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The Marcos used their speed to defeat Amboy 90-66 on the court Friday night. B2

Volunteers are needed to assist with a Christmas tradition. A6

“Behold The Star!” will be performed at Trinity Lutheran in Mt. Morris Sunday afternoon. A6

Brooks was honored for his 53 years Named an Ogle County Board member for life

By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com Longtime sheriff and county board member Jerry Brooks was honored recently for his halfcentury of service to Ogle County.

The county board approved a resolution Nov. 15 naming Brooks, 84, Oregon, an honorary Ogle County Board member for life.

According to the resolution, Brooks has served the county for 53 years, beginning as a deputy sheriff in 1963.

He went on to serve 20 years as sheriff from 1970 to 1990, the longest of any sheriff, and then served on the county board for another 21 years.

Brooks said he did not expect the award that came at his final board meeting. He did not seek re-election this year.

“I was surprised,” he said Friday. “I felt very honored that the board would do that for me.”

Brooks also served on the National Sheriff Board of Directors for 17 years while he was sheriff.

According to the resolution, Brook’s name has appeared on 44 different ballots without a single loss. Over the years, he ran for sheriff, the National Sheriff Board of Directors, county board, and Republican precinct committeeman.

He said he enjoyed his years on public service.

“I want to thank the residents of Ogle County for allowing me to serve them all those years,” Brooks said. “This is a good county, and it has good people.”

Born and raised in the county, Brooks said he really didn’t set out to be a police officer.

His career started with Ogle Service Company where he sold farm supplies. He then took a job in Dixon Turn to A4

City council give owners more time

By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com The city council decided Nov. 21 to give two property owners more time to bring their dilapidated houses and buildings into compliance with ordinances.

City Attorney Tom Suits said he has sent notices to the attorneys representing both property owners, Richard Hess and Timothy Kyker, that legal action will begin in the near future.

Kyker, who attended the meeting, asked for more time because of ongoing court proceedings over his father’s estate, including the house at 604 N. Adams Ave. He said he has obtained estimates to tear the house down and to fix it up.

The hold-up, he said, is that his father’s possessions are inside, and a judge has told him to “protect” them.

Suits suggested renting a storage facility and storing the items there.

For the Hess property at 506 W. Fulton St., Suits recommended waiting while ongoing legal action proceeds.

He said the property is in foreclosure and once the lender takes it over, they will be Turn to A4

In This Week’s Edition...

Under the sting of the bank examiner over a discrepancy in the books, George Bailey (Doug Smith) becomes impatient with his family. Photo by Zach Arbogast.

PACT performs Christmas classic

By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecountynews.com The Polo Area Community Theatre will be performing a 1946 classic for the holiday season.

PACT, a not-for-profit theatre group operated by volunteers, will put on “It’s a Wonderful Life” for their 32nd production.

The show opens at the Buffalo Town Hall, 117 N. Franklin Ave., on Friday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. Additional showings are on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 4 at 2 p.m.

The movie originally released on Christmas Day in 1946, telling the story of George Bailey wishing he’d never been born, and Clarence, the angel who shows him what the world would be like if he never was.

This stage version is directed by artistic director and a founder of PACT, Kristin DuBois.

Playing the iconic duo of George and Clarence will be Polo’s Doug Smith and Dennis Scott, respectively - two parts in a

Mr. Potter (Tim Bulfer) tries to offer George Bailey (Doug Smith) a chance to work for him. Photo by Zach Arbogast.

30-person cast.

Tickets cost $7 in advance or $9 at the door for adults, $5 for children 12 and under, and $7 for seniors. When purchased in advance, groups of 10 or more adults cost $6 each.

Tickets can be purchased at the Polo Public Library, First State Bank ShannonPolo, and the Polo Sub Stop through Dec. 1.

Tickets can also be purchased at the door 45 minutes prior to showtime.

Visiting Santa Kason Allen, 8, shares his Christmas wishes Nov. 26 with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Polo Senior Center’s Breakfast with Santa and holiday shopping event. Photo by Zach Arbogast.

Church News, A5 Classifieds, B6-B10 Entertainment, A6 Fines, B4

Guest Columns, A7, B3 Library News, A8 Marriage Licenses, A4 Public Voice, A7

Property Transfers, B4 Sheriff’s Arrests, B3 Social News, A4 Sports, A10, B1, B2

Deaths, B4 & B5

Richard W. Bentley, Helen E. Borneman, Michael C. Greve Sr., Grant G. Groenewold, Kenneth I. Heeren, Virginia L. Schnorr, Arlen C. Wright

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Historical society is ready to host a Christmas party

By Betty Obendorf Curator Polo Historical Society The Polo Historical Society is getting ready for another Christmas Party at the Barnacopia.

The slush punch is frozen, the program is in place, and we are certain the place has been decorated beautifully — such a festive spot for any kind of party.

The membership letters have said it starts at 6 p.m. and the newspaper article states 6:30 p.m.

Come at anytime in that Above, Aplington’s September Good Citizens are Tyler Mathis, Blake Diehl, and range of time and we will eat Rebekah Zeigler. Below are Aplington’s October Good Citizens: Waylon Harris, at 6:30 p.m.

Abby Yingling, and Teagan Prescott. Photos by Brian Jones Bring your favorite dish to share and your own table service. Be prepared for an evening of fellowship.

We have been on the basketball circuit and we have enjoyed visiting different colleges in three different states.

First we spent two days at Cornell College and we stayed at Cedar Rapids.

We enjoyed the trip across the state of Iowa having never traveled there that much.

Cornell is in an old college community of Mt. Vernon.

The college was founded in 1853 and is ranked as one of the best small colleges in the United States.

The neighborhood just seemed old and friendly as Polo Police Chief Kurt was cited at 3:12 p.m. for Polo, was cited at 3:45 p.m. we drove in the second day.

Cavanaugh released the passing a stopped school for no valid driver’s license Then three days later we following information on bus. Coats was released following a two-vehicle headed for Wheaton College Nov. 21. on an I-bond. accident.

Nov. 15 Nov. 19 Heyer was released on an Misako Coats, 84, Dixon, Ronald W. Heyer, 57, I-bond.

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in Illinois, and my how that has changed.

A number of years ago I drove into Wheaton College to the library where I worked with Glennette Tilley Turner on Underground Railroad information for our area.

Glennette was writing a book on the Underground Railroad in Illinois and someone told her to contact me.

I found the driving very easy and no heavy city traffic.

My, that was not the case this time and I was glad I was not behind the wheel of the car.

Although it was at night and that makes traffic all the more difficult.

Our next travel time was to UW Platteville in Wisconsin.

The trip up through the northern part of Illinois and into Wisconsin was a beautiful drive.

This was a spot we had never been and we enjoyed seeing the countryside.

Wisconsin is a beautiful rolling area and the sunny day helped as we traveled along.

We were interested in the big M carved out of the side of a large hill.

We asked the waitress that night at the Country Kitchen what that stood for and she had the answer. It stood for the mining that went on in that area.

They have quite a mining museum if you are ever in

The Polo Historical Society’s annual Christmas celebration will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 7 at Barnacopia, 2570 N. West Branch Rd. The potluck meal will begin at 6:30 p.m. with the doors opening at 5:30 p.m. to allow time to explore the museum.

The public is invited. Bring a dish to share and table service. that area with time on your hands.

They mined lead and I knew Mineral Point also was known for the mining of lead.

We had a Galena Trail meeting in Mineral Point several years ago and behind the restaurant was an entrance to a mine.

Of course it was not in use anymore but it was part of the history of the area.

They had information about the mining and you could look out the window and see the entrance.

It was all part of their décor. We had no desire to open the door to the hillside even to peer in.

We find traveling to different parts of the country very interesting especially when we are not the ones doing the driving.

Just riding along enjoying the scenery is very pleasant but traffic can be very stressful for any driver. One does indeed need to be very cautious.

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The Tri-County Press was founded in 1857 as the Polo Transcript.

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, Dixon.

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Forreston kicks off the holidays this weekend Christmas in the Country has a scavenger hunt on Friday Forreston is decked out and ready to welcome residents and visitors to Christmas in the Country this weekend.

The annual holiday event will be held on Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3.

The festivities kick off Dec. 2 at 9 a.m. with rolls and coffee at the United Methodist Church.

The annual bazaar and Christmas Corner will also be held at the church.

Church is again the place to be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. when the United Methodist Women serve their lasagna, soup, sandwich and dessert luncheon.

While you are in town, stop at the local businesses to sign up for drawings and to enjoy some holiday

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goodies.

Many of the businesses have extended hours on Friday and will be open until 8 p.m.

The high school and middle school choruses will carol in local businesses and around downtown from 4 to 5 p.m.

The Faith Lutheran Cookie Sale will start at 4 p.m. downtown in the building next to Sweetwood Interiors.

The sale will last until the cookies are gone; get there early for the best, most delicious selection.

No holiday celebration would be complete without a visit from Santa.

He will make his appearance at the Forreston Public Library for Cookies and Cocoa with Santa from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

The Forreston PTO will host a Christmas Extravaganza from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Forreston Grade School.A variety of hand-

Spreading Holiday Cheer in Polo

crafted item for anyone will be offered.

The Christmas Extravaganza is also open on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Something new this year is the first annual Christmas Scavenger Hunt.

Teams of 4 or 5 will compete for Cardinal Cash by completing a holiday scavenger hunt.

The hunt is Dec. 2 and will start at 6 p.m. from the Forreston Fire Department Community Room. This is a walking event so teams need to dress appropriately.

To register a team, call Jane Koeller at 815-2661095.

The Forreston Hometown Days committee is hoping to “put a little jingle in your pocket” with their holiday raffle.

Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 and can be purchased at local businesses.

The winning tickets will be drawn on Dec. 3.

Several events were held in Polo to kick off the Christmas season Nov. 26. Above, Harley and Picky Horton congratulate Lexi Christen on winning the girl’s bicycle. The Hortons donate brand new bikes for girls and boys every year for the Breakfast with Santa celebration. At left, First State Bank may not have stolen Christmas outright, but they may have stolen the show at the Festival Of Trees with their Grinchy Christmas Tree. Below, Kathy Cox, Sue Cox, and Cher Weegens spread cheer at the main table where tickets were sold for the bike raffle. Photos by Zach Arbogast.

Business to celebrate 45 years The Polo Rehabilitation and Health Care with celebrate its 45th anniversary on Thursday, Dec. 1 from 9:30 to 10:30

a.m.

The community is invited to attend to celebrate 45 years of memories and sing happy birthday with the

staff and residents.

Snacks and coffee and a very special birthday cake will be served.

Petition filing begins Dec. 12 Polo City Clerk Susie Corbitt reminds the citizens

of Polo that Monday, Dec. 12 through Monday, Dec.

The house was damaged by a fire.

Suits said the foreclosure proceedings could take some time, but waiting for similar action has saved the city money on other rundown properties.

19 are the candidate filing periods for the April 4, 2017 Consolidated Election.

Petitions are to be filed in Polo City Hall, 115 S. Franklin Ave. City Hall office hours are 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Offices to be elected are mayor, city clerk, treasurer and one alderman each for Wards I, II and III. All are four year terms.

and Linda Poole on their 50th wedding anniversary at Barnacopia.

David and Linda were surrounded by many family members and friends for this very happy occasion.

This past Saturday morning, our church held its annual Hanging of the Greens.

Brian Toms, Robert Toms, Larry and Judy Riffle, Jean Cunningham and I gathered at the church to decorate for the Christmas season.

Last Monday, several members from our P.E.O. Chapter DW went to the Polo Area Senior Services Center to decorate our tree for the Festival of Trees.

It is displayed in the window with a garland of paper dolls and brightly glittered stars.

Joining in the fun were Maggie Henning, Kathy Scholl, Chris Shenefelt, Karen Scholl, Suzanne Sorenson, and me.

Clint was there for the moving the tree and placing the paper doll girl on the top of the tree.

This past Tuesday evening was the regular meeting of the Polo Council of Churches at Faith Discovery Church.

We have several events coming up for the holidays.

This Saturday morning will be the Cookie Sale to Benefit the Honduras Project.

We will have assorted cookies for sale, $5 per dozen, at the First State Bank in Polo from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3.

All of the money collected

Homes are discussed From A1 responsible for the cost of bringing it into compliance.

“How long will that take?” asked Alderman Jim Busser. “It’s been two years already.”

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By Karen Merlak As we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends, we are reminded of all the wonderful blessings that God has given us.

We thank you, God, for our homes, food on our tables, and our loving families that surround us. For all things, we thank Him. This morning in church, we were greeted by Ron and Sharon Baker.

Our special guest for the morning was Rev. Stan Rodabaugh. We are so glad to be sharing this Advent season with our good friend.

This afternoon, Clint and I went to congratulate David

Weather Cooler, a little wetter, and a little windier than normal. Best chances for storms are 28-1 (severe), 3-4, and 5-6. Snow possible on every storm date. Foggy days possible to Dec. 7. May have a couple of warmer than normal days such as Dec. 2-3.

Donate for Christmas dinners The Polo Council of Churches is sponsoring the Christmas Basket Project that helps provide food to families in Polo.

The baskets will be picked up and distributed on

Saturday, Dec. 10 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Faith Discovery Church.

Food will be collected and packed with the help of the local churches. Contact a local church for more

information about getting involved in this program.

Monetary donations to the Polo Council of Churches Christmas Basket Fund will be accepted at the First State Bank Shannon-Polo.

will go directly to the Honduras Project to help build cement homes for the residents.

Sandra Ford has just returned from a Thanksgiving weekend in Wheaton with her daughter Kim Austin, husband, Ron, and their children, Luke, Claire, and Leah.

The family celebrated Claire’s 17th birthday which was on Nov. 22.

On Thanksgiving Day, the Austin family was joined by Ron’s mom, Lucille Austin from Woodstock and his brother, Jeff Austin, his wife, Linda and their family from Harvard for dinner.

Everyone enjoyed relaxing with the family for the holiday.

Don and Vicki Hay

have returned from their Thanksgiving holiday in Delaware. The Hays drove out through Pennsylvania enjoying the beautiful scenery on the way.

Arriving the day before Thanksgiving, their son, Mack Hay, his wife, Shea, and their children, Reef, Ellis, and Remi were busy getting ready for the holiday.

Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins hosted Thanksgiving dinner for their family.

Attending the holiday celebration were Phil and Deb Ohlwine, their daughters, Katie Pfundstein, her husband, Cliff, their daughter, Amelia, and Anna Ohlwine and her fiance, Chris Flikkema, Mike Hopkins, his daughter, Theresa, Ellen Hopkins, her

fiance Justin Rahn and his parents, Elmer and Annette, and Orlan and Bev Ohlwine.

Joining the family in the afternoon were John and Susan Hopkins and their children, Lane and Mallory and her friend, Matt Scholl.

Our holiday was quiet, highlighted by phone conversations with Stephanie and Matt before they headed off to their holiday feasts.

We might be miles and miles apart, so we cherish the moments we have together.

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I hope you are surrounded with beautiful blessings this holiday season.

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Brooks worked to help Ogle County From A1 managing the same business in Lee County.

“I had a good job. I was making good money,” Brooks said.

That all changed one Saturday night in December of 1962 when his uncle Leonard Warner, an Ogle County deputy under thensheriff Bill Spencer, asked Brooks to ride along with him while he was on duty.

Early in the patrol, Warner said he needed to stop at home. When he returned to the squad car he told Brooks he didn’t feel well.

“He said ‘take it - you’re on till 2 a.m.,’” Brooks remembered with a chuckle.

“I said ‘take what?’”

“You’re on duty. I talked to Bill [Spencer] and he said it’s okay. You’re car 62,” was Warner’s reply.

Brooks remembered feeling out of his element.

“Every time the radio crackled I thought ‘I hope

they aren’t calling 62,’” he said.

But that was not to be the case. In not long, he got called to a fight at Mt. Morris Estates.

When he pulled up at the scene, he saw two men outside fighting.

He grabbed a blackjack from the car and slapped it hard against his palm to get their attention before he told them “You guys knock it off or you’re going to Oregon [to jail].”

That worked and the fight was over.

The next call was another fight just up the road at a bar on Ill. 72 west of Leaf River.

Thinking his previous technique had worked so well, he tried the same approach.

However, this was a fullblown four-man tavern brawl.

“Nothing happened,” he said, laughing. But eventually he persuaded the brawlers to leave.

The experience whetted Brooks’ interest in law enforcement, and it wasn’t long before he was filling in regularly on Saturday nights.

He did it without pay. “We had a policy at my job that you couldn’t take a second job for pay,” he said.

About six months later Spencer asked Brooks to become a full-time deputy.

He thought about it, but not for long.

“I took a pay cut, but I liked it so well,” he said.

After Brooks had worked full-time for several months, Spencer realized his new officer had never been officially sworn in and remedied that a few minutes later.

Brooks also had no uniform at first but wore his own khaki pants and shirt on duty because the sheriff’s department’s budget was tight.

“I loved law enforcement,” Brooks said “That’s why I took the pay cut and that’s

why I ran for sheriff.”

He successfully ran for sheriff in 1970 and was elected to four more terms before retiring in 1990.

His wife Barbara also came to work for the department, first as secretary for the detectives, eventually retiring as administrative assistant after 23 years.

Brooks credited his staff for the successes during his tenure.

“In my 20 years as sheriff, every major felony was solved,” he said. “The reason for solving the crimes is that the deputies were very dedicated. I had excellent employees. My department all worked together. I was really proud of them.”

He also credited God. His mother and sister were part of a prayer group that regularly prayed for Brooks and the department.

“God was helping us through their prayers,” he said. “I give my Lord credit for always being with me.”

Former Ogle County Sheriff and county board member Jerry Brooks site in his chair at the county board table. His last board meeting was Nov. 15, and the board named him an honorary county board member for life.

Photo by Vinde Wells

Piros was featured at a recent Current Events Club program

Donation For the fifth year in a row, Martha Lundsten and Mel and Mary Anne Mueller have made a Thanksgiving donation to Serenity Hospice and Home. They have donated a large supply of food to be used to prepare Thanksgiving dinner for patients and their families who will spend this holiday in Serenity Home in Oregon. Pictured left to right are; Mary Anne Mueller, Colleen Miller, Serenity Home’s House Mom, and Martha Lundsten. To make a holiday donation to Serenity, send it to 1658 S. Ill. 2, Oregon, IL 61061.

“Wisdom of the Victorian Age” was presented by Sherry Piros, Chana, at a recent Current Events Club meeting.

Piros is a local thespian (actress) and playwright.

She portrayed the editor of a Victorian ladies’ magazine, titled “Women’s Household Companion,” and her audience was an interactive board which helped make decisions for articles and information to be submitted for an upcoming publication of the magazine.

Final decisions for inclusion were the continuance of a serial story, “Whispering Oaks”part III; a parlor game, “Clairvoyance”; a poultice to combat inflammation of a bite; Green Mountain Salve for pain relief; and recipes from “Miss Palero’s Modern Cookbook, included pickled blueberries, and the latest methods for cooking vegetables (including how many hours to cook various vegetables); “Culinary Couplets” for the poetry corner; and with the feature article selected,

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1/1/44 – 11/30/10 Dad, Years without you keep flying by.

The strength you taught me And courage you showed me Push me through each day.

Your presence is missed but Your light shines on.

Missing you, Audra

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

Nov. 18 Christopher N. Strobel II, South Beloit, and Courtney M.

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On 6/24 you were taken from us in such a senseless and brutal way in a boating accident on the Rock River near Oregon, IL. We all miss you so much and we wish we had a chance to say “Goodbye”. The upcoming holidays will be so hard without you! Our grief and heartbreak still consumes us every day as this nightmare continues to shatter our world. Love You!

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“The Language of the Fans.”

The audience learned about activities demonstrating how to communicate with potential suitors through “fan actions.”

The “Tips and Tricks”

included drying a washed comforter by tacking it on the roof until dry; cleaning wallpaper with a brisk rubbing with bread followed by a soft hairbrush, and remember not to use hair dye: It’s much too vulgar.

Breakfast with Santa Sunday The Monroe Township Firefighter’s Association will hold breakfast with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 4.

Serving will be from 7 to 11 a.m. for the all-you-can-

eat buffet at the fire station, 104 West St., Monroe Center.

Prices are $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 6 to 12, and ages 5 and under eat free.

Prayer breakfast Rev. Russ Howard from Rockford Rescue Mission will be the speaker at the men’s prayer breakfast on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 a.m. at Forreston Reformed Church.

All men of the community are invited to attend.

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.

fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Gary Branam www. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study 4th Sunday Each Month 1:30 p.m. Nursing Home Service at Presence St. Joseph

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

Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:45 a.m.

BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon 815-864-2581 Traditional Worship 9 a.m.

Education Hour 10 a.m.

Contemporary Worship 11 a.m.

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

Worship 10:30 a.m.

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

Adult Sunday School 10 a.m.

Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana 61015 Pastor Chan Ik Choi 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com Adult & Children’s Education 9 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion Celebrated the First Sunday of Each Month CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Thursday, Dec. 1—10 a.m.

Bible Class Sunday, Dec. 4—9 a.m.

Worship with Communion, Mite Box Sunday; 10:20 a.m.

Education Hour, Christmas Program Practice; 11:30 a.m.

Confirmation Wednesday, Dec. 7—10 a.m. & 7 p.m. Advent Service Thursday, Dec. 8—10 a.m. Bible Class; 6 p.m. CLS Christmas Concert Saturday, Dec. 10—10:30 a.m.

Christmas Program Practice OPEN BIBLE 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Luke Schier, Pastor 815-946-2848 Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.

We include children in our Sunday Worship experience “Grandkids Class” Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after our Praise & Blended Worship Time.

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

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

Church 10:30 a.m.

Handicapped Accessible 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Karen Hundrieser 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 815-732-2642 Rev. Jared Cochran “A Christ-centered, Biblebelieving, family-oriented ministry.”

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

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

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor David Poust 815-938-2380 EBENEZER REFORMED Thursday, Dec. 1—6:30 p.m.

CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Trustees Committee Friday, Dec. 2—9 a.m.-3 Two miles east of Oregon p.m. Christmas in the Country on Ill. 64, two miles north on Luncheon & Crafts German Church Road Sunday, Dec. 4—9 a.m.

Pastor John Wisdom Worship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday Church Office School Phone: 815-732-6313 Monday, Dec. 5—8 a.m. AA 9 a.m. Sunday School Open Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee 10 a.m. Sunday Worship at The Depot; 3-4:30 p.m. Good Women & Men’s Bible News Club Study, Kids Club Tuesday, Dec. 6—2-6 p.m. www.ebenezerreformed.com Blood Drive Wednesday, Dec. 7—12 p.m.

EMMANUEL Friendship Club EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH FLORENCE UNITED 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon METHODIST CHURCH (Payne’s Point) 2649 W. Florence Rd., Pastor Andrew Kayes Freeport Office: 815-732-2424 Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier Worship Service 9 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

EVANGELICAL FREE FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 7246 N. Freeport Rd., 102 S. Seminary St. Forreston Mt. Morris Presbyterian Church in Senior Pastor America Bruce McKanna Pastor Drew Jones Associate Pastor 815-938-3605 Lance Mennen www.forrestongrovechurch.

815-734-4942 com Thursday, Dec. 1—1 p.m.

9:30 a.m. Sunday School Ladies Bible Study 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Saturday, Dec. 3—7 a.m.

Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.

Men’s Accountability Group; 10 a.m. Women’s Christmas Pioneer Club; 7:45 p.m. Choir Brunch; 11 a.m. Children’s FORRESTON REFORMED Outreach Program CHURCH Sunday, Dec. 4—8:30 a.m.

501 Third Ave. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m.

9:30 a.m. Worship Inner-Mission; 10 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group Tuesday, Dec. 6—9 a.m.

FREEDOM LUTHERAN Ladies Prayer Circle; 10:30 a.m.

CHURCH, ELCA Food Pantry Volunteers Pastor Kathy Burkheimer Wednesday, Dec. 7—6 a.m.

815-222-7270 Dixon Men’s Prayer Meeting; Sunday Morning Worship 6 p.m. Puppet Team; 7:15 p.m. at 9 a.m. at First Presbyterian Advent Choir Log onto our website at Church, 200 S. 5th St., Oregon GIFT—Growing In Faith http://www.efcmm.org to check Together-Christian education out our latest opportunities and for all ages following worship updates service Welcome Center is at FAITH DISCOVERY 111 S. 4th St., Oregon CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo GRACE VALLEY Jeremy Heller, Pastor CHRISTIAN REFORMED 815-946-3588 CHURCH 9 a.m. Sunday School 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. 10 a.m. Worship Service German Valley Nursery Available Pastor Jake Ritzema We are an independent non815-362-6601 denominational Christian Sunday School for All Ages church.

9 a.m.

Visitors are always welcome.

Worship Service 10 a.m.

FAITH EVANGELICAL GERMAN VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH UNITED METHODIST 402 Second Ave., Forreston CHURCH Pastor Scott Ralston Church and Main Streets Church 815-938-3203 Don Plock, Pastor “ A Church with a Heart — 8:30 a.m. Worship Service In the Heart of Forreston” 9 a.m. Sunday Worship LEAF RIVER BAPTIST 10 a.m. Sunday School CHURCH 7 p.m. Wednesday Choir 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., 6:30 p.m. Thursday Bible Leaf River Study Pastor Randy Newton 815-738-2205 FAITH UNITED Email leafriverbc@gmail.

METHODIST CHURCH com Mission Statement: Loving, Sunday Praise and Worship Growing & Serving in Faith

Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sunday School 11 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer/Bible Studies 6 p.m.

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

Followed by Fellowship and All-Age Sunday School Thursday, Dec. 1—6 p.m.

Webelos 2 Den Meeting Saturday, Dec. 3—5:30 p.m.

Saturday Worship Service Sunday, Dec. 4—9 a.m.

Worship, 50 Year Member Recognition; 10:15 a.m.

LEAF RIVER UNITED Fellowship & Sunday School METHODIST CHURCH Monday, Dec. 5—10 a.m.

104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Bible Study; 12 p.m. Staff Pastor David Poust Meeting; 7 p.m. Bible Study; Sunday, Dec. 4—10:30 a.m. Poinsettia Orders Due Worship Service & Children’s Tuesday, Dec. 6—6 p.m. Cub Church Scouts Den Meeting Wednesday, Dec. 7—7-9 a.m.

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED Communion in the Memorial METHODIST CHURCH Chapel; 4:30 p.m. Children’s 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Program Practice; 5:30 p.m.

Pastor Chan Ik Choi Wednesday Night Alive; 7 p.m.

Handicapped Accessible Choir Worship Service 9 a.m.

Thursday, Dec. 8—6 p.m.

Sunday School 10 a.m.

Mission Committee Meeting Age Three through Sixth Grade.

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN Everyone is Welcome CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. MT. MORRIS CHURCH 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 OF THE BRETHREN a.m. Worship Service 409 W. Brayton Road P.O. Box 2055 POLO CHURCH OF THE Mt. Morris, IL 61054 BRETHREN Pastor Ginny Haney Congress Ave. & Webster St. Phone: 815-734-4573 (The church is handicapped Office hours Monday - Friday accessible) 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Pastor Leslie Lake Thursday, Dec. 1—11:30 9:30 a.m. Family Worship a.m. Food Pantry Board MeetFellowship Time ing; 4:30-7 p.m. Food Pantry 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Open Friday, Dec. 2—9 a.m. WomPRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN en’s Fellowship CHURCH Sunday, Dec. 4—8:15 a.m.

16031 W. Coffman Rd., Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. WorShannon ship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 815-864-2448 Tuesday, Dec. 6—8:45 a.m.

9 a.m. Adult Sunday School Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Food 10 a.m. Worship Arrives for Pantry; Quilting 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Wednesday, Nov. 30—7:15 p.m. Chimes; 7 p.m. Circle M REVIVE COMMUNITY 4-H Club Meeting CHURCH 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY Email: pastor@revivemtm.

OF GOD com 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon Southern Baptist Pastor David Demmer Saturday Night Service 815-732-7404 5:30 p.m.

10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship Service RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH NORTH GROVE 609 S. 10th St., Oregon EVANGELICAL Craig Arnold, Pastor CHURCH 812-236-1213 10384 W. Coffman Rd., Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Forreston Pastor Tim Hotchkiss ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL Church: 815-938-2194 CHURCH Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 1000 Ill. 64 West Sunday School 9 a.m.

Oregon Worship Service 10:05 a.m.

Pastor Barbara Seward Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 815-732-7211 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop www.saintbrides.org Open at New Life Community Email:saint.bride.church@ Center gmail.com Services OREGON Sunday-Holy Communion-8 CHURCH OF GOD and 10 a.m.

860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Classes Pastor Michael Hoffman Children’s Sunday School & 815-732-6847 Adult Bible Study Available You and your family are inSt. Bride’s follows traditional vited to join us in worship on Anglican-Episcopal church Sunday, Dec. 4 for worship at practices; is biblically based 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Hoffman will give the and both family and individual oriented. Visitors are always morning Advent message titled welcomed.

“It’s the Little Things.”

Communion will be celebratST. JAMES LUTHERAN ed.

CHURCH Communion Comments will West Grove Road at be given by Karl Froehlich.

Columbine Rd. Greeting you will be Nick, Pastor Steve Erickson Jennifer, Madeleine and Henry Saturday, Dec. 3—9 a.m.

Hoffman.

During the morning worship Christmas Program Rehearsal Sunday, Dec. 4—9:15 a.m. an exceptionally fine Children’s Church is offered for children 3 Children’s Sunday School, Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. years old through Grade 5.

Sunday School begins at 9:30 Congregational Bible Study, a.m. and includes classes for Senior Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 adults, young adults, teens, chil- a.m. Divine Worship; 11:30 a.m. Senior Choir Rehearsal dren and infants.

Special attention is given in ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN each class to issues and topics CHURCH related to the particular needs 201 N. Division Ave., Polo and interests of each group.

Pastor Terrie Wilder The Wednesday night Youth 815-946-2919 Group meets at 6 p.m. at Sunday East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Sunday School for Children Daysville Road. & Adults 9 a.m.

The local Weight Watchers Social Time 10 a.m. group meets Wednesday at the Worship 10:30 a.m. church from 5:00 to 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, followed by their ST. MARY CHURCH meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m.

301 N. Fourth St., Oregon December’s Bible Book of the Father Joseph P. Naill Month is Matthew.

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

200 S. Fourth, Oregon Sunday 8:30 a.m.

Pastor Thomas E. Kim Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m.

815-732-2994 Third Wednesday of Month at oregonumc@outlook.com Pinecrest 3 p.m.

Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m.

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

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

SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 416 Prospect St, Dixon 815-677-9199 10 a.m. Saturday Sabbath School 11:30 a.m. Worship Service TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Email: trinitymm@frontier. com Website: www.trinitymm.net Thursday, Dec. 1—3:30 p.m.

Lot 12 Mentoring for K-6 at Mt. Morris Estates Friday, Dec. 2—8 a.m.

Bulletin Assembly & FellowshipSaturday, Dec. 3—5:30 p.m.

Worship Service-Second Week of Advent Sunday, Dec. 4—9:30 a.m.

Worship Service-Second Week of Advent; Fellowship Following; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School for Children Age 4 through Grade 6; 3 p.m.

Community Christmas Cantata Monday, Dec. 5—6:30 p.m.

Committee Meeting Night; 8 p.m. Executive Committee Meeting Tuesday, Dec. 6—3:30 p.m.

Lot 12 Mentoring for K-6 at Mt. Morris Estates Wednesday, Dec. 7—6:30 a.m. Prayer and Praise Group; 3:10 p.m. Lot 12 Mentoring for Junior High at Mt. Morris Estates; 5:30 p.m. Choristers Practice; 6 p.m. Chime Choir Rehearsal; 6:30 p.m. YC Choir Practice; 6:50 p.m. Youth Confirmation Meets; 6:50 p.m.

Men’s Chancel Choir Rehearsal; 7 p.m. All Chancel Choir Rehearsal; 7:30 p.m. Women’s Chancel Choir Rehearsal Thursday, Dec. 8—3:30 p.m.

Lot 12 Mentoring for K-6 at Mt. Morris Estates WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 Sunday School—9:30 a.m.

Worship—10:35 a.m.

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Christmas cantata will be held Dec. 11

First Fridays is returning to Pinecrest After a one month change of venue to the Mt. Morris Moose Lodge First Fridays open stage music shows will return to Pinecrest Grove Theater on Friday, Dec. 2 to wrap up the 2016 season.

In keeping with the new schedule initiated over the summer, the show will begin at 6 p.m.

Musician sign-up will be a half-hour earlier than last season to 5:30 p.m.

Also, seating capacity in the Theatre at the Pinecrest Grove Community Center in Mt. Morris has been increased to guarantee First Friday’s fans a good seat.

The musical format will remain unchanged.

After the individual performances, all of the musicians will gather on stage for a jam session to wrap up the evening’s festivities Musicians from across northern Illinois, and often neighboring states, appear on a regular basis.

The music often described as new folk or Americana is varied and includes country, bluegrass, blues, folk, mountain soul, gospel, soft rock, and eclectic mixes of all of the above.

Instruments are all acoustic and a professional sound system is supplied. Participation is encouraged so bring your instrument and join the show, or kick back and listen to the music.

Admission is by free will donation.

First Fridays is a part of northern Illinois’ Friday night music scene along with Second Fridays in Lanark, Third Fridays in Franklin Grove, a new Fourth Friday at the Dixon Senior Center, and special Fifth Friday (when they occur) shows in Franklin Grove.

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Faith United Methodist Church, 702 E. Dixon Street, Polo, will host the Polo Community Choir’s Christmas cantata, “O Night Divine, Dawn of Love’s Pure Light” on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. in the sanctuary.

“O Night Divine,” by Steve Mauldin, is an inspiring Christmas musical that celebrates the promise of God through the birth of His Son

Jesus. Anticipation, joy, praise, thankfulness, and awe all are expressed in narration, song, and orchestration by the 22 voice choir. Jean Frey is the director.

Handicapped accessibility to the sanctuary level is available from the new parking lot on the west side of the building.

All are cordially invited to attend; refreshments will be served in Fellowship Hall following the cantata.

Christmas concert will be performed Sunday When he isn’t plying his trade as a landscape architect in the Lanark and Lake Carroll area, popular musician “Duck” Schweitzer leads the Ruff Kutts Band in Mt. Morris’ First Fridays, Lanark’s Second Friday, the Blues & Bluegrass Third Friday in Franklin Grove, and Fourth Friday in Dixon. Photo supplied

the theatre, features an extensive menu.

Pinecrest Grove Community Center is located six blocks south of Ill. 64 on McKendrie Avenue in Mt. Morris.

There is ample parking in the parking lot on the north side of PGCC, plus an overflow lot on the west side of PGCC. The building is completely handicapped accessible.

For the 12th year, a free community Christmas concert is drawing musicians from around the region to celebrate the holidays and support local food pantries.

“Behold the Star!” will be presented on Sunday, Dec. 4 at 3 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 308 E. Brayton Rd., Mt. Morris.

This Christmas tradition has attracted more than 80 new and returning musicians from the Sauk Valley, Shannon, Davis Junction, Winnebago and Sycamore as well as Byron, Mt. Morris, Oregon and Forreston.

Since its inception in 2002, the concert has been offered

free to the public, with proceeds from donations given to local charities.

For the 10th year, the beneficiaries will be local food pantries Loaves and Fish in Mt. Morris and Life-Line in Oregon.

The public is encouraged to arrive early for a prelude featuring several musical groups/ The prelude music will begin at 2:30 followed by the cantata at 3 p.m.

The concert will conclude with attendees invited to join the choir to perform Handel’s Hallelujah chorus, a tradition begun in 2004 that remains an annual highlight.

Earth Angels and Granny’s Mailbag seeks help Earth Angels, headed by Linda “Granny” Straith, Forreston, is again gathering names and collecting toys and donations for Christmas gifts for needy families in Ogle County.

The goal is to reach families that have “fallen through the system” and are unable to receive any kind of assistance.

Donations will be accepted through Friday, Dec. 16.

Sign up to be on the list to receive gifts begins Sunday,

Nov. 13. All those wishing to sign up must be screened.

Granny’s Mailbag is also open for anyone wishing to send a card, letter, or encouraging note to deployed military men and women.

No postage is required, and letters can be deposited in Granny’s Mailbag at one of the drop sites.

The deadline for correspondence is Saturday, Dec. 10.

Drop sites for donations

and letters are at Sterling Federal Bank, Mt. Morris; Mt. Morris Senior Center; Mt. Morris Moose Family Center, Mt. Morris; Angel Treasures, Mt. Morris; Forreston State Bank; Forreston Public Library; Bertolet Memorial Library, Leaf River; Citgo, Leaf River; Vintage Chicks & Feed Store, Leaf River; Rock River Center, Oregon; Kunes Auto Mall, Oregon; Creative Designs, Oregon; Dollar General, Oregon; St. Paul

Lutheran Church, Oregon; St. Bride’s Episcopal Church, Oregon; Blackhawk Area Credit Union, Polo; Polo Public Library; ReRuns Consignment Shop, Byron; Tease: A Salon for You, Stillman Valley; Stillman Bank, Stillman Valley; Byron Bank, Davis Junction; and Sawicki Motors, Rochelle.

At the drop sites, pick an “angel” to buy gifts for.

Purchase the gift, attach the angel’s tag, and return

the gift to the drop site by Thursday, Dec. 18 or call Straith at 779-771-4591 for pick up.

Gifts will be distributed from Dec. 19-25.

Donations of money can be mailed to Earth Angel, P.O. Box 188, Forreston, Ill. 61030-0188 or Earth Angel Fund, c/o Forreston State Bank, 200 Main St., P.O. Box 278, Forreston, Ill. 61030-0278.

Donations can also be made via Pay Pal at Fund

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Volunteers can earn their Earth Angel wings by helping wrap, pick up, or deliver gifts when the time comes.

Earth Angel headquarters will once again be at the Mt. Morris Senior Center.

For more information or to volunteer call Straith or email earth.angels.oglecounty@ hotmail.com or visit www. earthangelsoglecounty. spaces.live.com.

but all nominations must be submitted by Dec. 12.

Mother Daughter Holly-Dolly Tea Sign up now for the annual Mother/Daughter tea and this year your favorite doll is invited as well. Mothers, daughters, and grandmothers will make memories and enjoy the holiday festivities this year at Pinehill Inn. Tantalize your taste buds

at this holiday tea with dainty dishes, sweet morsels, and finger sandwiches wearing your favorite holiday attire on Sunday, Dec. 4, at 1:30 p.m. Seating will be limited, so please register early. The fee is $12/resident and $15/ non-resident.

For more information, call the Oregon Park District at 815-732-3101 or visit www. oregonpark.org.

Oregon Park District The Oregon Park District lists the following upcoming events.

Pizza & Pasta with Santa Sign up now for Pizza & Pasta with Santa on Friday evening, Dec. 9. This year as we celebrate the Oregon Park District’s 50th Anniversary, we are offering the chance for the family to enjoy dinner with Santa instead of the traditional breakfast.

With the help of Alfano’s Restaurant, our co-sponsor,

you can enjoy pizza, pasta and salad. Sign up early as space is limited. Choose from one of the two seating times and remember to bring your camera! $8/adult and $6/child (age 2 and under free with parents). Registration deadline is Dec. 2.

Letters to Santa Write a letter to jolly old St. Nick and tell him about yourself and if you have been naughty or nice. Santa’s elves will be installing a mailbox at Nash for your letter to be

mailed. Be sure to enclose a 47 cent stamp and your return address! Letters can be mailed until Dec. 15.

Holiday Light Contest Attention all you “closet Clark Griswolds” out there… grab your extension cords and those bundles of tangled up, mangled up strands of twinkling magic and get to work!

The Oregon Park District will once again hold the Holiday Light Contest.

You can enter in the “Clark

Griswold” category or the “Traditional Style.”

When you’ve completed your personal “holiday work of art,” pick up an entry form at Nash, or find one online at www.oregonpark.org.

Fabulous prizes await you thanks to Merlin’s, GK Graphics, and the Oregon Park District. You are also welcome to nominate a neighbor or friends house,

Rock River Center Several upcoming Christmas programs are planned at Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon.

Wednesday, Dec. 7 – Oregon High School Madrigals with Katie Sheridan The Oregon High School Madrigal Singers, dressed in traditional renaissance attire,

will perform their complete 2016 musical performance for us.

This program runs from 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 14 – Oregon Junior High School Choir with Miles Beske The Oregon Junior High School Choir will be at visiting Rock River Center on Dec. 14 to perform their

Christmas Program from 11:15 a.m. to noon.

Refreshments will be served at each performance.

Register by calling the Center at 815-732-3252 so we can be prepared.

We look forward to seeing you.

Visit us on the web at www.rockrivercenter.org and like us on Facebook.

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Oregon, IL 61061

Christmas Bake Sale and Rummage Sale Saturday, December 3rd 8:00 to 1:00 Come see our delicious selection of baked goods and bargain-priced treasures!

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Dave Buchen will speak at business workshop Dec. 15 The Mt. Morris Economic Development Group will host another Coffee with Dave Business 101 Session on Thursday, Dec. 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Pinecrest Grove Community Center, 500 Evergreen Lane, Mt. Morris.

David Buchen, Director of the Center for Small Business Development at Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon, will be the speaker.

This month’s topic will be “What is & How do I Create a Business Plan?”

The monthly program is free and will be an open discussion of topics of interest to small business owners, as well as anyone contemplating the launch of a new business.

TO RSVP call Linda Straith at 779-771-4591.

Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager course offered Dec. 6, 9 The Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager Course will be offered by University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Marilyn Csernus, MS, RD at the Ogle County Extension office located at 421 W. Pines Road, Oregon.

The course will be taught over two days on Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 9 from 9 a.m.

to 2:30 p.m..

The exam will be administered on Friday, Dec. 9 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. A valid photo ID is required for the course.

The fee for this course is $100 for the two days and includes the book, educational materials, examination, and lunch.

After successful completion of this course, an additional

$35 is paid to the Illinois Department of Public Health to receive your certificate.

This course meets the eight-hour course work and examination required by the state of Illinois for either the initial Food Service Sanitation Manager certification, or the recertification, which is required every 5 years.

Register by calling 815732-2191.

Circle M 4-H Club finishes a great year

By Emmett Peterson Club Reporter and Secretary Circle M 4-H club has wrapped up another great year.

It was a busy summer for all of our members, new and old, getting ready for the Ogle County Fair.

Everyone had great projects and did great talking with the judges.

Everyone got blue ribbons and higher honor ribbons for their projects.

Two of our members were able to go to the Illinois State Fair and were awarded Superior 4-H Exhibitor ribbons. Those two members were Karli Miller and Emmett

Peterson.

Even before the fair arrives our club is busy every month.

In May we had our meeting at White Pines State Park and hiked some trails.

Kyle Miller did a demonstration and talk about how to tell the age of a tree.

In June we observed national dairy month by visiting Angela Reigle’s dairy farm.

We found it interesting the type of equipment used for milking cows and what type of work dairy farmers do every day.

We also had a fundraiser at the Mt. Morris community concert working the pie and ice cream social.

In July our club had a float in the Let Freedom Ring Parade, which we won a ribbon for

Best Used Theme.

And at our meeting we talked and help members get their Records Books ready and made our own Chia Pet Planters as our project.

It was an exciting and busy year for our club, and we are already planning a busy and interesting 2016-2017 year.

There is so much that is new to 4-H that we welcome anyone to come and see not only about Circle M but all the great things that 4-H has to offer.

Our club meets every month, the first Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren in Mt. Morris and we welcome new members.

For more information or with questions contact any of our leaders, Deb at 847-2392330, Angela at 815-994-0128 or Camery at 815-631-4312.

The new praise band Agape started leading Oregon United Methodist Church’s Saturday worship services on Nov. 26. Members from left to right are: Tess Burger (vocalist), Nellie Winters (piano), Natalie Husemann (vocalist), Lisa Schultz (drums), and Ben Rocke (guitar). Photo supplied

New band performs at OUMC A new band has been formed especially for Saturday services at the Oregon United Methodist Church.

“The newly-formed praise band, Agape, will lead Oregon United Methodist Church’s Saturday worship services beginning Nov. 26 in the congregation’s Family Life Center,” said the Rev. Thomas Kim, senior pastor.

The weekly Saturday service resumed after a three-year hiatus in time for Oregon’s annual Candlelight Walk.

Worship begins at 5:30 p.m.

“We are trying to bring back and open up some opportunities of worship here,” said Kim, who also recently began offering weekly communion from 7 to 9 a.m. Wednesdays in the church’s chapel.

“Some people want more informal and less liturgical worship. They may be more comfortable worshiping that way, or they may find the Saturday service more convenient,” he said.

Agape was formed to lead worship for the new

Saturday service.

“I really hope we can bring in a younger crowd,” said singer Tessa Burger, 16, a sophomore at Oregon High School.

The music is more casual and upbeat. “Teenagers like that a lot,” she said.

Vocalist Natalie Husemann, pianist Nellie Winters, drummer Lisa Schultz and guitarist Ben Rocke fill out the ensemble.

Husemann, Mt. Morris, learned of the new band through a Facebook post.

A music major in college and school district employee, she has participated in praise bands before.

“I welcomed the chance to get out there and to perform and get active in the church. And it’s just fun, too,” she said.

Schultz asked Kim if the church could start a praise band before he came to OUMC in July.

She, too, had previous experience with two praise bands.

“I talked to Ben, and we started putting stuff in the church newsletter and

on Facebook. Right away people expressed an interest in joining.”

Rocke manages the band.

“Although we’re really a democratic band,” he said.

“It was God bringing everyone together,” he said.

“The pastor was excited as soon as we started talking about it, and now we’re working really well together.”

Agape continues to look for more musicians – especially a bass guitar player.

“Doing a Saturday night service every single week takes a strong commitment.

The more people we have coming on board, the more we can spread out the work load,” Rocke said.

Agapedebuted at the congregation’s 2C@ OUMC Nov. 13 service and performed during the Nov. 20 consecration service.

“We have to focus on worship,” said Kim. “I see this as my primary role here, helping people to worship God.” For more information, call the OUMC office at 815-732-2994.

modification is doing the right things, but not necessarily believing in your heart.

It is also a falsehood that Naxolone or Vivitrol offer much help for addiction.

All they offer is a quick fix and may end up doing more harm long term as a crutch.

There is a multitude of other remedies that only offer relief, not a lifelong recovery from addiction.

Praise needs to go to government and the medical community for their humanitarian effort, but they are limited in their scope.

So what is the answer to a centuries-old problem that seemingly has no solution?

When all available resources are exhausted, faith-based 12-step groups refer to reliance and dependence upon God or a Higher Power as the ultimate answer?

Spirituality can’t be empirically defined in medical books nor does government acknowledge its existence.

But, isn’t spirituality bankruptcy truly what ails the drug addict?

With the threat of overdosing, the harm to loved ones, losing jobs, flunking out of school, etc., hasn’t heroin become the user’s lord and master.

That’s the power drugs have.

In its simplest form, isn’t an addict trying to find in drugs only what God can provide?

Opinion Drug Court helps addicts

By Andy Colbert Reporter Over the last few weeks, we have run a series on heroin addiction and its effect on governmental agencies, addicts, family members and the political process.

A major difference now compared to decades past is a genuine desire by government agencies to assist, rather than punish users.

Here in Ogle County, a Drug Court exists to keep offenders out of jail or prison.

It is run by a passionate group of county leaders that have the best interest of the drug users.

As a member of the

Drug Court advisory board, I’ve seen firsthand their dedication and commitment to helping their clients.

Those same clients have repeatedly commented about the human element of the Drug Court.

They step into Drug Court as beat-up human beings and are offered a benevolent, yet serious approach to getting their life back together.

Local law enforcement is better educated on drug abuse and show far greater compassion to addicts.

Neighboring counties offer drugs such as Naxolone and Vivitrol, with the hopes of keeping a person from overdosing or to ease cravings of getting high.

Previously, all that was done was throw an offender in jail and let them endure the painful process of detoxing

on his or her own.

It was as if a druggie was a lesser human being and deserved no dignity.

That lack of sympathy is due in part to pubic perception of the drug addict.

Why don’t they just quit on their own? What is wrong with their will power?

Don’t they realize all the harm they are causing themselves and their families?

Throw the book at these menaces to society. They are breaking the law and are a bad influence on our youth.

Those are common responses directed at those caught up in drug addiction.

They don’t need anyone telling them they need to stop, such as Nancy Reagan’s admonition to “just say no”.

Family members can plead all they want, but that falls on

deaf ears to someone caught up in drugs.

Addicts are unable to quit based upon their own willpower or self-knowledge of the situation. They are in the grips of an illness that has complete control of them.

What is baffling to the medical and psychiatric community is that drug addiction does not have a physical or mental cure.

If physical addiction was indeed the only problem, all a person would have to do is kick the habit and all would be fine. Wrong.

Virtually every addict has done this, only to go back time and time again.

What ails a drug user has much more to do in the mind than the body.

Then, shouldn’t behavior therapy be an answer?

No, because behavior

Public Voice Playday raises $3,000 for Chana School Dear Editor, The Chana School Foundation thanks the organizers and sponsors of the 2016 39th Chana Play Day for their generous donation of $3,000 towards a new roof for the 1883 Chana School Museum.

The Chana Play Day organization has given its support since the very beginning efforts to save the old schoolhouse back in 1998.

Thanks to the continued support from organizations such as the

Chana Play Day organizers the old Chana School stands as a beautiful landmark that everyone may be proud of.

Saving our rural history is important to everyone in Ogle County.

Thanks again, Connie Stauffer Oregon Chana School Volunteer

Reader disagrees with writer’s view of protests Dear Editor, I am a retired teacher and the wife of a man who coached both college and high school athletics for over 40 years.

I was dismayed by Andy Colbert’s column of Nov. 17.

The analogy he attempted to draw was inappropriate, simplistic, and uninformed.

First, if you wish to quote a sports figure I suggest the comments made by Gregg Popovich, coach of the San Antonio Spurs, on Nov. 12, 2016.

The President Elect won the electoral vote but lost the popular vote by approximately two million votes.

People are protesting because they are highly offended by the President Elect’s behavior, as well they should be.

They are greatly concerned about the future of our country with a candidate like

this as the President.

They fear he and some of the new leadership will do great harm to our country and the world.

I am a 73-year-old grandmother, and I have witnessed many protests in my life.

Most protestors are people who care deeply about their country.

They are willing to go out and protest because it is important to say to their fellow citizens and the rest of the world that the values and hatred expressed by this man do not represent us or the America we love.

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Senior center holding a membership drive The Polo Senior Center will hold a membership drive on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 10 a.m.

This is the time to renew memberships for 2017 or join for the first time.

Dues this year are $20 per person. Dues help to support the center’s activities and expenses.

The 55 & Alive Group will entertain with songs at 11 a.m.

The Senior Center Board will serve turkey, potatoes and gravy, dressing, bread, and drink.

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Bring a dessert, vegetable, or salad to pass.

The senior center will furnish place settings.

Those attending are asked to bring a food donation to go to the Polo Lifeline Food Pantry.

Reservations are required. Sign up by Monday, Nov. 21 by calling 815-946-3818.

Membership dues may also be mailed to Polo Senior Center, 101 E. Mason St., Polo, IL 61064 or just stop by from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Nominating petitions are available Nominating petitions for five open board positions at Polo Public Library District are now available at the library.

Current board members include Jim Adams, George Murray, Nancy Grossnickle, Kathy Tyrrell, Marie Monaco, Jon Schwartz and Sara Rowland.

Five of these seven positions will be open for election to fouryear terms.

The election will be held on April 4.

Library board members must be, on the date of election, a citizen of the United States, at

least 18 years old, a registered voter, a resident of the State of Illinois and the library district (Buffalo Township).

To be considered for election, candidates must file a petition with 12 signatures of qualified voters living within the library district.

The candidates must complete a statement of candidacy, a statement of economic interests and an optional notarized loyalty oath.

All necessary forms will be included in the candidate’s

election packet.

The filing period is Monday, Dec. 12 through Monday, Dec. 19.

Packets returned after Dec. 19 may not be considered for candidacy.

Packets may be obtained and filed during library hours: Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For further information contact Ellen Finfrock, library director, at 815-946-2713 or visit the website - www.pololibrary.org.

Polo Library News All programs are free (unless otherwise noted) and accessible.

Winter Reading Program The program will combine reading, activities and prizes for families.

The program begins on Thursday, Dec. 1 and continues until Tuesday, Jan. 31.

Come into the Library or call 815-946-2713 for more information.

Children’s Programs Story Time Class Story time will not meet Thursday, Dec. 22 because of the Christmas holiday Instructor: Miss Randi Every other Thursday morning children will learn the foundations of

reading: creative expression, social skills, listening comprehension, letter recognition, plus vocabulary building.

Bring a friend and listen, learn and have fun.

The Last Painting of Sara de Vos by Dominic Smith Senior Center Book Club Friday, Dec.16, 2 to 3 p.m.

Book Selection: The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen

LEGO Club Saturday, Dec. 10, from 1 to 2 p.m.

Ages 6-12 Snack provided.

Build things large and small and make friends with other kids who love LEGOs. Bring a bucket of LEGOs or use ours.

Let’s LEGO!

Technology Classes The Library offers classes on beginning computer, setting up emails, working on the internet, and other technology subjects that may be suggested by patrons.

If you would like to have a class or one on one session, call the library at 815946-2713, email library@ pololibrary.org or stop by.

Adult Programs Book Discussion Groups Library Book Club Tuesday, Dec. 27, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Library Book Selection:

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out our new books on display located in each section of the library.

To look at our collection, visit our website (pololibrary. org) and view the carousel, follow the library on Pinterest or come in to browse the new sections in our bookcases Large Print The Daughter by Jane Shemilt The Loyal Heart by Shelly Shepard Gray Adult Fiction Triple Crown by Felix Francis The Obsidian Chamber by Preston & Child

New to the Collection Young Adult The following list is a Something in Between by small sampling of the new books available at the library. Melissa De La Cruz The Fever Code by James Please come in and check

Dashner DVD Star Trek Beyond Spotlight Rock River Center Representative Wednesday, December 21, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Rock River Center will provide a caseworker to answer questions about Medicare, Insurance, home care and anything else to do with caring for the older population.

No appointment is necessary. They will return every fourth Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Display Case Do you have a collection to put in our display case?

Call 815-946-2713 for information.

If anyone would like to donate reusable cloth shopping bags, please bring them to the Library.

The bags will be used for patrons with a lot of books to carry. Any questions, please visit or call at 815946-2713.

Polo Public Library, 302 Mason St., Polo, IL 61064 Phone: 815-946-2713 Hours: Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. & Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.pololibrary.org or visit us on Facebook/Polo Public Library and “Like” us.

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Lady Marcos unable to keep pace with Oregon Lady Hawks score 13 unanswered points to start the game. Polo closed the gap, but was defeated 60-37

By Cody Cutter ccutter@saukvalley.com Meredith Gelander believes that following each shot made by her Oregon Hawks is something to do as a team.

“I think every time someone puts up a shot from the inside, we should all be crashing,” the Hawks’ junior forward said. “It brings up the momentum when someone grabs it, rips it down, and goes back up.”

In Oregon’s nonconference game at Polo, the Hawks had seven players crash the offensive glass at least twice in a 60-37 win. The Hawks (32) pulled down 25 offensive rebounds, with Bailey Montavon leading with nine, and Gelander adding four.

Ten of the offensive rebounds were put back for buckets.

Hawks coach Kristy Eckardt knows she can count on her outside shooters to score, but was happy to see her forwards eat up plenty of paint inside.

“We have good outside shooters, but we know we have girls that will battle in there,” Eckardt said. “We had them outmatched in the inside, and it was good to see us get into position and get those rebounds.”

Oregon got off to a 13-0 start, as an Emily Perkins steal and layup, and putbacks from Gelander and Montavon accounted for the first six points. Montavon, who led all scorers with 18 points, had five offensive rebounds in the first quarter.

“It really helps us in our games,” said Montavon, who added three defensive rebounds for a double-double.

“We go off of that. It’s one of our strongest things.”

Polo (1-4) clawed back to get to within three at 26-23, bolstered by the hot hand of Kenzie Dusing and her trio of 3-pointers. Dusing added another in the fourth quarter to finish with 12 points, and that was one of the “little things” Marcos coach Jeff

Grobe had been waiting so far for in the early part of the season.

“I always got to beg her to shoot, and she had four 3s,” Grobe said. “She’s got a nice shot.”

Oregon ended the half on a 6-0 run, and had success in their zone defense to nab a few steals to put the game away. Gelander and Abby Kitzmiller had a pair of steals early in the third quarter.

“After hanging on and still being ahead, we really had to go out there and bring up the intensity,” Gelander said, “and make sure we seal this game.”

Polo had seven turnovers in the first quarter, but took care of the ball better while going on their second-quarter run.

The Marcos finished with 24 turnovers.

“We usually have one quarter where we dig a hole, and I always hope it’s not the first one,” Grobe said. “They Polo’s Justine Gorzny is fouled by Oregon’s Emily Perkins Tuesday night. Photo by kept fighting, and didn’t Alex Paschal quit.”

Buffalo Township petitions available Petitions are available for the April 4, 2017 consolidated election for Buffalo Township.

These petitions may be obtained by calling Buffalo Township Clerk Judy Norris at 815-946-2137.

Petitions are also available

on the Ogle County website at oglecounty.org.

Offices to be voted on are supervisor, road commissioner, assessor, clerk and four trustees.

These are all four-year terms.

Polo Activities Dec. 5-10 Monday–Aplington Academic Meet vs. AFC at Aplington, 4 p.m.

Legion Donation ​ orreston American Legion Post 308 Commander Harold Wiggins presents $500 to Forreston High School F football coach Denny Diduch to help with team expenses to Champaign for the championship game. Pictured from left to right are: FHS Principal Travis Heinz, Legion members Henry Huenefeld and Jerry Daws, Diduch, Wiggins, and Legion member Bret Schemel. Photo supplied

Tuesday–Rt. 72 Boys Basketball Tourney at Oregon, 4 p.m.; HS Girls Basketball vs. Milledgeville at Polo, 6 p.m.; HS Wrestling at Rock Falls,5:30 p.m.

Wednesday–HS Girls Basketball at Stockton, 6 p.m.

Thursday–HS Boys Basketball at Aquin, 6 p.m.; HS Wrestling at Riverdale, 5:30 p.m.

Saturday–Rt. 72 Academic Team Conference Tourney at Pecatonica, TBA; FS Boys Basketball at Galena Tourney, 9:45 a.m.; Varsity Boys Basketball Tourney at Forreston, TBA; HS Girls Basketball Tourney in Polo, TBA; HS Wrestling Tourney at Riverdale, TBA

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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 five years increment of being in business in Polo.

Please contact Susie at polo@essex1.com you have a special business celebration coming up.

If you have a special event to post on the chamber sign, chamber website and in the Chamber Chatter, please contact Susie at 815-9463131.

Chamber Chatter The Polo Area Theater will perform “It’s a Wonderful Life” on Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. 4 at Buffalo Township Hall.

A Christmas Musical will be held at the FUM Church on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m.

Meet and greet Santa Claus at Northern Illinois TV on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be free pictures with Santa and the Boy Scouts will be holding a toy drive so please bring a gift.

Northern Illinois TV is located across from Casey’s General Store.

Our Table Meal will be held on Mondays, Jan. 2, Jan. 30, Feb. 27, March 27, April 24, and May 29 at the FUM

Church on East Dixon Street from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

This is a free meal provided to our community.

Every Thursday at the Polo Rehabilitation Health Center is coffee at the nursing home at 9 a.m.

The Polo Senior Services Center will hold the following events, with everyone welcome to attend: Mondays - Coffee and cookies are provided.

Tuesday – Line Dancing at 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday & Thursdays Burn exercise class from 8:30 to 9 a.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays Fit for Life exercise class from 9 to 10 a.m.

Tuesdays – Line dancing

10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Wednesdays - Play 500 at noon.

Wednesdays - PASS offers free popcorn at 8:30 a.m.

Thursdays - Mexican Train at noon.

Thursdays – 55 & Alive Group meets at 2 p.m.

Fridays Homemade cinnamon rolls are served starting at 8:30 a.m. for a donation.

Fridays - Play Bridge at noon.

Dec. 6 – Membership Drive, starting at 10 a.m., dues $20.

Dec. 6 – “Company P” and 55 & Alive will entertain you at 11 a.m., along with a skit and songs from,”The Night before Christmas.”

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Dec. 8 – Story Time from 9 to 10:30 am.

Dec. 10 – Lego Club from 1 to 2 p.m. for ages 6-12.

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Pearson’s claim still staked

Harvey Brown farming land that’s been in the family since 1834

BY TERRY THOMAS For Northern Illinois Ag Mag

POLO – A lot has changed in rural Eagle Point Township since it was settled shortly after the 1832 Black Hawk War. One thing that has remained constant, though, is the imprint of Pearson Shoemaker, who staked out a claim there 2 years after the Sauk leader was defeated by U.S. and Illinois forces and driven from his Northern Illinois homeland.

For five generations, Shoemaker and his descendants have worked the original homestead on South Brookline Road, 8 miles northwest of Polo on the border between Ogle and Carroll counties.

“He settled here in 1834,” said great-great grandson Harvey Brown, 78, who now lives with his wife, Sue, on the site of Shoemaker’s original claim. “He staked out a claim in Paw Paw in 1833, and then decided to come over here. Our family has been on this land ever since.”

That remarkable longevity was honored by the Illinois Department of Agriculture when it designated the farm a Sesquicentennial Farm in 2008. The designation recognizes farms that have been held by descendants of the same family for 150 years or more.

One factor that attracted Shoemaker to the Eagle Point location was its mix of ample timber and tall-grass prairie, Brown said.

The combination provided Shoemaker and his family with access to hardwood lumber for building and other needs, as well as fertile soil to grow crops. There also was a fresh water spring nearby.

“This was a good place to stake out a claim,” Brown said. “Pearson, who was a carpenter by trade, originally built a cabin here and then eventually replaced it with a big house.” That house was destroyed by fire in 1917. It was replaced by the two-story house where the Browns now live.

While it was the land’s natural attributes that attracted Shoemaker, it was his hard work and determination that turned the original 80-acre claim into a successful farming operation that has persisted over the generations.

Along the way, the family has seen plenty of changes.

“They started out growing wheat,” Brown said. “And they hauled it to Chicago for sale. Two or three guys went along on the trip to Chicago to protect the wheat going in and the money coming back,” from would-be thieves who infested the region during those early Pictured (from left) are Harry Shoemaker, Elizabeth Shoemaker (Webbers), Marian (Mady), Nellie years.

(Smith) Shoemaker, Harry Shoemaker, Andrew Shoemaker, Marian (Rowand) Shoemaker Eventually, corn replaced wheat as the primary crop, and livestock was added to the mix early on. “In the beginning, they picked the corn by hand.” Brown reflected on the changes experienced by family members over the generations. “Then came corn pickers and now you have combines.”

The family successfully adapted to changing technological and economic conditions, but things never were easy. From the beginning, the local conditions presented daunting challenges.

Local historians Horace and Rebecca Kauffman outlined some of those difficulties in their 1909 “History Harvey Brown is a fifth-generation farmer on this property on South Brookline of Ogle County”: “While building a cabin and establishing his claim, [Shoemaker] and his wife occupied a Road, 8 miles northwest of Polo. Harvey and his wife, Sue, have twin daughshanty which had been deserted during the Black Hawk War by a man named Parish, who never returned.” ters and a son – the next generation that will keep Pearson Shoemaker’s 1834 The cabin Shoemaker built was of the “primitive variety,” the authors continued, “with clapboard roof and homestead in the family. stick and mud chimney.”

Shortly thereafter, Shoemaker brought in cattle and hogs from Pekin and Indiana, places where the family had lived prior to migrating to Ogle County.

And while Shoemaker had established the beginnings of a functioning farm, he still had to do battle with his wilderness surroundings.

“Wolves and other wild animals were numerous at that time,” according to the Kauffmans, “and Mr. Shoemaker found it necessary to fight vigorously to preserve the stock.”

Harvey Brown on the farm as a young child.

According to the history book, Shoemaker was forced to build a trap to protect his hogs from wolves and other predators. He “caught a wolf every night for five nights in succession. He also trapped a much fiercer animal, a lynx or wild-cat.”

As more people moved in and settled the land, Shoemaker and his neighbors pacified the wilderness and built a growing community.

“Eagle Point was a thriving place back in those days,” Brown said. Eventually, Burlington Northern Railroad built its line a mile south of Harvey and Sue Brown live in a two-story house in rural Eagle Point Township Eagle Point at Hazelhurst. As a result, much of the local bustle moved to Hazelhurst as locally produced commodities were shipped to market that was built in 1917 and replaced a home that had been constructed by the land’s original settler, Pearson Shoemaker. Here, Harvey holds old photos of his on the train. family.

When Harvey took over farm, he began raising beef cattle, which he shipped to Chicago’s Union Stockyards on the train, Brown said.

Prior to shipment, however, Harvey would drive the cattle to the Green River region south of Dixon, where the swamps provided ample grass on which the animals were fattened.

Hard work and material success were only one part of Pearson Shoemaker’s contributions to the Eagle Point community. He also was a devoted Christian who strove to bring religion to the frontier settlement.

“While he was cutting trees one day, Pearson had a spiritual experience,” Brown said. “The Holy Spirit entered him, and he became very dedicated to the church.”

In fact, the local United Brethren Church was built on land owned by Shoemaker. The original church was built in 1857; the present brick building replaced it in 1917.

The church is now part of the United Methodist denomination, which merged with the United Brethren Church some years ago. Adjacent to the church is a cemetery where Shoemaker and many of his descendants are buried.

Pictured in front of the home that Pearson Shoemaker built are (from left) The Browns remain active members of the church; they also work in the Jasper Shoemaker, Mary McPherson, Sarah Shoemaker, Grandpa (Pearson), Lemuol Shoemaker, Grandma Shoemaker, Elizabeth Williams, HarGideons organization to spread the faith. vey Shoemaker, and Laura Buswell. The home in the photo burned in 1917 According to Brown, Pearson Shoemaker eventually retired from farming and and was replaced by the two-story house that now sits on the property.

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These days, the Browns retain 103 acres, including the original homestead.

Harvey, who retired some years ago, rents out much of the land, and some acres are set aside as part of the Soil Conservation Program. Sue also retired after 28 years as a 928 South Division 200 North Street registered nurse at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Polo, IL 61064 Prophetstown, IL 61277 (815) 946-2393 (815) 537-2304 “I’m the fifth generation,” Brown said. “I’ve got five generations up here in the cemetery” by the United Methodist Church. “The only time I was really gone was when I Harvey and Sue Brown live in a two-story house in rural Eagle was in the service, and I really don’t have much desire to move around.”

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SECTION B

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Cardinals are Class 1A Champs!!

By Cody Cutter ccutter@saukvalley.com

Two Cardinals’ possessions later, junior quarterback Hunter Daws found the Turns out defense does opportunity to put together a indeed win championships. rare pass play. With 7:26 left The Forreston Cardinals in the second quarter, Daws added another 1A state eyed out Barkalow on the football championship Nov. other side of a pile of players 25 as big goal line stands in his view and lobbed a pass on fourth down against the over and into Barkalow’s Decatur St. Teresa Bulldogs hands for a 54-yard score. kept momentum on their “We have surprised teams side. in the past with it,” Daws They were enough to help said. “It just works so well.” the Cardinals’ potent Wing-T “I knew I was going to be offense gradually build a lead open right when we called and run away with a 35-7 win it,” Barkalow said. “After at Memorial Stadium on the I got out there, I just had to campus of the University of make sure I could catch it Illinois. and get in there.”

Only twice over the course The Bulldogs answered of an undefeated season has back with a pass play of their Forreston (14-0) given up own, as Ryan Fyke connected more than two touchdowns with Simon Brinkoetter for a in a game — against Galena 67-yard score with 5:57 left in Week 2, and Stark County in the half. Christensen knew in the second round of the he made a mistake on that playoffs. play and wanted to make up The Cardinals’ defense for it as soon as he could. was all over the run game of With a 93-yard kickoff the Bulldogs (12-2), and held return moments later, a 2,000-yard rusher in St. Christensen did just that.

Teresa’s Jacardia Wright to The longest kickoff return only 46 yards on 16 carries. in 1A title game history put The key to a great defense? the Cardinals up for good at “It really comes down to 14-7. hitting them as hard as you “On the defensive play, I Forreston’s Lane Henneman (43) tackles Decatur’s Zach Jarrett (21). Photo by Earleen Hinton can,” 6-foot, 6-inch junior kind of let up and slipped a linebacker Sam Barkalow little bit,” Christensen said. said. “Trust your reads, trust “I knew I had to bring the your instinct, and whatever guys back up and get to it.” you do, do it 100 percent.”

The Bulldogs once more Barkalow had a pair of made it to the Cardinals’ tackles for loss, and had a big 2-yard line on the following stop to deny the Bulldogs’ drive, peppered with short first real threat with 1:15 passes, but once again left in the first quarter. Wright was stuffed — this The Bulldogs got as far as time by Gavin Fuchs for one the Cardinals’ 2-yard line of his team-high nine tackles. before Cardinals senior AJ “We have some big Christensen had a pair of linemen up front, but we got short stops on Wright. St. stopped.” St. Teresa coach Teresa called on Zach Jarrett Mark Ramsey said, “It’s hard for a right end-around, but he to explain, but those two was met by Barkalow from goal-line stands were the behind; hanging around just difference in the game.” enough to force Jarrett out of Also hurting the Bulldogs bound for the turnover. were critical face mask and “Every down, I got to holding calls on a Forreston treat it like fourth down,” drive early in the third quarter, Barkalow said. “I got to one which was capped by a control the outside, and also 2-yard touchdown from Matt come down inside. Either Akins. Both of the penalties way, you just have to get it Turn to B2 Forreston’s AJ Christensen (41) runs for a gain against Decatur St. Teresa on Friday. Photo by Earleen Hinton done.”

Defense was the key to Forreston’s Class 1A title

By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Since I was unable to be in attendance at Memorial Stadium for Forreston’s football championship, these random thoughts come from being ensconced in television, radio, internet press conferences and social media coverage of the 1A title game.

Forreston’s defense continued to be lauded, not just regionally, but all over Illinois. A 1A/2A football message board was abuzz with praise throughout the game on how the Cardinals pursued to the ball.

Other than a fluke touchdown catch by Decatur St. Teresa, it was complete domination.

Decatur star runner Jacardia Wright looked like he was done after his team’s second possession, as he gingerly walked off the field. It’s doubtful he’s ever been gang-tackled this aggressively.

In the first quarter, QB Ryan Fyke did manage to get a fourth-down pass off under pressure and Mike Davis made a diving catch to keep a drive alive. However, those types of plays are unsustainable and the law of averages would eventually catch up with Decatur.

On the tail end of that drive, Forreston set a tone

for the game with its first goaline stand.

Besides keeping Decatur off the scoreboard, it demoralized them.

Credit needs to go to Decatur for an outstanding defense early in the game.

AJ Christensen had a 16yard run to start the game, but the next four running plays netted five yards and Forreston gave the ball back.

The next Cardinal possession was another fourth down stop by the Bulldogs. The third offensive possession resulted in a punt, as the first quarter ended 0-0.

On try number four, Decatur forced another fourth down and the large Forreston contingent at Memorial Stadium may have been wondering when their team’s offense was going to get into high gear.

It took a pass to do that.

On Sam Barkalow’s second catch of the year and coincidentally second touchdown, he was unchecked at the line of scrimmage and used his quarter-miler speed to get open. It was the same play used against Le-Win. Decatur coach Mark Ramsey knew it was coming, but his defense was helpless to stop it. In his pregame comments, he spoke of Forreston’s running game lulling a team to sleep and then going over the top with a pass.

Forreston’s Sam Barkalow (88) dives to sack Decatur St. Teresa quarterback Ryan Fyke (6) as linemen Steve Christensen (55) and Skylar Regez (54) also close in. Photo by Earleen Hinton

That’s exactly what happened and the Cardinals led 7-0, as Don Werntz of FM 92.1 offered this tidbit Forreston has never trailed in a game all season long.

Decatur was quickly discovering they did not have the resources to defend both run and pass. The fact Decatur had success shutting the ground game early was an indicator of “all hands on boards” against the run.

That leaves the pass open and a team like Forreston will capitalize on it.

For Decatur, it was pick your poison. Do you give up the run to stop the pass or gamble on having everybody stacked at the line scrimmage?

That is the effect Forreston’s offense has on 1A opposition. In the playoffs, no team had adequate personnel to stop

the multifaceted attack.

On Decatur’s touchdown catch, Lane Henneman and Joseph Fiorello collided with one another, with AJ Christensen caught in the wash and the Decatur receiver took advantage of the Three Stooges like miscue. At least this week’s team film session will have a bit of comic relief.

On the ensuing kickoff, Decatur players failed to stay

in their lanes and exhibited poor tackling technique, resulting in Christensen’s return for a touchdown and what Ramsey called a ‘backbreaker’.

Decatur had a chance to tie the game at 14 before half, but three defenders tackled Wright for no gain on a fourth-down goaline stand.

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The Forreston crowd celebrates the Cardinals’ second state championship. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Cardinals won second state title From B1 occurred in Bulldogs’ territory, and both gave the Cardinals fresh sets of downs.

Fuchs and Christiansen – who led the Cardinals with 183 yards on 18 carries – added TD runs of over 40 yards in the fourth quarter to

put the game out of reach.

“I thought our defense really bailed us out in the first half,” Forreston coach Denny Diduch said. “We knew our defense would be able to back us up on two goal-line stands that were critical.”

The championship is the 11th for the NUIC since the

playoffs expanded to eight classes in 2001. Diduch credits the competition in the conference toward being great preparation for such important games. He cited their 26-6 win over West Carroll in Week 5 as an example.

“They came out and tried

to control the tempo on us,” Diduch recalled. “They hit us with short passes, and I think that took us out of our rhythm. That prepared us for today, because Decatur St. Teresa was hitting us with those short passes, but we just relaxed and stayed within our framework.”

interview, Ramsey referred to the goaline stands as the “difference in the game” and Diduch called them “incredible”.

Before the game, Ramsey stated that his team’s offense was based around Wright.

With that plan not working, Decatur found itself in a precarious situation. Instead of relying on a highly touted D-I prospect, they began throwing the ball, even several times to a freshman wide receiver.

With a stable of backup running backs that could start for any 1A team in the state, Forreston had a huge advantage in the depth department. That embarrassment of riches was evident on the second-half kickoff return. Sophomore Evan Kelsey, not even in the regular rotation of backs, had a nice-looking 26-yard return to give Forreston good field position.

That led to 55-yard scoring drive and Matt Akins touchdown. Decatur, plagued by penalties all year, hurt itself on that drive with a face mask and pass interference.

Trailing 20-7, Decatur got its only long gain from Wright - a 14-yarder. The Bulldogs added another first down, but a Tyler Bryant 15yard sack of Fyke forced a punt.

One of the message board,

it was stated that it would just be a matter of time before Forreston started intercepting Fyke.

That was the result, with Fiorello and Gavin Fuchs getting the picks, as the TV commentators talked about Decatur being out of synch.

More than them being out of synch, it was Forreston’s defense disrupting the game plan. Fuchs and Henneman had seven solo tackles each from the secondary.

The play that gave the TV folks the most glee and one that was replayed over and over was the 47yard touchdown run by Christensen, where he completely faked out Mike Davis. It was called ‘breaking the ankles’ of a defender, because of how one’s body gets twisted around.

What makes this more impressive is that Davis, a senior defensive back, was one of Decatur’s best players, not an underclass substitute.

The final thought on the game and one that is more noticeable on TV than being there in person, was the play of Forreston’s line.

Besides Wright, Decatur’s calling card was its offense and defensive lines. They likely gave Forreston’s line its toughest test of the year, but as TV replays and analysis showed, the Cardinals responded with a physical dominance.

Marcos rev up running game and bury Clippers ​ y Brian Weidman B bweidman@sauk valley.com Once the Polo boys basketball team got the speed of the game to its liking, there was no slowing it down.

The Marcos laced up their track sneakers, especially in the second half, and rolled to a 90-66 win against Amboy in an AFC Thanksgiving Tournament game on Friday night in Ashton.

Polo (3-0), which entered the game averaging 74.5 points, was virtually unstoppable on offense, whether it be in half-court sets, or especially when it got out and ran. The Marcos’ stable of athletes created easy opportunities for a good chunk of the game.

“I think that’s going to be a key to our success,” Polo coach Matt Messer said. “If we can get out and run, and get about 20 points a quarter, then we’ve got a good shot at winning. If somebody can bog us down, then we’ll be in trouble.”

The Marcos led 43-30 at halftime, then opened the second half with an 11-2 run that broke it open. Amboy (1-2) crept back to within 12 points at 57-45 on a 3-pointer from Mitchell McLaughlin

with 1:50 remaining in the third quarter, but Polo closed the period with an 8-2 run to go back up by 18 points, and steadily increased the margin over the last 8 minutes.

Leading the way for Polo was Justin Young, a 6-foot4 sophomore who finished with 24 points and 11 rebounds. He was able to post up the Clippers when necessary, but got the bulk of his points as part of the Marcos’ running game.

“Young was fantastic tonight, and this is what we expected of him,” Messer said. “He had similar numbers at the fresh-soph level last year as a freshman, but I didn’t know if it would translate as well [to the varsity]. Tonight, it really did. He was able to run their bigs, and just keep running, and then made some strong post moves.”

For Young, it’s just a matter of fitting in with a group that does not have a senior in the starting lineup.

“We run up and down the court a lot, and have great outside shooters,” Young said. “It’s been real fun so far to play.”

Reid Taylor had 14 points and nine rebounds to back Young, and was part of a balanced attack. Brady Webb and Trevin Woodin both had

14 points, while Braiden Soltow and Dakota Meyer added 10 apiece.

For the Clippers, Jordan Hochstatter had a big game with 26 points on 8-for11 shooting. Justin Hart finished 17 points, and McLaughlin added 13.

First-year Amboy head coach Josh Glawe is not averse to playing an uptempo style of ball, but it has to be paired with serviceable defense.

“We want to play fast, but defensively, half of them don’t know how to help,” Glawe said, “so our whole rotation was off defensively, and they ended up getting layups. That’s what really killed us. We liked the pace, we know we have enough shooters, but it was their speed that beat us down the court. At halftime, they had 20 points off transition.

“We play them twice yet to come, so we’ll see what we can do to slow them down.”

Amboy will wrap up AFC tournament play on Saturday against LaMoille-Ohio, then Polo will take on AFC (3-0) in the title game.

“They’re pretty good – you’ve got to respect them,” Young said of the host Raiders. “I think that it will Polo’s Trevin Woodin shoots the ball during the first quarter of the Marcos’ game be a good game and close against the Amboy Clippers Friday night in Ashton. Photo by Michael Krabbenhoeft battle.”

Sports Column Forreston rules the roost in 1A football

By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com

All is well, not just in Forreston, but also in Leaf River, German Valley, Baileyville and even Adeline.

The northwest part of Ogle county is bringing back a second state football title in three years and a third title in 2017 is a very strong possibility.

Over the last 20 years, schools such as Carthage, Galena, Stark County, Tuscola, Dakota and Lena-Winslow have laid claim to be reigning dynasties of 1A football.

There is no question as to who is on the throne now. It

is the Forreston Cardinals, fortunate enough to have once-in-a-generation sports class three years apart.

With dominating performances in 2014 and 2016 and bright prospects for the future, the rest of Illinois has come to recognize Forreston as the top 1A program in the state When the first AP polls come out in 2017, Forreston should be a unanimous No. 1 pick. Until someone knocks them off, that’s the heady ride they will continue on, maybe all the way to Huskie Stadium in DeKalb, site of the next year’s state title games.

Based upon returners elsewhere, the northwest division of the NUIC will be more competitive, especially Le-Win and EPC. Look for Dakota and Galena also to be improved.

That’s four heavyweights Forreston will face, besides an up-and-coming West Carroll program, a sleeping giant in Amboy, a traditionally solid East Dubuque team and a combined squad from Pec and Durand.

This year, the Cardinals averaged a 30-point differential in conference play.

Next year could see the same, but will be more of a chore.

I have no idea how scheduling will work with Pec and Durand cooping, but I’d love to see Forreston play someone like Sterling Newman or Oregon in nonconference action. What about 5A Freeport; could the 2017 Forreston team give them a game?

I think so, but all the those scenarios aren’t really feasible.

The 2016 team ended the season No. 3 all time on

IHSA’s rushing list with 5,288 yards. First is Joliet Catholic with 6,609 yards from its 2007 powerhouse team.

Another NUIC team, 2012 Stockton, is second with 5,490 yards. The 2014 Cardinal team is 10th all time with 4,885 yards rushing.

The only other area team in the top 20 is Byron’s 1999 state champs with 4686.

Comparing the 2014 and 2016 Forreston teams, the 2014 squad had 5,912 total yards and 2016 had 5,784.

Statistics aside, what impressed me just as much was the demeanor and respectful manner of this year’s team.

I’m not close to the inner workings of the high school, but I sense there is some good structure for the kids, starting with the superintendent, down through the principal, athletic director and most importantly,

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the football staff.

And, getting to know a few of the parents over the years, it starts at home too.

And let’s not forget trainers Katie Benning and Eric Katzenberger.

Amazingly, the team came into the championship game injury

free and spent most of the year that way. That’s a rarity and also a credit to the strength and conditioning program coach Diduch runs.

I was just glad to be around for the ride as an outsider looking in.

On another note, thanks to all that passed along positives messages from the column of two weeks. Apparently, it struck a chord with you.

Allow me to share one such response from Gary Peterson, general manager of WRHL in Rochelle – “Right on the money. I just wish it could be read at all high schools in the area so kids would hear some truth once in awhile and also distributed to parents to read.

I worry for this country when all these little ‘snowflakes’, who can’t handle the slightest disappointment, are in charge.”

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Courthouse tree came from Sand Ridge land The evergreen tree gracing the Ogle County Courthouse lawn this holiday season was donated by the Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County.

It was grown on the PPSOC’s Sand Ridge property on South Daysville Road, Oregon.

Oregon Park District employees cut the tree, selected several weeks before by Debbie Dickson, Chamber of Commerce director, and Bob and Sonia

Vogl, PSOC Board members.

In only a few minutes, the men cut and loaded the tree and then selected, cut, and loaded a second for the Nash Center, also a donation by PPSOC. Cut your own Christmas tree sales at the Sand Ridge site started last week.

Sales will continue for the weekends of Dec. 3 and 4, 10 and 11, and 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with weekday sales through Friday, Dec. 23 from 2 to 4

p.m.

Beautiful trees left on the former Sinnissippi Tree Farm property, purchased by the PPSOC, will be sold to pay for the 82-acre site which contains high quality prairie remnants.

Helpful “elves” will be available to help tree hunters have a good experience.

PPSOC, a non-profit organization, sells trees to raise funds for restoration and maintenance of the site’s natural areas.

Mt. Morris Moose to offer brunch with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 17 The Mt. Morris Moose is the place to be for family fun or an evening out.

Bingo is held every Thursday at 5 p.m.

The Moose’s famous fried chicken dinner is served that evening, and a special

is offered on meal to bingo players. Chicken is served until 8 p.m.

The second Saturday of every month (Dec. 10) from 2 to 6 p.m. is the Opry Jamboree.

Come and enjoy some live

downhome music and a bite to eat.

The Moose will hold Brunch with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 17.

Enjoy brunch along with the Mooseheart kids and some Members of the Oregon Park District stand by the tree they selected for the Ogle bingo with prizes for kids.

County Courthouse. Photo by Chris Johnson

Guest Column Election Day in Ogle County

By Laura J. Cook Ogle County Clerk and Recorder The election staff of the County Clerk’s Office began their work day at 4:30 a.m. on Nov. 8 preparing for the day’s events.

The election judges in Ogle County reported at 5 a.m. to set-up the polling places and to be ready for voters at 6 a.m.

The election judges from various polling places check in and are ready for opening.

All polling places in Ogle County opened at 6 a.m. with no problems to report.

With the State Board of Elections extending Voter Registration Online until Oct. 23, on Election Day, many of the online registered voters reported to their polling place and learned their names were not located in the poll books.

This meant the election judges needed to ask for identification and call the

clerk’s office for verified the voter was verification. eligible, they instructed Once the clerk’s the election judge to fill office verified the out the paperwork, tell voter was registered the voter they would online, the election need to re-register after judge filled out the the election, and that Laura J. paperwork and the voter was able to cast Cook voter was able to cast his or her ballot. their ballot.

In Ogle County, if you In Ogle County there were were not registered to over 200 voter registration vote, changed your name applications submitted or address; you were able online. to do so at the courthouse There were also a number through Grace Period Voter of calls where the voter has Registration. not voted since 1997 to 2008, The voter had to provide and once the clerk’s office two forms of ID and one had

to have a current address.

Once this information was provided, the election judges registered the voters and they were able to cast their ballot.

Ogle County saw a record turnout of 72.74 percent voter turnout on Nov. 8 for the General Election.

This is an all-time high for a Presidential Election for Ogle County. In 2012 it was 67.25 percent and 2008 it was 61.95 percent.

Ogle County is lucky to have dedicated individuals to serve as judges of election on Election Day.

The election judge who operates the polling place is a very important part of the electoral process.

This person is the only contact the county clerk’s office has with the general public during voting hours, and they are responsible for administering the actual voting procedures in each precinct.

Without this individual, it would be impossible to conduct an election.

Thank you, election judges, for your service to the people of Ogle County.

Rochelle was arrested for on a warrant for failure to appear. Mabrie’s full cash bond was set at $462 pending a Nov. 28 court appearance.

alcohol.

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

Grealish was also cited for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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

Nov. 21 At 1:27 p.m., deputies and the Byron Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle crash on Illinois 2 north of Kennedy Hill Road.

Megan A. Hendrickson, 19, Princeton, was southbound on Illinois 2 when she lost control of her car and struck the guardrail on the right and then struck the side of a northbound semi tractor trailer combination driven by Eric C. Van Aken, 42, Rockford.

Hendrickson was transported to St Anthony Hospital for apparently minor injuries, and Van Aken was not injured.

The crash is still under investigation.

At 2:51 p.m., deputies and the Byron Fire Department responded to a one-vehicle crash on Illinois 2 south of Meridian Road.

Cynthia C. Sheehan, 38, Byron was northbound, lost control of her car and struck

a tree on the west side of the roadway.

Following a lengthy extrication, Sheehan was transported to Rockford Memorial Hospital for apparent non life threatening injuries.

Her 10-year-old daughter was also transported for apparently minor injuries.

The crash is still under investigation.

At approximately 5:41 p.m., deputies and the Oregon Police department responded to a single vehicle accident in the 600 block of West Illinois 64.

After an investigation it was learned that Bradley J Bauer, 35, Oregon, was eastbound on Illinois 64 and drove off of the roadway and struck a tree causing damage to the vehicle.

Bauer was transported to KSB hospital by Oregon EMS for non life threatening injuries.

Bauer was issued citations for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and improper lane usage.

Shane Martin, 31, Byron, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Martin’s full cash bond was set at $2,507 pending a Dec. 19 court appearance.

At 4:20 p.m., deputies received a report of a violation of an order of protection occurring in the 15000 block of Royster Road.

After further investigation, Brandon L. Lundberg, 24, Rockford, was arrested for violation of an order of protection.

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

Nov. 22 Marissa Panther, 25, Rockford, was arrested for pperating an uninsured motor vehicle. Panther’s bond was set at $2,000 pending a Nov. 23 court appearance.

Nov. 23 Lake Ertel, 22, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for a petition to revoke. Ertel’s bond was

set set at $15,000 pending a Nov. 28 court appearance.

Michael Aviles, 43, Sterling, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear and on a petition to revoke.

His bonds were set at $153 and $10,000 pending a Nov. 28 court appearance.

Nov. 25 At 3:49 p.m., deputies and Dixon Rural Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle crash on Illinois 26 in Woosung.

A car driven by Michelle J. Debates, 28, Polo, was northbound on Illinois 26 and was unable to stop to avoid striking a car driven by Carolyn J. Self, 37, Minooka, who was stopped awaiting a left turn.

Self was transported to KSB Hospital for apparently minor injuries.

Debates was ticketed for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

Nov. 26 Peter Paul Mabrie, 26,

At approximately 12:55 a.m., deputies initiated a traffic stop in the 4000 block of South Illinois 26.

After further investigation David Yeager, 46, Dixon, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol.

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

At 11:01 p.m., deputies along with the Oregon Police Department responded to the area of Jennie Lane in reference to a suspicious person, who had left in a gray vehicle.

While the officers were checking the area they located the vehicle in park with a single male occupant.

After an investigation the driver Egan H. Grealish, 20, Indianapolis, Indiana, was arrested for driving while under the influence of

David Thurman Jr., 18, Freeport, was arrested at 9:34 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 9000 block of North Illinois 26.

Thurman was also issued citations for speeding and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Nov. 27 At 5:34 p.m., deputies responded to 223 S Center Road in Creston for a complaint of criminal damage to property.

Upon further investigation Lucus Hoffstead, 23, Creston, was taken into custody and charged with criminal damage to property.

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

Oregon Police Activity Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity.

Nov. 14 Michael A. Pendleton, 26, Apple River, was arrested at 9 a.m. for driving while license suspended. Pendleton was transported to the Ogle County jail.

At 4:37 p.m., police investigated a twovehicle traffic crash at the

intersection of Seventh and Washington Streets involving a 2012 Chevrolet driven

by Joseph E. Lybarger, 61, Mt. Morris, and a 2015 Fiat driven by Sage E. Rogers, 25, Oregon. Lybarger was issued a citation for improper backing.

Nov. 16 Teresa L. Peet, 60, Oregon, was issued a citation at 3:31 p.m. for use of a cell phone while driving. This violation

occurred in the 1300 block of Koontz Place.

Jeremy L. Lewis, 28, Oregon, was arrested at 10 p.m. on an outstanding Lee County warrant for failure to appear. Lewis was transported to the Ogle County jail.

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Eric Peterson, 26, Stillman Valley, possession of a controlled substance, preliminary hearing Nov. 23.

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

Janelle Miranda, 37, Rockford, possession of cocaine with the intent to deliver, pretrial conference Dec. 12.

Nov. 15 Joseph Werstine, 19, Rochelle, criminal sexual assault, criminal sexual abuse, jury trial Jan. 17.

Nov. 16 Robert McLain, Jr., 26, Rockford, possession of a controlled substance, preliminary hearing Dec. 28.

Holly Merson, 36, Davis Junction, domestic battery, status hearing Dec. 7.

William Wogen, 44, Rochelle, aggravated domestic battery, jury status call Jan. 23.

Cory Love, 40, Mt. Morris, driving while license revoked, preliminary hearing Dec. 7.

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Nov. 18 Matthew Bettner, 35, Oregon, driving while license revoked, preliminary hearing Dec. 14.

Nathan Fraley, 24, Forreston, possession of a controlled substance, preliminary hearing Dec. 7.

Sammy Silvas, 37, Rochelle, predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, aggravated criminal sex abuse, pretrial conference Dec. 12.

Eduardo Vega, Jr., 37, Rochelle, predatory criminal sexual assault, jury status call Nov. 28.

Jennifer Stark, 31, Rochelle, aggravated assault, preliminary hearing Nov. 23.

Nov. 21 Chad Jornlin, 41, Dixon, retail theft, jury status call Nov. 28.

Randolph Knee, 53, Byron, pleaded guilty to retail theft.

He has been accepted into the Ogle County Drug Court Program and agreed to abide by all terms and conditions of the drug court program.

Judge Robert Hanson ordered him to pay the drug court program fee of $1,500 and sentenced him to six years in the Illinois Department of Corrections with one year of mandatory supervised release.

The sentence is stayed

pending Knee’s successful completion of drug court.

Dawn Miller, 43, Rochelle, pleaded guilty to retail theft.

Judge Robert Hanson sentenced her to 180 days in jail, of which she has served 44 days with day for day credit.

The remaining 92 days are stayed until Sept. 18.

Miller will be on 12 months probation. Hanson ordered her to submit to random drug and alcohol testing, cooperate and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as directed, have no contact with the victim; and pay a $300 probation fee; $25 to CrimeStoppers; and$100 to VCVA Fund.

Nov. 23 Jasper Rager, 27, Oregon, aggravated battery, domestic battery, unlawful restraint, jury status call Nov. 28.

Jennifer Stark, 31, Rochelle, aggravated assault, jury status call Nov. 28.

Eric Peterson, 26, Stillman Valley, possession of a controlled substance, preliminary hearing Jan. 11.

Graham Flinchum, 37, Ashton, delivery of a controlled substance, pretrial conference Jan. 9.

Lisa Patten, 34, Wisconsin, residential burglary, jury status call Nov. 28.

Property Transfers Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the county recorder’s office.

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

Nov. 18 Brad Hill, quit claim to Kenneth L. Hill, Harvey Road, Pine Creek Township.

Kenneth L. Hill, warranty deed to Steven Hill, Harvey Road, Pine Creek Township, $74,925.

Deustche Bank National Trust Company, warranty deed to Jennifer Pittman and Bradley Pittman, 1213 Union Drive, Scott Township, $147,000.

Mark J. Hubbard and Leslie R. Hubbard, warranty deed to N.P. Dodge Jr. (Trustee), Leslie A. Delperdang (Trustee) and

National Equity INC, 159 Deerwood Court, Byron Township, $149,900.

Daniel M. Pierce, quit claim to Mary C. Pierce and Daniel M. Pierce, 1391 S. Krishill Rd., Oregon-Nashua Township.

Waldtraut Louise Peter, quit claim to Enels & Co, 303 Portage Lane, Taylor Township.

Nov. 21 Timothy D. King and Rhonda L. King, warranty deed to Michael D. Anderson and Ashley E. Koza, 6895 N. Summit Drive, Marion Township, $155,000.

Champaign Investment LLC, warranty deed to Justin Francis and Lawrence Francis, 6192 N. Limestone Rd., Monroe Township, $78,000.

Maria Nerina Dennis, quit claim to The Robert Dennis Loving Trust, 1010 Sunset Terrace, Flagg Township.

Nov. 22 Gary L. Urwiler and Donna M. Urwiler, warranty deed to Chad M. Isley and Sara A. Isley, 150 S. Hickory Lane, Oregon-Nashua Township, $153,000.

Jason M. Whelan and Brandy M. Whelan, warranty deed to Jacob Diehl, 5205 W. Murray Drive, Grand Detour

Township, $84,000.

Philip L. Platz and Janet L. Platz, warranty deed to Darcie J. Schier, 307 W. Lincoln St., Mt. Morris Township, $54,500.

Beverly K. Kearns, quit claim to David C. Nesemeier and Dina M. Nesemeier, 7048 S. Hoosier Rd., Taylor Township.

Sterling Federal Bank, warranty deed to Nationwide Property Restoration LLC, 501 E. Colden St., Buffalo Township, $20,002.

Kenneth Drabek and Mary J. Drabek, warranty deed to Olympic Technologies Inc, 411 W. Mason St., Buffalo Township, $6,000.

Nov. 23 Carolyn F. Seeley, warranty deed to Scott D. Olson, 7600 S. Ridge Rd, Grand Detour Township, $125,000.

Thomas A. Peters and Joanne M. Peters, warranty deed to Jason Shull and Jessica Shull, 1230 Springdale Drive, Flagg Township, $135,000.

Obituary Michael C. Greve Sr. Michael C. Greve Sr., 61, Dixon, died on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016 at his home.

He was born on Oct. 26, 1955 in Woodstock, the son of William and Lillian (Miller) Greve.

He had worked at PlewsEdelmann, IMECO, and SGS Refrigeration, all in Dixon, as well as the Amboy Garden Shop.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.

Michael was a member

of the Dixon VFW Post 540, and Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Dixon.

Survivors include his children, Michael (Priscilla Young) Greve Jr., Dixon, Michelle Greve, Oregon, and Mark (Jackie) Greve, Dixon; 10 grandchildren; his mother, Lillian Greve, Harvard; three brothers, Bill Greve, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Kenny Greve, Darlington, Wisconsin, and Bobby (Theresa) Greve, Watseka; two foster sisters,

Alice (Leroy) Dukes, Amboy, and Delores White, Ashton; one foster brother, John (Diane) Nicholson, Franklin Grove; and the mother of his children, Sue Hicks, Oregon.

He was preceded in death by his father; one brother; two sisters; and foster parents, Bud and Barbara Nicholson.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, Dec. 2 at 11 a.m. at Mihm-Jones Funeral Home, Amboy, with the Rev. Rick Wulf officiating.

Burial will follow in Woodside Cemetery, Lee Center, with military graveside rites by the Amboy American Legion.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, Dec. 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

A memorial has been established.

Condolences may be sent online at www. thejonesfh.com.

More obituaries appear on B5.

Oregon Police Activity From B3 at 9:07 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

This violation occurred in the 500 block of Monroe Street.

At 11:20 p.m., police responded to a disturbance call in the 100 block of South Fourth Street resulting in the arrest of Jay R. Bonnette, 28, Oregon, on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear.

Bonnette was transported to the Ogle County jail.

Nov. 18 At 5:32 p.m., police investigated a car vs. deer traffic crash just north of the North Fourth and Fair Streets intersection, where a 2012

Chrysler, driven by Kelly A. Diehl, 35, Oregon, struck a deer as it ran across the road.

No citations were issued.

Nov. 20 At 9:34 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash on the Washington Street bridge just west of the North River Road intersection involving a 2001 Dodge driven by Dana L. Anderson, 61, Oregon, and a 2003 Buick driven by Jennifer L. Clark, 42, Oregon.

Anderson was issued citations for failure to yield from a private road or drive and improper lane usage.

Jaime L. Carter, 35, Oregon, was arrested at 10:30

a.m. on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. Carter was also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Carter was transported to the Ogle County jail.

Nov. 21 Edlen A. Tomlinson, 60, Rock Island, was issued a citation at 3:09 p.m. for operating a vehicle with no valid registration. This violation occurred in the 400 block of North Fourth Street.

Nov. 23 At approximately 1:30 p.m., police took one female juvenile, 14, Oregon, into limited custody for the offense of being a runaway.

The juvenile was released into a parent’s custody with

NOTICEOFPROPOSEDPROPERTYTAX INCREASEFORFORRESTVILLEUNITSCHOOLDISTRICT#221 I. A public hearing to approve a proposed tax levy increase for Forrestville Valley Unit School District #221, Ogle and Stephenson Counties, Illinois, for 2016 will be held on December 14, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. at Forreston Junior/Senior High School at 601 E. Main Street, Forreston, Illinois.

Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district must contact Sheri Smith, Superintendent, 601 E. Main Street, Forreston, Illinois at 815-938-2036.

II. The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended or abated for 2015 were $4,263,494.76.

The proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for 2016 are $4,471,497.00. This represents a 4.88% increase over the previous year.

III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public building commission leases for 2015 were $1,282,686.02.

The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases with an abatement for 2016 are $1,324,056.00. This represents a 3.23% increase from the previous year.

IV. The total property taxes extended or abated for the year 2015 were $5,546,180.78.

The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2016 are $5,795,553.00. This represents a 4.50% increase over the previous year.

Dated this 16th day of November, 2016.

BOARD OF EDUCATION OF FORRESTVILLE VALLEY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #221, OGLE & STEPHENSON COUNTIES, ILLINOIS

no further action taken.

At 8:17 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the Subway restaurant parking lot, located in the 500 block of W. Washington Street involving a 2002 Pontiac driven by Scott A. Williams, 42, Oregon, and a parked 2008 Pontiac belonging to Tammy Miller, 45, Mt. Morris.

No citations were issued.

Nov. 25 At 6:48 p.m., police took a report of a hit and run, that occurred in the 200 block of South Eighth Street involving an unoccupied and parked 2005 Honda belonging to Sandra Reynolds, 47, Oregon.

The left front bumper of Reynolds’ vehicle was struck by an unknown vehicle that left the scene, leaving no information.

Anyone having any information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Oregon Police Department at 815-7322162.

Ten parking tickets and seven verbal/written warnings were issued from Nov. 14-27.

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

General calls for service through dispatch Nov. 14-27 Checking a Subject/ Vehicle............................. 9 Citizen Complaints........ 11 Animal Complaint........... 1 Ordinance Violations....... 5 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem........................... 8 Disturbance / Domestic.......................... 6 Assist EMS / Other Department.................... 13 Alarm Response / Open Door or Window.............. 5 Lockout Vehicle/ Building........................... 3 911 Hang-up / Open Line.................................. 2 Traffic Stops.................... 9

TRUTH IN TAXATION Notice of Proposed Tax Increase for Oregon Park District.

I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for Oregon Park District for 2016 will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Nash Recreation Center, 304 S. 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois. Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Andrea Messenger, Secretary to the Board, 304 S. 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 (815) 732-3101.

II. The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended for 2015 were $1,567,832.00. The proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for 2016 are $1,648,486.00.

This represents a 5.14% increase over the previous year.

III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public building commission leases for 2015 were $1,091,103.00. The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases for 2016 are $1,291,350.00. This represents a 18.35% increase over the previous year.

IV. The total property taxes extended for 2015 were $2,658,935.00.

The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2016 are $2,939,836.00. This represents a 10.56% increase over the previous year.

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Richard W. Bentley Richard William Bentley, 89, Janesville, Wisconsin, died on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016 at UW Hospital, Madison.

Richard (Dick) was born to Lee and Dorothy (Doose) Bentley in Rock Island, on Oct. 20, 1927.

He married Marcelene Taylor on June 20, 1948, in

Franklin, Kentucky.

Dick attended Davenport Central High School, Davenport, Iowa.

He lived in Davenport, Iowa, Sterling, Mt. Morris, and Rockford before moving to Janesville to be closer to his grandchildren.

He is survived by his children, Pamela E. Bentley, Columbus, Ohio, Beth Bentley

Webb, Janesville, Wisconsin, and David J. Bentley, Roscoe; three grandchildren, Kellen Webb, Emily Webb Arthur, and Bert Webb.

Per Dick’s wishes no formal services will be held.

All Faiths Funeral Home, Janesville, Wisconsin, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.866allfaiths.com.

grandson, and many faithful employees.

He was passionate about his business. He loved what he did, the people he met, and the places he traveled.

Grant was devoted to his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Surviving are his wife, Beverly Groenewold; sons, Gregory Groenewold, Forreston, Gary (Catherine) Groenewold, Baltimore, Maryland, Guy (Dawn) Groenewold, Forreston; and daughter, Elizabeth

(Ekkehard) Schoettle, Lake Forest; grandchildren, Grant S. Groenewold, Forreston, Dagmar, Anke and George Schoettle, Lake Forest, Elizabeth (Micah) Orsie and Nicholas Groenewold, Baltimore, Maryland, and Naeva and Christian Groenewold, Forreston; one sister, Gretchen Korzak, Santa Fe, New Mexico; and one brother, Gerald (Connie) Groenewold, Grand Forks, North Dakota; two sisters-inlaw, Betty Lawler and Helen Tengler, Springfield; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were scheduled for Wednesday Nov. 30 at 11 a.m. at North Grove Evangelical Church, Forreston.

Burial will be at North Grove Evangelical Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.

Sign Grant’s guestbook and a share a story at www. burketubbs.com.

dominos at the senior center.

She also loved to cross stitch.

She is survived by her three children, Joe (Linda) Schnorr, Knoxville, Tennessee, Gary (Kim) Schnorr, Oregon, and Mindy (Andy) Querio, Aurora; two grandsons, Jason Schnorr, Marquette, Michigan, and

Matt (Cassie) Schnorr, Mt. Morris; two brothers, James Kelly, Collinsville, and Clyde (Pam) Kelly, Belleville; one sister, Nancy (Bryon) Rahn, Decatur, Texas; and many nieces and nephews.

Ginnie was predeceased by her parents; husband, Chester; two brothers, Donald and Lawrence; and daughter-in-law, Mary Schnorr.

Funeral mass was held on Nov. 29 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Oregon, with Rev. Joseph Naill officiating.

Burial followed at the St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Arrangements were completed by FarrellHolland-Gale Funeral Home, 110 S. Seventh St., Oregon.

A memorial fund has been established for the American Cancer Society.

Visit www. farrellhollandgale.com to leave condolences.

back to Illinois in the early 1960s and decided to give printing a try, working at Kable Printing Company, Mt. Morris, becoming a journeyman and eventually a purchasing agent.

During this time he found his true love of photography.

Ken began doing outdoor portraits on his rural Brookville farm.

His photography became well-known and the studio became his full-time profession.

Ken later operated Villa Image in Freeport, and in 1987 moved the business to

his home in Mt. Morris.

Ken’s clients became longtime friends.

Ken won many state and national awards and one of his portraits appeared on the cover of the Professional Photographers of America magazine.

He was a humble man who listened more than he spoke.

He loved his family and his animals, especially his cats, Sabrina and Monroe.

Ken was an open-minded person who didn’t judge others and was always ready to listen to your concerns and opinions.

Grant G. Groenewold Grant George Groenewold, 85, Forreston, died on Friday, Nov. 25, 2016 to his eternal home after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Grant was born July 4, 1931 in Freeport, to George and Gertrude (Wendt) Groenewold.

He married Beverly Tengler of Springfield, on Nov. 1, 1959.

Grant graduated from Forreston High School in 1949. He always felt that it was through the encouragement of John I. Masterson that it was possible.

He served in the Korean War from 1952 to 1954.

Groenewold was an active member of North Grove Evangelical Church where he served as an elder for several years.

Grant purchased Groenewold Fur & Wool Co. in 1958 from his father.

Today the business is still operated by his three sons, his

Virginia L. Schnorr Virginia Lee Schnorr, 87, died on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016 at the Oregon Living and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on Aug. 12, 1929 in Ashley, the daughter of Lawrence and Linda (Barrell) Kelly.

“Ginnie” as she was known to most, graduated from Shawneetown High School.

Ginnie married Chester L. Schnorr on Sept. 20, 1947 in Rochelle; he preceded her in death in 1980.

She formerly owned and operated Ivy’s Closet Dress Shop for five years in Conover Square in Oregon.

In 1987 Ginnie decided to work at the Cook’s Collection Store in the Conover Square.

She was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Oregon.

Ginnie loved to play cards with her many card clubs and

Kenneth I. Heeren Kenneth I. Heeren, 77, Mt. Morris, died on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris.

Ken was born on Dec. 10, 1938 on the family farm in Shannon, the son of Alvin and Gertrude (Fuls) Heeren.

He farmed with his father both in Shannon and later on the ancestral farm in George, Iowa.

Ken loved tractors and did repair work for area neighbors as well as milked their cows when they were away.

Ken and his family moved

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Arlen C. “Art” Wright, 84, of Mt. Morris, former longtime resident of Oregon, died on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016 at his home.

He was born on June 2, 1932 in Oregon, the son of Harry “Pete” and Minnie (Helman) Wright.

He married Mary Owings on May 28, 1955 in Fresno, California.

Art was a U.S. Air Force veteran and member of Polo American Legion and lifetime member of Oregon VFW Post 8739.

He retired from Mott Brothers and worked at their offices in Rockford, DeKalb, and Rock Falls.

He was a member of Mt. Morris Moose Lodge and also the American Rabbit Breeders Association.

He enjoyed the outdoors

and gardening.

Survivors include his wife, Mary; son, Robert, Oregon; daughters, Cheri Wright, Oregon and Jackie Paul, Chana; grandchildren, Jake (Jenn) Zimmerman, Dusti Zimmerman, and Billy Paul; great-grandchildren, Andrew and Emily Zimmerman; sisters, Mary Lu Kessling

Paul (Mary) Borneman, Yorkville, Linda (Gary Melvin) Borneman, Forreston, Mary Jo (Daniel) Dilbeck, Winnebago, David Borneman, Ann Arbor, Michigan; grandchildren, Lisa Suttman, Monroe, Wisconsin, Peter Suttman, Chaska, Minnesota, John Borneman, Chicago, Sarah (David) Gray, Yorkville, Andrew (Miranda) Borneman, Bartlett, Timothy Borneman, Yorkville, Carolyn Dilbeck, Winnebago, Molly and Tess Borneman, Ann Arbor, Michigan; three greatgrandchildren; one stepgrandchild and three stepgreat-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Conroy Baker; and one granddaughter, Rebecca Dilbeck.

Funeral services were held on Nov. 28 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris.

Interment took place at West Grove Cemetery in rural Forreston.

Arrangements were completed by Finch Funeral Home, Mt. Morris.

The family thanks Pinecrest Manor and especially the Wing 3 staff for their excellent and compassionate care given to Helen.

In lieu of flowers, memorials should be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church or Pinecrest Manor, Mt. Morris. and Virginia Hoar, both of Roscoe; and brothers, Lyle (Fonda), Lanark, and Darryl (Therese),Highlands Ranch, Colorado.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Diane; a son, Mark; sisters, Flora and Mildred; brother, Clarence; half-siblings, Roland Wright, Alan Dietzman, and Lois Wright Thompson.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 30 at 10 a.m. at Farrell-HollandGale Funeral Home, 110 S. Seventh St., Oregon, with Rev. Chan Choi officiating.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 29 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Burial with military honors, will be in Lightsville Cemetery, near Leaf River.

Visit www. farrellhollandgale.com to leave online condolences.

Ken’s happiest times were traveling the back roads of Wisconsin with his wife Jan on his motorcycle and MG sports car.

He loved traveling to far away places, beaches, camping in the woods, and having a beer with his good friends.

He always strived to do his best no matter what the endeavor.

Ken is survived by his wife, Janet Heeren, Mt. Morris; daughter, Laurel (Doug) Bergren, Mt. Carroll; two sons, James Heeren, Beloit, Wisconsin, and Jason Heeren, South Beloit, Wisconsin; two step-daughters, Laurie Hongsermeier, Mt. Morris, and Cindy Deming, Evansville, Wisconsin; seven

grandchildren, five greatgrandchildren.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, John Heeren and Harold Heeren; one sister, Dorothy Bomgarden; brother-in-law, Ralph Bomgarden; and sisterin-law, Edith Heeren.

Memorial services were held on Nov. 26 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home.

Burial of cremains will be held at a later date.

Services were handled by Finch Funeral Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt. Morris, IL. Memorials may be made to Pinecrest Terrace.

Helen Elizabeth Borneman, 92, Leaf River, died on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016 at Pinecrest Manor, Mt. Morris.

She was born Dec. 30, 1923 in the family home in Mt. Morris, the second child and only daughter of Roy and Beulah (Conrad) Baker.

She graduated from Mt. Morris High School in 1941 and attended one year at Northern Illinois State Teachers College before starting her banking career.

Helen retired from Amcore Trust Company (originally Citizens State Bank of Mt. Morris)on Dec. 31, 1993 as vice president and trust officer after 51 years of employment.

In her younger years, Helen was active with the Ogle County Rural Youth organization, Mt. Morris Junior Women’s Club, Ogle County 4-H Foundation and the Mt. Morris 4th of July Planning Committee.

More recently she served on the Highland Community College Foundation Board, Pinecrest Auxiliary, and Pinecrest Foundation Board of Directors.

As a lifelong member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris, she worked with the Luther League youth and was a longtime member of the Dorcas Women’s group, Stewardship Committee and

TWELCA organization.

In addition, she served as the church’s financial secretary for 40 years.

In her youth, Helen enjoyed square dancing and roller skating.

She married Emerson Henry Borneman, Leaf River, on Sept. 20, 1953 at Trinity in Mt. Morris.

They were married 47 years and lived on the family farm north of Mt. Morris until his death on Christmas morning in 2000.

As a farm wife she planted a large garden and canned or froze the produce.

She enjoyed baking pies,hunting morel mushrooms,sewing, traveling, ice cream, and playing “42”.

She and Emerson frequently hosted sledding parties, hayrides, or class trips to see the baby animals.

Helen is survived by her five children, Louise (Craig) Suttman, Forreston,

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Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 South 5th Street, Suite #300, Oregon, IL 61061, or with the Representative, or both, on or before May 30, 2017, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: November 23, 2016 Christine Likas, Independent Representative Kyle G. Carlock WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C. Attorneys for Estate 202 E. 5th Street | P.O. Box 400 Sterling, IL 61081 P: 815.625.8200 carlock@wmpj.com December 1, 8th & 15th 2016

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITOGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC CORP; Plaintiff, -vsDENNIS RILEY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR JAMES W. WAKENIGHT III (DECEASED); JAMES WAKENIGHT, JR.; KIMBERLY M POOLE; VILLAGE OF MOUNT MORRIS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES W. WAKENIGHT III ; UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS ; Defendant(s).

Case No. 12 CH 160 RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on May 27, 2016, the Ogle County Sheriff will, on January 6, 2017, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NO: 08-27476-003 The improvement on the property consists of a Single unit dwelling.

Sale terms: cash in hand.

The Judgment amount was $98,638.78 The property will NOT be open for inspection.

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: Contact Michael Block, Esq. of WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC, Plaintiff's Attorney, 105 West Adams, Suite 1850, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 605-3500 ext. 1534.#12) 605-3500 ext. 1534.

Dec. 1, 8, 15, 2016

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: NEIL E. HOLLAND, Deceased NO. 2016-P-90 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Neil E. Holland. Letters of office were issued on November 15, 2016, to LuAnne R. Cann, 806 Monroe Street, Oregon, Illinois, 61061, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, WilliamsMcCarthyLLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, IL 61061.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

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

Dated this 23rd day of November, 2016.

LUANNE R. CANN Independent Executor For the Estate of NEIL E. HOLLAND, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMSMCCARTHY LLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com Nov. 23, Dec. 1, 8, 2016 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association Vs. PLAINTIFF Kraig A. Starkweather; Christine A. Starkweather; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 16 CH 00072 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Kraig A. Starkweather Christine A. Starkweather Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 11073 Lincoln Lane, Rochelle, IL 61068 and which said Mortgage was made by: Kraig A. Starkweather Christine A. Starkweather the Mortgagor(s), to The First National Bank & Trust Company Of Rochelle, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Ogle County, Illinois, as Document No. 200900911043; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending.

NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court 106 S. 5th Street, #300 Oregon, IL 61061-1634 on or before December 19, 2016, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-16-11616 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITOGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC CORP; Plaintiff, -vsDENNIS RILEY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR JAMES W. WAKENIGHT III (DECEASED); JAMES WAKENIGHT, JR.; KIMBERLY M POOLE; VILLAGE OF MOUNT MORRIS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES W. WAKENIGHT III ; UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS ; Defendant(s).

Case No. 12 CH 160 RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on May 27, 2016, the Ogle County Sheriff will, on January 6, 2017, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT TWO (2) IN BLOCK FOUR (4) IN BOTANICAL GARDEN ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 203 West Lincoln Street, Mount Morris, IL 61054 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NO: 08-27-476003The improvement on the property consists of a Single unit dwelling.

Sale terms: cash in hand.

The Judgment amount was $98,638.78 The property will NOT be open for inspection.

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: Contact Michael Block, Esq. of WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC, Plaintiff's Attorney, 105 West Adams, Suite 1850, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 605-3500 ext. 1534.#12) 605-3500 ext. 1534.

Dec. 1, 8, 15, 2016

ORDINANCE NO. 16-08 AN ORDINANCE TO LEVY AND ASSESS A TAX FOR POLO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT OF THE COUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2017 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2018 BE IT ORDAINED, that the Polo Public Library District of the County of Ogle and State of Illinois shall levy a tax of .02% of the value of all taxable property within said District, for building and maintenance purposes, subject to the right of the electors in said District to petition and require an election concerning the imposition of such tax, pursuant to 75 ILCS 16/35-5.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that within fifteen (15) days from the date of adoption of the ordinance, it shall be published in the Ogle County Life, a newspaper of general circulation in the Polo Public Library District and it is effective immediately upon adoption.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunder set our hands in Polo, Illinois this 22th day of November, 2016.

1. The specific number of voters required to sign a petition requesting that the question of adoption of the ordinance be submitted to the electors of the District is 178.

2. That petition must be filed on or before December 31, 2016.

3. The referendum would be held April 4, 2017.

Posted: 11/23/16

ATTEST: Kathy Tyrrell Secretary

Jimmie L. Adams President Board of Trustees Polo Public Library District

Dec. 1, 2016

MANLEY, DEAS, KOCHALSKI LLC One East Wacker Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N. A., Plaintiff, v.

ANNETTE K. SCHRYVER, AKA ANNETTE K. JACOBS; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., FKA BANK ONE, N.A.; KEITH R. RUTER; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, Case No. 2016 CH 56 The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Annette K. Schryver, AKA Annette K. Jacobs, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 15 Judicial Circuit, Ogle County, Illinois by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: Part of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33 in Township 25 North, Range 8 East of the 4th P.M., described as follows: Commencing where a point 190 feet South of the Northeast corner of said eighty intersects with the West line of the Plat of West Forreston as recorded in the Recorder's Office of Ogle County, Illinois, in Book A of Plats, page 82, and proceeding 120 feet in a Westerly direction, thence 140 feet in a Southerly direction, thence 120 feet in an Easterly direction and thence 140 feet in a Northerly direction to the place of beginning. Also, a strip of land as follows, to wit: Commencing at a point where the Northeast corner of said eighty intersects with the West line of the Plat of West Forreston as recorded in the Recorder's Office of Ogle County, Illinois, in Book A of Plats, Page 82, and proceeding in a Southerly direction 190 feet, thence 15 feet in a Westerly direction, thence 190 feet in a Northerly direction, thence 15 feet in an Easterly direction to the place of beginning. Situated in Ogle County, Illinois.

501 West White Oak Road, Forreston, IL 61030 02-33-101-004 Now, therefore, unless you, Annette K. Schryver, AKA Annette K. Jacobs, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, and the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the office of the Clerk of the 15 Judicial Circuit, Ogle County, Illinois, on or before December 26, 2016, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Shanna L. Bacher (6302793) MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLCAttorneys for Plaintiff One East Wacker, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60601Phone: 312-651-6700; Fax: 614-2205613 Email: MDKIllinoisFilings@manleydeas.com Attorney file no: 15-012693One of Plaintiff's Attorneys of Plaintiff's Attorneys Nov. 24, Dec. 1 & 8, 2016

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2016 SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Stick to the facts and don’t make promises you cannot keep. It’s important to move forward at a steady pace and without conflict in order to avoid interference.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An emotional plea will inspire you to voice your concerns regarding certain situations. Speak up and share your point of view as well as your suggestions, solutions and alternative plans.

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Location: The Auction Shed at 900 S. Division Ave (Rt 26), Polo, IL 61064 See advance salebills, possible color photos on our website at topauctions24-7.com/paspolo & Auction Zip

Sunday, December 4, 2016 9:30 am Lunch by Poorboys Catering Items belonging to the Shank Family, Dorothy Reins Est, Vaessen Est, David Blaine, Keller Family, Gerald Hozenga Est, Fuller Family and others. Viewing will begin sale day at 8:30 am. Auction ring one starts on rack items at 9:30 am. Ring two starts at 12:00 noon on floor items.

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Collectibles Cane bottom rocker & others; secretary; buffet; dresser; chests; sq china cabinet; commode; child’s school desk; Duncan Phyfe table; pedestal; post hall tree; pictures; trunks; milk cans; steel wagon wheels; Singer commercial sewing machine; beaded purses; doll buggy; 2 Texan cap guns; 2 bugles; elec train; replica of steel wheeled wagon; miniature Singer sewing machine; viewer & cards; Hesston belt buckle; kerosene lamp; couple milk bottles; sm cast bell; old books; sm milk pail; Arcade Crystal coffee grinder; adv oil cans; Milledgeville adv items; flat iron; lots of Coke trays; beer stein collection; Pabst wood beer box; 2 egg baskets; 2 pay telephones; Leich wall crank phone; blue fruit jars; various crocks & jugs; various McCoy crockery items; collector plates; silver spoons; salt dips; cruets; some Carnival glass; 6 Autumn Leaf glasses; plus much more.

Terms - Cash, good check, Master Card, Visa, Discover and American Express credit cards. All items must be settled for day of sale. Number system will be used, have proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold.

Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Lenny Bryson (IL#040000158) 815-946-4120 Mark Ebert (IL#440000341) 815-946-2809 Clerks: Public Auction Service

Lyle & Sheryl Hopkins (IL#040000185) 815-946-2660 or 800-848-9519

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Large Real Estate Auction

Geh Day Farms – 17930B Scenic Bluff Rd - Mt. Carroll, IL

476.43 Acres +/- To be sold in 7 parcels

Saturday December 10, 2016 @ 11:00 AM

Henry's Double K Restaurant: 834 S. Jackson Street – Mt Carroll, IL For More Information: Jim Sullivan Realty: 815-947-9040 This property consists of a beautiful fully remodeled - 2300 Sq. Ft. 2-story modern day farm house: 3 Bedroom – 3 Full Bath – 3 car garage. Home is in very good condition with beautiful hardwood floors. LP Heat, central air, appliances included. Total of 476 +/- acres, 200 +/- tillable acres currently used as a cow/calf operation; buildings include 45’ x 108’ pole shed, vet barn, and 4 feed lots w/ buildings, concrete & guardrail fence, (2) 3,000 BU Grain Bins, and 1 main barn.

This property is worth the time to take a look at!

Soils Include: Fayette, Dorchester, New Glarus, Seaton Parcel 1: 40 Acres +/Parcel 2: 60 Acres +/Parcel 3: 5 Acres +/- W/ Home & Buildings Parcel 4: 180 Acres +/Parcel 5: 142 Acres +/Parcel 6: 46 Acres +/Parcel 7: 476.43 Acres +/- Combination of Parcels 1-6 SM-ST11333-1201

2445 E. Hwy 11 – So. Wayne, WI 53587 608-439-5761 or 608-214-3765

11875 Hwy 20 E. - Stockton, IL 61085 815-947-9040 or 815-266-8302

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