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Regional Champs

Tourism Guide

Regiment Returns

The Cardinals shut out Earlville 13-0 to win Regional Championship. B1

Scenic Ogle County has a lot to offer this summer and fall. Insert

The Phantom Regiment will again march in the LR Summer Daze parade June 3. A2

Memorial Day services planned Two services are planned in the Forreston area to commemorate Memorial Day. The Crane’s Grove Cemetery Association will conduct its 92nd annual Memorial Day service on Sunday, May 27 at 2 p.m. at the Baileyville Baptist Church, 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville. Special music is planned, the American Legion Honor Guard and Rifle Squad will perform, and a blessing of troops will be held. Rev. Tim Hotchkiss will give the address. All Americans are urged to remember deceased veterans and thank them for the gift of freedom. The Forreston American Legion Family will hold its annual Memorial Day service on Monday, May 28 at 10 a.m. Members of the Forreston baseball team pose with their regional trophy after beating Earlville 13-0 on May 18 at the Ashton-Franklin Center Regional. at the Forreston Memorial Park. Pictured in the front row, left to right, are: Hunter rogers, Ethan Greenfield, Braedon Fyock, Jaron Groshans, Jacob Swanson, and Jacob Dye. Back row: In case of rain the service Josh Flick, Mitch Heinz, Chase Greenfield, Mavric Rudy, Brandon Schneiderman, Michael Singley, Hayden Singley, and Ryan Schoonhoven. Photo by will be held at the Forreston Earleen Hinton More pictures and a story appear on B1. Junior High School gym.

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Following Dixon incident, schools prioritize safety By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com Last week’s shooting at Dixon High School has put the focus on security measures at local school districts. The Oregon School District has reached out to state Rep. Tom Demmer (R-Dixon), about finding a source of revenue for a resource officer, Superintendent Thomas Mahoney said. “It would cost us about $50,000 to $70,000 annually to hire a full-time officer,” Mahoney said. “If we were flush with money, we would move on it immediately.” “It’s going to be a point of discussion in the next month’s board meeting, but we are

underfunded by about $4.5 million per year,” he said. Like most Illinois school districts, Oregon has seen a significant decrease in mandated state funding in recent years due to the state’s budget woes. One solution might be to use money from a onepercent county sales tax levy, Mahoney said, which Ogle County does not have at the moment. Voters rejected a referendum in April of 2013 to implement a county-wide sales tax to aid the schools. Polo Police Chief Kurt Cavanaugh told the city council Monday night that School Superintendent Chris Rademacher has been working with the police department for

several years to be prepared in case of an active shooter. “We have good communications with the schools,” he said. “I think we are well-prepared.” He said drills have been held in the buildings. Forrestville Valley Superintendent Sheri Smith could not be reached for comment on security measures in that district. Visitors in all three districts cannot enter the buildings without being “buzzed in.” Security cameras are located at the entrances and the doors are locked until school personnel inside release the lock allowing the visitor to enter. A Dixon High School senior, Matthew Milby Jr., 19,

was charged in Lee County Court Friday with three felonies involving aggravated discharge of a firearm, the first two for firing at school resource officer Mark Dallas and gym teacher Andrew McKay – who threw the gym foyer doors shut and told the seniors to run when the shooting began – and the third for firing a gun in a school building. Investigators have declined to say who, if anyone, was Milby’s target, citing the ongoing investigation. All are Class X felonies, the most serious that can be levied in Illinois. The first two are punishable by a mandatory 10 to 46 years in prison, the third by 6 to 30 years. Each charge also comes

with a mandatory 3 years’ supervised release. Milby had a preliminary status hearing before Judge Jacquelyn D. Ackert at 9 a.m. Wednesday. Milby, who has not attended school for several weeks but still was enrolled and eligible to graduate, took a 9mm semiautomatic rifle to graduation practice May 16 shortly after 8 a.m. He fired at McKay, then took off running when confronted and pursued by Dallas. He fired at Dallas outside the gym; the Dixon police officer returned fire, hitting Milby in the upper shoulder. No one else was injured. Milby was released from KSB Hospital shortly after 10 a.m. May 17 and taken to Lee

County Jail where he remains under a $2 million bond. The Illinois State Police are investigating, as they do with all officer-involved shootings, “and more charges may be filed in the near future,” Dixon police said in a news release Thursday. DHS graduation was held Sunday afternoon with tightened security in place. Fortunately, plans to tighten security already were in place at DHS, where remodeling and repairs already under way will include the addition of a secure vestibule, which will help control who is allowed in, and more surveillance cameras. Gavin Jensen and Kathleen Schultz contributed to this story.

AT&T tower aimed at Forreston By Zach Arbogast zarbogast@oglecounty news.com

Tractor Jamboree Daniel Cary, of Freeport, helps three-year-old Amethyst Blaser, also of Freeport run the old-fashioned corn sheller Saturday at AJ’s Garden Tractor Jamboree. Photo by Vinde Wells A story and more photos appear on A3.

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Church News, A5 Classifieds, B7-B10 College News, A4 Entertainment, A6

The Forreston Village Board is working on forging a policy for tower structures being built inside the village limits. During Monday evening’s village board meeting, Village President Mark Metzger addressed AT&T showing interest in building a telecommunication tower on the truck and warehouse lot bordered by North Chestnut Avenue, East Avon Street, and North Oak Avenue, and owned by Keith Anderson. AT&T’s concerns included identifying what the exact address of the parcel was,

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along with what would be identified as the front and sides of the property for the purpose of complying with setback requirements. When building a new structure, Forreston requires setbacks from the lot line of 10 feet for the sides and 20 feet for the rear. Some of the board had a different concern, however: do they have any say in whether or not a cell tower moves into the downtown? Trustee Jeff Freeze asked whether or not the board was required to approve of the tower coming in, but several members agreed that as long as AT&T complies with building requirements, they can build

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the structure. “The thing is, I thought we were supposed to watch out for the better good of the village,” said Freeze.“I understand the legality of what you’re saying, I just don’t like it.” Metzger said he would talk to village engineer Mick Gronewold and village attorney Rob LeSage for input, while in the meantime trustee Ken Vinnedge would begin developing a village policy for building communication tower structures. The village meets again on Monday, June 4 at 7 p.m. at Forreston Village Hall, 102 S Walnut Ave. The meeting is open to the public.

Deaths, B5 Darlene V. Bauer, William L. Boland Sr., Todd A. Burwitz, Johnny B. Crumley, Glenn V. Green, Richard T. Hazelton

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to perform at parade The Leaf River Summer Daze Parade is the grand finale of the weekend festival. It will step off on Sunday, June 3 at 2 p.m. “We appreciate the Leaf River Telephone Company and Exelon Nuclear for making this possible each year, and our parade emcee Kourtney Adams from the Channel 23 News team,” said Laura Werner, festival committee member. The Rockford Phantom Regiment will again be a part of the parade, and will provide a short performance in front of the Bertolet Memorial Building at the end of the parade. “The Regiment schedule is demanding and intense, including a 60-day national tour during the summer, so we are grateful to have them participate in our parade,” Werner said. The parade will start with posting of the colors by the local America Legion Posts,

followed by several fire departments and the Forreston Junior High School Band. The parade will include floats from Lions Clubs, 4-H clubs, and other organizations and businesses, area queens and pageant participants, antique tractors, cars, and the Northern Illinois Corvette Club. The parade will end with the equestrian entries. Through the parade, the Summer Daze committee is able to support the Tebala Air Squadron, Tebala Shrine Klowns, and Loves Park Shrine Club, Werner said. Come to Leaf River on June 3 and enjoy the Lions Club pork chop barbecue at the Bertolet Memorial Building before watching the parade. Leaf River Summer Daze will be held June 1-3. The weekend schedule of events, and other information, is available at www. leafriversummerdaze.org. The Phantom Regiment will perform again in the Lead River Daze parade. Photo supplied

Entrants needed for German Valley Days contests An invitation is extended to participate in the German Valley Days festival, scheduled on June 8, 9, and 10. Contestants are needed for the Friday evening production of “Match the Jury.” The show, being brought

by Kid Again of Madison, Wisconsin, is patterned after the 1970s classic television show, “Match Game.” Contestants will match wits with a panel of “local celebrities.” A cash prize will be awarded

to the winner in each of four matches. To join the fun and filling in the blanks, call Peggy Larson at 815-362-3701. “Buckets of Junk” competition, sponsored by Koellers Forreston Hardware is

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returning this year. Individuals, families, organizations, groups of any size are invited to take a pile of leftover junk and turn it into a work of art. A $10 entry fee, will get you a bucket of assorted pieces which you will turn into your creation. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers. To sign up or for more information, call Bob Ebbesmeyer at 815-541-2182. Also returning is the Around the World (in GV) Basketball Shooting contest. The 11 a.m. Saturday contest will take place at five different

basketball hoop locations in close proximity to the Ben Miller Park basketball court. Teams (of three) must make five shots (three from 15 feet and two from 20 feet) at each of the locations before running to the next location to do the same. The team that makes 25 total shots (5 baskets X 5 different hoops) first, wins. The contest will begin and end at the park. Age brackets range from 10 and under through adults. Champions in each bracket will receive a trophy. To enter or for information email Jonathan Schneiderman at

jschneiderman@fvdistrict221. org. A Pie Eating Contest, this year being sponsored by Vicki’s Baked Goods and More, is scheduled on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in the park shelter. Contestants can enter in one of two categories, age 18 and under and 19 and older, with a gift certificate awarded in each category. New this year is a Toilet Seat Toss to take place on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. It’s pitching horseshoes with a humorous twist. Participants will try their luck at tossing a toilet seat at a plunger.

Pancake breakfast set for June 9 The Silver Creek Reformed Church ACTS Ministries will serve a pancake breakfast on Saturday, June 9 from 6:30 to 10 a.m. at the German Valley Fire Station, 600 Church Street, in conjunction with German Valley Days.

The menu will include pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, applesauce, and beverage. Costs are $7 for adults, $4 for those ages 6 to 12 with those 5 and under served free. Silver Creek Church has

pledged to support the organization, “Help the Youth.” All proceeds will go toward the education of children in Haiti. Additional cash donations will be accepted. For information call 815362-5010.

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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.

General Manager: Earleen Hinton

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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Ogle County Newspapers also prints the Oregon Republican Reporter, Mt. Morris Times and Tri-County Press.

Editor: Vinde Wells

Reporters: Zachary Arbogast Andy Colbert

The Forreston Journal (USPS No. 205-520) is published weekly by B.F. Shaw Printing Co. Subscription rates are $39.00 in Ogle County and $52.00 a year elsewhere in U.S.A. Periodicals postage paid at Forreston, Illinois. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Forreston Journal, P.O. Box 237, Forreston, IL 61030. Phone: 815-732-6166, Ext. 5306

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Annual tractor jamboree draws record attendance By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com Saturday morning’s cloudy, cool weather made a 180-degree turn mid-morning to lend warm sunshine to the ninth annual AJ’s Garden Tractor Jamboree. A record crowd and close to a record number of garden tractors made the day a success for its hosts Andy and Lisa Hinrichs and their son AJ, at their home west of Oregon on Columbian Road just off Pines Road. “We had 400 to 450 people that’s the most ever,” Lisa said. “The weather was a big help. It was cold and damp early but then about 10 o’clock the sun came out. It turned out to be a really nice day.” Rows and rows of garden tractors - more than 300 in all - drew a lot of attention from the crowd. Mike Waack and Tom Keller, both of Muscatine, Iowa, were visiting with Bill Brackemyer,

of Morrison, about his dad’s 1965 Simplicity Broadmoor Deluxe. Keller said they are regulars at the jamboree. “We’re collectors. We try to get her every year if we can,” he said. Waack said the event has grown significantly over the years. “The first year we came it was just a few tractors. Now look,” he said, gesturing to the long lines of garden tractors of all brands and colors. The Simplicity wasn’t the only garden tractor Brackemyer was showing; he also brought two newer ones of his own. “I’ve got two that are worth something and one that means something,” he said with a grin. The Simplicity was purchased by his grandfather and great-grandfather 53 years ago and still works. “I actually have an oldfashioned eight millimeter movie of my great-grandpa

taking it out of the truck with a grin on his face,” he said. “It’s been cutting grass all this time.” Brackemyer has the original paperwork for the purchase of the mower, which has been repaired a couple of times over the years. He rebuilt it in 2012, he said, getting the needed parts from eBay. Lisa Hinrichs said the usual events were held — the tractor parade, plowing demonstrations, the poker run, and the slow tractor race, where the last tractor across the finish line wins — along with some new events. This year AJ planted Indian corn using a one-row planter pulled by a garden tractor. Kids’ activities, like corn shelling, was moved to a brand new barn, which also houses the family’s flock of chickens. The annual auction to benefit the Blackhawk Crossings 4-H Club featured tractor-themed hand-made quilts and even a rhubarb cake.

Above, Mike Waack and Tom Keller, both of Muscatine, Iowa, visit with Bill Brackemyer, of Morrison, about one of the garden tractors he displayed Saturday at AJ’s Garden Tractor Jamboree. Below, Spencer Cox, of Stillman Valley, watches while he discs with a garden tractor. Photos by Vinde Wells

County officials get raises By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com Three elected officials in Ogle County will get a 7.5 percent pay increase over the next four years. The county board approved pay hikes May 15 for the county clerk, treasurer, and sheriff with only a couple of members casting no votes. One of the dissenters was Pat Saunders, of Polo, who said she would prefer to set a flat amount, rather than a percentage, for the increase. “I’m opposed to the percentage because it makes the gap larger between elected

officials and everyone else,” she said. “These get to be substantial raises - over four years it’s $6,000 [for each]. I’m going to vote no.” The salaries will increase by 1.5 percent in 2019 and 2020, by 2 percent in 2021, and another 2.5 percent in 2022. That means the clerk’s and treasurer’s annual salaries will increase from the current $80,765 to $81,977 in 2019, $83,207 in 2020, $84,871 in 2021, and $86,993 in 2022. The sheriff’s pay will increase from the present $88,842 to $90,175 next year, $91,528 in 2020, $93,359 in 2021, and $95,693 in 2022. According to state statute,

the salaries for elected officials must be set at least 180 days before the beginning of their terms. County Clerk Laura Cook and Sheriff Brian VanVickle are both running unopposed in the Nov. 6 general election for their second terms in their respective posts. Chief Deputy Treasurer Linda Beck is running unopposed for her first term as county treasurer. Current Treasurer John Coffman, who has served in his office since 2000, did not seek re-election. The raises take effect on Dec. 1 when the new four-year terms begin.

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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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Strouses will mark 40 years

Rock River Center will host a community blood drive June 4

Clint and Fran Strouse will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on Saturday, June 2. They will host an open house on Saturday, June 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Oregon VFW (Ill. 64 West) from 2 to 4 p.m. for the occasion. They were married at St. Paulâ€™s Lutheran Church in Oregon by Reverend Swedberg.Â Please join them for this celebration with their children, Pam Puckett, Cindy Puckett Stewart, Michelle Strouse Armstrong, and Christopher Strouse, and grandsons, Dylan Puckett, Christopher Armstrong, and Reese Armstrong.Â No gifts please.

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The Rock River Center, located at 810 South 10th Street in Oregon, will host a Community Blood Drive on Monday, June 4. Staff from the Rock River Valley Blood Center will draw blood between 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. If you are at least 17 years old, (16 years old with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in general good health, you should be eligible to donate blood. One in three people will need blood and you never know when you or someone you love might be the one. The Rock River Valley Blood Center is the sole supplier of blood and related services to Beloit Health System, Edgerton Hospital and Health Services, FHN, OSF

College & Service News Christopher Brauns Christopher Brauns, of Stillman Valley, graduated from Cedarville University, located between Dayton and Columbus, Ohio, on May 5 with a degree in Computer Science. Madeline Friday Madeline Friday, of Rochelle, was named to the spring deanâ€™s list at Belmont University, Nashville, Tennessee. Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12

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hours and a quality grade point average of 3.5 with no grade below a C. Megan Gronewold Megan Gronewold, of Forreston, was recently initiated into the honor society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nationâ€™s oldest and most selective alldiscipline collegiate honor society. Gronewold was initiated at University of WisconsinWhitewater. Gronewold is among

approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Lindsey Veitch Lindsey Veitch, of Oregon, has been named to the spring deanâ€™s list at Columbia College, Columbia, Missouri. To be named to the deanâ€™s list, a student must have completed 12 semester hours in a 16-week period and achieved a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0-point scale.

Bradley University Several area students have been named to the spring deanâ€™s list at Bradley University, Peoria. Earning academic honors are Kristin R. Drew, of Mt. Morris, and Naeva E. Groenewold and Kaleb Reining, both of Forreston. To be eligible for the Deanâ€™s List a student must achieve a minimum 3.5 grade point average for the semester on a 4.0 scale.

Saint Anthony Medical Center, Rochelle Community Hospital, MercyHealth Rockford, SwedishAmerican Health System and Swedish American Medical Center-Belvidere. RRVBC needs to collect approximately 1,000 units each week to meet area patient needs.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Rock River Center at 815-732-3252. Contact the Rock River Valley Blood Center (RRVBC) at 815-965-8751 or toll free at 877-RRVBC-99 or on the web at www.rrvbc.org.

Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Laura J. Cook issued the following marriage licenses. May 11 Kyle E. Sondergaard and Amelia S. Deprez, both of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

R. Folk, both of Rockford. May 15 Daniel S. Gailey and Tara L. Reeverts, both of Byron. Brian R. Kilday and Jerilyn M. Telschaw, both of Forreston.

Derek J. Lofquist and Sara A. Thompson, both of Evergreen Park.

Laramie D. Carl Potts and Moriah M. Griesbach, both of San Marcos, Texas.

May 14 David J. Wichman, of Freeport, and Samantha M. Dammann, of Winnebago.

May 17 Joseph D. V. Woodman and Tiffany M. Barrington, both of Evanston.

Robert W. Ross and Nina E. Kimbro, both of Rochelle.

Leonardo Rivera Jr. and Shelly L. Zuniga, both of Mt. Morris.

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Rock River Center Activities (All ages are welcome to participate in programming) Bald Hill Prairie Preserve Presentation Come to Rock River Center to learn about Byronâ€™s newest preserve, itâ€™s history, families that owned the property, and Illinoisâ€™ largest tree. The presentation begins promptly at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 12. Call 815-732-3252 to register if you plan on attending. Lunch and bingo

follow the program. Bring a dish if you plan on staying for lunch. All Occasion Card Making Class Join us for a Card Making Class on Wednesday, June 13, from 9 a.m. -12 noon at Rock River Center. Rock River Center volunteers will be available to share many card making ideas. Stations will be set up by card type. Craft supplies will

be provided. Participants will make two cards of each variety. One you will keep, the other will be left at RRC for sale. This is a free class and will be limited to 15 participants. Call 815-732-3252 by June 6 to register if you plan on attending, so we can have enough supplies on hand. Computer Classes at Rock River Center The Computer Technology Center at Rock River Center is

free and open to the public, and available weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The following computer class has been scheduled in June. Mon., June 18 â€“ MS 2016 Word Basics â€“ 9:30 - 11 a.m. (Facilitator: Deb Julian) This class provides the basics functions of Microsoft 2016 Word. Learn tasks such as opening existing files, creating new files, formatting, saving and printing. Handouts will be provided. Experience using a mouse is helpful, but not required. All scheduled classes are free to attend and open to the public. Space may be limited, so call early to be guaranteed a spot. To register for training classes, call Rock River Center at 815-732-3252. Groups Information Cancer Support Group â€œFacing the Challengeâ€? is a support group that provides a

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safe, accepting environment for patients currently going through treatment, survivors, caregivers and loved ones to talk openly about the challenges a cancer diagnosis brings. Anyone who has been affected by cancer is invited to attend! Rock River Center and Home of Hope are partnering to offer information to this group. The group meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 3-4 p.m. at Rock River Center. 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,

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EMS Strong Always in Service FHN proudly celebrates National Emergency Medical Services Week 2018 FHN is always grateful for all that Emergency Medical Services teams provide, and in appreciation of their commitment to serving our community we are proud to observe May 20 â€“ 26 as Emergency Medical Services Week. Every day we entrust our health and safety is a day we feel secure and fortunate. Thank you Emergency Medical Services! FHN offers a variety of classes that cover the basics of First Aid, CPR and AED use, and a step-by-step process to control bleeding, injuries, and various medical emergencies. Register for our upcoming classes at www.fhn.org/communityeducation.asp! Thank you for helping us increase the safety in our community.

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.

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 24—10 a.m. Bible Class; 7 p.m. CLS Graduation at COSLC Sunday, May 27—9 a.m. Worship with Communion, Confirmation & Reception; No Education Hour Monday, May 28—Office Closed Thursday, May 31—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. Visit our website: www.

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crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 102 N. Maple St., Mt. Morris Pastor Julie Bunt 815-734-4853 www.disciplesumc.org Office Hours M-F 8-noon 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Followed by Coffee Hour And Sunday School Communion every week All are welcome Child care provided Handicapped Accessible 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 24—1 p.m. Ladies Bible Study Saturday, May 26—7 a.m. Men’s Accountability Group Sunday, May 27—8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Inner Mission; 10 a.m. Worship Service 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

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The deadline is 3 p.m. on Fridays for information for the Church News to be turned in at our office at 113 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon. The deadline is 9 a.m. on Fridays for church news left in the drop boxes in Forreston & Polo. Items can also be emailed to vwells@oglecountynews.com. For more information call Vinde Wells at 815-732-6166 ext. 5903. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 815-732-2642 Rev. Jared Cochran “A Christ-centered, Biblebelieving, family-oriented ministry.” 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 6 p.m. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting Transportation and nursery provided for all services. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon Rev. Karen Gerhard Conner 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com Handicapped Accessible 10:30 a.m. Worship Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor David Poust 815-938-2380 Thursday, May 24—8 a.m. AA Meeting Sunday, May 27—9 a.m. Worship Monday, May 28—8 a.m. AA Meeting FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2649 W. Florence Rd., Freeport Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier 9 a.m. Worship Service January, March, May, July, September, November VAN BROCKLIN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2649 W. Florence Rd., Freeport Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier 9 a.m. Worship Service February, April, June, August, October, December FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Presbyterian Church in America Pastor Drew Jones 815-938-3605 www.forrestongrovechurch. com 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Pioneer Club; 7:45 p.m. Choir FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH 501 Third Ave. Pastor Lyle Zumdahl 815-938-2424 lylezumdahl@gmail.com 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School FREEDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA Pastor Brant Clements 815-284-2966 Website:https//www. freedomlutheran.org/home.html Sunday Evening Worship at 5:45 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 200 S. 5th St., Oregon Coffee & Fellowship following the service Welcome Center is at 111 S. 4th St., Oregon GATHERING PLACE CHURCH Come Take Your Place at the Table - SOS 2:4 124 N. Fourth St., Oregon (Oregon Coliseum)Pastor Wade Buzzard 815-440-7937 Online: theGP.Church // FB. com/theGatheringPlaceChurch 10 a.m. Sundays

Life Groups Throughout The Week GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church and Main Streets Don Plock, Pastor 8:30 a.m. Worship Service GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. German Valley Pastor Jake Ritzema 815-362-6601 9 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages 10 a.m. Worship Service

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will begin at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Hoffman’s sermon is titled “Does the Truth Matter Anymore?” Greeting you will be Marianne Jones. During morning worship an exceptionally fine Children’s Church is offered for children 3 years old through Grade 5. Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m. and includes classes for adults, young adults, teens, children and infants. Special attention is given in each class to issues and topics related to the particular needs and interests of each group. The Wednesday night Youth Group meets at 6 p.m. at East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville Road. 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 LEAF RIVER BAPTIST oregonumc@outlook.com CHURCH Sunday Worship 9 a.m. 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Followed by Fellowship and Leaf River All-Age Sunday School Pastor Randy Newton Thursday, May 17—6:30 p.m. 815-738-2205 Mission Committee Meeting Email leafriverbc@gmail.com Sunday, May 20—9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Sunday Praise and Worship; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Worship Service & Sunday School (Last Class (Nursery provided) until Fall) 11 a.m. Sunday School Tuesday, May 22—10 a.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. Prayer & Staff Meeting; 6 p.m. Cub Scouts Bible Studies Wednesday, May 23—6:30 Prayer Chain 738-2205 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 7 a.m.-7 Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. p.m. Prayer in Chapel; 5-7 p.m. Various Activities VBS Potato & Salad Bar; 6 p.m. Evangelism Meeting; 7 p.m. LEAF RIVER UNITED Choir METHODIST CHURCH Sunday, May 27—8 a.m. 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Education Meeting; 9 a.m. Pastor David Poust Sunday, May 27—10:30 a.m. Worship, Coin Collection & Graduation Sunday; 10:15 a.m. Worship Fellowship LIGHTHOUSE UNITED PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN METHODIST CHURCH CHURCH 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Pastor Chan Ik Choi Pastor Charlotte Hoppe Handicapped Accessible 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 10 a.m. Sunday School Age Three through POLO CHURCH OF THE Sixth Grade. BRETHREN Everyone is Welcome Congress Ave. & Webster St. (The church is handicapped MT. MORRIS CHURCH accessible) OF THE BRETHREN Pastor Leslie Lake 409 W. Brayton Road PoloCob@risebroadband.net P.O. Box 2055 9:30 a.m. Family Worship Mt. Morris, IL 61054 11 a.m. Sunday School Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573 PRAIRIE DELL Office hours Monday - Friday PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Friday, May 25—9 a.m. Shannon Women’s Fellowship; Pastor Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP Ginny Day Off 815-864-2448 Saturday, May 26—Pastor 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School Ginny Day Off 10 a.m. Worship Sunday, May 27—8:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Communion; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH School; 11 a.m. Living Hope 609 S. 10th St., Oregon Church Service Craig Arnold, Pastor Monday, May 28—Pastor 812-236-1213 Ginny Day Off; 2-4:30 p.m. Food 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Pantry Open Tuesday, May 29—8:45 a.m. ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL Bible Study CHURCH 1000 Ill. 64 West NORTH GROVE Oregon EVANGELICAL CHURCH Rev. Eldred George 10384 W. Coffman Rd., 815-732-7211 Forreston www.saintbrides.org Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Email:saint.bride.church@ Church: 815-938-2194 gmail.com Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 Services 9 a.m. Sunday School Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. 10:05 a.m. Worship Service Holy Communion Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 Classes a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Children’s Sunday School & Open at New Life Community Adult Bible Study Available Center St. Bride’s follows traditional Anglican-Episcopal church OREGON practices; is biblically based CHURCH OF GOD and both family and individual 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. oriented. Visitors are always Pastor Michael Hoffman welcomed. 815-732-6847 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ST. JAMES LUTHERAN 10:30 a.m. Worship CHURCH You and your family are West Grove Road at invited to join us for worship on Columbine Rd. Sunday, May 20. Rev. Lucy Wynard The morning worship service

Sunday, May 27—9:15 a.m. Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. Congregational Bible Study, Senior Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 a.m. Divine Worship; 11:30 a.m. Reception Honoring Graduates ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919 Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School for 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: trinitymmil@frontier. com Website: www.trinitymmil.net Saturday Worship 5:30 p.m. Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 25—8 a.m. Bulletin & Fellowship Saturday, May 26—5:30 p.m. Worship Service-Holy Trinity Sunday, May 27—9:30 a.m. Worship Service-Holy Trinity Monday, May 28—Memorial Day, Office Closed Tuesday, May 29—3:30 p.m. Summer Lunch Program Training at Lincoln Elementary, Rochelle; 4 p.m. Uof I CATCH Club for 3rd & 4th Graders Wednesday, May 30—6:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise Group; 9 a.m. Quilting Group 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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White elephant sale is June 1 & 2 in Oregon The Chana School Foundation will have its annual white elephant sale benefiting the Chana School Museum on Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2 at the Oregon Coliseum. The museum is a not-forprofit project that is dependent on volunteers and donations. Items may be dropped off on Thursday, May 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. People may call for pick up of larger items starting May 29 by calling 815732-6807. Some items will not be accepted, such as large appliances, entertainment centers, blinds, and TVs. Call concerning items in

question before delivery. No items will be accepted on Friday or Saturday. IRS tax slips will be available for donated items on request. The sale will begin Friday, June 1 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Saturday, June 2 the morning will begin with sale opening at 8 a.m. and the Oregon Lions Club serving pancake and sausage breakfasts beginning at 8 a.m. in the basement of the Coliseum. Breakfast will be offered until 12 p.m. The Chana School Foundation sale will also close at 12 p.m.

Get property history at historical society Ogle

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residents

Runners start the 2016 KB Tough Run at the White Pines Ranch. This year’s event is Saturday, June 23. Registrations for interested in previous deed the race are now being accepted. Photo by Earleen Hinton holders of their property may

obtain these records at the Ogle County Historical Society for a nominal search donation of $10 for each parcel number. Reasons people might seek old deeds are history of previous owners and seeing The Ogle County Pork original parcel description Producers will be on hand (size). Bring the parcel number preparing their pork chop sandwiches and hot dog for dinner. Rockford Brewing Company will be on hand, featuring local craft beers. Fundraising activities including Horsey Bingo and a cash raffle are being organized The Byron Forest Preserve too. See you in June. District will be hosting a Questions can be directed to Murder Mystery Dinner on info@KBTOUGHRUN.com. Friday, June 15 starting at To learn more about the 6 p.m. at the Jarrett Prairie event and the fund visit the Center Museum in Byron. website at www.KBToughRun. The Northern Illinois com. Players Troupe has developed

Seventh annual KB Tough Run is set for Sat., June 23 at White Pines Ranch The seventh annual KB Tough Run has been scheduled for Saturday, June 23 at the White Pines Ranch, near Oregon. The KB Tough Run is the major fundraising event for the KB Fund, which has been fund has been established to help those in the community that are burdened by a medical crisis. More than 40 families have been helped by the KB Fund. Their needs ranged from expenses related to cancer treatments, chronic illness, accident recovery, special needs therapy, premature births

and more. Early registration for the event ends on Wednesday, June 6. Registration forms are available online at www. KBToughRun.com. The new 10K run, 5K Tough Run, Hike and Kid Sprint participants can all sign up online by visiting the website and following the Register Now link. Early registration guarantees tough run and hike participants an event T-shirt and drink token. This year’s event will

feature professional timing by Crossroads Events. Chipped bibs will allow for prompt and accurate race times for participants. The 10K race registration is $35, the Tough Run and Hike registration is $30 while the Kid Sprint is $10. A $5 Kid Zone wrist band ensure unlimited access to all the games, face painting and activities. Deejay Jason Hardin, will be setting up his mobile sound station to provide music and emcee services throughout the day.

Byron Forest Preserve District to offer Mystery Dinner on June 15

a special “Murder at the Jarrett Prairie” with their cast members playing the part of the detectives, witnesses and 29. suspects to help the audience The holidays were always a to solve the crime while they very special time for The King of Rock n’ Roll. For Elvis, the holidays meant a time of sharing with friends, family, and even complete strangers! The cost of this trip is $85 for members and $90 for nonmembers. The reservation and payment deadline is Monday, Oct. 15. Circa21 performances are priced to include transportation, show tickets, lunch (dessert is The Polo Community High optional and available at the School 145th Alumni Banquet show for additional cost) and will be held on Saturday, June all taxes and gratuities. 2 at Centennial Elementary Reservations and School. This location is a prepayment can be made in change from years past. person at Rock River Center, The banquet will start at 810 S 10th St, Oregon or by 6:30 p.m. with dinner, followed mail. Note: Reservations and by the business meeting and payment must be received by featured speaker, Bill Hare, the deadlines noted. Class of 1956. Hare has taken several trips Please call the Rock River to Honduras where a team of Center at 815-732-3252 or toll volunteers help build homes free 1-800-541-5479 for more and provide food for the information. families in villages there.

Rock River Center offering trips to Circa 21 The Rock River Center is offering a trip to Circa 21’s performance of Mama Won’t Fly on Wednesday, Sept. 26.

An outrageously hilarious race against the clock begins when Savannah Sprunt Fairchild Honeycutt agrees to

“Tales from the Tombs IV” Grand Detour Cemetery Walk Sunday, May 27, 2018 1-4pm Tours begin every 15 minutes.

Meet residents from Grand Detour’s past and hear their stories. Hosted by St. Peter’s Church Preservation Committee. Historic St. Peter’s Church will be open to guests.

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get her feisty mother all the way from Alabama to California in time for her brother’s wedding. The cost of this trip is $80 for members and $85 for nonmembers. The reservation and payment deadline is Friday, Aug. 24. Each performance is priced to include transportation, show tickets, lunch (dessert is optional and will be available at the show for additional cost) and all taxes and gratuities. Reservations and prepayment can be made in person at the Rock River Center or by mail. Note: Your reservation and prepayment must be received by the deadline on all trips. Make your reservations early as some shows sell out quickly. Seating is limited. Celebrate Christmas at Circa 21 Blue Christmas: A Rock N Roll Holiday Extravaganza will be offered Thursday, Nov.

found on the real estate tax bill to the Ogle County Historical Society Annex, 111 N. Sixth St., Oregon, on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Inquires may be made to Bonnie Hendrickson at 815721-6558 or OCHS, P.O. Box 183, Oregon, IL 61061. For more information contact Arlene Sangmeister at 815-7324200 or a.sangmeister@ comcast.net.

enjoy dinner and drinks in the national award winning Jarrett Prairie Center Museum. The cost for the mystery dinner is $35 per person with a cash bar. There will be space for seven tables of eight persons. Advance registration is required. Call the Byron Forest Preserve at 815 234-8535 extension 200 to register.

Hare to speak at PCHS Alumni Banquet June 2 Event to be held at Centennial Elementary

Open Sat May 19~1-5 & 7-9

He has lead many students and adults on the mission trips. Before the dinner, attendees will have the opportunity to tour the elementary school building. The school was built in 1957 and opened an addition in 2000 which doubled its size. Use the south doors to enter the gym. The registration table and tickets for the 50/50 raffle will be available near the south side entrance of the gym. Tickets for the banquet are now available for $16 at First Bank of Shannon-Polo. Tickets can also be purchased at Davis Insurance or from one of the officers, Don Vock, Mike Davis, Susan Cavanaugh, and Karen Merlak.

Admission

*Closed Sun May 27 for Graduation*

Mon-Sat 1-5pm, 7-9pm ~ Sun 1-5pm $2 In District $4 Out of District Open July 4th 1-5pm 2018/2019 After School Hours TBD Last Day ~ Sept. 3rd (Labor Day) Open 1-5 Pool Passes In District

Pool Parties

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*Please call the pool to schedule parties with the manager on duty.*

Party Hours Mornings Nights Sat & Sun 9-11am & 1 1-1pm Mon-Sat 5-7pm & 9-11pm Sun 5-7pm

Swimming Lessons $10 In District ~ $20 Out of District 1st Session June 18-22 2nd Session July 9-13 10-11am 11-12pm and 5:30-6:30pm (5 Lessons Guaranteed) (SWIM DIAPERS AVAILABLE $1 each) Follow POLO POOL on Facebook!

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Cabela’s King Kat Tournament is back! Sign ups are available at Dixon Welcome Center or at KingKatUSA.com. Sign up now for your shot at the GRAND PRIZE. With activities all weekend. It’s fun for the whole family!

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Oregon natives earned degrees

Two new physicians, a structural engineer/architect, and a health care executive have roots in Oregon. Â All four girls grew up together as sisters, cousins, and friends.Â Abigail Miller, daughter of Dwight and Ruth Miller, formerly of Mt. Morris and Oregon, presently residenced in the Hawaiian Islands, received her M.D. from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford on May 11.Â A 2002 Oregon High School alumnus, Miller then graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Science in 2006. Â She earned her masterâ€™s degree in Public Health from California State University, San Bernardino, California, in 2012.Â She will do her three-year Family Medicine residency at Aurora Health Care in Waukesha, Wisconsin.Â Joy Ryland, daughter of Rick and Laurie Ryland, of Oregon, will graduate from Midwestern Universityâ€™s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine on May 24 as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Â Joy graduated from Oregon High School in 2003 and

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Next recycling for electronics set for June 1, June 29 Events will be held on Pines Road in Oregon

Jasmine Jacobs, Joy Ryland, Abbey Miller, and Michelle Ryland recently earned degrees. Photo supplied

then from Illinois Wesleyan University with a bachelor of science in Biology in 2007. Â She continued her studies, becoming an EMT in 2010 and a paramedic in 2012, working for the Mt. Morris Fire Department from 2010 to 2015.Â Joy has matched into a dually accredited (DO & MD) rural family medicine program.Â She will spend her intern year in Rockford at Swedish American Hospital.Â The final two years of her residency training will be based in Monroe, Wisconsin. Michelle Ryland, also daughter of Rick and Laurie Ryland, recently successfully completed the two-part structural engineering exam. Â She finished her Oregon High School studies in 2005,

graduating a year early.Â She received her bachelor of science in Architectural Studies in 2009 and her masters of architecture in 2011 from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, graduating with highest honors.Â She is presently a licensed architect and licensed structural engineer at Klein and Hoffman, a Chicago-based architectural and structural engineering firm specializing in the repair and restoration of existing buildings. Jasmine Jacobs, daughter of Eric and Jackie Jacobs, of Oregon, is the Manager of Transition Planning at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrenâ€™s Hospital of Chicago.Â attended She initially Oregon Schools but was home-

schooled during high school after having back surgery.Â After graduating in 2010, she went on to Bradley University, obtaining her bachelor of science in Health Science with a minor in Business Administration in 2014.Â Jacobs earned her masters of science in Health Systems Management at Rush University in 2016.Â She did a one-year Administrative Fellowship at Lurie Childrenâ€™s Hospital before accepting her current position. Â In July, Jacobs will be marrying Justin Rossman of Chicago.Â Justin is a CAD Manager and Field Representative for Site Design Group, an awardwinning landscape architecture firm.Â Â

The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department will hold its next electronic recycling event on Friday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. sharp at the County Annex Building, 909 Pines Rd., Oregon. Â No electronics collection will be held in May. A second collection will be held on Friday, June 29. These events are for household electronic items from Ogle County residents only, and identification will be requested. Â For business generated electronics to recycle, call the OCSWMD at the number listed below for other options. Â Business or educational institution electronics are not accepted at this event. Items accepted include all televisions, computer monitors, CPUs, laptops, keyboards, electronic mice, computer speakers, printers, copiers, FAX machines, VCR and DVD players, satellite receivers, computer cables,

stereo equipment, phone systems, digital clocks, cell phones, tablets, video game consoles, holiday light strands, extension cords, CFL bulbs, rechargeable batteries, and printer cartridges. Â Microwave ovens are accepted at a charge of $5 per unit. These and similar items are banned from Illinois landfills. Â Residents are limited to 10 large items (televisions, monitors, printers, microwaves, VCR and DVD players, stereos, speakers) per collection event. Items not accepted include appliances, such as refrigerators, washers, and dryers, dehumidifiers, lamps, fans, coffee makers, bread makers, fryers, toaster ovens, alkaline batteries, yard and power tools, exercise equipment, vacuum cleaners, electric razors and toothbrushes, electronics which have been scrapped and harvested for valuable parts, and boxes, Styrofoam, and other packaging from electronics. For more information, call the OCSWMD at 815-7324020 or visit www.oglecounty. org

Ogle County teen wins state 4-H honor Berns wins 4-H hippology contest Brenna Berns, an Ogle County 4-H member, took the top honor in the Illinois 4-H State Horse Hippology Contest. The contest was held April 21 on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. She placed second in the 2017 contest. â€œThe primary objective of these contests is to provide an opportunity for youth to demonstrate their knowledge of equine-related subject matter in a competitive setting

where attitudes of friendliness and fairness prevail,â€? said Debra Hagstrom, University of Illinois Extension equine specialist. In hippology, youth field a wide range of questions, ranging from breed identification, anatomy, tack identification, and feed samples to disease management, parasite identification, and quality assessment. Participants also are given a timed problem-solving challenge they must solve on the spot in front of a panel of judges. The top 10 finishers in the senior division were Berns,

first; Olivia Charles of Carroll County, second; Katelyn Hamilton of Randolph County, third; Audrey DeRossett of Union County, fourth; Hannah Haney of Saline County, fifth; Alison Poole of Ogle County, sixth; Gwen Klinkey of Kane County, seventh; Katie Hoffman of Carroll County, eighth; Vanessa Bucher of Mercer County, ninth; and Miranda Scheel of Kane County, tenth. Top 10 finishers in the intermediate division were Ruthie Ruhl of Logan County, first; Jenna Buss of Kendall County, second; Emily Butler of McDonough County,

third; Emily Wacker of Kendall County, fourth; Eliza Engelhardt of Marion County, fifth; Desiree Reid of Mercer County, sixth; Tea Thomas of Whiteside County, seventh; Augie Staudacher of Kendall County, eighth; Elizabeth Melton of Kane County, ninth; and Grace Heepke of Madison County, tenth. A Madison County 4-H member took top awards in the junior division. Calla Litteken earned first place, followed by Talisa Thomas of Whiteside County who was second. Brenna Berns, of Ogle County, right, took the top honor in The contest strengthens the Illinois 4-H State Horse Hippology Contest. Also pictured youthâ€™s study and research is Oliva Charles, of Carroll County, who took second. Photo habits

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Byron Library News Special Hours The Byron Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 28 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Dungeons & Dragons Club Saturday, June 2 1 to 4 p.m. Ages: 15-92 Would you be interested in going on an adventure, finding magic loot, slaying a dragon, and saving the day? D&D is what you need! Â All supplies provided. Firsttime players welcome. Summer Reading Club for Birth-Sixth Grade Tuesday, May 29-Friday, July 31 Join our summer reading club. Fill your punch card to win prizes and to earn your ticket to the summer reading

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Gabaldon is December Student of the Month

Dave Bakener, far right, Village of Progress accountant, takes Chuck McCourt, Brenda McCourt, and Cecilia Zimmerman on a tour around VOP’s facilities. VOP held an open house on May 11 in celebration of ongoing restorations after severe flooding last summer. Photo by Zach Arbogast

Polo Senior Center plans week bus trip to Colorado The Polo Senior Center plans a seven-day, sixnight bus trip to Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods, and Royal Gorge in August. The motor coach will leave on Sunday, Aug. 12 and return on Saturday, Aug.18. The price, based on double occupancy is $755 per person and includes motor coach transportation, six nights lodging, six breakfasts and four dinners, as well as tours of the Garden of the Gods, U.S. Air Force

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Congratulations to Randel James Gabaldon II on being Polo Community High School’s December Student of the Month. Randel is the son of RJ Gabaldon and Amy Sikyta. He has two sisters, Emily and Grace. Randel frequently volunteers at Pinecrest in Mt. Morris He also is a lifeguard at the Polo Pool. In his free time, he likes to work out and go crawfishing. Randel has many fun facts about himself. His favorite TV show is Family Guy. His favorite phone app is Snapchat. His favorite food is sushi (El Tempura). The last good book he read was The Catcher in the Rye. His favorite movie is The Usual Suspects. His favorite class is construction and his favorite teacher is Mr. Bumstead. His hero is his Dad. Someday he would like to meet Elon Musk (inventor, CEO and businessman). When asked what the best thing about Polo is, Randel said “I am.” Randel’s biggest fear is losing a competition against his bros.

In high school, Randel has participated in Spanish Club for two years, National Honor Society, Varsity Club, baseball, football, and basketball. Randel would like to give a shout out to his Mom and Dad, Jenna, Chris, Reid, Baylee, and JY.

After high school, Randel plans on going to a university with a major in the business field. December’s Student of the Month sponsors are the Polo Snow Rangers and First State Bank Shannon-Polo.

On behalf of First State Bank Shannon-Polo and the Polo Snow Rangers, Tim Cavanaugh congratulates Randel Gabaldon on being selected Polo Community High School December Student of the Month. Photo supplied

Williams named January Student of the Month The Polo Community High School January Student of the Month award went to Matyson Williams. Matyson is the daughter of Karen Williams. She has five brothers, Jacob, Isaiah, Noah, Quincy, and Hauer, and three sisters, Kaitlyn, Emileigh, and Sarah. She also has three pets, Chloe, Jay Jay, and Willie. She has been involved with Drama Club, basketball, and choir. She attends the Church of the Brethren, and volunteers at the Polo Public Library. Around the community, she volunteers at the library assisting with cleaning, yard work, putting books away, dusting, and any other duties assigned. In addition, Matyson also helps neighbors with yard work, and feeding neighbors pets. At home, she helps care for her dog Chloe, vacuums, helps with dusting, yard work, and other chores around the house. Matyson’s favorite class in school is choir. Her favorite teacher is Mrs. Wetzell, but says she likes them all. Matyson plans on working in a plant nursery and teach dance to kids. In her free time, Matyson enjoys playing with her dog Chloe, dancing and singing to music videos, shooting baskets, and playing video

games. Her dad is her hero because he struggled being sick, but still made jokes, and always helped her. The thing that Matyson likes best about Polo is how nice her neighbors, teachers, and community are to her. Matyson has lots of favorite TV shows but she likes to watch the Disney Channel. Her favorite movies are Teen Beach Movie and Teen Beach Movie 2. Her favorite app is Bubblewitch and her favorite food is chicken pot pie. Her biggest fear is that people will not understand her when she talks, and, of course, ghosts.

The last good book she read was Teen Beach Movie. Someday Matyson would like to meet the cast of Teen Beach. The advice she would give to freshmen is to be nice to everyone, encourage the kids that struggle, and help the people that need help. She would like to give a shout out to Kim and CJ Gray because they always make sure she has a ride and that she is prepared for basketball. She said that Kim helps her with everything. January Student of the Month sponsors are Country Floral and First State Bank Shannon Polo.

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Forreston-Polo track team has eyes on a state trophy By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com

Forreson-Polo’s AJ Christensen races to the last hurdle in the 110 hurdles at the Oregon Sectional on May 17. Photo by Earleen Hinton A story on the sectional appears on B1.

The Forreston Lady Cardinals competed against the Dakota Lady Indians on Saturday for the 1A regional championship. Above, Forreston’s Brycelynn Smith looks for the handle of a grounder during the regional championship on May 18. Below, Forreston outfielder Kaylee Kloster moves in to catch a fly ball. Photos by Earleen Hinton. A story and more photos appear on B2.

This weekend at the IHSA state boys 1A track and & field meet, Forreston-Polo has hopes of bringing back another team trophy. The big question is whether or not it will be of the statechampionship variety. With several top seedings, F-P is capable of doing so. Other key questions will be whether Oregon’s Ian Hussung can hold off Riley Wells of RC for a 800-meter win and AJ Christensen of F-P attempting to win both hurdle races. “I need to get a biggest enough lead and avoid letting his kick get me,” Hussung said. That is what the defending state champ Wells is noted for. He will out-kick every runner in the race if he maintains enough contact to effect a strong sprint at the end. To further complicate matters, nearly all of the top

800 finishers from last year return. Christensen took second in the 110 and 300 hurdles last year and will also have plenty of returning competition. Kyle Carver of Casey and Connor Artman of Illini West are seeded ahead of Christensen in the 110s and Mason Barr of Colfax defeated him in the 300 finals last year. “Those kids are good, but nobody competes harder than AJ,” F-P coach Bob Wagner said. Artman and top-seeded Tate Walcott of Colfax are the biggest obstacles to Brady Webb contending for a state long jump title. Both are legitimate 23-footers. Defending champ Illini West and Colfax are also favorites in the team title. Rockford Christian and its strong relay presence will be at the top, as well. On paper, those three and Forreston-Polo are who everyone is looking at. A

darkhorse is Macon Meridian, with Rushville and Liberty expected to also score well. LeWin could be top 10. The 400 and 1,600 relays for F-P are forecasted to make the finals. Oregon’s 1,600 relay will be a long shot. Other F-P individuals with good chances for a place are Reid Taylor in the triple jump with a No. 9 seed, Hunter Daws with No. 7 in the hurdles and Christian Groenewold in the high jump, where no one was higher than 6-3 in any sectional. In the discus, Jacob Cullen of Oregon and Jace Coffey of F-P could make the finals with their best efforts. Last year, 143-9 made the finals. Ethan Phillips will be triple jumping. After missing the finals in 2017, Oregon’s Jake Mennen is hungry for a pole vault medal. If he is able to get comfortable with a longer pole than what he has been using, a 14-foot vault is doable.

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Forreston wins regional championship in blowout Cardinals waste little time beating Earlville 13-0 By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Forreston’s 1A baseball regional title over LelandEarlville was decided in the first inning May 18. That is where pitcher Michael Singley got out of a base-loaded jam with no outs by striking out the next three batters. Headed into the bottom of the first unscathed, Forreston put the game away early by batting through the order without making an out. “That was about it,” Forreston coach Mike McClellan said. “Michael was struggling early, but got out of the first inning. After that, our bats took over.” L-E brought in Porter Wessen to pitch trailing 7-0 and the top of the Cardinal order up. He managed to retire three of the next four batters and L-E went

to the bench down 8-0. In the second inning, Hunter Rogers scored on a double by Hayden Singley. A Chase Greenfield blooper brought Singley in and it was 10-0. Josh Flick made a nice grab from his second-baseman position to save a hit in the third inning. That was a prelude for what was to come later. In the bottom of the fourth, he smacked a home run, driving in Singley and Jaron Groshans. L-E tried its third pitcher and managed to keep the run total at 13, with Forreston not needing to bat in the fifth because of the 10-run rule. Flick came in to relieve Singley in the top of the fifth. L-E threatened to break the shutout with a bunt single and a single to the outfield. But, like Singley in the first inning, he struck out the next three batters. Singley had nine strikeouts while only allowing three hits. Mitchell Heinz and Rogers went 2-for-3 at the plate and combined to drive in five runs. It was Forreston’s third regional title in four years. They moved to 26-2 on the season.

Above, Forreston’s Braedon Fyock looks to the umpire after tagging Earlville’s Jard Pickert after he slid safely into second during the regional championship game on May 18. Below, left, Forreston’s Chase Greenfield lays down a bunt. Below, right, Forreston’s Michael Singley pitches during the regional championship. Photos by Earleen Hinton

Forreston-Polo edged by Rockford Christian at boys sectional Hussung leads Hawks By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com As expected, it was Forreston-Polo and Rockford Christian going back and forth for the lead in the Oregon 1A track & field sectional May 17. In the end, it was RC winning 123-114, as both teams positioned themselves for state-trophy runs next week at Charleston. The only disappointment for F-P was not finishing the 800-meter relay, after third runner Reid Taylor twisted his ankle on a fall after faulty exchange. F-P probably wouldn’t have beaten RC in that race, but it likely cost them 6-8 points and a state qualification in the event. Taylor had to leave for X-rays. “It was unfortunate to have a bad hand off like that,” F-P coach Bob Wagner said. “But, if anyone can bounce back from an injury like this, Reid is the type of kid that can.” F-P also had to run the relays without senior Gavin Fuchs, who is out with a hamstring injury. The only F-P winner on the track was hurdler AJ Christensen. He had a time of 14.87 in the 110 highs and 38.72 in the 300s. Teammate Hunter Daws took second in the highs with a 15.32 to make a return trip downstate. “I thought I’ve have a good chance again, but nothing is given here,” Daws said. F-P got off the a big start in the

field events, winning all the jumps and taking a 50-28 lead over RC after five events. Brady Webb did a workmanlike 21-11 in the long before calling it a day to rest up for his running events. Christian Groenewold high-jumped 6-2 and had a good attempt at 6-6. In the triple jump and Taylor set a PR of 42-5. “That was awesome,” Wagner said. “All year long, we’ve had a nice balance between the field and track.” All three are making return trips downstate and it was the third straight year that F-P sent two triple jumpers down, with Ethan Phillips (40-9) taking second. “I had a horrendous showing at Geneseo and Matthew Deets suggested I change my approach,” Taylor said. “It worked today. I’m glad to be a part of such a strong jumping tradition.” Groenewold echoed those comments. “It feels great to be so deep in the jumps. We help each other out - the Forreston and Polo guys,” he said. Jace Coffey continued his consistent year with a third-place state qualifying mark of 143-5 and Webb tied for second in the 100. Chasing RC’s top-seeded 1,600 relay, the F-P group of Evan Kelsey, Cailean Davids, Webb and Christensen ran 3:28.76 to place second. Christensen tried to catch star RC runner Riley Wells on the anchor, but made only a small dent in RC’s 20-meter lead. “He’s a beast,” Christensen said. In a highly anticipated 400 relay between RC, F-P and Lena-Winslow, it was the Rahveon Valentine-led

Panthers prevailing, 43.08 to 43.16 for RC. Kelsey, Davids, Webb and Christensen also met the qualifying standard with a third place of 43.48. Other placers. For F-P were the 3,200 relay in fourth, Kelsey fifth in the 100, Daws fifth in the 300s, Skylar Regaz sixth in the 200, Garett Badertscher fourth in the shot, Sam Barkalow sixth in the shot and Dom Christensen barely missing state qualification in the pole vault with a third place of 11-8. For Oregon, it was all about Ian Hussung. Running his last meet at Landers-Loomis Field, Hussung won the 800 (2:01), 1,600 (4:32) and anchored Jacob Hoyle, Michael Bower and Gerrit Jaenicke to a state-qualifying standard of 3:33 in placing third in the 1,600 relay. “What a phenomenal night for Ian,” Oregon coach Jim Spratt said. “He’s right up there with the best distance runners I’ve coached, guys like Andy Tremble, Mike Hutchinson and Adrian Myers.” As happy as he was for Hussung, Spratt may have been more excited about the relay qualifying. “What a great way to finish the season off,” Spratt said. “It took a good effort by all four runners.” The Hawks also qualified Jake Mennen in the pole vault and Jacob Cullen in the discus. Mennen and Brad Wood of RC tied at 12-8 and needed a jump off for the second week in a row. Both vaulter cleared 13-2, with Mennen going out at 13-5 to take second. Cullen built on his conferencewinning PR to reach the mid 140s for the second time in a week. It also gave throwing coach Doug

IHSA starter Glenn Bennet tells Forreston-Polo’s Reid Taylor to stay down on the track after Reid fell during the second exchange in the 800M relay. Photo by Earleen Hinton

Engle over 70 boy and girl state qualifiers in his career at Oregon. Just missing out on going to state in the shot put was third-place finisher Carson Sweeney. Jaspreet Gill was sixth in the discus. Breton Dominguez made a gallant effort in the pole vault after coming back from torn ligaments to place fourth with an 11-2 effort. He barely missed at 11-8.

The Hawk 3,200 relay of Bower, Andrew Harshman, Ryan and Ian Hussung were third at 8:50. In the 400 relay, the Hawks grabbed fourth at 45.63 and third in the 800 relay at 1:36. Freshman Austin Eberg took a surprise sixth in the 110 hurdles. In the 17-team field, Oregon finished fourth behind Le-Win 75-70.

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Forreston softball falls just short of title victory By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com It was the cruelest of blows to the Forreston softball team. For Dakota senior Brooke Sutherland it was redemption. Call it what you want, but what happened in the bottom of the seventh inning of the 1A regional finals on May 18 will always be remembered for the sudden change of emotions for every player, coach and fan at Freeport’s Read Park for the 1A regional final. With two outs and her team on the verge of being upset by a Forreston team they had already beaten twice this year, Sutherland launched a home run for a dramatic 11-10 win. That scored her and Rachel Schweickart, who reached base on a 2-out double moments earlier. Instead of heading back to Forreston with one of the biggest wins in the program’s history, everyone connected with Cardinal softball could only play the ‘what if’ game, such as out-hitting Dakota 18-to-9 but not capitalizing on that very telling stat. There were a lot of plays that could have gone either way, but in the end, coach Kim Snider knew the nature of softball and more specifically tournament play don’t always jive with logic and reasoning. “I couldn’t have been more proud of this team,” Snider said. “Most people didn’t think it would be this close. In the post season, you have to expect anything. And, that’s what happened at the end of the game.” What Dakota didn’t expect was starting pitcher Grace Sutherland being hammered for six first inning hits and a 5-0 deficit. Brycelynn Smith, Alexus Houston, Kaylee Kloster and Taylor Greenfield started the game with hits, giving the Cardinals a 3-0 lead and no outs. “We were surprised how well they hit Grace. She’s our No. 1 pitcher,” Dakota coach Jeff Kinney said. “But, we haven’t seen them in two months, when we had a shutout and 6-2 win. They’re a different team the way they were hitting the ball. It was dismal for us from start to finish.” A pop-up stopped the rally, but Taylor Cargill and Courtney Timm tacked on hits to up the lead to 5-0. Bailey Miller was walked, loading the bases with only one out and the top of the Cardinal due to bat. Kinney had seen enough and called freshman Tabytha Toelke in to relieve Sutherland. Toelke got out of the inning with a pair of force outs and the Indians had to be thankful it wasn’t worse. “We were on fire,” Snider said. “In practice, we worked hard on laying off the high pitches.” Dakota pulled to within 5-4 in the bottom of the first, aided by a two walks and a pair of outfield errors. Errors hurt the Cardinals throughout the contest, potentially leading to five runs given up. “We gave a full effort, but need

Sam Greenfield, Taylor Greenfield, and Courtney Timm react after losing the regional championship to Dakota in the bottom of the seventh inning on May 18. Photo by Earleen Hinton.

to tweak some of our defense,” said Snider, reluctant to cast blame. In the second inning, Taylor Greenfield singled and came home on a Cargill hit up the middle for a 6-4 lead. In the third inning, all they could manage was a Kirsten Kiper single. Sam Greenfield went the distance on the mound and got out of a basesloaded/one out situation in the second inning by inducing a pop-up and striking out Shiane Boyer. The Indians took their first lead of the game in the bottom of the third. Mercedes Lentz doubled and scored on an infield error. Schweickart scored and Grace Sutherland crossed the plate after another infield error for a 7-6 lead. A big positive for Forreston on defense was throwing out three Dakota base-runners, including left fielder Cargill nailing Toelke at third base in the fourth inning. Two batters earlier,

she made a running catch to keep Toelke from advancing. However, before the inning ended, freshman Alexis Rote doubled to make it 9-6 in favor of Dakota. Forreston wasn’t done, though. “Everybody came through for us,” Snider said. “We showed that coming back from being down 9-6.” Miller started a fifth-inning rally by beating an infield grounder on a close call at first. Kiper had a single, but Forreston was down to two outs. Houston kept the inning alive with a single, plating Miller and Kiper. Taylor Greenfield singled and the Cardinals tied the game 9-9, as Dakota fans began to get very nervous. In the defensive gem of the game, Kloster alertly played shallow and caught a potential single, throwing out a Dakota baserunner in the process at second for a double play. That kept the

Indians off the board in the sixth inning after Schweickart singled and advanced to second on a bunt. In what was getting to be a tense game, Timm singled to lead off the sixth inning, but three fly balls by Forreston were all snared by the centerfielder. In the bottom half, Taylor Greenfield had an unassisted put out at first, but Toelke doubled off the fence. Greenfield then struck out Boyer, drawing big cheers from the amped up Cardinal faithful. With Dakota poised to take the lead, Kuelling coolly threw out a batter from third base and the teams went to the seventh tied 9-9. Smith started the seventh inning off

with a bloop single. Houston reached on a throwing error, with Smith advancing to third. Then Kloster dribbled a little hit that the pitcher mishandled. Smith came in and Forreston regained the lead, 10-9. In the ‘what if’ category, Forreston still had two runners on base with no outs. Unfortunately, Houston and Kloster were stranded at second and third after three straight Cardinal grounders that were cleanly fielded by Dakota. With Greenfield still having good stuff, the first two Indian batters grounded out and Forreston was only one out away from its first regional title since 2011, as the No. 8 and 9 hitters were due up. Schweickart did manage a double, bringing Sutherland up. “She’s had her struggles,” said Kinney of Sutherland. “She went from No. 2 in the order to No. 9. We were considering dropping her from the line-up.” What if Kinney had done that? Instead, Sutherland cleanly got a hold of a Greenfield pitch and when it left her bat, there was no question it would at least drive in Schweickart. The more the ball traveled, it sadly became apparent to Forreston that it was going over the left field fence. “Of all people, it was great for her vindication in her senior year,” Kinney said. In winning its third straight regional, Dakota moves to 23-4. Forreston bows out at 15-12 and 9-9 in conference play. “Besides starting strong, we finished strong today. We had all kinds of enthusiasm,” Snider said. Kiper led Forreston at the plate with 4-for-5 hitting. Kloster and Taylor Greenfield were 3-5, Timm 2-4 and Cargill, Smith and Houston went 2-5.

Left, Forreston’s Courtney Timm connects for a hit during the regional championship against Dakota on May 18. Right, Forreston third baseman Morgan Kuelling throws to first. Photos by Earleen Hinton

Sports Column Lady Cardinals played their hearts out By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com What a weekend of highschool school sports viewing with the 1A track and field sectional on Friday and the Forreston regional softball and baseball finals on Saturday. Let’s talk about the girls first. After Dakota had a 2-run homer with two outs in the bottom of the seventh inning to beat Forreston 11-10, the first person I ran into was Athletic Director Kyle Zick. I said “nothing like getting kicked in gut,” to which he responded - “it feels a lot worse than that.” Here is a program on it’s sixth coach in six years, a team that was handily beaten by Dakota twice and group of girls looking for that one signature win. Man, oh, man. This one hurts. It hurt me and I don’t even live in Forreston or have connections to the team. I can

only imagine how the coaches, players and parents feel. All family members for that matter. The whole town really. These kids played their hearts out, fearlessly pounding hits all over the field. This was sport at its purest form, with an unbridled enthusiasm spreading from field to dugout. Let’s give some credit to Dakota too. That school mirrors Forreston in its support for the sports teams and commitment to excellence. As usual, the Cardinal crowd was at full force. I was sitting along the right field side and need to commend a nearby fan. Every batter that came up, he had that old-school form of encouragement you don’t hear that much anymore. It was music to my ears, listening to how much he lived on every pitch. At an advanced age, the man still had a solid set of vocal cords and knew every player by name, which he usually shortened. It’s hard to lose with grace, especially when you get that punch in the gut; but Forreston coach Kim Snider kept her emotions in check and couldn’t have been more polite in the post-game interview.

Sectional Sportsmanship As far as the track sectional, it had many of same elements of sportsmanship. It’s been a long year for boys athletics at Oregon and that meet buoyed my spirits. Ian Hussung could have easily opted to only run two individual races, saving himself for the state meet. Instead, he told coach Spratt to put him on two relays to help get his friends down too. In the final leg of the 1,600 relay and having run a cumulative total of 2 miles that night, Hussung practically willed his team to a state qualifying time by the narrowest of margins. The rest of the runners Michael Bower, Jacob Hoyle and foreign-exchange student Gerrit Jaenicke - laid it all at on the track, something that had been lacking all season. When it counted most, they produced. When the results were announced, I just happened to be looking at Hoyle and that bearded face of his suddenly came aglow. The thrill of victory in human form. It also kept the streak alive for Spratt sending at least one

relay downstate every year he’s coached and the 1,600 relay is what Oregon is known for more than any other event downstate. Another coach that continues to thrive is Doug Engle. If the retired teacher hangs around long enough, he might make it 100 state qualifiers in the shot put and discus. A good throwing coach is a rarity at the high-school level and it is reassuring to see coach Engle continue to come back each year. Another touching sight was Jake Mennen leading pole vaulters from other schools in prayer before the competition began. When you pray for God’s will to be done, it doesn’t matter who wins. Rather, there becomes the joy of coaches and athletes from competing schools working together for a common cause. And, what a large crowd assembled around the pole vault area to watch the vaulters go at it, especially at the end when only Mennen and his pal Brad Wood were the only ones left. I don’t know who designed it, but Oregon has the best location of any track around

for its pole vault pit. Maybe that was Dave Gilbert’s idea. Seniors Shine Entering his senior season, Berto Dominguez was poised to qualify for the state meet in the pole vault before torn ligaments sidelined him for all but the last week of the season. Through it all, he came to practice in a cast every day, helping any way he could. At the sectional, he made a great effort to reach qualifying height, but the injury kept him from being where he needed to be at. Still, he came a long way from pole vaulting in the sand long jump pits at Polo before moving to Oregon a couple years ago. How about another senior who has fought the injury bug. Expected to be a key contributor in football, Jacob Cullen was missed for much of that season. With a week left in the track season, he finally put together a state qualifying effort in the discus at the conference meet. Proving it was no fluke, he repeated that performance at the sectional. Sorry to learn Gavin Fuchs of Forreston pulled a hamstring

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and lost out on a chance to end his high school career this weekend. I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating, Gavin was one of true gentlemen of the area sports scene. With an easy romp through the AFC regional, the Forreston baseball team sure looks like they will be very difficult to be beaten in the sectional. Everything would have to fall into place exactly right, but the rare chance of state trophies in both track and baseball is possible. You got to dream, don’t you?

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Exelon employees plant trees near station Employees at Exelon Generation’s Byron Generating Station have long been stewards for the environment, producing carbon-free electricity for more than two million Illinois homes and businesses. Recently, hundreds of

employees and their family members demonstrated that commitment by planting 750 spruce and cedar trees, along with deciduous elderberry and hazelnut shrubs, just south of the plant’s entrance on German Church Road.

Byron Station employees and family members planted trees and shrubs south of the plant’s entrance on May 5. Photos supplied

The new trees join more than 1,000 trees planted to the north of the plant over the previous four years. “Byron Generating Station and its employees are incredible environmental assets,” said site vice president, Mark Kanavos. “We operate at world-class levels of environmental excellence and are always looking for ways to enhance our property to preserve and protect wildlife. Our conservation club volunteers have put in a lot of effort to help new trees and natural species thrive. Wildlife and humans co-exist on plant property and it’s a wonderful thing to see.” Byron employees have also been busy extending Exelon Generation’s pollinator program, part of a massive

statewide campaign to plant indigenous plants that feed insects and grassland birds and butterflies. The nuclear station borders the Byron Forest Preserve District property, an area leader in land conservation and habitat deployment. Todd Tucker, executive director of the forest preserve district, says projects on adjoining properties help the overall health of the entire region’s ecosystem.

license suspended and released on an I-bond. May 18 Darius H. McCaskill, 24, Woodstock, was stopped at 2:55 p.m. on I-39 northbound at milepost 103 for speeding. McCaskill was charged with driving while license revoked and speeding. McCaskill was also arrested for outstanding warrants out of McHenry County and Whiteside County. McCaskill was transported to the Ogle County Jail.

crash on I-39 northbound at milepost 100. Unit 1, a motorcycle, was traveling northbound when the rear tire deflated. Unit 1 skidded out of control and came to rest in the center median. The driver of unit 1, Christopher M. Hess, 62, Elburn, was transported to OSF St. Anthony’s Hospital in Rockford by Life Flight Helicopter with non-life threatening injuries. Troopers were assisted at the scene by the Rochelle Police Department.

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for a motor carrier safety inspection at 12:22 a.m. on Interstate 88 eastbound at milepost 43 in Whiteside County and charged with CDL not obtained and overweight on registration. Vitkovskiy was released on an I-bond. William D. Korn, 21, Atlanta, Georgia, was stopped for speeding at 1:38 p.m. on Interstate 88 eastbound at milepost 37 in Whiteside County and charged with possession of a controlled substance and speeding. Korn was transported to the Whiteside County Jail. May 11 Mark S.

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Watertown, Wisconsin, was parked on the shoulder of Interstate 39 northbound at milepost 95.5 in Lee County at 2:29 p.m. Groh was wanted on a Menard County warrant for failure to appear for driving while license suspended. He was also charged with no valid registration. Groh posted $400 cash bond and was released. May 13 Terome M. Hamb Jr.. 24, Sterling, was stopped for failure to wear seat belt at 4:05 p.m. on First Avenue at U.S. 30 in Rock Falls and charged with driving while license suspended and failure to wear seat belt. Hamb

was released on an I-bond. May 15 Mariana Acosta-Garcia, 21, Rochelle, was stopped for speeding at 2:03 p.m. on Interstate 39 southbound at milepost 103 in Ogle County and charged with driving while license suspended and speeding. Acosta-Garcia was released on an I-bond. May 17 Tiffany R. Rucker, 31, Davis Junction, was stopped at 4:49 p.m. on Ill. 72 at Union Drive in Davis Junction after a routine registration inquiry revealed the registered owner was suspended. Rucker was charged with driving while

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. May 11 Amy K. Hughes, quit claim to David R. Hughes, 555 Westfield Drive, Stillman Valley. May 14 Mt. Morris Business Park LLC, warranty deed to Phoenix Mt. Morris LLC, 404 N. Wesley Ave., Mt. Morris, $200,000. Robert T. Coine, warranty deed to Martin, Goodrich & Waddell, Inc., 401k Profit Sharing Plan and Jeffery K. Waddell, West Pines Road and South Columbian Road, Pine Creek Township, $244,000. Christine Marie Johnson, warranty deed to Brian McCarey and Katherine McCarey, 438 Sunbeam Court, Stillman Valley, $90,000. David E. Grossnickle, warranty deed to Mark Ebert, 111 E. Mason St., Polo, $44,000. Ogle County Sheriff and Larry R. Compton, Sheriff’s

deed to Illinois Housing & Urban Development Authority, 314 Sunset Lane, Mt. Morris. Connie M. Tate, warranty deed to Michael D. Meader and Cathy Meader, 219 E. Camling Rd., Rockvale Township, $2,000. Michael D. Meader and Cathy D. Meader, warranty deed to Connie M. Tate, 219 E. Camling Rd., Rockvale Township, $2,000. May 15 Richard M. Webb, warranty deed to Dustin A. Solis, 211 School Ave., Rochelle, $120,000. April L. Reed, Cheryl A. Anaya and Nestor Anaya Sr., warranty deed to Socorro G. Castro and Alejandro Castro, 119 N. Roy Ave., Rochelle, $79,000.

313 Woodlawn Rd., Creston, $145,000. Scott R. Tilton and Ann R. Tilton, warranty deed to Joshua Brandenburg and Lori Haenitsch, 3720 E. Flagg Rd., Pine Rock Township, $200,000. Carl L. Sanders and Joyce A. Sanders, quit claim to Carl L. Sanders and Joyce A. Sanders, 490 E. Stone Barn Rd., Taylor

Township. Juan A. Roman and Dianna L. Roman, warranty deed to Janice Castillo, 401 Lake Lida Lane, Rochelle, $115,000. May 17 Todd N. Wills, warranty deed to Bonnie Brown and John Brown, 1504 N. Mulford Rd., Lynnville Township, $554,176.

Fannie Mae, warranty deed to Michael Rank, Richard Rank and Sylvia Rank, 4287 S. Freeport Rd., Buffalo Township, $93,500. Russell Henson, warranty deed to Jennie Taylor, 18061 E. Lindenwood Rd., Lynnville Township, $10,000.

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Oregon Police Activity Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reported the following police activity. April 30 At 2:50 p.m., police responded to a two-vehicle traffic crash in the 700 block of South First Street involving a 2017 Chevy driven by Donna J. Trimble, 63, Mackinaw, and a parked vehicle belonging to Riley P. Clark, 17, Oregon. No citations were issued. May 3 Jacob L. Queckborner, 24, Milledgeville, was arrested at 1:01 a.m., for driving while license suspended. Queckborner was also issued a citation for illegal transportation of alcohol as a driver. Queckborner was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred in the 100 block of South Fourth Street. At 12:15 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the 800 block of South Fourth Street involving a 2007 Chevrolet driven by Richard E. Knarr, 60, Rockford, and a parked 2009 Saturn belonging to TNT Motors. No citations were issued. Tamatha J. Seago, 48, Rockford, was issued a citation at 7:20 p.m. for speeding - 49 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 500 block of North Fourth Street. Tyler A. Brown, 22, Mt.

Morris, was issued a citation at 10:54 p.m. for loud music and a civil citation for possession of cannabis less than 10 grams. These violations occurred in the 700 block of South 10th Street. William G. Byrns, 61, Polo, was issued citations at 11:30 p.m. for no valid registration and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 1000 block of West Pines Road. May 4 Heather L. Loso,24, Mt. Morris, was arrested at 9 a.m. on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. Loso was transported to the Ogle County Jail. At 3 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash at the intersection of East Washington Street and North Daysville Road involving a 2013 Focus driven by Shani D. McCollom, 47, Oregon, and a 2002 Chevrolet driven by James A. Painter, 85, Aurora. McCollom was arrested for driving while license suspended and transported to the Ogle County Jail. McCollom was also issued citations for failure to yield turning left and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Tiffany N. Otten, 28, Polo, was issued a citation at 7:59 p.m. for use of a cell phone while driving. This violation occurred in the 400 block of Gale Street. May 5 At 12:59 a.m., police responded to a fight in progress in the North Third Street parking lot resulting

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in the arrest of Brook A. Lozano, 28, Oregon, for violation of bond conditions and aggravated battery. Lozano was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Aaron R. Harper, 24, Byron, was issued a citation at 4:46 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 100 block of East Washington Street. Steven F. Brothers, 34, Plymouth, Indiana, was arrested at 5:51 p.m. for possession of a controlled substance. Brothers was also issued a citation for use of a cell phone while driving, and a civil citation for possession of cannabis less than 10 grams. Brothers was transported to the Ogle County Jail. These violations occurred in the 400 block of Webster Street. May 7 At 10:12 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the rear parking lot of the Oregon Living and Rehabilitation Center located at 811 S. 10th Street involving a 2012 Chevrolet driven by Haley M. Moore, 17, Oregon, and a parked 2003 Chrysler belonging to Danielle M. Howard, 25, Mt. Morris. No citations were issued.

This violation occurred at the River Road and Ill. 64 intersection. Drew A. Creason, 19, Rochelle, was issued citations at 11:35 p.m. for operating a vehicle with an expired registration and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. These violations occurred in the 600 block of South Fourth Street. May 8 At 8 a.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the student parking lot of the Oregon High School involving a 1990 Cadillac driven by Alyssa J. Winters, 18, Oregon, and a parked 1996 GMC belonging to David D. Daub, 50, Mt. Morris. No citations were issued. At 2 p.m., police responded to the Oregon High School and took one male juvenile, 17, Oregon, into limited custody for the offenses of possession of cannabis less than 2.5 grams and unlawful possession of an alternative nicotine product. The juvenile was referred to the Ogle County State’s Attorney’s Office with diversion or informal services requested if found appropriate. The juvenile was then released back into his parent’s custody.

Jennifer M. Knepler, 35, Stillman Valley, was issued a citation at 7:35 p.m. for use of a cell phone while driving. This violation occurred in the 100 block of North Fourth Street.

Brian H. Hanson, 44, Melrose Park, was issued a citation at 5:30 p.m. for operating a vehicle with no valid registration. This violation occurred in the 700 block of South Second Street.

Laura R. Webster, 30, Oregon, was issued a citation at 9:29 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

May 11 Travis J. Barry, 27, Oregon, was arrested at 6:35 p.m. on an outstanding Ogle County

warrant for failure to reduce speed. Barry was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Devontay T. Tate, 25, Chicago, was issued a citation at 9:58 p.m. for speeding - 44 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 600 block of North Fourth Street. At 11:54 p.m., police responded to a suspicious person(s) call at the Express Lane Shell gas station, 201 S. 4th Street, resulting in the arrest of Jacinda I. Garza, 38, Sterling, for possession of drug paraphernalia. Garza was also issued a civil citation for possession of cannabis less than 10 grams. Also arrested was Gina M. Trujillo, 36, Sterling, for possession of controlled substance, possession of a hypodermic syringe, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Both Trujillo and Garza were transported to the Ogle County Jail.

registration. This violation occurred in the 700 block of North Fourth Street. May 13 Travion J.L. AndersonOliver, 20, Rockford, was issued a citation at 1:25 p.m. for speeding - 45 mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 400 block of North Fourth Street. Tyler J. Disch, 22, Oregon, was issued a citation at 3:25 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 400 block of South Fourth Street. Forty-three verbal/written warnings and four parking tickets were issued from April 30 through May 13. Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. General Calls for Service April 30 - May 13

May 12 Jody G. Harvey, 43, Oregon, was issued a civil citation at 5:48 p.m. for the offense of possession of drug paraphernalia. This violation occurred in the 200 block of Adams Street.

Checking a Subject/ Vehicle............................. 12 Citizen Complaints.......... 19 Juvenile Complaint............ 2 Animal Complaint............. 3 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem................... 14 Disturbance / Domestic..... 4 Assist EMS / Other Department.............. 8 Alarm Response / Open Door or Window................ 1 Lockout Vehicle/ Building............................. 8 911 Hang-up / Open Line.......................... 8 Traffic Stops.................... 55

Carrie A. Cowley, 26, Oregon, was arrested at 8:20 p.m. on an outstanding Whiteside County warrant for failure to appear. Cowley was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Eythan J. Armstrong, 18, Rockford, was issued a citation at 10:05 p.m. for no valid

Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following arrests. May 14 On the evening of May 9, deputies responded to a residence in rural Forreston for a residential burglary. The offenders had forced entry into the residence that day and numerous items were stolen from inside the residence. On the morning of May 11, Ogle County Sheriff’s

Detectives arrested Heather L. Loso, 24, Mt. Morris, for residential burglary, a Class 1 felony. Loso’s bond was set at $100,000, 10% applies. On May 14, detectives arrested Rachelle M. Soper, 43, Oregon, for residential burglary. Soper received a $3,000 recognizance bond. May 15 Quavion S. Scott, 23, Freeport, was arrested for failure to appear. His full cash

bond was set at $1,516 pending a May 16 court appearance. May 16 Sara Collier, 34, Malta, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for contempt of court. Collier posted $1,000 (10%) bond and was released from the Ogle County Jail. She is scheduled to return to court on May 30. Marshuan Riley, 26, Cortland, was arrested on

an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Riley posted $5,000 (10%) bond and was released from the Ogle County Jail. He is scheduled to return to court on June 1. Garrett Mayden, 20, (town not listed) was arrested for driving while license suspended on I-39 near Ill. 72 after being stopped for speeding. Mayden was held in lieu of bond at the Ogle County Jail.

At approximately 6:30 p.m., deputies were called to a possible one-vehicle crash in the 7000 block of South Woodlawn Road. Upon arrival, Creston and Rochelle Fire/ EMS personnel were tending to the driver and sole occupant who refused treatment. After further investigation, Duane Jordan, 31, Rochelle, was arrested for driving while under the influence of drugs. Jordan was transported to the Ogle County Jail

where he was being held in lieu of bond. May 17 Fernard Harris, 47, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Harris posted $1,686.77 as bond and was released from the Ogle County Jail. Harris is scheduled to return for court on June 25. Turn to B5

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County Record Sheriff Arrests From B4 Olivia Durfey, 24, Arizona, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Durfey posted $212 as bond, was released from the Ogle County Jail, and does not have to return to court. Deputies and the Byron Fire Department were dispatched to a one-vehicle rollover crash in the 11000 block of North Kennedy Hill Road, north of Byron. The vehicle was on fire and was extinguished by Byron Fire Department. The driver and lone occupant of the vehicle Jimmy Lewis, (age not listed), Rockford, was uninjured. After an investigation Lewis was arrested for driving while under the influence. He was also cited for improper lane usage, no valid registration, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Lewis was also charged with possession of an open car title. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held on the charges pending a court appearance. May 18 Daryl McCoy, 32. Aurora, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for speeding. McCoy posted the $2,000 (10%) as bond and was released. McCoy is scheduled to appear in court on June 22.

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and on a failure to appear Lee County warrant following a traffic stop at the intersection of Penn Corner Road and Nettz Road. Evans was also issued a citation for operating an uninsured vehicle. Evans was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

At approximately 2:03 p.m., deputies performed a traffic stop in the 9,000 block of North Illinois 26. After an investigation, Chaivan Price, 23, Chadwick, was arrested for unlawful possession of cannabis between 10-30 grams. Price was also issued a citation for speeding. Price was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond.

At 5:45 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the 16,000 block of East Crill Road in reference to an unwanted subject. After an investigation, William Upton, 45, Monroe Center, and Jaime Tighe, 25, Loves Park, were arrested for domestic battery. Both subjects were transported to the Ogle County Jail where they were held in lieu of bond. Tighe was also cited with civil citations for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

May 19 Christopher Evans, 28, Polo, was arrested at 2:48 p.m. for driving while license suspended

Christina Pelayo, 39, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for criminal trespass to

land . Her bond was set $10,000 (10%) pending a May 21 court appearance. May 20 Deputies responded to several reports of criminal damage and theft in the area of Harvest Glenn Drive and Sunny Hill Drive in Davis Junction. After an investigation, Logan R. Hilliard, 18, Davis Junction, was arrested for residential burglary, burglary, criminal damage to property (more than $300) and criminal damage to property (less than $300). The investigation is continuing and additional charges may be possible.

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$609 pending a May 22 court appearance. Peter-Paul Mabrie, 28, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for resisting a peace officer. Mabrie’s bond was set at $3,000 (10%) pending a May 22 court appearance. Jasen Shrader, 37, Davis Junction, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for criminal damage to a vehicle. Shrader’s bond was set at $5,000 (10%) pending a May 22 court appearance.

Fire Department ambulance responded to a two-vehicle injury crash at Ill. 64 and Moore Road. An investigation by deputies revealed that a westbound Chevrolet Aveo driven by Florence Smith, 61, Kings, had stopped waiting to turn left onto Moore Road when it was rear ended by a westbound Mazda driven by Kyle Koziol, 28, Davis Junction. Smith was transported by LSR ambulance to Rochelle Hospital for treatment of her injuries. A juvenile passenger in Smith’s vehicle was transported by Rochelle Ambulance to Rockford Memorial Hospital with significant injuries. The crash remains under investigation by Ogle County Sheriff’s Office.

Cole H. Smith, 30, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while license suspended. Smith posted $5,000 (10%) bond and was released. He is scheduled to appear in court on June 8.

Elizabeth Drolema, 52, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Drolema posted $307 bond, was released from the Ogle County Jail, and does not have to return to court.

Shannon Day, 25, Polo, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Day’s bond was set at

May 21 At 3:18 p.m., deputies along with the Lynn-Scott-Rock Fire Department and Rochelle

May 22 Emma Lantz, 22, Dixon, was arrested on a warrant for the unlawful manufacture/ delivery of a controlled substance. Lantz’s bond was set at $25,000 (10%) pending a court appearance.

Richard was a vibrant member of the Presbyterian Church in the cities where he coached, serving in a number of congregational leadership roles, teaching Sunday School and was a decades-long member of the Gideons. He and his wife June participated in multiple church mission trips in the Midwest, Australia, and also led a lengthy mission trip to Bali. Among Richard’s fondest times were scores of summer trips the Haselton family took to national parks and other destinations in North America

and Canada, including Quetico Provincial Park. Equally memorable to Richard were the summers spent at the family’s cabin on Lake Wissota in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Richard cared deeply for animals. The Haselton family dogs were among the best behaved in town and he patiently and lovingly taught horses at a neighbor’s farm where his “students” often won awards at fairs and other competitions. Richard is survived by his wife of 73 years, June (Hocker); daughters, Katherine (Royce) Farmer, Carolyn (Win) Holden, son Bruce (Aubra), six grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren. A visitation will be held Thursday, May 24 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Belvidere Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 203 Logan Ave., Belvidere. A second visitation will be held on Friday, May 25 at 10 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 221 N. Main St., Belvidere, with the funeral service to follow at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in the family’s name.

Brethren Volunteer Service, graduated from Bethany Seminary in Oak Brook, and was a missionary in Nigeria for more than four years. Survivors include his wife, Patricia; son, Johnny Crumley; and step-daughter, JoAnne

Dusenbury, of Polo; daughters, Karen Crumley, of Tennessee; and Julia Crumley, of Colorado; sister, Nell Elerding, of California; brother, Steve Crumley, of Indiana. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Joy Crowley. A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, May 24 at 10 a.m. at the Polo Church of the Brethren, 401 S. Congress Ave., with a Celebration of Life beginning at 11 a.m. Private burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his name. Polo Family Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Visit www. polofamilyfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

engine and threshing shows, going to auctions, and car races, in which he worked in various racing pit crews. Todd is survived by his mother, Connie Burwitz, of Baileyville; aunts and uncles, Cathy and Wayne Rummel, of German Valley, Bernard and Annie Burwitz, of Beloit, Wisconsin, Mildred Branine, of Pennsylvania, and Teresa Muck, of Readstown, Wisconsin; also surviving are many cousins. He was preceded in death by

his father and grandparents. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 25, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Baileyville Baptist Church with Pastor Gary Branam officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, May 24 from 4 to 7 p.m. at BurkeTubbs Funeral Home in Freeport. Burial will be in Cranes Grove Cemetery. A memorial has been established. Visit www.burketubbs.com to sign his online guestbook and to share memories.

Obituaries Darlene V. Bauer Darlene Verna Bauer, 83, of Oregon, died on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at the home of her daughter, surrounded by her family. She was born on Jan. 15, 1935 in Wabasha, Wisconsin, the daughter of Nelson and Edme (Schmidt) Jepsen. She married Cletus Bauer on July 28, 1953 in Durand, Wisconsin, who would be her loving husband of almost 64 years. He died on June 22, 2017. Darlene and Cletus had five children, Pamela (Terry) Maas, of Dixon, Bradley (Donna) Bauer, of Oregon, Daniel (Teresa) Bauer, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Timothy Bauer (deceased 1970), and Joseph (Christine) Bauer, of Mt. Morris. They were blessed with 12 grandchildren, Allison (Keri) Maas, Martin (Erica) Maas, Megan Maas, Bradley (Kara) Bauer, Nicholas (Megan) Bauer, Erik Bauer, Emily (Garret) Barnas, Madeline Bauer, Alexander (Merritt) Bauer, Anna Bauer, Steven Bauer, and Anthony Bauer. They were also blessed with

13 great-grandchildren. Darlene is also survived by five sisters, Dorothy, Bernice, Jean, Janice and Joyce. She was also preceded in death by her parents. Darlene was a woman of great faith in God, love of her family and friends, and an extremely hard worker. She belonged to St. Mary Catholic Church in Oregon for 60 years, where she was an active member. She was also an active member of the church’s Catholic Daughters of America Chapter and participated on many committees of the church.

She was especially proud of helping with the St. Vincent DePaul Society. Darlene retired from Body Recall where she taught exercise to the elderly until she was 80 years young. Darlene was a member of the Red Hat Society and was an avid quilter. She was a “die hard Cub fan” and a supporter of the Bears. Darlene had a great sense of humor and wasn’t afraid to laugh at her own jokes. She will be remembered for her compassion and acceptance of all people. Christian Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday May 24 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Oregon, with Rev. Joseph Naill as celebrant. Burial will be at St. Mary Cemetery, Oregon. Visitation was scheduled for Wednesday, May 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, Oregon, with an 8 p.m. Rosary Service. Memorials may be made to Rock River Center, Serenity Hospice or St. Mary Catholic Church. www. Visit farrellhollandgale.com to leave condolences.

He enjoyed fishing and hunting during his free time. Surviving are his wife, Lois Boland, of Gresham, Oregon; four sons, William (Marjorie) Boland Jr., of Freeport, Raymond (Leticia) Boland, of Pearl City, and Charles (Brenda) Boland, of Freeport, and Matt (Margaret) Boland, of Maryland;

five brothers, Barney Boland, of Dubuque, Iowa, Michael Boland, of St. Louis, Missouri, Kenny Boland, of Freeport, Tony Boland, of Dubuque, Iowa, and Jack Boland, of Dubuque, Iowa. Also surviving are several beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife,Violet; six brothers, Leo, Joe, Brian, Robert, Danny, and Charles; and three sisters, Ann, Mary, and Pat. Memorial services will be held on Thursday May 24 at 11 p.m. at Burke Tubbs Funeral Home, Freeport. Rev. Bill Blomberg will officiate. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial has been established. Sign his guestbook and share a remembrance at ww.burketubbs.com.

William “Bill” L. Boland Sr. William “Bill” L. Boland Sr., 88, formerly of Forreston, died on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 in Gresham, Oregon. Bill was born on Oct. 8, 1929 in Freeport, the son of Joseph and Fern (Cheeseman) Boland. Bill married Sue Cox in November of 1953. Then he married Violet Toelke on July 14, 1972. Violet died on Nov. 8, 2001. He then marred Lois Swalve on Sept. 3, 2004 at United Methodist Church, Forreston. Bill proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked at Kelly Springfield for many years. He was a member of Forreston United Methodist Church, Forreston American Legion, and Mt. Morris Golf Club.

Glenn V. Green Glenn V. Green, 89, of Mt. Morris, died on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris. Glenn was born on Aug. 1, 1928 in Almena, Kansas, the son of Thomas G. and Cora L. (Williamson) Green. He married Maxine Henry on July 23, 1948 in Almena,

Kansas. He was a printer for a Gary Post Tribune in Gary, Indiana, for 50 years retiring in 1994. Glenn served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He loved to hunt, fish, trap shoot, and gunsmith. Glenn is survived by his wife, Maxine Green, Mt. Morris; son, Michael (Julie)

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Richard T. Hazelton Richard Truman Haselton, 97, died on Saturday, May 12, 2018 in Rockford. He was born on Oct. 26, 1920 and lived on a in Rochelle, farm in Kings. He received his bachelor’s degree from what is now Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, where he competed on the basketball and track teams and set a record for the long jump. He earned his master’s degree from the University of Illinois. He led a life of service to others and to his Lord. He served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II, stationed at Camp Pendleton. He coached multiple sports during his high school coaching career in Illinois that included stints in Byron, Geneseo, Rock Falls, Normal, Elmhurst, Skokie and Rockford. His last assignment was as Director of Athletics at Rockford East High School. He was inducted into the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 1985.

Johnny “John” B. Crumley Johnny “John” B. Crumley, 72, of Polo, died on Friday, May 18, 2018, at KSB Hospital, Dixon, surrounded by family. John was born on Feb. 15, 1946 in Knoxville, Tennessee, the son of William and Shirley (Spangler) Crumley. He married Patricia JonesDusenbury on Feb. 21, 1998 in Chicago. He worked in transportation until retirement and then went to work for the Church of the Brethren in Polo as their custodian. John enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was very active in his church and church organization. John volunteered with

Todd A. Burwitz Todd Andrew Burwitz, 42, of Baileyville, died on Sunday May 20,2018 at FHN Memorial Hospital, Freeport. He was born on Oct. 28, 1975 in Freeport, the son of Ronald and Connie (Munk) Burwitz. Todd was a 1995 graduate of Forreston High School. He worked at PNC in Polo, and drove truck for various farmers. He attended Baileyville Baptist Church. He enjoyed attending antique

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.DONALD G THEOBALD, et al Defendant 17 CH 63 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 20, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on June 18, 2018, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 46, 47 AND 48 IN BLOCK 6 IN CRILL'S ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF MONROE CENTER, SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 400 MULFORD ROAD, MONROE CENTER, IL 61052 Property Index No. 12-21-482-007. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 263068. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 263068 Case Number: 17 CH 63 TJSC#: 38-3956 I3087494 May 24, 31 & June 7 2018

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICTOGLE COUNTY - OREGON, Illinois ALPINE BANK & TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO ALPINE BANK OF Illinois Plaintiff, -v.MATTHEW C. MARSILI, KIM M. MARSILI, ONEMAIN FINANCIAL OF ILLINOIS, INC. F/D/B/A AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCING SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC., THE ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 2017 CH 84 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 16, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on June 19, 2018, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:The West 100 feet of Lot 49 in Block 6 in Crill's Addition in the Town of Monroe Center, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Book ''D'' of Plats, page 9, in the Recorder's Office in Ogle County, Illinois, all situated in the County of Ogle and State of Illinois. Commonly known as 102 SOUTH ST., Monroe Center, IL 61052 Property Index No. 12-21-482-009. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $168,245.45. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: WILLIAMSMCCARTHY LLP, 120 W. STATE STREET, P.O. BOX 219, Rockford, IL 61105, THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. WILLIAMSMCCARTHY LLP 120 W. STATE STREET, P.O. BOX 219 Rockford, IL 61105 E-Mail: Tsandquist@wilmac.com Case Number: 2017 CH 84 TJSC#: 38-3828 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.#formation obtained will be used for that purpose. May 10, 17, 24, 2018

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York, as Trustee for AMRESCO Residential Securities Corporation Mortgage Loan Trust 1997-2; Plaintiff, VS. Noel W. Harris; Velda M. Harris; L.E.M. Financial; Portfolio Recovery Associates, L.L.C.; Defendants. 17 CH 50 Judge Presiding NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Brian VanVickle, Sheriff of Ogle, Illinois, will on June 29, 2018, at the hour of 10:00 AM at Sheriff of Olge County, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: LOT 33 IN HILLCREST SUBDIVISION NO. 7 IN THE VILLAGE OF HILLCREST BEING A PART OF THE SOUTH WEST 1/4 OF SECTION 12, IN TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK J OF PLATS, PAGE 57, AS DOCUMENT #397070 IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 105 Roy Avenue, Rochelle, IL 61068 PIN: 24-12-304-007 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number WA17-0307. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) Laurence J. Goldstein (0999318) Christopher J. Irk (6300084) Thomas J. Cassady (6307705) Cory J. Harris (6319221) David A. Drescher (6301378) Tenyse L. Gooden (6312918) Amanda Rubel Portes (6297441) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-360-9461 WA17-0307 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com May 24, 31 & June 1, 2018

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES NELSON KEEHN, Deceased. No. 2018 P 31 NOTICE OF CLAIM Notice is given of the death of James Nelson Keehn who died on August 18, 2017. Letters of Office were issued on April 24, 2018 to Daniel G. McGee as Independent Executor, whose address is 1013 Sunnyvale Lane, Unit C, Madison, WI 53713, and whose attorney is Linda A. Giesen of Dixon & Giesen Law Offices, 121 East First Street, Dixon, Illinois. The estate will be administered without court supervision unless under Chapter 755 ILCS 5/28-4 of the probate act, any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Clerk of the Lee County Court. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of the first publication, no later than November 16, 2018 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. Linda A. Giesen Attorney for Administrator Prepared by: Ms. Linda A. Giesen Dixon & Giesen Law Offices 121 East First Street P.O. Box 389 Dixon, Illinois 61021 Telephone: 815-284-2288 Fax: 815-284-1338 lag@hsdixonlaw.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS Branch Banking & Trust Company PLAINTIFF Vs. Adam J. Schelling a/k/a Adam Schelling; Karshon N. Schelling; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS NOTICE BY PUBLICATION 2018CH38 NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Adam J. Schelling a/k/a Adam Schelling Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2442 W. West Grove Road Mount Morris, IL 61054 and which said Mortgage was made by: Adam J. Schelling a/k/a Adam Schelling Karshon N. Schelling the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Metro Finance, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Ogle County, Illinois, as Document No. 201101103009; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court 106 S. 5th Street, #300 Oregon, IL 61061-1634 on or before June 25, 2018 A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-17-16798 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector. I3087797 May 24, 31, June 7, 2018

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE In re the Estate of:) RYAN W. BENSON,) Deceased.) No. 2018 P 32) CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of RYAN W. BENSON. Letters of Office were issued on May15, 2018, to RHONDA COOK, 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 5 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 Executor Law Offices of THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2276 tom@suitslegal.com May 24, 31, June 7, 2018

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Command Staff Executive Assistant The City of Dixon is looking for highly motivated, creative applicants to apply for our full-time Command Staff Executive Assistant position at the Public Safety Building. This position gives the successful applicant the opportunity to assist the Fire and Police Chiefs to support the departments on day-to-day administrative tasks as well as promote the city through multiple social media outlets. Work with a great team of Public Safety Officials to make Dixon the best place to live. A high school diploma with two years related work experience is required. Experience with creation of social media content is desirable. Please visit https://www. discoverdixon.org /departments/cityadministration/ job-postings.html

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York, as Trustee for AMRESCO Residential Securities Corporation Mortgage Loan Trust 1997-2; Plaintiff, VS. Noel W. Harris; Velda M. Harris; L.E.M. Financial; Portfolio Recovery Associates, L.L.C.; Defendants. 17 CH 50 Judge Presiding NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Brian VanVickle, Sheriff of Ogle, Illinois, will on June 29, 2018, at the hour of 10:00 AM at Sheriff of Olge County, 103 Jefferson Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 105 Roy Avenue, Rochelle, IL 61068 PIN: 24-12-304-007 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number WA17-0307. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) Laurence J. Goldstein (0999318) Christopher J. Irk (6300084) Thomas J. Cassady (6307705) Cory J. Harris (6319221) David A. Drescher (6301378) Tenyse L. Gooden (6312918) Amanda Rubel Portes (6297441) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-360-9461 WA17-0307 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com May 24, 31 & June 1, 2018

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.DONALD G THEOBALD, et al Defendant 17 CH 63 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 20, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on June 18, 2018, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 46, 47 AND 48 IN BLOCK 6 IN CRILL'S ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF MONROE CENTER, SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 400 MULFORD ROAD, MONROE CENTER, IL 61052 Property Index No. 12-21-482-007. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 263068. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 606064650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 263068 Case Number: 17 CH 63 TJSC#: 38-3956 I3087494 May 24, 31 & June 7 2018

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OGLE COUNTY NEWSPAPERS 815-625-3600 815-284-2222 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, Illinois ALPINE BANK & TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO ALPINE BANK OF Illinois Plaintiff, -v.MATTHEW C. MARSILI, KIM M. MARSILI, ONEMAIN FINANCIAL OF ILLINOIS, INC. F/D/B/A AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCING SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC., THE ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 2017 CH 84 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 16, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on June 19, 2018, at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 5th Street front door entrance, OREGON, IL, 61061, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 102 SOUTH ST., Monroe Center, IL 61052 Property Index No. 12-21-482-009. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $168,245.45. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: WILLIAMSMCCARTHY LLP, 120 W. STATE STREET, P.O. BOX 219, Rockford, IL 61105, THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATIONOne South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALEYou can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. WILLIAMSMCCARTHY LLP 120 W. STATE STREET, P.O. BOX 219 Rockford, IL 61105 E-Mail: Tsandquist@wilmac.com Case Number: 2017 CH 84 TJSC#: 38-3828 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.#rmation obtained will be used for that purpose. May 10, 17, 24, 2018

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STK# GM7520 WAS $33,999* NOW $30,999*

STK #GM7416 WAS $25,999* NOW $22,999*

ONLY 34,000 MILES! OVER $90K NEW!

SALE $59,999*

2013 MERCEDES C300 SPORT

849 North Galena Ave Dixon (815)288-9600

Loaded! Luxury Sport Sedan! Only 12,000 Miles! 450hp Twin Turbo!!

2015 CADILLAC ESCALADE PREMIUM

STK# GM6282

QUALITY VEHICLES SINCE 2005

ONLY 33,000 MILES! LOADED! LIKE NEW!

LOW MILES! ALL AVAILABLE OPTIONS! LIKE NEW!

STOCK PHOTO WAS $28,999* NOW $26,999*

STOCK PHOTO WAS $23,999* NOW $20,999*

STK# GM7516 WAS $24,999* NOW $22,999*

2014 LINCOLN MKS

2015 LINCOLN MKZ

2015 RANGE ROVER

2014 KIA SPORTAGE

2014 LEXUS ES 350

LOADED! LOW MILES!

Off Lease Special Purchases! Pure Plus Package! Pano Roof! Navigation! All With Factory Warranty! 5 4 To Choose From!

Heated & Cooled Seats! Navigation! Low Miles! 1 Owner!

ALL WHEEL DRIVE! LOW MILES! 1 OWNER! 3 TO CHOOSE FROM!

STK# GM7366 WAS $24,999* NOW $21,987*

STK# GM6879 WAS $22,999* NOW $19,987*

STK# GM7453 SALE FROM $27,999*

STK# GM7319 WAS $24,999* NOW $22,999*

STK# GM7151 WAS $19,999* NOW $16,987*

2016 TOYOTA COROLLA

2017 TOYOTA TACOMA 4X4 SR5

2015 DODGE RAM 4X4

2013 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB 4X4 SPORT

2014 JEEP PATRIOT 4X4

Only 17,000 Miles! Save 20,000 Off New!

HEATED SEATS! LEATHER! REMOTE START!

STK# GM7613 SALE ONLY $14,987*

LOADED LOADED LOADED! ONLY 13,000 MILES!

DOUBLE CAB!

5 RAMS IN STOCK! LOW MILES! LIKE NEW!

STK# GM7441 SALE $12,987*

STK# GM7578 SALE $32,999*

STK# GM7430 SALE $24,999*

STK# GM7372A SALE $23,999*

2014 JEEP CHEROKEE LATITUDES 4X4

2010 INFINITI G37 SEDAN X

2017 GMC ACADIA SLE-2

2013 FORD MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE

2017 FORD TAURUS LIMITED

JUST IN! ONLY 29,000 MILES! LIKE NEW!

LOADED LOADED LOADED! ONLY 16,000 MILES!

STOCK PHOTO SALE ONLY $16,999*

STK# GM7464 WAS $26,999* NOW $23,999*

ALL WITH LOW MILES! 3 TO CHOOSE FROM! YOUR CHOICE!

ALL WHEEL DRIVE! ONLY 34,000 MILES!

NICELY EQUIPPED! LOW MILES! 2 TO CHOOSE FROM!

STOCK PHOTO SALE $15,987*

STK# GM5856A SALE $15,999*

STK# GM7381 WAS $26,999* NOW $24,999*

2016 FORD MUSTANGS / SPECIAL PURCHASES

2015 FORD FUSIONS

2015 FORD EXPLORERS

LOADED! BOTH NAVIGATION! PANO SUNROOF! LOW MILES! BOTH WITH FACTORY WARRANTY!

2015 FORD ESCAPE

2014 FORD EDGE DIAMOND WHITE

4 IN STOCK!

SUNROOF! FACTORY WARRANTY!

LOW MILES! 1 OWNER! PANO SUNROOF!

STK#’S GM6865, GM6826 SALE $22,999*

STK# GM7583 SALE $13,999*

STK# GM7021 SALE FROM $24,999*

STK# GM7569 WAS $17,999* NOW $15,999*

STK# GM6562 WAS $22,999* NOW $20,999*

2017 DODGE JOURNEY

2016 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT

2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE

ONLY 2 REMAINING! HURRY IN! YOUR CHOICE!

2014 VW TIGUAN 4X4

LOW MILES! QUAD SEATING!

2015 DODGE DART SE’S

LOW MILES! NICELY EQUIPPED!

NICELY EQUIPPED! BOTH WITH ONLY 13,000 MILES!

LOW MILES!

STK# GM7490 WAS $18,999* NOW $16,999*

STK# GM7437 WAS $18,999* NOW ONLY $16,999*

STK# GM7172 SALE NOW ONLY $15,999*

STK#’S GM5759A, GM7482 SALE YOUR CHOICE $12,999*

STK# GM7509 SALE $14,987*

2015 VW TIGUAN SE 4X4

2017 VW PASSAT

2017 TOYOTA AVALON XLE

2016 VW JETTA

2016 VW JETTA SE

ONLY 9,000 MILES!

LOW MILES!

STK# GM6236 SALE $12,987*

STK# GM6619 SALE $12,987*

2016 KIA RIO

2014 JEEP PATRIOT 4X4

ONLY 15,000 MILES!

SUNROOF! LEATHER! 5 TO CHOOSE FROM!

STK# GM7387 SALE $19,987* 2013 VW JETTA

ONLY 11,000 MILES!

LOADED! LOW MILES! 1 OWNER! SAVE THOUSANDS OFF NEW!

STK# GM6975 SALE $15,987*

STK# GM7242 WAS $24,999* NOW $22,999* 2017 KIA SEDONA LX

2017 KIA SORENTOS

LOW MILES!

3 To Choose From! Must Drive! Save Thousands! 3rd Seat! Nicely Equipped! Low Miles! Compare to Highlander & Pilot!

Loaded Loaded Loaded! LIKE NEW! Compare to Sienna & Odyssey! Save Thousands!

NICELY EQUIPPED! 30+MPG!

STK# GM6229 SALE $11,987*

STOCK PHOTO SALE FROM $19,999*

STK# GM7414 SALE ONLY $23,987*

STK# GM7586 SALE $9,987*

2017 NISSAN SENTRA

2016 NISSAN SENTRA

STK# GM7462 SALE $14,987*

STK# GM7562 SALE $13,987*

ONLY 11,000 MILES!

2011 NISSAN SENTRA

STK# GM7542 SALE $9,999*

STK# GM7568 SALE $10,987*

2013 NISSAN ROGUES SL

2015 & 2016 NISSAN ROGUE SV’S

2017 HYUNDAI TUSCAN SPORT

2016 HYUNDAI SONATAS

STK# GM7585 SALE FROM $13,999*

STK# GM7442 SALE FROM $14,987*

STOCK PHOTO SALE $21,999*

STK#’S GM7081, GM7620 SALE $12,987*

YOUR CHOICE! NAVIGATION! SUNROOF!

2014, 2015, 2016 FORD FOCUS’SS

9 TO CHOOSE FROM! ONLY 17,000 MILES! LIKE NEW!

SPECIALS!

ONLY 12,000 MILES! LIKE NEW!

2017 NISSAN VERSA 20

12 TO CHOOSE FROM! ALL WITH FACTORY WARRANTY!

ONLY 22,000 MILES!

STK#’S GM7180A, GM7296 SALE FROM $9,999*

STK# GM7089A SALE $10,987*

YOUR CHOICE!

2013 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS’S ONLY 63,000 MILES! YOUR CHOICE!

STK#’S GM7118A, GM7381A SALE $10,999*

*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