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LOCAL NEWS

Railroad Cars Derail Seventeen railroad cars derail and close down Pines Road. / 3

SPORTS

Tourney Time Polo and Forreston basketball teams win their regionals. / 15-16

Betty’s Column The search for information about six Civil War veterans buried at Fairmount / 6

Rebekah Zeigler, eighth grader at Aplington Middle School in Polo reacts after spelling “dalliance” correctly to win her fifth straight Lee-Ogle-Whiteside Regional Spelling Bee Thursday morning in Dixon. Zeigler bested Prophetstown-Lydon-Tampico Middle School eighth grader Lauren Cox, seated at left. See story on Page 2. Photo by Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com

INDEX

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Byron Library...........20 Chamber Chatter...... 7 Church News............12 Classifieds......... 24-28 Entertainment........... 9 Published every Friday

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Marriage Licenses.... 8 Polo Library............... 7 Polo Police................. 4 People........................ 8 Pine Creek News...... 6

DEATHS Bernice M. Kruse, Page 21

Public Voice..............19 Property Transfers.. 22 Sheriff’s Arrests.......21 State’s Attorney...... 23

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Rebekah wins again!

Polo 8th grader wins the Regional Spelling Bee for the fifth time

BY CODY CUTTER ccutter@saukvalley.com Rebekah Zeigler has found out in eighth grade, her life is much busier than in years past.

Still, the Aplington Middle School student found enough time to prepare for her final Lee-Ogle-Whiteside Regional Spelling Bee – and for the fifth year in a row, the Polo 13-year-old earned a trip to the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Zeigler beat 38 other participants from three counties Feb. 21 to win the regional bee in 28 rounds at Dixon High School’s Wiltz Auditorium.

The national competition is May 26-31 in National Harbor, Maryland.

It wasn’t quite like the 37-round marathon Zeigler had to survive last year, or the 43 from two years ago.

For the final 20 rounds, Zeigler and Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico eighth-grader Lauren Cox went head-tohead before Cox added an extra ‘c’ and ‘u’ on “oculist” – another name for an eye doctor.

“It was just as exciting being here. It didn’t make it any less exciting or just as difficult,” Rebekah said. “There’s always good competition, and there was more this year. It was a good bee.”

The pair made it through the event’s master list of 300 words before going to a more challenging list after the 26th round, where Zeigler mastered the drink flavor “sarsaparilla” and Cox danced through a form of polka called “schottische.”

Once in the new list, Zeigler made it through “rapscallion,” and Cox sounded her way through “specious.” Zeigler

Centennial Spelling Bee winner Ariel Foster take a turn during the Regional Bee. Photo by Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com then perfected “begrudgingly” before Cox failed on “oculist.”

“I had never heard of that word before,” Lauren said. “I tried to sound it out. It tricked me.”

Zeigler made it though “dalliance” to secure her spot at the national bee.

“She was really good,” Rebekah said about Lauren. “She hadn’t been there before. I was expecting someone to maybe drag it out, but I had no idea Lauren was going to do so well.”

Unlike a year ago, where competitors were gradually chipped out after each round, 35 competitors were knocked out after seven rounds.

Austin Shugars, a seventh-grader at Amboy Junior High, turned the “ph” on “ephemeral” into an “f” in the eighth round. It was a word he had seen before, but didn’t pay a whole lot of attention to.

“I did not remember that one at all

from the study list,” said Austin, who competed in his third regional bee. “I knew it was going to take one weird turn somewhere. It just happened there was a ‘ph’ in there.”

Wyatt Worthington of Tilton Elementary in Rochelle also was knocked out in the eighth round. The fifth-grader tried his hand at “egregious,” a word he had never heard of before and tried to spell in a way similar to “aggression.”

“I never even saw it on paper,” said Wyatt, who added that he “got lucky” by making it as far as he did. “I didn’t study that one.”

All of Aplington’s eighth-grade class and a few younger students cheered for Rebekah from the auditorium’s balcony level.

Principal Mark Downey made it possible after discussing with Rebekah about wanting more than just a few students to come and watch her perform.

“She did awesome,” Downey said. “It’s maybe a once-in-a-lifetime thing to have a girl who does something like that.”

Aplington has its fifth championship: three from Rebekah and two more from Christopher Rademacher in 2012 and 2013.

“More and more kids are learning that there’s a way to participate here successfully, and more kids are doing it,” Downey said.

Lauren, of Tampico, was PLT’s second straight top five finisher; Dutch Crady finished fifth last year.

“I’m glad to have the opportunity,” Lauren said. “I had a good time. I learned a lot of new words, and I learned what it was like here.”

For Rebekah, the routine continues as it did the previous four years, but will also find time to enjoy life as an eighth-grader.

“Eighth grade is pretty busy,” Rebekah said. “I’ll fit it in when I can. I’ll have fun with it. It’s my last year, and I’ll make the most of it. It gets harder every year. I’ll just study more.”

IN BRIEF Polo Farm Toy Show set for March 2 Farm toy enthusiasts from all over the area and beyond will attend the 34th annual Polo Farm Toy Show on Saturday, March 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Polo High School, 100 Union Ave., Polo.

Approximately 100 dealers will offer a wide variety of items, covering all aspects of agriculture and filling the high school gym.

The event is sponsored by the Polo Lions Club.

A 50-50 drawing will be held. For information call Ryan Shetler at 815-499-0176.

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.

Donation deadline extended to March 16 for Team Kate Benefit The deadline to donate items for the Team Kate Benefit has been extended until Saturday, March 16.

The benefit will be held on Saturday, March 30 at 2 p.m. at Barnacopia, 2570 N. West Branch Rd., rural Polo, to support

16-year-old Kaitlyn Marschang, a junior at Polo High School, as she battles small cell ovarian cancer.

In addition to the expense of cancer treatments, Kate has had multiple surgeries in Madison, Wisconsin, which requires frequent trips and stays there.

She is the daughter of Ray and Rebecca Marschang and has a younger sister Allissa.

Items are requested for the live auction, silent auction, and raffles include concert tickets, backstage passes, golf outings, ski passes, all inclusive trips, weekend getaways, hotel or condo stays, airline tickets or miles, and sports tickets or memorabilia.

AREA NEWS

BY VINDE WELLS vwells@oglecountynews.com

The axles of derailed train cars lay on the south side of Pines Road on Sunday after the cars derailed Saturday night blocking the county road west of Oregon. The road between Gale Road and Devil’s Backbone Road remained closed until Monday. Photo by Earleen Hinton beside the road.

The incident was called in by a motorist.

During the derailment one of the rail cars struck and damaged a ComEd

derailment.

He said the rail cars had been situated on the rail line since December. The line, which is no longer used, runs to Mt. Morris.

utility pole, which was replaced early Sunday morning.

No one was injured in the incident.

VanVickle said the recent extreme weather did not play a part in the

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The cause of a train derailment near Oregon late Saturday night is undetermined.

“It will be undetermined - either vandalism or employee error,” Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle said Tuesday afternoon.

He said railroad officials told him the brakes had been set on the cars.

According to a press release from VanVickle, 17 of 99 empty train cars derailed just before 10 p.m. at the Pines Road rail crossing just west of Devils Backbone Road.

The rail line is owned by Illinois Railway and is operated by Omni Track.

The cars, with no locomotive attached, were being stored on the rail line between Devils Backbone and Oregon Trail Roads.

“For an unknown reason the rail cars began to roll southeast towards Pines Road where the unaccompanied cars struck a derailing device causing 17 of the 99 empty cars on the line to derail,” the press release read.

Several of the cars came to a rest on Pines Road and in the north ditch area

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Empty railroad cars derail and block Pines Road

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Valentine Royalty

IN BRIEF Toy Show & Craft Fair March 9 The Forreston FFA Alumni will hold its 31th Annual Toy Show & Craft Fair on Saturday, March 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Forreston Junior and Senior High School. The toy show will be held in the Forreston High School gym, and the craft fair will be held in the Forreston Junior High School gym and cafeteria.

A wide variety of items will be available from vendors at this event. The toy show and craft fair support

the Forreston High School Agriculture and FFA programs.

The toy show will feature toy tractors, farm equipment, memorabilia, and collectibles. The event features more than 100 tables of vendors who come from all over the Midwest. The craft fair will have a large number of vendors offering crafts, food, candles, and other items. Lunch will be available from the FFA Alumni as well.Â

POLO POLICE Polo Police Chief Kurt Cavanaugh released the following information on Feb. 25.

Feb. 20 Melissa A. Alumbaugh, 29, Sterling, was cited at 11:08 a.m. for speeding 42 mph in a 30 mph speed zone.

She was released on an I-bond.

Feb. 21 Megan A. Fuentes, 39, Mt. Morris, was cited at 3:37 p.m. for speeding 46 mhp in a 30 mph speed zone.

Fuentes was

released on an I-bond.

General calls for service for the weeks of Feb. 11 through 24:Â Citizen Complaints/Assists.......... 25 Juvenile................................................ 1 Animal Complaints............................3 Disturbance/Domestic.....................5 Fire/Medical Assists.......................13 Lock Outs........................................... 8 911 Hang Ups......................................3 Traffic Stops.....................................17 DUI........................................................2 County Assists.................................. 8Â

On Valentine’s Day Polo Healthcare & Rehabilation crowned its 2019 King & Queen, voted for by residents, staff, and visitors. The King was Rae Rothermel and the Queen was Betty Witmer. Photo supplied

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Polo Community High School

Teacher Feature Mr. Reece

The Marcos

Drama Club Dinner Theater Review Did you miss the Drama Club’s performance last Saturday at the Chuck Wagon Roundup? No problem! We’ll tell you all about it and what you missed right here!

Mr. Reece has been teaching at Polo for 30 years.

He teaches U.S. history, government, geography, psychology, sociology, and economics.

He also taught a 6th grade Ancient History class for three years here at Polo, and a class called Big History Project, which combined history and science.

He has coached golf for 20 years so far, basketball his first 10 year at Polo, and 9 years of track.

Of all the 50 states that he has visited, Hawaii and Maine take the cake.

“Fast Freddie” wasn’t his only nickname in high school, “Big Don” was another.

And, he personally does not have one favorite student, all of his students are his favorite.

National Breakfast Week March 4th begins National Breakfast Week, so get ready for breakfast specials and prizes.

National Breakfast Week goes from March 4-8 — the first full week of March.

This year’s theme is “I heart school breakfast” and focuses on the most important meal of the day and to raise awareness of the availability of the breakfast because not everyone has easy access to a morning meal.

Millions of children across the country would not be able to receive breakfast without this program, what a great thing to celebrate.

Merchandise like tee-shirts, bags, posters, and aprons for the School Nutrition Association can be found at emporium.schoolnutrition. org.

So mark the calendars for the first full week of March and be sure to check out the cafeteria for a good start to your day!

And a special thanks to Mrs. Miller and Ms. Grobe for always having and making breakfast every morning hot and ready for us all so thank you!

Thank you for all your hard work!

We appreciate you!

— Becca Wiegand

missed again to have some wonderful dessert.

The final performance by the PCHS Drama Club was called “20 Plays in 45ish Minutes.”

In this show, actors had the audience call out a number between 1 and 20, and the number they picked would be associated with a play!

This year, each little skit was part of a western TV show, so everyone looked like cowboys!

There were skits from shows like Bonanza, The Rifleman, Dudley Do-Right, and so on.

After performing all the plays, the time revealed that the actors had completed them in 41 minutes!

It was an amazing show with some great food, and everybody had a blast.

Poetry Corner World surrounded by beast and men Moving on from the past’s ties Buds of a new season grow again Changes made for our wandering eyes We watch the day’s and keep them checked Time again seasons have stayed The cold and heat we’ve come to expect And the cycle is finally made

— Deven Laws

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

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To start things off, we were introduced to Chuck (Hayden Bittinger) and Wagon (Kyle Brown) who welcomed the folks in and helped them to their seats.

These curious characters were able to explain the agenda for the night and dismiss tables so that people could eat the delicious food made by Celebrations Catering.

They even thanked the Simmons family for the yummy cobblers they brought in!

Once the duo had finished their shenanigans and the crowd had

filled up on food, the actors took their places and got ready to perform the first skit of the night.

Between dinner and desert, actors performed a short play that was written by Polo’s very own Sadie Baumann.

Her adaptation of Petticoat Junction was hilarious in just about every second of it.

The play saw Ally Rhodes and Mya Simmons as the narrators, and there were even some other famous western characters in it too, such as John Wayne or The Lone Ranger!

It even included every single cast member in it, so nobody was left out. Sadie did an excellent job writing the piece and the actors did an amazing job performing it for the audience!

After that, the crowd was dis-

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LOCAL HISTORY

Ferocious winds bring words of song to mind

BY BETTY OBENDORF Curator Polo Historical Society I think there is a song with the words, “blow the man down.”

Sunday that is about what happened as we made our way in and out of the Lutheran Church.

I had pushed the door to hold it open for Kenneth when there was a very large gust of wind. The door came shut and pushed me back against the frame.

Thank heaven I was not standing in the center or I would have been flat on my back and someone was close by to steady me also.

I probably would have knocked us both over.

I was glad to get inside but then I wondered all through the service how we were going to get home.

On the way out Kenneth was at the bottom of the steps and about to let go of the hand railing when a big gust hit him.

He said if he had let go, he would have fallen backwards but someone was also there to grab him quickly.

So we have had several guardian angels lately and I had another one right before Valentine’s Day at the Polo Post Office.

I had several big boxes of valentine goodies to mail and I wondered how I was going to get them into the post office. As I pulled up Wade Cor-

Pine Creek News

By Karen Merlak This has been a winter of extremes, first cold, snow, ice, and now, wind.

We greet each day with extreme thankfulness for all that we have been given.

We thank our heavenly Father for the warmth of a home and the people we share it with. God is good.

This morning in church, we were greeted by Sandra Ford. Pastor Charlotte Hoppe led the children’s message for our sweet friends, Kaitlyn, Laura, and Harper.

Deb Ohlwine played double duty as a teacher during Sunday School and pianist during church.

This past Saturday evening, our church family held its annual

bitt drove up behind me.

He took my packages and helped me over the curb with ice and snow.

Then he even waited until my packages were all sent off and helped me back into the car.

We have been most fortunate in all this bad weather of ice and snow to have people help us. The ice has been most treacherous.

This week my job was to look up six men buried in Fairmount Cemetery.

They were all Civil War veterans and I needed to find out what company and regiment they served in.

I called on Linda Gall to help.

She always finds extra interesting things about people and this time it was about the Lockhart Family.

The name was Joseph C. Lockhart and I was familiar with the Lockhart family since they lived in Eagle Point.

Joseph was brought to this area by his parents at an early age and he died in 1927 in Eskridge, Kansas.

He was however brought back to Polo to be buried in Fairmount Cemetery.

In between all that he was in Company B of the 7th Cavalry, got married, had a daughter born in Eagle Point, and ended up living in Kansas.

The story of the daughter found by Linda was an interesting one.

Valentine eat-out at Galena Steakhouse in Dixon.

After dinner, Don and Vicki Hay treated the guests to something red, ranging from candy and treats to a toothbrush.

I joined in the fun of dinner and fellowship along with Larry and Judy Riffle, James and Nancy Hopkins, Don and Vicki Hay, Brian Toms, Charlotte Hoppe, Martha Johannsen, and Sandra Ford.

This past Tuesday evening, our PEO Chapter DW held its regular monthly meeting.

Our president Lisa Coffman presented her letter to our state chapter that recapped our past year.

I am taking a short leave from our chapter activities and hope to be back very soon.

On Saturday evening, the PCHS Drama Club presented its annual fundraiser dinner theater.

The group of student actors performed short plays with a western theme between dinner courses.

My nephew, Hayden Bittinger, participated with many family

ABOVE: Eagle Point native Caroline Lockhart poses on horseback with Buffalo Bill Cody. AT RIGHT: Caroline Lockhart. Photos supplied Caroline Lockhart was born Feb. 24, 1871 at Eagle Point but her growing up years took place on a ranch in Kansas.

She went to college, tried her hand at acting, wrote novels, was a reporter, owned a newspaper, and in 1926 she bought a ranch of 160 acres.

This ranch is now part of the Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area.

She added buildings and acreage until she had 7,000 acres. She lived at the ranch in summers and in Cody, Wyoming in the winter.

The ranch house was made of stone and logs and had a sod roof.

In 1989 the core of the ranch, which was six acres, was placed on the National Register of Historic

Places.

While she knew William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, they were not close friends. She did however pose with him on horseback.

She wrote about eight books and when she died in 1962, she was not brought back to Polo to the Lockhart family plot.

Instead her ashes were scattered over the mountains in Wyoming.

members present.

It was a very exciting week in Polo as the basketball team won the regional title.

Congratulations to the hardworking team and coaches on a great season so far.

We have many talented students in our little town.

Over the past week or so, I noticed a problem with my sump pump.

It seemed to be running, however, the water wasn’t moving.

With the recent thaw and heavy rains, the water started to rise and I called on my wonderfully helpful brother for assistance.

Ben and I inspected the pump and determined it had burned out from overuse.

The pump had probably been running with nowhere to push the water due to the ice and snow.

We can be like that pump working continuously until we burn out.

The good news for us is that we have a God that is comfort for us when we tire out.

He hears our requests for rest and lovingly answers them. Since

we know we are loved, we can be assured that His timing is perfect.

We can learn to trust God. We will find that He is with us in all situations.

He provides guidance when we are lost and comfort for when we are tired.

Building a relationship with our Father over time helps us to build our trust in Him. God loves each of us. He cares for each of us.

We can continue to find comfort in our loving God and get to know Him like He knows each of us.

I continue to be encouraged by readers of this article. I recently received a lovely letter from a reader all the way from Tennessee.

Thank you all for your lovely messages. I hope that God continues to bless you as you have been a blessing to me.

My continued hope is to fill our churches with those who want to know God. Please join us in our little church in the country. There is room for you and your family.

POLO LIBRARY

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.

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

Teen After Hours Program After Hours Program Friday, March 15, 4 to p.m.

Pizza and Scavenger Hunt!

Ages 13-18, Grades 6-12 Registration Required Book Subscription Box Pickup Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pick up your Book Subscription Boxes for March

Lifelong Learners Lecture Series John Lynn’s Freewheeling in Ireland Program Thursday, March 7, 7 p.m.

The best of Ireland - its landscapes, villages, and people - as experienced during an 1,140-mile bicycling adventure through the length and breadth of the storied and scenic Emerald Isle - taking in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

John Lynn is the only person to have photographed all of the Prairie State’s 2,400 cities, towns, and villages.

He has hiked, biked, and canoed enough trails, roads, and rivers in North America and Britain to circle the globe.

His colorful slide presentations describing his experiences, adventures, and discoveries have now reached over 4,000 audiences in three countries.

Registration is required for this program.

Book Discussion Groups Extra books are always available for these discussions. Please check one out and join us.

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

Selection: Heartland by Sarah Smarsh Friday Book Discussion @ the Library Friday, March 22, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Selection: Where the Heart Is by Billie Letts

Tinahely County Wicklow, located in Ireland, is just one of the places John Lynn has visited. He will talk about his travels March 7 at the Polo Public Library. Photo supplied

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Hours or Breakfast before Business.

This is the time to show off your business. Please contact us if you are interested in hosting a Business after Hours or a Breakfast before Business!

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

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

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 five-year 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, March 6 at 5:30 pm 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.

Non-Fiction Mike & Me: an Inspiring Guide for Couples Who to Face Alzheimer’s Together at Home by Rosalys Peel Large Print The Late Bloomers’ Club by Louise Miller

CHAMBER CHATTER Polo Fresh Market Grand Opening Week is Monday, Feb. 25 through Friday, March 1.

A ribbon cutting will be held on Friday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m. Stop in to see our new grocery store.

Dippy’s (formerly the Sub Shop) will have a ribbon cutting on March 1 at 10:45 a.m.

The next Polo Council of Churches Open Table Dinner will be Monday, March 25 at 5:30 p.m.

The Polo 34th Annual Farm Toy Show is Saturday, March 2from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Polo High School.

To purchase a table, contact Irene Short

at 815-946-3730.

Purchase your 50/50 tickets from any Lion’s member or at Scholl Insurance Agency.

Contact Ryan Shetler at 815-499-0176.

Proceeds benefit Polo Lions Club Projects.

First State Bank My Fair Lady Bus Trip is Thursday, April 4 at The Fireside Dinner Theatre. Contact Maria for reservations 815-864-2111.

The Polo Fire Department annual Spring Breakfast is Sunday, April 28 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mark your calendars.

The Polo Chamber of Commerce is looking for businesses to host a Business after

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School Early Out Early Out Movie Monday, March 4, 1 to 3 p.m.

Based on a true story of America’s most decorated military dog, a lovable stray who tags along with a brave, young soldier to fight during World War I. A triumphant “tail” of friendship, loyalty, and bravery above and beyond the call of duty!

Drink and popcorn will provided.

Ages 6-12 Registration required

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

Activity: Picture Frame Lantern Registration is required for this program.

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

Please note that some programs require registration.

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OGLE COUNTY COURTS

OPEN HOUSE

Hannah to mark 90th birthday

Stacy Noble sworn in as probation officer Stacy Noble was sworn in as Ogle County Court Services’ newest adult probation officer on Feb. 6.

Ogle County Circuit Judge Robert T. Hanson performed the ceremony.

Noble’s responsibilities will consist of DUI and domestic violence cases. She will also serve on the DUI Specialty Court team.

Noble comes to Ogle County Probation from Lutheran Social Services after 18 years, most recently working as an intake supervisor.

Director of Court Services Cindy Bergstrom said she and the entire probation staff are excited to have Noble join the adult probation team.

Keith Hannah, of Polo, will celebrate his 90th birthday with an open house and card shower on Saturday, March 30 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Pinecricker Banquet Room, 124 E. Mason St. Polo.

Send cards to him at 414 S. Wesley Ave., Mt. Morris, IL 61054.

STUDENT NEWS

Wright ties for first at math competition

Adult Probation Officer Stacy Noble was sworn in as an adult probation officer by Judge Robert T. Hanson. Photo supplied

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BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT NATALIE ANN DROZD Nate and Brittany Drozd announce the birth of their daughter, Natalie Ann Drozd.

Natalie was born on Friday, Nov. 30, 2018 at Swedish American Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces and measured 19 1/2 inches in length.

Natalie was welcomed home by big sisters, Lauren and Annabelle, age 2.

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Maternal grandparents are Dave and Gretchen Nelson, of Mt. Morris, and the late Lois Nelson.

Paternal grandparents are Dan and Kathy Drozd, of Oregon.

Great-grandparents are Carl and Leona Nelson, of Mt. Morris, and Bob and Leona Groenhagen, of Oregon.

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A Polo Community High School student was one of the top finishers at the 2019 American Mathematics Competition on Feb. 7 and 13 at Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon.

Ten local high schools were represented by 13 students during the 70th annual competition.

Patrick Wright, a junior at Polo Community High School, tie for the AMC 12 first place with Griffin Vos, a junior at Morrison High School.

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

Feb. 19 Drew E. Kaufman and Kristin L. Helton, both of Mt. Morris.

Michael D. Lanning and Nicole L. LaPointe, both of Dixon.

Mark A. Schmidt and Brittany R. Huston, both of Mt. Morris.

Feb. 21 Colin J. Fransen and Amanda M. Minnegan, both of Davis Junction.

Michael J. Garnhart and Andrea M. Waldschmidt, both of Byron.

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• WRIGHT Continued from Page 8 Wright was awarded a three credit hour waiver to SVCC; and Vos was awarded a $300 credit to Follett bookstore.

AMC 10 first place winner was Joshua Dolph, a sophomore at Fulton High School. He was awarded a six-hour credit waiver to SVCC. The oldest and most prestigious

Chicago actor R.J. Lindsey will portray English naturalist, geologist and biologist Charles Darwin during a March 3 lecture at the Jarrett Prairie Center Museum.

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The program is free and no advance registration is required.

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The 2019 Winter Lecture Series is co-sponsored by Exelon Generation Byron Station and the Byron Forest Preserve District. competition of its kind in the United States, the AMC is a national contest administered nationally to approximately 350,000 students.

The AMC identifies students with truly exceptional mathematics ability and seeks to spur interest in mathematics and develop talent through the excitement of solving challenging problems in a timed multiple-choice format.

Problems range from very easy to extremely difficult.

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Build-A-Barn Tack Sale will be Sunday, March 3

The Build-A-Barn second annual tack sale will be held on Sunday, March 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mt. Morris Moose Lodge, 101 Moose Drive, Mt. Morris.

The Ogle County Horse Barn Committee Build-A-Barn is presenting its first fundraiser of the 2019 season.

Most of the 2018 vendors will be returning.

“We have many new vendors and

an awesome variety of new and gently used tack, farmhouse décor, wood and metal signs, antiques, horse show clothes and much more,” said event organizer Lynne Radville.

The Moose Lodge kitchen will be open for food and beverage.

All proceeds will go toward building an exhibition horse barn at the Ogle County Fairgrounds.

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The Byron Forest Preserve District will be offering the fourth of its free 2019 Winter Lecture Series on Sunday, March 3 beginning at 2 p.m. at the Jarrett Prairie Center Museum, located at 7993 North River Road, Byron.

Chicago actor R.J. Lindsey will portray English naturalist, geologist and biologist Charles Darwin.

“Learn about Darwin’s five year around the world trip aboard the HMS Beagle and the many natural wonders that he uncovered along the way that led to the development of his theory of evolution,” said Mark Herman, superintendent of recreation. “His book ‘On the Origin of the Species’ published in 1859 transformed the way that we understand the natural world with ideas that, in his day, were nothing short of revolutionary.

“Darwin’s observations first gave us insight into the fantastic diversity of life on Earth and its origins, including our own species,” Herman

Stealing a phrase from the weatherman, March winds will to blow First Fridays back to the Mt. Morris Moose Family Center on Friday, March 1.

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

A jam session will follow until it is time for the traditional closing with “Will the Circle Be Unbroken.”

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

The musicians will be supported by a professional sound system engineered by Mike Bratt.

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

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GIVING BACK

Bank donates to Rock River Center Stillman Bank recently ended its “Purchase with a Purpose� Debit Card campaign in which a $1 donation was made to local charities with every Stillman Bank Debit Card transaction up to $20,000.

Stillman Bank officials have been presenting checks for $2,000 to 10 non-profit organizations throughout the Rock River Valley.

One of the 10 charities chosen to receive the funds from this campaign was the Rock River Center.

Initially called the Yellow Bird Senior Citizens Drop-in Center in 1975, then later Ogle County Senior Services, the Rock River Center has remained focused on older adults and the services they need to remain healthy in mind, body, and spirit while providing a solution to the social isolation of a growing population of older adults.

For more information about Stillman Bank’s products and services, call 815-732-7956 or visit www.stillmanbank.com.

Stillman Bank recently ended its “Purchase with a Purpose� Debit Card campaign in which a $1 donation was made to local charities with every Stillman Bank Debit Card transaction up to $20,000. One of the 10 charities chosen to receive the funds from this campaign was Rock River Center. Here, Stillman Bank Senior Vice President Pat Donahue presents Rock River Center Executive Director Jamie Nobis with the $2,000 donation. Photo supplied

DEMMER OPEN HOUSE Demmer to host open house at new office on March 2 State Representative Tom Demmer (R-Dixon) invites residents of the 90th Legislative House District to join him for an open house this Saturday, March 2 at his new legislative office, located at 105 E. First Street in Dixon.

The open house will take place from 9-11 a.m. “Until January of this year, my district office was located in Rochelle. It was a wonderful location that served my staff and me very well,� Demmer said. “I was also able to hold meetings in Dixon at the office of Senator Tim Bivins.

When the Senator retired, I decided to

relocate our principal office to Dixon, but my staff remains available and accessible through traveling individual appointments with constituents and mobile office hours throughout the 90th District.�

Senator Brian Stewart will also attend the Saturday open house and greet guests.

The office phone number for the Dixon office has not changed, and will remain 815-561-3690. Office hours will still be 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

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The Forreston FFA Alumni will be accepting sealed bids on a Massey Ferguson 1130 diesel tractor that has been refurbished by students.

The tractor is a late model 1964 that has 4,700 hours and approximately 100 horsepower.

It has updated features that were not available on early 1964 versions.

Larry and Dawn Mathiot donated this tractor to the Forreston FFA Alumni. It was a part of the Robert and Joan LaBudde Trust of Cedar Creek Farms, Cedarville.

The students and their supervisors made a variety of repairs and improvements on the tractor.

Some of these features include: new front tires, rear tires in good condition with power adjust rims, new engine clutch, new PTO clutch, repaired three-point hitch, new alternator and regulator, and

original paint.

Questions may be directed to Rod Wichman at 815-275-5615.

Photos of the 1130 are posted on the Forreston FFA Alumni’s website at forrestonffaalumni.org.

The website also contains a bid sheet that can be downloaded.

The tractor will be available for viewing at the Forreston FFA Alumni Toy and Craft Show at Forreston High School on Saturday, March 9.

Sealed bids not using the form from the website should include the name of the bidder, the bidder’s phone number and email, as well as the bid itself on a piece of paper.

Bids may be sent to Wichman at 5841 S. Baileyville Rd., Baileyville, IL 61007.

The bidding will be open until March 31, 2019. The Forreston FFA Alumni reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

The Forreston FFA Alumni is accepting sealed bids on this Massey Ferguson 1130 diesel tractor that was refurbished by students. The tractor is a late model 1964 that has 4,700 hours and approximately 100 horsepower. Photo supplied

The 45th annual Leaf River Alumni Event will be held on Saturday, March 2 at the River Valley Complex (former Leaf River School).

Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. A sandwich supper will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.

The program to recognize the class of 1969 will begin at 6:30 p.m. The basketball game will begin at 7 p.m. The alumni band will also be performing. Anyone interested in participating should bring a

musical instrument.

A $5 donation is requested for the supper and game ($2 for basketball and band players).

Anyone who is a graduate of the Class of 1969 and will be attending or anyone who is willing to help with the event is asked to contact Linda Borneman at 815-938-2129 or lborneman@frontier. com.

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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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SCHOOL PLAY

Spring production is set for March 8 & 9 The year’s PCHS all school spring play “Alice in Wonderland” will be performed on Friday. March 8 and Saturday, March 9 at 7 p.m. in the high school gum.

Based on the beloved characters in the book, the play begins as Alice, chasing the White Rabbit, tumbles down the rabbit hole into Wonderland.

She meets all its famous residents: the King of Hearts, Red Queen, White Queen, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Caterpillar, the Gryphon, Mock Turtle, the Dormouse, Mad Hatter, and March Hare, the Frog Footman, the Duchess, and, of course, the White Rabbit.

The cast of 35 along with a large back stage crew features a cross-sec-

tion of the PCHS student body.

Seniors Hayden Bittinger, Kyle Brown, Lexi Cox, Shannon Engelhardt, Tabitha Falk, Dustin Goodman, Jakob Kindle, Summer Linboom, Haley Melton, and Ally Rhodes will be performing in their last show at PCHS. Senior backstage crew Emily Boelens, Aric McConnell, Patricia Plachno, and James Watson will also be working their last show.

Many underclassmen are also in the cast and crew.

In preparation for their roles the students are working very hard to bring the classic characters to life.

Ticket prices are as follows: adults, $5; students (K-12) and senior citizens (65 and older), $3.

All children must be escorted by an adult.

For reservations call the high school office at 815-946-3314, or stop by the high school to pick-up tickets.

IN BRIEF Order roses and carnations Make someone smile with roses or carnations from the Polo Lions Club and Polo Chamber of Commerce.

Roses are $20 per dozen and carna-

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Contact any Lions Club or Chamber member to order. All proceeds will go to local projects.

The Red Queen (Shannon Engelhardt) shouts “off with her head” as Alice (Tabitha Falk) cowers in the PCHS all school spring play “Alice In Wonderland.” Photo supplied

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Turnovers and Wildcat freethrows end Polo’s season

BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglecountynews.com

ABOVE: Polo’s Brady Webb drives to the basket at the East Dubuque Sectional.. BELOW: Justin Young draws the foul from River Ridge’s Nick Parr in second half action. Photos by Earleen Hinton scored all of their points in the paint.

“If we had him the whole game, it might be a different outcome,” Messer said.

A Tucker Mumford 3-pointer gave Polo a spark in the third quarter, and Webb added two more scores on acrobatic baskets to keep the Marcos close.

Draven Wells also came up with a pair of baskets, as the Marcos were getting contributions across the board.

“We had a great team effort,” Webb said. “The difference in the game was River Ridge did a better job with the little things. Credit to them.”

Braiden Soltow made a key basket before the close of the third quarter to keep the score within 47-41. Polo pulled to within 49-45 on a pair of baskets by Soltow, but three turnovers in a row saw the Wildcats increase that lead to 55-45, with Ben Crist tacking on his 26th point of the game.

“He’s [a work] horse,” said Albrecht of the 5-11 senior guard. “It was more than scoring. It was his rebounding and defense.”

Young gave Polo some life with six straight points, and Soltow had a steal and three more points to pull within 59-54 with just under 2 minutes to play. But that was the closest the Marcos would come the rest of the way.

With a minute left and Polo down 63-56, Soltow had a 3 go in and out of the basket, and the Wildcats went 10-for-10 from the free throw line the remainder of the game.

What was also noteworthy about the miss, was that it would have given Soltow 1,000 points for his career at Polo. Young, who led Polo with 20 points, finished with 1,306, and Webb leaves the program after scoring 1,247.

The final indignation for Polo was seeing River Ridge sink 23 of 27 free throws after coming into the game as a 50-percent shooting team from the charity stripe.

“If they only make half those, maybe we win the game,” Messer said. “It wasn’t for lack of effort that we lost. That burst in the second quarter showed we were in it.”

(Forreston’s Feb. 27 game with East Dubuque will be covered in the March 8 newspaper due to press deadlines.)

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Polo had its chances against River Ridge, but it was turnovers that sent the Marcos home without a first-ever sectional win.

River Ridge advanced to Friday’s finals with a 71-60 win over Polo at the 1A East Dubuque Sectional on Tuesday.

“We prepped for their pressure, but couldn’t simulate it,” Polo coach Matt Messer said. “By the time we adjusted, it was a dogfight.”

Anytime the Marcos would get close, a costly giveaway enabled the Wildcats to stay one step ahead. Polo never held the lead once.

The Wildcats forced Polo into eight turnovers in the first quarter and six in the second.

“We got them pushing and taking shots they didn’t want,” River Ridge coach Shean Albrecht said.

It was Justin Young coming to the rescue midway through the second quarter. With River Ridge ahead 24-15 for its largest lead of the first half, the 6-foot-4 center made two quick baskets down low.

Brady Webb then hit his second 3 of the half, and Young followed up with another score from the paint, and the game was tied for the first and only time at 24-24.

“When Young started scoring, we weren’t rotating,” Albrecht said. “It became a cat-and-mouse game.”

With Young scoring at will, Albrecht switched from a 1-3-1 zone to a 2-2-1.

With River Ridge continuing to harass the guards out front, Young snuck in for another score before the break, but Polo still trailed 30-26.

Besides turnovers, the other major problem for Polo was Young drawing his fourth foul with 13 minutes left in the game. At the time, River Ridge led 37-31.

“They had no answer for JY,” Messer said. “We discussed leaving him in, but didn’t want to lose him for the rest of the game.”

With Young sitting out the rest of the third quarter, the Wildcats

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1A DURAND REGIONAL

Cardinals win a thriller over Dakota in 4 OTs

BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglecountynews.com Every single person in the jampacked Forreston gym knew who would be getting the ball in the final seconds of a 4-overtime championship game of the Forreston Regional.

The bigger question was whether or not Braeden Fyock would send the home team into delirium after 16 minutes of tension-filled overtime.

This, after another 32 minutes of back-and-forth regulation play between the Dakota and Forreston basketball squads in a 1A regional final that only provided a 45-45 tie with seconds winding down in a fourth overtime.

Someone had to eventually win, but would the game go into a fifth extra period or would Fyock break free for a game-winning open shot?

With Dakota’s defense stalking his every move, the 5-10 senior guard finally managed to find a sliver of space near the top of the key and quickly released and arching shot that found nothing but net.

It was over and the Cardinal crowd was finally able to let go of pent-up anxiety and explode onto the court to share in the celebration with Fyock and teammates.

“What a crazy game. They’d tie it.

We’d tie it,” Fyock said.

It took plenty of work for the final play to come to fruition for Forreston.

“I went back door and couldn’t get the ball,” Fyock said. “Hayden Singley set a screen and Mitchell Heinz set another one. I finally was able to get free.”

Wyatt Rockey, who had been shadowing Fyock, fouled out on Dakota’s opening possession of the fourth OT with a charge to the basket. Evan Flynn, who provided heroics himself at the end of the third OT with a long 3-pointer, took over on Fyock and had him in check during the rest of the fourth overtime.

“On the last possession, it was just a grind out,” Forreston coach Jonathan Schneiderman said. “We didn’t have much left. They didn’t have much left.”

With Forreston able to milk the clock for over 3:30, it was finally time to go and that lone shot of the final period sent Dakota into heartbreak.

“What an unbelievable game,” Dakota coach Mike Bartelt said.

“Both teams balanced each other out and someone had to lose.”

For a while, it looked like Dakota would not be in position to play in overtime. With Fyock scoring 19 of Forreston first 24 points, the Cardi-

ABOVE: Forreston coach Jonathan Schneiderman hugs senior Braedon Fyock after he hit a three-pointer in the final second of the championship game against Dakota on Feb. 22. BELOW: Fyock reacts as the shot falls. Photos by Earleen Hinton nals took a 24-16 lead with 11 minutes left in the game.

Rockey finally made a basket to break an 8-minute Indian scoring drought of only one point. By the time Ayres put in another score, Dakota had gone on an 11-0 run and took a 25-24 lead.

“We didn’t give up,” Bartelt.

“What hurt us were turnovers.

That’s been our bugaboo all year.”

With a chance to close the game out in regulation, it was three turnovers on the final four possessions for Dakota, the last of which was defensive specialist Hunter Rogers tying up Carter Drake on a drive to basket for the potential game winning score.

In the first overtime, Singley gave the Cardinals a 31-29 lead, but Ethan Greenfield missed two free throws. Heinz rebounded the second miss and converted one of two free throws. Rogers added another charity toss, but consecutive FT misses

by Rogers and Fyock gave Dakota life.

It was Flynn scoring a lay-up with 14 seconds left for a 33-33 tie and a Greenfield shot in the corner clanked off.

Forreston missed six of eight free throws at the end of regulation

and in the first OT, including three

by Fyock, normally an 86 percent shooter.

“That’s what I hate most – missing free throws,” Fyock said. “I was freaked out.”

Flynn made it 36-33 in the extra

period two, but Fyock came right back for a 3 of his own to tie the game. Even though Forreston had five straight offensive rebounds on a single possession, they couldn’t get the ball to go in and settled for a 38-38 tie heading into the third overtime.

Greenfield got his shooting touch back and went 4-for-4 from the line in the third OT and Fyock added an old-fashioned 3-point play. That 45-42 lead was erased by Flynn with his 3-pointer with one second left.

“We didn’t have a plan to foul, but we didn’t plan to give up and open three either,” Schneiderman said.

In the four overtimes, it was the same 10 players on the floor for both teams until Trey Engelbracht and Rockey fouled out for Dakota.

“Dakota took a lot of our stuff away – for a whole game and half,” Schneiderman said.

Drake, who sparked Dakota to an 11-6 first-quarter lead on three straight baskets, led the Indians with 17 points. Flynn and Rockey added 11 each. Dakota had 15 turnovers in regulation compared to only eight for the Cardinals.

Dakota (16-12) was 16-for-34 shooting, while Forreston (19-6) was 15-for-45. Rebounding was virtually even.

1A DURAND REGIONAL

BY ADAM FEINER afeiner@saukvalley.com No one had to tell the Polo boys basketball team that regional championships weren’t easy to win.

Talented teams of the past 9 years fell short, but the 2018-19 Marcos finally busted down the door keeping them out of sectionals.

Polo held off a furious charge

by Aquin at the Class 1A Durand Regional championship game, coming out on top 77-74 in a game that had the pace of an Olympic pingpong match.

“It’s about the relief of being hunted all year,” Polo coach Matt Messer said. “We were picked to be the best team in the conference, and there’s relief in accomplishing what we knew we could do.”

Polo (26-3) will have a chance to tie the school record for wins in a season against River Ridge in the East Dubuque Sectional semifinals on Tuesday.

Aquin (16-16) trailed 63-47 after three quarters, but got back into the game from the free-throw line and

The Polo Marcos celebrate their win against Aquin in the title game of the 1A Durand Regional on Feb. 22. Photo by Michael Krabbenhoeft, Sauk Valley Media beyond the arc.

The Bulldogs entered the bonus with 6:47 left, and made all six of their free throws to start the fourth.

Brennan Carlson and Tyler Broge canned back-to-back 3s to cut Aquin’s deficit to 67-59 midway through the fourth, as the Marcos

struggled with turnovers.

The frenetic pace was set by both teams right away, as the Marcos led 21-14 after one. Brady Webb scored seven of his 17 points for the Marcos in the first 8 minutes.

“It was about taking what the defense gave me,” Webb said. “I know we have guys who can score.

Being a senior, you have to know what’s best to help the team win in games like these.”

After the Bulldogs had cut their deficit to eight early in the third, Braidon Soltow answered with backto-back 3s to make it 52-38 Marcos.

Polo ended the third on a 9-2 run.

Webb scored five straight points on a 3 and two free throws, Justin Young made a layup off a crisp pass inside by Hammond, and Soltow nailed a baseline jumper just before the buzzer.

Aquin shot 43 percent (25-for-58) from the field and 33 percent (11-for33) from 3-point range.

The Marcos shot an efficient 57 percent (29-for-51) from the field, as Young finished with 12 points and seven rebounds.

n an attempt to stem the tide of declining attendance at the boys and girls state basketball championships, the IHSA is considering consolidating both events from two separate weekends into one.

That makes sense. Carver Arena in Peoria, site of the boys finals, is usually only half filled and the girls tourney at Normal draws even less.

I’ve only been to a couple state finals in Peoria and have some shocking news for the IHSA. As a fan, I had more fun watching the Forreston and Dakota boys engage in a regional final at a plain and simple high-school gym.

It wasn’t necessarily because it was a four-overtime thriller either.

The atmosphere I was soaking up at Forreston was likely the same at Galena between East Dubuque and Le-Win, at Durand between Polo and Aquin and for sure at Morrison between River Ridge and Pearl City.

Throw Byron and Winnebago playing at North Boone into that equation, as well, along with tons of other 1A and 2A regional finals all over Illinois.

Carver Arena can’t manufacture that. That state tournament is too sterile in its fancy arena with all the latest doodads and empty seats.

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The same applies to the football playoffs. The atmosphere at the University of Illinois is nowhere close to what is found at the high schools in the games leading up to the championship.

Yes, it is illogical that a regional would solicit more ardent fandom than state finals, but it’s true. At least in 2019.

Going back 50 years, it was the other way around. Nothing could touch the excitement of the IHSA state finals.

Is this a case of how different society is or a case of how high-school basketball has changed in Illinois?

The subject of a broken state basketball championship has been debated over and over by social media and newspaper columnists without one definitive answer. Plenty of theories, though.

I don’t have an answer either, but do know that being in the Forreston gym Friday night turned me on sub-

stantially more than being at Carver Arena.

Here’s one problem with the state tourney and was glaringly evident at the girls final. What is Danville Schlarman doing in 1A? Because they have an enrollment listed at 106.

But, with all their D-I talent, they made a mockery of the semifinal and championship games. What was the point of even playing them when they are so far advanced than everyone else?

Shocking that a school as small as Schlarman would just happen to have so much talent walking the halls.

Any hope Eastland had of hanging with Schlarman in the championship game was quickly erased after the 20-5 first-quarter deficit.

What was the point of even playing it?

The same thing may apply to the 1A boys event with Providence St. Mel. Whichever NUIC school that advances to the super-sectional to possible play consensus No. 1-ranked St. Mel, faces the prospect of going against a school that regularly beats 3A and 4A opponents.

How is that fair?

At least when the IHSA ran a

1-class tournament, you knew what you had signed on for. With four classes, there was meant to be a degree of equity, which makes for a more interesting tournament.

When one school blows everyone else out, it does the opposite and the tourney loses fan interest.

Was No. 7 seed Winnebago beating No. 2 Byron an upset at the 2A regional final?

Not at all. The youthful Indians are on a roll and continue to get better and better as the season goes on, which is a credit to the job coach Joe Murphy does at ‘Bago in nurturing talent.

The school that Winnebago lost to in the state championship game last year, Chicago Orr, is likely the team to also beat in 2019. Like Providence St. Mel, they play a 3A/4A schedule.

In fact, they beat Bogan, the No. 2-ranked team in 3A a couple weeks ago in the Chicago Public League playoffs.

Orr has quite an exquisite schedule, playing teams from Indiana, Missouri, Michigan and Minnesota.

Here at Oregon, a big road trip was nearly to the Wisconsin state line for the South Beloit MLK tourney.

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PUBLIC VOICE Dear Editor, In reference to Mr. [Jim] Barnes editorial, I believe it is not the position of a city councilman to try to influence the public to vote in a certain way based on his own beliefs.

Everyone is entitled to vote for whomever they feel will do the best job for the elected office.

The terminology of the jail being built downtown is misleading and false.

It is being built blocks away from the downtown. The geography is wrong.

I urge every registered voter to keep to your own values and don’t allow yourself to be wrongly persuaded from someone else’s vendettas.

Chris Corcoran Mt. Morris

Letter requires response

PASTA DINNER Pasta dinner set for March 5 A pasta dinner to support school kits for students at Mary Morgan Elementary School, Byron, will be held on Tuesday, March 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the United Church of Byron, 701 W. Second St., Byron.

The cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12, and children under 5 eat free. Pasta choices include spaghetti, mostaccioli, fettucine with three sauce choices.

A grant from Thrivent Financial will cover all food costs, which means 100 percent of proceeds will go toward the purchase of school kits for children who receive free or reduced-priced lunches at Mary Morgan Elementary School.

were only four vocal opponents to the project.

Since two of them were city council members the opposition was long and very costly to the project.

There was mention made of the residences “removed from the tax rolls.”

As long as there are other residences, or buildable lots, on the local market this is just a relocation of community assets.

It is important for a city to maintain a business/institutional core surrounded by its residential neighborhoods.

Not addressed was the additional annual operating cost of $1.2 million to transport detainees for a remote/rural location. Not a price to be ignored. That cost is saved by the final design.

Also, deputy safety needs to be a concern. Enclosed passageways from cell to courtroom are the only safe way to handle high-profile detainees.

In this day of vicious drug gangs and military grade weapons available on the street of any large city – deputies transporting members of this genre place their lives at risk.

When it comes time to exercise your right to vote – gauge your candidates on their overall performance.

Certainly, don’t condemn them for their strength to make a wise, well-researched vote that will move Oregon forward – not leave it mired in the past.

Sincerely, Ron Colson Mt. Morris

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Dear Editor, Last week’s letter to the editor regarding new Ogle County Judicial Center Annex (jail) by Jim Barnes in the Ogle County Newspapers really requires a response.

First, Jim and I have taken positions on many projects – sometimes in mutual support - sometimes diametrically opposed.

Importantly, after the final outcome we have always remained friends.

In all of these cases there is never a question that Jim’s position is heartfelt and sincere, but regarding his recent letter the facts take us in a totally different direction.

Following the points in the letter in order: • Two business leaders voiced opposition. The vocal opposition was relatively

short-lived. Almost certainly subdued when the prohibitively high cost of their preferred alternatives became apparent.

• Three hundred-thirty-six citizens signed a petition voicing opposition. We all know if you lay a petition on a countertop in a high traffic area it will garner a large number of signatures – some from the referenced area – some from parts unknown.

Also, it was widely noted that many of those signatures were obtained by persuasion. In any event, counting them all as Oregon’s population of 3,700 divided by 336 equals 9 percent.

That really shouldn’t guide the city in a process that also affects 52,000 citizens of the county.

At the end of the whole process there

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On-the-Road Seminar for farmers is March 18 Trucking regulations can be complicated, and farm exemptions compound that problem. Seems everyone has a different answer to each question.

An On-the-Road Seminar will be held on Monday, March 18 at 9 a.m. at Ogle County Farm Bureau Building, Oregon, to find out what local farmers need to know.

The two-hour seminar, hosted by the Ogle County Farm Bureau,

focuses on trucking laws—old and new—specifically for farmers.

Presenters will introduce participants to new rules, remind them of the old ones that still apply and help to figure out whether exemptions are available.

Throughout it all, those attending will have the chance to ask those farm trucking questions that everyone seems to have an opinion about, but no one can agree on an answer.

Trucking laws have been reshaped in recent years with more changes yet to come.

Rules recently affected include farmer exemptions, Harvest Season permit, Electronic Logging Devices, waivers for insulin-related diabetic drivers, a new class “C” license plate, Covered Farm Vehicle options for small trucks, and the UCR payment schedule and fees for 2019.

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Prairie State Legal: Know Your Rights presentation with one-on-one appointments to follow: Tax Payer Bill of Rights Tuesday, March 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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The seminar is free courtesy of the county and state Farm Bureaus, but advance registration is requested.

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Ages: 8 and up Get creative and make some cards for family and friends. All materials are supplied.

Linda Black and Amanda Braithwaite display their hand-crafted cards made with Rachel Ditmars at the monthly card creations class at the Byron Public Library. Join us for the next class on March 28 from 6-7:30 p.m.. Registration for programs can be done online or by calling the library at 815-234-5017. Photo supplied

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Bernice M. Kruse, 87, died on Friday, Feb. 22, 2019 surrounded by her loving family at the Serenity Hospice and Home.

She was born on May 16, 1931 in Thomson, the daughter of Charles W. and Kathryn E. (Eisenhower) Hartman.

She graduated from Lanark High School in 1949.

Bernice married Frederick E. Kruse on Nov. 15, 1953 in Lanark.

She was a member of the Congregational Christian Church, of Stillman Valley, where she served as Sunday School treasurer for more than 50 years, served as a deaconess, and was on various

gathering eggs daily.

She was known to many for her meticulous manicured lawn.

She is survived by her two children, Deb (Bruce) Bonne, of Stillman Valley, and John (Jennifer) Kruse, of Byron; two grandchildren, Brooke (Jamie) Adams, of Stillman Valley, and Brent (Arlett) Bonne, of Davis Junction; three great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Nolan Adams, and Camila Bonne; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband,

Fred; twin brother, Bernard Hartman; and brother, Charles H. Hartman.

The family would like to especially thank the Serenity Hospice and Home Staff and Rev. Chris Brauns for their loving care and support.

Funeral service was held on Feb. 25 at the Congregational Christian Church in Stillman Valley with the Rev. Chris Brauns, pastor of the church, officiating.

Burial was at the Stillman Valley Cemetery.

A memorial fund has been established for the Serenity Hospice and Home or the Congregational Christian Church.

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was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol, reckless driving, and obstructing a peace officer after deputies responded at 9:50 p.m. to a report of a vehicle that had driven onto the frozen Rock River in the 3000 block of South Ill. 2.

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

when it went out of control due to the snow-covered roadway.

The vehicle left the west side of the roadway, struck a snowbank, rolled over in the ditch, and came to a stop on all four wheels.

Alyami refused medical treatment.

The passenger, Arwa Aoabyah, 22, of Rockford, was transported by Lynn Scott Rock ambulance to OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, Rockford, for treatment of a minor wrist injury.

No citations were issued.

James Ball, 57, of Dixon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He had a full cash bond of $1,792.98 pending a court appearance.

Glenn Zekoff, 20, of Genoa, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He had a full cash bond of $1,008 pending a court appearance.

Jerry Heinze, 47, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He had a full cash bond of $3,453. He received a recognizance bond of $1,000 and is scheduled to appear in court March 25.

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

Feb. 19 James A. Hilliard, 44, of Mt Morris, was arrested for disorderly conduct and interference with the reporting of domestic violence after deputies investigated a report of a domestic problem at 4914 W. Oregon Trail Rd. He was transported to the Ogle County jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Austin Reeverts, 26, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Reeverts had a full cash bond of $3,625 pending a court appearance.

Christopher Rowe, 26, of Rockford,

Feb. 20 Deputies, the Monroe Center Fire Department, and the Lynn Scott Rock ambulance responded at 7:55 a.m. to a one-vehicle roll over accident with injuries at on I39 southbound at mile marker 109, approximately two miles south of Ill. 72.

A vehicle driven by Faris Alyami, 22, of Rockford, was southbound on I39

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE Illinois State Police District 1 Commander Captain Matthew Hodgdon has announced enforcement figures and activity for January.

Troopers in District 1, which includes Ogle, Carroll, Lee, and Whiteside Counties, issued 268 citations, 341 written warnings, and made five criminal arrests.

Speeding accounted for 187 citations, nine citations were issued for occupant restraint violations and seven citations were issued for distracted driving violations.

Troopers investigated 45 traffic crashes, assisted 375 motorists, and conduct-

ed 95 commercial vehicle inspections, 15 of which were placed out-of-service for safety reasons.

District 1 had two traffic crash fatalities in January.

District 1 officials also reported the following arrests.

Feb. 23 Xaena N. Littrel, 23, of Springfield, Missouri, was stopped for an equipment violation at 10:35 p.m. on Second Street at 18th Avenue in Sterling and was charged with driving while license

Jessie Thorton, 28, of DeKalb, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He had a full cash bond of $4,489 pending a court appearance.

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Feb. 25 Rhonda Cermak, 40, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear.

She was held in the Ogle County Jail on a full cash bond of $747 pending a court appearance.

Ashley Schrader, 26, of Shannon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. She posted a full cash bond of $471, and no further court date is necessary.

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other committees within the church including the memorial committee, and the Senior Fellowship Group.

She served on the 4-H Youth Council, the American Cancer Society, the Red Cross, and the Ogle County Homemaker’s Extension.

She was also a member of the Rochelle Christian Women’s Club, and served on the Farm Bureau Women’s Committee.

She and her husband Fred would buy and raise 1,000 chickens every year,

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

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

Feb. 15 Carolyn M. Gminski, quit claim deed to Michael A. Gminski and Carolyn M. Gminski, 14 Prospect Court, Stillman Valley.

Sterling Federal Bank, warranty deed to George G. Gregory, 608 S. Walnut Ave., Forreston, $80,000.

Timothy N. Greenfield and Catherine

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Nathan M. Straub, 36, of Rock Falls, was stopped for speeding on at 11:31

A. Greenfield, warranty deed to Ronald L. Blume, 106 N. Carr Court, Mt. Morris, $52,000.

Vernon W. Shetler and Cheryl L. Shetler, warranty deed to Ryan Shetler, 305 W. Wayne St., Polo. $45,000.

Feb. 19 Bettie A. Sullivan,, warranty deed to Louise C. Reinke, 1306 Northlake Court, Flagg Township, $181,000.

Cheryl Asbury, warranty deed to Lothan LLC, 306 Southview Drive, Rochelle, $55,500.

Mark Batty, warranty deed to Bettie A. Sullivan, 1591 Squires Landing, Flagg Township, $183,000.

Feb. 20 Emery F. Harmon, Emery F. Harmon IV, and Edward Harmon, warranty deed to Mark D. Pellini and Andrea S. Pellini, 432 E. Dixon St., Polo, $64,000.

Jeremy Pennington, quit claim deed Petry Home Builders LLC, warranty to Jeremy Pennington and Darci R. McCarty, 6591 N. O’Hare Drive, Stillman Valley.

U.S. Secretary of Housing & Urban p.m. on the Avenue G Bridge and was Development, warranty deed to DLMG charged with driving under the influence Investments LLC, 712 S. Seventh St., of alcohol, driving while license suspendOregon, $34,800. ed, and illegal transportation of alcohol.

Ogle County Sheriff, sheriff’s deed He was transported to the Whiteside County Jail.

All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

to Andy Houser, 1209 Joanne Terrace, Rochelle.

Feb. 21 Trenton A. Magnuson, warranty deed to Ronald J. Nemec, 8394 N. Kilbuck Rd., Monroe Township, $164,900.

Jacequline M. Moen, also known as Jacequline M. Noegel and Dennis R. Noegel Sr., warranty deed to Nathan D. Clark and David W. Clark, 207 S. First St., White Rock Township, $50,000.

Lothan LLC, warranty deed to Edgardo Turcios, 123 N. Prairie St., Creston, $42,500.

Richard J. Harms and Janaan K. Harms, warranty deed to Dennis A. Moyers and Cheri L. Moyers, 525 Lincoln Highway, Rochelle, $145,000.

Eric F. Lundin, warranty deed to Kenneth D. Rudy and Angela A. Anzalone, 2112 Southfield Lane, Byron Township, $152,000.

Jacob M. Roemen and Ashleigh M. Roemen, warranty deed to Allysha Young, 774 N. Brookview Drive, Byron Township, $140,000.

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deed to Brian Butorka and Paula Butorka,1043 Northwestern Ave., Davis Junction, $200,000.

Jean I. Lawton, warranty deed to Lane Adamson, 609 E. Colden St., Polo, $59,000.

Fannie Mae, warranty deed to Antone W. Kurzac, 103 E. Second St., Leaf River, $4,500.

Trudy L. Fleming, warranty deed to Martin Brantner and Nadean Brantner, 8603 N. Verde Drive, Byron, $162,500.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the Consolidated Election to be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2019, the following proposition will be submitted to the voters of the Mount Morris Fire Protection District, County of Ogle, State of Illinois: Public Question

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PROPOSITION TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE CORPORATE TAX RATE OF THE MOUNT MORRIS FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Shall the maximum allowable tax rate for the Mount Morris Fire Protection District be increased from 0.30% to 0.40% of the value of all taxable property within the District as equalized or assessed by the Department of Revenue?

YES NO

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The polls at the election will be open at 6:00 a.m. and will continue to stay open until 7:00 p.m. on April 2, 2019.

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Dated this 24th day of February, 2019.

Laura J. Cook, Ogle County Clerk

OREGON POLICE

Feb. 18 At 6:12 p.m., police responded to a disturbance in the 100 block of North Seventh Street resulting in taking one 16-year-old male juvenile of Oregon into limited custody for domestic battery.

The juvenile was released into a parent’s custody with a referral to the Ogle County State’s Attorney being forwarded.

Brianna L. Bendis, 25, of Mt. Morris, was issued citations at 9:09 p.m. for not having a valid driver’s license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 1200 block of West Washington Street.

Feb. 19 Jeffrey Milburn, 43, of Byron, was

issued a citation at 5:30 p.m. for violating the removal of snow from sidewalks in the commercial district ordinance, Sec. 32-35. This violation occurred in the 100 block of South Fourth Street.

Richard E. Jacobson, Jr., 61, of Oregon, was issued citations at 7:53 p.m. for no tail lights on trailer and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 1200 block of West Washington Street.

Feb. 22 Amaria D.F. Davison-Neace, 18, of Rockford, was issued citations at 7:42 p.m. for speeding, 46 mph in a 30 mph zone, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 700 block of North Fourth Street.

operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

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

Samantha L. Brown, 30, of Polo, was arrested at 9:50 p.m. for an outstanding Lee County warrant for failure to appear, driving while license suspended, and two counts of possession of a controlled substance. Brown was issued a civil citation for possession of drug paraphernalia and issued Illinois state traffic citations for illegal transportation of alcohol as a driver and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Brown was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

These violations occurred in the 100 block of North Fourth Street.

Nineteen parking tickets and 10 verbal/written warnings were issued from Feb. 18 through Feb. 24.

vated driving under the influence of alcohol/driving while license suspended, plea status hearing April 3.

Adam Marshall, 22, Byron, aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery,

disorderly conduct, pretrial conference March 25.

Steven B. Molina, 22, Rochelle, predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, aggravated criminal sexual abuse, pre-

General calls for service through dispatch Feb. 18-24 Checking a Subject/Vehicle........... 7 Citizen Complaints.......................... 6 Juvenile Complaint.......................... 2 Animal Complaint............................ 2 Ordinance Violations....................... 3 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem........4 Disturbance / Domestic................. 2 Assist EMS / Other Department....................................11 Alarm Response / Open Door or Window............................... 2 Lockout Vehicle/Building............... 3 911 Hang-up / Open Line................ 9 Traffic Stops....................................13

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

Feb. 20 Donato Belmonte, 32, Rochelle, aggra-

liminary hearing Feb. 27.

Michael Jay Parks, 39, Oregon, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, pretrial conference March 25.

NOTICE OF CONSOLIDATED ELECTION

NOTICE OF CONSOLIDATED ELECTION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the Consolidated Election to be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2019, the following proposition will be submitted to the voters of the Mount Morris Fire Protection District, County of Ogle, State of Illinois:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the Consolidated Election to be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2019, the following proposition will be submitted to the voters of the City of Oregon, County of Ogle, State of Illinois:

Public Question

Public Question

PROPOSITION TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE AMBULANCE TAX RATE OF THE MOUNT MORRIS FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS Shall the Mount Morris Fire Protection District levy a special tax at a rate not to exceed .40% of the value of all taxable property within the district as equalized or assessed by the Department of Revenue for the purpose of providing an ambulance service?

YES NO The polls at the election will be open at 6:00 a.m. and will continue to stay open until 7:00 p.m. on April 2, 2019.

Dated this 24th day of February, 2019.

Laura J. Cook, Ogle County Clerk

PROPOSITION TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED LEVY AMOUNT IMPOSED FOR A POLICE PROTECTION TAX Shall the City of Oregon have the authority to increase the available levy under Section 11-1-5.1 of the Municipal Code, for the purpose of police protection within the municipality, to a rate not to exceed .60% of the value of all the taxable property in such municipality?

YES NO The polls at the election will be open at 6:00 a.m. and will continue to stay open until 7:00 p.m. on April 2, 2019.

Dated this 24th day of February, 2019.

Laura J. Cook, Ogle County Clerk

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Tahwnee B. Spencer, 27, of Rock Falls, was issued a citation at 9:44 p.m. for

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

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Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS PennyMac Loan Services, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Stephen Rodriguez; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2018 CH 17 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 4/27/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on March 22, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 24-23-281-017-0000 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 820 N. 11th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-01263.

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Please contact Pam at 815-946-3660 for Polo.

Please contact Wanda at 815-235-8729 for Freeport.

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NEW TODAY Part-Time Teller Positions Available at our Polo and Freeport offices.

Please contact Pam at 815-946-3660 for Polo.

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The Ogle County Community Mental Health (708) Board is now accepting applications for Funding. Deadline for filing these applications is April 11, 2019. For information please contact: Cecilia Zimmerman, 972 Marsh Road, Oregon, IL 61061-9654 or 815.732.6762.

March 1, 2019

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Embrace Home Loans, Inc. PLAINTIFF Vs. Kevin J. Carlson; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2018 CH 76 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/14/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on March 22, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 16-03-304-007 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 411 S 4Th St Oregon, IL 61061 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-08176.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Embrace Home Loans, Inc. PLAINTIFF Vs. Kevin J. Carlson; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2018 CH 76 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/14/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on March 22, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE WEST 1/2, EXCEPT THE EAST 20 FEET THEREOF, OF OUT LOT A, IN HILL'S FIRST ADDITION TO THE TOWN, NOW CITY, OF OREGON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK A OF MISCELLANEOUS, ON PAGE 126, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 16-03-304-007 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 411 S 4Th St Oregon, IL 61061 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-08176.

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NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is lispecifically censed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes.

The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK PLAINTIFF, -vsRONALD JAMES BOLIN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS DEFENDANTS 18 CH 69 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on January 4, 2019; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on March 22, 2019 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.

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

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

Said property is legally described as follows: LOT FIFTY-SEVEN (57) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE FINAL PLAT OF ROSE MEADOWS - PHASE II, A SUBDIVISION OF THE PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN PLAT FILE D ON PAGE 8 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF BYRON, THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 801 Kingsway Lane, Byron, IL 61010 Permanent Index No.: 05-30-302-015 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

The judgment amount was $176,799.74. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. One of Plaintiff's Attorneys Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I3113239 March 1,8,15, 2019

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: WAYNE G. KERSTEN, Deceased.

No. 2019 P 9 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Wayne G. Kersten. Letters of office were issued on February 7, 2019 to Janet E. Stewart, 930 N. 11th Street, Rochelle, Illinois 61068, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, WilliamsMcCarthyLLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, IL 61061.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both, within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 14th day of February, 2019February, 2019.

JANET E. STEWART, Independent Executor For the Estate of WAYNE G. KERSTEN, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMSMCCARTHYLLP P.O. Box 339Oregon, IL 61061 (815)732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com February 15,22, March 1, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS ASSOCIATED BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DEBBIE L. TAFT, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF DEBBIE L. TAFT, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DEBBIE L. TAFT, DECEASED, STEPHANIE WORKMAN, CITY OF OREGON and KIPP MEYERS, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF DEBBIE L. TAFT, DECEASED, Defendants.

18-CH-53 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 605 SOUTH 4TH ST. OREGON, IL 61061 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on January 18, 2019, the following described real estate, to-wit: Permanent Index Number: 16-03-312-003 Commonly known as: 605 South 4th St., Oregon, IL 61061 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on March 8, 2019, at 10:00 AM, at 202 South First Street, Oregon, Illinois.

The Judgment amount is $56,799.98.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of Ogle County. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.

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

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

For information contact Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Veronika L. Jones (#6313161), Its Attorney Of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC Veronika L. Jones (#6313161) HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 740 Decatur, IL 62525 Email: Non-CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Telephone: (217) 422-1719 Facsimile: (217) 422-1754 I3111760 February 15,22, March 1, 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS ASSOCIATED BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DEBBIE L. TAFT, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF DEBBIE L. TAFT, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DEBBIE L. TAFT, DECEASED, STEPHANIE WORKMAN, CITY OF OREGON and KIPP MEYERS, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF DEBBIE L. TAFT, DECEASED, Defendants.

18-CH-53 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 605 SOUTH 4TH ST. OREGON, IL 61061 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on January 18, 2019, the following described real estate, to-wit: Lot 3 in Block 8 in Hill's First Addition to the Town now City of Oregon, in Ogle County, Illinois.

Permanent Index Number: 16-03-312-003 Commonly known as: 605 South 4th St., Oregon, IL 61061 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on March 8, 2019, at 10:00 AM, at 202 South First Street, Oregon, Illinois.

The Judgment amount is $56,799.98.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of Ogle County. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.

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

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

For information contact Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Veronika L. Jones (#6313161), Its Attorney Of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC Veronika L. Jones (#6313161) HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 740 Decatur, IL 62525 Email: Non-CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Telephone: (217) 422-1719 Facsimile: (217) 422-1754 I3111760 February 15,22, March 1 , 2019

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS PennyMac Loan Services, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Stephen Rodriguez; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2018 CH 17 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 4/27/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on March 22, 2019 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT FOUR (4) IN BLOCK TWO (2) IN STOCKINGS SIXTH ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCHELLE; ALL SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF FLAGG, THE COUNTY OF OGLE, AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 24-23-281-017-0000 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 820 N. 11th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-18-01263.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK PLAINTIFF, -vsRONALD JAMES BOLIN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS DEFENDANTS 18 CH 69 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on January 4, 2019; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on March 22, 2019 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.

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

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

Said property is legally described as follows: LOT FIFTY-SEVEN (57) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE FINAL PLAT OF ROSE MEADOWS - PHASE II, A SUBDIVISION OF THE PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 25 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN PLAT FILE D ON PAGE 8 IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF BYRON, THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 801 Kingsway Lane, Byron, IL 61010 Permanent Index No.: 05-30-302-015 Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

The judgment amount was $176,799.74. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. One of Plaintiff's Attorneys Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I3113239 March 1,8,15, 2019

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