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VOLUME 161 NO. 34 • SERVING THE POLO AREA SINCE 1857

FRIDAY, November 1, 2019 • $1.00

LOCAL NEWS

Daylight Savings Ends Remember to turn back you clocks at 2 a.m. this Sunday, Nov. 3.

SPORTS

TWIN DUTY

Girls Advance The OHS girls cross country team advances to the sectional. / 14

Hired Polo School Board hires Kelly Mandrell as its new superintendent of schools. / 2

Owen Cagley and Alivia Withers were out in Polo on Saturday giving twins Owen and Bentley, 18 months, a nice ride in their tandem stroller. Last weekends mile temps were forecast to be done this week as colder temperatures arrive with the chance of snow showers.

Photo by Earleen Hinton

INDEX

One Section - 32 Pages

Byron Library............18 Church News............12 Classifieds......... 28-32 Entertainment..... 9, 10

Oregon Library.......... 7 Oregon Police.......... 22 People........................ 8 Public Voice............... 5

Property Transfers...21 Sheriff’s Arrests...... 23 State’s Attorney...... 25 State Police............. 22

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Mandrell hired as new Polo school chief

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Kelly Mandrell’s travels up the education ladder continue, but her commute will be much shorter.

Mandrell, 38, of Polo, was named superintendent of Polo schools during Monday’s board of education meeting by a 5-2 vote. She will replace the retiring Chris Rademacher, 56, on July 1.

Staying home to serve her community was a prime factor in seeking the position, Mandrell said. Her husband, Jon, has been police chief since May, and served in college leadership at Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Murfreesboro and Sauk Valley Community College. They have two daughters, Laynie, a sixth-grader, and Macie, a fourth-grader.

“I’m very excited to continue on the great tradition of the Polo School District,” she said. “It was the right school, and that was the biggest thing. Our interest in the town, having lived here for the past 10 years, it’s just a dream come true.”

Mandrell has been principal at Pearl City Junior-Senior High School for 7

years. Prior to that, she was a counselor at Forreston schools and taught kindergarten at Stillman Valley and Rochelle schools for 1 year each.

Kelly Mandrell Her contract is for 3 years; she will make $120,000 in her first year and no less than that for the next 2 years.

“I look forward to working with the board, all of the staff and everyone in the community,” Mandrell said.

The board began its superintendent search early this summer. Staff, parents, and community members were encouraged to complete an online survey from the Illinois Association of School Boards to assist in the search for Rademacher’s successor.

Interviews to narrow candidates were conducted on Sept. 10 and Oct. 14.

Voting in the affirmative were Yancy Webster, Kellie Call, Mike Ryan, Bob

Cassens and Dee Mumford. Dave Bucher and Matt Mekeel voted no.

“She brings a great deal of knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to staff, students and our school system,” Cassens said. “[She is] already part of our community by living within the district, has two children attending school in Polo and a husband that is a strong leader in our community.”

Bucher had another candidate in mind.

“It was a long process, and I think Kelly will do a wonderful job,” Bucher said. “I just felt that another candidate would be just as good or perhaps better.”

Rademacher has been in education for 31 years, and superintendent at Polo for 17. He began his career teaching high school shop in Watseka, and moved into administration at Thomson, Carthage and Alexis schools before coming to Polo in 2003.

The Polo Chamber of Commerce on Sept. 30 awarded Rademacher with its 2019 Citizen of the Year, in honor of his personal fundraising efforts for the community, which has tallied more than $26,000 during his two decades in Polo.

Harvest Begins

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Farmers were busy in the fields before Saturday’s rain trying to bring their crops in. Here, a farmer picks corn along West Grove Road, south of Forreston. Photo by Earleen Hinton

SPECIAL EVENT

Churches hosting a Christmas food drive The Polo Council of Churches will again sponsor the Christmas Basket Program that provides food for persons in need for Christmas.

The sign up to receive a basket is available at the Lifeline Pantry, 113 North Green Ave., in Polo. The deadline ot sign up is Dec. 3.

Delivery or pick up of baskets will be Dec. 14 from 10-11 a.m. at the Faith Discovery Church, 801 West Oregon St., Polo.

Monetary donations can be made to the Council of Churches at First State Bank of Polo or by contacting local participating churches.

For more information, call Janice Deets at 815-973-3951 or David pool at 815-946-2087.

SPECIAL EVENT

Students recognize the different service members in the audience by handing them an American Flag, Green said.

“Over the years, this has been a very moving event for veteran’s in our community. Therefore, we would like to invite you to our school to enjoy this event,” Green said. Call Green at 815-732-5300, ext.

2335 for more information.

Here are some of the other area groups and agencies that will be honoring service members past and present with public events, all will be held on Nov. 11 unless otherwise indicated:

at the VFW, 1310 W. Washington St.

Oregon

Polo

The Oregon VFW’s Veterans Day observance begins at 11 a.m. under the large American flag on the east side of Conover Square, 201 N. Third St. A potluck meal will be at noon

A lunch for all area veterans will be from 11 a.m. to 12:25 p.m. at Centennial Elementary School, 308 S. Pleasant St. After the lunch, dessert, coffee, and games will be available for veterans in the school’s community room. A Veterans Day program will start at 1 p.m. in the school gymnasium, with Air Force One crew member and Polo alumnus Major David Plachno as the guest speaker.

POLO POLICE Polo Police Chief Jon Mandrell released the following information.

Oct. 21 7:25 a.m., Ashley M. Naber, 21, Chana, was cited for speeding 42 mph in a 30 mph speed zone. She was released on an I-Bond.

PUBLIC VOICE Vedra Scramble Committee says thanks The Forrestville Valley Education Foundation’s Vedra Scramble Committee thanks all sponsors, donors, volunteers, and participants for their contributions to the 23rd annual Vedra Scramble.

Rain or shine, the event is always a success because of the community’s support!

The Foundation helps support the educational programs of Forrestville Valley Schools, and any contribution is greatly appreciated.

The Foundation also awards scholarships to graduating seniors from Forreston High School each year, as well as provides support for district technology needs. In addition, the Foundation provides recognition funding for Project Lead the Way STEM programming, as well as recognition for Teacher of the Year.

Anyone is free to make a tax-free donation for any specific purpose. Donations have included memorial funds for

special student scholarships, or funds for very specific items in the name of a loved one. Donations are accepted at any time and always appreciated We hope to see you next year at the annual Vedra Scramble on Sept. 19, 2020 at Prairie View Golf Course!

Forrestville Valley Vedra Scramble Committee

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Mt Morris A program will be at 9 a.m. Nov. 8 at David L. Rahn Junior High School, 105 W. Brayton Road.

Former student Mark Robinson, who runs 5K and 10K races in full soldiers’ gear to raise money for Active Heroes Foundation and Semper Fi Foundation, will speak.

The Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts will present the colors, and students will sing and give presentations.

Call 815-732-5300 for more information.

Meridian Junior High School will have its annual Veteran’s Day Assembly from 10:15 to 11:20 a.m.

Friday, Nov. 8.

Veterans will be recognized, the band and chorus will perform, and scouts will assist during the assembly. Veterans are asked to arrive at 10 a.m. Call Kelly Gale at 815-6452230, ext. 4215 for more information.

Lanark Veterans and their spouses, and spouses of deceased veterans, can attend a breakfast from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Nov. 8 at Eastland High School, 500 S. School Drive. Call the school at 815-493-6341 to make a reservation.

A Veterans Day observance will follow the breakfast in the school gymnasium. The colors will be presented, and there will be a speaker.

The Lanark Legion and VFW’s annual supper begins at 6 p.m. at the Heritage Center, 106 S. Broad St. Meat, vegetables, and beverages will be provided; bring a salad or dessert to pass and your own table service.

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Every November, Oregon Elementary School students and staff host a student-led Veteran’s Day assembly.

“This year our assembly is on Nov. 7,” said District Librarian Kathryn Green. “The reception for the veterans in our community begins at 8:15 am in the Blackhawk Center in Oregon High School. The student portion of the assembly begins at 8:45 a.m.”

The OHS Choir will be performing the Star Spangled Banner and Oregon Elementary School students will be performing patriotic songs throughout the assembly.

“Students in grades two through six will describe what the five different branches of the military do and include facts on each branch,” said Green. “We have a fourth grade student whose dad is deployed right now so there will be a particular emphasis on the Navy.”

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HALLOWEEN DECORATIONS

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IN BRIEF Vendors and crafters are needed for Christmas Festival

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The Polo Christmas Festival committee is looking for vendors and crafters. Polo’s First Annual Christmas Festival will be Saturday, Dec. 7 with many activities concentrated in the business district. The Vendor and Crafter Fair will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the American Legion Hall at the corner of Mason and Franklin. Spaces are available for $20.

Call Pat at 815-994-3175 for more information or to register.

Upcoming travel offers through the Polo Senior Center Join the Polo Senior Center and travel to Savannah, Jekyll Island and Beaufort, South Carolina; or South Dakota.

Many Polo residents have set out plenty of decorations for the 2019 Halloween season. Above, a spooky zombie tries to fight his way out of the Earth. Below, a giant spider awaits Trick-or-Treaters. Photos by Earleen Hinton

South Carolina The chartered bus will leave Sunday, March 22 and return on Saturday, March 28, 2020.

This trip is for seven days and six nights, including four consecutive nights in the Savannah area, and ten meals (six breakfasts and four dinners).

The schedule includes a guided trolley tour of Savannah and Beaufort “Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands” and Parris Island Marine Base, an evening show at Savannah Theater, guided tour of St. Simons Islands, and guided tram tour of Jekyll Island.

The price of this trip for double occupancy is $815 per person. Triple occupancy and single occupancy pricing and travel insurance are also available.

A $75 deposit is due upon sign up and final payment will be due on Jan. 15.

For more information or to make a reservation, call the Polo Senior Center at 815-946-3818 and ask for Barb or call 815-238-8645.

South Dakota The chartered bus will leave Sunday, Aug. 30 and return on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020.

This trip is for ten days and nine nights, including four consecutive nights South Dakota, and 16 meals (nine breakfasts and seven dinners).

The schedule includes Mt. Rushmore, Wildlife Loop Road at Custer State Park, admission to the Journey Museum, guided tour of Deadwood and gaming at Deadwood Casino, visit to Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, and a guided tour of Yellowstone National Park.

The price of this trip for double occupancy is $1,260 per person. Triple occupancy and single occupancy pricing and travel insurance are also available.

A $75 deposit is due upon sign up and final payment will be due on June 23.

For more information or to make a reservation, call the Polo Senior Center at 815-946-3818 and ask for Barb or call 815-238-8645.

SCHOOL NEWS

LIVE THEATER

Jakob Kindle was September Student of the Month at Polo Community High School.

Jakob Kindle is PCHS’ Student of the Month Jakob Kindle has been named September student of the month at Polo Community High School.

Jakob is involved in many activities in school including basketball, self-defense club, student council, spanish club, drama club and FCCLA. Outside of school, he is active in his youth group, playing video games and spending time with family.

After high school, he plans on going to school out of the state and

majoring in biomedical engineering.

His key to being successful in high school is to put in the effort. The more effort and time you give, the more you will get out of it; whether it be clubs, sports, or academics, you will get some lessons that will carry to your adult life.

Jakob’s life philosophy is that someone is always going to be “better than you”.

Just do your best and enjoy the time you have. He says “We’re here to love and enjoy the gift of life”

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ters including Dorothy (Morgan McBride), Heidi (Sadie Baumann), Pollyanna (Kassidy Scott), Robin Hood (Devin Rucker), Sherlock Holmes (Jakob Kindle), Tom Sawyer (Caleb Scott), and many more save the day?

Classic literary comedy runs throughout this unusual plot.

Performances will be at 7 p.m.

Nov. 8 and 9 in the high school gym.

Ticket prices are $5 for adults, and $3 for students (K-12) and senior citizens; children must be escorted by an adult.

This play is fun for all ages. To make reservations for either performance, you may call the high school office at 815-946-3314, or stop by the high school to pick-up tickets.

Tickets will be available at the door for both performances.

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CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD Omaha Nebraska Thurs. Dec. 5 – Sun., Dec. 8, 2019

A Madrigal Christmas Feast Dinner Show

Christmas in Greece Meal at Greek Orthodox

An Irish Christmas at Boys Town

A Victorian Christmas at General Crook’s House

Christmas at Union Station A Christmas Carol MusicalOmaha Playhouse

Omaha Symphony Celebration Show

Coffee/ Kolaches at the Czech Museum

Visit the Retro Hollywood Candy Warehouse

Hotel, bus transportation and some meals included.

Please call Betty Snitchler at 815-440-6419 for a detailed itinerary and pricing

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This year PCHS Drama Club is sponsoring the Fall Play “The Enchanted Bookshop,” which is a delightful story of an off-beat bookshop in New York.

This fun, fast paced play will be enjoyable for all who attend.

The cast of 23 students is hard at work on the production.

The play is about a bookshop that is owned by Margie (Coley Ziegler), who is on the edge of losing her store.

The characters in the books she sells are concerned that they might lose their “unique” home.

Mix in two jewel thieves and the audience is whisked away in this delightful witty story. Will the jewel thieves (Blake Diehl, Alyssa Wakenight) successfully use the bookshop for their illegal activities?

Will the storybook charac-

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LOCAL HISTORY

Last week planes, this week back to the Civil War

BY BETTY OBENDORF Curator Polo Historical Society Last week in the column we were getting ready in August for the big show at the airport that was held in September.

We were thinking planes, standing in lines, and perhaps hot days in 1946. My focus was getting all the information together with pictures and articles to send to Arizona to Mike. He will be restoring the B-17 now in pieces in Montana.

How quickly in a few days the focus changed from subject area and time frame in our history.

This week it was back before the Civil War and what was going on with the Underground Railroad in our area. I had been contacted by Eric Norwood, a student of Waubonsee Community College of Sugar Grove.

He is doing a photo essay on the Underground Railroad and he needed the part that took place in

Pine Creek News

By Karen Merlak Even when we are in the storm, we know the sun will return. This is the continuous hope we have when we focus our lives on Jesus. For the gift of hope of a new day, we thank our heavenly Father.

This is the day that He has made, so we will rejoice.

This morning in church, we were greeted by Don and Vicki Hay. Our special music was a piano performance by Marla Buskohl.

She played the song “I Want Jesus to Walk with Me.” We are always very glad to have Marla share her many talents with our family.

Ogle County. He had already been to Byron and there he bought the book Will Wamsley and I did on the abolitionists of this area. He needed pictures of the Maltby Home where Bill Hammer now lives.

I met Eric and his friend Adolph as they came in the door of the museum. I told them we would be heading up the street to Aplington House to see the Underground Railroad display.

This would quickly give Eric the information of what went on and he could photograph the display boards.

The boards would give him the people involved, all the lines as to where they came from and where they went.

As he stood in front of the display boards reading, he turned to me and said, “You are right. It is all falling into place and answers my questions.”

While Eric was photographing, Adolph turned to me and said, “Do

you know anything about the Peek Home and the family with all the kids that lived there?” I told him that he was talking about the Holland family who purchased the home and lived there for a while.

It is again a small world because Adolph Celinas (probably not spelled correctly) is a good, good friend of the family.

Mr. Celinas is a retired air traffic controller and he trained Mr. Holland. He became a friend of the family and has kept in touch with all the kids. He proceeded to fill me in.

I had trouble keeping track of what each Holland kid was doing today and answering Eric’s questions about the Underground Railroad of years ago.

I am no spring chicken and I think that is multitasking!!

I felt my job was to focus on correct information for Eric. I did grasp that each Holland child is successful!!

We finished at Aplington House

and came back to the museum where we started going through the big book that has been documented on the Underground Railroad in this area. I settled Adolph nearby with my book on the Civil War about the 15th Regiment.

Eric and I worked together on what needed to be copied for his work at the college and soon we were finished.

He was pleased with the information he had gotten. Then we were headed out to Bill Hammer’s place to get pictures of the Maltby House.

As we went out the door of the museum, Adolph had purchased a copy of the book on the 15th Regiment.

I knew he would find it interesting and people are giving us great reviews.

I am sorry I cannot tell you much about the Holland family, but the kids all have great jobs and they are all busy!

Pastor Charlotte Hoppe led the children’s message for our young friend, Amelia. I had the fun task of teaching Amelia in Sunday School this morning. We had a wonderful conversation about all the good things God has done for us.

This past week, I traveled to Wisconsin for work. The drive was beautiful as the trees were showing their best colors.

I enjoyed the peaceful trip and meeting a great team in the city of New Berlin.

The high school football team has made their presence known this season. Congratulations to the players, coaches, and fans of the Polo Marcos on their undefeated season. Good luck in the upcoming playoffs!

The Polo High School drama club students have been learning lines and practicing for their upcoming performance of “The Enchanted Book Shop.”

My nephew, Garrett Bittinger, has been hard at work in the play and in the planning.

The performances will be Friday

and Saturday evenings on November 8th and 9th at the Polo High School. Ticket information will be available at the high school office.

Come and support these talented students under the direction of Beth Wiegmann.

Over the weekend, there was much talk about the weather and the upcoming changes.

The forecast is calling for wintry conditions just as we are getting used to the fall season.

Snowflakes at the end of October do not usher in feelings of excitement.

While I have been vocal about my frustration about driving in the snow, there is a beauty in watching millions of unique snowflakes fall from the sky.

There is beauty in all of God’s creations.

We can look on in amazement at the gifts we have been given in nature.

Just like the flowers in spring and summer, the colorful leaves in fall, and even the snowflakes of winter

hold unique beauty, so does each of us.

We are all wonderful creations of His We are His children.

We belong to the Father and He knows each of us, better than we know ourselves. Everyone is important and cherished by our God. Sometimes, it isn’t for us to remember that God loves each of us and we should love one another.

Family, friends, neighbors, and strangers are all part of God’s unique and beautiful creation.

Now is the time to let that love known, not only in words, but in deeds.

When we show love to one another, we show our love for God. I hope to see you next week at our church where we will welcome you as family.

Please join us for a time of prayer, worship, praise, and song.

As a reminder, we will be turning our clocks back this weekend as daylight savings time comes to an end.

Our family is ready to greet you each Sunday morning.

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CHAMBER CHATTER

Polo Christmas Festival Dec. 7: Start the morning off with Santa for breakfast. End your day with the Festival of Tree Lighting. Watch for more information.

simple conversation over coffee and refreshments.

As a ministry of the Polo Council of Churches we hope you will join is for an opportunity to get to know our neighbors better by attending the “Our Table Community Meal” on the last Monday of the month, Nov. 25 at Faith UMC, 702 E. Dixon, Polo. Come join us as we offer everyone a free home-cooked meal from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Monthly Events The next Coffee with a Cop will be Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Polo Police Department, in partnership with our friends at the Polo Public Library, invite you to join us for

Weekly Events 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

so that we can announce your special business celebration during our Annual Dinner.

Business after Hours If you are interested and would like to host a Business after Hours or Breakfast before Business give the Chamber a call at 815-946-3131.

Board Meeting The next Polo Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting will be Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 5:30 p.m. at the Polo Firehouse.

Certificates of Recognition 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

Get the word out Contact The Polo Chamber of Commerce at 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, Chamber Face Book Page andor the Chamber Chatter.

Saturday, Nov. 30, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pick up your Book Subscription Boxes

necessary. They will return every fourth Wednesday of each month.

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

LIBRARY NEWS Polo Public Library News All programs are free (unless otherwise noted) and accessible. Please note that some programs require registration.

Library Closed Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 Thanksgiving Holiday Book Sale Help us make space for new items. Fill a bag with sale books for $1.

Food For Fines Nov. 4-9 For every non-perishable food item or personal care item donated, we will forgive $1 in fines. This does not apply to lost and damaged materials. Items will be donated to the Polo Lifeline Pantry.

Healthy Eating on a Budget Thursday, Nov. 7, 6-7 p.m.

University of Illinois Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Marilyn Csernus will present Healthy Eating on a Budget, This informative program will include discussions on healthy meal planning using economical shopping tips. Participants will be provided budget friendly recipes to try at home. Registration required Coffee with a Cop Wednesday, Nov. 20, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join us for refreshments and conversation the 3rd Wednesday each month.

Family Reading Night All ages are welcome Thursday, Nov. 21, 5:30–7 p.m.

Come with the whole family for a

celebration of reading with some fun stories and activities.

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

Lego Challenge: Secret Zoo Ages 8-14 Tuesday, Nov. 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

The marble run must resemble a roller coaster. It must have a turn or curve in it. A marble must travel the path. Registration required Tales for Tots Pre-K-Kindergarten Story Time Ages 3-5 Saturday, Nov. 16, 10:30–11:15 a.m.

Theme: Pumpkins Book: The Very Best Pumpkin by Mark Kimball Moulton Parent-guardian-caregiver must stay with child during the program. Registration required Pokemon Club Ages 8-14 Tuesday, Nov. 26, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

This club is open to Pokémon card collectors. Join in to play games and trade cards. Registration required Teen Programs Teen Scene Ages 13-18 Tuesday, Nov. 26, 5:30-7 p.m.

Yahtzee tournament. Registration required Book Subscription Box Pickup

Adult Programs Pinterest Party Tuesday, Nov. 5, 6–7 p.m.

Activity: Joy Wooden Sign. Registration required Yoga Monday, Nov. 18, 6–7 p.m.

Krystal from ADM Studios in Oregon will be the instructor.

Bring a mat if you have one Registration required Euchre Thursday, Nov. 21, 5:30-7 p.m.

Time to play cards, bring a friend Rock River Center representative Wednesday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m.–noon 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

Friday Book Discussion at the Library Friday, Nov. 22, 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Selection: Midnight in Chernobyl by Adam Higginbotham Afternoon Book Club at the Library Monday, Nov. 25, 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Selection: Becoming by Michelle Obama Polo Public Library, 302 Mason St., Polo, IL 61064 Phone: 815-946-2713, email: library@ pololibrary.org www.pololibrary.org or visit us on Facebook/Polo Public Library and “Like” us.

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you to join them for Cinnamon Rolls or Donuts at every Friday Morning at 8:30 a.m.

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Annual Fall Supper St Mark’s Lutheran Church, Polo will be serving their Annual Fall Supper on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. There also will be a bake sale and bazaar.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

SPECIAL PRESENTATION

Three local veterans receive Quilts of Valor

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Leona and Bob Groenhagen

Groenhagens to mark 70 years of marriage Nov. 8 Mr. and Mrs. Robert Groenhagen will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary on Nov. 8.

Bob and Leona were married on Nov. 8, 1949 at the Emmanuel Evangelical Church at Paynes Point.

Bob has farmed all of his life around the Stillman Valley/Oregon, Illinois area. Leona has been by his side as a dedicated homemaker. Both have been and continue to be active in church and community activities.

They are the parents of four chil-

Three area veterans received Quilts of Valor during a recent presentation.

Receiving quilts were James Anstett, 76, Peoria, an Army Veteran who served in the Vietnam War, Carl Nelson, 91, Mt. Morris, an Army Veteran, who served in WWII and the Korean War; and Chuck Snyder, 94, Leaf River, a Navy Veteran, who, served in WWII and the Korean War. Chuck’s wife, Joan, represented him at the presentation.

Presenting the quilts was Ann Oljuic, group leader of the local chapter of Quilts of Valor.

The 22 member group has been together since 2017 and is a part of the Lucky Quilt Shop, Pecatonica, which is a member of the parent organization, The Quilts of Valor

Foundation.

The foundation is a national program which has many members across the country as well as quilt shops from every state in the nation.

As of Oct. 24, there have been 22, 680 presentations this year with a total of 231,790 quilts awarded since the QOV Foundation began in 2003.

“A quilt of Valor is a formal expression of appreciation from a grateful nation. It is an expression of gratitude meant to thank and comfort you. We honor you for leaving all you held dear to serve, whether in a time of crisis or in time of peace. This Quilt of Valor unequivocally says thank you for your service, sacrifice and valor in serving our nation,” said Ann Qljuic, QOV group leader.

dren: Linda (Mark) Wills, Larry (Joyce) Groenhagen, all of Oregon, and the late Lois Nelson of Mt. Morris.

They have eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

They will be celebrating this special anniversary with a family dinner.

If you would like to send your congratulations to Bob and Leona, please mail them to 3720 E. Limrick Road, Oregon, Illinois 21061.

SPECIAL EVENT Park District held Spa Day More than 70 participants attended and enjoyed Oregon Park District’s 10th annual Spa Day on Oct. 16 at the Nash Recreation Center.

Participants attended a water aerobics class followed by the spa portion.

The spa portion focused on “Enjoy the Pasta-abilities, Life Cannoli Get Better” and included entertainment, a pasta lunch catered by Alfano’s, an uplifting message from Rosann Costello, and a massage by Alpine Chiropractic.

Everyone walked away a winner with a variety of door prizes donated by local merchants.

“Thank you to the businesses that donated to prizes to make this a wonderful morning for everyone to enjoy!,” said Tina Ketter, superintendent of rec-

reation.

Businesses who donated were: AeroHunt Club, Alfanos, Alpine Chiropractic, Casey’s General Store, Culvers, Dairy Queen, The Flower Patch, Father & Son Pizza, Hector’s Cocina, Jay’s Drive In, Ken Nelson Auto, Kunes Country Auto Group, McDonalds, Merlin’s Greenhouse & Flowers, Oregon Park District, Scoops, Short Cut Barber Shop, Snyders, Stillman Bank, Subway, Sunrise Restaurant, Sunrise Restaurant II Byron, Sunrise Restaurant III Oregon, Swedish Pancake House, and White Pines Inn.

Three veterans were honored with quilts by the local chapter of Quilts of Valor.

Pictured are Joan Snyder, Leaf River, representing her husband Chuck Snyder; James Anstett of Peoria; and Carl Nelson of Mt. Morris. Photo supplied

Happy 60 th Anniversary Thank You to our family and friends for remembering us on our 60th Wedding Anniversary. We so enjoyed and appreciated all the calls, visits, cards and flowers.

God has blessed us richly.

Elsie & Eldon DeWall

LIVE MUSIC

YOUR PETS

With Halloween weirdness behind us the musical planets will align to put First Fridays Open Stage on Nov. 1.

First Fridays will be at its regular location, the Mt. Morris Moose Family Center, 101 Moose Dr., just off of Hitt St. in Mt. Morris.

The First Fridays format features each musician or band taking 15 minutes at center stage and continuing until each group has been featured. Instruments are all acoustic and professional sound system engineering is provided by Mike Bratt.

“Talented musicians from across Northern Illinois, and often neighboring states, appear on a regular basis. The music is varied and includes country, bluegrass, blues, gospel, folk, soft rock, and eclectic mixes of all of the above. Participation is encouraged so bring your instrument and join the show, or relax and just enjoy the music,” said organizer Ron Colson.

“The Mt. Morris Moose Family Center features an extensive menu of quality food and beverages.

Admission is by free will donation. Bring a friend and enjoy some great music,” Colson said.

Microchipping for $20 offered Saturday, Nov. 2

With his Campus Bandshell Concert Season completed for the year, Larry Ubben often gets a chance to exercise his own musical talents on the First Fridays stage.

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Ogle County Animal Control will host a Microchipping Day on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Ogle County Hearth Department building, 907 West Pines Road, Oregon from 8:3010:30 a.m.

No appointment is required. The cost per child is $20 which includes registration with Home Again Pet Recovery Service This service is for Ogle County residents and applies only to dogs and cats.

Dogs who are older than 4 months old must have a current rabies vaccination.

Please note that microchipped dogs and cats get a $5 discount per year on their rabies tags.

For more information, call 815-732-1185.

YOUR CREATIVE SIDE

The make and take workshops at Cork and Tap have been a huge success and there are more opportunities for fun for you to put on your calendar.

Register through the Oregon Park District for a variety of upcoming workshops.

“The various items make great gifts or can be added to your décor for the holidays. Not only are the classes enjoyable and educational, but they are a fun night out for yourself or with friends with the added benefit of sipping on your favorite beverage while you work and chat,” said Tina Ketter, superintendent of recreation.

Trendy wooden signs, Timber and Tribe will be at Cork & Tap on Friday, Nov. 8 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

“You will stencil a 14” x 18” sign.

Upon registration choose between

go to work creating your sign,” said Ketter.

The Paint and Sip class on Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

“No painting experience is required as the instructor walks you through the process. The basic pattern is there for you, but you have the freedom to be creative and add your own personal touches to the canvas,” Ketter said. “This workshop canvas is a winter scene with a deer in the woods under the night

The Park District will have a class on fresh centerpiece making for your Thanksgiving table.

sky with snow gently falling. Registration deadline is Nov. 5.”

Merlin’s Greenhouse staff will teach how to design a lovely fall arrangement in a real pumpkin on Thursday, Nov. 21 from 6-7 p.m., or choose the 7:30-8:30 p.m. time. Registration deadline is Nov. 13.

For additional information, visit www.oregonpark.org, at Nash, or call 815-732-3101.

Email debbie@oregonpark.org for more information.

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

12 different sayings. At the workshop you will choose stain color and paint color and then you can

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Sandstone Art Market is Nov. 9 in Mt. Morris

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The Second annual Sandstone Art Market at the Old Sandstone Gallery will return on Wednesday, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Area artists will sell their handmade/hand-created art wares under $100 for gifts, decorations or other holiday shopping.

Unique foods and beverages will also be for sale.

Area artists wanting to participate can register by Nov. 2 at encoremtmorris.com. Click the Art Market button or register at the Village Hall, 105 W Lincoln St, Mt. Morris.

Marjorie Mois, Catherine Greenfield, Elizabeth Mois and Grace Rise Rich took part in the 2nd Annual Witches & Warlocks High Tea at Pinehill Inn. Photo supplied

Early registration is encouraged.

A $20 vendor fee will be charged, with no cut of actual sales being taken. Questions may be directed to mollyb@encoremtmorris.com or Paula at the Village Hall 815734-6425.

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

Volunteers and donations are welcome. Learn more at EncoreMtMorris.com.

LIVE MUSIC

Witches’ and Warlocks’ High Tea held in Oregon The 2nd Annual Witches and Warlocks’ High Tea was held Oct. 20 at Pinehill in Oregon.

The event drew a large gathering of witches and warlocks numbering 42. The event also included a presentation by the Rock River Paranormal Society.

Participants enjoyed grilled chicken salad, English cucumber and ham salad finger sandwiches, lemon

poppy-seed and blueberry scones, pumpkin squares, brownie bites, witches’ fingers, mini cheesecakes and other assorted sweets as well as assorted teas.

Fifteen names were drawn for door prizes donated by various local businesses and restaurants.

The event was organized by Oregon Together, a community group consisting of dedicated volunteers.

SPLASH AT NASH

Nash brings back First Steelband concert Nov. 17 Fridays at the Pool

G. Allan (“Al”) O’Connor, the founder of the NIU Steelband program, and former Associate Dean of Music, and Head of Percussion Studies passed away in June.

​First Fridays in the Pool were so much fun that the Oregon Park District is bringing them back.

The first one will be Friday, Nov. 1 for Fall Fun at the Nash Recreation Center.

Fall fun will take place in the River room from 6-7:45 p.m. There will be fall raffle basket to enter to win, open swim from 6-7:45 p.m. Participants can build their own trail mix and roast their own s’more.

First Fridays are free to members and a daily fee for everyone else.

Residents rates are $2 for students and $3 for adults. Non-resident rates are $3 for students and $4 for adults.

First Fridays in the Pool will be offered until May. On Dec. 6 the movie Elf will be shown on the pool deck.

For more information visit Nash Recreation Center, 304 S. Fifth Street, Oregon or call 815-732-3101.

The NIU Steelband presents its fall 2019 concert Sunday, Nov.

17, at 3 p.m. at the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall in the Music Building on Northern Illinois University’s main campus in DeKalb.

The program will also feature the NIU Steelpan Studio, All University Steelband and Community School for the Arts (CSA) Steelband.

The event will be dedicated to the memory of G. Allan (“Al”)

O’Connor, the founder of the NIU Steelband program, former Associate Dean of Music, and Head of Percussion Studies who passed away in June.

Al O’Connor was at the forefront of the development of the steelband art form in North America, and his pioneering work influenced the formation of steelband orchestras at educational institutions throughout the USA and Asia.

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The Oregon Park District hosted its annual Howl’oween Canine Costume Contest on Oct. 22 at Wiggly Field Dog Park.

Sponsored by Pines Meadow Vet Clinic and A Furry AffHair, there were 15 canines in their costumes at Wiggly Field Dog Park.

Some had costumes made by hand, others were store bought, and there were some great group costumes as well.

“All the costumes were fantastic and the dogs did a great job showing off,” said Debbie Leffelman, event coordinator.

First place winners were Chester the Robot and Fire House, handmade costume; Kelly as Princess Arial, store bought costume; and

Boomer the Shark and his Shark Family, best group costume.

“Special thanks to the judges, Tanya Jenkins and Vaughana Rodriguez from Pines Meadow Vet Clinic and Lesley Sheffield. We appreciate volunteers as it can be RUFF picking the winners,” Leffelman said.

“The Oregon Park District looks forward to offering the contest again next year. If you are interested in participating in fun events at Wiggly Field Dog Park, be sure to get a membership and enjoy all the amenities and enclosed place for play and socialization that are offered at Wiggly Field.”

For more information contact the Oregon Park District, 304 S. Fifth Street, Oregon, at 815-732-3101.

FAR LEFT: Maggie Dietrich brought the family dog, “Chester,” and all dressed up as robots and got first place in handmade costumes.

LEFT: Chasity Moorehead entered “Boomer” as a shark and won first place in the best group costume category.

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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 & 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 Matt Smith 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com

CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

OPEN BIBLE

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

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH Polo Campus

EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD

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

EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH

FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH

EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

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

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

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

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

GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church and Main Streets Pastor Don Plock

GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd., German Valley Pastor Eric Schlukebir 815-362-6601

LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH

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

6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Billy Hardy 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

205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Pastor Chris Bradshaw 815-837-5255 polo@crossroadscn.com www.crossroadscn.com

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA)

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

4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Matt Smith

MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN

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

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

EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH

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

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

NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH

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

OREGON CHURCH OF GOD

ST. MARY CHURCH

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

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

OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC 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

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

PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN 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

16032 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon 815-864-2448

416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199

RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH

SILVER CREEK REFORMED 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

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

VAN BROCKLIN-FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3582 Bolton Rd.., Freeport Pastor Dawn Barr 815-291-0601

WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Rd., Forreston 815-938-2586

How to submit church news Changes in church listings and articles about special church services and events can be emailed to news@oglecountynews.com. For more information call Earleen Hinton at 815-732-6166 ext. 5902.

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Elementary school gets new roof through donation Alumnus, who is a union carpenter, donates time and expertise to fix OES roof The Oregon Community Unit School District’s Elementary School is scheduled for a new roof in 2022, but when the Etnyre Wing’s ceiling started leaking, one alumni decided the district shouldn’t have to wait and donated his time and expertise

to fix the roof.

Mike Smidt, alumnus and Rockford Local 792 Union Carpenter, started work on the roof and finished the project in four days. The project included two days of removing debris from the roof and two days of sealcoating.

“When I received the green light from the union to donate my time to this project, I immediately got to work,” said Smidt. “Knowing that I supplied something worthwhile to the school means more to me than any amount of money.”

Smidt admits it was much more work than

he thought it would be, but is grateful he was granted the go-ahead from Local 792to fix the roof before winter begins.

“We’re very grateful for Mike’s donation of time and services,” said OCUSD Facilities Director Bill Nesemeier. “Due to a tightened budget, we were only able to seal coat ¾ of the roof last year and were starting to see signs of leaks in the remaining one-quarter. Mike’s work has already proven successful, as we didn’t see one sign of a leak during last week’s rain.”

Reading is still a vital skill in today’s world I

would say that all parents, grandparents, and caregivers want their children to be good readers because we know that reading is a vital skill in today’s world.

I recently read an article, a chapter in a textbook, and a blog post online that reminded me of the most basic advice about growing readers.

Each of these sources talked about the importance and positive effects of spending time reading.

The best way to improve vocabulary is to read widely. Students who read more are more successful in school.

Readers are better writers. The benefits are numerous.

For this month, let’s look at ways we can encourage our children and grandchildren to spend more time reading.

What do you think of when I say that? Do you think of someone in an arm chair spending hours reading a book?

Of course, that’s one way some of us enjoy reading for pleasure, but

COMMENTARY Mary Gardner Reading Specialist that may not be how our children and grandchildren spend time reading.

Let’s consider the how and the what of reading time.

We can, and should, read aloud to our children and grandchildren for as long as they will allow it, no matter what age.

Part of the magic of that is the time spent together and how that establishes a positive reading experience for all.

Another possibility is that we take turns reading. We can say, “You read a page, then I’ll read a page.”

This works especially well if your child is tired or getting frustrated with the text being read.

It’s acceptable if they always want to read the page with the least

amount of text.

Think of it as supporting their efforts. Partner reading also works with siblings reading to each other.

Some children might prefer to read to themselves in a quiet place.

Others will read in the car on the way to activities or appointments.

It is good to keep books in the car to make it possible to sneak in a few extra minutes of reading time.

We also need to consider the many formats of reading today. We can read in a book or a magazine that we hold in our hands.

Our children or grandchildren might prefer the digital format on a tablet or e-reader or phone. Encourage them to choose the format they like the best.

As far as what should be read, there are no limitations. Consider books, magazines, comics, directions of a game or how to build something with LEGOs, newspapers or cookbooks.

Small amounts of text are good for reluctant readers. Authentic, every-

day reading tasks are also good.

Asking your child or grandchild to read the directions for something you are cooking is an authentic reading task.

Working together to read directions to assemble something is really a vital skill.

We can also encourage reading to learn about something by helping our children or grandchildren safely research a topic of interest online.

It really doesn’t matter how or what is read. It may be easier to add short amounts of time throughout the day rather than aiming for adding an extra 20 to 30 minutes all at once.

Any increase in the amount of time spent reading will make a difference.

An overall goal is to make it an enjoyable experience. That alone will encourage them to want to read more.

The best way to become a better reader is to read!

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Mike Smidt, alumni and Rockford Local 792 Union Carpenter, worked on the roof at the Oregon Elementary School. Photos supplied

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SPORTS

Lady Marcos ride quick starts to win over AFC

BY BRIAN WEIDMAN bweidman@saukvalley.com A pair of fast starts led to a quick night for the Polo volleyball team against AFC on Tuesday night at the Class 1A Eastland Regional.

The Marcos raced out to big leads in both sets and cruised to a 25-13, 25-15 victory against the Raiders in a quarterfinal match.

Polo (15-14-2) swept AFC (6-23) in three matches this season. That is half as many times as the teams played in 2018, when regular-season games and tournaments added up to six meetings.

Polo junior middle hitter Marah Blake noted getting off to better starts has been a point of emphasis this season, and a big reason why the team is above .500.

“That was our goal this year, because normally last year, we’d play to a team’s level,” Blake said.

“We really wanted to end that this year, and I think we’ve done that pretty well.”

Polo raced out to a 7-0 lead in the first set, with a pair of aces from Nicole Boelens highlighting the run.

AFC got back within 9-6 after a kill from Natalie Sondgeroth, but it was all Marcos the rest of the way. Polo went on a quick 7-1 run, with Blake contributing three kills and a block in that surge, and the Raiders didn’t get closer than seven points the rest of the way.

It was more of the same in the second set, as Polo jumped out to an 8-2 lead. A kill from Becca Wagner ended that run.

The Raiders fought back, however, to get within 11-9 following a kill from Tristan Munroe that prompted a timeout from Polo coach Rhiannon Seible.

Seible got her message across, as Polo went on a 6-1 run capped by back-to-back aces from Alex Dusing.

The Marcos steadily pulled away from there.

A kill from Blake put Polo up 24-13. AFC stayed alive with kills from Camdyn Penick and Brittney Mundell, before a kill from Polo’s Wagner finished things off.

Seible was most pleased with her team’s defensive effort against AFC. “We’ve kind of been taking a back seat when it comes to defense, but that really stepped up tonight,” Seible said. “We don’t want to allow too many serve receivers, and we did a better job with that tonight.

Our offense could have been run

ABOVE: Polo’s Addy Grobe hits the ball while AFC’s Brittney Mundell blocks during Tuesday action at the Eastland 1A Regional. BELOW: Polo’s Becca Wagner spikes. Photos by Michael Krabbenhoeft/Shaw Media quicker. We typically have a mental game when it comes to AFC, and I think we were stronger there, but our offense wasn’t as quick as we would have liked it. Our defense was our strong suit tonight.”

Wagner paced a balanced attack with seven kills and seven digs, while Mallory Patterson had 11 assists, six digs and four kills. Blake finished with five kills, six digs and three blocks, Dusing had eight assists and seven digs, and Boelens added 17 digs, three blocks and three aces.

Mundell and Penick each had three kills for AFC, and Munroe added two.

The hole the Raiders dug themselves in each set was just too much to overcome, head coach Kayla Van Buren noted.

“It’s actually been a big problem this whole season,” Van Buren said.

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Polo’s Nicole Boelens had 10 aces, 20 kills, a block and 31 digs. Becca Wagner had nine aces, 21 kills, three blocks, an assist and 21 digs. Marah Blake had

10 kills and 16 digs. Ales Dusing had eight aces, 11 kills and 13 assists. Mallory Patterson had 15 kills, 11 digs and 32 assists, and Natalie Nelson had 19 assists.

8-Man Football: Polo finished off the regular season in its first year of 8-man football with a 46-6 win at Pawnee on Saturday.

Tucker Mumford scored touchdowns of 55, 66, 34 and 47 yards on his way to 250 rushing yards on eight carries.

Jace Coffey added 71 rushing yards and a touchdown on nine carries. Alex Davies had 12 carries for 32 yards and a score, and Brady Wolber had a 24-yard touchdown.

Polo held Pawnee to three first downs and 98 total yards in the game.

Polo wins AFC Tournament: The Marcos had a 7-2 record to win in Ashton.

The Marcos lost to Serena in three sets 25-15, 23-25, 15-10, but beat Sterling’s junior varsity 25-12, 25-16; Leland 25-8, 25-18; and Ottawa Marquette

Forreston’s Taylor Greenfield hits past Polo blocker Marah Blake during Oct. 22 action in Forreston. Photo by Earleen Hinton

• VOLLEYBALL Continued from Page 14 “We always seem to close the gap, but then it’s too late by the end. I know that we were very nervous because we had lost to Polo twice already this season. I think there were multiple factors playing into it.”

Polo will now get a shot at Eastland tonight in the tournament semifinals. It will be the first meeting between the squads this season.

“I’m excited, and it should be a good game,” Blake said. “Either way, we worked really hard this season, and it will be good.”

Polo was scheduled to face Eastland on Wednesday. Due to print deadlines, that story will appear in The 2019 Lady Marcos pose with their trophy after competing at the AFV Tournament. Front row: Chelsey Weems and Addy Grobe. the Nov. 8 edition. Visit www.ogle- Second row: Nevaeh Nave, Abby Gorzny, Alex Dusing, and Mallory Patterson. Back row: Coach Rachel Plock, Natalie Nelson, Becca countynews.com for results.

Wagner, Marah Blake, Izzy Sellers, Nicole Boelens, and head coach Rhiannon Seible. Photo by Trish Patterson

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Football Forreston 22, Eastland-Pearl City 20: The Wildcatz scored with 7 minutes left, but missed a two-point conversion that would have tied the game.

EPC needed a stop to get the ball back for one more chance at a fifth win and a shot at the playoffs, but Forreston responded with a 7-minute drive to kill the clock, converting a fourth-and-1 along the way to pull out the victory.

Forreston led 16-0 lead with 6:27 left in the second quarter after an Ethan Mulder touchdown run and a 44-yard touchdown pass from Jakob Boomgarden to Bailey Cullor, but Lane Christians answered with a four-yard touchdown pass to Jaxson Dobish.

The teams traded third-quarter scores as Austin Mitchell scored from 41 yards out and Christians hit Carson Clouse for a four-yard score, and found Braydin Preston on the two-point conversion to cut the Cardinals’ lead to 22-14.

The Wildcatz stopped Forreston on

the next two Cardinals possessions before Christians hit Preston on an eight-yard pass with 7:01 to play, but Forreston stopped Logan Krell on the conversion attempt.

Christians completed 11 of 15 passes for 71 yards. Krell gained 77 rushing yards on 17 carries.

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Volleyball Regional Forreston beat Alden-Hebron 25-, 25-6 at the 1A Earlville Regional on Tuesday.

Individual leaders for Forreston were: Lauren Melton, four kills; Brooke Boettner, 11 assists, five aces; and Brycelynn Smith, five aces. The Lady Cards were scheduled to face Earlville on Wednesday. Due to press deadlines, the result of that match will be in the Nov. 8 edition. Visit www.oglecountynews.com for updates.

The regional final was scheduled for Friday.

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FOOTBALL

Pairings announced for 2019 football playoffs The IHSA announced its 2019 football playoff pairings on Oct. 25. Several local teams will be see their seasons continue in post-season play.

1A Forreston (7-2) is hitting the road for its first-round game, as the Cardinals earned the No. 9 seed and will play at No. 8 seed Ottawa Marquette (7-2) on Saturday at 2 p.m.

The defending Class 1A champs lost two of their last three games, but bounced back with a Week 9 win over rival Eastland-Pearl City.

Morrison (9-0) is taking on a virtual unknown with the Ridgewood co-op (6-3), based in Cambridge.

Mustangs coach Ryan Oetting noted he is going in virtually blind.

“We don’t know a whole heck of a lot about Ridgewood,” Oetting said.

“They were on our radar, and a few people suggested they would be a possibility for us, but we haven’t done a lot of homework on them as of yet. We’re just happy to still be playing football after a little bit of a hiatus from the playoffs here in Morrison.”

The Mustangs last made the playoffs in 2012, when they finished 6-4.

Fulton (5-4) is back in the playoffs for the fourth straight year, and the Steamers’ first-round draw is a 9-0 Freeport Aquin team that ran the table in the NUIC South this season.

The Bulldogs’ potent aerial attack is led by quarterback Will Gustafson.

“We don’t know a lot about [Aquin], other than that they’re a spread team, and we’ve heard about their quarterback,” Fulton coach Patrick Lower said. “First and foremost, they’re a good football team, because anybody that can go 9-0 – especially in this part of the state in 1A – has our attention and respect.

“We’ve lost our last two games to two very good, quality playoff opponents [in Newman and Hall], and we really feel with the schedule that we’ve played this year ... that we’re ready for just about anything. I really feel we are battle-tested and playoff-ready, and we understand that we’ve earned our spot in Week 10.”

The Steamers will travel to Freeport on Saturday for a 1 p.m. kickoff.

2A West Carroll (5-4) is in the playoffs for the third time in past 5 years.

The Thunder will hit the road for Minonk and a game against Fieldcrest (9-0) at 6 p.m. Friday.

3A Byron (8-1) hosts Alleman on Sat-

Forreston quarterback Bailey Cullor picks up a crucial first down with 2:29 to play to seal the 22-20 win for the Cardinals over EPC. Photo by Earleen Hinton urday, Nov. 3. Game time is 1 p.m.

4A Stillman Valley (8-1) hosts Big Northern Conference rival Dixon on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 1 p.m. This is the fourth time in the past two years the teams have played each other in the playoffs.

The Dukes opened this season with a 37-12 loss to the Cardinals. A year ago, Stillman Valley defeated Dixon in the regular-season opener and the first round of the Class 4A playoffs.

There will be few secrets between the teams.

“It’s a Big Northern team, a playoff Big Northern team, which makes it pretty special,” Dixon coach Dave Smith said. “They know us.

We know them. We were looking at other possibilities and driving

someplace far, and not knowing who they are. You know who Stillman is.

“Coach [Mike] Lalor’s teams – there’s a reason why Coach Lalor is in the hall of fame. He’s one heck of a coach. He’s probably the best coach I’ve ever coached against. His kids will be ready to go. It will be a fun game. It will be at Stillman Valley, and it will be an awesome environment to watch that football game.”

8-Man The Illinois 8-man Football Association also held its draw on Saturday, seeding six of the 14 teams in the bracket, then determining where other teams slot into the bracket by drawing names out of a bucket.

Polo (9-0) is the No. 2 seed and will have a first-round bye. The Marcos await the winner of a first-round game between Lowpoint-Washburn

(3-4) and Metro-East Lutheran (5-4).

“We’re going to take a day off or so and work in the weight room,” Polo coach Jeff Bumsted said.

The Marcos have already had a week off, when Illinois School for the Deaf elected not to play their scheduled Week 2 game.

“That is a big concern, will we lose our edge?” Bumsted said. “We’ve never really had that. We had Week 2 off and didn’t really come out Week 3 that great.”

Metro East Lutheran will host the first-round game in Edwardsville.

The Marcos beat them 52-8 on Sept.

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Polo has continued to cruise since then.

“They’ve stepped up to every challenge that’s put in front of them,” Bumsted said. “We played [Saturday] in the rain, cold, wind, and played a really good game.”

REGIONAL SPORTS NEWS

BY LARRY LOOMIS On Oct. 12, the Polo U15 soccer team beat Stillman Valley in a thrilling match 3-2 to win the tournament and go undefeated on the season.

To get to the championship round Polo faced Pecatoncia for the third time this season and came away with a 2-0 victory.

The semi-final match with Pecatonica followed regular season victories over Pec by margins of 3-0 and 5-0.

On an extremely windy and cold day, the match proved to be a hard fought battle not only with Pecatonica but also the elements.

Following a scoreless first half, Polo had the wind going their way in the second half and that factor proved advantageous. Roughly 10 minutes into the second half, Polo’s

Gage Seiglar dribbled down the right side line and as he neared the goal, he centered the ball to sister Rebekah Zeigler.

She hammered the ball to the back of the Pecatoncia net for the first goal of the match.

Moments later, Brock Soltow took the ball from midfield and dribbled by all the opponent’s defenders to score unassisted for the score giving Polo its’ first margin of victory sending them into the championship game against undefeated Stillman Valley.

Stillman and Polo were the top teams in the league and the championship match certainly showed why.

Stillman’s game plan was to play hard and physical, hoping to take Polo’ leading scorer, Brock Soltow, from the net as much as possible.

Polo appeared to score at the 15 minute mark of the first half but that goal was denied on an offside penalty.

The rest of the match swayed back and forth as each team mounted scoring attempts which were thwarted by the other team’s goalie and defense.

After an hour of exciting play the match ended in a score of zero sending the match into a shootout.

Polo won the coin toss and elected to kick second. Stillman scored on their first attempt taking a quick 1-0 lead.

On Polo’s second attempt, after being stopped on their first, Madison Glawe score to tie the shootout.

Stillman’s second, third and fourth attempts were stopped cold.

Polo, however, scored to take a 2-1 lead when Carson Jones scored on

Polo’s third attempt. Stillman then tied the match on their fifth attempt to tie the match.

The pressure was all on Brock Soltow as represented Polo’s final attempt in the first shootout. A goal meant victory and a stop meant a second shootout.

Soltow slammed the ball by the outstretch hands of Stillman’s goalie to give Polo a thrilling victory at 3-2 completing an undefeated season 8 and 0.

Polo entering the tournament had outscored opponents 29-0 to go 6-0.

Stillman had entered the finals at 6-0 allowing just five opponents’ goals while scoring 25.

Polo coach Josh Glawe commented after the match, “Our defense and goal tending was the big difference in this season’s success!”

SPORTS COLUMN

There’s plenty of high school sports activity now W

COMMENTARY Andy Colbert 1 seed Annawan-Wethersfield.

By the way, IHSA seeds aren’t a reflection of how good a team is. Most everyone considers Le-Win the top team in 1A, not Annawan-Wethersfield.

I hate to predict games, but feel Forreston can beat A-W, which sets up a third round game, also quite possibly at home against undefeated Morrison. There has been bragging rights put up between the larger Three Rivers conference and NUIC for years.

If Forreston makes it that far, this will be a genuine test and the Mustangs would go in favored.

But, the Cardinals could be hosting again, another reason for going on the road in round one.

It’s also great that Forreston’s side of the bracket doesn’t have any NUIC schools. No doubt, Morrison will be the team to beat of those eight schools.

Le-Win has a more interesting route, with Aurora Christian coming to town. Last year, the Panthers went into the suburbs and gave AC a taste of rural small-

school football at its best.

I sense Aurora didn’t fully respect what Le-Win offered last year, but will not make that mistake this year. It’s a tough league AC comes from and from one year to the next, it’s hard to get a handle on their personnel.

Look for Le-Win to dispatch AC and have another interesting game with Chicago Hope Academy, who has a win over a 7A state qualifier (Thornwood) on their resume.

Still, someone is going to have to be extremely talented and physical to stick with Le-Win. Morrison might be the only squad to be close to their level.

In 3A, look for Byron to run the table on its way to another state-championship appearance.

There doesn’t appear to be anyone close to their level in the entire 3A bracket.

State title or bust for the Tigers.

It’s a different story in 4A with Stillman Valley, who handed Byron its only loss. Looming in the second round is 3-time defending champ Elmhurst Immaculate Conception.

Throw in Wheaton St. Francis, Coal City and Richmond-Burton and the north bracket is about as loaded as any other class.

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ay too much too much going high-school sporting world to even comprehend. Where to start?

I could share on volleyball, but by the time you read this, the regional finals will be over.

Cross country will be in full bloom at Park West in Oregon. On display will be state title contender Dawson Smith of Rock Falls and a girls team from Winnebago that hopes to do the same.

With five of the top 20-ranked girls teams in 1A, there will be plenty of competition. Oregon qualified as a team, but will be hard-pressed to move on. Leah Watters made it as a freshman, but has a tougher task ahead of her as a junior.

The boys race is much weaker, as has been the trend the last several years with so many boys opting for soccer at their schools.

Nonetheless, the sectional races are always fun to watch and what a blessing to have them in our own back yard year-after-year.

In football, Forreston caught a break in the playoff bracketing with a first-round game at Ottawa Marquette. Being on the road is the best thing that could have happened.

Forreston should handle Marquette and then be host for a likely second-round game against No.

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Forreston’s Ethan Mulder (22) runs for a gain during action against EPC. Photo by Earleen Hinton

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REGIONAL UPDATE

New direction for historic H. I. Lincoln Building The historic H.I. Lincoln Building in Franklin Grove is starting a new lease on life.

Originally built in 1860 as a dry goods store by a cousin of Abraham Lincoln, the building served many uses over the next 135 years.

Very seriously deteriorated by 1995, a group of community minded historians began a five year restoration project.

When the building reached a usable state in the year 2000 a relationship with the Lincoln Highway Association, that continues to this day, began.

While the building is currently closed for installation of new windows, interior cleaning and repainting, a new boardwalk, and other upgrades – the refurbishment will

work around a Nov. 23 two-show concert date by the musical duo of Marty McCormick and Brian Fitzgerald known as SWITCHBACK. Upon re-opening when renovations are complete the building will be known as the Lincoln Highway Interpretive Center.

New management for both the interpretive center/souvenir sales and the ongoing music shows will be named before re-opening at a date to be determined.

Souvenir selection will be upgraded and significantly expanded in Lincoln Highway items plus a wide selection from other area tourism attractions.

Progress can be monitored on Facebook by going to H.I. Lincoln Building.

From 1860 to 2019 the H.I. Lincoln Building, now the Lincoln Highway Interpretive Center, has been a major feature of Franklin Grove’s business district. Photo supplied

U of I requests data to better understand unique growing year Researchers and Extension Specialists from University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences are asking Illinois growers to share basic planting, harvest, and yield data with the college to learn from the extraordinary growing conditions experienced this year.

“What we have is a giant, unplanned, and involuntary experiment that is being conducted by Illinois farmers this year,” said Emerson Nafziger,

professor emeritus in the U of I College of ACES. “This experiment can help us understand the ramifications of how planting date and variety maturity affect overall yields.”

Using an anonymous online form, email, or the U.S. Postal Service, farmers can share very simple parameters from this year’s crop with researchers.

“The opportunity to collect a small amount of data on a large number of fields will help Extension provide better guidance if we find ourselves

in this kind of situation again in the future,” said Chelsea Harbach, an Extension educator at the Northwestern Illinois Agricultural Research and Demonstration Center near Monmouth.

The researchers request data on the 2019 corn and soybean crop from fields in every county of Illinois, and encourage farmers to respond by the end of December. More information and information on the project is available at: https://extension.illinois.edu.

BYRON LIBRARY Special Hours The Byron Library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

We will resume normal hours on Saturday, Nov. 30. We wish all of our patrons a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

Teen Volunteer Night Tuesday, Nov. 5, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Ages: 6th through 12th grades Earn volunteer hours by helping sort coupons that will benefit our American soldiers and their families. No registration is required.

Quilts of Valor Wednesday, Nov. 6, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Nancy Haire Smith will present Quilts of Valor, a nationwide foundation that awards healing quilts to service men and women who have been touched by

war. Nancy has quilted for over 20 years as a hobby and became involved with Quilts of Valor in 2014. There will be quilts for viewing with an informational program.

Library Madness Wednesdays or Thursdays, Nov. 6-Dec. 12 (no class Nov. 27-28), 3:45 – 4:45 p.m. Ages: K-5th grade Art, science experiments, engineering challenges and LEGO building fun for grade school students. Mixed ages either day; registration is for the entire fall session. Please visit Byron.evanced. info/signup or call 815-234-5107 to register.

Popcorn Party Monday, Nov. 11, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Ages: 8-11 years Popcorn science, popcorn trivia, and

popcorn tasting!

Cooking with Your Instant Pot Monday, Nov. 11, 6 – 7 p.m.

Join us for an electric pressure cooking demonstration (sorry, no samples)

by Director Emily Porter. Learn the basics to enjoy the ease and efficiency of this fast-acting cooking method.

Unicorn Magic Party Tuesday, Nov. 12, 6 – 7 p.m.

Ages: 3-8 years, with caregiver Channel your unicorn love in an evening devoted to all things unicorn!!!

Crafting with Cathy Thursday, Nov. 14, 6 – 7 p.m.

Come enjoy a fun evening at the library with friends while creating unique cork pumpkins. All supplies are provided.

Cupcake Wars Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Grades: 6th – 12th Compete against your peers in decorating the most beautiful or unique cupcake! Prizes for the winners!

Unforgettable! Music from the 50s Performance by Nostalgia Entertainment Friday, Nov. 22, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Matt and Cindy Gruel were so awesome in their last performance that we brought them back! Hear the fascinating stories behind the music and artists while swaying to the hits of the 50s.

Please register for all programs by visiting byron.evanced.info/signup or by calling 815-234-5107.

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BUSINESS NEWS

Ag in the Classroom will be hosting a College Ag Day on Thursday, Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Rock River Center, 810 S 10th Street, Oregon.

This is a great opportunity for area students to meet locally with representatives of various colleges and universities.

The following schools who offer agriculture programs are planning on attending: Black Hawk College-East, Highland Community College, Illinois State University, Joliet Junior College, Kishwaukee College, Sauk Valley Community College, University of Illinois-Urbana/Champaign, University of Wisconsin-Platteville, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Western Illinois University.

Prior to meeting with the colleges, a 15 minute interactive workshop

will be led by University of Illinois Extension Program Coordinator Melinda Charbonneau.

She will be offering advice and tips to prospective students to make the most out of their visit to the College Fair. Topics covered will include: Introducing Yourself to College Reps; Questions to Ask College Reps; and How To Follow-Up After Attending a College Fair.

Anyone interested in majoring in agriculture, should attend the program and utilize this opportunity to meet with college and university representatives.

For additional information, contact the University of Illinois Extension in Ogle County at 815-732-2191.

Anyone needing reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, should contact the Extension office at 815-732-2191.

Learn proper chainsaw operation, safety Nov. 3

The Natural Land Institute will offer the Beginner Chainsaw Operation and Safety Workshop on Sunday, Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Rd., Rockton.

The workshop is a learning opportunity for volunteers, professionals, and landowners. Equipment will be provided and participants should dress for the weather.

The workshop will take place in an unheated barn and outside. There will be a lunch break and attendees may bring a lunch or visit a local restaurant.

The workshop will be led by Zach Grycan, of the Natural Land Institute, and Melissa Grycan, of the Land Conservancy of McHenry County.

Cost: $35 per person. Register by Friday, Nov. 1 at www.naturalland. org or call 815/964-6666.

About Natural Land Institute The Natural Land Institute, an accredited conservation land trust, is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization based in Rockford, Illinois, which has protected more than 17,300 acres of natural land in Illinois since 1958.

Cabinets Countertops Flooring Backsplashes Window Treatments

Proper chainsaw technique will be offered by The Natural Land Institute on Sunday, Nov. 3 at the Nygren Wetland Preserve in Rockton. Photo supplied The current service area covers twelve counties in northern Illinois.

NLI’s mission is to create an enduring legacy of natural land in northern Illinois for people, plants and animals. For more information and to donate: www.NaturalLand.org.

Mon-Fri: 8:30- 5:30 • Sat: 9-Noon; Or by Appointment

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HANDS ON CLASS

Northside BarbaQ had its soft opening in Oregon on Oct. 3 with friends and family just in time for Autumn on Parade. Pictured, left to right, are: Donna Mann, Liz Miller, Kathy Groenhagen, Merlin Hagemann, Aaron VanRaalte, Terry Schuster, Katie VanRaalte, Roger Castle, Liz Vos, Craig Arnold, and Mark Lewis. The restaurant is located at 117 N. Fourth Street in Oregon. Photo supplied

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4H NEWS

Mighty Clovers

BY SYDNEY TOMPKINS Club Reporter The Mighty Clovers 4-H Club enjoyed participating in the Stillman Valley Fall Festival Parade.

The Mighty Clovers created a “FIll the Float” theme and collected supplies to be delivered to the T.A.I.L.S. Animal Shelter.

The club collected supplies at the local school and put up fliers to encourage people to bring items to the parade to “Fill the Float “ as they went by!

Club members helping to create this float were Cole Montavon, Jackson Craig, Ali Tompkins, Aubrey Craig, Sydney Tompkins, Aubrey, Jack, and Maddie Kusnierz, Mag- The Mighty Clovers 4-H Club enjoyed participating in the Stillman Valley Fall Festival Parade. Club members helping to create the float gie Eden, Clare Montavon, and Luke were Cole Montavon, Jackson Craig, Ali Tompkins, Aubrey Craig, Sydney Tompkins, Aubrey, Jack, and Maddie Kusnierz, Maggie Eden, and Clare Montavon. Also helping but not pictured was Luke Tompkins. Photo supplied Tompkins.

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Carefree 4-H members enjoyed a tour of the new Jarrett Prairie Center Museum at the Byron Forest Preserve. Pictured left to right are Briley Berns, Allissa Martin, Bode Martin, and Anna Marquardt. Photo supplied

Two county meetings have date changes Due to lack of business, the regular monthly meeting of the Ogle County Regional Planning Commission scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 21, has been canceled. The next meeting of the Regional Planning Commission is scheduled for Thursday, Dec.19, at 6 p.m. at the Ogle County Courthouse, First Floor Conference Room #100, 105 S. Fifth St., Oregon.

Due to lack of business, the regular monthly meeting of the Ogle County Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 26, has been canceled.

The next regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 26, at 6 p.m. at the Ogle County Courthouse, Third Floor County Board Room #317, 105 S. Fifth St., Oregon.

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PROPERTY TRANSFERS

Warranty deeds • Brian K. and Celina K. Koonce to Chad R. and Angela J. Harrolle, 202 School St., Chana, $92,000.

• Heirs of the late Mary Laureen Lower to Steven P. and Colleen S. Esterday, 5356 Wendell Road, Rochelle, $55,000.

• Jason and Sara Osborne to Alyssa R. Miranda, 403 Cleveland Ave., Rochelle, $138,000.

• Brian and Jaclyn A. Ramsey to Zecharia Cyril Norris, 5371 S. Sunnydale Lane, Rochelle, $225,000.

• Ann M. and John D. Richardson II to Jennifer K. and Joshua K. Helms, 724 N. Hampton Drive, Byron, $219,900.

• Richard Wayne, also W., Jamie Lynn, also Jamie and Emma Manos to Rick Lynn Young, 1783 W. Pines Road, Oregon, $271,500.

• High Point Financial Services Inc. to Westwood Haywell LLC, one parcel in Flagg Township, $11,000.

• Clarence L. Erickson Jr. to DLMJ Investments LLC, 1 N. Clark St., Mt. Morris, $25,000.

• Dana Reiniche to Margaret M. Timm and Zachary M. Hare, 220 S. Lafayette St., Byron, $135,000.

• Country Homes Group LLC to Eric Lawrence and Samantha Montagno, 1348 Glacier Drive, Byron,

$279,000.

• Daniel and Emma Campton to Brock D. Pieper, 9422 N. Adeline Road, Leaf River, $135,000.

• Jeffrey A. and Brenda L. Maronde to Kaitlin S. McCawley, 207 S. Fourth Ave., Forreston, $83,000.

• Peggy J. Weakley to Curt and Daniel Nelson, 406 S. Congress ave., Polo, $8,000.

First State Bank to Meem Rentals LLC, 1013 N. Seventh Ave., Rochelle, $75,000.

• Steven R. and Diane J. Hawkins to Busoni Imports LLC, 1127 Tilton Park Drive, Rochelle, $133,000.

• Zachary and Erika J. Oltmanns, also Ford, to Nathan A. Eggebrecht, 162 Prairie Moon Drive, Davis Junction, $140,000.

• Harry J. and Marilyn K. Beauchem to Cleo J. Straley, one parcel in Byron Township, $0.

• Paul M. Kramarski and Kalene K. Abraham to Paul W. and Tracy N. Severino, 19380 E. Creston Road, Rochelle, $265,000.

• Michael and Dawn Franck to Zachary S. and Erika J. Oltmanns, 1105 Santa Fe Drive, Davis Junction, $205,000.

Quit claim deeds • Central Bank IL to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., 605 W. Mason St., Polo, $0.

• Dennis L. Reed to Richard J. Reed, 329 Rosalind

Road, Rochelle, $0.

• Patricia K. Bearrows to Richard J. Reed, 329 Rosalind Road, Rochelle, $0.

Trustee’s deeds • Michael M. and Lisa S. Thackeray Trust, Michael M. and Lisa S. Thackeray, Trustees to Gregory W. Schultz, 2843 S. Brooks Island Road, Oregon, $159,000.

• Robert C. and Patricia C. Macklin Revocable Trust, Robert C. and Patricia C. Macklin, Trustees, to Joseph C. and Z. Diane Hagan Living Trust, Robert C. and Patricia C. Macklin and Kimberly A. Hendry, Trustees, 912 A-B Carlisle Drive, Rochelle, $136,500.

Executor’s deed • Kathleen M. Macklin to Cheri L. Wing-Brodzik, 213 School Ave., Rochelle, $137,000.

Transfer on death instruments • Robert J. McGarry Jr. to Robert J. McGarry III and George C. Greiner, 4624 E. Old State Road, Byron, $0.

• Beverly R. Schoff to Jennifer Schoff Dispensa and Laura S. Schoff, 744 Birch St., Byron, $0.

Source: Ogle County Recorder’s Office

Protect yourself and your family with a flu shot!

Influenza (“flu”) isn’t anything to mess around with – it can be serious or even deadly for elderly people, newborn babies, and people who have certain chronic illnesses.

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Help your body fight off the flu this year by getting a flu shot at one of FHN’s flu shot clinics, open to the public at convenient locations across northwest Illinois.

If you are an adult under 65 years of age, you will get a quadrivalent vaccine for $28.

If you’re 65 or over, you will receive a high-dose version of the vaccine ($62). There will be no out-of-pocket expense if you are covered by Medicare Part B (please present Medicare card) or a Medicare HMO accepted by FHN (there’s a list available at each location; covered persons MUST present the Medicare HMO card instead of the Medicare card for the billing process).

All immunizations not covered by Medicare or a Medicare HMO must be paid for by cash or check payable to FHN. The prices shown here are only available at these flu shot clinics; other rates may apply in FHN offices. No other insurance coverage can be accepted at these flu shot clinics, and per government regulations, no Medicaid cards can be accepted at these locations.

Because of federal guidelines to prevent identity theft, everyone must present a photo ID to receive an immunization. For their own safety, children should be immunized at their regular healthcare provider’s office.

You should NOT receive a flu shot at any of these clinics if you: • Are allergic to eggs or the flu vaccine • Are ill or have a fever • Have a depressed immune system Please contact your healthcare provider or call FHN toll-free at 1-877-6000-FHN (1-877-600-0346) ext. 945 for assistance in finding a provider if you can’t receive a vaccination due to the above restrictions.

For more information, visit www.fhn.org/flu.

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PR EV E NT IVE CARE

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Ogle County property transfers recorded week of Oct. 18-24.

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

Oct. 20 Madison E. Tomblin, 21, of Rochelle, was issued a citation at 12:25 p.m. for no valid driver’s license. This violation occurred in the 200 block of W. Washington Street.

Oct. 21 At 8:48 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the 400 block of S. 3rd Street involving a 2006 Toyota driven by Jennifer J. Bridgeman, 40, of Oregon, and a parked 2015 Lincoln belonging to Kristi M. Jones, 35, of

Dixon. No citations were issued.

Oct. 22 James M. Peterson, 61, of Machesney Park, was issued a citation at 3:33 p.m. for speeding, 43 mph in a 30 mph zone.

This violation occurred in the 400 block of N. 4th Street.

At 6:30 p.m., Oregon Police issued driving while license revoked and operating a vehicle not equipped with a BAIID when driver’s license so restricts.

These violations occurred in the 700 block of Monroe Street.

Christine M. Garrett, 48, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 2:15 p.m. for speeding, 47 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred near the 4th and Fair Street intersection.

Oct. 25 Rebecca A. Shoemaker, 34, of Dixon, was issued a citation at 10:17 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

This violation occurred in the 100 block of N. 4th Street.

Four parking citations and three verbal/written warnings were issued Oct. 21-27.

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merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

General calls for service through dispatch Oct. 21-27 Checking a Subject/Vehicle..............5 Citizen Complaints.............................7 Animal Complaint............................... 1 Ordinance Violations......................... 4 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem...........3 Disturbance / Domestic.................... 1 Assist EMS / Other............................ 4 Lockout Vehicle / Building................2 Alarm Response.................................. 1 911 Hang-up / Open Line...................2 Traffic Stops....................................... 8

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE The Illinois State Police report the following activities in District 1, which includes Ogle, Lee, Carroll, and Whiteside Counties and is headquartered in Sterling.

Oct. 12 Chris D. Valentine, 30, of Rockford, was stopped for speeding at 1:22 p.m.

on Interstate 39 southbound at Interstate 88 in Lee County and charged with driving while license suspended. Valentine was released on an I-bond.

Christian M. Elliot, 25, of DeKalb, was stopped for expired registration at 6:40 p.m. on Interstate 39 southbound at milepost 112 in Ogle County and charged with driving while license suspended.

Elliot was released on an I-bond.

Oct. 13 Victor Fulgencio-Nava, 26, of Rochelle, was stopped for speeding at 1:55 a.m. on 1st Avenue at 9th Street in Rochelle and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. Fulgencio-Nava was released on an I-bond.

Efron Gomez, 21, of Rockford, was stopped for speeding at 10:41 p.m. on Illinois 64 at Chamberlain Road in Ogle County and charged with driving while license suspended. Gomez was released on an I-bond.

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EDUCATION NEWS

Kishwaukee College and Rockford University (RU) have announced the completion of The Memorandum of Agreement for Reverse Transfer Credit Articulation.

The agreement allows former Kish students who earned at least 20 credit hours at Kish and now attend RU to reverse transfer credit toward an associate degree at Kish.

The agreement went into effect Sept.

17. “Thank you to Rockford University for helping students complete their credential at Kishwaukee College,� stated Dr. Laurie Borowicz, president of Kish. “The new transfer agreement is a clear

benefit to students, and we are very pleased to offer this option to help students achieve their educational goals.�

For students who transfer to a university prior to completing their community college degree, reverse transfer agreements give them the opportunity to transfer credits earned at the transfer institution back to the community college in order to fulfill the requirements of an associate degree. By having a valued credential such as the associate degree, students may qualify for higher pay at their current employer or may have an advantage on the job market while still continuing their undergraduate education at the transfer institution.

Continued from Page 22 Oct. 15 Amaro Araceli Rocha, 42, of Rockford, was stopped for improper use of cell phone at 10:23 a.m. on 3rd Street at 19th Avenue in Sterling and charged with driving while license suspended. Rocha was released on an I-bond.

Oct. 20 James J. Burggraf, 45, of Marengo, was stopped for speeding at 9:15 p.m. on Interstate 39 northbound at milepost 106 in Ogle County and charged with driving while license revoked. Burggraf was released on an I-bond.

Oct. 26 Brandon J. Simester, 26, of Sterling, was stopped for improper

lighting at 1:08 a.m. on US Route 30 at Reagan Road in Whiteside County and charged with driving while license suspended.

Simester was released on an I-bond.

A passenger in the vehicle, Baylee J. Gipson, 20, of Rock Falls, was charged with unlawful possession and consumption of alcohol by a minor, illegal transportation of alcohol by a passenger, unlawful use of a weapon, unlawful use of a weapon by a felon, possession of a firearm without a FOID card, possession of drug paraphernalia, and failure to wear seat belt. Gipson was transported to the Whiteside County Jail.

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

OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

Oct. 21 At approximately 10 a.m., deputies responded to the OO Saloon in Monroe Center, in reference to a theft. After a brief investigation, Rhonda Conderman, 55, of Monroe Center, was arrested for theft - less than $500. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Oct. 25 Rhonda Conderman, 55, of Monroe Center, was arrested at 11:30 for driving while license revoked following a traffic stop at 5534 N. Limestone Road, Monroe Enter. She was transported to the Ogle county jail and held in lieu of bond.

Oct. 23 Ranual Williams, 56, of Mt. Morris, was arrested at 9:31 a.m. for driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop in the 3000 block of North Illinois 2.

Williams was also issued citations for speeding and operating an uninsured vehicle. He was transported to Ogle

Oct. 26 Maximilian Steck, 23, of Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for speeding. He was released on a $3,000 recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on

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Marion Frye , 22, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Frye posted the $875 bond and was released.

Deputies investigated a disturbance in the parking lot of 1401 Flagg Rd. Rochelle. As a result of the investigation, Destinee Mohica, 18, of Rochelle, was arrested for battery. Mohica was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond. The victim, a 17-year-old female, also of Rochelle, suffered minor injuries and refused treatment.

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Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following arrests.

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OBITUARIES ROBERT “BOB” BUFFINGTON Robert “Bob” Buffington, 86, of Forreston, died Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019 at home after a short battle with cancer.

Bob was born February 14, 1933 in Harper, Illinois, the son of Morton and Bertha (Kness)Buffington. He was married for 67 years to his beloved wife, Janet.

He was an active member of First United Methodist Church for 69 years and was an active member of the Forreston Fire Department for 51 years. Bob

VICTOR S. CAVAZOS JR. Victor S. Cavazos Jr., 72, of Freeport, died Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019 in his home.

Victor was born Sept. 26, 1947 in Wheeling, Illinois, the son of Victor and Santos (Santellano) Cavazos Sr. Victor married Donna J. Ritchey in 1964. Donna died Oct. 1, 2010.

He worked for ComEd for many years as a Lineman. Victor enjoyed playing his

MARIE C. CORBITT Marie C. Corbitt, 96, of Polo, passed away Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, at Polo Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.

Marie was born Dec. 17, 1922, in Lynn, Arkansas, the daughter of Willie and Ella (James) Alls. On May 24, 1945 in Arkansas, she was united in marriage to Warren Corbitt. Marie was a homemaker, member of the Faith Dis-

WALTER E. LEFEVRE Walter E. LeFevre, age 93, passed away on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019 in Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris.

Walt was born on Oct. 18, 1926 in Dixon, the son of Georg and Katherine (Hummel) LeFevre.

He graduated from Oregon High School. Walt married Irene Floto on Sept. 11, 1949 in Mt. Morris.

enjoyed studying trains and spending time with other Milwaukee Road enthusiasts.

He was master mechanic for 60 Years with Local #150. After retiring he worked several years with Lower Farms in Lanark.

Surviving are his wife, Janet Buffington of Forreston; children, Jim (Terri) Buffington, LuAnn (Randy) Sheffner, Cherie (Mark) Lower, and Charlene (Bill) White; 16

grandchildren; and 25 great grandchildren.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Morton and Bertha Buffington; mother and father-in-law, Mabel and Harry Krull; brother and sister-in-law, Ralph (Evelyn) Buffington; and great-grandchildren, Jim Bob Buffington and Chasidey Porter.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday Oct. 31, at First United Methodist Church, Forreston. Pastor Sung-Eun Kim

will officiate. Visitation was Wednesday, Oct. 30 at the Burke Tubbs Funeral Home, Forreston.

There was also a visitation Thursday 10 a.m. until the time of service Thursday at the Church.

Burial will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established for First Untied Methodist Church and Serenity Hospice in Bob’s memory.

Please sign his guestbook and share a memory at www.burketubbs.com.

bass guitar, hunting, raising birds, family cookouts, but most of all spending time with his sons and grandchildren.

Surviving are his sons, Victor (Brenda) Cavazos of Pecatonica; Erik (Amy) Cavazos of Oregon; and Mike (Amanda) Cavazos of Waukegan; two brothers, Domingo

(America) Cavazos and Albert (Mary) Cavazos; three sisters, Bellana (Joe) Ortiz, Anita (Dennis) Ligocki, and Irene (Mike) Show; also surviving are four grandchildren, Alyssa, Abby, Erik, Dietrich; and special friend, Becky.

Victor was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers,

Antonio and Oscar; four sisters, Ramona, Alice, Carmen and Nancy; and former wife Donna.

Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, at Burke Tubbs Funeral Home.

Following the service, a visitation will go until 8 p.m.

A memorial has been established in his memory. Please sign Victor’s guestbook and share a memory at www. burketubbs.com.

covery Church in Polo and volunteered with Second Hand Rose also in Polo. She enjoyed quilting, camping, reading and doing her word puzzles.

Survivors include sons Wade (Susie) Corbitt of Polo and Roger (Virginia) Corbitt of Polo; sisters Lois Fitzwater, JenLee Owens, Opha Arnold;

brothers Richard and Carl Alls; nine grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by husband Warren in 2012; two sons Charles and David Corbitt; brothers Charley, Robert, Ray, Billie Joe, Jerry, John Wayne, Wilson; sisters

Opal and Faye.

Visitation will be Friday, Nov. 1, at 9:30 a.m. until start of service time at 11 a.m. at the Faith Discovery Church, 801 W. Oregon St, Polo. A private burial will follow.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in her name.

Visit www.polofamilyfuneralhome. com to send condolences.

Walt enjoyed golfing, playing tennis, working in the yard, traveling with Irene, and spending winters in Florida.

Walt is survived by his wife: Irene LeFevre, Mt. Morris; son: Robert (Crete) LeFevre; daughter: Connie (James) Johnson, Shannon; grandchildren: Curtis (Shelby) Johnson,

Peoria; Kimberly (Aaron) Dietrich, Geneva; Robin (Joshua) Keene, Mt. Morris; and Lance (Lindse Koch) LeFevre, Mt. Morris; great-grandchildren: Madelyn, Alaina, and Trevor Johnson, Peoria; Abigail and Alexander Dietrich, Geneva; Ian and RJ Keene, Mt. Morris, and Laine LeFevre, Mt. Morris.

Walt is preceded in death by his par-

ents; three brothers: Earl, Leander, and George LeFevre.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. in Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris.

Burial will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Park, Dixon. Visitation was on Wednesday Oct. 30, from 10 a.m.. until service time in Trinity Lutheran Church.

Memorials to be established.

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Stanley J. Ubben, 75, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019 in Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris.

Stan was born on Feb. 24, 1944 in Freeport, the son of Walter and Erma (Stengel) Ubben. Stan graduated from Mt. Morris High School Class of 1963, and then he completed Mechanical Training at Universal Trade School in Omaha, Nebraska.

Stan served in the US Army serving

during Vietnam stationed in Thailand.

Stan was the owner/operator of Stan’s Performance Auto Repair since 1972 retiring in 2008.

Stan married Kathy Noon on May 25, 2001 in Oregon.

Stan was a member Trinity Lutheran Church; he loved to drag race, his muscle cars, towing vehicles, fixing things, helping others,

and spending time with his family.

Stan is survived by his wife: Kathy Ubben; daughters: Tamara (Christopher) Wall, Reno, Nevada and Tricia (Stanwood) Black, Mt. Morris; grandchildren: Tyler Black, Mt. Morris, Arika Black, Mt. Morris, Miranda Wall, Reno, Nevada, and Liam Wall, Reno, Nevada; brothers: Ralph (Dora) Ubben

and Warren (Carol) Ubben, Mt. Morris.

Stan is preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services were Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 11 a.m.. in Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris.

Burial was in Plainview Cemetery, Mt. Morris. Visitation was held on Monday, Oct. 28, from 5-7 p.m. in Finch Funeral Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt. Morris.

Memorials to Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home and/or American Cancer Society.

complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as directed. must pay total fines and costs of $4,057.

criminal sexual assault, status hearing Dec. 16.

Jacob J. Zamora, 18, Rochelle, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, pretrial hearing Dec. 3.

unlawful manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance, 402 conference hearing Nov. 12.

Jade M. Port, 26, Freeport, aggravated driving while under the influence, plea hearing Nov. 1.

Joseph M. Stewart, 31, Oregon, residential burglary, 402 conference hearing Dec. 9.

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

Sentencings Juan Rodriguez Jr., 40, Rochelle, Oct. 21, domestic battery, class A misdemeanor; pleaded guilty Oct. 21; sentenced to 300 days imprisonment, must pay total fines and costs of $1,442.

Joshua S. Cruz, 31, Rochelle, Oct. 24, obstructing justice, class 4 felony; sentenced Oct. 21 to 12 months conditional discharge; must pay total fines and costs of $1,004.

Monica K. Matheny, 40, Oregon, two counts of delivery of a controlled substance, class 3 felony; sentenced Oct. 21 to 180 days imprisonment, 30 months probation, balance of jail sentenced shall be remitted upon successful completion of probation or conditional discharge; must submit to random drug testing; cooperate and satisfactorily

Oct. 23 Christopher F. Baker, 29, Stillman Valley, unauthorized state title, status hearing Nov. 4.

Marcus J. Dewey, 27, Mount Morris, Violent Offender against Youth failure to register, preliminary hearing Nov. 6.

Rudy Escutia, 26, Rochelle, aggravated domestic battery, preliminary hearing Oct. 30.

Erika M. Gonzales, 38, Rockford, driving while license revoked or suspended, pretrial conference Dec. 16.

Salvador M. Sanchez, 59, Chicago,

Oct. 24 Angelica L. Bear, 21, Rochelle, possession of another’s credit, debit, or identification card, pretrial conference Nov. 21.

Adrian K. Clark, 32, Rockford, possession of another’s credit, debit, or identification card, bond forfeiture Dec. 13.

Baylee T. Foust, 21, Rochelle, aggravated domestic battery, pretrial conference Nov. 21.

Dustin B. Hicks, 46, Rockford, aggravated battery, 402 conference Nov. 21.

Zachary J. Martin, 22, Rochelle, fail to report weekly/no fixed address under Illinois Sex Offender Act, pretrial conference Nov. 21.

Jessica A. Peterson, 35, Mount Morris,

Oct. 25 Dustin M. Hutcherson, 32, Rochelle, burglary, pretrial conference Oct. 28.

Nicholas Arndt, 26, Rochelle, identity theft/unlawful use of a credit or debit card, possession of another’s credit or debit card, pretrial conference Oct. 28.

Anmarie R. Kuntz, 28, Sandwich, stalking/cause fear for safety, pretrial conference Nov. 12.

Katherine A. Milliron, 27, Rochelle, failure to appear – two counts of violating the Sex Offender Registry – false information, warrant remains active.

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Frank Sherwood, 75, Rochelle, Oct. 21, disorderly conduct, class C misdemeanor; sentenced Oct. 21, must pay total fines and costs of $584.

Oct. 21 Raheem M. Banks, 22, Chicago, unlawful manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance, bond forfeiture hearing Dec. 20.

Patrick W. Schill, 72, Polo, predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, pretrial conference Oct. 28.

Gabriel M. Ujcic, 19, Rochelle, domestic battery, preliminary status hearing status Nov. 13.

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ROTARY NEWS

Byron Mayor declares “World Polio Day” on Oct. 24 Byron Mayor John Rickard declared Oct. 24 “World Polio Day” in Byron in recognition of the work of the Byron Rotary Club and Rotary International to eradicate polio.

In 1988, Rotary establish the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, which today includes the World Health Organization, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, UNICEF, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, to immunize the children of the world against polio.

Through the work and contributions of local clubs, the Initiative has helped to immunization more than 2.5 billion children across the globe.

Though the incidence of polio has been reduced by 99.9 percent, until the disease is fully eradicated, within 10 years as many as 200,000 new cases could occur around the world every year.

No child anywhere is safe until every child is vaccinated.

Byron Mayor John Rickard presents the World Polio Day Proclamation to Rotary District Gov. Bobbi Burke at a meeting of the Rotary Club of Byron. Submitted by Betsy J. Floski.

Polio is a highly infectious, paralyzing and potentially deadly disease, spread through contaminated

food and water in areas with poor sanitation. Mainly affecting children under five, there is no cure for

polio, but it can be prevented with a vaccine.

Worldwide, Oct. 24 was World Polio Day. In proclaiming the recognition locally, Rickard honored Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self” noting that clubs and members have, to date, contributed nearly $2 billion toward the goal of polio eradication in 122 countries.

Rotary Club of Byron sponsors events fundraising events, including “Pot of Gold” held in March every year, to help raise funds dedicated to polio eradication and locally, to provide grade schoolers with free milk, books and dictionaries, to help fund the Byron High School food and hygiene pantry as well as many other community projects.

Rotary Club of Byron meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at noon at the Byron Public Library – visitors are always welcome.

AG NEWS

Illinois Farm Bureau donates to ISU Research Farm The Illinois Farm Bureau Board of Directors will provide support to the Department of Agriculture at Illinois State University (ISU) with the approval of a $50,000 gift to enhance the ISU research farm.

“The ISU research farm provides today’s ag students – the next generation of agriculture professionals – opportunities for hands-on, experiential learning and farm management,” said Illinois Farm Bureau President Richard Guebert Jr. “We are pleased to provide financial support to help the University, its faculty and its students.”

The gift will support equipment purchases to advance research and learning on the 440-acre University Farm in Lexington. The farm was originally acquired in 2003 and recently expanded. The University also cultivates an additional 175 acres in Normal, near campus.

Equipment purchases will include ultra-sound imaging equipment for animal reproductivity and a used precision row-crop planter with the capability to plant in 15-inch rows.

“The Illinois State University College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) is thrilled to receive this funding from the Illinois Farm Bureau Board to support our teaching and research missions in the Department of Agriculture,” said

The Illinois Farm Bureau has donated $50,000 to the ISU Research Farm. Pictured, left to right, are: Ryan Whitehouse, Ashley Rice, Andrea Casali (Illinois Farm Bureau ISU alumni); Dr. Todd McLoda; and Chris Magnuson, Illinois Farm Bureau. Photo credit: DeAnne Bloomberg, Illinois Farm Bureau Todd McLoda, Ph.D, LAT, ATC, dean and professor, College of Applied Sciences and Technology .

“We are grateful for this support from the Illinois Farm Bureau Board, which will serve hundreds of agriculture students and several faculty members for many years as well as

the invaluable farmers throughout Illinois and beyond who will benefit from the outcomes of the work at the ISU farm.”

About the Illinois Farm Bureau The Illinois Farm Bureau is a member of the American Farm Bureau Federation, a national organization

of farmers and ranchers. Founded in 1916, IFB is a non-profit, membership organization directed by farmers who join through their county Farm Bureau. IFB has a total membership of more than 394,742 and a voting membership of 78,999. IFB represents three out of four Illinois farmers.

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Public Notice is hereby given that on October 24, A.D. 2019 , a certificate was filed in the office of the County Clerk of Ogle County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post-office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as DIS Wholesale 1410 Pines Rd. Oregon, IL 61061.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS UNION SAVINGS BANK. Plaintiff, vs.

NO. 19-CH-77 STEPHEN R. HINER, JR., CHRISTINE SUE HINER, AQUA FINANCE, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Notice is given to Defendants, STEPHEN R. HINER, JR., CHRISTINE SUE HINER, AQUA FINANCE, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS, and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS of the following described real estate: Part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 21, in Township 24 North, Range 8 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, in Ogle County, Illinois, described as follows: Beginning at a point 408.25 feet East of the Center of said Section, thence East, on the Southern boundary of a Public Highway running through the center of said Section, 100 feet, thence South, on the Western boundary of the- alley running through Blocks 15 and 16 in the original Village of Haldane, 100 feet, thence West parallel with the centerline of said Section 100 feet, and thence North 100 feet to the point of beginning; situated in Ogle County in the State of Illinois.

The undersigned certifies that the above entitled mortgage foreclosure action was tiled on October 9, 2019, and is now pending.

1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the case number are identified above.

2. The court in which said action was brought is identified above.

3. The name of the title holder of record is Stephen R. Hiner, Jr. 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 21, in Township 24 North, Range 8 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, in Ogle County, Illinois, as follows: Beginning at a point 408.25 feet East of the Center of said Section, thence East, on the Southern boundary of a Public Highway running, through the center of said Section, 100 feet, thence South, on the Western boundary of the alley running through Blocks 15 and 16 in the original Village of Haldane, 100 feet, thence West parallel with the centerline of said Section 100 feet, and thence North 100 feet to the point of beginning; situated in Ogle County in the State of Illinois.

5. Common address or description of the location of real estate is as follows: 12463 W. Haldane Road, Forreston, IL 61030.

6. A. Name of Mortgagor: Stephen R. Hiner, Jr. and Christine Sue Hiner B. Name of Mortgagee: Union Savings Bank C. Date of Mortgage: November 14, 2018 D. Date of Recording: November 16, 2018 E. County where Recorded: Ogle F. Recording Document Identification: #201806360 UNLESS you file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the office of the Circuit Clerk of this County on or before November 26, 2019, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. This Notice prepared by: STEPHEN S. SCHMELZLE Attorney for Plaintiff 208 W. Stephenson Street, Suite 201 Freeport, IL 61032 (815)235-1188 October 18,25, November 1, 2019

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: BARBARA L. WILLIAMS, Deceased. No. 2019 P 74 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of BARBARA L. WILLIAMS. Letters of Office were issued on October 9, 2019, to MICHAEL HOFFMAN, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.

Claims against the estate may be filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061- or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

By: MICHAEL HOFFMAN Independent Executor Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276 tom@suitslegal.com) October 18,25, November 1, 2019

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A3 News Editor Ogle County Newspapers in northwestern Illinois is looking for a full-time news editor with an eye for detail and a passion for community journalism. This person will work with the general manager to provide local content for its various publications and oversee the publications’ production.

Ogle County Newspapers, part of Shaw Media, publishes weekly newspapers in Oregon, Polo, Forreston and Mount Morris.

About This Opportunity:

REPORTER Sauk Valley Media in northwestern Illinois is looking for a reporter with an eye for detail and a passion for community journalism to join its award-winning staff.

Sauk Valley Media, part of Shaw Media, publishes two daily newspapers: the Telegraph in Dixon and the Daily Gazette in Sterling, and also maintains a vibrant and timely online and social media presence.

About This Opportunity: The right candidate will cover all aspects of local life, from features to cops, government to education, and from breaking news to thoughtful, in-depth enterprise pieces.

Some professional experience is preferred, but SVM will accept candidates with an undergraduate degree and experience as an intern or college newspaper reporter. Priority will be given to candidates who can generate quality, in-depth investigative articles, in a style that is clear and concise. Photo and social media skills are a plus.

Candidates also must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, reliable transportation and an acceptable motor vehicle record.

About Shaw Media: Shaw Media publishes over 150 titles in Illinois and Iowa. Its holdings include websites, newspapers, magazines, Pro Football Weekly, a video production unit and a digital marketing services division. Founded in Dixon, Illinois, Shaw Media has been privately owned by the Shaw family since its inception in 1851.

Enjoy the Rewards of Working Among the Best: In return for your contributions to our success, Shaw Media offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401(k) with company match, as well as opportunities to advance withint the company.

Apply Today!

Send a cover letter that explains your interest in community journalism, clips or links to samples of your reporting, and a resume and three references.

Apply online: www.shawmedia.com/careers Or Mail to: Sauk Valley Media - Human Resources 113 S. Peoria Ave. Dixon, IL 61021 est. 1851

Shaw Media

• Write articles and take photos for weekly newspapers and special sections • Organize and plan the publications’ production • Collaborate with other Shaw Media publications on area news coverage • Coordinate special sections • Work with correspondents and reporters to produce content We are looking for somebody with previous experience in media industry.

Candidates also must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, reliable transportation and an acceptable motor vehicle record.

About Shaw Media: Shaw Media publishes over 150 titles in Illinois and Iowa. Its holdings include websites, newspapers, magazines, Pro Football Weekly, a video production unit and a digital marketing services division. Founded in Dixon, Illinois, Shaw Media has been privately owned by the Shaw family since its inception in 1851.

Enjoy the Rewards of Working Among the Best: In return for your contributions to our success, Shaw Media offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401(k) with company match.

Apply Today!

Please forward a cover letter explaining your journalism credentials and philosophy, along with your resume and writing samples to: EditorialRecruitment@shawmedia.com Or Mail to: Shaw Media - News Editor OCN P O Box 5020 Sterling, IL 61081

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Shaw Media is a Drug-Free Employer.

Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

This posting may not include all duties of the position.

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