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Lena-Winslow students give back

The Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten classes at Lena-Winslow Elementa- party this year. They collected non-perishable foods items and other supplies to ry held a food drive this holiday season instead of a gift exchange for their holiday be donated to local food pantries.

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Lena-Winslow-Stockton wrestling takes 2024 Erie Holiday Tournament Championship on Saturday, Dec. 21.

The American Legion Auxiliary will be holding the annual Pie Baking Contest on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, and Soup Tasting on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025.

Fruit pies should be delivered to the American Legion

Home in Lena by 10 a.m. on Saturday Feb. 1 with judging beginning at 11 a.m. Cash prizes will be awarded.

The Annual Soup Tasting will feature over 15 different soups and dessert for $9 for adults and $3 for children un-

der 10 years old.

Come join for a weekend of fun. The American Legion Home is located 316 West Main Street in Lena, IL across from the historical water tower. Please call 233-9078 or 369-4684 with any questions.

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Obituaries

Garren Kruse Garren H. Kruse, 80, of Pearl City, IL, passed away on Dec. 14, 2024. He was born on July 12, 1944, in Carroll County, IL, to Charles and Iona (Dinderman) Kruse. He was a farmer all of his life, and a member of Zion Church in Freeport, IL. Survivors include his brother Dennis Kruse of Freeport, sister Phyllis (Roger) Jacobs of Pearl City, niece Pam Bardell, and nephew Roderick Jacobs. He was preceded

as many nieces, nephews, and in-laws. She was preceded in death by her father Harry Beal; step-father Herbert Hill; sister, Rebecca Long; brothers-in-law Robert Long, Malcolm Townsend, and Theodore Raab; and sister-in-law Cheryl Kline.

A woman of deep faith and devotion to her church community at Calvary Church of Stockton, Harriet found fulfillment in participating in church events and sharing her love for music through singing. Christmas held a special place in Harriet’s heart as she celebrated the birth of Jesus with great enthusiasm and delighted in giving gifts to those she loved.

Harriet enjoyed crafting as a creative outlet and treasured attending the events of her grandchildren. She valued time spent with family and friends above all else and was known for her selflessness—always ready to lend a helping hand whenever she could. Her kindness touched countless lives throughout the years.

Harriet’s family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation for the love and support provided by the staff at Liberty Village Manor Court, FHN Memorial Hospital, FHN Hospice, and Mercy Health.

Harriet’s legacy is one of love, faith, generosity, and dedication to those around her. May her memory bring comfort to all who knew her.

A visitation was held Thursday, Dec. 19 at Calvary Church of Stockton with a service on Friday, Dec. 20, 2024. Her final resting place will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Condolences can be shared with the family at www.walkermortuary.com.

A memorial has been designated in her name.

Church news

Lincoln-Douglas, Open Bible earn Top Community Festival of Trees Honors

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

A tree from the fourth graders at Lincoln-Douglas School won first place from FHN’s panel of judges and second place in People’s Choice voting for this year’s FHN Community Festival of Trees at the Freeport Public Library.

The class will receive $700 for its “The Best Way to Spread Holiday Cheer is Singing Loud for All to Hear” tree - $500 for the judges’ category and $200 for People’s Choice.

Open Bible Learning Center Elementary School’s “Christmas Cheer for All to Hear!” took first place in the People’s Choice category and third place from the panel of judges and will receive a $650 donation. There were 816 votes in this year’s People’s Choice competition.

The tree from Freeport High School’s National Art Honor Society, “Singing Through the Holidays,” earned second place from the judges for a $300 prize. “Blackhawk Elementary’s Holiday Cheer World Tour” took third place honors in the People’s Choice voting, netting a $100 prize.

The FHN Community Festival of Trees brings non-profit organizations from across the area to decorate holiday trees, with cash prizes awarded by a panel of judges and the public. The Community Festival of Trees is on display free of charge at the Freeport Public Library (100 E. Douglas Street in Freeport) through Monday, Dec. 30.

Jo Daviess County Association for Home and Community Education’s Friendship Day Over 30 members from across Jo Daviess County attended the annual Home and Community Education’s (HCE) Friendship Day celebration at the Warren Community Building this year.

Deb Pausz gave an inspiring and educational presentation as First Ladies Edith Wilson, Lou Hoover and Betty Ford.

Pausz is a member of “The Women of Commitment and Courage”.

HEC members brought their personal and family quilts for display. Six members showcased quilts representing a wide variety of quilting styles. They shared the history and significance of these beautiful quilts to both

Jo Daviess County and to their own families. The Friendship Day activities wrapped up with a delicious Ice Cream Sundaes n’ More dessert table.

Be sure to view the HCE Christmas trees on display in the Warren Community Center and in the Stockton Heritage Museum windows this season. These trees celebrate HCE as the heart of home, community, education, family and more.

For more information on Home and Community Education, or to get in contact with someone from a local Unit, please contact Barb James at 815-594-1012 or P. O. Box 285 Apple River, IL 61001.

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in death by his parents, and 3 nephews: Scott, Randy, and Brad Kruse.

A visitation was held on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, , at the Schwarz Park Blvd Chapel, 608 S. Park Blvd. in Freeport, IL. A funeral service was held on Friday Dec.20, 2024, with Wayne Fischer of Zion Church of Pearl City officiating. Interment at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Freeport. A memorial has been established for Malcolm Eaton Enterprises.

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The Healthy Wolves group will be packing backpacks on Thursday, Jan. 9 at 3:15 p.m. If you are interested in donating to this ministry, reach out to the church office for more information.

St. John’s Lutheran Church of Pearl City is an ELCA parish and is located at 229 First St. in Pearl City. We are handicapped accessible. If you need to contact the pastor or church, you may call 815-443-2215 for information.

All are invited to worship at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 E. Mason St. Lena, IL on Sunday, Dec. 29 for Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. This week’s gospel reading is from the Gospel Luke 2:41-52.

The Peace Corps Quilting group will not be meeting this week. All the services will be recorded and be available on church’s Facebook page and website. Please visit our website and (http://goodshepherdlena.org/) and Facebook Calvary Church (https://www.facebook.com/ of Stockton GSLCLenaIL) for information.

Anyone in the community Please contact the church of- is invited to join us each Sunfice at 815-369-5552 with any day. Sunday School begins questions. at 8:45 a.m. with the Worship Service starting at 10 a.m.

The Youth will be meeting on St. John’s Saturday, Dec. 21 from 6 p.m.

Lutheran Church to 8 p.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church, Pearl City, will celebrate the First Sunday of Christmas at Salem United worship on Sunday, Dec. 29 at Church of Christ 9 a.m.

We invite you to join us for Everyone is welcome to service led by Pastor Chriscome play dominoes in Luther topher Ham at Salem United Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 7.

Church of Christ, 8491 West All kids in grades K-5 are Salem Road, Lena, IL, every welcome to come to St. John’s Sunday at 10 a.m. Sunday in Pearl City on Wednesday, School for children five years Jan. 15 from 3:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. and older is held during church to be a part of the Kids Klub. service, and nursery is available Kids Klub is a monthly adven- for children under five years. ture supported by the Pearl City The Wednesday Breakfast area churches and offers a safe Bunch will not be meeting on and supportive environment Dec. 25 or Jan. 1. where children can hear bible Crafternoon will be held on stories, do crafts, play games, Jan. 15 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and enjoy delicious snacks. All in the lower level of the church. children in the Pearl City com- This space is handicap accessimunity are welcome to come. ble, and all are welcome to join.

For more information or to During this event, we enjoy register your child, please con- snacks, crafting and good comtact Pastor Roger Bronkema pany. There is plenty of space at rbronkema18@gmail.com or to spread out a large project, or call 815-291-6261. to work on something small.

The next Men’s Breakfast For more information on any will be on Wednesday, Jan. Salem related items, you can 8 at 7:30 a.m. at the Beltline contact 815-369-4511 or ruth.

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Harriet Woker Harriet Lee Woker, 73, passed away peacefully on Dec. 16, 2024, at Liberty Village in Illinois after an extended illness. Born on Dec. 2, 1951, in Red Bud, Illinois, she was the beloved daughter of Harry and Bernece Beal (Hill).

Harriet spent her early years in Paxton, Illinois, before moving to Stockton during her sixth-grade year.

She graduated from Stockton High School as part of the Class of 1970 and went on to study Radiology Technology at Rockford Memorial Hospital. Harriet dedicated an impressive 48 years of service to FHN Memorial Hospital, where she worked in the Imaging and Cardiac Services departments. Her commitment to her profession and her patients left a lasting impact on those she worked with and cared for.

On Sept. 16, 1972, Harriet married the love of her life, Randy Woker. Together they shared a beautiful marriage that spanned over five decades, celebrating their 52nd anniversary earlier this year.

Harriet’s devotion to her family was unwavering; she found immense joy in supporting and cherishing each member of her growing family.

She is lovingly remembered by her children: Megan (Scott) Spahr of Pearl City; Joshua (Corrie) Woker of Rockford; Chad (Micaela) Woker; and Eric (Tiffany) Woker of Davis. Harriet’s pride in her grandchildren was boundless: Alex and Jayelle Spahr; Cadence, Trinity, Lincoln, and Westley Woker; Greenly, Brix, and Dempsie Woker; Payton, Paxton, and Amzie Woker; Austin Jones; Ethan Jacobs; and great-grandson Asher Jones brought endless joy to her life.

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River Ridge business students host annual Santa Store program

By Elaina Doms and Kora Siebert Many children around the world don’t have a chance to get their loved ones a gift for the holiday season. The Santa Store program allows the children at River Ridge to have the opportunity to give their loved ones a gift this December.

From Dec. 9 to Dec. 13, 2024, River Ridge Elementary School students got the opportunity to purchase up to five gifts for the holidays.

Santa Store prices ranged from $3 to $5. Around 140 students shopped at Santa Store, with a total of 593 gifts sold.

Started by Kim Thorsen 20 years ago, Santa Store is now run by students in Mrs. Laity’s business class at River Ridge High School. This program is made possible by the financial generosity of the Parent Teacher Organization as well as donations from Shean Albrecht, Jocelyn Hayes, Steven Gonzalez, Brandy Stadel,

Karen Steffenson, Ken Thorsen and some River Ridge Craft Fair vendors.

The Santa Store program provides Mrs. Laity’s Business class with experience and knowledge on how to run a business. The Santa Store program could not be done without the help of generous community members. The students recognize and thank all supporters for making this program happen, and hope to be able to continue doing this program in the future.

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Stockton man joins the Air Force

Friends and relatives of Logan Breed gathered on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 at the American Legion hall for a “Send-off” luncheon, in his honor. Breed, a graduate of Stockton High School, has joined the U. S. Air Force. Pictured are grandfather Larry, father Dan, Logan Breed, brother Kellen, mother Janet, and grandmother Anne.

Around the Northern Hills Happy Holidays from all of us at the Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau! I hope you and your families have a wonderful Christmas and New Year. As a reminder, our office will be closed on Dec. 24 and 25th and Jan. 1 to celebrate the holidays.

FS patronage benefits Did you know that if you are a Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau member and a customer of Stephenson Service Company that you may be eligible for FS patronage benefits? Qualified purchases you make from FS gives you the potential to become an owner of the company, thereby giving you a voice in its governance.

Each year, the FS Board of Directors considers the payment of patronage refunds based on each division’s sales

interested to take advantage of this great opportunity.

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and profitability and only pays patronage refunds to Farm Bureau members. If you’re not already a member, please contact our office at 815.858.2235 or sign up at www.myifb.org.

Scholarships available The IAA Foundation just announced the lineup for the 2025 IAA Foundation Scholarships. This includes 120 scholarships totaling $210,251. We have had several winners from Jo Daviess County in the past, so I would encourage anyone

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Farm Fun Fact For every Christmas tree harvested, 1–3 seedlings are planted. At the time of this writing, 350 million Christmas trees are growing in the United States.

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Highland Community College Foundation names five Distinguished Alumni Last month, five prominent graduates from Highland Community College received Distinguished Alumni Awards from the Highland Foundation. Tamisha Bonvillain, Matthew Bordner, Delbert Bunker III, Deontae Collier, Sr., and Darrel Wichman were honored at a Freeport Club reception on Nov. 14.

Close to 16,000 students have earned certificates and degrees since the college and its Foundation were each established in 1962. Fewer than 200 have been named as Distinguished Alumni since the Foundation began recognizing outstanding individuals who got their start at the community college.

“These distinguished alumni demonstrate the profound impact education can have on individuals and communities,” said Dan Dick, Executive Director of the Highland Community College Foundation.

“Their dedication, remarkable accomplishments, and leadership not only define their success but also serve as a powerful inspiration for Highland Community College and Northwest Illinois. They embody the values of innovation,

service, and excellence that Highland strives to instill in every student.”

The following people were recognized as 2024 Distinguished Alumni: Tamisha Bonvillain, Freeport. Nominated by Karla Guiffre and Juliet Moderow.

After graduating from Highland’s Nursing program, Tamisha Bonvillain served as a labor and delivery nurse for 16 years. She went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from Lewis University in 2013 and master of science in nursing from St. Anthony College of Nursing in 2019. In her current role as family nurse practitioner with FHN, she serves many members of the community, ranging from infants to adults, taking the time to ensure she addresses all of her patients’ needs. In her spare time, she is active in the community, through FHN, Freeport School District, Highland Community College, the League of Women Voters and NAACP. As a speaker for HCC Women+ in Science Club, Tamisha has shared several examples of the resources she utilized at Highland, particularly ac-

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knowledging and praising Project Succeed. She consistently encourages students to take advantage of financial assistance and scholarship opportunities that Highland can provide.

uated magna cum laude in 2014 with an associate of science and an associate of arts in teaching-mathematics degree.

He was a member of Phi Theta Kappa, served on the Student Senate, Student Activities Matthew Bordner, Mon- Committee, and as Student roe, Wis. Nominated by Chris Trustee on the HCC Board of Kuberski. Matt Bordner grad- Trustees. Matt gave the student keynote address at Highland’s 2014 commencement, where he challenged his classmates to, “be proud to be an HCC graduate,” and “boast that we came from a community college.”

Matt received a B.S. in secondary education and a B.S. in mathematics dual degree from Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee, and a master of education degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stout in 2024. Matt was one of nine outstanding educators in the School District of Monroe to receive the 2021 Colony Brands Foundation Teacher Recognition Awards, and received the Allan B. Holsthopple Crystal Apple Award in 2024.

In addition to teaching math at Monroe High School, he coaches the varsity boys and girls tennis and has been an advisor for video game club, math team, and e-sports team.

Auto Dealers Association. He and having a deep care for his received the United Way of town and a strong desire to give Northwest Illinois’ 2024 Small back.

Town Hero Award for his work See alumni, Page 15 with various organizations

Lena American Legion

Junior members of the Lena American Legion Auxiliary decorated Christmas trees for veterans living in the Lena Living Center. Members of The American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary delivered them to the veterans.

Each veteran received a tree to decorate their room.

(Right) Members of the Lena American Legion Auxiliary wrapped approximately 100 gifts to be delivered to Veterans living outside of their homes.

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Delbert Bunker III, Freeport. Nominated by Haley Kurtz. Delbert Bunker III is proud to have graduated from Highland, and is a Freeport High School graduate as well.

He went on to Western Illinois University for a B.S. in Marketing, using his education to establish a successful Freeport business that consistently demonstrates care for both customers and employees.

Delbert sits on the Board of Directors for Union Savings Bank and the Greater Freeport Partnership, and is a member of the National Auto Dealers Association and the Illinois

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Letters To Santa

Mrs. Haas’s Second Grade Class

Dear Santa, My name is Achilles and I am 7 years old. What are you doing for Christmas? I have been nice. I will leave chocolate chip cookies could you bring me food, UNO, and a dog Achilles Johnson Dear Santa, my name is Weston and I am 7 years old. My question is how old are you. I have been ok. I will leve cookies.

I wont a dirt bike and lots of nerf guns plese.

Weston Lehman

a new elf.

Love Alexa Twombly

Dear Santa, My name is Marley and I am 7 years old. How are the reindeer? I have been nice. I will leave cookies, milk, and some carets for the randeer.

COuld you bring me a fake bune that has babys, slim, nad fidgets.

Love Marley Mekeel

Dear Santa, My name is Wyatt and I am 7 years old. How are the reindeer, how old is Mrs. claus, how are the elves, how old are you. I have been naughty and nice. I will leave you cookies and milk and carrots. could Dear Santa, you bring me whatever you My name is Layla and i am bring me and a purple please.

8 years old. How do you get Love Wyatt Niensteadt all of the presents delivered in one night. I thik I have been Dear Santa, nice but a little naughty thn. I My name is Brynlee and I will leave cookies, milk, and am eight years old. How old candy canes for the reindeer are you? I have been nice. I too. Could you bring me a will leave cookies, milk, and new scooter, new books, and carrots, I would like a stuft Taylor Swift tickets please. animal dog, watch and markLayla Moldenauer ers.

Brynlee Heesen Dear Santa, My name is Everly and I Dear Santa, am 7 years old. Dose rodoff’s My name is Whitney and i nose achly glowe? I have am 7 years old I want a blindbeen most good. I will leave fold for christmas and a I will you milk. Could you dring leave cookies and milk for me dorbls, a four players you and i want a fake phone game and a rodo dog please. for christmas and i want fake Love Everly Honerbaum money and i want a doll and a toy elf and Santa ears and Dear Santa, a stih stuffy and stitch toys My name is James and I am please.

7 years old. How are the elves Love Whitney Laity and riendder. I have been ok.

I will give you oreos milk and Dear Santa, carrots for the riennder. Can My name is Urijah and I you give me 3 magic tree am seven. How are the rainhouse books please. deers doing. I have ben nice James Frey cookies mik and reindeer food. Could you give me a Dear Santa, Ipad Pleas and can I have a My name is Parker and I nintendo switch am 7 years old. What do you Love Urijah South wont for christmas. Hou old are you. Hou are the reinDear Santa, deer. I have been vary nice My name is Layne I am 8 sumtimes. I will leave milk, years old. Does Roddph’s cookies, carrots, candycanes, nose glow? I’ve been nice. I Santa hat. I wonld like a fake will leave cookies. I would kitton, candy canes, make up. like a new sled please.

Love Parker AuWerter Love Layne Offenheiser Dear Santa, My name is Rose and I am 7 years old. How d the reindeer fly? I have ben a little nice an little naughty. I will leave a glas of milk and a candy canes. I would like a exercise ball, a squshmelo and a steres ball.

Rose Fitzgerald

Dear Santa, My name is Eliza and I am 7 years old. How old are all of yor rander. I have been nice.

I wil leve cookies milk carrots and pictures. I wad want to have a aphman squooshee.

Eliza Pepple

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Dear Santa, Grade Letters to My name is Alexa and I am 8 years old how are the elves Santa Dear Santa, doing at the north pole I have How are you doing? I hope been mostly nice I will leave cookies milk carrots magic you are enjoying the holidust for the randeer could you day season. One thing that I bring me a golf set please and would like for Christmas is

a toy car. I like playing with toy cars, and right now, I only have one. Another gift I would like for Christmas is new Legos. I don’t have any Legos and I’m working on a big house. Lastly, I would like a coloring book. I don’t have any coloring books and I have a lot of colored pencils. Thank you for my friends, especially Lily, Mrs. Rillie, and Mrs. Young.

Love, Bella Camarillo

Dear Santa, I love and admire what you do. The first thing I want for Christmas is a phone. I want a phone for Christmas because I will listen to music.

The second thing I want for Christmas is for Thor to come back. I want him to come back because he was the best.

Yes, he was lazy, but I liked that. The last thing I want for Christmas is a pet monkey. I want a pet monkey because they are sweet, cute, and I Dear Santa, love them. Santa, I Love you, How are you, Mrs.Claus, and thank you for the presents and your reindeer doing? every year.

I’ve been really good this Love, Avery Smith year! One question; do you like pretzels? Here are some Dear Santa, things I really want for ChristHow are you doing this mas! The first thing I want for year? The first thing I want Christmas is Robux. I want for Christmas is a kitten. The Robux because it is better for reason I want a kitten because my channel. The second thing they’re cute. The next thing I I want for Christmas is lip want for Christmas is slime. gloss. I want it so I can have The reason I want slime is makeup for my concert and because it is colorful. Lastly, so I can actually have make- I want gel pens. The reason I up! The final thing I want is want gel pens is because they BLACK Adidas socks. I want are pretty. Stay safe this year the socks because I don’t re- and I appreciate the presents. ally have any comfortable

By Becca Floerke socks. I hope you like the rest of the year at the North Pole!

Dear Santa, Bye, Santa!

How are the reindeer doBy Lily Dreyer ing? One thing I want is a new water bottle. I can use it for Dear Santa, wrestling practice. Another I was wondering about thing I want is an Iphone to the reindeer if they are al- use for face timing with my right? The first thing I want grandpa and grandma. The for Christmas is a pet snake. last thing I want is a Vikings I want a pet snake because shirt . I like to cheer on Jefthe babies are adorable,and ferson when he plays. I hope they are cool and different. you stay healthy and don’t eat The second thing I want for too many cookies. I love you, Christmas is a hamster. I want Santa. a hamster because of the difYour friend, ferent breeds,and amazing anCooper McGivney imals. The third thing I want for Christmas is a guinea pig.

Dear Santa, I want a guinea pig because How is everyone doing? they are cute,interesting,soft- These are my three things I ,and unique. Thank you Santa want for Christmas. The first Claus for the hard work you thing I want for Christmas is and your Elves do for girls new headphones. My other and boys and have a happy ones broke. I would like betChristmas. ter ones. I want them louder.

Love, Sydney Lawfer The second thing I want for Christmas is an NFL football.

Dear Santa, I want to throw my other one I hope you’re doing well. I farther. I want to throw the am wondering how you and NFL one far. I want to get used your reindeer are doing? For to it. The last thing I want for Christmas can I please have Christmas is a big pokemon. an RC. The reason I would My mom likes them. I like like an RC is because I found them. I want more. an RC Cobra at Walmart, and Love, Andrew Smith I also found a spider and lizard. The second thing I would Dear Santa, like is a Nintendo Switch.

How are you, your elves, The reason I would like a and your reindeer doing? The Nintendo Switch is because first thing I want for Christit doesn’t need any WIFI and mas is a toy rifle. I want a rifle you can take it anywhere to because I have no fun guns. play. The last thing I would The second thing I want for like is a Pogo Stick. I would Christmas is Mario VS Donlike a Pogo Stick is because key Kong. I want Mario VS you can go anywhere with it. Donkey Kong because my Thank you for all of the pres- dad wants it, and I play it on ents that you have given me my Nintendo. The last thing I each year. want for Christmas is Robux.

Your Friend, Colt Michel I want Robux because other people have it, and the game

tells me too. Thank you for Dear Santa, Are your reindeer ready to the presents, and your Elves. fly? One thing that I would Love, Owen Schlafer like for Christmas is for my cousin to come over to my Dear Santa, How are your reindeer? The house. I never get to see him first thing I want for Christmas and it would be a lot of fun. is legos. I want legos because Another thing that I would like they’re fun. The next thing I for Christmas is new nails. want for Christmas is books. My mom doesn’t get those for I want books to read. The last me and I think they would be thing I want for Christmas pretty. Lastly, I would really is video games. I want vid- like to have a stuffed horse. I eo games because there is so never see one of those and it much stuff to do I like all the would be fun to snuggle with.

I miss you Santa! work you do for people.

Love, Aubrey Lyons Love, Wyatt Reiland Dear Santa, How are you doing and how are your reindeer? Here are 3 things I want for Christmas.

The first thing I want is a camera. I want a camera because it can keep memories. The next thing is robux. I want robux because I can get vip indress to impress. The last thing is slime. I want slime because it is fun to play with. I love your hard work and I hope you can make it this Christmas.

Love, Anni Pierce

Ms. Bamberg’s Second Grade Letters to Santa

Dear Santa, Hi! My name is Bryce and I am 9 years old. What’s your favorite color? Is your favorite color red? I have been trying really hard to get on your “nice” list this year. Some of the wonderful things I have done are I helped my mom with my brother. I was nice to my brothers and I have been good in school. I have a few special Christmas wishes.

They are Power Ranger Dino Charge toys and King Kong vs. Godzilla the New Empire toy. I am very excited about your visit. Merry Christmas! I will never be on the naughty list!

Your Pal, Bryce Larson

Dear Santa, How are you and Mrs Claus doing? Here are some things I want for christmas. The first thing I want for Christmas is a pogo stick. The reason I want a pogo stick is because they sound fun. The next thing I want is a nerf dart zone. The reason why is because they are fun to shoot. The last thing Dear Santa, I want is a rc car. The reason is Hi! My name is Gabe and I they are fun to drive. I admire am 7 years old. How do your your work Santa. reindeer fly? I have been tryLove, Ashton Nowviock ing really hard to get on your “nice” list this year. Some of Dear Santa, the wonderful things I have How are you this holiday done are I helped people, I season? The first thing I want was kind, and I helped my for mom. I have a few special Christmas is an air track. Christmas wishes. I would The reason why is because it like a toy monster truck and is softer padding for tumbling. a toy train. I am very excited The second thing I want for about your visit. I wish you a Christmas is a T.V. Nintendo Merry Christmas! controller. I want it because I Your Pal, Gabe Alvarez have one and another one will be more fun. The last thing I Dear Santa, want for Christmas is slime.

Hi! My name is Sam and The reason why is that you I am 7 years old. How many can stretch it, and it’s fun to elves do you have? I have play with. Thank you for all been trying really hard to my presents and stay healthy. get on your “nice” list this Love, Addy Downey year. Some of the wonderful things I have done are I Dear Santa, have been kind, I helped my Do you have warm clothes dad, and I took care of pets. I for your Christmas trip? One have a few special Christmas thing that I would like for wishes. They are a bat and Christmas is a sloth blanket. batting gloves. I am very exI love sloths and decorative cited about your visit. Merry blankets. Another thing that Christmas! I will never be on I would like for Christmas is the naughty list. a sloth pillow. I don’t have Your Pal, Sam Smith a sloth pillow yet. Lastly, I would like to have sloth wallDear Santa, paper. I have a plain white Hi! My name is Carson wall and that would look real- and I am 7 years old. How ly cool. Take care! many elves do you have? I Love, Starla Schmidt have been trying really hard

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(Continued from page 6) to get on your “nice” list this Christmas! year. Some of the wonderful Your Pal, Ellie Kleckner things I have done are I help Dear Santa, take care of my cats, I cheer Hi! My name is Scotty and on my teammates, and I share my toys. I have a few special I am 7 years old. How many Christmas wishes. They are a elves do you have? I have mini dirt bike and a normal been trying really hard to get phone with games on it. I am on your “nice” list this year. very excited about your visit. Some of the wonderful things I have done are being kind I hope you get a new sleigh!

Your Pal, Carson Mc- to people, I took care of my Givney mom, and I have been kind to my dad. I have a few special Dear Santa, Christmas wishes. They are Hi my name is Josie and I an iPhone 16 pro and 100 milam 7 years old. Are your fa- lion Roblox. I am very excited vorite colors red and green? I about your visit. I will never have been trying really hard be on the “bad” list. to get on your “nice” list this Your Pal, Scotty Rea year. Some of the wonderful things I have done are I have Dear Santa, taken care of my friends, I Hi! My name is Brooklyn have helped people, and I and I am 7 years old. What’s take care of my pets. I have a your favorite elf? I have been few special Christmas wishes. trying really hard to get on They are make-up and stick your “nice” list this year. roll bracelets 1,000! I am very Some of the wonderful things excited about your visit. I will I have done are being kind, I not touch your elf! helped my mom and I took Your Pal, Josie Coppes care of my brother. I have a few Christmas wishes. They Dear Santa, are a skateboard and a phone.

Hi! My name is Presley I am very excited about your and I am 7 years old. Who is visit. I wish you get everyyour favorite reindeer? I have thing you want in the world! been trying really hard to get Your Pal, Brooklyn Bonnett on your “nice” list this year.

Some of the wonderful things Dear Santa, I have done are I helped my Hi! My name is Grayson mom with my baby brother, I and I am 7 years old. Are your was nice to my friends, and I favorite colors red and green? played with my dogs. I have I have been trying really hard a few special Christmas wish- to get on your “nice” list this es. They are a hoverboard and year. Some of the wonderful a pair of pajamas. I am very thingsI have done are I helped excited about your visit. I will my mom and dad, I have leave cookies out for you! been kind, and I have been Your Pal, Presley Amill nice to my brothers. I have a few special Christmas wishDear Santa, es. They are a real dog and a Hi! My name is Bennett real phone. I am very excited and I am 7 years old. How about your visit. I will give many elves do you have? you a gift.

How do your reindeer fly? I Your Pal, Grayson Raab have been trying hard to get on you “nice” list this year.

Dear Santa Some of the wonderful things Hi! My name is Maddox I have done at I helped peo- and I am 7 years old. How ple, I took care of my family, many elves do you have? I and I took care of my pets. I have been trying really hard have a few special Christmas to get on your “nice” list this wishes. They are King Kong year. Some of the wonderful vs. Godzilla the New Empire things I have done are; I say and Twisters the movie. I am please and thank you, I help very excited about your visit. clean, and I help my family. I I will never be on the naughty have a few special Christmas list! wishes. They are a hotwheels Your Pal, Bennett Johnson track and WWE toys. I am very excited about your visit.

Dear Santa, I will take care of the elf pets.

Hi! My name is Ellie and I Your Pal, Maddox Schubert am 7 years old. What’s your favorite color? I have been Dear Santa, trying really hard to get on Hi! My name is Lyla and I your “nice” list this year. am 7 years old. How do your Some of the wonderful things reindeer fly? I have been tryI have done are helped peo- ing really hard to get on your ple, I helped my mom and “nice” list this year. Some of my sister. I have a few special the wonderful things I have Christmas wishes. The are an done are being kind to people, iPad and slime. I am very ex- being awesome to people, and cited about your visit. Merry being good to people. I have a

few special Christmas wishes.

They are going to the library and the new Twisters movie.

I am very excited about your visit. I will never be on the naughty list!

Your Pal, Lyla Herold

Ms. Pinney’s 3rd Grade Class

Dear Santa How are you doing? How is Miss. Claus, how was your summer? I want a ps5, an xbox and a bunk bed. The first thing I would like for Christmas is an xbox. I would like this because they are cool to play games on. The second thing I would like you to bring me is a bunk bed. I would like it with a good railing to keep me safe. I would also have more room to have friends to spend the night. The third thing I want for Christmas is a ps5. I want this because they are fun to play. I want to know how the reindeer are doing?

You’re the best!

Love Carson Bonnet Dear Santa, I hope you have the best time passing out presents this year. How has passing out presents over to every house each year? May I get Call of Duty, new shoes, and an all black ps5 controller for christmas. The first thing I would like for Christmas is Call of Duty Black Ops 6 or just Call of Duty. I would like this because I can play online, it is fun and I can talk to people.

The second thing I would like is an all black Nike pair of shoes.I need this because my shoes are peeling, mine are getting really dirty, and mine are getting small. The third thing I would really want is an all black ps5 controller. I want this because it would be cleaner, it has a joystick lock, and it would be better playing. I want to know how the reindeer are doing? How is being in the air flying around then landing with no scratches at all? I love how you deliver presents every year.

From: Zach Davis Dear Santa, How is Ms Claus? How are you? I would like an Iphone, a new headset, and V-Bucks.

The first thing I want for Christmas is an Iphone 16 because it is cool. I can text and I can call. The second thing is a new headset because I can talk to my friends. It is cool and I can hear my friends. The third thing I want is V-Bucks to buy the battle pass to get skins and cars. Thanks for the presents.

Merry Christmas!

Love Brigson Decker

Dear Santa, How are you and the reindeer doing? I hope you had a great summer. For Christmas I would like a Nintendo Switch, a reindeer stuffy, and a baby doll set.The first thing I would like is a reindeer stuffy because I need more Holiday stuffies. The second thing I would like is a Nintendo Switch because I love to play on my friend’s.The last thing I would like for Christmas is a baby doll set because I need more things for my baby dolls.Thank you so much for the gifts. Merry Christmas.

Love Addison Haas Dear Santa, How are you and Mrs. Claus? I hope you had a good summer and how are the reindeer?The first thing I would like is a Nerf gun, a Mochi and a stuffy.

I would like a Nerf gun for christmas because I can 1v1 my friends, play fortnite, and work on skill.The second thing I would like for Christmas is a Mochi.I collect them, they are portable and squishy.

The last thing I would like for Christmas is a stuffed animal.

I would like this because it is soft, fluffy,and cute.

Love, Olivia Howe Dear Santa, I hope you had a good summer. These are the things I want for Christmas: a golden remote for the ps5, a headset, and a college football game for the ps5.I want the golden remote because I want more remotes.I want the headset because I want it to feel real life. I really want the college disk because I really like college football and I want to play for Penn state. I love college football! Penn State is my favorite team. I would like more remotes because I could play with my friends when they stay at my house.Thank you Santa for all the presents every year.

Love Austin Kline Dear Santa, How are you doing? How is Ms. Claus? Can I please have a bean bag, stuffy, and chapter books.

The first thing I would like is a bean bag. I would like this because it’s comfy, soft, and it gives me a place to sit.

The second thing I would like you to bring me is a stuffie. I would like this because they are cute, soft, and comfy.The last thing I would like is chapter books. I would like this because it’s good, fun, and helpful. Have a Merry Christmas.

I love christmas!

Love, Makayla Marcure

Dear Santa, I would like just 3 things for Christmas this year. First, I would like a watch. The watch I have is broken. I would also like a puppy. I would like a puppy because I don’t have one. Finally, I would really like a new chromebook. I have been using my moms.

I hope you get my gifts and Merry Christmas.

Thank you, Jazzy Mercer Dear Santa, How are you doing in the North Pole? How is Mrs. Claus? I want an Iphone, 20 squish mellows, and a puppy. The first thing I want for Christmas is 20 squish mellows. I would like this for Christmas because they are squishy, sweet, and comfortable. You can fill your bed with them. The second thing I would like you to bring me is a puppy. I want a puppy because it is soft, cute, and cuddles. The puppy is so nice.

The last thing I would like for Christmas is an Iphone. I want an Iphone because I can talk to my mom without going downstairs. You can take photos, talk, and message people. I love Christmas so much. I hope you have a nice Christmas. Thank you for the presents.

Love, Cora Nolan Dear Santa, I would like 3 main gifts for Christmas this year. One thing I would like is a ps5 controller. So my brother and I can play together. Another thing I would like to receive is a blue remote controller race car. I would like this because I really like my friends. The last gift I would like is Far Cry 6 the video game. I would like this becusae it is a challenging and fun game. These are the 3 main gifts I would really like to get.

From Corey Pieper Dear Santa, These are things I want for Christmas. I want an Iphone because I can call text and watch it. I want something stuffy because it’s cute and fun. I want a controller because a cooler one is not a sticky one and not gooey.

Thank you for bringing my presents. I hope you have a good Christmas.

From Ian Rivera-Rubio Dear Santa, How are you doing this Christmas? How is Ms Claus doing too? I need to ask you a question. I was wondering if you could get me new Uggs, skin care, and stuffed animals. The first thing I want for Christmas is new Uggs. I

want new Uggs because they can look better than my other Uggs, they look better with certain outfits, and they are comfy. Next I want skincare.I want skincare because it gives you better hygiene, it is good for your skin, and it gives you healthy skin. Lastly, I want stuffed animals. I want stuffed animals because they’re fluffy,cute,and squishy. Thank you for understanding Santa From Grace Runkle

Dear Santa, How are you doing this Christmas? How is Mrs. Claus doing? I want these things for Christmas. I want “Owl Diary” books, “My Weird School” books and an xbox. The first thing I want for Christmas is “Owl Diary” books. I want these books because I like books that have a lot of AR points and I like reading. The second thing I want for Christmas is “My Weird School” books. I want these books because it makes me smart, it’s funny and there are different books. The last thing I want for Christmas is an xbox. I want this game because it is fun. There are many games and there are mullet players. Thank you for giving me presents all my life and thank you for giving us all joy across the world.

From Emmett Staver

Dear Santa, I hope you’re doing great. I would like Ramen, an Oculus, and an electric scooter. The first thing I want for Christmas is spicy Ramen because it’s spicy. I love Ramen, it’s good! Second, I want an Oculus because I love VR, I have never had one, they’re cool. Lastly, I want an electric scooter because I always wanted one,bI don’t have to push on the scooter. It’s fast.

Merry Christmas Santa. Feed the reindeer.

From Skyler Trombatore

Dear Santa, I would like just 3 things for Christmas this year. First, I would like a bubble blaster.

My bubble blaster is broken.

The second thing is a baby kitten. I would like a kitten because they are cute. The last thing I want is LED lights. I would like to have lights for my room. You are sweet and I hope you have a good Christmas too.

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Dear Santa, My name is Keeva, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been mostly nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a Hello Kity phone.

It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want Hello Kity toys and a stiche Brbe home. The things I need are close and socs. Gifts I would wear are trkee sliprs in size 1.

Finally, I would like to read pichoo books (all of them). I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Keeva Dear Santa, My name is Stella, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like Junie b Jones books.

It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a book and a clook. The things I need are boots and snow pants. Gifts I would wear are new earrings and blue pajamas. Finally, I would like to read dinosalur books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Stella Dear Santa, My name is Victor, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been mostly nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a taplit. It is what I want more than anything else.

Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a monstr trok plushy and a biskl. The things I need are soks and a now fone. Gifts I would wear are glovs and pants. Finally, I would like to read big books with pichrs. I

can’t wait for you to visit!

From, Victor

really like a new dress that’s for winter. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a guiantic dino stuffy and a cute puppy plushy. The things I need are more socks and one or two fluffy sweaters for winter. Gifts I would wear are a maching cow shirt and a new pair of barbie socks.

Finally, I would like to read Junie B Jones and nachter books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Jupiter

I am 7 years old. This year I have been mostly nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a crocodile hoverboard. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a transformer and a Sonic toy.

The things I need are new socks and a new phone. Gifts I would wear are jeans and a Wisconin Badgers hat. Finally, I would like to read dinosaur books and Blippi books.

I can’t wait for you to visit!

Signed your biggest fan, Xander

Dear Santa, My name is Sterling, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a monster truck.

It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a Santa squishy and hot weels. The things I need are sox and gloves. Gifts I would wear are a Pikachu shrt and Pikachu pants. Finally, I would like to read a Ryan book and Dear Santa, a school book. I can’t wait for My name is Evelyn, and I you to visit! am 7 years old. This year I Love, Sterling have been mostly nice. This year for Christmas I would Dear Santa, really like a furby. It is what I My name is Jupiter, and I want more than anything else. am 6 years old. This year I Of course, I do have a few have been mostly nice. This more things on my list. I also year for Christmas I would want a Talor Swift paino and a sprinker. The things I need are gloves and boots. Gifts I would wear are earings and socks (like fun socks). Finally, I would like to read chaper books learing about anmils. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Evelyn

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Dear Santa, My name is Addelyn, and I am 7 years old. This year I have been mostly nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a now Brbe hos and a Brbe car. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a tablit with a magic pen. I aso wot hihels. The things I need are sox with horts on the sids and I reele need now shoz. Finally, I would like to read Talr Swift and junie b jones books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Addelyn

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Dear Santa, My name is Victoria, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a Barbie doll. It is what I want more than anything else.

Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a plushe. The things I need are glavs and socs. Gifts I would wear are a sprcly dres and sprcly boots. Finally, I would like to read anmul boocs and famle boocs. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Victoria

Dear Santa, My name is Kaine, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like an electric car. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list.

I also want a momster truck and gloofs. The things I need are a new hat and snow pants.

Gifts I would wear are Pacers hats and a Pacers shirt. Finally, I would like to read Pacers books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

From, Kaine

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Dear Santa, My name is Levi, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like the transformers toys. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list.

I also want Deadpool toys and Sonic toys. The things I need are a transformer thootbrus and Bubblbee pajamas. Gifts I would wear are a traformers cotome and a Deadpool back pack. Finally, I would like to read Deadpool books and Sonic books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

From, Levi

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Letters To Santa Dear Santa, My name is Thomas, and I am 7 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a Sonic toy that talks.

It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a Hot Wheels car. The things I need are boots and snow pants. Gifts I would wear are a Sonic shirt and pants. Finally, I would like to read bug books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

From, Thomas

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Dear Santa, My name is Isabelle, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a Bluey watch. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list.

I also want a Bluey camera and a Bluey shirt and a Bluey watch. The things I need are Bluey snowpants and a Bluey scarf. Gifts I would wear are a tinkerbell costume and a Bluey costume. Finally, I would like to read a Bluey book and a tinkerbell book. I can’t wait for you to visit!

From, Izzy Dear Santa, My name is Huxley, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been mostly nice. This year for Christmas I would really like Junie B Jones books that are Thanksgiving themed.

It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a white plain shirt with nothing on it and an Encanto watch. The things I need are new shoes that light up and Encanto themed with the hole family on it. Gifts I would wear are an Encanto dress and Encanto pj’s. Finally, I would like to read Encanto books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Huxley Dear Santa, My name is Lisa, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a Bluey play house. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a Bluey play book and a Barby play house. The things I need are snow boots.

Gifts I would wear are fuzzy pajamas. Finally, I would like to read a piggie pie book and a Junie B. Jones book. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Lisa

I am 6 years old. This year I have been mostly nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a big nerf gun.

It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want soccer clets and a Ronaldo shrt. The things I need are new socks and new pencils. Gifts I would wear are a red shrt and red pants.

Finally, I would like to read Junie B. Jones books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Kaison Dear Santa, My name is Tanner, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a spinning top. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a blue whale and a green frog. The things I need are gloves and snow pants.

Gifts I would wear are a noow hat and boots. Finally, I would like to read a Spiderman book.

I can’t wait for you to visit!

Your friend, Tanner Dear Santa, My name is Jackson, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would really like a John Deer combine.

It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a Minecraft person and a big dump truck.

The things I need are comfy pajamas and sweatshirts. Gifts I would wear are a t-shirt and shoes. Finally, I would like to read Minecraft books and Junie B. Jones books! I can’t wait for you to visit!

From, Jackson Dear Santa, My name is Hadley, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been mostly nice. This year for Christmas I would really like an American Girl doll. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a bag of slime and a black and white puppy. The things I need are boots and a new hat. Gifts I would wear are earrings and s’mores slippers. Finally, I would like to read princess books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Hadley

Dear Santa, My name is Elizabeth, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been very good. This year for Christmas I would really like a Barbie with blonde hair. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more Dear Santa, things on my list. I also want My name is Kaison, and a toy car that is pink and that

has blue stripes. One thing I need is a pari of gloves. Gifts I would wear are a Mickey Mouse headband and a sparkley dess. Finally, I would like to read Junie B. Jones books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Elizabeth

I do have a few more things on my list. I also want an Elsa Lego set and a Rapunzel night light. The things I need are colorful hats and pink snow pants. Gifts I would wear are wizard of oz pajamas and a Tin man headband. Finally, I would like to read princess Dear Santa, books and pig books. I can’t My name is Charly, and wait for you to visit!

I am 6 years old. This year I From, Charly have been very nice. This year for Christmas I would realDear Santa, ly like a Rapunzel doll and a My name is Jahnessa, and phone. It is what I want more I am 6 years old. This year I than anything else. Of course, have been mostly nice. This

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It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a unicorn stuffiez and a unicorn shirt. The things I need are a toothbrush and boots. Gifts I would wear are a turkey shirt and Bears pajamas. Finally, I would like to read Junie B. Jones books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Jahnessa Dear Santa,

My name is Brody, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been mostly nice. This year for Christmas I would really like an apple watch but all black. It is what I want more than anything else. Of course, I do have a few more things on my list. I also want a big nerf gun and a Packers shirt. The things I need are q-tips and highlighters. Gifts I would wear are pjs and Bears pjs. Finally, I would like to read Junie B. Jones books. I can’t wait for you to visit!

Love, Brody

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Letters To Santa Mrs. Janecke’s 2nd Grade class

Dear Santa, My name is Adilyn. I am 7 years old. I live in Warren. I have been very good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a Scooby Doo Fall Fright book because I like Scooby Doo books. If your elves are not too busy I would also like some candy that is good for me. What do you do in the North Pole? I will leave cookies, milk, and reindeer food for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

From Your Friend, Adilyn

a dream Barbie house because I am bored when my brothers watch TV. If your elves are not too busy I would also like a big doll, a baking sert, and pjs like last year. Is Rudolph real?

I will leave some cookies and milk for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

Your Friend, Chloe

Dear Santa My name is Braeden. I am 8 years old. I live in Warren.

Dear Santa, This year I have been very My name is Harry. I am 8 good. What I would most like years old. I live in Warren. I for Christmas this year is a have been good. What I would Batman plane because I love MOST like for Christmas is to Batman. If your elves are not go to Disney so we could go to too busy I would also like a the Boardwalk, because they Batman ship that can move. have very cool secret beds.

How many elves do you have?

If your elves are not too busy Dear Santa, I will leave a cookie for you on I would also like 100 jumbo My name is Armani. I am 7 Christmas Eve! Merry Christrare Pokemon cards, a tramyears old. I live in Warren. This mas! poline, and a pack of Posca year I have been good. What I Your Pal, Braeden Markers. Is it really cold in the would Most like for Christmas North Pole? I will leave cookthis year is a dirt bike because I Dear Santa, ies, milk, and a special card for Dear Santa, can do tricks. If your elves are My name is Everett. I am you on Christmas Eve! Merry My name is Charlie. I am not too busy I would also like 7 years old. I live in Warren.

Christmas!

8 years old. I live in Warren. a skateboard, a little robot, and This year I have been very Your buddy, Harry I have been very good. What I PS5. Are your elves working good. What I would most would MOST like for Christ- hard? I will leave some cookies like for Christmas this year is Dear Santa, mas this year is a very big and milk for you on Christmas Black Panther stuff because My name is Dawson. I am Lego set because I like to build Eve! Merry Christmas!

I love black panther stuff. If 7 years old. I live in Warren. I with Legos. If your elves are Your Pal, Armani your elves are not too busy I have been good. What I would not too busy I would also like would also like more Batman MOST like for Christmas this a very big toy sniper rifle with Dear Santa, stuff! How many elves do you year is a Ghostbuster car with a scope. What do your reinMy name is Harper. I am have? I will leave a cookie and doors that open, because I deer enjoy eating? I will leave 8 years old. I live in Warren. some milk for you on Christhave never had a Ghostbuster chocolate and milk for you on This year I have been good. mas Eve! Merry Christmas! car. If your elves are not too Christmas Eve! Merry Christ- What I would MOST like for From your Pal, Everett busy I would also like a piano mas!

Christmas this year is a drumand a Ghostbuster house, and Your Friend, Charlie set because I like to play music. Mrs. Wolff’s 2nd a remote control two wheel If your elves are not too busy tractor. Do you know where Dear Santa, I would also like a skateboard Grade Class I live? I will leave milk and Dear Santa, My Name is Burrkleah. I am and Dog Man books. What cookies for you on Christmas 7 years old. I live in Warren. kind of cookies do you like?

My name is Kaylin. I am 7 Eve! Merry Christmas!

This year I have been good. I will leave some cookies and years old. I live in the counFrom Your Friend, Dawson What I most like for Christmas milk for you on Christmas Eve! try near Warren. This year I have been very good. What this year are new markers and Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, I most like for Christmas this a big coloring book because From, Harper My name is Ezra. I am 7 I don’t have my own coloring year is makeup from Sephora years old. I live in Warren. I book yet. If your elves are because I can put it on for fun.

Dear Santa, have been good. What I would not too busy, I would also like My name is Rylan. I am If your elves are not too busy, MOST like for Christmas this socks because I need them. I 7 years old. I live in Warren. I would also like a pink Stanyear is one of those re-cars will leave some sugar cookies This year I have been very ley. Do you get cold there? I that goes on walls because I as well as some reindeer food good. What I would Most like will leave some cookies for want to annoy my brother. If for you on Christmas Eve! for Christmas is a controller you on Christmas Eve! Merry your elves are not too busy I Merry Christmas. switch because I want to play Christmas! would also like one of those Love, Kaylin From your Pal, Burrkleah it on my tv. If your elves are mini guns from Nerf and one not too busy I would also like baseball. How many elves do Dear Santa, Dear Santa, a Dog Man book and football you have? I will leave a cookie My name is Eleanor. I am 8 My name is Chloe. I am cards. What is it like there? I and milk for you on Christmas 7 years old. I live in Warren. will leave some cookies and years old. I live in Nora. This Eve! Merry Christmas!

This year I have been very milk for you on Christmas Eve! year I have been very good.

From Your Friend, Ezra What I would MOST like for good. What I would MOST Merry Christmas!

Christmas this year is a violet like for Christmas this year is Love, Rylan camera like my aunt’s camera because I think it is fun to take photos. If your elves are not too busy I would also like a tablet, a water bottle, a phone, and a watch. How many elves THIS IS AN OPEN CALL FOR SUBMITTED PHOTOS do you have? I will leave TO BE USED IN YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER some cookies, milk, and I might leave some carrot cake t Community events, car washes, festivals, lemonade stands, school projects – people at work and at play. for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

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Dear Santa, My name is Coriana. I am 7 years old. I live in Monroe.

This year I have been very good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a ferret because I’ve been begging for one. If your elves are not too busy I would also like a Nintendo switch because my brother has one. How cold is it there? I will leave some cookies for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

From Your Friend, Coriana Dear Santa, My name is Isabella. I am 7 years old. I live in Warren. This year I have been good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a lot of Barbie things because I love to play with Barbies. If your elves are not too busy I would also like a tablet, a computer, a notebook, and pens. Is it very cold there? I will leave some stuff for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

From Your Friend, Isabella Dear Santa, My name is Hannah. I am 7 years old. I live in Warren and Apple River. This year I have been very good. What I would Most like for Christmas this year is a LOL doll because I will name the LOL doll Anna and I will be happy because I love LOL dolls. If your elves are not too busy I would also like a princess computer because I want to learn to do it on my own. What are your elves’ names? I will leave some cookies and milk for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

Love, Hannah Dear Santa, My name is Leo. I am 7 years old. I live in Winslow.

This year I have been a bit bad.

What I would most like for Christmas this year is a nerf gun set because I love nerf guns! If your elves are not too busy I would also like a stuffed minecraft creeper, more arrows for my bow, and a toy lightsaber. I will leave some cookies and milk for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

From Your Friend, Leo

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Dear Santa, My name is Will. I am 7 years old. I live in Warren. This year I have been good. What I would Most like for Christmas this year is an XBox because I have an old XBox but it’s broken, so I want a new one. If your elves are not too busy I would like an electric scooter and I want it to be blue. What do you like to do when you are handing out presents? I will leave some cookies for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

Love, Will

Dear Santa My name is Conner. I am 7 years old. I live in Warren.

This year I have been a bit bad. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a dog because I only have 1 dog because my 2 dogs died.

If your elves are not too busy I would also like a PS5, a TV, and a Nintendo. How many elves do you have? I will leave some cookies and milk for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

From Your Friend, Conner

Dear Santa My name is Jai’Hiem. I am 8 years old. I live in Warren.

This year I have been very good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a LankyBox toy named fox because I love to watch LankyBox. If your elves are not too busy I would also like a LankyBox action figure. How is the weather over there? I will leave some cookies and milk for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

From Your Friend, JaiHiem

Dear Santa, My name is Nataley. I am 8 years old. I live in Warren.

This year I have been a bit bad. What I would MOST like for Christmas is a makeup vanity with a chair with it because I have a lot of makeup.

If your elves are not too busy I would also like a hoverboard because my other one broke.

Is Rudolph real? I will leave some cookies and white milk for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

Love, Nataley

Dear Santa, My name is Abraham. I am 7 years old. I live near Apple River. This year I have been very good. What I would MOST like for Christmas is a mini dirt bike. If your elves are not too busy I would also like a blue Apple computer so Hazel could play games on my phone. How old are you?

I will leave some cookies for you on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!

Your pal, Abraham

Dear Santa, My name is Archer. I am 7 years old. I live in Warren out in the country. This year I have been very good. What I MOST want for Christmas this year is a PS5 because I could play Madden 25 and College Football 25. If your elves are not too busy I would also like a gaming chair, a dirt bike, a Roku TV, a DJ Moore jersey, and some V-bucks.

Do you like the snow? I will leave some cookies and milk for you on Christmas Eve!.

Merry Christmas!

From Your Friend, Archer

From Lena’s Kitchen Snowy Raspberry Gelatin Mold

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It was beginning to look a lot like Christmas with our first dusting of snow. It may be all we get, but it did put everybody in the mood.

This week we continue to offer some holiday recipes for Christmas. You may not get the paper until it is over, but you can keep them for New Year’s Day. Have a great week cooking some new things, some “retro” recipes, and some old favorites.

Tree Cheese Ball

I have seen several recipes for a tree cheese ball this year.

I think you could make any of your own into a tree ball. This one has several cheeses in it, so it should be a great appetizer.

2 pkg. (8 oz. each) cream cheese at room temperature ¼ C. butter, room temperature 1 C. grated yellow cheddar cheese 1 C. grated white cheddar cheese 1 (14 oz.) jar pimentos, drained, patted dry, chopped 1½ T. Worcestershire sauce 2 garlic cloves, minced Sliced almonds Chopped fresh parsley leaves Pomegranate seeds 3 sprigs of rosemary 3 long strips of red pepper Assorted crackers and pretzels In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, both cheddars, pimentos, Worcestershire, and garlic. Using fork, mash ingredients together and stir until well combined. Turn cheese mixture out onto sheet of plastic wrap.

Shape mixture into a ball.

Wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Unwrap cheese and turn onto sheet of parchment paper. Roll and mold cheese into a cone shape. Garnish first with almonds, starting at top. Insert them in a spiral shape around tree shape to resemble garland, wrapping around tree about 3 times. Using fingers, press in chopped parsley all around tree. Last, press in pomegranate seeds into tree in spiral pattern as you did with almonds. Tree topper is a sprig of rosemary or pepper strips. You could also top with a cherry tomato.

Serve with crackers or pretzels.

This salad is beautiful on a holiday table. I have said it before that holidays in my past have always had a Jell-O salad. They are now deemed “retro” and aren’t really popular. You can make them the day before, and they dress up the table.

1 envelope unflavored gelatin ½ C. cold water 1 C. half-and-half cream ½ C. sugar 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 1 t. vanilla 1 pkg. (8 oz.) raspberry Jell-O 1 C. boiling water 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawed Fresh raspberries for garnish.

In a small bowl, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute.

In a small saucepan, combine half-and-half and sugar.

Cook and stir just until mixture comes to a simmer. Remove from the heat; stir into gelatin until dissolved. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Fold in gelatin mixture. Stir in vanilla. Pour into a mold coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until set but not firm, about 45 minutes.

In a small bowl, dissolve raspberry Jell-O in boiling water. Stir in raspberries until blended. Carefully spoon over cream cheese layer.

Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Unmold onto a serving plate; garnish with fresh raspberries.

Christmas Fruit Salad

Triple Cranberry Sauce

If you are having a traditional meal and want a traditional side, this cranberry sauce is an easy one to put on the table.

1 pkg. (12 oz.) fresh or frozen cranberries 1 C. thawed cranberry juice concentrate ½ C. dried cranberries 1/3 C. sugar 3 T. orange juice 3 T. orange marmalade 2 t. grated orange zest ¼ t. ground allspice In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, cranberry juice concentrate, dried cranberries and sugar. Cook over medium heat until the berries pop, about 15 minutes.

Remove from the heat; stir in the orange juice, marmalade, orange zest and allspice.

Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate until chilled.

Rustic Nut Bars

These bars are great on a cookie tray. You can use mixed nuts instead of the individual cups of nuts.

1 T. plus ¾ C. cold butter, divided 2 1/3 C. flour ½ C. sugar ½ t. baking powder ½ t. salt 1 egg, lightly beaten Topping: 2/3 C. honey ½ C. packed brown sugar ¼ t. salt 6 T. butter, cubed 2 T. heavy whipping cream 2 C. chopped hazelnuts, toasted 1 C. salted cashews 1 C. pistachios 1 C. salted roasted almonds Preheat oven to 375. Line a 9 x 13 baking pan with foil, letting ends extend over by an inch. Grease foil with 1 T. butter. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in the remaining butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in egg

until blended. Mixture will be dry. Press firmly onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 18 to 20 minutes until edges are golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

In a large, heavy saucepan, combine the honey, brown sugar and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to dissolve sugar.

Boil 2 minutes without stirring. Stir in butter and cream; return to a boil. Cook and stir 1 minute or until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in nuts.

Spread over crust. Bake 15 to 20 minutes until topping is bubbly. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Lifting with foil, remove from pan.

Discard foil and cut into bars.

Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars

These bars are a great and a cool addition to a cookie tray. They don’t take a lot of extra effort; the hardest part is unwrapping the peppermint candy and smashing them to

Baked Cornish Hens

I heard that many people are not having a traditional Christmas dinner this year.

They are having tacos, soup, lasagna, or appetizers. Also, because it is in the middle of the week, there isn’t a large crowd coming. I love to make Cornish hens. They are a great way to have a festive dinner with a minimum of work. This recipe has a vegetable stuffing to give it flavor.

Most of the time you can split the hen in two to feed two people.

2 Cornish game hens ½ C. melted butter ½ onion, chopped ½ stalk celery, chopped 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 can (4.5 oz.) mushrooms, drained and chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 T. dried basil 1 t. dried oregano 1 T. chopped fresh parsley ¼ C. melted butter Preheat the oven to 325.

Combine ½ C. melted butter, onion, celery, bell pepper, mushrooms, garlic, basil, oregano and parsley in a small bowl. Season the inside and out of the hens with salt and pepper. Stuff each hen with equal amounts of vegetable mixture. Place stuffed hens in a 9 x 13 baking dish which has been sprayed with cooking spray. Brush with melted butter. Cover dish and bake for 1½ hours. Remove cover and brown at 500 degrees for 5 minutes.

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bits. Putting them in a Ziploc bag to do this is easy and not messy.

Cookies 2 sticks salted butter, room temperature plus more for the pan 3 C. flour ½ t. salt 1 pkg. (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1½ C. sugar 1 egg 1 t. vanilla Frosting: 8 T. salted butter, room temperature 2½ C. powdered sugar 3 T. milk ½ t. peppermint extract ¼ C. roughly chopped peppermint candies Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350. Lightly butter a 9-inch square baking pan.

Line the pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on all sides. Whisk the flour and salt in a medium bowl; set aside. Beat the butter and

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If you aren’t into molded salads, this fruit salad would make a great side to any holiday meal. You do have to plan ahead because it needs to be refrigerated 24 hours before serving. It is easy and pretty in a glass bowl.

3 large egg yolks, beaten 3 T. water 3 T. white vinegar 2/3 t. salt 2 C. heavy whipping cream, whipped 3 C. miniature marshmallows 2 C. halved green grapes 1 can (20 oz.) pineapple tidbits, drained 1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained 1 jar (20 oz.) red maraschino cherries, drained and sliced 1 C. chopped pecans 3 T. lemon juice In a large saucepan, combine the egg yolks, water, vinegar, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and reaches 160. Remove from the heat and cool; fold

in whipped cream. In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Add dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours. Garnish with halved grapes and cherries before serving.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Stephenson - Freeport, ILLINOIS Carrington Mortgage Services LLC Plaintiff vs.

Kerri Lynn Gerke; et. al.

Defendant 23 FC 60 CALENDAR 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 January 15, 2025, at the hour 1:30 p.m., Security First Title Company, 205 West Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS. LOT 1 IN BLOCK 7 OF WELTY HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, ALSO BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 1, BLOCK 7 OF WELTY HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, THENCE WEST ALONG THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 1, BLOCK 7 A DISTANCE OF 120 FEET TO THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF LOT 14, BLOCK 7 OF WELTY HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, THENCE NORTH AT RIGHT ANGLES, A DISTANCE OF 25 FEET, THENCE EAST AT RIGHT ANGLES A DISTANCE OF 120 FEET, THENCE SOUTH AT RIGHT ANGLES A DISTANCE OF 25 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, THE SAME BEING THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER OF BELMARSER STREET. P.I.N. 18-18-01-206-005.

Commonly known as 1440 S. Burchard Avenue, Freeport, IL 61032.

The real estate is: 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: At sale, the bidder

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For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road. Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527.

(630) 794-5300. 14-2307033 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales. com I3256825 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 11, 18 & 25, 2024) 465305

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Stephenson - Freeport, ILLINOIS Fifth Third Bank N.A. Plaintiff vs.

Deborah L. Roush; et. al.

Defendant 24 FC 25 CALENDAR 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 January 15, 2025, at the hour 1:30 p.m., Security First Title Company, 205 West Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT 13 OF HOLSTE’S SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 27 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AS SURVEYED AND PLATTED

BY W.H. BUTTERFIELD, PUBLIC SURVEYOR, AUGUST 17, 1896, SITUATED IN LANCASTER TOWNSHIP, STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING 16 CHAINS NORTH AND 33 FEET EAST OF THE WEST QUARTER

SECTION CORNER OF SECTION 29, IN TOWNSHIP 27 NORTH, OF RANGE 8 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH 92 LINKS; THENCE EAST 10 CHAINS 90 LINKS TO THE RIGHTOF-WAY OF THE CHICAGO, MILWAUKEE & ST. PAUL RAILWAY COMPANY; THENCE S O U T H W E S T E R LY ALONG SAID RIGHTOF-WAY 1 CHAIN 3 LINKS; THENCE WEST 10 CHAINS 43 LINKS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. P.I.N. 07-14-29-100-003.

Commonly known as 593 North Henderson Road, Freeport, IL 61032.

The real estate is: 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: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road. Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527.

(630) 794-5300. 14-2403263 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales. com I3256826 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 11, 18 & 25, 2024)

Notice is given of the death of Alvin J. Kerr of Freeport, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on December 3, 2024, to: Steven P. Kerr 6902 Spruce St. Finleyville, PA 15332 as independent Administrator of the Estate of Alvin J. Kerr, whose attorney is Anthony V. Coon Attorney At Law 10 N. Galena Ave., Ste.210 Freeport, Illinois 61032 The estate will be administered without Court supervision unless, under Section 28.4 of the Probate Act (7551LCS 5/28-4), any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a Petition To Terminate to the Clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court at the Stephenson County Courthouse, 15 N. Galena Avenue, Freeport, Illinois 61032, or with the representative, or both, on or before June 13, 2025, and any claim not filed on or before said date 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.

Date: 12/3/24 Steven P. Kerr, Administrator By: Anthony V. Coon Anthony V. Coon, Attorney At Law Anthony V. Coon, #6269568 Attorney at Law 10 N. Galena Ave., Ste. 210 Freeport, IL 61032 815-235-2212 Fax 815-232-5500 tonycoonlaw@aol.com (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 11, 18 & 25, 2024)

the death of GEORGE CHARLES LERCH; Letters of Office were issued on August 26, 2024 to Charles Dawson who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Thomas G. Ruud, 318 N. 1st St., Rockford, IL 61107.

Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before July 19, 2025, that date being at least Six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date as stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Stephenson County Circuit Clerk - Probate Division at the Stephenson County Courthouse, 5 N. Galena Ave. 2nd Floor Freeport, Illinois 61032 .

Copies of claims filed with the Stephenson County Circuit Clerk’s Office Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the Estate’s attorney within ten (10) days after the date of filing.

Dated: December 9, 2024 /s/ Charles Dawson, Executor Prepared by: Thomas G. Ruud #6188190 Thomas G. Ruud & Associates, P.C. Attorney for the Estate 318 N. 1st St. Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 961-9100 Tom@TRuudlaw.com (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 18, 25, 2024 & Jan. 1, 2025) 465676

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH 465350 JUDICIAL CIRCUIT 465308 STEPHENSON COUNTY STATE OF ILLINOIS - FREEPORT, ILLINOIS STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT Mortgage Assets IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH Management, LLC COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT f/k/a Reverse Mortgage FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL COUNTY OF Solutions, Inc. CIRCUIT STEPHENSON STEPHENSON PLAINTIFF COUNTY-IN PROBATE PROBATE DIVISION Vs. In Re the Matter of the In the Matter of Judith Eikstadt; et. al.

Estate of: the Estate of: DEFENDANTS ALVIN J. KERR, GEORGE CHARLES No. 2022FC73 Deceased.

LERCH, NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S No. 24-PR-81 Deceased.

SALE OF REAL ESTATE NOTICE FOR CASE NO. 2024-PR-47 PUBLIC NOTICE IS PUBLICATION CLAIM NOTICE HEREBY GIVEN that CLAIMS NOTICE is given of pursuant to a Judgment of

Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 03/21/2023, the Sheriff of Stephenson County, Illinois will on January 23, 2025 at the hour of 9:30 AM at Stephenson County Courthouse 15 North Galena Avenue 1st Floor, West door of courthouse Freeport, IL 61032, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Stephenson and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 160 AND 161 OF SAXBY HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF FREEPORT, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 16, 1910, IN BOOK C OF PLATS ON PAGE 47; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF STEPHENSON AND STATE OF ILLINOIS PIN 18-13-36-310-010 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1331 W Logan Street Freeport, IL 61032 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

If the property is located

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weekends and into the New Year’s Holiday. As we close this season out, I end with my traditional Christmas message: Remember that “Every time a hand reaches out to help another…that is Christmas. Every time someone puts anger aside and strives for understanding…that is Christmas. Every time people forget their differences and realize their

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love for each other…that is Christmas. May this Christmas bring us closer to the spirit of human understanding, closer to the blessing of peace.” May the blessings of Christmas be on all of you as we celebrate the birth of the Christ Child and the promise of eternal life. Have a great Christmas.

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tified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representations 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.

Persons wishing information regarding the real estate may contact: Jamie Rommelfaenger Heartland Financial USA, Inc. 655 S. Taylor Drive Sheboygan, WI 53081 (920) 208-4883 Dated this 16th day of December, 2024.

RENO & ZAHM llp By: /s/ Ryan T. Straw Ryan T. Straw, Attorney for Wisconsin Bank & Trust, a Division of HTLF Bank, Plaintiff RENO & ZAHM llp Ryan T. Straw (#6297723) 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 987-4050 rts@renozahm.com (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 25, 2024, Jan. 1 & 8, 2025)

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-22-08449.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Stephenson - Freeport, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC Plaintiff vs.

Krystle L. Schulz; Jeffry S. Schulz; Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants Defendant 24 FC 24 CALENDAR 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 January 29, 2025, at the hour 1:30 p.m., Security First Title Company, 205 West Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOTS THREE (3), FIVE (5), SIX (6) AND SEVEN (7) IN BLOCK THIRTY (30) IN THE VILLAGE OF DAKOTA, STEPHENSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS. EXCEPT THAT PART THAT LIES WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE RAILROAD. SITUATED IN STEPHENSON COUNTY IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 14-09-36-136-003.

Commonly known as 110 West South Street, Dakota, IL 61018.

The real estate is: 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: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified

funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group LLC, 33 West Monroe Street, Suite 1540, Chicago, Illinois 60603.

(312) 360-9455. W24-0212 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales. com I3257633 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 25, 2024, Jan. 1 & 8, 2025) 465921

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF STEPHENSON WISCONSIN BANK & TRUST, a Division of HTLF Bank, Plaintiff, vs.

DYLAN SEVERSON a/k/a DYLAN THOMAS SEVERSON; BRITTNEY AUKOFER a/k/a BRITTANY AUKOFER a/k/a BRITTANY MICHELLE AUKOFER; UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 2024 FC 20 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above-cause on August 16, 2024, an agent of the Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office will at 9:30 a.m. on January 16, 2025, at the Stephenson County Courthouse, 15 N. Galena Avenue, Freeport, Illinois 61032, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following

described real estate: Part of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 28, Township 29 North, Range 8 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the East line of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of said Section 28, said point being North 00 degrees 37 minutes 30 seconds East, a distance of 1592.78 feet from a Railroad Spike at the Southeast comer thereof; thence North 89 degrees 06 minutes 19 seconds West, a distance of 361.48 feet to an iron rod; thence North 00 degrees 42 minutes 04 seconds West, a distance of 349.73 feet to an iron rod; thence North 89 degrees 53 minutes 13 seconds East, a distance of 215.12 feet to an iron rod; thence North 02 degrees 05 minutes 33 seconds East, a distance of 77.67 feet to an iron rod; thence North 89 degrees 32 minutes 12 seconds East, a distance of 152.51 feet to the East line of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 28; thence South 00 degrees 37 minutes 30 seconds West, along said East line, a distance of 434.65 feet to the Point of Beginning; situated in the Township of Oneco, County of Stephenson and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as: 12382 North Afolkey Road, Orangeville, Illinois 61060 Permanent Index Number: Part of 16-04-28-400003 (New tax code for 2023: 16-04-28-400-005) The property is residential property.

The judgment amount was $159,879.90 together with interest thereon at the statutory rate plus additional costs, including publication costs, court costs, attorneys’ fees and expenses of sale.

Sale Terms: 25% down of the highest bid by cer-

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the Erie Tournament to end handing the Panthers their CORRESPONDENT their 2021. Le-Win got the seventh loss of the season.

After winning their first tournament off to a good They would not let the overgame of the season, the Le- start with a 51-46 win over time loss deter them, howevna-Winslow boys’ varsity Orion. It was a good confi- er. The Panthers managed to basketball squad went on dence boost for the Panthers, bounce back with back-toa five-game losing streak. as they picked up their third back wins in their next two day adue to COVID-19.

Whilewinvaccinated.”

President Joe Biden and theAfter tough loss to a Belof the season with a games. vast majority Illinois Wisconsin was still battling National Governors Associa-leville, team,thetoughThe opponent ahead. of cases, On Wednesday, Decemhospitalizations variant struggled of COVID-19, tion on Dec. 27 to discuss thetheDelta Panthers to Later that day,and thedeaths Pan- areber 29, the Panthers faced among unvaccinated, Ezikeoff with Mercer County in the Omicron response to the Omicron vari-recover.

Theyvariant went was on introto thers facedthe off with a Beechduced a couple of weeks ago.er said. ant. lose their next four, three squad in a game that their third game of the tourwhich werefor losses by ten require mostovertime at risk: de- nament. The first quarter Center Disease Con-wouldThose Illinois Department of Pub-of The or less. extraold.had plenty of scoring as both Are more into than the 65 years trol and Prevention said earliercide. ·Heading lic Health Director Dr. Ngozipoints Withmonth a record the period· Suffer tied 44-44, Beecher from heart, liver orteams combined for twenthat ofthe2-6, Omicron Ezike confirmed that Illinois last to play strain in outscored the Panthers 7-6, ty-five points. Le-Win held kidney disease. variant prepared is the dominant is seeing higher hospitalizationPanthers · Are immunocompromised. rates. The state is now averag- of COVID-19 in the U.S. with · Have diabetes. ing 500 hospital admissions a more than 73 percent of new Vaccine clinics will be held cases attributable to the variant.

To protect from the in Cook, DuPage, Lake, Will, COVID-19, harm reduction Kane, St. Clair, McLean, Sanstrategies will still need to be gamon, Peoria, Winnebago, employed, Ezike said, like Jackson and Adams counties. wearing masks, social distanc- Anyone age 12 older can get ing, hand-washing and staying a first or second dose at these locations. away from large crowds.

Community-based testing “We have a vaccine that is highly effective at preventing sites will be open Monday severe illness and death,” Ezike through Saturday in Aurora, said. “Currently, we are seeing Arlington Heights, South Hola demand for booster doses, land, Fairview Heights, Peobut it is critically important for ria, Bloomington, Champaign, those who have yet to receive Harwood Heights, Rockford even one dose of vaccine to get and Waukegan.

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the advantage, however, going into the second quarter up 15-10.

Luke Benson caught fire in the second quarter. The senior guard hit a trio of three-pointers and totaled thirteen points in the second quarter, helping to extend the Panthers’ lead. In fact, Luke scored every single second quarter point for the Panthers, leading them to a 28-22 lead heading into halftime.

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Mahon posted twelve third quarter points, including a pair of his own three-pointers.

Luke added another five points of his own as the duo helped the Panthers take a 47-31 lead into the final quarter. With a sixteen-point cushion, Le-Win managed to coast their way to a 56-37 victory over Mercer County.

Mahon led the team in scoring with twenty-three points, while Luke was right behind him with twenty of his own. Both of them hit four three-pointers on the game as the Panthers hit on nine total threes in the game. The offensive breakout was nice to see as Le-Win looks to climb back to five hundred on the season.

The next day, the Panthers were set to face off with a 5-6 Stark County team. At 4-7 themselves, the Panthers were slight underdogs.

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It was the three-point shot that sparked momentum for the Panthers in the first quarter. Both Mahon and Ayden Packard hit a three as Le-Win looked to keep up with Stark Co. The Panthers found themselves trailing 12-10 at the end of the first.

Some good defense in the second quarter, to go along with six points from Luke, the Panthers managed to flip the cards before halftime as they led Stark Co. 23-18 heading into the break.

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play of chemistry in the third quarter. As a team, they combined for fourteen points. No individual scored more than four points in the quarter, however, as five Panthers helped contribute those fourteen points. While holding Stark to just five points in the third, Le-Win managed to take another big 37-23 lead into the fourth.

With the fourteen point advantage, the Panthers managed to coast their way to a 40-29 victory for their fifth win of the season. Despite being just 1-5 at one point, the Panthers are now 4-2 over their last six games.

Lena-Winslow Head Coach, Kyle Benson, never gave up hope on his squad as he remained focused on the task at hand. Quite simply, Kyle credits the recent success to “just playing better.”

The Panthers have gone back to the basics and that has paid off for them. Kyle explained, we are turning the ball over less, taking better shots, and playing sound defense.” While he is satisfied with their improvement in recent weeks, Kyle remains focused on improving each, and every, day. “We still have some areas to shore up.” Kyle said, adding “Our kids are trusting this process and we are hoping our best basketball is still ahead of us.”

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REAL ESTATE NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Stephenson Freeport, ILLINOIS Carrington Mortgage Services LLC Plaintiff vs.

Kerri Lynn Gerke; et. al.

Defendant 23 FC 60 CALENDAR 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 January 15, 2025, at the hour 1:30 p.m., Security First Title Company, 205 West Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 18-18-01-206-005.

Commonly known as 1440 S. Burchard Avenue, Freeport, IL 61032.

The real estate is: 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 (g1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road.

Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527.

(630) 794-5300. 14-23-07033 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3256825 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 11, 18 & 25, 2024 465306 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Stephenson Freeport, ILLINOIS Fifth Third Bank N.A. Plaintiff vs.

Deborah L. Roush; et. al.

Defendant 24 FC 25 CALENDAR NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby giv-

en that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on January 15, 2025, at the hour 1:30 p.m., Security First Title Company, 205 West Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 07-14-29-100-003.

Commonly known as 593 North Henderson Road, Freeport, IL 61032.

The real estate is: 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 (g1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road.

Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527.

(630) 794-5300. 14-24-03263 IJSC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3256826 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 11, 18 & 25, 2024) 465309 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT STEPHENSON COUNTY FREEPORT, ILLINOIS Mortgage Assets Management, LLC f/k/a Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. PLAINTIFF Vs. Judith Eikstadt; et. al.

DEFENDANTS No. 2022FC73 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 03/21/2023, the Sheriff of Stephenson County, Illinois will on January 23, 2025 at the hour of 9:30 AM at Stephenson County Courthouse 15 North Galena Avenue 1st Floor, West door of courthouse Freeport, IL 61032, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of

Stephenson and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 18-13-36-310-010 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1331 W Logan Street Freeport, IL 61032 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-22-08449.

I3257236 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 18, 25, 2024 & Jan. 1, 2025) 465716 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Stephenson Freeport, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC Plaintiff vs.

Krystle L. Schulz; Jeffry S. Schulz; Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants Defendant 24 FC 24 CALENDAR 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 January 29, 2025, at the hour 1:30 p.m., Security First Title Company, 205 West Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 14-09-36-136-003.

Commonly known as 110 West South Street, Dakota, IL 61018.

The real estate is: 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 (g1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group LLC, 33 West Monroe Street, Suite 1540, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455. W24-0212 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL

SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3257633 (Published in The Shopper’s Guide Dec. 25, 2024, Jan. 1 & 8, 2025) 465922

Sale Terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes STATE OF ILLINOIS levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any repIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT resentations as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to COUNTY OF STEPHENSON WISCONSIN BANK & TRUST, a Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to conDivision of HTLF Bank, firmation by the Court.

Plaintiff, Upon payment in full of the vs. amount bid, the purchaser will reDYLAN SEVERSON a/k/a ceive a Certificate of Sale that will DYLAN THOMAS SEVERSON; entitle the purchaser to a deed to BRITTNEY AUKOFER a/k/a the real estate after confirmation BRITTANY AUKOFER a/k/a of the sale.

BRITTANY MICHELLE The property will NOT be open AUKOFER; UNKNOWN for inspection and Plaintiff makes OWNERS and NON-RECORD no representation as to the condiCLAIMANTS, tion of the property. Prospective Defendants.

Case No. 2024 FC 20 bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all informaNOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY tion.

Persons wishing information GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale regarding the real estate may entered in the above-cause on contact: Jamie Rommelfaenger August 16, 2024, an agent of Heartland Financial USA, Inc. the Stephenson County Sheriff’s 655 S. Taylor Drive Office will at 9:30 a.m. on JanuSheboygan, WI 53081 ary 16, 2025, at the Stephenson (920) 208-4883 County Courthouse, 15 N. Galena Dated this 16th day of DecemAvenue, Freeport, Illinois 61032, sell at public auction to the high- ber, 2024.

RENO & ZAHM llp est bidder, as set forth below, the By: /s/ Ryan T. Straw following described real estate: Ryan T. Straw, Commonly known as: 12382 Attorney for Wisconsin North Afolkey Road, Orangeville, Bank & Trust, a Division Illinois 61060 of HTLF Bank, Plaintiff Permanent Index Number: Part of 16-04-28-400-003 (New tax RENO & ZAHM llp code for 2023: 16-04-28-400-005) Ryan T. Straw (#6297723) The property is residential prop- 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400 Rockford, IL 61107 erty.

The judgment amount was (815) 987-4050 $159,879.90 together with inter- rts@renozahm.com (Published in The Shopper’s est thereon at the statutory rate Guide Dec. 25, 2024, plus additional costs, including Jan. 1 & 8, 2025) publication costs, court costs, 465936 attorneys’ fees and expenses of sale.

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