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Track Team Wins
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Grocery delivery company now serves Forreston By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com While a dedicated grocery store does not yet exist within the village, Forreston citizens can how have groceries delivered to their doorsteps. Instacart, a rapidly-growing grocery delivery service with roots in San Francisco, California, has made its way to Freeport, officially launching with CVS and Cub Foods on Thursday, April 26. Keith Janicke, an area manager for Instacart who lives in Chicago but grew up in Forreston, said communities within 15 miles of Freeport are all eligible for grocery delivery, making German Valley, Forreston, and Baileyville the only communities in Ogle County thus far eligible for the service. “I’m extremely excited and surprised that we launched as soon as we did,” said Janicke. “I think it’s a tremendous service, and will help out people who don’t have a car, can’t get to Freeport, or even the elderly who can’t get out much.” Customers browse products and make grocery orders online at www.instacart.com, or by using the Instacart smart phone application, and then personal shoppers fill the order
at participating stores, before finally delivering them. The service boasts grocery deliveries can come in as little as an hour, and does come with a $5.99 delivery fee. “We’ve had a very good response to the service,” said Bob Miller, Freeport Cub Foods store director. “It’s something we’ve been working on for about a year, and now it’s here.” Participating grocers opt into the service, and Supervalu, a Minnesota-based parent organization that owns the Cub Foods brand, wanted it in all of their markets, according to Janicke. Janicke said he was not certain at this moment whether that meant the Supervalu in Oregon might begin offering the service. Janicke was so excited about the launch, however, that he filled and delivered the very first order to Forreston, made by his sister, Kathy. “It’s a relatively small launch, but the community is so near and dear to my heart, I had to be there,” said Janicke. As part of the launch, those ordering for the first time can get $20 off of an order $35 or more by using the code “heyfreeport” during checkout. The delivery fee is also waived for the first order.
Wendy, a personal shopper through Instacart, puts together an order for a customer at the Freeport Cub Foods. Instacart has teamed up with Cub Foods to deliver grocery orders within Freeport, and to outside residents within 15 miles, including Forreston, German Valley, and Baileyville. Photo supplied.
Ogle County is home to largest tree in Illinois By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com When the Byron Forest Preserve acquired a 160 acre plot of land, little did they know of a hidden treasure soon to be discovered. From what was part of what was a 1,420 acre cattle and ranching operation sold by parcels, the forest preserve managed to snag a portion called Bald Hill. Located in a hard-to-find locale between Leaf River and Mt. Morris, Bald Hill appealed to the forest preserve because of the topographical features, native prairie plants, two endangered raptor species, and a rare woolly milkweed. At 925 feet above sea level, it is also the second-highest point in Ogle county with a dramatic sloping of land and some of the finest views found anywhere around. It has gravel and sand deposits from the last ice age. Even with its $652,000 price tag, of which $434,000 was paid for with a grant from the Illinois Clean Energy Foundation, it was a prized addition to other properties managed by the forest preserve. What really set this piece of land apart from all others, though, was the accidental discovery of what turned out to be the largest tree in Illinois. With the rolling topography, the
tree isn’t noticeable until a person crosses over to a ravine and looks down upon the behemoth of an eastern Cottonwood. “When we first saw it, there was all kinds of brush around it,” forest preserve Executive Director Todd Tucker said. “We cleared the brush and said ‘Oh my gosh, this is a big tree.’ Then I started measuring it with my arms outstretched and it took six lengths to get all the way around it. It had to be close to 30 feet in diameter.” Make that exactly 28.5 feet. It is also 122 feet tall, but sitting at the base of the ravine at 750 feet of elevation doesn’t even reach the highest point of Bald Hill. That’s why it can’t be fully seen without getting up close. It is also a major factor in the long life the tree has sustained, estimated at 200 years. “The hills protect it from lightning and at the low elevation, it gets plenty of water,” Tucker said. Since news of the cottonwood dethroning a bald cypress in southern Illinois as the Big Tree Champion, Tucker has been busy fielding media interviews. “The Chicago Tribune and Sun-Times have contacted us, along with the Rockford TV stations,” he said, as the BFP staff prepared for an open house on April 28, which drew 800 people from all over northern Illinois. “NPR did a piece on it and it went to the national feed. I think this will do a lot for tourism,”
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Tucker said. In an area already rich in protected lands, it will also give locals and visitors alike one more piece of nature to enjoy. “Bald Hill will be open to the public year round,” said BFP Education Superintendent Mark Herman. “We will put trails in. From the parking lot to the tree it is almost a half mile. There are also other sites on the property to hike to.” According the plat maps, Bald Hill has had many owners since 1838. Ford Ferguson, a commodities broker from Chicago with a passion for cattle ranching, was the most recent owner. Last year, a decision was made by his descendants to sell Bald Hill and all the other parcels surrounding it, most commonly referred to as the Leaf River Ranch. At first, a private individual, Peter McDaid, outbid the BFP for Bald Hill. Told by Tucker that the BFP was interested in it, McDaid became willing to sell it to the Natural Land Institute, who then sold it to the forest preserve. It was all part of a pre-arranged plan and the marriage of privatepublic partnership working together for the public interest. Bob Piros, of Chana, a longtime advocate for prairie lands and retired Stillman Valley educator, was one of many people checking out Bald Hill as
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Russell Brunner, left, Byron Forest Preserve Superintendent of Land Management, and Todd Tucker, executive director, stand next to the largest tree in Illinois at the Bald Hill Prairie Preserve which opened April 28. The eastern cottonwood, estimated to be 200 years old, is 122 feet tall and 28.5 feet in circumference. Photo by Vinde Wells
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FHS baccalaureate is May 6 Class of 2018 graduates May 13 Forreston High School will hold its annual baccalaureate service for graduating seniors on Sunday, May 6 at 7 p.m. in the FHS gymnasium. The service will begin with an invocation from Pastor
Randy Newton of Leaf River Baptist Church. This will be followed by a scripture reading by Pastor Bruce Otto of Baileyville Reformed Church. Pastor Larry Jameson of Adeline Zion Evangelical Church will deliver the message. The service will conclude with a hymn and
a benediction. The Forrestville Valley School District and Board of Education will present diplomas to the 2018 graduating class on Sunday, May 13 at 2 p.m. in the FHS gymnasium. Students, families, and community members are invited to attend.
Vendors needed for GV Days Food, craft and flea market vendors are being sought for German Valley Days. The committee is looking for participants on Friday, June
8 from 5 to 10 p.m. and on Saturday June 9 from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. If you have a booth that fits
any of these categories or know someone who does, call Donna Smith, 815 362-3671, or email dms1938@aeroinc.net for more information.
Spring Clean-up planned The Village of Forreston Forreston High School students Kirsten Kiper, Hailey Kruse, Jaron Groshans, Riley Cornelius, will hold Spring Clean-Up Tia Boss show off the some of the plants they have raised for their annual sale which opens Days on Friday, May 18 and to the public on Thursday, May 3. Photo supplied
Forreston schools host plant sale The Forreston FFA and plant science classes will soon hold their annual plant sale at the school greenhouse located on the southwest corner of the Forreston Junior and Senior High School property by the bus garage. Despite this unusual spring, the greenhouse has plenty of product available with old favorites and many new varieties.
The sale will be open to the public beginning Thursday, May 3 from 3to 6 p.m. Starting Friday, May 7, the greenhouse will be open from 3 to 6 p.m. every day and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. Check for the open sign on Ill. 72 for Sunday times. Future times will depend on sales. A wide variety of plants including vegetables, herbs,
flowers, and perennials will be available at the sale. Students have also created planters, hanging baskets, and other plant combinations. For more information call the Forreston High School Agriculture Department at 815938-2175, or email Robert Nelson, Forreston FFA Advisor, at rnelson@fvdistrict221. org.
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Saturday, May 19 for village residents. Items can be dropped off between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the recycling bins behind the Forreston Fire Station. Acceptable bulky items include couches, sectionals (limit one full sectional), sleeper sofas, rockers and recliners, coffee and end tables, kitchen tables, bed frames, mattresses and box springs, baby beds (cribs), bicycles, push mowers (fuel
and oil drained), and dressers, shelving, and cabinets. Also acceptable are boxes or barrels of small miscellaneous items such as tricycles, outdoor toys, grills, shovels, rakes, lawn chairs, baby swings, playpens, walkers, car seats, fans, dishes, clothing, pillows, picture frames, area rugs. A second container will be provided for appliances. Make sure all freon-containing items have been removed by a licensed HVAC technician. The following bulky items will not be accepted: windows,
plate glass, riding lawn mowers, tires, demolition or remodeling debris, cement, rock, or bricks. The following miscellaneous items will not be accepted: auto batteries, liquid waste of any kind, household hazardous waste, medical waste, yard waste, electronic items (go to www. moringdisposal.com and click on E Recycling Solutions). Contact Moring Disposal Inc., Forreston, at 815-9383602 for more information about the proper disposal of these items.
May 12 is LR Lions final breakfast until this fall The Leaf River Lions will serve its last breakfast for the spring on Saturday, May 12 from 7 to 10 a.m. at the Bertolet Memorial Building in Leaf River. Breakfasts will resume in September. The May breakfast menu includes pancakes, waffles, scrambled eggs, and whole hog sausage. The cost for each breakfast is as follows: age 10 and under, $4; adult one time
through, $6, and an all you can eat, $8. This last breakfast will also have blueberry pancakes and strawberries to add to either your pancakes or waffles. Chocolate chip and pecan pancakes will also be available. Proceeds from the breakfasts will go toward the Lions activities during Summer Daze Festival and other Lions projects. “The Leaf River Lions wish
to thank all of those breakfast eaters for supporting us this past breakfast season,” said Lion Paul Lindstrom. “Hopefully you received a great breakfast while supporting the many activities of the Lions. This year’s breakfast season has been our best of the four so far and that is because of your support. Your support helps us not only improve on the Summer Daze Festival but also those in need in our community.”
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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., Shaw Media. The Forreston Journal was founded in 1865 by C.E. Slocum as the Forreston Herald. He later changed the name to Forreston Journal.
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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.
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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, Dixon.
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Giant tree was a surprise
Above, the top of Bald Hill in Rockvale Township offers a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside in all directions. The Bald Hill Prairie Preserve, owned by the Byron Forest Preserve District, officially opened April 28. With an elevation of 925 feet above sea level, it is the second highest point in Ogle County. Below is a view looking up from a lower elevation in the preserve. Rare prairie plants and birds have been found on the site that include state endangered woolly milkweed along with two state endangered raptors, the short-eared owl and northern harrier. Photos by Vinde Wells
From A1 it was being prepped for the open house. “The Byron Forest Preserve has a multitude of properties that they’ve put a great amount of work in bringing prairies back,” he said. “Places like this, which looks like southwest Wisconsin when you get on top of Bald Hill and Nachusa Grasslands bring people in. That’s what a big tree and buffalo will do.” Piros has one regret and that is that Doug and Dot Wade, of Oregon, are no longer alive to see the fruits of their labor and the excitement created by the Bald Hill acquisition. “So much of the Byron Forest Preserve and Nachusa came from them,” Piros said. “They started prairie preservation in Ogle County. Doug created a lot of enthusiasts.” To be considered the Big Tree Champion, measurements must be sent to the Illinois State Forester. It then scores a tree based upon circumference, total height, and part of the tree’s crown width.
Bald Hill Preserve is centered between four communities
VBS is set for June 4-8 The Forreston Community Vacation Bible School will be held June 4-8 at the Forreston Reformed Church. The hours are from 9-11:30 a.m. each day. All children who will enter kindergarten through 6th grade this fall are encouraged to mark their calendars and join in. Uncle Tim will be back this year, and the theme is Camp Herman Hollow. Pre-registration is encouraged and can be done by filling out the form at right and mailing it to: Tammy DeVries, 6614 N. Summerhill Rd., Forreston, IL. 61030. Volunteers are needed and appreciated. For more information or to volunteer call DeVries at 815291-9943
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The Bald Hill Preserve, 5202 Silver Creek Road, is almost perfectly centered between Mt. Morris, Leaf River, Byron, and Oregon. Newly acquired by the Byron Forest Preserve District, the 160-acre preserve officially opened to the public on April 28. Situated on rolling limestone hills, the scenic property changed hands frequently over the years because it was not tillable and was useful mainly for grazing livestock. Early Ogle County settler, Columbus S. Marshall purchased it from the U.S. government in 1838. Well-known veterinarian William Swingley, who lived in Oregon, bought the property in 1854. By the time the first Ogle County plat book was published in 1872 it was owned by George
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Betz and already known as Bald Hill. The 1912 plat book calls it Bald Hill Stock Farm and lists the owner as Lenwood W. Wells. It became part of the Leaf River Ranch in the 1960s when Ford Ferguson bought it and a large tract of adjoining farmland. Byron Forest Preserve Superintendent of Education Mark Herman said the foundation of a house, possibly built by Betz, still exists toward the center of the preserve. The house was built of bricks made at the Trot Town brick kiln, a couple of miles west. Trot Town was a small settlement on West Grove Road between Leaf River and Mt. Morris Roads. Comprised of homes, businesses, a church, and a school, the tiny town faded away before 1900.
Six area students receive Ogle Farm Bureau scholarships
Husemann and Coy to marry on May 19
Six area students were recently named recipients of scholarships awarded by the Ogle County Farm Bureau. Natalie Carlson, Chelsea Eden, Michaela Eden, Marissa Gorsegner, Brooklyn Hollis, and Chrystal Shuman are the scholarship winners.
Jeremy Coy and Natalie Husemann, both of Oregon, announce their engagement and plans to be married. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Gerald and Kathy Husemann and Jay and Laura Medlar. Her fiancé is the son of John and Rena Coy. She is a Millikin College graduate and works for the University of Illinois Extension as a community worker. He is an Oregon High School graduate and works for the United States Postal Service as a rural carrier. The couple are planning a May 19 wedding in Dixon.
Brooklyn Hollis Hollis was awarded the Del Flessner Memorial Scholarship for $1,500. This scholarship was created to honor the legacy of long-
April 20 Burdette E. Andersen and Trina R. Bankord, both of Winnebago. Daniel S. Mueller, of Elmwood Park, and Alyssa N. Soulis, of Grayslake.
Natalie Carlson Carlson is the daughter of Jason and Julie Carlson, Byron. She is a 2017 graduate of Byron High School and is currently enrolled at Rock Valley College. She plans to attend the University of WisconsinStevens Point in the fall majoring in Dietetics.
time Ogle County Farm Bureau Manager Del Flessner. Hollis is the daughter of Todd and Jodi Hollis, German Valley. She will graduate from Forreston High School this spring and plans to attend Highland Community College this coming fall, majoring in Dairy Science and Agribusiness. Carlson and Chelsea Eden were named winners of the $1,000 General Farm Bureau Scholarship.
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Jeremy Coy and Natalie Husemann
Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Laura J. Cook issued the following marriage licenses.
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University of Dubuque Two area students earned degrees at Dec. 14 commencement exercises at the University of Dubuque, Dubuque, Iowa. Danielle Elsbury, Polo, and Kylie Smith, Byron, received bachelor of arts degrees.
Kelsey Pudlas April 25 Kelsey Pudlas, of Mt. Morris, Verlis L. Sanders and T. was recently initiated into Phi Joyce Berry, both of Oregon. Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate April 26 Justin D. Gazouski and honor society for all academic Kelsey R. Kreighbaum, both of disciplines, at Western Illinois University, Macomb. Rockford. Approximately 30,000 Robin M. Bielefeldt and Megan N. Buss, both of students, faculty, professional staff and alumni are initiated Chaska, Minnesota.
April 23 Kolton L. Morgan, of Rock Falls, and Kylie P. L. Gieson, of Dixon. Tucker C. Shoemaker, of Sterling, and Katelyn S. Scott, of Rock Falls. April 24 Shawn A. Hoefle and Kayla M. Mielke, both of Ridott.
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principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Morgan is the son of Pricilla and Casey Morgan, of Byron. He is a 2017 graduate of a home school program in Byron.
Drew M. Morgan U.S. Air Force Airman Drew M. Morgan graduated from basic military training at Joint Base 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
Kali P. Janicke Kali P. Janicke, Forreston, will graduate cum laude in May from Western Illinois University, Macomb. She is an Honors Scholar, majoring in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration.
Rock River Center Activities (All ages are welcome to participate in programming) Clare MaGee Returns to RRC May 7 Clare MaGee will be at Rock River Center, 810 S Tenth Street, Oregon from 10 until 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 7. For the past several years, Clare MaGee has driven from New Market, Ontario, Canada to visit friends in Oregon and provided an upbeat musical program at Rock River Center. This year, Clare will have his guitar and banjo for accompaniment with oldies, folk songs and a sing-a-long in an eclectic array of tunes along with stories and laughter. Clare and his group of three, the String-A-Longs, have been working on new songs. They have been
practicing new guitar chords, harmonies, voice changes and accompaniment styles to continually increase the quality of their performances. The group performs in the greater Toronto area throughout the year at senior centers, nursing homes and community events. Please call Rock River Center at 815-732-3252 if you plan on attending this free program open to the public. Skin Care Class, by Lynnel Camling, The Soap Shoppe Lynnel Camling, Owner and Expert Soap Maker of The Soap Shoppe, will be at Rock River Center on Wednesday, May 9, at 10 a.m. to give a skin care class. Lynnel has been making soap for many years. She has
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Belzer led participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory. Upcoming class dates for 2018 are May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, Oct. 16, and Nov. 20. There will not be a class in September. All of these classes will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th Street in Oregon. Each class is free and open to the public! Registration is required. To register call 815732-3252. Participants are welcome to join the class series at any time. For more information, call the University of Illinois Extension at 815-632-3611. Peggy Doty Presents “Gardening for the Birds” at RRC Are you thinking about your gardening yet? Well, Peggy S. Doty of the University of Illinois Extension Office, will be at River Center on Wednesday, May 16, at 10 a.m. to share with us a plan to attract birds. Peggy will present a program that not only includes a plant list but a thoughtful way to
approach incorporating birds, and all the joy that comes with them into your garden. She will consider not only the bird’s needs but the needs of you, your family, children or grandchildren, pets and of course the current plants in your garden. We look forward to seeing you at this very informative program. Look for a colorful presentation followed by a question and answer period. Registration is required. Please call 815-732-3252 for additional information and to sign up. Computer Classes at Rock River Center The Computer Technology Center at Rock River Center is free and open to the public, and available to you weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The following computer class has been scheduled in May. Monday, May 14 - MS 2010 Excel 101 – 9:30 - 11 a.m. (Instructor: Deb Julian) The new class provides the basics functions of Microsoft 2010 Excel. Learn tasks such as opening existing workbooks, creating new workbooks,
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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 Pastor Gary Branam www.baileyvillebaptistchurch. org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 6 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study 4th Sunday Each Month 1:30 p.m. Nursing Home Service at Presence St. Joseph BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 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 Pastor Chan Ik Choi 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com 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 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Thursday, May 3—10 a.m. Bible Class Saturday, May 5—4-7 p.m. Spuds & Splits Sunday, May 6—8 a.m. Elders Meeting; 9 a.m. Worship with Communion, Mite Box Sunday; 10:20 a.m. Education Hour; 11:30 Confirmation Class Wednesday, May 9—9:15 a.m. Meet at Church for Outreach Trip to Circa 21 Thursday, May 10—10 a.m. Bible Class OPEN BIBLE 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Luke Schier, Pastor 815-946-2848 Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. We include children in our Sunday Worship experience “Grandkids Class” Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after our Praise & Blended Worship Time. Bible-Based Passion for God Compassion for People Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, POLO CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Pastor Chris Bradshaw Sundays at 10 a.m. 815-837-5255 polo@crossroadscn.com We offer contemporary worship and relevant Bible teaching through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our cafe for coffee, snacks & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade) - Sundays at 6 p.m.
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Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt Phone 815-734-4853 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:45 a.m. Sunday School EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104 8:30 a.m. Fellowship 8:50 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Church EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, two miles north on German Church Road Pastor Marvin Jacobs Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Women & Men’s Bible Study, Kids Club www.ebenezerreformed.com EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon (Payne’s Point) Pastor Andrew Kayes Office: 815-732-2424 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Sunday School EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris Senior Pastor Bruce McKanna Associate Pastor Logan Murphy 815-734-4942 Thursday, May 3—1 p.m. Ladies Bible Study Saturday, May 5—7 a.m. Men’s Accountability Group Sunday, May 6—8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Inner Mission; 10 a.m. Worship Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group Log onto our website at http:// www.efcmm.org to check out our latest opportunities and updates FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo Jeremy Heller, Pastor 815-946-3588 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service Nursery Available We are an independent nondenominational Christian church. Visitors are always welcome. FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 402 Second Ave., Forreston Pastor Scott Ralston Church 815-938-3203 “A Church with a Heart — In the Heart of Forreston” 9 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Sunday School FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith Handicapped Accessible 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Pastor Brian LeBaron 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 815-732-2642 Rev. Jared Cochran
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The local Weight Watchers group meets Wednesday at the church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, followed by their meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m. May’s Bible Books of the Month are Hosea through Micah.
OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Thomas E. Kim 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com “A Christ-centered, Bible815-738-2205 Sunday Worship 9 a.m. believing, family-oriented Email leafriverbc@gmail.com Followed by Fellowship and Allministry.” 9:30 a.m. Sunday Praise and Age Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Worship Service Thursday, May 3—6:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m. Worship Service (Nursery provided) Agape Team Practice; 7 p.m. 6 p.m. Sunday Evening Service 11 a.m. Sunday School Habitat for Humanity Wednesday 7 p.m. Prayer Wednesday 6 p.m. Prayer & Saturday, May 5—5:30 p.m. Meeting Bible Studies Agape Team Worship Transportation and nursery Prayer Chain 738-2205 Sunday, May 6—9 a.m. Worship provided for all services. Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. with Communion; 10:15 a.m. Various Activities Fellowship & Sunday School; FIRST PRESBYTERIAN Luncheon for Pastor Tom CHURCH (USA) LEAF RIVER UNITED Monday, May 7—5 p.m. VBS 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon METHODIST CHURCH Meeting; 6:30 p.m. SPRC Meeting Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Tuesday, May 8—10 a.m. Staff 815-732-2894 Pastor David Poust www.fpcoregon.com Sunday, May 6—10:30 a.m. Meeting Wednesday, May 9—6:30 Handicapped Accessible Worship a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 7 a.m.10:30 a.m. Worship 7 p.m. Prayer in Chapel; 10 a.m. Holy Communion is served the LIGHTHOUSE UNITED Congregational Care Meeting; first Sunday of each month. METHODIST CHURCH 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Alive; 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon 7 p.m. Choir Practice FIRST UNITED Pastor Chan Ik Choi Saturday, May 12—4:30 p.m. METHODIST CHURCH Handicapped Accessible Agape Team Practice; 5:30 p.m. 402 First Ave., Forreston 9 a.m. Worship Service Agape Team Worship Pastor David Poust 10 a.m. Sunday School Sunday, May 13—9 a.m. 815-938-2380 Age Three through Worship; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship & Thursday, May 3—8 a.m. AA Sixth Grade. Sunday School Meeting Everyone is Welcome Sunday, May 6—9 a.m. Worship; PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN 10:30 a.m. Sunday School MT. MORRIS CHURCH CHURCH Monday, May 7—8 a.m. AA OF THE BRETHREN 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee at The 409 W. Brayton Road Pastor Charlotte Hoppe Depot; 2 p.m. Bingo at Polo P.O. Box 2055 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Mt. Morris, IL 61054 10:30 a.m. Worship Service FORRESTON GROVE Pastor Ginny Haney CHURCH Phone: 815-734-4573 POLO CHURCH OF THE 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Office hours Monday - Friday BRETHREN Presbyterian Church in America 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Congress Ave. & Webster St. Pastor Drew Jones Thursday, May 3—11:30 a.m. (The church is handicapped 815-938-3605 Pantry Board Meeting accessible) www.forrestongrovechurch.com Friday, May 4—9 a.m. Women’s Pastor Leslie Lake 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Fellowship; Pastor Ginny Day Off PoloCob@risebroadband.net 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Saturday, May 5—Pastor Ginny 9:30 a.m. Family Worship Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Day Off 11 a.m. Sunday School Pioneer Club; 7:45 p.m. Choir Sunday, May 6—8:15 a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worship PRAIRIE DELL FORRESTON REFORMED with Communion; 10:30 a.m. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CHURCH Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday 16031 W. Coffman Rd., 501 Third Ave. School; 11 a.m. Living Hope Shannon Pastor Lyle Zumdahl Church Service Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-938-2424 Monday, May 7—Pastor Ginny 815-864-2448 lylezumdahl@gmail.com Day Off 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Tuesday, May 8—8:45 a.m. 10 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Bible Study 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Wednesday, May 9—7:15 p.m. FREEDOM LUTHERAN Chimes Rehearsal RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH, ELCA CHURCH Pastor Brant Clements NORTH GROVE 609 S. 10th St., Oregon 815-284-2966 EVANGELICAL CHURCH Craig Arnold, Pastor Website:https//www. 10384 W. Coffman Rd., 812-236-1213 freedomlutheran.org/home.html Forreston 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Sunday Evening Worship at Pastor Tim Hotchkiss 5:45 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church: 815-938-2194 ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL Church, 200 S. 5th St., Oregon Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 CHURCH Coffee & Fellowship following 9 a.m. Sunday School 1000 Ill. 64 West the service 10:05 a.m. Worship Service Oregon Welcome Center is at Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 Rev. Eldred George 111 S. 4th St., Oregon a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop 815-732-7211 Open at New Life Community www.saintbrides.org GATHERING PLACE Center Email:saint.bride.church@ CHURCH gmail.com Come Take Your Place at the OREGON Services Table - SOS 2:4 CHURCH OF GOD Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. 124 N. Fourth St., Oregon 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Holy Communion (Oregon Coliseum)Pastor Pastor Michael Hoffman Classes Wade Buzzard 815-732-6847 Children’s Sunday School & 815-440-7937 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Adult Bible Study Available 10:30 a.m. Worship Online: theGP.Church // FB. St. Bride’s follows traditional You and your family are invited com/theGatheringPlaceChurch Anglican-Episcopal church to join us for worship on Sunday, 10 a.m. Sundays practices; is biblically based May 6. Life Groups Throughout The and both family and individual The morning worship service Week oriented. Visitors are always will begin at 10:30 a.m. Pastor welcomed. Hoffman’s sermon is titled “Is It GERMAN VALLEY Ever Okay to Hate?” UNITED METHODIST ST. JAMES LUTHERAN Communion will be celebrated. CHURCH CHURCH Pastor Hoffman will give the Church and Main Streets West Grove Road at Communion Comments. Don Plock, Pastor Columbine Rd. Greeting you will be Jennifer 8:30 a.m. Worship Service Rev. Lucy Wynard Kaffenbarger. Sunday, May 6—9:15 a.m. During morning worship an GRACE VALLEY Sunday School, exceptionally fine Children’s Children’s CHRISTIAN REFORMED Church is offered for children 3 Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. CHURCH Congregational Bible Study, years old through Grade 5. 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. Sunday School begins at 9:30 Senior Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 a.m. German Valley a.m. and includes classes for adults, Divine Worship with Communion; Pastor Jake Ritzema young adults, teens, children and 11:45 a.m. Lunch for Andrew’s 815-362-6601 Youth Gathering Trip infants. 9 a.m. Sunday School for All Special attention is given in each Ages ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN class to issues and topics related to 10 a.m. Worship Service CHURCH the particular needs and interests of 201 N. Division Ave., Polo each group. LEAF RIVER BAPTIST Pastor Terrie Wilder The Wednesday night Youth CHURCH 815-946-2919 Group meets at 6 p.m. at East 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Sunday Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville Leaf River 9 a.m. Sunday School for Road. Pastor Randy Newton
Adults & Children 10 a.m. Social Time 10:30 a.m. Worship Service ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule 4:30 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. Sunday 8 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 3 p.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest Reconciliation 3:30-4:15 p.m. Saturday St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 6 p.m.1st & 2nd Wednesdays Adult Bible Study 8:30 a.m. 1st Wednesday ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: 8:30 & 11 a.m. Worship Services 9:30 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday 10 a.m. Bible Study Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office SAUK VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 416 Prospect St., Dixon John Lewis, Pastor 815-677-9199 9:30 a.m. Sabbath School 11 a.m. Worship Service Luncheon after services, weekly TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Email: trinitymm@frontier.com Website: www.trinitymm.net Saturday Worship 5:30 p.m. Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 3—3:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park for grades K-6 Friday, May 4—8 a.m. Bulletin & Fellowship Saturday, May 5—5:30 p.m. Worship Service Sunday, May 6—9:30 a.m. Worship Service, Affirmation of Baptism; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for Children Age 4 through Grade 6 Monday, May 7—6:30 p.m. Committee Meetings Tuesday, May 8—3:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park for grades K-6; 4 p.m. Uof I CATCH Club for Third Graders Wednesday, May 9—6:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise Group; 9 a.m. Quilting Club; 6 p.m. Chime Choir; 6:30 p.m. Youth Confirmation; 6:45 p.m. Chancel Choir for Men; 7 p.m. Full Chancel Choir; 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir for Women Thursday, May 10—3:30 p.m. Lot 12 at Mobile Home Park for grades K-6 WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:35 a.m. Worship
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Luncheon to raise funds for repairs Tickets are $100 for event at Taft The Oregon Together: Black Hawk Restoration Team will hold to a spring luncheon to celebrate the unwrapping of the Black Hawk Statue on Sunday, May 20 at 1 p.m. at the Lorado Taft Field Campus Dining Hall overlooking the Rock River. Tickets are $100 each, the proceeds of which go toward continuing and completing the restoration of the statue. Following lunch, the program will feature John Lindhorst singing “A River Flows Through Me,” comments by Frank Rausa and Jan Stilson about the committee’s work to assist the state with the process of renovation, and a visit from a Lorado Taft impersonator, Ron Colson, who will remind us of Taft’s love for the area, and much more. A table of art available through silent auction will include Stilson’s book, “Art and Beauty in the Heartland,” a two-foot bronze model of Black Hawk and smaller sizes by Art
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Casting of Illinois, original paintings and drawings, and other art including original pieces by Andrew Carlson. The cost of the renovation continues to be less than $500,000. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has said the technical work will begin where it left off and if funding permits, will start this summer and finish in the summer of 2019. For those who cannot attend
The Oregon Chamber of Commerce invites you to kick back and relax after your work week on Friday, May 18 at its annual fundraising event. The popular event will be held from 6-9 p.m. at Cork & Tap in downtown Oregon. “This annual fund raising event will take on a new approach this spring,” said Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Debbie Dickson. “We recognize that this event has become a popular social activity through the years, creating high traffic issues. To improve logistics, Cork & Tap will have numerous beverage dispensing stations available on all three levels, with lots of staff
to better serve our patrons! “Additionally, for your convenience and comfort, entrance to this event will be available at both the front and rear of the building,” Dickson said. “Bottle domestic beer, craft beer, wine, martinis, and upscale food will be featured within the cost of each entry ticket.” All tickets to redeem beverages will be honored until close of normal Cork & Tap (Friday) business hours, Dickson said. “We appreciate the many years of support our patrons have given to this annual fundraising event, and hope they will choose to join us for
an evening of relaxation with smooth live jazz music, an artisan exhibit, good friends, and conversation,” Dickson said. “Tickets are $25 and are on sale at the Chamber Office, JTI Salon & Spa, and Merlin’s Greenhouse & Flowers, as well as through board and ambassadors. “Exelon Generation, Martin & Company, Cork & Tap, and The Experience are significant sponsors of this event, and we are extremely appreciative of their ongoing generosity of numerous chamber functions and activities,” Dickson said. For additional information, contact the Chamber office at 815-732-2100.
the luncheon, funds may be donated to Illinois Conservancy Fund, at www.ilcf.org/portals, a non-profit foundation from which the IDNR can draw to pay renovation expenses. To reserve tickets, call Jan Stilson at 815-732-7439, or send checks made out to Oregon Together: Black Hawk Team at OT:BH, P.O. Box 574, Oregon, IL. 61061. Include your name, phone number, and address to receive receipts.
Bird Festival at preserve May 12 The Northwest Illinois Audubon Society will host its annual Bird Festival on Saturday, May 12 from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Silver Creek Biodiversity Preserve. The preserve is approximately two miles south of Leaf River at the intersection of Leaf River Road and West Grove Road. The parking area is off of Leaf River Road (South Main Street in Leaf River becomes Leaf River Road). Guided tours scheduled at 8, 9, and 10 a.m. Free “Illinois Birds” pocket guides will be distributed while supplies last. Bring binoculars
At the April First Fridays the (very advanced) student, Ira Haugen, left, and teacher, Airloom Music’s Dennis Stukenberg bulged the walls of the Mt. Morris Moose Family Center with For more information, visit sound waves from their rousing slide guitar performance. Photo supplied
and wear comfortable shoes for walking in the woodlands and the prairie. Chairs, a restroom, beverages, and snacks will be provided. Families and children are all welcome. If weather is questionable, call Mary Blackmore at 815938-3204.
nwilaudubon.org. NIAS will also host a series of bird walks in May at various locations throughout northwest Illinois. During the spring bird walks participants will observe, enjoy, and learn about the many bird species that migrate through northern Illinois including numerous colorful warblers and sandhill cranes. The last will be held on Tuesday, May 29 at Elkhorn Creek Biodiversity Preserve located three miles southwest of Forreston on the southeast corner of West Grove and Freeport Roads.
Start May with music at First Fridays at Moose Club May 4 Spring will have sprung on May 4 (we hope,) and it will be time for some serious musical entertainment at First Fridays. Once again the Mt. Morris Moose Family Center will host the open stage music show and a good time is assured for all. Musicians will draw for time slots at 6:30 p.m. and performances will begin at 7 p.m. and continue until all
musicians, even late arrivals, have had their turn on stage. A jam session will follow until it is time for the traditional closing with “Will the Circle Be Unbroken.” The musical styles vary widely including country, bluegrass, folk, blues, light rock, and eclectic blending of multiple genres. The musicians will be
supported by a professional sound system engineered by Kent Anders. Music fans are encouraged to arrive hungry and thirsty as the Mt. Morris Moose Club offers a food and beverage service. Be sure to mark May 4 on the calendar to be part of a new chapter in the 18-year history of First Fridays.
Six receive scholarships from Ogle County Farm Bureau From A4 graduated from Oregon High School in 2015. She currently attends the University of Wisconsin – Platteville majoring in Agriculture Economics. Marissa Gorsegner Gorsegner was named the recipient of the Don Bybee Memorial Scholarship, sponsored through the generosity of the Bybee Family to honor him for his many years of service to agriculture in Ogle County. Gorsegner is the daughter of Jerome and Lynette Gorsegner, Oregon.
She will graduate from Stillman Valley High School this spring and will continue her studies in Biology at Augustana College. Michaela Eden Eden is the recipient of the Mark Detig Memorial Scholarship awarded in the amount of $1,000. This scholarship honors the late Mark Detig for his service to the Ogle County Pork Producers Association and Ogle County agriculture. Eden is the daughter of Mark and Lisa Eden, Oregon. She is a 2015 graduate of Oregon High School and is currently
enrolled at University of Wisconsin – River Falls majoring in Agriculture Business. Chrystal Shuman Shuman is the Ag Technology Scholarship winner. Chrystal is the daughter of Heather and Michael Merdian, Dixon. She will graduate Polo High School this spring and plans to continue her studies at Kishwaukee Community College in theDiesel Technician program. “We had excellent applicants to choose from, and are very
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happy with the success of our scholarship program,” Ogle County Farm Bureau President Keith Poole said. “These young women are recognized in their communities, their schools and their organizations as leaders and exemplify all the traits and characteristics that will lead to future successes in their studies and careers. “We are pleased to have the opportunity to help them pursue their educational goals.” This marks the 19th year that the Ogle County Farm Bureau has awarded scholarships to member dependents who seek to pursue course studies in agriculture at an accredited institution of higher education. “The Farm Bureau organization has a demonstrated commitment in sponsoring programs and activities to help our youth develop leadership skills and enhance their involvement in their communities and
further their education,” said Jamie Adams, Farm Bureau Scholarship Chairman. “The scholarship program gives us the opportunity to make a direct positive effect on these young people’s lives and assists them in achieving their life goals. We are very proud to honor these students.” In addition, Carlson was named the recipient of the Stan Eden 4-H Scholarship. The $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually by the Ogle County Farm Bureau. This marks the tenth year for the scholarship established to honor long-time and retired Ogle County Extension Service Adviser Stan Eden. Carlson has been very active in the By-Y-Badgers 4-H Club and community. While in 4-H she served in the past as club reporter and junior leader. While attending Byron High School, she was involved with the FFA.
She received numerous awards and competed in various FFA contests across Illinois. “We are excited to recognize Natalie for her achievement. She has been an asset to her 4-H and community,” said Bill Horst, Ogle County Farm Bureau Vice-President, who served on the scholarship selection committee. “She exemplifies the dedication and hard work that Mr. Eden demonstrated during his tenure as Extension Educator in Ogle County, and the Farm Bureau is proud to name her as the recipient of the Eden Scholarship.” Scholarships will again be awarded in 2019 and applications will be available in January. For information on the Ogle County Farm Bureau Scholarship Program call Ron Kern at 815-732-2231.
Rock River Center News From A4 Caregiver Support Group We are pleased to announce that a Caregiver Support Group has been formed at Rock River Center. Patti Kilmer, MSW from Generations @ Neighbors, leads the support group. We welcome those new to caregiving, those who anticipate caregiving, and those for whom caregiving is already a way of life. You will find information, resources, encouragement and answers to difficult questions. Our meetings are held on
the first Tuesday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. at Rock River Center. For more information, call Patti Kilmer at 815-234-2511 or 815-298-7004. Diabetic Support Group This very informative group meets the first Wednesday of the month from 2-3 p.m. at Rock River Center. Marilyn Csernus from the University of Illinois Extension Office facilitates this group by offering support, encouragement and the sharing of experiences when living with diabetes.
Join Marilyn for a different topic each month and enjoy her recipes as well. Low Vision Group This is a group for those who have low vision, any form of vision loss, AMD or to caregivers of those with vision loss. Low Vision Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 12 p.m. at Rock River Center. For additional information, visit www.rockrivercenter.org or call 815-732-3252.
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“Lost in Yonkers� enters last weekend This weekend is the last chance to see the Performing Arts Guild presentation of Neil Simon’s “Lost in Yonkers.� Final performances are Friday, May 4 and Saturday, May 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 6 at 2 p.m. at the Pinecrest Grove Theater, at the corner of South McKendrie Avenue and Evergreen Street in Mt. Morris. Reservations may be made by either calling 815-734-2103 or going to the website www. performingartsguild.com and clicking on tickets. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for senior citizens (65 and older) and Students (with an ID).
Performing Arts Guild actors perform a scene from Neil Simon’s Lost in Yonkers, an intergenerational comedy about family relationships, and overcoming the events that life throws at you. Characters shown left to right in the picture are: Eddie, played by Dennis Cheatwood; Jay, played by Jed Bothe; Arty, played by Zander Vandesand and Grandma Kurnitz, played by Mary Cheatwood. Tickets are still available for the final performances this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Photo supplied
Solar electricity class offered May 5 on Honey Creek Road Participants will assemble an actual PV system A solar course will be offered on Saturday, May 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Illinois Renewable Energy Association headquarters at 1230 E. Honey Creek Rd., Oregon. An experienced photo voltaic installer who has completed more than 600 systems in this part of Illinois will be the instructor. He will present an explanation of what solar electricity is and how it works. After the presentation, he will lead the class in assembling an actual PV system meant
for home use, wiring it, and watching it work. The group will then disassemble it. Robert and Sonia Vogl, who live with the installation at the center, which is their home, will share their experiences in living with PV. All equipment will be provided. The fee is $20 for IREA members and $40 for non-members, which includes membership. An optional lunch will be provided for $6. Those who prefer to bring their own lunch may do so. To enroll or for more information, email sonia. vogl@gmail.com or call 815973-4624. Advance registration is essential.
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500 turn out for Infinity Run for Maggie and Amos By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com Nearly 500 people came out to celebrate the lives of a deceased mother and son. The second annual Infinity Run, in memory of Margaret “Maggie” Meyers, 31, and her three-year-old son, Amos, was held on Saturday at the Chana Education Center in Chana, and people came in the hundreds to give their love, respect, and a little sweat to the cause. Maggie and Amos died in a house fire on Oct. 19, 2016. The fire was ruled as an arson, and their deaths both homicides. Lynn Kalnins, assistant principal at Chana Education Center, remarked how much the community helped put the event on. “Lots of people pitch in for this event each year, and it makes the process easier and more enjoyable for everyone,” said Kalnins. “Many hands make light work.” The event is no tiny affair,
containing both one-mile and 5k runs, a children’s carnival with inflatable slides, a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and food for the community. Kalnins said the inspiration for a 5k run comes from Meyers’ love for running. She was also a teacher at the Chana Education Center. “Maggie was an avid runner,
and she loved 5ks,” said Kalnins. “She had actually just finished a triathlon before she passed.” Kalnins added the community coming together to celebrate their lives helps bring some good out of a bad situation. “It is always nice to see the community coming together,
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having fun, smiling, and celebrating on a day dedicated to Maggie and Amos,” said Kalnins. “This is a way that we can take something as tragic as
what happened to them, and turn it into something positive by paying it forward.” 430 shirts were pre-ordered for the event, along with more
than 300 runners pre-registered, 180 of which were for the 5k. Kalnins estimated around 500 people showed up throughout the day.
Kids lead the pack as the one-mile family fun run begins at the Infinity Run in memory of Maggie and Amos Meyer. More than 300 combined people pre-registered to run in the family fun run and 5k Saturday afternoon. Photo by Zach Arbogast.
Black Hawk Statue in running for most scenic spot in state The John Deere Historic Site and the Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home have landed on a list of the state’s top 10 historic places, and another area icon is in the running for another honor. Votes are being taken this week for the most scenic spots, and Oregon’s Black Hawk statue is in the running. Top 200 of Illinois, a joint initiative of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, The (Springfield) State Journal-Register and the Illinois Bicentennial Commission, is looking to name the state’s top 10 in 20 categories, as part of this year’s birthday celebration. Illinoisans can vote online every two weeks on the best movies, most inspiring leaders, greatest books, top businesses and other categories for the Top 200 of Illinois as part of the state’s bicentennial celebrations. By the state’s 200th birthday on Dec. 3, voters will have
chosen 10 favorites in 20 different categories — the Top 200. The top historic sites have been voted on, and the John Deere site, Grand Detour, was third on the list, and the Reagan home, 810 S. Hennepin Ave. in Dixon, landed in the last spot. Go to illinoistop200.com to vote, or for more information. To see previous lists, click on “About Top 200 for Illinois” in the bottom right-hand corner; that will take you to stories on the previous categories. The list of historic places: The top 10 Illinois historic sites, as voted on for the Top 200 of Illinois are: Lincoln’s Billy Combs catches his daughter Hadlee as she comes down the inflatable slide. The Combs came from Grand Detour to New Salem; Pullman be at the Chana Education Center’s Infinity Run family event, in memory of Maggie and Amos Meyer, which included grilled Neighborhood; John Deere food and inflatable slides for kids in addition to the runs. Photo by Zach Arbogast. Historic Site; Lincoln’s Home; Cahokia Mounds; Route 66; All veterans are welcome to march in the Polo The parade will march west on Mason Street Old State Capitol; Fort de Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 28. to Division Avenue, and then north to Fairmount Chartres; Fort Massac; and The parade will line up at Mason Street and Cemetery north of Polo for the annual Memorial Reagan Home. Green Avenue and step off at 9:30 a.m. Day ceremony. – Source: Tribune News Those who wish to participate are asked to A trailer will be available to carry veterans Service assemble between 8:45 and 9 a.m. who are not able to walk the route.
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Polo Senior Center offers several travel opportunities The Polo Senior Center is offering several upcoming travel opportunities. Extended Travel A seven-day, six-night trip to Garden of the Gods, Royal Gorge, and Colorado Springs will leave on Sunday, Aug. 12
and return on Saturday, Aug. 18. The price, based on double occupancy, is $755 per person. Single and triple rates are available. Included in the price is motor coach transportation, six nights lodging including
four consecutive nights in Colorado, 10 meals — six breakfasts and four dinners, tour of the Garden of the Gods, U.S. Air Force Academy, Royal Gorge, including the bridge and aerial tram, historic Manitou Springs at the foot of Pikes Peak, tour of Colorado
Springs, and a visit to Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum. A $75 deposit is required at sign up, travel insurance is available, and final payment is due on Monday, June 4. To reserve a seat or more information, call Barb Burke at 815-946-3818 or 815-2388645. Day Trips Full payment is required at sign up for all day trips. To make reservations call Burke at 815-946-3818. • White Pines Lunch Theatre — Thursday, June 14 for the Jeff Gordon Concert “The Golden Oldies Show.” Think back to the golden days of rock ‘n roll, poodle skirts, going to the drive-in, bopping at the sock hop. It’ll be a blast from the past as Jeff performs Elvis, Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, Neil
Diamond, Chubby Checker, Johnny Rivers, Roy Orbison, a little doo wop, a little Motown and the list goes on. The cost is $32 per person. • White Pines Lunch Theatre — Wednesday, Sept. 19 for Rocky Mountain High – John Denver Tribute. Ted Vigil from Washington State holds the title of the top John Denver impersonator in the nation. He has won celebrity look alike contests and is a talented singer and musician. The cost is $32 per person. • Navy Pier Spirit Cruise — Thursday, July 19th. Board Cheeseman coaches at Faith United Methodist Church, Polo, at 8 a.m. Depending on traffic, arrive at Navy Pier at 10:30, have free time at the pier until 11:30 then board the Spirit of Chicago for laid back, fun, and friendly
cruising backed by skyline views. During the cruise, enjoy buffet-style dining, onboard games, and a lively deejay. Dock at 2 p.m., board the bus, and head to Ikea. Depending on traffic, arrive at Ikea by 3:15, and after some shopping and snacks the bus will depart at 5 p.m. and arrive back in Polo by 7 or 7:30 p.m. At Navy Pier, the Spirit is only about a block away from where the bus unloads. Benches are available for those who wish to sit and peoplewatch. The cost is $80 for Polo Senior Center members and $85 for non-members, and includes transportation, cruise, buffet lunch, dessert, entertainment, and gratuities. Snacks at Ikea will be on your own.
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Fire crews battled a field fire April 29 By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com Firefighters from at least six fire departments battled a large field fire Sunday afternoon at the far west end of Hay Road in Ogle County. Dixon Rural Fire Chief Sid Aurand said the fire was a planned burn that got out of control. He said the owner, whose name he declined to release, was burning a prairie plot at 6510 S. Lost Nation Rd. “We were called because it spread into the timber,” he said. Above, a rig from the Franklin Grove fire department sprays water on hot spots. Below left, a dead tree limb burns in the north side of the burned field. While the fire was first Below center, sunlight shines through burned trees and over the burned field. Below right, a Dixon firefighter walks into the smoky wooded area just north reported as involving 100 acres, of the burned field off of Hay Road late Sunday afternoon. Photos by Earleen Hinton Aurand said it was not that large. “It was no where near that. It was 25 to 30 acres at most,” he said. At the scene, Dixon city firefighters said they were dispatched at 4:58 p.m. As of 6:12 p.m., the fire was contained before reaching Lowden-Miller State Forest south of Oregon. No injuries were reported. Besides the Dixon Rural and Dixon City Fire Departments, firefighters from Polo, Franklin Grove, Amboy, and Rock Falls responded to the scene, along with the Advance and CGH ambulances. Firefighters from the Mt. Morris and Sterling Fire Departments covered the Dixon Rural Fire Station. Phil Hartman contributed to this story.
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Mt. Morris Coliseum gets a fix-up for Eagle Scout project By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com A Polo boy became an Eagle Scout on Sunday after months of work restoring a building beloved by both a community and himself. Patrick Wright, a scout with Dixon Troop 93, used his Eagle Scout project to fix up several parts of the Mt. Morris Coliseum, 26 S Wesley Ave, that had become worn over time. Restoration efforts included clearing out what was once a weight lifting gym in the basement and turning it into a multipurpose room, building wooden stands to hold carpet rolls, re-padding the bottoms of several metal benches, and repainting the interior and exterior of several doors around the building. Wendy Lambrigtsen, president of the Mt. Morris Coliseum Board and Wright’s aunt, gave Wright the blessing to begin selling the weight room equipment. The equipment was sold at 18 cents per pound for smaller weights and 22 cents per pound for larger weights. Wright had initially
Patrick Wright, of Polo, stands near a series of wood frames he designed and constructed as to hold carpet rolls and remnants so that they would not sit on the floor of the storage area in the Mt. Morris Coliseum, as part of his Eagle Scout project. Wright had some help with the frames from his grandfather, Barry Rittenhouse. Photo by Zach Arbogast
project, needing only $136.96. With $1,006 raised altogether, $869.04 made its way back to the coliseum. “It helped that we also got a few donations,” said Wright. “For instance, the Oregon Ace Hardware donated a can of paint for the doors, which was greatly appreciated.” Wright said he had a lot of
budgeting $240 for the project, accounting for $210 in materials and $30 for tools. Any funds raised beyond what was needed to cover repairs would be donated back to the coliseum. Wright came in more than $100 under budget for the
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Patrick Wright had his Eagle Scout ceremony held at the Mt. Morris Coliseum, which he said was only fitting after the work he’d put into it. Photo supplied
2017. Now that it’s done, Wright is just happy he could help out. “I do have a sense of satisfaction for helping with this building, since I have some attachment to it from my past,” said Wright. “Plus, I did look up to my cousins, who did work on this building as well.” Wright’s cousin, Justin
help with repainting and frame building came from his mother, Ammie; his sister, Laura; his grandparents, Donna and Barry Rittenhouse; aunt and uncle, Tammy and Jay Provo; and cousin, Olivia Lambrigsten. Between Wright and his family, 145 hours were put into the project across six months between January and June,
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Provo, fixed up the walk-inclosets near the stage area as his Eagle Scout project years ago, and had his ceremony in the coliseum. Wright said he felt it was fitting to have his there as well. “I just hope that generations to come appreciate this building a much as I do,” said Wright.
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Forreston-Polo runs away with Hawk Classic By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com In a preview of the 1A sectional, it was ForrestonPolo coming out ahead of Rockford Christian at the 42nd Annual Art Carlson Hawk Classic on April 27. Winning its second Hawk Classic since 2016, F-P had 137 points to 108.5 for RC. Next were Woodstock North (64), Sterling Newman (58), Erie-Prophetstown (57) and Lena-Winslow (53). “All I can say is we continue to run well,” F-P coach Bob Wagner said. “With the weather to contend with, I’m happy with how we did.’ With a severe temperature drop and a northerly wind blowing in prior to the 100 meters, meet records were hard to come by, but Riley Wells of RC and Ian Hussung of Oregon made sure at least one was broken. In a highly anticipated 800-meter race, it was Hussung taking the lead for all but the final 100 meters. Wells, who is noted for his finishing kick, put it into high gear against the wind on the home stretch and pulled away from Hussung for a 1:55.19 to 1:56.79 win. Both runners broke a 29year record of 1:57.34, but only Wells, the meet MVP, will get credit for it. The next closest runner was eight seconds back. “With the wind, I wasn’t planning on going out hard,” said Wells, the 1A state champ as a sophomore. “My coach told me to win with the slowest possible time, but that went out the window when Ian ran a 27-second split for 200 meters.” Knowing Wells had an advantage with his kick, Hussung deliberately went out fast in hopes of holding his opponent at bay the final portion of the race. “I had to get the lead,” Hussung said. “The wind skewed my strategy a bit, but I’m happy with my time.” For Forreston-Polo, AJ Christensen won both hurdles (15.23, 40.03), Brady Webb the long jump (21-8), Christian Groenewold the high jump (62) and Jace Coffey the discus (137-5). “Webb only took two jumps and Groenewold nearly made 6-4,” F-P coach Bob Wagner said. “AJ did his usual thing. In the discus, Jace really came through in a close one (top six placers within 10 feet).” Groenewold and Eric Robinson of E-P tied at 6-2, but Groenewold won on fewer misses for a personal best. Additionally, the F-P 800-relay of Evan Kelsey, Reid Taylor, Cailean Davids and Gavin Fuchs won with a time of 1:35.07, just ahead of the 1:37.65 by RC. The Royal Lions did beat F-P in the 1,600
relay, 3:29.17-3:31.38. “Forreston-Polo is going to be tough to beat, both at the sectional and downstate,” said RC coach Randy Moore, whose team won the Hawk Classic last year. “We like to think we’re going to be right there too.” Webb, Christensen, Fuchs and Kelsey ran on the 1,600 and Davids, Webb, Christensen and Fuchs ran the second-place 400 relay. “Relays are going to be key for us downstate if we want another state trophy,” said Webb, a runner-up in the 100 to Rahveon Valentine of LenaWinslow. F-P got a multitude of other places on both the track and field events. Taylor took second in the triple jump with a leap of 40-5 and third in the high jump at 5-8. Garett Badertscher was fourth (45-6) and Sam Barkalow sixth (44-5) in the shot put to winner Isaiah Bruce of Le-Win, who was the only thrower to top 50 feet. Dom Christensen cleared a PR of 9-6 to take sixth in the pole vault. Kyle Kruthoff, who has a best of 14-9, won the event at 14-0, but wasn’t able to contend for a meet record (14-9) because of the wind. Davids (24.19( and Skylar Regez (24.25) went 3-4 in the 200 meters running against the brutal head wind. Hunter Daws was fourth (16.28) in the high hurdles, Dan Hanson fifth in Above, Forreston-Polo’s Jace Coffey throws the discus at the Hawk Classic on Friday. Coffey won the event. Below, the 3,200 run and Kelsey sixth Forreston-Polo’s AJ Christensen (center) leads the pack in the 100 hurdles. Photos by Earleen Hinton in the 100. For Oregon, Jake Mennen had a season best of 12-6 for third place in the vault. Bobby Youngren was sixth in the discus at 128-9. The Hawks also got places in the 400, 1,600 and 3,200 relays. Among the 21 teams, Oregon was seventh with 32 points, its lowest point total in at least 20 years. Another traditional power, Winnebago, scored only 21.5 points. “We’re still trying to put things together,” Oregon coach Jim Spratt said. “We’re a young team.” Oregon will travel to Lisle on Saturday for the Carlin Nalley Invitational, where they have been team champ of the small-school division for many year. Forreston-Polo has a much tougher task, going to Geneseo on Friday to compete against several 2A/3A schools. Boys track & field Art Carlson Hawk Classic 1. Forreston-Polo 137 2. Rockford Christian 108 3. Woodstock North 64 4. Newman 58 5. Erie-Prophetstown 57 6. Lena-Winslow 53.50 7. Oregon 32 8. Amboy 29 9. Pec-Durand 27 10. Rochelle 23
Woodin begins rally against Amboy By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com
As Amboy coach Jim Browne said after a 10-3 loss to Polo in the first game of a double header, the difference between winning and losing can sometimes be making a small crack. That small crack came in the form of Trevin Woodin hitting a grounder down the third-base line and sparking Polo to a 3-run sixth inning, breaking a stronghold pitcher Mitchell McLaughlin had on the Marcos. “It was nice to get the team going. We needed something,” Woodin said. That helped send the game into extra innings, with Browne forced to take McLaughlin out in the ninth inning and the game still tied 3-3. Until Woodin’s double, McLaughlin had seven strikeouts and only allowed one ball to leave the infield. He then intentionally walked Justin Young, bringing clean-up hitter Reid Taylor to bat. Taylor, who competed in three events the night before at a track meet, got a hold of a high pitch by McLaughlin and sent it to the right-center fence, driving in Forreston-Polo’s Gavin Fuchs (right) races Lena-Winslow’s Woodin. Young also scored on a throwing Ravehon Valentine in the final leg of the 4x100 relay at the error, giving Polo a 2-1 lead. “We battled,” Polo coach Jeff Sands Hawk Classic on Friday. Photo by Earleen Hinton.
said. “McLaughlin kept us off balance with his curveball. You can tell he’s a good ball player in all aspects of the game.” Taylor made it 3-1 on a Brady Clark bunt that Amboy wasn’t able to field, as the Marco dugout came alive. “It was unfortunate for us that Woodin got that hit,” Browne said. “That was just the crack they needed to get something going. It was disappointing to waste the performance by McLaughlin.” McLaughlin did help his cause with a single in the bottom of the sixth inning. Maverick Lindenmeyer was hit by a pitch and both runners advanced on stolen bases. A sacrifice fly by Clayton Kemp brought McLaughlin home to cut the Polo lead to 3-2. After a strikeout, Lindenmeyer scored on a throwing error for a 3-3 tie. Amboy’s first run, by Justin Hart who scored all the way from second on a dropped pop up with two outs in the first inning, also came on a Polo infield error. “Errors cost us. When we have a clean game, we don’t have to battle so much,” Sands said. Llanas reached base on a single in the top of the seventh, but two fielding gems by shortstop Hunter Zimmerly kept Polo scoreless. With a chance to win in the bottom of the seventh, Reece Vaesson, Hart and Zimmerly all had long fly balls for Amboy,
but they were caught in order by the left fielder, right fielder and center fielder. Llanas, who pitched Polo to a win over sectional champ Aquin last week, went 6 1/3 innings before giving the mound to Woodin in relief. “Mack has pitched great for us this year and Woodin throws strikeouts,” Sands said. In the top of the eighth, Polo had runners on second and third with one out after singles by Lucas Hammond and Young. But, it was Zimmerly catching a Taylor blooper and throwing Clark out on a grounder to end the threat. Kemp managed a single off Woodin, but that was all the Clippers could muster with both teams still tied going into the ninth inning. More significant, though, was McLaughlin being pulled for the pitch count. Vaesson took over and only faced two batters after a HBP and two passed balls. Lindenmeyer relieved him and the result was Polo batting around the order. “To get (McLaughlin) him out of the game and get to the bullpen helped,” Sands said. Baylee Weimken scored what would be the winning run off a bunt by reserve Colton Gunder for a 4-3 lead. Randal Gabaldon got on base with a walk. Turn to B2
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Marcos beat Amboy 10-3 From B1 A Hammond single drove in Ramsey Shroyer. A Woodin hit drove in Gunder. The real clincher was a double by Young that cleared the bases, scoring Gabaldon, Hammond and Woodin. Young then came in on a throwing error and it was 10-3 with no outs. “Maverick has a single speed and they were hitting it,� Browne said. With Zimmerly scheduled to pitch against Forreston on Monday, the second half of the double header yet to be played and the IHSA-mandated pitch count, Browne was handcuffed
in his options. “It gets even harder with all the postponements and rainouts,� Browne said. Another disappointment for Browne was the production of his top five hitters. “We didn’t have enough from the top of the order,� he said. “They were only four of 18. We also left three runners in scoring position. As a team, we had three homers against Dakota. With a lot of fly balls, I think we we’re trying to pull it today.� Woodin ended the game with a pair of strikeouts and a groundout.
Amboy (6-9-1) goes to 6-4 in conference, while Polo moves to 6-5 and 7-6 overall. “This was an important game for regional and conference implications,� Browne said. Since starting last year with 12 straight losses as a new program, Polo has gone 10-7 in its last 16 games. “I’m happy and excited,� Sands said. “Getting one year under your belt makes The Polo dugout mobs Brianna Pellini at home plate in celebration after she hit a two-run a difference. The kids know homerun in the top of the fifth inning against Forreston, tying the score 7-7. Polo went on to have a seven-run fifth inning, winning 13-9. Photo by Zach Arbogast what is expected of them and they’re having fun. We have a nice group of freshmen coming up and there are no attitude May 7-12 Plant Sale; HSBB Fresh-Soph at p.m. problems with anyone.​� Monday - FFA Greenhouse Orangeville, 4:30 p.m.; Rain date Friday - FFA Greenhouse Plant Sale; HSGT (H), 4 p.m.; for Rte. 72 Conference Track Plant Sale; JH IESA State Track HSSB (H) vs. South Beloit; Meet; Senior Awards Night, 7 Meet at East Peoria; HSBB HSBT at Missile Invite, 4:30 p.m. Varsity at Stillman Valley, 4:30 p.m. Thursday - FFA Greenhouse p.m.; HSBB Fresh-Soph (H) vs. Tuesday - FFA Greenhouse Plant Sale; FFA Alumni Stillman Valley, 4:30 p.m. Plant Sale; JH Track, Rte. 72 Meeting, 7 p.m.; HSBT Varsity Saturday - FFA Greenhouse Conference Meet at Byron, 4 Conference at River Ridge, 4 Plant Sale; JH IESA State Track p.m.; HSBB Varsity (H) vs. p.m.; HSGT Sectional at Lena, Meet at East Peoria; HSBB Orangeville, 4:30 p.m.; HSSB 4:15 p.m.; HSSB Varsity at Varsity at Dixon, 10 a.m.; HSBB (H) vs. Orangeville, 4:30 p.m. Orangeville, 4:30 p.m.; HSBB Fresh-Soph (H) vs. Dixon, 10 Wednesday - FFA Greenhouse Freshmen at Fulton Unity, 4:30 a.m.
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Amboy’s Clayton Kemp and Polo’s Cole Faivre look to the umpire for the call during the first game of a double header on Saturday. Photo by Earleen Hinton
May 7-12 Monday – Boys Track Meet at Milledgeville, 4:30 p.m.; Softball vs. AFC at Polo, 4:30 p.m. Tuesday – Rt. 72 Conference Track Meet at Oregon, 4 p.m.;
Softball & Baseball vs. Milledgeville at Polo, 4:30 p.m. Wednesday – PCHS Honors Night Thursday – Varsity Boys Conference Track Meet at River Ridge, 4 p.m.; Softball &
Baseball at Milledgeville, 4:30 p.m. Friday – Girls Track Sectional at Lena, 4 p.m.; Aplington State Track Meet at East Peoria Saturday – Aplington State Track Meet at East Peoria
Sports Column Spring teams are gearing up for the post season By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Finally, we are in the final stretch of the high school sports year. In my opinion, the most dormant period is right after the last local basketball team is eliminated from the state tourney until the first week in May. With the weather warming up and big meets in track taking place, along with baseball, soccer and softball teams gearing up for the post-season tell me that spring is in the air. The Oregon Hawk Classic really kicks things off with its gathering of some of the top boys track teams in northern Illinois. There is no mistaking that Forreston-Polo and Rockford Christian are superior to everyone else. Sterling Newman was missing its state champion sprinter, but
even with him they would still be a shade below F-P and RC. Those three schools will likely be battling Carthage Illini West and Colfax Ridgeview for a state title. Last year, Illini West and Colfax finished first and second, F-P third and RC and Newman tied for fourth. For the past five years, teams from the Hawk Classic have placed very high at the state meet, especially in 2013, when five of the top six state placers, including fourth-place Oregon, were from the Classic. Though the depth isn’t what it used to be in this area, the quality is as strong as ever. On paper, F-P should get 20-25 points from Brady Webb in the long jump and AJ Christensen in the hurdles. They will need a few more points than that to bring another state trophy home. Can Relays Rise? The big question for F-P is whether or not the relays can rise to the elite level in 1A. That will need to happen, with the 400 and 1,600 relays the best
candidates. The Ian Hussung-Riley Wells 800-meter race at the Hawk Classic lived up to its advanced billing. One of the best distance runners ever was Olympian Steve Prefontaine, who tragically died at age 24 in an car crash. Unlike other runners who preferred to hold back and see how a race developed, Prefontaine was noted for his allout style of running. Tapping into his best Prefontaine, that’s exactly how Hussung ran against Wells. It was Hussung setting the pace and challenging Wells to catch him. There was no holding back on Hussung’s part and for track purists, it was a beauty to behold. Sure, Wells beat Ian to the finish, but there was no shame in losing in that manner. The pair likely will see each other in the 800 at the conference, sectional and state. At I write this, I don’t have the results from Tuesday’s Ogle County track meet, but predict that Forreston-Polo will finally break the stranglehold the Rochelle boys have had on the
meet. After a few close calls the last few years, this is F-P’s year. This is Rochelle Athletic Director Kevin Crandall’s last year before retiring as AD and football coach. One thing that Crandall has made a point to do is not charge admission to the county meet, which had been held at Rochelle for all but a couple years in the late 1970s when Oregon hosted it after getting a new track. Families have plenty enough costs associated with gas money and eating concession food all year long; so it’s a nice touch for Crandall to save everyone a few bucks. Besides, there is something special about a gathering of folks all from within the same county. Marcos Impressive I finally got to my first Polo baseball game this past weekend. For a second-year program, I came away impressed. With his experience, coach Jeff Sands seems to be the right man for the job. As he said, the kids are having fun and there are no attitude
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problems. And, they are winning. That’s what I noticed in basketball, too. Year in and year out, the Polo players are happy to be on the team. As an outsider looking in, I could have that misconstrued, but it sure seems like Polo athletics have a mantra of fun. That definitely was the case for track and field. It was no surprise that Aquin’s baseball team beat Forreston in a pitcher’s dual last week.
Forreston’s Pitching Edge Forreston has an edge over every other team around when it comes to pitching depth, but in a one-game single elimination tournament, that edge is less pronounced. I would have liked to have covered one of the Polo and Forreston softball games this week, but track coaching responsibilities prevent that. Has it been good that both schools went their separate ways? It sure is looking like that. One sport that Forreston and Polo would benefit from by cooping and that is cross country. I realize golf is a fall sport and it might be difficult to pull enough kids in for x-c. However, distance running is becoming more popular and hopefully there is enough interest between both schools to have a boys and girls team. With the type of athletes at both places, the potential is there.
Sunset Golf News By Bill Coffman Sunset Golf Club The weather was not great for golf on Saturday, April 21, but after two cancellations the prior two weeks, clean-up day was a huge success. More than 24, mostly all
volunteers, participated in the seventh annual Sunset Cleanup Day. Work in the club house, cleaning windows and clearing out old outdated materials was on the schedule and completed. Unwinterizing the outdoor grill was done and we’re ready
for the first of many nights and playdays on Ewell’s Grill.  Our team started early and stayed until we’d pretty much had done enough to give our 2018 Sunset Crew a kick-start to the season that finally seems to be looking up. On the grounds crew, we
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Baseball Action The Hawks baseball team fell to Byron 8-0 on Monday. At left, Dalton Hermes (12) and Jeff Gracyalny (17) go after a pop fly on a windy afternoon game. Below, Austin Wilson pitches in relief. Photos by Earleen Hinton
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2018 Festival of Hope Above: Karen Virnoche, Oregon, one of the organizers of Ogle County Relay for Life Festival of Hope, discusses fundraising efforts Saturday with volunteers Emily Scullion and Noah Haught, both of Byron. The event, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, was held April 21 at the United Church of Byron. Above right: The team of Paul “The Mountain� Brantner, Dan Boyle, and Sean Gould, all Byron firefighters, were the winners of the tug-of-war at the Festival of Hope. Right: Little Adyn Dwyer, 2, of Byron, gets set for his own tug-of-war. His father Dan participated in the tug-of-war. Photos by Vinde Wells
Public Voice Show respect for those who use white canes Dear Editor, With the coming of spring we have more people riding bikes, skateboard, roller blades and walking.  I have noticed that some on bicycles, skateboards, and some on roller blades do not pay any attention to the “Rules of the Roadâ€? nor the traffic around them. A bicycle is supposed to be ridden on the right side of the road, single file, signal when turning and stopping, not riding two or three abreast in the middle of the road, weaving in and out of traffic.  Walkers who are walking their dogs - not a good idea to have them on that 10 foot leash - so far ahead of you‌.. dogs are supposed to walk by your side. Less danger of them being hit. We also have another class of walkers - those with white canes - I have seen them on the sidewalk, in the stores and crossing the street.  They will use the “walkâ€? signal at the intersections proper time crossing in the pedestrian crosswalk. I have also seen drivers pull up close to them and even
honk.  The white canes are special - the person carrying that cane is blind and should be shown respect.  Drivers should be aware that the bicyclists, skateboarders, and roller bladers are not paying attention, much less following the ruled of the road. We can avert the tragedy of a person being hit and injured seriously if we would pay more attention, and practice courtesy to others.  I walk with a white cane. Anne Jones Oregon
New Horizons Drug Court offers offenders second chance Dear Editor, I am a former prosecutor, associate judge, and practicing attorney and am writing this letter in support of the Ogle County New Horizons Drug Court. Â This program began Aug. 1, 2009, as a rehabilitative alternative to addicted adults in Ogle County and the resulting impact of substance addiction on the criminal justice system. Â History has shown that drug offenders are not rehabilitated in our prisons, but instead
learn new methods from other offenders on how to feed their habit once they get out of prison and go back to their old lifestyles. As an alternative to incarceration for nonviolent offenders who are addicted to substances, the New Horizons Drug Court requires intensive supervision by counsel, treatment providers, judges, the State’s Attorney, probation officers, law enforcement officers, and the program’s court coordinator who work together to monitor a participant’s recovery.  This is done by maintaining frequent drug testing and court appearances and implementing tightly structured treatment processes and recovery services. This high level of supervision allows supervisors to react swiftly to impose appropriate sanctions or treatment changes, or to reinstate criminal proceedings when participants do not comply with the program. Eligible drug-addicted persons may be sent to Drug Court in lieu of the traditional justice system process.  New Horizons Drug Court keeps individuals in treatment long enough to achieve recovery and sobriety while supervising them closely.  Participants do not graduate from the program until they
complete all the requirements, which may take years.  As an advisory board member for the New Horizons Drug Court, I have witnessed the impact this program has had on the lives of many.  Our communities are fortunate to have this service available in Ogle County and your support is needed for the continuation of this valuable program. Sincerely, Robin Minnis Oregon
Donate to Stamp Out Hunger on May 12 Dear Editor, Saturday, May 12 will be the date for the 26th annual Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger food drive for local food pantries in our area. Your letter carrier will pick up donated non-perishable food items at or around your mailbox in early morning on May 12. These donated items will then be relayed to food pantry volunteers to sort and store. Ogle County has food pantries in Oregon, Mt. Morris, Forreston, Polo, Stillman Valley, Byron, Davis Junction and Rochelle and there are many food pantries in
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the Sterling, Dixon, and Rock Falls area. These pantries augment the food needs for those lowincome families within their pantry areas. With the economy making gradual gains in our area and the rising cost of food needs there still remains a pressing need for nutritional foods. seniors, Low-income blended families and the disabled are most frequent pantry users. Our most popular items are peanut butter, milk, canned soup, and canned fruit. And yes, a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, a glass of milk with maybe an apple and a few carrot sticks still make a pretty healthy lunch and all or some of these items can usually be found at your local food pantries. Your help in making this a bounty for your local food pantry on Saturday, May 12 is needed and know that your help is greatly appreciated. Marilyn Pazera Food Drive Chairman Loaves & Fish Food Pantry Mt. Morris
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2018 Festival of Hope was well supported Dear Editor, Our Festival of Hope, also known as the American Cancer Society Relay for Life was supported by many individuals as well as businesses in Ogle County and beyond. A new fundraiser for the event was the Relay Food Wagon. It was a huge success because the following businesses generously made a contribution. Byron: Aero, Costa’s, County Market, Dos Amigo’s, Felker Foods, Headon and Considine’s Meats, Sam’s, Subway, Spanky’s, Sunrise, Sweet Bean and Wheezy’s Sports Bar and Grill; Chana: The Chana Tap; Forreston: Mimmo’s; Leaf River: Fibber’s; Mt. Morris: Casey’s; Cimino’s, The Pepper Mill, Jen’s Artisan Breads, Sullivan Grocery; Oregon: Alfano’s, Breaker’s, Chili Peppers, Cork n Tap, Dairy Queen, Dos Amigo’s, Father and Son, Hazel’s, Hectors, Hopper’s Popper’s, Jay’s Drive In, Kaufman’s Super Value, MacDonald’s, Messenger’s, Scoops, Subway, Sunrise III, The Steak Pit, The Village Bakery, VFW, Rochelle: Tecalitlan Restaurant, Grubsteaker’s, The Cypress House; Stillman Valley: LaRosa’s Pizza & Pasta, Theo’s Thirsty Cow; and Winnebago: Toni’s. And the winner of the Relay Food Wagon was Lynn Knodle. Please continue to thank and support our businesses for what they do to generate critical revenues for cancer research, patient care, and education. There will be a day when we hear “cancer is nonexistent!� Thank you again for everyone that supported the American Cancer Society. In appreciation, Karen Virnoche Oregon
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one vehicle accident on Ill. 2 A Rockford man died Monday evening in a one-car crash west of Byron. Ogle County Sheriff ’s Police said Jason Larson, 32, of Rockford, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on Ill. 72 just outside the city limits. According to a press
release from the sheriff ’s department, a car driven by Larson, who was the only occupant, was eastbound on Ill. 72 when it went off the north side of the road. The car then traveled approximately 300 feet in the ditch before sliding sideways and striking a tree.
Larson was ejected from the car. The crash occurred at 8:46 p.m. The Byron Fire Department, Byron Police Department, and Ogle County Coroner assisted at the scene. ‘The crash remains under investigation.
Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following arrests. April 24 Adam L. Kubatzke, 27, Freeport, was arrested at 6:47 a.m. for driving without a license following a traffic stop in the 4000 block of North Freeport Road. Kubatzke was also issued a citation for speeding. He was taken to the Ogle County Jail where he posted bond and was due to appear in Ogle County Court at a later date. Kimberly Young, 53, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for domestic battery. Young’s bond was set at $5,000 (10%) pending an April 25 court appearance. Britni Heavener, 32, Erie, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for contempt of court. Heavener’s bond was set at $1,000. pending an April 25 court appearance. Faith Coulter, 25, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Coulter’s bond was set at $437 pending an April 25 court appearance. April 26 Christopher A. Carle, 18, Elk Grove, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for driving while suspended. Carle posted $5,000 (10%) bond and was released. Carle is scheduled to return to court on May 18. April 27 Timothy D Woolsey Jr., 28,Rockford, was arrested at 12:34 a.m. for driving while license suspended and cited for speeding following a traffic stop on Dayflower Circle in Davis Junction. Woolsey was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Aaron Hollamon,
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Freeport, was arrested at 9:55 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 9000 block of North Illinois 26. Following an investigation into a subsequent stop, Michael Donaldson, 22, North Chicago, was arrested for driving while license suspended, no valid driver’s license, resisting a peace officer, obstructing identification, and possession of cannabis, less than 10 grams. A passenger in the vehicle driven by Donaldson, Gary Charleston, 23, Waukegan, was arrested on an outstanding McHenry County warrant. Hollamon, Donaldson, and Charleston were all transported to the Ogle County Jail where they were held in lieu of bond. April 29 Deputies responded to 14032 E. Ill. 72 (BP Gas Station) after receiving reports of a white female parked in front of a gas pump for several minutes and acting strangely. After deputies arrived on scene and spoke with the female and witness’s there was reason to believe the female was intoxicated. The female refused to cooperate with deputies and as a result she was arrested for driving while under the influence and resisting arrest. The female was identified as Rosa Pettaway, 42, South Elgin. She was transported to the Ogle County Jail and will appear in court at a later date. Darline Contreras, 21, Hillcrest, was arrested at 5:20 p.m. for not having a valid driver’s license after a traffic stop near Ill.. 251 and Flagg Road. Contreras was transported to the ogle County Jail where she was held in lieu of bond. She was also cited for not having insurance. April 30
James Exson, 51, Champaign, was arrested at 12:20 a.m. for driving while license revoked following a traffic stop on I-39 near mile marker 103. Exson was Serenity Home is located just south of Oregon on Ill. 2. It has eight patient rooms with family transported to the Ogle County alcoves, family dining room and kitchen, children’s room, chapel and other conveniences Jail where he was held in lieu for patients and families. Photo supplied of bond. He was also cited for not having insurance.
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Ruggeri Periban, 27, East Moline, was arrested at 5:07 p.m. for not having a valid driver’s license following a traffic stop in the 7000 block of West Pines Road. Periban was also cited for possession of cannabis. He was transported For the sixth year in a row, to the Ogle County Jail and Serenity Hospice and Home held in lieu of bond. has received zero deficiencies Ryan P. Harleman, 40, on its annual survey conducted Stillman Valley, was arrested by the Illinois Department of on an outstanding Ogle Public Health. “We are very pleased by the County warrant for contempt results of the recent survey,” of court and failure to appear. said Executive Director Lynn Harleman posted $1,000 and Knodle. “We take great pride was released. He is scheduled in offering the best in hospice to return to court on May 21. care to our patients and their Joel P. Moore, 30, Nelson, families. It’s always nice to was arrested on an outstanding have the state surveyors agree Ogle County warrant for that we do offer exceptional driving while license revoked. care.” Serenity is proud of its His bond was set at $10,000 qualified, well-trained and (10%) pending a court loving staff who work hard appearance. Leslie J. Nicholosi, 62, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Nicholosi’s full cash bond was set at $736 pending a May 1 court appearance. Gregory S. Thompson, 54, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. His full cash bond was set at $1,589.50 pending a May 1 court appearance. Autumn N. Zeisler, 30, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Her full cash bond was set at $2,427 pending a May 1 court appearance.
Serenity CNA Sandy Mellott holds the hand of patient Paul Shefcik, who served in the Coast Guard. Serenity Home is located just south of Oregon on Ill. 2. Photo supplied
daily to make sure that every patient and every family has the resources and care they need. The public is invited to
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Obituary Ryan W. Benson Ryan W. Benson, 58 of Polo, died unexpectedly on Saturday, April 21, 2018 in Princeton. Ryan was born in Moline, on Jan.4, 1960 to Ronald W. and Ruth (Johnson) Benson. He graduated from Polo Community High School and also from Worsham College of Mortuary Science in Chicago. He worked alongside his father at the family business Benson Funeral Home in Polo until his fathers retirement. Ryan then successfully owned and operated the Benson Funeral Home for many years.
Most recently, Ryan was employed at Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton, where he worked as a licensed funeral director and embalmer.
He was very dedicated, detailed, and passionate about his work and was proud to serve all of the families he had the opportunity to work with. Ryan is survived by one sister, Rhonda (Glen “Butch”) Cook, of Orion; one niece, Dawn (Justin) Byars, of Oak Point, Texas; one nephew, Kevin (Kelli) Cook, of Orion; and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation has been accorded and a celebration of life will take place at a later date. Memorials may be directed to his family.
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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.
April 20 Desa M. Smith, warranty deed to Ramon Villa, 503 W. Devils Backbone Rd., OregonNashua Township, $189,000. Norman J. Carroll, Shelli M. Wolf, Scott A. Carroll, Steven J. Carroll, Doris A. Doeden, Laura B. Gaulrapp, Jessica L. Doeden, Charlotte A. Heavener and Debra L. Wadsworth, warranty deed to Timothy J. Ditzler, 106 S. Jackson Ave., Polo, $44,500. Lyle E. Grobe, quit claim to
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Steven E. Grobe, 804-806 W. Dixon St., Polo. April 23 Shaun W. Ebert, warranty deed to Selena E. Ebert, 104 N. Walnut St., Lynnville Township, $110,000. Cu V. Nguyen and Kim Nguyen, warranty deed to Robert A. Walters, 221 Lake Lida Lane, Rochelle, $145,000. Edward T. Weber, warranty deed to Alexander R. Heal, 5491 S. Harlan Drive, Flagg
Township, $130,000. Renee Lynne Biesemeier, quit claim to Carlton Lee Ratmeyer and Paula R. Ratmeyer, 307 S. Oak Avenue, Forreston. April 24 Federal Home Loan Mortgage, warranty deed to David N. Hueramo, 1442 Rock Island, Davis Junction, $194,000. Brad R. Long, warranty deed to Maria Martha Torres Rodriguez and Zully A.
Vock, 501 W. Dixon St., Polo, $46,700. April 25 Scott R. Meier and Bridget C. Meier, warranty deed to Raul Aguirre and Javier Aguirre, 16997 E. Ritchie Rd., Dement Township, $225,000. Joel E. Berry and Rachel L. Berry, warranty deed to Diana A. Singleton and Martin Brizuela, 800 W. First Ave., Rochelle, $68,500. Nicanor C. Anaya and Emily
M. Analya, warranty deed to Michael D. Bear, 1220 N. 14th St., Rochelle, $210,000. April 26 Brian A. Stuart and Sandra D. Stuart, warranty deed to Nicanor Anaya and Emily Anaya, 3004 E. Ancient Oak Dr., Pine Rock Township, $268,000. Robert Gerent, Nancy Gerent and Carol Austin, warranty deed to Jason Herdzina and Courtney Herdzina, 210 N. Franklin St., Byron, $126,000.
State’s Attorney Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric D. Morrow reports the following court activity. April 23 Anita Chattic, 35, Sterling, driving while license revoked, jury status call May 21. Tylar Smith, 23, Dixon, possession of a controlled substance, jury status call May 21. Nathaniel Hillers, 23, Mt. Morris, possession of a controlled substance, aggravated fleeing, resisting a peace officer, jury status call May 21.
possession of a controlled substance, plea hearing May 21. Thomas Stiles, 26, Rockford, criminal damage to government property, jury status call May 21. Loretta Degrazia, 71, Chicago, deceptive practices, jury status call May 21. Casimir Williams, 20, Dalton, home invasion, aggravated battery, armed robbery, status hearing May 11. Joseph Myers, 20, Davis Junction, burglary, jury trial Aug. 21.
Brian Powell, 36, Forreston, violation of sex registration act, jury status call May 21. Gina Trujillo, 36, Sterling, possession of a controlled substance, jury status call May 21.
Jason Otten, 47, Rochelle, failure to register as a sex offender, plea hearing May 10.
Jennie Bohannon, 34, Rochelle, aggravated battery, domestic battery, resisting a peace officer, jury status call May 21.
Brody Stone, 19, Oregon, aggravated domestic battery, aggravated battery, status hearing May 21.
Adam Koehler, 35, Dixon, aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude, jury status call May 21. Anaceleto Resendez, 39, Rochelle, unlawful use of a weapon by a felon, possession of a controlled substance, jury status call May 21. Charlie Nicholson, 61, Aurora, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, driving while license revoked, status hearing April 27.
Jacob Turner, 39, Oregon, domestic battery, pretrial conference May 21.
Everett Bradley, 51, Rochelle, criminal damage to property, driving while license revoked, aggravated domestic battery, aggravated battery, bond forfeiture hearing May 30. Tyler Stuckeymeyer, 25, Amboy, burglary to a vehicle, status hearing May 10. David Etherton, 54, Rochelle, aggravated battery, criminal damage to government property, resisting arrest, 402 conference May 10.
Kevin Cooper, 26, Beardstown, possession of a controlled substance, bond forfeiture hearing June 20.
Shane Wilson, 19, Mt. Morris, aggravated domestic battery, aggravated battery, domestic battery, resisting, pretrial conference May 10.
Mark Gruszeckzka, 57, Oregon, possession of cannabis, jury status call May 21.
Trinity Maples, 39, Polo, aggravated battery, theft, status hearing May 10.
Jayme Camp, 41, Elgin, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, failed to appear, bond forfeiture hearing June 20.
Deshun Owens, 22, Lisle, forgery, jury status call May 21. Megan Bauer, 23, Sycamore, deceptive practice, jury status call May 21.
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Junction, possession of another’s credit or debit card, bond forfeiture hearing May 30. Mary Hart, 69, Chana, possession of cannabis with the intent to deliver, possession of cannabis, status hearing April 26. Ethan Langley, 23, Oregon, possession of a stolen motor vehicle, pretrial conference May 21. Gaige Lozdoski, 20, Mt. Morris, aggravated battery, mob action, jury status call May 21. Christopher Messer, 35, Rochelle, retail theft, possession of a controlled substance, resisting a peace officer, jury status call May 21. Matthew Turner, 28, Byron, aggravated battery, jury status call Aug. 9. Autumn Houghtby, 24, Polo, robbery, pretrial conference June 25. Sandra Hurtado, 38, Rochelle, driving while license revoked, failed to appear, bond forfeiture hearing May 25. Todd Munz, 52, Rockford, aggravated battery, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, driving while license revoked, pretrial conference May 21. Joshua Schier, 41, Polo, theft, preliminary hearing May 9. Jermine Kuhlemier, 36, Freeport, aggravated battery, jury status call June 25. Curtis Pratt, 26, Princeton, aggravated domestic battery, domestic battery, pretrial conference June 25. Thomas O’Brien, 58, Esmond, theft, status hearing June 25. Ricky Rippy, 19, Polo, armed robbery, status hearing May 21. Anthony Jaques, 19, DeKalb, aggravated battery to a peace officer, criminal damage to government supported property,
possession of a controlled substance, possession of cannabis, status hearing May 21. David Peet, 64, Oregon, aggravated battery, domestic battery, status hearing May 21. Scott Miller, 26, Polo, aggravated battery, domestic battery, status hearing May 21. Thomas O’Neal, 25, Hanover, pleaded guilty to battery, a misdemeanor. Judge John B. Roe sentenced him to two days in jail and 12 months probation. Roe also ordered him to submit to random drug and alcohol testing, cooperate with and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as recommended, refrain from contacting the victim, and pay total fines and costs of $1,033. Felony counts of aggravated battery and criminal trespass to real property were dismissed pursuant to plea agreement. Rory Gile, 59, Byron, aggravated battery, domestic battery, possession of a firearm, status hearing May 21. Tony Vencato, 28, Michigan, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, possession of a controlled substance, driving under the influence of alcohol, unlawful possession of a hypodermic needle, possession of drug paraphernalia, jury status call May 21. Joel Moore, 30, Sterling, driving while license revoked, bond forfeiture hearing May 30. Timothy Dial, 32, Mt. Morris, delivery of a controlled substance, status hearing June 25. Robert Disch, 47, Oregon, aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, jury status call June 25. Armando Losoya, 31, Franklin Grove, possession of a controlled substance, status hearing June 25. Thomas Minton, 35, Rockford, possession of a
controlled substance, status hearing June 25. William Anderson, 21, Madison, Wisconsin, possession of cannabis with intent to deliver, possession of a controlled substance, bond forfeiture hearing May 30. Ashley Jones, 27, Rochelle, possession of cocaine with the intent to deliver, status hearing June 14. Michael Donaldson, 41, Wisconsin, possession of methamphetamine, jury status call June 25. April 25 Michael Harris, 26, Oregon, criminal sexual assault, pretrial conference May 10. April 26 Ashley Williamson, 32, Mt. Morris, burglary, identity theft, attempted identity theft, plea hearing May 10. Mary Hart, 69, Chana, possession with Intent to deliver cannabis, possession of cannabis, status hearing May 10. Corey Jones, 45, Baileyville, violation of sex offender register, motion hearing May 10. Robert Lewis, 60, Mendota, unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon, possession of a controlled substance, possession of cannabis, status hearing May 10. Elizabeth Nielsen, 33, Ashton, pleaded guilty to domestic battery, a misdemeanor. Judge John B. Roe sentenced her to 45 days in jail with time served and ordered her to pay total fines and fees of $1,103. In another case, Nielsen pleaded guilty to felony domestic battery. The judge sentenced her to 42 days jail and 18 months probation, and ordered her to submit to DNA testing, random drug and alcohol testing, cooperate with and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as recommended, have no contact with the victims, take
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
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GERMAN-AMERICAN STATE BANK Plaintiff, vs. GARY M. SANDERS, DAVID SANDERS, ILLINOIS HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICE, UNKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants
The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWMBS Inc., CHL Mortgage Pass-Through Trust 2004-5, Mortgage Pass Through Certificates Series 2004-5 PLAINTIFF Vs. Edward Suits; et. al. DEFENDANTS 17 CH 00022
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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 2/23/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on June 1, 2018 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 09-28-108-013 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 708 W. Chinquapin Drive Oregon, IL 61061 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 14-17-01875. I308410 April 19, 26, May 3, 2018
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Notice is given to Defendants, GARY M. SANDERS, DAVID SANDERS, ILLINOIS HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES, UNKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN TENANTS, and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS of the following described real estate: Lot 14 in Block 18, in the Railroad Addition to the town of Forreston, In Ogle County, Illinois, according to the recorded Plat thereof, being the same Lot otherwise and erroneously described as Lot 10 in Block 18. Situated in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois. The undersigned certifies that the above entitled mortgage foreclosure action was filed on April 17, 2018, and is now pending. 1. The names of all Plantiffs and the case number are identified above. 2. The court in which said action was brought is identified above. 3. The name of the title holder of record a GARY M. SANDERS. 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with resonable certainty is a follows: Lot 14 in Block 18, in the Railroad Addition to the Town of Forreston, In Ogle County, Illinois, according to the recorded Plat thereof, being the same Lot otherwise and erroneously described as Lot 10 in Block 18. Situated in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois. 5. Common address or description of the location of real estate is as follows: 108 N. Locust, Forreston, IL 61030 6. A. Name of Mortgagor: Gary M. Sanders B. Name of Mortgagor: GermanAmerican State Bank C. Date of Mortgage: July 1, 2004 D. Date of Recording: July 6, 2004 E. County where Recorded: Ogle F. Recording Document Identification: #0408004 UNLESS you file your answer or othewise file your appearance in this case in the office of the Circuit Clerk of this County on or before May 28, 2018, A JUDGEMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. This Notice prepared by: STEPHEN S. SCHMELZLE Attorney for Plaintiff 208 W. Stephensen Street, Suite 201 Freeport, IL 61032 (815)235-1188
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STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: RYAN W. BENSON, Deceased. CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of RYAN W. BENSON. Letters of Office were issued on April 26, 2018, to RHONDA COOK, as Independent Administrator, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.Claims against the estate may be filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061- or with the estate legal representative, or both.Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. By: RHONDA COOK Independent Administrator Law Offices of THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276 tom@suitslegal.com May 3, 10, 17, 2018
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Public Notice is hereby given to all persons in Ogle County that a Public Hearing will be held May 24, 2018 at 6:00 P.M. in the County Board Room, 3rd floor of the Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois, to consider the request filed April 11, 2018 of Michael Reibel, Ogle County Planning & Zoning Administrator under the direction of the Planning & Zoning Committee of the Ogle County Board for an Amendment to the text of the Ogle County Amendatory Zoning Ordinance, as follows: A. Division 2, Section 16-2-2: Rules and Definitions; Definitions B. Division 5, Section 16-5-1C: AG-1 Agricultural District; Special Uses C. Division 5, Section 16-5-3C: R-1 Rural Residence District; Special Uses All persons in attendance at the hearing shall have an opportunity to be heard. Any person who also wishes to appear as an ?interested party? with the right to cross- examine others at the hearing must complete and file an appearance form with the Ogle County Planning & Zoning Department no later than five (5) business days before the date of the hearing. The application for this text amendment is on file with a detailed description and executive summary, and is available for examination at the Planning & Zoning Department, 911 Pines Rd., Oregon, Illinois. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS RANDY OCKEN, Chairman
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STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of: GERALD E. WOODIN Deceased
No. 2018-P-12 CLAIM NOTICE
Notice is given of the death of GERALD E. WOODIN. Letters of Office were issued on March 1, 2018, to GARY L. WOODIN, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.Claims against the estate may be filed within six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061- or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. By: Gary L. Woodin Independent Executor Law Offices of THOMAS SUITS, P.C.114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064(815) 946-2276 tom@suitslegal.com April 19, 26, May 3, 2018
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF DEATH AND CLAIM PERIODIN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OFMAURICE J. BRONKEMA, Deceased No. 18-P-16 Notice is given to creditors of the death of Maurice J. Bronkema. Letters of office were issued on March 8, 2018, appointing Patricia D. Bronkema, of 204 W. Logan Street, Forreston, IL 61030, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is named below. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminated independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Clerk of Ogle County. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Ogle County, 106 S. 5th Street #300, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both, on or before October 22, 2018 or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative or to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. Dated this 9th day of April, 2018. BRIAN J. WITT Attorney for the Estate 105 E. Main Street Morrison, IL 61270 815/772-2164 April 26, May 3 & 10, 2018
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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: MARGARET R. MYERS, Deceased No. 2018-P-26 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Margaret R. Myers. Letters of office were issued on April 2, 2018 to Mark Myers, 3128 E. Ridgewood Court, Oregon, Illinois 61061, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthyllp, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both, within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 12th day of April, 2018. MARK MYERS, Independent Executor For the Estate of MARGARET R. MYERS, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WilliamsMcCarthyLLP P.O. Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 (815) 732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com April 19, 26, May 3, 2018
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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 Trisha Morrow, Executive Director (815) 288-1901 www.casaleecar roll.com
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911 Pines Rd. Oregon, IL 61061 (815) 732-1190 Fax: (815) 732-3709 www.oglecounty.org
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTION (15 USC 1692A) April 26, May 3 & 10, 2018
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1STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: No. 2018P-26 MARGARET R. MYERS, Deceased. No. 2018P-26 NOTICE TO HEIRS To: Reggie Meadows, Darren Meadows, Unknown Heirs Notice is given to the above who are heirs in the above proceeding to probate a will and whose names and addresses are not stated in the petition to admit the will to probate, that the will was admitted to probate on March 29, 2018. Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission, you may file a petition with the court ro require proof of the will by testimony of the witnesses to the will in open court or other evidence, as provided in section 755 ILCS 5/6-21.
Mark Myers, Independent Executor
Happy 12th Birthday Patrick!
Filings are to be made with: Ogle County Circuit Clerk 106 S. Fifth Street Oregon, IL 61061
Love, Grandma
You also have the right under 755 ILCS 5/8-1 to contest the validity of the will by filing a petition with the court within 6 months after admission of the will to probate.
Kim D. Krahenbuhl Attorney for Petitioner WilliamsMcCarthyLLP P.O. Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 (815) 732-2101 kkrahenbuhl@wilmac.com April 19, 26, May 3, 2018
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWMBS Inc., CHL Mortgage Pass-Through Trust 2004-5, Mortgage Pass Through Certificates Series 2004-5 PLAINTIFF Vs. Edward Suits; et. al. DEFENDANTS 17 CH 00022 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 2/23/2018, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on June 1, 2018 at the hour of 10:00AM at Ogle County Public Safety Complex 202 S. 1st St. 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: PART OF NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 24 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A FOUND STONE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 28; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 24 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 28, A DISTANCE OF 580.94 FEET (581.46 FEET DEEDED) TO THE CENTER LINE OF A PUBLIC ROAD DESIGNATED HILL ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 05 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 20 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE, A DISTANCE OF 501.48 FEET (501.55 FEET DEEDED) TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID CHINQUAPIN RIDGE ESTATES; A SUBDIVISION BEING PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 28; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 10 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID CHINQUAPIN RIDGE ESTATES, A DISTANCE OF 912.50 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SUBDIVISION; SAID POINT BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED TRACT OF LAND; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 88 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 10 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE EASTERLY PROJECTION OF SAID NORTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 719.69 FEET TO THE WESTERLY BANK OF ROCK RIVER; THENCE SOUTH 23 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 01 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID WESTERLY BANK, A DISTANCE OF 441.34 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 10 SECONDS WEST PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 28, A DISTANCE OF 379.19 FEET; THENCE NORTH 20 DEGREES 23 MINUTES 15 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 106.00 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY TO SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG A LINE CURVED TO THE LEFT, HAVING A RADIUS OF 64.00 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 148 DEGREES 57 MINUTES 39 SECONDS, AND AN ARC DISTANCE OF 166.39 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 7 OF SAID CHINQUAPIN RIDGE ESTATES; THENCE NORTH 1 DEGREE 00 MINUTES 50 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 7, A DISTANCE OF 267.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF ROCKVALE, THE COUNTY OF OGLE, AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 09-28-108-013 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 708 W. Chinquapin Drive Oregon, IL 61061 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 14-17-01875. I308410 April 19, 26, May 3, 2018
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HELP WANTED Accounting/ Payroll Clerk Opening for fulltime position. Accounting and payroll experience required. Submit resumes to the Ogle County Treasurer at P.O. Box 40, Oregon, IL 61061 or in person at the Ogle County Courthouse. PT- Receptionist needed for busy medical practice in Dixon. Must be flexible. Send resume to: 612 Roxbury Rd Rockford IL 61107
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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 lispecifically censed 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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Owners: Roger & Debra Brinkmeier
2 Farms Located In Dakota, IL – Productive Tillable Ground W/ Pastures, Farm House, & Buildings AUCTION DATE: Friday, May 11, 2018 @ 11:00 AM Auction Location: Dakota Fire Department: 118 E Main Street – Dakota, IL 61018 Open House: Tuesday, May 2, 2018: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Real Estate Information: Jim Sullivan Realty: 815-947-9040 or 815-266-8302 PRODUCTIVE FARM-LAND TO SELL AT AUCTION
Farm 1: 175 Acres +/- Offered in 5 Parcels 227 Acres +/- Total
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FARM #1: 3258 East Mill Rd – Dakota, IL 61018 • 175 Acres +/- Offered In 5 Parcels
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Farm 2: 52 Acres +/- Offered in 3 Parcels
NOTE: Roger & Debra Brinkmeier have been in the farming & dairy industry for many years. They’ve now decided to discontinue their farming operation & sell their farmland & buildings at public auction. We know this is a busy time of year for everyone. Please take an hour or 2 to have the opportunity to purchase 2 nice farm set-ups.
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PARCEL 1: 23 Acres +/- Tillable Ground PARCEL 4: Combination of Parcels 1 - 3: 167.01 Acres Soil Types: Ogle, Dodgeville, Osco, Hitt, Lawson • PI Index: +/- Tillable 118.6 Soil Types: Ogle, Hitt, Durand, Griswold, Radford, Batavia, * Machine Shed On this parcel will be offered separately Dodgeville, Osco, Lawson • PI Index: 120.9 with 2.5 Acres – Sold by Dollar Amount * PARCEL 5: Set of Farm Buildings & 10 Acres on E. Mill 8,000 Bu Grain Bin, 60’ x 110’ Machine Shed, 46’ x 90’ Rd – North Side Heifer Shed 4 Bed/2 Bath Home, 40’ x 100’ Loafing Shed, 56 Tie Stall PARCEL 2: 71.45 Acres +/- Tillable Ground Barn, Mueller 1250 Gal Bulk Tank & Compressor, 40’ x 70’ Soil Types: Durand, Ogle, Batavia, Redford, Hitt, Dodgeville, Loafing Shed, 40’ x 80’ Machine Shed, 24’ x 72’ Calf Shed, 3 Griswold • PI Index: 116.5 Cement Silos, & Harvester Silo – Currently in Use. PARCEL 3: 72.56 Acres +/- W/ 64 Acres +/- Tillable Ground ***This Parcel Will Sell Separately from the Tillable Acres*** Soil Types: Ogle, Batavia, Radford, Durand • PI Index: 126.2 2017 Property Taxes: $10,903.55
FARM #2: 2600 Angle Road – Dakota, IL 61018 52 Acres +/- Offered in 3 Parcels
3-Bedroom Home, Dairy Barn, 2 Machine Sheds, Pasture & Tillable Land PARCEL 1: 18.39 Acres +/- of Pasture & Tillable Ground W/ Set of Farm Buildings, 50’ x 70’ Machine Shed, 56’ x 75’ Heifer Shed, 18’ x 36’ Chicken Shed, 50’ x 90’ Loafing Shed, 90’ Cement Silo, 80’ Harvester Silo, 40’ x 285’ Barn W/ 118 Tie-Stall Barn & 6 Ventilation Fans, Surge 1250 Bulk Tank W/ Compressor, (Barn Was Rebuilt Within Last 5 Years – Over $400,000 In Repairs). - Sold By Dollar Amount • Soil Types: Lawson, Ogle, Hitt, Elizabeth PARCEL 2: 33.74 Acres +/- Tillable Ground Soil Types: Lawson, Ogle, Hitt, Elizabeth, Dodgeville PARCEL 3: Combination of Parcels 1 & 2: 52.35 Acres +/- Pasture & Tillable Ground W/ Set of Farm Buildings, 3-Bedroom Home, Remodeled Dairy Barn, & 2 Machine Sheds 2017without Property Taxes: $7,416.03 on the day of formal closing. Property will be sold in AS-IS condition any contingencies. 11875 Hwy 20 E. 2445 E. Highway 11 Stockton, IL 61085 South Wayne, WI 53587 815-947-9040 or 815-266-8302 608-439-5760 or 608-439-5761
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2007 TOYOTA AVALON
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$28,999
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2016 JEEP CHEROKEE
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$14,987
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$5,999
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$16,999
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$15,999
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2017 CHEVROLET IMPALA
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2001 DODGE DAKOTA
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*Plus tax, title, license & doc fee. Payments based on 3.99% APR financing for 75 & 84 months with approved credit with vehicles up to$10,000-$1,000 down, vehicles$10,000-$20,000-$2,000 down, vehicles$20,000-$25,000-$3,000 down, vehicles$25,000+-$5,000 down. Photos for illustration only. Dealer not liable for errors. **Plus tax, title, license & doc fee. Payments based on 2.99% APR financing for 72 months with approved credit and$2,000 down. Photos for illustration only. Dealer not liable for errors. ***See dealer for details