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Rockford, Illinois | January 4, 2017 | Vol. 24, No. 12

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RockRiverTimes.com January 4, 2017 | Vol. 24 | No. 12

Inside this issue

In Brief Illinois among tops in nation for home burglaries

Index News Headlines — 4-8 Commentary — 9 Auto, Home & Farm — 28-30 Sports — 31-32 Death Notices — 14

Classifieds & Legals Classifieds — 26-27 Government Notices — 16 Public Notices — 16-21 Real Estate Notices — 21-24

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What to do about gun crime in town NEWS & COMMENTARY Page 4 & 9

Board of Ed. unsure when schools to be paid

Rahm’s emails reveal much of Rauner STATE Page 6

EDITOR & PUBLISHER FRANK SCHIER MANAGING EDITOR SHANE NICHOLSON COPY & LEGALS EDITOR JOSH JOHNSON SALES MANAGER DONNA GEORGE CIRCULATION MANAGER JOE SCHLICKMAN ILLUSTRATOR DEREK DROESSLER

State Farm Insurance has ranked Illinois among the highest states in the nation for home burglary claims in 2015.

The state comes behind California, Texas and Georgia, according to the latest data by State Farm.

According to State Farm Spokesperson Missy Dundov, being covered is the key to being prepared.

“We want people to be aware as they are getting those big-ticket items to be aware that it could happen to them and it does happen frequently here in Illinois,” she said. “If you don’t have any type of insurance and you have a theft, that’s $2,700 you are out of.

Being covered is key.”

December and January witness some of the highest burglary rates; the average cost of crime-related claims comes in at more than $2,700. Latest data from the Illinois State Police (ISP) show 44,627 reported home burglaries and 5,823 home burglary arrests were made in the state in 2015.

Residents should lock their doors and windows because thieves are looking for easy targets during the holiday season, ISP stated. ISP Master Sgt. Jason Bradley warned residents to be careful about what they put on social media adding that being a good neighbor and a good witness will help keep the community safe.

“Talk to your neighbors and let them know when you are going to be gone and help each other out,” Bradley said.

Dundov believes residents should update their insurance policy every year, and if they remodel or buy any big-ticket items for their home.

Hogs split to close out 2016 SPORTS Back Cover

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) says that, as far as it knows, local schools will be paid in full for school buses and special education — eventually.

Some local schools in Illinois claim they’re being told not to expect their last two mandated categorical payments. Mandated categoricals include everything from getting kids to school to expenses for special ed. The state is supposed to reimburse local schools for these costs.

Jackie Matthews, communication director at the state board, said ISBE expects schools to be paid, but when is up to the Illinois comptroller.

“We’ve done our part of the process,” she said. “Right now, a lot of people are waiting for the money that’s due to them.

Unfortunately, the state board is only in charge of one part of the process.”

Matthews also said the state board sent requests to Illinois’ comptroller, but that the comptroller’s office is still dealing with the state’s $11 billion in unpaid bills.

“The actual money being available for the state board to pay school districts and for districts to then pay their vendors … that depends on general revenue money available,” she said.

It currently takes Illinois’ comptroller anywhere from six to eight months to process a payment.

–Illinois News Network

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THANK YOU FRANK As we start the New Year, we can’t help but consider what was great in the past and look forward to doing it again in the future. A big part of what’s great in all of our lives is you!

You’ve done so much for others – the Rockford area and northern Illinois. You faced issues and exposed important ideas to the public. You re-vitalized the Friends of the Rock River as the Rock River Trail Initiative. You’ve demonstrated how to be brave in adversity.

We’re especially grateful for what you’ve done for us. You started us on a weekly column to encourage others to make their own lives more sustainable. You’ve been an amazing supporter of the Renewable Energy and Sustainable Lifestyle Fair - More people learned about the Fair from The Rock River Times than from any other source. As a result, the IREA has had 15 successful years of helping others find their voice.

But most of all, you’re a dear friend and an inspiration!

We enjoy the times we spend together. For all of this, we’re truly grateful!

We love you!

Bob, Sonia & Lin Vogl The Illinois Renewable Energy Association

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Violent Crime

We need your help: Morrissey, O’Shea

By Shane Nicholson Managing Editor

Mayor Larry Morrissey and Police Chief Dan O’Shea were joined by city leaders Tuesday at a downtown press conference to address the recent up-tick in violent crime across Rockford.

“The only way we can solve violent crime is with cooperation from the community,” O’Shea told reporters. “We don’t have a crystal ball.”

Rockford saw its highest number of murders last year in two decades with 27. The count for 2017 started Sunday when 34-year-old Joshua Jamerson was killed in a shooting at the Cliffbreakers complex.

“We are responding to the immediate concerns at the Cliffbreakers location,” Morrissey said. “We will also continue to partner with our social and community service agencies, and family, church, and school leaders, among others, to build a more effective, coordinated approach to combat the underlying issues that too often manifest into the violent crime we experience.”

O’Shea echoed the mayor’s statements, calling on members of the community to take an active role in reporting crime.

“Addressing crime in our city is a shared

Eleven shootings had already been reported responsibility,” the chief said. “We need and are asking the public for their assistance. We simply in the new year across Rockford by Tuesday cannot successfully prosecute cases without afternoon, a number the chief said will continue information that leads to arrests.” to rise without more community buy-in.

City officials said Tuesday that they O’Shea says that information from the were reviewing the status of a $2.7 mil- community will be vital in helping end the lion loan to the owners of Cliffbreakers rash of violent crime in the city. “Anyone with following Sunday’s shooting. Aldermen information regarding any of these incidents is were reportedly in meetings Tuesday af- encouraged to call the Rockford Police Departternoon ahead of the city council meeting ment at 815-966-2900, or report information anonymously to Crime evaluating the status Stoppers at 815-963of the loan provided Inside 7867.” under a Department More research could control gun However, some hit of Housing and Urban violence, experts say.

Development (HUD) back at the first-year Page 9 chief, saying his decision program. to move to encrypted The mayor and other city leaders raised questions over whether the radio channels has limited persons’ access and hotel was following the law with its booking ability to help police solve crimes. “(The) police chief and mayor expect the citiand occupancy procedures.

“Cliffbreakers has to manage its facility zens to help with battling crime,” said Rockford properly,” Morrissey said. “Certainly when the Scanner’s Rickie Traeger in a Facebook post. city is going to be backing a $2.7 million loan, “How is this possible, when they encrypted?”

Traeger continued, “Citizens USED to help we have an additional responsibility to ensure that the facility is properly managed and in police when they heard and KNEW what was compliance with code. If not, we will modify going on via scanner traffic. But now they are lucky to even know what is going hours, accordingly.”

days later.”

Following a press conference last year where O’Shea announced the radio silence policy, The Times asked how the police department planned to actively engage and update the community without access to the department’s radio transmissions. RPD officials at the time said that crimes would be reported in “as close to real-time as possible” across the various outlets the department uses.

But some have noted that many crimes still go unreported by the department to the community. One downtown business owner told The Times that they’re not sure why they bother reporting some crimes any more.

“It used to be (the crime) would show up somewhere,” they said. “People would know, they would have a description, they would be looking for a person or a car. But now, we report it and sometimes it’s like it never happened.”

Morrissey said Tuesday that all agencies who work in the Rockford area need to come together and share resources to find a solution to the city’s problems.

“The violent crime that plagues our city is unacceptable,” the outgoing mayor lamented.

“I wish there was an easy answer. There isn’t.”

Solution to gun violence starts with ourselves

By John Guevara Contributor

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ockford wasted no time: our first homicide of 2017 has come and gone. It’s left us shaking our heads – casting about for solutions.

For some, the answer is more cops. For others the answer is us. And for quite a few the answer is leave.

For years I have advocated for more Winnebago County Sheriff ’s deputies and City of Rockford police officers. In the long run, deputies cost taxpayers less money, meaning more boots on the ground for less pocketbook pain.

But as others have pointed out today’s violence is different even from as recently as two years ago.

In the summer of 2014, Rockford suffered a spate of gang related shootings. As Chairman of the Winnebago County Board’s Public Safety Committee, I had fought to fund the former Sheriff ’s Gang Task Force.

The task force put an end to the operations of two major area gangs and violence abated.

The current climate is different.

Yes, there are still gang related

shootings. But there is also something else, something new. There is a rash of shootings that seem driven only by momentary malice.

I haven’t been in many fights. I can handle myself, but I was taught to do right and violence is rarely, if ever, right. I am a Second Amendment advocate and I have a FOID card. Not once have I been so angry that I felt I should take a gun and shoot someone.

The thought is abominable to me. I believe it is at least foreign to most of us. I am concerned that the Fridays of Ice Cube’s Craig giving his dad the gun and choosing to stand up to Devo with his fists alone are coming to an end.

More police can’t change that.

It’s easy to say that we are the answer to the violence; it’s hard to agree how.

I’m sure we will hear plenty of solutions from area governments, candidates for mayor, Transform Rockford, the various media outlets – some of which will cost more taxpayer dollars.

They may even be worth it. The challenge for all of us is to get involved.

What do you mean get involved?

There are moments when believing

what is right isn’t enough. We need to do what is right. Is there a parent who you believe isn’t raising their child well? Say something. Don’t be mean about it. Be real. Be honest. Be fair. And stand up for that child’s future. Saying something may not only save that child. It may save other children too.

Now if you’re a parent, I understand.

It’s easy to react with a, “Oh no he didn’t just tell people to tell me how to raise my child.” I understand. I know it’s hard to be a parent and even harder to hear other people tell you how to be one.

Please. Please listen. We can tell the difference between someone who wants to be in our business for their sake and someone who genuinely wants to help. You are our best hope for the future. The decisions you make with your children matter and we all need you. I know you’re doing your best.

I know it’s hard. I also know sometimes it’s hard for us to see what we need to change in ourselves. Sometimes we need help to change. And

it can be done. You can do it. We are here for you.

That means we all have to pitch in.

We all need to support each other.

We need to build relationships with our neighbors again and take back our streets. We need our churches, and synagogues, our temples, and our mosques to meet the crisis of family we have in our community head on. We need our schools and community centers to support making our children’s lives better. We need education at all levels to thrive, not be a political football.

For those that want to leave, I understand. I know what it means to want to protect the people you love.

All any of us can ask is for your help as long as you’re here and to ponder this question. When all the good people leave, what’s left?

There is no silver bullet plan to make people better. There is no magic pill program that can fix this crisis. There is only us, standing up for each other every day. We are a community on the brink of success or disaster. It’s up to us to choose the road.

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If you want to see how Gov. Bruce Rauner’s mind works, you should skim through the vast trove of e-mails from Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s private account that a Better Government Association lawsuit finally forced into public view.

For instance, back in September 2011, Rauner was the chairman of the Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau. Legendary Springfield insider Jim Reilly was the Bureau’s CEO at the time.

A state law designed to weaken labor union strength at the massive convention center had been tossed out by a federal judge, and Rauner was apparently arguing for “really kicking ass” with a “full court press” to ram new anti-union legislation through the General Assembly during the upcoming fall veto session. Reilly, however, was trying to negotiate an agreement with the unions. The reforms were first implemented when major convention center customers threatened to abandon Chicago over high costs.

Chairman Rauner told CEO Reilly on Sept.

30, 2011 that calls from hotels and restaurants had “accelerated.” The future governor explained the entities were worried that a “negotiated partial restoration” of the stricken legislation wouldn’t be enough. And, Rauner claimed, “they believe decisive, unilateral action that demonstrates unions don’t have their old clout is the only way.”

Reilly did his very best to charm Rauner into submission. He started out by bluntly informing Rauner there was “no support in key quarters” for a legislative solution. Reilly and the mayor weren’t passing up an opportunity, he explained, because “There is no opportunity to pass up. It is an illusion!”

“I know that you can say that maybe if we make a full court press we could force the issue,” the experienced Springfield hand explained to the businessman Rauner, “but that is sort of like me saying that if we put enough money in some venture capital opportunity that looks good to me but you know just won’t work, we might make a fortune.”

Reilly also defended his and Emanuel’s preference for talks. “We are not negotiating because it is easier or because the Mayor or me or anyone else involved lacks guts or doesn’t understand what is at stake,” he wrote.

“We are negotiating because it is the best, perhaps the only, way to save the trade show industry in Chicago which, in my judgment,

will come as close to collapsing or closer than it was in the spring of 2010 if we get through veto session with no resolution and have to wait until the appeal plays itself out sometime late this year or, more likely, sometime next spring.”

Reilly then gave the compromise-averse Rauner a status update on the union talks. “In our negotiations, we are already home on the ability of exhibitors to do their own work in a booth of any size and which will be forever enshrined in state law free from legal challenge. No compromise here. This is huge!”

He also warned against another Rauner legislative idea, which he said couldn’t be passed and even if it did, the law “would almost certainly be challenged setting off another year or so of uncertainty which the negotiations route seeks to avoid.”

Reilly assured Rauner that if the negotiations succeeded he had no doubts that the convention center would be back to where it was before that federal judge tossed all those reforms out the window.

“You talk of ‘really kicking ass’ but, Bruce, we were really kicking ass back then and we can be doing again soon but I sincerely believe that negotiation is our only possible

route,” Reilly explained.

“I don’t blame you for wanting a perfect world for the Chicago trade show industry.

I would like that too but absolute perfection doesn’t happen very often,” Reilly wrote. “If it did, the world wouldn’t need people like you and me to drag it along.” A real charmer, that Reilly.

So, to sum up, a total hard line stance against negotiating with unions, a rigid demand for a “full court press” to pass a politically impossible and likely unconstitutional legislative action that “really kicks ass,” and a refusal to accept any compromise solution short of what he believed was “absolute perfection.”

Sound familiar?

Less than a month later, Reilly wrapped up his union negotiations. Crain’s Chicago Business reported that the agreements “largely preserve work-rule changes enacted at the convention center last summer.”

So, perhaps we could get out of this two-year impasse nightmare if the governor would just put Reilly on contract?

Nah. It’ll never happen. The governor no longer has to listen to gray beards who could talk some reasonable sense into him.

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Energy & Environment

A good start to the New Year

By Drs. Robert & Sonia Vogl

President and Vice President, Illinois Renewable Energy Association

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e had an enjoyable and delicious New Year’s Eve dinner with good friends. They had just finished adding a new three kilowatt owner-built PV system to their earlier installations. They wanted us to come early to tour the new system during the daylight. Seeing it was a great way to welcome in the New Year.

Their older PV system is mounted on a garage roof but the new system is ground mounted as they had the space and the reasons to install a ground mounted system. The husband has a variety of technical skills and designed and installed the system himself after creating detailed plans for its construction. He built a wooden frame of treated lumber on which to

place the panels.

For them the condition of additional roof space for mounting the solar panels and the need to remove snow from them was a major concern. Going against conventional wisdom on the mounting angle of the panels, he set them at a 53 degree angle to emphasize solar output in the winter rather than in the summer. During the heat of summer solar panel output drops as temperatures climb.

With the panels at the high angle, snow will slide off more readily. Snow or ice will be far easier to remove while standing on the ground than on the roof. The angle will allow the panels to benefit from solar radiation reflected off the snow.

Admittedly not everyone has the appropriate skills, interest and motivation to design and install their own PV system. As

we listened to some of the intricate details of what was involved, we could not help but wonder whether installing systems will continue to become increasingly complex or become a simplified plug and play installation. One solar advocate looked forward to the day when buying a solar system would approach the simplicity of buying an appliance such as a refrigerator and plugging it in. A relatively new textbook on photovoltaics has far more details, codes, rules, authorities and complexity involved in the growing solar movement compared to a textbook eight years older.

Whether the trend of ever increasing complexity will serve us well as a society remains to be seen. More than one author has expressed concern that the increasing complexity of society increases the likelihood of a “black swan” (unexpected,

unforeseen) event. Taleb described it as coming as a surprise but having major societal consequences.

While energy disruptions are unforeseen, energy independence does provide a measure of energy security.

As an organization the IREA is committed to educating the public regarding the benefits and importance of renewable energy for the public good and sustainable living. We remain committed to encouraging people to turn to the sun for an increasing portion of our energy supplies whether heat, sustenance or electricity. In terms of ecological well being the sun is the sustainable resource for us and all life forms on earth.

Seeing a new PV installation was a good way to start the New Year.

Visit illinoisrenew.org.

Warming crushes global records again in 2016

By Drs. Joe Romm ThinkProgress.org

2016 has crushed the record for hottest year, set way back in 2015, which itself smashed the previous record for hottest year that was set in 2014.

Such a three-year run has never been seen in the 136 years of temperature records. It’s but the latest in an avalanche of evidence this year that global warming will either be as bad as climate scientists have been warning for decades — or much worse.

The “much worse” case is especially likely if Donald Trump and his team of deniers and pro-Putin Big Oil shills follow through on his promise to destroy the Paris climate deal, the world’s last best hope to avoid climate collapse.

Indeed, most worrisome is that climatologists have been expecting just this kind of “jump” in global temperatures for a while. There is “a vast and growing body of research,” that “humanity is about to experience a historically unprecedented spike in temperatures.” One 2015 study concluded that we could even see Arctic warming rise an alarming 1 degree Fahrenheit per decade by the 2020s.

Only very aggressive cuts in carbon pollution could plausibly save our major coastal cities and avoid a trillion-dollar housing bubble crash. And only the unanimous Paris pledge of ever deeper CO2 cuts by the nations of the world can save the America’s breadbas-

Our new “normal” climate under the kind of fossil-fuel-intensive growth Trump has promised. The darkest areas have soil moisture comparable to that seen during the 1930s Dust Bowl. NASA

kets in California and the Great Plains from Dust-Bowlification that is irreversible on the timescale of centuries. Turning these regions into Dust Bowls will create endless failed states, violence, conflict, and multiple refugee crises that dwarf Syria’s.

Not only did Trump’s incoming Chief of Staff Reince Priebus tell Fox News that

climate science denial will be Trump’s “default position” — but back in May, CBS in Sacramento ran a story with this actual headline: “Donald Trump Tells California ‘There Is No Drought’ As Drought Continues.”

When Trump said he wanted to make America great again, who knew he meant the “Great Dust Bowl”?

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Local Theatre

Brady enters the lion’s den at RVC

By Richard S. Gubbe Contributor

Christopher Brady has had many big auditions before, but none more challenging as taking over as director of the Theatre Arts Park at Rock Valley College. As often as he’s had to audition for big parts, the role he’s playing now will be his hardest to pull off.

Brady inherits a job held for 32 years by Mike Webb, who built the indoor and outdoor theatre programs high enough to pull off the hardest of endeavors, and before him, Ted Bacino, who got things rolling before the arts were a part the culture in the Rock River Valley. But not only does Brady have to live up to two local legends, he faces a program besieged by budget cuts.

While having to address the creative side, he has to address the business side. The college cut the indoor program last year while the outdoor Starlight program exists under heavy financial scrutiny.

“I look forward to the challenge of turning it

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COMMUNITY Children’s Safe Harbor awarded Community Foundation Grant

Children’s Safe Harbor is proud to announce that we have received a $4,857 grant for the “Safety and Security for our Communities’ Children” project. The grant was awarded by the Dr. Louis & Violet Rubin Fund of the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL).

The funds that were awarded for this project will help Children’s Safe Harbor bolster its current safety and security practices for parents and children who use the agency for safe child exchange services by upgrading our security equipment and helping cover the cost of pre-existing security measures. Families utilizing our services rely on us to be able to provide safety at a very vulnerable time and with these funds we will be able to meet their needs even better than before.

Executive Director, Megan Brechon, is thrilled that Children’s Safe Harbor has been awarded these funds. She stated, “This kind of community support is so important. It sends a message to those we serve that you are worthy of safety! With these funds we will be

around,” Brady told The Rock River Times. “It may be a bad moment in its history but this is a great place,” he said. “I have creative ways to remedy the situation.”

The Brady plan includes a shift in the creative process.

“I am really going to apply the community aspect of community theater,” he said. “I have my own artistic philosophy and I will create the best art and story on stage with a community approach. I’m sure I will do things that I fail at and I will learn from that.”

By that, he means more input from cast members.

“I don’t worry about perception,” Brady said, who in his early 30s, has youth on his side. His plan involves getting more actors involved in the creative process during rehearsals.

“We will be working in teams,” he said. “I’m not always the smartest person in the room.

The more creative people that you have around you, the more ideas you will get. Then I will go

with the best idea.“ Brady, who came over from West Junior High School, won’t be teaching theater classes in the spring. The revival of the theater programs begins in the fall. The man who starred as Jean Valjean in the colossal performance of Les Miserables knows all about the talent pool he has to choose from. He hopes that those who opposed Webb’s structured style will return to audition for the summer schedule.

Brady said he learned a lot from Webb after working with him often.

“Mike and I are fine as far as a relationship,” Brady said.

But Brady wants to carve out his own path and still keep actors who made past years a success.

“I feel confident in creating a following,” he said “This area is chock-full of talent but they don’t always come out,” Brady said. “I hope everyone feels comfortable to come back. I want them to feel welcome back into Starlight

and this is a great place to perform. There’s a lot of family here, the Starlight family, and that is a great place to start from.”

Brady inherits a set lineup of summer shows of Beauty and the Beast, Peter and the Star Catcher, Sister Act, and Godspell.

“The season is great but I wish I had more time before auditions in March,” he said. He said he won’t be changing the show structure but hopes to reach out to the community to keep the flow of talent coming. Brady plans to go into public schools to interact with future actors and bring students to RVC in for workshops.

“We will develop and foster and give them the opportunity to shine and that is what a community theater can do,” he said. “We also need to service our college kids and see them more in Starlight shows.”

If he can last as long as Webb, he will be retirement age.

“I foresee myself here for a very long time if they’ll have me,” he said.

able to improve the security mechanisms that we already have in place in a proactive and meaningful way.”

This service is particularly important to this community because of the continued struggle we face related to the prevalence of domestic violence. Domestic violence is the number one call to law enforcement in the Rockford area. Additionally, separation is the most dangerous time for victims who have experience domestic violence. All the families who utilize our services are post separation and therefor need increased protection.

Children’s Safe Harbor’s mission is to lessen the harmful effects of domestic violence for both adult and child victims by creating a visitation exchange program that is a safe and supportive environment in which abusive behavior is acknowledged while promoting relationships between parents and children without risk of fear, intimidation and post-separation abuse.

The agency started providing exchange services in 2009 through the hard work of committed individuals in the community, including our board chair the Honorable Judge Rosemary Collins, who recognized the need in our community.

The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois has been a regional leader in philanthropy since 1953, CFNIL serves as a catalyst for giving in order to attract, grow, and preserve an endowment for the needs of Northern Illinois. Since its founding CFNIL has granted for than $60 million for charitable purposes.

–Children’s Safe Harbor

Rockford Burns Club celebrates 258th birthday of Robert Burns

alone) a visit from the Bard himself as portrayed by local talent John Brandon.

The Rockford Burns Club is the oldest social ethnic organization in Rockford, and one of the oldest Robert Burns/Scottish organizations in the world. Originally organized to preserve the songs, poetry, and memory of Robert Burns, the ‘Bard of Scotland’, (famous for ‘Auld Lang Syne’, ‘Tam O’Shanter’, and ‘To A Mouse’, among many others), the Club also nourishes and maintains the Scottish identity in Rockford and the surrounding area through fellowship, and the celebration of traditional and contemporary Scottish culture. The Club was organized on November 5, 1858 in the Jeffersonian debating rooms of W.C. Prouty’s store at State and Wyman Streets. It’s doubtful that the Scots attending that meeting had any thought that we would be here, 159 years later, again celebrating the birthday of Burns. Membership in the Rockford Burns Club is only $10.00 per year and covers the entire family living at home.

For additional information about the Rockford Burns Club, the upcoming 159th Annual Burns Banquet, our annual Tartan Day celebration (early April), and our annual Founder’s Day observance (November 18), visit rockfordburnsclub.com.

–Alex Stormont, President, Rockford Burns Club

The Rockford Burns Club announces its 159th Annual Burns Scottish Supper to be held in Rockford on Saturday, January 28.

Festivities will be held at The Hoffman House, 7550 E. State St. Burns Suppers will be held throughout the world in January to celebrate and honor the 1759 birth of Robert Burns.

The first Rockford Burns Supper was held on January 25, 1859 at the Holland House in Rockford.

Cocktail Hour will begin at 5 p.m. with Call to Tables at 6. Dinner’s main course will be a choice (at time of reservation) of Prime Rib, Salmon, Chicken, or Vegetarian Lasagna. Classic Scottish accompaniments will be Haggis (of course), Cock-a-Leekie soup and Neeps & Tatties. Non-Member tickets will be available at $62 per adult and children’s tickets are $15 per child (12 years and under). Because seating will be very limited, early reservations are encouraged and recommended. Reservation forms and further information will be found at our website: rockfordburnsclub.com. Reservations will be accepted through January 25.

Tables seating up to nine (we recommend eight) are available for groups.

Cocktail hour entertainment will be provided members of Rockford’s Clan MacAlpine Pipe Band playing the ‘small’ pipes.

Currently expected to provide the regular program’s entertainment are the Thistle and Heather Dancers, the full Clan MacAlpine Pipe Band and (worth the banquet price

Let us know what your organization is up to. Send your submission to contact@rockrivertimes.com.

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Commentary

More research could control gun violence

By Sando Galea & Michael Siegel

So what does that kind of research look like?

The Conversation

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fter the mass shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando last year, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said: “The nation’s prayers are with the victims and their families…”

Other politicians echoed that sentiment.

But prayers are not going to fix the fact that each year 30,000 deaths and many more injuries are caused by firearm violence. Recognizing gun violence for the public health problem it is might.

So what does it mean to view firearm violence as a public health problem? And how does that change the debate Americans are having about gun violence?

A public health perspective on firearms

First, and most importantly, viewing firearms violence as a public health problem means declaring that the current situation is unacceptable, and preventable.

We did not successfully tackle the AIDS epidemic until we made it a national health priority, an act marked by the passage of the Ryan White Care Act in 1990. Today this position is reflected by the federal government’s commitment to ensure that at least 90 percent of HIV-infected individuals in the U.S. are properly treated by 2020. Federal funding has increased over the course of the epidemic, and the government is spending $28 billion on domestic HIV prevention and treatment programs during the current fiscal year.

Second, treating firearm violence as a public health problem also means conducting research to identify the underlying causes of the problem and to evaluate potential strategies to address it. For instance, research may reveal common sense structural changes – such as firearm safety features – that limit the potential damage that can be done by guns.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has avoided conducting research on firearm violence since 1996, when Congress passed an appropriations bill barring the CDC from using funds to advocate or promote gun control.

In 2012 President Obama ordered the CDC and other federal bodies to resume research on firearms violence in the wake of the Sandy Hook shooting. But Congress has yet to allocate a single dollar for CDC research on firearm violence.

While the the National Institutes of Health is undertaking firearms research, very little

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Prayers are not going to fix the fact that each year 30,000 deaths and many more injuries are caused by firearm violence.’

funding is allocated for it, on the order of just $2 million over three years. That’s not much out of the NIH’s nearly $32 billion budget for fiscal year 2016.

Third, a public health perspective on firearm violence means moving beyond blaming individuals and toward societal programs and policies to curb this epidemic. Just as individual smokers are not to blame for the tobacco epidemic, individual gun owners are not to blame for what is a much larger societal problem.

Taking a broad, societal approach is exactly what we have done with other public health problems, such as smoking. Public health research helped identify a proven set of programs and policies that denormalized smoking, such as limitations on smoking in public places and anti-smoking media campaigns.

Thanks in large part to these societal-level

public health interventions, cigarette smoking prevalence dropped to its lowest level in history last year.

And fourth, a public health approach means the “public” is included in the discussion. This means that we need to listen to concerns across sectors, including gun owners, gun dealers, law enforcement officials and public health advocates. With a public health problem of this magnitude, everyone should be at the table. That might seem impossible now, given the deep polarization on both sides of the gun control debate. However, a lack of willingness to even discuss potential solutions to the problem is simply unacceptable.

A recent collaboration between the public health community and gun dealers to reduce firearms-related suicide in New Hampshire offers an example of what this might look like.

In 2013, Boston University’s School of Public Health started to conduct research aimed at understanding social norms about firearms and gun culture. We have also created a dedicated Violence Prevention Research Unit. So what have we found so far?

In a 2013 study, we linked state homicide data from the CDC with data on gun ownership, which revealed a strong relationship between levels of household gun ownership and firearm-related homicide rates at the state level. We found that this relationship is specific to homicides committed by offenders who are known to the victim.

Earlier this year, we published a study that documented a strong link between gun ownership levels and firearm-related suicide rates. These findings suggest that responding to mass shootings by arming teachers and ordinary civilians is not only unlikely to reduce homicide rates, but the resulting increase in the prevalence of firearms might actually increase deaths from both homicide and suicide.

We have also found a strong relationship between the implementation of state laws that require universal background checks for all gun sales and lower rates of firearm-related homicide.

These findings suggest that the loophole in federal law that allows unlicensed dealers to sell guns to any individual without conducting a background check may be contributing toward higher rates of firearm violence. On June 20, the Senate blocked four gun control measures, including a measure to close the loophole for background checks.

Where the research is headed

Our future work will explore the impact of various state firearm policies and identify policies that are specifically effective in reducing urban violence, which disproportionately impacts the African-American community.

Even though much of this work has been done without external funding, it is essential that Congress allow the CDC to do its job and conduct research on gun violence, and that other federal agencies like the NIH increase allocations for research in this area.

Allocating $0 for research, as CDC currently does on a problem that results in more than 30,000 deaths each year, is not how we handle a public health issue.

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Vibe Entertainment | Rockford Rocked Interviews

Todd Houston on Todd Houston

By Todd Houston Exclusive to TRRT

For this week’s installment of Rockford Rocked Interview, Todd Houston took questions compiled by Gregory Stahl on behalf of Rockford Rocked Interviews.

Rockford Rocked Interview: What was the main goal of having created the Rockford Rocked page?

Todd Houston: The main goal was simple.

I started Rockford Rocked as a Myspace page sometime around 2007 because I wanted to pay tribute to local musicians and area bands from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s that never really had a chance to get their work out to the masses like musicians can do today with just a few clicks on the keyboard. I had a handful of audio and a bunch of photos that I initially used to get started. After a while, people started sending me stuff, and it sort of went from there. In 2008, I moved it to Facebook to reach a bigger audience, and that’s when it became kind of an all things Rockford page.

It worked out great because I have always been fascinated by local history. Since then Rockford Rocked has been featured on the FOX 39 Morning Show with Sachelle Saunders, Rockford College Radio, 105 WNTA

radio with Paul Youngblood, and featured in a few local newspapers.

RRI: You guys have earned the reputation as being the most fun and enjoyable page about Rockford and the surrounding area.

Why do you think that is?

TH: First off, we try not to be so stuffy and serious. At the same time, we still want to deliver accurate information and fun facts. We already have enough negativity surrounding Rockford, don’t we? I think it says it all in our mission statement, which reads: “Making people happy.”

RRI: What are some of the things that people really like to see on the RR page?

TH: Well, food is a big one! Believe it or not, people really connect with the restaurants and drive-ins from the old days. Who doesn’t remember visiting Dog ‘n Suds with your family as a child, or Hollywood restaurant with your pals in high school?

Food makes for some great core memories (laughs). People also really seem to like the photos of the old neighborhoods, etc. We try to add a bit of everything to keep it fresh.

RRI: It must be difficult to always have the correct dates and information attached to every post you make. Do you ever have people take you to task on the accuracy of

your information?

TH: Yes. We try to provide the most accurate information that we can find before posting anything. Having said that, if we find out that we have made a mistake we always welcome any comments and make the proper changes. Sometimes people tend to remember things their own way so you must be careful! (laughs) RRI: What was the funniest thing to ever happen in a discussion on Rockford Rocked?

TH: I’m not sure about funny, but some of the coolest things are when people recognize themselves or someone that they know from one of our posts. We have had many, many people thank us in the past for posting photos of family businesses that they have never seen before.

RRI: How about the saddest?

TH: Well, I would have to say one of the saddest is the first time we posted about the Santa Clause parachuting tragedy that happened at North Towne Mall in December of 1965. After the post, we received an email from one of the daughters of Connie O’Rourke, the man who had died in the jump when his parachute didn’t open. She said that she wanted to thank us for the post as she had never seen any of the actual news clippings or articles because she was just a small child when it happened.

That was a very heartfelt moment to say the least.

RRI: You said that your initial intent was for the page to be about local musicians and bands from years past. Are you still involved in that?

TH: Yes, I started a page about a year ago called Rockford Area Bands Nos-

talgia Page that already has about 3,000 people on board. It’s crazy! So many cool photos and audio from local musicians, night clubs and area concerts that I didn’t know ever existed. Who knew Harlem and Boylan high schools used to host big name rock bands? (laughs) RRI: You have used the same profile photo from the very beginning. The photo is of a girl that looks to be from the 1970s.

What made you choose that photo and what’s the story behind it?

TH: That photo was taken at the Rockford Speedway in 1980 at a rock concert by our friend Essaness. I just thought the look on her face captured a certain vibe.

A great example of defining pop culture and an era all in one you know? (laughs).

Throughout the last seven years or so we have been trying to find out just who this young lady is. We had had so many comments and emails from people saying that they went to school with her, worked with her, and even lived with her! It’s sort of a mystery that may be better off unsolved. It’s just fun to keep wondering.

RRI: Anything that you would like to add?

TH: Yes, one more thing. I once read a quote from a German philosopher by the name of Hans-George Gadamer that I would like to leave everyone with. “History does not belong to us; but we to it.”

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Vibe Entertainment | Film

Why Him? provides plenty of laughs

By Thomas Simpson Contributor

J

ames Franco is a divisive actor. Rarely will you meet someone indifferent to his acting, instead audiences either love him or hate him. I am very much in the former camp but the idea of him pitting himself against Bryan Cranston in a tired and hackneyed Father versus Fiancé comedy did little to whet my appetite. As 2016 was closing to an end, we needed a good laugh but did Why Him? deliver?

Ned Fleming (Cranston) is a family man, old school. When he finds out his daughter Stephanie (Zoey Deutsch) has been secretly

dating he is apprehensive about meeting the new man. Laird (Franco) is a young billionaire with a penchant for swearing and eagerness to be accepted. Both men soon find themselves at odds over what they both believe is best for Stephanie.

It’s a plot that’s played out a million times before and although there isn’t much originality in the premise, the chemistry and performances of the two leads make for amusing viewing. Franco is at home playing the new age hippie “brah” presenting an alluring charm while delivering a cringe worthy obnoxiousness. The shtick wouldn’t work without a straight man and Cranston fits that

role with ease. No stranger to dad comedy, Cranston is great as the surly and overprotective Ned, giving more depth to a character that’s fairly two dimensional.

Although Why Him? is entertaining for the most part, director John Hamburg has a tendency to allow scenes to outstay their welcome. There are many laughs to be had but some of them would be more effective if the fat was trimmed off. This is most evident in the film’s climax that delivers a few pleasant surprises while dragging on. With a runtime of 111 minutes it’s hardly Return of the King yet it would benefit from allowing a few minutes here and there to remain on the cutting

room floor.

A strong cast helps elevate this run of the mill comedy with Megan Mullally and Keegan-Michael Key in offering wonderful supporting roles as Ned’s wife Barb and the eccentric estate manager Gustav. One particular gag involving a chicken and parkour is hilarious, while the best lines are reserved for Franco. Why Him? doesn’t offer anything new but it does produce some much needed laughs as the year closes out.

Thomas Simpson is a writer and filmmaker based in Glasgow, U.K. Find him on Twitter: @Simmy41.

Vibe Entertainment | Tube Talk

Nashville comes home (to some of us, anyway)

By Paula Hendrickson Contributor

I

might not be a big country music fan, but I’ve always enjoyed the show Nashville.

Shortly after ABC canceled it last spring, Viacom’s CMT – originally known as Country Music Television – picked it up.

The timing was right for both parties, since Nashville needed a new home just as CMT was looking to add original premium scripted programming to its lineup. And what better network for a TV series about the country music business than CMT? Simply knowing new episodes of Nashville were in production made me glad. Sure, the previous season ended with Juliet’s (Hayden Panettiere) jet missing, possibly crashed, but that cliffhanger wasn’t what had me wondering about the new season. I wanted to know what was

next for the The Exes (Claire Bowen and Sam Palladio) and how the family dynamic of Rayna, Deacon, Maddie and Daphne (Connie Britton, Charles Esten, and the freakishly talented young musicians Lennon Stella and Maisy Stella) will change once Maddie returns to the fold.

And let’s not forget that Will (Chris Carmack), Luke (Will Chase), Layla (Aubrey Peeples), and Avery (Jonathan Jackson) all have strong storylines, too.

Last month when CMT aired a sneak peek of the new season, I set my DVR for it, but nothing was recorded. That’s when I found out that for the first time since I’ve been a Comcast subscriber, CMT is no longer part of the their Digital Preferred package, which I subscribe to.

I checked with my contacts at Comcast and at CMT and was told Comcast recently moved CMT (and Spike) to a premium tier—one with

a lot of sports channels, I understand. How or why Country Music Television fits with sports is beyond me. It would fit better with other music channels.

That means if you have Comcast and don’t pay even more for the sports package, just like me you won’t be able to watch Nashville when it comes to CMT this week. I asked my contact at CMT if they might simulcast or repeat episodes on one of Viacom’s other networks, and she said she’ll check to see if that’s being considered.

If you do subscribe to the Comcast tier that now includes CMT, you’ll also be able to stream the show on CMT.com or with the CMT app after its initial broadcast. But all hope is not lost for those of us who no longer get CMT. Hulu users will be able to stream new episodes of Nashville after it has aired.

I really hope Comcast’s decision to move

The Music Academy

CMT to another tier doesn’t impact the show’s ratings, but considering how vast the Comcast empire is, it sure won’t help.

Sure, I’ll probably get another call from Comcast if anyone there happens to read this. But when a company makes boneheaded decisions, they have to expect some backlash. If you’re a Nashville fan and Comcast subscriber who no longer gets CMT, don’t be shy. Tell Comcast what you think about their choice. I did.

Programming Note

If you still get CMT, you can watch the Nashville season premier Thursday at 8 p.m.

Authors note: After writing this column my CMT contact let me know that Nick @ Nite will be simulcasting the encore broadcasts of Nashville that will run immediately following each new episode.

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Vibe Calendar

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: 815394-5004.

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: 608-3224250. 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 815332-2205.

Byron Civic Theatre – 850 N. Colfax, Byron.

Info: 815-312-3000 or bctmagic.com.

Cadillac Palace Theatre – 151 W. Randolph St., Chicago. BroadwayInChicago.com.

The Castle - The Castle Performing Arts Center at 501 Prospect St. is Beloit’s newest home for the arts. For information visit thecastlebeloit.com or call 608-346-3114.

Coronado Performing Arts Center – 314 N. Main St. 815-968-5222 or coronadopac.org.

DeKalb Area Women’s Center Galleries 1021 State St., DeKalb. Fridays, 7-9 p.m.

Info: 815-758-1351.

Ingrid Dohm Studio Gallery – 839 N. Perryville Road. Appointments/Info: 815-519-6492.

Fireside Dinner Theatre - 1131 Janesville Ave., Fort Atkinson, WI. (800) 477-9505 Freeport Art Museum – 121 N. Harlem Ave., Freeport. Info: 815-235-9755.

Gallery C – 900 Jackson St., Suite 113, Dubuque, Iowa.

The Gallery At JustGoods – 201 Seventh St. Info: 815-965-8903.

Grace Performing Arts Center - Festival 56 productions are performed at this location, 316 South Main Street, Princeton.

815-879-5656, ext. 11, festival56.com

Charlotte Hackin Art Studio & Gallery – 6278 Brynwood Drive, Rockford. Info: 815639-1318.

Kortman Gallery – 107 N. Main St. Mon.Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Info: 815-968-0123.

Main Street Players of Boone County – Community Building Complex, 111 W. First St., Belvidere. mainstreetplayersofboonecounty.com.

Monroe Arts Center – 1315 11th St., Monroe, Wis. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 608-325-5700.

NIU Art Museum – Northern Illinois University, Altgeld, 116, DeKalb.

David C. Olson Photography Studio – 7801 E. State St., inside Clock Tower Resort. Wildlife and nature imagery.

9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.noon, Saturday. Free. Info: 815-8731777.

Pec Playhouse Theatre – 314 Main St., Pecatonica fo: 815-239-1210 or pecplayhouse.org.

Rockford Art Museum - 711 N. Main St..

For more information visit rockfordartmuseum.org.

Rockford Dance Company – Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. Info: 815815-963-3341 or 815-968-0595.

Rockford University Art Gallery – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. Info: 815226-4105.

Rockford University Performing Arts Department and Maddox & CheekTheatres - 5050 E. State St. For information call 815.226.4100 or visit rockford.edu/ artslectures/performingartsseason.

Stage Coach Theater - 126 S. 5th St., DeKalb.

Tickets and information at stagecoachers. com or 815-758-1940.

State of the Art – 218 E. State St. Open Tues.Sat., noon-6 p.m. and by appointment.

“First Friday” events until 8 p.m. Info: 815-979-1944.

317 Studio and Gallery- 317 Market St. Stop by for Open Studio Thursday and Friday nights from 5-8 p.m. and Saturday afternoon from 12-5 p.m. Our gallery is open Tuesday-Saturday 12-2 p.m., also open during evening hours, check calendar for times or call. 317studiogallery.com or 815-315-7000 Timber Lake Playhouse – 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll. Info: 815-244-2035. timberlakeplayhouse.org.

Without Shoes Modern Dance Company – Maddox Theatre, Rockford University,

5050 E. State St. Womanspace – 3333 Maria Linden Drive.

Info: 815-877-0118.

Woodstock Opera House – 121 E. Van Buren St., Woodstock. Info: 815-338-5300.

Woodstock Weavers Guild – Old Courthouse Arts Center, 101 N. Johnson, Woodstock.

Info: 815-399-1630.

Wright Museum of Art – Beloit College, 700 College St., Beloit, Wis. Free. Info: 608-363-2095.

Ongoing Deconstructing the American Landscape - Exhibition remains on view through Jan. 29 at Rockford Art Museum, inside Riverfront Museum Park, 711 N. Main St. Related education programs held throughout the exhibition include Coffee with the Curator on Friday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. Organized by Rockford Art Museum and curated by RAM Curator Carrie Johnson, this exhibition and its related educational programming are partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency and by the Armer Ahlstrand Charitable Foundation. RAM education programs are supported in part by Women’s Art Board.

Friday, January 13 DaVinci & Michelangelo: The Titans Experience - The “tour de force” performance...”DaVinci & Michelangelo: The Titans Experience”, North American Tour, make its Rockford debut at the Rockford Theatre. Mark Rodgers, Curator of the DaVinci Machines and Michelangelo Exhibitions for North America, will take you on an fantastic, awe-inspiring journey through the Italian Renaissance as seen through the eyes of these two, monumental geniuses. This original, theater performance is a non-stop, multi-media event featuring movies, videos, 3-D animations, and images of DaVinci and Michelangelo’s inventions, machines, sketches, codices, paintings, and sculptures. Rodgers compares and contrasts the incredible lives of Leonardo and Michelangelo as never before, relating them to our world today as we strive to discover our own “inner” Michelangelo and DaVinci. Running time: 2 Hours 20 Minutes with intermission.

Event takes place at Rockford Theatre, 323 Park Ave., beginning at 7 p.m. The ticket prices for this reserved seating performance are Orchestra / A Section $40; B Section $33; C Section $25. Doors open at 1 hour before each performance.

For Tickets and Information go to: rockfordtheater.com or discoverdavinci.com.

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

Thursday, January 5 Ken E. Curtis - Performing at Rural on Tap, 1710 Rural St., from 8-11 p.m.

Friday, January 6 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.

The Lone Canary - Performing with Ron Holm and Friends of the Bog at Mary’s Place, 602 N. Madison, for First Fridays.

Starts at 9 p.m. $8 cover.

Ken E. Curtis - Performing at Copper Falls Restaurant, 102 Allen St., in Clinton Wisconsin from 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Mark & Terri Reed - Performing at Stockholm Inn, 2420 Charles St., from 5:30-8 p.m. Free.

COMMUNITY 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.

Cherry Valley Public Library District - 755 E. State St., Cherry Valley. Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 1-5 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.

Healing Pathways Cancer Resource Center – 3921 East State St., Rockford. Classes in yoga, strength training, Qigong, and support groups. 815-977-4123 or healingpathwayscrc.org.

Memorial Hall – 211 N. Main St. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri., or by appointment. 815969-1999.

Midway Village – 6799 Guilford Road. Open Tuesday-Friday (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 seasonal floral displays, special events, educational programs, workshops, lecture series. Rentals of meeting/event room available. Gift shop. Info: rockfordparkdistrict.org or 815-987-8800.

Pine Tree Pistol Club – 5454 11th St. Info about club & classes: 815-874-7399.

Rock Hollow Hunt Club - Bingo and pulltabs 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.

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.

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Vibe Calendar Registration for Classes at The Arc – The Arc of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle Counties, 1222 E. State St. Info: 815-965-3455.

Registration for “Putting Wellness to Work” – University of Illinois Extension, Boone County, 205 Cadillac Court, Unit 3, Belvidere. Date: Your choice. Lessons on practical skills to help workers live healthy lives. Call Judy Hodge, Program Coordinator, at 815-544-3710 or hodg@ illinois.edu to schedule lessons.

Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 2715 S. Main St. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission $6 adults, $3 seniors & students, children younger than 3 and Klehm members, free. Donation Day is first Tuesday of each month. Admission free, donations of any amount welcome. Call 815-965-8146 or visit klehm.org for more information.

Recycling - Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Recycling Centers. 9 a.m.-noon every Saturday. 815-637-1343 Take Charge of Your Health, Live Well, Be Well Workshop - Do you have to manage a health condition on a daily basis or care for someone who does? Join us for a FREE Take Charge of Your Health, Live Well, Be Well Workshop. First session starts Thursday, January 19 at 1 p.m. at Grand Victorian, 3495 McFarland Rd. Open to the public. Call Ashlee from The Northwestern IL Area Agency on Aging for more info: 779-221-3722.

Used Book Sale Benefit - Rockford Urban Ministries is hosting its annual Used Book Sale at 201 Seventh Street, in the JustGoods back room. The sale begins Monday, January 9, and runs until Tuesday, January 31, the last day the books will be sold by the bag full. Books are all priced under $3. The used book sale is open during JustGoods fair trade store hours Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., or call for special showings 815-964-7111. Most of the books are Black history, civil rights, religion, and fiction. The used book sale is free and open to the public, and the books are priced to sell. All proceeds benefit Rockford Urban Ministries and its partner projects. Donations are still being accepted for the sale.

Donations may be dropped off at the gallery at 201 Seventh Street during store hours, Monday through Saturday, 10 – 4:30, or call Stanley Campbell at 815-964-7111 for pick up or special arrangements. For more information, call Rockford Urban Ministries at (815) 964-7111.

Thursday, January 5 Winnebago County Association of Legal Administrative Professionals’ monthly dinner meeting - The Winnebago County Association of Legal Administrative Professionals’ monthly dinner meeting will be held at 6 p.m., at Lone Star Steakhouse, 6690 E. State Street, Rockford.

Dinner will be a choice of: Bubba Steak Burger - $14.50; Chicken Tostada Salad - $15.50; Crispy Cheese Burrito - $13.00; or Bacon-Wrapped Burrito - $17.00; fountain drinks are included. Your check is your reservation confirmation. Program will be Tabitha Endres-Cruz from Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful. Hostesses are JoAnn Markuson, Megan Reff and Stephanie Johnson. Please send reservations to: JoAnn Markuson, Barrick

Switzer Long Balsley & Van Evera, LLP, 6833 Stalter Drive, Rockford, IL 61108.

Sunday, January 8 Chicago Cubs World Series Trophy visits Freeport - The Chicago Cubs World Series Trophy will visit Freeport from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Masonic Temple, 305 West Stephenson, in Freeport. The public will be able to take their own photos, and we will have volunteers take the photos for them, so bring your cameras and cellphones. The volunteers will use the cameras you bring.

There is no charge for this event! As you enter the Masonic that day, come to the auditorium where you can wait until going into the Crystal Room, where the photos will be taken. We will show the last game of the Series on the large screen in the auditorium and have a rally. Wear all your Cubs gear. The media is welcome! Please share with all, as the date has changed, and we want all to participate. Those in wheelchairs should enter at the west parking lot, and we will have special considerations for that group. The entire area we are using is handicapped accessible. Go Cubs!

How to Identify Trees and Shrubs in Winter - The Natural Land Institute (NLI) will host a workshop that teaches you how to identify native and non-native trees and shrubs of northern Illinois by buds, twigs, and bark. The workshop will be led by NLI’s Director of Stewardship, Zach Grycan. The Winter Tree & Shrub Identification Workshop will be from 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. The morning session will consist of instructions in an indoor classroom setting located at the Rockton Fire Protection District building, 201 N. Blackhawk Boulevard, in Rockton, from 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Participants are encouraged to visit nearby local restaurants for lunch. The afternoon session, 1-2:30 p.m., will include instructions and a walk at Burr Oak Valley Preserve in Roscoe, Illinois, a private preserve owned by NLI. The location of the preserve is across the street from Cross and Crown Lutheran Church (7404 Elevator Rd.). Parking will be available inside the gate at the preserve or in the church parking lot. Cost to attend the workshop is $20 per person with limited availability. Pre-registration and payment are required by Friday, January 6. Call 815-964-6666 or email: info@naturalland.org.

Tuesday, January 10 Summer Food Service Program for Children program meeting - It may be winter now, but it is the time to plan for summer break and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) wants to make sure every child enjoys access to nutritious meals when school is out. School districts, local government entities, and nonprofits are encouraged to become a Summer Meals sponsor and/or site to provide free, healthy meals and snacks to low-income children. An Information Session on how to participate in the Summer Meals program is set for 2 p.m. at the Boone County Health Department, 1204 Logan

Avenue in Belvidere. Staff from ISBE, the county health department, and City of Rockford will be on hand to provide information on resources available to organizations wishing to feed eligible children during the summer months.

Summer Meals is a U.S. Department of Agriculture federally-funded program administered by ISBE’s Nutrition and Wellness Division and also known as the Summer Food Service Program. Space is limited for this session. To register or for more information, please contact the Nutrition and Wellness Division at 800-545-7892 or email cnp@isbe.net.

Wednesday, January 11 Wildlife Wednesday - The monthly program “Wildlife Wednesday,” hosted by The Northwest Illinois Audubon Society, will take place from 10:30-11 a.m. at the Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas St. The program is geared for children two to seven years old. The theme will be “Trees in the Winter”, and there will be story time followed by an activity.

For information, visit nwilaudubon. org. There is no cost to participate in this program.

Saturday, January 14 Hike at Oakdale Nature Preserve - The winter hike will be held from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Oakdale Nature Preserve located at 4433 S. Cranes Grove Rd in Freeport. The group will meet in front of the Mogle Center at the Preserve and hike through the woods to look for animal tracks, scat and other signs of animals that live at Oakdale. Participants should dress appropriately for the weather with good hiking footwear that will protect your feet from the snow. Kids of all ages and their families are welcome! Sign-ups are encouraged – contact leader Juliet at 201-233-0946. Meet at the Mogle Building at 10 a.m. If weather is questionable, call Juliet before the event. There is no cost to participate in this event.

numerous year-round resident species may be spotted by participants. If we’re really lucky perhaps a Northern Shrike, Merlin or Snowy Owl will make an appearance. We’ll cruise country roads in local areas that were historically prairie.

Viewing will be done predominantly from vehicles, using the cars as blinds.

Optional lunch afterwards in Freeport.

Carpool from the Staples parking lot, 1722-1724 South West Ave., in Freeport.

The group will leave at 9 a.m. There is no cost to participate in this event. Call Mary at 815-938-3204 to confirm your attendance.

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COMING SOON Ja n 1 3 The Nice Lords/ King of the Demons / Purple Hell Ja n 1 4 The Sensations

Saturday, January 21 2017 Arftic Art for Animals - Arftic Art for Animals, a fundraiser for the Friends of Noah animal rescue group, will host its 7th annual event at the Pontiac Convention Center in Janesville. The event opens its doors at 10 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. The entry fee is $5, with kids 10 and under free. For more information about Friends of Noah visit the Friends of Noah-WI website at friendsofnoah-wi. org or the Facebook page: facebook. com/pages/Friends-of-Noah-Wisconsin/328500237128?ref=hl. For additional information about Arftic Art for Animals, please contact: Lois Corwin, Event Coordinator and Founder at 608-501-5209 or Lois@friendsofnoah-wi.org.

Open Land Birding Trip - An open land birding field trip is being offered by Northwest Illinois Audubon Society from 9 a.m.-noon. This should be a great opportunity to observe those open land species from the north that frequent our countryside in the winter.

Snow Buntings, Lapland Longspurs and Rough-legged Hawks as well as

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.

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Obituary Notices Gerald Ream 75 Rockford 12/26/2016 Gregory Pals 52 Rockford 12/26/2016 Patricia Floody 88 Rockford 12/26/2016 Leadale Simpson 71 Rockford 12/26/2016 Charlie Cagle 76 Rockford 12/26/2016 Gloria Carlson 67 Machesney Park 12/26/2016 Marvin Meek III 60 Rockford 12/26/2016 Marlene Larson 77 Rockford 12/27/2016 Richard Arreguin 61 Rockford 12/27/2016 Herlinda Manriquez 71 Rockford 12/27/2016 Henry Auchstetter 80 Rockford 12/27/2016 Earlie Asbuly 88 Rockford 12/27/2016 Sharon Roland 57 Rockford 12/27/2016 Margaret Howarth-Numbers 63 Rockford 12/27/2016 Nancy Wupper 88 Rockford 12/27/2016 Douglas Hulett 53 Rockford 12/27/2016 Dennis Hiemenz 73 Loves Park 12/27/2016 Lavontay Allen 15 Rockford 12/27/2016 Ruth Carlson 101 Loves Park 12/28/2016 Larry Roth 84 Rockford 12/28/2016 Rebecca Finkenhofer 16 Machesney Park 12/28/2016 Clinton Ellis 57 Rockford 12/28/2016 Robert Myroth 90 Rockford 12/28/2016 Sarah Massey 33 Rockford 12/28/2016 John Dahlberg 85 Rockford 12/28/2016 Martha Parsons 70 Rockford 12/28/2016 Hazel Hemmens 94 Loves Park 12/28/2016 Wayland Burns 85 Rockford 12/28/2016 Vera Arnsmeier 91 Rockford 12/28/2016 Gary Smarzinski 76 Rockford 12/29/2016 Berverly Alvey 69 Rockford 12/29/2016 Italia Decastris 101 Rockford 12/29/2016 Donna Walton 70 Machesney Park 12/29/2016 Henry Meusel 85 Rockford 12/29/2016 Robert Bowen 84 Rockford 12/29/2016 Mary Spade 62 Rockford 12/29/2016 Sheryl Howard 82 Rockford 12/29/2016 Robert Nelson 72 Rockford 12/30/2016 Stanley Naruz 90 Rockford 12/30/2016 Rachel Liss 59 Rockford 12/30/2016 Verna Robbins 68 Rockford 12/30/2016 John Laliberte 57 Rockford 12/30/2016 Richard Drogemuller 83 Rockford 12/30/2016 Michael Gaffney 81 Rockford 12/30/2016 Father William Collins 86 Rockford 12/31/2016 John Fritz 63 Rockford 12/31/2016 Elenor Haukaas 91 Rockford 12/31/2016 H James Patterson 87 Rockford 12/31/2016 Anna Cain 85 Rockford 12/31/2016 Kathleen Greenland 88 Rockford 12/31/2016 Edna Jacobson 97 Rockford 1/1/2017 Joseph Rozdemski 83 Roscoe 1/1/2017 Joseph Fioretto 75 Rockford 1/1/2017 Joshua Jamerson 34 Rockford 1/1/2017 Gretha Hendricks 83 Rockford 1/1/2017 Erin Sitton 37 Rockford 1/1/2017 Rosemarie Laba 70 Roscoe 1/1/2017 Nathan Mohar 35 Rockford 1/1/2017 Charles Powell 91 Rockford 1/1/2017 Harold Smith 92 Rockford 1/1/2017 Larita Schmid 86 Rockford 1/1/2017 Odilon Villafranca 74 Rockford 1/1/2017 Frances Cooper 79 Rockford 1/2/2017 Dorothy Alex 92 Durand 1/2/2017 Juanita Patrick 93 Rockford 1/2/2017 Dolores Smith 91 Rockford 1/2/2017 Edward Rickelmann 92 Winnebago 1/2/2017 Mary Follis 83 Rockford 1/2/2017 Johnny Minst 75 Rockford 1/2/2017 Vernita Watts 84 Rockford 1/2/2017

Your Horoscope

By Denise Guzzardo

This Week: Happy New Year everyone. I’m hoping you all had a safe and healthy trip into the New Year. This fresh new perspective 2017 provides will be evident quickly.

As soon as we move past Mercury’s bumpy retrograde transit to direct on January 8. There is always a little residual cosmic dust that arrives along with this astrological climate; not to worry though, we will all be in good graces with the universe soon enough. Enjoy!

Aries (March 21 to April 19) — Opportunities for career advancement arrive during this lunar cycle. This puts you in a fabulous emotional place at this time. You are able to indulge in the simple things in life for a moment or two before you get back to the grindstone. Celebrating the love that is exchanged between friends and family can become quiet contagious. This energy carries on with you through week’s end, Aries.

Taurus (April 20 to May 20) — Your loved ones will be going through a major healing process at this time as a result of an outside influence. An old romantic problem will be put to rest once and for all and you can see the light at the end of the tunnel. As a result of this, your energy level shifts and you can focus on your long-term goals now, Taurus.

Gemini (May 21 to June 20) — This Mercury retrograde has really taken a toll on you physically, mentally and spiritually. However, your eyes were opened to a hidden behavioral problem with another as a result of it.

In the grand scheme of things, you actually dodged a bullet here. Your energy field will be clearing shortly and all will fall strategically into place. By week’s end you can see light at the end of the tunnel, Gemini.

Cancer (June 21 to July 22) — You may be a little bored with all of the responsibilities on your plate early on this week. This is a great time to distribute tasks to those who are standing on the sidelines with nothing better to do than to watch you struggle. A fresh start with a romantic interest puts things in the proper perspective at this time. You both realize that you’re on the same page now, Cancer.

Leo (July 23 to Aug. 22) — An unexpected offer or contract sets you above and beyond your own expectations now. You feel as though you can breathe a bit before starting in with your next endeavor. This is a great time to re-evaluate your heath and general well being at this time. If you have been overindulgent with certain elements you’re in a prime position to leave these darker aspects behind for good, Leo. Virgo (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) — Before you flee the country try setting some boundaries in your own backyard first. If it appears

you are revisiting the same type of energy exchanges over and over, take a step back to figure out why. If you remove yourself from the moment you can recognize what’s really at the bottom of it all. By week’s end an important factor weaves its way into your fabric, Virgo.

Libra (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) — Harping on the past will not solve your future challenges, in fact it will hinder them if you allow it to continue. Many times we’re so busy running around asking everyone else’s opinions we forget to check our own internal compass for guidance. Opinions can be helpful, yet unless it’s resonating with your own heart they hold no value, Libra.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) — Be brave and do not let another manipulate your emotions now. Instead of worrying about negative aspects that may happen, focus on all of the blessings that have occurred up until this point.

This glass half empty mentality that you have been harboring is not doing you any good and is drawing in more of the same type of energy.

The perfect solution for a long-standing problem arrives by week’s end, Scorpio.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) — This week starts out with a bang. Powerful financial opportunities will be obvious during the entire month of January so this is your time to shine. For some of you, it appears you will be leaving a long-standing commitment behind once and for all. This opens doors for new endeavors that will be arriving shortly.

You can no longer be taken advantage of by an opportunist that doesn’t have your best interest at heart. Trust the universe, Sag. Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) — There is a definite shift in the way you are handling your own inner fears at this time. Instead of projecting them onto others, you are facing them head on and removing them one by one. As a result of this, those around you may be more interested in exchanging energy with you. Romance seems to be falling into place at this time. The past is in the past for good now, Capricorn.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) — This longdrawn-out legal element or frustrating contract should be put to rest shortly. This will give you an opportunity to focus more on your personal long-term goals. There may be a worry involving the heath of a friend or family member this week. Try to remain objective and don’t panic.

The end result is more positive than the initial problem, Aquarius.

Pisces (Feb. 19 to March 20) — You may want to focus on a long-term financial plan at this time. You will be in a position to make favorable contacts shortly. As a result of this, business is booming in one way or another.

The weekend provides time to concentrate on a personal matter more closely. You have the perfect solution to a long-standing problem, Pisces.

For an extended astrological forecast or psychic consultation, contact Denise at 815398-3983.

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Different workshops every Friday night this spring. Make it a date, get together with a friend or come on your own and get to know someone new.

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Government Notices n n n LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Rockford Park District intends to contract for the following items and services; specifications are on file with Demandstar.com or Jacki Minnihan, Purchasing Dept, Rockford Park District, 401 South Main St, Rockford, IL 61101, Phone: (815) 969-4094.

The Rockford Park District is seeking qualified contractors to install new storm sewer under Browns Parkway in Loves Park. Work will include but is not limited to selective demolition of the existing roadways, sewer pipe install, reestablishment of the roadways, and all traffic control and signage.

Bids will be opened at the Rockford Park District, Webbs Norman Center Board Room, 401 South Main St, Rockford, IL 61101 (Purchasing Dept (815) 969-4062).

The Rockford Park District reserves the unrestricted right to reject any or all bids received, to waive or not to waive any informality, or to accept the bid considered to be in the best interest of the Park District.

Contractor shall not pay less than the prevailing rates of wages to all laborers, workmen, and mechanics performing work under this contract, and shall comply with the requirements of the IL Wages of Employees on Public Works Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

Bid No. 2162 – Browns Parkway Storm Sewer Installation Pre-Bid Conference: Tuesday, January 10, 2017, at 11:00 a.m., Rockford Park District, 401 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101 Bid Opening: Thursday, January 19, 2017, at 2:00 p.m., Rockford Park District, 401 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101 BY: Julianne C. Elliott, Secretary 6845R TRRT 1/4 n n n ORDINANCE NO. 2016-203-O WHEREAS, The City of Rockford is the owner of and possessed of the real estate hereinafter particularly described; and WHEREAS, the said real estate is no longer necessary, appropriate or required for the use of, nor profitable to, the City of Rockford; and WHEREAS, retention of the property is not for the best interest of said City of Rockford.

THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, THAT: Section 1: The City Council offer for sale of vacant City owned property at 316 North Hinkley Avenue, PIN #11-22-106-029 at a minimum bid of $14,400 which includes advertising. The city reserves the right to reject all bids. The subject property is legally described as follows: Lot Five (5) in Block Two (2) as designated upon the plat of Sanford’s second addition to the City of Rockford, being a subdivision of part of the Northwest quarter (1/4) of Section 22, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of which addition is recorded in book 86 of deeds on page 203 in the Recorder’s office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and the State of Illinois.

Section 2: The Notice of said sale and the fact that said City of Rockford will receive bids for the purchase of said real estate shall be advertised in the Rock River Times, a weekly newspaper published in said City of Rockford, for three (3) consecutive weeks, the first publication to be not less than thirty (30) days before the

day provided in said Notice for the opening bids for the real estate.

Section 3: The said Notice shall set forth the fact that said bids will be received until 11:00 A.M., local Rockford time on February 6, 2017, at the office of the City of Rockford Purchasing Manager and shall be accompanied by a bank cashier’s or certified check payable to the City of Rockford for at least ten (10) percent of the amount of the bid, the balance to be paid in cash by the successful bidder within not more than fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of the City Council’s acceptance of his bid. The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Section 4: The provisions and sections of this Ordinance shall be deemed severable, and the invalidity of any portion of this Ordinance shall not affect the validity of the remainder.

Section 5: All orders, resolutions, or ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed insofar as such conflict exists and this Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage, approval, and publication, as required by law.

Section 6: A full, true, and complete copy of this Ordinance shall be published within ten (10) days after passage in pamphlet form by and under authority of the Corporate Authorities.

6846R TRRT 1/18 n n n ORDINANCE NO. 2016-202-O WHEREAS, The City of Rockford is the owner of and possessed of the real estate hereinafter particularly described; and WHEREAS, the said real estate is no longer necessary, appropriate or required for the use of, nor profitable to, the City of Rockford; and WHEREAS, retention of the property is not for the best interest of said City of Rockford.

THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, THAT: Section 1: The City Council offer for sale of vacant City owned property at 1332 Elm Street, PIN # 11-22-182-002 at a minimum bid of $16,000 which includes advertising. The city reserves the right to reject all bids. The subject property is legally described as follows: LOT SEVEN (7) IN BLOCK ONE (1) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF S.M. CHURCH’S THIRD ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 10 OF PLATS ON PAGE 2 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Section 2: The Notice of said sale and the fact that said City of Rockford will receive bids for the purchase of said real estate shall be advertised in the Rock River Times, a weekly newspaper published in said City of Rockford, for three (3) consecutive weeks, the first publication to be not less than thirty (30) days before the day provided in said Notice for the opening bids for the real estate.

Section 3: The said Notice shall set forth the fact that said bids will be received until 11:00 A.M., local Rockford time on February 6, 2017, at the office of the City of Rockford Purchasing Manager and shall be accompanied by a bank cashier’s or certified check payable to the City of Rockford for at least ten (10) percent of the

amount of the bid, the balance to be paid in cash by the successful bidder within not more than fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of the City Council’s acceptance of his bid. The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Section 4: The provisions and sections of this Ordinance shall be deemed severable, and the invalidity of any portion of this Ordinance shall not affect the validity of the remainder.

Section 5: All orders, resolutions, or ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed insofar as such conflict exists and this Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage, approval, and publication, as required by law.

Section 6: A full, true, and complete copy of this Ordinance shall be published within ten (10) days after passage in pamphlet form by and under authority of the Corporate Authorities.

6847R TRRT 1/18 n n n ORDINANCE NO. 2016-204-O WHEREAS, The City of Rockford is the owner of and possessed of the real estate hereinafter particularly described; and WHEREAS, the said real estate is no longer necessary, appropriate or required for the use of, nor profitable to, the City of Rockford; and WHEREAS, retention of the property is not for the best interest of said City of Rockford.

THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, THAT: Section 1: The City Council offer for sale of vacant City owned property at 1436 Mulberry Street, PIN # 11-22-153-005 at a minimum bid of $12,800 which includes advertising. The city reserves the right to reject all bids.

The subject property is legally described as follows: Lot Two (2) and that part of Lot One (1) lying Westerly of a line drawn parallel with and Thirty-eight (38) feet Westerly from, the Easterly line of said Lot, all in Block Three (3) as designated upon the Plat J.B. Whitehead’s Addition to the City of Rockford, being a Subdivision of part of Lot “G” Plat of North part of the NW 1/4 of Section 22, T. 44 N., R. 1 E. of the 3rd P.M., the Plat of which Addition is recorded in Book 8 on Page 31 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois Section 2: The Notice of said sale and the fact that said City of Rockford will receive bids for the purchase of said real estate shall be advertised in the Rock River Times, a weekly newspaper published in said City of Rockford, for three (3) consecutive weeks, the first publication to be not less than thirty (30) days before the day provided in said Notice for the opening bids for the real estate.

Section 3: The said Notice shall set forth the fact that said bids will be received until 11:00 A.M., local Rockford time on February 6, 2017, at the office of the City of Rockford Purchasing Manager and shall be accompanied by a bank cashier’s or certified check payable to the City of Rockford for at least ten (10) percent of the amount of the bid, the balance to be paid in cash by the successful bidder within not more than fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of the City Council’s acceptance of his bid. The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Section 4: The provisions and sections of this Ordinance shall be deemed severable, and

the invalidity of any portion of this Ordinance shall not affect the validity of the remainder.

Section 5: All orders, resolutions, or ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed insofar as such conflict exists and this Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage, approval, and publication, as required by law.

Section 6: A full, true, and complete copy of this Ordinance shall be published within ten (10) days after passage in pamphlet form by and under authority of the Corporate Authorities.

6848R TRRT 1/18 n n n ORDINANCE NO. 2016-205-O WHEREAS, The City of Rockford is the owner of and possessed of the real estate hereinafter particularly described; and WHEREAS, the said real estate is no longer necessary, appropriate or required for the use of, nor profitable to, the City of Rockford; and WHEREAS, retention of the property is not for the best interest of said City of Rockford.

THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS, THAT: Section 1: The City Council offer for sale of vacant City owned property at 1443 Mulberry Street, PIN# 11-22-109-024 at a minimum bid of $21,000 which includes advertising. The city reserves the right to reject all bids. The subject property is legally described as follows: Lot Six (6) in Block Two (2) as designated upon the Plat of J.B.Whitehead’s Addition to the City of Rockford, being a Subdivision of part of Lot “G” Plat of North part of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 22, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, Winnebago County, Illinois, the Plat of which addition is recorded in Book 8 of Plats on page 31 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; Section 2: The Notice of said sale and the fact that said City of Rockford will receive bids for the purchase of said real estate shall be advertised in the Rock River Times, a weekly newspaper published in said City of Rockford, for three (3) consecutive weeks, the first publication to be not less than thirty (30) days before the day provided in said Notice for the opening bids for the real estate.

Section 3: The said Notice shall set forth the fact that said bids will be received until 11:00 A.M., local Rockford time on February 6, 2017, at the office of the City of Rockford Purchasing Manager and shall be accompanied by a bank cashier’s or certified check payable to the City of Rockford for at least ten (10) percent of the amount of the bid, the balance to be paid in cash by the successful bidder within not more than fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of the City Council’s acceptance of his bid. The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

Section 4: The provisions and sections of this Ordinance shall be deemed severable, and the invalidity of any portion of this Ordinance shall not affect the validity of the remainder.

Section 5: All orders, resolutions, or ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed insofar as such conflict exists and this Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage, approval, and publication, as required by law.

Section 6: A full, true, and complete copy of this Ordinance shall be published within ten (10) days after passage in pamphlet

form by and under authority of the Corporate Authorities.

6849R TRRT 1/18 n n n INVITATION TO BID TIRE COLLECTION AND RECYCLING BID NO.: 117-CD-005 Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Thursday, January 19, 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 http://www.rockfordil.gov/finance/central-services/ purchasing.aspx Bids must be enclosed in a sealed envelope and marked with the name of the bid, and the bid number.

Each bidder shall submit with his bid the information specified in the bid documents for compliance with the laws of the State of Illinois on Fair Employment Practices and with the City of Rockford’s Ordinance on Equal Employment and Business Opportunity. Any bid which fails to include the compliance items properly completed will not be read and will not be considered. All Contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

The City of Rockford reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive technicalities.

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Public Notices n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ALPINE BANK & TRUST CO., Plaintiff, v.

DONALD P. SHRIVER, in his capacity as Special Representative of the ESTATE OF MARLA J. McCANN; BRENT M. McCANN; PAULA J. LOGAN; THOMAS McCANN; THERESA CLIFFORD; BRIDGETT McCANN; JAMES McCANN; PATRICK McCANN; KELLEY J. McCANN n/k/a KELLEY J. MINDRUP; CLAUDIA C. CECIL ((on behalf of ABIGAIL J. McCANN) in her capacity as Trustee of the “Abigail J. McCann Trust”)); UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 2016 CH 68 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.

1. 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.

2. The common address and other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 1423 Post Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61108.

3. The legal description of the

real estate is: Part of Lot Two (2) as designated upon the Plat of Harlow Manors Subdivision, being the Southwest Quarter (1/4) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 28, Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 10 of Plats on page 68 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, bounded as follows, to-wit: Beginning at a point in the East line of said Lot, 237 feet North of the Southeast corner of said Lot; thence West Parallel with the South line of said Lot, 135 feet; thence North parallel with the East line of said Lot, 120 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Lot, 135 feet to the East line of said Lot; thence South along the East line of said Lot, 120 feet to the place of beginning, situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

4. A description of the improvements on the real estate is: Single-family residence, with 5 rooms total, and approximately 1,363 square feet of living area.

5. The time and place of sale will be January 26, 2017 at 11:00 A.M., Winnebago County Justice Center, Lobby, 650 West State Street, Rockford, County of Winnebago, Illinois.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. The property will not be available for inspection.

9. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of subject premises.

10. 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).

Dated: December 30, 2016 Attorneys for Plaintiff ALPINE BANK & TRUST CO. HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP By: /s/ Yashekia T. Simpkins Yashekia T. Simpkins One of Its Attorneys Yashekia T. Simpkins (ARDC #6307014) Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP 100 Park Avenue P.O. Box 1389 Rockford, IL 61105-1389 Phone: 815-490-4900 Fax: 815-490-4901 ysimpkins@hinshawlaw.com 6850R TRRT 1/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PATRICK S. PHILLIPS, Deceased.

Case No. 15 P 416

CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of PATRICK S. PHILLIPS. Letters of Office were issued on August 4, 2015 to ALICE L. FOX, who is the legal representative of the Estate.

The attorney for the estate is Gary L. Ecklund, 4023 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61108.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before June 21, 2017, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

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

DATED: December 16, 2016 /s/ Gary L. Ecklund Gary L. Ecklund Gary L. Ecklund - #0710822 Attorney for Estate 4023 Charles Street Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 229-5333 6810R TRRT 1/4 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Electrical Contractor business in said County and State under the name of R. Terry Company at the following post office addresses: 1710 Council Crest Drive, Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Ross W. Terry, 815312-6645 SIGNED: Ross W. Terry 12/30/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 30th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Idella Blakely, DEPUTY 6852R TRRT 1/18 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Retail Sales business in said County and State under the name of Alpine Market at the following post office addresses: 3210 S. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Alvin D. Triplett SIGNED: Alvin D. Triplett 12/29/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 29th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Mariana Flores, Notary Public My Commission Expires Oct. 14, 2020 6853R TRRT 1/18 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Small Business (Construction) business in said County and State under the name of Interstate Contractors at the following post office addresses: 2113 South 6th St., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such

business are as follows: Marcus A. Staff, 779-200-4112 SIGNED: Marcus A. Staff 12/28/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 28th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Idella Blakely, DEPUTY 6854R TRRT 1/18 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Yoga Studio business in said County and State under the name of Vitality Yoga at the following post office addresses: 4675 Bluestem Rd., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Anne Discepolo SIGNED: Anne Discepolo 12/29/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 29th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Amy Reininger, DEPUTY 6855R TRRT 1/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate of KEVIN J. GANDER, Deceased.

NO. 2016-P-556 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Kevin J. Gander. Letters of office were issued on December 20, 2016, to Rose M. Stocker of 3833 Westlake Village Drive, Winnebago, IL 61088, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is Plager, Krug, Bauer & Rudolph, Ltd., 10 N. Galena Avenue, P.O. Box 839, Freeport, IL 61032.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the clerk, or with the representative, or both, on or before July 4, 2017, or within 3 months from date of mailing or delivery of notice to creditors, if 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 is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Thomas A. Klein, Circuit Clerk Nicole M. Bauer, #6236680 PLAGER, KRUG, BAUER & RUDOLPH, LTD. Attorneys At Law 10 N. Galena Avenue P.O. Box 839 Freeport, IL 61032 Telephone: (815) 235-1212 Facsimile: (815) 235-1244 E-mail: nbauer@plager-law.com 6856R TRRT 1/18 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a Theatrical Production Dance Company business in said County and State under the name of Dance To Make Change 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: Jermaine Robinson SIGNED: Jermaine Robinson 12/14/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 14th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 6812R TRRT 1/4

The Rock River Times | RockRiverTimes.com | January 4, 2017 | n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MARTIN SOLIS, et al Defendant 16 CH 00336 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 22, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 24, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT NUMBER 4 IN THE SOUTHVUE CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACT OF LAND: LOTS 3, 9, 10, 11 AND 12 IN BLOCK 14 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF B.A. KNIGHT’S SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 6 OF PLATS ON PAGE 27, IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT (B) TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED ON MICROFILM NUMBER 87-25-1410 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 1759146; TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1212 COSPER AVENUE UNIT #4, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 11-24104-004, Property Index No. (204D804).

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, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff

makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-04223.

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. 14-16-04223 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00336 TJSC#: 36-14408 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. I711035 P6817R TRRT 1/11 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, vs.

GAETANO TRIPOLI, AKA GAETANO J. TRIPOLI, AKA TOM TRIPOLI; MARIA MARTIN Defendants, 15 CH 279 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, February 2, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Thirteen (13) in Block Three (3) as designated upon Plat No. 2 of Jefferson Heights being a subdivision of part of the West Half (1/2) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 31 Township 44 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the plat of which subdivision is recorded in Book 26 of Plats on page 27 in the Record-

er’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as 3230 Dartmouth Drive, Rockford, IL 61108.

P.I.N. 12-31-406-013.

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

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

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611.

16-009313 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711300 P6818R TRRT 1/11 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

TAMMY J. JOSEPHITIS; STANLEY E. JOSEPHITIS, AKA STAN JOSEPHITIS; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; DANA JOSEPHITIS Defendants, 15 CH 1058 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, February 2, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot One (1) in Block Three (3) as designated upon the Plat of Perley & St. John’s Addition to the Town of Pecatonica, the Plat of which is recorded in Book 35 of Deeds on Page 1 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as 402 West 6th Street, Pecatonica, IL 61063.

P.I.N. 09-29-403-012.

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

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

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611.

15-028220 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711306 P6819R TRRT 1/11 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs.

MATTHEW R. SANDS AND CARLEY A. SANDS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 256 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on October 26, 2016 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300,, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT THREE HUNDRED (300) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT #8 OF SAGWOOD, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 3, 10 AND 11, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 39 OF PLATS ON PAGE 96A IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 08-10-227-026.

Commonly known as 6957 NESTLEWOOD DR., ROSCOE, IL 61073.

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.

For information call Sales Clerk at Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125.

Ref. No. 16-00823 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711307 P6820R TRRT 1/11 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-FF12 Plaintiff, vs.

JOHN L. JOHNSON; INLAND POWER GROUP, INC.; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CAPITAL ONE BANK; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC; COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO; TRINITY FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC

Defendants, 16 CH 305 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, February 2, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Lot Thirty-One (31) as designated upon Plat No. 1 of Atwood Park Estates, being a Subdivision of part of the Northwest Quarter (1/4) of Section 19, Township 43 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Winnebago County, Illinois, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 32 of the Plats on page 195 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as 6117 Conner Lane, Rockford, IL 61109.

P.I.N. 16-19-126-012.

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

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

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611.

16-007710 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711308 P6821R TRRT 1/11 n n n NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THE LAW FIRM OF HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ALPINE BANK & TRUST CO., Plaintiff, v.

PAULETTE S. MATTSON; UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No.: 2016 CH 1006 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS FOR PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, NOTICE is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, by the said Plaintiff, against you and other Defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain

mortgage concerning the premises described as follows, to-wit: Lots Thirteen (13) and Fourteen (14) in Block Fourteen (14) as designated upon the Plat of Ridgewood Subdivision, being a Subdivision of a part of the East Half (1/2) of the East Half (1/2) of Section 19, Township 44 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in the Recorder’s Office in Book 16 of Plats on Page 1; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

COMMON ADDRESS: 231 Atwood Avenue Rockford, IL 61102 PIN: 11-19-277-012 PROPERTY CODE: 199A 376 And for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that the suit is now pending.

NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint of said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse in the City of Rockford, Illinois, on or before the 30th day of January, 2017, default may be entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

THOMAS A. KLEIN, Clerk of the Circuit Court, 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois PREPARED BY: Yashekia T. Simpkins (ARDC #6307014) HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP 100 Park Avenue P.O. Box 1389 Rockford, IL 61105-1389 Phone: 815-490-4900 Fax: 815-490-4901 ysimpkins@hinshawlaw.com 6822R TRRT 1/11 n n n NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6146 , 7511 Vandiver Rd., Cherry Valley IL 61112 to satisfy a lien on January 12, 2017 at approx. 10:00 AM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date.

Cube #I10, Lourdes Gonzalez; Cube #LL7, Franca M. Mastrodonato; Cube #DD20, Robert Longardner.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6150 , 4548 American Rd, Rockford IL 61109 to satisfy a lien on January 12, 2017 at approx. 11:00 AM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date.

Cube #5927, Steven E. Menor; Cube #2610, Terry Barber; Cube #5506, Scott James; Cube #4226, Nathan Taylor; Cube #2809, Brooke Norman; Cube #4295, Iwona Yvonne Spelman; Cube #4201, Erik M Follman; Cube #1106, Todd Fowler.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6153 , 4548 American Rd, Rockford IL 61109 to satisfy a lien on January 12, 2017 at approx. 11:15 AM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date.

Cube #S5, Tierra L Estes.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold

for cash by CubeSmart 6152 , 3015 N. Main St., Rockford IL 61103 to satisfy a lien on January 12, 2017 at approx. 11:30 AM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date.

Cube #A35, Ashley Holub; Cube #B283, Steven L. Jones; Cube #B77, Charles E. Freeman II; Cube #A69, Timothy DuBose; Cube #A172, Jimmie C. Edwards; Cube #B57, Lakisha R. Davis; Cube #B337, Cheyenne N. Dixon; Cube #A24, Summer L. Mauermann; Cube #E9, Lynette B. Marks.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6151, 6210 Forest Hills Road, Rockford IL 61111 to satisfy a lien on January 12, 2017 at approx. 12:00 PM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date.

Cube #474, Raven Burleson; Cube #520, Melissa Carter; Cube #447, Andrew S. DeWilde; Cube #511, Sabrina M. Arnold; Cube #315B, Michael D. Vanderjack; Cube #310C, Zackary Kendall Kiefer; Cube #47, Megan Green, a.k.a.

Megan Green Timm, a.k.a Megan Timm.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 6148, 4300 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park IL 61111 to satisfy a lien on January 12, 2017 at approx. 12:30 PM at www.storagetreasures.com. All online bids start 14 days prior to the below start date.

Cube #312, Raymond Jasker; Cube #14, Brian Roach.

6823R TRRT 1/4 n n n WINDSOR STORAGE P.O. BOX 15394 LOVES PARK, IL 61132-5394 NOTICE OF SALE The personal property stored by the persons listed below, occupants of storage units located at 1915 Windsor Rd., Loves Park, Illinois, a self-storage facility operated by AAA WINDSOR STORAGE INC. (“OWNER”), Shall be sold at public auction at 1915 Windsor Rd., Loves Park, Illinois, on 01/13/17 at or after 10:00 a.m. to enforce the Owner’s lien thereon.

If there are no bidders, Owner will otherwise dispose of the property.

Antione Williams Unit #113; Laurie Stalvick Unit #66.

6824R TRRT 1/4 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ADVIA CREDIT UNION f/k/a FIRST COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs.

SAUK RIDGE HOME BUILDERS, LLC; GARY OLSON; DAVID L. TRY, SR.; JOHANNA M. KOSLOFSKI; THUNDER HOME BUILDERS, INC.; VALLEY REALTORS, INC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 16 CH 992 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled cause, that the above-entitled Mortgage Foreclosure action was filed on December 19, 2016, and is now pending.

1. The names of all Plaintiffs and the Case Number are iden-

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tified above.

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

3. The name of the titleholder of record is: Sauk Ridge Home Builders, LLC. 4. A legal description of the real estate sufficient to identify it with reasonable certainty is as follows: Units 17-228 in Condominiums of Sauk Ridge as delineated on a survey of the following described real estate: Lot One (1) as designated upon Final Plat No. 1 of Sauk Ridge, being a Subdivision of part of the Northeast Quarter (1/4) of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section 7, Township 46 North, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian, the Plat of which Subdivision is recorded in Book 48 of Plats on Page 102A in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, (hereinafter referred to as ‘Parcel’, which survey is attached as Exhibit ‘B’ to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois as Document No. 200900941360, 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.

PIN: 04-07-403-005 5. A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 228 Sauk Ridge Drive, South Beloit, Illinois 61080 6. An identification of the Mortgage sought to be foreclosed is as follows: a. Name of Mortgagor: Thunder Enterprises LLC as assigned to Sauk Ridge Home Builders, LLC b. Name of Mortgagee: First American Federal Credit Union n/k/a Advia Credit Union c. Date of Mortgage: September 14, 2007 d. Date of Recording: September 17, 2007 e. County Where Recorded: Winnebago County, Illinois f. Recording Document Identification: Document No. 200700758931 NOW THEREFORE, unless you, UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint for Foreclosure in this cause or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the offices of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, on or before January 25, 2017 (which is the 30th day after the first publication of this notice), default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment for Foreclosure may be entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

RENO & ZAHM LLP BY: /s/ Michael G. Schultz Michael G. Schultz, Attorney for Advia Credit Union, Plaintiff RENO & ZAHM LLP Jamie S. Cassel (#06200979) Michael G. Schultz (#06297569) 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 987-4050 mgs@renozahm.com 6826R TRRT 1/11

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.BILLY JONES, et al Defendant 16 CH 00410 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 6, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS FOURTEEN (14) AND FIFTEEN (15) AND THE WEST ONE FOOT OF THE NORTH FORTY-EIGHT FEET OF LOT SIXTEEN (16) IN BLOCK ELEVEN (11) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF LIBERTY PARK SUBDIVISION, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 16 OF PLATS ON PAGE 16 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 422 LIBERTY BLVD., MACHESNEY PARK, IL 61115 Property Index No. 08-30-307014 (138C280).

The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

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

If this property is a condominium

unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

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

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-03571.

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. 14-16-03571 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00410 TJSC#: 36-14568 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. I711385 P6830R TRRT 1/18 n n n “THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” WA16-0722 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC; Plaintiff, VS. Michael A. Roggenbuck; Heather Roggenbuck; James E. Meason; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Michael A. Roggenbuck, if any; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Heather Roggenbuck, if any; Unknown Owners and Non Record Claimants; Defendants.

16CH 936 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: -Michael A. Roggenbuck that Plaintiff has commenced this case in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County against you and other defendants, for foreclosure of a certain Mortgage lien recorded against the premises described as follows: LOT THIRTY-ONE (31) IN BLOCK (8) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF OAK PARK ADDITION TO SOUTH BELOIT, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 5, 6, 7 AND 8, TOWNSHIP 46

NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH ADDITION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 8 OF PLATS ON PAGE 33 IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 811 Roscoe Avenue, South Beloit, IL 61080 PIN: 04-05-359-002 said Mortgage was given

by Michael A. Roggenbuck and Heather Roggenbuck, Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Flagship Financial Group, LLC, Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 200800823981.

UNLESS YOU file your appearance or otherwise file your answer in this case in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford IL 61101 on or before February 3, 2017 A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE OR DECREE

BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED FOR IN THE PLAINTIFF’S COMPLAINT. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-360-9461 WA16-0722 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I711482 P6831R TRRT 1/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.NOELLE M. MUNOZ F/K/A NOELLE KILDAY, et al Defendant 16 CH 00508 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 31, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 8, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 222 AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF WINFIELD PLAT NO. 6, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 46 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF SOUTH BELOIT, WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 48 OF PLATS ON PAGE 86A IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 646 MOSE WAY, SOUTH BELOIT, IL 61080 Property Index No. 04-18182-017.

The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for

Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-06051.

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. 14-16-06051 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00508 TJSC#: 36-10916 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. I711515 P6832R TRRT 1/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ABDOULAYE SANGARE, et al Defendant

16 CH 00475 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 9, 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) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF GITCHELL SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 14 OF PLATS ON PAGE 219 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PORTION DEEDED TO THE CITY OF ROCKFORD BY WARRANTY DEED RECORDED APRIL 21, 2004 AS DOCUMENT NO. 0425427 DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT ONE (1); THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 11 SECONDS WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT ONE (1), 7.18 FEET; THENCE NORTH 56 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 27 SECONDS EAST, 8.65 FEET TO A POINT IN THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT ONE (1); THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 45 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT ONE (1), 4.81 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 2503 GLENWOOD AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101 Property Index No. 11-10428-022.

The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to

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

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-07130.

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. 14-16-07130 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00475 TJSC#: 36-11503 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. I711531 P6833R TRRT 1/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS MIDWEST COMMUNITY BANK; Plaintiff, vs.

THOMAS GALASSI; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; HEIGHTS FINANCE CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 856 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, February 9, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300,, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT 106 AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NUMBER TWO OF WEXFORD PLACE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 15, AND THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 045 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD

PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 44 OF PLATS ON PAGE 135A AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0403546 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3090 Bauer Drive, Machesney Park, IL 61115.

P.I.N. 08-22-100-003 & 0815-300-004.

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. Mitchell J. Edlund at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Cozen O’Connor, 123 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 474-7900.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711633 P6834R TRRT 1/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Plaintiff, vs.

MICKEY JOSEPH RIBAS AKA MICKEY J. RIBAS AKA MICKEY RIBAS; CARRIE RIBAS AKA C. RIBAS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 15 CH 1051 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, February 9, 2017, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300,Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-NINE (129) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 5 OF KYLEMORE EAST, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 40 OF PLATS ON PAGE 130B IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6474 Wicklow Close, Rockford, Illinois 61107.

P.I.N. 12-22-330-018.

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. F15100227 I711634 P6835R TRRT 1/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK; Plaintiff, vs.

RAMON CHAVEZ; MARIA CONSUELO CHAVEZ; ROCK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 409 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, February 9, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT NINETEEN (19) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF WESTON SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 40 ON PAGE 93B IN THE RECORDERS OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1585 Livingston Drive, Rockford, IL 61107.

P.I.N. 12-14-378-006.

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

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

For information call Mr. David T. Cohen at Plaintiff’s Attorney, David T. Cohen & Associates, LTD., 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531.

(708) 460-7711.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711638 P6836R TRRT 1/18

The Rock River Times | RockRiverTimes.com | January 4, 2017 | n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.STEVE L. NARDINI, et al Defendant 16 CH 00485 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 28, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 31, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ONE HUNDRED ONE (101) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF HARRISON AVENUE SECOND SUBDIVISION, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BEING A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 1 AND ALSO A PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 2, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 12 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 2730 9TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 15-01105-010.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of

a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-07037.

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. 14-16-07037 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00485 TJSC#: 36-11972 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. I710458 P6795R TRRT 1/4 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.KELLY A. GREENE A/K/A KELLY A. GARRETT, et al Defendant 14 CH 01125 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 18, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 17, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 114 AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT TWO OF DIXON’S AND NIEMAN’S WESTVALE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 38 OF PLATS OF PAGE 46A IN THE RECORDERS OFFICE, SITUATED IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1922 HIGHRIDGE ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-34-253018 (178A314).

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which

is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

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

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-21774.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@ il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-14-21774 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 14 CH 01125 TJSC#: 36-14087 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. I710513 P6796R TRRT 1/4 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A, THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR CWMBS REPERFORMING LOAN REMIC TRUST CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-RL Plaintiff, -v.JAVIER R. CORALES A/K/A JAVIER CORALES R., et al Defendant 16 CH 00484 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 5, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 1, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT ELEVEN (11) IN BLOCK EIGHT (8) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF L.M. NOLING’S SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 3 OF PLATS ON PAGE 18 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE CITY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1822 S. 5TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-35253-005.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser

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

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-17080.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@ il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-17080 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00484 TJSC#: 36-12194 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. I710636 P6797R TRRT 1/4 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Banc of America Funding 2005-B Trust; Plaintiff, VS. Yadira Yanez; Jorge A. Ramirez a/k/a Jorge Ramirez; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Yadira Yanez, if any; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Jorge A. Ramirez, if any; Unknown Owners and Non Record Claimants; Defendants.

16CH 742 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: -Yadira Yanez that Plaintiff has commenced this case in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County against you and other defendants, for foreclosure of a certain Mortgage lien recorded against the premises described as follows: LOT 245 AS DESIGNATED UPON BLUFFSIDE HEIGHTS PLAT NUMBER 5 BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF PART OF BLUFFSIDE HEIGHTS PLAT NUMBER 4 AND PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 AND PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED

IN BOOK 44 OF PLATS ON PAGE 112A IN THE RECORDER`S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 4202 Allendale Avenue, Rockford, IL 61109 PIN: 15-12-255-004 said Mortgage was given by Yadira Yanez and Jorge A. Ramirez a/k/a Jorge Ramirez, Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for GreenPoint Mortgage Funding, Inc., Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0504381.

UNLESS YOU file your appearance or otherwise file your answer in this case in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford IL 61101 on or before January 20, 2017, A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE OR DECREE

BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED FOR IN THE PLAINTIFF’S COMPLAINT. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-360-9461 WA16-0599 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com “THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” WA16-0599 I710676 P6798R TRRT 1/4 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MIDFIRST BANK Plaintiff, -v.NANCY CASTRO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, LOUIS CASTRO, SHERRY ZACK, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR TOMAS N CASTRO A/K/A TOMAS CASTRO Defendant 16 CH 0000074 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 16, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 30, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT SIX (6) IN BLOCK ELEVEN (11) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF FAIRVIEW SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOKS 5 OF PLATS ON PAGE 59 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 2224 11TH AVENUE, Rockford, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-25476-017.

The real estate is improved with a single family home. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales

Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 253234. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@ pierceservices.com Attorney File No. 253234 Case Number: 16 CH 0000074 TJSC#: 36-13419 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. I710732 P6799R TRRT 1/4 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for New

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Century Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2005-B, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates PLAINTIFF Vs. Louis G. Bertenshaw; Winnebago County; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 16 CH 00491 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Louis G. Bertenshaw 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: 201 Renrose Avenue Loves Park, IL 61111 and which said Mortgage was made by: Louis G. Bertenshaw the Mortgagor(s), to Home123 Corporation, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0555860; 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 January 20, 2017, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-16-05595 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector.

I710925 P6801R TRRT 1/4 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 Lawncare, mowing, leaf removal, raking, snow removal, all seasonal & more business in said County and State under the name of Cardenas Lawncare at the following post office addresses: 5126 Rocky Ln., Loves Park, IL 61111; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Estevan Cardenas, 815-540-9395 SIGNED: Estevan Cardenas 1/3/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 3rd day of January, A.D. 2017.

Jessica Cardenas-Kamel, Notary Public My Commission Expires 3/20/2018 6858R TRRT 1/18

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n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Bank of America, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Donald A. Anderson; Janet Anderson; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS 16 CH 00079 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: 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: 2218 Van Wie Avenue Rockford, IL 61103 and which said Mortgage was made by: Donald A. Anderson Janet Anderson the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Prism Mortgage Company, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Winnebago County, Illinois, as Document No. 0167650; 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 February 3, 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. 14-15-19236 NOTE: This law firm is a debt collector.

I711662 P6837R TRRT 1/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.WILLIAM HINTZ A/K/A WILLIAM T HINTZ, et al Defendant 16 CH 557 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 4, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 8, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 289, AS DESIGNATED UPON THE FINAL PLAT NO. NINE OF CHICORY RIDGE SUBDIVISION BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER AND PART OF

THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NORTH EAST QUARTER OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 46 NORTH RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 43 OF PLATS, PAGE 152 AS DOCUMENT NO. 0171981 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 694 PURPLE SAGE DRIVE, ROSCOE, IL 61073 Property Index No. 04-31404-001.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 255814. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago,

IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@ pierceservices.com Attorney File No. 255814 Case Number: 16 CH 557 TJSC#: 36-13733 I711676 P6838R TRRT 1/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.SHERRY ZAK, SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR ELIZABETH E. POKRANT, A/K/A ELIZABETH POKRANT (DECEASED), STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES COLLECTIONS/ TECHNICAL RECOVERY, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ND, JAMES POKRANT, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ELIZABETH E. POKRANT, A/K/A ELIZABETH POKRANT (DECEASED), UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 15 CH 1082 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 22, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 31, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: The North Sixty-Five (65) feet of the South One Hundred Fifty (150) feet of lots ten (10) and eleven (11) as designated upon the plat of Rockford Suburban Farms subdivision, being a subdivision of a part of the North half f section 31, township 45 North, range 2 East of the third principal meridian, the plat of which subdivision is recorded in Book 13 of plats on page 12 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, the North and South lines of said premises being parallel with the South lines of said lots.

Commonly known as 7908 ELM AVENUE, MACHESNEY PARK, IL 61115 Property Index No. 08-31201-009.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for

sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 258479. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. 258479 Case Number: 15 CH 1082 TJSC#: 3614326 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. I711709 P6839R TRRT 1/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ALPINE BANK & TRUST COMPANY as successor in interest to ALPINE BANK OF ILLINOIS, Plaintiff, vs.

DANIEL S. LANTZ, JUDY A. LANTZ, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 16 CH 955 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE To: UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, defendants in the above-entitled cause, that the above suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court for the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, by

the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for foreclosure of a mortgage and other relief on the following described property in which you have or claim an interest: The East Twenty-two and one-half (22 1/2) feet in width of Lot Twenty-two (22) and the West Twenty-seven and one-half (27 1 /2) feet in width of Lot Twenty-one (21) as designated upon the Plat of Sunnyside Subdivision, being a Resubdivision of part of Eastwood & Stokburger’s First Subdivision of Loves Park, the Plat of which is recorded in Book 12 of Plats on Page 36 and 36B in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, the East and West lines of said premises being parallel with the line dividing said Lots 21 and 22; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as: 323 River Park Road, Loves Park, IL 61111 PIN: 11-01-452-023 Property Code: 181D 383 Title Holder of Record: Judy A. Lantz Identification of Mortgage: Mortgage from Daniel S. Lantz and Judy A. Lantz to ALPINE BANK OF ILLINOIS, dated July 15, 2003, and recorded July 17, 2003 in the Winnebago County Recorder’s Office as Document No. 0365170.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said defendants, “Unknown Owners” and “Non-Record Claimants” file your answer in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, on or before FEBRUARY 6, 2017 default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint.

Dated: December 28, 2016 WILLIAMSMcCARTHY LLP /s/ Thomas P. Sandquist Thomas P. Sandquist Its Attorneys Prepared By: Thomas P. Sandquist WilliamsMcCarthy LLP 120 West State Street P.O. Box 219 Rockford, Illinois 61105 (815) 987-8900 6840R TRRT 1/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ALPINE BANK & TRUST COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs.

NADI, LLC, a dissolved Illinois Limited Liability Company, ROCKFORD LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, an Illinois Not-for-Profit Corporation, AARON HOTLEN, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 16 CH 963 PUBLICATION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE To: UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, defendants in the above-entitled cause, that the above suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court for the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for foreclosure of a mortgage and other relief on the following described property in which you have or claim an interest: A part of Lots Six (6) and Seven (7) in Block Twen-

ty-nine (29) as designated upon the Map of that part of the Town (now City) of Rockford on the East side of Rock River, which Plat is recorded in Book D of Deeds on pages 340 and 341 in the Recorder’s Office of Winnebago County, Illinois, bounded and described as follows, to-wit: Beginning at a point on the South line of said Lot Six (6), 7 1/5 feet East of the Southwest corner of said Lot Six (6); thence East on the South line of said Lot Six (6), 22.0 feet; thence North on a line parallel with the Westerly line of said Lots Six (6) and Seven (7), 88 feet to the Southerly line of an alley; thence Westerly, parallel with the Southerly line of said Lot Six (6), 22.0 feet; thence Southerly, parallel with the Westerly line of said Lots Six (6) and Seven (7), 88.0 feet to the place of beginning; situated in the County of Winnebago and State of Illinois.

Commonly known as: 406 East State Street, Rockford, Illinois PIN: 11-23-386-011 Property Code: 203C 608 Title Holder of Record: NADI, LLC Identification of Mortgage: Mortgage from NADI, LLC, to ALPINE BANK & TRUST CO. dated November 9, 2012, and recorded November 13, 2012 in the Winnebago County Recorder’s Office as Document No. 20121045439.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said defendants, “Unknown Owners” and “NonRecord Claimants” file your answer in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein in the said Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, on or before FEBRUARY 6, 2017 default may be entered against you and each of you at any time after that day and a decree entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint.

Dated: December 28, 2016 WILLIAMSMcCARTHY LLP /s/ Thomas P. Sandquist Thomas P. Sandquist Its Attorneys Prepared By: Thomas P. Sandquist WilliamsMcCarthy LLP 120 West State Street P.O. Box 219 Rockford, Illinois 61105 (815) 987-8900 6841R TRRT 1/18 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO, STATE OF ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff(s), vs.

RON POLICHT A/K/A RONALD POLICHT, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant(s).

16 CH 972 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: RON POLICHT A/K/A RONALD POLICHT, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN TENANTS and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Defendants in the above entitled suit, that said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Chancery Division, by the said Plaintiff, against you and other Defendants, praying for foreclosure of a certain Real Estate Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT ONE HUNDRED THIRTY (130) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 4 OF MULFORD HILLS

BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 38 OF PLATS ON PAGE 186B IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Tax Number: 08-34-376-011 commonly known as 6214 RENAISSANCE COURT LOVES PARK IL 61111; and which said Real Estate Mortgage was made by RON POLICHT A/K/A RONALD POLICHT, and recorded in the Office of the Winnebago County Recorder as Document Number 200800811544; that Summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said named Defendant, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the office of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, located at 400 WEST STATE STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61101, on or before the February 3, 2017, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Attorney No. 3635 LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Ira T. Nevel Aaron Nevel 175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com # 16-03510 I711763 P6846R TRRT 1/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of ROSEMARY F. DECKARD, Deceased.

NO. 2016 P 444 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of ROSEMARY F. DECKARD. Letters of Office were issued on November 28, 2016, to MARK D. DECKARD, 6450 N. Rockton Road, Rockford, IL 61103, who is the Executor Appointed with Supervised Administration of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is MICHAEL JON SHALBRACK, HolmstromKennedyPC, 800 North Church Street, PO Box 589, Rockford, Illinois 61105-0589.

Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before July 4, 2017, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later.

Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

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

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

Dated: December 29, 2016 MARK D. DECKARD,

Executor of the Estate of ROSEMARY F. DECKARD, Deceased HolmstromKennedyPC, By: /s/ Michael Jon Shalbrack, Michael Jon Shalbrack, one of its attorneys Prepared by: Attorney Michael Jon Shalbrack HolmstromKennedyPC ARDC #6188198 Attorney for Executor 800 N. Church Street PO Box 589 Rockford, IL 61105-0589 (815) 962-7071 mshalbrack@hkrockford.com 6842R TRRT 1/18 n n n WINDSOR STORAGE P.O. BOX 15394 LOVES PARK, IL 61132-5394 NOTICE OF SALE The personal property stored by the persons listed below, occupants of storage units located at 1915 Windsor Rd., Loves Park, Illinois, a self-storage facility operated by AAA WINDSOR STORAGE INC. (“OWNER”), Shall be sold at public auction at 1915 Windsor Rd., Loves Park, Illinois, on 01/21/17 at or after 10:00 a.m. to enforce the Owner’s lien thereon.

If there are no bidders, Owner will otherwise dispose of the property.

Joseph Novack Unit #50; Lyle Lemke Unit #40.

6844R TRRT 1/11 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a online content, consulting, promotion and handmade items business in said County and State under the name of Wonderfully Made and Dearly Loved at the following post office addresses: 1317 Brooke Road, Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Judith Ann Witherby SIGNED: Judith Ann Witherby 12/16/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 16th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Angela Reina, DEPUTY 6816R TRRT 1/4 n n n MORE AADDITIONAL STORAGE 7327 N. Alpine Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111 815-262-8061 NOTICE OF SALE The personal properties stored by: Darlene Davis (B1) and Arthur Dacanay (B2) located at 7327 N. Alpine Road, Loves Park, Illinois, a self-storage facility, shall be sold on or after 1/07/17, to enforce the owner’s lien thereon. If not sold, the property will be otherwise disposed of. Property includes household goods and many personal items.

6825R TRRT 1/4 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 Skincare business in said County and State under the name of Invidia Skin Studio at the following post office addresses: 5518 Clayton Circle, Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Amy Stien SIGNED: Amy Stien 1/3/17 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 3rd day of January, A.D. 2017.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 6859R TRRT 1/18

The Rock River Times | RockRiverTimes.com | January 4, 2017 | n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN THE MATTER OF Tanner Loyd Gault Current Name Case No. 16 MR 1216 NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR NAME CHANGE Notice is hereby given, that on February 23, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., in Room #426, Tanner Loyd Gault, will present a Petition requesting that the Court change his/her present name of Tanner Loyd Gault to the name of Tanner Loyd Stewart. The hearing will take place at Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State St. in Rockford, Illinois. /s/ Tanner Gault Date: 12/27/16 6829R TRRT 1/11 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: GARY L. ELGIN Deceased.

2016 P 545 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of GARY L. ELGIN. Letters of Office were issued on December 19, 2016 to GLENDELLE CROSBY, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Douglas Miller, American Law Firm, P.C., 475 Executive Parkway, Rockford, Illinois 61107. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before June 21, 2017 that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date as stated above shall be barred.

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

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to his/her attorney within ten days after it has been filed. /s/ Douglas Miller Douglas Miller Attorney for Executor American Law Firm, P.C. Douglas Miller 475 Executive Parkway Rockford, Illinois 61107 815/397-2006 815/394-1955 Fax 6805R TRRT 1/4 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

MYRTLE L. FLEMING Deceased NO. 2016 P 532 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Myrtle L. Fleming. Letters of Office were issued on December 2, 2016, to Linda L. Lampert, 371 Stone Creek Drive, West Avon, CO 81620 who is the Independent Executor of the Estate. The attorneys for the Estate are Michael J. Schappert and Maryjo Pirages Reynolds, HolmstromKennedyPC, 800 North Church Street, P.O. Box 589, Rockford, Illinois 61105-0589.

Claims against the Estate may be filed on or before June 21, 2017, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

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

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

Dated: December 14, 2016 Linda L. Lampert, Independent Executor of the Estate of Myrtle L. Fleming, Deceased By: HolmstromKennnedyPC, By: /s/ Maryjo Pirages Reynolds Maryjo Pirages Reynolds, one of its attorneys Attorney Michael J. Schappert ARDC #3128183 Attorney Maryjo Pirages Reynolds ARDC #6309920 HolmstromKennedyPC Attorneys for Independent Executor 800 N. Church Street, P.O. Box 589 Rockford, IL 61105-0589 Phone: 815-962-7071 mschappert@hkrockford.com mpr@hkrockford.com 6807R TRRT 1/4 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of: TONI ZIMMERMAN Deceased.

Case No. 2016 W 889 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of TONI ZIMMERMAN, who died December 1, 2016. Les Zimmerman of 604 Oak Knolls, Rockford, Illinois 61107 is the legal representative of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is John J. Mann, 7303 Farmhome Ln., Cherry Valley, Illinois 61016.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before June 21, 2017, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first pub-

lication or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditor, 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 of Winnebago County, 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. /s/ Les Zimmerman, Executor John J. Mann ARDC #3123461 7303 Farmhome Ln. Cherry Valley, IL 61016 (815) 332-2496 6808R TRRT 1/4 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 Transportation and General Service business in said County and State under the name of B-Hive Services at the following post office addresses: 7405 Grace Dr., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Christopher L. Bilyeu SIGNED: Christopher L. Bilyeu 12/15/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Idella Blakely, DEPUTY 6813R TRRT 1/4 n n n ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a construction company doing siding business in said County and State under the name of LS1 Construction at the following post office addresses: 10771 Main St., Roscoe, IL 61073; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Steve Detlof SIGNED: Steve Detlof 12/15/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 6814R TRRT 1/4 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 Healthy Living and Nutritional Services business in said County and State under the name of Sonadores at the following post office addresses: 1435 Broadway, Rockford, IL 61104; that the true

and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Alfonso Lucas, 815-871-7610 SIGNED: Alfonso Lucas 12/15/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Pamela Johnson, DEPUTY 6815R TRRT 1/4 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 Water Well Company business in said County and State under the name of Tom Allabaugh Water Well Company at the following post office addresses: 2003 N. Weldon Rd., Winnebago, IL 61088; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Tom F. Allabaugh SIGNED: Tom F. Allabaugh 12/22/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Idella Blakely, DEPUTY 6827R TRRT 1/11 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION A/K/A PHH MORTGAGE SERVICES Plaintiff, -v.JOBY J. HOLDEN, et al Defendant 15 CH 00553 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 18, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT THREE (3) IN BLOCK EIGHT (8) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE REPLAT OF ROLLING GREEN, A RESIDENTIAL PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF A PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH REPLAT IS RECORDED IN BOOK 18 OF PLATS ON PAGE 35 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ALSO THAT PART OF LOT FOUR (4) IN SAID BLOCK EIGHT (8) LYING WESTERLY OF A LINE DRAWN FROM A POINT IN THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT AND DISTANT TWENTY-FIVE (25) FEET FROM THE NORTHEAST

REALESTATE

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 68, 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: 1423 Post Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61108.

2. The time and place of sale will be January 26, 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 residence, with 5 rooms total, and approximately 1,363 square feet of living area.

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, speciaJ 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

CORNER THEREOF, TO A POINT IN THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT, WHICH LAST MENTIONED POINT IS DISTANT TWENTY (20) FEET FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3111 MINNESOTA DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-31-207003 (175A253).

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure

sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-08865.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@ il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-08865 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00553 TJSC#: 36-14222 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. I710784 P6800R TRRT 1/4 n n n NOTICE BY PUBLICATION ROBERT EKSTROM and HEATHER EKSTROM, Petitioners, vs.

JASPER CLYDE ROELL, ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES, a Duly Licensed Child Welfare Agency, Respondents.

CASE NO: 16 AD 223 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Take notice that on the 9th day of December, 2016, a Petition for Adoption was filed in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, 17th Judicial Circuit, and that on the second floor of the Winnebago County Juvenile Justice Center, on the 24th day of January, 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 15th day of December, 2016.

Thomas Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court ERIN L. NASH #6304953 Nash Law Office, P.C. 2425 Charles Street Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 397-7500 6809R TRRT 1/4 n n n NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THE LAW FIRM OF HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO

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

COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BLACKHAWK BANK f/k/a BLACKHAWK STATE BANK, Plaintiff, v.

JANET K. NARETTA; UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No.: 2016 CH 975 NOTICE TO UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS FOR PUBLICATION The requisite Affidavit having been duly filed in my office, NOTICE is hereby given you, UNKNOWN OWNERS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSES; UNKNOWN HEIRS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, by the said Plaintiff, against you and other Defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage concerning the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 37 IN BLOCK 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 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. COMMON ADDRESS: 308 Coronado Blvd.

Loves Park, IL 61111 PROPERTY CODE: 11-01226-018 And for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that the suit is now pending.

NOW, THEREFORE, unless you, the said above-named Defendants, file your Answer to the Complaint of said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Winnebago County Courthouse in the City of Rockford, Illinois, on or before the 23rd day of January, 2017, default may be entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

THOMAS A. KLEIN, Clerk of the Circuit Court, 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois

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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 6811R TRRT 1/4 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 Insurance business in said County and State under the name of RnJ Insurance at the following post office addresses: 6917 Butterfield Dr., Cherry Valley, IL 61016; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Richard L. Erickson SIGNED: Richard L. Erickson 12/30/16 Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 30th day of December, A.D. 2016.

Margie M. Mullins, COUNTY CLERK Idella Blakely, DEPUTY 6851R TRRT 1/18 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION ESTATE OF: MICHAEL E. FLEMMING, Deceased.

No. 16 P 544 CLAIM NOTICE NOTICE is given of the death of MICHAEL E. FLEMMING. Letters of Office were issued to Kimbrea Flemming, 2202 Blackhawk Blvd., South Beloit, IL 61080, who is the legal representative of the estate.

The attorney for the estate is Jeffrey E. Livingston, Bolgrien, Koepke, Kimes & Livingston, LLC, 542 E. Grand Ave., Beloit, WI 53511.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk’s office, Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, Illinois, or with the representative or both on or before the 4th day of July, 2017, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by §18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice.

Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

DATED: December 28, 2016 Kimbrea Flemming, Independent Executor of the Estate of MICHAEL E. FLEMMING Jeffrey E. Livingston BOLGRIEN, KOEPKE, KIMES & LIVINGSTON, LLC 542 East Grand Avenue Beloit, WI 53511 608-365-7702 6843R TRRT 1/18

ILCS 605/9(g)(l) 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. 6850R TRRT 1/18

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n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.- BILLY JONES, et al Defendant 16 CH 00410 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 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 422 LIBERTY BLVD., MACHESNEY PARK, IL 61115 Property Index No. 08-30-307-014 (138C280). The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-03571. 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. 14-16-03571 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00410 TJSC#: 36-14568 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. I711385 P6830R TRRT 1/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- NOELLE M. MUNOZ F/K/A NOELLE KILDAY, et al Defendant 16 CH 00508 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 31, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 8, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 646 MOSE WAY, SOUTH BELOIT, IL 61080 Property Index No. 04-18-182-017. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is

calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-06051. 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. 14-16-06051 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00508 TJSC#: 36-10916 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. I711515 P6832R TRRT 1/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.- ABDOULAYE SANGARE, et al Defendant 16 CH 00475 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 9, 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 2503 GLENWOOD AVENUE, ROCKFORD, IL 61101 Property Index No. 11-10-428-022. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government

agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-07130. 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. 14-16-07130 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00475 TJSC#: 36-11503 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. I711531 P6833R TRRT 1/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS MIDWEST COMMUNITY BANK; Plaintiff, vs. THOMAS GALASSI; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; HEIGHTS FINANCE CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 856 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, February 9, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300,, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 3090 Bauer Drive, Machesney Park, IL 61115.

P.I.N. 08-22-100-003 & 08-15-300-004.

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. Mitchell J. Edlund at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Cozen O’Connor, 123 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606.

(312) 474-7900.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711633 P6834R TRRT 1/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Plaintiff, vs. MICKEY JOSEPH RIBAS AKA MICKEY J. RIBAS AKA MICKEY RIBAS; CARRIE RIBAS AKA C. RIBAS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 15 CH 1051 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, February 9, 2017, at the hour of 1:00 p.m., Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300,Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 6474 Wicklow Close, Rockford, Illinois 61107.

P.I.N. 12-22-330-018.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F15100227 I711634 P6835R TRRT 1/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS TCF NATIONAL BANK; Plaintiff, vs. RAMON CHAVEZ; MARIA CONSUELO CHAVEZ; ROCK RIVER WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 409 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, February 9, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described

mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 1585 Livingston Drive, Rockford, IL 61107.

P.I.N. 12-14-378-006.

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

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

For information call Mr. David T. Cohen at Plaintiff’s Attorney, David T. Cohen & Associates, LTD., 10729 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-4531. (708) 460-7711.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711638 P6836R TRRT 1/18 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.- WILLIAM HINTZ A/K/A WILLIAM T HINTZ, et al Defendant 16 CH 557 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 4, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 8, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 694 PURPLE SAGE DRIVE, ROSCOE, IL 61073 Property Index No. 04-31-404-001. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 255814. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. 255814 Case Number: 16 CH 557 TJSC#: 36-13733 I711676 P6838R TRRT 1/18

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The Rock River Times | RockRiverTimes.com | January 4, 2017 | n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.- STEVE L. NARDINI, et al Defendant 16 CH 00485 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 28, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 31, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2730 9TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 15-01-105-010. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-07037. 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. 14-16-07037 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00485 TJSC#: 36-11972 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. I710458 P6795R TRRT 1/4 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.- KELLY A. GREENE A/K/A KELLY A. GARRETT, et al Defendant 14 CH 01125 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 18, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 17, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1922 HIGHRIDGE ROAD, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-34-253-018 (178A314).

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the

period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-21774. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-14-21774 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 14 CH 01125 TJSC#: 36-14087 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. I710513 P6796R TRRT 1/4 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A, THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR CWMBS REPERFORMING LOAN REMIC TRUST CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-RL Plaintiff, -v.- JAVIER R. CORALES A/K/A JAVIER CORALES R., et al Defendant 16 CH 00484 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 5, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on February 1, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1822 S. 5TH STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-35-253-005. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-17080. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-17080 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00484 TJSC#: 36-12194 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. I710636 P6797R TRRT 1/4 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS MIDFIRST BANK Plaintiff, -v.- NANCY CASTRO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, LOUIS CASTRO, SHERRY ZACK, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR TOMAS N CASTRO A/K/A TOMAS CASTRO Defendant 16 CH 0000074 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 16, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 30, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2224 11TH AVENUE, Rockford, IL 61104 Property Index No. 11-25-476-017. The real estate is improved with a single family home. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 253234. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. 253234 Case Number: 16 CH 0000074 TJSC#: 36-13419 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. I710732 P6799R TRRT 1/4 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION A/K/A PHH MORTGAGE SERVICES Plaintiff, -v.- JOBY J. HOLDEN, et al Defendant 15 CH 00553 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 18, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3111 MINNESOTA DRIVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61108 Property Index No. 12-31-207-003 (175A253). The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to

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the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-08865. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-08865 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 15 CH 00553 TJSC#: 36-14222 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. I710784 P6800R TRRT 1/4 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.- SHERRY ZAK, SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR ELIZABETH E. POKRANT, A/K/A ELIZABETH POKRANT (DECEASED), STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES COLLECTIONS/TECHNICAL RECOVERY, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ND, JAMES POKRANT, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ELIZABETH E. POKRANT, A/K/A ELIZABETH POKRANT (DECEASED), UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 15 CH 1082 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 22, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 31, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7908 ELM AVENUE, MACHESNEY PARK, IL 61115 Property Index No. 08-31-201-009. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service. atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 258479. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. 258479 Case Number: 15 CH 1082 TJSC#: 36-14326 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. I711709 P6839R TRRT 1/18

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n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC. SUCCESSOR

BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC. Plaintiff, -v.- MARTIN SOLIS, et al Defendant 16 CH 00336 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 22, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on January 24, 2017, at the NLT TITLE, LLC., 6885 Vistagreen Way, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1212 COSPER AVENUE UNIT #4, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 Property Index No. 11-24-104-004, Property Index No. (204D804).

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

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-04223. 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. 14-16-04223 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 16 CH 00336 TJSC#: 36-14408 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. I711035 P6817R TRRT 1/11 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, vs. GAETANO TRIPOLI, AKA GAETANO J. TRIPOLI, AKA TOM TRIPOLI; MARIA MARTIN Defendants, 15 CH 279 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, February 2, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 3230 Dartmouth Drive, Rockford, IL 61108.

P.I.N. 12-31-406-013.

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

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

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(614) 220-5611. 16-009313 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711300 P6818R TRRT 1/11 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. TAMMY J. JOSEPHITIS; STANLEY E. JOSEPHITIS, AKA STAN JOSEPHITIS; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; DANA JOSEPHITIS Defendants, 15 CH 1058

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, February 2, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 402 West 6th Street, Pecatonica, IL 61063.

P.I.N. 09-29-403-012.

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

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

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(614) 220-5611. 15-028220 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711306 P6819R TRRT 1/11 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs. MATTHEW R. SANDS AND CARLEY A. SANDS; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 256 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on October 26, 2016 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300,, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 08-10-227-026.

Commonly known as 6957 NESTLEWOOD DR., ROSCOE, IL 61073.

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.

For information call Sales Clerk at Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125.

Ref. No. 16-00823 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711307 P6820R TRRT 1/11 n n n REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY - ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005FF12 Plaintiff, vs. JOHN L. JOHNSON; INLAND POWER GROUP, INC.; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CAPITAL ONE BANK; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC; COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO; TRINITY FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Defendants, 16 CH 305 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, February 2, 2017 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. at Intercounty’s office, 2990 Perryville Road, Third Floor, Suite 2300, Rockford, Illinois 61107, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 6117 Conner Lane, Rockford, IL 61109.

P.I.N. 16-19-126-012.

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

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

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(614) 220-5611. 16-007710 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I711308 P6821R TRRT 1/11

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Mr. Green Car

Porsche’s entry to the electric performance market

By Allen Penticoff Contributor

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h, the indignity… a quiet Porsche.

Truly, Porsche aficionados are up in arms, disgusted that their beloved sports cars will not throb with pistons pulsating with expanding hot gases exiting trough carefully tuned mufflers. It is a design problem that Porsche engineers have had some trouble dealing with. Potential owners of the electric Porsche want to hear something. Yet the new Macan, a four-door sedan designed to compete with the Tesla P285D, had the problem of being so quiet that other little wind noises and rattles could be heard. They had to tighten up those annoyances and then install a faux engine or electric motor sound (through the audio system, so it can be on or off as you please) that would give the driver a sense of what the 600 horsepower delivered by two electric motors were up to.

Porsche sports car owners have been up in arms for a while now as the company has gone on to building four-door sedans and SUVs that have become the profit center for the enterprise. Yes, the rear-engine 911 is still considered the flagship “sports car” and the Boxster its spritely cute sister, but the real world of attracting well-heeled buyers is offering more practical vehicles. Porsche (a division of Volkswagen) like all other European Union auto manufacturers is facing tough new environmental legislation coming to EU countries in the year 2020. All of them are heading in the direction of electric power – so expect to see more reports like this of new models emerging from VW, Audi, Mini, Mercedes Benz and others. Porsche is investing 1.1 billion dollars on this “Mission E” platform to stay in what is projected to be a quadrupling of global electric cars sales – to 1.2 million by 2020 (three years away).

What Porsche has found in operating a number of disguised electric platforms among a hundred employees logging 100,000 miles of driving is enlightening. What they want is 300-mile range and no more than 15 minutes to “refuel.” They want to travel and fill up fast – later versions did allow this, so

these testers began to go on longer trips out of Germany. Porsche has made their electric drive system operate on 800 volts versus the current 400-volt standard. This high voltage enables them to charge 250 miles of range in the target 15 minutes. This is extraordinary, and of course if you are driving a pure electric car you have no intention of running the batteries completely flat while on a trip.

Obviously, there are provisions for at-home charging that takes about ten hours for the same amount of power consumed. Since Germany is becoming ever more sustainable in its electric energy sourcing, you are not “burning coal” to fill up your Porsche, which is the whole point of building an electric car.

But I would not expect the charging infrastructure for the 15-minute fast charge to appear in the United States in the immediate future – but you never know.

Being a Porsche, you’d of course want to know how fast is this “family car.”

Hang on… 0-60 mph is a rocket launch 3.5 seconds. Top speed 150 mph. That should do for going after the groceries or taking the kids to soccer practice. I would expect pricing to be in the “if you have to ask you can’t afford it” range of

$100,000-plus. Availability is projected for 2018, although there will likely be limited production in 2017 available to the media – perhaps Mr. Green Car can drive one at the upcoming Chicago Auto Show (February 11-20).

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Farm & Ag

By Grant McCarty

Planting your hops

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Now that you’ve decided on your hop variety and to invest in hop plants, it’s time to get planting. You’ll order your rhizomes or field grade plants for spring. If you purchase them as rhizomes, it means you will be waiting a full three years for yield whereas you might be able to get field ready plants that have a one year head start. There tends to be no difference in long term yield of these and much of it will depend on the availability of the variety and cost.

If you order the rhizomes and they are not ready to be planted, keep the rhizomes slightly moistened and kept in the fridge until ready to plant. In Illinois, the rhizomes can be started in pots and transplanted after danger of frost has passed. This can allow for a head start of growth. However, you can plant the hops plant in late April to early May. At establishment, amend the soil with a general fertilizer and then each spring side dress with additional nitrogen at 0.5 tablespoon of 21-0-0 per plant in June. A pH of between

6.0- 7.0 is ideal. If you are establishing a hop yard, you want to get a soil test to determine if the pH is not too acidic as because the plant is perennial, you need to make sure your soil is optimum as it will be hard for you to change the pH later on.

Hop plants will be planted at 1 rhizome/ plant with the buds/growth pointed up and covered with 1 inch of soil. If the hop plant is the same variety, these can be planted 3 ft apart in a row. If the variety is different, it can be planted at 5 ft apart.

Between row you will plant 8 ft.

Hops have a large leaf area and significant water requirement. That being said, they do not tolerate standing water. Some growers will not set up irrigation systems and depending on the summer, this will be fine. In general, you should water plants every 1-3 days. In a typical season, the hop field will need 20-30 inches of water.

Next week I’ll explain irrigation and additional management.

Grant McCarty’s tips and tricks for local eating and your at-home garden appear every week in The Rock River Times.

More pork in 2017 with higher hog prices?

By Debra Levey Larson U of I News Bureau

URBANA – The latest USDA Hogs and Pigs report released on Dec. 23 indicated that pork supplies in 2017 will be larger than pre-report expectations. According to Purdue University Extension economist Chris Hurt, slaughter numbers have run high all fall and USDA revised upward the size of the spring 2016 pig crop by 2.5 percent to account for the heavier runs.

“In a similar fashion, the December survey found more market hogs in the current inventory,” Hurt says. “The number of pigs weighing less than 180 pounds was 4 percent larger than the inventory of a year ago and was 2 percent larger than expected by the trade. These will be the market hogs arriving at processing plants from January to May 2017.”

A similar story unfolded for the breeding herd, which was up by 1.5 percent and was 1 percent more than expected. Farrowing intentions were also above expectations. Winter farrowing intentions are up 1.4 percent and spring farrowing intentions are up 1 percent. The expansion of the breeding herd tended to follow the record corn yields, with the Illinois, Missouri, and North Dakota breeding herds up 10 percent and the South Dakota herd up 9 percent.

The number of pigs per litter continued to march higher in 2016 with new records in each quarter. The last quarter of 2016 attained the highest level ever at 10.63 pigs per litter. For 2016, the new annual record average was 10.5 pigs. Over the past 10 years, the average rate of annual increase has been 1.5 percent.

“Given these numbers, the industry will increase pork output by about 3 percent in 2017 to 25.7 billion pounds,” Hurt says. “This represents a 12 percent increase since 2014 when PED reduced production and contributed to record-high hog prices. Pork production will rise by 2 percent in the first half of 2017 and by about 4 percent in the last half.”

Hog prices were extremely depressed in the final quarter of 2016 when live prices averaged about $37 per hundredweight. Hurt says that was the lowest quarterly price since 2003. The lowest prices were in mid-November, touching the extremely low $30s. Recovery came quickly with prices rising to the lower $40s by the end of the year. For all of 2016 live hog prices

averaged about $46.

What will hog prices be in 2017?

“With 3 percent higher production one might expect annual prices to be lower, but there are additional items to consider,” Hurt says. “First, retail prices did drop in 2016, but there is opportunity for those prices to come down more. Lower retail prices will stimulate the quantity of pork that consumers purchase.

Second, USDA expects exports to expand by 5 percent, moving more of the increased production to foreign customers. Finally, with the addition of new processing capacity, the farmto-wholesale margins are expected to drop.

Lower margins at the processing stage may contribute to stronger bids to hog producers.”

Live hog prices are expected to be about $48 in 2017, $2 higher than in 2016. By quarter, prices are expected to average $45 in the first quarter, the very-low $50s in the second and third quarters, and $43 in the final quarter of 2017. A range of $2 higher or lower would be reasonable for price projections.

Costs of production are expected to be around $50 on a live-weight basis in both 2016 and 2017 based on current feed price expectations. “This means the industry operated at an estimated loss of about $12 per head in 2016 and is expected to have losses that average about $6 per head in 2017,” Hurt says. Losses in the first quarter of 2017 are expected to be about $13 dollars per head. Modest profits may return in the second and third quarters, with a return to the largest losses of the year in the final quarter.

“The 2017 outlook is for weak returns so it is important to keep further expansion to a minimum,” Hurt cautions. “This will be difficult with new processing capacity coming in 2017 as those plants will want to stimulate some added production to fill their lines.”

Pork exports to China will bear watching in 2017, Hurt adds. Last year, exports to China nearly doubled, growing to near 16 percent of total exports. Also of deep interest to the pork industry in 2017 will be the position of the new administration on trade issues and how that might affect agriculture. Mexico became the number one destination for U.S. pork in 2015 and 2016, so trade relations with Mexico will need to be watched carefully for potential impacts on the hog market.

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Economy

How to get ready for the next recession

By Jay L. Zagorsky The Conversation

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y outlook for 2017 and beyond is that the U.S. economy will likely see another recession.

Yes, the economic picture currently looks wonderful. The Dow and S&P 500 are at record levels. Unemployment is well below 5 percent of the labor force. Inflation is still tame. The U.S. dollar is strong.

The U.S. economy has grown dramatically over the long run. GDP has increased by onethird since the beginning of the 21st century, even after adjusting for inflation.

However, capitalist economies do not simply grow steadily larger. Instead, their long-term growth is periodically punctured by downturns.

The record of all economic ups and downs over the last century and a half shows the U.S. economy has experienced 33 recessions. This means recessions occur roughly once every five years.

Our present economic expansion has lasted far longer than five years. The Great Recession ended in June 2009, about seven and half years ago. Even though many indicators look amazing today, if history is any guide, we are due for another economic downturn.

In which case, it’s a good time for a primer on recessions and how to prepare for them.

Who calls a recession?

The dates of when recessions in the U.S. begin and end are declared by a nonpartisan organization called the National Bureau of Economic Research, or NBER. Within the NBER, a small committee, currently comprising nine professors, officially decides when a recession has occurred usually months after the fact.

The group does not use two quarters of falling GDP as their guide, a common rule of thumb journalists and others employ to describe recessions. That’s in part because GDP figures are often revised by the U.S. government. Deciding when a country is or is not in a recession based on numbers that are constantly moving is not sensible.

Instead the committee uses many factors beyond GDP such as employment, income, industrial production and retail sales.

How long are the longest expansions?

In U.S. economic history, no economic expansion has lasted more than a decade.

The current economic expansion is the fourth-longest on record. This record stretches all the way back to the 1850s.

The three longer booms all occurred since John Glenn orbited the Earth. The third-longest expansion started in 1982 and lasted close to eight years. The second-longest began in 1961 and lasted a bit less than nine years.

The longest expansion we’ve experienced started in 1991 and lasted a decade, until the dot-com bubble burst in 2001.

This means that the current period of growth is entering the economic history books as something special. In just a few months it will overtake the 1982 boom and become the third-longest U.S. expansion on record.

No one knows why economic expansions end. It could be a sudden trigger like the collapse of Lehman Brothers in late 2008 or just a general loss of confidence.

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The length of an expansion matters because banks lower their lending standards over time. At the end of very long expansions, banks and finance companies are willing to lend to almost anyone because they become overly optimistic. Some of this willingness to lend carelessly is currently seen in U.S. car loans.

In Minsky models the economy is like a game of musical chairs at a party. Everyone has a wonderful time until the music stops and everyone wants to sit down simultaneously. Then suddenly “the euphoria becomes a panic, the boom becomes a slump.”

Whatever the reasons that expansions end, the fact that the U.S. has never had an expansion that lasted longer than a decade does not bode well for the current one lasting much longer.

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NFL

Long winter awaits Bears after hitting new depths

By Robert Zeglinski Contributor

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ll the way back when the Chicago Bears came off of their bye week this season, they believed they were on the cusp of piecing a quality season together, even while sitting at 2-6. Returning injured players such as defensive tackle, Eddie Goldman, and quarterback, Jay Cutler, were beacons of hope for a team languishing. The Bears were the most confident 2-6 team in NFL history.

And did they pull themselves out of their deep funk? No. They fell in seven of their last eight games.

Sunday afternoon’s 38-10 laugher of a loss to the Minnesota Vikings, that was over before it even started (the Vikings took a 17-0 lead to start the game), capped an embarrassing, record-setting low of a year for the league’s charter franchise.

Go on down the line of new “accomplishments.” Records galore. The regime of general manager, Ryan Pace, and John Fox, added plenty to the ledger in 2016.

A 3-13 finish is the worst mark for Chicago since 2002 – a transplant season spent in Champaign, Illinois, when they went 4-12.

For the first time, the Bears went 0-8 on the road, eclipsing a previous mark of 0-7 in 1974 – when the NFL had a 14-game season. They haven’t had fewer than four wins since 1973.

This season’s 3-13 is their worst 16-game season, ever. In two years, Fox’s Bears have won nine games – only one more than the widely maligned, Marc Trestman, in his inaugural 2013 season. This will be the sixth straight January the Bears don’t make a postseason appearance – now the sixth longest in the league.

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Yes, the Bears have a lot to be proud of from the less-than-progressive 2016. Yet somehow, they believe. Ever so graciously, guys are confident, and while you can’t blame them, you wonder where the confidence comes from.

A widely panned post-game comment by pending unrestricted free agent receiver, Alshon Jeffery, had many musing of where the star’s mind wanders.

“I guarantee you we’ll win a Super Bowl next year,” said a defiant Jeffery.

But who does Jeffery mean by we? He’s not guaranteed to return to Chicago unless a long-term agreement can be reached, or, a franchise tag is applied. Because in reality, it’s difficult to ascertain any kind of reasonable contention from the pit the Bears currently reside in.

If Jeffery plans on eventually signing with the New England Patriots to play catch with Tom Brady, sure. But belief in the Bears is just another flawed ideal sold again and again.

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Actions speak louder than words, general apathy rising, and false hope and unbridled optimism is not an uncommon moniker here.

And the common denominator all centers around the Bears.

You see, everyone but the Bears can see what they’ve become, or at least that’s how it appears. There’s five stages of grief and the Bears are perpetually stuck in denial, refusing to take a look in the mirror.

The McCaskey family and this organization fancies itself as a special treasure, but they sit in consistent mediocrity. They’ve made the playoffs five times since 1991. They have finished below .500 16 times in that span. They’re now on Chicago’s longest championship drought after another consistently heartbreaking team in the Cubs, have finally figured it out and are on the brink of their own potential dynasty.

Instead of sharing similarities with other historic teams such as the Green Bay Packers and New York Giants, the true story is that the Bears are more like other perennial also-rans in the Cleveland Browns, Buffalo Bills, and yes, even an expansion team, Jacksonville Jaguars. The only difference is, that the Bears have a more magnified spotlight on all of their failure given the Chicago market.

Otherwise, you couldn’t possibly distinguish among the bottom feeders of the NFL. The only stability to note here, is middling football management.

But the Bears are always close. They’re always dreaming of a better future. Fan-favorite guard, Kyle Long, has always worn his heart on his sleeve.

“I want to go to the playoffs,” said Long. “A freaking playoff game in Chicago, could you imagine that?”

Long is 28-years-old. He’s made the Pro Bowl multiple times at multiple positions. He

just finished his fourth season with the Bears and here he is glossing about something that seems oh so far away. Think about how ludicrous that sounds.

But without hope, what’s a football player?

What’s an athlete in general? The fan and teammate in them can only work and hope for the best. Long still understands his words mean nothing.

“I’m so tired of all the talk. Talking is not going to get us anything,” said an exasperated Long.

It’s now just a matter of if Long’s dreams will come true any time soon.

As for Howard, he finished second in rushing with 1,313 yards after only starting 13 games – one of the most impressive seasons for a rookie running back, ever. If he had played all 16 games, if the Bears weren’t dwelling in the NFC cellar, and if the Cowboys’ Ezekiel Elliot and Dak Prescott hadn’t risen to prominence, Howard would be a prime Rookie of the Year candidate.

In that light, he can only echo Long’s thoughts. What’s an individual accomplishment if your team isn’t winning?

“There’s nothing to celebrate. We’re not winning and that’s the point of the game,” said a dejected Howard.

One needs a magic eight-ball to determine when both franchise cornerstones will finally be satisfied.

So comes another early offseason at Halas Hall, and so comes again questions. The coming days, weeks, and months will be fascinating as to how Pace, Fox, and company spin their current failure and move forward towards building a contender. There are a lot of questions that need to be addressed.

It’s fair to wonder if the Bears will ever have any of the right answers.

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Rockford IceHogs forward Spencer Abbott, who was called up to Chicago Tuesday, provided some much needed scoring output this week, and has tied the point streak for this season with a goal or assist in four straight games. Abbott has six points during the streak. TODD REICHER

IceHogs split last two games of 2016

By Todd Reicher Contributor

After going on their second-longest winning streak of the season, the IceHogs finish up the calendar year splitting two games.

The first game of the weekend was a home game on Friday, December 30 against the Iowa Wild who beat the IceHogs 4-1 just five days prior.

Just 48 seconds into the game Mario Lucia scored on Mac Carruth to give the Wild a quick lead.

Rockford gathered themselves and kept the Wild off the board for the remainder of the period, but were unable to score on Steve Michalek during the opening 20, giving the Wild a 1-0 lead.

It took almost 27 minutes for the next goal to be scored, and luckily it was the IceHogs who were on the scoring side. Defenseman Nolan Valleau scored his first goal of the season and his second for the IceHogs in 79 games played. Spencer Abbott, recalled by the

Blackhawks Tuesday, was credited with the primary assist on the game-tying goal, and Kyle Baun was given the secondary.

Less than six minutes later Rockford took their first lead of the game, courtesy of Sam Carrick and his fourth goal of the season.

Both Abbott and Baun were given the assists once again.

After missing a few weeks due to injury, Nick Schmaltz returned and scored his fourth goal of the year at 8:41 of the third period to give Rockford a commanding 3-1 lead midway through the period.

Defenseman Cameron Schilling capped the scoring with his seventh of the season with 3:40 left in the game on an empty net tally, giving Rockford a 4-1 victory.

After being scored on in his first shot against, Carruth settled down and stopped the next 25 shots he faced.

The following night, Rockford headed up to Grand Rapids to face the Griffins on New Year’s Eve.

Rockford played the opposite role from the previous night and scored a quick first period goal to take a 1-0 lead. It was Abbott again providing the offensive spark, notching his eighth of the season at 1:31 to put Rockford up 1-0.

What had plagued Rockford multiple times so far this season had come back to haunt them this game – surrendering multiple goals in the middle period.

A few weeks ago, coach Ted Dent had stated his team was last in the league for goal differential in the second period. Not long after that remark, Rockford started to play better in the second, but this game all of that went out the window with Grand Rapids tallying three goals to go up 3-1 after 40 minutes.

Robbie Russo scored with exactly one second remaining on a 5-on-3 advantage to knot the score at 1-1.

Four minutes later, Eric Tangradi put home his third of the season, and with 52 seconds left, Dan Renouf scored his first professional goal for the 3-1 lead.

Rockford needed a spark early in the third to get back into the game, and Carrick provided the ignition, along with Abbott on the assist.

The IceHogs were unable to earn the equalizer, and Tomas Nosek scored at the seven-minute mark to extend the lead to 4-2, and followed it up with an empty net tally at 19:46 to seal a 5-2 win for the Griffins.

Looking forward

Rockford looks to get back on track in the New Year with four games in six days (three on the road) to start off January. Rockford visited Milwaukee on Tuesday (results unavailable at press time), followed by a Friday game in Rosemont against the Wolves, then Saturday back up in Grand Rapids.

The IceHogs return home on Sunday for the final game of week 13 with a 4 p.m. matchup against the Chicago Wolves in the first of four straight home games.

Photos from this, and other Rockford IceHogs games at reicherstudios.com/Sports/HockeyPhotos.