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Freshmen Mattea Wuest, left, and Makenna Bode, both of Port Byron, help in the Riverdale beautification project at Riverdale Junior High School on Saturday. Story on page 2.

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Old Fashioned harvest show in Erie. / 12, 13

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All hands were on deck at Riverdale Schools this past weekend, as an army of volunteers showed up to clean and beautify the grounds for the kids and the staff.

From operating heavy machinery to working with handheld tools, volunteers worked in the rain and the sun to bring a whole new look to the school grounds.

Projects included trimming and removing branches and some trees, pulling weeds, mowing, pressure-washing outer walls, painting curbs, spreading fresh dirt and mulch, and cleaning up all the green debris.

Rick DeBaillie and his daughter Sara Watson, both of Rapids City, were the force behind the beautification project.

After driving by the schools and seeing an opportunity for improvements, Rick approached Superintendent Josh Temple about organizing a “grassroots community effort” to get some bigger, overlooked projects done.

They were met with support and encouragement, and so the planning began.

School officials identified and compiled a task to-do list. Rick worked with local businesses, mostly Riverdale alumni, to get large equipment lined up and operators to donate their time. Sara put out the call for volunteers, which would ultimately bring in the superintendent, principals, teachers, coaches, students,

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The Port Byron board approved another TIF development agreement for a downtown business during their Sept.

8 meeting.

Judy and Steve Gibson purchased the property at 125 N. Main Street, formerly Young’s Heating & Air Conditioning, earlier this year. The building was demolished over the summer, with a new building currently under construction.

The first floor will be Blue Suede, a wine bar and gift shop, and the upper floor will consist of two 2-bedroom vacation rental units with on-street parking available.

The agreement will give the Gibson’s TIF funding not to exceed $67,500 after the business is inspected, approved and open. Of that amount, $25,000 will be paid upfront, with the remainder to be paid with annual tax rebates. The Gibson’s will be investing $495,000 into the

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per; The Edge, Rams Riverhouse, Peacocks Tavern, and Jimmie Lee’s provided ice and water; landscape crews from Bump Lawn Care Inc., Freelance Landscape, Big River Services, and Lifestyles had crews with the right tools on hand; and helping with heavy equipment were Dan Ash Trucking Legacy Corporation and CDMI Concrete Contractors, Inc. “I am so proud and grateful for the community we live in. We all had a common attitude, interest and goal,” summarized Sara. And surely the students will feel that school spirit and Riverdale Rams pride when they return to school.

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parents, grandparents, and alumni, with a united goal to accomplish the tasks at hand.

“The community was very responsive,” Sara said. “So many people volunteered their time, talents, equipment and supplies to make this all come together and yield amazing end results.” She also credited her dad, who has grandkids attending the schools, for leading the service project. “I couldn’t be more appreciative for his work ethic, determination and attitude.”

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project.

In a related ordinance, the board voted to allow one more liquor license for the wine bar. Trustees briefly discussed whether they should grant another, with Mayor Bruce Peterson noting that a wine bar is a “different venue” that will help with downtown diversification.

The board also amended the water billing ordinance to remove one month of out delinquent notices; currently, an account will not face disconnection until the fourth month of delinquency.

Additionally, delinquent bills will be sent to the property owner, and if not paid, the village will start a lien process.

The village is currently owed $17,333 in past due water bills.

In other action, the board: • Approved the first payment of $118,004.18 out of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) funds to Valley Construction for road repairs on Cherry Street, despite the project being delayed.

• Approved paying MSA Professional Services $11,150 to submit an ITEP grant

application for the downtown streetscape final engineering plans, with a goal to secure up to $2 million in additional funding for the ongoing project.

• Approved spending up to $2,900 with Preferred Cable Solutions to completely rewire the Village Hall cable network while the building is being repaired due to water damage.

• Tabled a request to install security cameras at the maintenance shed.

• Approved spending $6,443.30 with Abra Equipment Supply for a new ditch mower.

• Approved spending up to $9,000 with MSA for a water systems analysis, which hasn’t been done for eight years.

• Discussed modifying the animal control ordinance after a recent dog attack in Byron Woods.

• Learned that candidate packets for three trustees and the mayor position will be available for pickup starting Sept. 22, with a Nov. 23 filing deadline at the Village Hall. The municipal election will be on April 6, 2021.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Ronald and Janice Olson of Fulton, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Thursday, Sept. 3.

Ronald Olson and the former Janice Porter were married Sept. 3, 1960 at the First Presbyterian Church in Clinton, Iowa.

Ronald was employed at International Paper and Janice was a cosmetologist.

The couple are the parents of three children, Cheryl McRoberts of Clinton, Iowa, Eric (Nancy) Olson of Phoenix, Arizona and Lance (Jeri) Olson of Las Vegas, Nevada. They are the proud grandparents of seven grandchildren.

Gene Bonneur celebrated 95th birthday

Gene Bonneur of Morrison, celebrated his 95th birthday on Sept. 11.

He was born in Fulton to Ann and Evert Bonneur. He attended high school in Erie and farmed in the Morrison area.

He and his wife of 68 years, Mary K., had four children: Diane Sexton, Karen (deceased) Dave Rose, Brian (Cindy) Bonneur, and Janice (Scott) Webster. He has nine grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

FAMILY REUNION

Cox family reunion

The descendants of Clay and Florence Cox gathered at the home of Raymond and Karna Wood in Erie on Aug. 23.

There were 20 family members present.

Danny Martin traveled the greater distance coming from Tennessee and Nicole and Justin Besse of Erie were the

closest.

The oldest member was Anne Johnson, age 87, from Erie and the youngest was Soren Hoover, age 2, from Rock Island.

The towns that were represented by family members included Cordova, Erie and Rock Island in Illinois and Ashland

City, Tennessee.

Food and conversation was enjoyed by all.

This year’s hosts were Shad and Charla Wood from Cordova and Nicole and Justin Besse from Erie. Next years hosts will be Terry and Kris Cox and Travis and Tiffany Cox, both couples are from Erie.

Gene Bonneur

ERIE GARAGE SALES Erie will be holding their all-town garage sales Saturday, Sept. 19, 9 a.m.

- 2 p.m.

Map and lists are available on Revitalize Erie’s Facebook page and in local Erie businesses starting Thursday, Sept. 7

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FIGHT AGAINT COVID

Local health officials: Better cooperation with contact tracing helps slow COVID’s spread ‘Contact tracing is not the same as tracking’

BY ERIC INGLES eingles@saukvalley.com One of the biggest weapons local health departments have in the fight against COVID-19 is contact tracing – but sometimes, they’re not getting the ammunition they need.

With contact tracing, a health department can retrace the steps of a COVID-positive person, giving officials the chance to warn those who have come into contact with that person.

But that process depends on the cooperation of those involved, something that is not always happening.

“It’s just lately, more and more often, we are not being able to make those connections to other cases,” said Cory Law from the Whiteside County Health Department. “It could be because people are being not as forthcoming, or it could be that it is the result of community spread, as we know it is throughout the community and you could be exposed to someone you did not even realize was sick.”

Law said that if people know where they have been and are honest with contact tracers, it is one way health departments can either slow or stop the virus.

“Our goal is if we can identify everyone who’s at risk for developing COVID-19 and everyone who currently has it and just isolate them, we don’t have to roll back restrictions and close establishments,” Law said. “If we’re unable to identify where cases are coming from, there’s always the chance we might have to impose restrictions.”

That is exactly what happened in Region 7, which covers Will and Kankakee counties, where capacities were limited to 25% and party buses were shut down.

In Lee County, infectious disease coordinator Jennifer Whisenant said that she has seen people actually becoming less nervous about sharing that information as time goes on.

“It’s more open,” she said. “There was a period of time where it felt that way [that people were less open], but I think we got over the hump and

people have opened up a little bit.

Maybe it’s hitting closer to home for some people.”

But Lee County Health Department administrator Cathy Ferguson-Allen admits that people are getting tired of the pandemic, which can cause issues.

“We definitely have two camps right now; we have those who are concerned and are following recommendations and then we have those who think it’s a joke or a hoax,” she said. “I don’t know if more people are just over it or just don’t think it’s as much of an issue.”

Contact tracing is not something new to combat COVID-19. It has been a tool health departments have been using for infectious diseases for years.

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Medical professionals can be seen administering COVID-19 tests to students an faculty of Lewis University on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020, in Romeoville.

“Contact tracing starts with a positive case, so any information we get on close contacts with that positive case comes from that person who is positive,” Whisenant said. “And then we go from there, and we contact people they identify as being close contacts.”

When a person is exposed, the Lee County Unified Leadership Team will quarantine them for 14 days from that point of contact. A lot of times, Whisenant said, the next person to develop symptoms will have already been quarantined before symptoms develop, stopping them from spreading COVID-19 to someone else.

“I think educating relieves some of the fear that people have that their privacy will be invaded or their rights will be taken away,” Whisenant said. “I think it’s really important to understand that contact tracing is not the same as tracking; we’re not following anyone around, we’re not spying on anyone, we’re just trying to find out where this illness is spreading.”

WHOA BENEFIT

White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA) of Morrison is set to host its 7th annual benefit horse show on Saturday, Sept. 19 at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds.

The show runs from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. with 28 classes including halter, riding, English and western pleasure, plus speed events throughout the day. Entry to the grounds is free.

It will be the first public benefit for WHOA this year after other events were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Program Director Tawny Wiersema invites the community to come on out for a day of food, fun and watching horses and their riders.

“The show is all ages, so come out and show your horse, or find a spot on the bleachers,” she said. From the backyard horse to a top show horse, the programs are “fun to watch” with a competitive edge to them.

Due to COVID-19 cancellations, the organization lost out on their biggest fundraiser earlier this year during the Whiteside County Fair.

With ongoing restrictions still in place, this show will also be different with seating for spectators spaced out, less menu options, and no popular “show” class for WHOA students.

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White Oaks provides recreational, educational, therapeutic, and social horseback riding opportunities for persons with disabilities. WHOA programs improve physical capabilities and functional skills as well as furnish students the opportunity of added leisure time, physical activity and social interaction.

Still, its’ a “great show for kids, and it’s casual,” Tawny notes. “It’s not a super serious horse show, but the judge from Wyoming, Iowa, is fabulous with the kids.”

The morning schedule includes halter, handling, and showmanship classes, and after lunch there will be riding, costume, and English and western pleasure classes.

The afternoon wraps up with “Ride a buck” with participants riding bareback while sitting on a dollar bill, and then riding with an egg on a spoon, which is a challenge with the reins in one hand. “The kids get competitive,” Wiersema said.

For the speed courses, riders will race through barrels and poles and a cloverleaf pattern, which are all

timed and competitive.

While the horse show is going on, WHOA will also be hosting a grilled cookout lunch from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Livestock Pavilion inside the fairgrounds. Pulled pork, hot dogs, chips, bottled water, and cookies from Harvest Bakery & More of Erie will be available for sale as meal deals.

The cookout is open to all members of the community. There will be limited and spaced seating due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Wiersema said WHOA is thankful for their generous horse show sponsors who help keep the programs operating while providing the best possible therapeutic riding experience for the students: Red Barn Stable - Bob and Mary Black, Stephanie Deckro Interiors, Morrison Rotary, Vegter Steel Fabrication, Cornerstone Agency, River Valley Coop, 123 Tees, 1st Gateway Credit Union, JB Electric & Communications, Tegeler Accounting, Morrison Vet Clinic, John and Carol Crady, Happy Joes, Veterinary Clinic of Prophetstown, DQ Grill and Chill, and BesWick Home Builders, LTD. For weather cancellation inquiries, call 815-535-6208.

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Morrison men charged in connection with series of burglaries

BY TIMOTHY EGGERT eggert@saukvalley.com Police say a trio of Morrison men are facing a bundle of criminal felony charges after being linked to a series of burglaries reported across Whiteside County.

Authorities arrested 18-year-old Logan D. Smith, 25-year-old Colton M. Merema and 46-year-old Jamison E. Smith after searching a residence in rural Morrison on Thursday, finding items reported stolen, the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release.

According to court documents, both Logan Smith and Merema on Aug. 30 broke into and stole items

POLICE REPORTS Morrison Police Report Arrests: On Sept. 9, police arrested Heidi D. Wolber, 36 of Morrison, pursuant to an Order of Commitment – Rule to Show Cause issued by Whiteside County. Wolber was given a notice to appear for Oct. 6, and was released.

On Sept. 10, at approximately 9:50 p.m., police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Nathan O. Whittington, 31 of Erie, for a moving violation.

The traffic stop was conducted in the 600 block of Genesee Avenue. As a result of the investigation during the traffic stop, Whittington was arrested on an arrest warrant issued by Rock Island County, violation of probation – failure to register (juvenile sex offender). Police also charged Whittington with failure to signal and driving while license suspended. Whittington was transported to the Whiteside County Jail.

Citations: Sept. 6: Carlie A. Elder, 20, Rochelle,

from a residence at 18876 Mellots Road.

The pair also together on Sept. 2 robbed Inter Connection Systems Inc, a solar engineering firm located at 14488 Hillside Road, court documents state.

Court filings further allege that Merema on Aug. 27 broke into and stole items from a residence at 19825 Matthew Road.

Merema is charged with one count of residential burglary, a Class 1 Felony, and two counts of burglary – both Class 2 Felonies.

If convicted of all three charges, Merema could face a total punishment of 10 to 29 years in prison.

He remains at Whiteside County

Jail on a $175,000 bond.

Logan Smith is charged with two counts of burglary, each carrying a punishment of 3 to 7 years in prison.

Smith is also charged with one count of possession of 15 to 100 grams of methamphetamine, a Class 1 Felony punishable by 4 to 15 years in prison.

Smith is further charged with one count of unlawful use of weapons for possessing a WARDS Hercules Model 10, 20-gauge shotgun with a barrel less than 18-inches.

That charge, a Class 3 Felony, carries 2 to 5 years in prison.

He is being held in Whiteside County Jail on a $100,000 bond.

Jamison Smith, whose connection

to the burglaries was not disclosed, is charged with one count of possession of an unknown amount of methamphetamine.

No bond information for Smith was immediately available.

Logan Smith and Merema both have preliminary hearings scheduled for Sept. 28.

speeding Sept. 10: Roy R. Brown, 37, Noel, Missouri, no valid driver’s license Sept. 11: Male juvenile, 16, Morrison, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

quasi-criminal activity in the Mineral Springs - Sterling area on Sept. 7 at 3:20 a.m., Jakob R. Wallingford-Holcomb, 19 of Morrison, was trying to flee from the vigilantly residents and crashed his vehicle into a tree causing major damage.

Wallingford-Holcomb then fled from the scene and was stopped by deputies at West 4th Street and West Avenue.

During the course of the investigation, Wallingford-Holcomb was cited for leaving the scene of a property damage crash and no headlights when required.

The residents graciously prevented further criminal activity by their ever-vigilant neighborhood reclaim.

The other occupants fled the scene on foot.

The public is reminded that these are merely charges and all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Whiteside Co. Sheriff’s Report Sept. 9 At 9:45 p.m., Mitchell J. Hart, 18 of Prophetstown, was stopped on Interstate 88 at mile marker 23 for speeding.

Hart was cited for speeding, 82 mph in a 70 mph zone, and no valid driver’s license. He was released on bond pending a court date in Morrison. Todd’s Tire and Auto assisted on scene.

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FRUITS OF THEIR LABOR

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media An early season frost, an August derecho, and restrictions due to COVID-19 may sum up the 2020 season at Fairhaven Fruit Farm.

But on the bright side, the fall fun has just begun.

On Saturday, the apple orchard in rural Thomson had the first event of the season - a Fall Carnival complete with games, prizes, drinks, and apples.

Fruit farmers Ben Metz and Angel McDonough travel from their home in Dubuque almost daily for the never-ending work at the orchard. The couple took ownership of the property nearly four years ago.

“I’ve been around the trees since the beginning of the orchard,” said Ben of his inspiration to take over when the previous owners retired.

Now that the trees are yielding and the fruits are ripe, the year’s labor will again pay off.

But the year’s challenges have taken their toll on the orchard that is home to over 1,200 apple trees. An early season frost took out most of the honeycrisp apples, and the derecho, which Ben described as 80 plus mph winds lasting over 40 minutes, knocked down 54 trees and a whole lot of maturing apples.

“There’s nothing you can do about mother nature,” Ben said. “We’re trying to piece everything together and keep it going.” With 44 varieties of apples cultivated on 3 ½ acres of the property’s 20, he estimates the year’s conditions affected about 80% of their crop.

Still, there’s a variety of apples and other goodies ready for seasonal shoppers. Besides the weekend u-pick option, a cooler in the shop is stocked with bushels of apples and cherry and apple ciders. A slushie machine dispenses freshly pressed icy cider. Bread mixes, apple dips

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Ben Metz and Angel McDonough pose at the photo op station at their fruit farm. and caramel kits give plenty of options for cooking with apples.

Visitors can also find all ‘Made in the USA’ products in the shop, from GMO-free jellies and pickles, natural soaps and lip balms, apple cider donuts, fresh and frozen pies, caramel apples from Candy Kitchen of Galena (and exclusive to their orchard), and other handcrafted items.

The couple’s children are also involved in the operation, with “little entrepreneurs” Daisy and Neveah selling seashells or cut flowers, and Brayden manning the cash register.

A pumpkin patch is also nearing harvest and will be ready for customers in October.

Fifteen honey bee hives on the property are maintained by Fulton’s Honey Girl Honey, with a signature line produced and sold at Fruithaven. The couple also planted some blueberry bushes this year, just to

see if they could grow in the local soil.

“I’m playing with chemistry this year,” said Ben, smiling.

During a normal season, the orchard is abundant with a variety of apples from galas to macs to fujis, and more are grafted every year.

It’s been a location for Farm Bureau camps for area youth. The property was once a dairy, and a round milk house painted with sunflowers marks that history.

Ben recently got a 100-year-old apple washing station operable, and he recycles, upcycles and repurposes various materials he comes across, with his handiwork displayed in the shop and around the grounds.

Ben has a degree in Sustainable Technology and he’s been utilizing that knowledge on the farm, with plans to convert it to a more sustainable operation.

And he’s always on the look-out for interesting apple varieties, such as

“Ludicrisp” that debuted this year.

The Gen’s Best variety was bred at the orchard, named after previous owner Genevieve. “I’m still trying to get an apple named after me,” Angel said with a laugh.

The couple credits their “awesome customers” for helping them weather this year’s storms. They’ll be open on the weekends, come rain or shine this harvest season.

The next upcoming event is Johnny Appleseed Day on Saturday, Sept.

26 from 1 – 4 p.m., with u-pick apples, $1 slushies, and an orchard scavenger hunt.

Ben said the farm is classified as essential, but precautions such as social distancing reminders and numerous handwashing stations are in place to help make people feel comfortable.

Seasonal hours are Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Cash or check is accepted, but no credit cards. Fairhaven Fruit Farm is located at 966 Creamery Road, Thomson. Call 563-213-6134 for more information or follow them on Facebook.

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This child peeks out through a wormhole of an apple cutout at the orchard.

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OBITUARIES KAREN L. ALLEN

Karen L. Allen, 61, of Thomson, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2020, at her home.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded.

A memorial has been established.

The Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is assisting the family.

To send online condolencesgo to www.bosmarenkes.com

CHESTER J. “CHET” BOELKINS

Chester J. “Chet” Boelkins, 91, formerly of Fulton, died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, at Prairie Hills at Clinton in Clinton, Iowa.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a private family graveside service will be held at a later date at Fulton Township Cemetery in Fulton.

A memorial to Genesis Hospice has been established. The Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Chet was born April 12, 1929, in rural Whiteside County, to Bernie and Gertrude (Buikema) Boelkins. He was educated in the rural Whiteside County schools. Chet married Marian E. Reedy on August 25, 1949, in Albany. She died May 15, 2015.

Chet was first employed as an equipment tester at John Deere. Then he worked at Ametek as a maintenance man. Most recently, Chet worked as a machine operator at Drives in Fulton and also worked in maintenance for Cargill in Fulton. He enjoyed traveling to Arizona during the winter with his wife, Marian.

He loved to go camping, boating, and fishing.

Survivors include three daughters,

Sue (Richard) Gossard of Fulton; Mrs. Diane Milligan of Garden Plain, and Mary (Jim) Ottens of Fulton; one son, Terry Boelkins of Fulton; seven grandchildren, Amy (Luke) Littrel, Jason Milligan, Jammie (Troy) Richert, Aaron Milligan, Heather (Matt) Powell, Lynn Boelkins, and Brandy Boelkins; many great and great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marian; two sons, Rodney Boelkins and James Boelkins in infancy; two brothers, Bernard and Robert Boelkins. To send online condolencesgo to www.bosmarenkes.com

LORETTA JEAN CROW

Loretta Jean Crow, 97, of Prophetstown, formerly of Morrison, died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2020, at Allure of Prophetstown.

A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at Liberty Center Cemetery in Liberty Center, Iowa.

A public visitation was held Sept. 10, at the Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home.

A memorial has been established to John L. Lewis Museum in Lucas, Iowa.

To send online condolencesgo to www. bosmagibson.com

JOYCE KAECKER

Joyce Kaecker, 76, of Erie, died Sunday, Sept. 6, 2020.

Graveside services were held on Friday, Sept. 11, at the Erie Cemetery.

Visitation was Sept. 10 at Gibson-Bode Funeral Home, Erie. Memorials may be made to Erie or Albany Fire Departments.

Joyce was born February 8, 1944 in Morrison, the daughter of Harold and

Henrietta (Keller) Hoobler. he married Lawrence “Larry” E. Kaecker on June 28, 1962, at the Erie United Methodist Church in Erie. She sold Avon for over 40 years. She loved being a grandma and following her grandchildren’s activities and sports.

Joyce is survived by her children, Laurie (George) Heincig, Walworth, Wisconsin, Joe (Colleen) Kaecker, Fulton; Jim (Dawn) Kaecker, Cordova; sister, June (Jim) Burden, Erie; sister-in-law, Jean Digman, Sterling; 11 grandchildren, Nona (Cody) Swanson, Brittnee Kaecker (Jonathan Sterling), Brooke Kaecker, Courtnee Kaecker (Patrick Knapp), Brandon Kaecker, Tyler (Justina) Oney, Kelsey Oney, Karissa (Jacob) Arnold, Hannah Herrman; 15 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; special friend, Harold Watts and family; and best friend, Donna Johnson.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Larry. Share a memory of condolence at www.gibsonbodefh.com

ALAN MANCHESTER

Alan Manchester died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020, at home in Plainfield.

Services and Interment will be private.

He was born and raised in Morrison, the fourth of five children to Dr. Ward B. Manchester II and his wife Virginia.

He graduated Morrison High School class of 1964.

He joined General Electric and worked there for over 30 years on the production floor, shipping department, and purchasing office.

During this time he also earned two associates degrees in industrial safety and health.

Alan married his wife Judy in 1973 and they raised two children together, Joshua and Danika.

He volunteered with Master Gardener’s, bowled, played softball, and attended every teacher conference, sporting event, quiz bowl meet, and musical concert his children participated in, of which there were many. He attended First Presbyterian Church of Morrison, First Presbyterian Church of Dupage in Bolingbrook, participated in Blackhawk Presbytery committees and general assembly, and hosted international exchange and graduate students for many years.

Following retirement Alan enjoyed traveling the world with his wife, including Costa Rica, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, Puerto Rico, Norway, England, France, Hawaii, China, Hong Kong, Germany, and Austria. He played cards (and holds the high score record!) at Euchre, played bocci ball, and created beautiful stained glass creations with his friends in the Carillon community.

Alan is survived by his wife Judy (nee Alness), son Joshua, daughter-in-law Beatriz, grandsons Omar and Axel, daughter Danika, and brothers and sister-in laws Bob and Beth Manchester of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Dave and Jane Manchester of Clarendon Hills, Jan Manchester of Morrison, and Jean Obermeier of Clark, South Dakota and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Ward B. Manchester III of Morrison, and sister Debra Manchester of DeWitt, Iowa.

Alan had a terrific sense of humor, impish grin, caring heart, and will be deeply missed by friends and family.

Stories of his incorrigible past have been leaking out. Share your own at www. mccauleyfuneralchapel.com/obituaries/ Alan-Manchester/#!/Obituary See OBITUARIES, Page 9

• OBITUARIES Continued from Page 9 Dennis J. McMahon, of Wheaton, passed away Sept. 9, 2020 after a brief illness.

He is survived by his loving wife Helen A. McAndrews his dear brother Larry McMahon and his wife Jane of Loves Park; his nephews Joe McMahon, Scott Jonsson, and Dave Jonsson; his nieces Kim Hughart (Jim), and Kelly McMahon.

Dennis is also survived by sisters-in-law Katherine McGinn (Bill), Rose McLaughlin, and Cathy McAndrews (late brotherin-law Leo), and nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home.

A visitation will be held prior to the service, from 11 a.m.. – 1 p.m. Interment will be in Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison.

HELEN PEARSALL

Helen Joan Pearsall, 86, of Port Byron, died Monday, September 7, 2020 at Ridgecrest Village, Davenport.

Visitation was Sept. 10, at Gibson-Bode Funeral Home, Port Byron.

Funeral services will be private. Burial will be at the Rock Island National Cemetery, Rock Island.

Memorials may be made to the River Valley District Library.

Helen was born November 7, 1933 in

Luther and Danica Pearsall; brother, Terry Carsten, Glendale, Arizona and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Luther; brother, JC Carsten and sister, Betty Holst.

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Falls, $75,000.

• Austin and Christina Landis to Ryan J. and Alyssa Mairs, 1905 E. 38th St., Sterling, $199,900.

• Shane L. and Sadie J. Asher, formerly Geiger to Brady P. Melton and Ashley L. Noble, 13864 Spring Hill Road, Prophetstown, $150,000.

• David L. and Juana Knopp to Rebecca R. Andrews, 1406 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, $95,000.

• Robert H. Willett to Michael A. and Beth G. Landcaster, 2406B Coventry Court, Sterling, $43,000.

• Marjorie and John H. Mueller Jr. to Stephen C. and Virginia C. Ivory, 905 Valley View Drive, Fulton, $274,000.

• Carolyn A. Ziegler to Robert and Denise Smither, 108 N. Church St., Albany, $85,000.

• Ace Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust Series 2004 He3, HSBC Bank USA, trustee to Andrea A. Rivas, 411 Eighth Ave., Sterling, $22,000.

• Judith K. Smiley to Stanley D. and Ethel H. Jensen, 205 S. Fremont, Tampi-

co, $115,000.

• Kelly A. Siltman and Todd L. Neese to Cole and Lee Kristina Huettemann, 1507 E. 18th St., Sterling, $122,500.

• William O. Handley to Melissa Lawrence, 1203 Johnson Ave., Sterling, $81,000.

• Jerry L. Adams to Holly A. and Reid A. Borcich, 9827 Lyndon Road, Lyndon, $162,500.

• Troy D. and Kimberly J. Wolf to Shannon M. and Susan R. Scott, 14370 Springhill Road, Prophetstown, $103,000.

• Marsha Ecker Heiden to Aaron J. and Kasara L. Gerlach, 16477 Capp Road, Morrison, $187,000.

• Karen S. Day to Hunter Appenzeller, 407 W. 19th St., Rock Falls, $64,500.

• Nathan and Amanda Boettner to Andres C. and Andrea M. Gomez, 507 Sixth Ave., Sterling, $48,000.

• Brendon J. Dravis to Jose A. Boites Espinoza, 407 Seventh Ave., Rock Falls, $63,000.

• Michael T. and Destinee Massey to

JUDSON “JUDD” RUTLEDGE

Judson “Judd” W. Rutledge, 67 of Walnut, died Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020 at Clarissa Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, IA. Judd was born on June 28, 1953 in Moline, the son of Willis and Jean (Elliott) Rutledge. He was a self employed contractor and owner of Judd’s Building and Remodeling. He was a very talented and skilled carpenter that worked in the surrounding area.

Judd was married to Barb Hansen and together they had two children. He was a volunteer at the Walnut Fire Department for many years.

He loved to fish and was a member of the Happy Hookers club. Judd enjoyed watching sports and was an avid Chicago Bears fan.

Survivors include his son, Scott (Ruby) Rutledge of Lemoore, CA; his daughter, Tammy (Jason) Vidmar of Bettendorf, IA; five grandchildren, Julian, Olivia, Braden,

Logan and Owen; two step grandchildren, Dominic and Michael; two sisters, Janice (Larry) Roggy of Morrison and JoAnne Rutledge Romer of Conway, SC; one brother, Jerry (Nancy) Rutledge of Morrison; several nieces and nephews; and his furry companion, Zoe. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Jim Rutledge.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 10:00 a.m. – Noon at the Garland Funeral Home in Walnut. Please dress casual or wear your Chicago Bears attire in honor of Judd. A celebration of life will follow at the Happy Hookers pond at 1:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Walnut Fire Department or the Happy Hookers. For online condolences, please visit: www.garlandfuneralhomes.com.

BERNARD “BARNEY” VOS

Bernard “Barney” Vos, 93, of Morrison, died Saturday, September 12, 2020 at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Morrison. Further arrangements are pending at Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home.

TAMARA “TAM” HAMILTON

Tamara “Tam” Hamilton, 67, of Morrison, died Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020 at her home. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to Windsor Manor, Morrison.

PROPERTY TRANSFERS Whiteside County property transfers recorded the week of Aug. 31-Sept. 4 Warranty deeds • Keith E. and Wendy M. Lilly to Trent D. Hanrahan, 107 First Ave., Lyndon, $75,000.

• McKenzie L. Neubauer to Samuel Ballard, 402 W. Morris St., Morrison, $62,000.

• Travis and Linsey McBride to Allen P. and Jessica A. Wade, 102 S. Jackson St., Morrison, $110,000.

• Douglas E. and Cindy L. Fargher to Andrew G. and Jennifer L. Kessler, 1011 Riverview Road, Sterling, $165,000.

• Jack A. and Sally A. Spencer to Michael B. and Jaclyn M. Sprague, 313 First Ave., Rock Falls, #225,000.

• Keith and Melissa Ellefsen to Wieland Development LLC, 5505 Anne St., Galt, $145,000.

• Mary Suzanne Hector, now Jarvi-Schmitt to Kevin and Maureen Frankfother Trust, 28418 Thome Road, Rock

Dillon M. Larson and Alyssa R. Gallentine, 1713 Ave. C, Sterling, $100,000.

• Adrienna T. Rombouts, formerly Vegter to Susan B. Temple, 203 S. Madison St., Morrison, $38,000.

• Frank J. and Linda C. Murphy to Fellows Properties LLC, 1003 Sixth Ave., Sterling, $142,500.

• Philip and Wendy Ottens to RK Development LLC Series 18, 1113 Fourth St., Fulton, $0.

Quit claim deeds • Vertia I. and Carlos E. Hurches to Laura M. Erhardt, 806B Village Lane, Sterling, $0.

Trustee’s deeds • Culver and Patricia Hovey Trust to Michael and Destinee Massey, 28841 Bertha Drive, Rock Falls, $160,000.

Executor’s deed • Melvin F. Berogan Estate to Marsha Lee Edeus, 903A Florence Lane, Sterling, $66,000.

Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

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DENNIS J. McMAHON

rural Scott County, Iowa, the daughter of Herman and Eva (Stichter) Carsten.

She married Luther Pearsall on October 9, 1960 in McCausland, Iowa.

Helen graduated from DeWitt High School in 1951 and the Jane Lamb Memorial Hospital Training School in 1954.

She furthered her nurses studies in obstetrics at the Chicago Lying-in Hospital. She worked as a Registered Nurse at the former Jane Lamb Hospital (now Mercy Medical Center) in Clinton, Iowa.

After retirement in 1984, she worked as an assistant librarian at the Port Byron library until 1993.

Helen was an active member of the Congregational Church in Port Byron, and a Past Matron in the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren grow to young adults and watching her great grandchildren play. She loved reading and also enjoyed watching sports-especially Cubs and Hawkeyes Helen is survived by her daughters, Teresa Kern (Bill), Port Byron, Nancy (Kurt) Fier, Clinton; grandchildren, Andy (Stephanie) Fier, Ruthefordton, NC, Stephanie Kern, Moline, Darrin (Kari) Pearsall, Port Byron, Katy Fier (Trey Kenney), Iowa City, Annie Fier, Clinton; great-grandchildren, Charlotte, James

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These farmers were busy picking corn on their no-so-modern equipment. Farmers have been fighting cold temperatures and wet field conditions for most of the harvest season.

NEW ONLINE RESOURCES

It’s more important than ever to have a quick, secure way to get important business done with your local USDA team.

That’s why the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has partnered with the Farm Service Agency (FSA) to deliver Box and OneSpan, new tools to help farmers get important documents signed and shared with USDA service center staff.

These are often the quickest, simplest options for both USDA employees and customers. Why? “Because you don’t have to create or sign into a secondary account and you can electronically sign papers and forms using your computer or your smart phone. Basically, you can do what you need to with just a few clicks,” explains NRCS State Conservationist Ivan Dozier. The tools can save time and offer convenience to Illinois farmers.

By using Box or OneSpan, producers can digitally complete most business transactions with USDA without ever leaving their homes or agricultural operations. Dozier and Graff both noted that Box and OneSpan do not replace existing

systems that use e-Authentication for digital signature. Instead, they provide additional efficient, customer-friendly resources for conducting business with USDA. Box is a secure, cloud-based site where FSA or NRCS documents can be managed and shared. Producers who choose to use Box can create a username and password to access their secure Box account, where documents can be downloaded, printed, manually signed, scanned, uploaded, and shared digitally with Service Center staff.

OneSpan is a secure eSignature solution.

Like Box, no software downloads or eAuthentication are required.

Producers interested in eSignature through OneSpan can quickly confirm their identity through two-factor authentication, which includes a text message with verification code sent to their mobile device or a personalized question and answer.

Once identity is confirmed, documents can be reviewed and e-signed through OneSpan via the producer’s personal email address and, once signed, immediately become available to the appropri-

ate Service Center staff.These new tools are available to any USDA customer with access to a mobile device or computer with printer connectivity.

“Another thing to note is that when you use OneSpan, the email you receive will come from “OneSpan Sign,”not from any USDA email address or staff member,” Graff explain. So, look for that and just in case, be sure to check your spam or ‘junk’ mail folder. “And always keep in communication with your USDA Service Center,” Graff added.

Neither of these options are mandatory—farmers who prefer to hand deliver signed documents or mail them in or just drop them off—can still get their USDA business taken care of that way as well. “It’s just another option USDA is offering Illinois farmers to be safe and save time,” stated Dozier and Graff.

Both Box and OneSpan perform most effectively in Chrome. Visit farmers.gov/mydocs for current information or for help getting started with these secure solutions for signing and sharing USDA documents.

Farm Progress Virtual Experience

The Farm Progress Virtual Experience, Sept.

15-17, brings together the best of Farm Progress Show and Husker Harvest Days into one powerhouse virtual experience. This virtual experience promises to be worthy of the Farm Progress name.

Action-packed live field demos will be accessible through any mobile-friendly device.

Farm Progress Virtual Experience takes farmers inside the action with go-pro and drone footage to explore every facet of the latest equipment from top ag manufacturers. Everything featured during field demonstrations has been collected and curated in the field; this is not stock footage. FPVX is proud to offer farmers what they value most about in-person field demonstrations plus a rewind button.

These field demonstrations along with many exciting show features will be available for registered attendees to view during the event and through Spring 2021.

Other show highlights include 400 acres of corn to harvest, hay to cut, rake and bale; working cattle demonstrations, practical education sessions, live insights from farmers, unique product features from exhibitors.

Learn more about Farm Progress Virtual Experience and find registration information at www.farmprogressshow.com

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FARM SHOW

Bos Brothers bring education to the field

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media It was a soggy start to the 4th annual Bos Brothers Old Fashioned Fall Harvest Show in Erie on Friday, but that didn’t stop farmers Chuck and Kevin Bos and their team from getting the grounds ready for an influx of visitors for the weekend.

A range of farming equipment, from the 1900s to the 1970s, was set up to show the progression of farming and the tools of the trade.

The shows are held every year on the farmstead owned by Chuck and Diane Bos, though they alternate between seasons.

The 2021 show will be held in the summer and will feature wheat harvesting demos.

The free show is part of the Bos Brothers’ vision to provide an entertaining and educational experience to the community. Corporate sponsors support the event so individuals and families can enjoy a day in the fields to learn some agricultural history.

“People really need to know where their food comes from,” Kevin said.

“The working displays is why we do

this – people learn better when seeing things working and operating.”

But after last week’s much needed rainfall the grounds were saturated, so the actual harvesting was postponed until this weekend. With national advertising, the show draws in vintage equipment displays and enthusiasts from across the country.

“There’s no choice but to move on and do what you can do,” Kevin said during a lunch break, as the rain steadily poured down. The barn was a dry haven, with tables for diners, plus local ag businesses, pottery, loom weaving, and wood turning demonstrations and vendors.

The brothers started the working farm shows at the 54-acre farmstead in 2016. This year’s harvest will include 40 acres of corn and 5 acres of soybeans. The beans are weather-dependent so they keep the crop minimal. Kevin also planted a small patch of castor beans so he could utilize an old-fashioned John Deere implement, which resembles a batting cage, for the harvest.

“Castor beans aren’t grown in the US anymore. They need a very dry climate,” he said, while discussing the poisonous nature of the

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Neal Stange controls the lever to move the log against the spinning saw blade in Erie. crop,which is used for castor oil, as well as medicinally and as a paint base.

The event continues to succeed and grow thanks to the efforts of friends, family members and volunteers. Randy Rahn of Atkinson was on hand to provide assistance wherever it was needed.

“The event shows a history of

agriculture,and how much work the farmers had to do, compared to today,” he said of his commitment to the event.

Blacksmith demos were provided

by Daryl Drennen of Prophetstown and Bob Isaacson of Morrison, who worked the iron on a cold forge to demonstrate the trade.

“It’s a great pastime for someone with anger or anxiety issues,” Daryl laughed as Bob hammered down a nail. The makeshift shop had a small anvil for kids to make round aluminum disks and get their name punched on it.

“They can get a taste of blacksmithing,” Daryl said.

Also in the field were dozens of vintage farming machines, including Case, Avery, John Deere, and a Port Huron stream tractor, also known as the locomotive on wheels.

A sawmill, corn shellers – including a rare John Deere model – threshers, tractors, combines, old trucks, and a reproduction of a “cook shack” used to feed workers during the threshing runs are situated around the grounds.

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ABOVE: Spitting out steam and smoke, Neal Drummer of LaMoille moves his tractor into place for a saw mill demonstration.

LEFT: Rob Isaacson of Morrison works the anvil during a demonstration of the art of blacksmithing.

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An old John Deere #10 corn sheller looks Dr. Seussian in design.

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Weekend demos also include rock crushing, shingle sawing, horsepower testing, and baking in the cook shack. The smell of diesel fuel lingers in the air.

Phyllis and “Picker” Bob Johnson of Sycamore, showcased a trailer converted to an old-fashioned living room, complete with a 1930s Damascus brand sewing machine to demonstrate the role of farm wives.

Homemade ice cream, hamburgers, pork chops, hot drinks, and desserts could be purchased at another nearby food trailer.

As the show grows every year, the

brothers envision more buildings, barns and cribs filling the grounds.

Kevin recently acquired the frame for a wooden stove silo, which he pulled out of a barn.

At next year’s show, they hope to debut livestock such as piglets and goat kids.

“We hope visitors had a good time despite the weather. Our aim is to educate – it’s why we do this,” said Chuck Bos. Like farmers in the field, no matter the weather the show had to go on. The farm is located at 8105 Springhill Road, Erie.

Follow Bos Brothers Historical Farm, Inc. on Facebook for more information about other events.

The role of technology in today’s agriculture

Modern industry is driven by technology. Advancements in technology have changed how business is conducted, with some industries undergoing dramatic changes since the dawn of the 21st century.

While agriculture might not be the first industry people think of when reflecting on the changing nature of industry, The National Institute of Food and Agriculture notes that modern farms are vastly different than those from a few decades ago.

Farmers have long relied on technology to make their operations as efficient, productive and profitable as possible. Precision agriculture, which refers to technological advances designed to propel agriculture into the modern, computerized and information-based world, is helping the agricultural sector become more profitable and efficient while also improving safety and making agriculture more eco-friendly. In addition, the NIFA notes that the modern agricultural industry employs technology such as robots, temperature and moisture sensors, aerial images, and global positioning systems.

If it sounds complicated, that’s because it is. For example, modern

sensors can detect soil conditions, potentially producing hundreds of readings per second. These sensors help farmers know the best possible time to plant seeds so they can reach their full potential. That improves both the efficiency of modern farms as well as their output.

The NIFA also notes that agricultural technology has reduced waste.

Thanks to agricultural technology, farmers no longer have to apply water, fertilizers and pesticides uniformly across entire fields. Technology has shown that farmers can simply target specific areas or even treat individual plants differently.

That saves time and allows farmers to use only minimal quantities of water, fertilizer and pesticides.

According to the NIFA, employing agricultural technology in this fashion leads to higher crop productivity and reduces runoff of chemicals into rivers and groundwater, reducing the farm’s impact on local ecosystems.

Modern farms are technological marvels where various technologies are being employed to produce crops more efficiently and safely than ever before.

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USDA DEADLINE NEARS

Don’t miss this onetime opportunity first since 2014 USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farm owners that they have a one-time opportunity to update Price Loss Coverage (PLC) program yields for covered commodities on the farm. The deadline is Sept. 30, to update yields, which are used to calculate the PLC payments for 2020 through 2023. Additionally, producers who elected Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) should also consider updating their yields.

“The last time farmers could update yields for these important safety-net programs was in 2014,” said FSA Administrator Richard Fordyce. “It is the farm owner’s choice whether to update or keep existing yields. So, if you rent, you’ll need to communicate with your

landlord who will be the one to sign off on the yield updates.”

Updating yields requires the signature of one owner on a farm and not all owners. If a yield update is not made, no action is required to maintain the existing base crop yield on file with FSA. For program payments, updated yields will apply beginning with the 2020 crop year which, should payments trigger, will be paid out in October of 2021.

Determining Yield Updates

The updated yield will be equal to 90% of the average yield per planted acre in crop years 2013-2017. That excludes any year where the applicable covered commodity was not planted and is subject to the ratio obtained by dividing the 2008-2012 average national yield by the 20132017 average national yield for the covered commodity.

If the reported yield in any year is less than 75 percent of the 2013-2017 average county yield, the yield will

be substituted with 75 percent of the county average yield.

More information

PLC yields may be updated on a covered commodity-by-covered commodity basis by submitting FSA form CCC-867 to include a farm own-

er’s signature.

For more information, reference resources, and decision tools, visit farmers.gov/arc-plc. Contact your local FSA county office for assistance at farmers.gov/service-center-locator.

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RIVERDALE

Nominating petitions for the April 6, 2021, School Board Election for Riverdale Community Unit School District #100 will be available for circulation on Sept. 22. Forms may be picked up at the Rock Island County Office Building, 1504 Third Avenue, Rock Island, Illinois, 61201, on business days between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

A School Board candidate’s petition must be filed in the same office no earlier than 8:00 a.m., December 14, and no later than 5:00 p.m., December 21.

Candidates’ names will appear on the election ballot in the order in which their nominating papers are received at the Rock Island County Office Building.

Three seats on the seven-member Board of Education will be filled at the election, serving four-year terms.

Membership on the Board of Education is restricted to a maximum of (3) members from any congressional township. Based on existing Board membership, members may be elected as follows: (1) Hampton; (2) Coe, Zuma; (3) Canoe Creek, Cordova, Port Byron.

To be eligible to serve, a School Board member must be, on the date of election, a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years old, a registered voter, and a resident of the State of Illinois and the School District for at least one year immediately preceding the election.

PORT BYRON VILLAGE

Candidate packets available in Port Byron Three Port Byron village trustee positions and the mayor position will be up for election on April 6, 2021. Candidate packets will be available at the Village Hall on Sept. 22.

Port Byron elections are now non-partisan, based on voter response during the April 2017 election. Non-partisan candidates do not run under

any party affiliation; in order to run, a candidate must complete a petition by obtaining signatures from village residents in order to be on the ballot.

The deadline to turn in a petition is November 23, where it must be filed with Village Clerk Jamie Engels.

The necessary paperwork to run for office is available at the Village Hall at 120 S Main St., Port Byron. For more information, call the office at 309-5233705.

ROCK ISLAND COUNTY

Third installment of taxes due Louisa A. Ewert, Rock Island County Treasurer, has announced that the third installment of Real Estate tax is due Thursday, September 17, 2020. Payments may be made at the County Office Building 1504 3rd Ave. Rock Island in the County Treasurer’s Office from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except for Saturday and Sunday.

There is 24-hour drop box in front of the County Office Building. Payments can be made at most locally owned Banks and some Credit Unions in Rock Island County with the entire statement; pending their public hours and/or restrictions.

Online payments can be made without penalty up until 11:30 p.m. on September 17 at www.rockislandcounty.org by credit card, Visa debit or e-check. A convenience fee will be charged. New option this year is

“PAY BY PHONE” by calling 1-855965-4400 (same fees apply).

Due to COVID-19, county officials discourage in-house payments (social distancing in line and mask is required). To avoid anticipated long lines, taxpayers are urged to pay by mail, online or use the 24-hour drop box. Payments bearing a postmark up to and including Thursday, September 17 are accepted without penalty. 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 or postmarked by Thursday, September 17.

Please contact your local postmaster to assure yourself of how to obtain a September 17, 2020 postmark. Please call the County Treasurer’s Office if you have any questions at 309-5583510.

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YOUR HEALTH

Facemasks are associated with less disease spread

BY STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D. The extensive or widespread use of facemasks is not new with the COVID virus.

As far back as the pandemic of the Spanish flu in 1918 there was extensive use of public facemask.

There are some misconceptions about the facemasks, but in case no one reads any further, they are indeed associated less spread of the disease.

Some people have cited isolated facts as to not wearing a face mask.

For example, people will point out

that most of the facemasks that the public uses were ones they purchased or self-made and do not filter out nearly all of the virus as the medical N95 masks do.

However, they do less than what we call the inoculum size substantially.

In addition, the people wearing these may also potentially practice better social distancing as well as better sanitation which may contribute to less spread.

Despite the fact that the common facemask does not protect all viruses to the degree that the N95 mask

does, they do appear to be associated with less disease spread. The state of Michigan serves as a classic example.

They had a relative high incidence of the COVID-19 which they reduced by severe social restrictions. When those restrictions were relaxed the disease rose far more than desired.

It appears to be brought under control largely by the implementation of a strong facemask policy.

There are no medical conditions that exempt a person from wearing a mask. While some people with conditions like asthma and COPD may

perceive difficulties with the masks for most these are minimal. Either way, your medical provider cannot exempt you from wearing a mask.

We, therefore, offer the following suggestions for wearing a facemask.

1. In general wear a facemask in public areas.

2. If your immune system is compromised consider not going in to a public area where the majority of people are not wearing the facemasks.

3. Even with the facemask, continue to keep social distance and practice lifelong sanitation.

FULTON ASSOCIATION FOR COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT

FACE accepting applications for community grants FACE is accepting applications for 2020 Community Impact grants between now and Oct. 5. FACE, a component fund of the Quad Cities Community Foundation, uses QCCF’s online grants application system. This allows our applicants to complete, save, and submit their grant applications in one place and have ongoing access to them.

The maximum amount per grant is $1000 and all applications must be submitted through this online system no later than Oct. 5. All appli-

cants will be notified by e-mail shortly after decisions have been made later in October. Please keep in mind that FACE grants are not generally awarded for maintenance of buildings, salaries or building projects.

If your organization has not already used the online grant application system, your organization will need to create its own organizational profile and login information on the system first. You can then login and write your organization’s application:

Go to www.qccommunityfoundation.org/facecommunityimpactgrants and then click on the link to the online grant system in order to login. Once on the application system’s home page, click on the Apply button in the upper left of your screen. Then type FACE in the Quick Search to bring up the FACE Community Impact Fund information in the listing. Finally, click on the blue Apply button to the right of that information.

So that you don’t miss any import-

ant communication, please add this email address to your email contact lists: administrator@grantinterface. com.Automated emails from the online grants system will come from this address. (Do not send email to this address.)

If you have grant questions, contact Marsha Norman at 815-535-2392 or marsha.norman16@gmail.com.

For technical questions/assistance with applying online, contact Connie Koehn at 815-589-2646 or FACEcf@communityfoundation.org.

MCH Vision Tests

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The Morrison High School Driver Education program is grateful for the support from Morrison Community Hospital for administering vision tests to students enrolled in Driver Education. Freshman Will Meier stands near the vision testing station with MCH nurse Lindsay Dail following his vision test on Aug. 28.

All Schools Breakfast Menu Monday, Sept. 21: Cereal, String Cheese, 100% Juice, Fruit & Milk.

Tuesday, Sept. 22: Donut, Yogurt, 100% Juice, Fruit & Milk.

Thursday, Sept. 24: Donut, String Cheese, 100% Juice, Fruit & Milk.

Friday, Sept. 25: Breakfast Cookie, Yogurt, 100% Juice, Fruit & Milk.

NS & SS Schools Lunch Menu Monday, Sept. 21: Cheese Pizza, Mixed Vegetables, Fruit & Milk.

Tuesday, Sept. 22: Cheese Pizza, Mixed Vegetables, Fruit & Milk.

Thursday, Sept. 24: Hot Dog/WG Bun, Chips, Cooked Carrots, Fruit & Milk. *Beef Product Friday, Sept. 25: Hot Dog/WG Bun, Chips, Cooked Carrots, Fruit & Milk. *Beef Product Jr. High and High School Menu Monday, Sept. 21: French Bread Pizza, Mixed Vegetables, Romaine & Dressing, Fruit & Milk.

Tuesday, Sept. 22: French Bread Pizza, Mixed Vegetables, Romaine & Dressing, Fruit & Milk.

Thursday, Sept. 24: Hot Dog/WG Bun, Chips, Cooked Carrots, Fruit & Milk. *Beef Product Friday, Sept. 25: Hot Dog/WG Bun, Chips, Cooked Carrots, Fruit & Milk. *Beef ProductW

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CHURCH LISTINGS ALBANY Albany United Methodist Church 502 North 1st Avenue, 309-887-4781 Pastor Toni Lucas Faith Center Church 511 3rd Ave. North, Albany Senior Pastor Ray Gimenez Pastor Arlen VanZee Church Phone: 563-212-4032

Erie United Methodist Church 811 8th Street, Erie Pastor Tiffany Garcea - 309-659-2541 www.erieumc.org

secretary@secondreformedchurch.net Spring Valley Reformed Church 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton 815-772-3554

Church Of St. Anne Episcopal 401 N Cherry St., Morrison - 815-772-2818 stannemorrison@frontiernet.net www.churchofstannemorrison.org

Newton Zion Reformed Church 10465 Frog Pond Rd, Erie Pastor Shannon Parrish - 309-659-2464 newtonzion@frontier.com

Thrive Ministries-Bethel CRC Campus 1208 3rd Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-2501 www.thriveforchrist.com bethelcrc@juno.com Pastor Kevin Ver Hoeven

Crossroads Community Church 201 W. Marketm Morrison Pastor Jon Eastlick - 815-956-0090 morrison@crossroadscn.com

St. Patrick Catholic Church Albany, Illinois Fr. Matthew Camainoi, Parochial Vicar

St. Ambrose Catholic Church Corner of 5th & Main Father Toni Kretowicz Rectory Phone - 815-537-2077 Church Phone - 309-659-2781

CORDOVA

FENTON

Cordova Baptist 602 Third Ave. South, Cordova, 309-654-2501 - www.cordovafbc.com

Fenton United Methodist Church 10019 Main Street, Fenton Pastor Jan Shaulis 815-778-3789 Church - 708-717-3908 Cell

EAST MOLINE Sycamore Baptist Church 5323 180th Street North, East Moline 309-200-2505 www.sycamorebaptistchurch.com Wildwood Baptist Church 18717 Hubbard Road, East Moline 309-496-9397 office@ wildwoodchurch.com Pastors Brian Smith, Andrew Robinson, Andy Thomaston & Matt Winquist Zion Lutheran Church 17628 Hubbard Road, East Moline Rev. Gary A. Wright - 309-496-3592

ERIE Erie Baptist Church 8th Ave. & 11th Street, Erie Call Ron Kimball for info: 309-230-3584 Erie Christian Church 715 6th Ave, Erie - 309-659-2561 Minister - Nathan Bright Youth Minister - Aaron Sweeney www.eriechristianchurch.com Erie Evangelical Free Church 1409 16th Ave., Erie - Phone 309-659-7125 Website:erieefree.org Pastor Ron Eckberg Pastor Jonathan Eckberg

FULTON First Christian Reformed Church 801 15th Ave., Fulton - 815-589-3207 First Reformed Church 510 – 15th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-2203 Pastor Charles Huckaby

Thrive Ministries-First CRC Campus 801 15th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-3790 www.thriveforchrist.com firstcrcfulton@live.com Pastor Philip Stel

HILLSDALE Hillsdale United Methodist Church 124 Butzer Street, Hillsdale Church 309-658-2340 - Cell 309-373-5316 Pastor Connor Morrison youthpast56@gmail.com

HOOPPOLE Calvary Evangelical Congregational Church Rev. Eugene Baker, Pastor 815-948-2181 or 309-507-3283

Fulton Presbyterian Church 311 N. 9th St., Fulton - 815-589-3580 Pastor Rev. Catherine Martin www.fultonpreschurch.org e-mail - fultonpres@mchsi.com.

Hooppole Zion Methodist Church Pastor Dan Wright - Church 815-948-7591 Parsonage 309-658-2145

Garden Plain Presbyterian Church 14915 Sands Rd., Fulton

Dominion Christian Fellowship Center 104 4th St. W., Lyndon - 815-590-6971 Rev. Barbi E. E. Momolu, Sr.

Gateway Faith Fellowship Church 701 11th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-4283 Pastor Wayne Wiersema Immaculate Conception Church 703 12th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-3542 Father Matthew Camaioni secretaryfulton@gmail.com

LYNDON

Trinity Baptist Church 403 6th Ave North, Lyndon Pastor Alan Jahn - 563-242-0307 www.trinitybaptistchapel.com

MORRISON

Newton Zion Reformed Church 10645 Frog Pond Road, Erie - 309-659-2464 newtonzion@frontier.com Pastor Shannon Parrish

Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church 301 W. South St., Morrison Pastor Tammy Anderson 815-414-1758 - Office 772-4896

Second Reformed Church 703 14th Ave., Fulton - 815-589-3425 www.secondreformedchurch.net

Brethren In Christ Church 207 E. Knox Street, Morrison Pastor Craig Sipes - 815-772-4871

RUTLEDGE ELECTRIC 822 Main, Erie

Ebenezer Reformed Church 309 E. Park St., Morrison 815-772-2472 - www.ercmorrison.com Emmanuel Reformed Church 202 E. Morris St., Morrison - 815-772-3890 www.emmanuelreformedchurch. org Rev. Al Pruis, Interium Pastor Rich Criss, Ministry Coordinator First Baptist Church 406 E. Maple Ave. Morrison Pastor Dick Adams - Phone 772-2696 First Presbyterian Church Rev. Michael Selburg - 815-772-3510 100 East Lincolnway, Morrison Livestream services Sunda’s 9:30 a.m. firstpresmorrison@gmail.com www.firstpresmorrison.org Kingdom Life Community Church 11429 Ward Rd., Morrison, - 815-772-4098 www.kingdomlife.global Pastor Stephen Harmon Morrison Christian Church 201 S. Genesee, Morrison Larry Kidwell, Minister - 970-488-9651 lkidwell51@gmail.com Google YouTube Larry Kidwell for sermons Morrison United Methodist Church 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison Pastor Calvin Haines - 815-772-4030 St. Mary’s Catholic Church Rev. Slawomir Zimodro 13320 Garden Plain Rd., Morrison 815-772-3095 St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 601 N. Jackson St., Morrison www.stpetersmorrison.com Pastor Anthony Appel

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CHURCH LISTINGS

PORT BYRON Bethel Baptist 27308 108th Ave. N., Port Byron Church Phone: 309-523-3352 Pastor Lee Williams

Church Office Phone: (309) 523-2396 Email: portbumc@frontiernet.net Jim Crozier, Pastor Becky Butterfield Youth & Family Life Pastor Kathy Crozier - Spiritual Director

PROPHETSTOWN Advent Christian Church 200 Elm St., Prophetstown 815-537-5646 • ptownac.org First Lutheran Church Pastor Chelsey Weech Office -815-537-2758 www.firstlutheran-ptown.org

Church of the Cross United Methodist Church 22621 IL 2 & 92, Port Byron Pastor Angel Gomez Parish Office: 309-523-9101

Leon United Methodist Church 17173 Lomax Rd., Prophetstown Pastor Jan Shaulis

Countryside Christian Church 3817 230th St. N., Port Byron Pastor Steve Allison Church Phone 523-2834

Prophetstown United Methodist Church 200 West 2nd St., Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - (815) 537-2496

Fairfield United Methodist Church 235th St. at 115th Ave. North, Port Byron Pastor Larry Misfeldt - 309-523-3767

River Church 218 E 3rd St., Prophetstown 815-876-6226 - www.riverchurchag.com

Messiah Lutheran Church Port Byron - 309-523-2421 Peace Lutheran Church ELCA 20828 Friedens Road, Port Byron Interim Pastor: Nancy Jaster www.peacelutheranil.org - 309-523-2295 Port Byron Congregational Church 200 N. High Street, Port Byron Rev. Michael Rubino - 309-523-2318 Port Byron First United Methodist Church 9412 – 228th Street North Port Byron, IL61275

St. Catherine Catholic Church of Prophetstown 815-537-2077

RAPIDS CITY St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 1416 Third Ave., Rapids City Fr. Glenn H. Harris Telephone (309) 496-2414

TAMPICO St. Mary Catholic Church 105 Benton St., Tampico Fr. Richard M. Russo, Pastor Phone 815-438-5425

Prophetstown Family Health Center

Tampico Baptist Church 209 W. 3rd St., Tampico Pastor Ethan Horton

815-537-5050

Tampico First United Methodist Church Pastor Leanne Keate - 815-438-2530 Church ph. 815-438-6105

Dr. Matthew Wolf, MD 212 E. Railroad St., Prophetstown

Dykstra & Law Insurance Agency, Inc.

Brent Dykstra, Agent

DENNIS ELECTRIC

In River City Mall

Tampico, Illinois

815-589-2200

815-438-4402

1426 10th Avenue, Fulton

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Dave’s

Goldsmith Shop

Dave and Betty Habben Diamond Setting - Remounts Jewelry Sales & Repair • Watch Batteries

309-659-7147 7750 Kelly Court, Erie, IL

Worship begins at 9:00 a.m. on Sept.

20 at First Reformed Church, located at 510 - 15th Avenue in Fulton. Pastor Chuck Huckaby will lead the service, and special music will be a vocal duet by Carol and Eric Janvrin. Social distancing will be

practiced and masks are required.

Senior meals will be held on Sept. 16 and 19 at 11:30 a.m. at the church.

The previous Sunday’s service is broadcast on WCCI, 100.3 FM at 6:00 p.m. Sunday night. For more information, go to our website at www.firstrcafulton. org.

GLIMPSES OF THE PAST - FULTON

1960: Frank Baker Ford Sales building burglarized 60 Years Sept. 22, 1960

For the second time in a month the Frank Baker Ford Sales office building was burglarized. Office files and supplies were strewn about as apparently intruders looked for valuables.

Officers reported the J. A. Bull and Son office at Union Grove also was burglarized and think both incidents were committed by the same culprits.

More than 800 registered during the Open House at Jahn’s Home Furnishings. The event was to introduce the public to the new owners, Mr. and Mrs. E. Donald Huizenga, who took over the business several weeks ago.

50 Years Sept. 23, 1970

John Rolffs was elected president of the Fulton Community Christian School board. Other officers are Marvin Balk, vice-president; Henry Klavenga, secretary; Arnold Tiesman, treasurer; Dale Wessels, assistant secretary-treasurer; and Charles Medenblik, debt reduction treasurer.

Other board members are Kenneth Bierman, Delbert Housenga, William Smith and Bruce VanKooten.

River Bend Community Unit District No. 2 Board of Education adopted a new appearance and dress ruling for students in the district. Updating of appearance and dress was necessary to comply with recent decisions amid directives of U.S. Federal courts.

40 Years Sept. 17, 1980

River Bend School Board rejected, by a 4-3 vote, two bids for the installation of LP gas heating in the newer portion of the old grade school vacated last spring. Low bid of $46,310 submitted by Bogott’s of Morrison, and the second bid, $51,450 from Brady Co. of East Moline. Superintendent Hughes said the bids were about $25,000 higher than he had expected.

Demolition of the old Fulton Grade School on Eleventh Avenue started.

People of all ages gathered at the site to watch.

30 Years Sept. 19, 1990

Members of the First Reformed Junior RCYF hung patriotic red, white and blue bows on the light poles along Fourteenth Avenue showing their concern for the military men and women of our country and community who have been sent to Saudi Arabia. David Criss and Jodie Dornbush sponsored the event; Dan Zeeryp and Jennifer Medema, Staci Hartman, and Rita Ruiz helped.

Newly elected members of the Fulton Elementary Student Council include: Dan Bechtel, Matt Smazik Lindsay Barnhart, Brian Fritz, and Mike Jargo.

20 Years Sept. 20, 2000

Del and Marion Curley, founders of Agri-King, Inc. of Fulton, put up a sign that identifies the large pavilion constructed at the company’s home office in Fulton. The spacious outdoor pavilion is equipped with many picnic tables used by the Agri-King staff for meetings and lunches.

Modern Woodman of American Fulton Camp 2 is sponsoring a Community Service Recognition Day at the Fulton Fire Station. The public is invited as the group honors the Fulton Fire District volunteers with the Modern Woodmen of America Community Service Recognition Award.

10 Years Sept. 22, 2010

Helen Temple, Illowa Thrift Store volunteer, donated $500 to Jared Balk and his mom, Valerie. The donation is to help cover hospitalization and treatment costs for Jared, a 17 year old senior at Fulton High, who was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma a year and half ago. He went into remission and it has now reappeared.

Albany Chamber of Commerce had many cookouts to help raise funds for fireworks for Miss Flame, a scholarship fund, the Merry-Go-Round fund, Easter egg hunt, Halloween party and Christmas in the Park. Members of the chamber are Kathy Sturr, Jackie Smith, Rick Dettman, Mary Okrasinski, Jerry Anglese, Bruce Kreider, and Janet Price.

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Thrive Ministries Christian Reformed Church Morrison Campus www.thriveforchrist.com - 815-772-4657 300 West South Street Pastor of Ministry: Kevin VerHoeven bethelrevkev@gmail.com

CHURCH BRIEF First Reformed Church News

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE INTEREST OF JAMARI HARDIN, A minor No. 20 JA 15 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION To DAVID J. ANDREWS, JOSEPH JONES, JERMAYNE LEBLANC, and to All Whom It May Concern: Take notice that on June 15, 2020, a Juvenile Petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act

by State's Attorney Terry A. Costello in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois, entitled "In the Interest of JAMARI HARDIN" and that in COURT ROOM 108 at the EASTERN BRANCH COURT 101 FACILITY, EAST THIRD STREET, STERLING, IL, on October 6, 2020, at 1:15 p.m., or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, an adjudicatory hearing will be held upon the petition to have the child declared to be a ward of the Court under that Act. THE COURT HAS AUTHORITY IN THIS PROCEEDING TO TAKE FROM YOU CUSTODY THE AND GUARDIANSHIP OF THE MINOR, TO TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS, AND TO APPOINT A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION. YOU MAY

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LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD. IF THE PETITION REQUESTS THE TERMINATION OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS AND THE APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN A WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION, YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO THE CHILD. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended petition or a motion to terminate parental rights.

Now, unless you appear at the hearand show ing cause against the Petition, the allegations of the petition may stand admitted as against you and each of you, and an order or judgment entered.

Dated: September 3, 2020 Sue R. Costello Clerk of Court LAUREN C. HOMAN WHITESIDE COUNTY STATE'S ATTORNEY'S OFFICE 101 EAST THIRD STREET STERLING, IL 61081 815-535-4540 Sept. 15, 2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE

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OF RONALD L. HILTY, DECEASED. No. 2020 P 122 NOTICE OF DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD Notice is given of the death of Ronald L. Hilty.

Letters of Administration were issued on September 2, 2020, to LuAnn R. Wieneke, 601 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL 61270 as Independent Executor.

The Estate will be administered without Court Supervision unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a Petition to Terminate to the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois, 61270, or with the Independent Executor, or both, on or before March 16, 2021, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the Independent Executor is required

by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice.

Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the Independent Executor and her attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Lon M. Richey Attorney for said Estate

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225 East Main Street, P.O. Box 128 Morrison, IL 61270 Phone: 815.772.4900 Email: lrichey@richeyle gal.com Sept. 15, 22, 29, 2020 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on September 1, 2020, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Whiteside County, Illinois, setting forth the names and postoffice addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: COMPLETE CARE PAINTING, located at 1902 1st Avenue Apt. H, Sterling, IL 61081.

Dated this 1st day of September.

Dana Nelson County Clerk September 8, 15 & 22, 2020 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on September 1, 2020, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Whiteside County, Illinois, setting forth the names and postoffice addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Helping Hand, located at 109 South Benton, Tampico, IL 61283.

Dated this 1st day of September.

Dana Nelson County Clerk September 8, 15 & 22, 2020

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ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on July 20, 2020, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Whiteside County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post-office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: J-Hoshe'ah, located at 721 8th Avenue, Rock Falls, IL 61071.

Dated this 20th day of July.

Dana Nelson County Clerk September 1,8 & 15, 2020 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on September 9, 2020, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Whiteside Illinois, County, setting forth the names and postoffice addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Kim Nails Spa, located at 3215 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, IL 61081.

Dated this 9th day of September.

Dana Nelson County Clerk September 15, 22 & 29, 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given by the Board of Education of School District #6 in the County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, that a budget for said School District for fiscal year beginning July

LEGAL NOTICES 101 ye eginning y 1, 2020 will be on file and conveniently available for fo public inspection in the District Office, 300 Academic Drive, Morrison, Illinois, after 8:00 am, CSDT on the 25th day of August, 2020.

Notice is hereby given that a PUBLIC HEARING on said Budget will be held at 6:30 pm, CSDT on Wednesday, the 23rd day of September, 2020, in the Junior High High School Library in this School District #6.

Dated this 25th day of August, 2020. Board of Education of School District #6, in the County of Whiteside, State of Illinois.

Scott Vance Superintendent Morrison CUSD #6 Sept. 1,8,15,22, 2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS Caliber Home Loans, Inc. PLAINTIFF Vs. Josey Rumburg; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2020CH46 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of and Foreclosure Sale entered in the above cause on 07/31/2020, the Sheriff of Rock County, Island Illinois will on October 9, 2020 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third

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Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THAT PART OF LOT NUMBER ELEVEN (11) KUPPINGER'S SUBDIVISION OF LOTS NUMBER FIVE (5), SIX (6), SEVEN (7) AND PART OF LOT NUMBER EIGHT (8), MAHER'S GARDEN TRACTS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT NUMBER ELEVEN (11); THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT NUMBER ELEVEN (11)

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ANNUAL TREASURER'S REPORT Port Byron Township Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2020 Revenue Summary: County Taxes $12,645.56 Illinois Replacement Taxes $5,126.61 Int. C.D. Is $235.96 Ckg. Int. $24.88 SSI Reimbursement $6,733.00 Compensation Summary: Wages $3,000 and under Shirley Hollister, JoDe Walker, James McDaniel, William Gilbert, Angela Bruno and Patricia Tyler.

1. Expenditure Summary: Total Salaries $7,750.00; General/Emergency Assistance, including medical $7,547.92; River Valley Library (share of Illinois Replacement Taxes) $1,897.39; Community Development $2,121.52; and Social Security/Medicare $1,193.40. All other expenses under $1,000.

Summary of Condition: Town Fund General Assistance/ Emergency Fund Beginning Balance: $10.452.01 $ 2,177.83 Revenue 17,797.05 9,341.14* Expenditures 18,096.47 7.547.92 Ending Balances 10,634.33 3,649.70 Certificate of Deposit 11,655.47 *The increase in revenue includes SSI reimbursement in the amount of $6,733.

I, JoDe Walker, Clerk of Port Byron Township, certify that this is a true copy of the Annual Treasurer's Report for the fiscal year ending 3-31-20.

JoDe Walker, Township Clerk September 15, 2020

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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.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay assessment any and legal fees due under The Condominium Property ILCS Act, 765 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a interest common community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no recourse further against the Mortgagor, the or Mortgagee the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

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

The property will NOT be open for and inspection Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF

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AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., North 15W030 Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876.

Please refer to file number 14-20-01355.

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Main Street Commercial Property Available at a NEW Price: 100 E Main Street, Morrison, IL 61270 recently reduced in price to $25,000.

This building offers 8,618 SF with the main level currently used as office space and the second level as storage but has the potential for many different uses with great downtown “Main Street” exposure! Listed

by Ken Kophamer.

MLS #10636758 MOTIVATED SELLER!!! Call to schedule your showing now IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS Caliber Home Loans, Inc. PLAINTIFF Vs. Josey Rumburg; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2020CH46 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of and Foreclosure Sale entered in the above cause on 07/31/2020, the Sheriff of Rock County, Island Illinois will on

REAL ESTATE 200 October 9, 2020 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 0928305014 06-4632-3 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 16305 3rd Ave East Moline, IL 61244 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after pur1/1/2007, chasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay assessment any and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a interest common community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay

REAL ESTATE 200 quire pay any assessment and legal fees due under the CondoProperty minium Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. bidProspective ders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information:

SELL

those unwanted items with the help of a Classified Ad 625-3600 or 632-2554

REAL ESTATE 200 Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876.

Please refer to file number 14-20-01355.

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APARTMENTSFURNISHED 305 MORRISON 1 Bedroom apt. in Morrison.

Call 815-499-2853

MT. CARROLL Mt CarrollApplications are being accepted for the rental of 1 bedroom unfurnished apartments. The apartments are specifically designed for the independent living of serious mentally ill individuals. This housing opportunity is being made available to those individuals who comply with the requirements and regulations of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Section 8 and in compliance with the Fair Housing and Equal Housing Opportunity Act. Please contact the Residential Services Coordinator at SPF-ILMC 1126 Healthcare Drive, Mt. Carroll IL, 61053, 815-244-4200

AREA GARAGE SALES 624 FULTON GARAGE SALES 624 1202 Fowler Rd. Fri (18) Sat (19) 9-4 Everything for the Kitchen! Knick knacks, lots of Christmas items, yard tools & decorations, & More!!

1302 3rd st. Bay 6 Sept. 19th 8-4 single bed, cabinets, lamps, golf clubs, small appliances, holiday/home decor, dolls, fishing equip., Chicago Bears, Buffer/ polisher, records/ cassettes/cd's, dirt devil, tape/rope, men's 3x/ladies plus *masks are required*

WOOD / FUEL

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Better Efficiency and more heat output than traditional wood heating. Central Boiler Classic Edge Titanium HDX OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. Call Today!!

Silver Streak AG Services LLC 815-718-3414

WANT TO BUY 795 J & S Antiques 16713 IL Hwy 40 Sheffield, IL 61361 Antiques, collectbles, furniture, toys, fishing tackle, postcards, duck calls, decoys, and entire estates.

Call Greg 815-303-6173

AUCTION

SAT., SEPT. 19 10:00 AM DOROTHY KAUFMAN 12072 YAGER RD., MORRISON, IL

From Morrison: 2 ½ mi. to Yager Rd., 2 ½ mi. to sale site Please follow Covid-19 guidelines GARAGE ITEMS: DR trimmer mower; Snapper 6.75 w/ rear bagger; tillers; HOUSEHOLD: hall tree; grandmother clock; 2pc. bedroom set; combination safe; Viking sewing machine; GUN: Winchester Model 12 20ga. pump; air rifle; ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: sterling silver silverware; 2gal. Redwing; chick. water; (2) milkcans; nail kegs; pine cupboard; Crosley fridge; mantle clock; (2) trunks; rd. oak table/chairs/leaves; toys; ladies hats; drop-frt. secretary; wicker youth chair; MANY MORE ITEMS Jim Calhoun, Auctioneer 815-244-9660 IL

Lic.440000333 TERMS: Cash or check Must have photo ID to register www.calhounauction.com

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625-3600 or 632-2554