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This Friday marks the second half of the Rockford City Market season and new vendors will be offering great products like scarves, embroidery art, bow ties, mirai sweet corn, jerky, baked goods and more. Cooking demos continue this week at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Main stage music comes from Rockford funk and soul band, Too Deep. Post Facto takes to the Water Street acoustic stage. The Discovery Center will have a free craft for kids at their activity booth and the Rock River Valley Food Pantry will have a “Kids Got Milk” themed booth featuring Daisy, the metal cow, for kids to interact and learn how to milk a cow, as well as coloring pages and activity sheets. Rockford Ravens Rugby Club will be at the gates, teaching about their program as well as recruiting members for their team. The City Market is open 3:30-8:30 p.m. this week. For more information visit rockfordcitymarket.com.

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More local students with autism spectrum disorder and their families will have access to educational services after Easterseals Academy opened the doors to its new facility in Machesney Park. Easterseals Academy announced its new location at 8301 Mitchell Road today with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The school has grown from 34 students to 90 in just five years – much of that growth occurring at the previous location at Patriots’ Gateway Center in Rockford. Forty-one local school districts contract with Easterseals Academy to assist in providing year-round educational programs for students ages five to 21 with an autism spectrum disorder, emotional disability, developmental delay or intellectual disability. The program provides an alternative school placement in order to help these students academically, socially and vocationally. Village President Steve Johnson applauded Easterseals’ decision to locate in Machesney Park. “We are excited for Easterseals new campus and we welcome the employees and students to Machesney Park. Easterseals is an incredible asset to the region.” In addition to serving an increased number of area students, the expanded Machesney Park campus will also create additional jobs for the region. Officials anticipate adding 30 employees to its staff of 107 local workers. “We’re very excited for the opportunity to serve more families and positively impact the lives of even more young people in the Rockford Region with this move,” said Easterseals President and CEO Tim Muri. Easterseals acquired the 27,500 squarefoot building on 19 acres of land earlier this year. The Machesney Park campus features a full-sized gym, stage, playground and additional areas for vocational training. Easterseals Academy students will also be able to enroll in art classes and adapted physical education at the new facility. For more information visit eastersealschicago.org. –Staff reports

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What about Home Rule?

Voters took home rule away from Rockford in 1983. But some are saying it’s necessary to fix City Hall’s deficit problem. By Jim Hagerty Contributor

With Shane Nicholson Managing Editor

ROCKFORD — Whether home rule will help Rockford “untether” itself from the clutches of Springfield is again looming in the Forest City. Now, sources tell The Rock River Times city leaders will soon make a push for its return. Home rule was created in 1970 to give cities the ability to pass ordinances that would otherwise be prohibited by state law, including levying certain taxes. Communities with over 25,000 residents are automatically granted home rule powers under the state constitution. Since being created by the Illinois Constitution in 1970, only a handful of communities have voted their way out of home rule. Municipalities without it on their books must follow state laws for local guidelines, which continues to spark debate. And on the list of Illinois municipalities operating under home run, Rockford is conspicuously absent. Those who rail against it commonly argue that home rule gives local leaders open season on excessive tax increases, some without citizen input. But in 1983, citizens did have a voice and they exercised it by voting home rule out after 13 years. The effort for removal was led by local publisher John Gile, who rallied more than 10,000 people to sign a petition to place a referendum for removal on the local ballot. Gile has remained steadfastly against home rule, claiming it strips citizens ability to control how local politicians levy taxes and control debt. “Unlike home rule in other states, the Illinois version denies citizens the right to have a local charter or constitution to protect taxpayers from abuse

July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times. or incompetence by office holders and from the hazard of easy access to public funds for developers, lawyers, bankers, and government workers,” Gile writes on his website. Gile also notes that home rule can strip voting rights from the citizenry, opening the door for increased fees, regulations and expedited seizure of private property. The latter ease restrictions in the competitive bidding process on public development and other projects involving city property. Those who want home rule back cite an extensive list of pros that outweigh a lack of trust taxpayers have of city leaders. And while under home rule taxation by the city would be easier, some say the same freedom can be used to take undue burdens off citizens. “Lack of home rule handcuffs the city with regard to our tax structures,” Alderman Bill Rose, D-9, said. “A good portion of our taxes are placed on landowners, not visitors to our town. This negatively impacts home ownership, future development, and places a large portion of taxes on our lowest income makers. It also doesn’t allow us to be creative with city programs.”

“I think this council is committed to cutting our reliance on property taxes if we have home rule or not.” –Mayor Tom McNamara

Rose said home rule would allow the city to seek tax reforms and generate money for more police officers and preventative crime measures, something that often constricts non-home rule cities. “We could essentially fund our police and fire departments in more efficient ways by using home rule, take on crime, and really impact domestic abuse and violence in our area. I don’t know a single citizen opposed to taking on crime in Rockford.” But opponents say home rule is simply another way of disguising tax increases at the local level. Cities can introduce new fee structures for property owners, or go above and beyond state taxes on products such as gasoline, alcohol and cigarettes. In Chicago, aldermen used home rule to push through a “soda tax” on sugary drinks. That law is now held up in the courts, costing the city further funds in legal fees prior to it even taking effect. Some business owners, most notably those in blighted areas, say until Rockford controls its TIF districts, home rule will only exacerbate the city’s economic woes set forth by past administrations. “TIFs are essentially back door home rule,” Jim Phelps, owner of Phoenix Traders, said. “We have over 30 of these impoverishing our tax base now with a

newly developed pay-as-you-go feature that gives a commercial district only a 75 percent value on how taxes it generated in its TIF are used over an industrial TIF which gets 100 percent value for projects. “Now with this feature, a healthy commercial TIF can now subsidize an industrial development by marching the money across multiple adjoining TIFs to where the political influence wants the money to be used. Until we get rid of TIFs, home rule is simply a no-go for me.” But home rule allows leeway in further legal matters as well, say proponents. Lack of home rule was the reason Rockford landlords were given in 2013 when they unsuccessfully sought a way to expedite evictions. A return to home rule could allow landlords to act quickly in remedying unruly tenants without violating state law. Others in favor of returning to home rule say those focused on the likely outcomes of new taxes—without what opponents say is representation—are ignoring the fact that voters can remove from office the persons enacting such regulations. Mayor Tom McNamara says his office is looking at home rule as just one of many possible solutions to the city’s deficit problem. “We have reviewed our budget extensively and we are finding there are less and less places to cut,” he said. “Eighty-six percent of our budget is police, fire and public works.” The mayor says that an over-reliance on property taxes is slowing the city’s growth and limits the ability to secure its long term finances. Moody’s Investor Services agreed with McNamara’s outlook when it recently downgraded Rockford’s credit rating. “We have a financial task force looking at where we can cut, collaborate or diversify and raise our revenue as we face strong deficits projected over the next several years,” McNamara said. Even if City Hall wants to see a return to home rule, it will take the residents of Rockford to have it come back—not the city council. Rockford made an attempt to reintroduce home rule in 2006 but that push never made it to a ballot. Some leaders would like to see the issue presented publicly in order to quell misinformation on both sides of the home rule argument. “There are plenty of people in our community on both sides of the issue,” says Republican Third Ward Alderman Chad Tuneberg. “I want experts from both sides to sit down and explain why their side makes the most sense. There needs to be fact based-information presented and voted on by the people of Rockford.” “Home rule certainly would allow us to diversify our revenue such as lift assists and gaming machine licenses, among a number of other alternative funding sources,” McNamara said Tuesday. But the mayor adds that home rule is not the do-all solution for Rockford. “I think this council is committed to cutting our reliance on property taxes if we have home rule or not.” R.

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M ADISON, Wis. — Concerns are increasing among lawmakers and others in Wisconsin over what incentives the state may o�er to become the first U.S. home of Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn. Little has been revealed about what tax breaks, subsidies, free land and other financial incentives or promises Republican Gov. Scott Walker and state economic development o�cials may be extending to seal the deal with Foxconn, the biggest contract assembler of smartphones and other devices for Apple and other brands. Foxconn has said Wisconsin is competing with Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Indiana and Texas for its first U.S. factory with billions in investments and thousands of new jobs. Foxconn is looking to build the country’s first liquid-crystal display factory and possibly other operations in the U.S. An announcement on Foxconn’s plans could come as soon as this week. Walker has refused to even confirm that he’s in negotiations with Foxconn, let alone disclose what enticements he’s extending. State lawmakers have said “huge, big numbers” are being discussed, but even they don’t know the details. Michigan recently approved a $200 million annual

job-creation tax incentive package to sweeten its o�er to Foxconn. “I hope that cooler heads prevail when putting these incentive packages together,” Steve Deller, a University of Wisconsin-Madison professor of agriculture and applied economics, said Tuesday. “Sometimes states get so caught up in playing the game that they lose sight of the costs these incentives incur. Wisconsin has historically not played that game.” Tom Still, president of the Wisconsin Technology Council, examined deals made in six other states to land large manufacturers. Based on those, if Foxconn is looking to build a plant that employs 10,000 people in Wisconsin, the state may have to o�er $2 billion in incentives to be paid over a period of years, Still said. Whether it’s worth the cost is “a calculation that policymakers will have to make,” Still said, but he thinks it would be a good deal “because of what a game-changer this could be for Wisconsin.” Democrats who are in the minority in the Legislature have been kept in the dark, said two members of the budget-writing committee. State Sen. Jon Erpenbach is worried that Walker may make promises that require legislative approval, then blame lawmakers if they don’t go along because of the cost.

“It’s a balance between making sure taxpayers are protected and we’re not giving away the store for the political gain for Scott Walker,” Erpenbach said. “If it’s a deal for both sides, that’s great.” Deller is also concerned that Walker — eager to bolster his resume as a job-creator as he heads into re-election next year — may give up too much. Walker ran in 2010 on the promise to create 250,000 jobs, but still hasn’t hit the mark. “If I was in the governor’s shoes, I would be making a very sweet o�er from the perspective of the company,” Deller said. “A sweet o�er from the perspective of Wisconsin taxpayers? Maybe not.” Deller said in addition to the cost to state taxpayers, schools and local governments could also be pinched because deals to large companies often allow them to escape paying property taxes, which pay for some local services. There are also unanswered questions about the quality of jobs that would be created, how much they would pay and how long they would last. Foxconn has replaced at least 40,000 of its workers in China with robots. But Democratic state Rep. Gordon Hintz said he’s optimistic because of what a large factory could mean to the state. “I just hope we get this right,” he said.

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The owners of a number of southern Illinois coal plants are appealing a ruling upholding what they call a bailout for Exelon nuclear plants in Illinois. The ruling, issued earlier this month in an Illinois federal court, said that the Future Energy Jobs Act passed by the General Assembly last year does not interfere with federal pricing. The lawsuit was brought by plaintiffs including Houston-based Dynegy, which owns a number of coal-fired plants in the state. They’re now appealing the ruling, maintaining that the law allows Exelon to sell energy for less since they’re subsidized. “The nuclear bailout program unfairly makes Illinois’ customers pay more for electricity than they need to while threatening jobs downstate while maintaining all of the economic benefits for northern Illinois,” Dean Ellis, senior vice president of Regulatory Affairs with Dynegy. “We’ve already started to see the impact of this decision on the markets with the most recent capacity auction clearing at a record low.” In a statement, officials with Exelon said the hearing upheld the belief that they provide a

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WASHINGTON — Senate Republicans and conservative activists quickly and loudly came to the defense of Je� Sessions on Tuesday, even as President Donald Trump continued to flirt with the idea of firing — or pushing out — the attorney general. “He’s a man of purpose and integrity,” said Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala., who said he spoke Tuesday morning with Sessions, who for 20 years was Shelby’s Senate colleague from Alabama. “I tell you what, he’d be hard to replace; he’s got a lot of goodwill on Capitol Hill,” Shelby said. Trump has gone after Sessions on Twitter since Saturday, calling him “beleaguered” and “weak.” Tuesday, he bashed his attorney general at an afternoon news conference, saying he was “very disappointed” with him for recusing himself from the Russia investigation that is bedeviling Trump’s young administration. “And if he was going to recuse himself, he should’ve told me prior to taking o�ce and I would’ve, quite simply, picked somebody else,” Trump said. “I think that’s a bad thing not for the president, but for the presidency,” the president added. He said he also wanted Sessions “to be much tougher on the leaks from intelligence agencies.” Asked whether Sessions will last in o�ce, Trump said, “We will see what happens. Time will tell. Time will tell.” At the same time, conservative media and Sessions’ former Senate colleagues were sending a unified message to quit ridiculing their friend. Conservative radio talk show host Mark Levin said it would be a “terrible mistake” for Trump to push Sessions out, noting he’s been “highly regarded” in conservative circles for 30 years. “I understand (Trump’s) upset that Sessions recused himself, but he will not get a better attorney general than Je� Sessions,” Levin said. Already, Republicans are hearing names floated as alternatives to Sessions, including former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani and Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas. But GOP senators refused to even entertain the suggestion of a replacement, instead presenting a united case for their old friend. Republicans control 52 of the Senate’s 100 seats. Since the Senate would have to confirm any attorney general nominee, GOP support for any replacement is crucial. Asked about the possibilities of Giuliani or others as an alternative, Shelby responded, “Sessions is a good, honorable man and

loyal man.” Cruz, who called reports of his consideration for the position “false,” said he would remain in the Senate and with no hesitation jumped to Sessions’ defense. “Je� Sessions is a friend and a strong conservative,” Cruz said. “I was proud to vote to confirm Je� and to vigorously defend his confirmation, and I’m deeply gratified that we have a principled conservative like Je� Sessions serving as attorney general.” Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., set the tone early Tuesday, calling Sessions a “rock-solid conservative” who “above all else” believes in the rule of law. Trump’s beef with Sessions is that he decided to recuse himself from any investigations into Russian meddling in the 2016 election after disclosures that he met with then-Russian ambassador, Sergey Kislyak, during the campaign. Graham also chided Trump for suggesting via Twitter on Tuesday that Sessions is “very weak” for not opening an investigation into Trump’s 2016 Democratic presidential rival, Hillary Clinton. Graham’s South Carolina colleague also expressed irritation with Trump’s repeated pillorying of Sessions, the first senator to embrace Trump’s campaign. “It is very di�cult to engender support among your team when you trounce upon the most loyal and dedicated of your supporters,” said Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., the Senate’s only black Republican. Scott endured sharp criticism in January for backing Sessions. The attorney general has been reluctant to support many civil rights measures. Scott called the suggestion of alternatives to Sessions “problematic. Ultimately, we have someone who is doing the job with integrity and who is making good decisions on behalf of the country.” Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, whose panel vetted Sessions, said he suggested to his onetime colleague that he recuse himself. Grassley told Fox News that he stood by the decision and hoped Sessions does not leave o�ce. “The attorney general should never be a wingman to the president,” Grassley said. “The attorney general works for the American people. And only the American people.” Trump wants a cozier relationship, White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci told radio talk show host Hugh Hewitt, pointing to president John F. Kennedy’s relationship with his brother, Robert, and President Barack Obama’s relationship with Eric Holder. Holder and Robert Kennedy served as attorneys general.

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Towns, sheriff seek to keep flood waters at bay By Jim Hagerty Contributor

WINNEBAGO COUNTY— The villages of Roscoe and Machesney Park are busy handing out sandbags as the Rock River continues to rise. According to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Department, residents may receive sandbags in the parking lot of the Machesney Park Mall, 8750 N. Second St.; and the Village of Roscoe Public Works Department, 5402 Swanson Road. While high river levels and some flooding has been reported in Rockford, significant water encroachment continues north of the city. River levels reached 9.73 feet Monday near Rockton and could crest around 12 to 14 feet as early as Wednesday, July 26. Although there is only a chance of showers this week, several inches of rain fell on the stateline in the past few days, including the front that caused flash flooding and river levels to wash over yards and into basements. Logs, fallen trees and other debris in the river are also causing ice jam-like conditions in some areas, lending to the severity of the problem. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the sheriff’s office closed the Rock to boat traffic over the weekend. Neighboring towns closed their river access points as well, including Cherry Valley’s decision to shut down the entire Baumann Park complex. “I listened in on a multi-agency conference call on Saturday morning and was impressed with the high degree of professionalism and coordination with the sheriff’s department, ComEd, hospitals, shelters, fire departments, other law enforcement agencies, municipalities, and the DNR with respect to the recent flooding in Winnebago County,” County Board Chairman Frank Haney said.

“(There were ) no egos—just teamwork and a focus on keeping people safe and preventing property damage. We will keep those impacted by flooding in our thoughts and prayers. Many thanks to Sheriff Gary Caruana and his team.” Approximately 4.11 inches of rain has fallen in the greater Rockford area since July 16. There is no rain in the forecast Wednesday, though temperatures are expected to peak around 90. Showers could return Thursday morning; the weekend is expected to be around 80 all three days and clear. Flood Warnings remained in effect for the Rock, Pecatonica and Kishwaukee rivers through Sunday. The Rock River remained closed at press time. Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner has issued a disaster proclamation in seven counties, including Carroll, Jo Daviess, Ogle, Lee and Stephenson because of flooding along the Rock and Pecatonica rivers there. More than 600,000 sandbags have been provided in the effort. Parts of Lake, McHenry, Kane and Cook counties are also under water, prompting more rescue and recovery partnerships among several state agencies. “We are working closely with officials in these counties to determine their need and quickly deploy fighting resources,” Rauner said in a release. “The (disaster) proclamation will ensure that we can continue to provide whatever assistance is needed to protect residents and critical infrastructure.” Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker declared a State of Emergency in 17 counties, including Dane and Rock. Officials in Beloit say the Rock River was at 9.28 feet Monday. Sandbags are also available at the New Milford Fire Department, 2177 Will James Road, New Milford. R. jim.hagerty@rockrivertimes.com

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Board divided over jail tablet plan By John Guevara Contributor

In 2017, it was decided that something must be done to reduce inmate violence. For the state of Colorado, the time to act had arrived. Both inmates and corrections officers suffer from violence in corrections facilities. And so, the Denver Post reports, 8,000 Colorado inmates are part of a tablet pilot program of GTL Corp. The goal is to provide free tablets to all Colorado prison inmates and ultimately reduce recidivism. Now, Winnebago County Sheriff Gary Caruana is moving forward on a plan to bring those tablets to the Winnebago County Jail. He emphasizes that the tablets will not cost county taxpayers a dime. In fact, Caruana says, these tablets will bring $900,000 to the county coffers. Who would give tablets, including free software, to corrections facilities, and even pay the facilities to take them? GTL, that’s who. GTL describes itself as “the corrections industry’s trusted, one-stop source for integrated technology solutions.” County board member Fred Wescott questions the move. “Why would we be putting tablets in the hands of prisoners? They’re not supposed to be rewarded for being in jail. And why would we put another potential weapon in their hands, for example, by breaking the glass,I think that’s too much risk.” Brian Peters, GTL executive director of inmate applications and hardware, was asked if the glass in the tablet was tempered. “Yes. This is a capacitive screen design… It can be considered tempered in that the glass is ‘sandwiched’ between layers of ‘film’—quite similar to a car windshield.” Pima County Arizona’s sheriff’s department currently provides tablets to its jail inmates. The Rockford Register Star quoted Pima County Captain Sean Stewart, who said, “It’s a humongous management tool.

Tablets like the one pictured are currently in use by more than 8,000 inmates in Colorado’s prison system. Sheriff Gary Caruana is interested in bringing a similar program to Winnebago County. If the inmate knows he can lose it, you are going to garner positive behavior.” In other words, the tablets are too precious an incentive for inmates to use as a weapon. The tablets are more than a management tool. Winnebago County jail superintendent Bob Redmond says, “We’re talking about a 40 percent reduction on inmate-to-officer violence, a 45 percent reduction on inmate-to-inmate violence, and a 60 percent reduction in suicides in Pima County.” Inmates are not using the tablets as weapons, Redmond says; they are using them as tools. The reductions in violence against officers is what turned County Board member Eli Nicolosi around on the issue. “One of the biggest components of this are the correction officer’s safety – the men and women working in the jail who put their lives on the line for us every day,” Nicolosi

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says. “I would like to see the correction officers well taken care of and in the loop on this if we move forward.” Nicolosi continued, “It would be helpful to board members to see reports on inmate incidents in the Sheriff’s monthly reports to us since this technology says it can drastically lower inmate incidents. “In an ideal world, these reports are given to us by both jail leadership and a few different correction officers that are actually on the floor so we can have the most accurate reports regarding everyone’s safety.”

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County board member Burt Gerl agrees. “At first, my feelings were mixed, mostly because of negative comments on social media, and how the jail shouldn’t be a place of comfort for inmates,” Gurl said. “After speaking with a correctional officer I trust, officers are hopeful that the tablets go through because it means a safer environment for inmates and staff. The additional funds mitigate the additional crunch of Springfield’s decision to pull public safety sales tax dollars away from the county.” Redmond says the benefits extend beyond reductions in violence or suicide. “It’s an educational tool. Inmates can do coursework without paper or pencil—a more dangerous weapon in many respects—and without having to move to a classroom.” “The tablet is the great equalizer,” says Peters. “We’re only beginning to understand how much impact it can have, especially on recidivism rates.” He does caution those who would argue that the tablets can replace human interaction in education or counseling. “We are trying to augment the human element. I think it would be naive of us to think that the tablet without the human, has value.” But County board member Gary Jury is not ready to make a decision. “I haven’t seen the contract yet,” Jury said. “We need to make sure that we’re not on the hook for any additional costs, and that the out clause doesn’t include a penalty.” Wescott says he’s definitely a no vote. “If it works, I’ll praise them. But right now, I can’t support it.” R.

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CITY

Development lawsuit settled; Barber Colman grant application approved BY JIM HAGERTY CONTRIBUTOR

CITY HALL — Rockford will pay $2.1 million to settle a lawsuit connected to a west side development that never happened. Aldermen agreed at the Monday, July 24, meeting of the Rockford City Council to pay out over the failed Renaissance Corners project. The complaint was filed in 2014 by Spring Creek Development Group, and was connected to the Renaissance Corners project near Springfield and Pierpont avenues. Initials plans amended the Springfield Corners TIF and tapped the 50-acre area for mixed-use and commercial development, including a sprawling medical park that catered to the elderly, veterans and Alzheimer’s su�erers. Crews prepped the site per a 2009 development agreement and ground was to break in 2010. But the project never moved past the first phase as economic conditions amid the Great Recession fizzled the plans, leaving contractors holding the bag for a slew of infrastructure costs. Proceeds of the settlement will cover those costs per the city’s agreement with the developer. The city will remain owner of the site. “It’s important to settle these obligations for two reasons,” Alderman Bill Rose, D-9, said. “The first reason is that if we continue to draw out the long legal process, it will end up costing the city more money. The second reason is that under the old administration, there were mistakes. Council was promised one thing and delivered another. It’s important moving forward that the new council see where we can be more cautious and more savvy with business development.” • In other city business, alderman agreed to send an application to the U.S. Economic Development Administration for

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The latest redevelopment plan for the former Barber Colman complex includes a RVC technical training center. Photo, Carly Rice a $3 million grant to resurrect the Barber Colman campus. The project will likely far exceed $3 million, city o�cials said. However, federal grant funds would match city and county pledges to spark development of the South Main Street facility that has been dark for more than 10 years. Initial funds would cover infrastructure, utility hookups and parking improvements.

Several ideas have been mulled for the Barber Colman site over the years. The latest is a plan to transform the longtime factory into Rock Valley College’s technical training center, which would complement the school’s downtown center inside the Rockford Register Star building. Although it was up for passage again, aldermen did not vote on an ordinance to authorize the sale and delivery of alcohol

on property owned and operated by the Rockford Public Library. The library has sold alcohol during after-hours special events for years but discovered earlier in 2017 it was in violation of state law. It is seeking a local permit pursuant to the Illinois Liquor Control Act. The Rockford City Council meets on the ﬁrst and third Monday of every month. R. jim.hagerty@rockrivertimes.com

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Nation

Senate to debate how many to lose health care By Erica Werner

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WASHINGTON — Prodded by President Donald Trump, a bitterly divided Senate voted at last Tuesday to move forward with the Republicans’ long-promised legislation to repeal and replace “Obamacare.” There was high drama as Sen. John McCain returned to the Capitol for the first time after being diagnosed with brain cancer to cast a decisive “yes” vote. The final tally was 51-50, with Vice President Mike Pence breaking the tie after two Republicans joined all 48 Democrats in voting “no.” With all senators in their seats and protesters agitating outside and briefly inside the chamber, the vote was held open at length before McCain, 80, entered the chamber. Greeted by cheers, he smiled and dispensed hugs — but with the scars from recent surgery starkly visible on the left side of his face. Despite voting “yes,” he took a lecturing tone afterward and hardly saw success assured for the legislation after weeks

of misfires, even after Tuesday’s victory for Trump and Republican leader Mitch McConnell. “If this process ends in failure, which seems likely, then let’s return to regular order,” McCain said as he chided Republican leaders for devising the legislation in secret along with the administration and “springing it on skeptical members.” “Stop listening to the bombastic loudmouths on the radio, TV and internet. To hell with them!” McCain said, raising his voice as he urged senators to reach for the comity of earlier times. At the White House, though, Trump wasted no time in declaring a win and slamming the Democrats anew. “I’m very happy to announce that, with zero of the Democrats’ votes, the motion to proceed on health care has just passed. And now we move forward toward truly great health care for the American people,” Trump said. At its most basic, the Republican legislation is aimed at undoing Obamacare’s unpopular mandates for most people to carry

insurance and businesses to offer it. The GOP would repeal Obamacare taxes and unwind an expansion of the Medicaid program for the poor, the disabled and nursing home residents The result would be 20 million to 30 million people losing insurance over a decade, depending on the version of the bill. The GOP legislation has polled abysmally, while Obamacare itself has grown steadily more popular. Yet most Republicans argue that failing to deliver on their promises to pass repeal-and-replace legislation would be worse than passing an unpopular bill, because it would expose the GOP as unable to govern despite controlling majorities in the House, Senate and White House. Tuesday’s vote amounted to a procedural hurdle for legislation whose final form is impossible to predict under the Senate’s byzantine amendment process, which will unfold over the next several days. Indeed senators had no clear idea of what they would ultimately be voting on, and in an indication of the uncertainty ahead, McConnell said the Senate will “let the voting take us where it will.” The

expectation is that he will bring up a series of amendments, including a straight-up repeal and fuller replacement legislation, to see where consensus may lie. Yet after seven years of empty promises, and weeks of hand-wringing and false starts on Capitol Hill, it was the Senate’s first concrete step toward delivering on innumerable pledges to undo former President Barack Obama’s law. It came after several near-death experiences for earlier versions of the legislation, and only after Trump summoned senators to the White House last week to order them to try again after McConnell had essentially conceded defeat. Democrats stood implacably opposed, and in an unusual maneuver they sat in their seats refusing to vote until it was clear Republicans would be able to reach the 50-vote margin needed to get them over the top with Pence’s help. “Turn back,” Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York implored his GOP colleagues before the vote. “Turn back now, before it’s too late and millions and millions and millions of Americans are hurt so badly.”

Energy & Environment

Exploring renewable energy at the fair By Drs. Robert & Sonia Vogl Contributors

Illinois is moving forward with both wind and solar PV, expected to issue RFPs for solar projects over two megawatts (MW), brownfields, and one-million Renewable Energy Credits for wind in August. Comment time will run through the month. August is also the month in which the Illinois Renewable Energy and Sustainable Lifestyle Fair is held each year. Renewable energy has always played a prominent role in the Fair, which was originally named the Illinois Renewable Energy Fair. The theme for this year’s fair is “Celebrating the Sun.” This year, an entire thread of workshops will be dedicated to renewables. Tamara Dzubay, the Keynote speaker (Saturday), will discuss the environmental Law and Policy Center’s many initiatives, including renewable energy projects. Featured Speaker Steve John (Sunday), founder and executive Director of the Agricultural Watershed Institute, who will describe the organization’s mission of research and education into projects including perennial biomass crops that will improve environmental conditions. He will present an optimistic future vision of biomass. In a workshop bridging the gap between renewable energy and garden-

ing, Oregon High School students will explain their experiments with alternative methods of growing vegetables in a solar greenhouse, donated to the school by the IREA, while completely off the grid (Sunday). Decommissioning nuclear power plants and switching to renewable energy will be addressed by the Coordinator of NEIS (Saturday). Solar powered cars? Solar roads? How will what we need fit in with what we already have? Are questions that Mr. Green Car will attempt to answer (Sunday). The owner of an electric car will tell what it’s like to own one, including humorous anecdotes from his own experiences (Sunday). Homes and buildings are included. While not strictly renewable energy, one presenter will explain how he changed a drafty, cold 150-year-old farmhouse into an efficient, airtight and soundproof, comfortable home (Saturday). Another will describe the use of an updated, ancient building technique, straw-clay (Saturday). An engineer active in the field of energy efficiency will explain how to conduct a home energy audit. An energy contractor will describe the obstacles to Net Zero Energy Buildings and how to overcome them (Saturday). An architect will present the findings of an experimental innovation, PV in glaz-

ing that permits daylight to pass through plus incorporation of north light and passive ventilation (Sunday). A homeowner and engineer will discuss his home-based projects which include solar electricity, energy saving measures such as triple pane windows, natural landscaping, electric car and electric yard tools. Presentation and group discussion. (Saturday). A solar installer will cover the basics of a solar PV system that will work on a home or business, costs and benefits, and how to get started (Saturday). A Q&A session will focus on geothermal for Midwest conditions – how it works, what it costs, and its potential benefits (Saturday). Some exhibits will also feature renewable energy and efficiency: Heavenly Winds, with PV solar and wind turbines; RE Powered (Saturday only), demonstrating a bio-gasifier, which uses many biofuels to produce clean fuel; SunAir Systems (Saturday only), which designs and installs systems with the owner’s help; Robert Haney and Associates, with design, application, and field support of electronic controls equipment; Water Furnace, a 35 year old company offering both heat pumps and trained contractors to install them; and an electric car display. The Sunclock, which was installed during a workshop two years ago, will be

available for viewing at the south end of the Fairgrounds. It is a “human interactive” sundial in which a person becomes the gnomen and the shadow tells the time. It is calibrated to the latitude and longitude of its location. Attend the Fair and become updated on renewable energy. The major sponsor of the Fair is the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation. We appreciate the support of The Rock River Times. R. Drs. Robert and Sonia Vogl are the President and Vice President of the Illinois Renewable Energy Association.

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Commentary

Why Foxconn should invest in Illinois ...and why it probably won’t. If you had $10 billion to invest in a business, would you sink that money into Illinois? Or would you think twice about locating in a tax-happy state that can’t pay its bills on time and sits atop a mountain of unfunded pension obligations? Granted, this is a hypothetical question for most people, but it’s real to Terry Gou. He’s chairman of Foxconn, the Taiwanese tech giant best known for assembling Apple iPhones. While the company does much of its work in China, Gou wants to produce LCD display panels and other gear in the U.S. in partnership with Sharp, which Foxconn owns. Gou has $10 billion to spend, and if he proceeds he will have as many as 10,000 jobs to fill ... somewhere. A handful of states are on his short list, including Illinois, according to several reports. That’s great news!

We’d love to sell Mr. Gou on Illinois, high-tech capital of the Midwest. Unfortunately, southeast Wisconsin is said to be Foxconn’s top pick, and we can guess why: Wisconsin isn’t a disaster area for employers and other taxpayers. In fact, every other state on Foxconn’s list looks better than Illinois by the basic measures of financial stability and pro-growth economies. Whoops, let’s amend that: Just about every state in the Union appears better off than jobs-unfriendly Illinois. Any business wanting to invest does an assessment of risk. Illinois, sadly, is a bad risk: It has the worst credit rating of any state owing to its massive debts and dysfunctional government. No one knows when Illinois might fix itself, or what such a plan will cost taxpayers, because the Democratic-led General Assembly and Republican governor don’t work together. The state passed a budget this month after a two-year standoff only when lawmakers rammed

“No one knows when Illinois might fix itself, or what such a plan will cost taxpayers, because the Democraticled General Assembly and Republican governor don’t work together.”

through a 32-percent income tax increase by overriding Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto. But a budget doesn’t change the big ugly picture, featuring $130 billion in unfunded pension obligations. Assuming Gou pits states against each other for incentives, Rauner indicated he’d play ball. There could be a point at which

Foxconn’s demands for tax benefits and other subsidies are too costly to justify, but Illinois is right to compete because the payoff would be enormous: Construction jobs to start, followed by thousands of permanent positions at Foxconn and an ecosystem of subcontractors and suppliers comprising thousands more jobs. Honestly, though, we worry that Illinois won’t make Foxconn’s cut. Wisconsin could win simply because of its proximity to Illinois’ workforce, without the Illinois baggage. Sure, having Illinoisans commute north to work at Foxconn would be better than nothing, but it hardly compares to a future in which Illinois is as welcoming to businesses as it used to be. Achieving that requires politicians working together to make Illinois attractive to investment. The sooner that happens, the better. –Chicago Tribune

Greater complexity to governor’s shakeup By Rich Miller

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n the end, Mike “Z” Zolnierowicz had only one choice. Gov. Bruce Rauner’s top political lieutenant, the man everyone calls “Z” who was most responsible for winning the 2014 Republican primary and the governor’s former state chief of staff, simply had to resign late in the afternoon on Friday, July 14. The week began with the early Monday morning firing of Richard Goldberg, Z’s hand-picked successor as Rauner’s chief of staff and his close friend. Rumors had circulated for months that First Lady Diana Rauner had turned on Goldberg and wanted him out, and in the previous few weeks it was known among a select few that the governor had been calling around looking for a possible replacement, including calling a couple of people in Indiana who declined the offer. But Z and others were totally caught off guard when Goldberg was abruptly fired and was not offered a position in the vast campaign apparatus that Z had constructed. Rauner had not only made a major decision without consulting Z, his supposedly number one guy, he had also

needlessly kicked Goldberg to the curb. Goldberg’s secretary was told in short order to pack up her stuff and then summarily escorted out of the building without being offered another position somewhere else. Before working for Goldberg, she had also been Z’s cherished secretary. She didn’t ask for an extended maternity leave when she had her second child. Instead, she was so committed to her duties that she’d often bring her infant with her to the office. Her callous treatment was widely seen as an unnecessary abomination as well as a direct affront to Zolnierowicz. The governor’s top staff was mainly put together by two people: Z and Goldberg. And the loudest critics in Rauner’s personal inner circle of those staffers included people at the top of the Illinois Policy Institute. When Rauner’s staffers were replaced by Illinois Policy Institute executives, it was seen as yet another jab at Z. Rauner and Z reportedly met a couple of days after Goldberg and others were fired and the governor asked Z to stay on. But by Friday, when several more staffers were given the boot or turned in their resignations, it was abundantly clear

to everyone that Rauner was going in a totally new direction. Rauner’s campaign side and his governing side should be on the same page, Z reportedly told the governor, so he tendered his resignation. In reality, I think Z probably would’ve been eventually moved out anyway by the coup plotters. If Goldberg had been eased out in the “traditional” way, perhaps being sent to the campaign or to some other group after consultation with people like Zolnierowicz; if the rest of the staff hadn’t been so shabbily treated; if the governor’s office hadn’t been so obviously outsourced to the Illinois Policy Institute, then Z likely wouldn’t have felt the need to leave. But if the sky was green, grass might be blue. So, what happens next? Z reportedly told the governor he was still willing to offer advice and help from the outside. He wouldn’t talk at all about it to me either on or off the record except to say that he believes Rauner still has a real chance at reelection. But Z’s departure is a potential disaster for this governor. It shows great weakness, and weakness is the deadliest virus in politics. If someone as loyal as

Z felt he had to leave, then what kind of person would ever work with Rauner now? Zolnierowicz is a lovable man with amazing skills, but who also has the ability to turn on and off the inner soul of a political killer — and that combination has served Rauner well. Z is the guy who built up the governmental and political apparatus to support Rauner. Without him, Rauner is just a limitless checkbook with a big mouth. For the last year and a half, top Rauner administration insiders have muttered their belief that John Tillman, who runs the Illinois Policy Institute, wanted to gain control of the governor’s state office, while conservative political activist Dan Proft wanted to control the governor’s campaign operation. To their minds, Tillman “succeeded” with Rauner’s staff purge because several of Tillman’s own staffers were brought on board. And the Monday after Z quit, one of Proft’s people, Matthew Besler, was given the helm of the governor’s political operation. It’s a whole new world, campers. Read Rich’s daily briefings from Springfield at capitolfax.com.

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Facing Trump’s proposals for cutting programs that help minorities and the poor, Democrats scramble to make up for missed chances to protect them. By Talia Buford ProPublica

iven how President Donald Trump has taken aim at the Environmental Protection Agency with regulatory rollbacks and deep proposed budget cuts, it may come as no surprise that the Office of Environmental Justice is on the chopping block. This tiny corner of the EPA was established 24 years ago to advocate for minorities and the poor, populations most likely to face the consequences of pollution and least able to advocate for themselves. It does so by acting as a middleman, connecting vulnerable communities with those who can help them. It heads a group that advises EPA officials about injustices and another that brings together representatives from other federal agencies and the White House to swap proposals. When it works, all the talk leads to grants, policies and programs that change lives. In the Arkwright and Forest Park communities in Spartanburg, South Carolina, residents were living near contaminated industrial sites and a landfill — and dying of respiratory illnesses and cancer at extraordinary rates. They used a $20,000 environmental justice grant from the EPA as seed money to form partnerships with local businesses and government agencies. Those alliances, in turn, helped bring more than $250 million in infrastructure, community health centers, affordable housing, environmental cleanups and job training to the area. Trump’s budget proposal would effectively eliminate the office and the $2 million it takes to operate it. An EPA spokesperson suggested in a statement that the agency doesn’t need a special arm devoted to environmental justice to continue this work. “Environmental justice is an important role for all our program offices, in addition to being a requirement in all rules EPA issues,” the statement said. “We will work with Congress to help develop and implement programs and continue to work within the Agency to evaluate new ideas to properly address environmental justice issues on an agency-wide basis.“ In theory, this is right. Federal agencies are required to consider the impacts of environmental and health-related decisions on the poor and minorities anyway — President Bill Clinton mandated they do so in an executive order. But, in practice, that order was vague and didn’t carry the force of law,

leaving each president to decide how little, or how much, to do. Now, with the Office of Environmental Justice’s fate in doubt, it’s become achingly apparent that well before Trump, those who purported to champion environmental justice — primarily Democratic legislators and presidents — did little to codify the progress and programs related to it, even when they were best positioned politically to do so. “We haven’t done enough,” acknowledged Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey. Booker and other Democrats are racing to file bills that save the Office of Environmental Justice and similar initiatives on an emergency basis, though they know they have little chance of success. “There’s no time like the present for doing what is right,” Booker said. “We can’t wait.”

The concept of environmental justice began bubbling up toward the end of the civil rights movement. But it wasn’t until 1982 that it began to really take hold. That’s when residents in the town of Afton in Warren County, North Carolina, mounted mass demonstrations against a landfill where the state planned to dump contaminated soil. The dirt was laced with toxins called polychlorinated biphenyls or PCBs, a now-banned substance that even then, the EPA knew to cause birth defects and potentially cancer. “We know why they picked us,” the Rev. Luther G. Brown, pastor of Coley Springs Baptist Church, said at the time. “It’s because it’s a poor county — poor politically, poor in health, poor in education and because it’s mostly black. Nobody thought people like us would make a fuss.” The protests and subsequent lawsuits didn’t stop the landfill; in the years since, the site has actually expanded. But the uproar was enough to spark Congress’ attention. In 1983, a government report found that three of the four landfills it examined were located in some of the region’s poorest or predominantly black communities. In 1987, a more expansive survey by the United Church of Christ Commission for Racial Justice found that nationally, hazardous waste facilities were more likely to be located in predominantly minority communities. “These were invisible problems in invisible communities until they organized themselves and started to have their own dialogue with EPA,” said Vernice Miller-Travis, a former member of the advisory council convened by the Office of Environmental Justice. Pressure was mounting for the government to act.

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nfortunately, for the last 20 years, we’ve been in a period of trying to find the right political moment when the stars align so that you might be able to get a bill through Congress.”

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In 1990, the EPA took a look at its policies, for the first time examining environmental risks through the lens of race and class. It issued a report in 1992 that found that “EPA should give more explicit attention to environmental equity issues,” collect better data, revise its enforcement and permitting programs, and communicate more with communities of color. It’s worth noting, this was a hot moment in American politics. President George H.W. Bush, a Republican, was defending his place in the White House against a young Democratic governor named Bill Clinton. The tenor of the debate was radically different from the most recent election; these candidates argued over who was a better environmentalist. Bush announced the creation of the Office of Environmental Equity, which would evolve into today’s Office of Environmental Justice. Its purpose in the 1990s was the same as it is today: Listen to communities, get their concerns in front of policymakers, funnel grant money into local projects. “We have been negligent,” Clarice Gaylord, the office’s first director told the St. Petersburg Times. “Now we will have to focus more on how we affect people.” Bush lost the election, but his replacement pushed forward on environmental justice, moving the mission beyond that one EPA office. Clinton signed an executive order in 1994 requiring federal agencies to consider environmental justice in all of their policies. He established policies that would allow people the right to participate in decisions that impacted them and ordered an analysis of health and environmental impacts for projects seeking federal permits. He also declared environmental injustice a violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act — the same law that sought to end segregation in schools. Now, communities could ask the EPA to investigate environmental discrimination. EPA could strip violators of funding until they got in line. “I think it’s important for people to understand that this is a first step,” EPA Administrator Carol Browner said at the time. “There are many, many more steps to come if we are really going to address the problems that these communities are raising.” In hindsight, this might have been the time to take

additional steps. For the first six years, lawyers were unclear on exactly how much power the executive order gave the EPA to enforce environmental justice via existing laws, like the Clean Air Act. A legal opinion eventually resolved that issue, but a broader problem remained: The executive order was more of a philosophical guide than a rigid list of requirements. Some have wondered, looking back, whether the language directing administrations to enforce environmental justice “to the greatest extent practicable” could have been stronger or more specific. Those invested in environmental justice would soon learn just how much rode on the sitting president.

George W. Bush didn’t approach environmental issues like his father. In addition to walking back arsenic standards for drinking water and refusing to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, the younger Bush’s administration began to erode environmental justice programs. Clinton’s executive order required every federal agency to consider the health and environmental impacts policies had on minority and low-income communities. Under Bush, the focus shifted to ensuring protections for “all people.” The EPA inspector general rebuked that position in a 2004 report, saying that reversing the emphasis on vulnerable communities had led to confusion, a lack of consistency and “return[ed] the Agency to pre-Executive Order status.” In 2006, the inspector general found that the EPA wasn’t conducting environmental justice reviews of its policies and programs, nor had it developed a framework to do so. The EPA office charged with policing environmental discrimination ground to a halt, amassing a backlog that stretched for a decade. The weakness of the executive order prompted Democratic legislators to sponsor bills almost every year to legally establish the advisory groups created under the executive order, force the EPA to abide by the IG report recommendations, and give citizens the right to sue under Title VI for environmental discrimination. The bills were

often championed by Democratic heavyweights — Sens. John Kerry and Hillary Clinton, and Reps. Hilda Solis and Mark Udall — but even when Democrats held the most power in Congress, they never came close to passing. “There’s not been an environmental justice bill that’s ever been put to a floor vote,” said Albert Huang, director of environmental justice at the National Resources Defense Council. “Politically, it’s a very attractive issue to introduce legislation around because it threads so many needles: civil rights, environment, social justice, low-income — so many issues,” said Huang. “But for those same reasons, it’s a lightning rod for moderates and conservatives because those issues are viewed as the most progressive and liberal of each of those topics.” By 2007, it was becoming clear that the promise of environmental justice was stalled. The United Church of Christ updated its toxic waste report and found that 20 years later, little had changed. Then, Barack Obama was elected. He’d promised in his campaign to “resurrect” civic environmental responsibility and to prioritize remediation efforts in “neglected communities so that living daily with extreme environmental pollution and health risks will be a condition of the past.” His administration raised the profile of the Office of Environmental Justice, audited the Office of Civil Rights and eliminated a backlog of cases against polluters (though it drew criticism from those who said it hadn’t done enough). It also took a laundry list of other incremental steps: developed strategic plans for environmental justice and enforcing civil rights, issued a case-resolution manual to guide investigations, and created a compliance toolkit to help state agencies stay within the bounds of the law. The administration added a senior adviser for environmental justice, who participated in high-level meetings at the EPA and advocated for vulnerable communities in major budget and policy decisions. But the Obama years also featured plenty of missed opportunities. Obama could have created an Office of Environmental Justice at the White House or installed senior advisers focused on the issue at every agency — not just the EPA — to help guide policy. He didn’t. And during the two years Democrats controlled the House, the Senate and the White House, they didn’t file a single bill focused on strengthening environmental justice protections like the ones filed during the Bush administration. The one big swing on the environment front came in 2009, with the American Clean Energy and Security Act, commonly known as the Waxman-Markey bill or cap-and-trade. It was the first major legislative effort to address climate change by placing limits on the amount of greenhouse gases facilities could emit, and allowing them to buy credits to offset overruns. It passed the House narrowly, but died in the Senate, as legislators focused their political capital on health care reform. When Democrats lost seats in 2010, the prospect for passing major environmental legislation faded.

July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times. There were other ways lawmakers could have pushed to protect or even expand environmental justice initiatives. They could have offered up amendments on federal spending bills that required withholding of funds from any jurisdiction that didn’t prioritize environmental justice, similar to riders Rep. Adam C. Powell Jr. proposed for school districts that refused to desegregate. But when it comes to environmental justice, legislative efforts have tended to be reactive, not proactive. The one environmental justice law proposed during the Obama administration came with the end of his presidency in sight. Rep. John Lewis, D-Ga., introduced the Environmental Justice Act in February 2016, with the presidential campaign in full swing and Donald Trump — thanks to a spree of primary wins — emerging as the GOP frontrunner. Even then, the EPA was emerging as a potential target for cuts and regulatory changes. “Mr. Speaker,” Lewis said on the House floor, introducing the measure, “there is still much work to be done.” But that bill, like the others that came before it, went nowhere.

Six months into the Trump administration, environmental regulation and enforcement is in broad retreat. Changes at the EPA have made it easier to dump coal-mining waste in waterways, spew greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere and spray a pesticide that has been found to damage the developing brains of children. Attorney General Jeff Sessions has banned settlements in cases that allowed companies to fund community projects not directly related to their violations. For example, when Harley Davidson was cited for selling equipment that polluted the air, it agreed to give $3 million to an American Lung Association program to help people replace wood stoves with cleaner appliances — a move toward clean air that was unrelated to motorcycles, but would’ve helped low-income homeowners. Last week, the Department of Justice said it didn’t have to pay. “Any settlement funds should go first to the victims and then to the American people — not to bankroll third-party special interest groups or the political friends of whoever is in power,” Sessions said when he announced the policy last month. Key members of the administration have sharply different views on environmental justice than their Obama administration predecessors. Trump’s nominated top environmental prosecutor Jeffrey Bossert Clark — who defended BP against state claims arising from that same oil spill — once called environmental justice an overstepping “crusade.” In addition to shutting down the Office of Environmental Justice, the proposed budget reduces funding for civil and criminal enforcement of environmental laws, and directs the agency to curtail enforcement inspections as much as possible. The proposal prompted the head of the environmental justice office, Mustafa Santiago Ali, to resign in March. The cuts send a message that the opinions and lives of those who live in vulnerable communities aren’t valued — a message that’s clearly intentional, Ali said. “These are not dumb people leading the agency,” Ali said of the Trump administration’s choices at the EPA. “You may not agree with how they do business, but they have a strategy. You weaken policy development when you don’t have an Office of Environmental Justice to play a role in that space. “You’re placing communities’ health at risk, and most people don’t get that,” he continued. “When you’re building a house, if you start pulling bricks out of the

foundation, it will weaken and eventually, a collapse will happen.” The White House did not respond to questions from ProPublica about the proposal to cut the office or the president’s position on the federal government’s role in issues of environmental justice. A House Appropriations bill currently awaiting a floor vote proposes a less drastic cut for the EPA. EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, who was a longtime opponent of the agency, hasn’t explicitly articulated an approach to environmental justice, but his public statements prior to taking the agency’s reins echo those of the Bush administration. “I agree that it is important that all Americans be treated equally under the law,” he said in written responses to questions raised during his confirmation hearing, “including the environmental laws.” The language sounds fair on its face, said Huang, of NRDC, but ignores that environmental harm is not experienced equally by all communities. “They’re saying environmental justice is for everybody, regardless of your race,” he said. “It’s like saying ‘All Lives Matter’ but for environmental justice.” Communities have already done the work of proving that minorities and the poor bear more environmental costs than others, Miller-Travis said. “Do we have to do that again? Will they accept that data or will we have to go back to ‘everybody is in harm’s way’ which is where they started?” Early statistics suggest that Trump’s administration may be less stringent on environmental enforcement than his most recent predecessors. The EPA Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance investigates cases of potential environmental crimes cases, then turns them over to the Department of Justice for prosecution. It’s unclear how many cases the EPA’s enforcement arm referred to the Justice Department, but in the first four months of the Trump administration, 133 environmental cases have been prosecuted. By comparison, 315 cases were prosecuted in the first four months under George W. Bush and 171 in the first four months under Obama. Trump’s nominee for head of EPA enforcement, Susan Parker Bodine, a former lobbyist and head of the Office of Solid Waste under Bush, offered her support of environmental justice initiatives during her confirmation hearing. “Yes, I will be a champion for communities of color and communities of poverty,” she said. But Clark, who’d decide whether to prosecute the cases Bodine investigated, has been less sympathetic. Clark served as Mitt Romney’s energy policy advisor in the 2012 campaign and is a member of the Federalist Society, a conservative legal group. During a 2010 Federalist Society panel, Clark said the EPA’s environmental justice focus overstepped its boundaries and that locating a facility in a low-income neighborhood isn’t the same as racial or gender discrimination. “That is just not an equation that works,” Clark said. “And I think actually most of the people who live in those areas now would say if there’s a new plant opportunity, bring it on.” Former DOJ officials and colleagues spoke positively of Clark’s legal abilities and dismissed concerns that his personal beliefs would filter to his work. At his confirmation hearing, Clark wasn’t asked explicitly about environmental justice, but generally defended his ability to be impartial. “When in private practice, if you have a client, your job is to defend them,” Clark said. “I don’t think [my past work will] affect my general ability to enforce federal law.” Clark declined an interview request from ProPublica, as did Pruitt. Bodine did not respond to an e-mail requesting an interview.

Just as they did under Bush, Democrats under Trump are once again filing bills to try to preserve environmental justice initiatives. In the House, two bills proposed in May by three freshmen representatives would create an environmental justice czar in the president’s office and establish by law the Office of Environmental Justice at the EPA. The legislation, and a resolution on the importance of environmental justice, is an extension of the work Washington Rep. Pramila Jayapal, California Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragan and Virginia Rep. A. Donald McEachin did before coming to Congress. “We’re still trying on numerous levels ... to bring forward the disproportionate burden communities of color face and the institutionalized racism that exists within our systems of government,” Jayapal said. “It’s not easy to talk about, but it’s true. If we want to address environmental justice, we have to recognize that not all people are suffering equally.” Twenty-two Democratic senators signed a letter in May asking for the Appropriations Committee to override Trump’s budget and fund EPA’s civil rights and environmental justice offices, saying the cuts are “putting all Americans at risk, and especially those Americans who bear a disproportionate burden of exposures to pollution.” “These communities have long been suffering under unconscionable conditions,” said Booker, one of the signatories. “We’re not doing enough to stop this evil.” Booker expects to introduce an environmental justice bill after Labor Day, and while the contours are still murky, the legislation is being guided by conversations with advocates and people dealing with environmental hazards, and by his own visits to hog farms in North Carolina and landfills in Alabama. Public support for environmental justice efforts has gotten a boost from the Flint water crisis and the Standing Rock protests, which raised awareness. This could encourage more legislators to push back against proposed cuts to the EPA, advocates said. But depending on how the bill is structured, it could open up settled law and make a target of some existing protections, said environmental justice consultant Miller-Travis. “I wouldn’t want to give them a chance to look at amending the Clean Air Act,” Miller-Travis said. “I don’t trust these people. … We’re in a defensive posture. We’re trying to defend that which we have. I would be elated to be proven wrong at the end of the day, but it’s going to take every ounce of integrity, resources, muscle … to defend and hold onto the rights we have so painstakingly worked to achieve.” Republicans have sought to add language or otherwise prohibit funding for environmental justice initiatives in at least 13 bills since 2006. In February, Rep. Sam Johnson, R-Texas, re-introduced his Wasteful EPA Programs Elimination Act, which would cut 13 programs — including the environmental justice office — and close EPA field offices. The goal, Johnson told ProPublica, is to “save taxpayers’ money and reduce the size of a government agency that has grown too big for its britches.” Much of the work of the EPA, including environmental justice, Johnson said, would be better handled by states. The political climate makes it difficult for proponents of environmental justice to be optimistic. “Unfortunately, for the last 20 years, we’ve been in a period of trying to find the right political moment when the stars align so that you might be able to get a bill through Congress,” said Miller-Travis. “Is this a moment when I think we can get something passed that expands civil rights and equal protection? I don’t think this is that moment. That doesn’t mean we won’t try.”

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VOICES OF THE COMMUNITY

Swedes to host back-to-school supply drive On average, parents will spend $674 on school supplies this year according to the National Retail Federation. That’s why SwedishAmerican is teaming up with Rockford Public School District 205 and hosting a Back-to-School Supply Drive for area families and children who are less fortunate. The drive will take place Aug. 1-15. Bins will be located at the following locations: SwedishAmerican Main Entrance – 1401 E. State St.; SwedishAmerican Heart Hospital Entrance – 1344 Charles St.; Camelot Tower – 1415 E. State St.; Renaissance Pavilion - 1340 Charles St.; Ninth Street Center – 209 9th St.; SwedishAmerican Plaza – 2550 Charles St.; SwedishAmerican Regional Cancer Center – 3535 N. Bell School Road. “SwedishAmerican’s number one goal is to lessen the pressure on these family’s budgets who simply can’t a�ord purchasing back-to-school supplies,” says SwedishAmerican Foundation Director Laura Wilkinson. “With the support of our more than 3,000 Associates and the community, we can lighten the load and ultimately help these children start the school year o� right, with the supplies they need to help them learn and grow.” SwedishAmerican is accepting school supplies, gift cards and cash donations. Gift cards and cash donations can be dropped-o� or mailed to the SwedishAmerican Foundation o�ce, 1415 E. State Street, Suite 100. Other supplies needed include: Backpacks; #2 Pencils; Markers & Crayons; Erasers; Glue Sticks; Scissors; Spiral Bound Notebooks; Pocket Folders; andLoose Leaf Paper. All supplies will be donated and delivered to Rockford Public School District on the ﬁrst day of school, August 21. SwedishAmerican outlying clinics also are participating and donating supplies to their local school districts. For more information contact the SwedishAmerican Foundation at 779-696-2496. –SwedishAmerican

Chess history happens in Rockford

On Saturday, May 6, Coach Roland Brown and “The Chess at the Church” of Miles Memorial CME Church hosted a Chess Simultaneous Exhibition, featuring Grandmaster and 2008 U.S. Chess Champion, Yury Shulman. The competition took place at the cafeteria campus of Je�erson High School. GM Shulman was willing to play anyone who wanted to play him. People from all backgrounds and chess experiences came to play. All the games were played at the same time. This

Right: Moves from U.S. Chess Grandmaster Yury Shulman’s loss to 15-year-old Rockford-native Elijah Patterson in a match at Jefferson High School, May 6.

same event happened last year where GM Shulman played 52 contestants and won all 52 games. This time, GM Shulman faced 51 opponents. He defeated 50 players and lost only once–to a 15-year-old Rockford native named Elijah Patterson. Patterson is the son of proud parents Chris and Janet Patterson and his coach is Joe Guth. In order to make this authentic, the grandmaster had to sign the notation sheet of the game to verify the opponent won the match. GM Shulman honorably signed Elijah’s game. According to sources, this makes the ﬁrst time in Rockford’s Chess History that a Grandmaster lost to a challenger in Rockford. This event has given Elijah the conﬁdence to play better chess, as he went on to win the Orwell Open chess tournament in DeKalb, June 24. Patterson won 3.5 games out of four, defeating three opponents and drawing his last game. As a result, Patterson’s chess rating went up by several hundred points. –Sta� report

1st Annual Bite Nite announces winners

The First Annual Bite Nite at City Market Pavilion was held Saturday, July 22. The food festival featured 20 restaurants from Rockford, Loves Park, Roscoe and Rockton. Over 50 food items were for purchase with live music and children’s activities for those in attendance. Guests voted on their favorites in five categories, and the winners were: Best Appetizer: Eggroll from Wok n Roll by Bamboo; Best Spoonful: Mexican Corn from Lulu’s Roasted Corn; Best Handheld: Prime Spear from The Ho�man House; Best Sweet Bite: Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bite from 808 Cheesecake; and Judges Favorite: Fried Brussel Sprouts from Pig Minds Brewing Co. Proceeds benefitted the Rock River Development Partnership (RRDP), the non-profit organization that runs events such as the Rockford City Market, the Rockford Vintage Market and the North End City Market. RRDP plans to make Bite Nite an annual event. –RRDP Let us know what your company or organization is doing. Submit your notices to contact@rockrivertimes.com.

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Lost venues: Local school halls Before Rockford’s Metro Centre was built and up and running in 1981, it wasn’t uncommon for concerts to be booked at local high schools around the area. Rockford Boylan, Beloit College, Rock Valley College,

Harlem High School and others hosted some rocking shows throughout the 1970’s and early 80’s. For this weeks Rockford Rocked Interview installment, we continue our look at

Rockford’s Lost Venues, with your memories of some of the area’s concert halls of yesteryear. R.

Angel at Harlem High School was my very ﬁrst concert! My older sister was a huge Angel fan, she had a major crush on Greg Giuffra the keyboard player and had every Angel album. She managed to maneuver her way to the front row by the time they came on stage. It was my ﬁrst exposure to pot smoke and that gymnasium was so full of it. –Susan Schifferdecker I was at the REO Speedwagon show at Harlem High School. Great up-close concert. I think it was 1977. –Rosa Frickson I remember Styx playing at Boylan in 1974, my freshman year. –Tim Austin I Saw REO at Rock Valley College; not impressed. Never liked the lead guitar solo sound even though guitarist Gary Richrath used old Sunburst Les Pauls. –Doug Campbell I was at Rock Valley College in 1974 for the Wishbone Ash show. I was already a big Wishbone Ash fan by that time! Great concert. –Mark Heckman Blood Rock played Rock Valley College and I went with some of my friends. We were kicked out for smoking pot, but they waited outside for the rest of us to enjoy the concert. Good times. –Sharon Davis Harradine Cheech and Chong at Rock Valley 1973—I was there. I was 13 years old and had recently purchased their album Big Bambu. –Mark A. Ricotta I remember seeing the band Albatross at West High School. Great band. They had an album out and played “Twenty-First Century Schizoid Man” by King Crimson. –Kip-Ray Finnan Rare Earth played at Rock Valley College sometime during the mid-70s. I remember Ronnie James Dio’s band Elf opened the show. –Becky Lynn Kelso Find more at facebook.com/RockfordRockedInterviews.

The Rock River Times. July 26, 2017

FILM REVIEW

Dunkirk a remarkable achievement BY THOMAS SIMPSON

CONTRIBUTOR

hristopher Nolan first had the idea for Dunkirk around 25 years ago. Knowing the scale the production would entail, he felt he needed a few blockbusters under his belt before being able to do justice to his story. One of the most acclaimed directors in Hollywood today, it’s safe to say that Nolan gained the experience. What is fascinating about Dunkirk is that it doesn’t celebrate a victory in World War II. No American forces save the day as the British and French armies find themselves surrounded on the beaches by the Germans. The script is told in a non-linear narrative by three separate threads; one beginning on land covering one week (The Mole); one on the sea covering one day (The Sea); and one in the air covering one hour (The Air). Rather than telling real life stories, Nolan has created fictional characters for the film. The focus isn’t on who they are or where they come from, it’s whether they will be saved. It doesn’t take long for the action to start with the film maintaining a steady yet intense pace throughout its runtime. The violence is hard hitting but not gratuitous or gory. The ominous sound of the German bombers intertwines with Han Zimmer’s score, generating tension as the Allied soldiers find themselves sitting ducks. This is an epic war movie told in a reserved manner. The audience is surrounded with horror from the outset but this is a grounded spectacle that carries the weight of human cost. There is a surprising lack of dialogue that you won’t even notice until the credits have rolled. The visuals carry the plot which is gripping and uncomfortable. The aerial battles between the RAF and the Luftwa�e thrilling encounters free of any vulgarity. Tom Hardy and Jack Lowden play the pilots tasked with saving the boys on the beach with both playing integral parts to the plot, yet neither taking center stage. That’s one of the reasons Dunkirk works so well, despite an ensemble cast that features Hardy, Kenneth Branagh, Cillian Murphy and a debuting Harry Styles, this isn’t a tale of “a” hero, this is a story about individual attempts of survival. Egos are checked at the door with Murphy’s characters credited only as Shivering Soldier. The cast are truly captivating, most notably Fionn Whitehead and Aneurin Barnard who are two young men driven by a fear and desire to get o� the beach. The tension isn’t reserved for the war

screens as Nolan constructs incredible drama on a civilian boat as its small crew finds itself in conflict with Murphy’s soldier when after being rescued from the sea, realizes the vessel is sailing to Dunkirk, not away from it. Dunkirk is a stunning piece of cinema that is endured as much as enjoyed. Not a grueling slog by any means, the film’s a presentation of war without glorifying

the awful abhorrence of it all. Nolan’s ﬁlm doesn’t celebrate the failure of Dunkirk but highlights the immense courage of the humans involved while not shying from the pain and despair that it caused. A remarkable achievement and a movie that will stay with you. R. Thomas is a writer and ﬁlmmaker based in Glasgow, U.K. Find him on Twitter: @Simmy41.

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RACVB View

Rocktown kayak adventure on the Rock River By Sarai Guererro Not sure about you, but it feels like summer is going by so fast! While it might seem like a short time until summer is over, there’s still lots of time left to get outside and adventure! And you can do that right in Rockford! Head to Rocktown Adventures and they will seriously hook you up. If you’re not familiar with Rocktown Adventures, they’re located at 313 N. Madison Street in downtown Rockford. They specialize in kayaking, paddle boarding, private lessons, group lessons, and even summer youth camps! Some of the RACVB staff met up at Rocktown Adventures where we then

were shuttled to Martin Park to have a group kayak lesson on the Rock River. If you’ve never been kayaking, there is seriously no need to worry, the staff is so helpful and clear when it comes to training. Our guide, Jamie, taught us the proper way of getting into the kayak and before heading out, explained all that we needed to do and know for a successful kayak trip. She made all of us feel completely comfortable before heading out on our kayak adventure. Once we had our life jackets on and we all were in our kayaks, we ventured out onto the Rock River! Jamie led us and we followed along for a fun ride. I personally had a little trouble steering my kayak once I first got onto the water,

and I have no doubt my coworkers had a nice laugh watching me struggle...but Jamie came to the rescue and directed me in navigation! I quickly got the hang of it and had no trouble afterwards! I won’t lie, there were a couple of times I hit other kayaks with mine, but it just made the adventure more fun. On our ride down the Rock River, we passed by some beautiful sceneries, friendly boaters enjoying their time on the Rock River, and some iconic Rockford attractions like the Riverfront Museum Park and Nicholas Conservatory. At first it was actually kind of scary to have the boats pass by us as they were coming fast, but it wasn’t bad! They would pass by and wave hello to us. It was

fun because after they would pass, the wakes from the boats would gently rock our kayaks back and forth. We ended our kayak ride at Prairie Street Brewhouse and I definitely think I could have gone anther hour or two because it was such a beautiful day and it was just so calming and peaceful to be outside. Not to mention I felt like my arms got a good workout. I would completely recommend a kayak trip with Rocktown Adventures before summer ends! It’s a unique way to experience the Rock River! Find out more about Rocktown Adventures and more outdoor activities at gorockford. com/things-to-do/outdoor-activities.

Jamie from Rocktown Adventures describes kayak safety at Martin Park

Rocktown Adventures kayaks docked at Prairie Street Brewhouse

RACVB staff kayaks down the Rock River near Prairie Street Brewhouse

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A&E Happenings Arts & Theater

Attractions The ARC - 1222 E. State St., Beadware Mondays 1-4 p.m.; Open Studio Wednesdays & Thursdays 1-4 p.m. The Art Box – 308 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: 815-758-0313. Artists’ Ensemble Theatre – Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. Info: 815-394-5004. ArtSpace West Gallery – 1426 N. Main St. Wed.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. Info: 815-963-1894. Beloit Fine Arts Incubator – 520 E. Grand Ave., Beloit, Wis. Gallery hours: Mon.,10 a.m.-2 p.m. ; Tues.Fri., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sat.,10 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: 608-322-4250. For further information please visit BeloitFineArtsIncubator.com or call the gallery at 608-313-9083. Beloit College – Logan Museum of Anthropology, Shaw Gallery, 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. Tues.Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 608-363-2828. Belvidere Performing Arts Center – 1500 E. Ave., Belvidere. Tickets available at Tickets.thestudiorockford.com or 815-332-2205. Byron Civic Theatre – 850 N. Colfax, Byron. Info: 815-312-3000 or bctmagic.com. Cadillac Palace Theatre – 151 W. Randolph St., Chicago. BroadwayInChicago.com. The Castle - The Castle Performing Arts Center at 501 Prospect St. is Beloit’s newest home for the arts. For information visit thecastlebeloit.com or call 608-346-3114. Coronado Performing Arts Center – 314 N. Main St. 815-968-5222 or coronadopac.org. DeKalb Area Women’s Center Galleries - 1021 State St., DeKalb. Fridays, 7-9 p.m. Info: 815-758-1351. Ingrid Dohm Studio Gallery – 839 N. Perryville Road. Appointments/Info: 815-519-6492. Fireside Dinner Theatre - 1131 Janesville Ave., Fort Atkinson, WI. (800) 477-9505 Freeport Art Museum – 121 N. Harlem Ave., Freeport. Info: 815-235-9755. Gallery C – 900 Jackson St., Suite 113, Dubuque, Iowa. The Gallery At JustGoods – 201 Seventh St. Info: 815-965-8903. Horseflower’s Creative Hotspot - Located in the historic SM & SF building (upstairs) at 1019 3rd Ave. in the heart of Midtown. Open ThursdaySaturday 12-6 p.m. or by appointment, second Friday of the month until 8 p.m. More information contact Lenny at (815) 501-2375 or email kandinskys.c.g.2015@gmail.com. Charlotte Hackin Art Studio & Gallery – 6278 Brynwood Drive, Rockford. Info: 815-639-1318. Kortman Gallery – 107 N. Main St. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: 815-968-0123. Main Street Players of Boone County – Community Building Complex, 111 W. First St., Belvidere. mainstreetplayersofboonecounty.com. Monroe Arts Center – 1315 11th St., Monroe, Wis. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 608-325-5700. NIU Art Museum – Northern Illinois University, Altgeld, 116, DeKalb. David C. Olson Photography Studio – 5643 East State Street. Wildlife and nature imagery. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday. Free. Info: 815-873-1777; www.davidolsonphoto.com. Pec Playhouse Theatre – 314 Main St., Pecatonica fo: 815-239-1210 or pecplayhouse.org. Rockford Art Guild - Meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday every month at Womanspace of

Rockford, 3333 Maria Linden Dr. The Rockford Art Guild (RAG) is a supportive and encouraging group of people who have a strong passion for the arts. Each member has opportunities to improve, explore, and challenge themselves in ways they would not find elsewhere. Guild members work together to increase the appreciation of art in the Rockford area. The Public is invited. For more information visit www.RockfordArtGuild. Rockford Art Museum - 711 N. Main St.. For more information visit rockfordartmuseum.org. Rockford Dance Company – Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. Info: 815-815-963-3341 or 815-968-0595. Rockford University Art Gallery – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. Info: 815-226-4105. Rockford University Performing Arts Department and Maddox & CheekTheatres - 5050 E. State St. For more information call 815.226.4100 or visit rockford.edu/artslectures/performingartsseason. Stage Coach Theater - 126 S. 5th St., DeKalb. Tickets and information at stagecoachers.com or 815-758-1940. State of the Art – 218 E. State St. Open Tues.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. and by appointment. “First Friday” events until 8 p.m. Info: 815-979-1944. 317 Studio and Gallery- 317 Market St. Stop by for Open Studio Thursday and Friday nights from 5-8 p.m. and Saturday from 12-5 p.m. Our gallery is open Tuesday-Saturday 12-2 p.m., also open during evening hours, check calendar for times or call. 317studiogallery.com or 815-315-7000 Timber Lake Playhouse – 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll. Info: 815-244-2035. timberlakeplayhouse. org. Without Shoes Modern Dance Company – Maddox Theatre, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. Womanspace – 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Info: 815-877-0118. Woodstock Opera House – 121 E. Van Buren St., Woodstock. Info: 815-338-5300. Woodstock Weavers Guild – Old Courthouse Arts Center, 101 N. Johnson, Woodstock. Info: 815-399-1630. Wright Museum of Art – Beloit College, 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. Free. Info: 608-363-2095. Today-Sunday Godspell: The Gospel According to Today - RVC Starlight Theatre, 3301 N Mulford Road. Times vary. Call 815-921-2160 for tickets or visit rvcstarlight.com. Friday Coffee with the Curator: Jenny Mathews + Thomas Vaultonburg - Rockford Art Museum, 711 N Main St. 10-11 a.m. Free. $5 Family Fridays - Rockford Art Museum, 711 N Main St. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission for the entire family is just $5 to experience kid-friendly feature exhibition BITTERSWEET OBSERVATIONS. Every Friday, all day, from June 16 through Sept. 8. Saturday Poetry + Illustration Workshop (ages 7–12) - Rockford Art Museum, 711 N Main St. 10-11:30 a.m. This two-part workshop will introduce kids to the worlds of poetry and illustration. They will learn the elements of poetry as they write an original poem in the first session. In the second, led by exhibiting artist Jenny Mathews, they will create

an illustration to go with their poem, leaving with a matted artwork! Register online or call RAM: 815-968-2787. Storytime Saturdays - Rockford Art Museum, 711 N Main St. 10-11:30 a.m. Join Rockford Public Library’s children’s librarians in a weekly storytime in the Rockford Art Museum galleries. Parents and kids will experience the feature exhibition while participating in an engaging story and small craft project. Tailored for ages 2–5, open to all.

Music

Ongoing Open Stage at Mandalay Lounge - Monday-Sunday beginning at 5 p.m. 200 North Church Street. DJ/Karaoke - Mortimer’s Roadhouse, 105 W. Grove in Poplar Grove. 815-765-0082. DJ/Karaoke w/ RPM every Friday, DJ/Karaoke w/ DJ Double D every Saturday Mary’s Place - 602 N. Madison St. marysplacebar. com. Open Stage, Tues. & Thurs. 9:30 p.m.-close; Karaoke, Wed. 9:30 p.m.-close. Bruce L. Warden - For listening & dining every Friday and Saturday 5-9 p.m. at Hoffman House, 7550 E. State St. Today Harlan Jefferson at Alchemy - 610 N Bell School Road. 6:30-9:30 p.m. The Lowest Pair - Performing at Severson Dells, 8786 Montague Rd., beginning at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $10 for Friends of Severson Dells, $15 for General Admission. Join us for an evening of strumming good tunes with The Lowest Pair. This duo from Minnesota has been described as ‘voices just born to sing bluegrass and old-time’ and ‘a music marriage made in heaven’. Friday Taking Back Emo - District Bar & Grill, 205 W State St. 9 p.m. No cover. 21-over. Law & Love - Mary’s Place, 602 N Madison St. 9:30 p.m. Dave Weld and The Imperial Flames - Performing at 7 p.m. at the Mt. Morris Jamboree 2 blocks south of Rt. 64 on Wesley Ave. in Mt. Morris. Mike Williamson Trio - Performing from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free admission. Saturday Cole Brandt - Graystone Grill, 1900 Reid Farm Road. 6-9 p.m. Luke Pitney with Nathan Fry - Mary’s Place, 602 N Madison St. 7:30 p.m. Missing Links - Big Al’s Bar, 610 N Bell School Road. 8:30-11:30 p.m. The Missing Links have been a musical powerhouse in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin for 50 years. Black Diamond Music Festival - The first Annual black Diamond Music Festival will take place at Krape Park Band Shell, 1799 S. Park Blvd., in Freeport. Live music will begin at 10 a.m. and continue until 11 p.m. The line-up will have nearly a dozen bands and several solo acts and admission is completely free. For more information call Deb at 815-233-0118 or email blackdiamondmusic1@yahoo.com.For a schedule of performers visit Black Diamond

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Black Diamond Music Fest Sat. July 29, 2017 - 11am–10pm Krape Park - Band Shell - Freeport IL Alternate Venue: Loose Screw, German Valley

free bands all day come spend the day 815-233-0118 blackdiamondmusic@yahoo.com Follow us on Facebook Music Festival on Facebook. Alternate venue is The Loose Screw, 45 Church St., in German Valley. Carl Cole & Company - Performing from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free admission. Tuesday, August 1 Michael McDermott w/ Tentacles Everywhere - Tuesday Evening in the Gardens, Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. 5:45 p.m. FREE for Garden Members, Cost of Regular Garden Admission for Non-Members. Guests allowed to set-up picnic areas starting at 5. Wednesday, August 2 The Way Down Wanderers - Performing at Severson Dells, 8786 Montague Rd., beginning at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $10 for Friends of Severson Dells, $15 for General Admission. Equal parts fast-paced and soulful, 5-piece modern-folk Americana act, The Way Down Wanderers, draw listeners in with energy, originality and soulful generosity. Youthful and professionally trained, these young men captivate audiences with soaring instrumentals, foot stomping sing-alongs and a lively stage show and have created a buzz for themselves with their unplugged, off-stage encores and propensity for performing self-titled, “restSTOMPS” - free acoustic sets at rest & truck stops along their tour routes. Saturday, August 5 Southern Heritage - Performing at Westmor Lanes, 2407 N. Central Ave., beginning at 8 p.m. No cover. Sunday, August 20 Trinadora Rocks Woodsong Concert - Pack your blanket, a picnic dinner and a bottle of wine and sit back and enjoy the show in the midst of our fragrant Fountain Garden! Klehm will close at 3 p.m. and reopen at 4 p.m. for Woodsong attendees to enjoy the grounds before the show starts at 6 p.m. Trinadora Rocks is noted for their versatility as well as their musicianship. They can play entire concerts of Latin, Celtic, country, jazz, Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline, or Hank Williams music. Concert takes place at 2715 S. Main St.

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Find more listings at RockRiverTimes.com/Happenings Saturday, September 16 Kraig Kenning - Performing at Severson Dells, 8786 Montague Rd., beginning at 4 p.m. Admission is $10 for Friends of Severson Dells, $15 for General Admission. Kraig Kenning is returning to Severson Dells to help celebrate the conclusion of the Forest Quest Scavenger Hunt (see more about this event further on in the newsletter). Come and join the festivities and enjoy the wonderful contemporary folk/blues/roots rock/Americana style of Kraig Kenning on the outdoor Grove stage. www.kraigkenning.com.

Community

Ongoing Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $8 for ages 13 & older, $7 for ages 3-12, free for children younger than 4 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. 815-965-3433. Camp Grant Museum - 1004 Samuelson Rd. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Tues.-Fri., Sat. to 1 p.m. Closed Mon. & Sun. Adult $10, Children 8 up $5, Free for 7 or below. Special group hours available. Free admission with meal at Command Post Restaurant. Call 815-395-0679 or 815-395-0678 for more information. Cherry Valley Public Library District - 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. (Sept.-May) 815-332-5161. Cherryvalleylib.org Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Hours: Sun.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $8 public, free for members. Children 1 and under are also free. 815-963-6769. Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $5 adults, $3 student, $10 family. 815-962-7402. OSF Healing Pathways Cancer Resource Center – 5668 E. State St., Suite 2700. Healing Pathways provides programs and services to cancer patients, survivors and family members at no cost. Programs include strength training, nutrition classes, support groups, book club and more. For more information call 815-977-4123;Fax: 815-977-5513 or visit healingpathwayscrc.org. Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. 815-969-1999. Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Open TuesdayFriday (May-August) 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Monday. 815-397-9112. Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – 1354 N. Second St. Open Tues.-Sat. (closed Mon.): hours vary, check website or call. Admission: $6 resident, $8 non-resident, free for children 4 and younger. Water features, seating areas and sculptures, all in a tropical plant setting. Changing floral displays, events, educational programs, workshops, lecture series. Rentals of meeting/event room available. Gift shop. Info: rockfordparkdistrict.org or 815-987-8800. Rock Hollow Hunt Club - Bingo and pull-tabs the last Tuesday of every month at Rock Hollow Hunt Club, 1931 IL Route 75 East in Freeport. Buy cards beginning at 6 p.m. games start at 6:30 p.m. sharp. Benefits the US Sportsmen’s Youth Foundation. Rockford Park District – Various programs available throughout the year. Program Guides now available at Customer Service locations. Info: 815-987-8800 or rockfordparkdistrict.org.

Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1 and 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. 815-964-2424. Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Recycling Centers - 9 a.m.-noon every Saturday. 815-637-1343 Womanspace – 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Yoga every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 a.m. $40/four classes or $12/class. Basic Hatha Yoga. Other activities throughout the year. Info: 815-877-0118. Registration for Classes at The Arc – The Arc of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle Counties, 1222 E. State St. Info: 815-965-3455. Registration for “Putting Wellness to Work” – University of Illinois Extension, Boone County, 205 Cadillac Court, Unit 3, Belvidere. Date: Your choice. Lessons on practical skills to help workers live healthy lives. Call Judy Hodge, Program Coordinator, at 815-544-3710 or hodg@illinois. edu to schedule lessons. Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Donation Day is first Tuesday of each month. Admission free, donations of any amount welcome. Call 815-965-8146 or visit klehm.org for more information. German Dancing Lessons - Dance and also learn about German culture. All ages welcome, always looking for new people. 7-8 p.m. on Mondays at Advanced Machine & Engineering Co., 2500 Latham St., on the 2nd floor. Free admission. For more information call 815-494-9872. Rockford Crochet Club - Group in Rockford for those who love to crochet or would like to learn. Find us under “Rockford Crochet Club” on Facebook. Group meets once a week at Meg’s Daily Grind on Alpine/Guilford Road from 10:30 a.m.-noon. All crocheters are welcome. We gather at the large round table in the corner of the coffee shop. Bring whatever project you are working on and join in! Retired and Senior Volunteer Program - Are you 55+ and would you like to volunteer? We have endless opportunities for you to share your experience, talents, and interests to serve our community. Call RSVP, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, a program of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois at 815-397-7103 or drop in at 1111 S. Alpine Suite 400 in Rockford. Rockford Friends & Newcomers - Rockford Friends & Newcomers is a social organization that welcomes both long-time residents and newcomers who want to meet other people through social events for couples and singles. Several games and activities available. Mug Morn every first Tuesday of the month at: Mary’s Market, 2636 McFarland Road, from 10-11:30 a.m. For more information e-mail rckfriends@ yahoo.com Rock City Unique Steppers - Steppin classes are held on Thursdays at The West-mor Bowling Lanes, 2407 N. Central Ave., from 6:30-8:30 p.m. All styles of stepping, Chicago, Freestyle , Ballroom and much more. We offer mature and elegant dancing in a friendly and exciting environment. Our members have a deep appreciation and love for this dance form. It is our goal to share this experience by creating an atmosphere where mature individuals can socialize and dance to smooth rhymatic R & B music while elegantly dressed in high style. Classes are $5 per week, the first week is free. Open dancing 8:30-10 p.m. Open dancing is FREE of charge. Come on down

and get your dance on. Learn about CBD Oil & the Health Benefits Wednesday nights from 6-7 p.m. in the banquet room of Dust Boots, 3907 Broadway, there will be presentations on the importance and health benefits of Cannabidiol oil. Call 815-742-1836 or text CBD to this number for a free sample and to reserve your seat. Whole Month of May Illinois Beer Month - Olympic Tavern, 2327 N. Main St. All throughout the month of May, at least HALF of our 28 drafts will come from breweries in the Land of Lincoln. Weekly special tappings, meet the brewer nights, and maybe a few more surprises are in store for you. Celebrate Illinois beer by DRINKING Illinois beer. This week Today Two Brothers Tap Takeover - Garretts Restaurant and Bar, 1631 N Bell School Road. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Lecture Series for the Vintage Wheels and Wings Museum - 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 5151 Orth Road Ste. A-1, in Poplar Grove. Wheels of Death: Local historian and author, Kathi Kresol will share stories of ghastly murders and strange accidents

involving automobiles and motorcycles. Kathi has been researching Rockford history for over a decade and shares the stories she uncovers in her column “Voices From the Grave” column in the Rock River Times and in her historical Haunted Rockford Tours. She also serves on the Rockford Historical Society and has worked at the Rockford Public Library for years. Kathi has had her stories published in several books, including “Murder and Mayhem in Rockford, Illinois” which was released in the fall of 2015. Admission is $5 for non-members and will include admission into the museum. Admission for members of the museum is free. The admission price is paid at the museum on the night of the event. Thursday Garden Explorers - Anderson Japanese Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road. 9-10 a.m. Where Kids Discover the World FREE for Garden Members & Children 18 years of age and younger $5. Schlafly Tap Takeover - AERO Ale House, 6164 E Riverside Blvd, Loves Park. 6-9 p.m. Friday Who Got Talent - The Nordlof Center, 118 N Main St. 7-9:30 p.m. Dancers, Musicians, Singers, etc. Entry Fee $25 to secure a slot. No walk up will be allowed. Cash Prize $500.

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

TOLL FREE 1-888-769-STOP (7867) IF YOU KNOW THE LOCATION OF A FUGITIVE OR HAVE INFORMATION ON OTHER CRIMES PLEASE CALL FUGITIVES WANTED AS OF

July 24, 2017 Warrants must be verified before arrest

WARNING: The fugitives in this bulletin may be dangerous. Never confront them. Call Crime Stoppers or your local police. William Opsahl Attempted Murder City---28 years old

Zachary Calkins Unlawful Sale of Weapon County----21 years old

Angela Newman Domestic Battery County---49 years old

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

Rebecca Bergeman Retail Theft City---35 years old

Nelson Brown Jr. Aggravated Battery City—20 years old

Jason Faust Retail Theft County----43 years old

Rachel Bradbury

Probation Violation City----30 years old

Have your free listing in the Thursday preceding our Wednesday publication. Listings can be e-mailed to contact@rockrivertimes.com or called in to 815-964-9767.

Marquell Reddic Aggravated Battery City---22 years old

Nic Tenner Armed Robbery City---41 years old

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

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

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A&E Happenings City By Starlight: Haunted Rockford Walking Tour - Event begins at the Veterans Memorial Hall parking lot, 211 N. Main St. There are two walks for this date; one from 7:30-9 p.m. and the second tour will be 9:30-11 p.m. Haunted Rockford is very excited to partner with the Veterans Memorial Hall for a paranormal tour of the downtown area in Rockford. Local historians and authors, Amanda Becker and Kathi Kresol will tell the ghostly tales of Rockford’s historic places. These stories will include ghastly murders, accidents, and ghostly visits. This will be a walking tour so please dress appropriately for the weather. We will meet inside the Veterans Memorial Hall at the corners of Mulberry and Main Streets. The price for this event will be $15 and must be paid in advance at www.hauntedrockford.com To make other arrangements to pay in advance, call Kathi Kresol: (815)871-4239. All proceeds will go to the Veterans Memorial Hall. Tanabata Japanese Star Festival - Join Discovery Center, 711 N. Main St., in celebrating Tanabata Japanese Star Festival from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. In Japan, a Tanabata commemorates the romantic story of two people represented by the stars Vega and Altair who are only allowed to meet each other once a year as long as the skies are clear. At Discovery Center, visitors can immerse themselves in the Tanabata Star Festival by making wishes to tie to the Wishing Tree, creating traditional decorations, and assembling kites. Visitors will also create art using origami, learn to use chopsticks, and try on a kimono. Young and old alike can enjoy Japanese star stories and explore the night sky in the planetarium, then walk through the Shinto shrine and explore more in the temporary exhibition, Hello From Japan! The Tanabata Japanese Star Festival is sponsored by the Illinois Arts Council Agency. Saturday Shred-It Day - 9 a.m.-noon at Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) Rockford Recycle Center, 4665 Hydraulic Rd. Sponsored by IL Rep Litesa Wallace and AT&T. Limit of 2 banker-sized boxes of documents per vehicle please. For more information visit knib.org. Northwest Illinois Annual Butterfly Festival - The Northwest Illinois Audubon Society will host a Butterfly Festival at Elkhorn Creek Biodiversity Preserve from 1-5 p.m. The preserve is located 3 miles southwest of Forreston in the southeast corner of West Grove and Freeport roads. The parking area is off of West Grove Road. The festival is a fun informative family friendly event. Hourly tours will be offered at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m. “Illinois Butterflies and Moths” pocket guides will be distributed at no charge while supplies last. Shaded areas and refreshments will be provided. Call 815-938-3204 before 10 a.m. on July 29th if the weather is questionable. In the past, butterfly explorers at this event have identified 29 species of butterflies and skippers. Hidden Treasures Outdoor Flea Market - 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at 6329 N. 2nd St., Loves Park. Food vendors also on site. For more information call 779-210-7602. Pig Minds Brewing Comedy Night w/ Matt Drufke - Pig Minds Brewing Co., 4080 Steele Dr. Machesney Park. 8-11 p.m. Paranormal Evening with the Midwest Ghost Investigators - 7-9 p.m. at Tinker Swiss Cottage,

411 Kent St. Haunted Rockford is pleased to partner with Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum to feature the Midwest Ghost Investigation Team. Haunted Rockford’s own Sara Bowker has worked with this group to investigate claims for haunted locations in and around the northern Illinois area.The team and Sara will share some of their most interesting evidence. After the presentation, Executive Director of the cottage, Steve Litteral and Haunted Rockford’s Kathi Kresol will share the history and personal experiences of paranormal activity inside this historic location. The evening will also include a tour of this very active location. The price for this event is $20 in advance and $25 at the event. Please visit www. hauntedrockford.com to register. July 31-August 3 Three-Dimensional Discovery (grades 1–6) Rockford Art Museum, 711 N Main St. Open to rising 1st through 6th graders, Rockford Art Museum Summer Camps allow young artists to explore a variety of art techniques with an educational spin! Camps take place Monday– Thursday, 1–4 pm (with aftercare available 4–5 pm for additional $5 per day, per child). Space limited to 30 participants per camp; registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Register at http://bit.Ly/2pdyuom or call RAM: 815-968-2787. Tuesday, August 1 Brewery of the Month: Firestone Walker - The Olympic Tavern, 2327 N Main St. A monthlong celebration of all things Firestone Walker Brewing Co.! More details & events coming soon, but we’ll have Pivo Pilsner and Union Jack IPA on tap all month, plus some seasonals and maybe a few rarities too. Chess on the Docks - Prairie Street Brewhouse, 200 Prairie St. 6-9 p.m. Every Tuesday, Rock River Chess will host Chess on the Docks at the Prairie Street Brewing Co. Join us for some great food and drinks along with fantastic chess! We will be located on the Docks around back, or, in case of rain, we’ll be inside by the game room. Chess on the Docks is for casual, open chess, but we’ll also be organizing weekly casual competition. Come play some chess and enjoy the great atmosphere and food. Stewardship Day - From 8 -10 a.m. Northwest Illinois Audubon will be offering stewardship days at their Silver Creek Biodiversity Preserve. The preserve is located 2 miles south of Leaf River in the southwest corner of the intersection of Leaf River Rd. and West Grove Rd. Parking is off of Leaf River Rd. (S. Main St. crosses HWY 72 in Leaf River and becomes Leaf River Rd.). Tools, gloves, water and fabulous homemade snacks will be provided. Contact Mary at 815-938- 3204 for further details or if weather is questionable. Carpooling from the Staples lot in Freeport at 7:15 a.m. is available. The Staples lot is located at, 1722-1724 South West Ave., Freeport. Thursday, August 3 WCALAP Monthly Dinner Meeting - The Winnebago County Association of Legal Administrative Professionals’ monthly dinner meeting will be held Thursday August 3, 2017, at 6 p.m., at Red Lobster, 5827 East State Street, Rockford. Dinner will be a choice of: Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo

- $18, Garlic Shrimp - $18, Soy Ginger Salmon -$20, or Wood-Grilled Sirloin - $20. Price includes soup or salad and dessert. Drinks not included. Your check is your reservation confirmation. Program will be Jennifer Hall, Mercyhealth Vice President of Government Relation & Community Advocacy. Hostess are Lee Larys and Kathleen Van De Woestyne. Please send reservations to: Lee Larys 100 Park Avenue, P.O. Box 1389, Rockford, IL 61105. Field Trip to Pastured Poultry Farm and a Berry Farm - From 9 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Northwest Illinois Audubon will be hosting a fieldtrip to visit two local farmers who produce food on their farm and sell it directly to the consumer. The first stop will be at Arnolds Farm near Elizabeth, Illinois were participants will get a tour through Tom’s pasture raised turkey operation. The second stop will be a visit to Fieldview Farm near Woodbine, Illinois were Amy Dehn and her family will provide participants a tour of their berry growing business. Amy will also share information about the flowers, vegetables and herbs that she grows and sells directly to the consumer. Call Laura at 815-947-2720 or e-mail her at lauradufford@ gmail.com if you would like to attend. There is no charge to participate in this event. Carpooling from the Staples parking lot in Freeport at 8 a.m. is available. The Staples lot is located at, 1722-1724 South West Ave., Freeport. There is no charge for participating in this event. Friday, August 4 Rockford Mass Transit District 12th annual Golf Fundraiser - The Rockford Mass Transit District is hosting its 12th annual fundraiser, a golf play day. The RMTD Driving the Dream Golf Classic is a best ball scramble format. This year’s event will be held at Timber Pointe Golf Course, 5750 Woodstock Rd. in Poplar Grove, with a shot gun start at 9 a.m. Some of the day’s activities include 18 holes of golf, after golf buffet and a chance to win $10,000, trophies and other prizes. Foursomes and/or individual golfers should register by Monday, July 31. The fee for all of the above activities is only $110. The golf play day

represents the District’s ongoing attempts to aggressively pursue operating funds beyond its traditional funding stream of farebox revenues and federal, state and local subsidies. Last year, Rockford Mass Transit District raised over $11,000 from this event. Some of the dollars raised this year will go toward funding immediate service for the region while the remainder of the funds will be used to grow the RMTD Community Transportation Endowment Fund which supports the projects, programs and posterity of public transportation in our community. This year’s goal is to net over $12,000 for the endowment fund. To register yourself and/or your foursome, call or email Lisa Brown at 815-961-2226 or lbrown@ rmtd.org now. Tuesday, August 8 Stewardship Day - From 8 -10 a.m. Northwest Illinois Audubon will be offering stewardship days at their Silver Creek Biodiversity Preserve. The preserve is located 2 miles south of Leaf River in the southwest corner of the intersection of Leaf River Rd. and West Grove Rd. Parking is off of Leaf River Rd. (S. Main St. crosses HWY 72 in Leaf River and becomes Leaf River Rd.). Tools, gloves, water and fabulous homemade snacks will be provided. Contact Mary at 815-938- 3204 for further details or if weather is questionable. Carpooling from the Staples lot in Freeport at 7:15 a.m. is available. The Staples lot is located at, 1722-1724 South West Ave., Freeport. Saturday, August 12 Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity Application Seminar - 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1:30-5 p.m. Rockford Memorial Hospital Funderburg Auditorium, 2400 N. Rockton Ave. Join us for our seminar to complete your application to become a homeowner through Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity. Please bring copies of your photo ID, copies of children/dependent’s birth certificates, copies of last two years taxes with W2s, copies of most recent 1-month pay stubs, copies of last two bank statements, copies of any other income.

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Find more listings at RockRiverTimes.com/Happenings Back To School Give-Away - Ministry of Restoration will be distributing k-12 and college supplies from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Blackhawk Park, Section 5, Christina St. & 15th Ave. For more information contact Pastor Ruby J. Martin at 815-962-5699. Third annual Unity Picnic - Rockford Christian Unity Group will be hosting this picnic at Camp Winnebago, 5804 N. Main St., from 1-4 p.m. The picnic is a free family event with a food, activities such as archery, rock wall climbing, bounce houses, games and music for adults and children. Everyone is welcome to attend this event for food and fellowship. The picnic will begin with an opening ceremony lead by the color guard unit of Rockford Police Department Explorer Post and statements by Mayor Thomas McNamara and Winnebago County Chairman Frank Haney. Hanley Savanna Prairie - From 8-11:30 a.m., Northwest Illinois Audubon will be hosting a fieldtrip to Hanley Savanna Prairie. Enjoy a walk around Hanley Savanna Prairie near Hanover. This 160 acre property is owned by Northwest Illinois Prairie Enthusiasts and includes many types of restorations: dry to wet sand prairie, dry to mesic sand savanna, sand blowouts, and woodlands. The tour will focus on the prairie areas. The walk will be level, but there are no benches or shade, so be advised!! The prairie should be in full bloom and the butterflies and dragonflies should be plentiful. If we’re lucky we’ll see a Yellow -Breasted Chat. Wear long pants, and appropriate sun protection. Bring water and your own bug spray. Contact Laura at 815-947-2720 or lauradufford@gmail.com for more information or to sign up for this field trip. There is no charge to participate in this event. Carpooling from the Staples parking lot in Freeport at 7 a.m. is available. The Staples lot is located at, 1722-1724 South West Ave., Freeport. Sunday, August 13 History of African Americans in Cinema - The Ethnic Heritage Museum will kick-off the History of African American in Cinema exhibit with a special viewing of St. Louis Blues. It will be shown in the

Lockwood Gallery starting at 2:30 p.m. St. Louis Blues is a 1958 American film classic broadly based on the life of W. C. Handy, the Father of Blues. It starred jazz and blues greats Nat “King” Cole, Pearl Bailey, Cab Calloway, Ella Fitzgerald, Eartha Kitt, and Barney Bigard, as well as gospel singer Mahalia Jackson and actress Ruby Dee. The film’s soundtrack used over ten of Handy’s songs including the title song. Bring the whole family, sit back and enjoy this musical classic with a free bag of popcorn. For more information about the exhibit and the museum itself visit ethnicheritagemuseum.org. Wednesday, August 16 Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity Application Seminar - 5:30-8 p.m. at Ken-Rock Community Center, 3218 11th St #1. Join us for our seminar and learn all about Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity while completing your application for homeownership. Please bring copies of your ID, children’s birth certificates, 1-month pay stubs, 2-months bank statements, 2 years tax returns and W2s, and any other income verifications.

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THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: The Rock River Times. July 26, 2017 AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES

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THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:

TAURUS, GEMINI AND CANCER

Your HealthWeek of July 9 to 15, 2017 Week of July 2 to 8, 2017

TAURUS

LEO, VIRGO AND LIBRA

Week of July 16 to 22, 2017

Avoiding follow-up mistakes with sick kids

Thomas Reynolds 77 Rockford ARIES 7/17/2017 A mere “I love you” simply won’t Carmmia Conley 86 Rockford 7/17/2017 cut it this week. Your partner will need to do better than that to please Edith Joyce 95 Rockford 7/17/2017 you. Expect a romantic surprise orJerry Dodson 82 Rockford 7/17/2017 chestrated by that special someone. Earl Stormont 75 Machesney Park 7/17/2017

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:

ARIES

You’ll take a close look at your finances before going on vacation and the high cost of living could stress you out. On the emotional side of things, remember that love comes knocking when you least expect it.

ARIES

You’ll manage to find balance between rest and work. However, if you’re self-employed, you won’t be able to resist checking email from time to time, despite having promised yourself to stay away.

Is your vacation time fast apTAURUS Denise Moriarity 48 Rockford 7/17/2017 TAURUS proaching? Why stay home? You Shopping is on the agenda whetYou will be very social, and you’ll John McGowan 63 Rockford 7/17/2017 could be planning a trip abroad also want to take a breather pro-Medication mistakes her you’re on less vacation or not. You’ll were common By Lisa Rapaport with friends or family, or even a long fessionally. Expect to find yourself enjoy haggling with storeowners and Alyssa Defendi 18 Rockford 7/17/2017 clinicians spent time in the hospital road trip for the ultimate Reuters change Health drawing out your lunch hourswhen to could come out with big savings. socializethe with colleagues, employees showing parents the correct way to fill When sick kids leave hospital, of scenery. Dora Miller 92 Rockford 7/18/2017 and partners. syringes to give chilparents often don’t understand what medication cups orGEMINI GEMINI Terry Updike 80 Machesney Park 7/18/2017 Take of theliquid time to medicine. recharge before follow-up care is needed or how to give dren the right amount GEMINI Home life and finances are often divingthis headfirst into anything. Researchers got snapshot ofYou children medicine at home, a research You will use your vacation time to Charles Heller 97 Rockford 7/18/2017 stressful and tend to put a damper will be compelled todischarge take some downtackle a few projects, both profeshow well parents understand review suggests. on romantic relationships. To ease time. Let life guide you to where you sional and domestic. But don’t forget Gilberto Contreras 68 Rockfordtension 7/18/2017 and live in harmony,Getting exby analyzinstructionstoright is essential to instructions for their get some rest. needchildren to go. plore other topics of conversation. ing data from studies published between avoid mistakes that can prolong children’s Tommie Beasley 83 Rockford 7/18/2017 CANCER 1985 and 2016. Most were done in the U.S., illnesses or make them sicker, sometimes CANCER Marie Erb 89 Rockford 7/18/2017 CANCER Having funto is return this week’s Everything abouthappens you will be but some also examined what in noso much worse that they need to watchHousework is an annoying chore. word, and opportunities to do so nonsense. on holiday, you may Robert Hester 68 Rockford 7/18/2017 Chile, India, Israel,Even Rwanda, Saudi for additional care, You’ll keep putting it off, the but hospital you won’t be inresearchers short supply. You Canada, will opt to stay in contact with work start building your summer reading may end up scampering around later Arabia, Switzerland, Taiwan and Uganda. note in Pediatrics. Dorothy Bergstrom 89 Rockford 7/18/2017 or contemplate some important probut choosing the right books to catch up. Your brilliant ideasInwillthe review of 64 list, One limitation ofjects theinstead current reviewand is enstudies, medication of relaxing won’t be easy. yield huge surpluses at work if you’re Amaazing Stokes 5m Rockford 7/18/2017 that the studies analyzed tended to rely errors were the most common problem joying life. able to successfully convey them. heavily on research done during the day researchers found. ForLEO example, up to 38 Charlotte Wronkiewicz 93 Rockford 7/19/2017 You caregivers will have the urge to make some LEO excludes kids sent for convenience, which percent of parents and didn’t LEO changes and the timing will feel Donna Swanson 78 Durand 7/19/2017 Summer will come and go You will feel the need to know improvethe right medicine home from hospitals onvacation evenings and dose and up to 42 right. Vacation time is here and will way too quickly, but you will still your home’s security. To ensure your weekends, the authors note. This may Tony Goodson Sr. 69 Rockford 7/19/2017 percent of them didn’t understand how often to start provide you the opportunity be able to fully enjoy thehave time off family’s peace of mind, you may a business plan or looking underestimated how often parents misunchildren needed to takedrafting prescribed drugs. in good company. You’ll need to ordecide to have an alarm system Donald Buckland 96 Machesney Park 7/19/2017 for a better job. derstand instructions because ganize your timethey’re carefully more if you wish installed or better locks put in.Dosing errors with prescriptions - when Alvin Worthington 83 Rockford 7/19/2017 to do everything you have planned. needed parents gave kids at least 20 percent more likely to get help understanding VIRGO VIRGO willwere attendsupposed seminars and take follow-up care on weekdays. or less medication thanYou they Delores Smith 87 Rockford 7/19/2017 VIRGO part important negotiations. Your impulsiveness may beto difficult - occurred 42 percent toin48 percent of the In yourEven so, the analysis offers fresh private life you’re feeling increaYou may already start planning next to manage at times. Your climb up Frances Early 76 Rockford 7/19/2017 evidence of how often parents follow time. The majority of these singlyerrors tired ofhappened doing all the work, year’s vacation.fail Youtowill also conthe ladder at work will be lightningwhich could mean drastic is doctors’ orders for medications and withthe measuring liquid medications that areaction Raymond Swart 79 Rockford 7/20/2017 template personal andfollowprofessional quick, but you will only grasp needed to change old habits. up appointments their projects. Time will be a valuable kids need, said Dr. commonly used for children. full measure of your new responsiJanet Bearrows 86 Rockford 7/20/2017 commoditydirector this week. of the bilities once you’ve reached the“Underdosing top. medications LIBRA may lead to Denise Klinkner, medical Julie Foreman 76 Rockford 7/20/2017 pediatric trauma center at Mayo Clinic in worsening of a child’s Your illness, mind while may notoverbe completely LIBRA LIBRA atrisk ease for when you leave for vacaRochester, Minnesota. dangerous Home, family and projectsdosing are ex- puts children attion. You will thoroughly enjoy your vaEleanor Johnson 82 Rockford 7/20/2017 A few office-related issues will overeffects,” said lead author pensive at this time of year. side Summer cation time. Eventhe if it isn’t perfect, havestudy you dealing with Dr. work during“This study highlights Lesa Wood 55 Rockford 7/21/2017 vacation is just around theAlexander corner, whelming rate of expect non-compliance with Glick, of New University to experience many memoyour York time off. Romance-wise, a and you won’t feel able School to kick of Medicine and new acquaintance will keep medications you moments and to feel happier and rable follow-up,” Klinkner, Bellevue Hospital Annette Stewart 56 Roscoe 7/21/2017 guessing. back and relax until everything is andin more who wasn’t involved theenergized study,than saidyou byhave Center in New York. just right. a while. Ben Bishop 33 Rockford 7/21/2017 email. “Especially infor the more complex Parents also frequently misunderstood SCORPIO You will wrap upneeded all work-related children, failure to comply may lead to what follow-up appointments kids Bonita Warren 69 Rockford 7/21/2017 SCORPIO SCORPIO matters before thewould holidays. Don’t Sometimes you just haveand to put lifelong disability and chronic disease.” what signs of worsening illness You’ll be quiet and introspective this wing it. Make your reservations Gay Henderson 75 Rockford 7/22/2017 yourself first. Your generous nature children to return week. Some deep-seated emotions parents should speak require to the hospital, this week; during peak season, allTo avoid mistakes, will have you jumping to help loved might get stirredinstructions up. As for romance, Patsy Chewming 88 Rockford 7/22/2017 the best places get booked quickly. up when they don’t understand the study found. ones in distress, but be careful not knowof right away if yourorparta lack insurance Up to 62 percent of families missed recom- or when factors likeyou’ll to exhaust yourself. Kimberly Barone 47 Rockford 7/22/2017 SAGITTARIUS ner is not being honest with you. transportation might prevent them from mended follow-up appointments after kids It’s the perfect time to carry out Betty Williams 81 Machesney Park 7/22/2017 SAGITTARIUS getting children needed care, Klinkner added. were discharged from an inpatient hospital those projects you’ve been planning SAGITTARIUS There’s no place like your cozyas did up to 81 percent around the house. Youofwill also Clinicians should also keep stay, of families Business neverinstructions stops, even during Felix Claudio 75 Rockford 7/22/2017 home to kick back, daydream and tackle your flowerbeds and landthe summer holidays. will dissimple and ask families questions toYou make children treated in emergency rooms. scaping. Expect to spend your time relax. And why not watch some Carl Taley 82 Machesney Park 7/22/2017 play an uncanny knack told. for uncovesure they understood what they were Parents were more likely to miss these off close to home. good movies to check out of reality ring or getting “A team approach isgolden key,”opportunities Klinkner said. appointments or fail to schedule them from time to time? Jean Rudderham 87 Rockford 7/22/2017 contracts signed. CAPRICORN when they had more than one child, lacked You will be moving around a lot and David Johnson 77 Rockford 7/22/2017 CAPRICORN private health insurance, littleDon’t or no CAPRICORN be a spoke tad distracted. forget your You will have your share of conJack Elston 72 Rockford 7/22/2017 shopping list, or work you’ll find You will be in contact with the missing or yourself versations, but the topicsEnglish may be or had difficulty making adoctor lot of return trips to the office while on vacation, either by taking kids out of school for visits, challenging. You may reveal some Neil Minnis 63 Rockford 7/22/2017 store. You’re never at a loss for words, sneaking a peek at your phone or by report in Pediatrics. personal secrets that youresearchers would but some people will always find a cutting short your time off to get a Gregory Wurver 94 Loves Park probably 7/23/2017have preferred to “When keep to disagreeappointwith you. children missway follow-up head start on work-related activities. to yourself. ments, they lose the opportunity for Irvin Cuthbertson 90 Rockford 7/23/2017 AQUARIUS additional monitoring,You’ve and physicians alsovacation AQUARIUS recalculated your AQUARIUS Willie Gamble 49 Rockford 7/23/2017 You will be tempted to do something are following budget several times to ensure you You know that choosingcannot quality ensure that parents outlandish, either to attract somecome short. In case you building materials for your home instructions correctly,”won’t Glick saidupby email. Jay Corday 83 Rockford 7/23/2017 missed something, though, conone’s attention if you’re single, or isn’t a luxury; it’s a long-term“Misunderstanding investdischarge instructions sider leaving yourself a cushion — Gary Casper 57 Rockford 7/23/2017 to spice up your routine if you’re alment. Don’t be afraid to remodel has the potential to leadeven to unnecessary anda couple if it means dropping ready in a relationship. your space to your liking. Wilma Young 97 Rockford 7/24/2017 of activities. unanticipated readmissions and visits to the emergency department.” PISCES PISCES John Sohner 94 Rockford 7/24/2017 PISCES You can look forward to a truly restWhile on a trip, during a conference, Kids were more likely gototo needed Your to ability take the lead will be ful vacation, but it won’t be long beor even during therapy, you could at the fore. At workthese and elsewhere, follow-up appointments when fore you get itchy feet. You won’t be meet a captivating person who will you’ll find ways to take advantage visits were scheduled before they left the Death notices are provided bymake the Winnebago shy about voicing your opinions, you experience some deeply of every opportunity. Your energy will hospital, the study found. buried emotions. even the more controversial ones. be second to none. County Coroner’s office.

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Horoscope

Week of July 23 to 29, 2017 ARIES

You’ll take some time off, but only after finishing everything on your to-do list. At home, you will achieve something that will make you particularly proud, whether it’s a floorto-ceiling cleaning spree or a longoverdue renovation.

TAURUS

Self-esteem is essential for personal growth. You have the power to ac complish great things that will make you proud and will take you far. Expect a confidence boost mid-week.

GEMINI

No need to go far to have a nice vacation. You’ll enjoy yourself just fine at home with friends and family. Just remember that proper planning is the key to success.

CANCER

You’ll be on the move all week and have many stories to tell. Expect long conversations with people from all walks of life, and pay close attention to any advice that they give you.

LEO

Don’t be surprised if you feel the urge to tackle some big projects around your property during your vacation time. You’ll find the means to fulfill your professional and personal ambitions.

VIRGO

You’ll feel an intense desire to get moving, to expand your circle of friends and to do exciting things with those you hold dear. Others may find it hard to keep up with you.

LIBRA

Your health may slow you down this week, and you’ll need to catch up on some sleep. Your job will keep you busy, but you will be well compensated for your work.

SCORPIO

Cleaning up your social circle is long overdue if you wish to better enjoy your time spent with your true friends. You may follow this up by planning a trip with those who make the cut.

SAGITTARIUS

Some very lucrative real estate opportunities may come your way. A few strategic renovations could double your home’s value. At the very least, you will experience a newfound appreciation for your humble abode.

CAPRICORN

You will have an idea for a trip. It may even take the shape of a pilgrimage of sorts. In any case, you’ll find yourself unusually open to spiritual matters.

AQUARIUS

Something will stir up strong emotions. Your generosity will be solicited. Try to stay within your financial and physical means.

PISCES

You aren’t always the most accommodating person, but luckily you’ll manage to create and maintain harmony around you. As they say, the end justifies the means.

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The Rock River Times. July 26, 2017

n n n TAKE NOTICE A Petition for Deed on the premises described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, as case 17-TX-1. Interested Certificate Property Property Parties Number Code Location Lisa Kopp, Luther A. Bishop Trustee of the 201302437 03-13-228-013 Part of 1310 N. Blackhawk Blvd., Rockton L & J Bishop Trust Dated 18 July 1996, Josephine E. Bishop Trustee of the L & J Bishop Trust Dated 18 July 1996, Marjorie J. Hoile Amie Davis, Amie Porter, Citibank Federal 201302473 04-05-356-009 717 Roscoe Ave., South Beloit Savings Bank, Citibank N.A., City of South Beloit Barton Anderson, Karen Anderson 201302479 04-06-155-008 217 Elmo Ave., South Beloit Lyle Monroe, Carol Monroe, County of 201302482 04-06-157-014 Part of 1509 Rood Ave., South Beloit Winnebago, City of South Beloit, Current Occupant Mirdia M. Carr, Winnebago County Highway 201302488 04-06-180-006 213 S. Garfield Ave., South Beloit Department, Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Illinois Attorney General Thomas Morgan, City of South Beloit, Current 201302497 04-06-260-008 909 Geutschow Ave., South Beloit Occupant Jay T. Gjerseth, Clarence Gjerseth, Betty 201302498 04-06-261-012 Part of 245 S. Bluff St., South Beloit Gjerseth, Current Occupant David Ihle, John L. Lee Trustee of the Lee 201302549 04-08-227-002 Part of 816 Dearborn Ave., South Beloit Trust Dated 2 May 1994, Sarah N. Lee Trustee of the Lee Trust Dated 2 May 1994, J & L Thread Grinding David Ihle, John L. Lee Trustee of the Lee 201302550 04-08-227-003 Part of 816 Dearborn Ave., South Beloit Trust Dated 2 May 1994, Sarah N. Lee Trustee of the Lee Trust Dated 2 May 1994, J & L Thread Grinding Fred Lenius, George E. Wendell, Barbara J. 201302603 04-36-429-001 8965 N. Creek Rd., Roscoe Wendell, Allen R. Lenius, Sandra L. Lenius Bob Farmer, Lake Summerset Association Inc., 201300294 05-06-203-005 1587 Edgewood Dr., Davis Otter Creek Lake Utility District Robert Olson, Robert C. Olson as Trustee 201300062 05-07-101-016 2056 Hillsdown Rd., Davis Under Trust Agreement Dated 9 December 1991, Lake Summerset Association Inc., Otter Creek Lake Utility District Luda Investments LLC, Lake Summerset 201300063 05-07-101-018 2058-2059 Hillsdown Rd., Davis Association Inc., Otter Creek Lake Utility District Luda Investments LLC, Lake Summerset 201300064 05-07-101-019 2058-2059 Hillsdown Rd., Davis Association Inc., Otter Creek Lake Utility District Stanley G. Lukasik, Teresa Lukasik, Lakeridge 201300065 05-07-102-010 2109 Lake Summerset Rd., Davis Homes LLC, Lake Summerset Association Inc. Howard W. McCollum, Debra L. McCollum, 201300071 05-07-128-012 2171 Gainsboro Rd., Davis Lake Summerset Association Inc. Marcos Garcia, Miriam Garcia, Lake 201300072 05-07-176-013 2222 Gainsboro Rd., Davis Summerset Association Inc. Grzegorz Swieton, Barbara A. Swieton, Otter 201300077 05-07-276-022 1887 Sextant Dr., Davis Creek Lake Utility District, Lake Summerset Association Inc., Lake Land Investments LLC Kevin D. Hawkins, Susan M. Hawkins 201300305 07-14-351-008 Part of 7575 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford Zahed Khan, Village of Machesney Park, 201300089 07-25-178-015 Lot S. of 9519 Shore Dr., Machesney Park County of Winnebago Randall Scott, Village of Machesney Park, 201300098 07-25-329-025 12 Wilshire Blvd., Machesney Park Option One Mortgage Corporation, Deutsche National Bank as Trustee, U.S. Attorney General, U.S. District Attorney, Internal Revenue Service FTF Properties LLC, PNC Bank National 201300106 07-25-451-031 142 Wilson Ave., Machesney Park Association, Village of Machesney Park DC Properties LLC, DC II Properties LLC 201300122 08-03-477-012 Lot S. of 9703 Highstone Dr., Roscoe Loren E. Sumner Estate, Current Occupant 201300125 08-08-403-013 Part of 11724 Dorothea Ave., Machesney Park Heirs, Devisees and Legatees SMR Brentwood LLC, German-American State 201300137 08-17-103-025 673 Brentwood Rd., Machesney Park Bank, Village of Machesney Park Barbara L. Story, Current Occupant 201300228 08-31-376-013 Part of 808 Wood Ave., Machesney Park Tim L. Sikes, Nikki L. Sikes, Rock River Water 201300413 11-10-102-019 3216-3220 Elinore Ave., Rockford Reclamation District Tim L. Sikes, Nikki L. Sikes, Rock River Water 201300414 11-10-102-020 3216-3220 Elinore Ave., Rockford Reclamation District Bryan McWilliams, Bridget McWilliams, 201300448 11-10-377-003 2602 Kilburn Ave., Rockford PrinsBank, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford, Rockford Snow & Ice Maintenance, Precision Pavements Dale Johnson, Deutsche National Bank as 201300470 11-11-204-005 1604 Deborah Ave., Rockford Trustee, Honoria T. Johnson, VAK M5 LTD COB RCM Mortgage Services Colleen C. Parrovechio, City of Rockford 201300498 11-11-459-010 2316 Latham St., Rockford Clarice Simmons, City of Rockford, MERS, 201300554 11-14-183-004 1711 Price St., Rockford Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., First Franklin a Division of National City Bank of Indiana, Select Portfolio Servicing Inc. Juan Arce, City of Rockford, Rock River 201300585 11-14-306-017 721 Ashland Ave., Rockford Water Reclamation District, John Freed Plumbing Leslie E. Hoy, Valerie L. Hoy, City of Rockford, 201300591 11-14-352-015 1040 N. Winnebago St., Rockford Rock River Water Reclamation District Joshua Perez, City of Rockford, Current 201300603 11-14-361-005 638 Whitman St., Rockford Occupant Lawrence Griert, Catherine Griert, City of 201300609 11-14-380-012 1014 N. Court St., Rockford Rockford, Aames Funding Corporation, Aames Home Loan Brad Carlson, Theresa M. Carlson, City of 201300612 11-14-381-017 921 Grant Ave., Rockford Rockford, Union Savings Bank Randall Scott, City of Rockford, U.S. Attorney 201300637 11-15-105-006 3522 Montrose Ave., Rockford General, Internal Revenue Service, U.S. District Attorney Edgeston Family Trust, Michael Nolan, 201300642 11-15-135-011 Part of 3311 Liberty Dr., Rockford Insider’s Cash LLC Edward Bible, City of Rockford 201300644 11-15-152-001 3518 Liberty Dr., Rockford Bank One Rockford NA, Current Occupant 201300657 11-15-231-009 Lot E. of 2703 Lawndale Ave., Rockford Bank One Rockford NA, Current Occupant 201300658 11-15-232-011 2 Lots W. of 2619 Lawndale Ave., Rockford Alva E. Stiff, Teena L. Stiff, GMAC Mortgage 201300660 11-15-257-033 2809 Auburn St., Rockford LLC, City of Rockford, MERS, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Arrow Financial Services LLC, Asset Acceptance LLC

Richard Shields, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District Richard Watkins, City of Rockford Liahona Development LLC, City of Rockford Loretta Foreman, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford TIBA Properties LLC, City of Rockford Dwayne Buchanan, City of Rockford Margarito Mejia, City of Rockford Jerald Cass, Patty Cass, City of Rockford, Cityscape Mortgage Corp. Gordon Holk, City of Rockford, CNI National Mortgage Co., Rock River Water Reclamation District Gary Holman, City of Rockford, Gary E. Holman Jr. Percy Lee Brown Phillip Russo, Filippo Cassata, City of Rockford, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., MERS, Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Current Occupant Filippo Cassata, Phillip Urso Russo, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford, Union Savings Bank, First Franklin Laverne Lund, Lois C. Lund, City of Rockford, County of Winnebago James Gridley, First State Bank, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford, U.S. Bank National Association Joseph Horvath, Deborah Leahy Rossiter, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District Pierce Estates LLC, City of Rockford Otilia Mayorga, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District Willard Dean, Joyce Dean, The Bank of New York Mellon Melvin Poole, Vera E. Poole Zahed Khan, County of Winnebago, Winnebago County Highway Department, Rock River Water Reclamation District Matthew Fearnside, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford, PHH Mortgage Corporation Laras Real Estate LLC, City of Rockford Bruce Redington, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford Todd Kudlacik, Connie Kudlacik, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford Daniel R. Davis, Kathy Davis, City of Rockford Katonka Friar, City of Rockford, Current Occupant Priscilla Hartman, City of Rockford Suzanne Cipria, Paul F. Knopp, Knopp Construction Paul Saleh, Sherri Saleh, County of Winnebago, City of Rockford, Dick Eckburg Dale Morrison, Mary Morrison, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Centex Home Equity Company LLC Linda Willstead, Rock River Water Reclamation District, County of Winnebago, Winnebago County Highway Department, Mortgage Lenders Network USA Inc., Mutual Management Services Inc. Brenda Vanderheyden, Heights Finance Corporation Brenda Vanderheyden, Heights Finance Corporation Gabriel Almaraz Eddie Day, City of Rockford, 15579 VARO Nahid K. Khan, Zahed Khan, City of Rockford, County of Winnebago Hulisses Serrano, County of Winnebago Hulisses Serrano, County of Winnebago Barbara Grimaudo, Winnebago County Highway Department Barbara Grimaudo, Winnebago County Highway Department Barbara Grimaudo, Winnebago County Highway Department Sylvester Powell, Rock River Water Reclamation District John Clark Estate, Essie Lee Clark Estate, County of Winnebago, Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Illinois Attorney General, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Palisades Collection LLC, Amberwood Care Centre, Citizen’s Finance of Illinois Inc., Heirs, Devisees and Legatees Imo Jean Russey, Donald R. Russey, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Jared N. Kunte Jhony Yulan, City of Rockford Curtis Walker, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Curleese Walker, City of Rockford Michael Nielson, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford L. D. Young, City of Rockford, Mary Young, Sandra L. Young Jerickoe Simmons, City of Rockford Angela Nilson Michael Ringel, City of Rockford Vanity Rush, Mutual Management Services Co. LLC MPD Investments, U.S. Bank National Association, City of Rockford Virginia A. Preston, City of Rockford Bobby W. Billberry, Freddi M. Billberry, American General Financial Services of

201300674 11-15-303-013 1015 Irving Ave., Rockford 201300675 11-15-303-019 1104 Furman St., Rockford 201300680 11-15-306-014 910 Furman St., Rockford 201300683 11-15-309-011 818 Furman St., Rockford 201300699 201300704 201300708 201300709

11-15-355-023 11-15-379-002 11-15-379-023 11-15-379-032

1421 Blaisdell St., Rockford 625 Furman St., Rockford 1132 Fairview Ave., Rockford 1339 Blaisdell St., Rockford

201300713 11-15-379-054 628 N. Avon St., Rockford 201300715 11-15-379-059 608 N. Avon St., Rockford 201300716 11-15-380-001 527 Furman St., Rockford 201300718 11-15-380-011 1332 Blaisdell St., Rockford

201300720 11-15-380-020 1238 Blaisdell St., Rockford 201300722 11-15-380-023 1226 Blaisdell St., Rockford 201300723 11-15-380-029 1128 Blaisdell St., Rockford 201300727 11-15-380-044 1303 School St., Rockford 201300728 11-15-380-048 1225 School St., Rockford 201300736 11-15-428-011 1302 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford 201302639 11-16-104-007 1501 Willard Ave., Rockford 201300748 11-16-104-008 1530 N. Greenview Ave., Rockford 201300762 11-16-182-006 Lot W. of 4407 Wilshire Ave., Rockford 201300765 11-16-184-009 4521 Auburn St., Rockford 201300778 11-16-302-003 Part of 1002 Willard Ave., Rockford 201300781 11-16-304-009 902 Willard Ave., Rockford 201300788 11-16-332-010 910 Hoban Ave., Rockford 201300793 11-16-354-006 603 Willard Ave., Rockford 201300818 11-16-461-013 2201 School St., Rockford 201300829 11-16-484-006 512 Albert Ave., Rockford 201300854 11-17-330-020 Part of 4105 Compton Ave., Rockford 201300859 11-17-354-001 4434 Nina Terr., Rockford 201300860 11-17-354-007 4410 Nina Terr., Rockford 201300862 11-17-354-012 4326 Nina Terr., Rockford

201300878 11-19-251-014 Part of 212 Laclede Ave., Rockford 201300880 11-19-251-016 Part of 212 Laclede Ave., Rockford 201300927 11-20-277-007 118 Concord Ave., Rockford 201300928 11-20-278-010 126 Lexington Ave., Rockford 201300932 11-20-282-010 319 S. Pierpont Ave., Rockford 201300933 11-20-326-014 508-510 Daiseyfield Rd., Rockford 201300934 11-20-326-015 508-510 Daiseyfield Rd., Rockford 201300936 11-20-326-027 413, 415 & 501 Lincoln Park Blvd., Rockford 201300937 11-20-326-028 413, 415 & 501 Lincoln Park Blvd., Rockford 201300938 11-20-326-029 413, 415 & 501 Lincoln Park Blvd., Rockford 201300941 11-20-327-025 405 S. Springfield Ave., Rockford 201300946 11-20-377-006 612 Lincoln Park Blvd., Rockford

201300947 11-20-377-008 616 Lincoln Park Blvd., Rockford 201300949 11-20-402-010 412 McLain Ave., Rockford 201300951 11-20-404-022 3903 Preston St., Rockford 201300952 11-20-405-010 511 Newport Ave., Rockford 201300959 11-20-428-006 3602 Delaware St., Rockford 201300960 201300963 201300965 201300966

11-20-428-019 11-20-453-009 11-20-455-005 11-20-456-033

3611 Preston St., Rockford 620 Trenton Ave., Rockford 705 Trenton Ave., Rockford Part of 813 Newport Ave., Rockford

201300969 11-20-478-015 632 Concord Ave., Rockford 201300977 11-21-106-005 311 Carbaugh Ave., Rockford 201300986 11-21-110-006 120 N. Burbank Ave., Rockford

July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times. Illinois Inc., Carlson Distributors Inc. Steven Atkins, City of Rockford, BAC Home Loans Servicing, MERS, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. Ruffolo Builders Inc., City of Rockford Gazenfer Sherazee, Mohammad Ali, Gazenfer Ali Sherazee, City of Rockford David Miller, City of Rockford, Deutsche National Bank as Trustee, Deutsche Bank National Trust Company Shannan Quitno, Jeremy Quitno, Capital One Bank (USA) N.A. Mary Jane Floyd, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District Daniel Podraza, City of Rockford Alex Rodriguez, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District Sigrid Hartman, City of Rockford Keith R. Cannon, Karyn Cannon, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Rockford Development LLC Brandon Sweetman, City of Rockford Jo Ann Eslora, Bayview Loan Servicing LLC, Cavalry SPV II LLC, Illinois Department of Revenue, Illinois Attorney General Patrick Stephen, Farrah Stephen, Lasalle Bank National Association as Trustee, Bank of America National Association, City of Rockford, Current Occupant Gregory Shutt, Current Occupant Michael Doherty, City of Rockford, Current Occupant Michael Doherty, City of Rockford, Current Occupant Beau Hendriex, City of Rockford, Current Occupant Gregory Shutt, City of Rockford Amarjit Singh, Sukhvinder Kaur, City of Rockford Jessie Patrick, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District Kalliope Kostantinidis, City of Rockford, Current Occupant Seth Shwirlblat, Oriana Gaines, City of Rockford Daniel P. Podraza, City of Rockford, Friarball 43 LLC Nettie Croft Jesus Lopez Michael Seplowin, City of Rockford, Winnebago County Highway Department, Oswego Community Bank, Byline Bank Willie Beasley Jr., Patricia A. Beasley, American General Financial Services of Illinois Inc., HSBC Nevada NA, U.S. Bank N.A. as Trustee, Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC, LVNV Funding LLC Mary Cole, Rock River Water Reclamation District, County of Winnebago Easter Holloway, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Arrow Financial Services LLC James Croft, County of Winnebago, Winnebago County Highway Department James Croft, County of Winnebago, Winnebago County Highway Department Fred Williams, City of Rockford Erica Allen, Karen Zick, City of Rockford, Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC Bart A. Anderson, Karen L. Anderson, City of Rockford George Smith Jr., City of Rockford, Northwest Bank of Rockford Leslie Black, City of Rockford Alejandro Navarro, City of Rockford, National City Bank, PNC Bank N.A. Leslie Black, City of Rockford Vicente Garcia, Angeles Maya Garcia, City of Rockford, County of Winnebago, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Stewart Davies, Amerifirst Home Improvement Finance Co., Amcore Bank N.A., BMO Harris Bank N.A. Gordon Holk, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford, Union Savings Bank, Union Savings Bank Mario Contreras, Christian Gonzalez, City of Rockford Luella Foreman Estate, City of Rockford, Heirs, Devisees and Legatees Arthur Thurman, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District Arthur Thurman, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District Harold Suski, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Joseph Suski, J.D. Mark Inc. Harold Suski, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Joseph Suski, J.D. Mark Inc. Timothy Cheskie, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Worth Hill Raymond Valenti, City of Rockford, U.S. Attorney General, Internal Revenue Service, U.S. District Attorney Charlie Sims James Jacobson, City of Rockford Anthony Ruffolo, Natale Ruffolo, City of Rockford Victor Zepeda, City of Rockford

201300995 11-21-132-007 301 N. Day Ave., Rockford 201300999 11-21-139-012 2611 W. State St., Rockford 201301013 11-21-184-008 Lot E. of 324 S. Henrietta Ave., Rockford 201301031 11-21-210-009 213 Soper Ave., Rockford 201301037 11-21-228-006 417 N. Sunset Ave., Rockford 201301039 11-21-229-011 420 N. Central Ave., Rockford 201301040 11-21-230-002 323 Royal Ave., Rockford 201301041 11-21-230-003 321 Royal Ave., Rockford 201301043 11-21-230-014 306 Albert Ave., Rockford 201301045 11-21-231-012 326 N. Sunset Ave., Rockford 201301051 11-21-234-014 210 Albert Ave., Rockford 201301057 11-21-251-016 2214 Mulberry St., Rockford 201301060 11-21-252-003 121 Miriam Ave., Rockford

201301062 11-21-254-002 2224 W. State St., Rockford 201301063 11-21-254-004 2208 & 2216 W. State St., Rockford 201301064 11-21-254-006 2208 & 2216 W. State St., Rockford 201301070 11-21-258-003 210 Howard Ave., Rockford 201301071 11-21-258-008 2127 Chestnut St., Rockford 201301075 11-21-261-014 2109 Green St., Rockford 201301079 11-21-281-001 1920 W. State St., Rockford 201301080 11-21-281-012 1907 Elm St., Rockford 201301082 11-21-284-020 201 S. Independence Ave., Rockford 201301085 11-21-287-005 1828 Chestnut St., Rockford 201301099 11-21-306-014 Part of 526 S. Greenview Ave., Rockford 201301101 11-21-306-030 Lot S. of 415 S. Horace Ave., Rockford 201301102 11-21-306-043 605 S. Horace Ave., Rockford 201301106 11-21-329-004 612 S. Horace Ave., Rockford

201301107 11-21-351-009 626 S. Pierpont Ave., Rockford 201301108 11-21-351-010 630 S. Pierpont Ave., Rockford 201301116 11-21-356-020 823-827 Waveland Ave., Rockford 201301117 11-21-356-021 823-827 Waveland Ave., Rockford 201301130 11-21-402-005 418 Foster Ave., Rockford 201301142 11-21-430-008 1816 Green St., Rockford 201301153 11-22-102-026 1505 Andrews St., Rockford 201301160 11-22-103-044 1413 Andrews St., Rockford 201301161 11-22-104-011 320 Oakley Ave., Rockford 201301170 11-22-108-004 213 Oakley Ave., Rockford 201301174 11-22-109-011 219 Irving Ave., Rockford 201301177 11-22-109-033 1411 Mulberry St., Rockford

201301181 11-22-127-029 1227 Andrews St., Rockford 201301182 11-22-128-016 456 N. Avon St., Rockford 201301198 11-22-151-004 1618 Mulberry St., Rockford 201301205 11-22-177-008 116-120 Oakwood Ave., Rockford 201301206 11-22-177-009 116-120 Oakwood Ave., Rockford 201301219 11-22-202-004 448 & 452 Underwood St., Rockford 201301220 11-22-202-006 448 & 452 Underwood St., Rockford 201301223 11-22-203-005 441 Underwood St., Rockford 201301226 11-22-205-002 1010 School St., Rockford 201301227 11-22-206-007 309 N. Avon St., Rockford 201301234 11-22-235-022 721 Cherry St., Rockford 201301235 11-22-284-006 608 W. Jefferson St., Rockford 201301241 11-22-303-007 1408 Chestnut St., Rockford

Reva Reynolds, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District Nancy Pfister, City of Rockford James Anderson, City of Rockford Willie D. Hanserd Jr., Priscilla Dupree Hanserd, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford Tim Damm, City of Rockford Tim Damm, City of Rockford Tim Damm, City of Rockford Barton Anderson, Karen Anderson Michael Fortner, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, County of Winnebago, HSBC Bank USA N.A. as Trustee, U.S. Attorney General, U.S. District Attorney, Internal Revenue Service, William L. Balsley, Michael S. Fortner Max L. Myers, Charlotte J. Meyer, Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Illinois Attorney General, Option One Mortgage Corporation Archie R. Cadoret, Rachel Cadoret, City of Rockford, Beneficial Illinois Inc. Cory M. Dufault, Alison Ames, City of Rockford, Deutsche National Bank as Trustee, Deutsche Bank, Rock River Water Reclamation District Artemio Mandujano Dorothy M. Cruse, Reginald D. Hunter, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Argent Mortgage Co LLC, Current Occupant Lora Mordick, City of Rockford Jennifer Beegle, City of Rockford Grace Bennett, City of Rockford, Holcomb State Bank BLC Real Estate LLC, City of Rockford BLC Real Estate LLC, City of Rockford Jean R. Tippenhauer, Darcy L. Tippenhauer, City of Rockford, TM Property Solutions LLC, HSBC Bank USA N.A. as Trustee Nicole Harrington, City of Rockford, German-American State Bank Thomas Groh Five Gates Church, City of Rockford Lyran Society, The Valley Bank of Illinois Jerald Paris II, Bank One Illinois N.A., JP Morgan Chase Bank N.A., Paris Construction William D. Pritchard, Patrice A. Pritchard, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, First Financial Bank, Associated Bank N.A. David Brickson, City of Rockford, County of Winnebago Joseph Clark, City of Rockford, Illinois Department of Revenue, Illinois Attorney General Roger A. Artman, Sharon K. Artman, City of Rockford, Internal Revenue Service, U.S. District Attorney, U.S. Attorney General, Forreston State Bank Roger A. Artman, Sharon K. Artman, City of Rockford, Internal Revenue Service, U.S. District Attorney, U.S. Attorney General, Forreston State Bank Hazel Brown, City of Rockford Jacob Lettier, City of Rockford, Rock River Reclamation District Cason Inc – Maria’s, Carmella Cason, The Carmella C. Cason Living Trust, Blackhawk State Bank, Cason Inc., U.S. Attorney General, Internal Revenue Service, U.S. District Attorney American General Finance Inc. John Bell, City of Rockford, Myron E. Moore, Rock River Water Reclamation District ACEW Inc., Kajaine Estates LLC, Rock River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford, GMAC Mortgage LLC Cliff Miles, City of Rockford Charles Thom, City of Rockford Jason Johnson, Jereka Johnson, City of Rockford, Lasalle Bank National Association, Bank of America N.A. Sylvester Bowman, City of Rockford, Alice Malone Essie Denny L. A. McNeely, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Bank One Illinois N.A., JP Morgan Chase Bank N.A. Gabriel Almaraz, City of Rockford Ramon Chavez Albert Camper Estate, City of Rockford, William Butcher Special Representative, Garage Door Place Inc., Alan Camper, Heirs, Devisees, and Legatees Gerald Lumpkins, Sylvia Lumpkins, Current Occupant Deliverance Temple of God Church of God in, City of Rockford Emilio Garcia Rosas, City of Rockford, Oak Street Mortgage LLC, Deutsche National Bank as Trustee, Oak Street Mortgage LLC Roberto Castaneda, City of Rockford J. D. Dismuke, Charlene Dismuke, City of Rockford, One Main Financial Services of Illinois Popular Real Estate Inc, City of Rockford Annie Mae Owens, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Affiliated Financial Corporation, Larry E. Ohlson, A. L.

201301247 11-22-330-013 1215 Preston St., Rockford 201301249 11-22-353-010 709 Bianca Ct., Rockford 201301256 11-23-104-018 716 N. Winnebago St., Rockford 201301263 11-23-107-014 Lot S. of 635 Winnebago St., Rockford 201301276 201301277 201301278 201301290 201301299

11-23-154-002 11-23-154-003 11-23-154-004 11-23-405-010 11-23-456-015

520 Locust St., Rockford 5xx Locust St., Rockford 5xx Locust St., Rockford 708 N. 2nd St., Rockford 410 N. 4th St., Rockford

201301312 11-24-154-001 Lot N. of 761 Davis St., Rockford

201301318 11-24-309-003 415 Adams St., Rockford 201301359 11-25-180-005 512 13th St., Rockford 201301365 11-25-227-018 Lot E. of 222 Shaw St., Rockford 201301372 11-25-258-018 635 17th St., Rockford

201301373 11-25-259-009 630 17th St., Rockford 201301376 11-25-301-040 1336 Woodruff Ave., Rockford 201301387 11-25-360-014 1321 12th Ave, Rockford 201301427 11-26-201-014 Lot W. of 812 1st Ave., Rockford 201301428 11-26-201-015 812 1st Ave., Rockford 201301431 11-26-206-004 717 N. 2nd Ave., Rockford 201301432 11-26-206-014 319 S. 4th St., Rockford 201301434 201301444 201301453 201301458

11-26-208-002 11-26-252-011 11-26-280-011 11-26-288-008

907 2nd Ave., Rockford 814 4th Ave., Rockford 1125 4th Ave., Rockford 710 7th St., Rockford

201301459 11-26-289-006 1229 6th Ave., Rockford

201301465 11-26-329-008 932 S. Gregory St., Rockford 201301468 11-26-330-024 909 Kishwaukee St., Rockford 201301482 11-26-380-001 502 Buckbee St., Rockford

201301483 11-26-380-002 510-512 Buckbee St., Rockford

201301486 11-26-409-016 907 S. 5th St., Rockford 201301493 11-26-438-002 1010 8th St., Rockford 201301536 11-27-132-002 Lot E. of 828 Cunningham St., Rockford

201301557 11-27-177-003 818 Morgan St., Rockford 201301558 11-27-177-005 1103 Ferguson St., Rockford 201301576 11-27-255-009 1111 S. Court St., Rockford 201301581 11-27-278-007 317 Montague St., Rockford 201301595 11-27-326-007 906 Montague St., Rockford 201301596 11-27-326-014 929 Harding St., Rockford 201301598 11-27-326-026 1419 Clifton Ave., Rockford 201301612 11-27-354-004 1018 Island Ave., Rockford 201301616 11-27-377-031 803 Island Ave., Rockford 201301624 11-27-380-009 Lot E. of 824 Indiana Ave., Rockford 201301631 11-27-405-002 424 Knowlton St., Rockford

201301638 11-27-451-042 1621 S. Main St., Rockford 201301639 11-27-451-043 1629 S. Main St., Rockford 201301643 11-27-452-010 526 Island Ave., Rockford 201301644 11-27-452-011 520 Island Ave., Rockford 201301649 11-27-454-007 528 Indiana Ave., Rockford 201301650 11-27-454-017 521 Michigan Ave., Rockford 201301673 11-28-401-001 1306 S. Johnston Ave., Rockford

The Rock River Times. July 26, 2017

Pumilia D.D.S. PC, Illinois Attorney General, Illinois Department of Revenue, Annie M. Owens Irma Burns, City of Rockford, Ocwen Federal Bank FSB, James W. Horton Sr., Sarah F. Horton, Lasalle Bank N.A., Bank of America N.A. Zahed Khan, County of Winnebago, Nahid Khan Anthony Ruffolo, R. Timothy Magharious Jerry Wilkins, City of Rockford, General Finance Corp. of Illinois Rock River Develop Corp., Rock River Development Corporation, City of Rockford Anthony Odonnell, City of Rockford William Smith, City of Rockford, Cardine Smith Nicolas Cobarrubias, Miguel G. Cobarrubias Aruba Tariq, City of Rockford, Current Occupant Sonsai Voravong, Douangsy Voravong, City of Rockford, Deutsche National Bank as Trustee Russell Turman, City of Rockford, Current Occupant Sahlstrom Bldg Prod Inc., Sahlstrom Building Products Inc., City of Rockford, Area Salvage & Recycling Steven P. Pearce, City of Rockford, MERS, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., GMAC Mortgage LLC, GN Mortgage LLC James Edward Patterson Sr., Rosemary Patterson, City of Rockford Ratsamy Luangsisongkham, City of Rockford, National City Bank, PNC Bank N.A. Sam Clark, Tammy Clark, City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, MERS, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Select Portfolio Servicing Inc. Barton Anderson, City of Rockford, Karen Anderson C. Donald Myers, Lucile B. Myers James A. Whitaker, Fierlyn C. Whitaker Alpine Bank & Trust Co., City of Rockford FTF Properties LLC, City of Rockford, PNC Bank N.A., Andrew P. Lockhart, Callie S. Lockhart Michael E. Streff, Vernie L. Streff, City of Rockford Dennis R. Noegel Sr., Jacequline M. Noegel, Holcomb State Bank, Associated Bank N.A. Marjorie Macias Estate, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Roland Hamilton Estate, Heirs, Devisees and Legatees Maria Najera, City of Rockford Fernando Angel Robert Westlund, Robert W. Westlund Trustee, Byron Bank, Current Occupant Robert Westlund, Robert W. Westlund Trustee, Byron Bank, Current Occupant Thomas H. Rainwater, Janet E. Rainwater, Thomas H. Rainwater Trustee, Janet E. Rainwater Trustee Harrolle Properties Inc., National City Bank, PNC Bank N.A. Bradley Scudder, Janice Scudder Paul Swanson, City of Rockford, National City Bank, PNC Bank N.A., Worldwide Asset Purchasing II LLC, Discover Bank Gabriel Almaraz, City of Rockford Gabriel Almaraz, City of Rockford James E. Cambridge, Robin D. Cambridge, Bayview Loan Servicing LLC Rich Jones, City of Rockford, Capital One Bank (USA) N.A. Robert Westlund, Robert W. Westlund Trustee, Byron Bank, Current Occupant Jack Hamilton, City of Rockford, State Farm Bank Lonnie C. Fassett, Clara J. Fassett, Rock

201301675 11-28-401-017 1915 Knowlton St., Rockford 201301684 11-29-201-002 3809 Crowley St., Rockford 201301687 11-29-326-002 57XX Cunningham Rd., Rockford 201301691 11-33-252-004 1604 Ogilby Rd., Rockford 201301713 11-34-201-001 523 Marchesano Dr., Rockford 201301714 201301718 201301736 201301748

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1419 Christina St., Rockford 1632 Christina St., Rockford 411 15th Ave., Rockford 918 15th Ave., Rockford

201301752 11-35-226-006 Lot N. of 1530 S. 6th St., Rockford 201301768 11-35-256-023 1921 S. 6th St., Rockford 201301777 11-35-351-018 217 Peoples Ave., Rockford 201301785 11-35-431-012 1114 21st Pl., Rockford 201301798 11-36-104-007 1525 11th St., Rockford 201301801 11-36-108-003 1712 9th St., Rockford 201301804 11-36-157-004 1504 20th Ave., Rockford

201301818 11-36-262-003 1915 20th Ave., Rockford 201301880 201301937 201301988 201302109

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703 River Ln., Rockford Lot W. of 2316 Edgebrook Dr., Rockford 4340 Maray Dr., Rockford 1820 Ridgeland Rd., Rockford

201302140 12-33-306-006 2220 Forest View Rd., Rockford 201302142 12-33-306-036 2229 Welworth Ave., Rockford 201302145 12-33-353-011 Lot E. of 2436 Welworth Ave., Rockford 201302161 15-01-103-018 2618 10th St., Rockford 201302163 15-01-104-023 Lot N. of 2620 Lapey St., Rockford 201302182 15-01-156-015 Lot S. of 2941 Lapey St., Rockford 201302183 15-01-156-016 Lot 25ft S. of 2941 Lapey St., Rockford 201302186 15-01-179-013 Lot N. of 2813 Potter St., Rockford 201302187 15-01-180-007 2938 11th St., Rockford 201302189 15-01-181-001 Lot N. of 2906 Kinsey St., Rockford 201302194 15-01-204-001 2702 Sewell St., Rockford 201302203 15-01-229-003 27XX 17th St., Rockford 201302204 15-01-229-004 27XX 17th St., Rockford 201302211 15-01-252-005 2818 Sewell St., Rockford 201302216 15-01-278-001 2800 19th St., Rockford 201302218 15-01-302-004 Lot 46.4ft S. of 2941 Lapey St., Rockford 201302222 15-01-306-005 3018 10th St., Rockford 201302229 15-01-352-014 3205 10th St., Rockford

n n n LEGAL NOTICE Draft Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan Now Available RMAP has released a draft of its Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan for the Rockford Metropolitan Area, which is now available for public comment. You may review the draft here: http://www.rmapil.org/wp-content/uploads/bicycle_pedestrian_plan_draft.pdf Public comment will be afforded for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan from July 20, 2017 until August 21, 2017. Comments can be submitted electronically by emailing RMAP staff, by sending written comments to the address provided below or by attending an RMAP public meeting. The RMAP Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan is intended to promote a safe and efficient transportation network for people that provides a balanced multi-modal system that minimizes costs and impacts to the taxpayer, society and the environment. The plan addresses the development of a region-wide system of on-street bicycle and pedestrian facilities to connect with existing shared use path facilities, existing and planned public transportation services and provides design standards, as well as the promotion and encouragement bicycle and pedestrian friendly growth through program and engineering recommendations. • Vision and goals to guide the development and implementation of the bicycle and pedestrian facilities and programs for the Rockford Metropolitan Area;

• Description of facilities types discussed in this plan to create a consistent description and design standards throughout the region; • Assessment of the existing conditions for bicycle and pedestrian networks in the Rockford region, including the demand and suitability analysis for walking and bicycling in the region. • Infrastructure recommendations to increase the connectivity and safety of the bicycle and pedestrian network, as well as education, encouragement, enforcement, and evaluation programs. • Strategies for plan implementation including a select number of priority corridors identified for walking and bicycling facilities, as well as information on possible funding sources. The RMAP Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan is tentatively scheduled for adoption, with the inclusion of comments made during the public comment period, at the September 28, 2017 meeting of the RMAP Policy Committee. A public informational open house will be held at three area locations to obtain comment on the Draft Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. The objective of these public open houses is to allow for the public to participate in the process and provide feedback on the draft document during the public comment period. The format of these open houses is to allow an informal discussion regarding the draft planning document between the public and RMAP staff. The dates, times, and locations are as follows: Tuesday, August 1, 2017 4:00 to 6:00 PM Boone County Administration Offices 1212 Logan Ave

River Water Reclamation District, City of Rockford Robert Rockwood, City of Rockford, F.C.I. 201302244 15-01-404-005 3030 Horton St., Rockford National Fund LLC Danielle Castaneda, City of Rockford, 201302246 15-01-405-018 3015 16th St., Rockford Citibank N.A. Debborah Woods, James Grillo, City of 201302251 15-01-410-004 3116 15th St., Rockford Rockford, U.S. Bank N.A. as Trustee Beverly Jean Poe, City of Rockford, United 201302252 15-01-410-010 3138 15th St., Rockford Credit Service Inc. George Secrist, City of Rockford 201302253 15-01-426-015 30XX 17th St., Rockford Virginia Brown, Illinois Department of 201302254 15-01-427-019 3003 18th St., Rockford Healthcare and Family Services, Illinois Attorney General, City of Rockford, U.S. Attorney General, U.S. District Attorney, Internal Revenue Service, Illinois Department of Revenue Gabriel Almaraz, City of Rockford 201302256 15-01-430-022 31XX 17th St., Rockford Gabriel Almaraz, City of Rockford 201302257 15-01-430-023 31XX 17th St., Rockford Gabriel Almaraz, City of Rockford 201302258 15-01-430-024 31XX 17th St., Rockford Gabriel Almaraz, City of Rockford 201302259 15-01-430-025 31XX 17th St., Rockford Amana Construction, City of Rockford 201302274 15-02-252-001 2904 Kishwaukee St., Rockford Werner Fajardo 201302304 15-02-381-016 Part of 3303 Kishwaukee St., Rockford Hilda Miller Estate, Robert West, City of 201302325 15-02-480-010 3301 Collins St., Rockford Rockford, Leroy Miller, Walter K. West, Terry Celcedo, Kim Maloy, Henrietta Miller, Heirs, Devisees and Legatees Donald Whitman, Jim Holder Heating & Air 201302334 15-03-404-012 3737 Algonquin Blvd., Rockford Conditioning Jacqueline Helsinger 201302340 15-04-202-029 Part of 3363 Prairie Rd., Rockford Jacqueline Helsinger 201302341 15-04-202-030 Part of 3363 Prairie Rd., Rockford Jacqueline Helsinger 201302342 15-04-202-031 Part of 3363 Prairie Rd., Rockford Jacqueline Helsinger 201302343 15-04-202-033 Part of 3363 Prairie Rd., Rockford Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302351 15-11-358-003 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302352 15-11-358-007 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302353 15-11-358-008 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302354 15-11-358-009 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302355 15-11-358-010 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302356 15-11-358-011 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302357 15-11-359-010 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302358 15-11-359-011 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302359 15-11-359-012 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302360 15-11-359-013 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Laura Thomas, Leo Thomas, Illinois Attorney 201302361 15-11-359-014 Tracts S. of 190 E. Shore Dr., Rockford General, Illinois Department of Revenue Zahed H. Khan, Nahid K. Khan, City of 201302363 15-11-478-004 1013 39th Ave., Rockford Rockford, County of Winnebago Charles Kenney, Charles V. Kenney Trustee 201302383 15-19-201-008 Tract S. of 6498 Fitzgerald Rd., Rockford TR 1104941 Paul Saleh, Sherri Saleh, Portfolio Recovery 201302385 15-19-401-037 Tract S. of 707 Gold River Ave., Rockford Associates LLC Frank Camelin, Winnebago County Highway 201302387 15-19-401-042 802 Blue Lake Ave., Rockford Department, County of Winnebago Louis Garippo 201302409 15-24-402-006 Island S. of 2533 New Milford Church Rd., Rockford Lyle Warner, Florence Warner, Mancuso 201302410 15-25-285-008 602 Mead Dr., Rockford Investment Corporation Masud Sherazee, City of Rockford, Mohammad 201301008 11-21-182-003 316 S. Horace Ave., Rockford Ali, Masud Ali Sherazee Titan Rentals LLC, City of Rockford, Union 201301009 11-21-182-004 318 S. Horace Ave., Rockford Savings Bank Said property was sold on October 27, 2014 for the general taxes for the year 2013 and prior years. The period of redemption will expire on October 27, 2017. On December 22, 2017 at 9:30 A.M. in Courtroom 426 the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an ordering directing the issuance of a Tax Deed should the real estate not be redeemed. Winnebago County, Trustee Petitioner 7781R TRRT 7/26 Belvidere, IL 61008 Wednesday, August 2, 2017 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Regional Design Center 315 N Main St Rockford, IL 61101 Thursday, August 3, 2017 5:00 to 7:00 PM Machesney Park Village Hall 300 Roosevelt Rd Machesney Park, IL 61115 For questions or comments about the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, the Public Open Houses, or other related matters, please contact: Sydney Turner Metropolitan Planner Region 1 Planning Council 313 N. Main Street Rockford, IL 61101 815-319-4185 sturner@r1planning.org 7843R TRRT 7/26

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Government Notices n n n INVITATION TO BID DEMOLITIONS PACKAGE #3 (831 N. Johnston Avenue, 431 Oakley Avenue, 1234 Blaisdell Street, 121 S. Henrietta Avenue, 518 Miriam Avenue, 1212 Arthur Avenue, 1433 Mulberry Street, 2204 Ashland Avenue, 1418 Green Street, 1012 Furman Street, 2116 Shelley Drive, 1404 Elm Street, 1502 Green Street) BID NO.: 717-CD-100 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at the office of the Central Services Manager, City Hall Building, 425 East State Street, 4th floor, Rockford, Illinois 61104. At that time and place all bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids will be accepted until the specified opening time and date. Any bidder attempting to deliver after the opening time

and date will be refused. Bid documents may be obtained at the office of the Central Services Manager, at City Hall, or at https://rockfordil.gov/city-departments/finance/central-services/ purchasing Bids must be enclosed in a sealed envelope and marked with the name of the bid, and the bid number. Each bidder shall submit with his bid the information specified in the bid documents for compliance with the laws of the State of Illinois on Fair Employment Practices and with the City of Rockford’s Ordinance on Equal Employment and Business Opportunity. Any bid which fails to include the compliance items properly completed will not be read and will not be considered. The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive technicalities. 7844R TRRT 7/26

July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n INVITATION TO BID BRP/RCI DEMOLITIONS PACKAGE #4 (933 Woodlawn Avenue, 943 Woodlawn Avenue, 211 Irving Avenue, 317 Marvin Street, 1319 10TH Street, 1424 15TH Street, 725 Maple Street, 1816 West State Street) BID NO.: 717-CD-101 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at the office of the Central Services Manager, City Hall Building, 425 East State Street, 4th floor, Rockford, Illinois 61104. At that time and place all bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids will be accepted until the specified opening time and date. Any bidder attempting to deliver after the opening time and date will be refused. Bid documents may be obtained at the office of the Central Services Manager, at City Hall, or at https://rockfordil.gov/city-departments/finance/central-services/ purchasing Bids must be enclosed in a sealed envelope and marked with the name of the bid, and the bid number. Each bidder shall submit with his bid the information specified in the bid documents for compliance with the laws of the State of Illinois on Fair Employment Practices and with the City of Rockford’s Ordinance on Equal Employment and Business Opportunity. Any bid which fails to include the compliance items properly completed will not be read and will not be considered. The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive technicalities. 7856R TRRT 7/26

Public Notices n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Auto Mechanic & Welding business in said County and State under the name of Trego Automotive at the following post office addresses: 5911 Park Ridge Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Scott Trego SIGNED: Scott Trego 7/5/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 5th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7802R TRRT 7/26 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FIRST NATIONAL BANK & TRUST CO. Plaintiff, -v.JAMES CRANDELL A/K/A JAMES W. CRANDEL, et al Defendant 17CH 00075 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 12, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 8, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS FIFTEEN (15) AND SIXTEEN (16) IN BLOCK FIVE (5) AS DES-

IGNATED UPON THE REPLAT OF GRANT PARK SUBDIVISION, WHICH RE-PLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 13 OF PLATS, PAGE 35 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 615 FITCH ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 15-02331-024. 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-15107. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-15107 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00075 TJSC#: 37-3764 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. I722142 P7841R TRRT 8/9 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.TAMMY L. SWICK, et al Defendant 17CH 00113 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 17, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 6, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 74 AND 75 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF FOREST VIEW, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 13 OF PLATS ON PAGE 38 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 333 BURR OAK AVENUE, SOUTH BELOIT, IL 61080 Property Index No. 04-07-234002; 04-07-234-001 (007A074; 007A075). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-01288. 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. 14-17-01288 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00113 TJSC#: 37-4825 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. I724234 P7842R TRRT 8/9 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. LYNN D. HOLLINGSHED, CYNTHIA HOLLINGSHED, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 2017-CH-587 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 July 18, 2017 and is now pending. 1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. 2. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above. 3. The name of the titleholders of record are Lynn D. Hollingshed

and Cynthia Hollingshed 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: DICKERMAN + HOPKINS SUBD PT NW 1/4 SEC 22-44-1 LOT 015 BLOCK 001 P.I.N. No. 11-22-130-016 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 201 Forest Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101 6. An identification of the Lien sought to be foreclosed is as follows: a. Name of Property Owners: Lynn D. Hollingshed and Cynthia Hollingshed b. Name of Lien Holder: City of Rockford c. Date of Lien: January 21, 2016 d. Date of Recording: November 22, 2016 e. County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois f. Recording Document Identification: 20161036048 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 15th day of September, 2017 default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure. Circuit Clerk Matthew D. Flores – ARDC #6323902 City of Rockford Department of Law 425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (779) 348-7154 7845R TRRT 8/9 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. CHEVETTE BIRGANS, UNKNOWN OWNERS, and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants. Case No. 2017-CH-589 Address: 218 Irving Avenue Rockford, IL 61101 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 December 1st, 2017 and is now pending. 1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. 2. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above. 3. The name of the titleholders of record are Chevette Birgans 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Lot Two(2) in Block Five (5) as designated upon the Plat of Dickerman and Robertson’s West Addition to the City of Rockford, the Plat of which Addition is recorded in Book 6 of Plats on Page 7 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County , Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. situated in Winnebago County, Illinois P.I.N. No. 11-22-108-012

5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 218 Irving Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101 6. An identification of the Lien sought to be foreclosed is as follows: a. Name of Property Owners: Chevette Birgans b. Name of Lien Holder: City of Rockford c. Date of Lien: January 28, 2016 d. Date of Recording: December 1, 2016 e. County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois f. Recording Document Identification: 20161036842 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 8th day of September, 2017 default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure. Circuit Clerk Matthew D. Flores – ARDC #6323902 City of Rockford Department of Law 425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (779) 348-7395 7846R TRRT 8/9 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. ABANA TABB, UNKNOWN OWNERS, and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 2017-CH-570 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 July 13, 2017 and is now pending. 1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. 2. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above. 3. The name of the titleholder of record is Abana Tabb. 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: LOT FOURTEEN (14) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HENRY WILLIAMS SUBDIVISION, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 6 OF PLATS ON PAGE 25 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. No. 11-15-380-004 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 515 Furman Street, Rockford, Illinois 6. An identification of the Lien sought to be foreclosed is as follows: a. Name of Property Owners: Abana Tabb b. Name of Lien Holder: City of Rockford c. Date of Lien: November 14, 2016

d. Date of Recording: December 16, 2016 e. County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois f. Recording Document Identification: 20161039042 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 15th day of September, 2017, default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure. Circuit Clerk Matthew D. Flores – ARDC #6323902 City of Rockford Department of Law 425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (779) 348-7154 7847R TRRT 8/9 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 BARBARA L. SOLA, Decedent. Case No. 2017-P-306 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of BARBARA L. SOLA of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on July 17, 2017 to JAMES J. SOLA of Rockford, Illinois, whose attorney is Marcia L. Mueller, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, 100 Park Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 26, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the Winnebago County Courthouse, Probate Division, 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representatives, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representatives and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. /s/ James J. Sola JAMES J. SOLA, Administrator of the Estate of BARBARA L. SOLA, Deceased Marcia L. Mueller ARDC 3122098 mmueller@hinshawlaw.com Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP 100 Park Avenue P.O. Box 1389 Rockford, IL 61105-1389 Phone: 815-490-4919 7848R TRRT 8/9 n n n NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6146, 7511 Vandiver Rd, Cherry Valley IL 61112 (815-332-4400) to satisfy a lien on August 10th, 2017 at approx. 10:00 AM at www. storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date. Cube #F12, Elizabeth Rucker; Cube #H26, Anthony Aceste; Cube #LL7, Franca M Mastrodonato; Cube #N50, Erin Castrejon;

Cube #P5, Antonio Ramos. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6150, 4548 American Rd, Rockford IL 61109 (815-874-2141) to satisfy a lien on August 10, 2017 at approx. 11:00 AM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date. Cube #1175, Paulette Diaz; Cube #1243, Theresa Kopplin; Cube #1412, Abrianna Nicole Vyborny; Cube #1421, Jim Napton; Cube #1513, Shane W Roberson; Cube #1924, Daniel Taylor; Cube #2202, Ashley Samaniego; Cube #2208, Briana C Allen; Cube #3408, Wendy Parker; Cube #4106, Erin N Murphy; Cube #4228, Mary Buresh; Cube #5511, Angela M Harne; Cube #801, Brad Love; Cube #805, Julie A Carlson; Cube #A32, Latangela Oneal. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6152, 3015 N. Main St., Rockford IL 61103 (815-282-4500) to satisfy a lien on August 10, 2017 at approx. 11:30 AM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date. Cube #A185, Dorothea M Horton; Cube #B184, Keyondia Lacole Watkins; Cube #B225, Robert Rapisardi; Cube #B245, Shawanda D Claiborne; Cube #B257, Dante R Luckett; Cube #B259, Lashena T Robinson; Cube #B324, Stephen Watson; Cube #B337, Cheyenne N Dixon; Cube #B47, Kimberly Swanborg; Cube #B70, Mariah Neal; Cube #E8, Patrick Sullivan. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6151, 6210 Forest Hills Road, Rockford IL 61111 (815-877-3146) to satisfy a lien on August 10, 2017 at approx. 12:00 PM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date. Cube #206, Tami Zaiss; Cube #211B, Tationa Monique Elliott; Cube #252, Cheryl Curtis Barmore; Cube #341, Stephen M Moraska; Cube #450, Richard McDonald; Cube #466, Stephen Spahn. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6148, 4300 Interstate Blvd, Loves Park IL 61111 (815-885-2100) to satisfy a lien on August 10, 2017 at approx. 12:30 PM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date. Cube #254, Aaron Meyer. 7850R TRRT 8/2

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF JOSHUA JAMERSON, DECEASED. 17P 286 Notice is given to creditors of the death of the above named decedent. Letters of office were issued to AUDREY HILDRETH, 2712 ASHLAND AVENUE, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, 61101, as Independent ADMINISTRATOR , whose attorney of record is LYNNE KRALOVEC; KRALOVEC JAMBOIS & SCHWARTZ, 60 WEST RANDOLPH STREET, 4TH FLOOR, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, 60601. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, par. 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the clerk Tom Klein 400 West State Street Room 100 Rockford, Illinois 61101-1221 or with the representative, or both, on or before JANUARY 19, 2018, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. LYNNE KRALOVEC KRALOVEC JAMBOIS & SCHWARTZ 60 WEST RANDOLPH STREET, 4TH FLOOR CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, 60601 (312) 782-2525 I725883 P7806R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY; Plaintiff, vs. ANDY CRUZ; JESSICA CRUZ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17CH 57 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, August 24, 2017, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: THE EAST ONE HUNDRED TWENTY (120) FEET OF LOT THREE (3) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF EASTMORELAND, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 12 OF PLATS ON PAGE 33 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS Commonly known as 1511

Eastmoreland Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61108. P.I.N. 12-32-104-024. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 4536960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F16090104 I725603 P7807R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL, LLC Plaintiff, -v.JOSE RIVAS, et al Defendant 16CH 00990 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 26, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 31, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE WEST FORTY-FOUR (44) FEET IN WIDTH OF LOT ELEVEN (11) IN BLOCK SIX (6) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF CROSBY’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 40 OF PLATS ON PAGE 4 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THE EAST LINE OF SAID PREMISES BEING PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1314 BENTON STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 11-24-309017 (204C324). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-15276. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-15276 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00990 TJSC#: 37-4192 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. I722611 P7809R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL BORGETTI, et al Defendant 16CH 00847 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, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 28, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT NO. A-11 IN HALSTED WOODS CONDOMINIUMS AS DELIN-

EATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: LOT ONE (1), AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HALSTED WOODS SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION THREE (3), TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 37 OF PLATS ON PAGE 62B IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘’B’’ TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM (AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME) RECORDED ON MICROFILM NO. 83-120892 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3525 SAINT ANTHONY WAY, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 11-03-353011 (183C-042). The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government

agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-10085. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-10085 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00847 TJSC#: 37-2712 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. I719228 P7810R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS M&T BANK, PLAINTIFF, VS. LUZ MABEL ARELLANO A/K/A LUZ M. ARELLANO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2017CH 492 411 BROOKE ROAD ROCKFORD, IL 61109 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU, Luz Mabel Arellano a/k/a Luz M. Arellano Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants 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 SEVEN (7) IN BLOCK NINETEEN (19) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE RE-PLAT OF GRANT PARK SUBDIVISION, WHICH RE-PLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 13 OF PLATS, PAGE 35 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 411 Brooke Road Rockford, IL 61109 and which said Mortgage was made by, Luz Mabel Arellano a/k/a Luz M. Arellano Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Nominee for RBC Mortgage Company, An Illinois Corporation Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0395214; 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 August 21, 2017, 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. 260130-91449 I725747 P7811R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF DELORIS L. GROVE; GLORIA BARKER; STEVEN SHOCK AKA STEVEN R. SHOCK; KAREN DELMORE; BEVERLY SERRANO AKA BEVERLY ANN SHOCK AKA BEVERLY A. SHOCK; KATHLEEN ENGLE; RICK SHOCK AKA ORVILLE R. SHOCK JR.; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; SHERRY ZACK AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF DELORIS L. GROVE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 15CH 300 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, August 24, 2017, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT TWELVE (12) IN BLOCK D AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF GREEN MEADOWS SUBDIVISION BEING A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) SECTION ONE AND A PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION TWO, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 14 OF PLATS ON PAGE 220 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 15-02-279-024. Commonly known as 2845 9th Street, Rockford, Illinois 61109. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 4536960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F15020073 I725604 P7808R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DUBUQUE BANK AND TRUST Plaintiff, -v.ANDREA GUSTAFSON, et al Defendant 17CH 00180 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 5, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 17, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT FIFTY-FIVE (55) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 4 OF THORNE LEDGE, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE WEST THREE-FOURTHS (3/4) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 36 OF PLATS ON PAGE 21-A IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6202 COTSWOLD LANE, CHERRY VALLEY, IL 61016 Property Index No. 16-22-126018 (274B065). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser

of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-01586. 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. 14-17-01586 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00180 TJSC#: 37-6356 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. I725867 P7805R TRRT 8/2 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 Educational Consulting business in said County and State under the name of MC Educational Consulting at the following post office addresses: 4504 Perry Ridge Ln., Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Lisa Clark; Brock Morlan SIGNED: Lisa Clark 7/25/17 SIGNED: Brock Morlan 7/25/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 25th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7870R TRRT 8/9 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 Flooring Company business in said County and State under the name of Fabuless Flooring at the following post office addresses: 947 N. Court St., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ira E. Robinson, 779-770-4841 SIGNED: Ira E. Robinson 7/20/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 20th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7869R TRRT 8/9

July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ALPINE BANK & TRUST COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs. JAMES S. HAGLER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 17 CH 579 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE To: UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, defendants in the above-entitled cause, that the above suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court for the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for foreclosure of a mortgage and other relief on the following described property in which you have or claim an interest: Lot Eight (8) in Block Three (3) as designated upon the Plat of Sunnyside Subdivision of part of the East Half (1/2) of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 36, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 5 of Plats on Page 30 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois commonly known as: 2209 18th Avenue, Rockford, IL 61104 Property Code: 216A 283 / PIN: 11-36-278-003 Title Holder of Record: JAMES S. HAGLER Identification of Mortgage: Mortgage from JAMES S. HAGLER to Alpine Bank & Trust Company dated October 9, 2013 and recorded October 11, 2013 in the Winnebago County Recorder’s Office as Document No. 20131041327. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said defendants, “Unknown Owners” and “Non-Record Claimants” file your answer in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, on or before August 31, 2017, default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. Dated: July 17, 2017 WILLIAMSMcCARTHY LLP /s/ Thomas P. Sandquist Thomas P. Sandquist Its Attorneys Prepared By: Thomas P. Sandquist WILLIAMSMcCARTHY LLP 120 West State Street P.O. Box 219

Rockford, Illinois 61105 (815) 987-8900 7852R TRRT 8/9 n n n NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THE LAW FIRM OF HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ALPINE BANK & TRUST CO., Plaintiff, v. KEVIN D. ROBERTS; JESSICA A. ROBERTS; UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No.: 2017 CH 592 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS FOR PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, NOTICE is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, by the said Plaintiff, against you and other Defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage concerning the premises described as follows, to-wit: Parcel I: The Southerly Thirty-three (33) feet of Lot Twelve (12) in Block Four (4) as designated upon the Plat of Coleman and Garrison’s Addition to the City of Rockford, the Plat of which Addition is recorded in Book 37 of Deeds on page 27 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, the Northerly line of said tract being parallel with the Southerly line of said lot; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Parcel II: The Northerly Thirty-five (35) feet of Lot Eleven (11) in Block Four (4) as designated upon the Plat of Coleman and Garrison’s Addition to the City of Rockford, the Plat of which Addition is recorded in Book 37 of Deeds on page 27 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, the Southerly line of said tract being parallel with the Northerly line of said lot; situated in the County of Winnebago and

State of Illinois. COMMON ADDRESS: 1120 N. Court Street Rockford, IL 61103 P.I.N. NUMBERS: 11-14-452029 11-14-452-030 PROPERTY CODES: 194C 157 194C 156 And for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that the suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint of said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse in the City of Rockford, Illinois, on or before the 28th day of August, 2017, default may be entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. THOMAS A. KLEIN, Clerk of the Circuit Court, 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois PREPARED BY: Yashekia T. Simpkins (ARDC #6307014) HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP 100 Park Avenue P.O. Box 1389 Rockford, IL 61105-1389 Phone: 815-490-4900 Fax: 815-490-4901 ysimpkins@hinshawlaw.com 7853R TRRT 8/9 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO In the Matter of: SHELDON THOMAS HOBBS, Case No. 2017 MR 639 NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE Notice is hereby given, that on October 11, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. in Court Room 426, SHELDON THOMAS HOBBS, will present a Petition requesting that the Court change his present name of SHELDON THOMAS HOBBS to the name of SHELDON THOMAS STEWARD. The hearing will take place at Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., in Rockford, Illinois. /s/ Sheldon Thomas Hobbs SHELDON THOMAS HOBBS DATE: July 21, 2017 Prepared By: Franklin J. Eubank, Jr. (#6208840) 126 N. Church St. Rockford, IL 61101-1002 Telephone: (815) 961-9668 Facsimily: (815) 965-9451 E-mail: attorneyeubank@ ameritech.net 7854R TRRT 8/9 n n n NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Personal Property stored by the following individuals from A Place for Space Self Storage L.L.C. P.O. Box 8116 Rockford, IL 61126, a self service storage facility, operated by A Place for Space Self Storage

L.L.C. shall be sold at a public auction at the address listed below. The Auction will be held on or after 08/25/2017 at 9:00 a.m. to enforce the Owner’s lien thereon. If there are no bidders, the property will be otherwise disposed of by owner. Any vehicles sold will not have a title provided to the buyer. Units Located at: 5112 Linden Rd. Rockford IL 61109 9:00 a.m. Lisa Nelson-Thompson Unit #021; Mary Rios Unit #030; Danielle Griffin Unit #071; Kristina Matlock Unit #083; Tornisha Lake Unit #183; Harlan Fluker Unit #223; Pamela Beamus Unit #239; Genalia Byrd-Hodges Unit #224; Maria Thomas Unit #247; Thomas Johnson Unit #341; Egbert Sachez Unit #351; Tashe Anderson Unit #464; Tudorel Dicu Unit #475; Wendi Vazquez Unit #179; Robert Zadek Unit #LRV20. Units Located at: 3722 Baxter Rd. Rockford IL 61109 none Units Located at: 5315 Sandy Hollow Road Rockford IL 61109 10:30 a.m. Shannon Milligan Unit #S066; Timothy Lawnduski Unit #S077; Amy Cobb Unit #S094; John Doe Unknown Unit #S097; Gerldine Horton Unit #S110. Units Located at: 1619 N Meridian Rd Rockford IL 61103 11:00 a.m. Earl Owens Unit #M054; Robert Knarr Unit #M148; Demarshaey Martin Unit #M100. Units Located at: 1821 Chrysler Dr. Belvidere IL 61008 1:00 p.m. Sandra Ramos Unit #C007; Sandra Ramos Unit #C048; Robert Rider Unit #C075. If unit is not paid in full by Friday August 18th 2017 at 4 p.m. your unit will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction on Friday August 25th 2017. To register as a buyer please arrive 15 minutes prior to auction with proper identification and payment. You may also register on Thursday August 24th from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at our office located at 5112 Linden Rd. Rockford IL 61109. A Place for Space Self Storage L.L.C. 7855R TRRT 8/2 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO SS. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: GLADYS M. GARRETT, Deceased CASE NO. 2017 P 276 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN of the death of GLADYS M. GARRETT. Letters of Office were issued on 7-03-2017 to Dyan Black, 14122 DeLatour Drive, South Beloit, Illinois 61080, who is the legal representative(s) of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Attorney Lisa M. Schultz,

604 Pleasant Street, Suite 120, Beloit, Wisconsin 53511. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 26, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate’s legal representatives, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate’s legal representatives and to his attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. DATED: July 26, 2017, DYAN BLACK, Executor, Attorney Lisa M. Schultz, 604 Pleasant Street, Suite 120, Beloit, Wisconsin, 53511 (608) 365-6614. Reg. St. 7851R TRRT 8/9 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: Joseph Michael Furcron Jr. Case Number 17 MR 611 There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Joseph Michael Furcron Jr. to the new name of: Joseph Michael Furcron Haney. The court date will be held: on September 14, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., at 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL, Winnebago County, in Courtroom # 426. /s/ Joseph Michael Furcron Jr. Joseph Michael Furcron Jr. 7849R TRRT 8/9 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 Siding Installation business in said County and State under the name of Lones Custom Exteriors at the following post office addresses: 402 Marquette Rd., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Timothy J. Lones SIGNED: Timothy J. Lones 7/24/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 24th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7857R TRRT 8/9 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 & Cat Grooming business in said County and State under the name of Happy Paws Pet Spaw at the following post office addresses: 208 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Dianna Recoy SIGNED: Dianna Recoy 7/21/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 21st day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7858R TRRT 8/9 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 Apothecary, Edible Landscape Design & Energy Work Service/Business business in said County and State under the name of Breathe. Smile. Balance. at the following post office addresses: 6541 11th St., Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Anna Ramsby SIGNED: Anna Ramsby 7/21/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 21st day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7859R TRRT 8/9 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Nail Salon business in said County and State under the name of Lavish Nail Bar at the following post office addresses: 1081 W. Lane Rd., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Nghia Doan, (815) 608-6443; Thinh Le SIGNED: Nghia Doan 7/24/17 SIGNED: Thinh Le 7/24/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 24th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7860R TRRT 8/9 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Nail Salon business in said County and State under the name of The Nail Lounge at the following post office addresses: 1513 West Lane Road, Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such

business are as follows: Nghia Doan, 815-914-6776 SIGNED: Nghia Doan 7/24/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 24th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7861R TRRT 8/9 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 Thdocta’s Jerk & Soul Restaurant business in said County and State under the name of Thdocta Jerk & Soul at the following post office addresses: 330 College Ave., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Adedoyin Morgan; Ruth Morgan; Toyin Morgan. SIGNED: Adedoyin Morgan 7/21/17 SIGNED: Ruth Morgan 7/21/17 SIGNED: Toyin Morgan 7/21/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 21st day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7862R TRRT 8/9 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 Football camps that specialized for your teams; youth & coaching clinics; Coach Stone Football offers football camps, coaches clinics, moms clinics, and practice evaluations, for more information visit www.coachstonefootball.com business in said County and State under the name of Coach Stone Football at the following post office addresses: 5532 Stockton Dr., Rockford, IL 61109, www.coachstonefootball.com; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Anthony Stone SIGNED: Anthony Stone 7/19/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 19th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7863R TRRT 8/9 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Online Retail business in said County and State under the name of True Gentleman Collection at the following post office addresses: 7431 East State Street, #103, Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Patrick A. Sellers; Chris-

topher M. Hagger SIGNED: Patrick A. Sellers 7/19/17 SIGNED: Christopher M. Hagger 7/19/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 19th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7864R TRRT 8/9 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 furniture refinishing, restoration and custom builds business in said County and State under the name of Recrafted at the following post office addresses: 1385 Black Cherry Dr., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Brandon Hultman SIGNED: Brandon Hultman 7/19/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 19th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7865R TRRT 8/9 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 Victory Lawn Care at the following post office addresses: 3027 Jacqueline Ct., #5, Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Derrick Allen SIGNED: Derrick Allen 7/5/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 5th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7866R TRRT 8/9 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 film recording and production business in said County and State under the name of R86 Productions at the following post office addresses: 6566 Old Colony Bend, Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Daniel L. Heinemann SIGNED: Daniel L. Heinemann 7/19/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 19th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 7867R TRRT 8/9

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR BANC OF AMERICA ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-4 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-4 Plaintiff, -v.PHILIP ROTSTEIN, et al Defendant 15CH 00807 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 31, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 1, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THAT PART OF LOTS 1, 2, 7 AND 8 IN BLOCK 1 IN W.T. ROBERTSON’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED, AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING IN THE SOUTH LINE OF CHARLES STREET AND IN THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 1 AT A POINT 22 FEET DUE EAST FROM THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 1; RUNNING THENCE SOUTH TO A POINT 111 1/2 FEET FROM THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 8; THENCE WEST 22 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 8; THENCE NORTH, 6 1/2 FEET; THENCE WEST 22 FEET; THENCE NORTH ON A LINE PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOTS 7 AND 2, AND AT A DISTANCE OF OF 22 FEET WEST THEREFROM TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 2 AND THE SOUTH LINE OF CHARLES STREET; AND THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF CHARLES STREET TO THE POINT OF COMMENCEMENT. Commonly known as 1619 CHARLES STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-25177-004. The real estate is improved with a duplex. 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff

makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-13432. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-13432 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00807 TJSC#: 37-5249 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. I725843 P7812R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, vs. LORENA HERNANDEZ; FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 17CH 15 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, August 24, 2017 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 Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 16, Township 44 North,

Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, bounded as follows, to-wit: Beginning at a point 462 feet South of the North line of said Quarter (1/4) Section, 157.75 feet West of the East line of said Quarter (1/4) Section; thence West parallel with the North line of said Quarter (1/4) Section, 157.75 feet; thence North 50 feet parallel with the East line of said Quarter (1/4) Section; thence East 157.75 feet, parallel with the North line of said Quarter (1/4) Section; thence South 50 feet, parallel with the East line of said Quarter (1/4) Section to the place of beginning, excepting therefrom the West 33 feet of said premises, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as 1019 North Independence Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101. P.I.N. 11-16-429-007. 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 Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-034740 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I725609 P7813R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: TIMOTHY A. D’ANGELO, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 291 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of TIMOTHY A. D’ANGELO on June 1, 2017. Letters of Office were issued on June 28, 2017 to NICOLE M. BRYANT and ARIEL L. D’ANGELO, who are the legal representatives of the estate. The attorney for the estate is ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO, 535 Loves Park Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 20, 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: 7/11/17 NICOLE M. BRYANT and ARIEL L. D’ANGELO, CO-ADMINISTRATORS ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO #87 Attorney for Estate

535 Loves Park Drive Loves Park, IL 61111 815/654-3060 7818R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ROBERT C. VINCE, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 283 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of ROBERT C. VINCE on June 1, 2017. Letters of Office were issued on July 7, 2017 to TERESA L. WALLING who is the legal representatives of the estate. The attorney for the estate is ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO, 535 Loves Park Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 21, 2017, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate 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: 7/11/17 TERESA L. WALLING, EXECUTOR ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO #87 Attorney for Estate 535 Loves Park Drive Loves Park, IL 61111 815/654-3060 7819R TRRT 8/2 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: Gary Lloyd Kearby Case Number 17 MR 592 There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Gary Lloyd Kearby to the new name of: Gary Lloyd Kirby. The court date will be held: on August 30, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., at 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL, Winnebago County, in Courtroom # 412. /s/ Gary L. Kirby Gary L. Kearby 7820R TRRT 8/2 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: JAMES W. FITHEN. Deceased. 2017 P 161 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATIONWILLS AND CLAIMS NOTICE is given of the death of James W. Fithen. Letters of Office were issued on May 5, 2017 to James Fithen Jr., 305 S. 2nd Street, Houston, MO 65483 who is the independent administrator of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Jim Hursh of Sreenan & Cain, P.C. 321 West State Street, Suite 700 Rockford, IL 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 19, 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 dated 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 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 days after it has been filed. Dated: July 19, 2017 JAMES FITHEN JR., Independent Administrator Jim Hursh SCHAFER DeRANGO & CAIN, LLP. 321 West State Street, Suite 700 Rockford, IL 61101 (815) 962-5490 jhursh@sdc-law.net 7821R TRRT 8/2 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN CHANCERY IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: CHARLES CHRIEST, Petitioner, vs. ALANA CHRIEST, Respondent. Case No. 17 D 300 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent ALANA CHRIEST that Petitioner CHARLES CHRIEST 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 August 21 2017, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition. /s/ Charles Chriest, Petitioner 7823R TRRT 8/2 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 COLEEN GILL, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 278 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of COLEEN GILL. Letters of Office were issued on July 7, 2017; TERRY N. GILL and TERESA MANGRUM are the legal representatives of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is CHESTER R. CHOSTNER, JR., One Court Place, Ste. 202, Rockford, Illinois 61101. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before January 19, 2018; that date being at least six (6) months from the first date of 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 their attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. DATED: 7/19/17

CHESTER R. CHOSTNER, Jr. P.C. (#0438855) One Court Place, Ste. 202 Rockford, Illinois 61101 815-962-7500 Facsimile: 815-962-0815 crcjrpc@aol.com 7824R TRRT 8/2 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ESTHER JEANNE WILLHOITE, Deceased No. 17-P-260 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of Esther Jeanne Willhoite. Letters of Office were issued on Jun e30, 2017 to John W. Wall, 25971 North 2000 East Road, Odell, IL 60460, as Executor, and whose attorney is Ronald K. Fellheimer, 210 N. Main Street, Pointiac, Illinois 61764. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the representatives, or both, on or before the 19th day of January, 2018 and any claim not filed on or before said date is barred. Copy of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. Dated this 12th day of July, 2017. Ronald K. Fellheimer FELLHEIMER LAW FIRM, LTD. Attorneys for the Estate 210 N. Main Street Pointiac, IL 61764 Telephone: 815/842-3858 7825R TRRT 8/2 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 Unknown others, Nonrecord Claimants and Unknown Tenants, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, against you praying for a foreclosure of a mortgage upon the following property: Lot 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 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 August 25, 2017, 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 17th day of July, 2017 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 7826R TRRT 8/2 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION ESTATE OF: HENRY GONZALES, Deceased. No. 17 P 215 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of HENRY GONZALES. Letters of Office were issued to Linda Stoikes, 4141 East Barreltown Rd., Mineral Point, WI 53565, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Jeffrey E. Livingston, 542 E. Grand Ave., Beloit, WI 53511. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk’s office, Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, Illinois, with the representative or both on or before the 19th day of January, 2018, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by §18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed. DATED: July 17, 2017 Linda Stoikes, Independent Executor of the Estate of HENRY GONZALES Jeffrey E. Livingston BOLGRIEN, KOEPKE, KIMES & LIVINGSTON, LLC 542 East Grand Avenue Beloit, WI 53511 608-365-7702 7828R TRRT 8/2 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Nail Salon business in said County and State under the name of VIP Nails at the following post office addresses: 6512 E. Riveride Blvd., Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Huyen Nguyen SIGNED: Huyen Nguyen 7/18/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th

day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7829R TRRT 8/2 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 maintenance and installations business in said County and State under the name of Castle Stone Services at the following post office addresses: 13217 Red Rose Trl., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Rosa Elizarraras SIGNED: Rosa Elizarraras 7/18/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7830R TRRT 8/2 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 Framing Construction business in said County and State under the name of Cardenas Framing Construction at the following post office addresses: 2804 Edelweiss Rd., Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: David Cardenas, 815-509-2436 SIGNED: David Cardenas 7/15/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of July, A.D. 2017. Robert S. Witt, Notary Public My Commission Expires 11/01/20 7831R TRRT 8/2 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 HVAC residential & light commercial business in said County and State under the name of Heath’s Heating & Cooling at the following post office addresses: 421 E. Main St., Rockton, IL 61072; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Heath Reyes, 815319-8338 SIGNED: Heath Reyes 7/12/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 12th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7832R TRRT 8/2 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 Commercial Hood Cleaning and Inspection business in said County and State under the name of Shure-Clean at the following post office addresses: 507 David Drive, Winnebago, IL 61088; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Mark A. Worden, 815-593-4316; Cheryl B. Worden SIGNED: Mark A. Worden 7/14/17 SIGNED: Cheryl B. Worden 7/14/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 14th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7837R TRRT 8/2

July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-155 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE Gary Guilde, as Successor Co-Trustee, Karen Guilde, as Successor Co-Trustee, Gary Guilde, Karen Guilde, City of Rockford, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: Vacant Land – 2XXX N Central Ave., Rockford, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 11-10-351-024 Rockford Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7787R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-156 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE Mary D. Milanos, Discover Bank, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Occupants, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois. THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: Vacant Land – 4230 Mila Ave, Rockford, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 11-17-378-004 and 11-17-378-005 Rockford Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County

Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7788R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-157 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE The Heirs at Law of Rose Marie Miller, deceased, Terry Miller, Donald Miller, Nadine Miller Halcom, Winnebago County Highway Department, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Occupants, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois. THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: 211 S. Springfield Avenue, Rockford, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 11-20-177-042 Rockford Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7789R TRRT 7/26

n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-158 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE Beverly Nunally, Betty M. Rodgers, The Heirs at Law of Norman L. Smith, deceased, Randall R. Smith, Margie S. Zellers, The City of Rockford Occupants, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois. THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: 1026 16th Street, Rockford, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 11-25-413-007 Rockford Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7790R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-159 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE Carmella C. Cason, Carmella C. Cason Living Trust, Blackhawk Bank, N.A., Cason, Inc.- Maria’s, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois. THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: Vacant Lot Corbin Street, Rockford, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 11-27-132-004 Rockford Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County

Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7791R TRRT 7/26 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a retail business in said County and State under the name of Her Side My Side at the following post office addresses: 109 W. Main St., Rockton, IL 61072; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Sarah Sabbe; Toni Weldon SIGNED: Sarah Sabbe 7/5/17 SIGNED: Toni Weldon 7/5/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 5th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley L. Carter, DEPUTY 7800R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-160 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE Osiel Cruzguillen, The City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Occupants, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: 823 Illinois Avenue, Rockford, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 11-27-378-022 Rockford Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street.

You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7792R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-161 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE Robert L. Arnold, Jr., GENPACT REGISTERED AGENT Inc., for Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., The City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Occupants, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: 525 Illinois Avenue, Rockford, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 11-27-452-026 Rockford Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7793R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-162 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE Roosevelt William, The heirs of Frances Williams, deceased, Douglas Williams, The City of Rockford, Rock River Water Reclamation District, Occupants, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois

THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: 1824 Loomis, Rockford, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 11-28-252-012 Rockford Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7794R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-163 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE Fred Weiss and the Spouse of Fred Weiss, the City of South Beloit, Occupants, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: 136 S Lincoln Ave, South Beloit, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 04-06-177-009 in Roscoe Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem

will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7795R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-164 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE TADS Sports Bar & Grill, LLC, MANLAR Investment Group, Inc., Robert K. Larsen, Beth Larsen, Sandra Daniels, Michael Fregeau, First American Credit Union, Advia Credit Union, City of South Beloit, Occupants, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: 1322 Gardiner Avenue, South Beloit, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 04-05-427-003 in Roscoe Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7796R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX-165 FILED July 6, 2017 TAKE NOTICE Curtis F. Smith, Wileyna Gail Smith, Occupants, Owners; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Claimants; Persons interested in said property; Unknown Heirs and Legatees; County of Winnebago, State of Illinois THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at: 10869 Edgemere Terrace, Roscoe,

IL 61073 Legal Description or Permanent Index No. 04-32-327-020 in Roscoe Township. This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 26, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 26, 2017. This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County, in Rockford, Illinois, on November 17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 412, 400 West State Street. You may be present at this hearing but your rights to redeem will have expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 26, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Administration Building in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. Winnebago County Clerk 400 Elm Street Room 101 Rockford, IL 61101 (815)-319-4253 /s/ Elizabeth S. Reents, Trustee Purchaser or Assignee 7797R TRRT 7/26 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 massage & facials business in said County and State under the name of Devi Healing Arts at the following post office addresses: 1026 E. Riverside Blvd, #4, Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Sabrina Sanchez, 773-599-3384 SIGNED: Sabrina Sanchez 7/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley L. Carter, DEPUTY 7798R TRRT 7/26 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 Installing Gutters business in said County and State under the name of Brothers Gutters at the following post office addresses: 1009 Sanford St., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Edgar Manriquez SIGNED: Edgar Manriquez 7/11/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 11th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7799R TRRT 7/26

The Rock River Times. July 26, 2017

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P. Plaintiff, -v.LATRICE L. LOVELESS, et al Defendant 17CH 00033 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 10, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 21, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 21 IN BLOCK 12 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE MAP OF SOUTH BELOIT, ILLINOIS, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 8 OF PLATS, ON PAGE 21 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 244 S. HARRISON AVENUE, SOUTH BELOIT, IL 61080 Property Index No. 04-05-258022 (005C218). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our

building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-16628. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-16628 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00033 TJSC#: 37-4679 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. I723361 P7776R TRRT 7/26 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.JOSEPH R. PICCHI A/K/A JOSEPH PICCHI, et al Defendant 15CH 00980 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 17, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 21, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THAT PART OF LOT ONE (1) IN BLOCK THIRTY-FIVE (35) LYING EAST OF A LINE DRAWN PARALLEL WITH AND FIFTY (5O) FEET EAST OF THE WEST LINE THEREOF, AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HARLEM PARK SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE NORTH HALF (1/2) OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 6 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1744 MELROSE STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-13-182015 (193A 596). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in

and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-12992. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-12992 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00980 TJSC#: 37-4812 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. I723691 P7777R TRRT 7/26 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 Services business in said County and State under the name of B.C. Cleaning Services at the following post office addresses: 3520 Normandy Ave., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Maria S. Lucas SIGNED: Maria S. Lucas 7/19/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 19th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7868R TRRT 8/9 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX 167 FILED July 6, 2017 Infinity Assets LLC c/o registered agent: 6673 Thomas Pkwy, Rockford, IL 61114 Jose Fernandez: 2913 Sitka Ln. Rockford, IL 61101 Occupants: 2913 Sitka Ln. Rockford, Illinois 61101 Unknown Owners or Parties Interested Generally TAKE NOTICE County of Winnebago Date Premises Sold: October 27, 2014 Certificate No. 201300427 Sold of General Taxes of (year) 2013 Sold for Special Assessment of (municipality) N/A and Special Assessment Number: N/A Warrant No. N/A Ins. No. N/A THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at 2913 Sitka Ln. Rockford, Illinois Legal Description or Permanent Index No.: Lot thirty-two (32) as designated upon the plat of E.W. Schmeling and Sons Subdivision of the Smith Tract, Rockford, Illinois, the plat of which subdivision is recorded in Book 26 of Plats on page 168 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, together with an easement over the north fifteen (15) feet of lot thirty (30) and lot thirty one (31) of ingress and egress; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Permanent Index No.: 1110-204-008 This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 27, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This Notice is also to advise you that a Petition has been filed for a Tax Deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 27, 2017. This matter is set for hearing on 11/17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in courtroom 426 of the Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, Illinois. You may be present at this

hearing, but your right to redeem will have already expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 27, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Courthouse in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. AZB Investments, LLC, Petitioner /s/ David H. Carter DAVID H. CARTER, his attorney 308 West State Street, Suite 215 Rockford, IL 61101 (815) 968-8900 DHCLAW@aol.com 7786R TRRT 7/26 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 used items business in said County and State under the name of T & D Gift of Life Sales at the following post office addresses: 917 School St., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tait Smart; Deirdra Patterson SIGNED: Tait Smart 7/14/17 SIGNED: Deirdra Patterson 7/14/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 14th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7836R TRRT 8/2 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 cosmetology salon studio business in said County and State under the name of Hair Envy at the following post office addresses: 2696 McFarland Rd., Studio #1, Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Brandi Provow SIGNED: Brandi Provow 7/7/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7803R TRRT 7/26 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 Tanning Salon business in said County and State under the name of Electric Beach Tanning Salon at the following post office addresses: 1002 W. Riverside Blvd., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Karen K. Clark SIGNED: Karen K. Clark 7/12/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 12th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7833R TRRT 8/2 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 tire sales, repair & installation business in said County and State under the name of Bones Tire Service at the following post office addresses: 4117 W. State

St., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: James L. Kruse SIGNED: James L. Kruse 7/13/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 13th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7834R TRRT 8/2 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Electrical Services Company business in said County and State under the name of Totally Amped Electrical Services at the following post office addresses: 8655 Dutch Elm Ct., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Douglas Bogardus SIGNED: Douglas Bogardus 7/12/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 12th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7835R TRRT 8/2 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO Tausha Thomas Plaintiff, v. Krystle Rafferty Defendant. Case No. 2016 AR 77 Amount Claimed: Not exceeding $50,000 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given you, Krystle Rafferty, that this cause has been commenced against you in this Court asking for a personal injury judgment not to exceed $50,000.00 and other relief. Unless you file your response or otherwise file your appearance in this cause in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Winnebago County, Courthouse, Rockford, Illinois, on or before the 17th day of August, 2017 at 9:30 a.m., and other relief may be granted as prayed for by the Plaintiff. /s/ Tyler Crosby Tyler M. Crosby, Attorney for Plaintiff Attorney for Plaintiff Tyler M. Crosby 475 Executive Parkway Rockford, IL 61107 Attorney Identification #6323771 Office: (815) 394-1776 Fax: (815) 394-1955 Email: PURSUANT TO ILLINOIS SUPREME COURT RULE 11 FOR PLEADINGS ONLY 7782R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX 150 FILED June 29, 2017 ETC FBO Cust L. Justice IRA #37659 c/o PIP-West, LLC: 20 Towne Dr., Ste. 129 Bluffton, SC 29910 Occupants: 411 Garver Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61102 Unknown Owners or Parties Interested Generally TAKE NOTICE County of Winnebago Date Premises Sold: October 27, 2014 Certificate No. 201300895 Sold of General Taxes of (year) 2013 Sold for Special Assessment of (municipality) N/A and Special Assessment Number: N/A Warrant No. N/A Ins. No. N/A THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at 411 Garver

Avenue, Rockford, Illinois Legal Description or Permanent Index No.: Lots 5 and 6 in Block 9 as designated upon the Plat of Ridgewood Subdivision, being a subdivision of a part of the East Half of the East Half of Section 19, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal meridian, the Plat of which subdivision is recorded in the Recorder’s Office in Book 16 of Plats, page 1, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Permanent Index No.: 1119-432-016 This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 27, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This Notice is also to advise you that a Petition has been filed for a Tax Deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 27, 2017. This matter is set for hearing on 11/17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in courtroom 426 of the Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, Illinois. You may be present at this hearing, but your right to redeem will have already expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 27, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Courthouse in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. STEVEN PEEK, Petitioner /s/ David H. Carter DAVID H. CARTER, his attorney 308 West State Street, Suite 215 Rockford, IL 61101 (815) 968-8900 DHCLAW@aol.com 7784R TRRT 7/26 n n n TAX DEED NO. 2017 TX 166 FILED July 6, 2017 Joshua A. Fairbanks: 512 Olive Ct. Loves Park, IL 61111 Michael A. Maier: 512 Olive Ct. Loves Park, IL 61111 Brenda S. Maier: 512 Olive Ct. Loves Park, IL 61111 Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. c/o Codilis & Assc.: 15W030 North Frontage Rd. Ste. #100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Realtax Developers, Ltd.: P.O. Box 3021, Peoria, IL 61612 Occupants: 512 Olive Ct., Loves Park, IL 61111 Unknown Owners or Parties Interested Generally TAKE NOTICE County of Winnebago Date Premises Sold: October 27, 2014 Certificate No. 201301889 Sold of General Taxes of (year) 2013 Sold for Special Assessment of (municipality) N/A and Special Assessment Number: N/A Warrant No. N/A Ins. No. N/A THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Property located at 512 Olive

Court, Loves Park, Illinois Legal Description or Permanent Index No.: Lots 38 as designated upon the plat of Homesite, being a subdivision lying in a park of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 7, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of which subdivision is recorded in Book 13 of Plats on page 6 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Permanent Index No.: 1207-304-012 This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 27, 2017. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming. This Notice is also to advise you that a Petition has been filed for a Tax Deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 27, 2017. This matter is set for hearing on 11/17, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in courtroom 412 of the Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, Illinois. You may be present at this hearing, but your right to redeem will have already expired at that time. YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 27, 2017, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois at the County Courthouse in Rockford, Illinois. For further information contact the County Clerk. AZB Investments, LLC, Petitioner /s/ David H. Carter DAVID H. CARTER, his attorney 308 West State Street, Suite 215 Rockford, IL 61101 (815) 968-8900 DHCLAW@aol.com 7785R TRRT 7/26 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 installing floor covering business in said County and State under the name of Real World Flooring at the following post office addresses: 1823 N. Church St., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: John Patrick Penney SIGNED: John Patrick Penney 7/5/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 5th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7801R TRRT 7/26

July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, JON P. SELL, SHANNON L. SELL, DISCOVER BANK, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2016 CH 903 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure heretofore entered by the said Court on the 31ST day of March, 2017 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 24th day of August, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102

sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: Part of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section Twenty Nine (29) in Township Twenty Seven (27) North, Range Ten (10) East of the Fourth (4th) Principal Meridian, bounded as follows, to-wit: Beginning at a point in the South line of Fourth Street(extended West) Two Hundred Sixty Four (264) feet East of the point of intersection of the South line of Fourth Street so extended West with the East line of John Street (extended North); thence East along the South line of Fourth Street so extended West, Sixty-six (66) feet;

n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, vs. LORENA HERNANDEZ; FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 17CH 15 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, August 24, 2017 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 1019 North Independence Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101. P.I.N. 11-16-429-007. 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 Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-034740 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I725609 P7813R TRRT 8/2 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, JON P. SELL, SHANNON L. SELL, DISCOVER BANK, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2016 CH 903 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure heretofore entered by the said Court on the 31ST day of March, 2017 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 24th day of August, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: Commonly known as: 444 West 4th Street Pecatonica, Illinois 61063 P.I.N Number: 09-29-256-005 Property Code: 461A 253 The property is commonly known as 444 West 4th Street Pecatonica, Illinois 61063and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $69,163.40 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event

thence South parallel with the East line of John Street so extended North One Hundred Forty Eight and five tenths (148.5) feet; thence West, parallel with the South line of Fourth Street so extended West, Sixty-Six (66) feet; thence North parallel with the East line of John Street extended North, One Hundred Forty Eight and five tenths (148.5) feet to the place of beginning recorded in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as: 444 West 4th Street Pecatonica, Illinois 61063 P.I.N Number: 09-29-256-005 Property Code: 461A 253 The property is commonly known as 444 West 4th Street Pecatonica, Illinois 61063and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the

amount of $69,163.40 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or

shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7827R TRRT 8/2 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DUBUQUE BANK AND TRUST Plaintiff, -v.- ANDREA GUSTAFSON, et al Defendant 17CH 00180 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 5, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 17, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6202 COTSWOLD LANE, CHERRY VALLEY, IL 61016 Property Index No. 16-22-126-018 (274B065). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION

other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE

FORECLOSURE LAW. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7827R TRRT 8/2 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 Music Writing, and Production, Distribution business in said County and State under the name of ElohimShabazz 79 at the following post office addresses: 119 S. Central Ave., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Omar A. S. Muhammad, 779-772-2168 SIGNED: Omar Ameer Salahadin Muhammad 7/14/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 14th

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 14-17-01586. 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. 14-17-01586 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00180 TJSC#: 37-6356 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. I725867 P7805R TRRT 8/2 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.- MICHAEL BORGETTI, et al Defendant 16CH 00847 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, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 28, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3525 SAINT ANTHONY WAY, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 11-03-353-011 (183C-042). The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments

day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 7838R TRRT 8/2 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Roofing, exteriors, siding, gutters, etc., windows, painting business in said County and State under the name of Atlas Exteriors at the following post office addresses: 6412 Weaver Rd., Rockford, IL 61114; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Martin Diaz, 779200-1176 SIGNED: Martin Diaz 7/14/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 14th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7839R TRRT 8/2

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 board painting at home parties; custom board business in said County and State under the name of Erica’s Board Creations at the following post office addresses: 11112 Lemon Grass Lane., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Erica Seymour SIGNED: Erica Seymour 7/18/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7840R TRRT 8/2

and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-10085. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-10085 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00847 TJSC#: 37-2712 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. I719228 P7810R TRRT 8/2 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY; Plaintiff, vs. ANDY CRUZ; JESSICA CRUZ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17CH 57 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, August 24, 2017, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 1511 Eastmoreland Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61108. P.I.N. 12-32-104-024. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F16090104 I725603 P7807R TRRT 8/2

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n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FIRST NATIONAL BANK & TRUST CO. Plaintiff, -v.- JAMES CRANDELL A/K/A JAMES W. CRANDEL, et al Defendant 17CH 00075 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 12, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 8, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 615 FITCH ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 15-02-331-024. 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-15107. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-15107 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00075 TJSC#: 37-3764 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. I722142 P7841R TRRT 8/9 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.- TAMMY L. SWICK, et al Defendant 17CH 00113 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 17, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 6, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 333 BURR OAK AVENUE, SOUTH BELOIT, IL 61080 Property Index No. 04-07-234-002; 04-07-234-001 (007A074; 007A075). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-01288. 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. 14-17-01288 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00113 TJSC#: 37-4825 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. I724234 P7842R TRRT 8/9 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR BANC OF AMERICA ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-4 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-4 Plaintiff, -v.- PHILIP ROTSTEIN, et al Defendant 15CH 00807 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 31, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 1, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1619 CHARLES STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-25-177-004. The real estate is improved with a duplex. 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to

file number 14-15-13432. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-13432 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00807 TJSC#: 37-5249 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. I725843 P7812R TRRT 8/2 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- JOSE RIVAS, et al Defendant 16CH 00990 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 26, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 31, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1314 BENTON STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 11-24-309-017 (204C324). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-15276. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-15276 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00990 TJSC#: 37-4192 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. I722611 P7809R TRRT 8/2 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.- JOSEPH R. PICCHI A/K/A JOSEPH PICCHI, et al Defendant 15CH 00980 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 17, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 21, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder,

as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1744 MELROSE STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-13-182-015 (193A 596). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-12992. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-12992 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00980 TJSC#: 37-4812 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. I723691 P7777R TRRT 7/26 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF DELORIS L. GROVE; GLORIA BARKER; STEVEN SHOCK AKA STEVEN R. SHOCK; KAREN DELMORE; BEVERLY SERRANO AKA BEVERLY ANN SHOCK AKA BEVERLY A. SHOCK; KATHLEEN ENGLE; RICK SHOCK AKA ORVILLE R. SHOCK JR.; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; SHERRY ZACK AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF DELORIS L. GROVE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 15CH 300 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, August 24, 2017, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-02-279-024. Commonly known as 2845 9th Street, Rockford, Illinois 61109. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F15020073 I725604 P7808R TRRT 8/2

July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P. Plaintiff, -v.- LATRICE L. LOVELESS, et al Defendant 17CH 00033 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 10, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 21, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 244 S. HARRISON AVENUE, SOUTH BELOIT, IL 61080 Property Index No. 04-05-258-022 (005C218). 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS

605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-16628. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor,

Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-16628 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00033 TJSC#: 37-4679 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. I723361 P7776R TRRT 7/26

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

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VOICES FROM THE GRAVE

An unsettled spirit BY KATHI KRESOL CONTRIBUTOR

Today New Milford is considered a suburb of Rockford. But at one time, it was a nice little township all its own. Though the records are rather vague about whether it began in 1834 or 1835, the pioneers who first settled in the area had hopes for their little settlement. They worked hard to turn the prairie into prosperous farm lands. New Milford struggled for many years for its own identity until 1919 when it was o�cially absorbed into Rockford. But its decline had begun much earlier than that. By the fall of 1887, many of its businesses had given up and moved into Rockford proper. Their departure left many abandoned buildings in the small community. It was one of those abandoned buildings that led to headlines in September 1887. Not far from the New Milford Cemetery stood a building referred to as the DuBois House. The house was at one time owned by Thorn and Catharine DuBois. Thorn died in 1879 and sometime later Catharine moved back home to New York to live with her brother Edwin. By 1887 the house had been vacant for over a year. When a mysterious fire burned the floor that contained all the bedrooms, people were sure it would claim the whole building. But it didn’t. The fire died away before it could cause much damage. The rumors began to circulate then. People would creep up to the house to look in the windows. They spoke of a “supernatural

LOCAL HISTORY

Rockford’s founding years

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

air” that they felt when they approached the place. Neighbors would gather and discuss the “spook house”. The local newspaper, The Daily Register, got wind of the story and wrote an article that autumn. The article stated that people claimed that the house had a “charmed, invisible protector.” That was ﬁne with the neighbors,

until one night in late September when a man by the name of Bortner was working late in the creamery in town. Bortner was outside of the creamery when he noticed a ghostly presence. It floated past the ruins of the old mill and moved toward an abandoned barn where it disappeared. People wondered if it had any connection to the old Dubois place. They speculated that Thorn’s spirit might be watching over his old property and the house that he loved. Sightings soon began happening on an almost daily basis. Some women also saw a ghostly figure floating past a wood shed not far from the Dubois House. Another group saw it on the main road (present day Hwy. 251). Sometimes it appeared to move as if it were dancing but other times it appeared to be frightened. The stories were at di�erent locations and times of day but always ended with the spirit fading away when approached. As the rumors grew, fear began to spread. Parents ordered their children home before dark. Women were afraid to be alone. They would gather at a neighbor’s house until their menfolk returned. Though the ghost didn’t seem to approach or threaten anyone, the mere fact that it was roaming was enough to frighten the townsfolk. According to the article, the sightings went on for some time and there were plans to attempt to capture the ghost, though it gave no clue how that feat would be accomplished. In February 1888,

word came that Catharine Dubois had died in New York. People in New Milford wondered if that was why old Thorn’s spirit was seen. Those that believed in ghosts suggested that old Thorn might have been waiting for Catharine to join him. This idea was given some merit when the sightings of the ghostly specter became less frequent. There were a few more sightings mentioned but it seemed that the spirit was limited to the cemetery after Catharine’s passing. Old Thorn DuBois was buried in the New Milford Cemetery close to where his abandoned house still stood in 1888. Catharine’s body was laid to rest in New York and some folks in New Milford speculated that Thorn might be wandering between his former house and the cemetery seeking her grave site. R. Kathi Kresol is a local author and historian who has researched Rockford’s past for over a decade. She also hosts paranormal events through Haunted Rockford. Haunted Rockford will host two Haunted Downtown Walking Tours Friday. The ﬁrst one will be 7:30-9 p.m. and the second 9:30-11 p.m. The cost for these tours is $15 per person. Kathi will also join Tinker Swiss Cottage for an event 7 p.m. this Saturday. Midwest Ghost Investigators and Psychic, Sara Bowker will be presenting evidence from some of their most interesting investigations. The cost for this program is $20 and will include a tour of the very active Cottage. You can ﬁnd information and purchase tickets at the website hauntedrockford.com or by calling Kathi at 815-871-4239.

July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times.

FARM & AG

Start the cool season vegetables BY GRANT MCCARTY CONTRIBUTOR

While much of the focus in your garden in July has been on tomatoes and other summer crops, the cool season vegetable season is right around the corner and will need to be planted in the next couple of weeks. Cool season vegetables are those that are cold hardy with the ability to withstand cold air and soil temperatures. They can tolerate our first frost and in some cases, our first hard freeze. These vegetables are those that you plant in the spring before your warm season crops. In fact, you may still be enjoying some of these vegetables such as kale. Some cool season vegetables are known to “bolt”. For a plant to “bolt”, it means that it has gone to seed. This happens often with lettuce and spinach as hot weather will make these both “bolt” and send up seeds. Cool season vegetables include kale, radish, spinach, cabbage, broccoli, lettuce (both head and leaf), kohlrabi, and other plants. While garlic is a cool season vegetable, you should not plant it until around the first week of September. For fall harvest of cool season vegetables, you need hot weather. Many of

these plants are direct seeded into the garden. These seeds need the warmer soil and weather to properly germinate. This includes spinach, lettuce, radish, carrots, and others. If you wait too late to sow these seeds, they will not germinate properly or germinate at all. Directseeded cool season vegetables can be sowed from now until mid-August. Cool season vegetables purchased as transplants are not as dependent on the warmer soil and weather. Still, you should aim to have these planted in the next couple of weeks. Some cool season vegetables purchased as plants include kale, head lettuce, cabbage, kohlrabi, and broccoli. If you still have warm season vegetables in place, you can plan your rows near these plants. As the summer crop declines, your fall crops will be able to come in. The trick to a cool season vegetable garden is knowing if it is direct-seeded or a transplant. From there, you’ll be able to get your garden started o� right and be harvesting from your backyard in October and November. 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.

Farmers must adapt to changing weed species Battling weeds is nothing new for Illinois farmers, but evolving species like waterhemp that are taking root in fields bring a new challenge. As Suzanne Bissonnette, assistant dean of agriculture and natural resources at the University of Illinois Extension, points out, history shows that the weeds farmers now face are not the same as previous weeds because of farming practices. “When we used to have conventional tillage when farmers actually plowed fields ... that actually surprisingly changed the weed species ... out in the field,” Bissonnette said. In the days of tilling the ground, a weed called yellow rocket was vast and covered fields in a yellow blanket. Once farming practices moved away from tilling, the yellow rocket became less prevalent. One weed that current farmers in Illinois are all too familiar with is waterhemp, which wasn’t widespread until approximately 25 years ago. Aaron Hager, weed scientist and associate professor at the University of Illinois, says now nearly every crop farmer in the state is battling it. “To watch this species go from a species of almost obscurity to now being our number one driver species, or the species about which farmers are making a lot of their weed management decision ... has been absolutely amazing to see,” Hager

said. Weeds are a moving target for today’s farmers, as invasive species adapt to their environment. Hager likens invasive species to bacterial infections in humans that have become resistant to antibiotics. “One of the biggest issues that farmers are facing now in Illinois ... are simply species that have evolved resistance to various herbicides,” Hager said. “We can no longer e�ectively control them with some of the the products that we have had much success with for many years.” Farmers have advanced their weed management tactics with new herbicides and di�erent farming practices to protect their crop yield. One practice farmers often deploy against weeds is reducing the space between rows to limit the sunlight weeds get and stunt their growth. “When dealing with resistant weeds, the best place to be is in front of this – stay in front, do whatever you can to make sure these population numbers don’t build up in your ﬁeld,” Hager said. As Illinois farmers battle weeds like waterhemp, future generations will likely face new invasive species. According to Hager, the key to preparing for the future of weeds is continually researching as well as adapting practices as needed to keep Illinois’ ﬁelds producing healthy crops. –Illinois News Network

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Auto

Crossword

Stay safe on the road: get tire savvy Today’s cars come with some impressive features. But no matter what up-to-date tech your car boasts, it’s your tires that connect it to the road, playing a crucial role in safety and performance. With more than a century of experience, the experts at Cooper Tires are offering facts and tips every driver should know.

Air pressure

Proper inflation can extend a tire’s life and increase fuel efficiency, saving you money. Don’t be fooled by visuals, however. Even when tires look properly inflated, they may be under-inflated by as much as 50 percent. Also, tire pressure decreases when temperatures drop, so the changing seasons are a good reminder to check pressure. Ensure valve caps are on every tire, and when replacing tires, have a new valve stem assembly installed. They keep out moisture and dirt, and provide an additional seal to maintain inflation.

Tread

Tire tread helps maintain traction, improves handling and helps prevent hydroplaning. Additionally, bald tires are more likely to be damaged by potholes and other road hazards. The tread on your tires should be more than 2/32 of an inch deep.

Replacments

While ideally, you’ll replace all four tires at once, if you can only purchase two, the new pair should always be installed on the rear axle. This will help maintain control on wet roads and during sudden maneuvers. Never purchase or install used tires. Used tires, especially those with an unknown history, should be considered dangerous.

Seasonal considerations

“All season” tires are designed for yearround moderate weather. For severe winter conditions, install winter tires formulated to improve braking and handling on snow and ice. Many brands identify winter tires with a special icon. On Cooper Tires for example, look for the 3-Peak Mountain

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or Snowflake symbol located on the tire’s sidewall.

Self-inspection

A 10-minute, do-it-yourself inspection will get you road-ready. Follow these steps monthly and before long road trips. • Air pressure. Check air pressure when tires are cool (a minimum of three hours after driving). For proper inflation pressure, don’t check the tire’s sidewall, which indicates maximum pressure allowed. Instead, check your vehicle’s owner’s manual or the placard found on the driver’s side doorjamb, glove box or fuel door. Remove the valve cap, take the tire gauge and press firmly on the valve stem. If the reading is lower than the recommended level, add air and check again. Over inflated? Push on the metal valve core with the nub on the back of the tire gauge. Once the recommended pressure is reached, replace the valve cap. • Tread. Insert the edge of a penny in the tire tread with Lincoln’s head down. If the top of his head is visible at any point around the tire, it’s time to replace the tire. • Overall condition. Check for cuts, cracks, splits, punctures, irregular wear and bulges. If any are spotted, or if you’re doubtful about the condition of your tires, get a professional inspection. For more safety tips and information, visit coopertire.com. Tires are more important than many drivers realize. To help your family stay safe on the road, get tire-savvy. –StatePoint

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July 26, 2017 The Rock River Times.

Veterans

Midwest

House rejects effort to Western Wisconsin move money around residents rebuild to fund VA program after fatal tornado By Hope Yen

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — The House has rejected a plan to allow the Department of Veterans Affairs to shift $2 billion from other programs to cover a sudden budget shortfall in its Choice program of private-sector care following opposition from veterans’ groups. The vote was 219-186 Monday on a bill to provide a six-month funding fix, falling short of the two-thirds majority needed to pass. House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi joined other members of her party in voicing objections after veterans expressed concerns about cuts to other parts of the VA. The Choice program offers veterans federally paid medical care outside the VA and is a priority of President Donald Trump. Veterans’ groups are seeking additional money for both Choice and core VA programs. House negotiators now plan to meet with the Senate, where lawmakers are crafting a separate proposal. Put in place after a 2014 wait-time scandal at the Phoenix VA hospital, the Choice program allows veterans to receive care from outside doctors if they must wait 30 days or more for an appointment or drive more than 40 miles to a VA facility. VA Secretary David Shulkin has warned that without congressional action Choice would run out of money by mid-August, causing disruptions in medical care to thousands of patients. Rep. Tim Walz of Minnesota, the top Democrat on the House Veterans Committee, criticized the required spending offsets and urged members to oppose the plan. He suggested it would be folly to ignore the views of major veterans’ groups and pass a flawed plan, only for it to be rejected in the Senate. “The fact that Republican leadership is requiring offsets for direct patient care for veterans is troubling,” Walz said. Rep. Phil Roe of Tennessee, the chairman of the veterans’ panel, had argued quick action was needed to address the shortfall. He rejected descriptions of the proposal as “privatization.” Sen. Johnny Isakson of Georgia, the Republican chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, has been working to reach a compromise and his office declined to comment. The panel’s top Democrat, Jon Tester of Montana, introduced a bill earlier this month that would provide equal levels of extra funding for Choice and VA programs. Eight major veterans’ groups expressed opposition to the House plan, voicing

displeasure after it was quietly released last Friday after days of closed-door negotiations. At its national convention in New Orleans Monday, the leader of Veterans of Foreign Wars took aim at Trump over the House plan, describing the proposal as unacceptable privatization. VFW National Commander Brian Duffy said it would lead to higher out of pocket costs for veterans and harm their care. VFW members in the convention hall were heard chanting “No” to the plan. “It would violate the campaign promise that President Trump told our convention a year ago — a promise that the VA system would remain a public system because it is a public trust,” Duffy said. Separately, the House also voted Monday to significantly expand college aid for military veterans, removing a 15-year time limit to tap into educational aid and increasing benefits for thousands in the National Guard and Reserve. It was the biggest expansion of the GI Bill in a decade. Veterans’ groups cheered the proposed expansion to the GI Bill but drew a line with Choice. They see the House proposal as setting a dangerous precedent because it takes money from core VA benefits to pay for private-sector care. The plan would trim pensions for some veterans and collect fees for housing loans guaranteed by the VA. “Veterans’ health care benefits have already been ‘paid for’ through the service and sacrifice of the men and women who wore our nation’s uniform,” the groups said. They include A MV ETS, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Disabled American Veterans, Vietnam Veterans of America, Military Officers Association of America, Military Order of the Purple Heart and Wounded Warrior Project. Shulkin announced the budget shortfall last month, citing unexpected demand from veterans for private care as well as poor budget planning. To slow spending, the department last month instructed VA medical centers to limit the number of veterans it sent to private doctors. Congress approved the Choice program in 2014 after the scandal at the Phoenix VA, in which some veterans died while waiting months for appointments. During the 2016 campaign, Trump criticized the VA for long wait times and mismanagement, pledging to give veterans more options in seeing outside providers. Currently, more than 30 percent of VA appointments are in the private sector, up from fewer than 20 percent in 2014, as the VA’s more than 1,200 health facilities struggle to meet growing demands for medical care.

CHETEK, Wis. — Residents in western Wisconsin are slowly recovering from a tornado that killed one person, injured 25 and caused at least $10 million in damage. The Leader-Telegram reported that a tornado with wind speeds estimated at 140 mph went through Polk, Barron, Rusk and Price counties May 16. “I think the recovery efforts are going great,” said Chris Fitzgerald, sheriff of Barron County. “Cleanup efforts are still continuing, but it’s getting cleaned up.” Fitzgerald said a long-term recovery committee will announce plans for distributing money collected as part of a $1 million challenge grant started by philanthropist Foster Friess of Rice Lake. The committee’s priority is finding long-term housing solutions for those who’ve lost their homes, said Ashley Rayment, outreach director of Red Cedar Church. Most of the displaced residents have already found long-term housing, said Stacey Frolik, director of the Barron County Health and Human Services

Department. “Our community really came together on this and pitched in at every level they could to help victims, to make sure their neighbors were taken care of,” Frolik said. Officials said the Prairie Lake Estates trailer park in Chetek suffered some of the greatest damage. The tornado destroyed 38 of the park’s nearly 50 mobile homes. About 90 percent of the park has been cleaned up, though some severely damaged homes remain as insurance claims are finalized, said Darrin Seever, the son of Prairie Lake Estates owner Elvina Gagner. Shasta Westaby’s mobile home was among those destroyed. She’s been staying at a friend’s house with her 8-year-old daughter since the storm, but is scheduled to close on a house in Rice Lake this week. Westaby said she’s particularly excited to have a basement in her new home. “That was a must-have for me,” she said. “I needed the comfort of a basement.” –Associated Press

Clash over Mackinac pipeline’s future By John Flesher Associated Press

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — An engineering company’s report on the future of twin oil pipelines beneath the Straits of Mackinac is flawed and biased in favor of continuing the existing system, critics said Monday. A business coalition said keeping oil flowing through the 64-yearold pipes is essential to Michigan’s economy. Supporters and opponents of Enbridge Inc.’s Line 5 made their cases as officials convened a series of public feedback sessions on a draft analysis performed for the state of Michigan. The report submitted in June by Dynamic Risk Assessment Systems Inc. outlined six alternatives for the line, which transports about 23 million gallons daily between Superior, Wisconsin, and Sarnia, Ontario. A nearly 5-mile-long (8-kilometer) segment divides into two pipes at the bottom of the waterway connecting Lakes Huron and Michigan. “The report is unreliable and should

not be used,” said Liz Kirkwood, executive director of For Love of Water, an environmental advocacy group that wants the underwater portion of Line 5 decommissioned. “Instead, the state should protect the Great Lakes from the potential of a catastrophic oil spill and exercise its legal authority to revoke Enbridge’s permission to use the waters and lakebed that belong to the people of Michigan.” Dynamic Risk Assessment Systems is based in the Canadian city of Calgary, Alberta — as is Enbridge, which paid for the study although the state requested it. State officials and representatives of the engineering company were hosting public discussions of the draft Monday in Holt and Traverse City and Tuesday in St. Ignace. A final version is due this fall. Protesters demanding the shutdown of Line 5 waved placards at passing cars before the Traverse City session, which drew more than 300 people to Northwestern Michigan College on the shore of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay.

The Rock River Times. July 26, 2017

Bears Training Camp

Special teams need to be more ‘special’ in 2017 By Robert Zeglinski

Contributor

ootball has mercifully returned. The 2017 season begins in earnest as the Bears report to Bourbonnais for training camp on Wednesday. This camp is but the first step of the third season of a Ryan Pace-John Fox-led regime that’s won just nine games in the first two years of their tenure. Needless to say, even as the arrival of No. 2 overall pick Mitchell Trubisky and plenty of other young studs such as running back Jordan Howard as well as budding star pass rusher Leonard Floyd signal a turning tide of optimism concerning the Bears, there’s a lot at stake. 2017 will demand the Bears begin showing moderate increments of improvement on the field performance-wise, regardless of if they’re starting from the ground up at quarterback. We’ve already taken a thorough look at the Bears’ offense and defense pre-camp. Now let’s dive into a not-so-special Bears special teams unit.

Top story

It’s too often overlooked, but the third phase of a football game on special teams can be as crucial to victory as any defensive or offensive play. Yes, the advent of kickoffs starting from the 35-yard line neutralizing many chances at returns, as well as NFL punters becoming incredibly adept at limiting returners with extensive

hang time has changed the game. But special teams still matters. Think about it: a team like the Bears could put together a complete performance on both primary sides of the ball and still ultimately lose a game on a bad snap, haphazard coverage on a return, or generally stymie its offense with a useless pop gun return game of its own. You can’t punt away what a good special teams unit means for an NFL team. With all of this in mind, it’s not as if the Foxy-led Bears have been awful per say on special teams in his first two seasons in Chicago. It’s that these effectively middling units haven’t moved the needle either way – which is an issue to consider as the team works it’s way towards contention. In 2016, the Bears were 18th in Football Outsiders’ DVOA – which takes every possible statistic into account in an aggregate performance formula. That’s an improvement from a 21st finish in 2015, but not much to notice any reasonable leap. There’s a reason for this: a roster largely stripped down completely in Pace’s image has had much of the normal depth on a quality team instead performing on offense and defense. Players such as safety Adrian Amos or Harold Jones-Quartey are contributing in less-than-ample positions defensively, while their contributions don’t trickle down onto special teams. The only way for the Bears to reasonably improve on special teams outside of

coaching change away from the incumbent Jeff Rodgers (welcome home Dave Toub) is to build a more talented roster. Easier said than done, but not a completely out-of-line sentiment when you note the influx of players that Pace has already filed in.

Mike McCarthy will develop young, overhauled running back position now led by Montgomery in first full NFL season at position. King could be No. 1 cornerback of future, though rookie missed virtually entire offseason program because of NFL rules. Camp will be time to build confidence in cornerback position overall. Young pass rushers must step up with Peppers now back in Carolina and Matthews likely being moved all around field. Expectations: With Rodgers in prime, Packers should always be threat to go to Super Bowl. Sure, there might be questions about running game, but with additions at tight end, two-time NFL MVP has more options in what was already dangerous passing game. Focus will be on defense again. Shoring up pass coverage and generating consistent pressure will be priorities.

Camp Needs: OT Taylor Decker had shoulder surgery in June and replacement options desperately needed. Robinson, acquired from Los Angeles, Cornelius Lucas, Corey Robinson, Joe Dahl and Cyrus Kouandjio will get chance to fill in for Decker. Expectations: Loss of Decker, out indefinitely, hurts franchise’s attempt to revamp offensive line to protect Stafford and pave way for lackluster running game. Detroit’s defense lacks playmakers, leading to drafting Davis and Tabor in first two rounds. Lions will overcome low expectations if they earn spot in playoffs for third time in four seasons.

X-Factor

An explosive return game does wonders for an offense and is often considered the greatest turn of momentum possible in football. Returners such as Deonte Thompson have done too little for Chicago in offering this useful dynamic. 2017 fourth-round pick Eddie Jackson figures to offer a real semblance of competence as a returner for the Bears. The rookie ran back two punts for touchdowns in his senior year at Alabama and was a threat to bring a ball back any time he had it in his hands on defensive interceptions (three pick-sixes). It’s a difficult transition for a returner to make in going from the speed of the college game to the pros – especially as Jackson figures to have eventual defensive responsibilities weighing him down – but it doesn’t mean he can’t enjoy any success with the big boys. All it takes is one opportunity, one punt gone awry, and Jackson will have the shot to make his mark.

Competition to watch

A rough start doomed any good will for fans to believe in starting kicker Connor Barth after the release of fan-favorite

Robbie Gould late last preseason. And for good reason: Barth finished 30th in the NFL in field goals made with 18 (which is also emblematic of a mediocre Bears offense) and 27th in percentage. That kind of lackluster performance opens the door for 28-year-old undrafted rookie Andy Phillips to snatch away the starting gig from Barth. A former U.S. ski team member, Phillips was a four-time All-Pac-12 kicker at Utah as well as a four-time Lou Groza Award semifinalist – awarded to the nation’s best kicker. If Phillips can separate himself from the veteran Barth in camp then the Bears may have found their long-term kicker, which will be will important in the context of a future improved Bears attack. Competition reigns everywhere in the NFL: especially for one of the most disregarded but pivotal positions. By and large, what the Bears do on special teams this year will be defined by finding a successful punt and kick returner, as well as ironing out their kicking situation. Chicago’s roster eventually rounding into form will help the overall performance. Camp is here and every step to creating a complete Bears team cannot at all be neglected. R. Robert is headed off to Bourbonnais for Bears’ training camp. You can find his weekly reports right here and more coverage at RockRiverTimes.com. Find Robert on Twitter: @RobertZeglinski.

NFC North. The Rest

Green Bay Packers (12-7)

Open Camp: Thursday, Ray Nitschke Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin. Last Year: Lost in NFC title game for second time in three seasons, getting blown out in Atlanta. Disappointing end overshadowed remarkable late-season turnaround. Packers made good on QB Aaron Rodgers’ “run the table” statement, finishing regular season with six straight victories to reclaim NFC North. Rodgers threw league-high 40 TD passes, while WR Jordy Nelson bounced back from ACL injury with 14 TD catches. Running game was problematic for much of season because of Eddie Lacy’s ankle injury, but converted receiver Ty Montgomery showed promise after moving to backfield. Defense suffered from porous pass coverage at cornerback, unable to make up for loss of veteran Sam Shields in opener to concussion, and injuries that slowed second-year pros Damarious Randall and Quinten Rollins. LB Clay Matthews was also slowed by injuries. DL Mike Daniels remained rock up front, while Morgan Burnett and Ha Ha Clinton-Dix are among top safety combos in league. Camp Needs: Bennett and Kendricks should enjoy building rapport with Rodgers on offense that will throw new wrinkles at opponents. Coach

Detroit Lions (9-8)

Open Camp: Sunday, Allen Park, Michigan. Last Year: Lost last four games, including playoffs at Seattle, after surging atop division with eight wins in nine-game stretch. Made NFL history by rallying from fourth-quarter deficits to win eight games. Matthew Stafford had highest passer rating of career despite Calvin Johnson’s retirement and injured finger on throwing hand.

Minnesota Vikings (8-8)

Open Camp: Wednesday, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Minnesota. Last Year: Fell hard following 5-0 start, finishing third in NFC North they won in 2015. Devastating knee injury to QB Teddy Bridgewater was handled deftly with acquisition of Sam Bradford, who set NFL record for completion percentage. But already dubious depth on OL couldn’t handle onslaught of injuries up front. Offensive coordinator Norv Turner abruptly resigned after seven games due to philosophical disagreement with coach Mike

Zimmer. With running game buried at bottom of league, defense and special teams that fueled season-opening surge ran out of steam down stretch. Zimmer’s eye trouble that forced him to miss one game topped off dysfunction. Camp Needs: Smooth and swift rebuild of OL is most critical project, with Reiff and Remmers bookending embattled group that likely will have two holdover starters, LG Alex Boone and RG Joe Berger. Murray must regain full speed following ankle surgery rehab. Speedy Cook has to prove he’s ready for complexity of NFL offense, reliable pass blocking and hanging onto ball after fumbling problem at Florida State. Defense, with all but one starting spot retained from last year, needs to regain swagger. Expectations: With refreshed Zimmer and rekindled defense, Vikings will have edgy eagerness to restore themselves among NFC contenders after last season’s debacle. Fact they’re hosting Super Bowl doesn’t hurt for motivation. With wealth of young drafted-and-developed standouts like WR Stefon Diggs, DE Danielle Hunter and CB Xavier Rhodes, there’s strong enough talent base for turnaround. But with Bridgewater still rehabbing, Bradford can’t regress. And, of course, OL must show significant improvement.

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Rivets

Rockford on a playoff pace down home stretch By Mark Schaer

For The Rock River Times

ockford now sits in second place in the second half divisional standings with a 10-5 record, thanks in large part to their offense. Over the past 10 games, the team is hitting .305 with 10 home runs and 72 RBIs. The Rivets have scored 41 runs in their past five games. Going into Monday’s contest against Wisconsin Rapids, Rockford sat at 27-22 overall. All-star performance: Cole Bellair competed in the All-Star game for the Rivets last week on July 17. Bellair pitched for two-thirds of an inning and gave up one hit and struck out one. Rave, the outfielder from Illinois State who was the other Rivets All-Star selection this season, did not play due to a lingering injury. Longest game of the year: The Rivets took on the Kalamazoo Growlers on Thursday, July 20, which was their fifth matchup against the Growlers this

season. This was the longest home game of the year, aided by plenty of walks, pitching changes, and strikeouts. The two teams combined for 22 walks (12 by Rivets pitchers), 18 strikeouts (nine by Rivets batters), and 11 pitchers (five from the Rivets) saw action in the game. The game only went the standard nine innings, but took three hours and 32 minutes. Tale of two Kalamazoos: Rockford’s longest game of the year was quite the anomaly for Rivets fans. Rockford had also taken on the Growlers on July 10, a game that went to extra innings, where no walks were surrendered the entire game. 291 pitches were thrown in total, the game lasted two hours and 45 minutes. Doubleheaders galore: After the weather-related postponement on Friday, July 21, Rockford will have four doubleheaders remaining in the final three weeks of the season. One is a home-andhome double header against the Madison

Mallards on July 26, two originally scheduled contests, which will require two full nine-inning games. Each of the other three doubleheaders (Saturday at Wisconsin, August 7 at Kenosha, and August 12 at Kalamazoo) will consist of two seven-inning contests, as per the league rules for weather-related postponements. Who’s new?: Rockford has added several players since the All-Star break, as some of the Rivets players were on inning limits or left due to injury. JC Hughes (Rock Valley), Ben Folger (Ripon), Eli Baez (Lackawanna), and Max Bain (Northwood) joined the pitching staff and Brynn Martinez (Quincy) came on as an infielder on July 19. Anthony Forte (Richmond), who played 16 games in the beginning of the season on a temporary contract, returned to the team as an outfielder. Making up for last year: Rockford’s first year in the Northwoods League was last year, and although they

missed the playoffs, it wasn’t by much. There was a scenario going into the last game of the season that Rockford could clinch the final playoff spot in the South Division. If they defeated the Kalamazoo Growlers, and the Lakeshore Chinooks lost to the Green Bay Bullfrogs, the Rivets would have faced off against the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters in the first round of the playoffs. Instead, Lakeshore defeated Green Bay, enough for the Chinooks to claim the last playoff spot, and Rockford lost in extra innings to the Growlers. What’s coming up: Luckily, Rockford still has plenty of home games left. This Friday, the Rivets take on the Lakeshore Chinooks at 6:35 p.m. The game features postgame fireworks. There will also be home games on August 3-6, August 10 and 11. A complete schedule can be found at northwoodsleague.com/rockford-rivets/schedule/2017-complete-schedule and fans can call 815-240-4159 to purchase tickets. R.

Duerson and Ralph Wenzel. New ones include retired tight end Frank Wainright, whose 10-year NFL career included stints with the Miami Dolphins, New Orleans Saints and Baltimore Ravens. Wainright died in April 2016 at age 48 from a heart attack triggered by bleeding in the brain, said his wife, Stacie. She said he had struggled almost eight years with frightening symptoms including confusion, memory loss and behavior changes. Wainright played before the league adopted stricter safety rules and had many concussions, she said. He feared CTE and was adamant about donating his brain, she said.

“A lot of families are really tragically affected by it — not even mentioning what these men are going through and they’re really not sure what is happening to them. It’s like a storm that you can’t quite get out of,” his wife said. Frank Wycheck, another former NFL tight end, said he worries that concussions during his nine-year career — the last seven with the Tennessee Titans — have left him with CTE and he plans to donate his brain to research. “Some people have heads made of concrete, and it doesn’t really affect some of those guys,” he said. “But CTE is real.” “I know I’m suffering through it, and it’s

been a struggle and I feel for all the guys out there that are going through this,” said Wycheck, 45. In the new report, McKee and colleagues found the most severe disease in former professional players; mild disease was found in all three former high school players diagnosed with the disease. Brain bank researchers previously reported that the earliest known evidence of CTE was found in a high school athlete who played football and other sports who died at age 18. He was not included in the current report. The average age of death among all players studied was 66. There were 18 suicides among the 177 diagnosed.

<<< From Back Cover performed on the living. Many scientists believe that repeated blows to the head increase risks for developing CTE, leading to progressive loss of normal brain matter and an abnormal buildup of a protein called tau. Combat veterans and athletes in rough contact sports like football and boxing are among those thought to be most at risk. The new report was published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association. CTE was diagnosed in 177 former players or nearly 90 percent of brains studied. That includes 110 of 111 brains from former NFL players; 48 of 53 college players; nine of 14 semi-professional players, seven of eight Canadian Football league players and three of 14 high school players. The disease was not found in brains from two younger players. A panel of neuropathologists made the diagnosis by examining brain tissue, using recent criteria from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, McKee said. The NFL issued a statement saying these reports are important for advancing science related to head trauma and said the league “will continue to work with a wide range of experts to improve the health of current and former NFL athletes.” After years of denials, the NFL acknowledged a link between head blows and brain disease and agreed in a $1 billion settlement to compensate former players who had accused the league of hiding the risks. The journal update includes many previously reported cases, including former NFL players Bubba Smith, Ken Stabler, Dave

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CRITICAL IMPACT Brain disease found in overwhelming number of football players, says new report.

By Lindsay Tanner AP Medical Writer

CHICAGO — Research on 202 former football players found evidence of a brain disease linked to repeated head blows in nearly all of them, from athletes in the National Football League, college and even high school. It’s the largest update on chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a debilitating brain disease that can cause a range of symptoms including memory loss. The report doesn’t confirm that the condition is common in all football players; it reflects high occurrence in samples at a Boston brain bank that studies CTE. Many donors or their families contributed because of the players’ repeated concussions and troubling symptoms before they died. “There are many questions that remain unanswered,” said lead author Dr. Ann McKee, a Boston University neuroscientist. “How common is this” in the general population and all football players? “How many years of football is too many?” and “What is the genetic risk? Some players do not have evidence of

this disease despite long playing years,” she noted. It’s also uncertain if some players’ lifestyle habits — alcohol, drugs, steroids, diet — might somehow contribute, McKee said. Dr. Munro Cullum, a neuropsychologist at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, emphasized that the report is based on a selective sample of men who were not necessarily representative of all football players. He said problems other than CTE might explain some of their most common symptoms before death — depression, impulsivity and behavior changes. He was not involved in the report. McKee said research from the brain bank may lead to answers and an understanding of how to detect the disease in life, “while there’s still a chance to do something about it.” Currently, there’s no known treatment. The strongest scientific evidence says CTE can only be diagnosed by examining brains after death, although some researchers are experimenting with tests Continued on Page 47 >>>