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A Mt. Morris family has been chosen for the 2015 Habitat for Humanity build. A2
Medical marijuana facility approved in Ogle County By Vinde Wells Editor
Ogle County 4-H club members sharpen their skills at handling poultry by working with the chickens they made from inflated balloons Feb. 28 at Day of Dabbling. Photo by Vinde Wells
4-Hers chase away winter blahs By Vinde Wells Editor Ogle County 4-H club members beat the winter blahs Feb. 28 by learning about topics ranging from poultry to aerospace. The annual Day of Dabbling, held at the Oregon Church of God, offered 18 hands-on workshops. Classes included visual arts, cooking, natural resources, woodworking, aerospace, intercultural, scrapbooking, poultry, and science. In one classroom, youth polished up their poultry handling skills by first making a chicken from a white inflated balloon and then adding paper wings, feet, and beaks, along with drawing on eyes. Then they practiced how to pick up their chicken for showing it off to its best advantage at fair-time. “Pin, hold, go with the grain, and out,” repeated instructor Sarah Carter as she demonstrated the correct way to remove a chicken — or duck or goose — from its cage for a show judge. Down the hall, a group was stapling fabric to wood to create a memory board while in another classroom youngsters drew designs on
a block of wood to create faux metal tiles. Wesley Immel, a member of Blackhawk Crossings 4-H Club, was happy with his finished memory board with its camouflage fabric and green ribbon grid. Although he was not yet sure what he would display on it, he said he learned a lot from the project. “It was fun to make,” he said. “It was fun to use the staple gun on something besides my greenhouse at home.” Hannah Seaworth, a member of Ogle Jolly 4-H Club, was busy rubbing a piece of aluminum foil onto the design she had made on a wooden block that was the base for her faux metal tile. The designs were given depth by applying diecut pieces of card stock or outlining drawn designs with hot glue. Foil was then applied, and the design was brought out by carefully and thoroughly rubbing the foil over and around it. The final touch was a light coat of black spray paint. Each session was an hour long, and youngsters could choose to attend their three favorites during the threehour event. At the intercultural
session, exchange student Rachel Fang, who hails from China, wrote participants’ names on pieces of paper using Chinese characters and then pronounced their names in Chinese. “See, it’s not much different,” she told Annaliese Koziol, a member of Ogle County Clovers.
Extension 4-H Coordinator Jodi Baumgartner said 74 youngsters ages 5 to 15 participated in Day of Dabbling. “It went really well. The kids seemed to have a lot of fun,” she said. “We had some new classes this year that went over really well.”
Wesley Immel, a member of Blackhawk Crossings 4-H Club holds his finished memory board Feb. 28 at Day of Dabbling. Photo by Vinde Wells
New building to get letters, not sign By Vinde Wells Editor Ogle County’s newest building will be identified with lettering rather than a sign. County board chairman Kim Gouker said the nearly completed Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 103 Jefferson St., Oregon, will be identified with letters on the building instead of a sign in front of it. The county’s Long
Range Planning Committee discussed the lettering at a special meeting Feb. 25, a day after the Oregon City Council rejected its request to locate a large brick sign in the city right-of-way in front of the building, which faces First Street. The city council turned down the committee’s request by a vote of 4-0 with commissioners Ken Williams, Bob Rees, and Kurt Wilson and mayor Tom Stone voting. Tom Izer did
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not attend the meeting. The Plan Commission considered the request on Feb. 17 and recommended its denial to the council. “The Plan Commission didn’t want to set a precedent,” said Oregon Street Superintendent Mike Bowers, who is also a member of the Plan Commission. Bowers said he had granted a previous request from the committee to locate a parking area in front of the
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building on the city right-ofway. The new $4.1 million public safety building, which is scheduled to be completed in the next few weeks, will house the sheriff’s department, coroner’s office and county morgue, and the 911 telecommunications center. The current sheriff’s building, which is more than a century old, will be demolished to make way for additional parking.
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A Hillcrest official was ecstatic Tuesday with the news that a medical marijuana cultivation center will be coming to the village of 1,000. “It’s an incredible opportunity,” said village president Kim Whalen. “We’re trying to do a sewer project and this will help. The news about PharmaCann was the icing on the cake.” The medical marijuana cultivation center in this area was supposed to open in Dixon – and with a different company. However, state officials announced Monday that the permit will instead go to Oak Park-based PharmaCann. According to the Associated Press, PharmaCann CEO Teddy Scott said the company will open the cultivation center in Hillcrest, which touches the north edge of Rochelle. The license had been awarded in February to GTI Clinic Holding LLC, parent company of Green Thumb Industries, but last week the company gave it up by failing to pay the state fees required. The Dixon license, for a lot in the Lee County Industrial Park, was one of three the company had been awarded. The purchase agreement between GTI and the Lee County Industrial Development Association for the lot in the industrial park was contingent on GTI being awarded a license. PharmaCann was the second-highest scoring application for Illinois State Police District 1, which includes Lee, Whiteside, Ogle and Carroll counties. PharmaCann has 15 days to provide the required $200,000 license fee and a $2 million surety bond or escrow account.
The distribution center for District 1 will be in Fulton. The Hillcrest Village Board gave its unanimous approval last August to a resolution supporting PharmaCann’s application for a license for the cultivation of medicinal marijuana under the Illinois Compassionate Care Act. A PharmaCann representative told the board in August that the facility will create an estimated 20 jobs. Whalen said PharmaCann broke ground for the facility last fall on land at the intersection of Twombly and Dement Roads, with the idea that the approval would likely come in winter when the ground was frozen. The company has a longterm lease for the property, she said. Having the facility within the village limits means officials there can go ahead with and complete a sewer project that’s been in the works for 40 years, Whalen said. The project calls for installing sewer mains which will connect to the City of Rochelle’s sewer system. Hillcrest does not have its own municipal wastewater treatment plant. Whalen said the village has already secured a grant for $500,000 and a low interest loan for $2.5 million from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, which will allow about a quarter of the project to be done. The revenue from PharmaCann will ensure the project can be completed in a timely way. The first stage of the project will include the business district and 60-80 homes, she said. Hillcrest has approximately 20 businesses and 425 homes. Matt Mencarini of Sauk Valley Media contributed to this story.
Ice blamed for shut down of reactor Byron Unit 1 goes offline after wintry mix Exelon officials reported that Byron Generating Station Unit 1 automatically shut down Tuesday at 11:01 a.m., probably due to ice. “Initial indications are that ice intrusion interrupted power on one of the unit’s transformers,” communications manager Paul Dempsey said in a press release issued Tuesday afternoon. “Station experts will make the repairs to
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the transformer and return the unit to service. The unit responded as designed during the shutdown.” The press release did not indicate when the repairs would be completed. Byron Unit 2 continued to operate at full power. A late winter storm moved through Ogle County Tuesday morning bringing snow, freezing rain, and sleet to the area. Byron Station is on North German Church Road approximately five miles southwest of Byron and seven miles northeast of Oregon.
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It’s time to change smoke alarm batteries and clocks By Rob Hough Mt. Morris Fire Chief This weekend we will turn our clocks forward one hour for Daylight Savings Time. The Mt. Morris Fire Protection District would like to remind everyone to change the batteries in their smoke detectors at the same time. Having an operating smoke detector more than Members of the Polo Pioneers 4-H Club make Silly Putty at the January meeting. doubles a person’s chances Pictured on the left side of the table, front to back, are: Nolan Roberts, Ty Newcomer, of surviving a home fire. Mady Russell, and Olivia Russell. Right side are: Brianna Kuhn, Bekah Zeigler, Gage Smoke detectors and Zeigler, and Coley Zeigler. Photo supplied batteries are a small investment to insure your family will be alerted in the case of a fire. Here are some tips for By Ty Newcomer Nolan Roberts. tournament. the care and maintenance of Club Reporter The meeting started with Club members were all the members making encouraged to bring The Polo Pioneers held a Silly Putty. Valentines to the next meeting on Jan. 12. The treasurer’s report was meeting. A donkey basketball game The members in given by Mady Russell and Brianna Kuhn provided to raise funds for the Let attendance were Brianna Ty Newcomer reported on treats of brownies and Kuhn, Mady Russell, Olivia pizza sales. juice. The next meeting was Freedom Ring Festival will Russell, Ty Newcomer, The club discussed scheduled for Feb. 2 at the be held on Saturday, March Bekah Zeigler, Coley the Penny Carnival and Church of the Brethren in 7 at the David L. Rahn Junior High gym, Mt. Morris. Zeigler, Gage Zeigler, and the upcoming bowling Polo.
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smoke detectors that should be followed: • Install smoke alarms on every level of the home and outside all sleeping areas. • For added safety, install smoke alarms in every room where people sleep. • To increase safety, have a qualified electrician install hard-wired, interconnected smoke alarms so that when one sounds, they all sound. • Install a new battery in all smoke alarms at least twice a year. Install a new battery immediately if an alarm “chirps” to indicate a low battery. • Replace smoke alarms that use extended-life, lithium batteries when the alarm “chirps” or fails to
respond to periodic testing. The batteries in these units cannot be replaced. • Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old. • Test smoke alarms every month. Use the test button, or an approved smoke substitute, and clean the units, according to manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use an open-flame device to test the alarm. • Special smoke alarms are made for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. These alarms use strobe lights. Vibrating devices may also help in some cases. If you have questions please call the firehouse at 815-734-4322.
Donkey basketball game Saturday Doors will open at 5 p.m. and the game begins at 6 p.m. Besides the game the event will include a 50/50 raffle, donkey rides, and
concessions. Advanced tickets may be purchased for $6 at the Mt. Morris Village Hall, 105 W. Lincoln St., Mt. Morris.
LFR bake sale and St. Patrick’s Day dance set for March 21 A bake sale to raise funds for the 2015 July 4th Let Freedom Ring festival will be held in conjunction with a St. Patrick’s Day Dance on Saturday, March 21 from 6
to 11 p.m. at the Mt. Morris Moose Lodge 1551 Family Center, 485 E. Hitt St., Mt. Morris. The fundraising committee is asking for donations of
cakes, cookies, candy, snack mixes, pies, breads and any other goodies. The committee will package donations, or donors may do the packaging and
Preschool Story Time We will have story time at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays for all children ages 2 to 5. We are hoping that this day and time works well for everyone. We would love to have a full house! If you have any questions, please call the library.
which appear on the list, but those which we don’t have may be ordered through PrairieCat. These are the most critically acclaimed books of the year. We also added a display on health and fitness. There are a variety of books and DVDs to get you motivated to improve your health. Stop by and check out the display.
We want to thank Jan Hough for her wonderful display of items knitted by her husband’s grandmother. It was fun to see the pictures of family members wearing her handiwork. For the month of March, we will be featuring the artwork of David Cheatwood. David does a lot of portraits in his own unique style. His work is fresh and expressive.
New Book Display The Best of 2014 books have been named and we are displaying them just inside the front doors. We will most of the books
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Nachusa Grasslands will be here to talk about bringing the bison back to Illinois. This project has been in the making for a long time, and now a herd of bison is living here. Join us as we learn more about these creatures and their new home. Reservations are requested, but not required. Thank You You know that I often make pleas for help in the paper. Lately people have been responding without my usual
Still cold until 17th. Colder than normal. Moisture and winds a little above normal. Best chances for storms are 5-7, 8-9 (to 10th?), and 15-17. Weather unstable. Fog expected 5-13. February was 15 degrees colder and snow was wetter than normal. Three record cold dates (Feb. 26, 27, and 28).
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We will be having a Very British Celebration Tea on March 15 at 2 p.m. at the Disciples United Methodist Church. Betty Obendorf will present a program on early greeting cards. The cost is still only $15. Attendees will need to bring a teacup and a plate. Stop by the library to make your reservations.
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Mt. Morris family selected for next Habitat home Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County has selected the next family to receive a home in Ogle County. Elias and Betty Sotelo and their two children Maya, 8, and Kiana, 5, will receive a home in Mt. Morris at 408 W. Front St. The family currently resides in Mt. Morris. The family selection committee spent hours talking with families before selecting the Sotelos for this year’s build. This family is very deserving,” said Sue Benesh, Family Selection Committee. “They are committed to working with Habitat to complete the home and sweat equity requirements.” Habitat for Humanity requires a new homeowner to put sweat equity in the home. These hours building the home allow the family to experience the entire home building process. The Sotelos will put in these sweat equity hours throughout the building process. The completed home will also have an interest-free mortgage. The new homeowner will make payments that include the loan, insurance, and taxes. Numerous volunteers and
Donations of any amount to help with this build can be sent to: Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County, P.O. Box 628, Oregon, IL 61061. businesses will also help throughout the process. “Volunteers are the backbone of our builds,” said Bob Van Stedum, Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County President. “We could not accomplish what we do without them. We are currently in need of a general contractor or contractors for this project. “ Volunteers are given the opportunity to learn new skills and to utilize their special talents. Please consider joining Habitat for Humanity in its new build. Among other volunteers, a general contractor is needed to oversee the project. Since it was founded in 2002, Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County has completed 10 houses. So far volunteers have built homes in Byron, Forreston, Mt. Morris, Oregon, and Polo. Habitat for Humanity International is comprised
of volunteers and welcomes all people dedicated to eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built more than 200,000 houses in nearly 100 countries, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than a million people. Future homeowners help build their homes and then buy them through affordable, no-profit mortgages; their payments go into a Fund for Humanity to build additional homes. The basic selection criteria are: • Owners have a need for adequate housing and do not currently own a home • They are willing to help build a home – 200 hours of sweat equity required per adult family member • They meet the income guidelines based on family size and show the ability to pay the monthly mortgage. Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County continually seeks funds, donations, and volunteers to help keep the final mortgage as low as possible. For more information or to volunteer call Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County at 815-732-6855.
Elias and Betty Sotelo and their children Maya and Kiana have been selected as owners of the next home built by Habitat of Humanity of Ogle County. Pictured with them are family selection committee members Tom Hughes and Deb Cheek. The home will be built in Mt. Morris. Volunteers and a general contractor are needed. Photo supplied
Kiwanis Club plans Trivia Night March 21 DUMC to host retreat The Mt. Morris chapter of Kiwanis is holding its third annual Trivia Night on Saturday, March 21 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Pinecrest Grove on South McKendrie Avenue in Mt. Morris. The cost is $10 per person
and proceeds will help fund local programs for children. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Kiwanis International. The main purpose of Kiwanis is to serve the children of the world through
fundraising, activities, and education. Baskets from local businesses will be raffled and a 50-50 raffle will be held. Participants are encouraged to form teams of
up to eight people. Come early and purchase supper at the McKendrie Street Cafe. Call Becky at 815-7327320 or 815-973-2566 for more information.
GED open house planned at library Highland Community College Adult Education has scheduled a GED open house on Thursday, March 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Mt. Morris Public Library.
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For more information or to scheduled testing call 815-599-3460. Adult Education is also recruiting volunteer tutors. Anyone interested is
invited to attend the open house or call Esther Mayer at 815-599-3538 or e-mail her at esther.mayer@ highland.edu.
Applications for program funding will be accepted from Ogle County-based not for profit organizations providing health and human service programs until 5:00 PM Friday, March 27, 2015, by United Way of Ogle County, PO Box 26, Oregon, IL 61061. For eligibility requirements, grant applications & instructions please contact Ogle County Director, Jennie Beckman,at jennie@unitedwayrrv.org or 815-986-4812.
Author and speaker Jane Rubietta will lead a women’s retreat Friday, March 13 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 14 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Disciples United Methodist Church, 102 Maple Ave, Mt. Morris. “Deep Roots—Flourishing in Full Lives” is the topic of the event. The cost is $35, which includes three meals. The deadline to register is Monday, March 9. For more information call 815-734-4853.
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Register to vote by March 10 The last day to register to vote or make a change of address for the April 7 consolidated election is Tuesday, March 10, Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley said Tuesday. The only exception is the grace period registration and transfer of registration from March 11 to April 4 at Huntley’s office on the first floor of the Ogle County Courthouse, 105 S. Fifth St., Oregon. Early voting will be conducted at the Ogle County Clerk’s office in the Ogle County Courthouse from March 23 through April 4 (closed April 3) for all Ogle County precincts. Early voting will be conducted at the Flagg Township Building, 303 W. Ill. 38, Rochelle, on April 1, 2 and 4 (closed April 3) for Flagg and Dement precincts only. The first day to apply for Oregon Rotarian David Bakener, left, addressed the an absentee ballot for the Oregon Rotary Club last week about the need for election is Thursday, Feb. 26. election judges. Pictured with Bakener is Oregon Rotary The last day for mailing a
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ballot from the county clerk’s office is Thursday, April 2. Voter registration and grace period voting in the clerk’s office may be done through Saturday, April 4. Huntley said that her office at the courthouse complies with the Federal Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act. She said the courthouse is accessible to the handicapped for voter registration. She will sent a deputy registrar to the residence of any person who wishes to register to vote and is unable to go to a registrar. Huntley said temporarily physically handicapped voters who find it difficult or nearly impossible to go to the polls on election day may now vote by absentee ballot without getting the signature of their physicians as long as they call her office and request an application. First time voters who registered by mail must vote in person, Huntley said. Absentee voters may vote
in person at the courthouse. Huntley will send an absentee application to voters who request one. When the completed application is returned to Huntley, the ballot will be sent. Anyone who needs assistance with voting should call Huntley’s office and arrangements for help, within the law, will be made. For voters who cannot get into the polling place, Huntley will send two
election judges within 50 feet of the polling place with a ballot. A request for this assistance must be made prior to the election on a form provided by Huntley. For information or assistance with voting or registering to vote call the Ogle County Clerk at 815732-1110 from 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or go to www. oglecounty.org.
Early voting available Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley said Feb. 26 that voters may vote absentee, early, and/or register to vote for the April 7 consolidated election. Voters may apply for an absentee ballot by mail or in person in Huntley’s office on the first floor of the Ogle County Courthouse, 105 S. Fifth St., Oregon. To vote early or absentee ballot in Illinois, a person must be a registered voter.
A voter in Illinois no longer needs a reason to vote early or absentee. For more information about the above qualifications call Huntley’s office at 815-7321110 during normal business hours Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The clerk’s office will have expanded hours for early voting and voter registration on Saturday, April 4 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Free preschool screenings will be for area schools screening is to identify any child who may qualify for the school district’s Early Childhood or Pre-K Program. Screening dates, locations and contact information are: Polo School District: Call Centennial School at 815-946-3811 for an appointment. Screenings will be at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 201 N. Division in Polo on Monday, March 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Meridian School District: Call Highland Elementary School at 815-645-8188 for
Birth Announcement Jeremy and Mindy Nesemeier, Mt. Morris, announce the birth of their son Charles Michael Nesemeier on Feb. 7, 2015 at 11:41 a.m. at KSB Hospital, Dixon. Charlie weighed seven pounds 11 ounces and was 21 inches long at birth. Maternal grandparents are Mike and Brenda Anderson, Mt. Morris. Paternal grandparents are Bill Nesemeier and Kris and Dave Gilbert, all of Oregon. Maternal great-grandfather
is Dale Gingrich, Kewanee. Paternal greatgrandparents are Keith Nesemeier, Polo, and Beverly and Chuck Kearns, Ashton.
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Since the Ogle County Women’s Connection no longer meets in Leaf River, the Freeport Area Women’s Connection would like to extend an invitation to its March 18 brunch. The Freeport Area Women’s Connection will meet at a new location on Wednesday, March 18. Its monthly brunch will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Eagles Club, 1200 W, Galena Ave,, Freeport. The cost is $10 per person.
Guest speaker Barbara Hoffner, Madison, Wis., will talk on the topic “Are You Ready for Adventure?” Special music will be provided by vocalst Jane Olson, Monroe, Wis., who will present a 20-minute concert. For the special feature Diane Vandenburg will share her homemade recipes for skin care products, lotions, and household cleaning products that are made with safe ingredients and really
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Ogle County Democrats will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 11 at the Pinecricker Cafe, 124 E. Mason St., Polo. Anyone interested in local Democratic politics is encouraged to come at 6 p.m. to order dinner and stay for the meeting at 7 p.m. The agenda includes discussion of historical Charles Michael Nesemeier perspectives on Democratic
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an appointment. Screenings will be at Trinity Lutheran Church, 308 E. Brayton, Mt. Morris on Wednesday, March 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
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Lyle Deuth, Chana, will celebrate his 90th birthday on Monday, March 9. He and his wife Donna have four children, Stuart (Linda), Duane, Robert (Joanna), and Elizabeth (David), and eight grandchildren, Joseph, Dennis, Jacob, Theresa, David, Emily, Joshua, and William. Cards may be sent to him at PO Box 87, Chana IL 61015.
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Marriage License Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley issued the following marriage license. Feb. 26 Guy A, Stayner and Rayleen D. Cannova, both of Byron.
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 Alan Cassel 815-232-6222 www. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 12:30 p.m. Afternoon Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study
Campus Pastor Chad Keeteman ext. 302 Youth Pastor Jose Garcia ext. 303 We offer contemporary worship and relevant Bible teaching through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our for coffee, snack & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris Pastor Dwight Stewart Phone 815-734-4853 Worship 9:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m.
BAILEYVILLE REFORMED CHURCH 400 W. Center St. Baileyville Pastor Bruce Otto EAST JORDAN UNITED 815-235-1201 METHODIST CHURCH 9 a.m. Sunday School 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling 10 a.m. Morning Worship Dave Jungnickel, Pastor Thursday, March 12—5 p.m. 815-626-0104 Soup Supper 9 a.m. Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School BETHEL UNITED 10:45 a.m. Worship METHODIST CHURCH 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon EAST OREGON CHAPEL 815-864-2581 CHURCH OF GOD Traditional Worship 9 a.m. 107 N. Daysville Rd. Education Hour 10 a.m. East Edge of Oregon Contemporary Worship 11 Off Ill. 64 a.m. Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or BROOKVILLE and 815-732-6569 ELKHORN UNITED Sunday School 9:30 a.m. METHODIST CHURCHES Church 10:30 a.m. Brookville: Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m. EBENEZER REFORMED Worship 10:30 a.m. CHURCH 17725 W. Chamber St. 2997 N. German Church Rd. in Brookville Two miles east of Oregon on Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m. Ill. 64, then three miles north. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Pastor Brion Brooks Corner of Wilson Mill & Church Office Brick Church Roads Phone: 815-732-6313 Director of Ministries CHANA UNITED for Youth and Christian METHODIST CHURCH Education 606 Main St., Chana 61015 David Bordy Pastor Javier Martinez 9 a.m. Sunday School 815-732-7683 10 a.m. Sunday Worship chanaumc@gmail.com Roots Youth Ministry— Adult & Children’s Education Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m. 9 a.m. Kids Clubs & Men’s & Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study— Holy Communion Celebrated Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m. the First Sunday of Each Month EMMANUEL CHRIST OUR SAVIOR EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH LUTHERAN CHURCH 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon 815-284-4554 (Payne’s Point) Pastor David Andermann Pastor Andrew Kayes 815-632-6767 Office: 815-732-2424 9 a.m. Worship Service Worship Service 9 a.m. 10:20 a.m. Education Hour Sunday School 10:15 a.m.
Friday, March 6—Northern Illinois District Convention at Concordia River Forest Saturday, March 7— Northern Illinois District Convention at Concordia River Forest; Set Clocks Ahead Sunday, March 8—9 a.m. Worship with Communion, “Passing of the Leash,� Children Will Sing; 10:20 a.m. Education Hour; 11:20 a.m. Council Meeting: Potluck Lunch Tuesday, March 10—9 a.m. Circuit Pastors at Freeport Wednesday, March 11—10 a.m. & 7 a.m. Lenten Service Thursday, March 12—10 a.m. Bible Class CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Monte J. Cox, Pastor 815-946-2848 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. (June, July, August 9:30 a.m.) We include children in our Sunday Worship experience “Kids are People, too� Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after Praise & Worship. Casual, Contemporary, Non-Traditional Passion for God Compassion for People Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITE PINES CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Saturdays at 6 p.m. Sundays at 10 a.m. 815-837-5255 whitepines@crossroadscn.com
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Church 815-938-3203 “ A Church with a Heart — In the Heart of Forreston� 9 a.m. Sunday Worship Sunday, March 8—9 a.m. Worship; 10 a.m. Sunday School, Church Council Wednesday, March 11—6 p.m. Lenten Supper; 7 p.m. Lenten Service; 7:30 p.m. Choir Thursday, March 12—6:30 p.m. Bible Study FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith Handicapped Accessible 702 E. Dixon St., Polo Rev. Derek Rogers 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 800-335-5065 815-732-2642 Rev. Jerry Clark “A Christ-centered, Biblebelieving, family-oriented ministry.� Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Prayer Meeting, Wednesday 7 p.m.; transportation and nursery provided for all services. FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 609 S. 10th St., Oregon 815-732-2359 Grail Storm, Minister 815-732-7411 Worship Service—10 a.m. If you haven’t found a church home, we invite you to First Christian Church in Oregon, where we accept one another just as Christ accepted us. Come as you are. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com Handicapped Accessible Worship 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 First Ave., Forreston Pastor David Poust 815-938-2380 Thursday, March 5—6:30 p.m. Trustees Committee Sunday, March 8—9 a.m. Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Monday, March 9—8 a.m. AA Open Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee at The Depot; 3 p.m. Good News Club Wednesday, March 11—6:30 p.m. Bible Study
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF MT. MORRIS 102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris Senior Pastor FLORENCE UNITED Bruce McKanna METHODIST CHURCH Associate Pastor 2649 W. Florence Rd., Lance Mennen Freeport 815-734-4942 Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier Thursday, March 5—9:30 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. a.m. MOM’S Group; 1 p.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Ladies Bible Study Saturday, March 7—7 a.m. FORRESTON GROVE Men’s Accountability Group CHURCH Sunday, March 8—8:30 7246 N. Freeport Rd., a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Forreston InnerMission; 10 a.m. Worship Presbyterian Church in Service; 5 p.m. Youth Group; America Evening Small Group Pastor Jeremy Cheezum Tuesday, March 10—9 a.m. 815-938-3605 Ladies Prayer Circle 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday, March 11—6 10:30 a.m. Worship Service a.m. Mt. Morris Men’s Prayer Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Meeting Pioneer Club Log onto our website at Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult http://www.efcmm.org to check Study; 7:45 p.m. Choir out our latest opportunities and updates FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH FAITH DISCOVERY 501 Third Ave. CHURCH Tim Fry, Pastor 801 W. Oregon St., Polo 9:30 a.m. Worship Jeremy Heller, Pastor 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 815-946-3588 9 a.m. Sunday School FREEDOM LUTHERAN 10 a.m. Worship Service WORSHIPPING Nursery Available COMMUNITY, ELCA We are an independent nonPastor Jeff Schlesinger denominational Christian 815-222-7270 church. Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at Visitors are always welcome. Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Dining Hall FAITH EVANGELICAL 1834 S. IL Rt. 2 LUTHERAN CHURCH (a mile south of Oregon) 402 Second Ave., Forreston Welcome Center Pastor Scott Ralston 111 S. Fourth St., Oregon
GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. German Valley Pastor Jake Ritzema 815-362-6601 Sunday School for All Ages 9 a.m. Worship Service 10 a.m. GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church and Main Streets Matt Smith, Pastor 8:30 a.m. Worship Service LEAF RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Leaf River Pastor Randy Newton 815-738-2205 Email leafriverbc@gmail. com Sunday Praise and Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sunday School 11 a.m. Wednesday Prayer/Bible Studies 6 p.m. Prayer Chain 738-2205 Wednesday—Various Activities 6:30-8:30 p.m. LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor David Poust Sunday, March 8—10:30 a.m. Worship Service & Children’s Church; 6 p.m. Prayer & Healing Service LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Javier Martinez Handicapped Accessible Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Age Three through Sixth Grade. Everyone is Welcome MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 409 W. Brayton Road P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573 Office hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Thursday, March 5—11:30 a.m. Pantry Board Meeting; 4:30-7 p.m. Food Pantry Open Friday, March 6—9 a.m. Women’s Fellowship Sunday, March 8—8:15 a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worship-Third Sunday in Lent; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages Monday, March 9—10:30 a.m. Food Delivery for Food Pantry; 2-4:30 p.m. Food Pantry Open Tuesday, March 10—8:45 a.m. Bible Study; Quilting Wednesday, March 11—7:15 p.m. Chimes Rehearsal NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon Pastor David Demmer 815-732-7404 10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship Service NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 Saturday, March 7—9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center Sunday, March 8—9 a.m. Sunday School; 10:05 a.m. Worship Service Tuesday, March 10—9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center OREGON CHURCH OF GOD 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Pastor Michael Hoffman 815-732-6847
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PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH 5076 S. Lowell Park Rd. Pastor Gregg Downs 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN Congress Ave. & Webster St. (The church is handicapped accessible) Pastor Leslie Lake 9:30 a.m. Family Worship 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time 11 a.m. Sunday School PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Wednesday, March 11—6 p.m. Lenten Study at Prairie Dell; 7:30 p.m. Session Meeting
ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH West Grove Road at Columbine Rd. Pastor Steve Erickson Sunday, March 8—9:15 a.m. Prayer Ministry Team, Handbell Rehearsal; 9:30 a.m. Congregational Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Divine Worship; 11:30 a.m. Senior Choir Rehearsal Wednesday, March 11—6 p.m. Lenten Service ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919 Sunday Sunday School 9 a.m. Social Time 10 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 11—6:15 p.m. Simple Meal; 7 p.m. Lenten 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 Saturday 4:30 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest 3 p.m. Reconciliation Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 1st & 2nd Wednesdays 6 p.m. Adult Bible Study 1st Wednesday 8:30 a.m. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon Pastor Richard Tomlinson 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: Worship Services 8:30 & 11 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m. Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Friday, March 6—8 a.m. Bulletin Assembly & Coffee Saturday, March 7—5:30 p.m. Worship Service Sunday, March 8—8:45 a.m. Worship Service; 9:45 a.m. ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL Sunday School; Fellowship CHURCH Time Between Services; 10:45 1000 Ill. 64 West a.m. Worship Service Oregon Monday, March 9—6:30 p.m. Rev. Joyce Beaulieu Church Council Meeting Interim Priest Wednesday, March 11—6:30 815-732-7211 or a.m. Prayer & Praise; 5:30 p.m. 815-732-3328 Choristers; 5:30 p.m. Chime www.saintbrides.org Choir; 6 p.m. Soup Supper; Email:saintbrides@ 6:30 p.m. Lenten Midweek verizon. net Gathering; 7 p.m. Chancel Choir Services Sunday-Holy Communion-8 WEST BRANCH and 10 a.m. CHURCH OF THE Wednesday Healing BRETHREN Service-6 p.m. 4014 West Branch Road Classes Southeast of Forreston Children’s Sunday School-9 Pastor Richard Bright a.m. 815-734-4411 Adult Sunday School-9 a.m. Sunday School—9:30 a.m. (2nd & 4th Sunday) Worship—10:35 a.m.
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Learn about woodcarving during class on March 17
Music at First Fridays
First Friday music will be on March 6 at 7 p.m. at the Oregon VFW, 1310 W. Washington St., on Ill. 64 at the west edge of town. Musicians or bands will take the stage for 15 minutes until each group has been featured. After the individual performances, all of the musicians will gather on stage for a jam session to wrap up the evening’s festivities Musicians from across Northern Illinois, and often neighboring states, appear on a regular basis. The music often described as New Folk or Americana is varied and includes country, bluegrass, blues, folk, gospel, soft rock, and eclectic mixes of all of the above. Instruments are all acoustic and a professional sound system is supplied. Participation is encouraged so bring an instrument and join the show, or kick back
Dave Ostrem will teach a woodcarving class on Tuesday, March 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon. This class is designed for beginners and for those who have been carving for a while. Participants are invited to bring projects they have already started, or they can begin a new one. Basswood blanks will be
available for those who want to purchase them, or class members can bring their own wood. Ostrem will help solve carving problems and learn new tips and tricks of woodcarving. Topics could include tool sharpening and selection, choosing woods, carving techniques, painting or finishing wood, or how to achieve a particular effect with wood.
Carving tools can be borrowed for the day. The cost is $15 for RRC members and $18 for nonmembers. The cost of wood blanks varies with project. To register for this class call 815-732-3252 or toll free 1-800-541-5479. Prepaid registration required by March 9. Class size is limited to 15 participants.
Anyone who enjoys quilting is invited to join the members of the Country Crossroads Quilt Guild. Meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at Forreston Grove Church, 7246 Freeport Rd., Forreston.
Meetings begin at 7 p.m., with quilt demo warm-ups at 6:30 p.m. and ample time to meet and greet members. Visitors are charged a fee of $3 at the door. This month’s meeting on March 16 will feature the guild’s garage sale.
Members have gone through their books, fabric, tools and patterns, so pick up supplies for a project and save. For more information call Susan at 815-732-6268 or Ruth at 815-645-8179.
Quilters garage sale set Mike Crowe, of nearby Lindenwood, is a new First Fridays’ favorite. He has taken the VFW stage with a keyboard style that includes blues, Irish folk, Cajun, and ragtime. Photo supplied
and just enjoy the music. First Fridays is a part of Northern Illinois’ Friday night music scene along with 2nd Fridays in Lanark, 3rd Fridays in Franklin Grove, and special Fifth Friday (when they occur)
shows in Franklin Grove. The VFW will feature a menu of food and beverage.
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Serenity Hospice and Home will sponsor two bereavement groups in March. Coffee and Conversation will meet Saturday, March 7 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1013 Franklin Grove Rd., Dixon. This group is open to all adult bereaved persons in the community. Call the Serenity Hospice Jamie Buck; Stillman Bank and Home office at 815-732from Bryan Markham and 4111 by 4 p.m. on Friday, Rebecca Ketter; ReMax March 6 to register. If no Professional Advantage from Ed Clift; Berger Law Firm from Maria Berger; Dickerson and Nieman Realty from Alisa Patterson; and from Byron City Alderwoman Christy Hanlin, Community Reformed New Creation Media owner Church of Freeport will Joe Burriesci, and Abbey hold its 22nd annual Lenten Wheeler of SNAP Fitness. Call Jamie Buck at 815- Concert Series on Sunday 985-9391 or Betsy Floski at evenings through March 29. Dave and Duska Ruter 815-871-0859 to donate a will appear in concert on prize valued at $10 or more, Sunday, March 8 at 7 p.m. or to The Ruters have been or take advantage ministering with gospel of a larger Pot of Gold music and spreading God’s sponsorship. word with music for more Committee members will than 40 years. pick up prizes, or they may They sing a variety of be dropped off at Curves of songs, such as the old Byron. hymns and contemporary, BCR is a volunteer-based gospel in country gospel not-for-profit organization style. dedicated to bringing people Dave is a guitarist, plays together to develop and carry the piano and mouth organ out community improvement and sings, while, Duska is projects. the keyboard pianist. BCR sponsors facade A free will offering will improvement grants to be taken for support of their area businesses, sponsors ministry through music. the annual Sunshine Park Refreshments will be Farmer’s Market and makes provided following the donations to numerous concert. community projects and The church is located at events throughout the year. 1421 W. Galena Avenue in Freeport. There are parking
Admission is by free will donation. Bring a friend and enjoy some great music.
Tickets are on sale for the BCT “Pot of Gold” Drawing will be on March 14
Tickets are now on sale for Byron Community Revitalization’s (BCR) annual “Pot of Gold” drawdown fundraiser Saturday, March 14 at 6:30 p.m. at PrairieView Golf Pavilion. The event, presented in partnership with OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, once again features a $3,000 Grand Prize. “This has always been a much-anticipated community event,” BCR Board President Jamie Buck said. “It’s also an important fundraiser for BCR’s community-improvement projects. “Proceeds will help fund the BCR “Initiative Scholarship” as well as gifts to Operation Santa, People Helping People and will help fund the Sunshine Park Farmer’s Market as well as facade grants to area businesses.” The event includes a buffet catered by Blackhawk Steak Pit, complementary beer, and live music courtesy of “Sour Grapes.” In the draw down, every ticket will win a prize donated by area businesses;
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every 10th ticket will win $100 cash and the grand prize winner will leave with $3,000. Side raffles will include opportunities to bid on premiere items and there will be side games for gamblers. “Grand prize ticket sales are limited to 300, so, as draw downs go, the odds are pretty good,” said Ed Clift, ticket committee chair. “One $100 ticket admits two to the event with one chance for the grand prize.” In addition to St. Anthony’s as presenting sponsor, other “early-bird” sponsors include: Fifth Alarm Firehouse Pub as t he after-party sponsor, Curves of Byron, Exelon NuclearByron Station, Byron Bank, Sterling Federal Bank, Kelly Johnson-Virtus Capital Partners, Floski Law, LLC, and Joe Burriesci-New Creation Media. BCR volunteer Corey Buck will emcee the event again this year. He will be joined by celebrity black jack dealers including candidates for the Byron Park District Board and the Byron Forest Preserve Board. Tickets can be purchased at Curves of Byron from
one calls, the group will not meet. Healing Hearts will meet on Sunday, March 8, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Church of God, 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd., Oregon. This bereavement group is open to the parents, grandparents, and siblings of a deceased child. The facilitators of the new group are Dana Cox, Cherie Parker, and Joyce Callaway. Participants will learn that they are not alone on their journey of healing, and the
loss need not be recent. Their experience may help another person with his or her grief. They can build new friendships and offer each other hope as hearts begin to heal. If young or adolescent siblings are attending, please call in advance so that age appropriate activities can be planned for them. For more information call 815-732-4111 or email healinghearts@ serenityhospiceandhome. org.
Several Lenten concerts will be held at Reformed Church lot entrances on both W. Galena Avenue and Winter Drive. Scheduled performers for the reminder of the Lenten series are: • March 15—The
Assemblymen Gospel Quartet, • March 22—The Trinity Quartet, • March 29—The Cifonie Quartet.
Duska and Dave Ruter will perform March 8 at a Lenten concert at Community Reformed Church, Freeport. Photo supplied
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Trout fishing season will open April 4 at the Pines The 2015 Illinois spring trout fishing season opens on Saturday, April 4 at 46 ponds, lakes and streams throughout the state including White Pines State Park in Ogle County. In addition to the bodies of water that have been stocked in the past for spring trout fishing, three additional areas will be open to rainbow trout fishing for the spring of 2015, and three additional locations will be available for catch-and-release fly fishing prior to the opening of the spring trout season. The new locations for spring trout fishing are Morgan Lake (Nichols Park) in Jacksonville, Kings Park Pond in Pittsfield, and Willow Lake at Peabody River King State Fish and Wildlife Area in St. Clair Co. The new catch-and-release fly fishing locations for this spring are Morgan Lake, Willow Lake, and Rock Creek in Kankakee River State Park. The new Spring Catchand-Release Fly Fishingonly season will be available at nine sites beginning on March 21. IDNR first offered the catch-and-release fly fishing-only season at a number of trout locations last fall. Fly fishing anglers can use fly fishing gear to catch and release trout beginning March 21 at the nine select sites designated in the list below. No trout may be kept during the fly fishing-only
period, but anglers can keep trout after the opening of the regular season beginning April 4. The Illinois catchable trout program is funded entirely by those who use the program through the sale of Inland Trout Stamps. The IDNR stocks more than 80,000 rainbow trout each year in bodies of water where trout fishing is permitted during the spring season. No trout may be taken from any of the stocked sites from March 15 until the spring trout season opens at 5 a.m. on April 4. Anyone attempting to take (harvest) trout before the legal harvest season opening will be issued citations. All anglers – including those using fly-fishing gear who intend to release fish caught before April 4 – must have a fishing license and an Inland Trout Stamp, unless they are under the age of 16, blind or disabled, or are an Illinois resident on leave from active duty in the Armed Forces. The daily catch limit for each angler is five trout. Not all sites open at 5 a.m. on opening day. Anglers are reminded to check the opening time of their favorite trout fishing location prior to the season. For more information on trout seasons and other Illinois fishing opportunities, check the website at www. ifishillinois.org. Illinois fishing licenses and Inland Trout Stamps
are available at DNR Direct license and permit locations, including many bait shops, sporting goods stores and other retail outlets. Fishing licenses and trout stamps can also be purchased by using a credit card through DNR Direct online via the IDNR website at www.dnr.illinois.gov, or by calling DNR Direct tollfree at 1-888-6PERMIT (1888-673-7648). For more information about all site regulations, anglers should contact individual sites that will be stocked with catchable-size trout. The 46 locations that will be open for spring trout season are listed below: Area 2015 Illinois Spring Trout Locations ** Denotes Sites Open for Catch-and-Release Fly Fishing-Only Early Season Boone County: Mill Race Ponds, Belvidere Bureau County: Hennepin Canal Parkway Jo Daviess County: Apple River, Apple River State Park ** Ogle County: White Pines Forest State Park ** Stephenson County: Waddams Creek, Lake LeAqua-Na State Recreation Area; Yellow Creek in Krape Park, Freeport Whiteside County: Centennial Park Pond, Rock Falls Winnebago County: Four Lakes, Winnebago County Forest Preserve District
Nelson will be guest at Oregon Rotary meeting Craig Nelson, who has served as Farm Manager at Africa Atlantic Franchise Farms Ltd (Ghana) will be the featured speaker at the 2015 Oregon Rotary Rural / Urban Day program on Wednesday, March 18. Prior to Africa Atlantic, Nelson served as a Crop Specialist for GROWMARK member cooperatives in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. In these territories, Nelson managed crop inputs and services for large grain farmers. Working closely with his growers, he put together and executed crop plans for more than 40,000 acres every season. This included seed selection, dry fertilizer application, soil sampling, nitrogen management, chemical application, and all applicable services provided
Craig Nelson will be the featured speaker at the Oregon Rotary Club’s Rural-Urban Day on March 18. Photo supplied
by the cooperative. He also played a large role in his family’s farming operation in Mt. Morris, where they grow corn and
soybeans while raising both feeder cattle and market hogs. In his spare time, Nelson enjoys working with his father, David, on their club calf herd. Nelson is a former 4-H and Oregon High School FFA member and has served on the Ogle County 4-H judging team. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois-Urbana with a degree in Technical Systems Management from the Department of Agricultural Engineering, with a minor in Crops and Soil Management. Reservations should be made with Rotarian Stan Eden, 815-732-7746. Rotarians will also host farmers or agriculture industry persons will be guests.
Cleaning Up Oregon High School student Stefan Majewski earned Silver Service point Feb. 28 by cleaning up tables at the fish fry at St. Mary’s Community Center, Oregon. The well-attended fish fries are held every Friday evening during the Lenten season. Photo by Vinde Wells
Learn about mourning at Polo Senior Center Victorian mourning customs is the topic for a special program at on Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. at the Polo Senior Center. Sharon Atkins, Roscoe will discuss societal customs, dressed from head to toe in her black mourning garb. She will explain how funerals used to be held in private homes and how they transitioned to the funeral
prizes and demonstrations during breaks between sessions The workshop also includes a keynote address titled “Four-Star Plants” by Richard Hawke, Chicago Botanic Garden. Hawke is the plant evaluation manager at the Chicago Botanic Garden, and is responsible for the comparative evaluation of over 1,200 taxa of perennials, vines, shrubs, and small trees, including the oversight of a 16,000 sq. ft. green roof trial. He is the author of Plant
Evaluation Notes, writes for numerous horticulture publications, is a contributing editor for Fine Gardening, and teaches and lectures frequently. Hawke received the Perennial Plant Association’s Academic Award for teaching excellence in 2005. The Garden’s Plant Evaluation Program has been recommending superior garden plants to home gardeners and the green industry since 1989. Hawke will present a variety of four-star plants, including new selections and
years. Participants are encouraged to bring examples of hair art and funeral memorabilia to discuss, as well as clothing and other items that may be related to funerals. The program is free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted. Light refreshments will be served at the end of the program.
Try your luck at penny carnival All families are invited to the Ogle County 4-H Penny Carnival on Saturday, March 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Oregon Coliseum. This annual event is open to the public and features 4-H club-created games that can be played for 25 cents each or 50 games for $10.
Prizes are awarded win or lose. Plus, a free door prize drawing will be conducted and a snack stand will be available. The 2015 game theme is “Shoot for the Stars with 4-H” Two 4-H clubs will be awarded special cash prizes for games that are “Most
Entertaining” and “Most Creative.” For more information about this or any other county 4-H program, call Ogle County Extension at 815-732-2191 or go on-line to www.extension.uiuc.edu/ bdo.
5K run/walk at Kish College Registrations accepted thru day of race
The Rainbow Run: 5K Run/Walk for Equality is currently accepting registrations for the event through the Continuing Education department. The cost is $25 for Kishwaukee College, registrants until March Malta, will be the site of a 5K 15 and $35 after March run/walk on Sunday, April 19. Check in begins at 9 a.m. 15. Registration for new and the run/walk starts at 10 participants will also be accepted on race day. a.m. The proceeds will benefit scholarships at Kishwaukee College. The Rainbow Run 5K old favorites, from over 25 course will be mapped out years of comparative trials. on the Kishwaukee College Sessions will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Extension reserves the right to refuse registrations received at any time if numbers exceed room capacity. For more information about Ready . . . Set . . . Grow… and other Master Gardener programs, call the Ogle County extension office at 815-732-2191. Register online at: https:// web.extension.illinois.edu/ registration, or call Extension office.
Gardening workshops are planned The 2015 Ready… Set… Grow gardening workshop will be Saturday, March 14 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon. Join the Master Gardeners of Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside counties in cooperation with Sauk Valley Community College for this one-day event offering information about various aspects of home gardening. Fifteen different workshops ranging from square foot gardening to creating stepping stones are offered to participants. During three different sessions, participants can choose to attend workshops about many different topics. The fee for this program is $40, and registrations will be accepted until March 10. The symposium includes a choice of 15 different workshops, exhibit hall with unique gardening items for purchase, Master Gardener question and answer help desk, continental breakfast, and buffet lunch. The day will feature door
homes of today. Atkins will also explain all the superstitions and folk tales, tips for genealogists, and social restrictions placed on widows during the years 1840 through 1910. She will discuss society’s elaborate and strict rules regarding how the deceased should be honored at death and how they should be buried and mourned for two
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Mayors send letters to legislators re: nuclear power By Vinde Wells Editor Oregon Mayor Tom Stone was one of six Illinois mayors who sent letters in support of nuclear power to Gov. Bruce Rauner and several U.S. and state legislators last month. Stone said Paul Dempsey, communications manager at Exelon’s Byron Generating Station, contacted him about sending the letter asking legislators when drafting legislation to consider the importance of nuclear plants to the economy in the areas
where they are located. The Byron Generating Station is located on North German Church Road approximately seven miles northeast of Oregon. “The nuclear plant provides jobs and tax revenue for this area,” Stone said. “It is very important to us.” The letter, which went out in early February, was signed by Stone, Dick Kopczick, mayor of Morris; James Homa, mayor of Braceville, Carolyn Peters, mayor of Clinton, John Thodos, mayor of East Moline, and Patti
Smith, mayor of Marseilles. All six communities are located near nuclear generating stations in Exelon’s fleet. Exelon officials said several months ago that it might close three plants — Byron, Clinton and the Quad Cities — in the near future due to rising costs. The letter said studies have shown that closing the three plants would result in $1.8 billion in annual lost economic activity and the lost of 7,800 jobs. “This is a big deal to the communities we were
elected to serve,” the letter read. “Creating the right energy policy is complicated and important work. Part of the upcoming debate in Springfield should focus on what these plants mean to their host communities.” Last year Exelon paid a total of $34 million to 11 taxing bodiesin property taxes for the Byron plant. Government bodies that receive those tax dollars include Ogle County, Rockvale Township, Byron School District, Oregon School District, Oregon Park
District, Rock Valley College, Kishwaukee College, Byron Fire Protection District, Byron Forxest Preserve District, Byron Public Library District, and Byron Museum District. According to a Feb. 26 press release from Exelon, a bipartisan group of legislators, and business, labor and community leaders have announced support for legislation creating a state Low Carbon Portfolio Standard that establishes Illinois as a national leader in efforts to reduce carbon
emissions with minimal consumer impacts. “Introduced in both the Senate as SB 1585 and the House as HB 3293, the legislation would help reduce carbon emissions, increase renewable energy and maintain affordable, reliable electricity for consumers and businesses,” the press release read. “In addition, the measure will ensure continued operations of the state’s nuclear power plants, which are responsible for nearly half of all electricity produced in Illinois.”
Floodplain mapping open houses scheduled for March 26, April 1
Oregon Lions Club members cooked pancakes on an outdoor grill at a breakfast last year’s event. They will serve a pancake breakfast again on Saturday, March 7 at the Rick River Center. Photo supplied
Oregon Lions Club will serve pancakes at RRC on March 7 The Oregon Lions Club will serve a pancake breakfast on Saturday, March 7 from 7 to 11 a.m. at the Rock River Center. The event will kick off preparation for the upcoming What’s Cookin’
event to be held Saturday, May 2 at Barnacopia. Last year’s What’s Cookin’ brought in 26 cooking teams, and more than 350 people attended. A $5 donation will be received at the door for the
Lee County and Ogle County’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps are changing. Proposed revisions to the Lee County and Ogle County Flood Insurance Rate Maps affect 50 map panels and reflect new study information for the Rock River and the Kyte River Watershed. A public open house focusing on the Kyte River Watershed map panel changes is scheduled for Thursday, March 26, from 3- 6 p.m. at the Rochelle City Hall Lower Level Conference Center, 420 N. 6th St., in Rochelle. Communities affected are:
City of Rochelle, Village of Hillcrest, and unincorporated Lee and Ogle Counties. A public open house focusing on the Rock River map panel changes is scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.. at the Lee County Old Courthouse, 3rd Floor Conference Room, 112 East Second St., in Dixon. Communities affected are: cities of Dixon, Oregon and Byron; Village of Nelson; and unincorporated Lee and Ogle Counties. Representatives from the Illinois State Water Survey and the Illinois Department
pancake breakfast. T-shirts, sweatshirts, koozies will be offered for sale, along with a chance to participate in a “Pitch Your Pennies” event and the mega 50/50 drawing at the What’s Cookin’ event.
Church noodle supper March 14 The Chana United Methodist Church will hold its annual Chicken Noodle and Lasagna Supper on Saturday, March 14 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. They will serve homemade noodles with chicken, lasagna, rolls, salads, and
cheesecake. Advance tickets for the supper are $8 for adults and $5 for children ages 6-12. At the door, ticket costs are $8.50 for adults and $5.50 for children ages 6-12. Children ages 5 and younger eat free.
of Natural Resources will be on hand to answer questions and accept comments. Call 217-649-9419 for more information. The Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Insurance Study affecting Lee County are available for review at the Lee County Zoning Office, 112 E. Second St., Dixon. The Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Insurance Study affecting Ogle County are available for review at the Ogle County Planning & Zoning Department, 911 W. Pines Rd., Oregon.
All carryouts are $8.50. The church is handicapped accessible. Carryouts are available by calling 815-7327683. The youth will also be holding a bake sale at the supper with funds going to their Camp Fund.
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Old Timers game in Leaf River Saturday The 41st annual Leaf River High School Old Timers Volleyball and Basketball Games will he held on Saturday, March 7 at the River Valley Complex, Leaf River. The doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and a sandwich
supper will be served from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. A $4 donation will be accepted for the supper and games. The volleyball game will begin at 5 p.m., the program at 6:30 p.m., and the basketball game at 7 p.m.
The Alumni Band will perform. The Class of 1965 will be honored for its 50th year. Members of the honored class will be admitted free. For more information call Ardis Kump at 815-9382195.
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Oregon Woman’s Club antique show March 28-29 Fundraiser has been held for 65 years in Oregon The Oregon Woman’s Club will hold its 65th annual antique show on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Blackhawk Center, 1101 W. Jefferson St., Oregon. Many changes have taken place during the past 60-plus years, developing one of the premier antique shows in northern Illinois, organizers say. This year is no exception, with the addition of new and returning dealers. The Oregon Woman’s Club, a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, sponsors this show as a major fund raising event and uses the proceeds to help fund various community projects and charities.
As in past years, the show will be held at the Blackhawk Center. The facility offers ample parking, handicapped accessibility, and a huge area for 52 Midwest antique dealers to display their merchandise for sale. Quality antiques from the early 1800s through the retro era of the 1950s includes all areas of collecting - furniture, glass, china, pottery, toys, primitives, textiles, jewelry, dolls, silver, decorator items, and more. Items will be available for all collecting tastes and budgets, for both the new and advanced collector. “We like to think of it as ‘comfort food for the eyes’,� said show organizer Ron Bry. Illinois dealers include Christine Boone Antiques, K & B Collectibles, B & L Antiques, Antiquities Etc, Pork & Beans Antiques, Elizabeth’s Antiques, Rae Patrick Ent, Hit Man Antiques, En Vogue, Mary Lou’s Crystal Repair, Grape & Cable Antiques, DJ’s Antiques, Dahlia House, School House Antiques,
Dick Harms Antiques, Treasured Nest, Blue Goose Antiques, Court Antiques, George Loung Antiques, Net-tiques, Now and Then, Connie Page Antiques, Robinson’s Ridge, John Rudie Antiques, JS Antiques, GiGi’s Antiques, Something The Cat Dragged In, Treasured Memories, Aberdeen Antiques, Jim & Ellen Tyne Antiques, Templeton Antiques, Country at Heart Antiques, Treasured Memories, as well as all the others. The food concession will be provided by the Chana United Methodist Ladies. The menu will include homemade chicken and noodles, sloppy Joes and various other sandwiches, chips, beverages, and a selection of desserts. Mary Lou’s Crystal Repair, Joliet, will be on hand both days to repair damaged heirlooms “while you wait.� Munda & Associates, Auctioneers & Appraisers, Freeport, will offer verbal appraisals of small treasures for $5 per item on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
These are just some of the antique items that were available for sale during the Oregon Womans Club Show in 2014. Photo supplied
Supply photos of large items. If a written appraisal is needed, discuss the details with Munda & Associates. The admission fee to the show is $6 per person, which is good for both days. Door prizes will be
awarded throughout the day, both days of the show. For additional information about the show or becoming an exhibitor call 815-732-2219 or 815-6522047.
Oregon Library News “A mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge.� — George R.R. Martin, A Game of Thrones Seed Exchange Party Gardeners who have not used all the seeds from a packet are invited to the library on Saturday, March 7 from 12 to 2 p.m. to exchange them with others who have seeds to trade. Very often, small gardeners do not use all the seeds from a packet. Patrons are invited to bring in extra seeds from 2014 and 2015. A Master Gardener will be on hand to answer questions. Garden crafts for children and adults will be available. and there will be garden crafts for adults and children. Participants are asked to save toilet paper and paper towel cores for the crafts. This program is free. No
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Get Help with Electronic Devices All are invited on Saturday March 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. to get help with tablets, I-pads and smart phones. Bring one or several devices. Staff will be available to help with questions on using them. Registration is not required. 2015 Summer Reading Program Bookmark Contest Entry forms for the 2015 Summer Reading Program Bookmark Contest are available at the library. The 2015 theme is Read to the Rhythm. Students in grades K-12 are eligible and entries will be accepted through March 31. All entries will be displayed at the Library in April and selected bookmarks will be duplicated and used during
Library Book Clubs The Rock River Center Book Club will meet on Wednesday, March 11 at 12:30 p.m. at the Rock River Center to discuss Still Life by Louise Penny. The Afternoon Book Club will meet Wednesday, March 18 at 1 p.m. at the library to discuss Annie Freeman’s Fabulous Traveling Funeral by Kris Radish. Asher, Zeke, Nick, Isabelle and Paisley find out what being inside a dinosaur mouth might feel like during Oregon Public Library Preschool Story Time. Photo supplied
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18 to 24 CLUB (months that is) This new program, designed for children ages 18 to 24 months accompanied by a parent or caregiver, will be 20 to 25 minutes of books, games, music and movement. The dates of the program are Tuesday, March 10, 6 p.m. and Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m. Come to one or come to all. Registration is requested
Tax Forms Available A very limited number of tax forms are available at the library. Only 1040, 1040-A, 1040-EZ, and the Illinois 1040 have been received. The federal forms do not have the accompanying instruction booklets, but Illinois has sent a few instruction books for the IL1040. Online filing is now free and highly encouraged. The Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., 815-732-3252, is hosting AARP tax aides on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through April 8.
Call the center to make an appointment. Rock River Center does not have forms available. New Non-Fiction Releases Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande Backpacking with the Saints by Belden C. Lane The Treehouse Book by Peter and Judy Nelson As You Wish by Gary Elwes Virtually Human by Martine Rothblatt Yes Please by Amy Poehler Killing Patton by Bill O’Reilly 1000 Foods To Eat Before You Die by Mimi Sheration Steampunk Lego by Guy Himber The library is located at 300 Jefferson St. Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information and accessibility accommodations, call 815732-2724.
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Copacabana musical is next week Performances to run March 13-15 at high school
Stillman Bank’s Pat Donahue presents a certificate and gift card to Hailey Long, who was recently named Oregon High School Senior of Distinction. Photo supplied
Hailey Long OHS Senior of Distinction for Feb. Hailey Long was named Oregon High School’s February Senior of Distinction. She was nominated by OHS mathematics teacher Mark Gale. “Hailey is a hard worker with a sunshine smile. She is polite and respectful to her peers and teachers. Hailey takes upper level classes and is involved in multiple sports. “Hailey is a great role model for Oregon High
School, and will definitely be a productive citizen,” Gale said. Senior of Distinction is a monthly award given to seniors at OHS who display qualities and talents admirable for every student. They must get good grades and be involved in both the school and community. Teachers send in nominations, and the entire teaching staff votes on the winner.
Oregon High School students will present “Copacabana” on Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14 at 7 p.m. and a matinee on Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. Doors open one half hour prior to the performance. “Copacabana” is a musical comedy based on the Barry Manilow song of the same name. A young songwriter, Stephen, dreams up a story set in the late 1940s about a songwriter named Tony Forte who falls in love with a naïve young show girl, Lola La Mar. Lola lands a job at the prestigious Copacabana night club. She is then kidnapped by an evil rival club owner, Rico Castelli, and whisked away to Havana, Cuba.
Oregon High School students will present “Copacabana” on Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14 at 7 p.m. and a matinee on Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. Photo supplied
Can Tony and club owner Sam Silver rescue Lola, or will Lola lose her love at the Tropicana? The show features Will Coots as Tony Forte and Kelsey Handschuh as Lola La Mar. They are supported by Connor Hopkins as Sam
Silver, Alyssa Theisen as Gladys Murphy, Noah Russel as Rico Castelli, and Carly Stephens as Conchita Alvarez. The show is directed by Cole Davidson, vocals by Katie Sheridan, and Andy Eckardt directing the pit orchestra.
Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Tickets can be purchased at the door prior to performances after the doors open. All tickets are for general admission seating.
Methodist church to offer gospel concert March 22 Musician Phillip Kaufmann will present “Cotton Patch Gospel,” at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 22 at the Oregon United Methodist Church, 200 S. Fourth St. The one-man musical is a retelling of the story of Jesus in contemporary rural Georgia. Music and lyrics for the show were written by Harry Chapin just before his death in 1981. Suggested admission is $10. All proceeds from the show will go toward fighting hunger through Life Line in Oregon, Loaves & Fish in Mt. Morris, the Mennonite Central Committee and Why
Hunger food programs. Harry Chapin founded Why Hunger in 1975 and was widely recognized for his activism in fighting world hunger. Kaufman has performed Cotton Patch Gospel since 2011 to raise funds and awareness for world hunger, sponsored by his home church, Willow Springs Mennonite Church in Tiskilwa. To date, he has raised more than $120,000 for hunger projects.
Fish Fry Fun St. Mary’s Community Center will be busy for the next few Fridays hosting its annual fish fry. Above, Mike Whalen adds a few last chips to a pan ready for customers Feb. 28. At left, two and a half-year-old Shannon Pals, German Valley, dives into a dish of ice cream for dessert. Photos by Vinde Wells
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Today, half of Illinois’ power comes from nuclear energy plants operating in our state. Let’s make sure these plants keep operating in the future. Some of our state’s reliable, state-of-the-art nuclear plants are at risk of closing for economic reasons. According to a State of Illinois report*, here’s what that would cost Illinois families, businesses, and communities: $1.8 billion in annual economic activity Nearly 8,000 jobs Up to $437 million in increased wholesale electricity costs in northern Illinois in the first year Up to $18 billion in economic damages through increased carbon emissions.
However, legislation now being considered by the General Assembly in Springfield could help preserve these facilities. This legislation would establish the Low Carbon Portfolio Standard, requiring that a portion of our energy come from sources that emit zero or low amounts of carbon, including nuclear energy. Include Zero Carbon, Reliable Nuclear Energy In Illinois’ Energy Future. Join our campaign: NuclearPowersIllinois.com
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Hawks end season with regional loss to Byron By Andy Colbert Reporter The season came to an end for a shorthanded Oregon boys basketball team at the Winnebago 2A regional in a 57-36 loss to Byron on Feb. 25 The Hawks fell behind 15-2 after one quarter and never recovered. The Tiger lead ballooned to 30-10 at halftime, as the Hawks struggled to handle the ball with starting point guard Jarrett Reynolds out of the line-up due to illness. Mitchell Nehrkorn, the other primary ball handler as a guard, also sat out the contest because of injury, as Oregon had 15 turnovers in the first half alone. Clayton Hoover had a 3-pointer for Byron to start the game, but Matt Wasilewski responded with a basket to make it 3-2. Then the turnovers began and Byron capitalized, whether it was off steals, bad passes or 10-second violations. In the second quarter, Dillon VanLankvelt took control on offense for Byron,
scoring 11 points. An oldfashioned 3-pointer was set up by an impressive block of a Trevor Otten shot by Austin Coltrain to make it 23-6. Hoover, who joined VanLankvelt in double figures, nailed another 3-pointer to make it 30-6 as the Hawks continued to struggle. With a minute left in the half, Otten finally broke the scoring drought with a basket and Zach Stromberg came in off the bench to add another score. In the third quarter, the Hawks fared a better, only being outscored 16-12. With five minutes left in the game, an Otten 3-pointer cut the lead to 51-32, but Oregon would not come any closer. Otten, who was shut out for most of the first half, managed 12 points and was backed up by eight from Wasilewski, five from Trey Wilson, four each from Stromberg and Carson Buck and three by leading rebounder (six) Jerrick Orsted. In Friday regional final, Winnebago defeated Byron for the fourth time this season, 56-43.
Considering how ubercompetitive the BNC was this year, Oregon finished the year with a respectable 10-19 record. On a side note, newcomer Dixon (27-1), decisively beat Rockford Lutheran for conference title on Feb. 27 in front of a standing-room only crowd at Lancaster Gym in Dixon. When the BNC goes to an 11-school conference in the future, one advantage for Oregon will be not having to play every team twice, like they have been. Eleven of the team’s losses were to Byron, Mendota, Dixon, ‘Bago and Lutheran. The new arrangement will have each team play each other only once, allowing Oregon more flexibility in non-conference scheduling. Next year, Oregon returns top player Otten, along with starters Reynolds, Nehrkorn, Buck and Orsted. Sophomore Andrew Newman also saw valuable playing time towards the end of the season. Another sophomore, Kole Mowry, was on the varsity for part of the year.
Trevor Otten, left, and Mat Wasilewski, right, take to the air to try and block a pass by Byron’s Dillon VanLankvelt during the Class 2A Winnebago Regional game against Byron on Feb. 25. Photo by Randy Stukenberg
In the 3-point competition prior to the regional championship game, Jerrick Orsted and Trevor Otten advanced to the sectional
round. Orsted had 11 3-pointers out of 15 attempted for the highest mark among the 20 competitors from five schools. Otten had nine
makes. Carson Buck just missed the cut line with eight 3-pointers and Zach Stromberg also competed.
Emy Wright named to all-conference team One Oregon senior has been selected to the 2014-2015 Big Northern Conference Girls Basketball All-Conference Team. Emy Wright, a guard, was named to the first team of the BNC’s West Division. Byron had three athletes named to the team—seniors Ellie Lehne and Nicole
Silvers and sophomore Lexi DeVries. Stillman Valley’s senior guard, Sydney Shelburne, also earned the designation. BNC All-Conference West Division First Team Ellie Lehne*, Byron: Sydney Shelburne*,
Stillman Valley; Baillie McGirk, Rockford Lutheran; Ally Bromenschenkel, Mendota; Emy Wright, Oregon; Abby Woollacott, Rockford Lutheran; Kailyn Strawbridge, Rockford Lutheran; Amy Devitt, Mendota; Nicole Silvers, Byron; and Lexi DeVries, Byron.
Honorable Mention Abby Bromenschenkel, Mendota; Abby Timm , Stillman Valley; Shannell Boettcher, Stillman Valley; Jessica Hellyer, Stillman Valley; Dallas Clevenger, Rock Falls; and Gracie Caltagerone, Winnebago. *Denotes Unanimous
Five wrestlers get all-conference status Five Oregon High School wrestlers have been named to the 2015 Big Northern Conference West Divisions All-Conference team. Matthew Crandall and Dominic Marchetti were Oregon’s Trevor Otten fights his way through Byron unanimous selections to the defenders Griffin Thatcher, left, and Austin Coltrain, team. Crandall, a junior, finished right, on Feb. 25. Photo by Randy Stukenberg
fourth in the state in the 285-weight division for 1A schools and ended the season with a 35-10 record. Marchetti, a senior, was a state qualifier at 145 pounds, and finished the season with a 33-11 record. Juniors John Ghibellini, 182 pounds and Matthew
Stevens, 195 pounds, along with senior David Labash, 220 pounds, were all elected to the all conference team. Byron had eight wrestlers named to the team. They were: Brady Wilsie, 113 pounds; Nolan Baker, 26 pounds; Josh Larson, 38 pounds; Brandon Elsbury,
160 pounds; Jacob Elsbury, 170 pounds; Danny Falconer, 182 pounds; and Justin Martinez, 145 pounds. Stillman Valley had four wrestlers named to the team: Jared VanFleet, 113 pounds; Blake Kittleson, 120 pounds; Sam Durfey, 145 pounds; and Kenny Abitua, 152 pounds.
Cardinals beat Polo Marcos 56-46 to win regional By Cody Cutter SaukValley Media While digging through his clothes recently, Forreston’s Markus Edler found a red shirt that he got this past summer. The shirt depicted a white basketball net throughout the front of it, looking as if it were cut down from the rim. It served as a reminder for the Forreston senior that the goal at the Class 1A regional championship game against Polo was to get the net cut down. Edler did not disappoint in that goal when he came off of the bench Feb. 27, making several big shots that helped the Cardinals knock off their Ill. 26 rivals for the fourth time this season in a 56-46 win over Polo in Erie. While posing for pictures with the regional championship plaque in hand, Edler was wearing the appropriate shirt despite watching as the real net was cut down by the Cardinal coaches. He nailed five 3-pointers and finished with a teamhigh 19 points. Two of his arches came as the Cardinals (20-5) broke free from a tight game in the second quarter. “It’s a great honor,” Edler said. “I’m glad our team got this far. It’s a great experience, and I’m so glad that we won.”
“He really hasn’t played that much coming in,” senior teammate Wyatt Kerchner said of Edler. “He’s always been a role player coming off the bench, and that’s what he’s doing now. This is his time to step up. He shoots 3s, and he knocks them down. It’s fun for everyone else just to watch him, have fun, and have him go off the way he did.” Many times in high school sports, beating the same team more than twice is a difficult feat to accomplish. Aside from the NUIC East Division series, the two teams met at the Forreston Holiday Tournament in December.
Come postseason, both teams knew one another to the point where changes were extremely minor. Emphasis was geared toward stopping Polo juniors Brad Cavanaugh and Wyatt Patterson. “We really got to focus on ourselves, mainly during practice,” Forreston senior Robert DeVries said. “We know what they are going to do, they were going to give Patterson the ball and get Cavanaugh in the lane. We got to take pride in our defense, and I feel that our defense is the best around.” The Cardinals led 14-10 after one quarter, and held the
Marcos (22-10) to four points and no field goals in the second quarter to help break the game open in their favor. Offensively, the Cardinals fooled the Marcos at times with fast passes to wide-open players in short range of the basket. Polo never trailed by less than seven points the rest of the night. DeVries had 15 points, five rebounds and four assists for the Cardinals, while Kirchner was also in double-figures with 13 points. Cavanaugh scored 17 for the Marcos, with Max Simmons adding 10. “The kids work so hard. It’s
a special group, and they put the time in,” Forreston coach Travis Ross said. “They deserve this. We moved the ball real well, and found some success with Markus. He shots thousands of shots all year, and he deserved to hit big shots in a big game like this.” The Marcos boys basketball team has been fortunate enough to win more than two-thirds of its games this season. But of their nine regularseason losses, three of them have come at the hands of Forreston. Come postseason, both teams knew one another to
At left, Polo’s Brad Cavanaugh and Forreston’s Wyatt Kerchner go after a loose ball at the Erie Regional on Feb. 27. At right, Forreston’s Markus Edler and Polo’s Richie Bartnick battle for a rebound. Photos by Earleen Hinton
the point where changes were extremely minor. The Marcos (22-10) were searching for its first regional championship since 2009. “When you’ve seen a team four times, you’re not going to hide anything from them,” Polo coach Matt Messer said. “We just came out with attacking them with what we do best, and they were going to attack us with what they do best. Tonight, their best happened to be a little bit better.” “We were probably a little nervous coming in,” Cavanaugh said. “We were too anxious. We needed to slow down a little bit, but not too much. In the second half, we really adjusted well. Some shots didn’t fall, but that’s just the game.” The win was the Cardinals’ first regional championship since 2012. Forreston will take on East Dubuque (29-3) in the Eastland Sectional on March 4 at 7 p.m. “It’s a great feeling,” Kerchner said of winning a regional. “We’ve been told we’re a special group since we were young, and this has always been our dream to always get to this point. We disappointed some people last year, and we disappointed ourselves. But it was great for us to be able to come out this year and do what we’ve been able to accomplish.”
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David L. Rahn eighth graders finish third at Feb. 21 Invite
The eighth grade team from David L. Rahn Junior High posed for a photo following the DLR Invitational on Feb. 21. Pictured in the front row, left to right, are: Hannah Donaldson, Katelin Pudlas and McKenna Sadler. Standing are: Abigail Hopkins, Isabelle Bergstrom, Alisha Gilmour, Olivia Mongan, Mallory Bergstrom, Jasmine Herbst, and MyKenzie Beitel. Photo supplied
The girls’ basketball teams of David L. Rahn Junior High hosted the DLR Invite at the Blackhawk Center in Oregon on Feb. 21. Participating teams included: Byron, Dixon Reagan, Eastland, Forreston, Fulton, Genoa-Kingston, Harvard, and DLR. The eighth grade’s first round opponent was Harvard. The Eagles took control of the game early by scoring 22 first half points to Harvard’s 13. The game looked to be over when Harvard’s aggressiveness finally paid off for them when they scored 13 fourth quarter points. The Eagles were able to
hang on for the 31-26 victory. McKenna Sadler and Alisha Gilmour led a balanced DLR scoring attack with seven points each. Abigail Hopkins chipped in six. Hannah Donaldson and Olivia Mongan each had three while MyKenzie Beitel and Katelin Pudlas had two. Mallory Bergstrom added a few throw. The Eagles faced Dixon Reagan in round two. A faltering Eagle offense and a forceful Dixon defense had DLR playing catch up all game. In the end, Reagan was too much for the Eagles as they dropped the game to
the eventual tournament champions, 49-22. Hopkins led the team with eight points and Donaldson had five. Sadler added four. Jasmine Herbst and M. Bergstrom had three and two points respectively. In the third place game, the Eagles drew Fulton. DLR stepped up their defensive pressure and was able to feed the posts to amass a 17-5 lead at the break. The Eagles stayed aggressive in the second half to earn the third place trophy with a 36-21 win. Mongan led all scorers with 16 points. Pudlas added eight. Hopkins and Sadler each contributed six points.
Eighth grade Eagles beat Ashton-Franklin Center, fall to Byron The eighth grade girls basketball team from David L Rahn Junior High was in action last week with games at Ashton-Franklin Center and Byron. On Feb. 23, the Eagles were on the road to Franklin Center to take on the Raiders. The Eagles started strongly by scoring ten first quarter points. The Raiders came back in the second quarter to hold a 12-16 lead at the break. In the third quarter, Abigail
Hopkins and McKenna Sadler applied a tenacious full court press to outscore A-FC, 16-2. In the end, the Eagles were victorious, 35-27. Sadler led a balanced scoring effort with 10 followed by Hopkins with nine. Olivia Mongan chipped in seven. Hannah Donaldson, McKenzie Beitel, Kaitlin Pudlas and Jasmine Herbst each added a bucket and Mallory Bergstrom made a free throw.
The next night, the Eagles were guests of the Byron Tigers. The Eagles were in the game in the first quarter, only trailing 10-6. After that, things deteriorated from there. Sadler, the team’s point guard, went down with an ankle injury and center Mongan picked up her third foul. DLR couldn’t find the basket and couldn’t get a break with the officials. Byron took advantage
of the Eagles’ miscues by building a 22-6 halftime lead. Things didn’t improve much in the second half as the Eagles fell to Byron, 44-15. Mongan had four points and Herbst added three. Sadler, Donaldson, Beitel and Alisha Gilmour each had two. On Saturday, Feb. 28, the Eagles hosted the Reserve Shoot-Out at the Blackhawk Center in Oregon. Dixon Reagan, GenoaKingston and DLR were the
participating teams. In game one, the Eagles faced Genoa-Kingston. The Eagles had a great start, building a 14-6 lead after two quarters. DLR’s offense faltered in the second half and that allowed G-K to come from behind to win by three, 19-16. M. Bergstrom led DLR with six points and Gilmour had four. Donaldson added three; Hopkins had a basket and Pudlas a free throw.
In the second game, the Eagles took on Dixon Reagan. The Eagles had a very slow start, allowing Dixon to build a 13-6 lead. DLR battled back in the second half but fell just short as they dropped the game, 24-20. Pudlas led the Eagles with seven points and Donaldson had four. Beitel, Hopkins, Gilmour and Breanna DeHaan all added a basket and M. Bergstrom had a free throw.
The current fleet is being cleaned and repaired. We’re cleaning up and repairing our current fleet The board is carefully weighing the various options for the most cost effective plan for future upgrades. R.E. Wolber and Sons have purchased a new blacktop spreader. More cart path improvements will be made as funds become available. Additional future projects include insulating the west clubhouse wall, repairs to the outdoor gas grill. Stu Toney is working on completing these repairs to be ready for opening day. New tee markers are needed. This year, blue, white, and yellow markers will be used. Yellow markers will be used in place of red markers to indicate ladies and senior tee designation.
Donations can be made to a specific item, or directly to the wish list needs. Members are invited to make suggestions for the wish list. I’d like to note and acknowledge Andy Gramer’s new promotion at Byron’s Prairie View Golf Club. Andy was the former head of Silver Ridge and whenever playdays conflicted and Sunset was full or vise-versa, we always worked in tandem with Andy and Silver Ridge. Good luck Andy with your new position. Watch for more updates next month. Sunset Hill website: www. sunsetgolfmm.com. E-Mail: golf@sunsetgolfmm.com Donations made payable to Sunset can be mailed to Sunset, P.O. Box 39, Mt. Morris, IL 61054.
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within the next few weeks. Choose a date and line up a foursome. Memberships continue to arrive daily. Thank you to all members that have taken advantage of the Early Bird Promotion.
By Bill Coffman Sunset Golf Club Weather permitting, Opening Day at Sunset is scheduled for Thursday, March 19. Hopefully Ma Nature will cut us a break from last year’s late spring arrival. Knock on wood. Hello everyone. We’re back from taking a winter break to bring you the latest news, notes and updates. In preparation for the upcoming season we’ve been updating our 2015 memberships and booking some excellent playdays. Playday dates on the Facebook and Web pages
News and Notes Board members for the 2015 season are Al Ulferts, president; Bill Coffman, vice president; Mike Anderson, treasurer; Corey Buck, secretary; John Finfrock, Joe Kerwin, and Steve James. Committee positions are: Bill Coffman and Steve James, greens; John Finfrock and Joe Kerwin, clubhouse; Al Ulferts and Corey Buck, competition; Mike Anderson, finance; Jeanette and Cary Bennett, clubhouse managers; and John Albaugh, head greenskeeper.
Thursday, March 19 Opening Day If the flags are in, sunset is open for business. Saturday, April 11 – 9 a.m. start. The Fourth Annual Sunset clean-up day plus meet and greet open house. The annual clean-up day has become a great day to come out and meet old members and welcome new members and guests. Volunteers do various clean-up projects including tree trimming, golf cart shed cleaning, clearing rubbish, etc. Come for a short time, or all day. Any help is appreciated. Anyone thinking about becoming a member is invited to come and meet the staff. In addition to the cleanup day activities, Sunset
will have its open house/ fund raiser. All members and guests are welcome. Finger food and beverages will be available, with plenty of time for socializing and card games. A raffle may also be in place by that time. A Sunset Capital Funds Program has been established to be used for various course improvements. Donations will be used for projects including repair or replacing clubhouse appliances. Thanks to a donation from an anonymous member funds are available for a new stove. An additional microwave has been donated. Funds are also available to purchase another freezer. Funds are needed to begin replacing older gas golf carts.
Sports Column Anything is possible during playoffs By Andy Colbert Reporter One problem with a weekly newspaper is that some events occur before the paper comes out. That’s why it is difficult to write about Forreston’s basketball team and this week’s sectional. By the time you read this, the Cardinals may have already played East Dubuque and what is presented will be old news. But, we’ll give it a shot anyway. Midway through the football season, I felt
confident about the team’s ability to win a state title. Don’t get your bags packed yet for Peoria, site of the 1A basketball state finals, but anything is possible. Forreston might be playing better than anyone in the sectional. Certainly, they are the most formidable foe when it comes to athleticism. Another thing I like about the Cardinals is their confidence level. Come post season, many a talented team gets a case of the jitters. Not these guys. They believe they will beat anyone. East Dubuque has a better record and higher state ranking, but if Forreston plays the way they have been, they will win the game. If that comes to pass, they will also be the favorite against either Aquin or Williamsfield, even
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though Aquin has two wins over the Cardinals. Nobody is a peaking like Forreston and people tend to forget this team beat a very good 2A team in Winnebago, who may end up winning its sectional. Williamsfield is an interesting story in that it is the last year for basketball at the school of 95 students. It will co-op up with ROWVA next season. The coach, Bob Anderson, has over 600 wins in 36 seasons at Williamsfield. With a trio of NUIC teams at the sectional, and all within close proximity to sectional site Lanark, Williamsfield (located between Galesburg and Peoria) seems like an oddball. It was a good showing all around in the regionals for
the NUIC, with AFC also claiming a its first title ever as a combined district and South Beloit only losing by three points to Christian Life. That loss was the only one in 1A regional play by a NUIC school against nonNUIC opponents. So far, the league is 7-1 in 1A post season, with AFC, Aquin and Forreston looking to make it 10-1. Had not Polo been slotted against Forreston, they too would have won either of those other regionals. After compiling three straight 20win seasons, the Marcos have run into roadblacks at the regional – Eastland (305) in 2013 and Aquin (24-6) in 2014 and now Forreston. Having followed the team the last three years,
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what stands out to me is the abandonment that these kids play with. They’re all over the court, giving all they have. Polo hasn’t had the talent level of the above-mentioned opponents, but gets the most out of the talent that they have. Another thing that stands out about Polo is how coach Matt Messer makes the game fun. For a school of its size, the varsity participation level is commendable. And, he works kids in and out of the line-up as much as possible instead of letting the same guys get all the minutes, that also being a byproduct of having a bunch a players with similar abilities. Did you notice that Carrollton, the team Forreston beat in the football
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finals, also won their regional? The same three main cogs on the gridiron, Cody Leonard, Jacob Smith and Luke Palan, also lead the way in basketball for them.
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Man is charged with sexual abuse of child A Davis Junction man was charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse last week for an incident that reportedly occurred in rural Davis Junction. Michael K. Koch, 51, was taken into custody on Feb. 26 by Ogle County Sheriff’s Police. Police said the arrest stems from a report they received Feb. 11 that Koch had inappropriate sexual contact with a child younger than 13 years old. Koch was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of $100,000 bond.
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He posted bond on March 2 and is scheduled to appear in court March 18 for a preliminary hearing.
Freeport woman is ticketed after crash
March Planning, Zoning meetings are canceled Due to lack of business, the regular monthly meeting of the Ogle County Regional Planning Commission scheduled for Thursday, March 19 has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 23 at 6 p.m. at the Ogle County Courthouse, 105 S. Fifth St., Oregon. The meeting will be in the first
floor conference Room #100. Due to lack of business, the regular monthly meeting of the Ogle County Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for Thursday, March 26 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, at 6 p.m. at the Ogle County Courthouse, in board room #317.
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Two Oregon businesses will participate in the second annual Vintage Shop Hop on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7. Oregon Retail & Recreation and its individual members have signed up to participate in the twoday event along with other small businesses in northern
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The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department (OCSWD) held its monthly electronic recycling event on Feb. 27. Fourty-seven Ogle County residents dropped off 25 televisions and four computer monitors along with other assorted electronic items. The event was held at OCSWD’s headquarters at 909 Pines Rd., Oregon. The next electronic recycling event is Friday, March 27. Items accepted include adding machines, answering machines, cameras, camcorders, CD’s/ DVD’s, CD players, CD Rom drives, calculators, cellphones, and computer cables. Additional items include desktop computers, laptops, monitors, copy machines, credit card machines, disk players, DVD players, electric typewriters, electronic mice, fax machines, floppy disk drives, ink cartridges, and
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The Rock River Center is planning a trip to the Circa ’21 Broadway Dinner Playhouse on Wednesday, April 15. The all new show is “The Last Potluck Supper” by The Church Basement Ladies. It is 1979, the day of the church’s Centennial Celebration, and past parishioners have gathered to share hot dish, bars, and stories from the last 100 years. As the women work in the kitchen, these shared memories burst into life through a series of flashbacks. Travel back to 1897, and meet Vivian’s grandmother, one of the founding members of the church.
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Brubaker and a third passenger in Fortner’s car, Megan Ross, 23, Leaf River, were not injured.
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In the intersection, her car struck a sports utility vehicle driven by Lisa Brubaker, 50, Oregon, which was southbound on Mt. Morris Road. Traffic at the intersection is controlled by stop signs on Townline Road. Vehicles on Mt. Morris Road are not required to stop. Fortner and two passengers in her car, Jacqueline Alexander, 34, and Kaleya Fortner, 4, were transported to Freeport Memorial Hospital by Leaf River and Forreston ambulances.
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Franklin Creek natural grows by 40 more acres By Christi Warren Sauk Valley Media
The Franklin Creek State Natural Area is now 40 acres bigger, thanks to the efforts of a local volunteer group. The new parcel is home to some of the oldest sandstone outcroppings in the state, said John Nicholson, vice chairman of Franklin Creek Preservation Area Committee. Two in particular, he said, are rather iconic: Steamboat Rock and Lovers’ Leap, a 50-foot-high bluff.
“It’s just a beautiful area,” Nicholson said. “You can’t hardly imagine how pretty it is.” The committee has been working for years to better the natural area, which is 1 mile northwest of Franklin Grove and 8 miles east of Dixon. It started in 1981 when a group of people got together to help develop the area for the state, building miles of trails, roads, restrooms, picnic tables and shelters. They also rebuilt a centuriesold grist mill along the creek.
The Franklin Creek State Natural Area is at 1872 Twist Road in Franklin Grove. Call 815456-2878 or go to franklincreekgristmill.com to learn more about the park, and opportunities to volunteer with the Franklin Creek Preservation Area Committee, or to donate to its efforts. A few years ago, the group got into the business of buying land near the 882acre natural area when that tract came up for sale, with the intention of eventually selling it to the state. The group acquired the 40-acre tract a few years ago
with the help of a grant from the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation, said Donna Ducharme, committee chairwoman. “The idea always was to be able to buy then sell it to the state to add to the Franklin Creek State Natural Area,”
Ducharme said. “Part of our mission has always been to develop the natural area and add land to it. So, when high-quality land adjacent to the natural area comes up for sale, we try to purchase it so that when the state has the money, the land is available.” The state paid $264,000 for the acreage, and that money that will go toward other land purchases, restoration efforts, and stewardship activity, Ducharme said. In December, the group closed on an additional 22 acres it hopes to sell to the
state eventually. According to the Department of Natural Resources website, the Franklin Creek Preservation Area Committee was the first volunteer organization in the state to “improve state-owned land for park purposes through volunteer efforts.” Ducharme said the state is going to seek “nature preserve” status for the 40acre parcel, which is the highest form of protection. “It’s going to be protected forever,” she said.
Aurora, Colo. Nancy was the owner of Home Again Farm Antiques and Collectibles, Longmont, and the co-owner of The Country Crow, Hygiene, Colo. Survivors include her husband, Bryan Peltz, Longmont, Colo.; her daughters, Kathy (Burton) Stoner, Longmont, Colo., and Kim Hammer, Rock Falls; mother, Gladys Typer, Polo; sisters, Dori (John) Jury, Stevens Point, Wis., and
Barb (Tim) Ruter, Shannon; brothers, Jim Typer, Buena Vista, Colo., and Don Typer, Sullivan; grandchildren, Morgan, Ethan, Sadie, and Ily; and nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held on Feb. 25 in Longmont. A memorial service will also be held in Polo on Saturday, April 4. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimers Association, 455 Sherman St., Suite 500, Denver, CO 80203.
Obituaries Duane A. Garkey Duane A. Garkey, 85, Polo, died peacefully on Friday, Feb. 27, 2015 at Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, surrounded by his family. Duane was born in Mt. Morris Township on March 21, 1929 and married Carol Jean Kloepping at Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris, on Nov. 1, 1953. Duane was a long-time farmer, a pressman at Kable Printing (Quebecor), sold Renk Seed Corn, and mowed the Fairmount Cemetery for many years after he retired. He served in the Korean War from 1951-53 on Chejudo Island as a radio operator. The American flag proudly flies in Gark Park. In his free time, Duane loved playing dominoes and cards with family and friends. Duane and Carol were also part of a 500 card club and hosted many parties at the farm. They enjoyed taking Tri State bus trips across the country and visited Hawaii in January 1995. Duane also enjoyed cruises to the Caribbean with his son and daughter-in-law. Duane’s 1929 Model A Ford Truck was his most
Angela K. Haak Angela K. Haak, 53, Dixon, died on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2015 at KSB Hospital, Dixon. Angela was born Apr. 8, 1961 in Sterling, the daughter of Malcolm Durham and Karolynn (Wright) Mager. Angela married Keith Haak on April 30, 1982 at East Jordan Church, Sterling, and he preceded her in death.
Helen V. Naden Helen V. Naden, 98, Polo, died on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015 at Polo Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Helen was born on April 6, 1916 in Polo, the daughter of George and Marjorie (Shank) Powell. She married Russell Naden in Yorkville, where she owned a small business and in her later years became a homemaker. Helen enjoyed playing the organ and giving lessons. She enjoyed spending the
cherished possession. He frequently entered car shows and won dozens of trophies. He also enjoyed driving it in parades with Carol sitting next to him, and his grandkids sitting in the back throwing out (but mostly eating) candy. Some of Duane’s favorite things: watching Lawrence Welk, taking Sunday drives after church while forcing the kids to listen to polka music, helping Carol with the Lunch Box at farm sales, and hauling grandkids around in the cart pulled by the lawn mower. Duane was steadfast in his faith and a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Polo. He was loving, caring, Angela was a homemaker. She enjoyed camping, racing, and spending time with her dog, Kasy. Angela is survived by her two sons, Kyle (Brecken) Haak, Cherry Valley, and Kristopher (Mary) Haak, Byron; three brothers, Michael (Tracey) Durham, Sterling, Charles (Cindy) Durham, Jackson, Mich., and Daryl (Shannen) Mager, Rock Falls; three
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Keith Haak. No services will be held. A private memorial will be scheduled at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded.
summers with her husband at their cabin in Boulder Junction, Wis. Helen was a talented seamstress, and collecting antiques, painting, quilting, and her love for animals all were great passions in her life. Survivors include nephews, Robert “Pat” Powell and Marco “Mike” Powell; and many greatnieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell; sister, Reta Riggs; brother,
Clifford “Pete” Powell; nephews, Clifford Powell Jr. and David “Digger” Powell; and niece, Lamar Leggett . Visitation was scheduled for Wednesday, March 4 from 10 to 11 a.m., just prior to the service at Polo Family Funeral Home, 110 E. Dixon St., Polo. An 11 a.m. graveside service was scheduled to follow at Fairmount Cemetery, Polo. Visit www. polofamilyfuneralhome.com to send condolences.
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genuine, honest, funny, and will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carol; daughters, Cindy (Mike) Sullivan, Polo, Jan, Madison, Wis.; sons David (Lori), Winnebago, Rod (Deb Bryan), Polo; special family member, Bob Venier, Dixon; seven grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; and sister, Cheryl Garkey, Polo. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Esther (Sudenga) Garkey; daughter, Susan; and grandson, Damon. Special thanks to Pastor Terry Wilder, Dr. Joseph Welty, and the Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home staff who lovingly cared for Duane as well as the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church or Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home. Visitation was held on Tuesday, March 3 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at St. Marks Lutheran Church, 201 N. Division Ave., Polo, with services following at 11 a.m. Burial took place at Fairmount Cemetery, Polo. Arrangements were completed by Polo Family Funeral Home.
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Nancy L. Peltz, 68, Longmont, Colo., died on Friday, Feb. 20, 2015. Nancy was born on Sept. 25, 1946 in Dixon to William and Gladys (Wechsler) Typer. She graduated from Polo Community High School in the Class of 1964. Nancy worked at J.C. Penney in Sterling, Ill., and Aurora, Colo. She was also an executive secretary at Mile High Equipment Company,
Oren E. Stengel Oren Eugene Stengel, 90, Mt. Morris, died on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015 at Pinecrest Manor, Mt. Morris. He was born June 6, 1924, at FHN (then, Freeport Memorial Hospital), Freeport, the third child and only son of Edward and Edna (Paul) Stengel. He was a lifelong resident of Mt. Morris Township, attended Coon Creek (country) School northwest of town and graduated from Mt. Morris High School in 1942. Farming was his life for many years. He grew up on the family farm northwest of Mt. Morris, worked and lived there with his family until 1970, when they moved into town. He joined Future Farmers of America in high school, earned a state farmer award, and served as president his senior year. After high school, Oren was active in Rural Youth, and upon his death was a 50-plus year member of the Ogle County Farm Bureau. He married Mary Louise Bradford in Monmouth on Sept. 13, 1952. They were married almost 55 years,
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mt. Morris, or the Good Samaritan Fund of Pinecrest Community.
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until her death in 2007. Oren worked for the U.S. Postal Service in Mt. Morris from 1968 until retirement in 1995, with jobs ranging from clerk to letter carrier to custodian. For many years he was the “part-time flexi” letter carrier, which required him to memorize all of the town routes and where everyone in town lived, in order to substitute on any of the routes. Although challenging, he enjoyed being outdoors, greeting people throughout Mt. Morris, and is still remembered fondly by many as “my mailman.” He was a lifetime member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris, and served on the
congregational council and in the men’s club. He was shy, a better “giver” than “receiver,” and had a streak of German stubbornness softened by a quick wit. He will be remembered for his kindness and humor. He is survived by two daughters, Sally (Jeff) Carlson, Spencer, Ind., and Sandra Stengel, Mt. Morris; and a sister-in-law, Virginia Bradford, Urbana. He took delight in his only grandson, Elijah Carlson, and many nieces, nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews, as well as cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers-in-law and sister-inlaw; and three sisters, Grace Young, Alma Derby and Lola Freimuth. Visitation was held on Sunday, March 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Finch Funeral Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt. Morris. A private burial was held at West Grove Cemetery outside Forreston.
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State’s Attorney Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric Morrow reported the following court activity. Feb. 23 Leann Osterdock, 43, Tampico, pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance. Ogle County Circuit Court Judge John B. Roe sentenced
her to 24 months probation. She must submit to DNA testing, random drug testing, and breathalyzer testing. She must cooperate and complete psychological or substance abuse assessment. She must pay a $600 probation fee, $500 drug assessment, $100 lab analysis, $100 to Crimestoppers, and $100 to the Violent Crime Victim Assistance (VCVA) Fund. Tyler VanKirk, 25, Dixon, pleaded guilty to unlawful commercial use of game.
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Ogle County Circuit Court Judge John B. Roe sentenced him to 24 months probation. He must submit to DNA testing, random drug testing, and breathalyzer testing. He must perform 300 hours of public service work, have no hunting for term of probation. He must pay a $1,500 fine, $600 probation fee, $100 to Crimestoppers, and $100 to the VCVA Fund. One count of unlawful sale of deer meat was dismissed per plea agreement.
Clayton Beach, 31, Oregon, pleaded guilty to escape. Ogle County Circuit Court Judge John B. Roe sentenced him to 24 months probation. Ryan Nicolosi, 27, Rochelle, retail theft, jury status call March 23. Oscar Gomez-Diaz, 22, Rochelle, unlawful failure to register as a sex offender, jury status call March 23. Carol Hammer, 37, Oregon, forgery (2 counts), pre-trial conference March 9.
Michael Rowland, 27, McLeansboro, aggravated battery, sentencing hearing April 1. Melony Taylor, 41, Rochelle, forgery (3 counts), jury status call March 23. John Grenoble, 40, Freeport, theft, jury status call March 23. Christopher Fenelon, 52, Leaf River, driving while license revoked, jury status call March 23. Richard Kobeszko, 59, Wisconsin, driving while license suspended, jury
status call March 23. Jennifer Oncken, 35, Rock Falls, possession of a controlled substance/ obstructing justice/driving while license revoked/ possession of a hypodermic needle/possession of drug paraphernalia, jury status call April 27.
deed to Alan Schabacker and Sharon Schabacker, 6020 N. Ill. 2, Oregon, Rockvale Township, $141,000. Rita M. Aldridge, warranty deed to Marcy K. Hutmacher, 9 Main St. Leaf River, Leaf River Township,$19,750. Joshua L. McCleary, Carmen M. McCleary, warranty deed to Joshua R. Harrolle and Crystal S. Harrolle, 5857 N. CL Myers Drive, Byron, Rockvale Township, $265,000. Pacifica Loan Pool One LP, warranty deed to Michael Berns, 10665 Kyte Rd., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $155,000.
St., Holcomb, White Rock Township. Bank of NY Mellon, trustee, and CWABS, Inc., asset backed series 200611, warranty deed to Mariusz Lomnicki, 411 W. Lincoln St., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $17,500. Champion Mortgage Co., quit claim deed to Bank of America, 1252 Tilton Park Dr., Rochelle, Flagg Township. Bank of America, warranty deed to William F. Taylor and Margaret A. Taylor, 1252 Tilton Park Dr., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $69,200. Joshua K. Waddell, Jeffery K. Waddell and Jeffrey K. Waddell, warranty deed to Waddell Group, LLC, property in Dement Township, no address given.
Feb. 25 Reginald Turner, 41, DeKalb, driving while license revoked, status March 25. Turn to B7
Property Transfers Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the Ogle County Recorder’s office. The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and township of the property, and the price of the transfer. Feb. 20 Fayez I. Mizyed, warranty deed to Fayez I. Mizyed, trustee, and declaration of Fayez Mizyed trust 201521, 104 Autumnwood Lane, Davis Junction, Scott Township. Richard Leahy, warranty deed to David D. Lowtharp and Jackie M. Lowtharp, 105 W. Fourth St., Leaf
River, Leaf River Township, $4,500. Timothy C. Lewis and Cindy R. Lewis, quit claim deed to Timothy C. Lewis and Cindy R. Lewis, property in Marion Township, no address given. James B. Towey, warranty deed to Vernon Gittelson and Nancy Gittleson, 126 Windward Lane, Rochelle, Flagg Township, $150,000. John P. Connolly and Judith E. Connolly, warranty deed to Richard L. Zimmerman, 932 N. 15th St., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $74,000. Philip M. Mathieu and Theresa L. Mathieu, warranty deed to Bradley S. Bosecker, 4815 N. White Rock Rd., Davis Junction, Scott Township.
Feb. 23 Earl B. Straley, quit claim deed to Keith E. Wilson, property in Rockvale Township, no address listed. Gary Schnake and Cathy Schnake, deceased, quit claim deed to Gary Schnake, Diane Shehorn-Schnake and Diane Shehorn Schnake, property in Grand Detour Township, no address given. Nationstar Mortgage, LLC, quit claim deed to Greg Fitzgerald, Inc., 635 Willow Drive, Davis Junction, Scott Township, $97,500. Feb. 24 Melody L. Countryman and Eric A. Countryman by attorney fact, warranty deed to Trevor M. Lent and Angela M. Lent, 5643 E. Birkley Ave., Rochelle,
Flagg Township, $57,000. Feb. 25 Sterling Federal Bank, warranty deed to Delaina A. Zellers and Nicholas A. Zellers, 501 Main St., Leaf River, Leaf River Township, $23,000. Janet M. Wilken and Janet M. Bartoli, warranty deed to David Wiesner, 302304 Franklin St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $115,000. Tom Lynch, Thomas E. Lynch, and Elizabeth A. Lynch, warranty deed to Wiggale, LLC, 400 S. Fourth St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $40,000. Thelma J. Blum, deceased by heirs, Jane E. Rosenow, Gary L. Rosenow, and Brenda K. Breit, warranty
Feb. 26 Donald E. Sawyer, Beth L. Sawyer, quit claim deed to Beth L. Sawyer, 201 S. First
Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity. Feb. 24 Joseph Patton, 27, Chicago, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for speeding. His bond was set at $2,000 pending a Feb. 25 court appearance. On Feb. 11, deputies took a report of a sex related investigation in rural Davis Junction, in which a juvenile had reported inappropriate sexual contact by an adult. As a result of an ongoing investigation, Michael K. Koch, 51, Davis Junction, was arrested for aggravated criminal sexual abuse. Koch was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held pending a bond hearing. Feb. 25 Percy Edwards, 40, Rockford, was arrested for failure to appear. Edwards posted $186 full cash for bond and has no further appearances. At approximately 3:49 p.m., deputies along with Stillman Valley Fire and Ambulance responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Roosevelt Street and Walnut Street in Stillman Valley. A westbound 2003 Honda driven by Jessica D’amato, 40, Rockford, had slowed down in an attempt to make a left turn onto Walnut Street, when she was rear-ended by another westbound 2012 Chevy, driven by Janelle Tanaglia, 19, of Stillman Valley. D’amato was transported to Saint Anthony Hospital
with minor injuries and Tanaglia received no injuries from the crash. Tanaglia was charged with failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. She is scheduled to appear in court on March 25. At 4:23 p.m., deputies along with the Oregon Fire Department, and the Oregon Ambulance responded to a two-vehicle crash on Ill. 64 near German Church Road. A car driven by Janice L. Shaffer, 80, Rochelle, was eastbound on Ill. 64. A sport utility vehicle driven by Janet M. Butler, 52, Dixon, was westbound on Ill. 64. The vehicles collided on the roadway during heavy snow and poor road conditions. Shaffer was not injured. Butler was transported to KSB Hospital for minor injuries. Feb. 26 At 10:20 a.m., deputies stopped a Chevrolet Suburban in the 13,000 block of E. Ill. 72 for a traffic violation. After further investigation, the driver of the vehicle, Amy J. Gann, 37, Davis Junction, was arrested for driving while license suspended and operating a motor vehicle with no proof of insurance. Gann was transported to the Ogle County Jail where she posted bond and will appear in court at a later date. At 1:16 p.m., deputies responded to a civil problem at 1543 E. Ill. 64. After an investigation, Heather R. Willis, 29, Rochelle, was arrested at 2:05 p.m. for driving while license suspended. Willis was transported to
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the Ogle County Jail where she posted bond and was given a March court date. Jose M. Avila, 41, Rochelle, was arrested for not having a valid driver’s license after deputies responded to I-39, mile marker 99, for a report of a vehicle in the ditch at 4:03 a.m. Avila was transported to the Ogle County jail where was held in lieu of bond. At 10:55 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop on a 1997 Chevy Safari Van in the 19000 block of Ill. 64. After an investigation Jesus Sandoval, 28, Rockford, was arrested for no valid driver’s license. Sandoval was transported to the Ogle County jail where he was held in lieu of bond. John F. Goluszka, 38, (town not provided) was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Goluszka was transported to the Ogle County Jail. His bond was set at $100,000 pending a Feb. court appearance. At 7:05 p.m., deputies responded to a driving complaint in the area of W. Pond Road in rural Leaf River. After an investigation, Francis Bral, 79, Leaf River, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Bral was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Feb. 27 At approximately 5:08 p.m., deputies responded to the 1200 block of N. Ridge Road for a one-vehicle rollover accident. The driver of the vehicle,
Feb. 28 Benjamin Donaldson, 41, Rockford, was arrested for driving while license revoked after being stopped on Ill. 251 near Edson Road for speeding. Donaldson was being held at the Ogle County jail in lieu of bond. March 1 At approximately 12:15 a.m., deputies responded to an occupied vehicle in the ditch while in the 9,000 block of W. Ill. 64. After an investigation, Joel Gartman, 47, Byron, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Gartman was also issued a citation for improper lane usage. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Jennifer L Blake, 32, Mt. Morris, was arrested on
At approximately 10:51 p.m., deputies performed a traffic stop in the 100 block of W. Third Street in Byron. After an investigation, Bradley Overcash, 23, Byron, was arrested for driving while license suspended, unlawful possession of hypodermic syringes, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. Overcash was also cited for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. March 2 Miguel C. Zepeda, 44, Rochelle, was arrested at 2:48 p.m. for no valid driver’s license following a traffic stop near Ill. 64 and Mulford Road. Zepeda was transported to the Ogle County jail where he was held in lieu of bond. He was also cited for using an electronic communication device while driving. Jenapher Simpson, 25, Oregon, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Simpson was transported to the Ogle County Jail where $195 was posted for bond. Robin Weatherall, 26, Rockford, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear. Weatherall was transported to the Ogle County Jail where bond was set at $1,769 pending a court appearance. At approximately, 11:47 a.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 6,000 block of W. Montague Road.
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Michael Frey, 49, Sterling, was served with a petition to revoke warrant. His bond was set at $3,000 pending a March 2 court date.
an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. Bond was set at $916 pending a March 2 court appearance.
As a result of that stop, Jessica L Carter, 41, Freeport, was arrested for driving without a license. Carter was transported to the Ogle County Jail for processing and is due to appear in Ogle County Court at a later date. Carter was issued two citations as a result of the stop—one for driving without a license and the second for speeding. At approximately 5:56 p.m., deputies were dispatched for a single vehicle accident that occurred just south of 10899 N. Ill. 2. Arriving on scene, it was observed that a red Chevy Silverado pickup had gone over the west guardrail and that the truck had entered the west ditch. The driver, Matthew S. Leather, 25, Oregon, was subsequently arrested for driving while license suspended and for driving while under the influence of a controlled substance. Leather was also cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. At 9:52 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop on a 2006 Chevy Impala in the 18000 block of E. Ill. 64 for a loud exhaust and illegally tinted windows. After a short investigation, Nativa R. Johnson, 30, DeKalb, was arrested for driving while under the influence of drugs and unlawful possession of cannabis. Johnson also received citations for a loud exhaust, no insurance, and illegal window tint. Johnson was transferred to the Ogle County jail and held in lieu of bond.
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Tim M. Wiggins, 59, Ashton, was traveling southbound on Ridge Road at which time the Ford pickup truck he was driving left the roadway and entered the west ditch before overturning. Wiggins received minor injuries and refused medical attention. After further investigation Wiggins was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Wiggins was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. Mt. Morris EMS, Fire and Police assisted with the accident.
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This violation occurred in the 400 block of S. Fourth Street.
Oregon Police Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity for Feb. 23 through March 1. Feb. 23 At 7:30 p.m., police investigated a one-vehicle traffic crash at 205 S. Fourth Street involving a 2014 Hyundai driven by Susan M. Keller, 45, Oregon. No citations were issued. Feb. 24 Clinton W. Tighe, 44, Oregon, was issued a citation at 7:08 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
Gary M.J. Tabor, 27, Harmon, was arrested at 8:39 p.m. for driving while license suspended. Tabor was transported to the Ogle County jail. This violation occurred in the 300 block of E. Washington Street. Mark D. Young, 54, Rockford, was issued a citation at 11:20 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 500 block of S. Fourth Street. Feb. 25 Mikayla S. Cox, 20, Oregon, was arrested at
12:40 a.m. for driving while license suspended. Cox was transported to the Ogle County jail. This violation occurred in the 600 block of E. Washington Street. At 5:45 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash involving a 2005 Pontiac driven by Cole H. Burke, 16, Oregon, and a 2006 Chevrolet driven by Brent D. Suter, 34, Oregon. Burke was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Feb. 27 At 7:45 a.m., police investigated a twovehicle traffic crash at the intersection of Washington and 10th Streets involving a
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1995 GMC driven by Caleb J. Mennen, 16, Mt. Morris, and a 2012 Nissan driven by Monique N. Lindell, 44, Oregon. Mennen was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Feb. 28 At 7 p.m., police responded to a disturbance call at 211 N. Etnyre Ave., resulting in the arrest of William J. Kelley, III, 34, Oregon, for domestic battery. Kelley was transported to the Ogle County jail. March 1 Marrissa R. Pratt, age 35, Rock Falls, was issued a citation at 3:50 p.m. for operating an uninsured
motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 300 block of N. Fourth Street.
General calls for service through dispatch Feb. 23 through March 1
Elizabeth R. Carney, 65, Oregon, was issued a citation at 8:05 p.m. for operating an uninsured motor vehicle. This violation occurred in the 300 block of S. Third Street.
Checking a Subject Vehicle .......................... 1 Citizen Complaints ....... 7 Juvenile Complaints ..... 2 Animal Complaints ...... 2 Citizen Assist / Civil Problem................ 7 Vehicle/Building Lockout......................... 4 Disturbance / Domestic....................... 2 Ambulance/Other Department Assist ........ 3 Alarm Response/Open Door or Window ........... 1 911 Hang-ups/Open Phone Lines .................. 2 Traffic Stops ................18
Ten parking tickets and 15 verbal/written warnings were issued from Feb. 23 through March 1. Please note: Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
Fines The following individuals paid fines in the Ogle County Circuit Court. The name, age, and address of the individual is listed along with the offense, the date the fine was paid, the date the offense occurred in parenthesis, and the
amount of the fine. Zachary Patterson, 22, Stillman Valley, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, expired registration, charges from Oct. 30, 2014, both dismissed per a state motion; expired registration charge on Dec. 5, 2014, dismissed
State’s Attorney From B6 Feb. 27 Brian McCaslin, 51, Pearl City, driving while license revoked, failed to appear, arrest warrant issued or $5,000 (10 percent), arrest warrant remains. Diamond Robinson, 23, Dixon, possession of
a controlled substance/ possession of cannabis, preliminary hearing March 18.
per state motion. On Dec. 24, 2014, Patterson was charged with unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and expired registration. Both charges were dismissed per a state motion. He was also charged with unlawful possession of cannabis, which led to a fine of $714 I-bond/recog. All fines were dismissed or paid on Feb. 23, 2015.
Art Tepinski, 44, Kings, driving 15-20 mph over the Jovani Estrada, 25, speed limit, Feb. 24, 2015 Rochelle, aggravated battery, (Dec. 8, 2014), $120. pre-trial conference April 13. Paublo Zapata, 35, Monroe Christopher Jones, 31, Center, driving 15-20 mph Rochelle, possession of a over the speed limit, Feb. 23, controlled substance, pre- 2015 (Jan. 14, 2015), $120. trial conference April 13. Jennifer A. Leather, 45,
Oregon, passing a school bus in a loading or unloading zone, charge amended/ reduced to improper traffic lane usage, Feb. 25, 2015 (Jan. 20, 2015), $120. Alyssa N. Burright, 21, Davis Junction, improper lane usage, Feb. 25, 2015 (Jan. 18, 2015), $120. Alexander J. Shewy, 16, Byron, driving 11-14 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 23, 2015 (Jan. 17, 2015), $160; charge of GDL under 18 with more than one passenger in the front seat, dismissed per state motion. Jessie D. Eckles, 33, Mt. Morris, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, Feb. 23, 2015 (Jan. 21, 2015), dismissed per state motion.
Darrell D. Reed, 26, Byron, driving 11-14 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 23, 2015 (Jan. 16, 2015), $120. Torey D. Smice, 21, Leaf River, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, Feb. 24, 2015 (Jan. 23, 2015), dismissed per state motion. Robin C. Jobe, 41, Davis Junction, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 24, 2015 (Jan. 27, 2015), $120. Daniel A. Monson, 26, Mt. Morris, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Feb. 25, 2015 (Feb. 8, 2015), $120. April B. Wyssbrod, 28, Lindenwood, use of electronic communication device, Feb. 26, 2015 (Feb. 5, 2015), $120. Hector Gutierrez Hernandez, 19, Forreston,
fleeing/attempt to elude officer, Feb. 23, 2015 (Jan. 16, 2015), dismissed per state motion. Michelle Thomason, 39, Stillman Valley, failure to reduce speed, Feb. 25, 2015 (Feb. 6, 2015 ), $175. Jacob H. Lewis, 28, Oregon, operating a vehicle without cover or tarpaulins, Feb. 25, 2015 (Feb. 6, 2015), $120. Jacob N. Lipman, 16, German Valley, GDL under 18 with more than one passenger under 20, Feb. 25, 2015 (Feb. 6, 2015), $120. Scott J. Meyer, 28, Polo, operating a snowmobile with no registration, Feb. 25, 2015 (Feb. 7, 2015), $120.
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IN THE ESTATE OF: MARY J. MOSER, Deceased NO. 2015 P 12 NOTICE OF CLAIM Notice is given of the death of Mary J. Moser who died on January 4, 2015. Letters of Office were issued on February 19, 2015 to Dixie L. Hinton as Independent Executrix, whose address is 2109 Scarbrough Road, Springfield, Illinois 62702, and whose attorney is Linda A. Giesen of Dixon & Giesen Law Offices, 121 East First Street, Dixon, Illinois 61021. 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 Ogle 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 September 5, 2015 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 Independent Executor 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 March 5, 12, 19, 2015
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NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 19, 2014, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on April 17, 2015 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:
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Dated this 19th day of February, 2015 Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court By: L. Haas, Deputy Clerk March 5, 2015
STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: PATRICK H. RILEY, Deceased NO. 2015-P-8 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Patrick H. Riley. Letters of office were issued on February 9, 2015, to Cleo J. Straley, 730 W. Blackhawk Drive, Byron, Illinois 61010 as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Lee County Courthouse, Dixon, Illinois 61021, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 19th day of February, 2015. CLEO J. STRALEY, Independent Executor For the Estate of PATRICK H. RILEY, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMS MCCARTHY LLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 Fax 815-732-2289 Feb. 19, 25, March 5, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, PLAINTIFF vs. LORRI L. TROSPER; ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC; ASSET ACCEPTANCE, LLC; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC; DAVID MONTERO; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 59 Address: 10964 E. Lindenwood Road Chana, Illinois 61015
Weekly Publication of the: Oregon Republican Reporter,
COMMON ADDRESS: 10964 E. Lindenwood Road, Chana, Illinois 61015 P.I.N.: 18-08-477-015
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The real estate is improved with a single family residence. THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $118,601.78
COMMON ADDRESS: 10964 E. Lindenwood Road, Chana, Illinois 61015 P.I.N.: 18-08-477-015
Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
The real estate is improved with a single family residence. THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $118,601.78
Forreston Journal, Tri-County Press
For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 312-541-9710, telephone. Please refer to file number IL 14 9971. Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois
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In the Interest of: KORONA MERRITT, A MINOR. NO. 2015 JA 3 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION To: Alejandro Sarabia, Mexico respondents(s), and to all whom it may concern, take notice that on February 4, 2015, a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by ASA Ann Switzer in the Circuit Court of Ogle County entitled “In the interest of Korona Merritt, a minor”, and that in courtroom 304 at 106 South Fifth, Oregon, Illinois on March 3, 2015 at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, a Pretrial Conference will be held upon the Petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court and for other relief under that act. The court has authority in this proceeding to take from you the custody and guardianship of the minor. If the Petition requests the termination of your parental rights and the appointment of a guardian with power to consent to adoption, you may lose all parental rights to the child. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition for a motion to terminate parental rights. Unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered.
NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 19, 2014, I, Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois, will on April 17, 2015 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Ogle, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 8 DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT A STONE PLANTED 22 1/2 RODS NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 8, THENCE NORTH ON THE SECTION LINE 8 RODS AND 19 LINKS, THENCE WEST 12 RODS, THENCE SOUTH 11 RODS AND 31 LINKS TO THE CENTER OF THE CHICAGO ROAD, THENCE NORTH 75 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST (VARIATION 7 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST) ALONG THE CENTER OF SAID ROAD, 12 RODS AND 8 LINKS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, IN TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
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By: ERIC C. HORTON and GREGG E. HORTON Independent Co-Executors, Law Offices of M. Thomas Suits, P.C. 114 W Mason Street Polo IL 61064 815-946-2276 Feb. 26, March 5, 12, 2015
LORRI L. TROSPER; ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC; ASSET ACCEPTANCE, LLC; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC; DAVID MONTERO; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 59 Address: 10964 E. Lindenwood Road Chana, Illinois 61015
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In re the Estate of: JUANITA R. HORTON, Deceased. Case No. 2015 P 5 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of JUANITA R. HORTON. Letters of Office were issued on January 30, 2015, to ERIC C. HORTON and GREGG E. HORTON, as Independent Co-Executors, 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 at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Suite #300, Oregon, IL 61061or 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.
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NOTICE Central States Tower III, LLC, proposes to build a 199-foot telecommunications self-support tower located at 2897 East Route 64, Oregon, Ogle County, IL 61061. Public comments regarding potential effects that this construction may have on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Jill Kotwasinski, Trileaf Corp., 1821 Walden Office Square, Suite 510, Schaumburg, IL 60173, j.kotwasinski@trileaf.com, 630-227-0202. STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, COUNTY OF OGLE
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ANNUAL SPRING CONSIGNMENT AUCTION — POLO, IL —
SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2015 LOCATION - Midway between Polo, IL and Milledgeville, IL (17748 W. Milledgeville Rd., Polo 61046) at the corner of Milledgeville Road and Ogle (Brookville) Road. Ample off road parking, loading dock and boom tractors available to unload & load most anything. Machinery, Tractor, Vehicle and Miscellaneous Farm Related Listings for the sale should be in by March 16 for the sale bill and proper advertising. Absolutely no junk items, truck toppers, glass, household items, old tires, etc.!!! [We reserve the right to reject.] Absolute up-to-date titles must accompany vehicles, trailers, boats, etc.
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Sale Location - Mrs. Sherwood Shank Family Farm MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR HAZELHURST Summer: June 27 • Fall: September 12
240 Acres +/- in Sections 19, 20 & 29 of Palmyra Twp. in Lee County, IL Selling in 5 tracts Survey Available Day of Sale Tract 1: 80 Acres +/Tract 2: 125 Acres +/Tract 3: 25 Acres +/Tract 4: 2 Acres +/- with house & garage 2055 Mound Hill Road, Dixon, IL Tract 5: 3 Acres +/- with house, garage, outbuildings & bin 2037 Mound Hill Road, Dixon, IL
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