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WHITEOUT

Assessment Effect Taxing districts to lose an estimated $2.6M due to decision. / 2

SPORTS

Wrestlers Win Two Polo beats Oregon and AFC at the Blackhawk Center. / 15

New Store Opens Polo’s new

grocery store opened on Monday to the delight of visitors. / 3

Snow blows across Ill. 26 Tuesday afternoon as forecasters predicted record-breaking lows for Wednesday. Photo by Earleen Hinton

INDEX

One Section - 32 Pages

Byron Library............ 11 Chamber Chatter...... 6 Church News............12 Classifieds......... 25-28

Entertainment......9-10 Polo Library............... 7 Marriage Licenses.... 8 Oregon Police..........20

People........................ 8 Property Transfers.. 22 Sheriff’s Arrests......20 State’s Attorney.......21

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YOUR GOVERNMENT

Taxing bodies will lose an estimated $2.6M due to new nuke assessment

Board of Review lowered assessment from $546M to $503M

BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com Preliminary numbers indicate that 11 local taxing bodies will lose a total of $2.6 million in real estate tax revenues this year due to the decrease in the assessment of the Byron Generating Station.

The Ogle County Board of Review lowered the plant’s assessment from $546 million to $503 million, a seven percent decrease, on Jan. 17 after they heard Exelon Generation’s assessment appeal and arguments against it from attorneys for the Byron School District.

Exelon asked for the assessment to be set at $188 million, while the school district requested a value of $625 million.

Ogle County Treasurer Linda Beck said Tuesday that she cannot yet make exact calculations on how much less the taxing bodies will receive.

She does not yet have the tax rates from each taxing affected body or the township equalization factors (multipliers) from the Illinois Department of Revenue.

Last year, Exelon paid $36.8 million in real estate taxes for the Byron plant while this year the amount looks to be $35.2 million based on the seven percent decrease in the assessment.

The Byron School District will feel the largest loss — an estimated $1.5 million.

Ogle County Board Chairman Kim Gouker, of Byron, said the county will feel the reduction in several areas, at least $100,000 in the $14 million General Fund, another $100,000 to $150,000 in the Road & Bridge Fund, as well as lesser amounts in other funds.

“Although the impact is not as great as the Byron School District’s, it will ripple across our budget,” he said.

The Highway Department will have to scale down or postpone some of its planned projects as a result, he said.

Oregon Park District Executive Director Erin Folk said decisions have already been made to deal with the estimated $178,000 reduction in district tax revenues.

“We have a plan in place,” she said.

The Operating Fund will be scaled back to absorb a $78,000 loss, while the $100,000 reduction in the Bond Fund will be made up by an increase in the rate for

Exelon’s Byron Station is located on German Church Road, between Oregon and Byron. File photo the fund, which means an increase for other taxpayers.

Oregon School Superintendent Tom Mahoney said he anticipates a $60,000 loss of revenue from its $14 million budget in a district already facing financial challenges.

He said the school board will discuss the issues and decide whether to make more cuts or dip into its dwindling reserves.

The board has already made staff cuts, he said.

Since real estate tax revenues are factored into how much a school district receives in state aid, Mahoney said a possible increase in state funding could make up for the decrease.

“That would make it neutral, which is never good, but at least it wouldn’t be a

loss,” he said.

Exelon’s taxes also go to Rockvale Township, Byron Fire District, Rock Valley College, Byron Public Library District, Byron Museum District, Byron Forest Preserve District, and Kishwaukee Community College.

Gouker said the BOR did not give sufficient reasons for its decision, which he said may result in higher property tax for other taxpayers.

“The nuclear plant is by far the most important part of not only our tax base, but also our industrial base,” he said.

“When a significant piece of real estate is arbitrarily reduced in value it shifts the tax burden to other taxpayers, primarily individuals and small businesses. That’s the unfortunate part.”

See ASSESSMENT, Page 4

Grocery Store Opens

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Shoppers filled the aisles of the Polo Fresh Food Market, which held a soft opening on Monday ending Polo’s 10-year stint without a grocery store Owner Tushar Patel (pictured below in the center) is planning a grand opening in Februrary. Besides customers, Polo Chamber and Economic Development Committee members were on hand along with city officials.

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SPECIAL EVENT

Vintage collectors offer treasures at February Finds

BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com

An interest in vintage furniture and other items has turned into a hobby and retirement business for a Polo couple.

“We do antiques and collectibles and we refurbish and rework things before we sell them,” Marla Buskohl said. “It was basically going to be our retirement job but it started earlier than we intended.”

She retired a few years ago but her husband Tom still works full-time.

The couple will offer their treasures at the seventh annual February Finds Antiques an Collectibles Market on Saturday, Feb. 2 at the Mt. Morris Moose Family Center.

The event is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Buskohl said they started going to auctions about 15 years ago and buying some things they liked as a hobby.

“Friends who were already dealers suggested we go into selling,” she said. “It took off from there.”

They were soon setting up at flea markets, including the Pec Thing, and expanded from there.

“Once people see what you have and your style they invite you to other places,” Buskohl said. “We’ve met a lot of people and made good friends doing this.”

Now they also have their collectibles for sale at Split Decisions at Conover Square in Oregon, Roadhouse Antiques in Creston, Waterfront Antiques in Dixon, and Great River Road Antiques in Fulton.

Buskohl said she goes to several auctions per week to maintain their

inventory. She looks for items of different styles and time periods.

“We do a little of every decade because trends change, colors change. You have to do your homework and keep up,” she said.

The Buskohls have participated in February Finds for four to five years.

“It’s well run and has good vendors,” Buskohl said. “It’s a nice mix [of merchandise], and it’s easy to access.”

Merchandise offered at the event includes antique furniture, antique tools, primitives, tins, lamps, vintage clothing and jewelry, tin toys, quilts and linens, artwork, stamps, postcards, local advertising memorabilia, Depression glass, Tea Leaf and Majolica pottery, enamelware, Fiesta Ware, vintage holiday and numerous other collectibles.

All displayed antiques, vintage collectibles, and artwork are for sale.

Admittance to this event is $3 per person.

Children 12 and under will be admitted free and must be accompanied by an adult.

Parking is free and the building is handicapped accessible.

A bake sale will be held in conjunction with the market, with all proceeds benefiting Let Freedom Ring.

Food and beverages, prepared by the Moose, will be available for purMarla Buskohl, of Polo, prepares a vintage chair for resale. Buskohl and her husband chase.

No food or drinks will be allowed Tom will have a booth at February Finds on Saturday, Feb. 2 at the Mt. Morris Moose in the designated market area Family Center. Photo by Vinde Wells

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POLO POLICE Polo Police Chief Kurt Cavanaugh reported the following information Jan. 28.

General calls for service for the weeks of Jan. 14 through Jan. 27: Citizen Complaints / Assists..........18 Juvenile.................................................2 Animal Complaints.............................7 Disturbance / Domestic.................... 1 Fire / Medical Assists....................... 8 Alarm / Open Door............................. 1 Lock Outs............................................ 6 Traffic Stops......................................10 County Assists................................... 4

The current of assessment of Exelon’s Braidwood Generating Station, a “twin” of the Byron plant, apparently played a role in the BOR’s decision.

BOR Chairman Joe Yockey, of Stillman Valley, said that Braidwood Generating Station is assessed at $460 million for 2018, which is scheduled to increase to $465 million in 2019 and $470 million in 2020.

The Braidwood plant in Will County was built nearly identically to Byron Station and came online shortly after it.

Gouker said that while the two plants are similar in design, the local situations are different because taxing bodies in Will and Grundy Counties are less dependent on the nuclear plant for tax

dollars than Ogle County.

“Grundy County has a much larger industrial tax base than we have,” he said.

The $546 million assessment of

the Byron plant was set last fall

by Supervisor of Assessments Jim Harrison, who retired Dec. 31.

That assessment had been set annually since 2016.

Taxes Paid for Byron Generating Station

2018 2019 (estimated) Byron School District..............................$21.2M...................................................$19.7M Ogle County.............................................$4.23M.................................................. $3.93M Rock Valley College................................$2.69M.................................................... $2.5M Byron Forest Preserve...........................$2.45M.................................................. $2.27M Oregon Park District...............................$2.39M.................................................. $2.22M Byron Fire.....................................................$2.39.................................................. $2.22M Byron Library.........................................$887,811.............................................. $825,664 Oregon Schools....................................$759,180.............................................. $706,037 Rockvale Roads....................................$493,472.............................................. $458,929 Rockvale Township............................. $165,765................................................ $154,161 Byron Museum......................................$107,214.................................................$99,709 Kishwaukee College..............................$90,788.................................................$84,433 TOTAL ..................................................$37.8............................................... $35.2

No. 18

Wednesday, January 30, 2019

Polo Community High School

The Marcos

I Said, “Brrr, It’s Cold Out There!”

Between last week and this week, school days have been minimal.

A surge of arctic air is bringing the Midwest the coldest temperatures they have seen in years, not to mention multiple large dumps of

snow.

On Wednesday, it is expected to reach -40 with wind chill, a temperature considered to be dangerous.

If you have exposed skin in this (way) below freezing weather for

This week, Coach Scott, who has a large selection of cheerful athletes at her disposal, was asked to elect a student athlete.

Her choice was Patricia Plachno, co-captain of both this year’s (football and basketball) squads.

Alyssa Wakenight: “What is this athlete’s strongest asset?”

Coach Scott: “Her consistency.

Patricia is the steadying one on the squad — she’s what everyone needs whenever they need it.”

A: “How does this athlete affect the rest of the team?”

C: “She is a calming personality when the time calls for it and an enthusiastic personality when her teammates need it.

She leads the rest of the squad with her co-captain Ally Rhodes and she creates nearly everything that the cheerleaders do: choreography of all kinds, cut music, workouts, stunts -- everything.”

A: “What are five words to describe this athlete?”

C: “Level-headed, kind, creative, insanely talented, and able to think on her feet.”

A: “How do you think you personally influence the athlete?”

C: “I’m not sure it’s my influence that did this, but I know that she has done more stunting and jumping since I’ve known her. She’s also become more “take-charge” since she’s been a captain and it’s awesome to see her directly

influencing her younger teammates.

She’s the talented, hard-working big sister whom all the girls love and respect.”

Alyssa Wakenight: “What’s your favorite thing about cheer?”

Patricia Plachno: “I love the genuine bond between the girls. Stunting is built on trust, and we’ve learned that working together is the key to a successful team. Our jokes during water breaks or goofy dances under the bleachers make everything worth it.

A: “ How do you feel about the stigma that cheer isn’t a sport?”

P: “I can understand some perspectives, but I only truly have a problem when people treat cheerleading like it’s nothing in comparison to other sports. The obnoxious connotation that all we do is sit on the sidelines in our skirts and shake our pom-poms is the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard. We put in hours of literal blood, sweat, and tears, and you better believe we aren’t doing it to be told we don’t matter at this school.”

A: “What is one piece of advice you would give an incoming freshman trying cheer?”

P: “PRACTICE. The audience isn’t paying attention to the counts we clean on or how we spirit individually. They do notice that one girl is a beat behind or that someone doesn’t know what they’re doing. Practice, ask questions, and when in doubt, smile.”

carry an extra coat and blankets just in case.

Though the cold is bitter now, we will be the bitter ones when we are in school in June.

— Alyssa Wakenight

Sinful Sundaes?

Vanilla ice cream. Smoked almonds.

Chocolate sauce.

Whipped cream. Delightful.

Most people do not know the history of one of the most delectable desserts: the ice cream sundae.

Without the Blue Laws, ice cream sundaes may never have became a thing.

Blue Laws are religious laws prohibiting specific activities on Sundays that may be considered sinful.

For example, selling alcohol in certain places on a Sunday was illegal according to the Blue Laws.

Moreover, in the late 1800’s these laws also made it illegal to sell soda on Sunday because the people that created them felt “sucking sodas” was a sinful activity that should be banned on the Sabbath.

This ban on soda created an issue for people that enjoyed

having ice cream sodas, as well as the people that sell them.

Shortly after the law was passed, the makers of the ice cream soda came up with a solution to the problem.

Instead of using soda, producers began using a chocolate sauce.

Because of this switch, everyone wanted to try this new dessert.

Although the history of this treat is known, the area it originated from is not concretely known. Two Rivers, Wisconsin and New York City, New York both claim to be the birthplace of the ice cream sundae.

However, nobody has ever cared enough about the desserts origins to begin debating the topic.

Nonetheless, the ice cream sundae is still a popular treat in the modern world today.

— Shyanne Hart

MEET THE STAFF The Marcolite is created by the Creative Writing class taught by Betsy Scott at Polo High School.

Staff Members include: Tabitha Falk Alyssa Wakenight

Deven Laws Jonah Heath Becca Wiegand Hayden Bittinger Shyanne Hart Tessa Fitzgerald

Check out the Marcolite website at marcolite.poloschools.net

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Athlete of the Week

more than twenty minutes you are highly likely to get frostbite.

With cold temperatures like these, make sure to start your car with plenty of time to spare, check your tires and battery, and ALWAYS

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DINNER & DESSERT

Event will benefit Polo Town & Country Days The Polo Town & Country Days Dinner and Dessert Auction will be held on Saturday, Feb. 9 at Crossroads Community Church, 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo.

Viewing of the desserts will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. with the action at 6 p.m. and dinner at 6:30

p.m.

The meal will be prepared by chef Eileen Ebert Walgren, and the menu includes Caesar salad, Italian bread loaf, glazed beef medallions and Tuscan chicken, baby red potatoes with herbed butter, and green beans.

Entertainment with be provided by Riley Horton, a multi-instrumentalist known for his blend of country, gospel and ragtime piano.

He has played with artists from Nashville and Branson and was featured in the Nashville Music

Fest Carroll County Style in both 2017 and 2018.

Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at First State Bank Shannon-Polo and Blackhawk Area Credit Union.

Proceeds will benefit the annual Town & Country Days festival.

LOCAL HISTORY

Polo area is getting an old-fashioned winter Hungry fox returns to neighborhood

BY BETTY OBENDORF Curator Polo Historical Society I think we are having what people would refer to as an “Old-Fashioned Winter.”

With all the snow piled around and all these really cold temperatures suddenly appearing, I believe this have been a bit unusual. For us older people it is a bit perplexing.

Our granddaughter Amy James was coming up this way this past week to do her annual job with the University School of Medicine at Rockford.

Amy is a physician in family practice at Marshall, Illinois. She is on the board at the university to select the new students to go into the Rural School of Medicine for fall.

This board also places students in their residency position in various hospitals.

While she is here she checks our medicines, answers any questions we might have, sees to it that we have food on hand, and does any

chore that needs to be done. We always look forward to having her stop by.

This time we had a big snow on Tuesday night and our roads were questionable for Wednesday so she avoided our area and simply headed straight for Rockford on the Interstate.

Then Saturday morning she stopped by for breakfast on her way home.

We still seemed to be in the midst of getting snow and very cold temperatures so Amy salted our walkway to the garage and offered to get some groceries.

I remarked quickly that our grocery store was opening on Monday and I would restock our rather empty refrigerator and pantry on that day.

Soon Amy was on her way and we got ready for more visitors from Naperville.

Steve and Cheri come out quite often to help us with little chores and purchases I cannot get in Polo.

This time it was a special bulb in my reading light and I have missed that since I have been doing quite a bit of reading lately.

I have been reading old obituaries for the Civil War book that is now

ready to go to the printer.

These obits are old with very fine printing and not easy on the old eyes.

It will be a relief when the book Kathy Pasch and I have been working on will be finished.

This is a story on the 15th Volunteer Infantry Regiment of Northern Illinois that has never been told.

Many have started but never finished it or just maybe parts of it were written.

Different Civil War buffs have been critiquing it also and they are just as excited as we are with the finished product.

I was glad to get a new bulb in my lamp for my eyes.

Then Steve and Cheri said several times they were here to take me shopping for much needed staples in our grocery larder.

Each time I replied very quickly that I would be going Monday to our new grocery store in Polo.

Finally Steve said, “Mom, you are to get a big storm on Sunday night with very cold temperatures following and you will in all probability not be going anywhere on Monday or even maybe for several days!!”

Obviously we did some shopping and came home with food for a late

afternoon meal before they left in another snow storm.

Now today the skies have clouded over, the TV is full of storm warnings, and it may very well be that I will watch the snowflakes fall again tonight in the light of our street lamp.

Earlier this week, one evening around 11, I looked out the front door to see strange animal tracks on our sidewalk near the steps.

I wondered what critter made these new tracks in the snow.

I sat down on our sofa to watch the snowflakes falling and soon here came a fox from the north on our front sidewalk.

He was moving swiftly but stopped to turn into our house for a glance around the steps.

Then he turned, headed back out to the sidewalk, and trotted on down the hill towards the library.

I got up to see what kind of tracks he was making in the new snow. It was the same kind of tracks I had looked at just a few moments earlier.

I think we have quite a few of the fox family in Polo so keep your eyes open and look for them. They are a beautiful animal here in the winter probably looking for food.

The Polo Senior Center would like you to join them for cinnamon rolls or donuts each Friday at 8:30 a.m.

The next Polo Council of Churches Open Table Dinner will be Monday, Feb. 25 at 5:30 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church.

The Polo Chamber of Commerce would like to issue Certificates of Recognition to

any Polo Chamber of Commerce business members who are celebrating five years of being in business, or those with fiveyear increments of being in business in Polo.

Contact us so that we can announce your special business celebration.

The next Polo Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting will be

Wednesday, Feb. 6 at 5:30 p.m. at the Polo Firehouse.

Contact information for The Polo Chamber of Commerce: 815-946-3131, polochamber@gmail.com, or mail to P.O. Box 116, Polo, IL 61064 if you would like to post your event on the Chamber sign, Chamber website (www.polochamber. org) and/or in the Chamber Chatter.

CHAMBER CHATTER The Polo Chamber of Commerce is looking for businesses to host Business after Hours. This is the time to show off your business.

Contact us if you are interested in hosting a Business after Hours.

Polo Rehabilitation & Health Care would like you to join them for Community Coffee every Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m.

LOCAL EVENT The 34th annual Polo Farm Toy Show, sponsored by the Polo Lions Club, will be held on Saturday, March 2 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. For information call Ryan Shetler at 815499-0176.

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 815-946-3730.

Pick up your Book Subscription Boxes for February

A Year Down Under by Richard Peck

RRC Representative Wednesday, Feb. 27, 10 to 12 p.m.

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

No appointment is necessary.

They will return the fourth Wednesday of each month.

POLO LIBRARY All programs at the Polo Public Library are free unless otherwise noted and handicapped accessible.

Please note that some programs require registration.

Children’s Programs Parents or caregivers must remain in the library if their child is under 8.

Teen After Hours Program Friday, Feb. 8, 4 to 6 p.m.

Enjoy pizza and a library scavenger hunt!

Book Subscription Box Pickup Saturday, Feb. 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pine Creek News

By Karen Merlak Winter keeps rolling along with more snow and cold wind.

Endless thank yous to the plow drivers that are continuously keeping the roads cleared.

We ask God for peace in the quiet moments and for comfort for those in the elements. Our God is an awesome god.

This morning in church, we were greeted by Sandra Ford. Throughout this year, we will be sharing stories of the people and events from our church history.

Brian Toms shared a little history about his family and a funny story from a worship service to start us off.

Rev. Charlotte Hoppe led the children’s message for our regular

Lifelong Learners’ Lecture Series at Polo Public Library Wednesday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m.

“Quilts & the Underground Railroad” a Polo Historical Society Program presented by Betty Obendorf Registration is required Book Discussion Groups Extra books are always available for these discussions. Please check one out and join us.

Afternoon Book Club @ the Library Monday, Feb. 25, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Selection: A Long Way From Chicago &

group of Kaitlyn, Laura, and Harper. Joining the girls was their cousin, Lindsay.

Charlotte continued her series on growing the church. There are many lessons that can be applied to our own lives.

After church, Charlotte and I went to lunch to catch up on all the happenings of the past couple of weeks.

The lunch started out as a dinner and was postponed more than once because of the weather. It was nice to relax and have time to chat.

This past week was pretty quiet as many of our activities were canceled for the weather.

Council of Churches, trivia night, and a dinner for our area wrestlers will all need to be done at a later time. This coming week may be the same situation.

This past Saturday afternoon, I had a couple phone conversations with Matt and Clint.

Ema was already at work when I called. It was so good to catch up with both of the boys.

They continue to make me so very proud.

This Friday evening, our church

Friday Book Discussion @ the Library Friday, Feb. 22, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Selection: Angela’s Ashes by Frank McCourt New to the Collection The following list is a small sampling of the new items available at the library.

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

Visit our website (pololibrary.org) and view the carousel, or come in to browse the new sections in our bookcases.

Adult Fiction On the Brink of Everything : Grace, Gravity, and Getting Old by Parker J. Palmer

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

Large Print In His Father’s Footsteps by Danielle Steel

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

has sponsored the performance of the Luther Nordic Choir at 7 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sterling.

The concert is free and there will be a free will offering to benefit Lutheran camps and ministries.

Come and join us for a beautiful night of music.

As I drove to work and to church this weekend, I couldn’t help but take in the beauty of the snow covered ground.

The way the snow stays balanced on every tree branch, only God could have put it there.

On Saturday, early in the morning, I drove to Lanark.

With the fresh fallen snow and the sun rising behind me, it was hard to watch only the road. I wanted to gaze at the trees and homes on my way.

Even more beautiful was Sunday morning on my drive to church.

The frosty morning was decorated with once bare trees now perfectly dressed in white.

Frost clinging to every surface made for an incredible winter landscape.

Such beauty from the storms is

what God is all about. Only God can bring about beauty from the imperfect.

The magnificent landscape after the snowstorm, the strength and love of family and friends after grief, and especially, a new beautiful life after we have sinned.

We are imperfect people, making mistakes, saying the wrong things, hurting each other and God can take those imperfections and make them clean.

His mercy can make us new. His grace can make us beautiful to Him and others.

Accepting the love of Christ brings out the best in us.

We want to love more. We want to show kindness to others. We are forgiven and we want to forgive others.

No matter the past, God is ready to meet us. It is never too late to know the One that loves you the most.

I hope to see you next week in our church where you will be surrounded by God’s love.

You will be greeted with warm fellowship, you will be prayed for, and you will be invited to join us in praise and worship.

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Recycle Your Plastic The library has earned a Trex Yacht Club bench for the library pavilion.

We are still accepting plastic bags and other plastic wrap at the Library to benefit the Polo Food Pantry.

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

Adult Programs Pinterest Party Tuesday, Feb. 5, 6 to 7 p.m.

Activity: Suet Bird Feeder Registration is required for this program.

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EDUCATION

Hinkle one of first to graduate from NIU program Oregon native one of first to receive Ph.D in Health Sciences An Oregon native is one of the first two graduates of the Ph.D. in Health Sciences program at Northern Illinois University, DeKalb.

Hana Hinkle-Peterson and Steven Hinojosa, of Texas, both successfully defended their doctoral dissertations this fall, and became the first to receive their doctorates through the program which accepted its first cohort in 2015.

“I give credit to them as part of our first class, as we opened the pro-

gram and they began their journey toward a doctoral degree,” said Beverly Henry, NIU associate dean, College of Health and Human Sciences.

“It is gratifying to see their achievements from early class discussions to seeing dissertation defenses. We are very proud of them.”

Hinkle’s dissertation, “Cultural Competence Training Model for the Public Health Workforce: Public Health Cares,” investigates public health workforce bias and lower outcomes in racial areas, and ways to better train workers to mitigate reasons for disparity.

Hinkle was working in academic medicine and rural health, and Hinojosa was working in public health roles while they pursued their degrees. Both chose the NIU program in part because of its mul-

tidisciplinary approach.

Hinkle pursued a doctorate degree to prepare for career advancement.

She recently became a research assistant professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine-UIC College of Medicine, and said combining her Ph.D. and on-the-job knowledge has set her up to pursue top leadership positions in her field.

She currently works as the Associate Director for the National Center for Rural Health Professions, UIC College of Medicine Rockford and the Associate Director of the Illinois Area Health Education Network Program.

“Having a Ph.D. can help to broaden the impact of your research and discoveries,” Hinkle said.

COLLEGE & SERVICE NEWS Mattelyn R. Cancilliere U.S. Air Force Airman Mattelyn R. Cancilliere graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eightweek program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Cancilliere is the daughter of Ryan J. Felske and Betty J. Cancilliere, of Byron, and is a 2018 graduate of Byron High

MARRIAGE LICENSES School.

Lindsey Wardlow Lindsey Wardlow, of Forreston, has been named to the fall dean’s list at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.

She is majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders.

To be named to the dean’s list, a fulltime undergraduate must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a scale of 4.0.

Alexis Howey Alexis Howey, of Mt. Morris, graduated during the Dec. 13 winter commencement at the University of Evansville, Evansville, Indiana.

Howey graduated with a bachelor of music degree in Music Therapy.

Western Illinois University Several area students have been named to the fall dean’s list at Western

Illinois University, with campuses at Macomb and Moline.

To receive this award, an undergraduate student must earn at least a 3.6 grade point average on a scale of 4.0.

Earning academic honors were Payton M. Abbott, Kayla M. Harrington, and Jade Morgan Kobs, all of Byron; Allison D. Anderson, of Davis Junction; Samuel Barkalow and Josie R. Pasch, both of Forreston; Kelsey A. Pudlas, of Mt. Morris; Sean Tompkins, of Oregon; and Megan K. Call and Amanda Lapage, both of Polo.

Elisabeth Gronewold Elisabeth Gronewold, of Forreston, has been named to the fall dean’s list at Edgewood College, Madison, Wisconsin.

Full-time undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students who earn a cumulative grade point average of 3.75 or higher are eligible for the dean’s list after completing 24 credit hours of study.

See COLLEGE NEWS, Page 9

We want to thank our family and friends for making our

My sincere thank you to my three daughters and families for hosting my 99th Birthday Open House and to everyone who attended.

special.

Also thank you to those sending cards and flowers.

Ron & Joyce Greenawalt

Thank You! Adaline Beck

60th Anniversary

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Hana Hinkle-Peterson

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

Jan. 22 Alexander M. Kuehn and Ashley N. Borgen, both of Chana.

Jan. 23 Roderick D. Roby and Angela R. Hensley, both of Mt. Morris.

Trevor J. Hegge and Soledad Silva, both of Byron.

LIVE PERFORMANCE

Auditions will be held on Monday, Feb. 18 and Tuesday, Feb. 19 for 6 to 8 p.m. at the Pinecrest Grove library, 500 Evergreen Lane, Mt. Morris.

The cast consists of six adults and nine children.

Performances will be Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 5 at the Pinecrest Grove Theatre.

Materials will be provided at the audition; come early to review the readings. For more information call director Dave Sheely at 719-740-6162.

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and Performing Arts.

Those earning academic honors include the following: Byron—Nolan Baker, Caleb Denton, Austin Grimes, Kennedy Halsmer, Nicholas Knudsen, Emily Love, Madison Milburn, Jacob Mrozek, John Perket, and Eric Stivers; Davis Junction—Natasha Demers, Izaac Herebia, and Mariah Paluzzi; Leaf River—Jessica Mazeika; Monroe Center—Shelby Bruder, Julia Chapin, Kristen Lookingland, and Ethan Taylor; Mt. Morris—Alex Markle and Jared Pottorff; Oregon—Danielle Brehm, Peyton Burnett, Taylor Freed, Judd Haushahn, Austin McDaniel, Megan Mjoen, Jessica Pendleton; Polo—Angel Alba; Stillman Valley—Jacob Hildebrand and Jaron Johnson.

Connor Hopkins Connor Hopkins, of Mt. Morris has been named to the fall dean’s list at Luther College, Decorah, Iowa.

Continued from Page 8 Mack L. Llanas Mack L. Llanas, of Oregon, has been named to the fall chancellor’s honor roll at the University of Tennessee-Martin.

To be eligible, a student must take at least 12 hours of credit courses and achieve a 3.2 grade point average based on a 4.0 scale.

Llana was awarded honors for attaining a GPA between 3.2 and 3.49.

Northern Illinois University Dean’s List Several area students have been named to the fall dean’s list at Northern Illinois University, DeKalb.

To earn this distinction, students must meet a minimum semester grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology or a minimum of 3.75 on a 4.0 scale in the colleges of Business, Education, Health and Human Sciences, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Visual

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The Oregon VFW, 1310 W. Washington St. (Ill. 64), Oregon, will celebrate Sweethearts Day on Saturday, Feb. 16 with an evening of food and entertainment.

A two-meat (ham and turkey) buffet will be available from 4 to 7 p.m. with all the fixings for $10 a person.

Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers will perform from 7 to 10 p.m.

This band, which began in the 50s and 60s at places such as Castle Rock Lounge at the foot of Castle Rock on Ill. 2, started with Grobe and two brothers from Dixon, Dick and Harry Hackbarth.

Joining him for the evening will be Marv Kunde on bass guitar, Dennis To be eligible, a student must earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale and must complete at least 12 credit hours with 10 hours of conventional grades.

Rock Valley College Several area students have been named to the president’s and dean’s lists at Rock Valley College, Rockford.

Students must have taken at least 12 credit hours during the semester to qualify for the lists.

Students named to the president’s list achieved a 4.0 semester grade point average. They include the following: Byron—Daniel Harrington, Paige Lewellen, Adam St. George, and Milena Zlaticanin; Leaf River—Jason Daub; Mt. Morris—Dalton Comer; Oregon—Benjamin Libman, Cassandra Nason, and Daniel Welle.

Students named to the dean’s list achieved at least a 3.25 semester grade point average. They include the following:

Milby on drums, Bob Fredricks on steel guitar, and James “Jimmy” Miller is on keyboards.

Lisa Grobe joins the band with vocals and brings out the songs from the women of country music, including Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and many more.

A treat is always in store when Grobe invites guest singers to take the stage.

Oregon Woman’s Club card party is Saturday, Feb. 15 The Oregon Woman’s Club will hold its annual card party on Friday, Feb. 15 at a new location, the First Presbyterian See CARD PARTY, Page 10

Byron—Trey Allen, Alex Bozzi, Cindy Fisher, Rebecca Hines, Britny Knobloch, Josh Larson, Joseph Myers, Michael Neilsen, Breanna Reeverts, Brittney Sims, and Madison Stewart; Davis Junction—Morgan Bittner, Joanne Canciamille, Lance Dixon, Courtney Fernette, Jaeleigh Meraz, Dawson Molenda-Rudis, Carina Paluzzi, and Jacob Shaw; Monroe Center—Autumn Hagemann, Joseph Moreau, Jessa Spain, and Danielle Wallschlaeger; Oregon—Karissa Faler and Matthew Myers; Stillman Valley—Brandie Brooks, Dawn Hazen, Chelsea Hearyman, Ty Jacobson, and Sara Shelburne.

Britany McCarty Britany McCarty, of Byron, has been named to the fall dean’s list at Doane University, Crete, Nebraska.

Students must achieve a minimum 3.7 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and hold 12 graded hours to qualify for this academic distinction.

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The Performing Arts Guild invites the public to join the cast of their spring production “Cheaper by the Dozen.”

Based on a bestselling novel

by Frank B. Gilbreth and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey, this comedy recounts the authors’ lives while growing up in a family with 12 children.

Their inventor father, who is well-known for bringing better efficiency to factories, keeps his large family running just as efficiently.

VFW’s Sweethearts Day Feb. 16

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Auditions for PAG spring production Feb. 18 & 19

SPECIAL EVENTS

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ART SCENE

Eagle’s Nest Art Group featured at Byron show Byron Museum of History, 110 N. Union St., Byron, will host an art show in February and March featuring the work of mainly local artists.

A reception for the artists and to officially open the show will be held on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 1 p.m. Admission is always free.

Most of the artwork was submitted by members of the Eagle’s Nest

Art Group.

The eclectic display offers something for every taste, and many items shown are available for purchase.

Eagle’s Nest Art Group welcomes all who are art-minded to participate in its full schedule of programs and art show opportunities.

Experienced artists, beginners or

WINTER FUN

Rent cross country skis at Byron Forest Preserve

The Byron Forest Preserve District has cross country skis for rent and miles of trails at the Jarrett Prairie Nature Preserve, located at 7993 North River Road in Byron.

Cross country skis can be rented at the Jarrett Prairie Center for $5 per person per hour for drop in use.

The district’s Education Department will also offer guided cross country skiing outings on Feb. 7, 21 & 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. for $5 per person.

Friday guided cross country ski outings will be offered Feb. 1, 8 & 22 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon for $5 per person.

Guided Winter night skiing will

be offered on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. for $5 per person.

Advance registration is required for these guided cross country skiing programs by calling 815 234-8535 extension 200.

Cross country skis can be rented during normal Jarrett Prairie Center hours.

“Also please note that the Jarrett Prairie Center also has a designated public sledding hill located next the center and hot chocolate for sale as long as there is enough snow to cover the slope,” said Mark Herman, superintendent of recreation.

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tion at 12:30 p.m., followed by dessert refreshments, card and game playing, and ending with an array of door prizes.

The event is open to everyone. Those who don’t play cards are invited to join

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those interested in art will fit in to this low-key, friendly group.

A variety of media are represented, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, calligraphy, pencil, photography, handmade jewelry, fiber art, and several other forms of three-dimensional art.

For a list of programs or a membership form, call 815-732-7783 or go

on FACEBOOK at Eagle’s Nest Art Group, Oregon, Illinois.

Visit the Byron Museum on Wednesdays to Saturdays from Feb. 2 through March from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to see the exhibit.

Book a tour by calling the Byron Museum at 815-234-5031, or sending an email to info@byronmuseum. org. Visit www.byronmuseum.org.

SPECIAL EVENTS LOTS program scheduled for Feb. 2 Community Coffee

Sponsorships and business marketing opportunities are now available for Byron Rotary’s Annual Pot of Gold drawdown fundraiser on Saturday, March 9

at 6:30 p.m. at PrairieView Golf Pavilion.

The event will once again feature a $3,000 grand prize. This year’s event is presented by Holcomb Bank.

Two ways are available for a business to use Pot of Gold to get its name out: sponsorships of $200 and $300 allow a business to sponsor special prizes, black jack tables, beverages or to help sponsor the signature $3,000 grand prize.

Or, a business may give prizes to the event – items or gift cards with a minimum $10 value. Many businesses do both.

Proceeds from Pot of Gold will help fund the Rotary Service Above Self scholarship to a worthy high school senior, as well as other Rotary projects conducted locally, nationally and internationally including providing milk money to qualifying Mary Morgan Elementary School students and dictionaries to every third grader in Byron.

Tickets to the event cost $100, which admit two to the draw-down party and one chance at the $3,000 grand prize.

in playing table games.

The cost is $5 per person. To make reservations, call Sandie Chasm at 815973-5814.

Proceeds will be donated to Winning

Wheels, Prophetstown, a facility that provides rehabilitation services to young adults with neurological impairment.

The support of Winning Wheels is a GFWC Illinois state project.

The director of the Lee Ogle Transportation System will be at the Community Coffee on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 9 a.m. at the Chana United Methodist Church, 606 S. Main St., Chana.

LOTS is an on-demand response, curb-to-curb public transportation service providing rides to people of all ages.

Information will be given on all the services provided by LOTS. These include rides to the bank, church, doctor, Rockford schedule, school and grocery stores as well as many other destinations.

Refreshments will be served.

Fore more information call 815-7327506.

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Meet the Author: Heather Bentley, Author of Sweetest Heartbreak Friday, Feb. 8, 10 to 11 a.m.

Heather is the 2018 winner of the See BYRON LIBRARY, Page 19

Snow didn’t stop these Oregon FFA members and their advisor from picking up Christmas trees for recycling. Pictured, left to right, are: FFA Advisor Josh Nelson, Hayden Eastman, Adam Merrill, Timmy Breeden, Megan Buttens, and Jake Heather. See story on page 13. Photo supplied

Winter Lecture Series begins Feb. 10 at forest preserve The Byron Forest Preserve district will again offer its popular free winter lectures on Sunday afternoons starting at 2 p.m. from Feb. 10 through March 10, at the Jarrett Prairie Center Museum. located at 7993 North River Road in Byron.

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For more information call the Byron Forest Preserve District at 815 2348535 extension 200 or visit their website at www.byronforestpreserve.com.

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Nurtured by prehistoric farmers, this grain would transform the Americas even before first European contact.

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Prairie State Legal: Know Your Rights presentation with one-on-one appointments to follow.

Domestic Violence and Orders of Protection presented by Attorney Leann Duncan Tuesday, Feb. 5, 1 to 1:20 p.m.

After the Know Your Rights presentation, individuals can meet with a lawyer at no cost to discuss civil legal issues such as: problems with their landlord, clearing criminal records, orders of protection and divorce for domestic violence victims, bankruptcy, housing discrimination, problems with SNAP/ TANF/Medicaid, social security overpayments, getting guardianship of a minor or disabled adult.

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Bring in your old VHS tapes and a blank DVD, or purchase a blank DVD at the circulation desk for $1.

This service is intended for use on home movies only.

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ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Phone 815-541-4863

BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Gary Branam www.baileyvillebaptistchurch.org

BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH

400 W. Center St., Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201

BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES

Brookville: 17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkorn: Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads

CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

606 Main St., Chana Pastor Chan Ik Choi 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com

EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD

OPEN BIBLE

302 S. Franklin St., Polo Luke Schier, Pastor 815-946-2848 PoloOpenBible.org

107 N. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569

10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838

EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH

FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH

OREGON CHURCH OF GOD

2997 N. German Church Rd. Pastor Marvin Jacobs 815-732-6313 www.ebenezerreformed.com

EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes 815-732-2424

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS

102 S. Seminary St., Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Logan Murphy 815-734-4942 www.efcmm.org office@efcmm.org

FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Pastor Jeremy Heller 815-946-3588

FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203

FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 faithumcpolo

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH POLO CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Pastor Chris Bradshaw 815-837-5255 polo@crossroadscn.com www.crossroadscn.com

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

102 N. Maple St., Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt 815-734-4853 www.disciplesumc.org

EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH

7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Presbyterian Church in America Pastor Drew Jones 815-938-3605 www.forrestongrovechurch.com

CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767

FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon Rev. Jared Cochran 815-732-2642 www.fbcoregon.org

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA)

200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com

22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104

501 Third Ave. Pastor Lyle Zumdahl 815-938-2424 lylezumdahl@gmail.com

FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

Pastor Karyn Kost 815-661-6315 www.freedomlutheran.org.

GATHERING PLACE CHURCH 124 N. Fourth St., Oregon (Oregon Coliseum) 815-946-9925 theGP.Church // FB.com/ theGatheringPlaceChurch

GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Pastor Michael Hoffman 815-732-6847

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

200 S. Fourth, Oregon Rev. Megan Smick 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Pastor Charlotte Hoppe 815-946-3949

POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

Church and Main Streets Pastor Don Plock

Congress Ave. & Webster St. Pastor Leslie Lake PoloCob@risebroadband.net

GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

8210 E. Edwardsville Rd., German Valley Pastor Jake Ritzema 815-362-6601

LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Randy Newton 815-738-2205 leafriverbc@gmail.com

LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor Sung-Eun Kim 815-345-3038

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Chan Ik Choi

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor Sung-Eun Kim 815-938-2380

409 W. Brayton Rd, P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573

16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448

RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 609 S. 10th St., Oregon Craig Arnold, Pastor 812-236-1213

ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon Rev. Eldred George 815-732-7211 www.saintbrides.org saint.bride.church@gmail.com

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

6024 N. Columbine Rd., Forreston Rev. Karyn Kost 815-661-6315 pastorofstjames1850@gmail.com

ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919

ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367

ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Rev. Michael Bolger 815-864-2548

SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199

SILVER CREEK REFORMED CHURCH 326 S. Bunker Hill Rd. German Valley Pastor Grant Mulder 815-362-2129

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 trinitymmil@frontier.com www.trinitymmil.net

WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Rd., Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411

How to submit church news Changes in church listings and articles about special church services and events can be emailed to vwells@oglecountynews.com. For more information call Vinde Wells at 815-732-6166 ext. 5903.

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FFA chapters collect, recycle Christmas trees

Winter Scene Ice forms on fallen tree trunks and branches that are stuck on the Oregon dam. Bitter winter temps were forecast for this week with a warmup for the weekend.

Photo by Earleen Hinton

unteers went out in the Oregon and Mt. Morris areas, and Forreston Advisor Kelley Koester and the Forreston High School FFA volunteers collected trees in Forreston, Leaf River, German Valley, Baileyville, and Adeline.

Byron Advisor Eric Tryggestad and the Byron High School FFA volunteers collected trees in the Byron area.

The advisors and volunteers met

early in the morning to plan out routes and map out areas to cover to pick up the trees.

Then they ventured out in snowy conditions with a variety of trucks and trailers to gather up and dropoff the trees for recycling.

Some students were also able to observe and learn about tree chipping and the safe way to operate the chipper.

These FFA groups have been

participating in the Christmas tree recycling program since 1998 and since the program began more than 15,000 trees, representing approximately 380 tons, have been collected, mulched, and diverted from local landfills.

For more information about this program, call the Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department at 815-732-4020.

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The Future Farmers of America chapters in Byron, Forreston, Oregon, and Polo once again participated Jan. 12 in collecting Christmas trees from local residents and took them to area chipping sites.

Polo FFA Advisor Stephanie Schultz and the Polo High School FFA volunteers covered the Polo area.

Oregon Advisor Josh Nelson and the Oregon High School FFA vol-

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Forreston FFA members Aaron Wubbena and Abbey Brooks collect and load Christmas trees for recycling Jan. 12. Other students who also helped but are not pictured are Anthony Josephitis and Jacob Green. Another photo appears on page 11. Photo supplied

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BY RANDY HOLLAND

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ABOVE: Polo’s Lane Lindquist holds Oregon’s Wes Hughes during the 170pound match in Oregon on Jan. 24. AT LEFT: Polo’s Connor Eubanks (right) hangs on to Oregon’s Jacob Milliman.

Oregon.

Milliman won the match 9-6. Photos by Earleen Hinton

• Friday, February 1, 2019

The Polo wrestlers traveled to Oregon on Jan. 24 to take on the Hawks and Ashton-Franklin-Center.

The Raiders had just a couple of wrestlers and Polo split on the mat.

Devonte King-Black had a takedown in a cradle and a butcher for three points before he took a half nelson out front for a pin at 2:36.

Joel Ludwig could not score with a half nelson and got reversed out the back and pinned in a half nelson at 1:58.

The rest of the meet was forfeits. Dimetri Garza, Connor Eubanks, Nicholas Cain, Noah Johnson, Wyatt Queckboerner, Alex Davies, Marcus McKenna, Lane Lindquist, and Mason McKenna got the free passes as the Marcos won 60-6.

It was Senior Night for Oregon and Polo helped to spoil it for the Hawks.

With wrestlers in all but one weight class, the Marcos took three forfeits and wrestled strong in other matches to take a 40-38 win.

Oregon forfeited 106 to Noah Lindquist to start the meet, and the score was quickly tied when Garza was pinned in a cradle in 24 seconds.

Connor Eubanks gave second ranked Jacob Milliman a battle at 120. Leading by just two in the third, Milliman stepped over for a reverse and caught a half nelson for three points to defeat Eubanks 7-0.

At 126, Cain lost a cradle for three points in the first and two reverses to the back, the second for a fall at 3:52.

Johnson scored two reverses to the back on his way to a 14-3 major decision to at 132.

At 138, Queckboerner lost three takedowns, one to the back in a half nelson, and a reverse to the back in a Saturday night for three points to drop an 18-3 technical fall at 4:32 to seventh ranked Noah Paul.

Alex Davies took a forfeit at 145 to get the Marcos within four points but the Hawk lead went back to ten with a pin over King-Black.

He was tied at two after a reverse in the second but was stopped on a stand up and went to his back at 3:30. The lead was cut again when the Hawks forfeited 160 to Marcus McKenna.

Lindquist had a strong second period at 170. He scored a three point half nelson and a takedown before he

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• WRESTLING Continued from Page 15 pinned with a half nelson at 3:56.

Polo was up by two but would go down by 10 with a pin over Mason McKenna and a forfeit at 195.

McKenna was pulled back with a chicken wing in the first and second periods and lost a third period takedown and went over in a butcher at 5:30.

But Polo would close out with two six point wins. Daniel Engel scored a single leg takedown and pinned with a half nelson at 1:02 and Ludwig took a forfeit at 285 to give the Marcos the victory over the Hawks.

In JV action, Cole Faivre hit the rocket twice before he pinned with a half nelson at 3:40. Blake Diehl lost backpoints in a half nelson twice before he was pinned in a chicken wing at 1:43.

SPORTS ROUNDUP GIRLS BASKETBALL River Ridge 49, Forreston 46: The Lady Cardinals lost a close game with River Ridge/Scales Mound.

Forreston trailed 13-10 at the end of the first quarter, but River Ridgescored 9 in the second period to Forreston’s three making the score at halftime 24-13.

The Lady Cardinals scored 19 in the third quarter to River Ridge’s nine, but managed only 14 points in the final period to Scales Mound’s 15.

Three Lady Cardinals scored in double figures: Taylor Greenfield and Alexus Houston with 11 each and Grace Carr with 10.

Kara Erdmann added eight points and Kloster had six points.

Postseason pairings released: The IHSA released the parings for the regional tournaments in Class 1A and Class 2A. In Class 1A, No. 9 seed Polo will host No. 7 Pecatonica in a regional quarterfinal on Feb. 4, with the winner facing No. 2 Dakota in the semifinal. No. 3 AFC will face No. 5 Forreston in the other semifinal.

In Class 2A, No. 9 Oregon will play No. 11 Harvest Christian Academy in the quarterfinal of the Winnebago Regional on Feb. 4, with the winner moving on to face No. 1 Winnebago on Feb. 5.

BOYS BASKETBALL Forreston 58, AFC 35: The Raiders were outscored 34-15 in the second half of an NUIC East home loss to the Cardinals in Ashton.

Jesus Aguilar led AFC with 13 points, while Braedon Fyock poured in 27 points for Forreston.

ABOVE: Polo’s Noah Johnson wrestles Oregon’s Jared Glendenning at 132 pounds during a Jan. 24 match at the Blackhawk Center.

AT LEFT: Polo’s Nicholas Cain wrestles Oregon’s Dre Smith at 126 pounds. Photos

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Former coach’s funeral provides time for reflection COMMENTARY Andy Colbert

Wahlert.

His hunger for that coveted state title was as strong as his desire to play the game.

As a poor kid growing up, he and my other uncles played with a coffee can nailed to a post, using an old tennis ball. That’s all they could afford, but it started a love affair that did not need high-fallutin’ travel ball, name-brand shoes or specialized training.

Eddie appreciated basketball for its pure essence and loved coaching it.

It showed in how those former players told of being influenced by a 91-year old man they still called “coach”.

Wanting to visit more, the snow told me it was time to get mom and dad back to Rochelle.

Then, as I made the turn from highway 84 to 64 in Savanna and headed east, the thought came to me – it was more than a celebration of life that I attended.

It was also a reaffirmation of the

impact a coach can have on a young person’s life and the importance of basketball.

Soon, we passed by the Eastland gym and outside of it was jammed with cars and a school bus from neighboring Pecatonica.

With the snow still coming down, it was a winter haven indeed.

Believe it or not, basketball season for the girls is about over. That is usually a barometer for me in determining spring is just around the corner.

Maybe not this year.

Regionals Next Week Regional play begins next week, with Oregon and Byron at Winnebago and Polo and Forreston at Polo.

Polo is stacked with No. 2 seed Dakota and No. 3 AFC. Forreston (8-14) will have its hands full with AFC on Tuesday. If Polo (5-15) gets

by Pecatonica, they face Dakota.

The NUIC south division will end up with Aquin, Dakota, Amboy and AFC all having 20 or more wins.

At Winnebago (18-7), the hosts are going for their fourth straight regional title and are big favorites as the only team with a winning record. It appears as Rock Falls will win the BNC crown, as they have a 2-game lead over everyone else.

That should make it a dual boysgirls title in basketball for the Rockets.

Wrestling regionals are on tap and the following week is one of my favorite events of the year – sectionals. Talk about cream of crop in 1A at the Byron sectional.

How about eight of the top nine teams in the state feeding into Byron, including No. Aurora Christian, No. 2 Le-Win and No. 3 Dakota?

This sectional has been tops in 1A for the last couple of decades and with Aurora Christian suddenly developing into a powerhouse, it only got stronger.

Lots of sporting events have been cancelled because of inclement weather, causing some grumbling for old-timers unaccustomed to schools being closed for snow and cold.

I asked an area superintendent if schools are getting too soft these days.

His response made sense when he said schools have much more liability than they did in the old days before the era of lawsuit mentality took hold.

Additionally, there is a shortage of bus drivers in many districts that affect flexibility in scheduling and when it is brutally cold, some children do not dress properly.

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t was only appropriate that I found myself in the heart of winter headed to Dubuque for the funeral of a basketball coach.

Traversing the slippery roads, I thought of how many road trips my uncle Ed Colbert, the deceased, made during a long tenure as coach at Dubuque Wahlert high school and Clarke College.

And also, what a haven school gyms are during winter. Like an oasis providing a spring of water in a desert, a basketball game offers protection from the cold.

Any of the high-school gyms in the many small towns we drove through looked to be an inviting respite from the rigors of a snowy drive.

Being a basketball coach is a tough job, but there is something comforting about being an integral part of the fabric of life. How powerful is this?

During the visitation and services at Church of the Nativity in downtown Dubuque, I felt the presence of basketball everywhere, from former players giving tributes to the priest referring to my uncle as “Coach Ed”.

It wasn’t the flowers that stood out in the receiving line, but amidst the school colors of royal blue and gold was the 1980 Iowa state championship trophy, Uncle Ed’s only title after 11 trips downstate with

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AT LEFT: Polo’s Natalie Nelson (20) makes a post move as Forreston’s Kara Erdmann (30) defends during a recent game. ABOVE: Forreston’s Megan Hagemann shoots against Polo on Jan. 17. The Lady Cardinals won the game 53-34. Photos by Earleen Hinton

EYES ON THE BALL

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Polo’s Lizzy Stamm (13) dribbles as Forreston’s Alexus Houston (23) keeps her eye on the ball despite tripping during a Jan. 17 game at Polo. Inclement weather has forced schools to close and postpone or cancel sporting activities. Photo by Earleen Hinton

SCHOOL ACTIVITIES FORRESTON Feb. 4-9 Monday - Bus Driver Appreciation Week; HSGB Regionals, TBA; JHGB (home) vs. Pearl City, 4 p.m.; HS Schoalstic Bowl (home) vs. Durand, 4 p.m.; FFA Strawberry Sales Continue Tuesday - HSGB Regionals; HSBB (home) vs. LeWin, 5:30 p.m., JHBB, JHC, & JHAB Recognition Night; JHGB (home)

vs. Meridian, 4 p.m.

Wednesday - HSGB Regionals Thursday - HSGB Regionals, JHGB at Byron, 4 p.m.; HSBB at Pecatonica, 6 p.m.

Friday - HSGB Regionals; Third Quarter Progress Reports Saturday - HSBB at Aquin, Varsity Shootout, TBA; Servant Leadership at HCC, 9 a.m.

POLO Feb. 4-8 Monday - HS Girls Basketball Regionals; HS Academic Team vs. Amboy at home, 4 p.m.; 6th Grade Girls Basketball vs. Pecatonica at Aplington, 4 p.m.; 7th Grade Girls Basketball at Pecatonica, 4 p.m.

Tuesday - HS Girls Basketball Regionals; 6th Grade Girls Basketball at AFC, 4

p.m.; 7th Grade Girls Basketball vs. AFC at Centennial, 4 p.m.

Wednesday - HS Girls Basketball Regionals Thursday - HS Girls Basketball Regionals; HS Boys Basketball at Dakota, 6 p.m.; 6th Grade Girls Basketball vs. Oregon at Nash, 4 p.m.; 7th Grade Girls Basketball vs. Oregon at Centennial, 4 p.m.

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OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following arrests.

Jan. 22 Deputies along with Oregon EMS and Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle crash with injuries at 12:44 p.m. in the 1000 block of East Ill. 64.

A van driven by Amanda Somers, 31, of Rock Island, was eastbound when Somers lost control of the vehicle on the slightly slush-covered road. Her vehicle then went into the westbound lane and struck a westbound van head on, which was driven by John Heng, 84, of Oregon.

Heng and his passenger, Cordelia Heng, 82, of Oregon, were transported to KSB Hospital, Dixon, by Oregon EMS for minor injuries.

Somers was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident Deputies responded to a two vehicle accident at 4:59 p.m. in the 6,000 block of North Ill. 2.

A northbound vehicle driven by Amy Orsted, 29, of Mt. Morris, went out of control on the snow-covered roadway, crossed into the oncoming lane, and struck a southbound vehicle driven by Matthew Hey, 40, of Dixon.

Orsted was issued citations for driving too fast for conditions and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Jan. 24 John Roberts, 42, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while license suspended. He was held at the Ogle County Jail in lieu of a $10,000 (10%) bond pending a court appearance.

Tadd Schaible, 30, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for contempt of court. He was held at the Ogle County Jail in lieu of a $1,500 bond pending a court appearance.

Kaleb Harrolle, 19, of Freeport, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He was held at the Ogle County Jail in lieu of a $1,117 bond pending a court appearance.

Candace Collins, 26, of Belvidere, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. She was held at the Ogle County Jail in lieu of a $1,404 bond pending a court appearance.

Joseph Lewis, 40, of Oregon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for domestic battery. He was held at the Ogle County Jail in lieu of a $1,000 bond pending a court appearance.

Jan. 25 Michelle Donoho, 23, of Dixon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. She was held at the Ogle County Jail in lieu of a $343 bond pending a court appearance.

Lori Simpson, 19, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. She was held at the Ogle County Jail in lieu of a $732 bond pending a court appearance.

Deputies along with Forreston Fire and EMS responded at 3:32 p.m. to the intersection of Ill. 26 and Montague Road for a two vehicle accident with injuries.

A car driven by Sarah Kraai, 26, of Freeport, was southbound on Ill. 26 approaching the intersection with Montague Road when a westbound sports utility vehicle driven by Randy Zielinski, 66, of Chicago, was traveling westbound was unable to stop at the stop sign on Montague Road and slid into the intersection on the snow-covered road.

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injuries.

Zielinski was later issued a citation for failure to yield the right of way at an intersection, and Kraai was issued a citation for no valid license, expired less than a year.

Freeport Rural EMS and the Stephenson County Sheriff’s Department assisted at the scene.

Jan. 26 Deputies investigated a one-vehicle roll-over accident at 4:24 a.m. on I-39 at Mile Marker 98.

Joshua R. Lampe, 25, of Byron, was driving southbound when he lost control of his vehicle due to icy road conditions.

The vehicle slid into the median where it struck a guardrail and overturned prior to coming to rest.

Lampe suffered several non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to the Rochelle Community Hospital by Rochelle ambulance.

No citations were issued. Rochelle police assisted at the scene.

Jan. 27 John L. Gray, 79, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was arrested for driving on a revoked license at 3:42 a.m. on 1-39 at Mile Marker 112 after deputies responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch.

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

OREGON POLICE Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity.

This violation occurred in the 100 block of North Fourth Street.

Jan. 20 Laurie J. Giese, 61, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 9:41 p.m. for use of a cell phone while driving. This violation occurred in the 100 block of North Fourth Street.

Jan. 24 Duane A. Deuth, 59, of Chana, was arrested at 1:20 p.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Deuth was also issued citations for improper lane usage and illegal transportation of alcohol as a driver. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred in the 100 block of East Washington Street.

Jan. 21 Karissa C. Call, 24, of Polo, was issued a citation at 3:15 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.This violation occurred in the 400 block of Adams Street.

Jan. 23 Carlos Sotelo-Espindola, 34, of Mt. Morris, was issued a citation at 3:24 p.m. for having an unlawful tint window.

Troy W. O’Brien, 43, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 4:45 p.m. for use of a cell phone while driving. This violation occurred in the 100 block of North 14th Street.

Jan. 27

Jacob L. Payne, 34, of Dixon, was issued a citation at 12:04 a.m. for not having a valid driver’s license. This violation occurred in the 300 block of South Fouth Street.

Willie Singleton, 63, of Decatur, was issued a citation at 5:15 p.m. for speeding, 47 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 600 block of North Fourth Street.

At 9:28 p.m., police responded to a domestic disturbance in the 400 block of North Fourth Street resulting in the arrest of Devin S. Bailey, 35, of Oregon, for two counts of domestic battery and violation of bond conditions. Bailey was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

Eighty four parking tickets and five

verbal/written warnings were issued Jan. 21-27.

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

General calls for service through dispatch Jan. 21-27 Checking a Subject/Vehicle.............7 Citizen Complaints........................... 6 Juvenile Complaint............................ 1 Animal Complaint..............................2 Ordinance Violation...........................2 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem......... 8 Disturbance / Domestic................... 1 Assist EMS / Other Department........................................ 4 Lockout Vehicle/Building.................5 Traffic Stops.....................................15

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Troopers in District 1, which includes Ogle, Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties, recorded 12,261 incidents during the year.

In addition, enforcement figures totaled 5,350 citations and 5,905 written warnings, including 2,948 speeding citations, 49 driving under the influ-

ence of alcohol arrests, 464 occupant restraint citations, 267 distracted driving citations, 1,828 written warnings for speeding, and 240 criminal arrests.

Troopers assisted 1,246 motorists and conducted 1,567 Motor Carrier Safety Inspections.

District 1 handled 251 traffic crashes.

During the year, 3,728 citations were issued for “Fatal Four” violations.

These violations are most associated with fatal traffic crashes and include speeding, DUI, failure to wear a seat belt, and distracted driving.

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

Jan. 23 Amber N. Anders, 26, Rochelle, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, bringing contraband into a penal institution; possession of contraband in a penal institution, pretrial conference Jan. 28.

Noelle C. Batson, 32, Byron, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol,

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Billy J. Byvick, 42, Leonore, two counts of domestic battery, preliminary hearing Feb. 13.

Carol A. Hammer, 41, Oregon, residential burglary, preliminary hearing Feb. 6.

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Richard J. Christensen, 73, no address given, predatory criminal sexual assault, 402 conference Feb. 14.

Dustin A. Brehm, 29, Oregon, possession of a firearm while FOID card revoked, plea hearing Feb. 8.Â

Joseph W. Stafford, 55, Aurora, escape, failure to report to a penal institution or to report for periodic imprisonment, preliminary hearing Jan. 30.

Tobias M. Whetsel, 37, Leaf River, domestic battery, dismissed pursuant to a plea agreement in another case.

Joshua S. Cruz, 30, Rochelle, failure to register as a violent offender against youth, status hearing Feb. 8.

Bradley T. Starling, 47, Peoria, driving while license is revoked or suspended, status hearing April 10.

Jan. 25 Raheem M. Banks, 21, Chicago, unlawful manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance, status hearing March 14.

Carlos J. Delos Reyes, 19, Rochelle, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, pretrial conference Feb. 28.

Jan. 24 Matthew Steder, 27, Mt. Morris, possession of a weapon by a felon, status hearing Jan. 28.

Victori P. Fenske, 33, Rochelle, domestic battery, status hearing March 14.

Jennie L. Bohannon, 35, Rochelle, aggravated battery, status hearing March 14.

William S. Mongan, 25, Oregon, crim-

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David W. Richards, 28, Sterling, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, bond forfeiture hearing March 15.

Robby D. Sims, 49, Rockford, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, status hearing Jan. 28.

Jessie N. Thornton, 28, Chana, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, criminal trespass to a residence when a person was present, status hearing Feb. 28.

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

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Ernest Medley and Jennifer Medley, warranty deed to Joseph Somers and Dawn Somers, 36.2 acres at Lindenwood and Mulford Roads, Lynnville Township, 172,359.

Joseph Somers and Dawn Somers, warranty deed to Ernest Medley and Jennifer Medley, 128.1 acres at Lindenwood and Mulford Roads, Lynnville Township, $172,359.

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Ernest Medley and Jennifer Medley, warranty deed in trust to Roger W. Hayenga, as trustee for Hayenga Family Trust GST Trust No. 1, 164. 4 acres at Lindenwood and Mulford Roads, Lynnville Township, $1,217,500.

Alan Albrecht, quit claim deed to Lane Albrecht, 133 acres in Flagg Township, 155 acres in Lafayette Township, 76 acres in Flagg Township.

Alan Albrecht, quit claim deed to Lynnette E. Burch, 133 acres in Flagg Township, 155 acres in Lafayette Township, 76 acres in Flagg Township.

Lake Lida Development Inc., warranty deed to James R. Gellings, 228 Lake Lida Lane, Flagg Township, $25,000.

Mary Anne Head, warranty deed in trust to Mary Anne Head, 4471 E. Rasmussen Rd., Pine Rock Township.

Jan. 22 Christine A. Wilson, quit claim deed to William E. Wilson, 7611 Crestview Rd., Marion Township.

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Danny A. Meldrum and Susan L. Meldrum, warranty deed to Stephen R. Ramsden Jr. and Elizabeth C. Ramsden, 315 W. Second St., Byron, $117,000.

Timothy K. Guentert, warranty deed to Mark A. Roberts, 122 E. Merchant St., Byron, $57,000.

Carter L. Johnson, by Brett Johnson, his attorney-in-fact, warranty deed to the Byron Park District, 9.5 acres on River Drive, Byron Township, $81,000.

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BARBARA J. BARNES Barbara J. Barnes, 89, longtime Oregon resident, died after a long illness on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019 at Serenity Hospice Home, Oregon, surrounded by her family.

She was born on Aug. 1, 1929, with her twin brother Bradley, to William and Nina (Hardesty) Taft.

Barbara married her one true love, James Barnes, on March 20, 1947 in Decatur.

She was the mother of four, James Barnes, Virginia (Robert) Pearson, Alan Barnes, and Penny (William) Stoughton.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Alan; grandson, James Pearson; daughter-in-law, Diane Barnes; and numerous brothers and sisters.

Barbara is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and sister, Nina Whetsel, of Byron.

Family always came first for Barbara.

She and her husband Jim owned and

MICHAEL J. WETHINGTON

Michael Lynn Wethington, 64, of Stillman Valley, died on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019 in Polo.

Mike was born on June 27, 1954 to Ira O. and Matra (Overstreet) Wethington in Delavan Township.

He married Jeri Lee Honeg on June 6, 1975 in East Peoria.

Mike worked for the Plumbers & Pipefitters Locals 63, 501 and 597 for many years before retiring.

Mike was devoted to his family and friends.

He was right hand man for many horse and goat shows, for his daughters.

He was involved in helping at St. Paul Lutheran Church and School, church baseball, Ogle County 4-H activities, club volleyball, and the Norman Skare Museum in Rochelle.

Coaching Boys Club basketball and many adult softball teams in Pekin was especially enjoyable to him.

He loved being outdoors, shed parties, playing his guitar, watching sports, golfing, fishing at Rochelle Conservation Club, and horseback riding.

Mike is survived by his wife of 43 years, Jeri, of Stillman Valley; two daughters, Cori (John) Lamberson, of Chicago, and Amy Wethington, of Oregon; brother, Marshall Wethington, of

operated Bill’s Shoe Service in Oregon for 30 years and she was an accomplished shoe repair person.

Barbara volunteered at numerous organizations including the senior center, Oregon ambulance, and Lifeline Food Pantry and was noted for her pie baking ability.

She and Jim were also members of Black Hawk Twirlers Square Dance Club for 25 years.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 10:30 a.m. at Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon, with Pastor Michael Hoffman of Oregon Church of God officiating.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, Jan. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Private burial will be at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to the family. Go to www.farrellhollandgale.com to leave condolences.

Monticello, Kentucky; and sister, Shirley (Bob) Welborn, of Pekin.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles, and sister, Barb Wirtjes.

Special thanks to the incredible, caring staff at both Unity Hospice, and Polo Rehab and Nursing home, Polo. Also to our many prayer warriors that supported us through this journey.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 1 p.m. at Kishwaukee Community Church, 8195 Kishwaukee Rd., Stillman Valley. with Pastor Eric Tonjes officiating.

A celebration of life, open house, fellowship will follow until 4 p.m.

Internment will be held on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 11 a.m. at the Lakeside Cemetery, 1917 N. Eighth St., Pekin, with lunch to follow.

Cremation care has been provided by the Unger-Horner Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be offered to St. Paul Lutheran School, 1415 Tenth Ave., Rochelle, IL 61068 Kishwaukee Community Church, 8195 Kishwaukee Rd., Stillman Valley, IL 61084, or Unity Hospice, 915 North Caron Rd., Rochelle, IL 61068.

Visit www.ungerhorner.com to sign the online guest book.

ANN M. PROUD Ann May Proud, 93, of Mt. Morris, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt died on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris.

Ann was born on May 22, 1925 in Chicago, the daughter of Kasper E. and Barbara A. (Heckler) Lung.

She grew up in Michigan and graduated from Allegan (Michigan) High School in 1943.

She attended business school in Santa Barbara, California, and worked for Western Union in various places in Michigan.

While working for Western Union, Ann married David E. Proud on June 27, 1947 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He preceded her in death on Jan. 28, 2017.

They lived in Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids before moving to Lisle, where they resided for 31 years and raised four children.

After retiring, the Prouds moved to Mt. Morris in 1993.

Aside from raising her four children, Ann worked in a creamery and a factory, taught preschool, worked retail for Marshall Field and Company and Sears, and was an administrative assistant at the Lisle Street Department.

Never one to hide her light under a bushel, Ann shared her many talents, including working with Cub Scouts, Campfire Girls, Girl Scouts, Lisle Heritage Society, Friends of the Lisle Library, Lisle Parents-Teacher Organization, Laubach Literacy ESL program,

Meals on Wheels, First Congregational Church in Lisle, and the Lumen Christi Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Christian Women’s Association, Lisle Doll Club, and the Welcome Wagon.

During her years in Mt. Morris, Ann was involved in senior center activities, Geriatric Jubilee, Christian Women’s Club, Home Extension, First Presbyterian Church women’s group, mission trips, such as the one to St. Colletta’s in Wisconsin, and other activities too numerous to mention.

A devoted mother and master craftswoman and artist, Ann will be sorely missed by her four children, son, Danny (Robin) Proud, of Madison, Wisconsin, daughters, Kathryn (Kit) Reynolds, of Mt. Morris, Cynthia (John) McDonald, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Margaret “Peggy” (Tim Edwards) Proud-Edwards, of Aurora; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; brother, F.N. (Sharon) Lung; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents; husband, David; brother, Casper Lung; sisters, Caroline Lung, Barbara Banks, Helen Lung, Catherine Lung, and Betty Schoen.

A service celebrating the life of Ann will be held in the spring.

Memorials have been established to Lisle Heritage Society and the Mt. Morris Public Library.

Finch Funeral Home, 405 E. Hitt St., Mt. Morris, is assisting the family with the services.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS ARVEST CENTRAL MORTGAGE COMPANY PLAINTIFF VS. MATTHEW E. MEYERS, SUSAN R. MEYERS, ROCK VALLEY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTSDEFENDANTS CASE NO: 2017CH48 Property Address: 5482 N. German Church Rd Byron, IL 61010 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 6/8/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County will on 3/8/2019 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 S. 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: PARCEL 1: PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 7; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 38 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST 1/4, A DISTANCE OF 446.30 FEET TO A POINT ON THE FORMER CENTERLINE OF COUNTY HIGHWAY NO. 2 (GERMAN CHURCH ROAD); THENCE SOUTH 38 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 58 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE AND PROJECTED TANGENT, A DISTANCE OF 346.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 51 DEGREES 17 MINUTES· 02 SECONDS WEST PERPENDICULAR TO THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE A DISTANCE OF 230.93 FEET (231.00 FEET DEEDED) TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND; THENCE NORTH 51 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 02 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 200.95 FEET (202.00 FEET DEEDED) TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST 1/4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 38 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 257.56 FEET (258.36 FEET DEEDED); THENCE SOUTH 38 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 58 SECONDS WEST PARALLEL WITH SAID FORMER CENTERLINE OF GERMAN CHURCH ROAD AND SOUTHWESTERLY PROJECTION THEREOF, A DISTANCE OF 161.12 FEET (161.50 FEET DEEDED) TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 0.372 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, ALL SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MARION, THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP24 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 7; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 38 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST 1/4, A DISTANCE OF 446.30 FEET TO A POINT ON THE FORMER CENTERLINE OF COUNTY HIGHWAY NO. 2 {GERMAN CHURCH ROAD), SAID POINT BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND; THENCE SOUTH 38 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 58 SECONDS. WEST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE AND PROJECTED TANGENT, A DISTANCE OF 301.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 51 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 02 SECONDS WEST PERPENDICULAR TO THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE A DISTANCE OF 149.75 FEET; THENCE NORTH 38 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 58 SECONDS EAST PARALLEL WITH SAID FORMER CENTERLINE OF GERMAN CHURCH ROAD AND SOUTHWESTERLY PROJECTION THEREOF, A DISTANCE OF 181.20 FEET (181.69 FEET DEEDED) TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST 1/4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 38 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 191.94 FEET (191.7 FEET DEEDED) TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 0.829 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, ALL SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MARION, THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PARCEL 3: PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 7; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 38 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST 1/4, A DISTANCE OF· 446.30 FEET TO A POINT ON THE FORMER CENTERLINE OF COUNTY HIGHWAY NO. 2 (GERMAN CHURCH ROAD); THENCE SOUTH 38 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 57 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE AND PROJECTED TANGENT, A DISTANCE OF 301.27 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THEHEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND; THENCE NORTH 51 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 02 SECONDS WEST PERPENDICULAR TO THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE A DISTANCE OF 149.75 FEET; THENCE NORTH 38 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 58 SECONDS EAST PARALLEL WITH SAID .FORMER CENTERLINE OF GERMAN CHURCH ROAD AND SOUTHWESTERLY PROJECTION THEREOF, A DISTANCE OF 181.20 FEET (181.69 FEET DEEDED) TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST 1/4; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 38 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID NORTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 104.05 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 38 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 58 SECONDS EAST PARALLEL WITH SAID FORMER CENTERLINE OF GERMAN CHURCH ROAD AND SOUTHWESTERLY PROJECTION THEREOF, A DISTANCE OF 161. 12 FEET (161.50 FEET DEEDED); THENCE SOUTH 51 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 02 SECONDS EAST PERPENDICULAR TO THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE A DISTANCE OF 230.93 FEET (231.00 FEET DEEDED) TO A POINT ON THE FORMER CENTERLINE OF GERMAN CHURCH ROAD AND SOUTHWESTERLY PROJECTION THEREOF; THENCE NORTH 38 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 58 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID FORMER CENTERLINE, A DISTANCE OF 45.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 0.516 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, ALL SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MARION, THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 10-07-400-016 COMMON ADDRESS: 5482 N. German Church Rd, Byron, Sale terms: Ten IL 61010 The improvement on the property consists of: single family residence. percent (10%) of the purchase price due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance due within (2) two business or the following Tuesday. The property offered for sale is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in 'as is' condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. The property will NOT be open for inspection. No refunds. The judgment amount was at $178,187.86.

For information call Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, LLC, 150 N Michigan Avenue, Suite 2600, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 201-6679. CMCF.0041 courtresults@klueverplatt.com January 25, February 1,8, 20019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON ILLINOIS Freedom Mortgage Corporation Plaintiff, vs.

John P. Macpartland; State Street Bank and Trust Defendants.

Case No. 2018CH30 610 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 Judge John C. Redington NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on November 9, 2018, Brian E. VanVickle will on February 22, 2019, at the hour of 10:00AM at the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Administration Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:Commonly known as 610 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 Parcel Number(s): 24-25-253-005The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence.

Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The subject property 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).For information call Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60601. Phone number: 312-651-6700. Attorney file number: 18-005913.

Alan S. Kaufman MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 Telephone: 312-651-6700 Fax: 614-220-5613 Attorney. No.: 6289893 Email: StateEFiling@manleydeas.com January 18,25, February 1, 2019

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ANNUAL TREASURER'S REPORT POLO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING APRIL 30, 2018 The following is a statement of the Treasurer of the Polo Fire Protection District for the above period and does reflect the current combined statements, as a true copy of the Annual Treasurer's Report as shown: REVENUE SUMMARY: Real Estate Taxes $ 620,086 Interest $ 1,284 IL Replacement Taxes $ 9,526 Foreign Fire Tax $ 5,271 Other Sources $ 16,669 Services Rendered $ 140,081 Grants $ 2,897 Donations and Memorials $ 1,125 TOTAL REVENUES $ 796,939 EXPENDITURE SUMMARY: General Government $ 39,033 Public Safety $ 554,065 Capital Outlay $ 61,336 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 654,534 SUMMARY STATEMENT OF CONDITION GENERAL SPECIAL AMBULANCE Revenue $259,682 $88,708 $448,549 Expenditures ($226,564) ($75,191) ($352,679) Beg Balance $118,282 $46,959 $ 55,257 Fund Transfers $ 1,137 ($ 243) ($ 894) End Balance $152,537 $60,233 $150,233 VENDORS > $2,500 Alexis Fire Equipment $4,604; ATS Medical $43,380; Bergy's $2,762; Constellation NewEnergy $3,746; Dinges Fire Company $23,279; Frontier $3,351; IPRF $10,527; Johnson CPA, LLC $14,000;Mark Bocker $5,803; Mobile Electronics $6,596; Rockford Tech System $8,210; SCBAS $4,188; Scholl Insurance $15,244; Verizon Wireless $2,964; Wipfli LLP $3,578; Witmer Public Safety Group $4,275 February 1, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS ARVEST CENTRAL MORTGAGE COMPANY PLAINTIFF VS. MATTHEW E. MEYERS, SUSAN R. MEYERS, ROCK VALLEY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTSDEFENDANTS CASE NO: 2017CH48 Property Address: 5482 N. German Church Rd Byron, IL 61010 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 6/8/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County will on 3/8/2019 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 S. 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 10-07-400-016 COMMON ADDRESS: 5482 N. German Church Rd, Byron, IL 61010 The improvement on the property consists of: single family residence.

Sale terms: Ten percent (10%) of the purchase price due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance due within (2) two business or the following Tuesday. The property offered for sale is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in ?as is? condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.The property will NOT be open for inspection.

No refunds.

The judgment amount was at $178,187.86.

For information call Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, LLC, 150 N Michigan Avenue, Suite 2600, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON ILLINOIS Freedom Mortgage Corporation Plaintiff, vs.

John P. Macpartland; State Street Bank and Trust Defendants.

Case No. 2018CH30 610 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 Judge John C. Redington NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on November 9, 2018, Brian E. VanVickle will on February 22, 2019, at the hour of 10:00AM at the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Administration Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Seven (7) in Block Two (2) in Earl Cleveland Subdivision No. 2 in the City of Rochelle, being a part of the East 1/2 of Section 25 in Township 40 North, Range 1 East of the 3rd P.M., according to the plat thereof recorded in Book H of Plats, Page 73 in the Recorder's Office of Ogle County, Illinois, situated in Ogle County, State of Illinois.

Commonly known as 610 South Main Street, Rochelle, IL 61068Parcel Number(s): 24-25-253-005The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence.Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The subject property 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).For information call Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60601. Phone number: 312-651-6700. Attorney file number: 18-005913.

Alan S. Kaufman MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff One East Wacker, Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 Telephone: 312-651-6700 Fax: 614-220-5613 Attorney. No.: 6289893 Email: StateEFiling@manleydeas.com January 18,25, February 1, 2019

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