Beer Belly car wash is back in Erie

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Pictured washing a truck during the July 2021 Beer Belly Car Wash are, from left, Steve Dirks, Jodie Wells, Nick Cross and Brent Graham. Legends owners Nathan and Dana Schnitzler said this is the biggest fundraiser for their annual Toys for Tots drive they hold at their establishment at 921 Eighth Ave. in Erie.

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Beer Belly car wash returns to Erie

Legends Bar & Grill in Erie will be hosting its third annual Beer Belly car wash on Saturday, Sept. 10, from 1 to 5 p.m.

For $10 or a toy donation of an equal amount, get your vehicle sudsed up and washed down by an enthusiastic group of men ready to make you smile and probably blush.

All proceeds will support Christmas toys for local kids, so stop by 921 Eighth Ave. in the Erie triangle to help by getting a one-of-a-kind car wash.

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ROCK ISLAND COUNTY

Third por tion of Rock Island Count y propert y taxes due

Louisa A. Ewert, Rock Island County treasurer, has announced the third installment of taxes are due Friday, Sept. 9. Payments can be made at the County Office Building, 1504 Third Ave. Rock Island, in the C o u n t y T r e a s u r e r ’ s O f f i c e f r o m 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except for weekends and holidays. There is a 24-hour drop box in front of the County Office Building and a drive-up drop box l o c a te d i n t h e a l l e y b e h i n d t h e County Office Building.

Payments also can be made at most locally owned banks and some credit unions in Rock Island County during regular business hours, with entire statement included. Online payments can be made without penalty up until 11:30 p.m. Sept. 9 at www.rockislandcounty.org by credit card, Visa debit or e-check. A convenience fee will be charged. Another option this year is “Pay by Phone” by calling 1-855-965-4400 (same fees apply). To avoid an expected long line, taxpayers are urged to pay by mail or online.

Payments bearing a U.S. postmark up to and including Friday, Sept. 9, are accepted without penalty. Please contact your local postmaster to assure yourself of how to obtain a Sept. 9 postmark. Reference PIN# when paying by Online Bill Pay. State law requires a penalty of 1.5 % per month or any part of a month for payments not paid by Friday, Sept. 9, or bearing a postmark after that date. Please call the County Treasurer’s Office at 309-558- 3510 if you have any questions

NEWS BRIEF

Erie Fire to hold 9/11 Remembrance Service

Erie Fire Protection District will hold a sunrise 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the fire station on Sunday, Sept. 11.

All are invited to gather at the station, 807 Ninth Ave., starting at 5:45 a.m., with the ceremony to start at 6:15 sharp. The ceremony is expected to last about 30 minutes, and coffee and chairs will be provided.

E/P Panthers Booster Club raffle

E/P Panthers Booster Club is selling $10 raffle tickets for three separate bundles valued at $250 or more.

The “kids’ package” includes a Bluetooth speaker, Atomic gift cards and Gibson gas cards. The “night out package” includes gift cards from QC Storm Hockey, TBK, Harvest Bakery, Manny’s, The Break Room and more. The “meat bundle package” includes 25 pounds of ground beef and 45 pounds of pork donated by local farmers.

Tickets are being sold at all home games and the winners will be drawn at the home game on Friday, Oct. 14.

To the Electors of the State of Illinois: The Illinois Constitution establishes a structure of government and laws for the State of Illinois. There are three ways to initiate change to the Illinois Constitution: (1) a constitutional convention may propose changes to any part; (2) the General Assembly may propose changes to any part; or (3) a petition initiative may propose amendments limited to structural and procedural subjects contained in the Legislative Article. The people of Illinois must approve any changes to the Illinois Constitution before they become effective. The purpose of this document is to inform you of proposed changes to the Illinois Constitution and to provide you with a brief explanation and a summary of the arguments in favor of and in opposition to the proposed amendment.

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ADD SECTION 25 TO ARTICLE I OF THE ILLINOIS CONSTITUTION ARTICLE I — BILL OF RIGHTS

SECTION 25. WORKERS’ RIGHTS

(a) Employees shall have the fundamental right to organize and to bargain collectively through representatives of their own choosing for the purpose of negotiating wages, hours, and working conditions, and to protect their economic welfare and safety at work. No law shall be passed that interferes with, negates, or diminishes the right of employees to organize and bargain collectively over their wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment and work place safety, including any law or ordinance that prohibits the execution or application of agreements between employers and labor organizations that represent employees requiring membership in an organization as a condition of employment. (b) The provisions of this Section are controlling over those of Section 6 of Article VII.

EXPLANATION

The proposed amendment, which takes effect upon approval by the voters, adds Section 25 to the Bill of Rights Article of the Illinois Constitution. The new section will guarantee workers the fundamental right to organize and to bargain collectively and to negotiate safety conditions, wages, hours, working conditions, and economic welfare. The amendment prohibits the passage of any new law within the State that restricts or prohibits workers from engaging in collective bargaining with their employer over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment, like safety protocols or training.

Arguments In Favor of the Proposed Amendment

This amendment will protect workers’ and others ’ safety. That includes guaranteeing nurses’ right to put patient care ahead of profit and making sure construction workers can speak up when there’s a safety issue. It will protect workers from being silenced when they call attention to food safety threats, shoddy construction, and other problems that could harm Illinoisans. This amendment protects firefighters and EMTs who put their lives on the line to protect Illinoisans. It means they get the training and safety equipment they need to do their jobs, and can speak out when they see a problem without fear of retaliation. This amendment will help our economy by putting more money in workers’ pockets who join together and get raises. That will mean more money going into our communities and small businesses as people join the middle class with good-paying jobs.

Arguments Against the Proposed Amendment

A fundamental right provided to all citizens under the First Amendment of the United States Constitution is the right to free speech and freedom of association. This amendment prohibits any law or ordinance that allows union workers to choose whether they wish to be a member of the union or not. Under the 2018 United States Supreme Court decision Janus v. Illinois AFSCME, non-union government workers cannot be required to pay union dues as a condition of working in the public sector. Approval of this constitutional amendment will deny that protection to private sector workers. The amendment also states that lawmakers could never “interfere with, negate, or diminish” certain rights. These terms are broad and undefined and leave lawmakers without the ability to clarify through legislation. Our Illinois Constitution provides such protection to public employees. The result of that protection has been to squash efforts by state lawmakers and voters to address Illinois’ pension fund deficits.

FORM OF BALLOT

Proposed Amendment to the 1970 Illinois Constitution

Explanation of Amendment

The proposed amendment would add a new section to the Bill of Rights Article of the Illinois Constitution that would guarantee workers the fundamental right to organize and to bargain collectively and to negotiate wages, hours, and working conditions, and to promote their economic welfare and safety at work. The new amendment would also prohibit from being passed any new law that interferes with, negates, or diminishes the right of employees to organize and bargain collectively over their wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment and workplace safety. At the general election to be held on November 8, 2022, you will be called upon to decide whether the proposed amendment should become part of the Illinois Constitution. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

YES _____ For the proposed addition of Section 25 to Article I of the Illinois Constitution. NO ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

CAPITOL BUILDING SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE

I, Jesse White, Secretary of the State of Illinois, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of the Proposed Amendment, the Explanation of the Proposed Amendment, Arguments in Favor of the Amendment and Arguments Against the Amendment and a true copy of the Form of Ballot for this call as the regularly scheduled general election on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, as set forth in compliance with the Illinois Constitutional Amendment Act.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the Great Seal of the State of Illinois, Done in the City of Springfield, this sixth day of September, 2022.

The link below has information about a proposed constitutional amendment that will be considered at the November 8, 2022 general election.

以下连结提供将在2022年11月8日大选中提出拟议的宪法修正案相关信息。

Poniższy link zawiera informacje na temat proponowanej zmiany konstytucyjnej, która zostanie rozpatrzona w wyborach powszechnych w dniu 8 listopada 2022 r. El siguiente enlace contiene información sobre una propuesta de enmienda constitucional que se considerará en las elecciones generales del 8 de noviembre de 2022.

By KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@shawmedia.com

MORRISON – A 68-year-old Fenton man deemed to be “a very low risk” to reoffend was sentenced Aug. 31 to four years’ probation on two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse of two girls younger than 13.

Charles R. Von Holten also must register as a sexual predator for the rest of his life, pay a $10,000 fine on each charge, pay for the two girls’ counseling, up to $10,000 each, and serve 180 days on house arrest.

As part of his plea agreement, all other charges were dismissed.

Von Holten has b e e n f r e e o n a $500,000 bond since his arrest June 7, 2018.

The girls’ family members and others who were not happy with the plea a g re e m e n t – t h e terms of which are not uncommon for a first-time offender whose psychological evaluations find him at low risk to reoffend – attended the sentencing hearing and also waited outside the courthouse, posting protesters at all the entrances and prompting the sheriff’s department to beef up security inside and out, witnesses said.

Von Holten was charged June 5, 2018, in Whiteside County Court with three counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, punishable by 6 to 60 years in prison, and sexual assault of a child, each of which carries 4 to 15 years.

Those assaults were committed between August and May 2017, when the girl was 6, investigators said.

On Sept. 19, 2019, he was charged with two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a child younger than 13 for twice fondling a 7- or 8-year-old, which is punishable by 3 to 7 years in prison.

Those assaults occurred between June 8, 2017, and June 8, 2018.

The 2019 charges were dismissed in November 2019, however, because the state failed to show probable cause Von Holten committed the crimes.

In 2021, two new charges of aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a child younger than 13 were filed.

The Aug. 31 plea agreement was for one count in the 2018 case and one in the 2021 case, with the sentences to be served concurrently.

Charles Von Holten, 68, of Fenton

POLICE REPORTS

Morrison Police Arrests

On Saturday, Aug. 27, about 3:36 p.m., Morrison police responded to a domestic dispute in the 400 block of East North Street, Morrison. As a result of the investigation, Morrison police arrested and charged Jessy R. Denning, 24, of Morrison with domestic battery (Class A misdemeanor). Denning was transported to the Whiteside County Jail. Morrison police were assisted by the Fulton Police Department and the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office.

On Saturday, Aug. 27, about 5:15 p.m., Morrison police responded to a domestic dispute in the 200 block of Larch Street, Morrison. As a result of the investigation, Morrison police arrested and charged Heather P. Roland, 43, of Morrison with domestic battery (Class A misdemeanor). Roland was transported to the Whiteside County Jail. Morrison police were assisted by the Fulton Police Department and the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office.

On Wednesday, Aug. 31, about 9:30 p.m., Morrison police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Joshua A. Alvarado, 23, of Chicago on East Lincolnway at Bishop Road for a moving violation. As a result of the traffic stop, Alvarado was issued a citation for speeding and was arrested pursuant to an arrest warrant issued by Cook County charging Alvarado with manufacturing/delivering a controlled substance – no bond. Alvarado was transported to the Whiteside County Jail.

Citations Aug. 26

Lex E. Stevens, 51, Sterling, disobeyed traffic control device

Aug. 29

Russell K. Helbig, 54, Fulton, speeding

Aug. 30

John E. Greenham, 32, Morrison, speeding

Sept. 1

Tiffany M. Zamarripa, 30, Rock Falls, no valid registration

Fulton Police Aug. 26

Brooke D. Woodson of Fulton was cited for no valid registration in the 1000 block of 14th Avenue. She was released with a promise to comply.

Aug. 27

Marla A. Vos of Morrison was arrested for driving while license is revoked in the 1000 block of 16th Avenue. She was released with a notice to appear.

Christopher M. Velasquez of Clinton, Iowa, was arrested for operating an uninsured motor vehicle and disobeying a stop sign in the 400 block of 11th Avenue. He was released with a notice to appear.

Aug. 28

Shirley J. Piercy of Fulton was cited for no valid registration in the 1700 block of 14th Avenue. She was released with a promise to comply.

Aug. 29

A juvenile driver was cited for disobeying a stop sign in the 900 block of 10th Avenue. The juvenile driver was released with a notice to appear.

Schyler E. Clark of Prophetstown was cited for no valid registration at Route 84 and 10th Avenue. She was released with a promise to comply.

Aug. 31

Kelly Spaulding of Miles, Iowa, was cited for no valid registration, driving while license is suspended and no proof of insurance in the 1200 block of 14th Avenue. She was released with a notice to appear.

The public is reminded these are charges. All people are presumed innocent until proved guilty in a court of law.

NEWS BRIEFS

Route 30 bridge repairs underway Sept. 6

DIXON – Weather permitting, painting and repairs on the Gateway Bridge – where U.S. Route 30 spans the Mississippi River bridge – will begin Sept. 6, Illinois Department of Transportation District 2 in Dixon announced.

The bridge, located 1 mile west of Illinois Route 84 in Whiteside County, will be closed during the construction. A marked detour will direct motorists to U.S. Route 67 and Iowa/ Illinois Route 136 during construction.

Repairs are expected to be completed by Oct. 15.

U.S. Highway 136 Bridge sets specific times for wide load closures

With the scheduled closure of the U.S. Highway 30 Bridge (south bridge) and the increase in traffic across the Highway 136 Bridge (north bridge), the Fulton and Clinton police departments are requesting that wide loads occur during specified times. Beginning Sept. 6 and concluding about Oct. 15, wide load closures can and may occur during the time periods of 9:30 to 10 a.m. and 1:30 to 2 p.m.

Requests for assistance can be made with Clinton County Communications by calling 563-242-9211 and picking option 2 or by calling Whiteside County Dispatch at 815-7724044 and picking option 1.

The public is reminded that during these times traffic may be stopped or backed up to allow for the wide load crossings. Please plan your travel accordingly and allow for extra time to arrive at your destination safely.

Senior Showcase set for Oct. 4 at Northland Mall

Sauk Valley Media, CGH Medical Center, KSB Hospital and 7:24 Fitness on the Rock announced the 2022 Sauk Valley Senior Showcase, an exhibit for seniors and caregivers, will be Tuesday, Oct. 4.

The event will be at Northland Mall in Sterling and is the premier event for those “50 and better.” Exhibitors will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with seniors. Limited space is available; the deadline to participate is Friday, Sept. 23.

Are you a business owner or work for a business or agency that caters to or can benefit from the ever-growing senior marketplace? Then you will want to be part of the 2022 Sauk Valley Senior Showcase. For more information about becoming an exhibitor, call Kelly Null at Sauk Valley Media at 815-632-2566 or email marketing@saukvalley.com.

Stonecroft Clinton Women’s Connection to meet Sept. 14

Stonecroft Clinton Women’s Connection invites all women to brunch followed by an inspirational speaker at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14, at Community Reformed Church, 727 N. 12th St., Clinton. Cost is $10. There are no dues required to attend the monthly meetings which are held the second Wednesday of every month.

Judy Dagraedt of Ottawa will speak on “Peace in the Midst of Turmoil.” She is a former TV host, writes music and has recorded 12 albums.

Reservations are due Friday, Sept. 9. For reservations, call Donna at 563357-6843 or Nancy at 563-242-8819 or her cellphone at 563-357-8859.

Abigail Peterson receives Mercy One DAISY award

Abigail Peterson, RN at MercyOne Clinton Medical Center, won the DAISY award after her team nominated her for giving extraordinary compassionate care in the emergency department.

The award recognizes nurses who advance health equity with their work in the community and was granted to Peterson for her great contribution to the ED at MercyOne. Peterson stood out for going above and beyond the standard requirements to ensure patients got the best medical care they needed.

Peterson’s nomination read, “Her joyful attitude at work is what immediately caught my attention. Over the past few years, I observed Abby carry that positive attitude into every patient encounter. Abby demonstrated extraordinary compassion and makes significant positive impact on a patient’s experience in the ER.

“Abby is quick to organize chaos. She is very attentive to her colleagues’ needs and has the ability to foresee the unexpected and deal with each situation at an expert level. Her clinical judgment and skills are exceptional. She doesn’t not shy away from challenges.”

MercyOne congratulates Peterson for her achievements and applauds her for winning the DAISY award.

Photo provided Abigail Peterson, RN at MercyOne Clinton, was recognized with the DAISY award.

NEWS BRIEFS

Bustos to make funding presentation at Morrison Tech

MORRISON – U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos will make a check presentation of $1.5 million to the Morrison Institute of Technology at 2:45 p.m. Wednesday at the college.

The Community Project federal funding will be used to build an Automation Annex to the Innovation Center.

The annex will house the new Automation Engineering Technology Program, which will train students to design, program, troubleshoot and maintain automation systems and equipment for small to mid-size manufacturers and other businesses throughout the region.

The Democratic congresswoman, who completes her term in January, is making what her office calls a final Heartland Tour across Illinois’ 17th District.

Alumnus, Pulitzer Prize winner to present at SVCC

Sauk Valley Community College will host SVCC alumnus and 2022 Pulitzer Prize winner Eli Murray at noon Thursday, Sept. 8. Murray, a 2013 Cheri Bustos SVCC alumnus and investigative reporter at the Tampa Bay Times, recently received a Pulitzer Prize in Investigative Journalism along with fellow reporters Corey G. Johnson and Rebecca Woolington. The Tampa Bay Times’ piece “Poisoned” tells the captivating story of highly toxic hazards inside Florida’s only battery recycling plant. Murray will present his investigative findings on the recycling plant in the Riverview Conference Room on SVCC’s campus. He will be available to answer questions pertaining to the story. For questions, contact Dallas Knack at dallas.n.knack@svcc.edu.

Eli Murray

IS THIS HOME IN YOUR FUTURE?

Please join us for a Tour of the Home & Refreshments 1630 Garrett Ave Clinton Saturday Sept. 10th Tour from 11am-1pm Benefits of a Dolan “Age In Place” Villa

With a HECM mortgage for buyers over 62 and a one-time reasonable down payment: You get to own your own home and grow equity every year There is no further monthly mortgage payment You enjoy the lowest cost retirement living option Two car garage with less than an 8 foot walk to kitchen… Entry with NO STEPS! Over a 1,400 sq foot basement to finish for additional living space for storage, and for your safety Enjoy your own yard with plenty of space for gardens or pets Roll in ADA showers with 3 foot doors Laundry on the main level to secure your retirement future in your own home Connected to Emma Young Park Walking Paths and Senior Center You probably already know your neighbors … Stop in for a visit!

Please join us for a tour of the home and enjoy some refreshments at 1630 Garrett Avenue. Clinton, IA Saturday, April 9th from 11am-1pm

MODEL HOME OPEN Tuesday-Saturday 11am-1pm

For an appointment please contact Kevin Dolan 563-506-4265. CONTACT: 563-506-4265 (Kevin Dolan), 563-570-1460 (Dan Dolan), www.DanDolanHomes.com

HILLSDALE

It’s all about the w ildlife at Pat’s Bandits Rescue and Rehab

By SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

It’s been a whirlwind at Pat’s Bandits Rescue and Rehab in Hillsdale s i n c e s p ri ng t i m e , w h e n t h e f i r s t orphaned and injured animals started coming in from the wild. From raccoons to squirrels to rabbits to possums, concerned citizens have brought in hundreds of helpless critters to licensed wildlife rehabber Pat Denzer of Port Byron and her dedicated team of volunteers this season.

The licensed wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center officially opened in May at 8601 318th St. N. in Hillsdale, located on the frontage road by the I-88 exchange. The former office space has been converted to provide wildlife care and an industrial building houses her husband Norm’s venture, Pat’s Auction House, which provides funding for the facility.

On any given day, volunteers are coming in for shifts to help feed the animals, clean their cages, and take care of the nonprofits’ needs, such as laundry, dishes and prepping food. Last week, there were more than 50 raccoons of various ages, a mother opossum and two babies and a couple of baby squirrels and bunnies. The rescuers care for the orphaned and injured wildlife with the sole purpose of returning them back to the wild, where they belong.

Each animal has three rounds of feedings per day, though that fluctuates with the number of volunteers available. Feedings and cleanings are logged in a chart to account for individual needs, and each animal is named to make identification and communication easier. The raccoons always outnumber all the other critters in the facility.

It can be a dirty job, with smocks and gloves available for volunteers. The raccoons are noisy and a bit frenetic, but also amusing as they climb around like acrobats or stick out their hands to anyone who gets close to their cage. They eagerly watch and wait their turn to be transferred to the feeding cage.

After meals, there’s a few more hours of waiting in their cages, as comfy as can be on blankets and puppy pads while toying around with stuffed animals. Their time at the facility is temporary and once ready to fend for themselves, they’re released on private properties with lots of trees, a source of water, and away from busy roads.

“Every animal deserves a chance to live,” Pat said of her inspiration and motivation. “What makes wildlife any different?”

Most of the animals are in her care because of humans, whether mom got hit by a car or was trapped and relocated before homeowners realized she had babies in her care. Pat also works with local agencies and a network of rehabbers such as Calamity Jane’s Wildlife Refuge and Save the Wild Wildlife Rehab of the QC.

Photos by Sarah Ford for Shaw Media ABOVE: Volunteer Teri Richardson of Bettendorf measures out formula for one of the raccoons. Each animal at the facility is given formula based on their weight, plus dog kibbles and cheerios for additional snacks and nutrition. ABOVE RIGHT: Jason the raccoon is content after his feeding on Thursday, Sept. 1, at Pat’s Bandits Rescue and Rehab in Hillsdale. BELOW RIGHT: Wildlife rehabber Pat Denzer holds a baby opossum that’s currently in her care. Once old enough, the animals are released into the wild.

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