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Tri-County Press March 1, 2018 Volume 159, Number 44 - $1.00

Marcos Season Ends

Farm Visit

School Threat

After a valiant effort at Regional, Polo falls to Sterling-Newman 70-47. B1

Congressman Adam Kinzinger visits Poole Farms’ swine operation. A8

Stillman Valley High School tries to return to business after an anonymous threat. A3

Rebekah Zeigler wins fourth bee in a row!

Polo 7th grader sets record

By Cody Cutter ccutter@saukvalley.com At the Lee-Ogle-Whiteside Regional Spelling Bee, winner is spelled Z-E-I-G-LE-R. For a record-breaking fourth year in a row, Polo’s Rebekah Zeigler earned a trip to the Scripps National Spelling Bee, May 29-31 in National Harbor, Maryland.

The 12-year-old Aplington Middle School seventh-grader beat 37 other participants from three counties – including her little brother, Gage – to win the bee in 37 rounds Feb. 22 at Dixon High School’s Wiltz Auditorium.

She and Gage, 11, a Centennial Elementary fifthgrader, studied separately, alternating practice sessions between their mother and the computer. It paid off: Gage finished in third place.

“It was a lot more difficult this year, knowing Gage was in it,” Rebekah said.

The Zeigler siblings and Byron Middle School eighthgrader Rebekah Starwalt made it through 32 rounds before the event’s master list of 300 words was exhausted.

Rebekah Zeigler breezed through “schadenfreude,”

Gage had little trouble with “witloof,” and Starwalt survived “barukhzy.”

Words got a little easier after that with a new list, but Gage couldn’t quite ward off “parry” in the 34th round.

“I had never heard of it before,” said Gage, who used a single ‘R’. “I just couldn’t sound it out.”

It was “really, really” hard to compete with his sister around, he said.

Rebekah S. eliminated Gage by successfully spelling “arrears” to narrow the field to two.

The two Rebekahs traded off “quiddity” and “polenta,” but “hepatitis” was a bit of a challenge for Rebekah Z., who tried not to toss in an extra ’T.’ After that, Rebekah S. found difficulty with “colonnade” and threw in an extra ‘L’. When all was said and done, she came in second.

“Some of the tougher words were actually the ones in the beginning, because I forgot what they were. I kind of had to guess,” she said.

“Vamplate” was the reigning champ’s winning word.

“I knew it was probably going to go off-list, because I studied with [Gage] a little bit,” Rebekah Z. said. “I knew that we knew the words, so it was more nerve racking waiting for the words to go

Rebekah Zeigler hugs her brother Gage after he misspelled a word during the Lee Ogle Whiteside Regional Spelling Bee Feb. 22 at Dixon High School. This year’s bee presented the first opportunity the siblings will get to face each other at the regional bee. Rebekah won the regional, her fourth in a row. Photo by Michael Krabbenhoeft, Sauk Valley Media

off-list and seeing if I knew them or not.”

Paul Swartz, a Steward Elementary eighth-grader, was Lee County’s best finisher, settling for fourth after adding one more ’T’ to “pizzicato.”

Dutch Crady, an

eighth-grade student at Prophetstown-LyndonTampico Middle School, rounded out the top five and was Whiteside County’s highest finisher after missing “corpuscle” in the 18th round.

Now the Zeiglers will plan yet another trip to Washington

D.C. Rebekah is wanting to find new and different places to visit, but Gage already has made up his mind: the Georgetown Cupcake bakery.

“It has really good cupcakes,” he said.

Other prizes awarded at the

regional bee include a 2018 United States Mint Proof Set, online subscription to Encyclopedia Britannica, online subscription to Merriam-Webster Unabridged Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary, Amazon gift cards, and medals and pins.

Polo residents can soon pay water bills with credit cards

By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com The City of Polo will be getting equipped for plastic in the near future, making the lives of bill payers easier.

During its Feb. 20 meeting, the council unanimously approved a merchant agreement with GovPayNet, a service for paying bills online to government agencies via credit, debit, and prepaid debit cards.

City Clerk Sydney Bartelt said the system will hopefully be up and running

by May 1, to be in line with the next fiscal year.

According to GovPayNet’s website, the service costs nothing to be adopted and implemented by local governments, including fee liability and hardware and software costs.

Any service fees from paying with cards are charged to the cardholder.

Bartelt said the only cost the city would incur would be requiring a custom software build, which she said is highly unlikely.

Alderman Justin Grobe

wanted to know whether or not it was certain that would be the only condition in which they would be charged.

“Through my business, I’ve been told certain things with my credit card machine, and it is definitely not what they told me,” said Grobe.

“Mine costs over $150 per month whether I run a card through it or not.”

Bartelt said the service should provide a huge convenience to the public.

“There’s so many people that come in here asking ‘do you take debit or credit?’, and we don’t,” said Bartelt.

“I, personally, hardly use cash anywhere.”

She also said it will hopefully alleviate ongoing issues with delinquent water bill payments.

On the subject of delinquent water bills, the city will no longer be handdelivering pink slips to citizens delinquent on water bills.

Normally, a citizen receives a mail notice to pay a late bill. If it is not paid within 12 days after that, a pink slip is delivered in person by city employees.

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Now, delinquent notices will simply be sent in the mail, with pink warnings on the envelope.

The change comes as part of the initiative to tighten up policies regarding delinquency on water bills, and the cost the city incurs through administration fees and calling in off-duty workers to turn water back on after late payments.

Alderman Randy Schoon, chairman of the Water & Sewer Committee, said that the policies are not intended to punish anyone suffering from financial stress.

“We know that there’s going to be someone coming through those doors that has fell on hard times, somehow - whether it be medical issues, or whatever the case may be,” said Schoon.

“We’re not going to play the Grinch; if, in fact, things like that happen, we’re still going to have some sort of a heart here and try to help people out.”

The city council meets again on Monday, March 5 at 7 p.m. at the Polo City Hall, 115 S. Franklin Ave. The meeting is open to the public.

Chamber Chatter, A3 Church News, A5 Classifieds, B5-B8 Entertainment, A6 Library News, A2

Replica toy tractors adorned the entryway and vendor booths all over the 2017 Polo Farm Toy show. Photo by Zach Arbogast

Farm Toy Show is March 3 The 33rd annual Polo Farm Toy Show, sponsored by the Polo Lions Club, will be held on Saturday, March 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Polo High School, 100 Union Ave., Polo.

Approximately 100 dealers will be attending the event with a wide variety of items.

A 50-50 drawing will be held.

Marriage Licenses, A4 Polo Police, A8 Pine Creek News, A3 Public Voice, A7 Property Transfers, B3

The Polo Boosters will serve lunch in the school cafeteria.

Admission is $3 for adults and children under 12 are admitted free. The school is handicapped accessible.

For dealer information call Irene Short at 815946-3730.

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Silsbee also designed home for Bryant & Lucie Barber Editor’s note: This is the second of a series of articles about the Polo buildings that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

By Betty Obendorf Curator Polo Historical Society Like the Henry Barber house, the 1901 Bryant and Lucie Barber House was also designed by Chicago architect, Joseph Lyman Silsbee, who had the distinction of giving Frank Lloyd Wright his first architectural training.

The interior features wood of mahogany, walnut, cherry, and white oak.

The story that goes with the building of this Barber home was the clearing of the land first. Chanceford R. Barber, the father of Henry and Bryant, had built a red brick home on the northwest corner of Mason Street and Barber Street in 1856. It had to be removed and one did not tear buildings down in those days. Instead, in 1899 the red brick home was moved by 20 horses and mules to a site directly across the lot to the stable area. The Barbers first built a new barn in November of 1898 for $4,000.  Chanceford’s home after it was

1901 Bryant and Lucie Barber House 103 N. Barber Ave. National Register 1995 Classic Revival moved was remodeled with a new twostory addition in brick and a veranda across the front of the house. (Polo Semi-Weekly Visitor, June 7, 1899) The home is still there at 502 W. Locust Street and is owned by Jack Clark. After the removal of the Chanceford R. Barber Home in 1899 then the second Barber son could build his home.

Polo people were provoked at that time because the old blue limestone school was torn down for a new school rather than save it.

They commented that the Chanceford R. Barber home, built of common brick, was “deemed of sufficient value to save, for years to come.â€? (Polo SemiWeekly Visitor)  The blue limestone in a quarry near Polo eventually was all used up. The 1901 Bryant and Lucie Barber House does have a place where the influence of Frank Lloyd Wright can possibly be seen. It is in the dining room with the doors of the cabinets showing a likeness to his prairie design. Â

Bryant and Lucie Barber built this brick home on the corner of Mason Street and Barber Avenue in 1901. Like his brother Henry’s house next door it was designed by architect Joseph Silsbee. It has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1995. Photo supplied

Another interesting feature of the home is in the garage. The attached garage has an operable steel turntable. You pull your car in and the turn table turns it around so you can pull out directly, The garage was built around 1908.

Another story about the house is

the near painting of the woodwork by Fanny Schyver. She had a crew of painters from Dixon come up to paint all the woodwork white in this beautiful home. The man who was in charge walked around when he got there and surveyed the whole situation.Â

He said, “I want to think this over and I will come back.�  The next day Fanny got sick and she sold the house to Luther Raley. The year was 1942.  The woodwork never got painted!

Having white woodwork was the rage at that time.

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

Street Illinois Registration is required for this program.

Donations needed Keys for craft activities.

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Book Bingo Winter Reading Program Ages 5 and up January through Feb. 28 Earn a reward for each Bingo! A grand prize drawing will be held on March 1.

Lifelong Learner’s Series Wednesday, March 7 6 p.m.

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New Service Polo Public Library announces a partnership with Driving-Tests.org, a company dedicated to driver safety and education, to offer free Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) practice tests to library patrons. Â The new service includes free tests specifically based

on Illinois DMV materials. Go to www.pololibrary.org home page and scroll to Library News.

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School Early Out Program Wednesday, March 28 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

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Tri-County Press Serving the Polo area since 1857

The Tri-County Press is published weekly by Ogle County Newspapers, a division of B.F. Shaw Printing Co., Shaw Media.

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.

The Tri-County Press printing plant was the first in northwestern Illinois to utilize modern technology in type composition and presswork for the production of newspapers.

Ogle County Newspapers also prints the Oregon Republican Reporter, Mt. Morris Times and Forreston Journal.

The Tri-County Press is produced every week by: General Manager: Earleen Hinton Editor: Vinde Wells Advertising Sales: Lori Walker Reporters: Zachary Arbogast Andy Colbert

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Police investigate threat at Stillman Valley High School

By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com Stillman Valley High School was almost back to normal Monday after a threatening message was discovered on the wall in a student restroom Friday morning. “We had a normal day of school as far as the schedule is concerned,� Superintendent PJ Caposey said Monday afternoon.

An arrest has not yet been made in the case, Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle said Tuesday morning. “It’s an active investigation,� he said. “I think there will come to a resolution in this case.�

During a press conference late Friday afternoon, VanVickle said that four detectives, patrol deputies, and department administrators had immediately responded to the incident.

They went through the school building looking for “anything that’s out of place and doesn’t look right,� he said. “We had eight deputies inside the school, and the kids were safe.�

He also called for help from the state police, who provided security outside all four buildings in the school district.

Extra counselors were avail-

able Monday, Caposey said, to talk to students about their concerns, and sheriff’s deputies remained on duty at the school. “Overall the day went very well. I think they [the students] were scared and rattled. I think the news of the week scared them,� he said, referring to the Feb. 14 school shooting in Parkland, Florida, when a former student at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School killed 14 students and three faculty members.

VanVickle said Friday that they received information about the incident at around 11:30 a.m. after a student reported the threat to high school administrators.

School officials immediately called 911, and Ogle County Sheriff’s Police and the Illinois State Police responded to the scene.

According to a statement released by Caposey on Friday, police and school administrators determined that an immediate lockdown was not necessary and classes and after-school activities proceeded as usual, except for an increased police presence. “Once that decision was made, police presence was increased at the school, and both the police and district began following emergency protocols,� a statement from

Caposey read. “At the request of administration, police partners worked to have a presence at all district buildings despite there being no threat made to those schools. Administration and police agreed that increased monitoring was wise and would provide reassurance to the community.�

Although an emailed statement was sent to the parents of high school students “within minutes� of the threat being discovered, some parents were already showing up at the school to pick up their children. “By the time the school was able to issue a statement, a photo of the threat went ‘viral’ on social media,� Caposey posted on the district website. “This caused a great deal of alarm and led to a large number of students being removed from school by their parents.

Once the situation calmed, administration attempted to speak to every building to discuss concerns and questions of students.�

VanVickle advised parents to rely on school officials to inform them what to do rather than come to the school immediately in such a situation. “It really causes chaos and interrupts what we have to do,� he said.

The additional vehicles coming onto and leaving school

Meridian School District Superintendent PJ Caposey speaks to members of the media during a press conference at the district office late Friday regarding the threat made at Stillman Valley High School earlier in the day. Photo by Earleen Hinton

grounds can hamper the investigation, he said.

Caposey said that a positive side of the incident was that it provided a drill for everyone involved. “In many cases, this was a very ‘real’ drill for SVHS faculty and staff. I’m sorry that our faculty and students had to experience this, but believe it strengthens us against future threats,� he said. Anyone with information about the threat is encouraged to call the Lee-Ogle Crime

Stoppers anonymous hotline at 888-228-4488.

Amboy Junior High and Sterling High School also received threats last week. “On [Feb. 21], it was brought to my attention that a AJHS student allegedly directed a threat against AJHS,� Amboy Superintendent Jeff Thake posted on the district’s Facebook page. “The situation has been addressed, law enforcement was involved, and all administrative procedures consistent with board policy have

been followed.� On Feb. 22, Sterling school officials and police scrambled to investigate a vague threat on social media directed at “SHS.�

They were concerned enough to beef up security at Sterling High School, to confer with the Statewide Terrorism Intelligence Center, and eventually to issue a news release reporting that there was “no credible threat� to Sterling High or any other local schools.

Earleen Hinton contributed to this story.

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by sound, invent some wacky noise-makers, and use a straw to discover the connection between size and pitch.

Registration is required for

Adult Programs Pinterest Party Tuesday, April 3 6 to 7 p.m.

Activity: Pinwheel Wreath

Registration is required for this program.

Book Discussion Groups Afternoon Book Club @ the Library Monday, March 26

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Selection: Doc by Mary Doria Russell Friday Book Discussion @ the Library Friday, March 23

Chamber Chatter The Polo Chamber of Commerce is excited about working with the Polo Lions Club again this year with their annual Rose and Carnation Day Sales. Â The prices this year are $20 for a dozen roses and $10 for a dozen carnations. Â If you are interested in purchasing roses or carnations please contact any chamber member or call 815-946-3131. Â The delivery date is Saturday,

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By Karen Merlak The end of February is almost here which means winter will be ending soon, too. The sleeping earth will be waking up with the many blooming flowers and trees. While God is waking the earth and making everything new, we can give thanks for His loving care each and every day. This morning in church we were greeted by Kent and Judy Nettz. Our special music was the hymn, “In the Garden,� sung

by Eric Hopkins. Eric and his husband, Andrew, were home visiting his parents, Jim and

March 17. The proceeds will go to benefit projects within the community including Summer Movies in the Park and the Polo Library Shelter Project.

The Polo Council of Churches will hold its Open Table Dinner on Monday, March 26 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Faith United Methodist Church in Polo. Â All are welcome to attend.

Mark your calendars! The

dates have been chosen for Movies in the Park 2018. They will be on Fridays, June 22; July 6; July 20; and, Aug. 3. Â We are looking for businesses to host After Hours. Please contact us if you are interested in hosting.

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 five-

year increments of being in business in Polo. Â Contact polochamber@ gmail.com to announce a special business celebration.

Call the Polo Chamber at 815946-3131 or polochamber@ gmail.com to post on the Chamber sign, Chamber website (Polochamber.org) and in the Chamber Chatter.  Please note the Chamber’s mailing address of P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064.

Nancy Hopkins. Our new friends, Quinten, Jasmin, and Jojo were in church and participated in the children’s sermon given by Rev. Charlotte Hoppe. We observed the second Sunday in Lent as we prepare for the events of Holy Week. On Saturday evening, our church group gathered at the Galena Steakhouse in Dixon to celebrate the Valentine holiday. There were 20 people in attendance for the wonderful dinner. Each guest was given a treat from Don and Vicki Hay. While at the dinner, we celebrated the birthday of Justin Rahn. Justin’s wife, Ellen, and her parents, Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins provided a cake for the group. Everyone had a great evening of visiting over a great meal. This past Tuesday evening, I hosted our regular PEO meeting in my home. I had

a wonderful co-host, Cindy Bauling. Cindy made the desert and I provided the home. Lisa Coffman gave the program about our constitution. Attending the PEO meeting from Pine Creek were Judy Nettz, Beverly Coffman, Lisa Coffman, and Betty Hare. It was very nice to visit with our wonderful sisters. On Wednesday evening, Charlotte hosted the first of a three-part series. We are watching the movie, “The Gospel of John.� Each week, we will be watching a part of the movie and then

discussing the content. Attending the movie night were Don and Vicki Hay, Jim and Nancy Hopkins, Sandra Ford, Martha Johannsen, and me. After the movie discussion, our visiting continued until later into the night. This past Monday and Tuesday, I took some time off work to be home and get ready for the PEO meeting at my home. On Tuesday morning, I went into Dixon for a few groceries.

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Orsteds to celebrate golden anniversary

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Donald and Linda Orsted, of Mt. Morris, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on March 9.

Donald Orsted and Linda Fulton were married March 9, 1968 at the Christian Church in Mt. Morris.

They are the parents of Brad

Serenity Hospice and Home was recently given a $2,000 donation from the Hib Reber Memorial Car Show held last July 14 at the United Church of Byron. This is the first year the car show was not an official member of ByronFest which allowed them to make the contribution. Pictured left to right are: Ron Bower, Lynn Knodle, Executive Director of Serenity, Dan Wills, and Dan Reed. Photo supplied

Entries sought for HCC art show Show is open to area high school students Entries are needed for the Highland Community College 48th annual District High School Juried Art Exhibit on view from April 5 to May 3 in the Highland Gallery.

The juried art exhibit is designed to recognize high

school artists in northwest Illinois to celebrate their visual contributions to the community.

Work is due on Thursday, March 15 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the west wing of the Ferguson Fine Arts Center, Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport.

An opening reception and awards presentation is on Thursday, April 5 from 4:30

to 6 p.m., with an award ceremony at 5:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

“Highland Gallery has been hosting this juried high school art exhibit for 48 years, serving as a highly successful collaboration between the college and our district high schools,” said gallery director Robert Apolloni.

“The dedicated art teachers from our district high schools

should be commended for their ability to encourage and support the arts; especially in a time where Fine Arts are increasingly challenged to defend their existence. Indeed, this exhibit symbolizes the importance and role of the arts as a symbol for the direction of any given community.”

For more information contact Bill Buehler at 815599-3490 or bill.buehler@ highland.edu.

SVCC Foundation offers scholarships The Sauk Valley College Foundation announces its Fall Scholarship Kick-Off. Scholarship awards will be applied to the fall 2018 semester.

Applications will be accepted starting on Thursday,

March 1 and must be fully completed and submitted by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 2.

The Sauk Foundation has merit and need-based scholarship awards ranging from $150 to $1,000.

Interested applicants should

visit svcc.edu/scholarships for award criteria and application requirements.

For more information contact Angie Delhotal, SVC Foundation, at angela.s.delhotal@svcc.edu or 815-835-6329.

(Michelle) Orsted and Laura (Donald) Bennett, both of Mt. Morris.

They will celebrate with their children and grandchildren, Justin, Amber, C.J., Brian and Addison.

They would enjoy receiving cards from family and friends.

RTA offers scholarship The Ogle-Lee Retired Teachers Association – IRTA is offering a $750 scholarship to a college junior or senior from Ogle or Lee County, who is currently working toward a degree in Education and enrolled at an accredited school.

An application may be downloaded from the Ogle-

Lee RTA website at www. ogleleerta.weebly.com.

Applications are due by July 31 to Phil Bratta, 5631 Fair Oaks Drive, Davis Junction, IL 61020.

Questions may be directed to Bratta at 815-520-5312.

The scholarship winner will be announced on Aug. 15 on the website and in local media.

College News Matthew Sullivan Matthew Sullivan, of Polo, has been named to the fall dean’s list at Illinois Central College, East Peoria.

The academic honor is presented to students who earn a 3.5 to 3.99 grade point average on a 4.0 grading scale.

Alexia Gruhn Alexia Gruhn, of Forreston, has been named to the fall dean’s list at Loras College, Dubuque, Iowa.

A graduate of Forreston High School, she is a freshman at Loras.

A student must earn a 3.5

grade point average and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours to be recognized.

University of Dubuque Several area students have been named to the fall dean’s list at the University of Dubuque, Dubuque, Iowa.

To be named to the dean’s list, a student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale for that semester.

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UW-Milwaukee Several area students have been named to the fall dean’s list at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Earning academic honors are Mariah Howard, of Polo; Maddison Kirchner, of Forreston; Alex Sitze, of Oregon; and Kayla Miller and Adam M. Montana, both of Byron.

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

Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Gary Branam www.baileyvillebaptistchurch. org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study 4th Sunday Each Month 1:30 p.m. Nursing Home Service at Presence St. Joseph BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Brookville: Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

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

Adult Sunday School 10 a.m.

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

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

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

Bible Class; 6-8 p.m. Christian Skate Night at the White Pines Skating Rink Sunday, March 4—8 a.m. Edlers Meeting; 9 a.m. Worship with Communion, Mite Box Sunday; 10:20 a.m. Education Hour; 11:30 a.m. Confirmation Class Wednesday, March 7—11 a.m.

Lenten Service Thursday, March 8—10 a.m.

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

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

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

815-837-5255 polo@crossroadscn.com We offer contemporary worship and relevant Bible teaching through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our cafe for coffee, snacks & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade) - Sundays at 6 p.m.

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crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt Phone 815-734-4853 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 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 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Church EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, two miles north on German Church Road Pastor Marvin Jacobs Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Women & Men’s Bible Study, Kids Club www.ebenezerreformed.com EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes Office: 815-732-2424 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Sunday School EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Logan Murphy 815-734-4942 Thursday, Mach 1—1 p.m.

Ladies Bible Study Saturday, March 3—7 a.m.

Men’s Accountability Group Sunday, March 4—8:30 a.m.

Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Inner Mission; 10 a.m. Worship Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group Tuesday, March 6—9 a.m. Food Pantry Volunteers Log onto our website at http:// www.efcmm.org to check out our latest opportunities and updates FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Jeremy Heller, Pastor 815-946-3588 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service Nursery Available We are an independent nondenominational Christian church.

Visitors are always welcome.

FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203 “A Church with a Heart — In the Heart of Forreston” 9 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Sunday School Sunday, March 4—9 a.m. Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday, March 7—6 p.m.

Lenten Supper; 6:30 p.m. Lenten Service; 7 p.m. Choir FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith Handicapped Accessible 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship

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OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon The deadline is 3 p.m. on Fridays for information for the Pastor Thomas E. Kim 815-732-2994 Church News to be turned in at our office at 113 S. Peoria oregonumc@outlook.com Ave., Dixon. The deadline is 9 a.m. on Fridays for church Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

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by Fellowship and news left in the drop boxes in Forreston & Polo. Items can All-Age Sunday School also be emailed to vwells@oglecountynews.com. For more Thursday, March 1—6:30 p.m. information call Vinde Wells at 815-732-6166 ext. 5903. WOE Small Group at Sheryl Rocke’s, WOE Small Group at Margo Gardner’s FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 11 a.m. Sunday School Friday, March 2—7 p.m. WOE 505 Hill St., Oregon Wednesday 6 p.m. Prayer & Small Group at Marquadts’ www.fbcoregon.org Bible Studies Saturday, March 3—10 a.m.

815-732-2642 Prayer Chain 738-2205 WOE Small Group with Ben Rev. Jared Cochran Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Rocke at Village Bakery; 4 p.m.

“A Christ-centered, BibleVarious Activities Agape Team Practice; 5:30 p.m. believing, family-oriented Agape Praise Team Worship ministry.”

LEAF RIVER UNITED Sunday, March 4—9 a.m.

9:30 a.m. Sunday School METHODIST CHURCH Worship with Communion; 10:15 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River a.m. Fellowship & Sunday School, 6 p.m. Sunday Evening Service Pastor David Poust WOE Small Group High School & Wednesday 7 p.m. Prayer Sunday, March 4—10 a.m.; Confirmation, WOE Small Group Meeting Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship with Christina Meyer Transportation and nursery Monday, March 5—6:30 p.m. provided for all services.

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED Small Group at Cathryn Burger’s METHODIST CHURCH Tuesday, March 6—8:15 a.m.FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon 3:30 p.m. Preschool Screening; CHURCH (USA) Pastor Chan Ik Choi 10 a.m. Staff Meeting; 6 p.m. Cub 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Handicapped Accessible Scouts; 6:30 p.m. Small Group at Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 9 a.m. Worship Service Stephens’, Small Group at Saams’, 815-732-2894 10 a.m. Sunday School Small Group at Jeanne Suneson’s; www.fpcoregon.com Age Three through Wednesday, March 7—6:30 Handicapped Accessible Sixth Grade. a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 7-9 a.m.

10:30 a.m. Worship Everyone is Welcome Communion in Chapel; 9:30 a.m.

Holy Communion is served the Naomi-Ruth Circle; 5:30 p.m. first Sunday of each month.

MT. MORRIS CHURCH WOE Coordinators Meeting, OF THE BRETHREN Wednesday Night Alive, 6:15 p.m.

FIRST UNITED 409 W. Brayton Road WOE Small Group with Cindy METHODIST CHURCH P.O. Box 2055 Day; 7 p.m. Choir Practice 402 First Ave., Forreston Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Thursday, March 8—6:30 p.m.

Pastor David Poust Pastor Ginny Haney WOE Small Group at Sheryl 815-938-2380 Phone: 815-734-4573 Rocke’s, WOE Small Group at Thursday, March 1—8 a.m. AA Office hours Monday - Friday Margo Gardner’s Meeting 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Sunday, March 4—9 a.m.

Thursday, March 1—11:30 a.m.

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN Worship, 10:30 a.m. Sunday Food Pantry Board Meeting; 4:30-7 CHURCH School; 6 p.m. Confirmation Class p.m. Food Pantry Open 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Monday, March 5—8 a.m. AA Friday, March 2—9 a.m.

Pastor Charlotte Hoppe Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee at The Women’s Fellowship; Pastor Ginny 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Depot; 2 p.m. Bingo at Polo; 3-4:30 Off 10:30 a.m. Worship Service p.m. Good News Club Saturday, March 3—Pastor Wednesday, March 7—12 p.m. Ginny Off POLO CHURCH OF THE Friendship Club; 6:30-8 p.m. Bible Sunday, March 4—8:15 a.m.

BRETHREN Study on Moses Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worship; Congress Ave. & Webster St. 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m.

(The church is handicapped FORRESTON GROVE Sunday School; 11 a.m. Living accessible) CHURCH Hope Church Services Pastor Leslie Lake 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Tuesday, March 6—8:45 a.m.

PoloCob@risebroadband.net Presbyterian Church in America Bible Study; 9 a.m. Food Delivery 9:30 a.m. Family Worship Pastor Drew Jones for Pantry; Quilting 11 a.m. Sunday School 815-938-3605 Wednesday, March 7—7:15 p.m. www.forrestongrovechurch.com Chimes Rehearsal; 7 p.m. Circle M PRAIRIE DELL 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 4-H Club Meeting PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.

NORTH GROVE Shannon Pioneer Club; 7:45 p.m. Choir EVANGELICAL CHURCH Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 10384 W. Coffman Rd., 815-864-2448 FORRESTON REFORMED Forreston 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School CHURCH Pastor Tim Hotchkiss 10 a.m. Worship 501 Third Ave. Church: 815-938-2194 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Pastor Lyle Zumdahl Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 815-938-2424 9 a.m. Sunday School RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN lylezumdahl@gmail.com 10:05 a.m. Worship Service CHURCH 9:30 a.m. Worship Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 609 S. 10th St., Oregon 10:45 a.m. Sunday School a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Craig Arnold, Pastor Open at New Life Community 812-236-1213 FREEDOM LUTHERAN Center 10:45 a.m. Worship Service CHURCH, ELCA Pastor Brant Clements OREGON ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL 815-284-2966 CHURCH OF GOD CHURCH Website:https//www.

860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. 1000 Ill. 64 West freedomlutheran.org/home.html Pastor Michael Hoffman Oregon Sunday Evening Worship at 815-732-6847 Pastor Barbara Seward 5:45 p.m. at First Presbyterian 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 815-732-7211 Church, 200 S. 5th St., Oregon a.m. Worship www.saintbrides.org You and your family are invited Coffee & Fellowship following Email:saint.bride.church@ to join us for worship on Sunday, the service gmail.com March 4 at 10:30 a.m.

Welcome Center is at Services Pastor Hoffman’s sermon is 111 S. 4th St., Oregon Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. titled “A Meal with the Master.”

Holy Communion Communion will be served.

GRACE VALLEY Classes Dennis Cheatwood will give the CHRISTIAN REFORMED Children’s Sunday School & Communion Comments.

CHURCH Adult Bible Study Available Greeting you will be Terrence, 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. St. Bride’s follows traditional Kayla and Leona Raper.

German Valley Anglican-Episcopal church During morning worship an Pastor Jake Ritzema practices; is biblically based exceptionally fine Children’s 815-362-6601 and both family and individual Church is offered for children 3 9 a.m. Sunday School for All oriented. Visitors are always years old through Grade 5.

Ages welcomed.

Sunday School begins at 9:30 10 a.m. Worship Service a.m. and includes classes for adults, ST. JAMES LUTHERAN young adults, teens, children and GERMAN VALLEY CHURCH infants.

UNITED METHODIST West Grove Road at Special attention is given in each CHURCH Columbine Rd. class to issues and topics related to Church and Main Streets Rev. Lucy Wynard the particular needs and interests of Don Plock, Pastor Sunday, March 4—9:15 a.m. each group.

8:30 a.m. Worship Service Children’s Sunday School, The Wednesday night Youth Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m.

Group meets at 6 p.m. at East Congregational Bible Study, LEAF RIVER BAPTIST Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville Senior Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 a.m.

CHURCH Road.

6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Divine Worship with Communion; The local Weight Watchers 11:30 a.m. Senior Choir Rehearsal Leaf River group meets Wednesday at the Pastor Randy Newton church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for 815-738-2205 ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN Email leafriverbc@gmail.com weigh-in, followed by their meeting CHURCH from 6 to 6:30 p.m.

9:30 a.m. Sunday Praise and 201 N. Division Ave., Polo March’s Bible Book of the Worship Service Pastor Terrie Wilder Month is Acts.

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815-946-2919 Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School for Adults & Children 10 a.m. Social Time 10:30 a.m. Worship Service ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule 4:30 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. Sunday 8 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 3 p.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest Reconciliation 3:30-4:15 p.m. Saturday St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m.

Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 6 p.m.1st & 2nd Wednesdays Adult Bible Study 8:30 a.m. 1st Wednesday ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: 8:30 & 11 a.m.

Worship Services 9:30 a.m.

Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday 10 a.m. Bible Study Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199 9:30 a.m. Sabbath School 11 a.m. Worship Service Luncheon after services, weekly TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Email: trinitymm@frontier.com Website: www.trinitymm.net Saturday Worship 5:30 p.m.

Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, March 1—3:30-4:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park for grades K-6 Friday, March 2—8 a.m.

Bulletin & Fellowship Saturday, March 3—5:30 p.m.

Worship Service Sunday, March 4—8:30 a.m.

First Sunday Ministry Cafe; 9:30 a.m. Worship Service; 10:45 a.m.

Sunday School for Children Age 4-Grade 6; 11:30 a.m. Choristers Monday, March 5—6:30 p.m.

Committee Meetings; 7:30 p.m.

Executive Committee Meeting Tuesday, March 6—3:30-4:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park for grades K-6 Wednesday, March 7—6:30 a.m.

Prayer & Praise Group; 5:30 p.m.

Chime Choir Rehearsal; 6 p.m.

Lenten Soup Supper; 7 p.m. MidWeek Lenten Service followed by Chancel Choir Rehearsal Thursday, March 8—3:30-4:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park for grades K-6 WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:35 a.m. Worship

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Win $3,000 at Byron Rotary’s Pot of Gold Tickets are now on sale for the Rotary Club of Byron’s annual Pot of Gold draw down fundraiser on Saturday, March 10 at PrairieView Golf Pavilion, Byron.

The event, presented in partnership with Holcomb State Bank, once again features a $3,000 grand prize.

“This has always been a much-anticipated community event,” Pot of Gold Chairman Kelly Johnson said. “It’s also Ann Haas executive director of the Rock River Center (left) and Mary Steele, transportation coordinator and office an important fundraiser for assistance, hold the bed-size quilt that is being raffled off by the Rock River Center. Tickets are being sold now with the Rotary’s charitable giving winning ticket to be drawn at the What’s Cookin’ event on March 24. Photo by Earleen Hinton program. All proceeds will help fund Rotary’s ‘Service Above Self Scholarship’ to a worthy Byron High School senior, to provide free milk to qualifying grade schoolers and A hand-quilted, double bed size quilt 2570 N West Branch Rd., Polo. to provide a dictionary to every could be yours at “What’s Cookin” March To see the quilt, stop by the Rock River Mary Morgan Elementary third th 24.

Center, 810 S 10 ,Oregon, and buy tickets grader.”

Part of Rock River Center’s “What’s for a chance to own it.

Tickets are $100 and they Cookin” fundraiser will be a chance to Raffle tickets are $1 each or six for $5. admit two to the event, which own the quilt if their ticket is drawn at 7:30 You do not need to be present at What’s includes a buffet catered by p.m. during the event held at Barnacopia, Cookin’ to win.

Hector’s Cocina Mexican Restaurant, complimentary beer, a cash bar, and live music courtesy of “Sour Grapes.”

In the draw down, every ticket will win a prize donated by area businesses; every 10th ticket will win $100 cash, and the grand prize winner will leave with $3,000.

Side raffles will include The spring fundraiser for Rock River Center at Barnacopia, on March 24 keeps growing and growing.

The event will be held from 5-8 p.m.

The Let Freedom Ring at Barnacopia located at 2570 N. West Committee will hold a Mardi Branch Road, Polo. the amazing displays in the museum at Gras Adult Prom on Saturday, “So far, 12 returning adult teams and Barnacopia including the tractor under March 3 at the Mt. Morris five new teams will be cooking and glass as you enter the “Barn” and the Moose Club. serving samples of appetizers, entrées, tractor slowly rotating in the cupola.

Dance to the music of Goin side dishes, or desserts,” said Rock River Barnacopia, built by Gary Bocker, Postal from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Center Executive Director Ann Haas. “To includes a view of Mason Street in Polo, Tickets are $10 per single date our Junior Chef Division has four from the 1950s and the upper floors have a and $15 per couple. returning teams and two new teams.

Dinner will be served from “The main floor of Barnacopia will Bites,” said Haas. “Another new team John Deere pool table and Gary’s first car, be filled with outstanding food as teams from Oregon, Sophisticated Sweets and a ’53 Ford.

“Cook up an evening out with someone compete for trophies which will be Treats will have samples of cheesecakes, awarded at the end of the evening,” said cupcakes, cookies, cake, petit fours, cake special or a whole group of friends and come to enjoy the food and friendship Haas. “New this year at What’s Cookin is pops and brownies.

“Hazels is one of our new Junior Chef at Barnacopia, March 24 and help Rock a Celebrity Chef judging team which will The 44th annual Leaf River judge and award a trophy for outstanding teams and will be offering samples of River Center continue its mission to appetizer, side dish, main dish, dessert, avocado chocolate pudding and KAT, provide resources to improve the quality of Alumni Event will be held on and the outstanding sample from the our other new Junior team will have life for the disadvantaged, caregivers and Saturday, March 3 at the River Valley Complex (former Leaf lemon petit fours,” Haas continued. older adults of Ogle County,” said Haas, Junior Chef Division.” th River school).

“Visit us at 810 S 10 St, Oregon, to All attending the event will receive a “Our returning teams will have samples Doors open at 4:30 p.m. A of brats, ham and Swiss cream puffs, learn about our community services and ballot to vote for the Best of Show.

A full cash bar and separate wine bar gourmet popcorn, aronia berry meatballs buy tickets for “What’s Cookin,” or go to sandwich supper will be held will be located at strategic areas on the and Aronia slushies, Kielbasa bites, salsa, www.rockrivercenter.org for information from 5 to 7:30 in the cafeteria.

The program to recognize mini pizzas and peachwood smoked on Rock River Center and “What’s Cookin. main floor of Barnacopia.

“One of our new teams, Village Bakery pulled pork, plus even more from teams Registration blanks for the remaining team the Class of 1968 will begin at located in Oregon, will be making Village who haven’t decided yet but put in their slots are live on our website,” Haas said. 6:30, and the basketball game “See you for an evening of great food in will begin at 7.

Veggies, and Angel Wings Bake Shoppe reservation for a space.”

The alumni band will also be Haas said all attendees can enjoy the museum, Barnacopia, on March 24.” from Byron will be making Angel

RRC is raffling a quilt New and returning cooking teams coming to “What’s Cookin”

opportunities to bid on items including a wine tasting party for 14 guests, a Chicago Cubs jersey, and Kenny Chesney signed memorabilia.

Rotary volunteer Corey Buck will emcee the event again this year; he will be joined by celebrity volunteers Linda Beck and Patrick Wiesner, Republican candidates for Ogle County Treasurer.

Tickets can be purchased in Byron at Virtus Capital Partners, Floski Law, LLC, from Bruce Boyle or Butch Rosecke, from any Byron Rotary Club member and by emailing spinzone1@aol.com, or on Eventbrite.com.

In addition to Presenting Sponsor Holcomb State Bank, other sponsors for this year’s event include Exelon Nuclear-Byron Station, Envoy Mortgage of Byron, Floski Law, LLC, Custom Concrete, Inc., Stillman Bank, Byron Bank, and Barn on the Hill of Leaf River.

In addition to local charitable efforts, Byron Rotary also supports the international fight against life-threatening diseases such as polio, HIV/ AIDS, and malaria, and helps fund international clean water and community hygiene projects.

Adult prom March 3 5 to 8 p.m. The menu will include jambalaya, dirty rice, and cornbread for $10 per person.

For more information call Sara at 815-275-3360.

The event will raise funds for this year’s Fourth of July festival.

Leaf River alumni games are set for Sat., March 3 performing. Those interested in playing should bring an instrument.

A $4 donation is requested for the game and supper ($1 for basketball and band players).

Anyone who is a graduate of the Class of 1968 and will be attending or is willing to help with the event, is asked to contact Linda Borneman at 815-938-2129 or lborneman@ frontier.com.

Rock River Center Activities (All ages are welcome to participate in programming) Monthly Brain Health Exercise Series at RRC Keep your 2018 resolution to keep your brain fit and healthy!

Current research indicates that challenging the brain is one of several things you can do to contribute to your own brain health as you age.

Challenging activities is one way to train your brain and keep your wits fit!

The University of Illinois Extension will be at Rock River Center offering monthly Wits Fitness Brain Exercises Classes on the third Tuesday of every month.

The monthly classes will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Rock River Center, 810 South 10th Street in Oregon.

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Each monthly class is free and open to the public!

Participants are welcome to join the class at any time.

Registration required. Please call Rock River Center at 815-732-3252 if you plan on attending.

For more information, call the University of Illinois Extension at 815-632-3611.

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Monday, March 19– 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Instructor: Scott Zimmerman) This hour is for those looking for 1-on-1 assistance with common technology issues. Call to schedule your own time with Scott.

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The cost of this trip is $80 for members and $85 for nonmembers.

The reservation and payment deadline is Friday, March 9.

Wednesday, Sept. 26; Mama Won’t Fly An outrageously hilarious race against the clock begins when Savannah Sprunt Fairchild Honeycutt agrees to get her feisty mother all the way from Alabama to California in time for her brother’s wedding.

The cost of this trip is $80 for members and $85 for nonmembers.

The reservation and payment deadline is Friday, Aug. 24.

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50th anniversary for Kish reset to March 8 Kishwaukee College’s 50th Anniversary KickOff celebration has been rescheduled to Thursday, March 8 from 4 – 5:30 p.m. in the Student Center on campus.

The 50th Anniversary KickOff will include remarks by local dignitaries and honored guests, the unveiling of 50th Anniversary commemorative video, and light refreshments The event is free and open to the public.

The event was originally scheduled for Feb. 20 but a broken water pipe on the campus forced a cancellation of the event and subsequent reschedule to the March 8 date.

Located in the center of Illinois Community College District #523 on the farmland purchased from Ralph and Bertha Byro, Kishwaukee College began through a grassroots movement among local community members, with a strong backing from the area’s agriculture community.

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The original Board of Trustees was elected in spring 1967 and in the summer of 1967, the College’s first president was selected, Dr. W. Lamar Fly from Hillsboro, Texas.

Kishwaukee College opened its doors in September 1968 with an enrollment of 608 students.

The students had a selection of 62 courses from which to choose during that first semester, all of which were held in five temporary buildings with the Byro’s farmhouse used as administrative offices.

Today, the college has gone through six construction The David L. Rahn Junior phases, operates nearly a half High Theater Group will million square feet of facilities, present Bryan Starchman’s and annually enrolls nearly “The Pitch” on Thursday, 5,000 students.

March 1, Friday, March 2, and For more information on Saturday, March 3 at 7 p.m. at the history of the college and the Pinecrest Grove Theater.

“The Pitch” is about celebration events scheduled and enthusiastic, aspiring throughout 2018, visit www. screen writer who is pitching kish.edu/50th.

On Jan. 7 the Leaf River Soaring Eagles went bowling. Members participating were: Annie Timmer, Abigail Wehler, Hannah Noble, Jacob Noble, Dylan Lewis, Micah Wehler, Kaeden Motszko, Grant Johnson, Dylon Timmer, Kaden Lingbeck, Alex Williams, Lacie Williams, Lydia Sherburne, David Wehler, and Ashley Williams. Supplied by Lacie Williams 4- Club Reporter.

Junior high to present “The Pitch” March 1-3 her crazy ideas for shows and commercials to an unenthusiastic producer.

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The DLR Theater director is Ranae Leamanczyk.

or potential involvement of your choosing.

Many members of former generations have passed on and it is heartening to see more of the younger ones showing interest in building on the past efforts.

Your support will be appreciated.

A great 70th birthday party

is planned at the Lodge on March 24.

We will be treated to the music of Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers, and no doubt it will be a good time.

Thanks for your consideration.

Dave and Mary Jane Warkins Mt. Morris

Call David L. Rahn Junior High at 815–732-5300 to reserve a seat. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for senior citizens, and $3 for students.

Public Voice Strohs will vote for Linda Beck Dear Editor, We noticed Mr. [Patrick] Wiesner’s campaign ad for county treasurer. His list of accomplishments is very impressive.

However, a list of degrees is not necessary for the job. It’s obvious others have done a fine job of keeping the courthouse office running without them.

We don’t see that he has ever worked at the courthouse in any capacity while his opponent Mrs. [Linda] Beck has been with the treasurer’s office for years and is presently deputy treasurer.

Since we prefer to vote for someone with experience and doesn’t need to be “trained,” we will be voting for Linda Beck.

She deserves the office.

Sincerely, Patricia Stroh Glenn Stroh Oregon

Rotary Keeping Kids Warm 2017 Dear Editor, The Oregon Rotary Club continued its Keeping Kids Warm program this year for

the eighth year to help provide coats and boots for children in the Oregon School District and community.

This year we were able to provide 111 pair of boots and 61 coats.

The funds for this project come from the club’s annual Mark Twain Day held the first Saturday after Labor Day each year at Maxson’s Riverboat and Restaurant.

Thank you to the sponsors and community members who donated to and attended this event.

Thank you also to the Oregon Park District for providing a collection site at Nash Recreation Center for additional gently used winter clothing for children.

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Corcoran wants group to form to protect students Dear Editor, I’m looking for a parent group to get together in order to protect our kids at school.

We need to gather ideas to implement a plan to ensure their safety.

If you are interested in

participating, please call me at 815-440-2041.

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Moose Lodge has served area for 70 years Dear Editor, Sharing thoughts regarding Mt. Morris Moose Lodge 1551.

For seven decades the Moose has been serving people in Mt. Morris and area in more ways than space allows to list – and of course the great work done for children living at Mooseheart.

For 30 plus years, as members we have enjoyed various levels of service and social participation.

We have witnessed the efforts of so many people sharing their time and labor to help the lodge function through successful as well as challenging times.

Recently we have been most impressed with the extensive work being done by the board, staff and volunteers, as they have diligently worked at eliminating all debt, continuing much needed redecorating, updating heating and air conditioning and numerous

other improvements through fund raising, etc.

Along with all of that, the food being served these days is especially good!

We would like to encourage current less active members to revisit, as well as invite nonmembers to check out interest in membership, whether it be only for financial support and/

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A ribbon cutting was held on February 1, 2018 at Cork & Tap, Oregon, IL to welcome them as a new business/new member of the Oregon Chamber of Commerce.

Hazel’s, a coffee shop, restaurant, internet cafe, is owned and operated by Candace Rivera. They can be reached at 815-732-7017. They are open Tuesday through Friday 7am - 8pm, Saturday 9am - 8pm and Sunday 11am - 5pm.

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Polo-Forreston Beat

Congressman Kinzinger comes to Polo farm

By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com A local farmer got a chance to voice his concerns on the upcoming farm bill early this week when an Illinois congressman toured his farm during a visit to the district.

Adam Kinzinger, Congressman for Illinois District 16, spent a few days visiting local agencies, schools, and work facilities within the district, and Feb. 22 included a stop at Poole Farms, 2618 S. Donaldson Rd., Polo, run by Keith Poole and his father, David.

What was on the agenda for the visit? A pigs-eye view of the Pooles’ pig farming operation, including safety procedures and animal care.

Pooles also raise corn, soybeans, and wheat.

Keith, who is also president of the Ogle County Farm Bureau, got a chance to talk to Kinzinger about the priorities he feels are most important for local farms in Congress’ upcoming draft of the 2018 Farm Bill.

“Congressman Kinzinger has been a big supporter of agriculture, and for him to be a big supporter, it’s really nice to do what we can to make sure he understands what we’re doing out here,” said Poole.

“The better we can equip him to understand the needs and concerns of agriculture, the

easier it’ll be for him to make decisions on issues that affect us.”

From Poole’s perspective, the top priority involves keeping the risk pool where it is and crop insurance affordable, avoiding caps, cuts in risk premium support, and means testing.

Poole cited an Illinois Farm Bureau analysis that showed Illinois corn and soybean policy holders paid $1.13 out of pocket for every $1 received in crop insurance indemnities, between 2014 and 2016.

Poole also seeks support for a “Three-in-one Conservation Assistance Loan,” a modified non-recourse marketing assistance loan based on a percentage of a floating fiveyear average commodity price, allowing farmers to borrow funds covering expenses and planting cover crops.

Newer farmers would be eligible for loans at a slightly higher loan rate, expressed as price per bushel, and producers agreeing to plant cover crops would qualify for an additional 20 cents per bushel.

In order to qualify for the loan, farmers would need to agree to abide by erodible land and wetland protections in the Food Security Act of 1985, and agree to use reduced tilling methods and nutrient management practices for acres associated with commodities covered by the loan.

Other priorities include

Polo Police Activity Polo Police Chief Kurt Cavanaugh released the following information on Feb. 26.

Feb. 18 Kaleb D. Sheffield, 20, Polo, was arrested at 6:32 p.m. for an outstanding Carroll County warrant. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Feb. 21 Garrett M. VanDrew. 19, Polo, was cited at 7:58 p.m. for speeding 54 mph in a 30 mph speed zone. He was released on an I-bond.

Feb. 22

Andrew J. Swift, 31, Polo, was arrested at 11:48 p.m. for an outstanding Ogle County warrant. He was transported to the Ogle County jail.

General Calls for Service for the weeks of Feb. 12 through Feb. 25: Citizen Complaints/ Assist...............................20 Juvenile............................3 Animal Complaint...........4 Disturbance/Domestic..... 3 Fire/Medical Assist..........12 Alarm/Open Door............ 3 Lock Out..........................3 911 Hang Up...................2 Traffic Stops....................20 County Assists................. 3

Forreston Activities School Activities for March 5-10

4 p.m.

Friday - HSBB State Finals

Monday Varsity Scholastic Bowl Regionals Tuesday - HSBB SuperSectionals; JHGB Rt. 72 Tournament for 7th Grade at AFC; JH Wrestling Rt. 72 Tournament at Meridian JH,

Saturday - HSBB State Finals; Varsity Scholastic Bowl Sectionals; FFA Alumni Toy Show & Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; FFA State Food & Vet Science CDEs at West Carroll, 10 a.m.

Polo Activities School Acitivites for March 5-10 Monday – HS Academic Regional Meet at Newman, 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday – 7&8th Grade Girls Rt. 72 Basketball

Tourney at AFC, 4 p.m.; Rt. 72 Wrestling Tourney at Meridian, 4 p.m.

Friday – End of 3rd Quarter; HS Spring Play, 7 p.m.

Saturday – HS Spring Play, 7 p.m.

Inside his machine shed at Poole Farms, Keith Poole addresses Congressman Adam Kinzinger and Adam Nielsen, Director of National Legislation and Policy Development for the Illinois Farm Bureau. Poole gave a tour of the facility and talked about items he would like to see appear int he upcoming 2018 Farm Bill. Photo supplied

supporting a one-time sign-up for the commodity program, automatically renewed each year if there are no changes to the farming operation, annual updates of county soil rental rates, and improvements to the Agriculture Risk Coverage County Coverage program.

Poole also expressed the importance of the North American Free Trade Agreement for his operation.

“A market pig at this point is priced at about $150, and

NAFTA adds $18 onto that pig,” said Poole. “Usually, the profit margin is in the $5 to $7 range, so if we lose $18, we’re no longer turning a profit.”

According to a story on the Illinois Farm Bureau website, in response to NAFTA renegotiations, Kinzinger said: “It’s fine to renegotiate terms of NAFTA because the Internet didn’t exist, for instance, when NAFTA was negotiated. But it’s way better to negotiate within NAFTA

than outside of NAFTA. For agriculture, it’s extremely important. I’ve personally delivered that message to the President, and he seems to be kind of coming around to that realization. We have a really booming economy right now.

We don’t need to do anything to stop that.”

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, more than 20 percent of all U.S. agriculture production is exported, and

exports are projected to account for a third of farming income for 2017.

After the visit, Poole said he appreciated having the congressman come down to work personally with the farmers he represents.

“I really enjoyed the opportunity to work with him, and speak with him, and I’m hoping we can continue that relationship, and continue to build on what we discussed,” he said.

Polo Chamber and Lions hold flower sales The Polo Chamber of Commerce and the Polo Lions Club are once again teaming up for the Spring Flower Sales.

Prices for flowers this year will be $20 for a dozen roses

and $10 for a dozen carnations.

Orders must be placed by Friday, March 2 at 4 p.m. with payment due at the time of the order.

Delivery of flowers will be Saturday, March 17.

To purchase flowers contact any member of the Polo Lions Club or call the Polo Chamber of Commerce at 815-946-

3131.

Proceeds from the flower sales will benefit community projects such as the Polo Library Shelter and Summer Movies in the Park.

Tax assistance offered at Polo Senior Center AARP tax-aid counselors will be at the Polo Senior Center on Friday, March 9, Friday, March 16, and Friday, March 23.

This service is free of charge.

Appointments will start at 12 p.m., and the last appointment will be at 3 p.m.

Three tax counselors will be available to offer assistance.

To make a required appointment call the senior center at 815-946-3818. No walk-ins will be taken.

Be sure to bring all required documents to the appointment.

Taxpayers are reminded to bring a copy of last year’s

returns; at least one picture ID for themselves and each dependent (such as a driver’s license or passport); Social Security cards for the entire household; income statements; and other official documentation for household members that apply to the year 2017.

These representatives will not be able to complete a return for anyone who has a business, farm, partnership or rental property, or needs to file a return from another state, but will file a return if income includes winnings from gambling in another state.

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SPORTS

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Thursday, March 1, 2018

Marcos fall to red-hot Newman at Regional 70-47

By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Sterling Newman waited until overtime against Eastland on Feb. 21 to start playing its best basketball of the post season.

In a 70-47 regional championship win over Polo on two days later, the Comets kept that level of play up from start to finish.

“I thought we were tight the other night,” Newman coach Ray Sharp said. “We were loose tonight and didn’t have many lapses. With our inside presence, it’s tough on them.”

With four different players scoring to start the game, Newman took a 16-4 lead and used that versatility to stem any tides Polo would have the rest of the evening “Every time we made a run, they responded,” Polo coach Matt Messer said.”They are very well put together. When they are hitting, it makes for a tough match up.”

With his only legitimate post player, 6-foot-4 Justin Young out with an injury, Messer was faced with a dilemma of defending Travis Williams (6’) and Devon House (6’7”) on the inside. The strategy was to have Reid Taylor double down on the big men and leave a gap beyond the arc.

“It was pick your poison,” Messer said.

Senior floor leader Cade Gorzny, who struggled a bit with his shooting touch against Eastland, nailed his first three 3s, leading the Comets to a 27-14 advantage. Then it was fellow guard Gehrig Koerner taking over.

With the open looks Polo was giving him, Koerner made them pay with four of the next five baskets by Newman, all 3-pointers.

“When they’re doubling the post like that, it’s a green light for the guards to shoot,” Koerner said. “All around, it was a great team effort.”

It was Taylor and his 10 firsthalf points pulling the Marcos with 27-24 midway through the second quarter.

That came shortly after Newman missed six shots on one possession, but snared an offensive rebound each time.

“I was very happy with the job with did on the offensive boards,” said Sharp, laughing about the six missed shots.

“That possession was an example of that. We really went at it hard.”

In some cases, the Comets went after it too hard. Twice in the first quarter, Polo players took charges. Any fouls called by the officials were usually hotly contested by both fan bases.

The most vivid example was Braiden Soltow drawing an offensive foul and hearing catcalls from Comet fans accusing him of flopping.

Shortly afterwards, a bloodied mouth from the foul became visible, quieting the crowd a bit.

With every point at a premium, emotions were on edge at the packed Polo gymnasium. For most of the second quarter, poor shooting (2-for-16 the final six minutes)

by Newman gave the Marcos chances.

“Whenever we got close, we could never get over that hump,” Messer said. “I don’t think we were intimidated or let Newman affect how we played.”

More than anything, Sharp thought defense was the difference in the final outcome.

“They were struggling to find a way to get kids open,”

Sharp said. “The key was keeping them in front and making sure they couldn’t drive. We slowed them down in transition.”

Just like they did to start the game, it was scores by four different players stretching Newman’s halftime lead from 33-26 to 43-29. Additionally, Polo was hampered by 3-point specialist Trevin Woodin going scoreless until later in the third quarter.

“We know he shoots about eight 3-pointers a game and did not want him to get open.

We were very conscious of where he was at all times,” Sharp said.

Polo also left a lot of points at the free-throw line, only shooting 6-for-13. However, the Marcos had a better fieldgoal percentage (42 to 38 percent) going into the fourth quarter, but still trailed by four points.

With all its offensive rebounds, Newman had 50 shots compared only 33 for Polo at that point.

With Brady Webb hitting a 40-foot buzzer beater to keep Polo within 51-39 going into the fourth quarter, the Marcos still had a chance. Woodin followed up with a 3-pointer to start the quarter.

That’s when the Comets’ inside game absolutely destroyed any hopes Polo and its huge home crowd had of making a game of it.

“We knew coming in, we’d have an advantage down low,” Williams said. “We got our jitters out of the way on Wednesday. We came out and played with intensity.”

First it was House and then Williams, then House again and Williams scoring at will in the fourth quarter. A 9-point lead quickly ballooned to 6442, as Polo missed 10 straight shots and Newman made eight of 10 attempts.

All that was left was for Messer to give seniors Taylor, Woodin and Dakota Meyer a trip to the bench and a standing ovation from the Marco fans.

“I’m going to miss this team and the way they played,” said Messer, who had his sixth straight 20-win season. “It was special. The most disappointing thing tonight was I don’t think the final score was indicative of how close the game was.”

Taylor led all scorers with 18 points. Webb, who had some success driving to the basket, added 13 points.

It was balanced scoring for the Comets with House (17 points), Williams (16), Gorzny (13) and Koerner (12).

“We did a nice job with shot selection,” Sharp said.

Above, Polo coach Matt Messer gives Brady Webb a hug as he subs out of the regional championship game against Sterling Newman on Feb. 23. The Marcos lost 70-47. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Above, left: Polo’s student section reacts to a call during second half action of the regional championship game against Sterling Newman on Feb. 23. Below, left: Reid Taylor drives the lane for a bucket during second half action. Photos by Earleen Hinton. Above, right: Braiden Soltow (10) stretches for a rebound in the beginning of the first quarter. Below, right: Polo’s Brady Webb (4) shoots a layup between Newman’s Ethan Behrens (left) and Connor McBride (20) for a layup in the middle of the first quarter. Photos by Zach Arbogast

Forreston’s Braeden Fyock advances in Three Point Showdown

By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com For the second year in a row, Braeden Fyock of Forreston will be competing in the sectional three-point competition.

Last year, Fyock advanced all the way to the state tournament, where he finished eighth.

At the Polo 1A regional, Fyock had the top score with 11 of 15 shots made. The top four shooters at Polo move on to the sectional at Lanark.

“The last few days, I’ve done some practice rounds,” said Fyock, explaining his preparation for the event. “The most I’ve made in a row is

14.”

He was joined in the competition by teammates Brandon Schneiderman (6 made), Hunter Rogers (6) and Andrew Bratina (3). To make the sectional, at least nine 3-point baskets were needed, as three other competitors also moved on.

As a junior, Fyock is looking forward to next year.

“We have quite a few juniors coming back,” Fyock said. “This year was overall successful.

We got closer as a team.”

For Polo, Ethan Phillips fell one shot short of forcing a shoot-off, making eight 3-pointers.

Tucker Mumford and Casey Thacker had six Forreston’s Braedon Fyock shoots as Prophetstown’s and Tyler Maginnes two 3-pointers.

Brayton Levine defends during action at the Polo Regional.

Photo by Earleen Hinton

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Polo Cub Scouts compete in Pinewood Derby

By Mark Zeigler

pits first, and the top two spots (first and second) were: Knox The Cub Scouts from Polo Chesnut and Isaac McFalls.

Pack 337 competed Jan. 27 in Next was the Tigers Den, the annual Pinewood Derby laying a patch of rubber, at the Crossroads Community with first to third finishes Church. as follows: Jonny Rowland, Six dens competed in some Spencer Nelson, and Kaden close and friendly competition Mon. while parents, grandparents, The Wolf Den was next to and siblings watched hit the track and first to third attentively. finishes were: Reid Scott, The test and tune of the cars Landon Graden, and Maddox went from 9 to 11 a.m. and Karrow. racing began promptly at 1 The Bears Den fired up p.m. their cars next and finished Members of the Polo Lions first to third as follows: Henry Club were also in attendance, Donaldson, Robbie Harazin, John Deuth and Jim Adams, and Austin Gebel. and they were in charge of The Webelos Den performed overseeing the racing and their hole shots next and judging the derby car design finished first to third as competition. follows: Joey Rowland, Noah Yancy Webster was the Yingling, and Carson Coffman. official who certified the cars Finally, the Arrow of Light for racing.

Den raced down the track The Lions also made a and finished first to third as generous donation of $300 follows: Gage Zeigler, Sylas to the pack to support their Weigman, and Wyatt Angier. scouting activities.

The top finishers from each Trophies were given to the den then competed in the top three finishers in each den. Fastest of the Pack race.

The Lion Den tore out of the The winner was determined

with the fastest average time after four heats.

After the tire smoke cleared, Gage Zeigler won with an average time of 2:5720 seconds at 151.6 mph.

Joey Rowland was second at 2:5940 seconds at 150.3 mph.

Knox Chesnut was a third at 2.6120 seconds at 149.3 mph.

The best car designs were also judged by the Polo Lions Club.

The winners from each den were as follows: Spencer Nelson (Lions), Knox Chesnut (Tigers), Kamden Scheaffer (Wolves), Cooper Dawson (Bears), Noah Yingling (Webelos) and Gage Zeigler (Arrow of Light).

Medals were given in four other categories and the winners were: Most Patriotic – Blake Wooden, Scoutiest – Kamden Scheaffer, Polo Pride Jonny Rowland, Spencer Nelson, and Kaden Mon scooped up first, second, and third place – Cole Chesnut, and Best of for the Tiger Den of Polo Cub Scout Pack 337. Photo by Mark Zeigler Show – Noah Yingling.

The top two finishers in each den will move on to compete in the Blackhawk Area Council Pinewood Derby held on April 15 at Pecatonica High School.

Left, the Polo Pack 337 Lions were the first den to tear up the track. Knox Chesnut claimed first place, while Isaac McFalls took second. At right above: the Pack 337 Arrow of Light Den stands together, along with the Pinewood Derby winners. Gage Zeigler, Sylas Weigman, and Wyatt Angier took first, second, and third place respectively. At right below: Henry Donaldson, Robbie Harazin, and Austin Gebel took home the first, second, and third place trophies at the Pinewood Derby for Polo’s Bear Den, Cub Scout Pack 337. Photos

by Mark Zeigler

Above left: Gage Zeigler, Polo Cub Scouts Pack 337 Arrow of Light Den, wins “Fastest of the Pack,” along with first place in his den at the Pinewood Derby. Middle: Polo Pack 337 Webelos celebrate with winners Joey Rowland, Noah Yingling, and Carson Coffman, first to third respectively. Right: the Polo Pack 337 Wolves Den gather around the trophy table. Reid Scott, Landon Graden, and Maddox Karrow took home first through third place. Photos by Mark Zeigler

Marcos were entertaining to watch

By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com After covering Polo boys basketball for the past six years, which coincidentally jibes with 20-win seasons each time, I was reflecting on how much enjoyment it’s given me.

The Marcos are entertaining to watch and there has been a pipeline of talented players in that time span. For a small school, it is hard to maintain that continuity.

With a 25-7 record, this year’s team had the best record of the bunch and may have been my favorite to watch.

When they had the offense rolling, there was a Harlem Globetrotters feel to it. There were a pair of seniors that were a threat to score from anywhere on the court and three very talented juniors.

And depth with 3-4 solid back ups. That’s something else Polo has had on its multiyear run - plenty of help from

the bench.

For a 1A school, that is also a rare quality.

Will the 2018/19 Marcos be even better? That’s a tough question.

Losing workmanlike Reid Taylor and his overall court presence will be difficult to replace. If I had to pick a team MVP, he’d be my choice.

Three-Sport Athletes One theory I have on highschool basketball is that three-sport athletes are better competitors than specialized basketball players. Reid is an athlete before he is a basketball player.

At various schools over the decades, I’ve witnessed mental toughness and leadership trumping basketball skills.

Give me those guys over the kid that has honed his craft playing AAU ball, but lacks a competitive hunger on the court.

Another concern is how much better will the juniors get? We all know kids that peak before the senior season, so it’s imperative we don’t make rash predictions either way.

It’s too easy to look at who’s coming back and say, “Our

guys are polished and have so much varsity experience and success. Polo will win the conference and go downstate”.

Don’t get me wrong. Polo, along with Lena-Winslow, are the area teams to beat next year. Lane Hopkins and Draven Wells played very well of the bench and will greatly aid Justin Young inside.

The gifted backcourt of Braiden Soltow and Brady Webb should be as good as anyone, regardless of class.

There are some NIC-10 teams that would love to have those two.

What about external forces, such as Sterling Newman, remaining in 1A? Polo does not match up with them very well and with big man Devon House returning, the Comets could be a post-season roadblock.

Multiplier Explained In a complicated formula, non-boundaried schools, have a 1.65 multiplier put on them, unless they do not reach specific criteria in the post season.

For example, if you win a state trophy or make the Final Four at state, you are multiplied. Or, if you earn four

points (e.g. one for winning a regional, two for winning a sectional) within a 4-year span, you are multiplied.

The reason Newman (231 enrollment) was in 1A, was they only had three points (sectional win 2014, regional 2016). That qualified them for a waiver.

Even if they win the sectional this year, they will be in 1A again because the 2014 sectional is outside the rolling 4-year time span and no longer counts.

For the second year in a row, kudos to an Oregon basketball player from Newman. Last year, it was Eli Leffelman, who was almost identical to Reid Taylor in how he played. This year, Cade Gorzny is the one leading the Comets.

There’s occasional ill will for kids attending private schools outside of their home district, but I applaud them for seeking out a faith-based education and athletic opportunities.

From an observational viewpoint, I find Newman to be a first-class operation and have met some wonderful people over the years.

But, as nice as those people are, I was rooting big time on

Friday for Polo to get the win.

Jam-packed Week It was a jam-packed week of covering regional games at Rockford Christian one night and Polo three nights.

One slight difficulty is Sauk Valley Media recently changing its deadline for stories to be completed to 9:30 pm.

Special thanks to Polo custodian Josh Gorzny for allowing me to stay in the gym and finish up my work. He even helped me with a couple basketball-related questions I needed help with That was above and beyond and it was appreciated. And, also the delicious food made by Betty Miller in the hospitality room was another nice touch from the hosts from Polo.

Curious, I asked AD Ted Alston how the finances work for a regional.

The IHSA gives the host $2,000 to put the event on. The IHSA also pays for the cost of officials.

The gate is then split, 80 percent going to the IHSA and 20 percent to Polo. By the way, the IHSA sets ticket prices for all post-season sporting events.

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Along with 50/50s each night, concessions and good crowds, Polo had to earn decent cash as regional host.

Finally, I would be remiss not to congratulate the Polo Marco boosters for their support over the years. One thing that Matt Messer told me after Friday’s game is the gratitude he has for the fans.

Even when Polo doesn’t have top flight teams, he said the fans still are there for the team.

Maybe next year, they will be rewarded with a muchcoveted regional win.

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Egg hunt in the pool March 2 at Nash The Oregon Park District will offer an egg hunt in the swimming pool at the Nash Recreation Center in Oregon on March 2.

There will have two different release times and open swim will start after both hunts.

Non-swimmers can wear a lifejacket, but must be accompanied in the water by a person over 13.

The non-swimmers hunt will start promptly at 6:45 p.m.

Independent swimmers must be at least 5 years old and able to swim independently without a lifejacket.

No adults are permitted in this hunt.

The independent swimmer’s

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Stillman Bank to host Easter coloring contest Stillman Bank will host a 2018 Easter Coloring Contest open to children up to 10 years old.

The contest will begin March 9 and run through March 22.

Each of the bank’s six locations will select a grand prize winner in two age categories: ages 5 and under and ages 6 through 10.

Winners will receive an

Easter basket filled with goodies.

Entries for this year’s contest can be picked up at one of the bank’s six locations or printed off from their website, stillmanbank.com.

For more information about Stillman Bank’s Easter Coloring Contest call 815645-2266 or visit www. stillmanbank.com.

Preserve’s winter lectures continue March 4 and 11 The Oregon Park District will host an egg hunt in the pool at Nash Recreation Center on March 2. Photo supplied

hunt will start promptly at 7 p.m. For the safety of the swimmers, bags will not be permitted.

Baskets or buckets must be

left on the side of the pool.

Due to space this event will be limited to the first 200 kids.

This event is free to members and just a daily fee

for everyone else!

Residents rates: $2 for students and $3 for adults.

Non-Resident Rates: $3 for students and $4 for adults.

First Fridays Open Stage Music Show is March 2 With the First Fridays Open Stage Music Show firmly established in its new home at the Mt. Morris Moose Club, the March 2 show promises to be an entertaining evening.

Musicians will draw for time slots at 6:30 p.m., performances will begin at 7, and continue until all musicians, even late arrivals, have had their turn on stage.

Larry Ubben, Mt. Morris, is a frequent performer A jam session will follow until it is at First Fridays. Photo supplied time for the traditional closing with

“Will the Circle Be Unbroken.”

The musical styles vary widely including country, bluegrass, folk, blues, light rock, and eclectic blending of multiple genres.

The musicians will be supported by a professional sound system engineered

by Kent Enders.

Music fans are encouraged to arrive hungry and thirsty as the Mt. Morris Moose Club offers a food and beverage service.

The Byron Forest Preserve District’s 2018 Winter Lecture Series will continue on Sunday, March 4 starting at 2 p.m. at the Jarrett Prairie Center in Byron.

Stephen T. Mather: Saving America’s Scenic Wonders will be the topic.

Chicago actor R. J. Lindsey will portray Stephen T. Mather, founding director of the National Park Service and tell his dramatic story of saving the parks from congressional neglect, ruthless loggers and greedy developers.

During Mather’s tenure, the national park system nearly doubled in size and more Americans visited them than ever before. This entertaining program will feature stunning photographs of our park lands and the wildlife that have been saved over the past 100+ years.

The lecture is free and no advance registration is required.

Conducting a Woodland Prescribed Burn: Using Fire to Save Our Native Oak Ecosystems will be the topic on March 11.

Russell Brunner, Superintendent of Land Management at the Byron Forest Preserve District and President of the Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County will talk about the importance of using fire to protect our native woodlands.

Controlled burns are just as important in our region’s oak ecosystems as they are to our prairies. He will discuss why this is and how to safely go about conducting this vital management tool.

Call 815 234-8535 extension 200 for more details.

The 2018 Winter Lecture Series is co-sponsored by Exelon and the Byron Forest Preserve District.

warranty deed to Brayden Michael Wierzycki, 404 N. Walnut Ave., Forreston, $82,500.

Benjamin W. Meyer, quit claim to Melinda K. Meyer, 5890 S. Centerview Drive, Flagg Township.

Brit S. Dyer, warranty deed to Hub City Properties LLC, 949 N. Woolf Court, Rochelle, $74,900.

Bradley A. Dyer, quit claim to Hub City Properties LLC, 211-213 Powers Rd., Rochelle.

Secretary of Housing & Development, warranty deed

to Ricky L. Davis, 604 S. Fifth St., Oregon, $39,000.

Three Hammer Construction, Inc., warranty deed to Old River Hills LLC, 241 Countryside Drive, Stillman Valley.

Guiseppe Alfano, warranty deed to Antonino Alfano, Peter Alfano and Maria Cristina Alfano, 101 S. Fourth St., Oregon, $27,500.

Three Hammer Construction, Inc., warranty deed to Old River Hills LLC, 523 Countryside Drive, Stillman Valley.

was arrested on two outstanding Ogle County warrants for a petition to revoke and failure to appear. His bonds were set at $1,500 (10%) and ($3,457 (full cash). pending a Feb. 26 court appearance.

Feb. 26 Roberto Godina, 43, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear.

Godina’s bond was set at $1,076.67 pending a Feb. 27 court appearance.

Brian E. McCaslin, 54, Durand, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for a probation violation and failure to appear.

McCaslin’s bond was set at $5,000 (10%) and $628 pending a Feb. 27 court appearance.

Kyle Newman, 38, Durand, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Newman posted $366 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on March 16.

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

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

Feb. 16 Philip J. Smith, warranty deed to Kacey L. McAnarney and Linda M. McAnarney, 500 West St., Monroe Center,

$115,000.

Feb. 20 Patricia Cagle, warranty deed to Ramos Properties LLC, 1118 Seventh Ave., Rochelle, $86,000.

Gene R. Kempson, warranty deed to Michael Bariether and Sue Ellen Bariether, 1094 N. Third St., Rochelle, $170,500.

Eagle Ocean Properties LLC, warranty deed to City of Oregon, 418 W. Washington St., Oregon.

Jan D. Hueber and Debra Hueber, warranty deed to Kurt

Winger and Andrea Winger, 109 N. Prairie St., Creston, $124,000.

Feb. 21 Ruth Wilder, quit claim to Dennis Massolle and Toni R. Massolle, 206 N. Daysville Rd., Oregon-Nashua Township.

Nordic Investment Corp, Inc., warranty deed to David Mincemoyer and Jodi Mincemoyer, 543 Countryside Drive, Stillman Valley, $14,000.

Gregory A. Getzelman, warranty deed to Karl A.

Guilfoyle and Katelyn N. Guilfoyle, 713 N. Kingsway Lane, Byron, $200,000.

Nordic Investment Corp, Inc., warranty deed to Eric Christianson, 640 Countryside Drive, Stillman Valley, $14,500.

Glen W. Collaer and Lois A. Collaer, warranty deed to Keith W. Mullen, 281 W. Cartwright Lane, Rockvale Township, $127,500.

Feb. 22 Thomas S. Southerland and Crystal L. Southerland,

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

Feb. 20 Ramon Woodson, 24, Belvidere, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear.

His full cash bond was set at $414 pending a Feb. 21 court appearance.

Feb. 21 Daniel Stickler, 21, Byron, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for a traffic signal violation.

Stickler posted $2,000/ (10% bond and was released from the Ogle County Jail. Stickler is scheduled to return to court on March 9.

$5,000 (10%) pending a Feb. 22 court appearance.

Feb. 22 At approximately 3:57 a.m., deputies initiated a traffic stop in the 2000 block of West Illinois 72. After further investigation, Dylan Joens, 23, Forreston, was arrested for driving while license suspended. Joens was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Nicholeia Gilmore, 42, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear.

Gilmore’s bond was set at $747 pending a Feb. 23 court appearance.

Andrew Swift, 32, Polo,

Brandon Sgro, 24, Senca, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Sgro posted $525 as bond and was released from the Ogle County Jail and does not have to appear in court.

was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Swift’s bond was set at $2,000 (10%) pending a Feb. 23 court appearance.

At approximately 9:48 p.m., deputies initiated a traffic stop near the intersection of Illinois 72 and Cherry Road.

After further investigation, Keri Minor, 42, Forreston, was arrested for driving while license suspended. Minor was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond.

Feb. 23 Charles E. Ellis, 26, Franklin Grove, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear.

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Johnson’s bond was set at $2,315.81 pending a Feb. 22 court appearance.

Trisha Dempewolf, 31, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear.

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Ellis posted $300 as bond and was released with no further court date needed.

Reginald T. Turner, 44, DeKalb, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear with a full cash bond of $2,827. Turner was released on a recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on March 26.

Paul Rodriguez, 27, Berwyn, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while license revoked.

His bond was set at $5,000 (10%) pending a court appearance.

Feb. 24 Daniel Roman, 35, Rochelle,

Feb. 25 At approximately 3:51 p.m., deputies performed a traffic stop just into Whiteside County on Pilgrim Road. After an investigation, Willard Bryant, 56, Dunlap, was arrested for driving while license suspended and no valid driver’s license. Bryant was also issued a citation for operating an uninsured vehicle. Bryant was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

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

Feb. 12 John G. Wells, Jr., 23, Rockford, was issued a citation at 4:28 p.m. for speeding, 51 mph in a 30 mph zone.

This violation occurred in the 600 block of North Fourth Street.

Feb. 15 At 7:55 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash that occurred in the parking lot of the McDonald’s restaurant located at 211 S. Fourth Street, involving a 2009 Saturn driven by Kathy L. Lenz, 42, Mt. Morris, and a 2016 Honda driven by Tina L. Ketter, 44, Oregon.

No citations were issued.

While investigating this traffic crash, Oregon Police confirmed that Kathy L. Lenz had an outstanding Ogle County warrant, and she

was subsequently transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Feb. 16 Jacob C. Turner, 38, Oregon, was issued a civil citation at 5:15 p.m. for the possession of drug paraphernalia.

Feb. 17 Jacob C. Turner, 38, Oregon, was arrested at 3:30 p.m. for domestic battery that occurred in the early morning hours of Feb. 16. Turner was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Brooke N. Stuart, 27, of Morriso, was issued a citation at 4:42 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 100 block of North Fourth Street.

Rebecca J. Shupert, 16, Franklin Grove, was issued a citation at 9:26 p.m. for improper lane usage. This violation occurred in the 400 block of South Fourth Street.

Feb. 18 Abdullah A. Alotaibi, 40, Aurora, was issued a citation at 12:23 a.m. for speeding, 60 mph in a 40 mph zone.

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This violation occurred in the 200 block of East Washington Street.

Former Rochelle man gets 30 years for sexual assault

Samuel D. Ryner, 19, New Windsor, was issued a citation at 4:45 p.m. for unlawful use A former Rochelle man was of a cell phone while driving. sentenced last week to 30 years This violation occurred in the in state prison for sexually 400 block of Jefferson Street. assaulting a child younger than 13 years old.

One parking ticket and nine Benjamin W. Meyer, 38, verbal/written warnings were of Belvidere, pleaded guilty issued Feb. 12-18. to three counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a Please note: Any arrests child. listed are merely accusations Ogle County Judge John B. and the defendant is presumed Roe sentenced him Feb. 22 to a innocent unless proven guilty total of 30 years in the Illinois in a court of law.

Department of Corrections.

According to a press release General calls for service from State’s Attorney Eric through dispatch Feb. 12-18 Morrow, state statute requires that Meyer serves 85 percent of Checking a Subject/ this sentence in custody, due to Vehicle................................6 the nature of the charges.

Citizen Complaints.............3 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem...............................1 Disturbance / Domestic.......1 Assist EMS / Ogle County State’s Attorney Other Department...............8 Eric D. Morrow reports the Lockout Vehicle/Building...5 following court activity.

911 Hang-up / Feb. 20 Open Line...........................2 Rick Khanjian, 55, Mt. Traffic Stops.....................10

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After his release from the IDOC he will be subject to a term of mandatory supervised release, formerly called parole, of from three years to natural life.

Meyer was originally arrested for these offenses on Sept. 6, 2017 and released on bond after posting 10 percent of a $200,000 bond.

He was then returned to jail on Dec. 6, 2017 after Morrow filed a motion to increase his bond. The motion alleged that Meyer violated the bond conditions.

“I am pleased with this sentence which is the result of a brave victim and the

effort and dedication of a multidisciplinary team through Shining Star Children’s Advocacy Center consisting of members from Shining Star, the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office and the Ogle County State’s Attorney’s Office,” Morrow said in the press release.

Morris, pleaded guilty to driving while license revoked.

Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to one year and six months in the Illinois Department of Corrections with one year mandatory supervised release and ordered him to pay total fines and costs of $631.

Feb. 21 Jacob Turner, 38, Oregon, domestic battery, preliminary hearing March 7.

Feb. 23 Cassandra Ferris, 30, Oregon, retail theft, failed to appear, bond forfeiture hearing April 27.

office.

He continued this role in Mobile, Alabama, in 1980, and Jacksonville, Florida, in 1984.

There he did sales analyzing, pricing, and auditing.

He had 33 years with the company retiring in 1999.

After retirement, he worked part time for the Pearson Company and administered certification testing for them.

He always said it was the only job where he could really catch up on all his reading while at work. He loved the people there that he worked with.

Jim was an avid Cubs and Bears fan and was part of the world-wide celebration when the Cubs finally won the pennant.

Through his youth and into his adult life he loved golf and softball.

He was the only Lewison who could successfully handle a paper route through his

youth, delivering more than 100 papers a day in the early mornings.

Survivors include his wife, Linda; sons, Wesley (Kim), Delaware, and Zachary (Tobey), Guam; brothers, Allen (Bonnie), Gary (Nancy), Chip (Debbie), and Scott (Janice); grandchildren, Jimmers, Zooey, and Jules. He is also survived by nieces, Kelly, Lani, Stacey, Kari, Jolee, and Karli; and nephews, Mark, Ryan, Joe, and Blake.

He was predeceased by his parents.

Services will be on Friday, March 2 at Jacksonville National Cemetery, Jacksonville, Florida. He will be buried with full military honors.

We wish to thank the many, many friends who called Jim during the last several weeks while in the hospital.

He was deeply moved by your support, your love, and taking the time to reach out to him.

These few words do not begin to convey the remarkable person Jim was and the positive influence he had on so many people throughout his life.

He was also a loving husband, a very proud father and grandfather, loved and supported the military sacrifice to our country, and a great brother.

We are so thankful that you were part of our lives.

Benjamin W. Meyer

Obituaries Shirley A. Bradley Shirley A. Bradley, 82, of Dixon, and formerly of Oregon, died on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018 at the home of her daughter in Dixon.

She was born on Jan. 10, 1936 in Comstock Park, Michigan, the daughter of John and Karolina (Fueterer) Trampel.

She married Victor Bradley on Aug. 6, 1958 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Oregon.

He preceded her in death on July 29, 2013.

Shirley was a telephone operator for many years in Oregon.

She attended United First Church in Amboy.

Shirley was a caretaker of all and was affectionately known as the family “Angel” for her kind demeanor and many acts of selfless compassion.

She enjoyed creating special works of art and crafts for and with her children and grandchildren; from a wooden rocking horse to watercolors,

Nancy J. Hagemann Nancy J. Hagemann, 85, of Mt. Morris, died on Monday, Feb. 19, 2018 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris.

Nancy was born on Feb. 23, 1932 in Mt. Morris, the daughter of Ralph and Irene (Arnold) Lizer.

She graduated from Mt. Morris High School in the Class of 1950.

Nancy married Duane D. Hagemann on Feb. 3, 1951 in

to personalized dolls.

Hallmarks of Shirley’s life were her relationship with God, her devotion to her husband, and unconditional love for her family.

Shirley is survived by her children, Kelly Cardot, of Freeport, Julie (Mark) Glenn, of Dixon, David (Rebecca) Bradley, of Roy, Washington; 13 grandchildren; 21 greatgrandchildren; three brothers John (Arlene) Trampel, of Hurst, Texas, Robert Trampel, of Oregon, David (Jan) Trampel, of the Villages, Florida; two Mt. Morris. Duane preceded her in death on March 2, 2013.

Nancy worked for Kable Printing Company and the Mt. Morris Savings and Loan.

She loved to play bridge, shop, and in her earlier years, golf, crochet, and bowling.

Nancy spent many hours with her family and friends attending many functions.

Nancy is survived by several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Duane;

sisters, Gerda (Robert) Davis of Warren, Arkansas, and Rosa Donaldson, of Freeport; and many nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by one grandson, Ethan Bradley; one sister, Joy Long; and one brother, George Trampel.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 3 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the United First Church of Amboy.

The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m., the Rev. Mark Glenn officiating.

A luncheon will be served at the church following the funeral.

Burial will be at 2 p.m. at Lighthouse Cemetery in Oregon.

Arrangements were completed by the Mihm-Jones Funeral Home in Amboy.

Memorial contributions may be made to the United First Church of Amboy.

Condolences may be sent online at www.thejonesfh.com. and brother, Robert A. Lizer.

Funeral services were held on Feb. 24 at the Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren with Rev. Virginia Haney officiating. Burial was at Oakwood Cemetery, Mt. Morris.

Arrangements were completed by Finch Funeral Home, Mt. Morris.

Memorials may be made to the Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren and the Mt. Morris Senior Center.

James J. Lewison James Joseph (Jim) Lewison, 74, of Jacksonville, Florida, formerly of Oregon, went home to God on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018, surrounded by his loving wife, his sons, brothers, and many of his extended family members.

Jim was born on Aug. 15, 1943 to Stanley and Josephine (Keilen) Lewison in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

He grew up in Oregon and attended Oregon Schools.

After graduation in 1961 Jim enlisted in the United States Air Force.

He was very proud to be a military veteran and served with distinction during his service.

After his tour, he returned home to Oregon and in 1966 moved to Rockford, where he met Linda Warnock.

They were married on Aug. 3, 1966 in Lineville, Iowa.

Jim went to work in 1966 for IBM starting in the Rockford office.

He was trained in the Administrative Department and took on his first role as an auditor for the company.

He also was directly involved with all the contractors that built the new IBM office in Rockford at the time.

He was moved into administration and office management and continued this role until 1978 when he was asked to help the Cleveland

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FA Route 549 Section 116 RS-1 Ogle County Job No. R-92-001-72 Parcel No. 2XOG092

STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

PUBLIC AUCTION OF REAL PROPERTY The following parcel of land located at the Southwest corner of the intersection of County Highway 35 (Mt. Morris Road) and Il Route 72, North of Mt. Morris, Illinois, will be offered for sale at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 21, 2018. The property to be sold is 0.347 acres of vacant land.

PARCEL NUMBER 2XOG092 THE MINIMUM OPENING BID IS....................$1,500.00 A complete legal description will be furnished upon request.

Copies of the Bidder's Contract containing terms and provisions may be obtained from the office of Kevin Marchek, P.E. Region Two Engineer, District No. 2, 819 Depot Avenue, Dixon, Illinois 61021, or by calling (815) 284-5368, TDD Number (815) 284-1667 or FAX (815) 284-5925. The successful bidder must deposit with the State, a deposit in the amount of $500.00 at the conclusion of the sale. The deposit must be made payable to the TREASURER, STATE OF ILLINOIS, and must be in the form of a Cashier's Check, Bank Draft, Certified Check of Money Order. No personal checks will be accepted. The State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252) and the Regulation of the Department of Transportation 49CFR, Part 21, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that the acceptance of any bid pursuant to this advertisement will be without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin.

Sale notices are also available on the department?s Internet site located at: http://www.idot.illinois.gov/doing-business/sales/excess-propertysales/index, District 2.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION EMPLOYEES NOR FAMILY MEMBERS LIVING WITHIN THE SAME HOUSEHOLD MAY BID ON PROPERTY, EITHER REAL OR PERSONAL, OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT AT PUBLIC AUCTION. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RANDALL BLANKENHORN, SECRETARY KEVIN MARCHEK, P.E. REGION TWO ENGINEER March 1 & 8, 2018

THE COMPLAINT TO FORECLOSE A MORTGAGE IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM YOU MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS WINTRUST MORTGAGE, a division of Barrington Bank & Trust, N.A., Plaintiff, v.

EUGENE M. CHASE, JR.; VIRGINIA CHASE; UNKNOWN OWNERS; and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

18 CH 13 12443 N. Hoisington Rd., Byron, IL 61010 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to the following: UNKNOWN OWNERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS AND UNKNOWN TENANTS AND OCCUPANTS, Generally. Notice is hereby given to Defendants in the above-entitled suit that the above-named Plaintiff has filed its Complaint in said Court for Foreclosure pursuant to the mortgage foreclosure laws of the State of Illinois, of the lands and premises in the Complaint situated in Ogle Cook County, State of Illinois: PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE WEST HALF OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 1, AT A POINT WHICH IS 2228.33 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 12 MINUTES EAST 418.72 FEET TO A FENCE; THENCE SOUTH 1 DEGREE 30 MINUTES WEST ON AND ALONG SAID FENCE, 538.49 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 16 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE LINE OF A FENCE, 404.68 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH ON SAID WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION, 520.37 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE, TOWNSHIP OF BYRON AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS PIN: 04-01-100-002.

COMMON ADDRESS: 12443 N. Hoisington Rd., Byron, IL 61010.that summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that said suit is now pending. The said Complaint is for the foreclosure of the mortgage.

NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your appearance in the said suit in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Ogle County, Illinois, on or before the day of March 26, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Stephen G. Daday Klein, Daday, Aretos & O'Donoghue, LLC 2550 West Golf Road, Suite 250 Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 847-590-8700 Attorney No. 3127015 I3076910 February 22, March 1 & 8 2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP. PLAINTIFF, -vsBRANDIE L. ZELL; DEFENDANTS 17 CH 69 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on November 17, 2017; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on April 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff Office Administration Building, North Door, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 1011 South 3rd Street, Oregon, IL 61061 Permanent Index No.: 16-10-126-005 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

The judgment amount was $54,427.64. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I3071868 March 1, 8 & 15, 2018

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Kraig A. Starkweather; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 16 CH 00072 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 4/21/2017, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on March 23, 2018 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 SIXTEEN (16) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF CHILDERS ACRES NO. 3, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 28, IN TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE 3RD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 5, 1963 IN BOOK I OF PLATS, PAGE 19 AS DOCUMENT NO. 359865 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN SAID COUNTY; SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 24-28-103-001 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 11073 Lincoln Lane Rochelle, IL 61068 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 14-16-11616.

I3076189 February 15, 22 & March 1, 2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. SCOTT W. GARRISON; DENISE E. GARRISON; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 17 CH 31 320 NORTH STREET CRESTON, IL 60113 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on January 19, 2018, Sheriff of Ogle County Judicial Sales Corporation will on March 23, 2018, in the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Main Lobby, 202 South First Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 1, BEING IN THAT PART OF BLOCK 2 LYING NORTH OF THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF THE CHICAGO AND NORTHWESTERN RAILWAY IN THE VILLAGE OF CRESTON, SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 25-23-279-004 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 320 North Street Creston, IL 60113 Description of Improvements: Yellow vinyl siding, one story single family home, no garage The Judgment amount was $65,767.95.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 260247 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I3077523 February 22, March 1 & 8 2018

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of: HUBERT A. HICKEY, Case No. 2018-P-10 Deceased.

CLAIMS NOTICE

Pursuant to 755 ILCS 5/18-3, notice is given of the following: The death of HUBERT A. HICKEY. The personal representative above-referenced estate is:

of

the

MARK F. HICKEY 15958 E. LuAnn Lane Davis Junction, Illinois 61020 The attorney of record for the personal representative is: Douglas R. Warren Agnew Law Office, P.C. 129 South Phelps Avenue, Suite 801 Rockford, Illinois, 61108 Claims may be filed on or before August 22, 2018, which date shall be not less than 6 months from the date of the first publication [of this notice] or 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery [of this notice], whichever is later.

Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

February 22, March 1 & 8 2018

CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RYAN S. MILLER, Deceased.

Case No. 2018-P-8 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of RYAN S. MILLER of Oregon, Illinois. Letters Testamentary were issued on February 5, 2018, to JILL A. MILLER, 975 E. Austin Ct., Oregon, IL 61061, whose attorney is Jay H. Scholl of Davis & Campbell L.L.C., 401 Main Street, Suite 1600, Peoria, Illinois 61602.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court at 106 S 5th St #300, Oregon, IL 61061, or with a representative, or both, on or before August 17, 2018, which date is not less than 6 months from the date of the first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it is filed. /s/ Jill A. Miller Representative) /s/ Jay H. Scholl (One of Her Attorneys) February 15, 22, March 1, 2018

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OR OLMSTED DISTRICT COURT – JUVENILE DIVISION THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT In the Matter of the Child(ren) of Jamie L. Copeland, Mother Elijah Alexander, Father Court File No. 55-JV-18-346 ORDER FOR HEARING AND NOTICE (Child in Need of Protection or Services) A petition was filed in this Court on January 16, 2018, alleging that the fights of Elijah Alexander, Alleged Father, to A.L.L.C., child, is in need of protection or services.

IT IS ORDERED that said petition be heard on March 15, 2018, at 9:00 a.m., in Courtroom Number 2, Fifth Floor, the Government Center, 151 Fourth Street SE, Rochester, Minnesota, before an Honorable Judge of District Court.

This hearing will be held for the purpose of a first appearance for the parent to admit or deny the allegations of the Petition.

If the parent admits said allegations, the Court may proceed with a dispositional hearing. If the parent denies the allegations, a trial will be scheduled at a later date.

You are required to be at the hearing on the date and time indicated above if you desire to protect your legal rights to the child(ren). Upon request, the Court Administrator's Office will provide you with a copy of the Petition describing this matter. You have the right to be represented by counsel.

If you fail to appear at the hearing: • The hearing may take place in your absence; • The Court may find you in contempt of court, may issue a warrant for your arrest, or both; • The Court may find that the statutory grounds set forth in the petition have been proved; • The Court may enter an order granting the relief requested in the petition, which may include removing the child from the home of the parent or legal custodian and placing the child in foster care, other proceedings for out-of-home placement of the child, or terminating the parental rights to the child who is the subject of the petition.

BY THE COURT Kevin Lund Judge of District Court

Lund, Kevin 2018.02.14 16:14:43 -06'00' February 22, March 1, 8, 2018

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Publication Notice Public Notice is hereby given that on February 26, 2018, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting business the known as: Quest Cattle 17768 Coffman Rd. Shannon, IL 61078 Dated: 26, 2018

February

Laura J. Cook, Ogle County Clerk March 1, 8, 15, 2018

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP. PLAINTIFF, -vsBRANDIE L. ZELL; DEFENDANTS 17 CH 69 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on November 17, 2017; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on April 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff Office Administration Building, North Door, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: LOT 6 IN BLOCK 6 IN RAILROAD ADDITION TO THE CITY OF OREGON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BLOCK A OF PLATS, PAGE 144, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1011 South 3rd Street, Oregon, IL 61061 Permanent Index No.: 16-10-126-005 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

The judgment amount was $54,427.64. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I3071868 March 1, 8, & 15, 2018 STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15th JUDICIAL CIRCUITCOUNTY OF OGLE ALPINE BANK & TRUST COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs.

LAWRENCE L. HALL a/k/a LARRY L. HALL, CHRISTINA A. HALL, BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP,UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 17 CH 99 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE To: UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, defendants in the above-entitled cause, that the above suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court for the 15th Judicial Circuit, Ogle County, Illinois, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for foreclosure of a mortgage and other relief on the following described property in which you have or claim an interest: Part of the East Half (1/2) of Section 25, Township 25 North, Range 10 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the intersection of the West line of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of said Section 25, and the centerline of a public road known as Mill Road; thence South 84 degrees 35 minutes 00 seconds East, along said centerline, 175.00 feet to the point of beginning of the hereinafter tract of land; thence continuing along said centerline, South 84 degrees 35 minutes 00 seconds East, 200 feet; thence South 0 degrees 10 minutes 34 seconds West, parallel with the West line of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of said Section 25, a distance of 529.09 feet; thence South 89 degrees 51 minutes 14 seconds West, parallel with the North line of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of said Section 25, a distance of 203.44 feet; thence North 0 degrees 10 minutes 34 seconds East, parallel with said West line, 203.91 feet; thence North 0 degrees 53 minutes 09 seconds East, 344.62 feet to the point of beginning; situated in Byron Township, County of Ogle and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as:

2793 E. Mill Rd., Byron, IL 61010

Property Code / PIN:

04-25-400-015

Title Holder of Record:

LAWRENCE L. HALL & CHRISTINA A. HALL

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Identification of Mortgage: Mortgage from Lawrence L. Hall and Christina A. Hall, husband and wife, to Alpine Bank & Trust Co. dated April 25, 2012 and recorded May 1, 2012 as Document No. 201201203312 to secure $206,400.00.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Kraig A. Starkweather; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 16 CH 00072 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 4/21/2017, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on March 23, 2018 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 24-28-103-001 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 11073 Lincoln Lane Rochelle, IL 61068 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 14-16-11616.

I3076189 February 15, 22 & March 1, 2018

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Now, therefore, unless you, the said defendants, "Unknown Owners" and "Non-Record Claimants" file your answer in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit, Ogle County, Illinois, on or before MARCH 15, 2018, default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint.

Dated: January 30, 2018 WILLIAMSMcCARTHYLLP Thomas P. Sandquist Its Attorneys Prepared By: Thomas P. Sandquist - #06198232 WILLIAMSMcCARTHYLLP 120 West State Street P.O. Box 219 Rockford, Illinois 61105 (815) 987-8900 tsandquist@wilmac.com February 15, 22 & March 1, 2018

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*Plus tax, title, license & doc fee. Payments based on 3.99% APR financing for 75 & 84 months with approved credit with vehicles up to $10,000-$1,000 down, vehicles $10,000-$20,000-$2,000 down, vehicles $20,000-$25,000-$3,000 down, vehicles $25,000+-$5,000 down. Photos for illustration only. Dealer not liable for errors. **Plus tax, title, license & doc fee. Payments based on 2.99% APR financing for 72 months with approved credit and $2,000 down. Photos for illustration only. Dealer not liable for errors. ***See dealer for details