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In Brief

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Getting ready for school? The City Market has all of your back to school needs covered. Market vendors have great, healthy options for school lunches and snacks, and others will be selling clothing and accessories for that perfect back to school outfit. Stop by to see Rockford native and Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet at this week’s market as he signs autographs and sells t-shirts before heading back to training camp. There will also be another cooking demo where chefs will demonstrate how to use local produce in a fun, delicious way at home. WREX will be handing out Solar Eclipse Viewing Glasses in preparation for the Solar Eclipse occurring next Monday, Aug. 21 (See Pages 13 and 18 for more info). Musical guests this week include Minimal on the main stage and Steve McClanahan on the Water Street acoustic setup. The City Market is open 3:30-8:30 p.m. Visit rockfordcitymarket.com for information.

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U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson is questioning whether Wisconsin should bear the full $3 billion in financial incentives being considered to lure electronics giant Foxconn Technology Group to the state. Johnson raised the question since Illinois workers would also benefit from the plant, which is expected to be built in southeast Wisconsin near the border. Johnson made the remarks Tuesday to the Rotary Club of Milwaukee, saying the incentives package state lawmakers are weighing is “a risk worth taking.” But he says the question is “should Wisconsin be the one to bear the full three” billion since others will benefit, too. Critics of the deal have questioned whether the state should offer so much in subsidies to the Taiwan-based company. The Wisconsin state Assembly was expected to vote on the bill Thursday.

Illinois moves to replace Lottery manager

Illinois made a long-delayed move toward hiring a new private manager for the $2 billion-per-year lottery on Monday, years after the first of two governors tried to fire the current manager for missing sales goals. Officials with the sole bidder and finalist for the 10-year contract, Camelot Illinois, presented an overview of its plan to increase sales and put more money in state coffers for schools and other programs. It includes new, more prominent displays for retail sales and increased marketing of online sales, with better technology such as a mobile app. Camelot Illinois’ sister company, Camelot Global, runs the United Kingdom’s national lottery and has worked with lotteries in at least four U.S. states. Lottery officials say they still must finalize contract details with Camelot. If that process is successful there will be a 14-day protest period , after which “a contract could be executed,” said Gregory Smith, the lottery’s acting director. –Staff & wire reports

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Schools

School funding shakedown on local districts Elementary, Blackhawk Elementary and Riverview Elementary.

Kinnikinnick School District 131

The primarily a feeder district for Hononegah Community High School, Kinnikinnick would receive $4,170,570 under SB1 and $4,273,301 under the amended plan. The district is Stone Creek School, Ledgewood School, Kinnikinnick School and Roscoe Middle School.

Hononegah Community High School District 207

Hononegah is a one-school district with an enrollment of approximately 2,100. Rauner’s amended plan would send $6,225,000 to the Rockton facility this school year, while only $5,517,864 under the original SB1.

North Boone Community Unit School District 200

North Boone is made up of four elementary schools, a middle school and high school in central Boone County. It serves students in Poplar Grove and Capron. Under SB1, the district would receive $6,908,477 and $7,474,809.

Genoa Kingston District 424

Genoa Elementary, Kingston Elementary, Genoa Kingston Middle, and Genoa Kingston High schools comprise District 424 in DeKalb County. Under SB1, the district would receive $7,033,215 and $7,596,179 under the amended veto proposal.

By Jim Hagerty Contributor

ROCKFORD — As state lawmakers grapple with whether Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner was right to veto Senate Bill 1 (SB1) continues, the plan will undoubtedly affect the Rockford region. Rockford Public School District 205, the city’s largest taxing body, is one of the state’s biggest districts. But, because of new school funding rules, Rockford could be at a disadvantage. And that is because the city is not as liquid as it appears on paper. If Rauner is successful in his bid to amend the Democratic funding plan, Rockford will be required to disclose revenue from each of it more than 30 tax increment finance (TIF) districts. While estimates say such a move would help Rockford for the 2017-18 school year, this could drastically affect the amount of District 205 would receive from Springfield over the coming years. Tax increment financing cash is also legally ported from one district to another based on where developers chose to build.

More Inside See Page 7 for a further look at the impact of the SB1 battle on Rockford’s schools.

And because tax caps impede the city’s ability to recoup revenue, blighted areas remain underdeveloped when TIF dollars are moved to more developer-coveted parts of town. Following are area school districts and what each stands to receive under the original bill and the governor’s amendatory veto for the 2017-18 academic year.

Rockford Public School District 205

Rockford Public School District 205 is an approximately 30,000-student district consisting of 45 schools. With a budget of nearly $400 million, the district is the third-largest in Illinois. Under SB1, RPS would receive $131,507,048, and $141,018,815 according to Rauner’s amendatory veto.

Belvidere Consolidated School District 100

District 100 would receive $32,729,140 under the existing plan, and $35,634,296 under Rauner’s proposal. The Belvidere district now includes three high schools: Belvidere, Belvidere North, the alternative Belvidere Endeavor High; and two middle schools.

Harlem School District 122

With one high school in Machesney Park, the Harlem district also consists of one middle school and eight elementary schools in Loves Park, Machesney Park and Roscoe. Existing SB1 state aid is slated for $25,237,093. The governor’s plan pads that amount by $1,644,571.

South Beloit Community Unit District 320

South Beloit stands to receive $4,403,519 from the state under the original SB1, and $4,762,659 if Rauner’s plan is approved. The district consists of South Beloit High School, South Beloit Junior High, Clark

Shirland Consolidated School District 134

A single-building, K-8 district, Shirland is the other feeder to Hononegah High School. The district set to receive $110,388 in SB1 funds or $112,997 under the governor’s plan. ••• Resistance to Rauner’s plan is centered on cuts to Chicago Public Schools of more than $450 million, echoing his cry that Chicago does not deserve a bailout, namely of its public school pension program. It is not the first time in his term Rauner has pitted Chicago against the rest of Illinois along idealogical lines. “Enough is enough,” Rauner said last month. “Children should come before everything else, and we have to make sure they get back to school on time.” But the governor’s plan would strip away protections from districts reliant on TIF funds and proposed property tax caps, items Rauner’s amendatory veto of SB1 left doubts hanging over. Critics of Rauner’s plan say that SB1 was a step in the right direction toward a more fair and equitable funding system. R.

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CHICAGO — A judge on Friday ruled that Illinois was not providing su�cient resources for the care of developmentally disabled residents and ordered the state to come up with a plan to restore services. U.S. District Judge Sharon Johnson Coleman said Illinois, which just ended an unprecedented budget impasse, failed to provide “resources of su�cient quality, scope, and variety” to the residents, who as a result “su�ered substantially” from a reduction in services in violation of a federal consent decree. In the ruling, Johnson said she lacked the authority to order a funding increase, noted the state’s “dire ﬁnancial condition,” and directed Illinois to devise a plan to address issues a�ecting the services and comply with the decree.

The state had argued that advocates for the disabled living outside of institutions were seeking as much as an additional $1 billion annually - an amount Illinois could not a�ord. A t wo-year budget impasse that ballooned the state’s unpaid bill backlog to more than $15 billion ended in July when lawmakers enacted a ﬁscal 2018 budget over the governor’s vetoes. That budget allocates $53.4 million for the ﬁrst rate increase for developmentally disabled services since 2008. But the advocates said the funding boost was insu�cient to retain workers and services. “What (the state) comes up with will be the next step,” said Barry Taylor, vice president at Equip for Equality, one of the

advocates, in a phone call. The judge set a status hearing for Oct. 27. Meghan Powers, a spokeswoman for the Illinois Department of Human Services, said in an email that the state was committed to providing quality services to the developmentally disabled. “The state will continue to meet all its legal obligations and will review the court’s rulings to determine appropriate next steps,” she said. Another U.S. judge ordered Illinois in June to substantially boost its monthly payments to Medicaid providers to ensure continued health care for poor and disabled residents covered under a separate federal consent decree. The state had owed those providers more than $3 billion. –Reuters

Rauner fights release of wife’s emails Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner’s o�ce Monday moved to block the release of o�cial correspondence by Illinois’ First Lady, Diana Rauner. The news outlet Politico says it asked for the release of Diana Rauner’s emails, citing the First Lady’s increased involvement in policy and sta�ng decisions. The governor’s o�ce says Diana Rauner had communicated via email at least 350 times with the first-term Republican’s then-chief of sta� over the first six months of 2017. Politico says the First Lady also communicated directly with staff on political messaging and communication strategy via emails and phone calls. Gov. Rauner has avoided using state-provided email during his first term. But his wife, who heads the Ounce of Prevention Fund, an early childhood development organization, has used her own state email

at what Politico calls “a proliﬁc rate.” Despite that, the gover nor’s of fice has attempted to block access to t h e F i r s t L a d y’s email, saying that e ver y si ng le one Diana Rauner of the hundreds of messages requested are exempt from the state’s freedom of information act (FOIA). “The Governor’s O�ce conducted a search and found roughly 350 emails responsive to your request,” a denial of Politico’s request stated. “Please be advised that these emails have been withheld pursuant to 5 ILCS 140/7(1)(f) (“[p]reliminary drafts, notes, recommendations, memoranda and other records in which

opinions are expressed or policies or actions are formulated...”) and 7 ILCS 140/7(1)(m) ()(“[c]ommunications between a public body and an attorney...representing the public body that would not be subject to discovery in litigation...”) These documents consist of communications strategy, draft statements, and press releases, in which policies were formulated and opinions were expressed.” Despite publicly acting in a background role for her husband, reports say Diana Rauner was active in the recent sta� shakeups in the governor’s o�ce. Those moves saw Bruce Rauner replace key members of sta�, including his chief of sta�, with members from the Illinois Policy Institute, a conservative think tank. Politico said Tuesday that it will appeal the decision. R. –Sta� report

a sound administrator and popular vote-getter. She won her ﬁrst term by just 115,000 votes, but has since won with at least 60 percent of the vote. Harold serves on two Illinois Supreme Court committees. She was the 2003 Miss America. In 2014, she lost a Republican primary for a U.S. House seat.

State ofﬁcials say early education program will be able to temporarily remove a child for safety concerns, but program ofﬁcials have to try to address the behavior through intervention and community resources. Rauner signed the bill Monday in Chicago. It also requires the state’s child welfare agency to develop rules to prevent licensed day cares and others from expelling young children. The law takes effect in January. The plan was pushed by advocacy organizations including the Chicago-based Ounce of Prevention Fund, which is run by Rauner’s wife, Diana Rauner. –Wire reports

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Former Miss America running for AG

A lawyer and former Miss America is running for Illinois attorney general. Republican Erika Harold of Urbana announced on Tuesday a challenge to four-term Democratic Attorney General Lisa Madigan in 2018. Harold is an attorney with the Meyer Capel law ﬁrm. The 37-year-old says in a statement that career politicians have “made it a nightmare for too many families in our state” and that Illinois needs a government that “works for them, not the powerful.” The 51-year-old Madigan has a reputation as

Law discourages expulsion of preschoolers

Preschool-age children enrolled in publicly-funded early childhood programs and schools in Illinois will be protected from expulsion under a new law signed by Gov. Bruce Rauner.

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ROCKFORD — Although Democrats in the Illinois Senate on Sunday voted to override a key Gov. Bruce Rauner veto, it could still be hung up in the House. The measure overridden in the Senate is Rauner’s plan to overhaul the system whereby state tax dollars are paid to Illinois’ more than 850 school districts. Local leaders in Springﬁeld say the governor’s veto would hurt area districts, most notably those in cash-strapped communities like Rockford. “The governor’s veto would remove protections from the school funding formula that take into account a school district’s ability to pay,” Sen. Steve Stadelman, D-Rockford, said. “Local districts like Rockford and Harlem are impacted by property tax caps and Tax Increment Finance Districts.” Stadelman said in two years, Rauner’s plan will withhold funding from districts with declining enrollments, even while their costs remain the static. Stadelman said Senate Bill 1 (SB1) will come with $5 million is true revenue for Rockford—not the more than $9 million the governor projected. “He did that by taking money from a handful of school districts and redistributed it around the state,” Stadelman said via Facebook. “This is a complex issue. Unfortunately, that allows people to cherry pick numbers and manipulate data to try and bolster their argument.” On the other side of that argument is Rockford Republican Sen. Dave Syverson, a strong supporter of Rauner’s proposal and a fan of curtailing so-called bailout funds for the Chicago Public Schools. The longtime Republican says deep Chicago cuts will mean good news for Rockford. “If the House also overrides the governor’s proposed changes, Rockford stands to lose up to $9.5 million in year one,” Syverson said.

“The governor’s veto would remove protections from the school funding formula that take into account a school district’s ability to pay.” –State Sen. Steve Stadelman

Syverson also referred to Rauner’s projections that showed Belvidere School District 100 receiving an additional $2.9 million in the ﬁrst year, Harlem getting $1.6 million, and Hononegah $707,000. “The Governor’s veto made Senate Bill 1 a fairer solution to ﬁ xing our broken school funding formula, meaning more money for our struggling schools,” Syverson said. “This veto exposed how Chicago has exploited the tax system to gain additional funding and would rightfully put them behind needier schools in line for funding.” The governor’s plan would slash Chicago Public Schools by more than $450 million for the 2017-18 academic year, funds Rauner tapped for other districts. Some say the House could side with Rauner’s changes, although others have lambasted the plan, including Chicago Ald. and Democratic candidate for governor Ameya Pawar, D-Northwest Side, who called the proposed CPS cuts “racist.” The House has 15 days to overturn the governor’s veto. An override will require 71 votes. There are 67 Democrats in the House. “We sincerely appreciate the work done by the bipartisan bicameral negotiators, but believe the process can only reach conclusion with the involvement of the four legislative leaders,” Rauner said in a statement. “An agreement is within reach but time is of the essence to secure historic education funding reform.” R.

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County

Jail tablets approved; now what? By John Guevara Contributor

ROCKFORD — There’s an old saying: “Truth is in the eye of the beholder.” Misconceptions abound on both sides of the lopsided (16-2) vote to approve a contract between Winnebago County and Global Tel Link (GTL), replacing the county’s current inmate telephone provider, Legacy Communications. First is that inmates in the county jail are all guilty of crimes. Social media has been awash with questions and statements like, “Why are we rewarding criminals?” or, “I don’t even have a tablet, I should go to prison.” Let’s be clear: The county jail is not a prison. Sure, there are some people in the Winnebago County Jail who have been convicted of a crime, but most are either waiting to go to court or have been sentenced to less than a year, says Winnebago County Jail Superintendent Bob Redmond. The second misconception is that inmates will use tablets as weapons, specifically to make glass shivs by breaking the screens. As GTL’s Executive Director of Inmate Applications and Hardware Brian Peters described the tablet glass as tempered in design, “Like a car windshield.” That is, they will shatter on impact. For those who have broken their phone screens before, consider how small the pieces were. For those who have purchased the tempered glass protective covers for their phones, think about how much force would be needed to break the glass on a tablet. Not only would inmates need opportunity to break the tablet; they would also need time to collect

the pieces, fashion a weapon, and use it before correction’s officers discovered the tablet was broken. Winnebago County Sheriff Gary Caruana thinks it’s unlikely that inmates will have the time or opportunity to try and make glass shivs from the tablets. He also doubts they would try to use them as clubs. “The tablets weigh less than the dining trays inmates eat from and (those) make a better weapon.” In fact, Caruana and Redmond agree the chances of using the tablets as weapons at all is remote. They cited zero incidents of violence utilizing the tablets in Pima County, Arizona, or in the Colorado state penal system, both of which already utilize GTL’s system. Instead, incidents of violence have decreased, and they anticipate similar decreases in the Winnebago County Jail.

It is the decrease in violence that caused correction’s officers to lobby county board members to approve the program. Their support of the tablets directly led board members Burt Gerl, D-15, and Eli Nicolosi, R-8, to ultimately vote in favor of the contract. Finally, the claim of $900,000 being

added to county coffers each year by signing the contract was clarified. Before last week’s county board meeting, members met in joint caucus. During the caucus, Steve Schultz, R-3, expressed that the county was not receiving $900,000 in “incremental revenue.” The county was simply replacing the money generated by its current telecommunications provider with the money from GTL. Finance Committee Chairman Ted Biondo clarified as much, saying the incremental revenue would be about a quarter-million-dollars, and could go higher. Gerl suggested decisions about how to spend the incremental revenue should not be left in the hands of the administration. Instead, the corrections officers should decide what to do with the money, and that the tablets could be used to gather data about inmates. Both Gerl and Nicolosi asked that corrections officers should report to the board about how the tablets are improving conditions in the jail. Now Winnebago County will see if the investment that’s paid off in jails across the country can do so here. R.

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Energy & Environment

Wide range of exhibits at this year’s Fair By Drs. Robert & Sonia Vogl

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he Renewable Energy and Sustainable Lifestyle Fair not only has excellent speakers, it also includes interesting, educational exhibits. Renewable energy, personal care products, political and environmental groups, ecological and natural planting advocates, education, public service organizations, transportation and food will be showcased. The major exhibitor, IREA, will host a wide variety of aspects of renewable energy and sustainable living. The office will provide information, including updates on any program changes. A Silent Auction featuring numerous products will be held on both days of the Fair. Special Sharing and Caring tables will include a Seed Exchange Network at which gardeners have the opportunity to share regional seed, vegetables and cuttings with other gardeners; an Overabundance Farmers’ Market, which will provide the opportunity for those whose gardens were too prolific to share their bounty with others at no cost (small packages only,

please); and a Too Good to Recycle Used Books shelf, providing those with books that are too good to recycle, but that they have finished an outlet for sharing with others. Bring books, take home new used books that you will enjoy. A general Information table will cover topics in addition to those featured, and Second Chance Pets will have information about adopting for all animals, especially those with difficulty finding a home (old, handicapped, etc.). Groups promoting responsible land management include the Prairie Preservation Society of Ogle County and Nachusa Grasslands (Saturday only). The Wild Ones and Blazing Star will help fairgoers become more knowledgeable about native plants while both Blazing Star and Red Buffalo Nursery (Saturday only) will have native plants available to purchase and take home to try. The Rock River Trail, a nationally designated water trail including canoeing and kayaking trails, bike trails, driving routes, and many other, will have information from all 11 counties along the river from its origins in Horicon Marsh, Wisconsin, to Rock Island at the

Mississippi. Political, environmental and educational groups, in addition to the PPSOC, Nachusa and Wild Ones, will include the Illinois Green Party, the Ogle County Democrats and Comprehensive Community Solutions, providing job training for post high school non-graduates. Northern Public Radio, “where you learn something new every day,” will be there on Saturday. They invite you to visit and to become a member. In addition to IREA’s Too Good to Recycle Books, Radish Magazine and The Rock River Times will have reading materials with environmental topics. Personal care products will also be available. Favorites include Heartland Criations, which brings high quality raw and finished products made with alpaca fiber. New products will be shown this year along with the tried and true. A long-time favorite, the Oregon Soap Shoppe and Green Art, etc., features handmade luxury soaps for all personal uses along with their new bugg off soap. Natural Beauty by Margie has natural skin care products. DoTERRA provides effective natural alternative health care

solutions. The proprietor will also have a presentation on Sunday. Firelight Meadow, with handmade hats, scarves, and jewelry, will have several educational demonstrations daily. Finally, renewable energy information will be found at Heavenly Winds, installing solar PV and wind systems, REPowered (Saturday only), demonstrating bio-gasification using clean biofuels only, Robert Haney and Associates, designing, applying and supporting electronic controls equipment, SunAir Systems, designing and installing solar PV and wind systems with the help of the owner, and Water Furnace, offering heat pumps along with trained personnel to install them. Transportation displays include electric cars and some surprises. Anyone with a form of transportation (electric cars or bikes, etc.) to display call 815-973-4624. For a complete schedule of events, see Page 11. Attend the 16th Fair: learn, and come home with new ideas and inspiration. R. Drs. Robert and Sonia Vogl are the President and Vice President of the Illinois Renewable Energy Association. For more information visit illinoisrenew.org.

Don’t let energy company short-circuit Illinois law

s one of the best new energy laws in the nation really about to unravel this quickly? Last December, Gov. Bruce Rauner signed the Future Energy Jobs Act. Hammered out over more than two years and supported by a wide variety of usually feuding interest groups, the law enhances conservation and renewable energy, preserves nuclear energy production and provides hundreds of millions of dollars for low-income communities. It puts Illinois at the forefront of wise energy policy. But Ameren Illinois, which supplies gas and electricity to central and southern Illinois, already wants to rewrite the deal to its benefit. Ameren wants to lower its energy efficiency goal over the first four years by 27 percent — yet still pocket a multimillion-dollar performance bonus that goes with exceeding the goal. State Rep. Elaine Nekritz, D-Northbrook, who helped craft the legislation, gets it right when she calls this a “sellout” by Ameren, which was at the table when the legislation was negotiated. Ameren already had negotiated a lower target for itself than ComEd is getting, yet ComEd intends to comply

with the law without complaining. When it meets in September, the Illinois Commerce Commission should nix Ameren’s request.

Improving energy efficiency is a key part of the Future Energy Jobs Act, which went into effect on June 1. An earlier efficiency standard set in 2007 has

helped to give Illinois the lowest power rates in the Midwest. Moreover, energy efficiency is one of the best ways to reduce climate-changing emissions from burning fossil fuels. And 90,000 people in Illinois already work in the energy-efficiency economy in Illinois, including engineers, architects, retailers, manufacturing employees and others. Supporters say the new law will add another 7,000 jobs and inject $700 million on average into the Illinois economy every year through 2030. Ameren says it would prefer spending money on helping low-income communities. But aid to low-income communities already is an important feature of the Future Energy Jobs Act. Ameren also claims it still intends to eventually meet the law’s full energy-efficiency target. But that’s not an excuse for trying to wiggle out of the requirements in the new law right out of the box. If the other entities that were partners in the negotiations over the Future Energy Jobs Act start trying to cut better deals for themselves, the expected benefits to consumers and the environment will be in peril. –Chicago Tribune

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The Age of Decommissioning

Finding Affordable Happiness in a Small/Tiny Home

The Local Food Movement

D. Kraft

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Solar PV for Home & Business D. Merrill

Building with Natural Materials: Straw-clay

Sustainable Eating

S. Piros and L. Vogl

J. Hutchison

KEYNOTE: ELPC’s Projects

T. Dzubay

Save the Pollinators

Defining the Elements of NZEBs

J. & J. Speer

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Greed & Worldwide Ocean Fisheries Unsustainability

Agro Forestry, Permaculture (Fruit and Nuts)

Geothermal Energy Solutions Done Right (Midwest)

Update on Home Energy Systems K. Hoffman

Telling the Universe Story

J. & J. Speer, H. Stephenson & G. Rajsky

Biodiesel: Environmental Land Economic Aspects

Research: Skylights and Low-Rise Roofs with Photovoltaic

Why Native Wildflowers

S. Neisen

P. Probst

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Electric Cars – An Owner’s Perspective

J. Green

C. Wenzel

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Solar Powered Cars? Conserving and A. Penticoff Reducing Energy

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Biomass Energy

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Ancient Oils…Then and Now

Acquisition and Processing Meats

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Greenhouse: Student Perspectives

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Vegan Meats and Cheeses L. Vogl

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CRIME & COURTS

Rockford man says father was bilked by younger girlfriend BY JIM HAGERTY CONTRIBUTOR

ROCKFORD — Doug Hillenburg took comfort knowing his father met a female friend to keep him company in 2014. His mother died two years earlier and his retired father, Tom, had little social life outside of his family and the time he spent at local co�ee shops. And even though a 30-year age di�erence raised some concern when the new relationship appeared romantic, Doug said he looked the other way because his dad appeared full of life again—at least more than he had the previous two years. But, little did Doug know, Tom was not as healthy on the inside. A diabetic, he also su�ered from cirrhosis and cancer of the liver. Thankfully, the support of his children, grandchildren and a budding romance presented a calming port in the storm. But that alleviation would be only temporary. By 2015, Doug’s ﬁnancially independent father was suddenly in debt. He mowed through more than an estimated $30,000 in petty cash and increased his use of his only credit card. Attributing the extravagance to newfound love, Doug took no action. Tom’s companion had taken over the duties of paying his bills and the couple appeared to be taking their relationship to the next level. There was no cause for alarm. But when automatic bank drafts, personal checks and random withdrawals started eating up Tom’s $4,000 monthly pension and household bills were left unpaid, Doug could look away no longer. “The (electric) bill was $700,” Doug said. “They were going to shut it o�. The water bill was racked way up. There was a big Verizon bill. There was no money. At one point, it was overdrawn by $1,300. But that wasn’t all. When Doug and his ﬁancée, Tracy, opened Tom’s books, they were met with a mountain of credit card debt, department store charges and title loans—accounts Tom did not previously have. A $22,000 loan put his new valentine behind the wheel of a Chevy Camaro, the second vehicle she obtained from the union. She still owns the SUV that belonged to Tom’s late wife. “He signed (the SUV) over to her because she told him she needed a car,” Tracy said. Doug and Tracy’s nightmare did not end by reigning in the pocketbook chain. His girlfriend had other plans. With mounting debt and Tom without regular doses of medication, the spending continued— trips, expensive jewelry and clothing.

Tom was also paying to keep her in a house across town. Then came a series of twists all too common in thousands of elder exploitation cases each year in the United States. The ﬁrst began Feb. 2, 2017, at a police station 80 miles from Rockford. “He went out to have breakfast and get a haircut but ended up LaSalle,” Doug said. “He stopped for gas but didn’t have any cash.” A confused Tom attempted to pay for the fuel with a garage door opener so an attendant called police. Four days later, Tom was diagnosed with dementia. A followup visit was scheduled, but Tom would not keep it. His girlfriend made sure of that. “She canceled the appointment and took him to the courthouse and married him,” Doug said. And while Tom and his new bride claimed to be in love, Doug and Tracy, combing through a paper trail of reckless squander, called it something else. “The only thing left she could try to get was his house,” Doug said of the freeand-clear property that was his childhood home. And she nearly succeeded. A records search showed that Tom’s wife put herself on title to the property and applied for a home loan that would eventually be denied. The battle continued though. Because the marriage had been recorded, relief from the courts was Doug’s

only option to save his ailing father’s life. “Personally, I believe he would have been dead if we hadn’t intervened,” Doug said. “He wasn’t getting his medicine. He wasn’t getting his blood-sugar taken. Even though we were told he was being taken care of, I have pictures and proof he wasn’t.” Doug is now Tom’s legal guardian and the marriage has been dissolved—ruled invalid because of the elder’s state of mind. He is now in a nursing home, safe. Although it was not part of the plan when they realized he was sick. “We had a visiting nurse all set up,” Doug said. “He could have a�orded to stay in the house for as long as he could—probably for the rest of his life. Then when he passed, my brother and I would have just sold the house and that would have been it.” Instead, Doug has turned to Medicare. That means the house and Tom’s other equitable assets will likely be seized. In total, he said his father was exploited out of more than $100,000. The $20,000 Doug and Tracy have paid to lawyers and creditors in the last few months have come out of their pocket. Tracy even left her full-time job to sort through Tom’s a�airs. According to the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA), home repair, investment and phone scams are common among seniors, along with unauthorized transfer of real estate, theft and fraud. In Illinois, ﬁnancial exploitation of the elderly and those with disabilities is a

felony, and punishments increase depending on the ages of the victim and amounts taken. It is a Class 4 felony if property value is $300 or less. Class 3 felonies involve property between $301 and $5,000. If the property value is $5,000 or more, but less than $50,000, o�enders can be charged with a Class 2 felony. Class 1 felonies involve property of $50,000 or more and the victim is 70 or older, and property value of $15,000 taken from victims 80 and older. A Class 1 felony is punishable by between four and 15 years in prison. “We have turned everything over to detectives,” Doug said. “We are now waiting to see what happens, but we are hoping she goes to jail.” R.

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Eclipses create science and so can you BY SETH BORENSTEIN AP SCIENCE WRITER

WASHINGTON — The sun is about to spill some of its secrets, maybe even reveal a few hidden truths of the cosmos. And you can get in on the act next week if you are in the right place for the best solar eclipse in the U.S. in nearly a century. Astronomers are going full blast to pry even more science from the mysterious ball of gas that’s vital to Earth. They’ll look from the ground, using telescopes, cameras, binoculars and whatever else works. They’ll look from the International Space Station and a ﬂeet of 11 satellites in space. And in between, they’ll ﬂy three planes and launch more than 70 high-altitude balloons . “We expect a boatload of science from this one,” said Jay Pasacho�, a Williams College astronomer who has traveled to 65 eclipses of all kinds. Scientists will focus on the sun, but they will also examine what happens to Earth’s weather, to space weather, and to animals and plants on Earth as the moon totally blocks out the sun. The moon’s shadow will sweep along a narrow path, from Oregon to South Carolina. Between NASA and the National Science Foundation, the federal government is spending about $7.7 million on next Monday’s eclipse. One of the NASA projects has students launching the high-altitude balloons to provide “live footage from the edge of space” during the eclipse. But it’s not just the professionals or students. NASA has a list of various experiments everyday people can do. “Millions of people can walk out on their porch in their slippers and collect worldclass data,” said Matt Penn, an astronomer at the National Solar Observatory in Tucson, Arizona. Penn is chief scientist for a National Science Foundation-funded movie project

Amateur astronomer Mike Conley practices with the telescope he will use to document the Aug. 21 total solar eclipse, at his home in Salem, Ore. AP Photo, Gillian Flaccus nicknamed Citizen CATE. More than 200 volunteers have been trained and given special small telescopes and tripods to observe the sun at 68 locations in the exact same way. The thousands of images from the citizen-scientists will be combined for a movie of the usually hard-to-see sun’s edge. Mike Conley, a Salem, Oregon, stock trader whose backyard is studded with telescopes, jumped at the chance to be part of the science team. “Who knows? Maybe a great secret will come of this, the mysteries of the sun will be revealed, because we’re doing something that’s never been done before and we’re getting data that’s never been seen before,” he said. “A big discovery will come and everybody will say, ‘Hey, we were part of that!’”

You don’t need to have telescopes to help out. You can use the iNaturalist app via the California Academy of Sciences and note the reaction of animals and plants around you. You can go to a zoo, like the Nashville Zoo, where they are asking people to keep track of what the animals are doing. The University of California, Berkeley, is seeking photos and video for its Eclipse Megamovie 2017, hoping to get more than 1,000 volunteers. Even with all the high-tech, high-ﬂying instruments now available, when it comes to understanding much of the sun’s mysteries, nothing beats an eclipse, said Williams College’s Pasacho�. That’s because the sun is so bright that even satellites and special probes can’t gaze straight at the sun just to glimpse the outer crown, or corona. Satellites create artiﬁcial

eclipses to blot out the sun, but they can’t do it as well as the moon, he said. The corona is what astronomers really focus on during an eclipse. It’s the sun’s outer atmosphere where space weather originates, where jutting loops of red glowing plasma lash out and where the magnetic field shows fluctuations. The temperature in the outer atmosphere is more than 1 million degrees hotter than it is on the surface of the sun and scientists want to figure out why. “It’s ironic that we’ve learned most about the sun when its disk is hidden from view,” said Fred “Mr. Eclipse “ Espenak, a retired NASA astronomer who specialized in eclipses for the space agency. And they learn other things, too. Helium — the second most abundant element in the universe — wasn’t discovered on Earth until its chemical spectrum was spotted during an eclipse in 1868, Espenak said. But that discovery is eclipsed by what an eclipse did for Albert Einstein and physics. Einstein was a little known scientist in 1915 when he proposed his general theory of relativity, a milestone in physics that says what we perceive as the force of gravity is actually from the curvature of space and time. It explains the motion of planets, black holes and the bending of light from distant galaxies. Einstein couldn’t prove it but said one way to do so was to show that light from a distant star bends during an eclipse. During a 1919 eclipse, Arthur Eddington observed the right amount of bending, something that couldn’t be done without the moon’s shadow eclipsing the sun. “It marked a complete change in the understanding of the universe,” said Mark Littmann of the University of Tennessee, a former planetarium director. “Bang. Right there.”

THE AUG. 21 ECLIPSE IN ROCKFORD

See Page 18 for RACVB’s guide on where to view the eclipse in the Rockford area.

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VOICES OF THE COMMUNITY

Two-day celebration for Coronado’s 90th To mark its 90th anniversary, the Coronado Theatre will host its largest free-to-the-public event since its restoration and re-dedication in 2001. The two-day event comes to the historic downtown theatre Friday and Saturday, Sept. 29-30. A roaring-twenties theme will hearken back to the opening days of the Coronado. The announcement, part of the 815 Rockford Day celebrations Tuesday, featured Beth Howard, Executive Director for Friends of the Coronado; Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara; Friends of the Coronado President Mary Ann Smith; and Local Business Owner Lauren Vanags Davis. “We believe that the Coronado Theatre is a special place where our community’s memories are cherished,” said Howard. “We are celebrating with a special weekend and will look to (secure) the next century of preservation.” “The Coronado Theatre is the community’s theatre,” McNamara added Tuesday, reached for comment. “The work the Friends of the Coronado did in the 1990s represents what is best about our city: Citizens coming together to make a di�erence. I’m excited to celebrate the 90th anniversary of our community theatre.” For more information visit friendsofthecoronado.com. R. –Sta� report

Crossroads Blues Festival returns Aug. 26

The 8th Annual Crossroads Blues Festival comes back to Lyran Park, noon to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26. For just $5 for an advance tickets or $10 at the gate, music fans can take in nine acts during the day. All proceeds raised go to the Crossroads Blues in the Schools program fundraiser. In the last 15 years, the program has produced over 240

courses and professional development workshops RSVP by Sept. 5 at TinyURL.com/ CollegeAdvicePizzaSlice or call Chelsea Olin at 608-757-7670; email colin1@ blackhawk.edu. –BTC

Paint the Town calendar to beneﬁt beautiﬁcation efforts

Coronado President Mary Ann Smith announces plans for the Theatre’s 90th anniversary celebration Tuesday as Mayor Tom McNamara watches on. Photo, Don Bissell programs for more than 50,000 students across northern Illinois. Tickets are available in Rockford at: Woodman’s Market, Perryville Road; Culture Shock, Charles Street; Guzzardo Music, Charles Street; Smokehouse BBQ, South Main Street; CD Source, State Street; Just Goods, 7th Street; Toad Hall Records, Broadway; and the Lyran Society, Fourth Avenue; Loves Park at: Hope and Anchor English Pub, North 2nd Street; Winnebago at: Snyder’s Pharmacy; Byron at: Snyder’s Pharmacy and Felker’s Values Fresh Market; Oregon at: Snyder’s Pharmacy; Freeport at: Tony’s Oyster Bar and Logan’s Bar and Grill; Beloit at: Grand Avenue Pub; and New Milford at: Lazy Bonz Liquor. For more information or for online sales, visit crossroadsbluessociety.com. R. –Sta� report

Honor the Mounds enjoys 22nd event

Beautiful summer weather graced the celebration of the 22nd Annual “Honor the Mounds” in Beattie Park last

Saturday, August 12. Problems, such as the lack of advance publicity, caused a few concerns, but the dedicated volunteers of the Native American Awareness Committee, the host organization, pulled the event together. Those who attended the free gathering were treated to Native American dance demonstrations, a bit of history, and the opportunity to patronize vendors of Native American art, textiles and jewelry. The day began with lighting of the Sacred Fire by Thunder Ruthven (Anishinaabe/Metis), including a pipe ceremony. Ruthven has been a firekeeper for eight years and a pipe carrier for five years. He used to organize the firekeepers pow-wow at Lake Geneva and Genoa City. Hardy Swinback is the chairman of the Native American Awareness Committee (NAAC), which became a�liated with the American Indian Center (AIC) in January. He became involved with NAAC in the 1990s and rejoined six years ago. The Honor the Mounds ceremony included an opening pipe ceremony prayer by Wamblee Loux, an exhibit by Hoo Haven, teachings and stories. R. –Susan Johnson

BTC hosts College Advice and a Pizza Slice admissions event

Blackhawk Technical College will hold a College Advice and a Pizza Slice event, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12 at its central campus, 6004 Hwy. G, Janesville, Wis. This open house style event will o�er prospective students great food plus an opportunity to investigate a variety of the BTC programs and learn about attending college. In addition to childcare (if needed), BTC sta� will be hosting tours, conducting an admissions workshops and providing information on registration,

The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB) and local community partners announced during the kick-o� of Rockford Day a partnership with international artist Malika Moine of Marseille, France, to launch the 2018 Paint the Town Calendar. This calendar consists of the artist’s original watercolor paintings of various Rockford landmarks and civic events. Each calendar is $14.95 and is now available for purchase at the RACVB o�ces, 102 N. Main St., with all proceeds supporting the Forest City Beautiful initiative. This on-going beautification e�ort began in 2014 and exists to improve downtown civic spaces by restoring public landscapes for residents and visitors to enjoy. The program is now expanding to further enhance downtown streetscapes, way-findings, walkways and public areas within the River District. “It was such a joy to meet with Malika Moine during our Paint the Town Green fundraising event to benefit Forest City Beautiful in June. She did such an incredible job capturing the beauty and essence of our event and all other locations she visited on her journey through the Rockford community,” said Tana Vettore, RACVB director of destination development. “Her ability to paint such vivid moments is a gift that will be cherished in this keepsake calendar.” “As the City of Rockford is becoming a Top-25 City, focus on positive perceptions of our colorful city abounds. The outpouring of support and excitement for this calendar has been so inspiring and shows just how important a project of this nature is for continued success in this community,” said Mary Ann Smith, Paint the Town Calendar Enthusiast. “Malika has done an incredible job depicting the joys of living in Rockford on the page of this calendar.” Calendars will also be available at the Rockford City Market beginning Friday and at select local retailers. For more information visit gorockford.com/ paintcalendar. –RACVB Let us know what your company or organization is doing. Submit your notices to contact@rockrivertimes.com.

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Lost venues: Teen hangouts By Todd Houston. Contributor

Club Pop House

dozens of albums.” –Randy Keho “Even though I was 19- or 20-years-old when we used to go there, I was always afraid to buy rolling papers for fear my parents would find out!” –Kathy Palmer “I bought my girlfriend a t-shirt that had a cartoon photo of a fox that said ‘Foxy’ below it. I always wished I would have bought her the new Kansas album instead!” –Mark Masterson

“I was there for the Yardbirds show in December of 1965. Great show with Jeff Beck on lead guitar. I understand that Rockford’s most loved drummer Bun E. Carlos of Cheap Trick fame was also at that show, only, back then, we called him Brad Carlson.” –Larry Merryman

The Rock River Roller Palace The Pop House was a private teenage social and dance club located near downtown Beloit, at the intersection of Portland Avenue and 5th Street. The Pop House was a popular gathering spot for local high school and college students from 1946 until it closed in 1973. It was owned and operated by George Stankewitz. “It was a great place. Lots of bands, dances and sports. And it was around for 30 years under the same owner as The Pop House.” –Joe Accardi “The Pop House was the hangout in the 1950s.” – Andrea Lyn Larson “My cousin Ken Adamany was a promoter at the time and he setup shows all over the area including The Pop House. They did great business.” –Michael Adamany “Some of my mom’s fondest memories from growing up were at this Pop House.” –Brenna Insko

Straight Johnson’s Head Shop 1235 E. State St.

“I think they sold waterbeds there in the ‘70s as well as bongs and pipes. I remember buying a really cool incense candle there that I had for years.” –Kelly Moore “I never bought any black lights, but I did buy some tobacco accessories and

Courtesy, Leila Hauseman

Opened in 1956 at South Main and Meridian Road, the Roller Palace was destroyed in a fire during the summer of 1982. “I met my husband at Rock River Roller Palace in 1971 and we got married in 1972! We have two beautiful daughters and six wonderful grandchildren. We will have our 42nd anniversary this year!” –LuAnn Knudson “My grandfather Hans Balle built and owned the rink for most of its existence. It did burn down in the ‘80s (under other owners) and there was an arson investigation; but it did not turn out to be arson. From what I was told, they believe fire started in a pool table by a smoldering cigarette butt that had fallen into one of the ball return holes.” –Jeffrey Cates

“I remember going to the RRRP when I was like five — my parents would take us on Saturdays. I remember being amazed by the kids rubber legging!” –Diane Lee Harrod “I was there with the Odz & Enz. I remember being impressed with all the amps and sound equipment the Paegans had because it was stuff we couldn’t afford. We had Fender amps but had to invent our own sound system.” –Ronald L. LaFontaine Continued on Page 16>>>

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Lost venues: Teen hangouts <<<Continued from Page 15

Ekstrom’s

On South 7th Street, the convenience store was a local teen hangout complete with a game room in back. “In high school (East High in the early ‘70s) a group of my friends decided to make a movie using an apartment above Ekstrom’s as the setting for a 1930s or 1940s style gangster movie. We really had a blast, the setting was perfect! It turned out great; someone let us use a vintage car and we wore vintage clothing!” –Christine Lippitt “My grandma worked there for years! She made the best malts.” –Lori McKeown “I used to hang out at Ekstrom’s and play pinball on The Who ‘Tommy’ pinball machine! Great times.” –Fred Dennis “They had those awesome pinball machines! Us guys would hang out there all day long talking to girls and trying to get phone numbers.” –Mike Holland

Appletree Records Edgebrook Center

Above: Ekstrom’s on South 7th Street included a game room in the back that featured the top pinball machines of the day.

“In the 1980s I think Appletree was more of a hang out than it was a record store. I would spend hours in that place digging through their used record

section and talking to other music enthusiast about import records, etc. You have to remember, this was before the intranet and it was difﬁcult to ﬁnd the good stuff!” –Bobby Falstaff “Loved that place. Back when sound quality was important. I was a Radio Shack guy, though, but I sometimes went to Appletree to gawk at stuff I

couldn’t afford.” –Paul McKenzie “I loved Appletree! I still have my JBL speakers and Yamaha receiver that I purchased there.” – Madelynn Crill “ I would meet my friends there on Saturday mornings to look for rare Kiss records. We all rode our Mongoose and Redline bikes there!” –Jeff Allen

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August 16 - 22

Winnebago County Fair

Japanese Summer Festival

WHEN Wednesday, August 16 - Sunday, August 20 (various times)

WHEN Saturday, August 19 - Sunday, August 20 (10 a.m. - 3 p.m. both days)

WHERE Winnebago County Fair

WHERE Anderson Japanese Gardens

Come to the 96th Annual Winnebago County Fair and enjoy the sights, sounds, animals, competitions, music, lights and great entertainment! Don’t miss the Antique Tractor Displays each day, the Bull Riding & Local Barrel Racing on Wednesday, or the Tractor Pull on Saturday.

The Japanese Summer Festival features exhibits, demonstrations and unique performances that appeal to all age groups and helps foster a better understanding of the Japanese culture. Most Festival activities are included with Garden Admission, with a small fee required for tea ceremony participation.

GoRockford.com/Events

Rock River Anything That Floats Race WHEN Sunday, August 20 (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) WHERE Rock River

Polish Fest WHEN Sunday, August 20 (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.) WHERE St. Stanislaus Church grounds The 36th annual Polish Fest features Polish food, beer, dancers, bingo, pull tabs, dancing all day (two di�erent bands), culture center, children’s games, and much, much more. Holy Mass will be at 10:00 a.m.

This 2nd annual raft race is a new tradition for generations to come! Don’t miss the unique, homemade rafts racing the 1.65 mile course down the Rock River. There is also an after party at Prairie Street Brewhouse! Learn more about Rockford and how it is the perfect getaway! Request your GoRockford guide at gorockford.com/guide.

Find out more about these events and more at gorockford.com. To sign up for GoRockford’s What’s Happening weekly eblast, email info@gorockford.com with subject line “What’s Happening.”

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RACVB VIEW

Where to celebrate the solar eclipse BY SARAI GUERRERO RACVB

If you’ve heard all the hype about the upcoming solar eclipse, this is something you want to make sure you don’t miss. Monday, August 21, a total solar eclipse will take place for all of North America to view! Something like this hasn’t happened since 1918. So again, you don’t want to miss something like this! We’ve got the perfect places for you to make the most of your solar eclipse experience this coming August 21!

Nature at the Conﬂuence Learning Center: Solar Eclipse Celebration

306 Dickop St., South Beloit Nature at the Conﬂuence is partnering with South Beloit Library to host a celebration for the Solar Eclipse. The event will include various interactive experiences including making your own Sundial and Nature Sun Print, roasting yummy s’mores in their BIG ﬁre place (who wouldn’t want s’mores?!), experiencing the “Solar Fire-starting Throwdown” and of course, viewing the solar eclipse! The event starts at 11:30 a.m. and is free to the community. Solar Eclipse Viewing Glasses will also be provided so you can safely watch the eclipse!

Another beneﬁt of going to this event is that while you’re there, you can check out what the Conﬂuence is all about. Having just opened this past June, there are plenty of events and activities going on and things still in the works for this awesome project! Check out the various gardens and you’ll maximize your knowledge of plants and herbs.

the Discovery Center Museum is $8 per person, or free for members and children age one and younger. Both Solar Eclipse events are family-friendly and they are sure to give you the full solar eclipse experience! Don’t miss out! To learn more about these events and more, visit gorockford.com/events.

Discovery Center Museum: 2017 Eclipse Across America

711 N. Main St. The solar eclipse celebration at Discovery Center on August 21 takes place at the museum from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The event includes the opportunity to make your own Solar Eclipse viewers! Those who make their own viewers will also hear the “hows” or “whys” of eclipses while exploring space science! The day will be a jam-packed learning experience followed by heading outside to view the solar eclipse! Admission to

RACVB staff try out the Solar Eclipse Viewing Glasses at Nature at the Conﬂuence

Since the (long-gone) days when it had a board track velodrome to today, Rockford has always been a cycling town. The Rockford region is home to several scenic trails and paths perfect for cyclists of all abilities. Visit www.gorockford.com/things-to-do/races to learn more about where to bike in the region! To purchase a bike of your own, stop by any of these local bicycle shops: Kegel’s Bicycle Store 2605 Charles Street, Rockford Casual, ﬁtness minded, and competition riders all come to Kegel’s for their cycling needs. The showroom features over 300 bikes, and the mechanics treat your bike like it was their own.

Nature at the Conﬂuence

Rockford Bicycle Co. 4169 N. Perryville Road, Loves Park The largest bicycle store with the most comprehensive selection in the greater Rockford area, with high quality bicycles, parts and accessories, great service, and honest advice. Shosies Cyclery 514 Windsor Road, Loves Park Whether it be a kid’s, mountain, hybrid, ﬁtness, road or triathlon race bike, they will do their best to provide you with a quality bike and proper bike ﬁt for any member of the family.

Example pair of the Solar Eclipse Viewing Glasses

Local cyclists in Rockford

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Postscript. Karen Howard. 1943-2017

Rockford’s Ruby Skye By Bruce Hammond

For The Rock River Times

ith the passing of Karen Howard on Monday, Aug. 7, Rockford lost a truly iconic member of the local arts community. Along with husband Bill and daughters Lani and Jennifer, Karen (aka Ruby Skye) was the heart and soul of Charlotte’s Web for its first 40 years. But Karen was the dynamo that kept the machinery running for most of that time. For the Baby Boomer generation, the name Charlotte’s Web will always call to mind the former synagogue on First Avenue that was home to the Web from 1972-92. Indeed, the two very nice commemorative pieces by Chuck Sweeny and Georgette Braun that appeared in last week’s Rockford Register Star understandably focused on that Web era. That’s entirely appropriate, for the reputation built by Karen and her family during those years certainly provided momentum for many of their subsequent endeavors in the arts and education. I won’t repeat here the performers that Braun and Sweeny highlighted in their stories, but I would like to add a few names from that part of Web history: The Runaways. Probably more significant in retrospect after the solo careers of Joan Jett and Lita Ford took off. Since they were mostly performing as part of multiact shows, they only had enough material for one set. To fulfill their contract, they played that same set twice. Leon Redbone. Not that big of a deal now, although his voice still shows up in movie soundtracks and commercials (along with a lot of Redbone impersonators). During the late 70s he was quite well known, due, in part, to his numerous appearances on national TV (SNL, Tonight Show, etc.). John Hartford. Made a lot of money for writing “Gentle on My Mind” then lived the rest of his life his way: playing the coolest bluegrass ever. Tom Dundee. A songwriter’s songwriter. Most later Web folk acts had at least one of Tom’s songs in their repertoire. Care of the Cow. Don’t be ashamed if you can’t recall this one, but if you didn’t see them then you missed something truly original. They were inventive— often downright odd. One review of their 1981 album commented that “the band’s relationship with melody often seemed entirely accidental.” They played the night of my first visit to the Web. I had moved back to Rockford in the late 70s after about a decade of living elsewhere. I was working a temporary job at the Farm & Fleet on W. State. A

co-worker who had tired of hearing me grouse about no longer living within walking distance of the Quiet Knight in Chicago suggested that I accompany her and her husband to a place called Charlotte’s Web to see a group called Care of the Cow. Now, I had heard of the band. Friends in Chicago had recommended them before. They were Chicago-based and played some of my old haunts. I hadn’t heard of the Web but was told it was “pretty cool.” So, I went, I saw, I was conquered. Somewhat later, I had much the same experience at a NAT production of Equus on South Main. I later found out that Jim Sullivan’s group had also started at the Web. After years of being involved with the performing arts on various levels in Chicago and elsewhere, like Dorothy, I was finding what I was looking for right in my own back yard. Unfortunately, during the next few years of raising a family, working in retail management, trying to remain connected with friends in the music and theatre communities around Chicago, and eventually opening my own live music venue in Rockford, my visits to the Web and NAT were not as frequent as I would have liked. I only met the Howards in my final year in the bar business, located upstairs at the Old Rock River Café at State and Madison. The owner, Mike Leifheit, introduced me to Bill and Karen one evening.

Soon after, I was invited to join the On The Waterfront programming committee; a group that also included Karen. In relatively quick succession Karen joined Frank Schier, Gary Wilmer and myself on the RAMI Steering Committee; the permanent Web closed; and the production company that Dave Hedden and I founded after my bar closed began doing sound and lights for what I sometimes refer to as the Charlotte’s Web Travelling All-Stars and Music Kings. Over the next 25 years of working for, with and around Karen and her family (yes, we played some too), I came to appreciate how their passion for the arts and the artists, their constant goal of professionalism and their unwearying drive to “make a difference” had combined to infuse the original Web – and all that followed – with its magical aura. For that aura extended way beyond the physical space that was Charlotte’s Web. Karen volunteered for Waterfront for about 20 years. She spent about the same amount of time as part of the RAMI Steering Committee and RAMI Scholarship Committee. The Web was the incubator for NAT and played a crucial role in getting Jim Sullivan’s Hometown Holidays up and running. She was involved with the formation of the Rockford Area Arts Council and First Night. She co-promoted shows in conjunction with the Park District, the Coronado Theatre, the Crossroads Blues

Society, the Swedish Historical Society, La Voz Latina and many others. She helped put together both the Rockford Legends of Jazz and Women of Jazz concerts. And that’s just what I can think off the top of my head. I’ve been involved in the entertainment business for over 50 years and many of the finest musicians and nicest people I have ever worked with have been Web-related performers and volunteers. This stemmed, in part, from Karen’s low tolerance for divas, but also from the atmosphere of mutual respect between staff, performers and patrons that was the norm for Web shows. Everybody seemed to be part of a large, functional, extended family. Since I’ve mentioned all the shows that went on outside of the “bricks and mortar” Web, I’ll have to list a few of them. It doesn’t include most of the people like Robin and Linda Williams, James Lee Stanley and Michael Johnson who have been part of the Web talent roster from the beginning. Some on this list became Rockford regulars, others were shooting stars, all of them made our town a “cooler” place to be for a few hours at least: Adrian Belew & the Bears; April Verch; Baaro; BeauSoleil; Beppe Gambetta; The Blind Boys of Alabama; Branford and Ellis Marsalis; Bryan Bowers; California Guitar Trio; Corky Siegel’s Chamber Blues; Eclectica; Fareed Haque; The Flirts; Fruit; Garmana; Irene Ferrera; Jennifer Berezan; Kurt Elling; La Differenzia; Laurence Juber; Liam Teague; Liquid Soul; Lisa Haley; The Mollies; Richard Thompson; Robert Cray; Susan Werner; Tanglefoot; Tarika; Tingstad and Rumbel; Tower of Power; Waterhouse; and Willie Porter. This short list, which doesn’t contain enough acts to fill a season of the “traveling” Web plus the Left Bank Stage at Waterfront, has performers from at least 14 countries representing a diverse array of ethnic backgrounds, lifestyle choices and sexual preferences. Karen had her own “rainbow coalition” before the term existed. (As a side note, with no research, I count 16 Grammys and one OBE won by performers from just six acts on this list.) Finally, my family, Dave and the other techs at Sound Concepts and the members of the RAMI Committee all offer our deepest condolences to the Howards and want to extend a heartfelt thank you for all the love, sweat and treasure expended by Karen and her family to make our chunk of the world a little more interesting and a lot more beautiful place to be. Good job, Ruby; you can rest now. R.

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FILM REVIEW

Annabelle the scariest horror ﬁlm in years

BY THOMAS SIMPSON

CONTRIBUTOR

hared universes are all the rage these days. While the idea didn’t originate with Marvel, the film studio capitalised on the notion by creating a world of superheroes that could crossover into each other’s movies. Other studios have attempted this with varying levels of success, the most surprising one recently is New Line Cinema’s The Conjuring Universe. The studio isn’t new to horror crossovers (Jason Goes to Hell set up Freddy vs. Jason) but this is a universe that has evolved naturally with each installment. While The Conjuring set up spino� Annabelle, New Line have some other films planned. But first up, we have Annabelle: Creation. A follow-up prequel to a spino� of a horror movie. On paper, it sounds like a watered down mess. On screen, it’s arguably the most terrifying installment yet. Set years before the events of Annabelle and The Conjuring, David

F. Sandberg’s movie looks to explore the origin of the possessed doll. Origin movies of horror icons tend to bomb badly as they drown in their own convoluted mythology, yet here Sandberg and screenwriter Gary Dauberman present an e�ective movie that links and hints to a wider universe while o�ering up a movie that can stand alone. Samuel and Ether Mullins are distraught when their daughter is tragically killed. Childless, they open up their home to orphans but their daughter isn’t really gone. Having tethered her presence to a doll, Annabelle starts to terrorize the children. This may be marketed as a movie about a haunted doll. Instead, it’s more of a haunted house story. And a very good one at that. Sandberg utilizes the doll with perfect subtlety. It isn’t running around slashing victims; it remains virtually still which makes it even more eerie. Her lifeless blank eyes stare through the screen as the score quietens, creating an unbearable tension as we wait for the scare. Sandberg knows how

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to create atmosphere, employing vintage parlor tricks such as movement from the shadows and creaking floorboards. They’re simple ruses that tap into our childhood fears of the boogeyman under our beds and in our closets. Making the children the primary victims of Annabelle’s haunting ramps up the chills. As an audience, we feel more uncomfortable of children being targeted. The aim here is to petrify the kids, and in turn us, not to produce grotesque deaths that will make us feel queasy. It’s here that Annabelle: Creation is restrained, by holding back and gradually building towards its more shocking elements it makes these scenes all the most disturbing and e�ective. It’s a slow burner and takes a while to get going but it earns its scares. As if the orphaned children aren’t vulnerable enough, Annabelle focuses on Janice (Talitha Bateman) who has trouble walking due to a disability. This ingenious plot device makes for some nail-biting drama as we will her to flee from her oppressor when she has trouble doing so. Bateman’s performance is also on point, it’s so easy to sympathize with her character as she can’t play with the other girls which leads to her being ostracized, and more susceptible a victim. Annabelle: Creation might not be the strongest film in The Conjuring Universe but it’s arguably the scariest. Filled with genuinely terrifying moments, staying for the credits during an empty cinema will have you looking over your shoulder. A wonderful throwback to when horror films were scary, this isn’t a cheap cash in for New Line to milk a franchise, it’s another entry to a series that is carefully building

its own world of nightmare. Arguably the scariest installment? Make that arguably the scariest horror movie in years. R. Follow Thomas on Twitter: @Simmy41.

FRIDAY

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SATURDAY

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SEPT 16 & 17, 2017 | SAT 10–6, SUN 10–5 For a full list of this year’s artists, go to rockfordartmuseum.org or facebook.com/greenwichvillageartfair GREENWICH MAIN STAGE sponsored by Mary’s Place SAT. SEPT 16 11:30–12:30 • KEN E. CURTIS 1:00–2:00 • LUKE PITNEY 2:30–3:30 • MARK STURM 4:00–5:00 • LONG SHOTZ 5:30–6:30 • TABOO BLAH BLAH SUN. SEPT 17 11:30–12:30 • SARAH ABRAMOWITZ 1:00–2:00 • THE LUKEWARM CLUB OF AMERICA 2:30–3:30 • ANDREW ROBINSON 4:00–5:00 • AMERICAN RELIC

POINT BAR sponsored by Kortman Gallery SAT. SEPT 16 12:00–1:00 • JIM HAGERTY SUN. SEPT 17 12:00–1:00 • TIM SHAFFER Music included with fair admission. List as of print date.

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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.

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. Friday Pet Betts - Performing from 5:30-8 p.m. at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free admission. Saturday Larry Higgs - Performing from 5:30-8 p.m. at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free admission.

Casino Bus Trip to the Dubuque Diamond Jo Casino! Sat. Sept 2 Thurs. Sept 7 Tues. Sept 19 $12 per person includes Transportation and Lunch Buffet

Sat. Aug 26 / Sept 30

Pickup in Rockford (E. State K-Mart) & Beloit (Flying J)

Pickup in Rockford (E. State K-Mart) & Freeport (Shopko) Pickup in Belvidere (Walmart 2102 Gateway Center Dr.), Rockford (E. State K-Mart) & Freeport (Walmart 2545 Hwy 26) For reservations & pickup times, call:

Sunday 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. 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.

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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. 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.

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Find more listings at RockRiverTimes.com/Happenings 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. Wednesday 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. Sunday & Monday Eclipse Day - On Monday, August 21, all of North America will experience a solar eclipse, and anyone in the path of totality can see the moon completely cover the sun. The moon’s shadow will travel from west to east across the United States: even Alaska and Hawaii will be under the shadow of the moon on this day. An eclipse from coast to coast such as this hasn’t been seen since 1918! As the moon slides in front of the sun, it will block approximately 87% of the sun’s light in the

Rockford Region. An eclipse takes almost three hours from start to finish. The eclipse is expected to become noticeable in our area shortly after noon and reach its maximum obscurity (87%) around 1:15 p.m. On Sunday from 1-4 p.m. and Monday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. the public is invited to an Eclipse event at Discovery Center, included with Museum admission. Visitors will be able to create their own no-cost eclipse viewers, get hands-on with the hows and whys of eclipses, and explore space science. On Eclipse Day, August 21, we’ll be outside for viewing with our own eclipse viewers as well as solar projections from Discovery Center’s telescopes, and showing the live eclipse broadcast from NASA. Discovery Center will have a limited number of eclipse glasses to give away on Sunday and Monday, and is currently sold out of eclipse glasses in our gift shop. Safe viewing devices are easily constructed. Come to Discovery Center on Sunday to make one of your own, and take it to work or school on Monday. At NO time in the Rockford area during this eclipse will it be safe to look at the sun because we are outside of the path of totality…meaning a small part of the sun will still be visible. Remember: never look directly at the sun! Even a brief exposure to unfiltered sunlight can cause permanent retinal burns. If you purchase eclipse glasses, make sure the glasses are manufactured in the United States, that they meet ISO 12312-2 (sometimes written as ISO 12312-2:2015) requirements, and are CE certified. These glasses are many thousands of times darker than sunglasses. The ISO specification and CE certification mean that the glasses will block more than 99% percent of the sun’s light and harmful radiation. Thursday, August 24 Pen and Ink Tangling - If you love to doodle, learning to tangle can change that funky art piece into a thing of beauty, and best of all...It’s FUN!! If you want to partake in this fun learning event, Please bring a pack of artist tiles 3 1/2 x 3 1/2 inches, 2H&2B pencils, an eraser and an .005 micron pen. All other supplies provided. Cost is $25 per person and bring your own wine to enjoy with tangling! Takes place at Horseflower’s Creative Hotspot, 1404 N. Main St., Suite 3 (upper). Saturday, August 26 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. Rockford East High Class of 1982 35th Class Reunion - Takes place from 6-10 p.m. at NMT Drink, 2233 S. Perryville Rd.We have moved the reunion location from Lino’s to NMT. NMT is owned by E-Rab alum Alex Romero. He has agreed to supply a DJ from 6-10 p.m. We will get the best music that we grew up on. There will be appetizers available as well as dinner if you so choose. There is also a cash bar. If you wish, you can google NMT Drink for menu and appetizer information. Please let us know if you and/or your partner can attend. We would like to get a count to anticipate all that is coming. There will also be a school tour conducted by Alum and current teacher at EHS, Mr. Terry Giardini at 10 a.m. that morning. If you would like to attend, please meet in the back school parking lot. Please also bring yearbooks and any other memorabilia. All

E-Rab and Storefront grads are welcome! We hope we see everyone there! Saturday, September 9 Durand Biker Bash - Event will go from 1-8 p.m. on Center St. in downtown Durand, and will feature a Chili Shoot-Outand music performers throughout the day. Admission is and donations will be accepted for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. For more information and a schedule of events visit durandbikerbash.com Saturday, September 16 Rock Swap - The Rock River Valley Gem and Mineral Society are hosting their annual Rock Swap from 9:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. rain or shine. The public is invited to come look at, buy, sell, or swap rocks, minerals, fossils, and jewelry at the Odd Fellows Hall 6219 Forest Hills Rd. Stop by and see some amazing rocks, minerals, and fossils from around the world. You can buy from several regional vendors and local club members, show off and sell rocks of your own, or even swap rocks with other rockhounds. Everyone is welcome to come and look at everything displayed, ask questions and learn about the collections. If you are interested in joining the Rock River Gem and Mineral society, they will have membership information available at the show. There is no admission fee and it is open to the public. (Sellers pay a $20 donation for a 10’ x 10’ space.)

Saturday, September 23 Dodgeball Tournament - Children’s Safe Harbor is hosting its 7th Annual Dodgeball Tournament at the UW Health Sports Factory, with registration starting at 8:30 a.m. and play beginning at 9 a.m. This is a 32 team maximum round robin style tournament that is just as fun to watch as it is to play. There will be a raffle for spectators and players. The cost is $20 per player, teams should be between 6-12 players (players must be 16 years of age or older). Contact Megan or Perry at cshdodgeballfun@gmail.com or visit our website, childrenssafeharbor.net for registration information. Contact Megan at 815-316-7772 for questions or sponsorship information. All proceeds from the benefit help support Children’s Safe Harbor safe child exchange services. Come out and Dodge A Ball For A Kid! Center Stage Comedy Show - Comedy show to benefit AAU basketball. Event features Reginald Ballard (Martin), Pierre (How to be a Player & BAPs), AJ Johnson “Ezel” (Friday & The Player’s Club), and hosted by BLT (BET’s Comic View). Show will take place at 7 p.m. at Rockford Woman’s Club, 323 Park Ave. For tickets go to Center Stage Comedy @ eventbrite.com. Saturday, September 30 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.

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THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:

TAURUS, GEMINI AND CANCER

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Karen Howard 73 Rockford 8/7/2017

Fire station air quality puts firefighters at risk

Roy Straley 80 Rockford 8/7/2017 Dulari Devi 85 Rockford 8/7/2017 Tasha Olmstead 36 Rockford 8/7/2017 Arthur Streed 91 Rockford 8/7/2017 Phyllis Zamowski 89 Rockford 8/7/2017 Patrick Baker 62 Rockford 8/8/2017 Kathleen North 81 Rockford 8/8/2017 Joseph Rodriguez 80 Rockford 8/8/2017 Clint Allen 52 Rockford 8/8/2017 Alfonzo Jimenez 70 Rockford 8/8/2017 Sandra Foster 61 Rockford 8/8/2017 Darcy Meadows 59 Rockford 8/9/2017 Joanne Lancaster 78 Rockford 8/9/2017 Phyllis Schultz 74 Roscoe 8/9/2017 Margarit Hancock 75 Rockford 8/9/2017 Kenneth Douglas 82 Loves Park 8/9/2017 Charles Bohren 81 Loves Park 8/9/2017 Victor Addotta 52 Rockford 8/9/2017 Dawn Kral 57 Rockford 8/9/2017 William Conterio 87 Rockford 8/9/2017 William Beck 87 Rockford 8/9/2017 Armando Aronica 82 Rockford 8/9/2017 Trudy Styles 73 Rockford 8/9/2017 Sandra Brown 69 Rockford 8/10/2017 Theresa Bradbury 86 Rockford 8/10/2017 Eleanor Olliges 95 Rockford 8/10/2017 Reva Clankie 84 Durand 8/10/2017 Betty Carpenter 92 Loves Park 8/10/2017 Viola Bodgonas 95 Rockford 8/10/2017 Edna Weed 98 Rockford 8/10/2017 Bonnie Conley 36 Rockford 8/10/2017 Kjell Lusch 87 Rockford 8/11/2017 Thomas McWethy 55 Rockford 8/11/2017 Constance Danlow 64 Rockford 8/11/2017 Mary Pfab 56 Machesney Park 8/11/2017 Felijia Grochowska 84 Rockford 8/11/2017 Helen Kaleparicki 97 Loves Park 8/11/2017 Marilyn Hughes 72 Rockford 8/11/2017 James Stropes 97 Rockford 8/11/2017 Suzanne Wrest 77 Rockford 8/11/2017 Faye Cooksey 78 Rockford 8/11/2017 Mary Waskiewicz 79 Rockford 8/11/2017 Janet Dobson 74 Rockton 8/11/2017 Ricky Reid 60 Rockford 8/11/2017 William Vandersteeg 65 Rockford 8/12/2017 Sherri George 47 Rockford 8/12/2017 Andrew Friscella 97 Rockford 8/12/2017 Eunice Marks 94 South Beloit 8/13/2017 Stephen Olson 72 Rockford 8/13/2017 Susan Richmond-Yoho 67 Rockford 8/13/2017 Mary Vaccarello 74 Rockford 8/13/2017 Karlreese Sims 48 Rockford 8/13/2017 Leonard Skelnik 59 Rockford 8/13/2017 Carolyn Como 59 Rockford 8/13/2017 Faye Garner 88 Rockford 8/13/2017 Marlene Curry 72 Rockford 8/14/2017 Bobby Eaton 76 Rockford 8/14/2017 Death notices are provided by the Winnebago County Coroner’s office.

Week of July 30 to August 5, 2017 ARIES

You may be on vacation, but you’re already planning your next adventure. You may also spontaneously decide to go back to school at the next opportunity.

TAURUS

Week of August 6 to 12, 2017 ARIES

You’ll find inspiration everywhere you turn this week. Your priorities will become clear and your future, easier to visualize. You’ll have a sudden idea that could lead you to new beginnings.

TAURUS

Don’t be afraid of changes, because You’ll be happy to be put in charge of some positive ones are coming your organizing a sizable event. Choose materials and effecBy Carolyn Crist way. A nice outing with your betterNewer buildingyour battles; sometimes it’s bethalf or with friends will be a great tive separation between different Reuters Health ter to just let the it go, even if you know way to wrap up your vacation. building zones helped you’re keep right. levels low in Firefighters have higher than average the firefighters’ living areas, the study cancer rates, and while their exposure to GEMINI GEMINI authors found. Policies for ofventilating carcinogens during fires known, It’s timeisforwell a makeover, and it won’t The departure a colleague will truck exhaust outside the for washing a new study suggests exposures in fire be cheap. 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A foreign Seizing opportunities tofrom do some overthere in person really helped.” known carcinogen) and off-gassing adventure will draw you in, and you timegear should(which also help may your financialSparer and colleagues hope to sample contaminated post-fire may even consider moving oversituation. Don’t neglect your health. air in additional stations at different be contaminated with a variety of known seas. You and will take on several prowith gusto. times of the year.jects They’re also talking and/or possible carcinogens),” researchers LEO to officers at the Boston stations about point out in the Journal of Occupational You are bursting with energy and LEO simple steps they can need taketime toto reduce and Environmental Medicine. your positive attitude is contagious. Dreams become rebe theyears subject of much admirisks, such as removing gym equipment Several studies in You’ll recent have ality. Rome wasn’t built in a day! from a certain group Youinstalling will have tocommerwait patiently from the truck bay, found that firefightersration have elevated risksof people thanks to your tireless enthusiasm for your projects to start getting cial-grade washing machines for gear, for cancers of the lungs, skin, esophagus, results, but you will reach your and solid work ethic. and closing doorsgoals to living areas, when brain, kidney and prostate. eventually. possible. “We know about the chemicals, heat VIRGO VIRGO that every old fire and stress in the field,You but left out willwhat’s especially enjoy spending“We’re not saying Your patience willits be station. put to the test with your family thisfire week. You’ll department should tear down is the chronic low-leveltime exposure at the as you finalize an agreement at work also bebusiness,” needed to bring peace That’s benot feasible,” she said. “But design station during day-to-day lead or elsewhere. If you’re involved in a twoof of Harvard’s your loved ones that matters, and there court are acase feworsmall changes study author Dr. Emilytween Sparer other legal matter, a have been in conflict for a while. that could preventresolution these exposures.” in your favour isn’t far Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston thestudy horizon.is the small A limitation of on the told Reuters Health by phone. LIBRA size, which makes it difficult to assess The Boston Fire Department Expect lotsapproached of travel in the near LIBRA future. You will be needed whether the exposure are Sparer’s team with concerns about fire-in many Your numbers doctor will find theexcepperfect way placesatandyoung your kids may ask tional, for said Eero Pukkala of the ails University fighters becoming sick ages. to treat whatever you, no matter more rides than usual. A business how minute. At work,Pukkala, expect lots of of Tampere in Helsinki, Finland. Although department staff knew that trip is possibly in the works and recognition — and maybehas even a who wasn’t involved with this study, diesel exhaust, dust and ash caused your phone won’t stop ringing. promotion. studied cancer among firefighters in sinus and breathing issues, they weren’t Finland, Norway, SCORPIO Denmark, Iceland and sure when and whereSCORPIO the most exposure You will accomplish a brilliant feat A pleasant surprise awaits youSweden. at occurred. that other will leave you feeling when you return from yourComparison with indoor loca-very “There are still a lotwork of questions about proud of yourself. You may even wonderful vacation: a promotion, tions, such as other workplaces, beliswhy firefighters get cancer,” Sparer said. save someone’s lifewould with your perhaps? Your number of clients numbers “By delving into the stations, we’re trying helpful as well to understand tening skills. the A new relationship could also increase. will bring you much happiness. and the severity that firefighters face, he to start the process of answering those told Reuters Health by email. questions.” SAGITTARIUS SAGITTARIUS Be ready sampled to move non-stop! to understand Sparer and colleagues airPleasant“Of course, it’s important You should take time to be with your surprises in store. Your whether these pollutants cause(orhealth particles at four Boston firearestations in friends family. Your children maybe your may ask you to join them on a will need you. Don’t think hazards,” Pukkalaparents) added. spring 2016, looking for particulate matter thrilling adventure. Let spontaneity twice about giving them all the time less than 2.5 millimeters in diameter. be your guide. and attention they need. These small particles are considered dangerous to human health because they CAPRICORN CAPRICORN You’ll needlodged to do a little can be inhaled and become inhouse thecleaning You may decide to go back to school among your acquaintances. Stop or to enrol in a short training prolungs. They also looked for particle-bound gram. It will require considerable wasting your time which with toxic indivipolycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, effort but you’ll reap the benefits duals; you will enjoy your true friends are chemicals releasedallfrom burning coal, quickly, even if you’re short on time. the more. oil, gas, trash and wood. AQUARIUS They took air samples from the kitchen, AQUARIUS You will be handsomely rewarded Your social life will be retruck bay, and outside the station - extremely and for putting in extra hours at work. warding. The big event you’ve been conducted interviews with officers at Your efforts will put you on manageplanning is shaping up to be a reeach station to understand health and ment’s radar and you’ll find yourself sounding success. Don’t stop your on the fast track to a promotion. safety-related policies and practices, hard work just yet! such as engine idle-time and washing of PISCES contaminated clothing. PISCES You’re on the brink of a new beginYou will undertake significant project Particulate matter was present inahigher ning. If you’re job hunting, a proon your own or with your partner, mising career will soon be within concentrations in the truck bay than in work associates or family. At the your reach. It’s a demanding posieither the kitchen or the outdoors, but very least, you’ll lay a solid foundation, but you’re the perfect fit. The levels varied throughout the day. tion for future endeavours. future looks bright.

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: LEO, VIRGO AND LIBRA

Horoscope Week of August 13 to 19, 2017 ARIES

You will travel a lot and the trips will be a little longer than expected. Don’t turn down your friends’ invitations to relax and have fun; you’ll appreciate the downtime.

TAURUS

You will find creative solutions for even the smallest financial conundrum. Don’t hesitate to seek help from friends or experts to straighten out your pocketbook.

GEMINI

There’s tons to do and no time to lose. You’ll profit from your creativity. Against all odds, an art project you worked on for fun may soon be worth its weight in gold.

CANCER

Time is scarce, but with perseverance and determination you will eventually reach your goals. You’ll find yourself re-evaluating your career and may make some changes to stay happy at work.

LEO

Expect lots of action in your social life this week. Your imagination will also reach remarkable heights, allowing you to create an unexpected masterpiece.

VIRGO

Time will be a rare commodity and you’ll feel the need to plan your days down to the minute in order to get everything done. It’s ok to let some things slide so you don’t get overwhelmed.

LIBRA

You’ve earned a short vacation. Make sure you read the fine print when you book your stay, especially if it’s a business trip. Regardless of the situation, you’ll find the time to relax and enjoy your surroundings.

SCORPIO

You’ll be unusually emotional this week. You’ll be tempted to make a spontaneous purchase, but proceed with caution: you may end up needing extra funds in the near future.

SAGITTARIUS

A special occasion will require you to look your absolute best. Don’t be afraid to stand out: you’ll need to make a memorable first impression on a new acquaintance.

CAPRICORN

You will be tasked with a mountain of emergency work. You will be well rewarded for your troubles and an interesting promotion may follow shortly.

AQUARIUS

Your artistic ability will reach new heights and you’ll find yourself creating one masterpiece after the other throughout the week. Your patience will be a valuable asset during upcoming negotiations.

PISCES

You may spend some of your week at home. If you have young children, don’t wait until the last minute to start planning for back-to-school.

August 16, 2017 The Rock River Times.

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Government Notices n n n INVITATION TO BID PUBLIC WORKS MATERIALS BID NO.: 817-PW-114 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Thursday, August 31, 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, 4th floor, 425 E. State Street, Rockford, IL, 61104, 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. All Contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12). The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive technicalities. 7930R TRRT 8/16 n n n INVITATION TO BID WATERWORKS SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS BID NO.: 817-W-113 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Wednesday, August 30, 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, 4th floor, 425 E. State Street, Rockford, IL, 61104, 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. All Contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12). The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive technicalities. 7931R TRRT 8/16 n n n REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PRIVATE TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM RFP NO.: 817-PW-115 Proposals will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Wednesday, August 30, 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 proposals received will be publicly opened and read aloud. Proposals will be accepted until the specified opening time and date. Any bidder attempting to deliver after the opening time and date will be refused. Proposal forms 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 Proposals must be enclosed in a sealed envelope and marked with the name of the RFP, and the RFP number. Each vendor shall submit with their proposal 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 proposal 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. 7932R TRRT 8/16

Public Notices 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 MARILYN MAGNUSON, Deceased. NO. 2017 P 310 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of MARILYN MAGNUSON. Letters of Office were issued on July 19, 2017 to Linda Matranga, 8105 Bridgeland, Winnebago, Illinois 61088 and David Magnuson, 1681 Marshfield Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61107, co-executors and legal representatives of the Estate. The attorney for the estate is John M. Nelson, 1318 E. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61104. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before February 5, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk, Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, IL 61101 or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the estate’s legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Linda Matranga and David Magnuson, Co-Executors This document was prepared by: John M. Nelson Attorney for the Estate 1318 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 Telephone 815-964-8800 Rock River Times 8/2, 8/9, 8/16/2017 7872R TRRT 8/16 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. D. CRAIG MILLER AKA

DENNIS CRAIG MILLER; Defendants, 17CH 313 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, September 14, 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: Lot 13 as designated upon the Plat of Manors of Imperial Oaks Plat Number One (1), being a Subdivision of part of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 9, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which is recorded in Book 36 of Plats, on Page 49 and 49A in the Recorder’s Office in Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the county of Winnebago and the state of Illinois. Commonly known as 3297 Ramblewood Lane, Rockford, IL 61114. P.I.N.12-09-104-011. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-023767 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3057585 P7907R TRRT 8/23 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, Plaintiff, v. KIMBERLY RAMJOHN; UNKNOWN OWNERS; and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. 17CH 613 3149 Arline Ave. Rockford, IL 61101 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to the following: UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, generally. Notice is hereby given to Defendants that Plaintiff has filed its Complaint in said Court for foreclosure pursuant to the mortgage foreclosure laws of the State of Illinois, of the lands and premises in the Complaint situated in Winnebago County, State of Illinois: LOTS FOURTEEN (14) AND FIFTEEN (15) IN BLOCK NINETEEN (19) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF CENTRAL PARK REALTY COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION LYING IN THE NORTH HALF (1/2) OF SECTION 15 AND IN THE SOUTH HALF (1/2) OF SECTION 10, BOTH IN 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 22 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PINs: 11-15-178-007;11-15178-008 Common Address: 3149 Arline Ave., Rockford, Illinois 61101. said suit is now pending. The said Complaint is for the foreclosure of the mortgage. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your appearance in the said suit in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, on or before the day of September 8, 2017, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. Attorneys for Plaintiff Stephen G. Daday Klein, Daday, Aretos & O’Donoghue, LLC 2550 West Golf Road, Suite 250 Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 847-590-8700 Attorney No. 3127015 I3057427 P7906R TRRT 8/23 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK; Plaintiff, vs. MANUEL RAMOS AKA MANUEL DE JESUS RAMOS-RAMIREZ AKA MANUEL RAMOS RAMIREZ AKA MANUEL J RAMIREZ R; MIRIAM RAMOS; RICK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 82 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, September 14, 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: LOT ONE EIGHTY-SIX (186) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT NO. 3 OF LINDEN POINTE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 44 OF PLATS ON PAGE 179B IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3996 Biltmore Chase, Rockford, IL 61109. P.I.N. 16-07-280-026. The mortgaged real estate is: 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. For information call Mr. David T. Cohen at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Cohen Jutla Dovitz Makowka, LLC, 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531. (708) 460-7711. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3057583 P7905R TRRT 8/23 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGOSTATE OF ILLINOIS Holcomb State Bank, Plaintiff, vs. Art Enclaves, LLC, an Illinois Limited Liability Company, and Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants. 17 CH 626 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 Mortgage Foreclosure action was filed on August 2, 2017 and is now pending. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above. The names of the titleholders of record is Art Enclaves, LLC, an Illinois Limited Liability Company. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Mortgage 1 All of Lot Ten (10) and the North 26.5 feet of Lot Nine (9) in Block Twenty-six (26) of the Original Town (now city) of Rockford, West of Rock River, the Southerly line of said tract to be parallel with the Northerly line of Lot Nine (9); situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. P.I.N. No.: 11-23-303-004 Mortgage 2 PARCEL I: Lot Twenty-three (23) in Block Six (6) 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, EXCEPTING THEREFROM that part deeded to the City of Rockford on March 11, 1964, as recorded in Book 1440 on page 598; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. P.I.N.: 11-23-127-009 PARCEL II: Part of Lot Twenty-four (24) in Block Six (6) as designated upon the Plat of Coleman and Garrison’s Addition to the City of Rockford, described as follows, to-wit: Beginning at the Southwesterly corner of Lot 24; thence Northeasterly to a point 25 feet Southwesterly from the Northwesterly corner of said Lot; thence Southeasterly, parallel with the Northeasterly line of Lot 24, 56.09 feet; thence Southwesterly parallel with the Northwesterly line of said Lot 24, 32 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel with the Northeasterly line of said Lot 24, 100 feet to the Southeasterly line of said Lot; thence Southwesterly 9 feet to the Southwesterly line of said Lot 24; thence Northwesterly along the

Southwesterly line of said Lot 24 to the place of beginning; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. P.I.N.: 11-23-127-008 A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: Mortgage 1: 126-130 N. Church Street, Rockford, IL 61103 Mortgage 2: 904 N. Court Street, Rockford, IL 61103 An identification of the Mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: MORTGAGE I Names of Mortgagors: Art Enclaves, LLC Name of Mortgagee: Holcomb State Bank Date of Mortgage: March 21, 2014 Date of Recording: March 21, 2014 County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois Recording Document Identification: 20141009035 MORTGAGE 2 Names of Mortgagors: Art Enclaves, LLC a/k/a Art Enclaves, L.L.C. Name of Mortgagee: Holcomb State Bank Date of Mortgage: March 21, 2014 Date of Recording: March 21, 2014 County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois Recording Document Identification: 20141009036 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 September 8, 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 Kim M. Casey ARDC #6181726 HolmstromKennedyPC 800 North Church Street P.O. Box 589 Rockford, IL 61105 (815) 962-7071 kcasey@hkrockford.com I3057940 P7909R TRRT 8/23 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS,

COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Foreclosure cleanup cleaning out homes that have been foreclosed business in said County and State under the name of MH National Cleanouts at the following post office addresses: 1219 10th St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Melissa Henderson, 815-670-5183 SIGNED: Melissa Henderson 8/8/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 7923R TRRT 8/23 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 Buying and Selling of Real Estate business in said County and State under the name of Integrity Realty at the following post office addresses: 2359 Kobel Dr., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Latisha Jones SIGNED: Latisha Jones 8/8/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7924R TRRT 8/23 n n n SUPPLEMENTARY CERTIFICATE OF OWNERSHIP OF BUSINESS WITHDRAWAL OF NAME(S) STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ss. Certificate No. 033702 On the 12th day of June, A.D. 2017, the original certificate of ownership was filed in the office of County Clerk, in the County of Winnebago, Illinois for The Land General Store at the following address(es): 624 7th St., Rockford, IL 61104. On the 14th day of August, A.D. 2017, the following person or persons ceased doing business under the above assumed name and have no further connection with or financial interest in the business carried on under such assumed name: Clarence Greer III. SIGNED: Clarence Greer III 8/14/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed) to before me, this 14th

day of August A.D. 2017. Amy Reininger, Deputy Clerk 7951R TRRT 8/16 n n n SUPPLEMENTARY CERTIFICATE OF OWNERSHIP OF BUSINESS WITHDRAWAL OF NAME(S) STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ss. Certificate No. 022573 On the 5th day of February, A.D. 2017, the original certificate of ownership was filed in the office of County Clerk, in the County of Winnebago, Illinois for Rocket Studio at the following address(es): 6479 Maere Lane, Rockford, IL 61107. On the 10th day of August, A.D. 2017, the following person or persons ceased doing business under the above assumed name and have no further connection with or financial interest in the business carried on under such assumed name: Matt Hussung. SIGNED: Matt Hussung 8/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed) to before me, this 10th day of August A.D. 2017. Amy Reininger, Deputy Clerk 7952R TRRT 8/16 n n n SUPPLEMENTARY CERTIFICATE OF OWNERSHIP OF BUSINESS WITHDRAWAL OF NAME(S) STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ss. Certificate No. 033615 On the 17th day of April, A.D. 2017, the original certificate of ownership was filed in the office of County Clerk, in the County of Winnebago, Illinois for The Family T-Shirts and Socks Store at the following address(es): 1235 B Sandy Hollow, Rockford, IL 61109 Lot 48 & 49. On the 2nd day of August, A.D. 2017, the following person or persons ceased doing business under the above assumed name and have no further connection with or financial interest in the business carried on under such assumed name: Ronda Smith. SIGNED: Ronda Smith 8/2/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed) to before me, this 2nd day of August A.D. 2017. Thalia Gallardo, Deputy Clerk 7953R TRRT 8/16

n n n LEGAL NOTICE Lifescape Community Services-Lifescape Adult Day Program announces its participation in the USDA’s Child and Adult Care Food Program. The same meals will be served at no separate charge to enrolled participants at the following site: Lifescape Adult Day Program, 1330 S. Alpine Road, Rockford, IL 61108 operating 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This program, administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Illinois Department on Aging, gives financial assistance to adult day care service so that nutritious meals can be integrated with nonresidential care services. The goal of the program is to improve the diets of participants. The meals and snacks served meet standards established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Listed below are the USDA Income Eligibility Guidelines which are effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. The amount of reimbursement received by Lifescape Adult Day Program is based on the number of enrolled participants whose family income is at or below: Free Reduced-Price Family Size Yearly Monthly Weekly Yearly Monthly Weekly 1 $15,678 1,307 302 22,311 1,860 430 2 21,112 1,760 406 30,044 2,504 578 3 26,546 2,213 511 37,777 3,149 727 4 31,980 2,665 615 45,510 3,793 876 5 37,414 3,118 720 53,243 4,437 1,024 Each Additional Family Member 5,434 453 105 7,733 645 149 Lifescape Community Services-Lifescape Adult Day Program does not discriminate in admission to programs or activities in compliance with the Civil Rights Act. The same meals will be served at no separate charge to enrolled participants at the center listed below and will be provided in accordance with federal law and United States Department of Agriculture policy. Institutions are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). For further information, contact: Lifescape Adult Day Program, 1330 S. Alpine Road, Rockford, IL 61108. 815-964-2433 or 1-800-779-1189 7942R TRRT 8/16

August 16, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS M&T Bank PLAINTIFF Vs. Lakithia Williams; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 17CH 00070 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Lakithia Williams Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1543 Rural Street Rockford, IL 61107 and which said Mortgage was made by: Lakithia Williams the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Wintrust Mortgage, a division of Barrington Bank and Trust Co., N.A., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 20141031013; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Thomas A. Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court 400 West State Street, Room 108 Rockford, IL 61101 on or before September 1, 2017, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-17-00296 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector. I726785 P7881R TRRT 8/16 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. CESAR MARTINEZ; SELENE MARTINEZ; STATE OF ILLINOIS; Defendants, 17 CH 108 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, September 7, 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: Lot Three (3) in Block Twenty (20) as designated upon the Plat of Rolling Green, a residential park, being a Subdivision of part of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 31, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal

Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 18 of Plats on Page 19 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and the State of Illinois. Commonly known as 1917 Oregon Avenue, Rockford, IL 61108. P.I.N. 12-31-252-003. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-001555 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I726597 P7882R TRRT 8/16 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ALBERTO LARA, et al Defendant 15CH 01000 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 27, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 30, 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: L O T T W E N T Y- S I X (26) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 1 OF MEADOW LANE BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 26 OF PLATS, PAGE 135 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 4115 AMHERST LANE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-05128-004. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. 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 14-15-17361. 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. 14-15-17361 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 01000 TJSC#: 37-6820 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. I726890 P7880R TRRT 8/16 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 sell art work at different locations and the internet business in said County and State under the name of Studio Dave at the following post office addresses: 118 Shaw Street, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: David McWilliams SIGNED: David McWilliams 7/28/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th

day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7886R TRRT 8/16 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Beauty services to include eye lash extensions, permanent makeup, waxing/ sugaring hair removal business in said County and State under the name of Forever Young Beauty and Wellness at the following post office addresses: 123 N. Alpine Rd., Suite D, Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Melissa Diaz SIGNED: Melissa Diaz 7/28/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7887R TRRT 8/16 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Barbershop business in said County and State under the name of Mannie’s Barbershop at the following post office addresses: 319 7th St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Manisee E. Rollins SIGNED: Manisee E. Rollins 7/31/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 31st day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7890R TRRT 8/16 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a construction business in said County and State under the name of K & K Construction at the following post office addresses: 8112 Cameo Dr., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Kody Keen SIGNED: Kody Keen 7/3/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 3rd day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7896R TRRT 8/16 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 MARIANNE C. CORRIGAN, Deceased. Case No. 2017-P-321 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of MARIANNE C. CORRIGAN, of Loves Park, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on July 25, 2017, to SHERRY L. HARLAN 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 February 2, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed

by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the 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/ Sherry L. Harlan SHERRY L. HARLAN, Independent Executor of the Estate of MARIANNE C. CORRIGAN, Deceased PREPARED BY: HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP Marcia L. Mueller, ARDC#3122098 100 Park Avenue P.O. Box 1389 Rockford, Illinois 61105 815-490-4900 Attorneys for Estate 7875R TRRT 8/16 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. SHERRY K. ZACK, in her capacity as Special Representative for the Estate of LINDA K. LIDBOM; DEREK LIDBOM; NICOLE DOMBROWSKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 2017 CH 449 NOTICE TO NICOLE DOMBROWSKI FOR PUBLICATION (2424 Dresden Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61103) The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, NOTICE is hereby given you, NICOLE DOMBROWSKI, Defendant 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 the above-named Defendant, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage concerning the premises described as follows, to-wit: Legal description of the mortgage real estate and common address: Lot One (1) in Block Two (2) as designated upon the Plat of Subdivision of Lot 1, Block 1, Lot 1, Block 2, Lot 1, Block 3, Sauber’s North View Subdivision of a part of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 11, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which is recorded in Book 21 of Plats on page 29 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, EXCEPTING THEREFROM that part deeded to the City of Rockford by Warranty Deed recorded as Document No. 0463609 bounded and described as follows, to-wit: Part of Lot One (1) in Block Two (2) as designated upon the Plat of Subdivision of Lot One (1), Block One (1), Lot One (1), Block Two (2) and Lot One (1), Block Three (3), Sauber’s North View Subdivision

of part of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 11, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 21 of Plats on Page 29 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, bounded and described as follows, to-wit: Beginning at the Southwest corner of said Lot One (1); thence North 00 degrees 03’ 27” West, along the West line of said Lot One (1), 74.27 feet (74.3 feet plat) to the Northwest corner of said Lot One (1); thence North 89 degrees 36’ 03” East, along the North line of said Lot One (1), 16.96 feet; thence South 01 degrees 29’ 43” West, 74.32 feet to a point in the South line of said Lot One (1); thence South 89 degrees 38’ 32” West 14.95 feet to the point of beginning; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. COMMON ADDRESS: 2424 Dresden Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 P.I.N. NUMBER: 11-11-307025 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 Defendant, file your Answer to the Complaint of said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, on or before the 1st day of September, 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 7876R TRRT 8/16 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a lawn mowing & snow removal business in said County and State under the name of R & S Lawn Service at the following post office addresses: 11108 3rd St., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ronald Yaun SIGNED: Ronald Yaun 7/27/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 27th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7884R TRRT 8/16 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 GISSELLA VARGAS, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 302 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of GISSELLA VARGAS of Rockford, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on July 12, 2017, to Lucelenia Vargas, who is the independent administrator of the estate. The

attorney for the estate is G. Michael Scheurich. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before February 2, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act of 1975, 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, Room 425, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated: July 27, 2017. LUCELENIA VARGAS, Independent Administrator BY: /s/ G. Michael Scheurich G. Michael Scheurich One of Her Attorneys G. MICHAEL SCHEURICH (#2479869) Guyer & Enichen, P.C. Attorneys for the Estate 2601 Reid Farm Road, Suite B Rockford, Illinois 61114 (815) 636-9600 7878R TRRT 8/16 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: HENRYKA L. BUSZKE, Deceased. CASE NO. 2017 P 299 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of HENRYKA L. BUSZKE. Letters of Office were issued on July 31, 2017 to EVA H. BUSZKE-WATSON, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO, 535 Loves Park Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before February, 11, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate 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: 8/1/17 EVA H. BUSZKE-WATSON, ADMINISTRATOR ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO #87 Attorney for Estate 535 Loves Park Drive Loves Park, IL 61111 815/654-3060 7894R TRRT 8/16 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 sale of vintage goods business in said County and State under the name of LingerLongerShop at the following post office addresses: 12531 Greensview

Drive, Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Stacy Kramer SIGNED: Stacy Kramer 7/24/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 24th day of July, A.D. 2017. Debra E. Hahn, Notary Public My Commission Expires 8/14/18 7892R TRRT 8/16 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 feeding the homeless community service, food pantry, resource center, free clothing business in said County and State under the name of Beautiful Beginnings Community Outreach at the following post office addresses: 4201 Auburn St., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tamica Childress, 815-703-4712; Rufus Hall SIGNED: Tamica Childress 7/26/17 SIGNED: Rufus Hall 7/26/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 26th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7883R TRRT 8/16 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 CECIL V. BROOMFIELD, Deceased. NO. 2017 P 287 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of CECIL V. BROOMFIELD. Letters of Office were issued on July 24, 2017 to JULIA BROOMFIELD, 14909 Edwardsville Road, Winnebago, Illinois, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the estate is John M. Nelson, 1318 E. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61104. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before February 5, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk, Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, IL 61101 or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the estate’s legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. JULIA BROOMFIELD, Executor This document was prepared by: John M. Nelson Attorney for the Estate 1318 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 Telephone 815-964-8800 Rock River Times 8/2, 8/9, 8/16/2017 7873R TRRT 8/16

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n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BLACKHAWK BANK f/k/a BLACKHAWK STATE BANK, Plaintiff, v. JANET K. NARETTA; UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No.: 2016 CH 975 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in the above-entitled cause, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder. A. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Yashekia T. Simpkins, HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP, 100 Park Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61101, Tel. (815) 490-4942. B. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 308 Coronado Blvd., Loves Park, Illinois 61111. C. The legal description of the real estate is: LOT THIRTY-SEVEN (37) IN BLOCK ONE (1) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF LOVES PARK MANOR, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF A PART OF T.C. JOHNSON’S SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (¼) OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH RESUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 20 OF PLATS ON PAGE 59 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. D. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: Single-family home consisting of approximately 1,500 square feet, containing 3 bedrooms and 1½ bathrooms. E. The time and place of sale will be August 31, 2017, at 11:00 A.M., Winnebago County Justice Center, Lobby, 650 West State Street, Rockford, County of Winnebago, Illinois. F. The terms of the sale are: Ten Percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance is due within 24 hours of sale. The property offered for sale is subject to all real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality of the title and without recourse to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office and in “as is” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. G. Title will be conveyed subject to the following liens and interests: all general real estate taxes, special assessments, if any, easements and restrictions of record, and the interests, if any, of any tenant in possession. H. The property will not be available for inspection. I. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of subject premises. J. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees

required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). BLACKHAWK BANK, Plaintiff By: HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP By: Yashekia T. Simpkins One of Its Attorneys PREPARED BY: Yashekia T. Simpkins (ARDC #6307014) HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP 100 Park Avenue P.O. Box 1389 Rockford, IL 61105-1389 Phone: 815-490-4900 Fax: 815-490-4901 ysimpkins@hinshawlaw.com 7898R TRRT 8/23 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN RE THE ESTATE OF: DOROTHY L. KRAUSE, Deceased. Case No. 2017 P 316 Date Will Filed: 5/25/17 CLAIMS NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of DOROTHY L. KRAUSE. Letters of Office were issued on July 23, 2017, to JONATHAN R. KRAUSE, whose address is 5470 Kelley Road, Rockford, IL 61102, as Independent Executor of the estate. The attorney of record for the estate is Anthony R. Phelps of Reno & Zahm LLP, 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400, Rockford, IL 61107. Claims may be filed on or before February 9, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to any known creditor required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act of 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the Independent Executor, or both. Copies of any claim filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the Independent Executor and to the attorney for the estate within ten days after it has been filed. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk of the Court. Dated August 9, 2017 JONATHAN R. KRAUSE, Independent Executor By RENO & ZAHM LLP By: /s/ Anthony R. Phelps Attorney for the Independent Executor Anthony R. Phelps (#06297415) RENO & ZAHM LLP 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 987-4050 arp@renozahm.com 7899R TRRT 8/23 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN RE THE ESTATE OF: KASIA D. WHITLEY, Deceased. Case No. 2017 P 282 Date Will Filed: No Will CLAIMS NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of KASIA D. WHITLEY. Letters of Office were issued on July 31, 2017, to SUSAN WHITLEY, whose address is 314 Ogilby Road, Rockford, IL 61102, as Independent Administrator of the estate. The

attorney of record for the estate is Arthur G. Kielty of Reno & Zahm LLP, 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400, Rockford, IL 61107. Claims may be filed on or before February 9, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to any known creditor required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act of 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the Independent Administrator, or both. Copies of any claim filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the Independent Administrator and to the attorney for the estate within ten days after it has been filed. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk of the Court. Dated August 4, 2017 SUSAN WHITLEY, Independent Administrator By RENO & ZAHM LLP By: /s/ Arthur G. Kielty Attorney for the Independent Administrator Arthur G. Kielty (#06207246) RENO & ZAHM LLP 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 987-4050 agk@renozahm.com 7900R TRRT 8/23 n n n MORE AADDITIONAL STORAGE 7327 N. Alpine Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111 815-262-8061 AADDITIONAL STORAGE 7319 N. Alpine Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111 815-262-8061 NOTICE OF SALE The personal properties stored by: Cindy Eterno (B13) located at 7327 N. Alpine Road, Loves Park, Illinois; and Dill De Aluis (AS45) and Chad Evans (AS20) located at 7319 N. Alpine Rd., Loves Park, Illinois, both self-storage facilities, shall be sold on or after 8/18/2017, to enforce the owner’s lien thereon. If not sold, the property will be otherwise disposed of. Property includes household goods and many personal items. 7901R TRRT 8/16 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 ANGELA M. HOLLAR, deceased No. 17-P-175 CLAIMS NOTICE Notice is given of the death of ANGELA M. HOLLAR. Letters of office were issued on July 3, 2017, to JORDAN HOLLAR, whose address is 235 Merrill Ave., Loves Park, IL 61111, as administrator, whose attorney is TOBIN & RAMON, 530 South State Street; Suite 200, Belvidere, Illinois 61008-3711. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before February 12, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate

may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk -Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, at 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office -- Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. DATED: August 4, 2017. JORDAN HOLLAR, Administrator Natalie Hyser Barber TOBIN & RAMON Attorneys for Estate 530 South State Street; Suite 200 Belvidere, Illinois 61008-3711 (815) 544-0316 7902R TRRT 8/23 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE (ADULT) Request of: Jared Keith Wilson Case Number 17 MR 661 There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Jared Keith Wilson to the new name of: Ashley Lynn Wilson. The court date will be held: on September 29, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., at 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL, Winnebago County, in Courtroom # 412. /s/ Jared Wilson Jared Keith Wilson 7903R TRRT 8/23 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN CHANCERY STATE BANK OF DAVIS, an Illinois banking corporation, Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM MYERS a/k/a WILLIAM E. MYERS; CEDAR CREEK II, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS; and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. No. 2016 CH 323 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment for Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above-entitled cause on MAY 24, 2017, the WINNEBAGO COUNTY SHERIFF will on SEPTEMBER 12, 2017, at the hour of 11:00 a.m. in the lobby of the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: Lot Eight (8) in Block One (1) as designated upon Northway Park Subdivision, being a part of the North Half of Section 25, Township 45 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 23 on Page 169 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; Situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. The common address of said real estate is: 9506 Shore Drive, Machesney Park, IL 61115. Tax Code No. 07-25-176-006 Description of Premises: RESIDENTIAL Sale Terms: Twenty-five percent (25%) down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, and all easements, conditions and restrictions of record, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any repre-

sentation as to quality or quantity of title. The subject property is being sold without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility and expense of evicting any individuals presently in possession of the premises. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, 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. 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. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. If the property is a condominium, the purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessments and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). No refunds. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The judgment amount is $434,991.85. The real estate will NOT be available for inspection prior to the sale. For information: Greg Ryan, State Bank of Davis, 100 Route 75, Davis, IL 61019; Telephone: 815-865-5125 FISHBURN WHITON THRUMAN, Plaintiff’s Attorneys 8 East Stephenson Street P.O. Box 877 Freeport, IL 61032 (815)235-2511 7904R TRRT 8/23 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JEFFREY D. HEDBERG, Deceased. No. 2016-P-553 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of JEFFREY D. HEDBERG. Letters of Office were issued on January 20, 2017 to DEANN PORTER, who is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the estate is Charles D. Schlueter, 4023 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61108. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before February 14, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of the claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days atfer it has been filed. DATED: August 7, 2017 /s/ Charles D. Schlueter Charles D. Schlueter Name: Charles D. Schlueter Attorney for Estate Address: 4023 Charles Street City: Rockford, IL 61108 Telephone: 815 229-5333 7914R TRRT 8/23 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff,

-v.KEVIN J. TUTTLE, et al Defendant 16CH 00934 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 18, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT 29-7964 IN LYFORD OAKS CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF CERTAIN LOTS OR PARTS THEREOF AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 1 OF LYFORD OAKS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘A’ TO THE DECLARATION OWNERSHIP RECORDED AUGUST 8, 2002 AS DOCUMENT NO. 0255642 IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLLNOIS, TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID DECLARATION AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. Commonly known as 7964 ROYAL OAKS ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-23231-024. 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 14-16-13820. 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. 14-16-13820 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00934 TJSC#: 37-3681 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. I722221 P7913R TRRT 8/23 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Boutique/Retail, We will be servicing men, women and children fashion business in said County and State under the name of Zephyr Collections at the following post office addresses: 3011 Auburn St., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Naseen Soldana SIGNED: Naseen Soldana 6/9/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 9th day of June, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7921R TRRT 8/23 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 Mechanic’s Service business in said County and State under the name of Man Cave 2.0 at the following post office addresses: 4221 Sovereign Blvd., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Katherine Funk; Larry Funk SIGNED: Katherine Funk 8/4/17 SIGNED: Larry Funk 8/4/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 4th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7922R TRRT 8/23 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 LYLE A. CORRIGAN, Deceased. Case No. 2017-P-320 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of LYLE A. CORRIGAN of Loves Park, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on July 25, 2017, to SHERRY L. HARLAN 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 February 2, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the 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/ Sherry L. Harlan SHERRY L. HARLAN, Independent Executor of the Estate of LYLE A. CORRIGAN, Deceased PREPARED BY: HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP Marcia L. Mueller, ARDC#3122098 100 Park Avenue P.O. Box 1389 Rockford, Illinois 61105 815-490-4900 Attorneys for Estate 7874R TRRT 8/16 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/ online business in said County and State under the name of Trudy and Pete at the following post office addresses: 2808 Custer Ave., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ashley Robinson SIGNED: Ashley Robinson 7/28/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 7895R TRRT 8/16 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 sole proprietorship for an online retailer business in said County and State under the name of Blu-Buy at the following post office addresses: 10810 Keokuk Trl., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tiffany Staman; Graham Staman SIGNED: Tiffany Staman 8/2/17 SIGNED: Graham Staman 8/2/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 2nd day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7920R TRRT 8/23

August 16, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JOHN E STUMPF, JR, DIANE E STUMPF, LVNV FUNDING, LLC, COMMERCIAL CREDIT LOANS, INC. D/B/A CITIFINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Defendant 2015CH 562 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 28, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 25, 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 243 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF CARLSON’S PARKVIEW SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PARK OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 22 OF PLATS ON PAGE 94 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE, IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 545 RIVER PARK DRIVE, Loves Park, IL 61111 Property Index No. 12-06-355001 1(50C-468). 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 258374. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 258374 Case Number: 2015 CH 562 TJSC#: 37-7249 I3058820 P7925R TRRT 8/30 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK; Plaintiff, vs. CARLOS GOMEZ; GLORIA GOMEZ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 298 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, September 21, 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: LOT 11 IN BLOCK 2 AS DESIGNATED UPON LEVI B. FULLER’S SUBDIVISION, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 12 OF PLATS ON PAGE 9, IN THE RECORDERS OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1231 Rose Avenue, Rockford, IL 61102. P.I.N. 11-27-156-022. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Mr. David

T. Cohen at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Cohen Jutla Dovitz Makowka, LLC, 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531. (708) 460-7711. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3058344 P7926R TRRT 8/30 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST SERIES, 2004-OP1, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES; Plaintiff, vs. HAL L. WILSON; LISA M. WILSON; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF HAL L. WILSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LISA M. WILSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 72 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, September 21, 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 SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 46 NORTH RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT FIVE (5) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HICKORY KNOLL BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SAID SECTION 35, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 31 OF PLATS ON PAGE 133 IN THE RECORDERS OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; THENCE NORTH 88°40’30” EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT FIVE (5) A DISTANCE OF 259.47 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE NORTH 00°12’30” WEST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT FIVE (5) A DISTANCE OF 150.00 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE PLAT OF REPLAT OF LOTS ONE (1), TWO (2), THREE (3), TEN (10), ELEVEN (11) AND TWELVE (12) OF SAID HICKORY KNOLL THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 35 OF PLATS ON PAGE 154 IN SAID RECORDER’S OFFICE; THENCE NORTH 88°40’30” EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID REPLAT A DISTANCE OF 231.00 FEET, THENCE NORTH 00°12’30” WEST ALONG AN EAST LINE OF SAID REPLAT A DISTANCE OF 9.78

FEET; THENCE NORTH 88°42’30” EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID REPLAT A DISTANCE OF 100.02 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00°24’15” EAST A DISTANCE OF 446.94 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89°30’30” WEST A DISTANCE OF 590.54 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00°29’30” WEST A DISTANCE OF 278.63 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER AND ACROSS THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PREMISES: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT FIVE (5) AS DESIGNATED UPON SAID PLAT OF HICKORY KNOLL; THENCE SOUTH 00°29’ 30” EAST, A DISTANCE OF 533.49 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88°40’30” WEST, PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID PLAT OF HICKORY KNOLL A DISTANCE OF 35.0 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00°29’30” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 533.49 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID PLAT OF HICKORY KNOLL; THENCE NORTH 88°40’30” EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID PLAT OF HICKORY KNOLL A DISTANCE OF 35.0 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 04-35-152-003. Commonly known as 11155 Bayberry Drive, Roscoe, IL 61073. 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 sales department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455. WA14-0321 I3058327 P7927R TRRT 8/30 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.CHRISTINA M. MENOR, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC, AS NOMINEE FOR OLD AMERICAN FINANCIAL SERVICES Defendant 16CH 897 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 28, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 29, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ONE (1) IN BLOCK TWO (2) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF NORTH PARK EAST SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE

THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 23 OF PLATS ON PAGE 61 AS DOCUMENT NO. 868538 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 77505 RANDY ROAD, Machesney Park, IL 61115 Property Index No. 08-31226-018. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $70,780.31. 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, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 102270. 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. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw. com Attorney File No. 102270 Case Number: 16 CH 897 TJSC#: 37-5971 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. I725249 P7928R TRRT 8/30 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE ALT-B SECURITIES, MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST SERIES 2006-AB4; Plaintiff, vs. KEITH A. BURGOS; JESSICA MARIA BURGOS; ROCK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT; Defendants, 16 CH 510 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, September 21, 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: Lot Four (4) in Block Two (2) as designated upon the Plat of Replat of Parts of Blocks 1, 2, 4 & 5 of Sunnyside Subdivision of part of the E. Half (1/2) of the N.E. Quarter (1/4) of Sec. 36 TP. 44 N., R. 1 E. of the 3rd P.M., the Replat of which is recorded in Book 13 of Plats on Page 36 in the recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; Situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as 2211 17th Avenue, Rockford, IL 61104. P.I.N. 11-36-276-003. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-027479 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3058345 P7929R TRRT 8/30 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 RUTH A. CROWDES, Deceased. No.: 2017 P 345 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death

of RUTH ANN CROWDES, who died on June 14, 2017. Letters of Office were issued on August 7, 2017, to LeeAnn Crowdes, who is the executor of the estate, 7676 Lloyd Dr., Cherry Valley, IL 61016. The attorney for the estate is Elizabeth Groncki-Boger, 124 N. Water St., Ste. 305, Rockford, IL 61107. Any claims against the estate may be filed on or before February 16, 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 of 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed on or before that date shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed with the estate representative or the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61101, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. DATED: August 11, 2017 LeeAnn Crowdes, Executor Elizabeth M. Groncki-Boger 6283004 124 N. Water St., Ste. 305 Rockford, Illinois 61107 (815)986-4870 Attorney for the Estate of Ruth Ann Crowdes, Deceased 7933R TRRT 8/30 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 February 16, 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 TERESA L. WALLING, EXECUTOR ANTHONY A. SAVAIANO #87 Attorney for Estate 535 Loves Park Drive Loves Park, IL 61111 815/654-3060 7943R TRRT 8/30 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, Plaintiff, VS. LINDA L.CLARK, et. al,

Defendants. CASE NO. 2016 CH 1000 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THE REQUISITE Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to Linda L. Clark, Defendant in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, against you praying for a foreclosure of a mortgage upon the following property: The East Half (1/2) of Lot Fourteen (14) as designated upon the Plat of Brown’s Park View Farms, Being a subdivision of part of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 6, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 20 of Plats on Page 112 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as: 922 E. Riverside Blvd. Loves Park, Illinois 61111. Property Code: 150D 598 P.I.N. Number: 12-06-401-030 And for other relief, that the action was filed on or about December 21, 2016 That Summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is still pending. The record titleholders of the real estate are Linda L. Clark and Steven C. Clark. An identification of the mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: Mortgagor –Linda L. Clark and Steven C. Clark Mortgagee – Northwest Bank of Rockford. Date of Mortgage – February 16, 2012. Date of Recording – March 20, 2012. County of Recording – Winnebago Recording Document –20121010329. NOW THEREFORE, unless you Linda L. Clark, the said Defendant, file your Answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, 400 W. State Street in the City of Rockford, State of Illinois on or before September 30, 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 10th day of August, 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 7935R TRRT 8/30 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 office supplies business in said County and State under the name of Midwest Office Products at the following post office addresses: 2905 Huntington Pkwy., Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jordan Bigger, 815-222-3156 SIGNED: Jordan Bigger 8/8/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7950R TRRT 8/30

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n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY HOLCOMB STATE BANK, Plaintiff, vs. JAMES T. DOUGLAS AKA JAMES DOUGLAS, PATRICIA A. DOUGLAS, STAFF ON SITE OF ILLINOIS, INC., An Illinois Corporation, CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT, LLC, a Wisconsin Limited Liability Company, and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Defendant(s). CASE NO. 2016 CH 649 PUBLIC NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that in pursuant of the Decree entered in said Court in the above-entitled cause on the 26th day of July, 2017, I, Gary Caruana, Sheriff of Winnebago County, or such other Deputy as may be sitting in my stead, will on September 12, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 a.m. in the lobby of the Winnebago County Justice Center, 650 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, sell at public venue to the highest and best bidder for cash the following described lands and premises situated in Winnebago County, Illinois in said Judgment mentioned or so much thereof as may be necessary to realize the amount due to satisfy said Judgment with the terms and conditions as set forth herein: The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: James E. Stevens BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, Illinois 61108 (815) 962-6611 A. The common address of said property is: 230 Arnold Avenue, Rockford, IL 61108 and legally described as: Part of Lot Two (2) as designated upon the Plat of State View Subdivision being part of the North Half (1/2) of Section 28, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 31 of plats on page 92 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, bounded and described as follows, to-wit: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said lot; thence West, at right angles from the East line of said lot, 200 feet to a point in the West line of said lot, distant 28 feet North of the Southwest corner of said lot; thence North, along said West line, 170 feet; thence East, at right angles from the previous course, 200 feet to the East line of said lot; thence South 170 feet to the point of beginning situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. PERMANENT INDEX NO.: (12-28-204-039) B. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: commercial building The terms of the sale are: to the highest and best bidder with cash or certified check in full at time of sale. Provided, however, Holcomb State Bank, has the right to submit a credit bid against the amount of its judgment. Property is conveyed in “AS IS” condition. Sale subject to Court approval; buyer will be entitled to possession of property 30 days after confirmation of sale by Court. Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes or special taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, but have not yet become due and payable,

and special assessment, if any, and easements and restrictions of record. The subject property is offered for sale without any presentation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Any personal property that may be located at/in the property is not included in this sale. Upon the sale being made and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a Receipt of Sale will be issued and/ or a certificate of sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon Court confirmation of said sale. The property will not be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $309,345.70. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file to verify this information. /s/ Gary Caruana Sheriff of Winnebago County BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP BY: JAMES E. STEVENS (3128256) 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61108 815-962-6611 jstevens@bslbv.com 7934R TRRT 8/30 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, Vs, BRIAN DIGIOVANNI a/k/a BRIAN J. DIGIOVANNI, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2015 CH 232 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 22ND day of July, 2016 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 14th day of September, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: Lot Eleven (11) in Block Seven (7) as designated upon the Plat of North Park Subdivision part of Section 36, Township 45, Range 1 and Section 31, Township 45, Range 2 recorded in Book 18 of Plats on page 45 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7832 Shore Drive Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 P.I.N. Number: 07-36-202-011 Property Code: 139 B 132 The property is commonly known as 7832 Shore Drive Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $73,772.42 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside

for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7936R TRRT 8/30 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, WADE TALLMADGE, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2015 CH 602 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 5th day of May, 2017 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 14th day of September, 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: The West Half (1/2) of Lot Six (6) in Block Thirteen (13) as designated upon the Plat of North Park East Fourth Subdivision, being a Subdivision of part of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 31, Township 45 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 18 of Plats on page 48 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in

the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as: 1010 Drexel Blvd. Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 P.I.N Number: 08-31-402-011 Property Code: 139d 114 The property is commonly known as 1010 Drexel Blvd. Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $69,462.90 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7937R TRRT 8/30 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, MARY C. BERNARD, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2016 CH 504 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 5th day of May, 2017 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 14th day of September, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102

sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: Lot Twelve (12) in Block Five (5) as designated upon the Plat of addition to Liberty Park, the Plat of which addition is recorded in Book 16 of Plats on Page 22 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as: 408 East Greenview Avenue Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 P.I.N Number: 08-30-358-012 Property Code: 138 C 535 The property is commonly known as 408 East Greenview Avenue Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $71,634.07 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300 7938R TRRT 8/30 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of: ROBERT C. WILLEY, Deceased. Case No. 2017-P-330

affirmed to) before me, this 10th Winnebago and State of day of August, A.D. 2017. Illinois. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK P.I.N. No. 11-15-380-029 5. A common address or de- Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7946R TRRT 8/30 scription of the location of the real n n n estate is as follows: 1128 Blaisdell ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE St., Rockford, Illinois OF INTENTION 6. An identification of the STATE OF ILLINOIS, Lien sought to be foreclosed is COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO as follows: This is to certify that the una. Name of Property Owners: dersigned intend to conduct and James C. Gridley b. Name of Lien Holder: City transact a Pet Grooming business in said County and State under the of Rockford c. Date of Lien: January name of LOL Pet Grooming at the following post office addresses: 5530 31, 2017 d. Date of Recording: February Elevator Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of 10, 2017 e. County Where Recorded: all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as Winnebago County, Illinois f. Recording Document Iden- follows: Peggy Long SIGNED: Peggy Long 8/10/17 tification: 20171004347 Subscribed and sworn (or NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, JAMES C. GRIDLEY, De- affirmed to) before me, this 10th fendant, file your answer to the day of August, A.D. 2017. Complaint for Foreclosure in this Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK cause or otherwise make your Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7947R TRRT 8/30 appearance therein, in the Circuit n n n Court of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION Illinois, in the Winnebago County STATE OF ILLINOIS, Courthouse, 400 West State Street, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO Rockford, IL on or before the 25th This is to certify that the unday of September, 2017, default may be entered against you and dersigned intend to conduct and each of you at any time after that transact a business consulting day and a Judgment for Foreclo- business in said County and State sure may be entered in accordance under the name of Wellbridge Soluwith the prayer of the Complaint for tions at the following post office addresses: 1643 N. Alpine Rd., Foreclosure. Circuit Clerk Ste. 104-201, Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of Matthew D. Flores – all persons owning, conducting or ARDC #6323902 transacting such business are as City of Rockford Department follows: Lyn Oman; Geoffrey Oman of Law SIGNED: Lyn Oman 8/10/17 425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 SIGNED: Geoffrey Oman 8/10/17 (779) 348-7154 Subscribed and sworn (or 7940R TRRT 8/30 affirmed to) before me, this 10th n n n day of August, A.D. 2017. ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK OF INTENTION Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY STATE OF ILLINOIS, 7948R TRRT 8/30 COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO n n n This is to certify that the un- ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE dersigned intend to conduct and OF INTENTION transact a Home Improvement STATE OF ILLINOIS, and remodeling/siding, gutters, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO windows, doors, bathroom and This is to certify that the unkitchen remodeling business in dersigned intend to conduct and said County and State under the transact a consulting business in name of Hendriex Exteriors and said County and State under the Remodeling at the following post name of Starting Block Consultoffice addresses: 210 Howard Ave., ing at the following post office Rockford, IL 61102; that the true addresses: 8711 Emerald Lane, and real full names of all persons Machesney Park, IL 61115; that owning, conducting or transacting the true and real full names of all such business are as follows: Beau persons owning, conducting or Hendriex, 815-914-0333 transacting such business are as SIGNED: Beau Hendriex 8/14/17 follows: Nickolus McDaniel Subscribed and sworn (or SIGNED: Nickolus McDaniel affirmed to) before me, this 14th 8/11/17 day of August, A.D. 2017. Subscribed and sworn (or Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK affirmed to) before me, this 11th Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY day of August, A.D. 2017. 7945R TRRT 8/30 Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK n n n Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE 7949R TRRT 8/30 OF INTENTION n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS, PUBLIC NOTICE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO To all persons claiming an inThis is to certify that the un- terest in: 1977 AMF CRESTLINER, dersigned intend to conduct and vin # CRL67519M77B with Mercury transact a Tree Service business 850 85HP motor; in said County and State under PETE CHEMELLO will apply the name of Morning Wood Tree for title on watercraft/outboard Service at the following post office motor. If you have any claim to addresses: 10524 Product Dr., the watercraft/outboard motor, Machesney Park, IL 61115; that contact PETE CHEMELLO at (815) the true and real full names of 633-2180. Upon thirty days after all persons owning, conducting the date of the last advertisement or transacting such business are if no claim of interest is made and as follows: Steven M. Eisman, Jr. the watercraft/outboard motor has SIGNED: Steven M. Eisman, Jr. not been reported stolen, clear title 8/10/17 shall be issued. Subscribed and sworn (or 7944R TRRT 8/23 n n n NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: that on September 18, 2017, at 8:00 a.m. a sale will be held at Hack’s Auction Center, 417 Main Street, Pecatonica, Illinois, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois against such articles for labor, services, skill or material expended upon and/or storage furnished for such articles at the request of the following designated persons, unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. Name of Person Description of Articles Amount of Lien Wayne Petrelli 20’ Sea Ray Boat, $1,999.99 Hull Number 190CC3031 Wayne Petrelli EZ Loader Boat Trailer #83723 $1,999.99 Attorney Janet D. Fuenty 7941R TRRT 8/16

CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of ROBERT C. WILLEY of 1265 North Crest Drive. Letters of Office were issued on August4, 2017 to JOANN WILLEY, 1265 North Crest Drive, Rockford, Illinois, whose attorney is Ronald Fiet, Ronald Fiet, P.C., 4320 Spring Creek Road, Rockford, Illinois, 61107. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before February 16, 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court at Winnebago County Courthouse, Probate Division, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. JOANN WILLEY, Executor 7939R TRRT 8/30 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. U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A FIRST STATE BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE OF TRUST NUMBER 79-1055, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A FIRST STATE BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, JAMES C. GRIDLEY, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. Case No. 2017-CH-294 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE BY PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, JAMES C. GRIDLEY, Defendants in the above-entitled cause that the above-entitled Demolition Lien Foreclosure action was filed on March 30, 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 James C. Gridley. 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: The North Half (1/2) of Lot Ten (10) as designated upon the County Clerk’s Plat of the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of Section Fifteen (15), Township Forty-four (44) North, Range One (1), East of the Third Principal Meridian, the South line of said premises being parallel with the North line of said lot, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 8 of Plats on Page 18 in the Recorder’s Office; situated in the County of

August 16, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-OPT1, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-OPT1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Margaret M. Daniele, as Administrator of The Estate of Francis E. J. Schier; Margaret M. Daniele; Frederick A. Whitney; Michael M. Mekemson; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Frank E. Schier; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 17 CH 00549 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Frederick A. Whitney Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Frank E. Schier Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 910 N. Court St Rockford, IL 61103 and which said Mortgage was made by: Frank E. Schier a/k/a Francis E. J. Schier executed the mortgage, however this individual is deceased and is not named as a defendant in this lawsuit the Mortgagor(s), to Option One Mortgage Corporation, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0443988; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in

the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Thomas A. Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court 400 West State Street, Room 108 Rockford, IL 61101 on or before September 8, 2017, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-17-07233 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector. I3057858 P7911R TRRT 8/23 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 T shirt & accessories sales store business in said County and State under the name of Woody’s T Shirts & Accessories at the following post office addresses: 3611 Packard Parkway, Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ryan Woods, 779-207-0130 SIGNED: Ryan Woods 8/7/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7919R TRRT 8/23 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MB FINANCIAL BANK, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO COLE TAYLOR BANK Plaintiff, -v.JANICE M. JOHNSON, et al Defendant

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, WADE TALLMADGE, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2015 CH 602 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 5th day of May, 2017 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 14th day of September, 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: 1010 Drexel Blvd. Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 P.I.N Number: 08-31-402-011 Property Code: 139d 114 The property is commonly known as 1010 Drexel Blvd. Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $69,462.90 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other

17 CH 0000369 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 26, 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: LOT FIFTEEN (15) IN BLOCK TWO (2) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF EAST END ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, BEING PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 5 OF PLATS ON PAGE 48 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 426 HOLLISTER AVENUE,ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-30-104015 (174B349). 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 14-17-04945. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

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 7937R TRRT 8/30 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, MARY C. BERNARD, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2016 CH 504 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 5th day of May, 2017 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 14th day of September, 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:

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. 14-17-04945 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 0000369 TJSC#: 37-7033 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. I3058042 P7910R TRRT 8/23 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. CLEARING II CONDOMINIUM OWNERS ASSOCIATION; DAVID BLAKE; MICHAEL BLAKE; CHERI FRANCISCO; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES R. BLAKE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; TIM MILLER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, JAMES R BLAKE, DEFENDANTS. 15 CH 706 10123 METALMARK LANE UNIT 3 ROSCOE, IL 61073 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Unknown Heirs and Legatees of James R. Blake 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: UNIT 136C OF CLEARWING CONDOMINIUMS AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF CERTAIN LOTS OR PARTS THEREOF IN CLEARWING SUBDIVISION PLAT NO. 4, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “B” TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED 1N THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS DOCUMENT NO. 0616110, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN SAID PARCEL (EXCEPTING FROM SAID PARCEL ALL THE PROPERTY AND SPACE COMPRISING ALL THE UNITS THEREOF AS DEFINED AND SET FORTH IN SAID DECLARATION AND SURVEY); SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 10123 Metalmark Lane Unit 3 Roscoe, IL 61073 and which said Mortgage was made by, James R Blake Mortgagor(s), to Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 20101025463; 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 September 8, 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

Commonly known as: 408 East Greenview Avenue Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 P.I.N Number: 08-30-358-012 Property Code: 138 C 535 The property is commonly known as 408 East Greenview Avenue Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $71,634.07 on behalf of Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered for sale without any representations as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Attorney Timothy F. Horning Meyer and Horning P.C.

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. 258449-72943 I3057878 P7908R TRRT 8/23 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Mobile Dog Grooming business in said County and State under the name of Pampered Paws by Penny at the following post office addresses: 817 Blackhawk Blvd., South Beloit, IL 61080; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Penny Retherford SIGNED: Penny Retherford 7/28/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of July, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7885R TRRT 8/16 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a photography business – creation & sales of photographic images; sales online, art/craft events, etc. business in said County and State under the name of Kathleen McWilliams Photography at the following post office addresses: 118 Shaw St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Kathleen McWilliams SIGNED: Kathleen McWilliams

Attorney for Plaintiff 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 815/636-9300

8/8/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7916R TRRT 8/23 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 media production and advertising company business in said County and State under the name of Orchardhammer at the following post office addresses: 1254 N. Greenview Ave., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Forrest A. Wilsey, 815-298-0293 SIGNED: Forrest A. Wilsey 8/8/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7917R TRRT 8/23 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 Interior Design business in said County and State under the name of Danielle Hall Designs at the following post office addresses: 140 N. Gardiner Ave., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Danielle Hall SIGNED: Danielle Hall 8/7/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7918R TRRT 8/23

7938R TRRT 8/30 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. CESAR MARTINEZ; SELENE MARTINEZ; STATE OF ILLINOIS; Defendants, 17 CH 108 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, September 7, 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 1917 Oregon Avenue, Rockford, IL 61108. P.I.N. 12-31-252-003. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-001555 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I726597 P7882R TRRT 8/16

The Rock River Times. August 16, 2017

n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in Winnebago County Case No. 2016 CH 975, the property hereinafter described or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder. 1. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 308 Coronado Blvd., Loves Park, Illinois 61111. 2. The time and place of sale will be August 31, 2017, at 11:00 A.M., Winnebago County Justice Center, Lobby, 650 West State Street, Rockford, County of Winnebago, Illinois, conducted by the Winnebago County Sheriff. 3. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: Single-family home consisting of approximately 1,500 square feet, containing 3 bedrooms and 1½ bathrooms. 4. The terms of the sale are: Ten Percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance is due within 24 hours of sale. The property offered for sale is subject to all real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality of the title and without recourse to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office and in “As Is” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. 5. Title will be conveyed subject to the following liens and interests: all general real estate taxes, special assessments, if any, easements and restrictions of record, and the interests, if any, of any tenant in possession. 6. The property will not be available for inspection. 7. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. 8. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). 9. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is: Yashekia T. Simpkins, HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP, 100 Park Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101, Tel (815) 490-4942. NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT,YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THE LAW FIRM OF HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 7898R TRRT 8/23 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN CHANCERY STATE BANK OF DAVIS, an Illinois banking corporation, Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM MYERS a/k/a WILLIAM E. MYERS; CEDAR CREEK II, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS; and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. No. 2016 CH 323 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment for Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above-entitled cause on MAY 24, 2017, the WINNEBAGO COUNTY SHERIFF will on SEPTEMBER 12, 2017, at the hour of 11:00 a.m. in the lobby of the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: The common address of said real estate is: 9506 Shore Drive, Machesney Park, IL 61115 Tax Code No. 07-25-176-006 Description of Premises: RESIDENTIAL Sale Terms: Twenty-five percent (25%) down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, and all easements, conditions and restrictions of record, 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. The subject property is being sold without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the Court. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility and expense of evicting any individuals presently in possession of the premises. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, 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. 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. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. If the property is a condominium, the purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessments and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). No refunds. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The judgment amount is $434,991.85. The real estate will NOT be available for inspection prior to the sale. For information: Greg Ryan, State Bank of Davis, 100 Route 75, Davis, IL 61019; Telephone 815-865-5125. FISHBURN WHITON THRUMAN Plaintiff’s Attorneys 8 East Stephenson Street P.O. Box 877 Freeport, IL 61032 (815) 235-2511 7904R TRRT 8/23 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- KEVIN J. TUTTLE, et al Defendant 16CH 00934 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 18, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7964 ROYAL OAKS ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 12-23-231-024. 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 14-16-13820. 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. 14-16-13820 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00934 TJSC#: 37-3681 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. I722221 P7913R TRRT 8/23 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MB FINANCIAL BANK, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO COLE TAYLOR BANK Plaintiff, -v.- JANICE M. JOHNSON, et al Defendant 17 CH 0000369 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 26, 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 426 HOLLISTER AVENUE,ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-30-104-015 (174B349). 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 14-17-04945. 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. 14-17-04945 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 0000369 TJSC#: 37-7033 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. I3058042 P7910R TRRT 8/23 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK; Plaintiff, vs. MANUEL RAMOS AKA MANUEL DE JESUS RAMOS-RAMIREZ AKA MANUEL RAMOS RAMIREZ AKA MANUEL J RAMIREZ R; MIRIAM RAMOS; RICK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 82 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, September 14, 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 3996 Biltmore Chase, Rockford, IL 61109. P.I.N. 16-07-280-026. The mortgaged real estate is: 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. For information call Mr. David T. Cohen at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Cohen Jutla Dovitz Makowka, LLC, 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531. (708) 460-7711. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3057583 P7905R TRRT 8/23 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- JOHN E STUMPF, JR, DIANE E STUMPF, LVNV FUNDING, LLC, COMMERCIAL CREDIT LOANS, INC. D/B/A CITIFINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Defendant 2015CH 562 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 28, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 25, 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 545 RIVER PARK DRIVE, Loves Park, IL 61111 Property Index No. 12-06-355-001 1(50C-468). 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 258374. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 258374 Case Number: 2015 CH 562 TJSC#: 37-7249 I3058820 P7925R TRRT 8/30 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. D. CRAIG MILLER AKA DENNIS CRAIG MILLER; Defendants, 17CH 313 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, September 14, 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 3297 Ramblewood Lane, Rockford, IL 61114. P.I.N.12-09-104-011. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-023767 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3057585 P7907R TRRT 8/23 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE ALT-B SECURITIES, MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST SERIES 2006-AB4; Plaintiff, vs. KEITH A. BURGOS; JESSICA MARIA BURGOS; ROCK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT; Defendants, 16 CH 510 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, September 21, 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 2211 17th Avenue, Rockford, IL 61104. P.I.N. 11-36-276-003. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-027479 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3058345 P7929R TRRT 8/30

August 16, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.- ALBERTO LARA, et al Defendant 15CH 01000 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 27, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on August 30, 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 4115 AMHERST LANE, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-05-128-004. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. 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 14-15-17361. 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. 14-15-17361 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 01000 TJSC#: 37-6820 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. I726890 P7880R TRRT 8/16 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK; Plaintiff, vs. CARLOS GOMEZ; GLORIA GOMEZ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 298 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, September 21, 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 1231 Rose Avenue, Rockford, IL 61102. P.I.N. 11-27-156-022. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Mr. David T. Cohen at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Cohen Jutla Dovitz Makowka, LLC, 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531. (708) 460-7711. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3058344 P7926R TRRT 8/30 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST SERIES, 2004-OP1, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES; Plaintiff, vs. HAL L. WILSON; LISA M. WILSON; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF HAL L. WILSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LISA M. WILSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 72 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, September 21, 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 11155 Bayberry Drive, Roscoe, IL 61073. 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 sales department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455. WA14-0321 I3058327 P7927R TRRT 8/30 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- CHRISTINA M. MENOR, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC, AS NOMINEE FOR OLD AMERICAN FINANCIAL SERVICES Defendant 16CH 897 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 28, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on September 29, 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 77505 RANDY ROAD, Machesney Park, IL 61115 Property Index No. 08-31-226-018. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $70,780.31. 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 yet become due and payable, and special assessment, if any, and purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser easements and restrictions of record. The subject property is offered to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.The property for sale without any presentation as to quality or quantity of title or will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation recourse to Plaintiff. Any personal property that may be located at/ as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished in the property is not included in this sale. to check the court file to verify all information. Upon the sale being made and the purchaser tendering said bid If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at in cash or certified funds, a Receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments certificate of sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS deed upon Court confirmation of said sale. 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is The property will not be open for inspection. part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the The judgment amount was $309,345.70. Prospective purchasers foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments are admonished to check the court file to verify this information. required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). /s/ Gary Caruana IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE Sheriff of Winnebago County RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG,BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. BY: JAMES E. STEVENS (3128256) You will need a photo identification issued by a government 6833 Stalter Drive agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into Rockford, IL 61108 our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the 815-962-6611 same identification for sales held at other county venues where The jstevens@bslbv.com 7934R TRRT 8/30 Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. n n n For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIREAL ESTATE NOTICE ATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 102270. JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, Vs, BRIAN DIGIOVANNI a/k/a BRIAN J. One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, DIGIOVANNI, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and Chicago, IL 60606-4650 UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2015 CH 232 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S FORECLOSURE SALE for a 7 day status report of pending sales. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Foreclosure heretofore entered by the said Court on the 22ND day 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 of July, 2016 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff Chicago, IL 60606 of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 14th day of September, (312) 263-0003 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102 sell at Attorney File No. 102270 public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, Case Number: 16 CH 897 the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment TJSC#: 37-5971 mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7832 Shore Drive attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 used for that purpose. P.I.N. Number: 07-36-202-011 I725249 Property Code: 139 B 132 P7928R TRRT 8/30 The property is commonly known as 7832 Shore Drive Machesney n n n Park, Illinois 61115 and is improved with a residential property. REAL ESTATE NOTICE J udgment was taken in the amount of $73,772.42 on behalf of STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY HOLCOMB STATE BANK, Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real Plaintiff, vs. JAMES T. DOUGLAS AKA JAMES DOUGLAS, PATRICIA estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered A. DOUGLAS, STAFF ON SITE OF ILLINOIS, INC., An Illinois Corpo- for sale without any representations as to quality or quantity of title ration, CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT, LLC, a Wisconsin Limited Liability and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale Company, and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Defendant(s). CASE NO. 2016 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 CH 649 return of the deposit paid. PUBLIC NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the Public Notice is hereby given that in pursuant of the Decree entered in said Court in the above-entitled cause on the 26th day of July, balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential 2017, I, Gary Caruana, Sheriff of Winnebago County, or such other Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of Deputy as may be sitting in my stead, will on September 12, 2017 at $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purthe hour of 11:00 a.m. in the lobby of the Winnebago County Justice chaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event Center, 650 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, sell at public venue shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid to the highest and best bidder for cash the following described lands by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its and premises situated in Winnebago County, Illinois in said Judgment credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other mentioned or so much thereof as may be necessary to realize the lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the amount due to satisfy said Judgment with the terms and conditions residential real estate arose prior to the sale. as set forth herein: Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the for information regarding the real estate is: real estate after confirmation of the sale. James E. Stevens Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA verify all information. 6833 Stalter Drive For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, Rockford, Illinois 61108 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section (815) 962-6611 A. The common address of said property is: 230 Arnold Avenue, 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. Rockford, IL 61108 and legally described as: IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE PERMANENT INDEX NO.: (12-28-204-039) B. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: com- RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION mercial building The terms of the sale are: to the highest and best bidder with 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. cash or certified check in full at time of sale. Provided, however, Attorney Timothy F. Horning Holcomb State Bank, has the right to submit a credit bid against the Meyer and Horning P.C. amount of its judgment. Property is conveyed in “AS IS” condition. Attorney for Plaintiff Sale subject to Court approval; buyer will be entitled to possession 3400 N. Rockton Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 of property 30 days after confirmation of sale by Court. Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes 815/636-9300 or special taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, but have not 7936R TRRT 8/30

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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. 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Mr. Green Car

The green future of transportation By Allen Penticoff

Columnist

t the upcoming Renewable Energy and Sustainable Lifestyles Fair being held at the Ogle County Fairgrounds Aug. 19-20, I will be having a presentation, actually more of an open forum, on what I see as the future of transportation. I have found those who attend the fair to be a bright and well-informed group of people, so I believe we’ll all learn from what we all collectively know and think. My allotted time is 11:45 a.m. this Sunday. In this week’s column, I’ll list a few of the potential topics. Less so to inform you on them as to stir your thinking should you be able to attend the program at the fair. Electrification of everything: The lithium-ion battery is the foundation of the near future. It has made battery powered electric vehicles practical. It will likely make solar and wind generated power practical as well. Demand for these robust – yet in many ways sensitive batteries may outstrip the ability to make them economically. Will Tesla’s GigaFactory set a new world standard? I can only guess that someone in the next fifty years will devise a battery that is cheaper and cleaner to make than the lithium-ion battery – these things always seem to come out of nowhere to change everything. The lithium-ion battery is already that game-changer. Solar power generation: The world is waking up to all the benefits of solar power. All the power we need to do pretty much everything hits the planet from the sun in great overabundance. Will utilities take over or will our power be more distributed. Distributed power from our rooftops, backyards and driveways makes much more sense and is far more secure than centralized corporatized power. Will you be able to sell power to your neighbors? Back to sailboats: A form of solar power is wind. Wind has long driven

Lilium Aviation, a Munich, Germany-based firm, successfully tested an all-electric, two-seater, vertical take-off and landing prototype earlier in 2017. The car cum plane has an aerial range of up to 183 miles, the company says. ships around the world. Will the shipping industry return to wind power to propel ships? Automation and computerization could keep crews at a minimum to handle giant kites that can propel, or increase the efficiency of ships. Electric boats are still a bit uncommon today, but if you are so inclined you can go right out and buy one. Will we see more of them rather than the current lot of boats that are polluting for pleasure. Electric airplanes: Believe it or not, there are pure EV airplanes. While most so far are small, one builder is planning on making mass numbers of two-seat trainers that will enable local airports to afford flight training. By eliminating the expensive fuel airplanes use and having very little maintenance, these low cost, short-range trainers will hopefully get young people interested in flying. Plans

for charging stations at airports would extend the range of electric airplanes. There is an extreme shortage of pilots for airline needs and low-cost training may help solve that problem… but will highspeed electric trains replace continental airline flights? Automation of everything: An obvious topic for discussion will be the impending full automation of ground transportation. Humans are terrible drivers – they cause 96 percent of the accidents. Central computers monitoring traffic and vehicle to vehicle communications can pretty much eliminate those accidents. Body shops will go out of business. Will we even own cars ourselves in the future? Trucks will become automated, for like the airlines, there is a shortage of drivers. Business is finding automation appealing; people = problems; machines, not so

much. They can work 24/7/365 without complaining. Likewise, agriculture is making steady progress in areas of automation as the pool of cheap undocumented laborers has dried up and regular folks are not much interested in hoeing lettuce and picking strawberries. Our Midwestern fields will be tended by robot machines, leaving the “farmers” to do something more productive with their time. As I said in the beginning, this is a primer for your brain pump to think about. If you have any particular expertise in technology that you believe will be affecting our transportation future – please attend this forum and share with us what you know. R. The Illinois Renewable Energy and Sustainable Lifestyle Fair is at the Ogle County Fairgrounds in Oregon, this weekend, Aug. 19-20.

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FARM & AG

More on cover crop options BY GRANT MCCARTY CONTRIBUTOR

While both rye and winter wheat were suggested as two good cover crops for planting this fall, there are other ones that can still be e�ective. To understand your options, I need to discuss the two categories of cover crops commonly used. Leguminous and non-leguminous cover crops are the major options. Leguminous cover crops are those that will sequester nitrogen from the atmosphere into the soil. Depending on the cover crop and acreage, you are able to estimate how many pounds of nitrogen can be sequestered per acre. This is an important tool especially for those growers or homeowners interested in reducing purchase of fertilizer next season. Typically, the most common leguminous cover crops are within the clover family. Depending on the year, many of these will overwinter and put on good growth into spring. The non-leguminous cover crops are those that do not sequester nitrogen. Wheat and rye fall into this category. While they do not have an active role in nitrogen cycling, some many have long roots that actually bring up nutrients closer to the soil surface for next year’s crops. Not all non-leguminous crops will scavenge for nutrients.

One of the increasingly popular non-leguminous cover crops is tillage radish. As mentioned last week, this cover crop looks like a normal radish that puts on a long tap root to break up colloidal structure and address compaction. What I like about tillage radish is that it will winter kill and break down over winter. You can sometimes graze livestock on tillage radish too. Another non-leguminous member is the brassica family (broccoli, arugula, and others) which is usually grown to address soilborne diseases. The brassicas are grown in the fall, may put on growth in the spring, and then will be macerated and tilled under in the spring. Through this maceration, a chemical compound is released in the debris that may help with soilborne disease management. While exit strategies are crucial, know too that some cover crops will be drilled or scattered by hand. Radish, clovers, and brassicas may work well with a hand scattering whereas you may need to drill your rye and wheat seeds. Next week, I’ll continue the cover crop discussion. 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.

Livestock producers seek more foot and mouth disease money BY GREG BISHOP

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Illinois livestock producers are urging U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to fund a vaccine bank that could help combat the impacts of any possible foot and mouth disease outbreak. Illinois Pork Producers Association President Jason Propst told Perdue earlier this week in Rochester that if a ﬁve-year, $150 million vaccine bank for a possible foot and mouth outbreak isn’t available and an outbreak happens, a quarter of the U.S. hog industry would take a hit. “Which in turn takes away all of our largest users of corn and soybeans in the U.S.,” Propst said. “So we feel it’s very important that we have that foot and mouth bank to be able to save our livestock industry and in turn be able to drive our corn and soybean industry in the U.S.” Joni Bucher with the Illinois Beef Association said cattle farmers are also concerned “because it’s not a question of if, it’s when.” “This will happen,” Bucher said, “and it will a�ect us dramatically, all of us, anyone who eats.” The money would be used for an emergency foot and mouth disease (FMD) vaccine bank to allow for quick production of the latest vaccines if an outbreak were to occur. A letter the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association sent to o�cials in Washington

D.C. also urged that the vaccine bank be created, saying the investment in the FMD vaccine bank is better than trying to contain an outbreak after the fact. “An outbreak of FMD would immediately close all export markets. The cumulative impact of an outbreak on the beef and pork sectors over a 10-year period would be more than $128 billion,” the letter said. “The annual jobs impact of such a reduction in industry revenue is more than 58,000 in direct employment and nearly 154,000 in total employment.” Perdue said he hears their concerns and will do everything possible to work with Congress to ﬁnd the money. “Just don’t get hung up on $150 million,” Perdue said. “I’m going to try to ﬁnd the money, but you know we can do it with less and $25 million a year, or something like that. I told you we’re going to do more with less.” The Illinois Department of Agriculture says the disease is one of the most di�cult animal infections to control. And while the USDA says North America is free of the disease, there’s always a chance of accidental introduction into the U.S., especially after a recent outbreak in the United Kingdom that spread to continental Europe. It’s unclear when the next farm bill will be approved. Perdue said he hopes there’s no delay and that the 2018 farm bill will be in place for 2018. The last farm bill was approved in 2014.

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Back-to-school

Crossword

Using smart tech to eliminate some athome school stress

any parents have worries around the back-to-school season, especially if kids will be alone for a portion of the afternoon or in the morning before catching the bus. What if you could keep a better eye on things when you’re not physically there? Here are some ways to use smart home technology to simplify daily routines and minimize stress knowing the kids are safe.

Start with a Hub

A hub is like the brain of your home tech and connects to your router, allowing devices like locks, thermostats and lighting to communicate with one another. The hub can even send notifications to your mobile phone, so you can monitor and control your home remotely. With hubs such as SmartThings, Wink or Nexia, setting up your devices and customizations is simple. However, you may prefer a hub disguised as security panels, such as ADT Pulse or Vivint, or those that work with popular voice speakers, such as Amazon Echo and Google Home.

Customize

Scenes are an easy way to sync smart devices to perform a series of actions that make life more convenient. For example, you can wake your kids with a “good morning” scene that turns lights on and plays music via an Echo or Google Home. Worried about energy bills? Keep kids from cranking the air after school with a smart thermostat, which lets you control the temperature throughout the day. After homework and chores are complete, a voice control assistant will keep kids entertained with music, and a movie scene can lower lights and

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turn on speakers. Finish the day with a “good night scene,” that shuts off lights, lowers the temperature, locks the doors and arms the security system.

Think safety

Your smart home can keep a watchful eye on kids. Smart door locks like Schlage or Kwikset eliminate the need for kids to keep track of housekeys, and let you know if they forget to lock the door when they leave. When they get home, you’ll receive a notification letting you know they’ve arrived safely. Security-focused solutions like the Piper NV camera and hub, or Abode’s DIY security solution alert you when someone enters and exits, and even provide video clips to your phone. Smart sensors, such as those from Aeotec, can notify you whenever a window, door or even a cabinet drawer is opened. During emergencies, kids can press Fibaro’s Button device to activate an emergency scene that signals an alarm and sends a notification to your phone indicating they need help.

Future-proof your tech

Smart home tech doesn’t have to be expensive; you can start small with a hub and a few devices and add more as your needs change. Just be sure all your devices can talk to one another now and in the future. With Z-Wave technology for example, devices from different manufacturers can communicate, no matter where you bought them, so consider looking for the Z-Wave logo when shopping for smart home technology. For smart home ideas and customer support, visit z-wave.com. Alleviate back-to-school stress with new tools that help you keep kids safe and streamline your day. –StatePoint

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Rivets

One-and-done for Rockford playoff bid By Mark Schaer

For The Rock River Times

t was a tough loss for Rockford to take, but Rivets Manager Brian Smith should be proud that he led the 2017 Rockford Rivets to the Northwoods League playoffs. In only the team’s second season, Smith and company made a huge second half push to end the season with a 39-33 record and face the Battle Creek Bombers in the first round of the South Divisional playoffs. Rockford fell by a final score of 2-0 in Battle Creek on Monday. Rockford’s first playoff game was one to remember. Through the first six innings of the game, neither team mustered much of anything on offense. Chase Kueter (Dubuque), who was making just his fifth appearance of the year for Rockford, was outstanding. He stat line through those first six innings included one hit, no walks, and five strikeouts. He finally ran into trouble in the seventh inning, giving up back-toback hits to lead off the inning before a sacrifice grounder scored the Bombers’ first run. His day ended after the seventh inning, when he gave up another hit to start the eighth. The only earned run he gave up was in that seventh inning. Major improvements: It’s not easy to build a baseball team, especially when there is as much turnover as the Rockford Rivets experienced this season. Since the start of the season, there were 29 players who came to the team and left before the season was over. This was due to a combination of injuries, temporary contracts, or personal issues. The ending roster was made up of 30 players. Still, Brian Smith did an excellent job picking up new players to replace those who had left. Rockford’s record of 39-33 to end the

<<< From Back Cover sy,” Pace left matters quite open too. “Mike is our starter and we’re rolling that way, but, hey, having competition (at) all positions is important,” he told WGN. Translated: Glennon is our starter. But if Trubisky continues rolling and outplays him, then he’s the guy. Even these notoriously stubborn Bears are beginning to relent on holding back their long-term face of the franchise, provided Trubisky earns it. The events of camp simply opened a window for Glennon’s short-lived time and “leadership” as Bears quarterback that he likely won’t be able to close fast enough.

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regular season was 12 games better than last season, when the Rivets finished 33-39. Playoff drought: Although this year was the first time the Rivets made the postseason since joining the league, they did not host a playoff game due to being the lower seed. In fact, there has not been a playoff game in Rockford since 2007, when the Riverhawks played their games at Road Ranger Stadium in the Frontier League (which is now home to Rivets Stadium).

Beating up the little guys: Rockford did have an excellent second half, but many of their wins this year were against the same three teams: Green Bay (23-49), Wisconsin (26-46), and Fond du Lac (38-34). The Rivets were a combined 20-3 against these three clubs, and only 19-30 against the rest of the Northwoods League teams. Green Bay and Wisconsin both finished the season at the bottom of the standings in the Northwoods League, and although Fond du Lac finished with a 38-34 record, they were just 16-20 in the

first half of the season. Next season: The entire Rivets organization would like to extend a thank you to all its fans and supporters in Rockford. This has been an incredible season from start to finish, and was made even more special that the team was able to make its first playoff appearance. Next season should be just as fun. There will be a five-game pack offered for $75, which includes tickets to five select games and a special apparel piece. Call 815-240-4159 to get yours today. R.

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ND, UW series long time in making By Shannon Ryan Tribune News Service

In 2009, Wisconsin athletic director Barry Alvarez had a speaking engagement at Notre Dame. While on campus, he also scheduled to meet with Irish AD Jack Swarbrick, who was in his second year in the position. Alvarez introduced the idea of Notre Dame and Wisconsin playing in football. After years of figuring out logistics, the games are on the books. The schools officially announced the two-game series Monday afternoon in Chicago, with games scheduled for Oct. 3, 2020, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay and Sept. 25, 2021, at Soldier Field. It will be the first time the teams have met since a three-game series in 1962-64. “These things are always a Rubik’s Cube when trying to put it together,” Swarbrick said. “We had to stick with it in so many

is a bad thing, it was a quiet Bears camp in terms of inner-team skirmishes. Maybe a looser practice schedule and generally mild weather contributed, but tensions never arose high enough on a for frustrations to boil over. That is until Kyle Long had an interesting episode on Monday’s move-out day from Bourbonnais. The 28-yearold guard, who is still easing his way back into action from off-season ankle surgery, was involved in two fights with teammates, most notably with college friend and teammate at Oregon, Hroniss Grasu. The veteran Long was sent off from practice and Fox maintained the Bears will “handle it internally.” It begs the question as to what could be wrong with one of the Bears’ most recognizable players. After all, Long is

regards. “When we’re trying to make scheduling decisions, we have three goals. The first is the experience for our students to play football. The second is the competitive ramifications for the game. The third is how does it advance the university. What are the connections? I don’t know that we could have scheduled a game against an opponent at these venues that could have hit these marks more effectively than this two-game series.” Ticketing and revenue will be split evenly, and the athletic directors expect a balanced crowd that should add to the excitement of the high-profile games. Both games are designated as part of Notre Dame’s Shamrock Series of neutralsite games. NBC will air the 2020 game at Lambeau Field, and the Big Ten controls television rights to the 2021 game at Soldier Field. There are strong ties between the

an integral part of Chicago’s interior offensive line and an understated leader. No one’s sure what happened or what was said on Monday, but it’s strange to have a player of Long’s standing burst out like that. Could Long be frustrated in injury recovery? Potentially. On several occasions throughout camp, he had said he was “chomping at the bit” to practice full-go while the Bears held him in line. The goal is obviously Week 1 of the regular season, but Long is a competitor so not going to battle with teammates day in and day out could be eating away at him. There’s also the matter of underlying discomfort for the Virginia native following a violent white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia this past weekend – right in the Long family’s

programs. Alvarez served as a Notre Dame assistant coach under Lou Holtz from 1987 to ‘89 before Wisconsin hired him as head coach. The last time the teams played in 1964 was the Notre Dame debut of coach Ara Parseghian, who recently died. The series should bolster both teams’ schedules and potential College Football Playoff hopes. “If you take a look at the criteria, quality wins and strength of schedule (matter),” said Alvarez, who previously served on the CFP selection committee. “You see in the past where people are … ranked because of their nonconference schedule. You can’t do anything about your conference schedule, but you can do something about your nonconference schedule. It definitely will affect your rankings.” Wisconsin has played three games at Soldier Field, most recently in 2011 against Northern Illinois.

backyard. Long felt the need to speak out about the horrific events on Monday and he was clearly shaken. “Regardless of where it happened, injustice against humanity is injustice against everyone,” said Long. Perhaps a mix of tensions near home and a stretched injury recovery has gotten to Long. He’s a human being with real emotions, not only a football player, so it’s understandable. The Bears need him right and if he needs any kind of assistance, now would be the time to lift him up. Linebacker Jerrell Freeman said it best of Long, creating a sense of family. “I have a brother, things happen.” R. Robert is your guy for all things Bears this season. Find him on Twitter @ RobertZeglinski.

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Wrapping the final days of Bourbonnais By Robert Zeglinski

Contributor

OURBONNAIS — Crisp hope for the future is now ringing through, but the Bears’ time at Olivet Nazarene University this year has come to an end. The team has three remaining preseason games but the foundation has been laid down. Here are some final thoughts from a wild three weeks in Bourbonnais.

It’s Glennon’s year, until it isn’t

The expected top story of camp – the Bears’ quarterback battle between Mike Glennon and Mitch Trubisky – was one that played out with more drama than originally predicted. Glennon was to be the starter this year. In fact, as he enthusiastically espoused during spring organized team activities, it was “his year.” General manager Ryan Pace emphatically maintained in the opening press conference of camp, “Mike Glennon is our starter.” The plan to have

Glennon start this year and Trubisky redshirt or not appear until the end, seemed wise a little under a month ago. Now, as Trubisky’s gained ground on the veteran Glennon, Pace’s words instead compare to former Bears head coach Lovie Smith saying “Rex (Grossman) is our quarterback.” A bad omen for the latter and a sign that the future in Trubisky could much farther along than anyone would believe. That’s because outside of “leadership” which every person associated with the Bears praised Glennon for throughout camp, he didn’t do enough to separate himself from a rookie with 13 college starts. “Leadership” was the only aspect of Glennon’s game the Bears could point to in offering praise of the current starter until he lit it up. To be fair, much like Trubisky, Glennon is also new to this offense in Chicago. He only has 18 career starts in the NFL and has a lot to learn as the sheriff under center. Therein lies the problem for the

27-year-old as it has in his previous pro stop with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and even in college at NC State: if he’s proven not to be demonstratively better than the future, than what’s the point in giving him an opportunity? Why delay the inevitable from Trubisky if he’s already better than Glennon (he is) who’s only supposed to keep the seat warm? Glennon’s poor Bears preseason debut against the Denver Broncos where he went 2-8 for 20 yards, along with an interception that was returned for a touchdown and a 0.0 passer rating, couldn’t have gone any worse. For context, if you throw one incomplete pass and do nothing else as a quarterback, you end up with a 39.6 rating. Glennon’s play wasn’t necessarily as bad that would indicate. It just didn’t help him that the hotshot Trubisky stole the show - albeit against third stringers - in leading three long scoring drives with a sparkling 107.3 passer rating and show-

casing athleticism that made the Bears invest in him. In one half, Trubisky took a more firm hold of the reins of this Bears team as his team more than Glennon could dream of. Glennon has to earn his role as Chicago’s franchise leader just as much as Trubisky and now that the cloud of doubt has been cast over with the more talented player ascending rapidly, it might be too late. The Bears would never directly allude to changing their development plan for Trubisky. Yet if they were attempting to protect Glennon’s sensibilities, the top men in charge have done anything but. When asked if Trubisky would be the second quarterback for the Bears’ preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals, all head John Fox did was smile and vaguely add, “We’ll keep you posted.” When asked about how he felt about Trubisky’s stellar debut and his thoughts on an ongoing quarterback “controverContinued on Page 39 >>>