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KEEP ON TRUCKIN’

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Shawn, Chuck, and Janice Swanson (L-R) of Chuck Swanson, Inc. trucking company in Prophetstown, recently celebrated the end of one chapter and the beginning of a new one, as Shawn took the keys after Chuck’s retirement. Shawn is now the third generation business owner of the trucking company that hauls grain within a 150-mile radius. Story on page 2.

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Glimpses ........................................ 12 Church Listings..........................16,17 Classifieds ..............................18,19,20

DEATHS Arvid Housenga, Linda Vanderlaan, Audrey Stuart, Dolores ‘Dee’ Smith, Dorothy M. Johnson, Patricia “Pat” Prestley, Margaret Pessman, Robert E. Large Sr., George “Jerry” Benson, Pages 8,9

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Three generations of trucking service

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

Charles “Chuck” Swanson has a simple message for the communities he’s been working in for over six decades - thank you.

Chuck, 81, and his wife Janice officially handed over the keys to the business to his son Shawn at the beginning of the year, marking a new chapter for Chuck Swanson, Inc. trucking company, located on the outskirts of Prophetstown.

The business was started by Chuck’s parents Bert and Gladys Swanson in 1930.

Besides raising five children, they both drove their small fleet for regional deliveries.

Not long after Chuck graduated from PHS in 1957, he got his CDL and started driving for his parents.

He bought his first new truck in 1964 and continued in the family business, working with his father until he had a stroke and had to quit. That’s when Chuck took over the business, giving him 63 years behind the wheel and in the shop before retiring.

The business would eventually have 13 trucks and 22 trailers in the fleet, growing steadily every year. Their main priority for a number of years was livestock hauling, eventually transitioning to grain hauling, plus topsoil and peat from Markman in Morrison. They’ve also worked with Rock River Grain and Pioneer Seed.

“I’d like to thank all my loyal customers and farmers all through the years that we worked with and thank you to all my faithful drivers – you’ve all been good to us,” said Chuck. “Thanks for giving us a chance and I hope you stay with us.”

The secret to success has been loyalty and community connections, he continued. “If you don’t have good drivers, you don’t have a good business.” Janice agreed, chiming in “teamwork.”

Operators used to run seven days a week, making runs from Wyoming to Colorado to Montana and into the south.

Eventually, they shifted to a more regional focus, typically staying within 150-mile radius. Chuck said he’s traveled to 17 different states for deliveries, with Montana being the most beautiful, in his opinion.

But now, he’s at an age where he’s ready to retire. He credits Janice and his son Shawn for their work and commitment to the family business over the years.

Shawn, of Prophetstown, already has 30 years in the business, both as a driver and a diesel mechanic. He received his Associate’s as a Diesel Mechanic at Sauk Valley College in 1991, which is the last year they offered that degree. He spent some time working in a few diesel shops before starting to work for his dad in 1992. “I’ve been here ever since,” he said.

“Driving, repairs, and truck shows.”

Shawn is eager and ready to continue

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Shawn Swanson, new owner and operator of Chuck Swanson, Inc., trucking, stands next to one of his custom rigs that he drives and displays at trucking shows.

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Chuck Swanson looks over a newspaper article that ran in the ECHO in 2004. the family business and working with their “great customers.” He said many are 2nd and 3rd generation farmers that he knew while in high school, many who took over their family farming business. He expects everything to remain the same. “Don’t fix it if it ain’t broke,” he smiled.

Shawn, a 1988 PHS graduate, is the father of triplets Dalton, Chase, and Taylor. Dalton is already working at the shop, Chase works at Springfield Armory, and Taylor works in the medical field.

Besides the business, Shawn typically

attends 3-4 truck shows a year to show off his custom rigs, including Midwest Truckers in Peoria, the Truckers Jamboree in Walcott (he’s been showing for 20 years there), and the Premiere Truck Show in Louisville, Kentucky. He also attends a few other smaller ones, though the past year was quiet due to Covid.

As for Chuck and Janice, they hope to travel more once things start opening up but for now, they’re enjoying the rest and the fruits of their long-time labor.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

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Kevin and Karen Bos to observe 40th anniversary Galen and Deb Johnson to celebrate 50th anniversary Galen and Deb Johnson

Kevin and Karen Bos, of Geneseo, will be celebrating their 40th anniversary on Jan. 16.

Kevin Bos and Karen Damhoff were married Jan. 16, 1981, at the Newton Zion Reformed Church in Erie (where they met). The Rever-

IN BRIEF MMTA annual meeting Morrison Music Theatre Association (MMTA) announces it’s annual organization meeting. The meeting will be held at Bethesda Lutheran Church, Morrison on January 24 at 2 p.m. All current and former members are invited to attend. Social distancing and face masks will be required, and any restrictions on group size will be enforced.

The meeting will cover the current state of the organization and election of board positions.

Anyone interested in being involved in the business side of community theater please contact Eric Phend at (815)772-8236 for information. Also, take a look at our Facebook page.

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Kevin and Karen are the owners of Bos Farm Repair in Geneseo.

Their children include Amber and Curt Boelens and Aaron Bos, all of Geneseo. They have two grandchildren, Jade and Sawyer Boelens.

health as you age. Challenging activities is one way to train your brain and keep your wits fit!

The University of Illinois Extension offers a monthly online Wits Fitness Brain Exercises Classes. Join Extension Educator Karla Belzer as she virtually leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory. The monthly classes are held on the fourth Monday each month on Zoom from 10 to 11 a.m.

Class dates for 2021 are: January 25, February 22, March 22, April 26, May 24, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, and November 22.

Each monthly class is free and open to the public and participants are welcome to join the class at any time!

Registration is required to join as log on information will be emailed to each participant. For more information or to register, visit go.illinois.edu/witsfitnessonline or call 815-632-3611.

Galen and Deb Johnson of Morrison are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

Galen Johnson and Deb VanderLeest were married at the First United Methodist Church in Lyndon on Jan. 15, 1971.

They have two children, Chris (Lisa) Johnson of Sterling and Andrea (Ryan) Pritchard of Moline.

They also have five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Congratulations Mom and Dad! We love you!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Regina Keith to mark 100th birthday Jan. 20

Regina Keith will celebrate her 100th birthday with a card shower.

Regina was born on Jan. 20, 1921 in Whiteside County.

She married Edward Keith in December 1942 and together they raised five children. Eddie passed away in 2004.

Her children are the late Dora Mae (Roger) Wunderlin, LaVerne (Sandi) Keith, Gary (Margaret) Keith, Diane O’Brien (Ben) and Bob (Carla) Keith. She has many grandchildren and great-grandchildren who adore her.

Regina resides at Windsor Manor and is a member of St. Mary’s Church in Morrison.

If you wish, please send a birthday card in celebration to: Regina Keith, 403 Scenic St., Rm 210, Morrison, IL 61270.

Regina Keith was born on Jan. 20, 1921

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SHAW MEDIA NEWS

Heintzelman publisher of Sauk Valley publications Jennifer Heintzelman has been ing our audience through local journamed publisher of Shaw Media’s Sauk nalism and connecting our business Valley-based products, including the community with their clients,” HeintTelegraph and Daily Gazette, as well zelman said. “I’m incredibly proud to as Ogle County Newspapers, The Praiwork with a group of talented profesrie Advocate, Whiteside News Publisionals and look forward to the jourcations, saukvalley.com and dozens of ney ahead for our team.” niche magazines.

Don Bricker, Shaw Media chief She was previously general manager operating officer, previously held the of those titles. publisher title for the Sauk Valley Heintzelman has spent 26 years in the operations now being served by Heintmedia industry at newspapers across zelman. northern Illinois, the last 14 years at Jennifer Heintzelman “Jennifer is a valued leader withShaw Media. in our company and the community,” “The staff in Sauk Valley is committed to serv- Bricker said. “I look forward to continuing our

work together to bring the strongest possible local news and marketing services to the Sauk Valley and northwestern Illinois communities we serve.”

Heintzelman is passionate about giving back and serving the community. She currently serves on the board of directors of United Way of Lee County, Dixon Chamber of Commerce and Main Street, Dixon Rotary Club and the Sauk Valley CEO. She is also a member of the Illinois Press Association Advertising/Marketing Committee.

Heintzelman and her husband Jeff reside in Dixon. They have a blended family of seven children and four dogs.

MEDICAL NEWS

MercyOne welcomes back Cardiologist Ali Albaghdadi MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is pleased to announce and welcome back interventional cardiologist Ali Albaghdadi, MD, effective Jan. 1.

Albaghdadi is board certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular disease and internal medicine.

He received his undergraduate degree from Loyola University in Chicago, and his medical degree from Rosalind Franklin School of Medicine/Chicago Medical School.

He is fellowship-trained in interventional cardiology and cardiovascular medicine from the University

of Iowa and in heart failure from Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn. Ali completed his residency in internal medicine at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.

Prior to his most recent position as a staff physician in the department of cardiology at Monroe Clinic in Monroe, Wisconsin, he was a staff physician in the department of cardiology at Medical Associates in Clinton.

He served as director of Medical Associates Outpatient Heart Center (2018), director of cardiac rehabil-

itation services (2013 – 2018) and director of cardiovascular services and cardiac catheterization laboratory (2010 – 2013), both at MercyOne Clinton.

“We are very pleased to welcome Dr. Ali and his family back to MercyOne and the Clinton community,” said Ryan Grekoff, senior vice president, MercyOne Medical Group – Clinton. “Dr. Ali’s dedication, knowledge and expertise will serve our community well.”

Albaghdadi is currently accepting new patients, at Clinton North Health Plaza, call 563-519-1844.

Ali Albaghdadi, MD

COVID-19 UPDATE

Whiteside announces 13 new COVID-19 cases

BY ERIC INGLES

eingles@shawmedia.com Whiteside County announced 13 new COVID-19 cases and five recoveries on Sunday.

The new cases involve one person under 20, two in their 20s, one in their 40s, five in their 50s, three in their 60s and one in their 70s.

Lee, Ogle and Carroll counties did not report updated statistics on Sunday.

Whiteside County has had 5,217 cases, 4,638 recoveries and 133 deaths. Lee County has had 2,641 cases, 2,182 recoveries and 53 deaths.

Ogle County has had 4,313 cases, 3,642 recoveries and 55 deaths. Carroll County has had 1,357 cases, 1,305 recoveries and 30 deaths.

The North region (Boone, Carroll, DeKalb, Jo Daviess, Lee, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside and Winnebago counties) has seen 11 consecutive

days under the 12% positivity rate.

The region’s positivity rate decreased to 10.1%.

Currently, 25% of medical/surgical beds are available and 21.2% of ICU beds.

The region has 11 consecutive days above the

20% threshold for ICU bed availability, and 11 consecutive days above the 20% threshold for medical/surgical bed availability.

Within this region, DeKalb County’s positivity rate decreased to 12.8%, Lee County’s rate increased slightly to 3.2%, and Whiteside County’s rate decreased to 9.7%.

Finally, within this region, there are 34 available, staffed ICU beds out of 179 total, and 255 ventilators out of 343 available.

The Illinois Department of Public Health announced 4,711 new cases Sunday as well as 81 deaths. There have been 1,028,750 cases and 17,574 deaths statewide.

Sterling has had 16,073 tests and 1,918 cases.

Rock Falls has had 7,729 tests and 1,125 cases.

Dixon has had 29,236 tests and 1,933 cases.

Rochelle has had 9,388 tests and 1,410 cases.

ODELL LIBRARY - MORRISON

BY GILLIAN LARSON AND KRYSTA MAPES Odell Public Library

Odell Public Library has a wonderful young adult reading section. However, in early 2020, we noticed that there was a lack of current realistic fictional stories that could enlighten young patrons on racial, political and identity issues.

We researched recent publications and compiled a long list of diverse books our youth could explore.

These new books at Odell deal with themes such as racial identity and inequality, various marginalized religions, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ representation.

In order to properly educate our youth on what is happening in our world, Odell as a library needed to provide fictional stories with representative characters and inclusive concepts.

It is extraordinarily important for these groups of individuals to have voices; not just in the news and visual media outlets, but in our books.

Literary characters can be just as powerful and impactful to children as living role models, and can provide a friend to those who need one.

We want to provide a well-rounded section with books every young adult can relate to and learn from. With the money that Friends of Odell has generously raised, Odell purchased 246 items so far, 79 of those titles being for our young adult section.

For the past few years, we have slowly been making improvements throughout Odell to make

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The new and improve young adult reading section at Odell LIbrary in Morrison.

the space more friendly for all age groups. We started with the youngest group of children coming into the library and have been working our way up and we have finally reached our young adult section.

With the 79 new titles and a new location for the young adult section, a space has been created to come and hangout (after things open back up, of course).

Though there are more improvements that we hope to see in our library this is a good start to improve the variety of reading material and space for our young adults.

To come up with the 79 new titles, we received

input from young adults within our community and from our very own young adults at Odell.

With their input, we have a variety of new titles coming to Odell.

These titles will cover themes that are relevant to the experiences that teens are having to face in today’s society.

There will also be titles that will be graphic novels (some of these being manga). Within these graphic novels we have included classic adaptations such as, The Odyssey, Wuthering Heights, and Anne Frank’s Diary.

We are so excited to see all of these new editions to our library collection and know that there will be something for any young adult reader within these new titles.

Beginning in 2021, Odell Public Library will be releasing an original podcast, entitled Between the Stacks!

This podcast is hosted by librarians Emily Lenore, Gillian Larson, and Krysta Mapes. We will be discussing new releases, spotlight library sections, talk with your favorite Odell librarians, and everything going on at the library.

We will also be covering events in Morrison and talking with leaders in the community.

You can find this podcast at Anchor- https:// anchor.fm/betweenthestacks.

You can also find this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

If you would like to ask a question or be featured in an episode, please email us at ask.odell. library@gmail.com.

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AGRI-BUSINESS NEWS

CRP general signup now until Feb. 12 Agricultural producers and private landowners interested in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) can sign up for the popular program beginning on Jan. 4 until Feb. 12. The competitive program, administered by USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), provides annual rental payments for land devoted to conservation purposes.

“This signup for the Conservation Reserve Program gives producers and landowners an opportunity to enroll for the first time or continue their participation for another term,” FSA Illinois State Executive Director, William Graff said. “This program encourages conservation on sensitive lands or low-yielding acres, which provides tremendous benefits for stewardship of our natural resources and wildlife.”

Through CRP, farmers and ranchers establish long-term, resource-conserving plant species, such as approved grasses or trees, to control soil erosion, improve water quality and enhance wildlife habitat on cropland. Farmers and ranchers who participate in CRP help provide numerous benefits to their local region and the nation’s environment

and economy. CRP general signup is held annually and is competitive; general signup includes increased opportunities for wildlife habitat enrollment through the State Acres For Wildlife Enhancement (SAFE) initiative.

New cropland offered in the program must have been planted for four out of six crop years from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, producers with land already enrolled but expiring on Sept. 30, can re-enroll this year.

The acreage offered by producers and landowners is evaluated competitively; accepted offers will begin Oct. 1.

The program marked its 35-year anniversary in December 2020. Program successes include: Preventing more than 9 billion tons of soil from eroding, which is enough soil to fill 600 million dump trucks.

Reducing nitrogen and phosphorous runoff relative to annually tilled cropland by 95% and 85%, respectively.

Sequestering an annual average of 49 million tons of greenhouse gases, equal to taking 9 million cars off the road.

Creating more than 3 million acres of restored wetlands while protecting more than 175,000 stream miles with riparian forest and grass buffers, which is enough to go around the world seven times.

Benefiting bees and other pollinators and increasing populations of ducks, pheasants, turkey, bobwhite quail, prairie chickens, grasshopper sparrows, and many other birds.

All USDA Service Centers are open for business, including those that restrict in-person visits or require appointments. All Service Center visitors wishing to conduct business with FSA, Natural Resources Conservation Service or any other Service Center agency should call ahead and schedule an appointment.

Service Centers that are open for appointments will pre-screen visitors based on health concerns or recent travel, and visitors must adhere to social distancing guidelines. Visitors are also required to wear a face covering during their appointment. Our program delivery staff will continue to work with our producers by phone, email, and using online tools.

More information can be found at farmers.gov/coronavirus.

IN BRIEF Anhydrous safety training now available online The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is offering online training to help growers and grower farm operators who handle anhydrous ammonia fulfill a new state safety certification requirement. IDOA began offering the free online training Jan. 1.

Illinois Farm Bureau worked with IDOA to offer online training on the IDOA website at no cost to growers or grower farm operators. IFB launched an information campaign with county Farm Bureaus to raise awareness of the new safety training requirement and available online training.

Individuals may access the training program by a link posted on IDOA’s homepage. They will be directed to a portal with step-by-step instructions to create a user account and view the training.

By completing the training, growers and grower farm operators will be certified to understand ammonia properties, safe operating practices, appropriate actions needed in cases of a leak or emergency, transportation safety and the necessary personal protective equipment and first aid.

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EP PANTHERS

Michael Carlson Coaches Award

Logan Wunderlich Low 9-Hole Score (37) Low 18-Hole Score (77) 2nd Team All-Conference

Bryce Rosenow Sectional Qualifier

Dawson Haggard Most Birgles (7-birdies, 1-eagle) 2nd Team All-Conference

Koby Brooks Most Improved

RIVERDALE RAMS

R.A.M.S. Award winners

Mattea Wuest

Rylee Clark

Winners of the R.A.M.S. (Respect, Attitude, Motivate, Success) Awards for the first quarter of the 2020-21 school year at Riverdale High School have been announced.

The selection is based on no unexcused absences, no tardies, only A’s and B’s for the quarter, no more than two excused absences, no discipline referrals, and no library fines.

The faculty and staff make the recommendations and vote on the final winners.

Congratulations to first quarter R.A.M.S. AWARD winners Mattea Wuest, freshman; Rylee Clark, sophomore; Sarah Prigge, junior; and Brooklyn Smyser, senior.

Sarah Prigge

Brooklyn Smyser

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OBITUARIES AUDREY STUART MORRISON – Audrey Stuart, 87, of Morrison, died Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at MercyOne Medical Center, in Clinton, Iowa.

There will be a private visitation and funeral service at the Morrison chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, with Rev. Calvin Haines, Jr. of Morrison United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison.

A memorial to the Morrison United Methodist Church has been established.

Audrey was born Oct. 7, 1933 in Morrison to Edward and Anna (Beswick) Wells. She was educated in the Greenwood School in rural Whiteside County, and was a graduate of Morrison High School. On Feb. 27, 1953 she married Harvey W. Stuart in Fairhaven; he died March 25, 2001.

Audrey lived her entire life on her parents’ farm, later farming alongside her husband, Harvey, and raising their two sons. She was a member of the Morrison United Methodist Church. Audrey loved animals, especially her cats and her beloved dog, Cassie. She enjoyed being outdoors, planting flowers and helping on the farm.

Survivors include one son, Randy (Pat) Stuart of Gainesville, Florida; and a lifelong dear friend, Donna Bierman.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey and one son, David Stuart.

To send online condolences go to www.bosmarenkes.com

DOLORES ‘DEE’ SMITH NAPERVILLE – Dolores “Dee” Smith, age 82, formerly of Prophetstown, passed away on December 26, 2020 at St. Patrick’s Residence in Naperville.

She was born Feb. 17, 1938 in Michigan. Dee moved to Prophetstown, where she worked as a CNA at Winning Wheels.

There, she meant her good friend Jim, and they lived together in Prophetstown and Sterling.

Dee is survived by her sister, Mary Ann (James) Jackson’ and several nieces and nephews. Dee is also survived by her extended family, Barb and Lee, Debbie, Ed, Kristen and Jimmy, Laura, Jeff, Karly and Andy. She also leaves many special friends, Esther and Jim, Vicky

and Judy.

Dee was preceded in death by her parents Harold and Harriett Sherwood; her good friend James Van Huis; and several faithful animals.

Dee dedicated her life to serving others. She loved to decorate for every holiday and brought joy to so many people. She attended the First Church of the Nazarene where she gave her heart to Christ and volunteered at Helping Hands.

Her final words were “God bless all those I love and leave behind. Also, thanks for my favorite place to be besides church - the Rock Falls library.”

Cremation rites have been accorded. rrangements were completed by the McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Online condolences may be sent to www.mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com

DOROTHY M. JOHNSON MORRISON – Dorothy M. Johnson, 81, of Pleasant View Home in Morrison, died December 27, 2020 at Pleasant View.

A private family visitation and funeral service were held at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison The Morrison chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Interment was at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison.

A memorial to the American Cancer Society has been established.

Dorothy was born Dec. 16, 1939, in Fulton, to Peter and Florence (Geerts) VanderVinne. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County grade schools, and was a graduate of Morrison High School.

On Feb. 6, 1959 she married David Vanderlaan in Fulton. She later married Neil B. Johnson on Dec. 31, 1997 in Mt. Carroll. Neil died on Oct. 27, 2012. Dorothy was first employed by Vend-O-Mack in Morrison, and later by Climco Coils in Morrison.

She was a member of Ebenezer Reformed Church. Dorothy liked outdoor activities including yard work, flower gardening and bird watching. She enjoyed bowling and spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include one daughter, Dawn (Scott) Meurs of Morrison; three sons, Dale (Michelle) Vanderlaan of Oak Park, Doug (Renee) Vanderlaan of Morrison and Darwin (Lisa) Vanderlaan of Morrison; a stepdaughter, Audra Johnson of Madison, Wisconsin; a stepson, Wade (Cindy) Johnson of Rockford; eight

grandchildren, Stacy (Elliot) Worth, Cassandra (Maxwell Leib) Meurs, Grant and Beau Vanderlaan, Hanah (Bobby) Mathius, Benjamin Vanderlaan, Samantha (Nick) Volckmann and Cody Vanderlaan; two stepgrandchildren, Taylor and Julie Johnson; and one sister, Ruth Balk of Pella, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Neil; one granddaughter, Amanda Conerly; three sisters, Pauline Pruis, Frances Houzenga and Louise Bielema; and one brother, Maurice VanderVinne.

To send online condolences, go to www.bosmarenkes.com

GEORGE ‘JERRY’ BENSON HILLSDALE – George “Jerry” Benson, age 75, of Hillsdale, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Genesis Medical Center, East Rusholme Street, Davenport, Iowa.

Private family funeral services will be held Wednesday morning, Jan. 13 at Gibson – Bode Funeral Home, Port Byron. Friends are invited to attend the graveside committal service in Bethesda Cemetery, Hillsdale, at 12:15 p.m.

Wednesday. Please wear face coverings and observe social distancing.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society.

George was born on Dec. 19, 1945 in Chicago. He married Bonnie Oney on May 27, 1967. He worked at the East Moline John Deere Harvester Works for 45 years and was a proud member of United Auto Workers local 865. He enjoyed his time outside working on the lawn, taking his grandchildren fishing and helping his neighbors.

George is survived by his wife Bonnie; children, Jeremy of Princeville, IL, and Brooke of Hillsdale; and grandchildren, Kyle, Brandie, Jeremiah, Luke, Matthew, Logan, Eli and Bane.

He was preceded in death by his son Josh and his granddaughter Meggan.

Share a memory or condolence at www. gibsonbodefh.com

LINDA K. VANDERLAAN MORRISON – Linda K. Vanderlaan, 74, of Morrison, died Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Pleasant View Home in Morrison.

A private family service will be at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison.

Interment will be at Grove Hill Cemetery

in Morrison.

Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison handled arrangements.

Patricia J. ‘Pat’ Prestley

CLINTON, Iowa – Patricia J. “Pat” Prestley, 83, of Clinton, Iowa, formerly of Morrison, died Saturday, January 9, 2021, at her daughter’s home.

A public graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison with Pastor Polly Klimson officiating.

A private family visitation will be held at the Morrison chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral home. The family will have a celebration of life at a later date.

Robert E. Large Sr.

ERIE – Robert Earl Large Sr., 61, of Erie, died Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Allure of Prophetstown.

A public visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, at Gibson-Bode Funeral Home, Erie. Face coverings are recommended and social distancing will be observed. There will be no services at this time.

Memorials may be made to the family.

Robert was born January 29, 1959 in Springfield, Illinois, the son of Marvin and Carol (Matheny) Large.

He graduated from Erie High School in 1978 and married Ruby Hazel Ballard at the Erie Nazarene Church on March 11, 1978. Robert worked at a variety of jobs including driving truck for Portland Trucking, Exelon Nuclear, FS, and most recently as a CNA at Good Samaritan Home in Prophetstown.

He enjoyed fishing and the outdoors, working on cars, and loved to be the “Boss” at home. He was always telling “Dad jokes” and loved his grandkids.

Robert is survived by his wife, Ruby; mother, Carol Large of Erie; children, Shauna Marie (Wesley) Marshall of Erie, Robert Earl Large Jr, (Lisa) of Lyndon, Joshua Dale Large (Tillie Bullock) of Luka; siblings, Sherry Zickert of Silvis, Pat Kennedy of Arlington Heights, and Brian Large of Prophetstown; and grandchildren, Blaze Marshall, Nathan Large, Samantha Large, Hunter Large, Slayden Bullock, Lilly Bullock, and Robert Riley.

He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Large.

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FULTON – Arvid Housenga, 74, of Fulton, died Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at Windsor Manor in Morrison.

A public graveside service was held on Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, at Fulton Township Cemetery in Fulton. A private family visitation was held at Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, Fulton.

MARGARET PESSMAN FULTON – Margaret Pessman, 80, of Fulton, died Thursday, December 31, 2020, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling.

Her funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, at Emmanuel Reformed Church in Morrison, with Rev. Luke Schouten, pastor of Emmanuel Reformed Church, officiating.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 15, at Emmanuel Reformed Church. Following COVID-19 regulations, social distancing and face masks will be required.

The Fulton chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Interment will be at Fulton Township Cemetery in Fulton.

PHS releases 1st semester honor roll Prophetstown High School has released it’s first semester honor roll.

Academic Excellence

Owen Farral, Ella Brooks, Corey Barnes, Braiden Brooks, Brooke Lalley, Elizabeth Hinton, Emily Brooks, Avery Olinger, Emma Megli, Samantha Celestino, Olivia Purvis, Alexis Miniel, Mackenzie Glassburn, Sydney Schwartz, Caleb Naftzger, Sydney Minssen, and Adysson Scott.

High Honors

Gabriella Abell, Jenna Gibson, Kaitlyn Adams, Koby Brooks, Kennedy Buck, Hunter Harms, Dutch

COLLEGE NEWS Steel named to Dean’s List Culver-Stockton College recently recognized 201 students on its dean’s list for academic achievement during the fall 2020 semester.

Calisa Steel of Erie, was named to the list.

Students on the dean’s list have

Crady, Alexandria Cannavo, Caden Sutton, Sarii Kochevar, Connor Poff, Victoria Donaldson, Jackson Minssen, Dominique Robinson, Natalie Fajardo, Jaiden Oleson, Ωonnor Sibley, Rubey Gallentine, Brinley Tucker, Laura Gibson, Maxon Vahle, Fiona Huffstutler, and Ashton Meier.

Honors

Anthony Ballard, Hunter Bruketta, Kylie Barron, Keegan Behrens, Frank Drennan, Jase Grunder, Benjamin Lantz, Dawson Haggard, Easton Forward, William Johnson, Josephine Pollock, Tiffany Jurgle, Reagan Sibley, Mekenzie Loechel, Naudia Ritemon, Irial Little,

earned between a 3.5 and 3.99 grade point average and were enrolled in a minimum of 12 hours with no grade lower than a C.

Newton on Dean’s List Carl Sandburg College has named Madison Newton, Erie, as qualified for

Tyson Sibley, Hailey Lucas, Kyle Skromme, Emily McElhiney, Jessica Weidman, Aaron Raser, Tinley Wetell, Brody Naftzger, Allyson Wisely, Corrie Remley, and Kaylin Woodyatt.

Scholastic Recognition

Charles Link, Cydney Davis, Jack Clary, Ashtynn Forward, Jaiden Orr, Phoebe DeNeve, Thomas Fajardo, Jacob Jensen, Madison Henkelman, Cheyanne Simmer, Gavin Olinger, Madison Lackas, Sabrina Soleta, Lucca Sweetser, Mercedes Pratt, Cheyenne Wiemken, Paxton Schultz, and James Smith.

the dean’s list for the 2020 fall semester.

To qualify for the dean’s list, a student must be enrolled full-time (at least 12 credit hours) and earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale).

To qualify for the honors list, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49.

COOKIE TIME!

Girl Scout cookies now for sale online NORTHERN ILLINOIS – Girl Scouts have set-up their cookie websites and are marketing their products and selling Girl Scout Cookies online for the Early Bird Online Only part of the annual Girl Scout Cookie Program.

Girls also may choose to take cookie orders safely in-person from

January 6–30. The $5 per box flavors are Thin Mints (vegan!), Samoas, Tagalongs, Do-si-dos, Trefoils, S’mores, and Toffee-tastics (gluten free, too). Girls can accept orders safely in-person or through Digital Cookie 7.0.

This digital platform allows girls to take electronic orders for cookies.

Customers can order and pay for cookies online and have the option to have the cookies shipped directly to them, have a Girl Scout offer contactless delivery of cookies to their door, or donate cookies.

Go to girlscoutsni.org/buycookies to order cookies or for more information.

SAUK NEWS

SVCC Community Education Virtual Bakery SVCC Community Education invites the public to a virtual tour of Milwaukee ethnic bakeries on February 16 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Enjoy a new experience with SVCC’s Community Education Department and travel virtually to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to sample sweet treats from Milwaukee’s ethnic bakeries! Enjoy

pastries from authentic Italian, German, Danish, Mexican and French bakeries. Learn more through a virtual interactive 90-minute discussion about Milwaukee’s immigrant past and a chance to meet the makers behind the treats in the Bakery Bus in a Box. Participants can expect sam-

ples such as:half-pound box of goodies from Peter Sciortino’s Bakery, a mini Three King’s Cake from La Flor de Trigo, a dozen of National Bakery’s famous German pecan fingers, and homemade, hand-dipped chocolates from Ultimate Confections.

Deadline to register is February 8. This virtual tour is $79 per

box, which includes the samples, shipping, and tour guide gratuity. Bakery Boxes will be mailed directly to participants to enjoy on February 16 during the virtual discussion.

For more information, or to register, please visit svcc.edu/ trips or email brenda.helms@ svcc.edu.

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10 Scenes of Winter

ABOVE LEFT: Jovie, 11, and Haken, 7, Patton slide down the sledding hill at Morrison Rockwood State Park on Sunday. The brother and sister team had plenty of fun on the hill as their dad watched. ABOVE: Cattle graze in a cornfield between Prophetstown and Morrison on Sunday. LEFT: A family enjoys Sunday afternoon ice fishing on the lake at Morrison Rockwood State Park. Several anglers were trying their luck with one saying the depth of the ice was between 6-8 inches.

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MORRISON HIGH SCHOOL

“Building Lasting Impressions that Never Die” What types of activities are you involved in at Morrison High School?

I am involved in volleyball, softball, and student council.

What are your hobbies outside of school?

My hobbies outside of school include working and walking/ working out.

How would you describe your leadership style?

I feel I am helpful; if someone needs to get somewhere or do something, I am there to help.

What has BLIND meant to you?

BLIND has helped me a lot through high school. From freshman year to becoming a BLIND leader, I’ve learned a lot.

Whether it’s asking for help or being able to be there for another student or friend, it’s taught me many things.

What is one fun fact about you?

A fun fact about me is my sister Gracyn and I are only 10 months apart.

What have you learned from this pandemic?

I have learned from this pandemic to not take social interaction for granted.

Jaicee Schmidt, B.L.I.N.D. Leader

Two Morrison High School seniors signed Letters of Intent to play for the Duhawks at Loras College in Dubuque, IA. TOP PHOTO: Nathan Helms, son of Laurie and Brock Helms, signed his Letter of Intent. As a member of the Loras Duhawks, Helms will compete under Head Coach Steve Helminiak (Football) and Carl Tebon (Baseball) in the American Rivers Conference (D lll). BOTTOM PHOTO: Tyson Smith, son of Kelly and Jeff Smith, signed his Letter of Intent. Smith will compete under Head Coach Steve Helminiak (Football), in the American Rivers Conference (Dlll).

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GLIMPSES OF THE PAST - FULTON

1961: Two qualify for office of Justice of the Peace 60 Years January 12, 1961

Two candidates have qualified for the office of Justice of the Peace of the newly formed District No. 5, which includes Fulton, Albany, Garden Plain and Newton Townships.

Robert Lockhart of Fulton and Keith Higgins of Albany are the candidates. Edward Loftus is a candidate for constable of the new District No. 5. He has served as constable of Fulton Township for a number of years.

Mr. and Mrs. Harold Thompson went to Springfield to attend the inauguration ceremonies and inaugural ball for Otto Kerner, the newly elected Democratic governor of Illinois. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jahn, Thomas M. Hand, Thomas J. Hand and Richard Lawrence also witnessed the inauguration. Mr. Thompson also received an invitation for the inaugural ceremonies in Washington. D. C. for John Fitzgerald Kennedy as he becomes 35th president. They are not planning to go to Washington.

50 Years January 13, 1971

Martin Merema, partner of Merema Bros., returned from a 10 day business and pleasure trip to Costa

del Sol, a vacation area in southern Spain. He was among Massey-Ferguson dealers of the Northeast Region who had the opportunity to go on the trip.

The Fulton Public Library board of trustees met and authorized the treasurer to pay the remaining $1,000 due on a loan made five years ago when extensive remodeling of the library was completed.

40 Years January 14, 1981

Karen Trichardt, Third Ward alderman, will not seek re-election in the upcoming city election. Vernon Temple, alderman in the First Ward, will not seek re-election.

Harold Huizenga, alderman in the Second Ward, is undecided. Mayor Warren Wiersema announced he will not seek re-election. City Clerk, Lavonne Huizenga, will run, and Garry Medema, City Treasurer, is undecided.

Tom Kamm, Fulton Public Works Director, says work is progressing rapidly on a city park at the east end of town. The park is located between Fourteenth Avenue and Tenth Avenue on the west side of Route 84.

January 9, 1991

Megan Leah Vall who was born on January 2, at 12:25 p.m. is Fulton’s first baby of 1991. Her parents are Dennis and Shelly Vall and she also has two brothers Robert and Andrew. She was born in the University Hospital in Iowa City and weighed seven pounds, 14 ounces and was 20 ½ inches long.

Illinois Student Assistance Commission announced the 1991-92 Illinois State Scholars. Six of the scholars include students from Fulton High School. They include: Jason Rennecker, Dan Myers, Matt Newberg, August Johnson, Jennie Heldt and Coral Flikkema.

20 Years January 10, 2001

30 Years

Five members of the Fulton wrestling squad earned medalist honors at the Polo invitational. This helped the Steamers to a sixth-place finish in a 14-team field that featured some of the finest teams and individuals in northwest Illinois. They include Evan McCallister, Nich Hinrichs, Josh Sides, Seth Spooner and Joe Pence.

Fulton residents taking out petitions for Alderman positions in the upcoming Municipal Elec-

to Aaron R. and Julie A. Gonzalez, 8801 Winter St., Rock Falls, $193,000.

• Eugene G. Frump heirs, Jeani Boyungs, Douglas and Andrew Frump, Gayle Wright, and Joel, Nicolas and Charles Rozhon III to Greg Woessner, 613 15th Ave., Rock Falls, $27,500.

• Mark P. and Rebekah E. Winkelman to Michael L. and Margery A. Winkelman, 703 N. Genesee St., Morrison, $162,500.

• Mmxix Capital Inc. to Pitg LLC, 1900 W. LeFevre Road, Sterling, $400,000.

• Yvonne Jensen, Cheryl Travis, and Delores, Darwin, Jerry, Roger and Daryl Stuart to Tamara L. Edfors and Charlene K. and Todd A. Klavenga, 8291 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, $70,000.

• Derek M. and Sara Venhuizen to Renee L. Snodgrass, 1108 13th Ave., Fulton, $115,000.

• Jodi A. Spurling to David Jon Deweerdt, 3781 Balk Road, Fulton, $128,000.

• Kenneth W., Jon R. and Martha J. Kophamer to Thomas and Melissa Williams, two parcels on Lyndon Road,

Morrison, $164,500.

• Jennifer M. Davilo to Jesus Lagunas, 1513 E. 16th St., Sterling, $107,500.

• Tommie A. Houzenga to Timothy A. and Jessie M. Houzenga, 13496 Deer Trace Drive, Morrison, $250,000.

• Amy S. Wang to Nathan P. Jacobs, 412 W. 10th St., Sterling, $14,500.

• Jason J. Wang to Jason P. Jacobs, 412 W. 10th St., Sterling, $14,500.

• Suzy J. Wang to Nathan P. Jacobs, 412 W. 10th St., Sterling, $29,000.

• Robert and Christiane M. Wiemken to Michael J. and Haylie L. Zolli, 4611 Austin Road, Sterling, $395,000.

• Robert J. Mayer to Chance Rodman and Rebecca Hendley, 1114 W. 19th St., Sterling, $231,000.

• Tracy D. Roots to Cindy Schueler and Linda L. Roots, 601 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, $80,000.

• Kyle A. and Elizabeth M. Miller to Lucas R. Pierceson and Olivia S. Hohenboken, 307 Lafayette St., Prophetstown, $35,000.

• Hasmukh P. and Jyotsana H. Shah to Steve Braasch, 123 S. Main St., Tampico,

tion include Harlan Wiebenga, Bill Loerop and Tom Jones, all for Fourth Ward Alderman and Kevin Heun for Third Ward alderman.

Offices that expire within the City of Fulton are Mayor, City Clerk, and one Council Member from each of the First, Second and Third Wards.

10 Years January 12, 2011

Harbor Crest Home is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Director of Nurses Marie Johnson. Marie is no stranger to Harbor Crest. She worked as a nurse for five and a half years and served a three-year term on the Harbor Crest Board of Directors.

Speech and Drama Team did well at Lena-Winslow. Lydia Bilyeu placed 2nd in Extemporaneous Speaking and 4th in Oratorical Declamation. Kristen Field placed 2nd in Radio Speaking. Cody Houzenga placed 2nd in Oratorical Declamation. Emily Knight placed 6th in Informative Speaking. On the novice level Shelby Smith placed 3rd in Dramatic Interpretation, Krista Temple placed 3rd in Prose Reading and 6th in Poetry Reading and Emily Knight placed 4th in Radio Speaking.

PROPERTY TRANSFERS Whiteside County property transfers recorded the week of Dec. 28Jan. 1: Warranty deeds • Blaine R. and Erin M. Allen to Thomas R. and Jennifer L. Vanbuer, 805 Sixth Ave., Fulton, $85,000.

• Prophetstown Development LLC to Rose Ella and Garett O. Plumley, one parcel on Prairie Park Drive, Prophetstown, $15,000.

• Larry and Marcia Ybarra and Marley Sports LLC to Harkness Enterprises Inc., 505 W. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, $425,000.

• Kent A. Wasson to Allison Thayer, 1116 Arland St., Rock Falls, $64,000.

• Jacob and Kathryn Lipka to Miroslaw W. Gerka, 211 W. 18th St., Rock Falls, $83,000.

• Rebecca J. Dieterle, Shirley A. Pearson and Claudette L. Eddy to Jonathon Joseph Rightious and Jodi Lynn Elizabeth Reifsteck, 3805 22nd Ave., Sterling, $175,000.

• Jinni Waller to Tanner L. Mackey, 707 Sixth Ave., Sterling, $76,000.

• Christina A. Lutz, formerly Haan,

$18,000.

• Willard E. Baldwin heirs, Billieann Dornbush, Kimberly M. Maynard, Shawna L. Vervynck, and John E., Joseph E., Joshua J., and James R. Baldwin to Annette M. Hicks, 614 Dixon Ave., Rock Falls, $50,000.

• Raymond L. and Maria R. Larkey to James Hoffman, 1011 Sixth Ave., Sterling, $64,000.

• Janice M. Lamb to Jimmy L. and Kay L. Bielema, 6736 Indian Hills Drive, Fulton, $320,000.

• Mitchell G. and Emily A. Heitman to Jacob and Kelly Bramm, 3901 19th Ave., Sterling, $240,000.

• Gloria J. Panice to John T. and Barbara G. Sigel, 1206 Holland Drive, Rock Falls, $130,000.

• Cynthia J. Kusk to Katie C. Whitehead, 903 E. 19th St., Sterling, $110,000.

• Clay D. and Sarah L. Hadley, formerly Kapp to Alan W. and Nicole A. Lewis, 15859 Lakeside Drive, Sterling, $215,000.

See PROPERTY TRANSFERS, Page 13

TOP HONORS

Brennon Kavanagh, a senior at West Carroll High School in Savanna, has been awarded top honors in the Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual Young Artist Auditions.

Kavanagh won the auditions with a performance of the Concerto for Tenor Saxophone and Orchestra by American composer Robert Ward.

In addition to the $250 in prize money from the Symphony,the honoree is usually given the opportunity to perform their solo piece with the orchestra on one of their concerts. With the Symphony on hiatus due to thepandemic, that may not be

possible this time.

Brennon is the son of Timothy and Kyong Cavanagh, and has been a saxophone student of Emily Bressler since 5th grade. He has been a regular participant in regional honor bands throughout his school years, and for the past two years has been selected for the Illinois All-State Concert Band.

He is enlisted in the Illinois Army National Guard as amusician in the 144th Army Band, and will attend a 10-week training at the Army School of Music in Virginia Beach, VA, this summer.

The Young Artist Audition program also awarded honorable mention status to violinist Clara Ashdown of Fenton, and to clarinetist AubreyCharles of Mt. Carroll. Each will receive a monetary award as well as counsel, suggestions, and encouragement from the panel of judges from the Symphony.

The auditions are held each January, and open to any high school musician in the Symphony’s service area. This is the Symphony’s 67th year, and the auditions have been a service to music education in the area for much of that time.

Brennon Kavanagh

YOUR HEALTH

COVID variant virus transmission concerns

By Stephen D. Harrison, M.D.

By this time most people have heard of the COVID variant virus and may have concerns about how this may change the impact after we have struggled for the past year on how to manage the original virus.

First we need to recognize that all

viruses mutate on a regular basis.

The amount of mutations is generally low in the course of a month.

What is exceptional about the variant COVID virus is the accelerated number of mutations that are occurring in the course of a month which has some experts concerned about the transmission.

Indeed the transmission in the United Kingdom has been more rapid with the variant virus than with original. That is the bad news.

The good news is the variant virus is not more deadly nor does it have any more complications than the original. In addition, it would appear that people who have had the original are

not likely going to get the variant virus. Also, the vaccine appears to be affective for both strains as well as others that might be closely related.

The same precautions of sanitation, masking and social distancing will likely be effective here where and when they are employed for the variant virus.

• Sharon K. Heater and Justin A. McCarty to Sharon K. Heater and Logan Fuller, 209 W. 12th St., Rock Falls, $0.

• Patricia L. Pell to Krista J. and James Driscoll III, 10690 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, $170,000.

• Margaret L. and Arnulfo H. Castillo to Anthony Castillo, 502 W. Seventh St., Sterling, $0.

• Brian M. Northrup to Debra L. Northrup, one parcel on Winter St., Rock Falls, $0.

• Jessica L. Craven to John A. and Monty R. Venhuizen, 929 Main St., Erie, $0.

Deeds • Norma Ann Atkins Trust to Dante B. and Suzanne L. Perino Trust, 2611

Hoover Road, Deer Grove, $1,124,000.

• Dennis E. Waller Jr. Estate to Jinni Waller, 21311 Pilgrim Road, Chadwick, $180,000.

• Sheriff of Whiteside County and Jason Harris to Federal National Mortgage, 1002 East Ave., Sterling, $0.

Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

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• Jim and Elden Medenblik and Jan Bajema, Julie Holesinger, Elaine Vandyk, and Charlene Homan to Brian E. Kostka and Kaitlynn, Scott A. and Kimberly M. Grell, 901 Seventh Ave., Fulton, $53,000.

• Justin D. Perino to Perino Land and Cattle, 29648 Hahnaman Road, Deer Grove, $350,000.

Quit claim deeds

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IN BRIEF Morrison Police Report Morrison Chief of Police Brian Melton reports the following arrests made and citations issued.

Arrests Dec. 31 At approximately 11:39 p.m., police attempted to stop a vehicle driven by Thomas E. Ulve, 42 of Rock Falls, in the area of East Wall Street and South Cherry Street, Morrison, for moving violations.

Ulve then attempted to elude the Morrison Police, southbound on Crosby Road (IL RT 78), westbound on Rock Road and then onto Smit Road.

IN BRIEF SVCC to host virtual job fair Sauk Valley Community College will host a virtual job fair on Wednesday, Jan. 27. Area employers will be available, virtually, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. for networking and discussing open positions.

The public is invited to participate and network with local healthcare employers during this virtual event. Learn about available job opportunities and interview on the spot! Registration is required for

Ulve’s vehicle then slid off the roadway and became stuck in a field. With the assistance of the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office’s K-9 Unit, Erie Police and the Illinois State Police, Ulve was apprehended in that field off of Smit Road. He was arrested and charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine (Class 2 Felony), unlawful possession of controlled substance (cocaine – Class 4 Felony), aggravated fleeing/eluding a peace officer (Class 4 Felony), driving while license suspended, reckless driving, operating uninsured vehicle, speeding, operating vehicle without evidence of registration, disobeying a traffic control device and improper overtaking on left

(same direction).

Ulve also had outstanding warrants from Whiteside County, Lee County and the State of Wisconsin. He was transported to the Whiteside County Jail.

Jan. 5 At approximately 8:55 a.m., police arrested Heather A. Garza, 42 of Morrison, pursuant to an order of commitment issued by Whiteside County.

Garza was transported to the Whiteside County Jail.

Citations Dec. 26 Donald W. Tichler, 46, Morrison, disobeyed traffic control device and no valid driver’s license.

Dec. 30

Bryana E. Johnson, 29, Sterling, parking – snow emergency.

Preston Behrens, 20, Morrison, parking – snow emergency.

Autumn Kessler, 19, Morrison, parking – snow emergency.

Paula J. Trent, 63, Morrison, no valid registration.

Jan. 1 Thomas A. Workman, 32, Morrison, obstructed windshield.

Jan. 6 Kerri L. Spangler, 37, Morrison, parking (72 hours) The public is reminded that these are merely charges and all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

all job seekers. Please visit svcc.edu/ jobfair to complete the online form and learn more about opportunities during this event and future hiring events.

This particular event is geared toward the healthcare industry; however, monthly job fairs will be held throughout the year. SVCC will host virtual job fairs the last Wednesday of every month.

Area businesses are encouraged to represent their companies and find new talent through these virtual job fairs. If your company would like to participate,

please fill out the employer form at svcc. edu/jobfair.

For event information, contact Dana Chacon 815-835-6294 or visit svcc.edu/ jobfair

The non-credit classes meet for 140 hours over six weeks. The first 40 hours are classroom training. The remaining 100 hours are in the weld lab with hands-on experience and demonstrating the proper use of materials.

Classes are Monday-Friday, Jan. 25 to March 4. Choose from day or evening sessions – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 4-9 p.m.

Cost is $1,999. Register by Tuesday, Jan. 19.

For more information, visit www.bhc. edu/welding.

BHC welding class Production MIG welding and Stick/ TIG welding classes begin Monday, Jan. 25 at the Black Hawk College Industrial Training Lab Extension Center in Moline.

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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 Newton Zion Reformed Church 10465 Frog Pond Rd, Erie Pastor Shannon Parrish - 309-659-2464 newtonzion@frontier.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 Pastor Michael Hooker 801 15th Ave., Fulton - 815-589-3207 First Reformed Church 510 – 15th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-2203 Pastor Charles Huckaby Fulton Presbyterian Church 311 N. 9th St., Fulton - 815-589-3580 Pastor Rev. Catherine Martin www.fultonpreschurch.org e-mail - fultonpres@mchsi.com.

Garden Plain Presbyterian Church 14915 Sands Rd., Fulton 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 Newton Zion Reformed Church 10645 Frog Pond Road, Erie - 309-659-2464 newtonzion@frontier.com Pastor Shannon Parrish CrossView Church 703 14th Ave., Fulton - 815-589-3425

www.wearecrossview.com secretary@secondreformedchurch.net Spring Valley Reformed Church 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton 815-772-3554 Thrive Ministries-Bethel CRC Campus 1208 3rd Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-2501 www.thriveforchrist.com bethelcrc@juno.com Pastor Kevin Vanhoeven Thrive Ministries-First CRC Campus 801 15th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-3790 www.thriveforchrist.com firstcrcfulton@live.com Pastor Michael Hook

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

LYNDON Dominion Christian Fellowship Center 104 4th St. W., Lyndon - 815-590-6971 Rev. Barbi E. E. Momolu, Sr. Trinity Baptist Church 403 6th Ave North, Lyndon Pastor Alan Jahn - 563-242-0307 www.trinitybaptistchapel.com

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

RUTLEDGE ELECTRIC 822 Main, Erie

Brethren In Christ Church 207 E. Knox Street, Morrison Pastor Craig Sipes - 815-772-4871 Church Of St. Anne Episcopal 401 N Cherry St., Morrison - 815-772-2818 stannemorrison@frontiernet.net www.churchofstannemorrison.org Crossroads Community Church 201 W. Marketm Morrison Pastor Jon Eastlick - 815-956-0090 morrison@crossroadscn.com 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. Luke Schouten, Senior 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 Facebook live services Sunday’s 10:15 a.m.

Youtube Channel: First Presbyterian Church of Morrison, Illinois 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

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Emmanuel Reformed News The free community Wednesday night drive thru meals resume this Wednesday, Jan. 13 from 5:30 to 6 p.m. This week’s menu will be Chili Mac Casserole, Corn and Banana bars. Please enter the church parking lot from the north alley and remain in your cars. A runner will inquire as to how many meals you need and those meals will be brought directly to you. Because of COVID restrictions, there is currently no inside dining for these meals. Donations are accepted but certainly not mandatory.

This Sunday’s 9 a.m. Worship will have Pastor Luke continuing his message series, “Won’t You Love Your Neighbor?” with his message “Changing the Narrative” drawn from Romans 12: 1-4.

CHURCH BRIEF First Presbyterian Church free meal First Presbyterian Church of Morrison will serve a Free Drive-Up Meal Thursday, Jan. 14 from 5-6 p.m. (or until food runs out).

Exaltation will lead the worship set and special music and Ministry Coordinator Rich Criss will be the organist for the service, providing the prelude, interlude and postlude.

Please call to leave a message or text your name, which service, how many attending and contact number beginning Tuesday morning through 4 p.m. Saturday afternoons. The Emmanuel Church reservation line is 815-213-8715.

Reservations are received on a first-come, first served basis with a maximum of 100 in the sanctuary at one time.

More information is readily available on the church’s website, www.emmanuelreformedchurch. org or by calling the church office at 815-772-3890.

The menu includes vegetable beef soup, bread and a dessert Drive up to 300 N. Genesee Street and please stay in your vehicle. Call 815-772-3510 or search the “firstpresmorrison” group on Facebook for more information.

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First Reformed Church News Worship begins at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 17, at First Reformed Church, located at 510 - 15th Avenue in Fulton.Pastor Chuck Huckaby will preach from Matthew 3:1-17.

Music for the service will be led by Art and Peggy Kilburg. Social distancing will be practiced and masks are required.

Creative Crew meets on Wednesday, Jan. 13, at 9 a.m. Pastor Chuck will begin a new Bible study on the Ten Commandments at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, both in person and

on Zoom. A women’s Bible study with Renee Huckaby on the book of Ephesians begins on Tuesday, Jan. 19 at 9:00 a.m. at the church and at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom.

Our services are now livestreamed on Facebook. Go to www. facebook.com/groups/firstfulton to join the group and see the services.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ENTERPRISE DRAINAGE DISTRICT IN THE COUNTY

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OF WHITESIDE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS NO: 2002TX6 Notice is hereby given that on or about January 4, 2021, the Commissioners of said Enterprise Drainage District have filed their Financial Report for the current year. Any objec-

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, 210 15TH STREET, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF Sanel Pilipovic, DECEASED. 20 P 321 Notice is given to creditors of the death of the above named decedent.

Letters of office were issued to Sanela Karic, 3708 10th Avenue Court, Moline, Illinois 61265, as Independent Administrator, whose attorney of record is SJ Chapman, Bielski Chapman, Ltd., 123 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2300, Chicago, Illinois 60606.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, par.

5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed with the clerk or with the representative, or both, on or before July 5, 2021, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit http://efile.illi noiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/FAQ/geth elp.asp.

SJ Chapman Bielski Chapman, Ltd (6312516) 123 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2300 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312)583-9430 I3161945 January 5, 12, 19, 2021

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Sue R. Costello, Circuit Clerk Courthouse Whiteside County 200 E. Knox Street Morrison, IL 61270 William R. ShirkLaw Office of William R. Shirk, P.C. Attorney for said District 301 East Main Street Morrison, IL 61270 Tele: 815 772-7231 Fax: 815-772-4599 January 12, 2021 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, IL-JUVENILE DIVISION In the interest of H.B. A Minor 2020 JA 144 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given to Any and All Unknown Fathers it may concern, that on 12/28/2020 a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by Jeffrey S Mckinley in this Court and that in the courtroom of Judge Presiding in Juvenile Center, 525 18th Street, Rock Island, Illinois, on 1/29/2021 at 2:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as this case may be heard, a hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the minor declared to be a Ward of Court and for other relief under that Act. THE COURT HAS AUTHORITY

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IN THIS PROCEEDING TO TAKE FROM YOU THE CUSTODY AND GUARDIANSHIP OF THE MINOR, TO TERMINATE YOUR PAREN-TAL RIGHTS, AND TO A APPOINT GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION. YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD. IF THE PETITION REQUESTS THE TERMINATION OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS AND THE APPOINTMENT OF A GUARDIAN 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 hearing and show 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: 1/4/2021 Tammy Weikert Circuit Clerk By: WJG January 12, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

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NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BEATRICE M. KENNEDY No. 2020 P 159 Notice is given to the creditors of the death of BEATRICE M. KENNEDY, who died on October 30, 2020, and that letters of office as were issued on December 3, 2020 appointing Linda Blumhoff, 210 S. Denton Ave., Dixon, IL 61021as Independent Representatives, whose attorney is named below.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 East Knox, Morrison, Illinois 61270, or with the Independent Representative, or both, on or before July 12, 2021, or, if mailing or delivery of notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Independent Representative or to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 12th day of January, 2021.

REBECCA L. HUIZENGA Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street Fulton, Illinois 61252 815/589-2859 Jan. 12, 19, 26, 2021 CARS815.com Search for local cars

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF THE DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TERRY E. McCUNN No. 2020 P 168 Notice is given to the creditors of the death of TERRY E. McCUNN, who died on November 26, 2020, and that letters of office as were issued on December 9, 2020 appointing Michael S. McCunn, of 813 N. 4th St., Fulton, IL 61252, and Jody L. Foster, of 716 S. 17th St., Clinton, IA 52732, as Independent Representatives, whose attorney is named below.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 East Knox, Morrison, Illinois 61270, or with the Independent Repor resentative, both, on or before July 12, 2021, or, if mailing or delivery of notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Independent Representative or to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 12th day of January, 2021.

REBECCA L. HUIZENGA Attorney for the

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Estate 1011 4th Street Fulton, Illinois 61252 815/589-2859 Jan. 12, 19, 26, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN RE THE ESTATE OF ARTHUR C. SCHROEDER, Deceased.

No. 2020 P 171 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Arthur C. Schroeder. Letters of Office were issued on December 16, 2020 to Elaine Carp, as Independent Executor, whose attorneys of record are shown below.

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 clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois 61270, or with the representative, or both, on or before July 1, 2021, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative 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.

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delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorneys within 10 days after it has been filed.

ELAINE CARP Independent Executor Ludens & Potter Attorneys for Executor 600 W. Lincolnway, P.O. Box 360 Morrison, Illinois 61270-0360 Tel: (815) 772-2161

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entered by the court on December 30, 2020, admitting the Will to probate.

Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission you may file a petition with the court to require proof of the Will by testimony of the witnesses to the Will in open court or other evidence, as provided in Section 6-21 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/6-21).

You also have the right under Section 8-1 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/81) to contest the validity of the Will by filing a petition with the court within 6 months after admission of the Will to probate.

E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit http://e-file.illinois courts.gov/serviceproviders.htm to learn more and to select a service provider.

If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinois courts.gov/FAQ/ gethelp.asp, or talk with your local circuit clerk's office.

RICHARD J. CARPENTER Independent Executor Ludens & Potter Attorneys for Executor 600 W. Lincolnway, P.O. Box 360 Morrison IL 61270 Tel: (815) 772-2161 tjpotter@ lincolnwaylaw.com Jan. 12, 19, 26, 2021 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on December 23, 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: Baldwin Builders, located at 601 Glenwood Dr., Morrison, IL 61270. rd Dated this 23 day

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Dana Nelson County Clerk Jan. 5, 12, 19, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE RE: BIG SLOUGH SPECIAL DRAINAGE DISTRICT IN THE COUNTIES OF HENRY AND WHITESIDE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS You are hereby notified that the Financial Report of said District covering a period from October 16, 2019 to October 15, 2020, has been filed with the Circuit Court of the Fourteenth Judicial Henry Circuit, Illinois.

County, Any owner of land in the district may file an objection to the Report with the Clerk of the Court not later than January 25, 2021. If no objections are filed within the time prescribed, the Court may approve the Report without hearing.

TERILYN A. MOTLEY, Circuit Clerk Ames Law Offices Attorneys Orion, Illinois January 12, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE RE: CENTRAL SPECIAL DRAINAGE DISTRICT AND SUB-DISTRICT NO. 1 IN THE COUNTIES OF HENRY AND WHITESIDE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS You are hereby notified that the Financial Report of said District covering a period from October 16, 2019 to October 15, 2020, has been filed with the Circuit Court of the Fourteenth Judicial Henry Circuit, County, Illinois.

Any owner of land in the district may file an objection to the Report with the Clerk of the Court not later than January 25, 2021. If no objections are filed within the time prescribed, the Court may approve the Report without

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TERILYN A. MOTLEY, Circuit Clerk Ames Law Offices Attorneys Orion, Illinois January 12, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Education of Erie CUSD #1 in the County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, that it will hold a public hearing on Monday, January 25, 2021, at 6:30 P.M. at the Erie High School Media Center located at 435 6th Avenue, Erie, IL 61250. The purpose of said hearing will be to receive public commenton a proposed waiver application to 105 ILCS 5/10-20.12A in regard to tuition for non-resident students.

The waiver would allow students of Erie CUSD #1 employees, currently working for the school district who do not live within the district boundaries, to attend Erie Schools and not be required to pay the Per Capita Tuition Charge. Applicable registration fees will still be required to be paid.

WE ARE NOTIFYING all citizens of Erie CUSD #1 to attend this hearing to give input to the Board regarding the modification to the School Code.

January 12, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE RE: PENNY SLOUGH DRAINAGE AND LEVEE DISTRICT AND SUB-DISTRICTS NO. 1, 2 AND 3 IN THE OF COUNTIES HENRY AND WHITESIDE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS You are hereby notified that the Financial Report of said District covering a period from October 16, 2019 to October 15, 2020, has been filed with the Circuit Court of the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit, Henry County, Illinois.

Any owner of land

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TERILYN A. MOTLEY, Circuit Clerk Ames Law Offices Attorneys Orion, Illinois January 12, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Education of River Bend C.U.S.D. #2 in the County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, that it will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at 6:30 P.M. at the Fulton High School located at 1207 12th Street, Fulton, IL 61252. The purpose of the meeting will be to hold a public hearing concerning a renewal of a previously approved waiver to 105 ILCS 5/27-6 in regards to students in grades K8 not being required to have Physical Education per School Code but instead to allow students the opportunity to participate in art, music, health, and STEM activities on a rotating basis with physical education class.

WE ARE NOTIFYING all citizens of Bend River C.U.S.D. #2 to attend this hearing to give input to the Board regarding the modification to the School Code.

Dated this 12th day of January, 2021.

Board of Education of School District No. 2 in the County of Whiteside, State of Illinois Eric Fish, Secretary Board of Education River Bend Community Unit School District #2 January 12, 2021 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Morrison ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS will convene a PUBLIC HEARING at 5:30 on January 27,

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The petitioner is seeking the SPECIAL USE to allow for the operation of a retail business in the R-2 General Residential District on the property described as follows: This property is located: 103 N Heaton Street, Morrison, Illinois Any persons wishing to comment on this matter shall appear at the stated time and location, or direct written comment to City Hall, 200 West Main Street, Morrison, Morrison, Illinois 61270.

Scott Vandermyde Acting City Clerk January 12, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Robert Smith Jr.; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2019CH169 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 09/27/2019, the Sheriff of Rock County, Island Illinois will on February 23, 2021 at the hour of 9:15 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:

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LOT NUMBER THIRTY-SEVEN (37) IN MEADOWLAWN SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF EAST MOLINE; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN SM-8867 1701206022 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 954 36th 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

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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 CondoProperty minium ILCS 765 Act, 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 765 ILCS Act, 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 no have shall further recourse against the the Mortgagor, Mortgagee or Mortgagee's the 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

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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 property. the 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 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., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN RE THE ESTATE OF EDNA R. TAYLOR, Deceased.

No. 2020 P 174 CLAIM NOTICE AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS TO: All Creditors and Unknown Heirs of Edna R. Taylor, deceased.

Notice is given to creditors of the death of Edna R. Taylor. Letters of Office were issued on December 30, 2020 to Richard J. Carpenter, as Independent Executor, whose attorneys of record are shown below.

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 clerk.

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 representative, or both, on or before July 12, 2021, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative 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 representative and to the attorneys within 10 days after it has been filed.

NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Notice is given to unknown heirs, who are heirs in the above proceeding to probate a Will and whose name or address is not stated in the petition to admit the Will to probate, that an order was

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Robert Smith Jr.; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2019CH169 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 09/27/2019, the Sheriff of Rock County, Island Illinois will on February 23, 2021 at the hour of 9:15 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

hig for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN SM-8867 1701206022 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 954 36th 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 repre-

y rep sentation 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 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.

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 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., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876.

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MobileHelp is the premiere Medical Alert System that provides emergency coverage inside your home and throughout the USA. $

• No equipment to buy • Simple one-button operation • Nationwide GPS location detection*

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MobileHelp Exclusive Offer FREE Emergency Key Holder Get your free Emergency Key Holder when you purchase a MobileHelp service plan.

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1-888-982-1924 To get Life Saving Information and a FREE BROCHURE, call MobileHelp today!

• No equipment to buy.

• Sign up in minutes. Activation is simple.

• No long term contract.

Optional Fall Button™ with Automatic Fall Detect ■ Comfortable and lightweight ■ Signals for help even when you can’t press your button*

*Service availability and access/coverage on the AT&T network is not available everywhere and at all times. Fall Button™ does not detect 100% of falls.

If able, users should always push their help button when they need assistance. Fall Button™ is not intended to replace a caregiver for users dealing with serious health issues. Current GPS location may not always be available in every situation. MobileHelp is a registered trademark and Fall Button is a trademark of MobileHelp. Patented technology. MobileHelp is an FDA registered company. MHP-06631A

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