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Jeff Dever of Prophetstown aims to sink a putt at Prophet Hills Country Club on Saturday, March 13 while Tim Smith watches. The pair were enjoying the course’s opening day for the season and the spring-like temperatures. The golf course, located at 4319 Bishop Road, is open to the public.

EDUCATION NEWS

BUSINESS NEWS

Regional Winners

Martial Arts Studio

Rams scholastic team wins its regional. / 12

Check out the new studio in Morrison. / 3

WHAT’S INSIDE Society News ..................................... 4 Glimpses of the Past........................ 11 Police Reports.................................. 10 Published every Tuesday 20 pages • One section

Property Transfers.........................25 Church Listings........................26-27 Classifieds ..............................28-31

DEATHS Peg Jonsson, Gregory Proud, John Bogart, Lon McGarvy, James Rathje, Lester Renkes, Mary Jane Ballard Page 6

AGRICULTURE NEWS

Salute to Agriculture March 23 is National Ag Day / 12

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Two on ballot for Prophetstown mayor

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

Two candidates will be on the ballot for Prophetstown Mayor for the April 6 Consolidated Election.

Voters will decide between incumbent Steve Swanson or newcomer John Leoni.

Steve Swanson Age, family: Three sons Occupation: Retired from Operating Engineers Local 150 Political affiliation: None Political experience: Eight years as Mayor of Tampico, and 12 years as Mayor of Prophetstown.

Volunteer organizations: Steve Member of Prophetstown Swanson Main Street What do you hope to

accomplish if elected: Some objectives are establishing a revolving loan program for existing businesses, and new businesses that would like to come to town.

We hope to get started this year on a new Water Treatment facility, which has been a work in progress for 2-1/2 years.

I would most definitely like to see that to completion so we can provide the people of Prophetstown the best and safest water we can. Also, to continue work on streets and alleys that need to be improved.

John Leoni Age, family: 48 years old, married Occupation: I have worked in the construction field for 30 years and have taken early retirement.

Political Affiliation: Independent Political experience: This John Leoni

will be my first time running for Mayor, but I have worked for many city council committees in Lathrop, CA. Volunteer organizations: Board member for Lathrop Little League and Pop Warner football.

What do you hope to accomplish if elected: As an American, I am running for Mayor of Prophetstown to help make our town all about family and business.

My wife and I being new to this area, have come to love the small town living here in Prophetstown.

So if you vote for me as your Mayor, one of my first priorities will be to listen to the residents’ thoughts and views to make Prophetstown a better place to live.

If anyone has any questions, I am giving out my personal cellphone number, 815-4417191, because I am here for you.

ENERGY NEWS

Fulton council hears from Jo-Carroll CEO

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

Mike Casper, president and CEO of Jo-Carroll Energy attended the Fulton City Council on March 8 to explain the situation that caused the spike in natural gas bills for the month.

On the city’s agenda was a proposal to amend the ordinance on collecting taxes for electricity usage and having the Municipal Utility Taxes removed on the Jo-Carroll gas bill. The amendment would “give the council the ability to weigh charges after energy spikes,” said Mayor Mike Ottens. The current rates on both are 5%.

Casper spoke of the increase in natural gas prices due to the extreme cold in Texas Feb. 14 - 18. He told the council that he’s been in the energy industry for 30 years and has never seen such an increase.

Normal prices range from $2 – 12, but

the market price spiked to $200 at the peak of the crisis, he said.

The prices will be reflected in this month’s bills, he said, estimating that a customer paying $100 a month may see their bill spike to $275 this month.

“It was poor timing and bad timing and weather,” he told the council.

During a four-day window, including the President’s Day holiday, energy marketers locked in the prices, he said. The company draws natural gas from two pipelines in Texas and Oklahoma. Supply was down but demand was up, and there was a freeze-off on the wells which pinched off the supply of the pipelines.

Restrictions were also placed on purchased amounts.

By Feb. 13, the company’s monthly usage was already met. He estimated that the average rate during the coldest week was $50, based on the averages they purchased at $65 and $24. Customers will get the purchased cost rate – what JCE buys

for $1, they bill for $1.

Casper said the company won’t make a profit on the increased bills but will be paying their share, which he estimated at $2.5 million for that window of time. With distribution, delivery and membership costs fixed, the energy crisis will raise rates for one bill. He admitted they were “taking a lot of heat.”

Jo-Carroll is a not-for-profit energy cooperative that provides energy to Fulton, Savanna, Thomson, Erie, and Albany. Casper encouraged customers to work with LIHEAP, which will be extended through the summer, or the Neighbor-to-Neighbor program if they need assistance.

The council approved proposed amendments to lessen the energy bills for the month. The amendments also give the council the ability to waive or change the collecting of gas or electric utility taxes in the future.

additional slots will be opened for Friday night, April 2.

A reminder, if the hunter is under the age of 6, they will need an adult in the pool with them.

A pool buddy is also recommended for those not comfortable in the pool by themselves. Register online or call 815-537-2093.

Winning Wheels drive-thru Easter Egg Hunt is April 1

SPECIAL EVENTS Easter Egg Hunt in the pool The Prophetstown Park District will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt in the pool on Saturday, April 3.

There are five 30 minute time slots available for participants. There will be 18 hunters per time slot, which will allow for spectators.

If there is a higher volume of participants,

Winning Wheels, 701 E. 3rd St. in Prophetstown, will be having a Drive-thru Easter Egg Hunt for children up to the age of 10 on Thursday, April 1 while supplies last.

The event will take place in the front parking lot starting at 3 p.m.

MORRISON BUSINESS

Martial arts studio created in downtown Morrison building

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

The former Whiteside News Sentinel office in downtown Morrison wasn’t quite emptied out before a new tenant was ready to move in with a vision for a spacious martial arts studio.

Christopher Morris, owner of Open Hand Self Defense, purchased the building in January 2021 and has been working hard to get it ready ever since.

The building at 100 E. Main St. has since undergone some remodeling, including removing a wall in the middle to free up floor space. Soft colored mats, a mirrored wall, and a few koi fish in a 100-gallon tank bring a Zen vibe, along with the artistic touches that include plenty of plants, Asian décor, Buddha figures, and dragons – many gifted from friends around the world.

Morris’s own “Heart of the Dragon” artwork hangs on the wall.

Besides Open Hand and the WNS headquarters, the building was once home to Smith Trust & Savings Bank, with vaults and safes situated throughout the building.

After just two months and two full dumpsters, the space is taking shape into the center for martial arts that Morris has envisioned.

A front office has been transformed into a parent lounge, and an adjoining closet converted into one of two locker rooms.

Another office space will eventually be a pro-shop with t-shirts and uniforms for sale, and an old bank vault will hold a book and video library.

The welcome center desk utilizes recycled wood left behind, part of the building’s days as a newspaper publishing company, and an old bank receptacle with outdoor access is now a mailbox.

“I’m trying to reuse what’s here,” said Morris. “I want to keep the history of the building as part of it.”

The back quarters, where Shawver Press printing operations took place over the past decades, is getting converted into living quarters. An old table covered in decoupaged newsprint has found new life as a kitchen counter island.

The upstairs will also be living quarters, with over 3,000 sq. ft. of

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Grandmaster Christopher Morris stands next to his artwork entitled “The Heart of the Dragon” at his new studio at 100 E. Main St. in Morrison. space. As a family business, he wants to have a place where his wife Dena, eight kids, and four grandkids can spend time if need be.

When the transformation is complete, Morris said the business will be an extension of himself. He started practicing martial arts at age 11 and calls it a long journey that’s led him here.

He’s a Grandmaster in Karate and 9th degree Black Belt, 5th degree in Hakito, 2nd degree Black Belt in Muay Thai. He is the highest-ranking teacher of ShuHaRi Doshi Kai Karate, a title he had to earn from the grandmasters.

Morris has been operating his business in Morrison for the past 10 years in the Farm Bureau building. In 2020, he found himself at a crossroads especially with COVID19 impacting his classes. He had to decide whether to travel more for work, or find a different location and devote his energies here. He joked that he’d wanted to go to Thailand, but might not have come back.

So he made an offer on the downtown building up for sale and much

to his surprise, it was accepted.

“It was meant to be,” he said of his decision to continue teaching in town.

Though he grew up in Fulton, he’s been living in Morrison for nearly 30 years. “This building will represent me, and who I am,” he says of his new direction.

Morris will be teaching Situational Science in five disciplines – Karate, Hapkido, Muay Thai, Tai Chi, and Sticks. His fellow instructor Master Mary Nogowski, the only female licensed instructor in the area, will be teaching women’s TRU (Trained, Ready & Unafraid) self-defense class.

He said the mission of OHSD is the preservation of safety and family.

The 19 different classes offered are on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, plus morning classes, private classes, and extra time to students before their belt tests. He can also teach classes to those with disabilities or in wheelchairs.

“People are busy, so I’m here to accommodate lifestyles. My passion is to teach people to protect them-

selves,” he says of his flexible schedule.

Kids as young as 3 can enroll in the Little Panda program, and ages 6 and up can train in Karate or Hapkido. All youth classes are focused on students learning honor and respect for themselves and others. There is no sparring, or fighting against peers, and no gear. Teaching situational awareness and self-defense is key, with Morris leading them in age-appropriate moves for their mentality.

He said safety includes always being aware and knowing your surroundings and how to keep yourself safe. He imparts such lessons to the youngest students to the oldest. In a dangerous situation, the point is to escape.

“I teach the kids how to be in control of a situation, like if they’re taken, they should grab the leg of the kidnapper. Or yell fire,” he said.

Besides the hands-on lessons in self-defense, Morris has written manuals and textbooks and has many teaching certifications. He’s taught police, military, and federal officers the skills of the art of defense. He’s been offered to travel and start up schools in Minnesota and North Dakota, and he draws in students from across the region. He also teaches workshops and seminars on occasion.

“Everything is about posture, position, and control,” he summarizes of the main teachings of Situational Science, the applicable martial arts point of view he adheres to.

With progress being made at the studio each day, Morris hopes to have an open house before too long, while getting more involved in the community. He recently redesigned his website at openhandselfdefenses.com, complete with information on the disciplines and courses.

For now, public safety measures are still in place. Before a class, temperatures are taken in case any contact tracing is needed. Sanitizing and healthy habits are encouraged.

Though it’s been a lot of hard work, Morris said it’s all worth it.

He takes pride in the community and the country and he wants to give back in the best way he’s suited.

He supports cancer charities and military veterans, saying “nothing is free.” For Morris, to get on the mat is to find a place of peace and balance, and to start on a journey of self-responsibility.

“Nothing that comes fast, don’t last,” he said smiling.

Find out more on the website, Facebook, or by calling 815-718-3994.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Geraldine Cassens to celebrate 90th birthday Geraldine R. Cassens of Prophetstown will celebrate her 90th birthday on March 27, 2021.

Geraldine was born March 27, 1931, in Peoria, the daughter of Carl and Ida Koehler.

She graduated valedictorian from Tampico High School in 1949.

Geraldine married Robert Cassens on Jan. 8, 1949. They farmed in Loraine Township, Henry County, until retiring.

Robert passed away in 2018.

Her family includes her son, James (Nancy) Cassens of Geneseo, and daughters, Vicky (Steve) Vandike of Geneseo and Susan (Randy) Skelton of Prophetstown. She has six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Cards and well wishes may be mailed to 611 Rita Court, Prophetstown, IL 61277.

IN BRIEF Fenton United Methodist Church to host blood drive Fenton United Methodist Church, 10019 Main St., Fenton, will host a community blood drive from 2 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7. This drive is open to the public. Masks and appointments are required.

To donate, please contact John and Linda Reisenbigler at 815-778-3346 or visit www. bloodcenterimpact.org and use code 1304 to locate the drive.

Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission form available through www.bloodcenter.org) and weigh more than 110 pounds. A photo ID is required to donate. Those who have received the COVID-19 vaccination can donate. For questions about eligibility, please call the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center at 800-7475401. Donors who last gave blood on or before Feb. 9 are eligible to give at this drive.

Fulton Community Lunch Program returns

Geraldine R. Cassens of Prophetstown will celebrate her 90th birthday on March 27, 2021.

After a long time of staying close to home, not socializing and missing everyone, it’s time to start the Fulton Community Lunch Program.

Beginning Wednesday, April 7, lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. at First Reformed Church, 510 15th Ave. in Fulton. Everyone is welcome to attend. It would be nice to see some new faces, so please join us and bring a friend.

Safety precautions will take place so every-

one can feel comfortable.

If you have questions, please feel free to call 815-589-3670.

Morrison’s annual cemetery cleanup to take place

From March 22 to 26, the cemetery maintenance staff will be removing and disposing of gravesite decorations as part of the annual cleanup program at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison.

Individuals who wish to save decorations are asked to remove them no later than March 21. Decorations may be put back after March 26. People wishing to place new decorations graveside are asked to wait until after March 26.

Benefits for St. Jude planned at fairgrounds There will be two St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital fundraising events from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 5 and Sept. 4 at Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield St. Admission is free to the public. Vendor and crafter spots are available in 10-by-10-foot areas; cost is $35 without electricity and $40 with electricity. Vendors include Thirty-One Gifts, Paparazzi, Tupperware, Color Street, Scentsy and Tastefully Simple.

Call Kim at 815-238-6170 for table reservations or information.

Assisted Living Apartments available and now open for scheduled family visits!

Call or email Jamie at 815.772.4021 jamiet@resthavehome.com for more information!

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A huge thank you is extended to TBK Bank for donating $500 to the future Morrison Bark Park. Holding the check are Kathy Schmidt, On the Move, and Angela Reamer of TBK Bank. Others pictured are Nick Volckmann (from left), On the Move; Bob Smith; Ashley Harris; Jenn Willis; and Maggie Jones, representing TBK Bank.

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YOUR HEALTH

Here are some thoughts on the Methuselah molecule

BY STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D. Medical science has long recognized the value of antioxidants. These are substances that reduce the free radical damage produced by the body’s exposure to many products, chemicals, food, etc.

For example, we know that vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant. However,

a far more powerful molecule has been identified in the human body that has a much higher antioxidant value than vitamin C and all other previous identified substances.

This molecule is superoxide dismutase. It is believed to be the molecule responsible for women living substantially longer than men, even when accounting for lifestyle. It is the mol-

ecule that appears responsible for increasing the lifespan of certain insects when the value has been raised. This is not necessarily news for the medical profession, which has been aware of the molecule for quite some time.

The task has been to find a way to boost this value. The challenge for years has been the body’s strong digestive enzymes and gases, which readily

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Stay tuned for more on this molecule.

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OBITUARIES

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Born: July 26, 1958; Clinton, IA Died: March 9, 2021; Morrison, IL

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GREGORY “PIGGY” PROUD MORRISON – Gregory “Piggy” Proud, of Morrison, IL, died March 9th.

Cremation rites were accorded. A memorial visitation is 1:00 - 3:30 PM Sunday, March 14th at the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison, followed by military funeral honors.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

Piggy was born July 26, 1958 in Clinton, IA, to Marvin E. and Eilene E. (Greenwalt) Proud. He was educated in the Fulton, IL schools. Greg served for two years in the U.S. Army Reserve, Troop E 106th Calvary Regiment out of Rock Falls, IL. On March 4, 1988 he married Christine Best in Clinton, IA. Piggy was a CNC Machinist working at P&P Tool in Morrison. He loved riding his motorcycle and was a member of the Big River Chapter 13 ABATE of Illinois motorcycle club.

He also enjoyed boating, camping, traveling and tinkering with cars and anything that was mechanical. Recently he found joy in doing model cars. Piggy enjoyed music and guitars, was an animal lover, and had fun telling jokes and stories.

Survivors include one son, Mathew Proud of Scottsdale, AZ; one step daughter, Dana (Rocky) McMahon of Clinton, IA; one stepson, Tyler Engelkins of Morrison; four step grandchildren, Ava, Evan, Jakobi and Riley; four sisters, Joline Kershaw of Christiana, TN, Lynette (Steve) Cassens of Morrison, Christine (Steve) Young of Morrison and Janelle Proud of Fulton; one brother, Lawrence Proud of Maquoketa, IA; six nephews, Jason Steen, Ron Stage, Joshua Proud, Jesse Armstrong, Michael Proud and Stephen Proud; seven nieces, Becky Stage-Webb, Melissa Proud-Hartman, Valerie Young, Elizabeth Dersham, Summer DePover, Danelle Domdey and Joey Young; many great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; his parents; and one brother, Jeffrey Lawrence Proud.

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

LESTER “LES” RENKES

Born: February 26, 1936; Morrison Died: March 8, 2021; Sterling MORRISON – Lester “Les” Renkes, 85, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, March 8, 2021, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Cremation rites have been accorded.

The services will be

private with interment to be in the Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison. The Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

A memorial has been established.

Les was born February 26, 1936 in Morrison, IL, to John and Maggie (Vos) Renkes. He was educated in the Prairie Center School in rural Whiteside County, and was a graduate of Morrison High School. On May 31, 1956 he married Beth Kuehl in Carroll County, IL. Les worked at the Carnation Factory and then at the Goodenough Dairy before owning and operating his own construction business, Les Renkes Builders, for over 40 years.

He enjoyed and took pride in his work. He loved woodworking and his ‘36 Ford Coupe.

Together he and his wife enjoyed riding motorcycles, antiquing and driving around and looking at different buildings. He cherished watching his children and grandchildren grow.

Survivors include his wife, Beth, of Morrison; one daughter, Angela Renkes of Morrison; two sons, Randy Renkes and Andrew (Kimberly) Renkes, both of Morrison; eleven grandchildren, Paige LaShelle, Jeremiah (Trina) Renkes, Jedediah (Brandi) Renkes, Kyla (Greg) Hanson, McKenzie Renkes, Emma Renkes, Allison (Eli) Smith, Tate Renkes, Katelynne Busch, Courtney Stearns, Brenden Stearns; eight great grandchildren; one brother, Morry (Jan) Renkes of Clinton, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Russell Renkes; two brothers, LaVerne and Milton Renkes; father and mother-inlaw, Carl and Effie Kuehl.

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

JOHN ROBERT BOGART

FULTON – John Robert Bogart, 79, of Fulton, IL, died Friday, March 5, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospitals, Iowa City, IA. Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Fulton is handling arrangements.

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

MARY JANE ‘JEAN’ BALLARD

Born: March 1, 1926; Victor, Iowa Died: March 10, 2021; Silvis

SILVIS – Mary Jane “Jean” Ballard, 95, formerly of Erie, Illinois, died Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at home in Silvis where she most recently resided.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Erie. Friends and relatives are invited to meet at the Erie Cemetery for the graveside service at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 20th and then join the family at St. Ambrose Church Hall following burial for food and fellowship. Face coverings will be required

throughout.

Memorials may be made to St. Ambrose Church or Unity Point Hospice.

Gibson-Bode Funeral Home, Erie, is handling arrangements.

Mary Jane “Jean” was born March 1, 1926 in Victor, Iowa, one of 9 children born to August and Bertha (Baussoer) Roete. She married Edward “Wayne” Ballard on March 3, 1945 in Alamogordo, NM, where he was stationed in the military. They settled back in Erie and raised their 5 children. Jean was proud of the home they built in Erie and that she so gracefully kept up. She especially loved caring for her flower gardens. Jean enjoyed regular bike rides and walks around Erie with her friends.

Jean was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Erie, the Mothers of WWII, and the Erie Senior Citizens Club where she mailed out many greeting cards.

Jean is survived by four children, Mike (Sharon) Ballard of Surprise, AZ, Rich Ballard (Sue Smith) of Erie, Sandra Parvin of Silvis, and Steven (Jan) Ballard, Moline; 13 grandchildren, numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne, who died June 17, 1989; son, Thomas Ballard; daughters-in-law, Beth Ballard and Sherry Ballard; and by her 8 siblings.

The family would like to thank the ICU staff at Unity Point – Trinity, Rock Island for the wonderful 95th birthday celebration they gave Jean and also the Unity Point Hospice staff, especially Mark who showed such compassion until the end.

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hearing about their latest adventures. She will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing her.

Survivors include two sons, Martin (Candy) Roy Jonsson, Sr. of Compton, IL, and Ted Jonsson of Fulton, IL; two grandchildren, Martin Roy Jonsson, Jr. of Commerce City, CO, and Courtney Ann Jonsson of Streater, IL; two sisters, Joyce (Rich) Ross of Thomson, IL, and Judy (Don) McTrinder of Williams Bay, WI; one brother, Leroy (Colleen) Goff of Villa Park, IL; her best friend and sister-in-law, Christine (Larry) Peters of Fulton, IL; numerous nieces and nephews and her extended family, The Jonsson’s.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and one son, Jerry “JJ” Jonsson.

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

JAMES RATHJE

Born: September 14, 1944; Clinton, IA Died: March 7, 2021; Iowa City, IA

FULTON – James Rathje, 76, of Fulton, IL, died Sunday, March 7, 2021, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

A private family funeral service will be held at the Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, preceded by a private family visitation. Mr. Ken Renkes will officiate. Interment will be at the Fulton Township Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made PEGGY “PEG” ANN JONSSON to the American Cancer Society.

Born: August 24, 1945; Elmhurst James was born September 14, 1944 in Died: March 10, 2021; Fulton Clinton, IA, to Carl and Alice (Harlock) Rathje.

Jim was a 1962 graduate of Clinton High FULTON – Peggy School and in 1964 he graduated from Clinton “Peg” Ann Jonsson, 75, Community College with an Associates of Fulton, IL, passed Degree in electronics. Jim served in the U.S. away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, after a Army for two years. He married Darlene Schaver on November 16, 1973, in Albany, IL. brief illness.

Jim worked at General Electric in Morrison, Her private family IL, as a lab tech for 39 years and retired in graveside service will 2003. He was a member of the GEAA at be held at the Fulton General Electric. He attended the Garden Plain Township Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will Presbyterian Church. He built bird houses in be held on Saturday, March 20, 2021, at noon retirement. He also enjoyed flower gardening at King Pins in Fulton, IL. and making his yard beautiful. Jim was an avid A memorial has been established and may outdoorsman, he especially enjoyed fishing. be directed to the family.

Survivors include his wife, Darlene; two Peggy was born August 24, 1945, in Elmsons, Michael (Patti) Rathje of Cedar Rapids, hurst, IL, to Roy and Pearl (Jaeger) Goff. She IA, and Jeffrey (Kathy) Rathje of Cincinnati, married Martin “Corky” Jonsson on June 27, OH; two grandchildren, Alex & Julia Rathje; 1964 in Lombard, IL. Peggy was a beautician one brother, Bill Rathje of Phoenix, AZ; many her whole life owning and operating Peg’s nieces and nephews.

Shear Delight in downtown Fulton, IL, for close He was preceded in death by his parents; to forty years. She enjoyed shooting darts one sister in infancy; one brother, Gene and played a mean game of shuffleboard.

Rathje.

She was always up for a good joke or story, To send online condolences go to www. and told many of her own. Her laugh was bosmarenkes.com. contagious. She enjoyed her grandchildren • Continued on page 7 and always looked forward to their visits and

The children of the late Lorna Sikkema, previously of Fulton, who passed away April 5, 2020 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, are planning a memorial service at the Fulton Cemetery followed by a social luncheon at the Eagle Point Lodge on Sunday, March 28.

Friends and family are invited to join the family at 12 noon in the cemetery located on 9th Street and 3rd Avenue in Fulton and/or the luncheon following at the Eagle Point Lodge from 1 pm until 3 pm. This venue is large enough to safely social distance and lunch will be provided in individual serving bags.

Please RSVP Cindy Hook if you plan to attend. Please text or call 815-291-6767 or email cindy@hookgrain.com.

The family of the late Lorna Sikkema include Cindy Hook, Valerie Schmieder, Jeff Sikkema and Scott Sikkema.

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LON MCGARVEY MORRISON – Lon McGarvey, formerly of Morrison, passed away on March 8, 2021 at his home in East Wenatchee, WA. Lon was born on October 3, 1950 in Morrison. His parents were Harry and Joy (Rose) McGarvey. He attended Morrison Schools and then joined the military.

He served in Viet Nam and then reenlisted and traveled to Germany. He came back to Morrison, attended Sauk Valley College, and joined the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Department as a Deputy Sheriff.

Lon was an amazing baseball player in his youth and loved watching the Chicago Cubs. He read thousands of books over the years and had a wonderful sense of humor.

He is survived by his daughters, Kelly (Chris) McGarvey-Hedges of East Wenatchee, WA, and Tara Laing of Maryland; grandchildren, Brittany, Michael, Kelsey, step grandchild Ellie; and four great-grandchildren; siblings, Kathy (Mark) Cetwinski, Sheila (Ron) VanKampen, Mary O’Shea, Gini (Lou) Rasmussen, Danny (Kay) McGarvey, Patti McGarvey; many nieces and nephews; and special friends, Tom and Deb Connelly.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and nephew, Michael McGarvey.

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A retrospect of COVID-19’s implications on education

BY CONNIE ROYER

Morrison High School teacher March 11, 2020, was the first time our district began to discuss e-learning, something we thought was years off. The jovial mood of the gathering did not portend the soon-to-be infamous shelter-in-place because at that time, we had no idea how imminent distance learning was to be. As we finished the meeting, we patted ourselves on the back for beginning what would soon be a complicated, difficult and heart-wrenching process.

Leaving work on Friday, March 13, 2020, a text came in from the superintendent – there’s going to be an important announcement from the governor, you might want to come to an impromptu meeting with the district leadership. That meeting started what would become a yearlong process of difficult decisions, missteps, failures and successes. The administration team worked tirelessly that weekend to make sure we could survive the fourth quarter. Everyone was thrown into a “Brave New World.” Not knowing what to expect, contingency plans A through F were made. District employees, parents and students were troopers, doing what they could to survive until we could get back into

school, still holding out hope that we might be able to return in April or May. The dreaded proclamation came: Schools will not be returning to school in the spring. The disappointment and depression were palpable! No spring season for our athletes, no prom, no graduation, no sense of normalcy.

Morrison found a way to give the seniors a drive-thru graduation. While it wasn’t what everyone may have hoped for, the ceremony was the best it could have been given the parameters set by the state.

The summer of 2020 held copious amounts of meetings with teacher leaders, principals, the technology director and the superintendent. How were we going to navigate the pandemic? How can we keep everyone safe while meeting their academic, physical, social and emotional needs?

Surveys were sent to teachers and parents. Their input was factored into decisions.

The fall of 2020 started with a collective breath holding. How hard will it be to enforce the mask mandate?

How many will get sick? When will we be shut down again? What does hybrid learning look like? Can we offer school-sanctioned sports?

During the school year, the state

of Illinois, Illinois Department of Public Health, Illinois High School Association and Illinois State Board of Education sent out new guidelines, often reversing previous mandates.

The district did its best to follow the ever-changing, often vague, guidance.

Along the way, difficult choices had to be made, healthy debates were had, and, unfortunately, hurt feelings occurred.

However, throughout the process, our district was committed to doing the best it could with what it had. At this point, I would like to recognize the groups of people that made it possible.

Starting at the top, Superintendent [Scott] Vance, along with the principals, Mr. [Cory] Bielema, Mr. [Joseph] Robbins, Mr. [Jeremy] Keesee and Mr. [Andy] Harridge, spent innumerable hours coming up with multiple plans for any possible scenario. Their unwavering leadership during this unprecedented year is to be commended.

Next, our tech director, Duane Shaffer, and his fabulous staff need to be acknowledged. Neither remote nor hybrid learning could have been a possibility without all of their dedication, knowledge and training. I learned more about technology during this crisis than I have in 30 years of teaching. My fellow teachers are absolute

gems. They were asked to teach in a way they were never trained for, come up with innovative ways to “reach” the remote students, and learn the latest in technology so both synchronous and asynchronous learning could occur. Regardless of their opinions on whether it was safe to come to school, they performed their jobs admirably.

Support staff – often overlooked but so vital to our organization – were beyond terrific! Counselors, secretaries, custodians, aides, bus drivers and cafeteria workers all went above and beyond the call of duty to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. Lastly, I want to recognize the students. WOW! We asked so much of them during this pandemic – wear your masks, stay 6 feet apart, get online at a certain time during the day, submit your homework via Google Classroom, learn a dozen new schedules, etc. Most of them were ROCKSTARS!!! The resiliency of these students is absolutely amazing!

While we’re certainly not out of the woods yet, it is an opportune time to reflect on just how far we’ve come. I am proud to be part of Morrison Community Unit District 6 and am grateful for all the support the district has received from the Board of Education, parents, and the community.

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Erie-Prophetstown’s Bryce Rosenow runs in for a layup over Hall’s Payton Plym, (1) and teammates Ethan Plym (12) and Mac Resetich (0) in Spring Valley on March 12.

EDUCATION

Erie school board hires principal, software manager

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

The Erie Board of Education hired a new principal and a software manager during a special meeting on March 12.

The board approved employment for Justin Hovey as Middle School Principal effective July 1. Former principal Chuck Milem was hired as Superintendent earlier this year, with Assistant Principal and Athletic Director Brian Howell serving in the interim. Hovey is currently the Principal at Prophetstown Elementary School.

“I can’t wait to start making connections with staff, community, and especially the kids,” said Hovey, who was in attendance along with his wife and four children.

They will be enrolling their kids in the school district, he added.

The board also hired Deb Hancock as Fiscal Software Manager, effective March 16.

“We’ve been discussing the fiscal software position for the last few regular meetings. We restructured our district office and no longer have a treasurer position but have evolved with the technology with this part-time position,” said Milem.

The board also held a Public Hearing for a presentation of Tuition Waiver for students with parents employed at the school district, with all board members voting yes.

They also approved a $55,788.10 third quarter assessment bill from the Bi-County Cooperative, and a Health Life Safety Amendment payment of $50,633.11 to the Whiteside Special Education Cooperative, with the funds coming of the school’s HLS account.

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FULTON HIGH SCHOOL

Junior B.L.I.N.D. Leader Peyton Sanderson What are you involved in at Fulton High School?

At Fulton High School. I am a B.L.I.N.D. leader, first year, and have been on the golf team for three years now.

What are your hobbies outside of school?

My hobb ies outside of school include videography, photography, golfing and traveling.

What have you learned from this pandemic?

From this pandemic, I have learned to never take any situation for granted because you never know what could happen next in your life.

How would you describe your leadership style?

I would describe my leadership style as creative. I enjoy finding new ways to solve problems and helping others in creative and fun ways.

What has B.L.I.N.D. meant to you?

B.L.I.N.D. to me has meant helping new students adapt to a whole new environment in school. It has also meant helping other upperclassmen, having responsibilities and learning more about myself.

Fun fact?

Junior B.L.I.N.D. Leader Peyton Sanderson One fun fact about me is that I have been to over 10 different amusement parks all over the country.

Words of advice?

Enjoy your life now because it goes by quicker than you think it will, and you’ll regret not taking chances when you could have.

POLICE REPORTS Morrison Police Report Arrests

On Sunday, March 7, about 11:37 p.m., Morrison police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Ty M. Hatheway, 29p of Clinton, Iowa, at East Lincolnway and North Cherry Street for a moving violation. As a result of the investigation during the traffic stop, Morrison police arrested and charged Hatheway with driving while license suspended, unlawful possession of a controlled substance and unlawful possession of methamphetamine. Hatheway was issued a warning citation for failure to stop at sidewalk. Hatheway was taken to the Whiteside County Jail.

On Wednesday, March 10, Morrison police responded to a burglary complaint at Morrison Tech. As a result of the investigation, Morrison police arrested and charged Jacob W. Jones, 19, of Downs with burglary.

Jones was taken to the Whiteside County Jail.

On Thursday, March 11, about 8:33 pm, Morrison police responded to a public service request to stand by at the residence at 101 W. Main St., Apt. B because of a domestic dispute.

As a result of the incident, Morrison police arrested and charged Matthew T. McCole, 39, of Morrison, with disorderly conduct (Class C misdemeanor), cyberstalking (Class 4 felony), harassment electronic communications (Class B misdemeanor) and threatening public officials (Class 3 felony). McCole was taken to the Whiteside County Jail.

Citations

March 5 Kendall C. Grams, 30, Camanche, Iowa,

operating uninsured vehicle and driving while license suspended March 6 Alan G. McClain, 21, Clinton, Iowa, no valid driver’s license March 7 Mercedes L. Hilt, 27, Belmond, Iowa, driving while license suspended Monica C. Fernandez, 31, Morrison, illegal transportation of alcohol Klinton R. Hodge, 32, Prophetstown, driving while license revoked Brianne L. Rubright, 39, Morrison, driving while license suspended Elizabeth S. Berry, 36, Clinton, Iowa, driving while license revoked

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March 5 Alfonso Felix of Chicago was cited for no valid driver’s license at Route 136 and Sand Road. He was released with a promise to comply.

March 7 Charles L. Marshall II of Sabula, Iowa, was cited for no valid driver’s license in the 1100 block of 14th Avenue. He was released with a notice to appear.

March 8 Kendall Le Dunnam of Clinton, Iowa, was arrested for no valid driver’s license and no valid registration in the 1300 block of 14th Avenue. She was released with a notice to appear.

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

GLIMPSES OF THE PAST - FULTON

60 Years March 15, 1961

Dennis Woods, versatile star and leading scorer for the Fulton Steamers, was a unanimous choice for a place on the All Illowa Conference Team selected by conference coaches. Richard Smith was a choice for the second team.

In the Bob’s Jack and Jill ad, you could buy a 20-gallon galvanized trash can for $1.98 with a grocery order of $10 or more. Miracle Whip was on sale for 49 cents, ground beef was 49 cents a pound, rib steak was 69 cents a pound, cabbage was 9 cents, 2-pound coffee was $1.19, and a 2-pound package of pancake mix was 39 cents.

50 Years March 17, 1971

Mrs. Reuben Kamper, formerly Carol Sikkema of Fulton, created quite a stir in Rochester, Minnesota, when she

became the first woman in the city’s history to be elected to the city council.

Rick Norman, a 6-foot-5-inch Fulton Steamer, was chosen for the Little All-Western Illinois team after breaking many school records during the basketball season. He averaged 19.5 points per game.

40 Years March 18, 1981

An open house will be held for the new J.Q. Jeffries Co. real estate office in Fulton at 1104 Fourth Street. The Fulton Realtor is Larry Sikkema.

The Steamer girls win at the Thomson Regional. Members of the team include Virginia Graham, manager; Lisa Anglese; Betsy Shear; Monica Bly; Tammy Wessels; Carol Stone; Donna Emmert, manager; Linda Holcomb; Peggy Kiger; Jill Zahnle; Linda Leonard; Wendy Hayen; Lynelle Bland; and Audrey Wilkins.

30 Years March 13, 1991

The second big blizzard of the winter hit the area, dumping 12 to 14 inches of heavy, wet snow throughout the region and closing schools and practically all area businesses.

Ben Ray, longtime principal at Fulton Elementary School, resigned with several months remaining in the school year. His reasons were stated as personal. Ray was a 27-year teacher and principal in the River Bend School system.

20 Years March 14, 2001

The River Bend Contig contest took place with the following winners: Fourth grade – Eric Geronzin, first place; Jordan Near, second place; Zebrianna Dauphin, third place. Fifth grade – Joey Schmitt, first place; Matt Gooch, second place; Amy Terrock, third place. Jordan Near, Joey Schmitt

and Matt Gooch will represent River Bend at the county contest.

Laura Seidelman, a junior at Fulton High School, was named February Student of the Month for outstanding effort and performance in the child care program at Whiteside Area Vocational Center in Sterling.

10 Years March 16, 2011

Dale Green and the Fulton Fire Department received a grant check from Jeanine Tufty from the Flikkema Foundation. The donation will buy new pagers and chargers, replacing the older pagers that no longer work because of the new Federal Communications Commission narrow banding of radio frequencies.

Karrie Kenney of Central Bank Fulton presented a $400 check to Brenda Oosterhouse to help support the Unity Christian School annual auction.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the Consolidated General Election to be held on Tuesday, the 6th of April, 2021, the following proposition will be submitted to the voters of the City of Morrison, County of Whiteside and State of Illinois.

PROPOSITION PROPOSITION TO LEVY TAX FOR RESTORATION OF NEGLECTED CEMETERIES

EARLY VOTING SCHEDULE Early Voting for the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election for all Whiteside County Precincts will be conducted at the Office of the Whiteside County Clerk at the Courthouse at 200 E. Knox Street in Morrison, beginning Thursday, February 25th through Monday, April 5th from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday and Saturday April 3 from 9 am until noon.

There will also be early voting on a limited basis available in Sterling for all Whiteside County Precincts at the Eastern Branch Court Facility at 101 E. Third Street in Sterling. The dates and times for voting in Sterling are: Wednesday, March 24, Thursday, March 25 and Friday, March 26 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Any valid registered voter in Whiteside County may vote during the early voting period, however, any vote cast is final, and may not be revoked, and the voter is not eligible to cast a vote on election day.

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Shall a tax of not exceeding .025% be levied each year on the taxable property in the City of Morrison, Illinois for the purpose of reconditioning and restoring neglected cemeteries, which are owned, managed, and/or controlled by the City, as provided in Section 11-50-1 of the Illinois Municipal Code?

YES NO The polls at the election will be open at 6:00 o'clock A.M. and will continue to be open until 7:00 o'clock P.M. of that day.

Dated this 16th day of March, 2021.

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Riverdale Scholastic Bowl wins regional title

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

On Monday, March 11, Riverdale Scholastic Bowl won regionals by defeating Annawan, 320-140, and ROWVA, 390-170. The team competed at sectionals in Elmwood on Saturday, March 13, playing against Farmington, Roanoke-Benson and St. Bede.

Toss-ups answered correctly for Riverdale against Annawan were four for Jack Kelley, two each for Rhaena Reece and Tommy Murray, and one each for Eli Mueller, Emmett Mueller and Garrett Houzenga. Team stats were 11 toss-ups answered for 90 points and 210 bonus points for 320 total points.

Toss-ups answered correctly for Riverdale against ROWVA were five for Murray, three for Kelley, two each for Eli Mueller and Emmett Mueller, and one each for Reece, Houzenga and Kyan Stuart. Team stats were 13 tossups answered for 130 points and 260 bonus points for 390 total points.

“This team secured two consecutive conference championships, something never done in Riverdale Scholastic Bowl history,” coach Jim Campbell said. “This was the first Riverdale team

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Members of the Riverdale Scholastic Bowl team are Garrett Houzenga (from left), Kyan Stuart, Rhaena Reece, Jack Kelley, Eli Mueller, Braden Vaughan, Emmett Mueller, Tommy Murray and Gaven Jenkins. Back row are assistant coach Brody Anderson and head coach Jim Campbell. to win conference and regionals in the same year since 2005. The seniors were full of potential when they entered high school and have realized most of their potential up to this point. We

Riverdale Middle School announces honor roll

Riverdale Middle School announced the Honor Roll for the second quarter.

Students on the High Honor Roll have achieved a GPA of 3.00 and above.

6th Grade

StraightA’s: Isla Baldwin, Cole Barrett, Marcus Bennett, Kamryn Covemaker, Jackson Fritch, KynLee Grant, Colton Heim, Cayleigh Hungate, Brady Junis, Madilyn Lewis and Lillian Skaggs.

High Honor Roll: Claire Arnold, Brandon Bristol, Austin Duke, Cullan Farrell, Macy Gitchel, Abram Krier, Paul McGeehon, Jillian Murray, Aiden Nichols, Carter Orr, Naomi Peschang, Elly Sallows, Grace Schmidt, Aubrey Smith, Ethan Swift, Jackson Tegeler, Grady White and Preslie Willemkens.

7th Grade

Straight A’s: Claire Beeler, Braeden Bode, Finley Brock, Katherine Cox, Dylan Edmondson, Payton Goode, Adam Hughes, Braden Janicki, Reagan Kearns, Caroline Kreiter, Kamryn Kruger, Evelyn Mattison, Caleb McCadden, Aubrey McGinty, Adysen McLaughlin, Caitlin Mumma, Yashvi Patel, Bailey Phillips, Amanda Jo

Shadrick, Catherine Smith, Mason Smyser, Drew Speckman, Dean Wainwright, Owen Wainwright, Kenadie Willemkens and Lance Winger.

High Honor Roll: Liliana Baxin, Caen Beckett, Morgan Bonertz, Madeline Burklund, Kaiden Cooper, Kali Fuller, Michael Kelley, Sayde Kovacic, Katelyn Ludin, Kameron Mahraun, Axel Pennock, Micah Reece, Blake Sutton, Austin Tessendorf and Bryce Wilson.

8th Grade

Straight A’s: Brody Barrett, Adam

Benoit, Tyler Bull-Welch, Taylor Churchill, William Cox, Mya Dalaska, Brie DeBlaey, Britta Gellerstedt, Madalyn Ketelsen, Kolton Kruse, Sophia Mattan, Andrew Murray, Makayla Oleson, Jordan Reickard, Aiden Sensabaugh, Ajoriea Slone, Kalvin Smith, Cedric Urek and Emilai Young.

High Honor Roll: Herchel Anderson, Samuel Butterfield, Brody Clark, Alianna Deporter, Kaylee Deporter, Aidan Dorathy, Michael Gannon, Colton Huffman, Olivia Mabeus, Brilee Owen, Isaiah Phelps, Colton Pifkin, Faith Romani, Gabriel Sallows and Claire Young.

are three wins from getting a sectional crown and we are excited.”

The team’s record is 13-1 overall, 10-1 in the TRAC. The varsity roster includes seniors

Jack Kelley, Garrett Houzenga, Eli Mueller, Rhaena Reece and Braden Vaughan; junior Kyan Stuart; and sophomores Gavin Jenkins, Tommy Murray and Emmett Mueller.

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Recognizing and celebrating American agriculture March 23 is National Ag Day, a time when producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government agencies and countless others across America gather to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided

by American agriculture.

As the world’s population soars, there is even greater demand for food, fiber and renewable resources produced in the U.S. The National Ag Day program believes that every American should: • Understand how food, fiber and renewable resource products are produced.

• Value the essential role of agriculture in maintaining a strong economy.

• Appreciate the role agriculture plays in providing safe, abundant and affordable products.

• Acknowledge and consider career opportunities in the agriculture, food, fiber and renewable resource industries.

Agriculture provides almost everything we eat, use and wear on a daily basis, and is increasingly contributing to fuel and other bio-products.

Each year, members of the agricultural industry gather together to promote American agriculture. This effort helps educate millions of consumers.

By far, the most effective part of this program is the role you play in helping spread the word. A few generations ago, most Americans were directly involved in – or had relatives or friends involved in – agricultural-related endeavors. Today, that is no longer the case. That is why it is so important that we join together at the community level. Our voices, in concert, become a shout that carries our message a great deal further than any one of us can do alone! We are pleased that you have joined this effort to promote American agriculture.

Why celebrate Ag Day?

Americans need to understand the value of agriculture in their daily lives.

Here are just some of the key reasons why it’s important to recognize – and celebrate – Ag Day each year.

Increased knowledge of agriculture and nutrition allows individuals to make informed personal choices about diet and health. Informed citizens will be able to participate in establishing the policies that will support a competitive agricultural industry in this country and abroad.

Employment opportunities exist across the board in agriculture. Career choices include: • Farm production • Agribusiness management and marketing • Agricultural research and engineering

• Food science • Processing and retailing • Banking • Education • Landscape architecture • Urban planning • Energy • Other fields Beginning in kindergarten and continuing through 12th grade, all students should receive some systematic instruction about agriculture. Agriculture is too important a topic to be taught only to the small percentage of students considering careers in agriculture and pursuing vocational agricultural studies. Agricultural literacy includes an understanding of agriculture’s history and current economic, social and environmental significance to all Americans. This understanding includes some knowledge of food, fiber and renewable resource production, processing and domestic and international marketing.

ABOVE AND LEFT: March 23 is National Ag Day, a time when producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government agencies and countless others across America gather to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by American agriculture.

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AGRICULTURE NEWS

The concept of sustainability varies by industry. Within the agricultural industry, sustainability is a multifaceted concept that has become increasingly popular in recent decades.

According to the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, sustainable agriculture seeks to increase profitable farm income, promote environmental stewardship, enhance quality of life for farm families and communities, and increase production for human food and fiber needs.

In an attempt to reach these goals, farmers who embrace sustainable agriculture may look to various practices.

• Cover crops: The Union of Concerned Scientists, a nonprofit organization that aims to employ independent science to address the planet’s most pressing problems, notes that cover crops are planted during the offseason when soils have traditionally been left bare. Cover crops can help prevent soil erosion and replenish the nutrients in the soil. Cover crops also can limit weed growth, reducing the need for herbicides that can prove harmful to the environment.

• Reduce or eliminate tillage: According to the UCS, traditional plowing, or tillage, can cause a significant amount of soil loss, even as it prepares fields for planting and reduces the likelihood of weed problems.

Eliminating or reducing tillage involves

inserting seeds directly into undisturbed soil, which can reduce erosion and improve the health of the soil.

• Integrated pest management: Integrated pest management techniques aim to minimize the use of chemical pesticides that can prove harmful to the environment and local wildlife. According to the University of California Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program, IPM strategies such as habitat manipulation and the planting of disease-resistant plants are designed to promote long-term prevention of pests and the damage such pests can cause.

• Agroforestry: The Association for Temperate Agroforestry defines agroforestry as an intensive land management system that incorporates trees and/or shrubs to optimize the benefits they provide when deliberately combined with crops and/or livestock. The shade and shelter provided by trees and shrubs can protect plants, animals and water resources.

• Crop/livestock integration: The UCS notes that there is growing evidence to suggest that the careful integration of crop and animal production can help farmers make their farms more efficient and profitable.

Sustainable agriculture is a complex concept that can benefit farmers, their local communities and the environment in myriad ways.

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Farmers who embrace sustainable agriculture may look to various practices.

AG EDUCATION

Visit Black Hawk College East Campus in person or online Prospective Black Hawk College students are invited to Spring Visit Days at the college’s East Campus.

Students and their parents can: • Tour the campus or participate in online/virtual activities.

• Meet faculty members and ag and equine competitive team coaches.

• Learn about campus life from student ambassadors.

If needed, students can take their placement test (AccuPlacer) and meet with an adviser to register for summer and fall classes.

Students can pick a visit day based on their area of interest:

Spring Visit Days are from 9 a.m. to April 8: Veterinary Technology April 9: Agriculture Business/Pro- noon. Space is limited for on-campus

duction (AAS) April 15: Agriculture Mechanics/Automotive Repair/Welding April 16: Equine April 22: Virtual Visit Day April 23: Agriculture Transfer

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For information, contact Samantha Rux at ruxs@bhc.edu or 309-854-1724.

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AGRICULTURE TECHNOLOGY

Technology making an impact on farming industry When asked to think of industries that use technology in unique ways, few people may immediately think of agriculture.

But technology has left a significant footprint in every industry, and the agricultural sector is no exception.

The National Institute of Food and Agriculture notes that modern farms operate a lot differently than the farms of yesteryear. Dramatic changes have taken place within the agricultural industry over the past few decades, helping farming operations become more efficient and profitable, as well as safer and more eco-friendly.

Robots, temperature and moisture sensors, aerial images and GPS technologies are now routinely employed within the agricultural industry. The NIFA notes that the value of such technologies cannot be understated.

Thanks to the technologies at their disposals, farmers no longer have to uniformly apply water, fertilizer and pesticides to their farms. Technology now allows

them to use only the minimum amounts required as they zero in on individual plants and target specific areas of their farms. The NIFA notes that the utilization of these technologies produces some very real benefits, including: • Higher crop productivity • Reduced impact on natural ecosystems • Less runoff of chemicals into rivers and groundwater • Increased worker safety Safer, more efficient and more eco-friendly operations can only make the agricultural industry more successful in the decades to come. That’s especially notable as the world continues to confront climate change and how it might affect the food supply.

Though few may recognize the role of technology in modern farming, there’s no denying the impact that technology has already had on the agricultural industry.

That impact figures to become even more profound in the decades to come.

Drones can be used in ways that can save farmers money and protect the planet.

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AGRICULTURE NEWS

USDA extends application deadline for QLA program The U.S. Department of Agriculture is extending the deadline until April 9 for agricultural producers to apply for the Quality Loss Adjustment program because of recent winter storms and some clarifications to program rules.

This program assists producers, including those in Illinois who suffered crop quality losses due to qualifying 2018 and 2019 natural disasters.

“Because of recent winter storms and some program updates, we want to provide additional weeks for producers to apply for the program,” said Zach Ducheneaux, administrator of the Farm Service Agency. “I want to make sure eligible producers have the opportunity to apply and to work with our team members to help with any questions. We recently clarified policy to ensure producers who sold grain to the feed market due to quality issues are adequately compensated.”

The QLA program assists producers whose eligible crops suffered quality losses due to qualifying drought, excessive moisture, flooding, hurricanes, snowstorms, tornadoes, typhoons, volcanic activity or wildfires.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is extending the deadline until April 9 for agricultural producers to apply for the Quality Loss Adjustment program because of recent winter storms and some clarifications to program rules.

Eligible crops include those for which federal crop insurance or noninsured crop disaster assistance program coverage is available, except for grazed crops and value loss crops, such as honey, maple sap, aquaculture, floriculture, mushrooms, ginseng root, ornamental nursery, Christmas trees and turfgrass sod. Additionally, crops that were sold or fed to livestock or that are in storage may be eligible.

Assistance is available in counties that received a presidential emergency disaster declaration or secretarial disaster designation, or for drought – a county rated by the U.S. drought

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monitor as having a D3 (extreme drought) or higher. Producers in counties that did not receive a qualifying declaration or designation still may apply but must provide supporting documentation.

The Farm Service Agency will issue payments once the application period ends. If the total amount of calculated QLA payments exceeds available program funding, payments will be prorated.

FSA began accepting applications Jan. 6 and has received more than 8,100 applications.

To apply, contact your local USDA

Because of recent winter storms and some program updates, we want to provide additional weeks for producers to apply for the program. I want to make sure eligible producers have the opportunity to apply and to work with our team members to help with any questions. We recently clarified policy to ensure producers who sold grain to the feed market due to quality issues are adequately compensated.”

Zach Ducheneaux, administrator of the Farm Service Agency service center. Information also is available at farmers.gov/quality-loss.

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For about 30 years, Illinois Farm Bureau has injected about $320,000 into the mission to get health care for farmers by means of the Rural Nurse Practitioner Scholarship Program.

This year, the bureau will award 15 scholarships in the amount of $4,000, funded by the Rural Illinois Medical Student Assistance Program.

Alex Kentner is a Vermilion County farmer and a 2018 recipient of one of the scholarships that helped him complete his degree in March 2020 online through Olivet Nazarene University. He now works in prompt care at OSF Healthcare in Danville.

As a resident of Bismarck, a village of about 500 in Vermilion County, he knows the challenge of getting a farmer in front of a doctor.

“Farmers are very resilient,” said Kentner, 30. “They take on not only physical stress, it’s mental stress. They deal with a lot of stuff, and, in turn, they don’t really take care of themselves because they’re caring for their land, their livestock, their crops and their families.”

“I don’t like to go to the doctor, so

To apply for a scholarship Applications for the Rural Practitioner Scholarship Program are available at county Farm Bureaus throughout the state, on the Rural Illinois Medical Student Assistance Program website at RIMSAP.com, or by writing Donna Gallivan, program manager, Illinois Farm Bureau, PO Box 2901, Bloomington, IL 61702-2901. Applications are due May 1.

For information, contact Gallivan at 309557-2350 or ordgallivan@ilfb.org. getting a farmer out of the tractor, into the truck and to a doctor is a challenge,” said Donna Gallivan, who has managed the RIMSAP program for about 10 years.

“Their priorities are a little different.

They might be more apt to push things off.”

For students to be eligible, they must commit to working two years in Illinois according to the scholarship. Megan Tuetken of Irving, a village of fewer than 400 that is an hour’s drive south of Springfield, plans to apply for her third scholarship, meaning if she gets it, she’ll be on the hook for six years in Illinois,

which poses zero issues. Her family and her husband’s family have farmed the area for generations. In fact, before building his own home, her cousin lived in the same house on a centennial farm that was home to their grandparents and great-grandparents.

“I don’t know that there’s anywhere else we’d ever go, or anything else we would do,” Tuetken said. “The land has been in our family for years.”

Same goes for Kentner, who is Bismarck born and bred.

“I’ve always enjoyed the small-town setting,” he said. “It was just always a goal of mine to provide care in this setting. It’s where I want to raise my family. There’s a huge need in underserved communities like this one.”

After earning her bachelor’s degree at Millikin University in 2005, Tuetken got a job at Memorial Medical Center, where she still works in the intensive care unit. She’ll finish her nurse practitioner degree online through Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville in May 2022.

In addition to farming, her husband, Luke, previously worked a second job at the power plant in Coffeen before it closed the day she started nurse practitioner school.

“So that was cool,” she said, laughing.

Luke quickly landed another second job with Corteva Pioneer, but it didn’t pay quite as well as the power plant gig.

So the scholarship is crucial to the family.

“We were going to make it work no matter what, but it definitely helped,” Megan said.

The Farm Bureau gives recipients a list of about 175 approved practice communities, Gallivan said. Danville was added recently after Kentner wrote a letter to the board asking it be included.

Tuetken is doing her clinicals in Hillsboro, a 10-minute drive from the family farm.

“I would love to work closer to home as a nurse practitioner,” she said. “It’s something I’ve wanted to do for a while.”

She’s hoping there will be a job there for her or in another nearby community.

One thing’s for certain: There will always be a need.

“Having a nurse practitioner near those communities is so important,” Gallivan said. “You figure if you’re a farmer and you’re diagnosed with diabetes, you can go to the clinic in the next town over rather than losing half a day to drive to the bigger cities to have it done.”

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joestevenson@shawmedia.com Coaches and athletes in the IHSA traditional spring sports around Illinois are rejoicing after learning last week that state finals are planned for their sports in June.

The COVID-19 pandemic wiped out the entire spring sports season in 2020, along with the boys basketball state tournaments.

The IHSA Board of Directors met Monday and approved a recommendation to set dates and parameters for badminton, baseball, softball, bass fishing, boys gymnastics, boys tennis, boys volleyball, girls soccer, journalism, boys and girls lacrosse, boys and girls track and field and boys and girls water polo.

Boys and girls lacrosse and boys volleyball cannot conduct state finals under current Illinois Department of Public Health mitigations.

However, the board approved plans to host those state finals in hopes that mitigation changes will allow for it by that time.

The state series guidelines will be posted online and shared with coaches and personnel later this week.

The IHSA also released a statement that outdoor sports can

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The 2019 IHSA softball state championship trophy sits on a table with the regional, sectional and supersectional plaques. Softball and baseball are among the traditional IHSA spring sports that will be allowed to compete for state titles as the COVID-19 pandemic improves. increase their attendance over the limit of 50 from indoor sports.

Under the IDPH guidelines, schools within regions under Phase 4 mitigations are allowed up to 20% capacity for outdoor events.

The spring sports first affected by

this will be football and boys soccer.

Girls volleyball, an inside sport that starts soon, still will be limited to 50.

“We have been adamant in our discussions with IDPH that we believe we can safely and responsibly expand spectator guidelines

without risking the general public to greater exposure to COVID-19,” IHSA Executive Director Craig Anderson said.

“This felt like a commonsense change, especially as we evaluated collegiate and pro sport spectator guidelines in the state, and are happy for the student-athletes who will be participating in IHSA outdoor sports this spring and summer, as well as for their families and friends.”

In the fall, the IHSA’s postseason series for sports considered low risk (boys and girls cross country, boys and girls golf, girls tennis and girls swimming) ended with sectional competitions.

The last state finals in an IHSA sports were last year’s Classes 3A and 4A girls basketball tournaments in early March.

Now, with lower COVID-19 numbers around the state, the IHSA can have its state finals in sports that did not get any season at all a year ago.

The IHSA also will be posting a sport-by-sport mitigation guidance later in the week so those in spring sports (now considered the “summer season” in May and June by the IHSA) can better prepare for their seasons.

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The platform features a clean, modern design, streamlined content and a 24/7 call center (866-716-6550) to enable fast and easy transactions.

The system also provides users a seamless transition from the previous wildlife and fish licensing system and Reserve America. Prior users will simply need to log in as

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All profile, license and past purchase information, as well as active campground reservations, have been loaded into the new system.

New users can easily create a username and password.

IDNR partnered with digital government solutions firm NIC Inc., to develop and manage the new licensing, registration and reservation platform.

NIC has 20 years of experience in outdoor licensing solutions across 12 states, including Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Mississippi, Alabama, Maine and South Carolina, in addition to extensive expertise in managing digital government services and payment processing solutions.

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Scouting local Three Rivers Conference teams with teams against whom Riverdale played a one-possession game in 2019: Kewanee, Sherrard and Rockridge. ...

Senior Bryan Caves was an all-conference defensive lineman in 2019 and is pretty adept at grappling with people.

He’s a three-time state medalist in wrestling, including a state title in 2020 at 220 pounds, and will wrestle at Central Michigan.

FULTON STEAMERS

2019 record: 5-5 (4-2) Coach: Patrick Lower (63-63, 14th

year)

Worth noting: The Steamers’ five losses last season came to teams with a combined record of 52-9. Aquin and Morrison had undefeated regular seasons, and Newman won the Class 2A state championship. ... Since 2006, the Steamers have had exactly five wins or five losses (or both) eight times, including back-to-back 5-5 campaigns in 2018 and 2019. ... This will be Fulton’s last season in the Three Rivers. The River Bend School Board voted in 2020 to join the NUIC, a move that takes effect in the fall. ...

Fulton’s 1-2 rushing punch of Ethan Rash and Kyler Pessman combined for 1,551 yards and 24 touchdowns in 2019. They are back to lead the rushing game this year. Keegan VanKampen and Jake Jones also will see carries. ...

The offensive line is deep, anchored by senior center Max Pannell and senior guard Nate Portz, both of whom were second-team all-conference picks last year, as well as senior tackle Josh Huizenga and junior tackle Joey Huizenga.

Cole Schipper, another junior, will see some snaps. It could have been even deeper, but senior Jake North will miss the season following surgery.

Three Rivers Conference Mississippi Division ERIE-PROPHETSTOWN Morrison’s Nate Helms

Fulton’s Ethan Rash

through six straight losing seasons, including a single-win campaign in 2014 and two wins in 2018. But things have turned around once again, as Morrison won 11 games last year, won the Three Rivers Rock, and reached the quarterfinals before losing to Annawan-Wethersfield. ... Morrison got the job done with defense in 2019, pitching three shutouts and holding six other teams to seven points or fewer. ...

The Mustangs bring back a veteran quarterback in senior Nate Helms. In 17 career starts, Helms has completed 56% of his passes (56-for-160) for 1,483 yards and 15 touchdowns. ... Morrison has a veteran two-way player in tight end/outside linebacker TC Ottens. In 12 career starts, he has 17 catches for 216 yards and two touchdowns, as well as 15 tackles and an interception playing defense. ... Morrison returns the interior of its offensive line intact with guards Justice Imel and Aaron Wolfe

and center Tyson Smith. Imel is also a returner as a defensive end, with eight career sacks and 39 career tackles. ...

Morrison will rely on four key newcomers, Thomas Dauphin and Kayden White on offense and Alex Anderson and Nathan Schaefer on defense. All are juniors.

from being a playoff team in 2019. A Week 1 loss to Kewanee, 28-22, came in part due to a handful of big plays by the Boilermakers. The Rams lost to eventual conference champion Morrison by 13 and to eventual state champion Newman by seven points, a game that saw Riverdale with the ball late with a chance to tie before a Comets interception. The Rams’ five-game spring schedule includes three games

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assists, and Chloe Sweitzer added

ter halftime.

Thunder to a home nonconference win over the Panthers.

The teams were tied 9-9 after one quarter, and the Panthers led 19-18 at halftime before the Thunder outscored them 24-10 in the second half.

Mak Glassburn led the Panthers with 10 points.

Eastland 62, Fulton 29: The Cougars closed their season with a nonconference win over the Steamers.

Karlie Krogman had a double-double in her final game for Eastland (16-1), finishing with 12 points, 11 rebounds, six assists and three steals.

Senior Talena Rogers had 15 points, seven rebounds, four steals and three

led 18-3 after one quarter, 32-12 at halftime and 53-22 after three periods.

Liz Fish had 16 points to lead Fulton, and Kylie Collachia scored seven.

which trailed 29-24 at halftime and 4332 after three quarters. Alex Anderson chipped in six points.

Erie-Prophetstown 49, Hall 47: The Panthers used a 19-12 scoring edge in the fourth quarter to rally for a Three Rivers East win in Erie.

Connor Sibley scored 15 points, and Kolby Franks added 13 for Erie-Prophetstown, which led 22-20 halftime, but trailed 35-30 after three quarters.

MORRISON MUSTANGS

2019 record: 11-1 (6-0) Coach: Ryan Oetting (13-8, 3rd year) Worth noting: Morrison notched

eight straight winning seasons from 2005 through 2012, then suffered

RIVERDALE RAMS

2019 record: 4-5 (2-4) Coach: Guy Dierikx (11-25, 5th year) Worth noting: The Rams were not far

2019 record: 2-7 (1-5) Coach: Jesse Abbott Worth noting: The Panthers will split

home games between Erie and Prophetstown, facing St. Bede in Erie on April 1 and Morrison in Prophetstown on April 16. ... Jacob Grunder, a senior running back and linebacker, is coming back after a shoulder separation. He is a power rusher and has put on added muscle in the offseason. ... Abbott will lean on the Panthers’ junior class to play key roles.

Connor Sibley, Mason Misfeldt and Kolby Franks are all in the mix to fill roles left open by graduation. ... Abbott sees more athletes who can operate in space this season, which could allow the Panthers to open things up a bit more in the playbook. ... On defense, Erie-Prophetstown will change up a couple of the schemes and be a bit more aggressive than in years past. ... Many of the skill position players also play basketball, so Abbott and Panthers basketball coach Ryan Winckler allowed them to focus on hoops before bringing them back into the football fold once basketball season ended.

AREA SPORTS ROUNDUP Michael Miner paced the Panthers

Nate Helms had nine points, and with a 607 series, while Dominic JorWest Carroll 42, Erie-Prophetstown nine points and three assists. Ten 29: A strong second half rallied the players scored for the Cougars, who Zack Eads scored seven for Morrison, dan added a 551 series with a team-

Boys basketball

Rockridge 56, Fulton 47: The Steamers dropped a Three Rivers West game on the road in their season finale, falling behind 33-24 by halftime and trailing 45-35 after three quarters.

Connor Barnett poured in 23 points, and Ian Wiebenga added eight for Fulton (11-2).

Orion 54, Morrison 44: The Mustangs lost a Three Rivers West home game, as the Chargers pulled away af-

high 222 game.

Geneseo 3,434, Erie-Prophetstown 2,952: The Panthers lost a nonconfer-

ence dual, dropping all three games against the Maple Leafs.

Seth Copeland rolled a 578 series that featured games of 211 and 203.

Bryce VanDeWostine added a 528 series for Erie-Prophetstown.

Girls bowling

Boys bowling

Sterling 2,695, Erie-Prophetstown 2,048: The Golden Warriors rolled

three games in a nonconference victory at Hilltop Lanes in Morrison.

Alison Croegaert’s 426 series led Erie-Prophetstown.

Sterling 3,323, Erie-Prophetstown past the Panthers at Blackhawk 2,918: The Golden Warriors won all Lanes.

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PROPERTY TRANSFERS

Warranty deeds • Danielle L. Munson to Kevin D. and Regina S. Dykstra, 1110 Second Ave., Fulton, $157,500.

• Michael J. Bushaw to Brian J. and Jennifer L. Suarez, 18716 Malvern Road, Morrison, $30,000.

• Community State Bank of Rock Falls to Robert C. and Kathleen G. Barsema, five parcels on 16th Ave., Fulton, $54,000.

• Franklin D. Slick to Ramon C. and Melissa A. Woessner, 26585 Clark Road, Sterling, $1,450,000.

• Christopher and Kathy Steele to Alexander N. Marcure, 21856 Quinn Road, Sterling, $140,000.

• Gail T. Young to Scott T. and Abigail M. Temple, farmland in Portland Township, $0.

• Kophamer Blean Property management LLC Series II to George Thomas Pelka and Suyi Lu, 610 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, $80,000.

• Dana K. and Christopher J. Thompson to Kelsi N. Bartow, 1001 Oak Ave., Sterling, $64,000.

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• Austin M. Vonholten to Bryan K. and Michelle L. Lenox, 28981 Gaulrapp Road, Rock Falls, $165,000.

• Patricia J. Sanders, also Kolb to Conni J. Person, 1308 10th Ave., Rock Falls, $75,500.

• Sharie McCue to PJH Real Estate, 23285 Mathew Road, Sterling, $100,000.

• Dawn R. Dahl to Scott V. and Anne E. Lawrence, 13135 Pleasant St., Morrison, $195,000.

• William C. and Judith E. Asbury to Aaron Beets, 1901 Oak Grove Ave., Sterling, $131,000.

• Delmar and Francis J. McNinch to Joseph P. McDonald, 403 E. Ninth St., Rock Falls, $32,000.

• Cristy Gallegos, Dora Hetzel and Jack A. State Peterson to Debra Bartley, 1002 W. Fifth St., Rock Falls, $78,000.

• Kurt K. Landis to Daniel J. and Wendy L. Wells, 1507 Fourth Ave., Sterling, $144,500.

• Marc Juarez, Annette Skinner and Martha E. Aldridge Estate to Luis F. Mendez Zaragoza, 500 12th Ave., Rock Falls, $63,000.

• Daniel J. and Wendy L. Wells to Angela A. and Joseph L. Lopez Jr., 505 W. 21st St., Sterling, $229,000.

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• Michael R. and Becky Echebarria to Kurt K. Landis and Andrea M. Loy, 15722 Golf Hill Drive, Sterling, $270,000.

• Larry Musche to Gregory B. Cole, 210 S. Fremont St., Tampico, $26,000.

• Kophamer Blean Property Management LLC Series II to Michael and Dana McCoy, 302 S. Base St., Morrison, $64,000.

• Randy and Linda J. Hook to Larry G. and Christie L. Poci, 27962 Knief Road, Rock Falls, $137,000.

• Vanessa D. Sharp to Daniel A. Mercado, 701 W. 10th St., Rock Falls, $76,000.

• Stanley A. Wypasek heirs, Robert and Donald Wypasek, Judy Wypasek Rhodes and Nancy Gardner to Braeden L. Phillips, 1107 W. 20th St., Rock Falls, $23,000.

• Juan H. Gonzalez and Christinia R. Garcia to Loretta Dahler, 911 Fifth Ave., Sterling, $86,500.

• Connie S. Buchanan, formerly Grenoble to Chelsea Janes, 1802 Ave. L. Sterling, $94,000.

• Regina S. and Kevin D. Dykstra to Tyler Clayton Spencer, 1412 Ninth Ave., Fulton, $127,000.

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• Paula J. Trent to Paula J. Trent, Dawn Heckman and Robert Sager, 703 W. Wall St., Morrison, $0.

• Karen L. Gul to Linda L. Chastain, 308 East Ave., Prophetstown, $0.

• Junetta M. Prince to Junetta M. Prince and Glenn A. and Michael D. Ramos, 1901 Ave. E, Sterling, $0.

Trustee’s deeds • Front Street Land Trust No. 2017 to Timothy P. Ulve, 24925 Front St., Sterling, $0.

• Marianna Wright Trust to Michael R. and Becky S. Echebarria, 2227 River View Drive, Rock Falls, $410,000.

Executor’s deed • Stirling E. Bowers Estate to Ahha Enterprises Inc., 416 W. Third St., Prophetstown, $40,000.

• Margaretha M. Holcomb Estate to Aaron Kenton Ulrich, 101 S. Main St., Albany, $146,000.

• Jerry Lee Dittmar Estate to Marcus S. Mossholder, 403 14th Ave., Rock Falls, $36,000.

Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

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TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ABOVESAID PARCELS WERE SOLD ON DECEMBER 27, 2018, FOR GENERALTAXES FOR THE YEAR 2017 AND PRIOR YEARS, AND THAT THE PERIOD OF REDEMPTION FROM SUCH SALE EXPIRES JULY 30, 2021. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT A PETITION FOR ORDER DIRECTING ISSUANCE OF TAX DEEDS HAS BEEN FILED IN THE ABOVESAID CAUSE AS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED PARCELS BY ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, AND THAT ON AUGUST 26, 2021 AT 3:00 PM, SAID PETITIONER WILL APPLY FOR AN ORDER THAT A TAX DEED ISSUE AS TO EACH ABOVESAID PARCEL NOT REDEEMED ON OR BEFORE JULY 30, 2021. /S/ ROCK ISLAND COUNTY AS TRUSTEE, PETITIONER. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT THE COUNTY CLERK ADDRESS: 1504 3RD AVENUE, ROCK ISLAND, IL 61201 TELEPHONE: (309) 558-3570

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CHURCH LISTINGS ALBANY Albany United Methodist Church 502 N. 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 Road, 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 and 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 and Matt Winquist Zion Lutheran Church 17628 Hubbard Road, East Moline Rev. Gary A. Wright - 309-496-3592

ERIE Erie Baptist Church 8th Ave. and 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, 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 email: fultonpres@mchsi.com.

Garden Plain Presbyterian Church 14915 Sands Road, 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 St., 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. 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 FaceBook live at 10 a.m. Sundays Church Of St. Anne Episcopal 401 N Cherry St., Morrison, 815-772-2818 stannemorrison@frontiernet.net www.churchofstannemorrison.org Crossroads Community Church 201 W. Market, 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 Sundays 10:15 a.m.

YouTube Channel: First Presbyterian Church firstpresmorrison@gmail.com www.firstpresmorrison.org Kingdom Life Community Church 11429 Ward Road, 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 Road, Morrison 815-772-3095

WISDOM

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Heating and Air

309-659-2195

“For your wisest climate solutions”

Farm • Residential • Commercial Wiring & Contracting

Allure of Prophetstown

Senior Living Apartments Skilled Nursing Services Hospice Impatient Outpatient Therapy Service 310 Mosher Drive, Prophetstown

815-537-5175

Erie, Illinois

Dr. Bill Wilkin Dr. Scott Kunau Dr. Tina Kao-Reasoner 1130 17th Street, Fulton, IL

815-589-4007

CHURCH LISTINGS

Morrison Christian Reformed Church www.morrisoncrc.org 815-772-4657 300 W. South St. Pastor Kevin Verhoeven bethelrevkev@gmail.com

PORT BYRON Bethel Baptist 27308 108th Ave. N., Port Byron Church Phone: 309-523-3352 Pastor Lee Williams Church of the Cross United Methodist Church 22621 IL 2 and 92, Port Byron Pastor Angel Gomez Parish Office: 309-523-9101 Countryside Christian Church 3817 230th St. N., Port Byron Pastor Steve Allison Church Phone: 309-523-2834 Fairfield United Methodist Church 235th St. at 115th Ave. North, Port Byron Pastor Larry Misfeldt - 309-523-3767 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, IL 61275 Church Office Phone: 309-523-2396 Email: portbumc@frontiernet.net Jim Crozier, Pastor

Becky Butterfield Youth and 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 Leon United Methodist Church 17173 Lomax Road, Prophetstown Pastor Jan Shaulis Prophetstown United Methodist Church 200 W. 2nd St., Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - 815-537-2496

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 Phone 309-496-2414

TAMPICO St. Mary Catholic Church 105 Benton St., Tampico Fr. Richard M. Russo, Pastor Phone 815-438-5425 Tampico Baptist Church 209 W. 3rd St., Tampico Pastor Ethan Horton Tampico First United Methodist Church Pastor Leanne Keate - 815-438-2530 Church phone - 815-438-6105

Tampico, Illinois

815-438-4402

Insurance Agency, Inc.

Brent Dykstra, Agent In River City Mall

1426 10th Avenue, Fulton

815-589-2200

The preschoolers at Messiah Lutheran Preschool were busy making leprechaun traps this week in hopes that a wee leprechaun would appear. They set their traps Wednesday night, and when they arrived at school, they found a huge mess with tiny green footprints all around the room. Even though they played a trick, the leprechauns still left them chocolate gold coins!

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

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Dykstra & Law

Trying to capture leprechauns

Submitted photos

CHURCH BRIEFS

Emmanuel Reformed free community meals

The free community Wednesday night drive-thru meals will conclude for the spring this Wednesday from 5:30 to 6 p.m.

This week’s menu will be Cavatini pasta bake, mixed vegetables, garlic breadstick and red velvet cake.

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.

This Sunday’s 8:30 a.m. (masks mandatory) and 10 a.m. (masks recommended) worship services will have Pastor Luke Schouten continuing his Lenten message series, “Journey of the Stones” with his message “Upon This Rock” drawn from Matthew 16: 13-20.

Exaltation will lead the worship set. 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.

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.

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

First Reformed Church Sunday worship

Worship begins at 9 a.m. on the fifth Sunday of Lent, March 21, at First Reformed Church, 510 - 15th Avenue in Fulton. Pastor Chuck Huckaby will preach, and the special music will be a women’s trio. Social distancing will be practiced and masks are required.

A women’s Bible study with Renee Huckaby on the book of Ephesians takes place Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at the church and 6:30 p.m. on Zoom.

Pastor Chuck leads a Bible study on the Ten Commandments on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. both in person and on Zoom.

The next Creative Crew meeting will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 24.

Services are 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 information, go to our website at www.firstrcafulton.org..

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St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 601 N. Jackson St., Morrison www.stpetersmorrison.com Pastor Anthony Appel

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. TIMOTHY KENNEDY A/K/A TIMOTHY SHAWN KENNEDY; EIKO OLIVER; BIC BRADY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF VIRGINIA KENNEDY, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; WILLIAM BREEDLOVE, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, VIRGINIA KENNEDY, DEFENDANTS. NO. 19 CH 292 3001 31ST STREET UNIT J ROCK ISLAND, IL 61201 JUDGE PRESIDING JUDGE NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on September 8, 2020, will on 04/23/2021, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 09:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: UNIT #7 AND GARAGE #7 OF CRESTWOOD CONDOMINIUMS, AS DELINEATED ON PLAT OF SURVEY OF A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 17 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST OF THE 4TH P.M., IN ROCK ISLAND, ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 12; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF 30TH STREET, A DISTANCE OF 50 FEET; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE NORTH R.O.W. OF 31ST AVENUE A DISTANCE OF 354 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 2 BERTHA L. BATTLES 2ND ADDITION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 38'16" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 129.96 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 2 ALSO BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 87'40'28" WEST A DISTANCE OF 218.96 FEET; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 03'22" EAST A DISTANCE OF 171.32 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 11'04" EAST A DISTANCE OF 104.50 FEET; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 07'09" EAST A DISTANCE OF 65.16 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 8 COLONIAL LANE ADDITION; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 07'22" EAST A DISTANCE OF 50.51 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 23 COLONIAL LANE ADDITION; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 47'22" WEST A DISTANCE OF 50.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 07'22" EAST A DISTANCE OF 136.78 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF LOT 4 OAK HILLS 1ST ADDITION; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 01'37" WEST A DISTANCE OF 153.95 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 4; THENCE SOUTH 87 DEGREES 41'41" EAST A DISTANCE OF 81.68 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 4; THENCE SOUTH 16 DEGREES 46'17" WEST A DISTANCE OF 35.74 FEET; THENCE NORTH 87 DEGREES 53' WEST A DISTANCE OF 147.95 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING CONTAINING 1.35 ACRES, WHICH PLAT OF SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT A TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM MADE BY THE ROCK ISLAND BANK, A NATIONAL BANKING ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED JANUARY 8, 1979, AND KNOW AS TRUST NO. 5 RO 9516. RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS OF ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS DOCUMENT NO. 861687; TOGETHER WITH A PERCENTAGE OF THE COMMON ELEMENTS APPURTENANT TO SAID UNIT AS SET FORTH IN SAID DECLARATION, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, WHICH PERCENTAGE SHALL AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH AMENDED DECLARATIONS, AND TOGETHER WITH ADDITIONAL COMMON ELEMENTS AS SUCH AMENDED DECLARATIONS ARE FILED OF RECORD, IN THE PERCENTAGES SET FORTH IN SUCH AMENDED DECLARATIONS, WHICH PERCENTAGES SHALL AUTOMATICALLY BE DEEMED TO BE CONVEYED EFFECTIVE ON THE RECORDING OF EACH SUCH AMENDED DECLARATION AS THOUGH CONVEYED HEREBY IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 1612228007 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3001 31st Street Unit J Rock Island, IL 61201 Description of Improvements: Gray vinyl siding, one story condo, attached two car garage The Judgment amount was $127,942.93.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (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: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 20-05202IL PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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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 MARTIN H. MEREMA Case No. 2021 P 1 Notice is given to the creditors of the death of MARTIN H. MEREMA, who died on October 30, 2020, and that letters of office as were issued on January 5, 2021, appointing Kenneth D. Vanderploeg and Judith A. Vanderploeg, of 6924 Indian Hills Rd., Fulton, IL 61252, as Independent Representa-

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epre tives, 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 September 16, 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

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y within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 16th day of March, 2021.

REBECCA L. HUIZENGA Attorney for the Estate 1011 4th Street Fulton, Illinois 61252 (815) 589-2859 March 16, 23, 30, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF STANLEY J. DOMACK, DECEASED NO: 2021 P 6 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Stanley J.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL/BID 1. PROJECT OVERVIEW. Coe Township, County of Rock Island, a public tax exempt entity, is seeking qualified bidders for lawn mowing services at the Coe Township Administrative Building located at 9327 239th Street North, Port Byron, Illinois, Fairfield Cemetery: 115th Ave. N/235 ST. N, Port Byron, Illinois, and Pleasant Point Cemetery: 25222 94th Ave N, Port Byron, Illinois. Mowing and trimming shall be performed on an as needed basis during the growing season, to keep grass and weed height at a maximum of 3"-4". Care must be taken to prevent damage to headstones and markers.

2. NOTICE TO BIDDERS. a. Sealed bids will be received by the Coe Township Board of Trustees until 5:00 P.M. CST, April 5th, 2021. All sealed bids will be publicly opened and read at 7:00 P.M. CST, April 7th, 2021 at the Coe Township Administrative Building 9327 239th Street North Port Byron, Illinois. Mailing or delivery of sealed bids shall be directed to: Coe Township, Attn: Steve Simpson, 9327 239th Street North Port Byron, Illinois 61275 b. Each submitted bid shall be enclosed and sealed in an envelope with the name and address of the bidder and the date and time of the deadline for receipt of bids, all plainly shown on the outside of the envelope. c. The successful bidder must present proof of liability insurance prior to first mowing, with minimum coverage limit of $500,000 for each occurrence and $1,000,000 aggregate. d. The Township reserves the right to cancel the contract at any time for non-compliance with the specification requirements. e. The bid should be based on the cost for each mowing and trimming of the property. f. Coe Township reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive any informalities in the bid process. g. No mowing on Sunday morning during Church services. h. No mowing during Funerals. i. Each property must be bid out individually. The final bid will be adding all three properties together.

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, IL-JUVENILE DIVISION In the interest of M.D. A Minor 21JA14 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given to Tyler Deyo and to Any and All Unknown Fathers, Address: unknown and to any and all it may concern, that on 2/5/21 a

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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 4/9/21 at 9:00 a.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 IN THIS PROCEEDING TO TAKE FROM YOU THE CUSTODY AND GUARDIANSHIP OF THE MINOR, TO TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS, AND TO APPOINT A 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: 3/5/21 Tammy R Weikert Circuit Clerk By: rmb March 16, 2021 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN To the legal voters, residents of the

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Town of Prophetstown in the County of Whiteside and State of Illinois, that the Annual Town Meeting of said Town will take place on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 being the second Tuesday of said month at the hour of 6 o'clock P. M. at 113 High St., Prophetstown, IL for the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said town; and after a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider reports of officers, and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting.

Dated: March 10, 2021 Jacqueline Roman Town Clerk March 16, 2021 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on March 5, 2021, 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 known business as: Connie Stewart Appraisals, located at 414 Grove Street, Prophetstown, IL 61277.

Dated this 5th day of March 2021.

Dana Nelson County Clerk Mar. 16, 23, 30, 2021 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Village of Port Byron Board of trustees, in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, that a proposed budget for said Village for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2021 and ending March 31, 2022 will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection, at the Village Hall, 120 S Main Street, Port Byron, IL 61275, from 9:00 o'clock a.m. on the 10th day of March 2021, during normal business

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hours. Notice is further hereby given that a public hearing on said budget will be held at 5:30 p.m. on the 22nd day of March 2021, at the Village Hall, 120 S Main Street, Port Byron, IL. PLEASE NOTE: THE Port Byron Village Board of trustees will hold regularly their scheduled meeting immediately following the hearing.

Kristie Guardia Deputy Clerk Village of Port Byron March 16, 2021 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on March 11, 2021, 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: Dave's Garage, located at 417 12th St., Erie, IL 61250.

Dated this 11th day of March 2021.

Dana Nelson County Clerk Mar. 16, 23, 30, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Champion Mortgage Company PLAINTIFF Vs. Mabel Wassell; et. al.

DEFENDANTS No. 2020CH116 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 02/19/2021, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 20, 2021 at the hour of 9:15 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock

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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: THE LAND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SITUATED IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT NUMBER 46 OF QUEENSBERRY, AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF SILVIS, ILLINOIS. PIN 18-05-309-051 06-4204400-7048 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1413 20th Ave Silvis, IL 61282 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 of the thereof 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 765 ILCS Act, 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property

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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 receive a shall 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 individuals other 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 ILLINOIS THE 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.

Please refer to file number 14-1912342.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY-ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC, PLAINTIFF vs.

JOSE A. VARGAS; DEFENDANT NO. 2020CH88 Judge Presiding Address: 3814 10th Avenue Court Moline, Illinois 61265 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 8, 2021, I, Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois, will on April 9, 2021 at the hour of 9:00 AM at the Rock Island County Justice Center, 1317 3rd Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT NUMBER TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-TWO (222), IN PARCEL NUMBER TWO (2) MOLETTE ADDITION, AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MOLINE, ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 3814 10th Avenue Court, Moline, Illinois 61265 P.I.N.: 08-34-318-095 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $81,429.47 Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real

LEGAL NOTICES 101 ag estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may automatically be forfeited to the State without further notice.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (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: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC,

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230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 20 7871.

Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@ johnsonblumberg. com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 20 7871 I3163108 March 2, 9, 16, 2021 Village of Albany Budget Hearing The Village of Albany will have a Budget Hearing for 2021-2022 Budget March 24, 2021 at 4:30 P.M. at the Municipal Bldg. located at 102 S Main St. Budget can be viewed at the Village during regular business hours.

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REAL ESTATE 200 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Champion Mortgage Company PLAINTIFF Vs. Mabel Wassell; et. al.

DEFENDANTS No. 2020CH116 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Judgment of a Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 02/19/2021, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on April 20, 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

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101 y Domack, Letters of Office were issued to Sharon A. Hawkins, whose address is 1301 S. Blackhawk Road, Oregon, IL 61061, as Independent Representative, whose attorney of record is Lester S. Weinstine, of the Law Offices of Lester S. Weinstine, P.C., P.O. Box 409, Morrison, IL 61270-0409. yClaims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk's Office, Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois, or with the representative, or both, on or before the 2nd day of September, 2021, or if mailing or delivery of a 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 by the claimant to the representative and to the repreattorsentative's ney within ten (10) days after it has o hebeen filed.

Sharon A. Hawkins, Independent Representative for the Estate of Stanley J. Domack, Deceased LESTER S. WEINSTINE ARDC#02968592 LAW OFFICES OF LESTER S. WEINSTINE, P.C. P.O. BOX 409 MORRISON, IL 61270-0409 TEL: 815-772-7211 FAX: 815-772-8599 Mar. 2, 9, 16, 2021

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REAL ESTATE 200 public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 18-05-309-051 06-4204400-7048 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1413 20th Ave Silvis, IL 61282 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 $1

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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 CondoProperty minium Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any and assessment due legal fees under the Condominium Property

rope y 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. TIMOTHY KENNEDY A/K/A TIMOTHY SHAWN KENNEDY; EIKO OLIVER; BIC BRADY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF VIRGINIA KENNEDY, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; WILLIAM BREEDLOVE, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, VIRGINIA KENNEDY, DEFENDANTS. NO. 19 CH 292 3001 31ST STREET UNIT J ROCK ISLAND, IL 61201 JUDGE PRESIDING JUDGE NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on September 8, 2020, will on 04/23/2021, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 09:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 1612228007 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3001 31st Street Unit J Rock Island, IL 61201 Description of Improvements: Gray vinyl siding, one story condo, attached two car garage The Judgment amount was $127,942.93.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (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: Visit our website at http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 20-05202IL PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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REAL ESTATE 200 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 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

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REAL ESTATE 200 Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876.

Please refer to file number 14-1912342.

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JOSE A. VARGAS; DEFENDANT NO. 2020CH88 Judge Presiding Address: 3814 10th Avenue Court Moline, Illinois 61265 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 8, 2021, I, Sheriff of Rock Island County,

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DEPUTY CLERK / OFFICE ASSISTANT

Position available for a deputy clerk / office assistant for the Village of Lyndon.

Some job duties include computer/water billing, help with payroll, customer service/ reception, attending some board meetings, taking and transcribing minutes. Some computer experience helpful. Position will be up to 20 hours a week & pay is $11.00 per hour. Applications are available at the Lyndon Village Hall, 605 West Commercial, Lyndon, IL, between the hours of 8am and 4pm. Monday through Friday. 815-778-4484

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Part Time The Whiteside County Public Defender's Office is accepting applications and resumes for a part-time Assistant Public Defender.

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois.

Job responsibilities include the representation of clients in felony, misdemeanor, traffic & juvenile cases, along with other duties as assigned.

Salary is dependent on experience.

Send resumes to: Mark Holldorf, Whiteside County Courthouse 200 E. Knox Street Morrison, IL 61270 or email to publicdefender@whiteside.org Resumes must be received no later than March 30, 2021.

REAL ESTATE 200 ounty, Illinois, will on April 9, 2021 at the hour of 9:00 AM at the Rock Island County Justice Center, 1317 3rd Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: COMMON ADDRESS: 3814 10th Avenue Court, Moline, Illinois 61265 P.I.N.: 08-34-318-095 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $81,429.47 Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale

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REAL ESTATE 200 without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may

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DRIVERS Naeve Incorporated - Andover, IA Hiring Immediately

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SEASONAL POSITION

The City of Morrison is accepting applications for seasonal part-time, and seasonal full-time Mowing / Weed Eating / Grounds Maintenance to work during May - September.

20-40 hrs/week. This position has somewhat flexible hours but scope of hours often depends on the weather.

The City is also accepting applications for summer help for the June - August time frame.

Job Applications can be found here http://www.morrisonil.org/ wp-content/uploads/2020/03/ Employment-Application_ Summer-Help.pdf or picked up at City Hall.

Contact for questions & send applications to: lmatlack@morrisonil.org or drop off at City Hall. EOE

REAL ESTATE 200 surp y be automatically forfeited to the without State further notice.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (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 ILLINOIS THE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 20 7871.

Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@ johnsonblumberg. com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 20 7871 I3163108 March 2, 9, 16, 2021

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Websites are: Auction Zip #3815 Tipton Auction Service.net 3001 IL. Rt. 84 Thomson IL. 815-590-8206 Frank Tipton, Auctioneer, ftipton@grics.net, 815-259-5015

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