The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017 by Shane Nicholson

August 23, 2017

RockRiverTimes.com

Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solar eclipse breaks through the cloud cover in Rockford just minutes before totality. Photo, Jon McGinty

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

IN BRIEF

Grant allows Market shoppers to buy more produce

Aldermen condemn hate groups CITY COUNCIL Page 4 Vol. 24. No. 45. RockRiverTimes.com News

Headlines...........................................................2-14 Commentary........................................................14 Auto, Home & Garden..................................36-38 Sports..............................................................39-40 Death Notices......................................................24

Arts & Entertainment

A&E News.........................................................15-19 RACVB What’s Happening..................................17 A&E Calendars................................................20-21 Crosswords/Sudoku...................................23 & 38 Horoscopes..........................................................24

Classiﬁeds & Legals

Classifieds......................................................34-35 Government Notices..........................................25 Public Notices................................................25-30 Real Estate Notices.......................................30-33 ABOUT US The Rock River Times has a circulation of 18,500 free newspapers in the Rockford metropolitan area by Third Class mail and through more than 1,500 commercial outlets. The weekly newspaper is distributed every Wednesday. First-class delivery is $75 for 26 weeks or $140 for 52 weeks; home delivery is $45 for 26 weeks or $85 for 52 weeks. CONTACT US Mail: The Rock River Times, 128 N. Church St., Rockford, IL 61101 | Phone: 815-964-9767 | Fax: 815-964-9825 | E-mail: contact@rockrivertimes. com | Online: rockrivertimes.com | Office hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. COPYRIGHT NOTICE All material herein is the sole property of The Rock River Times. No reprint, reproduction or other use of any of the materials contained herein is permitted without the consent of the publisher or his duly appointed representative. The Rock River Times is a proud member/ affiliate of:

PUBLISHER & LEGALS EDITOR Josh Johnson MANAGING EDITOR Shane Nicholson SALES MANAGER Donna George ACCOUNTING MANAGER Sally Mark ILLUSTRATOR Derek Droessler EDITOR IN MEMORIAM Frank Schier

Is anybody home at HUD? PROPUBLICA REPORTS Pages 9-13

Thanks to a grant from LinkUp Illinois, the Rockford City Market is able to not only accept SNAP benefits at the market but also match SNAP purchases up to $15 with coupons for free fresh produce. Area farmers are hitting their peak season for produce and you can find great items like tomatoes, corn, garlic, peaches, squash, and so much more at both the Rockford City Market and North End City Market. This week at Friday’s City Market, Lone Canary and The Shufflers will be the musical guests. Severson Dells will be doing a free, fun activity teaching about animal tracking. While Easterseals will be offering free activities including button making, coloring sheets, and more as they teach about their organization and their work. The Usual Suspects will be promoting their upcoming performance schedule, including their show, Six Degrees of Separation, at the Nordlof Center select dates from Septt. 22-Oct. 14. And guests can meet the staff from the Mercyhealth surgical department. Visitors will learn about the surgeries they perform and view several instruments, implants and pieces of equipment used in the operating room every day. Kids will have fun playing the game of Operation and dressing up in hats, gowns and surgical gloves. The City Market is open 3:30-8:30 p.m. this week. For more information visit rockfordcitymarket.com.

RAAC 30th anniversary launched with new fun run

MRO funding problems become clearer AIRPORT Page 7

Chicago’s quiet defensive leader BEARS REPORT Back Cover

The Rockford Area Arts Council (RAAC) will kick off its 30th anniversary with the On Your Mark 5K Fun Run, Saturday, Sept. 9. RAAC says the fun run will be the opening event in its year-long celebration, marking three decades of preserving and promoting the arts in Rockford. Throughout the year, RAAC will highlight artists and arts organizations; re-establish the regional arts awards; and increase opportunities for residents to participate with and appreciate the arts. The On Your Mark 5K starts at 8 a.m. outside the home of RAAC board president Doug Mark, 1526 Harlem Blvd. The course will run a loop of the Whitman and Auburn Street bridges before returning to the 1500 block of Harlem for its conclusion. Prizes will be awarded to adults and youths for fastest time; most creative runner; best costume; and most artistic crossing of the ﬁnish line. Registration is $10 per runner or $30 per family. All proceeds beneﬁt RAAC programs. For more information call 815-963-6765 or visit artsforeveryone.com. –Sta� reports

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

LOW COST PET VACCINES

Friday, Sept 8 10am–3pm

Keep your pets healthy with Spay Illinois’ affordable and convenient vaccine clinic. We offer packages of core vaccinations for cats and dogs, like our 1-Year Dog Well Pack including vaccinations against Rabies, Bordetella, Canine Distemper, and a Heartworm test for $69. We also offer our 1–Year Cat Well Pack for $30 total. Pet microchips can be administered for only $25. Low-cost heartworm, flea, and tick prevention for sale, as well. We have even greater discounts for pet owners receiving LINK (Food Stamp) or SSDI benefits.

Northwest Community Center 1325 N Johnston Ave Rockford, IL 630-961-8000 info@spayillinois.org

Schedule your appointment today!

Celebrating 7 Years in Business Discount Med Direct of IL

Opening September 5, 2017 It is our Business to Save You Money on Your Prescriptions - Call for a Price Quote - 30–80% Off Retail Pharmacy Price - Over 14,000 Medications Available - Brand and Generic Available - Prescriptions Required

A+ LOOKS FOR SCHOOL $

Discount Med Direct of IL jeannie@discountmeddirect.com www.discountmeddirect.com East Wind Business Complex 129 S Phelps Ave. Suite 213 Rockford, IL 61108

Phone: 779-203-9993 Fax: 779-423-2144 <font color="red">Either create a 3rd coupon <b>or</b> place the mobile app icon in it's place.

2 Off 3 Off

COUPONS VALID ONLY AT THIS LOCATION:

Kids Cuts

Adult Cuts

Supercuts - Rockford

SAVE TIME.

Forest Plaza, 6359 E State Street Rockford,IL 61108 815–226–3700

CHECK IN ONLINE.

supercuts.com

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

City Council

Aldermen condemn hate groups By Jim Hagerty Contributor

CITY HALL — Joining federal, state and local agencies across the country, the Rockford City Council on Monday approved a resolution condemning hate groups and white supremacy. The resolution comes on the heels of a violent-filled weekend in Charlottesville, Virginia, where chaos broke out at a Unite the Right rally as members of the Ku Klux Klan, neo-Nazi groups and other white nationalists clashed with anti-protesters. A 32-year-old woman named Heather Heyer was killed and more than a dozen others injured after an alleged white supremacy supporter drove a car into a crowd. “As we look across the country and then we look back here in Rockford I want to unequivocally say there is no place in the city of Rockford for hate,” Mayor Tom McNamara said. Alderman Jonathan Logemann, D-4, read the resolution before the council

unanimously approved it. “The House of Representatives of the One Hundredth General Assembly of the State of Illinois has passed House Resolution HRO569, repudiating and condemning white supremacists, neo-Nazis, the Ku Klux Klan, and any other group that espouses hate and seeks to undermine the very ideals of who we are as Americans,” Logemann read. “[The] City Council condemns those individuals and groups that seek to spread hate and division while attacking the foundational values of our City, State, and nation.” White nationalists organized the rally, which began Friday, Aug. 11, to protest the removal of the Robert E. Lee statue from a Charlottesville park. Several civic organizations and faith-based groups resisted the protest as white nationalists waved lit tiki torches, anti-Semitic signs, swastikas and rifles. White nationalists were met with heavier resistance when members of Black Lives

Matter, Workers World Party, and Antifa, among others, joined the demonstration. Two Virginia State Police officers on their way to assist law enforcement in Charlottesville last Saturday were killed when the helicopter they were in crashed seven miles from the city. The crash is under investigation. McNamara localized Charlottesville aftermath even further, telling the council that efforts to tend to city business would be moot without tackling social issues sparked by discrimination and hate. “One person stated to me you should just focus on the budget and not worry about race politics,” the mayor said Monday. “Some of those things really bug, me because if we don’t unify our community, the budget’s going to be the least of our concerns.” The mayor Friday also signed the Mayors’ Compact to Combat Hate, Extremism and Bigotry, a joint effort between the AntiDefamation League and the United States Conference of Mayors.

“As Americans, we value our First Amendments rights,” said McNamara. “However, we know the challenges that come with those rights, especially when those rights are used to encourage hatred, violence and division.” • In other city business, aldermen approved a residential loan program to help residents improve their properties. Qualifying homeowners will receive up to $1,500 to remove dead and diseased trees, funds that will be repaid over time via city water bills. Aldermen also recognized a new law that requires Illinois police academies to train new police offers how to recognize depression and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The law honors longtime Rockford Police official who took his own life in 2015. The legislation was passed by Illinois Rep. John Cabello with the help of the Greg Lindmark Foundation. The Rockford City Council meets on the first and third Monday of every month. R.

Local business

Michigan pizzeria eyes Rockford in expansion By Jim Hagerty Contributor

ROCKFORD — Rockford’s steadily expanding business climate has caught the attention of a popular Michigan pizza chain. Cottage Inn Pizza has a 65-year history, and has included Rockford as a top priority for its five-location Midwest expansion officials say will be solidified by the end of the year. “Our pizza is a mainstay of both college students and families in Michigan, and now we’re ready to bring our brand over the border to pizza lovers in Rockford,” said Cottage Inn Vice President Debbie Masse said. Masse has not decided on a location but said the city’s efforts to rebuild and attract more college students and young professionals makes Rockford a prime location for expansion. “When people think of Cottage Inn, they think of being back in college, having a special treat with their parents as a child or celebrating a win with their sports team,” Masse said. And while it is headquarted outside of Rockford, Masse said each of the company’s more than 50 stores in Michigan, Ohio, North Carolina and Qingdao, China, are active local merchants, partnering with local charities as part of Cottage Inn’s local

giveback program. The franchise program is stringent with owners paying between $200,000 and $350,000 for a store. “Rockford continues to show signs that we are moving in the right direction,”

Third Ward Alderman Chad Tuneberg said. “Here is another company from the outside looking at establishing a presence here. I’ll take businesses like this right along with the Mercyhealth deal.” Tuneberg said when companies like

Cottage Inn choose cities like Rockford, it eases the burden placed on residential property owners to provide a viable tax base. “We can’t tax our way out of things,” Tuneberg said. “We have to grow our way out. And here we could have a franchisee willing to put his money where (their) mouth is and invest here to make Rockford a better place.” Known for its proprietary crust, Cottage Inn is primarily a takeout restaurant with 33 styles of pizza, salad, wings and sub sandwiches. Some locations offer inside dining and all-you-can eat pizza buffets. The restaurant also offers a gluten-free menu, catering service and Build Your Own Pizza selections. “We’re already Michigan’s favorite gourmet pizza restaurant, and now we’re looking forward to making our brand the go-to option for customers in Rockford and beyond,” Masse added. Cottage Inn restaurant was founded in 1948 as a coffee shop in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In 1959, it became the first restaurant in the city to serve pizza. Still run by the same family, the flagship location is still open and remains a mainstay among students at the University of Michigan. The company rolled out its franchisee model in 2014. R.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

WHAT’S LOCAL

Social justice, poetry and a national competition BY JIM HAGERTY CONTRIBUTOR

ROCKFORD — To say Dylan Garcia is a fixture at the Nordlof Centre is an understatement. Garcia has won the Rockford Certified Open Mic & Poetry Slam at the downtown venue more times than he can count. And while the number of slam victories isn’t what is important, the latest will send him to the Individual World Poetry Slam (iWPS) in Spokane, Washington, this fall. Garcia is the first-ever poet to represent Rockford at the event. He represented Chicago in 2013. So, it’s clear that Garcia can string together powerful words and is even more skilled at delivering them to an audience. But there’s more to the 28-year-old and from where the words originate. “I started in 2011,” Garcia said. “I was writing to deal with pain, whether it was being heartbroken or depressed.” There’s still plenty of heartbreak and pain to write about, but Garcia has grown since his days at Knox College. A changing Rockford social climate has seen a resurgence of issues he says have been increasingly ignored by now important to a new generation of leaders. “Over the years my writing has changed into a vehicle to have conversations about social issues,” he added. And some of the topics, he says, aren’t always welcome in conversation. Classism, discrimination and the all-too-familiar to Rockford issue of institutional racism are still sore spots for many. And while o�cials are working toward unity, things like the People Who Care lawsuit, fear of police are still strong indicators that city still lacks a sense of community. For Garcia, who’s half Mexican, he has a

unique vantage point. “I have written a lot about racism from the perspective of someone who looks white,” Garcia said. “And these are hard conversations to start, so I use my poems to start them, and to connect to a wider audience.” One of those poems, “What My White Mother Meant To Say,” broaches the issue. The piece was inspired by a prickly conversation about race during a holiday meal. “I can’t be racist. I married a brown man,” the piece reads. “I divorced a brown man, but I have black friends... I am white on the floor of the slaughter house. It doesn’t matter how I started out. I am now covered in blood.” Garcia makes no excuses for his work. A degree in political science and a hands-on amelioration in a city with great potential have made sure of that. She eyes a better city where no groups claim superiority over others. And if stringing together words is Garcia’s part in making a better Rockford, he’s in it for the duration. “I am making connections with social justice-minded people,” Garcia said. “I am willing to stay here. Most people don’t have that experience. They see something else in the world and they don’t come back to Rockford.” Garcia has found a sense of unity through writing on a personal level, too. “When I first came out as a transgender, the poetry community was among the first places I found where I could be myself and be fully accepted,” he said. “It seemed as if getting to know me through my poems made it easier for people to accept me because they already knew me. The 2017 Individual World Poetry Slam is Oct. 11-14, at multiple Spokane venues. R.

The Insurance Lady Sue Gabel CSA No Matter •Age •Income What Your- •Health Conditions

The Insurance Lady has an affordable health insurance plan for you. Call forNOW your Personal consultation. Also ask WITH about my Dental, Vision, OFFERING ASSISTANCE SOCIAL Hearing,SECURITY Long Term care andMEDICARE Life Insurance. AND ENROLLMENT

815-397-7030 . 815-978-8148 cell

3600 East State Street . Suite 218 • www.insuranceladysue.com

There for you even after the ink has dried.

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

STATE

Today Aug 23

Thurs Aug 24

Fri

Aug 25

Sat

Aug 26

Sun

Aug 27

Mon

Aug 28

Tues

Aug 29

78 / 56 74 / 49 75 / 52 76 / 57 77 / 58 78 / 58 80 / 59

Get the latest weather updates at RockRiverTimes.com/AccuWeather

Local school leaders weigh in on funding BY JIM HAGERTY CONTRIBUTOR

ROCKFORD — As support for Gov. Bruce Rauner’s amendatory veto fell ﬂat in the Illinois House last Wednesday, school leaders say a resolution is vital as students return to the classroom for 201718 academic year. “Education funding reform is a necessity, and we need a swift resolution,” Rockford Public Schools Superintendent Ehren Jarrett told The Times. “Senate Bill 1 is imperfect, but it’s a huge step toward bringing additional resources to RPS 205 students from low-income households. The bill brings Rockford’s students closer to the educational adequacy target.” After the Senate voted Aug. 19 to override the governor’s veto, Democrats introduced a new bill that included a few of Rauner’s changes on which lawmakers in the House could not agree. The sticking point continues to be Rauner’s proposal to cut $450 million from Chicago Public Schools (CPS). Rauner claims the plan to redistribute those cuts to districts throughout the state is fair. Opponents say the consequences— long-term o�sets—are too costly. Under Rauner’s plan, districts with declining enrollments would be penalized in the

future. “Right now, because there is no funding bill that has been passed, we are not receiving the state funding we need to run the schools — which is a ﬁrst in Illinois history,” Belvidere Superintendent Dr. Daniel Woestman said. Under SB1, Belvidere would receive $32,729,140, but $35,634,296 under Rauner’s amended plan for the ﬁrst year. Rockford is tapped for $131,507,048 in the original bill and around $9 million more with Rauner’s. However, Rauner’s bill provides unstable funding past year-one due to requirements in the governor’s plan. South Beloit Superintendent Scott Fisher is seeking an evidence-based funding formula. Senate Bill 1 puts his district in Tier 1, a category for the state’s most-needy school districts. “We do not receive as much from local taxes as most district because of our low equalized value assessment in South Beloit,” Fisher said. South Beloit stands to receive between $300,000 and $600,000 depending on which bill is passed. “This money would be a huge infusion into our district budget and put us on a more equal footing as surrounding districts

who have a much higher local tax base,” Fisher added. The school funding impasse is a ﬁrst for Illinois, but it is not a mark that o�cials are proud to set. To some, the state is still in crisis mode following a budget deadlock that lasted two years and still has not begun to iron itself out. “(It) puts our school districts in a situation not conducive to planning for future years,” Hononegah Superintendent Lynn Gibson said. “We ask that our governor and legislators stand together for our Illinois children’s educational futures. If Illinois is going to be unprecedented, let’s make sure we are unprecedented in a stable, sustainable funding system for our school districts.” The majority of education unions, including the Illinois Education Association (IEA), support SB1. The IEA, in a statement last week, called the plan a “compromise bill that will help equalize funding across the state to help ensure students have a ﬁghting chance at success.” House Republicans called Wednesday’s 0-60 House vote a “sham.” A defeat of the amended legislation is still possible by Aug. 29. R. –A RockRiverTimes.com report.

Scientists to study weather data from eclipse CHAMPAIGN — Two teams of scientists from the Illinois State Water Survey have collected weather data during the ﬁrst coast-to-coast U.S. solar eclipse since 1918 and plan to analyze the ﬁndings. Program manager Jennie Atkins tells The News-Gazette that researchers nationwide collected similar data during the eclipse Monday to combine information and provide a picture of what occurs during the eclipse. Measurements of air temperatures, solar radiation, barometric pressure and relative humidity were taken. Atkins and scientist David Kristovich, who led the study of changes in heating and cooling at the Earth’s surface, say they were concerned weather conditions could a�ect their research. But Atkins says the teams were able to collect data at all the stations throughout Illinois. Atkins says the readings show a drop in solar radiation and temperatures as the moon’s shadow passed over the area.

State board names 10 Illinois Teacher of the Year ﬁnalists

The Illinois State Board of Education has named 10 finalists for 2018 Illinois Teacher of the Year, including one from East High. State Superintendent Tony Smith says the finalists “continuously go above and beyond to make students feel well known and well cared for.” A selection committee made up of teachers, administrators, support staff and past winners selected the finalists from 234 nominations. The winner will be announced Oct. 28. The finalists are: Valarie Berger, West Leyden High School; James Connelley, Morton West High School; Teresa Eden, Monroe Center Grade School; William Farmer, Evanston Township High School; Lindsey Jensen, Dwight Township High School; Erin Miller, Brimfield Grade School; Jamie Nash-Mayberry, Shawnee High School; Angie Noble, Jerseyville East Elementary School; Faith Skinner, Emily G. Johns School and Morgan Teske, East High School in Rockford.

State Fair Grandstand sets record sales

Illinois State Fair Grandstand ofﬁcials say this year’s fair surpassed a record-setting number of guests in 2016 with help from its music lineup. More than 58,800 people bought tickets for the Grandstand, up from 58,540 in 2016,The State Journal-Register reported . The previous high was nearly 57,800 in 1999. State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon said part the success might’ve been because of the diversity of the Grandstand lineup. Pentatonix, a three-time Grammy-winning group known for classic covers and a cappella originals, played to a crowd of more than 11,500 on Saturday. The largest draw for the fair was Five Finger Death Punch, a heavy-metal band that played to more than 13,300 people. Other musical acts included several country artists, an R&B singer and a 1990s band. “We hit the jackpot,” Gordon said. Gordon said good weather also contributed to the high attendance. –Wire reports

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

AIRPORT. CONTRACT WITH THE COMMUNITY

No MRO nonsense A clause in the state’s agreement with the Rockford airport regarding funding for the MRO project makes one thing clear: no one in control actually knew what was going on when it came time to answer the question, “How are we paying for this thing?” BY JOHN GUEVARA CONTRIBUTOR

WITH SHANE NICHOLSON

MANAGING EDITOR

he most recent example of why people do not trust government muddied what should instead have been a celebration of good work being done at the Rockford airport. An event Monday marked the completion of the ﬁrst phase of work at the airport as part of a FAA grant obtained by Sen. Dick Durbin and Rep. Cheri Bustos. The next phase will be the expansion of a cargo ramp to meet a potential increase in demand. Atlas Air, one of the primary customers with whom the airport hopes to expand cargo tra�c, has also been utilizing AAR’s MRO facility at the airport, which opened earlier this year. Airport Director Mike Dunn says, “They have two (Atlas) planes in the hangar right now and 150 people working over there…they estimate it could be as many as one-thousand in two years.” In his remarks, Durbin mentioned the MRO, saying investment has been made by the federal government for the project. “(We have to) keep our ﬁngers crossed that the state will keep its promise through its budget mess to provide its funding as well,” he said. Bustos, when asked what the status of the $10 million in federal grant funds for the MRO was, turned to a sta� member and asked, “What is the status?” Without a ready answer, her sta� told The Rock River Times it would have legislative aides in Washington reach out with the information. Within hours, a congressional sta�er

sent an email response saying: “The State is still on the hook for about $15.3 million in funding for the MRO, so if you’re trying to ﬁgure out whether it’s going to get funded, you might ask the Governor’s o�ce.” The sta�er did email a link to a $2.5 million EDA grant awarded to the airport in 2015, purportedly for the MRO. As for the rest of the funds: “I don’t think there is any pending federal grant… it appears to all be on the state.” And even then, it was overlooked that the EDA grant was for road construction and not the MRO facility. This has been an all too common refrain sung by the Rockford Register Star editorial board; its columnist Chuck Sweeny; Durbin; and Bustos for the past 18 months: “The state should keep its promise.” That’s been the chorus ever since former Director of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) James Schultz said in Sept. 2015, “The state’s procedures require us to make sure we have all the documents in place, and there’s a federal grant requirement we need ﬁrst in order to release our grant dollars. Until we have that, we can’t release our funds. I’m going to follow the law, and no one is going to push me to violate the law.” What was Schultz talking about? Page 6 of the grant agreement between the airport and DCEO says, “Federal grant funds will provide $10,000,000.” Page 12 of the same agreement in paragraph B(2) reads, “Grantee shall provide documentation satisfactory to the Department that the federal and local funds are available to the Project.” The “promise” by the state depends

entirely on documentation of approved federal grant funds for the MRO. And we know that no federal grant is pending. So why the sing-song about the state being the problem? One Airport Authority board member explained why they felt state money for the MRO isn’t going to happen: “Springfield has money to give. They won’t because they don’t want Rauner cutting any ribbons any time soon.” But the Airport Authority signed on to around $17 million in financing from local banks meant to cover the gap until state and federal funds were released. Those banks are now being paid back with local tax dollars. It was disappointing to hear the misrepresentation about MRO funding Monday. The event was about good work being done at the airport; there was no need to talk about the so-called “investment” in the MRO. Nor was there any requirement to allude to federal funding, an allusion which fell apart after a less than five minutes on the phone with congressional sta�. To be clear, either federal grants must be approved for the MRO before the state money can be released under the current agreement, or a completely new grant can be submitted. Either way, it needs to be done. The project is a good project. Rockford deserves one-thousand good jobs. But the failures and pitfalls in the funding gap have been a known problem for a while now. This paper reported on it in February. There are the loans to pay back and an $8 million bond issued by the county to now account for. Those are going to be paid one way or another, and

right now, the other way is by increased taxes. Critics at the time the agreement was reached pointed out the failings in documentation. That everyone was relying on someone else to trigger some clause to release some amount of funds. It was a domino e�ect, but everyone was playing with their own set of dominoes. So enough of the lies and misrepresentations. Knock it o�. The only reasons to claim the state made a promise is not knowing what was in the grant agreement, or not caring what was in it. Now we know. There is no doubt. The state can’t do anything without documentation of federal money for the MRO or a new grant agreement and the feds don’t know where their money is. Two parties failed, and the airport thought it had hedged its bets with the loans. But that bet is still far from paying o�. Anyone who tells us “the state needs to keep its promise” can no longer claim ignorance. The line must be drawn here and not a millimeter further. If not, taxpayers in Winnebago County face a higher bill as the airport pays down loans taken out to cover a funding gap. According to our o�cials, that funding gap should only have been temporary as local, state and federal resources were aligned. Instead, local taxpayers are paying up to $80,000 per month in interest on those loans indeﬁnitely. It is up to us to demand better than lies and political ploys. We should not be faced with higher taxes and fees because Springﬁeld and Washington won’t tell the truth and do the right thing. It’s time to stop with the nonsense and do the job right. R.

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

Local

Historic tax credits renewed By Shane Nicholson Managing Editor

ROCKFORD — A tax credit program that has seen more than $125 million in outside investment captured for Rockford has been extended through 2021. The River Edge Historic Preservation Tax Credit was signed by Gov. Bruce Rauner Friday, after sitting on his desk since June. Hailed as a key economic stimulator in five cities across the state, the bill has been touted with creating a $10 return for every $1 of credit used on the redevelopment of historic buildings. State Sen. Steve Stadelman, D-Rockford, had sponsored the bill, calling it a boost to the economic development of the region. “The River Edge tax credit has been an important tool in the revitalization of downtown Rockford,” Stadelman said Friday. “It turns vacant, rundown buildings into marketable properties, creates jobs and grows the economy. Developers will be happy to know this incentive will be available through 2021.” The former Dec. 31, 2017 sunset date for the tax credits had left questions looming over some downtown projects, including the Amerock hotel plan. But the developer of the hotel, Milwaukee’s Gorman and Co., had sought and received assurances that the credits would be extended for the duration of the project. Currently, the River Edge Redevelopment Zone covers a large portion of downtown Rockford and some adjacent neighborhoods. Urban Equity Properties’ recent renovation of the former Rockford Trust Building utilized more than $2 million in credits under the program. And the tax credits have been used extensively in other keystone redevelopment projects for the city, from the Prairie Street Brewhouse to the Rockford Police District 2 substation at the former Turner School. “A focal point and attraction for entertainment in the downtown area is (the) Prairie Street Brewhouse, which benefited from the River Edge Redevelopment program,” said Republican State Rep. Joe Sosnowski. “Continuation of this program will allow our area to revive blighted buildings, create jobs, and stimulate economic development.” The River Edge zone has allowed more

local properties to be captured under the state’s Enterprise Zone, a similar tax credit program—albeit one not centered around historic structures. The Enterprise Zone allows a set number of contiguous square mileage of city properties to be covered under its boundaries. As the two zones are not allowed to overlap, city leaders have credited the River Edge plan with allowing the Enterprise Zone to extend to further points in the community, including the airport. Supporters had worried that the River Edge program would become a casualty of the state’s long-lasting budget battle. The program was initially set to expire in Dec. 2016 before a one-year extension was granted. Tax credits from the program have been used to spur developments in Aurora, East St. Louis, Elgin and Peoria, which has seen extensive work done throughout its warehouse district and riverfront. In Aurora, a vacant senior living center was rehabilitated as part of a $24 million project. Aurora Mayor Richard C. Irvin called the plan an “integral bill that will potentially create hundreds of jobs and tens of millions of

dollars in economic development in the state’s second-largest city.” Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara echoed his sentiments. “The incentive has helped us fill vacant properties and attract new capital investment to the city, while, at the same time, preserving culturally and architecturally significant buildings.” The bill, a bi-partisan package, was a bit of a political rarity in Springfield’s current climate. Democrats and Republicans representing heavily populated and demographically diverse cities were able to see the benefits of the plan for their districts. State Sen. Pamela Althoff, R-McHenry, a co-sponsor of the bill, called it an important step toward saving our state’s heritage. “For years, I have been a strong advocate for historic preservation, not only so that we can keep our history alive, but also because of the economic impact these sites have on our communities here in Illinois,” she said. “By preserving local history, we are also supporting and promoting economic development.” Rockford Republican State Sen. Dave Syverson said he was “thrilled” to see the

plan extended through 2021. “These tax credits support the types of projects that offer the taxpayers of this state the chance to get a huge return on their investment in terms of tax revenue and economic activity.” The governor said signing another extension to the plan was the right move for the state. “This program has already been a huge success,” Rauner said. “The River Edge Redevelopment Zone Program helps stimulate the state’s economy and the local economies where the program is available.” “Today is an important day for the continued development and economic reinvestment in downtown Rockford,” said State Rep. Litesa Wallace, D-Rockford. “The Historic River Edge Tax Credit has been instrumental in starting construction projects, creating jobs, and transforming empty buildings into centers of activity. With numerous projects dependent on the passage of this extension, today’s action immediately makes our community more attractive to investment.” The bill is Illinois SB1783. R. –A RockRiverTimes.com report.

River Edge vital for revitalization By Gary Anderson

Guest Contributor

ast Friday, Gov. Bruce Rauner signed the four-year extension for the River Edge Historic Preservation Tax Credit program. This economic-development tool has been the key reason why downtown Rockford has been revitalized with over one-hundred-million dollars of outside investment in our city’s structures. This extension to the legislation will continue that momentum. There are a significant number of projects that are in the pipeline that can now take advantage of what this program offers: filling significant gaps in the cost to finance these projects.

In financing developments in our community, there is often a significant gap between the cost of the development and its end value. It is one of the key factors that holds back growth in our community. The extension to the River Edge program will fuel further redevelopment. Not only downtown, but in the 7th Street Midtown District, along South Main Street, and at the Barber Colman village. We have changed the momentum in

our community with recent developments. We have a vision for continued improvements to our housing, retail, office, and hospitality offerings. These developments will create jobs; attract talent to our community; and will continue to attract additional investment. These developments are not easy to accomplish, but the use of the historic tax credit has proven to be the difference-maker in revitalizing communities. To realizing their full potential. The River Edge program encourages the restoration and retention of our significant architectural structures. That can have a long lasting effect on our community’s health, sustainability, livability, and attractiveness. R.

News isn’t something we only do on Wednesdays. Find stories like this and more, every day at

RockRiverTimes.com.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

NATION

Is anybody home at HUD?

A long-harbored conservative dream — the “dismantling of the administrative state” — is taking place under Secretary Ben Carson. BY ALEC MACGILLIS PROPUBLICA

n mid-May, Steve Preston, who served as the secretary of housing and urban development in the final two years of the George W. Bush administration, organized a dinner at the Metropolitan Club in Washington, D.C., for the new chief of that department, Ben Carson, and five other former secretaries whose joint tenure stretched all the way back to Gerald Ford. It was an event with no recent precedent within the department, and it had the distinct feel of an intervention. HUD has long been something of an overlooked stepchild within the federal government. Founded in 1965 in a burst of Great Society resolve to confront the “urban crisis,” it has seen its manpower slide by more than half since the Reagan Revolution. (The HUD headquarters is now so eerily underpopulated that it can’t even support a cafeteria; it sits vacant on the first floor.) But HUD still serves a function that millions of low-income Americans depend on — it funds 3,300 public-housing authorities with 1.2 million units and also the Section 8 rental-voucher program, which serves more than 2 million families; it has subsidized tens of millions of mortgages via the Federal

Housing Administration; and, through various block grants, it funds an array of community uplift initiatives. It is the Ur-government agency, quietly seeking to address social problems in struggling areas that the private sector can’t or won’t solve, a mission that has become especially pressing amid a growing housing a�ordability crisis in many major cities. D e s pit e it s D e m o c r at i c r o ot s, Republican administrations have historically assumed stewardship over HUD with varying degrees of enthusiasm — among the department’s more notable secretaries were Republicans George Romney and Jack Kemp, the idiosyncratic champion of supply-side economics and inner-city renewal. Now, however, HUD faced an existential crisis. The new president’s then-chief strategist, Steve Bannon, had called in February for the “deconstruction of the administrative state.” It was not hard to guess that, for a White House that swept to power on a wave of racially tinged rural resentment and anti-welfare sentiment, high on the demolition list might be a department with “urban” in its name. The administration’s preliminary budget outline had already signaled deep cuts for

HUD. And Donald Trump had chosen to lead the department someone with zero experience in government or social policy — the nominee whose unsuitability most mirrored Trump’s lack of preparation to run the country. This prospect was causing alarm even among HUD’s former Republican leaders. At the Metropolitan Club, George W. Bush’s second secretary, Alphonso Jackson, warned Carson against cutting further into HUD’s manpower. (Many regional o�ces have shuttered in recent years.) Carla Hills, who ran the department under President Ford, put in a plug for the Community Development Block Grant program, noting that Ford had created it in 1974 precisely in order to give local governments more leeway over how to spend federal assistance. The tone was collegial, built on the hopeful assumption that Carson wanted to do right by the department. “We were trying to be supportive,” Henry Cisneros, from the Clinton administration, told me. But it was hard for the ex-secretaries to get a read on Carson’s plans, not least because the whisper-voiced retired pediatric neurosurgeon was being overshadowed by an eighth person at the table: his wife,

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

Candy. An energetic former real-estate agent who is an accomplished violinist and has co-authored four books with her husband, she had been spending far more time inside the department’s headquarters at L’Enfant Plaza than anyone could recall a secretary’s spouse doing in the past, only one of many oddities that HUD employees were encountering in the Trump era. She’d even taken the mic before Carson made his introductory speech to the department. “We’re really excited about working with — ” She broke off, as if detecting the puzzlement of the audience. “Well, he’s really.” The story of the Trump administration has been dominated by the Russia investigations, the Obamacare repeal morass, and cataclysmic internecine warfare. But there is a whole other side to Trump’s takeover of Washington: What happens to the government itself, and all it is tasked with doing, when it is placed under the command of the Chaos President? HUD has emerged as the perfect distillation of the right’s antipathy to governing. If the great radical conservative dream was, in Grover Norquist’s famous words, to “drown government in a bathtub,” then this was what the final gasps of one department might look like. ••• ov. 9 brought open weeping in the halls of HUD headquarters, a Brutalist arc at L’Enfant Plaza that resembles a giant concrete honeycomb. Washington was Hillary country, but HUD employees had particular cause for agita. For years, the department had suffered low morale, and there was the perception, not entirely unjustified, that it was prone to episodes of self-dealing and corruption — most recently under Jackson, who was scrutinized for awarding HUD projects to companies run by his friends. But the department had experienced a rejuvenation in the Obama era, with morale rebounding under the leadership of his first secretary, Shaun Donovan, an ambitious, politically savvy housing administrator from New York. While it faced postrecession budget austerity — with its ranks dropping well below 8,000, from more than 16,000 decades earlier — the department made homelessness reduction a priority. Under Donovan’s successor, Julián Castro, the former mayor of San Antonio, HUD embarked on a major initiative to address residential segregation by requiring cities and suburbs to do more to live up to the edicts of the Fair Housing Act of 1968. Before the election, Hillary Clinton’s campaign sent over a large team of policy experts to study up on HUD and prepare to take the baton on these efforts. The Trump campaign sent one person. “And everyone was joking, ‘Well, he’ll be gone on November 9,’” one staffer told me. So the stricken employees were slightly relieved when Trump’s operation announced a five-person “landing team” for HUD that included Jimmy Kemp, son of Jack. “There may be hope for us after all,” a veteran staffer in one local HUD office told his colleagues. The semblance of normalcy

was short-lived. In late November, word got out that Trump’s choice to run HUD was Carson. To Twitter wags, the selection was comical in its stereotyping: Of course Trump would assign the only African American in his Cabinet to the “urban” department. But to many HUD employees, the selection of so ill-qualified a leader felt like an insult. “People feel disrespected. They see Carson and think, I’ve been in housing policy for 20 or 30 years, and if I walked away, I would never expect to get hired as a nurse,” said one staffer at a branch office, who, like most employees I spoke with, requested anonymity to guard against retribution. Carson himself had some qualms about running HUD. His close friend Armstrong Williams, a conservative commentator who was exposed for receiving payments from George W. Bush’s administration to tout Bush’s education policies on air, told

HUD job than he would to a health policy one. “Being surgeon general or secretary of [health and human services], I don’t think he was fully equipped to do that, having been a neurosurgeon,” Kemp said. In other words, Carson knew how little he knew about health policy, an awareness he lacked when it came to social policy. “He thought with HUD, ‘It’s so clear that our approach to poverty has not been completely successful and we can do better, and I think I have some ideas that can be applied,’” Kemp said. Underlying this rationale were two related convictions. One was the standard conservative bias against expertise and bureaucracy, according to which experts lacked the “common sense” that an outsider from the private sector could provide — a conviction shared, of course, by the man who nominated Carson for the job. The other was a more particular conviction that he, Carson, possessed extra doses of such

The Dept. of Housing and Urban Development building in Washington D.C. The Hill in November that Carson had reservations about such a job. “Dr. Carson feels he has no government experience; he’s never run a federal agency,” Williams said. “The last thing he would want to do was take a position that could cripple the presidency.” Williams later said his remark had been misconstrued, but Shermichael Singleton, a young political operative who worked for Williams and became a top aide on Carson’s campaign, told me that Carson’s ambivalence was real. Trump’s offer, Singleton said, had provoked deep questions for Carson about his life’s purpose. “It was, ‘Should I do this? What does it all mean?’” In the end, Singleton said, Carson accepted out of a sense of duty that came from having risen to success from humble origins: raised by a single mother, a housekeeper, in Detroit. “He’s someone born in an environment where the odds were clearly stacked against him, and he believes by personal experience that he could do a lot of good for others.” Kemp agreed. Carson accepted, he said, “because he wanted to do something about poverty.” If anything, Kemp said, Carson felt more suited to the

common sense by virtue of his biography. First, though, Carson had to survive his confirmation hearing. The prepping was intense. His top handler was Scott Keller, a longtime lobbyist who had served as chief of staff under Jackson and, in that role, become embroiled in the contracting scandals. Keller’s pupil was attentive, and his performance at the January hearing before the Senate Banking Committee was judged a relative success by the press, punctuated by Carson’s disarming remark that the panel’s top Democrat, Sherrod Brown, reminded him of Columbo. Carson’s family and closest aides took him to the Monocle, the lobbyist hangout on the Hill, to celebrate. As Carson awaited confirmation, though, a leadership cadre was already entrenching itself in the administrative offices on the 10th floor of HUD. The five-person landing team had given way in January to a larger “beachhead” team. This was a more eyebrow-raising group. Its few alums from past GOP administrations were outnumbered by Trump loyalists such as Barbara Gruson, a Manhattan real-estate broker who’d worked for the campaign;

Victoria Barton, the campaign’s “student and millennial outreach coordinator”; and Lynne Patton, who had worked for the Trumps as an event planner. The most influential of the new bunch, it would quickly emerge, was Maren Kasper. Little-known in housing policy circles, and in her mid-30s, Kasper arrived from the Bay Area startup Roofstock, which linked investors with rental properties available for purchase. It partnered with lenders including Colony American Finance, a company founded by Tom Barrack, the close Trump associate. This link to Trump, combined with Kasper’s background in one sliver of the housing realm, was enough to win her a place as one of the minders appointed by the White House to keep an eye on each government department, a powerful role without precedent in prior administrations. Kasper, the holder of an MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business, took her new management role seriously, asserting herself as the final arbiter in the absence of a confirmed secretary. This led to friction both with career housing policy experts and with Carson loyalists, notably Singleton, who had also been hired on. At meetings, Singleton said, Kasper was often “misrepresenting” herself as standing in for Carson. “I made it clear, ‘You don’t speak for Dr. Carson.’ She said, ‘Well, the White House …’” To which Singleton said he responded, “I get what the White House has selected, and I respect that, but he’s the secretary and you need to make sure you understand that.” That friction lasted only so long. In mid-February, an administration “background check” on beachhead team hires turned up an op-ed critical of Trump that Singleton had written for The Hill before the election. Security personnel came to notify him that it was time to go. ••• n March 6, Carson arrived for his first day of work at headquarters. In introductory remarks to assembled employees, after he’d gotten the mic back from his wife, he surprised many by asking them to raise their hands and “take the niceness pledge.” He also went on a riff about immigrants arriving at Ellis Island, capped by this: “That’s what America is about, a land of dreams and opportunity. There were other immigrants who came here in the bottom of slave ships, worked even longer, even harder, for less. But they, too, had a dream that one day their sons, daughters, grandsons, granddaughters, great-grandsons, great-granddaughters, might pursue prosperity and happiness in this land.” The assembled employees stifled their reaction to this jarringly upbeat characterization of chattel slavery. But in HUD’s Baltimore satellite, where many in the heavily African-American office were watching the speech on an online feed at their desks, the gasps were audible. Carson’s arrival brought with it a reckoning for career employees: Yes, this person was really in charge. They responded in strikingly different ways. The most

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times. progressive-minded were thrown into a sense of crisis: whether to hightail it to avoid whatever radical shifts or indignities were in the offing, or to stay put for the sake of the department’s programs and the millions of people they served. Then there were the opportunists, those who saw in the vacuum in the upper ranks, where it was taking unusually long to appoint political deputies, the chance to claim higher stations than career employees would typically be able to attain. “There were a couple people in some meetings who were bending over to ingratiate themselves” with the transition team, said Harriet Tregoning, a top Obama appointee in HUD’s Community Planning and Development division, who left in January. “For some, it might be their political leaning. For some, it might be an attempt to gain influence. I saw it happening even while the Obama people were still in the building.” Finally, there were the clock-punching lifers, the “Weebies” (“We be here before you got here, and we be here after you’re gone”), who recognized a chance to start mailing it in. “It’s ‘I can now meet people for a drink at five,’” said Tregoning. Or, as a supervisor in one branch office put it: “As a bureaucrat, HUD’s an easier place to work if Republicans are in charge. They don’t think it’s an important department, they don’t have ideas, they don’t put in changes.” Left unsaid: that such complacency was an unwitting affirmation of the conservative critique of time-serving bureaucrats. To the extent that the new leadership was providing any guidance at all, it was often actively discouraging initiative on the part of employees. Shortly after the inauguration, a directive came down requiring employees to get 10th-floor approval for any contacts outside the building — professional conferences, or even just meetings with other departments. Ann Marie Oliva, a highly regarded HUD veteran who’d been hired during the George W. Bush administration and was in charge of homeless and HIV programs, was barred from attending a big annual conference on housing and homelessness in Ohio because, she inferred, some of the other speakers there leaned left. The department leadership was also actively slowing down new initiatives simply by taking a very long time to give the necessary supervisory approvals for the development of surveys or program guidance. In some cases, this appeared to be the result of mere negligence and delay. In other cases, it appeared more willful. For one thing, there was the leadership’s strong hang-up about all matters transgender-related. The 10th floor ordered the removal of online training materials meant, in part, to help homeless shelters make sure they were providing equal access to transgender people. It also pulled back a survey regarding projects in Cincinnati and Houston to reduce LGBT homelessness. And it forced its Policy Development and Research division to dissociate itself from a major study it had funded on housing discrimination against gay, lesbian and

transgender people — the study ended up being released in late June under the aegis of the Urban Institute instead. More upsetting for many ambitious civil servants than the scattered nays coming from the 10th floor, though, was the lack of direction, period. Virtually all the top political jobs below Carson remained vacant. Carson himself was barely to be seen — he never made the walk-through of the building customary of past new secretaries. “It was just nothing,” said one career employee. “I’ve never been so bored in my life. No agenda, nothing to move forward or push back against. Just nothing.” On May 2, I went to the Watergate to see Carson address an assemblage of the American Land Title Association, title attorneys in town for a regular lobbying visit to buttress the crucial support that HUD and others in Washington provide to the American home-buying machine.

to learn about careers. He repeated one of his favorite mantras, that the government needs to make sure people don’t get unduly reliant on federal assistance, because “everybody is either going to be part of the engine or part of the load.” And then, in the heart of the speech, where a Cabinet secretary would normally get down to programmatic brass tacks, came this meandering riff: “You know, governments that look out for property rights also tend to look out for other rights. You know, freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of all the things that make America America. So it is absolutely foundational to our success … On Sunday, I was talking to a large group of children about what’s happening with rights in our country. These are kids who had all won a Carson Scholar [an award of

sent a rare email to HUD employees assuring them that this was just a preliminary figure. But as it turned out, Carson, as a relative political outsider lacking strong connections to the administration, was out of the loop: The final proposal crafted by Trump budget director Mick Mulvaney called for cutting closer to $7 billion, 15 percent of its total budget. Participants in the Section 8 voucher program would need to pay at least 17 percent more of their income toward rent, and there’d likely be a couple hundred thousand fewer vouchers nationwide (and 13,000 fewer in New York City). Capital funding for public housing would be slashed by a whopping 68 percent — this, after years of cuts that, in New York alone, had left public-housing projects with rampant mold, broken elevators and faulty boilers. “By the time I left, almost 90 percent of our budget was to help people stay in their homes,” Shaun Donovan told me. “So when you have a 15 percent cut to that budget, by definition you’re going to be throwing people out of their homes. You’re literally taking vouchers away from families, you’re literally shutting down public housing, because it can’t be maintained anymore.” ••• he Trump cuts would mean that several programs would be eliminated entirely, including the home program, which offers seed money for affordable housing initiatives, and the $3 billion Community Development Block Grant program that Carla Hills, Ford’s HUD secretary, had praised to Carson at the dinner. In New York, CDBG helped pay for, among many things, housing-code enforcement, the 311 system and homeless shelters for veterans. But the grants were also relied on in struggling small towns, where they paid for sidewalks, sewer upgrades and community centers. In Glouster, Ohio, a tiny coal town that went for Trump by a single vote after going for Obama two to one in 2012, officials were counting on the grants to replace a bridge so weak that the school bus couldn’t cross it, forcing kids from one part of town to cluster along a busy road for pickup. “Without those funds, it would just cripple this area,” said Nathan Simons, who administers the grants for the surrounding region. HUD, for all its shrinking stature and insecurity complex, has over time worked its way into the fabric of ailing communities throughout the country, a role that has grown only larger as so much of Middle America has suffered decline, and as the capacity of so many state and local governments has withered amid dwindling tax bases and civic disengagement. On my travels through the Midwest I’ve seen how many federally subsidized housing complexes there are on the edges of small towns and cities, places very far from the Bronx or the South Side of Chicago. People living in these places rely on a functioning, minimally competent HUD no less than do the Section 8 voucher recipients in Jared Kushner’s low-income complexes in Baltimore. In an age of ever-widening income inequality, the Great Society

T Ben Carson outside a Baltimore home in June to tout HUD-funded lead abatement programs. Mark Peterson/Redux I was hoping the speech would give me a better sense of what Carson had in mind for the department, which had been hard to elucidate in his few public appearances. Up to that point, he’d made only a few headlines — for getting caught in a broken elevator at a housing project in Miami; for declaring, on a later visit to Ohio, that public housing should not be too luxurious, a concern that the elevator snafu had apparently not allayed. This comment had drawn mockery but genuinely reflected his long-standing outlook on the safety net: grudging acceptance of its necessity only for those at their most desperate moments, a phase of dependency that must be as brief as absolutely possible. This philosophy was frequently intertwined with allusions to the Creator — so frequently that supervisors at one HUD division sent down word to employees that, yes, their new boss was going to talk a lot about God and they’d probably better just get used to it. But Carson’s address to the lawyers offered little further clarity on his agenda. He opened with a neurosurgery joke. He touched on his vague proposal for “vision centers” where inner-city kids could come

$1,000 that Carson has sponsored since 1994], which you have to have at least a 3.75 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale and show that you care about other people, and I said you’re going to be the leaders of our nation and will help to determine which pathway we go down, a pathway where we actually care about those around us and we use our intellect to improve the quality of life for everyone, or the pathway where we say, “I don’t want to hear you if you don’t believe what I believe, I want to shut you down, you don’t have any rights.” This is a serious business right now where we are, that juncture in our country that will determine what happens to all of us as time goes on. But the whole housing concern is something that concerns us all.” A few weeks later, it became clear that the “housing concern” perhaps did not concern everyone when the White House released its budget proposal for HUD. After word emerged in early March that the White House was considering cutting as much as $6 billion from the department, Carson had

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

department actually plays an even more vital role than when it was conceived. But if Carson was troubled by the disembowelment of his department, he showed no sign of it. Even before the final numbers were out, he had assured housing advocates that cuts would be made up for by money dedicated to housing in the big infrastructure bill Trump was promising — a notion that his fellow Republican Kemp, among others, found far-fetched. “I’m not sure he understood how that would work,” Kemp told me. “He was probably repeating what had been told to him.” Then, a day after the budget was released, Carson downplayed the importance of programs for the poor in a radio interview with Armstrong Williams, saying that poverty was largely a “state of mind.” This, more than anything, seemed to be a crystallization of the Carson philosophy of HUD: that privation would be solved by the power of positive thinking, that his own extraordinary rise was scalable and could be replicated millions of times over. Two weeks later, Carson went to Capitol Hill to testify on the budget proposal before congressional panels that would have the final say on the numbers. With Kasper perched over his shoulder, he told both the Senate and House committees that they shouldn’t get overly hung up on the cuts. “We must look for human solutions, not just policies and programs,” he said. “Our programs must reach out and so must our hearts.” The budget, he added, would “help more eligible Americans achieve freedom from regulations and bureaucracy and the ability to govern themselves.” Members of both parties on the panels seemed dubious. Even conservative Republicans challenged the elimination of CDBG and dismissed Carson’s repeated claim that those and other cuts would be made up for with “public-private partnerships,” noting that such partnerships depended on exactly the public seed money that the budget was jettisoning. Carson remained unruffled. The cuts were made necessary by the “atmosphere of constraint” created by a “new paradigm that’s been forced on us,” he said, presumably referring to the desire for tax cuts for the wealthy and an even larger military. “The problem that faces us now as a nation will only be exacerbated if we don’t deal with them in what appears to be a harsh manner,” he told the Senate panel. “We have to stop the bleeding to get the healing.” As I watched the hearings, it occurred to me that Carson was the perfect HUD secretary for Donald Trump, the real-estate-developer president who appears to care little for public housing. He offered a gently smiling refutation to accusations from any corner that the department’s evisceration would have grave consequences. After all, Ben Carson had made it from Detroit to Johns Hopkins without housing assistance, a point of pride in his family. Not to mention that Carson’s very identity — theoretically — helped inoculate the administration against charges of prejudice. (Just last week, Carson said, in the wake of racially tinged violence in

Charlottesville, that the controversy over Trump’s support of white supremacists there was “blown out of proportion” and echoed the president’s “both sides” language when referring to “hatred and bigotry.”) Even better, Carson could be trusted not to resist Mick Mulvaney’s budget designs. At one moment in the Senate hearing, Carson noted that Congress’s recent spending package for the current year had given the department more than it had been expecting. “I’m always happy to take money,” he said, smiling. Sen. Jack Reed of Rhode Island, the committee’s top Democrat, was unamused. “You have to ask for it first,” he said. Over at headquarters, the department remained rudderless. By June, there was still no one nominated to run the major parts of HUD, including the Federal Housing Administration and core divisions

tigate the legality of an Islamic tribunal in North Texas and had taken to Glenn Beck’s talk show to defend the arrest of the Muslim boy who’d brought a homemade clock to school. There was the conservative commentator John Gibbs, who was hired as a “special assistant” in Community Planning and Development. Sample headlines from his columns in The Federalist: “Voter Fraud Is Real. Here’s the Proof”; “If He Really Wants to Help Blacks, Colin Kaepernick Needs to Put Up or Shut Up.” Then there was Christopher Bourne, the retired Marine Corps colonel who’d served as the policy director of Carson’s presidential campaign. He suddenly showed up as a “senior policy adviser” in Policy Development and Research. “We don’t know what his job is, and as far as I know, he doesn’t know what his job is,” said one of his new colleagues. In the context of such hires, it did not

Ben Carson Jr. greets an entrepreneur wanting to pitch HUD on a business venture. “Have you talked to Dad?” the younger Carson said, before walking the man and his partner to Carson’s aides. Peterson such as Housing, Policy Development and Research, Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, and Public and Indian Housing, not to mention a swath of jobs just below that level. (Across the administration, Trump had by the end of June sent barely more than 100 names to the Senate for confirmation, fewer than half as many as Obama had by that point in 2009.) Even the stern hand of Kasper was gone — she had been moved to a perch at Ginnie Mae, the arm of HUD that provides liquidity to federal home ownership programs. The rank and file (whose department book club reading for the summer was “The Employee’s Survival Guide to Change”) took comfort that the two senior nominations that had been announced, for deputy secretary and the head of the Community Planning and Development division, were conventionally qualified. But appointments further down the ranks were alarming. There was the administrator for the Southwest region: the mayor of Irving, Texas, Beth Van Duyne, who had gained notoriety by warning against the gathering threat of Sharia. She had asked the Texas Homeland Security Forum to help inves-

stun many HUD employees as much as it did the broader public when news broke of the selection of Lynne Patton, the Trumps’ event planner (whom tabloids gleefully referred to as a wedding planner, for her unofficial advisory role on Eric Trump’s nuptials), as regional administrator for New York and New Jersey. It had been plain to see that Patton had been striving to prove that she was no mere hanger-on. She had been visiting senior career staff for a crash course on housing policy. She had helped organize Carson’s listening tour trips, for which her event planning background had prepared her well. And she eagerly tweeted out defenses of him — “Let’s be clear: You can make life too comfortable for anyone — rich or poor — when you do, it’s a disservice,” she declared after his comments on cushy public housing. Yes, she would now be the chief liaison from HUD headquarters to a region with the largest concentration of subsidized housing in the country — including the huge Starrett City complex in Brooklyn co-owned by Trump — a job once held by Bill de Blasio. (“Normally, these positions go to people who know what they’re doing,”

said one longtime staffer at headquarters.) And yes, she would, just a few weeks later, respond to liberal criticism of the department’s decision to approve Westchester County’s long-litigated desegregation plan with a tweet that ended with the words “P.S. I’m black.” But there were many other things for career employees to worry about that weren’t getting as much attention. Such as what Carson had in mind with the vague “incentivized family formation” push (which falls under the community building part of HUD’s antipoverty mission) that his team had included in a briefing for Hill staffers. Also worrisome was what the new leadership might do with major Obamaera initiatives, like its desegregation initiative, which, in a 2015 rule called Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing, required local jurisdictions to come up with ways to reduce segregation or risk losing HUD funding. Carson had written an op-ed against this during the campaign, calling it a “mandated social engineering scheme” and comparing it to a “failed socialist experiment,” and Republicans in Congress were dying to kill it, but so far, the department was still going through the motions with it. Then there was the mystery of why Carson’s family was taking such a visible role in the department. There was the omnipresent Mrs. Carson. Even more striking, however, had been the active role of the secretary’s second-oldest son. Ben Carson Jr., who goes by B.J. and co-founded an investment firm in Columbia, Maryland, that specializes in infrastructure, health care and workforce development, was showing up on email chains within the department and appearing often at headquarters. One day, he was seen leaving the 10th-floor office of David Eagles, the new COO, who was crafting a HUD reorganization to accompany the cuts. And finally, there was the beginning of what appeared likely to be a stream of committed career employees quitting. Ann Marie Oliva, the anti-homelessness director, had met with mistrust from the 10th floor, and she was startled when she wasn’t asked to offer input for a speech Carson was giving on homeless veterans. She gave notice in late May, prompting calls from both parties on the Hill saying how sorry they were to see her go. “It is sad,” she told me, “because it’s not partisan and it could’ve been different from the beginning.” ••• n early July, Ben Carson went on the next leg of his listening tour: Baltimore. I was expecting the department to make a big deal of his return to his longtime home city. But instead, after the poor press coverage from the previous rounds of community outreach, the itinerary for the first day was kept private. I managed to get my hands on the schedule and tagged along with a photographer. This did not please Carson’s entourage, which included, among others, a highstrung advance man in a bow tie, several

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times. security officers, Candy Carson, Ben Jr. and even his wife. When we arrived at the café where Carson and his family were having lunch with the mayor of Baltimore, Bow Tie arranged to have the Carsons rush out through the kitchen area to a back alley to avoid us. When, at the next stop, I was accidentally allowed into a meeting that Carson was holding at the city’s housing authority, Bow Tie leaped across the room to eject me. By the next stop, at a tour of the redevelopment near Johns Hopkins Hospital, one of the federal agents guarding Carson took my picture as I stood on the sidewalk chatting with a neighbor. By the last stop, dinner with Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan at a deluxe waterfront restaurant opened by Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank, I was unsurprised when a Carson aide went to the maître d’ to report my presence at the bar. This was Trumpian anti-press spirit taken to a new level: protectiveness of a government executive to the point of seeking invisibility. The day had had its awkward moments. In his visit to the Baltimore HUD office, Carson caused friction with his suggestion that staff needed to work harder, comparing the federal work ethic unfavorably with the long hours he put in as a surgeon. Employees were also struck by how he kept seeming to look to his wife for cues as he spoke. At a later meeting with public health officials and researchers, which his wife, son and daughter-in-law also attended, he kicked things off 15 minutes early and referred to those who arrived on time as being late. He demurred when asked by the city’s former Health Commissioner Joshua Sharfstein if he’d commit the department to an ambitious reduction in child lead poisoning, saying something to the effect that he needed to be careful about setting big goals because he “worked for a guy who, if you don’t meet your goals, he’ll so skewer you.” The next morning, Carson held photo ops at two homes that had undergone HUD-funded lead abatement. At the first home, he looked confused when workers explained that one of their first steps had been to make sure the home’s doors closed properly in the door jambs. “What does that have to do with lead?” asked the nation’s secretary of housing. The workers explained that a key to reducing lead paint flaking was to reduce the friction involved in opening and closing windows and doors. A moment later, a deputy housing commissioner noted that the work had been made possible in part by Community Development Block Grants, which Trump’s HUD budget eliminated. Ben Carson Jr. resurfaced at the second day’s other open event, a visit to a health fair in East Baltimore. I watched with some amazement as the younger Carson, clad in tinted aviator shades, circulated among those seeking his father’s attention. At one point, Carson Jr. was approached by two entrepreneurs he knew who were hoping to pitch HUD on a proposal to use public housing as the site to pilot their for-profit venture replacing cash bail with the relinquishing of guns. Carson Jr. heard

them out and then said, “Have you talked to Dad?” He then led them over to a clutch of Carson’s HUD aides to make introductions. A moment later, I asked Carson Jr. why he was taking such an active role on the Baltimore trip. “With anything where we can be helpful, if Dad asks us to come along and help out, we’ll always do that. We’re here to offer support, whatever we can do,” he said. I asked about all the time he was spending at HUD headquarters. “If you’re a concerned citizen and you’re not spending time in D.C. trying to actually make sure the right things are happening, then you probably could do more,” he said. “You should have access to your public officials, and if that’s not allowed, then there’s a big problem with how the representatives are handling their relationship with citizens.” (Never mind that in this case, the “public official” was his own father.) Later, I asked Ben Carson for a comment on his son’s role. “Ben Carson Jr. has visited me, but he has no role at the department,” he said through a spokesman. It was hard to know what to make of it all. On the one hand, it bore obvious similarities to the proliferation of Trumps and Kushners inside the White House, with all their attendant business conflicts. But it was also possible that Ben Jr., and his mom, were so often at his father’s side for just the reason Ben Jr. claimed, to provide support. Because it was not hard to see why Carson would feel insecurity. He had been chosen for a job he had few qualifications for by a man who had few obvious qualifications for his own job, and he was now being left to his own devices to defend the dismantling of the department he was supposed to run, with an underpopulated corps of deputies at his side. (Even by mid-August, the Office of Public and Indian Housing, which spends tens of billions per year, did not have any senior political leadership whatsoever.) It was as if the White House were ensuring that whatever mere starvation failed to accomplish at HUD, indifference and mismanagement would finish. The day before, as I waited outside the school building where Carson was meeting with the public health experts, a young mother, Danielle Jackson, had come along with her three young daughters. She asked me what was going on inside, and I told her. She said she herself had been on the waiting list for a Section 8 voucher for three years, and she seemed to take the fact that the famous Baltimore doctor was now running HUD as an omen. “I hope something good happens,” she said brightly. Her optimism was shared by Carson himself. When I asked him at a brief press conference behind one of the lead-abated homes the next morning how things were going so far for him at HUD, running a big federal department with no prior experience in government, he shrugged. “It’s actually a challenge to inject common sense and logic into bureaucracy, there’s no question about that,” he said. “But it’s coming along quite nicely.” ProPublica is a Pultizer Prize-winning independent newsroom.

IN TROUBLE WITH THE IRS? If you owe the IRS or state $10,000, $15,000 or more call us for a FREE, no obligation consultation.

Our FREE Consultation will help you:

  

Resolve your past due tax problems End Wage Garnishment Stop IRS Tax Levies

We know your rights and are here to protect you. Our team of highly qualified tax attorneys deal with the IRS for you.

Make Tax Problems a Thing of the PAST! Call now for your free consultation

844-645-0214

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

Commentary

Can Rauner bring himself to cut a deal? By Rich Miller

Capitol Fax

ov. Bruce Rauner has said for the past several days that he’s open to just about any sort of compromise in order to get school funding reform signed into law. For example, he recently told Amanda Vinicky on Public Television’s Chicago Tonight program that there was nothing on his list that he had to have. “Nothing,” he said when asked to clarify. “Absolutely nothing has to happen. The only principle we should be guided by is what’s best for our children, what treats them all the same so they have the best chance they can at the American dream.” That could be a very big caveat. It more than just implies that he intends to stick to his guns on stripping money from the Chicago Public Schools, which he contends is given special treatment in the education funding reform bill he vetoed. The Democrats will most definitely not like that. But even if the negotiations among the four legislative leaders do produce some progress, some folks are still doubtful that Gov. Rauner can bring himself to sign the bill, or that his new staff can get

him to stick to his word. If you go back to 2015, you may remember that after weeks of negotiations over a stopgap budget and after a tentative deal had been reached, Rauner decided during the ensuing weekend that he had some additional demands that would clearly be unacceptable to the Democrats. His top staff fought back hard, insisting that he couldn’t back out after accepting terms. Rauner signed the bill. More recently, near the end of June, you might recall that Rauner’s office publicly berated the Democrats for not officially transmitting the Chicago gun crimes bill to his desk in order to deliberately deprive the governor of a “win.” The Democrats denied they had any such intentions and the legislation was quickly sent to Rauner. The governor’s staff set up a press conference for the very next day and Chicago’s police superintendent came down to the Statehouse for the signing ceremony. Just before he was set to sign the bill, however, Rauner blew up at his communications staff over a single sentence in a Chicago Tribune article which detailed his battle with Mayor Rahm Emanuel

about the sale of the James R. Thompson Center building. As it turns out, Rauner had misread the sentence, but the blowup was “like nothing I had seen before,” said one person who was present. And then the governor reportedly had second thoughts about signing the gun bill, other sources say. Mind you, this was just before the signing ceremony was supposed to begin. A task force inserted into the legislation to help the Illinois State Police combat violent crimes was what reportedly set him off. Sources say he flip-flopped and wanted to veto the bill. Again, this was minutes before he was set to publicly sign the thing with Chicago’s most senior cop on his way to town. His top staff had to intervene again and eventually convinced him to calm down and sign the bill. Most of those staffers had been with Gov. Rauner since the campaign. They’d learned over the years how to deal with him and, since they helped get him to the governor’s office, Rauner trusted them enough to eventually listen. But Rauner fired some of them when he brought in far-right Illinois Policy Institute staffers and the rest quit in disgust.

Energy & Environment

Earth Overshoot and the Fair By Drs. Robert & Sonia Vogl

Contributors

hen this column is published, the 16th Renewable Energy and Sustainable Lifestyle Fair will have been held; the total solar eclipse will have occurred; Earth Overshoot Day will have been passed. Although they are in the past, they are not gone. The Fair survives in the inspiration and resolve that fairgoers experience after interactions with others with similar values and those who provide information on how to develop lifestyles that help to attain those values; the solar eclipse will have joined the historic record of eclipses predicted by science and watched with amazement by people; Earth Overshoot will have occurred even earlier than in past years. Quoting a previous column on Earth Overshoot: “Earth Overshoot day came

and went again this year. No fanfare, no celebration, no parades. Just as silently as extinction, it came and went. Most people didn’t notice; many didn’t care.” Noting and celebrating the day itself is not important. What is important is understanding what it means. The concept of Earth overshoot: human overuse of both the Earth’s productive resources and ability to process wastes, is the reason that the IREA established the Fair. Addressing more efficient use of energy and using renewable energy sources along with lifestyle changes that are based on sustainable principles provides the information and motivation to adopt more earth friendly means of living. For millennia, humans lived within the Earth’s resources. “In 1961, we used about three-quarters of the earth’s capacity to both produce and absorb, leaving enough to serve future years.” Living within the Earth’s budget left a generous surplus for the future.

Then, sometime during the 1970s, our rapidly escalating consumptive lifestyle used more than the Earth could regenerate, now spiraling out of control. Earth Overshoot Day is reached when, since January 1 of that year, people have used all of the resources that the Earth can produce during the entire year and have discarded all of the pollutants that Earth can process during that year. At that point, we dip into future supplies and capabilities. We begin to deplete resources that would have served future generations: humans now use the equivalent of 1-1/2 earths each year; if everyone lived like Americans we would need 5 earths. In 2000, Earth Overshoot Day fell on Oct. 1; in 2015 it fell on Aug. 13; in this year, it fell on Aug. 2. This year would balance if we used none of the Earth’s resources and produced no waste at all from Aug. 3 through Dec. 31. IREA’s goal is to alert people to the

Nobody on his current upper echelon staff has a similar personal history with Rauner. And, so far, nobody on that staff appears to have the ability to steer him in the right direction. They’re letting Bruce be Bruce, and that has its consequences. Rauner’s former staffers negotiated what started out as a quasi “sanctuary state” bill for illegal immigrants to a point that was even further to the right than where the governor wanted to be. While he is expected to sign the bill as I write this, Rauner hedged publicly about it during an appearance on the Fox News Channel and proponents couldn’t get him to firmly commit to make it a law. So, there’s naturally some informed doubt that the governor will be able to bring himself to sign something as big and important as an education funding reform bill. The governor publicly denied last week that the First Lady has become more involved in his administration, but by all accounts she most certainly has and she now may be the only hope of keeping him on track. This piece of legislation will forever define him, one way or another. If it’s passed over his veto (in whatever form), he may never live it down.

dilemma of overuse and provide alternatives which will allow sustainable lives for current and future generations. Like a bank account that is regularly added to but never overdrawn, we would maintain a comfortable supply of assets. As in the past, a wide diversity of living beings would provide a balance of food, energy and air; the soil would be productive; air and water would be pure and free for all to breathe and drink. Perhaps the most blatant overuse of resources is that of fossil fuels. Produced many millions of years ago, much of it has been used during the past two centuries. Fortunately, renewable sources of energy are becoming more widely used. Water, each drop of which has been here since before the dawn of life, is becoming more scarce and polluted. Experts predict that the next great conflicts will be over water availability and rights. We still have the opportunity to balance our use with the Earth’s productivity without diminishing our lives or damaging the lives of those who will follow. R. Drs. Robert and Sonia Vogl are the President and Vice President of the Illinois Renewable Energy Association.

First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

Mosaic Film Fest returns ROCKFORD — A lineup of 72 films will be rolled out during the 10th Annual Mosaic World Film Festival, starting this Friday. This year’s selections were curated from hundreds of submissions and 63 countries around the world, says Mosaic director Jerry LaBuy. “We had a terrific and very diverse year of submissions. There is some narrative work, documentary, animation – it really is a great mix of the world filmmaking community.” The festival returns to downtown’s Nordlof Center, 118 N. Main St., for the fourth time. Festivities kick off with an opening night premiere reception at 6 p.m., including music, bar service, hor d’oevures, and red carpet photo opportunities for attendees. Award winners will be announced before the 7 p.m. Spotlight Feature, The Monster Within, a feature documentary produced by the Harlem High School Vet Doc course about a story of two veterans dealing with post-war struggles. Earlier Friday, the festival’s short films program will begin, part of a series of five sessions over Friday and Saturday. The Saturday evening program will see the popular Regional Filmmakers event, beginning at 6 p.m. Films from artists based in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin will be shown at 7 p.m. with a Q & A by the filmmakers to follow. Feature films will be screened Sunday, beginning at 11 a.m. with the final screen ending around 6 p.m. “A lot of independent filmmakers from the U.S. and around the world never have a chance to screen their work for a live audience,” says LaBuy. “We are excited to screen some of the best of them right here at our fest in Rockford.” Tickets are available for all three days for $10. Individual day tickets are $5 and available for Saturday and Sunday only at the Nordlof box office. For more information including a complete lineup of screenings and events, visit mosaicfilmfest.com. R.

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

Rockford Rocked Interviews

What’s next for Mark Ricotta By Todd Houston

Contributor

f you go to Mark Ricotta’s Facebook page, the cover photo simply says, “Writer.”

Mark has been writing for years in one form or another, whether it be for a local publication or a national piece providing his opinion of an artist or an album review. His passion for music is evident, having provided insight into the music world with his column in the former RAM (Rockford Area Music) magazine, and being the founder and administrator for the popular facebook page Rockford Vinyl and Music News. This week, Rockford Rocked Interviews catches up with Mark. ••• RRI: Good morning Mark. What have you been up to? MR: Well, first, I want to thank you and The Rock River Times for coming out for this interview today. I have a few things I’m working on right now,

“Music journalism and critique are forms of writing I’ve always felt comfortable with...”

including a book project; helping to resurrect a very revered annual concert event in Rockford (with Joe Hines); a couple of web articles and a magazine article in the works; and the Facebook Group Rockford Vinyl and Music News, which Joe Hines serves as co-administrator. Trying to stay busy. As you know, I have some serious medical issues that I have to manage every day, but that will never compel me to sit on my couch, watch reruns of Law and Order, and atrophy! I’ve found the best way to get it out of myself is to be of

service and bring love and joy to others. My writing allows me to do that to a large number of audiences. RRI: When did you first discover you had a passion for writing and journalism? MR: About 40 years ago when I wrote a “love letter” to a girl named Rhonda and she responded! I knew right then and there I possibly could be good at this. But seriously, music journalism and critique are forms of writing I’ve always felt comfortable with and had an easy way of communicating what I was feeling and trying to explain. For sure, it takes an understanding of the basics of journalism; but it takes more than that when you write about music. First of all, you’re trying to connect to what the musician is trying to convey through his or her soul as it comes out through their music, and then give it your best shot at conveying that to an audience that cares enough about what you’ve written in the past to give this new article a go and read on. RRI: We spoke briefly before about a column you wrote in RAM magazine. Tell us more about that. MR: That was offered to me by the late, great and legendary Gary Wilmer. Gary was a wonderful man and a living legend nationwide when it came to Rockford area rock ‘n’ roll and more. He will never be forgotten. At first, Gary asked me to write CD reviews and long band interviews, which was fun… from Bare Bones to Cheap Trick to RIPT to Second Sunday and so many more. But what was even more enjoyable for me, as a writer, and hopefully my readers, was a monthly column Gary let me establish and write monthly called, “Rockford Sound Check.” RRI: RAM magazine eventually dissolved sometime during the late ‘90s. Why do you think we never saw another RAM-type magazine after that? MR: About the time RAM dissolved, the age of the internet was in its embryonic stage. Enough said, really. A couple of valiant publishers-to-be gave the ole standard print format one more shot here in the stateline, but it became easier for readers to find quality writing more easily online and for advertisers to find more effective use of their ad budgets. Illinois Entertainer still works as a print publication in the Chicago market and ‘burbs, but its circulation is significant. RAM magazine is a piece of Rockford history in the strongest sense, and we’re working to see it get archived in the Rockford Public Library, as it so richly deserves. RRI: RAM wasn’t the only entertainment magazine here in Rockford though was it? Do you remember NOW, Lively Times and some of the others?

MR: I remember them, but not too well. I’d look at them mostly for the pictures of the women. The writing usually was copied and pasted from a syndication service. There may have been some very short local music articles with a photo and cutline. But without doubt, there were some great local ads in those newspapers that remain classics to this day. RRI: Tell us a bit about your passion for vinyl records and your Facebook page, Rockford Vinyl and Music News. MR: Well, I established Rockford Vinyl and Music News on March 26, 2016. We now have about 5,000 group members. I get tremendous joy from connecting readers in the group to each other by allowing them to share personal experiences related to music. In our family, all music was considered to have “value” and we were open-minded enough to listen to anything we could get our hands and ears on, then discuss. Regarding vinyl, I obviously am biased as to the superior sound of vinyl over any other musical source, including digital. I could write a dissertation on that. RRI: Word on the street says that you and a couple of your fellow constituents are working on a publication regarding Rockford area music. Can you provide any insight at this time? MR: Some things just simply need to be chronicled and reported. That, for me and many others, would include the culture, zeitgeist, historical events, photos and stories about what really happened here in the Rockford area during the 1970s, ‘80s, and ‘90s. Music and otherwise. It looks like I – along with you, (Todd Houston) and Mike Bunjan (managing graphic design) – are going to produce a coffee table book of sorts that chronicles the Rockford rock ‘n’ roll scene in the late half of the 20th century. How about that? (laughs) RRI: Wow! I had no idea! (laughs) Okay, Mark: I’m going to say a word or phrase and you answer with the first thing that pops into your head. Ready? Coop Records and Tapes (former Rockford record store and head shop). MR: Patchouli incense, candyland, after-school education. RRI: MTV. MR: Martha Quinn, colors, and Martha Quinn. RRI: Italian cooking. MR: Too much is never enough. RRI: The last show you saw at Rockford’s Coronado Theater. MR: Wilco. RRI: What’s next for Mark Ricotta? MR: I would prefer to have the question phrased, “Who’s next?” Stay tuned! R.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

August 23 - 29

South Beloit Centennial Celebration WHEN Thursday, August 24 - Sunday, August 27 (various times) WHERE South Beloit City Park South Beloit is celebrating its 100th birthday with a four day event! The highlight of the weekend festivities will be the Centennial Parade that kicks off Saturday, August 26 at 10 a.m. There will also be a corn boil and a Centennial Fireworks show.

Cherry Valley Festival Days WHEN Friday, August 25 - Sunday, August 27 (various times) WHERE Baumann Park The 29th annual Festival Days features great food, a carnival, on-site activities and, of course, the bands which make the summer music festival an event to remember. Don’t miss the Scottish Highland Games on Saturday, and the Cherry Pie Eating Contest on Sunday!

Marion S. Momaly, CPA, MST Tax and Accounting Services Business, Individual, Trust and Estate Extended returns? Don’t wait til the last minute! 130 N. Church St. Rockford, IL 61101 815-708-7505 | marion@momalycpa.com

GoRockford.com/Events

Mayweather vs. McGregor Live on Pay-Per-View WHEN Saturday, August 26 (7 p.m.) WHERE District Bar & Grill, Onyx Bar & Gill, and RBI Bar & Grill Watch Mayweather vs. McGregor live on Pay-Per-View at your choice of three locations. Seating is limited and guests must be age 21 or over. Tickets available at any of the three locations!

The Local: Burpee Summer Festival WHEN Saturday, August 26 (6 - 10 p.m.) WHERE Burpee Museum of Natural History Overlooking the Rock River, this event features local food and local drink pairings, created especially for this night. Outside, enjoy dancing and visiting with friends while Clutch Cargo plays. The museum will also be open for touring at your leisure, including the newest exhibit: Fossil Lake.

Wild Wild

WESTMOR LANES

Bar&Grill

SLOTS – SLOTS – SLOTS – SLOTS – SLOTS – SLOTS Enjoy – $1 Shots, $1.50 Draft Beer, $1.50 Ritas Free WiFi Free Weekend Entertainment

LABOR DAY WEEKEND featuring MAC DAVIS & BJ MILLER

9PM and 11PM. $5 COVER.

Wild Westmor Lanes – Only Bowling Alley on the West Side 2407 N. Central Ave. Rockford | 815-963-7210

FREE

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

RACVB VIEW

Tough Mudder returns to Rockford Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Buearu is excited to host TOUGH MUDDER WEEKEND presented by Merrell August 26-27 at Rockford International Airport in Rockford. More than 10,000 participants – including endurance athletes from around the world – will attempt to conquer the grueling course of obstacles. Events taking place over the weekend include Tough Mudder’s overnight event series, America’s Toughest Mudder, which is an eight-hour competitive event series, kicking o� at midnight on Sunday, August 27. Rockford will also be the final opportunity for those looking to qualify for the World’s Toughest Mudder event in November, with qualifiers being eligible for the Contender Category and prizes. While the Tough Mudder Chicago course is one of the flattest and fastest in North America, it makes up for a lack of elevation with more than 20 obstacles in 10 miles.

About Tough Mudder

Founded in 2010 with the launch of the Tough Mudder Full event series of 10-12 mile obstacle courses, Tough Mudder Inc. has since grown to become a leading active lifestyle company and leader in sports video content creation and distribution. The brand includes: Mini Mudder, Tough Mudder 5K, Tough Mudder Half, Tougher Mudder, and Toughest Mudder. The brand also encompasses an extremely vibrant engaging social and digital community and serves as a destination for ﬁtness, nutrition and wellness content delivered across multiple platforms. The Tough Mudder family of brands and online community is united by a commitment to promoting courage, personal accomplishment and teamwork through unconventional, life-changing experiences. With more than 2.5 million participants globally to date, Tough Mudder Inc. will host more than 130 events worldwide in 2017 in nearly a dozen countries, including Asia, Australia and more through its partnerships with IMG, Seroja and Sports Media and Entertainment 360 (SME360).

Regional Tougher Mudder Midwest

Eight-hour, overnight competitive event series in which participants and teams compete

for prize money. This will be the ﬁnal World’s Toughest Mudder qualifying event. The race will be featured on CBS on October 28.

Tough Mudder Half

5-mile mud and obstacle course challenge featuring some of Tough Mudder’s signature obstacles – but excluding the more extreme elements such as ice and electricity. Tough Mudder Half provides a rewarding yet accessible challenge, serving as the perfect gateway series for introducing people to mud runs.

Tough Mudder

The signature 10-12-mile mud and obstacle course challenge designed to pull participants out of their comfort zone. With no winners or clocks to race against, it is not about how fast you can cross the ﬁnish line it is about teamwork and personal accomplishment.

Mini Mudder

One-mile obstacle course designed for children ages 7 - 12. To join the conversation, follow Tough Mudder on Twitter at @ToughMudder, on Instagram @ Tough_Mudder, on Facebook at facebook.com/ toughmudder on Snapchat at Tough.Mudder and on YouTube at YouTube.com/ToughMudder.

Tough Mudder 2016 in Rockford. Photos, Tyler Yomantas/RACVB

A 6-WEEK PROGRAM

FAST TRACK CNC TRAINING For orientation and class start dates, please contact Deann Sharkey at (815) 921-2192 or D.Sharkey@RockValleyCollege.edu

Daily headlines at RockRiverTimes.com.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

Culture

How the smartphone affected an entire generation By Jean Twenge The Conversation

As someone who researches generational differences, I find one of the most frequent questions I’m asked is “What generation am I in?” If you were born before 1980, that’s a relatively easy question to answer: the Silent Generation was born between 1925 and 1945; baby boomers were born between 1946 and 1964; Gen X followed (born between 1965 and 1979). Next come millennials, born after 1980. But where do millennials end, and when does the next generation begin? Until recently, I (and many others) thought the last millennial birth year would be 1999 – today’s 18-year-olds. However, that changed a few years ago, when I started to notice big shifts in teens’ behavior and attitudes in the yearly surveys of 11 million young people that I analyze for my research. Around 2010, teens started to spend their time much differently from the generations that preceded them. Then, around 2012, sudden shifts in their psychological well-being began to appear. Together, these changes pointed to a generational cutoff around 1995, which meant that the kids of this new, post-millennial generation were already in college. These teens and young adults all have one thing in common: Their childhood or adolescence coincided with the rise of the smartphone.

What makes iGen different

Some call this generation “Generation Z,” but if millennials aren’t called “Generation Y,” “Generation Z” doesn’t work. Neil Howe, who coined the term “millennials” along with his collaborator

William Strauss, has suggested the next generation be called the “Homeland Generation,” but I doubt anyone will want to be named after a government agency. A 2015 survey found that two out of three U.S. teens owned an iPhone. For this reason, I call them iGen, and as I explain in my new book “iGen: Why Today’s Super-Connected Kids are Growing up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy – and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood,” they’re the first generation to spend their adolescence with a smartphone. What makes iGen different? Growing up with a smartphone has affected nearly every aspect of their lives. They spend so much time on the internet, texting friends and on social media – in the large surveys I analyzed for the book, an average of about six hours per day – that they

have less leisure time for everything else. That includes what was once the favorite activity of most teens: hanging out with their friends. Whether it’s going to parties, shopping at the mall, watching movies or aimlessly driving around, iGen teens are participating in these social activities at a significantly lower rate than their millennial predecessors. iGen shows another pronounced break with millennials: Depression, anxiety, and loneliness have shot upward since 2012, with happiness declining. The teen suicide rate increased by more than 50 percent, as did the number of teens with clinical-level depression. I wondered if these trends – changes in how teens were spending their free time and their deteriorating mental health – might be connected. Sure enough, I found that teens who spend more time on screens are less happy and more depressed, and those who spend more time with friends in person are happier and less depressed. Of course, correlation doesn’t prove causation: Maybe unhappy people use screen devices more. However, as I researched my book, I came across three recent studies that all but eliminated that possibility – at least for social media. In two of them, social media use led to lower well-being, but lower well-being did not lead to social media use. Meanwhile, a 2016 study randomly assigned some adults to give up Facebook for a week and others to continue using it. Those who gave up Facebook ended the week happier, less lonely and less depressed.

What else is lost?

Some parents might worry about their teens spending so much time on their phones because it represents a radical departure from how they spent their own

adolescence. But spending this much time on screens is not just different – in many ways, it’s actually worse. Spending less time with friends means less time to develop social skills. A 2014 study found that sixth graders who spent just five days at a camp without using screens ended the time better at reading emotions on others’ faces, suggesting that iGen’s screen-filled lives might cause their social skills to atrophy. In addition, iGen reads books, magazines and newspapers much less than previous generations did as teens: In the annual Monitoring the Future survey, the percentage of high school seniors who read a nonrequired book or magazine nearly every day dropped from 60 percent in 1980 to only 16 percent in 2015. Perhaps as a result, average SAT critical reading scores have dropped 14 points since 2005. College faculty tell me that students have more trouble reading longer text passages, and rarely read the required textbook. This isn’t to say that iGen teens don’t have a lot going for them. They are physically safer and more tolerant than previous generations were. They also seem to have a stronger work ethic and more realistic expectations than millennials did at the same age. But the smartphone threatens to derail them before they even get started. To be clear, moderate smartphone and social media use – up to an hour a day – is not linked to mental health issues. However, most teens (and adults) are on their phones much more than that. Somewhat to my surprise, the iGen teens I interviewed said they would rather see their friends in person than communicate with them using their phones. Parents used to worry about their teens spending too much time with their friends – they were a distraction, a bad influence, a waste of time. But it might be just what iGen needs.

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

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. Starlight Theatre - Performances throughout the year at Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Rd. For more information call 815-921-2160 or visit rvcstarlight.com 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. (usual) Suspects - Nordlof Center Studio Theatre, 18 N. Main St. For more information call 815-5138685 or visit usualsuspectspresents.com 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. Ongoing Steel Magnolias - Artists’ Ensemble will be performing this American classic from September 7-24 in the Cheek Theatre in the Clark Arts Center at Rockford University. Performances are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 7:30, Saturdays at 4 and 7:30, and Sundays at 2. Thursday tickets are $19, all other performances are $30 ($28 for seniors, $10 for students). Tickets may be purchased online at artistsensemble.org or by calling 815-394-5004. Steel Magnolias is recommended for ages 12+.

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. Rock ford Christian Fellowship - Rock ford ChristianFellowship (RCF) - is a Rockford, Illinois based concert band with a Christian Ministry; making a joyful noise since 1985. RCF (Rockford ChristianFellowship) announces the start of its 33rd concert season with a new director (Brian Waterson) and a “Call for Musicians” on its webpage (www.rcfband.org), its Facebook group page (www.facebook.com/groups/RCFBand), and on a Facebook event page (www.facebook. com/events/108915639770558/) RCF performs at community events, churches, and retirement centers, and is noted for its rousing marches and inspirational music; music appropriate for the occasion and season. RCF is not affiliated with any church, but rehearses Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at First Covenant Church, 316 Wood Road. The band welcomes additional participants* and concert opportunities. *high school age thru retired; there are openings in all positions (especially woodwinds). There is no charge for membership or for the concerts. See our website for rosters, schedules, pictures, and sounds www.rcfband.org. Contact Director, Brian Waterson, 815/797-2320, rcfband@gmail.com Friday Mike Williamson Trio - Performing from 5:30-8 p.m. at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free admission. Saturday Carl Cole - Performing from 5:30-8 p.m. at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St. Free admission. Michael Charles - Performing at The Hope and Anchor English Pub, 5040 N. 2nd St., Loves Park, as part of his All I Really Know Tour 2017. Performance takes place at 8 p.m. For information call 815-633-2552 Crossroad Blues Festival - 11 a.m.-10 p.m. at Lyran Park, 4791 South Bend Rd. $5 in advance, $10 at the door, kids 5 and under get in free, kids under 18 are $5 when accompanied by an adult. Musical performances throughout the day. For more information or to purchase tickets visit crossroadsbluesfestival.com. Colin O’Brien and Travis Burch - Performing for Concerts on the Creek at Spring Creek UCC, 4500 Spring Creek Rd. Performance from 7-9 p.m. Free admission, donations go to support the musicians. 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

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

and join the festivities and enjoy the wonderful contemporary folk/blues/roots rock/Americana style of Kraig Kenning on the outdoor Grove stage. www.kraigkenning.com.

Community

Ongoing Burpee Museum of Natural History – 737 N. Main St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $8 for ages 13 & older, $7 for ages 3-12, free for children younger than 4 and members; additional fee for traveling exhibits. 815-965-3433. Camp Grant Museum - 1004 Samuelson Rd. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Tues.-Fri., Sat. to 1 p.m. Closed Mon. & Sun. Adult $10, Children 8 up $5, Free for 7 or below. Special group hours available. Free admission with meal at Command Post Restaurant. Call 815-395-0679 or 815-395-0678 for more information. Cherry Valley Public Library District - 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. (Sept.-May) 815-332-5161. Cherryvalleylib.org Discovery Center Museum – 711 N. Main St. Hours: Sun.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $8 public, free for members. Children 1 and under are also free. 815-963-6769. Ethnic Heritage Museum – 1129 S. Main St. Sun., 2-4 p.m. Admission $5 adults, $3 student, $10 family. 815-962-7402. OSF Healing Pathways Cancer Resource Center – 5668 E. State St., Suite 2700. Healing Pathways provides programs and services to cancer patients, survivors and family members at no cost. Programs include strength training, nutrition classes, support groups, book club and more. For more information call 815-977-4123;Fax: 815-977-5513 or visit healingpathwayscrc.org. Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. 815-969-1999. Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Open TuesdayFriday (May-August) 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Monday. 815-397-9112. Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens – 1354 N. Second St. Open Tues.-Sat. (closed Mon.): hours vary, check website or call. Admission: $6 resident, $8 non-resident, free for children 4 and younger. Water features, seating areas and sculptures, all in a tropical plant setting. Changing floral displays, events, educational programs, workshops, lecture series. Rentals of meeting/event room available. Gift shop. Info: rockfordparkdistrict.org or 815-987-8800. Rock Hollow Hunt Club - Bingo and pull-tabs the last Tuesday of every month at Rock Hollow Hunt Club, 1931 IL Route 75 East in Freeport. Buy cards beginning at 6 p.m. games start at 6:30 p.m. sharp. Benefits the US Sportsmen’s Youth Foundation. Rockford Park District – Various programs available throughout the year. Program Guides now available at Customer Service locations. Info: 815-987-8800 or rockfordparkdistrict.org. Tinker Swiss Cottage – 411 Kent St. Tours 1 and 3 p.m., Tues.-Sun. 815-964-2424. Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Recycling Centers - 9 a.m.-noon every Saturday. 815-637-1343 Womanspace – 3333 Maria Linden Drive. Yoga every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 a.m. $40/four classes or $12/class. Basic Hatha Yoga. Other activities throughout the year. Info: 815-877-0118.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

Find more listings at RockRiverTimes.com/Happenings 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. 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. Recover Me support group - Every Saturday 10 a.m. Katie’s Cup Rockford. All about healing and recovery. Al-Anon - Support group for families and friends of alcoholics. Help-line: (815) 399-0456. Thursday Pen and Ink Tangling - If you love to doodle, learning to tangle can change that funky art piece into a thing of beauty. 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). Friday City Market - Music entertainment for this week’s City Market is Lone Canary (4:30-8 p.m. on the Main Stage), and The Shufflers (5:30-8 p.m. on the Acoustic Stage). Severson Dells will be doing a free, fun activity teaching about animal tracking. Easterseals will be offering free activities including button making, coloring sheets, and more as they teach about their organization and their work. The Usual Suspects will be at the entrance gate promoting their upcoming performance schedule, including their show, Six Degrees of Separation, at the Nordlof Center select dates from September 22-October 14. This Friday you can also come meet the staff from the Mercyhealth surgical department at the Rockford City Market. Learn about the surgeries they perform and view several instruments, implants and pieces of equipment used in the operating room every day. Kids will have fun playing the game of Operation and dressing up in hats, gowns and surgical gloves. Saturday 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. The Local: Burpee Summer Festival - Overlooking the Rock River, this event features local food and local drink pairings, created especially for this night. Outside, enjoy dancing and visiting with friends while Clutch Cargo plays. The museum will be open for touring at yout leisure, including our newest exhibit: Fossil Lake. There will be drawings, fun games, raffle prizes, and more. Not your typical fundraiser. (And the whole thing can easily be moved inside if it rains). Event takes place at Burpee Museum, 737 N. Main St. Tickets are $55 or $75 for VIP, and must be purchased in advance. For more information or to purchase tickets visit thelocalatburpee.com. Thursday, September 7 WCALAP Membership Dinner Meeting - The Winnebago County Association of Legal Administrative Professionals’ monthly dinner meeting will be held at 6 p.m., at Swanson Hill Program Center, 7194 Vandiver Road, Rockford.

Dinner will be a choice of: Grilled Hamburger - $14.50, Grilled Portabella Mushroom -$14.25. Catering provided by Countryside Meats & Deli. Meal includes relishes, potato salad, broccoli salad, chips, cookie and drinks. Your check is your reservation confirmation. Program will be Special Agent Sarah Tucker, from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF). Hostess are Stephanie Johnson and Ronelle Johnson. Please send reservations to: Ronelle Johnson at the Stanley J. Rozkowski Federal Building, 327 South Church Street, Suite 3300, Rockford, IL 61101. 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-Out, a Bike Show, and music performers throughout the day. Admission is free 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.) Sunday, September 17 Hot Diggity Dog Festival - Every dog has his day….and this is it!! Pack up the pooch and come on down to Klehm for a fun day dedicated to our lovable four-legged friends. Dog shelters and adoption agencies will be on hand, as well as a whole array of pet related vendors. There will also be agility and trick demonstrations, the police canine unit, and even a dog costume contest. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Admission is just $5 for adults and $3 for seniors, kids 12 and

Time to Retire Your Flag? Bring it to Us

• Memorial Hall • Boy Scouts Office (McFarland Rd) • These City Halls: Loves Park, Rockford, Machesney Park, Belvidere, Cherry Valley, Roscoe Contact Paul, 815.871.3801 under, and Klehm members. Every dog adoption comes with a complimentary family membership to Klehm. Held at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S. Main St. from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 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.

Donate A Boat or Car Today!

“2-Night Free Vacation!”

800 - 700 - BOAT (2628)

w w w.boatangel.com

sponsored by boat angel outreach centers

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

STOP CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

No surveys. No pop ups. No paywall. Just news.

RockRiverTimes.com.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

CROSSWORD & SUDOKU Across 1. Seashore 6. Postage sticker 11. Ship’s weight 13. Top popper 14. Plot 15. Sleeveless cloak 16. Under lock and ____ 17. Apple juice 19. Pig’s abode 20. Dog 21. Tells 24. Wander 29. Native metals 30. Snow White’s pal 32. Unlikely 33. In short 35. Cows 37. Arctic covering 39. Antique 42. Louisiana marsh 43. Farm enclosure 46. Calorie counter 48. Dining nook 50. Accompany 51. Wraps 52. Packs 53. Grunt

Tauer

Johnson

Handcrafted Casual to Dress Footwear Maxwell St.

Classic wing tip

Palermo

Kiltie saddle and tassels

The Giamalva Family

Parma

Saddle with tassels

Venice

Americana Portofino toe

Handcrafted comfort from the first moment you try them on! Also recraftable by the master craftsmen of Palace Shoes!

Palace Shoe Service Handcrafted footwear all lengths and widths

Repairing shoes since 1926 204 N Main | 815-962-6514

ShoeRepairRockford.com | TauerandJohnson.com

Down 1. Large barrel 2. Without repetition 3. Sore 4. “____-Devil” 5. Male feline 6. Extras 7. Knockout number 8. Aardvarks’ tidbits 9. Defrost 10. Target 12. Curbed 13. Warning sign 18. Defy orders 20. Box 21. Steal from 22. Mess up 23. Hawaiian handout 25. Stumble 26. Dripped 27. Exist 28. Pro vote 31. Winter drinks 34. Threads 36. Safes 38. Tote 39. Certain poems 40. Inventory

41. Art ____ 43. Game played on a pony 44. Perpetually 45. Brood’s home

47. Pull along 49. Pro’s mate

CHECK OUT PAGE 38 FOR ANOTHER CROSSWORD. Find the solutions to this week’s puzzles on Page 38.

In print weekly; online daily.

RockRiverTimes.com.

WORKER’S COMPENSATION - PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS

PETER ALEXANDER Attorney

Over 40 Years of Trial Experience Cases handled on a contingency basis. Free initial consultation.

815.962.7083

One Court Place, Suite 401, Rockford, Illinois (across from the Public Safety Building)

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:

TAURUS, GEMINI AND CANCER

Death Notices

Your Health

Marlene Curry 72 Rockford 8/14/2017 Bobby Eaton 76 Loves Park 8/14/2017 Charles Harker 98 Rockford 8/14/2017 Eleanor Marsh 95 Rockford 8/14/2017 Sherry Franke 81 Davis 8/15/2017 Shantilal Joshi 88 South Beloit 8/15/2017 Patricia Valentine 64 Loves Park 8/15/2017 Beverly Kuidlan 71 Rockford 8/15/2017 Timothy Whalen 60 Rockford 8/15/2017 Michelle English 62 Rockford 8/15/2017 Luciana Rudert 66 Rockford 8/15/2017 Richard Mogolis 74 Rockford 8/15/2017 Betty Davidson 74 Rockford 8/16/2017 Tammie Slusher 51 Machesney Park 8/16/2017 Lucille Weddle 95 Rockford 8/16/2017 John Mohr 67 Machesney Park 8/16/2017 James Johnson 79 Rockford 8/16/2017 Frank Dolezalak 88 Rockford 8/17/2017 Hazel McCourt 103 Rockford 8/17/2017 Ralph Thornlund 91 Rockford 8/17/2017 Dawn Stewart 57 Loves Park 8/17/2017 Jean Smith 88 Roscoe 8/17/2017 Paula Catef 63 Rockford 8/17/2017 James Gleason 77 Rockford 8/17/2017 Cole Tarlton 17 Rockford 8/17/2017 Joseph Bugbee 78 Rockford 8/17/2017 Christine Carlson 65 Rockford 8/17/2017 John Sterner 85 Rockford 8/17/2017 Asie Crown 70 Rockford 8/17/2017 Joseph Niezgodzki 86 Rockford 8/17/2017 Helen Lower 80 Rockford 8/17/2017 James Mcgee 60 Rockford 8/18/2017 Charmaine Hada 65 Rockford 8/18/2017 William Furseth 92 Rockford 8/18/2017 Gerald Whalen 75 Roscoe 8/18/2017 James Keehn 71 Rockford 8/18/2017 Ralph Luchene 63 Rockford 8/18/2017 Adolf Bledes 90 Rockford 8/18/2017 Travon Taylor 31 Rockford 8/18/2017 Marie Falzone 91 Rockford 8/18/2017 Henry Rogers 89 Rockford 8/18/2017 Charles Norland 81 Rockford 8/18/2017 Richard Steiner 61 Rockford 8/18/2017 Theresa Vollmer 52 Rockford 8/18/2017 George Kramp 63 Rockford 8/19/2017 Charles Laisure 91 Rockford 8/19/2017 Billy Taylor 49 Rockford 8/19/2017 Dorothy Tremaine 86 South Beloit 8/19/2017 Harriet Bennis 93 Loves Park 8/19/2017 Laura Hardimon 93 Rockford 8/19/2017 Betty Grams 94 Rockford 8/19/2017 Helen Griffin 70 Rockford 8/19/2017 Albert Dittman 89 Rockford 8/19/2017 DeWayne Blackwell 75 Rockford 8/19/2017 Evelyn Selin 85 Rockford 8/19/2017 Deontae Williams 25 Rockford 8/19/2017 Ximen Radilla Rosas 1 Rockford 8/20/2017 Louis Castillo 32 Cherry Valley 8/20/2017 Marlene Hoy 73 Rockford 8/20/2017 Richard Terranova 75 Loves Park 8/20/2017 Lois Ekeroth 56 Rockford 8/21/2017 Dannie Carter 75 Rockford 8/21/2017 Bertha Rigsby 84 Rockford 8/21/2017

Parents still failing to put babies to sleep on backs

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.

By Lisa Rapaport

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 percent routinely put babies down on their You’ll be happy to be put in charge of some positive ones are coming your stomachs. Reuters Health organizing a sizable event. Choose nice outingalways with your betterMothers who were yourAfrican-American battles; sometimes it’sorbetFewer than half of way. U.S.Ainfants half or with friends will be a great to just let it go,more even iflikely you know didn’t complete highter school were sleep on their backs, the position doctors way to wrap up your vacation. you’re right. stomachs. to put babies to sleep on their recommend to avoid sleep-related injuries While 58 percent of the mothers said and deaths, a study suggests. GEMINI GEMINI It’s time for a makeover, and it won’t they intended to put infants down their will Researchers examined survey data from The departure of a on colleague be cheap. However, fresh wardmean44 a promotion you, but the backs all the time, only percent for said they a nationally representative sample of aU.S. transition be longer robe will highlight your best feafollowed through each timeperiod theirmay baby wentthan mothers. More than three in four mothers expected. Much to your surprise, tures and may even be necessary to sleep. said they usually placedfor their infants onattheir a half-hearted lifestyle change will a new position work. When doctors yield explained safe sleep backs to sleep, the survey found. better-than-expected results. practices, women were 40 percent less But just 44 percent CANCER of the mothers said CANCER upcoming could solve likely to report putting babies to sleep on they planned to placeAnbabies topromotion sleep on You will have the opportunity to go a good chunk of your debt issues. their stomachs, and 50 percent less likely their backs and then actually did this every on a very interesting trip. A foreign opportunitiesonline to do some overto put infants to sleep on will their time, researchers reportSeizing in Pediatrics, adventure drawsides, you in, the and you time should also help your financial study also found. may even consider moving overAugust 21. situation. Don’t neglect your health. You will take on several proThe study wasn’t seas. a controlled experiment “Intention does not always match pracjects with gusto. designed to show whether or how educating tice,” said lead study author Dr. Eve Colson LEO You are in bursting with energy women and about infant of the Yale School of Medicine New Haven, LEO sleep safety might your positive attitude is contagious. Dreams need went time totobecome influence how babies actually sleep reConnecticut. You’llintend be the subject of much admiality. Rome wasn’t built in a day! or their odds of dying during the night. “While families may to place ration from a certain group of people You will have to wait patiently It also doesn’t explain why some parents infants on the back to sleep may eventhanks and to your tireless enthusiasm for your projects to start getting didn’t always put babies onreach theiryour tually do so, they do notand always follow these results, to butsleep you will solid work ethic. backs, said Michaelgoals Gradisar, a psychology recommendations,” Colson said by email. eventually. VIRGO Academy of researcher at Flinders University in Adelaide, In 1992, the American VIRGO You will especially enjoy spending Australia, who wasn’t involved in the study. Pediatrics (AAP) announced that babies Your patience will be put to the test timebacks with yourto family this week. to explain their should be placed on their sleep, in You’ll“If we can get parents as you finalize an agreement at work also be needed to bring peace bedecision in their own words, then we canin a order to lower their risk for Sudden Infant or elsewhere. If you’re involved tween two of your loved ones that court casefactors or other are legalmore matter, a begin to understand what Death Syndrome (SIDS). have been in conflict for a while. your favourthan isn’t far decisionin making Despite a dramatic decrease in frequency, important in theirresolution on the horizon. LIBRAcause of infant following recommended safe sleeping SIDS still remains a leading lots of travelfour in the near practices,” GradisarLIBRA said by email. mortality. Nationwide, Expect SIDS kills about future. Youbirths, will be needed doctor will find the perfect underscore a need forway babies out of every 10,000 live downin manyStill, the results Your places and your kids may ask for to Dr. treatMichael whatever ails you, no matter better education, said Goodstein, from about 130 in 10,000 in 1990, according more rides than usual. A business how minute. At work, expect lots of neonatologist for recognition WellSpan—York to the Centers for Disease Control trip is possibly in theand works a and and Hospital maybe even a AAP Task Force on SIDS. Prevention. your phone won’t stop ringing. and a member of thepromotion. “We still have a lot of work to do, and To prevent SIDS, along with putting young SCORPIO author of an lives are at stake,” Goodstein, infants to sleep on theirSCORPIO backs, the AAP also You will accomplish a brilliant feat A pleasant surprise at editorial, said by email. encourages breastfeeding, pacifier useawaits and youaccompanying that will leave you feeling very work when you return from your “If we can’t find ways to work witheven firm crib mattresses while advising against proud of yourself. You may wonderful vacation: a promotion, families to achieve behavior change, so that blankets, pillows and bed sharing. save someone’s life with your lisperhaps? Your number of clients A new relationship parents want to keeptening theirskills. babies supine and For the new study, researchers examined could also increase. willabring you much then happiness. difference, we survey data collected from 3,297 mothers of believe that it makes SAGITTARIUS are not going to seeSAGITTARIUS further gains in terms infants from 2 to 6 months old. ready to move non-stop! of reducing sleep-related ouryour Overall, 77 percent ofBe the women said they Pleasant You shoulddeaths take time and to be with surprises are in store. Your friends family. Your children (or maybe your postnatal infant mortality rate in the U.S.,” usually put babies to sleep on their backs, may ask you to join them on a Goodstein added. parents) will need you. Don’t think while about 14 percent said they typically thrilling adventure. Letput spontaneity twice about giving them all the time Read more: bit.ly/2wr8CIN. babies to sleep on theirbesides and roughly 8 your guide. and attention they need.

CAPRICORN

You’ll need to do a little house cleaning among your acquaintances. Stop wasting your time with toxic individuals; you will enjoy your true friends all the more. surveys.

No No popAQUARIUS ups. Your social life will be extremely reNo paywall. Just

warding. The big event you’ve been planning is shaping up to be a resounding success. Don’t stop your news. hard work just yet!

PISCES

RockRiverTimes.com. You will undertake a significant project

on your own or with your partner, work associates or family. At the very least, you’ll lay a solid foundation for future endeavours.

CAPRICORN

You may decide to go back to school or to enrol in a short training program. It will require considerable effort but you’ll reap the benefits quickly, even if you’re short on time.

AQUARIUS

You will be handsomely rewarded for putting in extra hours at work. Your efforts will put you on management’s radar and you’ll find yourself on the fast track to a promotion.

PISCES

You’re on the brink of a new beginning. If you’re job hunting, a promising career will soon be within your reach. It’s a demanding position, but you’re the perfect fit. The 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 23, 2017 The Rock River Times. Government Notices n n n INVITATION TO BID i2 ANALYST’S NOTEBOOK RFP NO.: 817-P-121 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Thursday, September 07, 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. 7960R TRRT 8/23 n n n NOTICE The Cherry Valley Public Library District will conduct a public hearing on September 26, 2017 at 6:45 p.m. at the Cherry Valley District Library, 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley, IL. Any interested person may attend. Copies of the tentative Budget & Appropriation are available for public inspection and will be at the front desk of the Library Monday through Saturday 9:00 am through 5:00 p.m. 7965R TRRT 8/23 n n n INVITATION TO BID DEMOLITIONS FAST TRACK GROUP #3 (907 2ND Avenue, 1727 7TH Street, 1120 Bruce Street, 709 Cherry Street, 3333 Collins Street, 821 Island Avenue, 2013 Jamestown Drive, 411 Lincoln Avenue, 3611 Preston Street, 815 Sawyer Road, 1211 West Street) BID NO.: 817-CD-118 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Wednesday, September 06, 2017 at the office of the Central Services Manager, City Hall Building, 425 East State Street, 4th floor, Rockford, Illinois 61104. At that time and place all bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids will be accepted until the specified opening time and date. Any bidder attempting to deliver after the opening time and date will be refused. Bid documents may be obtained at the office of the Central Services Manager, at City Hall, or at https://rockfordil.gov/city-departments/finance/central-services/ purchasing Bids must be enclosed in a sealed envelope and marked with the name of the bid, and the bid number. Each bidder shall submit with his bid the information specified in the bid documents for compliance

with the laws of the State of Illinois on Fair Employment Practices and with the City of Rockford’s Ordinance on Equal Employment and Business Opportunity. Any bid which fails to include the compliance items properly completed will not be read and will not be considered. The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive technicalities. 7961R TRRT 8/23 n n n REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS OSF ACCESS EXTENSION RFP NO.: 817-PW-117 Proposals will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Wednesday, September 06, 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. 7962R TRRT 8/23 n n n INVITATION TO BID WATER SYSTEM CONTRACTUAL SERVICES BID NO.: 817-W-119 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Thursday, September 07, 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. 7963R TRRT 8/23

n n n INVITATION TO BID 2017 BRP/RCI DEMOLITION PACKAGE #5 (716 Ashland Avenue, 925 North Rockton Avenue, 827 Whitman Street, 1317 Magnolia Street) BID NO.: 817-CD-120 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Thursday, September 07, 2017 at the office of the Central Services Manager, City Hall Building, 425 East State Street, 4th floor, Rockford, Illinois 61104. At that time and place all bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids will be accepted until the specified opening time and date. Any bidder attempting to deliver after the opening time and date will be refused. Bid documents may be obtained at the office of the Central Services Manager, at City Hall, or at https://rockfordil.gov/city-departments/finance/central-services/ purchasing Bids must be enclosed in a sealed envelope and marked with the name of the bid, and the bid number. Each bidder shall submit with his bid the information specified in the bid documents for compliance with the laws of the State of Illinois on Fair Employment Practices and with the City of Rockford’s Ordinance on Equal Employment and Business Opportunity. Any bid which fails to include the compliance items properly completed will not be read and will not be considered. The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive technicalities. 7964R TRRT 8/23

Public Notices 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 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO CITY OF ROCKFORD, a municipal corporation Plaintiff, vs. LAVERNE LUND, LOIS C. LUND, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS, and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Case No. 2017-CH-653 Address: 1226 Blaisdell Street Rockford, IL 61101 Defendants. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE BY PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Non-Record Claimants and all Unknown Owners, Defendants in the above-entitled cause that the above-entitled Demolition Lien Foreclosure action was filed on August 18, 2017 and is now pending. 1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are identified above. 2. The Court in which this action was brought is identified above.

3. The name of the titleholders of record are Laverne Lund and Lois C. Lund 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Lot Two (2) as designated upon the Plat of Sheldon’s Subdivision of a part of the South-West Quarter (1/4) of Section 15, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 7 of Plats on page 26 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. situated in Winnebago County, Illinois P.I.N. No. 11-15-380-023 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 1226 Blaisdell Street, Rockford, IL 61101 6. An identification of the Lien sought to be foreclosed is as follows: a. Name of Property Owners: Laverne Lund and Lois C. Lund b. Name of Lien Holder: City of Rockford c. Date of Lien: May 21, 2015 d. Date of Recording: August 21, 2015 e. County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois f. Recording Document Identification: 20151026078 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 1st day of October, 2017 default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure. Circuit Clerk Matthew D. Flores – ARDC #6323902 City of Rockford Department of Law 425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (779) 348-7395 7966R TRRT 9/6 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 Barber Shop business in said County and State under the name of RockFade Barber Lounge at the following post office addresses: 5411 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Phillip Rodriguez SIGNED: Phillip Rodriguez 8/16/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 16th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7975R TRRT 9/6

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC; Plaintiff, vs. GLORIA J. HAYES; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; GLORIA J. HAYES, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A LAND TRUST AGREEMENT DATED OCTOBER 22, 2013 AND KNOWN AS HAYES LAND TRUST NO. 2013; WILLIE JACK; QUEEN ESTER JACK; DELORES HAYES AKA DELORES JACK; Defendants, 16 CH 920 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 28, 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: The East Twenty-seven and One-half (27 1/2) feet of Lot Ninety-three (93) and the West Forty-five (45) feet of Lot Ninety-four (94) as designated upon the Plat of Garden Acres, a Subdivision of part of the NW 1/4 of Section 34 and NE 1/4 of Section 33, Township 44 N., R. 1 E. of the 3rd P.M., the Plat of which is recorded in Book 22 of Plats on page 33 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, the East and West lines of said tract being parallel with the East line of said Lot Ninety-three (93); situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as 1215 Ogilby Road, Rockford, IL 61102. P.I.N. 11-34-104-010. 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. 16-028547 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3059078 P7954R TRRT 9/6 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK NA; Plaintiff, vs. TRISHA L. WALSTON AKA TRISHA WALSTON; FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 408 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above

entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, September 28, 2017, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT THIRTEEN (13) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT NO. 4 OF MILL ROAD SUBDIVISION, OF PART OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 26, 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 64 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 12-26-151-012. Commonly known as 959 Aura Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61108. The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 4536960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F15080045 I3059070 P7955R TRRT 9/6 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN THE MATTER OF: AMELIA ANNE LESLIE-TUTTLE Case No. 2017-MR-640 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF COURT DATE TAKE NOTICE that a court date on the Petition to change the name of Amelia Anne Leslie-Tuttle to the new name of Amelia Anne Tuttle is set for September 20, 2017 at 10:00 AM in Courtroom 426 at the Winnebago County Courthouse located at 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois. AMELIA ANNE LESLIE-TUTTLE By Bryan Selander, as her attorney Bryan Selander ARDC# 6186998 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 1835 Rockford, IL 61110 (815) 977-3506 7970R TRRT 9/6 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.VICTORIA A. JURY, et al Defendant 16 CH 00115 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 October 2, 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 9 IN NEWBURG

GREEN CONDOMINIUMS AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: PART OF LOTS ONE (1) AND TWO (2) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF NEWBURG GREEN, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 45 OF PLATS ON PAGE 124 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘’B’’ TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NO. 0642750 TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1624 MEADOWLARK LANE UNIT #9, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-33228-014. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale

room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-01385. 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. 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. I726580 P7956R TRRT 9/6 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.STEPHANIE WICK, et al Defendant 16CH 917 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 16, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on October 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 5 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF SCHALCK’S SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER 1/4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 26 OF PLATS ON PAGE 123 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3416 SCHALCK DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-02355-017. 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 258301. 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. 258301 Case Number: 16 CH 917 TJSC#: 37-6565 I726830 P7957R TRRT 9/6 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.NELSON E. SILVA, et al Defendant 17CH 00020 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 October 2, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ONE HUNDRED SIXTEEN (116) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 2 OF LINDEN POINTE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 7 AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 8, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 43

NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 43 OF PLATS ON PAGE 122 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 4002 LINDEN ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61109Property Index No. 16-07278-011. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. 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 14-16-16549. 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. 14-16-16549 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00020 TJSC#: 37-6179 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. I726802 P7958R TRRT 9/6 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC; Plaintiff, vs. JOCELYN GRACEFFA; ANTRAWN NEWBLE; CAVALRY PORTFOLIO SERVICES, LLC; Defendants, 16 CH 882 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 28, 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 Nineteen (19) as designated upon Plat No. 2 of Monarch Acres, being a Subdivision of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 12, Township 43 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of which is recorded in Book 31 on Page 74 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois. Commonly known as 4898 Radnor Drive, Rockford, IL 61109. P.I.N. 15-12-478-003. 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. 16-028071 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3059077 P7959R TRRT 9/6 n n n NOTICE BY PUBLICATION LAURA LINDQUIST, Petitioner, vs. AMETHYST ANN MCCRACKEN, ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES, a Duly Licensed Child Welfare Agency, Respondents. CASE NO: 17 AD 143 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Take notice that on the 4th day of August, 2017, a Petition for Adoption was filed in the Cir-

cuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, 17th Judicial Circuit, and that on the second floor of the Winnebago County Juvenile Justice Center, on the 20th day of September, 2017 at the hour of 8:30 a.m., or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, a hearing will be held upon the Petition for Adoption. Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the Petition, the Petition may be taken for confessed as against you and an Order, Judgment or Decree entered. Dated at Rockford, Illinois this 17th day of August, 2017. Thomas Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court ERIN L. NASH #6304953 Nash Law Office, P.C. 4615 East State Street, Suite 201 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 397-7500 7967R TRRT 9/6 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: KRISTINA M. SYLLA, Plaintiff, And MAMOUDOU SYLLA, Defendant. Case No. 17 D 585 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Defendant MAMOUDOU SYLLA that Plaintiff KRISTINA M. SYLLA has caused to be filed a PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE and other relief in the above-captioned cause of action. You are further notified that if you fail to file an answer or otherwise appear on or before September 25 2017, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition. /s/ Kristina M. Sylla, Plaintiff 7968R TRRT 9/6 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NOTICE OF ADOPTION BY PUBLICATION IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR THE ADOPTION OF: ISABELLA HOPE RICHARDSON, a minor, MIA ELIZABETH RICHARDSON, a minor, Richard Wooten and All Whom It May Concern ADOPTION NO: 17 AD 145 TO: Richard Wooten and All Whom It May Concern TAKE NOTICE that a Petition was filed in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Rockford, Illinois, for the adoption of the children named ISABELLA HOPE RICHARDSON, and MIA ELIZABETH RICHARDSON; NOW THEREFORE unless you, Richard Wooten and All Whom It May Concern, file your answer to the Petition in said suit, or otherwise file your appearance therein, in the said Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Room 108 in the City of Rockford, Illinois, on or before the 29th day of September, 2017, a default may be entered against you at any time following that day, and a judgment order entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition. Dated: August 21, 2017, Rockford, Illinois. THOMAS A. KLEIN, Clerk of the Circuit Court BRIAN K. LARKIN One Court Place - Suite 301 Rockford, IL 61101 815/964-4601 Attorney for Petitioners 7969R TRRT 9/6

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times. 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 ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a women’s clothing business online and in-person business in said County and State under the name of LuLaRoe Samantha Rhea at the following post office addresses: 1104 Nassau Parkway, Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Samantha Carrion SIGNED: Samantha Carrion 8/9/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 9th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7974R TRRT 9/6 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 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 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 MORT-

GAGOR (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 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 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS SAPPHIRE PHILBEE, Petitioner, and LOUIS MUCH, Respondent. No. 17 F 660 PUBLICATION NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, Louis Much, Respondent, that this cause has been commenced against you in this Court asking for an Allocation of Parental Responsibility and Request for Further Relief. Unless you file your response or otherwise file your appearance in this cause, in the office of the Circuit Clerk, Winnebago County, 400 W. State St., Rockford, Illinois 61101, on or before September 25, 2017, a Judgment and other relief may be granted as prayed for in this Petition. Dated: 6/8/17 /s/ Sapphire Philbee 7971R TRRT 9/6 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 Etsy shop - vintage furniture business in said County and State under the name of Legend Lake Creations at the following post office addresses: 7553 Lucky Ln., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Anne Hewitt-Drall; Dan Drall SIGNED: Anne Hewitt-Drall 8/22/17 SIGNED: Dan Drall 8/22/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7972R TRRT 9/6 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 pictures through an app sent to inmates business in said County and State under the name of Sync 2 Lync at the following post office addresses: 4203 Old Golf Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Pamela Wilson SIGNED: Pamela Wilson 8/17/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7973R TRRT 9/6

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

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

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times. 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

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 Winnebago and State of Illinois. P.I.N. No. 11-15-380-029 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 1128 Blaisdell St., Rockford, Illinois 6. An identification of the Lien sought to be foreclosed is as follows: a. Name of Property Owners: James C. Gridley b. Name of Lien Holder: City

of Rockford c. Date of Lien: January 31, 2017 d. Date of Recording: February 10, 2017 e. County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois f. Recording Document Identification: 20171004347 NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, JAMES C. GRIDLEY, Defendant, 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 25th day of September, 2017, default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of the Complaint for Foreclosure. Circuit Clerk Matthew D. Flores – ARDC #6323902 City of Rockford Department of Law 425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104 (779) 348-7154 7940R 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 photography of real estate business in said County and State under the name of Real Estate Cinema [REC] at the following post office addresses: 5747 Gray Eagle Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jonathan Recknagel SIGNED: Jonathan Recknagel 8/17/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 17th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 7976R TRRT 9/6 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Home Improvement and remodeling/siding, gutters, windows, doors, bathroom and kitchen remodeling business in said County and State under the name of Hendriex Exteriors and Remodeling at the following post office addresses: 210 Howard Ave., Rockford, IL 61102; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Beau Hendriex, 815-914-0333 SIGNED: Beau Hendriex 8/14/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 14th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7945R 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 Tree Service business in said County and State under the name of Morning Wood Tree Service at the following post office addresses: 10524 Product Dr., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Steven M. Eisman, Jr. SIGNED: Steven M. Eisman, Jr. 8/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th

day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7946R 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 Pet Grooming business in said County and State under the name of LOL Pet Grooming at the following post office addresses: 5530 Elevator Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Peggy Long SIGNED: Peggy Long 8/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7947R 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 business consulting business in said County and State under the name of Wellbridge Solutions at the following post office addresses: 1643 N. Alpine Rd., Ste. 104-201, Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Lyn Oman; Geoffrey Oman SIGNED: Lyn Oman 8/10/17 SIGNED: Geoffrey Oman 8/10/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 10th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7948R 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 consulting business in said County and State under the name of Starting Block Consulting at the following post office addresses: 8711 Emerald Lane, Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Nickolus McDaniel SIGNED: Nickolus McDaniel 8/11/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 11th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 7949R TRRT 8/30 n n n PUBLIC NOTICE To all persons claiming an interest in: 1977 AMF CRESTLINER, vin # CRL67519M77B with Mercury 850 85HP motor; PETE CHEMELLO will apply for title on watercraft/outboard motor. If you have any claim to the watercraft/outboard motor, contact PETE CHEMELLO at (815) 633-2180. Upon thirty days after the date of the last advertisement if no claim of interest is made and the watercraft/outboard motor has not been reported stolen, clear title shall be issued. 7944R TRRT 8/23

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

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 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

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.

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 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,

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,

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 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 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 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,

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 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC; Plaintiff, vs. JOCELYN GRACEFFA; ANTRAWN NEWBLE; CAVALRY PORTFOLIO SERVICES, LLC; Defendants, 16 CH 882 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 28, 2017 at

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 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 talking to people about good nutrition and selling tea business in said County and State under the name of Guerrero’s at the following post office addresses: 102 15th Ave., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jose Cisneros SIGNED: Jose Cisneros 8/16/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 16th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7977R TRRT 9/6 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 pool business, open, clean, close & service pools business in said County and State under the name of Roscoe Pools at the following post office addresses: 2329 9th St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Epolita Avila SIGNED: Epolita Avila 8/18/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Thalia Gallardo, DEPUTY 7978R TRRT 9/6 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 corporate workspace business in said County and State under the name of The Local at the following post office addresses: 123 N. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Roland Williams IV; Jazzminne Keyes SIGNED: Roland Williams IV 8/18/17 SIGNED: Jazzminne Keyes 8/18/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7979R TRRT 9/6 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 Trucking Company business in said County and State under the name of 7 Down Trucking at the following post office addresses: 2208 24th St., Rockford, IL 61108; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Steve R. Crowell SIGNED: Steve R. Crowell 8/18/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7980R TRRT 9/6 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a painting, staining, spraying, pressure wash, wallpapering, and drywall business in said County and State under the name of Gelafio Painting at the following post office addresses: 4932 Markell Ln., Cherry Valley, IL 61016; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Chad Gelafio, 815-312-7240 SIGNED: Chad Gelafio 8/22/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of August, A.D. 2017. Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Ashley Carter, DEPUTY 7981R TRRT 9/6

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 4898 Radnor Drive, Rockford, IL 61109. P.I.N. 15-12-478-003. 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. 16-028071 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3059077 P7959R TRRT 9/6

30 years as Rockford’s independent news source. In print weekly, online daily. RockRiverTimes.com.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times. 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

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

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 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). public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash and all singular, IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE the following described premises and real estate in said Judgment RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY mentioned, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois, or OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment to-wit: 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7832 Shore Drive You will need a photo identification issued by a government Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into P.I.N. Number: 07-36-202-011 our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the Property Code: 139 B 132 same identification for sales held at other county venues where The The property is commonly known as 7832 Shore Drive Machesney Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. Park, Illinois 61115 and is improved with a residential property. Judgment was taken in the amount of $73,772.42 on behalf of For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, Northwest Bank of Rockford. Property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes and is offered (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 102270. for sale without any representations as to quality or quantity of title THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, is further subject to confirmation by the Court. If the sale is set aside Chicago, IL 60606-4650 for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com return of the deposit paid. Sale terms are cash or certified funds 25% at time of sale and the for a 7 day status report of pending sales. balance, including the judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 $1 for each $1000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purChicago, IL 60606 chaser to the person conducting the sale, provided that in no event (312) 263-0003 shall the fee exceed $300 is due within 24 hours. No fee shall be paid E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its Attorney File No. 102270 credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor or other Case Number: 16 CH 897 lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the TJSC#: 37-5971 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon payment in full on the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be a certificate of sale which will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. used for that purpose. Respective bidders are admonished to check the court file to I725249 P7928R TRRT 8/30 verify all information. n n n For information, contact Timothy F. Horning attorney for Plaintiff, REAL ESTATE NOTICE 3400 N. Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103. Pursuant to Section STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JU- 15-1507 (c)(7) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, no information DICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY HOLCOMB STATE BANK, other than the information contained in this Notice will be provided. Plaintiff, vs. JAMES T. DOUGLAS AKA JAMES DOUGLAS, PATRICIA IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE A. DOUGLAS, STAFF ON SITE OF ILLINOIS, INC., An Illinois Corpo- RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY ration, CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT, LLC, a Wisconsin Limited Liability OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION Company, and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Defendant(s). CASE NO. 2016 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. CH 649 Attorney Timothy F. Horning PUBLIC NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Meyer and Horning P.C. Public Notice is hereby given that in pursuant of the Decree entered Attorney for Plaintiff in said Court in the above-entitled cause on the 26th day of July, 3400 N. Rockton Avenue 2017, I, Gary Caruana, Sheriff of Winnebago County, or such other Rockford, IL 61103 Deputy as may be sitting in my stead, will on September 12, 2017 at 815/636-9300 the hour of 11:00 a.m. in the lobby of the Winnebago County Justice 7936R TRRT 8/30 n n n Center, 650 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, sell at public venue REAL ESTATE NOTICE to the highest and best bidder for cash the following described lands IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT and premises situated in Winnebago County, Illinois in said Judgment mentioned or so much thereof as may be necessary to realize the WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO amount due to satisfy said Judgment with the terms and conditions BANK NA; Plaintiff, vs. TRISHA L. WALSTON AKA TRISHA WALSTON; FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS as set forth herein: The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 408 for information regarding the real estate is: NOTICE OF SALE James E. Stevens PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial 6833 Stalter Drive Sales Corporation will on Thursday, September 28, 2017, at the hour Rockford, Illinois 61108 of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s Winnebago County office, 7210 East State (815) 962-6611 Street, Suite 102, Rockford, Illinois 61108, sell to the highest bidder A. The common address of said property is: 230 Arnold Avenue, for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Rockford, IL 61108 and legally described as: P.I.N. 12-26-151-012. PERMANENT INDEX NO.: (12-28-204-039) Commonly known as 959 Aura Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61108. B. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: comThe improvement on the property consists of a single family mercial building residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common The terms of the sale are: to the highest and best bidder with interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee cash or certified check in full at time of sale. Provided, however, shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section Holcomb State Bank, has the right to submit a credit bid against the 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. amount of its judgment. Property is conveyed in “AS IS” condition. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 Sale subject to Court approval; buyer will be entitled to possession hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be of property 30 days after confirmation of sale by Court. open for inspection. Title will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, or special taxes which are a lien upon the real estate, but have not Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, yet become due and payable, and special assessment, if any, and Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit easements and restrictions of record. The subject property is offered www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F15080045 for sale without any presentation as to quality or quantity of title or I3059070 recourse to Plaintiff. Any personal property that may be located at/ P7955R TRRT 9/6 n n n in the property is not included in this sale. Upon the sale being made and the purchaser tendering said bid REAL ESTATE NOTICE in cash or certified funds, a Receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINcertificate of sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a NEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, deed upon Court confirmation of said sale. -v.- VICTORIA A. JURY, et al Defendant 16 CH 00115 The property will not be open for inspection. NOTICE OF SALE The judgment amount was $309,345.70. Prospective purchasers PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment are admonished to check the court file to verify this information. of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 28, /s/ Gary Caruana 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM Sheriff of Winnebago County on October 2, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG,BALSLEY & VAN EVERA, LLP ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, BY: JAMES E. STEVENS (3128256) as set forth below, the following described real estate: 6833 Stalter Drive Commonly known as 1624 MEADOWLARK LANE UNIT #9, Rockford, IL 61108 ROCKFORD, IL 61108 815-962-6611 Property Index No. 12-33-228-014. jstevens@bslbv.com The real estate is improved with a residence. 7934R TRRT 8/30 Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the n n n close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third REAL ESTATE NOTICE party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO NORTHWEST BANK the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its OF ROCKFORD, PLAINTIFF, Vs, BRIAN DIGIOVANNI a/k/a BRIAN J. credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other DIGIOVANNI, UNKNOWN OTHERS, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the UNKNOWN TENANTS, DEFENDANTS. 2015 CH 232 residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S FORECLOSURE SALE subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any Foreclosure heretofore entered by the said Court on the 22ND day representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse of July, 2016 in the above-entitled cause, GARY CARAUNA, Sheriff to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to of Winnebago County, Illinois will on the 14th day of September, confirmation by the court.Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the 2017 at the hour of 11:00 A.M., at the Winnebago County Criminal purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser Justice Center, 650 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61102 sell at 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 14-16-01385. 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. 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. I726580 P7956R TRRT 9/6 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- STEPHANIE WICK, et al Defendant 16CH 917 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 16, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on October 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 3416 SCHALCK DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61103 Property Index No. 11-02-355-017. 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 258301. 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. 258301 Case Number: 16 CH 917 TJSC#: 37-6565 I726830 P7957R TRRT 9/6

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times. n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- NELSON E. SILVA, et al Defendant 17CH 00020 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 October 2, 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 4002 LINDEN ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61109Property Index No. 16-07-278-011. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. 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 14-16-16549. 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. 14-16-16549 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 17 CH 00020 TJSC#: 37-6179 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. I726802 P7958R TRRT 9/6 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS DITECH FINANCIAL LLC; Plaintiff, vs. GLORIA J. HAYES; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; GLORIA J. HAYES, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A LAND TRUST AGREEMENT DATED OCTOBER 22, 2013 AND KNOWN AS HAYES LAND TRUST NO. 2013; WILLIE JACK; QUEEN ESTER JACK; DELORES HAYES AKA DELORES JACK; Defendants, 16 CH 920 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 28, 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 1215 Ogilby Road, Rockford, IL 61102. P.I.N. 11-34-104-010. 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. 16-028547 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3059078 P7954R TRRT 9/6 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: 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

DENTAL Insurance Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

STRESSING OUT

A less expensive way to help get the dental care you deserve

ABOUT YOUR

DEBT? Let

If you’re over 50, you can get coverage for about $1 a day* Keep your own dentist! NO networks to worry about No wait for preventive care and no deductibles –

National Debt Relief help you

you could get a checkup tomorrow

Coverage for over 350 procedures – including cleanings,

exams, fillings, crowns…even dentures

NO annual or lifetime cap on the cash benefits you can receive Get A Free Savings Estimate

See How Quickly You Can Be Debt Free

Get Out Of Debt Without Bankruptcy

No Upfront Fees And No Obligation

LESS STRESS AND LOWER DEBT IS ONLY A PHONE CALL AWAY

FREE Information Kit

1-855-980-5375 www.dental50plus.com/river

*Minimum $10,000 unsecured debt required

Call now and speak with a debt specialist today

877-209-2872

*Individual plan. Product not available in MN, MT, NH, RI, VT, WA. Acceptance guaranteed for one insurance policy/certificate of thistype. Contact us for complete details about this insurance solicitation. This specific offer is not available in CO, NY;call 1-800-969-4781 or respond for similar offer. Certificate C250A (ID: C250E; PA: C250Q); Insurance Policy P150 (GA: P150GA; NY: P150NY; OK: P150OK; TN: P150TN) 6096C

MB16-NM001Gc

CLASSIFIEDS 34

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

Mon-Sat 9am-5pm Call for emergency after hours. TFN 2ND CONGREGATIONAL WANTED OLD JAPANESE CHURCH THRIF T SHOP MOTORCYCLES KAWASAKI 3 1 8 N . C h ur c h St . O p e n Z1-900 (1972-75), KZ900, KZ1000 Tu e s d a y 9 a m -1 p m T F N (1976-1982), Z1R, KZ 1000MK2 (1979,80), W1-650, H1-500 (196972), H2-750 (1972-1975), S1-250, GARAGE SALES S2-350, S3-400, KH250, KH400, SUZUKI-GS400, GT380, HONDA- G a r a g e s a l e a t 6 3 2 7 CB750K (1969-1976), CBX1000 John St ree t , Love s Park . (1979,80) CASH!! 1-800-772- Thursday, August 24 & Friday, 1142 1-310-7 21-07 26 usa@ August 25. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 8/23 classicrunners.com (NANI) TOP CASH PAID! FOR OLD MOTORCYCLES! 1900-1979. DEAD OR ALIVE! 920-371-0494 (IPA)

MOTORCYCLES

AUTOS WANTED Donate Your Car to Veterans Today! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% ta x deduc tible. Call 1-800-245-0398 (NANI) CARS/TRUCKSWANTED!!! All Make/Models 2000-2015! Any Condition. Running or Not. Competitive Offer! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-416-2330. (NANI) DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARIT Y.Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-752-6680 (MCN) D O N AT E Y O U R C A R , TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1-800-283-0205 (MCN)

APPLIANCES Washers, dryers, stoves, refriger ators. Appliance servicing, warranties, delivery available anytime. 815-721-6318. 8/23

AUCTIONS L ARGE TOOL AUCTION August 27th at Noon 15 3 1 Indus t r ial P ar k Rd . , Minonk, IL MECHANIC, CONTRACT & POWER TOOLS! Plus Yard & Misc. Garage Items! 309-244-7140 w w w. hoylandauc tion.com (IPA)

THRIFT STORES F H C T h r i f t S h o p 710 broadway 815-299-3615 Open

GARAGE SALE AUG 25–27 FRI–SAT 8AM–5PM

SUNDAY

up today Limited time Only. CALL NOW! 844-359-1203 (MCN) Stop paying too much for cable,and get DISH today. Call 855-589-1962 to learn more about our special offers! (MCN) SAV E on internet and TV bundles!Order the best exclusive cable and satellite deals in your area!If eligible, get up to $300 in Visa Gift Cards. CALL NOW! 1-800-925-0146 (MCN) DISH NETWORK. TV for Less, Not Less TV! FREE DVR. FREE Install (up to 6 rooms.) $49.99/ mo. PLUS Hi-Speed Internet $14.95/mo (where available.). Call 1-855-434-0020 (MCN)

MISCELLANEOUS

inc lude d . L imi te d o f fer/ Restrictions Apply. Call Today and Save. 855-549-9399 (MCN) Paying too much for car insurance?Not sure? Want better coverage? Call now for a free quote and learn more today! 855-417-7382 (MCN) M ov in g o u t o f s t a te? Best Interstate Moving and Storage offers a FREE Quote and A Price Plus Promise. Call 855-428-6241 Now! (MCN)

BURIAL NEEDS 2 plots at Sunset Memorial Gardens . G ood shepherd section, row 148, spaces 5 & 6. $5,500 firm. 815-222-7262. 9/27

Lung Cancer? And 60+ Years Old? If So, You And Your Family

FARM & RANCH

To Learn More. No Risk. No Money Out Of Pocket. (NANI) Owe the IRS? You May qualify for Relief today! Stop Bank Levy’s & Wage Garnishments. M-T 8-8pm, F 8-6pm, and Sat 9-5pm C ST Espanol Available, Free consultation. Not Valid in MN, WV & ND Call NOW 1-800-214-1903 (NANI) SENIOR LIVING referral service, A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation’s largest FREE, no obligation senior living referr al ser vice. Cont ac t our trusted local exper t s today! 1-800-217-3942 (NANI) CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2000 and Newer. Nation’s Top Car Buyer! Free Towing From Anywhere! Call Now: 1-800-864-5960. (NANI) CASH PAID for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! 1 DAY PAYMENT & PREPAID shipping. HIGHEST PRICES! Call 1-888-7 76-7 7 71. w w w. Cash4DiabeticSupplies. c o m ( N A N I ) Social Security Disability? Up to $ 2,67 1/mo. (Ba sed on paid-in amount .) FREE evaluation! Call Bill Gordon & Associates. 1- 855-376-6502. Mail: 2420 N St NW, Washington DC. Office: Broward Co. FL., member TX/NM Bar. (NANI) Dish Network-Satellite Television Services. Now Over 190 channels for ONLY $ 49.99/mo! HBO -FREE for one year, FREE Installation, FREE Streaming, FREE HD. Add Internet for $14.95 a month. 1-800-718-1593 (NANI) Make a Connec tion. Real People, Flirty Chat . Mee t sing le s r ig ht now! Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: Call 1-877-737-9447 1 8 + ( N A N I ) HERO MILES - to find out more about how you can help our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need, visit the Fisher House website at www.fisherhouse.org (NANI) Lower that Cell Phone Bill. Get 2 lines of unlimited data for $100/mo. with AutoPay-taxes & fees included. Video Streaming & Mobile Hotspot

land. Call for a Free info packet & Quote. 1-866-309-1507 www. BaseCampLeasing.com (IPA)

EVERYTHING 50% OFF May Be Entitled To A Significant GOT LAND? Our Hunters 8AM–1PM Cash Award. Call 877-648-6308 will Pay Top $$$ To hunt your HP all in one computer, printer, dolls, housewares, misc furniture, baskets, pictures, books & more!

788 CANDY LANE MACHESNEY PARK CABLE/INTERNET Spectrum Triple Play: TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. We buy your existing contract up to $500! 1-800-919-3588 (MCN) Exede satellite internet. Affordable, high speed broadband satellite internet anywhere in the U.S. Order now and save $100. Plans s t a r t a t $ 3 9. 9 9/m o n t h . Call 1-800-712-9365 (MCN) C u t t h e C a b l e! C A L L DIRECTV.Bundle & Save! Over 145 Channel s PLUS Genie HD-DVR. $50/month for 2 Years (with AT&T Wireless.) Call for Other Great Offers! Call 1-800-203-4378 (MCN) S W I TCH TO DIREC T V. From $50/Month, includes FREE Genie HD/DVR # 3 months HBO, SHOWTIME, CINEMA X, STARZ. Get a $50 Gift Card. C a l l 8 7 7- 8 9 4 - 5 2 7 5 (M C N) Change the way you watch TV- Get rid of cable and get DIRECTV! You may also qualify to receive $100 VISA gift card when you sign

WE BUY JUNK CARS Towing & Recovery, Lock Outs, Jump Starts, Tire Changes

4 Door Truck with room for passengers

815-988-8888

TRAVEL ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT packages at Sandals, Dreams, Secrets, Riu, Barcelo, Occidental and many more. Punta Cana, Mexico, Jamaica and many of the Caribbean islands. Search available options for 2017/2018 at www.NCPtravel. com or call 877-270-7260. (NANI)

MEDICAL/HEALTH VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 50 Pills + 10 FREE. SPECIAL $99.00 100% guaranteed. FREE Shipping! 24/7 CALL: 1-888-8689758 Hablamos Espanol. (NANI) VIAGR A & CIALIS! 60 pills for $99. 100 pills f o r $ 15 0 F R EE s hi p p i n g . NO prescriptions needed. Money b ac k g uar an te e d! 1 - 8 8 8 -2 7 8 - 61 6 8 (N A N I) D E N TA L I N S U R A N C E . Call Physicians Mutual Insurance Company for details. NOT just a discount plan, REAL coverage for 350 procedures. 8 8 8 - 6 2 3 -3 0 3 6 o r h t t p :// w w w.dental50plus.com/58 Ad# 6118 (NANI) OX YGEN - Any time. Any where. No tanks to refill. No deliveries. The AllNew Inogen One G4 is only 2.8 pounds! FAA approved! FREE info kit: 844-558-7482 (NANI)

EMPLOYMENT Make $1,000’S Weekly! Mailing Brochures! Easy Pleasant Work !: W W W. HomeBucks.us #### $1,000’S Weekly! Processing Mail! Send SASE: Lists/NN, Springhouse, PA 1947 7-0396 (NANI) THE ROAD TO A GREAT CAREER STARTS AT TTI! TTI Inc continues to grow - Family owned, Driver satisfaction is a priority! EXPERIENCED DRIVERS *Flatbed *Step Deck *Van *LTL Reefer. Full benefits w/ Minimal health ins. Premiums, FREE after 5 years! + Industry leading Driver Bonus Program! Must have Class A CDL & 2 yrs

OTR Exp. Call Ruth or Mike at TTI Inc 1-800-222-5732 Apply online ttitrucking.com (IPA) TRUCK DRIVER NEEDED for growing company. Good pay and benef it s . Driver friendly. Great equipment. No touch freight. Experience with Class A license required. N o r t h C e n t r a l Re g i o n a l . Call 800-533-0564 ext.205 w w w . M C F G T L . c o m ( M C N) Local Courtesy Callers Needed in your area. Up to $100.00+ per HOUR. Con t ac t bbs teps@y ahoo. com or 3 2 3-366-5178 . No Experience-Start Now!(MCN) PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1000 A Week Mailing Brochures From Home! No Experience Re quir e d . H e l p in g h o m e workers since 2001! Genuine Opportunity. Start Immediately! www.MailingBucks.com (MCN) MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance! Mailing Brochures at Home! Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately! Age unimportant! WWW.HomeBucks.US ###### Earn $1,000’s Proce s sing Mail! Detail s: Rush SA SE: L I S T S/I A , S p r i n g h o u s e , PA 1947 7-0396 (MCN)

EDUCATION 25 DRI V ER TR A INEE S NEEDED NOW! Earn $1000 per week! Paid CDL Training! STEVENS TRANSPORT COVERS ALL COSTS! 1-877-209-1309 drive4s tevens.com (NANI) AIRLINE MECHANIC T R A ININ G - Get FA A certification. Approved for military benefits. Financial Aid if qualified. Job placement a s sis t ance. C all Aviat ion Ins t itute of Maintenance 8 8 8 - 6 8 6 -1 70 4 (N A N I)

BURIAL NEEDS

2 Crypts for sale at Sunset Memorial Gardens Chapel of Love Section R3 #54 & #55 Level 6 Value $11,790 Selling $8,900 (included $195 quit claim fee & $1,179 endowment care)

815-289-7276

MASONRY

HANDYMAN

SUPERIOR CONCRETE

HUMBLE HANDYMAN SERVICES

Raising and Replacement

Sidewalks, Driveways, Patios, Garage Floors, raised & leveled. Quality concrete work. Reasonable prices.

(815) Free Estimates 962-6245 815-975-4268

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED Dog/Cat Groomer

Family-owned, local company

Looking for Quality Drivers – Local and regional positions available

Must have own equipment.

– Best pay in area – Dedicated Lanes, home every night

BOBCAT WORK

REAL ESTATE

Call Mike 815-608-6350

Pampered Pet Grooming 815-282-9663 Ask for Dena or Sally

Private Club

Looking for Quick cash for Bartenders

your home or apartment! Any condition! Call Jack Hansen @ 815-218-0939

Key Realty

Full or part-time. Two years professional experience needed.

TREE SERVICE Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Seasonal Cleanups, Mulch. Also seasoned firewood for sale. Insured, Free Estimates, Senior Discounts. TREES PLUS - 815-721-6318. 8/23

Plumbing, Electric, Doors, Floors, Roofing, Gutter Repair, Power Washing, and Cleanout. All interior and exterior repairs.

COCKER SPANIELS

Cocker Spaniel

and Janitors

AKC puppies – Minis too Shots-wormed.

Must Have Own Transportation

A1 companions/lap dogs. MC/VISA or payments? Koshkonong Lake Road. Be gently persistent. 920-563-3410 Visit our website at: pennylanecockerspaniel.com State License #268588 Also–Home-raised peacocks

Send Resume to

P.O. Box 9182

Rockford, IL 61109

Looking for Semi Truck & Trailer Mechanic Experienced mechanic or starter mechanic, self motivated and willing to learn.

815-608-6350

DISCLAIMER. this publication does not knowingly accept fraudulent or deceptive advertising. readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all ads, especially those asking for money in advance.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

RN/LPN AREFT YOU READY TO rd 1stDO •2nd•3 Shift AND

ALPINE CHALET APARTMENTS

Working with individuals ALL SHIFTS with$9.43/hr, developmental disabilities. Working w/ Individuals Great vacation time/benefits. w/ Developmental Disabilities Sign-on Bonus! Paid training, good benefits

1 & 2 BR APARTMENTS

and On-Call/Every BE MORE? Other Weekend Join our team of Care Providers

4060 Rd 4060 McFarland Rd 4060McFarland McFarland Rd Rockford, Rockford, IL IL Rockford, IL61111 61111

E. STATE & ALPINE

LARGE ROOMS, SPACIOUS CLOSETS Call us to See Your Next Apartment

815-398-9614

Building Lives • Building Futures Building Lives • Building Futures

M M A A T T T T EE R R SS

Newsletter For The Friends & Supporters of MILESTONE, Inc. Newsletter For The Friends & Supporters of MILESTONE, Inc.

FALL FALL2014 2014

CONTENTS CONTENTS

A Mother’s Story A Mother’s Story 3 3 RVCU Helps Adopt A RVCU Helps Adopt A Camper Camper 4 4 Adopt A Camper Adopt A Camper A Success A Success 5 5 Special Olympics Special Olympics Update Update 6 6 Help with Help with MILESTONE’S MILESTONE’S Ongoing Projects Ongoing Projects 7 7 Holiday Cards Holiday Cards 8 8

THERE THEREIS ISAANEED NEEDFOR FORNEW NEWPHYSICAL PHYSICALTHERAPY THERAPYEQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT

M M

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

Corporate Office: 4060 McFarland Road • Rockford, IL 61111 • 815/654-6100 • www.MILESTONE-INC.org Corporate Office: 4060 McFarland Road • Rockford, IL 61111 • 815/654-6100 • www.MILESTONE-INC.org

Celebrating 90 Years

Lafaye e Hotel

Long Folder Specialist Develop Long Folding and Folding equip (“F/LF”). Duties incl: design elec components/schematics F/LF; develop software for indust sheet metal CNC machines; teach/train field service techs on mech/elec processes and software; devel prototypes for indust sheet metal CNC machines, incl testing; identify improvements/troubleshooting issues; quality review and provide improvement re customer products/efficiency; manage procedures to ensure quality standards; provide expertise re prints, specs, tooling, process product maintenance, raw materials, purchased products; act as channel between Roper Whitney and ECS in Italy.

Daily, Weekly & Residential Rates Commercial Space • Banquet Facilities • Fully Stocked Lounge 815-964-5651 • 411 Mulberry Street

Requirements 10 yrs exp w manufacture, install, service, design of F/LF, creating elec panels and layouts for F/LF, troubleshooting elec equip and elec panels, cust serv and devel of cust relations; 5 yrs exp w ECS software and software devel for F/LF, engineering management, and Quality Assurance; fluency in English and Italian (tech specs); and perm US work auth.

Contact: P. Holstrum, Mgr HR/Admin Roper Whitney Co. 2833 Huffman Blvd Rockford, IL 61103 Related Management Company

DISCLAIMER. this publication does not knowingly accept fraudulent or deceptive advertising. readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all ads, especially those asking for money in advance.

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

VOICES FROM THE GRAVE

An unlikely suspect BY KATHI KRESOL

CONTRIBUTOR

innebago County Deputy Sheri� George Bubser thought he had seen it all. He was the deputy sheri� of the county in 1921, during prohibition. He had seen murders, suicides, and men who had been blinded by the illegal hooch that was sold on the streets. But he was completely ba�ed by the boy who sat before him. Sheri� Bubser knew the boy, of course. Most people in Rockford knew the small, crippled boy named Herbie Steward. The Winnebago Chapter of the American Red Cross had collected money to have the boy’s legs straightened so that he could use crutches instead crawling around on his hands. After Herbie returned from the surgery in Chicago, people were pleased to see him taking classes at the business school in Rockford. The 18-year-old had rigged up a car so that he could use hand levers for the pedals. Though Herbie lived in New Milford with his foster parents, Frank and Ida Armstrong, even folks in Rockford knew the boy. So when a police o�cer brought Herbie into the Sheri�’s o�ce, neither of the men believed the story the boy told. The sheri� sent some men out to the Armstrong farm in New Milford and was waiting until they reported in. It wasn’t very long until he got the phone call. The men described the unbelievable

LOCAL HISTORY

Rockford’s founding years

very-other week, The Rock River Times will bring you a glimpse back into the earliest days of Rockford, from its founding in 1834 to the Civil War. Taken from a series of advertisements from the old Rockford National Bank, these short tales and original illustrations paint the narrative of Germanicus Kent and the people who followed in laying the foundations of our city. “The basis for all of these advertisement are authentic historical facts, gleaned from long careful study and research of Government, State, and local records,” says the introduction to this collection of artifacts. This week, we look back to 1861, as war descends on the nation and the ﬁrst of Rockford’s volunteers fall in.

scene they found. They arrived after dark and had to use their ﬂashlights as they opened the door to the darkened house. The small beams of light illuminated the gruesome scene. They ﬁrst spotted the body of Frank Armstrong lying in the doorway between the kitchen and dining room. Most of Frank’s head had been blown o� by the blast of a shotgun. In the dining room, they found the body of 55-year-old Ida. Her head was resting on her hands with her face down on her plate of food. The o�cers were shaken by the scene and backed out of the house to wait for the coroner. Back at the o�ce, Bubser was having trouble matching the brutal crime scene to the young boy in front of him. Bubser asked Herbie to tell his story again. Herbie stated that he knew that

Frank was angry with him for coming home late that night. Frank ﬂew into a rage at dinner when he announced that he knew Herbie had skipped school that day to go ride around with some girls. Herbie decided he wasn’t hungry anymore and crawled from the dining room into the kitchen where he kept his crutches. He grew frightened as he heard Frank push back his own chair to follow Herbie. Frank was a large man and he had according to Herbie, “beaten him severely” in the past. Herbie grabbed one of the shot guns that Frank left loaded all throughout the house. Later, Herbie would say he meant to just scare Frank to get him to stop. But Herbie ﬁred immediately, hitting Frank in the head. Herbie heard Ida scream once so he reloaded the shotgun. He had to scoot

himself across the floor to get a clear shot and then he fired at the back of her head. Then Herbie crawled to his crutches, grabbed the shotgun and a pistol that was in the house, and placed them in the car. He also grabbed his dog before he left. Herbie stated that he originally was going to drive somewhere and shoot himself but then he lost his nerve. He drove into Rockford to find a police o�cer to turn himself in. Herbie Steward’s trial was a sensation in Rockford. Over 600 people crammed into the courtroom every day. Defense witnesses stated that Frank and Ida both beat Herbie while witnesses for the prosecution denied those claims. The men on the jury convicted Herbie for the manslaughter of Ida Armstrong. They sentenced him to the state penitentiary for five years. The judge thought the jury got the conviction right but disagreed with the sentence. He changed it to five years in the State Reformatory School where Herbie could continue his treatment for his legs and his schooling. Afterward, both sides felt that they had lost. Neither side felt that justice had been served either for the Armstrong’s or for Herbie. That sentiment was shared by Deputy Sheri� Bubser, who later stated that he never forgot this horrendous crime or the young boy who committed it. R. Kathi Kresol is a local author and historian who has researched Rockford’s past for over a decade. Visit hauntedrockford.com.

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times.

FARM & AG

Wrapping up your cover crops

Assessing 2017’s corn production BY DEBRA LEVEY LARSON U OF I NEWS BUREAU

BY GRANT MCCARTY CONTRIBUTOR

Last week, I went brieﬂy into exit strategies on cover crops, and this element of using and planting cover crops remain crucial. The exit strategy is how you will get rid of the cover crop. These strategies include winter kill, hand removal, tilling, and cutting. Radish is a cover crop that will winter kill. When temperatures reach around freezing, the radish will die o� and remain in place until planting next year. Very few cool season cover crops will winter kill. Mostly the summer cover crops like buckwheat and others are the only ones. Rye and Wheat are cover crops that can be tilled under or cut in spring. If you till them under, till a month before planting of your spring crops to allow for the cover crop to break down. If you cut the cover crop, leave it in place to provide a mulch layer and weed control. You may ﬁnd that even when cutting that the cover crop may recover and put on growth. You can use a weed trimmer to kill the cover crop. You may also decide to use a cover crop mixture. You will still take into account exit strategy and growth

habits. Typically, these mixtures have between 2-3 di�erent cover crops. If you plant more than 2-3 cover crop species, you may find that they do not grow well together and compete with one another. Keep in mind that your seeding rate will need to reflect having multiple cover crop species. A typical seeding rate for two species would be 50/50 of the recommended rate. A common cover crop mixture involves leguminous and non-leguminous. Both of these will have di�erent growing features while one will be able to sequester nitrogen from the atmosphere. As a recap for the past month on cover crops, first, determine what your soil and growing needs are. Is it soil nitrogen, weed control, compaction, nutrient scavenging, or many features? Know how a cover crop will be terminated. Determine how you will plant the cover crop. Once all of these have been factored in, you should find a number of cover crops available to use and grow. 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.

The August Crop Production report surprised many market observers by forecasting 2017 corn production at 14.153 billion bushels. In particular, the corn yield forecast of 169.5 bushels per acre came under scrutiny due to higher-than-expected yield forecasts in major producing states. According to University of Illinois agricultural economist Todd Hubbs, the question is whether the corn production forecast will change enough to result in higher prices than those currently reﬂected in the market. “A lower prediction for corn production can occur from a combination of lower estimates of harvested acreage or a reduced yield forecast,” Hubbs says. “The National Agricultural Statistical Service forecast of the 2017 U.S. average corn yield in August at 169.5 bushels, approximately one bushel larger than the estimated linear trend from 1960 to 2016.” Hubbs says historical data suggests the forecast will change in future Crop Production reports. Because the August forecast came in higher than expected this year, many observers think subsequent forecasts will be lower. Using data from 1990-2016, the change in the yield forecast from August to September declined in 14 of those years. The decline exceeded one bushel in nine of those years and exceeded two bushels in six years. The 2010 and 2011 crop years, in particular, are notable in that the August forecast declined relative to the ﬁnal yield estimate by 12.4 and 6.2 bushels respectively. The change in the yield forecast from August to September

declined 2.5 bushels in 2010 and 4.9 in 2011. During the last two years, USDA August forecasts of corn yield came in within a bushel of the final yield estimate. “Currently, there is no indication of a significant change in planted or harvested acreage for corn in 2017,” Hubbs says. “NASS estimates will become more precise in October as acreage data reported to the Farm Service Agency by producers enrolled in federal farm programs become available for review.” FSA released the first report for 2017 on Aug. 10. “Producers reported 86.8 million acres of planted corn, which is lower than the 90.9 million acres currently used by NASS,” Hubbs says. “The FSA figures should grow as we move through the year as reporting is completed. Because not all producers must report to FSA, the final FSA figure will be less than the eventual NASS estimate.” The states with the largest prevented corn acreage in the August report totaled 119,963 acres in Kansas, 101,562 in New York, and 97,803 in Wisconsin. Prevented corn acres in the eastern Corn Belt were relatively small, according to Hubbs. Prevented acres totaled 26,183 in Illinois, 32,243 in Indiana, and 27,811 in Ohio despite significant amounts of precipitation during the planting period in many regions of those states. “It is possible that these acreage levels will grow as we move through the rest of the year,” Hubbs says. “However, recent crop tours in Illinois provided some support for the notion that the current crop does not meet the current yield forecast expectations provided by the USDA.”

Pumpkin crop faces threat BY LAUREN QUINN U OF I NEWS BUREAU

On Aug. 17, University of Illinois pumpkin expert Mohammad Babadoost detected downy mildew in a pumpkin ﬁeld in Kankakee County and warns that it could spread quickly. Babadoost, a plant pathologist in the Department of Crop Sciences at U of I, observed heavy sporulation of the pathogen on leaves in the a�ected ﬁeld. “With current weather conditions, the pathogen could spread very fast and a�ect all cucurbit crops,” he says. Farmers can protect cucurbit crops by applying fungicides, according to

Babadoost. “I suggest the following fungicides for control of cucurbit downy mildew in Illinois: mandipropamid (Revus, FRAC: 40) + chlorothalonil (Bravo Weather Stik, FRAC: M), alternated with oxathiapiprolin + chlorothalonil (Orondis Opti, FRAC: U15 + M) or cyazofamid (Ranman, FRAC: 21) + chlorothalonil (Bravo Weather Stik) or ﬂuazinam (Omega, FRAC: 29),” he says. As always, label recommendations, particularly pre-harvest interval (PHI), should be carefully considered when applying fungicides. For additional information and photos, visit go.illinois.edu/downy_mildew.

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

Veterans

Crossword

WW2 raider returns to Guadalcanal By Andy Kravetz Peoria Journal Star

PEORIA — When Harold Berg stepped onto the white beach of Guadalcanal in late July, he carried memories of the battle he participated in 75 years ago, and also of his buddies he left behind. “That to me, is the greatest thing. I didn’t know the men who died but I’ll be representing the Marines that should be there. I feel that I am doing that,” he said. “I feel that I am representing the Marines who should be there.” Berg, 91, is among the last of the World War II Raiders, an elite unit that was the precursor of special operations in the U.S. military. And this soft-spoken, former insurance salesman from Central Peoria is the only veteran of that battle able to make the trip to the Solomon Islands for the dedication of a new memorial to honor the Raiders who fought and died there. And what a trip. He flew from Peoria to Los Angeles to a small airport in the Fiji Islands. From there, he caught a connecting flight to Guadalcanal, a mere five hours away. Also to be present were members of the modern Raiders, the Marines with the U.S. Marine Corps Special Operations Command which carries on the namesake of their World War II brethren. Berg was asked to participate because he is among the last of those who served in the original Raider battalions, which were based upon British commando units. The two-year experiment was a way to bring the fight more quickly to the Japanese who, until Guadalcanal, had ridden roughshod across the Pacific. Raiders weren’t designed to win big battles. They conducted small unit raids. Essentially, they were to land on Japanese-held islands before the main force of Marines, disrupt the beach defenses and to cause as many casualties and destruction as they could. They were on their own, without much support. Berg dropped out of Woodruff High School as a junior and enlisted in the Marines when he was 17. “It might not be politically correct, but I wanted to fight

Crossword & Sudoku

This week’s solutions, from Page 23.

Harold Berg, talks with a friend at Berg’s home in Peoria. Berg is one of the few Marine Raiders still living who fought in the battle of Guadalcanal in the South Pacific during World War II. Photo, David Zalaznik/Journal Star the Japanese,” he told the Journal Star late last year. A n d h e d i d, p a r t i c ip a t i n g i n Guadalcanal, where he waded ashore in early 1943. The bulk of the fighting was over, but thousands of Japanese soldiers still were on the island looking to kill as many GIs as they could. He also was wounded in Guam and participated in the battles for Saipan, Bouganville and New Georgia. After the Raiders were folded into the 4th Marine Regiment, he participated in Okinawa as a squad leader. All 12 of his men were killed or wounded during the fighting. He, too, was injured in the Pacific’s last big campaign. Berg wants to go not just to honor his fallen Marines but also to bring history to life for the younger generation. For many, he says, the war has become nothing more than words on paper. By talking at memorials or reunions or functions, Berg shows a more human side and that it was, indeed, real. “I have a lot of friends that I meet every week and I tell them what I see,” he said of his frequent outings with area veterans. And his son, Brad Berg, agrees. “This is a chance to tell his story and for others to hear it. Am I nervous? Yes, he’s going a long way, but he’s going back there to help and to honor the Marines and others,” his son said. “I am proud of him.”

Across 1. Pocket bread, pl. 6. Mele Kalikimaka wreath 9. Hoofbeat 13. Not dead 14. Freddy Krueger’s street 15. Sacagawea to Lewis and Clark 16. Wrinkle-prone fabric 1 7. R a p s h e e t abbreviation 18. Tanks and such 19. Spongebob’s pal 21. Sullivan’s theatrical partner 23. Fa, ____, la, ti, doh 24. Daniel Defoe’s ____ Flanders 25. Swindle 28. Ready for picking 30. Right before “camera” 35. Fish eggs, pl. 37. Straight whiskey, e.g. 39. Capital of Egypt 40. Grand Theft object 41. Per ____, or yearly 43. Hidden valley 44. Bonnie and Clyde, partners in this

46. Australian palm 47. Distinctive elegance 48. One’s net worth 50. Companion of Pinta and Santa Maria 52. Slovenly abode 53. Use a noose 55. Any doctrine 57. Rogers’ tapping partner 61. Mohammed, alt. sp. 65. Having three dimensions 66. Chapter in history 68. Jeweler’s glass 69. Moves closer 70. Brownish gray horse 71. Ruhr’s industrial center 72. Does something wrong 73. Japanese capital 74. Affirmatives Down 1. Explore with one’s hand 2. Pelvic parts 3. Typically on limo window 4. Affirms 5. Junior’s predecessor

6. Plumbing problem 7. M e m b e r o f t h e Benevolent Order 8. Idealized image 9. “_ _ _ _ Your Enthusiasm” 10. Tart garnish 11. Smell 12. Chipper 15. Pertaining to Gaul 20. People’s Republic 22. Down with the flu 24. ____ of life 25. Will’s roommate 26. Predecessor to “truly” in a letter 27. Petite, masculine 29. ____ and Teller 31. Measuring instrument 32. Higher ground, pl. 33. Yummy reward 34. Cher’s “I Got You Babe” partner 36. “Brave New World” drug 38. South American Indian 42. Opposite of depression 45. Socrates’ concern

49. Musical gift 51. Mary-Kate’s twin 54. Clingy one 56. Rocky and Bullwinkle, or flying squirrel and ____ 57. Teenager’s woe 58. Plaintiff 59. Type of ski lift 60. What snob puts on 61. “Buddenbrooks” author 62. Rumple 63. “All for one, one for all” sword 64. Change for a twenty 67. ”The Murders in the ___ Morgue”

August 23, 2017 The Rock River Times. <<< From Back Cover edge in terms of a homegrown pass rusher since the halcyon days of Richard Dent. The Bears know it. Floyd knows it too, even if his bashfulness would never allow him to admit as much to the fact. But Floyd’s not satisfied. That much is for certain. Not even close. Obvious goals of staying healthy for 16 games after suffering two concussions and missing a little over four contests in his rookie year are aspects that stick out the most for Floyd to improve upon. There’s a reason he bulked up to a sturdy 251 pounds and worked on refining his tackling technique: to help his body better withstand punishment and last longer. Early signs are all positive. The road to perfection, or at least striving for perfection for Floyd, isn’t over yet though. And the Bears themselves understand there’s still so much untapped potential to unlock with their young pupil. The people closest to the second-year pro are best able to understand his mental and physical process. “He’s hungry, he just wants to be great. There’s no if’s, and’s, or but’s about it. said Floyd’s veteran edge teammate excitedly, Sam Acho. Acho himself isn’t a star by any means. However, as a seven-year veteran in separate stints with the Bears and Cardinals, Acho’s been around long enough to recognize transcendent talents such as Floyd. His word isn’t a final judgment, but still holds plenty of weight as one of many veteran mentors Floyd can turn to for support. “Leonard (Floyd) just wants to be great. He wants to do all the little things to be great. He has all the ability to be great. And we’re pushing him and he’s pushing me in trying to make me better,” said Acho. That statement sheds the best light on Floyd the Bear, the cornerstone. There are no “if’s, and’s, or but’s” because Floyd is too busy actually proving it to everyone on a regular basis, the way you’d expect a player with a honed swagger to do. Glimpses of that swagger and potential were on display during this year’s training camp in Bourbonnais. ••• nyone standing on the sideline or playing next to him saw Floyd making a highlight reel play as a defender every day, making a play the only way he could when you take into account his freakish athleticism. It didn’t matter if it was off the edge in abusing a Bears’ offensive tackle or dropping back into coverage with versatile, seamless comfort. Floyd’s skill set as a 3-4 outside linebacker is what makes him so unique in standing out. Now, it’s about applying that action to live games for Floyd and flashing the eyes of the football world wide open. There’s a degree of humility combined with a healthy amount of drive in everything, absolutely everything, Floyd does as

that Floyd is prepared for every challenge and that’s what actually matters. There’s no mincing of words here. “If you’re looking for statistical numbers, I can’t put a finger on that. But he’ll be a damn good player.” ••• o his credit, all the compliments and high praise barely phase Floyd. None of them matter to him because Floyd understands his ultimate priority aside from football - his family first and foremost. “They just drive me every day because I want to provide for them. It’s simple, I want to take care of them so I go hard every day for them,” Floyd said of taking care of his two children. This game isn’t about Floyd the individual. He could care less about what it does for him in retrospect. It’s about using it as a platform for those he cares about the most. The expected rise in play is merely an added bonus for everyone else that coincides with that impressive drive. Any time or energy spent away from the things that really matter - his family and football - take away from a necessary controlled focus. Someone like Floyd, who in growing up in a small town of 5,000 in Eastman, Georgia, prefers to instead let his rising dominance do all the talking for him. Ultimately, Floyd’s play is his mouthpiece, his microphone, and you won’t hear much other audible noise. Floyd has his eye on the prize instead of buying into his own rise. Compare him to other star pass rushers such as the Broncos’ Von Miller or the Raiders’ Khalil Mack and he’ll underplay himself every time, all while attempting to understand his counterparts - a wise move. “We’re different players. We’re different rushers. I don’t think I really resemble anybody else. But I still look at their games and try to pick out things that they do well in their game and add it to mine,” said a humble Floyd. At this stage, you can no longer describe Floyd in a timid fashion. He’s a ball of channeled energy waiting to be unleashed, one the Bears wait to view with bated anticipation, to make sure he leaves nothing in doubt on the field. The time for talking is now over. One of the longest and most productive offseasons of Floyd’s career has taken shape and been evident in his early demeanor. It’s likely difficult for him to be patient to wade through the remainder of August before he can put on a show for the league. But, if Floyd’s waited this long enough, if he’s put in the dedicated work, then the grand opening is set to be a spectacle. Floyd missed the occasional sack last year and didn’t finish many plays that a real defensive star has to be relied upon for. That’s what happens when you’re still a deer-inthe-headlights experience wise. That’s not the case with Floyd anymore. “I’ll make sure this year I don’t miss any.” R. Robert is your guy for all things Bears. Find him on Twitter @RobertZeglinski.

T Floyd was the Bears’ first-round draft pick in 2016 out of the University of Georgia. an NFL player. The better you understand that sentiment about the 24-year-old, the clearer it is to see why everyone primarily associated with Floyd on the Bears is so preoccupied with his growth: the heights he can reach are as special as can be. No one is more enamored in seeing those heights regarding Floyd than now fellow starting outside linebacker, Willie Young. Young is a solid player in his own right. After all, he did lead the Bears in sacks in 2016 with 7.5. Given his experience, Young truly relishes helping his teammate burst through the ceiling because he derives actual joy from seeing Floyd make huge leaps and bounds he’s more than capable of. It’s why you can regularly see him on the sideline in Floyd’s ear, coaching him up, showing him technique. Never leaving his side while helping motivate him. And Young can’t help but see the demonstrative difference from Floyd the rookie to Floyd the established veteran. “He’s a guy that’s taking on his role as a pro. He’s definitely become a pro within a year’s time,” Young said. Honesty is important in retrospect too. Until Floyd, as mentioned, puts it together on the field, he won’t be a “star”. Young, however, understands that it’s only a matter of time—provided Floyd does his part. “Has he arrived yet? No. But his own course, there’s nothing that he can’t do. There’s no block that he can’t control. There’s no gap he can’t handle. There’s no rush, no blocker that can stop him if he doesn’t allow himself to be stopped,” said Young of Floyd controlling what he can control. Indeed, at this rate, Floyd has all of the necessary tools and work behind him to take this Bears defense by the reins. The only person that can stop Floyd is Floyd himself. For Young, being the proud mentor he is, this is a case study he’ll enjoy watching with his close first-hand point of view. “What he brings to the table is just, I get a sense of joy when I see how far he’s come from now to then. I’m just enjoying every day watching him grow. Watching how he’s able to attack and be a student of the game.” But what of those that actually have to experience Floyd the terror? What about the offensive linemen that are exposed to the

handful he’s become? Bears defenders such as Young, Houston, and Acho are always around Floyd, whether it be in meeting rooms or in individual drills in practice. Guys on the Bears’ offensive side don’t have as much exposure to Floyd until they have to actually practice against him. In that light, surely even they can see the face of the Bears’ defense growing up before everyone’s eyes. Left tackle Charles Leno Jr. does, maintaining what sticks out about the sophomore edge rusher. Leno, as the Bears’ starter on the left side, is someone that has to practice against Floyd when called upon. Unlike anyone else, he knows the difference seen in Floyd because he actually has to block him and see what his mentors have taught him. “He’s just getting more comfortable out there. He seems like he’s starting to understand it (the defense) more,” Leno said of a calmer Floyd. “Last year, he (Floyd) was a rookie, he was just a raw athlete out there. Now he’s starting to put it together. And it’s exciting to see.” That perhaps is the greatest indicator of what Floyd is prepared to do in 2017 and beyond. His comfort level – his understanding of his responsibilities while working within and outside the confines of Bears’ defensive coordinator Vic Fangio’s unique scheme – is what will launch him into the stratosphere and into conversations among the NFL’s best pass rushers and even players. This conversation surrounding Floyd may seem premature and offer him a little too much hype. That is until you hear it from Fangio himself, a coach who doesn’t gush about his own players lightly. “He’s got really good potential. I think he’ll be a very good player for us for a long time and looked upon as a very good player in the league,” Fangio said. Fangio, who is seen as a defensive guru, always chooses his words carefully while offering refreshing honesty. The fact that he chose to place that mantle of expectations on Floyd speaks volumes. He will also define what Floyd’s success means. It won’t have to come in raw statistical numbers provided he’s still producing in other meaningful ways on the field. Those kinds of number predictions are pointless at this stage. All Fangio knows is

40 48

The Rock River Times. August 23, 2017

Leonard Floyd pratices earlier this month at Bears’ training camp in Bourbonnais. chicagobears.com

Quiet leader of the Bears D By Robert Zeglinski

L Contributor

amarr Houston has been around long enough in the NFL to know when someone has special ability. The veteran is set to start his fourth season with the Bears and he knew from the very outset that Leonard Floyd was going to be someone to watch. Raw talent aside, when someone belongs, they just do.

“As soon as I saw him in training camp last year, I saw him running, and he immediately popped in my eyes,” said

Houston of a then underweight Floyd being visible for his now famous freakish first step. Parts of the package were already there concerning Floyd from Houston’s perspective. All they needed was some general assembly. Assembly that Houston has taken care to help along with when he can. “Anything he needs help with, you know. He’ll ask questions about different things and I’ll do my best to answer them, to be available, to help him grow as a player,” said Houston. Now keep in mind, Houston offered this kind of assistance last year for Floyd too. As did many of the Bears veteran defenders. Mentorship for a budding franchise player doesn’t end after one season. It’s an ongoing process. This is a story about the new face of the Bears defense. This is a tale spun about from several different men closest to a budding superstar prepared to make the leap.

‘I

f you’re looking for statistical numbers, I can’t put a finger on that. But he’ll be a damn good player.”

asking in the public spotlight isn’t for every NFL player. Sometimes, a quiet confidence on the field – one that has you lead by example – to go with a measured calm off of it, defines the career of a superstar more than one could even imagine. For Floyd, he fits the latter description: a guy who will never read his own press clippings or pay any mind to the attention he will no doubt soon receive at a nauseating clip. There’s inherent pressure in being general manager Ryan Pace’s only defensive first-round pick as he’s effectively the cornerstone of his unit. Everyone deals with that pressure differently. Floyd prefers to recognize it and be proactive. Yes, Floyd has already flashed as a potential Bears dynamo. Seven sacks in his rookie 2016 season over an approximate five-week span showcased exactly what the lanky 6-foot-6 edge rusher could do. Or look no further for recent evidence than a clean sack on the very first play of the Bears’ defensive season against the Broncos earlier this August. Said without hyperbole: this kind of play is something the Bears haven’t enjoyed off the Continued on Page 39 >>>