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Tentative agreement Sheri�, chairman come to terms on hiring 10 o�cers Board still has to sign off on deal, and some are questioning if it’s enough to appease Caruana BY JIM HAGERTY CONTRIBUTOR

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ROCKFORD — An agreement between Winnebago County Sheri� Gary Caruana and County Board Chairman Frank Haney to hire 10 corrections officers at the Winnebago County Jail is expected to be in front of the Finance and Public Safety committees next week. Reached Monday, the tentative agreement gives Caruana the green light on spending $350,000 to rehire the o�cers he lost last October when 64 department-wide positions were eliminated because of budget cuts. Continued on Page 2 >>>

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Tentative agreement <<< From Cover If county board committees approve the budget amendment, it will go before the full board a week later. The allotment would be enough to fund the hires through Sept. 30. The agreement comes as the number of inmates to sue the sheriff over excessive lockdowns at the jail swelled to 64 as of Monday morning. The Illinois Department of Corrections issued a report stating the jail’s lockdown times are not in step with state standards and recommended the jail hire more staff. “Starting last week, the sheriff and I spent a number of hours talking about a wide range of issues,” said Haney. “There are short-term and long-term concerns to evaluate, and the talks around those were productive.” In the interim, Jail Superintendent Bob Redmond said he has been able to cut lockdown time by about 60 percent by having guards work overtime, something he said is not a viable long-term plan. It’s costly and taxing on the officers. “It’s gotten so when the officers are not volunteering we have had to mandate overtime,” Redmond said. “And we don’t like to do that.”

Differing views

Some officers would still put in extra hours after the rehires because the sheriff says the jail is still understaffed by about 22 percent, the figure the IDOC report showed. The report showed that since 2007, the jail’s average daily population has increased by 20 percent while the number of guards has decreased. Haney and Caruana have locked horns over those figures. Haney says IDOC should have used 2012, when there were more than 1,000 inmates per day, as a baseline. Since 2012, the guard-to-inmate ratio has not changed enough to warrant excessive lockdowns or the claim that the jail is understaffed, Haney said. In 2012, there were 174 corrections officers. Today, with about 800 inmates per day, there are roughly 150 officers. Caruana was expected to cut $4.3 million from his budget but later stated he was not going to exceed the estimated $2.5 million he made in the first round of layoffs in October. The money to rehire the 10 corrections officers is expected to come from the county’s reserve funds. Details of what the long-term plan will look like have not been announced. One solution is to spread budget cuts over a number of years to help mitigate their impact. What could stand in the way of that option are limited reserve funds that could require the county to incur debt. “This is not a perfect plan. It doesn’t solve all of the county’s problems,” Haney

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Escalating costs

Since 2012, the sheriff has seen an increase in county funding of more than $5.5 million. But county officials say a large percentage of that increase has been tied up in compensation and benefits increases, not additional staffing. Four union contracts are currently hanging over the county’s finances, two of which directly impact on the public safety budget. The Fraternal Order of Police, which covers the county’s deputies, saw a $1.1 million funding increase for the next three years in their recent contract negotiations. And ongoing discussions with AFSCME, the state’s largest public sector union which represents corrections officers at the county jail, will also impact on the current year’s budget. Another lingering issue is the fate of the Public Safety Building, which the Rockford Police Department exited in 2017. Maintenance and operational expenses for the PSB were not included in the current fiscal year’s budget, and the estimated $1.5 million it will cost to raze the structure will have to be revisited, officials said. The chairman’s office expects the county to come to decision on the PSB sometime during 2018, and officials hope to execute a plan beginning in 2019. Administration officials have said they hope an open review of county staffing could offset some of those sticking costs.

But without a dramatic overhaul of the county’s financial status, deficit spending of recent years will soon turn to systemic debt, something that the chairman warns will cause more headaches if not dealt with. “We don’t have a choice but to be open to some changes internally and some more cuts internally,” Haney said. “We still need to get there. We still need to do these things because we’re not on a sustainable path.”

Board hesitation

Some board members were hesitant to wave the flag of victory over this week’s agreement. One board member The Times spoke to said more discussions are needed to find what other expenses can be cut to offset the $350,000 the sheriff has clawed back, adding that they expect Caruana to come back to the board for more funds sooner rather than later. District-8 Republican Eli Nicolosi said he was happy with the outcome of the discussions between the chairman and sheriff. “This is definitely a step in the right direction,” he said by phone Tuesday. “We’re happy to see money that was desperately needed for these corrections officers and for the jail.” But Nicolosi added that he’s worried about what comes next given the upcoming November election for sheriff. “This is a token effort, ultimately, and we need more for public safety. Taking this hardline stance against giving anything to the sheriff, then restoring this $350,000 to the department’s budget in the middle of an election—it doesn’t sit well with me.” However, some believe the still-to-come debate within the county board regarding the funding fix could result in long-term gains for public safety. “We have board members who want to be part of the discussion,” said one official. “They have questions that need answered. If we commit to exhausting those questions, then we’re going to land in a good spot.” R.

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City. Crime & Courts

Crime on the decline for Rockford: O’Shea By Jim Hagerty Contributor

ROCKFORD -- Year-end crime statistics from 2017 showed an improvement over the previous year, city officials reported last week. According to numbers released by the city, property crime was down 8 percent last year while violent crimes were down 5 percent. There were 11 fewer aggravated assaults and 122 fewer robberies, Police Chief Dan O’Shea said. Homicides were down in Rockford, too. There were 18 killing reported in 2017, down from 26 the year before. The 2016 total was the most since 1996 when there were 31, which authorities attributed to a spike in gang activity. Mayor Tom McNamara said last year’s improvement can be attributed to the city’s commitment to community engagement and a positive change in morale within the police department. “We are making progress, but we still have a long way to go,” McNamara said. “City council and myself have committed that public safety is the No. 1 concern in our community. The council is not only committed with their thoughts, but with their actions.” Those actions have included several technological additions to the force. Aldermen have recently approved the purchase of a gunshot-detection system, license plate readers and social analytic software to aid in investigations of serious crimes, the mayor said. The city has also recently added 17 members to the police department’s

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staff, including five officers paid for by a $625,000 federal grant. Those investments and more community engagement have also aided police in solving crimes, which O’Shea said has meant a better overall solvability rate. “A lot of these successes in these crimes going down is because of the amount of community members who have stepped up (by) contacting us, providing information and talking to detectives.” the chief said. O’Shea’s comment shed a ray of hope about crimes that are not immediately solved. Often these cases include firearm offenses, domestic violence, even homicides. “A lot of solvability comes from the community talking to the police.” he added. “I firmly believe that having officers out in the community and engaged in the community is paying off.” Something O’Shea said is concerning despite the improvement is the number of illegal guns on the streets. Last year, the Rockford Police Department seized 242 illegal firearms, many of which were involved in the 6-percent increase in gunfire reports in 2017. The addition of the ShotSpotter gunfire detection system is expected to produce even more reports, however, they’re ones the department would otherwise not receive. ShotSpotter was implemented late last year. The sensors in the $310,000 system cover a 4 square miles; the manufacturer guarantees detecting gunshots within 75 feet of origin. The city’s 2017 technological investments have topped $1 million. R.

e are making progress, but we still have a long way to go. City council and myself have committed that public safety is the No. 1 concern in our community. The council is not only committed with their thoughts, but with their actions.”

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Black History Month

Recognizing the service of black vets By Scott Lewandowski Contributor

The United States Military like so many other government entities has had its challenges in regards to this country’s minority citizens. Although change is slow with the government it was able to see the error in its ways, and on July 26, 1948, by executive order 9981, President Harry Truman abolished racial discrimination in the military. African-Americans have served in the U.S. military since the Revolutionary War, where, as slaves and free men, they served on both sides of the war. Recent research concludes that there were about 9,000 black Patriot soldiers, counting the Continental Army and Navy and state militia units. They continued to be integrated with whites up until the War of 1812. They would not fight in integrated units again until the Korean War. During the American Civil War, More than 180,000 blacks served in the Union Army and Navy. They were mostly formerly enslaved blacks who escaped in the South, although there were many

northern black Unionists as well. They served in segregated units known as the United States Colored Troops under the command of white officers. From 1863 to the early 20th century, African-American units were utilized by the Army to combat Native Americans during the Indian Wars. The most noted among this group were the Buffalo Soldiers. These units were composed of black enlisted men commanded by white officers. The Buffalo Soldiers served a variety of roles along the frontier from building roads to guarding the U.S. mail. Thirteen enlisted men and six officers from four AfricanAmerican regiments earned the Medal of Honor during the Indian Wars. The U.S. armed forces remained segregated through World War I. Still, many African Americans eagerly volunteered to join the Allied cause following America’s entry into the war. By the time of the armistice with Germany on Nov. 11, 1918, over 350,000 African-Americans had served with the American Expeditionary Force on the Western Front. During World War II, despite a high

enlistment rate in the U.S. Army, AfricanAmericans were not treated equally. At parades, church services, in transportation and canteens, the races were kept separate. The Women’s Army Corps (WAC) changed its enlistment policies in January 1941, allowing for AfricanAmerican women to join the ranks of Army nurses to strengthen the war effort. Much like with male soldiers, black women were given separate training and inferior living quarters and rations. Change was on its way, though. During WW II several segregated units were making their mark in the war. Units such as the Tuskegee Airman and the Montford Point Marines were proving that they were just as capable as their white counterparts in all areas of service. Benjamin O. Davis Jr. served as commander of the Tuskegee Airmen during the war. He later went on to become the first African-American general in the Air Force. In 1945, Frederick C. Branch became the first African-American Marine Corps officer. Since 2008, Veterans Memorial Hall

and Museum has presented a program to recognize the efforts of African American Veterans as part of Black History Month. Our guests have included six original Tuskegee Airmen and eight original Montford Point Marines as well as veterans from the Korean, Vietnam and Gulf Wars. Recently we have included a special presentation honoring the contributions of African-American women veterans. The program returns Feb. 17, from 1-4 p.m. with four original Montford Point Marines expected to be in attendance along with African-American veterans of multiple conflicts. Residents are invited to Veterans Memorial Hall to hear firsthand accounts of bravery and sacrifice from those who served. R. Scott Lewandowski is the Director of the Veterans Memorial Hall and Museum, whose mission is to honor the veterans of Winnebago County. For more information about Veterans Memorial Hall, stop by 211 N. Main St. or visit veteransmemorialhall.com. You can also find them on Facebook at facebook.com/ Veterans-Memorial-Hall-and-Museum.

City

Rockford aldermen OK set of home rule limits By Jim Hagerty Contributor

CITY HALL — Rockford aldermen, on Monday, approved a set of ordinances that would limit the city’s powers as a home rule municipality if voters reinstate the provision this spring. Among the self-limiting ordinances approved was one that has raised significant concern—that leaders would have the power as a home-rule authority to raise property taxes at will, behind closed doors, or as high as they wish without voter approval. Under the ordinance, taxes cannot exceed the non-home rule limit established under the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law (PTELL). Any increase in property or sales tax would also require a supermajority vote by City Council. It would require a public notice and an automatic layover of 15 days prior to adopting an ordinance that creates a new sales tax or increases existing sales taxes not authorized under the municipal code for non-home rule units. In terms of debt the city could incur under home rule, there would be an ordinance in place that would prohibit leaders from exceeding the limitation equal to 20 percent less of what is allowed for non-home rule

authorities. T he or d i n a nc e s we r e appr ove d unanimously. A limitation that has not been in front of the full council yet is one that would give citizens the opportunity to recall officials in the event home rule powers are abused. Officials say they are holding it out for now to ensure it gets presented in a way that doesn’t violate the civil statutes. If the referendum approved March 20, Rockford would be a home rule community the next day. Home rule is granted to Illinois municipalities with 25,000 or more residents. Rockford repealed home rule in 1983. “The ordinances that passed will make Rockford one of the most restrictive homerule city in the state,” Mayor Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara said. The mayor added that if a recall ordinance is approved, Rockford would be Illinois’ most restrictive home rule body. He also said implementing the ordinances shows he and the city’s 14 aldermen are concerned about what citizens have voiced since the push for reinstatement began last fall. “Nobody wants to see their taxes go up,” he said. “Because when they do, we all bear that burden.”

The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau agreed with McNamara by announcing its support of home rule Tuesday. The RACVB board voted to support the referendum following a period of research and internal dialogue, which included a presentation from and discussions with McNamara and representatives of the Rockford for Home Rule committee. “The board feels strongly that the City of Rockford would be best served by returning to home rule,” said RACVB Board Chair David Anderson. “At RACVB, we know that what is good for residents will help attract visitors. Our residents are concerned about public safety and want to see their neighborhoods thrive. Home rule will provide our elected leaders the ability to make decisions locally and efficiently about what is best for Rockford, rather than relying on Springfield to do the right thing. We need to return control to the citizens of Rockford.” To the Rockford Apartment Association, there would be too much of that control placed in the hands of the city if home rule passes. RAA Director of Legislative and Public Affairs Paul Arena said the measure would give the City of Rockford expanded

powers to increase taxes, raise fees and enact regulations that it currently does not have. “We appreciate the administration’s proposal to enact ordinances to restrict the City’s use of Home Rule power,” Arena said. “But the fact that these restrictions are necessary is evidence of the flawed nature of home rule power in Illinois. Other cities that have enacted Home Rule have increased real estate taxes, created rental fees and enacted laws that force landlords to evict tenants for minor legal infractions.” Other groups have weighed in on home rule over the past weeks. The Rockford Regional Good Government PAC, which supported McNamara’s bid for mayor in 2016, announced it is encouraging voters to give local control back to city leaders by voting for home rule in March. “Restoring home rule authority will add a critical tool to our ability to enact local policies and advance projects that improve the health and prosperity of our community,” PAC Chairman Peter Provenzano said. But the Rockford Hotel Motel Association (RAHMA) announced last Thursday that it does not support the referendum, citing concerns over the use of the city’s hotel tax for budget items besides tourism. R.

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CHICAGO — Newly released FBI wiretaps captured Democratic Illinois governor candidate J.B. Pritzker making racially insensitive comments during a call with then-Gov. Rod Blagojevich, including saying a popular lawmaker was the “least offensive” African American to appoint to a Senate seat. The Chicago Tribune late Monday published the previously unreleased recording from a decade-old investigation of Blagojevich, a Democrat now imprisoned for convictions that included trying to trade an appointment to Barack Obama’s vacated Senate seat for campaign cash. Pritzker, a billionaire businessman who’s considered the front runner in the March 20 primary, apologized on Tuesday during a news conference at a southern-style cafeteria on Chicago’s West Side where he was joined by African-American supporters. “I regret the conversations in many ways, the words that I used, and the things that I didn’t say on that call that I would have preferred to have said... I can do better and I have,” Pritzker said. “I clearly made a mistake that day and I clearly wasn’t my best self.” On the recording, Pritzker suggests Blagojevich appoint Secretary of State Jesse White rather than other African Americans, including Jesse Jackson Jr. or Obama adviser Valerie Jarrett. He says doing so “it covers you on the African American thing.” “Of all the African Americans that I can think that are sort of like qualified ... and people will say ‘Oh - that’s, you know

Chicago Sun-Times that’s, that’s a pretty good pick,’ the one that’s least offensive and maybe gets you the most because it gets you that secretary of state appointment is Jesse White.” Pritzker also says the secretary of state position is “the key spot ... that controls jobs, etc.” and that by appointing White to the Senate, Blagojevich wouldn’t have to name an African American to the state post. Later in the call, Pritzker is heard laughing as Blagojevich jokes about and mimics Obama’s former minister, the Rev. Jeremiah Wright, whose controversial comments during sermons dogged Obama’s 2008 campaign. “That’s funny,” Pritzker says. Pritzker’s running mate, state Rep. Juliana Stratton, is African-American. White, who’s backing Pritzker and appeared in an early campaign ad for him, stood beside him at Tuesday’s news conference. He said he wasn’t offended and that Pritzker apologized to him. “I know where his heart is,” White said. But Pritzker’s opponents condemned the remarks, and political experts said it’s likely to hurt his bid. Black voters make

almost 30 percent of the Democratic electorate in Illinois, and White is among the state’s most popular politicians, serving for two decades. “(Blagojevich) is still a potent political figure and you don’t want to be associated with him,” said Chris Mooney, director of the Institute of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois. “If your narrative is that the white power structure is slanted against African Americans, this feeds into that.” Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner, who’s seeking a second term, already has been running ads attacking Pritzker that feature wiretap audio the Chicago Tribune released last year. In those ads Pritzker and Blagojevich are heard discussing the Senate appointment and a possible state job appointment. Pritzker has said he did nothing wrong and noted he was never accused of wrongdoing. He said Tuesday he believed people are leaking the tapes to damage his campaign and he would “contemplate” possible legal action.

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bruising her arm, court documents say. A three-judge panel of the 7th U.S. Court of Appeals heard oral arguments in the case Tuesday, a year after a lower court tossed Wetzel’s lawsuit against the facility in Niles. If the appeals court restores the lawsuit, it could help establish that federal Fair Housing Act protections cover LGBT tenants harassed by other tenants. One panelist, Judge David Hamilton, sounded skeptical that the law — as written — could be stretched to hold administrators liable for tenants’ abusive behavior. But Judge Diane Wood suggested it could be, telling the hearing that nobody said administrators “applauded” the abuse as

it happened, only that they “shrugged their shoulders” when they learned about it. Wood and Hamilton were appointed by then-President Bill Clinton. The third judge, Michael Kanne, is a Ronald Reaganappointee. A ruling is expected within several months. The trial-level judge overseeing the 2016 lawsuit, Judge Samuel Der-Yeghiayan, said in his ruling dismissing it a year ago that Wetzel hadn’t offered evidence showing that administrators themselves displayed “any discriminatory animus, motive or intent” in how they responded to Wetzel’s complaints. –Associated Press

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State Bicentennial

1,000 years ago, America’s largest city By Susan Sarkauskas & Diane Dungey The Daily Herald

Centuries ago Illinois was home to the largest and most influential city in what would become the United States, rivaling the size of European cities at the time. As many as 20,000 people — double that if surrounding communities are included — lived about 1,0000 years ago in the elaborate planned city that now lies within the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. Cahokia, east of St. Louis, includes woodhenges — large sun calendars that were built of red cedar posts — and at least 120 mounds and pyramids used to support important buildings and for burials. Yet, Cahokia is only part of Illinois’ rich American Indian heritage. Although 101,451 Illinoisans identify themselves as being fully or partly of American Indian descent, the tribes themselves are gone from Illinois, mostly moved west by the federal government in the 1800s, said Bill Iseminger, assistant manager of the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. What’s left are the remains of native cemeteries, villages, cities and mounds, onetime Indian routes that became the basis for many of our modern roads and highways and the names of many things, beginning with our state itself, named for a powerful American Indian group that once called Illinois home.

1,000 years ago, a cultural center

Many different groups occupied Illinois in the centuries before Christopher Columbus set foot on North America. Archaeologists estimate people came here about 12,000 years ago after migration from Asia over a land bridge began to populate the continent, according to the Illinois State Museum. Over thousands of years, people adapted to a changing climate and became less nomadic as the Ice Age came to a close. C a h o k i a w a s b u i lt d u r i n g t h e Mississippian Age, which began around 900 A.D. and lasted about 550 years. The city was the political and religious center of Mississippian life, but eventually its influence faded. It was largely abandoned by 1350 A.D., though no one knows precisely why. Wood, game and other food sources might have been depleted, Iseminger said. There is evidence of long droughts and the climate was cooling. Where did they go? Probably in many directions, joining other communities or establishing new ones, Iseminger said. The Osage, Ponca, Omaha and Quapaw people are believed to be descended from the city’s builders. About 700 years ago, as Cahokia was fading, a people called the Oneota emerged in the Illinois River valley. Excavations in Fulton County show half of those buried in an Oneota cemetery died as a result

An artist’s overhead view of the large and influential city that existed 1,000 years ago at what is now the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. Courtesy, Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site/ William R. Iseminger of violence, though it’s not known why, according to the Illinois State Museum. Were the two cultures at war? It’s hard to say, though there’s evidence of Oneota culture in the Cahokia area. And Cahokia had a large palisade enclosure, indicating a need for defense, Iseminger said. “The Oneota, as they migrated south, may have been the final blow of the Mississippian culture,” he said.

Starved Rock to Black Hawk

By the time French traders and priests arrived in the 1600s, there were two main American Indian groups in the area: the Illiniwek, or Illinois, and the Miami. In the late 1700s and early 1800s, the Illiniwek territory shrank, the Miamis moved eastward, and other tribes moved in. As Europeans and other outsiders arrived, the Indians traded with them. They allied with the French and the British, at different times. American Indian federations and tribes fought each other, with the Iroquois being notorious for battles against the Illiniwek. Starved Rock State Park near Utica is named for a stone formation where, legend has it, members of the Illiniwek starved to death in 1769 during a siege by the Ottawa and Potawatomi, who sought to avenge the killing of the Ottawa chief, Pontiac. By 1818, a War Department study estimated there were at least 10,860 native people living in this area, not counting the Peoria band of Miami Indians. Tribes had

already ceded a strip of land at the mouth of the Chicago River to the U.S. government, as well as land near Kaskaskia. In 1821, the tribes gave up more of northern Illinois. In 1832, some members of the Sac and Fox nations agreed with a warrior named Black Hawk that their land had been illegally taken from them. They tried moving back into northwestern Illinois and western Wisconsin, leading to the unsuccessful Black Hawk War. The 1833 Treaty of Chicago took care of the largest swath. In exchange for handing over 5 million acres, tribes including the Potawatomi, Ojibwe, Odawa, Sac and Fox agreed to move west of the Mississippi River, according to an 1918 article about the treaty in the Wisconsin Magazine of History. Many would eventually be pushed farther, which is why the Peoria Tribe of Miami Indians is now headquartered in Oklahoma.

Tribal heritage

When the French and other Europeans arrived, they learned the tribes’ languages and began naming places and landmarks using the natives’ words. French or English versions of the names stuck. The settlers also might have been influenced by the Romantic movement of the late 1700s and early 1800s, which placed a high value on nature and folk legends, so the names might have been meant to memorialize the dwindling numbers of natives and their cultures.

Poet Walt Whitman extolled the practice, in “An American Primer:” “All aboriginal names sound good. I was asking for something savage and luxuriant, and behold, here are the aboriginal names. I see how they are being preserved. They are honest words, — they give the true length, breadth, depth. They all fit. Mississippi! — the word winds with chutes — it rolls a stream three thousand miles long. Ohio, Connecticut, Ottawa, Monongahela, all fit.” There are six counties in Illinois that have Indian-themed names, at least 60 towns, and scores of schools and other places, from Aptakisic Road in Lake County to the town of Wetaug in Union County. Many other roads now have more prosaic names but trace the paths American Indians once used, from the east-west U.S. Route 6, which generally follows the onetime Sauk Trail, to the North Shore’s Green Bay Road, thought to have been a Potawatomi trail. Tara McClellan McAndrew writes a monthly history column for Springfield’s State JournalRegister. Her work has been heard on Illinois Public Radio and National Public Radio, and read in 35 newspapers and magazines. Visit taramcandrew.com for more information. The weekly Illinois Bicentennial series is brought to you by the Illinois Associated Press Media Editors and Illinois Press Association. More than 20 newspapers are creating stories about the state’s history, places and key moments in advance of the Bicentennial on Dec. 3, 2018. Stories published up to this date can be found at 200illinois.com.

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Editorial

An annually pointless bill

t’s old-hat for State Rep. Joe Sosnowski. The Rockford Republican is back with another effort to strip public notices out of newspapers. This is an annual right of passage for some Republicans in statehouses across the country. Barring Tom Demmer, R-Dixon, taking up the cause in 2016, Sosnowski has been the go-to vehicle in Illinois for this failed idea: this is his sixth go at it. Some form of this boilerplate conservative think tank-sponsored legislation has never made it out of committee in Springfield. In fact, only one state has ever passed such a law: Utah snuck it over the line in 2009 only to see it repealed in 2011 after government bodies failed to comply with posting the required information. In short: Utah’s legislature passed a law they were destined to break. Just how bad are government bodies in Illinois at doing the internet? Pretty bad. A 2014 audit by the Citizens Advocacy Center of 750 units of government showed that only 57 percent of government bodies complied with posting agendas of upcoming meetings as required by law, and only 49 percent of those bodies surveyed maintained any website whatsoever. Now, Sosnowski’s HB4298, a carbon copy of his five other previous attempts, would require the state’s nearly 7,000 bodies of government to be solely responsible for posting this vital public information and foot the bill for maintaining accessible databases for the public to peruse. Remind us again how cash-rich Illinois governments are? Sosnowski told us back in 2015 that he was, “Just trying to move us into the 20th century. Internet has been around for awhile. Maybe next year we can work on the 21st.”

Yet here we are, three years later, and the state’s newspapers are still paying to fund and maintain a centralized database of public notices. In fact, the Illinois Press Association and its members, including The Times, supported legislation over six years ago to do just that: maintain these critical public documents because government bodies have shown they’re incapable of maintaining even functional websites. Newspapers do this because taxpayers have a right to this information and the government has proven incapable of providing it. That’s why no U.S. states do it. There’s a hint of irony in this now, too, as statehouse Republicans recently signed onto a bill to support expanding rural broadband service in Illinois. Right now, 1.2 million residents in Illinois lack access to broadband services, or about 9 percent of the population. In rural areas, that number skyrockets to 56 percent. Fifty-six percent of residents in the state’s rural communities lack reliable access to government websites that wouldn’t even be up to the task of hosting these public notices if asked. People in those areas rely increasingly more on local newspapers to inform them of government activities. Given the FCC’s elimination of the main studio rule, which allows national conglomerates to snap up more and more local TV chan-

nels every day, this has never been truer. For these reasons and more, numerous groups, including the AARP, have consistently opposed the kind of legislation Sosnowski has yet again produced. Then there’s the simple notion that somehow a government body is just as equipped at transmitting information to citizens as a media company. Which, of course, would be why we get emails from Rep. Sosnowski’s office, and every other local and state politician, regularly touting his achievements in the hopes that we will report them. There’s a reason governments go to newspapers and media outlets to transmit information: people will see it and read it. So one would have to question what the intention is in leaving it to governments across Illinois to publish their own public records. Newspapers allow a third-party, the citizens, a chance to review the work of government. And, unlike a website, when it’s printed, it’s there forever. That’s why the reliability of newspaper publication is accepted as evidence in court, and Illinois requires it for many court actions. And yes, public notices are a revenue stream for newspapers. There’s no denying that. But those funds support jobs in local communities across Illinois. Reporters, editors, designers, salespeople, delivery people, the folks who run the presses, the folks who maintain those presses, the folks who deliver the ink and paper to go on those presses, the bars and restaurants and local shops all those people frequent. You get the picture. But the work to produce those notices is done with every cost to the governments, our governments, in mind. We do all the work to make sure they comply with state statutes, to keep governments from falling foul of the law and incurring

further costs. We set and maintain the standards by which these notices are made available to the public, independent of the bodies that produce them. We make them available for every taxpayer on a centralized statewide database. Consider the financial status of Illinois and the local governments in our area. Imagine every single body of government in Illinois (again, around 7,000) doing all of that work on an individual basis. Now imagine the additional staff they would need to do so. And now think about what that would cost. Sosnowski and those like him have tried to sell these bills as a cost-saving measure, yet not one proponent of these kinds of laws has shown that they actually save any money. On average, nationwide, the costs associated with public notices cost government bodies less than one-half of one percent of their budgets (a study in Arizona pinned it at around .0005 percent). And, as we saw in Utah, they can’t even do the work in the first place. This is a sham bill wrought with problems, yet one Sosnowski has brought forth again and again. “The fact is, Illinois’ economy is not growing the way Wisconsin and other neighboring states are,” he said last week. “With a shrinking population following jobs and opportunity out of state, we need to put our priorities back in the right place with a new approach in 2018.” This bill won’t solve the fiscal problems of Illinois or Rockford or any other government body. And it will cost jobs. Joe Sosnowski knows this, yet here we are again for a sixth go-around. So, one more time, we urge you to call your local legislator (if he’s your rep, you can reach Sosnowski’s office at 815-547-3436) and tell them to stop this pointless and costly bill. R.

points to the exact opposite conclusion. The most regressive taxes are utility taxes and property taxes. They can ill afford the same percentage as their more comfortable neighbors. The homes of those with earnings below a living wage often reside in homes that are not well insulated and require space heaters, resulting in exorbitant utility costs. A flat fee will hurt the most those who can least afford it. The City Council and two mayors have held the line on the Rockford property tax bill for four years. They hope to lower the rate next year, assuming we can provide alternate revenue sources, taking

the pressure off property tax payers. Revenue diversity could come from a fee on gambling machines, an additional Hotel-Motel tax, a higher bond rating (resulting in lower costs of borrowing money) or some of the recommendations from the non-partisan Financial Task Force that just suggested cost-savings and consolidation efforts. None of these items will pick the pocket of any local resident or taxpayer. Homeowners pay an inordinate share of the property taxes assessed here in Rockford. These taxes are most difficult for the working poor who are not seniors and have no special exemptions.

Everyone is entitled to their own opinions – and a good debate about the benefits of home rule is a healthy thing. But the realtors and others opposed to home rule are not entitled to their own facts!

“This bill won’t solve the fiscal problems of Illinois or Rockford or any other government body. And it will cost jobs. ”

You said it Home rule opponents not entitled to their own facts

In the early 1980s, Rockford led the nation in unemployment at 25 percent in the city. At the time, I served as director of the Rock River Valley Pantry and later founding director of the Hunger Connection food bank. I learned a great deal about the life of our neighbors struggling to survive. So when I saw the media release of the Rockford Area Realtors, I was shocked to read their assertion that “home Rule taxes disproportionately hurt working and low-income families hardest.” My experience with those on limited incomes

Marge Bevers Rockford

Politicans, friends and foes

It’s almost that time. Start sending us your letters for the upcoming March 20 primary to contact@rockrivertimes.com so we can get them ready to publish over the coming weeks. R.

Feb. 7, 2018. The Rock River Times.

The work of renowned painter Ernie Barnes, as well as collections from local artists, will be on display as part of the Ethnic Hertiage Museum’s “AfricanAmerican Art’ exhibit, opening this Sunday, 2-4 p.m.

‘African-American Art’ exhibit at the Ethnic Heritage Museum ROCKFORD — Each year in honor of Black History Month, the AfricanAmerican Gallery of the Ethnic Heritage Museum hosts a special exhibit examining various aspects of African American life. On Sunday, Feb. 11, the African-American Gallery will unveil its newest exhibit, “African-American Art,” showcasing the work of local artists. Featured in this exhibit is a special collection of prints and a personally signed profile by internationally known artist Ernie Barnes. Barnes was best known for his unique figurative style of painting. His painting “Sugar Shack” appeared as cover art on the Marvin Gaye album “I Want You”

and in the closing credits of the popular television show “Good Times.” Barnes not only showed talent on canvas, he also showed promise on the football field. During his career, he was an offensive lineman for the New York Titans, Baltimore Colts, San Diego Chargers and the Denver Broncos. Join the Ethnic Heritage Museum, 2-4 p.m. this Sunday, for a special reception as area artists will be available to discuss their work and answer questions. Light refreshments will be served compliments of the Rockford Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Pi Gamma Omega. This reception is free to the public but

donations are appreciated. The Ethnic Heritage Museum and Graham-Ginestra House are open every Sunday from 2-4 p.m. General admission to both museums is only $7 individual, $15 per family, or free to members. The Ethnic Heritage Museum, located at 1129 S. Main St., is handicap accessible with an entrance on Loomis Street. On-street parking is available with additional parking in the lot on the corner of Main and Morgan Streets next to the Graham-Ginestra House. Tours can be arranged by calling 815-962-7402. For more i n for mat ion v i sit ethnicheritagemuseum.org. R.

The Rock River Times. Feb. 7, 2018.

RACVB View

Homegrown brews of the Forest City

Prairie Street Brewing Co. beer flight

By Rachel Cordano Rockford Cravings

Prairie Street Brewing Co.

200 Prairie St. Where do I begin? We have been through so much together. Between Thursday night Dinner on the Dock, the Pilot Series, the beer tent at Rockford City Market, first dates, and birthday dinners, there are too many fond memories to keep track of between you and I, PSB (insert heart emoji here). In all seriousness though, if you are an “all about the atmosphere” person, this place is for you. If you are a beer snob, this place is for you. If you are a human that breathes, this place is for you. If you follow my Instagram account (@rockford_cravings) you know how much I love Prairie Street Brewing Co. From the cheese curds (if you haven’t had these, you haven’t lived) to the beer flights (shot out to West Coast IPA) to literally everything else on the menu, you absolutely positively cannot go wrong here.

Prairie Street Brewing Co. food

Carlyle Brewing Co.

215 E. State St. When I first started working in the downtown Rockford area, my daily route conveniently forced me to drive past Carlyle Brewing Co. Every time I did so, I gazed longingly in adoration (mostly because I had never been there before but also because beer > work). Once I finally checked it out, I realized what I had been missing out on for the last 23 years of my Carlyle-less life. Let me just put things in perspective here...My friends always pause when food and drinks arrive at the table (no matter what restaurant we are at) because they know better than to dig in before I take a photo. HOWEVER, at Carlyle I started drinking my beer and inhaling the pizza before I could take any pictures. Luckily my friend knows how to practice self control and I was able to steal her Jalapeño Cheese Stuffed Pretzel for your viewing pleasure. ‘Nough said. Pro tip: If you order a Humulus Lupulus, only use the full name the first time you order it. Then simply use the term “refill” for every round after that. You’ll thank me later.

Pig Minds Brewing Co.

4080 Steele Dr., Machesney Park After a quick shopping trip to 173 to purchase food-inspired pool floaties (don’t ask), I had a hankering for a beer and a snack. Then the foodie on my shoulder said, “Pig Minds!” Aside from the fact that the building itself and the staff within it are AMAZING, the beer and food are absolutely delicious! Although it was difficult to choose one beer, Sweep the Leg was pure delight (if you like West Coast IPA from Prairie Street, you will LOVE this). Shout out to all you vegans out there, Pig Minds is an all-vegan establishment! While I am by no means a vegan, I was very excited to explore the food options here. Let me tell you, it did NOT disappoint! I had the Hummus of the Day which was Mediterranean inspired. I think we can all agree that hummus doesn’t photograph well...but I don’t think I could describe in words how delicious it is without making you want to go get it so I will just leave you with this...GO GET IT! For more suggestions on where to get a good beer in the Rockford region, visit gorockford.com/restaurants/ craft-beers-and-bars.

Carlyle Brewing Co. Jalapeño Cheese Stuffed Pretzel

Pig Minds Brewing Co. hummus

Feb. 7, 2018. The Rock River Times.

MUSIC

Olivia Dvorak joins Trinadora, Feb. 11 On Feb. 11, Trinadora will take you on a journey through early generations and the roots of country music, while Olivia Dvorak, songwriter and Nashville recording artist, will bring the old and legendary together with the new and contemporary. Music and songs are always moving, progressing and changing with time; they show us where we’ve been and where we’re going. Olivia Dvorak is a songwriter and artist whose unique songs, lyrics and intricate guitar playing led her to professionally record in Nashville at Treasure Isle Recorders with some of the top musicians in the city. Since then, she has won multiple RAMI Awards for Artist of the Year, Country/Bluegrass, and Song of the Year. Throughout the past few years, Olivia has had the privilege to open for some of the largest acts in Country music, and legends such as Loretta Lynn, Trace Adkins, Scotty McCreery, Jana Kramer, Chris Young, Wynonna Judd, Alabama, Mo Pitney, Fran Cosmo (formerly of Boston), Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and The Band Perry. Olivia’s country style pours into genres such as blues, folk, rock and Celtic, and her diversity appeals to audiences of all ages who love who she is as an artist, and how she connects with each person she meets. With thought-provoking, creative lyrics and intricate guitar playing, Olivia Dvorak is an unstoppable force. The energy the young songwriter brings to the stage thrills every crowd she performs for as she creates rhythms on her looper pedal for the e�ect of a one-person band at her live shows. Trinadora is compiled of two well-rounded and seasoned musicians, Ron Holm and Jannie Nelson. Ron is an

accomplished guitarist and folk singer, but don’t let this description fool you; he can sing rock, blues, show tunes, country, and has a wide vocal range. Ron recorded on the seminal Mountain Railroad label, which launched the careers of such notable artists such as Nirvana producer, Butch Veg, and songwriting icon, Greg Brown. He’s been billed with greats such as the late Roy Orbison and Steve Goodman. Together with Jannie, the duo has a captivating and intriguing stage presence. When Jannie Nelson joins in with her beautiful vocals and multi-instrumental talent, the band’s sound progresses even more. Trinadora’s music is a mélange of standards and original compositions in genres that include jazz, blues, rock ‘n’ roll, classic country and more. Jannie and Ron are also known for their uncanny ability to channel the sounds of Patsy Cline and Roy Orbison, respectively. Tim Austin, one of the region’s most sought-after drummers and vocalists (a member of the Trinadora Rocks Band that springs from the Trinadora duo) accompanies Holm and Nelson with incredible musicianship and versatility. Special guest and Rockford ﬁddle phenomenon, Jon Rozman, adds his musical ﬂare to round out the band’s performance. Join Olivia Dvorak and Trinadora, 3 p.m. or 7 p.m. this Sunday at the Nordlof Center, 118 N. Main St., for an incredible evening of three generations of country music. Tickets can be purchased for $15 and $25 at oliviadvorak.com/events, and look for the act’s latest merchandise and albums for sale after the show, or phone 641-903-9224. R.

Olivia Dvorak. Photo provided

ART

Pop-up restaurants at RAM MUSEUM CAMPUS — Rockford Art Museum’s new Pop-Up Restaurant Series highlights top local restaurant chefs in an unexpected, o�-the-grid setting. Each Pop-Up Restaurant at RAM will have a set time for seating in the galleries and will showcase an innovative, multiple course prix-ﬁxe menu alongside the museum’s current feature exhibition, and will include a lively “Did You Know?” conversation about food and art with RAM Curator Carrie Johnson. A limited amount of tickets will be sold for each event, ensuring a creative,

one-time only culinary experience. Partnering restaurants are Abreo (Feb. 28), Greenﬁre (March 28), Alchemy (April 25), and Toni’s of Winnebago (May 23). Sponsors for the series include Ameriprise Financial/David Boccignone. Dinners run from 7-9:30 p.m.; doors open at 6 p.m. for guests to tour the museum. Tickets are $55 each; reservations are required. A DJ and cash bar will be provided. Proceeds support the Rockford Art Museum. For tickets or more information call RAM at 815-968-2787. R.

Valentine’s Day @ 107 North Main • Downtown • 815.968.0123 • jrkortman.com • Tu- Fr, 11-6, Sa, 11-5

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A&E Happenings Ryley Walker Onstage: Coronado Americana Music Series Friday, Feb. 23, critically acclaimed artist Ryley Walker comes to the Coronado for a unique show. The Americana Music Series’ limited ticket release allows you to be on stage with the artists and enjoy the Coronado from a different perspective. Walker released his third studio album over the summer of 2016, “Golden Sings That Have Been Sung,” that was written and recorded in Chicago, following nearly 10 months of touring.

Music & Arts

Ongoing Open Stage at Mandalay Lounge - Monday-Sunday beginning at 5 p.m. 200 North Church Street. DJ/Karaoke - Mortimer’s Roadhouse, 105 W. Grove in Poplar Grove. 815-765-0082. DJ/Karaoke w/ RPM every Friday, DJ/Karaoke w/ DJ Double D every Saturday Mary’s Place - 602 N. Madison St. marysplacebar. com. Open Stage, Tues. & Thurs. 9:30 p.m.-close; Karaoke, Wed. 9:30 p.m.-close. Bruce L. Warden - For listening & dining every Friday and Saturday 5-9 p.m. at Hoffman House, 7550 E. State St. Rockford Christian Fellowship - RCF performs locally, is not affiliated with any church, but rehearses Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at First Covenant Church, 316 Wood Road. The band welcomes additional participants (high school age through retired). See our website for more info www.rcfband.org. Contact Director, Brian Waterson, 815/797-2320, rcfband@gmail.com Thursday Yamato – The Drummers of Japan - 7:30 p.m. at Coronado PAC, 314 N. Main St. Tickets starting at $33-53, and available by calling 800-745-3000 or visiting rccaconcerts.org/ yamato-the-drummers-of-japan/ Friday Prime Time Live Band - 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at Big Al’s at Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Rd. Free admission. Shrek the Musical - Performed by the Belvidere North High School Performing Arts. 7 p.m. at Belvidere School District Performing Arts Center, 1500 East Ave. Tickets are $10; students & seniors $7. Bluegrass Reunion Band - Performing at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St., 5:30-8 p.m. Free. Saturday Shrek the Musical - Performed by the Belvidere North High School Performing Arts. Performances at 2 & 7 p.m. at Belvidere School District Performing Arts Center, 1500 East Ave. Tickets are $10; students & seniors $7. Grande Barton Theatre Organ Social - The Land of Lincoln Theatre Organ Society presents Steven Eaklor, Organist, performing at the Coronado Theatre, 314 N. Main St. Socials start at 9:30 a.m.

This album is inspired by his return to the Windy City, in addition to some of his local heroes like Gastrdel Sol and Tortoise. Ryley also had help from one of his most admired musicians, LeRoy Bach, who is best known for his work as a multi-instrumentalist in the band Wilco from 1997 through 2004. Tickets on sale now for $27 at ticketmaster. com, 800-745-3000 or the Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314. N. Main St. For more info visit ryleywalker.com. with refreshments and the organ concert begins at 10 a.m. Free concert, donations are welcome. Trinadora - Performing at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St., 5:30-8 p.m. Free. RVC Jazz Festival - Rock Valley College will host its annual Jazz Festival in the Performing Arts Room (located in the ERC building on RVC’s main campus, located at 3301 North Mulford Rd.). The Jazz Festival is a daylong event featuring local school jazz bands, a jazz clinic, and a concert to cap the evening. The school jazz bands will perform from 9-11:30 a.m. and admission for this portion of the day is free. Participating local schools will include: Rockford Lutheran High School (9 a.m.), Auburn High School Rockford (9:30 a.m.), Rockford Christian Middle School (10 a.m.), Hononegah High School (10:30 a.m.), and Rockford Christian High School (11 a.m.) At 1:30 p.m., musician and educator, Mark Colby will host a jazz clinic. Admission for this event is also free. Finally, the day will conclude with a special concert in the PAR at 7:30 p.m., featuring the Rock Valley College Jazz Ensembles with guest Mark Colby. Tickets for the concert are $10 for adults and $5 for students/seniors and will be available at the door. Sunday Olivia Dvorak & Trinadora - Trinadora will take you on the journey through early generations and the roots of country music, while Olivia Dvorak, songwriter and Nashville recording artist, will bring the old and legendary together with the new and contemporary. Performances from 3-5 p.m. and also 7-9 p.m. Takes place at Nordlof Center, 118 N. Main St. Tickets $15-25. Tickets available at tickettailor.com/events/oliviadvorak/135261 Wednesday, February 14 Trinadora’s Valentine’s Day Frolic - 6-9 p.m. at Baci’s Kitchen, 2990 N. Perryville Rd, #1100. Free admission, phone 815-329-6922 for menu and reservation details. Thursday, February 15 Justin Moore & Dylan Scott - The country music stars will be performing at BMO Harris Bank Center as part of Moore’s “Hell on a Highway” tour. Tickets available at ticketoffices.com/ Justin-Moore/1451/2448810. Friday, February 16 Trinadora Duo: Jannie Nelson and Ron Holm - 8

p.m.-midnight at Rock-A-Bago Hall, 4303 W. State St. Free admission. Saturday, February 17 Prime Time Live Band - 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Viking Lanes, 210 Oak Grove Ave., in South Beloit. Free admission. Trinadora Duo: Jannie Nelson and Ron Holm - 5-7:30 p.m. at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free admission. March 2-4 & 9-11 Disney’s The Little Mermaid - Performed by The Studio Rockford. Performances will be held at Rockford University’s Maddox Theatre, 5050 E. State St. Adults: $12 in advance, $14 at the door; Children (12-under): $10 in advance, $12 at the door; Seniors (55+): $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Showtimes: Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 2 & 6 p.m., Sundays at 1 p.m. Tickets available at tickets.thestudiorockford.com.

Community Sunday African American Art Exhibit Opening Reception - In honor of Black History Month, the African American Gallery of the Ethnic Heritage Museum, 1129 S. Main St., hosts a special exhibit examining various aspects of African American life. From 2-4 p.m. there will be a special reception to unveil the newest exhibit, “African American Art” showcasing the work of local artists. The artists will be available to discuss their work and answer questions. Light refreshments will be served compliments of the Rockford Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. - Pi Gamma Omega. This reception is free to the public but donations are appreciated. Artists’ Ensemble General Auditions - Artists’ Ensemble Theater will have open general auditions for the 2018-2019 Season from 1-4 p.m. in the Cheek Theatre in the Clark Arts Center at Rockford University. Two contrasting two minute prepared monologues are preferred. Material will also be available to read. Please bring a resume and photo. Artists’ Ensemble Theater is also looking for area designers and tech personnel and is scheduling interviews for area designers at that time. To schedule audition appointment or a tech interview Email rraether@ artistsensemble.org Thursday, February 15 Wild Ones Meeting - 7 p.m. at Rock Valley College Physical Education Center PEC0110 (lower level), 3301 N. Mulford Rd. The speaker for the event will be Matt Candeias. Matt Candeias is working on a PhD in community ecology with the University of Illinois. He writes a weekly blog and podcasts at “In Defense of Plants.” (www.indefenseofplants. com) He will talk about why we need to change the conversation and the importance of native plants. “Plants generally get the short shrift across the board,” says Candeias. “This is a travesty because plants truly are everything on this planet. They have this amazing ability to use our nearest star to break apart water and CO2 gas to grow and reproduce. They are living, breathing, and fighting organisms that deserve

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to be celebrated.” The latest estimates show that 1/5th of the world’s plants are threatened with extinction. This program is free and open to the public. For more information, call (779) 537.8939 or visit www.wildonesrrvc.org Wednesday, February 28 Go Red for Women Luncheon - The American Heart Association is proud to welcome two new voices to the Go Red for Women movement in Rockford. WIFR-TV anchor Briana Collins and 96.7 The Eagle WKGL’s Jon “Captain Jack” Schulz will co-host this year’s Rockford Go Red for Women Luncheon. The event will be at Giovanni’s Restaurant from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The annual luncheon will include speakers from the community as well as expert panelists to spread the message of women’s heart health among attendees. Tickets for the event are $100, and tables for the event can be purchased for $1,000. Tickets may be purchased by calling (925) 705-5287 or visiting www.heart. org/RockfordGoesRed. Saturday, March 24 Brave Beauties - Students in Medicine for the ARTS invites you to the 5th annual Brave Beauties, a free event supporting breast cancer survivors and fighters. Bring a guest and join us for a day of massages, crafts, makeovers, and food. 1-4 p.m. at 1601 Parkview Ave. RSVP by emailing BraveBeautiesinRockford@gmail.com.

Feb. 7, 2018. The Rock River Times.

February 7 - 13

Yamato - The Drummers of Japan WHEN Thursday, February 8 (7:30 p.m.) WHERE Coronado Performing Arts Center Yamato was founded in Japan’s Nara Prefecture in 1993. The troupe has given over 2,500 performances in 51 countries. Every year, Yamato tours the world, creating and presenting original Yamato compositions. For the players of Yamato, every performance is a unique experience.

AE Romance Theater WHEN Friday, February 9 - Saturday, February 10 (7:30 p.m. both days) WHERE Rockford University, Clark Arts Center, Cheek Theatre Once upon a time a showgirl, on the run from the law, hides out in the cottage with seven unworldly professors. Join Artists’ Ensemble Theater for fun and romance in another of their very popular faux radio shows.

FRIDAY Swingbilly RFD

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OPEN STAGE Tuesday & Thursday

KARAOKE Wed at 9:30

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Beethoven WHEN Saturday, February 10 (7:30 p.m.) WHERE Coronado Performing Arts Center This concert performed by the Rockford Symphony Orchestra features percussionist Simon Gomez. The concert includes Serge Prokoﬁev’s Lieutenant Kije Suite, Jame’s MacMillan’s Veni, veni Emmanuel, Kamyar Mohajer’s Bliss, and Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8 in F major.

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Chocolate Sundae Sunday WHEN Sunday, February 11 (2 - 4 p.m.) WHERE Discovery Center Museum Bring your sweet tooth to this mouthwatering event! Assemble a sundae and raise your spoon while delighting in the tunes of Auburn’s Jazz Band. Then put your creative side to work and whip up a heartfelt card or craft at the Valentine creation station. Learn more about Rockford and how it is the perfect getaway! Request your GoRockford guide at gorockford.com/guide.

DEDICATE A SONG FROM THE HEART Details at WNIU.org

The Rock River Times. Feb. 7, 2018.

Death Notices Joseph Johnson 26 Rockford 1/29/2018 Carol Minnick 68 Loves Park 1/29/2018 Timmy Danala 54 Rockford 1/29/2018 Delores Brandon 84 Rockford 1/29/2018 Glen Ricker 73 Rockford 1/29/2018

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Arlene Francisco 94 Rockford 1/30/2018 Earle Moote 76 Rockford 1/30/2018 Thelma Krieg - Cannon 86 Rockford 1/30/2018 Ellen Freudenberg 95 Rockford 1/30/2018 Barbara Montana 86 Rockford 1/30/2018 Joel Cowen 75 Rockford 1/30/2018 Jose Perez 55 Rockford 1/30/2018 Walter Covert 95 Rockford 1/30/2018 Shirley Walker 70 Rockford 1/31/2018 Jimmy Walls 55 Rockford 1/31/2018 Rose Yurek 98 Rockford 1/31/2018 Maurice Irwin 94 Rockford 1/31/2018 Richard Nordlof 84 Rockford 1/31/2018 Matthew Tague 77 Loves Park 1/31/2018 Ruby Patterson 69 Rockford 1/31/2018 Sharon Baker 85 Rockford 1/31/2018 Annette Hall 60 Rockford 2/1/2018 Laurence Nieman 80 Rockton 2/1/2018 Marilyn Parker 87 Rockford 2/1/2018 Robert Parlow 60 Rockford 2/1/2018 Timothy Goluba 52 Rockford 2/1/2018 David Gough 82 Loves Park 2/1/2018

Ruth Lindstrom 95 Rockford 2/1/2018 Rachel Jimenez 40 Rockford 2/1/2018 Carolyn McCullough 69 Rockford 2/1/2018 George Lovelady 77 Rockford 2/1/2018 Joseph Adolphson 35 Rockford 2/1/2018 Jateyrrica Scott 24 Rockford 2/1/2018 Edgar Engelkens 82 Rockford 2/2/2018 Gordon Askvig 67 Rockford 2/2/2018 James Gilliland 80 Rockford 2/2/2018 Glenford Olivera 57 Rockford 2/2/2018 Robert Meserole 80 Rockford 2/2/2018 Vel Weckerly 88 Loves Park 2/3/2018 Donna Nevans 54 Rockford 2/3/2018 Linda Eaton 55 South Beloit 2/3/2018 Dorothy Betz 94 Rockford 2/3/2018 Souh Ndoroum 60 Rockford 2/3/2018 Yang McDonald 81 Rockford 2/4/2018 Barbara Anderson 81 Rockford 2/4/2018 Kathy Mann 59 Rockford 2/4/2018 Erwin Dach 91 Rockford 2/4/2018 Carolyn Mcneil 84 Roscoe 2/4/2018 Esther Nyen 98 Rockford 2/4/2018 Karen Enrico 68 Machesney Park 2/4/2018 Paul Grubb 97 Rockford 2/5/2018 Milton Jensen 94 Rockford 2/5/2018 Wanda Davis 84 Rockford 2/5/2018 Death notices are provided by the Winnebago County Coroner’s office.

Week of January 28 to February 3, 2018 ARIES

Whether or not you’re currently single, someone will make quite an impression on you this week. A birth in your family will be the source of great joy.

TAURUS

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You’ll expand your circle of friends. 2014-2015,” Schuchat in a telephone You’llsaid be especially vocal early in the week and will probably find yourinterview. selfisin now the spotlight. This should The United States 10 weeks intohelp you settle an is interesting deal.to the current flu season, which expected last for at least several more weeks. GEMINI The dominant strain during flu on Before spending a lotthis of money season is an especially type a singlenasty purchase, askcalled yourself if youthat reallyinneed it. You’ll be reinfluenza A (H3N2) seasons past wardeddisease for your patience. was linked with severe and death, especially in the elderly and young. CANCER Schuchat was named acting CDC director The coming week will be an emotional earlier this week after Brenda Fitzgerald rollerDr. coaster of sorts. You’ll need to spend a considerable amount of resigned from the post because of financial money on an unplanned expense. A conflicts of interest, including purchases pay raise orstocks other financial break of tobacco and healthcare while in will ease your worries about retirement. office. Flu is widespreadLEO in 48 states, down from 49 last week, withSometimes Oregon you reporting less need to take a few steps back to give yourself the moflu activity, the CDC said. mentum to accomplish “We are not out of the woods something yet,” big. You’ll feel especially creative Schuchat said, noting that sick people this week and might even whip up should stay home ato avoid transmitting masterpiece. the virus to others, frequently wash hands and cover their mouth VIRGOwhile coughing or Your friends will invite you on all sneezing. fun outings thisnot week. You’ll The CDC official kinds alsoofsaid it was too have a stroke of genius that’ll help late to get a flu vaccine. you solve a good part of your financial troubles.

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You’ll be in charge of an event that will bring together a lot of people. At work, an emergency meeting that you’ll be leading could turn into a party.

$300M health care system cost to protect religious rights SCORPIO

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s new effort to protect the rights of health workers who object to participating in abortions and other procedures will cost the health care system more than $300 million to set up, according to a government estimate. More than 40 complaints have been filed since Trump’s election, alleging violations of conscience and religious rights. An estimated 18 million people work in the nation’s health care system. “This is looking for a problem,” said critic Susan Berke Fogel, a lawyer who directs reproductive health work for the nonprofit National Health Law Program. But enforcement of federal laws that are supposed to protect religious and conscience rights has long been a priority for social conservatives, a steadfast constituency for Trump represented in the White House by Vice President Mike Pence. “For too long, conscience and religious freedom were treated as second-class rights,” Roger Severino, director of the Health and Human Services civil rights office, said in an interview. “They’re getting the proper focus they deserve.”

You’ll feel endlessly inspired by a conversation with someone you’ve always underestimated. You’ll learn something new about yourself and A new division of Severino’s office will might feel particularly spiritual. focus on cases where clinicians object to participating in abortion, euthanasia and SAGITTARIUS Tension isitinwould the air, violate and this will other procedures because you to seek a more active social their conscience orlead religious beliefs. life to help you unwind. You’ll expeHospitals, nursing homes, state health rience an illumination of sorts that programs, pharmacies and service will guide youother toward new, exciting providers would face costs of $311 million horizons. in the first year to meet new requirements CAPRICORN such as posting employee notices, drafting You have documentation, a big decision to make. policies and maintaining Take your time, and be sure to conaccording to a government Costs sider every estimate. possible outcome. Some would average $125 million a year thereafter. changes will be necessary for you The government’s own cost to continue on is theestimated right path. at $900,000 a year. AQUARIUS “We’re trying to make the burden as light You’ll be quite busy at work this week. as possible,” said Severino, a lawyer who’s You’ll need to surround yourself with worked for conservative as well the right groups people in order to get as everythe Justice Department’s civil rights office. thing done. At home, you’ll take care some long-overdue cleaning. But LGBT and of women’s groups fear the administration will provide cover for PISCES as a pretext for clinicians to use religion Your self-esteem will see a boost denying needed care some patients. andto you’ll feel more accomplished, Before Trump was number bothelected, personallythe and professionally. of conscience and religion You’ll havecomplaints the opportunityfiled to stand out and makeone an per impression with the office averaged about year. on your peers. –Associated Press

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Horoscope Week of February 4 to 10, 2018 ARIES

Expect to go through a wide range of emotions this week. You’ll also reconsider your relationship with certain people and realize that you’d be better off without a few of them.

TAURUS

Someone will pressure you into making a decision, but you should hold your ground and take the time that you need to fully assess the situation. Make sure you aren’t missing any key information.

GEMINI

You’ll find yourself with a mountain of work to do, and most of it will be urgent. While this will be stressful, it will also prove valuable to your overall career path.

CANCER

You prefer to avoid the spotlight but will find yourself in it this week. You’ll be asked to do something that will require you to overcome your shyness, such as public speaking.

LEO

If your children have left home for a while now, it may be the right time for you to put the family home on the market. A marriage proposal is in the works.

VIRGO

Lots of deep conversations are in the cards this week. At work, you’ll expand your client base and succeed in assembling a team to help your business thrive. Your orders and suggestions will be well received.

LIBRA

Finances are a source of stress for many people. Take the time to discuss your situation openly with the right people and you’ll find a solution before you know it.

SCORPIO

You’ll feel on top of the world this week. You’re ready for everything life throws your way, and your professional life will benefit greatly from this newfound enthusiasm.

SAGITTARIUS

You appreciate good company and will dedicate yourself entirely to those you hold dear. Be careful, though. Some people may take advantage of your generosity.

CAPRICORN

This week will be stressful for one reason or another. You’ll find the necessary motivation to start eating healthier or exercising more regularly.

AQUARIUS

An unexpected bump in the road could slow you down. It may be a good idea to reschedule a few meetings this week to avoid becoming overwhelmed. The time is right for you to start your own business.

PISCES

A few of your friends will invite you to join them on a spontaneous trip. Nothing will make you happier than having your feet in the sand while winter rages on at home.

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Government Notices n n n LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Rockford Park District intends to contract for the following items and services; specifications are on file with Demandstar.com or Jacki Minnihan, Purchasing Dept, Rockford Park District, 401 South Main St, Rockford, IL 61101, Phone: (815) 969-4094. The Rockford Park District invites qualified firms to submit bids for Portable Toilet Rental Service. Bids will be opened at the Rockford Park District, Webbs Norman Center Board Room, 401 South Main St, Rockford, IL 61101 (Purchasing Dept (815) 969-4062). The Rockford Park District reserves the unrestricted right to reject any or all bids received, to waive or not to waive any informality, or to accept the bid considered to be in the best interest of the Park District. Contractor shall not pay less than the prevailing rates of wages to all laborers, workmen, and mechanics performing work under this contract, and shall comply with the requirements of the IL Wages of Employees on Public Works Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12). Bid No. 18-2197 – Portable Toilet Rental Service Pre-Bid Conference: Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 10:00 a.m., Webbs Norman Center Board Room Bid Opening: Tuesday, February 20, 2018, at 2:00 p.m., Webbs Norman Center Board Room, 401 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101 BY: Julianne C. Elliott, Secretary 8558R TRRT 2/7

Public Notices n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY – IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate of: GRACE FRANCES INGOGLIA Deceased. CASE NO. 2018 P 5 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION – INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATION AND CLAIMS Notice is given of the death of Grace Frances Ingoglia of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on January 10, 2018, to Robert Graulich, as Independent Executor, 9008 Leicester Way, Roscoe, IL 61073, whose attorney is Theodore Liebovich, 415 South Mulford Road, P.O. Box 6066, Rockford, IL 61125-1066. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before July 24, 2018, that date being 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, as amended whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court at Winnebago County Courthouse, Probate Division, 400 West State St., Rockford, Illinois 61101 or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. ROBERT GRAULICH, Executor 8503R TRRT 2/7 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: WENDELL R. JONES,

Deceased. CASE NO. 2018 P 11 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of WENDELL R. JONES. Letters of Office were issued on January 17, 2018, to LINDA L. FAHERTY, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is BRIAN K. LARKIN, ONE COURT PLACE, SUITE 301, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before July 24, 2018, that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. DATED January 17, 2018 /s/ Linda L. Faherty LINDA L. FAHERTY Brian K. Larkin Attorney at Law One Court Place, Suite 301 Rockford, IL 61101 815-964-4601 8500R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a real estate management business in said County and State under the name of Onward Equity at the following post office addresses: 3223 Montlake Dr., Rockford, IL 61114; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Craig Wilcox; Molly Wilcox SIGNED: Craig Wilcox 1/22/18 SIGNED: Molly Wilcox 1/22/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8549R TRRT 2/14 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ALVIN O. WORTHINGTON, Deceased. NO. 2018-P-22 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of ALVIN O. WORTHINGTON, of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on January 16, 2018, to LARRY D. POWLESS, whose address is 2401 Vernon St., Rockford, IL 61103, and whose attorneys are Fearer, Nye & Chadwick, 420 4th Avenue, PO Box 117, Rochelle, IL 61068. Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of the Court at Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the representative, or both, no later than July 31, 2018, 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 10 days after it has been filed. FEARER, NYE & CHADWICK, Attorneys for LARRY D.

POWLESS, Executor of the Estate of ALVIN O. WORTHINGTON, deceased 8534R TRRT 2/14 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE ESTATE OF: JAMES K. MCEACHRAN, Deceased. No. 2018 P 32 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of JAMES K. MCEACHRAN. Letters of Office were issued on January 22, 2018 to RUTHANNE MARKUNAS, of 9822 Shore Drive, Machesney Park, Illinois 61115, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is James M. DiVerde, Jr. of HOWARD & HARDYMAN, LLP, 124 N. Water Street, Suite 100, Rockford, Illinois 61107. Any claims against the Estate may be filed on or before July 31, 2018, that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the Estate must be filed with the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. DATED: January 25, 2018 RUTHANNE MARKUNAS, Independent Executor James M. DiVerde, Jr. ARDC# 6312675 HOWARD & HARDYMAN, LLP 124 N. Water Street, Suite 100 Rockford, Illinois 61107 (815) 964-8888 jdiverde@howardhardyman.com Attorneys for the Estate of JAMES K. MCEACHRAN 8535R TRRT 2/14 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NOTICE OF FILING A REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: James Lee Winfrey Jr. Current Name Case Number: 17 MR 1164 There will be a court hearing on my request to change my name from: James Lee Winfrey, Jr. to the new name of: Kenyatta Asa Shakur. The court hearing will be held: on February 28, 2018, at 10:00 a.m., at 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL, Winnebago County, in Courtroom # 412. /s/ James Lee Winfrey, Jr. James Lee Winfrey, Jr. Current Name 8536R TRRT 2/14 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.DALE GATES, et al Defendant 17CH 0000565 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 14, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 16, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen

Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ONE HUNDRED FOUR (104) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HARRISON AVENUE SECOND SUBDIVISION, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BEING SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 1, AND ALSO A PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 2, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 12 OF PLATS ON PAGE 48 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 2720 9TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 15-01105-007. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-09915.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-09915 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 0000565 TJSC#: 38-31 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075400 P8537R 2/14 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: CROWDER C. SADDLER, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 564 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of CROWDER C. SADDLER. Letters of Office were issued on January 24, 2018 to REVA SADDLER, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO, 535 Loves Park Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before August 2, 2018, that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Div. at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Div., must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. DATED: 1/29/18 REVA SADDLER, ADMINISTRATOR ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO #87 Attorney for Estate 535 Loves Park Drive Loves Park, IL 61111 815/654-3060 8546R TRRT 2/14 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (MINOR CHILDREN) REQUEST OF: Alyssa Rose Posch TO CHANGE NAMES OF MINOR CHILDREN Case Number 18 MR 51 Notice is hereby given, that on March 29, 2018 at 10:00 a.m., in Courtroom 426, I will present a Petition requesting that the Court change his/her present name of Emma Marie Montoya, a minor, to the name of Emma Marie Posch. The hearing will take place at Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State St. in Rockford, Illinois. /s/ Alyssa Posch Alyssa Rose Posch 8547R TRRT 2/14

n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a educational tutoring, resource, etc. business in said County and State under the name of Revive Learning Center at the following post office addresses: 2116 Andews St., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Trinetta Holmes, 815-621-1916 SIGNED: Trinetta Holmes 1/26/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 26th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8548R TRRT 2/14 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of: DOCTOR B. GEORGE, Deceased. Case No. 2018 P 38 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of DOCTOR B. GEORGE, who died on June 20, 2017. Letters of Office were issued on JANUARY 23, 2018 to BEVERLY A. WHITE, 806 Brooke Rd., Rockford, IL 61104, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Douglas R. Henry, of Barrick, Switzer, Long, Balsley & Van Evera, 6833 Stalter Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61108. Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before July 31, 2018, that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk, Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the Estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office, Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative and to her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated: January 31, 2018. /s/Beverly A. White, Executor DOUGLAS R. HENRY - 6229426 BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 962-6611 dhenry@bslbv.com 8552R TRRT 2/14 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate of JOHN GARCIA, Deceased 18P 12 AFFIDAVIT FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/2-206 - service by publication: affidavit; mailing certificate Lynne Kralovec of Kralovec Jambois & Schwartz, on oath states as to heirs that cannot be found after diligent inquiry: - Hortencia Rosales, adult daughter - Michael Garcia, adult son Notice is given to heirs of the death of the above named decedent, John Garcia. Letters of Office were issued to Jeffrey

Garcia, 1327 5th Ave. Rockford, IL 61104, as independent administrator, whose attorney of record is Lynne Kralovec, Kralovec Jambois & Schwartz, 60 W. Randolph St. 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601. The Estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act III. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, par. 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk. Attorney for Estate: Lynne Kralovec Kralovec Jambois & Schwartz 60 W. Randolph St., 4th Fl. Chicago, IL 60601 312-782-2525 I3074965 P8529R TRRT 2/14 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: MARY C. HENNIG, Deceased. CASE NO. 2018 P 40 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of MARY C. HENNIG on October 11, 2017. Letters of Office were issued on January 29, 2018 to ELIZABETH HENNIG who is the legal representatives of the estate. The attorney for the estate is ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO, 535 Loves Park Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before August 9, 2018, that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Div. at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Div., must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. DATED: 2/5/18 ELIZABETH HENNIG, EXECUTOR ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO #87 Attorney for Estate 535 Loves Park Drive Loves Park, IL 61111 815/654-3060 8569R TRRT 2/21 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ALPINE BANK & TRUST COMPANY, as Successor, in interest to ALPINE BANK OF ILLINOIS, Plaintiff, vs. VINCENT J. SANSONE, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 2018 CH 92 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE To: UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, defendants in the above-entitled cause, that the above suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court for the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, by the said plaintiff against you and

other defendants, praying for foreclosure of a mortgage and other relief on the following described property in which you have or claim an interest: Part of Lot Seven (7) in Block Twenty-three (23) as designated upon the Plat of Riverside Addition, City of Rockford, the Plat of which Addition is recorded in Book 4 of Plats on page 5 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, bounded as follows, to-wit: Beginning at the point of intersection of the Southeasterly line of Union Avenue with the line between Lots Seven (7) and Eight (8) in said Block; thence Southeasterly along the line between said Lots Seven (7) and Eight (8) to a point Forty-seven (47) feet Northwesterly from the Southeasterly line of said lot; thence Northeasterly parallel with the Southeasterly line of said lot to the Northeasterly line of said Lot Seven (7); thence Northwesterly along said Northeasterly line to the Southeasterly line of Union Avenue; thence Southwesterly along said Southeasterly line of Union Avenue to the place of beginning; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. commonly known as: 1407 Post Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103 P.I.N. Number: 11-14-434-002 Title Holder of Record: VINCENT J. SANSONE Identification of Mortgage: Payment and Release of Mortgage from Vincent J. Sansone, un married individual, to Alpine Bank of Illinois dated January 26, 2007 and recorded January 31, 2007 as Document No. 0705828 to secure $59,700.00. Now, therefore, unless you, the said defendants, “Unknown Tenants”, “Unknown Owners” and “Non-Record Claimants” file your answer in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, on or before MARCH 15, 2018, default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. Dated: February 6, 2018 WILLIAMSMcCARTHYLLP /s/ Thomas P. Sandquist Thomas P. Sandquist Its Attorneys Prepared By: Thomas P. Sandquist #06198232 WILLIAMSMcCARTHYLLP 120 West State Street P.O. Box 219 Rockford, Illinois 61105 (815) 987-8900 tsandquist@wilmac.com 8570R TRRT 2/21 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a real estate sales & property management company business in said County and State under the name of Craig & Molly at the following post office addresses: 3223 Montlake Dr., Rockford, IL 61114; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Craig Wilcox; Molly Wilcox SIGNED: Craig Wilcox 1/22/18 SIGNED: Molly Wilcox 1/22/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8550R TRRT 2/14

February 7, 2018 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS BMO HARRIS BANK N.A. Plaintiff, -v.BEVERLY D. SMITH, AS ADMINISTRATOR, et al Defendant 17 CH 00550 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 25, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 9, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT THREE AND THE EAST FIVE FEET IN WIDTH OF LOT FOUR IN BLOCK THREE AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF ORINDA ACRES SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF SEC. 33-44-2, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 27 OF PLATS ON PAGE 46 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE WEST LINE OF SAID PREMISES BEING PARALLEL WITH AND FIVE FEET WEST OF THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT FOUR. Commonly known as 5035 TAMERY LN, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-33327-004. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale

room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-09425. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-09425 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00550 TJSC#: 37-10032 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3073328 P8492R TRRT 2/7 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET MORTGAGE PRODUCTS, INC., MORTGAGE ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-RS5 Plaintiff, -v.TIFFANY D JUMBECK A/K/A TIFFANY D HYRKAS, et al Defendant 16 CH 771 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 8, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 9, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT FIVE (5) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF EAST HIGH SUBDIVISION BEING A PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 20 OF PLATS ON PAGE 190 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS . Commonly known as 1403 27TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-30454-008. The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 258377. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 258377 Case Number: 16 CH 771 TJSC#: 37-11374 I3073332 P8493R TRRT 2/7 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL ILLINOIS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MARSHALL STEINKE A/K/A MARSHALL D. STEINKE, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000614 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 25,

2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 7, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: COMMENCING ON THE NORTH LINE OF ELGIN STREET AT 4 CHAINS AND 58 LINKS EASTERLY FROM THE INTERSECTION OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION WITH THE NORTH LINE OF ELGIN STREET AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH THE SOUTH LINE OF THE RAILROAD; THENCE SOUTH 75 DEGREES WEST ALONG SAID RAILROAD, 2 CHAINS AND 3 LINKS; THENCE SOUTH TO THE NORTH LINE OF ELGIN STREET; THENCE NORTH 85 DEGREES EAST 1 CHAIN 96 1/2 LINKS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 508 ELGIN STREET, CHERRY VALLEY, IL 61016 Property Index No. 16-01202-003. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other

county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-11136. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-11136 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH0000614 TJSC#: 37-10030 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3073907 P8494R TRRT 2/7 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-KS3; Plaintiff, 16 CH 346 vs. SHERRY ZACK, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR ESTATE OF MELMA NORWOOD (DECEASED); UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MELMA NORWOOD; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (MERS) AS NOMINEE FOR GSF MORTGAGE CORP; MELMA WALKER, JESSE NORWOOD; EILEEN NORWOOD; MYRAH BEAN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 346 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT TWENTY-FOUR (24) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF COUNTRY AIR ESTATES BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 32 OF PLAT RECORDS ON PAGE 15 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, EXCEPTING:

THE SOUTH TWELVE AND ONE-HALF (12 1/2) FEET IN WIDTH OF SAID LOT, THE NORTH LINE OF SAID EXCEPTED TRACT BEING PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT; SITUATED IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 554-556 Sandra Lane, Rockford, IL 61107. P.I.N. 12-21-426-002. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Ms. Nicole Fox at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Potestivo & Associates, P.C., 251 Diversion Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. (248) 853-4400 ext 1200. C16-35937 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3074016 P8495R TRRT 2/7 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. JIMMY L. TILLMAN SR. AKA JIMMY L. TILLMAN AKA JIMMY L. PARHAM AKA JIMMY LEE TILLMAN SR. AKA JIMMY TILLMAN SR.; SUSAN TILLMAN AKA SUSAN D. TILLMAN AKA SUSAN D BUSH AKA SUSAN DAWN TILLMAN; CITY OF ROCKFORD; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 600 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT SIX (6) IN BLOCK FIVE (5) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF W. T. ROBERTSON’S SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF STOCKHOLM PARK SUBDIVISION, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 5 OF PLATS ON PAGE 67 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 12-30-379-004. Commonly known as 1116 24th Street, Rockford, Illinois 61108. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney,

Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F14070196 I3074032 P8496R TRRT 2/7 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS M&T BANK Plaintiff, -v.LAKITHIA WILLIAMS, et al Defendant 17 CH 00070 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 27, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 6, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT TWO (2) IN BLOCK THREE (3) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF GODFREY’S SUNNYSIDE SUBDIVISION, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCK FOUR (4) AND PART OF BLOCK THREE (3) OF GREENWOOD SUBDIVISION, THE PLAT OF WHICH RESUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 12 OF PLATS ON PAGE 41 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1543 RURAL STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 11-24-326006 (204C045). The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE

WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-00296. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-00296 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00070 TJSC#: 37-9131 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3072489 P8497R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Drywall, Carpentry, Remodeling business in said County and State under the name of Hernandez Drywall at the following post office addresses: 2355 Wisconsin Rd., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Everardo Hernandez SIGNED: Everardo Hernandez 1/16/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 16th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8522R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Sales of clothing, Alterations and Services business in said County and State under the name of Isa’s Moda, Estilo and Services at the following post office addresses: 1225 Broadway, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Maria Garcia SIGNED: Maria Garcia 1/24/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 24th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8543R TRRT 2/14

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT LLC; Plaintiff, vs. JACQUELIN THOMAS; Defendants, 17 CH 641 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot five (5) in Block Seven (7) as designated upon the Plat of South Park Subdivision of a part of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 35, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of which subdivision is recorded in Book 58 of deeds (plats) on Page 282 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois. Excepting the East 110 feet of said Lot, the West line of said excepted tract being parallel with the East line of said Lot; situated in Winnebago County and State of Illinois. P.I.N. 11-35-232-014. Commonly known as 1018 17th Avenue, Rockford, IL 61104. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-024069 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3075731 P8555R TRRT 2/21 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.TERRY N. CHESNUT, et al Defendant 17 CH 0000291 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 21, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 23, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT THIRTY-SEVEN (37) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF CHEYENNE HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION PLAT NO. 6 PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH,

RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 32 OF PLATS ON PAGE 112 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3116 LOOKOUT DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-18103-003. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-03673. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-03673 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 0000291

TJSC#: 38-88 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075897 P8556R TRRT 2/21 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.FELICE JENKINS A/K/A FELICE A. JENKINS, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000590 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 14, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 16, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT FOUR (4) IN BLOCK FOUR (4) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF BANKS ADDTION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 86 OF PLATS ON PAGE 105 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1316 6TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-26-479004 (206D394). The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE

WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-10361. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-10361 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH0000590 TJSC#: 38-26 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075865 P8557R TRRT 2/21 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a mobile extrication of vehicles unit for fire service training business in said County and State under the name of Auto X Extrication at the following post office addresses: 5534 Chestnut St., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Rebecca Sprague SIGNED: Rebecca Sprague 1/31/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 31st day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8572R TRRT 2/21 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS. STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION ESTATE OF: RONALD C. GRAHF, Deceased. Case No. 2017-P-522 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of Ronald C. Grahf. Letters of Office were issued on November 30, 2017 to Jennifer Behrens, 6938 42nd Street, Rockford, Illinois, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Debra A. Delia, Oliver Close, LLC, 124 N. Water Street, Suite 300, P.O. Box 4749, Rockford, IL 61110-4749. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before August 8, 2018, that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate

Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk--Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated: February 1, 2018 Jennifer Behrens Independent Administrator Debra A. Delia, ARDC #6195886 OLIVER CLOSE, LLC 124 N. Water Street, Suite 300 P.O. Box 4749 Rockford, IL 61110-4749 Telephone: 815-963-0009 Telefax: 815-963-0339 8559R TRRT 2/21 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, Plaintiff, VS. DAVID BROWN, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMAINTS and CLAIMANTS AND UNKNOWN TENANTS, Defendants. CASE NO. 2018 CH 77 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THE REQUISITE Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to Unknown others, Nonrecord Claimants and Unknown Tenants, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, against you praying for a foreclosure of a mortgage upon the following property: Lot Six (6) in Block Two (2) as designated upon the Plat of Knapp & Robertson’s Subdivision, of a part of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 22, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 5 of Plats on Page 28 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as: 436 Forest Avenue Rockford, Illinois 61101. Property Code: 202B 479 P.I.N. Number: 11-22-126-028 And for other relief, that the action was filed on or about January 28,2018. That Summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is still pending. The record titleholder of the real estate is David Brown. An identification of the mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: Mortgagor – David Brown Mortgagee – Northwest Bank of Rockford Date of Mortgage – August 19, 2009. Date of Recording – August 20, 2009. County of Recording – Winnebago Recording Document – 200900943893 NOW THEREFORE, unless you Unknown Others, Nonrecord Claimants and Unknown Tenants, the said Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, 400 W. State Street in the City of Rockford, State of Illinois on or before March

30, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that date and a judgment may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint. Dated at Rockford, IL on the 30th day of January, 2018. Thomas A. Klein, Clerk of the Circuit Court Winnebago County, Illinois Plaintiff’s Attorney Timothy F. Horning #973 MEYER & HORNING, P.C. 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 8560R TRRT 2/21 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ADVIA CREDIT UNION f/k/a FIRST AMERICAN CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs. LINDA VANLANINGHAM a/k/a LINDA M. VANLANINGHAM; LEONORA RYKOWSKI a/k/a LEONORA A. RYKOWSKI; LOUIS LUCCHESI a/k/a LOUIS A. LUCCHESI; CYRUS LUCCHESI a/k/a CYRUS J. LUCCHESI; TRI L LANDSCAPING, LTD.; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CAPITAL ONE BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 2018 CH 66 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled cause, that the above-entitled Mortgage Foreclosure action was filed on January 24, 2018, and is now pending. 1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. 2. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above. 3. The names of the title holders of record are: Linda VanLaningham a/k/a Linda M. VanLaningham, Leonora Rykowski a/k/a Leonora A. Rykowski, Louis Lucchesi a/k/a Louis A. Lucchesi, and Cyrus Lucchesi a/k/a Cyrus J. Lucchesi. 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Lots Eighty (80) and Eighty-one (81) as designated upon the Plat of Fair Oaks Addition to South Beloit, the Plat of which Addition is recorded in Book 11 of Plats on Pages 15 and 16 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. PIN: 04-07-257-002 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 335 Springfield Avenue, South Beloit, Illinois 61080 6. An identification of the Mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: a. Name of Mortgagors: Linda M. VanLaningham, Leonora A. Rykowski, Louis A. Lucchesi, and Cyrus J. Lucchesi b. Name of Mortgagee: First American Credit Union n/k/a Advia Credit Union c. Date of Mortgage: April 23, 2010 d. Date of Recording April 27, 2010 e. County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois f. Recording Document Identification: Document No. 20101015291 NOW THEREFORE, unless you, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint for Foreclosure

in this cause or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the offices of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, on or before March 9, 2018 (which is the 30th day after the first publication of this notice), default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. RENO & ZAHM LLP BY: /s/ Michael G. Schultz Michael G. Schultz, Attorney for Advia Credit Union f/k/a First American Credit Union, Plaintiff RENO & ZAHM LLP Jamie S. Cassel (#06200979) Michael G. Schultz (#06297569) 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 987-4050 jsc@renozahm.com mgs@renozahm.com 8561R TRRT 2/21 n n n U Stor 3000 Charles Street Rockford, IL 61108 Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property Notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 4 of the Self Service Storage facility act, in the state of Illinois. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on February 23rd, at 3:00 p.m. on the premise where said property has been stored and which is located at 3000 Charles Street Rockford Illinois 61108. The personal property described below. 425 – Carol Howard; 402 – Nicole Sowl; 141- Brandon Dye; 313 – Edwin Diaz; 909 – Leslie Johnson; 213 – Joseph Williamson; 311 – Tiffany Pearson; 400 – Brian Lindberg; 176 - Crystal White; 105 - Joanna Silva; 610 – Kristina Weinshenker; 933 – William Brown; 925 – Michael Sweeney; Units are auctioned by lot. Purchases must be with cash only and be paid for at the time of sale. All goods must be removed within 24 hours of purchase. Sale is subject to adjournment. 8562R TRRT 2/14 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SAMUEL N. DARBY and KAREN DARBY, Plaintiff, vs. CHRISTIAN J. DARBY, SARAH B. DARBY, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS, ROCK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants. No. 18 CH 81 SUBJECT TO MEDIATION TIER 3 FILER NOTICE OF FORCLOSURE The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, NOTICE is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, by the said Plaintiff against you and other Defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage concerning the premises described as follows, to-wit: Lot Sixty-two (62) and the North One-half (1/2) of Lot Sixty-three (63) as designated upon the Plat of Welty’s Third Longview Addition, part

of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 19, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of which is recorded in Book 19 of Plats on page 11 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, the South line of said tract being parallel with the line between said two lots; situated in Winnebago County, State of Illinois. commonly known as 509 Calvin Park Boulevard, Rockford, IL 61107; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. The Mortgage sought to be foreclosed is identified as follows: First Mortgage dated October 28, 2003 and recorded in Winnebago County on October 30, 2003 as Document Number: 3101808. Second Mortgage dated June 9, 2008 and recorded in Winnebago County on June 30, 2008 as Document Number: 200800831530. Third Mortgage dated August 30, 2012 and recorded in Winnebago County on August 30, 2012 as Document Number: 20121034514. Third Mortgage: August 30, 2012 NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named Defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse, in the City of Rockford, Illinois, on or before the 14th day of March, 2018, default may be entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. THOMAS A. KLEIN Clerk of the Circuit Court 17th Judicial Circuit Winnebago County, Illinois JAMES A. RODRIGUEZ ARDC #6290587 GUYER & ENICHEN, P.C. 2601 Reid Farm Rd., Suite B Rockford, IL 61114 (815) 636-9600 8565R TRRT 2/21 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a serving the public with delicious goods business in said County and State under the name of Bite Delights at the following post office addresses: 1007 Brooke Rd., Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ariana Martin, 815-593-8735; Amanda Olmstead SIGNED: Ariana Martin 2/5/18 SIGNED: Amanda Olmstead 2/5/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 5th day of February, A.D. 2018. Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8571R TRRT 2/21

February 7, 2018 The Rock River Times. n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Remodeling, Construction business in said County and State under the name of MGM-K Company at the following post office addresses: 3261 Forest View Rd., Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Manuel Meza SIGNED: Manuel Meza 1/16/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 16th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8523R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Decorations, Rental Equipment, Party Planning business in said County and State under the name of Couture Weddings & Events By Yoselyn at the following post office addresses: 1617 Montague St., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Yoselyn Garcia Rios, 815-378-5381 SIGNED: Yoselyn Garcia Rios 1/17/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8521R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Cleaning Service Residential, Commercial business in said County and State under the name of E’s Cleaning Service at the following post office addresses: 2131 Harrison Ave., Lot M14, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jeniffer Mercado; Elfega Torres SIGNED: Jeniffer Mercado 1/26/18 SIGNED: Elfega Torres 1/26/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 26th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8541R TRRT 2/14 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Consulting business in said County and State under the name of G.I.I. Consulting at the following post office addresses: 1131 29th St., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Glasa Gottschalk SIGNED: Glasa Gottschalk 1/26/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 26th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8539R TRRT 2/14 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Lawn Care business in

said County and State under the name of Lara’s Lawncare at the following post office addresses: 1008 Willard Ave., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Alberto Lara SIGNED: Alberto Lara 1/26/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 26th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8540R TRRT 2/14 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Automotive Repair Shop business in said County and State under the name of Ricotta’s Automotive at the following post office addresses: 325 Walnut St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tom A. Ricotta SIGNED: Tom A. Ricotta 1/25/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 25th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8542R TRRT 2/14 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ROY C. STRALEY, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 554 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of ROY C. STRALEY. Letters of Office were issued on January 17, 2018 to SHIRLEY A. WEST, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO, 535 Loves Park Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before July 26, 2018, that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Div. at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Div., must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. DATED: 1/22/2018 SHIRLEY A. WEST, ADMINISTRATOR ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO #87 Attorney for Estate 535 Loves Park Drive Loves Park, IL 61111 815/654-3060 8524R TRRT 2/7 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO CITY OF ROCKFORD, a Municipal Corporation Plaintiff, vs. GARLAND F. DAILL JR., LaVEREL W. DAILL DOROTHY LEABOW, and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Defendants. Case No.: 2017-ED-15 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS FOR PUBLICATION

The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Non-Record Claimants and all Unknown Owners, Defendants in the above-entitled cause that the above-entitled action for condemnation was filed on December 26, 2017 and is now pending. 1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. 2. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above. 3. The name of the titleholder of record is Garland F. Daill Jr., LaVerel W. Daill, and Dorothy Leabow. 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: PARCEL 1: A Part of Lots 9 and 10 as designated upon the plat of John Fisher’s Addition, a subdivision of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of said Addition is recorded in Book 35 of Plats on Page 71 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, State of Illinois, described as follows: Beginning at a ½” iron pin at the southeast corner of the north half of said Lot 9; thence North 48 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds West (Bearings assumed for description purposes only), 11.31 feet on the south line of the north half of said Lot 9; thence North 22 degrees 12 minutes 52 seconds East, 28.00 feet; thence North 2 degrees 13 minutes 02 seconds West, 35.00 feet; thence North 32 degrees 48 minutes 44 seconds West, 35.00 feet; thence North 48 degrees 57 minutes 49 seconds West, 77.85 feet, to the west line of said Lot 10; thence North 40 degrees 35 minutes 00 seconds East, 5.54 feet on the west line of said Lot 10, to the southwest corner of the north 28.5 feet of said Lot 10; thence south 48 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds East, 155.32 feet on the south line of the north 28.5 feet of said Lot 10. To the east line of said Lot 10; thence South 40 degrees 35 minutes 20 seconds West 67.13 feet on the east line of Said Lots 10 and 9, to the Point of Beginning, containing 2,672 square feet (0.061 acre), more or less. PARCEL 2: A part of Lots 8 and 9 as designated upon the plat of John Fisher’s Addition, a subdivision of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of said Addition is recorded in Book 35 of Plats on Page 71 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, State of Illinois, described as follows: Commencing at a ½” iron pin at the southeast corner of the north 13.99 feet of said Lot 9; thence North 48 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds West (bearings assumed for description purposes only), 11.31 feet on the south line of the north half of said Lot 9, to the Point of Beginning. From the Point of Beginning thence North 48 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds West, 10.43 feet on the south line of the north half of said Lot 9; thence North 21 degrees 54 minutes 52 seconds East, 22.44 feet; thence North

2 degrees 13 minutes 02 seconds West, 30.13 feet; thence North 32 degrees 48 minutes 44 seconds West, 30.85 feet; thence North 48 degrees 57 minutes 49 seconds West, 30.85 feet; thence North 48 degrees 57 minutes 49 seconds West, 76.35 feet, to the west line of said Lot 10; thence North 40 degrees 35 minutes 00 seconds East, 10.00 feet on said west line; thence South 32 degrees 48 minutes 44 seconds East, 35.00 feet; thence South 2 degrees 13 minutes 02 seconds East, 35.00 feet; thence South 22 degrees 12 minutes 52 seconds West, 28.00 feet, to the Point of Beginning, containing 1,676 square feet (0.039 acre) more or less. P.I.N. No. 11-23-132-009 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 8XX N. Main Street, Rockford, Illinois And for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of the sale Court against you as provided by law, and that the suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, Non-Record Claimants and Unknown Owners, Defendants, file or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Circuit Court of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, in the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL within thirty (30) days from the date of February 7th, 2018, default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure. Circuit Clerk Matthew D. Flores – ARDC #6323902 City of Rockford Department of Law 425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (779) 348-7154 8563R TRRT 2/21 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO CITY OF ROCKFORD, a municipal corporation Plaintiff, vs. MARK TIETZ, UNKNOWN OWNERS, and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 2017-ED-10 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS FOR PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Non-Record Claimants and all Unknown Owners, Defendants in the above-entitled cause that the above-entitled action for condemnation was filed on August 8, 2017 and is now pending. 1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. 2. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above. 3. The name of the titleholder of record is Mark Tietz. 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: PARCEL 1: A Part of Lots 8 and 9 as designated upon the plat of John Fisher’s Addition, a subdivision of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of said Addition is recorded in Book 35 of Plats on Page 71 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County,

State of Illinois, described as follows: Beginning at a ½” iron pin at the southeast corner of the north 13.99 feet of said Lot 8; thence North 48 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds West (bearings assumed for description purposes only), 4.64 feet on the south line of the north 13.99 feet of said Lot 8; thence North 32 degrees 17 minutes 36 seconds East, 46.23 feet, to the south line of the north half of said Lot 9; thence South 48 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds East, 11.31 feet on said south line to the east line of said lot 9; thence South 40 degrees 35 minutes 20 seconds West, 45.69 feet on the east line of said Lot 9; thence South 40 degrees 35 minutes 20 seconds West, 45.69 feet on the east line of said Lots 9 and 8, to the Point of Beginning, containing 364 square feet (0.008 acre), more or less. PARCEL 2: A part of Lots 8 and 9 as designated upon the plat of John Fisher’s Addition, a subdivision of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of said Addition is recorded in Book 35 of Plats on Page 71 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, State of Illinois, described as follows: Commencing at a ½” iron pin at the southeast corner of the north 13.99 feet of said Lot 8; thence North 48 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds West (Bearing assumed for description purposes only), 4.64 feet on the south line of the north 13.99 of said Lot 8 to the Point of Beginning. From the Point of Beginning thence North 48 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds West, 10.12 feet on the south line of the north 13.99 feet of said Lot 8; thence North 32 degrees 17 minutes 36 seconds East 44.59 feet; thence North 21 degrees 54 minutes 52 seconds East. 1.72 feet, to the south line of the north half of said Lot 9; thence south 48 degrees 54 minutes 15 seconds East, 10.43 feet on said south line; thence South 32 degrees 17 minutes 36 seconds West, 46.23 feet, to the Point of Beginning, containing 463 square feet (0.011 acre), more or less. P.I.N. No. 11-23-132-010 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 8XX N. Main Street, Rockford, Illinois And for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of the sale Court against you as provided by law, and that the suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, Non-Record Claimants and Unknown Owners, Defendants, file or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Circuit Court of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, in the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL within thirty (30) days from the date of February 7th, 2018, default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure. Circuit Clerk Matthew D. Flores – ARDC #6323902

City of Rockford Department of Law 425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (779) 348-7154 8564R TRRT 2/21 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: DALE F. KAEDING, Deceased. Case No. 2018 P 27 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of Dale F. Kaeding. Letters of Office were issued on January 22, 2018 to Barbara A. Kaeding, 18450 Stateline Road, Davis, IL 61019, who is the legal administrator of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Nancy Grimme Schilling, Schilling Law, LLC, 973 Featherstone Road, Suite 350, Rockford, Illinois 61107. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before August 15, 2018, that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office – Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated: January 31, 2018. Barbara A. Kaeding, Administrator, By: Schilling Law, LLC By: /s/ Nancy Grimme Schilling Nancy Grimme Schilling Schilling Law, LLC By: Nancy Grimme Schilling 973 Featherstone Road, Suite 350 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 977-5000 (telephone) 8566R TRRT 2/21 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate of MARTHA L. TRAPANI, Deceased. No. 2018 P 13 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATIONWILL AND CLAIMS NOTICE is given of the death of Martha L. Trapani. Letters of Office were issued on January 11, 2018, to Joseph F. Trapani, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Attorney Charles G. Popp, P.C., 215 South State Street, Belvidere, Illinois. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before August 15, 2018, that date being 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 755 ILCS 5/18-3, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk--Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Di-

vision, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. 8567R TRRT 2/21 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a fundraising business in said County and State under the name of Team Coffee Fundraising at the following post office addresses: 114 Fernridge Dr., Rockton, IL 61072; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Carla McKinney SIGNED: Carla McKinney 2/1/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of February, A.D. 2018. Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8573R TRRT 2/21 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Auto Repair business in said County and State under the name of Soberanes Auto Service at the following post office addresses: 2104 S. 6th St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Marcos Daniel Soberanes Armenta SIGNED: Marcos Daniel Soberanes Armenta 2/2/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of February, A.D. 2018. Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8578R TRRT 2/21 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NANCY M. LINDQUIST, Deceased. Case No. 18 P 29 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of NANCY M. LINDQUIST. Letters of Office were issued on January 22, 2018, to CHIP S. KNILANS, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the estate is David L. Davitt, 4023 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61108. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before August 7, 2018, that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of the claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. DATED: January 29, 2018 David L. Davitt David L. Davitt #6206402 Attorney for Estate 4023 Charles Street Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 229-5333 8568R TRRT 2/21

n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Craft business in said County and State under the name of Intriguing Crafts at the following post office addresses: 9224 Baldwin Dr., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Brett Schmidt SIGNED: Brett Schmidt 1/31/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 31st day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8574R TRRT 2/21 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a online retail business in said County and State under the name of Song Sparrow at the following post office addresses: 943 Goosedown Dr., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Patricia L. Nichele SIGNED: Patricia L. Nichele 1/31/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 31st day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Maria A. Rogers, DEPUTY 8575R TRRT 2/21 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Lawn Care business in said County and State under the name of I Mow Lawn Care at the following post office addresses: 2971 Centerville Rd., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Randy J. Swearingen SIGNED: Randy J. Swearingen 1/30/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 30th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Maria A. Rogers, DEPUTY 8576R TRRT 2/21 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Roofing, Siding, Gutters, Remodeling (interior) business in said County and State under the name of C.A.R. Construction at the following post office addresses: 1012 14th St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Christian A. Arias Ramirez SIGNED: Christian A. Arias Ramirez 2/1/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of February, A.D. 2018. Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8577R TRRT 2/21

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR RMA TRUST SERIES 2016-CTT; Plaintiff, vs. JASON SWANSON AKA JASON R. SWANSON; ANDREA N. BERGAGNA; Defendants, 17 CH 603 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: T H E S O U T H E R LY TWENTY-FIVE (25) FEET IN WIDTH OF LOT EIGHT (8) AND THE NORTHERLY TWELVE AND ONE-HALF (12 1/2) FEET IN WIDTH OF LOT NINE (9) IN BLOCK TWENTY-TWO (22) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HARLEM PARK SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE NORTH HALF (1/2) OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 6 IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; THE NORTHERLY AND SOUTHERLY LINES OF SAID PREMISES BEING PARALLEL WITH THE LINE BETWEEN SAID LOTS EIGHT (8) AND NINE (9); SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1904 Hancock Street, Rockford, IL 61103. P.I.N. 11-13-152-013. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Ms. Nicole Fox at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Potestivo & Associates, P.C., 251 Diversion Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. (248) 853-4400 ext 1200. 107950 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3074031 P8498R TRRT 2/7 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BANKUNITED, N.A., a national banking association, Plaintiff, v. CHRISTIAN LEARN ‘N CARE, LTD., an Illinois corporation; JEAN MARIE McCORMACK; DALE L. McCORMACK; ALL GOD’S CHILDREN, NFP d/b/a ALLEGRO ACADEMY AND LEARNING CENTER, an

Illinois not-for-profit corporation; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; KATHLEEN M. HOLLONBECK; UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS; and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 2018-CH-0000041 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS FOR PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, NOTICE is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, by the said Plaintiff, against you and other Defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage concerning the premises described as follows, to-wit: PART OF LOT FOUR (4) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HAMILTON HILLS SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE S.E. (1/4) OF SEC. 6 AND PART OF THE S.W. (1/4) OF SEC. 5, TWP. 44 N., RGE. 2 E. OF THE 3RD P.M., THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 22 OF PLATS ON PAGE 78 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT FOUR (4), ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-TWO (122.0) FEET SOUTHWESTERLY FROM THE NORTHWESTERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT TO THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE SIXTY-ONE (61.0) FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT TO THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID OF SAID LOT; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, ALSO, THE NORTHEASTERLY ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-TWO (122.0) FEET IN WIDTH OF LOT FOUR IN SAID HAMILTON HILLS SUBDIVISION, THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID PREMISES BEING PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 6413 Forest Hills Road Rockford, Illinois 61114 PROPERTY CODE: 12-05328-004 And for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that the suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint of said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford,

Illinois, on or before the 23rd day of February, 2018, default may be entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. THOMAS A. KLEIN, Clerk of the Circuit Court, 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois PREPARED BY: Matthew M. Hevrin (ARDC #6256083) HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP 100 Park Avenue P.O. Box 1389 Rockford, IL 61105-1389 PHONE: 815-490-4900 FAX: 815-490-4901 mhevrin@hinshawlaw.com 8504R TRRT 2/7 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate of: DAVID C. MARINARO, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 559 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of David C. Marinaro. Letters of Office were issued on January 8, 2018 to Alan Marinaro and Angela Wittman who are the Co-Executors of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Timothy F. Horning, 3400 North Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before July 30, 2018 that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk – Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representatives, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office – Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representatives and to their attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated: January 18, 2018 Alan Marinaro and Angela Wittman Co-Executors of the Estate of David C. Marinaro, Deceased Timothy F. Horning (#973) MEYER & HORNING, P.C. 3400 North Rockton Ave. Rockford, IL 61103 (815) 636-9300 8505R TRRT 2/7 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO In re Adoption of: JACOB STEPHEN GARR, A minor, ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, Defendants. Case No: 2018-AD-0000014 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION TO: ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN TAKE NOTICE that a Petition has been filed in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, for the adoption of a child known as JACOB STEPHEN GARR. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, file your Answer to said Petition in said suit, or otherwise make your appearance herein, in said Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, Winnebago County Courthouse, in the City of Rockford, County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, on or before the 9th day of March 2018, a default may be entered against you at any time after that date and a judgment order entered in accordance with the prayer of

said Petition. DATED at Rockford, Illinois, this 18th day of January, 2018. Thomas A. Klein, Clerk of Court Jody L. Booher (#6292370) BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, Illinois 61108 (815) 962-6611 jbooher@bslbv.com 8506R TRRT 2/7 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate of: WILLIAM FURSETH, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 561 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of William Furseth. Letters of Office were issued on January 8, 2018 to Margaret Franz who is the Executor of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Timothy F. Horning, 3400 North Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before July 30, 2018 that date being 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 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk – Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representatives, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office – Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representatives and to their attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated: January 18, 2018 Margaret Franz Executor of the Estate of William Furseth, Deceased Timothy F. Horning (#973) MEYER & HORNING, P.C. 3400 North Rockton Ave. Rockford, IL 61103 (815) 636-9300 8507R TRRT 2/7 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WALTER BARKER, Petitioner, and ALEASHA STONECIPHER, Respondent. No. 17 F 545 PUBLICATION NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, Aleasha Stonecipher, Respondent, that this cause has been commenced against you in this Court asking for an Allocation of Parental Responsibility and Request for Further Relief. Unless you file your response or otherwise file your appearance in this cause, in the office of the Circuit Clerk, Winnebago County, 400 W. State St., Rockford, Illinois 61101, on or before February 26, 2018, a Judgment and other relief may be granted as prayed for in this Petition. Dated: 6/9/17 /s/ Walter Barker 8508R TRRT 2/7 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: JENNIFER DENISE SILL Current Name Case Number 18 MR 32 There will be a court date

on my Request to change my name from: Jennifer Denise Sill to the new name of: Jennifer Denise Turner. The court date will be held: on March 15, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, in Courtroom # 426. /s/ By: Jennifer Sill Jennifer Sill Current Name 8511R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Transportation service provide service to customers commuting throughout Rockford area business in said County and State under the name of Secure Ride at the following post office addresses: 530 St. Louis Ave., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Antoine Butler Sr. SIGNED: Antoine Butler Sr. 1/17/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8520R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Landscaping and Snow Removal business in said County and State under the name of Leroy’s Landscaping at the following post office addresses: 1208 Lincoln Ave., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Leroy Serrano SIGNED: Leroy Serrano 1/18/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8519R TRRT 2/7 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS AMERICAN CAPITAL GROUP LLC Plaintiff, -v.KENNETH BARNHART, et al Defendant 17 CH 0000557 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 7, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 2, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate; PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE TWO SEPARATE PROPERTIES WILL BE ANNOUNCED AND SOLD INDIVIDUALLY: 1st mortgage LOT ONE (1) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF CHEYENNE HEIGHTS PLAT NO. 4, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 32 OF PLATS ON PAGE 61 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF

WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. 3343 GOLDEN PRAIRIE AVENUE ROCKFORD, IL 61109 2nd mortgage LOT SIX (6) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF SANDY HOLLOW INDUSTRIAL PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) AND THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1(4) OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 37 OF PLATS ON PAGE 69B IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. 5521 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Commonly known as 3343 GOLDEN PRAIRIE AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 5521 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-18178-003, Property Index No. 16-04-452-002. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF

THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-14307. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-14307 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 0000557 TJSC#: 38-556 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3074620 Jan 24, 31; Feb 7, 2018 P8513R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Rental business that will rent out houses and apartments business in said County and State under the name of King Rentals at the following post office addresses: 1120 N. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Hikisha King SIGNED: Hikisha King 1/19/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 19th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8514R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Mexican Restaurant business in said County and State under the name of Raices Restaurant at the following post office addresses: 5880 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61108, inside Valli Produce; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Rodolfo Yaber; Miguel Hernandez SIGNED: Rodolfo Yaber 1/22/18 SIGNED: Miguel Hernandez 1/22/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8515R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a counseling services

business in said County and State under the name of Kayla A. Clayton LCSW at the following post office addresses: 9853 North Alpine Road, #202, Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Kayla A. Clayton SIGNED: Kayla A. Clayton 1/18/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8516R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a buy, fix, sell houses business in said County and State under the name of B Homes at the following post office addresses: 701 Montague St., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jose Francisco Rocha Tapia SIGNED: Jose Francisco Rocha Tapia 1/18/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8517R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a graphic design, copy & print shop business in said County and State under the name of Rite On Time Design at the following post office addresses: 202 N. Church St., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Michael Borowicz; Julie Borowicz SIGNED: Michael Borowicz 1/17/18 SIGNED: Julie Borowicz 1/17/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of January, A.D. 2018. Kimberly Carter, Notary Public My Commission Expires 2/11/2020 8518R TRRT 2/7 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Electrical Contracting business in said County and State under the name of Turner Electric at the following post office addresses: 3612 Harrison Ave., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Adrein Turner, Sr. SIGNED: Adrein Turner, Sr. 2/2/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of February, A.D. 2018. Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8579R TRRT 2/21

February 7, 2018 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ASSOCIATED BANK NA Plaintiff, -v.RICHARD F. WARNER, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000786 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 11, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 28, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT THREE (3) IN BLOCK TWO (2) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF WELDON SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 11 ON PAGE 11 IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1014 MONTAGUE ST, ROCKFORD, IL 61102 Property Index No. 11-27-304005 (207C143). The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU

HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-15065. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-15065 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH0000786 TJSC#: 38-738 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075211 P8525R TRRT 2/14 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT E. BARBER, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000797 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 11, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 28, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 23 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF TOM JONES REALTOR’S HIGHLAND ESTATES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 27 OF PLATS ON PAGE 217 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE

OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 5825 KIRKWOOD DR, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 15-13-477028 (229D223). The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-15245. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE

ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-15245 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH0000797 TJSC#: 38-739 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075200 P8526R TRRT 2/14 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Nail Spa business in said County and State under the name of Zarah Nail Spa at the following post office addresses: 6232 Mulford Village Dr., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Huon Nguyen; Puong Vy Nguyen Ngo SIGNED: Huon Nguyen 1/29/18 SIGNED: Puong Vy Nguyen Ngo 1/29/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 29th day of January, A.D. 2018. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Maria A. Rogers, DEPUTY 8545R TRRT 2/14 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK; Plaintiff, vs. SUSAN ARLOW; ROCK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DRAINAGE DISTRICT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 364 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO, STATE OF ILLINOIS: LOT 5 IN BLOCK 8 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF ELMWOOD PARK, BEING A PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN. Commonly known as 709 Marie Avenue, Machesney Park, IL 61115.

P.I.N. 08-31-359-004. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Mr. David T. Cohen at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Cohen Jutla Dovitz Makowka, LLC, 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531. (708) 460-7711. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3074855 P8528R TRRT 2/14 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.JESSICA M POUPARD, et al Defendant 17 CH 156 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 13, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 14, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-SIX (126) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF SCARDA SUBDIVISION, OF A PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NE 1/4 OF SECTION 11, T. 44 N., R. 1 E OF THE 3RD P.M., THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 22 OF PLATS ON PAGE 32 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3027 ALLINGTON AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-11253-006. The real estate is improved with a single family home with no garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale

is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 260284. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 260284 Case Number: 17 CH 156 TJSC#: 37-11143 I3073738 P8530R TRRT 2/14 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ALPINE BANK & TRUST CO., Plaintiff, v. KEVIN D. ROBERTS; JESSICA A. ROBERTS; UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES;

UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 2017 CH 592 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in the above-entitled cause, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder. A. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Yashekia T. Simpkins, HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP, 100 Park Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61101, Tel. (815) 490-4942. B. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 1120 N. Court Street, Rockford, Illinois 61103. C. The legal description of the real estate is: Parcel I: The Southerly Thirty-three (33) feet of Lot Twelve (12) in Block Four (4) as designated upon the Plat of Coleman and Garrison’s Addition to the City of Rockford, the Plat of which Addition is recorded in Book 37 of Deeds on page 27 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, the Northerly line of said tract being parallel with the Southerly line of said lot; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Parcel II: The Northerly Thirty-five (35) feet of Lot Eleven (11) in Block Four (4) as designated upon the Plat of Coleman and Garrison’s Addition to the City of Rockford, the Plat of which Addition is recorded in Book 37 of Deeds on page 27 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, the Southerly line of said tract being parallel with the Northerly line of said lot; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. D. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: Single-family home with 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, containing approximately 1,375 square feet. E. The time and place of sale will be February 22, 2018, at 11:00 A.M., Winnebago County Justice Center, Lobby, 650 West State Street, Rockford, County of Winnebago, Illinois. F. The terms of the sale are: Ten Percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance is due within 24 hours of sale. The property offered for sale is subject to all real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality of the title and without recourse to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office and in “as is” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. G. Title will be conveyed subject to the following liens and interests: all general real estate taxes, special assessments, if any, easements and restrictions of record, and the interests, if any, of

any tenant in possession. H. The property will not be available for inspection. I. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of subject premises. J. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). ALPINE BANK & TRUST CO., Plaintiff By: HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP Yashekia T. Simpkins One of Its Attorneys PREPARED BY: Yashekia T. Simpkins (ARDC #6307014) HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP 100 Park Avenue P.O. Box 1389 Rockford, IL 61105-1389 Phone: 815-490-4900 Fax: 815-490-4901 ysimpkins@hinshawlaw.com 8531R TRRT 2/14 n n n PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY Amy K. Ganus, Plaintiff vs. Jason A. Ganus, Defendant Case No: 17D486 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Hearing notice with leave to serve by publication is given to you, Jason A. Ganus, defendant, that this case has commenced in this court against you, asking for dissolution of marriage. Unless you file your answer in this case or otherwise appear in the Winnebago County Clerk of Court, 400 W. State St, Rockford IL, courtroom 451, on or before March 5, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. A JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THIS COMPLAINT. Amy Ganus, Plaintiff 8538R TRRT 2/14 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: GERALDINE JAMES Current Name Case Number 18 MR 56 There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Geraldine James to the new name of: Geraldine Yance. The court date will be held: on April 4, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, in Courtroom # 412. /s/ By: Geraldine James Geraldine James Current Name 8580R TRRT 2/21

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n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS BMO HARRIS BANK N.A. Plaintiff, -v.BEVERLY D. SMITH, AS ADMINISTRATOR, et al Defendant 17 CH 00550 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 25, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 9, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5035 TAMERY LN, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-33-327-004. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-09425. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-09425 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00550 TJSC#: 37-10032 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3073328 P8492R TRRT 2/7 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET MORTGAGE PRODUCTS, INC., MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-RS5 Plaintiff, -v.- TIFFANY D JUMBECK A/K/A TIFFANY D HYRKAS, et al Defendant 16 CH 771 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 8, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 9, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1403 27TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-30-454-008. The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 258377. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 258377 Case Number: 16 CH 771 TJSC#: 37-11374 I3073332 P8493R TRRT 2/7 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL ILLINOIS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.- MARSHALL STEINKE A/K/A MARSHALL D. STEINKE, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000614 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 25, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 7, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 508 ELGIN STREET, CHERRY VALLEY, IL 61016 Property Index No. 16-01-202-003. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-11136. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-11136 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH- 0000614 TJSC#: 37-10030 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3073907 P8494R TRRT 2/7 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS M&T BANK Plaintiff, -v.- LAKITHIA WILLIAMS, et al Defendant 17 CH 00070 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 27, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 6, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1543 RURAL STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 11-24-326-006 (204C045). The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-00296. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-00296 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00070 TJSC#: 37-9131 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3072489 P8497R TRRT 2/7 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS AMERICAN CAPITAL GROUP LLC Plaintiff, -v.- KENNETH BARNHART, et al Defendant 17 CH 0000557 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 7, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 2, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate; Commonly known as 3343 GOLDEN PRAIRIE AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 5521 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-18-178-003, Property Index No. 16-04-

452-002. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-14307. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-14307 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 0000557 TJSC#: 38-556 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3074620 P8513R TRRT 2/7 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK; Plaintiff, vs. SUSAN ARLOW; ROCK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DRAINAGE DISTRICT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 364 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 709 Marie Avenue, Machesney Park, IL 61115. P.I.N. 08-31-359-004. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Mr. David T. Cohen at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Cohen Jutla Dovitz Makowka, LLC, 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531. (708) 460-7711. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3074855 P8528R TRRT 2/14

February 7, 2018 The Rock River Times. n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. JIMMY L. TILLMAN SR. AKA JIMMY L. TILLMAN AKA JIMMY L. PARHAM AKA JIMMY LEE TILLMAN SR. AKA JIMMY TILLMAN SR.; SUSAN TILLMAN AKA SUSAN D. TILLMAN AKA SUSAN D BUSH AKA SUSAN DAWN TILLMAN; CITY OF ROCKFORD; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 600 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 12-30-379-004. Commonly known as 1116 24th Street, Rockford, Illinois 61108. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F14070196 I3074032 P8496R TRRT 2/7 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR RMA TRUST SERIES 2016-CTT; Plaintiff, vs. JASON SWANSON AKA JASON R. SWANSON; ANDREA N. BERGAGNA; Defendants, 17 CH 603 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 1904 Hancock Street, Rockford, IL 61103. P.I.N. 11-13-152-013. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Ms. Nicole Fox at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Potestivo & Associates, P.C., 251 Diversion Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. (248) 853-4400 ext 1200. 107950 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3074031 P8498R TRRT 2/7 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- JESSICA M POUPARD, et al Defendant 17 CH 156 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 13, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 14, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3027 ALLINGTON AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-11-253-006. The real estate is improved with a single family home with no garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 260284. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 260284 Case Number: 17 CH 156 TJSC#: 37-11143 I3073738 P8530R TRRT 2/14 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-KS3; Plaintiff, 16 CH 346 vs. SHERRY ZACK, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR ESTATE OF MELMA NORWOOD (DECEASED); UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MELMA NORWOOD; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (MERS) AS NOMINEE FOR GSF MORTGAGE CORP; MELMA WALKER, JESSE NORWOOD; EILEEN NORWOOD; MYRAH BEAN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 346 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 554-556 Sandra Lane, Rockford, IL 61107. P.I.N. 12-21-426-002. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Ms. Nicole Fox at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Potestivo & Associates, P.C., 251 Diversion Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. (248) 853-4400 ext 1200. C16-35937 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3074016 P8495R TRRT 2/7 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT LLC; Plaintiff, vs. JACQUELIN THOMAS; Defendants, 17 CH 641 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 11-35-232-014. Commonly known as 1018 17th Avenue, Rockford, IL 61104. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-024069 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3075731 P8555R TRRT 2/21 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.- TERRY N. CHESNUT, et al Defendant 17 CH 0000291 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 21, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 23, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder,

as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3116 LOOKOUT DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-18-103-003. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-03673. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-03673 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 0000291 TJSC#: 38-88 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075897 P8556R TRRT 2/21 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.- FELICE JENKINS A/K/A FELICE A. JENKINS, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000590 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 14, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 16, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1316 6TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-26-479-004 (206D394). The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney:

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-10361. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-10361 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH- 0000590 TJSC#: 38-26 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075865 P8557R TRRT 2/21 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- DALE GATES, et al Defendant 17CH 0000565 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 14, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on March 16, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2720 9TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 15-01-105-007. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-09915. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-09915 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 0000565 TJSC#: 38-31 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075400 P8537R TRRT 2/14

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n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ASSOCIATED BANK NA Plaintiff, -v.- RICHARD F. WARNER, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000786 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 11, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 28, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1014 MONTAGUE ST, ROCKFORD, IL 61102 Property Index No. 11-27-304-005 (207C143). The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to

file number 14-17-15065. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-15065 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH- 0000786 TJSC#: 38-738 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075211 P8525R TRRT 2/14 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.- ROBERT E. BARBER, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000797 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 11, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 28, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5825 KIRKWOOD DR, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 15-13-477-028 (229D223). The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

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No. 2017 CH 592, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder. 1. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 1120 N. Court Street, Rockford, Illinois 61103. 2. The time and place of sale will be February 22, 2018, at 11:00 A.M., Winnebago County Justice Center, Lobby, 650 West State Street, Rockford, County of Winnebago, Illinois, conducted by the Winnebago County Sheriff. 3. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: Single-family home with 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, containing approximately 1,375 square feet. 4. The terms of the sale are: Ten Percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance is due within 24 hours of sale. The property offered for sale is subject to all real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality of the title and without recourse to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office and in “As Is” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. 5. Title will be conveyed subject to the following liens and interests: all general real estate taxes, special assessments, if any, easements and restrictions of record, and the interests, if any, of any tenant in possession. 6. The property will not be available for inspection. 7. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. 8. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). 9. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Yashekia T. Simpkins, HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP, 100 Park Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101, Tel (815) 490-4942. NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT,YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THE LAW FIRM OF HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 8531R TRRT 2/14

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The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-15245. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-15245 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH- 0000797 TJSC#: 38-739 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3075200 P8526R TRRT 2/14 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in Winnebago County Case

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Mr. Green Car

Why autonomous cars are coming By Allen Penticoff

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started out to write a David Letterman-like “Top Ten” list of everyday driving pet peeves. It did not take long for the list to exceed that limit. They start with my personal “most disgusted by” and then they all sort of take on not so important rankings, but are all key problems in how drivers drive and the problems they cause. Where appropriate I’ll tie these complaints to the environmental impact of driving. 1. Not driving with lights on in the dark. A day does not go by that you can’t go out on the streets and highways and see someone driving after sunset without their headlights on. They seem oblivious to everyone else driving with their lights on. Wake up! I guess they figure as long as they can see where they are going they don’t need lights. Hello! We need to see you. Turn on your lights please. These folks are good candidates for causing a bad accident. (I encourage everyone to drive with lights on all the time.) 2. Tailgating. This is also a major pet peeve of Mrs. Green Car. Dangerous. Useless. A terrible bad habit. Following another vehicle too closely will not get you where you are going any sooner – and there is a very high risk of having an accident should the car in front need to stop quickly for any reason. 3. Tailgating – then zooming around the car they are following – only to get off at an exit or otherwise leave the roadway very shortly thereafter. What was the point of that? That burst of acceleration wastes fuel, pollutes the air and, guess what, it gets you where you are going immeasurably sooner. 4. Tailgating while using the phone. People who latch onto your bumper so they don’t have to pay attention to their own driving. They will follow dangerously close on the highway and have little idea what is going on. 5. Not using turn signals. Remember driver’s ed and when you got your license. If you are turning, exiting or changing lanes - you move that little lever next to the steering wheel and it will advise other drivers of your intentions. It may prevent an accident. It is polite and responsible. Please turn off when maneuver has been accomplished. 6. Not paying attention at traffic lights. Again, people on their phones texting. Talkers are not so much the problem as texters are. Head down. Not paying any attention. They don’t even hear the horns of the cars behind them. I have personally been in a long line waiting to turn left at State Street and Alpine Road in Rockford where the left arrow came on and nobody moved. Nobody honked. The light turned

red. I moved over to the straight ahead lane and got up to where I could see a young woman texting on her phone – oblivious to the world. She is not the only one I’ve been behind who does this. This wastes the fuel of everyone behind them who can’t get through the light. Going nowhere with the engine running is always wasteful and polluting for nothing. It is also illegal to text while driving. Stopped at a light is still driving. 7. Stopping too far back from a traffic light. This one seems to be peculiar to Rockford. After a few bad accidents where reckless drivers hit other cars waiting at traffic lights – some folks felt it somehow safer if they stop a hundred feet short of the light. I’m afraid this won’t save you. Pull on up to the line please. Make room for others to get in line and be ready to go. That extra distance you have to roll when the light changes just means others may not get through on the next green light — again, wasting fuel. If you are going to get hit — it will just be your destiny, where you stop won’t matter. 8. Allowing the vehicle in front of you to get WAY ahead before moving when the light changes. This creates an accordion effect, especially when so many drivers do the same thing. The result is that far fewer drivers get through on a given light change and it causes traffic backups as well. No wonder people get so impatient when trying to drive through town. Unnecessary delays. Drive like you’re in Chicago. Everyone goes when the light changes. Follow the car in front at a reasonable distance and let the gap open up well after having passed through the intersection and speed is building. Much more efficient in all respects. 9. Slowing down for accidents and other stopped vehicles that have nothing to do with you. Is there anything more senseless than folks slowing down to a crawl because the police pulled someone over. Yes, you are supposed to slow a bit or move over, but don’t stop and gawk. I’ve seen this where the traffic is still stopping causing major backups and gridlock when the original cause was long gone. Wasteful in idling cars, then the zooming away once the blockage is past. Risk of rear-end collisions as drivers don’t see the stopped traffic until it is too late. 10. People who don’t know how to merge or are too aggressive about it. There are two kinds, the slow and inattentive who wait unit the merge lane is nearly gone to look for a space to move into. I’ve seen them stop on the off-ramp. Not good. Please plan ahead. Then there are the folks who are determined to use the merge lane to get ahead of everyone else instead of simply fitting in with the flow. These folks cause backups as other drivers brake to let

them in. This problem applies to places where two lanes merge into one as well. There are always jerks trying to beat the whole line who have otherwise responsibly merged together — they zoom to the head of the line and force their way in. Let’s start issuing tickets to these jerks. A corollary to No. 10 is this: What is it with all the places in Rockford where there are two lanes at a traffic light that suddenly narrow down to one lane after the intersection? This causes the impatient to do a drag race from the light to be first to the narrow. That’s not so bad if there is only one – but if there are several, soon a messy merge begins to happen without enough space. Is time that precious? Or is it a competitive thing? Me, me, me. The rest of you don’t matter.

One thousand words of whining and I’ve not exhausted my list. So this will be continued. As you can see, humans as a lot are not very good drivers. Once the bugs are worked out of autonomous vehicles, much if not all this nonsense will come to an end. The computers will follow the rules. They will communicate with one another and do their best to be orderly and efficient. It is their only job. And you can text away to your heart’s content while they do it. A quick plug for the Chicago Auto Show, coming Feb. 10-19. A nice warm place to spend a day. This year, unfortunately, I’ll be missing the media-only days and presentation. But because of that absence, readers will be getting a report from an interesting place later in February. R.

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Energy & Environment

Crossword

Revenue-neutral carbon taxes By Drs. Robert & Sonia Vogl

Contributors

ith climate change action stymied at the federal level, advocates of curbing carbon emissions have turned to state and community levels for reforms. Illinois has strong incentives in place to encourage the transition to renewable energy sources. They are important components of a cleaner energy system. While significant by themselves they only are a part of the solution to curbing carbon emissions. Charles Komanoff, an economist who spoke at our third energy fair in 2004, advocated an initial 5 percent tax on carbon of followed by small increases as a relatively painless way to facilitate the reductions in carbon emissions. As a founder of the Carbon Tax Center, he remains focused on taxing carbon to reduce the role of fossil fuels in our economy and the global economy. Climate change has been described as a huge market failure as few incentives exist in the pricing system to pay for all the damages coming from burning fossil fuels. A tax on carbon would create powerful incentives to accelerate the transition to cleaner energy sources. When energy prices do not include the costs imposed on others and the environment, society uses more energy than necessary. Taxing fuels according to their carbon content would provide market incentives that impact decisions made by individuals, businesses and governments in their purchases of goods and services while providing a means to reduce fuel use, carbon emissions and other pollutants. To offset resistance to increased taxes, the tax could be revenue neutral. An amount equivalent to the taxes paid could be returned to taxpayers at the end of the fiscal year either as checks or tax deductions. By paying a higher price for the fuel at the time of purchase customers would receive a signal about how costly energy really is which could

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lead to a reduction in how much energy they use. While some countries use some forms of revenue neutral taxes, the best known North American example is British Columbia’s revenue-neutral carbon tax on fuels. It started at $10/ tonne of C02 equivalent emissions in 2008 and increased by $5/tonne until reaching the current $30/tonne in 2012. From 2007 through 2014, province emissions fell 5.5 percent and the real GDP was up 12.4 percent while population increased 8.1 percent. Every tax dollar is returned to the citizens through reductions in other taxes. The success in British Columbia has stimulated similar efforts in several states. A 2017 report from the Carbon Tax Center identified the following seven states: Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland Massachusetts, New York, Washington and the District of Columbia as the most promising places for introducing a carbon tax. A recent panel discussion at MIT focused on the challenges involved in getting carbon pricing into law in Massachusetts and other political units. Two different carbon pricing bills have been proposed for the state. If one is successful it would serve as a demonstration to the rest of the country. The Carbon Tax Center pointed out that gasoline taxes were first introduced in several western states to fund road construction which became a national practice. If one state passed a carbon tax it could stimulate other states to pass a similar tax and put pressure on the federal government to enact similar legislation. It will be interesting to see what happens in Massachusetts and other states where similar initiatives may appear. Rebecca Otto, who is running for governor of Minnesota, has indicated she will make a revenue-neutral carbon fee an issue in her campaign. Visit illinoisrenew.org. R.

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NFL

Your 2018 Bears off-season primer By Robert Zeglinski

Contributor

new head coach in Matt Nagy doesn’t mean expectations for the Bears won’t be high. If anything, following the malaise of the John Fox era, a quick turnaround will be the standard: fair or not. Over the course of the 2018 off-season, it’ll be on general manager Ryan Pace to plug these current Bears’ roster holes to facilitate that success for Chicago. Let’s set the table for this upcoming Bears’ roster upheaval at Halas Hall from the salary cap, to free agency, to top draft prospects. No opportunities wasted.

Salary cap

Over the past four seasons, the NFL’s salary cap has increased by at least $10 million. New television broadcasting deals kicked in during 2014, which is what pre-empted this growth. With FOX Sports acquiring “Thursday Night Football” in a mega contract recently, expect 2018’s cap figures that’ll be set in March to potentially more than eclipse previous cap rises. What that means for the Bears is that while the overall number will be expected to settle in at around a fresh $178 million, they may have more comfortable space than normal. It also could preclude them from signing top free agents with teams having more space to retain their homegrown players. An aspect of finances to understand should Pace and Chicago lose out on a top targeted player. With around a minimum of six to seven expected cuts ranging from Jerrell Freeman to Mike Glennon, that’ll create almost $60 million more in cap space for the Bears. The team is projected to have anywhere between approximately $39 million to $43 million in cap space before any of these coming roster cuts are made. Meaning, their cap figures will be healthy enough to seek more than adequate additions in March, as well as look to extend their own talent such as Eddie Goldman. Keep in mind, while the Bears must set aside a set minimum amount close to $10 million for their rookie draft class (as always), they are well-equipped to compete with other NFL teams that also possess healthy cap situations.

Top needs

Drafting Mitchell Trubisky last April means the Bears ideally don’t have to worry about the most crucial position

in football for some time. They’d stand well to upgrade significant pieces of his supporting cast and defense for complimentary football, however. Edge Rusher: Outside of Leonard Floyd — who has plenty of talent as an athletic freak and is still on a trajectory of being the franchise defensive player the Bears hope for — Chicago has nothing it can count on at outside linebacker. Willie Young looks like he’s on his last legs. Lamarr Houston is effective yet often injured. And Pernell McPhee hasn’t been reliably healthy enough since the first half of the 2015 season. Even Floyd has missed 10 games in the last two years (one by accidental occurrence). An upgrade in depth and starting quality here is necessitated. Wide Receiver: Quick. Name the top receivers on the 2017 Bears. Difficult, wasn’t it? That’s because Kendall Wright, Dontrelle Inman, Markus Wheaton, and Joshua Bellamy collectively weren’t an inspiring group. In fact, Chicago may have logistically had the worst receivers corps in pro football. If Trubisky is to make any sort of leap in performance as a true star quarterback, the Bears are going to need to remedy this situation greatly. Offensive Line: What was seen as a strength at the start of the 2017 season, has now ironically become a question mark for the Bears. Age and a pending cap hit for guard Josh Sitton has his future in Chicago up in the air. Franchise guard Kyle Long is recovering from multiple surgeries to his neck and shoulder. Meanwhile, the merely passable right tackle Bobby Massie could finally take the time to be upgraded. New offensive line coach Harry Hiestand has his work cut out. Cornerback: The Bears’ defensive back situation will be fully predicated on the statuses of last year’s starting cornerback duo in Kyle Fuller and Prince Amukamara. Fuller may well to return to Chicago but is far from a sure thing to sign long-term. From Amukamara’s perspective, a rare season with a clean bill of health might have him looking to cash out in a way the Bears won’t be open to. If both Fuller and Amukamara don’t return, or just one of them does, Pace will have Chicago be a primary player for corners. Tight end: The best offenses in football have a multitude of weapons that are more or less interchangeable. That goes

double for tight ends, as you can split them outside, line them up in-line, or have them block in the backfield. 2017 Bears’ second-round pick Adam Shaheen is an imposing foundation as Chicago’s entrenched starter. The team has nothing behind him of any tangible use, though. Acquiring a “H-back” tight end for another threat is what could have the Bears’ offense evolve to the next level.

Top free agents and draft prospects

North Carolina State DE, Bradley Chubb: Chubb is a franchise pass rusher that the Bears will assuredly almost have no chance of selecting, barring an unforeseen trade up from their No. 8 overall slot in the draft. Should Chicago somehow acquire the polished 22-yearold, they’d set themselves up quite well defensively for years. Los Angeles Rams OLB, Connor Barwin: Great pass rushers almost never hit free agency. If they do, that’s more on a team electing not to retain their expensive place. The Bears will have to focus on filling their depth on the edge in March instead of finding the full-time compliment to Floyd. A solid soldier such as Barwin is someone that is the ideal swing pass rusher and depth defender. Alabama WR, Calvin Ridley: Ridley, justifiably, is seeing many top-15 projections in early mock drafts: some of which have him ending up with the Bears. The minimal value for a guy at his position picked so high and him being 24-yearsold by December would preclude the Bears from taking this leap. The talent and experience is undeniable with that taken into account. Jacksonville Jaguars WR, Allen Robinson: In his three years as the lead Bears’ personnel man, Pace has occasionally shown the gall to be bold in moves he believes in. The trade up for Trubisky in the draft is an example of that. Robinson fits this thought because while he is a talented player, he’s coming off a torn ACL. If the Bears were to bet on him, that’d be an investment into two receivers coming off the same injury with Cameron Meredith also working his way back. The venture could still be worth the bang for Pace’s buck. Iowa CB, Joshua Jackson: One of the better explosive athletes in the entire 2018 draft class, Jackson is a premium young corner at a premium position in the pass-happy NFL. Eight interceptions for the ballhawk in his final college

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season along with expected off-thecharts testing will see him as the first or second corner off the board come late April. Los Angeles Rams CB, Trumaine Johnson: The “big fish” in this year’s free agency, Johnson is the apple of many teams’ eyes looking for a star cornerback. The Bears undoubtedly will pursue the 28-year-old should he hit the open market and should they not be able to retain the services of Fuller. Johnson isn’t an awful fall back plan. Notre Dame OG, Quenton Nelson: If there was one player you’d snuff out as a “sure thing” in this year’s draft, it’d be Nelson. Nelson is a generational interior offensive line talent and for good reason. The three-year college starter with the Fighting Irish is technically sound, freakishly athletic for his spot, and mean: a trait every offensive lineman needs. The Bears have the Hiestand connection with Nelson too (who coached at Notre Dame for the past six years). Panthers OG, Andrew Norwell: A 2017 First-Team All-Pro member, the 26-year-old Norwell is looking to cash in this March. The Panthers likely won’t be able to retain his services due to these developments. For a team such as the Bears, acquiring an in-his-prime interior lineman right as he enters the peak of his career would be exemplary. Norwell’s acquisition will depend on the high-class signing competition such as the Giants. Central Michigan TE, Tyler Conklin: Since this is the one position where the Bears almost certainly won’t make a selection until the mid fourthfifth rounds, Conklin will be one of the best available then. A productive “move” tight end for two seasons in college, that is also both a natural receiver and useful Swiss Army Knife, Conklin would be a functional piece behind Shaheen. Underrated in every sense of the word. Philadelphia Eagles TE, Trey Burton: Versatility is the buzzword that keeps coming to light with tight ends, and Burton fits that description to a tee. Unless you have a short memory, recall his touchdown pass out of the backfield in the Eagles’ win in Super Bowl LII as an example. Burton is someone you can line up for that application, split out outside and in the slot to throw passes to and count on to make blocks in any situation. One of the most under-appreciated players in the NFL. R. Robert is your guy for all things Bears. Follow him on Twitter @RobertZeglinski.

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Tube Talk. Winter Olympics

NBC’s Olympian feat By Paula Hendrickson

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hile I’m not much of a sports fan, I probably will tune in for some of the Winter Olympics—which run from Feb. 9-25. Frankly, if I have to watch sports, I prefer watching skaters, skiers, snowboarders, and lugers setting world records in snow and ice than watching runners, jumpers, cyclists, and shot putters do the same while sweating in the summer heat. While broadcast networks of yore had a limited number of hours to showcase as many Olympic highlights as possible, today there are more options.

Summer or Winter, thanks to technology, hardcore sports fans have something their counterparts didn’t have just 30 years ago: The ability to watch live streams of virtually every event on the Olympics’ crowded calendar. Yes, NBC will still air the most popular events during primetime, but the vast portfolio of NBCUniversal cable networks means even more events can be showcased either live or pre-recorded. Adding NBCUniversal’s digital properties to the mix means fans can stream competitions live from Pyeongchang, South Korea despite the 15-hour time difference from here at home. Juggle all of those viewing options

could be an Olympic sport in itself. Sure, it has its pros (like long-neglected sports actually being covered), and cons (no matter how hard you try, it’s still impossible to watch every event as-it-happens, because multiple events are going on simultaneously), but it’s a far cry from only seeing heavily edited highlights on one channel. Whether you’re wondering when a popular event is scheduled, or you’re looking for information on some super-obscure event, you can find details at nbcolympics.com where you can filter your search by specific sports or top athletes. Click on “TV Listings” and it will show you what events are airing on

which channels. There are also links for live streaming events that aren’t televised. If you’re afraid you’ll forget when the curling finals are, the website even lets you set alerts to remind you when and where to watch your favorite events. Perhaps more than anything, NBC’s wall-to-wall coverage of the Olympic Games is a testament to the ways modern technology can unite people across the globe. R. NBC’s coverage of the 2018 Winter Olympics begins 10:30 p.m. Wednesday with Alpine Skiing, on NBC SportsNet. The Opening Ceremony is at 7 p.m. Friday, on NBC.