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Marcos Win

People Pleaser

Jamboree

The Marcos start their football season with a 20-12 win over Orangeville. B1

A Rockford woman’s sculpture of a bear wins first prize. A3

The Bootleg Flyers will return to the Mt. Morris Jamboree stage Friday night. A8

Church hosts annual Farm Heritage Show

By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com A small church between Sterling and Polo was once again the site for good food, family entertainment, and a history lesson in life on the farm.

Each year for the past 11, East Jordan United Methodist Church, 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling, has been home to the Farm Heritage Show, organized by Steve Venhuizen, of Polo, a member of the church and farmer.

“This is our history, and the day is a chance to celebrate that, and go back to our roots for a bit,” said Venhuizen.

The day begins at 7 a.m. with a big breakfast of eggs, pancakes, and biscuits and gravy, and lasts until 9 a.m.

After that, full bellies head out to the grounds for the festivities.

Three-year-old Kallen Shawver, of Sterling, uses all his might to shell corner at East Andy Hinrichs, owner of Jordan Church’s Farm Heritage Show. Kids enjoyed a variety of activities, including Hinrichs Farms, of Oregon, corn shelling, grinding apples in a cider press, a duck pond, bouncy house, play and known for AJ’s Garden ground, magician’s act, horse carriage rides, and more. Photo by Zach Arbogast Tractor Jamboree, organized

an entire section for kids, filled with fodder cutters, corn shellers, choppers, and grinders, an apple cider grinder, a duck pond, and seven hit-and-miss engines.

Hinrichs’ father, Lee, brought in tables filled with farm memorabilia, along with a few garden tractors.

“This is one of my favorite small shows of the year,” said Hinrichs. “We see tons of people - people that we know, no less - and the kids just have a riot.”

A bouncy house, play park, and magic shows by “Magic with the Meyers” rounded out the kids zone experience.

“If the kids are happy, everyone gets to be happy,” said Venhuizen with a laugh.

On the southern end of the fields were what Venhuizen called the “farm history section;” a collection of tasks farmers had to complete in the old days, including hay loading, wheat threshing, corn husking and shredding, and a wagon lift.

“There’s often a cultural separation between rural

and urban cousins, and I like to think of this show as an educational opportunity for our urban visitors,” Venhuizen said.

Aside from kids entertainment, magicians, and farm chores, the grounds also served as a display area for collections ranging from old farm equipment to blacksmith tools, tractors as far as the eye could see, and a live blacksmithing demonstration from Polo’s Mark Ebert near the petting zoo, which itself included sheep, calves, and a couple of chickens.

If a slow ride was your slice of heaven on the relatively cool day, John Neahring, of Sterling, was offering wagon rides around the main grounds, while Jim Mocklin, also from Sterling, gave horse carriage rides around the parking lot with his horse, Kari.

With a day full of sights to see, rides to ride, and corn to shell, a lunch was served at 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

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Country Living Tour teaches about farming

By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com A steady line of cars streamed down rural blacktop roads Saturday afternoon headed for the four farms featured on the Mt. Morris Country Living Tour.

An estimated 150 visitors toured the farms, all within four miles of Mt. Morris, to learn about traditional and specialty agriculture.

The event was sponsored

by Encore! Mt. Morris and the Mt. Morris Tourism Committee.

The ins and outs of making maple syrup was the topic at Maple Lane Farm, owned by Rob and Lynnette Hough and located on North Mt. Morris Road a half mile north of the village.

The Houghs and their two children have been tapping maple trees for in late winter for several years to gather sap and make syrup and other maple products.

The process carries on a long family tradition started

by Rob’s great-grandfather, Ralph Angle.

Visitors crowded into the sugar house, a repurposed scale house, while Rob explained the process of evaporating the sap and bottling the resulting syrup.

He said the syrup they make is a totally natural product with no chemicals, preservatives, or additives.

“Maple syrup theoretically keeps forever,” he said. “A 30-year-old bottle of syrup is as good as when it was made.”

One visitor asked where they get the sap, and Rob said they tap trees owned by family and friends around the area.

They have also planted a row of maples the length of their long driveway with the intention of tapping those once they are large enough.

Any kind of maple, not just sugar maples, can be tapped for its sap, Rob said, but the flavor may vary. Box elder trees, a member of the maple family, will also yield sap for syrup.

Weather greatly affects sap collection, Rob said.

Late winter conditions with days above freezing and nights below freezing are ideal and usually come from mid-February into March.

Sap runs faster just before a storm, he said.

Climate change may eventually affect the entire process, however.

“Projections are that by 2050 we won’t be able to make maple syrup in the U.S.,” Rob said.

Just around the corner and west on Midtown Road, Jeff Warren was telling the crowd about the aronia berries he and his wife Julie grow at BerryView Orchard.

The Warrens also grow apples and peaches, as well as other fruits, and offer u-pick of their products.

One of the stops in the orchard was the newly planted orchard of 600 dwarf apple trees.

Barb Kinner, of Oregon, stopped before she left to get information from Julie about the u-pick days scheduled for Sunday, and again Sept.

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A hayrack full of visitors returns from the pasture at Dietrich Ranch Saturday during the Mt. Morris Country Living Tour. Visitors were shuttled to and from various farming operations all around the area. Photo by Vinde Wells

9 and 10.

She said she was glad she attended.

“It was wonderful!” she said. “I learned so much.”

Jerry and Cindy Kinsley came down from Rockford for the tour.

“We’re happy to see the town so alive with people and people coming from all over,” Cindy said.

Before starting the tour the Kinsleys had taken in the National Straw Sculpting Competition on Mt. Morris’ downtown campus.

Back on Midtown Road and three miles back to the east, visitors were getting a close look at the huge farm implements at Witmer Precision Services.

Owner Greg Witmer

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explained how his combine works and how it has made farming easier and more efficient.

Under ideal conditions, he told visitors, he can pick two to three semi-loads of corn in an hour.

And in relative comfort — the combine’s cab is climate-controlled, has a small refrigerator, and even a comfortable seat.

“I liken sitting in that to sitting in my recliner,” Witmer said with a grin.

The downside, of course, is the cost. A brand-new combine with two grain heads — one for corn and one for soybeans — runs about $600,000, he said.

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Host Jeff Warren visits with Leona Nelson Saturday at BerryView Orchard, one of four stops on the Mt. Morris Country Living Tour. Photo by Vinde Wells

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Visitors get lesson about grass-fed beef at country living tours From A1 Witmer farms 2,800 acres of corn and soybeans and said he could manage about 1,500 more.

He said he hopes to start picking this year by Oct. 1 in order to be finished by Nov. 15.

A little to the east and around the corner on North Leaf River Road, visitors were taking hayrack rides to the pasture at Dietrich Ranch to see the DevonAngus cattle that Dan and Erin Dietrich raise for grass-fed beef.

Dan is the fourth generation of his family to raise livestock on the farm, which is owned by his parents and grandparents.

However, he and Erin are the first to raise 100 percent grass-fed beef and market it.

They began the grass-fed operation in 2009, and over

the years have developed contacts with other livestock farmers who are also committed to producing locally and organicallyraised food.

Dan told visitors that finishing cattle on only grass takes longer than the more common feedlot practices, but produces healthier cattle which in turn produce healthier meat that is more nutritious and safer for the people who consume it.

The popular belief that meat from grass-fed beef is less tender than that of their corn-fed counterparts is untrue, he said.

With proper feeding and management, he said, the meat will be not only tender, but also more flavorful than meat from conventionally fed cattle.

The method also works in

harmony with nature and is better for the environment.

The beef from grass-fed cattle is better for people because the cattle are healthier, he said, and require few or no medications and feed supplements.

“Because the cattle are eating forage, which is what they are meant to eat, the meat is higher in omega 3,” Dan said. “There’s no hormones.”

Feeding strictly grass enhances the natural microbes in the cow’s digestive tract, which boosts their immunity and reduces stress.

The cows are rotated daily to new paddocks of grass where they graze, trample, and fertilize the land before moving on.

Consequently, the practice has also improved the soil quality, Dan said.

Greg Witmer talks to visitors about his farming operation Saturday at the Mt. Morris Country Living Tour. Witmer Precision Services was one of four stops on the tour. Photo by Vinde Wells

Solar eclipse was inspiring to everyone who went to see it

By Betty Obendorf Curator Polo Historical Society Clare and the O’Connor clan felt the entire eclipse to be awesome.

In Carbondale they did have some moments of totality even with some cloudy skies.

For the traveling O’Connor family it was worth the long drive to Carbondale.

Lily, who is a freshman at West Carroll High School, is already looking ahead to the cross-over at Carbondale a few years from now.

Lily said she will be a senior at Southern when that happens so her plans are already being implanted in her mind.

Bud and Lucille’s grandson, A.J. drove from Colorado to Nebraska with some of his teacher friends to watch the eclipse as they camped.

He said one has to experience it in order to get a true feeling of the whole event. He also found it totally awesome.

Caroline, my brother’s granddaughter who lives in Metropolis, Illinois spent the time of totality in her

chicken house.

Caroline is in fourth grade and she observed the katydids and lightening bugs coming out in the dark.

Also the chickens went to roost.

As soon as it was light again the roosters started crowing.

Caroline lives on a farm and handles all the chickens and that is where she wanted to spend the darkness of the eclipse.

How would her chickens react to the whole event?

Kenneth and I watched it all on television and I we found out many things that

we had not known.

It was an interesting experience as it moved across the United States.

We will not hold our breath in anticipation of the crossover.

More artifacts came into the museum this past week.

It has been glassware this time.

Tracy Palermini sent a small crock from a business in Polo and a decorative piece of glassware that said, “Polo, Illinois.”

Very pretty.

They are now in their new home in the display case.

Miriam Huff sent back

to Polo a beautiful plate with the first high school pictured on it. The date of the building was 1867.

The school was built out of blue limestone and stood close to the Presbyterian Church.

The reason the Lutheran Church was built of the blue limestone was because of the school.

The school was poorly ventilated and did not have enough room so it was not a long lasting building.

They soon tore it down and built Congress school in its place. So much for the blue limestone.

On the plate the colored picture has the stone red rather than a grayish blue color.

It is a lovely plate with little open handles on the side.

I have a plate of my grandmother’s of the same style and I love it dearly.

On the back of my grandmother’s plate is the tag that says, “Chas. Tobias Novelty Store, Olney, Illinois.”

My grandmother always looked at it as a cheap item because it only cost a dime.

To her it did not amount to much but I value it highly.

Farm show worth all the effort From A1 of sandwiches, chips, salad, baked beans, and a dessert table.

“This event is such a great time, I love it,” said Gerald Foshitt, of Rock Falls, as he was getting some cookies

from the dessert table. “Great people, great atmosphere, great weather. You can’t beat it!”

Venhuizen said he loves putting on the event, but admitted it’s a lot of work.

“I had no idea what I

was getting into when I first started this,” he said laughing. “In the end, though, everyone has a great time, the church is incredibly supportive, and the families love it. I couldn’t ask for more.”

Story Time begins on Sept. 12 Sewer Main Work A crew from Fischer Excavating, Freeport, was at work Friday morning replacing sewer mains along West Oregon Street in Polo. New larger capacity water mains along the street are included in the project. Photo by Vinde Wells

Early holiday deadlines are set

Polo Library’s Preschool Story Time will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Library.

The library will provide a positive library experience for preschoolers, focusing on early literacy and social skills.

Participation in Preschool StoryTime is one of the easiest and most effective ways to promote important pre-reading skills to a child.

All preschoolers are welcome to attend with a parent or daycare provider.

Programs will include

age appropriate activities such as songs, stories, and simple crafts.

Story Time will last about 45 minutes, and registration is necessary for this free program. Phone the library at 815-946-2713, or stop by to sign up a preschooler for this program.

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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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Straw-bear-y wins sculpture competition With thousands of visitors and more than 2,500 total people’s choice votes cast, “Straw-bear-y” by Kate Fitch, of Rockford is the winner of the 2017 U.S. National Straw Sculpting Competition.

Second place went to “Ballerina” by Fran Volz, of Rochelle, and third place to “It’s On Like ‘Straw’nkey Kong” by Danica Rogers and Seth Gittleson, also of Rochelle.

Eight straw sculptors from Illinois and Wisconsin competed in the competition, hosted by ENCORE! Mt. Morris. The sculptures were displayed on the downtown Mt. Morris campus from Aug. 11-27.

Other entries in the competition were “The Butterfly Tango” by Steve Lentz, of Montello, Wisconsin; “Chris P. Bacon” by Jim Malkowski, of Franklin, Wisconsin; “Smilodon” by Dan Ingebritson, of Franklin, Wisconsin; “Spirit Rider” by George Harnish of Rockford; and “Straw-ship Enterprise”

by Bill Schemerhorn of Rochelle.

Planning is underway for 2018 to expand the reach for sculptors and grow this amazing event, scheduled annually in August at its new permanent home on the Mt. Morris campus.

Encore! Mt. Morris is composed of volunteers committed to developing Mt. Morris into a unique,

“Ballerina” by Fran Volz, of Rochelle, took second place in the U.S. National Straw Sculpting Competition in Mt. Morris. Photo by Jeff Bold

thriving rural and cultural arts destination in northwest Illinois.

ENCORE! Mt. Morris is a cultural initiative of the Mt. Morris Economic

Development Corp.

Volunteers and donations are welcome.

Learn more at Kate Fitch, of Rockford, stands next to her straw sculpture “Straw-bear-y,” which took EncoreMtMorris.com, also first place in the U.S. National Straw Sculpting Competition in Mt. Morris. Photo by on Facebook.

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Learn about fraud during Lunch’n Learn Sept. 19 The Oregon Chamber of Commerce’s monthly “Lunch ‘n Learn” will feature the a program on fraud in this digital age, on Tuesday, Sept. 19.

“This month we invite you to join us for a

Pine Creek News

By Karen Merlak We are grateful for the recent rains in our area and we pray for the safety for those in Texas who are dealing with flood waters from the recent hurricane.

He is with us in the calm, beautiful summer days and He is with us through the storm. God is good.

This morning in church, we were greeted by Deb Ohlwine.

Our special music was our Sunday School choir, Voices of Praise, singing, “He is Good.”

Because He is good, we join together to sing His praises.

This past Friday evening, I met our pastor, Charlotte

presentation by Ben Miller, Systems Administrator, Stillman Bank,” said Debbie Dickson, Chamber Executive Director. “Ben is quite knowledgeable with regards to the pitfalls, cautions and security we all

should be considering in our current lifestyle submersion into social media. This presentation and Q & A discussion will be a fabulous resource for business, as well as private citizens.”

The Chamber Lunch ‘n

Learn will be held at noon at the Nash Recreation Center in the “River Room”.

Reservations are required and the cost is $10 and is payable at the door.

The Chamber’s monthly Lunch ‘n Learns, held on

the third Tuesday of each month, are available to all businesses, regardless of membership, as well as to the general public.

“The programs we offer provide a variety of information, community

education, and contain valuable resources for businesses and citizens alike,” said Dickson.

Contact the Chamber at 815-732-2100 or email ococ@oregonil.com to reserve your spot.

Hoppe, at the football game.

She is starting to get to know lots of people in our neighborhood.

We had a nice visit while waiting for my friend, Amy Sikyta to join us. Amy’s son, Randal, is a senior on the football team this year.

The varsity team ended the night victorious and played an exciting game with lots of ups and downs.

The cheerleaders and band members led the crowd with their unstoppable school spirit.

On Saturday morning, Clint and I made plans to head to Oregon. I went to a few shops while he spent some time at Nash Recreational Center.

After our solo excursions, we met for breakfast and then took a drive through Lowden State Park.

Clint gave me a guided tour of the park, including all the stops he makes during his

morning rounds.

We drove up to the statue and down around the campgrounds sharing memories of our many campouts with the Cub Scouts.

On Saturday evening, Clint and I were guests of my brother, Ben Bittinger, his wife, Jo, and their sons, Hayden and Garrett.

Our cousin, Luke, and Hayden and Garrett’s friend, Scott Prerost joined us for dinner and a night of games.

In Pine Creek on Saturday night, John and Lisa Coffman hosted our annual fall reunion for our Chapter DW P.E.O. sisters and their husbands.

With nearly 40 guests in attendance, they enjoyed a beautiful evening of food and fellowship.

Our family is saddened at the loss of our uncle, Ron Bushman. Ron was a very hard worker, kind, and funny.

He was very proud of his

kids, grandkids, and greatgrandkids.

He lovingly supported Aunt Janet in her many endeavors. He will be missed by all who knew him.

This afternoon, Clint and I spent another day together getting groceries and catching a movie.

He is counting down the days with only a couple of weeks left.

It’s funny how when we know we will be apart from someone, we try to spend as much time as we can with them.

Maybe that’s the reason we choose not to spend time with God. He is always there.

We know that He will always be there for us to call on.

He is in everything and can be seen everywhere. We know that if we don’t talk to Him today, He will be there tomorrow.

When we miss spending time with God, we miss out on knowing His love, His peace, and His forgiveness.

We miss out on having a relationship with our Creator.

When we realize all that is to be gained by spending time with God, we don’t want to waste another day without Him. I hope to see you next week as our church services return to their regular time.

We will be holding Sunday School classes at 9:30 a.m. with our regular worship services at 10:30 a.m.

Come and join our family as we worship and pray together. There is room in our family for you and yours.

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Benefit Yard & Bake Sale Lots of everything! Priced to Sell!

Fri., Sept. 1st and Sat., Sept. 2nd Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren (South side lower level) Benefits Mt. Morris Loaves and Fish Food Pantry

Cooler and a little drier than normal. Not much wind.

Best chances for storms are 30-1, 3-5, and 6-7. Frost possible anytime after Sept.

10. August was cooler than normal.

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Oregon native named commander of naval base Oregon native Capt. Tim J. DeWitt is the new commander of the Navy Civil Engineer Corps’ Naval Construction Group 2 – the Seabees’ base of operations – in Gulfport, Mississippi.

NCG 2 is in command of all Atlantic Fleet Seabees, which includes three active and two reserve Naval Mobile Construction Battalions; one active and one reserve Naval Construction Regiment; a Construction Battalion Maintenance Unit; an Underwater Construction Team and Expeditionary Combat Camera.

DeWitt, 47, a 1988 Oregon High School graduate, was installed Aug. 11.

Capt. Tim DeWitt

He is the son of Gerald and Jackie DeWitt, Oregon.

He earned his bachelor’s in civil engineering from the University of Illinois in 1993,

and his commission through the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps program.

He has master’s in civil engineering from the U of I and in business administration from the University of Colorado.

This is his fourth assignment in Gulfport, where he last was stationed a decade ago.

Commissioned as a surface warfare officer – an officer who operates Navy ships at sea and manages various shipboard systems – he first served aboard the forward deployed frigate USS Rodney M. Davis in Yokosuka, Japan, then was officer in charge of the military detachment aboard the USNS Laramie in

Norfolk, Virginia.

He was a nuclear propulsion program officer recruiter in Denver before being transferred to the Civil Engineer Corps in 2000, where he was assigned as detachment staff civil engineer for commander, Naval Special Warfare Command at the John C. Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, supporting both Special Boat Unit 22 (which conducted and supported special operations in river environments) and the Naval Small Craft Instruction and Technical Training School.

DeWitt then was deputy resident officer in charge of construction for the Gulf Coast area, stationed in Gulfport;

public works officer at Naval Station Great Lakes in Lake County; assistant regional engineer, Navy Region Midwest, also at Great Lakes; executive officer, 2nd in cmd, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 74, in Gulfport; and public works officer, Fleet Activities in Yokosuka.

DeWitt’s recent tours include command of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 40, in Port Hueneme, California; chief staff officer at Naval Construction Group 1 in Port Hueneme; executive assistant to the director, Energy and Environmental Readiness Division in Washington, D.C.; branch head for Strategic Laydown & Assessment in

D.C..

Most recently, he was operations officer for the Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest in San Diego.

He is a qualified Seabee combat warfare officer and surface warfare officer, a registered professional engineer in the state of Illinois, and a member of the Acquisition Professional Community.

His decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, three Meritorious Service Medals, eight Navy Commendation Medals, and three Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals.

Order KB mums through Sept. 1 The annual KB Fall Mum Sale has started.

Fall mums are available in a variety of colors for $7 each.

Orders will be taken through Friday, Sept. 1.

These plants are grown in northern Illinois and will arrive just in time for fall decorating.

Mums are field-grown

in natural conditions, leading to a more hardy, robust plant. Plants are measuring approximately 16-18 inches wide by 14-16 inches tall with buds ready to bloom throughout the season.

Order forms are available online at www.KBToughRun.com and www.Facebook.com/KBToughRun. Return order forms and

payment to the KB Fund, PO Box 374, Oregon, IL 61061 no later than Friday, Sept. 1.

Mums will be available for pick up from 9 a.m. to noon on Friday, Sept. 15 and Saturday, Sept. 16 at 600 S. Fifth St., Oregon, (southwest corner of Fifth and Clay Streets).

For information or to place an order contact April Roos

at 815-631-0346 or AprilRoos@mail.com.

All proceeds from the sale will support the KB Fund, which was established to support those in the community who have been burdened by a medical crisis.

To learn more about the KB Fund and our fundraising efforts visit www.KBToughRun.com.

Buy 10 meals and help Ag in the Classroom Searching for a way to make dinner preparation simple and help a good cause in the bargain?

Order prepared meals by Monday, Sept. 18, and help out the Ogle-Carroll Ag in the Classroom Program.

Stop by the Ogle County Farm Bureau, 421 W. Pines Rd., Oregon, on Wednesday, Oct. 11 from 3 to 5:30 p.m., and pick up 10 meals that have been conveniently prepared and frozen.

Each meal serves up to five

people and include hickory smoked pulled pork, smoked meatloaf, pulled chicken, Swedish meatballs, bourbon chicken with green beans, cheesy chicken and stuffing, Tator Tot casserole, lasagna, beef stew, and chicken pot pie.

The cost for the 10 meals is $160 ($3.20 per person per serving).

The proceeds will benefit the Ogle-Carroll Ag in the Classroom Program.

To register mail your name, phone number, number of

meal sets (they come in a set of 10 meals), and payment total.

Checks should be made out to Ogle-Carroll Ag Partnership and mailed to OCAP at 811 S. Clay St., Mt. Carroll IL 61053.

Order online at https:// tinyurl.com/y7jaa6cf, and mail a check to the address above.

Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) is a statewide educational program with lessons offered

Leaf River Grange President Tom Snodgrass, left, presents Peter Holm with the Public Service Award for his to kindergarten through eighth volunteer activities at the Ogle County Fairgrounds. grade.

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Its goal is to help students, teachers, and the general public gain greater awareness of the role of agriculture in the economy and society.

Ag in the Classroom is offered through the University of Illinois Extension Ogle County in partnership with Ogle County Farm Bureau, Peter Holm, Oregon, was Carroll County Farm Bureau, Ogle County Soil & Water, recently chosen by the Leaf and Carroll County Soil & River Grange as the recipient of the Public Service Award Water. at the Ogle County Fair.

According to a press release from the Grange, Holm played a big part in several activities, including and bring gloves.

For more information, call moving a trailer from 815-238-2683 or 815-973- Rock Valley College to the fairgrounds just outside 4624.

Peter Holm honored with Grange Public Service Award

Learn while working at Sand Ridge site Learn while you work – work while you learn!

The Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County will sponsor more service learning days this fall.

The first two will be held on Saturday, Sept. 2 and Saturday, Sept. 9 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Sand Ridge, 2879 S. Daysville Rd.,Oregon.

Spend a pleasant morning or evening in the great outdoors.

Learn about native plants and

animals from a knowledgeable leader.

Enjoy native wildlife – deer, turkeys, maybe a fox or rare ornate box turtle; delight in seeing beautiful butterflies flitting from flower to flower.

Learn which plants are desirable and which are noxious weeds.

While learning, give nature a helping hand collecting seed from the plants that should be preserved.

PPSOC will lead learning and working and make it enjoyable.

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Oregon, helping build a roof over the stage, helping build bleachers and paint them, pouring concrete foundations for restrooms, building fence, repairing equipment, pulling cars at the demolition derby and helping at the tractor pulls.

Holm also helps his stepdaughter with her sheep projects.

VOP Foundation offers $500 scholarship The Village of Progress Foundation will offer a $500, one-year scholarship to be awarded at the annual banquet on Oct. 18.

The financial status of the applicant is not a consideration.

To be eligible, the student must be a resident of Ogle County and be either a high school senior who is disabled or is planning on attending college and majoring in an area related to the disabled,

or a full-time undergraduate college student who is disabled or is majoring in an area related to the disabled Applications must be received by Oct. 2 be completed on the foundation

application form, and include at least three written references.

Those wishing an application are encouraged to call the Village of Progress at 815-732-2126.

of Sycamore.

Alexandria M. Rhoades, both of Dixon.

James E. Nelson and Sarah M. James, both of Davis Junction.

Christopher D. Cadie and Alyssa T. Stark, both of Chana.

Alex J. Patnou and Nicole M. Gietl, both of Belvidere.

James A. Vanderkolk and Shelia L. Forster, both of Oregon.

Donald R. Diviney Jr. and Daniela S. Montero, both of Rochelle.

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

Aug. 18 Christopher J. Dobbs and Sheena M. Kerwin, both of

Leaf River.

Andrew J. Wiley and Megan L. Thorson, both of Rochelle.

Martin R. Gorsuch and Christine R. Johnson, both of Stillman Valley.

Zachary S. Buckley and Melissa M. Osorio, both of Prophetstown.

Todd D. Plumley, of Rochelle, and Martha Padilla, of Madison, Wisconsin.

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Kenneth E. Huckabee and Megan M. Foley, both of Mt. Morris.

Mark A. Nehrkorn and Anthina M. Ryan, both of Mt. Morris.

Barry C. Oleson II and Jane E. Rennicke, both of Byron.

Tyler D. Lewellen and Heather C. O’Hare, both of Brodhead, Wisconsin.

Aug. 21 Brandon F. Deam and Stephanie M. Cuevas, both

Aug. 23 Jared A. McGuire, of Machesney Park, and Melissa D. Johnson, of Rockford.

Seth T. McCammond and Marta A. Johnson, both of Dunlap.

James C. Stuart and Katherine M. Smith, both of Sycamore.

Aug. 24 Donald R. Mixen and

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Church News ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

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

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Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt Phone 815-734-4853 Worship 9:30 a.m.

Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:45 a.m.

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

Church 10:30 a.m.

BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship

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Early Deadline for Church News

The deadline for church news for the Sept. 7 papers will be 9 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31 due to the Labor Day holiday. The normal deadline is 3 p.m. on Fridays for information for the Church News to be turned in at our office at 113 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon. The deadline is 9 a.m. on Fridays for church news left in the drop boxes in Forreston & Polo. Items can also be emailed to vwells@ oglecountynews.com. For more information call Vinde Wells at 815-732-6166 ext. 5903. provided for all services.

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

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month.

EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, two miles north on German FIRST UNITED Church Road METHODIST CHURCH Pastor John Wisdom 402 First Ave., Forreston Church Office Pastor David Poust Phone: 815-732-6313 815-938-2380 BETHEL UNITED 9 a.m. Sunday School Thursday, Aug. 31—8 a.m. AA METHODIST CHURCH 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Meeting 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon Women & Men’s Bible Sunday, Sept. 3—9 a.m.

815-864-2581 Study, Kids Club Worship with Communion & Traditional Worship 9 a.m. www.ebenezerreformed.com Pantry Offering Education Hour 10 a.m.

Monday, Sept. 4—8 a.m. AA Contemporary Worship 11 EMMANUEL Open Meeting a.m.

EVANGELICAL Wednesday, Sept. 6—12 p.m.

LUTHERAN CHURCH Friendship Club; 6:30 p.m. Bible BROOKVILLE and 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon Study ELKHORN UNITED (Payne’s Point) METHODIST CHURCHES Pastor Andrew Kayes FLORENCE UNITED Brookville: Adult Sunday Office: 815-732-2424 METHODIST CHURCH School 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 9 a.m.

2649 W. Florence Rd., Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Freeport 17725 W. Chamber St. Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier in Brookville EVANGELICAL FREE Worship Service 9 a.m.

Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m.

CHURCH January, March, May, July, Adult Sunday School 10 a.m.

OF MT. MORRIS September, November Corner of Wilson Mill & 102 S. Seminary St. Brick Church Roads Mt. Morris VAN BROCKLIN UNITED Senior Pastor METHODIST CHURCH CHANA UNITED Bruce McKanna 2649 W. Florence Rd., METHODIST CHURCH 815-734-4942 Freeport 606 Main St., Chana 61015 Thursday, Aug. 31—1 p.m.

Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier Pastor Chan Ik Choi Ladies Bible Study Worship Service 9 a.m.

815-732-7683 Saturday, Sept. 2—7 a.m.

February, April, June, August, chanaumc@gmail.com Men’s Accountability Group October, December Adult & Children’s Education Sunday, Sept. 3—8:30 9 a.m. a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m.

FORRESTON GROVE Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Inner Mission; 10 a.m. Worship CHURCH Holy Communion Celebrated Service 7246 N. Freeport Rd., the First Sunday of Each Month Log onto our website at Forreston http://www.efcmm.org to check Presbyterian Church in CHRIST OUR SAVIOR out our latest opportunities and America LUTHERAN CHURCH updates Pastor Drew Jones 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-938-3605 815-284-4554 FAITH DISCOVERY www.forrestongrovechurch.

Pastor David Andermann CHURCH com 815-632-6767 801 W. Oregon St., Polo 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service Jeremy Heller, Pastor 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour 815-946-3588 Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 3—9 a.m.

9 a.m. Sunday School Pioneer Club; 7:45 p.m. Choir Worship with Communion, 10 a.m. Worship Service Mite Box Sunday Nursery Available FORRESTON REFORMED Thursday, Sept. 7—10 a.m.

We are an independent nonCHURCH Bible Class denominational Christian 501 Third Ave. church.

9:30 a.m. Worship OPEN BIBLE Visitors are always welcome.

10:45 a.m. Sunday School 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Luke Schier, Pastor FAITH EVANGELICAL FREEDOM LUTHERAN 815-946-2848 LUTHERAN CHURCH CHURCH, ELCA Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.

402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Kathy Burkheimer We include children in our Pastor Scott Ralston 815-222-7270 Sunday Worship experience Church 815-938-3203 Sunday Morning Worship “Grandkids Class” “ A Church with a Heart — at 9 a.m. at First Presbyterian Ages 3-10 are dismissed right In the Heart of Forreston” Church, 200 S. 5th St., Oregon after our Praise & Blended 9 a.m. Sunday Worship GIFT—Growing In Faith Worship Time.

10 a.m. Sunday School Together-Christian education Bible-Based Sunday, Sept. 3—9 a.m. for all ages following worship Passion for God Worship with Holy Communion service Compassion for People Thursday, Sept. 7—6:30 p.m.

Welcome Center is at Visit Our Website: Quilting 111 S. 4th St., Oregon PoloOpenBible.org GRACE VALLEY CROSSROADS FAITH UNITED CHRISTIAN REFORMED COMMUNITY CHURCH, METHODIST CHURCH CHURCH WHITE PINES CAMPUS Mission Statement: Loving, 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Growing & Serving in Faith German Valley Pastor Chris Bradshaw Handicapped Accessible Pastor Jake Ritzema Sundays at 10 a.m.

702 E. Dixon St., Polo 815-362-6601 815-837-5255 Pastor Brian LeBaron Sunday School for All Ages polo@crossroadscn.com 815-946-3212 9 a.m.

We offer contemporary worship Website: faithumcpolo Worship Service 10 a.m. and relevant Bible teaching 9 a.m. Sunday School through 10 a.m. Sunday Worship GERMAN VALLEY engaging messages, and 11 a.m. Fellowship UNITED METHODIST powerful video CHURCH Join us after the service in FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Church and Main Streets our cafe for coffee, snacks & 505 Hill St., Oregon Don Plock, Pastor fellowship www.fbcoregon.org 8:30 a.m. Worship Service Kidzlink Children’s Ministry 815-732-2642 (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Rev. Jared Cochran LEAF RIVER BAPTIST Services “A Christ-centered, BibleCHURCH Crave Youth Group (6th-12th believing, family-oriented 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., grade)- Sundays at 6 p.m. ministry.”

Leaf River Visit our website: www.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Pastor Randy Newton crossroadscn.com Sunday Worship Service 815-738-2205 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Email leafriverbc@gmail.

DISCIPLES UNITED Service 6 p.m.; Prayer com METHODIST CHURCH Meeting, Wednesday 7 p.m.; Sunday Praise and Worship Hitt and Maple Streets, transportation and nursery

meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m.

September’s Bible Books of the Month are I Timothy through Hebrews.

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Thomas E. Kim 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

Followed by Fellowship and All-Age Sunday School Sunday, Sept. 3—9 a.m.

Worship with Communion; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Monday, Sept. 4—Labor Day Church Office Closed Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery Tuesday, Sept. 5—10 a.m. provided) Staff Meeting; 6 p.m. Scouts Sunday School 11 a.m.

Committee Meeting; 7 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer/Bible Finance Committee Meeting Studies 6 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 6—6:30 Prayer Chain 738-2205 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 10 a.m.

Wednesday—Various Congregational Care Meeting; Activities 6:30-8:30 p.m.

7 p.m. Church Council; Choir Practice LEAF RIVER UNITED Thursday, Sept. 7—6 p.m.

METHODIST CHURCH Evangelism Meeting; 6 p.m.

104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Habitat for Humanity Meeting; Pastor David Poust Sunday, Sept. 3—10:30 a.m. 7 p.m. Missions Committee Meeting Worship & Children’s Church Saturday, Sept. 9—4 p.m.

Agape Team Practice; 5:30 p.m.

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED Agape Team Worship METHODIST CHURCH Sunday, Sept. 10—9 a.m.

4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Worship-Special Service Pastor Chan Ik Choi Remembering 9-11 & Area First Handicapped Accessible Responders, Backpack Blessing; Worship Service 9 a.m.

10:15 a.m. Sunday School Rally Sunday School 10 a.m.

Day Age Three through Sixth Grade.

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN Everyone is Welcome CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. MT. MORRIS CHURCH Pastor Charlotte Hoppe OF THE BRETHREN 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 409 W. Brayton Road 10:30 a.m. Worship Service P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 POLO CHURCH OF THE Pastor Ginny Haney BRETHREN Phone: 815-734-4573 Office hours Monday - Friday Congress Ave. & Webster St. (The church is handicapped 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon accessible) Friday, Sept. 1—9 a.m.

Pastor Leslie Lake Women’s Fellowship; 9 a.m.-5 9:30 a.m. Family Worship p.m. Labor Day Yard Sale 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Saturday, Sept. 2—9 a.m.-5 p.m. Labor Day Yard Sale; 4-7 PRAIRIE DELL p.m. Living Hope Church Sunday, Sept. 3—8:15 a.m. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m.

Shannon Worship with Communion; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School Monday, Sept. 4—Labor Day10 a.m. Worship Church Office Closed 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Tuesday, Sept. 5—8:45 a.m.

Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Food REVIVE COMMUNITY Delivery for Pantry; Quilting CHURCH Wednesday, Sept. 6—7:15 p.m. Chimes Rehearsal; 7 p.m. 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris Email: pastor@revivemtm.

Circle M 4-H Club Meeting com Southern Baptist NORTH GROVE Saturday Night Service EVANGELICAL CHURCH 5:30 p.m.

10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN Pastor Tim Hotchkiss CHURCH Church: 815-938-2194 609 S. 10th St., Oregon Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 Craig Arnold, Pastor Sunday School 9 a.m.

812-236-1213 Worship Service 10:05 a.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL Open at New Life Community CHURCH Center 1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon OREGON Pastor Barbara Seward CHURCH OF GOD 815-732-7211 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. www.saintbrides.org Pastor Michael Hoffman Email:saint.bride.church@ 815-732-6847 gmail.com Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Services Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday-Holy Communion-8 You and your family are and 10 a.m. invited to join us for worship on Classes Sunday, Sept. 3 at 10:30 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School & Pastor Hoffman will give the Adult Bible Study Available morning message titled “Beyond St. Bride’s follows traditional Expectations.”

Anglican-Episcopal church Communion will be practices; is biblically based celebrated.

Pastor Hoffman will give the Communion and both family and individual oriented. Visitors are always Comments. welcomed.

Greeting you will be the Josh and Jamie ReVelle Family.

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN During morning worship an CHURCH exceptionally fine Children’s West Grove Road at Church is offered for children 3 Columbine Rd. years old through Grade 5.

Pastor Steve Erickson Sunday School begins at Sunday, Sept. 3—9 a.m.

9:30 a.m. and includes classes for adults, young adults, teens, Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m.

Congregational Bible Study; children and infants.

Special attention is given in 10:30 a.m. Divine Worship with each class to issues and topics Communion related to the particular needs ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN and interests of each group.

CHURCH The Wednesday night Youth 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Group meets at 6 p.m. at Pastor Terrie Wilder East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. 815-946-2919 Daysville Road.

Sunday The local Weight Watchers Worship 9 a.m. group meets Wednesday at the Social Time 10 a.m. church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, followed by their

ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 p.m.

Sunday 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m.

Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest 3 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m.

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

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

SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199 9:30 a.m. Sabbath School 11 a.m. Worship Service TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Email: trinitymm@frontier. com Website: www.trinitymm.net Friday, Sept. 1—8 a.m.

Bulletin & Fellowship Saturday, Sept. 2—5:30 p.m.

Worship Service, “Solid as a Rock” Sunday, Sept. 3—9:30 a.m.

Worship Service, “Solid as a Rock” Fellowship Following Service Monday, Sept. 4—Labor Day, Office Closed Tuesday, Sept. 5—3:30-4:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park (grades K-6); 6:30 p.m.

Committee Meeting Night; 7:30 p.m. Executive Committee Meeting Wednesday, Sept. 6—6:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise Group in Chapel (Gathering Space); 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Staff Meeting, Office Closed; 6 p.m. Chime Choir Resumes; 6:45 p.m.

Men’s Chancel Choir Rehearsal Resumes; 7 p.m. Full Chancel Choir Rehearsal Resumes; 7:30 p.m. Women’s Chancel Choir Rehearsal Resumes Thursday, Sept. 7—3:30-4:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park (grades K-6) 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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Events & Entertainment

Jam Fest brings music, food and more Sept. 23

Jim Wolber, left, and Dennis Stukenberg assisted by Tracy Fleck and Jim Vankco of Second Breakfast and Kenny Sweitzer of the Ruff Kutts put on a rousing performance that literally “raised the roof” on the Lions Pavilion at the recent Ogle County Fair. Photo supplied

First Fridays back at the Grove Following a “dyn-o-mite” appearance at the Ogle County Fair, the First Fridays musicians will return home to the Pinecrest Grove Theater on Sept. 1.

As usual the musician sign-up will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the show will begin at 7.

The sound system will be engineered by Harold Harrison who also does the PAG performances and a number of the shows at the downtown band shell.

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 an instrument and join the show, or kick back and listen to the music.

Admission is by free will donation.

Bring a friend and enjoy the evening.

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

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

Ample parking is available 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.

Encore!

Mt. Morris invites the public to join fellow musicians and music lovers for the launch of Jam Fest 2017 on Saturday, Sept.

23.

Jam Fest is a laid-back harmony of string music, simple food, artwork, support of local artisans, and good old-fashioned family fun.

The historic Mt. Morris campus will be filled with acoustic string band music as groups and individuals connect organically for impromptu performances.

Jam grass is rooted in bluegrass, but often combines other genres, like folk, jazz and rock, into a warm style of music.

Anderlik, Otto, and Church, having the reputation as one of the most versatile acoustic bands in the Midwest, will get the party started at 1 p.m.

All fellow musicians are invited to join in the Campus Jam at 2:30 when an eclectic collection of ukulele strummers (including a

high school ukes club from Chicago), and the Rock River Strummers will highlight the 4 p.m. hour.

The high energy sound of Porch Fire brings it all home at 5 p.m.

Most attending may not be able to resist a familiar mouth-watering aroma wafting across the campus.

The Cheese and Jam Slam is a culinary competition that takes a childhood comfort food to a whole new height.

Sample each gourmet grilled cheese and see if your favorite agrees with the judges’ decision.

Better yet, grab a few friends and create a “notyour-mama’s grilled cheese” entry. Of course, every recipe must include jam.

Ogle County is bursting with artisan businesses, and the Discover Market will offer an opportunity to be introduced to some of these entrepreneurs.

Baked goods, berry treats, and coffees are just a few of the many locally made

products.

The ENCORE! Old Sandstone Gallery, will host the fine art work of dozens of regional artists, so be sure to stroll over and experience this juried show.

A kids play area, complete with a bounce house and games will be available on the campus for the smaller set of music and grilled cheese lovers.

Visit EncoreMtMorris. com and follow the ‘Jam Fest’ link for more information about how to participate.

Encore! Mt. Morris is composed of volunteers committed to developing Mt. Morris into a unique, thriving rural and cultural arts destination in northwest Illinois.

ENCORE! Mt. Morris is a cultural initiative of the Mt. Morris Economic Development Corp.

Volunteers and donations are welcome.

Learn more at EncoreMtMorris.com, also on Facebook.

Autumn on the Prairie planned The Nature Conservancy’s Nachusa Grasslands Preserve will presents its annual Autumn on the Prairie festival on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The day’s activities include 30 steward guided tours of prairie and savannas, educational exhibits,

butterfly hikes, self–guided prairie plant exploration hikes, and rides through the prairie to look for bison.

Additional activities include local artists at work, a children’s tent, and a live raptor display.

The event is free and open to the public and will be held rain or shine.

Oliver’s will be on site with food and beverages for purchase.

The preserve is located three miles northwest of Franklin Grove at 2075 S. Lowden Rd. Directional signs will be posted.

To learn more visit nature. org/illinoisEvents or www. nachusagrasslands.org.

Time to sign-up for Autumn on Parade If you love a parade, you should love Autumn on Parade’s Harvest Time Parade, slated for Sunday, Oct. 8 in Oregon.

The theme for this year’s parade is “Music Then and Now”.

“We chose this theme so we can showcase different genres of music for a variety of ages. It is always fun to see how the entrants embrace the theme each year and create entertaining parade entries.

I’m sure this year will be no exception.” said Marseyne Snow, chairman of the parade.

The ever-popular South Shore Drill Team and the Jesse White Tumblers have been booked for the event.

Back again this year is a post parade show by the crowd pleasing South Shore

Drill Team.

The post parade show will be held on Jefferson Street in front of the Oregon library.

Other parade entries include the Elite Striders, YAVO Marching Panthers, Royal Airs, Sinful Saints Dixieland Band, a rocket cycle, antique bicycles, stilt walkers, a bubble buggy, circus wagon, antique tractors, 4-H youth groups, shrine clubs, commercial entries and many more.

“We’re anticipating parade entrants will make this year’s Harvest Time Parade one of the most memorable. We are excited to watch and listen to music from then and now,” said Snow. “Please get your entries in early so we can finish the parade line-up. The deadline is in Sept. 15, but the

An entry form and parade route map is available at www.autumnonparade.org.

Autumn on Parade, marking its 47th year in 2017, will be held in downtown Oregon on Oct. 7-8. Other activities include a arts and crafts booths situated around the historic Ogle County Courthouse, a Food Court,an Olde English Faire at Stronghold, 60/40 raffle, a Fun Zone for kids, a car and tractor show, tours of the Chana School, a donut eating contest, and rides on the Pride of Oregon paddlewheel, and a 5K and Fun Run on Sunday morning prior to the Harvest Time Parade.

For more information, contact AOP at 815732-3465 or visit www. autumnonparade.org.

earlier you get your entry in the better.”

Awards are given for best business entry, best use of festival theme, best float, antique vehicle, antique tractor, color guard, junior high band, senior high band, 4-H group, Scout/youth group, junior high drum major, senior high pompon, senior high color guard, senior high drum major, senior high drum line, queen, and best animal unit.

Fees for commercial and individual political entries are $50 for each unit.

The parade begins at 1 p.m. on Sunday and travels through downtown Oregon.

For more information, contact Snow at mareseynesnow@comcast. net or call 815-341-5559.

Hangar dance Sept. 9 Join the Rock River Flyers Club on Saturday, Sept. 9 as they host a 1940s era Hangar Dance at the Ogle County Airport from 5 to 8 p.m.

The event includes live music, contests, raffles, food and more.

Period dress is strongly encouraged, but not necessary.

Some seating is available, lawn chairs may be needed.

The Ogle County Airport is on Ill. 64 three miles east of Mt. Morris.

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Slow Ride Jim Mocklin, Sterling, and his horse, Kari, take Karrie Leigh and her son, Garrett, for a light stroll around the East Jordan Church parking lot during the Farm Heritage Show. Photo by Zach Arbogast

LR Lions will serve breakfast The Leaf River Lions Club will serve their first breakfast of the season on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 7 to 10 a.m. at the Bertolet Memorial Building.

Breakfasts will be served every month until May. The first breakfast will be fresh eggs, made to order, bacon, hash browns, white and wheat toast, jelly, applesauce, orange juice, milk and coffee.

The cost for each breakfast is as follows: children age 4 and younger eat free, ages 5 to 12 eat for $4, 13-year-olds through adults can go through one time for $6, and an all you can eat breakfast will be $8.

Proceeds from the

breakfasts will go towards the Lions activities during Summer Daze Festival and other Lions projects.

“The Leaf River Lions want to thank the many people that support our breakfast program and hope you received a great breakfast in return,” said Lion Paul Lindstrom. “Your support helps the Lions serve needy people in the community and help support the many activities during our Leaf River Summer Daze.”

A list will be available at breakfasts showing the many projects and services the Leaf River Lions have done.

October’s breakfast will be pancakes, waffles, and whole hog sausage.

Democrats will meet Ogle County Democrats will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 5 at VFW Post 8739, 1310 W. Washington St., Oregon.

Set-up is at 6 p.m., the meeting will start at 6:30.

For more information, contact chairman Nancy Churchill at ncchurchill@comcast.net or 815-732-3790.

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Local farms are offering tours This year’s Ogle County Farm Stroll will be on Sunday, Sept. 10 from noon to 5 p.m.

It’s Grandparents Day so to make this an enjoyable event for you and your family, here are a few Farm Stroll guidelines.

Dress appropriately for a farm visit.

Be sure to follow all the farmer’s instructions and be respectful of all the animals.

Wash your hands.

For the safety of livestock and other participants, do not bring your pets.

Pick up, complete, and turn in a Farm Stroll Passport at any of the farms for a chance to win prizes.

Most importantly, be safe and have fun.

The Farm Stroll has no beginning and no end. Just choose which farms you want to see, gather your friends and family, and enjoy a relaxing, educational and fun afternoon.

Follow Ogle County Farm Stroll on Facebook for upto-the-minute information, brochures, maps, and spotlight features on each farm: www.facebook.com/ northernilfarmstroll/ or contact University of Illinois Extension Ogle County at 815-732-2191 with any additional questions.

The following farms are participating: Barnhart’s Stone Corner Organic Farm Market – 2169 E. Honey Creek Rd., Oregon.

Jon and Cindy Barnhart grow vegetables and herbs with organic practices for their on-site farm stand.

They also maintain a unique collection of stones – hundreds of tons, many marked with date and point of origin, all arranged in stone fences and sculptures around their property.

BerryView Orchard – 7504 W. Midtown Rd., Mt. Morris.

Jeff and Julie Warren are growing the super fruit aronia berry using organic practices.

Taste aronia berries, learn about the benefits, and find ways to add them to your cooking, baking and juicing.

Pick your own aronia berries and apples, or purchase them pre-picked.

Sample jams, jellies and cookies. Walk the orchards and see what’s growing the future.

Dietrich Ranch – 4575 N. Leaf River Rd., Mt. Morris.

Dan and Erin Dietrich raise 100 percent grassfed beef and lamb using intensive rotational grazing and holistic management.

Animals are moved to fresh grass every day and receive no chemicals ever.

Beef products will be available for sale. Watch how excited the cattle get when moved to new pasture at 3 p.m.

Hinrichs Farms – 1675 S. Columbian Rd., Oregon.

Home of AJ’s Garden Tractor Jamboree.

Join us for interactive events such as corn shelling, corn grinding and rope making.

See hit and miss engines, John Deere two-cylinder tractors, vintage garden tractors, a huge tool collection and other old iron collectibles on display in four buildings.

Irish Lady Farm – 1746 W. Oregon Trail Rd., Oregon Will Major raises a flock of free-range Russian orloff laying hens, a dual-purpose heritage breed with spangled plumage. See eggs getting ready to hatch.

Check out the vineyard and event facility. Farm-fresh eggs will be available for sale.

Tours on-going during the Farm Stroll.

Jen’s Artisan Breads (at Irish Lady Farm) – 1746 W. Oregon Trail Rd., Oregon Jennifer Koertner sells fresh-baked artisan breads, biscotti, and High-Octane Energy Bars, primarily at local farmers markets.

Come see the certified kitchen at Irish Lady Farm, smell the smells, and sample some of Jen’s award-winning baked goods. A variety of fresh breads will be available for sale.

JK and Ace Garden and Farm – 6315 N. River Rd., Byron.

The Hedegaards are beginning farmers specializing in diversified, chemical-free produce, honey, and eggs sold through local farmers markets as well as CSA and sale barns.

They also operate a bed and breakfast and pottery studio on site.

Farm-fresh produce, pottery, and gifts will be available for purchase.

White Pines Ranch – 3581 W. Pines Rd., Oregon White Pines Ranch will celebrated 60 years in 2018.

They offer summer camp, outdoor education, scouts, and youth group outings, family outings, horseback riding, and facility rentals.

Come take a tour, stroll through the corn maze, learn about their programs, or meet a friendly horse.

Call 815-732-7923 to schedule a riding reservation for 1, 2, or 3 p.m.

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Ag summit was held on Aug. 17 Dr. Elwynn Taylor, Iowa State Climatologist, was the featured speaker at a crop weather outlook and market insight meeting held Aug. 17 at Barnacopia, Polo.

Taylor spoke on the USDA crop report, U.S. drought index, aridity index and estimated crop yields.

Also speaking was commodity

broker Brent Sandahl, who provided attendees with insight into possible markets highs and lows for the coming year.

“The summit was planned by the bank because the success of the agricultural sector is important to the local community,” said Ed Vock, senior vice-president with Forreston

Livestock auction held at the fair Ogle County Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction was held on Aug. 4 at the Ogle County Fair.

The Supreme Champion Dairy Basket belonging to Brenna Noon, of Oregon, was purchased by Baker Angus for $1050.00.

Reserve Champion Dairy Basket belonging to Lacie Williams, of Leaf River, was purchased by Floto Custom Forage for $800.

The Champion Meat Pen of Chickens belonging to Carter Conderman, of Byron, was purchased by Sublette Mechanical for $300.

The Reserve Champion Meat Pen of Chickens belonging to Collin Conderman, of Byron ,was purchased by Sublette Mechanical for $300.

The Reserve Champion Duck belonging to Casey DeVries, of Forreston, was purchased by CPS Baileyville for $300.

The Champion Goose belonging to Grant Johnson, of Forreston, was purchased

by Compeer Financial for

$100.00.

The Reserve Champion Goose belonging to Alex Wiliams, of Leaf River, was purchased by German American State Bank for $250.

Braden Rogers, of Chana ,had the 77 pound Champion Weather. It was purchased

by O’Brien Civil Works for $3.50 a pound for a total of $269.50.

Champion Lamb Carcass belonging to Brooke Ewald, of Byron. was purchased

by O’Brien Civil Works for $337.50.

Zeke Horn, of Kings, had the top selling lamb that was 139 pounds. It was purchased

by Noon Farms at $6.25 a pound for a total of $868.75.

The average price per pound for lamb was $3.71. A total of 12 head of sheep were sold.

Champion Beef Carcass belonging to Curtis Hollewell, of German Valley, was purchased for $3,240 by Eickman Processing & Lyle Greenfield.

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Beef Carcass belonging to Abbie Ring, of Oregon, was purchased by Noon Farms for $2674.

The Grand Champion 1,375 pound steer belonging to Allissa Martin, of Oregon, was purchased by Compeer Financial for $2750 at the price of $2 a pound.

The Reserve Champion Steer was a 1,355 pound steer belonging to Bode Martin, of Oregon, that was purchased for $2506.75 by Stillman Bank at $1.85 a pound.

The top selling steer was a 1,555 pound steer belonging to Elise Hayenga, of Kings, that was sold for $4120.75 and purchased by Holcomb Bank at $2.65 per pound.

A total of 25 head of cattle were sold with the average price being $1.96 a pound.

Champion Swine Carcass belonging to Robbie Thurow, of Stillman Valley, was purchased for $559 by Holcomb Bank.

Tyler Hall, of Monroe Center, had the 263 pound Supreme Market Hog. It was purchased by Stillman Bank

The Ogle County Services Network is sponsoring their annual Wellness & Resource Fair for adults on Wednesday, October 11 from 8:30 – 2 p.m. at the Rock River Center, 810 South 10th St. in Oregon.

The event is free and open to the public.

Flu vaccines will be available from the

at $2.10 a pound for a total of $552.30.

The 271 pound Reserve Champion Purebred Barrow owned by Gwen Hall, of Monroe Center, was purchased by Holcomb Bank at $1.85 a pound, for a total of $501.35.

Adrianne Hall, of Monroe Center, had the 253 pound Reserve Champion Market Barrow that was purchased for $506 by First State Bank at $2.00 a pound.

The Grand Champion Market Gilt was a 264 pound gilt belonging to Kyle Hemmersbach, of Leaf River, that was purchased for $1,320

by Pearl City Elevator at $5 a pound.

The top selling hog sold for $5.25 per pound. Kyle Hemmersbach, of Leaf River, had a 256 pound hog that sold for a total of $1,344 purchased by Cassens Farms.

The average price per pound for hogs was $2.34, with 48 head of hogs sold.

Auctioneers were Lenny Bryson, Mark Ebert, and Todd Wills.

Ogle County Health Department for a fee.

If you have questions, would like to be an exhibitor or would like more information about the Wellness & Resource Fair, call Elizabeth Sosa, University of Illinois Extension at 815732-2191.

Public Voice Summer sports program was a success

Dear Editor, I would like to thank all the Oregon Park District baseball and softball players, coaches, parents, spectators, umpires, scorekeepers, grounds crew, and all involved in making this summer a very successful one.

A special thank you to all of our local sponsors; Game-Day Apparel, Martin & Co. Excavating, Bauer’s Detasseling and McDonald’s.

Thank you again for everyone’s support if providing and promoting youth athletics in Oregon.

Calvin Clothier Athletic Facility Manager Oregon Park District

FVV students receive supplies Dan Dietrich explains his grass-fed beef operation to Dear Forrestville Valley visitors Saturday during the Mt. Morris Country Living Community, Tour. Dietrich Ranch will also be featured Sept. 10 at “It takes a village” — the Ogle County Farm Stroll. Photo by Vinde Wells and thank goodness for this

village!

This year SSET 4 School supplied 130 students with backpacks and the essential school supplies.

This doesn’t “just happen.”

This isn’t just “luck.”

This takes a community commitment to make sure our students have what they need.

Thanks go out to the German American Bank, German Valley, Bertolet Memorial Library, Leaf River, Forreston Public Library and Koeller Forreston Hardware for again being the drop-off sites.

Thank you to Jonathan Schneiderman for his continued support and making sure the distribution information is sent to all FVV families via email.

Thanks to the Forreston, Baileyville, Leaf River, and German Valley churches that collected supplies and delivered them.

Thank you to the number of individuals who dropped school supplies off on my

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Thank you to all the individuals who gave unexpected monetary donations (and there were many of you).

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My only wish is that each of you could see the faces of the kids, and parents, as they

leave with a new backpack full of supplies.

This program continues to succeed because of the phenomenal community support.

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Bootleg Flyers return Friday to Jamboree stage Local classic rock and blues band Bootleg Flyers will return to the Mt. Morris Jamboree on Friday, Sept. 1 from 7 to 9 p.m., performing for the first time since appearing on Dave Hoekstra’s Nocturnal Journal radio show in WGN’s Showcase Studio on May 20.

Co-founders, Kevin Remrey and Larry Ubben have performed together since 1984’s Nuclear Mushroom’s all too brief, but well received lifespan and have been part of all sorts of boogie bands, including the RAMI Hall of Fame Award Winning Blues Hawks and DVS. Remrey plays exquisite lead guitar, with Ubben on rhythm guitar, both providing lead and backing vocals.

Pastor Doc Newcomb drives the Flyers groove

with unparalleled style and finesse on the drums.

Newcomb has previously performed with Pastors of Disaster and also sits in with Dan Elsasser’s band, Goin’ Postal.

Elsasser sings soulful lead vocals and plays rhythm guitar.

He and Remrey also currently perform in the acoustic duet and sometimes electric band Goin’ Postal.

“Mt. Morris alum, Jeff Elbel sat in on the last few Flyers gigs, providing excellent bass guitar and backing vocals, so we’ve brought him on board to fill the shoes of original member Dave Weinberg, who’s up and moved to Oklahoma,” said Ubben, who also organizes the Jamboree/ Elbel has performed with a multitude of bands over

the years, most notably Ping, which will hopefully be releasing their new album, “Three Finger Opera” before the end of the year.

Concessions for the evening will be provided by St. Brides Church of Oregon, who will serve barbecues, baked beans, chips, and drinks. Sweet treats will be available, too.

The Below Zero ice cream shop across the street from the campus will also be open that evening.

The Encore! Art Gallery on the first floor of Old Sandstone will be featuring a new show by regional Artists that night from 6 to 9:30 p.m., and several straw sculptures will still be on display around the campus as well.

Many local craft vendors on site, too.

The Bootleg Flyers perform at last year’s Jamboree. Pictured left to right are: Kevin Remrey, Dan Elsasser, Maron Gaffron, Jeff Elbel, Doc Newcomb, and Larry Ubben.

They will return for another performance on Friday night. Photo supplied

The rain location for the concert and concessions is the Mt. Morris Moose Lodge, 101 Moose Drive just off of East Hitt Street at the same times.

Be sure to come early

and visit the Mt. Morris Community Farmers Market, open every Friday through October from 4 to 7 p.m. in the bank parking lot at the corner of Wesley Avenue and Ill. 64.

Bring a blanket or chair, or enjoy the benches and join the fun on the historic campus in the center of Mt. Morris.

For more information call Ubben at 815-973-6786.

New to the Collection The following list is a small sampling of the new items available at the Library.

Please come in and check out our new books and other items on display located in each section of the library.

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.

Adult Fiction House of Spies by Daniel Silva, also available on Axis 360 Look Behind You by Iris Johansen and Roy Johansen Non-Fiction The First Congress by Fergus M. Bordervich Large Print Evening Stars by Susan Mallery Longing by Mary Balogh

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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

No appointment is necessary.

They will return every fourth Wednesday of each month.

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

Library Card Sign Up Month September is library card sign-up month.

Show your card at the circulation desk in September and any late fees will be waived and any lost cards will be replaced for free.

Recycle Your Plastic Help us earn a Trex Yacht Club bench for the library pavilion.

Recycle your plastic bags and other plastic wrap at the library.

We have collected 176 pounds with 324 to go by Nov. 15.

Visit the library website or Facebook for more information on the project.

All plastic must be clean, dry and free of food residue.

Operation Warm The library will be collecting new and gently used winter wear in adult and children’s sizes.

The collected items will be donated to Second Hand Rose.

Patrons who make donations will have their late fees forgiven.

Used Books for Donation If you are looking for a great deal on used books, the Polo Public Library has several in exchange for a donation.

Many of the available items have been purged from the library’s collection, while additional items are donations from community members.

This includes fiction for adults, teens, and children, nonfiction for adults and children.

The used books are located on the red cart upstairs and

the bookcases between the stairways downstairs.

Children’s Programs Preschool StoryTime Tuesday, Sept. 12 10:30 a.m.

All preschoolers are welcome to attend with a parent or daycare provider.

Programs will include age appropriate activities such as songs, stories, and simple crafts.

Participation in Preschool StoryTime is one of the easiest and most effective ways you can promote important pre-reading skills to your child.

Registration is necessary for this free program. Please phone the library, 815-9462713, or stop by to sign up your preschooler.

Pokemon Club Saturday, Sept. 16 1 to 2 p.m.

Trade cards, learn the

basics, and play the game.

Bring your own deck of 60 cards.

For ages 7-12.

Parents or caregivers must remain in the library if their child is under 10.

A snack will be provided.

Adult Programs Book Discussion Groups Afternoon Book Club @ the Library Monday, Sept. 25 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Location: Polo Public Library Book Selection: An Unsuitable Job for a Woman

by P.D. James Book Discussion Group Friday, Sept. 22 2 to 3 p.m.

Location: Polo Senior Center Book Selection: The Color of Lightening by Paulette Jiles

RRC Representative Wednesday, Sept. 2

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

Polo Public Library is more than books - we’re a community resource!

Send your Entertainment and Events news items to Ogle County Newspapers, P.O. Box 8, Oregon, Ill 61061 or email: vwells@oglecountynews.com

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Pinecrest recognized for perfect inspection score

By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecountynews Pinecrest Community officials and staff members were recognized last week for earning a perfect score in a federal inspection.

At a ceremony attended by village officials and Pinecrest employees on Friday, Mt. Morris Village President Dan Elsasser presented Pinecrest Director Ferol Labash with a plaque on honoring the facility for its accomplishment. “This is just outstanding,�

Elsasser said. “It’s quite a monumental task.�

Labash said that when the facility had its first federal inspection last spring it was found to be in substantial compliance with federal nursing home regulations – that means not a single citation was issued. “I’m very proud to say our staff worked so hard we had zero citations,� she said. “It’s quite an accomplishment.� The plaque reads, “The Village of Mt. Morris hereby recognizes Pinecrest Community for its

‘outstanding compliance’ with federal and state nursing home regulations.�

A team of surveyors from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regional office in Chicago spent four days in March at Pinecrest to conduct a comparative survey. The team observed resident care, conducted interviews with residents, family members and staff, and reviewed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all federal standards of care for nursing homes.  Federal surveys are a key CMS oversight tool in ensuring the adequacy of annual state surveys.  Only five percent of nursing homes are surveyed by federal inspectors each year.  That means that out of approximately 1,200 long term care facilities in Illinois, Pinecrest is one of approximately 60 Illinois nursing homes to receive a federal survey this year. Pinecrest Community and all licensed nursing homes

Mt. Morris Village President Dan Elsasser presents Pinecrest Community Director Ferol Labash with a plaque Friday in recognition of Pinecrest’s perfect score in a federal inspection earlier this year. Applauding are Jolene LeClere, Administrator of Health Services, and Meg Unger, Director of Nursing. Photo by Vinde Wells

in Illinois are inspected each year during an unannounced visit by a team of surveyors from the Illinois Department of Public Health.

IDPH surveys are conducted to determine compliance with both state and federal nursing home regulations. Â This health survey is a significant component of

which was started in Mt. Morris by the Church of the Brethren in 1893, is a notfor-profit continuing care retirement community .  It has grown to a community that serves approximately 175 residents and employs nearly 200 staff. Pinecrest offers care at all levels including duplex homes for active seniors,

the CMS Five Star Quality Rating. Â This rating includes staffing levels, and quality measures in addition to the health survey to determine a star rating from one to five stars. Â Pinecrest has held the highest 5-star rating from CMS for a number of years.

Pinecrest Community,

independent living apartment homes, intermediate and skilled nursing care, specialized memory care and short-term rehab following an illness, injury or surgery on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. Â For more information, visit the website at www. pinecrestcommunity.org or call 815-734-4103.

Sale benefits food pantry The fourth annual yard sale to benefit the Mt. Morris Loaves and Fish Food Pantry will be held on Labor Day Weekend, Friday,

Sept. 1 and Saturday Sept.

2 from 9 a.m. until no more visitors arrive each day at the Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren, 409 W. Brayton

Rd. For more information call Lynne Wilburn at 815-7344593 or Jan Francis at 815734-6561.Â

VOP offers scholarships The Village of Progress Foundation will offer a $500, one-year scholarship to be awarded at the annual banquet on Oct. 18.  The financial status of the applicant is not a consideration.

To be eligible, the student must be a resident of Ogle

County and be either a high school senior who is disabled or is planning on attending college and majoring in an area related to the disabled, or a fulltime undergraduate college student who is disabled or is majoring in an area related to the disabled

Applications must be received by Oct. 2 be completed on the foundation application form, and include at least three written references.  Those wishing an application are encouraged to call the Village of Progress at 815-732-2126.

Wagon Ride John Neahring, of Sterling, gives the crowd a lift as he takes them on a tractorpulled wagon ride around the Farm Heritage Show grounds. Photo by Zach Arbogast

White Elephant Sale Oct. 6-8 in Oregon The Oregon United Methodist Women will hold their annual White Elephant Sale during Autumn on Parade weekend, Oct. 6-8 inside the

Family Life Center at the church.

Sale hours are Friday,Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday,

Open House

Oct. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The church is on the southwest corner of Fourth (Ill. 2) and Jefferson Streets, just south of the Food Court.

Please join us in wishing Dr. Wollstadt a

Happy Retirement

Mt. Carroll attorney named associate judge the Illinois Courts, said in a news release Monday. He takes the bench Sept. 5.

Kane, of Leemon & Kane in Mt. Carroll, received his undergraduate degree in 1989 from Illinois State University in Normal, and his juris doctor in 1992 from

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Schurman of Morrison; Tina J. Coffey of Dixon; and Anthony V. Coon of Freeport.

Joyce, 69, was appointed in 2001.

The 15th serves Ogle, Stephenson, Lee, Carroll and JoDaviess counties.

Tuesday, September 12th from 1-2:30 p.m.

In Pinecrest Manor’s Activity Room to Celebrate Dr. Loyd Wollstadt’s 29 years as Medical Director of Pinecrest Community.

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

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He was one of five attorneys, including former Ogle County State’s Attorney Michael C. Rock of Byron, to apply for the position.

The other applicants were Michelle B. Buckwalter-

A Mt. Carroll attorney has been chosen to fill the 15th Judicial Circuit associate judgeship that will open when John F. Joyce retires Sept. 1.

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Polo senior knows where to look for family on Friday nights

By Adam Feiner afeiner@saukvalley.com Every home game, Polo senior running back and linebacker Reid Taylor can look to the left of the pressbox at the top of the stands to find his family.

Their unofficial assigned seats gives Reid an extra comfort knowing he has two former Marco football players watching him with pride.

Taylor’s stepfather, Brent Tegeler, is a 1978 Polo grad, and experienced the thrill that is playoff football in his senior season as the team’s running back. When asked who was the better back, Tegeler deferred to his stepson.

“He’s a lot better,” Tegeler laughed. “I had a great offensive line, which helped me out a ton. We had one guy that was allstate up front, and another that was honorable mention [all-state]. Reid has some awesome people in front of him, and with his drive, I think he’ll do very well this year.”

Also sitting in the family’s

section is Reid’s uncle, Ryan Deets (class of 2003).

Deets suited up as a right guard and defensive end, but never got to experience the playoffs. At the time, Reid was a waterboy.

In towns like Polo, changes are gradual and drawn-out over time.

The 2017 edition of the Marcos will pass more than Tegeler’s and Deets’ teams did, but the stands and sidelines will be just as full.

“The biggest similarity I see is the town support,” Deets said. “It’s still as big a deal as it’s always been.

People pack the place.

“You feel like you’re not only brothers with your teammates, but brothers across generations of anybody who put that helmet on. Your hand is in on the huddle, in a way.”

“Anybody who’s ever played and is still around, they’re there every Friday night,” Taylor said. “It’s nice knowing you’re making the guys who played before you proud.”

Tegeler added that the team’s goals and will to win has also not changed. Three

Reid Taylor, a incoming Polo High School senior, poses with his uncle Ryan Deets and stepfather Brent Tegeler on the Polo High football field. Photo by Peter Balser

straight years of playoff football for Taylor serves as his reasoning.

“Seeing the desire the whole Polo team has is special. They want to win so bad,” Tegeler said.

“That’s how we were when

I went through school.”

Though direct comparisons can be made more for Taylor and Tegeler, it’s harder to say whether Deets or Taylor was the better player based on their different positions. Taylor

joked that he would watch film to truly see, but that Tegeler and Deets are “too old for that.”

“I was the one trying to make the holes for the guys to run through,” Deets said.

What isn’t debatable is

that Taylor understands why he’s one of the best returning running backs in the NUIC. “He [Deets] had the more important job,” Taylor said.

“You don’t go anywhere without your line.”

into the game followed by a 14-yard TD by Gavin Fuchs at the six-minute mark.

Christensen added another TD on a 15-yard run at 5:40 followed by Evan Kelsey’s 2-yard TD run with 1:57 left to play in the quarter.

Fuchs scored twice in the

second quarter, one on an 85-yard run and the other on a one yard run, before Hunter Rogers had a 31-yard TD to end the half.

Ethan Mulder had a 3-yard TD run in the third quarter en route to the win.

The Cards had a total

of 417 rushing yards with Fuchs leading the way with 128 on six attempts followed

by Christensen with 91 yards on five carries.

Christensen and Matt Akins led the defense with six tackles each followed

by Fuchs and Garrett

Baderstcher with four each.

The Cards, who are ranked number one for Class 1A schools, hosts arch-rival Lena Winslow, who is ranked third in 1A, this Friday, Sept.

1, in Forreston.

It is also Senior Night for the Cardinals.

Forreston Cards roll over Du-Pec in season opener The Forreston Cardinals opened the 2017 season where they left off the 2016 undefeated season with

Forreston Golf Scores

another win – a resounding 54-6 win over the DurandPecatonica co-op on Aug. 25.

The Cards wasted little time getting on the scoreboard, putting up 26 points in the first quarter with a 55-yard touchdown from AJ Christensen at 10:25

Forreston fell to East Dubuque by a matter of three strokes, in their meet Aug. 22 at LaComa Golf Course, East Dubuque, 180 to 177.

Forreston’s strongest showing came from junior Andrew Bratina with a final score of 38, losing the medal by a single stroke to Dubuque’s Zach Meyer.

Christian Groenewold, Forreston’s No. 1, finished with 43.

Other final scores for Forreston were: Mark DeWall, 50; Mavric Rudy, 52; Lane Lindquist, 52; Kolton Ruby, 49.

Chamber Chatter Every Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. a Farmer’s Market will be held in the parking lot next to the Shell Gas Station.

The market will include vendors with meat and vegetables.

The annual Chili Cook-Off is soon approaching.

Please let the Chamber know if you are interested in participating.

Entry forms are available on the Chamber website.

Nominations are being accepted for Citizen of the Year.

Please place your nomination in a sealed envelope and mail to Polo Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064, or it can be dropped off at Scholl Insurance Agency during business hours.

The Polo Chamber of Commerce annual dinner has been scheduled for Monday, Sept. 25 at CedarStone (formerly LaBranche).

Invitations will be mailed soon.

The Polo Chamber Board of Trustees is attempting to issue Certificates of Recognition to Polo Chamber of Commerce member businesses celebrating five years, and those with fiveyear increments of being in business in Polo.

Contact polochamber@ gmail.com to announce a special business celebration.

Call the Polo Chamber at 815-946-3131 or polochamber@gmail.com to post on the Chamber sign, Chamber website (Polochamber.org) and in the Chamber Chatter.

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Tri-County Press, Forreston Journal

SPORTS

SECTION B

Thursday, August 31, 2017

Defense the key to Polo’s 20-12 victory Friday

By Chris Johnson cxjohnson@saukvalley. com It took only two seconds for fans to be worried Friday night in Polo when the Marcos hosted Orangeville to start the football season.

Polo received the opening kickoff which the Broncos kicked short. Polo was unable to handle the kick and Orangeville recovered in Polo territory.

The Marcos’ defense rose to the occasion and ended the drive when senior Reid Taylor knocked down a pass on fourth and one to give fans a sigh of relief.

“Our defense was huge,” said coach Jeff Bumsted.

“They stopped them there and they came up big.”

Polo’s offense took the field and faced a quick fourth and one situation at the Orangeville 43-yard line.

Bumsted had confidence in his team and junior quarterback Braiden Soltow handed the ball off to Taylor who ran to the right sideline for a 57-yard touchdown to give Polo the early lead with 7:21 to play in the first quarter.

The two defenses had strong first halves but the Orangeville offense moved the ball more efficiently.

On one drive they converted a fourth and inches at the 18-yard line and the defense forced another fourth down and held the Broncos to no points.

During the final drive of the half, with seconds remaining.

Broncos quarterback Austin Guy

completed a 40-yard pass and run to set up a goalline play with 2 seconds remaining.

Soltow intercepted the pass to end the half.

“I thought our guys came up big at the end of the half,” said Bumsted.

In the second half the Polo defense gave up the only Orangeville score. The Broncos converted a fourth and four at the 24-yard line on a quarterback keeper and then had first and goal at the 1-yard line. Guy ran the ball in from 6 yards out with 2:08 left in the third.

The Polo defense stepped up and stopped a 2-point conversion to maintain a slim 7-6 lead.

Polo responded late in the third and the early in the fourth with a solid drive. The offense converted a couple third down’s and avoided costly penalties.

During this drive an Orangeville defender was kicked out of the game for a pair of 15-yard penalties on the same play. One for his actions on the field and as the referee said “one for his mouth.”

This set up Polo on the 13yard line where senior Baylee Wiemken caught a 13-yard pass for the touchdown with 11:31 left in the game.

The extra point was blocked.

The next play was one Bumsted would like to forget.

Guy returned the kick-off 65-yards for the touchdown to bring the Broncos within a point.

Again the Polo defense stood strong and stopped a

Polo defensive back Braiden Soltow (10) intercepts a would-be Orangeville touchdown pass in the endzone to end the first half. The Marcos won against the Broncos 20-12. Photo by Zach Arbogast.

2-point conversion to keep Polo ahead 13-12.

Polo added to the lead with 2:35 left in the game on a 8-yard run by Taylor.

This gave Orangeville one final chance down by 20-12.

“I thought we scored too early and gave Orangeville the opportunity there,” said Bumsted. “We need better snaps and to get our lineman off the ball.”

Polo ended the game by stopping Orangeville on downs on the 25-yard line.

“There were a lot of things I did not like and we will need to clean up,” said Bumsted.

“We got a W which is what counts.”

Polo will travel to Milledgeville this Friday night for conference action.

“We will be working on both our offense and defense to prepare for the game,” he said.

With the pair of mistakes on special teams, the team will probably address that in

Polo defensive lineman Tyler Maginnis (56) tackles Orangeville running back Dalton Lowe. The Polo defense stood strong against Orangeville at home in the first game of the season. The defense only allowed 1 touchdown, but prevented a pair of 2-point conversions and numerous fourth down attempts by the Broncos. Polo won the game 20-12. Photo by Chris Johnson

practice also.

Individual stats for the game.

RUSHING - Polo: Brady Webb 4-10, Braiden Soltow 7-15, Reid Taylor 14-88,

Randal Gabaldon 1-1; Orangeville: Guy 21-116, Garrett Rodebaugh 11-48, Carter Klecker 6-16, Dalton Lowe 6-28 PASSING - Polo: Soltow

7-8, 65 yards; Orangeville: Guy 1-7, 44 yards RECEIVING - Polo: Webb 4-32, Ethan Phillips 1-13, Wiemken 2-20; Orangeville: Breyton Schofield 1-44

VB second at tourney Polo High School’s fresh-soph volleyball team finished in second place at the Scales Mound Tourney on Aug. 26. There were 12 teams entered in the tournament.

Polo split with Southwestern 21-14, 15-21 and defeated River Ridge, 21-9, 21-3; East Dubuque, 19-21, 21-20, 157; and West Carroll, 21-17, 12-21, and 15-10.

Polo lost to Galena in the championship match, 21-16, 13-21, and 15-17.

Individual stats were: Mallory Patterson, 13 aces, 7 kills, 24 assists;

Alex Dusing, 5 aces, 16 digs, 20 kills, 17 assists, 1 solo block; Addison Grobe, 16 aces, 13 kills; Marah Blake, 5 aces, 8 kills, 6 solo blocks; Harper Clarke, 8 aces, 9 kills, 19 digs; and Desi Badon, 3 aces, 7 kills, and 21 digs.

In a match with Eastland, Polo lost 21-25 and 16-25. Patterson had 2 aces and 5 assists while Grobe had 3 kills.

Polo’s varsity volleyball team also lost to Eastland in two games, 16-25 and 13-25.

Rilley Peterson had 2 kills and 2 digs while Patterson had 3 assists.

Sports Column Football begins with wins for Oregon, Polo, and Forreston

football stadium.

The field was in immaculate shape, not just in how the grass looked, but also in how precisely it was chalked.

Oregon’s maintenance staff deserves a huge round of applause for a job well done. I would venture to guess our field is in better shape than what the Chicago Bears play on, at a fraction of the cost.

Before entering BNC play, it was critical for Oregon to get a win. Harvard was the perfect opening week test.

Other than Byron and Dixon (who don’t play each

other), the conference is down.

Rockford Lutheran lost its coach and had a few players transfer, as is often the case with private schools.

Stillman Valley is smarting a bit from some returners not coming out. Winnebago, like Oregon, has problem with

By Andy Colbert numbers. acolbert@oglecounty Rock Falls and Genoanews.com Kingston lost strong senior classes. Rockford As I walked over the Christian, in its last season Lander-Loomis Field Friday as a BNC football member, afternoon to clean up some has improved and North pole vaulting stuff left over Boone remains an unknown in the Hawks Nest, it was quantity. as if I entered professional It may get ugly at Dixon this Friday, but the following three weeks against North Boone, Rock Falls and ‘Bago Polo School Activities are manageable. for Sept. 4-9 Playoff implications this Monday — Labor Day, no school early in the season?

Tuesday — HS Volleyball vs. Milledgeville at Polo, 6 p.m.

That was the case between Wednesday — 6th Grade Volleyball vs. AFC at Aplington, Polo and Orangeville on 4 p.m.; 7 & 8th Grade Volleyball vs. AFC at Franklin Grove, 4 Friday. A huge win for the p.m.; Golf vs. River Ridge at Storybrook, 4 p.m.

Marcos against at talented Thursday — 6 & 7th Grade Volleyball at Byron, 4 p.m.; team and listening to the 8th Grade Volleyball vs. Byron at Centennial, 4 p.m.; Golf vs. radio, it sounded like an East Dubuque at Silver Ridge, 4 p.m. excellent 1A contest.

Friday — Football vs. Edwardsville (Metro-East Lutheran) If Polo gets by arch-rival varsity only, 7 p.m.

Polo Activities

Milledgeville this week, it is well on its way to a spot in the playoffs.

The Upstate division is more wide open than usual and talented Aquin still looks like the team to beat.

As Jeff Bumstead stressed earlier, the key for Polo is staying healthy. How true, especially with someone like Reid Taylor.

Small schools throughout Illinois will be keenly interested in the outcome of Friday game between Forreston and LenaWinslow. The Cardinals are the consensus No. 1 team in 1A, with Le-Win perhaps No. 2.

If Forreston puts a legitimate beating on the Panthers, like they did in the playoffs, there certainly will be an increased element of fear by potential 1A state contenders.

Will the key to the game be Forreston’s ability to keep Rahveon Valentine bottled up? Or, will that even matter with how deep the Cardinals are in the offensive backfield.

A hardcore NIU football fan asked me if I planned to attend the Boston College at Northern game Friday. No, I responded. Forreston and Le-Win have more appeal to me that watching a Power Five team come to Huskie Stadium.

Bizarre Games There were a couple of very bizarre high school games played this weekend that bear mentioning.

On Friday, Edwardsville put a running clock on Naperville North, taking a 42-0 lead in the second half.

Miraculously, Naperville came back to win 53-49, making the case for “no lead is ever safe”.

The smallest footballplaying school in the state, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Academy (35 enrollment) played its first game ever on Saturday. It’s opponent was tiny Madison from southern Illinois, which resurrected its football program after a 29year absence.

The result was a 64-0 pasting by Madison, which

Andy Colbert

only ran 11 offensive plays in scoring that many points.

They led 20-0 without even touching the ball, as they scored touchdowns on three straight botched punting attempts by Sacred Heart.

Next week, Sacred Heart travels to Varna Midland, a program of 488 enrollment, but a team that lost every game last year by an average of 59 points and had been without a win since 2013.

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Conference Preview 2017

Northwest Upstate Illini Upstate •

Warren River • Ridge

2017 SVM Prediction

•

Orangeville

Conf. All Stockton 7-0 9-0 Aquin 6-1 7-2 Milledgeville 5-2 7-2 Polo 4-3 5-4 AFC 3-4 4-5 Orangeville 2-5 3-6 Warren 1-6 1-8 River Ridge 0-7 1-8

•

• Stockton Aquin

Milledgeville •

• Polo

Game of the Week

Friday, Sept. 1 • Polo at Milledgeville Friday, Sept. 8

• AFC Aquin Bulldogs

AFC Raiders

Milledgeville Missiles

Enrollment: 165 Class: 1A Coach: Troy Barr (15-6, 3rd year) 2016: 10-2 (7-1, 2nd) Playoff record: 35-22 (1st in 1981, ’86, 2005) 2016 all-conference players: 7 FYI: Bulldogs reached playoffs for 16th time in last 19 years in 2016, and just missed in ’15 with a 5-4 record.

Enrollment: 155 Class: 1A Coach: Brad Winterland (19-35, 6th year) 2016: 2-7 (2-6, tied for 6th) Playoff record: 7-4 (quarterfinals in 1994, 2003, ’05) Returning allconference: Mike Thompson, sr. OL/DL FYI: Raiders in 11-year playoff drought.

Enrollment: 174 Class: 1A Coach: Jason Wroble (18-55, 9th year) 2016: 5-5 (5-3, 4th) Playoff record: 16-20 (semifinals in 1998, ’99, 2008) Returning allconference: None FYI: Missiles vying for back-to-back playoff trips for 1st time since 2007-08.

Polo Marcos

River Ridge Wildcats

Stockton Blackhawks

Enrollment: 185 Class: 1A Coach: Jeff Bumsted (6-4, 2nd year) 2016: 6-4 (6-2, 3rd) Playoff record: 9-21 (quarterfinals in 1983, 2008, ’15) Returning allconference: Reid Taylor, sr. RB/LB FYI: Marcos looking for 4th straight trip to playoffs; they had 5 straight from 2005-09.

Enrollment: 144 Class: 1A Coach: Doug Nicholas (2-16, 3rd year) 2016: 2-7 (2-6, tied for 6th) Playoff record: 0-0 2016 all-conference players: 1 FYI: Wildcats have a record of only 12-44 since splitting from co-op with Warren in 2010.

Enrollment: 190 Class: 1A Coach: Jesse Snyder (0-0, 1st year) 2016: 9-1 (8-0, 1st) Playoff record: 42-28 (1st in 1978, ’91) 2016 all-conference players: 13 FYI: Blackhawks haven’t missed playoffs since 2010, & have made 12 trips in last 15 seasons.

• Stockton at Milledgeville

Orangeville Broncos

Enrollment: 101 Class: 1A Coach: Jay Doyle (8-37, 6th year) 2016: 4-5 (4-4, 5th) Playoff record: 13-10 (1st in 1989) 2016 all-conference players: 4 FYI: Broncos searching for 1st winning season since 2010, & have just 2 years above .500 in the last 15 seasons.

Warren Warriors

Enrollment: 112 Class: 1A Coach: Jared McNutt (9-11, 3rd year) 2016: 2-7 (2-6, tied for 6th) Playoff record: 1-9 (win in 2015) 2016 all-conference players: 6 FYI: Warriors have a 25-42 record since splitting from River Ridge, with playoff trips in 2012, ’14 & ’15.

Friday, Sept. 15 • Polo at Aquin Friday, Sept. 22 • Aquin at Forreston Friday, Sept. 29 • Stockton at AFC Friday, Oct. 6 • AFC at Milledgeville Friday, Oct. 13 • Polo at AFC Friday, Oct. 20 • Milledgeville at Aquin

2016 Standings

Conf. All Stockton 8-0 9-1 Aquin 7-1 10-2 Polo 6-2 6-4 Milledgeville 5-3 5-5 Orangeville 4-4 4-5 AFC 2-6 2-7 River Ridge 2-6 2-7 Warren 2-6 2-7 Durand 0-8 0-9 Playoff Results First round • 1A, Aquin 52, Oakwood 13 • 1A, Dakota 42, Polo 21 • 1A, Ottawa Marquette 9, Milledgeville 6 • 1A, Salt Fork 43, Stockton 42 Second round • 1A, Aquin 28, LeRoy 14 Quarterfinals • 1A, Ottawa Marquette 24, Aquin 21

Northwest Upstate Illini Northwest Amboy Clippers

Enrollment: 348 Class: 2A Coach: Gary Jones (126107, 24th year) 2016: 3-6 (3-5, 7th) Playoff record: 26-18 (1st in 1984) Returning all-conference: Kyle Hunter, sr. OL FYI: Clippers haven’t had 3 straight losing seasons since 1995-98.

Dakota Indians

Enrollment: 246 Class: 1A Coach: Joseph Free (7-4, 2nd year) 2016: 7-4 (5-3, 4th) Playoff record: 25-19 (1st in 2005, ’07, ’11) Returning all-conference: Maverick McPeek, sr. OL/ DL

FYI: Free is the Indians’ 2nd coach in the last 4 years, after Jerry Lano spent 25 years there.

Galena Pirates

Enrollment: 239 Class: 1A Coach: Ed Freed (96-44, 14th year) 2016: 2-7 (1-7, 8th) Playoff record: 49-26 (1st in 1997, 2003, ’07) 2016 all-conference players: 5 FYI: Pirates have 28 playoff trips in last 32 years, & haven’t had back-to-back losing seasons since 1974-75.

East• Dubuque

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LenaWinslow •

•Durand

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Dakota • • Pecatonica • • West Eastland• Forreston Carroll Pearl City

Galena

2017 SVM Prediction

Conf. All

Forreston 8-0 9-0 Lena-Winslow 7-1 8-1 Eastland-P.C. 6-2 7-2 Dakota 5-3 6-3 West Carroll 4-4 4-5 Amboy 3-5 3-6 East Dubuque 2-6 3-6 Galena 1-7 2-7 Pec-Durand 0-8 0-9

Game of the Week Friday, Sept. 1

Amboy

• Le-Win at Forreston Friday, Sept. 8

•

East Dubuque Warriors

Enrollment: 203 Class: 1A Coach: Terry Breitbach (64-45, 12th year) 2016: 4-5 (3-5, tied for 5th) Playoff record: 7-7 (semifinals in 2000) 2016 all-conference players: 8 FYI: Warriors have at least 3 wins in every one of Breitbach’s seasons.

Lena-Winslow Panthers

Enrollment: 226 Class: 1A Coach: Ric Arand (178-62, 22nd year) 2016: 9-3 (6-2, 3rd) Playoff record: 30-21 (1st in 2010, ’13) Returning allconference: Ty Chrisman, sr.; Michael Jones, sr.; Ian Kuehl, jr.; Rahveon Valentine, sr.

Eastland-Pearl City Wildcatz

• Dakota at Forreston

Forreston Cardinals

FYI: The Wildcatz’s 6-win improvement from 2015 to ’16 is best in co-op history.

Enrollment: 268 Class: 1A Coach: Denny Diduch (76-25, 10th year) 2016: 14-0 (8-0, 1st) Playoff record: 24-20 (1st in 2014, ’16) Returning allconference: Matt Akins, sr.; Sam Barkalow, sr.; AJ Christensen, sr.; Hunter Daws, sr.; Gavin Fuchs, sr.; Mitch Heinz, jr.; Michael Singley, sr.; Brayden Walton, sr.

Pecatonica-Durand Rivermen

West Carroll Thunder

Enrollment: 323 Class: 2A Coach: Randy Asche (79-28, 11th year) 2016: 8-2 (7-1, 2nd) Playoff record: 12-11 (1st in 2014) Returning allconference: Peyton Asche, sr. OL/DL

Enrollment: 396 Class: 2A Coach: Tyler Hoffman (0-0, 1st year) 2016: Pec 0-9 (0-8, 9th); Durand 0-9 (0-8 NUIC Upstate, 9th) Playoff record: Pec 2-4 (wins in 2000, 0-1); Durand 10-19 (2nd in 1985) 2016 all-conference players: Pec 2; Durand 1

Enrollment: 341 Class: 2A Coach: Matthew Leitzen (9-10, 3rd year) 2016: 4-5 (3-5, tied for 5th) Playoff record: 1-4 (win in 2007) Returning all-conference: Devon Murray, sr.; Kaleb Plattenberger, sr.; Kody Plattenberger, sr.

Friday, Sept. 15

• Forreston at EPC

Friday, Sept. 22

• Le-Win at EPC

Friday, Sept. 29

• West Carroll at Dakota Friday, Oct. 6

• West Carroll at EPC Friday, Oct. 13 • EPC at Dakota Friday, Oct. 20

• Dakota at Le-Win

2016 Standings

Conf. All

Forreston 8-0 14-0 Eastland-P.C. 7-1 8-2 Lena-Winslow 6-2 9-3 Dakota 5-3 7-4 East Dubuque 3-5 4-5 West Carroll 3-5 4-5 Amboy 3-5 3-6 Galena 1-7 2-7 Pecatonica 0-8 0-9

Playoff Results First round

• 2A, Rockridge 42, EPC 13 • 1A, Dakota 42, Polo 21 • 1A, Forr. 67, Luther N. 0 • 1A, Le-Win 54, BV 14

Second round

• 1A, Forreston 43, Stark County 14 • 1A, Le-Win 35, Salt Fork 21 • 1A, Ottawa Marquette 26, Dakota 20

Quarterfinals

• Forreston 44, Le-Win 7

Semifinals

• 1A, Forreston 35, Ott. Marquette 7

State Finals

• 1A, Forreston 35, St. Teresa 7

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Drive safely over holiday weekend Illinois State Police District 1 Commander Mark Karczewski, reminds motorists to make safety their number one priority while driving during the Labor Day holiday weekend.

State troopers will focus their attention on the primary factors that contribute to fatal traffic crashes.

Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, speeding, distracted driving, and not wearing seat belts, the Fatal Four, are the four primary causes of fatal traffic crashes.

Troopers will patrol Illinois roadways watching for and assisting stranded motorists, and enforcing Fatal Four violations.

Additional emphasis will be placed on DUI offenses over the holiday weekend.

The “Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign began on Aug. 21 and runs through Sept. 4.

The ISP will have

additional troopers out on the roadways and at roadside safety checks watching for impaired drivers.

Troopers will also be watching for those who fail to slow down and move over.

Illinois law requires motorists to reduce speed, change lanes if possible, and proceed with due caution when approaching a vehicle on the side of the road displaying rotating or flashing lights.

The holiday weekend is one the busiest driving periods and millions of motorists are expected to hit the roadways nationwide.

Motorists can expect increased traffic volumes and should plan to allow extra time when traveling to their destinations.

“Voluntary compliance to traffic laws will assist in making Labor Day travels a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone,” Karczewski said.

Alfalfa A farmer rakes alfalfa on this field located at the intersection of Ill. 64 and Chana Road. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Second real estate tax installments are due Sept. 1 Ogle County Collector John Coffman reminds property owners that the second installment of their property tax bills is due Friday, Sept. 1.

Payment methods include cash or check (payable to

Ogle County Collector).

In-person payments can be made at the treasurer’s office located in the Ogle County Courthouse or at any bank in Ogle County.

Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through

Friday excluding holidays.

The mailing address is Ogle County Collector, P.O. Box 40, Oregon, IL 61061.

Mailed payments must be postmarked by the due date to be considered timely.

Late payments will incur

a fee of 1.5 percent per month or part of a month after the due date and must be remitted by mail or at the collector’s office.

Coffman’s office also offers the option of online credit card payments.

Get to this site by going directly to www. oglecountytreasurer.org or through www.oglecounty. org and then selecting the Treasurer’s department.

Choose the Online Tax Payments link and click the

Pay Now button. Fill in the information as prompted.

Be sure to receive a payment conformation for your records. This service carries a fee; review the convenience fees prior to making payment.

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

Animal Complaint.............1 Ordinance Violations.........1 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem..............................3 Disturbance / Domestic.....3 Assist EMS / Other Department.........................8 Alarm Response / Open Door or Window......1 Lockout Vehicle/ Building.............................4 911 Hang-up / Open Line..........................4 Traffic Stops.................... 12

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

Aug. 19 John A. Rabadan, 46, Sterling, was issued a citation at 8:40 a.m. for disobeying a stop sign.

This violation occurred at the 10th and Webster Street intersection.

Aug. 21

At 10:50 a.m., police investigated a one-vehicle traffic crash in the drivethru entrance to McDonald’s located at 211 South Fourth Street involving a 1996 Chevrolet driven by Patricia J. Elshoff, 58, Maple Park.

No citations were issued.

Aug. 23 Kira Trumpy, 18, Freeport, was issued a citation at 12:15 a.m. for operating an

uninsured motor vehicle.

This violation occurred in the 500 block of West Washington Street.

Aug. 24 Emma L. Moyers, 19, Oregon, was issued a citation at 9:34 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

This violation occurred in the 400 block of North Fourth Street.

Aug. 26 Jaime A. AscencioGutierrez, 33, Maywood, was arrested at 5:18 a.m. for driving while license suspended.

AscencioGutierrez was transported to the Ogle County jail. This violation occurred in the 200 block of North River Road.

Eighteen parking tickets and two verbal/written warnings were issued from Aug. 21-27.

General calls for service through dispatch Aug. 21-27 Checking a Subject/ Vehicle............................... 5 Citizen Complaints.......... 10 Juvenile Complaint............3

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

Aug. 21 Alfred Lee, 24, Sterling, was arrested at 1:44 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop on Illinois 2 and Townline Road, north of Oregon. Also arrested was Lee’s passenger Bryan Dickinson, 45, Rock Falls for unlawful possession of hypodermic needles. Both were transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Aug. 22 Shawn Ashman, 26, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Ashman’s full cash bond was set at $901.77 pending an Aug. 24 court appearance.

Brittany Grubbs, 22, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Her full cash bond was set at $408 pending an Aug. 24 court appearance.

Aug. 23 At approximately 8:48 a.m., deputies investigated a report of a Local 150 Union picketer that had a cup of urine thrown at him while participating in a picket line in the 13000 block of East Route 72.

After an investigation, Joseph R. Simmons, 24, Davis Junction, was arrested for battery and transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Patricia Freeport,

McGee, 53, was arrested

at 6:04 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 3000 block of North Freeport Road. McGee was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond.

Jasen Shrader, 36, Freeport, was arrested for criminal trespass to vehicles. Shrader’s bond was set at $3,000 (10%) pending an Sept. 11 court appearance.

Aug. 24 George Monroe II, 45, Dixon, was arrested at 6:54 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 5000 block of South Lowell Park Road. Monroe was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Adam Ralev, 22, Davis Junction, was arrested at 4:14 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 7000 block of Junction Road. Ralev was released at the scene on an IBond.

Aug. 25 Lavern A. Dearborn, 54, Sterling, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Dearborn’s full cash bond was set at $3,092 pending an Aug. 28 court appearance.

Patrick Smith, 39, Freeport, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Smith’s full cash bond was set at $998 pending an Aug. 28 court appearance.

At 6:31 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop

in the 9,000 block of Kishwaukee Road for a speeding violation on a blue Ford van. After an investigation, the driver of the vehicle, Patrick R. Smith, 39, Dixon, was arrested for driving while license revoked and on an Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Smith was also cited for speeding.

The passenger, Aaron VanSteenvoort, 35, Freeport, was arrested for possession of hypodermic syringes and possession of drug paraphernalia.

VanSteenvoort was also cited for illegal transportation of alcohol.

Both Smith and VanSteenvoort were taken into custody and transported to the Ogle County Jail where they were held in lieu of bond.

Vasil Bogdon Simon, 42, Morton Grove, was arrested at 7 p.m. for driving without a valid driver’s license following a traffic stop at Illinois 64 and I-39.

Simon was transported to the Ogle County Jail where

he was held in lieu of bond.

Aug. 26 Jason Spencer, 39, Sterling, was arrested at 11:44 a.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop at the intersection of Freeport Road and Buffalo Road. He was also arrested on a valid Lee County warrant for contempt of court. Spencer was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

At 1:40 a.m., deputies were called to the 10000 block of Illinois 2 for a vehicle against the guardrail. After a short investigation, Rachel K. Denton, 31, Mt. Morris, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol.

Denton also received citations for illegal transportation of alcohol, improper parking, failure to notify the Illinois Secretary of State of an address change, and no insurance.

Denton was transported to the Ogle County Jail

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where she was being held in lieu of bond.

Joseph Jaszczak, 29, Rock Falls, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for contempt of court. Jaszczak’s full cash bond was set at $1,000 pending an Aug. 29 court appearance.

Alex Davis, 26, Stillman Valley, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant on a petition to revoke. Davis’s bond was set at $25,000 (10%) for bond pending an Aug. 29 court appearance.

Brandon Cole, 34, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Cole’s full cash bond was set at $1,521.25 pending an Aug. 29 court appearance.

Khadijah Puckett, 21,DeKalb, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle

County warrant for speeding. Puckett’s bond was set at $3,000 (10%) pending an Aug. 29 court appearance.

Rickey Graff, 48, Freeport, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Graff ’s full cash bond was set at $4,182 pending an Aug. 29 court appearance.

Edward Lauren, 52, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Lauren’s full cash bond was set at $2,237 pending an Aug. 29 court appearance.

Taylor Piper, 21, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Piper’s full cash bond was set at $511 pending an Aug. 29 court appearance.

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Ogle County Sheriff Brian Van Vickle and Oregon Rotary President Nick Head pose following Van Vickle’s program for the Oregon Rotary Club. Photo by Stan Eden.

Sheriff speaks to Rotary Club Ogle County Sheriff Brian Van Vickle presented the program for the day at the Oregon Rotary Club, emphasizing that we need to teach our children to think outside the box if or when they may be faced with a bad situation.

Don’t necessarily do

what everyone else does but think outside the box because you need to do what is best in that situation, he said.

In the real world a bad situation doesn’t happen very often but you must be prepared and that requires preplanning.

In sports you preplan what you are going to do by going through the plays that you did in practice before you go out on the field.

When you get into a bad situation it is no different.

You have 3 options: Run, fight or hide, VanVickle said.

The bicentennial of Illinois statehood is Dec. 3, 2018 and the Illinois State Historical Society is commemorating this birthday by offering a rare variety of tree—an apple tree with historic roots—to the counties of the state.

School children (and those of us who were once school children) have learned the story of John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed.

Chapman traveled throughout the Midwestern states of Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio planting apple nurseries, using seeds from the cider mill near his Pennsylvania home.

The Algeo family farm in Nova, Ohio, was one of his wayside stops and the tree planted there is the last known surviving tree planted by Chapman.

Some claim it is a Rambo apple, but its

traits are more those of an Albemarle Pippin, ripening is September and used for applesauce and baking.

Guy Sternberg, director of Starhill Forest Arboretum, assisted in the choice of this tree for the ISHS project, after meeting Pat Algeo of Petersburg, a descendant of the Ohio farm family.

Several years ago, the Famous and Historic Trees Program offered by American Forests provided these “Johnny Appleseed” trees to every state visited

by Chapman in the early 19th century.

The official Illinois tree was planted at Starhill Forest Arboretum in Petersburg with another tree being planted at Lincoln Memorial Garden.

Fresh scionwood from the original tree has been used to propagate trees for every one of the 102 Illinois counties in 2018.

The trees will be sold by the ISHS and may be purchased for $50 each (plus shipping).

The Society asks that those individuals or groups purchasing the Johnny Appleseed trees make every effort to locate the trees on public land so that visitors to their county may enjoy the tree.

Recommended sites would include courthouse grounds; public parks or cemeteries; museum grounds; libraries; and historic garden sites.

Each tree will be accompanied by a letter of authentication from the Society and the arboretum.

Trees will be shipped to the ISHS office in October, 2017, and will be available at that time.

Please call 217-525-2781, ext. 4, to reserve a tree.

Your phone call before October 1, 2017, will guarantee receipt of a tree.

HCC seeks volunteer tutors for Adult Education Program The Highland Community College Adult Education Program is seeking volunteers to tutor adults in Highland’s district.

Volunteers tutor in math, reading, writing or English as a Second Language.

All interested individuals are encouraged to attend one of the following tutor informational meetings: · Monday, Sept. 11 from 2 to 3 p.m. at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 607-641 E. Stephenson Street, Freeport;

· Monday, Sept. 18 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Freeport Public Library; · Thursday, Sept. 21 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Freeport Public Library.

The informational meetings will address questions, including what

a volunteer tutor does, how much time it takes, and the experience needed.

The Highland Community College Volunteer Literacy Program is part of the Adult Education department and is funded by a grant from the State of Illinois.

Volunteer tutors are recruited, trained and matched with eligible adults wanting to improve their math, reading, writing or English language skills.

Adult learners are tutored on a one-on-one basis or in small groups.

Tutoring happens at convenient times and places throughout Highland’s district.

For more information contact Esther Mayer at 815-599-3538 or esther. mayer@highland.edu.

Aug. 23, 2017 (July 30, 2017) $190.

Sutton A. Harvey, 20, Byron, driving 21-25 mph above limit, Aug. 22, 2017 (July 30, 2017) $140.

Samantha E. Greenfield, 16, Forreston, failure to give right-of-way at an intersection, Aug. 23, 2017 (July 24, 2017) amount not given.

Samantha K. Knittle, 23, Oregon, driving 15-20 mph above limit, August 23, 2017 (Aug. 9, 2017) $195.

Thomas E. Merrick, 48, Byron, failure to obey stop sign, Aug. 21, 2017 (Aug. 4, 2017) $120.

Noah M. Haught, 17, Byron, driving 15-20 mph above limit, Aug. 22, 2017(Aug. 10, 2017) $120.

Justin J. Drolema, 22, Polo, driving 15-20 mph above limit, Aug. 23, 2017 (Aug. 12, 2017) $120.

Natasha M. Haas, 26, Oregon, driving 15-20 mph above limit, Aug. 22, 2017 (Aug. 14, 2017) $195.

unlawful restraint, jury status call.

Craig Wenzel, 30, New Milford, aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer, preliminary hearing Sept. 6.

Jeremy Tinkler, 32, Mt. Morris, driving while license revoked, plea hearing Sept.

25.

Chris Stanbery, 52,

Sycamore, aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, status hearing Sept.

22.

Emily Jahnke, 21, Rochelle, aggravated reckless driving, status hearing Oct. 24.

Tyrone Rogers, 31, DeKalb, violation of bail bond, bond forfeiture hearing Oct. 5.

Township, $199,006.45.

Cassie J. Stevens, Peggy A. Reynolds and James L. Crum, warranty deed to Darrel G. Cash and Linda J. Cash, 4 N. Mulberry St., Mt. Morris Township, $70,000.

Areli P. Villa and Maria Villa, warranty deed to Erik F. Villar Saenz and Ana R. Villar, 726 Golden Prairie.

Drive, Scott Township, $152,500.

Scott D. Olson, warranty deed to Daniel Ditto and Kathryn Ditto, 10510 N. Ill. 2, Byron Township, $285,000.

Three Hammers Construction Inc., warranty deed to Mitchell E. McNeal and Kathryn L. McNeal, 635 Westfield Drive, Marion Township.

Lisa Ann Keast, warranty deed to Joshua A. Frankfother and Megan L. Frankfother, 15221 Dees Drive, Monroe Township, $260,000.

Lane, Byron Township.

Byard Home Builders LLC, warranty deed to Bonita M. Wedekind, 1049 Northwestern Ave., Scott Township, $201,900.

Laura J. Reinert, warranty deed to Kevin D. South, 1040 N. Main St., Flag Township, $119,000.

Timothy Wayne Dougherty and Kim Ann Dougherty, warranty deed to Curtis Dean Helgren, 11466 E. Flagg Rd., Flagg Township, $105,000.

Andre Gachter and Tammara J. Gachter, warranty deed to Gary Poliska, 1368 N. Blind Rd., White Rock Township, $8,313.

Andre Gachter and Tammara J. Gachter, warranty deed to James P. Rogers, 1368 N. Blind Rd., White Rock Township, $420,000.

Gary Poliska, quit claim to Gary Poliska and Ronda Poliska, farm land, White Rock Township.

Maria T. Strickland, quit claim to John H. Strickland, 1538 N. Southfield Lane, Byron Township.

Fines The following individuals paid fines in the Ogle County Circuit Court.

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

Adam S. Ralev, 22, Davis Junction, registration expiration/1st & 2nd, Aug. 24, 2017 (April 27, 2017) $155.

Dalton R. Haenitsch, 22, Polo, driving 15-20 mph above limit, Aug. 22, 2017 (May 23, 2017) dismissed.

Mason J. Snodgrass, 17, Byron, failure to reduce speed, Aug. 24, 2017 (June 27, 2017) $120.

Danielle M. Hinshaw, 20, Byron, failure to obey yield sign, Aug. 24, 2017 (June 22, 2017) $170.

Alvin P. Smith, 51, Davis junction, operating uninsured motor vehicle, Aug. 23, 2017 (July 10,

2017) dismissed.

Alvin P. Smith, 51, Davis junction, no valid registration/1st & 2nd, Aug. 23, 2017 (July 10, 2017) dismissed.

Jordan F. Leddy, 19, Mt. Morris, driving 21-25 mph above limit, Aug. 23, 2017 (July 20, 2017) $140.

Jennifer M. Files, 39, Stillman Valley, driving 1520 mph above limit, Aug. 21, 2017 (July 20, 2017) $120.

Jarred W. Doane, 32, Davis Junction, driving 15-

20 mph above limit, Aug. 24, 2017 (July 27, 2017) $120.

John W. Smith, 65, Oregon, driving 21-25 mph above limit, Aug. 21, 2017 (July 29, 2017) $215.

Jerry W. Moore, 66, Monroe Center, driving 1520 mph above limit, Aug. 22, 2017 (July 29, 2017) $120.

Nichole L. Harper, 17, Stillman Valley, driving during restricted time on graduated driver’s license,

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

Aug. 22 Conor Smith, 19, Rochelle, pleaded guilty to robbery. Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to 180 days in jail and 48 months probation, and ordered him

to submit to DNA testing, random drug and alcohol testing and cooperate with and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments as recommended. Counts of home invasion, criminal damage to property, and criminal trespass to a residence were dismissed pursuant to plea agreement.

Aug. 23 Alejandro Lopez, 39, Rochelle, forgery, bond forfeiture hearing Oct. 20.

Allen Clement, 38, Oregon, criminal damage to property, defacement of cemetery property, preliminary hearing Aug. 30.

Aug. 24 Brian Ray, 50, Stillman

Valley, unlawful use of a weapon, resisting a peace officer, obstructing service of process, plea hearing Sept. 22.

Dewayne Harbach, 65, Sterling, unlawful use of a credit card, plea hearing Aug. 28.

Jacob Gomez, 30, Stillman Valley, aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery,

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.

Aug. 17 Gaetano G. Marino, Lynda S. McKenzie and Timothy J. McKenzie, warranty deed to Larry L. Keller, 308 S. Second St., Oregon-Nashua Township, $79,000.

Brian R. Theisen, warranty deed to Jeffrey E. Phillips, 1023 & 1025 Avenue E, Flagg Township, $96,000.

Kerry L. Hughes and Marcy K. Hughes, warranty deed to Kimberly G. Hutcherson and Sean R. Janssen, 4779 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon-Nashua Township, $300,000.

Ogle City Sheriff, Garrett R. Scott and Connie L. Scott, Sheriff ’s deed to Citimortgage Inc., 311 Emily St., Mt. Morris Township.

Aug. 18 Brent J. Young, quit claim

to Julie A. Young, 908 N. Ninth St., Flagg Township.

Julene L. Cheatham, warranty deed to Robyn L. Dyer and Phyllis K. Dyer, 303 S. Union Ave., Buffalo Township, $175,000.

William K Nesemeier and Lorrie Nesemeier, warranty deed to Douglas L. Brandt and Tracy R. Brandt, 607 N. Sixth St., Oregon-Nashua Township, $66,000.

Randall L. Monson, Diane J. Monson, Jeffrey L. Monson and Brooke A. Monson, quit claim to Jeffrey L. Monson and Brooke A. Monson, 5141 E. Brooke Court, Byron Township.

Michael Miller, warranty deed to Alex M. Miller, 423 E. Barbara St., Mt. Morris Township, $80,500.

Horseshoe Riding Club, warranty deed to Jeffrey D. Wagner, 3700 W. South St., Leaf River Township, $22,900.

Valencia Mass, Tamara Halvorson and Lorraine M. Wiltfang, warranty deed to Lindsay Maas, 804 N. Blackhawk Rd., OregonNashua Township, $150,000.

Ryan Schwanz and Kristin

Schwanz, warranty deed to National Residential Nominee Services Inc., 208 Windward Court, Flagg Township, $149,000.

National Residential Nominee Services Inc., warranty deed to Christopher M. Carter, 208 Windward Court, Flagg Township, $149,000.

Ogle County Sheriff, William F. Bolhous and Dawn M. Bolhous, Sheriff ’s deed to PNC Bank, 424 N. Hannah St., Mt. Morris Township.

William J. Krall Jr. and Melissa C. Krall, warranty deed to Dirk W. Miller and Kimberly D. Miller, 8617 N. Yosemite Drive, Byron Township, $188,000.

Saul Serna, Carlos Cavanzo and Santiago Hermida, warranty deed to Nathan J. Geeve and Carrie M. King, 110 Parkview Drive, Oregon-Nashua Township, $15,000.

Matthew V. O’Rorke and Nancy Lungstrom, quit claim to Matthew V. O’Rorke and Nany Lungstrom, 10023 E. Flagg Rd, Flagg Township.

Donald B. Groenhagen

and Joyce A. Groenhagen, quit claim to Donald B. Groenhagen and Joyce A. Groenhagen, 2 Gale Rd., Oregon-Nashua Township.

Aug. 21 Sauk Valley B&T, warranty deed to Calvin Clothier, 107 N. Barber Ave., Buffalo Township, $86,000.

Lucille E. Black, warranty deed to Meghan Kurzac and Antoni Kurzac, 329 N. Daysville Rd., OregonNashua Township, $130,000.

Tommy L. Lantz and Ann L. Lantz, warranty deed to Joel A. Deurmier, 7772 E. Lindenwood Rd., Marion Township, $300,000.

Ann M. Egyed, warranty deed to Lindsay N. Drew and Paul N. Drew, 1246 N. Mongan Drive, Rockvale Township, $165,000.

Randy J. Bocker and Erica L. Bocker, warranty deed to Cole Bishop, 8264 W. Northwest Rd., Mt. Morris Township, $155,000.

Dennis C. Harms and Kimberly S. Harms, warranty deed to Michael Haugse and Natalie Haugse, 317 E. Pershing St., Marion

Aug. 22 Robert A. Scheffler and Jeannine M. Scheffler, quit claim to Jeannine M. Scheffler, 158 S. Fox Run

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Obituaries Reuben “Jim” Bolen Reuben “Jim” Bolen, 75, Manawa, Wisconsin, died on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2017 at Iola Assisted Living, Iola, Wisconsin, after battling cancer since 2007.

He was born on Dec. 2, 1941 in Freeport, the son of Flossie Murray, Forreston, and the late Harley Bolen.

Jim decided to join the U.S. Army after graduating from high school in 1959.

He served in Germany, Korea, Vietnam, and Brussels, Belgium.

Jim retired from the Army in 1981 as a Master Sergeant after serving 22 years.

After his retirement, his family moved from San Antonio, Texas, to Ogdensburg, Wisconsin, where he purchased a farmette.

Jim held various jobs including Midwest Breeders making farm calls and selling products, Glacier Woods Golf Course in the Pro Shop, Jim Hass Excavating, and drove school bus for the Manawa School District for 22 years.

Jim served on the Manawa School Board for nine years and was president of the Manawa Men’s Bowling Association for 17 years.

Jim was a Master Mason, joining the Ft. Benning, Georgia, Masonic Lodge

Eugene C. Kitzmiller Eugene Clinton Kitzmiller, 80, died on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Gene, a resident of Sun City-Indian Land, South Carolina, was born and raised in Polo on his family’s farm.

Gene loved life; he loved laughter, music, science and history.

Above all, he loved his family.

A U.S. Navy veteran, Gene served our country by spending much of the Cold War as an electronics engineer in Europe, and he concluded his professional life having created a successful consulting business in Germany.

His favorite times were dinners and gatherings with friends and family.

Never asking the world for anything, he adapted happily

579 in Columbus, Georgia, in 1971.

Jim thoroughly enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching Packer games, playing cards, and spending time at the Shack, Home of the Worthless Hunters.

He was an avid golfer and bowler, participating in many tournaments with the guys.

Jim had numerous military decorations including the National Defense Service Medal and was a qualified expert with the M-1 and M-16 Caliber Rifles.

He is survived by his mother, Flossie Murray, Forreston; two daughters, Michelle (Steve) Arneson, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, and Stephanie (Dean) Carriveau, DePere, Wisconsin; grandchildren, Meghan Trierweiler, Samantha and Jacob Carriveau; two brothers, to life, even when his sight failed him due to years of glaucoma.

Whether it was through his service in the military, his love for family and country, or his relationship with friends, Gene always gave more than he took.

He never felt the world owed him. In his subtle, passive way, he instead made the world a better place for everyone he touched.

His wife Rosemarie was the love of his life, and he professed his love to her daily.

Gene is survived by his wife of 55 years, Rosemarie (Luckey) Kitzmiller; two sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Lisa Kitzmiller, of San Antonio, Texas; and Roger and Karen Kitzmiller, of Marvin, North Carolina; his niece, Christine Martinz of Spokane, Washington; his

Randall (Esther) Bolen, Rockford, and Robert (June) Bolen, Manawa, Wisconsin; niece, Denise Bolen and her son Storm (Jessica) Pagel, Rockford; nephews, Troy (Brenda) Bolen and their children, Couy, Audrey, Ella, Bridger and Kate; Chris Bolen and children, Brily and Jarret; Andy (Stacy) Bolen and children, Lexie, Dakota Falry and Brandon Buskirk; his ex-wife Pamela Bolen; significant other, Sharon Ott and her children, Donna (Fred) Matusewic, Hurley, Wisconsin, Diane Ott, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and Steve (Laurie) Ott, Janesville, Wisconsin.

Jim was preceded in death by his father, Harley Bolen; and Thomas Murray, his mother’s husband; and aunt and uncle, Betty and Joe Knott.

Funeral services for Jim were held on Monday, Aug. 21 at the Manawa Masonic Lodge with Rev. Vilas Mazemke officiating.

Burial was at Ogdensburg Park Cemetery with full military rites.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Manawa Masonic Home would be appreciated.

The family would like to express its sincere thanks to Heartland Hospice and Iola Assisted Living for the care of Jim. four granddaughters; and two great-grandchildren.

He was fortunate to have been able to watch his granddaughters McKenzie and Anja grow from babies into beautiful and confident young women.

He was pre-deceased by his parents, Henry and Wilda Kitzmiller; his brother, Wayne Kitzmiller; and his sister, JoAnn Kitzmiller.

A memorial to celebrate Gene’s life will be held on Thursday, Aug. 31 at 3 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home, 16151 Lancaster Highway; Charlotte, N.C. 28277.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to American Cancer Society, The Glaucoma Foundation, or the Brain Aneurysm Foundation.

Online condolences may be made at www.heritagecares. com.

Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, August 31, 2017, Page B5

For the dogs

Jessica Fair leads her dog Jazzy around the agility course at the Rescue Rally on Saturday as Bonafied founder Melodee Hoffman and volunteer Jace Keyster watch. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Jessica Fair, of Oregon, decks out her dog, Jazzy, in some festive attire during the ‘Dress Your Dog’ competition at Saturday’s Rescue Rally. Photo by Breanne Hunter

Office closed for Labor Day Illinois Secretary of State offices and driver services facilities open Monday to Friday will be closed on Monday, Sept.

4, while facilities open Tuesday to Saturday will be closed Saturday, Sept. 2, in

observance of Labor Day. All office and facilities will be open for business Tuesday, Sept. 5.

Individuals can visit the Secretary of State’s website, www.cyberdriveillinois. com, to locate the nearest

driver services facility and the hours of operation.

experience possible.

With a wide variety of class offerings: TinyAdvanced (ages 3 and up) there’s guaranteed to be a fit for your future tumbler.

Our September classes are Wednesday evenings beginning at 4:45 p.m. on Sept. 6 for four weeks.

Classes are one hour. Fee is $56 for residents and $67 for non-residents.

Nash Childcare Service Our childcare service is offered in the Children’s Center at Nash! This wonderful program is offered every Monday-Thursday from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Several workout classes are offered during this time.

For more information, visit the Nash Front Counter.

For more information, call 815-732-3101.

In addition, drivers can change an address, register to become an organ and tissue donor, or renew license plate stickers online.

Oregon Park District The Oregon Park District offers the following events and activities.

Succulent Obsessions & Terrariums Are you crazy about succulents? The fad of succulent gardening is becoming more and more popular.

Don’t miss out on the Park District’s Hanging glass succulent garden

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The registration deadline of Sept.

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Come prepared to get your hands dirty while learning how to create your very own little glass terrarium garden.

You will also learn helpful

hints on adding design elements to personalize your garden. This class will be held on Friday, Sept. 29 from 6:30-8 p.m. and is a cooperative effort with Merlin’s Greenhouse & Flowers.

Class fee is $40 for residents of the park district and $48 for non-residents.

Register today at Nash or at www.oregonpark.org.

Pool Reopens Sept. 1 The pool will reopen Sept.

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Tumbling Nash offers tumbling classes! We are partnered with Kids Spot Inc. and interactive Instructors to provide your child the best

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C lassified a dvertising IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Stillman BancCorp NA PLAINTIFF Vs. Rick Cullum; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 17CH 00027 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/14/2017, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on September 22, 2017 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 16-03-277-020 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 407 Mix Lane Oregon, IL61061 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876.

Please refer to file number 14-17-02980.

I3058728 August 24, 31 & September 7, 2017 ANNUAL TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE CITY OF POLO FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING 4/30/17 REVENUE SUMMARY: Property Taxes 137,892- Vehicle Lease Tax 11,441 - Sales Tax 239,974 - Illinois Income Tax 203,976Personal Property Replacement Tax 21,811-Liquor License 9,375 -Dog License 5,240 - Building Permit 3,210 - Utility Tax/Com Ed 76,313 - Utility Tax/Nicor 29,165 - Telecommunications Tax 14,201 - Fines 7,564 - Pool Admissions 27,071 Pool Lessons 1,255 - Park Shelter Rental 220 - Cable TV 26,210- Street Openings 400 - Video Charitable Gaming 19,396 - Water Receipts 308,859- Water Deposits 8,110 Sewer Receipts 611,589- Sewer Connections 300- Sewer Inspection 100 - Garbage Collection 213,905- Extra pick-ups 2,141 - State of Illinois 59,894 - Redemption of General C.D. 144,596 - Redemption of WWTPIEPA C.D. 216,039 - Miscellaneous37,629.

TOTAL REVENUES: $2,437,876.

COMPENSATION SUMMARY: Under $25,000: David Ackeberg, Tristen Aguilar, Chad Beitel, Kayla Bergstrom, Lani Bergstrom, Troy Boothe, Joseph Brooks. James Busser, Brian Cavanaugh, Matt Cheeseman, Kristine Clothier, Ross Dillon, McKenzie Dusing, Clinton Elmore, Michael Fulton, Cheryl Galor, Sheryl Gilbert, Justin Grobe, Emalie Gunder, James Haag, Jenna Handel, Matthew Handel, Olivia Hopkins, Douglas Knapp, Jonathan Mandrell, Madison Merdian, Phillip Peterson, Christopher Plachno, Kaleigh Powell, Lana Scholl, Randy Schoon, Vernon Shetler, Judith Shipman, Braxton Stamm, Christopher Thiel, Scott Vankirk, Shari Wakenight. $25,000 to $49,999: Kurt Cavanaugh, Cale Fry, Robert Jasper, Shawn Knight, Kendall Kyker, Timothy Rockwood, Susan Waszak. $50,000 and over: Dennis Christen, Susan Corbitt, Mike Mumford, Troy Randall. TOTAL GROSS COMPENSATIONS: $624,031.

EXPENDITURE SUMMARY: Barkau Automotive 26,287 Birkey' s 4,653 - Bowman's Electric 4,871 - Casey' s 6,463 Casper' s Home Inspections LLC 10,200 - Charley's Snyder Pharmacy 4,572- Chase Card Services 5,478 - Civil Construction 68,284- Clearview Pools, Inc 3,703 - Clifton Larson Allen 17,500 - ComEd 36,377- Compass Minerals 7,248 - Constellation New Energy 55,352 - Cresent Electric Supply 4,324 Dambman Lawn Mower 7,856 - Dixon Ottawa Communications 3,783 - Dynamic Horizons Computer Service 6,860 -Ebert Engineers 22,312 - Evoqua Water Technologies 5,655 - Exchange State Bank 11,432 - Ferguson Waterworks 7,296-First State Bank Shannon/Polo 46,581 - Frontier 8,144 - G&K Services 3,586 - Garage Door Specialists 8,084 - Gaul' s Climate Control 5,042 - Gray Excavating 11,000 -Haldane Custom Paint & Body 10,677 - HD Supply Waterworks, LTD 10,270 - Humana Insurance Company 153,719 - 180 Equipment 27,600 - IEPA/Amalgamated Bank of Chicago 390,684-IEPA Fiscal Services (NPDES) 7,500 - Iseler Demolition 19,920 - Johnson Oil 8,906- Kenzely Title Group 6,250 Legacy Prints 4,286 - M. Thomas Suits 37,768- Maguire Iron 3,900 - Martin & Company 5,290 - Robert Miller 8,339 - Morgan's Tree Service 8,750 - Moring Disposal 194,681- Nicor 6,772 - Northern Illinois Environmental 4,581 - Northern Illinois O'Brien Civil Works 38,123 - PDC Laboratories 3,887 - Pines Automotive 6,164 - Polo Cooperative Association 5,446 - Postmaster 7,156 - Saunders Plumbing & Heating 7,746 - Schmitt Plumbing & Heating 5,335 - Sidewalk Rebates 2,089 -Superior Lamp & Supply 5,869 - Themflo 3,933 -Tris Brumbly 6,181 UMB Bank 60,653 - Uniform Den East - 4,858 - USA Blue Book 3,703 - Verizon 4,182 - Viking Chemical 21,231 - Willett, Hoffman 152,573 Wilo USA 5,534- Water Deposit Refunds 8,033 - Loan to Bonds & Interest 63,000 - Purchase of CD/IL EPA 115,000Vendors below $3,000-13,006.

TOTAL EXPENDITURES: $1,856,538.

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN ON THIS 10th day of August 2017.

Kristine Clothier TREASURER, CITY OF POLO I, Sydney Bartelt, Clerk of Polo, Ogle County, Illinois do hereby certify that the above is a true copy of the Annual Treasurer's Report for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2017.

31 2017 August 30,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. David D. Weegens; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 16 CH 00059 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/16/2016, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on September 22, 2017 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT SEVEN (7) IN ROLLING MEADOWS 1ST ADDITION IN THE VILLAGE OF FORRESTON ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT FILE A, PAGE 15, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 02-33-330-022 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 115 W. Meadow Court Forreston, IL 61030 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-16-10209.

I3058748 August 24, 31 & September 7 2017

To Place an Ad Call 815-284-7653 or 815-626-7653 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. David D. Weegens; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 16 CH 00059 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/16/2016, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on September 22, 2017 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 02-33-330-022 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 115 W. Meadow Court Forreston, IL 61030 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876.

Please refer to file number 14-16-10209.

I3058748 August 24, 31 & September 7 2017

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OGLE COUNTY Request of: Michael Anthony Wagner NO. 2017 MR 40 PUBLICATION OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Michael Anthony Wagner to the new name of: Maddison Elizabeth Wagner The court date will her held: on Oct. 5, 2017 at 9:00 a.m., at 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, Ogle County, Illinois in Courtroom #202 /s/Michael Anthony Wagner, August 7, 2017 August 17, 24, 31, 2017

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

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUTY OF OGLE In the interest of: Carter D. DeJesus, a minor Case No: 2017 JA 20 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION To: Alfredo Gonzalez (aka 'Rico'), Unknown respondent(s), and to all whom it may concern, take notice that on June 08, 2017, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by ASA Ann Switzer in the Circuit Court of Ogle county entitled “In the interest of Carter E. DeJesus, a minor”, and that in courtroom 302 at 106 South Fifth, Oregon, Illinois on September 26, 2017 at 9:00 am or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, a status hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court and for other relief under the act. The court has authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor.

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If the Petition requests the termination of your parental rights and the appointment of a guardian with power to consent to adoption, you may lose all parental rights to the child. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition for a motion to terminate parental rights.

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Unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered.

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Dated this 11th day of August, 2017 Kimberly A Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Courtroom By: J. Grace Deputy Clerk August 31, 2017

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Ogle In the Matter of the Estate of TIMOTHY G. WILLS, Deceased.

In Probate No. 2017 P 52 REVISED CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of TIMOTHY G. WILLS Letters of Office were issued on June 30, 2017, to CAMERON WILLS who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the estate is Timothy K. Whitham, 124 N. Water St., Suite 305, Rockford, IL 61107.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before February 28, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk- Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of the claims filed with the Circuit Clerk's Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

DATED: August 16, 2017 Timothy K. Whitham Timothy K. Whitham ARDC #6244916 Whitham Law Office 124 N. Water St., Suite 305 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 986-4870 tim@whithamlawoffice.com August 31, September 7, 14, 2017

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JOHN F. MONT MARQUETTE, Deceased NO. 17-P-69 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of John F. Mont Marquette. Letters of office were issued on August 17, 2017 to Shannon T. Doyle, 1817 Ridge Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103, 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 24th day of August, 2017

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MT. MORRIS GARAGE SALES 624 Benefit Yard & Bake Sale Benefits Mt. Morris Loaves and Fish Food Pantry Sept. 1 st & 2nd Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren (S. side lower level) Lots of everything!

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Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

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NOTICE OF ASSESSOR POSITION Mt. Morris Township will be accepting applications for the Mt. Morris Township Assessor’s position available January 1, 2018. All applicants should qualify for the Certified Illinois Assessor Officer (CIAO) designation and have completed all education requirements, and, or be willing to take continuing education classes.

Application deadline is October 1, 2017. Mail or drop a resume off at the Mt. Morris Township Clerk’s office, 105 W. Lincoln Street, Mt. Morris, IL 61054. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Any questions please contact this office at 815-734-4525.

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Maintenance Technician Experienced in industrial electrical systems, PLC's, instrumentation, welding and fabrication, hydraulics, mechanics and building maintenance. We offer competitive wages and a full benefits package. Please mail your resume to: HA International, LLC, 1449 W. Devil's Backbone Road, Oregon, IL 61061 or e/mail

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MIDDLETON FARMERS COOPERATIVE, Middleton, Wisconsin is seeking a qualified CEO/ General Manager.

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Proshop Help Wanted Part Time Seasonal Help Nights & Weekends 18 yrs or older NO PHONE CALLS Apply in Person Rock River Golf and Pool 3901 Dixon Ave. Rock Falls, IL

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NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is lispecifically censed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes.

The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))

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If you or a loved one were diagnosed with ovarian cancer after use of talc products such as Baby Powder or Shower to Shower, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact Charles H. Johnson 1-800-535-5727.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS 765 Vintage Black 1978 Slingerland. 9 piece Jupiter drum set w/ hardware & cases. $900 OBO 815-564-8645

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Buzzaround Mobility Scooter, 2 yrs. old, used indoors, oxygen tank holder, fits in car, exc. cond. $800 815-232-1904

NEW TODAY Great Tasting Beef, fed the old fashioned way, no hormones or antibiotics. Halves & quarters avail.

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Handicap Scooter w/ carrying rack & cover. Class 2 & 3 adapter. Used twice. $1000 815-445-6571 See More Online Photos, Commerce, Expanded Text

Cub Cadet, 27hp, Kohler GTX 1054, 54” cut, 171 hr., 815-379$1500 2528 LTX 1046 Cub Cadet 46” mower w/ 2 bagger.

Low hrs. Like new. $1,600. OBO 815-631-6678 LTX 1046 Cub Cadet 46” mower w/ 2 bagger.

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MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

Craftsman LT2000 21HP 46” Deck. $450 815-718-1254

WANT TO BUY 795

Sauk Valley Media, a respected and dominant media company located in Sterling, IL, has an opening in our Advertising Department.

This position would be responsible for selling advertising in a variety of print and online products, including but not limited to newspapers, magazines, websites, and much more in an established territory in Whiteside and Carroll Counties.

Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946- 2276 August 17, 24 & 31 2017

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Community Yard Sale & Bake Sale Friday, September 1st 9-5 Saturday, September 2nd 9-noon Church of the Brethren 409 West Brayton Road, Mt. Morris (on the lower level) -----------ALL PROCEEDS GO TO Mt. Morris Loaves & Fish Food Pantry

Reliable, LIKE NEW used appliances, cmsappliance.net (815)626-1003

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By: KENT A. ANDERS Independent Executor

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: PEGGY A. ANDERS No. 2017 P 64 Deceased.

CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of PEGGY A. ANDERS. Letters of Office were issued on August 7, 2017, to KENT A. ANDERS, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.

Claims against the estate may be filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

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

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

Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, August 31, 2017, Page B7

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MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE 2 Lots Coloma Township Cemetery Section 5. $1,000 OBO 815-625-8966 815-535-6675

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FARM LAND FOR SALE

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Farm Land 80 Acres for sale S.W. Corner of W. Oregon Trail and S. Lowel Rd. $11,600 call Bill 815-9900970 or Joe at 815-990-1701

LIVESTOCK / SUPPLIES

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DISABLED LIVESTOCK WANTED Top Prices Paid Call toll free 815-871-2697

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Stillman BancCorp NA PLAINTIFF Vs. Rick Cullum; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 17CH 00027 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/14/2017, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on September 22, 2017 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: ALL OF LOT ONE (1) AND THE NORTHERLY 16.50 FEET OF LOT TWO (2) AND THE EASTERLY HALF (1/2) OF THE VACATED ALLEY LYING WESTERLY OF AND ADJACENT THERETO IN BLOCK THREE (3) OF STRAUBE'S WATER POWER ADDITION TO THE CITY OF OREGON, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 16-03-277-020 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 407 Mix Lane Oregon, IL61061 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-17-02980.

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1998 Dodge Durango 4 wheel dr. mechanically fine.

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MOTORCYCLES

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1995 Honda Goldwing. Runs good, good brakes, good tires. Triked out w/ Voyager 3 wheel kit. Lots of chrome.

Asking $8,000 815-537-2749 1999 Yamaha, Black, V- Star.

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2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 900CC Special Edition motorcycle with 5149 mi. asking $4350 OBO Call Russ Berogan or Charlie Gonigam at 815-379-2151 Mon.–Fri. 7AM - 4PM TOP CASH PAID! FOR OLD MOTORCYCLES! 1900-1979 DEAD OR ALIVE! 920-371-0494

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1992 Yamaha, Thunder Silent XV1100, 10,255 mi., 1 owner, as is, (been in storage) Asking $1500/obo.

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1990 Jayco PopUp Trailer 1206, sleeps 5-6, awning, indoor /outdoor table & stove $2500 312-350-2322

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2000 Featherlite 2 horse trailer.

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2011 Enclosed Trailer, dual axle, like new. $4000 815-288-1773

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2002 GMC Sierra ext. cab. Z71 4x4 High mi., runs exc. $4,500 OBO 815-901-2642 2004 Ford F450.

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REAL ESTATE AUCTION

Tuesday, September 26th, 2017 at 6:00 P.M Sale to be held at: 1101 West 4th Street

Dixon, IL 61021 2 Story Home on Large Fenced In Lot

For complete listing of sale bill, photos, tax info, terms & conditions, etc. go to www.lennybrysonauctioneer.com For Information Contact: Lenny Bryson – Auctioneer Ph) 815-946-4120 Owner, Roger Messenger Attorney, Tom Suits

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Annual Fall Hazelhurst Consignment Location - Midway between Polo, IL and Milledgeville, IL on the Polo-Milledgeville Road.

(17748 W. Milledgeville Road, Polo, IL 61064). In Polo on IL 26, turn west on Oregon Street (Polo-Milledgeville Rd). In Milledgeville on IL 40, turn east on Polo-Milledgeville Road. Watch for Auction signs.

See advance sale bills/pictures on our website at topauctions24-7.com/paspolo & auctionzip.com

Saturday, September 9 * Time - 8:30 am Note - This listing is as of August 24, 2017. Items will be accepted from August 31, September 1,2,5,6,7 between 8:00 am & 6:00 pm. Clear titles must accompany vehicles, trailers, boats, etc. No glass!!! No Truck Toppers!!! We have the right to reject items.

Loader, forklift & boom tractor operators are on duty. No items will be accepted on Friday, September 8 or sale day! Gates will be locked at closing daily. Gates are open Friday, September 8 for viewing only between 9:00 am & 6:00 pm [weather permitting].

All items below have been consigned, Public Auction Service and employees assume that all items will be there on sale day in the condition described. However, if not, we assume no responsibility. Partial listing, as usual lots more listed by sale day!!!

Tractors - Skid Loaders - Construction

‘06 Cat 287B, tracks, 3200 hrs, hyd disconnect; C-IH 9350 4WD [bareback] w/duals, 4 hyd outlets,3220 hrs; ‘98 C-IH 8940 FWD, 18.4x46 duals, 4181 hrs; ‘98 NH 8870 FWD Super Steer, 4500 hrs; Case 1835C skid loader, 3100 hrs; IH 684; IH Super C; IH Super M, live hyd, PS, not running; ‘47 Farmall H [runs]; Case skidloader w/optional tine fork attach; JD 2555 w/JD 245 loader; ‘72 JD 4020 [s#268998605], 1550 hrs, WF, DH, 1 owner; ‘52 Ford 8N, restored, Sharp!; Ford Commander 6000, WF; Ford 961 D, WF, PS, rear hyd; Ford 335 D w/ldr, PS, 3pt PTO; MF TO30; MF TO35 completely restored; ‘11 NH Boomer 30 compact 4WD, 900 hrs w/JD 261 finish mower 3pt; Vermeer 2050 walk behind trencher, 65 hrs; IH 585 D, 3pt, PTO w/2250 ldr, 1400 hrs, 16.9x30 rears; JD 4440, CAH; Case 1835C gas skid ldr

Tillage - Planting - Spraying Equip

Sunflower 4411 ripper w/drag bar, 7 shank 18’, hyd gangs; ‘09 Krause 4850 Dominator 18’ disk ripper; Brillion 9 shk soil saver; JD 750 drill 20’; JD 2700 disk chisel; JD 10’ disk; JD 5B & 6B plows; ‘95 JD 925 contour Master; Ford 2B plow; Glencoe 7 shk Soil Saver w/harrow; Hiniker cult w/hitch & 12 coil spring for Nh3; 3pt 6’ disk; 3pt 6’ rock rake; 100 gal spray tank w/mtr for truck mt; M&W 5 shk disk chisel; Wilrich 4411 disk chisel 7 shk; BushHog 9shk chisel, straight blades; Forage & Harvest Equipment; JD 100 big square baler; NH 36 foliage chopper; NH 256 dolly wheel hay rake; H&S HT8 hay tedder; Gehl 99 blower; Gehl 1000 pull type forage chopper w/hay hd, 1000PTO; Gehl single row belted corn hd; NH 30 silage blower, 1000 PTO; 3 – Kasten 14’ silage wagons

Wagons - Grain Carts - Spreaders

Unverferth 9200 grain cart; Kinze 440 grain cart, scale & tarp; C-IH 550 manure spreader, slop gate * H&S 80 spreader; Flow-Ez 475 grain cart, 18.4x26 tires; Brent 644 wgn, dual whls, brakes, fenders, tarp, lights; DMI Big Little wgn, 16.5x16.1 tires, lights; Killbros 1200 grain cart, new ext & tires; JD 500 auger wagon; Killbros 350 gravity; Badger mixer wagon, augers, left hand discharge, scale; Buckboard wagon RESTORED; Brent 640 gravity wagons w/brakes; 2 DMI gravity wagons

Combines - Heads - Augers

‘02 JD 893 corn head, hyd deck plate; ‘03 JD 693 corn head, poly, hyd plates, single pt hookup, Chalmer modification, Gleaner hookup; Unverferth HT30 head mover; Gearinghoff 6R rotodisk; Kinze 840 grain cart; C-IH 1020 grain head, 3” cut; Mayrath 8”x62’ PTO auger Mayrath 10”x65’ PTO auger w/HD flighting; Lawn & Garden - ATV; 10’x17’ portable garage; 72” gill pulverizer [new]; Woods 10’ pull mower

Vehicles - Trailers - Boats

‘73 Ford F600 grain truck; ‘01 Trail king 48’ trlr, hyd tail gate, air ride, hyd frt deck, winch 15T ttag trailer, pintle hitch, ramps, elec brakes; Kubota 900 RTV D, cab-heat, hyd snow plow, hyd dump

Miscellaneous

Priefert cattle chute automatic head gate; Woods 8’ hyd blade; 3pt post auger; Skid attachments - pallet forks, bale spear, 72” bucket, 96” high capacity bucket, hyd skid HD post auger; Set of 4 Gehl 8 hole skid ldr tires; 8’ pull type box scraper; Diesel barrel/cart; SpeeCo hyd log splitter * Year Round cab; 75 bd ft each cherry & red oak; 8 blocks [for carving or turning] butternut, cherry, catalpa & bass Barn wood; 6 - 24’ trusses; 2 wind mills [some damage]; RR ties; 6 bar Galvanneal continuous fence panels 48”x20’, clips & connectors; Clay roller; Pop machine; Winpower 45 alternator; 5 DMI parabolic ripper points w/frames on pallets Additions plus pictures will be added to the website after June 30, check daily.

Sale Order - 8:30 am - Rack items, followed by the second ring at 8:45 am with miscellaneous items on ground. A third ring with machinery at 9:00 am. If necessary a fourth ring & fifth will be added. Tractors will be mixed throughout the machinery. The lawn & garden will be sold at approx 12:00 noon and vehicles will be sold at approx 2:00 pm.

Lunch provided by the Polo Lions Club, plus rib eyes by the Ogle County Beef Association.

Location - Farm of Mrs. Sherwood Shank & Family 815-225-7730 (sale sight during business hours)

Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Lenny Bryson (IL#0440000158) 815-946-4120 Mark Ebert (IL#440000341) 815-946-2809

Clerks: Public Auction Service Lyle & Sheryl Hopkins (IL#0440000185) 815-946-2660 or 800-848-9519

Terms - Cash, good check or credit card - Master Card, Visa, American Express and Discover (with a 3% convenience fee). All items must be settled for day of sale. Number system will be used, have picture ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Soul-searching will do you good. Consider what you want and what you are putting up with. Lower your stress by doing what’s best for you mentally, physically and financially.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Do whatever it takes to achieve your dreams. Don’t let minor setbacks stop you in your tracks. Adjust to whatever comes your way and turn negatives into positives.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Focus inward and be insightful when dealing with peers, your boss or someone who can influence your future. Positive changes will result if you are understanding and industrious.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You’ll have the upper hand if you rely on experience to be your guide. Use your insight and practical outlook to help coordinate your plans.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you want something, go after it. Bring about the changes that will position you for future advancement and get involved in activities and events that encourage schmoozing and gaining support. ©2017 UFS

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Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, August 31, 2017, Page B10

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