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Cardinals Fall
Marcos Roll!
OES Performance
The 2015 football season came to an end on Nov. 7 for the Cardinals. B1
Polo rolls by Warren 40-0 in 1A playoff action B1
The Oregon Park District and OES teamed up for Cinderella performance. A9
Man concerned about safety at proposed range By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecountynews. com
Ogle County Board Chairman Kim Gouker reads the names on the memorial bricks surrounding the newly installed Ogle County Fallen Soldiers Memorial Nov. 4. In the background, sculptor Jeff Adams confers with workers from J.P. Vincent, Galena. Dedication of the memorial on the Ogle County Courthouse lawn was slated for Veterans Day. Photo by Earleen Hinton
New memorial meets approval Official dedication is Wednesday, Nov. 11 By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecountynews.com Ogle County’s newest tribute to military veterans pleased both the officials who ordered it and the sculptor who designed it. After years of planning and weeks of preparing the site, the Ogle County Fallen Soldiers Memorial was installed Nov. 4 on the north side of the Ogle County Courthouse lawn in Oregon, in plenty of time for its dedication on Veteran’s Day. “It’s everything we hoped for,” said Oregon American Legion Commander
John Tuttle as workers from J.P. Vincent, Galena, put the finishing touches on the granite work. The focal point of the memorial is a bronze statue depicting a young soldier kneeling before the grave of a comrade on a black granite base flanked by two black granite tablets on bearing the names of soldiers who gave their lives in conflicts from World War II to the present. “It looks great. I’m really pleased. I’m glad to have been able to be a part of it,” said sculptor Jeff Adams, who created the statue at his studio inBronze Foundry, Mt. Morris. “It really exceeded my expectations,” said Bruce VanderKolk, chairman of the memorial committee. VFW Commander Lee Ossman
made the approval unanimous. “I think it’s great. It chokes me up,” he said. “I’m a Vietnam vet, and this just really hits me.” Plans called for the memorial to be dedicated Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. with Brigadier General (Retired) Steve Huber, Byron, as the keynote speaker. Ossman said the statue went into place quickly on Wednesday. “Everything just fell together this morning,” he said. Planning for the memorial, which replaces an older one, began five years ago, Ossman said. Donations and cooperative efforts made the plan become reality in just a little more than a year, he said. Turn to A2
An opponent of a handgun caliber range at the Byron Sportsman’s & Conservation Club said safety is his main concern. Craig Dimond, who lives across Townline Road from the club, said he and his neighbors are opposed to the proposed range. “None of us are antiguns. Our opposition is the location,” he said. “My biggest concern is safety — stray bullets, ricochets, mishandled guns. It happens all the time.” The club has requested a special use permit to allow a shooting range for handgun caliber weapons on their property, which is zoned AG-1 (agricultural use). Ogle County Zoning Administrator Mike Reibel said that handgun caliber weapons can include long guns of certain calibers. Dimond said the range would be close to Townline Road where there is a school bus stop for three young children and mail delivery. The range is also close to walking paths on adjacent Byron Forest Preserve land, snowmobile paths, and farming operations, including livestock. “It makes no sense at all,” Dimond said. More than 150 people, many of whom live nearby, signed a petition opposing
the club’s request. The petition was presented to the Ogle County Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) at a hearing on the request held on Sept. 24. The ZBA voted 3-2 to recommend that the county board approve the request. The ZBA found that the request met the six required standards for special use permits, if it is properly designed, built, and operated. However, they also added 14 conditions for approval, including having a range supervisor on duty whenever the facility is open. Reibel said the 14th condition stipulates the supervisor must be a National Rifle Association (NRA) certified range safety officer. Sportsman’s club president O.K. Welty said that he hopes that condition can be eliminated in exchange for tighter than originally planned security at the range. Welty proposed making access to the enclosed shooting area electronically controlled and monitored by motion-activated security cameras. He said the 14th condition is unfair to the sportsman’s club. “None of the other ranges in the county is required to do that,” Welty said Monday. “I’s not fair and it’s not practical. We would have to hire someone to be there all the time.” Turn to A3
Volunteers sought to help build house for couple Family’s home destroyed by April tornado By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com
work can begin. “The Geists lived through a nightmare,” she said. “We’re trying to build them a dream.” Some doors from the couple’s home in Fairdale were saved to be used in the new home. The Geists used the
majority of their insurance money to buy the property, but came up short for completing the house. Wooldridge said their insurance company isn’t coming through as expected because the couple decided to relocate. That’s where Operation
Volunteers are needed to lend their expertise and elbow grease to build a new home near Oregon for a Fairdale couple who lost everything in the April 9 tornado. A crew of volunteers from Operation Rebuild pitched in Sunday to work on the walls of Rick and Dawn Geist’s new home at 516 S. Gale Rd., west of Oregon. The Geists are living in a double-wide trailer on the nearly 16 acres they purchased there. They moved into the trailer on July 2. Project coordinator Deb Wooldridge, Polo, said more volunteers are needed, especially those with construction expertise to get the house, nestled among mature oak trees, closed in before winter so interior
Rebuild, a 501©(3) not-forprofit organization, stepped in to help. The build began on Oct. 22 and will continue until the project is done. The volunteer organization is hoping to build the Geists not only a house, but also a new barn so they can bring their 34-year-old horse
Diamond and several barn cats home. The animals have been boarded since the tornado. Rick, 56, an over-the-road truck driver, said Sunday that they found out earlier this week that the furniture they salvaged from their house in Fairdale is unusable.
“When we went to our storage unit, all our furniture was covered with mold,” he said. “We had to throw it out.” “We still have a well and septic to deal with, too,” said Dawn, 54. Rick, a U.S. Army veteran, Turn to A8
Above, Operation Rebuild volunteers Brad and Doreen DeZur, Brookfield, left and Regina Smola, Davis Junction, measure doors Nov. 8 that were salvaged from Rick and Dawn Geist’s devastated home in Fairdale. The doors will be reused in the Geist’s new home on Gale Road. At left, a volunteer uses a nail gun Nov. 8 to build the new home Photos by Vinde Wells
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Christmas toy drive begins The Mt. Morris Police and Fire Departments are beginning their 2015 Toys for Kids campaign. This program, with the community’s help, provides Christmas gifts for the less fortunate children in the Mt. Morris Fire Protection District.
Last year more than 130 children had a happier holiday because of this program. Help put a smile on a child’s face at Christmas. Cash donations and checks payable to Mt. Morris Fireman’s Association will gladly
be accepted at the Mt. Morris Police Department or Village Hall, 105 W. Lincoln St., Mt. Morris, IL 61054. Names, ages, and addresses of needy children within the Mt. Morris Fire District can be left by calling 815-734-4106.
Board to discuss benefits The Mt. Morris Village Board was expected to discuss employee benefits and insurance at its Nov. 10 meeting. The agenda called for a discussion of the village’s Abree and Maeleh Barker, Jack McKanna, and Ethan Rowe build with LEGOs at the Mt. Morris Public Library. Photo supplied
Library News Family Reading Night “Camp out with a Good Book” is the theme for the 2015 Family Reading Night at the library from 5:45 to 7 p.m. This statewide event is sponsored in part by the Illinois Center for the Book. Families will have time to read together in a tent. Ben Hickerson, Assistant Principal from OES and Bruce McKanna, Library Board President, are two of the guest readers that night. Participants will make ornaments for the Christmas tree at the band shell. Paperback Books The library has a good collection of paperback books. Patrons can borrow up to 10 paperbacks at a time. Bring them them back in a timely fashion or bring in
Library Hours Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Questions? Call 815-734-4927 the same number of different books for exchange. New books are added on a regular basis. Preschool Story Time Preschool story time is Wednesday mornings at 11 a.m. Children can get their passports stamped as the group reads a variety of
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Tuttle agreed. “So many people put so much work into this to make this all come together,” he said. He said the memorial fits with the county’s art tradition and compliments Lorado
Morris Times. The village board meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7 p.m. at the village hall. The meetings are open to the public.
Neighbor concerned about safety From A1
The ZBA conditions also stipulate that the range “shall books. be designed by a qualified, licensed design professional Sesame Street Display The new display in the with experience in outdoor glass cases contains Sesame shooting range planning and Street collectables. A big thanks to Leah Ruit for sharing her items.
design.” The special use request was on the Nov. 10 agenda for the Supervisor of Assessments and Planning & Zoning Committee. Reibel said the committee
can recommend approval or denial of the request to the county board or make modifications. The county board is expected to consider the request on Nov. 17.
Pinecrest plans potato bar Nov. 13
Christmas on the Village Square Mrs. Claus will visit the library on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 1 to 2:30 p.m., reading stories and sharing songs. Come in to visit, make a craft, and have cookies and milk with Mrs. Claus.
The Pinecrest Community employee committee will host a potato bar fundraiser on Friday, Nov. 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Manor
Mt. Morris Police Chief Jason White reported the following activity on Nov. 9. LEGO Building Club These charges are merely The next LEGO Building Club will meet Monday, accusations and defendants presumed innocent Dec. 7 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. are unless proven guilty. Come in and see the LEGO Oct. 19 creations from the November Stephen Z. Braden, 21, meeting on display in the Mt. Morris, was issued a library. village ordinance citation for parking in the wrong direction. Taft’s Soldiers and Sailors Oct. 21 Monument on the east side Rebecca D. Grove, 46, Mt. of the courthouse. Morris, was issued citations Taft’s sculpture pays tribute to fallen soldiers from for operation of an uninsured the Civil War through World motor vehicle and for suspended, revoked drivers War I. license.
Early deadlines will be in effect for the Nov. 26 edition of the Mt. Morris Times. The deadline for news items and photos is 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. The office will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 26. Normal hours will resume on Friday, Nov. 27.
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Memorial dedicated on Nov. 11 From A1 “A big thank you goes to all the organizations, businesses, and individuals who have donated to this project and made it happen,” Ossman said.
insurance through the Illinois Municipal League. Also scheduled was a closed session to go over a benefits package for village employees. A story about the meeting will appear in the Nov. 19 Mt.
Oct. 23 Dustin D. Cole, 31, Monroe Center, was issued a citation for operation of an uninsured motor vehicle. Oct. 24 Alexis M. Walker, 19,
Mt. Morris, was issued a village ordinance citation for parking across the sidewalk. Oct. 25 Lazaro Coli-Vasquez, 26, Hanover Park, was issued citations for registration cancelled/suspended/ revoked, no insurance, and no driver’s license. ColiVasquez was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Gregory M. Haas, 22, Dixon, was issued a citation for no valid registration. Carli D. Janecek, 18, Mt. Morris, was issued citations for operation of an uninsured motor vehicle and for illegal transportation of alcoholic liquor. Janecek was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Oct. 29 William A. Kirk, 67, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. Kirk was transported to the Ogle
County Jail. Nicole S. Fahey, 21, Lanark, was issued a citation for no valid registration. Nov. 2 Taylor S.M. Piper, 19, Mt. Morris, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant. Piper was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Steven A. Blake, 29, Mokena, was issued a citation speeding. Nov. 5 Rudolph G. Ortega, 60, Morrison, was issued a citation for no valid registration. Nov. 7 Jennifer N. Long, 30, Mt. Morris, was arrested for possession of paraphernalia. Long was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Lucas A. Swift, 27, Dixon, was issued a citation for no valid driver’s license.
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Early settler James Gale was Oregon’s first mayor Editor’s note: Otto Dick, Oregon, has researched the people, places, and events important in Oregon’s history for the Ogle County Historical Society. The following is one of a series of the articles he has written. By Otto Dick Oregon’s first mayor James V. Gale was born in Concord, New Hampshire on Nov. 2, 1806. He attended the military academy at West Point from 1824-25. He entered business in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1827-1835. He relocated to Oregon, Illinois, in 1835, one year before Oregon was founded. He farmed until 1848. While living in Oregon he conducted various enterprises and held many public offices. We have his 1871 and 1872 James Gale Journal (diary) at the Ogle County Historical Society. Included in this journal is a sketch of his cabin he built in 1835. James Gale Journal (1871-1872) In this book I shall write my opinion of men and events that are passing and have passed in early times
in this county, for my own amusement and for those who come after me. The first settlers have many privations to contend with. The first work is to build a log cabin, a stick chimney laid in clay mortar, the cracks chinked and mudded, logs cut out for doors and windows, with ground or puncheon floor and roof made of shakes and poles laid on them to keep them in place. Very little furniture is used, among the first articles of furniture a woman wants is a sink that is frequently made by a stump of a tree dug out. At first we live in one room till we get able to build a double log cabin, with a ladder to go upstairs. After all this is done then break up a few acres of land then we commence living. One new country is enough to settle. It is harder for women than men, they endure more hardships, especially where they have seen and been in good circumstances, there is enjoyment in a log cabin and a new country. Everything is wild, scenery new. The people are more sociable, all on a level. They make the best of everything and try to be contented with everything that comes up.
James V. Gale
A puncheon floor, made of split logs, was superior to a dirt floor in early log cabins. An ornate chair sits beside the monument marking the grave of James V. Gale at
We have been through with all these privations, have stemmed the storm and can now look back with some pleasure to know how a country is made. It takes a great deal of patience to settle a new country, to wait for settlers to come in and to look forward for better times. Most of the time of a new settler is occupied from day to day in assisting in raising log houses all over the country for your neighbors. It is the custom to raise
Riverside Cemetery. Photo by Otto Dick
after the logs are hauled, on the spot, cover, chink and cut out the doors and windows in one day. The spot selected is generally near some spring or high eminence. On Sundays it is the custom to get together and talk over about claims and prospects. After claims or farms are marked out, protecting societies are formed for the purpose of protecting each other in holding claims and
became mayor of Oregon, served as the first recorder of Ogle County serving 11 years, the first justice of the peace for four years, supervisor of Oregon for eight years, Representative to the Illinois General Assembly from Ogle County for two years and also public administrator and town school treasurer.
bidding the land off whenever it comes on market. Some are discouraged and sell out. The first cow I ever owned, I purchased of William Carpenter. I gave him a feather bed for the cow. This was in 1837. In 1838 I had some visitors from the east to see me. I killed the cow, having no meat to live on. I mention this to show how short we were in early times.
He also was vice-president of the Chicago and Iowa Railroad.
James Gale before he
Moose Club Activities The Mt. Morris Moose Family Center has several pre-holiday events and meals planned in November. Come enjoy some fine music at the Opry Jamboree on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. and then stay for a bite to eat later at the Moose Legion Mexican Dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Don’t add any leftovers
Then stick around for the Bear-Packer game at 7 p.m. A Black Friday Breakfast Buffet served on Friday, Nov. 27 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Come enjoy some down home cooking on Saturday, Nov. 28 when the Moose serves a meatloaf dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. Regular events this month include Food and Football on
Sunday, Nov. 8, 22 and 29 at 12 p.m. Also Women of the Moose will have Bingo on Sunday, Nov. 8 and 22 at 1 p.m. The kitchen will be open for Monday Night Football at 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, 16, 23, and 30. Women of the Moose are always serving burgers on Tuesdays from 5 to 7 p.m.
and don’t forget Thunder on Thursdays at 6 p.m. along with chicken served from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Every Friday the fish fry is served from 5 to 8 p.m. The lodge will be closed on Wednesdays and on Sunday, Nov. 15. Every dollar spent at the Moose goes to Mooseheart Child City and School as well
as Moosehaven Retirement Home. For more information about upcoming events, call 815-734-4161. The Mt. Morris Moose is located at 101 Moose Drive off Mud Creek Road.
upcoming weekend, Nov. 13 and 14. On Tuesday, Carol Suits hosted our regular meeting of P.E.O. Chapter DW. We hosted two guests, Linda Alberts and Louise By Karen Merlak Oldenberg, both of Freeport. Louise recently attended We were so blessed with the International P.E.O. one last week of beautiful Convention in Indianapolis temperatures before the cold and gave her report at our grip of late fall and winter meeting. takes hold of us. It was a smaller group We are forever grateful to this time with Beverly our Creator for this amazing Coffman, Lisa Coffman, earth. For this day that the Maggie Henning and Jean Lord has made, we lovingly Cunningham attending from thank Him. Pine Creek. This morning in church, I always enjoy spending an we were greeted by Jim evening with my sisters. Hopkins. Our special music On Wednesday evening, I was the hymn story of went to see Don and Vicki “Bringing in the Sheaves.” Hay to work on a project for Brian Toms shared the church. story of this hymn written by The work was done along Knowles Shaw who pastored with some visiting. It is Pine Creek Christian Church such a joy to catch up with in the late 1800s. members of my church On Saturday morning, family. Ron Baker hosted the men’s This afternoon, I had a breakfast meeting. The men surprise call from my son, enjoyed a delicious meal and Matt. He is adjusting well to wonderful fellowship. his new classes. Attending the breakfast We spoke of the possibility were Don Hay, Kent Nettz, of him coming home for John Engel, Jim Hopkins, Christmas. Nothing would Larry Riffle and Dave make me happier. Burright. We visited about his dayThis past Saturday to-day and about all the afternoon, I traveled up to excitement of the football Warren for the second round team here at home. of football playoffs. I am so proud of my children and how they have settled into their chosen A little colder, wetter but not windy until after Nov. 19. Fall paths for the time being, but is here. Best chances for storms are 12-14, 17-18, and 19-20. I sure miss them all the time. As the fall season Snow possible by 19th or 20th. Unstable weather for week. continues, the cold is starting Little or no field work done after 11th. to become the normal.
My fellow football mom and friend, Amy, and I brought several warm blankets to the game this past Saturday. Even though we were dressed for the weather, we still needed to really warm up.
So, at half-time, we headed for the car. No matter how prepared we are in our Christian life, we still need to re-charge. We can do that by reconnecting with our church families and attending church services.
Being in church gives us a spiritual lift so that we can face the week ahead. I hope to see you next week in one of our area churches. Please join us as we spend time in worship. Our little church in the country welcomes you.
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to the fridge before Thanksgiving; enjoy dinner at the Moose on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 5 to 8 p.m. for Moose Legion chicken and biscuits. The Moose will serve Tom and Jerrys on Thanksgiving Day beginning at 9 a.m. and will offer a Community Thanksgiving Dinner at 3 p.m. While there, I met up with my sister-in-law, Jo Bittinger and her son, Garrett. Her son, Hayden was playing with the band. It was a beautiful day, but chilly with the sun going down and a light breeze in the air. The mighty Marcos prevailed once again, ending the season for the Warren Warriors. This team of football players has been a true joy to watch. We wish them well as they travel to play against Stark County next Saturday. No matter the outcome, this team has made their hometown very proud. After the game, I treated myself to a little shopping in Sterling. While there, I ran into Gloria Newcomer and her daughter, Shari Newcomer, who were set up in the mall with their booth for the annual craft show. It was so nice to visit with the Pine Creek family. This past Monday evening, I went to help out at the play practice again. My nephew, Hayden Bittinger, and the rest of the cast of “2222: Zombie Apocalypse” have been working very hard and will be performing the play this
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Oregon soldier served as messenger, tank driver during World War II Harley William (Hooker) Barnhart, the father of John Barnhart, Oregon, served in the U.S. Army in Europe during World War II. Born Jan. 20, 1924, Barnhart joined the Army on April 21, 1942 when he was 18 years old. He had never traveled far away from the farm he was raised on prior to that. Sent to Europe, he delivered messages by motorcycle until that was deemed too dangerous. He then was assigned to operate a Sherman tank as the driver. Barnhart was part of the Third Armored Division, nicknamed the Third Herd. He participated in battles and campaigns in Normandy, northern France, Ardennes, Rhineland, and central Europe. The awards Barnhart earned included the EAME (European-African-Middle Eastern) Ribbon with five bronze battle stars, Good Conduct Ribbon, American Theater Ribbon, and Machine Gun Expert. Barnhart was mustered out of the Army on Nov. 1, 1945 with no days lost. He died on April 14, 2008.
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Eugene and LaVonne Vogt
Vogts to celebrate 70th anniversary Former Forreston residents Eugene C. and LaVonne D. Vogt will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary with an open house on Sunday, Nov. 15 from 2 to 4 at the Oakley Courts Reception
A county fair auction will be the special feature at the Freeport Area Women’s Connection on Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Eagles Club, 1200 W. Galena Ave., Freeport. The cost is $10 per person. Men are welcome. Guest speaker Carole Ledbetter, Ottawa, will talk on the topic “Your Best Christmas Ever.” Special music will
Pauline Rowland will celebrate her 100th birthday with an open house on Sunday, Nov. 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Polo Senor Center. Come share your memories. Pauline has three sons, Eldon, Larry, and Earl, and a daughter, Sandra. She has 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and six great-greatgrandchildren. Send cards to: 3034 E. Dixon St., Polo, IL 61064.
Lounge, 3117 Kunkle Blvd., Freeport. Eugene C. Vogt and LaVonne D. Moring were married on Nov. 14, 1945. Cards can be sent to them at 3117 Kunkle Blvd., Apt. 135, Freeport IL 61032.
County fair auction featured at brunch be provided by Glenda Linneman. For reservations call Pat White at 815-871-2209 or email frptcwc@yahoo.com by Friday, Nov. 13. Cancellations or reservations made by Monday, Nov. 16 must be honored, paid for, or used by a friend. The Freeport Area Women’s Connection is affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries.
Harley Barnhart was 20 years when this photo was taken in France in late August or early September of 1944.
Christopher McKeown and Allison Gale
McKeown and Gale plan May wedding Mr. and Mrs. Mark Gale, Byron, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Allison Gale, to Christopher McKeown, son of Diann and the late Patrick “Duffy” McKeown, Oregon.
Both Allison and Christopher graduated from Oregon High school and Kishwaukee College, and are nurses at Rockford Memorial Hospital. The couple are planning a May 2016 wedding.
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College News Upper Iowa University Two area students earned degrees from Upper Iowa University, Fayette, Iowa. Shelley Koritz, Byron, graduated cum laude in June with a bachelor of science degree in Accounting. Cum laude graduates earned a grade point average between 3.3 and 3.59. Randall Vetter, Davis Junction, graduated in August. He earned a bachelor of science degree in Human Services.
Joshua Wiederkehr Joshua Wiederkehr, Baileyville, has been selected to play the clarinet in the Dordt College Concert Band. Three of Dordt’s instrumental groups include Chamber Orchestra, Concert Band, and CampusCommunity Band, The bands and orchestras are directed by Dr. Bradley Miedema. Wiederkehr is a freshman majoring in Engineering.
HCC and NIU form agreement for online degrees A new agreement between Highland Community College and Northern Illinois University will make it easier for HCC automotive technology and wind turbine technician students and graduates to earn a bachelor’s degree. In a ceremony held on Highland’s campus on Oct. 27,
representatives from the two institutions approved a new degree completion program that will allow HCC students to earn a bachelor of science in Technology degree from NIU without leaving the region. “Postsecondary education is a powerful force for career advancement, and a skilled workforce helps the region
Marriage Licenses Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley issued the following marriage licenses.
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Oct. 30 Brenden M. Velez and Danielle E. Gallagher, both of Dixon. Bryan M. Rizza and Megan C. Walters, both of West Dundee. Nov. 5 Ronnie L. Childers and Judy L. Johnson, both of Creston.
Thank You I am very impressed that so many people feel they knew my mother better than me. What I had printed was out of respect for my mother as she had made a very similar comment to me less than two years earlier when her daughter, my sister, passed away. It pained me to hear her say what she said and to see the hurt in her eyes. It pained me once more when I saw it happening towards my father with her passing. I was not going to sit quietly and let this happen. I wish to thank Dr. John and Trisha Plescia, John Lloyd, Deloris Baumann, Norma Seebach, Ray and Donna Ward, Patty and Sandy Coons, Lou and Deb Wehmhoefer and Pam Jones for having taken the time to personally visit with my father and/or have taken him out for different events. He GREATLYappreciates your time and company. In the words of John Lennon - Being Honest May Not Get You A Lot of Friends, But It Will Always Get You The Right Ones! Thank you to my dear friends for your support on this issue. Sincerely, Teresa Bunger
maintain its competitive advantage,” said NIU President Doug Baker. The agreement is aimed specifically at HCC students who have earned an associate of applied science in one of three areas — auto body repair, automotive mechanics, or wind turbine technician. “We value our partnership with NIU in this effort to continue to provide new educational and career pathways to the residents of northwest Illinois,” said Highland President Tim Hood. Students who earn an
associate of applied science degree in those areas can complete remaining general education and all BS program prerequisites at HCC or NIU before taking their final 30 hours of technology courses with NIU, either online or at the university’s DeKalb campus. Upon completion of that work, students will graduate with a bachelor of science in technology, with an emphasis in applied manufacturing technology from NIU’s College of Engineering and Engineering Technology.
“This is a great program for place-bound professionals, who are working or already have their AAS degree,” said Cliff Mirman, chairman of the Department of Technology at NIU’s College of Engineering and Engineering Technology. “It allows students to take classes online, at their own pace, and to earn a bachelor’s degree, which opens up great opportunities for career advancement.” The online component features recorded lectures by NIU faculty, the opportunity to interact with faculty and an
array of online materials that enrich the learning experience, Mirman said. More information on NIU’s online degree program in applied manufacturing technology is available on line at bsamt.niu.edu or by contacting Stacey Deegan (sdeegan@niu.edu) at 815753-9943. For information about HCC’s auto body repair, automotive mechanics or wind turbine technician programs visit highland.edu or by contacting HCC Admissions at 815-599-3414.
Students of the Month Luke Frost, Yesenia Valerio, Blake Bradle, Griffin Schaffner, Maddix Barrett, and Bryce Gensler were named October students of the month at Meridian Junior High in Stillman Valley. Photo supplied
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Church News ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Gary Branam www. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 1 p.m. Afternoon Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study
through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our cafe 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 815-235-1201 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship
EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Pastor 815-626-0104 9 a.m. Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship
BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 217 S. Hickory St., Shannon 815-864-2581 Traditional Worship 9 a.m. Education Hour 10 a.m. Contemporary Worship 11 a.m.
EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Church 10:30 a.m.
BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Brookville: Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. 17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads
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EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, then three miles north. Pastor Brion Brooks Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 Director of Ministries for Youth and Christian Education David Bordy CHANA UNITED 9 a.m. Sunday School METHODIST CHURCH 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 606 Main St., Chana 61015 Roots Youth Ministry— Pastor Chan Ik Choi Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m. 815-732-7683 Kids Clubs & Men’s & chanaumc@gmail.com Bible Study— Adult & Children’s Education Women’s Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m. 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. EMMANUEL Holy Communion Celebrated EVANGELICAL the First Sunday of Each Month LUTHERAN CHURCH 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon CHRIST OUR SAVIOR (Payne’s Point) LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Andrew Kayes 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon Office: 815-732-2424 815-284-4554 Worship Service 9 a.m. Pastor David Andermann Sunday School 10:15 a.m. 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service EVANGELICAL FREE 10:20 a.m. Education Hour CHURCH Thursday, Nov. 12—10 a.m. OF MT. MORRIS Bible Class 102 S. Seminary St. Saturday, Nov. 14—7 a.m.Mt. Morris Noon CLS Pancake Breakfast; Senior Pastor 9 a.m. LWML Meeting; TBA Bruce McKanna Family Game Night Associate Pastor Sunday, Nov. 15—9 a.m. Lance Mennen Worship with Communion; 815-734-4942 10:20 a.m. Education Hour; Thursday, Nov. 12—1 p.m. 11:30 a.m. Confirmation Ladies Bible Study Monday, Nov. 16—NewsletFriday, Nov. 13—9:30 a.m. ter Deadline MOMs Group Tuesday, Nov. 17—12:15 Saturday, Nov. 14—7 a.m. Men’s Accountability Group p.m. ALIVE Sunday, Nov. 15—8:30 Thursday, Nov. 12—10 a.m. a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Bible Class Saturday, Nov. 14—7 a.m.- InnerMission Fellowship; 10 Noon CLS Pancake Breakfast; a.m. Worship Service with Brad 9 a.m. LWML Meeting; TBA Reardon; 5:30 p.m. Missions Festival Banquet & Program Family Game Night Tuesday, Nov. 17—9 a.m. Ladies Prayer Circle CHURCH OF THE Wednesday, Nov. 18—6 a.m. OPEN BIBLE Dixon Men’s Prayer Meeting 302 S. Franklin St., Polo Log onto our website at Luke Schier, Pastor http://www.efcmm.org to check 815-946-2848 out our latest opportunities and Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. updates We include children in our Sunday Worship experience FAITH DISCOVERY “Grandkids Class” CHURCH Ages 3-10 are dismissed right 801 W. Oregon St., Polo after our Praise & Blended Jeremy Heller, Pastor Worship Time. 815-946-3588 Bible-Based 9 a.m. Sunday School Passion for God 10 a.m. Worship Service Compassion for People Nursery Available Visit Our Website: We are an independent nonPoloOpenBible.org denominational Christian church. CROSSROADS Visitors are always welcome. COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITE PINES CAMPUS FAITH EVANGELICAL 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo LUTHERAN CHURCH Sundays at 10 a.m. 402 Second Ave., Forreston 815-837-5255 Pastor Scott Ralston whitepines@crossroadscn.com Church 815-938-3203 We offer contemporary worship “ A Church with a Heart — and relevant Bible teaching In the Heart of Forreston”
9 a.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Sunday School 7 p.m. Wednesday Choir 6:30 p.m. Thursday Bible Study
Thursday, Nov. 12—6:30 p.m. Bible Study Sunday, Nov. 15—9 a.m. Worship; 10 a.m. Sunday School Monday, Nov. 16—5 p.m. Youth Meeting Wednesday, Nov. 18—12 p.m. Senior Friendship; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice Thursday, Nov. 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 Pastor Karen Hundrieser 815-946-3212 Website: faithumcpolo 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 505 Hill St., Oregon www.fbcoregon.org 815-732-2642 Rev. Jared Cochran “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 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, Nov. 5—6:30 p.m. Trustees Meeting Sunday, Nov. 8—9 a.m. Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Monday, Nov. 9—8 a.m. AA Open Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee at The Depot FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2649 W. Florence Rd., Freeport Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m.
November’s Bible Books of the Month are Nahum through Malachi.
GERMAN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church and Main Streets Matt Smith, Pastor 8:30 a.m. Worship Service
OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Barb Good 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Fellowship 10:15 a.m. Children’s Sunday School after Children’s Time at 9:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Confirmation Preparation 10:15 a.m. Activities during the Week: Sunday, Nov. 15—Bible Study; 11:30-3 p.m. Youth Painting at VOP
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.
Monday, Nov. 16—10 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; Early Newsletter Deadline LEAF RIVER UNITED Tuesday, Nov. 17—6:30 METHODIST CHURCH p.m. Cub Scout Den Meeting 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Wednesday, Nov. 18—5:30 Pastor David Poust Sunday, Nov. 15—10:30 a.m. p.m. Wednesday Night Alive, Worship Service & Children’s Thanksgiving Potluck, Praise & Worship with Spirit’s HarChurch mony; 7 p.m. Choir LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Chan Ik Choi 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 Friday, Nov. 13—9 a.m. Women’s Fellowship Sunday, Nov. 15—8:15 a.m. Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Tuesday, Nov. 17—8:45 a.m. Bible Study; Quilting Wednesday, Nov. 18—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 Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:05 a.m. Tuesday & Saturday 9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center
FORRESTON GROVE CHURCH 7246 N. Freeport Rd., Forreston Presbyterian Church in America Pastor Jeremy Cheezum 815-938-3605 OREGON 9:30 a.m. Sunday School CHURCH OF GOD 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Pastor Michael Hoffman Pioneer Club 815-732-6847 Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult You and your family are inStudy; 7:45 p.m. Choir vited to join us in worship on FORRESTON REFORMED CHURCH 501 Third Ave. 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School FREEDOM LUTHERAN WORSHIPPING COMMUNITY, ELCA Pastor Jeff Schlesinger 815-222-7270 Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Dining Hall 1834 S. IL Rt. 2 (a mile south of Oregon) Welcome Center 111 S. Fourth St., Oregon GRACE VALLEY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. German Valley Pastor Jake Ritzema 815-362-6601 Sunday School for All Ages 9 a.m. Worship Service 10 a.m.
Sunday, Nov. 15, at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Hoffman will continue the Thanksgiving series of sermons. This week the message is titled “Thankful for Family.” Greeting you will be Mike and Becky Hall. During morning worship an exceptionally fine Children’s Church is offered for children 3 years old through Grade 5. Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m. and includes classes for adults, young adults, teens, children and infants. Special attention is given in each class to issues and topics related to the particular needs and interests of each group. The Wednesday night Youth Group meets at 6 p.m. at East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville Road. The local Weight Watchers group meets Wednesday at the church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, followed by their meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m.
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. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Fellowship REVIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris follow@revivemtm.com 815-994-0428 Southern Baptist Saturday Night Service 5:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery 6-8 p.m. Monday RIVERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 609 S. 10th St., Oregon Craig Arnold, Pastor 812-236-1213 Worship Service 10:45 a.m. ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon Pastor Barbara Seward 815-732-7211 www.saintbrides.org Email:saint.bride.church@ gmail.com Services Sunday-Holy Communion-8 and 10 a.m. Classes Children’s Sunday School & Adult Bible Study Available St. Bride’s follows traditional Anglican-Episcopal church practices; is biblically based and both family and individual oriented. Visitors are always welcomed. ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH West Grove Road at Columbine Rd. Pastor Steve Erickson Saturday, Nov. 14—2 p.m. WELCA Meeting in Fellowship Hall Sunday, Nov. 15—9:15 a.m. Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. Congregational Bible Study, Senior Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 a.m. Divine Worship with Communion; 11:30 a.m. Senior Choir Rehearsal ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919 Sunday Sunday School for
Children & Adults 9 a.m. Social Time 10 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest 3 p.m. Reconciliation Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 1st & 2nd Wednesdays 6 p.m. Adult Bible Study 1st Wednesday 8:30 a.m. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon Pastor Richard Tomlinson 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: Worship Services 8:30 & 11 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m. Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office ST. WENDELIN CATHOLIC CHURCH 18 S. Linn St., Shannon Rev. Michael Bolger 815-864-2548 Masses—Saturday 4:30 p.m., Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. Confessions-Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 7:30 a.m. TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Thursday, Nov. 12—3:304:30 p.m. Lot 12 Mentoring for Grades K-6 Friday, Nov. 13—8 a.m. Bulletin Assembly & Fellowship Saturday, Nov. 14—5:30 p.m. Worship Service Followed by Supper Sunday, Nov. 15—8:45 a.m. Worship Service; Fellowship Time Between Services; 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for Preschool-Grade 6; 10 a.m. Adult Forum in Worship Space; 10:45 a.m. Worship Service; 7 p.m. Youth Group Get-Together for Grades 7-12 Tuesday, Nov. 17—1:15 p.m. Pinecrest Communion Service; 1:45 p.m. Pinecrest Terrace Communion; 3:30-4:30 p.m. Lot 12 Mentoring for Grades K-6; 7 p.m. Cantata Practice Wednesday, Nov. 18—6:30 a.m. Prayer & Praise Group; 9 a.m. Quilt Group; 3:10 p.m. Jr. High Mentoring at Lot 12; 5:30 p.m. Choristers; 6 p.m. Chime Choir; 6:30 p.m. Confirmation Class; 6:45 p.m. Men’s Choir Practice; 7 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice; 7:30 p.m. Women’s Choir Practice Thursday, Nov. 19—3:304:30 p.m. Lot 12 Mentoring for Grades K-6 WEST BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 4014 West Branch Road Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright 815-734-4411 Sunday School—9:30 a.m. Worship—10:35 a.m.
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Oregon Chamber hosts Lunch ‘n Learn on Nov. 17 at Center Topic is “Work, Life Balance” at noon luncheon
The sign outside Messie’s Bar & Grill on River Road, Oregon, let the public know that business owner Daniela Vail and her staff have moved to the Oregon VFW.
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variety of information and community education for businesses and citizens alike.” The event is available to the public. Lunch sessions are $10 which is payable at the door. However, reservations are required by noon on Friday, Nov. 13. Contact the Oregon Chamber of Commerce at 815-732-2100, or send an email to ococ@oregonil. comto reserve a seat.
Donations sought to help with VFW Christmas Food Baskets Once again at Christmas time, Oregon VFW Post 8739 will make up and deliver Christmas Food Baskets to families and individuals who are in need in the Oregon area. Any family or individual who is in need may call the VFW Monday through Friday from 7:30 to 9 a.m. or 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 815-7326851 and have your name placed on the list. Each individual or family must call for themselves with their complete name,
By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com The kitchen and bar at the Oregon VFW is under new management with an expanded menu and extended hours. Daniela Vail, Oregon, former bar and kitchen manager at Messie’s, Oregon, has been hired to run the bar and kitchen at the VFW, 1310 W. Washington. VFW Commander Lee Ossman said the recent closing of Messie’s made Vail available. Vail said she owned the business at Messie’s, but her grandfather owns the building. “I had the opportunity to talk to Daniela and present the VFW to her,” he said. “We had the opportunity to keep her here in Oregon, and she took it.” Vail began her new job Nov. 5. “We had a really good first day, and it’s only going to get better,” Ossman said Friday.
The Oregon Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly “Lunch ‘n Learn” opportunity at Rock River Center on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at noon. The topic for November is “Work – Life Balance” presented by Larry Timm, Vice-President of Illinois Operations of AAIM
Employers’ Association. AAIM is a notfor-profit association providing workshops, seminars, roundtables and other informational and educational forums related to labor and human resources. “Every third Tuesday of the month at noon our Chamber hosts a Lunch ‘n Learn at the Rock River Center” said Debbie Dickson, Chamber executive director. “These lunches are available to any and all, and are a tremendous resource, providing a
address, and phone number for a basket to be delivered. An adult must be home the morning of Saturday, Dec. 19 to receive the basket. In addition, even if you received a VFW basket in previous years, you must still call in this year to be placed on the list. The VFW has no way of knowing if people are still with us, or living at the same address or if their personal conditions are the same as last year. The VFW will accept
names starting Nov. 9. The deadline to place a name on the list will be Dec. 5. Last year the VFW Post provided more than 120 food baskets to area residents. Donations from the general public and businesses to the Christmas basket program are always accepted, needed, and greatly appreciated to continue this program. For nore information, or to donate, please contact the VFW at 815-732-6851.
Byron police start 26th year of “Operation Santa Claus”
Oregon VFW Post Commander Lee Ossman and new bar and kitchen manager Daniela Vail pose for a photo in the VFW’s banquet room. Vail took over the bar and Byron Police Department’s restaurant Nov. 5. Photo by Vinde Wells “Operation Santa Claus” is
Vail brings with her a staff of nine and all her recipes. The VFW’s employees will continue in their positions. Ossman said new equipment has been ordered to update the VFW kitchen to accommodate Vail’s full menu. Once that’s done, Vail said she will serve the same menu she did at Messie’s. For now, she will serve a “soft” menu. “The food is going to be exactly the same,” she said. “We’ll have the same specials.”
Meals are now served Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday hours may be added once the kitchen update is completed. The bar hours will also be extended. “Everything is going to be pretty much the same as it was,” Ossman said. “We’re going to have great food and longer hours.” Vail will also manage the banquet facilities, working around the schedules of the organizations who meet there.
looking forward to beginning its 26th season of making Christmas a little brighter for the less fortunate children in the Byron community. During the past 25 years the program, staffed by caring and dedicated volunteers, has collected and distributed Christmas gifts to over 4,500 Byron area children who otherwise might not have received gifts at Christmas time. Donations of new, unwrapped toys, and games for children ages birth to 15,
p.m. Area residents are invited to the event, hosted by the history museum to learn of plans for the rededication in October of 2016. Both sessions will follow the same agenda and last no more than 90 minutes each. This event will celebrate
150 years of honoring veterans in Byron and highlight the history of what is now Illinois oldest Civil War marker. Topics during the forum will include fundraising and sponsorship opportunities, recreating the eagle that originally topped the spire,
recruiting volunteers, and forming subcommittees. This event and the forum are supported by the Byron Chamber of Commerce, Byron Forest Preserve District, the City of Byron, and Byron Museum District. An article from the Aug. 19, 1897, Byron Express
may be put in barrels that will soon be placed in various businesses in Byron as well as the lobby of City Hall. Items can also be taken to the Byron Police Department. Operation Santa Claus accepts donations of new Christmas wrapping paper and tape which also may be placed in the barrels or brought to the Police Department. Monetary donations are also accepted, with 100 percent of all donations used to purchase toys, supplies, and other items for the program.
Checks may be made payable to “Operation Santa Claus” to The Byron Police Department, P.O. Box 923, Byron, IL 61010-0923. Parents or guardians of children in Byron, up to age 15, who would benefit from the program are asked to come to the Police Department, 232 W. 2nd St., Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., to sign up. They will be asked to provide proof of address, the children’s names, ages, and gender. Names must be submitted by Friday, Dec. 4.
Forum on Byron Soldier’s monument set for Nov. 17 A public forum to provide information about the rededication of its’ Soldiers Monument in Byron will be Tuesday, Nov. 17 in the former Byron Theater building, 116 N. Union St., Byron. Two sessions are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 7
newspaper describes how the monument first came to be. “In the summer of 1865, soon after the close of the war a movement was set afoot for the erection of a soldier’s monument in honor and to the memory of those brave men who had fallen during that terrible struggle.
“A subscription was started and in a short time the necessary funds were raised. A meeting was called Sept. 27, 1865, and a permanent association called ‘The Byron Monument Association,’ was formed. “I.W. Norton was chosen Turn to A7
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Nov. 13. The cost is $39 for residents and $49 for nonresidents.
Chicago Holiday Shopping A shopping trip is planned on Saturday, Dec. 5. Departure is at 8 a.m. from the Rockford Airport with a return time of approximately 7 p.m. Shop the Magnificent Mile, see the tree at Macy’s, shop the Christkindlmarket at Daley Plaza or just browse the spectacular window displays. Registration deadline is
Hawk Wrestling Club Hawk Wrestling is an IKWF program for wrestlers of all skill levels. It is run by Head Coach Steve Stender and is affiliated with the OHS wrestling program. The goal is to promote the sport of wrestling to the youth in the community and provide great experience in the process. Practices are held at the OHS wrestling room. The program will teach
Rosann Costell leads the ladies at the Oregon Park District’s Spa Day. Photo supplied
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Recycle your electronics on Friday, Nov. 20 The Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department (OCSWMD) will conduct the monthly electronic recycling event on Friday, Nov. 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. sharp, at the County Annex Building at 909 W. Pines Rd., Oregon. The date change is due to county offices being closed on the last Friday of November. Ogle County residents can take advantage of this program to have their unwanted electronics recycled responsibly. Items accepted include televisions, computer hardware, monitors, printers, copiers, scanners, microwaves, audio/ visual equipment, phones, cell phones, laptops, tablets, inkjet cartridges, rechargeable batteries, and CFL lightbulbs. A limit of two cathode
ray tube (CRT) devices will be accepted per vehicle. Residents can bring two televisions, two computer monitors, or one of each. No packaging (boxes, Styrofoam, plastic) will be accepted with electronics. Remove this material from electronics and recycle or dispose of properly. Items not accepted by this program include coffee makers, dehumidifiers, white goods (appliances), heaters, lamps, bread makers, and vacuum cleaners. This event is open to residents of Ogle County only and accepts residential electronic waste. For business or educational generated electronic waste, or for more information about the program, call the OCSWMD at 815-732-4020. For a full list of items accepted, visit www. oglecounty.org.
Support groups are offering free show Area suicide support groups, Ray of Hope and Touched By Suicide Survivors Gather, are collaborating to sponsor a one-woman show with performances in Rockford and Sterling. The show will be presented on Friday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the U of I College of Medicine, Rockford, and on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 2:30 p.m. at the Sterling High School Auditorium. It is free and open to the public. This special event provides a unique format for examining the lifelong process of survival following a suicide.
The solo performer, Jen Tuder, creates three distinct characters that represent different aspects of her survival experience. Her father’s decision to take his life irrevocably changed hers. “I wanted to make a show that didn’t simply rehearse pain, but would provide instruction in hope. All kinds of survivors (as well as the general public) will find something in the show that helps them keep body and soul together,” she said. For more information contact Bud Wiener at 815732-7486 or bpwiener@ yahoo.com.
Winter containers to be topic Nov. 23 A program to create a winter container garden will be offered Monday, Nov. 23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Ogle County Extension office, 421 W. Pines Rd., Oregon. Candice Miller, University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator will lead the hands-on program. Participants will create their own eye-catching, 12” container filled with winter greens and accessories. Miller will show that gardening containers are not only for summer enjoyment. The program will teach how easy it can be to create a
beautiful winter container garden for a front porch or patio. The cost of this program is $25 per person and includes all supplies needed for the hands-on portion of the program. Register by calling the Ogle County Extension office at 815732-2191 or online at web. extension.illinois.edu/bdo. The deadline to register is Thursday, Nov. 19. Anyone needing a reasonable accommodation to participate should call the Ogle County Extension office.
Members of the Ogle County Juvenile Justice Council watch as Sheriff Brian VanVickle signs an agreement allowing school officials, probation, and law enforcement to share information. Pictured left to right are: Jamie Craven, superintendent of Rochelle Township High School District; Brenda Mason, representative of Sinnissippi Centers of Oregon; Ken Burn, director of Ogle County Court Services; VanVickle; and Eric Morrow, Ogle County States Attorney. The council was formed in 2001 to develop a restorative justice approach to juvenile crime and delinquency.
Symposium held at Focus House The Ogle County Juvenile Justice Council sponsored a community symposium at Focus House on Oct. 14. The topic was Child and Adolescent Brain Development and Trauma. The program was made possible by a grant awarded through the Juvenile Justice Commission. Anne Studzinski, Managing Director of the Illinois Childhood Trauma Coalition (ICTC), and two management staff from the Illinois Collaboration on
Youth (ICOY) presented the six-hour workshop. Information focused on adolescent brain development and how various forms of trauma impact such development. An audience of nearly 80 community professionals, comprised of law enforcement, community service providers, teachers, school administrators, and community volunteers, took advantage of this opportunity. The Illinois Collation on
president, M.L. Seymour, Sect’y and James Johnson, Treas., a constitution and By Laws was adopted and a committee consisting of F.A. Smith, Silas Kidder, Wright C. Hall, Aquila Spencer, A.F. Johnson, J.P. Smith, Dr. J. Blount, John S. Rosier and M.L. Seymour was appointed with power to go on and complete the work. “The monument proper was erected at a cost of $950, but the foundation, fence etc., increased that amount to $1,400.” The initial concept then was to inscribe the names of
all of local soldiers who had died in that war. In practice the monument eventually included all local civil war veterans upon their passing, including those who had enlisted in other states, such as Richard Christopher, Byron’s only AfricanAmerican Civil War veteran. Curiously, one that was missed in this latter category was Lieutenant Luke Parsons, a prominent former Byron citizen who had enlisted in Kansas. Although veterans of the earlier 1812 war and the later Spanish-American war have also been included it’s fair to claim this is primarily a Civil
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such an experience could impact youth for many years to come. The Ogle County Juvenile Justice Council is hoping to partner with the Illinois Childhood Trauma Coalition and the Illinois Collaboration on Youth in the future. The agencies look to bring additional training opportunities to law enforcement, social service agencies, and educators throughout Ogle County.
Oregon FFA offers new Christmas tree experience after Thanksgiving After a busy and productive off season, Sinnissippi Farm and Forest and the Oregon FFA are anxious to begin another Christmas tree season. This year’s tree selection includes Premium Fraser, Douglas Fir and White Pine and Scotch Pine. Douglas Fir and Fraser Fir Wreaths and White Pine Garland will also be available. Santa Helpers, Oregon FFA members, will be there to assist customers find their perfect tree. There will be saws provided, shakers to remove loose needles and baled netting for ease of handling. Assistance will also be available in securing the trees to vehicles. A worker shapes a tree in preparation of the Christmas Wagon rides or visits with tree season at the Sinnissippi Farm and Forest and the Santa will be available Oregon FFA lot east of Oregon. The lot will open the day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on after Thanksgiving. Photo supplied
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Youth defined childhood trauma as, “The experience of an event by a child that is emotionally painful or distressful which often results in lasting mental and physical effects.” Research supports that such trauma could be the result of events such as abuse, an accident, illness, criminal victimization, or a natural disaster. Studzinski made reference to the tornadoes that devastated communities in 2014 and warned that
War monument. It was one of the first in Illinois to be erected and the earliest one still standing in 2016, its sesquicentennial. It should be no surprise that Byron was among the first communities in the country to build a monument to fallen Union soldiers and sailors. In the years leading up to the Civil War the village had already been active in supporting the political causes of retaining the Union
and resistance to slavery. Visit byronchamber. com for updates about the rededication or the forum. For more information about the Soldier’s monument and its’ history call the Byron Museum at 815-234-5031, or send an e-mail to director@ byronmuseum.org.
weekends. Refreshments including Cliff’s apple cider donuts, hot cocoa, warm cider, and coffee will be provided around the fire pit. New this year is a brandnew concession stand built by the Oregon FFA’s Agriculture Mechanics Class. With these new amenities hot dogs and a better selection of drinks will be available. Opening day is the Friday after Thanksgiving (Nov. 27) from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The lot will be open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12-4 p.m. and weekends from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come out and support the future of agriculture as they work with Sinnissippi Farm to provide the best Christmas Tree experience in Northern Illinois.
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Scheme to surprise employee goes off with a small glitch By Vinde Wells vwells@oglecounty news.com A scheme to surprise a city employee with a service award went off at the Nov. 2 Polo City Council meeting — but not quite as planned. City Clerk Susie Corbitt planned to present Deputy Clerk Sue Waszak with a watch for her 25 years of employment with the city. Since Corbitt wanted the award to come as a surprise, she enlisted the help Mayor Doug Knapp in a little friendly deception. She asked Waszak to fill in for her and take the minutes at the council meeting, using the excuse that she couldn’t attend because it was her birthday. According to plan, Corbitt slipped into the city hall shortly after the meeting started and hid out of sight in the utility room. The utility room has two doors, one in the entry area and the other in the council’s meeting room. Knapp was supposed to
open the second door at just the right time for Corbitt to step into the meeting room to make the presentation. That’s where the plan went awry. When Corbitt closed the first door behind her to slip into the utility room, air pressure caused the meeting room door to open. Alderman Troy Boothe, oblivious to the plan, tried to close the door only to have it pop open again — and again. He finally slammed it shut — but good. It was stuck and by the time Knapp wrestled it open, Corbitt has made her entrance by the other door. “It was dark back there!” she said after emerging. After a hearty laugh, Corbitt made the presentation to a very surprised and slightly emotional Waszak. “Sue is the most dependable, one of the best employees this city has ever had,” Corbitt said. “We’ve worked together for 23 years. It’s been a delight to work with her. We’re a very good team.”
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Local veterans are featured in book Dane Van Oosten, Grand Detour, is among the fourth generation of Van Oostens to serve in the U.S. military. “We were born warriors. It’s what we all knew we would do,” he said of his family’s commitment to service. That bravery and sense of duty to country is celebrated in “Tales of Valor,” a 128page book written and published by Sauk Valley Media. The stories of the Van Oostens and other Sauk Valley residents who have
served in conflicts from World War II to the present day are included in the book, as are a number of photos of veterans and current service members submitted by relatives and friends. Order a limited edition copy today for $19.95 plus tax at SVM’s Sterling office at 3200 E. Lincolnway, or the Dixon office at 113 S. Peoria Ave., or by phone with a credit card at 815-625-3600 or 815-284-2224. The book will be available in late November.
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Polo City Clerk Susie Corbitt, right, presents Deputy Clerk Sue Waszak with a watch in appreciation of her 25 years with the city at the Nov. 2 city council meeting. Oregon VFW Post 8739, Photo by Vinde Wells 1310 W. Washington St., will
“I’m touched,” Waszak said as she unwrapped her watch. She said she has enjoyed working with Corbitt and looks forward to her job every day. Her tenure has spanned five mayors — Bud Davis, Butch Hunt, Jeff Van Oosten, Mark Scholl, and Knapp. Waszak said she never expected the job to be so longterm when she began it on Nov. 1 or 2, 1990.
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“I was hired temporarily to work for three months for someone who had just had a baby,” she said with a laugh. At that time Starr McCambridge was the city clerk and all the water and sewer bills were done by hand. By her third year, Waszak said the office got computers to do those bills.
host a creamed turkey and biscuit dinner on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. The dinner will consist of creamed turkey, biscuit,
mashed potatoes, veggie, cranberry, and dessert. The cost of the dinner will be $8. All proceeds after expenses will go to help the VFW with their veteran services.
Spirit’s Harmony to perform on Nov. 18
Oregon United Methodist Church, 200 S. Fourth St., will host the a cappella And by way, Nov. 2 really group Spirit’s Harmony was Corbitt’s birthday. for a Thanksgiving Praise and Worship experience on Wednesday, Nov. 18 in the church’s Family Life Center. The evening will begin with a family potluck at 5:30
p.m. The musical service will begin at 6:30 p.m. The community is invited to attend. Bring a dish to share for the potluck. Table service and beverages will be provided. Call the church office to RSVP at 815-732-2994.
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The David L. Rahn Junior High is hosting an online said they were closely and in-store book fair to watching the weather April raise money for the library. 9 when the EF-4 tornado The event will take place destroyed their home, two on Saturday, Nov. 21from outbuildings, 65 trees, and 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the their possessions. Barnes and Noble store “It was predicted for three in the CherryVale Mall in days that we could get a Rockford. severe storm,” he said. On that day, customers When the skies turned Rick and Dawn Geist’s two story home on Ill. 72 in Fairdale was damaged beyond purchasing any item in the threatening, he and Dawn repair in the April EF4 tornado. Volunteers are needed to help the couple build a new store, just need to mention and their three dogs and a cat home near Oregon. Photo by Vinde Wells code #11736071 and DLR took refuge for the basement will receive a percentage of basement they were told of their two-story home on the sales. In addition, B & N by police to leave the area the northeast side of Fairdale. will honor that same coupon because of propane leaks. Their home, like most online from Nov. 21 through Dawn said she is grateful others in the tiny village on Nov. 26. Ill. 72, was damaged beyond for all the help they have Any purchase made online received. repair. “I’m pretty amazed at all “We lost everything. It totally wiped us off the face the people who are willing to of the earth,” Rick said. “It’s help,” she said. To help with the project by weird what Mother Nature volunteering time, monetary can do in 10 seconds.” donations, or materials and The public is invited to The roof was ripped off the equipment call or text project a Thanksgiving worship house they had lived in for 24 service on Sunday, Nov. 22 at years, and it was moved four manager Regina Smola at 218-206-3455 or email her 4 p.m. at Trinity Evangelical inches off the foundation, at regina@operationrebuild. Lutheran Church, 308 E. Rick said. Brayton Road, Mt. Morris. A horse they were org. The event is sponsored boarding and several barn For more information visit by Trinity, the Mt. Morris cats perished in the storm. Church of the Brethren, and Once the Geists and their http//operationrebuild.org/ Disciples United Methodist pets emerged from the geist. Church, which take turns hosting it. We publish wedding, birth, engagement, and The community worship service will benefit two local anniversary notices for FREE. Email your and Rick Geist and their granddaughter Kayla food pantries, Loaves and submissions to: news@oglecountynews.com Dawn Davis, 10, pose for a photo on the deck of the double- Fish Food Pantry, Mt. Morris, or call us at 815-732-6166, ext. 5903. wide trailer the couple are living in while their new house and Lifeline, Oregon. The public is invited to is under construction. Photo by Vinde Wells
during that week will benefit the DLR program as well. On that Saturday, DLR student volunteers will be on hand to wrap holiday presents, host a story time in the children’s area of the store and face paint. There will also be a special drink named in honor of DLR (Eagle’s Spiced Apple Cider) and holiday cheesecakes available for sale in the coffee shop. Additional information will be available on the school’s website. Please direct any questions to the DLR library or office.
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Thanksgiving worship service set for Nov. 22
Celebrat! th! Season We hope you will join us at one or all of FHN’s Festival of Trees events – there’s something for everyone!
Holiday Family Movie Series Saturday movies start at 10 a.m. November 21 The Peanuts Movie (G) $3.50 November 28 The Hunger Games, Mockingjay Part 2 (PG-13) $3.50 December 5 The Good Dinosaur (PG) $3.50 December 12 Home Alone (PG-13) FREE 25th Anniversary Edition December 19 Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens (PG-13) $3.50
*Star Wars movie will start at 9 a.m. rather than 10 a.m.
Lindo Theatre, 115 S. Chicago Avenue, Freeport No advance tickets • Limited seating Holiday surprise from FHN for all kids BONUS MOVIE Wednesday, December 16 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Christmas in Connecticut (1945) Free-will offering and/or food drive contribution
Community Holiday Tree Lighting Enjoy refreshments and holiday caroling as we “flip the switch” to light up Freeport’s holiday tree! Sunday, November 22 • 5 p.m. Stephenson Street side of FHN Memorial Hospital Refreshments • Holiday caroling • Special guests • Free Singin’ at the King Local school choruses Thursday, December 3 • 5:30 p.m. King Community Campus gymnasium Suggested donation of one non-perishable food item for entry Festival of Giving Donations of toys and money will be accepted throughout the day to benefit underprivileged children in our area Friday, December 4 • 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. HCC Student/Conference Center Highland Youth Choir Performance Enjoy holiday carols and tour the FHN Community Festival of Trees Monday, December 7 • 5:30 p.m. Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport
bring canned goods, which will be given to Lifeline Food Pantry. A freewill monetary offering will be taken during the service for Loaves and Fish Food Pantry. For more information, call the Disciples United Methodist Church at 815734-4853, Mt. Morris Church of the Brethren at 815-734-4573, or Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church at 815-734-6354, or go to www.disciplesumc.org, www.mtmcob.com or www. trinitymm.net.
Community Festival of Trees Enjoy holiday trees decorated by local service organizations, clubs and church groups competing for prizes. Vote for your favorite through Saturday, December 19! December 7 – January 2 Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street Hosted by FHN and the Freeport Public Library Luminary Walk Enjoy the sight of luminaries lighting the sidewalks along Stephenson Street and Lincoln Boulevard as FHN joins this annual neighborhood tradition. Sunday, December 13 • Dusk Along Stephenson Street and Lincoln Boulevard
Happy Holidays from your friends at FHN!
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OES chool students perform Cinderella The Oregon Park District and the Oregon Elementary School teamed up last week to present two performances of Disney’s Cinderella Kids in the Jefferson Gym. Twenty-seven OES students performed the play which included nine musical numbers and several set changes. Cast members were: Cinderella, Amanda Stuart; Fairy Godmother, Abigail Fletcher; Perla (head mouse), Abigail Rogers; Stepmother, Ella Garncarz; Drizella (stepsister), Lillian Harriett; Anastasia (stepsister), Tayla Rufer; Jaq (head mouse), Cruz Hernandez; Gus Gus (head mouse), Madison Prillar; Luke (head mouse), Jackson Caposey; Prince, Luke Tinsman; Herald, Brady Davis; King, Houston
Arterburn; Grand Duke, Gregory Gabucci; Narrator 1, Gertrude Mullen; Narator 2, Mya Hernandez; Narrator 3, Elizabeth Elsasser; Narrator 4, Anna Marquardt; Town Crier 1, Brookelyn Poggensee; Town Crier 2, Adeline Tinsman; and Mouse Ensemble, Gabrielle Gabucci, Sabrina Leather, Cora Miatke, Ariana Olexa, Sonya Plescia, Karlie Troha, Emily Watters, and Madelyn Wendt. The director was Katherine Donnelly, OES music teacher and the set designer and stage manager was Kelly Handschuh. Noah Russell was the assistant director. Assistant set designers and stage managers were Barret Gruneberg, Nora Hammer, and Joy Zhu. Brady Davis, playing the Herald, celebrates when the glass slipper fits Cinderella, played by Amanda Stuart.
Ella Garncarz, Lillian Harriett, Taylar Rufer, Brookelyn Poggensee, and Adeline Tinsman perform a scene during the Oregon Park Districts and Oregon Elementary Madison Prillar, playing Gus Gus the head mouse talks to her mice during the Oregon Park District and Oregon Elementary School’s performance of Cinderella Kids on Sunday. Photos by Earleen Hinton School’s performance of Cinderella Kids on Sunday.
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Byron upsets Wilmington to advance in 3A playoffs By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Heading into Saturday’s second-round 3A playoff game with Byron, Wilmington hadn’t lost a football game since Oregon stunned them 22-21 in 2013. The Big Northern Conference continued to vex the Wildcats, as Byron stopped a 24-game winning streak and beat the No. 1 seed 42-35. Throw in a 2011 playoff loss to Winnebago and Wilmington has to wonder what it needs to do to get past the gauntlet that is the Big Northern. Besides Byron, undefeated Rockford Lutheran and Marengo are also still alive in the playoffs. The real story, though, was a gutty effort by a Byron team that lost starting quarterback Payton Janssen to a leg injury in the first half
and also saw Zach Cogswell go down. The star of the game was running back Jacob Elsbury, who had 200 yards rushing and completed Byron’s only pass. What a huge pass it was. Trailing 35-34 with seven minutes left in the game, Elsbury threw an 80-yard halfback option pass to Justin Martinez for the game winner. Wimington was caught off guard and a wide-open Martinez ran free into the end zone, as the large home crowd at stared in disbelief. Earlier, Nick Hawkins, who has 1,600 rushing yards for the year, gave Wilmington a 35-34 lead, as a missed Byron extra point loomed large Then, the Tigers fumbled deep in their own territory, but Wilmington was unable to take advantage, turning the ball back over on downs, setting up Elsbury’s heroics.
Byron took an early 7-0 lead on an Elsbury touchdown, set up by a 53yard run by Avery Carlson. Wilmington scored 21 unanswered points and fans from Byron may have been wondering if this would be repeat of last year’s 46-13 win by the Wildcats in the semifinals, especially with Janssen and Cogswell on the bench. Converting two fourth downs keyed a 16-play, 69yard scoring drive for Byron, as Martinez, filling in for Cogsweel, ran 14 yards to cut the lead to 21-14. Elsbury set up the next Byron score with a 58-yard run for first-and-goal. With time running out in the second half and Byron out of timeouts, Carlson gave his team a momentum boost with a 1-yard touchdown to cut the lead to 28-21. In the third quarter, it was the Byron defense and Elsbury taking over the
Byron’s McCoy Ziel (55), Justin Martinez (22), Seth Linart (21), Zack Cogswell (25) wrap up a Lisle Senior player in his tracks during playoff action on Oct. 30. The Tigers defeated Wilmington on Nov. 7 and will travel to Kankakee on Nov. 14. Photo by Earleen Hinton
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Polo beats Warren 40-0 in 1A playoff action Next game is Nov. 14, 2 p.m. By Patrick Mason Sauk Valley Media pmason@saukvalley.com The Polo football team got the nudge it needed from its defense on Saturday. The Marcos played like a snowball at the top of a hill, just waiting for a push to send it on a wild ride. The defense gave them that push, forcing Warren into a turnover on downs to set up a quick strike from Dylan Beers. From there, the Marcos couldn’t be stopped. Polo’s defense set up its dominant rushing attack in a 40-0 win over Warren in a second-round game of the Class 1A playoffs at Meridian Park. “It took us a while to really get going,” Polo running back Brooks Grobe said. “We’ve been able to run the ball all year, and once we started to play our game, our style, we started to pull away from them.” Polo (11-0) gained 319 of its 340 total yards on the ground, led by Grobe’s game-high 165. The powerful back carved up Warren’s defense, cutting upfield and breaking halfhearted arm tackles. The senior wore down the Warriors all game, leading to his 69-yard touchdown run with 4:20 to play in the third quarter which gave Polo a 34-0 lead and all but put the game away. While Grobe sped through
holes, Beers offered a change of pace and scored the first two touchdowns of the game. The 5-foot-10, 205-pound fullback hit a wide-open hole to his left and raced 35 yards for a score. Polo’s defense forced a Warren turnover on downs, which gave Polo the ball back on the Warriors 35, setting up Beers’ score. “I’ll be the first to say I’m not that fast,” Beers said. “When the line opened up that hole, I told myself I had to score. Those first points were huge. I think they didn’t want to waste possessions against us so that’s why they went for it, and our defense was ready.” Beers added another touchdown late in the second quarter, helping Polo to a 16-0 halftime lead. The Warriors felt positive down only two scores at halftime, but all that work went for naught on Warren’s opening drive of the second half. A false start backed the Warriors up to their 26, but two run plays and an incomplete pass forced them to punt. The ensuing snap went over the punter’s head and through the back of the end zone for a safety. “As much as we can all see that 40-0 score,” Warriors lineman Jake Sigafus said, “we all thought we could catch them coming out of halftime. We’ve scored 16 points before, but when that safety happened we all just put our heads down. We knew it was over, and they
rolled from there.” Polo tacked on another touchdown after the safety, as quarterback Brody Grobe connected with Richie Bartnick on a 21-yard throw and catch. It was Brody Grobe’s only completion of the game. He finished 1-for-5 with two interceptions and touchdown, but the Marcos didn’t need a passing attack to put away the Warriors. Jesse Ditzler capped the scoring with a 2-yard plunge midway through the fourth quarter. Polo held Warren (74) to 183 total yards, and intercepted quarterback Payton Calow four times. The Marcos will play Stark County – a 42-16 winner over Forreston – on the road in the quarterfinals on Nov. 14. Game time is 2 p.m. The Rebels knocked Polo out of the playoffs last season.
Polo’s Ethan Cain sacks Warren quaterback Payton Calow during Saturday playoff action. Photo by Earleen Hinton
All-conference Hawks Seven Oregon High School soccer players have been named to the Big Northern All-Conference team. Unanimous selections were: Jarrett Reynolds, Konner Wilson, Trey Wilson, Eduardo Guzman, and
Isidoro Marcos. Austin Milan was all conference and Harneey Singh was honorable mention. The selections are made by Polo’s Richie Bartnick runs for a gain during Saturday action against Warren. Photo by Earleen Hinton conference coaches.
Polo Marcos to get another shot at Stark County By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com After losing 49-12 to Stark County last year and 25-13 in 2008, Polo has another shot at the Rebels. This Saturday at 2 p.m., the Marcos will return to Gary Johnson Field in Wyoming with a much different team than the 2014 version. “We understand Polo has a lot of returning players that are a year older and a year stronger,” SC coach
Jade Noard. “All their skill kids are very talented and we are somewhat familiar with them from last year and seeing them in round one. I think their quarterback is a concern. He’s a very talented player that has the ball in his hands every play and it skilled at running and passing.” A major concern for Noard is shutting down Polo’s big play capability. “We have to keep them away from the big plays,” Noard said. “Our defense
has been good at doing that, making teams execute over the course of a long drive to score on us most of the time.” SC hopes to use its physical style of play counteract whatever big-play capability Polo has. “We have felt our line, on both sides of the ball, has been our strength all year,” Noard said. That physical line opens up holes for Chase Johnston, a 5-10, 170-pound running back, who has
1,918 yards rushing on 232 carries. Leading receiver is Logan Knobloch (38-for990 yards), who torched Forreston for 210 yards on seven grabs. Directing the offense is John Groter. The 6-2, 185-pound junior had his hand in every touchdown against Forreston and has only thrown one interception in 111 passing attempts, completing 65 percent of his throws for 1,446 yards. “They’re big, athletic and have weapons,” Polo coach
Andrew Hofer said. “We need to neutralize what they do best and make them do things they aren’t as comfortable with.” Anchor on both sides of the line is 6-0, 240-pound McCauley Johnston. One thing in Polo’s favor is that Tremont and Forreston were able to move the ball on SC’s defense. “I feel good about our offense and their abilities,” Hofer said. Another test for Polo is playing at one of the toughest
1A venues in the state, with Noard promising SC to have a huge crowd. The Rebels are 22-2 in last 24 games at home, with the only losses to state champs Mercer County and Forreston. “We’re really excited to be in that kind of environment,” Hofer said. “It’s a chance for redemption after what happened last year. Our players have four playoff games under their belts and shouldn’t be fazed by going Turn to B2
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Forreston Cardinals lose to Stark County 42-16 By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.com Stark County may have graduated an all-state quarterback in Joe Charvat, but they have a more than suitable replacement in John Groter. In a 42-16 win over Forreston in the second round of the 1A playoffs On Nov. 7, the 6-2, 180-pound junior either set up, scored himself or passed for every Rebel (110) touchdown. It was three pass conversions on third-and-long in the first half by Groter that spurred SC to a 21-0 lead. He deftly shoveled the ball to Chase Johnston for a 41yard score on third-and-16, baffling the Cardinal defense and giving his team a 7-0 lead. On the next series, he found favorite receiver Logan Knobloch for a 39-yarder to the 1-yard line, setting up a touchdown run by Johnston. The prettiest of all was a 69yard bomb to Knobloch on third-and-10 to make it 21-0 early in the second quarter. “Their quarterback kept hitting his spots,” Forreston (8-3) defensive coordinator Kyle Zick said. “We tried showing different looks man, zone. Nothing seemed to work.” “Every third down, they had a kid stepping up,” Forreston coach Denny Diduch said. After fumbling the ball away inside Stark County’s 1-yard line, Forreston got the ball back on a punt and scored on a 9-play drive with a 1-yard run by Matt Akins to close to within 21-8. On the play before the Cardinal goal line fumble,
one line judge signaled a touchdown on an Akins’ run, but was overruled by the other officials. “I was very concerned at halftime,” SC coach Jade Noard said. “They really took it to us in the second quarter.” With Akins up the middle and AJ Christensen and Logan Rogers finding the edge, Forreston put up 212 first-half rushing yards and nearly scored again before half, but time ran out 15 yards from the SC goal line. Hoping to carry that momentum into the second half, Forreston went for it on fourth-and-2 on its opening drive, but was stopped at midfield. “Offensively, we had two drives that came up a yard short,” Diduch said. “If we get those, we have them on their heels.” Instead, it was Groter converting a pair of 15-yard passes to set up his 5-yard touchdown run and 28-8 Rebel lead. “Forreston did a good job of stopping Chase, opening up the passing lanes,” Groter said. After Trace Tuthill intercepted Cardinal quarterback Hunter Daws, SC tacked on another score for a 35-8 advantage, keyed by a pair of Groter passes. “He’s done that all year for us,” Noard said. “We really came back and answered the bell in the third quarter.” Forreston turned SC away on the game’s opening drive, only to fumble it away a few plays later. “We had too many miscues,” Diduch said. The turnovers and missed fourth down conversions hurt Forreston most. SC took
Marcos to face Rebels From B1 shouldn’t be fazed by going against one of the premier programs in 1A.” Noard is no stranger to NUIC football, having played nine playoff games against those teams. “I think anyone who follows small-school football would be surprised that
the NUIC would only have one team remaining in the quarterfinals,” Noard said. “We are very familiar with the quality of play seen throughout that conference. I like the fact our kids have been in some closer games (than Polo has) this year and know how to perform in those situations.”
advantage of a Cardinal nogainer on fourth-and-two on the next possession and used the short field for a 14-0 lead. “The best way to control the game is keep the ball away from them. We weren’t always able to do that,” Diduch said. Forreston put together a drive to the SC 17-yard line, but a failed fourth down gave it back and Groter quickly found Knobloch with the scoring bomb. Knobloch finished with seven catches for 210 yards. Forreston’s first score came on a drive that had a fourth-down conversion, a Christensen 10-yard run on second man through. Five plays later, is was Akins scoring. After the Rebels went up 35-8 in the second half, all Forreston could muster at the time was a pair of four-andouts sandwiched around an interception, as SC continued to ratchet up the defensive pressure. “Last year, we couldn’t stop their inside game and they gave us problems with DeVries in shot gun,” lineman McCauley Johnston said. “We weren’t strong enough either. Hopefully, we’re better this year than last.” Christensen had the game’s longest run of the night, with a 44-yard touchdown on the counter to make it 35-16 early in the fourth quarter. The two sophomores, Akins and Christensen, combined for 252 yards rushing and were among numerous younger players making an impact all season. “Sure, we have a lot of sophomores and junior coming back, but this game was about the seniors,” Diduch said. “With winning a state title last year and accomplishing more than anyone thought this year, including maybe our coaches, Forreston football is on the rise and we seniors were a part of it,” said Logan Rogers, one of only six seniors.” Stark County, which had 434 yards of total offense, moves on to host Polo in a quarterfinal at Wyoming in a battle of 11-0 teams on Nov. 14. Game time is 2 p.m.
Forreston’s Logan Rogers battles Stark County’s Chase Johnston for yards during playoff action in Forreston on Saturday night. Photos by Earleen Hinton
Forreston’s Cody Stewart (60), Cody Moser (75), and Michael Singley (25) try to contain Stark County quarterback Josh Groter during playoff action Saturday night.
Sports Column Theme plays out during journey to playoff sites By Andy Colbert acolbert@oglecounty news.con I never intended for a travelogue to be the subject of this week’s column, but as Saturday progressed, a specific theme seemed to play out. 6:10 a.m. - LandersLoomis Field in Oregon. A few laps around the track for me, as the crescent moon slowly gave way to the sun with a promise of a bright and chilly day for watching high school football. Across the road on the Park West walking path, I spotted long-time coach Ken Scott also getting some early morning exercise in. It was nearly 40 years ago that Scott took Oregon took its first playoff game, one of 29 that the Hawks would
play over the years, many contested on the field I was running around. This past year, Scott helped coach Rock Falls, a team that has not been to the playoffs in over 20. I wondered what he was thinking about on the eve of the second round of the IHSA playoffs – maybe that 1978 playoff game Oregon had against Stockton or perhaps trying to make sense of Rock Falls’ struggles in 2015 and beyond? Probably neither. 11:23 p.m. – Leaf River, a town that hasn’t had a football team since 1984. Strangely, the old football field was jam packed with cars, trucks and motor homes, just like a tailgating for the big game. Was I imagining things in this tiny hamlet of 443 residents? Upon further inspection, the field was being utilized as parking for dirt bikers to go out and do their thing. When that last game was played 31 years ago, who
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would have thought this to be the case? 12:37 p.m. – Lena, site of the Orion vs Le-Win 1A playoff game and back to reality compared to my curiosity at Leaf River. There were also cars, trucks and motor homes, but all paths led to a genuine football game. Fans from L-W and Orion gathered on the same side of the field, as no seating is available on the visitors side. With limited bleachers, as is characteristic of most 1A fields, the choice of many were lawn chairs and blankets and everyone coexisted peacefully. Not only that, but all of us were treated to a scintillating small-school battle that came down to the last play of the game. Afterwards, I’m sure fans, coaches, players, students and parents from both sides experienced the highs and lows that came with such an emotional ending, but I didn’t have time to observe that. There was Polo football to be had and 12 miles of the Old Stagecoach Trail road stood in the way. 3:10 p.m. – Meridian Park in Warren. Only two miles from the Wisconsin state line, Warren and its
4:55 p.m. – Stockton, site of yet another 1A playoff game. The game had ended an hour ago and all that was left was a few random vehicles parked by the field, leftover debris from the concession stand, tattered programs and some sorrow on the part of the losing home team. 5:28 p.m. – Lanark, via Rte. 78, though I should have taken the much quicker Ill. 73 south for the eventual destination of Forreston. It did afford me yet another peak at a town’s pride and joy – the football field, right on Ill. 64. On this very same day last year, the bowl-shaped field was abuzz with activity, as
EPC beat Hall in a 27-20 on its way to a state title. Now, it sat empty, as it would for all of the 2015 post-season. The dizzying heights of the previous year are hard to come down from, especially the more emotionally invested ones becomes in those Saturday afternoons at the football field. 5:59 p.m. – Forreston, where the stadium lights could be seen in the distance, a welcoming beacon to a weary traveler of the highways and byways of northwest Illinois. That’s me and I wasn’t quite prepared for what hit me upon leaving my car and entering the field. Everything seemed to be at a larger scale. Maybe it was those lights. Maybe it was the enormous crowd that filled the bleachers and ringed the field, by far, the biggest of the day. Or, maybe the thundering roar of the Stark County and Forreston faithful. The action on the field itself also seemed so much more fast-paced than what took place at Le-Win and Warren. As a glanced at several Polo players taking in the action, I wondered if they sensed this, as well? 8:47 p.m. – Mt. Morris. The journey is near an end,
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with only a few miles to go. Do I dare take a slight detour of a few blocks and visit one more football field? With 117 miles on the odometer, what would it hurt? Recent history will tell you that Terry Jenkins and Vern Welp took Mounder football teams to the playoffs in 1991 and 1992, losing to Manlius both times. By the mid 90s, both Mt. Morris and Manlius lost their football teams, just as Leaf River did a decade earlier. Among small towns scattered throughout northwest Illinois, there is many a football field, a vestige of the past for some and for others, a place that gives hope on Saturdays in November.
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State’s Attorney Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric Morrow reports the following court activity. Nov. 4 David Merritt, 32, Leaf River, pleaded guilty to driving while license suspended, a Class 4 felony. Ogle County Associate Circuit Court Judge John C. Redington sentenced him to 120 days imprisonment and 24 months probation. He must submit to random drug and alcohol testing, cooperate with and satisfactorily complete psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as directed, pay a $600 probation fee; $100 to Crimestoppers; and $100 to the Violent Crime Victim Assistance (VCVA) Fund. Douglas Simms, 41, Monroe Center, aggravated DUI, pre-trial conference Nov. 9. Pedro Mora-Mejia, 34, Rockford, aggravated robbery (2 counts), pre-trial conference Nov. 9. Gebahet Bustamante, 53, Chicago, driving while license revoked, failed to
appear: $5,000 arrest warrant remains. Justin Winters, 32, Princeton, driving while license revoked, violation of order of protection, preliminary hearing Dec. 23. Clint Ingram, 25, Byron, theft, pre-trial conference Dec. 14. Justin Carraher, 28, Rochelle, retail theft, pretrial conference Nov. 9. Stefanie WilliamsBlanton, 34, Davis Junction, possession of a controlled substance, pre-trial conference Dec. 14. Nov. 5 Cody Logan, 22, Byron, aggravated criminal sexual abuse/criminal sexual abuse, status Nov. 17. Nov. 6 Graham Flinchum, 36, Oregon, pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance, a Class 4 felony, and possession of cannabis, a Class A misdemeanor. Ogle County Circuit Court Judge John B. Roe sentenced to 60 days imprisonment and 24 months probation. He must submit to DNA testing, attend a Victim Impact
Panel, submit to random drug testing, cooperate with and satisfactorily complete any psychological or substance abuse assessments or treatment as directed, pay a $600 Probation Fee; $500 street value fine; $500 drug assessment; $100 lab analysis fee; $100 to Crimestoppers, and $100 to the VCVA Fund. One count of possession of a controlled substance and one count of resisting a peace officer were dismissed per a plea agreement. Michael McDonald, 67, Indiana, theft, preliminary hearing Nov. 18.
Nov. 2 At 3:34 p.m., deputies stopped a black Ford Expedition in the 3,000 block of Mud Creek Road for crossing the center traffic line. Previous to the stop the vehicle had been called in as a reckless driver traveling southbound on Ill. 2. It was then reported to have turned westbound on Mudcreek Road. The driver of the vehicle, Wendy J. Hillers, 65, Winnebago, was arrested for driving while under the influence of drugs and cited for driving in the wrong lane. Nov. 3 David F. Lewis, 45, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for contempt of court. Lewis’s purge bond was set at $1,089 pending a court appearance. Robert A. Carlson, 64, Byron, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County
warrant for failure to appear. Carlson was released after posting $160 partial payment of the $460 full cash bond. Carlson is scheduled to appear in court on Nov. 30.
Nov. 4 At 8:43 a.m., deputies and the Monroe Center Fire Department responded to a single-vehicle accident with injuries on I-39 at the McNeal Road overpass. A GMC truck was driving northbound on I-39 when it crossed into the center median and struck the crash cushion at the foot of the overpass bridge support. The truck then rolled over once and came to rest on its wheels in the median. The driver of the truck, Claude A. Blasing, 64, Lindenwood, was extricated from the vehicle by first responders and later flown to Rockford Memorial Hospital by REACT Helicopter for non-life threatening injuries. I-39 was closed in both directions for approximately 15 minutes while REACT Helicopter landed at the scene.
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Lynnville Ct., Lindenwood, Lynnville Township, $162,000. Jonathan E. Brandt and Megan M. Brandt, warranty deed to Shiloh N. Rhodes, 10215 E. Hickory Ridge Dr., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $229,000. Annette M. Powers and Annette M. Head, warranty deed Christopher T. Smalley, 111 N. Barry Ave., Byron, Byron Township, $133,500. Larry K. Wilson, warranty deed to Dale L. Merriman, 2150 N. Everett St., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $49,000. Jodi Otten and Randy Otten, warranty deed to Wayne Meador and Mildred Meador, 603 S. Main St., Chana, Pine Rock Township, $30,000. Michael H. Hoff and Cynthia L. Hoff, warranty deed to Alan Duncan and Beth Duncan, 3196 S. Silver Ridge Dr., Oregon, Rockvale Township, $172,000. Agnes C. Heller, warranty deed to James D. Young, 310 S. Seventh St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $105,000. Estate of Glenna I. Robertson, quit claim deed to Belinda C. Thomas, executor, property in Flagg Township, no address given.
Services, LLC, 2756 N. Indian Heights Dr., Oregon, Rockvale Township. T & R Rentals, LLC, warranty deed to Joshua Andrews and Stacey Andrews, 201 N. Main St., Kings, White Rock Township, $86,500. Lisa Nowels, warranty deed to National Residential Nominee Services, Inc., 412 S. Kaye Lane, Creston, Dement Township, $143,000. National Residential Nominee Services, Inc., warranty deed to Javier R. Salinas and Carol E. Salinas, 412 S. Kaye Lane, Creston, Dement Township, $143,000.
Property Transfers Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the county recorder’s office. The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and township of the property. Oct. 30 Christopher D. Cline and Fidela C. Cline, warranty deed to Andrew J. Hogan, 328 W. Fourth St., Byron, Byron Township, $128,250. Thomas M. Bemis and Louise A. Bemis, warranty deed to Scott M. Pumfrey, 5246 E. Husking Peg Rd., Chana, Pine Rock Township, $172,000. Dnita S. Russell, warranty deed to Eric C. Koenen and Shiovahn M. Koenen, 101 N. Cherry Ave., Polo, Buffalo Township, $86,000. Donna M. Page, warranty deed to Lyle Diddens and Belinda Diddens, 308 N. Locust, Baileyville, Forreston Township, $21,000. Quest Farms, LLC, warranty deed to Richard R. Quest and Frances J. Quest, property in Dement Township, no address given. Quest Farms, LLC, warranty deed to Richard R. Quest, trustee, and Bette J. Whaley, declaration of trust, property in Dement Township, no address given. Quest Farms, LLC,
From B3 At approximately 6:44 p.m., deputies responded to the 1900 block of S. Daysville Road for a two-vehicle accident with injuries. After an investigation, it was determined a southbound vehicle driven by Justin Baxter, 32, Oregon, failed to reduce speed and stuck another southbound vehicle driven by Nathan Johnson, 33, Rock Falls. A passenger in Johnson’s vehicle, Jacob Brandt, 32, Rock Falls, refused medical attention at the scene. Baxter was transported to OSF Saint Anthony’s by Lifeline Helicopter for treatment of apparent nonlife threatening injuries. Baxter was cited for driving while under the influence of alcohol, illegal transportation of alcohol, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Baxter will appear in court at a later date.
warranty deed to Cynthia L. Goguen, trustee, and Barbara D. Montanus, testamentary trust, property in Dement Township, no address given. Quest Farms, LLC, warranty deed to Richard R. Quest and Frances J. Quest, property in Dement Township, no address given. Quest Farms, LLC, warranty deed to Richard R. Quest, trustee, and Bette J. Whaley, declaration of trust, property in Dement Township, no address given. Quest Farms, Richard R. Quest, Richard R. Quest, trustee, Betty J. Whaley, declaration of trust, Ronald J. Quest, and Cynthia L. Goguen, warranty deed to Cynthia l. Goguen, trustee, and Barbara D. Montanus, testamentary trust, property in Dement Township, no address given. Cynthia L. Goguen, trustee, Barbara D. Montanus, testamentary trust, and Cynthia L. Goguen, warranty deed to Ronald J. Quest, property in Dement Township, no address given. Richard R. Quest, trustee, and Bette J. Whaley, declaration of trust, warranty deed to Richard R. Quest and Frances J. Quest, property in Dement Township, no address given. Richard Quest and Frances J. Quest, warranty deed to Richard R. Quest, trustee, and Betty J. Whaley, declaration of trust, property in Dement
The Oregon Fire Department and Oregon Police Department assisted with the accident. The accident remains under investigation. Jake Kammin, 21, Woodstock, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. Kammin’s full cash bond was set at $2,258.67 pending a court appearance. Crystal Jackson, 27, Rockford, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for driving while license suspended. Jackson posted 10% of a $7,500 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 4. Nov. 5 At 4:27 a.m., deputies responded to a rural Davis Junction home in reference to a male that had entered the house and was sitting at the kitchen table. Upon officers arrival, Matthew Stockman, 33,
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Township, no address given. Kristina Guagliardo, Nicola Guagliardo, and Kristina Vasauskas, quit claim deed to Rebecca O’Brien and Anthony O’Brien, property in Taylor Township, no address given. Winnebago Landfill Co., LLC, warranty deed to Peter Lyons and Robert A. Otto, property on E. Edson Road, no address given, Davis Junction, Scott Township, $200,000. Nov. 2. Larry D. Flanagan and Beverly A. Flanagan, warranty deed to Tyler J. McFadden and Jorie K. McFadden, 204 Phyllis Ave., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $103,750. Citifinancial Servicing, LLC, warranty deed to David S. Pottinger, 728 Woolf Ct., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $36,000. Ogle County Sheriff and Michael L. Abel, sheriff’s deed to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, 3332 S. Kings Rd., property in Flagg Township, no city given. Scott Sanders and Paula Sanders, warranty deed to Thomas M. Bemis and Louise A. Bemis, 306 S. Seventh St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $130,000. Larry K. Wilson, warranty deed to Williard W. Prusia, 1 E. Lincoln St., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $40,000. Linda Wiseman and David Wiseman, warranty
deed to Danny W. Kidder, Jr., and Melissa A. Kidder, 2726 N. Indian Heights Dr., Oregon, Rockvale Township, $145,000. Ronald L. Stewart, warranty deed to John W. Beltz and Rebecca B. Beltz, 210 E. Rockvale Dr., Byron, Rockvale Township, $39,000. David P. Johnson and Bobbie L. Johnson, warranty deed to Angela K. McHale and Michael P. McHale, 1822 Penny Lane, Byron, Byron Township, $195,500. Michael P. McHale and Angela K. McHale, warranty deed to Misty D. Korf and Kyle R. Korf, 1116 Old Hunter’s Run, Byron, Byron Township, $170,000. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, warranty deed to Allison Gale and Christopher R. McKeown, 131 W. Sixth St., Byron, Byron Township, $62,100. James Brown, quit claim deed to W. Louise Peter, 2 properties in Taylor Township, no address given. Howard M. Edwards, III, quit claim deed to Lorraine S. Edwards, trustee, Howard M. Edwards, III, trustee, and Howard and Lorraine Edwards, joint revocable trust, property on South Ridge Road, Dixon, Taylor Township, no address given. Nov. 3 Brian S. Harms and Brooke E. Harms, warranty deed to Joshua A. Egyed, 2830 N.
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North Aurora, was arrested for criminal trespass and disorderly conduct and taken to at the Ogle County jail in lieu of bond.
At approximately 8:30 p.m., deputies responded to a one-vehicle accident at the intersection of Razorville Road and River Road. After an investigation, it was determined that a 2010 Buick Enclave being driven by Victor Fong, 39, Loves Park, was northbound on Razorville Road and failed to stop for the stop sign at River Road. Fong drove through the intersection and down the ditch embankment on the other side striking a tree. Fong and his juvenile passenger were taken to Swedish American Hospital by Byron EMS for minor injuries sustained in the accident. No citations were issued. Sean Mushinski, 19, Mt. Morris, was arrested at 11:03 p.m. for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop in the 2000 block of W. Ill. 64. Mushinski was transported to the Ogle County Jail .
Nov. 6 Brian J. Clements, 26, Dixon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for petition to revoke. He posted 10 percent of a $25,000 bond was released. He is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 14. Stevie L. Dodillet, 24, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for retail theft. Dodillet was released on a recognizance bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 2. Hector HernandezGutierrez, 19, Freeport, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. He posted $120 of a partial bond and was released. He is scheduled to appear in court on Nov. 30. Chad A. McLaughlin, 30, LaSalle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for improper use of registration. He posted 10% of a $10,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 4. John B. Wells, 30, Oregon, was arrested on an
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outstanding Ogle County warrant for aggravated battery. He posted 10% of a $5,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Nov. 18. At approximately 5 p.m., deputies responded to a citizen complaint at 205 Mulberry Lane. After investigation, Joseph Lewis, 22, Dixon, was arrested for the unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Gregory Salmon, 18, Sterling, was arrested at 4:16 p.m. for possession of drug equipment following a traffic stop at Wilson Mill Road and Milledgeville Road for speeding. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail. He posted the required bond and will appear in court at a later date. Nov. 7 Joshua M. Holton, 20, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for petition to revoke and resisting/obstructing. His bonds were set at $10,000 (10%) and $120 (full cash) pending a court appearance. Michael D. Ramsey, 24, Oregon, was arrested on an outstanding Ogle County warrant for failure to appear. His full cash bond was set
Nov. 5 Ruby K. Hillers, warranty deed to Shayla A. Stamm, 411 S. Green Ave., Polo, Buffalo Township, $35,000. Wayne E. Shellhause and Trixie L. Shellhause, warranty deed to Tevis C. Gaylord and Hannah C. Gaylord, 16236 W. Ill. 64, Polo, Brookville Township, $95,000. Patricia Pollock, warranty deed to Timothy J. Spelde and Amy M. Spelde, 100 and 102 N. Crabapple Ct., Dixon, Taylor Township, $100,000. Ogle County Sheriff and Marty Boyd, sheriff’s deed to Pennyman Loan Services, LLC, 620 Cranbrook Lane, Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township. Orville Hesselbacher, quit claim deed to Antoni Kuzac, 2 N. Seminary St., Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $9,500.
at $1,352 pending a court appearance. Karissa Wiest, 18, Hanover, was arrested at 9:51 p.m. for driving while license suspended, unlawful possession of alcohol by a minor, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia following a traffic stop in the 1,000 block of N. River Road. Wiest was transported to the Ogle County Jail. Nov. 8 Mason Chockley, 19, Washington, was arrested at 9:12 p.m. for the unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and unlawful possession of cannabis, less than 2.5 grams following a traffic stop in the 19,000 block of E. Ill. 64. Chockley was also issued a citation for speeding. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail. At 11:21 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop at Lindenwood Road and Ill. 251 on a 2000 green Dodge Stratus for a loud exhaust. After an investigation, Aaron Harvey, 25, Holcomb, was arrested for driving while under the influence. Harvey was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. He also received a citation for loud muffler.
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Tips offered to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning From B4 Due to the increased use of carbon monoxide detectors in the last decade, the number of reported incidents has gone up while the number of carbon monoxide fatalities has steadily gone down. Symptoms of CO poisoning are very similar to those of the flu and include headache, fatigue,
shortness of breath, nausea and dizziness. Other signs of possible CO presence include condensation on walls and windows, house plants dying, house pets becoming sluggish and chronic odors from malfunctioning appliances. Residents who suspect they may be experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning, should go outside for fresh
air immediately and call 911 from a mobile phone outside or from a neighbor’s home. The OSFM recommends the following tips to help prevent CO poisoning: • Make sure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors with fresh batteries. • Put carbon monoxide detectors/alarms on each floor of a home and within 15 feet of each sleeping
area. • Check CO detectors once a month and be familiar with the sounds that the detector makes. • CO detectors have a limited operating life. Check the manufacturer’s instructions for information on replacement. • Never use a generator, grill, stove, or other fossil fuel-burning device inside a home, garage, or other
enclosed area. • Never heat a home with an oven. • Keep interior and exterior air vents clear of blockages or obstructions. • Make sure appliances are installed by a qualified technician and operated according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local building codes. • Have your building’s heating system inspected
and serviced annually; change or clean furnace filters regularly. • Have chimney or appliance vents cleaned and inspected for leakage, debris blockages, or a buildup of creosote.
27, Lindenwood, use of electronic communication device, Nov. 4, 2015 (Oct. 1, 2015), $120. Adeline M. Hanson, 96, Oregon, improper left turn into oncoming traffic, Nov. 4, 2015 (Oct. 12, 2015), $120. Mary A. Barclay, 80, Oregon, unsafe backing on a roadway, Nov. 6, 2015 (Oct. 10, 2015), $120. Madeline D. Sanders, 19, Oregon, failure to reduce speed, Nov. 5, 2015 (Oct. 3, 2015), $120.
Joseph W. Dettloff, 76, Mt. Morris, disregarding stop sign, Nov. 3, 2015 (Oct. 7, 2015), $120. Jennifer M. Freeman, 39, Davis Junction, disregarding stop sign, Nov. 4, 2015 (Oct. 18, 2015), $120. Alexis M. Walker, 19, Mt. Morris, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, Nov. 6, 2015 (Oct. 24, 2015), dismissed per state motion. Nathan Galloway, 27, Byron, disregarding stop sign, Nov. 2, 2015 (Oct. 29, 2015), $175.
remembered for her dedication and hard work. Lena is survived by her two daughters, Louise Meyer, Roanoke, and Judith (Tom) Nettles, Freeport; four grandchildren Sara (Jason) Stolp, Nicholas Meyer, Adam (Kristen) Meyer, and
Christian Meyer; and four great-grandchildren, Jonah Stolp, Slater Stolp, Micah Stolp, and Patrick Meyer. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her brother, Fritz LaBudde; and her son-in-law, Dr. Ronald Meyer. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Forreston Reformed Church, Forreston, with Rev. James Stralow officiating. Burial was at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Freeport. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in Lena’s name. Visit www.burketubbs. com to sign her online guestbook and to share memories.
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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. Brett R. Burke, 42, Oregon, fishing on private property, Nov. 5, 2015, (June 16, 2015), dismissed per state motion.
Anders J. Arvigo, 48, Oregon, operating watercraft with out personal flotation device type 1-3, Nov. 2, 2015 (Sept. 7, 2015), $120. James A. Gross, 54, Mt. Morris, driving under the influence of alcohol, Nov. 2, 2015 (Feb. 5, 2014), not guilty. Nestor L. Anaya, 18, Mt. Morris, driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, Nov. 4, 2015 (Sept. 12, 2015), $140. Julius R. Miller, III, Oregon, driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, Nov. 3,
2015 (Sept. 24, 2015), $140. Scott A. Ghibellini, 20, Oregon, improper traffic lane usage, Nov. 4, 2015 (Oct. 3, 2015), $120. Jennifer S. Barnett, 46, Davis Junction, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, Nov. 4, 2015, (Oct. 2, 2015), dismissed per state motion. Daryl J. Grennan, 44, Byron, driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, Nov. 3, 2015 (Oct. 6, 2015), $140. Kyle D. Gardner, 32, Leaf River, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Nov. 4,
2015 (Oct. 5, 2015), $291. Ashley N. Rahn, 32, Stillman Valley, speeding 2634 mph over the speed limit, charge amended/reduced to driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, Nov. 4, 2015 (Oct. 2, 2015), $320. Jessica L. May, 29, Davis Junction, driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, Nov. 2, 2015 (Oct. 8, 2015), $140. John W. Jamison, 24, Byron, headlight violation, Nov. 2, 2015 (Oct. 2, 2015), $120. Nicholas A. Somers,
Obituaries Hans J. Kruger Hans J. Kruger, 89, Oregon, died on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015 at Oregon Living and Rehabilitation Center. He was born Oct. 22, 1926 in Berlin, Germany, the son of Carl and Olga (Mehler) Kruger. He married Kate E. Noehring in Oldenburg, Germany on June 29, 1951; she died in 2012. They arrived in Oregon in January of 1957, sponsored by the First Presbyterian Church of Oregon. Hans retired from Etnyre Company, was a member of Oregon United Methodist Church, and enjoyed playing chess. He was a Boy Scout Leader of Troop 81 and was also involved in scouts at the council level for many years.
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Lena W. Schroeder, 97, Forreston, died on Monday, Nov. 2, 2015 at Apostolic Christian Home, Roanoke. She was born on March 23, 1918 in Ogle County, the daughter of William and Reika (Janssen) LaBudde. She married Simon Schroeder on Nov. 19, 1949 in Forreston; he died on Aug. 22, 2008. Lena and her husband farmed their family farm. She was a member of Forreston Reformed Church. Lena was a member of the Forreston American Legion Auxiliary. She also was a co-leader of the Forreston Friskies 4-H. Club. Lena will always be
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WELLS FARGO BANK, NA PLAINTIFF VS KATHY A. PIGNATO A/K/A KATHY A. SKETTINI; THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST COMPANY OF ROCHELLE, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DTD 09/07/04 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 04-008; THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST COMPANY OF ROCHELLE; UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST COMPANY OF ROCHELLE, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A/ DTD 09/07/04 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 04-008; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS 15 CH 108 321 NORTH 8TH STREET ROCHELLE, IL 61068-1442 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST COMPANY OF ROCHELLE, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A/ DTD 09/07/04 AND KN**; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT NINE (9) IN BLOCK FOUR (4) IN ROSS' ADDITION IN THE TOWN OF LANE, NOW CALLED THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK A OF MISCELLANEOUS AT PAGE 84. Commonly known as: 321 NORTH 8TH STREET ROCHELLE, IL 61068-1442 and which said Mortgage was made by, KATHY A. PIGNATO A/K/A KATHY A. SKETTINI; Mortgagor (s), to M.E.R.S., INC. AS NOMINEE FOR OLD SECOND MORTGAGE CO. Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of OGLE County, Illinois, as Document No. 0217480; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Court 106 S. FIFTH ST. STE 300 Oregon, Illinois 61061 on or before December 7, 2015, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the firm of Pierce & Associates is deemed to be a debt collector and any information we receive will be used for that purpose. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES Attorneys for Plaintiff Thirteenth Floor 1 North Dearborn Chicago, Illinois 60602 Tel. (312) 346-9088 Fax (312) 346-1557 PA 1506718 I6773903 November 5, 12, 19, 2015
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DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2006-HE7, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006 HE7 PLAINTIFF VS. PAUL H. YAROLEM, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMIEE FOR WMC MORTGAGE CORP, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS NO: 15 CH 104 Property Address: 708 N. 8th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION AS TO UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to: UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled action, that a Complaint for Foreclosure and Other Relief has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Ogle County, by said Plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of certain mortgages conveying the premises legally described as follows: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT TWO (2) IN BLOCK ONE (1) IN POWELLS ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF LANE, NOW THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 24-24-303-004 COMMON ADDRESS: 708 N. 8th Street, Rochelle, IL 61068 And which mortgages were made by Paul H. Yarolem, as Mortgagor(s); and given to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for WMC Mortgage Corp. as Mortgagee; to wit: that certain "Mortgage" dated June 22, 2006, and recorded as Document No.0607294, that Summons was duly issued out of said court against you as provided by law, and that the said Complaint is now pending for foreclosure of said mortgages and for other relief. Now, therefore, unless you UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, file your Appearance and Answer to the Complaint in said action in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Ogle County, Chancery Division, on or before the 14TH day of DECEMBER , 2015, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer for relief in said Complaint. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Kluever & Platt, LLC 65 E. Wacker Place, Ste. 2300 Chicago, Illinois 60601 (312) 201 6679 Attorney No. 06187248 Our File #: SPSF.2309 November 12, 19 & 26 2015
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KOZENY & MCCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC. (6301495) Attorneys 105 W. Adams, Suite 1850 Chicago, Illinois 60603 STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF Ogle, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. JO JOHNSON, GARY L. JOHNSON (DECEASED), GARY JOHNSON (AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF GARY L. JOHNSON), ALLEN M. KATZ, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, et. al., Defendants, Case No. 15 CH 44 The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: GARY JOHNSON (AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF GARY L. JOHNSON), UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS,, defendants in the above entitled suit has been commenced in the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: THE WESTERLY 165 FEET OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, EXCEPTION THEREFROM: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE EASTERLY ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6, SAID LINE HAVING A BEARING OF NORTH 88 DEGREES 64 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 165.05 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE PREMISES CONVEYED TO GARY L. JOHNSON AND JO E. JOHNSON FROM BETTY JEAN EBERT BY WARRANTY DEED RECORDED 11 MARCH 1994 AS DOCUMENT NO. 9402391 IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE OF OGLE COUNTY; THENCE NORTHERLY ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID PREMISES SO CONVEYED, SAID LINE HAVING A BEARING OF NORTH 0 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 39 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 59.84 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE WESTERLY ON A LINE HAVING A BEARING OF SOUTH 89 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 56 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 165.03 FEET TO A POINT IN THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE SOUTHERLY ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER, SAID LINE HAVING A BEARING OF SOUTH 0 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 60.70 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND IS DESIGNATED PARCEL 003-21A ON THE PLAT ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF, SAID PARCEL OF LAND CONTAINS 0.228 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, OF WHICH 0.190 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY SET ASIDE FOR PUBLIC HIGHWAY PURPOSES. FOR THE PURPOSE OF THIS DESCRIPTION, SAID SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 6 HAS BEEN ASSIGNED THE BEARING OF NORTH 88 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST. . PIN: 20-06-400-002. Commonly known as: 14492 West Sterling Road, Polo, IL 61064, and which said Mortgage was made by JO JOHNSON, and GARY JOHNSON (DECEASED), as Mortgagor(s) to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Bank, N.A., as Mortgagee, and recorded as document number 0613166, and the present owner(s) of the property being ALLEN KATZ, and for other relief: that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY OREGON, ILLINOIS, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, IL 61061 on or before DECEMBER 7, 2015 default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. Dated, Oregon, Illinois,. Clerk of the Ogle County Circuit Court. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Last known addresses: Defendant Address: 14492 West Sterling Road, Polo, IL 61064 Nov. 5, 12, 19, 2015
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PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS. BRETT S. MEYERS, MELISSA J. MEYERS, HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC., ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS 15 CH 27 Property Address: 604 N. 7th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 9/4/2015, the Sheriff of Ogle County will on 12/18/2015 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 S. 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT 5, IN BLOCK 3 IN POWELL'S ADDITION IN THE TOWN OF LANE, NOW IN THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK A OF THE MISCELLANEOUS, PAGE 474, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 24-24-304-016 COMMON ADDRESS: 604 N. 7th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 The improvement on the property consists of: single family residence. Sale terms: Ten percent (10%) of the purchase price due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance due within (2) two business or the following Tuesday. The property offered for sale 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection. No refunds. The judgment amount was at $129,371.32. For information call Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, LLC, 65 East Wacker Place, Suite 2300, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 201-6679. I675079 Nov, 12, 19, 26, 2015
STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: RUBY F. MELTON, Deceased NO. 2015 P 75 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of a Ruby F. Melton. Letters of office were issued on October 22, 2015, to Sherry L. Hussong, 613 W. Teton Drive, Peoria, Illinois 61614, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 29th day of October, 2015. SHERRY L. HUSSONG Independent Executor For the Estate of RUBY F. MELTON, Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMS MCCARTHY LLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 Fax 815-732-2289 Nov. 5, 12, 19, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, ILLINOIS OGLE COUNTY, IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT J. POLLOCK, JR, Deceased. No. 2015 P 63 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Robert J. Pollock, Jr. of Dixon, Ogle County, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued to Elizabeth Ann Pollock, 2145 N. Clark, Unit C, Chicago, Illinois 60614, Cook County, Illinois, as Independent Executor, whose attorney of record is Jeffrey W. Brend of Levin & Brend, P.C., 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 3200, Chicago, Illinois 60606. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/284) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court at 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both, on or before the date which is six (6) months after the date of the first publication of this Claim Notice, or, if mailing or delivering of a notice from the representative is required by section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. By: Elizabeth Ann Pollock, Executor Jeffrey W. Brend Levin & Brend, P.C. 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 3200 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 726-4440 (312) 726-0029 FAX g.papiernik@levinbrend.com November 5, 12, 19, 2015
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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: DIANE M. THOMPSON, Deceased NO. 2015 P 72 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of a Diane M. Thompson. Letters of office were issued on October 19, 2015, to Jill Carlson, 308 E. Center Street, Mt. Morris, Illinois 61054, as Executor, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 29th day of October, 2015. JILL CARLSON, Independent Executor For the Estate of DIANE M. THOMPSON Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMS MCCARTHY LLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 Fax 815-732-2289 Oct, 28, Nov. 5, 12, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY - OREGON, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS. BRETT S. MEYERS, MELISSA J. MEYERS, HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC., ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS 15 CH 27 Property Address: 604 N. 7th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 9/4/2015, the Sheriff of Ogle County will on 12/18/2015 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the Ogle County Public Safety Complex, 202 S. 1st Street, Oregon, IL 61061, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 24-24-304-016 COMMON ADDRESS: 604 N. 7th Street Rochelle, IL 61068 The improvement on the property consists of: single family residence. Sale terms: Ten percent (10%) of the purchase price due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance due within (2) two business or the following Tuesday. The property offered for sale 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection. No refunds. The judgment amount was at $129,371.32. For information call Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, LLC, 65 East Wacker Place, Suite 2300, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 201-6679. I675079 Nov, 12, 19, 26, 2015
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate of DENA K. SNEEK, Deceased NO. 15-P-80 CLAIMS NOTICE AND NOTICE TO HERIS Notice is given of the death of DENA K. SNEEK of Shannon, Illinois. Letters of Office as Independent Executor were issued on November 6, 2015 to ROGER E. EDEN, 106 W. Market. Box 522; Shannon, IL 61078, whose attorney is ROBERT E. EDEN, 106 W. Market, Box 522, Shannon, IL 61078. Notice is given to unknown heirs at law of DENA K. SNEEK, whose names and addresses are not stated in the petition to probate the Will filed in this proceeding, that an Order was entered by the Court on November 6, 2015 admitting the Will to probate. Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission, you may file a petition with the Court to require proof of the Will by testimony of the witnesses to the Will in open court or other evidence, as provided in Section 5/6-21 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/-21). You also have the right under Section 5/8-1 (755 ILCS 5/6-21) of the Probate Act to contest the validity of the Will by filing a petition with the Court within 6 months after admission of the Will to probate. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 5/21-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk. Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 S. Fifth Street, Oregon IL, 61061, or with the executor, or both on or before May 16, 2016, or within 3 months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to creditors, if required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/81-3), whichever date is later. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the executor and to the estate attorney within 10 days after being filed. Clerk of Circuit Court Nov. 12, 19, 26, 2015
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1989 Jaguar XJ6, $700/obo. Needs work. Call 815564-0297. 1992 Chevy Cavalier, Sport Coupe 90k mi. 1 owner AT. PS PB A/C Newer Tires good cond. $2,495/OBO 815-499-7255 2007 Toyota Camry, silver, 17K mi. $12,500. Call Jeff 815-631-7610. 2011 BMW 35i Z4 Roadster, 12K mi. & in pristine cond. Garaged in heated & carpeted facility. Stored in winter months. $36,500. Call 815-626-4048
S.U.V.S
909
2006 Chrysler Pacifica, 159K mi. Heated seats, remote starter, leather int. Very good cond. $4500. 815-631-5574
TRUCKS
910
1995 Ford Ranger 93k. mi. Runs & drives great! $3,500 obo. 815-441-6483
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VANS
911
1995 GMC Safari w/Coachmen pk. 120K. Blue/white, rust, clean. no Runs great! $3499 815-456-3716. 2001 Chrysler Town & Country LIMITED 200k. mi. All options. Must sell! Best offer. Call 815-772-2694
4X4S
912
1995 Ford F150 ext. cab w/Meyers plow. 146Kmi.-11K on engine. $4500 815-535-3531.
MOTORCYCLES
935
2013 FXDB Harley Davidson, red, low miles $11,000. 815-973-3944
A.T.V.S
936
2000 Polaris 500 Turbo cooled 6x6 utility ATV w/dump bed/hitch/winch/ snowplow $4600, low hrs. 815-6316359.
BOATS/MOTORS
940
14ft. Flat bottom boat, wide, w/trailer. Fish finder, foot trolling controls, motor, pedestal $800/obo. seats. 815-590-6390.
BOATS/MOTORS
940
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“THE REAL DEAL” 1701 E 4th St.,, Sterling, g, IL 61081 • 815-625-9600
BRENT THOMAS
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DAN DANREITER
NO TENTS, NO GIMMICKS,
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$
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YOUR CHOICE!
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OR $
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$
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3 TO CHOOSE!
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UNDER $10,000!*
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• 04 Land Rover Discovery
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Leather, Sunroof ............... $4,999*
• 03 Cadillac DTS
ONLY 21,000 MILES 13 CHEVY MALIBU LT
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• 02 Ford Focus................... $2,999*
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• 98 Buick Lesabre............... $1,999*
• 02 Cadillac DeVille - Diamond White,
• 06 Chevy Impala LT.......... $3,999*
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• 05 Pontiac Vibe................. $6,999*
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$
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15 CHEVY SONIC LT
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• 02 Land Rover .................. $3,999*
/mo^ WITH
OR $
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Everybody hates car shopping, and I am not any different. I just bought my 3rd card from them and I love it. They sell quality used vehicles at a low price, but more importantly they are no pressure sales, and will find you exactly what you want. They go more than the extra mile to win your business. If they don’t have what you want, they will find it. We have bought from Dan Vereide all three times, and he’s the kind of guy you would sit and have morning coffee with. He’s just a regular guy, who loves to find deals for folks. We have bought three Fords from him and none have had any problems. However, you can ask anyone, if you do have any issue they will make it right. They have one of the best reputations in Northern, IL. If you are in the Sterling area, look at the license plate frames on the cars on the road, you will see Majeski all over.
RATING FROM WILL STUDER • OVERALL: 5 • CUSTOMER SERVICE: 5 OUT OF 5 • BUYING PROCESS: 5 OUT OF 5 • QUALITY OF REPAIR: 5 OUT OF 5 • OVERALL FACILITIES: 5 OUT OF 5
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*Plus tax, title, license & doc fee. Dealer not liable for errors. Photos for illustration only. ^$0 Down, 66 Months @ 1.99%,plus tax, title, license & doc fee with approved credit. Dealer not liable for errors.