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State Wrestling
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Ethan Cain represented the Polo-Forreston wrestling team at the state tournament. B1
The annual Ogle County 4-H Penny Carnival is March 8. B5
The Ogle County 911 was recognized by NCMEC recently. A10
School buses slides into ditch on icy roadway By Vinde Wells Editor School started a little later than expected Feb. 20 for students on four buses in western Ogle County. Icy gravel roads put a Forrestville Valley bus in a snow-filled ditch, while further south three Polo buses found themselves going nowhere due to the lack of traction. The Forrestville Valley bus was carrying 45 elementary, junior high, and high school students when it slipped off
the ice-coated gravel surface around 7:30 a.m. in the 6000 block of West Lightsville Road approximately six miles northeast of Forreston. Ogle County Sheriff Michael Harn, who was first to arrive on the scene, said the students were shaken up but unharmed. Interim Superintendent Jane Eichman said the students were transferred to another bus that transported them on to school. Harn said Leaf River Township Road Commissioner Anthony
Peterson spread a truckload of gravel at the scene, and Maryland Township Road Commissioner Stu Meyers used a road grader to pull the bus back onto the roadway. Meanwhile, Polo buses were having their own problems getting around after an icy mix of precipitation coated roads in the early morning hours. Police Chief Dennis Christen said that while none of the buses slipped off the roadways, the roads were so slick that travel became impossible, especially as the
drivers attempted to negotiate hills and intersections. One bus became immobilized on Valentine Road between Canada and Oregon Trail Roads approximately five miles northeast of Polo. A few miles away, another lost traction trying to make a turn at Summerhill and Canada Roads, and the third couldn’t climb a hill on West Branch Road north of Ill. 64. Christen said the township Maryland Township Road Commissioner Stu Meyers road commissioners assisted prepares to hook a chain from the road grader to a Forrestville Valley school bus that slid into the ditch Feb. by spreading gravel.
20 on ice-covered Lightsville Road northeast of Adeline. Photo courtesy of the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department
Forreston spells success during Regional Bee By Kathleen Schultz Sauk Valley Media
Anna Snider of Forreston Jr. High reacts to winning the Lee/Ogle Regional Spelling Bee Thursday morning. Snider will be competing at the national bee in Washington D.C. Photo by Alex Paschal
Weather adds days to school year By Vinde Wells Editor Forrestville Valley students and teachers will go to school a few extra days thanks to this winter’s cold, snow, and ice. “Inclement weather has wreaked havoc on us,� Interim Superintendent Jane Eichman told the school board last week. So far, the district has cancelled school on seven days due to the weather, Eichman told the board Feb. 19. “It’s my 41st year in education, and I don’t remember ever using seven days before,� she said. The board approved Eichman’s recommendation
to make up the five “snow� days built into the school calendar, apply for two Act of God days, and add two make-up days for teachers. As a result, the last day of student attendance will be June 2, and the final day for teachers will be June 4. Act of God days must be approved by the regional superintendent and the state superintendent. Students will not have to make up those two days, once they are approved, and the district will not lose state aid for them, Eichman said. The teachers, however, must work the two days to fulfill the terms of their contract.
Following a two-hour closed session, the board took action on several personnel matters, including approving one percent raise for all noncertified staff members. Prior to the closed session, district maintenance coordinator Merrell Pommerening asked the board to consider basing raises on merit rather than giving all employees the same increase. He thanked the board for the one percent annual increase the non-certified staff has received since 2007, but said he believes instead the raises should be based on evaluations that employees receive from their supervisors.
“Right now everyone gets the same increase. I just don’t think that’s correct,� Pommerening said. In other personnel matters, the board: s APPROVED INITIATING A contract with the Illinois Association of School Boards for a superintendent search, s APPROVED THE RESIGNATION of Heather Schiesher as junior high assistant track coach, s APPROVED THE RETIREMENT of long-time band director Chip Braker at the end of the current school year, s REJECTED HIRING +IRK Janicke as high school head softball coach, and s REJECTED HIRING JEFF 'ROBE as high school coaching aide.
Ogle County eighthgraders were like two brainiac bookends up on the stage, politely battling it out for the title of queen bee. Brunette and bespectacled Lena Baumann, Polo, bold and confident was on one side of the stage. Tall, blond Anna Snider, Forreston, reserved and intense, was on the other. It was Round 22, and 24 other spellers from grades three through eight had been eliminated. It was down to the two slim 14-year-olds. Heifer, Lena spelled. Wainscot, Anna lobbed back. Guillotine. Troika. Taupe. Glasnost. Beleaguer. Perennial. Banzai. Eiderdown. Neither gave an inch. The audience waited in the
darkened auditorium, silent and still. Then the inevitable. Hippopotamus. H-i-p-p-ot-a-m-u-s. Immediately, Lena knew her mistake. Anna’s turn. She spelled forsythia, to finish round 28, then camphor, to take Round 29. With that, and a sweet, subdued smile, Anna Snider, the Forreston Junior High School spelling champ, became the winner of the 2014 Lee-Ogle Regional Spelling Bee, held Feb. 20 in the Dixon High School auditorium. She won an all-expensespaid trip for two to National Harbor, Md., just south of Washington, D.C., to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee at the end of May. She will take her Turn to A3
Annual FFA Toy Show is March 8 The Forreston FFA Alumni will be holding their 26th Annual Toy Show &Craft Fair on Saturday, March 8, 2014. This event will be held in the Forreston Jr. /Sr. High School building from 9 AM to 3 PM. The Toy Show will be held in the Forreston High School gym and the Craft Fair will be held in the Forreston Junior High School gym and cafeteria. A wide variety of items will be available from
vendors at this event. The Toy Show and Craft Fair were created to help people spend a day with friends and families as well as provide funds to support the Forreston High School Agriculture and FFA programs. This is the 26th year of the Forreston FFA Alumni Toy Show. The Toy Show will feature toy tractors, farm equipment, memorabilia, and collectibles. The event features over 100 tables of
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vendors that come from all over the Midwest. The Forreston FFA Alumni will also have Oliver 1950 toy tractors for sale. In addition to the show, there will be a non-sanctioned kiddie tractor pull beginning at 1:00 PM. The Craft Fair will have a large number of vendors offering crafts,food, candles, and other items. On the day of the event the Forreston FFA Alumni will
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be raffling off $200 and $100 gift certificates at Eickman’s Processing in Seward. Lunch will be available from the FFA Alumni as well. If you need more specific information regarding the show, log on to www.forrestonffaalumni. org,email FFA Advisor Robert Nelson at rnelson@ fvdistrict221.org,call Rick Garnhart for the Toy Show at 815-238-3044, or Cathy Forreston Junior High student Anna Snider holds her Kohlbauer for the Craft Fair first place trophy. at 815-275-6710.
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Church breakfasts are planned Join in at the Leaf River This month’s meal will be biscuits, fruit, milk, orange United Methodist Church the served on March 9 from 9:30 juice, coffee, and water. second Sunday of each month to 10 a.m. Free will donations will be for breakfast before worship The menu will include accepted. services. sausage gravy and Worship and Sunday School
will follow at 10:30 a.m.. The Leaf River United Methodist Church is located at 104 E. Third St. (Ill. 72), Leaf River.
Chili luncheon is served March 2 Prairie Dell Church, 16032 W. Coffman Road, Shannon, will hold a chili luncheon on Sunday, March 2 from noon to 3 p.m. Tickets may be purchased
from church members or Kristi Hammer at 815-8642085, at First State Bank of Shannon, and at the door. The cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children under six.
The meal consists of homemade chili and chicken noodle soup, ham and turkey sandwiches, dessert, and drink will be served. All proceeds go to the
Shannon/Lanark Pantry and Forreston Community New Life Pantry. The basement entrance on the west side of the church is handicapped accessible.
Fundraiser will benefit students Forreston Junior and Senior High School is holding a fundraiser in cooperation with Barnes & Noble at Cherry Vale Mall on Sunday, March 2 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Every purchase of Barnes & Noble books, music, DVDs,
1,000 Points Forreston’s Maggie Curry finished her high school carreer by reaching the 1,000th point mark. Photo supplied
Prayer service will be held on March 9 The Leaf River United Methodist Church will host a prayer service on Sunday, March 9 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to join us as we pray for healing of illnesses - for those attending or loved ones, for emotional
healing, and for healing of our community and nation. Together we share our joys and divide our sorrows. The Leaf River United Methodist Church is located at 104 E. Third St. (Ill. 72), Leaf River.
educational toys and games, and items from the cafe will result in a 15 percent cash back to the school. Proceeds will be used to purchase books for the library. Special events will be held throughout the day, including facepainting, cupcake
decorating, performances from the school band, a craft table, story time, and a basket give away. Anyone unable to attend is invited to support the fundraising effort by purchasing items on-line.
Visit the Barnes & Noble website and shop from home using the school’s special ID to ensure it receives credit. On-line shopping will be available from March 2 - 7. The website is www. bn.com/bookfairs and the ID number is 11300977.
Annual antique show is planned Roland and Doug Munda are no strangers to the Oregon area, as they have offered expert antique appraisals for the Woman’s Club Annual Antique Show for the past seven years. Roland was introduced to the world of antiques at an early age and in 1956 opened an antique store at his home in Freeport. This progressed into his becoming an auctioneer in
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the 1960s. His son, Doug, was surrounded by antiques and their history his entire life and so it was only natural for him to join his father in the family auction business. Munda Auctions operates at 1235 S. Adams Ave., Freeport, and specialize in antiques, collectibles, jewelry and general household items. Weekly auctions provide
live in-house and Internet bidding opportunities. Join the fun and uncover Granddad’s old pocket watch, Mom’s favorite brooch, or that tin toy you played with as a child and bring it to be appraised on Sunday, March 24 at the Woman’s Club 63rd Annual Antique Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Blackhawk Center on Jefferson Street, Oregon.
Allow plenty of time to enjoy the 52 antique dealers exhibiting their items for sale and don’t forget to stop for a snack provided by the Kiwanis Club. Small treasures will be verbally appraised for $5 per item. For a larger item, supply several photos. If a written appraisal is needed, discuss the details with Roland and Doug.
Polo Toy Show will be held at PCHS March 1 Toys tractors, farm equipment, and more will be featured at the 29th annual Polo Farm Toy Show on Saturday, March 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Polo High
School, 100 Union Ave., Polo. The Polo Lions Club is the sponsor of the event. Approximately 100 dealers will attending with a wide
Weather Forecast Colder than normal but turning warmer than normal March 1-16. Moisture about normal, but flooding possible. Best chances for storms are 28-1, 2-4, and 7-8. Ice storms still possible. A little windier than normal. Winter nearly over; about time.
variety of items. A 50-50 drawing will be held. The Polo Boosters will serve lunch in the school cafeteria. Admission is $2 for adults and children under 12 are admitted free. The school is handicapped accessible. For information call Dave and Irene Short at 815-9463730.
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Forreston Journal Serving the Forreston area since 1865 The Forreston Journal is published weekly by Ogle County Newspapers, a division of the B.F. Shaw Printing Co. The Forreston Journal was founded in 1865 by C.E. Slocum as the Forreston Herald. He later changed the name to Forreston Journal. The newspaper was purchased by Wesley W. Buckley in 1910. He died in December 1917, and the newspaper was taken over by his wife, Susan. In 1927, John J. Wagner and G.C. Terry, co-owners of the Tri-County Press, Polo, purchased the Forreston Journal. Terry bought out Wagner's interest in 1930, and the newspaper stayed in the Terry family until 1977, when Danny C. Terry sold out to B.F. Shaw Printing of Dixon, publisher of the Dixon Telegraph. Ogle County Newspapers also prints the Oregon Republican Reporter, Mt. Morris Times and Tri-County Press.
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Polo’s Aplington Middle School student Lena Baumann reacts to misspelling “hippopotamus� with just her and eventual winner Anna Snider left to compete. Photo by Alex Paschal
mom, Stephanie; father Matt will hold down the fort at home. Anna also won a $100 U.S. savings bond, a Webster’s Third New International Dictionary, and an online subscription to Encyclopedia Britannica. This was Anna’s third time at the regional bee. In a manner reminiscent of Helen Keller, she used her fingers to spell the words in her hand, a method a few of the other kids used, as well. “I’m a visual learner,� said Anna, a future physician. “It’s so I can see the word.� Aplington Middle School’s Lena Baumann, who has designs on becoming an architect, took second. The Polo teen, daughter of Mike
and Donna Baumann, won a Kindle Fire and a MerriamWebster’s Collegiate Dictionary. Ashton-Franklin Center eighth-grader Jonah Awalt, of Ashton, a strong contender all the way through Round 21, when he stumbled over that first “h� in diphthong, won a $40 gift certificate to Books on First in Dixon. Anna and her cousin Christian Groenewold, son of Dawn and Guy Groenewold, Forreston, kept the Forreston Junior High spelling bee in the family. Christian was the local runner-up and Anna’s alternate to the regional competition. All 26 participants got trophies for winning their school’s contest.
The roster From Ackman to Zeigler, all 26 contestants in Thursday’s Lee/Ogle Regional Spelling Bee already were winners: Each participant is this year’s top speller at his or her school. They are: Jacob Ackman, fifthgrader, St. Mary Elementary School, Dixon. Jonah Awalt, eighthgrader, AFC Middle School, Franklin Grove. Lena Baumann, eighthgrader, Aplington Middle School, Polo. Sam Benson, fifth-grader, Paw Paw Elementary School. Owen Dunseth, third-
grader, Monroe Center Grade School. Ian Eller, fourth-grader, Amboy Central Elementary. Kelly Grim, seventh-grader, Byron Middle School. Logan Griswold, sixthgrader Reagan Middle School, Dixon. Juila Hoelzer, eighth-grader, Paw Paw Junior High School. McAuley Humphrey, fifthgrader, Oregon Elementary School. Brielle Jackson, eighthgrader, St. Paul Lutheran School, Rochelle. Grace Johnson, fifthgrader, Jefferson Elementary
School, Dixon. Crue Larsen, fifth-grader, Tilton Elementary School, Rochelle. Celia Loeffelholz, fifthgrader, Kings Elementary School, Rochelle. Makenna Malarchik, fourth-grader, Central Elementary School, Rochelle. Dominick Mazzarisi, eighth-grader, Rochelle Middle School. Ella McKinney, fourthgrader, May Elementary School, Rochelle. Clayton Metheny, eighthgrader, David L. Rahn Junior High School, Mount Morris. Azeneth Milan, fifth-
grader, Lincoln Elementary School, Rochelle. Taylor Miller, fifth-grader, Forreston Grade School. Logan Moody, thirdgrader, Lincoln Elementary School, Dixon. Kaitlyn Ortgiesen, seventh-grader, Amboy Junior High School. Jason Riddell, fourth-grader, Steward Elementary School. Anna Snider, eighth-grader, Forreston Junior High School. Kirsten Tunink, eighth-grader, St. Anne School, Dixon. Rebekah Zeigler, thirdgrader, Centennial Elementary School, Polo.
Soup supper is served March 8 The German Valley to 7:30 p.m. at the German chili, chicken noodle soup, appreciated. Proceeds from Firemen will serve their Valley Fire Station. grilled cheese sandwiches, the supper will be used to annual soup supper on pie, and beverages. purchase equipment. Saturday, March 8 from 4 The menu will include Donations will be
Pancake supper set for March 4 The Youth of Faith Lutheran Church, Forreston, will sponsor a pancake and sausage supper on Tuesday, March 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $3 for children
and $6 for adults. Pancakes, sausage, applesauce, juice, and coffee will be served. Everyone is welcome to come and help support the
youth of Faith Church The money will be used towards their trip to the Quake Event in April. They will gather with other youth from all over and learn
how their faith can become real, renew their faith and make it stronger and also learn how use their faith in everyday activities.
School Lunch Menus Forreston Grade School March 3-7 Monday: breakfast pizza, fresh broccoli, mandarin oranges. Tuesday: tortellini w/ meat sauce, green beans, applesauce, Texas toast. Wednesday: hamburger on bun w/lettuce and cheese, baby bakers, pears. Thursday: chicken nuggets, mashed sweet potatoes, mixed fruit, cookie.
Friday: fish sandwich, baked beans, sliced apples. A choice of 1 percent white milk or skim chocolate milk is served at each meal. Menu is subject to change without notice. German Valley Grade School Menus March 3-7 Monday: waffle stix, sausage patty, hash brown, banana.
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Mr. and Mrs. Alan Schabacker, Byron, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on March 7. Alan Schabacker and Sharon Sabin were married at the Byron United Church on March 7, 1964 by Rev. Herbert Nabb. They are the parents of Mike (Tracy) Schabacker, Cindy (Brian) Leden, Emily (Dan) Smeltzer, Matt (Danielle) Schabacker and Amy Lyn Schabacker (deceased). They have six grandchildren: Connor, Evan, Daniel, Jason, Meredith, and Malcolm. They will celebrate with a family weekend together at Eagle Ridge in Galena. Those wishing to send greetings may send them to 8978 N. Hedge Rd., Byron, IL 61010.
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Caitlin Lindsay and Jason Patrick Blau
Caitlin Lindsay Mordan and Jason Patrick Blau were married Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013 at the Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa, Galena. The bride is the daughter of Mark and Karen Mordan, Oregon. The groom is the son of Robert Blau, Ottumwa, Iowa. Attendants for the bride and groom were Holly Heisdorf, Chelsey Diehl, Sara Barnett, Angela Daniels, Kelli Jagmin, Joshua Murray, Colby Hayes, Benjamin Lemon, Jacob Blau, and Erik Mordan. The bride is a 2006 graduate of Oregon High School and a 2010 and 2012
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Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dilbeck Jr., Oregon, recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Charles and the former Phyllis Helman were married Feb. 15, 1954. graduate of the University They are the parents of of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, Robert (deceased), Daniel with a bachelors degree in (Mary Jo), Winnebago, Betty biology and a certification in Perfusion. She is currently a perfusionist at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. The groom is 2001 a Jacob L. Kleveland graduate of Ottumwa High Jacob L. Kleveland, Mt. School and a 2009 graduate of Morris, has been named to fall the University of Iowa, Iowa dean’s list at the University City, Iowa, with a bachelors of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. degree in economics. He is an architecture He is currently working undergraduate. in pharmaceuticals and is a student of nursing at Jacob O. Kenney Rochester Community Air National Guard Airman Technical College, 1st Class Jacob O. Kenney, Rochester, Minn. Oregon, graduated from basic The new couple resides in military training at Joint Base Rochester, Minn. San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Kenney is the son of Kimberly and Stephen Kenney, Oregon.
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Couple exchange wedding vows Mary Ginter, formerly of Mt. Morris, and Jeff Thormahlen, Prophetstown, were wed on Nov. 2, 2013 at 3 p.m. at the Yorktown Chapel, Yorktown, officiated by Butch McNinch. A reception followed at Deer Valley Country Club, Deer Grove. The bride is the daughter of Dan and Sara Ginter, Elkhart, Ill., and the groom is the son of David and Debra Thormahlen, Prophetstown. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore an A-line dress made of taffeta with lace appliquÊs. Maid of honor was Ashli Blackburn, Oregon, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Alisha Wetzell, Tampico, Malorie Wetzell, Prophetstown, and Bree Tedrick, Rock Falls. Junior Bridesmaids were Renee and Madison Pedersen, Chariton, Iowa, bride’s cousins. Flower girl was the groom’s second cousin, Kiersten Christensen, Fort Meade, Fla. Best man was Kristofer
Wetzell, Prophetstown, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Keith Wetzell, Tampico, Kyle Ivey, Sterling, and Wesley Taylor, Walnut. Junior Groomsman was Jordan Ginter, Elkhart, the bride’s brother. Ring bearer was the groom’s second cousin, Koby Christensen, Fort Meade, Fla. The ceremony was ushered by Chris Helwig, Durand, and Charles Hunter, Rock Falls. Honorary ceremony and reception hosts were Jeff and Paula Blackburn, Oregon, friends of the bride, and Amy Orna, Chariton, Iowa, aunt of the bride. The bride is a 2007 graduate of Oregon High School. She is currently employed by Birkey’s Farm Store, Prophetstown. The groom is currently a partial owner of the family farm - T&J Farms, Prophetstown. The couple honeymooned at home with family. They are expecting their first child in June of 2014.
Jean, Vandalia, and Kenneth (Melissa), Oregon. They have 12 living (and one deceased) grandchildren. They have 11 greatgrandchildren. Family and friends celebrated with a small dinner party with four generations in attendance.
He is a 2013 graduate of Oregon High School. University of Iowa Elizabeth Winter, Stillman Valley, was named to the fall president’s list at the University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa. To be included on the list, a student must have a minimum 4.0 grade point average (4.0 is an A) in all academic subjects for the preceding two semesters, with a total of at least 12 semester hours of credit per semester during that period. Winter was also named to the dean’s list along with Eric Dinges, Byron, and Derrick Nelson, Mt. Morris. Undergraduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering, and the Tippie College of Business who achieve a grade point average of 3.50 or higher and meet other criteria are recognized by inclusion on the dean’s list for that semester.
Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Angela M. Amodeo, both of Rebecca Huntley issued the Rockford. following marriage licenses. Feb. 20 Feb. 14 Brian R. Chapa and Dustie Richard R. Vancura and D. Stone, both of Oregon. Sally A. Cecchetti, both of Justin M. Passmore and Oregon. Karrie R. Mackey, both of James M. Meador and Byron. Courtney L. Mumford, both of Polo. Steven J. Jakowski, Farmington, Minn., and Feb. 19 Susan E. Boettcher, St. Daniel A. Cook and Michael, Minn.
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Church News ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville, 815-232-6222 Pastor Alan Cassel www. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6:30 p.m. Evening service. Wednesday, 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville, 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon Traditional Worship Service 9 a.m. Contemporary Worship 11:15 a.m. BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Brookville: Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. 17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana 61015 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com Pastor Javier Martinez Adult & Children’s Education 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrated the First Sunday of Each Month CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 David Andermann, Pastor 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour
Sunday, March 2—9 a.m. Worship with Communion, Mite Box Sunday; 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Wednesday, March 5—10 a.m. & & p.m. Ash Wednesday Service CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Monte J. Cox, Pastor 815-946-2848 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. (June, July, August 9:30 a.m.) We include children in our Sunday Worship experience “Kids are People, too� Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after Praise & Worship. Casual, Contemporary, Non-Traditional Passion for God Compassion for People Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org
Phone 815-734-4853 Holy Communion Dwight Stewart, Pastor Thursday, March 6—6:30 Sunday, March 2—9:30 a.m. p.m. Bible Study Worship; 10:30 a.m. Coffee Hour; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School FAITH UNITED Monday, March 3—5:30 METHODIST CHURCH p.m. Chime Choir; 6:45 p.m. Mission Statement: Loving, Chancel Choir Growing & Serving in Faith Handicapped Accessible EAST JORDAN UNITED 702 E. Dixon St., Polo METHODIST CHURCH 815-946-3212 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Website: faithumcpolo 815-626-0104 Rev. Derek Rogers, Pastor 9 a.m. Fellowship 9 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship Dave Jungnickel, Pastor FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH EAST OREGON CHAPEL 505 Hill St., Oregon CHURCH OF GOD www.fbcoregon.org 107 N. Daysville Rd. 800-335-5065 East Edge of Oregon 815-732-2642 Off Ill. 64 Rev. Jerry Clark 815-732-2960 or “A Christ-centered, Bible815-732-6569 believing, family-oriented Pastor Guthrie ministry.� Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Church 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening EBENEZER REFORMED Service 6 p.m.; Prayer CHURCH Meeting, Wednesday 7 p.m.; 2997 N. German Church Rd. transportation and nursery Two miles east of Oregon on provided for all services. Ill. 64, then three miles north. Pastor Brion Brooks FIRST CHRISTIAN Church Office CHURCH Phone: 815-732-6313 609 S. 10th St., Oregon Director of Ministries 815-732-2359 for Youth and Christian Grail Storm, Minister Education 815-732-7411 David Bordy Worship Service—10 a.m. 9 a.m. Sunday School If you haven’t found a 10 a.m. Sunday Worship church home, we invite you Roots Youth Ministry— to First Christian Church in Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m. Oregon, where we accept one Kids Clubs & Men’s & another just as Christ accepted Women’s Bible Study— us. Come as you are. Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) EMMANUEL 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon EVANGELICAL Pastor Dave Bateman LUTHERAN CHURCH 815-732-2894 Office: 815-732-2424 www.fpcoregon.com 764 N. Stillman Road, Handicapped Accessible Oregon Worship 10:30 a.m. (Payne’s Point) Holy Communion is served the Pastor Andrew Kayes first Sunday of each month. Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH EVANGELICAL FREE 402 First Ave., Forreston CHURCH Pastor David Poust OF MT. MORRIS 815-938-2380 102 S. Seminary St. Thursday, March 27—7 p.m. Mt. Morris Worship Committee 815-734-4942 Sunday, March 2—9 a.m. Senior Pastor Worship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday Bruce McKanna School Associate Pastor Monday, March 3—8 a.m. Lance Mennen AA Open Meeting; 3-4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27—1:30 Good News Club p.m. Women’s Bible Study Wednesday, March 5—Ash Saturday, March 1—7 a.m. Wednesday; 12 p.m. Friendship Men’s Accountability Group Club Sunday, March 2—8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. FLORENCE UNITED InnerMission; 10 a.m. Worship METHODIST CHURCH Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group; 2649 W. Florence Rd., Tuesday, March 4—9 a.m. Freeport Ladies Prayer Circle; 5:30 p.m. Kathleen Brinkmeier, Tutoring Club Pastor Wednesday, March 5—6 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. a.m. Dixon’s Men’s Prayer Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Meeting Log onto our website FORRESTON GROVE at http://www.efcmm. CHURCH org to check out our latest 7246 N. Freeport Rd., opportunities and updates Forreston Presbyterian Church in FAITH DISCOVERY America CHURCH 815-938-3605 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Jeremy Cheezum, Pastor 815-946-3588 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Jeremy Heller, Pastor 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. 10 a.m. Worship Service Pioneer Club Nursery Available Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult We are an independent non- Study; 7:45 p.m. Choir denominational Christian church. FORRESTON REFORMED Visitors are always welcome. CHURCH 501 Third Ave. FAITH EVANGELICAL Tim Fry, Pastor LUTHERAN CHURCH 9:30 a.m. Worship 402 Second Ave., Forreston 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Church 815-938-3203 Pastor Scott Ralston FREEDOM LUTHERAN “ A Church with a WORSHIPPING Heart — In the Heart of COMMUNITY, ELCA Forreston� Pastor Jeff Schlesinger 9 a.m. Worship 815-222-7270 Thursday, Feb. 27—6:30 Sunday School 9 a.m. & Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at p.m. Bible Study Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Saturday, March 1—7 a.m. Dining Hall Men’s Prayer Breakfast 1834 S. IL Rt. 2 Sunday, March 2—9 a.m. (a mile south of Oregon) Worship with Holy CommuWelcome Center nion; 10 a.m. Sunday School 111 S. Fourth St, Oregon
CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITE PINES CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Saturdays at 6 p.m. Sundays at 10 a.m. 815-837-5255 whitepines@crossroadscn.com Campus Pastor Chad Keeteman ext. 302 Youth Pastor Jose Garcia ext. 303 We offer contemporary worship and relevant Bible teaching through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our for coffee, snack & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Monday, March 3—9:30 Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th a.m. Bible Study; 5 p.m. grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Confirmation Visit our website: www. Tuesday, March 4—6crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris
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8 p.m. Pancake & Sausage Supper Wednesday, March 5—6:30 p.m. Choir; 7 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service with
Group meets at 6 p.m. at East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville Road. GERMAN VALLEY The local Weight Watchers UNITED METHODIST group meets Wednesday at the CHURCH church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for Church and Main Streets weigh-in, followed by their David Decker, Pastor 8:30 a.m. Worship Service meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m. March’s Bible Book of the Month is Psalm 1-75. LEAF RIVER BAPTIST OREGON UNITED CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Leaf River - 815-738-2205 815-732-2994 Email LRBC@lrnet1.com Barb Good, Pastor Pastor Randy Newton Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Sunday Praise and Worship Activities during the Week: Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery Thursday, Feb. 27—6:30 provided) p.m. Pack Meeting; 7:30 p.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Choir Wednesday Prayer/Bible Sunday, March 2—9 a.m. Studies 6 p.m. Worship; 1 p.m. Blue& Gold Prayer Chain 738-2205 Banquet or 738-2991 Monday, March 3—10 a.m. Sunday Night Prayer Bible Studies; 7 p.m. Deborah meeting 6 p.m. Circle, Fields Project Wednesday—Various Tuesday, March 4—6:30 Activities 5:30-8:30 p.m. p.m. Pack Meeting; 7 p.m. Trustee Meeting LEAF RIVER UNITED Wednesday, March 5—10 METHODIST CHURCH a.m. Naomi Ruth Circle; 5:30 Pastor David Poust p.m. Wednesday Night Alive; 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River 6:30 p.m. Ash Wednesday Sunday, March 2—10:30 Service a.m. Worship Service & Thursday, March 6—7:30 Children’s Church p.m. Choir Worship Service 10 a.m.
LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Javier Martinez Handicapped Accessible Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Age Three through Sixth Grade. Everyone is Welcome
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ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo 815-946-2535 Rev. Father Louis Tosto Sunday Masses 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Saturday Confession 4:30 p.m. Saturday Night Mass 5:30 p.m. Weekday Masses Tuesday through Friday 8 a.m. Religious Education Youth Program 1st & 2nd Wednesdays 6-7:15 p.m. Adult Bible Study 1st Wednesday 8:30 a.m. Adoration & Benediction 1st Friday & Saturday Immediately after Mass
POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN Congress Ave. & Webster St. (The church is handicapped accessible) Pastor Leslie Lake 9:30 a.m. Family Worship 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:45 a.m. Sunday School
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: Worship Services 8:30 & 11 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. PRAIRIE DELL Wednesday Bible Study PRESBYTERIAN 10 a.m. CHURCH Other Activities Include: 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Men’s & Women’s Groups, Shannon Confirmation Class, High Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP School Youth Group, Grieving 815-864-2448 Ministry, Outreach Ministry Sunday School 9 a.m. with Rockford Rescue Mission Worship 10 a.m. & HOPE Pregnancy Center, 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Adult Choir Sunday, March 2—9 a.m. For More Information Call Sunday School; 10 a.m. the Church Office
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NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon Pastor David Demmer 815-732-7404 9:30 a.m. New Life Cafe 10 a.m. Worship Service NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 Saturday, March 1—9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center Sunday, March 2—9 a.m. Sunday School; 10:05 a.m. Worship with Communion Tuesday, March 4—9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center Saturday, March 15 & Sunday, March 16—Missions Conference
REVIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris follow@revivemtm.com 815-994-0428 Southern Baptist Saturday Night Revive Service 5:30 p.m. Saturday Celebrate Recovery 6-8 p.m. Monday
ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Michael Bolger 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Masses—Saturday 5:30 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. Confessions-Sunday 7:30 a.m.
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris 815-734-6354 ST. BRIDE’S Pastor Josh Ehrler EPISCOPAL CHURCH Friday, Feb. 28—8:30 a.m. 1000 Ill. 64 West Coffee Oregon Saturday, March 1—5:30 815-732-7211 or p.m. Worship 815-732-3328 Sunday, March 2—8:45 www.saintbrides.org a.m. Traditional Worship; Email:saintbrides@ Fellowship Time Following verizon. net Worship; 9:45 a.m. Sunday Services School; 10:45 a.m. Praise Sunday-Holy Communion-8 Worship and 10 a.m. Monday, March 3—2 p.m. Wednesday Healing Staff Meeting; 6:30 p.m. Service-6 p.m. Committee Night; 8 p.m. Classes Executive Committee Children’s Sunday School-9 Wednesday, March 5—6:30 a.m. a.m. Prayer & Praise; 12 p.m. Adult Sunday School-9 a.m. Ashes on the Square; 7 p.m. (2nd & 4th Sunday) OREGON Ash Wednesday Worship St. Bride’s follows Service CHURCH OF GOD traditional Anglican-Episcopal 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. church practices; is biblically Pastor Michael Hoffman WEST BRANCH based and both family and 815-732-6847 CHURCH OF THE You and your family are individual oriented. BRETHREN Visitors are always invited to join us in worship on 4014 West Branch Road Sunday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m. welcomed. Southeast of Forreston Pastor Michael Hoffman Pastor Richard Bright ST. JAMES LUTHERAN will give the morning message, 815-734-4411 CHURCH “God’s Creative Genius.� Sunday School—9:30 a.m. West Grove Road at Communion will be Worship—10:35 a.m. Columbine Rd. celebrated. Karl Froehlich Pastor Steve Erickson will give the Communion Sunday, March 2—9:15 a.m. Comments. Church News Deadline Greeting you will be Tim Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 The deadline is 3 p.m. on a.m. Congregational Bible and Bev Porter. During morning worship an Study; 9:30 a.m. Instrumental Fridays for information for the exceptionally fine Children’s Rehearsal; 10:30 a.m. Divine Church News to be turned in at Church is offered for children Worship with Communion the Oregon office at 121 A S. 3 years old through Grade 5. 4th St. Items can be emailed to Sunday School begins at ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN GRACE VALLEY CHURCH vwells@oglecountynews.com, CHRISTIAN REFORMED 9:30 a.m. and includes classes 201 N. Division Ave., Polo for adults, young adults, teens, faxed to 815-732-4238, or CHURCH 815-946-2919 children and infants. 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. dropped off at our office. Pastor Terrie Wilder Special attention is given in German Valley For more information call Thursday each class to issues and topics 815-362-6601 Vinde Wells at 815-732Prayer Group 3 p.m. related to the particular needs Jake Ritzema, Pastor Adult Confirmation 4 p.m. and interests of each group. 6166 ext. 32. Sunday School for All Ages Sunday The Wednesday night Youth 9 a.m.
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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 7:30 & 9:30 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
MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN Pastor Ginny Haney 409 W. Brayton Road P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Phone: 815-734-4573 Office hours Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Friday, Feb. 28—9-10:30 a.m. Women’s Fellowship Sunday, March 2—8:15 a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages Tuesday, March 4—9 a.m. Bible Study; Quilting Worship with Communion; Wednesday, March 5—7:15 Wednesday, March 5—7 12-3 p.m. Chili Luncheon p.m. Chimes Rehearsal p.m. Ash Wedensday Service
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Events & Entertainment
Learn about heart health on Feb. 28 “Heart Health: Reducing your Risk for Cardiovascular Disease� will be presented by Marilyn Csernus, University of Illinois Extension Educator, Nutrition and Wellness on Friday, Feb. 28 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Rock River Center, Oregon. This program is designed for anyone interested in preventing or managing heart disease. As a registered dietitian
Kenny “Jake� Sweitzer (banjolin), David Fred Taft (guitar), Kathy Ceccehetti (guitar), Richard “Duck� Sweitzer (guitar), Carl Tucker (guitar), Larry Riffle (harmonica), and Doretta Newendyke (spoons)are among the regular performers at Fourth Fridays in Polo. Photo supplied
Chase away winter blues at Fourth Friday What a long winter it has been. Come to Polo Fourth Friday Open Mic on Friday, Feb. 28 and help area musicians celebrate that February is finally over. Held at the Polo Senior Center, Fourth Friday features musicians from around the Sauk Valley area and beyond. Each musician (or group of musicians) performs at center stage for 15 minutes until each group has been featured. Instruments are all acoustic and a sound system
is provided. The music is varied and includes country, bluegrass, blues, gospel, folk, soft rock, honky-tonk and classical piano, plus eclectic mixes of all of the above. Participation is encouraged, so bring an instrument and join the fun. Be part of the show or just jam with other musicians. Performers draw numbers at 6:30 p.m. and then choose their time slot based on the number they drew. The musicians “jam� until 7 p.m. and then the show begins.
Audience members are welcome to bring friends, to come and just listen. Fourth Friday is a wonderful way to enjoy live music and encourage local musicians. It also gives people a chance to get out and enjoy the company of others plus get warmed up and recharged on a cold winter’s night. The Polo Senior Center, located at 101 E. Mason, Polo. The building is handicapped accessible. Additional parking is available behind the
building. No admission fee is charged and Polo Fourth Friday is open to all. Refreshments are available and any donations benefit the Polo Senior Center. Fourth Friday is part of northern Illinois’ Friday night music scene along with First Fridays at the VFW, Oregon, Second Fridays at the Heritage Hall, Lanark, Third Fridays at the H. I. Lincoln Building, Franklin Grove and special Fifth Fridays (when they occur) at the H. I. Lincoln Building, Franklin Grove.
Holiday Donations Donations were presented to area agencies at the Oregon Healthcare Pharmacy Services, Inc. company Christmas Party. At left, Robert Pearson presents a $500 check to Kelly Kempson for HOPE of Rochelle. At right, Lara Cash presents a $250 check to T. Richard Day for the Oregon VFW Post. Photos supplied
New ag exhibit opens at Byron museum An open house for the Byron Museum of History, 110 Union Street, will be held Friday, March 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. The new Agriculture Exhibit will be unveiled during the open house.
Entertainment and refreshments will be provided. Other museum exhibits include Underground Railroad, Byron Veterans, Byron Business, Outhouses, and A.G. Spalding.
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Free guided tours of its facility for school and community groups may also be scheduled. The tour highlights displays and associated activities that enhance visitors’ appreciation of Byron and the region -- how it all came to be and the people who made it happen. Teaching guides and activity materials are available. Normal hours are Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., but tours can be arranged for other days and times to accommodate school and group schedules. Bus parking is available,
and a fast-food restaurant is across the street. Call 815-234-5031 or email director@byronmuseum.org to schedule a tour. The Byron Museum of History is dedicated to preserving the Byron area’s rich history through exhibits, programs, and artifact preservation. The Museum Complex consists of a large exhibit hall with varied displays and encompasses the historic Read House - which is a listed site on the National Underground Railroad Network. More information at www.byronmuseum.org.
Serenity to hold movie night Serenity Hospice and Home Movie and Discussion Night will be held on Monday, March 3 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Serenity Hospice and Home,1658 S. Ill. 2, Oregon. Participants will view a
movie and then discuss how it relates to grief and healing. As space is limited, call the Serenity Hospice and Home office at 815-732-2499 by noon on Monday, March 3 to reserve a seat.
708 Board taking funding applications for 2015 The Ogle County Community Mental Health 708 Board is now taking funding applications for fiscal year 2015.
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Csernus will help participants learn how to identify and reduce their risk for cardiovascular disease. During the class participants will view a short cooking demonstration and have the opportunity to sample a prepared recipe. Although this is a free program, pre-registration is preferred. Register with Rock River Center in person or by phone at 815-732-3252.
LR Alumni Games are set for March 1 The 40th annual Leaf River High School Alumni event will he held on Saturday, March 1 at the River Valley Complex, Leaf River. The doors open at 4:30 p.m., and finger food will be served from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The volleyball game will begin at 5 p.m. and the basketball game at 7 p.m. The Alumni Band will play for the event. The honored classes are 1964 and 1989. Admission for the event is $4 for adults, $1 for students, and $1 for band members and players. Members of
the honored classes will be admitted free. The admission fee includes the games and lunch. Due to the uncertainty of the number of basketball players, one game will be played. Set-up will be Friday, Feb. 28 at 6:30 p.m. All help is welcome. For more information call Ardis Kump at 815938-2312, Linda Borneman at 815-938-2129, Donna Baumann at 815-946-3243, Janet Cunningham at 815738-2391, or Mary Hall at 815-721-0532.
Native woodland plants available The Rock River Valley Chapter of the national group Wild Ones: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes, is sponsoring a native woodland plant sale through April 21. Wild Ones is a nonprofit group which promotes environmentally sound landscape practices in order to develop and strengthen native plant and animal communities. The plants offered in this sale are native to Winnebago and surrounding counties. The plants provide nectar, pollen, vegetative food, shelter and nesting material for various creatures who, in turn, assist plants with pollination and seed dispersal. The variety of native woodland plants add much beauty to the shaded yard and yet require no pesticides,
fertilizers or watering once established. They are beautiful and easy to grow. An e-copy of the brochure is available at the Wild Ones website at www. wildonesrrvc.org. The brochure has plant descriptions and an order form. A paper copy or brochure via e-mail is available by calling Woodland Sale Coordinator Barbara Flores at 815-289-8602, or e-mail her at barbara@wildonesrrvc. org. The website also provides information about the Prairie and Tree and Shrub sales which begins later in the season. Woodland orders will be accepted through April 21.
Blackmores to speak to Audubon society The monthly meeting of the Northwest Illinois Audubon Society on Tuesday, March 4 will feature a slide-illustrated program, presented by Keith and Mary Blackmore, Forreston, about the Elkhorn Creek Biodiversity Preserve, owned by the Northwest Illinois Audubon Society. The preserve, located south of Forreston, has a diversity of habitats that support a wide
range of 420-plus species. Come and see the prairie restoration that continues to be re-created by volunteers on what was agriculture fields. The meeting is at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport, beginning at 7 p.m. for chapter announcements, followed by the program at 7:30. It is open to the public and is free of charge.
Gardening workshop set A gardening workshop titled “Ready, Set, Grow� will be held on Saturday, March 15 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon. The Master Gardeners of Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside Counties in cooperation with Sauk Valley Community College are offering the one-day event. Fifteen different workshops will be offered. New this year will be
special demonstrations. Along with the demonstrations, local vendors will have gardening items for purchase. The program fee is $40 and includes continental breakfast, buffet lunch, welcome bag, and select handouts. To register, call Ogle County Extension at 815732-2191 or go to http://web. extension.illinois.edu/bdo. Registration is required by Monday, March 10.
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County News Guest Colummn Audit request was political By Kim Gouker Chairman Ogle County Board Last month, the county board received a request for a forensic audit of spending in the sheriff’s office. It’s important the public knows the full context of this request to understand the
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decisions we’ve made. Actually, that request was an orchestrated political stunt reported as a seemingly transparent and objective event. The seemingly objective spokesman for the “concerned citizens,� happens to be a close personal friend, supporter and godfather of one current sheriff candidate. His “impassioned plea� the board contract a forensic accountant was accompanied by a seemingly objective letter from a retired forensic
auditor, who happens to be filed with the Illinois Board of Elections as the same candidate’s campaign treasurer. The seemingly objective group of “concerned citizens� included the candidate’s wife, her parents, and other family, friends and supporters. That same candidate was also there, and did not sit with his wife, family and friends, but instead sat on the other side of the room, leaving the impression he had no advanced awareness of the
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events in the room. Such kind of political stunts are not how this county board makes decisions. Since last month’s meeting, I obtained the cost of a forensic audit and met with our auditors, who are auditing the same accounts right now for the last year. Except for suggestions for procedural improvement, every transaction in that department balanced properly. Our Finance Committee discussed the need for
a forensic auditor, and every member except one, felt without any activity remotely close to criminal or fraudulent action, which is usually the trigger for such an expensive audit, it’s not a wise use of tax dollars for a forensic audit of the same accounts before we have the first audit completed. Hopefully, with all the facts, and knowing that funding political witch hunts is not a wise use of tax dollars, the public now will understand our actions.
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Dear Editor, In January, 2013, the Ogle County Board voted unanimously to affirm Mike Rock as State’s Attorney. Mike brought to the position 20 years of legal experience, 10 of which included serving as a prosecuting attorney in Ogle County. He is a seasoned litigator with over 30 jury trials and 100’s of bench trials to his credit. Mike’s expertise contributed to the sentencing of three important felony cases in Ogle County. The attempted murder of a police officer’s wife, a gang shooting in a crowded Rochelle neighborhood and a Chicago narcotics dealer received cumulative sentences of over 70 years. He has proven to be a fair and firm prosecutor, believing in seeking the maximum punishment for violent and repeat offenders while utilizing diversion programs when appropriate. He extends his leadership to an experienced team of prosecutors as well as all support personnel. Mike has received the endorsement of three former Ogle County sheriffs and maintains a great rapport with the deputies and officers throughout the county. As a willing partner with law enforcement, he strives to maximize efforts to maintain public safety.
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As a family man, Mike understands fiscal responsibility and carries that understanding into the office. The collection of court ordered fines has increased by more than $90,000 over the last year and $40,000 was returned to the county board during the last budgeting process. Mike is to be commended on his reputation, honesty, professionalism and integrity. Not only are these benefits to his position but he willingly shares this time and talents within the community to help advance civic goals and advocacy work. I will be endorsing Mike Rock as the candidate for Ogle County State’s Attorney. Respectfully, Bob De Arvil Chana
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leadership skills. For these reasons, I support Brian VanVickle for county sheriff. Fred Horner Rochelle
Former sheriff supports Rock
Dear Editor, As a former Ogle County Sheriff with over 41 years on the job, I’m supporting Mike Rock’s retention campaign for Ogle County State’s Attorney. I’ve known Mike for nearly 20 years, having worked with him when he was a young prosecutor at the courthouse in the late 1990s and welcoming him back three years ago. An effective State’s Attorney should have certain qualities like a proven track record on the job and the ability to lead with integrity, and Mike has that in spades. He is the best candidate for this critical office, and that is important when it comes to building cases with law enforcement and keeping the public safe. Mike’s professionalism and judgement means we can have a top prosecutor that is both firm but fair. Join me in voting for Mike Rock to continue to build upon the good work from the State’s Attorney’s office, to preserve justice for our county and provide protection for those who need it. Mel Messer Rochelle
Dear Editor, Hello voters! I have been asked by many voters who I would suggest they vote for in the upcoming election for sheriff. As a former Ogle County Board member for over 14 years and having been the chairman for the Sheriff’s Committee during some of Sheriff (Mel) Messer’s and Sheriff (Greg) Beitel’s years in office, I do have a need to express who I feel will do an excellent job for the citizens of Ogle County. You need a sheriff that is open and honest to his committee, to the county board, to his personnel and to the public for which he works. Dear Editor, I know Brian VanVickle Ogle County needs to will be the type of sheriff that has these traits and excellent support Mike Rock for
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From A7 When Ben Roe was appointed judge, Ben highly recommended Mike Rock to serve as State’s Attorney. The County Board unanimously agreed and Mr. Rock has fulfilled the duties of the office in exemplary fashion. He serves as county board legal counsel as well as prosecuting the criminal and civil cases for Ogle County. We are even more impressed as during this intense campaign period, Mike has taken the time to research and compare several software vendors to automate the office, improve efficiency, save attorney and court time, and ultimately reduce expenses for the Ogle County taxpayers. Mike Rock has served us very well in the past and has the commitment to continue to place the people of Ogle County at the top of his priority list. Please join us to support Mike Rock for Ogle County State’s Attorney on March 18. Marty and Dawn Typer Stillman Valley
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Embark on an adventure. You may not always get the outcome you were looking for. There may be pleasant surprises. There may be unbelievable disappointments. Nevertheless, adventures don’t mean much unless you have someone to share them with! In 1980 I went to my first intramural youth basketball practice. There was something about that Saturday, the Mt. Morris Coliseum gymnasium, the Mt. Morris High School Girls Basketball stars who volunteered to coach, and my fifth grade classmates who were so excited to learn something new. I was hooked – my basketball adventure had begun! Through grade school, high school, college, coaching, and basketball training, I have met some outstanding coaches, teammates, players, parents, administrators and fans. I have won games, lost games, set goals, achieved goals, fell short of goals, gained perspective, set new goals, made friends, laughed, cried, and cheered – all the while, enjoying my basketball adventure! Wonderful things happened
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along the way. Meeting and sharing my life with Boyd, raising Sam, and raising Liv are my most cherished life events – and simply enhanced my basketball adventure. Having the opportunity to work with Boyd, Dave Boehle, and Kelly Beeter since 2004 to help a special group of enthusiastic and energetic young ladies learn the beautiful game of basketball and excel at the art of teamwork has only heightened my basketball adventure. On February 18, at 6 p.m., I was among the Oregon faithful at Aurora Christian High School to witness my Sam, McKaylee, Megan, Madeline, McCahl, Emylyn, Kimmie, Angela, Kelsey, Kasey, Kelci and Kaitlin take the court and show everyone what so many years of playing basketball together meant to them. With all the fanfare of the playoffs surrounding them and every second ticking off the clock, our girls left it all on the floor and bled the red and white for each other and the game they love. They did not get the outcome they were looking for. There were pleasant surprises! There were unbelievable disappointments!
Nevertheless, the adventure meant everything to them, their coaches, teammates, parents, administrators, and fans! My heartfelt thanks to my Sam and the 20132014 Oregon Lady Hawks for making my on-going basketball adventure even sweeter! Sincerely, Wendy Lambrigtsen Mt. Morris
Support for Eric Morrow
Dear Editor, As 50-year residents of Ogle County, my wife and I wholeheartedly support Eric Morrow for State’s Attorney. Eric, like us, has a vested interest in our county and is clearly the local choice. Eric has the support of former longtime State’s Attorney, Doug Floski and former Chief Judge, Michael Mallon. Eric’s interests and characteristics are compatible with the values of our county. He is an avid hunter who enjoys the outdoors with his family. He donates his time and money to local charities, is a Shriner, a Mason, and a Rotary member. Eric serves as the Foundation for Focus House
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Re-elect Michael Harn
Dear Editor, Please accept this as my personal endorsement and recommendation to re-elect Ogle County Sheriff Michael Harn. I recently retired after 35 years of service with the Illinois State Police. My final assignment, for 3 and one-half years prior to retiring was that of District Commander for ISP District 1 – Sterling, and District 16 – Rockford. During that time, I watched as Sheriff Harn was elected to office and witnessed a remarkable transformation of the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office under his direction. Sheriff Harn feverishly worked to re-build and strengthen relationships with other law enforcement agencies and personally demonstrated those changes through his contacts and actions. On numerous occasions, it was commonplace to see Sheriff Harn on site during all hours of the day or night, personally supervising incidents. As a District Commander, I grew to depend on and value his professional opinion and willingness to build on our mutual dependence and understanding. I considered him a partner, and a great asset for Ogle County. I am hopeful the citizens of Ogle County will acknowledge his tireless efforts and reward his successes, by retaining him as the Ogle County Sheriff. Respectfully, Captain James Alexander Retired Illinois State Police District Commander
Endorses Brian VanVickle
Dear Editor, This letter represents my endorsement of Brian VanVickle for Sheriff of Ogle County. Here are my reasons for endorsement: I think it is high time we elect a sheriff with some business and private sector experience. Remember the position is administrative and we sure do need some “administration� in Ogle County. Using Brian’s years of experience as a police officer and K9 officer right here in Ogle County, coupled with a good business head, and topped off with a degree in business gives us a sheriff who understands the issues and also knows how to manage the issues. Focusing on crime prevention versus hassling and towing truckers might be worth considering in our county. Our sheriff needs to get back to the business of coordinating the efforts of our fine deputies and concentrate on the safety of Ogle County citizens. Our boys and girls serving the Sheriff’s Department have their boots on the ground and work very hard for us. They need a leader who appreciates them and understands good management practices that maintain a strong force that is positive and looking forward to coming to work each shift.
Please vote for Brian VanVickle Tuesday March 18. Lynne Kilker Oregon
Drought is the best candidate
Dear Editor, In the Republican Primary election on March 18, voters in Ogle County will cast ballots for sheriff. The sheriff is a position of leadership, integrity, and management. I believe that Joe Drought is the best person to demonstrate those qualities of sheriff. I have known Joe for eight years. In that time, I have seen him conduct himself with integrity at all times. He has been a chief of police for all of those years and run that department with complete transparency. In addition to his duties as chief, Joe has taken on the role of mentor and teacher in the area of school active shooter training. He has trained many of our area police officers on how to protect our children and school staff from intruders. He has then taken those experiences and adapted it to train teachers and staff in our local school districts, including my district in Rochelle. He trained me and my fellow staff members to protect ourselves and our students in times of danger. He has trained over 1,500 school staff members in Northern Illinois. The office of sheriff is a very important position in Ogle County. It should be run by a leader who has law enforcement administration experience. Our sheriff should be someone we can trust to make decisions in the best interests of the citizens of our county. We need a leader who will act professionally at all times and will uphold his oath to serve and protect the people of Ogle County. Because of his strong leadership and experience, I am writing to give my support to Joe Drought for Ogle County Sheriff. Sincerely, Ben Baar Rochelle
Drought will be a good sheriff
Dear Editor, Joe Drought will be an excellent Sheriff for Ogle County. I know Joe personally, and he is a good man; a family man, a man of both principle and compassion. But it is the variety of his successful record and experience that sets him apart. Joe was in the United States Military Police Corps for nine years. During that time he served as a patrolman, supervisor, investigator and K-9 handler. Joe was a deputy in the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department for over three years, so he is well aware of the duties and responsibilities of the department. Joe has been the Chief of Police at Rock Valley College for more than 17 years. He has shown in this position that he can lead and direct a full department and staff, both with respect to personnel relations and the handling of financial and budget matters. I believe that the experience above will lead to the following. Joe will earn and maintain the respect of the entire Ogle County Sheriff’s Department deputies and staff. Joe will be respected as a leader of the force. He will handle the department’s financial affairs openly and accurately. He will be a sheriff we are all proud of. Please, first and foremost, consider Joe Drought’s experience and qualifications Turn to A9
Public Voice From A8 and then vote for Joe Drought for Ogle County Sheriff on March 18. Thank you, Arlyn VanDyke Rochelle
Supporting Joe Drought
Dear Editor, I am supporting Joe Drought for Ogle County Sheriff. If you check the candidates’ resumes, there is no question which of the candidates is best suited for the position of Ogle County Sheriff at this time. Experience, integrity and enthusiasm separate Joe. Joe has served Ogle County as a Deputy Sheriff for three years. He has served his community by teaching classes for youth, women, and various adult groups in the art of self-defense and crime awareness. He serves his church as an active elder at the First Presbyterian Church of Rochelle. As chief, Joe manages and directs personnel including office support staff and 21 sworn police officer positions while coordinating operations with Rockford area police departments and municipalities. Joe has created a departmental culture of trust, professionalism and transparency as chief. Joe’s professional record is spotless and his integrity is beyond reproach. An interesting observation about Joe is that he is not part of the good-old-boy network...on either side of
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the county. I recently read some misinformation concerning Joe. It seems accusations have been made that Joe is only in this election to earn a second pension. Although retirement is a distant reality for Joe, he couldn’t take a second pension even if he wanted to. The state pension system would not allow it and these allegations are nothing more than trumped-up nonsense. Those spreading these cheap-shots do so as they need to direct the narrative away from the facts. As we have learned from modern politics, when your message is not as strong as an opponent’s, go negative. I hope you don’t fall for this transparent attempt to vilify a good man. Please look at the specific qualifications and professional records of the individuals running. Take a thorough look at their professional experiences, years of experience, professional behavior, and look into the positions they have held, not vague representations you read in campaign literature. Joe is the right choice for Ogle County Sheriff. You will not be sorry when you vote for Joe. Steve Bunton Rochelle
Rock has good professionalism
Dear Editor: I am a current Ogle County Board member who is extremely impressed with the work of the current States Attorney Mike Rock.
I have had the opportunity to be on the County Board Committee responsible for selecting the replacement of Ben Roe who accepted a judgeship position. Judge Roe’s replacement interviewed and selected by the Ogle County Board was Mike Rock. I am also on the board committee called “States Attorney, Probation & Focus House� which oversees the work, staffing, direction and performance of the States Attorney’soffice. By having direct, first hand contact with Mike Rock, I can tell you that Mike possesses the highest level of professionalism, integrity, knowledge and the skill required to perform as Ogle County’s States Attorney. I highly recommend Mike Rock as Ogle County’s States Attorney. Bill Welty Chana Ogle County Board Member - District 2
suited to be our next sheriff. In my opinion Joe Drought is that man far and away. It would be a shame to waste the talents, integrity, thoughtfulness of a candidate like Joe. His vast knowledge of police work he has gained during the past 30 years is invaluable. Almost two decades of management experience as Rock Valley Chief of Police will surely compliment his extensive list of qualifications. This will give him knowledge of dealing with a union, budget, patrol, investigation and the daily functions of the sheriff’s office. We as taxpayers should be holding our expectancies of our elected officials to the highest of standards. Help me get this process started by electing Joe Drought as our next sheriff on March 18. Remember, the primary election this year will be used to determine that office, not the general election in the fall. It only take a few minutes to cast your vote. Dear Editor, Thanks I grew up and still reside in Jerry Stauffer Mt. Morris. Mt. Morris I have witnessed the actions of many past Ogle County Sheriffs. There were always somethings I disagreed with but that’s what life is all Dear Editor, about. I am a lifelong resident At the present time I feel we need some big changes be of Ogle County. I take great made in our county elected care in exercising my right to officials — foremost being vote. This primary election holds the sheriff. I have listened and read a special significance because lot in an effort to be able to of the contested offices. The nature of countywide make an educated decision as to the candidate that is best policing is changing mainly
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because the nature of crime in the county has been changing, and will continue to change. We are seeing spillovers in crime from surrounding counties. Only five communities in Ogle have their own police departments, the rest of us depend on the sheriff’s department. I have known Brian all his life. His values are a testimony to his upbringing and family support. Brian is the perfect age to assume the awesome responsibilities of this job. He has the breadth/ depth of experience necessary for the tasks ahead of him. If he is unsure of anything, he gets the needed advice from the best, and then makes his decision. Brian thinks! John F. Kennedy began his inauguration speech by stating: “Let the words go forth from this time and place that the torch has been passed to a new generation‌â€? I sincerely hope that we in Ogle County can repeat those words after this March primary. Join me I supporting Brian VanVickle March 18, 2014. Respectfully submitted, Fred W. Cederholm Creston
Elect VanVickle Former sheriff as county sheriff supports Harn
Dear Editor, I am writing in support of Sheriff Michael R. Harn in the March 18, 2014 primary election. I have known and worked with Sheriff Harn since he came to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office in 1985. Sheriff Harn deeply cares
about the residents of Ogle County. He and his deputies work hard to protect our families and all residents of the county. Sheriff Harn knows and understands the many duties of the sheriff of a county, both criminal and civil. Sheriff Harn has put into effect several cost cutting programs and activities that have allowed him to manage the operation of the sheriff’s office within his budget every year, even returning monies back to the county each year he has been in office. The Ogle County Sheriff’s Office has one of the highest percentages of crimes solved in the State of Illinois. He and his deputies work with the state’s attorney’s office and other law enforcement agencies to not only solve crimes and to apprehend the criminals, but help the state’s attorney to obtain a conviction and our judges to give just punishment. All of the sheriff’s office deputies and employees are dedicated, very well-trained, and hard-working. They all care about the people of Ogle County. With his experience, dedication, and management abilities, Sheriff Michael Harn has proven to be an outstanding sheriff. I hope you will support and vote on March 18 for Michael R. Harn to be our sheriff again. Sincerely, Jerry Brooks Oregon Former Sheriff of Ogle County (1970-1990)
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of missing and sexually exploited children, establish a missing children hotline, and serve as the national clearinghouse for information related to these issues. The NCMEC Law Enforcement Partnership is a multiphase process. This process includes training of the dispatchers, officers, and Chief Executive Officer Training. Most of the training is now completed online. The dispatcher training and officer training is for 5 to 8 hours. This training goes through a checklist type manual for the questions and follow -ups to be used for missing or exploited children. The Chief Executive Officer training is on site training usually at the Jimmy Rice Training Center in Alexandria, Va. An application process has to be completed and accepted in order to attend this training. The training costs are covered by grants received by
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Polo Sr. Center By Barb Burke Director Polo Senior Center The weather is starting to break, thank goodness. It is still cold out but at least we are not having storms every week making it impossible for people to get out. Twenty-Two people came on Feb. 14 to the Valentine Party. We enjoyed an afternoon of friendship, games and treats. Closed The senior center will be closed on Tuesday, March 18, due to election day. Two programs canceled Our Grief Support group will not meet on Friday, March 14, due to the Miami trip. Our Care Givers group will not meet on Tuesday, March 18, due to the center being closed for election day. Membership Dues It is membership dues time again. Dues are still $15 per person to help support many programs and expenses. Dues may be paid in person or mailed to: Polo Senior Center, 101 E. Mason St., Polo, IL 61064. Medicare Assistance Staff is here to help with any questions regarding Medicare needs. Anyone who is already 65 or will be turning 65 can call and find out what options are available. Darlene Shafer is our Certified Medicare Specialist. Call to make your free, confidential appointment. Tuesdays and Thursdays are exercise days. The “Fit for Life� exercises are low-impact to combine slow movements with music to improve balance, strength, flexibility, and over all physical health. The program could be beneficial to those who have been sedentary, suffer from arthritis, or are recouping from surgery. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 to 10 a.m., for men and women of any age. The class fee is $20 per month. Cher Weggens, Forreston, is the instructor. Participants are advised to check with their doctors before taking part in any type of fitness class. Tuesday, March 4, a representative from VCP Home Health Care, Inc. will be coming to the center at 10:30 a.m. to speak about Heart Health. The public is invited but pre-registration is requested. After the discussion, VCP will serve pizza for lunch at no charge. Call to register. Free Blood Pressures Wednesday, March 12 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Prize Bingo Monday, March 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. Polo Rehab will be the sponsors this month. The public is invited to come and join in for the afternoon. Beginner Knitting Class Offered On Monday, March 24 and March 31 from 10 to 11 a.m. a beginning knitting class will be taught by Elaine Jenkins. The fee for both classes is $10 per person. Call to register and get the supply list. Class size is limited. Monday, March 24, at 12 p.m. Movie and free popcorn. This month’s feature is “Captain Phillips� starring Tom Hanks. Tuesday, March 25, at 11 a.m., PASS Potluck This month’s guest speaker will be Stephanie Shurm, Health and Wellness Coordinator from Lifescape Community Services. Stephanie will be talking on MUST (medication use safety training). Bring a dish to pass and place service and join in for a fun day. Activities for Friday, March 28: Massages starting at 9 a.m. in the Franklin Room. Carol Wright a Licensed Massage Therapist will be
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Wednesday’s at 12 p.m. for a game of 500 and on Thursdays we play Mexican Train at 12 p.m. Support the Lifescape Meal program by signing up for lunch. Call or stop in by 10 a.m. the day before coming to eat. The meals cost $3. Lifescape Menu for March 3 - 7 MondayShredded B.B.Q. Chix TuesdayHot Turkey Sand. WednesdaySweet and Sour Meatballs
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Cain missed out on a state medal By Randy Holland Corespondent
Polo’s Ethan Cain competes in an opening round match at the IHSA Class 1A Wrestling tournament. Here, Cain and his opponent both try and gain control by grabbing at the leg. Photo by Julie Rude
Forreston lost in Regional opener By Andy Colbert Reporter The frustration of a 6649 opening game regional loss to Eastland served as a microcosm of Forreston’s
entire season. “This whole season has been a grind,” Forreston coach Jonathan Schneiderman said. “The tempo of this game wasn’t what we needed it to be.”
From the opening tip-off, the Cardinals struggled to get in a groove and could never find any sort of team chemistry, as had been the case all winter. Robert DeVries, who has
Forreston’s Robert DeVries and Eastland’s Skylar Paulson battle for a loose ball during regional tournament action Feb. 24. Photo by Earleen Hinton
Eighth ranked Ethan Cain of Polo won his first match against eleventh ranked Jacob Burton of Monticello, second in the Robinson Sectional. Cain worked the high crotch for a 2-0 first period lead. He started the second with an escape and a double leg takedown, lost an escape with 15 seconds left in the period, but scored another takedown in a scramble with five seconds left. Up by five, he lost a quick switch to start the third, escaped with 50 seconds left, then lost a takedown with twenty seconds left in the match to cut his lead to two. But Cain reversed with ten seconds left to preserve the win and advance with a 10-6 decision. In the quarterfinal, Cain managed six escapes but gave up five takedowns in a 12-6 loss to second place medalist Wes Brown of Plano. Brown entered the tournament ranked second in the state. Brown started with a heel pick in the first. Cain escaped from there and escaped to start the second to tie the score, but Brown pulled away with two more takedowns in the
been in and out of the line-up all year due to injuries, hit a 3-pointer to give Forreston a 5-3 lead. Eastland, behind sharp-shooting Dalton Shaner, then ran off 13 straight points to take control for good. Blake Janssen, a 6-5 sophomore, converted two quick baskets off offensive rebounds as Eastland advanced its lead and made its physical presence felt. The prospects for Eastland look bright for the future, as its other big man was 6-4 freshman Brighton Haverland. In the second quarter, the Cougars held Forreston to one point the first six minutes, while going up 28-9, the last two baskets from second and third chances. “Usually, the most technical team wins the first quarter and the most physical wins the second,” Schneiderman said. “They Eastland’s Dalton Shaner
second period, the last with six seconds left in the frame. The third started with Brown switching for a reversal, hitting a low single midway through the period, and finishing with an outside single to drop Cain to the lower bracket. In the first round wrestleback, Cain met ninth ranked Cole Lenington of Tremont. Lenington tried a throw in the first period and Cain fought it off and took him to his back for four points. Cain threaded in a chicken wing to take Lenington over, then switched to a half nelson for a fall at 1:08 to advance to the consolation quarterfinals. Against honorable mention Jared Packer of Dakota, Cain just missed backpoints on the first takedown, but lost a stalling point to make it 2-1 after the first. The warning came on a standup and the point when he held the leg too long, In the second, he sat out for a reversal, but Packer took him to his back in a half nelson and pinned at 2:46 to end Cain’s tournament. Packer won 7-3 in the semifinal then was injured in the third place match and could not continue, taking fourth.
stares down Forreston’s Aaron Shelton as Shelton prepares to guard him during Turn to B2 regional action Feb. 24. Photo by Earleen Hinton
Polo earns a regional date with Freeport Aquin Marcos defeated PC 61-45 to open Regional tournament By Andy Colbert Reporter
Between the first and second quarters of its 1A regional game against Pearl City, Polo went on an 11-point run and looked to put away a pesky lowerseeded team. The Marcos did go from a 9-7 deficit to an 18-9 lead, but would struggle the rest of the game to fully take control. Going into the fourth quarter, it was only 38-31 in favor of Polo. That was as close as the Wolves would come, though, as Polo ended up with a 61-45 win, setting up a much-anticipated rematch with Freeport Aquin on Wednesday, the second half of a basketball lover’s doubleheader at Forreston with four 20-win teams. “We knew we were in for a dogfight,” Polo coach Matt Messer said. “Pearl City was feisty and didn’t give up. Polo’s AJ Dollmeyer is hit in the mouth by a Pearl City After we made the 11-point player Tuesday night. No foul was called on the play. run, we were looking for the knockout punch but couldn’t Photo by Chris Johnson
get it.” Pearl City (8-22) started four juniors and a sophomore and were at a size disadvantage. That did not prevent them from taking the ball to the heart of Polo’s defense and finding the open man. “The number one thing we preach is effort,” said PC coach Sean Downey, the son of Mark Downey. “We might not be the tallest or mosttalented team, but we sure scrap and fight.” In the critical fourth quarter, PC couldn’t get a shot to drop and Wyatt Patterson and AJ Dollmeyer, who combined for 21 rebounds, started to control the middle. Patterson hit two free throws and followed that up with a basket to move the lead to 42-31, as PC saw shots rim in and out. Sandwiched around two baskets by Brian Cavanaugh were three points by Dollmeyer and a 49-36 lead with four minutes left. “I like the way we rebounded and executed in the second half. And, we were tough on defense,” Messer said. “Patterson, Brad Cavanaugh and Dollmeyer had good games.” Brian Cavanaugh led the Turn to B2
Polo’s Brian Cavanaugh puts up a three point shot Tuesday night against Pearl City. Photo by Chris Johnson
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Cardinals were unable to make key defensive stops From B1 won both.� DeVries also got into trouble by trying to do too much on the offensive end. Three times he was called for offensive fouls. “Robert’s very competitive,� Schneiderman said. “We’re a better team with him. Unfortunately, we never got established all year as a team with him.� Wyatt Kerchner and Kaleb Reining had back-to-back buckets to pull Forreston to within 28-14, but the Cardinals could not make any stops on defense. Eastland scored the next eight points to go up 36-14 as the third quarter began. “Whenever Eastland plays Forreston, we have a ton of effort and it flowed tonight,� Eastland coach Tony Dunlap said. Forreston’s Markus Edler and Wyatt Kerchner defend Eastland’s 6’5� Blake Janssen However, from that during regional action Monday night. Photo by Earleen Hinton point on and with Eastland
regulars still in the game, the Cardinals began to find some semblance of continuity and played on par with the No. 4 seed Cougars. And, this was no ordinary No. 4 seed. The Cougars came into the contest ranked No. 7 in 1A, in what many consider to be the toughest regional in the state with four 20-win teams. DeVries started Forreston’s best run of the game with a 3-pointer, followed by a free throw by Aaron Shelton and five more points by DeVries. Nathan Schneiderman added four more points, but the 13-point run was interrupted by a 3-pointer by Shaner, who had 29 points on a variety of shots. “We needed him not to have a good shooting night. He was definitely above average,� Schneiderman said. A Reining 3-pointer cut
the Eastland lead to 46-33 with a minute gone in the fourth quarter. The Cardinals would not get any closer as the teams traded baskets the rest of the way. Forreston who finished a disappointing 9-15 and 4-7 in conference, played an all-junior line-up nearly the entire game. “Our program needs to be rejuvenated,� Schneiderman said. “We’ve had a couple of run-of-the-mill seasons and that’s not acceptable. I’ll take the blame for that.� After the manner in which Eastland physically dominated his team, Schneiderman realizes it will take more than having five starters return to be successful in 2014/15. “We’ve got some skills, but need to be more physical,� the ninth-year coach (176-84) said. “In the off season, we need to challenge ourselves.�
Polo broke away from Pearl City for 16 point win From B1 Marcos with 22 points, followed by Dollmeyer with 17 and Patterson and Brad Cavanaugh with eight each. Both Brian and Brad got loose on breakaways to further extend the fourthquarter lead. “We came out a little tight tonight,� said Messer, glad to have a game in before Wednesday’s semifinal with Aquin. “The pressure is off us now. The worst thing would be the No. 1 seed (Milledgeville) and not have played game before the semis. It will be rocking in here with a packed crowd.� Polo moved to 23-6 on the year.
Aquin defeated Kirkland
In the other regional game in Forreston Tuesday night, Freeport Aquin defeated Kirkland (Hiawatha) 73-52.
Aquin’s leading scorer was Krisean Coffee with 21 points. Kirkland’s leading scorer was Mike Mercado with 16 points. Polo will face Aquin on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. in Forreston during a regional semi-final game. In the early game at 6 p.m. Milledgeville will face Eastland. The winner of these two games will square off in for the regional title on Friday night. The championship game will be played at 7 p.m. The Forreston regional feeds into the Hanover (River Ridge) Sectional. The Forreston Regional winner will face the South Beloit Regional winner on March 5 at 7 p.m. Teams still alive in the South Beloit Regional are Dakota, South Beloit, Rockford Christian Life, and Durand Polo’s Max Simmons, right, fights for a rebound with Pearl City’s Cody Cluck Tuesday night. Photo by Chris Johnson
Sports Column Strong wrestling programs in Northern Illinois By Andy Colbert Reporter The IHSA state wrestling tournament has ended and once again, wrestlers from this area’s 1A sectional dominated the championship bouts. For the third year in a row, 10 or more state champs came from it. In the past 20 years, the top teams of northern Illinois Class A wrestling has been Byron, Dakota, Harvard, Lena-Winslow, Oregon, Sterling Newman and Stillman Valley. Byron began the dominance and then Oregon took over from 1997-04, earning seven state trophies in eight years. Dakota, Newman and Stillman had strong
individuals during that time, but not enough to depth to field competitive teams like the Byron and Oregon. In the midst of the Byron-Oregon rivalry, it was not uncommon to see a gym completely packed for a dual meet between the two. This last decade, that has changed. From 2005-07, Dakota became the team to beat. The 2006 Indian state championship squad could compete with anyone in Illinois and could make a claim as the area’s best-ever in Class A. Then for the next four years, the crown was passed to Stillman Valley. The tradition-rich Cardinals went from a few key individuals to a state-caliber dual team. Newman’s rise as a dual team has mirrored Stillman’s but they had been a notch below the Cardinals during that time period. A current bragging right for Newman is a run of
11 straight years with an individual state champion. With 35 state champions in school history, Newman has the most of any Class A program. Right now, the current Class 1A kingpin in northern Illinois is Dakota again, as evidenced by 10 state medalists from this weekend’s IHSA meet. The Indians are also closing in on Newman for most state champs with 32. Byron is beginning to regain its swagger as a statewide force. Besides crowning two state champs and a runnerup, the Tigers gave Dakota all they could handle at the regional, winning most of the head-to-head matches in the championship round. Byron won’t be competing downstate in the duals, but they are probably the secondbest team in Class 1A for 2014. Oregon has taken quite a drop from being one the area
powers for quite some time now and Stillman is starting to tail off. Harvard has also lost some of its luster, but has had over 20 dual meet wins in the 19 of the last 20 seasons. Lena-Winslow/Stockton has definitely picked up the slack as of late. Since 2010, they have claimed seven individual state titles. Over the years, Polo has shown respectability on the mats in what has become the
most competitive hotbed of 1A wrestling anywhere in the state. This year, sophomore Ethan Cain missed by one match of joining nine other Marcos as state medalists. The include Bob Cox (4th at 167 in 1979), Mark Downey (4th at 167 in 1980), Mark Grobe (4th at hwt. in 1983 and 3rd in 1985), Dan Hartman (4th at 145 in 1980, 2nd at 155 in 1981 and 1st at
167 in 1982), Tony Hess (2nd at hwt. in 1978), Cort Lawton (4th at 103 in 2004, 3rd at 119 in 2005 and 1st at 125 in 2006), Luke Mekeel (4th at 189 in 2001), Dave Peterson (2nd at 112 in 1982) and Jake Peterson (1st at 285 in 2010). With most the team returning for next year, there is a good chance for Polo to add to that list and maintain it’s standing as one of midlevel programs.
Polo School Activities Activities for March 3 - 8 Monday, March 3 7/8th Grade Girls Basketball vs West Carroll at Cenennial – 4 p.m. 6th Grade Girls Basketball at Byron – 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 4 7/8th Grade Girls Basketball at Forreston – 4 p.m.
Aplington Wrestling at Oregon – 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 5 6th Grade Girls Basketball vs AFC at Franklin Grove – 4 p.m. Thursday, March 6 7/8th Grade Girls Basketball vs Amboy at Centennial – 4 p.m. Aplington Wrestling vs
Byron at Aplington – 4 p.m. Friday, March 7 No activities listed Saturday, March 8 7/8th Grade Rt. 72 Girls Basketball Tourney in Oregon - TBA IHSA Solo/Ensemble Contest at Savanna - TBA Polo’s Ethan Cain competes in a match against Dakota’s Jared Packer at the IHSA Also check for updates on Class 1A Wrestling tournament. Here, Cain and gains the early control in the match by www.athletics2000.com taking Packer to the mat. Packer recovered to pin Cain. Photo by Julie Rude
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Guilty pleas in Mville credit union embezzlement case By David Giuliani Sauk Valley Media Two former employees of Milledgeville Community Credit Union have pleaded guilty to embezzling money in separate cases. As part of a plea agreement, Kim Kent, 53, the credit union’s former manager, pleaded guilty Monday in federal court in Rockford to embezzling $219,600 from October 2005 to February 2012. And former credit union teller Kelsey Selman, 37, admitted that she embezzled $100,975 from the credit union, according to a news release from Zachary T. Fardon, U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois and Robert J. Holley, Special Agent-in-Charge of the Chicago office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Each woman faces a maximum penalty of up to 30 years in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, and a fine of up to $1 million. Kent’s sentencing is set for June 2; Selman’s will be May 7. To conceal her
embezzlement, Kent created fictitious loans using names of family members and fictitious certificates of deposit, according to the news release. In 2009, she was elected supervisor of the Milledgeville-based Wysox Township. She used money from the township’s credit union account to cover her embezzlement, the release said. Selman, 37, used the credit union’s computer system to apply credits to her personal account that did not have a corresponding deposit, the release said. As a result, the credit union’s records falsely reflected that Selman’s cash drawer increased by an amount to offset the deposit into her account. Wysox Clerk Laurie Byvick said Monday that she wasn’t aware that the women had pleaded guilty. “I knew it would happen eventually, but didn’t know when,� Byvick said in an interview. Todd Ewers, chairman of the credit union’s board, said the two women “totally� repaid the institution. “This was well thought-out.
This wasn’t simply taking money,� he said, adding that the women’s crimes were not connected. Ewers, who was the supervisory committee chairman when the women committed the crimes, said the credit union was glad “that justice is finally being served.� In March 2012, the Wysox board voted unanimously to accept Kent’s immediate resignation. The board then voided all checks issued by Kent. In a December 2012 interview, Milledgeville Police Chief Jim Haag said he started looking into the problems in the township and credit union in March of that year. He said he identified misuse of funds at both places. In August 2012, he said, he got a call from an FBI agent who was investigating. At the time, the FBI wouldn’t confirm the investigation with Sauk Valley Media. The credit union, chartered in 1957, had $3.8 million in assets as of late 2012, according to the state. It has about 900 members.
Ogle County Beef Association officers elected for the new year are (seated) Sheryl Hopkins, Polo, secretary, and Barb Meyer, Forreston, treasurer. From left standing are: Reid Blossom, Illinois Beef Association (IBA) Executive Vice President who was the featured speaker for the evening, Ray Schmidt of Oregon retired as President but was re-elected to the board; Jon Pearson, Mt. Morris elected as vice president; and Cliff Jones of Ashton elected to the board. Luke Diehl, Mt. Morris, who was unable to attend the meeting was elected President for the new year. Photo by Stan Eden
Beef association elects officers The Ogle County Beef Association held their Annual Meeting recently at the Pinecricker restaurant in Polo. Officers elected for the new year were Luke Diehl, Mt. Morris, president; Sheryl Hopkins, Polo, Secretary; Barb Meyer, Forreston, Treasurer; Ray Schmidt, Oregon, who retired as president but was re-elected to the board; Jon
Pearson, Mt. Morris, vice president; and Cliff Jones, Ashton. Blossom thanked the Ogle County Beef Association for their marketing efforts this past year and work with state and national legislative issues. Schmidt reviewed the association activities for the year including several fund raising activities. The Ogle County Beef
Association may be seen at many community events around the County serving those tasty rib-eye-steak sandwiches. Much of the income from these events is donated back to the community.
12. Jaimee Ramos, 22, Rochelle, forgery, preliminary hearing March 12. Sandy Noble, 43, Freeport, possession of methamphetamine, preliminary hearing March 12. Peter Breckenfelder, 44, Dixon, aggravated criminal sexual abuse (3 counts), preliminary hearing March 12. Besim Ajvazi, 18, Rochelle, residential
burglary, possession of a controlled substance (3 counts), status March 14. Stuart McCray, 44, Dixon, possession of a controlled substance/aggravated DUI (2 counts)/driving while license revoked, status April 4. Dale Milliman, 19, no address, burglary (4 counts), motion hearing March 3. David Buzinski, 65, Forreston, aggravated assault (4 counts)/domestic battery, (4 counts), jury status call March 24.
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Obituaries Joyce M. Birk Joyce M. Birk, 83, Crawfordsville, Ind., Monday, Feb. 24, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Health, Crawfordsville. She was born March 25, 1931 in Cambridge, Wis., to Edmund and Luella (Shoemaker) Bergholz. She graduated from Cambridge High School. She married Herk Birk and was a homemaker whose memberships included the Women’s Club of Oregon, Ill., American Legion Auxiliary and the Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her husband, Herb, Crawfordsville, Ind.; her children, Jeff (Debbie) Birk, Crawfordsville, Greg (Carroll) Birk, Switzerland, and Vicki (Don) Horneck, Irrigon, Ore.; six grandchildren; and six greatgrandchildren. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, March 1 at 1 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Oregon, Ill. A private burial will follow on Sunday, March 2 at Lake Ripley Cemetery, Cambridge, Wis. Online condolences may be left at www.huntandson. com.
Robert J. Brooks Robert James Brooks, 84, Mesa, Ariz., died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014. He was born on Nov. 4, 1929 to Dorothy and Ra K. Brooks in rural Ogle County.
Robert was a graduate of Oregon High School and Illinois State University. He served in the Army Signal Corps during the Korean War (1953-55). Robert married Mildred Alene Aishman, from Altus Okla., on May 28, 1955. They have two children, Mark (Kim Grenis), Mesa, Ariz., and Terri (Tom Henderson), Rockford. Both children are graduates of Oregon High School, Oregon. After college Robert worked in his field of Special Education. He helped start and worked for Ogle County Special Education. With the help of many, he saw the graduates’ needs met with the opening of the Village of Progress. Robert and Alene (Mr. and Mrs. B) helped open and supervised at the Focus House (Friends of Children Under Supervision) in Rochelle. Focus House has provided a home environment and a school program for hundreds of children. After retiring from Focus House he and Alene moved to Mesa, Ariz., where he resided for 25 years. Robert is survived by brother Gerald (Oregon) and sister Margaret (Dixon).He was buried next to his wife on Feb. 3 at City of Mesa Cemetery. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Arnold, Dixon; sister, Dolores; and wife, Mildred Alene. A memorial contribution may be made to the Village of Progress, Oregon, or Focus
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Dorothy Moore Dorothy “Dot� Sherwood Moore, 85, Rockford, died Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014 at Serenity Hospice and Home, Oregon. She was born Nov. 26, 1928 in Rochelle, to Harold and Idella Sherwood. She married Robert Moore in Macon, Miss., in 1954. He died in 1981. She married Earl Kaiser in 1989. He died in 1992. She worked many years for Del Monte and Eaton Corp, both in Rochelle. She also worked for Kurt Keene at Community Mini Storage. She moved to Rockford and worked at Cherryvale Mall for nine years. She enjoyed her retirement by traveling. She is survived by her daughter, Cherie ( Larry Pontnack ) Slack, Oregon; son, Michael (Bobbie) Moore, Stillman Valley; grandchildren, David Slack, Trevor Moore, and Nate Gilmore; four greatgrandchildren; and a sister, Mary (Sam) Lopez, Arizona.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands; brothers, William, Everett, Richard, Harold Jr.; and grandson, Scott Slack. Funeral services were held Feb. 24 at 12 p.m. at the Beverage Lyons Family Funeral Home, 704 N. Sixth St., Rochelle, with Rev. Randy Snyder officiating. Interment followed at Flagg Center Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Serenity Hospice and Home, Oregon, or Pinecrest Community, Mt. Morris. Visit www. beveragelyonsfamilyfh.com to leave online condolences.
She was a registered nurse for many years and retired from the Franklin Grove Nursing Home. Point is survived by her four children, Sue Day, Rock Falls, Dave (Cheryl ) Point, Oregon, Pam (Roger) Aschbrenner, Sterling, and Vicky (Denny) Trotter, Dixon; 13 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents; son, Jim Point; sister, Norene Witzel; great-granddaughter, Riley Compton; and John Point, the father of her children. Funeral services were Feb. 22 at Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon, with the Pastor Gregg Downs officiating. Burial was at the Lighthouse Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial can be directed to the Serenity Home and Hospice or the American Cancer Society. Visit www. farrellhollandgale.com to leave online condolences.
David E. Unger Janice L. Point Janice L. Point, 89, Oregon, died Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014 at her home following an extended illness. She was born Oct. 13, 1924 near Oregon, the daughter to Earl and Ruth (Wingert) Arnold. She graduated from Oregon High School and then KSB School of Nursing in 1945. Janice was a member of the Lighthouse United Methodist Church where she served as organist for many years.
David Earl Unger, 66, Big Rock, died Friday, Dec. 20, 2013 at the Hospice Inpatient Center at Mercy Hospital, Hot Springs, Ark., surrounded by love and comfort with his wife and caregivers by his side. David bravely fought Alzheimer’s for 10 years. He was born Sept. 4, 1947 to the late Earl and Thelma Mott Unger. David retired from Lucent/ Alcatel in Lisle after 30 years as an electrical engineer, a
job which he truly loved. During the last half of his career he had the opportunity to travel to many different countries for his job, helping with the electrical communication of the newlyinstalled cell towers. He was so proud to be a part of that. He loved working with and meeting new people from other countries. No one was a stranger to him. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Betsy) Rankin Unger; a step-son, Jeremy (Lorelli) Deml and two beloved grandsons, Elijah and Caleb, all of Maumelle, Ark.; brother-in-law, Marc Rankin, Earlville; sisterin-law, Barbara Borton, Earlville; his brother, Michael (Barb) Unger, Newbury Park, Calif., and their two sons, his nephews, Matt and Zac; his cousins, Greg Unger and Neil Unger, both of Mt. Morris; and many other cousins living elsewhere. Memorial services will be held at a later date in the spring in his hometown of Mt. Morris.
Sheriff’s Arrests Ogle County Sheriff deputies responded to Kings Michael Harn reports the School in reference to a following activity. juvenile complaint. Upon completing an Feb. 18 investigation into the Laurinda Paschal Dodgen, incident, deputies arrested 26, Naperville, was arrested a 14-year-old juvenile, of on a warrant for speeding. Lindenwood, for possession Dodgen posted 10% of a of drug paraphernalia. The $2,000 bond and is scheduled juvenile was transported to to appear in court in March. the Ogle County Jail where he was released to the custody of Jermicia Newsome, 31, a parent. Rockford, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Feb. 19 Newsome posted $575 full Joshua L. Burmeister, cash for bond and has no 31, Rockford, was arrested further court appearance at the Winnebago County required. Jail and transported him to the Ogle County Jail Jose Irizarry, 40, Rockford, on an outstanding warrant was arrested on a warrant for driving while license for failure to appear. Irizarry revoked. His bond was set appeared in court where his at $5,000 pending a Feb. 20 bond was reduced to $150 court date. full cash. He posted $150 and will appear in court at a later Alice M. Hale, 53, date. Rockford, was arrested at Holly Carlson, 25, the Stephenson County Jail Rockford, was arrested on and transported to the Ogle a warrant for obstructing County Jail on an outstanding identification. Carlson’s bond failure to appear warrant was set at $10,000 (10%). for driving while under the She is scheduled to appear in influence of alcohol. Her court in March. bond was set at $700 pending a Feb/ 20 court appearance. At about 1:55 p.m.,
Feb. 20 Andrew Swift, 22, Creston was arrested for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 11,000 block of E. Flagg Road. He was also cited for no insurance. Swift was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was being held in lieu of bond.
Freeport, was arrested on a warrant for possession of methamphetamine. Noble’s bond was set at $10,000 (10%) pending a March 12 court date.
Henry Cummins, 37, Sycamore, was arrested on a warrant for speeding. Cummins posted $2,000 (10%) bond and is scheduled Sage Gutierrez, 23, Dekalb, to appear in court on March was arrested at the Dekalb 12. County Jail and transported to the Ogle County Jai on Beth Neitzke, 45, an outstanding failure to Boscobel, Wis., was arrested appear warrant for speeding. on a warrant for aggravated Gutierrez was issued a recognizance bond during a Feb. 20 court appearance and is scheduled to appear in The following individuals court again on March 31. paid fines in the Ogle County Circuit Court. Dale Milliman, 19, Oregon, was arrested at the Lee The name, age, and County Jail and transported address of the individual is to the Ogle County Jai on listed along with the offense, an outstanding warrant the date the fine was paid, for motion to increase the date the offense occurred bond. He was unable to post in parenthesis, and the the $1,5000(10%) bond amount of the fine. and was scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 21. Christian R. Kettwich, 19, Chana, squealing/screeching Feb. 21 tires, Feb. 20, 2014 (Nov. Sandra Noble, 43, 16, 2013), $90.
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driving while under the influence of alcohol. Neitzke’s bond was set at $15,000 (10%) pending a Feb. 24 court date. Feb. 23 Tina A. Cupp, 45, Holcomb, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Cupp’s bond was set at $3,425.57 pending a Feb. 24 court date.
held at the Ogle County Jail where she posted 10% of a $1,500 bond and will appear in court on a later date. Rustin J. Bazarek, 24, Leaf River, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Bazarek posted $671 full cash for bond and has no further court appearance required.
Adrian Flores, 54, Rockford, was arrested on Feb. 24 a warrant for motion to Tina M. Champion-Harris, increase bond. Flores’ bond 45, Chicago, was arrested on was set at $50,000 pending a a traffic warrant. Harris was Feb. 25 court date.
Fines Perry W. Lagee, 52, Polo, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 18, 2014 (Jan. 2, 2014), $120. Quint T. Burkhart, 19, Oregon, no valid registration, Feb. 20, 2014 (Jan. 16, 2014), $120. Jennifer R. Koch Kirchner, 45, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 19, 2014 (Jan. 16, 2014), $281. Lisa R. Deboor, 48, Oregon, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 19, 2014 (Jan. 17, 2014), $120. Sarah E. Lauer, 16, Oregon, failure to reduce speed, Feb. 19, 2014 (Jan. 21, 2014), $160. Travis R. Hanlin, 22,
Byron, disregarding official traffic control device, Feb. 18, 2014 (Jan. 27, 2014), $120. Richard C. Trank, 84, Mt. Morris, disregarding official traffic control device, Feb. 19, 2014 (Feb. 4, 2014), $120. Destini S. Turner, 32, Byron, registration expiration, Feb. 19, 2014 (Feb. 4, 2014), $120. James F. Henry, 51, Byron, transportation of alcoholic liquor/driver, Feb. 20, 2014 (Feb. 7, 2014), $120. Franklin P. Hammond, 49, Oregon, registration expiration, Feb. 19, 2014 (Feb. 13, 2014), dismissed.
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Registration is underway for annual 4-H Camp Camp week is June 9-13 at Camp Benson 4-H Camp Week ’14 is set for June 9-13 at Camp Benson in Mount Carroll. Camper registrations are now being accepted. 4-H Camp is a fiveday, four-night residential camping experience that is conducted cooperatively
by University of Illinois Extension staff in Unit 1 (Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Winnebago counties), and Unit 2 (Boone, DeKalb, and Ogle counties), and the staff at Camp Benson. Campers will check-in between 6 and 6:30 p.m. on Monday, June 9 and checkout between 6 and 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 13. During the week, campers will engage in a variety of activities designed to challenge, educate, and
entertain. Two or three free choice periods will be offered daily and will include options such as hiking, nature study, rock climbing, repelling, arts and crafts. Additional activities include shooting sports, tubing and kayaking on the Waukarusa River, field games, crate stacking, teambuilding challenges, camping skills, and GPS scavenger hunts. Evening activities will be provided by the teen 4-H camp counselors from the
co-sponsoring counties and include campfires, a dance, and a games night. 4-H Camp is open to all youth, ages 8-14 by June 9. Membership in 4H is not required, however, all participants will be expected to comply with the same high behavior standards expected of 4-Hers. 4-H Camp fees increase as camp approaches, so interested families are encouraged to sign-up quickly. Participants who
register before Saturday, March 1 will pay $235. Those who register on or after March 1 will pay $250. A minimum $75 deposit is required with the registration form. A camper t-shirt is included in the cost. Scholarship rebates are provided for enrolled 4-H club members in some counties. Families can check with their local extension offices to learn what monies may be available to help offset camp
costs for a family. To secure an application or for more information about camp, call the Ogle County extension office at 815-7322191. Applications can be printed from the website, or families can register online at http:// web.extension.illinois.edu/ bdo/ and click on 4-H Camp. 4-H is the Youth Development Program of University of Illinois Extension.
Penny Carnival set for March 8 in Oregon Coliseum Families looking for a fun way to spend a Saturday evening are invited to the Ogle County 4-H Penny Carnival on Saturday, March 8 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Oregon Coliseum. This annual event is open to the public and features
4-H club created games that can be played for 25 cents each or 50 games for $10. Prizes are awarded win or lose. Plus, a free door prize drawing will be conducted and a snack stand will be available. This is one of the few
places where families can still have a whole evening of fun inexpensively. The 2014 game theme is “4-H… The Road to Gold
Starts here!” Two 4-H clubs will be awarded special cash prizes for games that are “Most Entertaining” and “Most Creative.”
4-H is the youth development program of University of Illinois Extension. For more information about this
or any other county 4-H program, call Ogle County Extension at 815/732-2191 or go online to at www. extension.uiuc.edu/bdo.
Help for houseplants Are your houseplants overgrown or leggy and in need of renovation or repotting? Or do you wish you had more of your favorite varieties? “Houseplants make great gifts and are fun to share with family and friends. Many kinds of houseplants are easily propagated using a number of easy techniques,” said Rhonda Ferree, a University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator. To get started, you’ll need containers, a sterile cutting tool, soil, and a makeshift greenhouse. Ferree suggests purchasing a premixed potting soil.
For best results, create a “greenhouse” for the new plants to grow in until they are well established. Ziploc bags or small plastic zipper bags that curtains come in make good temporary greenhouses, she noted. Place your new plant starts in indirect light, opening the bag slightly to provide ventilation without losing humidity inside the bag. After some time, you will see little root-like structures form on these new plant parts. When that happens, simply remove the plantlet and place it in a pot, making sure to get good soil-to-root contact.
Blowing Snow Two inches of snow combined with wind gusts last Friday morning made driving on some Ogle County roads more difficult as motorists battled whiteout conditions. This photo was taken north of Forreston on Ill. 26.
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.
Feb. 14 Ogle County Sheriff and Terri L. Collins, sheriff’s deed to Wells Fargo Financial,Ill., Inc, 5805 N. Mulford Rd., Monroe Center, Monroe Township. Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., trustee, and JP Morgan Mortgage Aquisition TR2007CH4, warranty deed to Steven Simpson, 8072 N.
Settlers Court, Byron, Byron Chamberlain, sheriff’s deed Township, $97,800. to Bank of America, 605 Willow Bend Drive, Davis Junction, Scott Township. Feb. 18 Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., by power of Feb. 19 attorney, warranty deed to Carla Hardy, quit claim Govea Pioquinto, 113 Main deed to Tonya Hardy, St., Stillman Valley, Marion property in Polo, no address Township, $55,800. given, Buffalo Township. Ogle County Sheriff, Patricia K. Carmichael, Erin Chamberlain and Jasen warranty deed to Sarah B.
Seiler, 422 W. Second St., J. Raley, warranty deed Stillman Valley, Marion to John E. Raley, 103 N. Township, $141,000. Barber Ave., Polo, Buffalo Township, $300,000. Richard A. Fronczak, Feb. 20 Matthew S. Peeples and quit claim deed to Richard Marlana Peeples, warranty A. Fronczak, trustee and deed to Mathew Sarver and Richard A. Fronczak, living Janet L. Sarver, 10609 E. trust, 2769 Northeast Indian Diane Lane, Rochelle, Flagg Heights Drive, Oregon, Rockvale Township. Township, $218,000. Joan W. Raley and Edward
Oregon Police Activity Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity for Feb. 17 through Feb. 23. Feb. 18 At 1:20 p.m., Oregon police investigated a hit and run that occurred at 403 Monroe Street, at some point in the previous 12 hours, involving an unknown vehicle and a parked 1989 Toyota belonging to Ethan M. Sassaman, 23, Oregon. If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please contact the Oregon Police Department at 815-732-2162. T. Rodney Pitt, 63, Oregon, was issued citations at 8:40 p.m. for disobeying a traffic
control device and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred at the intersection of River Road and Washington Street.
Chevy driven by Carrie J. Dempewolf, 48, Oregon, struck a fence on DeWayne M. Whitlock’s property located at 311 S. Fifth Street. Dempewolf was issued a Feb. 19 citation for operating an At 5:15 a.m., Oregon uninsured motor vehicle. police investigated a traffic crash that occurred at the Feb. 22 intersection of Washington Angeline L. Messenger, 73, Street and Daysville Road Oregon, was issued a citation involving a 1990 Cadillac at 2:42 p.m. for violating driven by Jarod T. Wiggins, a funeral procession. This 26, Polo, and a 2007 Buick violation occurred at the driven by Todd H. Jacobs, 47, intersection of First Street Dixon. Wiggins was issued a and Jefferson Street. citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Kory C. Tate, 29, Rockford, was issued a citation at At 7:59 p.m., Oregon 6:02 p.m. for operating an police investigated a traffic uninsured motor vehicle. crash report where a 2003 This violation occurred in the
700 block of E. Washington Matthew J. Holmes, 37, Street. Rockford, was arrested at 9:30 p.m. on an outstanding At 6:27 p.m., Oregon Ogle County warrant. police investigated a two Holmes was transported to vehicle traffic crash at 400 the Ogle County jail where he S. Fourth Street involving was also issued a citation for a 2004 Hyundai driven by operating an uninsured motor James R. Jacobs, 20, Oregon, vehicle. These violations and a parked 2011 Chevrolet occurred in the 300 block of belonging to Connie L. Blake, S. Fourth Street. 64, Oregon. No citations were issued. Feb. 23 Shelley D. McCumsey, Zachery J. McGee, 19, 37, Rochelle, was issued a Prophetstown, was arrested at citation for speeding at 12:48 7:17 p.m. on an outstanding p.m., — 50 mph in a 35 mph Whiteside County warrant zone. This violation occurred for disobeying a traffic in the 1300 block of Pines control device. McGee was Road. transported to the Ogle Eight warnings and 12 County jail. parking citations were issued from Feb. 17-23.
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 through dispatch Feb. 17-23 Checking a Subject/ Vehicle........................1 Citizen Complaints .....4 Animal Complaint ......1 Driving Complaint......2 Citizen Assist..............2 Domestic/ Disturbance calls ........1 911 Hang-ups/ Open phone lines ........2 Alarm Response .........2 Vehicle/Building Lockouts .....................2 Traffic Stops .............13
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POLO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS HEARING
Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the City of Polo that a Public Hearing will be held in front of the Zoning Board of Appeals at 7:00p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 in the Polo City Council room, 115 S. Franklin Ave., Polo, Illinois to hear a request filed by Mrs. Patricia Hoover & Mrs. Holly Douglas of 804 S. Lincoln Ave, Polo, Illinois for a change in zoning from Residential 1-One Family Residence District (R-1) to Residential 2General Residence District (R-2) (multiple family dwellings & apartments) at 507 N. Division Ave., Polo IL. This zoning change request would be for Parcel ID 14-09-379-019, otherwise known as 507 N. Division Ave., Polo, IL. Ogle County Illinois. Susie Corbitt, MMC City Clerk 02/27/14, 03/ 06/14 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In the Interest of: AMBRIANNA DEMPEWOLF, A MINOR. NO. 12 JA 1 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION To: Father: any it may concern, address unknown respondent(s), and to all whom it may concern, take notice that on September 6, 2012, a motion was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by ASA Emily Seifert in the Circuit Court of Ogle County entitled “In the interest of Ambrianna Dempewolf, a minor”, and that in courtroom R304 at 106 South Fifth, Oregon, Illinois on April 29, 2014 at 9:45 a.m., or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, a Motion hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court and for other relief under that act. The court has authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor. If the Petition requests the termination of your parental rights and the appointment of a guardian with power to consent to adoption, you may lose all parental rights to the child. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition for a motion to terminate parental rights. Unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered. Dated this 14th day of February, 2014 Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court By: jd Deputy Clerk Feb. 27, 2014
STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: MARGARET E. GEARHART, Deceased NO. 14 P 7 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Margaret E. Gearhart. Letters of office were issued on February 18, 2014, to Gerald E. Sepesy, 807 S. Third Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION S/B/M CHASE HOME FINANCE LLC S/B/M CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.BRUCE W. MCKINNEY AKA BRUCE MCKINNEY, MARGUERITE MCKINNEY AKA MARGUERITE M. MCKINNEY, CHASE BANK USA, N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 13 CH 112 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 20, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on April 7, 2014, 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: LOT 12 IN MEADOWBROOK SUBDIVISION NO. 1, TO THE CITY OF ROCHELLE BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 13 IN TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK H OF PLATS ON PAGE 85A IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN SAID COUNTY. Commonly known as 1406 BROOKSIDE DRIVE, Rochelle, IL 61068 Property Index No. 24-13-457-010. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $106,623.25. 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 lien or 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.
Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMS MCCARTHY LLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 Fax 815-732-2289 Feb. 27, March 6, 13, 2014 KMI No. 12-0575 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS RBS FINANCIAL PRODUCTS INC., Plaintiff, -vsRANAE LEAMANCZYK, SCOTT L. LEAMANCZYK, OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant(s). 12 CH 167 RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on January 11, 2013, the Sheriff of Ogle County will on March 28, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 210 East Brayton Road, Mount Morris, IL 61054 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NO: 08-26352-014 The improvement on the property consists of a single unit dwelling. Sale terms: cash in hand. The Judgment amount was $177,780.86. The property will NOT be open for inspection. 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: Contact Michael Block , Esq. of Kozeny & McCubbin Illinois, LLC., Plaintiff's Attorney, 105 West Adams, Suite 1850, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 605-3500 ext. 1534. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
Permanent Index Number: 24-25-326-006 Commonly known as: 503 Cleveland Ave., Rochelle, IL 61068 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on March 28, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at the North Door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, Illinois. The Judgment amount is $114,584.33. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: The bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of 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 the Plaintiff. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. 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 property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. For information, contact the Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 E. Main St., Decatur, Illinois 62523 (217) 4221719. The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g)(l).
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HENRY GROBE A/K/A HENRY L. GROBE; JENNIFER A. GROBE A/K/A JENNIFER A. DONALDSON; CORNERSTONE CREDIT UNION; DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 87 412 EAST DIXON STREET POLO, IL 61064 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 20, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on March 28, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF POLO, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS TO WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 9, SAID POINT BEING 55 RODS WEST OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE WESTERLY, ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 59.50 FEET TO A POINT 377 FEET EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE NORTHERLY, AT AN ANGLE OF 90 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 15 SECONDS AS MEASURED COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 291 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY, AT AN ANGLE OF 90 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 03 SECONDS AS MEASURED CLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 178 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF PORT'S SUBDIVISION; THENCE NORTHERLY, ALONG SAID EAST LINE, AT AN ANGLE OF 88 DEGREES 34 MINUTES 04 SECONDS AS MEASURED COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 179.36 FEET; THENCE EASTERLY, AT AN ANGLE OF 91 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 56 SECONDS AS MEASURED COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 251.25 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY, AN AN ANGLE OF 88 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 50 SECONDS AS MEASURED COUNTERCLOCKWISE FROM THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 469.89 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 14-09-477-008 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 412 EAST DIXON STREET POLO, IL 61064 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $69,970.48. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS.
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For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1307535 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
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UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ROBERT D. BROWN, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF ROBERT D. BROWN, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ROBERT D. BROWN, DECEASED, JENNIFER M. BROWN, JILL STICKHOST and JENNIFER M. BROWN, as Independent Representative of the Estate of ROBERT D. BROWN, Defendants. 13-CH-111 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 503 CLEVELAND AVE. ROCHELLE, IL 61068 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered on December 13, 2013 in the above-entitled cause, the following described real estate, to wit:
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.
The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
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For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: Anthony Porto, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com.. Please refer to file number F13060185. 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 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@falillinois.com Attorney File No. F13060185 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 13 CH 112 TJSC#: 34-237 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. 27, March 6, 13, 2014
Dated this 27th day of February, 2014. GERALD E. SEPESY, Independent Executor For the Estate of MARGARET E. GEARHART, Deceased
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE-OREGON, ILLINOIS
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 151701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. James A. Coale Attorney for Heavner, Scott, Beyers, & Mihlar, LLC
Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ROBERT D. BROWN, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF ROBERT D. BROWN, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ROBERT D. BROWN, DECEASED, JENNIFER M. BROWN, JILL STICKHOST and JENNIFER M. BROWN, as Independent Representative of the Estate of ROBERT D. BROWN, Defendants. 13-CH-111 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 503 CLEVELAND AVE. ROCHELLE, IL 61068 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered on December 13, 2013 in the above-entitled cause, the following described real estate, to wit: Lot 5 in Block 1 in Earl Cleveland Subdivision, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Book H of Plats, on Page 25 in the Recorder's Office of Ogle County, Illinois, situated in Ogle County, City of Rochelle, State of Illinois Permanent Index Number: 24-25-326-006 Commonly known as: 503 Cleveland Ave., Rochelle, IL 61068 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on March 28, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at the North Door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, Illinois. The Judgment amount is $114,584.33. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: The bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of 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 the Plaintiff. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. 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 property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. For information, contact the Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 E. Main St., Decatur, Illinois 62523 (217) 422-1719. The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g)(l). 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. 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. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Scott, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. James A. Coale Attorney for Heavner, Scott, Beyers, & Mihlar, LLC
Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
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PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on February 7, 2014, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Coating Systems of Illinois, 6028 Oak Dr., Byron, IL 61010 Dated: February 7, 2014 Rebecca Huntley Ogle County Clerk Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
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CASA 15th Judicial Circuit (Lee/ Carroll/Ogle Counties) is seeking volunteers in the Ogle County area to advocate for children in the Ogle County court system involved in abuse and neglect cases. Your involvement can impact a child’s future. Contact Vanessa White, Director of Advocate Services (815) 288-1901 www.casaleecar roll.com
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DIXON ★ NEW TODAY ★ 3BR Cottage, 1ba. Fully updated. $105,000. NE side. 815-718-5886.
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Duplex in Stillman Valley 2 car garage, all brick/ new roof & full basement. $125,000. Call 815-262-0565.
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STERLING ★ NEW TODAY ★ A room w/kitchenette. All util. No pets. $350 mo. + dep. Non-smoking. 815-718-3500.
APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED 306 Attractive 1 & 2 BR. apts. with some utilities. Sterling & Rock Falls. No pets, no parties. Refs. req. 815-336-2305.
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Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, February 27, 2014, Page B8 KMI No. 11-2436 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR TO LASALLE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR THE MERRILL LYNCH FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-2, Plaintiff, -vsRICHARD BEE, LAURA J. BEE A/K/A LAURA J. GASKINS, Defendant(s). 12 CH 90 RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on December 14, 2012, the Sheriff of Ogle County will on March 28, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 515 South 3rd Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NO: 24-25214-003 The improvement on the property consists of a single unit dwelling. Sale terms: cash in hand. The Judgment amount was $120,930.93 The property will NOT be open for inspection. 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: Contact Michael Block , Esq. of Kozeny & McCubbin Illinois, LLC., Plaintiff's Attorney, 105 West Adams, Suite 1850, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 605-3500 ext. 1534. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS EQUITY TRUST COMPANY CUSTODIAN FBO BRIAN JAMES, IRA 104404 Plaintiff,
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GUYCO INVESTMENTS, LLC, et al Defendant 13 CH 92 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 13, 2013, the Sheriff of Ogle County will at 10:00 AM on March 28, 2014, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street, Oregon, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 5 IN BLOCK 1 IN YOUNG'S ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK E OF PLATS, PAGE 54, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 210 HITT ST., Mount Morris, IL 61054 Property Index No. 08-27-261-009 The real estate is improved with a commercial property. The judgment amount was $31,424.70. 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 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, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number C13-79108. Feb. 20, 27, March 6, 2014
To Place an Ad Call 815-284-7653 or 815-626-7653 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS BENEFICIAL FINANCIAL I INC SUCCESSOR BY MERGER RO BENEFICIAL ILLINOIS INC. D/B/A BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO OF ILLINOIS, PLAINTIFF vs.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS EQUITY TRUST COMPANY CUSTODIAN FBO BRIAN JAMES, IRA 104404
FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS
Plaintiff,
DUANE LLOYD A/K/A DUANE T LLOYD; TRACY LLOYD A/K/A TRACY A LLOYD A/K/A TRACY A LOMBARDI; CITIFINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 108 107 WINDWARD LANE ROCHELLE, IL 61068 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 13, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on March 28, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:
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GUYCO INVESTMENTS, LLC, et al Defendant 13 CH 92 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 13, 2013, the Sheriff of Ogle County will at 10:00 AM on March 28, 2014, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street, Oregon, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 210 HITT ST., Mount Morris, IL 61054 Property Index No. 08-27-261-009 The real estate is improved with a commercial property. The judgment amount was $31,424.70. 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 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, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number C13-79108. Feb. 20, 27, March 6, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS BENEFICIAL FINANCIAL I INC SUCCESSOR BY MERGER RO BENEFICIAL ILLINOIS INC. D/B/A BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO OF ILLINOIS, PLAINTIFF vs. PRISCILLA A. PATTERSON A/K/A PRISCILLA A. CHAPMAN; CLYDE A. PATTERSON; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 126 Address: 1013 Westview Drive Rochelle, Illinois 61068 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 December 20, 2013, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on March 28, 2014 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: COMMON ADDRESS: 1013 Westview Drive, Rochelle, Illinois 61068 P.I.N.: 24-23-230-008 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $118,062.29 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to 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 shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 13 7751. Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 13 7751
Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
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For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 13 7751. Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 13 7751
Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1309768 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
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JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION S/B/M CHASE HOME FINANCE LLC S/B/M CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.BRUCE W. MCKINNEY AKA BRUCE MCKINNEY, MARGUERITE MCKINNEY AKA MARGUERITE M. MCKINNEY, CHASE BANK USA, N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 13 CH 112 NOTICE OF SALE
Commonly known as 1406 BROOKSIDE DRIVE, Rochelle, IL 61068 Property Index No. 24-13-457-010. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $106,623.25. 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 lien or 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.
COMMON ADDRESS: 1013 Westview Drive, Rochelle, Illinois 61068 P.I.N.: 24-23-230-008 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $118,062.29
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
Description of Improvements: ONE STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR ATTACHE DGARAGE The Judgment amount was $191,352.83.
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 20, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on April 7, 2014, 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:
LOT 3 AND THE NORTHERLY 5 FEET OF LOT 2 IN BLOCK 4 IN JOHN W. TILTON'S SECOND ADDITION TO WESTVIEW SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK H OF PLATS, PAGE 18, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.
TAX NO. 24-12-152-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 107 WINDWARD LANE ROCHELLE, IL 61068
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS
PRISCILLA A. PATTERSON A/K/A PRISCILLA A. CHAPMAN; CLYDE A. PATTERSON; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 126 Address: 1013 Westview Drive Rochelle, Illinois 61068 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 December 20, 2013, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on March 28, 2014 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:
Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to 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 shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS
Weekly Publication of the: Oregon Republican Reporter, Mt. Morris Times, Forreston Journal, Tri-County Press
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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: Anthony Porto, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com.. Please refer to file number F13060185. 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 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F13060185 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Case Number: 13 CH 112 TJSC#: 34-237 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. 27, March 6, 13, 2014
Ogle County Newspapers, Thursday, February 27, 2014, Page B9 KMI No. 12-0575 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS RBS FINANCIAL PRODUCTS INC., Plaintiff, -vsRANAE LEAMANCZYK, SCOTT L. LEAMANCZYK, OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant(s). 12 CH 167 RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on January 11, 2013, the Sheriff of Ogle County will on March 28, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LOT 10 AND THE EAST HALF OF LOT 9 IN BLOCK 23, EXCEPT THE NORTHERLY 8 FEET OF SAID LOTS IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN, NOW VILLAGE OF MT. MORRIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK A OF PLATS, PAGE 172 IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 210 East Brayton Road, Mount Morris, IL 61054 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NO: 08-26-352014 The improvement on the property consists of a single unit dwelling. Sale terms: cash in hand. The Judgment amount was $177,780.86. The property will NOT be open for inspection. 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.
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For information: Contact Michael Block , Esq. of Kozeny & McCubbin Illinois, LLC., Plaintiff's Attorney, 105 West Adams, Suite 1850, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 605-3500 ext. 1534. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS
DUANE LLOYD A/K/A DUANE T LLOYD; TRACY LLOYD A/K/A TRACY A LLOYD A/K/A TRACY A LOMBARDI; CITIFINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 108 107 WINDWARD LANE ROCHELLE, IL 61068 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 13, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on March 28, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 31 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF WINDOVER PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LOCATED IN THE VILLAGE OF HILLCREST, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 27, 1994, IN PLAT FILE "C" AT PAGE 34, IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 24-12-152-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 107 WINDWARD LANE ROCHELLE, IL 61068 Description of Improvements: ONE STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR ATTACHE DGARAGE The Judgment amount was $191,352.83. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1309768 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
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PIN 03-36-205-001 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 201 E. First Street Leaf River, IL 61047 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 151701(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 1413-19032. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
2 BR., clean, QUIET, coin laundry. 641-777-7261 2BR Townhouse, 1831 N. 2nd Ave. 1½ BA, C/A, lots of storage. 1100 sq. ft. w/garage. $600 mo. + dep., util. refs. 815-652-4517
★ NEW TODAY ★ 2BR Ranch duplex w/garage. Applcs., lawn care, snow removal & water incl. No pets. $685/ mo. + dep. Call 815-994-1325.
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TAX NO. 14-09-477-008 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 412 EAST DIXON STREET POLO, IL 61064 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $69,970.48. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1307535 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS
E. Verne Curry; et. al. DEFENDANTS
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/25/2013, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 3/28/14 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:
1 or 2BR apts. $420. Call 815562-7368 Rochelle Realty.
2-3 BR Much new- Nice!! Why rent? 620 Grant Ave. $670/mo. Call 815878-7399.
HENRY GROBE A/K/A HENRY L. GROBE; JENNIFER A. GROBE A/K/A JENNIFER A. DONALDSON; CORNERSTONE CREDIT UNION; DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 87 412 EAST DIXON STREET POLO, IL 61064 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 20, 2013, OGLE COUNTY SHERIFF in OGLE County, Illinois, will on March 28, 2014, in the North door of the Sheriff's Office, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of OGLE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:
Byron Bank PLAINTIFF
13 CH 00131 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE
1 & 2 BR some utilities inc. dep & ref. required. 815718-5689.
CITIMORTGAGE, INC., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC.
Byron Bank PLAINTIFF
E. Verne Curry; et. al. DEFENDANTS
1BR, $375/mo. Hampton Apts. 815-625-7043 Completely remodeled 2 BR, located 1 ½ mi. outside RF, on 3 acre lot w/ use of a 35 acre lake. $700/ mo. plus utilities. No pets. Call 815-626-2145 THICKSTEN APTS. 1 & 2 BR houses 815-499-4217
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Vs.
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13 CH 00131 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 10/25/2013, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on 3/28/14 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: LOTS 4 AND 5 IN BLOCK 2 IN THE VILLAGE OF LEAF RIVER, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK B OF PLATS, PAGE 2 AS DOCUMENT NO. 8250, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF OGLE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 03-36-205-001 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 201 E. First Street Leaf River, IL 61047 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 14-13-19032. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
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CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF: GREG W. STEWART, Deceased. No. 13 P 15 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is hereby given of the death of GREG W. STEWART. Letters of Office were issued on the 9th day of April, 2013, to JODI STEWART, Administrator, and whose attorneys are Mertes & Mertes, P.C., 4015 East Lincolnway, Suite D, Sterling, IL 61081. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 South 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois, or with the Personal Representative, or both, within six (6) months from the date of publication of this notice or three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of this notice, whichever is later, to Claimants and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the Attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated this 4th day of February, 2014 JODI STEWART Personal Representative James W. Mertes MERTES & MERTES, P.C. Attorney for the estate 4015 East Lincolnway, Suite D Sterling, IL 61081 Phone: 815-626-1500 Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014 KMI No. 11-2436 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR TO LASALLE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR THE MERRILL LYNCH FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-2, Plaintiff, -vsRICHARD BEE, LAURA J. BEE A/K/A LAURA J. GASKINS, Defendant(s). 12 CH 90 RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on December 14, 2012, the Sheriff of Ogle County will on March 28, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: LOT 24 IN BLOCK 2 IN VASSAR ADDITION IN THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THERE OF RECORDED IN BOOK B OF PLATS, PAGE 44, IN RECORDERS OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 515 South 3rd Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NO: 24-25-214003 The improvement on the property consists of a single unit dwelling. Sale terms: cash in hand. The Judgment amount was $120,930.93 The property will NOT be open for inspection. 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: Contact Michael Block , Esq. of Kozeny & McCubbin Illinois, LLC., Plaintiff's Attorney, 105 West Adams, Suite 1850, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 605-3500 ext. 1534. Feb. 13, 20, 27, 2014
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SNOWBLOWERS 782 John Deere 2 cyl 1 stage 5hp, 21” cut, power auger, new rubbers & wear bar electric start, $325 815-973-3223
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HAY & STRAW
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HELP WANTED EDUCATION
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★ NEW TODAY ★ NIGHT MANAGER for domestic violence shelter. Work with adult and child clients, clerical work, answering crisis hotline. Third shift, 10/20 hours/week. Prefer high school graduate/GED; social service experience a plus. Apply at YWCA of the Sauk Valley, 412 First Avenue, Sterling. EOE OWNER OPERATORS Average $3K /week! Be out up to 14 days, enjoy GUARANTEED home time! Weekly settlements. Cardinal Greatwide pays loaded/unloaded. Class-A CDL & 1yr driving experience. Fleet Owners Welcome. Operate under your own authority or ours! Call Carl 866-566-2133. DriveForCardinal.com
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★ NEW TODAY ★ POSITION OPENINGS Pre-K Teacher: Rochelle 40 hrs./wk., school year; Minimum of BA in Early Childhood Education, or closely related field. Pre-K Teacher Assistant: Sterling 30hrs./wk., schoolyear; Minimum of AAS in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related degree with a minimum of 18 credit hours in ECE. Sterling Infant-Toddler Teacher: 40 hrs./week, full year. Bachelor's Degree in early childhood, child development or closely related field Bus Monitor: Rochelle. 30 hrs. /wk. Minimum of high school diploma or GED and excellent driving record. Family and Community Service Worker: Thomson/ Morrison/Sterling Service Area; 40 hrs./wk., school year. Minimum of AAS degree in social services, human services or closely related field. BA or BS degree preferred. For information and application contact Tri-County Opportunities Council at 815625-7830 or visit our website at www.tcochelps.com
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★ NEW TODAY ★ PT 2nd shift Custodians hiring up $8.50/hr. for Sterling area. If interested apply at www.pbsqca.com
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AUTOMOBILES
905
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NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is specifically licensed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes. The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))
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4 wheel drive-4 door-Chevy Blazer, 2002. $5900/obo 815631-6678
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