The Rock River Times. April 11, 2018

Inside: Ground broken on Amerock • LimeBike rolls into Rockford • Investigation continues into weekend triple homicide

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Headlines.....................................................1-12 Energy & Environment.................................13 Farm & Ag.......................................................13 Auto, Home & Garden..................................30 Local History..................................................31 Sports............................................................32 Developer Gary Gorman was joined by civic leaders for the official ground breaking on the downtown Amerock hotel project, Tuesday. Photo, Don Bissell

Ground officially broken on Amerock hotel project

By Jim Hagerty Contributor

DOWNTOWN — Wisconsin developer Gary Gorman was flanked by current and former city officials Tuesday at the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Amerock Embassy Suites Hotel and Rockford Convention Center.

With work underway behind him, Gorman addressed a crowd of about 200 about what went into what has been a years-long journey that began with saving the building from the wrecking ball.

“There were bumps in the road, but it got done,” Gorman said. “People are going to come to this hotel and conference center and they are going to be impressed.”

The project began eight years ago among a small group of downtown visionaries calling themselves Friends of Ziock (FOZ) who wanted to redevelop the former factory. The city had other plans, like re-purposing its material for the new Morgan Street Bridge that was completed in 2013. The only way to save Rockford’s first skyscraper was to have it added to the National Register of Historic Places.

“They’d been talking about tearing it down,” Don Bissell said.

Bissell, along with Kyle and Marge Bevers, were the driving forces behind FOZ, which first bucked the city’s demolition plans then secured the Amerock building’s place as a historic site.

“A plot of grass on this spot wasn’t going to do anything for the city,” Bissell said.

“The best form of recycling is to use what

exists and convert it to something. It puts it back on the tax rolls.”

Friends of Ziock mulled several uses for the now 116-year-old building including an apartment building with retail on the ground floor. With other downtown projects centered on tourism in the hopper, however, a flagship hotel was the most sensible idea.

“It took faith and commitment to get us where we are today,” former Mayor Larry Morrissey said.

Morrissey worked closely with Gorman on the initial 2014 capital stack, one that first included a train station and a different price tag. Back then, the project was estimated at $67 million and the city’s investment was $20 million from the motor fuel tax to build a parking deck.

The parking deck has since been scrapped as has the Amtrak hub. The hotel is now an $87 million deal that includes a $12.5 million public investment for the adjoining 40,000-square-foot-convention center. When finished, the venue will boast 160 rooms, two restaurants, rooftop lounge with two levels of outdoor seating, access to Davis Park, swimming pool, game room for kids, and more.

“We’ve been dreaming about this riverfront property for many years,” Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau CEO John Groh said. “And that goes back to the early and mid-’80s when we started thinking about the future of Davis Park and we continued to dream about what would come now with the investment of

the hotel. Today marks the baseline from which we will measure the future progress and growth of our center city. I think of the groundbreaking as a starting line, not the destination.”

Tom McNamara was the Third Ward alderman and mayor-elect last year when the city council approved the final hotel plan.

One of his final orders of business before taking the reins from Morrissey was to vote for the project and open scores of local jobs.

“We have 400 local union (workers) working behind us,” McNamara said.

“Once construction is done, we will have 140 jobs here for our citizens. I believe this is a major turning point for our downtown.

I’m proud of the work done by the previous and current city councils to make this vision a reality.”

The project was finalized last December with several funding partners: CitiBank, Twain Financial Partners, Rockford Bank & Trust Company, Associated Bank, Rockford Local Development Corporation, the City of Rockford and EB-5 investors from across the eastern hemisphere.

“The image of Rockford is going to be created by the first impression they get when they walk into the hotel, when they walk into the conference center, when they go up to the 12th-floor deck and they see the view down the river — which is the most spectacular view in the city,” Gorman added.

The city’s $12.5 million investment is projected to have a more-than $700 million economic impact. R.

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Crime & Courts

Investigation continues in triple homicide

By Jim Hagerty Contributor

ROCKFORD — A private party bus was the scene of a triple homicide last weekend in the latest in what appears to be a string of killings involving more than one victim.

The latest incident occurred Saturday, April 7, in the area of Auburn Street and North Johnston Avenue. That’s where the bus was traveling when passengers Daijon K. Sistrunk, 22; Martavies J. Blake, 21; and 27-year-old Sean M. Anderson were shot and killed. The driver continued to the Mobil station on Springfield Avenue, just south of Auburn, where he contacted 911.

Police allege that the gunman is 22-year-old Raheem King, how reportedly rented the bus for his birthday. King had advertised the party on his Facebook page.

On Wednesday, he posted, “Party bus on Friday I’m charging 25$ a head.” A Friday post said, “Who all getting on da bus let me know now.”

What led up to the shooting or the nature of relationship King had with the victims is not known. The murder weapon, however, has been reported as an “assault rifle,” but the caliber is not known. It is also not

Raheem D. King, 22, is wanted in connection with a triple homicide on the city’s west side last weekend. clear who brought it on board the coach.

King, along with other passengers, fled the scene after the shooting. He is still at large

Rock River

‘Black Hawk’ statue to be reopened this year

By Guy Stephens WNIJ News

OREGON — The monumental statue known as “Black Hawk” will once again gaze over the Rock River near Oregon, Illinois – at least for the summer.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources swaddled the crumbling statue in heavy black plastic in 2016 to protect it from the elements. That replaced scaffolding and green mesh covering it the two years before that.

Ed Cross of the IDNR said the department now plans to uncover Lorado Taft’s creation to highlight a local campaign raising funds to restore it.

“We are going to wait until May at some point,” he said, “just so that the weather can stabilize, you know, so there’s no more

snow or freezing conditions to where it may cause further damage to the statue.”

Cross said word that the covering was coming off has already spurred renewed interest in the project, estimated to cost around half a million dollars.

“We’ve already had three donors come forward to the Illinois Conservation Foundation,” he said. “So we’re hoping, once the cover does come off and more people see it, more contributions will be coming in.”

The IDNR has a restoration plan. Cross says it will cost an estimated $500,000 to carry it out. A lack of state funding means much of that will have to come from private donors.

Cross says the statue would be covered up again sometime in the fall.

Lorado Taft’s “The Eternal Indian,” along the Rock River north of Oregon, has been covered by a protective plastic wrap since 2016. The wrap will come off in May, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources says.

as of this report and is considered armed and dangerous.

“We are working with our local partners and state partners, as well as our federal partners to apprehend Mr. King,” Rockford Police Chief Dan O’Shea said. “We are pleading to the public to get information and tips to us. Anyone, whether they were there, or whether they’re getting information from their friends, relatives, social media or any other outlet, we ask them to contact us. There is a person out there who killed three people. And we need to make sure we apprehend him.”

The bus is owned by Distinguished Gentleman, a local company. According to records, the company is owned by Mali Caballero. He could not be reached for comment.

Saturday’s shooting is third multi-victim incident in recent months. In February, a Rockford man killed his estranged wife and her boyfriend before turning the gun on himself during a police chase. Last month, two Rockford Christian students were shot and killed by their father before he took his own life inside their suburban home.

Officials say the city is making progress,

but still has a long way to go to make a serious dent in violent crime. That is why Mayor Tom McNamara said keeping the citizens safe is his top priority.

“City Council and myself have committed that public safety is the No. 1 concern in our community,” he said in a previous report. “The council is not only committed with their thoughts, but with their actions.”

Although the 2017 crime stats showed an improvement over the previous year, Rockford is still the FBI’s third-most dangerous city in the country behind St. Louis and Memphis, respectively.

Property crime was down eight percent last year, while violent crimes were down five percent. There were 11 fewer aggravated assaults and 122 fewer robberies.

There were 18 homicides in Rockford in 2017, down from 26 the year before. The city’s homicide rate peaked in 1996, when there were 31 killings.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Raheem King is urged to contact the Rockford Police Department at 779-500-6551 or Crime Stoppers at 815-963-7867. R.

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City

LimeBikes roll out across Rockford DOWNTOWN — California-based LimeBike launched its bicycle-share service last weekend in Rockford — the first time the company’s lime-green bicycles are available in Illinois.

Monday evening, a handful of Rockford aldermen decided to use the brand new service for the final leg of their trip to weekly meetings at City Hall.

They met at the parking lot where the Rockford City Market takes place on Fridays during the summer to pick up their velocipedes in the 200 block of East State Street.

Three council members – 2nd Ward Ald. Jonathan K. Logemann, 3rd Ward Ald. Chad Tuneberg, and 9th Ward Ald. Bill Rose – successfully navigated the procedure and pedaled away.

LimeBike distributes a smart-phone app to help clients find bikes and guide them to preferred parking spaces without a set of fixed docking stations.

Jason Wilde, the northern General Manager for LimeBike, says a smartphone app allows for the bikes to be independent of fixed racks.

“Not limited to stations, providing more accessibility, allowing people to follow natural transport patterns, but can ultimately still incentivize people to park in certain locations,” he said.

The company already has established operations in 10 states plus Washington, D.C., and nearly 20 college campuses.

Five-hundred bikes were dropped in Rockford, Loves Park and Machesney Park. Riders can use them after downloading a smartphone app and creating an account with LimeBike. A bike can be unlocked by scanning a barcode on the handlebar neck. The app automatically charges $1 for a 30-minute ride.

When the ride is finished, a lever locks the rear wheel. The wheel can be locked and unlocked during ride time. A receipt shows the length and time of each ride as well as calories burned. Each bike is tracked using GPS. The Rockford effort dates back to March 1, when the Illinois Region 1 Planning Council unveiled a plan to increase bicycle and pedestrian traffic in the Rockford area.

Officials say the program is marketed to those who don’t have their own bikes and riders who wish to enjoy different views of the city. The LimeBike program comes with no cost to taxpayers. More bikes could be added depending on how much it’s used.

The company is offering a new-rider discount to celebrate the Rockford launch.ThepromocodeLIMEROCKFORD is good for $3 in ride credits.

–WNIJ News; Jim Hagerty and WNIJ’s Chase Cavanaugh contributed to this story

Rockford Ald. Bill Rose, D-9, left; Ald. Chad Tuneberg, R-3; and Ald. Jonathan K. Logemann, D-2, rode LimeBikes through downtown to their City Council meeting Monday night. Photo, Phil Masterton/WNIJ

Local

Fatherhood Encouragement Project kicks off Adopt-A-Block program

By Jim Hagerty Contributor

ROCKFORD — An organization that encourages men to be the best fathers they can be is expanding its efforts into some of the city’s most impoverished areas.

“Seven years ago, I was on a mission trip in Los Angeles and worked with some awesome organizations,” Fatherhood Encouragement Project CEO Dan Petrie said. “They had this program called Adopt-A-Block LA. Every Saturday this organization went into the housing developments and loved them up and connected with youth.”

Inspired by what he saw in California, Petrie decided to launch Adopt-A-Block in Rockford. On April 21, the Fatherhood Encouragement Project will partner with the City of Rockford, Winnebago County, Comcast, Life Church, and the Rockford Police Department to adopt 24 at-risk neighborhoods beginning with a four-

block area between Seventh Street and 12th Avenue.

“This area had 44 violent crimes reported in January of this year,” Petrie said. “The area is covered with domestic abuse, violent crime, and both drug and sex trafficking. It’s ranked the sixth worst neighborhood for poverty and crime in the United States.”

Duties for the day include tree trimming, pulling weeds and landscaping. At the end of the day, volunteers and residents will be treated to a block party with food, refreshments, music and inflatable attractions for the kids.

“We want to empower these residents to take back this area and sometimes when an area has been bad for so long they just need a little encouragement and a little boost,” Petrie said. “We are going to connect these neighbors to themselves to help bring restoration and relationship.”

The project needs between 350 and 500

volunteers. Those interested in volunteering can register through Comcast, by visiting FatherhoodEncouragementproject. org, or emailing to info@fatherhoodencouragementproject.org. For each volunteer who signs up, Comcast will donate $20 to the cause.

The Fatherhood Encouragement Project has helped 6,000 families, mentored over 100 fathers, connected over 500 innercity kids to summer programs and fed and clothed over 500 homeless all in just 2 1/2 years. The organization mentors parents along an expansive spectrum.

Ex-felons doctors and lawyers are learning to be stronger, affirming parents and the group continues to grow.

In addition to meeting weekly and taking party in community-service events, the project holds an annual awards banquet, which is also a fundraiser. R.

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State

It’s not a winning message if you don’t use it

By Rich Miller Capitol Fax

J.B. Pritzker appears to have chosen a solid message for the fall campaign.

The overall theme at the successful Democratic gubernatorial candidate’s press conference the day after he won the primary race was “Bruce Rauner is a failed governor.” The message is also the primary subject of his online advertising push against Rauner.

Not coincidentally, that’s pretty much the exact same message Rauner successfully used against former Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn four years ago. “Pat Quinn failed.” Period. End of story. Whatever the question was, the answer was: “Pat Quinn failed.” When will you release your complete tax returns? “Pat Quinn failed.” What about the questions about your company’s business practices? “Pat Quinn failed.” What color is the sky? “Pat Quinn failed.”

Rauner avoided answering an awful lot of questions with that response back in the day. When he’s properly managed, the man knows how to stay on message, and it worked phenomenally well in 2014.

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office has been a variation of blaming House Speaker Michael Madigan. No budget? “Madigan.” State fairgrounds deteriorating? “Madigan.” Sky isn’t blue today? “Madigan.”

And because he’s stayed so perfectly on message, Rauner has completely framed the current political debate. What did Pritzker’s top two Democratic primary opponents use against the frontrunner the most? “Madigan.” What question does Pritzker get whenever a reporter interviews him? “Madigan?” Pritzker has to change the subject. He has the answer, but he’s just not using it yet. He’s still allowing Rauner to control the campaign.

“Obviously you’re going to keep getting asked about this,” I said to Pritzker hours after his post-election press conference to denounce Rauner as a failure. “The governor says you’re Madigan’s handpicked candidate. The governor says if you win, Madigan will run the state. And you have said you’re going to be independent. But how?”

“Bruce Rauner’s got nothing else to talk about,” Pritzker replied. “He has for the last three and a half years, he’s tried to trash Democrats by throwing the Speaker at them.” And then he said, “I’ve been an

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a Madigan pawn. Beating a guy like that requires strict message discipline, even in a “blue” state in a “blue” year. Blithely treading water through November risks a 2016-style ending.

So, I asked Pritzker about this. I’ve heard more than one Democrat, I told him, who wished he would show more meanness. Does he believe he has what it takes to really take it to Rauner?

“I absolutely have what it takes to beat Bruce Rauner,” Pritzker said. “He’s an utter and complete disaster as a governor.

I’m gonna make that clear.”

Then make it as clear as that with every answer to every question, man.

Pritzker used to tell the story about when Rauner attacked him the first day he publicly expressed an interest in running for governor. “Well,” his wife said, according to Pritzker, “we’ll just have to crush him like the roach he is.”

Pritzker admitted that he hadn’t used that story in a long time, but said he will be “equally explicit as we move forward to make sure people know what it is that we intend to do in the general election.”

That’s a lot of garbly words instead of just: “Rauner failed.” He’s got a winning message. He should use it.

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independent leader my whole life. I don’t think that any of that sticks to me.”

OK, stop right there. Nobody in Voter Land has any clue whatsoever about Pritzker’s life. They mainly know what they see on TV. And for the next several months, the TV ads they’ll see will be about how Pritzker is Madigan’s corrupt stooge.

The “right” answer is: “Bruce Rauner’s got nothing else to talk about because he’s a failed governor.” If you’re going to have a campaign theme, then for crying out loud use it so incessantly that we all get completely sick and tired of hearing it. Then — and only then — will you know it’s working.

Pritzker eventually did slip in the word “failed,” but only in relation to Rauner’s failure to win his primary by more than a tiny margin.

The big worry expressed by several Democratic insiders who otherwise support Pritzker is that the nominee may not be tough enough, mean enough and single-minded enough to really take it to Rauner, who we all know by now is willing to say and do whatever crazy thing it takes to win – up to and including calling Rep. Jeanne Ives, of all people,

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Gov. Bruce Rauner has a familiar wish list for the legislative session that begins this week.

Rauner has several items that he’s been asking for since he first ran for office, but his top priority this year, he said, is the budget. He said it’s time to get it right.

“Let’s get a revenue estimate that we agree on, as the law calls for,” he said, “and

then do a balanced budget that lives within our means for a full year, not a partial -and that calls for no new taxes.”

Then, Rauner said, he wants to start work on his next priority.

“An income tax reduction for the people of Illinois,” he said, “and that is part of getting pension reform done. Once pension reform is approved by our courts, getting a billion-dollar income tax cut.”

Previous pension reform proposals have

been struck down as unconstitutional.

Rauner also called once again for term limits, a property tax freeze, and making it easier to consolidate local units of government. He also wants to address the state’s opioid crisis.

Rauner said he plans to meet with legislative leaders this week.

The Illinois House began its work Monday. The Senate came in Tuesday.

Tainted fake marijuana kills 3, sickens 100 CHICAGO — Fake marijuana likely contaminated with rat poison has killed three people in Illinois and sickened more than 100 others in the last month.

The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says most cases are in Illinois but a few others have occurred in Indiana, Wisconsin, Missouri and

Maryland. It warns doctors nationwide to look out for patients with severe unexplained bleeding.

Authorities say several patients and samples of fake weed from Illinois have tested positive for a lethal ingredient often used in rat poison.

Fake marijuana contains chemicals that

produce a marijuana-like high. They’re sold in some convenience stores as liquids for use in e-cigarettes or in dried plant material that can be smoked. Nicknames include K2, Spice and Kush.

Illinois reported seven more illnesses on Tuesday.

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State Bicentennial

Looney was the prototype for gangsters who would follow

By Roger Ruthhart The Rock Island Argus

John Looney was the original QuadCities vice lord and also one of the nation’s earliest organized crime leaders.

Looney was a thin, cold, gaunt, sort of dour-looking man with haunting eyes. He wore the same baggy, dirty suit every day and ate raw liver on toast. He ran for the Illinois state House as a Democrat and lost.

His bitterness over the defeat launched his career as the undisputed godfather of the underworld.

He controlled a vast and unmatched empire of extortion, bribery, booze, gambling and prostitution. There were downtown shootings, political graft and bombings and behind it all a scandal sheet newspaper. His influence reached into Wisconsin, Missouri, Texas, New Mexico, Colorado and the East Coast.

His power in Rock Island grew almost absolute because he was able to control portions of two key elements of society – politicians and the press. Member of his organization controlled elements of his crime business.

Looney published the Rock Island News from about 1905 to 1923. The papers of that era said “no filthier, more libelous newspaper has ever been printed in the United States. All of the stories were written in the foulest of language.” The News and The Rock Island Argus waged a vicious newspaper war for years.

While John Looney had several homes, his mansion overlooking the Rock River called Bel Air was famous for its weeklong parties, drunken orgies, nude swimming in the Rock River, and cock fights, boxing and bulldog fights.

In 1912, Looney got mad at Rock Island Mayor Harry Schriver when he pressed for prosecution of Looney’s henchman Anthony Billburg on gambling charges. He attacked the mayor in a series of articles in The News. Schriver had Looney brought to the police station where he beat him as officers watched. Looney was hospitalized.

The next night, March 27, 1912, Looney’s gang convened a meeting in Market Square.

The crowd grew to more than 2,000 and the angry mob stormed the police station and police fired back, killing two bystanders,

This Wanted poster was used by federal agents to seek out the gangster John Looney. Photo at right is not Looney, but a recreation to show how he might look with a beard. Looney was captured in Belen, N.M., on Nov. 30, 1923. wounding eight others. Martial law was declared and the governor sent in 600 troops to quell the riot.

Looney left town to recuperate at his 25,000-acre ranch in New Mexico, but returned in March 1921, revived The News and re-established his control over local vice. Looney controlled almost all gambling and prostitution houses – about 150 over a vast region – run by Helen Van Dale, known as “Queen of the Prostitutes.” This time

around he added corrupt police, judges and city officials to the list of things he controlled.

While John Looney rose to power by blackmail and gunfire, it was also his downfall. When Looney raised the “protection fee” charged to Bill Gabel, a former police officer who owned one of the city’s largest bootleg saloons, Gabel refused to pay. Instead he turned over 12 canceled checks made out to John Looney to a federal

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investigators.

Gabel met with agents at the Como Hotel July 31, 1922. He was getting out of his car just after midnight when shots were fired.

One bullet hit him in the head and he died instantly.

Drive-by shoot ings had become commonplace. On Oct. 6, 1922, John Looney’s one-time lieutenant, Dan Drost, joined forces with Anthony Billburg, another former lieutenant turned enemy.

With two other men they ambushed Looney and his son and bodyguard outside the Sherman Hotel. John Looney fled to the hotel, while his son, Connor, 21, returned fire before he slumped to the ground. He died the next day. The four men were sent to prison for the murder.

By Oct. 26, 1922, all of Looney’s saloons and brothels were closed. Six stills were destroyed. One of Looney’s homes was raided and its arms cache seized. With its influence gone, The News ceased publication. A federal investigation revealed that 170 or more illegal businesses had been paying for protection from Looney.

After his son’s funeral, John Looney fled to New Mexico. Federal conspiracy charges were filed against him.

Federal prohibition authorities joined state, county and city law-enforcement officers in an anti-vice campaign aimed at cleaning up the community. John Looney was captured in Belen, N.M., on Nov. 30, 1923 and returned to Rock Island. He was sentenced to prison for conspiracy and the murder of Bill Gabel. Looney was released from prison in ill health April 7, 1934, at age 68 and never heard from again. He died March 4, 1942.

Roger Ruthhart is editor of The DispatchThe Rock Island Argus and co-author of the book “Citadel of Sin: The John Looney Story.” He can be reached at rruthhart@ qconline.com.

The weekly Illinois Bicentennial series is brought to you by the Illinois Associated Press Media Editors and Illinois Press Association.

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#MeToo

Legislatures lack records of misconduct claims

By David A. Lieb Associated Press

Over the past 15 months, dozens of state lawmakers across the nation have been forced from office, removed from leadership roles, reprimanded or publicly accused of sexual misconduct in a mounting backlash against misbehavior by those in power.

Yet the majority of state legislative chambers have no publicly available records of any sexual misconduct claims over the past decade. They say no complaints were made, no tally was kept, or they don’t legally have to disclose it, The Associated Press found.

Some lawmakers and experts on sexual wrongdoing in the workplace say that suggests politicians are not taking the problem seriously.

“There is no good excuse for not making that information available,” said Republican state Sen. Karen McConnaughay of Illinois. “If the voters don’t know these things are going on, then they can’t very well make a judgment about our behavior.”

The AP filed records requests with the legislative chambers in every state — 99 in all — seeking information on the number of sexual misconduct or harassment complaints made against lawmakers since 2008. The requests also asked for any documents pertaining to those complaints and any financial settlements.

That process unearthed roughly 70 complaints from about two dozen states and nearly $3 million in sexual harassment settlements paid by eight states. But the actual figures almost certainly are higher.

That’s because many states that refused to turn over any information had legislators who had been publicly accused and forced out of office or leadership positions.

Some lawmakers and experts say that because of legislatures’ failure to confront the problem aggressively, victims hesitate to come forward for fear of ridicule, isolation and retaliation.

“When you add the pressure of politics and the fact that relationships are everything in politics, it is extremely unusual to imagine anyone ever reporting,” said Maryland Delegate Ariana Kelly, a Democrat who chairs the Legislature’s 60-member women’s caucus. She said she was warned when she entered office eight years ago “that I was going to be a pariah if I didn’t learn to accept the culture the way it was.”

“There is no good excuse for not making that information available. If the voters don’t know these things are going on, then they can’t very well make a judgment about our behavior.” –State Sen. Karen McConnaughay, R-West Dundee

The 188-member Maryland General Assembly said it has no records of the number of sexual harassment complaints over the past decade but plans to begin keeping track. Earlier this week, the Legislature passed a bill sponsored by Kelly that will strengthen its policies on harassment reporting to include an independent investigator and to cover lobbyists.

The Texas House and Senate, which have 181 lawmakers combined, also reported no records of complaints. But that doesn’t mean there’s no problem with harassment, said former Democratic Sen. Wendy Davis, who now runs the Austin-based women’s advocacy group Deeds Not Words.

She recalls being touched “very inappropriately” by a newly elected House member at a 2009 social gathering for lawmakers.

She never filed a complaint and wasn’t even aware there was a process for doing so. Instead, Davis worked with colleagues to kill the lawmaker’s bills.

“Often the fear of coming forward and what the consequence of that will look like

suppresses anyone from saying anything,” she said. “And what it means is that women put up with a lot, and then it starts to create a culture where that is an accepted practice.”

Women recently have become more vocal about harassment. Since the start of 2017, sexual misconduct or harassment allegations have led to the resignation or expulsion of at least 24 state lawmakers across the country, according to an AP tally.

About 20 additional state lawmakers have faced repercussions such as reprimands and the loss of leadership positions, according to the AP’s review. Complaints are pending against several others.

Some of those who quit or were punished are not included in the AP’s decade-long tally because no complaint was formally filed or because information about sexual misconduct complaints has not been publicly compiled and released.

The Kentucky Legislative Research Commission told the AP that requests for the number of complaints and related

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documents “do not fall within the open records law” and that they place “an unreasonable burden” upon the commission.

Thus, the number of formal complaints remains officially unknown, even though plenty of sexual misconduct allegations involving the state’s lawmakers have been aired publicly.

In 2015, Kentucky paid $400,000 to settle sexual harassment lawsuits involving three Democratic lawmakers. Last year, the Democratic Senate minority whip was replaced after being accused of groping a man, the Republican House speaker and three GOP colleagues lost leadership posts after secretly signing a sexual harassment settlement, and another GOP lawmaker killed himself after being accused of sexually assaulting a teenager.

In New York, a state assemblyman was sanctioned in November by a legislative ethics panel after he was accused of asking a female staffer for nude photos and then leaking her name when she filed a complaint. New York’s legislative chambers did not provide even a written response to the AP’s inquiry on complaints; the Legislature is exempt from the state’s open-records law.

New York state Sen. Liz Krueger, a Democrat known for speaking out on sexual harassment, said she doesn’t necessarily have qualms about the Legislature declining to disclose data on sexual harassment complaints. But, she said, “once a determination is made or money is paid out, it should be made public.”

Little was known about any complaints in Illinois until an activist publicly testified last fall that her previously unpublicized sexual harassment complaint against a senator had gone unresolved for a year.

That’s when McConnaughay discovered that 27 ethics complaints filed since 2015, some involving sexual harassment, had been in limbo because of a vacancy in the legislative inspector general’s office.

Complaints to the inspector general are exempt from public disclosure. But when the AP turned to the Legislature for records on the number of sexual harassment complaints, the Illinois Senate responded that it had no such documents. The Illinois House indicated it didn’t track such things and wasn’t required “to prepare answers to questions or create new documents or lists in response to a request.”

April 11, 2018. The Rock River Times.

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Nation

Trump believes he can fire Mueller

By Eric Tucker & Chad Day Associated Press

WASHINGTON — The federal agents who raided the office of President Donald Trump’s personal attorney, Michael Cohen, were looking for records about payments to a former Playboy playmate and to porn actress Stormy Daniels, who both claim to have had affairs with Trump.

That’s according to a report Tuesday from The New York Times. The newspaper, citing several people briefed on the investigation, reported that FBI agents were looking for records of payments to ex-Playmate Karen McDougal and also information related to the publisher of The National Enquirer.

The raid prompted a new blast Tuesday from the president, who tweeted that “Attorney-client privilege is dead!”

And White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said that the president thinks he can fire special counsel Robert Mueller, but isn’t taking that step now.

McDougal has said she carried on an affair with Trump in 2006 after the birth of his son. The Enquirer’s publisher, American Media Inc., paid McDougal $150,000 but never published her story.

AMI has said she was paid to become a fitness columnist.

The Associated Press has confirmed that agents on Monday also seized records related to a $130,000 payment made to Daniels, who says she had sex with Trump in 2006.

A furious Trump, who in the past month has escalated his attacks on Mueller’s Russia investigation, said Monday from the White House that it was a “disgrace” that the FBI “broke into” his lawyer’s office. He called Mueller’s investigation “an attack on our country,” prompting new speculation that he might seek the removal of the Justice Department’s special counsel.

On Tuesday, Sanders said Trump believes the raid on Cohen’s office went “too far,” but she also said that it’s a separate investigation from Mueller’s probe. Still, Trump “certainly believes that he has the power” to directly fire Mueller, she said, and he has been advised that he has that authority. She did not say where the advice came from.

Justice Department guidelines say only Deputy Attorney Rod Rosenstein, who appointed Mueller last May, has the authority to fire him and only for specific cause. Rosenstein has repeatedly said that he has not seen any reason to dismiss Mueller The raid was overseen by the U.S. Attorney’s office in Manhattan and was based in part on a referral from Mueller, said Cohen’s lawyer, Stephen Ryan.

“The decision by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in New York to conduct their investi-

gation using search warrants is completely inappropriate and unnecessary,” Ryan said in a statement. “It resulted in the unnecessary seizure of protected attorney client communications between a lawyer and his clients.”

The raid creates a new legal headache for Trump as he and his attorneys weigh whether to agree to an interview with Mueller’s team, which in addition to investigating potential ties between Russia and the Trump campaign is also examining whether the president’s actions constitute obstruction of justice.

And the law enforcement action will almost certainly amplify the public scrutiny on the payment to Daniels, who says she had sex with Trump in 2006. The payment was made just days before the 2016 presidential election. Trump told reporters last week that he did not know about it.

Search warrants are a fairly standard, though aggressive, law enforcement tool and are often sought in cases where authorities are concerned someone may hide or withhold evidence. To obtain one,

agents must convince a judge they have probable cause of criminal activity and they believe they’ll find evidence of wrongdoing in a search. A warrant requires high-level approval within the Justice Department, and agency guidelines impose additional hurdles when the search target is an attorney.

In this case, Mueller opted to refer the matter to federal prosecutors in Manhattan. Besides Cohen’s office, agents also searched a hotel room where he’s been staying while his home is under renovation.

Under Justice Department regulations, Mueller must consult with Rosenstein when his investigators uncover new evidence that may fall outside his original mandate. Rosenstein then will determine whether to allow Mueller to proceed or to assign the matter to another U.S. attorney or another part of the Justice Department.

A spokesman for Mueller’s office did not immediately return a call seeking comment. The U.S. attorney’s office had no comment. Monday’s raid was first reported

by The New York Times.

Ryan did not elaborate on the documents taken from Cohen’s office but said he has cooperated with investigators, including meeting last fall with lawmakers looking into Russian interference in the 2016 election.

Cohen has more recently attracted attention for his acknowledgment that he paid Daniels out of his own pocket shortly before the 2016 presidential election. Cohen has said neither the Trump Organization nor the Trump campaign was a party to the transaction with Daniels and he was not reimbursed for the payment.

Several former officials at the Federal Election Commission have said the payment appears to be a violation of campaign finance laws, and multiple Washington-based groups have filed complaints with the FEC, urging it to investigate.

There have been few signs that Mueller was interested in investigating the payment, though. One Mueller witness, former Trump aide Sam Nunberg, recently connected the special counsel with the payment, saying in an interview on MSNBC last month that prosecutors had asked him about payments to women.

Trump answered questions about Daniels for the first time last week, saying he had no knowledge of the payment made

by Cohen and he didn’t know where Cohen had gotten the money. The White House has consistently said Trump denies the affair.

Daniels has said she had sex with the president in 2006. She has been suing to invalidate the nondisclosure agreement she signed before the election and has offered to return the money she was paid in order to “set the record straight.”

Daniels argues the agreement is legally invalid because it was signed by only Daniels and Cohen, and was not signed

by Trump.

Last month, Daniels’ attorney, Michael Avenatti, sent letters to the Trump Organization demanding the business preserve all of its records relating to the $130,000 transaction.

The letter demanded they preserve all emails by Cohen that mention Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, as well as any emails and text messages related to the alleged relationship. He sent similar demand letters to two banks, City National and First Republic, asking they preserve documents connected to the transaction.

Avenatti also enclosed an email showing Cohen had used his Trump Organization email address in correspondence with a representative from First Republic. In the email, the representative said funds had been deposited in Cohen’s account.

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Nation

Facebook working with Russia probe

By Mary Clare Jalonick & Barbara Ortutay Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg disclosed Tuesday his company is “working with” special counsel Robert Mueller in the federal probe of Russian interference in the 2016 presidential campaign — and working hard to change its own operations after the harvesting of users’ private information by a Trump campaign-affiliated data-mining company.

The founder of the social media giant publicly apologized for his company’s errors in failing to better protect the personal information of its millions of users, a controversy that has brought a flood of bad publicity and sent the company’s stock value plunging. He seemed to achieve a measure of success: Facebook shares surged 4.5 percent for the day, the biggest gain in two years.

Zuckerberg told the Senate Judiciary and Commerce committees that he has not been personally interviewed by Mueller’s team, but “I know we’re working with them.” He offered no details, citing a concern about confidentiality rules of the investigation.

Earlier this year Mueller charged 13 Russian individuals and three Russian companies in a plot to interfere in the 2016 presidential election through a social media propaganda effort that included online ad purchases using U.S. aliases and politicking on U.S. soil. A number of the Russian ads were on Facebook.

During Tuesday’s at-times-contentious hearing, Zuckerberg said it had been “clearly a mistake” to believe the data-mining company Cambridge Analytica had deleted user data that it had harvested in an attempt to sway elections. He said Facebook had considered the data collection “a closed case” because it thought the information had been discarded.

Facebook also didn’t alert the Federal Trade Commission, Zuckerberg said, and he assured senators the company would handle the situation differently today.

He began a two-day congressional inquisition with a public apology for the way Facebook handled the data-mining of its users’ data. He took responsibility for failing to prevent Cambridge Analytica, which was affiliated with Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, from gathering personal information from 87 million users.

Separately, the company began alerting some of its users that their data was gathered by Cambridge Analytica. A notification that appeared on Facebook for some users Tuesday told them that “one of your friends” used Facebook to log into a now-banned personality quiz app called “This Is Your Digital Life.” The notice says the app misused the information, including public profiles, page likes, birthdays and current cities, by sharing it with Cambridge

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies before a joint hearing of the Commerce and Judiciary Committees on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, about the use of Facebook data to target American voters in the 2016 election. Photo, Alex Brandon/AP Analytica.

Zuckerberg had apologized many times already, to users and the public, but this was the first time before Congress. He also is to testify Wednesday before the House Energy and Commerce Committee.

Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., the Commerce Committee chairman, told Zuckerberg his company had a 14-year history of apologizing for “ill-advised decisions” related to user privacy. “How is today’s apology different?” Thune asked.

“We have made a lot of mistakes in running the company,” Zuckerberg responded. “I think it’s pretty much impossible, I believe, to start a company in your dorm room and then grow it to be at the scale that we’re at now without making some mistakes.”

Zuckerberg said Facebook is going through “a broader philosophical shift in how we approach our responsibility as a company.” He said the company needs to take a “more proactive role” that includes ensuring the tools it creates are used in “good and healthy” ways.

Sen. Or r i n Hatch, R-Ut a h, sa id Zuckerberg’s appearance marked the most intense hearing for a tech company since entrepreneur and businessman Bill Gates testified before Congress in March 1998.

In the hearings, Zuckerberg is trying to

both restore public trust in his company and stave off federal regulations that some lawmakers have floated. In his opening statement, he also apologized for his company’s involvement in facilitating fake news and Russian interference in the elections.

Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson of Florida said he believes Zuckerberg was taking the congressional hearings seriously “because he knows there is going to be a hard look at regulation.”

Democrats like Nelson have argued that federal laws might be necessary to ensure user privacy. Republicans have yet to get behind any such legislation, but that could change.

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., asked Zuckerberg if he would be willing to work with lawmakers to examine what “regulations you think are necessary in your industry.”

Zuckerman responded, “Absolutely.”

And Texas Sen. John Cornyn, a member of the Judiciary panel and the No. 2 Republican in the Senate, appeared open to regulation in a speech ahead of the hearing. Cornyn said apologies are “not enough” and suggested legislation could eventually be needed to give consumers more control over their data privacy.

“This is a serious matter, and I think

people expect us to take action,” Cornyn told reporters after his speech.

At the hearing, Zuckerberg said, “We didn’t take a broad enough view of our responsibility, and that was a big mistake.

It was my mistake, and I’m sorry. I started Facebook, I run it, and I’m responsible for what happens here.”

After resisting previous calls to testify, Zuckerberg agreed to come to Capitol Hill this month after reports surfaced — and the company confirmed — that Cambridge Analytica had gathered Facebook users’ data. Zuckerberg said his company has a responsibility to make sure that doesn’t happen again.

He acknowledged that the company was too slow to respond to Russian election interference and said it was “working hard to get better.” The company has said that as many as 146 million people may have received information from a Russian agency that’s accused of orchestrating much of the cyber meddling in the election.

He outlined steps the company has taken to restrict outsiders’ access to people’s personal information. He also said the company is investigating every app that had access to a large amount of information before the company moved to prevent such access in 2014 — actions that came too late in the Cambridge Analytica case.

April 11, 2018. The Rock River Times.

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Energy & Environment

Using less energy yet living well

By Drs. Robert & Sonia Vogl Contributors

In this era of apparent energy surplus, little attention is paid to how much energy is expended to secure new energy supplies. Our economic system is based on money and simply ignores the environmental and social costs of its use.

Conventional energy supplies peaked in 2005. We then turned to energy sources which are more polluting and require more energy to secure. While a substantial supply of fossil fuels still exists, Nate Hagens and others believe we cannot afford to burn them.

Studies have established that the world’s leading industries would no longer be profitable if they paid for the environmental damage they cause. While some have modified their operations, they fall far short of what is needed to maintain the health of the planet.

Rather than developing a plan to

quickly transition out of coal, oil and natural gas our national political leaders are supporting plans to increase their consumption to support continued economic growth. Such growth is appealing but Hagens reminds us that since 2006 our economy has grown at a rate of 1.5 percent per year, but 95 percent of our population failed to benefit economically from that growth.

Since the 1970s, economic growth has been based on increasing the national debt to offset the decline in the amount of energy gained from expending energy to secure more energy. The energy returned on energy invested in securing it continues to fall. The conversion of corn into ethanol illustrates the problem as energy used to produce ethanol provides little, if any, increase in energy. It shifts food energy into fuel energy.

The recent growth in energy supplies is based on the federal government’s

authorizing banks to print more money and charge extremely low interest rates which helped finance fracking for oil and natural gas. Another subsidy to the fracking industry was exempting it from air and water pollution regulations.

Given the role of fossil fuels in climate change, increased use of them is increasing the economic costs of damages caused by intensified storms, hurricanes, floods and rising sea levels. Some coastal cities have filed lawsuits against the big oil companies seeking funds from them to help pay for construction projects needed to limit the damage.

The last five decades of economic growth has concentrated wealth, accelerated climate change and environmental deterioration and led to a dramatic increase in debt. Hagens believes these factors point to a shrinking economy which necessitates asking ourselves and others what we want out of life.

It is that very question that he must have asked of himself as he left a successful and lucrative career on Wall Street to secure a PhD in Natural Resources from the University of Vermont. He now teaches at the University of Minnesota concentrating on young minds informing them on what lies ahead and the opportunities and challenges involved.

He sees value in renewable energy sources and lowered levels of consumption but doubts we as a society will move on them quickly enough to offset the impacts of climate change. But such actions can be taken now by individuals and groups of citizens aware of the challenge.

Passage of the Future Energy Jobs Act creates substantial incentives for Illinois citizens to reap the benefits of efficiency and renewable energy. R.

Farm & Ag

China ready and willing for ag trade war

By Dave Dickey

Investigate Midwest

U.S. grain and oilseed farmers, specialty crop growers and pork producers are hoping that China and U.S. leadership pull back their reins on the potential for a full blown trade war that could cripple U.S. gross domestic product.

The POTUS initiated the hostilities in the name of national security by imposing tariffs of 25 percent on Chinese steel and 10 percent on Chinese aluminum.

But the tariffs have apparently opened Pandora’s Box, sparking a flurry of Chinese retaliatory tariffs on a wide range of U.S. agricultural products.

Beijing raised tariffs on pork, aluminum scrap and some other products by 25 percent and 15 percent tariffs have been imposed on U.S. apples and almonds.

It’s a little surprising that China targeted U.S. pork. Yes, the Chinese produce about half the world’s pork supply, mostly in rural backyard operations.

But with more of its population

moving into urban centers, China is in the process of moving toward large scale animal operations and has become the world’s largest importer of pork while building the needed infrastructure. It’s a five-year plan.

So China’s strategy on U.S. pork is unclear. The Chinese tariffs will ironically also hurt U.S. based Smithfield Foods, which is owned by China’s WH Group.

Unfortunately for U.S. pork producers, it’s more likely the trade war is quickly escalating.

The POTUS and the Office of the Trade Representative Tuesday doubled down on the steel/aluminum tariff threat, targeting roughly 1,300 Chinese medical, transport and industrial technology products to send a message to Beijing – stop stealing U.S. intellectual property.

China’s response was swift and brutal to U.S. agricultural interests, today announcing 25 percent tariffs on U.S. soybeans, as well as cars and airplanes.

In total, the latest Chinese tariffs will

cover 106 categories and are worth – are you paying attention America – $50 billion dollars.

No one knows where all this is going, and if they say they do take it with a huge grain of salt.

At this point the U.S. is slow rolling its tariff threat.

The Office of the United States Trade Representative will publish the proposed punitive tariffs in the Federal Register and open a 30-day public comment period. The federal office also says it will give China a 60-day window before the tariffs take effect.

I expect there will be serious dialog over the next two months, but if talks go poorly, as it stands right now, American agriculture will be a huge loser.

China imported some $12.3 billion worth of U.S. soybeans last year.

In the short term, China will try to turn to Brazil’s massive bin busting soybean crop to fill the gap. The March World Supply and Demand Estimates put Brazil’s soy at 113 million tons.

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However complicating China’s soybean supply line is a severe drought in Argentina; the nation has less than 7 million tons of soybeans to export – its smallest total in a decade.

China could also draw soybeans from the government’s emergency strategic reserves.

Would this be effective? Only China knows for sure as it does not publish how many tons are in it.

China could also attempt to change the mix of ingredients that go into feed. But that may be easier said than done.

Adding more dried distillers grain is a possibility, but China already has stiff tariffs in place on DDGs. Ultimately the threat against U.S. pork and soybeans is an attempt to hurt the POTUS by inflicting pain on the base that got him elected.

Buckle in.

The next 60 days will be crucial to U.S. ag interests.

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Gone to the dogs

By Paula Hendrickson

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hen I was little, I was afraid of dogs. Mostly because every time we were at my aunt and uncle’s house their dogs—a small, older black dog named Kim and a Weimaraner named Angel—always seemed to chase me.

I was too young then to realize they thought running from them and shrieking made them think I was playing.

That’s probably why when my parents decided our family was ready for a puppy, no one told me.

I remember my brother and sister being really excited for Dad to return from wherever it was he had gone. When he walked in with a cute little puppy I was wary, but by the next day I liked dogs. By then the vet had diagnosed

the pup with distemper, and told us not to get too attached, but we did. That beagle-terrier mix, Sarg, turned out to have a mean streak, so we had to be cautious around him, but I still loved that little scrapper. He lived to the ripe old age of 16. Perhaps the best part of Sarg’s legacy is that in comparison, most of our other dogs have been easier to handle.

All of our dogs have been mixed mutts adopted from Animal Services or rescue groups, so I never paid much attention to the American Kennel Club (AKC) over the years. I thought it was for breed snobs.

That changed when I took my current mix of a mutt, Sadie, to dog training classes. She easily passed her S.T.A.R. Puppy evaluation, but struggled a bit with her beginning obedience class because she kept trying to jump and kiss her teachers when she was supposed to sit

and stay. We took that class twice, then enrolled in the intermediate obedience class—taught by one of my cousins—that prepared her for her AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) evaluation. Sadie passed on her first try.

Through those classes I learned the AKC isn’t just about purebred dogs and breed standards. Once Sadie earned her CGC, I registered her with the AKC as an “All American Breed,” and with AKC Reunite, which is a service that helps reunite lost pets with their families.

This week, the AKC added something new to its offerings: AKC.TV, a 24/7 Overthe-Top network. (Think of an Over-thetop network as a TV channel you don’t need a TV or cable system to watch.) It’s digital, so and you can watch it on your computer, tablet, smart phone, or on a TV with an AppleTV or Roku device. Look

for it to expand to Amazon Fire TV and Google Chromecast in coming months.

“The AKC has leveraged more than 130 years of expertise in dogs to create a platform that works for today’s audience,” says Gina DiNardo, executive secretary of the AKC. “We wanted to create a channel that gives viewers a positive experience, introduces dog lovers to the world of the AKC, and celebrates our love for dogs everywhere.”

Not only does programming playing around the clock, you can research different breeds, learn more about canine nutrition, health, and training, or watch original AKC.TV series on demand. It’s a treasure trove of doc-centric information any dog lover can appreciate.

Sadie gives it two paws up. R.

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A&E Happenings Music & Arts

Ongoing Open Stage at Mandalay Lounge - Monday-Sunday beginning at 5 p.m. 200 North Church Street.

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Bruce L. Warden - For listening & dining every Friday and Saturday 5-9 p.m. at Hoffman House, 7550 E. State St. Rockford Christian Fellowship - RCF performs locally and rehearses Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at First Covenant Church, 316 Wood Road. The band welcomes additional participants (high school age through retired). See our website for more info rcfband.com. Contact Director, Brian Waterson, 815/797-2320, rcfband@gmail.com Friday Backroads Trio - 5-7:30 p.m. at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free admission.

Trinadora Duo - Performing at Gene’s Place, 4412 Manchester Dr. 6-9 p.m.

Saturday Al Buisker - 5-7:30 p.m. at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free admission.

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Trinadora Duo - Performing at Rock-A-Bago Hall, 4303 W. State St. from 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

Saturday, April 21 Trinadora Duo - Performing at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. 5-7:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 22 Earth Day Benefit Concert - Last Acre, Strum Brothers, Denny Diamond, Mark Dvorak, Emily Hurd, Eric Lambert, Chip Messiner, and Trinadora will donate their time to create a unique charity concert honoring Earth Day and the memory of beloved musician and environmentalist Pete

Seeger. There is no admission charge; a freewill offering will be taken, and the proceeds will help pay for performance licenses required for the acclaimed Rockford Listening Room Friday Concert Series at JustGoods. Acoustics in the intimate concert room are excellent, but seating is limited, so please arrive early; doors open at 6 p.m., concert begins at 7. Additional information is available at (815) 965-8903 or rockfordlisteningroom@gmail.com or www. rockfordlisteningroom.com. JustGoods, a not-for-profit fair trade store located at 201 7th Street in Historic Midtown District of Rockford, Illinois hosts the concerts as part of its mission to serve the community. Learn more about JustGoods at www.justgoods.com.

Friday, April 27 Trinadora Duo - Performing at Moose Lodge, 575 Beloit Rd., in Belvidere. 7-10 p.m. $8 admission for non-members.

Saturday, April 28 Trinadora Duo - Performing at Freedom Through the Word Church, 2115 S. Alpine Rd. 7-9 p.m.

Friday, May 11 The Chocolate Soldier - Rockford Operetta Party presents “The Chocolate Soldier” by Oscar Straus. 7:30 p.m. at 406 N. Main Street. Admission is $10 per person. Handicap accessible. No advance tickets required. www.rockfordoperettaparty.synthasite.com/

Community

Friday Senior Spring Fair - Hosted by the Village of Machesney Park & Oak Street Health. Come learn about many of the resources available to our Seniors in our Community. From ComEd Smart Meters to Medicare Info and more. Free admission, give-a-ways! 1-3 p.m. at the former JC Penney store at Machesney Mall, 8750 N. 2nd St. in Machesney Park. For questions or further details call 844-808-8262.

Saturday Friends of RPL Host Spring Used Book Sale - Stock up for cheap! All books just 25 cents each! The Friends of Rockford Public Library will host its Spring Used Book Sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Hart Interim Library, 214 N. Church St. The Spring Sale will include new and gently-used fiction, non-fiction hardcover and paperbacks books, and many children’s books. Shoppers can stock up for spring reading at a bargain price. All books will be sold for $0.25 per item, including audio books. Money raised from the sale will go toward purchasing special equipment and materials that support Rockford Public Library’s programs and services. For more information, please call the Friends at 815-966-2721or email: friendsofrpl@gmail.com.

Tuesday, April 17 Archaeological Institute of America presentation The Rockford Society, Archaeological Institute of America, invites the public to its next free and fascinating multi-media presentation on archaeology. Presentation takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N. Main St. The topic will be ‘Archaeological Encounters with Himalayan Vampires: Tales from the High

Himalayas’ and the guest speaker will be Dr. Mark Aldenderfer, University of California. Please join us as we explore the caves with Dr. Aldenderfer and learn about some of the creatures that haunt the peoples of the High Himalayas. The public is invited to a free reception held immediately following each presentation.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: The Impact of Property Taxes on Our Public Schools - Last year, Illinois adopted a new school funding formula which is designed to eliminate the disparity between wealthy and poor school districts. The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford is sponsoring a panel discussion on the impact of local property taxes on school budgets. Speakers will be Josh Aurand, Assistant Superintendent of Harlem School District and Ben Boer, Deputy Director of Advance Illinois, which is a statewide education analysis and advocacy organization.

Jean Harezlak, former Superintendent of the Rockton School District, will moderate. The event is free and open to the public. Event takes place from 6-8 p.m. at North Suburban Library, 6340 N. 2nd St., in Loves Park. There is no cost to attend.

For more information about League programs and membership, visit lwvgr.org.

Saturday, April 21 Future Nurses Academy - From checking X-Rays to taking blood pressure, kids of all ages can experience what it’s like to be a nurse from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Discovery Center Museum, 711 N. Main St., for the event Future Nurses Academy.

Learn how to check X-Rays, take blood pressure, and make the rounds on this day of medical fun.

Talk to students from the OSF Saint Anthony College of Nursing and get your hands on actual equipment as you explore a career in nursing.

Kids use a working stethoscope; learn about cold viruses and make their own mucus, and check pupils, reflexes and vital signs. Children will also look for lurking sugars and test their hand washing skills as they look at germs using an ultraviolet dye. Those who finish their nursing schedule will “graduate” and receive a nursing pin from actually faculty from the nursing program.

All activities are included with Discovery Center admission. General admission to the Museum is: $8 adults, $8 children (ages 2 to 17) and free to Museum members and children age 1 and younger. Future Nurses Academy is sponsored by the OSF Saint Anthony College of Nursing.

Sunday, April 22 Rock for the Center Family Festival - The Barbara Olson Center of Hope brings back the Rock for the Center Family Festival from noon-4 p.m. at the Tebala Event Center, 7910 Newburg Road. This is an ability-friendly event and is wheelchair accessible. The family-friendly event features kid’s games, family activities, face-painting, raffles, prizes, music, and dancing. Kids are invited to come in super-hero costumes! Musical entertainment will be provided by RIDERS Full Throttle, as well as the song-stylings of Ms. Chloe Alexander. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Cost is $5 per person at the door. Children under 13 will receive four game tickets with their admission. For information visit the Barbara Olson Center of Hope’s Facebook page, or www.b-olsoncenterofhope.org All proceeds go to support the Center of Hope programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Friday, April 27 Arbor Dash 5K - Do you love trees and love to run?

Then lace up your sneakers and come to Klehm on Arbor Day for the 4th running of the ARBOR DASH, a 5K family fun run through the woods and gardens of our 155-acre property. Get your exercise and help support Klehm Arboretum at the same time. This (unofficially) timed events is open to all ages. Participants will receive an Arbor Dash T-shirt and tree seedling, while supplies last. Register early. Free admission for spectators. Your registration fee will help Klehm continue to fulfill our mission to maintain a living museum for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of all people. Fees: $25 /Runner; $20 Klehm Members. Klehm Family Memberships will be awarded to the top male and female finisher. Other prizes will be awarded from a bib number raffle. Rain or Shine! Register at klehm. org/arbor-dash-5k. Takes place at 6:30 p.m. at Klehm Arboretum, 2715 S. Main St. Sunday, April 29 Medical Cannabis Sign Up Event - Subject for the event will be, “Do I need a doctor to sign up for medical cannabis?” 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Courtyard

by Marriott, 7676 E. State St. Wednesday, May 2 Take Charge of Your Diabetes, Live Well, Be Well Workshop - Do you suffer from diabetes or care for someone who does? If so, Join us for a FREE Take Charge of Your Diabetes Workshop.

First session starts Wednesday, May 2 at 1 p.m. at Court St. Methodist Church, 215 N. Court St. Receive a FREE book, raffles, healthy snacks and completion certificate for attending. Open to the public. Call Ashlee Dearman from the Northwestern IL Area Agency on Aging now to secure your spot! 779-221-3722.

Saturday, May 5 Cinco de Genoa - “Cinco de Genoa”, will take place on from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Several businesses and organizations along route 23 will be taking part in this festivity throughout the day. The neighborhood “block” party type celebration, will take place in the parking lots from Tobinson’s Ace Hardware to River’s Mexican Cantina. Activities throughout the day will include; multiple performances by Ballet Folklórico Rayitos del Sol, wagon rides, face painting, artisan booths, music, inflatables, outdoor exhibits, food and much more. Every hour we will be breaking a Piñata filled with great prizes for kids and adults! Call the chamber for more information at 815-784-2212.

Saturday, May 12 12th Pearl & Diamond High Tea - Celebration of the relationships between mother & daughter, sister & sister, and friend & friend. 11:30 a.m. at Giovanni’s Restaurant, 510 N. Bell School Rd. Hosted by comedian Deon Freeman, High Tea Speaker Andrea Cossey, and music by DJ Rated AG. Submit nominations for Mother of the Year and Daughter of the Year finalists to moy2018@yahoo.com and doy2018@yahoo. com. Nominations must be submitted by April 7.

For more information about the Mother/Daughter High Tea tickets or the Mother/Daughter of the Year contact: Jeanine Hayes - 815-980-5644 or Brenda Washington - 815-394-9808.

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Spring ArtScene

Astronomy Day

WHEN Friday, April 13 (5 - 9 p.m.) Saturday, April 14 (4 - 9 p.m.)

WHEN Saturday, April 14 (11 a.m. - 3 p.m.)

WHERE Discovery Center Museum

WHERE Various locations The Rockford Area Arts Council’s 16th annual Spring ArtScene showcases original works of art at various locations across the Rockford region. Admission is free and it’s a great opportunity to purchase artwork! Enjoy new exhibits and original works of art in varied media of watercolor, acrylic, wood, sculpture, pottery, furniture, jewelry, photography and multi-media.

Enjoy the wonder and beauty of the night sky, investigate planets, moon, and sun, and get inspired to learn more during a free planetarium show. Monkey around with gravity, put the solar system in your pocket, navigate constellations and more!

The price of attending Astronomy Day is included with Discovery Center Museum admission.

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Willie Nelson & Family

Rockford Wind Ensemble Concert

WHEN Saturday, April 14 (8 p.m.)

WHEN Sunday, April 15 (3 - 5 p.m.)

WHERE Coronado Performing Arts Center

WHERE Nordlof Center

With a six-decade career and 200 Rockford Wind Ensemble performs plus albums, this iconic Texan is the a series of family-friendly concerts creative genius behind the historic from October to April each year. All recordings of Crazy, Red Headed of the seats at the Stranger, and Stardust. Willie Nelson Nordlof Center are has earned every conceivable award great seats for the as a musician and continues to concert! thrive as a relevant and progressive musical and cultural Learn more about Rockford and how it is the force. perfect getaway! Request your GoRockford guide at gorockford.com/guide.

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Death Notices Joseph Morrissey 88 Rockford 4/2/2018 Marion Patton 76 Rockford 4/2/2018 Jordan Miller 34 Rockford 4/2/2018 Joseph Bisbee 88 Rockford 4/3/2018 Salvador Sciortino 94 Rockford 4/3/2018 Mary Blunt 95 Rockford 4/3/2018 Marlin Hirschuber 52 Rockford 4/3/2018 Mabel Louthain 82 Rockford 4/3/2018 John Kostka 90 Rockford 4/3/2018 Norma Gosa 76 Rockford 4/4/2018 Betty Childs 56 Rockford 4/4/2018 Timothy Swenhaugen 56 Rockford 4/4/2018 Jacob Sims 28 Rockford 4/5/2018 Raymond Wawczak 88 Rockford 4/5/2018 Donald Gustafson 81 Rockford 4/5/2018 Nancy Johnson 70 Rockford 4/5/2018 Mildred Kirkpatrick 102 Rockford 4/5/2018 Carol Stavlund 71 Rockford 4/5/2018 Perry Stiles 55 Rockford 4/5/2018 Jennifer Razim-Mallo 45 Winnebago 4/5/2018 Roberta Sterrenberg 90 Rockford 4/5/2018 Arlene Litwiller 86 Rockford 4/5/2018 Wilbur Dempsey 97 Rockford 4/5/2018 Robert Swenson 90 Rockford 4/5/2018 Nancy Conner 77 Rockford 4/5/2018 Donald Schultz 86 Rockford 4/5/2018 Claudette Grenert 72 Rockford 4/5/2018 Manuel Almonaci 66 Rockford 4/5/2018 Frances Chaudoin 91 Machesney Park 4/5/2018 Wendell Linde 48 Loves Park 4/6/2018 John Widergren 89 Rockford 4/6/2018 Aurora Mata 90 Rockford 4/6/2018 Riley Quinn 74 Rockford 4/6/2018 Jacqueline Dicaro 74 Rockford 4/6/2018 Galvester Williams 89 Loves Park 4/6/2018 Jackie Struse 87 Rockford 4/6/2018 Lois Johnson 83 Rockford 4/6/2018 Lorraine Peterson 94 Rockford 4/6/2018 Truman Williams 69 Rockford 4/6/2018 Elsie Carlson 83 Rockford 4/6/2018 Elise Dotson 89 Rockford 4/6/2018 Marissa Alvarado 19 Rockford 4/7/2018 Bouahong Bounleutay 88 Rockford 4/7/2018 Harriet Maurer 86 Rockford 4/7/2018 Ivadelle Story 72 Rockford 4/7/2018 Robert Larkins 55 Rockford 4/7/2018 Wanda Frazier 76 Rockford 4/7/2018 Barbara Conroy 81 Rockford 4/7/2018 Kay Richter 70 Rockford 4/7/2018 James Smith 73 Machesney Park 4/7/2018 Cynthia Depoutee 60 Rockford 4/7/2018 Donald Rubendall 85 Rockford 4/7/2018 John Gates 83 Rockford 4/7/2018 Janet Woods 80 Roscoe 4/7/2018 Elliott Miller 86 Rockford 4/7/2018 Janice Forkner 82 Rockford 4/8/2018 Mary Lou Finch 89 Rockford 4/8/2018 Randy Garetson 52 Rockford 4/8/2018 Alice Simon 86 Rockford 4/8/2018 Sandra Colwill 79 Rockford 4/8/2018 Virginia Slocum 91 Rockford 4/9/2018 Neva Chism 91 Rockford 4/9/2018 Donnie Lamb 73 Rockford 4/9/2018 Fern Gregory 100 Rockford 4/9/2018 Death notices are provided by the Winnebago County Coroner’s office.

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES

Your Health

Week of April 1 to 7, 2018

Death rates falling, but health gains bypassing some states Reuters Health

Even as U.S. death rates decline, wide variation in life expectancy persists at the state level, a new study shows.

The state-by-state differences are due in large part to problems people can control, like how much they eat, drink, smoke, and exercise, researchers say.

Overall, death rates in the U.S. declined to 578 fatalities for every 100,000 people in 2016, from 745 per 100,000 in 1990, researchers report in JAMA. Much of this progress is happening because death rates are generally improving for children and teens as well as for Americans over age 55.

But among young and middle age adults — people from 20 to 55 — death rates have been going up for years in many states even as they fall in others.

More than six years now separate the state with the shortest life expectancy — Mississippi — from Hawaii, with the longest life expectancy at 81.3 years, the study found.

“Our analysis of those states confirms that an important part of the difference is related to the levels of the major risk factors: tobacco, overweight and obesity, diet, and alcohol and drug use,” said senior study author Dr. Christopher Murray, director of the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington in Seattle.

Many of these risk factors contribute to death, illness and disability related to common chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers.

During the study period, mortality rates for adults between the ages of 20 and 55 declined in 31 states and Washington, D.C., but increased more than 10 percent in five states.

Nationwide and in several states, risk factors like obesity, high blood sugar and drug use are getting worse, Murray said by email. While smoking has been on the decline, improvements vary widely from one state to the next, with smoking rates

Horoscope Week of April 8 to 14, 2018

ARIES

ARIES

TAURUS

TAURUS

If you really want to finance that project, all it’ll take is a trip to the bank to put you at the heart of the action. On the romantic front, expect your relationship to take an affectionate turn.

By Lisa Rapaport

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:

TAURUS, GEMINI AND CANCER

To surround yourself with harmony, you’ll need to make but someonly comprodropping 61 percent in California mises. At work, you may be tasked 20 percent in Kentucky. with organizing an event that will All of these things are possible change, bring together ato large group of Murray noted. people.

“The leading risk factors — tobacco, GEMINI diet, alcohol overweight and obesity, At work, you’ll have a lot of clients and drug use — are highly to to serve, and amenable some will be harder to satisfy than by others.

Luckily, you individual action supported effective have asaid. knack for making miracles primary care,” Murray in seemingly impossible situations.

Heart disease and lung cancer were the leading causes of years of life lost in both CANCER you’re found. single, your popularity is 1990 and 2016, the Ifstudy about to skyrocket, you may At the start of the study, motor and vehicle even experience love at first sight. injuries were the third leading cause of Take things slow — you’dlost be wise years of life. By the end, to getchronic to know theobstructive person thoroughly any grand romanpulmonary diseasebefore tookmaking third place. gesture. at risk factors Researchers alsoticlooked for “disability adjusted LEO life years” (DALYs), or the number of years lost to poor health, You may finally find a buyer for your house. Ifdeath. you’ve lived there for many disability or premature years, you may feeldrug overcome Smoking, obesity, alcohol and use by feelings of nostalgia, or even of were among the leading regret. risk factors for a shortened lifespan or living longer with VIRGO illness and disability, the study found.

You have what it takes to become a By the end of thepublic study, opioids were the figure.

Your voice, your ideas seventh leading cause of years lost to the poor and your opinions have power to bring together large numbers health, disability and premature death, up of people. You’ll be listened to with from 11th place in 1990. great interest.

The study wasn’t a controlled experiment designed to LIBRA prove whether or how financial situationstodon’t any individual riskComplicated factors contributed exactly go hand in hand with roillness, disability or premature death. mance. Make affection a priority Still, it adds to a large and growing in your relationship, evenbody if you’re of evidence highlighting a wide chasm by feeling somewhat preoccupied otherthe matters. between states with healthiest residents and states with the highest rates of SCORPIO disease and disability.

You’ll start the week off with a desire “The national burden of modifiable to conquer the world. Don’trisk let your detractors makehigh,” you lose your cool. factors is still unacceptably said Dr. Howard Koh of the Harvard T.H. Chan SAGITTARIUS School of Public Health in Boston.

You’ll need to take a step back and re-evaluate your professional “In the midst of so much suffering,life.

Your health preoccupations will lead prevention as a major health strategy you to a lifestyle that will greatly remains overlooked and underapprecireduce your stress. You’re on the ated,” Koh, authorright of track an for accompanying a new beginning. editorial, said by email. “Too many people CAPRICORN are not reaching their full potential for Your social life will be most active health.” this week. Expect to be constantly surrounded by people as you attend the many events you’re invited to.

Have fun, but try not to put too much of a strain on your pocketbook.

AQUARIUS

You’ll receive divine inspiration for your life’s next big project. Make the right decisions now, and you’ll be roundly rewarded come retirement time. Remember: the future is built one day at a time.

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PISCES

You might spontaneously pack your bags and set out on a trip with friends.

If your travels wind up more complicated than expected, especially when it comes to communicating with your group, don’t sweat it. Let go, and enjoy the ride.

You’ll definitely be surrounded by lots of people this week. Your friends will invite you to all sorts of goingson, each more action-packed than the last. Someone might try to get you to lose your cool.

Whether at work or at home, expect to have a lot of responsibilities end up on your shoulders this week.

You’ll need to rethink your priorities and stop procrastinating if you want to get everything done.

GEMINI

You may find yourself spontaneously planning a magnificent voyage. You’ll get in touch with your spiritual side, and this will put you on the path to greater well-being.

CANCER

You’ll go through the whole gamut of emotions this week. Your family and friends will be there to help you navigate a complicated situation on the home front. Things should clear up quickly.

LEO

It’s always easier to get along with people with whom you aren’t involved emotionally. You may need to go a bit heavier on the discipline with your kids, who know exactly how to push your buttons.

VIRGO

You’ll have a lot of little details to straighten out. At work, there’s a significant promotion waiting for you just around the corner, but you’ll need to work on your negotiation skills to get the most out of what you’re offered.

LIBRA

If you’re single, expect love to come knocking at your door. It may even be an old friend. On the financial front, a considerable amount of cold hard cash will fall out of the sky.

SCORPIO

Your plans to move out of your current area will start to take shape.

You’ll put the needs of your family before your own, even if your schedule for the next few days is already jam-packed.

SAGITTARIUS

You’ll feel compelled to treat yourself to a new car. Be reasonable: you wouldn’t want to put too much of a strain on your finances. Give yourself a few days to think about it, and the urge may disappear on its own.

CAPRICORN

You’ll be feeling unusually emotional this week. To restore harmony in your relationship, dedicate some time to a heart-to-heart conversation. This will help you get to know each other better.

AQUARIUS

You’re overflowing with vitality and feel ready to tackle all kinds of problems. Various situations have had you considerably worried for a while, and you’ll be happy to put them behind you.

PISCES

You’ll be more and more worried about a minor health problem. By taking the situation seriously, you’ll succeed in obtaining all the care you need, and you should be feeling better in no time.

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Crossword & Sudoku Across 1. Throb 5. “____ So Lovely” 9. Cranberry location 12. Lunchtime 13. List of restaurant dishes 14. Poison ____ 15. Sightseeing trip 16. Historical epochs 17. On the ____ 18. Spread out awkwardly 20. Ices 22. Jelly 24. Wall-covering hanger 27. Ship’s underside 31. Hurricane center 32. Modifies copy 35. Fearful wonder 36. Hiker’s abode 38. Clipped, as sheep 40. Volunteered 43. Loud uproar 46. Disables 50. Paddle’s cousin 51. Steals 53. Soil enricher 54. Lip 55. Taunt 56. Control 57. Remove moisture 58. Purposes 59. Close forcefully Down 1. Morsels for aardvarks 2. Chicken’s house 3. Clock division 4. Infuriate 5. Sniffed 6. Female pronoun 7. Make into law 8. Fish delicacy 9. Fashion designer Blass 10. Arena shape 11. Workout places 19. Had being 21. Printer’s fluid 23. Soar 24. Animal companion

Wednesday, May 30 “Diamonds, Denim and Stars” | 6 - 9 p.m. @ Coronado Theatre

Friday, June 1 Rockford Peaches Day at Rockford City Market (FREE) | 3:30 - 8:30 p.m. @ Rockford City Market Rockford Peaches Day on State (FREE) | 3:30 - 8:30 p.m. @ Downtown Rockford “A League of Their Own” at Friday Night Flix (FREE) | Dusk - 9:30 p.m. @ Davis Park

Saturday, June 2 “Baseball in the STEAM Zone” Family Day (FREE) | 9 a.m. - Noon @ Beyer Stadium Opening Ceremony and Exhibition Game (FREE) | 1 - 5 p.m. @ Beyer Stadium

Sunday, June 3 Home Run Derby and Closing Ceremony | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. @ Beyer Stadium A Benefit for the International Women’s Baseball Center in partnership with the Friends of Beyer Stadium internationalwomensbaseballcenter.org

25. Sailor’s response 26. Author 28. Jug handle 29. Cote member 30. Commanded 33. Shoves 34. Glimpsed 37. Cruise of “Mission:

Impossible” 39. Modifies 41. Specialty 42. Displeased expression 43. Rope 44. Lion’s cave 45. Land force

47. True 48. Doll’s cry 49. Plant stalk 52. Auction offer

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WINNEBAGO COUNTY, TRUSTEE

PUBLIC AUCTION SALE WHAT:

SURPLUS REAL ESTATE — Land, Lots & Buildings

WHO: WINNEBAGO COUNTY DELINQUENT TAX AGENT WHEN: 6:00 P.M. WEDNESDAY APRIL 25, 2018 WHERE:WINNEBAGO COUNTY COURTHOUSE COUNTY BOARD ROOM– 8TH FLOOR SALE CATALOGS:

AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT WINNEBAGO COUNTY TREASURER’S OFFICE,WINNEBAGO COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING– ROCKFORD

FURTHER INFORMATION:WINNEBAGO COUNTY DELINQUENT TAX AGENT POST OFFICE BOX 1452 DECATUR, ILLINOIS 62525 PHONE: (217) 429-5050

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pliance items properly completed Avenue, South Beloit, Illinois.

C. The legal description of the will not be read and will not be considered. All Contracts for the property is: Lot Fifty-four (54) as Construction of Public Works are n n n designated upon the Plat subject to the Illinois Prevailing INVITATION TO BID of Clark’s Addition to South Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

POLICE DEPARTMENT Beloit, the Plat of which is The City of Rockford reserves UNIFORM AND SHOES recorded in Book 8 of Plats the right to accept or reject any BID NO.: 418-P-030 on page 26 in the Recordand all proposals and to waive Bids will be received until er’s Office of Winnebago 11:00 a.m., local time, on Friday, technicalities.

County, Illinois; situated in 8821R TRRT 4/11 April 27, 2018 at the office of the the County of Winnebago, Central Services Manager, City Hall State of Illinois.

Building, 425 East State Street, P.I.N.: 04-05-352-022 Public Notices 4th floor, Rockford, Illinois 61104.

D. A description of the improveAt that time and place all bids n n n ments on the real estate is: none. received will be publicly opened ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE E. The time and place of sale and read aloud.

OF INTENTION is: Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at Bids will be accepted until STATE OF ILLINOIS, 11:00 o’clock A.M. in the lobby the specified opening time and COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO of the Winnebago County Justice date. Any bidder attempting to This is to certify that the unCenter, 650 West State Street, deliver after the opening time dersigned intend to conduct and Rockford, Illinois. and date will be refused.

F. The terms of the sale are: to Bid documents may be ob- transact a Barbershop business tained at the office of the Central in said County and State under the highest and best bidder with the name of Leo’s Loc’s, Styles & cash or certified check in full at time Services Manager, at City Hall, 4th floor, 425 E. State Street, Rockford, Cuts at the following post office of sale. Property is conveyed in “AS IL, 61104, or at https://rockfordil. addresses: 3217 North Main St., IS” condition. Sale subject to court gov/city-departments/finance/ Rockford, IL 61103; that the true approval; buyer will be entitled to central-services/purchasing Bids and real full names of all persons possession of property 30 days must be enclosed in a sealed en- owning, conducting or transacting after confirmation of sale by court.

G. Title will be conveyed velope and marked with the name such business are as follows: subject to all general real estate of the bid, and the bid number. Gregory E. Hanserd SIGNED: Gregory E. Hanserd taxes which are a lien upon the real Each bidder shall submit with 3/26/18 estate, but have not yet become his bid the information specified in Subscribed and sworn (or due and payable, and special the bid documents for compliance with the laws of the State of Illinois affirmed to) before me, this 26th assessment, if any, and easements and restrictions of record. on Fair Employment Practices day of March, A.D. 2018. and with the City of Rockford’s Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Dated at Rockford, Illinois, this 27th day of March, 2018.

Ordinance on Equal Employment Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8766R TRRT 4/11 GARY CARUANA, and Business Opportunity. Any n n n SHERIFF OF WINNEBAGO bid which fails to include the comSTATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY pliance items properly completed will not be read and will not be IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE PREPARED BY: 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DOUGLAS R. HENRY considered. All Contracts for the COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, Construction of Public Works are CITY OF SOUTH BELOIT, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP subject to the Illinois Prevailing an Illinois municipal corporation, 6833 Stalter Drive Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

Plaintiff Rockford, IL 61108 The City of Rockford reserves vs.

(815) 962-6611 the right to accept or reject any J & C REAL ESTATE, 8825R TRRT 4/25 and all proposals and to waive a now dissolved Illinois limited n n n technicalities. liability company; ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE 8820R TRRT 4/11 JACK L. AKERS, a/k/a OF INTENTION n n n JACK AKERS; STATE OF ILLINOIS, NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO REGIONAL OFFICE OF L.L.C., as Agent of BMO Harris This is to certify that the unEDUCATION #4 Bank, N.A., as successor in dersigned intend to conduct and REGIONAL ALTERNATIVE interest of Amcore Bank; transact a DBA, Sole ProprietorSCHOOL BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, ship Doing Business As business BUDGET HEARING FOR L.L.C., as Agent of BMO in said County and State under the FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019 Harris, N.A.; name of Ken Bagley’s Grant Park The FY 18-19 budget will be BMO HARRIS, N.A.; Plumbing at the following post on file at the ROE#4 for public ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE; office addresses: 1230 11th St., review at 300 Heart Blvd., Loves Park, IL 61111. The public hearing ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL; Rockford, IL 61104; that the true in regards to the said budget will ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF and real full names of all persons REVENUE; owning, conducting or transacting be held on May 11th at 11:30 AM. BLACKHAWK BANK, f/k/a such business are as follows: This notice is in compliance of the intergovernmental agreement for BLACKHAWK STATE BANK; Kenneth Bagley the counties of Boone and Win- ASSOCIATED MATERIALS, INC., SIGNED: Kenneth Bagley 4/5/18 Subscribed and sworn (or nebago and the Regional Office d/b/a ALSIDE SUPPLY CENTER; ASSOCIATED MATERIALS, INC.; affirmed to) before me, this 5th of Education #4.

NCI OF RIVERSIDE, INC.; day of April, A.D. 2018.

8822R TRRT 4/18 BRASS RING Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK n n n AMUSEMENTS, INC.; Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY INVITATION TO BID HICKORY PT BKBEASLEY IRA; 8839R TRRT 4/25 PLOW BLADE REPAIR PARTS and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND n n n BID NO.: 418-PW-033 STATE OF ILLINOIS Bids will be received until 11:00 NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO a.m., local time, on Thursday, CASE NO. 17-CH-38 SS April 26, 2018 at the office of the STATE OF ILLINOIS Central Services Manager, City Hall PUBLIC NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Building, 425 East State Street, Public Notice is hereby given 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT 4th floor, Rockford, Illinois 61104.

COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO At that time and place all bids that in pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in said In the Matter of the Estate of: received will be publicly opened Court in the above-entitled cause DANIEL J. BREITBACH, and read aloud.

Deceased.

Bids will be accepted until on March 21, 2018, I, Gary Case No.: 2018-P-135 the specified opening time and Caruana, Sheriff of Winnebago County, or such other Deputy as CLAIM NOTICE date. Any bidder attempting to NOTICE is given of the death deliver after the opening time may be sitting in my stead, will sell at public venue to the highest of Daniel J. Breitbach, who died and date will be refused.

Bid documents may be ob- and best bidder, the following on December 19, 2017. Letters of tained at the office of the Central described lands and premises in Office were issued on March 16, Services Manager, at City Hall, 4th said Judgment mentioned or so 2018, to Ryan M. Breitbach, 9344 floor, 425 E. State Street, Rockford, much thereof as may be necessary Cheviot Dr., Roscoe, IL 61073, who IL, 61104, or at https://rockfordil. to realize the amount due to satisfy is the legal representative of the gov/city-departments/finance/ said Judgment with the terms and estate. The attorney for the estate is Franklin J. Eubank, Jr., 126 N. central-services/purchasing Bids conditions as set forth herein: A. The name, address and Church Street, Rockford, IL 61101. must be enclosed in a sealed enClaims against the estate may velope and marked with the name telephone number of the person to of the bid, and the bid number. contact for information regarding be filed on or before October 19, Each bidder shall submit with the real estate is: 2018, that date being at least six Douglas R. Henry his bid the information specified in (6) months from the date of first the bid documents for compliance BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, publication, or within three (3) with the laws of the State of Illinois BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP months from the date of mailing 6833 Stalter Drive on Fair Employment Practices or delivery of Notice to creditors, Rockford, IL 61108 and with the City of Rockford’s if mailing or delivery is required by (815) 962-6611 Ordinance on Equal Employment Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate B. The common address of Act, 1975 as amended, whichever and Business Opportunity. Any bid which fails to include the com- said property is: 640-642 Fairview date is later. Any claim not filed by

Government Notices

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: April 5, 2018 By: /s/ Ryan M. Breitbach Ryan M. Breitbach, Estate representative Franklin J. Eubank, Jr. (#6208840) Attorney at Law 126 N. Church Street Rockford, IL 61101-1002 (815) 961-9668 Attorney for estate representative 8826R TRRT 4/25 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: Stephen Michael Pasin Current Name Case Number: 18 MR 444 There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Stephen Michael Pasin to the new name of: Steve Michael Pasin.

The court date will be held: on June 13, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at 400 West State St., Rockford, IL 61101 in Courtroom #426. /s/ Stephen Pasin Stephen Pasin 8827R TRRT 4/25 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.ARTHUR MACK A/K/A ARTHUR L. MACK, A/K/A ART MACK, A/K/A LAWRENCE MACK, et al Defendant 16 CH 10 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 29, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 23, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 230 AS DESIGNATED UPON BLUFFSIDE HEIGHTS PLAT NUMBER FIVE BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF PART OF BLUFFSIDE HEIGHTS PLAT NUMBER FOUR AND PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 AND PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 44 OF PLATS ON PAGE 112A IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 4310 SUNBURY DRIVE, Rockford, IL 61109 Property Index No. 15-12253-011.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 10208.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 10208 Case Number: 16 CH 10 TJSC#: 38-3065 I3083760 P8829R TRRT 4/25 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: ILIAN S. SANCHEZ aka ILIAN S. SANCHEZ-RODRIGUEZ aka ILIAN S. GONZALEZ. Deceased.

NO. 2018 P 144 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATIONWILLS AND CLAIMS

NOTICE is given of the death of ILIAN S. SANCHEZ aka ILIAN S. SANCHEZ-RODRIGUEZ aka ILIAN S. GONZALEZ. Letters of Office were issued on April 4, 2018, to Arcadio Sanchez, 2124 Arizona Ave., Rockford, IL 61108, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Patrick M. Moore, DeRango and Cain, LLC., 120 West State Street, Suite 303, Rockford, Illinois 61101.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before November 5, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required

by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date 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 St., Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the legal estate 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: April 4, 2018 Arcadio Sanchez, Administrator BY: /s/ Patrick M. Moore PATRICK M. MOORE, Attorney for the Administrator Patrick M. Moore DeRango and Cain, LLC 120 West State St. Suite 303 Rockford, Illinois 61101 815/962-5490 pmoore@derangocain.com 8828R TRRT 4/25 n n n Bump Shop Restorations 206 N. Springfield Ave. Rockford, IL 61101 815-968-3200 NOTICE OF MECHANIC’S LIEN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 11, 2018, or thereafter, a sale will be held at Bump Shop Restorations, 206 N. Springfield Ave, Rockford, Il 61101, to sell the following vehicle to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois against such articles for labor, services, skill or material expended upon and storage furnished for such vehicle at the request of the following designated persons, unless such vehicle is redeemed within thirty days of the first publication of this notice. Inquiries should be made at the above stated address or by telephoning 815-968-3200.

Names of persons: George Neblock; Russell J. Dulaney of Wonder Lake, Illinois; American General Finance of Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Description of Article: 1968 Plymouth GTX Vin # RP23F8G163649 Amount owed: $4,618.67 8830R TRRT 4/25 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: SHARON D. COLEMAN, Petitioner, V. CHARLES E. COLEMAN, Respondent.

Case No. 17 D 861 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent CHARLES E. COLEMAN that Petitioner SHARON D. COLEMAN 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 May 11, 2018, a judgment by default may be

entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition. /s/ Sharon D. Coleman, Petitioner 8831R TRRT 4/25 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a craft, vintage item sales online and local business in said County and State under the name of WaTurHill Creations at the following post office addresses: 1316 Florist Dr., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Wendy J. Turner SIGNED: Wendy J. Turner 4/10/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of April, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8833R TRRT 4/25 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, Puerto Rican food business in said County and State under the name of La Casa Boricua at the following post office addresses: 5506 N. 2nd St., Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jennifer Laureano SIGNED: Jennifer Laureano 4/10/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of April, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8834R TRRT 4/25 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 Dog Breeding Services business in said County and State under the name of Tips Midwest Bullys at the following post office addresses: 4543 Apple Orchard Ln., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Thomas Tillman SIGNED: Thomas Tillman 3/30/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 30th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8835R TRRT 4/25 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 contractor, floor covering contractor business in said County and State under the name of Floor It & More at the following post office addresses: 9958 N. Alpine Rd., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Chad Kariolich SIGNED: Chad Kariolich 4/5/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 5th day of April, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8836R TRRT 4/25 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 Apparel, Accessories online business in said County and State under the name of Faith Overcoming Obstacles at the following post office addresses: 5258 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Aaron Sabia; Dana Sabia SIGNED: Aaron Sabia 4/5/18 SIGNED: Dana Sabia 4/5/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 5th day of April, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8837R TRRT 4/25 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 art sales business in said County and State under the name of Project Pour at the following post office addresses: 3588 Cavalier Court, Rockford, IL 61114; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Teresa Testolin SIGNED: Teresa Testolin 4/5/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 5th day of April, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8838R TRRT 4/25 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, I’m A Club Promoter, I book Parties and Artist to Perform business in said County and State under the name of Fly boy Empire at the following post office addresses: 2922 White Fox Ct., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Delregan Stevenson SIGNED: Delregan Stevenson 3/7/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8811R TRRT 4/18 n n n Family Manufactured Home Communities, L.L.C. 1418 Sandy Hollow Road Rockford, IL 61109 NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 21st, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. an auction will be held at Family Manufactured Home Communities L.L.C. 1418 Sandy Hollow Road, Rockford, IL 61109 to sell the following article to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois against such article for labor, services, skill or material expended upon a storage furnished for such article at the request of fallowing designated persons, unless such article is redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. For further information regarding this matter, please call Suren Soneji at (630)624-4624.

Names of the persons: Edwards, Carol; Donovan, Jerry Description of article: 1970 Ritz-Craft Serial # Y0179620 Amount of lien: $1485.00 8832R TRRT 4/18

April 11, 2018 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs.

ANDREA L. LAGRENE AKA ANDREA L. PATRICK; MEMBERALLIANCE CREDIT UNION; Defendants, 16 CH 818 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, May 10, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Four (4) as designated upon the Plat of Coventry Hills North, being a Subdivision of part of the East Half (1/2) of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 4, Township 43 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which is recorded in Book 35 of Plats on page 69 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

P.I.N. 16-04-229-009.

Commonly known as 5862 Princess Drive, Rockford, IL 61109.

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.

16-027319 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3082189 P8774R TRRT 4/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs.

LEWIS DAMMANN AKA LEWIS H. DAMMANN; JOYCE DAMMANN AKA JOYCE E. DAMMANN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 736 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, May 10, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF

SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT TWELVE HUNDRED FIVE AND EIGHT TENTHS (1205.8) FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION AND SIXTEEN HUNDRED TWENTY-SEVEN AND ONE TENTH (1627.1) FEET EAST OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE WEST, PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION, THREE HUNDRED THIRTY (330) FEET; THENCE NORTH, PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION, ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-TWO (132) FEET; THENCE EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION, THREE HUNDRED THIRTY (330) FEET; THENCE SOUTH, PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION, ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-TWO (132) FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE EAST THIRTY (30) FEET OF SAID PREMISES FOR ROAD PURPOSES; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3134 VINTON AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101-2663.

P.I.N. 11-10-104-013.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. (312) 940-8580.

17-09849 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3082201 P8775R TRRT 4/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2003-5 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-5; Plaintiff, vs.

AFRIM SEFERI; DISCOVER BANK; CAMPION CORPORATION; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA-NORTHERN; Defendants, 17 CH 717 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, May 10, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the

following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Thirteen (13) as designated upon the Plat No. 16 of Gregory Heights, part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 28, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which is recorded in Book 36 of Plat on page 38 in the Recorder`s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in Winnebago County in the State of Illinois.

Commonly known as 1315 Esmond Drive, Rockford, IL 61108.

P.I.N. 12-28-380-007.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Ms. Nicole Fox at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Potestivo & Associates, P.C., 251 Diversion Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307.

(248) 853-4400 ext 1200. 108498 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3082202 P8776R TRRT 4/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS BMO HARRIS BANK N.A. Plaintiff, -v.GLENN W. YEAGER, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000935 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 15, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 1, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT FIVE (5) IN BLOCK SEVEN (7) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF EAST END ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 5 OF PLATS ON PAGE 48 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 206 SOUTH ROCKFORD AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 12-30101-006.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for

sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-17213.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-17213 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH0000935 TJSC#: 38-2659 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.

I3082752 P8777R TRRT 4/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.2016 CH 738 LUKE DILLAMAN, et al Defendant NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 1, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 10, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen

Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT FIFTEEN (15) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 2 OF MAGNOLIA HEIGHTS, BEING PART OF THE SOUTH HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 32 OF PLATS ON PAGE 261 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 4427 BOX ELDER LANE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-07152-005.

The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 256467.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive,

24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 256467 Case Number: 2016 CH 738 TJSC#: 38-2711 I3082761 P8778R TRRT 4/18 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 HUNTER ANTHONY VASSALLO Minor’s Current Name LAUREN NICOLE FLORZAK Name of Parent/Guardian filing on behalf of the Minor Case No. 18 MR 393 NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE Notice is hereby given, that on May 23, 2018, in Room 412 at 10 a.m., I will present a Petition requesting that the Court change his/her present name of Hunter Anthony Vassallo, a minor, to the name of Hunter Anthony Florzak.

The hearing will take place at Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State St. in Rockford, Illinois.

Hunter Anthony, a minor, by, Lauren Nicole Florzak Date: 3/28/18 8784R TRRT 4/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (MINOR CHILDREN) REQUEST OF: Carla Magdaline Castillo TO CHANGE NAMES OF MINOR CHILDREN Case Number 18 MR 392 There will be a court date on a Request for Name Change (Minor Children) for these children: Maverick Anthony Teunissen, Current Name of Minor Child, to: Maverick Jose Castillo, Proposed New Name of Minor Child.

The court date will be held on May 23, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101 in Courtroom 412. /s/ Carla Castillo Carla Magdaline Castillo 8785R TRRT 4/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ESTATE OF BERNADINE M. JAQUET, Deceased No. 2018 P 100 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of BERNADINE M. JAQUET. Letters of office were issued to Thomas Jaquet, as Independent Executor, 3672 Laura Lane, Rockford, Illinois 61114, whose attorney of record is Christopher W. Dodson, 4855 East State Street, Suite 17, Rockford, Illinois 61108.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 15, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required

by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be

filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk--Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representatives, or both.

When a claim is filed with the representatives but not with the Court, the representatives may file the claim with the Court but have no duty to do so. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representatives and their attorney within ten (10) days after said claim has been filed.

Christopher W. Dodson (815-397-1305) Attorney At Law 4855 East State Street, Suite 17 Rockford, Illinois 61108.

8786R TRRT 4/18 n n n Public Storage 24/7 4850 North Main Street Rockford, IL 61103 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Public Storage 24/7 is announcing that the following unit numbers which the following people occupy are delinquent for rent payments. We will be holding a public auction at 4850 N. Main Street, in Rockford, IL 61103 on Thursday, April 12th, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. All contents of the units will be sold to the highest bidder.

Unit D38 - Eric Bosko; Unit A21 - Jacob Larsen; Unit D13 - Glen Stanford; Unit B18 - Melvin Sharpe; Unit C8 - Darius Ellis; Unit E8 - Diana Smith; Unit D79 - Jacob Miller; Unit E78 - Mark Jarvis; Unit D35 - Johny Rucker; Unit E27 - Tonay Henderson.

After many documented attempts to contact you to collect the delinquent rental charges, we have decided to take legal action.

Signed: Public Storage 24/7 Dated: 3/6, 2018 State of Illinois, County of Winnebago By: Sarah Jackson Notary Signature: Joyce Lask 8787R TRRT 4/11 n n n Public Self Storage 3231 N. Main St. Rockford, IL 61103 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Public Self Storage is announcing that the following unit numbers which the following people occupy are delinquent in pay. We will be holding a public auction at 11:00 a.m. on April 12, 2018. All contents of the units will be up for sale to the highest bidder.

Unit 106 - Roberta Brady; Unit 27 - Chris Newton; Unit 232 - Kim Pester; Unit 228 - Carolyn Bell Unit 110 - Brian Burkheimer; Unit 6 - Larry Christmas.

After many documented attempts to get hold of you to collect the delinquent rent, we decided legal actions.

Signed: Public Self Storage Dated: 3/6/2018 State of Illinois, County of Winnebago By: Sarah Jackson Notary Signature: Joyce Lask 8788R TRRT 4/11 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BLACKHAWK BANK f/k/a BLACKHAWK STATE BANK, Plaintiff, vs.

DAWN McPHETERS and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 2018 CH 0000214 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE BY PUBLICATION To: Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed,

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notice is hereby given you, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, defendants in the above-entitled cause that the above-entitled Foreclosure action was filed on March 29, 2018 and is now pending.

1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above.

2. The Court in which this action is brought is identified above.

3. The names of the titleholders of record is Dawn McPheters.

4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Lot Thirteen (13) as designated upon Plat No. 3 of Cherry Crest Subdivision of part of the West Half (1/2) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 35, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, Winnebago County, Illinois, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 32 of Plats on page 43 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Permanent Index Number: 12-35-405-004 5. The common address or location of the real estate is: 2112 Wessman Parkway, Cherry Valley, IL 61016.

6. The following information pertains to the mortgage sought to be foreclosed in the above-entitled action: a. Name of mortgagors: Dawn McPheters. b. Name of mortgagee: Blackhawk Bank f/k/a Blackhawk State Bank. c. Date of Mortgage: January 31, 2008. d. Date and place of recording: February 13, 2008 in the Winnebago County Recorder Office, Winnebago County, Illinois. e. Identification of Recording: Document No. 200800806739.

Now, therefore, unless you, Non-Record Claimants and Unknown Owners, Defendants, file your answer to the Complaint for Foreclosure in this cause or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Circuit Court for the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit Winnebago County, Illinois, on or before May 4, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure.

Prepared by: ZIMMERMAN & WALSH, LLP Erin E. Walsh - #6279993 1707 East State Street Rockford, IL 61104 Ph: (815) 399-1400 Fax: (815) 399-9440 eew@zimwalsh.com 8789R TRRT 4/18 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Lawn Care business in said County and State under the name of Green Earth Lawncare at the following post office addresses: 9692 Bagly Dr., Unit 4, Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Frank Freeman SIGNED: Frank Freeman 4/2/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of April, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8791R TRRT 4/18

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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, Residential and Industrial Roofing business in said County and State under the name of A & C Roofing at the following post office addresses: 414 Lexington Ave., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Crystal Tejeda Sanchez; Angel Ortega Morua SIGNED: Crystal Tejeda Sanchez 3/30/18 SIGNED: Angel Ortega Morua 3/30/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 30th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8805R TRRT 4/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of BEULAH M. SLAUGHTER Deceased.

NO. 2017 P 501 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Beulah M. Slaughter. Letters of Office were issued on December 12, 2017, to Robert Z. Slaughter, Evanston, Illinois, who is the Independent Administrator of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Michael Jon Shalbrack, HolmstromKennedyPC, 800 North Church Street, PO Box 589, Rockford, IL 61105-0589.

Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before September 28, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk - Probate Division, at 400 West

State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the Estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative and to his attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: March 16, 2018.

Robert Z. Slaughter, Independent Administrator of the Estate of Beulah M. Slaughter, Deceased HolmstromKennedyPC, By: /s/ Michael Jon Shalbrack Michael Jon Shalbrack, one of its attorneys Attorney Michael Jon Shalbrack HolmstromKennedyPC – ARDC #6188198 Attorney for Independent Executor 800 N. Church Street PO Box 589 Rockford, IL 61105-0589 (815) 962-7071 mshalbrack@hkrockford.com 8755R TRRT 4/11 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, Plaintiff, VS. FADI B. HAMED, ZUHRA H. AWADALLAH, PARENT PETROLEUM INC., UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMAINTS and CLAIMANTS AND UNKNOWN TENANTS, Defendants.

CASE NO. 2017 CH 513 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THE REQUISITE Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to Zuhra H. Awadallah, 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, against you praying for a foreclosure of a mortgage upon the following property: Lot One Hundred Two (102) as designated upon Plat No. 2 of Penfield Crossing, being a Subdivision of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 10, Township 43 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the

Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 41 of Plats on Page 151B as Document number 9974498 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as: 6841 Butterfield Drive Cherry Valley, Illinois 61016.

P.I.N Number: 16-10-479-013 Property Code: 262-502 And for other relief, that the action was filed on or about June 23, 2017.

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 Fadi B. Hamed. An identification of the mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: Mortgagor –Fadi B. Hamed Mortgagee – Northwest Bank of Rockford Date of Mortgage- December 6, 2011.

Date of Recording – December 15, 2011.

County of Recording – Winnebago Recording Document –20111044096.

NOW THEREFORE, unless you Zuhra H. Awadallah the said Defendant, file your Answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, 400 W. State Street in the City of Rockford, State of Illinois on or before April 28, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that date and a judgment may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint.

Dated at Rockford, IL on the 21st day of March, 2018.

Thomas A. Klein, Clerk of the Circuit Court Winnebago County, Illinois Plaintiff’s Attorney Timothy F. Horning #973 MEYER & HORNING, P.C. 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 8756R TRRT 4/11 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO CITY OF ROCKFORD, a municipal corporation

Plaintiff, vs.

KEVIN ESCHMEYER, ASSOCIATED BANK as Successor in interest to FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK LA CROSSE – MADISON, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC. as nominee for PRINCIPAL RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC., BJORN HULLEBERG II, SUZANNE MICHELLE EVANS, RICHARD WAYNE EVANS, RUSSELL COCKRELL, ROCKFORD DEVELOPMENT LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants.

Case No. 2018-CH-201 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE BY PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Non-Record Claimants and all Unknown Owners, Defendants in the above-entitled cause that the above-entitled Demolition Lien Foreclosure action was filed on March 23, 2018 and is now pending.

1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above.

2. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above.

3. The name of the titleholders of record are Kevin Eschmeyer 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: THE NORTH HALF (1/2) OF LOT FIVE (5) IN BLOCK FOUR (4) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE MAP OF ROCKFORD WESLEYAN SEMINARY ASSOCIATION’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 42 OF DEEDS ON PAGES 4 AND 5 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BEING PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. No. 11-21-280-001 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 2026 W. State Street, Rockford, IL 61101 6. An identification of the

Lien sought to be foreclosed is as follows: a. Name of Property Owners: Kevin Eschmeyer b. Name of Lien Holder: City of Rockford c. Date of Lien: January 11, 2018 d. Date of Recording: March 5, 2018 e. County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois f. Recording Document Identification: 20181006147 NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, Non-Record Claimants and Unknown Owners, Defendants, file your answer to the Complaint for Foreclosure in this cause or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Circuit Court of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, in the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL on or before the 30th day following the first date of this publication on March 28, 2018, default may be entered against each of you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure.

Circuit Clerk Matthew D. Flores – ARDC #6323902 City of Rockford Department of Law 425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (779) 348-7395 8757R TRRT 4/11 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 an online business selling vintage decor, household goods and furniture business in said County and State under the name of edgebrookhouse at the following post office addresses: 2309 Edgebrook Dr., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tanya Scott; Kenneth Brickman SIGNED: Tanya Scott 3/30/18 SIGNED: Kenneth Brickman 3/30/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 30th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8806R TRRT 4/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ADOPTION NOTICE IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR THE ADOPTION OF: D.E.G., a female child ADOPTION NO: 2017 AD 215 consolidated with 2018 AD 18 TO: ESMERALDA RUBY GUERRERO, MIGUEL ANGEL PENA and ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN TAKE NOTICE THAT A PETITION WAS FILED IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, FOR THE ADOPTION OF A CHILD NAMED D.E.G. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, ESMERALDA RUBY GUERRERO, MIGUEL ANGEL PENA and ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, AND ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, FILE YOUR ANSWER TO THE PETITION IN SAID SUIT, OR OTHERWISE FILE YOUR APPEARANCE THEREIN, IN THE SAID CIRCUIT COURT OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, IN THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, ON OR BEFORE THE 15TH DAY OF May, 2018, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT ORDER ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID PETITION. Dated: March 20, 2018, at Rockford, Illinois Thomas A. Klein, Clerk of the Circuit Court, Circuit Clerk Attorney Peter A. Savitski ARDC No.: 2463741 838 North Main Street Rockford, Illinois 61103 (815) 963-0370 pas-law@sbcglobal.net 8758R TRRT 4/11 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: BARBARA J. WILLIAMS, Deceased.

No. 2018 P 125 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of BARBARA J. WILLIAMS. Letters

of Office were issued on March 14, 2018, to Noel J. Blewett of 605 S. Randall Avenue, Apt 1, Janesville, WI 53545, as Independent Executor for the Estate. The attorney of record for the Estate is Robert E. Canfield, 1111 South Alpine Road, Suite 704, Rockford, IL 61108.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under paragraph 28-4 of the Probate Act (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.

Claims may be filed on or before September 28, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to any known creditor required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act of 1975 as amended (755 ILCS 5/18-3), whichever date is later.

Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated 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 Independent Administrator, or both. Copies of any claim filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the Executor and to its attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Dated: March 21, 2018 Noel J. Blewett Independent Executor Robert E. Canfield, (3122943) 1111 South Alpine Road Suite 704 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 968-7200 8759R TRRT 4/11 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JOYCE DUNBAR, Deceased.

CASE NO. 2018 P 87 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of JOYCE DUNBAR on November 27, 2017. Letters of Office were issued on March 19, 2018 to JEFFREY D. DUNBAR who is the legal representatives of the estate. The attorney for the estate is ANTHONY

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Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 6, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Div. at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Div., must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

DATED: 3/26/18 JEFFREY D. DUNBAR, EXECUTOR ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO #87 Attorney for Estate 535 Loves Park Drive Loves Park, IL 61111 815/654-3060 8762R TRRT 4/11 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Landscaping, Snow Removal, Lawn care business in said County and State under the name of Sammie’s Lawn Care at the following post office addresses: 1712 Genoa St., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Calvin Holliman SIGNED: Calvin Holliman 3/23/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 23rd day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8773R TRRT 4/11

April 11, 2018 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.RANDALL C MAGNUSON A/K/A RANDALL MAGNUSON, et al Defendant 17 CH 272 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 12, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 8, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT TWENTY-FOUR (24) AND TWENTY-SEVEN (27) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF LARCHMONT SUBDIVISION, A PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 18, 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 69 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3402 NORTH VIEW ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-18226-017.

The real estate is improved with a brown wood siding, one story single family home with an attached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORE-

CLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 262040.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 262040 Case Number: 17 CH 272 TJSC#: 38-548 I3082795 P8790R TRRT 4/18 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 apartment business in said County and State under the name of J & E Gomez Remodeling at the following post office addresses: 2104 7th St., Apt. C, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jesus Gomez; Elizabeth R. Gomez SIGNED: Jesus Gomez 4/2/18 SIGNED: Elizabeth R. Gomez 4/2/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of April, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8792R TRRT 4/18 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 & Dairy-Ette business in said County and State under the name of Zammuto’s Drive In and Carry Out at the following post office addresses: 725 Kent St., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Zina R. Horton SIGNED: Zina R. Horton 3/30/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 30th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8793R TRRT 4/18 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 an online T-shirt company (Free Expressions815) business in said County and State under the name of Free Expressions815 at the following post office addresses: 5156 Solitude Dr., Rockford, IL 61114; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such

business are as follows: Tiffany Ingram SIGNED: Tiffany Ingram 3/30/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 30th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8794R TRRT 4/18 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Landscaping, tree removal and property maintenance business in said County and State under the name of MPM Services at the following post office addresses: 2243 Jonquil Pl., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Hector Martinez SIGNED: Hector Martinez 3/27/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 27th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8795R TRRT 4/18 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 clothing brand designing hats and t-shirts, etc. business in said County and State under the name of Black Reign at the following post office addresses: 2403 Custer Ave., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ashley Williams SIGNED: Ashley Williams 1/18/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of January, A.D. 2017.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8796R TRRT 4/18 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 Fireworks Warehouse business in said County and State under the name of Cornellier Fireworks at the following post office addresses: 5510 Manchester Rd., South Beloit, IL 61080; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jerilyn L. Cornellier SIGNED: Jerilyn L. Cornellier 3/28/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8797R TRRT 4/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: NICHOLAS R. SEGALLA, Deceased.

No. 2018 P 119 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN of the death of NICHOLAS R. SEGALLA. Letters of Office were issued on March 14, 2018, to CAROL A. SEGALLA, 3803 Packard Parkway, Rockford, IL 61101, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is ERIN E. WALSH, 1707 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61104.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 4, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first

publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office – Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: April 4, 2018.

CAROL A. SEGALLA, Independent Administrator Attorney Erin E. Walsh Attorney for Estate 1707 East State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (815) 399-1400 8808R TRRT 4/18 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 Freight forwarding business in said County and State under the name of TS Expedited at the following post office addresses: 428 Napoleon St., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Steve Cosgrove SIGNED: Steve Cosgrove 3/28/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8798R TRRT 4/18 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 Drag Racing business in said County and State under the name of TDY Motor Sports at the following post office addresses: 7792 La Montee Dr., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Terry L. Young SIGNED: Terry L. Young 3/28/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8799R TRRT 4/18 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 Painting business in said County and State under the name of Painting Beauty at the following post office addresses: 5004 Didier Ave., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jaime A. Fregoso SIGNED: Jaime A. Fregoso 3/29/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 29th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8800R TRRT 4/18 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the

undersigned intend to conduct and transact a mobile spa service business in said County and State under the name of Serenity Sisters at the following post office addresses: 5535 Peachstone Pl., Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Chandra Daehler; Teresa Wright SIGNED: Chandra Daehler 3/28/18 SIGNED: Teresa Wright 3/28/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8801R TRRT 4/18 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Landscaping, Lawn Care business in said County and State under the name of L & Z Landscaping at the following post office addresses: 4329 Majesty Ct., Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Luis TaPolla SIGNED: Luis TaPolla 3/29/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 29th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8802R TRRT 4/18 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 made ice cream and desserts business in said County and State under the name of Kimberly’s at the following post office addresses: 728 7th St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Luis TaPolla SIGNED: Luis TaPolla 3/29/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 29th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8803R TRRT 4/18 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 Arts & Crafts business in said County and State under the name of The Read Singer at the following post office addresses: 1643 N. Alpine Rd., Suite 104, Box 115, Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Lindsay Draper SIGNED: Lindsay Draper 3/29/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 29th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8804R TRRT 4/18 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 drone photography and services business in said County and State under the name of Street Smart Drone Services at the following post office addresses: 9763 Petunia Dr., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jason Street

SIGNED: Jason Street 4/3/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 3rd day of April, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8812R TRRT 4/18 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 photography business, Wedding and Portrait Photographer business in said County and State under the name of Luis Hermosillo: Photographer at the following post office addresses: 708 Fairvew Blvd., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Luis Hermosillo SIGNED: Luis Hermosillo 3/22/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8771R TRRT 4/11 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Drywall, finishing, remodeling business in said County and State under the name of S & S Co. at the following post office addresses: 1915 Clifton Ave., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Mirtha E. Salgado SIGNED: Mirtha E. Salgado 3/19/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 19th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8772R TRRT 4/11 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 Transmission and general mechanic business in said County and State under the name of High Performance Transmissions at the following post office addresses: 10502 Product Dr., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Maria D. Rivas SIGNED: Maria D. Rivas 3/27/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 27th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 8764R TRRT 4/11 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 Kennels for cats & dogs, Bathing & Grooming facilities business in said County and State under the name of Luv Nr Dogs @ Dorr Road Kennels at the following post office addresses: 13860 Dorr Rd., South Beloit, IL 61080; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Michael Elliott, Jr. SIGNED: Michael Elliott, Jr. 3/26/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 26th day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8765R TRRT 4/11

n n n Contempo Self Storage of Rockford 2605 Pamela Ave. Rockford, IL 61109 Notice of Public Sale of Personal Property Notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 4 of the Self Service Storage Facility Act, in the state of Illinois, the undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on April 11th at 2:00 pm on the premise where said property has been stored and which is located at 2605 Pamela Av., Rockford Illinois 61109. The personal property described below. #08 – Jessica Stuckey, misc. household items; #36 – Barbara Ceasar, misc. household items.

8807R TRRT 4/11 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a cleaning service business in said County and State under the name of Lil Debbie’s Cleaning Service at the following post office addresses: 925 Garfield Ave., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Debbie Jones SIGNED: Debbie Jones 3/21/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 21st day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 8769R TRRT 4/11 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a landscaping business in said County and State under the name of De Paz Landscaping at the following post office addresses: 1721 Harrison Ave., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Miguel A. De Paz SIGNED: Miguel A. De Paz 3/22/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8770R TRRT 4/11 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 cosmetics and products business in said County and State under the name of Allures Hair at the following post office addresses: 3407 Thelma St., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tionna Lambert SIGNED: Tionna Lambert 3/21/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 21st day of March, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 8768R TRRT 4/11 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: PRESLEY D. FARR, Deceased.

No. 2016 P 528 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN of the death

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of Presley D. Farr. Letters of Office were issued on November 30, 2016, to BERTHA J. FARR, 3629 Sunnyside Ave., Rockford, IL 61101, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is ERIN E. WALSH, 1707 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61104.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before October 4, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office – Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: April 4, 2018.

BERTHA J. FARR, Independent Administrator Attorney Erin E. Walsh Attorney for Estate 1707 East State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (815) 399-1400 8809R TRRT 4/18 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 and catering business in said County and State under the name of Chefdaddy’s at the following post office addresses: 1011 S. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Anthony Pugh SIGNED: Anthony Pugh 4/3/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 3rd day of April, A.D. 2018.

Tiana J. McCall, COUNTY CLERK Angela Bowman, DEPUTY 8810R TRRT 4/18 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 tattoo studio business in said County and State under the name of 2Federal Ink 424 at the following post office addresses: 623 E. Jefferson St., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Everardo Rodriguez SIGNED: Everardo Rodriguez 3/19/18 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 19th day of March, A.D. 2018.

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The Rock River Times. April 11, 2018

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.SHEENA S MCCLAIN, et al Defendant 16 CH 325 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 23, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 24, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PART OF LOT SEVENTEEN (17) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF GREGORY AND GIDDING’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 24 AND 25 AND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, WHICH PLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 44 OF DEEDS PAGE 388 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BOUNDED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE NORTH ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT; THE HUNDRED TWENTY (120) FEET; THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT, FIFTY-FIVE (55) FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT; ONE HUNDRED TWENTY (120) FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT; THENCE WEST ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE, FIFTY-FIVE (55) FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 904 8TH AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-26407-006.

The real estate is improved with a blue wood siding, two story one unit home with a detached one car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 254399.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 254399 Case Number: 16 CH 325 TJSC#: 38-1869 I3081367 P8814R TRRT 4/25 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSMC MORTGAGEBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-7 Plaintiff, vs.

ROBERT VAZQUEZ, LHR INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 17 CH 682 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., in Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot One Hundred Forty-four (144) as designated upon Plat No. 5 of Otter Creek Subdivision, being a subdivision of part of the East Half (1/2) of Section 15, Township 28 North, Range 10 East of the Fourth (4th) Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 45 of Plats on Page 6 as document number 0461962 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the Village of Du-

rand, County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as 1702 Northstar Dr, Durand, IL 61024.

P.I.N. 05-15-405-001.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 150 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 236-0077. SPSF.3144 I3083029 P8816R TRRT 4/25 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of: JIM W. DIXON, Deceased.

CASE NO. 2018 P 123 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of JIM W. DIXON, Letters of Office were issued on March 29, 2018 to KIM M. DIXON, 4912 Gregwood Place, Rockford, IL 61108, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Robert C. Pottinger, of Barrick, Switzer, Long, Balsley & Van Evera, 6833 Stalter Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61108.

Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before October 11, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk, Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the Estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office, Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative and to her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: April 4, 2018 KIM M. DIXON, Administrator Robert C. Pottinger - 6202815 BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 962-6611 rcpottinger@bslbv.com ekuelling@bslbv.com 8824R TRRT 4/25 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, vs.

MARY ANN GERETTE A/K/A M. GERETTE, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 17 CH 596 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, May 17, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT THIRTY-ONE (31) IN BLOCK SIXTEEN (16) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF THIRD CENTRAL PARK SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION LYING IN THE SOUTH HALF (1/2) OF SECTION 10, IN TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 13 OF PLATS ON PAGE 17 IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 2811 SUMMERDALE AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101.

P.I.N. 11-10-403-034.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. (312) 940-8580.

17-07812 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3083033 P8815R TRRT 4/25 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, vs.

NICHOLAS ZACHARIAH GRAY; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants, 16 CH 456 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, May 17, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Two Hundred Seven (207) as designated upon Winfield Plat No. 5, being part of the South Half (1/2) of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 18, Township 46 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 45 of Plats on Page 169 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

P.I.N. 04-18-157-012.

Commonly known as 813 Dr.

Clark Way, South Beloit, IL 61080.

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.

16-014132 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3083019 P8817R TRRT 4/25 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT Plaintiff, -v.KEITH A. BURGOS, et al Defendant 2017CH 0000092 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 22, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 24, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: TRACT A: LOT EIGHTEEN (18) IN BLOCK SIX (6) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HARLEM HILLS, BEING A PART OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH RECORDED IN BOOK 18 OF PLATS, PAGE 28 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. TRACT B: PART OF A R E A D E S I G N AT E D ‘’PARK’’ ADJACENT TO LOT FORTY-FIVE (45) IN BLOCK SEVEN (7) AND LOT EIGHTEEN (18) IN BLOCK SIX (6) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HARLEM HILLS, BEING A PART OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 18 OF PLATS ON PAGES 28 AND 29 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, MORE PARTICULARLY BOUNDED AND DESCRIED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF LASALLE AVENUE AS DESIGNATED UPON SAID PLAT OF HARLEM HILLS, WHICH IS CHORD DISTANT 18.0 FEET NORTHWESTERLY FROM THE MOST NORTHERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT 45, THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 45, A

DISTANCE OF 115.45 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY TO THE SOUTHEASTERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT 18; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 18 TO THE MOST EASTERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT 18; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID LASALLE AVENUE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3204 LASALLE AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61114 Property Index No. 12-07-253010 (151A131).

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-00949.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE

ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-00949 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 CH 0000092 TJSC#: 38-1980 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.

I3081419 P8818R TRRT 4/25 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, Plaintiff, VS. DAVID BROWN, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMAINTS and CLAIMANTS AND UNKNOWN TENANTS, Defendants.

CASE NO. 2018 CH 76 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THE REQUISITE Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to Unknown others, Nonrecord Claimants and Unknown Tenants, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, against you praying for a foreclosure of a mortgage upon the following property: The North Fifty (50) feet in width of Lot Nine (9) in Block Twelve (12) as designated upon the Plat of South Park Subdivision, being a Subdivision of part of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 35, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 58 of Plats on Page 281 in the Recorder’s office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as: 1818 8th Street Rockford, Illinois 61104.

Property Code: 215 A 477 P.I.N. Number: 11-35-278-005 And for other relief, that the action was filed on or about January 28, 2018.

That Summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is still pending. The record titleholder of the real estate is David Brown. An identification of the mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: Mortgagor –David Brown Mortgagee – Northwest Bank of Rockford Date of Mortgage- March 3, 2010.

Date of Recording – March 8, 2010.

County of Recording – Winnebago Recording Document –20101008540 NOW THEREFORE, unless you Unknown Others, Nonrecord Claimants and Unknown Tenants, the said Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, 400 W. State Street in the City of Rockford, State of Illinois on or before May 25, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that date and a judgment may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint.

Dated at Rockford, IL on the 6th day of April, 2018.

Thomas A. Klein, Clerk of the Circuit Court Winnebago County, Illinois Plaintiff’s Attorney

Timothy F. Horning #973 MEYER & HORNING, P.C. 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 8823R TRRT 4/25 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY, PLAINTIFF, VS. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MONTE LEE WEBER, IF ANY; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 18 CH 133 1014 TIMOTHY DRIVE ROCKFORD, IL 61108-4545 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Monte Lee Weber, if any defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT EIGHTY-SIX (86) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 2 OF MELWOOD HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, A PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 27 OF PLATS, PAGE 104 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1014 Timothy Drive Rockford, IL 61108-4545 and which said Mortgage was made by, Monte Lee Weber, Nancy Weber Mortgagor(s), to 1st Step Mortgage Group, Inc. Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 200800852657; and for other relief.

UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, Thomas A. Klein 400 W State Street Number 108 Rockford, IL 61101 on or before May 11, 2018, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 Ph. (312) 346-9088 File No. 265642-149052 I3083485 P8819R TRRT 4/25

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n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. ANDREA L. LAGRENE AKA ANDREA L. PATRICK; MEMBERALLIANCE CREDIT UNION; Defendants, 16 CH 818 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, May 10, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-04-229-009.

Commonly known as 5862 Princess Drive, Rockford, IL 61109.

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. 16-027319 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3082189 P8774R TRRT 4/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. LEWIS DAMMANN AKA LEWIS H. DAMMANN; JOYCE DAMMANN AKA JOYCE E. DAMMANN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 736 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, May 10, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 3134 VINTON AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101-2663.

P.I.N. 11-10-104-013.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois

60602. (312) 940-8580. 17-09849 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3082201 P8775R TRRT 4/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2003-5 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-5; Plaintiff, vs. AFRIM SEFERI; DISCOVER BANK; CAMPION CORPORATION; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA-NORTHERN; Defendants, 17 CH 717 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, May 10, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 1315 Esmond Drive, Rockford, IL 61108.

P.I.N. 12-28-380-007.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Ms. Nicole Fox at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Potestivo & Associates, P.C., 251 Diversion Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307.

(248) 853-4400 ext 1200. 108498 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3082202 P8776R TRRT 4/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- RANDALL C MAGNUSON A/K/A RANDALL MAGNUSON, et al Defendant 17 CH 272 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 12, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 8, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3402 NORTH VIEW ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-18-226-017.

The real estate is improved with a brown wood siding, one story single family home with an attached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire

transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 262040.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 262040 Case Number: 17 CH 272 TJSC#: 38-548 I3082795 P8790R TRRT 4/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT Plaintiff, -v.- KEITH A. BURGOS, et al Defendant 2017CH 0000092 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 22, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 24, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder,

as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3204 LASALLE AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61114 Property Index No. 12-07-253-010 (151A131).

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-00949.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-00949 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 CH 0000092 TJSC#: 38-1980 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.

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April 11, 2018 The Rock River Times. n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.- SHEENA S MCCLAIN, et al Defendant 16 CH 325 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 23, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 24, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 904 8TH AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-26-407-006.

The real estate is improved with a blue wood siding, two story one unit home with a detached one car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 254399.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 254399 Case Number: 16 CH 325 TJSC#: 38-1869 I3081367 P8814R TRRT 4/25 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. MARY ANN GERETTE A/K/A M. GERETTE, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 17 CH 596 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, May 17, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 2811 SUMMERDALE AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101.

P.I.N. 11-10-403-034.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. (312) 940-8580. 17-07812 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3083033 P8815R TRRT 4/25 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSMC MORTGAGE-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES,

SERIES 2007-7 Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT VAZQUEZ, LHR INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 17 CH 682 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., in Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 1702 Northstar Dr, Durand, IL 61024.

P.I.N. 05-15-405-001.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 150 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 236-0077. SPSF.3144 I3083029 P8816R TRRT 4/25 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, vs. NICHOLAS ZACHARIAH GRAY; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants, 16 CH 456 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, May 17, 2018 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 04-18-157-012.

Commonly known as 813 Dr. Clark Way, South Beloit, IL 61080.

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. 16-014132 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3083019 P8817R TRRT 4/25 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO CITY OF SOUTH BELOIT, an Illinois municipal corporation, Plaintiff vs. J & C REAL ESTATE, a now dissolved Illinois limited liability company; JACK L. AKERS, a/k/a JACK AKERS; BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, L.L.C., as Agent of BMO Harris Bank, N.A., as successor in interest of Amcore Bank; BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, L.L.C., as Agent of BMO Harris, N.A.; BMO HARRIS, N.A.; ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE; ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; BLACKHAWK BANK, f/k/a BLACKHAWK STATE BANK; ASSOCIATED MATERIALS, INC., d/b/a ALSIDE SUPPLY CENTER; ASSOCIATED MATERIALS, INC.; NCI OF RIVERSIDE, INC.; BRASS RING AMUSEMENTS, INC.; HICKORY PT BK- BEASLEY IRA; and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants CASE NO. 17-CH-38 PUBLIC NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in said Court in the above-entitled cause on March 21, 2018, I, Gary Caruana, Sheriff of Winnebago County, or such other Deputy as may be sitting in my stead, will sell at public venue to the highest and best bidder, the following described lands and premises in said Judgment mentioned or so much thereof as may be necessary to realize the amount due to satisfy said Judgment with the terms and conditions as set forth herein: A. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Douglas R. Henry BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 962-6611 B. The common address of said property is: 640-642 Fairview Avenue, South Beloit, Illinois.

C.The legal description of the property is: P.I.N.: 04-05-352-022 D. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: none.

E. The time and place of sale is: Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at 11:00 o’clock A.M. in the lobby of the Winnebago County Justice Center, 650 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois.

F. The terms of the sale are: to the highest and best bidder with cash or certified check in full at time of sale. Property is conveyed in “AS IS” condition. Sale subject to court approval; buyer will be entitled to possession of property 30 days after confirmation of sale by court.

G. Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, but have not yet become due and payable, and special assessment, if any, and easements and restrictions of record.

Dated at Rockford, Illinois, this 27th day of March, 2018.

GARY CARUANA,

PREPARED BY: DOUGLAS R. HENRY BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 962-6611

SHERIFF OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY

8825R TRRT 4/25 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.- ARTHUR MACK A/K/A ARTHUR L. MACK, A/K/A ART MACK, A/K/A LAWRENCE MACK, et al Defendant 16 CH 10 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 29, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 23, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4310 SUNBURY DRIVE, Rockford, IL 61109 Property Index No. 15-12-253-011.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 10208.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 10208 Case Number: 16 CH 10 TJSC#: 38-3065 I3083760 P8829R TRRT 4/25 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.- 2016 CH 738 LUKE DILLAMAN, et al Defendant NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 1, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 10, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4427 BOX ELDER LANE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-07-152-005.

The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

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If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 256467.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 256467 Case Number: 2016 CH 738 TJSC#: 38-2711 I3082761 P8778R TRRT 4/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS BMO HARRIS BANK N.A. Plaintiff, -v.- GLENN W. YEAGER, et al Defendant 2017-CH-0000935 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 15, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on May 1, 2018, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 206 SOUTH ROCKFORD AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 12-30-101-006.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-17213.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-17213 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2017 -CH- 0000935 TJSC#: 38-2659 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.

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Cold hardy vegetables

By Grant McCarty Contributor

Even with colder temperatures this April, many backyard growers are ready to plant. You may have started seeds indoors or planted potatoes already. It is still too early to plant warm season vegetables but many cold hardy plants can be planted now.

Our planting dates are tied to the last frost in our area. In Northern Illinois, this is typically around the first to second week of May. Keep in mind that this frost date is an average so could be earlier or later depending on the year. That being said, this is the best tool we have to determine when we can or cannot plant vegetables and fruit. Your seed packet or transplant will come with information that tells you when to plant. For instance, a seed packet may say sow “after all danger of frost” or it may say 2-3 weeks after the last frost. Some seed packets may show a month that you should plant.

You should still factor in the last spring frost date.

Cold Hardy vegetables are a diverse group of plant families that can be planted 5-6 weeks before the last frost in our area. This group can go out as seeds or transplants depending on their plant characteristics. Some of these are perennial such as asparagus and rhubarb. Kale,

kohlrabi, onion, spinach, and turnips can all be planted either as a transplants or direct seeded. Potato is commonly planted around Easter and while this date does vary year to year, many growers still hold true to this date.

There is also the half-hardy vegetables. This group of vegetables can be planted mid-April depending on what the weather looks like. Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, radish, pea, mustard, lettuce, carrot, and beet are all considered half-hardy. You will be much better off with transplants for some of these like broccoli and cauliflower whereas radish, pea, and carrot will do best as direct-seeded.

With both cold and half-hardy vegetables, still look at the weather. Periods of snow and cold temperatures will make an impact on a plant thriving or dying.

Soil temperatures are equally important in germination of these seeds. While the soil temperature will increase as we get closer to the last frost, it may mean the plant takes some time to grow for you. R. 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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Voices from the Grave

The sins of the father

By Kathi Kresol Contributor

When that day was over, Frank Barris would claim that he was not in his right mind on June 20, 1933. That morning Frank spoke on the phone to a young woman named Anna Trenary. The conversation did not go as Frank had hoped. When Frank hung up the phone, it was the last thing he would claim to remember for hours.

Frank left work early and returned to his house. He grabbed his handgun that he had purchased a month before. Later, Frank would state that he brought the gun in order to use it on himself in front of Anna. He stated,“She took away everything that was beautiful in my life.”

Frank journeyed to Anna’s small house at 1511 W. State St. Anna was having lunch with her 15-year-old son and a boarder, Vernon Morgan. She sat with her back to the door and was just raising a sandwich to her lips when Frank burst through the door. He fired the .44 caliber gun at her. The bullet tore through her arm and exited through her chest. Anna was dead before she hit the floor.

Across town at Frank’s home another scene was taking place. 18-year-old Eddie Barris was very worried about his father. Frank had been acting peculiar and speaking of Anna almost constantly.

Eddie knew his father had left work early that June day. Eddie stopped at the house and his concerns grew when he realized that his father and his gun were missing.

Eddie was joined by his younger sister Lucille and they raced to Anna’s home.

Unfortunately, they arrived too late to stop the horrible scenario their father had put into motion.

When police arrived, Frank sobbed as he poured out the whole story to the bewildered men on the drive to headquarters. Frank told the police that he had been living a lie. He confessed to the police that he had been having an affair with Anna Trenary for almost 18 months.

His wife, Sophie had no clue about her husband’s affair.

The policemen tried to make sense of the convoluted story that came pouring out of Frank. Anna Trenary worked as a nurse for a local physician. Frank and Sophie’s daughter, Lucille needed at home care and Anna was assigned the job. No one could foresee the far reaching consequences that the decision would bring.

Anna was such a great nurse that it wasn’t long before the 16-year-old Lucille was back on her feet. Anna would often visit her former client to check on her progress even after Lucille was released from her care. It was during these visits

that Frank and Sophie got to know the young nurse. They would often share dinner and a glass of wine. It wasn’t long before Anna started to bring her son along for the visits and the families grew even closer.

Frank became obsessed with the 36-year-old beauty. Before long, he was dipping into the family’s savings to pay for gifts for Anna. By June 1933, Frank came to the end of his money and he could feel Anna slipping away. Whether it was the fear that his family would find out about the affair, the money, or Anna’s rejection, something inside Frank snapped.

Frank was convicted of the murder of Anna Trenary and sentenced to life in prison at Joliet. He would die there while serving his time. Sophie divorced Frank and the family moved on with their lives.

By 1942, Frank’s son Eddie was married with two young children of his own. He had recently been promoted to manager for the A&P store on West State Street. But the darkness that had reached out to claim his father was not finished yet. Eddie was under tremendous pressure with the new job and he started to have a drink in the evening to relax. Before long, one drink turned into more until Eddie began to lose control.

This caused problems in his marriage and by August, Eddie’s wife Ellen decided to leave.

On August 13, 1942, the couple was dividing the household goods. Ellen’s sister and mother were helping her pack.

Eddie brought two men along to load the truck. Eddie asked to speak to Ellen in the kitchen. He wanted one more chance to fix things. When she refused, Eddie had the same reaction as her father had years before. He pulled a gun and began to fire at Ellen. Ellen’s sister and mother came running to her rescue. Eddie fired at them as well, striking them both.

Thinking that he had killed all three women, Eddie ran from the apartment and into the street. It was there that Eddie shot himself in the abdomen.

Then he drew a knife from his pants and drove the 4-inch blade into his chest. He collapsed on the street.

Police were able to quickly piece together the scene from the many people who witnessed the attack. Ellen and her mother, Dora were on the brink of death.

It was considered a miracle that the couple’s two little children had not been hit by the bullets flying around.

Eddie was very close to death. He had missed his heart but had lost a lot of blood. But against all odds, all three women and Eddie recovered. Eddie was arrested for the assault but Ellen’s

Wisconsin. One can only hope that the terrible legacy that Frank committed and Eddie attempted ended with them. R. Kathi Kresol is a local historian, author and speaker. She has shared her love of Rockford’s history for years and considers it an honor to research the stories of those who once called Rockford home. Please visit Kathi’s website at hauntedrockford.com for more of her stories and events.

family showed concerned and forgiveness toward Eddie. They agreed to a plea bargain to grant Eddie a light sentence.

He was convicted of a misdemeanor assault with a deadly weapon with intent to do great bodily harm. Eddie was sentenced to one year at Vandalia Correctional Center.

When Eddie finished serving his sentence, he joined the U. S. Army to serve in World War II. He remarried and died at 41-years-old in Madison,

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IceHogs coming together for playoff push The Rockford IceHogs have rediscovered their stride at just the right moment as they push for one of four available berths in the 2017-18 Calder Cup playoffs. With wins in five straight games and points in 15 of the last 18 contests since Feb. 18, the Hogs have leapt Iowa in the standings and begun to fortify a potential spot in the postseason.

“They’re playing hard, competing hard, it’s big games every night, playing teams we’re fighting with for playoff position,” said IceHogs Head Coach, Jeremy Colliton.

“We say it before every game, this is fun, this is why you play through what sometimes feels like a grind earlier in the year so that we can be in these types of games.

It’s tough and there’s a price to be paid to win, but it’s worth it in the end.”

A perfect mix of rookie talent and veteran leadership has helped the IceHogs to an overall record of 38-25-4-4 entering the final two weeks of the regular season. The

roster is highlighted by rookie standout in forward Matthew Highmore, who this year set the team’s AHL record for most goals by a rookie, and veteran goaltender Jeff Glass, who is in his 13th year of professional hockey. Glass has appeared in 48 playoff games (in the Kontintental Hockey League) during his pro career, and is anxiously eying his first postseason contest in the American Hockey League.

“Playoffs are the best time of the year and I’ve never made playoffs at this level, so that’s my major focus, that’s what’s pushing me right now through these practices and these games,” said Glass. “Once we get there, I think anything can happen.”

Colliton agreed, and suggested it’s the team’s tandem of rookie talent and veteran presence that will serve as the driving force if the IceHogs are to make a deep run in the Calder Cup playoffs.

“I think for the development of our young

players, it’s really important that we’re in a battle right to the end,” said Colliton.

“That’s a great development opportunity, no matter how big your role is, just to be around it and start to understand what it takes to be a winner and have success in big situations. Playoff-wise, same thing. What an experience it could be to get this group in and go as far as we can go.”

Looking ahead, the IceHogs have dates with divisional opponents in three of their five remaining games. But with just one of those coming on home ice (April 13 vs. the Chicago Wolves), they will have to put in the work in some hostile environments to get the chance at a few more outings in front of their loyal fans at the BMO Harris Bank Center during the Calder Cup playoffs.

“Regardless of whether we’re at home or on the road, we know we’ve got to get points every night, and it’s been like that for a while,” said Colliton, “I think February

was kind of our last real chunk of games at home, so since then we’ve known that you have to grind out points away, and we have done that. But I don’t think the approach (to games) should change because we’re home or away…just play the same way.”

Veteran defenseman Viktor Svedberg, one of four current IceHogs players to have partaken in the team’s last Calder Cup playoff appearance in 2015, echoed both Colliton and Glass on the team’s mentality as Rockford approaches the postseason.

Svedberg is impressed with way the IceHogs have performed on the ice as of late, and is excited about the prospect of having another crack at the AHL’s top prize.

“This time of year is the most fun to play hockey,” said Svedberg. “You always want to end up in the playoffs, and I think we’ve got some games left to show that we really want to be in.”

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