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Panther-Hawks dominant in Winnebago

By Trent Scheidegger REPORTER

It was yet another impressive day on the mats for the LeWin-Stockton wrestling squad last Thursday when they traveled to face off with Winnebago and Polo.

The PantherHawks collected six pins over Winnebago alone as Zach White (106), Simon Rillie (120), Tanner Kalkbrenner (138), Case Harmston (160), Colin Dvorak (170), and Ian Keuhl (285) each dominated their opponents. Their pins led the way towards a blowout victory with a score of 64-9 over Winnebago. Winston McPeek (132) was also impressive as he won with a Major Decision scoring 13-5. Marey Roby (126) and Jason Hermann (152) each had to battle it out until the end as Roby won by a score of 12-9 and Hermann pulled out a 4-0 victory.

The results were similar, if not even more impressive with their matches against Polo. It seemed every single PantherHawk was getting a pin in this one, as the team collect-

ed 10 pins over the Polo boys.

Zach White collected his second pin of the evening just 53 seconds into the match, as did Simon Rillie just one minute 51 seconds into his.

Marey Roby also collected an early pin, his first, just 51 seconds into the match.

Andrew Haas (145) bounced back after losing his match, earning a pin midway through his match giving him a 1-1 record on the evening.

Harmston and Dvorak each collected their second pins of the evening as well.

Hermann got the pin this time rather than battling it out, as he got the fall just 1:10 into his match, and Gavin Keefer (182) collected a pin just 1:40 into his match. Gennings Dunker (220) topped it all off with a pin at the 2:49 mark.

All the pins led towards yet another blowout, as the PantherHawks took home a 72-6 victory. Last Thursday was arguably their most dominant event, as it seems the PantherHawks improve each week.

Pearl City completes comeback over Polo REPORTER

The Lady Wolves got off to a slow start last Thursday when they hosted Polo for an out of conference matchup.

Polo got off to a hot start by scoring 15 points in the first quarter, while the Wolves struggled to get the offense going. They went into the second quarter trailing by eight, down 15-7.

Brandt managed to get the Pearl City offense going in the second quarter. Thanks to her seven points in the second quarter alone, the Wolves managed to cut the Polo lead to just six, as they went into halftime down 24-18.

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and the Wolves made at halftime, clearly worked, as they came out like a whole new team after the break.

The third quarter would turn out to be crucial in mounting the comeback as Pearl City managed to cut the lead down to just three, down 33-30. The offense came from a team effort as five different Lady Wolves managed to get on the scoreboard in the third quarter alone.

Pearl City’s defense put the clamps down in the final quarter as they managed to hold Polo to just four points. Brandt once again found the hot hand as she scored six fourth quarter points and led the way for a Pearl City comeback.

Pearl City National Honor Society member collected socks and mittens to be distributed to local organizations.

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The Lena Live Wires have been awfully busy during this winter season. It all started at the November meeting when we brought donations for the Lena Food Pantry and Hannah Pecoraro brought clay supplies to make cupcake shaped bowls.

Throughout the month of December, the Lena Live Wires did many things around the community. We decorated our Christmas tree at the Lena Living Center. Also, we participated in the Lena Lighted Christmas Parade. We then had our New Year’s Eve party on the 31st which was filled with many fun activities. We enjoyed the movie The Greatest Showman, pizza, and a gift exchange.

The next meeting will be Jan. 14, at 6 p.m. at St. John’s Church in Lena. Be sure to bring a treat to share and your favorite game. Happy New Year from the Lena Live Wires 4-H club!

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Pearl City fourth graders have been studying Native Americans. They studied the different regions across the United States, and each student researched one tribe from those regions. The students created a triarama, an

index card booklet, and a Google slideshow. On Tuesday, they presented their projects to the other classes in the school, as well as other teachers, staff, parents, and family members.

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Your spine and your heart

The medical community defines heart arrhythmia as a potentially life-threatening irregular heart beat or rhythm. Heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias) occur when a malfunction exists in the electrical impulses within the heart which coordinate how a person’s heart beats. The condition results in the heart beating too fast, too slow, or irregularly. A trial fibrillation represents the most common type of heart arrhythmia.

Most people experience occasional, brief, and usually harmless arrhythmias such as a skipped, fluttering, or racing heartbeat. Although those moments may feel scary, most people who experience them have nothing wrong with their heart and need no treatment. More than four million Americans experience more severe heart arrhythmias which accompany additional bothersome signs or symptoms. These symptoms include shortness of breath, fainting, and even an unexpected loss of heart function, breathing, and consciousness. Proactive health always begins with educa-

tion and proper attention to details and warning signs.

Research released in 2018 shows that people who exhibited increased amounts of wear and tear in the neck also experienced higher rates of heart arrhythmias. The study showed that people demonstrating even small amounts of cervical wear and tear were up to 3.1 times more likely to suffer from heart arrhythmias. The same study determined that people who went through a neck rehabilitation program or underwent surgical decompression experienced lower rates of heart arrhythmias. Nerves located in and around the neck, linked directly to the parts of the heart which influence cardiac electricity, provide an explanation for why neck problems directly associate with heart arrhythmias.

Health personnel treat arrhythmias by implanting a small device near the collarbone which shocks a patient’s electrical signal back into action when it drops below a certain threshold. People recognize these devices as being called pacemakers.

Anti-arrhythmia medications or blood thinners also treat the condition. Some cases even involve coronary bypass surgery. Some of these solutions and procedures become necessary in an emergency situation. Evidence-based research proves that a more natural and less evasive solution exists for those suffering from arrhythmia.

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Chiropractic care provides a minimally-invasive approach to help heart arrhythmia patients get drugless care to help address the cause. Research will continue to reveal the benefits associated with taking care of the spine and nervous system with regard to how Chiropractic care beneficially influences the nervous system and vital organs of the body.

Non-Pharmaceutical Ways to Help Improve Heart Arrhythmias and Blood Pressure Problems 1) Regular Chiropractic Care - Chiropractic adjustments improve neck movement and alignment. Improves alignments links to improving heart arrhythmias, especially the upper and lower cervical spine.

2) Neck Pillow - Neck pillows support a proper curve in the neck. 30% of life is spent sleeping and proper neck curvature improves with the use of a good pillow.

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The January meeting of Blackhawk Unit of Home Extension will be held Thursday, Jan. 17, at 7 p.m. at the Pearl City Library, Pearl City, Illinois.

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Obituaries

DONNA J. UPMANN Donna J. Upmann, 72, of Warren, passed away Friday, Jan. 4, 2019 at FHN Hospital.

She was born Sept. 13, 1946 in Monroe, WI, to LaVerne and Marian (Mau) Gallagher. Donna married Willard Upmann on Sept. 3, 1966 in Galena, IL. She was employed by Janlin Plastics in the quality control department for 8 years. She was then employed by Carter Motors for 9 years.

Donna and Bill traveled to Vegas several times a year, took numerous trips out west and enjoyed sharing these experiences with extended family whenever the opportunity presented itself. Donna loved sharing what brought her joy.

Donna and Bill enjoyed finding small and big treasures at garage and estate sales while traveling to Iowa for their casino gaming trips. Donna made sure she was at all of the grandchildren’s events and beamed whether they were the lead in a sachool musical or one of the pilgrims in a third grade play.

Donna was accepting of everyone and an encourager. She was always looking for the best in others. She never met a stranger and always had a smile on her face. She tried to show up for everything that she could for others. She welcomed everyone into her home sharing all that she had.

She lived and loved well. Her legacy of friendship, loyalty, love, perseverance, grace, beauty, compassion and joy will go on through all of the lives she touched.

Donna was a member of the Apple River Presbyterian Church.

She is survived by her husband Willard of Warren, two daughters, Laura Gallahger of Madison, WI and LaVonne Burke of Lena, IL; three grandchildren, David (Laura Joy) Burke of Kansas City, MO, Logan Geisking of Madison, WI, and Tristin Geisking of Juda, WI; one brother Gayle Gallagher of Rockford, IL, Donna was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Donald Gallagher.

Funeral Service were held Tuesday, Jan. 8, at the Bartell-Leamon

Funeral Home with a one hour visitation prior to the services at the Bartell – Leamon Funeral Home.

Pastor Katherine Linn will officiate.

Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery A memorial has been established in her name.

Condolences may be sent to the family at leamonfh.com ELOISE ANN REES Eloise Ann Rees, age 91, of Stockton, IL passed away Thursday, Dec. 27, 2018 at Presence St. Joseph Center in Freeport. She was born on March 1, 1927 in Bancroft, IA to the late Leo and Mable (Wilhelmi) Elsbecker. Eloise married Francis G. Rees on June 14, 1947. Francis passed away on June 18, 2011.

She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, Altar and Rosary Society, American Legion Auxiliary of Lena, was a Brownie Leader for many years, and helped with Meals on Wheels. Eloise and her husband loved to Square Dance and check their blue bird houses. She had worked for Illinois Central as a Telegraph Operator from 1945-1947. Eloise enjoyed walking, playing Dominoes, crossword puzzles, and baking pies.

She is survived by her daughters, Peggy (Joe) Katzenberger of Lebanon, NJ, Janice (Calvin) Klopf of Stockton, IL, and Mary (Rob) Luecke of Freeport, IL; her sons, Steven (Diane) of Elgin, IL, and Tom (Greta) of Colorado Springs, CO; her brother, Chuck Elsbecker of Minneapolis, MN; her sisters, Phyllis Simons of Algona, IA, Gail (Jim) Cowan of Algona, IA, and Linda (Bernie) Veak of Essex, IA; her brother-in-law, Donald (Ilene) Rees of Lena, IL; 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three sisters, Carol Keith, Cleo Elsbecker, and Beryl Bisenius, and two brothers, Jim Elsbecker and John Elsbecker.

The funeral service was held Jan. 5, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Stockton. There was a visitation at the Hermann Funeral Home with a scripture service. Interment took place at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Stockton. A memorial fund has been established. Condolences may be shared with Eloise’s family at www. hermannfuneralhome.com.

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his eight great-grandchildren, Katie, Emily, Charlie, Jack, Hannah, Connor, Colin and Demmi. John was predeceased by his parents, his wife, and his brother-in-law William Frederick Suhring.

Funeral services will be held at a later date.

The family would like to thank Dave and Sue Reynolds and Elizabeth Nursing Home.

A memorial has been established in John’s name.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com DIANE K (GRENOBLE) GOLACKSON Diane K (Grenoble) Golackson, 62, of Warren, IL passed away with her loving family by her side on Dec. 26, 2018 at her home. She was born on Oct. 25, 1956 in Freeport, IL to Randall Grenoble and Arlene (Blair) Grenoble. Diane was a loving and caring lady that always put others first. She was the “glue” for her family. She had the biggest heart and the most contagious laugh. She loved her daughter, her daughter’s fiancé Daniel, her grandkids, and her family very much. Diane worked at Structo-Thermos in Freeport, IL for 18 years, along with Saur Dan Foss for 10 years, and Kolb-Lena cheese for 10 years. She also worked at Atwoods and Harbor House. Diane loved spending time with her family, watching NASCAR’s Jeff Gordon, along with dirt track racing when her brother Bob Grenoble #99 was racing. She also enjoyed sitting in her recliner with her buddy Chewy, our dog.

Diane is survived by her only daughter Carrie (fiancé Daniel Castillo Jr.) Golackson, three grandchildren; MaKayla Hammer, Jayde and Leighton Downs , all of Warren, sisters; Debra (Ron) Blair, Linda (Ed) Schwoob, all of Warren, brothers; Ronald (Penny) Grenoble of Nora, and Rex Grenoble of Freeport, a special cousin Patricia Grenoble, special friend Keith Anderson, along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Ricky, Randy and Robert Grenoble, and her sister Karen “KK” Grenoble.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 12, at the Bartell-Leamon Funeral Home in Warren.

A visitation will be from 9 a.m. until time of services.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Pastor Roger Bronkema will perform the services.

A private family burial will be held at a later date.

A memorial has been established in

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JOHN MORTON RUTHERFORD John Morton Rutherford, age 88, passed away on Dec. 29, 2018. He was born on Nov. 10, 1930 to John Morton Rutherford Jr. and Esther Zollinger.

He grew up in Columbus, OH and graduated from Ohio State University. He served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army during the Korean War and arrived in Korea in time for the armistice between North and South Korea. John married Barbara Jean Askew on Aug. 20, 1955 and they lived in Connecticut for several months due to his job training before moving to Glen Ellyn, IL where they raised their four children. John took night classes at Roosevelt University and became a CPA while working full time. John had a wide variety of interests, he was an avid reader, going to auctions to collect antiques, and attending his children’s sporting events.

John’s love of reading included the Civil War and he amassed a large and high quality book collection that he donated to the Highland Community College library. He also enjoyed taking the family on road trips that always included some historic sites and antique shops.

After John retired, he and Barbara moved to their beloved “Rock House” in Apple River, IL in 1990. He quickly became involved in the county board politics and particularly nature conservation. He also became a passionate Green Bay Packers fan. They also founded Natural Area Guardians, as they felt strongly about preserving natural areas. This organization later evolved into the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF). John was on several boards in the county, including the Senior Center, the Natural Land Institute and the County Board. He became interested in Native American history and helped create and distribute a tourism map that included many local historic sites. In 2017 John and Barbara received the Nancy Hamill Winter Conservation Leadership Award from JDCF. John and Barbara were also active members of the Apple River United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his children, Bryn Davis (Paul) of Midlothian, VA, Jay (Libby) of Apple River, IL, Brad (Jillian) of Hansville, WA, and Darcy Renkens (Rick) of Suamico, WI; his grandchildren John (Te), Kevin Davis, Sarah Carole (Pascal), Emily Huss (Jonathan), Kenzie, Terefa, Peter Renkens (Kristyn), Sarah Dressel (Michael), Jason Renkens (Carly), and

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Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com.

KAY DICK Kay Dick, age 72 of Stockton, IL passed away Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019 at home.

She was born Oct. 25, 1946 in Stockton to the late David and Anna Mary (Giddings) Logemann. Kay married Richard Dick on March 18, 1967.

She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Stockton. Kay graduated from Stockton High School and Patricia Stevens College in Milwaukee, WI. She had owned and operated Hanging Tree and had worked for Carson Prairie Scott, Citizen State Bank of Lena, Engles Jewelry and retired from the Stockton Library last October. Kay had been past president of the Atwood Community Golf Course. She enjoyed antiquing, bowling, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Kay is survived by her husband, Richard Dick of Stockton; her daughters, Karen Dick and Barb Schultz of Stockton; her grandchildren, Kyle (Jackie Cahill) Dick, Samantha, Cody and Ryley Schultz, and Kameron Dick; her great grandchildren, Abraham and Holly Dick; and her sister, Dona Meyers of Waukesha, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents, and son-in-law Steve Schultz.

Kay’s wishes were to donate her body to science. There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date. A memorial fund has been established for the Stockton Library. Condolences may be shared with Kay’s family at www. hermannfuneralhome.com.

Madonna Renewal Center opens

The Madonna Renewal Center is proud to announce that the Madonna Renewal Center (MRC) is officially open to receive guests in need of support and services. The Madonna Renewal Center is a center of healing and hope; a safe, nurturing, non-judgmental environment to help a struggling mother and her baby thrive.

The Madonna Renewal Center will provide a family based supportive home environment for up to two years. We collaborate with other local organizations to offer women and children the respect, dignity and hope they deserve. We believe in you, we are here for you, we want to help, we are family and we believe you and your baby deserve to be safe.

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Lena American Legion Auxiliary to host brunch

The Lena American Legion Auxiliary will honor female veterans with a brunch on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 9:30 a.m.

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The not so skinny cook Hope you all had a great beginning to 2019! Christmas decorations are coming down. It will be sad to not have the decorations downtown; the streets were so sparkling and pretty.

We now go into the “dark” side with winter months; however, the days are getting longer. (Not by much, but if you are like me, every bit of light is a gift!). This week’s recipes will include a soup, a vegetable, two main dishes, and a great cookie bar.

This month is truly soup month.

This delicious bean soup uses bacon.

If you have ham left from the holidays, you could use a cup of diced ham instead of the bacon. You can also use traditional great Northern beans; just remember they will need an overnight soak. The canned ones (or jarred) are a time saver. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender. Just be sure you have a towel wrapped around the blender, and only fill the blender a third full for your safety, and you won’t have a mess to clean up.

a reminder: edamame is baby soy place strips in a large saucepan. Cut beans. orange in half; squeeze juice over the orange strips. Add the dressing, Orange Cauliflower ketchup, sugar, chili sauce, and cornwith Rice starch mixture; mix well. Bring just 1 T. cornstarch to a boil on medium heat; simmer on 3 T. apple cider vinegar medium-low about 3 minutes, stir1 navel orange ring frequently. ½ C. Kraft Asian Toasted Sesame Add the cauliflower and stir. CovDressing er and cook on medium heat 10 to 1/3 C. ketchup 11 minutes or until cauliflower is 2 t. sugar tender; uncover and stir occasionally 2 t. chili sauce after 5 minutes. Meanwhile micro5 C. cauliflower florets wave edamame in large microwave1 C. frozen edamame, shelled able bowl on HIGH for 2 minutes.

3 C. hot cooked long grain white Add rice and mix lightly. Remove rice and discard orange peel strips from Mix cornstarch and vinegar until blended. Use a vegetable peeler to See KITCHEN, Page 9 cut 5 strips of peel from the orange;

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Bean and Bacon Soup

8 oz. bacon, diced 1½ C. diced onion 1 C. diced carrots 1 C. diced celery 1 T. minced garlic 3 T. tomato paste ½ t. smoked paprika 4 C. chicken broth 1 t. red pepper flakes 4 cans (15 oz. each) great northern beans, drained, rinsed, and divided Salt and pepper to taste 1 T. minced fresh thyme 1T. white wine vinegar Cook bacon in a pot until crisp; transfer to a paper-towel lined plate and drain all but 3 tablespoons of drippings. Sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in drippings over medium heat, stirring often, until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste paprika, and pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute. Deglaze the pot with broth, then stir in 3 cans of beans. Bring soup to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Partially puree the soup with a handheld blender or a regular blender. Stir in remaining can of beans, thyme, vinegar and three-fourths of the bacon. Top servings with remaining bacon.

Are you looking for an interesting side? This side melds the starch and vegetable together. It uses a bottled dressing to make things easier. If you have a recipe for Asian sesame dressing of your own, you can certainly use. It. The edamame makes for a little crunch in this side. Just

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

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

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

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

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

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 266300 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION Public Notice is hereby given that on December 27, 2018, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Stephenson County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post-office addresses of all persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Brick House located at 101 N. Schuy-

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“THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” W18-0615 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC; Plaintiff, vs.

Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Margaret J. Lee; Lake Summerset Association, Inc. f/k/a The Lake Summerset Association; Portfolio Recovery Associates L.L.C.; Theresa Jean Fritz; Tonya J. Kaczmaryk; Staci F. Pierce; Cynthia Sutherin, as Special Representative of Margaret J. Lee; Unknown Owners and Non Record Claimants; Defendants.

18 CH 26 Judge Presiding NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: -Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Margaret J. Lee -Unknown Owners and Non Record Claimants that Plaintiff has commenced this case in the Circuit Court of Stephenson County against you and other defendants, for foreclosure of a certain Mortgage lien recorded against the premises described as follows: LOT 995 IN SECTION 5 OF THE FINAL PLAT OF LAKE SUMMERSET, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK G OF PLATS ON PAGE 88, AND REVISED PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK H OF PLATS AT PAGES 1 THROUGH 7, INCLUSIVE, IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE OF STEPHENSON COUNTY; SITUATED IN STEPHENSON COUNTY IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 995 Winborne Road, Davis, IL 61019 PIN: 15-10-01-202-013 said Mortgage was given by Margaret J. Lee, Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting

solely as a nominee for First Bank Center, Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Stephenson County, Illinois, as Document No. 200800091678 Book 146 Page 2701-2717.

E-Filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit https://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers. htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www. illinoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp. asp, or talk with your local circuit clerk’s office.

UNLESS YOU file your appearance or otherwise file your answer in this case in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Stephenson County, Stephenson County Courthouse, 15 North Galena Avenue, Freeport IL 61032 on or before February 8, 2019, A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED FOR IN THE PLAINTIFF’S COMPLAINT. The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1540 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 W18-0615 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I3109077 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Jan. 9, 16 & 23, 2019) 336328

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF STEPHENSON - FREEPORT, ILLINOIS J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP., Plaintiff, vs.

COALEAN S. ORACKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, 17 CH 25 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, February 7, 2019, at the hour of 2:30 p.m. in the first floor hallway of the Stephenson County Courthouse, 15 North Galena Avenue, Freeport, Illinois 61032, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged

real estate: THE SOUTH HALF OF LOT SIXTEEN (16) IN BLOCK THIRTY-ONE (31) IN KNOWLTON’S SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF FREEPORT, EXCEPTING AND RESERVING THE NORTH FOUR (4) FEET THEREOF WHICH IS TO BE USED IN COMMON WITH THE SOUTH FOUR (4) FEET OF THE NORTH HALF OF SAID LOT AS A JOINT DRIVEWAY, AS SHOWN IN DEED RECORDED IN BOOK “113” OF DEEDS, AT PAGE 11, WHEREIN CHARLES H. HEARD AND SAMANTHA L. HEARD, HIS WIFE, CONVEY TO WM. B. ANGLE THE NORTH HALF OF SAID LOT SIXTEEN (16) IN BLOCK THIRTY-ONE (31) IN KNOWLTON’S SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF FREEPORT, SUBJECT TO ABOVE COVENANT. SITUATED IN THE CITY OF FREEPORT, COUNTY OF STEPHENSON IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 18-14-31-451-035.

Commonly known as 1212 S Oak Ave, Freeport, IL 61032.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Bruce K. Shapiro at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Aldridge Pite, LLP, 2 Northfield Plaza, 570 Frontage Road, Northfield, Illinois 60093. (224) 216-2826.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE HUNTINGTON NATIONAL BANK, PLAINTIFF, VS. CYRUS R FURST; JACQUELINE FURST, DEFENDANTS. 18 CH 27 415-417 WEST MAIN STREET FREEPORT, IL 61032 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on September 25, 2018, Sheriff of Stephenson County will on February 5, 2019, in Stephenson County Courthouse 15 N. Galena Ave (West Door), Freeport, IL 61032, at 9:30 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Stephenson, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 7 IN BLOCK 33, EXCEPT THE EAST 15 1/3 FEET THEREOF, IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN (NOW CITY) OF FREEPORT. SITUATED IN THE CITY OF FREEPORT, STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 18-14-31-184-005 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 415-417 West Main Street Freeport, IL 61032 Description of Improvements: Gray asbestos cement siding, two story 4 unit apartment home, detached two car garage The Judgment amount was $51,269.67.

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

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cauliflower mixture. Serve over rice mixture.

Last week I had a Hungarian soup, so I guess I am into Hungarian this year. This next dish is a Hungarian dish that features paprika. I ate several Hungarian dishes when I was in Europe many years ago. One of the staples in our house was Hungarian Goulash.

Try this interesting take on chicken. It is best served over noodles, but mashed potatoes will also be a good starch for this dish.

Chicken Paprikash

1 fryer chicken but into 8 pieces 1 t. salt ½ t. pepper 1 T. canola oil 1 medium onion, halved and sliced 1 large garlic clove, chopped 1½ T. flour ½ T. sweet paprika 1 C. hot chicken broth ½ C. sour cream Minced fresh parsley and paprika for garnish Cooked noodles or mashed potatoes Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven heat oil

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over medium-high heat. Brown chicken in batches. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain and keep warm. Reduce heat to medium-low.

Add onions; cook stirring to loosen browned bits from pan, until onions begin to soften, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic, cook for 1 minute longer.

Stir in flour and paprika; reduce heat to low. Cook until paprika is fragrant, 3-5 minutes. Add broth, cook, stirring constantly, until smooth, 6-8 minutes. Return chicken to pan, simmer, covered 3minutes. Transfer chicken to platter. Skim fat and stir in sour cream; heat just until warmed through, 3-5 minutes—do not allow to boil.

Sprinkle with parsley and paprika.

Serve over noodles or mashed potatoes.

There are still cranberries available in most grocery stores, so this recipe is a good one to use up any in your freezer or if you want a good cranberry cookie bar. If you don’t have apple pie spice in your cupboard, you can make your own by using 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg, and ¼ teaspoon of allspice. You will probably have those three spices.

Spiced Cranberry Pecan Bars

Crust: 2½ C. flour ½ C. sugar 1½ t. apple pie spice ¾ t. baking powder ½ t. ground ginger ½ t. salt 1 C. cold butter, cubed 1 large egg Filling: 5 C. fresh cranberries, divided ¾ C. sugar ½ C. applesauce ½ C. maple syrup 2 T. orange zest 2 T. fresh orange juice ¼ t. salt 1½ T. cornstarch 1½ T. water Topping ½ C. roughly chopped pecans ½ C. old-fashioned oats Preheat the oven to 350. Line a 9 x 13 baking dish with parchment paper, letting excess extend over sides of pan. For crust: in a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, pie spice, baking powder, ginger, and salt. Add cold butter, and

beat with a mixer at medium speed until crumbly. Add egg, beating until combined. Reserve 1 cup flour mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture into the bottom of prepared pan. Bake until lightly golden, about 18 minutes. Leave oven on.

Meanwhile, for the filling; in a large saucepan, bring 3 cups of cranberries, sugar, applesauce, maple syrup, orange zest, juice, and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until cranberries begin to burst. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water. Stir cornstarch mixture into cranberry mixture, and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; fold in remaining 2 cups of cranberries. Spread mixture in an even layer over prepared crust.

Topping: in a small bowl, combine the pecans, oats, and reserved 1 cup flour mixture. Sprinkle over cranberry mixture. Bake until crust is golden and filling is bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let cool completely in pan. Using excess parch-

ment as handles, remove from pan, and cut into squares.

We are moving quickly into January, and so far the weather hasn’t been as brutal as it has been in past Januarys. I know some of you probably wonder why I still tell time by the school calendar. I taught 40 years, so the school calendar is still part of my thinking.

Basketball and wrestling are going full throttle as well as speech contests and music contest preparation.

Soon there will be musical tryouts in the area schools, and the second semester is in full swing. I know people have already started planting seeds in their porch areas that are heated and in small green houses.

When the holidays are over, it seems as if we start to race through winter.

We continue to look for winter recipes—some appetizers, soups, and sandwiches.

If you would like to share, please send them in. You can contact us in person, by mail, or email us at From Lena’s Kitchens, Shopper’s Guide at 213 S. Center St. or email scoopshopper@rvpublishing.com.

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A background check and physical will also be required upon hiring a qualified applicant.

To apply, interested persons may print an application from the NICAA website (nicaa.org) on the Employment tab and send it to Carrie Coffee, NICAA Head Start at 511 S. Liberty Freeport, IL 61032 or call the Head Start office at 815-235-3740 between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. Monday - Friday for more information.

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The candidate must be a licensed school bus driver. Salary: Negotiable dependent upon experience/Fringe benefits available. To Apply: Send letter of application and resume to: Superintendent Colleen Fox, Stockton CUSD #206, 540 N Rush Street, Stockton, Illinois 61085. Specific questions about the position may be addressed to Transportation Director Doug Broshous 815-9472015. Deadline to Apply: Friday February 1, 2019

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Highland Community College seeks entries for the 50th District Juried Art Exhibit in the Highland Gallery. The exhibition, displayed from Feb. 14-March 6, will recognize local artists in the college’s district and celebrate visual contributions to the community.

The exhibit is open to original two-dimensional and three-dimensional art in any medium completed in the last two years and not previously exhibited in the Highland Gallery. Artists 18 years and older must live in the Highland district or enrolled at Highland.

All submissions are viewed and accepted or rejected into the exhibit based on meeting the exhibition

prospectus criteria: eligibility, rules of entry, and limitations. Submitted work is accepted or rejected based on overall visual excellence determined by components such as compositional resolve, concept, content, and manipulation of media.

Submissions are composed of the actual artwork and supporting identification of work properly documented in the prospectus and entry form.

Accepted submissions are viewed in two phases to determine award placement.

Artists may submit up to three works of art with a nonrefundable $3 fee per work. Delivery of the work, entry form and fee will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 31 at

Lena Living Center welcomes author

Award winning author Mary Beth Janssen will share insights from her new book, The Book of Self Care: Remedies for Healing Mind, Body and Soul at Lena Living Center LLC 1010 S. Logan Street Lena, Illinois on Saturday Jan. 26, at from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Copies will be available for purchase and signing. A light lunch will be provided.

Mary Beth was personally trained by Deepak Chopra, M.D. and partner David Simon M.D. She has shared the same stage with the likes of Dr. Mehmet O, Bob Greene and Sue Orman among others.

If you or someone you know would benefit from hearing more about enhancing your consciousness and compassion and learn guidance on practices to nurture yourself plan to attend this notable event.

Reservations are required to attend this event. Call Lena Living Center at 815-369-4561 between 8 and 4 Monday through Friday before Jan. 23.

the Highland Gallery, located in the Ferguson Fine Arts Center, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. The complete submission requirements, award placement criteria, entry form and prospectus are available at highland.edu/gallery. For questions, email highlandgallery@ highland.edu or call Bill Buehler at 815-599-3490.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE HUNTINGTON NATIONAL BANK, PLAINTIFF, VS. CYRUS R FURST; JACQUELINE FURST, DEFENDANTS. 18 CH 27 415-417 WEST MAIN STREET FREEPORT, IL 61032 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on September 25, 2018, Sheriff of Stephenson County will on February 5, 2019, in Stephenson County Courthouse 15 N. Galena Ave (West Door), Freeport, IL 61032, at 9:30 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Stephenson, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 18-14-31-184-005 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 415-417 West Main Street Freeport, IL 61032 Description of Improvements: Gray asbestos cement siding, two story 4 unit apartment home, detached two car garage The Judgment amount was $51,269.67.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 266300 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPT-

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ING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

I3107833 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 26, 2018, Jan. 2 & 9, 2019) 335279 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF STEPHENSON FREEPORT, ILLINOIS J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP., Plaintiff, vs.

COALEAN S. ORACKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, 17 CH 25 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, February 7, 2019, at the hour of 2:30 p.m. in the first floor hallway of the Stephenson County Courthouse, 15 North Galena Avenue, Freeport, Illinois 61032, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 18-14-31-451-035.

Commonly known as 1212 S Oak Ave, Freeport, IL 61032.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Bruce K. Shapiro at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Aldridge Pite, LLP, 2 Northfield Plaza, 570 Frontage Road, Northfield, Illinois 60093. (224) 216-2826.

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Winter Warriors

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JIM WAND Sat. Jan. 12, 2019 - 1 & 7 pm WS O H S E TWPO ATINE SHOW M M Y

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Matinee Show: $10 Students • $15 Adults OR 2 Adults for $25 Evening Show: Advance Tickets $20 each or 2 Adults for $30 - $25 at Door

auction items-door prizes 50/50 Advance Tickets Available at:  Saunders Oil Co., Inc.  Stockton Travel Center

 Scales Mound Sinclair  Smiley’s Pub

 Southside Pub  Stockholders Saloon

 Full Throttle Powersports  Chubz Pub & Grub

To make donations or buy advanced tickets contact Brian Saunders at 815-541-1030, Adam Wurster at 815-238-5103 or Mike Blair at 815-541-3512 336035