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Manufacturer approved to annex 147 acres of land to city of DeKalb
DeKalb City Council backs development plan for 1.3 million-square-foot facility
By MEGANN HORSTEAD mhorstead@shawmedia.com
DeKALB – Plans for a manufacturing development spanning 147 acres at the northeast corner of Peace Road and Fairview Drive were met favorably by DeKalb city leaders Oct. 28 as officials moved to annex the property to the city.
The applicant, Mohr Acquisitions, sought not only annexation into the city of DeKalb but also development agreement, rezoning and concept plans approvals to help accommodate logistics, manufacturing, packaging, distribution and warehouse uses. The land is owned by 3M, documents show.
A proposed 1.3 million-square-foot development, referred to as “Project Midwest,” would stretch north to south on the site, and a future facility expansion of 228,480 square feet is in talks for the north end of the building, city documents show.
“That’s comparable to Ferrara [Candy Co.],” City Manager Bill Nicklas said.
One such concern raised at the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was traffic.
Nicklas said all site improvements would be paid for at the expense of the developer, who is required to have a traffic study completed.
“Roadway improvements will be required along Fairview Drive and Peace Road,” Nicklas said.
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A manufacturer has proposed building a new 1.3 million-square-foot warehouse facility on 147 acres of land owned by 3M on DeKalb’s south side, city documents show. The development, referred to as “Project Midwest” in documents released ahead of the DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, would be built on the northeast corner of Peace Road and Fairview Drive.
Roadway improvements will be required along Fairview Drive and Peace Road.”
Bill Nicklas, city manager
uled improvements at Peace Road and Fairview Drive.
City staff have said roadwork at Peace and Fairview was done with the understanding that developers would take up a share of the costs by picking up where
the city stopped with improving the corridor.
Also at the meeting, the City Council unanimously backed the applicant’s requests for rezoning and concept plan approvals along with a development agreement.
The City Council’s decision last week is not the final say on the matter.
The site will require annexation to the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District, as well as preliminary and final development plan approvals by both the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council.
DeKalb resident John Wright talks on Oct. 7 about a photo of Sgt. Albert Leonhard that he found in a World War I service record book he bought at a local estate sale.
See story, page 6.
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Fall colors explode around DeKalb County
DeKalb County is teeming with the colors of autumn, from Shabbona Lake State Park to Sycamore Forest Preserve and in DeKalb. Get out and enjoy the show before we have to hunker down for another long winter.
– Mark Busch
Photos by Mark Busch
ABOVE: Colorful trees hang over the south branch of the Kishwaukee River on Oct. 22 at Sycamore Forest Preserve. LEFT: A maple tree shows off its red leaves on Oct. 22.
DeKalb Spooktacular descends upon downtown
Families, children and creatures of all shapes and sizes descended upon downtown DeKalb on Oct. 29 for the annual Spooktacular trick-or-treating event.
The 27th annual Halloween-themed affair, hosted by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, also featured area businesses and organizations, who offered special treats and candy to brave souls who passed by. – Mark Busch
Photos by Mark Busch
ABOVE: Natalie Searls and her daughter Emma, 5 months, of Malta, head to the next stop during the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce’s annual Spooktacular Oct. 29 in downtown DeKalb. LEFT: Luke Judkinis, 4, of DeKalb gets a treat from one of the stops.
Flamingo Restaurant looks to serve up expanded offerings
By MEGANN HORSTEAD mhorstead@shawmedia.com
DeKALB – Flamingo Restaurant, 1029 Pleasant St. in DeKalb, is looking to boost its menu offerings after city leaders granted a low alcohol by volume liquor license to the establishment.
The applicant, Zendy Lopez, petitioned the city for permission to sell and serve beer and wine on the premises.
“They’re interested in expanding their range, their repertoire of tastes and offerings,” City Manager Bill Nicklas said.
LOCAL NEWS BRIEF
State Sen. Dave Syverson accepting Veterans Day display submissions
SPRINGFIELD – State Sen. Dave Syverson, R-Cherry Valley, is accepting veterans submissions from residents for the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus’ annual Veterans Day Wall of Honor display.
As a family-owned business, Flamingo Restaurant is known for its tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos and more.
Because the term for the license begins May 1 and ends April 30, the owner has requested that the first renewal fee of $2,547, which is due 30 days before the expiration of the license, be prorated to $1,273.50, since the issuance of the license will incur within the last six months of the licensing term, city documents show.
Nicklas urged the council to support of the applicant’s request.
The City Council voted, 7-0, to award the liquor license.
The display will run from Nov. 11 through Nov. 25 at the Illinois State Capital, 401 S. Second St., Springfield.
The memorial features an electronic display of veterans and their stories.
Attendees also will be able to write veterans thank you notes.
“This is an opportunity to pay tribute to the legacies and sacrifices of these brave
men and women who served our nation,” Syverson said in a news release. “Send us photos and stories of loved ones who served as veterans to be displayed on the first floor of the State Capitol.”
Participants can submit a photo and written story. The stories should be limited to 250 words and include the veteran’s name, military branch and
conflict served. Military pictures are encouraged.
The submissions are due Nov. 8.
Submissions can be emailed to veteransday@sgop.ilga.gov or mailed to Veterans Day Wall, 110 D. Statehouse, Springfield.
For information, call 217-782-1154.
– Shaw Local News Network
Flamingo Restaurant, 1029 Pleasant St., DeKalb, is looking to boost its menu offerings after city leaders granted a low alcohol by volume liquor license to the establishment.
In his own words
DeKalb World War I veteran’s wartime journal discovered
By CAMDEN LAZENBY clazenby@shawmedia.com
DeKALB – Sgt. Albert Walter Leonhard, who lived along Sycamore Road in DeKalb, was 22 when he enlisted in the military on May 23, 1917, less than two months after the U.S. officially entered World War I.
John Wright of DeKalb knows this because he recently found Leonhard’s journal 107 years later at an estate sale in DeKalb.
While combing through old things at the sale, the local collector of historical military artifacts found something he’d never encountered: an almost completely filled out World War I Service Record. The service books allow military personnel to keep a record of their duties, enlistment dates, deployment activities and other memories.
Wright said this was the first service book he’d found worth buying since it contained so much information. It was a window into Leonhard’s life more than a century ago.
“The first thing I did when I opened this, and when I saw he’d filled out all these pages, I kept all of it and went up and bought it,” Wright said.
The service record is not an official military document but a sort of postwar diary. It was both a trove of information for the collector and contains firsthand accounts of a DeKalb resident’s experiences during the war.
Leonhard, born July 16, 1894, was a member of the 33rd Division of the U.S. Army National Guard. He was among 27,000 men who served in the division during World War I, according to the Illinois National Guard.
Wright said that was the case for most Illinois-based soldiers at the time.
“Almost everybody in the division is from Illinois,” Wright said. “Every soldier that would have enlisted or been drafted out of DeKalb goes to the 33rd Division, almost without exception.”
Of those soldiers, 798 were killed in action, 18 were captured and four were missing, according to a document that was found in Leonhard’s service record and issued by the 33rd Division Headquarters while stationed in Luxembourg.
More than 7,500 soldiers in the 33rd Division were wounded during the war, according to the division document. Leonhard was one of them.
In his wartime diary, Leonhard writes about his time recovering in a field hospital on Oct. 5, 1918, as the result of a gas attack. He was then
U.S. Army veteran who heads several local veterans causes, said more than 2,000 young men from DeKalb County served in the U.S. armed forces during World War I.
“This was a small country back then, that was a lot of young men from our area,” Embrey said. “Most people don’t know, those young men all knew how to shoot a gun, so they were excellent when they went into training. City kids didn’t know how to use a gun. Those farm boys, they could use a gun.”
Leonhard wrote that he spent time as a sniper in the trenches, recorded a hit from what he estimated to be 1,000 yards, and “surely could make them [the enemy] hit the dust.”
Leonhard took part in some of the most infamous battles of World War I, including the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, which was the largest operation of the American Expeditionary Forces of the war, according to the National Archives.
He wrote that he participated in an offensive in France’s Somme region alongside British troops from Aug. 5, 1918, to Aug. 21, 1918. Later, he entered the front lines with Australian troops north of Paris.
This was a small country back then, that was a lot of young men from our area. Most people don’t know, those young men all knew how to shoot a gun, so they were excellent when they went into training. City kids didn’t know how to use a gun. Those farm boys, they could use a gun.”
Michael Embrey, a DeKalb-based U.S. Army veteran who heads several local veterans causes
transferred to a hospital in Liffol-leGrand, France. It was where he remained when the armistice was signed on Nov. 11, 1918, which silenced
the guns on the western front and signaled the end of the Great War, as it was called at the time.
Michael Embrey, a DeKalb-based
“Enjoyed seeing the Germans make an attack on the 40th Aus. [Australian] Batt. [Battery] and hang themselves on the wire entanglements as their barrage had missed the automatic gunners in the outpost, who mowed the Jerrys [German soldiers] down as they hit the wire,” Leonhard wrote.
Leonhard wrote that one trench he was stationed in was struck by an artillery barrage the day after he was rotated to a different location.
He also spent time ahead of the front lines, in what has come to be known as No Man’s Land – the
Photos by Mark Busch
This photo of Sgt. Albert Leonhard was found inside his World War I service record book bought by DeKalb resident John Wright at a local estate sale.
The dog tag of Sgt. Albert Leonhard was found inside a service record book that was bought by DeKalb resident John Wright at a local estate sale.
LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS
DeKalb and Sycamore Elks set annual Veterans Day dinner
DeKALB – The DeKalb and Sycamore Elks Lodges will host the annual Veterans Day Dinner for local veterans from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 11 at Lincoln Inn at Faranda’s, 302 Grove St., DeKalb.
The menu includes roast pork with dressing, gravy, sweet corn, and mashed potatoes. Proceeds will provide complimentary meals for veterans.
The dinner costs $18 and is free for veterans.
To reserve a meal, call 815-756-2345 or visit thelincolninn.com.
The Illinois Elks Association also recently awarded a $3,500 donation to the Honor Flight Chicago program Sept. 25. The check was presented to Doug Meffley, an Honor Flight Chicago program director, by Jeff Sterr, Illinois Elks Association third vice president; Mike Hozian, Des Plaines Lodge 1526 PER; and Bryan Klatt, DeKalb Elks Lodge 765 B.P.O. Elks Grand Secretary.
Kishwaukee College to host Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11
MALTA – Kishwaukee College will host a ceremony to celebrate Veterans Day.
The ceremony will be held at noon Nov. 11 at the college’s student center, 21193 Malta Road, Malta.
The event will feature a welcome by Laurie Borowicz, Ed.D., Kishwaukee College president; the pledge of allegiance by Kim Ahlert, Kishwaukee College assistant professor pf physics and Marine veteran; the national anthem by the DeKalb High School Jazz Band; and a moment of silence and military members recognition. Guest speakers include Ezekiel Mora, a veteran, nurse practitioner and Kishwaukee College alumnus.
The MIA and POW table will be led by the college’s veterans advocacy commit-
tee. The master of ceremonies is Rosy Cordero, Kishwaukee College diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility director. Refreshments will be provided. The ceremony also will be recorded and livestreamed on the college’s social media pages.
For information, visit kish.edu/veterans.
DeKalb library to host Safe Passage info booth Nov. 7
DeKALB – The DeKalb Public Library will host a Safe Passage information booth for patrons to learn about its various services.
The booth will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 7 in the library’s main lobby, 309 Oak St.
Attendees can learn about Safe Passage’s medical advocacy, legal advocacy, counseling, emergency shelter and transitional housing services. Participants also can learn about upcoming events and ways to get involved. No registration is required. For information, email samanthah@ dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 1701.
DeKalb library’s Native American veterans program set for Nov. 9
DeKALB – The DeKalb Public Library will host a program about Native American veterans and their contributions.
The program will be held at 11 a.m. Nov. 9 in the library’s lower-level Yusunas Meeting Room, 309 Oak St. Participants can watch documentary shorts and learn about Native American veterans’ contributions to defend the country. The program also will feature a questions-and-answer session. It will be led by producer Louis Vasseur. No registration is required. For information, email annas@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 2851.
– Shaw Local News Network
Saturday, November 9th @ 2:00 p.m. , Yusunas Meeting Room, all ag es
Photo provided by Lynne Kunde
The Illinois Elks Association awarded a $3,500 donation to the Honor Flight Chicago program on Sept. 25.
LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS
DeKalb police association accepting ‘Heroes and Helpers’ event donations
DeKALB – The DeKalb Police Benevolent and Protective Association and DeKalb Target are accepting donations for the annual Heroes and Helpers event on Dec. 15.
Donations are required to fund the event. The donations, made payable to the association, can be mailed or delivered before Nov. 18 to the DeKalb Police Department, Attn. Heroes and Helpers, 700 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb.
The fundraiser helps children in special situations have a good holiday season. Each child is partnered with a DeKalb police officer and can choose $100 worth of gifts for family members and themselves during a shopping spree Dec. 15.
The children must be DeKalb residents or DeKalb School District 428 students. Participants can be nominated by the school district or another local agency.
Parkinson’s support group to meet Nov. 12 in DeKalb
DeKALB – PJ Parkinson’s Support will host a presentation as part of its “Lunch with the Doctors” series.
The presentation will be held from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Kishwaukee Country Club, 1901 Sycamore Road, DeKalb.
The free presentation is for Parkinson’s disease patients and their caregivers. Attendees can learn about the latest Parkinson’s disease treatment options. The presentation will be led by Martha McGraw, M.D., Central DuPage Hospital
neurologist. Registration is encouraged to attend. To register, visit pjparkinsons. org/education-events.
‘Our Land, Our Earth, Our History’ concert set for Nov. 9
DeKALB – The DeKalb Public Library will host an “Our Land, Our Earth, Our History” concert featuring singer and songwriter Barry Cloyd.
The concert will be held at 2 p.m. Nov. 9 in the library’s lower-level Yusunas Meeting Room, 309 Oak St. Admission to the concert is free. Cloyd will perform traditional and original songs.
No registration is required.
For information, email samanthah@ dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 1701.
Financial fraud prevention workshop set for Nov. 8
DeKALB – The DeKalb Public Library will partner with Rock Valley Credit Union to host a workshop on financial fraud protection.
The workshop will be held at 11 a.m. Nov. 8 in the library’s lower-level Zimmerman Meeting Room, 309 Oak St. The workshop is free and intended for adults.
Attendees can learn about existing fraud types and how to safeguard their digital footprint and online financial presence. The workshop will be led by Mark D’Angelo, Rock Valley Credit Union’s innovation and technology vice president.
No registration is required. For information, email samanthah@ dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 1701.
– Shaw Local News Network
Megann Horstead file photo
Officer Fabro (left) shops with Pierre Carter, 7, of DeKalb on Dec. 4, 2022, as part of the Heroes and Helpers program put on by DeKalb police.
LOOKING BACK
1924 – 100 YEARS AGO
Expecting to erect a building that will be among the most beautiful in the business district of this city and a banking institution that will be among the most modern in this county are a part of the plans of the DeKalb Trust & Savings Bank officials, who today announced that they have submitted plans and specification to several contractors. Building operations are expected to start about the first of April 1925, and a date will soon be set for the receiving of bids.
Word was received by railroad officials this noon from the west warning them to have everything in readiness to cope with a blizzard which is believed to be heading this way. The message coming from the west states that a snow storm accompanied by sleet, and freezing weather is heading towards this section of the country.
After much discussion and investigation, the contracts for the new bank building to be erected on the southeast corner of State and Somonauk streets in Sycamore was let at a meeting of the board of directors of the Sycamore National Bank and Citizens National Bank held last Saturday. The structure will cost in the neighborhood of $100,000 and is to be perhaps the finest bank building in the county.
More than 800,000 women pay income tax in this country, but most of them are either already married or ugly.
Announcement was made a few days ago that the B&R Ice Company, organized early in the spring has been purchased by the DeKalb Scrap Iron & Coal Company. Officers of the fuel company made this announcement yesterday, when they also stated that the office of the ice company would be in the same office occupied by the fuel company. The ice company was formed about a year ago and since organized has enjoyed a very good business in this city. That the fuel company will continue to make the project successful is certain.
Cut stone to be used in the building being redecorated for the occupancy of the Pierce bank has arrived in Sycamore and workmen will soon begin to install the stone, judging from the amount of material arriving and the quality, the Pierce bank will have excellent quarters within a short time.
Mr. and Mrs. William Aves have given up their home in Kingston and have gone to Belvidere, where they are making their home with their daughter, Mrs. Theodore Shandlmier.
1949 – 75 YEARS AGO
About 7:30 o’clock this morning two men reported to the DeKalb police that they had noted a safe alongside a road a couple of miles southeast of DeKalb near the old airport site. The sheriff’s office was notified and investigated and found that it was the safe that had been hauled away from the Coca Cola warehouse, 1336 E. Lincoln Highway, Tuesday night.
Chief Deputy Francis Sullivan and Deputy Harry Overton said that the safe has been badly battered before the robbers were able to open it. Checks were left in the safe but the $667 in cash had been taken.
Tomorrow at 12:15 o’clock a light tank, bronze plaque, and flag pole will be dedicated as DeKalb’s memorial to those who served in the armed forces. A dedication ceremony will be held at the memorial site at Lincoln Highway and Fourth Street.
The Parent-Teachers Association of Somonauk has clicked on an idea to raise funds for some rhythm instruments needed to round out the school band. They are sponsoring a cake baking contest. Prizes of more than $100 value will be awarded the best cakes as judged by a committee.
Many of the farmers in Hinckley are now using the new stalk shredders after
factory, receive preferential treatment? That was the question posed last night by DeKalb City Manager Don Crawford as the city council held a public hearing to discuss annexation of the development. The DeKalb County Development Corp. and A. O. Smith have requested annexation of a 193-acre site. Probably the largest industrial project in the city’s history.
Belly dancing in concert form will be included on the program when the Northern Illinois University seventh annual Faculty Dance Concert is presented in the auditorium of the new Music Building on Nov. 8.
they have finished husking corn. This machine completely shreds the corn stalks and destroys many of the thousands of corn borers which are threatening this area of the county.
Tommy Courtney concocted an outfit to appear in the Halloween party over at the Ellwood school. Like one of the three pigs, with a complete outfit, rubber mask and an ear of corn he was judged the outstanding outfit and awarded the Littlejohn trophy. Tommy attends the Ellwood school kindergarten held in the Mission Church.
A crew of state highway workers started digging holes for the first trees to be planted in the border which will line Sycamore Road between DeKalb and Sycamore. The crew started work in midmorning on the north side of the road at the western city limits of Sycamore. This strip will be planted to Sycamore trees. The tree planting program was made possible by co-operation of service and garden clubs in the two cities which raised enough money to purchase half the trees this fall.
1974 – 50 YEARS AGO
Eighth grade students from the Clinton Rosette middle school, DeKalb, are spending three days on the Lorado Taft Camps of Northern Illinois University.
A larger than expected turnout of voters this morning cast ballots at DeKalb’s 31 polling locations.
Should a major southside industrial development, including the A. O. Smith
Another active case of tuberculosis was discovered by the DeKalb County Tuberculosis Sanitarium. The new case brings to six the number of active cases for the current year.
1999 – 25 YEARS AGO
Old Man Winter is on his way to DeKalb County, and local officials are gearing up to clear the roads in his wake. The county is prepared whenever the snow starts to fly.
Basement backup problems in Old Town, the City of DeKalb’s first neighborhood, may soon be a thing of the past. The task force last night unanimously recommended a $1,808,700 sewer project to the city council, which will tighten up the storm sewer system in the area bounded by Route 38, Fourth Street, Taylor Street and Maplewood Avenue.
Efforts are under way to restore DeKalb’s downtown to its part glory as the heart of the community. Main Street/ DeKalb Inc. presented its plans to improve the facades of downtown buildings to the City of DeKalb’s Economic Development Commission. The proposed façade program reimburses building and/or store owners with a one-time grant of $10,000 for restoring the front of their building to its original look.
Two new stores, Famous Footwear and Fashion Bug, are being build adjacent to Target at 2555 Sycamore Road in the City of DeKalb. Famous Footwear will be approximately 6,000 square feet and Fashion Bug will be approximately 8,000 to 9,000 square feet.
– Compiled by Sue Breese
Photo provided by the DeKalb County History Center
The bridge at First Street is pictured looking southeast toward the old DeKalb High School, circa 1905.
DeKalb County 24-Hour Veterans Vigil begins Nov. 8 in Sycamore SYCAMORE – The DeKalb County Courthouse will host its annual 24-Hour Veterans Vigil in honor of Veterans Day.
The vigil will be held from 3 p.m. Nov. 8 through 3 p.m. Nov. 9 at the courthouse, 33 W. State St., Sycamore.
The event will feature an opening and closing ceremony. The opening ceremony is set for 2:30 p.m. Veterans can assist the vigil by standing guard. The guard shifts will last one hour. To volunteer, call 815-895-6927.
DeKalb library to offer mental health services booth Nov. 12
DeKALB – Family Service Agency, The Living Room at Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center and the Association for Individual Development will partner to host an information booth focused on mental health services.
It will run from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 12 at the DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St. Attendees can speak with agency representatives and learn about out-patient programs and behavioral health care services. No registration is required. For information, email chelsear@dkpl.org or call 815-756-9568, ext. 1700.
– Shaw Local News Network
THE ARTS AT NIU
Nov. 1-3 and 7-9 Machinal by Sophie Treadwell
Directed by Alexander Gelman
Mark Busch file photo
U.S. Army veteran John Tuttle (left) and U.S. Navy veteran Charles Slater stand watch Nov. 3, 2023, during the first hour of the DeKalb County 24-Hour Veterans Vigil at the DeKalb County Courthouse in Sycamore.
Artwork from 2023 High School Invitational
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SYCAMORE – The DeKalb County Community Foundation recently updated its Essential Skills Video Series, a resource aimed at enhancing the essential soft skills of middle and high school students in DeKalb County.
Initially offered as a free, engaging tool for DeKalb County schools and educators, the series is now accessible to anyone interested in teaching or learning essential skills, according to a news release.
Essential skills include social, personal, workplace and cultural abilities necessary for effective communication and building relationships. These soft skills complement the hard, technical skills often required for specific jobs. Local employers seek a combination to create well-rounded employees.
The series includes five videos and supplemental resources for reflection, learning and feedback. Four videos focus on essential skills, while the fifth offers a behind-the-scenes look, sharing valuable insights and lessons learned during production.
The Essential Skills Video Series is available online at dekalbccf.org/
essential-skills.
In addition to the video series, another free resource available is the Essential Skills for Success Wheel. The Community Foundation worked with middle school educators to identify and promote 16 essential skills important to the emerging workforce. As a result, the Essential Skills for Success Wheel was developed, copy -
righted, and distributed to area schools and programs working with middle school youth.
Essential skills resources were made possible by donations from the CommunityWorks Fund and other supporters of the Community Foundation. Since 2011, the Foundation has been committed to advancing workforce development in DeKalb County.
DCCF unveils essential skills tool for job seekers Understanding Alzheimer’s: Raising Awareness and Support During Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing public understanding of this challenging disease and the support options available. At Home Instead, we recognize the profound impact Alzheimer’s can have on individuals and families. That’s why we’re committed to providing resources and compassionate care that help seniors and their loved ones navigate this journey with dignity and support.
To further our commitment, we invite you to a FREE event on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the Zimmerman Room at the DeKalb Public Library. This presentation will cover important topics such as the warning signs of Alzheimer’s, effective communication techniques for caregivers, and local resources that can provide additional support. The event is open to everyone, especially families and caregivers of those affected by Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. Early detection can help
manage symptoms and improve quality of life, making awareness efforts crucial for spreading hope and knowledge during November. Home Instead offers personalized in-home care services, including specialized memory care, assistance with daily activities, and companionship to help seniors remain safe and comfortable at home.
Home Instead is a leading provider of inhome senior care, specializing in services that help older adults maintain their independence. Our personalized memory care plans offer various support options, from assistance with daily activities like bathing and medication reminders to specialized memory care that ensures safety and comfort at home. Our trained CarePros also provide companionship and respite care for family members, helping alleviate caregiving stress. Join us this Alzheimer’s Awareness Month to empower yourself with the knowledge to make informed decisions about Alzheimer’s care. For more information, please contact Home Instead at 815-754-1300. Together, we can bring comfort and support to those facing Alzheimer’s. Home Instead 2585 Sycamore Rd. DeKalb, IL 60115 815-754-1300 www.homeinstead.com/location/718/
These resources were developed with the Foundation’s Workforce Development Committee to equip youth with essential skills. Another outcome from this work is the Certificate of Employability program, created by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce and offered to DeKalb High School in collaboration with its educators. To learn more, visit dekalbccf.org/essential-skills.
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The DeKalb County Community Foundation Essential Skills Video Series features DeKalb and Sycamore student actors.
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Chef Rudy Galindo subject of next lecture in series
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DeKALB – The November hybrid Brown Bag Lunch and Local Lore series will feature a program about local chef Rudy Galindo.
The free program will be held at noon Nov. 7 at the Ellwood House Museum, 420 Linden Place, DeKalb.
Galindo will discuss growing up in DeKalb and falling in love with food. He graduated from the Cooking Hospitality Institute of Chicago in 2002. Galindo primarily works with French and Mediterranean cuisines. His dishes are influenced by his Latin roots and rustic style.
“Chef Rudy is not only a talented chef, but he generously supports so many organizations in our community,” DeKalb County History Center executive director Michelle Donahoe said in a news release. “We are looking forward to his conversation that incorporates local history and food!”
The “Falling in Love with Food”
LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS
Kishwaukee College creates Janice Vida Owens endowment fund
MALTA – The Kishwaukee College Foundation recently announced the creation of the Janice Vida Owens endowment fund.
The fund was created in honor of Janice Owens, a former Kishwaukee College office systems program instructor.
The fund will provide scholarships to full- and part-time students pursuing an office systems program certificate or degree.
“I thoroughly enjoyed my 30 years of teaching in the Office Systems department at Kishwaukee College,” Owens said in a news release. “Managing the changes in technology was a challenge. Assisting students as they gained skills that helped them reach their goals was a joy. Now, I am hoping to help future students along their way.”
Owens worked as a full-time instructor from 1978 to 2008. She also was an adjunct professor from 2008 to 2012.
“Janice’s continued support for the college and the Office Systems program is greatly appreciated,” Kishwaukee College Foundation Executive Director
with Chef Rudy Galindo program is part of Brown Bag Lunch and Local Lore, a free lecture series offered as part of a collaboration between the Ellwood House Museum and the DeKalb County History Center.
Brown Bag Lunch and Local Lore is funded in part by the Mary E. Stevens Concert and Lecture Fund.
For information, visit dekalbcounty history.org or call 815-895-5762.
Kayte Hamel said in the release. “She has already contributed so much as an instructor and has now created a new legacy that will support students and our community well into the future.”
For information, visit kish.edu/ foundation.
DeKalb Township youth committee accepting grant cycle applications
DeKALB – The DeKalb Township Committee on Youth recently announced the deadlines for its upcoming two Committee on Youth Grants cycles.
The application deadlines are Dec. 1 and March 1.
The applications are available to 501(c) (3) nonprofit organizations that offer or intend to offer a project or program aligning with the committee’s goal. The grant applications must be submitted before the deadlines. The funds will be limited to $5,000.
The mission of the committee is to prevent and combat juvenile delinquency by funding programs that provide for underserved and underprivileged DeKalb Township youth and their families’ well-being.
For information, visit dekalbtownship. org/committee-on-youth/ or call 815-758-8282.
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Rudy Galindo will speak Nov. 7 at the Ellwood House Museum in DeKalb.
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unclaimed territory between the forward trenches of the Allied and Central Powers forces.
“We had to go out as digging parties to dig trenches in front of the front line,” Leonhard wrote. “Nearly met our Waterloo one night of this had a close call with whiz-bangs.”
“Met our Waterloo” is a phrase that means to suffer a great defeat, and references the battle that ended the Napoleonic wars. To Leonhard, the phrase referenced a battle as old to him as World War I is to the modern era.
Wright said the whiz-bangs Leonhard referenced were small pieces of artillery shot by warring nations from short ranges. He said those artillery
shells “made a real loud whizzing noise” before exploding.
“Allies called them whiz-bangs,” Wright said. “He’s being hit by artillery while he’s out in the open but he thinks he’s maybe going to get killed that night.”
Leonhard was not killed, however. Wright said he tracked down Leonhard’s family, who said he lived until 1960. He was at least 63 years old.
Wright said after the war, Leonhard got married and had a career working for the DeKalb post office.
Since finding the book, Wright has learned he bought the material from the estate of Leonhard’s only daughter. He plans on returning the materials to Leonhard’s grandchild.
“I thought that this little information from his grandson helps give a little conclusion to it, as to what happened to him,” Wright said.
The first thing I did when I opened this, and when I saw he’d filled out all these pages, I kept all of it and went up and bought it.”
Photos by Mark Busch
ABOVE: DeKalb resident John Wright talks Oct. 7 about the service record book of Sgt. Albert Leonhard that he bought at a local estate sale. LEFT: Sgt. Albert Leonhard wrote about his training camp experiences in World War I in his service record book.
John Wright, DeKalb resident who bought the journal of U.S. Army soldier Albert Leonhard
DCCF to administer emergency funds
SYCAMORE – The DeKalb County Community Foundation will administer Emergency Food and Shelter funds allocated to DeKalb County through the National EFSP Board.
As chair of the local EFSP Board, the Community Foundation is responsible for distributing these dollars to expand essential services supporting food pantries, homeless shelters, home-delivered meals and other vital programs for individuals and families in need across DeKalb County.
EFSP funding, managed at the fed-
eral level by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and supported by partner organizations such as United Way, The Salvation Army and the American Red Cross, is distributed to communities nationwide to supplement and expand local emergency food and shelter services.
shelter programs may apply for funding. These dollars are available for expenses incurred from Oct. 1, 2022, to Dec. 31, 2024.
Eligible applicants include:
• Private voluntary nonprofits and units of local government
• Organizations eligible to receive federal funds
• Those with an established accounting system and a history of nondiscriminatory practices
• Organizations capable of providing emergency food and/or shelter
• Private voluntary organizations that have a voluntary board
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Grief support group meetings set for Nov. 12 and 16 in DeKalb DeKALB – The DeKalb Public Library will host two grief support group meetings for people experiencing loss. The meetings will be held at 1 p.m. Nov. 12 and 16 in the library’s lower-level Bilder Family Meeting Room, 309 Oak St.
Eligible organizations can begin applying at 8 a.m. Nov. 1. Applications close at 5 p.m. Nov. 18. This funding cycle will provide an estimated $108,815 in EFSP Phase 40 and Phase 41 funds to qualified DeKalb County service providers. Local public or private organizations that meet the EFSP eligibility criteria, including the ability to deliver emergency food and
The meetings are free and intended for adults. Attendees can meet other people experiencing grief and loss to receive support in a safe and confidential setting. Participants can learn about grief, share grief experiences, and receive grieving process insight from peers and the group facilitator. The
Board, which includes representatives from partner agencies like United Way, The Salvation Army, Catholic Charities and other community organizations, will review submitted applications. Award decisions will be communicated by Dec. 6, pending approval of the local board plan by the National EFSP Board.
Applications are available online at dekalbccf.org or in person at DeKalb County Community Foundation, 475 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore.
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The support group does not replace other mental health services. If you need individual counseling or other mental health services, call 815-397-3691 or 211.
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Police announce criminal charges for DeKalb man in Oct. 23 dealership stabbing attack
By KELSEY RETTKE krettke@shawmedia.com
DeKALB – About midday on Oct. 23, a DeKalb man walked into a local auto dealership, and told an employee who tried to sell him a car that “he was thinking about brutally murdering someone,” court records show.
Moments later, Charles M. Tripicchio, 32, allegedly brandished two 8-inch-long pocket knives with 3.5-inch blades and charged at multiple employees inside Brian Bemis Toyota of DeKalb dealership, 1890 Sycamore Road.
Police arrived about 12:31 p.m. and shot him after he refused to back down, authorities have said.
Tripicchio, who’d been out of jail on court-ordered pretrial release supervision since Oct. 10 on a separate criminal matter, wasn’t even supposed to be in DeKalb County at the time of the attack, according to a judge’s orders.
DeKalb Deputy Police Chief Jason Leverton said he wanted to thank the community for its support over the past week as investigators try to piece together what happened. He issued his own words of support to the dealership’s employees.
“We’ve had a number of people checking in on us. None of us were injured, but we really do appreciate the community’s consideration,” Leverton said. “Our thoughts and hearts go out to the employees there. They certainly endured a lot that day and they’ve been very resilient. But we obviously want to be there for them, and we applaud their efforts to get us on scene and stop things before they got worse.”
Police announced multiple felony charges against Tripicchio on Oct. 31. He’s been in police custody while receiving treatment at a Rockford hospital since, and is expected to survive to face charges. Once released from the hospital, he’ll be booked at DeKalb County Jail to await court proceedings.
Tripicchio is charged with armed violence, a Class X felony; attempted armed robbery, aggravated battery, criminal damage to property and three misdemeanor counts of aggravated assault. If convicted of the Class X felony, he could face up to 30 years in prison.
Man accused in stabbing wasn’t supposed to be in DeKalb County Police haven’t identified a motive as of Oct. 31, Leverton said. At the time of the stabbing attack at the dealer -
ship, Tripicchio was out of jail on pretrial release pending domestic violence charges from an unrelated Oct. 9 attack on a woman, according to court records.
On Oct. 9, DeKalb police responded to a residence on the city’s south side for a report of “domestic trouble,” police wrote in Oct. 10 DeKalb County court filings.
A woman told police Tripicchio attacked her, put her in handcuffs and struck her multiple times. She said she retaliated in self defense and punched him so he’d stop hitting her, court records show. The woman suffered wounds to her neck, wrist, hands and back, police wrote.
Tripicchio was arrested and charged with felony unlawful restraint and two misdemeanor counts of domestic battery.
He spent the night in DeKalb County Jail and was released by Circuit Court Judge Marcy Buick Oct. 10
after a pretrial release hearing over prosecutor’s petition to detain him.
The DeKalb County State’s Attorney’s Office filing had argued Tripicchio’s release would endanger the public.
Tripicchio was not supposed to be in DeKalb County according to Buick’s Oct. 10 order, records show.
Conditions of his pretrial release included he stay at a home in Elgin, return to DeKalb County for court appearances only, and only could leave the Elgin residence for work or medical reasons.
When asked if Tripicchio knew anyone at the dealership, Leverton said no.
“He has no direct correlation to the dealership,” Leverton said Oct. 31. “For whatever reason, he was intent on getting a vehicle one way or the other. So I think his purpose for being there was really related to just wanting a vehicle.”
New details emerge in dealership attack
New details of the violent attack emerged Oct. 31, including clarifying earlier information released by city
officials at the scene Oct. 23 that suggested multiple employees were stabbed.
One employee suffered a single stab wound to the hand while attempting to defend against Tripicchio’s attacks, according to court records.
Leverton said while others did not have stab wounds, multiple employees were assaulted by Tripicchio.
“He assaulted several people with a knife, but that’s different than stabbing people with a knife,” Leverton said.
DeKalb police were called to the dealership about 12:25 p.m. for “an upset customer refusing to leave the business,” police wrote in court filings Oct. 31. An employee later told police that while attempting to sell Tripicchio a car, he told her he was “thinking about brutally murdering someone and that he hypothetically could have killed her” inside the showroom where they stood, court records state.
Tripicchio then attempted to purchase a car from a different employee. During that interaction, Tripicchio allegedly told the employee he was in
Mark Busch file photo
Law enforcement officers talk Oct. 23 outside the Brian Bemis Toyota car dealership in DeKalb after responding to a stabbing where multiple employees were injured. The incident ended after police shot the man wielding the knife authorities said.
Charles M. Tripicchio, 32, of DeKalb
Upcoming NIU STEM Cafe to explore AI’S sales integration
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DeKALB – The next Northern Illinois University STEM Cafe will explore artificial intelligence’s integration into sales, pricing and marketing.
The free event will be held at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 6 at Fatty’s Pub and Grille, 1312 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb. Food and drinks will be available to buy.
Attendees will hear about artificial intelligence’s mainstream marketing and sales adoption, its customers and business effect, and its sales integration benefits and challenges. Artificial intelligence is being used to streamline sales processes, enhance customer interactions and optimize pricing strategies.
The cafe’s featured speaker is Reza Rajabi, Ph.D., NIU assistant professor of marketing.
Rajabi says that, while artificial intelligence is often in the news for its role in high-tech developments and the arts, AI also is becoming mainstream in a wide range of industries, with a focus on pragmatic applications.
“AI in sales and pricing is more than just automation; it’s about creating meaningful connections and insights,” Rajabi said in a news release. “It’s essential to recognize that while AI can offer tremendous benefits, human expertise and judgment remain crucial. I will also discuss the ethical considerations and the need for transparency when implementing AI solutions in sales and pricing.”
NIU STEM Cafes are part of NIU STEAM and are designed to increase public awareness of the critical role that STEM fields play in everyday life.
For information or to register, visit go.niu.edu/stemcafe.
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danger, and that if he didn’t give Tripicchio the car keys, he would kill that employee and their family, police wrote in court filings.
Tripicchio followed the employee into the dealership’s office, walked behind the employee-only counter, brandished the two knives and swung them toward one employee, cutting another one’s hand, according to court records. He swung at a third employee, and then used one of the knives to break two interior glass windows inside the dealership. The damages cost more than $500, according to court records.
DeKalb police arrived within five minutes and “confronted the individual, who refused to drop the knife and instead advanced,” according to a DeKalb Police Department news release. Police shot Tripicchio after he refused to comply with orders to put down the knife, authorities said.
Leverton said DeKalb officers are
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Genoa Lions Club welcomes new members
GENOA – The Genoa Lions Club recently inducted Mary Brandes and Barb Siskna as new club members. The induction ceremony was held July 17 at the Genoa Veterans Home, 311 S. Washington St., according to a news release.
The memberships were sponsored by Genoa Lions president Gene Bradford. The ceremony featured an induction pledge to follow Lions International’s bylaws. New members also must be committed to community service and supporting Lions International’s needs. – Shaw Local News Network
trained regularly to respond to scenarios that could involve using force to de-escalate, including firing a weapon.
“The large majority of the time, arrests involve no force at all, it’s just verbal commands,” Leverton said. “But obviously things escalate sometimes. ... So we really try to train to every level all the way up and including deadly force. The saying is ‘We prepare for the worst, but hope for the best.’ And we always want to overcome resistance with the lowest amount of force possible, but obviously sometimes people put us in situations where that doesn’t happen.”
Leverton said Tripicchio was shot multiple times, but said he didn’t know the exact number. Leverton said he expects Tripicchio to remain hospitalized for at least another week.
Two DeKalb police officers have been placed on administrative duty, meaning they won’t do field work, pending an investigation by Illinois State Police into their use of force actions.
Mark Busch file photo
A DeKalb police officer talks to a Brian Bemis Toyota employee Oct. 23 outside the dealership in DeKalb after responding to a stabbing where multiple employees were injured. The incident ended after police shot the man wielding the knife authorities said.
Photo provided by the Genoa Lions Club
Genoa Lions Barb Siskna, Mary Brandes and Genoa Lions president Gene Bradford are seen July 17.
Savor stunning colors and activities of autumn
By RYAN SEARL rsearl@shawmedia.com
Nestled along the tree-lined Illinois River, Starved Rock Country is home to some of the state’s top-rated destinations for experiencing fall colors. From scenic drives under colorful canopies to picturesque guided hikes that explain the science behind the jaw-dropping seasonal transformation, now’s a great time to take a sightseeing road trip.
WHERE SHOULD I VISIT?
Starved Rock State Park
Start your adventure with a drive through Starved Rock State Park. The popular park sports one of Enjoy Illinois’ top-ranked scenic drives for experiencing the fall colors. Route 71 is a wonderfully winding road that takes you from a serene riverfront lane to the prairie outside the park, before snaking over several canyons and past towering, tinted trees.
As Illinois’ most popular state park and one of the best nature destinations in the Midwest, Starved Rock is deservedly famous. The park boasts 18 beautiful canyons, 13 miles of trails catering to all levels of experience, panoramic views of the Illinois River and a historic lodge and dining hall.
Matthiessen State Park
This picturesque park takes you from wildflower-lined prairie trails to the depths of Ice Age-era dells, complete with rushing waterfalls and mossy canyon walls. Matthiessen’s otherworldly trails include options for both novice and experienced hikers, allowing all park patrons to enjoy views of the grand Cascade Falls and Giant’s Bathtub. You’ll likely see more than just fellow hikers on the trails – Matthiessen also features some of the best horseback riding paths in the Starved Rock area.
I&M Canal
Running through three counties (Will, Grundy and La Salle), the Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail is one of the most historic and picturesque parks in Starved Rock Country. A popular biking and hiking trail, the tree-lined mid-19th century waterway also serves as a great spot for enjoying fall colors. A flat, graded gravel path makes for an easy and accommodating sightseeing trip.
The 15-mile stretch of canal that runs from Ottawa to La Salle is an excellent bicycling destination. You’ll pass three historic towns and astounding fall scenery. Best of all, you no longer need to bring your own bike to explore the trail; simply reserve a rental bike outside La Salle’s Lock 16 Visitors Center and in Utica. Find details on that below.
To learn about more great parks you can explore this fall season, head to starvedrockcountry.com.
WHAT FALL COLOR ACTIVITIES ARE THERE?
Guided hikes
Both Starved Rock Lodge and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources offer a variety of guided hikes led by experienced naturalists. Starved Rock Lodge’s hikes depart from the Lodge lobby every Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. The expert natural-
ists will take you to some of the best fall color photo ops throughout the park on one-hour group hikes. For a full list of hikes and to reserve your space, visit www.starvedrocklodge.com/events.
Historic trolley tours
Trolley tours are one of Starved Rock Lodge’s signature events – and one of the best ways to experience the diversity and beauty of the park’s fall colors. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and to the Starved Rock Visitor Center. The all-ages tours are held aboard buses with modern, climate-control systems, ensuring you’ll have a comfortable ride, even in the crisp fall weather. Tours run select Saturdays and Sundays at noon and 1:30 p.m.
Boutique shopping
La Salle County offers wonderful boutique shopping opportunities to get you out and about during the fall, such as Ottawa’s tree-lined shopping dis-
trict and historic downtown Streator. La Salle’s shopping district is located just a short walk away from the I&M Canal, while Utica is just a stone’s throw from Starved Rock State Park.
Bike rentals
It’s now easier than ever before to take a fall colors bike ride along the I&M Canal, thanks to a new app-based, bike-sharing system developed in partnership with the Canal Corridor Association, the Illinois Office of Tourism and several local communities along the canal. Now, anyone age 18 or older can rent a bike at convenient self-service kiosks. Before you head out on your trip, visit www.iandmcanal.org/bike for a full list of the locations. When you’re there, simply click a link to download the app, then follow a simple registration process. Once you’re in proximity to a bike station, you can use your rental wheels to explore the trail and canal towns during one of the most beautiful times of the year.
Photo provided by Starved Rock Lodge
Richly hued panoramas await at Starved Rock State Park.
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CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, vs RICHARD W. KAKKURI, SARAH A. KAKKURI, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE AND CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), NATION AL ASSOCIATION, Defendants. CASE NO. 22-FC-107
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PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on February 22, 2024, the foll owing described real estate to-wit: Permanent Index Number: 08-26-102-004
Commonly known as: 418 Culver St, DeKalb, IL 60115 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on December 12, 2024, at 1:00 PM, at the Public Safety Building, 150 North Main Sycamore Illinois. The Judgment amount is $139,913.40.
The real estate is improved with a si ngle family residence.
Commonly known as: 418 Culver St, DeKalb, IL 60115 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on December 12, 2024, at 1:00 PM, at the Public Safety Building, 150 North Main, Sycamore, Illinois. The Judgment amount is $139,913.40.
The real estate is improved with a si ngle family residence.
pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offe red for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shal l receive a Certif icate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale
The property will NOT be open for inspection.
Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.
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Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 601 East William St reet, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719
accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time durin g any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common inte rest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1). If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MO RTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bi d by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of DeKalb County. No third party checks will be accepted The balance, incl uding the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due wi thin twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiri ng the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offe red for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shal l receive a Certif icate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. For information contact Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 601 East William St reet, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719
The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judici al foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proporti onate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding instit ution of an acti on to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time durin g any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common inte rest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).
Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Co llection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Fi rm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Karen C. Mitch (#6291822) HEAVNER BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Attorneys at Law 601 East William Street Decatur, IL 62523
Send Notice/Pleadings to: Veronika J. Miles (#6313161) Email: Non-CookPleadings @hsbattys.com
Telephone: (217) 422-1719
Facsimile: (217) 422-1754 I3252027
Published in The MidWeek, November 6, 13, 20, 2024
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Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bi d by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of DeKalb County. No third party checks will be accepted The balance, incl uding the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer is due wi thin twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiri ng the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offe red for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in "AS IS"
The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judici al foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proporti onate share, if any of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6
If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MO RTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Co llection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Fi rm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Karen C. Mitch (#6291822) HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC
Attorneys at Law
601 East William Street Decatur, IL 62523
Send Notice/Pleadings to:
PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWENTY-THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SYCAMORE, DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff vs RICHARD W. KAKKURI, SARAH A. KAKKURI, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE AND CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), NATION AL ASSOCIATION, Defendants.
CASE NO. 22-FC-107
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on February 22, 2024 the foll owing described real estate, to-wit: THE WEST 60 FEET OF THE EAST 120 FEET OF LOT 27 IN THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1, 2, 3 AND 4 IN BLOCK 1 OF LAWLER'S SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH RANGE 4, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCI PAL MERIDIAN AS PER THE PLAT OF SAID RESUBDIVISION, RECORDED MARCH 20TH, 1948 IN BOOK "G" OF PLATS, PAGE 134, AS DOCUMENT NO 211827, IN DEKALB COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Permanent Index Number: 08-26-102-004
Commonly known as: 418 Culver St, DeKalb, IL 60115 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on December 12 2024, at 1:00 PM, at the Public Safety Building, 150 North Main, Sycamore, Illinois.
The Judgment amount is $139,913.40.
The real estate is improved with a si ngle family residence.
$139,913.40. The real estate is improved with a si ngle family residence.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bi d by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of DeKalb County. No third party checks will be accepted The balance, incl uding the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due wi thin twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiri ng the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offe red for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shal l receive a Certif icate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale
The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.
For information contact Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 601 East William St reet, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719
judici al foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proporti onate share, if any of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding instit ution of an acti on to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common inte rest community the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).
If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (c) OF THE ILLINOIS MO RTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
Attorneys at Law
601 East William Street
Decatur, IL 62523
Send Notice/Pleadings to:
Veronika J. Miles (#6313161) Email: Non-CookPleadings @hsbattys.com
Telephone: (217) 422-1719
Facsimile: (217) 422-1754 I3252027
Published in The MidWeek, November 6, 13, 20, 2024
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bi d by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of DeKalb County. No third party checks will be accepted The balance, incl uding the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer is due wi thin twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiri ng the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offe red for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The Sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court.
The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judici al foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proporti onate share, if any of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding instit ution of an acti on to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common inte rest community the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1). If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney
Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Co llection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Fi rm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempti ng to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Karen C. Mitch (#6291822) HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC
Attorneys at Law 601 East William Street Decatur, IL 62523
