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Toppled Trees High winds last week caused trees to topple in two towns. / 6
SPORTS
Marcos Second Polo is second at the AFC tourney, losing the title in OT. / 14
Search Continues The search
continues for two Ogle County men who capsized in the river. / 3
Lori Wood of Polo helps her daughter, Abbee, 9, (far right) and Rachael McLaughlin, 11, of Moline, toast marshmallows to make S’mores on Candy Cane Lane during Oregon’s Candlelight Walk on Nov. 30. Polo’s Christmas Festival is Saturday, Dec. 7. Details on page 5. Earleen Hinton/Shaw Media
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Byron Library............21 Church News............12 Classifieds..........27-32 Entertainment........... 9
Marriage Licenses.... 8 Library........................ 7 Oregon Police.......... 23 People........................ 8
Pine Creek................. 4 Property Transfers.. 24 Sheriff’s Arrests...... 24 State’s Attorney...... 25
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Council vetoes cannabis businesses Aldermen unanimously vote against a possible dispensary in town BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com The Polo City Council voted unanimously Monday to prohibit cannabis businesses in the city. The decision comes at a time when some local governments are passing ordinances to allow or disallow cannabis dispensaries in their towns as the state prepares to issue a limited number of retail licenses in 2020. “Right now we want to move forward not having it and kind of watch how everything goes in the places that do pass it,” Alderman Donald Sanders Jr. said. “We just decided for our community it’s better to hold back. It’s such a new thing that we want to see how it unfolds before we decide whether or not we want to bring it into the community.” Sanders said the decision could be revisited later if communities that allow cannabis businesses turn out to be safe and successful. The City of Oregon decided last week to not wait and created a zoning code that would allow a recreational cannabis dispensary to come to town. The vote was 3-2 in favor of creating the code. Polo Alderman Keith Chesnut made packets that outlined how allowing a cannabis business in the city could be detrimental and handed them out to the council members when the ordinance was discussed. “There’s all kinds of problems that come along with that,” Chesnut said. “I think our kids have enough issues without that being in town and being more available to them. And I’d hate to see that come into our little town.” Chesnut said he was passionately against allowing cannabis businesses in town, mostly due to his long career as a
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Polo City Council Aldermen Donald Sanders Jr. (left) and Troy Boothe (right) listen during a meeting. The council voted unanimously to prohibit cannabis business establishments. law enforcement officer. Sanders Jr. and Chesnut said the original discussion had by the aldermen at an earlier meeting on the issue was “pretty unanimous,” save for some talk about the money that could be brought into the community by a cannabis business. “There was a little bit of discussion over whether there could possibly be some tax dollars out there,” Chesnut said. ‘The idea of chasing money versus values doesn’t balance out to me.”
Forreston The Forreston Village Board passed an ordinance on Oct. 21 that prohibits cannabis businesses in the village once they become legal in the state. Village President Mark Metzger said there was a healthy discussion on the topic. The benefits of revenues and tax breaks were discussed, but now is not the time for Forreston. It wants to wait
and see, much like Polo. “Smaller towns, you’re always looking for additional income,” Metzger said. “The opposition, while it’s the law now, a couple didn’t feel comfortable with it.”
Mt. Morris The Village of Mt. Morris has an upcoming town meeting on Dec. 11 on whether or not cannabis businesses should be allowed in town. Village President Dan Elsasser said Tuesday that it’s not something that has been discussed in depth, but Mt. Morris does plan to create some sort of an ordinance regulating cannabis businesses. “That’s what we’re hoping to gather from the town meeting,” Elsasser said. “I’d say it’s kind of split. I’d say among the board that there are some mixed feelings.” The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. at Pinecrest Grove Community Center.
POLO POLICE Polo Police Chief Jon Mandrell released the following information.
cago, was given a city citation for speeding 48 mph in a 30 mph speed zone.
Nov. 20 A 17 year old male juvenile, Polo, was cited or speeding 49 mph in a 30 mph speed zone. The male juvenile was released on an I-Bond.
Nov. 27 Tushar Shaileshbhai Patel, 37, Lanark, was cited for improper lane usage, failure to give information after striking a vehicle, failure to report an accident to police. He was released on an I-bond.
Nov. 21 Al Ehwarat Eid Musta Mohammad, 27, Chi-
General calls for service Nov. 4-17 Citizen Complaints/Assists..................17 Juvenile.......................................................2 Animal Complaint.....................................4 Disturbance/Domestic............................2 Fire/Medical Assist..................................6 Lock Out.....................................................4 911 Hang Up............................................... 1 Traffic Stops............................................10 County Assists..........................................2
DROWNING UPDATE
Surveys of the river with sonar and boats done when possible BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com
FATAL FIRE UPDATE
Cause of Oct. 20 Polo fire is ruled as undetermined BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com The cause of an Oct. 20 Polo fire that left one man dead has been ruled as undetermined. JC Schultz, Public Information Officer at the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal confirmed the ruling on Tuesday. Daniel Marth, 63, died in the fire. On Oct. 20, at approximately 1:30
Multiple fire departments responded to the scene of a fire in Polo on Oct. 20. Daniel Marth, 63, was found deceased after emergency officials responded to the fire. The cause of the fire was ruled to be undetermined. Photo by RG Hough, Mt. Morris Fire Department
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A search and rescue boat makes it on the Rock River just below the Oregon dam on Nov. 21 as the recovery effort to find the two fishermen continued.
p.m., Polo Fire and Polo Police Department responded to 507 N. Adams Ave. in reference to a structure fire. Upon arrival, officers and fire fighters found the lower level of the residence to be engulfed in flames. Upon entrance to the residence, Marth, a resident of the home, was found deceased. Multiple fire departments assisted at the scene.
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The Oregon Fire Department has continued the search for the bodies of two missing fishermen whose boat capsized near the Oregon dam on Nov. 20 by doing occasional surveys of the Rock River with sonar and boats. Divers will not be put back into the water until a credible location is found by sonar or sighting, Oregon Fire Chief Michael Knoup said. The department has had boats out twice in the past week and anticipates searching more as the weather improves towards the end of this week. “We’ll have boats in the water as long as weather permits,” Knoup
said. “We’re not just giving up. We’re not canceling the search. It’s just were doing it on an as-needed basis until we come up with something.” High water conditions and low temperatures have made it dangerous to search out on the river in recent weeks. Knoup also has to take manpower into consideration when it comes to searching. Oregon Fire is a paid, on-call volunteer department. “I’ve got two medics here,” Knoup said. “Today, one of my medics was qualified to go out on the boat. I took his spot on the ambulance and he went out to search. Since there’s only two of them during the day and myself, we’re kind of limited on what days we can do it without a lot of volunteer help.” The names of the missing fishermen have not yet been released. At a news conference on Nov. 22, Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle said that the names will not be released until the bodies are found.
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LOCAL HISTORY
Here’s more on Eisenhower’s Inaugural Parade BY BETTY OBENDORF Curator, Polo Historical Society As Ruby continued in her letter on the Inaugural Parade, they finally made it to the Capitol Building. At that point it was the formation of the band that required perfection. The army had eight officers stationed along the way to observe the formation and report on it. Later they had three letters from the top brass congratulating them on their perfect marching! But she said, “every single one of us sweat buckets over it.” As they started by the Capitol Building they had a sense they were in perfect formation. It was hard to explain but all the band members felt they were on the ball and had never marched so well. It was an unexplainable feeling that swept over the band and all seemed to feel it. It was all like a dream. She said, “The crowds were in a receptive mood and their enthusiasm and appreciation, carried to us, which in some part would account for our feeling. “While they were on TV in the D. C. area, it had been turned off nationally because it was so late and some of the crowd had left. As
Pine Creek News By Karen Merlak Even though the days seem dreary, our hearts are filled with sunshine because we know that our Father watches over us. Our farmers are thankfully coming to the end of a very long and difficult season. For His care and love, we are truly thankful. This morning in church, we were greeted by Jean Cunningham. James and Nancy Hopkins opened our service with the lighting of the first Advent candle. Pastor Charlotte gave an intriguing sermon in her Advent series “In Light and Darkness.” Charlotte also led the children’s message for our young friends Katelyn, Laura, Harper, and Amelia. This week begins the busy Christmas season filled with many activ-
they passed by the President and Vice-President many in the band were crying since it was quite an emotional experience. “Ike” was smiling and saluted the band and Lt. Peters, head of the band, saluted back. Ruby Jean said, “I have never felt prouder.” A while after the reviewing stand they finally quite marching and then they had to stand to wait for the bus. They had left the base at 1 p.m. and it was then 8:30 p.m. They had stood all that time except for the bus ride and now they were dead tired. When they arrived back at the base they had some great food waiting for them and then they fell into bed. Ruby slept until two the next afternoon. Woke up for 3 hours and then went back to bed. Soon they were back to normal which meant they practiced like crazy for what was next on the schedule. Coming up would be a concert for the American Federation of Women, playing several marches for the arrival of four generals at the airport, playing at the premiere of a movie where General Omar Bradley and Mamie Eisenhower would be present, and finish up with a “big shindig” at the Statler Hotel. As she reflected back on the
parade she felt it was just like a fairy tale and she realized how lucky she was to be in such a position. Soon after the parade Lt. Peters who was head of the band presented several of them with their PFC stripes. Ruby received hers in eight months and usually it takes around 18 months before one is eligible. She felt heaven was smiling on her when she received her stripes earlier than usual. Then came the premiere as they donned their finery with the instructions of, “Do not sit down!” The event turned into seven wonderful hours. All the VIP’s in Washington were there and the women were dressed in beautiful dresses covered with hundreds of dollars of furs. Remember the days of all of fur coats which you do not see at all now? The WAC Band, since they played, was seated in front of everyone and they could look out at all the important people since 800 invitations had been sent out. The movie itself was on the history of the Women’s Army Corp which Ruby felt was somewhat disappointing since it left out so much information and had in some “silly stuff” as she put it. Our family over the week
end found the picture on the Internet and they have ordered it. They had a picture of the WAC Band and there was Ruby as big as life. We were all somewhat surprised. Following the premiere they all went to the Statler Hotel where there was a receiving line of VIPs ending with General Omar Bradley and his wife. As a shaking Ruby went through the line all she managed was a smile. At the end of the evening General Bradley was at the door as they left and there she did say to him, “This has been an evening I’ll never forget.” He said to her, “God bless you, soldier, and good luck.” She never forgot that moment and spoke of it frequently.
ities for all ages. For now, we are grateful for quiet peace mixed with anticipation. On Saturday evening, everyone was invited to participate in the Hanging of the Greens at our church. After decorating the upstairs and downstairs with lights, ornaments, and garlands, Charlotte led a prayer service. Wonderful fellowship and delicious treats followed the events. There were several Thanksgiving gatherings in the area. James and Nancy Hopkins visited their son, Jim’s home, along with his wife, Dana, and son, Connor. The family was missing Abigail who is away at school. Lyle and Sheryl Hopkins hosted their family with their children, spouses, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren visiting throughout the day. Hospitality and food were available to family and friends. Jean Cunningham attended the holiday dinner at her daughter, Jane Hamilton’s home, along with her husband, Tom. Jean delighted in spending time with her entire family, including children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. I spent the holiday with my brother, Ben Bittinger, and his wife, Jo,
and her family at the Ogle County Farm Bureau building in Oregon. I visited with my nephews, Hayden, who was home from college, and Garrett. A roomful of family and extended family enjoyed the time of sharing in conversation and a meal. I am lucky to be included with such a wonderful family. I headed home a little early, just in time to receive messages from all of my children who couldn’t be home this holiday. On Friday afternoon, I met my friend, Teresa, for a movie and dinner. She and I always have a night filled with laughter and lots of visiting. I treasure all of the incredible friends that have surrounded me love. I came home from work on Wednesday evening with the intention of making the food I was bringing to our Thanksgiving dinner. My last dish was a cherry pie since that is Ben’s favorite dessert. It was starting to get late when I put the pie in the oven and since I am quite used to late nights, I set the oven timer and went to relax in the living room. It wasn’t long before I had drifted into a light sleep. Suddenly, the timer from the oven invaded my dreams.
I finally woke up and realized that I had left the pie in the oven. Jumping up from the couch, I rushed into the kitchen to find the pie was burnt. Cherry filling had overflowed into the bottom of the oven. Too tired to clean the mess, I left it for the morning. On Thanksgiving morning, I went to the grocery store for more ingredients and went home to remake the pie. The second one turned out just fine and was a hit at my brother’s home. So often, we hear the sound of our Father calling out to us, like the dinging of an oven timer, desperately asking for our attention. When God calls to us, we need to be ready to jump up and answer the call. He is calling us to care for our neighbors, to give to those in need and to love the unlovable. During this time of anticipation, we are filled with hope. We can share this hope with others by our kind and loving actions. I hope to see you next Sunday as we continue our Advent season. Now is the time to learn about the great gifts He has brought us. Come and join our church family and share in the love and joy of the season.
Christmas Party is Dec. 11 The Polo Historical Society’s Christmas Party will be held Wednesday, Dec. 11, at Barnacopia. Attendees should gather at 5 p.m. and eat at 6 p.m. Bring a dish to pass and your own table service. Drinks will be provided.
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Polo Christmas Festival The Polo Chamber of Commerce will have its annual Christmas Festival Dec. 7-8. The schedule of events are: Saturday, Dec. 7 • 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Country Floral, 25 to 50 per-
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Christmas Star Project tree is up at FSB in Polo The Christmas Star Project is preparing for the season of giving. The Pine Creek Christian Church is seeking community help for its annual Christmas Star Project, “This project was organized to help low income families in the Polo School District to be able to confidentially provide for their children (ages infant through high school) with gifts during the holiday season,” said Sheryl Hopkins, church member. “Records indicate this has been a tradition since at least 2007 – each year averaging over 100 participants.” A Christmas tree is in the lobby of the First State Bank Shannon-Polo this weekend, filled with “Star” tags of children. The age, size and wish list of each child is on the back of the tag. “We recommend a $40 limit per child for clothing, toys, books or non-electronic games,” Hopkins said. Gifts should be wrapped with children’s tags tied to them and returned
to the bank by Saturday, Dec. 14. “We appreciate your help and support with this project. May it put smiles on children’s face Christmas morning!,” Hopkins said.
cent off Christmas cards and silk arrangements • 9-11 a.m., Breakfast with Santa and horse and carriage rides, Polo Fire Station • 9 a.m.-6 p.m., The Christmas Cupboard, gifts, cookies and treats • 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Craft and vendor show, American Legion • 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Our House Antiques, store-wide sale, door prizes, refreshments • 3-5 p.m., Winter Carnival, Crossroads Community Church, kids games and activities • 5-7 p.m., Christmas dinner fundraiser, Polo Fire Station • 6:30 p.m., Festival of Trees, Polo Senior Center, hot cocoa and cookies and vote for favorite tree • 6 p.m., Christmas tree lighting, Louise Quick Park • 7 p.m., Polar Express movie, Polo Library, sparkler send-off afterward • 3-6 p.m., The following businesses will have refreshments and other activities; Blackhawk Area Credit Union, Chesty P’s, Country Financial, First State Bank, Polo Historical Society, and Polo Library Sunday, Dec. 8 • 2-3 p.m., Community Christmas Cantata, Faith United Methodist Church
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The Polo Chamber of Commerce’s first annual Polo Christmas Walk is Saturday, Dec. 7. The day begins at the Polo Fire Station with some pancakes, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and horse and carriage rides at Breakfast with Santa. “Then make your way over to the craft and vendor show to finish your Christmas checklist. The Christmas Cupboard, Country Floral and Our House Antiques will also be open throughout the day for holiday shopping,” said Megan White, Polo Christmas Festival Committee member. Family activities planned include a winter carnival, photos with Santa’s elves, Christmas stories, face painting, and live animals. “Plus, you won’t want to miss out on the holiday refreshments, crafts and games put on by many of our local businesses,” White said. The Polo Lions Club will be hosting a special Christmas Dinner to raise money for the Polo Pool concession stand project. “They have a wonderful menu planned, including ham, turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, corn muffin casserole and much more,” White said. “Gather around the Christmas tree at Louise Quick Park for the annual tree lighting and caroling, followed by cookies and cocoa at the Senior Center. To end the day’s festivities, children are invited
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WEATHER WATCH
High winds caused trees to topple in two towns BY EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@oglecountynews.com Street crews in two Ogle County towns were busy Nov. 27 after high winds whipped through the area, toppling trees and sending chunks of trunks to the ground – and on a house and car. Mt. Morris firefighters closed off a block of Front Street after a large branch fell onto a house and electrical wires. Firefighters had to wait for ComEd workers to cut power to the lines before clean-up could begin. Meanwhile, Oregon city workers were busy cutting up tree debris that came crashing down on a car in the 400 block of North Sixth Street. Resident Rose Thomas said she was trying to enjoy a cup of coffee when she heard a noise, looked out her front window and saw the tree fall on the electrical lines on the other side of the street. “I saw sparks and then I saw the tree down. Then the lights went out,” she said. The tree also took down Infinity cable lines, causing outages in Oregon. Street department crews had the street cleared by 3:15 p.m. and electrical power was restored by 7 p.m. High winds buffeted a parts of the Midwest throughout the day prompting the National Weather Service to issue a high wind warning until 6 p.m. Wind speeds averaged 30 to 40 mph, with gusts of 50 to 55 mph in some areas. Nature’s bluster was part of a larger winter storm system that rolled across the Midwest and threatened to scramble Thanksgiving plans for millions of people.
ABOVE: Oregon Street Department workers try to get a portion of a large tree off a cable line at 412 North Sixth Street after high winds took it down on Nov. 27. LEFT: High winds caused a large portion of this tree to fall on a house on Front Street in Mt. Morris on Nov. 27. Fire department and street crew members had to wait for ComEd workers to cut power to the lines before clearing the debris. Earleen Hinton/Shaw Media
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POLO CHAMBER CHATTER Book Page or the Polo Christmas Festival Face Book Page for a complete list of events and activities. Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Polo Fire Station. Donations accepted at the door. Enjoy hot cakes and juice. Have your picture with Santa and enjoy a horse and carriage ride. Christmas Tree Lighting Join us at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 at Louise Quick Park for the annual
Christmas Tree Lighting. Santa will light the tree and then attendees are invited to the Polo Senior Center for cocoa, cookies and the Festival of Trees. Christmas Cantata “Song of Joy” Christmas Cantata at Faith United Methodist Church, Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. 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 you to join them for cinnamon rolls or donuts every Friday morning at 8:30 a.m. Business after Hours If you are interested and would like to host a Business after Hours or Breakfast before Business call the Chamber at 815-946-3131. Board Meeting The next Polo Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting will be Jan. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Polo Firehouse.
POLO LIBRARY All programs are free unless otherwise noted and accessible. Please note that some programs require registration.
Health & Wellness - Serenity Hospice and Home Care Thursday, Dec. 12, 6 to 7 p.m. A nurse from Serenity Hospice will talk about the history of Hospice and how it has become what it is today.
Book Subscription Box Pickup Saturday, Dec. 28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Pick up your Book Subscription Boxes Adult Programs Yoga Monday, Dec. 16, 6-7 p.m. Krystal from ADM Studios in Oregon
Coffee with a Cop Wednesday, Dec. 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join us for refreshments and conversation the 3rd Wednesday in December.
will be our instructor. Bring a mat if you have one Registration required Euchre Thursday, Dec. 19, 5:30-7 p.m. Time to play cards, bring a friend
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Rock River Center representative Monday, Dec. 23, 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 nec-
Afternoon Book Club at the Library Monday, Dec. 23, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Selection: Hiddensee by Gregory Maguire The Polo Public Library is located at 302 Mason St., Polo. Phone: 815-9462713, email: library@pololibrary.org.
Book Discussion Groups Extra books are always available for these discussions. Please check one out and join us.
Children’s Programs Parents or caregivers must remain in the library if their child is under 8. Lego Challenge: Dinosaur Ages 8-14 Tuesday, Dec. 10, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Build your favorite dinosaur. Tales for Tots Pre-K/Kindergarten Story Time Ages 3-5 Saturday, Dec. 14, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Theme: Christmas Book: Bear Stays Up for Christmas by Karma Wilson Parent-guardian-caregiver must stay with child during the program. Registration required Pokemon Club Ages 8-14 Tuesday, Dec. 17, 3:30-4:30 p.m. This club is open to Pokémon card collectors. Join in to play games and trade cards. Teen Programs
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Library Closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25, Christmas Holiday
Teen Scene Ages 13-18 Tuesday, Dec. 17, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Cupcake Wars and Holiday Party. Registration required
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Polo Christmas Festival Dec. 7: Start the morning off with Santa for breakfast at the Polo Fire Station from 9 to 11 a.m. Enjoy pancakes and a photo with Santa. Horse and carriage rides will be provided by Cargill Carriage Rides as well during the Santa’s Breakfast. In the evening enjoy the Festival of Tree Lighting at 6 p.m. at the Louise Quick Park and the Polo Senior Center. End your evening by heading over to the Polo Library to see the movie “Polar Express”. Check the Polo Chamber Website, The Polo Chamber Face
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ABOVE LEFT: Julia Heller was one of 10 Illinois 4-H members to win the Leadership, Citizenship, and Professionalism Award from The Youth Education Committee of the Illinois Farm Bureau and its affiliates at a ceremony held Oct. 5 in Champaign. ABOVE RIGHT: The Emerald Level Leadership Award went to Heller of Ogle County and Andrew Hinrichs of Ogle County. The Emerald Level Project Learning Award was won by Sara Blume of Ogle County. Photos supplied
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Fun and run at KB Egg Nog Run Dec. 28 The second annual KB Egg Nog Jog will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 28. The early registration deadline for the jog is Dec. 7 and guarantees participants a cozy Egg Nog Jog beanie. The cost is $25. The event will commence at the Oregon VFW, 1210 W. Washington St., Oregon. The Egg Nog Jog is a 3K runwalk through the streets of Oregon. This is not a timed event. The fun will continue inside the VFW with music, food and drinks. Registration forms are available online at kbtoughrun.com on the
KB Run Facebook page. Proceeds from this event will benefit those in our community that are burdened by a medical crisis. More than 80 families have been helped by the KB Fund. Their needs ranged from expenses related to cancer treatments, chronic illness, accident recovery, special
needs therapy, premature births and more. Questions can be directed to info@kbtoughtrun.com or to Josh Roos at 815-440-5180 or Julie Cain at 815-519-2593. To learn more about the event and the fund visit KBToughRun. com
the class fills. “This family-oriented program requires an adult to attend with each child. Don’t miss this amazing experience to take home some memories,” said Tina Ketter, superintendent of recreation. Online registration is available at oregonpark.org or by calling 815-7323101 or you can register in person at Nash Recreation Center located at 304
S. Fifth Street, Oregon.
OREGON PARK DISTRICT Village Bakery, park district offers decorating class The Village Bakery and their staff are offering an exciting decorating experience on Friday, Jan. 3 from 2 to 3 p.m. for kids, ages seven through 12. The cost for the class, done in partnership with the Oregon Park District, is $16 for residents of the park district and $19 for non-residents. The deadline to register is Friday, Dec. 22 or when
First Friday in the pool and lock-in at Nash Rec Center The Oregon Park District’s First Friday in the Pool will be held on Friday, Dec. 6 for a showing of Elf out on the pool deck at the Nash Recreation Center. See EVENTS, Page 9
The Cardinal Community Christmas will be Sunday, Dec. 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. in downtown Stillman Valley. Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available inside Stillman Bank as well as several giveaways from local businesses. Outside events include hayrides, horse and carriage rides, hot chocolate, cookies, and Cliff’s Donuts. There also will be a bonfire and a Kidzone with games and activities at Legacy Lanes, across the street from Stillman Bank on Main Street. The tree lighting ceremony of the Community Christmas Tree will be at 5 p.m. at the corner of Main and Maple Streets. The 8th Annual Christmas Tree Decorating Contest will highlight the evening. Several trees will be decorated by local community groups and winners will be announced. Attendees can vote for their favorite tree by donating loose change. The tree with the highest total at the end of the evening will win People’s Choice. All funds will be donated to Bread of Life food pantry in Stillman Valley.
MARRIAGE LICENSES Ogle County Clerk Laura Cook issued the following marriage licenses: Nov. 22 James Franklin Deal IV of Suffolk, Virginia and Lauren Marie Sergent of Loves Park. Nov. 27 Johnathan James Becker of Elgin and Deyglis Sarai Castillo of Elmhurst.
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Polo Area Community Theatre will present “The Rented Christmas� at 7 p.m. Dec. 6, 7, and 13, and at 2 p.m. Dec. 8 and 14 at Polo Town Hall, 117 N Franklin Ave. The play is based on a short story by J. Lillian Vandervere, about how a man named John Dale seeks to enjoy a “real Christmas.� He speaks to Anne Weston, owner of the local rent shop, and requests a tree with presents, Christmas carols and also a wife and five children. Anne faces increasing challenges in meeting John’s requests, but ends up managing to provide a new life for all
Polo Area Community Theatre actors (left) Nativity Scene: Melanie Frederick, Natalya Witkowski, Lucas Gascoigne, Joya Katner, Ella Gonzalez, Kimberly Ayling, and Mary Jo Frederick rehearse a scene from the upcoming play, “The Rented Christmas.� Photo supplied $10 for seniors 60 and older, and $7, children 11 and younger. Go to polotheatre.org or call 815-
441-0778, or email Donna Baumann at info@polotheatre.org for more information.
The St. James’ Christmas Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7 at Green’s Auto Sales in Forreston. This event, sponsored by the St. James Lutheran Church WELCA,
will begin at 9 a.m. Visitors will be greeted with a cup of coffee at the door. Candies, cakes, cookies, pies, breads, snacks and other delicious treats will be on
display to purchase.
will be free popcorn and nachos in the snack bar for when you need a break from all that swimming! Snacks will be served from 6-7:30 p.m.� The event s free to members and a daily fee for everyone else. Resident daily rates are $2 for students and $3 for adults. Non-resident rates are $3 for
students and $4 for adults. “Following First Friday in the Pool and after the facility closes we will open up to 6th thorough 8th graders only,� said Ketter. “Admission charge is $3 and includes swimming, bingo, food, wallyball, basketball, baggo, pickleball and fun with friends.�
This event will be supervised and no student is allowed to leave without parental permission prior to 9:45 p.m. “Drop your kids off early to enjoy First Friday and they can stay for the lock-in,� Ketter said. For more information, contact tina@ oregonpark.org or call 815-732-3101.
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Grooming van catches fire in drive BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com A mobile pet grooming van caught fire in a driveway on Nov. 25 at 12756 W. Pilgrim Road near Dixon. Dixon Rural Fire responded to the call at about 4:20 p.m. and put the fire out within minutes. No humans or pets were injured in the fire, Chief Sid Aurand said. The operator of the pet grooming van entered the home to retrieve a pet. Upon returning, the back of the vehicle was in flames. The vehicle was completely destroyed as a result of the fire. The home sustained minor heat damage. Paint on the siding was burnt and a car in the garage had its taillights melted. Aurand believes the fire was caused by one of several propane tanks in the vehicle, used for things like heating water.
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Marian L. Carpenter, 87, died Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019 at the Pinecrest Manor in Mt. Morris. She was born Nov. 19, 1932 in Sterling, the daughter of Cloyd E. and Marvel (Kramer) Kendell, Sr. She graduated from Sterling High School in 1950 and then attended one year of Beautician School. Marian worked for 30 years as a beautician from her home in Dixon and also at Bernice Zimmerman’s Beauty Shop in Sterling. She also worked for 10 years at Quebecor in Mt. Morris and 15 years at the
LEONARD J. “JACK” LEAMANCZYK Leonard J. “Jack” Leamanczyk passed away peacefully on Nov. 27, 2019 at the age of 87. He was the beloved husband of Donna
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SCOTT POWELL Scott Powell, 57, of Oregon, died suddenly Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019 in his home. He was born on Sept. 5, 1962 in Dixon, to Robert and Phyllis (Painter) Powell. He married Kristi Long on March 20, 1992 in Oregon. Scott was a 1980 graduate of Dixon High School. He was employed the past eight years at Jones Natural Chews in
Doss, Vernon Kendell, Cloyd Kendell, Jr., and Don Kendell. She is survived by her son Jeff Camling of South Dakota, four grandchildren; Amy (Brent) Wolber, Nathan (Joni) Camling, Dane Camling, Kristyn (Anthony) Camling-DiFulvio; two daughter-in-laws Lynnel and Brenda Camling; 11 great grandchildren, Dustin, Jessica, Brook, Ashley, Sarah, Tyler, Amanda, Leonardo, Vincent, Avianna, and Roman; sister Barb Travis; thee brothers; Gordon (Aimee) Kendell, Allen (Colombia) Kendell, and Irvin (Sharon) Kendell; step daughter Carol (Jeff)
Dees; step son Mark (Barb) Carpenter; four step granddaughters, Jaycie, Halie, Savannah, and Shelby. Funeral service were at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4, at the Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, 110 S. 7th Street in Oregon, with the Rev. Rodney R. Caldwell Chaplin of the Pinecrest Manor officiating. Visitation was one hour prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial was in the Egan Cemetery. A memorial fund is established for the Pinecrest Manor or the Serenity Hospice and Home. Visit www.farrellhollandgale.com to leave a memory or a condolence.
M., (nee Klann). He was a proud U.S. Army veteran and member of Bricklayers Union Local # 6. He had many interests, with his favorites being reading, drinking beer, fishing, liberal politics, and the Green Bay Packers.
He was born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He moved his family to Mt. Morris and resided there for over 50 years. He is survived by his children: Michael (Julia), Jack (Jeanne), Karen (Lee) Weinbender, and Scott; grandchildren Chad,
Brittany, Lauren, Joseph, Melissa, Lindsey and Alana; and great grandchildren Alexandra, Sean, Isabella and Dylan. An informal memorial for family and friends will be held on Saturday, Dec. 14 at Breakers in Oregon, from 2-4 p.m.
received his Associates Degree from Vincennes University, his Bachelors in Agricultural Engineering from Purdue University and his Masters in Plant Pathology from the University of Illinois. He was employed for 23 years by Monsanto and most recently by CHS in Elburn. Kevin was a board member of Illinois State Certified Crop Advisors and a Certified Crop Agronomist. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Oregon, Knights of Columbus Council 1092 and an honorary 4th Degree Knight.
Survived by his wife, Lora McKee of Oregon; father, Michael (Pam) McKee of Switz City, Indiana; daughters, Kristin (Eric) Mirro of Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Kennideigh McKee of Stonington; brother, Kristopher (Brandee) McKee of Linton, Indiana; father-in-law, Don Stevens of Oregon; sister-in-law, Anne Stevens of Oregon; and many special friends and caregivers. Predeceased by his mother, paternal and maternal grandparents and motherin-law, Marge Payne Stevens. A Christian Funeral Mass will be held
at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 in St. Mary Catholic Church, Oregon with Rev. Joseph Naill as celebrant. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery, Oregon. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 in Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Kevin’s name may be made to Greater Chicago ALS Association, Oregon School Foundation or St. Mary Catholic Church, Oregon. Visit www.farrellhollandgale.com to leave a memory or a condolence.
Rockford and prior to that for 12 years at Spectrum Preferred Meats. Scott was a loving family man who enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time in his yard and with his grandkids and was a Green Bay Packer fan. He is survived by his wife, Kristi Powell of Oregon; parents, Robert and Phyllis Powell of Dixon;
daughters, Kelsey (Matthew) Manning of Dalzell and Kayla Powell of Oregon; grandchildren, Maci and Jexton Manning; brother, Robert Neil (Kathy) Powell of Dixon; and mother-in-law, Joyce Long of Oregon. Predeceased by his maternal and paternal grandparents and father-in-law, Skeet Long. Funeral services were held at 11
a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5 in Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon with Pastor Michael Hoffman, Oregon Church of God, officiating. Visitation was from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4 in the funeral home. Burial was in Pine Creek Brethren Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established. Visit www.farrellhollandgale.com to leave a memory or a condolence.
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Kevin Joe McKee, 52, of Oregon, died Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019 in his home following a courageous battle with ALS, Lou Gehrig’s Disease. He was born Sept. 24, 1967 in Linton, Indiana, to Michael and Virginia (Liston) McKee. He married Lora Stevens April 18, 2009 in St. Mary Catholic Church, Oregon. Kevin was a 1985 graduate of Central High School in Switz City, Indiana,
Oregon Health Care Center as a CNA. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Oregon where she sang in the choir. She also sang with the Sweet Adeline’s group. Marian married Terry Carpenter on Sept. 28, 1985 in Grand Detour. He preceded her in 2002. She was also predeceased by her parents and son Gary Camling and siblings; Grace Handel, Murrell Kendell, Melvin Kendell, Anita Jean Gallagher, Roy Kendell, Kenneth Kendell, Wayne Kendell, Darlene Kendell, Robert Kendell, Roberta
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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
2997 N. German Church Rd. Pastor Marvin Jacobs 815-732-6313 www.ebenezerreformed.com
501 Third Ave. Pastor Lyle Zumdahl 815-938-2424 lylezumdahl@gmail.com
EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA
764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes 815-732-2424
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St., Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Logan Murphy 815-734-4942 www.efcmm.org office@efcmm.org
FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Pastor Jeremy Heller 815-946-3588
FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203
FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 faithumcpolo
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
Pastor Karyn Kost 815-661-6315 www.freedomlutheran.org.
GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com
EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor Sung-Eun Kim 815-938-2380
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
Church and Main Streets Pastor Don Plock
Congress Ave. & Webster St. Pastor Leslie Lake PoloCob@risebroadband.net
GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
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
8210 E. Edwardsville Rd., German Valley Pastor Eric Schlukebir 815-362-6601
16032 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon 815-864-2448
416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199
LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH
RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH
SILVER CREEK REFORMED CHURCH
609 S. 10th St., Oregon Craig Arnold, Pastor 812-236-1213
6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Billy Hardy 815-738-2205 leafriverbc@gmail.com
ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor Sung-Eun Kim 815-345-3038
1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon Rev. Eldred George 815-732-7211 www.saintbrides.org saint.bride.church@gmail.com
LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH
LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
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
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
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 Mark Phillips Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 760-550-4563
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
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The main objective for Polo was to shut down Olivia Lambrigtsen in their Tuesday night game at the Blackhawk Center. The Marcos accomplished that goal, but could not do the same with Lauren Montavon and Jenae Bothe in a 45-37 loss to the Hawks. “It was pick your poison,� Polo coach Jeff Grobe said. “We did what we wanted in holding Lambrigtsen down. We made Bothe beat us. She has nice up-and-under moves.� With the score tied 8-8 midway through the first quarter, Polo went on a 17-1 run to take a 25-9 lead with five minutes left until halftime. “They had a little trouble with our 1-3-1. They adjusted later,� Grobe said. Marah Blake, Becca Wagner and Mallory Patterson did the bulk of damage to Oregon on a variety of shots, both inside and out. “We were hustling and diving after loose balls,� Grobe said. “Marah had a nice inside game and Becca was good on both ends with tipped balls and steals.� Needing a spark, Oregon got one from Montavon. The 5-foot-10 senior broke the scoring drought with a basket to cut the lead to 25-11, this after the Hawks only managed one point in eight minutes. She then grabbed three consecutive offense rebounds and put in a free throw, as the momentum suddenly shifted. “That’s when we switched to zone,� Montavon said. “We communicate really well on that and it allows us to position ourselves better. Polo also left the post open to open to concentrate on Olivia.� Bothe took full advantage, pulling the Hawks within 25-18 on a pair of free throws and a basket. Blake finally scored for Polo, but Oregon was on
a roll and Breanna DeHaan closed the half out with a basket, as Oregon trailed 27-22. “Lauren had a fantastic game with her mid-range shot and knack for getting rebounds and loose balls,� said Oregon coach Wendy Lambrigsten. “And, Jenae – what else can you say. She can set herself up on the block, even when double and triple-teamed.� Coming out of the break, Wagner increased the Polo lead to 29-22, but it was all Oregon after that. Montavon got the rally going again with a block and steal on Marco consecutive possessions, sandwiched around a basket. Then it was Bothe feeding Lambrigtsen for a textbook assist. With 2:07 left in the third quarter, Montavon scored three straight points to cut the lead to 33-30. Meanwhile, the hot-shooting Marcos turned cold. Polo was 9-for-17 shooting the first quarter and then fell to 3-for-15 in the second. However, it wasn’t until the fourth quarter that Oregon finally took the lead. Bothe continued to tear it up inside for Oregon with eight fourth-quarter points to put the game away for the Hawks. She ended with 17, followed by 11 from Montavon and nine from Lambrigtsen. Polo was without Alex Dusing, who has been bothered by a knee injury. Grobe hopes to have her back for their holiday tournament, of which both Oregon (2-3) and Polo (2-3) will compete in. “Once we get into a groove, I think we can be a force to reckon with,� said Wendy Lambrigtsen, coaching while undergoing cancer treatments. “I got energy from the crowd and my coaches tonight.� Both Grobe and his assistant Kyle Knutti sported shirts with a pink cancer ribbon in support of Lambrigtsen.
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Marcos build big lead, but can’t hold off Durand Durand rallys from 18-point halftime deficit to win in OT BY TY REYNOLDS treynolds@saukvalley.com The first half belonged to Polo. The second half was all Durand – and the Bulldogs carried that into overtime, too.
Durand rallied from an 18-point halftime deficit to defeat the Marcos 55-45 in overtime in the championship game of the AFC Thanksgiving Tournament on Nov. 30 in Ashton. “Credit Durand; they made all the plays down the stretch,” Polo coach Matt Messer said. “If we went by the first half, we deserved to win, but second half and overtime, they deserved the win.” Polo (3-1) jumped out to a quick 6-0 lead in the game’s first 2½ minutes, and then used a 12-2 run over the final minute of the first quarter and opening 2 minutes of the second to build a 24-9 lead. Tucker Mumford started the surge with a runout layup, then hit a pair of 3-pointers later on, before Joey Bardell found Parker Wolber on a kickout pass for another 3 to cap the outburst. The Marcos then went scoreless for the next 2 minutes, but Durand (4-0) didn’t make much headway. Brody Glawe banked in a 3 with 3:48 left in the second quarter to ignite a 9-0 Polo run to end the half. Jace Coffey turned a halfcourt steal into a layup, and Logan Kindle hit a turnaround jumper form the right baseline as the first-half buzzer sounded for a 33-15 lead. “Polo’s tough, holy moly,” Durand coach Jason Stram said. “I did not expect them to start that fast, and I did not expect to be down at halftime. When I went in at halftime, I definitely was woke up, and I made sure my players got woke up.” That alarm clock did the job for the Bulldogs. They outscored the Marcos 19-2 in the third quarter, opening it with back-to-back 3-pointers by Trenton Taylor and Justin Smith, then getting a putback from Jake Anderson, a coastto-coast steal and layup from Tay-
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Polo’s Jace Coffey looks to pass in to the post during the Nov. 30 game against Durand. lor, and an Aidan Snider pull-up jumper int he lane to get within 35-34 heading into the fourth. “They did a better job of getting themselves in transition and making sure they got back against our transition,” Messer said. “And then defensively, we had a couple of mental lapses, and offensively we tried to slow down the pace, and that’s my fault; we should’ve just kept going in our half-court, looking to attack.” The Marcos tried to get back in that vein in the fourth, as Mumford hit a free throw, then took an inbounds pass from Colton Gunder and flicked it right back to Gunder for a 3-pointer and a 39-34 lead with 5:56 to play. But Durand scored the next five points, forging its first tie since 0-0 on Smith’s 1-and-1 free throw makes with 3:20 to go. Kindle then hit both ends of a 1-and-1 with 1:07 left for a 41-39 Polo lead, before Alex Montalvan’s putback tied it again with 48.8 sec-
onds to play. Montalvan missed the free throw for the three-point play, but Durand got the rebound, and pulled the ball out to hold for the last shot. With less than 10 seconds to play, Smith and Montalvan tried a giveand-go on the left wing, but Smith’s layup was waved off for a charging call, keeping the score tied at 41 with 5.7 seconds left. Gunder dribbled the length of the court and put up a layup, but it was blocked out of bounds with 0.7 seconds left. Gunde then tossed a lob to Mumford right in front of the basket, but Mumford’s tip hit the rim in three places before bouncing out, forcing overtime. “We had some shots that, I think, in a week or two we’re going to make,” Messer said. “Down the stretch, we got real tight.” Durand took its first lead of the game in the first 5 seconds of overtime, as the opening tip ended up in Smith’s hands right under the basket for a layup. A steal at half-
court turned into a layup for Taylor, then Montalvan scored on a pretty spin move on the left low block before dishing post-to-post to Anderson for another pointblank bucket and a 49-41 lead with 2:12 remaining. “All of our bigs did their job,” Stram said. “When Cam [Maines] and Aaron [Folk] are out there, that’s a bigger lineup and we’re in there to just bang bodies. We bring in Jake and Alex, we get a little faster, a little more athleticism. It’s a formula of success, as long as they utilize it the correct way.” Bennett Soltow went coast-tocoast for a basket to cut Polo’s deficit to 49-43, but Smith hit both ends of a 1-and-1 before Montalvan scored down low again, pushing the margin to 10 with 35 seconds left. “The kids came out in the second half ready to go, and made an incredible comeback,” Stram said. See MARCOS, Page 15
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Polo’s Colton Gunder works down the court off a fast break.
• MARCOS Continued from Page 14 “Last year, we had multiple games where we were down 20+ points and we came back, but we just didn’t know how to win them. This year, with this group, they know how to win, and that’s the difference.” Smith finished with 18 points, five rebounds, two steals and two blocks for Durand, while Taylor added 14 points, eight rebounds, three steals and two assists. Montalvan had eight points, 14 rebounds and three assists, and
Anderson chipped in six points and seven boards. Mumford led the Marcos with 13 points, 10 rebounds, three blocks and two assists, with Coffey adding 10 points, six rebounds and three steals. Kindle finished with eight points, eight rebounds and two assists, Gunder had five points, seven rebounds and three steals, and Soltow nabbed a game-high five steals. “We’re going to learn from this, I think, and that’s what I told the kids in the locker room afterward,” Messer said. “If you lose, as long as you learn from it, it can be a good thing.”
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In describing the style of play for the Forreston boys basketball team, new coach Justin Shiltz said there will be a night and day difference between him and previous coach Jonathan Schneiderman. “That is on the court,” Shiltz said. “I’m sure we share a lot of other same values in how to run a program.” Influenced by traditional downstate teams like Quincy and Lincoln, Shiltz is bringing in a 1-2-2 zone to Forreston, completely different than the man-to-man employed by Schneiderman. “The only other team around here that runs it is Mike Miller up at Hononegah,” Shiltz said. “If you see us in man-to-man, something went drastically wrong.” The Cardinals will also employ a full-court press out of the zone. Offensively, they will use a spread ball screen offense with a pick-and-roll. In his 21st year of coaching, Shiltz is an unknown to this area, having spent the majority of his basketball world in the Quad-cities. He graduated from Davenport West and played college ball at Marycrest, earning honor-mention All-American. He coached both boys and girls basketball at East Moline UT, Rock Island Alleman, Davenport and one year, which he termed disastrous, at Portland, Oregon. “I was very familiar with Forreston,” Shiltz said. “When I was at UT we played the Dixon girls tourney and saw them there. I know their school has a wonderful teaching and coaching staff. The students conduct themselves well.” After spending the majority of time at 4A schools, Shiltz is excited to be in the small-school ranks. Like other 1A/2A schools in that area, there is a lot of pride and passion for sports,” Shiltz said. “I’m ready to go. 3-sport
athletes are dying out, but thriving here. It’s a throwback mentality. They have state titles in football here, but people love basketball too. They also host one of the most historic tournaments in the state.” The Cardinals graduated on of the most prolific scorers in school history in Braedon Fyock. “We lost a lot of experience,” Shiltz said. One returner with plenty of playing time is junior point guard Ethan Greenfield. “I like his temperament. He’s very coachable,” Shiltz said. “We’ll rely on him to have the ball in his hands. He’s smart, skilled and can shoot.” Called a ‘wildcard’ by Shiltz, Chase Greenfield is returning to the hardwood after sitting out his junior year. “When I got here, I was told he was one person to try to get to come out,” Shiltz said. “He has too much talent not to be out and is a nice-sized (6-3) wing.” Helping out at guard will be seniors Riley Cornileus and Kolton Dorty. “Riley is hard-nosed and Kolton is a really good shooter,” Shiltz said. Bolstering the front line will be big men Jakob Boomgarden and Derek DeVries. “Jakob is good size and can shoot and handle the ball a little. He’ll bring versatility,” Shiltz said. “Derek will bang around inside and be a big help.” Dom Christensen is giving basketball a whirl and Shiltz is impressed with his leaping ability. “He’ll give us spot minutes. He defends like crazy and can rebound,” Shiltz said. Coming off the bench to help at guard will be Jordan Neuschwander and Braden Politsch. Though a newcomer to the area, Shiltz feels Lena-Winslow, Pecatonica, Aquin and Eastland will be the teams to beat.
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3A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
Tigers lose 3A title game in 46-42 heartbreaker BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglcountynews.com It was another thriller in the 3A state title game for Byron, but unfortunately for the Tigers, it was another heartbreaking loss. The only difference was this time it was at Huskie Stadium instead of Memorial Stadium. “They’re both tough losses to swallow,” Byron coach Jeff Boyer said following the Nov. 29 loss. Trailing 42-32 with 4:32 left in the game, Williamsville quarterback Conor McCormick and Brendan Bishop connected for two touchdowns passes for a 46-42 win. “It was an incredible game,” Williamsville coach Aaron Kunz said. “It was incredible heart by our kids when (Byron) returned that onside kick. Both teams fought so hard. A tip of the hat to Byron. It was unbelievable.” Down 42-39, the Bullets tried an onside kick, but Parker Eccles of Byron wisely snagged it on the run and went to the l7-yard line. Heading down the field untouched, the ball slipped out of his hands in the wet conditions, but it bounced right back to him. That may have allowed the Bullets to catch him before scoring. Looking to put the game away, the normally potent Tiger offense came up short on fourth down and turned the ball over at the ll-yard line with 2:35 left. “That was a huge momentum changer, but football is a weird game,” said Byron QB Ben Carlson, who was masterful in directing the offense and also led the team with nine tackles. That was where McCormick’s (335 yards) passing and Grant Ripperda’s (181 yards) running sliced through the Tiger defense leading up to a red zone possession with 30 seconds left in the game. McCormick was flushed out of the pocket and found Bishop in the end zone for an 11-yard touchdown pass that resembled a playground play. “I saw him rolling out and I tried to find space,” said Bishop, who had a 3A title game record of 230 yards receiving, to go along with nine catches and three TDs.
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Byron’s Drake Snodgrass (25) reaches for a pass as Williamsville’s Maxwell Olysav (21) defends during second half action in the 3A championship game. There was no stopping either Byron and Williamsville until Ripperda fumbled in the red zone early in the third quarter. Sophomore Chandler Binkley, who saw plenty of action mid season filling in for a hobbled Tiger offensive backfield, recovered the loose ball and Williamsville was finally stopped after five straight scoring drives. Byron, which led 35-32 at the time after a Isaac Stickler TD, couldn’t capitalize, as its offense was stopped on fourth-and-l on its next drive. “We knew they wouldn’t pass and we stacked our defense. That was a huge stop for us,” Kunz said. The Tigers did gain a 42-32 advantage on a 5l-yard scoring drive. The key play was a 20-yard
run by Stickler, who followed pulling Tyler Elsbury taking out three defenders on the play. “It’s like following a truck,” Stickler said. On the next play, l55-pound Josiah Fetherston showed little guys could block too by sealing off the last would-be tackler on a Drake Snodgrass 25-yard touchdown and 42-32 lead. “It was a great high school football game. I’m proud of these guys,” Boyer said. Aydin Lambert gave Byron a boost by connecting on all six of his extra point kicks, giving the Tigers a 3-point plus differential, forcing Williamsville to make an extra score to win. The first half was more like a ping pong game than football, as each team went back-and-forth in scoring. “Both of our offenses were on fire in the first half,” Kunz said. “We knew we could score. But what mattered was whether we could get a stop.” Stickler had l9l yards rushing in the first half, along with scores of l0, 40 and 6l. Snodgrass added the other touchdown on a 3-yard run, as the Tigers did not pass until midway in the third quarter. Williamsville was effective mixing pass (l7l yards) and run (l62) in putting up five touchdowns in the first 24 minutes. That was more than anyone had put up against Byron in an entire game. “They had a great spread attack throwing and running,” Boyer said. The Tigers ended up with 5l7 yards of total offense and did everything they needed to do to win. The only problem was that l4-0 Williamsville did a little more in claiming the school’s first state title in any boys sport. “I don’t know if this is the biggest (win) in school history, but it’s right up there,” said Kunz, whose 2014 squad took second to Wilmington 20-17. The 555 total yards by Williamsville broke the old 3A record of 542. Their seven touchdowns also tied the record. “This one is going to sting for awhile,” Byron assistant coach Sean Considine said.
SPORTS ROUNDUP Boys Basketball Polo 44, Amboy 35: Tucker Mumford dropped in 20 points as the Marcos pulled away from the Clippers in Ashton. Polo led just 33-31 entering the final 8 minutes. Polo 52, Hiawatha 43: Colton Gunder had 10 points and Bennett Soltow added nine as the Marcos topped the Hawks in Ashton. Polo 54, LaMoille-Ohio 46: Tucker Mumford poured in 32 points as the Marcos eased past the Lions and earned a berth in Saturday’s championship game of the AFC Tournament against
Durand. Casen Cherry led LaMoille-Ohio with 14 points, and Luke Moore added 11. The Lions will take on AFC in the third-place game. Oregon 60, Aquin 57: The Hawks led 37-28 at halftime of a semifinal at the Blackhawk Center, then held off a Bulldog rally to advance to the title game at their own tournament. Trey Woolsey had 19 points, and Noah Campos scored 12 to lead Oregon, which led 49-44 heading into the fourth quarter. Will Gustafson’s 16 points paced Aquin, and Ben Hunziker added 12.
Girls Basketball Polo 50, West Carroll 39: The Marcos got a strong second-half push to win on the road. Mallory Patterson scored 18 points to lead Polo, 14 of which came in the second half, including a pair of 3-pointers. Becca Wagner added 12 points, and Lindee Poper scored eight. Polo led 11-5 after one quarter, but trailed 21-15 at the half before rallying with 16 third-quarter points and 19 in the fourth quarter. Genoa-Kingston 41, Forreston 32: The Lady Cardinals trailed 17-15 at the half but the Cogs put 10 on the board
in the third period to Forreston’s five en route to the win. Alexus Houston led Forreston with 14 points.
Wrestling Polo falls twice: The Marcos were defeated 42-36 by Wheaton Academy, and 33-30 by Genoa-Kingston in a triangular. Dimetri Garza (120), Connor Eubanks (126), Nicholas Cain (132), Alex Davies (152), Marcus McKenna (170) and Lane Lindquist (182) all won by pin against Wheaton Academy. Garza (120), Eubanks (126), Avery Grenoble (138), McKenna (170) and Cole Faivre (195) all won by pin against GK.
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ithout a doubt, the best of the eight state championship football games was Byron vs Williamsville, a 46-42 thriller in favor of the Bullets. It was the second straight year Byron lost to an athletic team capable of making big plays. After the Tigers took a 10-point lead with 4:32 left, it looked the firstplace trophy was soon be loaded on the bus for the short 45-minute drive back to Byron. However, quarterback Conor McCormick, a converted defensive end as a freshman, had other ideas. Just like Alek Bundy of Monticello did last year, McCormick, along with receiver Brendon Bishop, running back Grant Ripperda came up with one play after another to counteract the powerful ball-control offense of the Tigers. One thing I’ve learned over the decades of watching running teams like Rochelle, Oregon and Byron is a reduced capacity for making big plays. Spread offenses that mix run and
COMMENTARY Andy Colbert pass at a high level are able to pull it off and win games they probably shouldn’t have. Then there is Stillman Valley. They are not a spread offense, but they managed to come up with big plays to win many a playoff game on their way to numerous state titles.  On the other hand, Lena-Winslow could have run a quarterback sneak on every play and in the 1A title game and still won. The bigger question is where this year’s group stands among the greatest 1A teams in the state. Some have said they would have won any of the four championship games contested on Nov. 29. In 4A, powerhouse Richmond-Burton is completely out of Forreston’s league and the BNC is thankful the Rockets are no longer in their league
anymore. Le-Win probably could have beaten the 4A runner-up Murphysboro. A really fun game would be against Byron in 3A. Toss up? Maybe, but I’ll still take the Tigers. Le-Win would have won 2A, but Sterling Newman has always come up with ways to win a game. Never count the mentally proficient Comets out of anything, but it should also be noted they lost to Morrison, who couldn’t even get out of the 1A quarterfinals. After the Le-Win game, I had a chance to chat at length with Sean Ormiston and Isaiah Bruce about last year’s Forreston game. They both admitted to overlooking the Cardinals. Ormiston said Le-Win wasn’t mentally prepared. Bruce said they weren’t focused in practice that week. Certainly Le-Win didn’t need any extra motivation from the Forreston loss to be 2019 state champs, but perhaps they learned a life lessen. Call me a homer on this one, but I believe Forreston would have given
Le-Win its closest test in the playoffs. It certainly would have been much closer than the regular-season blowout. With nine returning starters, including an excellent sophomore in QB Luke Benson and Iowa recruit Gennings Dunker, Le-Win will be the choice to win 1A next year. Byron loses virtually its entire starting line-up and will be hardpressed to enjoy the success of these past two years, though they do have a large roster of players to pick from. Forreston is another team losing a lot. They could be as thin as they’ve been in recent memory, but Forreston has a tendency to be deceivingly good. With a much larger senior class than before, Oregon should be improved. It is still a numbers game for Hawks. Stillman Valley may be the team to beat in the Big Northern, with several juniors having played key roles.
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1A FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
Ormiston, Le-Win dominant in state title run BY ANDY COLBERT acolbert@oglecountynews.com It didn’t seem fair for Moweaqua Central A&M to only be allowed 11 players on defense and LenaWinslow to get more than two downs. In a physical running attack that required multiple tacklers on every play and rarely needed more than two tries to get first downs, LenaWinslow put an exclamation mark on an undefeated season with a 58-20 win over the Raiders (13-1) in the 1A state title game on Nov. 29. Sean Ormiston scored a 1A-record six touchdowns, and also broke former teammate Rahveon Valentine’s all-time NUIC rushing record (4,649 yards) in leading the Panthers to their fourth championship in 10 years. Since being upset by Forreston in last year’s semifinals, the Panthers have been on a mission. “After losing, we busted out butts all summer,” said Ormiston. “We overlooked them, and it bit us.” Kade Chrisman caught his second touchdown pass on the first play of the fourth quarter for a 58-12 lead. That made it the 11th running clock of the year for the Panthers, and consideration has to be given to
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Lena-Winslow running back Sean Ormiston breaks free for a touchdown during their Class 1A state football championship game at Northern Illinois University. them as the best ever in Class 1A. “They could probably win 1A, 2A and 3A,” A&M coach Brent Weakly said. “MaxPreps has them ranked No. 13 in the country for small schools.” This from Steve Soucie, Illinois
prep expert: “The only other team that comes to mind is 1999 Carthage.” It was a 66-yard touchdown pass to Chrisman on the first drive that demonstrated A&M’s willingness to sell out on the run. There was no one
within 20 yards of Chrisman, as he caught the pass from sophomore QB Luke Benson. “We saw that they played to the run so hard,” Le-Win coach Ric Arand said. “Running the football like we did and the play-action pass, it’s tough to stop.” Even with A&M stacking the box, Ormiston went 23 yards to make it 14-0 in the first quarter. With allstate QB Connor Heaton (17-for-33, 192 yards, 1 INT) leading them back, the Raiders pulled to within 26-12 at halftime. Heaton, one of four returning starters from a state third-place basketball team that also play football, had a 5-yard TD pass and 8-yard run, the latter with 15 seconds left in the second quarter. “I thought we were in good shape at half,” Weakly said. Ormiston had other ideas. The 6-foot, 206-pound fullback had three touchdowns in the third quarter. Fellow senior strongman Isaiah Bruce set up the second score by forcing a fumble. Both played key roles in Le-Win’s 2017 state title. “It’s special with Sean and Brucey being here,” Arand said. “They battled back after that big loss last
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Decorated Byron seniors go out in state shootout BY JEFF HELFRICH jhelfrich@oglecountynews.com During the second quarter of Byron’s 46-42, 3A State Championship loss to Williamsville, all-state Tiger lineman Tyler Elsbury was down on the field with an injury. Elsbury laid on the field at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb for a few minutes. He sat out a few plays. And then he returned, played both ways and blocked for 449 total rushing yards. “It’s a grind,” Elsbury said. “I’m the youngest of five boys in a family, so I’m used to it. I just took a shot to my lower leg and it definitely hurt. In my head I was just thinking I’d play for these guys, so I just had to suck it up and come back out on the field for them.” Williamsville (14-0) got Byron’s (13-2) best shot on Friday afternoon. Two of Byron’s other top seniors, running backs Isaac Stickler and Drake Snodgrass, put up video game numbers in the contest. Stickler racked up 264 yards rushing and four touchdowns, while Snodgrass added 163 yards and two touchdowns. The two runners punched back at Williamsville after each time it scored. The Bullets’ coaches could be heard from the press box yelling out which plays were coming from the Tigers’ offense, but they still couldn’t be stopped.
“It was just execution,” Elsbury said. “It doesn’t really matter what play is called. It was just outstanding how our offense was working today.” Elsbury was seen taking on triple teams early in the game. Late in the game, he acted as a road grader running through the secondary to block for Stickler, who was tucked in behind him. “Following Tyler is like following a truck,” Stickler said. “You just go behind him and let him do his thing.” Stickler finished the season with 1,501 yards and 19 touchdowns, while Snodgrass finished with 1,200 yards and 10 scores. Elsbury will move on to Iowa to play for the Hawkeyes next fall. Byron head coach Jeff Boyer was emotional about his senior class as a whole following the game. “I love each and every one of these kids,” Boyer said. “I’m so proud of them. We spent so much time together in the weight room and in the offseason and throughout the season. Words can’t even describe how much this group of kids means to me. The entire senior class.” Byron failed for the second time in as many years downstate to try and win its first title since 1999. “It’s hard to swallow,” Elsbury said. “But we all have to deal with it together and when we do that, I think it’ll be alright. We’ll look back at it. Not a lot of teams can say they made it to the state championship back to back.”
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Byron senior Tyler Elsbury (77) walks with junior Josiah Fetherston (5) as Williamsville celebrates a 46-42 win over the Tigers in the 3A championship.
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• LE-WIN Continued from Page 18 year.” Ormiston used a brutal stiff-arm for his two longest touchdown runs, tossing Raiders aside like matchsticks. For a capper, he intercepted Heaton and returned it 46 yards for a 50-12 third-quarter lead. “Their line was the best we’ve seen by 10 times,” the 6-5 Heaton Mark Busch - mbusch@shawmedia.com said. Heaton was the only signifiLena-Winslow senior Isaiah Bruce tries to break the tackle of two Central A & M cant ground gainer for A&W with defenders during the Class 1A championship game at Northern Illinois University.
55 yards. Fellow basketball player Jacob Pardee had two TD catches and 157 yards receiving. To its credit, the No. 1 seed A&M did hold the Panthers (5.8) below their season average of 8.6 yards a carry. Even Bruce was held to 32 yards on seven carries. But in racking up 24 first downs, Le-Win’s offense ran and passed at will. Throughout the season, the Panthers only trailed a total of 53 seconds, and punted only three times. “I’ll take these guys against anyone,” said the 23-year veteran coach Arand (204-63).
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Travel Through the Holy Land with James Brown and Karen Virnoche-Brown Tuesday, Jan. 7, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Israel, a Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean Sea is regarded by Jews, Christians and Muslims as the biblical Holy Land. Karen and James will share highlights of their pilgrimage with pictures and stories of the holy sites, the Israeli people, and their cuisine. Shalom! AARP Smart Driver Safety Course Jan. 9, Jan. 10, 12-4 p.m. Ages: 50 and up The AARP Smart Driver Safety Course is the nation’s first refresher course designed for drivers 50 and above. Course completion helps drivers refine skills and develop safe driving strategies. Attendance on both days is required for completion; $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-AARP members; checks payable to ARP. Register for all programs by visiting byron.evanced.info/signup or by calling 815-234-5107.
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The Byron Emerald Eagles 4-H Club is new in Ogle County. They recently met to elect officers, and they are (front, left) Aleeya Dykstra, recreation chair; Lexy Wiley, treasurer; Rosalyn Goldstick, president; and (back) Christopher Vargas, secretary; Melinda Goldstick, vice president; and Lucas Goldstick, reporter. Submitted by Elizabeth Sosa.
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December 7 Playmobil: The Movie (PG) – $4 December 14 Jumanji: The Next Level (PG-13) – $4
We hope you will join us at one or all of FHN’s Festival of Trees events – there’s something for everyone!
December 21 Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (PG-13) – $4 Lindo Theatre 115 S. Chicago Avenue, Freeport No advance tickets • Limited seating Holiday surprise from FHN for all kids
BONUS MOVIE Wednesday, December 11 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. White Christmas
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Santa Visits Visit Santa at the library and tell him what’s on your list! All children will get a holiday gift from FHN. Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-7 p.m. and Saturdays 1-3 p.m. through December 21 Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport No charge Community Festival of Trees Enjoy holiday trees decorated by local service organizations, clubs and church groups competing for prizes. Vote for your favorite holiday tree December 2-14! Monday, December 2 – Saturday, December 28 Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street Hosted by FHN and the Freeport Public Library No charge Singin’ at the King Enjoy holiday music from area children’s choirs. Thursday, December 5 • 5:30 p.m. Martin Luther King Center, King Community Campus, 511 S. Liberty Avenue, Freeport Barrels available for non-perishable food donations to area food banks.
Big Radio’s Festival of Giving Join FHN and the stations of Big Radio, and the Salvation Army in a day of celebration, prizes, and on-air fun! Donation of toys, and money will be accepted throughout the day to benefit disadvantaged children in our area. Friday, December 13 • 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Student Conference Center, Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport Call 815-599-3679 for more information. Luminary Night Enjoy the beauty of the soft light of luminaries as FHN joins this annual neighborhood tradition. Sunday, December 22 • Dusk Along Stephenson Street and Lincoln Boulevard No charge
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Frozen Family Night Tuesday, Dec. 10, 6-7 p.m. Ages: 3-8 years Join us for a night of crafting and activities to celebrate the release of Frozen 2! Teen Volunteer Night Tuesday, Dec. 10, 6-7:30 p.m. Grades: 6-12 Earn volunteer hours by creating kindness notes and cards for hospitalized kids. No registration required.
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OGLE COUNTY GOVERNMENT
County meetings cancelled Due to lack of business, the regular monthly meeting of the Ogle County Regional Planning Commission scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 19 has been canceled. The next meeting of the Regional Planning Commission is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020 at 6 p.m. at the Ogle County Courthouse in
the First Floor Conference Room No. 100, 105 S. Fifth St., Oregon. Also, the meeting of the Ogle County Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 26 has been canceled. The next regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020 at 6 p.m. at courthouse.
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. Rell Lemons, 33, of Rockford, was stopped for speeding on Nov. 21 at 8:37 a.m. on Illinois 64 at Woodlawn Road in Ogle County and charged with driving while license revoked, no insurance, no valid registration, cell phone use, and speeding. Lemons was released on an I-bond. Christian M. Elliott, 25, of Monroe
Center, was stopped for speeding on Nov. 22 at 2:47 p.m. on Mulford Road at Bethel Road in Ogle County and charged with driving while license suspended, no valid registration, and speeding. Elliott was released on an I-bond. Rachel O. Mansaray, 21, of Rockford, was stopped for speeding on Nov. 23 at 7:32 a.m. on Interstate 39 southbound at milepost 109 in Ogle County and charged with driving while license suspended, and speeding. Mansaray was released on an I-bond. All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE NO. 2017-TX-17: TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND TO ALL INTERESTED DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES THEREOF, INCLUDING AMONG OTHERS ILLINOIS PUBLIC AID CONSULTANT, ILLINOIS DEPT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPT OF HEALTHCARE & FAMILY SERVICES (PUBLIC AID) GENERAL COUNSEL AND OGLE COUNTY CLERK, OGLE COUNTY TREASURER, OGLE COUNTY STATES ATTORNEY, CITY OF OREGON, COMMONWEALTH EDISON CO, LOST LAKE UTILITY DISTRICT, UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS, AND TO OCCUPANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED:
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TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID PARCELS WERE SOLD ON NOVEMBER 2, 2017, FOR GENERALTAXES FOR THE YEAR 2016 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES MAY 14, 2020. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX DEEDS HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED PARCELS BY OGLE COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JUNE 4, 2020 AT 11:30 AM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX DEED ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID PARCEL NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE MAY 14, 2020. /S/ OGLE COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 105 S. 5TH ST STE 104, OREGON, IL 61061 TELEPHONE: (815) 732-1110 SM-ST28760-1220
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OREGON POLICE unloading. This violation occurred in the 200 block of S. 10th Street.
Nov. 18 At 5:02 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash at the intersection of S. 4th and W. Washington Streets involving a 2013 Nissan driven by Joanne L. Hitchcock, 78, of Oregon, and a 2014 GMC driven by Tyler P. Haas, 20, of Sterling. No citations were issued.
Nov. 21 At 3:20 p.m., police took one 16-yearold male juvenile of Oregon into limited custody for the offense of battery which had occurred on a school bus. The juvenile was released into his parent’s custody with a referral to the Ogle County State’s Attorney’s office for juvenile delinquency.
Nov. 19 Cortez D. Horton, 45, of Rockford, was issued a citation at 7:40 p.m. for driving while license suspended. This violation occurred in the 100 block of S. 4th Street. Nov. 20 Tricia N. Paez, 32, of Oregon, was arrested at 7:27 a.m. for battery. Paez was transported to the Ogle County Jail. This violation occurred in the 300 block of S. 3rd Street. Nicholas Meives-Wylie, 16, of Oregon, was issued a citation at 7:40 a.m. for passing a school bus while loading and
Nov. 23 Crystal E. Vegliando, 37, Oregon, was issued a citation at 9:21 p.m. for speeding, 48 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred on North 4th Street near the intersection of Fair Street. Nov. 24 At 5:36 a.m., police investigated a car vs utility pole traffic crash at the intersection of Scott and Depot Streets involving a 2010 Ford driven by Crystal L. Terry, 29, of Mt. Morris. No citations were issued. Adrian K. Clark, 33, of Woodstock, was
arrested at 5:25 p.m. for driving while license suspended. Clark was transported to the Ogle County Jail. This violation occurred in the 900 block of W. Washington Street. Nov. 29 Kenrick J. Oriyavong, 16, of Mt. Morris, was issued a citation at 10:36 p.m. for violating the Graduated Driver’s License restriction of the one passenger limit. This violation occurred in the 400 block of Madison Street. Nov. 30 Roger W. King, 59, of Rockford, was issued a citation at 8:45 p.m. for speeding, 44 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 600 block of N. 4th Street.
Street. Reyes S. Carreno, 17, of Trenton, Georgia, was issued a citation at 12:41 a.m. for speeding, 43 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 700 block of W. Washington Street. Fifteen parking citations and 26 verbal/written warnings were issued from Nov. 18 through Dec. 1.
Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
Dec. 1 Daniel R. Erd, 61, of Glendale, Wisconsin, was issued citations at 8:13 a.m. for speeding, 44 mph in a 30 mph zone, and operation of a vehicle when the registration is suspended. These violations occurred in the 600 block of N. 4th
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OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF Ogle County Sheriff Brian Van Vickle reports the following police activity Nov. 19 At 5 p.m. deputies responded to the 5000 block of North Killbuck Road for a report of a disturbance. After a short investigation, Christopher F. Baker, 29, of Monroe Center, was arrested for assault. Baker was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Nov. 27 Enrique Vasquez, 27, of Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Vasquez posted $622 as a full cash bond and does not have to return to court. Amber Keener, 35, of Dixon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Keener posted $3,455 as a full cash bond and does not have to return to court. Jay Moore, 45, of Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Moore was released on a recognizance bond and is scheduled to return to court on Dec. 30. David Strebing (age, town not provided), was arrested for retail theft. Strebing was transported to the Ogle County Jail and appeared in court on Nov. 27. He was given a recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 9. Bonnie Demaio, 45, of Rockford, was arrested at 9:16 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop at the intersection of Mulford and Edson roads. Demaio was transported to
the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond. Tonya Carlson, 40, of Oregon, was arrested at 11:38 p.m. for driving while license suspended, driving while under the influence, aggravated driving while under the influence, improper lane use and improper turn signal following a traffic stop at the intersection of Illinois and Third streets in Oregon. Carlson was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond pending a court appearance. Nov. 28 At approximately 5:30 a.m., deputies responded to a two vehicle accident that occurred in the 4000 block of South Illinois 26 in Polo. After an investigation, Jordan M. Asbury, 21, of Sterling, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Asbury was southbound on Illinois 26 and ran into another vehicle that was also southbound. No injuries requiring medical transport were reported by anyone involved in this incident. Asbury was transported to the Ogle County Jail, posted $3,000 bond, and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 24. Nov. 29 Heather Stoikes, (age and town not provided), of Freeport, was arrested at 5:49 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 7000 block of South Freeport Road. Stoikes was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu
PROPERTY TRANSFERS Ogle County property transfers recorded the week of Nov. 22-28: Warranty Deeds • Darrell G. Davis to City Of Rochelle, 608 W. Second Ave., Rochelle, $0. • Dina Woodin, also Doenink to Sarah Woodin, 705 E. Dixon St., Polo, $80,000. • Steven R. Brown Jr. to Jeffrey Lamb, 5048 N. Wendorf Road, Davis Junction, $10,000. • The late Larry Shearer, by heirs to Jeffrey Lamb, 5050 N. Wendorf Road, Davis Junction, $49,000. • Matthew and Tina M. Nelson to Zachary T. Lessman, 209 Sunset Lane, Mt. Morris, $94,000. • Rose Ann Kersten to Rickie L. Andreson, 5180 S. Center Road, Rochelle, $144,000. • Brad and Kimberly T. Dewey, also
Kirkolis, to Sandra Quillen, 747 Golden Prairie Drive, Davis Junction, $140,000. • Vicki L. Smith to Brian J. Cover, 1904 E. Townline Road, Byron, $145,000. • Jeffrey Vavak to Zachary Eastman, 5553 Mulford Road, Monroe Township, $151,900. Quit Claim Deeds • Marilyn A. Burriesci to Marianne L. and Joseph Burriesci, 8457 N. Wendy Court, Byron, $0. Trustee’s Deeds • David E. Korf and Kathleen I. Donaldson, trustees to Kathleen I. Donaldson and Eugene J. Korf Living Trust, 508 N. Cherry Ave., Polo. • Elmer L. Peters Living Trust 1, Madeleine J. Peters, trustee, to Susan Miller, 108 W. Willis Ave., Rochelle, $0.
of bond. Nov. 30 Caly Jiles, 37 of Mt. Morris, and Jason Armould, 50, of Rockford, were arrested at 1:17 a.m. for possession of a controlled substance following a traffic stop in the 7000 block of North Illinois 2. Both subjects were transported to the Ogle County Jail where they were held in lieu of bond. Willem Earlywine, 33, of Davenport, Iowa, was arrested at 1:45 a.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop in the 8000 block of North barker Road. Earlywine was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. At approximately 2:07 p.m., deputies, along with the Polo Fire Department and Polo EMS were dispatched to a single vehicle accident in the 17000 block of West Illinois 64. After an investigation it was learned that Cynthia R. Farmer, 63, of Savanna, lost control of her vehicle and entered the south side ditch. The vehicle came to rest after striking a tree. Farmer was transported to FHN hospital in Freeport for non life threatening injuries. Farmer also received a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an
accident. Dyers towing removed the vehicle from the location. Dec. 1 At 10:58 p.m., deputies responded to a report of a car in the ditch on Deer Path Road at Razorville Road. Deputies located the vehicle in the 3000 block of North Blackhawk Road in the east ditch on its top. The driver, Aaron Harper, 26 of Byron, was checked by ambulance personnel and signed a refusal form. After an investigation, Harper was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Harper was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Dec. 2 Joshua C. Marsack, 41, of Fenton, was arrested at 5:50 p.m. for obstructing identification and on a valid DuPage County warrant following a traffic stop in the 15000 block of West White Oak Road for an equipment violation. Marsack was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.
NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX FOR THE CITY OF OREGON A TRUTH AND TAXATION PUBLIC HEARING TO APPROVE A PROPOSED TAX LEVY INCREASE FOR THE CITY OF OREGON FOR 2020 WILL BE HELD DECEMBER 17th, 2019 AT 5:30 P.M. AT THE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 115 NORTH THIRD STREET, OREGON, ILLINOIS. ANY PERSON DESIRING TO APPEAR AT THE PUBLIC HEARING AND PRESENT TESTIMONY TO THE TAXING DISTRICT MAY CONTACT CHARLENE RUTHE, CITY CLERK, 115 NORTH THIRD STREET, OREGON, ILLINOIS, PHONE 732-6321. THE TOTAL PROPERTY TAXES EXTENDED FOR 2019 WERE $618,080.71. THE PROPOSED CORPORATE AND SPECIAL PURPOSE TAXES TO BE LEVIED FOR 2020 ARE $66,8105.28. THIS REPRESENTS A 5.89 PERCENT INCREASE OVER THE PREVIOUS YEAR EXTENTION.
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Sentencing Michael R. Tuttle, 39, of Polo, pleaded guilty Nov. 25 to aggravated assault of a peace officer, a class 4 felony. He was sentenced to serve one year in the Illinois Department of Corrections, and one year of mandatory supervised release.
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Steven W. Dodson, 42, Chana, mob action, pretrial conference Dec. 16. David L. Echelbarger, 28, Rochelle, two counts of failure to report annually as a sex offender, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Geovany Figueroa Flores, 27, Vernon Hills, aggravated domestic battery, pretrial conference Jan. 23. Jennifer R. Henry, 39, Amboy, retail theft, pretrial conference Jan. 23. Jose G. Hernandez, 31, West Chicago, aggravated DUI, pretrial conference Dec. 9. Taylor Hilgen, 25, Davis Junction, domestic battery, pretrial conference Jan. 27. Dylan J. Holland, 21, Ottawa, retail theft, pretrial conference Dec. 4. Matthew A. Hood, 34, Ashton, aggravated domestic battery, bench trial Dec. 10. Franklin T. Houston, 21, Chana, four counts of residential burglary, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Dustin M. Hutcherson, 32, Rochelle, burglary, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Leeann Komadina, 45, Monroe Center, aggravated battery, bond forfeiture Jan. 20. Andrew M. Long, 36, Leaf River, aggravated domestic battery, pretrial confer-
ence Jan. 27. Kyle S. Lowe, 31, Oregon, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, pretrial conference Jan. 23. Amy M. Luba, 30, Dixon, aggravated battery, pretrial conference Jan. 27. Jason A. Marks, 45, Oregon, burglary, home invasion, status hearing Feb. 6. Stephanie R. McGlinn, 29, Byron, mob action, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Sky C. Meyers, 33, Oregon, grooming, pretrial conference Jan. 23. Steven E. Mieloszyk, 60, Belvidere, fifth count of aggravated DUI, motion to reduce bond Dec. 4. Salvador Milan, 34, Rochelle, aggravated battery, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Christopher D. Miller, 27, Oregon, burglary, pretrial hearing Dec. 16. Emily C. Mols, 33, Kewanee, battery, pretrial conference Jan. 23. Mark R. Much, 30, Milledgeville, aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer, pretrial conference Jan. 23. Jessica E. Myers, 31, Forreston, disorderly conduct, pretrial conference Jan. 27. See STATE’S ATTORNEY, Page 26
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Nov. 25 Jose L. Aguinaga, 54, Davis Junction, retail theft, plea hearing Dec. 19. Christopher L. Alaniz, 19, Oregon, criminal damage to property, plea hearing Dec. 4. Brandon E. Anderson, 30, Oregon, retail theft, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Christopher F. Baker, 29, Stillman Valley, unauthorized control of state title or certificate of title, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Donald W. Beneventi, 47, Stillman Valley, domestic battery, pretrial conference Jan. 20. Bruce O. Bjork Jr., 30, Rockford, two counts retail theft, pretrial conference Jan. 23.
Jennie L. Bohannon, 36, Rochelle, aggravated battery, pretrial conference Jan. 19. Brian D. Bolt, 30, Rochelle, driving while license revoked or suspended, domestic battery, 402 conference hearing Jan. 8. Walter C. Brady, 20, Oregon, criminal damage to property, pretrial conference Jan. 27. Terry M. Carlton, 69, DeKalb, driving while license revoked, pretrial conference Jan. 27. Dion D.W. Carr, 27, Rochelle, criminal damage to property, plea hearing Dec. 19. Caleb B. Chastain, 21, Stillman Valley, burglary, pretrial hearing Dec. 16. George P. Cuellar, 37, Cleveland, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, status hearing Dec. 18. Nicholas J. DawTyne, 34, Oregon, aggravated DUI, pretrial conference Dec. 16 Javier Delgado Arroyo, 49, Rochelle, aggravated DUI, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Timothy J. Ditto, 40, Byron, possession of a firearm while Firearm Owners Identification Card revoked, 402 conference hearing Dec. 19.
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BYRON FOREST PRESERVE EVENTS Winter Luminary Hike and Geminid Meteor Shower Viewing – Friday, Dec. 13 - 7-10 p.m. The Byron Forest Preserve District will offer a special winter luminary hike and viewing of the Geminid meteor shower at their Jarrett Prairie Nature Preserve located at 7993 North River Road in Byron on Friday, Dec. 13 from 7-10 p.m. “Come any time to this free family-friendly luminary walk through the woods and prairie, and stop by our Weiskopf Observatory for the Geminid meteor shower. We will have hot cocoa for you and staff to accompany you on your hike,” said Mark Herman, superintendent
• STATE’S ATTORNEY Continued from Page 25 Leanna C. Myers, 30, Rockford, theft, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Bryan A. Paradis, 24, Oregon, criminal damage to property, pretrial conference Jan. 23. Chaz RD Rosson, 31, McHenry, domestic battery, pretrial conference Jan. 27. Chad M. Rowe, 40, Oregon, harassment through electronic communications, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Alexandra C. Shaefer, 28, Rochelle, aggravated battery, domestic battery, status hearing Dec. 4.
of education. “Thirty minute hikes will leave on the hour and half-hour. The observatory will be open for drop-ins for the entire program as long as we do not have cloud cover that will obstruct our telescopes.” No advance registration is required. For more information contact the Byron Forest Preserve District at 815 234-8535 extension 200.
of wet felting wool on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 12 3 p.m. at the Jarrett Prairie Center located at 7993 North River Road in Byron. Make a unique holiday gift or keep it for yourself. Participants will make a large vase or bowl and few smaller bowls to take home. This is a beginner level craft that will turn out looking professional.
Holiday Craft Wet Felting Class Saturday, Dec. 14 - 12- 3 p.m. The Byron Forest Preserve District Assistant Superintendent of Education, Janet Dahlberg will teach the art
This class is geared for ages 10 and up and costs $10 per person. Advance registration is required by Dec. 6 by calling the Byron Forest Preserve District at 815 234-8535 extension 200.
Joshua D. Schier, 42, Polo, theft, pretrial conference Jan. 23. Patrick W. Schill, 73, Polo, predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, status hearing Dec. 16. Bradley A. Seemann, 26, Davis Junction, child pornography, pretrial conference Jan. 23. Oshay S. Simmons, 25, Rockford, aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Michael R. Smith, 28, Polo, aggravated battery, status hearing Jan. 23. Rachelle M. Soper, 44, Oregon, residential burglary, pretrial conference Dec. 16.
Jose Eduardo Torres Alfaro, 56, Rochelle, aggravated DUI, status hearing Dec. 4. James A. Waller, 52, Leaf River, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, jury trial Feb. 18. David A. Wolfe, 57, Mt. Morris, aggravated assault of a peace officer, pretrial conference Dec. 16. Kimberly J. Young, 54, Leaf River, unlawful delivery of controlled, counterfeit or look-alike substance to persons under 18, status hearing Dec. 4. Nov. 27 Oscar Gomez Diaz, 27, Rochelle, two
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER PLAINTIFF, -vsSTANLEY E. LIEDEL; PATRICIA M. LIEDEL; UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; DEFENDANTS NO. 18 CH 61 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on March 8, 2019; Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on January 10, 2020 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: PARCEL NO. 1: LOT 204 IN LOST NATION WOODLAND HOMESTEADS NO. 3, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 42 THROUGH 52 AND LOTS 86 THROUGH 91 OF LOST NATION WOODLAND HOMESTEADS NO. 1 AND PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK J OF PLATS PAGE 46 AS DOCUMENT NO. 392274; PARCEL 2: LOT 205 IN LOST NATION WOODLAND HOMESTEADS NO. 3, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 42 THROUGH 52 AND LOTS 86 THROUGH 91 OF LOST NATION WOODLAND HOMESTEADS NO. 1 AND PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK J OF PLATS PAGE 46 AS DOCUMENT NO. 392274. Commonly known as 502 Woodland Drive, Dixon, IL 61021Permanent Index No.: 22-09-176-004 and 22-09-176-005Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. The judgment amount was $134,585.69. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717The notice of sale of a common interest community or a condominium unit under subsection (c) of Section 15-1507 of the Code of Civil Procedure shall state that the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. The statement of assessment account issued by the association to a unit owner under subsection (i) of Section 18 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, and the disclosure statement issued to a prospective purchaser under Section 22.1 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, shall state the amount of the assessments and the legal fees, if any, required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act.If the property being sold is a condominium, you are admonished to read the responsibilities created under Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper One of Plaintiff's Attorneys Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119) Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)Debra Miller (6205477) THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. December 6,13,20, 2019
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.AMANDA S RUTLEDGE Defendant 18 CH 7 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 4, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on January 10, 2020, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 34 IN WINDOVER PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LOCATED IN THE VILLAGE OF HILLCREST, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 27, 1994 AND CORRECTION THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 5, 1994 IN BOOK 1994 AT PAGE 8939, ALL IN PLAT FILE C AT PAGE 34 IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 206 WINDWARD COURT, ROCHELLE, IL 61068 Property Index No. 24-12-152-012
The real estate is improved with a blue vinyl siding, two story single family home with Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified an attached two car garage. funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 265398 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Case Number: 18 CH 7 TJSC#: 39-6064 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 18 CH 7 November 29, December 6 & 12 2019
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.AMANDA S RUTLEDGE Defendant 18 CH 7 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 4, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on January 10, 2020, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 206 WINDWARD COURT, ROCHELLE, IL 61068 Property Index No. 24-12-152-012 The real estate is improved with a blue vinyl siding, two story single family home with an attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 265398 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Case Number: 18 CH 7 TJSC#: 39-6064 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 18 CH 7 November 29, December 6 & 12 2019
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, OREGON, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER PLAINTIFF, -vsSTANLEY E. LIEDEL; PATRICIA M. LIEDEL; UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION; DEFENDANTS NO. 18 CH 61 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on March 8, 2019;Brian R VanVickle, Sheriff, Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 South 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, will on January 10, 2020 at 10:00 AM, at Sheriff's Office, 202 South First Street, Oregon IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Ogle County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Commonly known as 502 Woodland Drive, Dixon, IL 61021Permanent Index No.: 22-09-176-004 and 22-09-176-005Improvements: Single Family Residential The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. The judgment amount was $134,585.69. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 ILNOTICES@logs.com (847) 291-1717 The notice of sale of a common interest community or a condominium unit under subsection (c) of Section 15-1507 of the Code of Civil Procedure shall state that the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. The statement of assessment account issued by the association to a unit owner under subsection (i) of Section 18 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, and the disclosure statement issued to a prospective purchaser under Section 22.1 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, shall state the amount of the assessments and the legal fees, if any, required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. If the property being sold is a condominium, you are admonished to read the responsibilities created under Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper One of Plaintiff's Attorneys Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119) Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)Debra Miller (6205477) THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. December 6,13,20, 2019
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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: No. 2019P89 DONALD E. WOLF, Deceased. CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Donald E. Wolf. Letters of office were issued on November 8, 2019 to Sherrie Rinehart, 280 Cotton Trail Drive, Rossville, Tennessee 38066, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, WilliamsMcCarthyLLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both, within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 15th day of November, 2019. SHERRIE RINEHART, Independent Executor For the Estate of DONALD E. WOLF, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMSMCCARTHYLLP P.O. Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 (815) 732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com November 22,29, December 6, 2019 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
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Notice is given of the death of GERALD E. EIDEN. Letters of Office were issued to VINCENT J. EIDEN, 9530 Poplar Hill Dr., Crestwood, KY 40014, as Representative, whose attorneys are WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C., 202 E. 5th Street, Sterling, Illinois 61081. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Suite #300, Oregon, IL 61061, or with the Representative, or both, on or before May 26, 2020, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.
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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: No. 2019P96 ROBERT CURTIS McKEAN, Deceased. CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Robert Curtis McKean. Letters of office were issued on November 20, 2019 to Michele Lirgameris, 18024 W. Stockton Court, Gurnee, IL 60031, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, WilliamsMcCarthyllp, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both, within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 29th day of November, 2019. MICHELE LIRGAMERIS,Independent Executor For the Estate of ROBERT CURTIS McKEAN, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WilliamsMcCarthyLLP P.O. Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 (815) 732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com November 29, 2019 and December 6, 13, 2019.
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Public Notice is hereby given that on November 15, 2019, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Purple Cedar 13236 W Sterling Rd. Polo, IL 61064
November 29 and December 6, 13, 2019 FAS Route 2079 Section (16, 17, 18) W & RS Ogle County Job No. R-92-001-72 Parcel No. 2XOG091 STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PUBLIC AUCTION OF REAL PROPERTY The following parcel of land, a portion of Lot 1 in Block 1 in the Village of Brookville, Illinois, will be offered for sale via public auction - sealed bids to be delivered no later than 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 18, 2019. The property to be sold is 0.265 acres (11,547 square feet) and is located on the west side of US 52 at the intersection of US 52 and Ogle Road, Brookville, Illinois. The parcel is vacant and available for viewing. The auction will take place through sealed bids. The bids should be sent to, and will be opened at the Illinois Department of Transportation, District 2, 819 Depot Avenue, Dixon, Illinois 61021 PARCEL NUMBER 2XOG091 THE MINIMUM OPENING BID IS .................$800.00 A complete legal description will be furnished upon request. Copies of the Bidder's Contract containing terms and provisions may be obtained from the office of Masood Ahmad, P.E. Region Two Engineer, District No. 2, 819 Depot Avenue, Dixon, Illinois 61021, or by calling (815) 284-5368, TDD Number (815) 284-1667 or FAX (815) 284-5925. The successful bidder must deposit with the State, a deposit in the amount of $800.00 at the conclusion of the sale. The deposit must be made payable to the TREASURER, STATE OF ILLINOIS, and must be in the form of a Cashier's Check, Bank Draft, Certified Check of Money Order. No personal checks will be accepted. For sealed bidding, each bidder must furnish the required performance deposit with each individual sealed bid, and the deposits of unsuccessful bidders will be returned after the sale is closed, and all sealed bids have been opened and announcement is made of the highest acceptable bid. The State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252) and the Regulation of the Department of Transportation 49CFR, Part 21, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that the acceptance of any bid pursuant to this advertisement will be without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin. Sale notices are also available on the department's Internet site located at: http://www.idot.illinois.gov/doing-business/sales/excess-property-sales/index, District 2. PLEASE NOTE THAT ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION EMPLOYEES NOR FAMILY MEMBERS LIVING WITHIN THE SAME HOUSEHOLD MAY BID ON PROPERTY, EITHER REAL OR PERSONAL, OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT AT PUBLIC AUCTION. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OMER OSMAN, ACTING SECRETARY
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF PUBLICATION REGARDING NAME CHANGE Case No. 2019MR62 Public notice is hereby given that on January 9, 2020 in of Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as this matter may be heard, a Petition will be heard for the change of name of Laura Lee Johnson Douglas to Laura Lee Johnson pursuant to 735 ILCS 5-/21-10 et seq in court Room #202., Laura Lee Johnson Douglas Petitioner November 29, December 6,13, 2019
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS In the interest of: Estrella Ramirez-Smith Case No: 19JA24 a minor NOTICE BY PUBLICATION To: Jesus Ramirez and to All Whom it May Concern respondent(s), and to all whom it may concern, take notice that on October 24, 2019, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by ASA Ann Switzer in the Circuit Court of Ogle County entitled "In the interest of Estrella Ramirez-Smith, a minor", and that in courtroom 302 at 106 South Fifth, Oregon, Illinois on December 10, 2019 at 9:00 AM or as soon thereafter as this cause may he heard, an adjudicatory hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court and for other relief under that act. The court has authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor. If the Petition requests the termination of your parental rights and the appointment of a guardian with power to consent to adoption, you may lose all parental rights to the child. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition for a motion to terminate parental rights. Unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered. Dated this 25th day of November 25, 2019 Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court By: jrd December 6, 2019 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: RANDALL A. HESS, Petitioner, Vs. ROSE M. HESS, Respondent Case No. 2019 D 60 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you the Respondent, ROSE M. HESS, in the above entitled action, that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Ogle County by the Petitioner against you praying for a dissolution of marriage and for other relief. NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the Respondent, ROSE M. HESS, file your answer to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or otherwise make your appearance, in the Circuit Court of Ogle County, held in the Ogle County Judicial Center in the City of Oregon, Illinois, on or before January 9, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of the Petitioner, RANDALL A. HESS. Dated this 13th day of November, 2019 Kimberly Stahl TB Circuit Clerk Prepared by: TESS, CRULL & ARNQUIST Attorneys for Petitioner P.O. Box 68 Rochelle, IL 61068 (815) 562-8754 - phone (815) 562-3412 - fax lawyers@tesscruIllaw.com randall Ness affidavit- K 102819 November 29, December 6,13, 2019
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