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State Budget Crisis

124 nurses get layoff notices By John O’Connor

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SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner’s administration has told 124 prison nurses that their jobs are being privatized, a move their union blasted Tuesday as retaliation for its rejection of a contract offer last year. Nurses stationed at 12 state prisons will be dismissed on June 15, two days after the contract nurses are hired, according to a letter obtained by The Associated Press that the prison system’s labor chief sent this week to the Illinois Nurses Association. Alice Johnson, the association’s executive director, noted the notice came just days after the union filed an unfair labor practices complaint with state regulators, claiming the first-term Republican governor has reneged on his obligation to negotiate contract terms in good faith. She said members overwhelmingly rejected a tentative agreement last spring and Rauner is retaliating. “It’s an attempt to bully and intimidate the nurses, and it’s not going to work,” Johnson told the AP. She said the move is particularly troublesome because of a nationwide shortage of nurses that forces Illinois prison nurses to sometimes work 80-hour weeks while vacant positions go unfilled. Nicole Wilson, spokeswoman for the Department of Corrections, said privatizing the posts would save $8 million a year and “streamline the delivery of medical services.” Medical care vendor Wexford Health Sources provides the rest of the prison network’s nurses. “Wexford is prepared to hire most of the nurses who will be impacted by the layoff,” Wilson said. “The department will work with those who wish to remain employed with the state and will ... identify nursing vacancies within other state agencies.” Rauner, a private equity investor serving in public office for the first time, campaigned on cutting off union power in a solidly Democratic state and has clashed repeatedly with organized labor. He is engaged in a long court and public relations battle with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, whose 38,000 members have authorized a strike, if necessary, for the first time in its 40-year history. Illinois also is engaged in the nation’s longest state budget standoff since World War II. The Illinois Nurses Association represents 3,500 nurses statewide, including 1,200 Illinois government employees.

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Meet Tom McNamara

The Only Candidate with Proven Experience Tom was born and raised in Rockford. He is a strong advocate for the region with a firm belief in the importance of community service. Tom currently serves as Rockford’s 3rd Ward Alderman, representing constituents on Rockford’s east and west sides, as well as downtown. www.McNamaraForMayor.com

As Alderman, Tom has introduced and passed key legislation to invest in neighborhoods, make our community safer, and protect taxpayer dollars. ✯ Voted to increase Rockford’s police force and supported implementing new tools and technology to help them succeed. ✯ Worked to reduce property taxes. ✯ Developed legislation to stimulate and stabilize neighborhoods. ✯ Voted to provide more funding for infrastructure in our neighborhoods. Tom is also a husband, a father and a businessman. He is invested in this community, and he is dedicated to making Rockford a better place by improving economic development, education, neighborhoods and public safety.

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A LDER M A N WARD 3 Moved back to Rockford to raise his family. Proven citizen track record of combatting neighborhood crime. Entrepreneur and Rockford small business owner. Chad will fight to make Rockford a “Top-25 City” for individuals, families, and businesses! Chad with his wife Leah (River District Executive Director) and thier children

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The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

Contract with the Community

3. Reasonable tax burden By John Guevara Contributor

with Shane Nicholson Managing Editor

Three weeks ago, we introduced our “Contract with the Community,” a 10 item list of simple reforms and ideas intended to bring about a more open, honest and transparent government. Over the coming weeks, we will explore in-depth each of those 10 items. This week, we look at No. 3, “Reasonable tax burden.” It is our hope that at the conclusion of this process, your leaders in local and state government will commit to signing this contract with their constituents and strive to uphold its values. Below is our complete proposed Contract with the Community, but we would love your input. Email us at contact@rockrivertimes.com with your ideas for how we can better improve this document and, we hope, better improve our government. 1. Transform government processes. There is too much opportunity for public officials to acquire power and use it to allocate privilege. Transforming the process exposes the back rooms to the light of day. Sunlight is the best disinfectant. Open government is the right of the people. 2. Transparent budgeting. Budget processes should be well documented and easily accessible. Budget discussions should be comprehensive. Everything should be published openly, well in advance of any vote, for the public to digest. 3. Reasonable tax burden. Taxes are the price we pay for a civilized society. Make sure the burden is not beyond what people can bear. 4. Maximize efficiency. Government should always err on the side of saving tax dollars by improving performance, increasing labor output and automating processes to save labor costs. A better system delivers better service for taxpayers. 5. Grow the local economy. Any initiative to spur economic growth should be well researched, planned, and openly discussed with information readily available to the public throughout the entire process. The public should know of any risks to raise taxes. 6. Safer streets. Understand the needs of the police force and the needs of the community. Tax dollars are not the only answer. Law enforcement must continue to partner with the community (churches, religious institutions, etc; neighborhood associations; community centers; etc.) to identify and mitigate risk factors. 7. End culture of corruption. People trust a government that is open and honest. Pass resolutions opposing nepotism and cronyism. Define positions in local ordinance or state statute and publish the qualifications. Ensure politicians are abiding by all campaign laws and regulations. Publish labor contracts upon approval and make them easily available to the public. 8. Improve student outcomes. Improve graduation rates. Improve the quality of the graduate. Identify areas where respective public bodies can partner with other public bodies and with the community to improve outcomes. 9. Increase community health. Improved health means better quality lives, with less tax costs and more tax revenues. Identify the areas where the respective public body can partner with other public bodies and with the community to improve outcomes. 10. Adopt best practices when available and blaze new trails where no best practices are found. Sometimes other governments get it right. Mirror what they do well. When there isn’t a model to follow, make your own.

t was a Republican, Oliver Wendell Holmes, who wrote, “Taxes are what we pay for civilized society.” The question remains, is the society taxpayers are buying civilized? Put another way, is our tax burden reasonable?

One Winnebago County Board member says no. “Our community is one of the highest in the country for taxes and raising them is absolutely unacceptable,” Republican Eli Nicolosi, a supporter of the Contract with the Community, said. “The burden is just too great on us. As elected officials, we must find cost-saving solutions within our existing budget as a first, second and third option.” According to Tax-rates.org, Winnebago County has the highest property tax burden as a percent of median household income in the state of Illinois. “Winnebago County has one of the highest median property taxes in the United States, and is ranked 151st of the 3143 counties in order of median property taxes.” Winnebago County taxes are not just “high,” they are relatively 73 percent higher than Cook County’s. Chad Tuneberg, candidate for Rockford 3rd Ward Alderman and another supporter of our Contract with the Community proposal, immediately saw the difference when he moved from Chicago to Rockford in 2013. “I sold my condo for more than I bought my house for in Rockford, but my property tax bill went up more than 250 percent.” Local governments began responding to the problem of the property tax burden in 2010, with Winnebago County and Rock Valley College leading the way by freezing their tax levies. The City of Rockford, and Rockford School District and other local taxing bodies followed suit through the years. The problem is, as tax levies stopped growing, needs didn’t. One of the first to commit to the Contract with the Community was Winnebago County Board member Gary Jury. Jury feel taxes should provide basic services for the safety and welfare of people. “Anything beyond that is extra, and how can you afford it?” Property crime and robbery were up in the City of Rockford in the first half of 2016. Both Police Chief Dan O’Shea, and Winnebago County Sheriff Gary Caruana continue to push for more tax dollars to put more police officers on the streets and crime is a central theme for almost every local campaign for public office. Education is another pressing priority. Rockford School District 205’s graduation rate lags 20 percent lower than the state average. The district has spent millions of dollars improving school infrastructure and plans to spend millions more. It has also developed an exciting strategic plan to improve academic performance. As local governments continue fighting to ease the highest property tax burden and community needs become more pressing, what is the solution? Committing to the Contract with the Community is a good start. Just take a look at the first two points of the contract. Transforming government and transparent budgeting improves the likelihood of ensuring a reasonable tax burden. Former President Calvin Coolidge understood how transforming government could yield lower taxes. “The object sought is not merely a cutting down of government expenditures,” he said. “That is only the means. Tax reduction is the end.”

In the second of 19 county government reforms on his website, Winnebago County Chairman Frank Haney talks about a scorecard for taxpayer dollars, saying, “Bottom line: if taxpayer dollars or fees are being spent, then it should be publicly evaluated and reported out. No sacred cows. The system will evolve as the county evolves; however, the goal is to create a continuous improvement culture with a focus on outcomes, not politics” Haney doubled down on his commitment to changing county government when the county board amended its ordinances to make sure board members and the county CFO have enough time to review budget amendments before the requests come up for a vote. Another important change comes from how properties are valued by township assessors. Candidate for Rockford Township Assessor and supporter of the Contract with the Community, Jessica Horstman, says, “I will commit to fair and uniform assessments. I will be pro-taxpayer, not pro-taxing-body and will implement a standardized assessment policy so that all properties are assessed using the same formula and method.” Horstman believes that transforming the assessor’s office in those ways will produce more accurate property tax assessments and reduce the number of cases before the Board of Appeals. The result will be a reduced property tax burden on the citizenry and less taxpayer dollars spent through the appeal process. It is important for the community to demand more of public officials than the same old song and dance promises. Think of the Charles Schwab “Wealth Management” commercial. There’s a couple moving through life, making buying decisions and asking questions along the way. One salesman even comments on how great their questions are. Then the camera shoots to the couple sitting in front of a suited up gentleman behind a big wooden desk telling them how to manage their money. Their response? “Sure,” followed by the a narrator saying, “You ask a lot of good questions, but are you asking enough about how your wealth is managed?” If we want to be sure our tax burden is reasonable, are we asking enough questions of our public officials? The three major candidates for mayor all say property taxes are too high and are committed to lowering them. Not one outlines when or by how much, though current 3rd Ward Alderman and Democratic candidate for mayor Tom McNamara told us, “Reducing the tax burden isn’t a one time thing; it’s an every day thing.” McNamara says that is all accomplished by “providing services at a high level” while finding the right areas to collaborate across government bodies to find cost reductions and efficiencies. Some governments reduce taxes to require greater efficiency and collaboration. Others require greater efficiency and collaboration to reduce taxes. A McNamara administration seems committed to the latter. Independent candidate Rudy Valdez says, “The more business friendly the community the more likely there will be business startups and growth, thereby sharing the tax burden across the many instead of the few.” Valdez, like McNamara, believes that property taxes could be lowered through further collaboration across local government bodies. Robert Heinlein wrote, “There is no worse tyranny than to force a man to pay for what he does not want merely because you think it would be good for him.” It is not only fair to demand a reasonable tax burden from public officials. It’s the right thing to do.

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ou may have heard about a recent Paul Simon Public Policy Institute poll which found that Gov. Bruce Rauner’s job disapproval ratings have almost doubled in the past two years, from 31 percent in March of 2015 to 58 percent this month. According to the poll, Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s current disapproval rating is 61 percent, about the same as his 63 percent disapproval rating last October. Rauner’s disapproval rating last October was 55 percent. During this long governmental impasse, Speaker Madigan has championed the cause of unions and working people against the governor’s attempts to take rights and beneﬁts away from them. But the Democrat is actually underwater with union members. According to the Simon poll, 55 percent of respondents who said they belong to a union disapprove of Madigan’s job performance, including 38 percent who strongly disapprove. Just 34 percent of union members approve of his job performance, while only 12 percent strongly approve. All this pain and they still don’t like him. But union members dislike the governor far more. The poll found that 72 percent of union members disapprove of Rauner’s job performance, and half of union members strongly disapprove. Only 24 percent approve. On Rauner, anyway, the union message has gotten out. At the very beginning of this impasse almost two years ago, a top Madigan operative told me the plan was to drag Rauner down to the same polling levels as the House Speaker. They’re very nearly

Justices give new life to man’s false arrest lawsuit

The Supreme Court on Tuesday gave an Illinois man a new chance to sue the city of Joliet and its police officers who arrested him on trumped up charges and kept him in jail for nearly seven weeks. The 6-2 ruling ordered the federal appeals court in Chicago to reconsider a lawsuit filed by Elijah Manuel. Police arrested him in 2011 and falsely claimed he was in possession of the illegal drug known as ecstasy. The police persuaded a prosecutor that Manuel had illegal drugs and the prosecutor took the case to a grand jury and obtained an indictment. When prosecutors finally saw a police lab report showing that the pills Manuel had were vitamins, the indictment was dismissed. Manuel sued, but lower courts said his claim of unlawful arrest was too late and that he could not sue for unlawful detention under the Fourth Amendment, which bars unreasonable searches and seizures. Writing for the high court, Justice Elena Kagan

there. Gov. Rauner is polling horribly everywhere. Fifty-eight percent of suburbanites and 56 percent of downstaters disapprove of his job performance. Another 62 percent of moderates, 60 percent of independents, 47 percent of born-again Christians, 55 percent of men, 61 percent of women, 56 percent of seniors, 54 percent of whites, 56 percent of those making over $100,000 a year and 55 percent of non-union members all disapprove of his job performance. The same day, JB Pritzker announced he was forming an exploratory committee to run for governor, the Illinois Republican Party made a wildly unsubstantiated claim that the Democrat was “at the center of Blagojevich’s criminal scheme to sell Illinois’ Senate seat.” Like it or not, this is our future. Barring a dramatic turnaround in his approval ratings, Gov. Rauner’s only sure path to reelection is to make his opponent look even uglier than he does - and he looks pretty darned ugly right now. But he’s also got a very expensive ugly stick with which he can bludgeon the other side. He’s already deposited $50 million into his campaign bank account and there’s plenty more cash where that came from. So, 2018 will not only likely be the most expensive gubernatorial race in history, it’ll be the meanest, because now that the governor has opened the door to these sorts of crazy attacks, the other side will undoubtedly respond in-kind. Rauner has spent tens of millions of dollars muddying up Speaker Madigan’s image and he’ll deﬁnitely use this “issue” against whoever his opponent will be. Campaigns are usually referen-

dums on the incumbent, so Rauner will attempt to make Madigan and whoever his alleged puppet gubernatorial candidate is the incumbents while positioning himself as the outsider trying to change things for the better. For the past two years, the whole plan has been to equate “Democrat” with “Madigan” in voters’ minds. And it’s had some success. Get news headlines sent daily to your inbox “When is a Democrat going to run a campaign for that 61 percent?” a Democratic operative asked me last week, referring to the obvious opportunity to capitalize on Madigan’s 61 percent disapproval rating. To the operative, this is a no-brainer. Run a campaign that criticizes both Rauner and Madigan. After all, even more Democrats disapprove of Madigan’s job performance (47 percent) than approve (40 percent), while 27 percent of Democrats strongly disapprove and only a tiny 9 percent strongly approve. So far, announced Democratic candidate Chris Kennedy has seemed to go out of his way to avoid directly criticizing Madigan. Even Ameya Pawar, the progressive Democratic candidate, hasn’t really launched on the guy. Pritzker hasn’t granted any serious interviews and hasn’t issued any substantive policy statements, so we don’t know yet where he’ll stand. Meanwhile, the Democratic Party has not done much of anything to equate “Republican” with “Rauner” in voters’ minds. Rauner’s numbers were almost as bad last October as they are now, but the Democrats barely mentioned him in their campaigns. It’s probably time to start thinking about that.

said the Fourth Amendment applies not just to arrests, but also when suspects are detained. She said Manuel could bring a claim of wrongful detention because the judge’s order holding Manuel for trial “lacked any proper basis.” “That means Manuel’s ensuing pretrial detention, no less than his original arrest, violated his Fourth Amendment rights,” Kagan said.

Frerichs says that while the state cannot store the items forever, it can secure the proceeds and return the value to the proper owners.

Treasurer auctions off unclaimed property

The Illinois treasurer’s office is auctioning off almost 500 unclaimed items ranging from collectible coins to jewelry and baseball cards. Treasurer Michael Frerichs said Monday the online auction will be held March 27 to 31. The treasurer’s office becomes the custodian of unclaimed property after private entities such as banks try for at least five years to locate the owner. Much of the property was left behind or forgotten in a safe deposit box or bank account. The items are put up for auction after they’ve been unclaimed for at least 10 years.

Comptroller, governor spar over state spending

A feud between Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner and Comptroller Susana Mendoza is escalating over spending priorities during the state’s unprecedented budget standoff. Mendoza is a Democrat in charge of paying Illinois’ bills. She used a City Club of Chicago speech Monday to accuse Rauner of being a “terrible governor” and paying consultants from a health care fund, among other things. The Republican governor’s spokeswoman says Mendoza’s claim is “pathetic” and a distraction from her own ofﬁce’s questionable spending. His ofﬁce is accusing her of reducing payments to service providers who care for the elderly. Mendoza says the allegation is “clearly inaccurate.” –Associated Press

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Dr. Rudy Valdez

Running as a leader, not a politician Experience • Over 35 years in the automotive, manufacturing, and aerospace industries • Aerospace executive leading hundreds over 7 facilities and $500M budget • Led award winning teams on Hamilton Sundstrand U.S. Space Programs • Worked with local, state, and federal legislators for over 20 years • Former IBEW Local 1031 union member • Former chairman of the RPS205 Budget & Finance committee • Community leader actively served in over 30 boards and committees

Education

Family

• Doctor of Management in Org Leadership

• Married almost 35 years to college sweetheart

• Master of Business Administration

• Father to three daughters and three son-in-laws

• Bachelor of Science Chemical Engineering

• Grandfather to three grandchildren

• Manufacturing Management certification

• Sibling to four brothers and a sister

• School Chief Financial Officer certification

• Parents immigrated from Guadalajara, Mexico

• Passed the School Superintendent exam

• Have called Rockford home for almost 30 years

Priorities • Reduce crime by providing technology & training resources to officers

• Establish a city liaison to help create/grow business

• Neighborhood policing, youth activities, and LED technology for street lights

• Update ordinances to be more business friendly

• Collaborate with County to establish a 708 mental health board

• Collaborate with other taxing bodies to reduce tax

• Target solutions for domestic violence, substance abuse, and human trafficking

• Improve budget & performance management

“What drives Dr. Valdez is his calling to help the least of those in our communities, envision and realize a brighter tomorrow.” - Lloyd Johnston II support letter excerpt for 2013 Excalibur Award

Family

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LOCAL

A hopeful mood Hotel deal delayed as mayor rallies support. BY JIM HAGERTY CONTRIBUTOR

CITY HALL – The Rockford City Council on Monday laid over the latest development agreement to turn the 13-story Amerock building into a skyrise hotel. The motion to lay the matter over came after Mayor Larry Morrissey was ﬂanked by hotel supporters and union workers at a press conference in the lobby of City Hall. Boosters say the Hilton Embassy Suites and conference center is the missing piece to transform downtown, complementing the UW Health Sports Factory, the home of the Rockford IceHogs, the varied music and arts venues and a soon-to-be-year-round Rockford City Market. “This hotel will be the catalyst to bring more businesses downtown,” Bee’s Knee’s General Store owner Alan Brown said. Alderman are expected to vote on the agreement next week. It is the third development deal since the council ﬁrst voted on the project in April 2014. Back then, the project had a price tag of $67 million, and included an Amtrak line and a multi-modal transportation hub that would have replaced the downtown RMTD bus station. Today, the project has a $77 million outlay, with $64 million coming from developer, Gorman & Co., to build and operate the hotel. Gorman is asking the city to take on the convention center at an initially proposed $13.1 million. Those funds would come from Rockford’s redevelopment fund generated by the 1 percent sales tax.

As supporters look on, Mayor Larry Morrissey reads a statement Monday endorsing the latest proposal to turn the 13-story Amerock building into a hotel and convention center. Jim Hagerty The project would create more than 500 construction jobs; more than 100 would be employed at the hotel. O�cials say the facility could be open as early as 2019. The holdup thus far has been in the capital stack, something the mayor said is ﬁnally in place. Gorman is still eyeing around $30 million in EB-5 funds, $16

million of which has already been raised from investors in China. Funds from a new tax-increment ﬁnancing district, tax credits and various loans could make up the di�erence. “This is a complex project with a lot of moving parts,” Morrissey said. “But, the ﬁnal ingredient for it to come together is this piece – for city council to support the conference center. The EB-5 money raised is enough money to move forward. A construction loan has been raised. With a little help tonight, we believe we can get there.” Several changes still need to be made

to the final agreement. In amendments proposed by 3rd Ward Alderman and Democratic mayoral candidate Tom McNamara, the city’s investment will be changed from $13.1 million to $12.5 million. Gorman would also not receive 5 percent of the hotel’s taxes as initially proposed, but instead only retain 4 percent, with the remaining funds directed to the Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Improvements to Davis Park would also be added in, giving Gorman use of the facility in conjunction with the Rockford Park District and RAVE. Ald. Venita Hervey, D-3, requested even more information, most notably centered on tax credits and unforeseen cost changes that have already come up since 2014. “What is the fallback and how much of the project does Mr. Gorman have to have completed by the end of this year, in the event that historic preservation tax statewide do not come forward? What is the result?” Hervey asked. “There’s (also) some concern about the liability of the estimate for the conference center. We are saying it’s $13 million. (But) we know happened with the sports center. We went from 8, to 14 to 21 (million). If you really want to move this, someone has to start addressing those concerns. I don’t see how this project comes together if one piece falls out. Nobody is telling me who’s going to put their finger in the dam and how that is going to get filled. Those are the kinds of things I want to know before next week.” The new proposal would also include parking lots in the location of Warshawsky Muller and where the Tapco building stood just south of the hotel. Gone from the initial agreement is a parking deck and multi-modal transportation hub that would have accommodated an Amtrak line and RMTD buses.

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ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Finding optimism in a grim situation BY DRS. ROBERT & SONIA VOGL CONTRIBUTORS

Those focused on a cleaner energy future recognize the current administration’s dedication to fossil fuels as a clear threat. Our search for good news on the climate front at times might appear to be futile or at best a temporary delay in the arrival of depressing results. According to climate central the average U.S. temperature was 7.3 F above normal this past February with only the Pacific Northwest experiencing cooler than normal temperatures. If the world continues at its current rate of releasing climate changing gases, this year’s February weather could become the norm by 2050. The warmth contributed to the appearance of plant leaves three days earlier than 30 years ago. If emission trends continue the first appearance of leaves in spring could occur 13 days earlier by 2050. Such changes hold major implications for agriculture and ecology. The prognosis for the planet is grim by all accounts from the scientific community documenting global environmental deterioration. But we can at least look for some good news providing the possibility of a reprieve from the bleak consequences of accelerated fossil fuel consump-

tion unhindered by environmental regulations. The good news is that 17 House Republicans have signed a resolution acknowledging that there are risks associated with climate change and calling for economically viable policies to address it. This is a public indication that some Republicans are not in a state of denial about the implications of climate change. Recognizing that action taken now will a�ect their future, over 1,000 Minnesota youth sent postcards to the Capitol urging passage of a new state renewable energy standard. In Scientiﬁc American, Daniel Kammen, professor of energy at the University of California, Berkeley, pointed to a Carbon Divided Plan proposed by former Republican leaders, Baker, Schultz and Paulson calling for a gradually increasing carbon tax with dividends paid back to American families to o�set their rising energy costs. He suggests the combination of the Republican Carbon Dividend Plan combined with the continuation of the Obama Clean Power Plan would beneﬁt Americans while protecting the global environment. The solar vision for a clean energy future includes the rapid expansion of

the use of electric vehicles. In a counter move, fossil fuels interests are calling for the elimination of state subsidies for electric vehicles and charging stations and pushing for a rollback in energy e�ciency mandates on auto emissions. The e�ort to block the transition to electriﬁed transportation is occurring as battery prices continue to fall and improve its economics. Recently South Australia experienced a collapse of their electric grid which imposed hardships as factories, businesses and residents all su�ered the economic consequences of a grid failure. Studies indicated the problem could have been avoided with an appropriate level of storage capacity. Elon Musk made headline news when he o�ered to install 100MW of battery storage for the state within 100 days. If he failed to install a performing system within that time, he would provide it at no cost to the government. If the o�er gains approval it should help lower battery costs which in turn will accelerate the transition to a cleaner global energy system. Drs. Robert and Sonia Vogl are the President and Vice President of the Illinois Renewable Energy Association.

Teena

NEWBURG Strongly supported the appointment of Police Chief O’Shea Supports more police on the street and not behind desks

Olson Beach closed to swimmers LOVES PARK — The buildup of silt in the lake at Rock Cut State Park has forced o�cials to close Olson Beach to swimmers. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced Monday that Olson Lake’s water quality has diminished because siltation has made it too shallow and too warm. O�cials say that Olson Lake was designed to be a silt basin for the park’s larger Pierce Lake. But that function has contributed to vegetation that interferes with water quality necessary for swimming and beach activities. O�cials say swimming is available at nearby facilities. They include Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Recreation Area near Lena and the Rockford Park District’s Standﬁeld Beach at Levings Lake Park . IDNR also announced 2017’s Free Fishing Days, coming June 16-19. Groups interesting in hosting a Free Fishing Days event are invited to contact IDNR’s Tom Munroe via email, tom.munroe@ illinois.gov for more information. –AP & Sta� reports

“As a parent and grandparent, I believe that crime and public safety is THE most important issue facing Rockford. We must BE TOUGH on crime.”

9 TH W A R D A L D E R M A N

Fought against our tax dollars to fund weak programs from the previous Police Chief & City Administration

- Teena

Strongly supports more neighborhood policing Advocates that criminals should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law Increased street lights in our ward - and will push for PAID FOR BY FRIENDS OF TEENA NEWBURG

“Teena has a real passion for improving the lives of those who live in Northwest Rockford.” Sue Fiduccia Former Winnebago County Coroner

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Our stupid government

Filing taxes could be free and simple But H&R Block and Intuit are still lobbying against it. By Jessica Huseman

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ere’s how preparing your taxes could work: You sit down, review a prefilled filing from the government. If it’s accurate, you sign it. If it’s not, you fix it or ignore it altogether and prepare your return yourself. It’s your choice. You might not have to pay for an accountant, or fiddle for hours with complex software. It could all be over in minutes. It’s already like that in parts of Europe. And it would not be particularly difficult to give U.S. taxpayers the same option. After all, the government already gets earnings information from employers. But as ProPublica has detailed again and again, Intuit — the makers of TurboTax — and H&R Block have lobbied for years to derail any move toward such a system. And they continued in 2016. Intuit spent more than $2 million lobbying last year, much of it spent on legislation that would permanently bar the government from offering taxpayers prefilled

returns. H&R Block spent $3 million, also directing some of their efforts towards the bill. Among the 60 co-sponsors of the bipartisan bill: then congressman and now Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price. The bill, called the Free File Act of 2016, looks on the surface to be consumer-friendly. It makes permanent a public-private partnership in which 13 private tax preparation companies — called the “Free File Alliance” —have offered free online tax filings to lower- and middle-income families. The Free File Alliance include both Intuit and H&R Block. But the legislation would also permanently bar the IRS from offering its own free alternative. Intuit has repeatedly warned investors about the prospect of government-prepared returns. “We anticipate that governmental encroachment at both the federal and state levels may present a continued competitive threat to our business for the foreseeable future,” Intuit said in its latest corporate filings.

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Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., offered a bill last year that would have actually allowed the government to start offering prefill tax returns. While Intuit did not lobby against Warren’s bill — presumably because the legislation had little chance of success — tax giant H&R Block did. (H&R Block did not respond to a request for comment.) Neither Warren’s bill nor the Free File Act made it out of committee. Very few of those eligible for the industry’s no-charge filing program actually use it, perhaps because the system is confusing and pushes people toward paid products. While the Free File Alliance says 70 percent of U.S. taxpayers can use the service, less than 2 percent of all individual tax returns were filed through the program in last year, according to a National Taxpayer Advocate’s report to Congress. “Let’s call the so-called Free File Alliance what it really is — a front for tax prep companies who use it as a gateway to sell expensive products no one would even need if we’d just made it easier for people to pay their taxes,” said Warren in a statement to ProPublica. Warren’s office put out a report on the issue last year that repeatedly cited our coverage. In an emailed statement the Free File Alliance’s executive director, Tim Hugo, said that the alliance does not automatically push paid products to those that use the Free File program but the taxpayer does “have the option of ‘opting in’ to receive additional information and offers from the tax preparation company they have selected.” He said that the lack of awareness of the program is “unfortunate,” and placed blame on the IRS. While the tax agency previously had a large budget to advertise the Free File program, “today that budget is $0, making it difficult to reach the general public,” he said. In response to Warren’s bill, the Free File Alliance warned in press release that allowing the IRS to prep returns would create “a tremendous and potentially harmful conflict of interest for the American people by enshrining the roles of tax preparer, tax collector, tax auditor and tax enforcer in one entity.” Hugo is also a state legislator in Virginia, which canceled its own cost-free system of tax filing in 2010 and replaced it with a “Free File” bill connecting taxpayers to private companies. Hugo serves on the committee that greenlighted the legislation. Hugo said he saw no conflict of interest here, as the Free File program he represents is federal, not state, and

he recused himself from voting in the committee and on the floor. Joseph Bankman, a law professor in tax law at Stanford Law School said arguments about government overreach are false. Participation is voluntary and actually gives taxpayers the upper hand, forcing the government to “show its hand.” “Now you know what the government knows,” Bankman said, who added that there are multiple ways taxpayers could benefit. “If there’s a mistake that goes in your favor, maybe you don’t call attention to it.” Also, everyone would receive the returns — including the millions of Americans who are due tax refunds but don’t get them because they don’t file. In 2012 alone, the IRS said more than 1 million Americans did not receive their refunds — amounting to $950 million — because they did not file. The authors of the federal Free File bill have repeatedly voiced fears of big-government interference. In an opinion piece for The Daily Caller and on his site, Rep. Peter Roskam, R-Ill., said “making the tax collector also the tax preparer creates an inherent conflict of interest while forcing citizens to relinquish control of their taxes to the government.” Since the 2008 election cycle, Roskam has taken in more than $32,000 in donations from Intuit’s political action committee and Intuit employees. He received a far smaller amount, $2,500, from H&R Block — all for the 2016 election cycle. Roskam’s office did not return a request for comment. HHS Secretary Price received only modest donations from Intuit, $3,500 since 2008 — $2,500 of which came six days after the Free File Act of 2016 was announced. He received $2,000 total from H&R Block. (Price’s office did not respond to a request for comment.) The bill’s Democrat co-author, Ron Kind, from Wisconsin, has taken in more than $29,000 from Intuit and its employees since 2008. He received $3,000 from H&R Block. In a statement, Kind said he is “open to working with anyone” to find ways for “hardworking Wisconsin families” to file their taxes with ease. “At the same time, I want to make sure that Wisconsinites can access programs, like Free File, that they have come to depend on.” When asked for details on how many Wisconsinites actually rely on the program, given that few of those who qualify for it actually use it, a spokesperson for Kind did not respond. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom.

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First 100 Days

New Trump hotels face political fights, ethics questions By Bernard Condon & David Koenig AP Business Writers

NEW YORK — You might have expected the Trump Organization to tap the brakes on expansion plans given all the criticism over potential conflicts of interest while its owner sits in the Oval Office. It’s hitting the accelerator instead. The company owned by President Donald Trump is launching a chain of new hotels with plans to open in cities large and small across the country. Called Scion, they will be the first Trump-run hotels not to bear the family’s gilded name. The hotels will feature modern, sleek interiors and communal areas, and offer rooms at $200 to $300 a night, about half what it costs at some hotels in Trump’s luxury chain. The company has signed letters of intent with more than 20 developers to build the hotels, said Trump Hotels CEO Eric Danziger. The last three were signed in just one week earlier this month. “It’s full steam ahead. It’s in our DNA. It’s in the Trump boys’ DNA,” said Danziger. The “boys” are Eric and Donald Jr., who the adminstration claims are running their father’s company while he is president. The bold expansion plan raises some thorny ethical questions. The Trump family won’t be putting up any money to build the hotels. Instead, it plans to get local real estate developers and their investors to foot the bill, as do most major hotel chains. One of the first going up could be in Dallas. A development company there originally planned to raise money from unnamed investors in Kazakhstan, Turkey and Qatar, but recently told the Dallas Morning News that it now will tap only the company’s U.S. partners.

Ethics concerns

Government ethics experts say turning to outside money, whether foreign or American, raises the specter of people trying to use their investment to gain favor with the new administration — like contributing to a political campaign, but with no dollar limits or public disclosure. “This is the new version of pay-toplay, ‘Get in there and do business with the Trump Organization,’” said Richard Painter, who was the chief White House ethics lawyer to President George W. Bush. The Trump family will have to overcome some political obstacles, too. Already, politicians in a few cities mentioned as possible sites have vowed to fight the first family, raising the prospect of a struggle to get zoning and other permits to start building. The son of German and Polish refugees from World War II, CEO Danziger is no stranger to long odds. He never went to college, instead taking a job as a bellman at a San Francisco hotel at 17. He worked himself up over the decades to CEO spots at several major hospitality companies.

When Danziger led Starwood Hotels and Resorts in the 1990s, he expanded the number of hotels from 20 to nearly 600. The 62-year-old executive has similar ambitions for the Trump family. He said he hopes to open 50 to 100 Scions in three years, and is planning to add to Trump’s existing line of luxury hotels. Danziger took over Trump’s hotel business in August 2015 with hopes of adding to the company’s string of properties abroad. A review of trademark databases by The Associated Press shows the Trump family has applied for rights to use the Scion name in several countries, including China, Indonesia, Canada and 28 nations in Europe. An application for trademark rights in the Dominican Republic was approved as late as December. Then President Trump held a news conference the next month and basically killed the international plans. A week before he took office, he pledged that his company would strike “no new foreign deals” while he was president to allay concerns that foreigners might try to influence U.S. policy by helping his business abroad.

Projects get new life

Critics note that hasn’t stopped his company from expanding one of its Scottish resorts, pursuing two Indonesian projects that are largely unbuilt and looking to revive an old deal for a beachfront Dominican Republic resort that appeared dead years ago. The company has said these were already in the works, so they don’t fall under the president’s pledge. At a panel discussion at a recent hotel industry conference, Danziger said the U.S. offers plenty of opportunity for expansion. As possible cities for new hotels, he mentioned Seattle, San Francisco, Denver and Dallas. That didn’t go down well with some local power brokers. Mark Farrell, a San Francisco supervisor who heads the land use committee, scoffed at the idea of a Trump hotel getting permission to build in his city, telling a CBS affiliate “Good luck with that.” In Seattle, councilmember Rob Johnson told the AP he’d be “shocked” if any Trump hotels got built, calling his city “ground zero” for Trump resisters. In January, thousands took to the streets there to protest the president’s first attempt at a travel ban and the city council passed a unanimous resolution denouncing it. St. Louis, another possible Scion target, may prove a tough sell, too. A few days after the presidential election, protesters marched in front of a building that had been rumored as the site of a new Trump hotel as they chanted “No to Trump Tower.” The developer of the St. Louis project, Alterra Worldwide, is also the company behind the possible Scion hotel in Dallas. It

announced soon after the St. Louis protest that it would use the building there to open a hotel under the Marriott name. Despite the St. Louis trouble, Alterra President Mukemmel “Mike” Sarimsakci said, he expects no trouble with his Dallas project. For starters, he appears to have much of the local approval needed to move forward. Both Sarimsakci and a Dallas city hall spokeswoman said Alterra is not seeking rezoning or tax incentives, which will avoid any need for a vote of the city council to approve the hotel. Sarimsakci doesn’t think anti-Trump sentiment will hurt the Scion chain. “I think it’s passed. I think people had really strong feelings prior to the election,” he said. “I don’t see that as being an issue moving forward.” Sarimsakci spoke to the AP last month. He did not respond to requests to confirm that he no longer plans to use foreign investors.

The lure of tax revenue, jobs

Danziger also shrugs off the danger from anti-Trump folks. Stopping a Scion from opening would hurt a city, he said, just as surely as it would hurt the Trumps. “Why would a city because of political views, a city councilman’s views, prohibit tax revenue from coming to the city and employment to the people?” Danziger said. “It doesn’t make sense.” He also expressed confidence Scion will avoid ethical trouble. He said any new investors in Scion go through an “exhaustive, thorough” review to make sure, for instance, they’re not offering sweetheart deals to the Trump family to curry favor with the president. Before Trump took office, he hired an

outside lawyer to vet his deals for conflicts. Critics say his company shouldn’t be striking any new deals at all and that he should follow the precedent of modern presidents by selling his interest in the company. He has refused to do so. Politics aside, Trump’s new chain faces stiff business challenges. The U.S. president is a tiny hotel operator, with just 14 properties that he either owns or licenses his name to or manages for others, according to his company’s website. This puts it at a disadvantage compared with, say, Marriott International, which has more than 6,000 hotels and can get deeper discounts when purchasing insurance and food and linens. The bigger companies have powerful loyalty programs to lure travelers, too. “Why do people stay at Marriotts all the time?” said Bjorn Hanson, professor of hospitality and tourism management at New York University. “They’re earning points.” Trump’s Scion chain also faces a fight for customers against an array of new chic “lifestyle” chains from Marriott, Hilton and other rivals. Furniture retailers West Elm and Restoration Hardware are opening hotels to appeal to young travelers. Even the gym chain Equinox recently announced plans to enter the crowded field. Danziger said he’s not worried. “Every industry on the planet is crowded.” He won’t name the developers with whom he has letters of intent, or where they hope to build, noting that they’re tentative deals that could easily fall though. Pressed, though, he rattled off a long series of cities seemingly at random, including Cincinnati, Milwaukee and Louisville, Kentucky. “The list of places Scion can go,” he said, “is virtually limitless.”

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GREAT LAKES

Pruitt pledged support for lakes; Trump undercut him BY STEPHEN KOFF

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WASHINGTON – The new head of the EPA, Scott Pruitt, vowed to senators early this year that he would support the Great Lakes cleanup. Then the budget came out showing his boss, President Donald Trump, has other priorities. Trump’s determination not to spend another federal penny on the multibillion-dollar Great Lakes Restoration Initiative – which he says should be left up to states – raises questions about the boss, his top environmental lieutenant and the White House budget o�ce. In a written statement to members of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, Pruitt said in January: “If conﬁrmed, I will continue EPA’s support for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which was formally authorized by Congress in December 2016.” The restoration spends $300 million in a typical year, paying to clean toxins from rivers, ﬁght algal blooms on Lake Erie and keep invasive species from seagoing ships from tipping the native ecosystem. Then the president contradicted the EPA chief with his budget, a contradiction largely overlooked until now. “Either they aren’t telling the truth or the left hand doesn’t know what the right hand is doing,” Rep. Marcy Kaptur, a Toledo Democrat whose district includes a wide swath of the Lake Erie shoreline, told cleveland.com. Here’s how things have turned out.

Promises not kept

By some accounts, Pruitt tried to get Trump and Trump’s budget director, Mick Mulvaney, to take better care of the Great Lakes. But to the outrage of environmentalists and lawmakers, the Trump administration slashed even further, deciding to end the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. This suggests Pruitt’s answers to senators might better have been ignored, since at least one of the lawmakers, Sen. Rob Portman of Ohio, said he voted to conﬁrm Pruitt partly on assurances that the Great Lakes initiative was safe. It turned out that Pruitt lacked authority to make that happen. “He’s writing checks he can’t cash,” Scott Faber, vice president for public a�airs at the Environmental Working Group, said of Pruitt in a telephone interview. The EPA and White House have not responded to messages ask ing for comment. But the White House budget blueprint says the budget “returns the responsibility for funding local environmental e�orts and programs to state and local entities, allowing EPA to focus on its highest national priorities.” Pruitt was one of Trump’s most controversial cabinet picks. As attorney general

of Oklahoma, he sued the federal EPA repeatedly in e�orts to neuter its rules on emissions, carbon from coal and other regulations he said were too broad or harmed the economy. Investigations by media and liberal interest groups found Pruitt had close dealings with the fossil fuel industry, whose financial interests were threatened by environmental rules. In preparation for his confirmation, Pruitt submitted answers to written questions from the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on Jan. 18. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, a New York Democrat, asked whether Pruitt would support annual spending of $300 million on the program. His answer: “I note that $300 million has been the annual appropriation for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative for the past several years, even though the prior administration proposed to cut that funding to $250 million. Three hundred million also is the congressional authorized level of funding. If confirmed, I will take into account that funding history and congressional authorization when making recommendations to the O�ce of Management and Budget regarding EPA’s appropriations.” In other words, Pruitt criticized President Barack Obama for one year requesting only $250 million - a sum that members of Congress from both parties pushed up to $300 million.

‘In good faith’

Portman, a Republican, took this and other assurances as a good sign. “When I met with now Administrator Pruitt, he committed to continue the work we’ve started to protect Lake Erie from harmful algal blooms and invasive species and to fully implement and fully fund my legislation to reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative,” Portman said in a statement on Feb. 17, after the confirmation vote. Congress re-authorized the restoration initiative for another five years in late 2016, with a bill calling for $300 million in annual appropriations. But that authority alone is not enough. Congress must appropriate the money every single year - and the process starts with the president’s annual budget. Trump’s budget zeroed out the initiative. Asked if Portman feels misled by Pruitt, his spokeswoman, Emily Benavides, said Monday, “Rob believes that the EPA administrator made his comments in good faith. He will continue to fight for full funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, just as he did when President Obama proposed cuts to the program.” “Unequivocally, what this means is that Sen. Portman needs to go to bat for the Great Lakes, because the administration clearly is not,” said Jordan Lubetkin, a spokesman for the National Wildlife Federation.

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Commentary

The American Health Care Elimination Act By Gregory John Campbell

Guest Contributor

he Republican American Health Care Act (AHCA) should be properly understood as the American Health Care Elimination Act, because the AHCA implements the neoliberal outcome conservatives have always wanted—a fiscal and social “final solution”—that will reduce America to a vast de facto eliminationist camp, not through “socialized medicine,” but “socialized detention,” resulting in the social, economic and medical internment of tens of millions of Americans, as the AHCA economically punishes, culturally ghettos and medically eliminates the disadvantaged in our nation for an Aryan buck. Accordingly, Americans should understand that the AHCA isn’t about helping them, but about eliminating them. As to how Republicans can “feel” great about the potential genocide of millions of Americans through the AHCA, while not “being” good or human is simple— conceptual “doubling” or compartmentalization—where they are one thing in their minds politically, fiscally and socially in Washington—responsible, American and pious—while being the immoral opposite in their policy actions towards us in the hinterland—irresponsible, un-American and inhuman. But like the Emperor without any clothes,

the AHCA is as dead in the water as those who will be affected by it, in terms of doing any real good for us or our nation. But why is this? Because once one paternalistically “believes” (not thinking) that one’s particular “branch” (religion, party or culture) on the “Tree of Life” is the only “branch” that exists, and the only “branch” connected to the “Trunk,” “Root” and “Earth” beneath, it’s only inevitable that that “branch” would also arbitrarily assume the “other” branches should behave like them or be “cut off.” Which is what the conservative Republicans and their pious true believers intend to do to secure their neo-fascist control of our nation—“cut off” millions of Americans from humane

health care to fulfill their political fiscal and piously social eugenic programs. Consequently, what the AHCA will “usher” into our national life will be nothing less than a modern day human, cultural and medical “holocaust,” creating untold suffering for millions, while masquerading in the garments of fiscal and social “responsibility” as the best possible American reality. German Protestant minister, Martin Niemöller, lectured after World War II that: “Christianity in Germany bears a greater responsibility before God than the National Socialists, the SS and the Gestapo. We ought to have recognized the Lord Jesus in the brother who suffered and was persecuted despite him being a communist or Jew…Are not we Christians much more

to blame…much more guilty…than many who bathed their hands in blood?” Ditto for America’s conservative Republicans and pious true believers towards their fellow Americans, for they should remember their teacher’s words, “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do,” in terms of the cruel harm the AHCA will inflict on our land. But will they ever know? No, because echo-chambers exist to control their own, not inform them. Consequently, the AHCA is just a cunning health care scam (not plan) by the Republican Party to rob Americans of their wealth, health and life, cleverly gutting Medicare and Medicaid to fulfill their eliminationist programs, while dismantling the medical “safety net” preserving the lives of countless Americans and the health of their nation. For imagine how much more productive and entrepreneurial Americans would be if they didn’t have to worry about losing everything they have just because they got sick, because in ‘single payer’ nations citizens don’t do they? Ditto for their businesses. Accordingly, contact your officials and denounce this Orwellian crime on the soul of our nation inflicting a cruel war on the weak that’ll only result in more anger, poverty, division and suffering in our land, not less. America, choose what you want to be.

Fight the attempt to kill the Clean Water Rule By Rebecca Wodder Tribune News Service

In his February address to Congress, President Donald Trump promised clean water for all Americans. Why, then, is his administration intent on dismantling protections that cover a third of the nation’s drinking water? Trump has directed the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to rescind or revise the Clean Water Rule. Doing so would eliminate protections for small streams and millions of acres of wetlands. Drafted by the Army Corps and EPA during the Obama administration, the Clean Water Rule clarifies which bodies of water are protected from pollution. The rule was developed through a yearslong process that included hundreds of public meetings and input from more than a million citizens.

Let’s take a moment to remember why such regulations are necessary. A half-century ago, America’s waters were in serious trouble. In the early 1970s, two-thirds of the nation’s lakes, rivers and coastal waters had been declared unsafe for fishing or swimming. Untreated sewage and industrial wastes were dumped into rivers and bays; fish kills were common; and — in at least one memorable instance — an oil-fouled river actually caught fire. In response, President Richard Nixon signed the Clean Water Act in 1972, with strong bipartisan support. The act regulates what can be dumped into the nation’s rivers, lakes and coastal waters, and sets standards for water quality. It has kept billions of pounds of pollution from the nation’s waters and greatly increased the number of waterways that are safe for swimming and fishing.

However, in the decades after the act’s passage, polluting industries have mounted a series of legal challenges, creating confusion over which waters are covered. A pair of Supreme Court decisions further muddied the waters. The Clean Water Rule was developed to change that by providing regulatory clarity and a nationwide standard to protect water sources. Unfortunately, the rule has been tied up in litigation since it was announced in 2015. Now, Trump wants to do away with it altogether. The Clean Water Rule takes an upstream approach to protecting drinking water. It protects small headwater streams whose waters eventually flow from our taps. And it safeguards wetlands that provide a valuable free service by filtering out contaminants that would otherwise need to be removed from our water.

Without those protections, the quality of our drinking water will suffer. The cost of water treatment will go up, as will water bills. Rising costs will hurt low-income families that are already struggling to pay their water bills. What can you, as a concerned citizen, do? First, look into your community’s drinking water supplies: where your water comes from, what is polluting or threatening your water, and who is fighting to protect clean water in your community. Then make your concerns known to your elected representatives in local, state and federal offices. Demand that the Trump administration and Congress ensure affordable, clean water for all Americans. After all, clean water is — and must remain — a big part of what makes America great.

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Letters to the Editor GOP health plan would hurt us all The congressional Republican health care plan will be a disaster for working families. Their plan will take health care away from 24 million people across the country and impose painful taxes on working people. Budget experts predict that out-of-pocket expenses will skyrocket because companies will shift prices to their employees. That means thousands of dollars less in the pockets of working people. The proposed cuts to Medicaid will wreck our state budget and hurt people in our community who already are struggling to make ends meet. Their plan weakens Medicare. It takes three years off the life of the Medicare hospital fund in order to give a huge tax break just to people earning more than $200,000 a year. Their plan does nothing to deal with skyrocketing prices for medical care and prescription drugs. The people cutting America’s health care under the banner of reform have never had to worry about care for themselves or their families. CEOs, billionaires and right-wing politicians get the best care because cost isn’t a factor for them. The rest of us don’t have that luxury. Congress should focus on expanding coverage for more working people, not putting high-quality care out of reach.

Nelson, Bodine and Gorski the right 3 for RVC

For nearly three decades, I have had the privilege of teaching at Rock Valley College. Thousands of students have passed through my classroom, and I have been honored to play a small role in their lives. As I approach the final years of my career, I am deeply troubled about the future of the college I have served and loved. The election for the RVC Board of Trustees is April 4. RVC needs board members who understand that our obligations to students are non-negotiable and who honor and defend the faculty, students and staff who form the primary foundation of the college. John Nelson, Angelique Bodine and Paul Gorski share these priorities and represent a positive, forward-thinking approach to the challenges facing all colleges. If you or a loved one has ever attended RVC; if you have ever hired a graduate of RVC; or if you simply value the special place RVC holds in this community, I urge you to vote on April 4 for Nelson, Bodine, and Gorski. I believe the issue of whether RVC’s future will be one of growth or decline will be determined by this election.

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I met Mayor Bolin about a year ago, at Gill’s Diner on North 2nd Street. We both eat there most mornings, Monday through Friday between 7-8 a.m. to take advantage of their half-price breakfast special. Even at that early hour, our Mayor is on the job. Folks come to his table, with questions about Machesney Park issues. Jerry always graciously invites them to sit down, and listens carefully to their concerns. Jerry can usually answer their questions right there, or he will refer them to a person who can. Already, Jerry has had four very productive years as Mayor, dedicating his time to improving Machesney Park. A true gentleman, an Army-Airborne veteran, and a seasoned manager with 37 years’ experience, Jerry is the obvious choice in this election. His opponent, a full-time pharmacist, intends to keep that job, and only work “part time as Mayor.” The folks of Machesney Park deserve much more. Jerry views his job as a 24/7 position; works at least fifty hours a week, and is “on call,” all other hours. Re-elect Jerry Bolin as Machesney Park mayor.

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Rockford PAC says pick McNamara for mayor

Our community has much opportunity before it. Our residents have created a plan to achieve our community’s vision to become a top 25 city in the next 8 years. To achieve this vision will require bold leadership and an aligned community. Rockford’s next Mayor must be skilled at convening the resources required to execute our plans and achieve our vision. Resources come in many forms and from a variety of sources. To succeed, our next Mayor must be capable of assembling and harnessing local, state and national knowledge, expertise, and funding. Our next Mayor must have a sense of urgency in this regard. Moving swiftly will require the collective and decisive action of the Mayor’s administration and our City Council. We believe Tom McNamara is best suited to provide this necessary leadership, and we unanimously endorse him for Mayor of Rockford. Tom McNamara was born and raised in Rockford and has a strong commitment to improving the community. We believe serving on the Rockford City Council for the last four years has allowed him to forge positive working relationships with fellow council members both Republican and Democrat, and independent. Having served on the Council has given Tom a unique perspective on how to communicate effectively with aldermen and city staff to get things done. While there are challenges ahead, there is strong momentum for the city. Our central city has seen tremendous progress in commercial development and that must continue not only downtown but through redevelopment or infill in historic neighborhoods and commercial districts throughout the community. The city will continue to face serious challenges regarding its budget and crime. Tom McNamara has pledged to engage citizens and other stakeholders to address these problems. He wants more collaboration with area local government leaders and already enjoys a positive working relationship with Winnebago County Board Chairman Frank Haney. Cooperation between the city and county as well as other local jurisdictions is critical to the success of our region. We believe there is great potential for Tom McNamara to be a successful Mayor. We hope that a McNamara administration will accelerate the pace of our community’s transformation. The Rockford Regional Good Government PAC intends to be supportive in helping our next Mayor achieve the community’s vision.

Rockford Regional Good Government PAC

Beck the man for 12th ward

This a letter of support and a request for those in the 12th ward to vote for Alderman John Beck. Mr. Beck has demonstrated a common sense approach

and responsive leadership for ALL citizens living in our ward. He is responsive to questions and requests and he has good communications for information about the doings in our ward and the city. He deserves to be re-elected to another term on the City Council.

Lee Fray

Pruitt for Loves Park maypor

Having served nine years as Alderwoman of Loves Park, I have observed John Pruitt’s efforts to enhance the quality of life for all our citizens. Pruitt has been conscientious in his representative role. He is an outstanding listener, seriously taking in concerns while addressing issues affecting community life. He has served as chairman of the Community Development Committee and is knowledgeable and experienced with respect to the fiscal realities of city management. Pruitt’s outlook has successfully and consistently been focused effectively on matters affecting the city. John possess an abiding interest in the quality of like in Loves Park: its commercial and business base; its opportunities for recreation and leisure; its infrastructure and development; its appeal as a desirable residential setting. His initiative in beautification efforts has been outstanding, as witnessed by the bench project for pedestrian comfort. These efforts speak to his concern for how Loves Park present to potential residents, businesses and commercial interests. John’s candidacy for mayor of Loves Park speaks to his vision for building upon the strengths Loves Park possesses. I value his honestly and, more importantly, his ethical standards that will bring honor to the office of Mayor of Loves Park.

Janet Novak Loves Park

Endorsements and candidate letter notes

As we close in on the April 4 consolidated election, it’s time for candidates or office and their supporters to send in their letters. Next week’s issue, published on March 29, will be the final edition before election day. We must note, beginning with this election and moving forward, The Rock River Times will no longer provide endorsements for individual city council seats, county board seats, etc. We will only endorse city- and county-wide positions; state and federal candidates; as well as ballot initiatives. While we care greatly for every part of this community and strive for its success, we feel that we cannot wholeheartedly endorse candidates that do not live in our districts. Send us your letters, thoughts, comments, hate mail, etc. Email contact@ rockrivertimes.com or send snail mail to 128 N. Church St. Rockford, IL 61101.

The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

Drain That Swamp

Education lobbyist chased from department By Annie Waldman ProPublica

A former lobbyist for an association of for-profit colleges resigned last Friday from the Department of Education, where he had worked for about a month. As ProPublica reported last week, the Trump administration had hired Taylor Hansen to join the department’s “beachhead” team, a group of temporary hires who do not require approval from the U.S. Senate for their appointments. On the day Hansen resigned, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., sent a letter to Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos, citing ProPublica’s reporting and requesting more information on Hansen’s role. “Mr. Hansen’s recent employment history clearly calls into question his impartiality in dealing with higher education issues at the Department of Education, and raises alarming conflicts of interest concerns,” she wrote. Jim Bradshaw, an education department spokesman, told ProPublica in an email that the department was “grateful for [Hansen’s] contributions.” “He served ably and without conflict and decided his service had run its course,” said Bradshaw. Hansen did not imme-

diately respond to ProPublica’s request for comment. Bloomberg first reported Hansen’s departure. Hansen isn’t the only hire from the for-profit college industry to join the Education Department via the beachhead team. The New York Times reported that Robert S. Eitel, a former compliance officer at for-profit college operator Bridgepoint Education Inc., is working at the department. Eitel, a former deputy general counsel at the Education Department from 2006 to 2009, has been a critic of federal regulations on for-profit colleges. Warren also criticized Eitel’s hiring in her letter to DeVos. She noted that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau last September ordered Bridgepoint, Eitel’s former employer, to refund $23.5 million to students whom it had deceived into taking out loans that cost more than advertised. Bridgepoint is currently under investigation by the Department of Justice, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the attorneys general of New York, North Carolina, California and Massachusetts, Warren wrote. Until July 2016, Hansen worked as a registered lobbyist for the nation’s largest trade group of for-profit colleges, Career

Education Colleges and Universities, or CECU. He lobbied to weaken a regulation known as “gainful employment,” which permits the education department to rescind federal funding from schools whose students fail to earn enough to repay their debts. Just weeks after Hansen was hired by the Education Department, it began scaling back the regulations by delaying the deadline of certain provisions of the gainful employment rule. The move gives colleges three extra months to submit appeals and publish disclosures about the high debt loads of their graduates, while the department reviews the implementation of the rule. Hansen told ProPublica that he wasn’t working on the gainful employment regulations at the department, but he would not specify his responsibilities. He declined to comment on whether his role raised a potential conflict of interest. Hansen worked as CECU’s director of legislative and regulatory affairs from December 2013 to July 2016 and was a registered lobbyist for the group for the first half of 2016. Over the past five years, CECU has spent about $3.5 million lobbying on behalf of its more than 600 member institutions, the majority of which are

for-profit colleges. Shortly after his inauguration, Trump relaxed the Obama administration’s restrictions on hiring lobbyists. He issued an ethics order that allowed former lobbyists, such as Hansen, to work for agencies that they recently sought to influence. The policy does preclude former lobbyists from working on any “particular matter” on which they lobbied. Hansen would have been ineligible to work at the Education Department under the Obama administration’s policies. Hansen’s father, William Hansen, served in the early 2000s as deputy secretary of the Education Department, where he helped to roll back regulations on for-profit colleges. After leaving the department, William Hansen worked for several years as a lobbyist for Apollo Group Inc., the parent company of for-profit college chain the University of Phoenix. Ben Miller, the senior director of postsecondary education at the Center for American Progress, said that the lack of transparency around Hansen’s hiring raises concerns about temporary hires at the Education Department. “His entire tenure shows we need much more information on how the beachhead teams work,” Miller said.

Roger Stone’s Russian contact alibi falls apart Stone keeps referencing ‘independent’ information he had on Podesta — but the article he says proves it is based on Wikileaks. By Laurel Raymond ThinkProgress.org

Trump ally Roger Stone is one of the more colorful characters in the President’s arsenal. He wore a top hat and morning coat to Trump’s inauguration. He has a Nixon tattoo between his shoulder blades. He’s a weekly guest host on conspiracy theorist Alex Jones’ radio show. And now, he’s under FBI scrutiny for possibly colluding with the Russian election hacking to help boost President Donald Trump’s campaign — a charge he vehemently denies. The allegations stem from a series of actions of Stone’s, but chiefly rest on a prediction Stone made in August that it would “soon be Podesta’s time in the barrel.” A little over a month later, Wikileaks published John Podesta’s hacked emails. The FBI later confirmed that the hack, and subsequent leaking, was part of a Russian

attempt to undermine the U.S. election. The simplest interpretation of Stone’s tweet is that he knew the leaks were coming — hence the FBI investigation. Strengthening the circumstantial case, Stone bragged throughout August, September, and October about having “backchannel” communication with Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. Stone himself has another explanation: In a New York Times profile released this week, Stone told reporter Maggie Haberman that the tweet was referring to information he had on Podesta’s business dealings. “The Podesta tweet, Mr. Stone said, referred to information in an article Mr. Stone wrote that was published two months later, not any emails,” Haberman reports. Stone has made this defense before. In October 2016, about a week after the Podesta emails were published, Stone published an article on Breitbart defending himself from accusations of treason related to his August tweet. “I predicted that Podesta’s business dealings would be exposed. I didn’t hear it from Wikileaks, although Julian Assange and I share a common friend. I reported the

story on my website,” he wrote. The link he embedded now leads to a deleted article and a 404 error page. ThinkProgress accessed an archived version of the article — “Russian Mafia money laundering, the Clinton Foundation, and John Podesta” — u sing Wayback machine. Stone’s current defense of the Podesta tweet rests on him referring to wholly independent information he had on Podesta’s business dealings. In the article, however, he heavily relies on the Podesta Wikileaks dumps to make his case. It was originally published on October 13th, just 6 days before the Breitbart article in which he uses it to defend himself, and 6 days after the Wikileaks first began dumping Podesta’s emails. At the time, Stone was already under scrutiny for his predictions and alleged relationship with Assange. He begins the article this disclaimer: “To be clear, although I have had some back-channel communications with Wikileaks I had no advance notice about the hacking of Mr. Podesta nor I have I ever received documents or data from Wikileaks.”

He goes on to make a series of logical leaps that he says tie Podesta to shady Russian financial activities — using Wikileaks as a jumping-off point for his own “further research.” Stone’s own claims are garbled and very difficult to follow. “Wikileaks emails tie John Podesta, chairman of Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign, into the money-laundering network…” he writes. He later adds that “as a clear indication of a guilty conscience, the Wikileaks Podesta file further documents that Podesta made a serious effort to keep the transaction from coming to light.” All of the Wikileaks information Stone uses in the article was publicly available at the time. His defense of his August tweet, however, is that he was referring to his independent story, not to anything related to Wikileaks. Yet the story he links to was published after Wikileaks dumped Podesta’s emails, and repeatedly references them. It’s not separate from Wikileaks — meaning that it’s not the alibi Stone claims it is. Roger Stone did not respond to a request for comment or clarification from ThinkProgress.

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VOICES OF THE COMMUNITY

BTC ready to host 4 career fairs in April Blackhawk Technical College will open its doors to students and district residents alike during the first week of April with four career fairs. More than 75 private and public businesses and organizations from Wisconsin and northern Illinois are scheduled to attend. These FREE events will provide a perfect opportunity for those looking to rejuvenate or expand their employment status in the areas of manufacturing, business, automotive or health sciences. The Health Science Career Fair is first on the list. It will be Monday, April 3, in BTC’s newly remodeled, state of the art Health Science wing on the central campus, 6004 S. County Rd. G, Janesville, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Representatives from the following companies are expected to attend: ActiKare, Alden Estates, Alden Meadow Park Rehab and Health Care, Aurora Health Care, Beloit Health System, BrightStar Care, Department of Veteran A�airs, Dungarvin Wisconsin, LLC, Edgerton Care Center, Edgerton Hospital and Health Services, Forward Dental, Froedtert Health, Genesee Community Services, Heartland Hospice, The Heights of Evansville Manor, Home Instead Senior Care, Maxim Healthcare Services, MCFI Home Care, Mercy Health System, Premier Medical Sta�ng Services, Premier Rehab and Skilled Nursing, REM Wisconsin, Riverfront, Rock County, SSM Health, Tender Reflections Assisted Living, Unity Point Health, Upper Iowa University, UW Health, The Villa at Middleton Village, Walgreens, Walworth County, Willowick Assisted Living and Zimmerman Management Group. Tuesday, April 4 will be the Manufacturing Career Fair from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Advanced Manufacturing Training Center, 15 Plumb St., Milton, WI. Companies represented will be: Aerotek, Alliant Energy, American Extrusion International, Basin Precision Machining LLC, Bell Laborartories, Inc, Crown Equipment, Dollar General Distribution, GOEX, Hufcor Inc., Hughes Resources, Kelly Services, Kuhn North America, Inc., Lowes Milwork, METCO, Monroe Truck Equipment, Inc., Morgan Corporation, MPC, Inc., MPC Inc., North American Tool Corporation, Orchid

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Readers, musicians needed for Frank Schier’s memorial

Those interested at speaking during the memorial for Frank Schier on Sunday, April 2 at 3 p.m. at Mendelssohn should contact Stephanie at 815-708-0639. We are also looking for musicians for the musical procession to the river following the memorial, and for a possible jam session on stage during the memorial. We would also note that the obituary published last week noted Frank’s

graduation class from Boylan as 1978; he graduated in 1972. –Sta� report

Becca’s Closet open for prom season

Becca’s Closet will o�cially open for the homecoming season on Saturday, March 25. Becca’s Closet, located at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1829 N. Rockton Ave. will be open from 9-11:30 a.m. Saturdays through May 6. Good Shepherd is located three blocks north of Auburn Street, directly across from West Middle School. The Rockford chapter of Becca’s Closet serves as a boutique that collects and distributes formal wear free of charge, donations are encouraged, to young women from Rockford and surrounding communities who would not otherwise be able to attend proms, homecomings, and other special events, like winter formals. Last year, 700 dresses were given away. It is anticipated that over 100 girls will come for opening day to choose a dress. Rockford Area Lutheran Ministries, a partnership organization of area ELCA congregations, operates the chapter. Becca’s Closet regularly accepts donated dresses and accessories, including party shoes. Dresses that are clean and in good repair, plus-size, jewelry and shoes are especially appreciated. For more information or to donate dresses and accessories to Becca’s Closet, please contact Rockford Area Lutheran Ministries at 815-962-4279, email RALMmail@aol.com, or see youtube. com/watch?v=j01W-4HOEtI&t=21s. – Rockford Area Lutheran Ministries

org through April 11. This luncheon is presented by Women’s Art Board of RAM and sponsored by Alpine Bank; additional sponsors include Dean Alan Olson Foundation and Sarah Hagarty. Ticket proceeds help Women’s Art Board support Rockford Art Museum educational programming. MacArthur Fellow Jeanne Gang, FAIA, is the founding principal of Studio Gang, an architecture and urbanism practice with o�ces in Chicago and New York. Jeanne works across scales and typologies to test how design can strengthen relationships between individuals, communities, and environments. Her interdisciplinary and research-driven approach has produced projects from multi-acre urban parks to super-tall towers. Jeanne and Studio Gang are currently designing major projects throughout the Americas and Europe, including an expansion of the American Museum of Natural History in New York City; the next United States Embassy in Brasília, Brazil; the competition for the renovation of Tour Montparnasse in Paris; a uniﬁed campus for the California College of the Arts in San Francisco; a re-envisioned Arkansas Arts Center in Little Rock; a multi-city project re-imagining civic buildings across the U.S.; and the National Building Museum’s 2017 Summer Block Party installation. –RAM Voices of the Community continues on Page 20.

Architect Jeanne Gang to speak at RAM fundraising luncheon

Internationally acclaimed architect Jeanne Gang is the featured speaker at a special fundraising luncheon for Rockford Art Museum on April 18 at Giovanni’s in Rockford. The Belvidere native is a MacArthur Fellow whose award-winning projects with Studio Gang Architects include Chicago skyscraper Aqua and Rock Valley College’s Starlight Theatre. Tickets are $55 and available at rockfordartmuseum.

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The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

Illinois skeet champion Schroeder signs with Schreiner

Benjamin Schroeder, a champion skeet shooter from Cherry Valley was at Schreiner University in Texas on Thursday, March 16, to sign a letter of intent. He is the son of David and Beth Schroeder. Schroeder, who plans on starting at Schreiner in fall 2017 and majoring in business, was on his way to compete in the Blaser Skeet Classic in San Antonio, March 16-19. His recent record includes winning the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) nationals American skeet doubles championship; the Wisconsin State SCTP grand championship; and the Illinois State 28-gauge championship. He was high over all (HOA) runner-up at the Kolar Mid-America Skeet Tournament, and holds the top HOA for Illinois high school skeet in 2017. Schroeder is also a four-time member of the National Rifle Association’s All-Scholastic Team. A senior with online Keystone National High School, he competes as part of the Central Falcons Varsity Shooters of Westosha Central High School in Salem, Wis. Schroeder said he chose Schreiner University because he likes the campus, the warm climate and the successful record of the Schreiner Shooting Sports Society. Under the leadership of Coach Bill Thomas, the Schreiner shooters will compete in the ACUI Collegiate Clay Target Championship on March 28-April 2 at the National Shooting Complex in San Antonio. They will be seeking to win the Division III championship after finishing second for three straight years. For more information about the Schreiner Shooting Sports Society, contact Cindy Becker, staff advisor, at 830-446-6014. –Sandy Nash, Schreiner U.

Applicants needed for Jane Lyons Memorial Scholarship

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The Jane Lyons Memorial Scholarship for young women was established within the Rockford Park District Foundation to assist girls who enjoy playing the game of golf and who are pursuing an undergraduate degree. This scholarship was made possible by the great generosity of Jane Lyons, who left nearly $1.2 million to the Foundation to endow the scholarship and provide funding for girls golf programming in the Rockford Park District. One $2,500 scholarship will be provided annually, and will be renewable for up to four years for a cumulative total of $10,000. The first scholarship was awarded in 2015.

Applicant Eligibility

• Female students who enjoy playing the game of golf • Residents of Winnebago/ Boone County or a participant in a Rockford Park District golf program • Enrolled or plan to enroll in a full-time twoor four-year degree program.

How to Apply

Application letter and letters of recommendation are required to apply. Application requirements can be found online at rockfordparkdistrict.org/foundation. Applications are due April 7, 2017. If anyone has any questions about the application, contact Lori Berkes-Nelson, Foundation Director, at 815 987-1675 or loriberkesnelson@rockfordparkdistrict.org. –Rockford Park District

The science of Spring break fun

Jump-start your Spring Break with Spring into Science at Discovery Center Museum. Loads of special activities will take place weekdays March 27-31 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. In addition to 300 hands-on exhibits, there will be live science demonstrations, planetarium shows, and fun art and craft activities each day. In addition, visitors can celebrate STEM as we play with numbers, explore translucent colors, dabble in reflection, and much more. All activities are included with museum admission except for planetarium shows, which cost $1for the public and $0.50 for museum members. Museum admission is $8 per person and free to members and children age one and younger. Spring into Science is sponsored in part by Northwest Bank and a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. For additional information, the public is encouraged to call Discovery Center at 815-963-6769 or visit the Museum’s web site at discoverycentermuseum.org. –Discovery Center

BJSO Presents Dancing with the Stars

The Beloit Janesville Symphony Orchestra (BJSO) is bringing a sensational event back to the community. Come watch community “stars” dance the day away on April 2 at BJSO’s first Dancing with the Stars fundraiser. Have a lot of fun and raise money for Rock County’s symphony orchestra by voting for your favorite “stars.” Each vote is only $1. Adding to the fun, a silent auction and various raffles will take place. Complimentary hors d’oevres will be served during the preshow party. Also, a cash bar will be available. All donations and proceeds from the event will go toward BJSO, your community orchestra, which has been bringing classical music to Rock County for over 63 years. BJSO is a nonprofit organization and relies on sponsors, fundraisers and donations in order to continue to bring quality live music to our community. BJSO’s Dancing with the Stars will be at the Janesville Performing Arts Center, 408 S. Main St. For more information visit beloitjanesvillesymphony.org, email bjso2016@ gmail.com or call 608-313-1200. –BJSO

Hononegah alum to return to Rivets

In just over two months, Stateline baseball fans will be able to see a local product pitch again for the Rockford Rivets. The Northwoods League team announced on Tuesday that former Rockton Hononegah High School and McHenry County College righthander Jack Granath will return for the summer. The 6-foot, 6-inch junior, who is now at NAIA Davenport (Mich.) University, went undefeated at the junior-college level last year. “Big Jack pitched for us last summer for a few weeks and we were really impressed with his stuff,” Rivets manager Brian Smith said. “Jack is redshirting this spring at Davenport, so we expect him to come in ready to contribute immediately. Jack is a big righthander who likes to challenge hitters with his fastball. We are excited to have Jack back in our rotation.” –Rockford Rivets Let us know what your company or organization is doing. Submit your notices to contact@ rockrivertimes.com.

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times.

Cooking up fun with Alton Brown By Paula Hendrickson

Contributor

ust over two years ago Food Network favorite Alton Brown hit the stage of the Coronado with his “Edible Inevitable Tour.” He returns Wednesday, April 5 with what he promises is an entirely new live show, the “Eat Your Science Tour.” When I spoke with him last month, Brown explained why he likes hitting the road. Here’s what he had to say. Most people know you from your long-running series, Good Eats, which ended five years ago but lives on in repeats. Any truth to the rumors you’re bringing it back? AB: The only reason I stopped after 14 years was because I just got tired. I poured so much into that show that I could only make about 22 of them a year because there was so much research and so much writing. And it was a single camera shoot, so once we were in production I could only make one about every three days. It kind of wore me out. But I am going to be re-launching it. I’m doing a digital follow up to it, starting this year. The child of Good Eats, as it were. As a TV cook, what’s it like doing a food-focused live show? AB: Well, luckily I did a whole lot of theater when I was younger—my college

degree was in theater—so I kind of feel like I’m returning to a first love. But I decided a few years ago that I wanted to put on a culinary variety show. I’d always had a lot of fun doing live demos at everything from science festivals to corporate events, but you could never mount anything really big because it’s too expensive, you’ve got to be able to amortize that across a tour. So I built the “Edible Inevitable Tour” which was a true variety show—live music, my band and I did food songs; it was very large, with unusual culinary demonstrations, audience interaction, puppets!—a 2-hour variety show for food lovers. We had so much fun with that show. I decided I liked the way the chassis works, the structure of the show. I wondered if I could come up with another one. So I put the last show to bed and came up with the “Eat Your Science Tour” which is the same level, the same structure of the show, but 100 percent new material. New songs. New demos. New everything. What’s it like being on stage? AB: It’s the most fun I have, by a long shot. I’m not going to say it’s something I was born to do, but it’s everything that being in front of a TV camera isn’t. I think it’s one of the reasons so many people who act in movies want to run off and do theater for a while, because every night it’s just about you and that

audience. Every night it’s different, every night it’s new. You use social media to share photos of what you eat and drink while on tour. How important is that to you? AB: It’s huge. A lot of people think, “Oh, that’s clever marketing.” It actually isn’t. It’s how I remember these places. To me, the best way to make a connection with the people in that audience is to eat what they tell me to eat. I can’t barge into their homes—although I’ve certainly thought of doing that, there might be some people who’d let me, and some people might shoot me, I don’t know— but we all have to eat. Sometimes I eat too much! So my thing with #ABRoadEats is whatever people vote for, that’s where we go. And I talk about it. I think a certain relationship with the audience comes out of it, and certainly by the time the show rolls around that night, the audience and I already know each other a little bit because we already have this connection through the food, which is invaluable to me. I didn’t always do it. I only started in the last leg of my first tour, when I realized I was missing a huge opportunity to have these memories and have these experiences that I wouldn’t have otherwise. Any parting thoughts? AB: I’ve been very fortunate that I’ve spent basically 20 years taking advantage

of the fact that no matter what else goes on in culture, food brings people together. I feel really fortunate that like right now when the entire country is at each other’s throat—or at its own throat– everybody still wants a steak and some popcorn. So I feel like I’m really lucky. I’m getting ready to tour all these states and people will come and they’ll have a good time because, ultimately, they like food. And we need to remember that’s some of the great cultural connective tissue that we have. Especially in this day and age. I’m not saying that I’m here to heal a broken nation, but if I can just provide some good community time that has no real downside to it, where everybody can get along and everybody can enjoy something, I don’t see what’s wrong with that.

Notes

Want to suggest a restaurant he should while in town? Use the hashtag #ABRoadEatsRFD in a social media post and it will be added to the growing list. If you go: “Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science,” 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, Coronado Theater, altonbrowntour.com/ shows/rockford#. On TV: Brown’s new series, Iron Chef Gauntlet premieres on Food Network Sunday, April 16 at 8 p.m.

The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

Rockford Rocked Interviews

Blackmarket metal By Todd Houston

M Contributor

etalheads Blackmarket Democracy formed in 2009 and hail from Chicago. Their influences included Bad Brains, King’s X, Pantera and Black Label Society. These guys put on a loud, high energy show with the Bad Brains nod being very apparent. Blackmarket Democracy guitarist and vocalist M. Wht is a big man, maybe 7’ 7” and pushing 600 lbs (not really, but sort of). This guy has been known to hop around the stage firing up the crowd and creating a mosh pit almost on demand. Last week we caught up with him to talk about music influences, city life and guitars. RRI: You guys have been through Rockford a few times. What do you think of our happy little city next to the Rock River? I hope you didn’t get shot at. Blackmarket Democracy (M. Wht): Every time we pull into Rockford I’m always amazed at the amount of heart the arts and the music Community has, and Whiskey’s Roadhouse is totally insane. But it really isn’t that hard to see the amount of heart that the 815 has

when you have representatives like Big John on the metal mashup show, Chris Johnson, and all of the bands that come out at 815 – they have all shown us heart and love. Scott and the fellas of Alpha Villain; Rick and the On My six crew; so-called Saints; Paul and the fellas from 99 Proof Devils… these are a few of the bands that Blackmarket has had the privilege to share the stage with in Chicago and in Rockford. They definitely know how to represent working hard and playing even harder. RRI: I caught some of your show at Whiskey’s Roadhouse last year. The place was thumping! When will you guys be back? BD: Not sure but would love to soon! RRI: Ever been to the Uncle Nick’s gyro joint on State Street? It’s a must for after bar munchie goodness. BD: No, but the absolute best spot for after show munchies in Chicago would have to be the hot dog stands off of Roosevelt and I-94 near University of Illinois. RRI: Okay, tell us how the band was put together and who the members are. BD: Mike White on vox and guitar; Glover Washington on drums; Steve

Gaede on guitar; and OT on bass. As it turned out, we were all looking for something new. After playing our first song together there was this chemistry between the four of us. It just clicked from there. RRI: Was it difficult finding musicians with the same musical tastes and interest? BD: Not at all. There is a quality inside of each one of us that complements each other’s. It’s a pretty amazing thing when the four of us are in the same room. RRI: What were some of your influences growing up? BD: Our musical influences vary from Billy Cobham, Paul Simenon, Eddie Van Halen, Cordell Boogie Mosson and Zakk Wylde. RRI: I’ve never been there but some folks say that Chicago Music Exchange (3316 N. Lincoln Ave.) has some killer vintage equipment! Ever been there? BD: Steve our guitarist has spent some time in the Chicago Music Exchange and they definitely take good care of him. If you get a chance, make sure you check out his pedalboard! It is fully loaded. RRI: Here’s a scenario: You guys are busting your butts onstage and the crowd

still looks like they all drank a bottle of NyQuil before showing up to the club. What song do you pull out of the arsenal to get them pumped up and awake? BD: “Buckshot,” of course! Another Blackmarket tune would be “Bounce.” We have not recorded that one yet, but it is a crowd mover. RRI: I see you guys are set to play The Annex in Madison. Are there still metal fans in the Mad City? BD: Yep! RRI: Any cool road stories involving rednecks, chicken wire or banjos? BD: Memphis, Tennessee. A guy thought we were the “help”! He was in complete amazement when we rocked his world harder than it ever had been. We had a good laugh! People say the strangest things – for example, a girl at one of our shows once said that said that, “This is the first time that she had ever been this close to black men!” Ooookay, what do you do when someone says that? (laughs). “Thanks for enjoying the show, please grab a t-shirt and CD on the way out, ma’am.” Find more about Blackmarket Democracy on Facebook, including upcoming shows in the Chicagoland area.

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times.

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Songs for a New World March 16 - April 8, 2017 Nordlof Center 118 N. Main St. Rockford , IL $18 tickets available at www.usualsuspectspresents.com

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The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

Essay

This place

Connie McIntosh, photo

By Don Miller

Contributor

have always given credit to my parents for creating an interest in the natural world in me. When I was young, my family went on a few spectacular trips to the scenic west. However, it was the visits to local areas that allowed me to develop a strong sense of place and grow up with an appreciation for the natural world. Paul Gruchow in his book, Boundary Waters: The Grace of the Wild, shows the difference between scenery and place: “scenery is something you have merely looked at, place is something you have experienced.” A sense of place is an extension of home. We need to cultivate the concept of home and broaden it to the surrounding natural communities. By getting to know an area, becoming familiar with it in all its inhabitants and through all the seasons, an awareness can be developed that leads to a sense of place. Richard

Nelson in his book The Island Within states, “There may be more to learn by climbing one mountain one hundred times, than by climbing one hundred different mountains.” We must take time to explore our “backyards.” We essential to learn to pace our lives, relax and absorb what is around us. There are plenty of adventures to undertake close to home. How fortunate we who live in this north-central Illinois region are and how few really know how lucky in an ecological and recreational way we are to be in this area. If we can extend our backyard opportunities that exist to explore we would find over 10,000 acres located in the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County. Rockford Park District owns 5,000 total acres of land that includes 900 acres of forested natural area. Rock Cut State Park covers 3,000 acres, enveloping over 200 acres of open water in the form of Pierce Lake and Olson Lake, and the Natural Land Institute owns

1,200 acres just in Winnebago and Ogle Counties. There are also close to 2,200 acres included within the Byron Forest Preserve District and over 3,200 acres located in Boone County Conservation District properties. A person can find themselves paddling over 90 miles on five riverways in the region. There are many other great public and private spots to experience nature encounters. In today’s world of fast paced, high tech and instant gratification, one must make time for the elemental pleasures. There is way too much TV, computer, and so on. Only when we attain a sense of place will we realize the value of our natural communities. We need to extend our backyards to recognize the significance of our local rivers, prairies, woods and other open areas in our community. I hope that more of us realize these treasures we have in our region. Those areas allow us to slow up and calm down, to create memories, to see the beauty around us. They allow

us to feel a connection, to learn and appreciate the other life forms we share it with. Ultimately they teach us to live in a region that we have a sense of place with and that we can be proud to call home. I have seen it written that a “place” is a spot with a story. We need to start making those stories happen. I invite you to get out of your house and attend one or all the “2017 Wildflower Walkabouts - Explore North Central Illinois,” starting in April and continuing into June. The walks are co-sponsored by Severson Dells Nature Center and Natural Land Institute, check their websites to see the calendar. Hope to see you on the trail or on the river. Don Miller is a nature educator and has lived his entire life in north central Illinois. He has explored by foot and canoe this area for over 55 years. He has received the distinguished “Atwood Award” and the Illinois Environmental Education Association’s “Malcolm D. Swan Award for Outstanding Service Award.”

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times.

Film Reviews

Kong reboot delightfully entertaining

By Thomas Simpson

Contributor

t’s been 85 years since audiences first witnessed King Kong climb the Empire State Building. In that time there has been remakes, sequels and crossovers that have seen Kong do battle with legendary monsters. Kong: Skull Island is the 8th film in the franchise and takes us back to the giant ape’s home. Here director Jordan Vogt-Roberts offers a fresh perspective as we get somewhat of an origin story that explains Kong’s purpose on this earth. He may not make it to New York this time around but that doesn’t mean he’s safe from man. Set in 1973, the U.S. Government lead a motley crew including scientists and military personnel on a secret mission to Skull Island. Once on the island they

start dropping bombs to determine if the ground is hollow. Kong isn’t impressed with the invasion and kills many of the army men in retaliation. Lieutenant Colonel Preston Packard (Samuel L. Jackson) doesn’t take to kindly to the act of war and vows revenge on Kong. Unfortunately for the visitors, King is the least of their worries. This is a monster film first and foremost heavily influenced by Vietnam war films such as Platoon and Apocalypse Now. The jungle landscape allows for stunning cinematography and keeps Kong in his natural environment without relying on the fish out of water trope. It also allows for wanton destruction without falling into the disaster porn traps that plague blockbuster action films. The film is a lot of fun accompanied with a great cast that look like they’re

having a ball. Jackson is the modern incarnation of Captain Ahab, with a thousand-yard stare that burns through the screen. He’s portrayed as a villain yet he’s not a bad guy, neither is Kong but he’s blind to that. While the script bears similarities to 2014’s Godzilla, Kong: Skull Island injects more humour into the story. John C. Reilly is in excellent form as Hank Marlow, a World War II pilot that’s been stranded on the island for almost 30 years. His character allows for some great exposition with his excellent one-liners providing many laughs. At its heart though, this is a monster movie, and there’s no hesitation in putting Kong against his natural enemy, the Skullcrawlers. The fight sequences are brilliantly animated and wonderfully choreographed. Rather than turn into a CGI mess, the attention to detail is commendable including some inven-

tive scenes including a makeshift brass knuckles Kong makes out of a ship anchor. Like previous films, Kong forms a bond with the female lead. Here its Brie Larson’s pacifist photojournalist but the relationship isn’t hammered home. It’s subtle enough to show Kong’s caring side without dragging the film down with an unnecessary subplot. Despite his enemies, Kong has more allies than foes this time round. The after credits stinger confirms a few easter eggs you may have picked up throughout the film. By now it’s probably a terribly kept secret and even the credits give away the surprise. Still, it’s worth staying for and provides some icing on the cake for what is a delightfully entertaining film. Thomas is a writer and filmmaker based in Glasgow, U.K. Find him on Twitter: @Simmy41.

The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

Chuck Berry. 1926-2017

An incalculable influence Chuck Berry was, quite frankly, rock ‘n’ roll. By Hillel Italie

Associated Press

ock n’ roll was more than a new kind of music, but a new story to tell, one for kids with transistor radios in their hands and money in their pockets, beginning to raise questions their parents never had the luxury to ask.

Along with James Dean and J.D. Salinger and a handful of others in the 1950s, Chuck Berry — who was 90 when he died Saturday at his suburban St. Louis home — helped define the modern teenager. While Elvis Presley gave rock n’ roll its libidinous, hip-shaking image, Berry was the auteur, setting the narrative for a generation no longer weighed down by hardship or war. Well before the rise of Bob Dylan, Berry wedded social commentary to the beat and rush of popular music. “He was singing good lyrics, and intelligent lyrics, in the ‘50s when other people were singing, ‘Oh, baby, I love you so,’” John Lennon once observed. “Classic rock” begins with Chuck Berry, who had announced late last year that he would first new album

since 1979, called “Chuck,” sometime this year. His core repertoire was some three dozen songs, but his influence was incalculable, from the Beatles and Rolling Stones to virtually every garage band or arena act that called itself rock ‘n roll. In his late 20s before his first major hit, Berry crafted lyrics that spoke to young people of the day and remained fresh decades later. “Sweet Little Sixteen” captured rock ‘n’ roll fandom, an early and innocent ode to the young girls later known as “groupies.” ‘’School Day” told of the sing-song trials of the classroom (“American history and practical math; you’re studying hard, hoping to pass ...”) and the liberation of rock ‘n’ roll once the day’s final bell rang.

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times.

“Roll Over Beethoven” was an anthem to rock’s history-making power, while “Rock and Roll Music” was a guidebook for all bands that followed (“It’s got a back beat, you can’t lose it”). “Back in the U.S.A.” was a black man’s straight-faced tribute to his country, at a time there was no guarantee Berry would be served at the drive-ins and corner cafes he was celebrating. “Everything I wrote about wasn’t about me, but about the people listening,” he once said. “Johnny B. Goode,” the tale of a guitar-playing country boy whose mother tells him he’ll be a star, was Berry’s signature song, the archetypal narrative for would-be rockers and among the most ecstatic recordings in the music’s history. Berry can hardly contain himself as the words hurry out (“Deep down Louisiana close to New Orleans/Way back up in the woods among the evergreens”) and the downpour of guitar, drums and keyboards amplifies

every call of “Go, Johnny Go!” The song was inspired in part by Johnnie Johnson, the boogie-woogie piano man who collaborated on many Berry hits, but the story could have easily been Berry’s, Presley’s or countless others’. Commercial calculation made the song universal: Berry had meant to call Johnny a “colored boy,” but changed “colored” to “country,” enabling not only radio play, but musicians of any color to imagine themselves as stars. “Chances are you have talent,” Berry later wrote of the song. “But will the name and the light come to you? No! You have to go!” Johnny B. Goode could only have been a guitarist. The guitar was rock ‘n’ roll’s signature instrument and Berry the first guitar hero. His clarion sound, a melting pot of country flash and rhythm ‘n blues drive, turned on at least a generation of musicians, among them the Stones’ Keith Richards, who once acknowledged he had “lifted every lick” from Berry; the Beatles’ George Harrison; Bruce Springsteen; and the Who’s Pete Townshend. When NASA launched the unmanned Voyager I in 1977, an album was stored on the craft that would explain music on Earth to extraterrestrials. The one rock song included was “Johnny B. Goode.” Country, pop and rock artists have recorded Berry songs, including the Beatles (“Roll Over Beethoven”), Emmylou Harris (“You Never Can Tell”), Buck Owens (“Johnny B. Goode”) and AC/ DC (“School Days”). The Rolling Stones’ first single was a cover of Berry’s “Come On” and they went on to perform and record “Around and Around,” ‘’Let it Rock” and others. Berry riffs pop up in countless songs, from the Stones’ ravenous “Brown Sugar” to the Eagles’ mellow country-rock ballad “Peaceful Easy Feeling.” Some stars covered him too well. The Beach Boys borrowed the melody of “Sweet Little Sixteen” for their surf anthem “Surfin’ U.S.A.” without initially crediting Berry. The Beatles’ “Come Together,” written by Lennon, was close enough to Berry’s “You Can’t Catch Me” to inspire a lawsuit by music publisher Morris Levy. In an out of court settlement, Lennon agreed to record “You Can’t Catch Me” for his 1975 “Rock n’ Roll” album. Berry himself was accused of theft. In 2000, Johnson sued Berry over royalties and credit he believed he was due for the songs they composed together over more than 20 years of collaboration. The lawsuit was dismissed two years later, but Richards was among those who believed Johnson had been cheated, writing in his memoir “Life” that Johnson set up the arrangements for Berry and was so essential to the music that many of Berry’s songs were recorded in keys more suited for the piano. He received a Grammy for lifetime achievement in 1984 and two years later became a charter member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, along with

Presley, Buddy Holly, Little Richard and others. In the 1990s, Berry began giving monthly concerts in the intimate setting of the “Duck Room” of the Blueberry Hill club in St. Louis, drawing visitors from around the world. At times he was joined by his son, guitarist Charles Berry Jr., and daughter, Ingrid Berry Clay, on vocals and harmonica. He married their mother, Themetta Suggs, in 1948. They had four children. Charles Edward Anderson Berry was born in St. Louis on Oct. 18, 1926. As a child he practiced a bent-leg stride that enabled him to slip under tables, a prelude to the trademark “duck walk” of his adult years. His mother, like Johnny B. Goode’s, told him he would make it, and make it big. Berry studied the mechanics of music and how it was transmitted. As a teenager, he loved to take radios apart and put them back together. Using a Nick Manoloff guitar chord book, he learned how to play the hits of the time. He was fascinated by chord progressions and rhythms, discovering that many songs borrowed heavily from the Gershwins’ “I Got Rhythm.” He began his musical career at age 15 when he went on stage at a high school review to perform a cover of Jay McShann’s “Confessin’ the Blues.” Berry would never forget the ovation he received. “Long did the encouragement of that performance assist me in programming my songs and even their delivery while performing,” he wrote in “Chuck Berry,” a memoir published in 1986. “I added and deleted according to the audiences’ response to different gestures, and chose songs to build an act that would constantly stimulate my audience.” Influenced by bandleader Louis Jordan and blues guitarist T-Bone Walker among others, hip to country music, novelty songs and the emerging teen audiences of the post-World War II era, Berry signed with Chicago’s Chess Records in 1955 after hooking up with Johnson three years earlier. “Maybellene” reworked the country song “Ida Red” and rose into the top 10 of the national pop charts, a rare achievement for a black artist at that time. According to Berry, label owner Leonard Chess was taken by the novelty of a “hillbilly song sung by a black man,” an inversion of Presley’s covers of blues songs. Several hits followed, including “Roll Over Beethoven,” ‘’School Day” and “Sweet Little Sixteen.” Among his other songs: “Memphis,” ‘’Nadine,” ‘’Let it Rock,” ‘’Almost Grown” and the racy novelty number “My Ding-A-Ling,” which topped the charts in 1972, his only No. 1 single. Berry didn’t care for hard drugs and spoke of drinking screwdrivers “without the driver.” But he knew too well the outlaw life. His troubles began in 1944, when a joy riding trip to Kansas City turned into a crime spree involving armed robberies

and car theft. Berry served three years of a 10-year sentence at a reformatory. In the early 1960s, his career was nearly destroyed when he was indicted for violating the Mann Act, which barred transportation of a minor across state lines for “immoral purposes.” There were two trials: the first so racist that a guilty verdict was vacated, and the second leading to prison time, 1 1/2 years of a three-year term. Berry continued to record after getting out, and his legacy was duly honored by the Beatles and the Stones, but his hit-making days were essentially over. “Down from stardom/then I fell/to this lowly prison cell,” Berry wrote in his journal as his jail time began. Tax charges came in 1979, based on Berry’s insistence he receive concert fees in cash, and another three-year prison sentence, all but 120 days of which was suspended. Some former female employees sued him for allegedly videotaping them in the bathroom of his restaurant. The cases were settled in 1994, after Berry paid $1.3 million. Openly money-minded, Berry was an entrepreneur with a St. Louis nightclub and, west of the city, property he dubbed Berry Park, which included a home, guitar-shaped swimming pool, restaurant, cottages and concert venue. He declined to have a regular band and instead used local musicians, willing to work cheap, wherever he performed. Springsteen was among those who had an early gig backing Berry. Berry and his duck walk were seen in several teen exploitation flicks of the ‘50s. In the 1980s, Richards organized the well-received documentary “Hail! Hail! Rock ‘n’ Roll,” featuring highlights from concerts at St. Louis’ Fox Theatre to celebrate Berry’s 60th birthday that included Eric Clapton, Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis, who recalled being told by his own mother that Berry, not he, was the true king of rock ‘n’ roll. Burned by an industry that demanded a share of his songwriting credits, Berry was deeply suspicious of even his admirers, as anybody could tell from watching him give Richards the business in “Hail! Hail! Rock ‘n’ Roll.” For the movie’s concerts, he confounded Richards by playing songs in different keys and tempos than they had been in rehearsal. Richards would recall turning to his fellow musicians and shrugging, “Wing it, boys.” Berry also was the subject of countless essays and histories of rock music, but he was his own best biographer. In “Go, Go, Go,” one of many songs to feature Johnny B. Goode, he celebrates his magic on stage, an act irresistible to young and old, boy and girl, dog and cat. Duckwalkin’ on his knees, peckin’ like a hen Lookin’ like a locomotive, here he comes again Meow said the kitty, puppy bow, wow, wow Go and pick your guitar, Johnny don’t stop now, oh baby

The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

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March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times.

A&E Happenings Arts & Theater

Attractions The ARC - 1222 E. State St., Beadware Mondays 1-4 p.m.; Open Studio Wednesdays & Thursdays 1-4 p.m. The Art Box – 308 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: 815-758-0313. Artists’ Ensemble Theatre – Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. Info: 815-394-5004. ArtSpace West Gallery – 1426 N. Main St. Wed.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. Info: 815-963-1894. Beloit Fine Arts Incubator – 520 E. Grand Ave., Beloit, Wis. Gallery hours: Mon.,10 a.m.-2 p.m. ; Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sat.,10 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: 608-322-4250. For further information please visit BeloitFineArtsIncubator.com or call the gallery at 608-313-9083. Beloit College – Logan Museum of Anthropology, Shaw Gallery, 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. Tues.Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 608-363-2828. Belvidere Performing Arts Center – 1500 E. Ave., Belvidere. Tickets available at Tickets.thestudiorockford.com or 815-332-2205. Byron Civic Theatre – 850 N. Colfax, Byron. Info: 815-312-3000 or bctmagic.com. Cadillac Palace Theatre – 151 W. Randolph St., Chicago. BroadwayInChicago.com. The Castle - The Castle Performing Arts Center at 501 Prospect St. is Beloit’s newest home for the arts. For information visit thecastlebeloit.com or call 608-346-3114. Coronado Performing Arts Center – 314 N. Main St. 815-968-5222 or coronadopac.org. DeKalb Area Women’s Center Galleries - 1021 State St., DeKalb. Fridays, 7-9 p.m. Info: 815-758-1351. Ingrid Dohm Studio Gallery – 839 N. Perryville Road. Appointments/Info: 815-519-6492. Fireside Dinner Theatre - 1131 Janesville Ave., Fort Atkinson, WI. (800) 477-9505 Freeport Art Museum – 121 N. Harlem Ave., Freeport. Info: 815-235-9755. Gallery C – 900 Jackson St., Suite 113, Dubuque, Iowa. The Gallery At JustGoods – 201 Seventh St. Info: 815-965-8903. Grace Performing Arts Center - Festival 56 productions are performed at this location, 316 South Main Street, Princeton. 815-879-5656, ext. 11, festival56.com Horseflower’s Creative Hotspot - Located in the historic SM & SF building (upstairs) at 1019 3rd Ave. in the heart of Midtown. Creative space featuring a gallery, home to the Kandinsky Creative Group, collaborative space, classes, Creative discussions and so much more. If you are looking unique we are it. We are more than a gallery, we’re an experience! Open ThursdaySaturday 12-6 p.m. or by appointment, second Friday of the month until 8 p.m. More information contact Lenny at (815) 501-2375 or email kandinskys.c.g.2015@gmail.com. Charlotte Hackin Art Studio & Gallery – 6278 Brynwood Drive, Rockford. Info: 815-639-1318. Kortman Gallery – 107 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: 815-968-0123. Main Street Players of Boone County – Community Building Complex, 111 W. First St., Belvidere. mainstreetplayersofboonecounty.com.

Monroe Arts Center – 1315 11th St., Monroe, Wis. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 608-325-5700. NIU Art Museum – Northern Illinois University, Altgeld, 116, DeKalb. David C. Olson Photography Studio – 7801 E. State St., inside Clock Tower Resort. Wildlife and nature imagery. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., MondayFriday; 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday. Free. Info: 815-873-1777. Pec Playhouse Theatre – 314 Main St., Pecatonica fo: 815-239-1210 or pecplayhouse.org. Rockford Art Museum - 711 N. Main St.. For more information visit rockfordartmuseum.org. Rockford Dance Company – Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. Info: 815-815-963-3341 or 815-968-0595. Rockford University Art Gallery – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. Info: 815-226-4105. Rockford University Performing Arts Department and Maddox & CheekTheatres - 5050 E. State St. Formoreinformationcall815.226.4100orvisitrockford.edu/artslectures/performingartsseason. Stage Coach Theater - 126 S. 5th St., DeKalb. Tickets and information at stagecoachers.com or 815-758-1940. State of the Art – 218 E. State St. Open Tues.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. and by appointment. “First Friday” events until 8 p.m. Info: 815-979-1944. 317 Studio and Gallery- 317 Market St. Stop by for Open Studio Thursday and Friday nights from 5-8 p.m. and Saturday afternoon from 12-5 p.m. Our gallery is open Tuesday-Saturday 12-2 p.m., also open during evening hours, check calendar for times or call. 317studiogallery.com or 815-315-7000 Timber Lake Playhouse – 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll. Info: 815-244-2035. timberlakeplayhouse.org. Without Shoes Modern Dance Company – Maddox Theatre, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. Womanspace – 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Info: 815-877-0118. Woodstock Opera House – 121 E. Van Buren St., Woodstock. Info: 815-338-5300. Woodstock Weavers Guild – Old Courthouse Arts Center, 101 N. Johnson, Woodstock. Info: 815-399-1630. Wright Museum of Art – Beloit College, 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. Free. Info: 608-363-2095.

p.m. Adults $10; children 4-12 $9; under-3 free. A Few Good Men - VCCT of Rochelle is staging the drama March 24 and 25. The story centers on the trial of two Marines for their roles in the death of a fellow Marine at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The young Navy lawyer expects a plea deal and a cover up, but is pushed by a member of his defense team to defend his clients. He puts the “military mentality” and the Marine Code of Honor on trial. Show times are 8 p.m. for the Friday and Saturday night performances. Tickets are $12 at the door or $11 on line at vcctrochelle.org. A table of 8 can be ordered for $80 online. Shows are in the Paddock Room at Hickory Grove, 1127 N. Seventh Street in the Comfort Inn complex in Rochelle. A Few Good Men is a drama and contains language and themes that may not be suitable for youngsters. (usual) Suspects present Songs for a New World - Nordlof Center’s Black Box Theater. March 16-April 8. Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8 p.m. Saturday, April 1: noon and 8 p.m. Friday, March 24 Rural on Tap! Comedy Night - 1710 Rural St. 8 p.m. $7 advance, $10 door. Sunday, March 26 Annie - Coronado Performing Arts Center. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The world’s best-loved musical returns in time-honored form. Directed by original lyricist and director Mar tin Charnin and choreographed by Liza Gennaro, this production of ANNIE will be a brand new incarnation of the iconic original. Featuring book and score by Tony Award-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, ANNIE includes such unforgettable songs as “It’s the Hard Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “I Don’t Need Anything But You,” plus the eternal anthem of optimism, “Tomorrow.”

Create “Bee Happy” with Vino van Gogh - Lino’s, 5611 E. State St. 5 p.m. $30 with promo code “GR30” at VinoGogh.com Saturday, April 1 Art on the Boulevard - Art for sale including pen and ink drawings, paper collages, beaded bracelets, baby items, watercolors, woodblock prints and cards, lamps, woodcrafts, glassware, sculptures and more. Free admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 1526 Harlem Blvd., Rockford, 61103.

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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. Harlan Jefferson - Big Al’s Bar, 610 N. Bell School Road. 6:30-10 p.m. Free wTuesdays through May 30. Friday, March 24 The Tundras/Tara Terra/Condor & Jaybird - Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 9:30 p.m. Pat Betts Jazz Band - 5:30-8 p.m. at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free. Decades Rewind - Coronado Performing Arts Center. 7:30 p.m. $35-45. Relive the best memories of your life through music. Decades Rewind is a show unlike anything you’ve seen or heard before. A live eight-piece band and six incredible vocalists will take you on a time machine through the 60s, 70s and 80s.

childrenshomeandaid.org childrenshomeandaid.org Ongoing AGENCY OVERVIEW AGENCY Seasons of the Sugar River-Catching the OVERVIEW All children deserve a good home, a place that grounds them in a secure and loving present and a good a placetothat a secure and loving present themhome, the confidence makegrounds their ownthem future.inWhatever their age, whatever their and Light - Monroe Art Center, 1315 All 11thchildren St. in deservegives gives them the confidence to make own future. Whatever their age,day whatever circumstances, theytheir need someone they can count on to be there, after day,their to care for them, Monroe, WI, announces another exciting teach them, guide them, and protect them from harm until they are grown. circumstances, they need someone they can count on to be there, day after day, to care for them, exhibit to be on display throughteach Marchthem, 24. guide them, and protect them from harm until they are grown. June 1, 2017 Twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year, in communities all across Illinois, we give children a The exhibit “Seasons of the Sugar Riverplace to belong and the support they need to GIOVANNI’S | ROCKFORD, ILlove, to learn, to heal, Catching the Light: Cultural Edges and hours ato Twenty-four day, 365 days a year, communities all acrossit Illinois, we give children a dream, and to reach theirin potential. We do whatever takes Transitional Spaces” showcases place the scenic putsupport children on the pathtotolove, a better life andtokeep them to belong andto the they need to learn, heal, Keynote Speaker there. landscapes of the Sugar River Watershed to dream, and to reach their potential. We do whatever it takes HON. MARY LINN GREEN from the headwaters region intowestern put children onChildren’s the path to+aAidbetter life40,000 and children keep them Home served over and families through direct and indirect in Fiscal Year 2015. Dane County to the lower basin there. where the Reception services | 11:15am – 12pm Children’s Home +&Aid has an annual |budget of more than $60 million, river converges with the Pecatonica River Luncheon Program 12pm – 1pm served 40,000 children families nearly 1000 over employees statewide, overand 1,000 licensedthrough foster families, in northern Illinois. The artworkChildren’s by over 20Home + Aid and more 80 programs in 28 locations in nearly 60 counties in Illinois direct and indirect services inthan Fiscal Year 2015. Eventthe Co-Chairs artists using a variety of media will be on including cities of Chicago, Rockford, Bloomington-Normal and Metro Children’s has an annual of more than $60 million, East areas. display. This exhibition is the result of anHome + Aid MELISSA S. budget LEUZINGER & AMY MAZZARESE nearlyin1000 open call for artists to enter artwork the employees statewide, over 1,000 licensed foster families, and more than 80 programs in 28 locations in nearly 60 counties Illinois FOR Centered MORE INFORMATION CALLin815–978–6125 Lower Sugar River Watershed Association’s Clinical and Community Services Family Services including the cities ofProtecting Chicago,children Rockford, Bloomington-Normal and Metro Advancing the success of children, youth and families from abuse, strengthening (LSRWA) fourth annual juried exhibition. East areas. families and providing safe, permanent Join Children’s Home + Aidand toloving celebrate those who are working tofragile children were Child and Family Counseling: 1,262 75th Anniversary Exhibit - Rediscover Burpee homes. strengthened through counseling. youth, & families. improve the lives of Northern Illinois’ most vulnerable children, - Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N.

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businesses, and family events. Admission is free FO R A with a meal at our Command Post Restaurant. Museum - 815-395-0679 or Command Post 815-395-0678 for more information. SHORT STACKS FOR A Cherry Valley Public Library District - 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 1-5 THIS FILE WAS CREATED ON [August 26, 2016] AT [14:22:56 PM] p.m. (Sept.-May) 815-332-5161. Cherryvalleylib.org THIS FILE WAS CREATED ON [August 26, 2016] AT [14:22:56 PM] Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Hours: Sun.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $8 public, free for FO R A members. Children 1 and under are also free. Support 13U Big Dogs ExpressAat your 815-963-6769. ®F O R Support 13U Big Dogs Express at your neighborhood neighborhood Applebee’s located at Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., Applebee’s® located at 1675 E Riverside Blvd, Rockford. 1675 E Riverside Blvd, Rockford 2-4 p.m. Admission $5 adults, $3 student, $10 family. 815-962-7402. DATE 4/1/17 TIME 8:00am TICKETS $5.00 Support Dogs Express- 10:00am at your neighborhood TICKETS: $513U Big DATE: 4/1/17 TIME: 8AM-10AM Applebee’s® located at 1675 E Riverside Blvd, Rockford. OSF Healing Pathways Cancer Resource Center – 5668 E. State St., Suite 2700. Healing Pathways DATE 4/1/17 TIME 8:00am - 10:00am TICKETS $5.00 provides programs and services to cancer SERVES patients, survivors and family members at no cost. Programs include strength training, St. Open Tues.-Sat. (closed Mon.): hours vary, nutrition classes, support groups, book club check website or call. Admission: $6 resident, $8 and many others. For more information call non-resident, free for children 4 and younger. 815-977-4123;Fax: 815-977-5513 or visit healWater features, seating areas and sculptures, Support 13U Big Dogs Express at your neighborhood ingpathwayscrc.org. located at 1675 E Riverside Blvd, Rockford. allApplebee’s® in a tropical plant setting. Changing seasonal Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Support 13U Big Dogs Express at your neighborhood floral displays, special events, educational Mon-Fri., or by appointment. 815-969-1999. Applebee’s® locatedDATE at 1675 E Riverside Blvd, Rockford. 4/1/17 TIME 8:00am - 10:00am TICKETS $5.00 programs, workshops, lecture series. Rentals Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Open DATE 4/1/17 8:00am - 10:00am TICKETS $5.00 of meeting/event roomTIMEavailable. Gift shop. Tuesday-Friday (May-August) 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Info: rockfordparkdistrict.org or 815-987-8800. Saturday and Sunday 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Pine Tree Pistol Club – 5454 11th St. Info about Monday. 815-397-9112. club & classes: 815-874-7399. Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – 1354 N. Second

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Quince Contemporar y Vocal Ensemble Mendelssohn Hall. 7:30 p.m. With the precision and flexibility of modern chamber musicians, Quince Contemporar y Vocal Ensemble specializes in experimental repertoire that is changing the paradigm of contemporary vocal music. Described as “a new force of vocal excellence and innovation” by The Brooklyn Rail, Quince continually pushes the boundaries of traditional vocal ensemble literature. Info at mendelssohnpac.org. Too White Crew - Giovanni’s Restaurant & Conference Center, 610 N. Bell School Road. 9 p.m. $10. There is simply no band anywhere like the Too White Crew. It is a tribute to all the classic hip hop hits from 80s, 90s and early 00s, featuring all-live music from a six piece band, accompanied by choreographed “Fly Girl” dancers. Strum Brothers - Baci’s Kitchen, 2990 N. Perryville Road, Ste. 1100. 6-9 p.m. Free. Saturday, March 25 Cheryl Niemo and Pete Johnson - Baci’s Kitchen, 2990 N. Perryville Road, Ste. 1100. 6-9 p.m. Free. Southern Charm - Big Al’s Bar, 610 N. Bell School Road. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. RAMI Spring Benefit - Tebala Event Center, 7910 Newburg Road. 5 p.m. Music at 7 p.m. $15 advance, $20 door. Each year the RAMI organization hosts several events to help fund the Gary S. Wilmer RAMI Music Scholarship and to promote the local music community. The Spring Benefit features some of the premier retro/pop bands in the area. This year’s event features Missing Links, Clutch Cargo, and Pablo and the Rhythmix. Enjoy food, beverages, prizes, an auction, dancing and FUN! Info at ramiawards.com. Vintage Country concert and dance party - Music by the Trinadora Rocks band at Betty’s Western Wear, 6202 Forest Hills Rd., Loves Park. 7-9 p.m. Suggested $5 donation at the door. Free off-street parking in the Betty’s Western Wear lot, with overflow parking in the Architectural Metal lot just south of Betty’s. Spacious dance floor. Comfortable all-on-one-floor seating. Light refreshments at reasonable prices. Too Deep - Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 26 Dance - VFW, 2018 Windsor Road, Loves Park, across from Sunrise Restaurant.7 p.m. Admission is $7. Eddie Rebel, a Tom Petty tribute - Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 9:30 p.m. NIU Steelband - St. Mark Lutheran, 675 N. Mulford Road. 3 p.m. Freewill offering. Friday, March 31 Furlight/La Historia/The Clams - Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison St. 9:30 p.m. Saturday, April 1 April Fools lunch show with Denny Diamond - Songs by Neil Diamond, Dean Martin and others. 11:30 a.m. at Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Rd. 815-893-9202 for more information. Tickets are $40. Randy Sabien and Three Fiddling Fools Performing for Concert on the Creek at Spring Creek UCC, 4500 Spring Creek Rd. 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) Free admission ($15 donation suggested), all-on-one-floor access with comfortable seating, great acoustics and refreshments. For information call 815-877-2576 or visit springcreekucc.org.

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Friday, April 28 Celtic Woman - Grammy nominated, multi-platinum international music sensation, Celtic Woman, is bringing their brand new live show, Voices of Angels, to the Coronado Performing Arts Center on at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $41, $71, $101. Group prices (10+) are $37 and $64. Tickets are available to purchase at the BMO Harris Bank Center Office, the Coronado Box Office, Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 815-968-5222.

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Ongoing Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $8 for ages 13 & older, $7 for ages 3-12, free for children younger than 4 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. 815-965-3433. Camp Grant Museum of local military history - 1004 Samuelson Rd. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, Saturday to 1 p.m. Closed Monday and Sunday. Admission is Adult $10, Children 8 up $5, Free for 7 or below. Special hours are available for group,

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A&E Happenings Rock Hollow Hunt Club - Bingo and pull-tabs the last Tuesday of every month at Rock Hollow Hunt Club, 1931 IL Route 75 East in Freeport. Buy cards beginning at 6 p.m. games start at 6:30 p.m. sharp. Benefits the US Sportsmen’s Youth Foundation. Rockford Park District – Various programs available throughout the year. Program Guides now available at Customer Service locations. Info: 815-987-8800 or rockfordparkdistrict.org. Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1 and 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. 815-964-2424. Recycling - Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Recycling Centers. 9 a.m.-noon every Saturday. 815-637-1343 Womanspace – 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Yoga every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 a.m. $40/four classes or $12/class. Basic Hatha Yoga. Other activities throughout the year. Info: 815-877-0118. Registration for Classes at The Arc – The Arc of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle Counties, 1222 E. State St. Info: 815-965-3455. Registration for “Putting Wellness to Work” – University of Illinois Extension, Boone County, 205 Cadillac Court, Unit 3, Belvidere. Date: Your choice. Lessons on practical skills to help workers live healthy lives. Call Judy Hodge, Program Coordinator, at 815-544-3710 or hodg@illinois. edu to schedule lessons. Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Donation Day is first Tuesday of each month. Admission free, donations of any amount welcome. Call 815-965-8146 or visit klehm.org for more information. Take Charge of Your Health, Live Well, Be Well Workshop - Do you have to manage a health condition on a daily basis or care for someone who does? Join us for a FREE Take Charge of Your Health Workshop. First session starts Monday April 3rd at 9:30am at Heartland Community Church, 1280 S. Alpine Rd. Open to the Public. Call Ashlee Dearman Covert from The Northwestern IL Area Agency on Aging for more info: 779-221-3722. German Dancing Lessons - Hosted by the German Society of Rockford. Dance and also learn about German culture. All ages welcome, always looking for new people. Takes place from 7-8 p.m. on Mondays at Advanced Machine & Engineering Co., 2500 Latham St., on the 2nd floor. Free admission. Come check us out. For more information call 815-494-9872. Rockford Crochet Club - New group has formed in Rockford for those who love to crochet or would like to learn. Please find us under “Rockford Crochet Club” on Facebook. Group meets once a week at Meg’s Daily Grind on Alpine/Guilford Road from 10:30 a.m.-noon. This group is an opportunity to connect with others who enjoy crocheting. All crocheters, from beginning to advanced, are welcome. We gather at the large round table in the corner of the coffee shop. Just bring whatever project you are working on and join in! Friday, March 24 Royal Family Ball for the Royal Family Kids Fundraiser Royal Family Kids is the Nations leading network of Camps, Clubs and mentoring for children of abuse, abandonment and neglect. The funds raised from thisfundraisergotomakingadifferenceinthelivesof hurting and abused children in the foster care system

by providing a way to help them get to a week long camp that will create positive memories in a loving environment at no cost to them. Event takes place at 6 p.m. at Radisson, 300 South Bell Rd. For tickets visit eventbrite.com, search Royal family ball. Tickets are $25 per person or $200 per table of 8. For more information visit poplargrove.royalfamilykids.org or call Event Coordinator MaryJo Schrader at 815-494-8307. Saturday, March 25 Rockford MELTFEST - Prairie Street Brewhouse, 200 Prairie St. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 4th annual MELTFEST has a little bit of something for everyone. Live music, ice skating with skate rental, trolley rides (weather permitting), vendors, crafts, activities, magic shows, science shows, juggling shows, and more. Come on down and enjoy this free family-friendly event as we celebrate the melting together of the community and the melting away of winter. Happy Spring! See you at the Brewhouse (and surrounding areas). Info at meltfest.com. Brave Beauties - U of I College of Medicine, 1601 Parkview Ave. 1-4 p.m. Students in Medicine for the Arts invite you to Brave Beauties, an event supporting breast cancer fighters and survivors on Saturday March 25, 2017 from 1-4 pm at the UIC Health Sciences Campus-Rockford, 1601 Parkview Avenue, Rockford, IL 61107. Bring a guest and join us for a day of free makeovers, massages, crafts and food. Please RSVP: BraveBeautiesinRockford@gmail.com. For more information, please contact Matthew Strobel at 815-395-5755. Nano Day - Discovery Center. 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $8. Did you know that singing greeting cards, no-stain fabric, touch screens and mood rings each owe their remarkable abilities to nanotechnology? Delve into the incredibly infinitesimal nano-scale world with hands-on projects and live science demonstrations. Explore cutting-edge applications as you discover ways in which teeny tiny size can make an enormous difference. Included with Museum admission.

p.m. at Highland Community College Student Conference Center, Building H at 2998 W. Pearl City Rd, in Freeport. The program will feature Corrine Daniels from Taylor Creek Restoration Nurseries in Broadhead Wisconsin, who will share information on attracting butterflies and birds to your backyard through the use of native plants. Cost for the program is $3 for adults with students admitted at no cost. For further details visit nwilaudubon.org or call Tim Smith at 815- 238-3963 or timtreetsmith@gmail.com. Wednesday, April 5 Blooming Pasque Flower Viewing - From 3-4 p.m. the Northwest Illinois Audubon Society will be hosting a trip to the Freeport Prairie to admire one of the prairie’s harbingers of spring, the Pasque Flower. Unlike the crocus it resembles, a Pasque Flower, Anemone patens, is a member of the buttercup family. In early spring the plant sends up a flower stalk in advance of leaves so what you see are delicate pale violet blooms nestled in the muted tan tangle of last year’s prairie grasses. Come and see how Pasque Flower blooms actually move to track the sun. The group will meet in the prairie’s parking lot just off of Walnut Rd. on the south side of Freeport at 3 p.m. Contact Mary at 815-938-3204 or visit nwilaudubon.org for additional details.

Thursday, April 6 WCALAP Game Night - The Winnebago County A s s o c i a t i o n o f L e g a l A dmi ni s t r a t i v e Professionals’ annual Game Night will be held at 5 p.m., at Hoffman House, 7550 East State St. Dinner buffet starts at 6 and includes: Italian beef sandwiches, grilled chicken sandwiches, fresh fruit salad, pasta salad, potato chips, dessert and coffee for $18. Games start at 7. Your check is your reservation confirmation. Please send reservations to: Shawn Artlip, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren, 2215 Perrygreen Way, Rockford, IL 61107. Saturday, April 8 Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation banquet - The Rock River Chapter of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) will be holding their 23rd annual banquet on at 5 p.m. at Giovanni’s Convention Center, 610 North Bell School Rd. This year’s banquet features dinner, raffles, and a live auction featuring top notch firearms, premium hunts, and exclusive home furnishings. Tickets will not be sold at the door, for reserved seating, please call Jan Tullock at (815) 222-7845 or email jantullock@icloud.com and to get a preview of banquet items, follow us on FaceBook: RMEF Rock River Chapter.

FUGITIVE ALERT REWARDS UP TO $1000 ROCKFORD AREA CRIME STOPPERS – 963-7867

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Saturday, April 1 Bark & Wine - Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary annual Wine Tasting and Silent Auction. Help raise money for Rockford’s only no kill animal shelter. Wine tasting and delicious hors d’oeuvres, door prizes, variety of auction items, quarter buckets. 4-10 p.m. (food served 5-9 p.m.) at SM & SF Club, 1010 Sandy Hollow Road. Tickets are $25 each or $45 for two, and are available at Noah’s Ark, 111 N. 1st St., Rockford, IL 61107. Mississippi River Spring Waterfowl Trip - From 8 a.m.3:30 p.m. Northwest Illinois Audubon Society will be offering a trip to the Mississippi River to view migrating waterfowl on the Mississippi River south of Savanna. The group can expect to see a wide variety of both diving and dabbling ducks seen in all their breeding plumage glory, along with grebes, Bald Eagles, Sandhill Cranes and some early songbirds. Tundra Swans might also be observed. Carpool from the City of Forreston Municipal lot located on Route 26, at 8 a.m. or meet at Spring Lake just south of Savanna at 9 a.m. Contact Anne at 815-938-3263 to confirm your attendance. Tuesday, April 4 Northwest Illinois Audubon Society Program The Northwest Illinois Audubon Society 36th annual banquet/program will be held at 7:30

FUGITIVES WANTED AS OF

March 3, 2017 Warrants must be verified before arrest

WARNING: The fugitives in this bulletin may be dangerous. Never confront them. Call Crime Stoppers or your local police.

Heather Waldron Narcotics Violation County—42 years old

Cody Rebel Theft County— 24 years old

Tye Bressler Aggravated DUI City—36 years old

IMPORTANT: Your call is confidential; we never ask your name, and our phones do not have caller I.D. If your information leads to an arrest or solves a crime, you will be paid up to $1000.00. This bulletin is an official publication compiled by the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office, Rockford Police Department and Rockford Area Crime Stoppers.

Andre Smith Narcotics Violation City—41 years old

Jacob Washburn Burglary City—22 years old

Marlon Taylor Aggravated Battery City—23 years old

Daniel Montiel Burglary City—24 years old

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Brian Shearer Theft City—39 years old

Danielle McCune Narcotics Violation City—32 years old

All individuals are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

CRIME DOESN’T PAY – WE DO No Taxpayer money is ever used for a CrimeStoppers reward. CrimeStoppers is 100% funded by donations. You can help by sending a donation to: Rockford Area CrimeStoppers, P.O. Box 4535 Rockford, IL 61110 Bulletins may be downloaded from www.rockfordcrimestoppers.com

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Death Notices Robert Brannigan 82 Rockford 3/13/2017 Elaine Wegner 88 Durand 3/13/2017 Mario Brewer 43 Rockford 3/13/2017 George Witkowski 64 Rockford 3/13/2017 Elsie Ritchie 88 Rockford 3/13/2017 Janis Buser 69 Loves Park 3/13/2017 Henry Bunger 64 Rockford 3/13/2017 Nancy Kassilke 94 Rockford 3/13/2017 Sydney Fosse 74 Rockford 3/13/2017 Judith Merrifield 76 Rockford 3/14/2017 Robert Knight 67 Rockford 3/14/2017 John Swenson 76 Loves Park 3/14/2017 Ronald Ball 70 Rockford 3/14/2017 James King 44 Rockford 3/14/2017 Carrey Miller 76 Rockford 3/14/2017 Roy Lundgren 70 Rockford 3/14/2017 William Bylsma 86 Rockford 3/14/2017 Anthony Ingrassia 97 Rockford 3/14/2017 Essie Seawood 80 Rockford 3/14/2017 Ann Grubb 75 Roscoe 3/14/2017 James Fithen 56 Rockford 3/14/2017 Heinz Haese 85 Loves Park 3/15/2017 Lillian Nyman 97 Winnebago 3/15/2017 Leon Foster 60 Rockford 3/15/2017 Lorraine Jensen 96 Rockford 3/15/2017 Eileen Anderson 94 Rockford 3/15/2017 Brian Bovill 30 Rockford 3/15/2017 Renee Griffith 80 Rockford 3/15/2017 Dorothy Wallace 96 Rockford 3/15/2017 Joseph Calgaro 94 Rockford 3/15/2017 Lorna Johnson 94 Rockford 3/15/2017 Pauline Krause 90 Winnebago 3/16/2017 James Baker 66 Rockford 3/16/2017 Richard Gustafson 87 Rockford 3/16/2017 Richard Mei 86 Rockford 3/16/2017 Robert Kleckner 70 Rockford 3/16/2017 Michael Gorman 48 Rockford 3/16/2017 Genevieve Prentice 94 Rockford 3/17/2017 Lawrence Hills 88 Rockford 3/17/2017 Beverly Molencupp 83 Rockford 3/17/2017 Harry Horton 70 Rockford 3/17/2017 Rick Edler 58 Loves Park 3/17/2017 Rudolph Wessels 90 Rockford 3/17/2017 Beruta Beishir 93 Rockford 3/17/2017 Susan Fairgraieve 62 Rockford 3/18/2017 Jamie Mickelson 51 Rockford 3/18/2017 Don Guldin 74 Loves Park 3/18/2017 June Waldron 89 Rockford 3/18/2017 Amjad Balkhair 24 Rockford 3/19/2017 Patricia Tietz 90 Rockford 3/19/2017 Mohammed Mufti 21 Rockford 3/19/2017 Jane Erikson 79 Rockford 3/19/2017 James Gasaway 58 Rockford 3/19/2017 Roger Hille 75 South Beloit 3/19/2017 Louie Horton 77 Rockford 3/19/2017 Eugene Leffelman 80 Rockford 3/19/2017 Loretta Knodle 87 Rockford 3/20/2017 Joyce Holmberg 86 Rockford 3/20/2017 Death notices are provided by the Winnebago County Coroner’s office.

Your Horoscope By Denise Guzzardo This Week: Now that the sun is firmly planted in Aries we can begin to physically manifest the ideas we envisioned during the time of Pisces from February 19-March 20. There will be plenty of connections aligning to back them up if you remain open and receptive. Watch for the new moon in Aries on Monday, March 27; though because it’s inviting a “wild card” energy that may be a really good thing, or a conflict of interest entirely. Aries provides energy, but can be a bit pushy. Venus is retrograde, creating mixed signals and confusion, especially in the arena of love. Don’t take anything too personally on that day, or overreact to a flippant comment made out of frustration. Many of you will find you’re just not yourself on that day, I promise the days will get better as the week moves on. Enjoy! Aries (March 21 to April 19) — You must set a boundary with another who continues to boss you around and take advantage of you. You’re trying too hard to do too many things; this will take a toll on your physical body if you do not put a stop to it now. A demanding female family member needs to be put in her place. Delegate your authority out to another that is not so emotionally invested in this scenario. You will see positive results immediately, Aries. Taurus (April 20 to May 20) — You may have been annoyed with long-distance communication recently; however, you’ve kept your cool in the midst of it all. Remember, many times a phone call represents your intentions better than emails or texts can ever demonstrate. You’re considering travel in the near future, yet you can’t decide where you want to go quite yet. Take your time and consider all of your options, by week’s end you’ll have a plan in place, Taurus. Gemini (May 21 to June 20) — Financial aspects are looking up at this time. Legal entanglements are coming to a close and opportunities to improve the quality of your life are arriving at this time. A dark-haired female has some positive connections. Follow up on all leads that are presented to you now. These aspects will begin to take shape and form during the months of April through June. Romance smolders this week, Gemini. Cancer (June 21 to July 22) — The bigger picture looks a little hazy at this time but trust me, the universe does have a bigger plan for you now. If you pass up those that have not put their fair share of effort into life don’t feel guilty about it. Everyone is allowed the same opportunities for growth and positive accomplishments. Take a leap of faith now and those around you will support every move you make, Cancer. Leo (July 23 to Aug. 22) — An interesting event will create quite a stir and you’ll want to be neck deep in this adventure. Connections you are about to make will

once again put you on the map and at the top of your chosen profession now. Meetings and promotional events put you at the right place at the right time. Take time out this weekend to entertain friends and family. You’re going to be way too busy to catch up later in the month, Leo. Virgo (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) — A final ending to a long-standing project will arrive shortly, that way you can move on to bigger and better things now. A loved one may need a little help financially or emotionally at this time. This will help them grow and develop a better place for themselves in the long run. Investing time, energy or finances into this individual will pay off large in the long run. Expect the unexpected this weekend, Virgo. Libra (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) — Try not to over-analyze an emotional encounter that occurred in the past week or so. Let it go and you will see improvements with this individual shortly. If you take a crowbar to try to get to the bottom of this it may end up backfiring in your face. Your heart and intentions are pure at this time. Go easy into this and all will turn out well, Libra. Scorpio (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) — Unexpected news from a long-distance source will leave you feeling a bit on edge early on this week. Leave this sit until you have all of the information available to you, then you will know exactly how to handle this delicate situation. Not everything is on the table quite yet; mid-April will provide you with a conclusion to this long-standing problem. Humor is the best medicine, Scorpio. Sagittarius (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) — Romantic opportunities arrive from many different sources during the month of April creating some difficult choices. Oh what a quandary to find yourself in (insert smirk). Keep your balance and don’t make

any rash decisions too quickly. There may be a dark horse that reaches the finish line that you didn’t see coming. Meanwhile, your financial picture continues to flourish. Unexpected windfalls balance the budget and then some, Sag. Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) — It’s time to clean house, Capricorn, company is coming. Get all of your annoying chores and details out of the way so that you can prepare for a giant surge of business and pleasure. April and May are going to be very busy months for you and you may not feel as though you can come up for air. You will remove old debt and concerns out of the way during this time frame with your bare hands. Make sure you’re taking time out to take care of yourself as well. Connections with the media are highlighted, Cap. Aquarius (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) — You are preparing for a major shift that will begin to occur during the month of April. Your home and business aspects are highlighted at this time. If you can see it in your mind’s eye you can achieve it here on Earth. Do not allow another with a negative, fearful attitude to stand in your way of success. Romance is a focus as well at this time. A second honeymoon-type energy is arriving shortly, Aquarius. Pisces (Feb. 19 to March 20) — Taking time out to connect with loved ones from the past will prove to be very valuable for you now. Information you receive will help you to heal an old wound once and for all. Step it up a notch this week and see what happens with your home and business life. Energy you spend at this time will benefit you in the long run. You will see major improvements arriving mid-April emotionally, financially and physically, Pisces. For an extended astrological forecast or psychic consultation, contact Denise at 815-398-3983.

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Government Notices n n n NOTICE KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS that the 2017-2018 Tentative Budget for the Village of Cherry Valley, Illinois, is available for public inspection on or after March 24, 2017. A copy of the 2017-2018 Tentative Budget may be obtained from the Village of Cherry Valley, Village Hall at 806 East State Street, Cherry Valley, Illinois. FURTHER, please be advised that on April 3, 2017, at 6:45 PM the Board of Trustees for the Village of Cherry Valley, Illinois, shall conduct a Public Hearing on the 2017-2018 Tentative Budget. Said Tentative Budget Hearing will be conducted at the Cherry Valley Village Hall at 806 East State Street, Cherry Valley, Illinois. All interested parties are urged to attend. 7192R TRRT 3/22 n n n Public Notice of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the City of Rockford, State of Illinois The City of Rockford Board of Fire and Police Commissioners has adopted revisions to its Rules and Regulations. A printed copy of the revised Rules and Regulations of the City of Rockford Board of Fire and Police Commissioners may be obtained from the Rockford Fire Department Administration Building, 204 South First Street, Rockford, Illinois. The revised Rules and Regulations of the City of Rockford Board of Fire and Police Commissioners shall go into operation on April 1, 2017. 7212R TRRT 3/22 n n n Annual Town Board Meeting Tuesday, April 11, 2017 – 6:00 p.m. Winnebago County Courthouse 8th Floor Boardroom AGENDA I. Pledge of Allegiance II. Call Meeting to Order III. Nomination of Moderator IV. Oath of Moderator V. Rules and Procedures VI. Approval of the 2016 Annual Town Meeting Minutes VII. Introductions VIII. Presentation of the Treasurer’s Reports IX. Presentation of the Budgets X. Presentation of Resolution Declaring Equipment as Surplus and Authorizing Donation as Provided by State Statute for the Town of Rockford XI. Set Time and Date of 2018 Annual Town Meeting XII. Adjournment 7224R TRRT 3/22 n n n INVITATION TO BID GROUND MAINTENANCE FOR WATER SITES BID NO.: 317-W-040 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at the office of the Central Services Manager, City Hall Building, 425 East State Street, 4th floor, Rockford, Illinois 61104. At that time and place all bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids will be accepted until the specified opening time and date. Any bidder attempting to deliver after the opening time and date will be refused. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held Wednesday, March 29 at 9am at the Water Division Training Room, 1111 Cedar Street. Each bidder intending to submit a bid for this work must have a representative of the firm in attendance at the meeting or the bid will not be read. Bid documents may be obtained at the office of the Central Services Manager, at City Hall, or at http://www.rockfordil.gov/ finance/central-services/purchas-

ing.aspx Bids must be enclosed in a sealed envelope and marked with the name of the bid, and the bid number. Each bidder shall submit with his bid the information specified in the bid documents for compliance with the laws of the State of Illinois on Fair Employment Practices and with the City of Rockford’s Ordinance on Equal Employment and Business Opportunity. Any bid, which fails to include the compliance items properly completed, will not be read and will not be considered. All Contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12). The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive technicalities. 7225R TRRT 3/22

Public Notices n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN RE THE ESTATE OF: FARHAD REZAZADEH, Deceased. 2017 P 55 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of FARHAD REZAZADEH. Letters of Office were issued on Februry 27, 2017 to ZHIAN REZAZADEH, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Douglas Miller, American Law Firm, P.C., 475 Executive Parkway, Rockford, Illinois 61107. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before September 8, 2017 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 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date as 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, 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. /s/ Douglas Miller Douglas Miller Attorney for Executor American Law Firm, P.C. Douglas Miller 475 Executive Parkway Rockford, Illinois 61107 815/397-2006 815/394-1955 Fax 7133R TRRT 3/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ss IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MILDRED HELEN DAILEY, Deceased. No. 2015 P 649 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of MILDRED HELEN DAILEY. Letters of Office were issued on January 11, 2016 to TIM E. DAILEY, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the estate is David E. Mayfield, 4023 Charles Street, Rockford, Illinois 61108. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before September 8, 2017, 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, 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 days after it has been filed. DATED: March 1, 2017 /s/ David E. Mayfield David E. Mayfield Name: David E. Mayfield ARDC #1803034 Attorney for Estate Address: 4023 Charles Street City: Rockford, IL 61108 Telephone: 815-229-5333 7134R TRRT 3/22 n n n 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. STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BLACKHAWK BANK, Plaintiff, v. JASON A. CONLEY; UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No.: 2017 CH 210 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: Lot Ninety-three (93) as designated upon the Plat of Welty Sisters Valley Park Subdivision in part of the Northeast 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 51 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. COMMON ADDRESS: 519 28th Street Rockford, IL 61108 PROPERTY CODE: 174A 061 P.I.N. NUMBER: 12-30-256016 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 in the City of Rockford, Illinois, on or before the 10th day of April, 2017, 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: 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 7135R TRRT 3/22 n n n BID NOTICE RFP for Orton Keyes Court is located at 633 Ranger Street, Rockford, IL BIDS DUE: Thursday, March 23, 2017, at 2:00pm PRE-BID MEETING: Held on site on Thursday, March 2, 2017 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Hard copies are available upon request and at your expense from YCS Printing, (815) 636-2058, print@ycsprinting.com or DG Digital Printing, (815) 961-0000, print@dgdprinting.com or for a link contact Linda at lstache@ gormanusa.com. CONTACT INFO: Linda Stache, Gorman & Company, Inc. Phone: 608-835-5177, Fax: 608-835-3667 Please note this is a prevailing wage rate project. CERTIFICATIONS: EBE, SECTION 3 7087R TRRT 3/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NOTICE OF FILING A REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: Lesby M. Rodriguez Current Name Case Number 17 MR 199 There will be a court hearing on my request to change my name from: Lesby Maria Rodriguez to the new name of: Les Maria Ramirez. The court hearing will be held: on April 27, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., at 400 W. State St.. Rockford, Winnebago County, in Courtroom #412. /s/ Lesby M. Rodriguez Lesby M. Rodriguez 7138R TRRT 3/22 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: MICHAEL M. MEEKER, Deceased. CASE NO. 17 P 33 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of MICHAEL M. MEEKER on November 5, 2016. Letters of Office were issued on February 13, 2017 to Karen A. Meeker, 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 September 22, 2017, 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: March 10, 2017 /s/ Karen A. Meeker KAREN A. MEEKER Brian K. Larkin One Court Place, Suite 301 Rockford, IL 61101 815-964-4601 Brian@blarkinlaw.com 7196R TRRT 3/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF DEBORAH DENISE WEBB-JAMES For Change of Name Case No.: 17 MR 241 NOTICE Public Notice is given that on March 13, 2017, I filed my petition in the court praying for the change of my name from DEBORAH DENISE WEBB-JAMES to that of DEBORAH DENISE JAMES pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/21-101, et. seq. The court date for hearing on my request for name change shall be on June 7, 2017 at 10 a.m. at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL in Courtroom 426. Dated at Winnebago County, Rockford, Illinois March 13, 2107. DEBORAH DENISE WEBBJAMES, Petitioner Elizabeth M. Groncki-Boger – 6283004 Attorney for the Petitioner 124 N. Water St., Ste. 305 Rockford, IL 61107 (815)986-4870 7198R TRRT 3/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: HARRIETT L. REID, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017-P-65 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN of the death of HARRIETT L. REID. Letters of Office were issued on February 27, 2017 to THOMAS F. REID, 6153 Blyth Road, Caledonia, IL 61011, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Attorney Erin E. Walsh, 1707 East State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61104. Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before September 15, 2017, 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 attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. DATED: March 13, 2017 THOMAS F. REID, Independent Executor

Attorney Erin E. Walsh #6279993 Attorney for Estate 1707 East State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (815) 399-1400 7199R TRRT 3/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PROBATE DIVISION, WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: RICHARD WALTER BROWN, DECEASED. CASE NO: 2016 P 524 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION The Affidavit for Publication having been filed on the 8th day of March, 2017 and notice is hereby given to DEBORAH BARNES nka DEBORAH BROWN, that DENISE OTT filed a Petition for Probate of Will and Letters Testamentary in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois. Unless you, DEBORAH BARNES nka DEBORAH BROWN, file your Answer or otherwise make your appearance, in said cause, held in the Courthouse in Winnebago County, Illinois, on or before the 17th day of April, default may be entered against you thereafter in the above-captioned estate and further Orders may be entered against you in the Estate of RICHARD WALTER BROWN, deceased. CLERK OF THE COURT, Winnebago County, State of Illinois ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO #87 Attorney at Law 535 Loves Park Drive Loves Park, IL 61111 815/654-3060 7200R TRRT 3/29 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 owner and operator CDL driver for transportation business in said County and State under the name of Leo’s Solutions at the following post office addresses:5631 Elaine Dr., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Shawn Koukos SIGNED: Shawn Koukos 3/8/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7203R TRRT 3/29 n n n Central Ave. Mini Warehouse 2151 N. Central Ave. Rockford, IL 61101 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The following self-storage unit containing household & miscellaneous items, tools, engine, motors and lots more, located at Central Ave. Mini Warehouse, 2151 N. Central Ave., Rockford, IL 61101, will be sold to satisfy a lien on March 25, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Unit #60, Allen Pillow. 7197R TRRT 3/22 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 foreclosure cleanouts, residential and commercial cleanouts and window cleaning, lawnscaping, landscaping, snow plowing business in said County and State under the name of Titan Preservation Services at the following post office addresses: 2924 Sunnyside Dr., Rockford, IL 61114; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tiffany Schorer; 815-5960717, 815-596-0618

SIGNED: Tiffany Schorer 3/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7205R TRRT 3/29 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 retail online planner item company business in said County and State under the name of The Planner’s World at the following post office addresses: 4539 Apache Ln., Rockford, IL 61114; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Susanne M. Bohlin SIGNED: Susanne M. Bohlin 3/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7206R TRRT 3/29 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 Engineering - Design & Project Management business in said County and State under the name of CHIEF at the following post office addresses: 11286 Cedarbrook Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ruben Hernandez, 815-238-5644 SIGNED: Ruben Hernandez 3/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7207R TRRT 3/29 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 Second hand Appliance Store business in said County and State under the name of Appliance Corner at the following post office addresses: 2411 Broadway, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Liliam Ramirez Ramirez, 815-988-7055; Raul Ortiz Mejia SIGNED: Liliam Ramirez 3/13/17 SIGNED: Raul Ortiz 3/13/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 13th day of March, A.D. 2017. Robert S. Witt, Notary Public My Commission Expires November 1, 2020 7234R TRRT 4/5 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 beauty supply product and merchandise (retail) business in said County and State under the name of B Way Beauty at the following post office addresses: 1118 Broadway, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Willie Davenport SIGNED: Willie Davenport 3/8/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 7208R TRRT 3/29

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 3D Printing and CAD business in said County and State under the name of Michael’s 3D Printing & Design at the following post office addresses: 131 Paris Ave., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Michael Baum, 815-601-6453 SIGNED: Michael Baum 3/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7209R TRRT 3/29 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 prototyping and design business in said County and State under the name of THOUGHT TECH at the following post office addresses: 3959 Shorewood Dr., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tyler Smith SIGNED: Tyler Smith 3/9/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 9th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7210R TRRT 3/29 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 One Rockford Group at the following post office addresses: 8633 Rote Rd., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Fred Ellenberger SIGNED: Fred Ellenberger 3/8/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7202R TRRT 3/29 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 Roadside assistance company; doing tire changes, lockouts, jumpstarts, etc.; no towing business in said County and State under the name of Emergency Roadside Services at the following post office addresses: 2302 N. Church St., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: David W. Reaves SIGNED: David W. Reaves 3/17/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7236R TRRT 4/5

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION A/K/A PHH MORTGAGE SERVICES Plaintiff, -v.STEVEN L. CARTER A/K/A STEVEN CARTER, et al Defendant 16 CH 00747 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 30, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 1, 2017, 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 ONE (101) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NUMBER 2 OLDE FARM SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 32, SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 29, SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4)SECTION 30, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 46 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, RECORDED IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN BOOK 36 OF PLATS ON PAGE 25 AND 25A; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 11856 WAGON LANE, ROSCOE, IL 61073 Property Index No. 04-29304-020. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-11478. 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. 14-16-11478 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00747 TJSC#: 36-14043 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. I715297 P7213R TRRT 4/5 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION A/K/A PHH MORTGAGE SERVICES Plaintiff, -v.JOBY J. HOLDEN, et al Defendant 15CH 00553 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 18, 2017, 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 EIGHT (8) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE REPLAT OF ROLLING GREEN, A RESIDENTIAL PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH REPLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 18 OF PLATS ON PAGE 35 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ALSO THAT PART OF LOT FOUR (4) IN SAID BLOCK EIGHT (8) LYING WESTERLY OF A LINE DRAWN FROM A POINT IN THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT AND DISTANT TWENTY-FIVE (25) FEET FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER THEREOF, TO A POINT IN THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT, WHICH LAST MENTIONED POINT IS DISTANT TWENTY (20) FEET FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID

LOT; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3111 MINNESOTA DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-31-207003 (175A253). 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-15-08865. 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. 14-15-08865 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00553 TJSC#: 37-2370 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. I717319 P7214R TRRT 4/5 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association, as Trustee, successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-MLN1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.; Rockford Local Development Corporation; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Christopher Sparacino; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Toni Sparacino; Timothy A. Miller, as Special Representative for Toni Sparacino (deceased) DEFENDANTS 16 CH 00897 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Toni Sparacino That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1820 Highridge Road Rockford, IL 61108 and which said Mortgage was made by: the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Mortgage Lenders Network USA, Inc., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0635461; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Thomas A. Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court 400 West State Street, Room 108 Rockford, IL 61101 on or before April 21, 2017 A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-16-13786 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector. I717343 P7215R TRRT 4/5 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ILLINOIS BANK AND TRUST Plaintiff, -v.GARY M. SCHLEHUBER, et al Defendant 16CH 00843 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, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 1, 2017, 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: According to our Affidavits of Property Condition, it appears there are separate residences on each tract. The same language would need to be used in the legal pub, but including the legal descriptions of each tract, of course. The legal descriptions are: TRACT 1: LOT EIGHT (8) IN BLOCK SIX (6) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF ADDITION TO ANDREWS PARK, A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHICH PLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 20 OF PLATS ON PAGE 26 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, EXCEPTING THAT PART OF SAID PREMISES DESCRIBED IN THE DEED DATED MAY 12, 1952 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 846 OF RECORDER’S OFFICE RECORDS, PAGE 149 CONVEYING CERTAIN PREMISES TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD FOR USE AS PUBLIC ALLEY RUNNING IN THE BACK OF SAID DESCRIBED PREMISES: SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. TRACT II: LOT SIX (6) IN BLOCK SIX (6) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF ADDITION TO ANDREWS PARK (EXCEPT THE WEST 6 FEET THEREOF), A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHICH PLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 20 OF PLATS ON PAGE 26 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE, SITUATED IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. TRACT III: LOT TWO (2) IN BLOCK EIGHTEEN (18) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF B.A. KNIGHT’S SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 16, 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 1 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 706 N. CENTRAL AVENUE, 714 N. CENTRAL AVENUE, 720 ALLIANCE AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101 Property Index No. 11-16479-013 / 11-16-479-011 / 1116-452-008. The real estate is improved with a residence. Each tract may be offered by the Selling Officer as a separate item to be bid upon at the auction. Sale terms: 25% down of the high-

est bid for each tract by certified funds at the close of the sale for the specific tract bid upon 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject properties are subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and are 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 of each tract is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid for each tract, the purchaser of said tract will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser of each tract to a deed to the real estate purchased after confirmation of the sale. The properties 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 14-16-13017. 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. 14-16-13017 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00843 TJSC#: 37-881 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. I717431 P7216R TRRT 4/5

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs. SHIRLEY A. LARSON; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND LEGATEES OF JOHN W. LARSON; RICKEY SMULL, AS HEIR OF JOHN W. LARSON; JAMES E. LARSON, AS HEIR OF JOHN W. LARSON; JEFFERY SMULL, AS HEIR OF JOHN W. LARSON; KATHY SMULL, AS HEIR OF JOHN W. LARSON; KRISTY HATCH, AS HEIR OF JOHN W. LARSON; SHERRY K. ZACK, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN W. LARSON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS 16CH 638 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND LEGATEES OF JOHN W. LARSON; KRISTY HATCH, AS HEIR OF JOHN W. LARSON; and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, 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 by the plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows to wit: PARCEL I LOT TWENTY-TWO (22) IN BLOCK TWO (2) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF NORTHWAY PARK SUBDIVISION, A PART OF THE N. 1/2 OF SECTION 25, TWP. 45 N., RANGE 1 E. OF THE 3RD P.M., THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 23 OF PLATS ON PAGE 169 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PARCEL II LOT THREE (3) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF RE-SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 AND 21, BLOCK 2 AND PART OF NORTH PARK ROAD NORTHWAY PARK SUBDIVISION, A PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 25, T. 45 N., R. 1 E. OF THE 3RD P.M., THE PLAT OF WHICH RE-SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 38 OF PLATS ON PAGE 35A IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 113 N. Park Rd., Machesney Park, IL 61115 P.I.N.: 07-25-178-020 and which said mortgage was signed by SHIRLEY A. LARSON, mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for First Franklin Financial Corp., an Op. Sub. of MLB&T Co, FSB, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County as Document No. 200700735792;

and for such other relief prayed; that summons was duly issued out of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. YOU MAY BE ABLE TO SAVE YOUR HOME – DO NOT IGNORE THIS DOCUMENT. By order of the Chief Judge of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, this case is subject to the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program. You must follow the instructions mailed to the property address to participate in this program or otherwise contact Johnson Blumberg & Associates for more information. NOW THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of this Court in Winnebago County in Room 103 at 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101 on or before the April 21, 2017, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. Circuit Clerk Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 16 3890 I717477 P7217R TRRT 4/5 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NOTICE OF FILING A REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: Carolyn Zanocco Current Name Case Number 17 MR 254 There will be a court hearing on my request to change my name from: Carolyn Zanocco to the new name of: Karolyn Zanocco. The court hearing will be held: on May 11, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., at 400 W. State St.. Rockford, Winnebago County, in Courtroom #412. /s/ Carolyn Zanocco Karolyn Zanocco 7227R TRRT 4/5 n n n Machesney Mini Warehouses, Inc. P.O. Box 10227 Loves Park, Illinois 61131 (815) 654-9606 NOTICE OF SALE Machesney Mini Warehouses, Inc. will sell at public auction on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. the following storage units: Unit 9, Debbie Steichen; Unit 48, Erin Cannell; Unit 82, Paige Chabucos; and Unit 69 Corey Werntz, Unit 110 Ruth Sanchez. We reserve the right to cancel the sale of any unit prior to the auction date. Registration from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 11330 N. 2nd St., Machesney Park, IL 61115 (815) 654-9606. 7230R TRRT 3/29

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BMO Harris Bank N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Glenda A. Carter; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 17CH 00001 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Glenda A. Carter Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2347 Richard Avenue Rockford, IL 61108 and which said Mortgage was made by: Glenda A. Carter the Mortgagor(s), to Harris Trust and Savings Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0363488; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Thomas A. Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court 400 West State Street, Room 108 Rockford, IL 61101 on or before April 7, 2017, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-16-16644 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector. I716099 P7117R TRRT 3/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS First State Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. Old Second National Bank as Independent Administrator; Harrison Zorica; Presley Pasholk; Heartland Bank & Trust Company; Tina Brust, as guardian of the Estate and person of Presley Pasholk, a minor, by virtue of an Order entered in Case No. 2016P78 in DeKalb County; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Nathan Pasholk; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 17CH 00064 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Nathan Pasholk Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3714 Trilling Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 and which said Mortgage was made by:

Nathan Pasholk executed the mortgage, however this individual is deceased and is not named as a defendant in this lawsuit the Mortgagor(s), to Citizens First National Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 20111026290; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Thomas A. Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court 400 West State Street, Room 108 Rockford, IL 61101 on or before April 7, 2017, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-16-14333 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector. I716101 P7118R TRRT 3/22 n n n “THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” WA17-0038 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as Trustee for Saxon Asset Securities Trust 2002-3, Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2002-3; Plaintiff, VS. Maggie Jones Taylor; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Maggie Jones Taylor, if any; Unknown Owners and Non Record Claimants; Defendants. 17CH 123 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: -Maggie Jones Taylor that Plaintiff has commenced this case in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County against you and other defendants, for foreclosure of a certain Mortgage lien recorded against the premises described as follows: PART OF LOTS 93, 94 AND 95 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE COUNTY CLERK`S PLAT OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHICH PLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 8 OF PLATS ON PAGE 18 IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 95, THENCE NORTH, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 95, 88.44 FEET, THENCE WEST, PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINES OF SAID LOTS 95 AND 94 AND SAID LINE EXTENDED TO THE EAST LINE OF BLUEFIELD STREET AS LAID OUT AND DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF KNAPP`S SUBDIVISION

OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHICH LAST NAMED PLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 11 OF PLATS ON PAGE 43 IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE; THENCE SOUTH, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID STREET, TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 93; THENCE EAST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINES OF SAID LOTS, TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 1149 Fairview Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101 PIN: 11-15-378-011 said Mortgage was given by Maggie Jones Taylor, Mortgagor(s), to America`s MoneyLine Inc., Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0273534. UNLESS YOU file your appearance or otherwise file your answer in this case in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford IL 61101 on or before April 7, 2017, A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED FOR IN THE PLAINTIFF’S COMPLAINT. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-360-9461 WA17-0038 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I716111 P7119R TRRT 3/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2006-1, NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1 Plaintiff, -v.EARL ANDERSEN A/K/A EARL JOHN ANDERSEN A/K/A EARL J. ANDERSEN, et al Defendant 15CH 00600 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 11, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 5, 2017, 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) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 1 OF MILLVIEW HEIGHTS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 31 OF PLATS OF PAGE 48 IN RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 2073 S. BEND ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61109

Property Index No. 15-25102-002. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-15-09463. 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. 14-15-09463

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00600 TJSC#: 37-1995 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. I716453 P7121R TRRT 3/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.KAREN A. RODRIGUEZ A/K/A KAREN RODRIGUEZ, A/K/A KAREN WEBSTER, MARIO R. RODRIGUEZ Defendant 16CH 643 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 4, 2017, 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 ONE (1) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF LINVIEW SUBDIVISION PLAT NO. 2 PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 7 IN TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE 3RD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 32 OF PLATS ON PAGE 9 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 4521 LINVIEW DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-07328-003. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 5 pm. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 257498. 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 Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 257498 Case Number: 16 CH 643 TJSC#: 37-1906 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. I716458 P7122R TRRT 3/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. TYLER A. SEMENCHUK; Defendants, 16 CH 634 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, April 13, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Twenty-Seven (27) in Block One (1) as designated upon the Plat Colonial Garden, the Plat of Which is recorded in Book 16 of Plats on Page 31 in the Record-

er’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; Situated in the County Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as 635 Ramona Terrace, Machesney Park, IL 61115. P.I.N. 08-31-352-020. 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. 16-018070 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I716612 P7125R TRRT 3/22 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 Construction business in said County and State under the name of Mashburn Construction at the following post office addresses: 9714 Sumner Rd., Pecatonica, IL 61063; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Heath J. Mashburn SIGNED: Heath J. Mashburn 3/1/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7156R TRRT 3/22 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 Comfort Cuisine By Kara business in said County and State under the name of Comfort Cuisine By Kara at the following post office addresses: 2233 12th Ave., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Kara Davis SIGNED: Kara Davis 3/1/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7157R TRRT 3/22 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 tree care business in said County and State under the name of Whitford and Sons at the following post office addresses: 1102 N. Horace Ave., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Mark Whitford SIGNED: Mark Whitford 3/1/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7158R TRRT 3/22 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 General contracting business in said County and State under the name of A Brush With Excellence at the following post office addresses: 1441 Jackson St., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Hans Salberg, 815-516-3873 SIGNED: Hans Salberg 3/1/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7160R TRRT 3/22 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 business in said County and State under the name of Atlantes Remodeling at the following post office addresses: 322 Skylark Dr., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Marcos Trejo SIGNED: Marcos Trejo 3/2/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7161R TRRT 3/22 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 Seafood market business in said County and State under the name of TRINADY SEAFOOD & THINGS at the following post office addresses: 111 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: Robert E. Cleveland, Jr. SIGNED: Robert E. Cleveland, Jr. 3/2/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7162R TRRT 3/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF KEIRA ELISE ROBINSON, Minor’s Current Name CARRISSA WEAKLEY Name of Parent/Guardian filing on behalf of the Minor Case No. 17 MR 190 NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE Notice is hereby given, that on April 5, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., in room # 412, I will present a Petition requesting that the Court change his/her name of Keira Robinson, a minor, to the name of Keira Elise Stoner. The hearing will take place at Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State St. in Rockford, Illinois. Keira Robinson, a minor, by, /s/ Carrissa Weakley Date: 2/24/17 7193R TRRT 3/29

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS NEW PENN FINANCIAL, LLC DBA SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING; Plaintiff, vs. JOAN SMALL; GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; TROY SMALL; SHERRI CLARK; MELODY KRUPSKI; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JOAN SMALL AKA JOAN E. SMALL, DECEASED; ERIK K. JACOBS, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF JOAN SMALL AKA JOAN E. SMALL, DECEASED; Defendants, 15 CH 627 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, April 27, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Eight (8) in Block One (1) as designated upon the Plat of Cherry Valley, which plat is recorded in Book “N” of Deeds on Page 346 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois. Commonly known as 218 Walnut Street, Cherry Valley, IL 61016. P.I.N. 16-01-127-003. 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. 15-019078 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I717565 P7218R TRRT 4/5 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. PATRICK JOGERST; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16CH 192 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, April 27, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Fourteen (14) and

the South Twenty-five (25) feet of Lot Fifteen (15) in Block Fifty (50) as designated upon the Plat of Subdivision of Blocks 21 and 22 of Kinsey’s Little Farms, the plat of which subdivision is recorded in Book 14 of Plats on Page 175 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, the North line of said premises being parallel with the line dividing said lots; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as 3134 Collins Street, Rockford, IL 61109. P.I.N. 15-02-436-005. 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. 17-000129 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I717566 P7219R TRRT 4/5 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC; Plaintiff, vs. MULFORD GREEN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF KERRY W. ROOS, DECEASED; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; TIFFANY ROOS-DESHAZER; ERIK K. JACOBS, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ESTATE OF KERRY W. ROOS, DECEASED; Defendants, 16CH 368 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, April 27, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Unit 7 in Mulford Green Condominium, as delineated upon a survey of the following described real estate: Lot 11 as designated upon Plat No. 3 of Mulford Village Commons Subdivision in part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 22 in Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, Rockford Illinois, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 36 of Plats on page 175A in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, situated in Winnebago County, Illinois, which survey is attached as Exhibit “B” to the Declaration of Condominium Ownership as recorded on Microfilm No. 81-19-1203 as doc-

ument number 1556668, together with its Undivided percentage in the common elements as set forth is said declaration, situated in Winnebago County, Illinois. Commonly known as 312 Bienterra Trail, Rockford, IL 61107. P.I.N. 12-22-317-007. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 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. 16-009451 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I717567 P7220R TRRT 4/5 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CVI LCF MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST I Plaintiff, -v.SERGIO GARCIA, et al Defendant 16CH 00859 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 8, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 20, 2017, 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 SEVENTY-SEVEN (77) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 3 OF KYLEMORE EAST SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 40 OF PLATS ON PAGE 91A IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO, STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6405 TRAMORE LANE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-22330-008. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other

lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-10625. 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. 14-16-10625 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00859 TJSC#: 37-2497 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. I717664 P7221R TRRT 4/5 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.BARBARA A. ACKLEY, et al Defendant 16CH 01002 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 8, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 21, 2017, 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 LOTS EIGHT (8) AND NINE (9) IN BLOCK NINETEEN (19) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF AUBURNDALE, E.H. MARSH’S SUBDIVISION SOUTH HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE 3RD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: COMMENCING AT A POINT IN THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT NINE (9), 26.0 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT; THENCE SOUTH ALONG THE WEST LINES OF SAID LOTS NINE (9) AND EIGHT (8), 37.0 FEET TO A POINT 11.0 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8), 67.0 FEET; THENCE NORTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8), 6.0 FEET THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF LOT EIGHT (8) 41.0 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8), 2 1/2 FEET; THENCE EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8), 42.0 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE NORTH ALONG THE EAST LINES OF SAID LOTS EIGHT (8) AND NINE (9), 33 1/2 FEET TO A POINT 26.0 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT NINE (9); THENCE WEST, PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT NINE (9) TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO, STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1611 N. WINNEBAGO STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-14159-004. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-15816. 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. 14-16-15816 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 01002 TJSC#: 37-2531 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. I717694 P7222R TRRT 4/5 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ALPINE BANK & TRUST CO., Plaintiff, v. JULIE L. DAVY a/k/a JULIE DAVY; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY – INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No.: 2016 CH 625 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: 918 Mayfair Place, Rockford, Illinois 61107. C. The legal description of the real estate is: Part of Block Sixteen (16) as designated upon the Plat of Alpine Subdivision, part of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 20, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, which Plat is recorded in Book 19 of Plats on page 45 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, bounded as follows, to-wit: Beginning at a point in the East line of said block, 165 feet South of the Northeast corner of said block; thence South, along said East line 85 feet; thence West, parallel with the North line of said block, 145 feet to the West line of said block; thence North along the West line of said block; 85 feet; thence East, parallel with the North line of said block, 145 feet to the place of beginning, in Winnebago County, Illinois; 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 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,644 square feet. E. The time and place of sale will be April 13, 2017, 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 By: 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 7223R TRRT 4/5 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: CLEMENT J. DREHER, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 72 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION - INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATION AND CLAIMS Notice is given of the death of Clement J. Dreher of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on March 6, 2017, to David S. Dreher as Independent Administrator, 5798 Colleen Avenue, Rockford, IL 61109, 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 September 22, 2017, 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. Davis S. Dreher, Administrator 7226R TRRT 4/5 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN CHANCERY IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: MARIA SAUCEDO, Petitioner, vs. GILBERTO FLORES, Respondent. Case No. 16 D 991 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent GILBERTO FLORES that Petitioner MARIA SAUCEDO has caused to be filed a PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE and other relief in the above-captioned cause of action. You are further notified that if you fail to file an answer or otherwise appear on or before April 21, 2017, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition. /s/ Maria del Rosario Saucedo, Petitioner 7229R TRRT 4/5 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 Retail business in said County and State under the name of KNP Sales at the following post office addresses: 1602 Harlem Rd., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Kenneth Kelley SIGNED: Kenneth Kelley 3/17/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7235R TRRT 4/5

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs. JOHN M. BOWLER; MEADOW RIDGE HOMES ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS 17 CH 73 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, MEADOW RIDGE HOMES ASSOCIATION; and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, 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 by the plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows to wit: LOT FORTY-TWO (42) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 2 OF MEADOW RIDGE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 36 OF PLATS ON PAGE 39 AND 39A IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 6059 Fireside Drive, Rockford, IL 61114 P.I.N.: 12-10-304-002 and which said mortgage was signed by JOHN M. BOWLER, mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County as Document No. 0621184 and modified by a Loan Modification Agreement recorded as Document Number 20161007661; and for such other relief prayed; that summons was duly issued out of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. YOU MAY BE ABLE TO SAVE YOUR HOME- DO NOT IGNORE THIS DOCUMENT. By order of the Chief Judge of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, this case is subject to the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program. You must follow the attached instructions to participate. NOW THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of this Court in Winnebago County in Room 103 at 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101 on or before the April 7, 2017, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. Circuit Clerk Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblum-

berg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 16 4262 I716505 P7123R TRRT 3/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS SUCCESSOR-IN-INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2005-SD4, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-SD4 Plaintiff, -v.MICHELLE E SMITH A/K/A MICHELLE SMITH, et al Defendant 16CH 87 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 21, 2017, 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 SIX (6) IN BLOCK SIX (6) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF UNION PARK SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 10 OF PLATS ON PAGE 14 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 2223 11TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-36306-016. The real estate is improved with a single family. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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. Pro-

spective 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 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 252983. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 252983 Case Number: 16 CH 87 TJSC#: 37-1449 I716533 P7124R TRRT 3/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK, Plaintiff, vs. MANUEL TREJO-VARGAS; PATRICIA FLORES; ROCK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS. Defendants, 16CH 417 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, April 13, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300,, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT SEVEN (7) AND THE EASTERLY TWO (2) FEET IN WIDTH OF LOT EIGHT (8) IN BLOCK FOUR (4) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF EAST HILLS SUBDIVISION BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL

MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 23 OF PLATS ON PAGE 38 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE EASTERLY TWO (2) FEET OF SAID LOT SEVEN (7); SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3607 Cardinal Lane, Rockford, IL 61107. P.I.N. 12-19-476-012. 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, David T. Cohen & Associates, LTD., 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531. (708) 460-7711. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I716609 P7126R TRRT 3/22 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO ALL PERMITTED SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS OF JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MASTR ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGES TRUST 2004-14, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-14 Plaintiff, -v.GARY DONNOWITZ, et al Defendant 16CH 00572 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 16, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 10, 2017, 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 SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT: COMMENCING AT A POINT ELEVEN (11) CHAINS AND FIFTY (50) LINKS NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER (1/4) SECTION AND FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTEEN AND SEVEN TENTHS (518.7) FEET WEST OF THE EAST LINE OF SAID QUARTER (1/4) SECTION, THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID QUARTER (1/4) SECTION, ONE HUNDRED SIXTY-FIVE (165) FEET, THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER (1/4) SECTION, FIFTY (50) FEET; THENCE NORTH, PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID QUARTER (1/4) SECTION, ONE HUNDRED

SIXTY FIVE (165) FEET; THENCE EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER (1/4) SECTION, FIFTY (50) FEET TO THE PLACE OF COMMENCEMENT; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1146 FAIRVIEW AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101 Property Index No. 11-15379-019. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-06606. 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. 14-16-06606 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00572 TJSC#: 37-2127 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. I716698 P7137R TRRT 3/22 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 Barbershop business in said County and State under the name of The Shop By D. Alexander at the following post office addresses: 4411 Crawford Dr., Rockford, IL 61114; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Derek Carleton SIGNED: Derek Carleton 3/6/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 6th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7144R TRRT 3/22 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 for church pews and similar wedding/event items business in said County and State under the name of The Pew Depot at the following post office addresses: 10391 Montague Rd., Winnebago, IL 61088; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Heather M. Geeser; Andrew T. Huftalin SIGNED: Heather M. Geeser 3/6/17 SIGNED: Andrew T. Huftalin 3/6/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 6th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7147R TRRT 3/22 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 Antique Mall business in Rockton, Illinois business in said County and State under the name of Main Street Antiques at the following post office addresses: 203 W. Main St., Rockton, IL 61072; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Heather Shepard; Justin DeWall SIGNED: Heather Shepard 3/6/17 SIGNED: Justin DeWall 3/6/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 6th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7148R TRRT 3/22 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 Beauty Salon business in said County and State under the name of Mimi’s Beauty Studio and Lashes at the following post office addresses: 2368 Lundgren Rd., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ingrid Gonzalez SIGNED: Ingrid Gonzalez 3/3/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 3rd day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7149R TRRT 3/22 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 Vietnamese Restaurant business in said County and State under the name of Pho 815 at the following post office addresses: 7437 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Hoa Mai SIGNED: Hoa Mai 3/3/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 3rd day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7150R TRRT 3/22 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 custom knife making shop business in said County and State under the name of Kishwaukee River Knife Company at the following post office addresses: 4089 Barley Ridge Trl., Cherry Valley, IL 61016; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jude Torre SIGNED: Jude Torre 2/28/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of February, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 7151R TRRT 3/22 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 wholesale business in said County and State under the name of KNP Wholesale at the following post office addresses: 4423 Windsor Ct., Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ian Poluyanskis SIGNED: Ian Poluyanskis 2/28/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of February, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7154R TRRT 3/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ROBERT C. NELSON, Deceased. Case No. 2017 P 44 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of Robert C. Nelson. Letters of Office were issued on February 3, 2017, to Patricia Davey, 732 North Center Street, Rockton, IL 61072, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Jack D. Ward, 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400, Rockford, IL 61107.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before September 8, 2017, 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 her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk of the Court. Dated: March 2, 2017 Patricia Davey, Independent Executor Reno & Zahm, LLP By: Jack D. Ward, ARDC#3125783 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 987-4050 7136R TRRT 3/22 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 Home Health Care business in said County and State under the name of Carter’s Home Health Care at the following post office addresses: 5882 Dafred Dr., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Meico Carter, 815-621-6910 SIGNED: Meico Carter 2/7/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of February, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7155R TRRT 3/22 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 construction company that is dedicated to frame and construct buildings business in said County and State under the name of Aztecas Construction Sole Proprietor at the following post office addresses: 3311 Idlewood Ter., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jose M. Moreno, Laura L. Moreno SIGNED: Jose M. Moreno 1/25/17 SIGNED: Laura L. Moreno 1/25/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 25th day of January, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7204R TRRT 3/29

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. ANDREW D. FERNANDEZ AKA ANDREW FERNANDEZ; STATE OF ILLINOIS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 560 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, April 20, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Three (3) in Block Three (3) as designated upon the Plat of Hollywood Subdivision, being a Subdivision of Lots 43, 44 and 45, Rockford Suburban Farms Sub., the Plat of which first named Subdivision is recorded in Book 20 of Plats on page 50 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as 7519 Elm Avenue, Machesney Park, IL 61115. P.I.N. 08-31-253-002. 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. 16-016174 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I717152 P7177R TRRT 3/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF CWABS INC., ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-BC4 BY GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.STANISLAW MRUGALA, et al Defendant 14CH 00594 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 31, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 13, 2017, 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 FIFTEEN (115) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO 5 OF WELLINGTON EAST, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF

PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 39 OF PLATS ON PAGE 186B IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1056 S. TRAINER ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-27-251051 (171A135). 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-14-09526. 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. 14-14-09526 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 14 CH 00594 TJSC#: 37-2258 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. I717167 P7178R TRRT 3/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO GARY CHRISKE AND ROSE CHRISKE, Plaintiffs, vs. JAMES A. VEIGEL a/k/a JAMES VEIGEL, HOLLY E. VEIGEL a/k/a HOLLY VEIGEL, AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 16 CH 540 NOTICE OF SHERIFF/ JUDICIAL SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment for Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above-entitled cause on October 10, 2017, I, Gary Caruana, Sheriff of Winnebago County, will on April 18, 2017, at 11:00 a.m., at the Winnebago County Justice Center, 650 West State Street, Rockford, Winnebago County, Illinois, sell at Public Auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in Winnebago County, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, to-wit: Lot Fifty-nine (59) as designated upon Plat No. 3 of Rosenquist & Schabacker’s Chatham Hills, being a Subdivision of part of the North Half (½) of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 8, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 31 of Plats on Page 82 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, EXCEPTING THEREFROM the following: Commencing at the Northwesterly corner of Lot Fifty-nine (59); thence Easterly 10 feet along the Northerly line of said Lot Fifty-nine (59); thence Southerly parallel with the Westerly line to the Southerly line of said Lot Fifty-nine (59); thence Westerly along the Southerly line of said lot to the Southwesterly corner of said lot; thence Northerly along the Westerly line of said lot to the place of beginning; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois commonly known as: 4313 Eaton Drive, Rockford, IL 61114 Property Code / PIN: 12-08328-003 Together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the

tenements, hereditaments and appurtenances thereto belonging. The real estate is improved with a single-family residence. The name and address of the person to contact for information regarding this real estate and the sale is: Thomas P. Sandquist, 120 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, (815) 987-8900. This property is NOT open for inspection. This is an “As Is” sale for “CASH” requiring the successful bidder to deposit ten (10%) percent of the bid at the time of sale and the balance with the Sheriff or Associate Judge within 24 hours of the sale. Should Plaintiff bid at the sale, Plaintiff shall be allowed to credit bid the amount of its judgment, plus any costs and attorneys’ fees incurred between the entry of this judgment and the sale without the necessity of having to pay cash for said bid. DATED: February 20, 2017 Alpine Bank of Illinois, Plaintiff BY: WILLIAMSMcCARTHY LLP Its Attorneys By: Thomas P. Sandquist Prepared by: Thomas P. Sandquist ARDC# 06198232 WILLIAMSMcCARTHY LLP 120 West State Street P.O. Box 219 Rockford, Illinois 61105 tsandquist@wilmac.com (815) 987-8900 7181R TRRT 3/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BOARD OF EDUCATION, ROCKFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 205, WINNEBAGO – BOONE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS Plaintiff, v. SICHANH XAYASINH; ROUN XAYASINH f/k/a/ ROUN SAYAVONG; and UNKNOWN OWNERS Defendants. Case No. 2017 ED 6 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS FOR PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, NOTICE is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS, 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 condemnation of a certain portion of the property described as follows, to-wit: Part of the North Half (1/2) of the Southwest fractional Quarter (1/4) of Section 26, in Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third (3rd) Principal Meridian, bounded as follows, to-wit: Beginning at a point Five Hundred Twenty-three and Thirteen Hundredths (523.13) feet West of the East line of said Quarter (1/4) Section and Thirty-three (33) feet South of the North line of said Quarter (1/4) Section; said point of beginning being premises conveyed by Josiah F. Harding and wife to Benjamin Hurd by Deed recorded in the Recorder’s Office in Book 73 of Deeds on Page 262; thence South, parallel with the East line of said premises so conveyed to said Hurd, One Hundred Twenty-nine and Fifty-two Hundredths (129.52) feet to a point Fifty (50) feet North of the South line of said premises so conveyed to said Hurd; thence West, parallel with the North line of said Quarter (1/4) Section, Fifty (50) feet; thence North, parallel with the East line of

said premises so conveyed to said Hurd, One Hundred Twenty-nine and Fifty-two Hundredths (129.52) feet, more or less, to the South line of Catlin Street, thence East along said South line Fifty (50) feet to the place of beginning; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. PROPERTY CODE: 11-26327-002 COMMON ADDRESS: 509 Catlin Street, Rockford, Illinois 61104 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 or otherwise make your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse in the City of Rockford, Illinois, thirty (30) days from the date of March 15, 2017, a trial may be held and judgment entered against you for the relief asked for in the Complaint. Dated: March 8, 2017 BOARD OF EDUCATION, ROCKFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 205, WINNEBAGO – BOONE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS By: HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP /s/ Yashekia T. Simpkins Yashekia T. Simpkins One of Its Attorneys 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 7182R TRRT 3/29 n n n TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 201301012 TO: OCCUPANTS ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY DISCOVER BANK LVNV FUNDING LLC ILLINOIS CORPORATION SERVICE C % LVNV FUNDING LLC KEVIN P BRANIGAN % LVNV FUNDING LLC HEIRS AT LAW & LEGATEES OF ARLOU SMITH UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ARLOU SMITH RAYMOND SMITH % ARLOU SMITH BOBBY SMITH % ARLOU SMITH DON SMITH % ARLOU SMITH ALICE DOUGLAS % ARLOU SMITH County Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on property described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Illinois as Case # 17-TX-2. The property is located at: 324 S HENRIETTA AVE, ROCKFORD IL O W HAEGGS SUBD PT NW 1/4 SEC 21-44-1 5-38 LOT 006 BLOCK 009 ROCKFORD TOWNSHIP Property Index Number: 1121-184-006 Said Property was sold on 10/27/2014 for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2013. The period of redemption will expire on 07/14/2017. On 07/21/2017 at 09:30AM the Petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order Directing Issuance of Tax Deed. ANDREW R. HENDRIAN, Petitioner 7183R TRRT 3/29

n n n TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 201301015 TO: OCCUPANTS PATRICK REDMOND JR ROCK RIVER RECLAMATION DISTRICT County Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on property described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Illinois as Case # 17-TX-3. The property is located at: 2410 SCHOOL ST, ROCKFORD IL H JOHNSTONS SUB OF PT N 1/2 SEC 21-44-1 5-3 LOT 003 BLOCK 006 ROCKFORD TOWNSHIP Property Index Number: 1121-201-004 Said Property was sold on 10/27/2014 for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2013. The period of redemption will expire on 07/14/2017. On 07/21/2017 at 09:30AM the Petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order Directing Issuance of Tax Deed. ANDREW R. HENDRIAN, Petitioner 7184R TRRT 3/29 n n n TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 201301017 TO: OCCUPANTS CAROL WATSON CAROL KING PAC-PERL LLC THE POST LAW FIRM, PC County Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on property described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Illinois as Case # 17-TX-4. The property is located at: 415 SOPER AVE, ROCKFORD IL H JOHNSTONS SUB OF PT N 1/2 SEC 21-44-1 5-3 LOT 011 BLOCK 001 ROCKFORD TOWNSHIP Property Index Number: 1121-202-004 Said Property was sold on 10/27/2014 for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2013. The period of redemption will expire on 07/14/2017. On 07/21/2017 at 09:30AM the Petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order Directing Issuance of Tax Deed. ANDREW R. HENDRIAN, Petitioner 7185R TRRT 3/29 n n n TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 201301026 TO: OCCUPANTS SHERNENA SIMON SIMON SHERNENA AMCORE MORTGAGE, INC JOHN R HECHT %AMCORE MORTGAGE INC CITY OF ROCKFORD % NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT DIVISION ASSOCIATED BANK, NA HOSEA D HARRIS MIDLAND FUNDING LLC MIDLAND PORTFOLIO SERVICES INC %MIDLAND FUNDING LLC ILLINOIS CORPORATION SERVICE C %MIDLAND FUNDING LLC County Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, un-

known owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on property described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Illinois as Case # 17-TX-5. The property is located at: 319 ALLIANCE AVE, ROCKFORD IL COLTONS SUB PT NE 1/4 SEC 21-44-1 3-29 LOT 011 BLOCK 015 ROCKFORD TOWNSHIP Property Index Number: 1121-207-004 Said Property was sold on 10/27/2014 for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2013. The period of redemption will expire on 07/14/2017. On 07/21/2017 at 09:30AM the Petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order Directing Issuance of Tax Deed. ANDREW R. HENDRIAN, Petitioner 7186R TRRT 3/29 n n n TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 201301027 TO: OCCUPANTS MALCOLM D PAYNE MUTUAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC KEYSTONE MARKETING LTD FKA MUTUAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC JAMES C THOMPSON %KEYSTONE MARKETING, LTD FKA MUTUAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC County Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on property described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Illinois as Case # 17-TX-6. The property is located at: 315 ALLIANCE AVE, ROCKFORD IL COLTONS SUB PT NE 1/4 SEC 21-44-1 3-29 LOT 012 BLOCK 015 ROCKFORD TOWNSHIP Property Index Number: 1121-207-005 Said Property was sold on 10/27/2014 for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2013. The period of redemption will expire on 07/14/2017. On 07/21/2017 at 09:30AM the Petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order Directing Issuance of Tax Deed. ANDREW R. HENDRIAN, Petitioner 7187R TRRT 3/29 n n n TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 201301415 TO: OCCUPANTS LEONARD WHITE BARRY L MEYERS HARVEY L CROWE JOAN M CROWE County Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on property described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Illinois as Case # 17-TX-8. The property is located at: 415 S 3RD ST, ROCKFORD IL EAST RKFD S57FT N61FT LOT 003 BLOCK 034 ROCKFORD TOWNSHIP Property Index Number: 1126-134-009 Said Property was sold on 10/27/2014 for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2013. The period of redemption will expire on 07/14/2017. On 07/21/2017 at 09:30AM the Petitioner will make application

to such court in said county for an Order Directing Issuance of Tax Deed. ANDREW R. HENDRIAN, Petitioner 7188R TRRT 3/29 n n n TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 201301529 TO: OCCUPANTS ANDREW MASTERSON JOHN LILLY JIM JOHNSEN County Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on property described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Illinois as Case # 17-TX-9. The property is located at: 816 HOUGHTON ST, ROCKFORD SUB LOT G CHURCH + ROBERTSONS 2ND ADD LOT 002 BLOCK 001 ROCKFORD TOWNSHIP Property Index Number: 1127-128-005 Said Property was sold on 10/27/2014 for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2013. The period of redemption will expire on 07/14/2017. On 07/21/2017 at 09:30AM the Petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order Directing Issuance of Tax Deed. ANDREW R. HENDRIAN, Petitioner 7189R TRRT 3/29 n n n TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 201301549 TO: OCCUPANTS JOSE V MEDRANO County Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on property described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of WINNEBAGO County, Illinois as Case # 17-TX-10. The property is located at: 1225 ROSE AVE, ROCKFORD IL PHINNEYS ADD LOT 006 BLOCK 002 ROCKFORD TOWNSHIP Property Index Number: 1127-156-020 Said Property was sold on 10/27/2014 for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2013. The period of redemption will expire on 07/14/2017. On 07/21/2017 at 09:30AM the Petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order Directing Issuance of Tax Deed. ANDREW R. HENDRIAN, Petitioner 7190R TRRT 3/29 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 Restaurant business in said County and State under the name of K’nyaw-Thai Kitchen at the following post office addresses: 1137 Broadway, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Lahmay Dee SIGNED: Lahmay Dee 3/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7201R TRRT 3/29

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n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, BRUCE D. KURTZ, BMO HARRIS BANK N.A., FORMERLY KNOWN AS HARRIS N.A., AS ASSIGNEE OF THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION AS RECEIVER FOR AMCORE BANK N. A., UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2016 CH 142 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure heretofore entered by the said Court on the 17th day of November, 2016 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 6th day of April, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: Lot Thirty (30) as designated upon the Plat of Cherryvale Estates, part of the SW ¼ of Section 26, T. 44 N. R. 2 of the 3rd P.M., the Plat of which is recorded in Book 36 of Plats on page 11 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as: 7229 Laurel Cherry Drive Rockford, Illinois 61108. P.I.N Number: 12-26-352-003 Property Code: 170C 100 The property is commonly known as 7229 Laurel Cherry Drive Rockford, Illinois 61108 and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $115,343.60 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. 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. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7141R TRRT 3/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, ANDREW J. BUSJAHN, GEORGINA A. BUSJAHN, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2016 CH 583 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure heretofore entered by the said Court on the 17th day of November, 2016 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 6th day of April, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: Lot Thirty Five (35) as designated upon Plat No. 2 Fieldcrest, being a Subdivision of Part of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 8, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 35 of Plats on Page 99 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as: 4621 Landau Place Rockford, Illinois 61114 P.I.N Number: 12-08-403-005 Property Code: 152D 175 The property is commonly known as 4621 Landau Place Rockford, Illinois 61114 and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $92,283.06 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1

for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. 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. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7142R TRRT 3/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, Plaintiff, VS. LINDA L. CLARK, THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OR LEGATEES OF STEVEN C. CLARK, DECEASED, CLAIMANTS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF STEVEN C. CLARK, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OTHERS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, Defendants. CASE NO. 2016 CH 1000 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THE REQUISITE Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to The Unknown Heirs at Law or Legatees of Steven C. Clark, deceased, Claimants against the Estate of Steven C. Clark, Unknown Others, Non record 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: The East Half (1/2) of Lot Fourteen (14) as designated upon the Plat of Brown’s Park View Farms, Being a subdivision of part of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 6, 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 112 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as: 922 E. Riverside Blvd. Loves Park, Illinois 61111. Property Code: 150D 598 P.I.N. Number: 12-06-401-030 And for other relief, that the action was filed on or about December 21, 2016, 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 Linda L. Clark and Steven C. Clark. An identification of the mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: Mortgagor –Linda L. Clark and Steven C. Clark Mortgagee – Northwest Bank of Rockford Date of Mortgage – February 16, 2012 Date of Recording –March 20, 2012 County of Recording – Winnebago. Recording Document –20121010329 NOW THEREFORE, unless you the Unknown Heirs at Law or Legatees of Steven C. Clark, Claimants against the Estate of Steven C. Clark, Unknown Others, Non Record 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 Rockford, Illinois 61102 on or before April 19, 2017, which is at least 30 days after the date of the first publication of this notice, 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 6th day of March, 2017 Thomas Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court Winnebago County, Illinois Plaintiff’s Attorney Timothy F. Horning MEYER & HORNING, P.C. 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7143R TRRT 3/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BOARD OF EDUCATION, ROCKFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 205, WINNEBAGO – BOONE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS Plaintiff, v. CHARLES T. BOYD; GEORGIANNA S. BOYD; CITY OF ROCKFORD and UNKNOWN OWNERS Defendants. Case No. 2017 ED 4 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS FOR PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, NOTICE is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS, 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 condemnation of a certain portion of the property described as follows, to-wit: Part of Lots Seven (7) and Eight (8) as designated upon the Assessor’s Plat of North Half (1/2) of Southwest Quarter (1/4) Section 26, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of Rock River, bounded as follows, to-wit: Beginning on the West line of said Lot Seven (7) at a point Forty-six (46) feet South of the Northwest corner of said Lot Seven (7); thence South along the West line of said Lots Seven (7) and Eight (8), Forty-three and Ninety-four Hundredths (43.94) feet to a point Three and Twenty-four (3.24) feet South of the Northwest corner of said Lot Eight (8) of said Plat; thence East parallel with the North line of said Lot Eight (8), Seventy-three and Eight Hundred Thirty-five

Thousandths (73.835) feet; thence North parallel with the West line of said Lots Eight (8) and Seven (7), Forty-three and Ninety-seven Hundredths (43.97) feet to a point Forty-six (46) feet South of the North line of said Lot Seven (7); thence West parallel with the North line of said Lot Seven (7), Seventy- three and Eight Hundred Thirty-five Thousandths (73.835) feet to the place of beginning; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. PIN: 11-26-327-012 Common Address: 824 South 3rd Street, Rockford, Illinois 61104 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 or otherwise make your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse in the City of Rockford, Illinois, thirty (30) days from the date of March 8, 2017, a trial may be held and judgment entered against you for the relief asked for in the Complaint. Dated: March 6, 2017 BOARD OF EDUCATION, ROCKFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 205, WINNEBAGO – BOONE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS By: HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP /s/ Yashekia T. Simpkins Yashekia T. Simpkins One of Its Attorneys 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 7145R TRRT 3/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BOARD OF EDUCATION, ROCKFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 205, WINNEBAGO – BOONE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS Plaintiff, v. PHONEXAY SENGSONVANH and UNKNOWN OWNERS Defendants. Case No. 2017 ED 5 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS FOR PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, NOTICE is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS, 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 condemnation of a certain portion of the property described as follows, to-wit: Part of Lot Eight (8) as designated upon the Plat of North Half (1/2), Southwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 26, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of Rock River, the Plat of which is recorded in Book 46 of Deeds on page 312 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, bounded and described as follows, to-wit: Beginning at a point in the West line of said lot, Three and Twenty-four Hundredths (3.24) feet South of the Northwest corner of said lot; thence South along the West line of said lot, Eighty-six and Fifty-two Hundredths (86.52) feet, more or less, to the Southwest corner of said lot; thence East along the

South line of said lot, Seventy-three and Eight Hundred Thirty-five Thousandths (73.835) feet, more or less, to the Southwest corner of premises conveyed by Anna Sanders, a widow to Hanna Carlson by Warranty Deed dated August 3, 1907 and recorded in Book 241 of Deeds on Page 39 in said Recorder’s office; thence North along the West line of said premises so conveyed to Hanna Carlson to a point Three and Twenty-four Hundredths (3.24) feet South of the North line of said Lot Eight (8); thence West, parallel with the North line of said Lot Eight (8), Seventy-three and Eight Hundred Thirty-five Thousandths (73.835) feet, more or less, to the place of beginning; situated in the County of Winnebago and the State of Illinois. PROPERTY CODE: 11-26327-013 COMMON ADDRESS: 506 Gregory Street, Rockford, Illinois 61104 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 or otherwise make your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse in the City of Rockford, Illinois, thirty (30) days from the date of March 8, 2017, a trial may be held and judgment entered against you for the relief asked for in the Complaint. Dated: March 6, 2017 BOARD OF EDUCATION, ROCKFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 205, WINNEBAGO – BOONE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS By: HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP /s/ Yashekia T. Simpkins Yashekia T. Simpkins One of Its Attorneys 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 7146R TRRT 3/22 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 Home Health Care business in said County and State under the name of T.L.C. Health Care at the following post office addresses: 4544 Apple Orchard Lane, Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Lakeibia Fannin SIGNED: Lakeibia Fannin 2/7/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of February, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7163R TRRT 3/22 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 Internet Retail business in said County and State under the name of Fitz and Zelda at the following post office addresses: 1621 Chelsea Ave., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as

follows: Amy S. Kellogg SIGNED: Amy S. Kellogg 3/2/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7164R TRRT 3/22 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, property rehabs & maintenance business in said County and State under the name of L.T. Hada Home Services & Property Maintenance at the following post office addresses: 2304 Wyoming Dr., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: LeRoy Hada, 815-997-8865 SIGNED: LeRoy Hada 3/3/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 3rd day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7165R TRRT 3/22 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 Boutique business in said County and State under the name of A Queen’s Boutique at the following post office addresses: 3716 Thornwood Dr., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ericka Davis SIGNED: Ericka Davis 3/3/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 3rd day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7166R TRRT 3/22 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 home remodeling, drywall, paint, siding business in said County and State under the name of H & R Home Services at the following post office addresses: 719 N. Independence Ave., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Rocio Anabel Hernandez SIGNED: Rocio Anabel Hernandez 3/1/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7167R TRRT 3/22 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN RE THE ESTATE OF: CHARLES RICHARD BOSNALL, Deceased. 2017 P 71 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of CHARLES RICHARD BOSNALL. Letters of Office were issued on March 7, 2017 to PAMELA WENDT, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Douglas Miller, Crosby Law Firm, P.C., 475 Executive Parkway, Rockford, Illinois 61107. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before September 8, 2017 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 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date as 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, 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. /s/ Douglas Miller Douglas Miller Attorney for Executor Crosby Law Firm, P.C. Douglas Miller 475 Executive Parkway Rockford, Illinois 61107 815/397-2006 815/394-1955 Fax 7171R TRRT 3/22 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 business license comedian business in said County and State under the name of Krack Em Up Entertainment at the following post office addresses: 1423 Chestnut St., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tiffany A. Love SIGNED: Tiffany A. Love 3/7/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7168R TRRT 3/22 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 Internet sales and local sales of home made sewing items, aprons-corsets, and sale of vintage patterns business in said County and State under the name of Pins and Needles Design at the following post office addresses: 5417 Bennett St., Apt. #10, Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Irene Fedie SIGNED: Irene Fedie 3/7/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7169R TRRT 3/22 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 Strip Wax Floors, Commercial Cleaning, Carpet Cleaning business in said County and State under the name of Clean World Cleaning at the following post office addresses: 5208 Grand Cape Road, Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Bradley S. Morairity SIGNED: Bradley S. Morairity 3/1/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7159R TRRT 3/22

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DANNY M. BURFIELD, et al Defendant 16 CH 00717 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 4, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 24, 2017, 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) IN BLOCK SIXTEEN (16) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF WESTCHESTER HIGHLANDS, A SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTH HALF OF BLOCK 8 AND BLOCK 9 AND ALL OF BLOCK 16 AND 17 OF FRED L. BURR’S GUILFORD HEIGHTS DEVELOPMENT, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 20 OF PLATS ON PAGE 148 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE SITUATED IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3105 PELHAM ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-18-458005 (162D554). 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-11404. 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. 14-16-11404 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00717 TJSC#: 37-400 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. I714942 P7172R TRRT 3/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.DAVID REILING, et al Defendant 16 CH 00258 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 2, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 24, 2017, 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 EIGHT (8) AND THE SOUTH ONE FOOT (1.0) IN WIDTH OF LOT SEVEN (7) IN BLOCK SIX (6) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF BURR’S WOODS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 18 AND A PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 17 ALL IN T. 44 N., R. 2 E. OF TH 3RD P.M., THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 19 OF PLATS ON PAGE 59 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1408 CHELSEA AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-18481-013. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real

estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-02532. 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. 14-16-02532 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00258 TJSC#: 37-1393 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. I715228 P7173R TRRT 3/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), PLAINTIFF vs. ANDREW T RYBICKI AKA ANDREW RYBICKI; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANT 17CH 17 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, ANDREW T RYBICKI AKA ANDREW RYBICKI; and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant in the above entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois by the plaintiff against you and other defendant, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows to wit: PART OF LOTS 12 AND 13 IN BLOCK 12 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF CROSBY’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, WHICH PLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 40 OF DEEDS, PAGE 4 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE, BOUNDED AS FOLLOWS TO WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT 99 LINKS NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE AND 210.4 FEET WEST OF THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 13; THENCE NORTH, PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID 2 LOTS, 60 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTH LINE OF PREMISES CONVEYED BY JOHN SEARL TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD , BY DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 208 OF DEEDS, PAGE 22 IN SAID PREMISES SO CONVEYED TO SAID CITY, 47 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 12; THENCE SOUTH ALONG THE WEST LINES OF SAID 2 LOTS, 60 FEET, TO A POINT 99 LINKS NORTH OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 13; THENCEEAST, PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 13 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 1327 Revell Ave, Rockford, IL 61107 P.I.N.: 11-24-356-008 and which said mortgage was signed by ANDREW T RYBICKI AKA ANDREW RYBICKI, mortgagor, to FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County as Document No. 051884; and for such other relief prayed; that summons was duly issued out of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. NOW THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendant, file your answer to the Complaint

in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of this Court in Winnebago County in Room 103 at 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101 on or before the April 14, 2017, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. Circuit Clerk Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312541-9711 JB&A # IL 17 4507 I716752 P7174R TRRT 3/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.CHUREIA INGRAM, et al Defendant 15CH 01093 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 19, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 11, 2017, 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 HUNDRED FIFTY-FIVE (555) AND THE NORTH ONE-HALF (1/2) OF LOT FIVE HUNDRED FIFTY-SIX (556) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE REPLAT OF PART OF WASHINGTON PARK SUBDIVISION, THE PLAT OF WHICH REPLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 13 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 714 TRENTON AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61102 Property Index No. 11-20456-043. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-15-19165. 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. 14-15-19165 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 01093 TJSC#: 37-2203 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. I716950 P7175R TRRT 3/29 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.ANEESHA R. BARBARY, et al Defendant 16CH 00977 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 1, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 12, 2017, 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) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF COLLINS ADDITION TO NORTH TOWN HEIGHTS BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 20 OF PLATS ON PAGE 137 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1719 HALSTED ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-02455-019. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-14363. 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. 14-16-14363 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00977 TJSC#: 37-2207 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. I716952 P7176R TRRT 3/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF MASON SHAY CASTILLO, Minor’s Current Name CARRISSA WEAKLEY Name of Parent/Guardian filing on behalf of the Minor Case No. 17 MR 191 NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE Notice is hereby given, that on April 5, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., in room # 412, I will present a Petition requesting that the Court change his/her name of Mason Shay Castillo, a minor, to the name of Mason Anthony Stoner. The hearing will take place at Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State St. in Rockford, Illinois. Mason Shay Castillo, a minor, by, /s/ Carrissa Weakley Date: 2/24/17 7194R TRRT 3/29 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF URIAH SYDNI FRIAS, Minor’s Current Name CARRISSA WEAKLEY Name of Parent/Guardian filing on behalf of the Minor Case No. 17 MR 192 NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE Notice is hereby given, that on April 5, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., in room # 412, I will present a Petition requesting that the Court change his/her name of Uriah Sydni Frias, a minor, to the name of Uriah Sydni Frias-Stoner. The hearing will take place at Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State St. in Rockford, Illinois. Uriah Frias, a minor, by, /s/ Carrissa Weakley Date: 2/24/17 7195R TRRT 3/29

The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ss IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GARY L. ANDERSEN, Deceased. No. 2017-P-53 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of GARY L. ANDERSEN. Letters of Office were issued on February 27, 2017 to ELEANOR POTTS, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the estate is David E. Mayfield, 4023 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61108. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before September 22, 2017, 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: March 14, 2017 /s/ David E. Mayfield David E. Mayfield Name: David E. Mayfield Attorney for Estate Address: 4023 Charles Street City: Rockford, IL 61108 Telephone: 815-229-5333 7228R TRRT 4/5 n n n Wayne’s World 1424 11th Ave. Rockford, IL 61104 NOTICE OF MECHANIC’S LIEN A mechanic’s lien pursuant to Chapter 770 ILCS 50/3 will be enforced by Wayne Gahl

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, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO ALL PERMITTED SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS OF JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MASTR ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGES TRUST 2004-14, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-14 Plaintiff, -v.- GARY DONNOWITZ, et al Defendant 16CH 00572 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 16, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 10, 2017, 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 1146 FAIRVIEW AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101 Property Index No. 11-15-379-019. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-06606. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

against Steven C. Messink on a 1979 Chevrolet Camaro, VIN # 1Q87L9L555489 in the amount of $3,500.00 unless this debt is paid in full. A sale of this vehicle will take place at Wayne’s World, 1424 11th Ave., Rockford, IL 61104 on April 25, 2017 pursuant to Chapter 770 ILCS 50/3 if this debt balance is not met. 7231R TRRT 4/5 n n n Wayne’s World 1424 11th Ave. Rockford, IL 61104 NOTICE OF MECHANIC’S LIEN A mechanic’s lien pursuant to Chapter 770 ILCS 50/3 will be enforced by Wayne Gahl against Rick Caudel on a 1979 Chevrolet Camaro, VIN # 1Q87L9L555489 in the amount of $3,500.00 unless this debt is paid in full. A sale of this vehicle will take place at Wayne’s World, 1424 11th Ave., Rockford, IL 61104 on April 25, 2017 pursuant to Chapter 770 ILCS 50/3 if this debt balance is not met. 7232R TRRT 4/5 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 Fencing and Deck Company business in said County and State under the name of On Your Mark Fencing at the following post office addresses: 4667 Minns Dr., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Mark O’Dell, Deborah O’Dell SIGNED: Mark O’Dell 3/16/17 SIGNED: Deborah O’Dell 3/16/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 16th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7240R TRRT 4/5 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO In the Matter of the Estate of: ROSEMARY LIEB,

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. 14-16-06606 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00572 TJSC#: 37-2127 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. I716698 P7137R TRRT 3/22 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION A/K/A PHH MORTGAGE SERVICES Plaintiff, -v.- STEVEN L. CARTER A/K/A STEVEN CARTER, et al Defendant 16 CH 00747 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 30, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 1, 2017, 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 11856 WAGON LANE, ROSCOE, IL 61073 Property Index No. 0429-304-020. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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

Deceased. Case No.: 2017-P-68 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of ROSEMARY LIEB, who died on December 21, 2016. Letters of Office were issued on February 23, 2017, to Linda J. Lieb, 3104 N. Central Ave., Rockford, IL 61101, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Franklin J. Eubank, Jr., 126 N. Church Street, Rockford, IL 61101-1002. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before September 29, 2017, 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, IL 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: 3/20/17 BY: /s/ Linda Lieb Linda Lieb, Estate representative Franklin J. Eubank, Jr. (#6208840) Attorney at Law 126 N. Church Street Rockford, IL 61101-1002 Telephone: (815) 961-9668 Facsimile: (815) 965-9451 E-mail: attorneyeubank@ ameritech.net Attorney for estate representative 7233R TRRT 4/5 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 business store for women; new and used items busi-

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 14-16-11478. 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. 14-16-11478 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00747 TJSC#: 36-14043 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. I715297 P7213R TRRT 4/5 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION A/K/A PHH MORTGAGE SERVICES Plaintiff, -v.- JOBY J. HOLDEN, et al Defendant 15CH 00553 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 18, 2017, 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 3111 MINNESOTA DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-31-207-003 (175A253). 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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.

ness in said County and State under the name of Lady Bijou at the following post office addresses: 1307 Easton Pkwy., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Brenda Vela, 815-517-4276 SIGNED: Brenda Vela 3/15/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7237R TRRT 4/5 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 Body repair shop, paintless dent repair business in said County and State under the name of Dent Depot at the following post office addresses: 4203 S. Perryville Rd., Cherry Valley, IL 61016; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Kristopher

Cutler, 815-289-4200 SIGNED: Kristopher Cutler 3/15/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7238R TRRT 4/5 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 Photographer business in said County and State under the name of Jacob Perry Photography at the following post office addresses: 703 Camlin Ave., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jacob Perry SIGNED: Jacob Perry 3/15/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of March, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7239R TRRT 4/5

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 14-15-08865. 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. 14-15-08865 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00553 TJSC#: 37-2370 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. I717319 P7214R TRRT 4/5 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. PATRICK JOGERST; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16CH 192 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, April 27, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 3134 Collins Street, Rockford, IL 61109. P.I.N. 15-02-436-005. 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. 17-000129 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I717566 P7219R TRRT 4/5

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC; Plaintiff, vs. MULFORD GREEN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF KERRY W. ROOS, DECEASED; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; TIFFANY ROOS-DESHAZER; ERIK K. JACOBS, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ESTATE OF KERRY W. ROOS, DECEASED; Defendants, 16CH 368 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, April 27, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 312 Bienterra Trail, Rockford, IL 61107. P.I.N. 12-22-317-007. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 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. 16-009451 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I717567 P7220R TRRT 4/5 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CVI LCF MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST I Plaintiff, -v.- SERGIO GARCIA, et al Defendant 16CH 00859 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 8, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 20, 2017, 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 6405 TRAMORE LANE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-22-330-008. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-10625. 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. 14-16-10625 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00859 TJSC#: 37-2497 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. I717664 P7221R TRRT 4/5 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.- BARBARA A. ACKLEY, et al Defendant 16CH 01002 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 8, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 21, 2017, 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 1611 N. WINNEBAGO STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-14-159-004. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-15816. 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. 14-16-15816 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 01002 TJSC#: 37-2531 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. I717694 P7222R TRRT 4/5 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 No. 2016 CH 625, 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: 918 Mayfair Place, Rockford, Illinois 61107. 2. The time and place of sale will be April 13, 2017, 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 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,644 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. 7223R TRRT 4/5 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ILLINOIS BANK AND TRUST Plaintiff, -v.- GARY M. SCHLEHUBER, et al Defendant 16CH 00843 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, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 1, 2017, 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: According to our Affidavits of Property Condition, it appears there are separate residences on each tract. The same language would need to be used in the legal pub, but including the legal descriptions of each tract, of course. The legal descriptions are: Commonly known as 706 N. CENTRAL AVENUE, 714 N. CENTRAL AVENUE, 720 ALLIANCE AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101 Property Index No. 11-16-479-013 / 11-16-479-011 / 11-16-452-008. The real estate is improved with a residence. Each tract may be offered by the Selling Officer as a separate item to be bid upon at the auction. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid for each tract by certified funds at the close of the sale for the specific tract bid upon 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject properties are subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and are 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 of each tract is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid for each tract, the purchaser of said tract will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser of each tract to a deed to the real estate purchased after confirmation of the sale. The properties 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 14-16-13017. 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. 14-16-13017 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00843 TJSC#: 37-881 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. I717431 P7216R TRRT 4/5 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS NEW PENN FINANCIAL, LLC DBA SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING; Plaintiff, vs. JOAN SMALL; GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; TROY SMALL; SHERRI CLARK; MELODY KRUPSKI; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JOAN SMALL AKA JOAN E. SMALL, DECEASED; ERIK K. JACOBS, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF JOAN SMALL AKA JOAN E. SMALL, DECEASED; Defendants, 15 CH 627 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, April 27, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 218 Walnut Street, Cherry Valley, IL 61016. P.I.N. 16-01-127-003. 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. 15-019078 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I717565 P7218R TRRT 4/5 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO GARY CHRISKE AND ROSE CHRISKE, Plaintiffs, vs. JAMES A. VEIGEL a/k/a JAMES VEIGEL, HOLLY E. VEIGEL a/k/a HOLLY VEIGEL, AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 16 CH 540 NOTICE OF SHERIFF/JUDICIAL SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment for Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above-entitled cause on October 10, 2017, I, Gary Caruana, Sheriff of Winnebago County, will on April 18, 2017, at 11:00 a.m., at the Winnebago County Justice Center, 650 West State Street, Rockford, Winnebago County, Illinois, sell at Public Auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in Winnebago County, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, to-wit: 4313 Eaton Drive, Rockford, IL 61114. The real estate is improved with a single-family residence. The name and address of the person to contact for information ergarding this real estate and the sale is: Thomas P. Sandquist, 120 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, (815) 987-8900. This property is NOT open for inspection. This is an “As Is” sale for “CASH” requiring the successful bidder to deposit ten (10%) percent of the bid at the time of sale and the balance with the Sheriff or Associate Judge within 24 hours of the sale. Should Plaintiff bid at the sale, Plaintiff shall be allowed to credit bid the amount of its judgment, plus any costs and attorneys’ fees incurred between the entry of this judgment and the sale without the necessity of having to pay cash for said bid. DATED: February 20, 2017 Alpine Bank of Illinois, Plaintiff BY: WILLIAMSMcCARTHY LLP Its Attorneys BY: Thomas P. Sandquist Prepared by: Thomas P. Sandquist ARDC # 06198232 WILLIAMSMcCARTHY LLP 120 West State Street P.O. Box 219 Rockford, Illinois 61105 tsandquist@wilmac.com (815) 987-8900 7181R TRRT 3/29

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n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2006-1, NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1 Plaintiff, -v.- EARL ANDERSEN A/K/A EARL JOHN ANDERSEN A/K/A EARL J. ANDERSEN, et al Defendant 15CH 00600 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 11, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 5, 2017, 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 2073 S. BEND ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 15-25-102-002. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-15-09463. 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. 14-15-09463 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00600 TJSC#: 37-1995 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. I716453 P7121R TRRT 3/22 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.- KAREN A. RODRIGUEZ A/K/A KAREN RODRIGUEZ, A/K/A KAREN WEBSTER, MARIO R. RODRIGUEZ Defendant 16CH 643 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 4, 2017, 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 4521 LINVIEW DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-07-328-003. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate

whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 5 pm. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 257498. 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 Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 257498 Case Number: 16 CH 643 TJSC#: 37-1906 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. I716458 P7122R TRRT 3/22 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS SUCCESSOR-IN-INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2005-SD4, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-SD4 Plaintiff, -v.- MICHELLE E SMITH A/K/A MICHELLE SMITH, et al Defendant 16CH 87 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 21, 2017, 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 2223 11TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-36-306-016. The real estate is improved with a single family. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 252983. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 252983 Case Number: 16 CH 87 TJSC#: 37-1449 I716533 P7124R TRRT 3/22 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. TYLER A. SEMENCHUK; Defendants, 16 CH 634 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, April 13, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 635 Ramona Terrace, Machesney Park, IL 61115. P.I.N. 08-31-352-020. 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. 16-018070 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I716612 P7125R TRRT 3/22 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK, Plaintiff, vs. MANUEL TREJO-VARGAS; PATRICIA FLORES; ROCK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS. Defendants, 16CH 417 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, April 13, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300,, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 3607 Cardinal Lane, Rockford, IL 61107. P.I.N. 12-19-476-012. 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, David T. Cohen & Associates, LTD., 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531. (708) 460-7711. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I716609 P7126R TRRT 3/22 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, ANDREW J. BUSJAHN, GEORGINA A. BUSJAHN, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2016 CH 583 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure heretofore entered by the said Court on the 17th day of November, 2016 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 6th day of April, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: Commonly known as: 4621 Landau Place Rockford, Illinois 61114 P.I.N Number: 12-08-403-005 Property Code: 152D 175 The property is commonly known as 4621 Landau Place Rockford, Illinois 61114 and is improved with a residential property.

Judgment was taken in the amount of $92,283.06 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. 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. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7142R TRRT 3/22 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, BRUCE D. KURTZ, BMO HARRIS BANK N.A., FORMERLY KNOWN AS HARRIS N.A., AS ASSIGNEE OF THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION AS RECEIVER FOR AMCORE BANK N. A., UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2016 CH 142 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure heretofore entered by the said Court on the 17th day of November, 2016 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 6th day of April, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: Commonly known as: 7229 Laurel Cherry Drive Rockford, Illinois 61108. P.I.N Number: 12-26-352-003 Property Code: 170C 100 The property is commonly known as 7229 Laurel Cherry Drive Rockford, Illinois 61108 and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $115,343.60 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. 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. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7141R TRRT 3/22

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.- DANNY M. BURFIELD, et al Defendant 16 CH 00717 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 4, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 24, 2017, 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 3105 PELHAM ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 1218-458-005 (162D554). 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-11404. 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. 14-16-11404 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00717 TJSC#: 37-400 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. I714942 P7172R TRRT 3/29 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- DAVID REILING, et al Defendant 16 CH 00258 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 2, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 24, 2017, 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 1408 CHELSEA AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-18-481-013. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-02532. 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. 14-16-02532 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00258 TJSC#: 37-1393 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. I715228 P7173R TRRT 3/29 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.- CHUREIA INGRAM, et al Defendant 15CH 01093 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 19, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 11, 2017, 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 714 TRENTON AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61102 Property Index No. 11-20-456-043. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-15-19165. 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. 14-15-19165 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 01093 TJSC#: 37-2203 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. I716950 P7175R TRRT 3/29 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.- ANEESHA R. BARBARY, et al Defendant 16CH 00977 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 1, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 12, 2017, 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 1719 HALSTED ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-02-455-019. 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-16-14363. 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. 14-16-14363 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00977 TJSC#: 37-2207 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. I716952 P7176R TRRT 3/29 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. ANDREW D. FERNANDEZ AKA ANDREW FERNANDEZ; STATE OF ILLINOIS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 560 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, April 20, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 7519 Elm Avenue, Machesney Park, IL 61115. P.I.N. 08-31-253-002. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family res-

idence. 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. 16-016174 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I717152 P7177R TRRT 3/29 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, N.A. AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF CWABS INC., ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-BC4 BY GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.- STANISLAW MRUGALA, et al Defendant 14CH 00594 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 31, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on April 13, 2017, 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 1056 S. TRAINER ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-27-251-051 (171A135). 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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is 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 14-14-09526. 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. 14-14-09526 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 14 CH 00594 TJSC#: 37-2258 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. I717167 P7178R TRRT 3/29

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ILESTONE’s mission is to help each Individual reach their fullest potential and live as full a life as possible. Our Interdisciplinary team includes both physical and occupational therapists and a PT/OT program is designed for each Individual to meet their needs. Many times rehabilitation therapy is needed after an extended hospital stay, and can keep a person ambulatory. Chris’ family gained first hand knowledge about the difference a strong PT/OT department can make after she returned to MILESTONE after an extended hospital stay. A Mother’s Story A Mother’s Story Before she had to go to the hospital Chris was able to walk, but after a month of being mostly 3 bedridden she returned to Milestone non-ambulatory. With guidance,3 work, time and care from the PT/OT team, she was able to regain the RVCU Helps Adopt A ability to walk with the same level of assistance as before she entered RVCU Helps Adopt A Camper the hospital. Jill Morgan, MILESTONE’s PT/OT coordinator, says, Camper 4 keeping our individuals ambulatory and mobile for as long as possible 4 is entirely essential to their overall health. Weight bearing stimulates Adopt A Camper bone strength, range of motion exercises, active or passive promotes Adopt A Camper A the Success circulation, stimulates the bowels and keeps their joints fluid and A Success 5 1 on 1 attention gives them comfort and stability. 5 Without PT and OT our individuals health would deteriorate at a more rapid rate, Special Olympics Special Olympics according to Morgan, who adds, osteoporosis, Update Update constipation and contracture of muscles and 6 6 fusion of bones would occur more rapidly and more quickly interfere with our ability to care for them. Their quality of life would seriously decline. Help with Help with Providing and supporting what limited mobility many of our individuals MILESTONE’S MILESTONE’S have is truly as vital and valuable as any treatment or medication. But in Ongoing Projects Ongoing Projects order to do this equipment is needed, everything from walkers, to air 7 7 pressure and orthotic splints, custom molded shoes, versiform cushions and walking belts. There is currently a need for standers, along with Holiday Cards Holiday Cards gravity, the standers help stimulate bone 8 8 growth and helps maintain bone strength. The straightening and stretching of the leg mucsles and tendons also help an Individual maintain lower extremity mobility allowing for better personal care and aiding in the potential for ambulation. The change in perspective (going from sitting to standing) stimulates brain activity, and visual motor and proprioceptual skills. Our current standers are over 20 years old and we need additional ones. Please call the Resource Development Department at (815) 639-2965 if you would like information about making a donation for this program.

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ILESTONE’s mission is to help each Individual reach their fullest potential and live as full ILESTONE’s mission is to help each Individual reach their fullest potential and live as full a life as possible. Our Interdisciplinary team includes both physical and occupational a life as possible. Our Interdisciplinary team includes both physical and occupational therapists and a PT/OT program is designed for each Individual to meet their needs. therapists and a PT/OT program is designed for each Individual to meet their needs. Many times rehabilitation therapy is needed after an extended hospital stay, and can keep a Many times rehabilitation therapy is needed after an extended hospital stay, and can keep a person ambulatory. Chris’ family gained first hand knowledge about the difference a strong person ambulatory. Chris’ family gained first hand knowledge about the difference a strong PT/OT department can make after she returned to MILESTONE after an extended hospital stay. PT/OT department can make after she returned to MILESTONE after an extended hospital stay. Before she had to go to the hospital Chris was able to walk, but after a month of being mostly Before she had to go to the hospital Chris was able to walk, but after a month of being mostly bedridden she returned to Milestone non-ambulatory. With guidance, bedridden she returned to Milestone non-ambulatory. With guidance, work, time and care from the PT/OT team, she was able to regain the work, time and care from the PT/OT team, she was able to regain the ability to walk with the same level of assistance as before she entered ability to walk with the same level of assistance as before she entered the hospital. Jill Morgan, MILESTONE’s PT/OT coordinator, says, the hospital. Jill Morgan, MILESTONE’s PT/OT coordinator, says, keeping our individuals ambulatory and mobile for as long as possible keeping our individuals ambulatory and mobile for as long as possible is entirely essential to their overall health. Weight bearing stimulates is entirely essential to their overall health. Weight bearing stimulates bone strength, range of motion exercises, active or passive promotes bone strength, range of motion exercises, active or passive promotes circulation, stimulates the bowels and keeps their joints fluid and the circulation, stimulates the bowels and keeps their joints fluid and the 1 on 1 attention gives them comfort and stability. 1 on 1 attention gives them comfort and stability. Without PT and OT our individuals health Without PT and OT our individuals health would deteriorate at a more rapid rate, would deteriorate at a more rapid rate, according to Morgan, who adds, osteoporosis, according to Morgan, who adds, osteoporosis, constipation and contracture of muscles and constipation and contracture of muscles and fusion of bones would occur more rapidly and more quickly interfere with fusion of bones would occur more rapidly and more quickly interfere with our ability to care for them. Their quality of life would seriously decline. our ability to care for them. Their quality of life would seriously decline. Providing and supporting what limited mobility many of our individuals Providing and supporting what limited mobility many of our individuals have is truly as vital and valuable as any treatment or medication. But in have is truly as vital and valuable as any treatment or medication. But in order to do this equipment is needed, everything from walkers, to air order to do this equipment is needed, everything from walkers, to air pressure and orthotic splints, custom molded shoes, versiform cushions pressure and orthotic splints, custom molded shoes, versiform cushions and walking belts. There is currently a need for standers, along with and walking belts. There is currently a need for standers, along with gravity, the standers help stimulate bone gravity, the standers help stimulate bone growth and helps maintain bone strength. The growth and helps maintain bone strength. The straightening and stretching of the leg mucsles and tendons also help straightening and stretching of the leg mucsles and tendons also help an Individual maintain lower extremity mobility allowing for better an Individual maintain lower extremity mobility allowing for better personal care and aiding in the potential for ambulation. The change personal care and aiding in the potential for ambulation. The change in perspective (going from sitting to standing) stimulates brain in perspective (going from sitting to standing) stimulates brain activity, and visual motor and proprioceptual skills. activity, and visual motor and proprioceptual skills. Our current standers are over 20 years old and we need Our current standers are over 20 years old and we need additional ones. Please call the Resource Development Department at additional ones. Please call the Resource Development Department at (815) 639-2965 if you would like information about making a donation (815) 639-2965 if you would like information about making a donation for this program. for this program.

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The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

VOICES FROM THE GRAVE

By persons unknown BY KATHI KRESOL

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oe Greco was happy that May Day in 1959. Joe and his business partner Donald Burton had been on the road for a while and were just getting back to Rockford early in the evening. Joe was feeling pretty good. Their “sales trip,” as they referred to it, had been lucrative and they were hoping to score some more “sales” that evening. Joe was looking forward to arriving home. He missed his girl, Donna. They had only been living together for a couple of months but things were going good between them. In fact, Joe thought everything was looking up for him. He knew his parents were still upset that he had decided not to return to the Barnes Drilling Company to work with his father. They didn’t understand that Joe wanted something di�erent than his parent’s had. They also didn’t understand his friendship with Burt. Donald Burton had come from a di�erent background than Joe. His parents had split up when he was younger and Burt grew up tough. He learned how to take care of himself and was always ready for a ﬁght. Burt also knew some magic tricks. Those magic tricks came in handy on their “sales trips”. Joe knew his parents would deﬁnitely not understand that side of his life. His girl, Donna called it his dark side. Whatever you wanted to call it, Joe

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very-other week, The Rock River Times will bring you a glimpse back into the earliest days of Rockford, from its founding in 1834 to the Civil War. Taken from a series of advertisements from the old Rockford National Bank, these short tales and original illustrations paint the narrative of Germanicus Kent and the people who followed in laying the foundations of our city. “The basis for all of these advertisement are authentic historical facts, gleaned from long careful study and research of Government, State, and local records,” says the introduction to this collection of artifacts. This week, we look back at the city’s ﬁrst attempts to harness the power of the Rock River.

thought it too was going good. Since they were in a hurry, the two men decided to stop at Joe’s parent’s house at 615 Montague Street. Joe knew his parents would be gone until late. The two men grabbed something to eat and Joe changed into some fresh clothes. They left his parent’s house around 10:45 p.m. Early the next morning, between 12:50-1:00 a.m. on May 2, folks who lived on Montague Road heard a couple of cars drive down the road. They didn’t hear much else other than the sound of car doors closing. One of them was curious enough to look out the window. He saw a car parked outside but didn’t see anyone around it. He ﬁgured a couple of kids had pulled over for a little alone time. The car was still there around 4:15 a.m. when Deputy Sheri�s Lester Krug and Robert Allen spotted it. They had just turned around to investigate when a call came over the radio. They didn’t get back to the car until around 5:00 a.m. At ﬁrst, they thought the same thing as the neighbor and believed they would catch a couple of kids in an embarrassing position. The men were confused when they shone their lights in the car and found it empty. They made their way to the back of the car and decided to open the trunk. The bodies of Joseph Greco and Donald Burton were found stu�ed into that

trunk. They both were only 21-years-old. Coroner Collins Y. Sundberg examined the men and determined that they had been dead around four to ﬁve hours. Both men had some small bruises and Burton had been hit on the head. Authorities would theorize that he had fought his attackers. It was stated that both men had been strangled with a piece of rope. Joseph was carried to the trunk while Burton, who had a heavier build, was dragged to the car. This had caused scrapes to his back. The car trunk contained a couple of suitcases, 500 pairs of shaved dice, and walkie talkies that would be traced to a robbery in Peoria. When they searched the suitcases, Sheri� Deputies came across Joseph and Burton’s address books. They were ﬁlled with names of contacts listed in di�erent states including Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Missouri and Florida. The majority of the names were listed for Peoria and the authorities recognized some of those names as part of a gambling syndicate. The pieces to the puzzle of the men’s deaths started to fall into place for the authorities. It was while searching the car that they found a piece of evidence that chilled even the most experienced o�cers. Inside one of the suitcases they recovered a $5 bill that had been torn into quarters. There were only two pieces of the bill found. One portion had the words, “Good Luck, Joe” on it and

the other piece had, “Good Luck, Burt.” The pieces ﬁt together to make up half of the bill. One man involved in the search said it made the hair on the back of his neck stand up when those pieces were found. All involved in the search took the pieces as a warning to the dead men. Unfortunately, it was a warning the two men had not heeded. Though police had the motive for the murders of these two young men from the beginning and were hopeful they would uncover who had committed the crime, the investigation stalled. They came up against a wall of silence. The other men that traveled in the gambling circuit in Illinois made themselves scarce. They might have taken these deaths as warnings of what was in store for them if they talked. These two murders were never solved and are listed under Rockford’s “Cold Case Files” along with twenty four others. Kathi Kresol is the organizer of the Haunted Rockford Paranormal Events. Kathi will be speaking of the darker side of Rockford’s History at the Ethnic Heritage Museum on Saturday, March 25. Tickets for the event are $20 if purchased in advance and include a tour of the Ethnic Heritage Museum and the newly acquired GrahamGinestra House. Please visit the website at hauntedrockford.com for tickets or more information.

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times.

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Planting the new apple trees BY GRANT MCCARTY CONTRIBUTOR

Once you’ve chosen your apple tree varieties, you’ll need to consider a good location for them. Full sun and welldrained soil are ideal for the trees. Aim for a location that gives you 6-to-8 hours of sunlight a day. Your soil should neither be compacted nor drain too fast. You are aiming for one that allows for good root development so avoid both heavy clay and sandy soils. If you are stuck with a soil type that is not ideal, you can try to amend the soil overtime with organic matter and even cover crops if you have a large planting. You also want to factor in the impact your tree will have as it gets older. Dwarf and semi-dwarf trees will not have as great of an impact on neighboring trees and structures but standard trees certainly will. Apple trees require a soil pH between 6.0 to 7.0. If your soil is not within this range, you may have to either raise or lower the soil pH. This can take 3-to-6 months depending on the pH you currently are at. It can be hard to change the soil pH once the tree is planted so you are better o� changing the soil pH before planting your trees. Most of our Northern Illinois soils are fertile enough to address the initial soil

nutrients for our apple trees. In years to come, you may find that you need to add fertilizer but it’s usually not needed the first year. Trees will be planted di�erent distances based on their type. For dwarf, plant 8-to-10 feet between trees, 10-to15 feet for semi-dwarf, and 18-to-20 feet for standard. This spacing allows both root and aboveground growth to be ideal without interfering with the growth of other trees in a given row. You may find that depending on the tree you purchased, you may need to do some initial pruning. This may require the removal of a number of limbs or topping o�. You’ll also want to look at training the branches. By training, this begins to get your apple tree sca�olds, the horizontal limbs, in better shape and reduce the growth of vertical limbs. This can be achieved through pieces of wood that push the limbs flat and/or weights placed on the edges of limbs. Instructions for initial pruning and training can be found online. Next week, I’ll cover more on apple tree plantings and management. Grant McCarty is the Local Food and Smalls Farms Educator of the University of Illinois Extension. His tips and tricks for local eating and your at-home garden appear every week in The Rock River Times.

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Making a push for more women in agriculture BY PENNY LAURITZEN U OF I NEWS BUREAU

URBANA – The eighth-annual Women Changing the Face of Agriculture conference took place on March 10 on the UrbanaChampaign campus of the University of Illinois. The conference provided young women opportunities to network and explore careers in the agriculture industry. More than 300 professionals, volunteers, and college students shared their agriculture experiences with the young women in attendance. Through a networking career fair, over 550 students were able to receive information on career opportunities, agriculture courses, student-to-student advice, and much more. Keynote speaker Elzandi Oosthuizen, vice president of global geographic strategy for Monsanto, shared her journey as a woman breaking gender stereotypes in the agricultural industry. Oosthuizen said, “The question we all have to ask ourselves is ‘can I have it all?’” In answering that question, Oosthuizen encouraged her audience to “do things your way, not the way that previous generations did it.” She encouraged the students and professionals in the audience to use agriculture as an opportunity to impact, inﬂuence, and reach further than their immediate

surroundings. The conference also featured 27 breakout sessions ranging from college preparation and agriculture careers to presentations featuring engineering innovations and cattle reproduction research. Companies such as John Deere, Syngenta, Monsanto, and Growmark were represented, along with many other organizations and colleges. After an inspiring day looking into the future of agriculture, students left with the knowledge they will need to succeed as women in agriculture. Liz Harfst, Normal Community High School agriculture advisor, said that she brings her students to WCFA because “it broadens their horizons and breaks them out of their shell to meet professionals within the industry.” For more information about the conference, visit womenchangingthefaceofagriculture.com. Follow the conference on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for agriculture news, scholarship and career opportunities, and future conference information. The next Women Changing the Face of Agriculture conference will be held on March 9, 2018 at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. Details and information will be available soon.

Stephenson 4-H and Extension Foundation announce pork chop dinner The Stephenson County 4-H and Extension Foundation announces its 10th Annual Pork Chop Dinner Fundraiser, which will be held Sunday, April 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eagles Club in Freeport, 1200 W. Galena Ave. The dinner will feature a 6 oz. pork chop sandwich, grilled with the assistance of the Stephenson County Pork Producers, featuring their special seasoning; potato salad or chips; cheese from local cheese producers; applesauce; drink; and dessert. Two serving lines and special carry out line will be available. The dinner is planned by a committee of Foundation members and other 4-H volunteers, and donations from local businesses and restaurants help make it possible. Advanced tickets are $6 and may be purchased from members of Stephenson

County 4-H Clubs or at the U of I Extension O�ce, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport, until March 24. After that, tickets will be sold at the door for $7. Hot dog meal tickets will be available at the door only and not sold prior to the event. Many area restaurants and businesses have provided items for the meal and silent auction, and the Foundation appreciates their support. There will be a silent auction with gift baskets created by 4-H clubs and other opportunities to support local 4-H clubs. All proceeds will beneﬁt the Stephenson County 4-H and Extension Foundation and stay in Stephenson County. For more information or questions, call the University of Illinois Extension-Stephenson County at 815-235-4125. –U of I Extension-Stephenson County

The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

Your Health

Crossword

When CVS stopped selling cigarettes, some customers quit smoking By Ronnie Cohen Reuters Health

The retail pharmacy company CVS Health helped its customers quit smoking by pulling cigarettes off the shelves two years ago, a new study suggests. Smokers who purchased cigarettes exclusively at CVS stores were 38 percent less likely to buy tobacco after the national chain stopped selling cigarettes, the study shows. In addition, cigarette sales dropped 1 percent – or by 95 million packs – in 13 states in the eight months after CVS left the tobacco market in September 2014, according to the report in the American Journal of Public Health. “It shows that responsible behavior by a pharmacy has public health benefits for the whole population,” Stanton Glantz said in a phone interview. He directs the Center for Tobacco Control Research and Education at the University of California, San Francisco, and was not involved with the study. The results provide “very strong evidence” that removing tobacco from CVS’ more than 7,800 stores reduced smoking, Glantz said. “It was a big enough effect that you could see it in the population level, which is very impressive,” he said. The findings heartened Dr. Troyen Brennan, CVS Health’s chief medical officer and one of the study’s authors. “We think that this research definitely shows that if pharmacies didn’t sell cigarettes, fewer people would smoke, more people would live longer, and fewer people would die,” he said in a phone interview. Brennan and a team of CVS researchers analyzed data from a nationally representative survey of consumers’ cigarette purchases at drug, food, big box, dollar, convenience and gas station retailers prior to and one year following the company’s exit from the cigarette market. While they found that shoppers who purchased cigarettes exclusively from CVS were 38 percent more likely to stop buying cigarettes altogether, they could not conclude that those customers kicked the habit. The data shows they did not purchase

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cigarettes elsewhere, but it remained unclear whether they got cigarettes from another source, possibly a friend or relative, Brennan said. But states in which CVS pulled out of the tobacco market sold 0.14 fewer packs of cigarettes per smoker a month compared to other states, the study found. In 1970, the American Pharmaceutical Association declared cigarette displays to be in conflict with the public health role of pharmacies. The following year, the association recommended that pharmacies stop selling tobacco. But until CVS quit the business, nationwide pharmacy chains had ignored the recommendation. “We know that tobacco kills 488,000 people a year in the U.S.,” Brennan said. “How can you sell that kind of thing when you’re supposed to be emphasizing health care?” Public health advocates have pressed Walgreens to also clear its shelves of cigarettes. But the pharmacy chain, one of the nation’s largest, has refused to leave the tobacco market. Asked to comment about the study, Walgreens provided a written statement. “We believe that the most effective step we can take to help smokers quit is to address the root causes of smoking, which go far beyond the small percentage of smokers who access this product at pharmacies,” it says. “We have made an active decision to reduce space and visibility of tobacco products in certain of our stores as we focus on helping customers who want to stop smoking,” the statement says. Robin Koval, CEO and president of Truth Initiative, a Washington, D.C. nonprofit dedicated to ending youth smoking, took Walgreens to task for failing to follow CVS’ lead and “missing a significant opportunity to serve their customers’ health and welfare.” Smoking is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the U.S. One in four American adults use tobacco, and nearly 17 percent smoke cigarettes.

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48. Everyday 50. Ego’s main concern 52. Bad-mouth 53. Schooner pole 55. Corn unit 57. ”Shakespeare ____ _____” 60. What Audrey Hepburn had in Rome 64. Clive Bixby to Phil Dunphy 65. Plays for pay 6 7. Har r y P o t t e r ’s antagonist 68. Neopagan religion 69. ____ Aviv 70. Say something 71. ”The ____ House” with Keanu Reeves 72. Affleck’s character chased her 73. Waxing crescent, e.g. Down 1. Auction actions 2. S-shaped molding 3. ”Valentine’s Day” actress 4. Disorderly crowds 5. Battlefield ID 6. Combustible heap 7. Golf starting point

8. Allegro ____ in music, Italian 9. RC or Pepsi 10. Tangelo 11. Back seat 12.Brut,asinchampagne 15. Basket-making fiber 20. Camel’s kin 22. Marines are this and proud? 24. Where Japan is 25. Pretty one 26. Friend from Mexico 27. Iraqi money 29. It actually happens 31. Nonverbal O.K., pl. 32. Tree nymph in Greek mythology 33. First cradles 34. ”Midnight in ____” 36. Four years to a President 38. Gaelic 42. Ma Bell, e.g. 45. Indian restaurant appetizer 49. Head or john 51. Coll apse a chair, e.g. 54. Mordane in “Game of Thrones” 56. Occasion for

pink or blue balloons 57. One of the hipbones, pl. 58. Male lead in “The Prince of Tides” 59. Pretty undergarment fabric 60. Has divine power 61. Subject of stats 62. Single pip cards 63. Yesteryear 64. Hole punching tool 66. “Losing My Religion” band

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times.

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Jerry Krause

Architect of Bulls’ dynasty dead at 77 By Andrew Seligman AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO — Jerry Krause, the Chicago Bulls’ general manager during their 1990s dynasty that saw them capture six NBA championships with Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen leading the way, has died. He was 77. The Bulls confirmed his death on Tuesday. A Chicago native, Krause spent 18 seasons leading the Bulls’ front office and was a two-time NBA executive of the year. He helped put together a run that ranks among the most successful in NBA history and made the franchise a worldwide brand. “The entire Bulls organization is deeply saddened by the passing of Jerry Krause,” chairman Jerry Reinsdorf said. “Jerry was one of the hardest working guys I have ever been around, and he was one of the best talent evaluators ever. Jerry played an integral role in our run of six championships in eight years. He truly was the architect of all our great teams

in the ‘90s.” With Jordan and Pippen soaring around Chicago and Phil Jackson pulling the strings from the sideline, the Bulls dominated in a way few teams have. Krause, who took over as general manager in 1985, was

responsible for surrounding Jordan with the pieces that propelled two championship three-peats in the 1990s. He hired Jackson from the Continental Basketball Association as an assistant to Doug Collins and fired Collins in favor

of Jackson following a run to the Eastern Conference finals in 1989. He also acquired Scottie Pippen in a 1987 draft day trade and also selected Horace Grant, a key figure in the first championship three-peat. Draft picks such as Toni Kukoc, Stacey King and B.J. Armstrong also played prominent roles on those teams. So did players he signed such as John Paxson, Steve Kerr, Bill Wennington and Ron Harper. The same goes for Dennis Rodman, the flamboyant force on the glass who was acquired in a trade. “I owe a lot to Jerry. If it weren’t for him bringing me to Chicago in 1985, I probably never would have been a Bull,” said Paxson, now the executive vice president of basketball operations. “He had a great eye for talent, and his ability to build a team is unrivaled. He’s one of the best the league has ever seen.” Krause is survived by his wife, Thelma; his two children, Stacy and David; and, his grandchildren Colette, Josh, Mia and Riley. Memorial information was pending.

NCAA Tournament

Three No. 1 seeds and endless optimism in Sweet 16 By Genaro C. Armas AP Sports Writer

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin’s win over defending national champion and overall No. 1 seed Villanova shook up office pools around the country, though the tested Badgers aren’t a typical No. 8 seed in the NCAA Tournament. Eleventh-seeded Xavier might be a surprise team in the regional semifinals, but with their 3-point prowess, the Musketeers are capable of shooting their way past any opponent. At this stage of the NCAAs, every team left is brimming with confidence. No team seems unbeatable to even the most unlikely Cinderella. Anything can happen in the Sweet 16. “A chip-on-your-shoulder mentality usually helps in sports and competitive situations,” Xavier coach Chris Mack said after his team ousted third-seeded Florida State in the second round. “So if it’s working, count us as (an) 11 seed.” Two more victories for Wisconsin and the Badgers’ senior class will have advanced to a very impressive third Final Four in four seasons. “We’ve talked about the legacy we want to leave,” senior guard Bronson Koenig said Monday. “Getting to another Final Four has been one of those goals we’ve been talking about since last season. It would be a really cool thing if we can get there.”

A look at the matchups in the Sweet 16:

East

No. 8 seed Wisconsin (27-9) vs. No. 4 seed Florida (26-8): The Gators used a stingy defense and a 21-0 run to rout Virginia in the second round. The Badgers got into offensive ruts this year, especially during a stretch of five losses in six games toward the end of the regular season. But Koenig, the team’s best shooter and facilitator, appears to be healthy again. Nigel Hayes, another veteran of the team’s Final Four runs, is coming off a big game against Villanova . Prediction: Another clutch shot by Koenig helps Wisconsin win another thriller, 67-65. No. 7 seed South Carolina (24-10) vs. No. 3 seed Baylor (27-7 ): More defense in the East. The Gamecocks are 32nd in Division I in giving up 65.2 points per game. The Bears are 21st, allowing 63.5 points, and featuring athletic ability and depth. But the way South Carolina stormed past Duke , albeit in its home state, was impressive. Prediction: Sindarius Thornwell capitalizes on another showcase opportunity, Gamecocks win 78-74.

West

No. 4 seed West Virginia (28-8) vs. No. 1 seed Gonzaga (34-1): “Press” Virginia has scoring punch, too. The Mountaineers are getting strong play in the backcourt , which is especially crucial in March. Gonzaga hasn’t exactly overwhelmed opponents so far in the tournament. The Bulldogs counter with one of the tourney’s top point guards in Nigel Williams-Goss , who had 20 points, eight rebounds and four assists in the win

over Northwestern. Prediction: Bulldogs take another step closer to getting to their first Final Four, win 78-70. No. 11 seed Xavier (23-13) vs. No. 2 seed Arizona (32-4): Wildcats coach Sean Miller’s former team against his current team. The Musketeers are following Trevon Bluiett’s lead into the Sweet 16 in an impressive run without point guard Edmond Sumner (torn ACL in January), with victories over Maryland and Florida State. They shot 64 percent from 3-point range against the Seminoles. Arizona shot 59 percent in the second half of a second-round win against St. Mary’s after a sluggish first half. Prediction: Allonzo Trier and Lauri Markkanen prove to be too much for Xavier, Arizona bears down for an 80-67 win.

South

No. 4 seed Butler (25-8) vs. No. 1 seed North Carolina (29-7): The Bulldogs don’t seem to do any one thing well; they just figure out ways to win games . The defense is solid, and Butler is shooting 47 percent from 3-point range in the tourney. The Tar Heels are 10th in the nation in scoring (85.1 points) but had to hold off Arkansas in the second round. A team with three returnees who were on the court last year for Villanova’s title-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer is also eager to get back to the Final Four. Prediction: Tar Heels overcome another scare, 74-66. No. 3 seed UCLA (31-4) vs. No. 2 Kentucky (31-5): Rematch! UCLA won the teams’ first meeting on Dec. 3, 97-92. Fast forward to March, and UCLA’s Lonzo Ball is on a roll . The star freshman played

so well in the second half of the second-round win over Cincinnati, it looked as if he could carry the Bruins all the way to the Final Four. But relying on freshmen talent is part of Kentucky’s blueprint, and coach John Calipari has another team filled with NBA prospects. Plus, Calipari is a Sweet 16 regular with Kentucky in the regionals for the seventh time in nine seasons. Prediction: Kentucky outlasts UCLA in a matchup worthy of the Final Four, 86-85.

Midwest

No. 4 seed Purdue (27-7) vs. No. 1 seed Kansas (30-4): Double-double machine Caleb Swanigan helped the Boilermakers get a pair of solid wins in the first two rounds over Vermont and Iowa State. Taking down another Big 12 team, Kansas, in Kansas City will be a tall order. Guard Frank Mason III is averaging 21 points a game in the tourney. Prediction: Kansas overcomes Swanigan’s broad shoulders, beats another Big Ten school, 80-70. No. 7 seed Michigan (26-11) vs. No. 3 seed Oregon (31-5): The Wolverines have won seven straight games, six coming after a scary accident on the way to the Big Ten Tournament. They’ve proven that they can hit from the outside as well as score with big man Moe Wagner . Oregon held off Rhode Island’s upset bid to move on. Tyler Dorsey is averaging 23.6 points over his last five games, but the Ducks have been playing without senior big man Chris Boucher. He paired with Jordan Bell to give Oregon a pair of athletic shot-blockers. Prediction: Momentum carries Michigan to a 75-74 victory.

March 22, 2017 The Rock River Times.

Different Pace

Bears. Offseason

After passing on big fish in free agency, the Bears’ plan of building a contender through the draft rings through. By Robert Zeglinski

Contributor

very year’s NFL free agency period is specifically catered to the high rollers who believe they have nothing to lose. That means specifically those teams on the cusp of another championship like say the New England Patriots, or the annual paper champion, Jacksonville Jaguars. There’s an inherent comfort in spending big when you think it’s a primary avenue for your success. For the Chicago Bears and general manager Ryan Pace, they’ve instead become masters at playing the market’s second tier in always looking forward to a more important infrastructure – homegrown, drafted players. Early offseason hype surrounded the Bears in just what superstars Chicago would add in free agency given their top five cap space, but for a team still a ways from possessing it’s own championship core, it was never meant to be. Pace himself preordained more of a cheap veteran flea market play rather than the high expectations of going for gold from fans. “You can always recover from the player you didn’t sign. You can’t recover from the player you signed at the wrong price,” said Pace before the hoopla of the open market ensued. Try as you might to disagree, his stance has basis and is the correct move for an organization in transition. The Bears were in on the Bills’ Stephon Gilmore but weren’t going to get into a bidding war with New England and attach themselves to a good, but not great player. They were also in on former Texan, A.J. Bouye, but were only going to sign him to their terms. Two secondary additions they indeed could’ve used, but elected not to move on for fear of hamstringing the team with potential non-core players. That same moniker also applies to now former Bear, Alshon Jeffery, who signed with Philadelphia on a one-year contract. As evidently as possible, Jeffery’s market didn’t develop the way he believed it would and the Bears themselves believed he was the wrong player at the wrong price in any sense. Kicking the can down the road and committing to another non-elite player wasn’t in the stars. This was a roster purging of a still budding regime building it’s own

foundation. Most sports have the same ideal of how to succeed. You primarily move the needle in the draft. That’s what the consistently successful winning teams do in football. That’s the Patriot way (disregard this past free agency). That’s the Pittsburgh Steeler way. In a smart comparison, that’s the Green Bay Packer way. In all actuality, Pace and the Bears are planning on doing their best impression of these squads and their personnel evaluators, but better (ideally). Winning free agency is a myth in that regard. Too many teams that believe they’re on the cusp of something great go all out when they should really hold back and keep their cards close to their chest. The last five teams to spend the most money in free agency – the Jaguars, Jets, Buccaneers, Dolphins, and Buccaneers again – had a combined record of 30-50. None of these teams made the postseason. Obviously in that light none of them won a championship either. Sure, on the surface the Bears were one of the highest spending teams this past

free agency, handing out $118 million plus in contracts. But an important caveat is that only $2.5 million of that money is guaranteed beyond the 2017 season. Guys like Prince Amukamara and Kendall Wright have to make a name of themselves again while the Bears look for a short-term boost. Not much commitment is attached to any of the Bears’ new players and that’s key for a rebuilding team. What Chicago’s spending boiled down to is a lot of proveit deals and filler while drafted young talent develops and comes into it’s own as the team’s necessary stars. Simply put, overspending or backing up a truck of money for guys looking to cash in on free agency is more of a sexy ideal than the “right” way of building a winner. If you have not much other talent in place, how can you benefit from signing a star corner or safety or pass rusher? How will these guys flourish or maintain their level of play once you try to work your way out of their debilitating contract? Take a look at Chicago’s current situation and you’ll understand why they

instead preferred to fill the roster with depth and little risk. Currently, they don’t have their franchise quarterback, although that could change in April. The defensive front seven is coming together with sophomore phenom, Leonard Floyd, Akiem Hicks, and company, but it’s still hardly a winning unit. The secondary, where the Bears could have upgraded most in free agency, is still very much in flux despite signings of Quintin Demps, Amumakara, and Marcus Cooper. There are a lot of holes on this roster where simply throwing money at them would only be a short-term fix that masks greater issues. A successful bandage that will look glitzy to some degree but eventually have the full wound exposed again. The Bears aren’t close to contending and Pace knows it. He also knows that the lottery of the draft with his and his scouts’ evaluations is how they’ll eventually get to that destination. “I think you have to be disciplined during these time periods,” said Pace of his measured approach after the whirlwind of this free agency. Ideally, the time will come where the Bears do once again make a splash in March. Signing a player that puts them over the top because of the rest of their roster is in place and ready to compete for a title. Chicago once did it with Julius Peppers in 2010 in adding a star pass rusher to a mostly finished defense and it resulted in an NFC Championship Game appearance. With these current Bears, you’d hope for more sustained success but can still see the comparison. A year or so down the line, committing to that kind of player like Peppers just might happen as the Bears prepare to launch into the stratosphere, but not now. Not even close. Pace has a plan and design on first crafting his team in the draft. Whether that plan pans out is a different story altogether, but the steadfast belief is commendable. He’s sticking to his laurels and not letting the moment get the best of him. “This is what I believe in. I believe that to have to sustained success you must build your team through the draft.” Robert Zeglinski is a staff writer for SB Nation and managing editor at No Coast Bias. Follow Robert on Twitter: @RobertZeglinski.

The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

TALES FROM THE TROUGH

IceHogs split weekend series in Manitoba BY TODD REICHER

CONTRIBUTOR

fter a recent trip to Manitoba where the IceHogs went 2-0, Rockford returned and posted a 1-1 record with a shootout win last Friday. The first 20 minutes were penalty-ridden with Rockford incurring two infractions and the three for the Moose. Neither team was able to tally on the man advantage as the Moose narrowly outshot Rockford 9-8. Our second period was more of the same, a few penalties with a fight sandwiched in the middle, and no goals. Jake Dowell was called for roughing at 5:42, which also lead to our first fight with Dowell dropping the gauntlets with Jake Baker. Brandon Mashinter was sent o� for tripping at 8:43 on our last penalty of the game, but the Moose were unable to capitalize. Our first goal wouldn’t occur until 1:04 into the third period, with Kyle Baun performing the honors on his 13th tally of the season. Tyler Motte would have the only assist. The Moose knotted the score at 1-1 at 11:14 of the period with Chase DeLeo also scoring his 13th of the season, assisted by Scott Kosmachuk and Quinton Howden. After 65 minutes of one goal apiece, we headed for a shootout. IceHogs goaltender Je� Glass stopped both first round shooters as did Moose netminder Jamie Phillips. One of Rockford’s newest players, Anthony Lewis, fresh o� his senior season at Miami University, tallied the lone in the shootout as Glass earned his sixth win of the season with a 2-1 shootout victory. The following night both teams would meet again for the back half of the weekend series, and this time the game was not as close with the Moose

knocking o� Rockford to the tune of 5-3. The Moose tallied the first three goals of the game; one in the first period and two in the second to jump out to a 3-0 lead. Ryan Olsen tallied his sixth of the season in the first period and Dan DeSalvo and Jack Roslovic scored in the middle frame for Manitoba. Luke Johnson got Rockford on the board with one second to spare, bringing the score to 3-1. Manitoba answered quickly in the third to increase their lead as Kyle Connor scored 59 seconds into the third and at 2:19 on the power play to give the Moose a commanding 5-1 lead early in the third. Rockford cut into the lead with exactly six minutes remaining when Jake Dowell potted his third goal of the year, assisted by Rockford’s other newcomer, defenseman Luc Snuggerud. The IceHogs would hit the back of the net one more time with Motte scoring his eighth of the season with 14 seconds left in play, pulling Rockford to within two goals. Michael Latta earned his second point of the night with his second secondary assist, but it was not enough as Manitoba took the last game of the series 5-3.

Looking forward

Rockford has one more road game, a Friday game against the ﬁrst place Grand Rapids Gri�ns before returning home on Saturday for the back end of a home-and-home series against the Gri�ns. After this home game with the Gri�ns, Rockford will only have four more home games left in the season with ﬁve on the road. Photos from these and other Rockford IceHogs games can be found at reicherstudios.com/ Sports/HockeyPhotos, or Facebook. com/ReicherStudios.

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NFL

Haunted lives Clark, Sayers just more sobering reminders of the price football players pay. By Tim Dahlberg

AP Sports Columnist

he news seemed unimaginable, much as it might have 78 years ago when Yankees fans learned Lou Gehrig was diagnosed with the disease that would later bear his name. It came on a Sunday night via a more modern form of communication, a Twitter feed. Dwight Clark didn’t need the full 140 characters to stun football fans everywhere. “I wanted to share some unfortunate news: I have ALS,” Clark tweeted . The receiver beloved and lionized in the Bay Area for “The Catch” now has weakness in his right hand, back and right leg. He can’t play golf anymore, can’t go for a run and can’t walk any distances. The only tidbit of anything resembling good news is that the disease is progressing slower than it has in some patients. That doesn’t mean it won’t be just as debilitating. It certainly doesn’t mean it won’t be fatal, because ALS always is. That it came because of football can’t be proved. But the player immortalized in football history by the 1982 catch on a throw from Joe Montana that won the NFC title game for the 49ers over the Dallas Cowboys has an idea that it does. “I’ve been asked if playing football caused this,” Clark, now 60, wrote in another post. “I don’t know for sure. But I certainly suspect it did. And I encourage the NFLPA and the NFL to continue working together in their efforts to make the game of football safer, especially as it relates to head trauma.” It was part of a disturbing weekend for both fans of football and the players who risk their future in the sport. The same day Clark announced his diagnosis, columnist Vahe Gregorian wrote a piece in the Kansas City Star about spending seven hours at the house of Gale Sayers. Sayers, the Chicago running back considered one of the greatest NFL players ever, barely spoke during the visit. He’s battling dementia, and his wife said some days are better than others. Just before dinner, Gregorian wrote, Sayers went to wash his hands with carpet cleaner. “It keeps you on your toes,” Ardie Sayers said. “Don’t let him out of your sight.”

Chicago Bears great and Hall of Famer Gale Sayers told the Kansas City Star that he’s battling dementia, which his wife blames on his football career. GaleSayers.com The link between football and brain damage is by now well documented. After decades of denial a top NFL executive belatedly acknowledged to Congress last year that there is a link between football and neurodegenerative diseases such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Jeff Miller, the NFL’s senior vice president for health and safety, said he based his opinion on the work of Boston University neuropathologist Ann McKee, who as of last month had diagnosed CTE in the brains of 97 out of 101 former football players examined after death. Some former players have been diagnosed with CTE-like symptoms while still alive. That includes Tony Dorsett, the Dallas Cowboys running back who is ninth on the all-time career list with 12,739 rushing yards. Dorsett told the Fort Worth Star Telegram last month that he’s fighting CTE and had no idea “that the end was going to be like this.” That the players of Dorsett’s era didn’t know how they might end up isn’t surprising. The NFL paid little attention to how hits to the head might affect players in their later lives, and the science about the effects of head hits and

concussions was still young. That’s changed, and now every player who comes into the league should be aware of the danger. Concussion protocols have also changed drastically, though nobody knows for sure how much protection that offers. “This used to be a different league,” DeMaurice Smith, head of the NFL players’ union said last month at the Super Bowl. “If you stumbled to the sideline, somebody maybe pushed you back in.” Still, players continue to risk their health, even knowing the possible consequences. At the same NFLPA press gathering where Smith spoke, Giants linebacker Mark Herzlich — who survived cancer to play in the NFL —

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talked about suffering his third concussion in a November game against the Browns. Yet Herzlich came back to play. He still wants to play, no matter how uncertain his future might be. Football players are tough guys. They have to be to survive in a sport where the toughest always come out on top. Some play the game because they love it. Others play it because it can make them wealthy Unfortunately, most don’t see 30 years into the future. They think they’re invincible, and that bad things will only happen to other guys. But with each new and terrible diagnosis we’re reminded of the price our football heroes continue to pay.

’ve been asked if playing football caused this. I don’t know for sure. But I certainly suspect it did. And I encourage the NFLPA and the NFL to continue working together in their efforts to make the game of football safer, especially as it relates to head trauma.”

–Dwight Clark

The Rock River Times. March 22, 2017

IceHogs forward Tyler Motte factored in on three of four Rockford goals this weekend as he earned one point on Friday with an assist and two points in Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game with a goal and an assist. A 2013 4th round pick, Motte has split time between Rockford and Chicago this year, racking up 33 appearances for both the IceHogs and the Blackhawks. Todd Reicher Tales from the Trough is on Page 54.