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Lady Hawks Second Getting Ready The Lady Hawks take second at the county meet, boys finish in fourth. B1
Fundraiser Armed Forces Day and a Memorial Fundraiser will be held at Barnacopia May 16. A6
Area schools schedule commencement exercises. A8
Statue repairs get go-ahead IDNR approves contracts for Black Hawk By Vinde Wells Editor After months and months of paperwork and waiting, the work can finally begin on the restoration of Oregon’s best-known icon. A damaged truck and the foundation remains at the Grubsteakers restaurant following an April 9 tornado. Homes “The work on Black Hawk east of the popular restaurant, seen in the background, were also demolished. Photo by Earleen Hinton can begin. We’re happy at long last,” Frank Rausa, Sterling, said Tuesday morning. “The state issued the contracts last week.” Rausa and his wife Cherron head up the Friends of the Black Hawk Statue, a group formed six years ago to raise funds to repair the areas of the statue that are By Vinde Wells about the general public,” he deteriorating due to time and Editor said. weather. The tornado, a half-mile Chris Young, a spokesman Ogle County’s emergency wide at times, stayed on for the Illinois Department of crews drew praise from the ground for an estimated Natural Resources (IDNR), a state official for their 39 miles, according to the said May 1 that agency response last month when National Weather Service. officials had signed all an EF4 tornado destroyed It first touched down contracts. an estimated 40 homes in a field just west of Because the 50-foot and damaged nearly 180 Franklin Grove and moved concrete landmark is located structures. in a northeasterly direction, at Lowden State Park, it is Ogle County Emergency Management Agency (OCEMA) “Ogle County first damaging Crest Foods under IDNR jurisdiction. Director Tom Richter makes a point Monday during responders are very outside of Ashton before “Work can begin when the an evaluation of the county’s response to the April 9 professional and dedicated moving into Ogle County tornado. Photo by Chris Johnson to public safety,” said Brian just after 6:30 p.m. The response was Brackemyer, coordinator Grubsteakers Restaurant Region 2 officials held an evaluation Monday to evaluated on 10 points, each for Illinois Emergency at the intersection of Ill. 64 Management Agency and 251 and nearby farms determine how well the of which included several (IEMA) Region 2, which and homes were destroyed Ogle County Emergency target items. Those attending Agency were encouraged to weigh includes 17 counties in by the twister as it continued Management and other in with their assessments of An Mt. Morris man died northwest Illinois. on its path to Fairdale, a tiny (OCEMA) agencies handled the rescue what was done well and what Tuesday afternoon after he Region 2 is headquartered village on Ill. 72 just over the and recovery operations after needs to be improved. was ejected from his sport in Dixon, and Brackemyer DeKalb County line. Each target item was graded utility vehicle in a rollwas on the scene April 9 after Two women died there in the storm. Representatives of Ogle P for performance without over crash southeast of Mt. the tornado swept through their homes, and many of the County police and fire challenges, the highest Morris. two subdivisions west of 50 homes and structures in departments, as well as rating; S for performance Eric J. Pepper, 37, was Rochelle, where most of the village were flattened. the destroyed homes were The tornado also damaged county officials were invited with some challenges; M pronounced dead at the scene located. structures in Boone and to the evaluation, held at for performance with major of the one-vehicle crash on Rochelle Township High challenges; and U for unable Camp Road approximately “Everyone was very McHenry Counties. Turn to A7 a quarter-mile west of Ridge professional and concerned Brackemyer and other School. Road. Ogle County Sheriff’s Police said Pepper was driving the SUV west on Both cooking teams and Camp Road when it went tasters were enthusiastic out of control and entered about the third annual What’s Cookin’ held May 2 at Barnacopia. “Nineteen cooking teams came to the barn with so much excitement and left with so much joy and A Polo man was killed anticipation of coming back May 2 when the motorcycle for the 2016 event which is he was driving failed to being planned for April 16, negotiate a curve. 2016,” said event organizer Douglas A. Weidman, Diane Palmer. 44, Polo, was pronounced More than 300 people dead at the scene following turned out to try the many the 9:05 p.m. accident that food dishes prepared by the occurred at the intersection teams who participated. of North Union and West Sean Considine, Byron, Canada roads, north of Polo. this year’s spokesperson Ogle County Sheriff’s for the event, was on hand Jane Millar and Bette Kuhn serve up the Wannabe Cowgirls beans to Barb Giese during Deputies determined that sharing his specialty dish. the Rock River Center’s What’s Cookin’ event on May 2. Photo by Earleen Hinton Wiedman was driving his Ogle County Sheriff Brian 1994 Yamaha south on Union “Teams from Dixon, for the Rock River Center, has grown to be a great VanVickle, Ogle County Road when he failed to Sterling, Mt. Morris, Oregon, Oregon, which provides function for all of Ogle State’s Attorney Eric Morrow negotiate a curve in the road. Forreston — you name it — transportation and other County,” Palmer said. and Ogle County Circuit The motorcycle skidded they were there.” resources to all county Teams and sponsors can Clerk Kim Stahl were part of the roadway for Many sponsors also came residents. register for next year by on Considine’s team. approximately 60 feet before “What’s Cookin’ started going to the What’s Cooking “This team has already forward this year to help, she in 2014 as a conversation website at www.whats- it left the roadway on the talked about coming back said. west side of Union Road. The event is a fundraiser around a kitchen table and cookin.org. next year,” said Palmer.
Official praises Ogle’s response to EF4 tornado
vendors are ready,” Young said in an email. Young also said that the $350,000 received by the IDNR from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity will also be forthcoming. “The grant is good through May of 2016,” he said in the email message. Through the efforts of the Friends of the Black Hawk Statue, experts came up with a plan to restore the portions of the statue that are crumbling and falling off. The folded arms of the statue, especially the elbows and underneath the arms; the middle of the robe; and the vertical fold in the robe from armpit to toe are the critical areas. The statue was encased in plastic mesh for the winter to protect it from further damage from cold, ice, and snow. Designed by Chicago sculptor Lorado Taft in 1910 and dedicated in 1911, Black Hawk was named to the state’s list of Most Endangered Historic Places April 22 by Landmarks Illinois. The agency released a Turn to A2
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the north ditch where it sideswiped a utility pole. The vehicle then rolled over at least three times and struck a second utility pole, breaking it off, before coming to rest in the ditch. The crash occurred at 5:14 p.m. The accident remains under investigation. The Mt. Morris Fire Department and ambulance and the Ogle County Coroner’s Office assisted at the scene.
Polo motorcyclist is killed in wreck
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The motorcycle continued off the roadway for approximately 190 feet before striking and snapping a utility pole on the west side of union road where the motorcycle and driver came to a rest. Police said speed was a factor in the accident. The Ogle County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Polo Police department, Ogle County Coroner’s Office, and the Polo Fire and ambulance services. The accident remains under investigation, pending the results of laboratory tests. An autopsy was conducted at the Ogle County Morgue.
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Village Board raises sewer fees to cover loan payment for plant By Vinde Wells Editor Sewer bills will be going up for Mt. Morris residents. The village board voted unanimously April 28 to increase the debt service charge, formerly called a surcharge, on sewer bills from 126 percent to 154 percent effective May 1. The action was taken so that the village can continue to make payments for its new wastewater treatment plant that went into operation late in 2013. “As it stands right now, we’re probably going to be $100,000 short for our September payment,� said village trustee Tim Harvey, who is chairman of the Water and Sewer Committee. “I’m not crazy about raising this but we have a commitment to the State of Illinois to pay for our $12 million sewer plant.� The hike means the monthly sewer fee for a household that uses 1,000 cubic feet per month will increase $11.57 per month from $93.40 to $104.97. A household that uses 350 cubic feet will see a $4.05 monthly increase from $32.70 to $36.75. Harvey explained that beginning in 2009, the village started collecting a graduated surcharge on
sewer bills. The charge increased every three months over a three-year period. The money was calculated to be adequate to make the loan payments of $277,000 each March and September. The village qualified for a low-interest 20-year loan from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA). At one point the fund to pay the loan contained almost $1 million, Harvey said. Some of the money in it was used to pay costs related to the new sewer plant, such as purchasing the land for $211,000, he said. Harvey said problems making the payments arose when sewer receipts declined due to the closing of the Quad Graphics plant, the drastic down-sizing of Kable News, and the lower fees paid by Mt. Morris Estates. The village has lost approximately $130,000 since the 2009-10 fiscal year from Quad Graphics and at least $8,000 in the same timeframe from Kable News. After a flow meter was installed in 2014 to measure the actual sewer usage from Mt. Morris Estates the monthly bill went from $6,917 per month to $4,342, a loss of $30,900 per year. Resident Jeff Pennington
asked the board to consider charging a flat rate per user to make up the difference rather than a percentage. He said that would that way every user would pay the same amount and would know exactly how much it would be from month to month. If a high user, such as a business, left town the village would then lose a set amount, Pennington said. Harvey said village officials considered a flat amount but determined it would cost each user about $40 per month to meet the loan payments. Village president Dan Elsasser said the percentage is fairer because it’s based on actual usage. “With a flat rate, the low users would be penalized, and the high users would get a big break,� he said. “The bottom line is we need to make our loan payments.� The IEPA had required the village to build a new wastewater treatment plant because the old one, built in the 1930s and updated in the 1970s no longer met specifications.
From A1 statement about the statue. “Despite several repairs and patches over the decades, the now 104-year old statue is in desperate need of full conservation – its concrete body in some places is so deteriorated that if not addressed immediately there is a risk that the damage will quickly accelerate and the majority of its original details will be lost,� the For more information or press release said. to volunteer call Habitat for The cost of the restoration Humanity of Ogle County at is estimated at $825,000, of 815-732-6855. which nearly $750,000 has been raised by Rausa and his group through donations, grants, and fundraisers. Red tape and getting official approval of the repair plan and the contract for the work has repeatedly delayed the start of the repairs.
Everything seemed to be in place late last fall after IDNR officials signed a contract with project conservator Dr. Andrzej Dajnowski and his crew, from Conservation of Sculpture & Objects Studio, Forest Park. However, over the winter, Rausa said, the IDNR terminated that contract and revised it. Dajnowski received the revised contract early this spring, but another glitch slowed the process when engineer Amy Lamb Woods left her former employer Thornton Tomasetti and joined the firm of Simpson Gumperta & Heger, a Chicago-based engineering firm that designs, investigates, and rehabilitates structures and building enclosures. Rausa said that he wanted
Lamb Woods to remain on the project because of her expertise with repairing concrete structures, and because she helped develop the repair plan. The contract with Lamb Woods was approved last week. Now Rausa said, just some final testing remains to be done before the work begins. “Now we’re waiting for some further testing on the materials to be put into the cracks,� he said. Checks for the restoration project can be made out to the Illinois Conservation Foundation and marked for the Black Hawk Statue.
Kiana, Elias, and Betty Sotelo smile as they help Maya get a shovel full of dirt at the groundbreaking for the new Habitat for Humanity home in Mt. Morris on April 26. At right, Bob Van Stedum reacts as Habitat board members Gail Tuttle and Tom Hughes help. Photo by Earleen Hinton
Ground broken for new Habitat home Eight-year-old Maya Sotelo didn’t mind that she needed a little bit of help to get her shovel full of dirt during the groundbreaking for her family’s new Habitat home in Mt. Morris. Maya was all smiles as her dad, Elias, sister Kiana, and mom Betty stepped in to step on her shovel to break the sod in a short ceremony on Sunday at the home’s site, 408 W. Front Street on April 26. “We want to thank everybody for coming out today. We’re very excited that the day is finally here,� said Betty. “This will be really nice.� The Sotelos were selected in March as the next family to receive a home Habitat for Humanity home in Ogle County. Mary Francis, a member of the Mt. Morris Village Board who filled in for village president Dan Elsasser, welcomed the Sotelos to the neighborhood. “We welcome you as a Village Board and because
I live just three blocks away, I also welcome you as a neighbor,� she said. “We are so glad to see young families move in.� Members of Habitat’s Family Selection Committee and Board of Directors were also present at the groundbreaking event. Pastor Dwight Stewart gave the blessing. Habitat’s family selection committee spent hours talking with families before selecting the Sotelos for this year’s build. Betty and Elias met in Rockford through friends and have lived in Mt. Morris for several years. According to the groundbreaking program, Betty was born in Alaska and loved in Texas before moving to Illinois when she was eight years old. Elias was born in Mexico and moved to Illinois when he was 17. He works in Belvidere for Bel Rock Asphalt Paving and Betty is a student at Sauk Valley College.
Maya is in the second grade and Kiana, age 5, is in kindergarten. The couple is expecting a third daughter this summer. “I am due the end of July,� said Betty. Habitat for Humanity requires new homeowners to put sweat equity into home construction so they can experience the entire home building process. The completed home will also have an interestfree mortgage with the new homeowners making payments for the loan, taxes, and insurance. Numerous volunteers and businesses will also help throughout the building process. Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County continually seeks funds, donations, and volunteers to help keep the final mortgage as low as possible.
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Ray’s final diary entry was made on Nov. 26, 1919 Editor’s note: Otto Dick, Oregon, has researched the people, places, and events important in Oregon’s history for the Ogle County Historical Society. The following is the 15th in a series of excerpts from the daily diary kept by Hugh M. Ray from Jan. 1, 1884 to Nov. 26, 1919. Ray lived on a farm on Brick Road west of Payne’s Point and later moved to a new house he built in Oregon. 1919 Jan. 17 - Dr. Murphy and Dr. Beveridge came at 9 p.m. and put a needle in Will’s lung front and back, did not get much. Jam. 25 - Tim Landers brought up his Victrola to play for Will. Feb. 20 - Hazel commenced to work at the National Silica Plant today. April 20 - We heard that they had a shooting scrape at Limerick School meeting. April 24 - One of the shooters at the school was bound over to the grand jury and the other one for carrying a concealed weapon. Sept. 2 - I walked out to the timber and commenced to chop wood, I cut a good load. (Mr. Ray was over 75 years old. The walk is five miles to say nothing about cutting a good load of wood with an axe). Oct. 19 - Earl and Hazel went to Rockford yesterday and he stripped his gear and had to have a taxi bring them home. Nov. 15 - I am not feeling well. Nov 26 - This was the last entry in the diary. He had a normal day’s activity. Nov. 27 - He broke his leg and never wrote in his diary again. Hugh M. Ray died Oct. 22, 1921 at the age of 76 years, 3 months, and 11 days. After her father’s death Marion (Hazel) Ray Allen and her husband Lee moved to the country home where Hugh was born and spent most of his life. The following are excerpts from her diary 1923-24-25. These give an insight about life during those three years. 1. The boys went hunting and got 14 rabbits all together. 2. Sold a front quarter of beef, it weighed 810 pounds and got 10 cents a pound 3. Will took a load of corn for Ben Carpenter. 4. We butchered two hogs today and covered the sausage with lard. 5. Terrible blizzard, sat around all day and hated ourselves to death. 6. Boys went down to shovel the road. 7. Earl (son-in-law) refereed a basketball game at the coliseum today. 8. Mennenga’s boy fell off a wagon load of wood and broke his leg.
Hugh M. Ray and his wife Hattie (Bell) are both buried at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Paynes Point. Photos supplied
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at Paynes Point is the fnal resting place of the Rays.
9. Florence Allen’s doctor told her she had T. B. 10. Discovered the army worm working in the corn. 11. E a r l started to work at Watt Publishing Companu. 12. Earl took Will out in the field to teach him how to run the tractor. 13. Started for Niles, Michigan at 6 a.m. and got there at 6 p.m. Had two blowouts and lost our way and drove 24 miles out of our way. 14. F r a n k Zeigler came out and put up a radio and was here until noon. 15. We came home at 6 p.m. and played radio. Got Winnipeg, Canada tonight. This ends the diary accounts of Hugh and his daughter Hazel. During the horse and buggy days it’s amazing what Hugh saw and accomplished. He recorded many of the hardships of that era and never complained. With little education he wrote his diary. I enjoyed his insightful record of his life. Oh, how many of us would walk home from the
Chana Depot to your house a distance of five miles, live without electric lights, use an outhouse, help shovel snow on the road in front of your house, butcher hogs, and then take time to write a diary recording the temperature each day. Recording the temperature shows how weather affected their daily lives. Thanks for all your positive comments about the Ray Diary. Reading about Ray’s life reminds me how trivial many of our concerns are today. Our early pioneers made possible what we have today.
Ray’s daughter Hazel worked at the National Silica Plant in 1919.
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Winners of the Phidian Art Club Literary Program are pictured from left to right: Deborah Crowson, Val Stanley, Tatjana Kazan, Amy Shoemaker, Patricia Ballard, Christine Novak, Whitni Hey, Van Johnson. Photo supplied
Winners of annual writing contest The annual Phidian Art Club Literary Program was held Sunday, April 26 at Dixon Public Library. Winners in the 2015 Literary Competition read their winning entries. Nonfiction judge, Chris Minor of WQAD TV, Moline, selected the following essays as winners: First place- “Earth in
my Bones” by Deborah Crowson, Dixon Second place “Unplugged: Our Month Without Electronics” by Christine Novak, Rochelle Third place - “Seasonal Reflections” by Whitni Hey, Dixon The poetry judge was Del Cain of Saginaw, Texas. He awarded the prizes:
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Fiction judge, A. K. Thompson of Murphysboro selected the following short stories as winners: First place - “The Best Friend” by Tatjana Kazan, Amboy Second place - “Betrayal” by Deborah Crowson Third place - “If It Hadn’t Rained” by Amy Shoemaker, Rock Falls
Democrats will meet Ogle County Democrats will meet on Wednesday, May 13 at 6 p.m. at Alfano’s Restaurant, 801 S. Fourth St., Oregon. For more information, contact Chairman Jim Bryant at 815-881-1005 or DemJimBryant@earthlink. net.
Aya Bridgeland, Byron, is a recipient of the 2015 First Choice Agriculture Scholarship from 1st Farm Credit Services. Bridgeland, a senior at Byron High School, is the daughter of Thomas and Mitsuko Bridgeland. She has been active in FFA, youth group and National Honor Society. In the fall, Bridgeland plans to attend University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign to study crop science. She hopes to work as an agronomist to further innovate science and technology. 1st Farm Credit Services recently announced the 24 recipients of the $1,500 scholarship, which supports students who are pursuing a higher education in an agriculture field or a degree that will contribute to the quality of rural life. “These scholars play an important role in the future of agriculture, and their commitment to agriculture
is evident in their past experiences and future goals,” said 1st Farm Credit Services President/CEO Gary J. Ash. “This program is just one way our association can invest in the future of rural America, by encouraging and helping young farmers and people who want to have a career in agriculture and rural communities.” Recipients were selected based on their future commitment to rural America, academic achievement, community activities and agriculture involvement. An independent panel of leaders in farming, agribusiness, youth and education selected the scholarship recipients. A banquet and formal presentation of the scholarships will be hosted by 1st Farm Credit Services for the students and their parents in June.
CTI performs at Ebenezer May 8 CTI will perform on Friday, May 8 at 7 p.m. at Ebenezer Reformed Church, 2997 N. German Church Rd., Oregon. CTI Music Ministries Fulltime Program performs in churches, colleges, schools, prisons, and other venues where they encourage and challenge Christians to loving action in response to Christ’s call to “make
disciples of all nations.” Opportunities will be available at the concert for individuals to learn more about using their talents and passions to share God’s love. For more information about the event call Mark Lohman at 815-440-2384. For more information about CTI go to ctimusic.org or call 320-235-0155.
Highland graduation is May 16 Angel Ball Checks were presented from the profits from the Oregon Rotary Club’s annual Angel Ball held in December to three local entities at a recent club meeting. Rotary President Elect David Nelson, left, presented Kathy Groenhagen with $8,000 for Serenity Hospice & Home, Dave Bakener with $3,500 for the Oregon Rotary Foundation, and Brion Brooks with $8,000 for the Village of Progress. Photo by Stan Eden
The northwest Illinois community and friends of Highland Community College, Freeport, are invited to join the 2015 graduates and their families as they celebrate the 52nd annual commencement ceremony to be held on Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m., outdoors on the HCC campus. The address to the class of 2015 will be
given by Representative Brian Stewart, member of the Illinois House of Representatives serving the 89th District. Commencement will take place on the plaza between the Marvin-Burt Liberal Arts Center and Natural Science and Health Center. Guest parking will be located in parking lot D on the south side of campus outside of the Natural
Science and Health Center. The college is expecting a large number of participating graduates; as such, seating will be limited and available on a firstcome, first-served basis. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the Larry F. Kahl Gymnasium located in the YMCA/Sports Center on Highland’s campus.
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College & Service News Patience J. Klecka Patience Klecka, Chana, is one of 780 candidates for commencement at Parkland College in Champaign. The commencement will be Thursday, May 14, at 8 p.m.
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Meridith Hays Every year graduating studio art students create and display a collection of original art. This year 20 students, including Meridith Hays, Byron, created unique collections that were displayed in the Augustana Teaching Museum of art from April 24 to May 24. The annual spring exhibition of senior student work is part of their Senior Inquiry capstone project. Every art and graphic
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Ogle County Clerk Rebecca Huntley issued the following marriage licenses. April 24 Oscar D. Gomez-Gomez and Lorena Barrientos Garcia, both of Rochelle. Brett A. Armstrong and Jamie M. Pelka, both of Davis Junction. Matthew D. Sjulstad and Christina L. Wernicke, both of Sycamore.
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April 27 Cole D. Cooper and Jennifer N. Butts, both of Lyndon. April 28 Matthew G. Crisp and Holly A. Brown, both of Rochelle. Trinity S. Maples and Kimberly J. Avery, both of Mt. Morris. April 30 Johnathon M. Roszkowski and Alyssa K. Bare, both of Aurora. Khamphong Seangdara and Amy B. Douangmala, both of Byron.
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Church News ADELINE ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH 9106 Cedar St. in Adeline Leaf River 61047 Phone 815-541-4863 Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. BAILEYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 303 W. Franklin St., Baileyville Pastor Alan Cassel 815-232-6222 www. baileyvillebaptistchurch.org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship 12:30 p.m. Afternoon Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Midweek Bible Study BROOKVILLE and ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Brookville: Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. 17725 W. Chamber St. in Brookville Elkhorn: Worship 9 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Corner of Wilson Mill & Brick Church Roads CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 606 Main St., Chana 61015 Pastor Javier Martinez 815-732-7683 chanaumc@gmail.com Adult & Children’s Education 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion Celebrated the First Sunday of Each Month CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH 2035 Ill. Rt. 26, Dixon 815-284-4554 Pastor David Andermann 815-632-6767 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:20 a.m. Education Hour
Thursday, May 7—10 a.m. Bible Class Saturday, May 9—12 p.m. Family Game Night at Arthur’s, then at Meadows Park at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 10—9 a.m. Worship with Communion; 10:20 a.m. Education Hour CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE 302 S. Franklin St., Polo 815-946-2848 Sunday Worship 10 a.m. (June, July, August 9:30 a.m.) We include children in our Sunday Worship experience “Kids are People, too� Ages 3-10 are dismissed right after Praise & Worship. Casual, Contemporary, Non-Traditional Passion for God Compassion for People Visit Our Website: PoloOpenBible.org CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, WHITE PINES CAMPUS 205 N. Jefferson Ave., Polo Sundays at 10 a.m. 815-837-5255 whitepines@crossroadscn.com We offer contemporary worship and relevant Bible teaching through engaging messages, and powerful video Join us after the service in our cafe for coffee, snack & fellowship Kidzlink Children’s Ministry (infant-5th grade)-during Adult Services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade)- Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Visit our website: www. crossroadscn.com DISCIPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hitt and Maple Streets, Mt. Morris Pastor Dwight Stewart Phone 815-734-4853 Worship 9:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. EAST JORDAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 22027 Polo Rd., Sterling Jim Miller, Interim Pastor 815-626-0104 9 a.m. Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School
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10:30 a.m. Worship EAST OREGON CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 107 N. Daysville Rd. East Edge of Oregon Off Ill. 64 Pastor John Guthrie 815-732-2960 or 815-732-6569 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Church 10:30 a.m. EBENEZER REFORMED CHURCH 2997 N. German Church Rd. Two miles east of Oregon on Ill. 64, then three miles north. Pastor Brion Brooks Church Office Phone: 815-732-6313 Director of Ministries for Youth and Christian Education David Bordy 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Roots Youth Ministry— Wednesday 6:30-7:45 p.m. Kids Clubs & Men’s & Women’s Bible Study— Wednesday from 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Prayer Meeting, Wednesday 7 p.m.; transportation and nursery provided for all services.
LEAF RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 104 E. Rt. 72, Leaf River Pastor David Poust Sunday, May 10—10:30 a.m. Worship Service & Children’s Church
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 609 S. 10th St., Oregon 815-732-2359 Grail Storm, Minister 815-732-7411 Worship Service—10 a.m. If you haven’t found a church home, we invite you to First Christian Church in Oregon, where we accept one another just as Christ accepted us. Come as you are.
LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4938 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Pastor Javier Martinez Handicapped Accessible Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Age Three through Sixth Grade. Everyone is Welcome
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) 200 S. Fifth St., Oregon 815-732-2894 www.fpcoregon.com Handicapped Accessible Worship 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month.
FIRST UNITED EMMANUEL METHODIST CHURCH EVANGELICAL 402 First Ave., Forreston LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor David Poust 764 N. Stillman Road, Oregon 815-938-2380 (Payne’s Point) Thursday, May 7—6:30 p.m. Pastor Andrew Kayes Trustees Committee; 7 p.m. Office: 815-732-2424 National Day of Prayer Service Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday, May 10—9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Worship Service followed by Sunday School EVANGELICAL FREE Monday, May 11—8 a.m. AA CHURCH Open Meeting; 9:30 a.m. Coffee OF MT. MORRIS at The Depot 102 S. Seminary St. Mt. Morris FLORENCE UNITED Senior Pastor METHODIST CHURCH Bruce McKanna 2649 W. Florence Rd., Associate Pastor Freeport Lance Mennen Pastor Kathleen Brinkmeier 815-734-4942 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 7—9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. MOM’s Group; 1 p.m. Ladies Bible Study FORRESTON GROVE Saturday, May 9—7 a.m. CHURCH Men’s Accountability Group; 11 7246 N. Freeport Rd., a.m. All Daughters Luncheon Forreston Sunday, May 10—8:30 Presbyterian Church in a.m. Sunday School; 9:20 a.m. America InnerMission; 10 a.m. Worship Pastor Jeremy Cheezum Service 815-938-3605 Monday, May 11—9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Ground Support for Women 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Tuesday, May 12—9 a.m. Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Ladies Prayer Circle Pioneer Club Wednesday, May 13—6 Thursdays, 7 p.m. Adult a.m. Mt. Morris Men’s Prayer Study; 7:45 p.m. Choir Meeting Log onto our website at FORRESTON REFORMED http://www.efcmm.org to check CHURCH out our latest opportunities and 501 Third Ave. updates Tim Fry, Pastor 9:30 a.m. Worship FAITH DISCOVERY 10:45 a.m. Sunday School CHURCH 801 W. Oregon St., Polo FREEDOM LUTHERAN Jeremy Heller, Pastor WORSHIPPING 815-946-3588 COMMUNITY, ELCA 9 a.m. Sunday School Pastor Jeff Schlesinger 10 a.m. Worship Service 815-222-7270 Nursery Available Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. at We are an independent nonLutheran Outdoor Ministries denominational Christian Dining Hall church. 1834 S. IL Rt. 2 Visitors are always welcome. (a mile south of Oregon) Welcome Center FAITH EVANGELICAL 111 S. Fourth St., Oregon LUTHERAN CHURCH 402 Second Ave., Forreston GRACE VALLEY Pastor Scott Ralston CHRISTIAN REFORMED Church 815-938-3203 CHURCH “ A Church with a Heart — 8210 E. Edwardsville Rd. In the Heart of Forreston� German Valley 9 a.m. Sunday Worship Pastor Jake Ritzema Thursday, May 7—6:30 p.m. 815-362-6601 Bible Study Sunday School for All Ages Sunday, May 10—9 a.m. 9 a.m. Worship; 10 a.m. Sunday School Worship Service 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 13—7 p.m. Choir GERMAN VALLEY Thursday, May 14—6:30 p.m. UNITED METHODIST Bible Study CHURCH Church and Main Streets FAITH UNITED Matt Smith, Pastor METHODIST CHURCH 8:30 a.m. Worship Service Mission Statement: Loving, Growing & Serving in Faith LEAF RIVER BAPTIST Handicapped Accessible CHURCH 702 E. Dixon St., Polo 6941 N. Mt. Morris Rd., Rev. Derek Rogers Leaf River 815-946-3212 Pastor Randy Newton Website: faithumcpolo 815-738-2205 9 a.m. Sunday School Email leafriverbc@gmail. 10 a.m. Sunday Worship com 11 a.m. Fellowship Sunday Praise and Worship Service at 9:30 a.m. (Nursery FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH provided) 505 Hill St., Oregon Sunday School 11 a.m. www.fbcoregon.org Wednesday Prayer/Bible 815-732-2642 Studies 6 p.m. Rev. Jared Cochran Prayer Chain 738-2205 “A Christ-centered, BibleWednesday—Various believing, family-oriented Activities 6:30-8:30 p.m. ministry.�
MT. MORRIS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 409 W. Brayton Road P.O. Box 2055 Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Pastor Ginny Haney Phone: 815-734-4573 Office hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon Thursday, May 7—11:30 a.m. Food Pantry Board Meeting; 4:30-7 p.m. Food Pantry Open Friday, May 8—9 a.m. Women’s Fellowship Sunday, May 10—8:15 Prayer Service; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages Monday, May 11—10:30 a.m. Food Delivery of Pantry 2-4:30 p.m. Food Pantry Open Tuesday, May 12—8:45 a.m. Bible Study; Quilting NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 401 S. Eighth St., Oregon Pastor David Demmer 815-732-7404 10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship Service NORTH GROVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 10384 W. Coffman Rd., Forreston Pastor Tim Hotchkiss Church: 815-938-2194 Pastor’s Cell: 815-209-6838 Saturday, May 9—9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center Sunday, May 10—9 a.m. Sunday School; 10:05 a.m. Worship Service Tuesday, May 12—9-11:30 a.m. Food Pantry & Thrift Shop Open at New Life Community Center
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Pastor Hoffman’s morning message is titled, “Tribute to the Messiah and Mom’s.� Greeting you will be Dawn Ewald. During morning worship an exceptionally fine Children’s Church is offered for children 3 years old through Grade 5. Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m. and includes classes for adults, young adults, teens, children and infants. Special attention is given in each class to issues and topics related to the particular needs and interests of each group. The Wednesday night Youth Group meets at 6 p.m. at East Oregon Chapel, 107 N. Daysville Road. The local Weight Watchers group meets Wednesday at the church from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, followed by their meeting from 6 to 6:30 p.m. May’s Bible Book of the Month is I Kings. OREGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 S. Fourth, Oregon Pastor Barb Good 815-732-2994 oregonumc@outlook.com Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Fellowship 10 a.m. Sunday School & Confirmation 10:15 a.m. Activities during the Week: Thursday, May 7—11 a.m.12 p.m. National Day of Prayer Service; 7 p.m. Habitat Sunday, May 10—7:30 a.m.
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POLO CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN Congress Ave. & Webster St. (The church is handicapped accessible) Pastor Leslie Lake 9:30 a.m. Family Worship 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time 11 a.m. Sunday School PRAIRIE DELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16031 W. Coffman Rd., Shannon Pastor Donna Gericke, CLP 815-864-2448 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Fellowship REVIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8 E. Front Street; Mt. Morris follow@revivemtm.com 815-994-0428 Southern Baptist Saturday Night Service 5:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery 6-8 p.m. Monday
Sunday School 9 a.m. Social Time 10 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. ST. MARY CHURCH 301 N. Fourth St., Oregon Father Joseph P. Naill Office Phone 815-732-7383 Office FAX 815-732-4742 Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m. Third Wednesday of Month at Pinecrest 3 p.m. Reconciliation Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. St. Mary Prayer Network Lois Lints 815-703-9699 Nancy Kerwin 815-732-3351 Darlene Bauer 815-732-2238 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 213 N. Franklin Ave., Polo Father Joseph P. Naill 815-946-2535 Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. Reconciliation First Sunday of each month after mass Religious Education Youth Program 1st & 2nd Wednesdays 6 p.m. Adult Bible Study 1st Wednesday 8:30 a.m. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon Pastor Richard Tomlinson 815-732-2367 Sunday Activities: Worship Services 8:30 & 11 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m. Other Activities Include: Men’s & Women’s Groups, Confirmation Class, High School Youth Group, Grieving Ministry, Outreach Ministry with Rockford Rescue Mission & HOPE Pregnancy Center, Adult Choir For More Information Call the Church Office
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 308 E. Brayton Mt. Morris Pastor Josh Ehrler 815-734-6354 Friday, May 8—8 a.m. Bulletin Assembly & Coffee Saturday, May 9—5:30 p.m. Worship followed by Second Saturday Supper & Worship Retreat Sunday, May 10—8:45 a.m. Traditional Worship; 9:45 a.m. Sunday School, Fellowship Time Between Services; 10:45 a.m. Worship Monday, May 11—6:30 p.m. Church Council Meeting ST. JAMES LUTHERAN Wednesday, May 13—6:30 CHURCH a.m. Prayer & Praise; 9-11 a.m. West Grove Road at Quilting; 5:30 p.m. Choristers; Columbine Rd. 6 p.m. Chime Choir; 6:30 p.m. Pastor Steve Erickson Saturday, May 9—2 p.m. Confirmation Class; 6:30-8 p.m. Chancel Choir WELCA Meeting/Fellowship Sunday, May 10—9:15 a.m. WEST BRANCH Prayer Ministry Team; 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE Congregational Bible Study, BRETHREN Senior Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 4014 West Branch Road a.m. Divine Worship Southeast of Forreston Pastor Richard Bright ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN 815-734-4411 CHURCH Sunday School—9:30 a.m. 201 N. Division Ave., Polo Worship—10:35 a.m. Pastor Terrie Wilder 815-946-2919 Sunday
National Day of Prayer Several area churches will celebrate National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 7. Services will be held at 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, Forreston; at 8 a.m. at Grace Valley Christian Reformed Church, German Valley; at 11 a.m. at Oregon United Methodist Church, and at 7 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church, Polo. National Day of Prayer is a special day set aside by the U.S. Congress. Millions of Americans will gather at town halls, churches, post office flagpoles, and various venues to pray for their nation and their leaders. President George Washington was the first to call for a national day of prayer, and throughout American history succeeding Presidents have followed a tradition of calling out to God Almighty for His wisdom, guidance, and blessing upon America. A call is being is being made to residents in every city, town and village to pray for America in the areas of government, church, military, family, education, media, and business.
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ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1000 Ill. 64 West Oregon Rev. Joyce Beaulieu Interim Priest 815-732-7211 or 815-732-3328 www.saintbrides.org Email:saintbrides@verizon. net Services Sunday-Holy Communion-8 and 10 a.m. Wednesday Healing Service-6 p.m. Classes Children’s Sunday School-9 a.m. OREGON Adult Sunday School-9 a.m. CHURCH OF GOD (2nd & 4th Sunday) 860 W. Oregon Trail Rd. St. Bride’s follows traditional Pastor Michael Hoffman Anglican-Episcopal church 815-732-6847 practices; is biblically based You and your family are and both family and individual invited to join us in worship on oriented. Sunday, May 10 at 10:30 a.m. Visitors are always welcomed.
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Magee performs at RRC Clare Magee returns to Rock River Center on Monday, May 18 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. to share his music. A retired teacher with ties
to outdoor teacher education and Taft Campus, Magee makes the trip from his home in Canada to Oregon each year to visit with friends and colleagues.
Rock River Center welcomes his return and invites everyone to attend. Call the Center at 815732-3252 to register for the event.
Golf outing for St. Jude Event will be held at Silver Ridge June 6
Polo Rehabilitation & Health Care, an 81-bed skilled nursing facility in Polo, is accepting registrations for its fifth annual St. Jude Golf Outing. The event will be held Saturday, June 6 at Silver Oregon VFW Commander Lee Ossman, left, accepts a hand-carrved eagle head walking stick from O.K. Welty, who made it. On the reverse side of the walking stick are the emblems for the five U.S. military branches. The bottom portion of the walking stick has wood carving feathers similar to the real feathers attached at the top of the walking stick. The walking stick is part of a live auction to benefit the Veterans Memorial Fundraiser which will be held on May 16 at Barnacopia. Photo supplied
Memorial fundraiser is scheduled at Barnacopia The Ogle County Veterans Memorial Committee will host an Armed Forces Day and Memorial Fundraiser on Saturday, May 16 at 6 p.m. at Barnacopia west of Mt. Morris on Ill. 64. The event is sponsored by several veteran’s organizations and businesses and the public is invited to participate. Former U.S. President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish Armed Forces Day for citizens to come together and thank military members for their patriotic service. Major General John Borling, a former fighter pilot who was shot down in North Vietnam and spent six years and eight months
as a POW in the Hanoi Hilton, will be speaking at the event. He has also authored a book on his captivity title “Taps on the Wall.” Borling speaks frequently across the United States on his experiences and related topics. The event will also host a variety of activities such as a self-guided tour of Barnacopia, the unveiling of the new veterans bronze statute by sculptor Jeff Adams of inBronze Studio and Foundry, door prizes, raffles, and a live auction. Refreshments will be provided. Funds raised will be used to build a new veterans memorial on the Ogle County Courthouse lawn.
The new memorial will consist of a bronze kneeling soldier plus two granite walls. The names of those from Ogle County who have given their lives in service to the country from World War II and other wars to the present will be engraved on the walls. The names of Ogle County’s two Medal of Honor recipients will also be engraved on the granite wall. Registration forms can be obtained from the Oregon VFW after 3:30 p.m., or by emailing the VFW Post 8739 at Veteransvfw@hotmail. com. or bgvanderkolk1@ comcast.net.
stand, located on the south side of the main entrance road, west of the campground registration road. Quirky’s started last year as a stand-alone hot dog cart. “We did various car shows, military shows, and such,” Quirk said. “We are excited to
start this venture in Lowden State Park.” The concession stand will offer Vienna (Chicago style) hot dogs, hot pretzels, pizza, popcorn, as well as other treats. It will also carry some camping supplies.
Ogle County Relay for Life invites the public to honor loved ones who have battled cancer to purchase luminaria for the Ceremony of Hope Friday, June 5 at Oregon High School. Friends and family will gather around the candlelit track at OHS to remember, honor, and celebrate the lives of those who have
battled cancer at the annual Relay for Life event. Each luminaria bears the name of a loved one and the purchaser. The cost of $10 each goes to the American Cancer Society to help fund research and education. To order online go to www.relayforlife.org/ Ogleil.
Dialogue pages will be provided at the auditions. This Tony Award-winning stage comedy by Neil Simon will be performed July 17-19 and 24-26, in the auditorium at Pinecrest Grove Community Center.
Dave Sheely and Cole Davison will direct, with production assistance from Connie Augsburger. The cast features eight adults. Six men and two women will be cast. Visit PAG’s website:
For more information or to obtain a mail order form call Tammy English at 815-2291287 or email her at Tammy. English@cancer.org. Mail orders must be received by May 29. The Relay for Life event will be held from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. The Ceremony of Hope is just one of the activities during the evening.
Memory Pillow Day is May 13 Serenity Hospice and Home will host a Memory Pillow Project Day on Wednesday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Ogle County Farm Bureau Auditorium, 421 W. Pines Rd., Oregon.
Participants should bring an article of clothing from a loved one, to get help transforming it into a memory pillow. Anyone who wants to remember a loved one by
making a pillow is invited to attend. For more information or to reserve a spot, please call Cathy Warren, Denise Watts or Margaret Clark at 815-732-2499.
Car show in Leaf River June 6 The Leaf River Lions Club will host its annual Leaf River Daze Car show on Saturday, June 6 in downtown Leaf River. Registration for the car show starts at 9 a.m. until noon.
Trophies will be handed out at 2 p.m. Main Street will be blocked off for the event to allow ample car show parking and easy access to the many fun things happening around town that day. Craft and food vendors will be on hand, and tractor show and pulls plus many
The business is familyowned and will be run by Quirk, his wife, and their oldest son. They plan to camp at the park all summer and into the fall months. “We’ll be open as long as the weather will let us,” Quirk The Stillman Valley said. Lions Club will sponsor a spaghetti dinner on May 28 at Fritz Wooden Nickel, 208 N. Walnut St., Stillman Valley, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. performingartsguild.com The menu will include for more information, or spaghetti, salad, dessert, call Connie at 815-734- milk or coffee. Cost is 7772. “The Odd Couple” will be presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., New York, NY.
activities will be held. A wide variety of family activities will be held at Bertolet Park. Visit festival website at Leafriversummerdaze. org for more information including entry forms. Look for festival and Lions activities on the Lions Club Face Book page at Leafriverlionsclub.
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Auditions scheduled for July show Performing Arts Guild announces auditions for its summer production, “The Odd Couple,” be Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the library at Pinecrest Grove.
to the top three teams and several door prizes also will be given. The event also will feature 50/50 raffles and a silent auction as well as other activities. Tee time is 8 a.m. with registration starting at 7 a.m. Registration and sponsorship forms are available by contacting Polo Rehabilitation at 815-9462203 and asking for Muriel.
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Quirky’s opens at Lowden State Park A new concession stand opened last week at Lowden State Park. Quirky’s, owned by Leonard Quirk, West Chicago, opened May 1 and will be open five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday, at the park’s concession
Ridge Golf Course, Oregon. Proceeds benefit Chloe’s Promise – St. Jude’s Midwest Affiliate in Peoria and the Polo Rehabilitation & Health Care Facility Enrichment Program. Registration is open until May 29 and costs $250 for a foursome or $65 per single player. The fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart and lunch. Prizes will be awarded
$8 ($7) for adults, $6 for children 5-12, and children under 5 are free. Tickets may be purchased from any Lion or by calling 815-645-8956, 815-2348511 or 815-645-2571. Proceeds will benefit Ogle County tornado victims.
Serenity Home hosts support groups C.A.F.E . (Coffee and Friends etc.) will meet Friday, May 8, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Serenity Home. This group is open to all bereaved adults in the community. Call the Serenity Hospice and Home office at
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Officials rated county response From A1 to perform. Each of the 10 points received an overall grade as well. OCEMA Director Tom Richter said Tuesday that the highlight of the county’s performance was the cooperation between the numerous agencies involved in the rescue and recovery efforts the evening of the tornado. “There’s a strong level of trust between the various agencies,” he said. The county’s efforts scored an S overall, Richter said. “Overall, the county performed all of its functions with some challenges,” he said. “The director of IEMA James Joseph was happy with our performance, as
was Region 2.” Richter said the frequent emergency drills held because of the Byron Generating Station have brought the various agencies together over the years and enhanced readiness and cooperation for all kinds of emergency situations. During the evaluation, Sheriff Brian VanVickle said that being on the same radio frequency allowed smooth communication between the Illinois State Police and other police departments on the scene of the tornado. “The system was used like it should have been,” he said. Some communication did not go smoothly, however. Richter said he did not learn about the destruction and people trapped in a
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storm cellar at Grubsteakers until about a half hour after the tornado struck there. Rescue workers were on the scene immediately, moving debris away from the storm cellar entrance to free
the victims, who suffered only minor injuries. “We didn’t give support to the people up there as soon as we should have,” Richter said. A Monroe Center
firefighter said his department received little early communication from the emergency command center in Rochelle about what was going on and what resources were available.
His department drove around its district looking for damaged structures and offering assistance to residents, he said, and also helped at nearby Fairdale.
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Plant Sale Four-year-old Shelby Howlett, Oregon, points to some of the plants her family was selling Saturday morning during the Oregon Park District’s annual plant sale. Photo by Chris Johnson
Oregon Police Activity Oregon Police Chief Darin DeHaan reports the following police activity for April 27 through May 3. April 27 At 2:11 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the high school parking lot located at 1100 Jefferson Street involving a 2008 Chrysler driven by Dustie D. Chapa, 26, Oregon, and a parked 1986 Pontiac belonging to Kevin Ramirez, 37, Mt. Morris. No citations were issued. At 3 p.m., police investigated a two-vehicle traffic crash in the 400 block of W. Washington involving a 2001 Volkswagen driven by Jarrett A. Reynolds, 16, Oregon, and a 2007 Load Trail utility vehicle driven by Raymond H. Hawn, 58, Oregon. No citations were issued. Anthony E. Breeden, 31, Oregon, was issued a citation at 5 p.m. for having a dog running at large. This violation occurred in the 500 block of S. Fourth Street. April 28 At 4:30 a.m., police issued a citation for violating the trailer/tractor ordinance for
the City of Oregon. This vehicle was parked in the 700 block of S. Third Street. April 29 At 4 a.m., police issued a citation for violating the trailer/tractor ordinance for the City of Oregon. This vehicle was parked in the 1200 block of Amber Drive. At 4:30 a.m., police issued a citation for violating the trailer/tractor ordinance for the City of Oregon. This vehicle was parked in the 400 block of S. Third Street. At approximately 9:29 p.m., police were alerted to two male juveniles acting suspiciously in the area of Jackson Street and Lillimore Lane. Further investigation resulted in taking one 13-year-old male juvenile of Oregon into limited custody for the offenses of criminal trespass to a residence, theft less than $300, and criminal damage to property. A 15-year-old male juvenile of Oregon was also taken into limited custody for the offenses of criminal trespass to a residence, and theft less than $300. Both juveniles were released to their respective
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By Vinde Wells Editor Securing a carnival may mean changing the traditional dates of Mt. Morris’ annual 4th of July festival. Let Freedom Ring will held over the 4th this year — on July 3, 4, and 5 — but it may be the last time that happens. “To make it more standardized and to secure a carnival, we’re probably going to change to the 4th weekend in June,” said LFR Committee Chairman Mark Lewis. Residents have let the committee know that they want the annual festival to include a carnival, he said. The problem is that for scheduling ease, carnival owners want to commit to a specific weekend rather than dates. Having the festival dates based on the 4th of July means the days of the week change, and carnivals tend
to do their best business on weekends. Lewis said the committee had considered moving the carnival to the fourth weekend in June this year, but decided instead to delay the change until 2016 in the hope of securing a carnival on a more long-term basis. The last carnival declined to come back, he said, because the beer garden at Maggie’s Pub put it too far away from electrical hook-ups. “They would have needed special cabling, and they didn’t want to do that,” he said. Lewis the LFR Committee is looking for more volunteers to help with planning and putting on the festival. “Right now there’s about 10 of us who put the festival on,” he said. “It’s fun or we wouldn’t do it but it would be great to have more ideas and more help.” More donations would also be appreciated, Lewis said. The festival is funded totally through donations from Morris, was issued a citation individuals, organizations, at 9:55 p.m. for speeding—50 and businesses, he said. It mph in a 30 mph zone. This violation occurred in the 600 block of N. Fourth Street.
receives no money from the village. “With the loss of businesses in recent years, we’ve lost donations,” Lewis said. Last year’s donations totaled about $12,000, and costs were almost double that he said with the fireworks display at $15,000, parade at $4,000, and entertainment at $3,500. “If we continue at that rate we’re going to be in trouble,” Lewis said. “We have tried to cut costs where we can. We want to make it as family friendly as possible.” He urged local residents to come and enjoy the festival. “I wish people would come uptown and participate,” he said. The date change means an area festival would be planned every weekend in June, starting off with Leaf River Summer Daze the first weekend of the month, German Valley Days the second weekend, and Polo Town & Country Days on the third weekend. vwells@ogleountynews.com
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2015 graduations are set
Night at the Gallery Oregon first grader Virginia Sowl and her father Matt Koster find the State of Virginia on a map of the United States created by students for Night at the Gallery, the annual art show, May 1 at Oregon Elementary School. Photo by Vinde Wells
High school students across the Rock River Valley will take their next step during graduation ceremonies this month. Commencement exercises for Ogle County schools are: Forreston High School: 2 p.m. May 17 in the high school gym, 601 E. Main St. Byron High School: 2 p.m. May 17 in the high school gym, 696 N. Colfax Ave. Stillman Valley High School: 2 p.m. May 17 in the high school gym, 425 S. Pine St. Oregon High School: 2 p.m. May 24 at Blackhawk Center, 1101 Jefferson St. Polo High School: 2 p.m. May 24 in the high school gym, 100 Union Ave.
Other area schools commencements are: Amboy High School: 2 p.m. May 31 in the high school gym, 11 E. Hawley St. Ashton-Franklin Center High School: 10 a.m. May 23 in the high school gym, 611 Western Ave., Ashton. Dixon High School: 1 p.m. May 31 at the high school football field, 300 Lincoln Statue Drive, or in Lancaster Gymnasium in case of bad weather. Eastland High School: 7 p.m. May 22 in the high school gym, 500 S. School Drive, Lanark. Baccalaureate, 7 p.m. May 17 in the high school gym, 500 S. School Drive, Lanark. Faith Christian School:
6:30 p.m. May 29 in the school gym, 7571 S. Ridge Road, Grand Detour. Newman Central Catholic High School: Baccalaureate at 5:45 p.m., followed by Mass and graduation, May 20 at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 708 10th Ave., Rock Falls. Paw Paw High School: 7 p.m. May 29 in the high school gym, 511 Chapman St. Rock Falls High School: 1 p.m. May 24 at Hinders Field, 508 15th Ave., or in the high school gym, 101 12th Ave., in case of bad weather. Sterling High School: 3 p.m. May 24 at Roscoe Eades Field, 1608 Fourth Ave., or in the fieldhouse in case of bad weather.
Guest Column First responders took care of our neighbors By Brian VanVickle Ogle County Sheriff April turned into a busy month for the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office. The new Ogle County Public Safety Complex was completed and we hosted an open house on April 8. The open house was attended by several hundred citizens who were very pleased with the new facilities. Also on April 8, I submitted
my previous editorial. Last month’s topic was teamwork; I never expected to test those relationships the next day. As you are well aware on the evening of April 9 a tornado touched down in Lee County and moved 29 miles across Ogle County ending in the town of Fairdale. The severe weather brought first responders across Northern Illinois to the county for assistance. The way county fire, EMS and law enforcement worked in conjunction with one another during the incident solidifies my stance, you have a great team working to serve you, the citizens of
Ogle County. I think it is not only important to remind everyone of the assets we have locally, but regionally. From a law enforcement perspective we had a total of 32 police departments and sheriff’s offices respond to help within two hours. The Illinois State Police and Illinois Department of Natural Resources provided all of District 1 resources not only the night of the tornado but throughout the week following. The Rochelle Police Department helped with the initial response and search of properties and continued
assisting until additional resources arrived. Lee County Sheriff John Simonton, Dixon Police Chief Danny Langloss, and Dixon Police Lt. Sibley provided assistance in our Unified Command Post. Why do I mention these resources? It is because when a small rural community experiences a disaster of this scale it takes teamwork and the relationships to make a speedy recovery. This is something your sheriff’s office has worked hard to do since Dec.1. In total our initial estimates indicate 91 residences were damaged, 40 homes were
destroyed or uninhabitable, one business was destroyed, and 350 citizens were impacted. So many events have left me speechless but I will always remember is how our first responders took care of our neighbors and the unbelievable out pouring of volunteers. A member of the media asked during a press conference “Being newly elected and facing this disaster do you still like your job?” My answer was quick and simple “I love my job” and it is because the members of the Ogle County Sheriff’s
Office make a difference every day in this community and I am proud to lead them.
Library Book Clubs The Rock River Center Book Club meets Wednesday, May 13, at 12:30 p.m. at the Rock River Center to discuss Lila by Marilynne Robinson. The Afternoon Book Club meets Wednesday, May 20, at 1 p.m. at the Library to discuss is The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steven Galloway. New DVD Arrivals Island of Lemurs: Madagascar St. Vincent Grantchester Unbroken The Hundred-Foot Journey Friendship’s Field Gimme Shelter The Year Dolly Parton Was My Mom Imitation Game Spy Kids 1, 2 & 3 The Oregon Public Library is a district library that incorporates the city of Oregon and portions of surrounding townships. Browse thousands of books, hundreds of DVDs
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item donated. Patrons who don’t have fines can still drop off nonperishable food items at the library. All items will be donated to Oregon Lifeline. Seed Exchange Party Saturday May 9 Gardeners are invited Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to noon for a seed exchange. Here is a chance to trade those seeds, just in time to start a garden. The library will provide
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The second annual Scott David Rudolf Memorial Golf Outing will be held on June 20 at Sunset Golf Course, Mt. Morris. The golf outing will be a Best Ball Scramble, with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Last year was the inaugural event to honor the life of an Ogle County athlete of the past, Scott David Rudolf. With the love of family and friends, the Scott David Rudolf Memorial Scholarship Committee raised funds for a scholarship in his name. They created honorariums to support the education of athletes who show similar qualities and values that Rudolf portrayed as a young man growing up in Mt.
Morris. The committee has added a benefit dinner this year. The Best Ball Scramble is $50 per person and $200 per team. This will include 18 holes of golf, golf cart, lunch and prizes. The committee is looking for event sponsors and individuals to partner in the mission, “For the Joy of the Team.” Each event can be attended separately or enjoy the whole day. The benefit dinner will feature pulled pork sandwiches, provided by locally owned Big Ed’s BBQ, salads, and chips. Activities will include 50/50 raffles, Cookies by the
Pound, and live music. The cost of the dinner will be $8 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Cookies by the Pound will be $5 per pound. Although the complete entertainment details are still in the works, the committee announces the return of Jeff Elbel, an MMHS classmate of Scott’s, and his band Ping and John Sabaduquia. For more info and updates visit the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ SDRmemorial. Anyone interested in becoming a sponsor at either the golf or dinner, or both, contact Jason Page at jpage816@gmail.com or 815-440-3416.
Donations are needed for annual Chana School sale Sale will be held June 5-6 It’s time to clean out the garage, sort the closets, and straighten up the basement. Collect all those unused
Thank you for attending fire dept. breakfast Dear Editor, On behalf of the members of the Polo Fire Department, I would like to thank all who attended and donated to our Breakfast fund raiser Sunday, April 12. Once again it was a successful fund raiser because of you. We would also like to send out a special thank you to the wives, girlfriends, kids, past department members, and anyone else who jumped in and finished taking care of our customers while we were responding to the building collapse incident in downtown Polo. While we were away you served 70 more people breakfast. That was a great example of the Polo community spirit for helping others. Once again thanks to all of you from the guys at the Polo Fire Department. Tony Karrow Polo Fire Chief
Questions use of animals in circus shows Dear Editor, You are thrilled to know it is circus season again and you can’t wait to take your children or go with friends to see the elephants, tigers, and any other animals they are bringing with them. You can’t wait to see the tricks they will perform. The circus may seem like harmless fun for kids and a nostalgic experience for adults, but have you ever wondered what it takes to get a tiger to jump through a ring of fire or an elephant to stand on their hind legs? Animals in the circus are beaten, prodded, shocked, whipped, and have their spirits broken to get them to perform unnatural tricks. The training starts when they are babies, taken away from their mothers, as they are dominated with weapons and continues throughout their lives. Bullhooks used on elephants are a club like device with a sharp point and hook at one end, used to prod, “hook” and hit them. The training happens in secret, but the weapons are always present to remind the animals what will happen if they don’t obey. Elephants spend a majority of their time chained, and tigers and lions are kept in cages barely big enough for them to turn around.
items for the annual Chana School Rummage Sale. The Chana School Foundation would appreciate any donated items for this fundraiser. Contribution acknowledgements will be available for tax deductions
for the IRS. Items may be dropped off at the Oregon Coliseum in Oregon on Thursday, June 4. If you have large items for pick up, call 815-732-6807 or 815-732-2447. This two-day sale on
Because of this, they also suffer from emotional distress, which is displayed in stereotypic behavior like elephants weaving and bobbing their heads and big cats pacing endlessly in their
cages called Zoochosis. There is undercover video footage of the treatment of the animals and all you have to do is google Circus Animal Cruelty. There have also been
Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 will help to maintain the old country school. The school is a museum run by volunteers and supported through fund raisers and donations only. The Chana School
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countless tragedies causing extreme danger to people and the animals themselves. I implore you to think again before you buy a ticket to the circus with animals. I encourage you to join
Museum is on the National Register of Historical Places in the United States. To learn more about the Chana School Museum and how to become a volunteer call 815-732-2447. Volunteers are always
needed for special projects, school group activities, fund raisers and so much more. There’s no job too small in a volunteer project such as the Chana School Museum.
myself and many others for a peaceful demonstration when Ringling Brothers circus comes to Rockford, Illinois on May 8, 9, and 10. Find the details here:https://www.
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Please join me to be their voice. Jean Karlsson Amboy
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Stamp Out Hunger Drive May 9 Letter carriers will pick up food donations On Saturday, May 9, Oregon and Mt. Morris residents are being asked to help Stamp Out Hunger. The National Association of Letter Carriers, United States Postal Service, Feeding America and other partners are sponsoring a food drive. “We’re proud to support this food drive,” said Oregon Postmaster Paula Tegeler and Mt. Morris Postmaster Marianne Miller in a press release. “We’re asking residents
OES Book Fair Oregon second grader Olivia McClelland checks out a Puppet on a Stick as she shops with her grandmother Sue Saladin May 2 at the book fair at Oregon Elementary School. Photo by Vinde Wells
Man dies in workrelated accident A Kentucky man died last week in a work-related incident on the Canadian Pacific railroad tracks on North Baileyville Road approximately a mile north of Forreston. James C. Campbell, 20, Prestonburg, Kentucky, was pronounced dead April 30 at the scene approximately a quarter mile west of the railroad crossing. According to a press release from Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle, Campbell was employed by R.J. Corman Company, a private contractor working on the tracks. The press release said a piece of equipment owned by the company was being used to pick up metal railroad spikes with a large magnetic boom arm. While the boom arm was in operation it spun out of control. The large magnetic portion of the boom arm struck the top of a four seat all-terrain vehicle, also owned by the
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for their support to help make this another successful year. It’s easy to make a donation: simply leave a bag of nonperishable food items by the mailbox to help your neighbors in need.” To participate in the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive residents are encouraged to leave a sturdy bag containing nonperishable food items such as canned soup, canned vegetables, peanut butter, pasta, rice or cereal next prior to the time of regular mail delivery. Letter carriers will collect these food donations as they deliver the mail and take them to local food banks. The annual food drive has
assistance exists in every community in America. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 50 million Americans are food insecure, meaning they live at risk of hunger. Perhaps most alarming is the fact that nearly 16 million children in America are struggling with hunger. In addition 4.8 million seniors face choices between paying rent, utilities, and having nutritious food. For more information about the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive, visit www.feedingamerica. org and www.nalc.org/ community-service/fooddrive.
Blood drive is May 21 at Nash Center The Oregon Park District will host a community blood drive on Thursday, May 21 at Nash recreation Center, 304 S. Fifth St., Oregon. Staff from the Rock River Valley Blood Center (RRVBC) will draw blood from 1 to 6 p.m. For more
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Hands-on solar electricity class May 9 A Hands-on Photovoltaic (solar electricity) class will be offered on Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1230 E. Honey Creek Rd., Oregon. The instructor is an experienced designer and installer of solar electric systems. Both advanced and beginners are welcome. The class will include
an introduction to a typical roof mounted PV system, grid tied and battery based systems, designing a code compliant solar system, and subsidies. The hands-on section will allow class members to assemble a real one kilowatt grid tied PV system on site. This will include laying out the solar panels, making
the wiring connections between them and wiring the inverter, charge controller and breaker switches. After connecting each portion of the solar assembly, the unit will be voltage tested and wired so it will be ready to connect to the house breaker box. The system will then be disassembled.
The cost for the workshop is $20 for Illinois Renewable Energy Association members and $40 for nonmembers, which will include membership. For those who want lunch, an additional $5 per person will be charged. For more information, or to register, call 815-7327332.
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grown into a national effort that provides assistance to the millions of Americans struggling to put food on the table. The Stamp Out Hunger food drive, held on the second Saturday in May, has become the nation’s largest single-day food drive. In 2014, generous Americans donated 72.5 million pounds of food, feeding 30 million people. This was the 11th consecutive year of at least 70 million pounds collected by letter carriers. The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has collected well over one billion pounds of food since it began. The need for food
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Winnebago wins Hawk Classic, Oregon sixth By Andy Colbert Reporter
Rochelle’s Julia Dong, Oregon’s Haylie Rorbeck, and Polo’s Sierra Reining compete in the 4x800 relay Tuesday night in Rochelle. Photo by Chris Johnson
Lady Hawks take second at Rochelle Hawks fourth at 43rd Ogle meet By Andy Colbert Reporter In the 43 years of the Ogle County Meet, the Polo boys have never won it. With a loaded team of sprinters, the 2015 Polo-Forreston team thought it had a shot of finally gaining that coveted title Tuesday night. Instead, P-F finished in third with 87 points. Byron won with 104, followed by Rochelle with 95. Oregon was fourth with 53 and Stillman Valley fifth with 35. “I’m disappointed in the team standings. I was hoping to be a contender,” P-F coach Ryan Deets said.
P-F did sweep the 400, 800 and 1,600-meter relays and got individual firsts from Brooks Grobe in the 100 and Nathan Stukenberg in the 200 and 400. P-F was hurt by a lackluster showing in the field events and distances, but managed a first place in the high jump from Brad Cavanaugh. For Oregon, Konner Wilson turned in one of the top performances of the year by upsetting 2-time state qualifier Danny Falconer of Byron in both the high and intermediate hurdles. “That was outstanding and will serve as a springboard for Konner going into the post season,” Oregon coach Jim Spratt said. On the girls side, Oregon Turn to B2
Fletcher Honored Rochelle Athletic Director Kevin Crandall, left, presented track starter Harry Fletcher, Oregon, a plaque to honor him for 40 years of service as an IHSA track official. The presentation was during the Ogle County Track Meet Tuesday night. Photo by Chris Johnson
Softball, baseball regionals soon By Andy Colbert Reporter In less than three weeks, baseball and softball begin regional play. Like the robins coming out in spring, that is a sure sign that the school year is about over. Leading the way among area teams is the Forreston/ Polo baseball team. They are 20-5 and undefeated in conference play. Durand-Pecatonica has one loss and Aquin two in NUIC play. If Forreston can maintain its current standing, it will be the trifecta of conference titles in football, basketball (tie) and baseball. “We are hitting the ball well, batting around .350 as a team and averaging just under 10 runs a game,” F-P coach Kyle Zick said. “If
our pitching holds up, come regional time, we can be a tough game versus anyone.” Nathan Schneiderman, Jake Cunningham, and Robert DeVries are all hitting around .450. Schneiderman is also the ace of the pitching staff with a sparkling 1.46 ERA and 50 strikeouts. Caleb Poffenberger is close behind at 2.01 ERA. Stillman Valley will be F-P’s toughest foe at the 2A regional hosted by Oregon. Other teams are West Carroll and Byron, which lost virtually its entire starting line up from the last year’s state runner-up. Oregon is 4-16-1 and last in the BNC west with a 1-9 record, with the lone win over Byron. The top conference teams are Mendota and Stillman.
“We’re struggling for consistency, but playing better as of late,” Oregon coach Adam Albrecht said. “We’re working for a strong finish these next two weeks in preparation for regionals.” No matter what their record, never count the Hawks out of a regional. Three years ago, they made it to the regional final, followed by a super-sectional run in 2013 after coming in as a No. 5 regional seed. Last year, they played Byron tough in a close 4-1 loss. On the other hand, Forreston dropped a pair of regional heartbreakers the last couple years, a 3-2 loss to Mendota in 2013 and an extra inning affair to Winnebago in 2014. So much of post-season
Oregon’s Ally Bartling tags Stillman Valley’s Macy Weaver out at second during Tuesday night action in Davis Junction. Stillman won 13-0. Photo by Earleen Hinton
In the 39 years of the Oregon Art Carlson Hawk Classic, rarely has the meet been this closely contested. Long considered the top small-school gathering of track and field teams in northern Illinois, it was traditional power Winnebago defending its title by edging Sterling Newman 89 to 87.5 on May 1. Close behind was Rockford Christian with 81.5 and PoloForreston with 80.5. ErieProphetstown, expected to contend for the team title, was fifth with 70, followed by Oregon with 57 in the 19team event. “I love this meet,” Newman coach Andy Accardi said. “With the great competition, it’s the measuring stick of where we’re at.” Winnebago won the meet based upon its strengths in both the running and field events, but the real stars on the track at Landers-Loomis Field were Chris Ahlers and Regan Todhunter of Newman and a whole bunch of really fast kids on three loaded relays for Polo-Forreston. For Todhunter, the meet was doubly satisfying. Besides sweeping long-time rival Dylan Binion of E-P in both hurdles races, he was voted MVP of the meet. Calling it the best race he’s ever run, Todhunter cracked the 15-second barrier in the 110-meter highs for the first time, beating Binnion 14.98 to 15.77. “I’ve been going against him for three years, but try not to think about him or anyone else,” Todhunter said. “I got out and ran a clean race.” Ahlers had an even more formidable opponent to contend with in the 1,600 run in Nick Monkemeyer of Rockford Christian, who placed fourth in the 1A state cross-country meet. In one of the best races of the night, the pair dueled for the final 300 meters, with Ahlers pulling away for a 4:27 to 4:29 win. “He’s so talented,” Ahlers said. “He went by me at 300, but I thought I could keep up. I got ahead (at the curve) and kept looking behind, waiting for him to come.” Monkemeyer, well known for his kick in cross country, wasn’t able to muster a final charge and Ahlers personal best time held up. “Nick can’t run on the curve and beat someone of equal ability,” RC coach Randy Moore said. “We’ll learn from that. Still, for him to have a 9:40 (winning 3,200) and 4:29 double is
awesome.” Earlier, Ahlers joined Quincy Coomes, Bryson Reyes and Drew Rosengren in winning the 3,200 relay in 8:10, one of the best times in the 1A this year. That time is only six seconds off the school record and three seconds better than what they ran in medalling downstate in 2014. With Coomes, Reyes and Rosengren back from the unit and Ahlers replacing Micah Trancoso, a state title may be within reach. All had splits between 2:01 and 2:03. “I’m overjoyed with their race,” Comet distance coach Pat Warkins said. “After last year at state, I knew we’d be back up there. The key for us is to stay healthy,” In dominating fashion, it was Polo-Forreston winning the rest of the relays. In the 400 relay, it was Brooks Grobe, Brad Cavanaugh, Nathan Stukenberg and senior newcomer Aaron Shelton by a wide margin over second-place Newman, 43.95-44.62. So loaded in the sprint relays is P-F that Max Barkalow, a state relay medalist from 2012, sat that event out. Barkalow replaced Stukenberg in the 800 relay and the result was 20-meter win over the next closest team. Both sprint relays have yet to lose this season. “Max talked me into coming out,” said Shelton, who hasn’t run track since junior high. “It makes it easier to gel in the relays with such good athletes.” Lead-off runner Grobe took second in the 100 and 200 meters behind Austin Sikora of Rockford Lutheran. Sikora has yet to lose in the sprints outdoors this year, but barely nipped Grobe in the 100 meters, 11.32 to 11.34. “I lost it in the blocks,” Grobe said. “But, tonight felt good to finally have some competition in the relays and run in perfect conditions.” The real excitement for P-F, though, came in the 1,600 relay against highly regarded Rockford Christian. RC had a 20-meter lead on the third leg, with freshman Gavin Fuchs taking the baton for P-F. Fuchs stunned the Royals by making up the difference and giving anchor Stukenberg a narrow lead. With Stukenberg and Jack Smith of RC jockeying for position on the final 400 meters, it was Stukenberg putting away Smith with a mad sprint to the finish. “I kept on pushing,” Stukenberg said. “I wanted to show the bigger schools what Turn to B2
success depends on who gets hot at the right time and which way the ball bounces. Baseball can be a fickle game. On the softball side, Forreston-Polo and Oregon are both having winning seasons. F-P is 11-6 overall and 8-2 in the conference. “The girls are starting to play well as a team,” said athletic director Jim Kann, who doubles as head coach. “Hitting has come around and the next two weeks of conference play will be very competitive and ultimately determine out conference champ.” Oregon is 12-9 and 5-5 in the BNC. Stillman Valley has been untouched in conference play and looks to be crowned as champ. The Lady Hawks played SV as well as anyone in conference, only falling 6-2. “The biggest thing is coming back together and keeping the errors down,” Oregon coach Jay Holley said. “We’ve had good individual efforts throughout the season, but now we need a collective team effort. With the regionals coming up, now is the right time for that.” Even with a tough slate of games remaining, including Rock Falls and Stillman, Holley hopes to finish in the top 3-4 of the BNC west. The girls regional will have the exact same teams as the boys and will be held at Byron. As expected, Stillman Valley is a prohibitive favorite, with F-P, Oregon Oregon’s Skylar Short completes a long jump during and Byron closely matched. the Oregon/Art Carlson Hawk Classic track meet May 1. Photo by Randy Stukenberg
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Oregon’s Brayton Finch catches an infield fly ball in the fourth inning of their game in Byron on April 30. Oregon lost the game 9-0. Photo by Randy Stukenberg
Hawks beat Le-Win Josh Cook and Mason Smith led the Oregon High School baseball team to a 10-1 win over Lena-Winslow on Saturday in Lena on May 2. Cook had four hits and four RBIs, and Smith had three hits and four RBIs to lead the Hawks to the non-
conference win. Harry Baldwin and Cole Burke added three-hit games for Oregon, which saw Jensen Melville pick up the win in six innings of work. Melville struck out eight Panthers and allowed four hits.
From B1 we’re made of.” “Stuke has so much heart. He’s someone who runs a leg on the 3,200 relay and comes right back to run the 400 relay,” P-F coach Ryan Deets said. “And, Fuchs competitiveness will not let him lose a race. He’s hungry. With veterans Barkalow and Cavanaugh chipping in, P-F’s time of 3:28.67 was five seconds better that it’s previous best and stunned a RC team that has designs on a 2A state place in the 1,600 relay. “I’m impressed. I’ve never heard of Polo before,” RC’s anchor Smith said. “I think we let everyone in the state know who we are,” Deets said. “To sweep the sprint relays in a meet of this caliber and run the times we did puts us in a position to get some places downstate.” Cody Kluck of Pearl City beat ironman Stukenberg 51.14 to 51.25 for a first place in the 400 meters. Kevin Cheeseman was fifth for P-F. Freshman AJ Christensen added a pair of places in the hurdles. In a very competitive high jump, Cavanaugh was fourth at six feet, with ‘Bago sophomore Alex Bolhous going 6-6 to win. Preston
Stapleton had a fifth in the triple jump. Oregon had its best performance in the throws, with John Ghibellini and Kole Mowry going second and third in the both the shot and discus. Konner Wilson also had a good night with places in both hurdles and on the sprint relays. Sylar Short, Mitchell Nerhkorn, Andrew Newman and Carson Buck also ran on the 400 and 800 relays. In the 3,200 relay, the team of Adam Weller, Caleb Mennen, Ian Hussung and Newman placed fifth and thee 1,600 relay was also fifth. “I keep on seeing improvement in our times and I’m really pleased with Mowry and Ghibellini,” Oregon’s Kole Mowry throws the shot put 43’ 11” in the Oregon coach Jim Spratt finals during the Oregon/Art Carlson Hawk Classic track said. meet May 1. Photo by Randy Stukenberg
Lady Hawks post pair of wins The Lady Hawks softball team beat Rockford Lutheran and West Carroll in action last week. On April 30, Oregon scored all eight of their runs in the fifth and sixth innings to earn a 8-1 BNC West home win against Rockford Lutheran. Bre Bicksler had four RBIs
for Oregon, while Aleah Wight went 3-for-4 with a triple and two RBIs. Abby Baker allowed two hits and an earned run in seven innings, while striking out eight and walking one. Oregon beat West Carroll 10-0 in six innings on May 1. Bella Holley and Ally Bartling each hit home runs
for the Hawks in a home non-conference win. Holley hit a three-run homer and added a double, while Bartling hit a two-run shot. Emily Perkins earned the win after allowing two hits Oregon’s Konner Wilson, left, runs the 110m high hurdles during the Oregon/Art and striking out eight in six Carlson Hawk Classic track meet on May 1. Photo by Randy Stukenberg innings.
Junior high girls teams second at five-team meet The girls’ track teams from David L. Rahn Junior High traveled to Pecatonica on April 29, for a five-team contest. The participating teams included: Byron, DLR, Pecatonica, Pearl City and River Ridge. In the team race, both grade levels placed second. The eighth graders were second to Pecatonica by only one point, 57-58.
Byron won the seventh grade portion of the meet by five points over DLR, 64-69. Abigail Hopkins led the eighth graders with a first place in the 100M hurdles (17.27). She was also a member of the victorious 4x200M relay team with Katlyn Reber, Katelyn Byerley and MyKenzie Beitel (2:07) and the second place 4x400M relay of Beitel, Grace Mongan and
Byerley. The 4x100M relay (Cristina Tranchina, Katelin Pudlas, Jessica Brink, Brooke Harris) was third. Others placing for DLR were: Beitel, 200M (fourth) and shot (24’4”); Brink, 200M hurdles (fifth); Byerley, 1600M (second); Harris, long jump (fourth) and 400M (fifth); Jasmine Herbst, 1600M (fourth) and high jump (fifth); Grace
Mongan, 400M (fourth) and discus (fifth); Makenna Mongan, 800M (third); Olivia Mongan, 100M and 200M hurdles (fourth) and high jump (fifth); Pudlas, shot and discus (second) and 800M (fourth); Reber, discus (fourth) and 200M (fifth) and Tranchina, long jump and 100M (fifth). Olivia Lambrigtsen and Ashley McCormick led the seventh grade Eagles.
Lambrigtsen won the 200M dash (30.84) and the high jump (4’3”) and anchored the winning 4x200M (Lauren Montavon, Breanna DeHaan, Gabrielle Scott) and the 4x400M relay teams (Montavon, DeHaan, Cynthia Nyderek) in 2:10 and 5:00 respectively. McCormick won the shot with a throw of 26’2” and also won the 200M hurdles
her first time out in the event in 40.33. Also earning team points were: Breanna DeHaan, 1600M (third); Ryanne DeHaan, shot (third); Milene DuPre, high jump (fourth); Nyderek, 100M hurdles and 800M (second) and high jump (third); Scott, 200 hurdles (second) and discus (fourth) and Taylor Wilson, discus (third).
Lauer wins triple and long jumps From B1 led the meet midway through, gaining valuable points in the field events. But in the end, it was Byron pulling away for a decisive 139 to 88 point win over the Lady Hawks. Rochelle was next with 66, followed by Polo-Forreston with 48 and SV with 33. The star of the meet for Oregon was Sarah Lauer, who won the long jump (15-8.5) and triple jump (35-0). She also ran a leg on the winning 400 relay with Kelsey Pudlas, Hailey Long
and Sarah Harris. Pudlas tacked on a first in the pole vault (8-0). In the 800 relay, it was Long, Harris, Sommer Rhea and Delaney Mahoney coming out ahead with a 1:53 clocking. “We performed about where I expected,” Oregon coach Nick Schneiderman said. “We did pretty well.” Polo-Forreston got a first in the discus from Mackenzie Heinz, who edged Carly Stephens of Oregon, 99-5 to 96-9.
“That was a nice night for Mackenzie,” P-F coach Terry Jenkins said. Prior to the start of the 300 hurdles, the meet was delayed for 30 minutes after starter Harry Fletcher of Oregon collapsed and paramedics were called. Fletcher was taken for observation by the Rochelle ambulance. “It looked like he fell over and cut his face after hitting the track,” Rochelle athletic director Kevin Crandall said. Earlier in the meet,
Fletcher was presented with a plaque by Rochelle for his 40 years of service as an IHSA track and field official. “He’s such a good guy and good with the kids,” Crandall said. “To do this 40 years is remarkable. The plaque is a token of appreciation for what he has done specifically for the Ogle County meet and for the track and field community in general.” Frank Swingel of rural Oregon, the other meet official, was able to finish the meet on his own.
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If you needed a pancake and sausage breakfast and information about Ogle County’s natural resources, the Oregon Coliseum was the place to be on April 25. The Oregon Kiwanis Club held its annual pancake and sausage breakfast in the basement of the city-owned building while upstairs, the Oregon Park District offered its annual Natural Resource Fair. Informational booths at the fair provided information on a wide variety of topics while some vendors offered homemade treats and goods Mark Herman of the Byron Forest Preserve District talks to Leona and Mike Cowdeill, Oregon, about birdhouses at the natural resources fair. Photo by Earleen Hinton for sale.
Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric Morrow reports the following court activity. April 27 Daniel Wallgren, 33, Mt. Morris, pleaded guilty to theft. Ogle County Circuit Court Judge John B. Roe sentenced him to 12 months probation. He must submit to random drug testing, cooperate and complete psychological or substance abuse assessment. He must also pay a $500 fine, $300 probation fee, $50 to Crimestoppers, $50 to the Violent Crime Victim Assistance (VCVA) Fund, and restitution of $11,711.72. One count of suspended vehicle registration and one count of theft were dismissed per a plea agreement.
Alexander Schaefer, 23, Rochelle, pleaded guilty to criminal damage to government supported property. Ogle County Circuit Court Judge John B. Roe sentenced him to 24 months probation and 160 days imprisonment. He must submit to DNA testing and random drug testing, cooperate and complete psychological or At left, Girl Scouts Keltie Champley, Emma Eckerd, and Poper Albaugh, from Troop 757 were busy clearing tables substance abuse assessment. at the Oregon Kiwanis Club’s annual pancake and sausage breakfast. At right, Oregon Kiwanis Club member Dave He must pay a $600 Rogula pours pancakes onto a griddle. Photos by Earleen Hinton probation fee, $100 to
Crimestoppers, and $100 to the VCVA Fund. One count of possession of cannabis and one count of resisting a peace officer were dismissed per a plea agreement. Jennifer Oncken, 35, Rock Falls, possession of a controlled substance/ obstructing justice/driving while license revoked, possession of a hypodermic needle/possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of cannabis, jury status call June 22. John Grenoble, 41, Freeport, theft, status May 29. Timothy Vaughan, 31, Rochelle, theft, jury status call May 18. Tom Connolly, 44, Divernon, aggravated DUI, sentencing hearing May 12. Agustin Romero, 41, Davis Junction, aggravated criminal sexual abuse, pretrial conference May 11. Casey Brown, 23, Steward, possession of a controlled substance, jury status call May 18. Lakke Ertel, 20, Rochelle, possession of a controlled substance/criminal trespass to a vehicle, jury status call May 18. Oscar Gomes-Diaz, 22, Rochelle, unlawful failure to register as a sex offender (2 counts), jury status call May 18. Kendrick Spring, 25, Turn to B4
Sheriff Arrests Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle reports the following activity. April 28 At 7:57 p.m., deputies stopped a black Chevy S-10 at Ill. 64 and Mulford Road for failure to drive with lights when required. After a short investigation, Miguel Aguilar, 43, Rockford, was arrested for driving with a revoked driver’s license. Aguilar was transported to the Ogle County Jail and will appear in court at a later date. April 29 Christopher Lamb, 54, Springfield, was arrested for contempt of court. Lamb was scheduled to appear in court on April 30.
Randolph W. Jackson, 58, Gary, Indiana, was arrested at 11:13 p.m. for driving while license suspended after deputies conducted a traffic stop at Fourth and Washington Streets in Oregon. Jackson was transported to the Ogle County Correctional Jail and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date. April 30 Melissa Metzger, 39, Rochelle, was arrested on petition to frevoke. Metzger posted 10% of a $3,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court again on May 15.
Brandon Wallace, 24, Rockford, was arrested for failure to appear. Wallace was scheduled to appear in court on April 30.
May 1 Matthew B. Thomas, 19, Polo, was arrested by Illinois State Police and transported to the Ogle County Jail for failure to appear. Thomas’ full cash bond was set at $1,467 pending a May 1 court appearance.
Michael Shaw, 46, Stillman Valley, was arrested for failure to appear. Shaw was scheduled to appear in court on April 30.
At approximately 8:33 p.m., deputies responded to a two-vehicle accident near the intersection of N. River Road and Log Cabin Road.
It was determined that a vehicle driven by Jason Skinner, 37, Mt. Morris, was traveling southbound at which time it failed to yield and struck a vehicle attempting to turn. Skinner was subsequently arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. He was transported to the Ogle County Jail where he was held in lieu of bond. He was also issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. At 3:52 p.m., deputies along with the Polo Fire Department and ambulance responded to a one-vehicle roll over accident with injuries on Ill. 64 at Summer Hill Road. A Freightliner straight truck towing a small trailer was eastbound on Ill. 64 when the truck trailer combination left the south side of the road. The truck trailer combination lost control upon coming back onto the roadway. The truck trailer combination rolled over on
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its side coming to a stop on the north side of the roadway facing back to the west. The driver of the vehicle, Joseph W. Torney, 22, Chicago, was transported to KSB Hospital by the Polo Ambulance with minor injuries.The accident remains under investigation.
Rockford, was arrested at 10:12 a.m. for unlawful possession of cannabis, 2.5 to 10 grams following a traffic stop on I-39, near mile marker 107 northbound. Reichling was also cited for having only one red taillight and improper use of registration.
Raul Hernandez, 48, Rochelle, was arrested at 3:33 p.m. for driving while license suspended and cited for operation of a vehicle while registration suspended for non-insurance after deputies initiated a traffic stop in the area of Kyte and Westwood roads.
Gregory Welch, 65, Rochelle, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear. He posted $175 as a full cash bond and will have no further court appearances. Matthew Thomas, Polo, was arrested at Ogle County Jail on outstanding warrant
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petition to revoke. He was unable to post the $4,000 bond and was scheduled to appear in court on May 4. May 2 Two teenagers were injured May 2 following a one-vehicle accident in the 4,000 block of E. Whitaker Road. Jacob E. Sims, 17, Stillman Valley, was driving a black Hyundai Santa Fe westbound on Whitaker Road from German Church Road when he lost control of the vehicle and skidded across the roadway causing the vehicle to roll down the embankment into a field on Turn to B4
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May 1 Christina Pelayo, 37, Rochelle, resisting a police officer, failed to appear:
arrest warrant remains. Martin Zuniga, 37, Rockford, predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, status May 14. Heather Harms, 36, Rochelle, aggravated battery, preliminary hearing May 20.
Sheriff Activity Turn to B3 the south side of the road. Sims and his passenger, Joshua A. Smith, 16, Rockford, were transported to Rockford Memorial Hospital by Byron Ambulance for minor injuries. The accident remains under investigation. Personnel from the Byron Fire Department also assisted at the scene. Farrel R. Beavis, 31, Durand, was arrested on a warrant for having an expired registration. Beavis posted 10% of a $2,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on May 29. Lelland Rhea, 34, Rochelle, was arrested for failure to appear. Rhea’s full cash bond was set at
$2,143.23 pending a May 4 court appearance. At approximately 7:35 a.m., deputies and the Byron Fire Department responded to the 7000 Block of N. Ill. 2 in rural Byron for the report of a single-vehicle accident with injuries. Jason Stoll, 34, Byron, was driving a truck northbound on Ill. 2 approaching Byron. The truck drove across both lanes of traffic and into the ditch on the west side of the roadway. The truck struck several trees, received significant damage, and came to rest in the ditch facing northwest. Stoll sustained minor injuries as a result of the accident and was transported to Rockford Memorial Hospital by the Byron Fire Department. Sheriff’s
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Ogle County Planning and Zoning Administrator Mike Reibel reports the following zoning certificates in April. Permits are listed by the name of the applicant, section, township, authorized activity, and estimated completion costs for dwellings and commercial. Don Rogers, Section 11, Taylor Township, cattle shed. Thomas and Julie Johnston, Section 16, Pine Rock Township, storage building. James Schabacker, Section 8, Flagg Township, shop, detached garage, two agricultural buildings, replaces buildings destroyed by tornado. Swanson Farms, Section 6, Byron Township, cattle shed.
John Krueger, Section 3, Pine Rock Township, cattle shed. Elizabeth Kuhn, Section 17, Lynnville Township, machine building, replaces building destroyed by tornado. Robert Dauphin, Section 2, Marion Township, detached garage. Dale Hartle, Section 29, Pine Creek Township, enclose existing deck. Ronald and Christine Lewis, Section 9, Mt. Morris Township, single-family dwelling, $430,000. Jude Schmidt, Section 10, Rockvale Township, singlefamily dwelling, $120,000. Carl M. Mook, Section 20, Byron Township, storage building. Marvin and Monica Baier, Section 35, Byron Township,
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storage building. Kevin Thurman, Section 14, Scott Township, storage building. Rob’s Remodeling, LLC, Steve and Lori Cromie, Section 20, Oregon-Nashua Township, remove portion of dwelling and construct dwelling addition. Hogenson Construction, Luke and Melissa Hebert, Section 8, Taylor Township, dwelling addition. Hogenson Construction, Ed Dutton, Section 33, Pine Creek Township, detached garage. Jonathan Jones, Section 23, Dement Township, storage building. Jamie Lowry, Rich Seldal, Section 13, Grand Detour Township, remove deck. Harry Flanagan, Section 5, Pine Rock Township, storage building. Jason Page, Section 32, Mt. Morris Township, storage building. Gerald Zdeb, Section 25, Leaf River Township, storage building. Warren Dutton, Section 34, Rockvale Township, remove storage building and construct storage building. Bowman Family Farm, LLC, Section 31, Lincoln Township, remove chicken house. Mary Montana, Section 31, Rockvale Township, remove dwelling. Scott Randels, Section 30, Byron Township, above ground pool. Laumer Builders, Janet and Lachlan Perks, Section 3, Byron Township, two dwelling additions. Brian VanVickle, Section 8, Flagg Township, singlefamily dwelling, replaces dwelling destroyed by tornado, $240,000. Shawn and Joanne Reynolds, Section 4, Marion Township, above ground pool. A.M. Kerns Construction, Mike Valentine, Section 8, Flagg Township, singlefamily dwelling, replaces dwelling destroyed by tornado, $200,000. Turn to B5
County Record Zoning Certificates From B4 Jared and Jodi Dickey, Section 8, Flagg Township, single-family dwelling, replaces dwelling destroyed by tornado, $180,000. Dave Schabacker, Section 24, White Rock Township,
detached garage, replaces building destroyed by tornado. Jeff Schene, Section 18, Flagg Township, detached garage, replaces building destroyed by tornado. Dr. Eric Malaker, Section 18, Flagg Township, storage building, replaces building destroyed by tornado. Clay Fraley, Section 26, White Rock Township,
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storage building, replaces building destroyed by tornado. Michael Price, Section 8, Flagg Township, singlefamily dwelling, replaces dwelling destroyed by tornado, $240,000. Christopher Seiler, Section 23, Marion Township, detached garage. Brenda Culle, Brad and Tina Joesten, Section 19,
Marion Township, below grade storm shelter. Oregon Church of God, Section 4, Oregon-Nashua Township, church addition. Bonte Construction, Brandon and Nichole Marquardt, Section 28, Pine Creek Township, dwelling addition and attached garage. John Deuth, Section 28, Lincoln Township, dwelling addition and attached garage.
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Jennings Construction, Brad and Laura Gray, Section 4, Monroe Township, singlefamily dwelling, $350,000. Verlo DeWall, Section 12, Forreston Township, remove lean-to addition to barn. Mary Lee, Section 4, Oregon-Nashua Township, remove and replace deck. Mark Ridgway, Section 9, Taylor Township, deck. Mathew Sarver, Section
20, Flagg Township, above ground pool and deck. William and Joan Schmidt, Section 26, Oregon-Nashua Township, above ground pool and deck. Robert Knowski, Section 17, Flagg Township, above ground pool.
J. Davison, property in Oregon-Nashua Township, no address given. April 30 First Choice Rentals, LLC and Anthony Berg, quit claim deed to Anthony R. Berg, 8689 N. River Dr., Byron, Byron Township. David B. Watson, quit claim deed to David B. Watson, property Flagg Township, no address given. David B. Watson, quit claim deed to David B. Watson, property in Taylor
Township, no address given.
Robert Womack, 25, of Sequatchie, Tenn., was issued citations for driving while license is suspended and failure to wear a seat belt. Kimberly Mlejnek, 43, Oregon, was issued a citation for speeding—52 mph in a 35 mph zone. Jeffrey Orben, 36, Stillman Valley, was issued a citation for illegal transportation of alcohol.
Oregon, was issued a citation for disobeying a traffic sign.
Jim Vogeler, Section 18, Flagg Township, storage building.
Property Transfers Property transfers are listed according to the date they were filed in the county recorder’s office. The name of the grantor transferring the property is listed first, followed by the type of transaction, the name of the grantee, the address and township of the property, and the price of the transfer. April 28 Paula Kohlert, quit claim deed to James Kohlert,
property in Taylor Township, no address given. Dennis M. Haub and Mary E. Haub, warranty deed to Brandon Vaughn, 6789 S. Joanne Ave., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $148,000. P.H. of Rochelle, Ill., Inc., warranty deed to Keith A. Scott and Monica Scott, 1310 N. Seventh St., Rochelle, Flagg Township, $115,000. Basia Bardzinska, Barbara Abdallah, and Jesse Geiken, warranty deed to Bartlomiej Bardzinski, and Dorota
Bardzinska, 107 N. Wesley. Mt. Morris, Mt. Morris Township, $110,000. April 29 Tammy L. Watson, quit claim deed to David B. Watson, property in Flagg Township, no address given. Tammy L. Watson, quit claim deed to David B. Watson, two parcels in Taylor Township, no addresses given. Jeanette M. Adams, warranty deed to Trevor J.
Schultz, 170 Harvest Glenn Dr., Davis Junction, Scott Township, $115,900. Shane A. Kraft, warranty deed to Barbara A. Murdoch, 8802 W. Haldane Rd., Polo, Mt. Morris Township. Jonathan L. Eppes and Traci Eppes, warranty deed to William W. Simpson and Kayla L. Simpson, 6937 N. Summitt Dr., Byron, Marion Township, $181,000. Vera M. Davison, quit claim deed to Vera M. Davison and Willis
Bank of NY Mellon Trustee and CWABS, Inc., asset backed certificates series 200612, warranty deed to Cameron Awe, 321 Winter Rose Circle, Davis Junction, Scott Township, $102,100. Timothy R. Champley, warranty deed to Stephen J. Gecan and Marilyn L. Gecan, 403 S. Seventh St., Oregon, Oregon-Nashua Township, $85,000.
Byron Police Activity Byron Police Chief Todd Murray released the following information. April 14 Jason Parker, 38, Rockford, was arrested for driving while license suspended and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. Parker was released and must appear in court on May 18. William Paris, 51, Rockford, was issued a citation for expired registration. April 15 Cris Snyder, 40, Rockford, was arrested for driving while license revoked and no proof of insurance. Snyder was transported to the Ogle
County Jail and held in lieu of bond. April 16 Nicole Lind, 44, Byron, was issued a citation for speeding—60 mph in a 45 mph sone. April 17 Linda Falk, 54, Byron, was issued a citation for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident. Nicholas Farmer, 18, Byron, was arrested for unlawful possession of alcohol by a minor. Farmer was released and must appear in court on May 18. April 18 Jason Lane, 42, Byron,
was arrested for domestic battery and criminal damage to property. Lane was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held without bond. April 19 Wesley Carter, 27, Byron, was arrested for disorderly conduct. Carter was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. Angel Lopez, 19, Rockford, for unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. Lopez was released and must appear in court on May 18. April 21 Jordan Johnson, 23, Byron, was issued a citation
for speeding—58 mph in a 45 mph zone. April 23 Samuel Rhea, 36, Byron, was issued a citation for driving while license is suspended, no proof of insurance, and operation of motor vehicle when registration is suspended for non-insurance. April 24 Amanda Fuller, 28, Byron, was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Fuller was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. She was also issued a citation for disobeying a traffic control device. April 25
April 26 Ivan Campos, 21, of Chicago, was issued citations for speeding—63 mph in a 35 mph zone and operation of motor vehicle when registration is suspended for non-insurance. Michael Sarver, 30,
April 27 Ross Bender, 23, Sterling, was arrested on a Boone County warrant. Bender was transported to the Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond. April 28 Richard Pendergrass, II, 41, Oregon, was issued a citation for no proof of insurance and speeding—43 mph in a 30 mph zone. Any arrests listed are merely accusations and the defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Fines The following individuals paid fines in the Ogle County Circuit Court. The name, age, and address of the individual is listed along with the offense, the date the fine was paid, the date the offense occurred in parenthesis, and the amount of the fine. Daniel C. Wallgren, 33, Mt. Morris, operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration, April 27, 2015 (Sept. 18, 2013), dismissed per state motion. Richard A. Fielder, 58, Mt. Morris, no valid registration, April 29, 2015 (Feb. 16, 2015), dismissed per state motion. Irene R. Kato, 60,
Davis Junction, expired registration, April 29, 2015 (March 3, 2015), $120. Tasha R. Holcomb, 22, Monroe Ceneter, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, mufflers, April 29, 2015 (Feb. 22, 2015), both charges dismissed per state motion. Justin W. Butler, 28, Forreston, driving 21-25 mph over the speed limit, April 29, 2015 (March 11, 2015), $195. Marcy K. Hutmacher, 43, Leaf River, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, April 27, 2015 (March 14, 2015), $120. Riley P. Shine, 17, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, $160; not driving on right side of road, $60; April 27, 2015 (March 14.
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expired registration, April 27, 2015 (March 20, 2015), both charges dismissed per state motion. Duane L. Goner, Jr., 16, Byron, driving 11-14 mph over the speed limit, April 27, 2015 (March 25, 2015), $175. David E. Sweat, 37, Stillman Valley, driving 1520 mph over the speed limit, April 27, 2015 (March 26, 2015), $160. Lisa C. Young, 46, Stillman Valley, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, April 29, 2015 (March 28, 2015), $296. Steven D. Becktel, 57, Mt. Morris, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, dismissed per state motion, driving 15-20 mph over the
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Jean R. Sterenberg, 36, Polo, failure to reduce speed, April 29, 2015 (April 13, 2015), $160. Stanton D. Lewis, 20, Byron, disregarding official traffic control device, April 27, 2015 (April 9, 2015), $120. Ethan T. Johnson, 17, Byron, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, April 27, 2015 (April 11, 2015), $160. Connie M. Lane, 47, Davis Junction, driving 15-20 mph over the speed limit, April 29, 2015 (April 18, 2015), $160. Donald J. Drake, 20, Stillman Valley, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, May 1, 2015 (April 27, 2015), dismissed per state motion.
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participate in the annual event. These organizations include businesses, financial institutions, schools, libraries, non-profits, government agencies and the media. These groups come together once a year to stress the importance of financial literacy, inform consumers about where they can get help
and provide free educational seminars and activities throughout the week. Stillman Bank has been a participant since the effort began in the Rockford area in 2008. Nearly 50 people attended the identity theft presentation at Rock River Center. This informative program offered a number of tips and
provided information on protecting from becoming a victim of identity theft, fraud and scams. For more information about Stillman Bank’s products and services, please visit www.stillmanbank. com. To learn more about Money Smart Week, visit www.moneysmartweek.org.
The latter included public relations, community use of school and facilities, libraries and audio visual services, and the bilingual program. An Honorary Life and Fourth Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus, Robert was grand knight of Cardinal Council 1691, Cicero, from 1979 to 1981. He was a charter member (2001) of St. Wendelin Council 12841, Shannon. He served as financial secretary of St. Wendelin Council from 2003 to 2007. Robert and his wife Lorraine were active in Kiwanis for several years; he was a past Lt. Governor of both Division 5 and 13. Lorraine served as a Lt. Governor of Division 13. Robert was a member of the American Legion and past member of the Lions Club of Forreston. He was a dear friend to many and will be greatly missed. He was a loving husband to Lorraine Aileen (Lawson) since June 12, 1954; a loving and proud father of Robert Jude II (Linda) Tudor, John Edwin (Dennis Artman) Tudor, Catherine
Aileen (Thomas) O’Keefe, Edward Arthur (Mary) Tudor, and James Charles (Rebecca) Tudor; a devoted grandfather to Jason Bryce (deceased) and Michelle Marie (deceased) Tudor, Jackson Francis and Carter William Rowland, Kaitlyn Aileen and Thomas James O’Keefe, Victoria Elizabeth, Christina Alaine, and Emily Jean Tudor. He was preceded in death by his parents, John James and Irene Josephine (Schwartz) Tudor; his siblings, Rita Jean (George) Dilloo and John Edward (Denise) Tudor; and his grandchildren, Jason Bryce and Michelle Marie Tudor. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 15 at 11 a.m. at St. Wendelin’s Catholic Church, Shannon. Interment will take place at St. Wendelin’s Cemetery following the service. Arrangements were completed by Hermann Funeral Home, Stockton.
Obituaries Nolan Deets Jr. Nolan “Russ” Deets, Jr., 80, Sterling, died on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at Rockford Memorial Hospital. Russ was a technician at Allen’s TV for many years, and part-time fireman at Sterling-Rock Falls Fire Department for more than 46 years. Russ was born June 12, 1934 in Dixon the son of Nolan Russell and Jesse Louise (Sivits) Deets. He served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1959. He married Jean K. Parks on June 19, 1960. He was a member of East
Jordan United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Jean, Sterling; one daughter, Lorena (Daniel) Conway, rural Polo; one son, Corwin Deets, Sterling; two sisters,
Lea A. Spengler Lea Ann Spengler, 47, Freeport, died Sunday, May 3, 2015 at Kindred Hospital, Sycamore. Lea was born in Benton Harbor, Mich., on Oct. 31, 1967, the daughter of Nicky Gaston. Surviving are her father, Melvin (Penny Swift) Schaar, Forreston; son, Greg Spengler, Bloomington; daughter, Brenna Gaston, Freeport; two brothers, James (Andrea) Gaston, Texas, and
Arlene (Frank) Holmes, Sterling and Susan (Neil) Hains, Sierra Vista, Ariz.; two brothers, Myron (Linda) Deets and Alan (Dianne) Deets, both of Sterling; two grandchildren Jessica and Joshua Conway. Funeral services were held on May 4 at East Jordan United Methodist Church with burial at the church cemetery. Arrangements were completed by Schilling Funeral Home, Sterling. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established. Condolences may be sent to schillingfuneralhome. com. friends, Karen Evans, Betty Stratton and all of Betty’s family; four nieces, and one great-nephew. Lea was preceded in death by her mother and grandparents. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, May 7 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Burke Tubbs Funeral Home, 203 S. Third Ave., Forreston.
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Robert J. M. Tudor Robert Jude Michael Tudor, 83, Forreston, died peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015. He was born at St. Anthony’s Hospital, Chicago, on Nov. 14, 1931. Raised in Cicero, he attended and graduated (1946) from St. Attracta’s Parish Elementary school and attended and graduated (1950) from St. Ignatius College Prep High School, Chicago. He received his bachelor of science in education from Northern Illinois State Teachers College, DeKalb, in August of 1954 and his master’s in education from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb in August of 1957. He served in the Army of the United States from 1955 to 1957. Robert joined the staff at Morton High School and Junior College, Cicero, in 1957. He retired from J. Sterling Morton High School in 1991. During his years at Morton, he served as an English teacher and as Director of Community and Media Services.
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PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on April 21, 2015, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: James Bauer Built Construction & Handyman 108 Nancy St. Mt. Morris, IL 61054 Dated: April 21, 2015 Rebecca Huntley Ogle County Clerk April 30, May 7, 14, 2015 PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on April 22, 2015, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Muffin & Breads Handbags 901 S. Division Ave., Polo, IL 61064 Dated: April 22, 2015 Rebecca Huntley Ogle County Clerk April 30, May 7, 14, 2015 PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on April 24, 2015, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting business the known as: Track Planning Associates P.O. Box 451 Oregon, IL 61061 Dated: April 24, 2015 Rebecca Huntley Ogle County Clerk May 7, 14, 21, 2015 PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on April 30, 2015, a certificate was filed in the Ogle County Clerk's Office setting forth the names and post office address of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting business the known as: Cardinal Graphics & Design 603 N. Walnut Ave. Forreston, IL 61030 Dated: April 30, 2015 Rebecca Huntley May 7, 14, 21, 2015
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PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that on May 11th, 2015 the Village of Mt. Morris Planning Commission will hold, at its regular meeting, a public hearing to consider the request from Sullivan Foods, Fund 601, LLC to consider a variance request for property owned by it which is commonly described as 101 W Rt. 64 (PIN: 08-26326-001) in the Village of Mt. Morris, Ogle County, Illinois. The property is currently zoned C-2 Highway Business District. Additional information is available in the Village Clerks Office, 105 W Lincoln St., Mt. Morris, IL. The public hearing will held on May 11, 2015 at 6:15 PM in the Village of Mt. Morris, Village Hall meeting room at 105 W Lincoln St., Mt. Morris, IL 61054. Paula Diehl - Village Clerk Village of Mt. Morris
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, COUNTY OF OGLE, STATE OF ILLINOIS: Rockford Bell Credit Union, Plaintiff, vs. Lorrie A. Adams; Tenants and Parties in Possession, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants, in case no.: 15 CH 43 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION IS GIVEN TO YOU: Lorrie A. Adams; Tenants and Parties in Possession, Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants, That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of certain Mortgages conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: Lot Nine (9) as designated upon the Plat of Lakeview Subdivision No. 2, of part of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 28 and Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 29, all in Township 25 North, Range 11 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Plat File A, page 14 as Document No. 444116 in Ogle County, Illinois; situated in the Township of Byron, the County of Ogle and State of Illinois, Commonly known as 4951 E. Ashelford Drive, Byron, Illinois, PIN 05-28-353-001, and which said Mortgages were made by Lorrie A. Adams, as mortgagor, to Rockford Bell Credit Union, as mortgagee, 7, 2014 in the and recorded April Recorder's Office of Ogle County, Illinois, as Document No. 201401712; and February 8, 2012 in the Recorder's Office of Ogle County, Illinois, as Document No. 201201200994; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 South Fifth Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061 on or before May 25, 2015, DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED A AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. ELISA J. WHITMAN, REILLY LAW OFFICES, Attorney for Plaintiff, 6801 Spring Creek Rd. Suite 2D, Rockford, IL 61114 (815) 316-8540. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that this law firm is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. April 23, 30, May 7, 2015
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The Property is located at: 105 W. Depot St., Creston
Permanent Index Number: 11-22-428003 Said Property was sold on 11/8/2012 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2011.
Permanent Index Number: 25-23-280014 Said Property was sold on 11/8/2012 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2011.
The period of redemption will expire on 9/7/2015. On 10/19/15 at 03:00 pm the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issuance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner May 7, 14, 21, 2015 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: LARRY E. SCHIER Deceased NO. 2015-P-25 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Larry E. Schier. Letters of office were issued on April 14, 2015, to Cindy Rowland, 207 S. Colfax Street, Byron, IL 61061, and Eric Schier, 303 E. Center Street, Mt. Morris, IL 61054, as Co-Executors, whose attorney is Kim D. Krahenbuhl, Williams McCarthy LLP, 607 Washington Street, P.O. Box 339, Oregon, Illinois 61061. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Lee County Courthouse, Dixon, Illinois 61021, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 23rd day of April, 2015. CINDY ROWLAND and ERIC SCHIER Independent Co-Executors For the Estate of LARRY E. SCHIER Deceased Kim D. Krahenbuhl WILLIAMS MCCARTHY LLP P.O. Box Box 339 Oregon, IL 61061 815-732-2101 Fax 815-732-2289 April 30, May 7, 14, 2015 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY BLACKHAWK AREA CREDIT UNION Plaintiff, v. JOSHUA W. DENNING, ERIN L. DENNING UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. No. 2014 CH 139 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION STATE OF ILLINOIS ) COUNTY OF OGLE ) TO: JOSHUA W. DENNING, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS
Notice is given of the death of M. LAVONNE FREY . Letters of Office were issued on April 23, 2015, to PHILLIP E. FREY as Independent Executor, whose attorney is M. Thomas Suits, of the Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C., 114 West Mason Street, Polo, Illinois 61064.
Lot 1 in Block 4 in the Original Town, now City of Polo, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Book A of Miscellaneous on Page 128 in the Recorder's Office of Ogle County, Illinois; situated in the Township of Buffalo, County of Ogle and State of Illinois.
Claims against the estate may be filed at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.
P.I.N. # 14-16-255-001 Common address: 202 South Jackson Street, Polo, Illinois 61064 Date and place of recording: March 16, 2012; Ogle County Recorder's Office, Oregon, IL Identification of recording: Document No. 201201201985
Within six months after the effective date of the original Order Admitting Will to Probate, a petition may be filed with the Court to consent the validity of the Will as provided under Section 5/8-1 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/8-1). Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Ogle County Judicial Center, 106 South 5th Street, Suite #300, Oregon, IL 61061 – or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. By: PHILLIP E. FREY Independent Executor Law Offices of M. THOMAS SUITS, P.C. 114 West West Mason Street Polo, IL 61064 815-946-2276 May 7, 14, 21, 2015
CERTIFICATE NO. 2011-00300 TO: Brian Young Village of Creston Spouse of Brian Young Occupant NIU Employees Federal Credit Union
In re the Estate of: M. LAVONNE FREY, Deceased. NO. 2015-P-27 CLAIM NOTICE
Within 42 days after the effective date of the original Order Admitting Will to Probate, a petition may be filed with the Court to require proof of the validity of the Will by testimony of witnesses to the Will in open Court, or other evidence, as provided in Section 5/6-21 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/6-21).
NOTICE
TO: Richard V. Masso Brandon Masso Melissa L. Masso Occupant U. S. Bank, NA
The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is given you, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, the defendants in the aboveentitled action, that the action was commenced in the Circuit Court of Ogle County on December 19, 2014, by the plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of mortgage and for other relief conveying the premises described as follows:
STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE
TAKE
Summons was duly issued out of the court against you as provided by law and the action is now pending. Now, therefore, unless you one of the above-named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the action or otherwise make your appearance in the action, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Ogle County, 4th and Washington Streets, Oregon, Illinois, on or before June 8, 2015, default may be entered against you at any time after that date and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of the complaint. Dated: April 30. 2015 Clerk of the Circuit Court Kipp E. Meyers Meyers & Shaulis, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff PO Box 114 Lanark, IL 61046 (815) 493-2334 May 7, 14, 21, 2015
The period of redemption will expire on 9/7/2015. On 10/19/15 at 03:00 pm the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issuance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner May 7, 14, 21, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS Estate of : SHIRLEY J. TURNER, Deceased No. 15 P 26 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of SHIRLEY J. TURNER. Letters of Office were issued to GARY L. TURNER, 100 Cabin Branch Circle, Hendersonville, TN 37075, as Independent Representative, whose attorneys are WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C., 202 E. 5th Street, Sterling, Illinois 61081. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Ogle County Courthouse, 106 S. 5th Street, Oregon, Illinois 61061, or with the Representative, or both, on or before November 6, 2015, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the attorney within the (10) days after it has been filed. Dated this 30th day of April, 2015 Gary L. Turner,] Independent Representative Kyle G. Carlock WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C. Attorneys for Estate 202 E. 5th Street | P.O. Box 400 Sterling, IL 61081 P: 815.625.8200 carlock@wmpj.com TAKE
NOTICE
CERTIFICATE NO. 2011-00286 TO: Helaleh Abdallah Ghada Abdallah Spouse of Helaleh Abdallah Occupant Hiba Abdallah Usama Abdallah Fawaz Abdallah Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of OGLE County, Ill. as Case No. 15 TX 10 The Property is located at: 343 Irene Ave., Rochelle Permanent Index Number: 24-25-330019 Said Property was sold on 11/8/2012 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2011. The period of redemption will expire on 9/7/2015. On 10/19/15 at 03:00 pm the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issuance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner May 7, 14, 21, 2015 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF OGLE IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF CASE NO. 2015MR27 Jayden Lorn Vacura Minor's Current Name Katresha L. Duschen Name of Parent Guardian filing on behalf of the Minor NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE Notice is hereby given, that on June 25, 2015 at 9 a.m., I will present a Petition requesting that the Court change his/her present name of Jayden Vacura, a minor to the name of Jayden Duschen. The hearing will take place at Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State St. in Rockford Illinois. Jayden Vacura, a minor, by, Katresha L. Duschen. Date 4/20/2015 ILLINOIS LAW REQUIRES THAT NOTICE OF THIS PETITION MUST BE GIVEN TO ANY PARENT WHOSE PARENTAL RIGHTS HAVE NOT BEEN TERMINATED OR TO ANY PERSON WHO HAS PHYSICAL CUSTODY OF THE MINOR NAMED IN THE PETITION. Kimberly A. Stall Clerk of the Circuit Court 15th Judicial Circuit, Ogle County, Illinois By Diane Sanders Deputy Clerk April 10, May 7 & 14 2015
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Village Wide Grand Detour Garage Sales Sales Open, Friday, May 8th Many Additional Sales Open Saturday, May 9th 7:30 a.m. Many multi-family sales. Something for everyone. 4-H Bake Sale on Delaware Street Maps Available
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King size adjustable bed by Leggett & Platt, 2 remotes (1 wireless). As is. Smoke free home. $1800. 815-590-0383.
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Wanted Rehab Aide Full-Time Apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Ave, Dixon, IL EOE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
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Experienced CNA's for 11pm – 7am Experienced LPN Please apply in person at: Avonlea of Sterling 2201 East LeFevre Rd.
Apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Ave, Dixon, IL EOE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
EMPLOYMENT NEW TODAY Ogle County Health Department Communicable Disease Coordinator, 24 hour/week. Interest investigating communicable diseases, providing education outreach, and interaction with clients. We are seeking a highly motivated, flexible RN with excellent organization, computer, and communication skills. Resumes to: dcicogna@ oglecounty.org
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The rapidly growing Help At Home, Inc. Dixon office is seeking a Staffing Supervisor to oversee elderly services in the surrounding areas. The candidate must be organized, motivated, good communicator and prior IDOA experience.
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E. D. ETNYRE & CO.
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FULL-TIME, PERMANENT HELP WANTED in the Ogle County USDA Farm Service Agency Office, 1 position available. Salary range $13.68-24.65 per hour; 40 hours per week, plus benefits. Application packages are only accepted through www.USAJobs.gov between May 4 and May 18, 2015. A copy of the vacancy announcement will be available at the FSA Office, 213 W. Pines Rd, Suite 1W, Oregon, IL 61061-9093. Contact: Philip Newendyke 815-732-6127 Ext 2. Responsibilities include: carrying out general office activities, assisting farmers and landowners with information, and technical functions pertaining to FSA administered programs. Applicants should be motivated and possess excellent human relations skills as well as strong clerical and computer skills. A general knowledge of agricultural practices is also advantageous. We recognize and appreciate the benefits of diversity in the workplace. People who share this belief and reflect a diverse background are encouraged to apply. FSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
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FOOD PROCESSING, FARM, LOADER /BAGGER positions - Farm (cleaning chicken houses, weighing birds, and monitoring operations. Processing candidates pack eggs, sanitize work area. Loader/Bagger (experience with skid loaders and tractors). OTR/LOCAL RTE DRIVER WANTED Home weekly, occasional weekend work required. Home most nights with layover 1-2 nights a week. Class A CDL required, with 2 years minimum verifiable experience. Competitive mileage, per stop pay, and benefits. Please Apply in person at Pearl Valley Farms, 968 S. Kent Rd, Pearl City, IL, 815-4432170 ext. 109.
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Pool Manager and Assistant Pool Manager positions open at Polo Municipal Pool for summer of 2015. Please inquire and apply through City Hall at 815-946-3514. Applications due at City Hall by 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 13. The manager's position shall enforce all rules and regulations, manage and oversee lifeguards, provide weekly, monthly and end of season reports as required by the Polo Park Board and assign staff daily responsibilities of cleaning and maintaining a healthful facility. Among those desired qualifications for manager are: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Recreation Administration or equivalent years of experience, Lifeguard certification and current certification in First Aid/CPR, and a minimum of 2 years experience as a lifeguard or recreation manager. The assistant manager shall have similar qualifications as the managerial position and shall be at least 21 years of age and have a minimum of 1 year experience in a or managerial supervisory position.
Silgan Holdings Inc. Needed: Secretary/Administrative Assistant to be answering phones, filing, scheduling, incoming/outgoing mail, etc. Call Joceline at: 815-962-3139 or e-mail: jossykirbyelly@ yahoo.com
NEW TODAY Sterling Rock Falls Childcare accepting applications, varied hours, times and days. Apply within 1840 W. LeFevre Rd. Sterling IL. United Way Agency
The City of Oregon is accepting applications for a trainee full-time position for the and Water Wastewater department. Applicants will be expected to learn the and Water Wastewater fields and take tests to become certified in those fields. Applicants will be subject to a thorough background check, a pre-employment physical, and drug screening. Applicacan be tions picked up at City Hall, 115 North 3rd Street, Oregon, IL. Monday 61061. thru Friday 8:305:00 P.M.
Reliable personal assistant needed for 50-ish year old woman in Oregon. Monday through Friday with possibility of more hours to come. Need valid driver's license, and be able to pass a background check. Starting pay $13 per hour. Call 815732-7740.
CHILD CARE
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NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is lispecifically censed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes. The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))
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PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 NEW TODAY Walker Coon Hound- 6yr. old male, has papers. $200. Call 815973-6178
WANT TO BUY 795 I Pay Cash 4 Gold, Silver, Coins & Antiques 24/7 815-564-9061
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NEW TODAY 1987 Ford Mustang GT convertible, runs & drives good. $3,500 815631-1534
AUTOMOBILES
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1999 Pontiac Grand AM $1,000 obo 815-284-4179 2007 Saturn Ion 4dr. Sedan. 5Spd. Manual, A/C, well maintained. Great gas mi. $5,000 815-632-0780 2011 Camero 2LT convertible, black, mint cond., only 2300 mi., $25,000 815-535-1958 2012 Chevy Impala LTZ, silver, leather, 24,000 mi. $14,000 815-3792089 or 815-3256069 2012 Honda Accord 4DR, EXL, V6, loaded & mint condition $18,500 815-946-3572 Credit Problems? Bad Credit? No Credit? We might be able to help! If you're looking to buy a vehicle we have many financing options available through qualified lenders. Call Brett Simpson today at 815-2855313. Ken Nelson Auto Plaza. creditautosales dixon.com Always over 100+ vehicles to choose from.
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NEW TODAY 2002 Chevy S10 Pick Up, 4WD. Inquire at 563-3575581.
4X4S
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LIVESTOCK / SUPPLIES
FARM EQUIPMENT
912
2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 152,000 miles, $3500 obo 815-440-2202
MOTORCYCLES
935
BOATS/MOTORS
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Trailer permanently set up at Lake LaDonna w/ lg. deck $2500 815440-5200
TRAILERS/RVS
2006 Honda Goldwing 1800, dark cherry, with helmets & 2012 Country trailer. 16,200 mi., trailer has less than 1,000 mi. $26,000. Interested parties only call 815-718-5337.
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