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Two Polo-Forreston wrestlers advance to compete in this weekends sectional. B1
Several local libraries received grants to offer services. B3
The annual St. James Valentine Bake Sale will be held on Friday in Forreston. A2
February Finds draws a near record crowd By Vinde Wells Editor Mild weather, winter doldrums, and a variety of treasures all led to a near record crowd Feb. 6 at Mt. Morris’ annual antique and collectibles market. The fourth annual February Finds, held at the Mt. Morris Moose Family Center, drew an estimated 500 people, possibly matching the best crowd ever, according to event organizer Edie White. “It was great. We had a great turnout. We don’t have everything totaled up yet, but it may have been our largest crowd ever,” White said Tuesday. Sunshine and temperatures in the 40s offered a pleasant day for people to get out, especially after the blizzard that left more than a foot of snow behind the previous weekend. “I think everyone who came was looking for things to add to their collections,” White said. “And people came out to socialize. I think they wanted to get out
because it’s winter.” A varied array of merchandise also drew the crowd, she said. “We had 22 vendors with a lot of different things to offer,” she said. Merchandise included antique furniture, antique tools, primitives, tins, lamps, vintage clothing and jewelry, tin toys, collectibles, quilts and linens, artwork, stamps, postcards, tin lunch pails, local advertising memorabilia, Depression Glass, pottery, and enamelware. A bake sale put on by the Let Freedom Ring Committee was almost sold out by early afternoon. Robert and Evelyn Thomas took advantage of the almost spring-like day to drive up from Dixon. Robert said they weren’t looking for anything in particular Saturday, but usually come to the event. “We enjoy looking,” he said. “And it’s not far from home.” Vendors were also pleased with the crowd.
Janell Miller and Judy Bright, both of Mt. Morris, talk with Kris Brunner, Stockton, about items for sale at Brunner’s booth Feb. 6 at February Finds at the Mt. Morris Moose Family Center. Photo by Vinde Wells
Howie Herman, Mt. Morris, was enjoying a brisk business at the booth of collectibles he was sharing with Kris Brunner, Stockton.
“It’s been a good show,” he said. “It was packed this morning and it’s been steady all day.” He said the shoppers
seemed interested in primitives and in finding bargains. “I’ve seen people walk by with old windows, chests,
and old jars,” Herman said. Marla Buskohl, Polo, was also pleased with the number Turn to A3
Snowshoeing hike offers some scenic winter views By Chris Johnson Reporter
Pirate Discovery Jaiden Schneiderman, Ella Ingram, and Aspen McGlynn show off their pirate hats and hooks Feb. 5 at Discovery Night at German Valley Grade School. The event was sponsored by the PTO. Photo by Barb Wells
Hiking through one of the many trails at the state parks in Ogle County may seem like a difficult task in the winter months. However, thanks to snowshoes, the trails open up a unique landscape. “It was beautiful,” said Julie Cheatham, Polo, after finishing a hike through Castle Rock State Park on Saturday morning. Feb. 7. Cheatham was one of 10 people taking part in a snowshoeing event through the Oregon Park District. Snowshoeing is an activity that anyone who can walk can accomplish, said organizer Candice Holbrook. “The thing about snowshoeing is you do not have the ability to get out of control,” said Holbrook, who is the park district’s recreation program manager. “In cross country skiing you have the possibility of flipping. You will never get out of control while
snowshoeing.” “You are not going to be like ahhhh, there is a tree, I am going to hit it,” said Julie, who was on her third snowshoeing hike. Hikers were shown how to strap on snowshoes and prepare trekking poles at Nash Recreation Center before heading to the park. Once at the park, Holbrook had everyone in
the group practice walking in snowshoes before heading out onto the trail. “I want to get people to enjoy being outdoors,” said Holbrook. “Having people fall in love with snowshoeing and being outdoors in the winter is fun.” Throughout the hike Holbrook encouraged the Turn to A3
Semi driver ticketed after crash near Polo Two truck drivers escaped serious injury Feb. 6 in a crash approximately three miles west of Polo. Ogle County Sheriff’s Police said a semi tractortrailer combination vehicle driven by Reuben Smith, 52, Chicago, failed to yield the right-of-way to a Dodge Ram 3500 pulling a loaded 30-foot gooseneck trailer, driven by David Knapp,
57, Saginaw, Minn., at the intersection of U.S. 52 and Freeport Road. According to the crash report, Smith was northbound on Freeport Road, attempting to turn left onto U.S. 52 when his vehicle struck Knapp’s, which was westbound on U.S. 52. The crash occurred at 12:09 p.m. The collision caused Knapp’s truck and trailer to
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slide and roll over onto the passenger side, blocking both lanes of U.S. 52 at the intersection. The semi partially blocked Freeport Road. Smith was transported to CGH Medical Center, Sterling, by Milledgeville ambulance. He was checked over and released. Knapp was taken by Polo ambulance to KSB Hospital,
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Dixon. His dog was taken to the Polo Animal Hospital, where it was checked over and kept until Knapp was later released from the hospital. Smith was issued citations for failure to yield at an intersection and for being over length on a non-truck route roadway. The Polo Fire Department assisted at the scene.
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Candice Holbrook, Oregon Park District recreation program manager, leads a group of 10 on a snowshoeing trip through Castle Rock on Feb. 7. Photo by Chris Johnson
Sheriff’s Arrests, B6 Social News, A4 Sports, A11, B1, B2 State’s Attorney, B3 Zoning Permits, B7
Deaths, B5 Arthur W. Dietze, Albert L. Horrell, Donald L. Miller, Phyllis Ruter, Alice M. Shetler, Bradley A. Thomas
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Ash Wednesday services will be held on Feb. 18
School District Activities
First United Methodist Church, Forreston, will hold three Ash Wednesday services on Wednesday, Feb. 18. These prayer services will include
Holy Communion and imposition of ashes. The times are as follows 7 a.m., noon, and 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to come and share in the
beginning of the season of Lent. The church will be open all day and ashes will be out for those who are unable to attend one of the three services.
Soup luncheon will be Township road commissioners and village street superintendents were honored at the Forrestville Valley School District’s bus driver appreciation breakfast Feb. 5 for keeping the roads and streets in the district in good shape. Pictured left to right are: Mike Nagle, Ridott, Stuart Meyers, Maryland, Bob Bowers, Forreston, Anthony Peterson, Leaf River, Ron Schumaker, Brookville, and Brian Ross, Village of German Valley. Missing from the picture were: Alan Cruthis, Village of Forreston, Steve Christensen, Village of Leaf River, Jeff Hagemann, Silver Creek, Ray Kloepping, Florence, Mark Bocker, Lincoln, Joel Lawrence, Mt. Morris, and Ron Gibson, Byron. Photo by Kathie Conerton
held at Bertolet Building The Leaf River Summer Daze committee host its annual soup and sandwich luncheon on Sunday, Feb.15 at the Bertolet Building, 103 W. Second St., Leaf River, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The menu will include chicken noodle or potato
soup, ham or turkey sandwiches, dessert, lemonade and water. The cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children. Carry outs are available. The 2015 Leaf River Daze festival will be June 5 - 7. The festival committee is
looking for volunteers and new ideas for the event. Suggestions for a theme for the festival are also being sought. They can be e-mailed to lrsummerdaze@gmail. com or call Dave Borgmann at 815-994-2950.
Valentine Bake Sale is Friday The Annual Valentine Bake Sale sponsored by the Women of St. James Lutheran Church, rural Forreston, will be Friday, Feb. 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 2
p.m. at the Forreston Bank. The bake sale will offer many valentine treats including pies, cookies, cakes, candies, breads, and snack items.
The proceeds from the sale will benefit a number of charitable projects the Women of St. James are involved in, locally and around the world.
Leaf River Lions will serve breakfast on February 21 The Forreston High School Servant Leadership held a spaghetti benefit, silent auction and bake sale for Kelli Kappes, who is battling breast cancer, on Jan. 24, during the boys’ basketball game. The Servant Leaders were able to present her with a check for $3,447 to help with medical bills. Pictured left to right with Kappes and her two children are Servant Leaders Courtney Wolf, Naeva Groenewold, Anna Krecklow, Mitchell Bratina, Ellie Lenkaitis, Patricia Eilders, MacKenzie Heinz, August Ratledge, Josie Pasch, and Jessica Anderson. Photo by Kathie Conerton
The Forrestville Valley School District observed Bus and Van Driver Appreciation Week Feb. 2-6, including a breakfast in the FJSHS cafeteria on Feb. 5. Drivers and staff pictured in the back row left to right are: Keith Reemtsma, Glenn Wichman, Clif Schoonhoven, Bob Fager, Ken Zipse, superintendent Sheri Smith. Front row: transportation secretary Donna Andrews, Diane Henneman, Jean Noonkesser, Don Lowman, transportation coordinator Jim Hillman. Missing were Stacy Miller, Mike Gaston, Laura Hillman, Chet Strehlow, Jeff Wubbena, Joy Brown. Photo by Kathie Conerton
The Leaf River Lions will serve bacon, eggs and hash browns for breakfast on Saturday Feb. 21 from 7 to 10 a.m. the Bertolet Memorial Building. The cost is $4 for children
ages 5 years to 12 years, and $6 for adults “one time through.� An “all you can eat� breakfast cost is $7. Children age 4 and younger eat free. The menu will also include
toast, applesauce, orange juice, milk, and coffee. Proceeds from the breakfasts will assist the Lions with many local projects as well as vision and hearing assistance.
School Lunch Menus German Valley Grade School Monday: No School. Presidents Day Tuesday: Chicken nuggets, corn, mixed fruit. Wednesday, Taco chili, corn bread, pears. Thursday: Mini corn dogs, veg. casserole, applesauce. Friday: Fish sandwich, broccoli, peaches. Forreston Grade School Monday: No School, Presidents Day. Tuesday: Chicken nuggets, tomatoes w/dip, mixed fruit, whole grain dinner roll. Wednesday: Vegetable soup, toasted cheese sandwich, pineapple, whole grain crackers.
Thursday: Sliced ham on whole grain bun, potato chips, peaches. Friday: Breadsticks w/ sauce, green beans, fresh apple, cookie. Forreston Jr. & Sr. High School Monday: No school. Presidents’Day. Tuesday: Pizza, tossed salad, carrots, peaches. Ala carte: Soup/sandwich. Wednesday: Chicken
strawhats, refried beans, corn/lettuce/cheese, pears. Ala carte: Ham/potatoes. Thursday: Pork tenderloin w/bun, mac and cheese wedge, peas, applesauce. Friday: Cheesy chicken and rice, tossed salad, broccoli, Mandarin oranges. Ala carte: Nachos. Menus are subject to change without notice. Chocolate and white milk are served with each meal.
Weather Forecast Snowstorm on Feb. 1 was 13 1/2 inches. Temperatures normal to a little warmer than normal, then turning cooler into March. Drier than normal into 18th, then turning wetter than normal. Best chances for storms are 12-13, 15-16 and 18-19. Winds normal.
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More snowshoeing hikes are planned group to spread out and enjoy the trail to avoid looking at the “backside of the person in front of you the entire hike.” About halfway through the hike the group came across an overlook that offered an uninterrupted view of the surroundings. Except for deer tracks through the snow, the scene was filled with snow covered trees and a blanket of snow covering the ground. “It was a very nice view,” said Craig Cheatham. Just down the hill the hiking trail split into two paths. Group members could choose to finish the short hike, or turn right to add another two miles to the trip. By a vote, the group was split as to which path to take. Carissa Hallam, who was helping with the hike, volunteered to lead half the group on the extended hike.
A few minutes later the groups were calling through the forest back and forth before finally being too far away to see each other. The hike continued for the first group until they reached a park road. “Last year I remembered when I was by the road and thought we were done,” said Julie. “There is still a final hill. The uphill hike at the end is hard.” This year she knew there was still more trail to go and did not hesitate to keep going up the trail. After conquering the final hill, just a leisurely downhill walk remained to get back to the parking lot. Anyone interested in learning how to snowshoe can contact the Oregon Park District at 815-732-3101 or visit www.oregonpark.org. Four more snowshoeing events are scheduled this winter — White Pines State
One of the views seen on the snowshoeing trip through Castle Rock. Photo by Chris Johnson
Park on Feb. 21, LowdenMiller State Forest on Feb. 28, Lowden State Park on March 7, and Castle Rock State Park on March 14. The cost is $6 for park district residents and $7 for non residents. Snowshoeing equipment and transportation to the park are provided and preregistration is required.
Strawberry sale begins Friday through FFA Remember those fresh strawberries last year from the Forreston FFA? They’re back this week and better than ever. The Forreston FFA Chapter will sell fresh strawberries from Friday, Feb. 13 until Monday, Feb. 23. Prices this year have remained the same as last
year. Flats of eight quarts are $27 and quarts are $4 each. To order, contact any Forreston FFA member, Forreston FFA Alumni member, or call Forreston High School at 815-9382175. Funds generated are used to support various FFA activities. For more information,
email FFA advisor Robert Nelson at rnelson@ Julie Cheatham, and Craig Cheatham, Polo, were at the front of the group Saturday fvdistrict221.org. morning during a snowshoeing hike through Castle Rock. Photo by Chris Johnson
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Event draws a crowd From A1 of people who came to shop. “I’ve had good sales, especially this morning,” she said. Across the room, Donna Rittenhouse, Mt. Morris, and her daughter Tammy Provo, agreed. “It’s been busy,” Provo said. “A lot of people have been going through.” “It’s a good day to visit with old friends,” Rittenhouse said. The proceeds from the event will be split three ways, White said, between
the Moose Lodge, the Let Freedom Ring Committee, and the Mt. Morris Firemen’s Association for restoration of its 1930 fire engine.
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Card party to aid Winning Wheels The Oregon Woman’s Club Winning Wheels card party will be held on Friday, Feb. 20 at the Oregon VFW on West Washington Street. Registration will begin at
12:30 p.m. with desert at 1 p.m., followed by card and game playing time. Drawings for door prizes will be held around 3 p.m. The cost is $5 per person,
which all goes to Winning Wheels. To make reservations for the afternoon call Sandie Chasm at 815-973-5814 or Fran Strouse 815-732-2560.
Area students in winter concert Three area students participated in the winter concert at Augustana College, Rock Island, on Saturday, Feb. 7. Local students who
Students of the Month Chana Eduction Center recently honored its Students of the Month. Above, left to right, October Students of the Month pictured with Principal Terry Camplain are: Ian Holland-Fry (high school), Payton Wohlford (junior high), and Steven Quinonez (elementary). Not pictured: Saul Sarmiento. Below, November Students of the Month pictured with Camplain are: Devin Phillips (junior high), Tasha Bozek (elementary), and Evan Janco (challenge). Not pictured: Sara Miller (high school). Photos supplied
Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must have chosen an academic field of study in fine art, writing or women’s studies. Applications without an identified major will not be considered. The winner will be notified
Augustana, Kammarkor, Wennerberg Men’s Chorus and Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble. The Webster Competition winners were also featured.
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Tri-County Opportunities Council will award at least 12 scholarships to incomeeligible students residing in the agency’s service area. The scholarships are worth up to $1,250 and have been made available by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Development through its Community Services Block Grant funds. To be eligible for the scholarship competition: The applicant must be a member of an incomeeligible household. The applicants must be attending an Illinois accredited post-secondary educational institution of higher learning during the fall of 2015. An applicant must be a resident of Bureau, Carroll, LaSalle, Lee, Marshall, Ogle, no later than April 15. A full application can Putnam, Stark or Whiteside be found online at www. County in Illinois. Students must be womanspace-rockford.org or requested via phone at 815877-0118. Applications can also be picked up in person Caroline Marie at Womanspace, 3333 Maria Linden Dr., Rockford. Kalnins Matt and Lynn Kalnins, Chana, announce the birth of their daughter, Caroline Marie Kalnins, on Jan. 2, 2015 at KSB Hospital, Dixon. both of Rochelle. She weighed eight pounds, two ounces, and was 21 Feb. 5 Austin J. Gillis and Angela inches long. She is welcomed home by L. Bosnak, both of Rochelle. Richard L. Prather, a sister, Abigail, 4. Maternal grandparents are Rochelle, and Connie J. Mike and Sue Burke, Chana. Housley, Rock Falls. Paternal grandparents are Al and Sandy Nordman,
Deadline is April 1 to apply for Womanspace scholarship Womanspace, Rockford, is offering a $1,000 college scholarship to one area student. The deadline to apply is April 1. Applicants must be a senior at a private or public high school in Boone, Ogle, or Winnebago County, and a resident within one of the three counties.
performed included Nathaniel Hall, Oregon; Emilie Antolik, Rochelle; and Ashley Wolfe, Dixon. Participating choirs included Cantilena
considered full-time, with a minimum of 12 semester hours to qualify for the full $1,250 scholarship. The application deadline is
Friday, April 17. For more information call the office at 800-323-5434, ext. 15, or go to the website at www.tcochelps.org.
Marian Bollman, Dixon, will celebrate her 100th birthday with an open house on Saturday, Feb. 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Liberty Court Living Center, 124 Liberty Court, Dixon. All friends and relatives are invited to join in the celebration. Marian Swartz was born March 1, 1915, and was married for 62 years to the late Wilbur Bollman. She has three children, one deceased, 13 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren.
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Birth Announcement Oregon. Maternal great-grandma is Vivian Burke, Dixon. Paternal great-
grandparents are Elmars and Marion Kalnins, Mt. Morris, and Bob and Betty Nordman, Cortland.
Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley issued the following marriage licenses. Jan. 30 Justin A. Ankney and Randi C.Y. Kuhn, both of Chana. Mark G. Schabacker and
Susan M. Myroth, both of Rochelle. Timothy E. Rogers, Dixon, and Kim R. Nikolay, Marshfield, Wis. Feb. 3 Israel Orosco-Tenorio and Maria Argueta-Hernandez,
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College News Robert Cornelius Robert Cornelius, Forreston, was named to the fall dean’s list at Aurora
University, Aurora. The dean’s list recognizes students who have earned a 3.6 GPA or higher.
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Krista Greene Krista Greene, Oregon, was named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at Carroll University, Waukesha, Wis. To be named to the dean’s list, students must have a GPA for the semester of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
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Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris Pastor Dwight Stewart Phone 815-734-4853 Worship 9:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m.
BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Alan Cassel 815-232-6222 www. EAST JORDAN UNITED baileyvillebaptistchurch.org METHODIST CHURCH Sunday 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for Dave Jungnickel, Pastor all ages 815-626-0104 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 9 a.m. Fellowship 12:30 p.m. Afternoon Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday 10:45 a.m. Worship 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study EAST OREGON CHAPEL BAILEYVILLE CHURCH OF GOD REFORMED CHURCH 107 N. Daysville Rd. 400 W. Center St. East Edge of Oregon Baileyville Off Ill. 64 Pastor Bruce Otto Pastor John Guthrie 815-235-1201 815-732-2960 or 9 a.m. Sunday School 815-732-6569 10 a.m. Morning Worship Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Church 10:30 a.m. BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH EBENEZER REFORMED 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon CHURCH 815-864-2581 2997 N. German Church Rd. Traditional Worship 9 a.m. Two miles east of Oregon on Education Hour 10 a.m. Ill. 64, then three miles north. Contemporary Worship 11 Pastor Brion Brooks a.m. Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 BROOKVILLE and Director of Ministries ELKHORN UNITED for Youth and Christian METHODIST CHURCHES Education Brookville: Adult Sunday David Bordy School 9:30 a.m. 9 a.m. Sunday School Worship 10:30 a.m. 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 17725 W. Chamber St. Roots Youth Ministry— in Brookville Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m. Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m. Kids Clubs & Men’s & Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Women’s Bible Study— Corner of Wilson Mill & Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m. Brick Church Roads EMMANUEL CHANA UNITED EVANGELICAL METHODIST CHURCH LUTHERAN CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana 61015 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon Pastor Javier Martinez (Payne’s Point) 815-732-7683 Pastor Andrew Kayes chanaumc@gmail.com Office: 815-732-2424 Adult & Children’s Education Worship Service 9 a.m. 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrated EVANGELICAL FREE the First Sunday of Each Month CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS CHRIST OUR SAVIOR 102 S. Seminary St. LUTHERAN CHURCH Mt. Morris 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon Senior Pastor 815-284-4554 Bruce McKanna Pastor David Andermann Associate Pastor 815-632-6767 Lance Mennen 9 a.m. Worship Service 815-734-4942 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Thursday, Feb. 12—9:30 Thursday, Feb. 12—10 a.m. a.m. MOM’S Group; 1 p.m. Bible Class Ladies Bible Study Sunday, Feb. 15—9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14—7 a.m. Worship with Communion; Men’s Accountability Group 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Sunday, Feb. 15—8:30 Monday, Feb. 16— a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Newsletter Deadline InnerMission; 10 a.m. Worship Service CHURCH OF THE Tuesday, Feb. 17—9 a.m. OPEN BIBLE Ladies Prayer Circle 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Wednesday, Feb. 18—6 a.m. Monte J. Cox, Pastor Dixon Men’s Prayer Meeting 815-946-2848 Log onto our website at Sunday Worship 10 a.m. http://www.efcmm.org to check (June, July, August 9:30 a.m.) out our latest opportunities and We include children in our updates Sunday Worship experience “Kids are People, too� FAITH DISCOVERY Ages 3-10 are dismissed right CHURCH after Praise & Worship. 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Casual, Contemporary, Jeremy Heller, Pastor Non-Traditional 815-946-3588 Passion for God 9 a.m. Sunday School Compassion for People 10 a.m. Worship Service Visit Our Website: Nursery Available PoloOpenBible.org We are an independent nondenominational Christian CROSSROADS church. COMMUNITY CHURCH, Visitors are always welcome. WHITE PINES CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo FAITH EVANGELICAL Saturdays at 6 p.m. LUTHERAN CHURCH Sundays at 10 a.m. 402 Second Ave., Forreston 815-837-5255 Pastor Scott Ralston whitepines@crossroadscn.com Church 815-938-3203 Campus Pastor “ A Church with a Heart — Chad Keeteman ext. 302 In the Heart of Forreston� Youth Pastor 9 a.m. Sunday Worship Jose Garcia ext. 303 Thursday, Feb. 12—6 p.m. We offer contemporary worship Bible Study and relevant Bible teaching Sunday, Feb. 15—9 a.m. through Worship with Holy Communion; engaging messages, and 10 a.m. Sunday School powerful video Wednesday, Feb. 18—7 p.m. Join us after the service in our Choir for coffee, snack & fellowship Thursday, Feb. 19—6 p.m. Kidzlink Children’s Ministry Bible Study (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services
FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith Handicapped Accessible 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Rev. Derek Rogers 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 800-335-5065 815-732-2642 Rev. Jerry Clark “A Christ-centered, Biblebelieving, family-oriented ministry.� Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Prayer Meeting, Wednesday 7 p.m.; transportation and nursery provided for all services. FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 609 S. 10th St., Oregon 815-732-2359 Grail Storm, Minister 815-732-7411 Worship Service—10 a.m. If you haven’t found a church home, we invite you to First Christian Church in Oregon, where we accept one another just as Christ accepted us. Come as you are. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com Handicapped Accessible Worship 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor David Poust 815-938-2380 Sunday, Feb. 15—9 a.m. Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; 5 p.m. Sunday School Movie, Game & Supper Night Monday, Feb. 16—8 a.m. AA Open Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee at The Depot Tuesday, Feb. 17—9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sewing Day Wednesday, Feb. 18—7 a.m. Prayer Service; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sewing Day; 12 p.m. Prayer Service; 6:30 p.m. Prayer Service FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2649 W. Florence Rd., Freeport Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Presbyterian Church in America Pastor Jeremy Cheezum 815-938-3605 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Pioneer Club Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult Study; 7:45 p.m. Choir FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH 501 Third Ave. Tim Fry, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School FREEDOM LUTHERAN WORSHIPPING COMMUNITY, ELCA Pastor Jeff Schlesinger 815-222-7270 Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Dining Hall 1834 S. IL Rt. 2 (a mile south of Oregon) Welcome Center 111 S. Fourth St., Oregon GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. German Valley Pastor Jake Ritzema
815-362-6601 Sunday School for All Ages 9 a.m. Worship Service 10 a.m. GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church and Main Streets Matt Smith, Pastor 8:30 a.m. Worship Service LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Randy Newton 815-738-2205 Email leafriverbc@gmail. com Sunday Praise and Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sunday School 11 a.m. Wednesday Prayer/Bible Studies 6 p.m. Prayer Chain 738-2205 Wednesday—Various Activities 6:30-8:30 p.m.
OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Barb Good 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Fellowship 10 a.m. Sunday School & LEAF RIVER UNITED Confirmation 10:15 a.m. METHODIST CHURCH Activities during the Week: 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Sunday, Feb. 15—7:30 p.m. Pastor David Poust Youth at Feed My Starving Sunday, Feb. 15—10:30 a.m. Children Worship Service & Children’s Monday, Feb. 16—10 a.m. Church Women’s Bible Study Wednesday, Feb. 18—10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17—6:30 p.m. UMW Meeting Den Meeting Wednesday, Feb. 18—5:30 LIGHTHOUSE UNITED p.m. Wednesday Night AliveMETHODIST CHURCH 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Soup & Salad; 6:30 p.m. Ash Wednesday Worship; 7:30 p.m. Pastor Javier Martinez Adult Choir Handicapped Accessible Thursday, Feb. 19— Worship Service 9 a.m. Newsletter Deadline; 6:30 p.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. SPRC Age Three through Sixth Grade. PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN Everyone is Welcome CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. MT. MORRIS CHURCH Pastor Gregg Downs OF THE BRETHREN 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 409 W. Brayton Road a.m. Worship Service P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 POLO CHURCH OF THE Pastor Ginny Haney BRETHREN Phone: 815-734-4573 Office hours Monday - Friday Congress Ave. & Webster St. (The church is handicapped 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon accessible) Friday, Feb. 13—9 a.m. Pastor Leslie Lake Women’s Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Family Worship Sunday, Feb. 15—8:15 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. Sunday School Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School for PRAIRIE DELL All Ages Tuesday, Feb. 17—8:45 a.m. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Bible Study; Quilting Shannon Wednesday, Feb. 18—7:15 Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP p.m. Chimes Rehearsal 815-864-2448 9 a.m. Sunday School NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY 10 a.m. Worship OF GOD 11:15 a.m. Fellowship 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon Pastor David Demmer REVIVE COMMUNITY 815-732-7404 CHURCH 10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris Service follow@revivemtm.com 815-994-0428 NORTH GROVE Southern Baptist EVANGELICAL CHURCH Saturday Night Service 10384 W. Coffman Rd., 5:30 p.m. Forreston Celebrate Recovery Pastor Tim Hotchkiss 6-8 p.m. Monday Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL Saturday, Feb. 14—9-11:30 CHURCH a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop 1000 Ill. 64 West Open at New Life Community Oregon Center Rev. Joyce Beaulieu Sunday, Feb. 15—9 a.m. Interim Priest Sunday School; 10:05 a.m. 815-732-7211 or Worship Service 815-732-3328 Tuesday, Feb. 17—9-11:30 www.saintbrides.org a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Email:saintbrides@verizon. Open at New Life Community net Center Services Sunday-Holy Communion-8 OREGON and 10 a.m. CHURCH OF GOD Wednesday Healing 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Service-6 p.m. Pastor Michael Hoffman Classes 815-732-6847 Children’s Sunday School-9 You and your family are a.m. invited to join us in worship Adult Sunday School-9 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 15 at 10:30 (2nd & 4th Sunday) a.m. St. Bride’s follows traditional Pastor Hoffman will Anglican-Episcopal church present the second sermon practices; is biblically based in a series called Marriage and both family and individual Matters. oriented. The message is titled “His Visitors are always welcomed.
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ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919 Sunday Sunday School 9 a.m. Social Time 10 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest 3 p.m. Reconciliation Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 1st & 2nd Wednesdays 6 p.m. Adult Bible Study 1st Wednesday 8:30 a.m. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon Pastor Richard Tomlinson 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: Worship Services 8:30 & 11 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m. Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Rev. Michael Bolger 815-864-2548 Masses—Saturday 4:30 p.m., Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. Confessions-Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 7:30 a.m. TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Friday, Feb. 13—8 a.m. Bulletin Assembly & Coffee Saturday, Feb. 14—8 a.m. Breakfast Club at Garden View Restaurant; 5:30 p.m. Worship Service; 2nd Saturday Supper After Worship Sunday, Feb. 15—8:45 a.m. Worship Service; 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; Fellowship Time Between Services; 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Tuesday, Feb. 17—1:15 p.m. Communion at Pinecrest Manor & Terrace Wednesday, Feb. 18—7 p.m. Ash Wednesday Worship Service WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 Sunday School—9:30 a.m. Worship—10:35 a.m.
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27th annual toy show is being held at Forreston The Forreston FFA Alumni will hold its 27th Annual Toy Show and Craft Fair on Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Forreston Junior and Senior High School. The Toy Show will be in the Forreston High School gym. The Craft Fair will be in the Forreston Junior High School gym and cafeteria. The Toy Show features toy tractors, farm equipment, memorabilia, and
collectibles. Proceeds will support the Forreston High School agriculture and FFA programs. The event features more than 100 tables of vendors from all over the Midwest. The Forreston FFA Alumni will also have Oliver 1750 toy tractors for sale. The Craft Fair will have a large number of vendors offering crafts, food, candles, and other items. Forreston FFA Alumni will have a raffle for $200
and $100 gift certificates at Eickman’s Processing, Seward. Lunch will also be available from the FFA Alumni. For more information log on to www. forrestonffaalumni.org, or e-mail FFA Advisor Robert Nelson at rnelson@ fvdistrict221.org. Call Rick Garnhart for the Toy Show at 815-238-3044 or Cathy Kohlbauer for the Craft Fair at 815-275-6710.
Leaf River alumni will play in old timers game The 41st annual Leaf River High School Old Timers Volleyball and Brycen and Breelyn Schneiderman use the metal detector to find lost treasure Feb. Basketball Games will he 5 at Discovery Night at German Valley Grade School. The event was sponsored held on Saturday, March 7 at by the PTO. Photo by Barb Wells the River Valley Complex, Leaf River. The doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and a sandwich supper will be served from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The Ogle County screening is to identify any Department on Wednesday, A $4 donation will be Educational Coop and local child who may qualify for March 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 school districts are offering the school district’s Early p.m. or Thursday, March 19 free pre-school screenings for Childhood or Pre-K Program. from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. children. Screening dates, locations A Spanish translator will be Any child between the ages and contact information are: available both days. of 2.6 years and 5 years old Polo School District: Call Oregon School District: is invited to participate in the Centennial School at 815- Call Oregon Elementary screening. 946-3811 for an appointment. School at 815-732-5300 for The Byron Forest Preserve Parents are encouraged Screenings will be at St. an appointment. District will hold the second to make an appointment for Mark’s Lutheran Church, Screenings will be at of its new Winter Lecture their children. 201 N. Division in Polo on Trinity Lutheran Church, Series this Sunday, Feb. 15 The screening is an Monday, March 9 from 8:30 308 E. Brayton, Mt. Morris at 2 p.m. at the Jarrett assessment of the child’s a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11 Prairie Center, 7993 N. River readiness skills in the Meridian School District: from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Rd., Byron. following areas: concepts, Call Highland Elementary Additional screenings will be The program Meteors language and motor. Vision School at 815-645-8188 for at United Methodist Church, and Their Impact on Earth and hearing screenings are an appointment. 200 S. Fourth St., Oregon on will be presented by Walter also provided. Screenings will be at Monday, March 23 from 11 Trentadue, president of The purpose of the the Stillman Valley Fire a.m. to 5 p.m. the Galena Astronomical
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accepted for the supper and games. The volleyball game will begin at 5 p.m., the program at 6:30 p.m., and the basketball game at 7 p.m. The Alumni Band will perform. The Class of 1965 will be honored for its 50th year. Members of the honored class will be admitted free.
Set-up for the event is on Friday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m.. All help is welcome. For more information call Ardis Kump at 815938-2195 or 815-938-2312, Janet Cunningham at 815738-2391, Linda Borneman at 815-938-2129, Donna Baumann at 815-946-3243, or Mary Hall at 815-7210532.
Winter lecture at Byron Forest Preserve Sunday Society and instructor of astronomy at Rock Valley College in Rockford and Harper College in Palatine. This lecture will examine the origins and characteristics of meteors and meteorites, and explain the differences. The program will also discuss the striking evidence that life on our planet was directly influenced by
meteors, and explore the possibility that the very same objects that may have brought life to our planet may also take it away. The program is free and open to life long learners from older elementary students to senior adults. Call 815-234 -8535 to register.
Governments can apply for Clean-up Day grants The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department (OCSWMD) is once again offering grants to units of government to help fund Clean-up Days throughout the county. A Clean-Up Day could allow people in the area to dispose of waste tires, appliances, and other types of waste which may not be
picked up by the regular refuse collection service. This could be a one-day event or a special drop-off point where residents could drop off items for a limited time. Cleaning up a section of a river in Ogle County could also be considered. The maximum grant amount is $2,000. Matching funds at the ratio of 50/50
must be provided by the city, village or township. Matching funds can be met partially through paid labor by city or township staff, or by volunteer or “inkind hours.” The application is easy to complete, but the funds are limited, so if interested, apply early. The application must include the estimated
costs of obtaining an adequate number of rolloff dumpsters, disposal at the landfill, personnel and other expenses related to implementing this project. If applicants need help in estimating these costs, call a local refuse hauling company or the OCSWMD. If possible, arrangements should be made for the
separation and recycling of materials collected during the event. Recyclable materials should include scrap metal, white goods (large appliances), tires, plastics, paper, aluminum, and glass, depending on available services and outlets for the materials. Each application will be
reviewed by staff and then referred to the Ogle County Solid Waste Committee of the County Board. Grants will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information or to receive an application visit www.oglecounty.org or call 815-732-4020.
Infectious disease lecture scheduled at Highland The HCC Global Task Force, Boyer Colloquium and Highland Community College, Freeport, will host a lecture and discussion entitled, “Ebola and Other Dangerous, Contagious Diseases” on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. in the Student/
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country and the rest of the world faced an outbreak of ebola, and while these fears have started to die down, concerns remain about possible pandemics. The lecture will allow members of the community to hear from and interact
with an expert in the field of infectious diseases. Geller works with area health departments to identify and address infectious illnesses as quickly as possible, because the best way to fight disease is to prevent it.
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Spellers will compete at the annual regional bee The Lee/Ogle Regional Spelling Bee will be Thursday, Feb. 19, at 10 a.m. at Dixon High School, Dixon. Sponsors are The Telegraph, First National Bank in Amboy, and Lee/ Ogle Regional Office of
Education. Twenty-five Lee/Ogle elementary students in grades 3 through 8 will compete for the regional championship. The winner receives an allexpense paid trip to National Harbor, Md., to compete in the Scripps National Spelling
Bee at the end of May. Prizes include MerriamWebster’s Collegiate Dictionary, Webster’s Third New International Dictionary, Kindle Paperwhite, $100 U.S. savings bond, Encyclopedia Britannica online subscription, and trophies.
Support groups meet at hospice Serenity Hospice and Home will host two meetings in February. First Steps and Beyond... for Survivors...will meet Thursday, Feb. 12 at 11:30 a.m. at Sunrise II Family Restaurant, 101 W. Second St., Byron. First Steps is a meeting of fellowship and sharing for those who have survived the
death of a family member. Each person will be responsible for ordering his or her own lunch from the menu. For reservations or more information, call the Serenity Hospice and Home office at 815-732-4111 by 10 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 12. C.A.F.E . (Coffee and
Friends etc.) will meet Friday, Feb.13, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Serenity Home. This group is open to all adult bereaved persons in the community. Call the Serenity Hospice and Home office at 815-7324111 by 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 12 to register. If no one calls, the group will not meet.
Winning Team The Forreston FFA Chapter won the Section 1 Meats Evaluation Career Development Event held at Eickman’s Processing in Seward Feb. 7. Team members included Jamie Cullor, Lane Bowman, Payton Cuthrell, Haley Cuthrell, and Samantha Lima. Photo supplied
Illinois 4-H Foundation receives a $30,000 donation The Illinois 4-H Foundation has received a donation from Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) Company to fund science learning and exploration for Illinois youth involved in the 4-H I Think Green and 4-H Citizen Scientist programs. The I Think Green Program engages youth in investigating how living things interact with each other and with their environment. More than 1,350 youth were involved in one or more
of the three I Think Green curriculums: worms, insects and butterflies. With additional funding, the program will add two new curriculums this year: nature detectives and carnivorous plants. “The program helps youth develop skills in scientific observation while it increases their understanding of how living things function, adapt, change and interact within the environment,” said Bill Million, University of Illinois
Extension Specialist, 4-H Youth Development. “The program reinforces the importance that small things play in the web of life; and that youth can do small things to help protect the environment.” The 4-H Citizen Scientist program provides junior and senior high youth opportunities to extend learning beyond current 4-H project work into the world of hands-on research. As a citizen scientist, 4-H members observe and record
information from a stream site close to their home community. The members collect data from samples taken at their site and contribute their data to the growing field of scientific research related to water quality. Trainings are conducted in cooperation with Illinois RiverWatch. Once trained, each team of citizen scientists receives a complete toolkit to help them monitor water quality of
Illinois’ wadeable streams. Since its beginning, 82 youth and adults from 11 counties have been certified in Illinois RiverWatch. As an Illinois 4-H Project Partner, a portion of ADM’s $30,000 donation also supports Illinois 4-H teen leadership programs. The donation was given through ADM Cares. ADM Cares is a social investment program that directs funds to initiatives and organizations that drive meaningful social,
economic and environmental progress worldwide. The program comprises three distinct focus areas: supporting the responsible development of agriculture, improving the quality of life in ADM communities and fostering employee giving and volunteer activities. Since 1954, the Illinois 4-H Foundation has raised funds from individuals, corporations and organizations to supplement state and county 4-H programs.
Former Oregon HS ag teacher now at Highland The Highland Community College (HCC) has seen several changes to the Agriculture Department. These changes began when Justin Ebert, Oregon was hired as the new, fulltime Agriculture Instructor. Ebert has spent the past 14 years as a high school Agriculture Instructor and FFA Advisor. Most of those 14 years was spent at Oregon High School in Ogle County. When he is not in the classroom, Ebert spends his time raising four children with his wife Amy and tending to a small cow-calf herd with his family. Another change at HCC was the creation of the Highland Agriculture Club. This student organization is open to any HCC student with interest in agriculture. The club gives students the opportunity to meet people with similar interests and develop skills to be successful beyond college. Students involved in the Agriculture Club also participate in the PostSecondary Agriculture Students (PAS) Organization. This national organization allows students to test their knowledge in agriculture topic areas, and work on
job interview and resume building activities. This past fall the Highland Agriculture Club took 11 students to Bloomington to compete in the Fall Illinois PAS Conference. The following students participated in various events including Crop Specialist – Ben Patterson and Marshall Fink, both of Lanark; Beef Specialist – Justin Lott and Tyler Thomas, both of Pearl City; and Courtney Swalve, Chadwick Other events were Livestock Specialist – Luke Jeffery and Hunter Asche, both of Orangeville; Chase Stoddard, Byron; Public Speaking – Chris Cummins, Pearl City; Karissa Corbin, Oregon; and Agriculture Education – Michelle Spittler, Forreston. This month the club will attend the Annual PAS Conference at John Wood Community College and compete in other career specific areas. The Highland Agriculture Club is also exploring ways to engage with the community through high school visits and fundraising opportunities. In the classroom, students learned Agriculture Economics, Agriculture
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Highland Community College students attended the Fall PAS Conference in Bloomington. Pictured left to right are: Courtney Swalve, Chris Cummins, Hunter Asche, Tyler Thomas, Justin Lott, Chase Stoddard, Karissa Corbin, Luke Jeffery, Michelle Spittler, and Justin Ebert advisor. Missing from photo were Marshall Fink and Ben Patterson. Photo supplied
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Polo Library All programs are free unless otherwise noted, and accessible. Special thanks to Betty Obendorf for presenting Polo’s Role in the Underground Railroad. It was well researched, organized and most informative. Betty has a great deal of knowledge about Polo. Thanks also to the Polo Historical Society. Book Sale Many thanks to everyone who supports the Book Lovers’ Book and Baked Goods Sale. Patrons’ support is appreciated for all library programs. Book Discussion Groups Monday, Feb. 23, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the library. Book Selection: A Wrinkle in Time, by Madeline L’Engel. Friday, Feb. 27, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Polo Senior Center. Book Selection: The
Soup’s On, Crockpot Cooking Tuesday, Feb. 24, 5:30 p.m. Registration Required Marilyn Csernus, University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator, is teaching this class. She will present some tasty ideas. New On the Magazine Rack Thanks to an anonymous donor, the library now has a subscription to Air & Space magazine. Exam Proctoring Exam proctoring is one of the many services offered. For details, inquire at the circulation desk. Read Down Your Fines Children can now read down their fines. For every 15 minutes spent reading at the library, $1 will be deducted from any fines. Ask the staff for details.
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Children’s Programs Story Time with Miss Randi Tuesdays, 1 to 2 p.m. Come listen, learn, and have fun. It’s also a way for caregivers to meet other caregivers. Feb. 24 - Bath Time; March 3 - Bed Time; March 10 - Wind and Rain; March 17 - St. Patrick’s Day Middle School Gaming Day Saturday, Feb. 28. 1 to 2
p.m. Play video and board games or just hang out. Pizza and pop will be served. The first 20 students to register and stay the entire time will receive a $5 gift card to Polo Sub Shop. Also, a drawing will be held for six-packs of pop. LEGO Club Saturday, March 14, 1 to 2 p.m. Ages 6-12 Kids spend an hour
building things and friendships, too. Bring a bucket of LEGOs or use ours. Coming in March Movie and a snack Wednesday, March 18, 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. It’s early dismissal day. Come for a movie matinee and invite friends. Watch for clues about the movie title. Pajamas and Popcorn Thursday, March 26, 5:45
to 6:45 p.m. It’s family storytime. Watch for details. The library is located at 302 Mason St. A lift is available for all activities on the lower level. Phone: 815-946-2713 — www.pololibrary.org Hours: Monday through Thursday,10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Polo Senior Center By Barb Burke Director Polo Senior Center Old man winter has been kind to us, only a couple of days of bad weather so far. Please remember if the Polo School District closes for bad weather your Senior Center is also closed, but we do not follow the same holiday schedule as the school. If you have never attended Game Night at the Senior Center, February would be a good time to join in the fun. You do not have to know how to play the games, we will teach you. At this time we are playing Phase 10, Euchre and Hand & Foot. More details are listed below. Everyone is invited. Wanted: Card players for 500, and Mexican Train Players. We play 500 every Wednesday at 12 p.m. and Mexican Train every Thursday at 12 p.m. Every Wednesday we have popcorn and on Fridays we serve cinnamon rolls. Come in and visit with your friends. Medicare Assistance: Darlene Shafer is a Certified Medicare Specialist. She is available to help with help with any questions regarding Medicare needs. Anyone who is 65, or will turn 65 is welcome to call and find out what options are available. This service is for anyone, not just senior center members. Call to make a free, confidential appointment at 815-946-3818. AARP Tax-Aide Counselors It tax time again. AARP tax-aide counselors will be at the Polo Senior Center Friday, March 6; Friday, March 13; and Friday, March 20 if appointments are still
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needed. Tax assistance is offered at no cost. Everyone needing assistance must call the senior center to make an appointment. Walk-ins are not accepted. Be sure to have all documents available before the appointment. In addition to the usual W-2 and 1099 forms, a new tax form 1095-A, B or C (Affordable Health Care Statements) will be sent to taxpayers who purchased health care coverage through the Illinois Marketplace. Watch for health care insurance information on W-2, SSA-1099, or the new 1095 forms. Representatives will not be able to complete tax returns for anyone who has a business, farm, partnership, or rental property. They are also not able to file a return from another state, but will file a return if it is winnings from gambling in another state. Tax payers are reminded to bring a copy of last year’s returns, Social Security cards for the entire household, income statements, and any other official documentation for household members who will file 2014 tax returns. Tax counselors can evaluate forms for each individual situation, even if someone did not file income tax in prior years. Fit for Life Exercise Class Tuesdays and Thursdays are exercise days from 9 to 10 a.m. The “Fit For Life”, has exercises that are low-impact to combine slow movements with music to improve balance, strength, flexibility, and over all physical health. Classes are for men and women of any age. Cher Weegens, Forreston, is the
instructor. Participants should check with their doctor be for taking any type of fitness class. A new payment method is available for “Fit For Life”. Class members can pay $20 for every nine punches on their card. If someone is unable to come, they will not be charged for a missed session. They will not have to pay for the exercise class again until they have used all nine sessions. Every Thursday morning 8 a.m., a group gets together for chair exercise dancing. The group is called “Movinn-Groovin”. Everyone is welcome to come and check out this free class. PASS Potluck Tuesday, Feb. 24: PASS Potluck at 11 a.m. Bring a dish to pass and place service. The speaker this month will be Lucky Larson, Stillman Valley. Larson and his daughter Louie participated in the reality TV show “Get Out Alive” with Bear Grylls, who is a survival specialist, in 2013. Larson and his daughter won the $500,000 prize for their positive attitude, their teamwork, and their outdoor skills. They will answer questions such as: how does someone from Ogle County get on national TV?, What is involved in the application process?, What do fish eyes taste like?, and when they ate the partially incubated duck eggs did they have to eat feathers? They will talk about their experiences throughout the adventure and changes they have seen since returning home. Something Special:
Lucky Larson brought the DVDs of the television series to the senior center. They will be played every Monday and Wednesday morning at 9 a.m., before Larson comes to speak. Those who see the DVDs prior to the PASS potluck might get more out of his presentation. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Us On Friday Feb. 13 at 10 a.m., Valentine’s Day will be celebrated with home-made ice cream with hot fudge topping. Free Blood Pressure Clinic New Time and Date: Julie from Polo Rehab will be here on Friday, Feb. 13 from 9 to 10 a.m. Blood pressure checks will not be the second Wednesday of the month. Line Dancing Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Joanne Baumann is the leader of this fun and lively group. Class is free and is open to members as well non-members. Company “P” Meetings are 10:30 a.m. every Thursday. The group enjoys putting on skits, singing, and dancing. Participants do not have to have a special talent, only a sense of humor. Take Away Bingo Monday, Feb. 16 at 12 p.m. Bring an wrapped item costing no more than $3. Bingo winners can take a wrapped prize or take away the previous winner’s prize. Caregivers Group Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 1:30 p.m. in the Franklin Room. “Caregivers” is a support group that meets monthly, offering a compassionate and informative time for selfrenewal. This is a free and confidential program of community service. It is free
Tri-County Press, Forreston Journal Thursday, February 12, 2015, Page A9 and open to the public. Pastor Terri Wilder is the facilitator. Game Night Friday, Feb. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Come and play Phase 10, Euchre and Hand & Foot. The evening is for adults only. The group will have pizza for dinner. Movie and Free Popcorn Monday, Feb. 23 at 12 p.m. The feature “If I Stay” is a drama about a girl who is involved in a car accident that has devastating consequences for her family. Rated PG Massage Therapist Carol Wright, massage therapist, is back. She will give 10-minute massages on Friday, Fed. 27. Appointments will be scheduled between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. The cost is $7. Payment can be made at the time of the appointment. Book Club Discussion Group Friday, Feb. 27, 1:30 p.m. Polo Senior Center and the Polo Public Library have started a book club. Everyone is welcome to attend. Membership We invite everyone to become a member of the senior center regardless of age. Membership dues help support the center and its activities as well as monthly expenses. Membership categories are listed below. Basic: $15 Enhanced: $25 includes one PASS sponsored meal Supporting: $50 includes one $10 discount on senior center rental. Sustaining: $75 includes one month of exercise classes Combination: $100 includes all of the levels listed above. All members get a discount on day trips. Mail membership dues to
Polo Senior Center, 101 East Mason St., Polo, IL 61064 or stop by and pay in person Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2015 Senior Center Holiday Closings: Memorial Day, Monday, May 25 Fourth of July, Friday, July 3 Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7 Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26 Friday after Thanksgiving, Friday Nov. 27 Christmas Eve Day, Thursday, Dec. 24 Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25 Plan to attend the “Victorian Mourning Customs Program” on Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. This program is open to the public. Sharon Atkins will respectfully and lightheartedly discuss societal customs from 1840 through 1910. Customs include stopping the clocks, covering mirrors, and putting on black “widow’s weeds.” Atkins will be dressed from head to toe in her black mourning garb. She will explain how funerals used to be held in private homes and how they transitioned to funeral homes. Participants are invited to bring examples funeral memorabilia to discuss, as well as clothing and other items that may be related to funerals. Refreshments will be served at the end of the program. Donations for the cost of the program will be accepted. For more information or to register for programs call the senior center at 815-9463818.
live performances, but not karaoke. Polo Town & Country Days will host its annual Valentine’s dinner at the LaBranche on Saturday, Feb. 21 with a cocktail reception and at 7 p.m., a dessert auction. The dinner is the major fundraiser for the fireworks during the festival. Special entertainment will be Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos. Tickets are $35 each and can be purchased at the First State Bank Shannon-
Polo or from any committee member. Only 200 tickets will be sold for this event. For information contact John Miller at 815-973-3507. Here’s what is happening at the Polo Community Schools: Wednesday, Feb. 11: Regionals in Polo, Prophetown vs. winner of Monday night’s game 1 at 6 p.m. and AFC vs. winner of game 2 at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12: Sixth grade girl’s basketball vs. Turn to A10
Polo Chamber Chatter Board of Director member to place and order or call Susie at 815-946-3131. The Polo Community Preschool will hold an open house and early registration on Thursday, Feb. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church. Parents and children can tour the school and sign up for the 2015/16 school year. Polo Rehabilitation and Health Care is sponsoring a Valentine cookie sale for pick up or delivery on Friday, Feb. 13. All proceeds will go to
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Miles Gordon is maps out directions so he can program his robot Feb. 5 at Discovery Night at German Valley Grade School. The event was sponsored by the PTO. Montanna Heinz, Julia Wells and Autumn McGlynn are busy encoding their treasure clues Feb. 5 at Discovery Night at German Valley Grade School. The event was sponsored by the PTO. Photo by Barb Wells Photo by Barb Wells
Polo Chamber Chatter From A9 Byron at Aplington at 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13: High School girl’s basketball regionals in Polo, Championship game at 7 p.m. The Polo Public Library will hold the following events: Tuesdays, Pre-School Storytime from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14: LEGO Club 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14: Book Lovers’ and Baked Goods Sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23: Book Discussion Group at 1:30 p.m. at the library; “A Wrinkle in Time.” Tuesday, Feb. 24: Lifelong Learners’ Series #4, Soup’s On Crockpot Cooking, 5:30 p.m. The program is free and open to all. Reservations are required. Friday, Feb. 27: Book
Discussion Group at 1:30 p.m. at the senior center; “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian.” Saturday, Feb. 28: Middle School Gaming, 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 18: Movie and a snack from 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. Thursday, March 26: Pajamas and popcorn. The Polo Senior Services Center will hold the following events, with everyone welcome to attend: Tuesdays and Thursdays— exercise with Cher from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday—Play “500” at 12 p.m. Every Wednesday PASS offers free popcorn. Thursdays—Company P practice at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays—Play Mexican Train at 12 p.m. Every Friday morning homemade cinnamon rolls are served for a donation.
Friday, Feb. 13: Free blood pressures by Julie from Polo Rehab from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 13: Homemade ice cream and toppings at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16: Showing “Get Out Alive” at 9 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16: Take away Bingo at noon. Tuesday, Feb. 17: PASS Board of Director meeting at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17: Caregivers meet in the Franklin Room at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18: Showing “Get Out Alive” at 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 20: Game Night at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23: Showing “Get Out Alive” at 9 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23: Free movie and popcorn at 12 p.m., “If I Stay.” Tuesday, Feb. 24: Pot Luck, guest speaker Lucky Larson from TV show “Get
Out Alive.” Thursday, Feb. 26: Activity meeting at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 27: Chair Massages by Carol Wright from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27: Book Club at 1:30 p.m. On Thursdays the Polo Rehabilitation and Health Care Center serves community coffee at 9:30 a.m. All are invited to visit with the residents. The 30th Annual Farm Toy Show is Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Polo High School gym. Admission for adults is $2 and children under 12 are free. Boosters will provide lunch and a 50/50 raffle will take place. Go to www. poloil.org under the event calendar to download more information. The Polo Evening Women’s Club will hold a Spring Luncheon and
Chinese Auction on Saturday, March 21 at the Polo Area Senior Services enter from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call Pat at 815-9943175 for tickets. The Stopping Traffic Run will be held on Saturday, April 25 starting at Crossroads Church parking lot. This 5K Run will benefit the work of the A21 Campaign to help stop Human trafficking. Download forms at www.poloil.org under the event calendar. Joe Wilson will be hosting a celebration honoring Chester Puller’s 117th birthday on Saturday, June 27 at 2 p.m., at Chesty P’s Pub. All benefits go toward the Dark Horse Retreat for combat veterans. The Polo Chamber of Commerce 26th Annual Car
and Truck show will be held on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Polo. The show includes a 50/50 raffle will be offered. Last year Mick Kavanaugh won $2,417.50. Food vendors will be on site. Dave Palmer and 3D Sound will provide the music and announcing that day. The Polo Chamber Board of Trustees is attempting to issue Certificates of Recognition to Polo Chamber of Commerce member businesses celebrating five years, and those with fiveyear increments of being in business in Polo. Contact Susie at polo@essex1. com to announce a special business celebration. Call Susie at 815-9463131 to post on the chamber sign, chamber website and in the Chamber Chatter.
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Lady Marcos fall to Erie 57-23 at Polo Regional By Chris Johnson Reporter As the players took the court Monday night to prepare for the opening tip-off an official blew the whistle and signaled a technical foul. Erie was cited for having an incorrect score book at the start of the regional game. Polo’s Alex Sterenberg took the court to shoot a pair of free throws. Making one of two, Polo had a 1-0 lead. Polo added another point on a free throw by Jozi Grobe. The Lady Marcos held the lead for just over 2 minutes when Erie tied the game and went on a 9-0 scoring run. Sophomore Justine Gorzny put up a quick 4 points to get
Polo back to within 3 points, but Erie quickly responded. “The good thing is everything started our way but it did not last,” said Polo coach Jeff Grobe. “We also had a technical to start the second half. I yelled starters.” The announcer said the technical at the start of the second half was an administrative technical. In the end Polo lost 5723 to be eliminated in the opening round. Throughout the game numerous shots for Polo bounced off the rim and did not fall. “That’s life and our four year story for these girls,” said Grobe. “I feel bad for them. They never quit on me, put shots up and they keep trying. It is just the way it is.” Throughout the game only
two players had shots go in from the floor. Sterenberg ended the game with 8 points and Gorzny had 11 points. “Justine played awesome playing her role tonight. I was proud of her,” said Grobe. “I told the sophomores and juniors it is time to step it up next year.” Senior Madison Merdian added three points on a late shot in the final minute of the game. Jozi finished with the single point from the free throw early in the game. “This team never quit on me and I love them for that,” said Grobe. Grobe acknowledged Erie is a tough opponent. “Erie plays in a tough league,” he said. “You need to play perfect to beat them.”
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Two wrestlers advance out of tough regional By Randy Holland The Polo Marcos sent three wrestlers to the medal round in the tough Dakota Regional last Saturday, and two advanced to the Sectional to be held in Oregon at the Blackhawk Center. Wrestling starts at 4:30 on Friday and continuing on Saturday at 10:00 AM. The consolation semifinals and the first and third place matches to determine the state qualifiers will start at 2:30. As a team, Polo finished in last among the nine teams with 43 points, four behind West Carroll and 7.5 behind Winnebago. As expected, Dakota ran away with the team title with 228 points. Byron was second with 127.5 and LenaWinslow-Stockton finished third with 114.5 points, a half point ahead of Oregon. Advancing to the sectional for Polo were Ethan Cain at 170 pounds and Juan Dominguez at 220 pounds, both third place finishers. Jacob Cain at 195 was defeated in the third place match. Also wrestling for Polo were Tim Cholke at 106, Braxton Stamm at 126, Jesse Ditzler at 138, AJ Christensen at 145, Jake Hanlon at 152, Andy Rucker at 182, and Steve Christensen at 285. Ranked sixth, Cain was in a tough bracket, feeding into third ranked Brandon
Elsbury of Byron with top ranked Carver James of Dakota coming down the other side. Also in the mix was Garrett Rude of Oregon, who Cain defeated twice during the season, once by a fall and a narrow decision. Cain started with a takedown to the back in 10 seconds. Cain gave Elsbury a fight. A reverse by Elsbury midway through the second was the only score in the match, with Elsbury riding out the last three minutes. On the other side of the bracket, Rude took an 11-5 decision, highlighted by two half nelsons in the first period before he was defeated by James in a 15-0 technical fall at 3:06. In the wrestleback semifinals, Cain won a 13-0 major decision. Rude pinned in 50 seconds, swimming with the wing and the half. Cain used a leg scissors, the half nelson, and the turk for three nearfalls in his match. Rude and Cain met in the third place match. The first period was scoreless. In the second, Cain hit a roll into a turk for five points. Rude elected neutral in the third and quickly took Cain down and let him up, but Cain got the next shot and drove Rude to his back and pinned him at 5:03 to earn the trip to the next level. Dominguez hit a high crotch in the first period and a switch for a reversal in the second to win his opener 4-0.
Polo’s Jesse Ditzler pinned Stillman Valley’s Jacob Borgen during their 138 pound match Feb. 7 at the wrestling regional in Dakota. Photo by Julie Rude
That fed him into first ranked and eventual champion, Ross Sealby of Byron. Sealby used a body lock takedown and sucked Dominguez back and pinned him at 1:30. Dominguez got a bye to the third place match. Against Isaac Lawson of Le-Win, Dominguez escaped and hit a high crotch to take a 3-1 second period lead. He lost an escape in the third, then jumped behind for a takedown with five seconds left to take the medal 5-2. Cholke started against Christopher Alaniz of Oregon and lost backpoints on a wing in the second, on a reverse to the back in the third to drop a 9-0 major decision. In the consolation semifinal, Cholke lost two first period takedowns and another in the second in a 7-1 loss. Stamm was on his back four times in the first period of his first round match, saved by the buzzer on the last. He went over twice more in the second, pinned with the last at 2:48. He traded takedowns in the first period of the consolation semifinal and scored an Polo’s Juan Dominguez defeated Lena’s Isaac Lawson escape and takedown in the 5-2 in the 220 pound match. Dominguez finished third in second to take a 6-3 lead. After losing a reverse in the the tournament. Photo by Julie Rude
third, he escaped and hit one more takedown to win 9-5. In the semifinal, third place finisher Peyton Keeffer of Lena took him down and put in a half nelson in 48 seconds. Ditzler was turned twice in the in the first period of his opening round match against third place finisher Josh Larson of Byron, the second time in a tilt at the buzzer. He rode out the second and traded reversals in the third, losing a 9-2 decision. In the wrestleback first round, he pulled his opponent back and stepped over for a pin at 1:46. Ditzler’s tournament ended in a tough 6-5 loss to Danny Sanchez of ‘Bago. He lost two takedowns and a two point nearfall in the first period, but worked his way back with two escapes and a second period takedown, but could not score a winning takedown on his feet in the third. AJ Christensen was on his back in a cradle in the second and a half nelson in the third before he was pinned in the Saturday night by third place finisher Sam Durley of Stillman in his first match. He scored a takedown to the back in a half nelson
at 1:14 in the preliminary wrestleback. Christensen lost a lateral drop for three points to start the quarterfinal and went over in an arm bar later in the period. Trailing 10-3 in the third, he was taken down and pinned in a half nelson at 3:39 to end the season. Hanlon reversed out of a cradle early in the first period of his opener, but was reversed in a half nelson and pinned at 1:40. He was pinned again in the consolation pigtail, down just 2-1 when he was turned with an arm bar at 3:12, ending his tournament. Rucker lost his opener by a 21-6 technical fall. He hit a double for the first takedown, but was taken down in a cradle for three points. He reversed from there, but was reversed to his back at the end of the second and gave up a tilt and a chicken wing in the third, the match ending at 4:23. In the lower bracket, Rucker led 4-2 in the third when he gave up a two point tilt, but he escaped with five seconds left in the match to take a 5-4 win. In the quarterfinal, he was turned with an arm bar and pinned at 1:55 Jacob Cain was scoreless in the first period against
eventual champion Maverick McPeek of Dakota, but McPeek started hitting double leg takedowns and rolled up an 11-3 major decision. In the consolation semifinal, Cain trailed 4-1 after losing two takedowns in the first and lost a switch and a half nelson in the second. He escaped from there and after a takedown and reversals each way, he found a half nelson for a pin at 3:42. In the third place match against tenth ranked Ian Alberstett of Durand, Cain lost a takedown and a half nelson for three points in the first period, but worked his way back and kept it close. He escaped and picked up a locked hands point in the third, scored a takedown but lost a reversal to finish fourth, 10-7. Steve Christensen was driven to his back at 1:43 when he tried an escape in his opener. He started the wrestlebacks with a throw and hit a counter to the back at 3:46 to reach the quarterfinals. In that match, Dan Groenhagen of Stillman scored a quick takedown and slapped on a cradle at 1:09
Forreston defeated Marcos in conference action By Rob Laird Sauk Valley Media With six wins in its first seven conference contests, the Polo boys basketball team had a pretty good shot at a conference championship. Like many of their shots in the last couple of games, the Marcos missed it. Thursday, Feb. 5 was their latest brick, a 58-47 loss to Forreston in which an ice-cold shooting performance in the second half doomed them. Polo, now 6-3 in the Northwest Upstate Illini East, is left searching for answers as it hopes to relocate its form with just a handful of regularseason games remaining. “We didn’t make shots again; I don’t know what’s happened,” Polo coach Matt Messer said. “We’ve been making shots all year, but the last few games, now we’re not making shots, and that’s the difference.” In the second quarter, it briefly appeared that the Marcos (16-8) had eradicated the shooting woes that plagued them in Friday’s home loss to Ashton-Franklin Center. Polo shooters went 6 of 9 from the floor and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line in the frame to take a 26-25 halftime lead, thanks to a late go-ahead 3-pointer from the left baseline by junior
forward Richie Bartnick. But then the second half happened. Forreston’s defense picked up the pressure on the perimeter, and while Polo ballhandlers met the challenge by adeptly moving the ball around and finding open looks, shots just didn’t fall like they did in the second quarter. The Marcos made fewer than 20 percent of their fieldgoal attempts in the third period (2 of 11), and were even worse to start the fourth, not scoring a point for more than 4 minutes. By that time, the Cardinals were in complete control, holding a 52-38 lead with just 3:35 remaining in the game. “We’ve got a lot of players that are about the same skill, so we just keep rotating until we can find somebody who can make some shots,” said Messer, whose team missed its first nine 3-point field goal attempts in the second half, eliminating any hope of a fourth-quarter comeback. “Tonight, we couldn’t find anybody.” One old basketball adage advises teams dealing with a sputtering offense to focus on the other end of court, and that’s something Marcos junior Brad Cavanaugh would like to see his team do Saturday against Pecatonica. Forreston’s Wyatt Kerchner goes up for a shot Feb. 5 while Polo’s Brooks Grobe attempts to block the shot. Photo Turn to B2 by Chris Johnson
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Coach says thanks for all the community support By Denny Diduch Head Football Coach Forreston High School
Janicke for tallying statistics. • Pam Greenfield, Jim Kann, Michael Mandzen, and Sheri Smith for the support and commitment to providing high quality experiences for all our athletes and students. • Vikki Anderson and the FHS Cooks for helping with the Mom’s Brunch and the playoff breakfasts. • Heather Scheiser and the Dance Team for the half-time entertainment and for teaching the boys a few moves before Homecoming. • Lucia Heiter and the cheerleaders for the spirit, support, and Friday treats. • Forreston and Leaf River American Legions for providing a Color Guard. • The custodians for cleaning the locker rooms and fields after games and practices. • Scott Timm and Mike Harn for clearing the game field of snow prior to the State Championship game. • To all the bus drivers who provide us safe travels no matter the destination. • The ambulance crew for all their services at HS and JH games. • Brian Stukenberg and Bernie Empen for managing the scoreboard. • To Mike Greenfield and family for the use of their heaters for the cold games. • Mike and Isabella Harn for their efforts to get the heaters and benches to the Stark County game. • Mike Harn for the maintenance of the field which required not only mowing, but shoveling this year. Words cannot express how lucky we are to have a staff who is willing to do what is needed so that the field is practice/game-ready for our athletes. • Chain Gang (Morrie Bronkema, Mike Carr, Gary Bronkema, and Jamie Hensley) for managing the sidelines in enemy territory.
I would like to thank the following people for their help in making this 2014 football season a memorable one for our Forreston football team. Winning a State Championship is a very rare and special experience. It takes talent, coaching and a little luck, but it also takes great sacrifice and support from so many people in the community. The success of the program this year and in the future is directly related to the support it receives from the community and the school. Our amazing State Championship run provided some incredible experiences for our players, our community, and Forreston football fans throughout the country. The following people were an integral part of making this season happen. • Lane Schurr and the JH staff for the development of future Forreston Cardinals. • Robin Kerchner and Angie Janicke for all their action packed photos throughout the season that captured the action, emotion, and passion found in high school football. • Shaun Newell and Matt Hanley for filming all F/S and varsity games. • Robert Cuthrell for filming practices. • Nina and the EMT crew for providing medical expertise and advice on our sidelines. • All our community fire departments who sent us off and welcomed us back from the State Championship game. The magnitude of both of these will not be forgotten. Simply put, it was just awesome! • Mark Kuelling and Kirk
The Forreston Cardinals hold up the Class 1A State Champions Football trophy following the game in Champaign. Photo by Chris Johnson
• Tyler Sutton and the FHS Band for providing a top notch National Anthem and pre-game show. I may be wrong, but I believe our band is the only one in the area who plays the school song for our opponent as well. What a welcoming and kind gesture that is reflective of our school. • To Kaitlynn Noble and Lynnette Frederick for their help making weekly “wrist bands”. • Football parents for preparing Thursday night dinners, pre-game travel bags, Saturday morning/ Monday night “Victory” breakfasts. Also, your willingness to spend your Thanksgiving Dinner in the cafeteria with your Football Family was appreciated. • To Tammy DeVries for being the “communication director” for the entire football program for the last year. • To Forreston Elementary
School, German Valley Elementary School, and Forreston Junior High School for their motivational videos and cards of inspiration. Also, the spirit these students brought with them to the districtwide pep assemblies was simply awesome! We Are! Forreston! • The moms and dads of our players for cooking meals, washing clothes, and providing support to the young men of the football program. Your support of your son(s) went above and beyond this year as you decorated our town and traveled many, many miles to have the largest fan support around! • To Jes Diduch for acting as the coach’s secretary. • Boosters for the tremendous financial support of all our programs, but especially this year with transportation to our Quarterfinal Stark
County game and State Championship, the purchase of the end zone camera and new decorations for Cardinal Field, and your tremendous organization of food for Tent City in Champaign. • To our trainers Katie Benning, Jennifer Timmer and Eric Katsenberger from Monroe Clinic for making sure our athletes were prepared for battle each game. • To Jeff Kaney for the memorable fly-by during the Round Two Play-Off Game. • To our local businesses and community members who showed their support of our teams through painting their windows or putting signs up. • To Amanda Freeze and Kelsie Joens who dedicated their time to painting windows around town and changing them each week to reflect the new opponent! • To Mimmo’s for the victory dinners provided.
• To Josh Bolen for announcing every one of our home football games. • To all those who made food, supplies, or monetary donations to our football boys in their quest for a State Championship: The Depot, Jimmy John’s of Freeport/Kevin Johnson and Eric Erdmann, ABC Advertising, Union Bank, County Market, Culligan Water, Don Gipe Flooring, River Valley Complex, and Leaf River Fire Department. Also, we would like to thank the many other generous monetary donations by anonymous donors. Every football season is a memorable one, and this one like so many others will live on in the memories of the players who enjoyed it. Finally, the coaching staff would like to thank our families for allowing us the luxury of coaching high school football.
Defense needs more energy From B1
performed adequately enough in the halfcourt but – perhaps out of frustration from the missed shots – allowed too many fast-break points for Messer’s liking. “I think [Forreston] had about four straight one-passand-layup after a defensive
“We need to pick up our energy on defense,” said Cavanaugh, who finished with a team-high 12 points. “If we can start doing that, that might get things going for us.” Thursday, that defense
rebound,” Messer said. “You cannot beat a good basketball if you play defense that way.” Bartnick scored 10 points and a team-best six rebounds for the Marcos, with Brooks Grobe scoring seven and Wyatt Patterson adding seven.
Polo Activities Activities for Feb. 16 – 21 Monday, Feb. 16 No school—Presidents’ Day F/S Boys Basketball Tourney vs Paw Paw at Franklin Grove – 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17 HS Academic Meet at West Carroll – 4 p.m. 6th Grade Girls Basketball vs Pecatonica at Aplington – 4 p.m. 7/8th Grade Girls Basket-
ball at Pecatonica – 4 p.m. Aplington Wrestling at Genoa – 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18 F/S Boys Basketball Tourney at AFC – TBA Thursday, Feb. 19 Spelling Bee in Dixon TBA 6th Grade Girls Basketball at Centennial – 4 p.m. 7/8th Grade Girls Basketball vs Oregon at Mt. Morris – 4 p.m.
Aplington Wrestling vs Durand and AFC at Aplington – 4:00 Friday, Feb. 20 HS Boys Basketball vs Dakota at Polo – 6 p.m., Senior Night Freshman Game at 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21 F/S Boys Basketball Tourney at AFC – TBA Also check for updates on Forreston’s Robert DeVries puts up a shot while Polo’s Brad Cavanaugh tries to block www.athletics2000.com the shot from behind Feb. 5. Photo by Chris Johnson
Sports Column Announcer has not given up on his dream job By Andy Colbert Reporter On Sept. 13 of 2013, this column shared the story of wanne-be sports announcer Scott Swartz. The then 34-year old gave up the security of a wellpaying job as a high school teacher in Rochelle to pursue this dream. A recent column on public address announcing got me wondering what became of Scott Swartz and his unlikely odyssey. Well, here is his story and let’s preface it by making a simple statement – earning a good living as professional sports broadcaster is a long
shot, at best. Since leaving the teaching profession, Swartz was able to find a few gigs, starting with doing play-by-play for the NIU hockey team over the Internet. That morphed into a similar position with the Chicago Steel, a top-tier junior hockey league team. In the summer, it was doing baseball broadcasting for the Sioux Falls (South Dakota) Canaries, an independent minor league team. While being separated from his wife and children for much of the time at Sioux Falls, Swartz began to question the dream chasing. “That was really hard – being away from my family,” Swartz said. “But, when I made the decision to do this, I was going in whole hog.” Even though the pay was poor and the hours bad, Swartz did receive intrinsic
blessings along the way, such as the head broadcaster for NBC hockey acknowledging his work. “It was quiet an amazing moment,” Swartz said. “Doc Emrick came over and tapped me on the shoulder one day and introduced himself. He said he was a regular listener and really liked our work.” The position with the Steel also enabled Swartz to rub shoulders with the likes of Eddie Olczyz and Blackhawk coach Joel Quenneville. A genuine labor of love, Swartz was still enjoying what he was doing, with that dream of making it to the big stage still alive. However, that all changed this past March when his wife Betsie lost her position as an elementary teacher in the Oregon school system. Interestingly, when I reread the previous column I had written on Swartz,
the reason he gave for quitting his job to pursue broadcasting was because Betsie had just been hired by Oregon, allowing for some semblance of financial security. “We were given no reason why she was let go,” said Swartz, obviously disheartened over the situation. “Between broadcasting and a little consulting work for the regional office of education that I was doing, I was maybe making about $8,000 a year.” Now, with his wife out of work, Swartz had little choice but to give up his broadcasting career and try to get back into teaching full-time. He contacted his old boss, Rochelle superintendent Jamie Craven, about any openings. There were none, but Craven, recognizing the exemplary job Swartz did
at Rochelle, went to bat for him. When a high school English position became open at Polo, Swartz was fortunate to be hired, most likely due to Craven’s recommendation. “I owe Jamie everything and also appreciate Chris Rademacher and Andy Faivre for taking a chance on me,” Swartz said. “The staff welcomed me and the kids are great. I didn’t realize how much I missed teaching.” Swartz hasn’t given up his dream of sports broadcasting quite yet. He’s still working for the Steel, along with some PA at Rochelle and Polo basketball games. “For my family, it’s best that I do this – be a dad and teach,” Swartz said. “I have no regrets about pursuing a dream and I have no regrets about going back into teaching.”
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Is the dream over for Swartz? “When my kids grow up and things change, I don’t know what the future will bring,” Swartz said. “I had some really fabulous, amazing experiences doing (broadcasting).”
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Eight libraries in county are awarded state grants Several local public libraries were among those recently awarded more than $15 million in state grants. Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White announced Monday that Illinois Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants totaling $15.2 million were awarded to 635 public libraries serving almost 12 million patrons. “I am extremely proud of the outstanding service Illinois’ public libraries provide to our communities,” White said. “Our libraries are the best and most reliable information resource
available to citizens, and I am pleased to be able to provide these grants each year.” Area libraries receiving grants include: Byron Public Library, $9,986.25; Creston-Dement Public Library, Creston, $992.50; Forreston Public Library, $1,807.50; Bertolet Memorial Library, Leaf River, $2,676.25; Mt. Morris Public Library, $3,747.50; Oregon Public Library, $7,716.25; Polo Public Library, $3,516.25; FlaggRochelle Public Library, Rochelle, $17,196.25; and Julia Hull Library, Stillman Valley, $10,346.25.
Per Capita Grant funding is authorized under Illinois library law and helps ensure that public libraries have some of the resources they need for expenses such as materials, personnel, equipment, electronic access, telecommunications and technology. Equalization Aid Grants help qualifying public libraries with a low library tax base ensure a minimum level of funding for library services. Information concerning the grant programs can be found at: http://www. cyberdriveillinois.com.
White said some of the services public libraries provide include: free Internet access; books, magazines, newspapers, CDs and DVDs,; audiobooks and e-books, interlibrary loan service; reference services such as homework assistance; social media tools such as Facebook, Twitter and text messaging; after school and summer programming for children; book clubs where patrons read and discuss books; multicultural programming and translation services; special programs and services for senior citizens such as tax return
The Oregon Public Library is located on Jefferson Street in Oregon. File photo
assistance and how to use computers and email; space for voter registration and
organ and tissue donor drives; and meeting rooms for community events.
Prophetstown, was issued a citation at 12:51 a.m. for disobeying a traffic control device. This violation occurred at the intersection of Fourth and Washington Streets.
through dispatch during Feb. 2-8 Checking a Subject Vehicle .........................2 Citizen Complaints ......8 Juvenile Complaints ....1 Animal Complaints .....1 Citizen Assist/ Civil Problem...............4 Vehicle/Building Lockout........................6 Disturbance..................1 Domestic......................1 Ambulance/Other Department Assist .......4 Alarm Response/ Open Door or Window ..........3 911 Hang-ups/Open Phone Lines .................2 Traffic Stops ..............24
Oregon Police Activity Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity for Feb. 2 through Feb. 8. Feb. 4 Matthew J. Jacinto, 32, Oregon, was issued a citation at 4:17 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 300 block of Madison Street. Jason S. Huffstutler, 30, Oregon, was issued a citation at 10:21 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 300 block of E. Washington Street.
Feb. 5 Four downtown business owners were issued fines for violating city ordinance 1222 – removal of snow from the sidewalks in the commercial district. These offenses occurred after the snowfall in mid-January. Melissa J. Chism, 31, Walnut, was issued a citation at 5:41 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 100 block of S. Fourth Street. Darrian L. Matthews, 21, Chicago, was issued a citation at 8:34 p.m. for speeding—47 mph in a 30
mph zone. This violation occurred in the 700 block of N. Seventh Street.
the Ogle County Jail. He must cooperate and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments as requested by probation. He must submit to random drug and alcohol testing, and attend and successfully complete the Share Program. He must pay a $600 probation fee. One count
of criminal trespass to residence was dismissed per a plea agreement.
Feb. 6 Connor J. Hopkins, 16, Mt. Morris, was issued a citation at 6 p.m. for driving without lights when required. This violation occurred in the 1000 block of W. Washington Street. Chase R. Cooper, 16, Byron, was issued a citation at 7:30 p.m. for speeding—65 mph in a 55 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 2000 block of N. Ill. 2.
Kimberly M. Hall, 37, Oregon, was arrested at 1:06 a.m. for driving while under the influence of alcohol, and for an outstanding Ogle County warrant for fraud/ deceptive practices. Hall was transported to the Ogle County jail. This violation occurred in the 400 block of Monroe Street. Katrina R. Miles, 31, Dixon, was issued a citation at 6:45 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 100 block of S. 4th Street. Feb. 8 Gabriella M. Mathews, 19,
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Eight parking tickets and 12 verbal/written warnings were issued from Feb. 2 through Feb. 8. Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. General calls for service
State’s Attorney Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric Morrow reports the following court activity. Feb. 4 Clint Ingram, 24, Byron, pleaded guilty to theft. Ogle County Circuit Court Judge Robert Hanson sentenced him to 24 months probation and 180 days in
Stevie Dodillet, 24, Rochelle, pleaded guilty to one count of forgery. Ogle County Associate Circuit Court Judge Kathleen Kauffmann sentenced her to 60 months of Treatment Against Street Crimes
Property Transfers Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the county recorder’s office. The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and township of the property, and the price of the transfer. Jan. 30 Robert P. Brill, Sr., deceased by heir, and Robert P. Brill, Jr., warranty deed to James D. Travis, 416 E. Lincoln, Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $50,000. Donald F. Bauman, by heir by attorney fact, warranty deed to Margaret A. White, 110 Minnesota Dr., Dixon, Taylor Township, $3,000. Feb. 3 Victoria E. Finfrock, warranty deed to Diane M. Schiltz, 4579 W. James St., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $104,000. James S. Fleming and Trudy Fleming, warranty deed to Chad M. Zellers and Nicolle L. Zellers, 407 W. Colden St., Polo, Buffalo Township, $85,000. James E. Merboth and Nicole Merboth, warranty deed to Barbara A. Barncord
and John C. Barncord, 612 Fourth Ave., Forreston, Forreston Township, $80,000. Anthony L. Lampros, quit claim deed to Lisa A. Landes, 5523 N. Blackwood Rd., Davis Junction, Monroe Township. Ogle County Sheriff, Lynn L. McQueen, and estate of Charles R. McQueen, sheriff’s deed to Wells Fargo Bank, 3561 W. Sumner Rd., Leaf River, Leaf River Township. Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage Assn., warranty deed to Amber L. Wright, 708 Lincoln Hwy., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $47,000. Daniel Jennings and Ellen Jennings, warranty deed to Edward L. King and Tara J. King, 9778 N. Kishwaukee Rd., Stillman Valley, Marion Township, $167,000. Joan M. Hanlin, warranty deed to Marvin J. Baier and Monica L. Baier, 1674 E. Town Line Rd., Leaf River, Byron Township, $220,000. Alan Schilling and Margaret Schilling, quit claim deed to Starlight, LLC, 208-210 Avenue C, Rochelle, Flagg Township. William Gallegos, quit claim deed to Tracey R. Gallegos, 109 Sunny Hill
Dr., Davis Junction, Scott Township. Feb. 4 Edward L. Hoffman and Mary Jean P. Hoffman, warranty deed to Richard N. Sutliff, 14886 E. Ill. 72, Davis Junction, Scott Township, $375,000. Margaret E. Potts by power of attorney, and Sheryl A. Moffat, warranty deed to Jeremy A. Coy and Natalie M. Husemann, 111 N. Maple Ave., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $90,000. John F. Miller and Judith M. Miller, warranty deed to Gregory D. Watson and Christine L. Watson, 4354 White Rock Rd., Davis Junction, Scott Township, $79,000. Fred H. Hilleman and Tracy L. Hilleman, warranty deed to BNSF Railway Co., 2738 S. Freeport, Polo, Eagle Point Township, $18,800. Feb. 5 Adela Kulik and Agatha Camp, quit claim deed to Wieslaw Kulik, 615 N. Main St., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $54,000. Ma Laz Farm V LLC and Ma Laz Farm LLC, warranty deed to Melissa Y. Swanson, 9007 N. Tower Rd., Byron, Byron Township, $550,914.
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(TASC) probation and 52 days in the Ogle County Jail. She must cooperate and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments as requested by probation. She must submit to random drug and alcohol testing, submit to DNA testing, attend and successfully complete inpatient treatment at Rosecrance. She must pay a $1,500 probation fee, $100 to Crimestoppers, $100 to the Violent Crime Victim Assistance (VCVA) Fund,
and restitution of $1,050.48. Two counts of forgery were dismissed per a plea agreement. One count of possession of a controlled substance was dismissed pursuant to a plea in the case listed above. Christopher Dobbs, 33, Byron, possession of a controlled substance, pretrial conference March 23. Casey J. Brown, 23, Steward, possession of a controlled substance, pretrial conference March 23.
Feb. 5 Donald A. Mazzanti, 57, Rochelle, possession of a controlled substance/ defrauding drug and alcohol screening/unlawful use of weapons/possession of drug paraphernalia/possession of cannabis, status Feb. 20. Feb. 6 Steven Wetzel, 58, Mt. Morris, resisting a peace officer, status March 6. Michael Rowland, 27, McLeansboro, aggravated battery, jury status call Feb. 23.
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AGs’ letter calls for stations to stop selling synthetic drugs Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has sent a letter calling on nine oil companies to take steps to stop synthetic drugs from being illegally sold at gas stations and convenience stores operating under their brand names Madigan noted that law enforcement agencies have confirmed more than 130 instances of branded gas stations having illegally sold synthetic drugs across the country in recent years. The letter from Madigan,
the Florida attorney general and 41 other attorneys general expressed serious concerns about the reported incidents of gas stations and convenience stores operating under brand names of reputable oil companies and selling illegal synthetic drugs. Synthetic drug use has increased dramatically over the past several years. Starting in 2010, over 11,000 people, many of whom were younger than 17, went to the emergency room after using
“When teens and young adults can find synthetic drugs for sale at gas stations operating under wellknown brands, its gives these illegal products the false appearance of legitimacy when in fact they are very dangerous, potentially deadly drugs,” — Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan synthetic marijuana. “When teens and young adults can find synthetic drugs for sale at gas stations operating under well-known brands, its gives these illegal products the false appearance of legitimacy when in fact they are very
dangerous, potentially deadly drugs,” Madigan said. “Oil companies spend millions of dollars on marketing campaigns designed to convince customers their brands are trustworthy. Prohibiting the sale of synthetic drugs in
their stores can only protect their brand reputations while also protecting our youth.” The letter was sent to top company officials at British Petroleum, Chevron Corporation, Citgo Petroleum Corporation, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Marathon Petroleum Corporation, Phillips 66, Shell Oil Company, Sunoco, and Valero Energy Corporation. In it, the attorneys general requested the companies address this growing
problem by: Prohibiting franchisees from selling any synthetic drugs; Ensuring the prohibition is understood by store franchisees and their employees by communicating directly with each of them; Establishing a point of contact in corporate offices for franchisees, should they have any questions about synthetic drugs; Revoking the franchisee/franchisor relationship with any gas station or convenience store Turn to B6
Obituaries Arthur W. Dietze Arthur Werner Dietze, 99, Oregon, died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015 at Serenity Hospice Home, Oregon. He was born on Aug. 28, 1915 in Chicago, the son of Arthur R. and Frieda (Brylka) Dietze. He married Grace Ruth Jungblut at Trinity Lutheran Church in Chicago on June 15, 1940 and were married for 73 years; she died in 2013. Art was employed by E.W. Kniep Inc. in Chicago until 1959 and then relocated to Oregon where he worked at Ogle Lumber Company until owning and operating Fischer’s Store in Oregon from 1963 until retiring in 1980. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Oregon Country Club, and was an ambulance volunteer. One of his proudest
moments was his hole-inone in 1991 at Indian Hills Country Club in Fairfield Bay, Ark., witnessed by his daughter Val. He was Past President of the Lion’s Club and received the Melvin Jones Fellow Award. Art also volunteered many hours at LOMC in Oregon. He enjoyed traveling, especially the many winters he and Grace spent in Florida. Most recently, Art resided at Oregon Living Center and enjoyed the residents and activities there. Survivors include daughters, Allegra Gicla, Greensboro, N.C., and Val (Jack) Glotfelty, Oregon; grandchildren, Nicole (Mitchell) Krasowski, Greensboro, N.C., Aaron (Melissa) Beaty, DeKalb; granddaughter-in-law, Misty Beaty, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and great-grandchildren,
Phyllis Ruter Phyllis Ruter, 86, Shannon, died at home on Monday, Feb. 2, 2015. Phyllis was born in Polo on May 20, 1928, to parents Lester and Celia (Rae) Rothermel. She was a 1945 graduate of Polo Community High School. She married Hesper Ruter on Jan. 11, 1947 in Polo. He died on April 26, 1997. They were engaged in farming, and Phyllis was a wonderful farm wife and devoted mother to Teresa, Tim, and Julie. Phyllis had many hobbies which made her famous. She raised rare-breed chickens and made hats, shoes, and stationery with their feathers. Many couples loved the wedding cakes Phyllis created for them as well as cakes for any occasion. Phyllis was a member of the Freeport Garden Club where she gave many programs such as how to recycle farm items for interior decoration, like gears to make a candle holder. She played the violin, piano, and organ and loved to collect cookbooks and read. Phyllis taught classes on cake decorating, candy making, dried flower arrangements, and candles. She loved to entertain,
and people loved coming to visit Ruter’s Roost. In her day, she could wallpaper, paint, and make curtains with ease. She loved going to auctions and “picking up a deal.” Phyllis was an exhibitor at the Carroll County Fair where she won many prizes and later was a judge for county fairs. Phyllis visited Teresa and Julie in San Francisco more than 80 times and toured the sights and enjoyed the restaurant scene. She traveled with her daughters to Arizona, Hawaii, Florida, Napa Valley, the Rose Bowl Parade and all over California. Phyllis loved her grandchildren, and how wonderful it was that she saw Chad Ruter win big on the Wheel of Fortune just a few days before her passing and that she danced at Chad and Ali’s wedding in May.
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Madeline and Kate Krasowski, Morgan and David Beaty, and Briggs Beaty. He was also preceded in death by son-in-law, David Beaty; grandson, Scott Beaty; sister, Gertrude Schwarz; and brother, Elmer Dietze. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 11 a.m., preceded by visitation from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris. Burial will be in Daysville Cemetery, rural Oregon. Memorials may be directed to Serenity Hospice & Home or Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center. Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon is assisting the family with arrangements.
Albert L. Horrell Albert Leroy (Roy) Horrell, 96, Leawood, Kans., formerly of Byron as well as Warrensburg, Mo., died Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015 at Sunrise Living, Leawood. He was born on March 9, 1918 to Walter and Jessie Horrell of Lone Tree, Iowa – the 10th of 12 children. He was a World War II Army veteran. He married Jane Bryan, Davenport, Iowa, in 1947.
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Donald L. Miller, 73, Polo, died on Friday, Feb. 6, 2015 at KSB Hospital, Dixon. Donald was born Nov. 12, 1941 in Bradford, the son of Donald L. and Arlene (Liggett) Miller. He farmed for many years Visit www. in the Polo area. farrellhollandgale.com to Bradley A. Thomas leave condolences. Her son Tim was with her every day, taking her to the Shannon Café for lunch. She loved the farm and enjoyed every day watching grandson Kyle work on the “homeplace.” She was so proud that Tim and Kyle carried on the tradition of farming. Her great-granddaughter Kylee was the apple of her eye. Surviving are her three children, Teresa (Tom) Wentworth, Tim (Barb), Julie (Matt) Selby; four grandchildren, Kyle (Nicole), Chad (Ali), Lauren and Andrea Selby; and great-grandchild Kylee Ruter; brothers, Rae, Harlan, Delmar, Darrell Rothermel; and sister Calista Hartman; plus many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Hesper; and one brother, Alan Rothermel. Phyllis was a 50-plus year member of the Bethel United Methodist Church where a celebration of life was held on Friday, Feb. 6. Her wish was to have a private burial at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Freeport. A memorial fund has been established. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with her family at www. hermannfuneralhome.com.
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Alice M. Shetler Alice M. Shetler, 89, Polo, died on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015 at Polo Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Alice was born on Feb. 14, 1925 in New Madrid, Mo., the daughter of Edward and Minnie (Rosenberry) Jones. She married Vernon L. Shetler on July 18, 1942 in Pennsylvania. He preceded her in death in 1994. Survivors include a daughter, Carol J. (Larry) Steinhagen, Rock Falls; sons, Vernon W. (Cheryl) Shetler, Polo, and David
She preceded him in death. He is survived by three sons, Thomas (Karen), James (Keri), and Robert (Lisa); and grandchildren, Sam (Rachael), Mike, Katie, Claire, Lucy, and Anne. No formal service will be held. Burial will occur at Forest Hill Cemetery, Greencastle, Ind. Arrangements were completed by the Cremation Society of Kansas and Missouri, Prairie Village, Kans. Survivors include sons, Daniel and David Miller; sister, Donna (Dennis) O’Hara, Oregon, Carol (Kenneth) Eichholz, Polo; brother, Wendell (Lisa) Miller, Polo; several grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant son; sister, Beverley Miller; infant
brother, Charles. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, Feb. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church, Polo, with a soup bar and refreshments being offered. Visit www. polofamilyfuneralhome.com to send condolences.
including fishing and hunting. He is survived by his son, Matthew Thomas, Polo; daughter, Rachel Thomas, Polo; mother, Anna Lee Thomas, Oregon; brother, Sam (Jodi) Thomas, Oregon; sister, Lisa (Tom) Porter, Machesney Park; and aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father and
grandparents. Private family services will be held at a later date with burial at Oakwood Cemetery, Mt. Morris. Memorials may be directed to the family. Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon assisted the family with arrangements. Visit www. farrellhollandgale.com to leave online condolences.
(Sandy) Shetler, Morrison; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded also in death by many sisters and brothers. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 10 to 11 a.m. at East Jordan United Methodist Church, 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. with burial at East Jordan Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in her name. Visit www.
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Letter calls for gas stations to stop selling synthetic drugs From B5 that sells synthetic drugs; and Reporting to local law enforcement authorities if any franchisee is selling synthetic drugs. Madigan said she has worked on many fronts to
increase awareness of the dangers of synthetic drugs in Illinois. In November 2011, she hosted the first-ever statewide emergency summit with state, county and local law enforcement officers, educators, health care
professionals and parents to talk about the growing use of synthetic drugs, which led to the launch of “Operation Smoked Out”, a statewide initiative to remove synthetic drugs from retail outlets. Joining Madigan in
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Illinois Controlled Substance Act and unlawful possession of cannabis. Robinson also received a citation for unlawful transportation of alcohol. Both were transported to the Ogle County Jail where they were held in lieu of bond pending a court appearance.
an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. Bushland was released on a $1,000 recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on March 30.
Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity. Feb. 3 Isau Perez, 33, Rochelle, was arrested on an Ogle County warrant for a petition to revoke and failure to appear. Perez’s full cash bond was set at $2,530.77 pending a Feb. 4 court appearance. Robin Kellogg, 34, Chana, was arrested on an Ogle County warrant for a petition to revoke and contempt of court, Kellogg’s full cash bond was set at $7,837 pending a Feb. 4 court appearance. Paul Macdonald, 39, Rochelle, was arrested on an Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Macdonald’s purge bond was set at $334 and he is scheduled to appear in court at a later date. Duane Briggs, 20, Freeport, was arrested on an Ogle County warrant for a petition to revoke and failure to appear. Briggs’ full cash bond was set at $1,362 pending a Feb. 4 court appearance. Joseph R. Young. 28, Dixon, was arrested on an Ogle County warrant for failure to appear and petition to revoke. Young’s bond was set at $2,661.99 pending a Feb. 4 court appearance. Feb. 4 At 10:28 a.m., deputies checked a vehicle that was stopped after driving on a flat tire in the 2100 block of E. Ill. 64. The driver of the vehicle, Michael K. Holland, 46, Rochelle, was subsequently arrested for driving while license suspended. Holland was taken to the Ogle County
Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. At approximately 10:52 p.m., deputies performed a traffic stop in the 100 block of E. Front Street. After an investigation, Charles Mcmullin, 25, Byron, was arrested for the unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and unlawful possession of cannabis—less than 2.5 grams. Mcmullin was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Feb. 5 Ronald Ramirez, 46, Amboy, was arrested for failure to appear. Ramirez was scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 5 at 1 p.m. Ronald Ramirez, 46, Amboy, was arrested for failure to appear. He was released on a $1,000 recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 23. Corey Brough, 44, Rockford, was arrested in Winnebago County for contempt of court. Brough was in court on Feb. 5 and was released on a $1,000 recognizance bond. He is scheduled to appear in court again on Feb. 23. Susan Kigar, 44, Machesney Park, was arrested for failure to appear. She appeared in court on Feb/ 5 and was released after posting $160. Kigar is scheduled to appear in court again on March 30. Donald Otten, 55, Sterling, was arrested for failure to appear. He was released on a $1,000 recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court Feb. 23. Feb. 6
At approximately 3:45 pm, deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 11,000 block of W. Ill. 64. As a result of the traffic stop Adam P. Albers, 36, Bolingbrook, was arrested for driving while license suspended. Albers was taken into custody and transported to the Ogle County Jail for processing. He was issued two citations - the first was for driving while license suspended and the second was for no registration on the trailer he was towing. Jeffrey A. Smith, 52, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for contempt of court. Smith posted $1,063 full cash for bond and has no further court appearances. Amanda Brown, 38, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Brown posted $330 full cash for bond and has no further court appearances. Claudio I. Galicia, 19, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Galicia posted $225 full cash for bond and has no further court appearances. Orlando Hopkins, 44, Sycamore, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for contempt of court. Hopkins appeared in court where he was given a $1,500 recognizance bond. Hopkins is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 23. Jasmine A. Yanez, 19, Belvidere, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Yanez appeared in court where she was given a $500
recognizance bond. She is scheduled to appear in court again on Feb. 23. Nicholas Walker, 23, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for unlawful use of a credit card. Walker’s bond was set at $20,000 (10%). She is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 18. At approximately 12 p.m., deputies responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Freeport Road and Ill. 52 near Polo. A tractor-trailer combination vehicle driven by Reuben Smith, 52, Chicago, failed to yield the right of way to a Dodge Ram 3500 with a trailer, driven by David Knapp, 57, Saginaw, Minn., that was traveling west on Ill. 52. Smith was on Freeport Road turning left onto Ill. 52. Both drivers were transported to a local hospital to be checked by hospital staff. Smith was issued citations for failure to yield at an intersection and a citation for being over length on a non truck route roadway. Feb. 7 At 3:35 a.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop for speeding on a 2004 Pontiac Grand Am at Ill. 2 and Canal Street in Grand Detour. After an investigation, Sydney Rodriguez, 23, Dixon, was arrested for violating the Illinois Controlled Substance Act, driving while under the influence of drugs, and possession of cannabis. Rodriguez also received citations for speeding and unlawful transportation of alcohol. Also arrested was Diamond Robinson, 23, Dixon, for violating the
Feb. 8 At 1:37 a.m., deputies stopped a 2012 black Toyota Camry at Ill. 26 and Sterling road for speeding and improper lane usage. After an investigation, Breanna Dearborn, 24, Polo, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Dearborn was also issued citations for speeding and improper lane use. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. At approximately 10:20 a.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 12,000 block of Ill. 64. As a result of that stop Matthew C. Bauman, 26, Walworth Wis., was arrested for driving while license revoked. Bauman was also issued citations for failure to stop at a stop sign and operating a motor vehicle without insurance. Bauman was transported to the Ogle County jail where he posted bond and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date. At approximately 1:20 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 7,400 block of Ill. 64 West. As a result of that traffic stop Ronald P. Miller, 50, Lanark, was arrested for driving while license suspended. Miller was also cited for speeding. He was transported to the Ogle County jail where he posted bond and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date. Feb. 9 Christina Bushland, 38, Ashton, was arrested on
Roberto Diaz, 25, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. Diaz posted $500 of the full purge amount of $2,746.77 and was released. Diaz is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 13. Richard M. Hultquist, 35, Oregon, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. Hultquist was released on a $1,000 recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 23. Michael W. Vera, 32, Aurora, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. Vera posted the $537 full cash bond and was released from the Ogle County Jail. No further court date is needed. At approximately 1:41 p.m., deputies attempted to stop a red Ford that was speeding in the 8,000 block of E. Ill. 38. The vehicle did not stop for deputies and continued westbound on Ill. 38 into Lee County. Ogle County deputies terminated their attempt to stop the vehicle. Surrounding police agencies were advised of the vehicle’s direction of travel and last known location. Lee County deputies were able to stop the vehicle on Ill. 38 at the intersection with Red Brick Road in Lee County. The driver, Nathan C. Lansford, 42, Rock Falls, was arrested and charged with fleeing or attempting to elude police officers. Lansford also received a citation for speeding. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail for booking and bonding procedures.
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20,000 limited partners. “I am honored to be invited to increase my ownership in the firm,” said Byrd. “I enjoy working for Edward Jones, and I am very proud of the way we do business and the way we treat our clients.” The Jones Financial Cos. was created in 1987 to enable the firm to expand into new business areas
Zoning Permits Ogle County Planning and Zoning Administrator Mike Reibel reports the following zoning certificates in January. Permits are listed by the name of the applicant, section, township, authorized activity, and estimated completion costs for dwellings and commercial.
Scott Watson, Section 18, Byron Township, remove dwelling. USCOC of Central Ill., LLC, Section 20, Leaf River Township, generator installed at existing cell tower site, $5,000. Duane Jones, Section 30, Oregon-Nashua Township, storage building. Donald Wetzel, Section 31,
Monroe Township, construct storage building and remove storage building. Paul Carillo, Section 26, Mt. Morris Township, storage building. Jeremy Pennington, Section 1, Marion Township, home occupation, firearm sales.
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while allowing it to remain a partnership. The Jones Financial Cos. owns Edward D. Jones & Co., LP, which operates under the trade name Edward Jones, EDJ Leasing Co., the Edward Jones Trust Co., and
its international financial services subsidiary, Edward Jones Canada. “Edward Jones is employee owned. We believe one of the best ways to reward outstanding associates is to
offer them an opportunity to share in the ownership of the firm they help build. I’m pleased to say that Cindy certainly deserves this limited partnership interest,” said Jim Weddle, the firm’s managing partner.
Villarreal, Raine are promoted at Harvard State Bank Phillip Lehmann, President and CEO of The Harvard State Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Tony Villarreal to Vice President, Sr. Lender and Tom Raine to Vice President, Director of Mortgage Lending. Villarreal has over 18 Tom Raine Tony Villarreal years of experience as a lending/sales leader for commercial clients. banking institutions. He has “With Tony’s diverse been instrumental in adapting background in Sales and the to the changes in the mortgage Lending Industry, we are industry and working with fortunate to have him on our
team,” said Lehmann. Raine has 18 years of experience in the mortgage lending industry. Prior to joining The Harvard State Bank, Raine has been involved in all aspects of the mortgage business and has formerly operated his own mortgage company. “Tom Raine will add strength to our mortgage lending team as he will work directly with Tony managing our mortgage area as well as working with Realtors and customers,” Lehmann said.
Fines The following individuals paid fines in the Ogle County Circuit Court. The name, age, and address of the individual is listed along with the offense, the date the fine was paid, the date the offense occurred in parenthesis, and the
amount of the fine. Laura D. Fry, 36, Forreston, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 2, 2015, (Dec. 17, 2015), $120. Tyler M. Smith, 20, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 3, 2015 (Jan. 2, 2015), $160.
Shaun M. Bastain, 30, Mt. Morris, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 4, 2015 (Jan. 1, 2015), $120. Luis E. Herrera, 16, Byron, stop/stand/park/nonbusiness district, Feb. 4, 2015 (Jan. 4, 2015), $60. Kylie M. Davison, 24, Byron, driver failed to give
notice of accident, Feb. 2, 2015 (Jan. 1, 2015), $160. Brent M. Burright, 23, Mt. Morris, failure to reduce speed, Feb. 3, 2015 (Jan. 15, 2015), $120. Courtney C. Snider, 27, Byron, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, dismissed per state motion;
driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 4, 2015 (Jan. 19, 2015), $175. Amanda M. Mackey, 16, Mt. Morris, GDL under 18, more than one passenger in front seat, Feb. 4, 2015 (Jan. 17, 2015), $160. Wilbur A. Brass, 74,
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Pennymac Loan Services, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Marty Boyd; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Rosella M. Henry; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 14 CH 00115 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Rosella M. Henry, Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 15 AS DESIGNATED ON CROSS CREEK PLAT NUMBER 1 BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY-SIX (26), TOWNSHIP TWENTY-FOUR (24) NORTH, RANGE NINE (9) EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN PLAT D, FILE 37 IN THE CITY OF MOUNT MORRIS, COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 620 Cranbrook Lane, Mount Morris, IL 61054 and which said Mortgage was made by: Rosella M. Henry executed the mortgage, however this individual is deceased and is not named as a defendant in this lawsuit the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Countrywide Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Ogle County, Illinois, as Document No. 0803247; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court 106 S. 5th Street, #300 Oregon, IL 61061-1634 on or before March 9, 2015, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-14-19386 NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt collector. Feb. 5, 12, 19, 2015
F13110419 CPN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY- OREGON, ILLINOIS Champion Mortgage Company Plaintiff, vs. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; David C. Miller; Susan M. Rains; Debra J. Gale aka Debra Gale; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Marilyn J. Miller; CERT MAIL HUD; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. 14 CH 12 Property Address: 504 Illinois Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on August 15, 2014, I, Sheriff, Michael R. Harn of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on March 20, 2015 , commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Administrative Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: THE EAST 1/2 OF LOTS 5 AND 6 IN BLOCK 48 OF B.T. PHELP'S ADDITION TO THE TOWN, NOW CITY OF OREGON, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 504 Illinois Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 P.I.N.: 16-03-109-015 First Mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $88088.61 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Ogle County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2015
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS
Nationstar Mortgage, LLC PLAINTIFF
PIN (07) 02-33-186-008 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 606 S. 2nd Avenue, Forreston, IL 61030 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 twentyfour (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 14-14-12770. Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2015
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC. PLAINTIFF VS UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES PALLASCH A/K/A JAMES H PALLASCH A/K/A JAMES HAROLD PALLASCH, IF ANY; JONATHAN C PALLASCH; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DENNIS RILEY, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR JAMES PALLASCH A/K/A JAMES H. PALLASCH A/K/A JAMES HAROLD PALLASCH, IF ANY; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 111 6 SOUTH SEMINARY AVENUE MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES PALLASCH A/K/A JAMES H. PALLASCH A/K/A JAMES HAROLD PALLASCH, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 3 IN BLOCK 1 OF SEMINARY SQUARE ADDITION TO THE TOWN, NOW VILLAGE OF MOUNT MORRIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK A OF PLATS PAGE 207 AS DOCUMENT NO. 76289, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 6 SOUTH SEMINARY AVENUE, MOUNT MORRIS, IL 61054 and which said Mortgage was made by, JAMES PALLASCH A/K/A JAMES H PALLASCH A/K/A JAMES HAROLD PALLASCH DECEASED; Mortgagor (s), to M.E.R.S., INC. AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of OGLE County, Illinois, as Document No. 0408274; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, Ron McDermott Clerk of the Court 106 S. FIFTH ST. STE 300 Oregon, Illinois 61061 on or before March 9, 2015, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES Attorneys for Plaintiff Thirteenth Floor 1 North Dearborn Chicago, Illinois 60602 Tel. (312) 346-9088 Fax (312) 346-1557
Nationstar Mortgage, LLC PLAINTIFF
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Rubin Rogin; et. al. DEFENDANTS 13 CH 00105 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/5/2014, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 3/20/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT THREE (3) IN BLOCK TWENTY-THREE, IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN, NOW VILLAGE OF FORRESTON, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Vs.
Rubin Rogin; et. al. DEFENDANTS 13 CH 00105 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/5/2014, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 3/20/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN (07) 02-33-186-008 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 606 S. 2nd Avenue, Forreston, IL 61030 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) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-1412770. Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2015
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS 14 CH 00023 The First National Bank & Trust Company of Rochelle PLAINTIFF Vs. David R. Gossage; et. al. DEFENDANTS 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 9/19/2014, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 3/6/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 25-23-204-004 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 302 W. Cederholm Street Creston, IL 60113 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 14-14-03932. I642008 January 29, February 5, 12, 2015
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F13110419 CPN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY- OREGON, ILLINOIS Champion Mortgage Company Plaintiff, vs. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; David C. Miller; Susan M. Rains; Debra J. Gale aka Debra Gale; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Marilyn J. Miller; CERT MAIL - HUD; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. 14 CH 12 Property Address: 504 Illinois Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on August 15, 2014, I, Sheriff, Michael R. Harn of Ogle County, Illinois, will hold a sale on March 20, 2015 , commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Administrative Building, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 504 Illinois Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 P.I.N.: 16-03-109-015 First Mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $88088.61 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507 (c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Ogle County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2015
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.SIMON A. AVERY AKA SIMON AVERY, TAMERA AVERY AKA TAMERA L. AVERY Defendant 14 CH 24 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on March 5, 2015, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 102 SOUTH MABEL STREET, Davis Junction, IL 61020 Property Index No. 11-22-281-004. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $101,086.46. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1) (h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14020294. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14020294 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 14 CH 24 TJSC#: 35-1691 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2015
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Local manufacturer looking for a full-time straight side/transfer press operator/set-up person. This is a full time position. High school diploma/GED required. 1-3 years minimum hands on straight side/transfer press experience preferred. Ability to read and interpret dimensions by use of calipers, micrometers, height gauges, tape measures, etc. Detail oriented, self motivated and self directed. Works well with deadlines. Works well in a team environment or alone. Understanding of machining and metal forming. Job duties include, but not limited to: • Set-up and operate transfer/straight side presses • Monitor production process and inspection of parts • Blueprint reading required • Use of multiple measuring devices used in the manufacturing process • Mechanical aptitude preferred • Forklift operation required. Benefits include: • 401k plan • Health and dental insurance • Paid vacation time & sick pay • Eyelet Products is an equal opportunity employer
Send inquires/resume to P.O. Box 763, Dixon, IL 61021 or email to frdesk@eyeletproducts.com
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLESTATE OF ILLINOIS
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3BR 2 full baths, refrig., stove, dishwasher, w/d, new furnace & a/c this yr., deck & handicapped ramp, storage shed, $24,000 815-973-5601
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ROCK FALLS 1 BR $375 Hampton Apts. 815-625-7043 2BR Duplex, + applcs. No pets. $495/mo. + dep. 815-718-1784 THICKSTEN APTS. 1 & 2 BR houses 815-499-4217
STERLING 2BR downstairs apt, stove & fridge furn., water & garbage fees incl., C/A, no pets, 1401 E. 4th St., $500/mo. + $500 dep. 815441-1912. 2BR, $420 815-562-7368 Rochelle Realty Sinnissippi Townhomes First Mo. Free! Spacious 2 BR. 2 story townhomes. Central air, good location. Laundry hookup. (815)6261130.
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Spacious 2BR apt. Stove, refrig. furn. 307 W. 3rd in Dixon, Lease/dep. Req. office space. 900 $460/mo. Inc. sewFORRESTON sq. ft. water & er & garbage P/U. garbage furnished. H&H Rental $500/mo. + $500 Lower 2BR, C/A, Properties LLC dep. 815-284-7609 W/D.815-938-2211 815-625-7995 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS 14 CH 00023 The First National Bank & Trust Company of Rochelle PLAINTIFF Vs. David R. Gossage; et. al. DEFENDANTS
OLD SECOND NATIONAL BANK, f/k/a OLD SECOND BANK-KANE COUNTY Plaintiff, vs. STEVEN L. RUSSELL, LISA A. RUSSELL, TYLER RUSSELL, TANNER RUSSELL, JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. 15 CH 8 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE BY PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, NonRecord Claimants and all Unknown Owners, Defendants in the above-entitled cause, that the above-entitled Mortgage Foreclosure action was filed on January 23, 2015 and is now pending. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above. The name of the titleholders of record is Steven L. Russell. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Lot Thirty-nine (39) in Mongan and Etnyre Subdivision in part of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of section 33, Township 24 North, Range 10 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Book H of Plats, Page 49 in the Recorder's Office of Ogle County Illinois; situated in the Township of Rockvale, the County of Ogle and the State of Illinois. Common Address: 1324 N. Illinois Route 2, Oregon, IL 61061 P.I.N. No.: 09-33-476-002 A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 1324 N. Illinois Route 2, Oregon, IL 61061 An identification of the Mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: Names of Mortgagors: Steven L. Russell and Lisa A. Russell Name of Mortgagee: Old Second Bank-Kane County Date of Mortgage: April 16, 2004 Date of Recording: April 23, 2004 County Where Recorded: Ogle County, Illinois Recording Document Identification: 0404700 NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, Non-Record Claimants and Unknown Owners, Defendants, file your answer to the Complaint for Foreclosure in this cause or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Circuit Court of the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 S. Fifth Street, Suite 300, Oregon, Illinois 61061 on or before the March 9, 2015, default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure. Circuit Clerk Kim M. Casey ARDC #6181726 HolmstromKennedyPC 800 North Church Street P.O. Box 589 Rockford, IL 61105 (815) 962-7071 Feb. 5, 12, 19, 2015
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 9/19/2014, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 3/6/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ONE (1) IN BLOCK TWENTY-SIX (26) IN THE VILLAGE OF CRESTON, FORMERLY CALLED DEMENT; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 25-23-204-004 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 302 W. Cederholm Street Creston, IL 60113 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 14-14-03932. I642008 January 29, February 5 & 12, 2015
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.SIMON A. AVERY AKA SIMON AVERY, TAMERA AVERY AKA TAMERA L. AVERY Defendant 14 CH 24 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on March 5, 2015, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS NINE (9) AND ELEVEN (11) IN BLOCK FOURTEEN (14) OF DAVIS' ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF DAVIS JUNCTION, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 102 SOUTH MABEL STREET, Davis Junction, IL 61020 Property Index No. 11-22-281-004. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $101,086.46. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14020294. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14020294 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 14 CH 24 TJSC#: 35-1691 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Feb. 12, 19, 26, 2015
Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, February 12, 2015, Page B10
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FARMLAND, HOUSE & BUILDINGS ESTATE AUCTION Monday, March 16th, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. Sale to be held at: The Auction Shed 900 South Division Ave. Polo, IL 61064 OPEN TENANCY FOR 2015 CROP YEAR
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1992 Chevy half ton 4x4 15,000mi. On a new short block. New tires, exhaust, western pro series snow auto tilt plow blade. Serviced at Vaessen Brothers since new. $5,000 815-790-6985
Household, Tools, Miscellaneous, Mower - Kelvinator refrigerator; microwaves; usual kitchenware, pots, pans, dishware, etc; tables & chairs; lg serving cart; hutch; china cabinet; metal kitchen cupboard; Presto pressure cooker; sofas; loveseat; recliners; coffee & end tables; lamps; book shelves; mirrors; beds; dressers; chests; quilt rack; jewelry armoire; cedar chest; linens, bedding & quilts; knick knacks; paintings & prints; computer; lots of books (some old); Warren County map; games; VCR, CD’s, etc; Tye dolls; rack full of Longaberger baskets & accessories; javelin; golf clubs; tackle boxes; totes; vacuums; fans; walkers; metal corner shelf; yard & garden tools; lawn swing; few wood working tools; scroll saw; Craftsman 10” radial arm saw; misc hardware; bar clamps; ext & step ladders; metal shelves; misc lumber; air compressor; Ranch King lawn cart; wheel barrow; Honda FG110 tiller; Troy-Bilt Bronco tiller; Simplicity Prestige 23hp riding mower; lots more. Collectibles – Guns - Vintage Murray & Oliver pedal tractors, tricycle & kick scooter; Hoosier kitchen cabinet (nice); marble top parlor tables; drop leaf walnut table; cane bottom chairs; sm china cabinet; rd tables & chairs; oak coffee table; hall tree w/ umbrella stands; wicker wheel chair; piano bench; Franklin treadle sewing machine; 2 commodes w/missing doors; display cabinet (Key City Furniture Co - Dubuque, IA); oak desk; phone seat; chrome chairs; walnut bed; walnut chest w/hanky drawers; milk can (decorated); dress form; The Swift Mill Lane Brothers coffee grinder, Poughkeepsie, NY; Arcade coffee grinder w/cup; iron plant stand; 2 wood pails w/lids; 50lb hanging scale; Muller Pinehurst milk box; metal umbrella holder; egg baskets; Airline Six radio; Leich Electric wood wall mt telephone; sq wood coffee grinder; butter churns - Dazey #40 glass, New Style White Cedar 4 gal wood, & wood upright; wool winder; 4qt water cooler; lg selection of nice crocks, 10 gal Red Wing, butter churn, jugs, etc; blue & gray granite ranch pots; old fruit jars; apple peeler; old toaster; 8 drawer wood spice box; 3 canister jars w/lids; Sterno Kitchenette; cast iron corn bread pans; rectangle wood bowl; lg wood spoon; wood mallet; Indestructo #4 dipper; old seed & flour sacks; milk bottles - Rock Falls Dairy qt, Hey Bros qt, JW Haywood qt, Bowman qt; old tins, some cigarette; Polo adv items; lots of post cards (some local incl Mt.Morris, Dixon, Union Stockyards); misc size ironing boards; kerosene lamps & brackets; sheet music; old newspaper of end of WWI; old photos; tin types; ladies high top shoes; stereoscope & cards; hair receivers; Indian arrow w/head; Shirley Temple book & paper dolls; Dione Quintuplets book; Sambo game; assorted dolls & clothes; porcelain dolls & parts; metal doll buggy; sm & lg doll beds; Wizard child’s refrigerator; Hull & Weller pottery; 2 sm soap stone mugs; 3 various size Sleepy Eye pitchers; some flow blue dishes; various tea cups & saucers; Noritake Colburn china; silver plate items; various steins; BB Guns - Benjamin Franklin .177 Model 347, Daisy .177 Model 880, Daisy .177 Model 1894; Guns - Savage Fox Model B 20ga double barrel; Savage Model 11L left handed 270 win, bolt action w/ scope; Springfield Armory XDM AMM, case; Stevens 12ga single shot, case; Crosman Pumpmaster 760; Browning .32 w/holster; Colt Police Positive Special .32-20 WCF; Colt Super .38 w/case & 2 clips; Colt Python .357 Magnum, 4”; Colt Python .357 Magnum, 8” w/case; Colt MK.IV Gold Cup National Match Series 80 w/case & 4 clips; Silver Snipe P. Beretta-Gardone V.T. 12ga, O/U, rib; American Arms Silver 12ga, O/U, 3”; 2 Winchester Model 24-12ga, double; 2 - 1912 Winchester Model 12, 16ga; Winchester Model 12, 12ga; Winchester Model 42-410, 3”; Winchester Model 25, 12ga; Remington Model 17, 20ga; Browning Lightning 12ga, O/U, rib; Remington Model 121 .22; Heckler & Koch 12ga, double; Ammo - 7.62, 30-06, 9mm, box brass; plus more misc items. Auctioneers: Polo, IL 61064 Lenny Bryson (IL#440000158) 815-946-4120 Mark Ebert (IL#440000341) 815-946-2809 Clerks: Public Auction Service Lyle & Sheryl Hopkins (IL#440000185) 815-946-2660 or 800-848-9519
Tract 1: 80 Acres +/Tract 2: 125 Acres +/Tract 3: 25 Acres +/-
Open house Saturday, February 21st 1-3 P.M.
Tract 4: 2 Acres +/- with house & garage 2055 Mound Hill Road, Dixon, IL Tract 5: 3 Acres +/- with house, garage, outbuildings & bin 2037 Mound Hill Road, Dixon, IL
For complete listing of sale bill, maps, soil maps, photos, tax info, terms & conditions, etc. go to www.lennybrysonauctioneer.com
Terms - Cash, good check, Master Card, Visa, Discover and American Express credit cards. All items must be settled for day of sale. Number system will be used, have proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or merchandise after sold.
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13 Ford Explorer XLT
12 Ford Focus Hatch Back SEL
10 Ford Flex
NADA ADA ..................... $33 $33,700 700 Dixon Discount ....... $2,177
NADA DA ..................... $15 $15,900 90 Dixon Discount ....... $1,902
OUR $ * PRICE 31,523
YOUR $ * PRICE 14,000
4X4
STK# BF8521A
NADA ..................... $19,300 Dixon Discount ....... $2,557
CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED
Stk# GP5044
Stk# GP5033A
YOUR $ * PRICE 16,743
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11 Toyota Corolla
11 Mazda 6 Sedan NADA A ..................... $$14,,825
NADA ..................... $11,825 Dixon Discount ....... $2,825
Dixon Discount .......... $825
NADA ADA ..................... $19 $19,375 37 Dixon Discount ....... $1,182
WOW UNDER $10,000*
GREAT FIRST CAR!
YOUR $ * PRICE 14,000
Stk# GP5053
13 Toyota Prius C Hatch Back ONLY 14,000 MILES
YOUR $ * PRICE 9,000
Stk# EE8595A
Stk# BE8459A
YOUR $ * PRICE 18,193
One Plan: To Sell All Vehicles Without Having The Pressure Of Negotiating A Price.
08 GMC Sierra Crew Cab
13 Ford C-MAX Hatch Back
11 Ford Escape
NADA DA ..................... $22 $22,300 30 Dixon Discount ....... $3,300
NADA DA ..................... $21 $21,100 10 Dixon Discount ....... $2,109
NADA ..................... $18,975 Dixon Discount ....... $1,662
YOUR $ * PRICE 19,000
YOUR $ * PRICE 18,991
YOUR $ * PRICE 17,313
WHAT A LOOKER!
Stk# FE8025A
HYBRID
Stk# FF8663B
CLEAN
Stk# GP4989A
One Goal: To Provide A Hassle Free Buying Experience.
12 Ford Edge S
NADA DA ..................... $23 $23,850 8 Dixon Discount ....... $1,347
NADA A ..................... $12 $12,825 Dixon Discount ....... $1,249
NADA DA ..................... $11 $11,100 1 Savings.................... $1,327
ALL WHEEL DRIVE!
Stk# BF8591A
12 Mazda 3 Sedan
11 Ford Focus Sedan
YOUR $ * PRICE 22,503
Stk# AE8472A
GREAT GAS MILEAGE
YOUR $ * PRICE 9,773
Stk# GP5054
YOUR $ * PRICE 11,576
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159/MO.
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12-14 CHEVY CRUZE 12-14 FORD FOCUS SE
8
8 Cruzes in Stock
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12 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE 14 CHEVY IMPALA
Spring Fun!
189/MO.**
$
1 Owner, Purchased New Locally
Only 11,000 miles, Like New
219/MO.**
219/MO.**
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8 Captivas In Stock!
248/MO.
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11-13 GMC ACADIAS
$
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248/MO.
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13 LINCOLN MKZ
278/MO.
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175/MO.**
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Low Miles
189/MO.**
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13 CHEVY MALIBU 12 CHEVY MALIBU LTZ
Low Miles,
3 to Choose
219/MO.**
$
Loaded, Factory Warranty,
9 Escapes in Stock
FROM
278/MO.
$
Loaded, Low Miles
219/MO.**
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V-6, 3rd Seat, Only 11,000 Miles
278/MO.
$
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6 Traverses in Stock
All with Factory Warranty & Low Miles
FROM
278/MO.**
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14 CHRYSLER T&C TOURING 13 BUICK ENCORE
Leather, DVD,
FROM
3 to Choose
292/MO.
$
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13 FORD ESCAPE 14 DODGE JOURNEY SXT 11-12 CHEVY TRAVERSES
Loaded, Like New
6 in stock
$
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13-14 CHEVY CAPTIVA 12 TOYOTA CAMRY SE
Only 10,000 Miles, Like New
Only 10,000 Miles
Focuses in Stock
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159/MO.
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14 CHEVY SONIC 14 NISSAN SENTRA
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292/MO.**
$
Low Miles, Great MPG
278/MO.**
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Loaded, Only 15,000 Miles
307/MO.**
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“My own financing on my own car!!!”
-Brent did an awesome job getting me approved to buy a car on my own. He was really easy to deal with and I had an awesome experience! Zach Lyerla
“The hot cinnamon rolls were excellent!”
Morrison, Illinois
-Everyone there was so gracious, and with no pressure to buy! Dan Danreiter got us a great deal! We will definitely be back in the future! Chuck and Pauline Meuer Ashton, Illinois
“Great Deal!”
-Dan was great to deal with and Greg was willing to negotiate.”
“These guys know how to treat a Lady!”
Kim at Lambert Drilling Dixon, Illinois
I had been to quite a few car dealerships in the last 10 days since totaling my car. I am sure glad I met Brent and the nice boys down at Majeski’s. They made a lady feel comfortable buying a car on her own. Cynthia McCombs Sterling, Illinois
For my first car purchase, this was a great experience, and I know I got a great deal. “Love my new Charger”
McCormick’s Nursery/Andrew McCormick Sterling, Illinois
We had a great experience working with Brent, and would recommend anyone looking for a nice used car to come take a look! Barb and Matt Gaul Polo, Illinois
“Nice People”
Wonderful Experience! Thank you for making this an easy purchase! We are repeat customers for a reason! Mellissa and James Edwards Sterling, Illinois
“17th Vehicle Purchased!!!”
This is the 17th car I have bought from Greg since he started selling in 1993! We loved working with Dan, his knowledge of automobiles is unparalleled! Jeff Brecnieuar Franklin Grove, Illinois *Plus tax, title, license & doc fee.**75 Months @ 2.9%, includes tax, title, license & doc fee with approved credit. ^With approved credit. Photos for illustration only.