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Time for me to drive?About the only thing that our new state

tourism song has going for it is that it was inspired by a band from Illinois. Otherwise, JB would have us eschew public transportation, pile into carbon-spewing cars and roam the Land of Lincoln in search of fun.

I’m not sure how much we paid, if anything, for rights to the REO Speedwagon song, but it is too much. Replacing the word “fly” with “drive” isn’t fooling anyone who recalls the 1979 original that appeared on the landmark album You Can Tune A Piano But You Can’t Tuna Fish:

I’ve had enough of the falsenessOf a worn out relationEnough of the jealousyAnd the intolerationReally, it’s a song about the General

Assembly, not carefree days spent visiting the likes of Galena. There are other bands from Illinois. We can do better, Head East notwithstanding: Save my life, I’m going down for the last time isn’t the vibe we want.

How about “Saturday in the Park?” Possibilities are endless. We could change “park” to “car” and keep the video, or we could change “park” to “bar” with footage of maskless – finally – folks doing what folks do at the Ceres Café, Butternut Hut or nearest VFW. Or we could just keep the song the way it is, accompanied by images of Wrigley Field, Starved Rock State Park, Cahokia Mounds and Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area.

Instead of a band from Champaign, we should steal from a Rockford ensemble and rejigger “Surrender:”

Morton’s all rightCairo’s all rightThey just seem a little weirdBeauty is, there’s hardly a town that you

couldn’t plug right in – even New Berlin would work. Imagine a statewide contest with

community boosters producing videos and popping pride for an ever-changing commercial that would feature different burgs every couple weeks, with a grand prize winner joining Cheap Trick on stage at the state fair. Woo hoo!!!

Apologies to Earth, Wind and Fire: When you trip within a carIt can take you very farBut if you drive within your meansIllinois fulfills your dreamsLess danceable, there is Styx – you wouldn’t

have to change a word, just run footage of scenic byways, ball games and Lollapalooza along with Renoirs and Van Goghs installed at the Chicago Art Institute:

Welcome to the grand illusion,Come on in and see what’s happening,Pay the price, get your tickets for the showI’ll take Earth, Wind and Fire, hold the

REO, and schedule Cheap Trick for the fair.

SPEAKING OF GRAND ILLUSIONS, here is what deputy governor Christian Mitchell told the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee last month, when senators demanded unredacted copies of a report on Exelon finances that the governor is using to justify $355 million in subsidies for two nuclear plants.

“I’ve got a number for a senior VP with Exelon right here on my phone, I can text it to any one of you to make a call to her right now,” Mitchell testified. “And I will walk upstairs to my office, take the confidential copy of the report that I have, run off copies and bring them to people down here. The governor fully supports releasing this report unredacted to the public and to this committee, as soon as right now. You just let us know.”

Here is what Pritzker spokesperson Jordan “That Was Then This is Now” Abudayyeh told me last week when I asked for a copy.

“We are not authorized to release the unredacted version of the report,” Abudayyeh wrote in an email. “Exelon required the parties involved to sign an NDA to protect trade secrets. If they release everyone from the NDA we have no problem sharing the report. This has been discussed at length during committee hearings.” A few hours later, an update arrived. “Exelon has agreed to release the state from the privacy agreement they insisted on previously,” Abudayyeh wrote. Attached was a less-redacted-but-still-redacted report with excisions necessary, Abudayyeh explained, to protect Exelon’s bidding strategy for an upcoming power supply auction: “Once that auction takes place, we’ll unredact that information as well.”

As the legislative session ticktocks to a close, people behind closed doors ponder our energy future with hundreds of millions of dollars on the table for Exelon, a company that seems ever in the driver’s seat, daring us to let go. Maybe we should.

I make you laughAnd you make me cryI believe it’s time for me to fly

REO Speedwagon fans may contact Bruce Rushton at brushton@illinoistimes.com.

I’ve always been impressed that the preamble to the Constitution begins, “We the People of the United States.” We’ve heard the phrase so often that we don’t even stop to think about it. But as the proposed constitution was being debated in 1787, there were people who did – notably, Patrick Henry, who in a famous speech to the Virginia ratifying convention asked why the drafters hadn’t said, “We, the states.”

By their phrasing, the founders made clear that they were creating a government, as Lincoln later put it, “of the people, by the people, and for the people.” They were making a case that government should strive for the common good, which they went on to lay out: “establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty.”  

Though they also laid out the rights of individuals that government couldn’t touch – speech, religion, the ability to read a free press, and so on – they made clear that there needed to be a balance. “Government is instituted for the common good…and not for profit, honor or private interest of any one man, family or class of men,” John Adams wrote.

So what do we actually mean when we talk about the “common good” – which politicians like to do frequently? One notable point about the Constitution’s preamble is that phrases like “the general welfare” and “domestic tranquility” are vague. The founders left those ideas open for debate, and in the centuries since, much of our country’s political history has revolved around how to define them and where individual interests leave off and the public interest prevails.

We can see this at play almost anywhere we look today. It is in our common interest, for example, that as many people as possible be vaccinated against the coronavirus – that’s the best way to protect everyone. But there are plenty of people who don’t want to get vaccinated. Whether and how to respond is a topic of hot debate among businesses and state governments. Indeed, the entire course of the pandemic has laid bare the tension many people see between public health and individual rights.

Similarly, we can probably all agree

What do we mean by the “common good”?GUESTWORK | Lee H. Hamilton

It was a privilege to be present for Springfield Business Journal’s recognition this week of Women of Influence, sponsored by Security Bank, which has hallmarked appreciating women and their achievements. Six were honored for their various accomplishments – one for leading Parkinson’s patients to dance, another who moved from politics to health care in a pandemic, a downtown advocate, a helper of homeless people, a volunteer extraordinaire, and one with the motto, “If it is to be, it is up to me.” All said in various ways they don’t do what they do for recognition, but it’s nice. Each brought her support group and acknowledged a bedrock of spouses and friends. In the room was a cloud of proud witnesses, including many past WOI honorees, applauding this year’s group of women strong and fierce. –Fletcher Farrar, editor and CEO

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Pritzker threatens to begin vetoing bad billsPOLITICS | Rich Miller

OPINION

Gov. JB Pritzker has vetoed only a tiny handful of bills since assuming office in 2019 and has taken a mostly hands-off approach to this year’s spring legislative session. But that may soon change.

Pritzker and his top staff began contacting lawmakers and interest groups last week to tell them how they need to “fix” their bills and to warn them that the governor will veto their legislation if the requested changes aren’t made.

This is the first kinda-real spring session not only since the pandemic began, but also since both the House and Senate have elected new presiding officers. As a result, committee chairs in both chambers have been far more reluctant than usual to bottle up potentially problematic bills, while floor debates have frequently involved sponsors promising colleagues that their legislation would be fixed when it crossed the rotunda to the other chamber.

Well, the bills have pretty much all been moved to the other chamber, and lots of problems remain.

Last Wednesday alone, House committees approved 107 Senate bills for floor action and passed 227 during the full week. Senate committees approved 100 House bills last week.

The biggest problem with this haphazard flood of bills is that many require mandates for additional state spending. The governor’s office rightly points out that the state doesn’t have the money to be creating tons of new and costly programs. Several others would also impose unfunded spending mandates on local governments.

In the past, former House Speaker Michael Madigan and Senate President John Cullerton would put a brake on most bills like that. But the new leaders, House Speaker Chris Welch and Senate President Don Harm, are allowing members to police themselves and are standing back as bills pass that could either create fiscal issues for the state or create laws that, in the opinion of the governor’s office, won’t do what the sponsors may have intended.

“Every other day we’re going through bill review [and saying] ‘That doesn’t even make sense. We can’t do that. That can’t actually be effectuated,’” said one exasperated high-level administration official last week.

“At the end of the day,” the official said, “the governor can’t let a bad bill go through that we can’t afford, or can’t actually implement, or doesn’t actually work.”

The respect level for this governor’s legislative operation has never been high in either chamber, to put it mildly. In some

circles, it’s even reviled and ridiculed for its ineffectiveness.

But the grumbling has noticeably intensified this year as members complain that the governor’s office has been of no help all session. Just the other day, one lobbyist who works often with a particular state agency was talking about how the agency had zero involvement with bills this year that could significantly alter the agency’s mission. His advice to members was to run their bills the way they wanted.

So, naturally, some members are chafing at the belated veto threats after months of near radio silence. The time to work on many of these bills was a month or two ago, they say. But with the clock ticking down to the scheduled May 31 adjournment they’re being told to change their bills or find themselves working on veto override motion rollcalls this summer.

Because Pritzker has so rarely vetoed any bills, more than a few folks are having a difficult time taking these threats seriously. They expect he’ll talk a good game and then roll over to avoid making enemies.

But, in fairness, Pritzker had Madigan and Cullerton shepherding members for him during the 2019 session and had no real need to issue any threats. The 2020 spring session ended up being just a few days long because of the pandemic and everything was negotiated. Now, it’s pretty much anything goes and even though veto threats are usually a final weapon and not a legislative strategy, he may have no choice at this late date but to do something drastic.

Others contend that some of the advice they’re getting from the governor’s office is off the mark. While the governor’s people are trying to tell members what their bills would actually do in the real world, their interpretation is sometimes just flat wrong.

I’m told, however, that some members have listened to the gubernatorial advice and have agreed to alter their legislation. So, we’ll see.

But if you thought that one-party control of the Illinois House, Senate and the governor’s office always meant things always run smoothly at the Statehouse, well, think again.

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KNOW YOUR HISTORYThe most frustrating and prohibitive factor in the unending battle for equality in our nation is the people who allow their thinking to flow as shallow as necessary to remain comfortable in their ignorance. This helps explain why, for the most part, the citizens of our nation remain unaware of the following piece of our nation’s history.

I was born less than 25 years after the ugliest, most egregious crime ever perpetrated against Black enterprise in the history of America. June 1 will mark the 100th anniversary of the 1921 annihilation of Greenwood, the community in Tulsa, Oklahoma, known as Black Wall Street.

Though the lives of hundreds of black citizens were lost during that night of terror, and more than 1,100 homes, 85 businesses and many churches and schools destroyed, leaving thousands of people displaced, no insurance claim was ever paid out for the destruction and no participant in that heinous act of terrorism was ever prosecuted and/or imprisoned.

Why is it that when atrocities such as the one that occurred in Tulsa in 1921 (perpetrated on American soil by American citizens) are finally acknowledged, they’re referred to as riots, and not the murderous massacres that they actually were? How long does it take for the economic and emotional scars of an event such as that to heal, if ever they can be healed? There certainly is no way to measure or restore the economic loss that this event caused to the generations of Black Americans who followed.

How does one remove the sense of anger, depression and mourning that linger 100 years later, over the loss of people and property, taken away with total and absolute impunity to those responsible? And how does the conscience of a nation reconcile an event in which the very worst of its character was demonstrated?Bill McGeeSpringfield

TOWNSHIP UNFAIROur nation was founded on the principle of no taxation without representation, hence the Boston Tea Party. Yet that fundamental principle is violated by our Capital Township government.  Senator Doris Turner’s bill SB 826 would right this fundamental wrong by giving Capital

Township voters the same right to elect their representatives as every other township resident of our state does.

Capital Township, with roughly the same borders as the city of Springfield, is governed by a five-person board. Four of the five board members are elected by the township’s voters. But the fifth person is elected by the voters of all 26 Sangamon County townships. The countywide-elected County Treasurer serves ex officio as township supervisor and chair the board. No one would stand for a system where the voters of our entire county picked the mayor of Springfield.

If challenged in court, this system would probably be found to be unconstitutional for violating fundamental principles of democratic government. Kudos to Senator Turner for fighting to give Springfield citizens the right George Washington and our Revolutionary War heroes fought for and won for our original 13 colonies.Sam CahnmanSpringfield

CORREXA story in last week’s edition about nuclear power incorrectly stated that nuclear plants in Ohio tied to an alleged bribery scheme are owned by an Exelon subsidiary. The plants are owned by a different company.

Archival find #40: Found in files from 1980, granddaughter to grandparents:

Dear Grandpa and Grandma, here’s what I really want to be: A FARMER! More and more I find myself wanting to mess around with plants and gardens and compost heaps and worms and bees and ...oh, cane chairs, make toys... I guess I feel this photography stuff or any other jobI’ve had isn’t really a worthwhile thing to be doing. I get no satisfaction out of a day’s work. But when the lettuce comes up in the garden, or the worms show up in the compost, or I finish caning the canoe seats, it’s wonderful! There must be a way to make it pay. Love you both!

2021 Jacqueline Jackson

OPINION

In 1921, the Greenwood District in Tulsa, Oklahoma, was the wealthiest Black community in the United States, known as Black Wall Street. Over Memorial Day weekend, mobs of white residents attacked Black residents and businesses, destroying more than 35 square blocks of the district in the single worst incident of racial violence in American history.

that it is in the common interest that Americans be able to live up to their economic potential. But when you get down to brass tacks, as in the Biden administration’s huge infrastructure package, pretty much every interest group in the country will be pushing its own interests – and couching them as for the common good. So who stands back to look at what actually is in the best overall interest of our nation and its long-term economic future?

The key point is that there isn’t a single definition of “the common good.” Instead, we live in a country that was designed to allow us to debate the question, change our answer as public sentiment evolves, find common ground to move forward, and do so in the belief that even if our direction doesn’t satisfy everyone, at least it has broad popular backing – or that we can change if needed. In other words, in our system maybe the greatest common good is the opportunity to define the common good.

Why does any of this matter right now? In part, because we depend on our institutions of government to get it right – and to earn our respect while doing so. In the Federalist Papers, James Madison wrote, “No government, any more than an individual, will long be respected without being truly respectable; nor be truly respectable without possessing a certain portion of order and stability.” We’ve come through a trying time of disorder, and there’s a lot at stake as government tries to rebuild.

Even more important, our ability to discern and act on what’s in our common interest depends on believing that we, as Americans, all have something in common. In countries divided by internal conflict – places like Syria come to mind – ethnic, religious or ideological identities often override the sense of a shared political community. We’ve seen worrying signs of something similar taking shape in the U.S. Our future depends on refocusing on what unites us, not what divides us.

Lee Hamilton is a senior adviser for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar at the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice at the IU O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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Zach Baliva’s grandmother, who lived to be 102, settled in Springfield after immigrating from Italy. She spoke Italian fluently but “didn’t pass on the language to my father,” said Baliva, who was raised in Chatham and now lives in California. Baliva applied for dual citizenship to reconnect with his roots and he has worked in both Hollywood and Italy.

To recover lost history and Italian heritage, Baliva is making a documentary called Potentially Dangerous. It will be a film about the temporary internment of Italian Americans, during the first half of the 1940s, and the resulting trauma that impacted generations.

Baliva said after World War II, some Italian families who immigrated to the U.S. made the decision “in some cases conscious, in some cases not, to seem ultra-American.” Many Italian families asked their children to only speak English and avoided passing down strong Italian values to “blend in” and assimilate after the war, he said. “What I think we lost is the Italian side of being Italian American,” said Baliva. “What we are left with are stereotypes.”

The filmmaker’s experience and difficulties applying for dual citizenship inspired the documentary in the making. Questions surfaced as he applied to become a naturalized Italian and the process was difficult without knowing the language. Baliva said he wanted to spend time understanding how his family moved to the U.S. and about the town his

family had immigrated from, “but you get lost in the paperwork and the signatures,” he said.

Baliva revisited the documents he collected while applying for Italian citizenship, and concluded Italian Americans were traumatized by government-sanctioned suspicion as tensions grew between Italy and the U.S. He realized the lasting impact of lost heritage and family history in applying for dual citizenship. “A lot of them (Italian Americans) experienced curfews and evacuations and exclusions and internment without trial,” he said.

Baliva and his wife, Naomi, are producing the documentary. Baliva attended Columbia College in Chicago and started his film career with Warner Brothers, working on the set of “ER,” the popular hospital drama show that ran from 1994 to 2009. “It was a really big deal and a good place to learn,” said Baliva.

Noah Readhead was raised in Taylorville and attended Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville. He’s a videographer with the production. On the set of the film, Readhead is in charge of filming, photography and editing. “I see myself as a storyteller and I think that has lent itself to the documentary,” he said. The film will include the account of a 91-year-old man who remembered his home being raided and the U.S. government categorizing his family as “enemy aliens.” The family lost their established business as a result.

Most of the Italian Americans Baliva and

Readhead have interviewed are in their 80s and 90s. Baliva said there’s power in their stories, “especially as it is shared for the first time while we have these people with us.”

One woman interviewed for the film remembered her father being interned in the U.S. without trial. “Her earliest memory is of the FBI taking her father at three in the morning,” said Baliva. “All she remembers is coming home every day asking when her father was coming home, too.” Regardless of the pain and trauma that comes with remembering, many people Baliva and Readhead have interviewed have been eager to tell their stories. “We are losing people every month that were around to experience these events and that can still tell the story,” said Baliva.

He wants to include as many in the project as possible “before it’s too late.” The small film crew of five is applying for grants and has started a fundraising campaign. “It’s a passion project,” said Baliva. “Everyone’s hands are on deck and we have to blur the lines of traditional roles,” he said. Potentially Dangerous will be completed by this September and Baliva is working to schedule showings in the fall. More information about the film can be found at https://tinyurl.com/3ah4ktpn.

Contact Madison Angell at mangell@illinoistimes.com.

When it was a crime to be ItalianDocumentary to explore WWII internment campsFILM | Madison Angell

Nancy Marschewski and her husband have three adopted sons who are multiracial. One of them was penalized after wearing a durag a headscarf typically worn by Black males to Effingham High School. Now the Effingham school board is considering a policy change.

Marschewski, who is white, has taken her sons to hairdressers who specialize in Black hair. But the one her 17-year-old son usually went to stopped taking appointments during the pandemic.

“His hair was getting really frizzy and really long,” Marschewski said about her son, Colin. After researching, he did his own braids, and then used a durag which helps retain needed moisture and trains the hair to lay flat.

A couple days after he started the new style, on Feb. 11, a school staff person told Colin it was against the dress code, said Marschewski. “Our son said, ‘I don’t understand. I see other kids wearing things (other head coverings).’ And he was told, ‘Don’t argue. It’s against policy, you need to get it off your head.’”

Effingham, about a two-hour drive southeast of Springfield, has a school district with a student body that is about 90% white and less than 2% Black. Marschewski said she tried to reason with school leadership to no avail. And on April 9, her son was suspended after wearing a bandana to cover his braids during gym class and refusing to take it off, she said.

In an April 23 letter, the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois urged the school district to change course. It called the policy discriminatory for being “enforced against a student of color for headwear that is important both culturally and for hygienic purposes.”

A measure before state legislators would ensure Illinois public schools allow certain types of “protective” cultural hairstyles, such as dreads and braids. But a staff member for one of the bill’s sponsors told Illinois Times that durags are not included in the measure since they are considered hats versus hairstyles.

Local school districts in Illinois have much control over their dress codes. Mark Doan, Superintendent for Effingham public schools, said the decision on whether to change the head-wear policy is up to the school board. “Our job as a school district is to, number one, look at community values and then also look at what the law says.” The next board meeting is May 24.

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Candace Owens, scheduled to speak tonight, May 20, in Springfield, says that Donald Trump, given oxygen in the White House last fall before being taken to Walter Reed Medical Center, wasn’t that sick. Mob justice brought down Derek Chauvin, the former police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, she maintains.

Climate change? “Dot-com, though,” Owens responded when the host of a 2018 radio program pointed out a story on Scientific American’s website showing most scientists believe humans are contributing to global warming. “That means it’s making money. I don’t trust that. If it was dot-org, I would probably trust that.” She’s also critical of Black Lives Matter, calling activists “whiny toddlers,” labeling the Democratic Party a plantation and saying that African Americans are doing worse economically than during the 1950s. She has asserted that the southern strategy used by Richard Nixon and other Republicans to get elected by exploiting racism in the South didn’t happen.

A college dropout who earns her living as an author and talk show host, Owens has become a leading voice in American conservatism, winning praise from Donald Trump and vice versa. The Sangamon County Republican Central Committee is bringing Owens to the Bank of Springfield Center for the party’s annual Lincoln Day dinner, with tickets costing $100 and photos taken with the keynote speaker offered for $50.

Owens’ scheduled appearance is the latest in a series of nationally known figures, including Rudy Guiliani, Ben Carson and Ted Nugent, that the county GOP has secured to speak at the annual fundraising dinner, which this year was postponed from February until now due to pandemic. Leading local Republicans aren’t apologizing.

“I’m going to the dinner, I always go to the dinner,” said state Rep. Mike Murphy. “I wouldn’t be here without Sangamon County Republicans. They endorsed me, which cleared the way for me – there was no primary. I would go for that reason.”

Murphy said he’s heard snippets of Owens’ views via social media but has never heard her give a speech. “I know she’s controversial,” he said. “If you only go with people you 100

percent agree with, you’re never going to learn or evolve. … Every day of my life, I listen to people who have different views than me.”

State Rep. Tim Butler took a neutral stance on Owens’ appearance and said he’ll be absent.

“It’s a decision that was made by the party, by the folks who organized it (the dinner),” Butler said. “I actually have something else going on that night. One thing is, they’re honoring Rosemarie Long, and I hate to miss that.”

Long, who was county party chairwoman for nearly 20 years, died in February from complications of COVID. Owens has downplayed the pandemic, saying that deaths have been overcounted and vowing that she will never be vaccinated.

County board chairman Andy Van Meter said that Long supported inviting Owens to speak at the fundraiser where a tribute to the late chairwoman is expected. “Rose was really excited about this speaker,” Van Meter said. “I’m going to see what she has to say. Sometimes she says goofy stuff, sometimes she says interesting stuff.”

Don Tracy, chairman of the state Republican Party, says it’s a matter of free speech .

“I’m a strong believer in the First Amendment,” Tracy said.

“I’m strongly opposed to the cancel culture. I think we need to have a healthy debate.”

Owens is a relative latecomer to politics and to Trump, whom she says lost the presidency in a rigged election. She has a spotty voting record.

“This is the first time I’ve been politically inclined and active, and I think Donald Trump is a tremendous president,” she told NBC News in 2018 when asked why she didn’t vote in 2012 or 2016 presidential elections. “And I wanted to be educated. I wanted to do a deep dive before I started going out there and saying stuff as opposed to other people who mindlessly vote.”

In February, she tweeted that she’s considering a run for the White House in 2024 – having turned 32 in April, she will be old enough. She’s also questioned Trump’s party affiliation.

“I don’t think Trump is a Republican,” Owens told Business Insider in 2019. “He ran on a Republican ticket, but no, I think Trump represents his own sort of emergence of a more independent party that holds conservative beliefs.”

Contact Bruce Rushton at brushton@illinoistimes.com.

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Candace Owens speaking with attendees at the 2019 Student Action Summit hosted by Turning Point USA. CREDIT: GAGE SKIDMORE

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Pritzker will phase out eviction moratorium by AugustBill makes available over $1 billion in support to eligible applicants HOUSING | Tim Kirsininkas, Capitol News Illinois

Gov. JB Pritzker announced May 17 the state will plan to “phase out” its moratorium on pandemic-related evictions by August and launched a new program to provide assistance to renters and homeowners financially impacted by COVID-19.

The announcement regarding the planned end of the eviction moratorium came as Pritzker signed House Bill 2877, a bill that expands the Illinois Rental Payment Program to a total of $1.5 billion, and requires the sealing of eviction records filed due to financial hardship through August of 2022.

Funding for the program, which has been made available by the federal government, will be administered through the Illinois Housing Development Authority.

The assistance is nearly four times the amount offered under the previous assistance program, which distributed more than $280 million to more than 260,000 households across the state that were financially impacted by COVID-19, officials said.

Through the bill’s signing, eligible tenants and landlords can apply to receive a one-time grant totaling up to $25,000 to cover a maximum of 15 months of missed rent from June 2020 through August 2021, or until funds are exhausted. Funds will be distributed directly to housing providers and landlords.

Speaking in a Monday news conference in Chicago, Pritzker called the launch of the new support program and bill signing “momentous,” as officials aim to provide additional assistance to over 120,000 households statewide.

“The Illinois Rental Assistance Program is a testament to how good government can make a life-changing difference for people

when our dollars follow our values,” Pritzker said. “This program expansion will allow us to take that impact to new heights for tens of thousands of Illinoisians.”

In order to receive assistance through the Illinois Rental Payment Program, tenants must be able to prove financial difficulty as a result of COVID-19, provide proof of housing instability due to missed rent, and have a household income below 80 percent of their area median income. Eligible tenants and landlords can apply to receive assistance at illinoishousinghelp.org.

Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Chicago, chief sponsor of HB 2877, said the legislation is “a critical first step” to avoiding a housing crisis as a result of the pandemic.

“The provisions in this bill will ensure that

the federal rental assistance is administered effectively and efficiently while targeting those most in need,” Ramirez said.

Ramirez said the sealed eviction record provision is key to providing “a clean slate” for renters who may have lost their homes and allow them to find stable housing in the future.

According to information from the Illinois Department of Human Services, an estimated 60,000 Illinois households are vulnerable for eviction in 2021 as a result of the pandemic.

Pritzker has issued monthly executive orders prohibiting evictions due to pandemic-related financial hardship since March of 2020.

According to Housing Action Illinois, the bill requires the sealing of all eviction records

between March 2020 and March 2022 upon filing, with limited unsealing allowed if a judgment is entered and the case is unrelated to nonpayment of rent.

The bill also requires the sealing of older eviction records if the court finds that doing so is in the interests of justice, the case is dismissed, the tenant did not breach the lease, or the parties agree to seal the record. The provision sunsets on July 31, 2022.

Bob Palmer, policy director for Housing Action Illinois, said in a phone call that the governor’s announcement regarding the eviction moratorium was expected as the state has met adequate criteria to do so. But he also said his organization would continue to advocate for phasing out the moratorium in a responsible manner.

Palmer added the new round of assistance would be important to continue to support renters and homeowners facing financial challenges due to the pandemic.

“We knew this was coming sooner rather than later,” Palmer said. “We look forward to IHDA and the Illinois Department of Human Services getting as much of that rent assistance out as possible between now and August.”

“We’re going to be developing some recommendations for his office about how to responsibly (lift the moratorium),” he added. “We will ask his office continue to monitor the status of that pandemic and ask them to reevaluate that decision based on current public health needs and how well IHDA is able to get these rental assistance dollars out.”

Contact Tim Kirsininskas at tkirsininkas@capitolnewsillinois.com.

Gov. JB Pritzker speaks during a news conference at Segundo Ruiz Belviz Center in Chicago Monday. Pritzker announced the state plans to "phase out" its moratorium on pandemic-related evictions by August. CREDIT: ILLINOIS.GOV

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A jury has awarded $750,000 to the family of a boy who drowned in Lake Springfield 14 years ago.

A Sangamon County jury has awarded $750,000 to the family of Eric Jones, who was 16 in 2007 when he drowned in Lake Springfield while trying to save his brother.

Jones didn’t know how to swim. Nonetheless, he ventured into water above his head when his brother Michael, who also didn’t know how to swim, disappeared about 10 feet in front of a lifeguard station after encountering an underwater drop-off he could not have seen.

Michael made it to the surface and survived. His brother did not. Attorneys for the family say that lifeguards employed by the city to oversee swimmers at the beach managed by City Water, Light and Power weren’t properly trained, had never practiced rescuing a drowning person and were playing volleyball and otherwise relaxing while tragedy unfolded. The nearest lifeguard on duty was focused on a diving platform beyond the point where Eric Jones went underwater, according to testimony in a 2015 trial that ended with an award of slightly more than $1 million. Once alerted, lifeguards initially searched an area far from where Jones had disappeared.

“They were all panicked – it was chaotic,” says Todd Bresney, attorney for Jones’ family. “They were acting like good Samaritans, but the city didn’t give them a plan.” Less than a month before Jones’ death, someone had

complained about a lack of lifeguards – one lifeguard was watching 52 children while another watching deeper waters had his back to kids – prompting a memo from Doug England, a City Water, Light and Power supervisor, to beach managers. “I would hope this is not accurate,” England wrote. “I have pointed this out to managers in the past. Please make certain that this type of complaint does not occur again.” While state regulations set a standard of one lifeguard to 100 swimmers, England testified during the first trial that the city considered the state standard to be overly lax. Lifeguards testified that they hadn’t seen the memo or been made aware of any concerns raised by England.

The 2015 verdict was thrown out and the case retried after Sangamon County Circuit Court Judge John Schmidt, since deceased, ruled six years ago that the plaintiff was entitled to $525,000, half the amount the plaintiff figured on. The 2015 jury rendered two verdicts, both in favor of the plaintiff and both with $525,000 in damages attached. The city was negligent in supervising swimmers, the 2015 jury decided on one count, and was also deficient in rescue operations alleged in a second count. Jurors submitted affidavits declaring that the jury had intended to award slightly more than $1 million, the sum of verdicts in the two counts.

Schmidt, however, ruled that there was just one injury, Jones’ death, and so there could be just one award, not a two-count verdict, each containing damages. The city, contending that Jones’ family deserved nothing, appealed to the Fourth Circuit Appellate Court, which overruled Schmidt and remanded the case to the trial court on grounds that the trial judge had improperly allowed England’s memo to be entered as evidence.

“I would say an appeal is very likely,” Jim Zerkle, corporation counsel, said. He estimated the city’s legal fees at $100,000 but cautioned that he did not have a precise figure.

In setting damages, the jury on Monday, May 17, deliberated six hours and determined that Jones was 50 percent responsible for his demise. The jury in the 2015 verdict found that Jones, by venturing into water above his head without knowing how to swim, was 30 percent responsible for his death. Bresney says that the swimming area was pocked by underwater drop-offs invisible to bathers.

“What people need to know is, this wasn’t a boy who didn’t know how to swim and drowned,” Bresney said. “It was a boy in chest-deep water who tried to save his brother.”

The swimming area hasn’t been open since 2009.

Contact Bruce Rushton at brushton@illinoistimes.com.

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FEATURE

Sydney Capers of Springfield, 25 years old, gave birth to her son, Phoenix, last November. She was an early childhood education major in college, and nannied for special needs children. She has since worked at preschools and plans to go back to teaching once her son is ready for child care himself.

Phoenix struggled in his first months and is now gaining his strength. He is attentive and stylish in the cool clothes his equally hip mother picks out for him. He doesn’t smile much, preferring to offer the world a steely, critical gaze. He arrived two months early, and spent nearly five weeks at the hospital in intensive care.

Before he arrived, Capers had a troubled pregnancy. During hospital stays she was only allowed a single visitor due to COVID-19

precautions. Of course she chose her husband, Josh, but he had to work and couldn’t always be there. “I spent a lot of those experiences alone in the hospital.” After her son arrived, Capers endured isolation on top of isolation – being the mom of a vulnerable newborn, plus living during a pandemic.

Capers is well-versed in early childhood development and is an active parent-teacher. She and her husband read to Phoenix often and work on catching him up developmentally, as he was born months before his due date. While there’s much research still in the works about how the pandemic might have long-term effects on the youngest among us, experts say it’s time to start addressing potential impacts before too much time passes. We know the early years of

brain development are crucial, and learning involves seeing new people and places. Both those things have been decidedly absent over the past year. But parents, doctors and educators found ways to adapt during the pandemic’s harshest months, and some of those changes might be around for the long run.

Health implicationsCapers was relieved to finally be able to bring Phoenix home from the hospital. “It was almost like a euphoric moment, I felt like a super-mom,” she said about first being home. But the baby wasn’t sleeping well, and he suffered from colic – long bouts of crying. Capers also has two stepsons who live with her family part-time. That also provided challenges as the two children

have high-risk conditions and travel between the Capers’ home and another parent’s house. “Trying to keep them close with their brother during a pandemic was way more difficult than we anticipated,” due to potential COVID-19 exposures, said Capers.

Meanwhile, the newborn “still had quite a bit of issues from being a preemie. He didn’t have temperature control. There were times where he would have a hard time letting go of his breath.” Her life quickly became dominated by medical routines to keep her son healthy.

Capers and her husband were constantly on guard: “We couldn’t miss a beat.” The toll was exhaustion. Capers had to forgo a traditional baby shower. More importantly, she had fewer family coming through the home to help

Born in a pandemicCOVID-19 has created a new world for children and parents

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FEATUREsupport her due to COVID-precautions.

“So even though everybody was supportive through texts and things like that, at the end of the day the only person I had to physically talk to was my son,” said Capers. “That’s when isolation really started to kick in.” Capers had left her job as a preschool teacher during her pregnancy, and her husband took a job in Bloomington as an electrician. They had to adapt to a single income and her husband was spending extra time away from home due to the commute.

Capers said, at first the pandemic meant it was hard to coordinate counseling for her postpartum depression. “I went through extreme anxiety of feeling like something is going wrong with my son. I couldn’t sleep because I was scared that he wouldn’t be able to breathe.” Having him go from being under constant care and supervision at a hospital to being home was what she had wanted, but it was a major adjustment.

Like the rest of us, babies thrive on interaction with other humans. “Social interaction is essential for the normal development of human babies,” said Dr. Douglas Carlson, chair of pediatrics at SIU School of Medicine and medical director at HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital in Springfield. “That first year is particularly important as brain cells are being developed.” Babies also absorb their environments and learn from new tactile experiences.

While social isolation was “essential to save lives” – the psychological effects are evident, said Carlson. He said long-term effects are unknown, although an increase of depression and other psychological illnesses during the pandemic in teens and younger kids, who are easier to study, has been documented. “We don’t yet have proof that we are seeing the psychological stress in babies and toddlers,” said Carlson. Still, medical experts hypothesize long-term effects negatively impacting young children are quite possible, said Carlson.

He said now that it’s nice outside, parents should prioritize letting their children socialize with other kids, taking precautions and wearing masks when possible. “It is essential that we all get vaccinated, so that we can get back to normal interactions, so that we can all thrive,” said Carlson.

Meanwhile, “It does seem like there is an increase in postpartum depression. And I think it goes along the lines with the generalized anxiety that is pervasive throughout our community from COVID,” said Dr. Robert Abrams, director of obstetrics for the South-Central Illinois Perinatal Center in Springfield and head of the maternal-fetal medicine division at SIU School of Medicine. Parents of newborns are generally worried about their vulnerable children being exposed to germs, but mix that with a pandemic and the anxiety can worsen.

Abrams said in a typical year, moms are met with an immediate support system at the

hospital where they give birth. It wouldn’t be uncommon for 10 to 20 visitors to show up during a hospital stay. But with visitor limitations, that was not an option for most moms who gave birth over the past year. Even when home, many like Capers limited visitors to avoid infection, said Abrams. “That certainly would lead to an increased risk for postpartum depression, just because the support system is not as great as it typically is.”

Abrams said there are silver linings in the pandemic storm cloud. Telemedicine – appointments via video and phone calls – has become more widely used. Video conferencing with doctors can increase access to health care, especially for those in more rural parts of the state. “Now telemedicine is more widely

accepted from a patient’s perspective,” he said. That could mean lasting increased access to care for pregnant women in parts of the state where they typically would have to drive multiple hours one way for an appointment.

He also pointed to a change in the state’s coverage of health care for new moms. “Illinois was the first state to expand Medicaid coverage for one year after delivery,” said Abrams. “It’s critical that these women have access to mental health services for at least one year after they deliver. So I’m hoping that even though the numbers of postpartum depression may be rising, the access and the availability of providers and the ability of the patients to seek care increases.”

Carlson added that the pandemic has made the gap in inequitable access to health care more evident than in previous times. “We always knew it was there but the socioeconomic disparities of health care have become more apparent during the pandemic.”

Child care changesChild care centers across the state have made many adaptations over the past year. Danielle Jordan is senior master teacher at Educare Chicago, which is part of Start Early – a nonprofit that provides early childhood programming.

Jordan works at a center that has 30 classrooms for children age birth to five. The majority of families served are low-income. At

the beginning of the pandemic, technology was a barrier. Instead of doing home visits to help new parents, lessons were over the internet. But not everyone had access to devices and reliable WiFi. Jordan said teachers would connect with parents in a variety of ways – phone calls or apps – whatever was easiest for them. “What we did offer is consistency and care and a routine for our families.”

Jordan said routine is especially important for young children. She urges families to help create consistent schedules at home. Regular meal and bath times mean children, even babies, can come to rely on quality interaction with the adults in their lives. Parents were also sent books as a way to bond with their children and

encourage their development during shutdowns. Teachers made many house calls to help address basic needs. Families were also offered regular wellness and mental health visits virtually.

While most children are back in the classroom now, the transition has come with many changes. Children are dropped off and screened by staff before making it into the classroom. Infants are especially known to exhibit symptoms similar to COVID – teething can lead to runny noses and flu-like symptoms. And that means more children are sent home sick, causing disruption in families’ lives. Plus very young children are especially challenged by new situations.

“Yes, we’re back, but we have to do more work now” to make sure families have information about what is going on in classrooms they might not have a chance to step inside of, due to COVID-19 precautions, said Jordan. Staff share regular updates via web applications.

Jordan said one good change is that children are doing better with literacy since the pandemic began, which she credits to the program’s focus on family togetherness through methods such as reading. The pandemic has made the crucial role parents play in shaping their children’s education increasingly clear.

Lauri Morrison-Frichtl is the executive director of Illinois Head Start, which offers state-funded emotional, education and social programs for young children from low-income families. Programming is heavily geared towards strengthening the bond between parents and their kids. “A mother needs all of the basics. They need a place to call home, food and security – all of that is critical.” Morrison-Frichtl said Head Start, which has components focused on preparation for parenting and infants, focuses on the needs of both children and parents.

Statewide programming for the youngest children, including newborns, requires 90 minutes of home-based meetings per week, which have happened virtually due to the pandemic. “Our home-visitor staff had to be creative in ways to reach and establish those strong relationships with the mother and the infant.” In-person meetings have started to resume, first with outdoor sessions.

Head Start has especially focused on mental health care for mothers during the pandemic, as it saw the need to do so. “Having a healthy baby depends on a healthy mom.” She said, “What’s key to the baby’s development is the relationship between the baby and the mother. We know that in that first year the relationship between the mother and the child is critical.”

There is hope now with vaccinations and more things opening up. Still, “It’s going to be a really tough road moving forward,” Morrison-Frichtl said. Re-engaging with families who may have fallen out of touch, some over fear of COVID, will be a priority.

In addition, Head Start will be focused on “trauma-informed care” – which puts a focus on

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mental well-being. “Families who live in poverty are especially traumatized. And it’s not only COVID. It’s racial tension, it’s everything that’s happened in our world over the last year.”

Support and hopeKim Leistner Root, of Springfield Moms – a website and online community that shares resources and events – said for many new moms, finding just one other person who is going through similar issues can be a major boost. It’s the “quality of connections, not quantity,” she said. SpringfieldMoms.org provides resources, including a long list of various support groups. She also points to classes where new moms and babies can socialize, such as Springfield Clinic’s Baby Steps class series, which has begun meeting in person again in small groups.

Leistner Root said the pandemic has cemented a sense of online community. “Our numbers have grown in the amount of people commenting and reaching out,” she said. Moms seem to be more connected online than ever before.

For Capers, finding support online was crucial. Being vulnerable about what she was going through with other parents helped her. Reaching out to her church group online was also a big help. Sometimes that support crossed over into real life, with people making drops of essential items to her home. As more opens up due to vaccinations, so does her ability to

socialize with the outside world.Capers and her husband are active in social

justice work. Her son had his first protest experience in the womb, as his parents marched last summer against police brutality and systemic racism. “I have three Black sons, a Black husband and Black students. And I feel like it’s my obligation to do what I can. I don’t really think of it as an option,” said Capers. She added that Phoenix attended his first demonstration “outside the womb” in April, during a vigil organized in response to the police killings of Adam Toledo in Chicago and Daunte Wright in Minneapolis.

Phoenix is named, in part, after the bird that represents rebirth in Greek mythology. “I’ve always been in love with the story of the phoenix, the idea of everything going wrong and then rising from the ashes and becoming this big, strong mythical being,” said Capers.

It’s fitting for a baby born into a world in the middle of a global pandemic, during a time of civil rights uprising. His mother is feeling adjusted to her new role as he gains his strength and as her support systems open up. Of the world she wants her son to grow up in, Capers said, “I don’t want things to go back to normal. I want them to be better than they were before.”

Contact Rachel Otwell at rotwell@illinoistimes.com.

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Killing a quiet masterpieceThere’s a quiet beauty, as well as a palpable undercurrent of dread, running through director Robert Machoian’s The Killing of Two Lovers, a major, welcomed surprise that is as emotionally powerful as its budget is small. The director’s stripped-down approach – real locations, sincere improvisation – results in a poignant, haunting piece of cinema verité as we witness one man’s desperate attempt to save the family that’s being torn away from him.

David (Clayne Crawford) is a good man. He works hard, though there seems very little opportunity in the small Utah town he lives in, and is a devoted husband and a dedicated father.  However, his wife, Nikki (Sepidah Moafi), is having second thoughts and has asked for a trial separation, something David reluctantly agrees to.  That she puts forth the notion that they should be able to see other people during this time doesn’t bode well.

There’s a slice-of-life quality to the film that’s arresting and immersive, a bracing palette cleanser for all the over-produced, bombastic Hollywood product to which we’re subjected. Long takes that allow conversations to develop organically, quiet moments in which we get a feel for the barren environment and the unaffected performances provide a sense of realism to the film and the emotions within, permitting us to connect with these characters in ways most movies do not.

A stand-out that deserves to be noticed, Lovers is the sort of film that stays with you because it adheres to its aesthetic convictions but also due to its lack of artifice. Machoian’s only intention is to move us, and he does so with grace and skill. Available through Video-on-Demand.

Woman a muddled mess Based on the novel by A.J. Finn, The Woman in the Window is less a movie than a parlor game, and a poorly executed one at that. Anna (Amy Adams) is suffering from agoraphobia, passing the time by watching movies, taking her meds with wine chasers and spying on her new neighbors. She observes that husband and wife, Alistair and Jane (Gary Oldman and Julianne Moore), fight a bit too often while their teenage son, Ethan (Fred Hechinger), is caught in the middle. Things take a major turn when Anna sees Jane stabbed to death. Or did she?

It’s apparent that what Anna sees is not to

be trusted, so the viewer is back on their heels throughout.  And while I don’t mind being manipulated in thrillers of this sort, I want it to be done honestly. That’s not the case, as we get characters whose motivations are nonsensical and once the bad guy is revealed, it’s likely to leave you incredulous. Truthfully, I’m not sure the ending makes any sense, but the fact that I could care less if it does or not tells you all you need to know about Woman. Streaming on Netflix.

Timely Profile genuinely frightening Based on a true story, director Timur Bekmambetov does a masterful job building the tension in this modern-day thriller.  All we see is the computer screen of journalist Amy Whittaker (Valene Kane) throughout as she creates an alternate identity on-line in an effort to research how women are seduced into becoming brides to fighters of the ISIS movement.

Despite being restricted to seeing only Amy’s computer screen, a great deal is conveyed and the film moves at a surprisingly brisk pace as she finds herself being seduced by the charismatic soldier Bilel (Shazad Latif ).  While a scene or two more would have helped convince me of her conversion, the sense of urgency in Kane’s performance brings this across the finish line. In theaters.

An emotionally powerful masterpiece and moreNOW STREAMING | Chuck Koplinski

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Clayne Crawford in The Killing of Two Lovers.

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FOOD

My last two columns on home fermentation triggered a surprising number of email questions from readers. In today’s column, I’ll address the three most commonly asked questions and pass on a couple new recipes.

How can I tell if it’s safe to eat?Fermentation is one of the oldest methods of food preservation. It’s very safe as long as you adhere to some basic principles. The goal is to create an acidic environment that is too harsh for non-beneficial bacteria and molds. Pickling achieves this by adding vinegar.

Lacto-fermentation achieves this by salting and creating a brine that is ideal for lactic-acid-producing bacteria and inhospitable to other bad bacteria. Because lactic-acid bacteria are anaerobic, as long as the veggies are kept submerged “underwater,” they are protected from the bad aerobic bacteria.

How do you know when your ferments are ready?It’s important to know when it’s time to put your ferment into the fridge. It will continue to ferment while in cold storage, but much more slowly. It may take anywhere from three days to three weeks to get to that point of “doneness.” There really isn’t a set time frame. The only way to really gauge doneness is by tasting your fermented product. The moment you place your fruit or vegetables in a brine, the flavor starts moving from sweet to sour. As microorganisms continue to do their work on the sugars and other carbohydrates found in the vegetables, the taste of fermented vegetables will change. How quickly that transformation takes place is affected by several variables, such as room temperature and particle size – whether it’s shredded like sauerkraut, cut in pieces like cauliflower, or kept whole like cucumber pickles.

If it’s under-fermented, it will taste a bit raw, and if over-fermented, it will taste unpleasantly sour. The ideal degree of sourness is a matter of personal taste and intended use. Periodically sample your ferment to assess its progress. I recently made a jar of fermented red cabbage kraut with apple. When I first tasted it, it was almost perfect. I got busy and a week later, I planned to serve it with pork chops, but it had become a bit too sour. In Korean cuisine, when kimchi is served as a raw side dish, “young,” somewhat under-fermented kimchi is preferred. For use in a soup or stew such as kimchi jigae, over-

fermented, stronger tasting kimchi is better. One of my favorite “junk food” indulgences is a Kogi Dog – a grilled hot dog on a toasted bun spread with sesame mayo, caramelized kimchi, grated cheddar, and topped with lime-cilantro-scallion slaw and a swiggle of Sriracha. It’s so damn tasty! For Kogi Dogs, you want to use your oldest, funkiest kimchi. When you begin sauteeing the kimchi in butter, it smells pretty vile. But after it caramelizes down, it becomes unctuous, sweet, divine.

What do you do if there’s mold floating on top of your jars? Do I need to throw it out?This happens when something has floated to the top and is no longer submerged in the protective, salty, oxygen-free environment. That’s the reason you want to put a weight or brine-filled zip-close bag to keep whatever you’re fermenting underwater.

If you find a white film or colored, raised fuzzy spots on top of your ferment, carefully spoon off the top layer, give the container a few seconds to air out, then evaluate the aroma and flavor. If it doesn’t smell foul, taste it. If it doesn’t taste bad, it should be fine. If it smells or tastes unpleasant to you, dump it

and try again with a new batch.When you are ready to venture further in

your home fermentation journey, try making this delicious and anti-inflammatory celery kvass from St. Louis food writer Sherrie Castellano. Or a crazy interesting Jalapeño Cilantro Lime Kraut from Farmsteady.

Celery KvassAdapted from a recipe by Sherrie CastellanoIngredients:½ lb celery, stalks and leaves½ tsp fennel seeds1 bay leaf¼ cup parsley leaves1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns¼ teaspoon uniodized salt*3 cups distilled or filtered water**if you have a kitchen scale, use 14 grams of salt and 710 grams water

Preparation:Cut the celery stalks into pieces no longer than 5 inches and save the leaves. Add the fennel seeds, bay leaf, parsley and peppercorns to a wide-mouth quart canning jar. Rinse and drain the stalks and leaves and pack tightly into the jar. Dissolve the salt in the water and fill the jar, allowing at least 1 inch between

the waterline and the top of the jar. If the celery and leaves won’t stay submerged, use a fermentation weight or brine-filled resealable bag to hold them down. Seal jar with a lid with an air lock and set on a plate at room temperature for 5 days. If you don’t have the fancy lids, use a regular canning lid and open slightly every so often to release the built-up gases.

Strain the liquid into a clean jar and chill before drinking. The fermented celery can be used in salads or soups and stews.

Jalapeño Cilantro Lime KrautRecipe courtesy of farmsteady.comIngredients: 1 head Napa cabbage1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt2 jalapeños, thinly sliced1/2 cup cilantro, chopped1/2 lime peel, thinly sliced

Preparation: Remove and discard any outer damaged or wilted leaves from the cabbage. Reserve one large leaf. Quarter the cabbage and remove the core. Cut each quarter crosswise into 2-inch-wide strips. Regular green cabbage works great in this recipe as well but should be thinly sliced.

In a large mixing bowl, combine your shredded cabbage and salt. Massage the salt into your cabbage for 8-10 minutes. The cabbage will soften and release liquid. Add in jalapeños, cilantro and lime peel. Toss to combine.

Pack the cabbage into your fermentation jar tightly, using your hands and pressing down with your fist. Add all liquid released from the cabbage.

Trim the reserved cabbage leaf into a circle (you can use the base of the jar or the lid as a guide). Place on top of the packed cabbage and then add the fermentation weight. You want the packed cabbage to be completely submerged when weighted. If liquid levels are low you can top with a brine by dissolving 1 teaspoon salt to 1 cup water.

Top with lid and airlock. Ferment 5 days, then refrigerate.

Peter’s pandemic hiatus is over and he is now at the restaurant Spoon and Stable in Minneapolis, baking bread and making pasta. If you have any more questions about home fermentation, he can be contacted at docglatz@gmail.com.

Fermentation hotlineYou can do this, part III

FOOD | Peter Glatz

Celery Kvass PHOTO BY MIKE SUHADOLNIK

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Things are rolling along as our clubs and venues continue to get back to a degree of normalcy, with schedules chock-full of acts that truly exemplify the amazing diversity of music in our area. And just look at that Live Music calendar growing like a weed with more gigs added every week showing off what’s going on.

Take this for a good example of something interesting you may not know about. Were you aware that the Lucky Moon Saloon near Glenarm on the I-55 frontage road (actually part of old Route 66) past Chatham also houses a museum for the ‘60s Chevrolet Corvair in the same building as the bar? This weekend, CORSA (Corvair Society of America) hosts a convention in Springfield, then convenes at the museum on Friday afternoon. Now here comes the music connection, as Positively 4th Street plays at the Lucky Moon from 6 to 10 p.m.

And not too far from there, in Pawnee on the north side of the town square, Locals Bar debuts their brand-spanking new beer garden outdoor stage area on Saturday night with a visit by the Damned Torpedoes, a locally based Tom Petty Celebration group.

You know we’re getting back on track when Sunday gives us a couple of benefit fundraiser shows to show our concern for good causes and folks in need. Come support our friend and stalwart of the music community, Mike “Mikey” Austin, at the Curve Inn from 2 to 8 p.m. The event will feature three bands, Lady Luck, NCR and the Get Down, plus a silent auction, live auction and booze cart auction, as well as big raffles and 50/50 drawings with a generous percentage of the proceeds from bar sales being donated to the cause. Mike is fighting a nasty cancer and needs all the help we can muster. You may not know his face, but he’s the guy behind many of the bookings and bands around town, keeping the wheels turning so you can enjoy live music.

Next up on Sunday is a fundraiser for all local veterans’ organizations held at the VFW hall on Old Jacksonville Road featuring music by the Wolf Crick Boys and running from 3 to 6 p.m. Get on it, fellers.

After graduating from college in Athens, Georgia, Jimmy Riemer, an exceptionally talented singer-songwriter and musician, returns home for a visit with a string of shows nine miles long including Sunday at Danenbergers with Kyle Smith, Tuesday at Boone’s with the Boat Drink Caucus and Wednesday at The Office. Then it’s back

to the mines next week with gigs Friday at Papa Frank’s, Saturday at Sheedy Shores WineGarden and Sunday at Motorheads. After a Thursday, June 3, spot at Danenbergers with friend and mentor Micah Walk, young Jim heads back to Atlanta to start his first “real adult job’’ and we wish him well in all his endeavors.

Here are a few cool events outside the bars. On Saturday night, the Sherman Village Park Amphitheater hosts the Blooze Brothers with Downstate, a hometown acoustic trio featuring Conor McCormick along with Griffin and Garrett Eggleston, for the park’s 2021 inaugural event.

The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur has an incredible lineup for the summer, kicking it off with Tracy Byrd and Lainey Wilson on Friday. Join in the celebration for the reopening of The Mill Museum on Route 66 at their Backyard Bash on Saturday afternoon with the Thornhill Band playing from 12-2 pm, plus all kinds of other fun stuff happening.

And I am so happy to report, there’s a boatload of other music items in our Live Music listings for you to peruse and enjoy.

More May musicNOW PLAYING | Tom Irwin

Jimmy Riemer has a string of local gigs this week and next.

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MUSIC

ThursdayMay 20Me, Myself and SchyBoone’s, 6-9pm

Open mic with Jess CloydBuzz Bomb Brewing Co., 7-10pm

Jeff Young and the Bad GrandpasCurve Inn, 6-10pm

FridayMay 21Sushi RollThe Blue Grouch Pub, 6:30-10:30pm

Jason McKenzieBuzz Bomb Brewing Co., 7-10pm

8UPCrows Mill Pub, 6:30-10:30pm

The Big SunsCurve Inn, 6-10pm

Tom Irwin’s HayburnersGeorge Rank’s, 8-11pm

John Drake and the Risky Rooster BandHarvest Market Farmhouse Brews, 6-9pm

After SunsetLong Bridge Golf Course, 6-10pm

Positively 4th StreetLucky Moon Saloon, Chatham, 6-10pm

Broken StoneWeebles Bar & Grill, 6-10pm

SaturdayMay 22Broken StoneThe Blue Grouch Pub, 6-10pm

The Guilty BoysBoar’s Nest, Athens, 7:30-10:30pm

Jambalaya Jazz with Frank ParkerBuzz Bomb Brewing Co., 7-10pm

Wreckless WhiskeyCrows Mill Pub, 6:30-10:30pm

Lick CreekCurve Inn, 6-10pm

Sunshine Daydream, Solar Chariot, Jay Larson BandDanenberger Family Vineyards, New Berlin, 3-10:30pm

Wolf Crick BoysGeorge Rank’s, 8-11pm

Tom Irwin and CompanyHarvest Market Farmhouse Brews, 6-9pm

Open jam with Hipbone SamKC Lake Club, Chatham, 6-9pm

Damned TorpedoesLocals Bar, Pawnee, 6-9pm

The Grand Moff BandMain Gate Bar & Grill, 8:30-11:30pm

ThornhillThe Mill Museum on Route 66, Lincoln, 12-2pm

Avery KernOcean Crab House, 5-8pm

Mike Burnett and the After SunsRoute 66 Motorheads Bar, Grill and Museum, 6:30-9:30pm

Tom Beverly and Geoff RyanSheedy Shores WineGarden, Loami, 4-7pm

DownstateSherman Village Park Amphitheater, Sherman, 6:30pm

The Blooze BrothersSherman Village Park Amphitheater, Sherman, 7:30-9:30pm

Jason McKenzieThird Base Sports Bar, 7-10pm

Sleeping DogzzWeebles Bar & Grill, 6:30-10:30pm

SundayMay 23Buckhart Road3Sixteen Wine Bar, Chatham, 4-7pm

Tom BeverlyThe Alibi, Rochester, 4-7pm

Lady Luck, NCR and The Get DownCurve Inn, 2-8pm

Jimmy Riemer with Kyle SmithDanenberger Family Vineyards, New Berlin, 2-5pm

Mississippi LeghoundGarage II Tavern, Edinburg, 3pm

Julie JulesHarvest Market, 10am-12pm

Ryman’s WayHill Prairie Winery, Oakford, 2pm

Rhodes and BattlesIt’s All About Wine, 3pm

Mike Burnett and Andon T. DavisLong Bridge Golf Course, 2-5pm

Risky Rooster BandPop’s Place, Decatur, 3-6pm

Joel HoneyThe Stadium Bar and Grill, 1-4pm

Wolf Crick BoysVFW Post #755, 3pm

MondayMay 24Brother JeffersonThe Alamo, 7pm

TuesdayMay 25Jimmy RiemerBoone’s, 7pm

Lil Higgy and the House ReckersCoz’s Pizza and Pub, 6-9pm

Tom’s Turtle Tank TuesdaysFacebook with Tom Irwin, 8:30pm

WednesdayMay 26Jimmy RiemerThe Office Sports Bar and Grill, 8pm

Brandy Kristin and the RevivalProp Club, 6-9pm

NCR plays at Curve Inn this Saturday night.

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THE CALENDAR

Special Music Events

The Beat Goes On - Cher TributeSat., May 29, 7pm. Featuring Lisa McClowry. $15-$25. The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater, Decatur, 620 E. Riverside Dr., 217-619-8025.

Bon JoviSat., May 22, 9:30pm. Gates open at 6:30pm.$89 per car up to six people. route66-drivein.com. Route 66 Twin Drive-In, 1700 Recreation Dr., 217-698-

0066 or 217-546-8881.

“STATE OF SOUND: A World of Music from Illinois”Through Jan. 23, 2022. Open during normal museum hours. From Muddy Waters to REO Speedwagon, Cheap Trick to Earth Wind and Fire and Chance the Rapper, the Land of Lincoln has produced some of the most highly celebrated music in rock. PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St., 217-558-8844.

Tracy BirdFri., May 21, 7pm. The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater, Decatur, 620 E. Riverside Dr., 217-619-8025.

Books & Authors

Used book saleFri., May 21, 9am-5pm and Sat.,

May 22, 9am-3pm. Art-related books and other great titles for adults and youth are sold at discounted prices in support of the art library. springfieldart.org. Free. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 217-523-2631.

Art & Architecture

“Abstract Self-Portrait”May 21-22. Variations on reality ... really. Dim Art House, 1613 S. MacArthur Blvd., 773-235-5600.

“Fresh Produce”Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11am-5pm. Stop by the art gallery to see what local juried artists have been growing -- freshly produced artwork as well as artwork about produce. Free and open to the public. SAA Collective Gallery, 105 N. Fifth St., 2175442787.

Friday Create NightFridays, 6-8pm. Bring your own materials and make artwork. Slots open on the porch as well as inside. Masks required. Visit the Dim Art House Facebook page to RSVP for this socially distanced art event. dimarthouse.com. Dim Art House, 1613 S. MacArthur Blvd.

Lincoln Library’s Amateur Writer’s GuildThird Friday of every month, 7-8pm. Get together with like-minded Lincoln Library patrons and staff for feedback on anything you have written, or answers to your questions. Ages 18+. Call for Zoom information. Free. 217-753-4900, ext. 5630.

“Noir”May 28-July 25. The

exhibition is a collaboration with Springfield’s Juneteenth, Inc., featuring works of art by artists

of color from Illinois, Missouri and Texas. Free. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-7386.

SAA Ceramics Spring Pot SaleSat., May 22, 9am-4pm. The ceramics students at the Springfield Art Association are selling their amazing and creative work. This is an opportunity to get some quality, locally made pottery and support a community institution. Free. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., 2622714877.

Film & Television

“Playing with Fire”Fri., May 28. A family comedy. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Film begins at dusk. Part of the Movie in the Park Series. springfieldparks.org. Free. Lincoln Park, Fifth Street and Sangamon Avenue, 217-544-1751.

Food & Drink

Pig RoastSat., May 22, 4-9pm. Lemonade shake-ups, funnel cakes, pulled pork. Live music. KC Lake Club, Chatham, 141 N. Lakewood Dr., 483-3013.

History

1908 Race Riot walking tourThursdays, Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am. This hour-long tour will visit a portion of the devastating 1908 Race Riot. Begins and ends at the Old State Capitol. Required reservations can be made through the Ill. Dept. of Natural Resources website, www2.illinois.gov/dnr. Old State Capitol, 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, 217-782-6776.

An American MarriageThu., May 27, 12-1pm. Michael Burlingame, Chancellor Naomi B. Lynn distinguished chair in Lincoln Studies at UIS, will discuss his research and new book on why Lincoln had good reason to regret his marriage to Mary Todd. Free. 217-206-8663.

History bike toursWednesdays, Fridays, 1-2:30pm. Casual and easy-paced neighborhood-style bicycle tours of area historic sites. 5-mile tours 1-2:30pm and 8-mile tours 10am-12pm. Helmets required and water bottles recommended. Get tickets at historicspringfield.dnr.illinois.gov. Free. Capitol Complex Visitors Center, 425 S. College St., Springfield, IL 62704, 217-785-7960.

In Her Footsteps: Mother JonesTue., May 25, 6:30-7pm. Mary Harris Jones, better known as

Mother Jones, overcame great adversity in her own life in order to fight for the rights of the working class. She eventually became known as the most dangerous woman in America. Online. illinoisstatemuseum.org. Free with registration. 217-782-7386.

Vintage stringed instruments exhibitThrough June 19. Rick Greer, a musician for over 50 years, is displaying his collection of stringed instruments -- lap steel guitars, acoustic guitars, banjos, ukuleles and others. Free. Chatham Area Public Library, Chatham, 600 E. Spruce, 217-483-2713.

Fundraisers

The Mill Museum Backyard Bash and FundraiserSat., May 22, 11am-2pm. A reopening after continued renovation for over a year. Tours, food, live music and a 50/50 raffle. Motorcycles and classic cars are welcome to cruise in. Visit the The Mill Museum on Route 66 Lincoln Illinois Facebook page for more info. Free. The Mill Museum on Route 66, Lincoln, 738 S. Washington St., 217-732-8687.

Children’s Corner

Museum BootcampThu.-Fri., June 24-25, 8:30am-12pm. Dive into the art and science of making an exhibit. Go behind the scenes to learn how an exhibit is made and get the chance to create your own. Ages 11-14. Register by June 7. illinoisstatemuseum.org. $40-$50. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., 217-782-6044.

Nature, Science & Environment

Herb and flower seedling saleOngoing. Donations are asked for seedlings so as many families as possible can enjoy the flowers, herbs and vegetables. Grown without chemicals. Call for ordering information or visit the Facebook page for more information. 217-787-6927. jubileefarm.info. 217-787-6927.

Bulletin Board

Illinois Products Farmers MarketThursdays, 4-7pm. Buy local products and goods that are grown or produced here in Illinois. Illinois State Fairgrounds, The Shed, 801 Sangamon Ave., 217-558-0788.

Law Enforcement Appreciation DaySat., May 22, 3-10pm. Food, adult

ART | Reading for your right brain Throughout the year, the Michael Victor II Art library of the Springfield Art Association (SAA) receives generous donations of gently used books.

The art-related books and other great titles from these donations are then sold at discounted prices in support of the art library which houses over 3,000 art books and thought-provoking lectures that are all available to the public. This year, the SAA faculty and student pottery sale will also be taking place on Saturday, along with the book sale. The SAA offers art classes and summer art camps, provides public tours of Edwards Place, presents curated art exhibitions and represents local artists in the SAA Collective, among many other programs. Other upcoming SAA-hosted events that are returning this year include the Edwards Place Fine Art Fair, Paint the Street (with a Paint the Driveway option) and Roasted, a unique ceramic raku fundraiser event with fire, food and live music. Visit the website for more information. springfieldart.org.

Spring used book saleFriday, May 21, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday, May 22, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Springfield Art Association

700 N. Fourth St.217-523-2631

THE CALENDARSend us your events! Deadline: 5pm Fri. Submit online at: www.illinoistimes.com. Email: calendar@illinoistimes.com Dates, times and locations are subject to last-minute changes, so we suggest calling before attending events.

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MUSIC | A world of music from IllinoisFrom Muddy Waters to REO Speedwagon, Cheap Trick to Earth, Wind & Fire and Chance the Rapper,

the land of Lincoln has produced some of the most highly celebrated music in rock history. Musicians, legendary radio stations and musical gear have shaped the sonic history of Illinois and the world. This exhibit, which showcases the achievements and contributions of Illinois’ finest in music, was written by award-winning author, documentary-producer and former Chicago Sun-Times columnist and critic, Dave Hoekstra. A companion to this blockbuster exhibit is “The State of Sound Podcast.” This bi-weekly podcast series dives deep into the stories behind the subjects of the exhibit with newly taped interviews from key players, artists, families and authors, and includes historical perspectives. The exhibit is a production by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and is hosted in the Illinois Gallery of the museum. presidentlincoln.illinois.gov.

State of SoundThrough Jan. 23, 2022

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

212 N. Sixth St. 217-558-8844

Museum admission

beverages, family activities 3-5:30pm, ceremony honoring law enforcement at 5:30, live music, fireworks at 9:45pm. Free. Sherman Village Park Amphitheater, Sherman, 1200 Rail Fence Road, 217-496-2621.

Men’s Dementia Caregiver Support GroupFourth Thursday of each month, 6pm. Virtually and by phone. A specialized support group for men who provide care for a loved one with memory loss or dementia. Register for each meeting for link and dial-in number. alz.org. Free. Registration required by phone. 1-800-272-3900.

Moonlight MarketFirst Wednesday of every month, 6-9pm. Highlighting local crafters, farmers, artists and artisans from around the central Illinois area. Live music. On Jackson Street between

Fifth and Sixth streets. 217-670-0627.

Museum DialoguesThu., May 27, 11am-12pm. A discussion on the transcontinental dialogues among museums and between museums and communities to ensure the return of tangible and intangible heritage to the places where they belong. Part of the Global Conversations on the Return of Cultural Heritage Series. Online. illinoisstatemuseum.org. Free with registration. 217-782-7386.

Old Capitol Farmers MarketWednesdays, Saturdays, 8am-12pm. Starts Wednesday, May 12. Shop for fresh local produce, baked goods and products. Please note health guidelines. downtownspringfield.org. Old Capitol Farmers Market, Fourth and Adams streets, 217-544-1723.

Health & Fitness

Ageless Grace Zoom beginner fitness classTuesdays, 6:30pm. Fitness for body and brain health based on neuroplasticity--the ability of the brain to change through movement, music and play. Seated practiced with simple exercise tools for balance, breath, muscle strength, cardio, brain fitness, flexibility, mobility and more. Signed waiver required. ssnyder@jaxpl.org. free. 217-243-5435.

Sports

Springfield SlidersSat., May 22, 6:35pm and Sun., May 23, 5:05pm. Playing the Springfield Local All-Stars in the Field of Dreams games. springfieldsliders.com. $3. Robin Roberts Stadium, 1415 N. Grand Ave. E., 217-753-0700.

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Real Estate Foreclosure

F20070004 CNLRIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY—SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISLoandepot.com, LLC Plaintiff, vs. Kevin McDermott Special Representative; Susan Coulter; Unknown heirs and legatees of Robert Evans Brumett aka Robert E. Brumett; Defendants. CASE NO. 20 CH 12637 County Road. Chatham, Illinois 62629NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALEPublic notice is hereby given that in pursu-ance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on March 24, 2021, I, Sheriff, Jack Campbell of Sangamon County, Illinois, will hold a sale on June 29, 2021, commencing at 9:00 AM , at the Sangamon County Courthouse, 200 South Ninth Street, Springfield, IL 62701, Room , to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit:Commonly known as: 37 County Road. Chatham, Illinois 62629P.I.N.: 28-12.0-379-009First mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $120,860.52IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND COURT COSTS REQUIRED BY SUBSEC-TION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACTTerms of Sale: CASH – 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds pay-able to the Sheriff of Sangamon County.The person to contact for information regard-ing this property is:Sales Department at Diaz Anselmo & Associ-ates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL, 60563, (630) 453-6960. For bidding instructions, visit www.dallegal.com 24 hours prior to sale.This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120Naperville, IL 60563-4947630-453-6960 | 866-402-8661 | 630-428-4620 (fax)Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232MidwestPleadings@dallegal.comTHIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISU.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ND,PLAINTIFF,VS.DEBRA ANDERSON; MARK ANDERSON A/K/A MARK CLEO ANDERSON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CLEO ANDERSON A/K/A CLEO B ANDERSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; TED HARVATIN, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, CLEO ANDERSON, DEFENDANTS.NO. 19 CH 0003118157 WEST OUTER ROAD SHERMAN, IL

62684JUDGEPRESIDING JUDGENOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSUREUNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACTPUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursu-ant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on May 5, 2021, Sheriff of Sangamon County will on 06/29/2021, in the boardroom of the Sangamon County Bldg., 200 S. 9th St., Springfield, IL 62701, at 09:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following de-scribed real estate mentioned in said Judg-ment, situated in the County of Sangamon, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:TAX NO. 07-18-476-021COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8157 West Outer RoadSherman, IL 62684Description of Improvements: Brown brick, one story ranch, attached two car garageThe Judgment amount was $123,411.93.Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; bal-ance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS.The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.The successful purchaser has the sole re-sponsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.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 YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOME-OWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCOR-DANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attor-neys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 20-03812ILPURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.I3168809

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISWELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.PLAINTIFF,-vs-DOUGLAS STEVEN LEACH A/K/A DOUGLAS S. LEACH; TIFFANY L. LEACH A/K/A TIFFANY LYNNE LEACH A/K/A TIFFANY LYNNE DREW; ILLINI BANK;

DEFENDANTS NO. 20 CH 45NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALEPublic Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on April 21, 2021;Jack L Campbell, Sheriff, #1 Sheriff’s Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, will on June 22, 2021 at 9:00 AM, at Sangamon County Building, Sangamon County Board Room, 2nd Floor, 200 South 9th StreetSpringfield, IL 62701, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.Commonly known as 211 7th Street, Pawnee, IL 62558Permanent Index No.: 36-07.0-405-024Improvements: Single FamilyResidentialThe property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.The judgment amount was $151,500.27. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POS-SESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Bid Amount contact:Sale ClerkLOGS Legal Group LLP2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015ILNOTICES@logs.com(847) 291-1717Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.One of Plaintiff’s AttorneysLOGS Legal Group LLPAttorney for Plaintiff2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015(847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119)Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISWELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.PLAINTIFF,-vs-MICHAEL T. AMBROSE A/K/A MICHAEL

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AMBROSE; STEPHANIE A. AMBROSE A/K/A STEPHANIE AMBROSE; DEFENDANTS NO. 20 CH 60NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALEPublic Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on April 21, 2021;Jack L Campbell, Sheriff, #1 Sheriff’s Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, will on June 22, 2021 at 9:00 AM, at Sangamon County Building, Sangamon County Board Room, 2nd Floor, 200 South 9th StreetSpringfield, IL 62701, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.Commonly known as 2616 South Lowell Avenue, Springfield, IL 62704Permanent Index No.: 22-09.0-129-005Improvements: Single FamilyResidentialThe property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no repre-sentation as to the condition of the property.The judgment amount was $89,791.24. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POS-SESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Bid Amount contact:Sale ClerkLOGS Legal Group LLP2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015ILNOTICES@logs.com(847) 291-1717Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.One of Plaintiff’s AttorneysLOGS Legal Group LLPAttorney for Plaintiff2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015(847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119)Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISWELLS FARGO BANK, NAPLAINTIFF,-vs-

Roger F. Erickson; Polly P. Erickson; The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York, as successor Trustee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee on behalf of the Certificateholders of the CWHEQ Inc., CWHEQ Revolving Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2006-E; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTSDEFENDANTS NO. 15 CH 471NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALEPublic Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on April 21, 2021;Jack L Campbell, Sheriff, #1 Sheriff’s Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, will on June 22, 2021 at 9:00 AM, at Sangamon County Building, Sangamon County Board Room, 2nd Floor, 200 South 9th StreetSpringfield, IL 62701, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.Commonly known as 2645/2647 Delaware Drive, Springfield, IL 62702Permanent Index No.: 14-14.0-252-017Improvements: Single FamilyResidentialThe property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no repre-sentation as to the condition of the property.The judgment amount was $110,357.05. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POS-SESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Bid Amount contact:Sale ClerkLOGS Legal Group LLP2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015ILNOTICES@logs.com(847) 291-1717Wells Fargo Bank, NAOne of Plaintiff’s AttorneysLOGS Legal Group LLPAttorney for Plaintiff2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015(847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119)Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITCOUNTY OF MENARD, STATE OF ILLINOISFEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE COR-PORATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FREDDIE MAC SEASONED LOANS STRUCTURED TRANSACTION TRUST, SERIES 2019-3,Plaintiff(s), vs. DAVID M. REAGON, Defendant(s). Case No. 20 CH 9NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALEOF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURENOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Menard County, Illinois, will on June 4, 2021, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the Menard County Courthouse, 107 S. SEVENTH STREET, BOX 456, PETERSBURG, IL 62675, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Menard, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit:Common Address: 333 WEST VANBUREN, GREENVIEW, IL 62642P.I.N. 07-23-434-003Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information.The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to 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. The property is improved by a Single Family Residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for in-spection prior to sale.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 mort-gagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLCAttorney for PlaintiffIra T. Nevel - ARDC #6185808Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847Aaron Nevel - ARDC #6322724175 North Franklin St. Suite 201Chicago, Illinois 60606(312) 357-1125Pleadings@nevellaw.comSL# 20-00841

COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OFBERNADINE C. MIKELS, DECEASEDNo. 2021 P 25 CLAIMS NOTICENotice is given of the death of Bernadine C. Mikels. Letters of Administration were issued on May 7, 2021, to Kevin N. McDermott, Sangamon County Public Administrator, 109 South 7th Street, Springfield, Illinois 62701.Claims against the Estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Sangamon County Complex, 200 South Ninth Street, Springfield, Illinois 62701, or with the representative, or both, within 6 months from the date of the first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to, the attorney within 1O days after it has been filed.Dated this 7th day of May, 2021. Kevin N. McDermott, Attorney109 South Seventh Street Springfield, Illinois 62701(217) 753-4070Ill. Reg. No. 6196497www.KevinNMcDermott.com

IN THE CIRCUIT COURTOF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIn the Matter of the Estate of: Mary A. Martin, Deceased. No. 2021-P-270NOTICE TO HEIRS ANDNOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF CLAIM DATENotice is given of the death of Mary A. Martin, of Springfield, Illinois. Letters Testamentary were issued on May 11, 2021, to Sarah Delano Pavlik, One Southeast Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, Illinois, 62701, as Executor, whose attorney of record is DELANO LAW OFFICES, LLC, One Southeast Old State Capitol Plaza, Spring-field, Illinois, 62701.Notice is given to all known and unknown heirs of Mary A. Martin of the entry of the Order as set forth above and of the entry of an Order declaring that there are no known heirs of Mary A. Martin. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under 28-4 of the Probate Act, 755 ILCS 5/28-4, any interested person terminates independent administra-tion at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk.Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, San-gamon County Complex, 200 S. 9th Street, Springfield, Illinois, or with the representa-tive, or both, within 6 months of the first day that this Notice is published, and any claim not so filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.Paul PalazzoloClerk of the Circuit CourtSarah Delano Pavlik – 6269250DELANO LAW OFFICES, LLCAttorney for Executor One Southeast Old State Capitol PlazaSpringfield, Illinois 62701 Telephone: 217-544-2703Fax: 217-544-4664sdpavlik@delanolaw.com

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In the Matter of the Estate of: James Johnstone, Jr., Deceased. No. 2021-P-260 NOTICE TO HEIRS ANDNOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF CLAIM DATENotice is given of the death of James Johnstone, Jr., of Sherman, Illinois. Let-ters Testamentary were issued on May 11, 2021, to Ronald J. Johnstone, 7620 Southport Lane, Springfield, Illinois, 62711, as Independent Executor, whose attorney of record is DELANO LAW OFFICES, LLC, One Southeast Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, Illinois, 62701.Notice is given to all known and unknown heirs of James Johnstone, Jr. of the entry of the Order as set forth above and of the entry of an Order declaring Ronald J. Johnstone, Randy J. Johnstone and Mary Ann Baptist as the only heirs of James Johnstone, Jr. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under 28-4 of the Probate Act, 755 ILCS 5/28-4, any interested person terminates independent administra-tion at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk.Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, San-gamon County Complex, 200 S. 9th Street, Springfield, Illinois, or with the representa-tive, or both, within 6 months of the first day that this Notice is published, and any claim not so filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.Paul PalazzoloClerk of the Circuit CourtSarah Delano Pavlik – 6269250DELANO LAW OFFICES, LLCAttorney for Executor One Southeast Old State Capitol PlazaSpringfield, Illinois 62701 Telephone: 217-544-2703Fax: 217-544-4664sdpavlik@delanolaw.com

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISEstate of:JOHN G. SAINT,Deceased.NO. 2021-P-228CLAIM NOTICENotice is given of the death of John G. Saint of Sangamon County, Illinois. Letters of Officewere issued on April 20, 2021, to Cristy Janette Ayala Saint, 802 E. Edwards St., Springfield, Illinois 62703, as Executor, whose attorneys are Barber, Segatto, Hoffee, Wilke & Cate, LLP, P.O. Box 79, Springfield, Illinois 62705.Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court at theSangamon County Complex, 200 South Ninth Street, Springfield, Illinois 62701 or with therepresentative or both, on or before October 27, 2021, and 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 at-torney within 10 days after it has been filed.Dated this 28th day of April, 2021.Matthew J. Cate - 06272040Barber, Segatto, Hoffee, Wilke & Cate, LLPP.O. Box 79Springfield, IL 62705(217) 544-4868matthewcate@barberlaw.com310258

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISEstate of:PAMELA JACOBS,Deceased.NO. 2021-P-248CLAIM NOTICENotice is given of the death of Pamela Jacobs of Sangamon County, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on April 26, 2021, to Farrell Christopher Jacobs, Jr., 5115 Spauld-ing Orchard Road, Chatham, Illinois 62629, as Executor, whose attorneys are Barber, Segatto, Hoffee, Wilke & Cate, LLP, P.O. Box 79, Springfield, Illinois 62705.Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court at theSangamon County Complex, 200 South Ninth Street, Springfield, Illinois 62701 or with therepresentative or both, on or before November 2, 2021, and 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 at-torney within 10 days after it has been filed.Dated this 28th day of April, 2021.Matthew J. Cate - 06272040Barber, Segatto, Hoffee, Wilke & Cate, LLPP.O. Box 79Springfield, IL 62705(217) 544-4868matthewcate@barberlaw.com311468

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOIS — IN PROBATEIN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOSHUA RAY PFEILER, Deceased No. 2021-P-245CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of JOSHUA RAY PFEILER, of Chatham, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on May 10, 2021 to Jeremy Pfeiler as Independent Administrator, whoseattorney is Monroe D. McWard of McWard Law Office, 107 South Washington Street, Taylorville, Illinois 62568.Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Sangamon County Courthouse, County Building Complex, 200 South 9th Street, Springfield, Illinois 62701, or with the representative, or both, on or before November 11, 2021, which date is not less than six months from the date of the first publication of this notice, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the at-torney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated this 12th day of May, 2021Jeremy Pfeiler, as Independent Administra-tor of the Estate of JOSHUA RAY PFEILER, deceased.By: /s/ Monroe D. McWard Monroe D. McWardMcWard Law OfficeAttorney for Petitioner’s107 South Washington St. Taylorville, IL 62568217-824-2900

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISJAVONNA ACKERMAN f/k/a JAVONNA HOMAN, Petitioner,v.JAMES R. HOMAN, Respondent.NO. 2012-D-166NOTICE BY PUBLICATIONNOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, James R. Homan, that a Complaint for Support and Other

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Relief has been filed in the above captioned cause seeking that an Order be entered by this Court according to the statutes, and that this Court make an appropriate award as to support and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise appear in this case in the office of the clerk of this court, Seventh Judicial Circuit, Sangamon County, 200 South Ninth Street, Springfield, Illinois 62701, on or before June 15, 2021, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE PETITION.Paul PalazzoloClerk of CourtRandy S. Paswater - 06283705Barber, Segatto, Hoffee, Wilke & Cate, LLPP.O. Box 79Springfield, IL 62705-0079217/544-4868paswater@barberlaw.com311738

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUB-LICATION OF STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PITT COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION File No.: 21 CVD 848 Kumaraswamy Gut-talu Krishnamurthy Rao v. Bhargavi Sujani Chinthamani To Defendant Ms. Bhargavi Sujani Chinthamani; Take notice that a complaint seeking relief against you has been filed for Absolute Divorce in the Office of the Clerk of Superior Court in Pitt County, State of North Carolina on March 26, 2021. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than June 22, 2021 (40 days after the date of the first publication of notice), and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for relief sought. This, the 13th date of May, 2021. Ashley-Nicole Russell, Attorney for Plaintiff NCSB: 43140 112 South Pitt Street Greenville, NC 27834 Phone: (252)702-4376.

STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY Re: the marriage ofDaimorrio C. Hubbard Sr., PetitionerAndLaTonia V. Hubbard, RespondentCase No. 2021-D-84NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given you LaTonia V. Hubbard, Respondent herein, that this cause has been commenced against you in this court asking for a dissolution of marriage and other relief.Unless you file your response or otherwise file your appearance in this cause in the of-fice of the Circuit Clerk of Sangamon County, in Springfield, Illinois on or before the 6th day of June, 2021 a judgment of dis-solution of marriage and other relief may be granted as prayed for in the Petition.Paul PalazzoloCircuit Clerk

STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY Re: the marriage ofAndrea G. Taylor, PetitionerAndTruman M. Taylor, RespondentCase No. 2020-D-49NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given you Truman M. Taylor, Respondent herein, that this cause has been commenced against you in this court asking for a dissolution of marriage and other relief.Unless you file your response or otherwise file your appearance in this cause in the of-fice of the Circuit Clerk of Sangamon County, in Springfield, Illinois on or before the

6th day of June, 2021 a judgment of dis-solution of marriage and other relief may be granted as prayed for in the Petition.Paul PalazzoloCircuit Clerk

CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SPRINGFIELD, SANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIN THE MATTER OFDEREK J. FARLEY Minor ChildNo. 2021-P-236To: DELORIS FARLEY at address unknown and All Persons Having A Right To Notice:Please be notified that BRANDY & MARC GRAVES have filed a Petition for the Guard-ianship of the Estate and Person of DEREK J. FARLEY, minor child.You are required to answer said Petition BY June 21, 2021 or be defaulted by the Court thereafter.Dated: May 20, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIn the matter of the Petition ofAlexander Ray LeschFor change of name to Alexander Ray CruzeCase No.: 21-MR-539PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Notice is hereby given that on June 22, 2021 I will petition in said Court praying for the change of name from Alexander Ray Lesch to Alexander Ray Cruze pursuant to the statute in such case made and provided.Dated: May 6, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIn the matter of the Petition ofEmanuel D. EdwardsFor change of name to Antonio DeMartinoCase No.: 21-MR-459PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Notice is hereby given that on June 22, 2021 I will petition in said Court praying for the change of name from Emanuel D. Edwards to Antonio DeMartino pursuant to the statute in such case made and provided.Dated: May 13, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIn the matter of the Petition ofChris William GantFor change of name to Christopher William McCallCase No.: 21-MR-446PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Notice is hereby given that on June 22, 2021 I will petition in said Court praying for the change of name from Chris William Gant to Christopher William McCall pursu-ant to the statute in such case made and provided.Dated: May 13, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIn the matter of the Petition ofUrsula Violet EcclesFor change of name to Ursula Violet Phillips-EcclesCase No.: 21-MR-382PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Notice is hereby given that on June 22, 2021 I will petition in said Court praying for the change of name from Ursula Violet Eccles to Ursula Violet Phillips-Ecclespursuant to the statute in such case made

and provided.Dated: May 13, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIn the matter of the Petition ofSophia Lynn MatthewFor change of name to Sophia Lynn RuppertCase No.: 21-MR-279PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Notice is hereby given that on Aug. 3, 2021 I will petition in said Court praying for the change of name from Sophia Lynn Mat-thew to Sophia Lynn Ruppert pursuant to the statute in such case made and provided.Dated: May 13, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIn the matter of the Petition ofTheo Junior ReubenFor change of name to Joseph Desmond Barber MeekCase No.: 21-MR-570PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Notice is hereby given that on June 22, 2021 I will petition in said Court praying for the change of name from Theo Junior Reuben to Joseph Desmond Barber Meek pursuant to the statute in such case made and provided.Dated: May 13, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIn the matter of the Petition ofCadence Noel SummersFor change of name to Orion Levi Noel SummersCase No.: 21-MR-581PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Notice is hereby given that on Aug. 3, 2021 I will petition in said Court praying for the change of name from Cadence Noel Summers to Orion Levi Noel Summers pursuant to the statute in such case made and provided.Dated: May 20, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIn the matter of the Petition ofCamille Kelly Williams For change of name to Camille Kelly RodriguezCase No.: 21-MR-583PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Notice is hereby given that on Aug. 3, 2021 I will petition in said Court praying for the change of name from Camille Kelly Williams to Camille Kelly Rodriguezpursuant to the statute in such case made and provided.Dated: May 20, 2021

F20070004 CNLRIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDI-CIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY—SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISLoandepot.com, LLC Plaintiff, vs. Kevin McDermott Special Representative; Susan Coulter; Unknown heirs and legatees of Robert Evans Brumett aka Robert E. Brumett; Defendants. CASE NO. 20 CH 12637 County Road. Chatham, Illinois 62629NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALEPublic notice is hereby given that in pursu-

ance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on March 24, 2021, I, Sheriff, Jack Campbell of Sangamon County, Illinois, will hold a sale on June 29, 2021, commencing at 9:00 AM , at the Sangamon County Courthouse, 200 South Ninth Street, Springfield, IL 62701, Room , to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit:LOT 19 IN BUCKINGHAM PLACE, THIRD ADDITION, CHATHAM, ILLINOIS.SITUATED IN SANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISCommonly known as: 37 County Road. Chatham, Illinois 62629P.I.N.: 28-12.0-379-009First mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $120,860.52IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS AND COURT COSTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACTTerms of Sale: CASH – 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds pay-able to the Sheriff of Sangamon County.The person to contact for information regarding this property is:Sales Department at Diaz Anselmo & Associ-ates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL, 60563, (630) 453-6960. For bidding instructions, visit www.dallegal.com 24 hours prior to sale.This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.Diaz Anselmo & Associates, LLC1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120Naperville, IL 60563-4947630-453-6960 | 866-402-8661 | 630-428-4620 (fax)Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232MidwestPleadings@dallegal.comTHIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR.8051-914446

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISU.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ND,PLAINTIFF,VS.DEBRA ANDERSON; MARK ANDERSON A/K/A MARK CLEO ANDERSON; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CLEO ANDERSON A/K/A CLEO B ANDERSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; TED HARVATIN, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, CLEO ANDERSON, DEFENDANTS.NO. 19 CH 0003118157 WEST OUTER ROAD SHERMAN, IL 62684JUDGEPRESIDING JUDGENOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSUREUNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACTPUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on May 5, 2021, Sheriff of Sangamon County will on 06/29/2021, in the boardroom of the Sangamon County

Bldg., 200 S. 9th St., Springfield, IL 62701, at 09:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Sangamon, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:THE NORTH 50 FEET OF LOT 4 AND THE SOUTH 40 FEET OF LOT 3 LYING ADJACENT TO AND MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THE LINE BETWEEN LOTS 3 AND 4 OF KNOLLWOOD, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 4 WEST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN.TAX NO. 07-18-476-021COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8157 West Outer RoadSherman, IL 62684Description of Improvements: Brown brick, one story ranch, attached two car garageThe Judgment amount was $123,411.93.Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS.The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.The property will NOT be open for inspec-tion. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.The successful purchaser has the sole re-sponsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.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 YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOME-OWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCOR-DANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Information: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s At-torneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 20-03812ILPURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.I3168809

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDI-CIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISWELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.PLAINTIFF,-vs-DOUGLAS STEVEN LEACH A/K/A DOUGLAS S. LEACH; TIFFANY L. LEACH A/K/A TIFFANY LYNNE LEACH A/K/A TIFFANY LYNNE DREW; ILLINI BANK; DEFENDANTS NO. 20 CH 45

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALEPublic Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on April 21, 2021;Jack L Campbell, Sheriff, #1 Sheriff’s Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, will on June 22, 2021 at 9:00 AM, at Sangamon County Building, Sangamon County Board Room, 2nd Floor, 200 South 9th Street, Springfield, IL 62701, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Cer-tificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.Said property is legally described as follows:THAT PART OF LOT EIGHT (8) IN BAXTER’S SECOND ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF PAWNEE, SANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE RUNNING EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8), 105 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 123 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE WEST 40 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE SOUTH 24 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE WEST 30 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE NORTH 30 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE WEST 35 FEET PAR-ALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE NORTH 117 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT.EXCEPT ANY INTEREST IN THE COAL, OIL, GAS AND OTHER MINERALS UNDERLYING THE LAND WHICH HAVE BEEN HERETO-FORE CONVEYED OR RESERVED IN PRIOR CONVEYANCES, AND ALL RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE ESTATE OF SAID COAL, OIL, GAS AND OTHER MINER-ALS, IF ANY.SITUATED IN SANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOIS.Commonly known as 211 7th Street, Pawnee, IL 62558Permanent Index No.: 36-07.0-405-024Improvements: Single FamilyResidentialThe property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.The judgment amount was $151,500.27. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POS-SESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Bid Amount contact:Sale ClerkLOGS Legal Group LLP2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015ILNOTICES@logs.com(847) 291-1717Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.One of Plaintiff’s AttorneysLOGS Legal Group LLPAttorney for Plaintiff2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015(847) 291-1717

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ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119)Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION.8051-914447

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDI-CIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISWELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.PLAINTIFF,-vs-MICHAEL T. AMBROSE A/K/A MICHAEL AMBROSE; STEPHANIE A. AMBROSE A/K/A STEPHANIE AMBROSE; DEFENDANTS NO. 20 CH 60NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALEPublic Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on April 21, 2021;Jack L Campbell, Sheriff, #1 Sheriff’s Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, will on June 22, 2021 at 9:00 AM, at Sangamon County Building, Sangamon County Board Room, 2nd Floor, 200 South 9th StreetSpringfield, IL 62701, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Cer-tificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.Said property is legally described as follows:LOT 220 OF THE HIGHLANDS. EXCEPT THE COAL AND OTHER MINERALS UNDERLY-ING THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND AND ALL RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS IN FAVOR OF THE ESTATE OF SAID COAL AND MINERALS.SITUATED IN SANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOIS.Commonly known as 2616 South Lowell Avenue, Springfield, IL 62704Permanent Index No.: 22-09.0-129-005Improvements: Single FamilyResidentialThe property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.The judgment amount was $89,791.24. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POS-SESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Bid Amount contact:Sale ClerkLOGS Legal Group LLP2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301

Bannockburn, IL 60015ILNOTICES@logs.com(847) 291-1717Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.One of Plaintiff’s AttorneysLOGS Legal Group LLPAttorney for Plaintiff2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015(847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119)Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION.8051-914448

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDI-CIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOISWELLS FARGO BANK, NAPLAINTIFF,-vs-Roger F. Erickson; Polly P. Erickson; The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York, as successor Trustee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee on behalf of the Certificateholders of the CWHEQ Inc., CWHEQ Revolving Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2006-E; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTSDEFENDANTS NO. 15 CH 471NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALEPublic Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on April 21, 2021;Jack L Campbell, Sheriff, #1 Sheriff’s Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701, will on June 22, 2021 at 9:00 AM, at Sangamon County Building, Sangamon County Board Room, 2nd Floor, 200 South 9th StreetSpringfield, IL 62701, sell to the highest bidder for ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Cer-tificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.Said property is legally described as follows:THE NORTHERLY 14 FEET OF LOT THREE HUNDRED FIFTY-EIGHT (358); ALSO LOT THREE HUNDRED FIFTY-NINE (359), EXCEPT THE NORTHERLY 23 FEET THEREOF IN FRED W. WANLESS’ INDIAN HILLS EIGHTH ADDI-TION. SITUATED IN SANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOIS.Commonly known as 2645/2647 Delaware Drive, Springfield, IL 62702Permanent Index No.: 14-14.0-252-017Improvements: Single FamilyResidentialThe property will NOT be open for inspection

prior to the sale and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.The judgment amount was $110,357.05. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POS-SESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.For Bid Amount contact:Sale ClerkLOGS Legal Group LLP2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015ILNOTICES@logs.com(847) 291-1717Wells Fargo Bank, NAOne of Plaintiff’s AttorneysLOGS Legal Group LLPAttorney for Plaintiff2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301Bannockburn, IL 60015(847) 291-1717 ILNOTICES@logs.com Randal S. Berg (6277119)Michael N. Burke (6291435)Christopher A. Cieniawa (6187452)Joseph M. Herbas (6277645)Michael Kalkowski (6185654)Laura J. Anderson (6224385)Jenna R. Vondran (6308109)Thomas Belczak (6193705)THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION.8051-914623

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITCOUNTY OF MENARD, STATE OF ILLINOISFEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE COR-PORATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FREDDIE MAC SEASONED LOANS STRUCTURED TRANSACTION TRUST, SERIES 2019-3,Plaintiff(s), vs. DAVID M. REAGON, Defendant(s). Case No. 20 CH 9NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALEOF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURENOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Menard County, Illinois, will on June 4, 2021, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the Menard County Courthouse, 107 S. SEVENTH STREET, BOX 456, PETERSBURG, IL 62675, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the follow-ing described premises and real estate in the said Judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Menard, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit:LOT 4 AND THE WEST HALF OF LOT 3 IN BLOCK 5 IN MARBOLD’S ADDITION TO THE TOWN, NOW VILLAGE, OF GREENVIEW, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF MENARD AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.Common Address: 333 WEST VANBUREN, GREENVIEW, IL 62642P.I.N. 07-23-434-003Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information.

The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assess-ments 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. The property is improved by a Single Family Residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for inspection prior to sale.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).LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLCAttorney for PlaintiffIra T. Nevel - ARDC #6185808Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847Aaron Nevel - ARDC #6322724175 North Franklin St. Suite 201Chicago, Illinois 60606(312) 357-1125Pleadings@nevellaw.comSL# 20-008418051-914079

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-1-8 TO: Patricia Dee Thompson, Priscilla M. Beal, Pa-tricia D Thompson, Priscilla M. Beal, Spouse of Patricia Thompson, Spouse of Patricia Thompson, Spouse of Priscilla Beal, Spouse of Priscilla Beal, Occupant, Villa Health Care, Villa Health Care Inc Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said. land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 1705 Reed Ave., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 22-08.0-106-022 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner8051-914530

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-19-4 TO: Jason Dorworth, Jason Dorworth, Spouse of Jason Dorworth, Spouse of Jason Dorworth, Occupant Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 1529 N. Stephens Ave., Grandview, IL Property Index Number: 14-24.0-351-030 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for

Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner8051-914532

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-357-1 TO: Thomas R. Burgess, Spouse of Thomas R. Burgess, Occupant, Security Bank Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 1812 N. 9th St., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 14-22.0-256-018 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Midtax, Inc., Petitioner8051-914526

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-358-3 TO: Robert B. Bell, Spouse of Robert B. Bell, Occupant, Illinois Attorney General, Illinois Department of Revenue, United States Attorney General, United States Attorney, Internal Revenue Service Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 1316 N. 2nd St., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 14-22.0-352-058 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. MS INVESTMENT GROUP, INC., Petitioner8051-914522

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-359-5 TO: Bozeman Two, LLC, Bozeman Two, LLC, Oc-cupant, Bozeman Two, LLC, Bozeman Two, LLC, Kaveon Davis, Latrina Evans, Fairview Loans IV, LLC, City of Springfield Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 1428 N. 11th St., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 14-22.0-476-002 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-

ance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner8051-914536

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-363-2 TO: Fred Pryor, Spouse of Fred Pryor, Fred Pryor, Spouse of Fred Pryor, Occupant, Nancy R. Simpson, John R. Simpson, Illinois Attorney General, Illinois Department of Revenue Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 1921 E. Keys Ave., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 14-23.0-332-038 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Midtax, Inc., Petitioner8051-914527

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-363-8 TO: Thomas R. Burgess, Spouse of Thomas R. Burgess, Thomas R. Burgess, Spouse of Thomas R. Burgess, Occupant, Security Bank, S.B. Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 1968 Converse Ave., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 14-23.0-379-011 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Midtax, Inc., Petitioner8051-914528

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-383-6 TO: Helen Bridges, Helen Bridges, Spouse of Helen Bridges, Spouse of Helen Bridges, Oc-cupant, Kathryn Vasquez, Katrina Hudgeons, Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC, Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 1026 W. Calhoun Ave., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 14-28.0-152-009 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. MS INVESTMENT GROUP, INC., Petitioner8051-914523

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TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-383-8 TO: Katherine White, Spouse of Katherine White, Occupant, City of Springfield, Brian Guinn Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 802 N. Osburn Ave., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 14-28.0-178-012 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Midtax, Inc., Petitioner8051-914529

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-384-3 TO: James R. Norris, James R. Norris, Occupant, James R. Norris, City of Springfield. Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 132 W. Elliott Ave., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 14-28.0-229-022 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. MS INVESTMENT GROUP, INC., Petitioner8051-914524

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-39-7 TO: Estate of Eugene R. Canady, Spouse of Eugene Canady, Occupant, David Harris Attorney, Capital Ready Mix Inc., Amber Durheim, Adam Canady, Jamie M. Canady, Corey Canady, Grace Canady, Alyssa Canady Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties

interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 307 E. Clinton St., Clearlake Village, IL Property Index Number: 15-29.0-252-020 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner8051-914533

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-420-5 TO: Mark J. Gingerich, Jennifer N. Gingerich, Occupant, David S. Fields, Mark J. Gingerich, Jennifer N. Gingerich Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 3480 Gatlin Dr., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 15-18.0-451-002 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner8051-914537

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-454-3 TO: Ralph Michael McDermont III, Ralph M Mc-Dermont III, Spouse of Ralph McDermont III, Spouse of Ralph McDermont III, Occupant, Illinois Attorney General, Illinois Department of Revenue Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at:

57 Andover Dr., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 22-07.0-478-013 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. MS INVESTMENT GROUP, INC., Petitioner8051-914525

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-48-1 TO: Estate of Timothy J. Grady, Donna Grady, Spouse of Donna Grady, Occupant, Joseph Ozellis, Ardella Ozellis Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 7225 Lake Service Rd., Rochester, IL Property Index Number: 30-06.0-151-003 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner8051-914534

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-5-4 TO: Bradley S. Duffy, Bradley S. Duffy, Bradley S. Duffy, Spouse of Bradley S. Duffy, Occupant Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 3128 S. 5th St., Southern View, IL Property Index Number: 22-09.0-485-008 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-

ance of a Tax Deed. MS INVESTMENT GROUP, INC., Petitioner8051-914521

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-7-7 TO: James L. Fagan, Candi Fagan, Occupant, Crystal Fagan, D & M Remodeling Enter-prises Inc. Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 2814 S. 13th St., Springfield, IL Property Index Number: 22-10.0-403-008 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner8051-914531

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 138-72-2 TO: Ranger M. Cantrall, Kyle Bricker, Mackenzie Cantrall, Illinois Attorney General, Illinois Department of Revenue, Spouse of Ranger Cantrall, Occupant, Ranger M. Cantrall, Spouse of Ranger Cantrall Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property; Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots. A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed with the Circuit Clerk of SANGAMON County, Ill. as Case No. 2018TX35 The Property is located at: 525 E. Mill St., Rochester, IL Property Index Number: 23-15.0-180-022 Said Property was sold on 11/9/2018 for Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and/or Special Assessments for the year 2017. The period of redemption will expire on 8/30/2021. On 09/15/21 at 09:00 am the Petitioner will make application to such Court in said County for an Order for Issu-ance of a Tax Deed. Realtax Developers, Ltd, Petitioner8051-914535

CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SPRINGFIELD, SANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISIN THE MATTER OFCETAYAH PATES, TAYONAH PETITT, JATAYAH PETITT, Minor ChildrenNo. 2021-P-000183To: Taylor Pettit at address unknown and All Persons Having A Right To Notice:Please be notified that BENITA GOLDSBERRY has filed a Petition for the Guardianship of the Estate and Person of CETAYAH PATES, TAYONAH PETTITT AND JATAYAH PETITT, minor children.You are required to answer said Petition WITHIN 30 DAYS or be defaulted by the Court thereafter.Dated: May 6, 2021

In the Circuit CourtFor the Seventh Judicial Circuit of IllinoisSangamon County, Springfield, IllinoisKatie Mefford, Petitionervs.Anthony Brown, DefendantCase 2020-F-282Notice is given you, Anthony Brown for Petition of full custody and for other relief.

Unless you file your Answer or otherwise file your Appearance in this case in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Sangamon County, 200 South Ninth St., Room 405, Springfield, Illinois 62701 on or before June 10, 2021, a judgment or decree by default may be taken against you for the relief asked in the complaint.Paul PalazzoloClerk of the Court

PUBLIC NOTICEDefault Sale:Westside Mini Storage 3142 S. Douglas Ave. Springfield, II. 62704 SELL 6/20/21 @ 2:00Richard Chambers #21 101 Vento VillaSf. II. 62703Dana Dukes # 8-393-76 Blaine CircleDeltona, Fl. 32738Linda- Rebecca Fulk # 171 & 169 2101S. SpringSf. II. 62704Kenneth D. Gorda # W-6 850 S. Durkin Dr. # 148Sf. II. 62704Erin Reed # 109520 W. EdwardsSpringfield, II. 62704Kelli Robinson # 8-6241 N. pt st. # 4-8Cartridge, II. 62721Chad Scaife #3141E2517 S. CollegeSf. II. 62704Donte Smith-Green # 8-162715 S. MacArthur # 184Sf. II. 62704

STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY Autumn Osborne, PetitionerandJoshua Summers, RespondentCase No. 2021-F-137NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given you Joshua Summers, Respondent herein, that this cause has been commenced and you are summoned to a child custody case and for other relief.Unless you file your response or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Sangamon County, 200 South Ninth Street, Room 405, Springfield, Illinois on or before the 29th Day of May, 2021, a judgment or decree by default may be taken against you for the relief asked in the complaint.Paul PalazzoloCircuit Clerk

STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY Desiree Turnbull, Petitionervs.James Maurer, RespondentCase No: 2021-OP-357NOTICE BY PUBLICATION James Maurer, this cause has been com-menced against you in this Court asking for an Order of Protection. Unless you file your Answer or otherwise file your Appearance in this cause in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Sangamon County, Sangamon County Complex, 200 S. Ninth St., Room 405, Springfield, Illinois, on or before June 17, 2021, a judgment or decree by default may be taken against you for the relief asked in the complaint.Paul PalazzoloClerk of the CourtDate: May 13, 2021

STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY Joe Swartz, Petitionervs.Amber Wessing, RespondentCase No: 2021-OP-389NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Amber Wessing, this cause has been com-menced against you in this Court asking for an Order of Protection. Unless you file your Answer or otherwise file your Appearance in this cause in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Sangamon County, Sangamon County Complex, 200 S. Ninth St., Room 405, Springfield, Illinois, on or before June 24, 2021, a judgment or decree by default may be taken against you for the relief asked in the complaint.Paul PalazzoloClerk of the CourtDate: May 20, 2021

STATE OF ILLINOISIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY Karen Correll, Petitionervs.Adrian Nasi, RespondentCase No: 2021-OP-400NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Adrian Nasi, this cause has been com-menced against you in this Court asking for an Order of Protection. Unless you file your Answer or otherwise file your Appearance in this cause in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Sangamon County, Sangamon County Complex, 200 S. Ninth St., Room 405, Springfield, Illinois, on or before June 24, 2021, a judgment or decree by default may be taken against you for the relief asked in the complaint.Paul PalazzoloClerk of the CourtDate: May 20, 2021

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSANGAMON COUNTY, ILLINOISVALKYRIE FROM THE HEAVENS, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, Plaintiff, vs. JENCORE LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, LANDERS' CHILDREN FAMILY, LLC, an Illinois limited liability company, RESTORATION LIFE MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL, an Illinois not-for-profit corporation, BILLIE SUE LANDERS, as Trustee of the Landers Family Trust, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, as Trustee of Trust No. 0003506418 and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Defendants. No. 2021CH000042NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTIONThe requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, Unknown Owners, Defendants in the above-entitled action, that a Complaint has been filed in the Circuit Court for the Seventh Judicial Circuit, Sangamon County, Illinois, seeking entry of a decree setting aside the transfer of real property therein described and for other relief and said action remains pending.Therefore, unless you, Unknown Owners, file your answer to the Complaint or otherwise make your appearance in the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, Sangamon County,Illinois, at the Sangamon County Complex, 200 S. 9th Street, Springfield, Illinois on or before June 25, 2021, a judgment of default may be entered against you in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint./s/ Paul Palazzolo CIRCUIT CLERK OF SANGAMON COUNTY

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BROWN, HAY & STEPHENS, LLPEmmet A. FairfieldRegistration Number: 6180505205 S. 5th Street – Suite 700P.O. Box 2459Springfield, IL 62705(217) 544-8491efairfield@bhslaw.comEXHIBT "A"Legal DescriptionFor APNIParcel ID(s): 34-11.0-300-012, 34-11.0-300-014, 34-14.0-100-009, 34:14.0-100-008, 34-10.0-229-016, , andPARCEL 1A:The West Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 13 North, Range 6 West of the Third Principal Meridian, EXCEPT the following described real estate: Begin-ning at the Northeast corner of the West Half of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 11; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, along the East line of the West Half of said Southwest Quarter, a distance of 500.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 55 minutes 32 seconds West, 436.00 feet, thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 500.00 feet to a point on the North line of the West Half of said Southwest Quarter; thence South 89 degrees 55 minutes 32 seconds East, along said North line, a distance of 436.00 feet to the point of beginning.Except any interest in the coal, oil, gas and other minerals underlying the land which have been heretofore conveyed or reserved in prior conveyances, and all rights and easements in favor of the estate of said coal, oil, gas and other minerals, if any.Situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.PARCEL 2:A part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 13 North, Range 6 West of the Third Principal Meridian described more particularly as follows: Commencing at a stone marking the Northwest corner of said Section 14, thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the North Section line of said Section 14 a distance of 653.26 feet to an iron pipe marking the true point of beginning. thence, continuing North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along said North Section line a distance of 150.00 feet to an iron pipe, thence South 17 degrees 11 minutes 40 seconds West a distance of 910.60 feet to an iron pipe, thence South 88 degrees 47 minutes 34 seconds East a distance of 767.31 feet to an iron pipe on the Quarter Quarter Section line, thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 01 seconds West along said Quarter Quarter Section line a distance of 430.00 feet to a stone marking the Southeast corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 29 seconds West along the South Quarter Quarter Section line a distance of 1301.46 feet to a stone marking the Southwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, thence North 00 degrees 01 minutes 59 seconds East along the West Section line of said Section 14 a distance of 458.00 feet to an iron pipe, thence South 88 degrees 47 minutes 34 seconds East a distance of 385.63 feet to an iron pipe, thence North 17 degrees 11 minutes 40 seconds East a distance of 907.31 feet to the true point of beginning. Said tract contains 16.26 acres, more or less.Except any interest in the coal, oil, gas and other minerals underlying the land which have been heretofore conveyed or reserved in prior conveyances, and all rights and easements in favor of the estate of said coal, oil, gas and other minerals, if any.Situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.PARCEL 3:The Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 13 North, Range 6 West of the Third Principal Meridian,EXCEPT that part described as follows:

A part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 13 North, Range 6 West of the Third Principal Meridian described more particularly as follows Commencing at a stone marking the Northwest Corner of the said Section 14, thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the North Section Line of said Section 14 a distance of 653.26 feet to an iron pipe marking the true point of beginning, thence, continuing North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along said North Section Line a distance of 150.00 feet to an iron pipe, thence South 17 degrees 11 minutes 40 seconds West a distance of 910.60 feet to an iron pipe, thence South 88 degrees 47 minutes 34 seconds East a distance of 767.31 feet to an iron pipe on the Quarter Quarter Section Line, thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 01 seconds West along said Quarter Quarter Section Line a distance of 430.00 feet to a stone marking the Southeast Corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 29 seconds West along the South Quarter Quarter Section Line a distance of 1301.46 feet to a stone marking the Southwest Corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, thence North 00 degrees 01 minutes 59 seconds East along the West Section Line of said Section 14 a distance of 458.00 feet to an iron pipe, thence South 88 degrees 47 minutes 34 seconds East a distance of 385.63 feet to an iron pipe, thence North 17 degrees 11 minutes 40 seconds East a distance of 907.31 feet to the true point of beginning. Said excepted tract contains 16.26 acres. more or less.ALSO EXCEPT: Part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 13 North, Range 6 West of the Third Principal Meridian, more particularly described as follows: From the Northwest corner of said Section 14. measure East along the North line of said Section. 1303 feet; thence South along the East line of said Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, 43 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing South along said East line, measure 208.7 feet; thence West parallel to the North line of said Section, measure 208.7 feet; thence North parallel to the East line of said Quarter Quarter line, measure 208.7 feet; thence East parallel to and 43 feet South from the North line of said Section, measure 208.7 feet to the point of beginning.Except any interest in the coal, oil, gas and other minerals underlying the land which have been heretofore conveyed or reserved in prior conveyances, and all rights and easements in favor of the estate of said coal. oil. gas and other minerals, if any.Situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.PARCEL 6:The North 100 feet of Lot 6 in Block 2 and the North 100 feet of the East 40 feet of Lot 5 in Block 2 of the Town of Wineman.Situated in Sangamon County, Illinois.8051-914947

PRAIRIE STATE BANK & TRUSTNOTICE OF CHANGE IN BUSINESS HOURSPursuant to a Resolution unanimously adopted by the Board of Directors of Prairie State Bank & Trust (Bank) on May 18, 2021, regular business hours of the Bank’s office at 345 Mary Street, Illiopolis, IL, as amended, and effective June 12th shall be follows:Monday-Friday: 10:00am-3:00pmSaturday: CLOSEDJohn RohnChief Growth Officer2653 West Lawrence AvenueSpringfield, IL 627041-800-597-2977

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JoshJosh by J. Reynolds - No. 688Fill the grid with digits so as not to repeat a digit in any row or column, and so that the digits within each heavily outlined box will produce the target number shown, by using addition, subtraction, multiplication or division, as indicated in the box. A 6x6 grid will use 1-6.

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Sudoku No. 688Complete the grid so that every row, column and 3x3 box contains every digit from 1 to 9 inclusive.

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