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Livestock perish in barn fire north of Polo

Several area departments help Polo firefighters battle early morning blaze

By EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@shawmedia.com

POLO – An early morning fire and explosion in a barn north of Polo on Dec. 19 claimed the lives of several sheep.

Polo Fire Chief Jim Ports said his department received the call at 2:30 a.m. and found the wood frame barn at 58 N. Maryland Road fully on fire when they arrived.

“A propane tank exploded. I don’t know if that was the cause or not,” Ports

said on Dec. 23. Square bales of hay were stored in the barn along with the livestock.

“There were sheep in the barn and some of them perished,” Ports said. “There were cattle too, but I think they were OK. There were no injuries to firefighters.”

The barn was located at the end of a long lane west of Maryland Road, which forced firefighters to back their fire trucks and tenders down the lane to the structure to supply water to fight the blaze.

Ports said mutual aid was provided by area departments including Mt. Morris, Oregon, Forreston, Sterling, Dixon Rural, Milledgeville, Franklin Grove and Advance EMS.

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First Fridays Open Mic is Jan. 3 at Oregon VFW

OREGON – The First Fridays Open Mic will present its monthly show Friday, Jan. 3, at the Oregon VFW, 1310 W. Washington St.

The indoor event attracts talented performers, but musicians and singers of all skill levels find acceptance from its supportive audience.

The show starts at 6:30 p.m. Admission is

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Polo firefighters remained on the scene for several hours.

“We were there until around 6:30 a.m.,” Ports said. “We appreciate all the mutual aid and all the help from all the departments.”

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

It was the second fire in less than a week for Polo firefighters who battled a house fire Dec. 16 on Division Street in Polo.

The home’s resident was rescued by Kaden Coppotelli, a Polo police officer, before firefighters arrived. Four pets perished in the fire, which destroyed the two-story home. The cause of the fire is being investigated by the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Ports said.

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and Kris Gilbert, treasurer.

“Performers can sign up for time slots on a first-come, first-serve basis, so it’s best to arrive by 6 p.m. or earlier,” said Lowell Harp, one of the event’s organizers.

For more information, call Jerry Tice at 815-449-2660.

The Oregon VFW includes a restaurant and bar. A fish fry runs from 4 to 8 p.m. Fridays. Ample parking is available.

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ABOVE: Here are the 2025-26 Ogle County Historical Society Board of Directors. In the front row (from left) are Edgar Ferrer, Dawn Somers, Michal Burnett and Tom Lichty. In the back row are Mike Arians and Dave Head. LEFT: The Ogle County Historical Society elected officers in November. In the front row is president Arlene Sangmeister. In the back row (from left) are Dottie Bowers, secretary; Beth Baker Simeone, vice president;

90th Horst reunion held honoring ancestors who moved from Germany to Ogle County

The following information was submitted by Beth Nelson-Chase after being compiled by ancestors of George and Anna Horst.

In picture-perfect weather on Sunday, Aug. 11, 80 people, descendants and their families of George Horst Sr. (1824-1914) and his wife, Anna Margaretha Appel Horst (1828-1881), gathered at the home of John and Beth Chase (Cedar Creek Vines, northwest of Mt. Morris) for the 90th Horst Reunion.

Since the early 1930s, Horst families have convened each August with a reunion picnic at relatives’ homes, village or city parks, state parks and forest preserves. This year’s reunion was held a mile and a half from where the Horsts established their homestead 162 years ago to farm and raise their four children: Anna Elizabeth Horst Diehl, Konrad and George Horst Jr. and Helena (Lena) Horst Borneman.

The day proved to be a refreshing, uplifting timeout for all. Children were entertained with a variety of lawn games. Extended family members, separated by time or distance, had the opportunity to connect/reconnect, celebrate family events and create new memories.

Cedar Creek Vines showcased five red and three white wines during informal wine tasting. Flavorful pulled pork sandwiches and dressing, provided by Nelson Family Farms, a fifth generation family farm (north and west of Mt. Morris), were served in combination with a bountiful potluck of casseroles, salads, fresh garden vegetables, seasonal fruits and scrumptious homemade pies, cakes, cookies and desserts. The traditional afternoon reunion treat, ice cream, also was served.

Photos were taken. A collection of Horst memorabilia and a genealogy chart, stretching 14-foot long were displayed. Five generations of Horsts were present. Attendees traveled from Colorado, Kansas City, Iowa, Wisconsin and Michigan to meet and greet their cousins.

After a brief business meeting conducted by reunion president and secretary, Dave and Cindy Link (Leaf River), awards were presented to the youngest, most cherished and furthest traveled.

Everyone was entered into drawings for a 90th Anniversary Horst Reunion quilt and table runner hand quilted and donated by Barb Johnson (Leaf River) and her daughters: Cindy Link (Leaf River), Peggy Feide (Rockford), Pam Wrasse (Baileyville), Carol Anderson (Davis Junction) and granddaughter, Madison Schelling (Oregon).

Leona Nelson (Mt. Morris) presented a family history. She described the push/pull factors that brought Germans to America during the Civil War. German farms had been divided over generations to the point they were too small to make a living.

Economic hardships, shortage of land and limited political rights drove dissatisfied German immigrants from their native homes. Family and friends in America wrote letters home encouraging others to join them in the land of opportunity. Leona asked listeners to take into account how treacherous the journey was for the entire family. Their initial overseas journey, then several days or more of overland travel by rail and wagon, and finally homesteading brought continuous anxieties and fears, followed by decades of hardships and arduous, backbreaking work on their farm. The family lived strong religious faith: “For nothing will be impossible with God.” (Luke 1:37.)

George Sr., his wife and their four children were born in Sellenrod Hessen-Darmstadt, Germany. George Sr. followed his brother and sister who had immigrated to America through Baitimore, Maryland, in 1861 with their 9-year-old nephew, Konrad Horst, George Sr.’s eldest son.

The family of five began their overseas emigration from the port of Bremen, Germany, in June 1862. They traveled in steerage on an older cargo sailing ship with children ages 13, 7 and 2. Overcrowded steerage allowed only a few square feet per passenger. The ship was dirty; there was little food and

poor ventilation; rats and lice were the norm.

The voyage required six weeks at sea to travel nearly 4,200 nautical miles. Passengers endured rough seas from high winds and feared running out of water and food. They arrived at Castle Garden Emigrant Depot in lower Manhattan on July 19, 1862.

Their ship was moored in the bay until an immigration landing agent arrived. After a thorough review of the ship’s passenger manifest, noting who had died on the trip and who was then ill, immigrants and their luggage were ferried across the bay to the Castle Garden (Kessel Garten) Emigrant Depot. All were examined by a medical officer to ascertain if any sick might have passed the health authorities at quarantine.

They were taken to a waiting area, the Castle Garden Rotunda, which had a capacity of between 2,000 to 4,000. During processing, officials recorded all necessary information pertaining to each immigrant such as name, nationality, former residence and intended destination.

At the depot, immigrants could safely buy railroad tickets without fear of being defrauded. Restaurants, bread stands and washrooms were available. Immigrants could lodge at licensed Castle Garden boarding houses for periods varying from one day to several weeks.

The family came by rail to Chicago. They completed their journey either by train, most likely the Galena-Chicago Union Railroad with stops in Rockford

and Freeport, or by wagon. They claimed their homestead on the present Apple Road near Coon Creek in Mt. Morris Township.

There was no government assistance for immigrants. They brought little with them. Having arrived in northern Illinois in late July, their land had not been cleared. There were no crops to harvest. The first priority was to build a log cabin; they heated with wood in a cabin without insulation.

Cooperation between neighbors helped them through the first winter and beyond. The land was cleared in winter with little thought of conservation. Trees were chopped down with felling axes. A team of oxen dragged the trees into piles which were burned. Farming in America was vastly different than Germany. For the first few years they farmed at a subsistence level.

The language barrier necessitated relying on their own ethnic community for business activities, school, church and social life. They spoke German at home with family, friends and neighbors. They assimilated into American life at the rate they learned English.

Their Lutheran religion was never neglected. Ministers were brought from Wartburg Seminary in Iowa to teach catechism students. Church services, first held in homes, then the school, and later in a church at West Grove, were conducted in German.

There was no piano or organ, hymnals were scarce, hymns were led by

Photo provided by Deb Toney

Eighty descendants and their families of George Horst Sr. (1824-1914) and his wife, Anna Margaretha Appel Horst (1828-1881), pose for a photo at the home of John and Beth Chase (Cedar Creek Vines, northwest of Mt. Morris) for the 90th Horst Reunion on Aug. 11.

Getting ready for family gatherings

Everyone is getting ready for the gathering of family for the holidays. Some of my family is on the road right now and they have called to give me their arrival time. I am always excited when some of them stay overnight and we can visit quietly. Then tomorrow the entire family will arrive and the house will be full.

The great-grandchildren from Winston-Salem are excited that I have snow in Polo. They do not get much snow in the South so they will come with snow clothes to play outdoors for a bit. The place will hum with activity and my cat will hide.

The last we were all together was Clare and Colin’s wedding in Wisconsin. It was in the country with animals to play with and lots to do at the Gathering Barn. The weather was

POLO HISTORY

Betty Obendorf

hot and rain arrived as we were eating which provided a little pond for playing and splashing. Now the snow will provide more fun. My how the seasons change and we still enjoy something about each season.

I am lucky to have a big house to accommodate everyone and this time we add three new little ones to enjoy.

James from Winston-Salem I have not seen so this will be fun. They change quickly and grow up fast.

Carol Hammer’s slush punch and my eggnog are always a big hit. Late in the day we have pizza that my sister started a number of years ago.

Everyone loves pizza and that is easy to order. Krista comes with her cookies that she has baked and we add many other snacks. This time I dug out the recipe for a cheese ball that I have not made for a number of years. Ritz crackers have crackers made in Christmas shapes. Is that new or have they been around before? I do not shop out of town so I use what Polo has to offer.

As I look at our new market place with all the driveway now cemented, I realize that I need to use that more when spring, summer and fall arrive again. Right now I am enjoying some Christmas jam that Beth Green made. That spread on a pancake with a cup of hot water and honey make a good combination.

Right now I have been loving all the different types of eggnog our gro-

cery store has to offer and I keep my refrigerator full. I do make my own and the family enjoys that but it is full of whipping cream. A little rich for my system but I enjoy watching even my great-grandchildren as they head for the eggnog bowl.

So to all the family gatherings on this holiday season, have a great time and visit with your school age family members. Find out what they like about their classrooms. Ask them what was one new thing they did that week that was exciting.

I am getting ready to talk to Natalie’s fifth grade class about the Underground Railroad. That should be an interesting time.

• Betty Obendorf is a retired teacher and volunteer for the Polo Historical Society.

The origins of a famous Christmas poem

While we are now familiar with this poem during the Christmas season, this originally was a simple poem written by biblical scholar and professor Clement Clark Moore for his children in 1822 (14 years before Oregon was founded). A visiting friend was so impressed with the poem that she sent it to a newspaper editor who published it the following year. The poem first appeared uncredited in the Troy Sentinel newspaper Dec. 23, 1823.

OGLE COUNTY HISTORY

’Twas the Night before Christmas Poem By Clement Clarke Moore

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St Nicholas

soon would be there.

The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads.

And mama in her kerchief, and I in my cap, Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap.

When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.

Away to the window I flew like a flash,

To open the shutters and threw up the sash.

The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow gave the lustre of mid-day to objects below.

When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,

But a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny reindeer.

With a little old driver, so lively and quick, I knew in a moment it must be St Nick.

More rapid than eagles his coursers they came, And he whistled, and

• HORST REUNION

Polo bank employees promoted, recognized for dedicated service

DIXON – Two employees at a bank in Polo are being recognized for their years of dedicated service.

Carol Klein and Karen Hutchinson of First State Bank Polo have both been promoted to Customer Service Representative II. Klein has worked as a teller at the bank for the past three years and Hutchinson has been there for the past five years.

The two workers are known among customers for their exceptional customer service, hard work, dedication and warm smiles.

The bank at 211 S. Division Ave. also has branches in Lake Carroll and Shannon.

The Polo branch is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon.

For more information, contact the Polo branch at 815-946-2777.

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one or two musically inclined male song leaders. George Horst Sr. was one of the founders of the German Lutheran Church at West Grove where he remained an active member until his death.

The family faithfully observed the Sabbath. After attending church each Sunday they gathered at home on Sunday afternoons to read the Bible. German family Bibles continue to pass through the generations. The regional German dialect that migrated with the Horsts was preserved in homes for over two generations.

As the Horsts became established within the Mt. Morris community, they

shouted, and called them by name!

“Now Dasher! now Dancer! now Prancer and Vixen!

On, Comet! On Cupid! On Donner and Blitzen!

To the top of the porch! To the top of the wall! Now dash away! Dash away! Dash away all!”

• Otto Dick is a retired teacher and has researched Ogle County history for several years.

were recognized as kind, humble, honest, hard-working, highly respected citizens. George Horst Sr.’s obituary describes him as “a man of sterling character who enjoyed a high degree of respect from all with whom he came in contact. He was a man of unusually industrious habits, and although coming to this community poor in purse, his good management and natural thrift brought him ample competency for his declining years. He was a truly good man and a kindly-hearted neighbor.” (Mt. Morris Index, October 28, 1914)

Today, as one travels northwest of Mt. Morris, Horst descendants continue farming on land purchased, cleared and farmed by their ancestors. To quote Thomas Hardy (1840-1928}: “I am the family face; flesh perishes, I live on.”

Otto Dick

Karen Hutchinson

Carol Klein

Dixon man accused of attempted murder will remain jailed

By PAYTON FELIX pfelix@shawmedia.com

OREGON – A rural Dixon man charged with attempting to murder three police officers in June will remain jailed while continuing to review evidence that will be presented as his case proceeds through the courts.

Jonathon Gounaris, 32, is charged with four counts of attempted first-degree murder, three counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm, three counts of aggravated battery and two counts of possession of a firearm without a firearm owner’s identification card – all of which stem from a June 12 standoff with police in the rural Dixon subdivision of Lost Lake. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges and is being held in the Winnebago County jail in Rockford.

On Dec. 19, Gounaris appeared before Judge John “Ben” Roe for a status hearing. He was escorted into court by two Winnebago County corrections officers and two Ogle County court deputies. He wore a yellow jumpsuit issued to inmates, handcuffs and leg irons.

Ogle County Assistant Public Defender Michael O’Brien told Roe that he is continuing to work through

Ogle County Assistant Public Defender

Rock did not object and provided Gounaris’ defense with the requested lab report.

O’Brien then argued for Gounaris’ release. He acknowledged that he was not present for Gounaris’ initial detention hearing, but said there “are conditions available that would mitigate the threat to the public.”

Some of those conditions could include home monitoring, taking prescribed medications, submitting to drug testing and attending counseling, O’Brien said.

O’Brien also pointed out that Gounaris has “continued to make progress while in jail. He has made no infractions, sanctions or reprimands.”

“We’ve already had an extensive hearing regarding his detention,” Roe said. “I note the arguments about his progress, but it doesn’t change the circumstances.”

Gounaris is charged with shooting three members of the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Response Team after a three-hour standoff when police tried to enter his home at 402 Wild Rice Lane in Lost Lake.

The ERT is made up of individuals from agencies including the sheriff’s office, Oregon and Byron police departments and SWAT medics from the Rochelle Fire Department.

the 770 pages of police reports, medical records and other evidence relevant to Gounaris’ defense and has conducted one of several meetings with Gournaris.

O’Brien said that there’s still a “large amount of video evidence” he needs to go through with Gounaris in person and requested additional information pertaining to medical records.

Ogle County State’s Attorney Mike

Man accused of sexually assaulting 7-year-old to remain in jail

By EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@shawmedia.com

OREGON – An Indiana man accused of sexually assaulting a 7-year-old girl will continue to be held in the Ogle County Jail despite his attorney’s efforts to have him released.

Casper W. Jennings, 34, of South Bend, Indiana, will remain in custody on charges of predatory criminal sexual assault and aggravated criminal sexual abuse as his case proceeds through the court system.

Jennings has pleaded not guilty to five counts of predatory criminal sexual assault, Class X felonies; and one count of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, a Class 2 felony. He is accused of committing sex acts with the girl between June and November.

On Dec. 19, Ogle County Judge John “Ben” Roe denied a request by Jennings’s attorney, Ogle County Public Defender Kathleen Isley, to have her client released.

Isley said Jennings, who has been held in the jail since his Nov. 23 arrest, was no longer working as a truck driver and, if released, could stay with his

father who had recently moved to Rochelle from Indiana. Jennings appeared in court with Isley dressed in the orange jumpsuit issued to prisoners and wearing handcuffs and shackles.

“He [Jennings] was a truck driver who would drive to various states. He is no longer employed as a truck driver,” Isley told Roe. “He had lived with his father, but his father has since moved to Rochelle and if he were to be released he could live with is dad.”

Assistant State’s Attorney Matthew Leisten argued that Jennings should remain in custody due to the severity of the charges.

“He [Jennings] told her to ‘hush’ and not tell anyone,” Leisten said referring to the alleged sexual assaults of the girl. Leisten said the girl, who Jennings knew, was evaluated at the Rochelle hospital following the assaults.

Isley said the court could place restrictions on Jennings if he were to be released including wearing a monitoring device and having no contact with the alleged victim or any other children.

See JENNINGS, page 8

He recently completed a four-day spiritual weekend program and has been taking “workable” medications, O’Brien said.

Ogle County Assistant State’s Attorney Heather Kruse disagreed.

She said that all of O’Brien‘s arguments have been made before and pointed out that Gounaris’ “obedience to the rules while in a structured environment doesn’t mean he should be released.”

Roe denied the request for his release and ruled for continued detention until the next court date.

Ogle County Sheriff’s Lt. Jason Ketter was shot in the face and flown to OSF Medical Center in Rockford, where he underwent surgery. He was released from the hospital June 14.

Ogle County Sheriff’s Deputy Tad Dominski was shot in the arm, and Tyler Carls of the Rochelle Fire Department was shot in the torso. They were treated at KSB Hospital in Dixon and released later that evening.

Gounaris also was shot during the gunfire exchange and was taken to KSB Hospital in Dixon, where he was treated before being booked into the Winnebago County jail on June 18.

Gounaris’ next court appearance is at 3:30 p.m. Jan. 23.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE 2024TX26: TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL, ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE VEHICLE SERVICES, ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE AND OGLE COUNTY CLERK, OGLE COUNTY TREASURER, OGLE COUNTY STATE’S ATTORNEY, DITECH FINANCIAL LLC CORP AGENT: C T CORPORATION SYSTEM, RITHM CAPITAL, AND TO OCCUPANTS AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED: Parcel Number Owners/Parties Interested Cert Number Street Or Common Address

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TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID MOBILE HOMES WERE SOLD ON NOVEMBER 2, 2022, FOR DELINQUENT MOBILE HOME LOCAL SERVICES TAXES FOR THE YEAR 2022 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES JUNE 2, 2025. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX CERTIFICATES OF TITLE HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED MOBILE HOMES BY OGLE COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JUNE 26, 2025 AT 9:00 AM [COURTROOM 302], SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX CERTIFICATE OF TITLE ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID MOBILE HOME NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 2, 2025. /S/ OGLE COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS:

105 S. 5TH ST STE 104, OREGON, IL 61061 TELEPHONE: (815) 732-1110

Earleen Hinton

Michael O’Brien talks with Jonathon Gounaris, 32, before a Dec. 19 hearing at the Ogle County Judicial Center in Oregon.

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Warranty Deeds

Jacob L. Gilroy to Timothy Johnson and Lynn Johnson, 6749 N. Friday Road, Byron, $268,000.

Pitzer Spring Creek Cattle to Keith Gonnerman and Keith L. Gonnerman, one parcel in Lafayette Township, $1,061,640.

Henry O. Arevalo and Vilma A. Arevalo to Steven O’Brien, 925 N. Main St., Rochelle, $193,500.

Patti Jennings and Richard Douglas Jennings to State Of Il Dept Transportation, 222 S. First Ave., Forreston, $650.

James Felts Trustee and JDF Revocable Trust to James Felts, 1661 E. Spring Creek Road, Oregon, $0.

Kyle W. Sheaffer and Amy K. Sheaffer to Gen3 Land & Cattle Co. Inc., 6465 S. Freeport Road, Polo, and one parcel in Woosung Township, $1,145,950.

Linda C. Gaul to Doreen Mattes and Andrew Emberson Jr., 307 N. Congress Ave., Polo, $94,900.

Connor Steven Rice and Tyler Rene Rice to Ashley Bedgood, 3711 W. Sumner Road, Leaf River, $335,000.

Darrin Vits and Inez Vits to Tammie Morley and Courtney Gonzalez, 307 N. Knollwood Drive, Dixon, $474,000.

Kurt Liebhaber and Paula T. Liebhaber to Austin E. Strite, 1046 W. Mud Creek Road, Oregon, $230,000.

Chris R. Wiley and Karen Pedigo to Lisa Ruth Cowell and Keith Edward Colwell, 928 Monongahela Drive, Dixon, $289,000.

James Wiggins and Lisa Wiggins to James P. Wiggins, trustee; Lisa A. Wiggins, trustee; James P. Wiggins Trust; and Lisa A. Wiggins Trust, 6470 S. Ridge Road, Oregon, $0.

ANW Poggioli LLC to Shirley M. Poggioli, one parcel in Leaf River, $0.

Trent R. Brass and Thomas J. Brass to TJ Brass Agricultural Development LLC and TR Brass Agricultural Development LLC, two parcels in Scott Township, $0. Trent R. Brass and Thomas J. Brass to TJ Brass Agricultural Development LLC and TR Brass Agricultural Development LLC, 9248 N. Kishwaukee Road, Stillman Valley, $0.

Petersen Health Care X LLC to Highlight Rochelle Property LLC, 1021 Caron Road, Rochelle, $1,204,706.

Quit Claim Deeds

Eric Ryan Davis and Velvette C. Davis to Eric R. Davis and Patricia A. Davis, 340 E. Blackhawk Drive, Byron, $0.

Troy A. Mowry, Heather Barcai Mowry, and Heather Barcai-Mowry to Troy A. Mowry, Heather Barcai Mowry and Heather Barcai-Mowry, 4140 S. Rocky Hollow Road, Chana, $0.

Down Range LLC to Matthew Gerard, no parcel number available, $0.

Saul De Luna and Ofelia Bustamante to Saul De Luna and Ofelia Bustamante, 308 N. Ninth St., Rochelle, $0.

Federico Pelayo to Maria D. Pelayo, 227 Ave. C., Rochelle, $0.

David B. Casey and Sheryl A. Casey to Sheryl A. Casey, trustee, and Sheryl A. Casey Trust, 5180 S. Queens Road, Rochelle, $0.

Kenneth R. Bland to Kenneth R. Bland, trustee, 210 S. Clark St., Monroe Center, $0.

Jill Gryder to Rebecka A. Phelps, 119 Prairie Moon Drive, Davis Junction, $239,900.

Trustees Deeds

Janice Buchanan, trustee, and Buchanan

Daniel J. Buchanan Trust to Stephen J. Newcomer, trustee, and Steven J. Newcomer Trust, one parcel in Leaf River, $96,910.

Matthew Hagemann, trustee, Sheryl E. Piros Revocable Trust to Cassidy C. Manning, 4585 S Chana Road, Chana; two parcels in Pine Rock Township, $475,000.

Elizabeth Anne Reed Trustee, Elizabeth Anne Reed Revocable Trust, Paul J. O’Rorke Jr. Trustee, Paul J. O’Rrorke Jr. Revocable Trust to Rkjj Investments LLC, 801 Lincoln Hwy, Rochelle, $115,000.

Russell W. Gorsuch, trustee; Beth A. Gorsuch Trustee; Gorsuch Family Rev Tr2022 to Danielle N. Arbuthnot, trustee, and Arbuthnot Rev Living Trust, 17882 E. Illinois Route 72, Monroe Center $530,000.

Garrett R. Rude, trustee; Olivia M. Rude, trustee; Garrett R. Rude Living Trust and Olivia M. Rude Living Trust to Kyle T. Shambaugh and Isabella Shambaugh, 9618 W. Fairmont Road, Polo, $354,900.

Deeds in Trust

Diane K. Terviel, Deceased By Heir to David L. Saam, trustee, and Diane K. Terviel Trust, no parcel number listed, $0. Donald L. Falk and Shirley J. Falk to Donald L. Falk, trustee; Shirley J. Falk, trustee; and Donald L. and Shirley J. Falk Joint Living Trust, no parcel number listed, $0.

Robert D. Akers, Sue Larush, and Susan D. Akers to Joan Cave, trustee; Jamison L. Peters, trustee; and Daryl Cave Testamentary Family Trust, 7460 W. Illinois Route 64, Mt. Morris, $397,000.

Dirk J. Meminger and Jennifer R. Meminger to Dirk J. Meminger, trustee; Jennifer R. Meminger, trustee; Dirk J.. Meminger Living Trust and Jennifer R. Meminger Living Trust, 3615 N. Leaf River Road, Mt. Morris; Leaf River & Midtown, Mt. Morris; 6429 N. Town Hall Road, Oregon, $0.

Source:OgleCountyRecorder’sOffice

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CAUSE NO. 2024TX25: TO THE FOLLOWING NAMED PERSONS (AND IF DECEASED, TO THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES), AND TO THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND TO ALL INTERESTED DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES THEREOF, INCLUDING AMONG OTHERS ILLINOIS DEPT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, ILLINOIS PUBLIC AID CONSULTANT, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL, STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPT OF HEALTHCARE & FAMILY SERVICES (PUBLIC AID) GENERAL COUNSEL AND OGLE COUNTY CLERK, OGLE COUNTY TREASURER, OGLE COUNTY STATES ATTORNEY, CITY OF OREGON, COMMONWEALTH EDISON CO, LOST LAKE UTILITY DISTRICT, UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS, AND TO OCCUPANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED IN THE PARCELS HEREINAFTER NAMED:

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22-08-254-012UNITED LOST LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION.

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TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID PARCELS WERE SOLD ON NOVEMBER 2, 2022, FOR GENERALTAXES FOR THE YEAR 2021 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES JUNE 2, 2025. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX DEEDS HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED PARCELS BY OGLE COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON JUNE 26, 2025 AT 9:00 AM [COURTROOM 302], SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX DEED ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID PARCEL NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 2, 2025. /S/ OGLE COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 105 S. 5TH ST STE 104, OREGON, IL 61061 TELEPHONE: (815) 732-1110

On Dec. 9, members of the Oregon Woman’s Club brought presents for a client family of Hope House of Dixon. They gave presents of clothing, books, toys and personal items to the family as part of Hope House’s annual Adopt-a-Family program. The program makes Christmas possible for families in crisis who otherwise would not be able to provide gifts for each other. “We try to do this every year,” Oregon Woman’s Club president Christa Young said. “We know it makes a difference for these women and children. It brings joy to them at a time that is hard for them and it gives us joy as well to participate.” Pictured are Oregon Woman’s Club members (from left) Christa Young, Sandie Chasm and Johanna Hahne present gifts to Hope House’s Adopt-a-Family program.

Kloeppings to celebrate 60 years

Brian and Bonita Kloepping of Shannon are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary.

Brian and the former Bonita Groezinger of Elizabeth, Illinois, were married at Derinda Trinity Lutheran Church in Elizabeth on Dec. 20, 1964, by the Rev. Henry Grishskowski.

Attending the bride were Martha Heer and Kathy Groezinger. Attending the groom were Richard Reusch and

Bradley Kloepping.

Their son, Craig (Kristin) Kloep

ping, lives in rural Baileyville. Sons Steven and Nathan are deceased. They are blessed with two grandchildren, Caidin Kloepping and friend Carissa Hollin of Wheaton, and Keileigh Kloepping and fiance Joseph Fiorello of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.

Cards may be sent to 717 S. MacArthur St., Shannon, IL 61078

Photo provided by Nancy Bartels

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Brian and Bonita Kloepping

Castle Rock State Park part of ‘First Day

Hike at an Illinois State Park’ initiative

By EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@shawmedia.com

OREGON – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is inviting outdoor lovers to start 2025 out right with a First Day Hike at an Illinois state park on Jan. 1.

IDNR is hosting self-guided hikes at 15 state parks across Illinois on New Year’s Day. These free, family-friendly hikes are available to the public.

“There’s no better way to clear your head, say goodbye to the stress of the holidays and welcome a new year than to get outdoors for some fresh air and exercise,” IDNR Director Natalie Phelps Finnie said. “The trails at Illinois state parks are ready and waiting for you.”

Castle Rock State Park, located three miles south of Oregon, is one of the designated parks that will have stickers and special photo opportunities for hikers. Visitors are encouraged to sign in and share photos and videos on social media with the

hashtags #ILStateParks and #FirstDayHikes.

Other state parks listed by the IDNR taking part in the event are Beall Woods State Park in Wabash County; Beaver Dam State Park in Macoupin County; Cache River State Natural Area in Johnson County; Eagle Creek and Wolf Creek State Park in Shelby County; Eldon Hazlet State Recreation Area in Clinton County; Ferne Clyffe State Park in Johnson County; Fox Ridge State Park in Coles County; Giant City State Park in Jackson County; Illinois Beach State Park in Lake County; Pere Marquette State Park in Jersey County; Rock Island Trail State Park in Stark County; Sand Ridge State Forest in Mason County; Sangchris Lake State Park in Sangamon County; and William Powers State Recreation Area in Cook County.

Trail maps and additional information are available at the Illinois First Day Hikes website. For more information contact dnr.parksadmin@illinois or call 217-782-6302.

Castle Rock State Park is Ogle County’s largest state park at 2,000 acres, offering six miles of marked hiking trails, nearly two miles of bank fishing, a boat ramp, picnic areas, shelters and plenty of flora and fauna.

And the park’s namesake, Castle Rock, offers visitors a birds-eye view of the Rock River Valley.

Castle Rock, the atypical element to this 27-year-old park, is a large sandstone bluff on the west side of the Rock River just off Illinois 2 – the scenic state highway that passes through the park.

Hikers can reach the deck on the top of Castle Rock by a series of steps, where they are treated to a view of the Rock River and surrounding parklands.

First Day Hikes is an initiative in partnership with America’s State Parks Foundation. The organization began the event in 1992 in Massachusetts. The campaign encourages participants nationwide to hike, bike and engage in activities in state parks on the first day of the new year.

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Roe disagreed, ruling that Jennings would remain in custody, citing evidence presented at a Nov. 26 detention hearing.

In court documents, Judge Anthony Peska ruled Jennings should not be released because of the “nature and circumstances” and “regularity” of the alleged offenses. He also cited Jennings’ job in the trucking industry and “reported ongoing sexual assault” of the girl while in a “position of trust and authority,” as additional reasons to deny his release.

Rochelle police arrested Jennings following an investigation in cooperation with Shining Star Children’s Advocacy Center in Dixon, an agency that investigates allegations of physical or sexual abuse.

Jennings faces up to 60 years in prison under special sentencing if convicted of the Class X felonies. A Class 2 felony is punishable by three to seven years in prison.

Dec. 19 marked the fourth court appearance for Jennings since his arrest by Rochelle police.

On Dec. 4, Jennings waived his right to a preliminary hearing and pleaded not guilty to the charges and entered a demand for a jury trial, a common practice following preliminary hearings.

His next court appearance is at 1:30 p.m., Jan. 23.

By PAYTON FELIX pfelix@shawmedia.com

OREGON – The Ogle County Board voted 13-11 on Dec. 17 to approve a special-use permit for a solar project in Haldane, between Forreston and Polo, after a lawsuit filed by the petitioner.

The company, Cenergy Power, previously requested a permit for a 5-megawatt community solar project in Lincoln Township on agricultural-zoned land, a request that was unanimously denied by the board in April because of the land’s high Land Evaluation and Site Assessment score for agriculture use.

LESA is a land evaluation method that uses a rating system to assess the agricultural value of a piece of land, considering the quality of soil and other factors such as location and surrounding land use. The board passed a resolution in March declaring its intent to support high-quality farmland.

After the denial of the permit in April, Cenergy Power decreased the size of the site plan to avoid the higher-quality soils in the southeast corner of the property and resubmitted it.

The company also filed a lawsuit against the county for inappropriate denial based on an Illinois law, enacted

in January 2023, that requires counties and municipalities to adopt statewide standards for utility-scale solar and wind facilities. The lawsuit was temporarily suspended after the county agreed to reconsider the petition.

“The land on this property is highly productive, and even though they minimized the impact of the land, it’s still very high-quality land,” board member Ben Youman said.

“It’s all good land up in there and I just have one heck of a time bending over for them just to take good land,” board member Lyle Hopkins said.

“The County Board voted to support agriculture and preserve it. There’s other places and rougher ground where these things can be placed. Why take good farm ground and put these things on it?”

The county hired a law firm for the issue that said although Cenergy Power could have a case, it would have a low likelihood of winning, especially because of the state’s current political climate, Youman said.

Ogle County State’s Attorney Mike Rock said that fighting it would be “incredibly expensive and time-con -

suming.” It could cost the county between $300,000 and $500,000.

“As far as policy, does Ogle County want to be the tip of the spear fighting the governor’s zoning power grab?” Rock said. “The state took everything away. Do we want to be the county to fight it? This would be framing this zoning issue for the whole state if this is the fight you want to take.”

After the approval, the board heard from Haldane resident Mike Bowman, who was against the solar farm.

“My north view is going to be this solar farm for the next 25 years, which by all aspects is the rest of my life,” Bowman said. “I can’t put up a visual barrier. My view right now is a beautiful cornfield with the Haldane Cemetery on the north edge of it. I’ll no longer be able to see the cemetery, where I have a whole lot of friends and family buried.

“Dirt is important to everybody in this room, everybody in this county, because we live by what happens with agriculture. One way or another, agriculture is tied to every one of us.”

“It’s very unfortunate that when our constituents are so strongly opposing this, we have to weigh our decision on the lawsuit,” board member Marcia Heuer said. “In this day and age, that is so sad.”

Payton Felix

Ogle County resident Mike Bowman speaks out against the planned solar project in Haldane after the county board voted 13-11 to approve it Dec. 17.

Bird flu detected in Ogle County

Health officials urge caution when finding a dead bird

By EARLEEN HINTON ehinton@shawmedia.com

OREGON – The Ogle County Health Department has confirmed that a wild bird has tested positive with H5N1 virus in Rochelle.

H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) refers to the disease caused by infection with avian influenza Type A viruses, health officials said in a news release.

“These viruses naturally spread among wild aquatic birds worldwide and can infect domestic poultry and other bird and animal species. Bird flu viruses do not normally infect humans. However, sporadic human infections with bird flu viruses have occurred,” officials said.

Ogle County health officials are reminding the public not to harvest or handle wild birds that are obviously sick or found dead. For people who may need to dispose of dead birds found on their property, please follow the below instructions from IDPH:

1. Don’t use bare hands to pick up any dead bird or animal.

2. Use disposable waterproof gloves and/or an inverted plastic bag to pick up the dead bird(s). Double the plastic bag with the bird(s) inside and dispose in the trash where it cannot be accessed by children or animals.

3. Consider wearing a raincoat or disposable plastic trash bag over your clothes.

4. Safety goggles and an N95 mask (available in retail stores) can be used to protect your eyes, nose and mouth.

5. After handling a bird, avoid touching your face with glove or unwashed hands.

6. After the bird(s) are disposed of, take gloves off first and put into plastic bag for disposal.

7. Wash hands with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer.

8. Remove mask and goggles.

9. Throw away any disposable equipment after use (mask, gloves) and disinfect other equipment (such as safety goggles) according to manufacturer’s specifications.

10. Wash clothes in washing machine with detergent and use the hot water cycle.

IDNR, IDPH and IDOA are monitoring avian influenza mortality events in waterfowl throughout Illinois.

IDNR monitoring avian influenza

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources also is monitoring a large event of waterfowl mortality at numerous locations throughout Illinois. Test results received so far indicate highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is the cause.

The public is again reminded to not handle or attempt to capture waterfowl or other wild birds displaying signs of illness.

IDNR will continue to monitor for HPAI mortality events throughout the state during the seasonal bird migration, officials said in the release. Members of the public are encouraged to report concentrations of five or more deceased birds found at one location to IDNR district wildlife biologists by going online.

“Due to risk of infection to other animals, dogs and other pets should be kept away from the carcasses of birds that may have died from HPAI. If carcasses need to be disposed of, IDNR recommends following guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health. IDNR is unable to assist with carcass removal from non-IDNR properties in most situations,” health officials said.

Local animal control agencies also should take similar precautions and follow the guidelines above in disposing of dead birds. In addition, IDPH recommends:

• Do not send dying or dead birds to veterinarians, wildlife refuges, etc., for testing. Instead, notify your local health department or alert IDNR wildlife biologists in cases of five or more deceased birds found in one location.

• People can get on antiviral medications after exposures to prevent illness.

• If the public develops any symptoms of the “flu” – fever, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, body aches, headaches, eye redness, vomiting or diarrhea – after exposure to sick or dead birds, please notify the local health department immediately. Upon seeking medical attention, please let any health care facility know of your exposure.

• Treatment must be started within two days of illness for it to be most effective, so the public is urged to not delay seeking care.

“While avian influenza generally poses a low risk to the population, it is essential to take the necessary steps to avoid exposure and to seek

treatment quickly if you are exposed,” IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra said. “We encourage all Illinoisans to follow the advice of the experts at IDNR in order to avoid contact with sick birds and to take any potential exposure seriously. These common-sense steps can help reduce the likelihood of spreading this illness.”

IDNR recommends that wildlife rehabilitators not accept waterfowl and other aquatic birds because of the elevated risk of infection by HPAI at this time. Caution also should be taken when accepting raptors, scavengers and other birds displaying signs of illness due to risk of exposure to HPAI. Further guidance for wildlife rehabilitators regarding HPAI can be found online.

The department reminds waterfowl hunters to take precautions and thoroughly cook game meat to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Avoid handling sick or dead waterfowl found in the field. Further guidance for hunters can be found online.

In addition to detections in wild birds, Illinois and other states across the United States have seen detections in poultry.

“The Illinois Department of Agriculture encourages poultry owners to be aware of the risk, increase biosecurity measure and prevent contact with wild birds,” said Dr. Mark Ernst, IDOA state veterinarian. “In addition, we encourage poultry owners to report unusually large mortalities in their flocks and to be aware of IDPH’s recommendations regarding exposure to sick birds.”

Anyone who had close contact with any potentially infected birds should contact the health department at 815-562-6976 for further guidance. More information can be found at: cdc.gov/bird-flu/media/pdfs/2024/07/ Bird-Flu-Exposure-Handout.pdf.

Earleen Hinton

Two Canada geese and their goslings forage for food in the grass along the east bank of the Rock River below the Oregon dam on April 26.

Polo’s Camrynn Jones ‘one of the hardest workers I have ever been around’

By DRAKE LANSMAN dlansman@shawmedia.com

Name: Camrynn Jones School: Polo Sport: Basketball

Why she was selected: At the Polo tournament Dec. 14, Jones scored 24 points and had 15 assists in a 76-42 win over West Carroll. That same day, she tallied 17 points and 14 assists in a 51-20 win over Rock Falls. Between the two wins, Jones scored or assisted on 55% of her team’s points.

The Marcos (8-3) went on to place third at the tournament and Jones was named to the all-tournament team after averaging 16.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 11.7 assists and a block per game. For the season, she is averaging 13.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 6.8 assists, 1.1 blocks and 2.5 steals.

Polo coach Jason Grobe said he’s been lucky to watch Jones grow up, like most of the girls on the team.

“She is one of the hardest workers I have ever been around. Cam might also be one of the most competitive people I know, including myself. Cam is always the first player in line to start any drill,” Jones said. “She wants to be on the floor every second of every game and practice and doesn’t like when I sub her out of a drill in practice.

“Cam has played so many basketball games that it is like having another coach on the floor. She sees things that many people do not. Her work ethic has definitely rubbed off on the rest of the team.”

Jones is the Sauk Valley Athlete of the Week in an online vote.

When did you first get into basketball and what or who helped you get into it?

Jones: I started playing basketball when I was 3 years old. My parents signed me up for biddy ball at the YMCA in Dixon. My coaches at the YMCA taught me to love the game, and I never looked back after that. Eventually I started playing for the junior Dixon Duchesses where coach Kim [Guthrie], Book [Aaron Book], and Rav [Luke Ravlin] all welcomed me.

What do you like about basketball? Has it taught you anything? Any specific strengths you feel you have? Anything specifically you have worked at improving this year?

Jones: I like that something is always happening and it’s a fast-paced sport. Basketball has taught me many lessons on and off the court and has given me lifelong friends along the way. I feel that two of my greatest strengths when it comes to basketball

are court vision and my knowledge of the game. This year I have worked on improving my range on my 3-pointers and my mid-range shot.

You had 41 points and 29 assists combined in two wins on Saturday. What was working for the team that day and for you individually?

Jones: We moved the ball very well and were able to attack gaps, which led to either open threes or layups. We knocked down a lot of shots and finished very well at the rim. Our coaches prepared us well, which helped tremendously in leading to our success.

The team won six straight games before falling to River Ridge/Scales Mound on Tuesday. What do you think of the team’s start to the season so far? What have you guys learned so far?

Jones: With a couple key players dealing with injuries, I wasn’t expecting to start the season off this strong. I think we adapted very well to the low numbers that we have. We have learned to communicate on defense and fight through adversity, which have been two keys in our success so far.

Any goals for you this season individually?

Jones: This season, I would like to score my 1,000th point and lead the team in assists. I would also like to win another regional championship. Does the team have any goals this season?

Jones: This season, one of the biggest team goals we have is to win another regional championship.

Any other hobbies, activities or sports you are involved in?

Jones: I play volleyball and softball for my school and I am also involved in AAU basketball and club volleyball. I am a part of Student Council, FCCLA, Spanish club, FFA, and Varsity Club. I work as a lifeguard at the Polo Pool over the summer.

Do you have a favorite book or quote?

Jones: My favorite quote is “How you do anything is how you do everything.” I think this applies to lots of things in life, not just basketball and it’s a quote that has encouraged me to always work hard no matter what I’m doing.

Favorite restaurant or meal after a game?

Jones: After a game, I’m usually super hungry and will eat anything, so I don’t really have a favorite, but I do enjoy getting fast food with my team occasionally after games.

Do you have a favorite athlete or sports team?

Jones: My favorite athlete is Paige Bueckers and my favorite team is UConn.

Favorite music artist or genre?

Jones: My favorite music artist is Zach Bryan and my favorite genre is country.

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Polo’s Camrynn Jones brings the ball up the court against Milledgeville at the Polo Christmas Tournament.

Oregon wrestlers win twice in dual at Rochelle

By RANDY HOLLAND For Shaw Media

The Oregon Hawks wrestlers had a big night in Rochelle on Dec. 17, outscoring Dakota for a 54-22 win and working hard to defeat Class 2A Rochelle 41-34.

Knowing he had six forfeit victories coming up at the end of the meet, Hawks coach Justin Lahman didn’t put out his best lineup against the Indians and Dakota led 22-18 before the 36 points from the forfeits.

Winning for the Hawks against Dakota were Levi Benton with a 19-2 technical fall at 1:44, Ethan Mowry with a forfeit at 157, Jakobi Donegan with a 12-2 major decision at 165 and Jakob Moser with a hard fought 6-4 win at 175.

Landon Batton-Harriett was taken down to his back at 3:21. Jack Tinsman lost a 10-2 major decision at 190, Landon Elder was pinned at 1:11 at 215 and Briggs Sellers was taken down to his back at 3:21 in the 285pound match.

Tayshawn Gordy at 106, Jordon Lowe at 113, Isaiah Perez at 120, Landon Ege at 126, Neldon Benesh at 132 and Jackson Messenger at 138 all

got forfeits to end the meet and notch the fourth win of the season for Oregon.

The Rochelle match started with Benton bumping up to 150 and pinning with a half nelson at 1:53.

Mowry led 9-0 after the first period and finished an 18-3 technical fall with a takedown at 4:27.

The Hawks forfeited 165 to avoid a 10th-ranked wrestler.

Donegan went up to 175, scoring a takedown as time expired to seal a 14-10 win.

In his first action of the season, Seth Rote had three sets of backpoints as he rolled to a 17-1 technical fall at 2:37 in the 190-pound match.

At 215, second-ranked Kaiden Morris was too much for Elder, pinning him at 1:06.

Sellers and Gordy took forfeits to extend the Hawks’ lead.

Lowe went up to 113 and trailed early but came back with a double leg takedown to the back for a pin at 5:31.

At 120, Josiah Perez scored a fourpoint tilt in the third to take a 12-1 major decision. That ended the scoring for Oregon and it was enough.

Isaiah Perez, up at 126, went to his back at the first-period buzzer at 126

and Benesh lost a 16-7 major decision to sixth-ranked Xavier Villalobos.

At 138, Messenger was reversed in a headlock and pinned as time expired in the second period.

With a 13-point lead, Oregon forfeited 144 to end the meet and take the win. The Hawks’ season record is 5-1.

“This was tough, but I’ll take this win,” Lahman said. “The kids really showed how tough they are tonight.”

On the JV mat, Jayden Berry took a 17-1 technical fall at 2:20, Jack Tinsman pinned with a half nelson in 45 seconds and Dawson Alcala ran a half at 1:20. Tyler Hendrickson, Leyton Kenney and Kaden Rudy lost by falls. Colton Flaharty lost by injury default. Hunter Skoli lost 10-5 amd Cole Suter lost 13-8.

Hawks take two at Stillman Valley

In Stillman Valley on Dec. 19, Oregon took two conference wins, defeating Genoa-Kingston by a perfect score of 84-0 and beating the host Cardinals 60-24. Stillman beat the Cogs 48-18.

After JV pins by Cole Suter and Yovanni Carreno, Oregon went on a tear against Genoa. Messenger pinned in 26 seconds, Jayden Berry

in 25 seconds, Tinsman came from behind with a roll to the back at 2:20 and Elder caught a cradle at 1:01. Sellers pinned in 44 seconds, Lowe scraped at 3:03, Isaiah Perez pinned in 56 seconds and Landon Ege stopped a roll in a headlock in 58 seconds. Benton, Mowry, Donegan, Andrew Young, Josiah Perez and Benesh took forfeits.

Stillman Valley was a little tougher.

James Kunz got a JV match, losing by a fall in 34 seconds. For the varsity, Benton caught a half nelson in 38 seconds, Berry was turned in a butcher and Mowry went to a reverse half at 2:52. Donegan was pinned in a chicken wing at 1:44, tying the score. Young took a forfeit and Tinsman lost a chicken wing at 1:44 to tie the score again. Elder and Sellers took forfeits to put Oregon ahead to stay. Lowe was pinned in a chicken wing at 3:04 and Josiah Perez took a forfeit. Boone Alderks followed with two scrapes, the second for a fall at 1:54 as the Hawks pulled away. Isaiah Perez hit a double to the back at 1:13, Benesh took a forfeit and Messenger wrapped it up with a chicken wing at 1:15.

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS ROUNDUP

Boys basketball

Forreston tournament

Dakota 58, Forreston 46: Connor Politsch had 17 points and Kendall Erdman scored 15 for Forreston, but the Cardinals were unable to come back after trailing 24-14 at halftime.

Warren 48, Polo 43: JT Stephenson and Mercer Mumford each scored 12 points and Gus Mumford had 11 for Polo in the loss.

Oregon 60, Newman 50: Kade Girton scored a game-high 30 points for Oregon. George Jungerman had 16 points in the loss for the Comets.

Forreston 64, Milledgeville 51: Kade Erdmann and Brendan Greenfield each scored 17 points for the Cardinals in the win. Karter Livengood scored a game-high 25 points for the Missiles.

Lena-Winslow 62, Polo 37: Mercer Mumford had 12 points and Gus Mumford had 10 for Polo in the loss.

Lena-Winslow 67, Oregon 55: The Hawks fell in the fifth-place game as Keaton Salsbury led the team with 18 points. Oregon’s Kade Girton scored 12 points and was named second-team all-tournament.

Girls basketball

River Ridge/Scales Mound 51, Polo 38: Polo was outscored 20-12 in the first quarter and unable to overcome the deficit at the Polo tournament. Carlee Grobe led the Marcos with nine points.

Polo third at tournament: Polo defeated Milledgeville 67-21 to take third place at the Polo tournament. River Ridge/ Scales Mound beat Sterling Newman 58-33 in the championship game. Polo’s Cammryn Jones, Carlee Grobe and Laynie Mandrell were named to the all-tournament team.

Byron 63, Oregon 35: Aniyah Sarver’s 10 points led the Hawks in the road loss.

Boys wrestling

Polo splits with Rock Falls, Orion: Polo beat Rock Falls 39-30 and fell to Orion 39-33 in a triangular. Lucas Nelson and Christian Ryia each had pins in both duals for Polo.

Bowling

Oregon 3,385, Harvard 2,732: The Hawks were led by Gavvin Surmo’s 677 series in the dual win to improve to 12-1. In Oregon’s first contest of the year on wood lanes, the first game was a challenge, squeaking by with a 30-pin lead, but the Hawks were able to find the line in the final two games for a 650-pin victory. Surmo’s 677 series (183, 259, 235) was followed by Matthew Stahl (607 series), RJ Keene (605 series), Caleb Ehrler (554 series), Ethan Smice (497 series) and Aiden Currier (445 series). The JV pushed its record to 11-1 with a 2,806-2,106 victory. The JV was led by Caleb Brooks with a 556 series, followed by Nolan Page (543 series), Issac Kramer (448 series), Diego Hernandez

Oregon’s Trucker O’Brien passes over the Sterling Newman defense Dec. 18 at the 63rd annual Forreston Holiday Tournament.

Forreston’s Brendan Greenfield looks to pass against Milledgeville on Dec. 18 at the 63rd annual Forreston Holiday Tournament.

(446 series), Zakk West (435 series), Ivan Hernandez (288, two games) and Kodi Miller (90, one game).

Oregon 3,748, South Beloit 3,591: The Hawks rolled their second-highest series of the season against South Beloit. This also was the highest opponent score of the season. The Hawks were led by Gavvin Surmo with a 696 series (207, 257, 232), followed by RJ Keene (626 series), Caleb Brooks (624 series), Matthew Stahl (610 series), Ethan Smice (609 series) and Caleb Ehrler (583 series). The win raised Oregon’s season record to 13-1 with the next match at undefeated Dixon on Jan. 7.

The JV boys raised their record to 12-1 with a 3,119-2,559 victory. The JV was led by Aiden Currier with a 608 series.

The Oregon girls competed as individuals and were led by Savannah Nagy with a 191 high game and 442 series. She was followed by Katlyn Miller with a 409 series and Carli Bailey with a 358 series.

Happy Holidays

Photos by Earleen Hinton Polo’s Gage Zeigler drives to the basket against Lena-Winslow on Dec. 18 at the 63rd annual Forreston Holiday Tournament.

CLASSIFIED

Mt Morris

Police Department

Mt. Morris, IL POLICE OFFICER

The Mt. Morri s Board of Police Commissioners will be conducting an examination to establish an eligibility list for the posit ion of Police Of fice r.

Current Starting salary: $49,161.00 per Union con tr act

The current contract is subject to change as of May 01, 2025.

The Mt Morris Police Department offers many benefits including: Insurance- Dental/Vision and Health

IMRF Pension benefits

Uniforms and equipment supplied by department

Paid-Time Off including Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Personal Leave Accruals, and Earned Compensatory Time.

Possible take home patrol vehicle

Applicants must be 21 but less than 35 years of age (except as provided by Illinois State Statute.)

Applicants must be a U.S Citizen.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent

Applicants shall possess a valid Illinois Driver's License

Applicants must possess a valid Illinois Firearms Owner's Identification Card (FOID)

Applicants must not have been convicted of a domestic battery, felony, or any crime of moral turpitude

Applicants must possess a valid NIPSTA card and to be issued within 6 months of the written exam date

P.O.W.E.R. Test Cards issued by NIPSTA, Triton Community College or Joliet Junior College will be accepted.

Applicants must present a valid POWER Test card NO LATER than the written exam date (March 08, 2025, at 9:00 am)

Applications can be obtained at the Police Department, 105 W Lincoln St., Mt. Morris, Illinois, Monday - Friday 8:00 am till 4:00 pm. Applications will be accepted until February 10, 2025 at 4:00 pm

The Village of Mt. Morris is an Equal Opportunity

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

OG LE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS

Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, not in its indiv idual capacity but solely in its capacity as Owner Trustee for Ocwen Loan Acqui sition Trust 2023-HB1

PLAINTIFF

Vs. Terry L. Danner; et. al. DEFENDANTS

No. 2023FC38

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/11/2024, the Sheriff of Ogle County, Illinois will on January 24, 2025 at the hour of 10:00 AM at Ogle County Publi c Safety Complex 202 S 1st St. Oregon, IL 61 061, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale , County of Ogle and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

PIN 24-25-329-009

Improved with Si ngle Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 354 Cleveland Avenue Rochelle, IL 61068

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance , including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calc ulated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fracti on thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twent y-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any r epresentati on as to qua lity or quantity of title and without recourse to Pla intiff and in "AS IS" condition

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, pur chasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

Upon pay ment in ful l of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale . The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be ope n for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all infor mation.

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 SECTIO N 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For informati on: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attor ney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontag e Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-23-03948. I3257008

December 13, 20, 27, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OG LE COUNT Y, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. HEATHER B BONNELL A/K/A HEATHER BONNELL A/K/A HEATHER BROOKE BONNELL A/K/A HEATHER B ETES A/K/A HEATHER ETES; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIM ANTS, DEFENDANTS

NO. 23 FC 68

1120 WESTVIEW DRIVE ROCHELLE, IL 61068

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on March 25, 2024, Judicial Sales Corporation will on February 7, 2025, in the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Main Lobby, 202 South First Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00 AM, sell at pub lic auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estat e mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

TAX NO 24-23-228-002

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1120 Westview Drive Rochelle, IL 61068

Description of Improvements: The prope rty is a single family. The property has a two car garage. The garage is detached. The exterior is aluminum siding. The color is white. The gas is on. The water is on The property does not have a fence. The vacancy is unknown for this residency. The Judgment amount wa s $170,460.11.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS

The subject prope rty is subject to general real estate taxes, s pecial assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court Upon pay ment in ful l of the bid amount, the purchaser shall rece ive a Certificate of Sale, whic h will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the r eal estate after confirmation of the sale

The property will NOT be open for ins pection. Prospecti ve bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibili ty/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this prope rty is a condomi nium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, othe r than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fee s required by The Condominium Prope rty Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

For Information: V is it our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 23- 16695IL

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sa le I3257465

December 27, 2024 January 3, 10, 2025

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

OG LE COUNT Y, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF,

VS.

SCOTT A HOLDEN; MARGARET A HOLDEN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS NO. 2024 FC 31 15685 ILLINOIS ROUTE 72 DAVIS JUNCTIO N, IL 61020

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Forecl osure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on November 18, 2024, Judicial Sales Corporation will on February 7, 2025, in the Ogle County Sheriff's Office, Main Lobby, 202 South First Street, Oregon, IL 61061, at 10:00 AM, sell at pub lic auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estat e mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Ogle, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

TAX NO 12-19-401-003

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 15685 Illinois Route 72 Davis Junction, IL 61020

Description of Improvements: The prope rty is a single family. The property has a two car garage. The garag e is attached. The exterior is aluminum siding The color is white. I am unabl e to verify that the gas is on or off. I am unable to verify that the water is on or off. The property does not have a fence . The prope rty is vacant. The Judgment amount wa s $130,106.19.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS

The subject prope rty is subject to general real estate taxes, s pecial assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmat ion by the court. Upon pay ment in ful l of the bid amount, the purchaser shall rece ive a Certificate of Sale, whic h will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the r eal estate after confirmation of the sale

The property will NOT be open for ins pection. Prospecti ve bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

If this prope rty is a condomi nium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, othe r than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fee s required by The Condominium Prope rty Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIO N 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For Information: V is it our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602 Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 24- 18397IL PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Pla intiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sa le I3256057

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OG LE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS

Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Amber N. Wright; et al DEFENDANTS

No. 2023FC73

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PIN 16-03-118-010

Improved with Si ngle Family Home

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 304 North 4th Street Oregon, IL 61061-1421

Upon pay ment in ful l of the amount bid, the purchaser shall rece ive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale . The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

December 13, 20, 27, 2024

IN THE CIRC COURT OF FIFTEE

JUDICI

CIRCUIT

COUNTY, ILLINOIS

In the inter Grayson Co a minor Case 2023

NOTICE PUBLICAT

December 27, 2024 January 3, 10, 2025 LEG AL NOTIC

To: Tina Natanael responden to all who concern, tice that on 11, 2023, amended was filed und Juvenile C by ASA Leisten, In cuit Court County entitle the inter Grayson minor”, an courtroom 106 South Oregon, Illinois January 2 at 9:00 a.m soon thereafte this cause heard, an hearing will upon the to have th declared ward of th and for oth under that court has in this proce to take fr the custod guard ianship minor. If the Peti quests th nation o parental right the appoin a guardia power to to adopti may lo parental right the child you appear not be entitle further writte tices or pu notice s of ceedings case, including filing of an ed petition motion to nate rights. Unless yo at the and show against the tion, the al of the peti stand admi against y each of you, an order ment enter

Dated this of Decemb Kimberly

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL

CIRCUIT OGL E COUNTY, ILLINOIS

In the interest of: Grayson Cook, a minor

Case No: 2023 JA 11 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

To: Tina Cook & Natanael Molina, respondent(s), and to all whom it may concern, take notice that on August 11, 2023, an amended petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by ASA Matthew Leisten, In the Circuit Court of Ogle County entitled “In the interest of Grayson Cook, a minor”, and that in courtroom 202 at 106 South Fifth, Oregon, Illinois on January 28, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafte r as this cause may be heard, an petition hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the court and for other relief under that act The court has authority in this proce eding to take from you the custody an d guard ianship of the minor.

If the Petition requests the termination of your parental rights and the appointment of a guardian with power to consent to adoption, you may lose all parental rights to the child Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further writte n notices or publication notice s of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition for a motion to terminate parental rights. Unless you appear at the heari ng and show cause against the petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered

Dated this 13th day of December, 2024

Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court By: JLG, Deput y Clerk

Dec. 20, 27, 2024, Jan. 3, 2025

against you and each of you, and an order for judgment entered

Dated this 13th day of December, 2024

Kimberly A. Stahl Clerk of the Circuit Court By: JLG, Deput y Clerk

Dec. 20, 27, 2024, Jan. 3, 2025 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (Adult Name Change)

IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT

Ogle County

Keira Alana Dafnis 2024 MR 41

My current name is:

Keira Alana Dafnis

I wis h my name to be changed to: Parker Dafnis

The court date for the Request I filed is s ched uled on: 02/19/2025 at 9:00 a.m. at 106 S 5th St., Oregon, IL in Courtroom #304.

Dec. 20, 27, 2024 & Jan. 3, 2025

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of Public Hearing

In accordance wi th Secti on 17-20 of the Property Tax Code (35 ILCS 200/17-20), notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held at 1:30 P.M Tuesda y, Jan. 14, 2025, in the Offi ces of the Department of Revenue, 101 West Jefferson Street, Springfield, Illinois, for the purpose of taking evide nce wh ich may be pertinent to the Department's estimate of the percent to be applied to the aggregate assessment of locally assessed property in Ogle County for the assessment y ear 2024. This hearing is required by the Property Tax Code Based on the compar ison of assessed valuations, the analysis of property transfers, and other available informati on, the estimated percentage to be applied to the aggregate assessment of locally assessed property other than property assessed under Sections 10110 through 10140 and 10-170 through 10-200 of the Property Tax Code (35 ILCS 200/10-110 through 10-140 and 10-170 through 10-200) is 2.71%. Accordingly, the tenta tive equalization factor

property assessed under Sections 10110 through 10140 and 10-170 through 10-200 of the Property Tax Code (35 ILCS 200/10-110 through 10-140 and 10-170 through 10-200) is 2.71%. Accordingly, the tenta tive equalization factor is 1.0271

federal laws upon notificat ion of anticipa ted attendance. Handicapped persons planning to attend and needing special accommodations should contact the Property Tax Division, by telephone at 217785-6619, emailRev.SREQUAL@illinois.gov or letter at Illinois Department of Revenue, Property Tax Division MC3-450, 101 Wes t Jefferson Street , P. O. Box 19033, Springfield, Illinois 62794-9033), by Tuesda y, January 7, 2025, to inform of their anticipated attendance

December 27, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OG LE COUNT Y, ILLINOIS

PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. HEATHER B BONNELL A/K/A HEATHER BONNELL A/K/A HEATHER BROOKE

BONNELL A/K/A HEATHER B ETES A/K/A HEATHER ETES; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIM ANTS, DEFENDANTS

This meeting will be accessible to handicapped individuals in compliance with Executive Order #5 and pertinent state and federal laws upon notificat ion of anticipa ted attendance. Handicapped persons planning to attend and needing special accommodations should contact the Property Tax Division, by telephone at 217785-6619, emailRev.SREQUAL@illinois.gov or letter at Illinois Department of Revenue, Property Tax Division MC3-450, 101 Wes t Jefferson Street , P. O. Box 19033, Springfield, Illinois 62794-9033), by Tuesda y, January 7, 2025, to inform of their anticipated attendance

NO. 23 FC 68 1120 WESTVIEW DRIVE ROCHELLE, IL 61068

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

December 27, 2024

THE SOUTH 70 FEET OF LOT 16 IN BLOCK 2 IN WESTVIEW SUBDI VISION IN THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK H OF PLATS, PAGE 4, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE; ALL SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF FLAGG, C OUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS TAX NO 24-23-228-002

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1120 Westview Drive Rochelle, IL 61068

The Judgment amount wa s $170,460.11.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS

The subject prope rty is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmat ion by the court Upon pay ment in ful l of the bid amount, the purchaser shall rece ive a Certificate of Sale, whic h will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the r eal estate after confirmation of the sale

The property will NOT be open for ins pection. Prospe cti ve bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

For Information: V is it our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 23- 16695IL

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Pla intiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information oth er than that set forth in this notice of sa le I3257465 December 27, 2024 January 3, 10, 2025

NOTICE OF SALE of Property Owned by the Vi llage of Forreston and Invitation to Bid Thereon

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Boar d of Trustees of the Village of Forreston (the “Village”) will receive sealed bids for the purchase, under the successful bid, of the fee simple interest in the real property located at 412 S 2nd Ave., Forreston, Illinois , identified as PIN 02-33-178-008, and legally described as fol lows (the “Real Property”):

Lot 6 in Block 15 of the Original Town of Forreston, Ogle County, Illinois; according to the Plat thereof recorded November 10, 1854 in Miscellaneous Book A, page 112

The Real Property is currently zoned Single Family Residence District (R-2) under the V illage's Zoning Ordinance and is currently used as vacant, single family res idence The successful bidder shall agree to accept the Real Property in “as-is” condition and agree to either tear down and demolish or rehabilitate and repair the existing building located on the Real Property in accordance with applicable law. The Village expre ssly disclaims any warranti es, express or implied, relating in any way to the Real Property, including but not limited to any warranty relat ing to the envir onmental condition of the Real Prope rty. The successful bid shall not be less than $10,000.00.

Bids for the purchase of the above described Real Property are hereby invited and will be received by the Village Clerk during business hours until 4:00 p.m on January 20, 2025, for the bid opening on the date specified below. Said proposals shall be addre ssed to:

Village Board Village of Forreston c/o Village Clerk P.O . Box 206 102 N. Walnut Ave Forreston, Illinois 61030 and shall bear the legend “PROPOSAL - SALE OF REAL PROPERTY” and the name and address of the bidd er

All bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud at the regular meeting of the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Forreston at 7:00 p.m. on January 20, 2025, held at Village Hall, 301 N Wal nut Ave., Forreston, Illinois 61030.

Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified check or bank draft in the amount of ten perce nt (10%) of the bid price. Each bid shall also be accompanied by a written narrative describing the bidders proposal for the future use of the Real Property, including a commitment to either tear down and demolish or rehabilitate and repair the existing building located on the Real Prope rty in accordance with appl icable law and a timeline therefor. A formal real estate contract shall be executed by the successful bidder at the time the highest qua lified bid is acc epted

A contract may be awarded to the highest bidder whose bid is found to be in the best interes t of the Village. The Village Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the bidding The Village Board further reserv es the r ight to review and study any and all bids and to make a contrac t award within 30 days after the bids have been opened

A copy of the bidding documents, including a copy of the real estate contract the succe ssful bidder will be required to execute, may be obtained at the office of the Village Clerk. Village Clerk, Village of Forreston

December 13, 20, 27, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

OG LE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS

Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, not in its indiv idual capacity but solely in its capacity as Owner Trustee for Ocwen Loan Acqui sition Trust 2023-HB1

PLAINTIFF

Vs. Terry L. Danner; et. al. DEFENDANTS

No. 2023FC38

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

LOT THIRTY-FIVE (35) IN BLOCK THREE (3) IN EARL CLEVELAND SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF ROCHELLE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK H OF PLATS, PAGE 25, IN THE RECORDER'S OFFICE IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF FLAGG, C OUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS

PIN 24-25-329-009

Improved with Si ngle Family Home

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 354 Cleveland Avenue Rochelle, IL 61068

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no fur ther recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon pay ment in ful l of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale . The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

December 13, 20, 27, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OG LE COUNTY - OREGON, I LLINOIS

Nationstar Mortgage LLC

PLAINTIFF

Vs. Amber N. Wright; et al

DEFENDANTS

No. 2023FC73

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

LOT NINE (9) AND THE SOUTH 5.6 FEET OF LOT TEN (10) IN BLOCK (24) IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN, NOW CITY OF OREGON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT

THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK F OF PLATS PAGE 21 AS DOCUMENT NO. 249320; SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF OREGON-NASHUA, COUNTY OF OGLE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS

PIN 16-03-118-010

Improved with Si ngle Family Home

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 304 North 4th Street Oregon, IL 61061-1421

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

December 13, 20, 27, 2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OG LE COUNT Y, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. SCOTT A HOLDEN; MARGARET A HOLDEN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS NO. 2024 FC 31

15685 ILLINOIS ROUTE 72 DAVIS JUNCTIO N, IL 61020 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT

A PART OF THE E AST THREE-FIFTHS (3/5) OF THE NORTH WEST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION NINETEEN (19), TOWNSHIP FORTY-TWO (42) NORTH, RANGE TWO (2) EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERID IAN, IN OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-W AY LINE OF ILLINOIS STATE HIGHWAY NO. 72, 11 RODS AND 20 FEET EAST OF THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST THREE-FIFTHS (3/5) OF THE NORTH WEST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 19, AND RUNNING THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID WEST LINE, 20 RODS, THENCE E AST PARALLEL WITH SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE, 16 RODS, THENCE NORTH PARALLEL WITH SAID WEST LINE 20 RODS, THENCE WEST ALONG THE SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY L INE, 16 RODS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; EXCEPT THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND: PART OF THE EAST THREE- FIFTHS (3/5) OF THE NORTH WEST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 19, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING ON THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-W AY LINE OF ILLINOIS STATE BOND ISSUE ROUTE NO. 72 AT A POINT 12 ROD S AND 3.5 FEET EAST OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID EAST THREEFIFTHS (3/5) OF SAID NORTH WEST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 19; RUNNING THENCE SOUTH, PARALLEL WITH SAID WEST LINE OF SAID EAST THREE-FIFTHS (3/5), 20 RODS , THENCE EAST, PARALLEL WITH SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE, 8 RODS, THENCE NORTH, PARALLEL WITH SAID WEST LINE OF SAID EAST THREE-FIFTHS (3/5), 20 RODS TO SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE; AND THENCE WEST ON SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE, 8 RODS TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MONROE, THE COUNTY OF OGL E AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS

TAX NO 12-19-401-003

COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 15685 Illinois Route 72 Davis Junction, IL 61020

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH" . The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS

The subject prope rty is subject to general real estate taxes, s pecial assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to pla intiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon pay ment in ful l of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, whic h will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the r eal estate after confirmation of the sale

The property will NOT be open for ins pection. Prospecti ve bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

For Information: V is it our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com

Pla intiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sa le I3256057 December 27, 2024 January 3, 10, 2025