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship 10 a.m.

11:15 a.m. Fellowship

Sunday, Dec. 29—10 a.m.

Casual Sunday Worship with God’s Family Breakfast During Service, Cereal Sunday REVIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris follow@revivemtm.com 815-994-0428 Southern Baptist Saturday Night Revive Service 5:30 p.m. Saturday Celebrate Recovery 6-8 p.m. Monday ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon Fr. Robert Francis S. Cristobal 815-732-7211 or 815-732-3328 www.saintbrides.org Email:saintbrides@ verizon. net Services Sunday-Holy Communion-8 and 10 a.m.

Wednesday Healing Service-6 p.m.

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

Adult Sunday School-9 a.m.

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

Visitors are always welcomed.

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH West Grove Road at Columbine Rd. Pastor Steve Erickson Sunday, Dec. 29—8:30 a.m. Handbell Rehearsal; 9:15 a.m. Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. Congregational Bible Study; 10:30 a.m.

Divine Worship, Lessons & Carols Service with Sacrament of Baptism ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 N. Division Ave., Polo 815-946-2919 Pastor Terrie Wilder Communion Served the 1st & 3rd Sundays of Each Month Thursday Prayer Group 3 p.m.

Adult Confirmation 4 p.m.

Sunday Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo 815-946-2535 Rev. Father Louis Tosto Sunday Masses 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

Saturday Confession 4:30 p.m.

Saturday Night Mass 5:30 p.m.

Weekday Masses Tuesday through Friday 8 a.m.

Religious Education Youth Program 1st & 2nd Wednesdays 6-7:15 p.m.

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

Adoration & Benediction 1st Friday & Saturday Immediately after Mass ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: Worship Services 8:30 & 11 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m.

Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Michael Bolger 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Masses—Saturday 5:30 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m.

Confessions-Sunday 7:30 a.m.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris 815-734-6354 Pastor Josh Ehrler Friday, Dec. 27—8:30 a.m.

Coffee Saturday, Dec. 28—5:30 p.m. Worship Sunday, Dec. 29—8:45 a.m. Traditional Worship; Fellowship Time Following Worship; 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Praise Worship Wednesday, Jan. 1—New Year’s Day-Office Closed WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 Sunday School—9:30 a.m.

Worship—10:35 a.m.

Church News Deadline The deadline is 3 p.m. on Fridays for information for the Church News to be turned in at the Oregon office at 121 A S. 4th St. Items can be emailed to vwells@ oglecountynews.com, faxed to 815-7324238, or dropped off at our office.

For more information call Vinde Wells at 815732-6166 ext. 32.

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OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon 815-732-2994 Barb Good, Pastor Saturday Worship 5 p.m.

Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

Activities during the Week:

Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 p.m.

Sunday 7:30 & 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m.

Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest 3 p.m.

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

St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238

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Recycle your Christmas tree after the holidays Trees can be dropped off through Jan. 19

By Reita Nicholson Administrative Assistant Ogle County Solid Waste Management The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department encourages Ogle County residents to recycle their Christmas trees once this holiday season has passed.

Christmas trees can be dropped off through Sunday, Jan. 19 at the following locations: Byron – Sunshine Park, Ill.

2 and S. Peru St., Forreston – 407 N. Locust St. by the Waste Water Treatment Plant.

Leaf River – 208 Railroad St. by the Sewage Treatment Plant.

Monroe Center – 309 Pacific St. (Lichty’s Landscaping).

Oregon – Hill Street at Oregon Park District maintenance yard located behind Brian Bemis Motors.

Polo – 410 N. Prairie St., west of storage building.

Rochelle – Atwood Park, 10th Avenue and 20th Street, behind the band shell.

On Saturday, Jan. 11, local high school FFA groups will provide a special tree pickup

in the following towns: Village of Mt. Morris, City of Oregon, Byron area, City of Polo, City of Forreston, Village of Adeline, Baileyville, German Valley.

Trees must be at the curb by 8 a.m. on Saturday, January 11 to ensure pick up.

The City of Rochelle will once again chip trees at the curb for Rochelle residents, during the first two weeks of January. Place trees in parkway along the street only.

Trees left in the alley will not be chipped and will be treated as waste rather than recycled.

Any trees left at the curb after Sunday, Jan. 19, will be picked up by the waste

hauling company and taken to a landfill where they will be disposed of as waste.

To enable the trees to be recycled, the trees must be totally undecorated.

All tinsel, ornaments, lights, nails, plastic bags, and tree stands must be removed.

Items left on the tree may damage the chippers.

Wreaths, garland and flocked trees cannot be chipped so please do not bring these items to the site.

Pine mulch is excellent for acid loving plants such as irises, tiger lilies, lilacs, azaleas, roses, rhododendrons, hydrangeas, evergreen, blue berries, raspberries, pin oaks, grapes,

and dogwood.

Pine mulch helps conserve moisture, keeps weeds from growing and can be used for walk ways.

When Christmas trees are chipped and used for mulch, landfill space is conserved and burning them is avoided thereby reducing pollution.

Residents may bring a shovel and container and take home free mulch when available at the drop off sites.

The Ogle County Christmas Tree Recycling Program is sponsored by the Byron Forest Preserve District, Byron High School FFA, City of Byron, Oregon Park District, Oregon High School FFA, Village of Forreston,

Forreston High School FFA, Village of Leaf River, FlaggRochelle Park District, City of Rochelle, Tom Lichty’s Landscaping Service, Polo High School FFA, Aurand Tree Service, and the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department.

The Monroe Center, Forreston and Leaf River chipping sites have been made possible with grants from the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department.

For more information please call the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department at 815- 732-4020 or visit www.oglecounty.org.

Casino Fest at SVCC

The Polo Senior Center will host the Fourth Friday on Dec. 27. The show begins at 7 p.m. Photo supplied

Fourth Friday in Polo on Dec. 27 Performers from around the Sauk Valley area and beyond will perform at Polo Fourth Friday Open Mic on Friday, Dec. 27, at the Polo Senior Center, 101 E. Mason.

Each performer (or group of performers) takes center stage for 15 minutes until each group has been

featured.

If you play an instrument, bring it and join the fun.

Instruments are acoustic and a sound system is provided.

Performers draw numbers at 6:30 p.m. and choose their time slot based on the number they drew.

There is a Jam after the drawing and the open mic

show begins at 7 p.m. Space is available to tune up.

The Polo Senior Center is handicapped accessible.

Additional parking is available behind the building. No admission fee is charged.

All donations benefit the Polo Senior Center.

Fourth Friday is part of

northern Illinois’ Friday night entertainment scene along with First Fridays at the VFW in Oregon, Second Fridays at the Heritage Hall in Lanark, Third Fridays at the H. I. Lincoln Building in Franklin Grove and special Fifth Fridays (when they occur) at the H. I. Lincoln Building in Franklin Grove.

The Sauk Valley College Foundation will hold its Wild West Casino Fest on Saturday, Jan. 18 from 5 to 11 p.m. at the college.

The college’s east mall, second floor, and cafeteria will transform into a night of wild west fun including a chuck wagon, minislot corral, saloons, gold mine, and jail.

Participants are invited to dress their cowboy best for this fundraiser.

The entertainment will include casino-style games (blackjack, craps, roulette, poker) where guests will earn “gaming chips� (chips have no monetary value) for an opportunity to win the big prizes later in the event.

Guests do not have to be skilled gamers to attend the event. Professional dealers at

all tables will keep everyone in attendance challenged.

A silent auction will also be held, featuring unique items and gift baskets donated by local businesses and organizations.

A caricature artist, photo booth, and more are planned.

All proceeds from the night go toward SVCC scholarships and student needs.

Tickets are $35 per person and include $50 in gaming chips,� light cowboy buffet and dessert, and two drink tickets.

This event is for ages 21 and older.

Purchases can be made online at svcc.edu, by calling 815-835-6345, or at the door.

Donation of items can be made by calling the number mentioned.

Rock River Center News Computer help is available in January at RRC

By Linda Duffy Activities Director Rock River Center Our Community Technology Center is the place to learn!

Whether you would like to begin with the basics of using the computer or you are ready to advance to the next level, Rock River Center is here to help.

For those looking for “one-on-one� style training, appointments are currently being taken for individual instruction covering Basic Computer, Microsoft Word, or Introduction to the Internet.

Help with your new laptop, tablet or IPhone is also available by appointment.

New group classes have been scheduled for 2014, the first being a series of three sessions designed to help any adult from 18 to 81, learn what it takes to search for a job in today’s job market.

These hands-on classes will cover searching for perspective employers, completing on-line applications, writing cover letters, resumes and thankyou letters.

This series is scheduled for Tuesdays from 1 to 3 p.m.

Jan. 7, 14 and 21.

Rock River Center will be offering a three-part Basic Computer Class series in January.

The first session on Thursday, Jan. 9 will provide an introduction to computers,

computer terminology and an explanation of how the Internet works.

The second session on Thursday, Jan. 16 will introduce Microsoft Word 2010 and managing files and folders.

The topic for the third session on Thursday, Jan. 23 will be “Using the Internet.� “Organizing Your Digital Photographs� will cover organizing your photographs from your digital camera.

Learn the basic file management to help you organize and save your photos by using software that may come with your camera and/or free software online.

You will become familiar with the work area and learn to explore several different tools to store photographs.

This class will be held on Friday, Jan. 31 from 9:30

to11:30 a.m.

All classes are held in the Rock River Center’s Community Technology Center, 810 S. 10th St. Oregon. Because space is limited, reservations are required and may be made by calling 815-732-3252.

The Community Technology Center has been made possible by a grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

The center is open for public use on Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

No fee is charged for use of computers or classes.

Kathe Wilson, Cindy Kulas, Pennie Stevens and Mary Steele give their time to make classes available to the community.

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Winter containers can be beautiful Beautiful outdoor containers don’t have to be limited to just the warm months, according to Candice Miller, a University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator. “While planting is limited in the winter months, there are many cut greens, twigs, and accessories that can be used to make winter containers for your home and landscape,� she said.

When designing a winter container, Miller suggests starting by scouring your own back yard for materials. “Select various evergreen shrubs and trees first. White pine, yew, fir, arborvitae, holly, and spruce are all great choices for cut evergreens and will last for many weeks. “Just be sure when pruning these branches, not to prune too drastically and maintain a nice shape to the tree or shrub being pruned from,� she said.

Deciduous trees and shrubs

are also a great source of materials. Interesting bark or buds will add interest and texture to your container.

Red twig dogwood, birch, and curly willow branches are all great branches for winter containers.

There’s no reason you have to start fresh with a whole new container, she said.

Simply cut back the remaining materials in your summer or fall-planted containers and use the soil in the container as a base for your winter container.

Start by inserting the cut evergreens into the soil at various angles until you have a lush container of mixed foliage.

Then start adding in branches of various heights and finish it off with the accessories. “The possibilities are really endless for winter containers,� Miller said. “Just be creative!�

Diaper Donation University of Illinois Extension offices in Boone, DeKalb and Ogle Counties held their holiday gathering on Dec. 9. This year staff from each county collected diapers that will be donated to His Glory Mission in Belvidere where they will be passed out to families in need. Extension staff also donated gift cards to be sent to Washington, Ill., to help with the relief efforts that are taking place in response to the recent tornadoes. Standing left to right are: Peggy Doty, Kelli Morrow, Jessica McCanse, Candice Miller, Johnna Jennings, Sue Buntjer, Nicole Groezinger, Cathy Anderson, Janelle Stein, and Connie Handel. Sitting are: Jodi Baumgartner, Judy Hodge, Lisa Valle, Melissa Irwin, Marilyn Csernus, and Melinda Charbonneau. Not pictured: Vicky Broos, Rosa Borjon and Mary Beth Christen. Photo supplied

Camelina sativa being studied for pigs’ diets

4-H Spotlight

Mom urged Dawn Bolhous to join 4-H

By Chelsea Eden, 4-H Ambassador This year the Ogle County 4-H Ambassador team decided to do a 4-H Spotlight News Article each month.

Each 4-H Spotlight will be written by one of our seven 4-H Ambassadors on a different person who has helped and supported the Ogle County 4-H program, and to find out how they got to where they are now in the 4-H program.

This month’s 4-H spotlight is Dawn Bolhous, from Mt. Morris.

Dawn got started in 4-H because of her mother.

Her mom wanted her kids to learn the values that she had learned through 4-H. Dawn attended 4-H for nine years and has been a leader of the Leaf River Soaring Eagles 4-H Club for four years.

Three of the four years of which she has been a leader, she also is the archery and air rifle instructor, in the Ogle County 4-H Shooting Sports program.

Dawn was a part of the Okobijians 4-H club in Dickenson County, Iowa.

She was always a shy kid, and from being in 4-H and

FFA, she has retained an outgoing personality along with being comfortable talking in front of people.

She says, “I don’t think I would have gone to college without being in 4-H.�

During her years in 4-H, she participated in showing clothing, foods, visual arts, photography, woodworking, and fashion reveue.

She held the offices of president, vice president, historian, and secretary.

In her 4-H club, they had a program for seniors to represent 4-H in the community and school; this would be like combining Federations and Ambassadors together.

One of her fair memories was helping the sheep people washing the sheep.

As they were taking the sheep back to the barn, all of the sheep laid down in the muddy road. So then, they had to wash the sheep with only ten minutes until they had to show them.

I asked her if she had some advice she would like to share and she replied, “I enjoyed my years in 4-H and encourage all of the young people to strive to be the best that they can be and look at how you judge your success

Dawn Bolhous holds a pillow she made as a 4-H project.

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and others. Set your goals for 4-H but also set your goals for your life. Don’t forget to enjoy every experience.�

4-H is an informal youth education program conducted

by University of Illinois Extension. U of I Extension

provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.

If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in 4-H, contact the Ogle County Extension staff at 815-732-2191.

Long considered a weed in North America, Camelina sativa is increasingly valued as an oilseed crop.

Researchers at the University of Illinois are now studying its nutritional value when used as part of weanling pigs’ diets.

When oil is extracted from the camelina seeds, using either solvent extraction or expeller pressing, the oil is then used in fuel production.

The defatted meal that is produced during this process is high in protein and may be fed to livestock, but there is very little knowledge about the nutritional value of camelina meal when fed to pigs, said Hans Stein, a U of I professor of animal sciences. “Camelina seeds and expellers have been evaluated for use in poultry and dairy cattle diets, but to our knowledge, the nutritional values of these ingredients have not been studied in pigs,�

Stein said. “This lack of knowledge limits the use of camelina products in diets fed to pigs so we wanted to determine the digestibility of amino acids in these ingredients.�

To determine amino acid digestibility values, Stein and his team fed growing pigs diets containing one of five different camelina products.

They tested camelina seeds from two different sources

as well as camelina expellers from three different sources.

The camelina products were compared with each other and with canola meal.

The digestibility of crude protein and most amino acids in two sources of camelina expellers did not differ from that of canola meal whereas the third source had lower digestibility values.

Digestibility values in both sources of camelina seeds were less than in canola meal.

The variation in digestibility among the sources of camelina expellers might be due to genetic differences between the seeds or differences in the oil extraction procedures. “However, amino acid digestibility in two of the sources of camelina expellers was comparable to that of canola meal, which indicates that camelina expellers may be included in diets fed to pigs,� he said.

The camelina expellers studied were cold pressed and contained greater levels of trypsin inhibitors than canola meal.

Amino acid digestibility in camelina products might be improved by heat treatment, provided that heat damage is avoided.

These findings will help producers and feed companies evaluate camelina expellers for possible inclusion in pig diets.

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Bettner, Claire Crisham, Brady Davis, Alexis Ebert, Levi Eden, Jackson Glendenning, AJ Hinrichs, Anna Marquardt, Allissa Martin, Kyle Miller, Gracie Prose, Anna Stender, Grant Stender, Sophia Stender, Olivia Thomas, Emily Watters, all of Oregon.

Isaiah Akins, Eli Baumann, Waylon Harris, Gage Zeigler, Rebekah Zeigler, all of Polo.

Grace Costello, David Kennedy, Blakelynn Swanson, Madison Underhill, all of Stillman Valley.

4-H members are honored for their achievements Ogle County 4-Hers are being honored for their achievements during the 2013 4-H year at club programs this fall.

Eligible to compete in one of three club award areas based on their age, 4-Hers can be recognized for their work in the areas of Project Achievement, Service Achievement and Leadership Achievement.

Project Achievement winners are those individuals who are between the ages of 8 and 11 and have met project goals, completed records, attended half of their local club’s meetings, gave a talk or demonstration about their project, and exhibited at the 4-H Fair or on a local club tour.

Service Achievement awards are given to 4-Hers, ages 12-14, who have met the criteria for project recognition, served on a club committee or as a club officer, took part in a community service or learning activity related to their project, and assisted club leaders with a special activity, tour, or program.

Leadership Achievement awards are given to 4-Hers between the ages of 15 and 18 who have met the requirements for service achievement, participated

in one or more 4-H learning experiences at the county, region, or state level, provided leadership for a project, an activity, or a 4-H group, and assisted in conducting programs at the county level or beyond. Awards build on one another.

Project Achievement Winners William Carlson, Carter Conderman, Collin Conderman, Tyler Delgado, Abraham Eden, Maggie Eden, Renee Gehrke, Adrianne Hall, Tyler Hall, Grace Mingus, Logan Remhof, Alexis Trank, all of Byron.

Lillian Kennedy, Justin Simpson, Emma Thurow, all of Davis Junction.

Carter Daws, Forreston.

Alexis Truran, Kirkland.

Justin Heidt, Lanark.

Bryce Allen, Isaac Charbonneau, Lane Lindquist, Noah Lindquist, Nate Miller, Taylor Yordy, all of Leaf River.

Eric Seaworth, Hannah Seaworth, Anna Tolian, Lila Tolian, all of Lindenwood.

Aubrey Craig, Jackson Craig, Amber Ekard, Hannah Ekard, Abigail Sandine, Mead Tomash, all of Monroe Center.

Isabelle Bergstrom, Mallory Bergstrom,

Samantha Bowers, Megan Hagemann, Rebecca Hough, Evan Kosick, Garret Moser, Emmett Peterson, Mady Russell, all of Mt. Morris.

Trenton Bettner, Kyle Brechon, Jacob Davis, Adam Glendenning, Jared Glendenning, Faith Marquardt, Bode Martin, Grace Mongan, Brenna Noon, Abbie Ring, all of Oregon.

Austin Nutt, Pecatonica.

Isaac Akins, Ty Newcomer, Coley Zeigler, all of Polo.

Tommy Allen, Alexa Brooks, Jenna Brooks, Daniel Miller, Hannah Underhill, all of Stillman Valley.

James Taylor, both of Mount Morris.

Logan Arvigo, Jacob Ebens, Casey Martin, Abby Mongan, Karli Miller, Johnathan Prose, Anna Ring, Shauni Warner, Shianne Warner, all of Oregon.

Abby Akins, Summer Linboom, Stephanie Sofolo, Valeria Viteri-Pflucker, all of Polo.

Samantha Malk, Kallista McIntyre, Elizabeth Miller, all of Stillman Valley.

Leadership Achievement Winners Jordan Mingus, Byron.

Chelsea Eden, Michaela Eden, Rebecca Eden, Katrina Service Lowry, all of Oregon.

Achievement Winners Jake Miller, Polo.

Sara Blume, Natalie Zack Ankney, Kiirstin Carlson, Marisa Kapala, McIntyre, both of Stillman Kayla Mingus, Ryan Reeverts, all of Byron.

Erin Wycoff, Davis Junction.

Hunter Daws, Forreston.

Connor Ross, Grand Detour.

Kyle Hemmersbach, Leaf River.

Matthew Drendel, Michael Drendel, Garrett Hackbarth, Faith Tolian, all of Lindenwood.

Autumn Hagemann, Emily Korinke, both of Monroe Center.

Danielle Hagemann,

Cloverbuds are 4-Hers between the ages of 5 and 7. The following Cloverbud members will also be recognized by their clubs: Lauren Carlson, Carson Conderman, Bruce Gehrke, Rebekah Groen, Gwen Hall, Gavin Remhof, Joey Trank, all of Byron.

Lane Halverson, Olivia Wynn, both of Chana.

Robbie Thurow, Davis Junction.

Avie Truran, Kirkland.

Brooke Allen, Sara Miller, Aiden Yordy, all of Leaf River.

Daniel Sandine, Monroe Center.

Katelyn Bowers, Aiden Peck, both of Mt. Morris.

Claire Bettner, Danyelle

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

For more information, call Ogle County Extension at 815-732-2191.

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Alumni can perform Jan. 11 Members of the Forreston High School Cheer and Dance squads invite alumni to come and perform with them at the boys basketball home game against Milledgeville on Saturday, Jan. 11 at 5:30 p.m.

Forreston cheer alumni will cheer during the boys varsity basketball game and pre-game and

loyalty.

Cheer practice for alumni will be prior to the game at 4 p.m. on Jan. 11.

The cost for alumni cheer t-shirts will be $10 each. Call Lucia Heitter at 815-2914951 by Monday, Dec. 30.

The Forreston dance team will hold a practice on Friday, Jan. 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the junior high gym with

the performance being on Saturday, Jan. 11 at the half-time of the boys varsity basketball game.

Dance alumni are invited to join in also to perform in the pre-game and loyalty.

Anyone who would like to participate is asked to call Jill Bunders at 815-541-3258

by Monday, Dec. 30. T-shirts for alumni are $10 each.

Potato bar set for Jan. 5 Once again the Driven Disciples Relay for Life team will host four fundraising potato bars for the American Cancer Society.

The first potato bar of 2014 will be Sunday, Jan. 5 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at

Disciples United Methodist Church on the corner of Hitt Street (Ill. 64) and Maple Avenue in the fellowship hall of the church.

Join in for a baked potato with assorted toppings, relishes, beverage, and a

slice of homemade pie for $6 per person. Children ages 10 and under eat for $3.

Carryout is available for $1 more.

Future potato bars will be held on Feb. 2, March 2, and April 6.

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Snowy Directions Ice followed by blowing snow made travel on area roads difficult late Saturday night and early Sunday morning. This photo was taken on Pines Road near the intersection with Ridge Road. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Chronology

of Area Businesses 136 Years in Business

131 Years in Business

Scholl Insurance Agency, Inc.

Member FDIC

Forreston Mutual Insurance

108 Years in Business

Member FDIC

Robin Duncan • Tamela Merdian

83 Years in Business SHANNON • POLO • LAKE CARROLL

Member FDIC

81 Years in Business

80 Years in Business

Smith & Morrow

Basler’s Ace Hardware

Attorneys at Law

of Forreston (815) 938-2273 (815) 938-2512

of Oregon (815) 732-7956

of Polo (815) 946-2324

of Polo (815) 946-2777

of Oregon • 732-6124

of Oregon (815) 732-2788

61 Years in Business

60 Years in Business

55 Years in Business

49 Years in Business

47 Years in Business

Graphic Arts Express

Public Auction Service

45 Years in Business

White Pines Ranch

Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins

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Marv Miller & Ted Gesin General Contractor

Sheely Aggregates

of Oregon (815) 732-6827

of Polo (815) 946-2660

of Oregon (815) 732-7923

of Mt. Morris (815) 734-4716

of Forreston (815) 238-4260

of Forreston (815) 938-3630

43 Years in Business

40 Years in Business

39 Years in Business

38 Years in Business

38 Years in Business

Steve Benesh & Sons Quarries

Polo Chiropractic Center

Leaf River Land & Cattle Rock Cut Quarry

38 Years in Business

Dambman Lawn Mower

Rock River Center

Swalve Realty & Auction

of Oregon (815) 732-3252

of Shannon (815) 938-3108

31 Years in Business

30 Years in Business

Burkardt’s LP Gas

Lenny Bryson Auctioneer

Over the road and local trucking

Karla J. Byrd, D.C.-R. Keith Webb, D.C.

of Oregon (815) 732-2384

of Polo 946-9977

(815) 738-2842 • (815) 738-2855

Gene A. Dambman of Polo (815) 946-2014

37 Years in Business

36 Years in Business

34 Years in Business

31 Years in Business

Roofing • Siding • Windows

Farm Store

Irv’s Autobody

Roger Kilker

Case IH Dealership

of Forreston (815) 938-2231

of Polo (815) 946-2393

28 Years in Business

25 Years in Business

25 Years in Business

25 Years in Business

24 Years in Business

F.N. Smith

Fossler Realty Inc.

Cedar Forest Products

Mimmo’s Pizza

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of Oregon (815) 732-3252

of Polo (815) 946-2113

of Polo (815) 946-3994

of Forreston (815) 938-2406

12 Years in Business

9 Years in Business

8½ Years in Business

8 Years in Business

4 Year in Business

Creative Designs

Mt. Morris Chiropractic

J.H.M. Electric

Leaf River Quilt Co.

of Oregon (815) 732-7920

Dr. Bruce Denton of Mt. Morris (815) 734-7347

Flow-Right Seamless Gutters

Complete Electrical Service

of Mt. Morris (815) 734-4716

of Leaf River (815) 738-2855

Kilker Construction

Forreston Dental of Forreston (815) 938-2575

of Leaf River

of Mt. Morris (815) 734-4033

of Forreston (815) 541-3187

Terry Olson of Forreston (815) 938-2444

of Polo (815) 946-3081

Forreston Autobody Emil Alich, Owner

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18 Years in Business

Richard Montavon of Mt. Morris (815) 734-7911

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Public Voice Students were thrilled with new books

Dear Editor, Oregon Elementary School Thanks Community for Donations for Book Exchange The O.E.S. Book Exchange Committee would like to thank the community, the students and their families, and school district staff who donated books or money for our recent book exchange.

Due to your generosity, each student received 2 books in grades Pre K-6th. We would also like to thank the parents who volunteered to work the

exchange.

The students were thrilled with their new books. One girl said “I’m never going to get this smile off of my face,” as she hugged her books.

Another student said “There are so many cool books!” We were able to give over 100 books to the “Lot 12” Reading Program at Mt. Morris Estates.

We plan on having another book give away at the end of the year to promote reading over the summer months. The rest of the books will be saved for future exchanges.

Thanks again for your part in making the book exchange such a success. We were touched by the community wide support for the students at O.E.S. Lynn Hunter as well as the entire Book

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Koper shares a marine’s letter

Dear Editor, Some things found online could not have been said better. This was said to have been sent by a Marine Corps Colonel in Afghanistan and I believe it need to be passed on.

For all future sporting events, perhaps all team owners should be sent the following message; “So with all the kindness I can muster, I give this one piece of advice to the next pop star who is asked to sing the national anthem at a sporting event: save the vocal gymnastics and the physical gyrations for your concerts.

“Just sing this song the way you were taught to sing it in kindergarten - straight up, no styling.

“Sing it with the constant awareness that there are soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines watching you from bases and outposts all over the world.

“Don’t make them cringe with your self-centered ego gratification.

“Sing it as if you are standing before a row of 86-year-old WWII vets wearing their Purple Hearts, Silver Stars and flag pins on their cardigans and you want them to be proud of you for honoring them and the country they love - not because you want them to think you are a superstar musician. They could see that from your

Polo-Forreston Beat costume, makeup and your entourage.

“Sing ‘The Star Spangled Banner’ with the courtesy and humility that tells the audience that it is about America, not you.

“And please remember, not

everything has to be sung as a spiritual. We’re getting a little weary of that. Francis Scott Key does not need any help!”

Semper Fi. Al Koper Oregon

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All letters must be signed by the author and should include the city or village where the author resides and a phone number where he or she can be reached. Phone numbers will not be published.

Letters should address issues of local interest or be written by local residents.

We suggest that letters be kept to no more than 300 words. They will be edited for length and content.

Letters can be emailed to news@oglecounty news.com, faxed to 815-732-4238, mailed to Ogle County Newspapers, PO Box 8, Oregon IL. 61061, or dropped off at our office at 121A S. Fourth St., Oregon.

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These concerned businesses would like to wish you and yours a very happy, healthy and safe New Year.

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Polo - Forreston Beat Polo Library Story Time Tuesdays, 1 to 2 p.m.

Ages 0-5 Free and open to the public Story Time will start again on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Miss Randi will read stories about a New Year.

Wiggles & Giggles Thursdays, 1 to 2 p.m., Ages 0-5, Wiggles and Giggles will start again on Thursday, Jan. 9.

Free and open to the public LEGO Club Saturday, Jan. 11, Ages 6-12 Free and open to the public This fun group builds things and friendships, too.

Bring a bucket of LEGOs or use ours.

Crockpot II Class

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Thursday, Jan. 16, 5:306:30 p.m.

Free and open to the public Registration Required That time of year is fast approaching when nothing sounds better than being welcomed home to something wonderful simmering in the kitchen.

Soups and stews can be complete one-pot meals and be made aheadâ&#x20AC;Śa perfect combination for your busy schedule.

Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator Marilyn Csernus will discuss using fresh ingredients and complementary flavors to create some cozy crock pot meals.

Topics covered will include the advantages and disadvantages of slow cookers, cooking strategies and the safe use of slow cookers. Recipes will be available for participants to take home, as well as a recipe to taste.

Advance registration is required for this popular class by calling the library

or at the circulation desk.

page will pose a different question each day. There are no right or wrong answers.

Book Club Monday, Jan. 27, 1:30- The questions are just a little mental gymnastics to make 2:30 p.m.

The January selection is patrons smile each day.

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Library Cardâ&#x20AC;? book buddies Patrons who are unable to and other programs such come to the discussion are as Halloween, Summer invited to read the book and Reading, Cat in the Hat Day, leave reviews and comments Fancy Nancy and lots more! to be shared at the meeting.

Holiday Hours The library will close at Best Book You Read in 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31 2013 and be closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Jan. 2 - Friday, Jan. 1, in observance of New Jan. 10 Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day. The library will All ages Vote for the best book you reopen on Thursday, Jan. 2.

The library is located at read in 2013. Ballots will be 302 Mason St. at the circulation desk, or Phone: 815-946-2713 on the Facebook page. It is Hours: Monday through always fun to see the variety Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., of books people like.

Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cabin Fever Quiz Find out more about Thursday, Jan. 2 - Friday, Polo Public Library and the Jan. 31 special programs at www.

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Gift Wrapping The Oregon girls basketball team helped wrap presents for Earth Angels Saturday morning. Here Madeline Sanders wraps one of the presents that was delivered to a child in Ogle County. Photo by Vinde Wells

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Mt. Morris man and two others bowl great games

By Ty Reynolds Sauk Valley Media Something in the ether must have been focused on Plum Hollow Lanes in Dixon on Dec. 5, for that Thursday night was a rare one indeed.

During the Commercial 16 League, Jeff Van Quathem rolled his third 300 game. At the same time, down in lanes 1 and 2, Tim Goodson came up three pins short of his fourth 300 game, while Jeff White was surpassing even his own expectations with an 812 series.

“I don’t know how it happened; I wish I knew, because I’d do it again,” said Van Quathem, a 43-yearold from Lost Nation. “It’s hard to explain; the only way to describe it is a fluke, something that will probably never happen again.”

“It’s really odd, something I’ve never seen before,” added Goodson, a 45-yearold Mount Morris resident who’s been bowling his whole life. “It’s a little bit unusual, but when you think of all the good bowlers in these leagues, you wonder why it doesn’t happen more often.”

While each bowler was wrapped up in their own goings on, all three said they were definitely aware of what the other guys were doing.

For White, he actually had a better handle on what Goodson was doing one

lane away than his own masterful performance. A “190-something bowler,” White was paying more attention to Goodson’s run at 300 than he was at adding up his own score.

“I was watching and cheering Tim the whole time, and I wasn’t really thinking mathematically about what my series could be,” said White, a 44-year-old Dixon resident who was shocked when he heard his final score.

“I went into the last game thinking, ‘OK, this has been a good night, let’s just finish with another good game.’

“I wasn’t keeping track of how close or far away I was from 800, or how feasible that would be. I was just having a good time bowling, trying to keep good form and hit my mark. I guess it worked out.”

White called the career night “an outlier for me, statistically speaking,” adding that the next week, he rolled a 603 series and was “plenty happy with that, not the least bit disappointed” because he made his average.

Several lanes away, Van Quathem also wasn’t expecting his good fortune.

Bowling just 1 night a week, he credited his third 300 game as “more luck than skill.”

“Probably about the ninth frame, I realized that I had thrown all strikes,” Van Quathem said. “I just tried to stay calm, throw the ball the way I had been, hoping

I wouldn’t leave a 10-pin or something.”

As is usually the case when someone approaches 300, all the noise and activity around Van Quathem ceased.

It wasn’t like a no-hitter in baseball, but the 35year bowling veteran was definitely on an island all his own.

“It was strange; all of a sudden, everybody stepped back and it got very quiet,” Van Quathem said. “They weren’t giving me the silent treatment or anything, but they were definitely respecting my run.”

“The lanes around you just stop; nobody wants to distract a guy who’s that close to perfection,” Goodson explained.

“Everybody’s focused on you, watching your last few balls, and you just have to stop for a minute and get that out of your head and just focus.”

Goodson was experiencing the same thing back across the alley. As he rolled his second strike of the 10th frame, every eye nearby was turned on him, hoping they’d see the second 300 of the night.

But his fourth 300 just wasn’t meant to be.

“The last ball was a little wide to the outside, and it didn’t quite make it back to the pocket,” Goodson said. “That was the most disappointing thing about it; I didn’t give it a good chance.

The Polo Marcos earned a spot to play for third place at the Forreston Holiday Tournament.

Polo was matched up with Freeport- Aquin for the Dec. 20 game.

In the first quarter Polo came out strong and outscored Aquin 24-10.

Aquin came back slightly

in the second quarter but Polo held on to a 40-29 lead at the half.

The Marcos outscored Aquin 23-14 and went on to win 77-59 to claim third at the tournament.

AJ Dollmeyer led the Marcos in scoring with 26 points including 11 made from the floor.

The Cavanaugh brothers Brad and Brian scored 14 and 10 points during the contest.

Max Simmons added 9 points and Wyatt Patterson had 7 points.

Zach Quaco finished the game with 8 points.

Also scoring for Polo were Ivan Grogan with 2 points and Bailey Shipman with 1 point.

Jeff Van Quathem (left), Jeff White and Tim Goodson all had outstanding games in a league at Plum Hollow. Photo by Alex T. Paschal

“I’ve also bowled two 299s, but in those situations, I threw good balls, it just didn’t work out. This time was more of a letdown.”

In addition to the 300 and the 297, White’s series included games of 290 and 287, with a 235 in between.

The 290 featured 11 strikes after an opening-frame spare, and the 287 followed the same formula, except with a 7 on the final throw instead of a strike.

In an interesting twist, White’s 14-year-old son Jarod had set his own personal best earlier in the day. A member of the Dixon Dukes bowling team, Jarod White rolled a 222 game at practice the afternoon before his father’s

fantastic performance.

“It must’ve been something in the water, or the planets were aligned just right and the moon was in the perfect phase,” White said. “Maybe the oil pattern helped, or the guys with us were all rolling it just right that night.

“It takes a little luck, a break here or there, getting your head in the game the right way … a lot of things have to go right even before you let go of the ball. Whatever it was, it just worked out well for us that night.”

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$IXON Rolled games of 290, 235 and 287 on his way to a careerhigh 812 series, shattering his old personal best of 756; he opened his first and third games with spares, then followed those with 10 straight strikes before closing with another strike in Game 1 and a 7 in Game 3.

Marcos finish in third

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The Polo Lady Marcos faced Milledgeville in the seventh place game during the Polo Girls Holiday Tournament Dec. 21.

Polo was defeated 62-56.

The leading scorer for the Lady Marcos was Alex Sterenberg with 17 points.

She was 5 of 8 from the line and had 6 baskets from the floor.

Madison Merdian ended the night with 14 points on her four 3-pointers and another from the floor.

Hannah Grobe was a perfect 3 for 3 from the line and added 9 points to the scoreboard.

Finishing the night with 8 points was KeeLey Meyer on her 4 shots from the floor.

Jozi Grobe had 6 points and Paige Lust had 2 points.

The loss in the game completed a disappointing home tournament for the Forreston’s Rachel Walton puts up a 3-point shot Lady Marcos.

Saturday afternoon. Photo by Chris Johnson

Polo Chamber Chatter The Polo Chamber of Commerce wishes everyone a wonderful holiday season and a very healthy 2014.

The Polo Area Senior Center is accepting nonperishable items at the center until Wednesday, Jan. 8 to be donated to the Polo Food Pantry. Stop by and make a donation as often as you can to assist those in need here in Polo.

The Polo Senior Services Center will hold the following events, with everyone welcome to attend: Tuesdays and Thursdays are exercise days with Fit for Life, a low impact program from 9 to 10 a.m.

Hand Quilting every Wednesday and Friday at 9

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Play “500” - Every Wednesday at noon.

Mexican Train - Thursdays at noon.

Every Friday morning homemade cinnamon rolls are served for a donation.

Here’s what’s happening at the Polo Public Library: Tuesday mornings - PreStory Time at Your Library” from 1 to 2 p.m.

Thursdays - “Wiggles & Giggles” from 1 to 2 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 11 - LEGO Club from 1 to 2 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 24 - Senior Center Book Club, at the senior center, sign up now at PASS. Monday, Jan. 27 - Book Club from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.,

“Killing Kennedy,” by Bill O’Reilly.

Wednesday, Jan. 29 Movies at the Library 2:30 to 4 p.m., Despicable Me 2.

The Polo Chamber Board of Trustees is attempting to issue Certificate of Recognition to Polo Chamber of Commerce member businesses celebrating five years, and then every fiveyear increments of being in business in Polo. Contact Susie at polo@essex1.com you have a special business celebration coming up.

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SPORTS

SECTION B

Thursday, December 26, 2013

Lady Cards, Lady Marcos played during tournament The Polo Lady Marcos Tournament and were the night with 7 points and faced Byron Dec. 18 during defeated 88-20.

Madison Merdian had 3 the annual Polo Girls Holiday KeeLeyMeyer finished points.

Forreston took on Morrison Dec. 18 during the tournament.

The Lady Cardinals lost 50-42.

Forreston had the game tied after the first quarter but Morrison pulled away in the second to take a 33-20 lead into the half.

Leading the scoring for Forreston was Rachel Walton with 24 points. She made eight 3-pointers.

Maggie Curry added 10 points on one 3-pointer and 3 shots from the floor.

Hannah Metzger ended the night with 4 points while Wolf and Edler each had 2 points.

Polo and Forreston squared off Dec. 17 during the tournament.

The Lady Cardinals earned the win 58-27.

For Forreston Curry led the way with 26 points including five 3-pointers.

Heinz had 10 points and Walton had 7 points.

Wolf and Edler each had 4 points while Metzger, O’Rouke, and Leakaitis each had 2 points.

Scott finished the night with 1 point.

For Polo, Meyer finished the game with 10 points and J. Grobe had 6 points.

Hannah Grobe and Merdian each had 3 points.

Polo’s Madison Merdian puts up a 3-point shot during Carly Hinrichs and the Lady Marcos game against Morrison during the Sterenberg had 2 points each. annual Polo Girls Holiday Tournament.

Polo’s Hannah Grobe passes the ball to a teammate during a tough matchup at the Polo Girls Holiday Tournament last week. Photo by Chris Johnson

Forreston defeats Le-Win Forreston picked up a narrow 2-point victory Dec. 19 during their tournament matchup with Lena-Winslow.

Le-Win took the early lead and had a 10-6 lead after the first quarter.

The Cardinals came back in the second and took a 2014 lead at the half.

Forreston was outscored 10-7 in the third and 12-11 in the fourth.

In the end Forreston earned the 38-36 win.

Leading the way for Forreston was Kerchner with 12 points. He was 6 of 10 from the free throw line.

Kaleb Reining added 6 points on his two 3-pointers.

Groom, Shelton, Edler, Schneiderman, and Forreston’s Robert DeVries puts up a shot during the Cunninghorn each added 4 Forreston Holiday Tournament last week. Photo by Chris points.

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Cards fall to Christian Life

Winnebago proved to be the tournament’s thorn

By Brian Weidman Sauk Valley Media Polo has been impressive in racking up an 8-0 record heading into the Forreston Holiday Tournament semifinals.

The Marcos, however, hadn’t encountered a challenge like the one they faced Dec. 19.

Polo had all kinds of difficulty dealing with a quick, physical group from Winnebago, and found itself on the losing end of a 78-61 decision.

“It’s really hard to rep their intensity and athleticism in practice, even though I think we’re a fairly athletic team,” Polo coach Matt Messer said.

“We weren’t ready for it, and we got down a little bit on ourselves.”

Polo (8-1) dug itself an early hole, falling behind 26-9 after the first quarter.

The Marcos had 10 turnovers in the first 8 minutes, with seven of them via Winnebago steals.

They were competitive the rest of the way, however, and actually had a chance to make

The Forreston Cardinals fell to Rockford Christian Life 57-53 Dec. 17 during the annual Forreston Holiday Tournament.

The Cardinals had a things interesting. A basket 1-point lead at the half but from Brian Cavanaugh Christian Life exploded in the brought the Marcos to within 12 points at 58-46 with 7:51 left in the fourth quarter, and had a chance to cut further into the deficit.

Zach Quaco was whistled for traveling, however, and Winnebago’s Ryan Swigart hit a 3-pointer to up the margin back to 15 at 61-46.

Polo didn’t get closer than 13 points the rest of the way, but Messer took away something positive from the game

third quarter and outscored Forreston 15-3.

The Cardinals 24-15 scoring rally in the fourth came up short.

Leading the way for Forreston was Ethan Groom with 16 points.

Kaleb Reining ended the night with 13 points.

Kerchner had 6 points, Shelton had 5 points, Beasley had 6 points, Edler had 2 points, Schneiderman had 3 points, and Cunningham had 2 points.

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Forreston’s Kaleb Reining gets low as he tries to defend a River Ridge player during their matchup at the annual Forreston Holiday Tournament. Photo by Chris Johnson

Wrestlers face Newman, Morrison at dual meet

Polo’s Brian Cavanaugh tips in a missed basket Thursday against Winnebago.

Photo by Philip Marruffo

The Polo-Forreston wrestling team competed in a dual meet Dec. 19. Up first was Polo against Newman.

Griffin, Dillavou, Cain, and Miquel Dominquez won by forfeits.

Jesse Ditler had a solid match in the 132 pound weight class and earned a major decision.

T. Cholke earned Polo’s lone pin of the match in 1:39 over his opponent in the 106 pound bout.

J. Hanlon was pinned in 1:45 in the 152 pound match.

E. Cain was pinned in 1:40 in the 160 pound match.

In a shocking match, Ethan Ditzler was pinned in 9 seconds in the 170 pound match.

During the heavyweight 285 pound match, Clink Merlak was pinned in 2:10.

Juan Dominguez earned a win by decision.

In the 113 pound match Brady Bushman was pinned in 43 seconds.

The final score of the match was Newman 42, Polo 37.

Polo also faced Morrison and fell short 54-26.

Ditzler and Cain each won their match by forfeit.

Bushman was pinned in

1:37 in the 113 pound match and Griffin was pinned in 4:10 in the 120 pound match.

Hanlon was defeated in 26 seconds in the 152 pound match.

Ditzler picked up a win over Zigler in his match against Morrison.

J. Cain was pinned in 3:33 in the 182 pound match.

Picking up a win by pin in 5:21 was Miguel Dominguez.

Merlak was pinned in 3:19 to lose the 285 pound match and Cholke was pinned in 45 seconds during the 106 pound match.

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Polo faced a traditional 2A Powerhouse last week From B1 against a traditional 2A powerhouse.

“The thing I was happiest to see is we picked ourselves back up and continued to fight,” he said. “In Class 1A, you’re going to be hardpressed to see a team like Winnebago. If you can play with them, you can play with anybody.”

“We had trouble with their press early on, but once we figured that out, we were down so much that we were playing for pride, pretty much,” Cavanaugh added.

“We were trying to show the other teams we’ll play we could stick with Winnebago, even though we were down early.”

Cavanaugh paced Polo with 18 points, Quaco had 14, and AJ Dollmeyer added 13 points and seven rebounds.

Swigart led Winnebago (90) with 26 points, DeLundre

Dixon had 11, and Evan Mack added 10. The Indians were competing without a pair of key players – starter Isaiah Yanni and top reserve Dalton Langholf. Yanni has a groin injury, but could be back for tonight’s title game, while Langholf suffered a separated shoulder in PE class on Thursday.

“I think we stretched some minutes, then we started getting tired, and then we started giving them layups,” Winnebago coach Joe Murphy said. “That third quarter was tough to take, with all the free baskets we gave them. Credit to Polo.

They did a great job getting to the basket.”

Star of the game: Ryan Swigart, Winnebago 26 points Key performer: Brian Cavanaugh, Polo, 18 points; Zach Quaco, Polo 14 points

Polo’s Brad Cavanaugh goes up for a lay-up during a game against Lena-Winslow at the Forreston Holiday Tournament. Photo by Chris Johnson

Polo’s AJ Dollmeyer and Wyatt Patterson reach for a rebound attempt during a game at the Forreston Holiday Tournament. Photo by Chris Johnson

All tournament team announced Officials at Forreston High School have announced the all-tournament team for the 54th annual holiday tournament.

The players were nominated and selected by all of the coaches.

The players on the first team are: Noah McCarty, Sterling Newman; AJ Sharp, Sterling Newman; ReLundre Dixon, Winnebago; Ryan Swigart, Winnebago; and Dalton Menke, Winnebago.

The second team members are: AJ Dollmeyer, Polo; Brett Benning, Dakota; Daniel Lowe, Byron; Brenden Dauphin, River Ridge; Andrew Martin, Freeport Aquin; and Aiden Chang, Freeport Aquin.

Sterling Newman took the tournament title by defeating Winnebago 86-80 Saturday night.

Polo earned third place by defeating Freeport Aquin 77- Forreston’s Taylor Scott secures a rebound Saturday against West Carroll. Forreston defeated West Carroll 59-31 in the fifth place game. Photo by Chris Johnson 59 Saturday night.

Sports Column Local teams have shown their abilities

By Andy Colbert Reporter High school basketball takes center stage with holiday tournaments and the announcements of regional assignments.

As expected, the Oregon girls and Polo boys have made a name for themselves.

Starting the season as the No. 10 team in the AP 2A poll, Oregon sits at 9-4. Oddly, the four losses came at the hands of only two teams, Mendota and Prophetstown.

Last year, Mendota was

3A and Prophetstown 1A. This year, Prophetstown is 2A and could see the Lady Hawks again in the sectional.

Another team Oregon could see in the sectional is Byron, who beat the Lady Hawks in an extremely competitive 2013 regional final.

After facing state-placer Stillman Valley in a 2012 regional and Byron last year, Oregon has to like the 2014 pairings. Not only are the hosting the regional, but it will include a much easier bracketing of teams, of which they will be the favorite.

Going into the regionals, the Lady Hawks will have a brutal stretch of games, starting January 17 with Rockford Lutheran, undefeated

Eastland, Mendota, Sterling and Byron (twice).

If that doesn’t get the team ready for the post season, nothing will. In fact, the regional will seem like a vacation after that gauntlet.

Right now, Oregon has two handicaps, one of which can be fixed and the other that can not be.

The handicap that can’t be fixed is lack of height. With the loss of sophomore Lexi Smith two years ago, the Lady Hawks lost its only legitimate post player for 2013-14.

Oregon makes up for it the best they can with its speed, positioning on rebounds, defensive hustle and experience. Their style of play has been fun to watch the last couple years.

The less glaring handicap

and one that can be fixed is a lack of teamwork and cohesiveness.

To advance out of a sectional, Oregon needs to start playing better together as a team.

The Polo boys have raced off to a 9-1 start and have to be pleased with their thirdplace finish at the Forreston tournament. Their only loss was to perennial 2A power Winnebago, in a game that the Marcos got hammered by a relentless full-court press and struggled to recover.

Another big test awaits Polo this week at the Eastland tournament. Polo and Eastland are in opposite pools and appeared destined for a championship bout.

Polo has the classic insideoutside combination with seniors AJ Dollmeyer and

Brian Cavanaugh, besides an experienced supporting cast.

Additionally, Polo gives team fits because the Marcos can score in so many different ways. They will push tempo on teams and apply heavy defensive pressure.

In what’s shaping up to be very balanced conference race, Polo will be one of the favorites, that’s for sure. On a slight negative, the IHSA regional pairings did not do any favors to the Marcos.

Some observers are calling the Forreston regional perhaps the toughest in 1A. Besides Polo and a pretty solid Cardinal team, Eastland and Aquin make for a solid foursome.

In cases like this, it’s too bad sectional complexes aren’t being used, such as what 3A and 4A still

Andy Colbert

employ. That way, teams can be seeded and spread more evenly throughout regionals.

One final note, hats off to tourney organizers at both Polo girls and Forreston boys for the splendid job in putting their events on.

Ogle County 4-Hers learn about their achievements Ogle County 4-Hers were recognized for excellence in 4-H project work at the recent county 4-H Achievement Celebration. Held Nov. 17 in the Byron Jr High School Theatre, the program featured the presentation of numerous awards including the “County Project Honor Award.”

The “County Project Honor Award” rewards 4-H youth for outstanding accomplishments in specific project areas of their choosing.

In addition to efforts to gain knowledge about their favorite project area, youth get points towards winning this award through participation in club, county, state, and international events and through leadership practices.

Two levels are recognized: silver and gold. All 4-Hers are eligible to win the award

annually.

Kendal Kuelling, This year’s winners were Forreston, Poultry as follows: Summer Linboom, Polo,Rabbits Laci Meyer, Leaf River, Gold Project Honor Rabbits Abigail Akins, Polo,Dogs Jacob Miller, Polo, Food Isaac Akins, Polo, Camping and Nutrition Bryce Allen, Leaf River, Ty Newcomer, Polo, Sheep Photography Isaac Charbonneau, Leaf Jacob Noble, Forreston, River, Poultry Food and Nutrition Linnea Davids,Leaf River, Rebekah Noble, Forreston, Visual Arts Food and Nutrition Carter Daws, Forreston, Holly Plock, Leaf River, Entomology Dogs Hunter Daws, Forreston, Madalin Russell, Mt. Entomology Morris, Clothing and Textiles Danielle Hagemann, Mt. Stephanie Sofolo,Polo, Morris, Beef Child Care Megan Hagemann, Mt. Alex Williams, Leaf River, Morris, Food and Nutrition Poultry Kyle Hemmersbach, Leaf Ashley Williams, Leaf River, Beef River, Horticulture, Natalie Johnson, Taylor Yordy, Leaf River, Forreston,Horse and Pony Horse and Pony Autumn Kielsmeier, Leaf Nicole Zeigler, Polo, River, Swine Photography.

Silver Project Honor enhancements.

Top 30 award winners

Lane Lindquist, Leaf River, Woodworking Lane Meyer, Leaf River, Beef Annastasia Timmer, Baileyville, Clothing and Textile A percentage of 4-Hers were selected from among the silver and gold County Project Honor winners, in each of three age groups, to receive the Top 30 Award.

This award is given to 4-Hers for thoroughness of records; comprehensiveness of project coverage; appropriateness of goals set; learning documented; overall size and scope of 4-H experience; educational experiences, community service efforts, and leadership efforts in project areas; involvement in club and beyond; and record book organization and appearance

Linnea Davids, Leaf River, Visual Arts Carter Daws, Forreston, Entomology Kyle Hemmersbach, Leaf River, Bee Madalin Russell, Mt. Morris, Clothing and Textiles Taylor Yordy, Leaf River, Horse and Pony Nicole Zeigler, Polo, Photography.

Ogle County 4-Hers between the ages of five and seven years old are known as Cloverbuds. Cloverbuds who obtain a score of 60 or above on the Cloverbud County Project Honor Award Application are recipients of the silver award and those with 75 points and above receive the gold award.

This year’s Cloverbud

winners were as follows:

Gold Cloverbud Winners Isaiah Akins, Polo Brooke Allen, Leaf River Elias Baumann, Polo Waylon Harris, Polo; A. J. Hinrichs Grant Johnson, Forreston Kaeden Motszko, Leaf River Olivia Russell, Mt. Morris Aidan Yordy, Leaf River Gage Zeigler, Polo Rebekah Zeigler, Polo.

Silver Cloverbud Winners Sara Miller, Leaf River Lacie Williams, Leaf River 4-H is the youth program of University of Illinois Extension.

For information, call the Ogle County Extension Office, 421 West Pines Road, Suite #10, Oregon, IL 61061, 815/7322191, or send an e-mail to jbmgrtnr@illinois.edu.

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Scholarship applications available now High school seniors looking for ways to help finance their college engineering education can apply for a scholarship available from the Rock River Chapter of the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers.

Applications are available now until the application deadline of Jan. 17.

Applications are available

from high school guidance counselors of all public and private high schools in the Rock River Chapter area which includes Bureau, Carroll, Lee, Ogle and Whiteside counties in northwestern Illinois.

Applications for scholarships are judged from national standard test scores, essays, transcripts, and

extracurricular activities.

Scholarships are available only for students attending an accredited engineering program.

In the 2013-2014 scholarship cycle, the Rock River Chapter will award at least one scholarship of $1,000.

Last year the chapter

awarded three $1,500 scholarships.

Local scholarships are made possible by the Rock River Chapter through its annual scholarship fund raisers.

For more information call Rock River Scholarship Chairman, Russ Renner, at 815-772-7651 (days) or 815973-2100 (evenings).

Oregon Police Activity Oregon Police Chief Darin ordinance (Section 10-50) DeHaan reports the following parking on streets after activity for Dec. 9 through snowstorm.

Dec. 22.

Dec. 13 Dec. 9 At 11:05 p.m., police were Twenty-one parking dispatched to a domestic citations were issued for problem at 106 N. Seventh violating the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s snow Street, Apt. 3, resulting in ordinance (Section 10-50) the arrest of Robert J. Fako, parking on streets after 31, Oregon, for disorderly snowstorm. conduct, aggravated assault, interference with Dec. 10 the reporting of domestic At 5:50 p.m., police violence, domestic battery, investigated a two-vehicle and aggravated domestic traffic crash in the parking lot battery. He was located in of the BP gas station located at the 200 block of N. Seventh 108 E. Washington involving Street and transported to the a 2004 International semi Ogle County jail. driven by James R. Allen, 48, Davenport, Iowa, and Dec. 15 a parked 2011 Chevrolet Jacob H. Lewis, 26, belonging to Roseina I. Oregon, was issued citations Leary, 48, Oregon. No at 1:01 a.m. for operating citations were issued. a vehicle with an expired registration and operating Dec. 11 an uninsured motor vehicle.

Twenty-four parking These violations occurred in citations were issued for the 700 block of Pines Road. violating the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s snow Dec. 20

At 3:01 p.m., police responded to 307 Franklin Street, the parking lot of First National Bank of Rochelle, where a 2008 Mitsubishi driven by Carrie B. Long, 35, Oregon, struck a pole in the drive-thru part of the bank.

No citations were issued.

Dec. 21 At 12:30 p.m., police responded to a two-vehicle traffic crash in the Ace Hardware parking lot located at 807 W. Pines Road involving a 2007 GMC driven by Gianna J. Fulton, 55, Oregon, and a 2006 Jeep driven by Brian M. Ketter, 40, Oregon. No citations were issued.

Dec. 22 At 12:32 a.m., police responded to a disturbance call at the Franklin Street Pub located at 306 Franklin Street, resulting in the arrest Carrie J. Dempewolf, 48, Oregon, for battery.

Dempewolf transported to County jail.

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Fifty-five parking citations were issued for violating the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s snow ordinance (Section 10-50) parking on streets after snowstorm.

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

General calls for service through dispatch Dec. 9 through Dec. 22 Checking a Subject/ Vehicle.......................... 5 Assist EMS/ Other Agency ............... 5 Citizen Complaint ........ 8 Animal Complaint ........ 1 Domestic / Disturbance calls .......... 6 911 / Hang Up .............. 8 Assist Citizen..............20 Traffic Stops ................. 4

AOP Donates Autumn on Parade president Marseyne Snow presents Craig Carpenter, director of the Village of Progress, with a $1,200 donation made possible through proceeds earned by the 2013 AOP 5K. The Village of Progress helped with the 5K this year. The 2014 race is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 5.

VFW rescheduled party Due to the inclement weather last week, the Oregon VFW has rescheduled its Christmas party.

The Christmas Party will be held Saturday, Dec. 28 at the VFW Post 8739, 1310 W. Washington St., Oregon.

The party will be open to the public from 5 p.m. on Complimentary food and snacks will be served and music will be provided from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. or midnight.

A raffle will begin at 6 p.m. with the proceeds going toward the VFW Memorial Fund to help upgrade and enhance the memorial on the north side of the courthouse that honors veterans from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

Heather (Rob), Polo; five grandchildren, Carly, Casey, Chloe, Peyton and Parker; one sister, Sally (Clarence) VanderBleek, Fulton; one great-aunt Bernice Domeier, Winnebago; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his older brother, Patrick; and son,Chad .

Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 23 at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Church, Polo.

Burial was at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in his name.

Visit www. polofamilyfuneralhome.com to send online condolences.

Slat, Rochelle, as the store manager.

He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, playing cards, collecting miniature farm toys.

He loved working with the children during the Ogle County Fair.

His real love was his time with his daughter, his nephews, and his time working with his father on the family farm.

Brian is survived by his daughter, Whitney Strite, Springfield; parents, Jim and Rogene Strite, Mt. Morris; brother, Brad (Kim) Strite, Oregon; grandfather, Darrell Strite, Mt. Morris; nephews, Austin and Kyle Strite, Oregon; several aunts and uncles; and nieces and nephews.

Brian was preceded in death by his grandmother, Dorothy Strite; grandparents: Clarence and Katie Gann; uncles, Wayne and Frank.

Funeral services were held Dec. 23 at Finch Funeral Home, 405 E. Hitt St., Mt. Morris, with Rev. Virginia Haney officiating.

A private family burial was held at Silver Creek Cemetery, Mt. Morris.

Memorials will be established.

For more information call Commander T. Richard Day at 815-732-4477.

Obituaries

Janet E. Guist Janet Elaine (Hofert) Guist, 91, Mt. Morris, died peacefully, after a long and full life, on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2013 at Serenity Hospice and Home, Oregon.

She was born March 8, 1922, in Tonawanda, N.Y., to Estella Irene (Woods) and Herbert William Hofert.

She attended the Buffalo Business College and graduated in 1940.

Upon graduation, she went to work for Bell Air Craft.

At the end of World War II, she journeyed to Lansing, Mich., and worked for Charles P. Loomis, Esquire, a foremost rural sociologist at Michigan State University.

While in Michigan, she met Hollie James Guist at a dance. He was in grad school at MSU, and she married him on June 28, 1947, back in Tonawanda, N.Y. Janet was a member of Faith Assembly, Oregon, but attended most recently at Trinity Lutheran with family.

She was a Red Hat member, and also cherished her friends at her Caring and Sharing Group.

She loved her family at Pinecrest Village where she had resided for almost nine years.

She had worked tirelessly for her church, serving her Lord in whatever capacity she could.

It is not often that a woman can fulfill all the roles in life.

Janet mothered five successful children, was a fabulous homemaker, baked

the most delicious pies, and for a time worked at the Guist Agency.

She was a loving daughter, devoted wife, great mom, generous grandma, and thrilled great-grandmother.

Janet was a source of limitless wisdom and kindness to all she met.

She was selfless, generous and devoted to her family and friends.

Janetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s companionship, spunkiness, quick wit, and love of life will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.

Janet and Hollie danced their way through just days shy of 56 years of marriage, with Hollie preceding her in death on June 6, 2003.

She was the loving mother of Christine (Thomas) Brady, Susan (Stephen) Miller, Deborah (Charles) Buser, Hollie (Anne) Guist, Jr., David (Vicky) Guist; devoted grandmother of 14, Matthew and Michael Brady, Elizabeth, Christopher and Andrew Miller, Anne and Amy Buser, Frederick and Geoffrey Guist, Eric and Ean Decker, Alek, Elliott, Emerson, and Ethan Guist; delighted great-grandmother of 18.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her two brothers, Herbert William Hofert Jr. and William James Hofert; and sisterin-law,Carmelia (Sinicropi) Hofert.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, Dec. 28 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 308 E. Brayton Rd., Mt. Morris.

Visitation will be held on Friday, Dec. 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Farrell Holland Gale Funeral Home, 110 S. Seventh St., Oregon, and on Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church preceding the services.

Memorial contributions are welcome and may be directed to Serenity Hospice and Home, 1658 S. Ill. 2, Oregon, IL 61061 or to the Good Samaritan Fund at Pinecrest Village, 408 S. McKendrie

Avenue, Mt. Morris, IL 61054.

Thank you to the staff and volunteers at Serenity Hospice and Home for their love, help and support.

Visit wwwfarrellhollandgale.com to leave online condolences.

Jason A. Miller Jason A. Miller, 38, lifelong Oregon and Mt. Morris resident, died Tuesday, Dec.17, 2013 at University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison.

He was born July 25, 1975 the son of Jay and Janice (Nordman) Miller.

Jason was a 1993 graduate of Oregon High School and was employed nearly 15 years at Total Logistics Control in Rochelle.

He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Oregon.

Jason was an avid motorcyclist, loved shooting, and loved his dogs.

The family extends special thanks to University of Wisconsin at Madison for 20 years of ongoing care to Jason and strongly encourages consideration of organ donation, which gave Jason those extra 20 years.

He is survived by his sister Janelle Miller and fiancĂŠ Erik Reed, Oregon; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents and grandparents.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, Dec. 21 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Oregon, with Pastor Phil Gronbach officiating.

Burial was at Emmanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Paynes Point.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Arrangements were completed by FarrellHolland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon.

Visit www. farrellhollandgale.com to leave online condolences.

peacefully in his home on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2013.

Terry James Olson was born Sept. 18, 1942, in Morrison, to Carl and Roberta Olson.

He married Judy Rainwater on June 12, 1965, at Russellville, Ark. Terry earned his teaching degree from Arkansas Tech University.

Following college, he traveled to Polo, where he was a teacher and a coach.

Following his teaching career, Terry worked for and retired from Country Financial in early 2013.

Terry was known by many as Mr. Olson, coach, or T-Bone.

He was an avid fisherman, sports enthusiast, camper, and all-around great man.

He enjoyed spending time with his wife, kids, grandchildren and the family pet, Otis.

Terryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passion was people. He touched the lives of many of his ex-students and players by being a father figure, a great listener, and attitude adjuster if needed.

Earlier this year, Terry retired and relished the free time spent with his family.

Survivors include his wife, Judy, Polo; three children, Chris (Jennifer Hoversten), Shorewood, Scott (Kate Norris), Chicago, and

Brian J. Strite Brian J. Strite, 41, Mt. Morris, died Friday, Dec. 20, 2013 on the family farm.

Brian was born Oct. 2, 1972 in Sterling, the son of James E. and Rogene M. (Gann) Strite.

Brian graduated from Mt. Morris High School Class of 1991, and graduated from Blackhawk East College, Kewanee, with an associates degree in agriculture.

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The name, age, and address of the individual is listed along with the offense, the date the fine was paid, the date the offense occurred in parenthesis, and the amount of the fine.

Robert E. Gayden, 23, Byron, registration expiration, Dec. 19, 2103 (May 25, 2013), dismissed.

Donald E. Miatke, 35, Oregon, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 18, 2013 (Sept. 11, 2013), $120.

Matthew N. Portner, 33, Mt. Morris, disregarding official traffic control device, Dec. 16, 2013 (Oct. 4, 2013), $120.

Patrick W. Schill, 67, Polo, driving on suspended license, Dec. 17, 2013 (Oct. 1, 2013), I Bond/recog. $426.

Melodee M. Hoffman, 49, Mt. Morris, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec.16, 2013 (Nov. 3, 2013), $120.

Kaitlyn M. Smith, 20, Oregon, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 17, 2013 (Nov. 9, 2013), $160.

Katelyn J. McSorley, 17, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 18, 2013 (Nov. 7, 2013), $160.

Steven F. Schoenberg, 58, Stillman Valley, using wireless phone in a school or construction zone, $120; unlicensed driver, dismissed, Dec. 18, 2013 (Nov. 13, 2013).

Ryan S. Giddings, 39, Stillman Valley, using wireless phone in a school or construction zone, Dec. 18, 2013 (Nov. 12, 2013), $120.

Savannah D. Dees, 22, Mt. Morris, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 17, 2013 (Nov. 11, 2013), $120.

Jeremy L. Champlain, 24, Davis Junction, no valid registration, Dec. 17, 2013 (Nov. 18, 2013), $120.

Erik A. Millan, 19, Mt. Morris, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 17, 2013 (Nov. 16, 2013), $160.

Crystal M. Schwartz, 29, Stillman Valley, driving 1-10 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 16, 2013 (Nov. 20, 2013), $175.

Hillary S. Lambert, 29,

Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 18, 2013 (Nov. 21, 2013), $160.

Jason D. Paul, 39, Polo, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, dismissed; driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, $140, Dec. 18, 2013 (Nov. 20, 2013).

Jessy T. Mason, 24, Polo, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 17, 2013 (Nov. 19, 2013), $120.

Jennifer Stevenson, 31, Oregon, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 17, 2013 (Nov. 20, 2013), $120.

Matthew N. Portner, 33, Mt. Morris, disregarding stop sign, Dec. 16, 2013 (Nov. 22, 2013), $120.

Bjorn M. Hansson, 37, Leaf River, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 18, 2013 (Nov. 24, 2013), $120.

Judy L. Lindsey, 57, Polo, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 17, 2013 (Nov. 24, 2013), $120.

Heather L. Harrolle, 35, Davis Junction, driving 1520 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 16, 2013 (Nov. 23, 2013), $120.

Shawn E. Schwartzrock, 46, Mt. Morris, driving 1520 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 16, 2013 (Nov. 26, 2013), $120.

Daniel Q. Fagan, 21, Oregon, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, Dec. 17, 2013 (Nov. 22, 2013), dismissed.

Sally J. Stevens, 70, Mt. Morris, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, Dec. 18, 2013 (Dec. 3, 2013), dismissed.

William G. Brown, 74, Byron, improper traffic lane usage, Dec. 19, 2013 (Dec. 5, 2013), $120.

Jeanna L. Babcock, 33, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Dec. 18, 2013 (Dec. 7, 2013), $175.

Mary E. Huseman, 56, Mt. Morris, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, Dec. 18, 2013 (Dec. 10, 2013), dismissed.

James T. McKenzie, 46, Oregon, disregarding stop sign, Dec. 20, 2013 (Dec. 10, 2013), $120.

Robert J. Moreland, 68, Byron, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, Dec. 19, 2013 (Dec. 15, 2013), dismissed.

State’s Attorney Ogle County States unlawful use of a counterfeit Attorney Michael Rock credit card, status Jan. 24. reported the following court Pamela Ledford, 47, activity.

Oregon, possession of a controlled substance/ possession of drug Dec. 18 Jennifer Greenfield, paraphernalia, status Jan. 22.

Patricia Castro, 46, Ashton, 49, Forreston, deceptive practice, (2 counts), pre-trial possession of a controlled substance, preliminary conference Feb. 10.

Walter Postigo-Carbo, hearing Jan. 8.

Matthew Steder, 22, Mt. 35, Rochelle, pleaded guilty to criminal trespass Morris, aggravated battery/ crime/(3 counts)/ to residence, Ogle County hate Associate Circuit Court battery (3 counts), pre-trial Judge Kathleen Kauffmann conference March 10.

Dec. 19 sentenced him to 24 months Kaylie Barber, 24, Stillman conditional discharge and ten days imprisonment. He must Valley, aggravated fleeing to submit to DNA testing and elude a peace officer, jury complete psychological or status call Jan. 13.

Tyler Smith, 25, Rockford, substance abuse assessment.

He must have no contact delivery of a controlled with the victim, and was substance within 1,000 feet ordered to pay a $100 fine, of a public park (2 counts), $300 supervision fee, $50 to pre-trial conference April 14.

Stacy Robinson, 50, Crimestoppers, and $50 to the Violent Crimes Victim Rochelle, pleaded guilty to Assistance (VCVA) Fund.

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Fire Dept. personnel complete training Members of the Monroe Township Fire Department recently completed advanced training.

Captain Michaelle Jaeger, firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Jason Rippentrop, and firefighter Dean Fidder completed a state certification of Vehicle Machinery Operations.

What that entails is 40 hours of classroom and hands on of extrication techniques

(cutting people out of cars, using the Jaws of Life). â&#x20AC;&#x153;This knowledge will assist the residents of Monroe Center and those who travel through our community,â&#x20AC;? said deputy chief Richard Wilson.

In addition, Jaeger and Fidder completed an additional state certification of Advanced Technical Firefighter.

This level of certification entails more in depth training of firefighting along with hands on training.

Extension offices will be closed until Jan. 2 University of Illinois Extension of Ogle County will be closed for the holidays Dec. 23 through Jan. 1.

The office will reopen on Thursday, Jan. 2, with regular office hours of Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m. University of Illinois Extension office is located at 421 W. Pines Rd., Oregon.

Habitat for Humanity Board Ogle County Habitat for Humanity has announced the 2013-2014 Board of Directors. Pictured in the front row from left to right are Lori Wagner, Shellie Knox, treasurer, Dirk Meminger, Lorna Snapp, Gail Tuttle, and Bob Van Stedum, president. In the back row from left to right are Josh Franks, Randy Wagner, Tom Hughes, Virgil Rocke, Doug Knodle, Katie Van Stedum, secretary, and Wayne Bearman. Brion Brooks, Brenda Hayden, Don Schier, and Dave Starke were absent. Photo supplied by Jennie Bunger

For more information call 815-732-2191 or go to web. extension.illinois.edu/bdo.

Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Dylan Pline,18, Davis Michael Harn reports the Junction, was arrested for following activity. battery. Pline was transported to the Ogle County Jail where Dec. 17 he posted 10% of a $3,000 Justin Cockrell, 25, bond and will appear in court Stillman Valley, was arrested on a later date. on an outstanding warrant At 3:14 p.m., deputies for failure to appear warrant stopped a blue Dodge on a contempt charge when Avenger in the 12,000 he turned himself in to the block N. Kennedy Hill Ogle County Jail. He posted Road for speeding. After the $251 full cash bond and an investigation, Rodney will have no further court N. Davis, 47, Rockford, appearances. was arrested for driving At approximately 1:30 while license suspended p.m., deputies responded and speeding. Davis was to a one-vehicle rollover transported to the Ogle crash in the 6700 block County Jail where he posted of S. Daysville Road, bond and was given a January Oregon. The driver, William court date.

Lawmorie, 66, Amboy, At approximately 4:30 and his passenger, Terry p.m., deputies responded Lawmorie, 63, Amboy, were to 12391 W. Haldane Road transported to the Rochelle in response to a domestic Hospital by Franklin Grove issue at that location.

EMS. Oregon Fire assisted After an investigation, at the scene. The Lawmories Sybrina N. Lampert, 24, were transported for minor Sterling, was arrested for injuries. The crash remains damage to property after under investigation. it was determined that she Dec. 18 broke out a window to the

residence with her hand.

Lampert refused medical treatment at the scene. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she posted bond and will appear in court on a later date.

Dec. 19 At about 6:26 a.m., deputies arrested Chris A. Stanbery, 48, Sycamore, on one count of aggravated domestic battery, a Class 2 felony, and one count of domestic battery, a Class A misdemeanor, stemming from an incident that took place in the 100 block of N. Transit Street, in Creston.

Stanbery was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held pending an appearance before a judge.

bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 8.

Jacob M. Belter, 21, Stillman Valley, was arrested on an warrant for a motion to increase bond. Belter posted 10% of a $3,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 23.

Dec. 21 At approximately 1:47 a.m., deputies responded to a vehicle in the ditch in the 6,000 block of N. Cedar Road. After an investigation, Amanda Wierzycki, 28, Leaf River, was arrested for driving while license suspended and driving while under the influence of alcohol. Wierzycki was also given citations for driving

Dec. 20 Teisha Hamm, 24, Byron Police Chief Rockford, was arrested on Todd Murray released the an outstanding warrant for following information Dec. operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Hamm was released 12. on a $1,000 recognizance Nov. 18 Chadd Stokes, 55, Stillman Valley, was issued citations for expired driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license Jan. 15.

Jason Huffstutler, 29, and no proof of insurance.

Oregon, possession of Nov. 21 cannabis sativa plants, Paige Richards, 50, Mt. preliminary hearing Jan. 8.

Morris, was issued a citation Roy Ennenga, 32, Oregon, aggravated domestic battery/ for speeding 50 mph in a 30 unlawful interference with mph zone. reporting domestic violence/ Nov. 25 criminal damage to property Dennis Herren, 21, (2 counts), preliminary Byron, was issued a citation hearing Jan. 8.

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with the victim. She must pay retail theft, Ogle County a $180 probation fee, $50 to Associate Circuit Court Crimestoppers and $50 to Judge John C. Redington VCVA. sentenced her to 12 months Dec. 20 conditional discharge and Sarah MacGregor, 33, 120 days imprisonment (jail sentence shall be remitted Rockford, possession of controlled substance/ upon successful completion a possession of a hypodermic of conditional discharge).

She must submit to DNA needle/endangering the life testing and have no contact of a child (3 counts), status

too fast for conditions and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Wierzycki was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond.

At approximately 10:08 a.m., deputies investigated a one-vehicle accident in the 7000 block of E. Ill. 72.

A truck driven by Bradley Bosecker, 27, Monroe Center, was eastbound, struck a guard rail on the south side of the road, then crossed over into the oncoming lane of traffic, and then impacted the ditch on the north side of the roadway. Bosecker was transported to Rockford Memorial Hospital for possible life threatening injuries by Stillman Valley

Ambulance. The accident remains under investigation.

Dec. 22 At approximately 7:07 p.m., deputies responded to 203 Main Street in Leaf River to check on a welfare check. After an investigation, Gregory Regole, 51, Leaf River, was arrested for domestic battery. Regole was transported to the Ogle County Jail and appeared in court on Dec. 23.

Ray Judd, 32, no address provided, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for speeding. Judd posted the 10% of a $2,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 15.

Byron Police for driving while license suspended.

Alice Knaub, 68, Leaf River, was issued citations for failure to yield to an emergency vehicle and improper lighting - one headlight.

mph zone.

Dec. 1 Elizabeth McDonald, 27, Byron, was arrested for criminal damage to property.

McDonald was released and must appear in court on Dec. 23.

Nov. 26 Nicholas Grant, 28, Dec. 3 Byron, was arrested on an Dylan Sheraden, 20, Ogle County warrant. Grant Byron, was issued a citation was transported to the Ogle for illegal squealing tires.

County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Dec. 4 Lisa Lindberg, 52, Nov. 27 Byron, was issued a citation Ginny Scott, 36, Mt. for failure to yield to an Carroll, was issued a citation Turn to B6 for speeding 43 mph in a 30

Property Transfers Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the county recorderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office.

The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and township of the property, and the price of the transfer.

109 N. Lakeside Dr., Dixon, Taylor Township, $142,000.

First National Bank, Amboy, warranty deed to Norman Peters, Mississippi Drive, Dixon, Taylor Township, $2,000.

Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage Assn., warranty deed to Jerry A. Nantz, Jr., and Kerri L. Vila Nantz, 1500 S. Kings Rd., Kings, Flagg Township, Dec. 13 Ogle County Sheriff, $110,300.

Matthew R. Ludens, and Matthew Ludens, sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dec. 17 deed to RBS Citizens, Philip D. Newendyke and 392 Red Fox Drive, Davis Jennifer E. Newendyke, Junction, Scott Township. warranty deed to Jeffrey P. Rogers, 603 W. Jackson St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Dec. 16 Garett Meiners, warranty Township, $75,000.

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Frank A. Maragi and Carolyn L. Maragi, warranty deed to John T. Geeves and Peggy L. Geeves, 5100 E. Hamlet Circle, Byron, Marion Township, $157,000.

David A. Barker and Nina M. Barker, warranty deed to Michelle L. Lane and Matthew W. Lane, 2021 N. Southfield Lane, Byron, Byron Township, $141,000.

Robert E. Bartell and Janet L. Bartell, warranty deed to Shawn M. Keyster, 6827 E. Wildwood Rd., Stillman Valley, Marion Township, $185,00.

Patrick T. Winkhart, quit claim deed to Patrick T. Winkhart and Leah M. Miller, 216 S. Washington, Byron, Byron Township.

Dec. 18 Donald E. Nelson and Marilyn K. Nelson, quit claim deed to Ryan S. Nelson and Robyn R. Nelson, property in Eagle Point Township, no address given.

Alisa L. Lovell, quit claim deed to John A. Lovell, 702 W. Fulton St., Polo, Buffalo Township.

Illinois Community Credit Union and Magdalena R. Nevajas, quit claim deed to Magdalena R. Nevajas, 1223 Sunnymeade, Rochelle, Flagg Township.

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U.S. Bank Trustee, warranty deed to Evan P. Ruggeberg and Priscilla A. Ruggeberg, 239 N. Walnut St., Stillman Valley, Marion Township, $44,804.

Par Industrial, LLC, warranty deed to Bre-Pac Owner, LLC, 501 Steward Rd., Rochelle, Dement Township, $22,000,000.

James K. Black and Pamela K. Black, warranty deed to Benjamin W. Meyer and Melinda K. Meyer, 5890 S, Centerview Rd., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $285,000.

Quality Metal Finishing Co., quit claim deed to City of Byron, property at Washington and Blackhawk Drive, Byron, Byron Township, $100,000.

City of Byron, warranty deed to BJ Way, LLC, property at Washington and Blackhawk Drive, $307,000.

Dec. 19 Ogle County Sheriff and National B&T, Sycamore, sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deed to GCH Industries, Inc., Settlers Corp., National B&T, Sycamore, trustee, and George C. Heal TR128563006, property in Oregon-Nashua Township, no address given, Consideration is for $465,000.

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KSB Community Wellness initiative is underway

By Pam Eggemeier Sauk Valley Media Operation Move to Win has a new group of winners.

The KSB Community Wellness corporate weightloss initiative recently finished its second 12-week session. More than 1,400 pounds were shed by 426 employees of 16 participating companies.

The initiative launched in January when the first session drew 514 people from 13 companies who collectively lost about 3,000 pounds.

The program is the brainchild of Christine Scheffler, KSB Community Wellness coordinator, and Carrie Grobe, KSB Community Wellness dietitian. After wrapping up the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first year, they are using surveys to help determine whether the demand warrants one or two sessions a year.

Chris Ekquist, 47, of Sterling, said she had tried every diet imaginable, but the results were what she called the â&#x20AC;&#x153;yo-yo effect.â&#x20AC;?

Her weight fluctuated wildly before hitting an all-time high. Because she works in the dietary department at KSB, she was familiar with Operation Move to Win, and she knew she had to take a different approach. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had to make a total change and be able to stick with it,â&#x20AC;? Ekquist said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just do a grapefruit diet for a week.â&#x20AC;?

Her resolve made Ekquist the second sessionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Dynamic Lifestyle Improvement award winner.

She lost just under 40 pounds during the 3 months.

Ekquist said the biggest initial change she made was

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Ekquist said exercise was the most difficult part of her regimen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have foot problems and my doctor said to ease into it,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But I also learned I had used my foot as an excuse. After a few days of some discomfort, it started helping my foot feel better.â&#x20AC;?

to cut out sugary beverages like pop and iced tea. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Carrie told me to switch to water, and I lost 5 pounds immediately,â&#x20AC;? she said.

She then worked to cut back on sweets and processed foods. Grobe turned her on to a phone app called My Fitness Pal, which made it easy for her to count calories.

She made most of her food and ate lots of fruits and vegetables. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was hard at first, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really easy after you get used to it,â&#x20AC;? Ekquist said.

When her friends ask her how she dropped the weight, she says itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to change not just your diet but your mindset. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have to think of food as energy instead of a means of satisfaction,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then when you want cookies, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easier to turn to fruit.â&#x20AC;?

Wally Garza, 44, of Dixon, dropped more weight than any other competitor in the latter session. A geotechnical crew supervisor for IDOT, Garza does a fair amount of physical labor, and says he knew he needed to drop a few pounds. A few became 45, and he now weighs in at 187 pounds.

He admits that guilt was a compelling motivator for him. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My wife is a Zumba instructor and is always exercising, so I decided to sign up for the program,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Her lifestyle and support has made it easier.â&#x20AC;?

Garza says he started eating right, which included cutting out all red meat during the contest. He also got rid of the sugary beverages and ate lots of salads and chicken.

He made the 2-mile commute to work on his

bicycle, and when the weather intervened, he started going to the YMCA twice a week. He rode the stationary bike and worked out on the elliptical machine for about an hour each visit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was the most I had exercised in a long time,â&#x20AC;?

Garza said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just went in with my wife while she taught her classes there.â&#x20AC;?

Garza said he had tried to lose weight before but had always failed. He said the competitive aspect of the program gave him added incentive to succeed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know the other people involved here [IDOT] and they motivated me to do it,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to go into weigh-ins without losing any weight.â&#x20AC;?

Program organizers also provided a great deal of support, Garza said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were good at motivating you,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They stayed involved and sent emails, tips, recipes, and it was really nice that they came to us.â&#x20AC;?

Initial weigh-ins for the next session will begin Jan. 6.

Participants must be signed up by Jan. 3. Projections for the third session are 700 employees from 25 companies.

The program involves an element of competition. Prize money goes to the individual winners, and the companies go head to head. The money comes from an entry fee of $20 a person.

The companies have a stake in the program, but they pay nothing. Program survey results show several employer benefits. Healthier employees are found to have higher energy levels, be more productive, and use fewer sick days. They also can

She now walks 1.5 miles a day with her husband, who she says has been her biggest supporter. Midway through the contest, she started using rubber band resistance training for toning.

Accountability is an important part of the KSB program, and a big reason why people are able to sustain their healthier lifestyles, Grobe said.

Participants in the January

pilot program reported back for follow-up in the fall. The team competition also created a sense of accountability.

Sustainability requires some fine-tuning along the way,â&#x20AC;? Grobe said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have to constantly evaluate diet and an exercise regimen,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have to change it up to find something you like to make sure you keep doing it.â&#x20AC;?

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save their businesses money through reduced insurance claims. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Research shows that if employees are healthier, they tend to be better employees,â&#x20AC;?

Scheffler said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This program is designed to assist companies in making workers happier and healthier.â&#x20AC;?

Businesses also like that the program comes to them.

Scheffler and Grobe go to the workplaces every month for weigh-ins, motivational and educational sessions, and one-on-one counseling. Body fat percentages are taken the first and last month of a session. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It might be 40 minutes, or for the entire day, but we always go to them,â&#x20AC;?

Grobe said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We find that when weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re able to go to the individual, especially at the workplace, they are just so receptive.â&#x20AC;?

The program has gained traction at Raynor Garage Doors in Dixon, a business that makes health and fitness an important part of its corporate culture. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a wellness program at Raynor, and this has become an extension of our efforts,â&#x20AC;? said Lindsay Drew, human resources coordinator. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many of our people in management are

into exercise and fitness â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they do the Reagan Run and triathlons â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and it kind of trickles down.â&#x20AC;?

Drew said Raynor offers prizes and even options for premium reimbursements for employees who meet certain wellness criteria. She said the KSB program is a good team-building opportunity. It also helps that the program is brought to the workplace. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not time-consuming for the company, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so nice to see the people who stick with it and look forward to the weigh-ins,â&#x20AC;? Drew said.

UPM Raflatac employees dropped the most weight â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 151.3 pounds â&#x20AC;&#x201C; during the second session. The winning company also receives a cash award, but donates it to a charity of its choice. Toys for Tots received $319.50 from the company.

The Illinois Department of Transportation was the winner in the first session.

IDOT workers dropped a little more than 307 pounds and collected $771 for their charity.

Grobe finds that the participants must clear many of the same hurdles along their path to better nutrition and fitness. One obstacle is poor food choices. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People are so busy, they

arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t taking the time to cook â&#x20AC;&#x201C; many have never cooked,â&#x20AC;?

Grobe said.

Grobe encourages program participants to plan for meals and eat at home more often instead of eating fast food.

Portion control also is important. Grobe carries a portion plate with her that is half full of vegetables. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People are used to eating large portions,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eat until youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re content and not stuffed. It also helps to drink water again.â&#x20AC;?

Exercise can be scary for some, so Grobe focuses on easing into a routine. She says the key is to make it a priority as a part of good time management. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll say, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s start with 10 minutes a day,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and they ask, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that going to do?â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? Grobe said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But it makes a huge difference to just establish a habit, then they can add to what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing.â&#x20AC;?

Ekquist says she still has a long way to go, but feels she is finally on her way. She is signed up for the January session. Her family serves as constant motivation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have two sons,â&#x20AC;? she said.â&#x20AC;&#x153;and I want to be an example for them of how important a healthy lifestyle is.â&#x20AC;?

Simple tips can help keep a family and home safe

By Richard Wilson Deputy Chief Monroe Township Fire Protection District For most of us, the holiday season represents a time for family festivities and good cheer.

What few of us consider is that the holiday season is a time when there is an increased risk of home fires.

According to Monroe Township Fire Protection District, many households engage in holiday activities that serve as some of the leading causes of U.S. home fires, including cooking.

Christmas trees, candle usage and holiday decorations also significantly contribute to the seasonal causes of home fires.

Add to that the hectic nature of the holidays, when people are trying to accomplish multiple tasks at one time, and the chance for home fires grows even more.

As everyone gets busier during the holidays, we often become rushed, distracted, or tired. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when home fires are more likely to occur.

Fortunately, with a little added awareness and some minor adjustments to holiday cooking and decorating, the season can remain festive and safe for everybody.

By taking some preventative steps and following simple rules of thumb, most home fires can be prevented.

With unattended cooking as the leading cause of U.S. home fires and home fire injuries, stay in the kitchen while youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re frying, grilling or broiling food.

Most cooking fires involve the stove top, so keep anything that can catch fire away from it, and turn off the stove when you leave the kitchen, even if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for a short period of time.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re simmering,

boiling, baking or roasting food, check it regularly and use a timer to remind you that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re cooking.

Monroe Township Fire Protection District also suggests creating a â&#x20AC;&#x153;kid-free zoneâ&#x20AC;? of at least three feet around the stove and areas where hot food and drinks are prepared or carried.

Candles are widely used in homes throughout the holidays, and December is the peak month for home candle fires.

The nonprofit National Fire Protection Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (NFPA) statistics show that two of every five home decoration fires are started by candles.

Monroe Township Fire Protection District encourages itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residents to consider using flameless candles, which look and smell like real candles.

However, if you do use traditional candles, keep them at least 12 inches away from anything that can burn, and remember to blow them out when you leave the room or go to bed.

Use candle holders that are study, wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tip over and are placed on uncluttered surfaces.

Avoid using candles in the bedroom where one-third of U.S. candle fires begin or other areas where people may fall asleep. Lastly, never leave a child alone in a room with a burning candle.

According to NFPA, U.S. fire departments respond to 230 home structure fires caused by Christmas trees each year. One of every three of them is caused by electrical problems, and one in five resulted from a heat source thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too close to the tree.

Monroe Township Fire Protection District offers the following advice for picking, placing and lighting the tree: If you have an artificial

tree, be sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s labeled, certified or identified by the manufacturer as fireretardant.

If you choose a fresh tree, make sure the green needles donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fall off when touched; before placing it in the stand, cut 1-2â&#x20AC;? from the base of the trunk. Add water to the tree stand, and be sure to water it daily.

Make sure the tree is not blocking an exit, and is at least three feet away from any heat source, like fireplaces, space heaters, radiators, candles and heat vents or lights.

Use lights that have the label of an independent testing laboratory, and make sure you know whether they are designed for indoor or outdoor use.

Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords, or loose bulb connections.

Connect no more than three strands of mini-string sets and a maximum of 50 bulbs for screw-in bulbs.

Never use lit candles to decorate the tree.

Always turn off Christmas tree lights before leaving the home or going to bed.

After Christmas, get rid of the tree. Dried-out trees are a fire hazard and should not be left in the home or garage, or placed outside the home.

Bring outdoor electrical lights inside after the holidays to prevent hazards and make them last longer.

By following these fire prevention tips and measures, you can greatly reduce the risk of fire in your home, and enjoy a safe holiday season.

The holidays can quickly turn from joyful to tragic when a fire occurs.

By taking simple precautions, people can avoid potential fire hazards,and make this time of year a healthy and happy one.

Go to www.nfpa.org/ holiday for more information and safety tips.

Byron Police Report From B5

Freeport, was issued a of State of an address change. citation for speeding 46 mph emergency vehicle.

Dec. 10 Lori Maslin, 50, Byron, in a 30 mph zone.

Braulio Castillo, 41, Rock was issued citations for Dec. 9 Falls, was issued a citation no proof of insurance and Branden Albee, 26, for driving while license disobeying a traffic sigal.

Tampico, was arrested on a suspended.

Lee County warrant. Albee Dec. 5 Any arrests listed are Stephen Jones, 64, Beloit, was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was merely accusations and Wisconsin, was issued a held in lieu of bond.

Albee the defendant is presumed citation for disobeying a was also issued a citation for innocent until proven guilty traffic signal.

Karolyn Olson, 72, failure to notify the Secretary in a court of law.

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Oregon Park District, Ogle County, Illinois (the “District”), will hold a public hearing on the 14th day of January, 2014, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. The hearing will be held at the Nash Recreation Center, 304 South Fifth Street, Oregon, Illinois. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive public comments on the proposal to sell bonds of the District in the amount of $2,000,000 for the payment of land condemned or purchased for parks, for the building, maintaining, improving and protecting of the same and the existing land and facilities of the District and for the payment of the expenses incident thereto.

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12-064478 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION PLAINTIFF, -vsCHRISTOPHER A. CRUSE; MELISSA A. CRUSE; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 2 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 11, 2013; Micahel R Harn, Sheriff, 103 Jefferson St., Oregon, IL 61061, will on January 24, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff Office, Administration Building, 103 Jefferson St., Oregon, IL, 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.

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.

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12-064478 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS

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KEVIN L LOWERY; ANGELA LOWERY; KEVIN L LOWERY AS TRUSTEE OF THE KEVIN L LOWERY TRUST DATED 6/7/12; UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE KEVIN L LOWERY TRUST DATED 6/7/12; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 65 158 PRAIRIE MOON DRIVE DAVIS JUNCTION, IL 61020

CHRISTOPHER A. CRUSE; MELISSA A. CRUSE; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 2 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 11, 2013; Micahel R Harn, Sheriff, 103 Jefferson St., Oregon, IL 61061, will on January 24, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff Office, Administration Building, 103 Jefferson St., Oregon, IL, 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.

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 25, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment

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.

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: PART OF THE NORTH EAST 1/4 OF THE NORTH WEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 19 AND PART OF THE NORTH WEST 1/4 OF THE NORTH EAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 19, IN TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 3RD P.M., IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS DESCRIBED IN ONE TRACT AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF ILLINOIS STATE BOND ISSUE ROUTE NO. 72 AT A POINT 719.25 FEET EAST OF THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 3/5 OF THE NORTH WEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 19, THENCE SOUTH, PARALLEL WITH SAID WEST LINE, 160 FEET, THENCE EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID ILLINOIS STATE BOND ISSUE ROUTE, 205 FEET, THENCE NORTH, PARALLEL WITH SAID WEST LINE, 160 FEET, AND THENCE WEST ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID ILLINOIS STATE BOND ISSUE ROUTE 205 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

LOT SIX HUNDRED TWENTY-SIX (626) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE FINAL PLAT OF HARVEST GLENN PLAT NO. 10, PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN PLAT FILE D ON PAGE 83 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 11-22-331-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 158 PRAIRIE MOON DRIVE DAVIS JUNCTION, IL 61020 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $162,188.85.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

Commonly known as 15781 East Illinois Route 72, Davis Junction, IL 61020 Permanent Index No.: 12-19-401-006 Improvements: Residential Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $125,290.02. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717

For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1300119 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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The judgment amount was $125,290.02. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (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. Dec. 19, 26, 2013, Jan. 2, 2014

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F11020188 CHOH IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY- OREGON, ILLINOIS JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

James E. Frank; Linda L. Frank; Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants Defendants.

11 CH 42 Property Address: 7741 East McGregor Road, Rockford, Illinois, 61102 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on April 5, 2013, I, Sheriff, Michael R. Harn of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on January 24, 2014, commencing at 10AM , at the Administrative Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 7741 East McGregor Road, Rockford, Illinois, 61102 P.I.N.: 05-11-200-019 First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $209190.04 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Ogle County.

The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, IL (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale.

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

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 26122, DuPage 42005, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 R410 Dec. 12, 19, 26, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Commerce Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. Gretchen Warmolts Peters; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 13 CH 00097 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/11/2013, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 1/24/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 16-03-476-001 Improved with Single Family Home

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Commerce Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. Gretchen Warmolts Peters; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 13 CH 00097 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/11/2013, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 1/24/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER AND THE NORTH 50 FEET OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 3; ALL IN TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE TEN EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 16-03-476-001 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 318 Daysville Road Oregon, IL 61061 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any 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.

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

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

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

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all 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 information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-08048.

Dec. 12, 19, 26, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., PLAINTIFF vs.

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 318 Daysville Road Oregon, IL 61061 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any 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.

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

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

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

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all 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 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 1413-08048.

Dec. 12, 19, 26, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., PLAINTIFF vs.

JASEN CHAMBERLAIN; ERIN CHAMBERLAIN; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 163 Address: 605 Willow Bend Drive Davis Junction, Illinois 61021 Judge Mallon NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 16, 2012, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2014 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

JASEN CHAMBERLAIN; ERIN CHAMBERLAIN; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 163 Address: 605 Willow Bend Drive Davis Junction, Illinois 61021 Judge Mallon NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 16, 2012, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2014 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 179 AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NUMBER 6 OF HARVEST GLEN SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 1, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK D OF PLATS ON PAGE 42 AS DOCUMENT NO. 0109248, IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 605 Willow Bend Drive, Davis Junction, Illinois 61020 P.I.N.: 11-22-454-013 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $184,518.12 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 12 2510.

Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 12 2510

Dec. 26, 2013, Jan. 2, 9, 2014

COMMON ADDRESS: 605 Willow Bend Drive, Davis Junction, Illinois 61020 P.I.N.: 11-22-454-013 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $184,518.12 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 12 2510.

Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 12 2510

Dec. 26, 2013, Jan. 2, 9, 2014

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS STERLING FEDERAL BANK, FSB PLAINTIFF VS RAYMOND A. KOSICK A/K/A RAYMOND KOSICK; AMBER R. WRIGHT A/K/A AMBER WRIGHT A/K/A AMBER R. KOSICK; UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 62 112 NORTH MCKENDRIE AVENUE MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 11, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT FIVE (5) IN BLOCK ONE (1) IN STROH'S ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, EXCEPT THE NORTHERLY 6.5 FEET THEREOF, ALL SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-27-283-028 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 112 NORTH MCKENDRIE AVENUE MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 Description of Improvements: TAN, VINYL SIDING, TWO STORY, TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $102,335.67.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1304912 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

Dec. 26, Jan. 2, 9, 2013

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Call 815-284-7653 or 815-626-7653 OGLE COUNTY NEWSPAPERS Oregon Republican Reporter Mt.Morris Times Forreston Journal Poloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tri-County Press The Exchange IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS MARCELINO MILLAN; MA VICTORIA ANDRADE; DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 78 307 EAST CENTER STREET MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 11, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 26 IN TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT 12 RODS EAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF OGLE STREET WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF CENTER STREET IN THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, THENCE EAST ON SAID SOUTH LINE OF CENTER STREET IN THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, 4 RODS, THENCE SOUTH 8 RODS, THENCE WEST 4 RODS AND THENCE NORTH 8 RODS TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; ALL SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-26-311-004 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 307 EAST CENTER STREET MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A ONE CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $95,641.87.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1306231 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

Dec. 26, 2013, Jan. 2, 9, 2014

Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday,December 26, 2013, Page B10

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Oregon passed and approved Ordinance No. 2013-112 Tax Levy at their regular scheduled Council meeting December 17, 2013. Copies are available in pamphlet form at City Hall 115 N 3rd Street.

Dec. 26, 2013

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

Your involvement can impact a child’s future.

Contact Vanessa White, Director of Advocate Services (815) 288-1901 www.casaleecar roll.com

FOR SALE

BY OWNER

PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on December 12, 2013, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all of the person owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Moms Treasurez, 201 N. 3rd Street, Suite 203, Oregon, IL 61061.

Dated: December 12, 2013 Rebecca Huntley Ogle County Clerk Dec. 19, 26, 2013 Jan. 2, 2014 PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on December 19, 20 13, a certificate was filed in the Ogle .County Clerk's Office setting forth the nan1es and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Valley Auto Care Inc. 5999 Cox Rd. Stillman Valley, IL 61084 Dated: December 19, 2013 Rebecca Huntley Ogle County Clerk Dec. 26, 2013 Jan. 2, 9, 2014

FAX YOUR AD TO OGLE COUNTY NEWSPAPERS! Publisher of the Oregon Republican Reporter Mt. Morris Times Forreston Journal Tri-County Press

815-626-5365

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DIXON

ROCK FALLS

DIXON

MILLEDGEVILLE

Nice 1BR Ranch style apt. w/bsmt.

Appliances, water, garbage furnished.

722 Assembly Pl. $395/mo + lease & dep. 815-440-3663

Lg. 1BR. + appl.

No pets. $425 + dep. 815-625-4701

★ NEW TODAY ★

★ NEW TODAY ★

3BR, 1ba. NE side. $695/mo. 815-9736768.

HOUSE FOR SALE OR RENT 3BR full basement, detached garage, applcs furnished, incl w/d, $550/mo. + dep. ($65,000) no smoking, no pets, 815-718-5062 or 815-973-7076

FRANKLIN GROVE Franklin Grove Currently has 2 bedrooms openings! Rent is based on 30% of adjusted gross income and includes water, sewer and garbage collection.

There are laundry facilities at the property. To receive an application, or for more information, please call 1-800-6865538. This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

★ NEW TODAY ★ 4 Unit Brick townhouse complex w/ attached garages.

Nice area near hospital in Sterling. $237,000 815-6524517

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206 Acres M/L, 202.4 Tillable acres, 108.4 PI, Wyoming Township, Lee County call Kyle: 641-919-5953 240 Acres M/L 216.4 tillable acres, 109.4 PI, Pine Creek Township, Ogle County call Kyle: 641-919-5953

ASHTON ★★ 1&2 BR., Ashton/ F.G. 815-7512712/562-5075.★

DIXON 1 and 2 bed upper apartments available immediately. $425-$450 Call 815-622-2725 SNLRentals.com 1BR duplex Northside.

Attached garage, $475/mo. + dep. & lease req.

815-631-7610 or 815-284-8388.

2BR Duplex, NE side. Stove, refrig., A/C. Full bsmt.

Carport. $495/mo. + dep. No pets.

815-652-7470.

Condo Style, 2BR apt. w/private entrance and deck.

Appliances included plus W/D. Water, sewer, garbage provided.

Tenant pays elec. Off road parking. No pets.

Lease & dep. req. $650/mo. Call 815378-2151

REAL ESTATE 200

REAL ESTATE 200

13-067612 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF, -vsGERALD D. VESEY; MARI J. VESEY; GERMAN-AMERICAN STATE BANK; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 102 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on September 13, 2013; Micahel R Harn, Sheriff, 103 Jefferson St., Oregon, IL 61061, will on January 24, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff Office, Administration Building, 103 Jefferson St., Oregon, IL, 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.

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 505 South 1st Avenue, Forreston, IL 61030 Permanent Index No.: 02-33-255-011 Improvements: Residential Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $80,035.73.

Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (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. Dec. 19, 26, 2013 & Jan. 2, 2014

PROPHETSTOWN 2 Bed Apt. for Rent: Unit #3 at 109 E. Second Street, Prophetstown. $525/month Includes 1 garage space, storage in the lower level, and coin laundry located in the lower level as well. Call Ken Kophamer (815) 631-6115 Prophet Manor Apartments 1 bedrooms and efficiencies available. Age 55+ or 18+ with the need for accessible unit. Income maximum $20,200 for 1 person, $23,050 for two people.

Come see our home and make it your home. We currently are offering a moving incentive. Let us help with your moving expense, up to $1,000 with paid moving receipts, now through January 31, 2014.

415 W 2nd St, Prophetstown.

815-537-5705.

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ROCK FALLS

THICKSTEN APTS. 1 & 2 BR houses 815-499-4217

STERLING 1 BR, gas, heat & water furnished, $450/mo. + dep., No Pets. 815-6310896.

1 or 2BR apts. $420. Call 815562-7368 Rochelle Realty.

★ NEW TODAY ★ 2BR Townhouse, 1831 N. 2nd Ave. 1½ BA, C/A, lots of storage. 1100 sq. ft. w/garage. $600 mo. + dep., util. refs. 815-652-4517 2BR, stove & refrig. furnished, $450 lease and dep. req.

H & H rental Properties LLC. 815625-7995

★ NEW TODAY ★ 4BR Duplex, $675/ mo. Call 815-9736768.

Apts. No pets. Call 815-716-0367.

Park Setting, newer 2BR, L/R, garage, NS, 1 floor, near CGH, energy efficient, 1832 2nd Ave., $585/mo.

815-499-0199.

Remodeled 1BR, $350mo. + dep.

815-590-9511 Sinnissippi Townhomes First Mo. Free!

Spacious 2 BR. 2 story townhomes.

Central air, good location. Laundry hookup. (815)6261130.

WOOSUNG 604 Griswold Ave. 2 BR, 1BA, Ground level Unit, Newly Remodeled. $525/ mo. Requires sec. deposit. Call Matt @ 310-750-5663

DIXON 2BR, garage. $550 815-285-4035 or 815-440-0693

1 & 2BR, Hampton Apts.

815-625-7043 Completely remodeled 2 BR, located 1 ½ mi. outside RF, on 3 acre lot w/ use of a 35 acre lake. $900mo. All utilities inc.

No pets. Call 815-626-2145

2BR, stove & refrig. ,w/d. Tenants pay utilites. No smoking or pets, $500mo. + deposit.

815-288-3207

REAL ESTATE 200

REAL ESTATE 200

3-4BR, 2 Story Near downtown, SW side.

Non smoking, no pets. $825/mo.

Lease.

Call 815-440-0927.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS MARCELINO MILLAN; MA VICTORIA ANDRADE; DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 78 307 EAST CENTER STREET MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 11, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-26-311-004 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 307 EAST CENTER STREET MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A ONE CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $95,641.87.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1306231 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

Dec. 26, 2013, Jan. 2, 9, 2014

For Rent Condominium On the River Boat Dock Incl.

2 BR 2BA Upper 1400 sq. ft.

1 Car garage Snow removal Lawn care $925/mo. + util.

Lease-opt to buy 815-378-2151

MORRISON

Nice 2BR. No Pets. $485 + dep.

815-535-6731.

FRANKLIN GROVE

MT. MORRIS

1 Story, 2BR, C/A attached garage, newer updates, laundry hookups, NO PETS! $575mo.

815-677-2383

MILLEDGEVILLE 3BR, C/A, applcs., 400 Holcomb. $650 + dep. Call 815-718-5488

LEGAL NOTICES

3 BR, 2 BA country home on 16 acres, hunting rights included. $900 per month. Call Kophamer & Blean Realty (815) 7722728.

HOMES FOR RENT Mt. Morris

2 BR $495 Mo.+ SD

$990 Move-In 3 BR $550 + SD $1100 Move-In References Security Deposit & 1 yr. Lease Required Must apply on line at: Hauckhomes.com Or call Alyce@815-734-3478 For details

LEGAL NOTICES

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Polo Public Library District ANNUAL REPORT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2012 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2013 Receipts: July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 Real Estate Taxes $100,396.53, Donations $73,588.13, Replacement Tax $774.75, State Grants $5,775.51, Fines and Fees $3,841.25, Non-Resident Fees $1,080.00, Bank Interest $654.49.

Disbursements: June 30, 2013

July 1, 2012 through

Salaries, Salary Range: Under $25,000: T. Fry, L. Gall, J. Gunder, E. Olsen, S. Scholl, G. Sheely, B. Shepardson, L.Smith, A. Watson, R.Wells. $25,000 to $49,999 E. Finfrock.

Expenses: Salaries/ Payroll Liabilities/ Health Insurance $98,920.19, Insurance $4,948.00, Building, Property, Equipment Maintenance $11,863.09, Postage $189.19, Legal/Accounting $499.90, Utilities $5,590.86, Publishing $716.78, Travel, Dues, Education $733.52, Library/Office Supplies $1,969.09, Acquisitions $10,371.59, Technology/Communications $14,323.47, Grant Outlays $2,884.73, Programs $2,040.32, Capital Purchases $12,155.00.

Disbursements to vendors ($2,500 minimum): 42 Tech Solutions $4,856, Amazon.com $2,714, Bill's Excavating Service $12,155, BlueCrossBlueShield of Illinois $5,126, CNA Insurance $5,154, Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund $7,561, PrairieCat $5,410, SBM Equipment Center $5,055.

Prepared by: Ellen Finfrock, Library Director Certified by: Nancy Grossnickle, Treasurer Subscribed and sworn to before me, this 19th day of December, A.D. 2013: Cheryl Shetler, Notary Public Dec. 26, 2013 13-067612 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF, -vsGERALD D. VESEY; MARI J. VESEY; GERMAN-AMERICAN STATE BANK; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 102 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on September 13, 2013; Micahel R Harn, Sheriff, 103 Jefferson St., Oregon, IL 61061, will on January 24, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff Office, Administration Building, 103 Jefferson St., Oregon, IL, 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.

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 TEN (10) AND THE SOUTH HALF (S1/2) OF LOT ELEVEN (11) IN BLOCK FIVE (5) OF HEWITT'S SECOND ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF FORRESTON, SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 505 South 1st Avenue, Forreston, IL 61030 Permanent Index No.: 02-33-255-011 Improvements: Residential Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $80,035.73.

Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (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. Dec. 19, 26, 2013 & Jan. 2, 2014

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS KEVIN L LOWERY; ANGELA LOWERY; KEVIN L LOWERY AS TRUSTEE OF THE KEVIN L LOWERY TRUST DATED 6/7/12; UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE KEVIN L LOWERY TRUST DATED 6/7/12; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 65 158 PRAIRIE MOON DRIVE DAVIS JUNCTION, IL 61020 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 25, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment TAX NO. 11-22-331-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 158 PRAIRIE MOON DRIVE DAVIS JUNCTION, IL 61020 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $162,188.85.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1300119 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

Dec. 26, 2013, Jan. 2, 9, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS STERLING FEDERAL BANK, FSB PLAINTIFF VS RAYMOND A. KOSICK A/K/A RAYMOND KOSICK; AMBER R. WRIGHT A/K/A AMBER WRIGHT A/K/A AMBER R. KOSICK; UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 62 112 NORTH MCKENDRIE AVENUE MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 11, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on February 7, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-27-283-028 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 112 NORTH MCKENDRIE AVENUE MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 Description of Improvements: TAN, VINYL SIDING, TWO STORY, TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $102,335.67.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1304912 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

Dec. 26, Jan. 2, 9, 2013 F11020188 CHOH IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY- OREGON, ILLINOIS JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

James E. Frank; Linda L. Frank; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants.

11 CH 42 Property Address: 7741 East McGregor Road, Rockford, Illinois, 61102 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on April 5, 2013, I, Sheriff, Michael R. Harn of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on January 24, 2014, commencing at 10AM , at the Administrative Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE FOURTH (4TH) PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 11, ONE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED FORTY-SEVEN (1,347.00) FEET (MEASURED ALONG SAID NORTH LINE) WESTERLY OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) AND RUNNING THENCE WESTERLY ALONG SAID NORTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY AND TWO TENTHS (280.2) FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF EIGHT HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE (825) FEET; THENCE EASTERLY, PARALLEL WITH THE AFORESAID NORTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY AND TWO TENTHS (280.2) FEET; THENCE NORTHERLY, A DISTANCE OF EIGHT HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE (825) FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 7741 East McGregor Road, Rockford, Illinois, 61102 P.I.N.: 05-11-200-019 First Lien Position; $209190.04

Single-Family

Residence;

Judgment

Amount

IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Ogle County.

The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, IL (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale.

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

FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 26122, DuPage 42005, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 R410 Dec. 12, 19, 26, 2013

Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday,December 26, 2013, Page B11 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Lawrence W. Sugden; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 12 CH 00133 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/11/2013, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 1/24/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

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Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any 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.

STERLING

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

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

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.

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

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