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.Due to the high water levels of the Rock River, the Prophetstown State Recreation Area is closed. Consistent rain activity has resurfaced memories of the 2019 spring which recorded record rainfall. Over the last half century, average annual precipitation in most of the Midwest has increased by 5 to 10 percent which accounts for the increase in local flooding.

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Sports Guidelines

Thomson Prison

United Way

What about the potential return of sports? / 5

Facility removed from quarantine list. / 3

Summer meals to kick off in June. / 8

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Health News.....................................7 Glimpses...........................................7 Agri News ......................................9

DEATHS Michael “Mike” Null, Page 8

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Men’s Club donates to local food pantries

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The Coon Creek Men’s Club of Prophetstown (also known as the “Old Jaycees”) recently donated $2,000 to the Prophetstown Food Pantry and $1,000 to the Tampico Food Pantry. This effort was spearheaded by Greg Raser, who organized the on-line discussions and the vote for the donations. The Club recognized that our food pantries were under pressure due to the Covid-19 situation, and that they needed extra funds at this time.

The Club would like to thank all those who put a lot of hard work into helping with the food pantries during this difficult period.

We Will Not Forget “Our nation owes a debt to its fallen heroes that we can never fully repay, but we can honor their sacrifice.” — Barack Obama

STATE NEWS

WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17), Senator Dick Durbin (IL), Senator Chuck Grassley (IA), Congressman David McKinley (WV-1), and Senator Tammy Duckworth (IL), announced that the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), in coordination with the United States Marshall Service (USMS), will now test all inmates for COVID-19 prior to transferring them to BOP quarantine sites. Further, eight BOP locations have been removed from the list of BOP quarantine sites.

The locations that will no longer be quarantine sites are: USP Thomson, Illinois; FCI Gilmer, West Virginia; FCC Hazelton, West Virginia;

ing they are negative for COVID-19 before transferring them to quarantine sites is the right decision for inmates, staff and local communities. We urge BOP to also test every inmate in BOP’s custody and confirm they are negative for COVID19 prior to transferring them to another BOP facility, whether from a quarantine site or other BOP institution.

“Additionally, the elimination of eight locations from the BOP-designated quarantine list is another step in the right direction to protect inmates and staff from the spread of COVID-19. The safety and health of inmates and staff must be BOP’s top

priority.

“These changes in BOP’s policy are good news. However, we remain concerned by the ongoing staffing shortages affecting BOP institutions, including USP Thomson. We are committed to working with BOP to address the staffing shortages at USP Thomson and other facilities and once again call on BOP to prioritize hiring additional staff to meet the needs of their institutions, particularly during this crisis.”

Several of the lawmakers have previously cited concerns about BOP’s failure to implement a sufficient screening process that included testing.

The Symphony’s annual fund-raiser was scheduled for June 5. It is traditionally a social gathering with food, entertainment, and auction items, and produces a major portion of the orchestra’s annual budget.

“Symphony at Riverview” has been an admission free event, was scheduled for Sunday afternoon, June 7. It has included special activities from the Children’s Discovery Center, food vendors, and patriot-

ic, theater, and light classic music.

“Through this global pandemic of the COVID-19, I’m sure all of us are rediscovering how very important music is to our personal and mental health as well as our society’s,” Conductor Brian Dollinger said.

“My hope is that more and more people realize just how important live performances are in our society and come out the other side of this pandemic with a

renewed love and magnetic draw to be more active in its sustainability and enjoyment. Your continued support for the arts and more specifically the Clinton Symphony Orchestra will aid in the sustainability of the arts and continued passing of the knowledge and joys that the arts brings.

The Symphony’s website is at www. clintonsymphony.org, and they are on Facebook.

CANCELLATION Clinton Symphony Orchestra has cancelled two events scheduled for early June, one a benefit, and the other the popular outdoor Pops Concert in Riverview Park.

Following the direction of the CDC and various levels of government, having large gatherings of our musicians and followers at this time is not practical, the announcement said.

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FCC Terre Haute, Indiana; FCI Ray Brook, New York; FCI El Reno, Oklahoma; FDC Houston, Texas; and FCI Fairton, New Jersey.

The announcement follows a bipartisan, bicameral letter to BOP Director Michael Carvajal and U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Director Donald Washington, led by the lawmakers last week, which raised questions about the dangers of transferring asymptomatic and pre-symptomatic inmates between facilities.

“After calling for COVID-19 testing for all newly-admitted inmates prior to transfer, we are encouraged

by USMS’s and BOP’s new policy.

Testing every inmate and ensur-

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MHS Scholastic Bowl season highlights Morrison High School’s Scholastic Bowl team delivered one of its strongest performances in recent memory during the 2019-20 season.

The team finished the year with a 29-18 overall record, which included the following accomplishments: A 3-0 record on Stateline Quiz Bowl, a television program broadcast on WTVO-TV in the Rockford area. Morrison defeated Guilford HS (180-130), Winnebago HS (280-200), and Stillman Valley HS (240-150) in its three appearances on the program.

A 7-0 record in the Masonic Sectional Tournament at Prophetstown High School on Feb. 15. Competitive matches at the Masonic State Tournament in Bloomington on March 7.

An extraordinary, 11-match winnig streak late in the season. A 10-2 record in the Three Rivers Conference.

A second-place overall finish (out of 13 teams) in the Three Rivers Conference, which includes such Scholastic Bowl powerhouse teams as Riverdale, Sherrard, Newman, and St. Bede.

Winning all seven matches in the Masonic Sectional Tournament at Prophetstown High School on Feb.

MHS Scholastic Bowl team members Hannah Stralow, Kara Saville, Griffin Vos, and Aaron Freeman celebrate Morrison’s 240-150 victory over Stillman Valley during a Stateline Quiz Bowl match at the Nordlof Center in downtown Rockford on Feb. 16.

15 allowed the team to qualify for the Masonic State Tournament in Bloomington on March 7.

Although the team didn’t advance to the championship-level matches in the afternoon on March 7, the experience of playing against some of the best Scholastic Bowl teams in the state was a positive one for students.

In the Three Rivers Conference, Scholastic Bowl Team Captain Griffin Vos achieved a first-place individual finish and All-Conference (First Team) honors for correctly

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answering 57 tossup questions this season.

His record during the 2019-20 season places him first among all students from the 13 teams in the Three Rivers Conference.

Kara Saville and Hannah Stralow each correctly answered 20 tossup questions and received All-Conference (Second Team) honors.

Griffin Vos also received All-Sectional Honors from the Illinois High School Scholastic Bowl Coaches Association (IHSSBCA) for exemplary performance in the Class A River-

dale (Port Byron) Sectional during the 2019-20 season. This recognition places him among the top Scholastic Bowl competitors in northwest Illinois. “I am very impressed with the work of our seniors throughout the 2019-20 season,� said Scholastic Bowl Coach Brian Bartoz. “Griffin, Kara, and Hannah have been members of Scholastic Bowl since their freshman year, and they have competed on the varsity team since their sophomore season. Their teammates and I appreciate all of their hard work and dedication throughout the past four years,� Bartoz said.

During the 2020-21 season, the team will rely on veteran players Lorilee Hutson, Aaron Freeman, Hannah Lambdin, Adam Neumann, and Chloe Austin-Roeder to take on leadership roles to ensure that the team is well-positioned for success.

Multiple freshman and sophomore students will be essential to the team’s performance in 2020-21, as well. “Scholastic Bowl runs on Morrison Mustang intellectual horsepower,� Bartoz said. “The more brainpower we can harness, the greater our chances of success.�

COVID-19 & SPORTS

BY JOE STEVENSON joestevenson@shawmedia.com

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The Sports Medicine Advisory Committee of the National Federation of State High School Associations released a document Tuesday offering guidance on how state associations can consider opening up high school athletics across the country.

Although the NFHS committee believes physical and mental well-being of high school students can directly relate to athletic competition, it also recognized that doing it safely during the COVID-19 pandemic will be a monumental task.

The SMAC also pointed out that is it not likely that all students will be able to return to athletic activity at the same time in all schools. Some sports, such as golf, running events and swimming, are considered lower risk, while sports like football, wrestling and lacrosse, where contact is inevitable, will be higher risk.

The SMAC strongly urges the NFHS state associations to work with state and local health departments to develop policy regarding coordinated approaches for the return to activity for high school, club and youth sports.

The coronavirus outbreak forced cancellations in Illinois of the state boys basketball tournaments in all four classes, as well as that of all spring sports.

Athletes, coaches and fans all want to return to sports for the fall season, and a football season is the largest revenue driver for the IHSA. But the recommendations presented in the NFHS’ document for guidelines point out the difficulty doing that.

The SMAC recommends three phases in the process to return to sports. Phase 1 would include all athletes and coaches be screened for COVID-19 symptoms, including a regular temperature check, recording and storing screening questions and not allowing anyone with positive symptoms to participate in prac-

tices.

It also suggests no gatherings of more than 10 people, no use of locker rooms and working out in small groups.

Phase 2 loosens up to allow up to 50 individuals to gather for outdoor workouts, locker rooms to be used with social distancing practiced and, again, workouts in smaller groups.

Phase 3 would prevent anyone with a fever or cold symptoms in the previous 24 hours from taking part in workouts, records kept of all individuals present and allow vulnerable individuals to resume public interactions while practicing physical distancing.

An idea on how challenging the process could be can be found in the examples in Phase 1.

• A basketball player can shoot with a ball, but a team should not practice/ pass a single ball where multiple players touch the same ball.

• A football player should not participate in team drills with a single ball that will be handed off to other teammates. Contact with other players is not allowed, and players should not share tackling dummies or sleds.

• Volleyball players should not use a single ball that others touch or hit.

• Softball and baseball players should not throw a single ball amongst the team. A single player may hit in cages. A single player may throw batting practice (with a netting backstop and no catcher.

Prior to the next athlete hitting, the balls should be cleaned individually.

• Wrestlers may skill and drill without touching a teammate.

Sports considered “high risk,” according to the guidelines, are football, wrestling, lacrosse and competitive cheer and dance.

Sports considered “moderate risk” are basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, soccer, water polo and gymnastics.

Those considered as “lower risk” are track and field, golf, swimming and cross country.

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BUSINESS & SCHOOLS

Kids making their own pizzas thanks to Erie businesses

BY SARAH FORD Shaw Media With life as normal upended since March, creative community ideas have been a way for people to stay connected while sheltering in place.

Sara Reed of COUNTRY Financial, Erie, decided to bring a tasty meal to families in the district that would both nourish the bellies and give kids and parents a chance to cook together.

She came across a collaborative idea while online - QC Pizza Company was delivering pizzas and kits to Geneseo, Orion, and Sherrard and was seeking businesses for partnering up.

So Reed connected with Brandon Tice, owner of the Moline company, who’s also had to change up his “typical” business structure and think outside the box to keep his business going during this challenging time.

“I admired his passion, work ethic and creative ideas and I knew that these pizza kits would be perfect!” Reed stated. “I decided that I would like to offer them to the families and kids in the Erie

Rosalee and Lily Tenboer sit by the pizzas they made.

School District, and keep it local to my office.”

At $5 per kit, Reed was able to sponsor 100 kits for kids in Erie. She initially thought 50 would be a good number but soon realized she should

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

MORRISON CHAMBER

Gracen Harmon receives chamber scholarship award The Morrison Chamber of Commerce has awarded their 2020 scholarship to Gracen Harmon of Morrison. Miss. Harmon plans to attend Sauk Valley Community College this fall and plans to major in Art Education and Graphic Design.

“Gracen has given an impressive amount of time volunteering for the Morrison community and still maintained a high grade point average and partic-

bump that to 100.

Then a family in Erie anonymously sponsored 10 kits, and another sponsored 50 after her seeing her online post.

Reed coordinated a pick-up time and all those who’d requested a kit were hand-delivered one through the car window.

Reed added that COUNTRY Financial encourages all their agents to do things in their community based on their own unique market.

Many agents share ideas between each other and tweak them out to what each thinks is best for their own individual communities.

“My main goal was to spread a little cheer to the kids and give their parents a small break from coming up with a lunch or dinner idea. I got so many kind messages saying thank you. One person said ‘thank you for unintentionally organizing a fantastic family night.’

“My heart melted when I read that and that is exactly why I love doing things like this. If I can put one smile on one kid’s face, then its all worth it! I am so blessed and fortunate,” Reed said.

ipated in extra-curricular activities”, said Morrison Chamber of Commerce Board President, Kevin Schisler. “She has led a very active high school career and we are proud to support her in pursuing her future educational goals.”

For more information about the Morrison Chamber of Commerce please visit www. morrisonchamber.com or call at 815772-3757.

School district says thanks As the 2019-2020 school year comes to a close, the Morrison Community Unit #6 Board of Education would like to acknowledge the teachers, staff and administration for adapting to the continuous changes brought on by the State of Illinois during COVID-19. We admire you for all your hard work and continued support of the district, the students, and their families. The Board is grateful for all you did – from the online learning, to preparing educational packets, available for questions after hours, to the additional technology sup-

port, to providing breakfast and lunches for families and delivering those meals.

We thank you for all your efforts.

And to the student and families: We understand that this was not what the last quarter of the year was to be. We thank you for your understanding in this difficult situation. We know becoming your child’s “teacher” was not easy. We thank you for your continued support of your child(ren) and the teachers, staff and administration. Stay safe! Enjoy the summer!

Cathleen Vegter

President MCUD 6 Board of Education

FULTON - GLIMPSES OF THE PAST

60 Years - June 2, 1960 Robert Deelsnyder has purchased Dykstra Motors and assumed management of the business, located at 413 Eleventh Avenue. He will operate it as Deelsnyder’s Motors and offer a complete garage and repair service for cars and trucks and also will deal in used cars.

John Green has opened a body and fender repair shop in the offices formerly occupied by the Baker Bros., Coal Co., at 415 Seventeenth Avenue.

Operating as Green’s Body Shop he will offer complete body and fender repair service.

50 Years - June 3, 1970

40 Years - May 28, 1980 Poppy poster winners announced

by American Legion are Class I – Traci Witt, first; Kerry Bevan, second; Michael Appleton, third; Class II – Kelli McCartney, first; Regina Cossman, second; Kim Temple, third.

Jeffrey Alan Dyke of Fulton was graduated “cum laude” at commence-

ment exercises at Central College at Pella, Iowa. Pamela Merema and Davie Wierenga of Fulton received bachelor of arts degrees at the same time.

30 Years - May 30, 1990 Lila Atherton was recently promoted to Senior Coordinator of Marketing Communications at Agri-King, Inc. Other Senior Coordinators are Chuck Miller, Art Temple, Mike Hanrahan, Scott Zahnle and Dr. Gordon Hess.

The Fulton Elementary team won second place at the Eco-Meet held at Thomson Causeway. Shown in photo is Vernon Schaver, fifth grade teacher, Amanda Vogel, Jason Wheat, Amy Venhuizen and Susan Senneff.

20 Years - May 31, 2000 Huizenga Mini Storage, located along Rt. 136, has opened. The facility has 30 storage units with concrete

floors and are 10 ft by 20 foot in size, although double or triple units are available with removable partitions.

Larry D. Huizenga is the owner.

Albany Miss Flame contestants include: Tiffany Michl, Ashley Haigwood, Krista Wolf, Alle Suehl and Autumn Whitney. Candidates for Miss Spark include: Nicole Bridgemann, Angela Larsen, Katie Anglese, Miranda Barber and Molly Lindemann.

10 Years - June 2, 2010 American Legion Post 402 Honor Guard held beautiful and touching Memorial Services at the Garden Plain Cemetery, Calvary Cemetery and Fulton Township Cemetery. To honor all veterans who served the country and give honor to those men and women who served so bravely in the past wars and conflicts.

YOUR HEALTH

Acne rosacea: a skin condition affecting adults

BY STEPHEN D. HARRISON, M.D.

Acne rosacea is a skin condition of adults that is often referred to as adult acne.

However, the origins are definitely different than adolescent acne. They are not even completely understood after years of research. The name though, gives some clues to the presentation.

The rosacea or rose type process, refers to a flushing that is seen generally early in the course. In fact, this may be all that some people ever manifest.

Later, lesions that look like acne may be present. Finally, in full blown state there may be marked enlargement of the nose in a condition

known as rhinophyma. That was perhaps most famous in W.C. Fields.

The condition usually begins somewhere between the ages of 30 and 50, and because it is quite subtle, most patients cannot state exactly when it started. The flush or blush area occurs in the cheek and nose region.

Occasionally the chin and forehead will be involved. While the exact cause is not known, it is felt to involve what is known as a vasomotor process that is responsible for the flushing.

Sometimes the condition is associated with findings around the eyes, making it look like pink eye or inflammation of the lids or other eye irritations. As noted, later presentations include acne-like spots. Some

people will go on to the prominent nose irritation and enlargement, which is more common in males.

Treatment of acne rosacea mimics that of acne.

Topical agents may be tried, including those used in acne and especially metronidazole or MetroGel. Sometimes some low-dose steroids may be applied, but these run the risk of aggravating certain rare types of skin pigmentation that can be seen with this.

Tetracycline and other oral antibiotics have been employed with reasonable success as well. Sometimes Retin-A or Accutane may be given for extreme cases.

For spider-like lesions that sometimes accompany, the dermatologist

may insert a needle into the vessel and initiate a little current these dilated vessels which may then coagulate, though the need for this therapy is rare.

Further, surgery can be attempted for those who have the prominent nose manifestations. While such results are generally reasonable, the process tends to recur over time.

There is no definite treatment for the redness of flushing. Some experts have advised avoiding measures that dilate the face such as heat, cold, excess sunlight, ingestion of certain foods, seasons, hot liquids, and alcoholic beverages.

Again though, these agents are probably not the cause of the process by more thought of as aggravators.

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Two Fulton high school track athletes set new school records in the twomile run. Alfred Abbott running for the varsity squad set the new mark at 10 minutes, 58.9 seconds. Mike Ziegler

member of the freshman-sophomore team ran the two-mile in 11 minutes, 4.5 seconds.

The newly formed Albany Lions Club has elected officers. In photo are helper in organizing the new club Moler Duff, Jr., secretary, Morrison Lions Club; Gerald Meier, secretary-elect, Albany Lions; Ted Watts, Secretary of State of Lions of Illinois; Willis Horning, president-elect, Albany Lions; E. Don Hanson Jr., treasurer-elect. Albany Lions.

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OBITUARY

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

MICHAEL B. “MIKE” NULL Michael B. “Mike” Null, 69, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Pleasant View Rehab and Health Care Center in Morrison.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

There will be no visitation or memorial service. The Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mike was born June 14,1950 in Morrison, IL, to Omar and Ruth (Willer) Null.

He was a veteran of the U. S. Army.

Survivors include one sister, Juliet R. Wright of Bloomington, IL, and one brother, Fritz H. “Rusty” (Angela) Null of Morrison and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

To send online condolences go to www.bosmarenkes.com

Winning Wheels Spotlight: Solomon Fredericks Winning Wheels, Inc. is an 88-bed facility located at 701 E. 3rd Street, Prophetstown. Founded in 1957, the center provides comprehensive rehabilitative services to young adults who have neurological impairments, and specializes in treating individuals living with brain and/or spinal cord injury. The facility is also VA certified.

Solomon Fredericks, 43, grew up in Jacksonville, Florida. Prior to coming to Winning Wheels, he worked in a deli department at a grocery store.

He came to Winning Wheels because his Uncle Tom lives nearby.

The population of younger adults at Winning Wheels also inspired him to make the move to Illinois. Sol-

omon says his Uncle Tom is a great support, and Solomon enjoys being able to visit him in the community when he’s able.

Solomon’s favorite Winning Wheels activity is going to the wood shop and painting a variety of different projects, as well as going out into the community when weather allows. His hobbies are watching hockey and NASCAR races, listening to music such as The Pretenders or Fleetwood Mac, and spending time outside. His favorite food is pepperoni and sausage pizza, and his favorite TV show is “All in the Family.”

Solomon used to go to NASCAR races in Florida yearly, and he currently is still part of a race car team, where he keeps track of some of his favorite race car drivers.

COMMUNITY

United Way to kick off summer meals Groceries to replace brown bag lunches SHAW MEDIA United Way of Whiteside County will kick off a modified Let’s Feed Our Children program June 3.

Instead of the usual free brown bag lunches of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches made by a team of volunteers on site, kids in need of a meal over the summer months can come to one of 19 sites around the county once a week and grab a bag of groceries.

“It will be a full loaf of bread each week, and throughout the summer, not every week but throughout the summer, they will get a full jar of peanut butter, jelly, a box of spaghetti, a jar of sauce, a can of soup, and some other things,” said Pam Martinez, director of programs and services for United Way of Whiteside County.

In years past, the program served food 3 or 5 days a week, depending on the site. Last year, Let’s Feed served more than 26,000 lunches.

The United Way also has reduced the number of volunteers at each site, from 10 to 15 to two, and social distancing measures will be in place – for example, when volunteers are

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Jennifer Dallas adds items to lunch bags for the Let’s Feed Our Children program at las Wednesday’s United Way campaign kick off. putting the bags together, they won’t be getting too close to each other.

“No one is touching any raw product, everything is completely sealed in its original packaging,” Martinez said. “Gloves will be provided.

Volunteers have to bring their own masks.”

Grocery bags will be distrib-

uted from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, June 3 through Aug. 5, at Broadway Methodist Church, Macedonia Church, St. Paul’s Church, SterLynn Apartments, Douglas Park, Steelton, the Salvation Army and the Sterling Public Library in Sterling, at Coloma Homes, Rock Falls Methodist

Church, Rock Falls Public Library, CedarWood Apartments and Easy Living Mobile Home Park in Rock Falls, and at the Tampico Community Building, Fulton First Reformed Church, Eclipse Square in Prophetstown, Margaret Park in Erie, Richmond Park in Lyndon and the Crave Building in Morrison.

COVID-19

eral, State, and local authorities regarding COVID-19.

• Ensure a complete and accurate count of all communities.

Guidance issued by the Office of Management and Budget and the Office of Personnel Management has given Federal agencies guidelines to resume operations on a epidemiologically sound, data-driven basis, adhering to the latest Federal, State and Local guidance.

The Census Bureau continues to monitor the changing conditions at

the State and Local level and will update its planned start dates for selected operations and in selected states, consulting with appropriate officials.

Information provided daily to the Census Bureau from FEMA, as well as state and local authorities, will be used to guide Census Bureau decisions on timing.

As a result, selected field operations will resume on a phased schedule on a geographic basis.

Under the adjusted 2020 Cen-

sus operational plan, the Census Bureau is conducting a series of preparatory activities so we are fully ready to resume field activities as we continue to advance the mission of the 2020 Census to ensure a complete and accurate count.

In-person activities, including enumeration, office work, and processing activities, will always incorporate the most current guidance from authorities to ensure the health and safety of staff and the public.

Prophetstown 4th of July Fireworks cancelled

The 4th of July committee has made the decision to cancel this year’s fireworks at Prophetstown State Park. Per Sean Hayden, Prophetstown State Park’s supervisor, the park’s campground will be open on May 29. However, the

playground and park shelters will still be closed, most likely until at least June 28. The restrictions on social distancing, sanitation, masks, etc. are still in place for an indefinite period of time. With these conditions, it is highly unlikely

that an event anything like the traditional 4th of July could be held. Holding an event that draws only a small crowd would also be a real possibility. Once again, the Committee will have to “wait until next year”.

COVID-19 & AGRICULTURE

Applications for crops assistance starts on May 26

By ASHLEY RICE

Ag policy editor FarmWeekNow.com Surrounded by agricultural industry and USDA leadership, President Donald Trump announced the availability of $16 billion in direct payments to eligible farmers and ranchers.

As part of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, producers of specific nonspecialty crops, specialty crops, livestock and dairy may apply for assistance starting May 26.

“These payments will compensate farmers for losses related to the global pandemic,” said Trump. “We’ll be providing billions of dollars for corn, cotton, soybean and specialty crop farmers, cattle ranchers, just

about every category. I think we have almost every category and if we don’t, we’re going to add them if we left something out. We have a lot of territory, dairy producers, pork producers and more.”

Producer eligibility includes suffering a 5% or greater price decline or facing supply chain disruptions and additional market costs due to the coronavirus.

“Illinois Farm Bureau is most appreciative of the actions taken by the Trump administration and Congress to help mitigate the damages incurred by the pandemic on our supply chain and our markets,” said Richard Guebert Jr., IFB president. “These direct payments are

an economic lifeline for many Illinois farmers struggling to operate through pronounced hardships and the beginning of necessary aid as they navigate through financial uncertainty for years to come.”

Producers may apply for the program at their county Farm Service Agency (FSA) office. Upon approval of the application, producers will receive 80% of their maximum total payment.

The remaining portion will be paid at a later date as funds remain available.

The payment limitation includes $250,000 per individual. In addition, for those who do not derive 75% or more of their income from farming,

there is an adjusted gross income limit of $900,000. Corporations will be eligible to receive up to three payment limits if they have up to three individuals engaged in farming. FSA staff are available to assist producers with the application materials through phone appointment only.

“A healthy economy is vital to maintaining a healthy society, and by working together, we can restore our economy, shield the vulnerable, care for the needy, deliver world-class health care and vanquish the virus,” stated Trump.

“The job you (farmers) do is so powerful and so important. The American farmer is very critical to the success of that mission.”

AGRICULTURAL SURVEY NASS plans to contact farmers for June Agricultural Survey During the next few weeks, USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) plans to contact 2,300 Illinois farmers for the June Agricultural Survey.

“When growers respond to this survey, they provide essential information that helps determine the expected acreage and supply of major commodities in

the United States for the 2020 crop year,” said Mark Schleusener, NASS Illinois state statistician. “Results from this survey are used by farmers and ranchers, USDA, businesses, exporters, researchers, economists, policymakers, and others who use the survey information in making a wide range of decisions that benefit the producer.”

Growers can respond to the survey online, by phone or mail. They will be asked to provide information on

planted and harvested acreage as of June 1, including acreage for biotech crops and grain stocks.

NASS keeps all individual information confidential and only publishing the data in aggregate form.

NASS will analyze the survey information and publish the results in a series of USDA reports, including the annual acreage and quarterly grain stocks reports to be released June 30.

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The 2020 Census is underway more than half the households across America have responded and more are responding every day.

Online, phone and mailed self-responses will continue throughout the data collection process.

In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the U.S. Census Bureau has adjusted 2020 Census operations in order to: • Protect the health and safety of the American public and Census Bureau employees.

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This winter the Fulton Elementary School third and fifth graders worked on a mystery poster in the LRC. Each time the classes visited the LRC they were given a sticker to put on the mystery poster. This week the LRC staff finished the poster, and surprise, it’s a Circus Tiger!

COLLEGE NEWS SCC College graduates

Scott Community College hosted their 2020 Commencement Ceremony virtually on May 19.

Below is a list of students who completed their certificate and diploma programs with Scott Community College and reside within WNS Shaw Media circulation area.

Port Byron: Emily Baldwin, Colin Larson, Justin Leetz, Kiley Williams Hampton: Haley Gall Illinois City: Matthew Robacker Erie: Wendy Wigant

Fulton: Rachel Adkins, Britani Moore Cordova: Hayden Hill, Goldie Johnsen, Madison Rogers

Shannon Fry on President’s List

The honor roll lists for Graceland University’s 2020 spring term have been announced, and Shannon Fry of Erie, has been named to the president’s list.

Graceland University students with a perfect 4.0 grade point average are named to the president’s list. Congratulations, Shannon! Graceland commends you on your academic success.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY-ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS ONEMAIN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., PLAINTIFF vs.

WILLIAM BREEDLOVE, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF BRUCE COLLINS; ONEMAIN FINANCIAL OF ILLINOIS, INC., AS SUCCESSOR

BY MERGER TO AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCE INC.; CITY OF ROCK ISLAND; FELICIA PEARSON; KYLE COLLINS; RHONDA COLLINS; .

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UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND LEGATEES OF BRUCE COLLINS; UNKNOWN .

OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS 19 CH 36 Judge Mark A. Vande Wiele Address: 403 10th Street Rock Island, IL 61201 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 March 2, 2020, I, Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois, will on June 23, 2020 at the hour of 9:00 AM at

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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 ONE (1) IN ROCK ISLAND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FIRST ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCK ISLAND, SITUATED IN THE OF COUNTY ISLAND ROCK AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 403 10th Street, Rock Is-

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land, IL 61201 P.I.N.: 0734421001 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT WAS: AMOUNT $36,465.02 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 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

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delsperger are expecting On March 8, Rivbig things from these erdale High School boys over the next three sent four athletes to years, and they will the IWCOA sectionals prove to be great Rivstate wrestling series. erdale wrestlers and be The IWCOA is differexciting to watch!” said ent from the IHSA wrestling parent Scott events, as it allows Searl. for only F/S boys who On the girls side, Searl did not qualify for the at 106 came up short in IHSA state series, and her first bout but was for girls wrestling of able to wrestle back and all high school grade capture the third place levels. medal with a Fall: 27 Competing for the over Dixon’s Tessa Kerboys were freshmen ley and punch her ticket Eli Hinde and Alex Jadan Searl to the State tournament Watson. Competing for the girls were junior Jaden Searl for the second straight year. Wainwright at 120 dominated all her and freshman Khylie Wainwright.

Hinde at 113 ripped through the competition early on, putting hercompetition, going 4-0 and grabbing self in the finals where she fell the first place medal over Austin short against the defending state Martin of DeKalb in the finals and champion Taylin Long of Batavia. punching his ticket to State. Wat“I am extremely proud of both son at 120 wrestled hard, going 2-2 on the day and losing to Kaneland’s these girls. Jaden had a tough first Lane Robison in a close 2-0 deci- match but refocused herself and sion; he was unable to advance to was able to get a pin in the third place match to again go to State.

State.

“It was a great day for Eli, He Khylie was very composed and completely dominated the competi- wrestled absolutely fantastically. tion. Alex wrestled very well also, Even though her finals didn’t go the outcome just wasn’t what he her way, she showed she belonged had hoped. Coaches Keppy and Kin- there,” Searl stated.

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101 ubje confirmation by the court.

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

The 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 be automatically 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, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 18 6433.

Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC

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230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 18 6433 I3150605 May 13, 20 & 27, 2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS Village Capital & Investment, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Arlette A. Vickrey; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2019CH122 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 07/18/2019, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on July 10, 2020 at the hour of 9:15 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT NUMBER ONE (1) IN CHERRY RIDGE, AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MOLINE; SITUATED IN THE CITY OF MOLINE, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND AND STATE OF ILLINOIS PIN SM-11705 / 0834316001 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3404 11th Ave Moline, IL 61265 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 Re-

LEGAL NOTICES 101 ty ipality lief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The shall Purchaser have no further recourse against the the Mortgagor, Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

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

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

LEGAL NOTICES 101 je pre The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. bidProspective ders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: 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 14-1903990.

I3151011 May 27, June 3 & 10, 2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CENTRAL BANK ILLINOIS, Plaintiff, vs.

LAWRENCE A. LEONARD; INTERESTED PERSONS; UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

CHANCERY NO. 2019CH133 NOTICE OF SALE (735 I.LC.S. Sec. 5/15-1507(c)) Public notice is hereby given to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in the above-entitled cause that the property herein after described, or so much thereof shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder.

1. The name, address and tele-

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phone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is Brad Ottens, telephone number (815) 589-3232.

2. The legal description of the real estate is: Lot 7 in Block 6 in West Fractions of the City of Fulton, Whiteside County, Illinois; according to the Plat thereof recorded on June 5, 1839 in Plat Book 1, Page 31 PIN: 01-28-165-009 3. The common address or other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 1112 4th Street, Fulton, IL 61252 4. A description of the improvements on the real estate is as follows: Commercial Building 5. The real estate may be inspected prior to sale by arrangemaking ments to view the property with Brad Ottens, telephone number (815) 5893232.

6. The time and place of sale is: July 2, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Whiteside County FulCourthouse, ton, Illinois.

7. The terms of the sale are payment in full in cash at the time of sale.

8. The case title, case number and court in which the foreclosure action was filed is pending is shown above.

9. Title to the real estate will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes, which are a lien upon the real estate, special assessments, if any, easements and restrictions of record and subject to leases of tenants in possession of the premises.

Dated this 19th day of May, 2020. /s/Douglas R. Lindstrom, Jr. Douglas R. Lindstrom, Jr. 6291748 LANE & WATERMAN LLP 220 North Main Street, Suite 600 Davenport IA 52801 563-324-3246

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563-324-1616 (fax) dlindstrom @l-wlaw.com Attorney for CENTRAL BANK ILLINOIS May 26, June 2 & 9, 2020 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, IL-JUVENILE DIVISION In the interest of C.C. A Minor NO. 2020 JA 08 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given to Curtis Claudin Sr. LKA: 2125 21St Avenue, Apt 3, Rock Island, IL 61201, and to any and all it may concern, that on 1/16/ 2020 a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by Jeffrey S. McKinley in this Court and that in the courtroom of Judge Presiding in Juvenile Center, 525 18th Street, Rock Island, Illinois, on 5/29/20 at 11:00am. 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 CUSTODY THE AND GUARDIANSHIP OF THE MINOR, TO TERMINATE YOUR PAREN-TAL RIGHTS, AND TO A APPOINT GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION. YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD. IF THE PETITION REQUESTS TERMINATHE TION OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS AND THE APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN A WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION, YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO THE CHILD. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication no-

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Publish: 5/20/20 Dated: 5/14 44, Tammy R Circuit Cie By:TJJ May 19, 26 & June 2, 2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN RE THE ESTATE OF JOEL A. MEDEMA, Deceased.

No. 2020 P 59 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Joel A. Medema. Letters of Independent Administration were issued on May 4, 2020 to Joyce I. Medema, whose attorneys of record are shown below.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois 61270, or with the representative, or both, on or before November 30, 2020, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that no-

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tice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred.

A copy of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorneys within 10 days after it has been filed.

JOYCE I. MEDEMA Independent Executor Ludens & Potter Attorneys for Executor 600 W. Lincolnway, P.O. Box 360 Morrison, Illinois 61270-0360 Telephone: (815)772-2161 Fax: (815) 772-7440 May 20, 27, June 3, 2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JACK H. HOLCOMB, DECEASED. No. 20 P 60 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Jack H. Holcomb. Letters of Office were issued on May 5, 2020, to Rick Holcomb, 145 Center Road, Frankfort, IL 60423, whose attorneys of record are Nelson, Kilgus, Buckwalter-Schurman & Stubblefield, 209 East Main Street, Morrison, Illinois, 612700111.

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

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois, 61270, or

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with the representative, or both, on or before November 19, 2020 or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorneys within 10 days after it has been filed.

NELSON, KILGUS, BUCKWALTERSCHURMAN & STUBBLEFIELD Attorneys for said Estate, P.O. Box 111 209 East Main Street, Morrison, IL 61270-0111 Phone: 815/7722121 Fax: 815/7722026 E-mail: wkilgus@nelsonkilgus.com May 19, 26, June 2, 2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Vicky Whitten, Deceased No. 2020 P 64 Notice is given to creditors of the of Vicky death Whitten. Letters of office were issued on May 18, 2020, appointing Sherry Price, of 708 N. Bluff, Albany IL 61230, as Independent Executor, whose attorney is named below.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County.

Claims against the estate may be filed

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WHITESIDE COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC FARMLAND ZOOM MEETING TUESDAY JUNE 9, 2020 AT 9:00 A.M. FARMLAND ASSESSMENT AND FLOOD DEBASEMENT PROGRAM WILL NOW BE VIRTUAL! With social distancing still upon us, Illinois Farm Bureau is partnering with Rock Island and Whiteside County Farm Bureaus® to host a VIRTUAL farmland assessment meeting. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss increasing property assessments and adjustments due to flooding. The meeting will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, June 9, at 9:00 am. Pre-registration is required to receive the meeting link.

Due, in part, to a change in the Farmland Assessment Act, all farmland assessments will continue to go up. The rate of increase will be largely dependent on the soil type.

Poorer soils will continue to see higher than 10%

May 26 & 27, 2020

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WILLIAM BREEDLOVE, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF BRUCE COLLINS; ONEMAIN FINANCIAL OF ILLINOIS, INC., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCE INC.; CITY OF ROCK ISLAND; FELICIA PEARSON; KYLE COLLINS; RHONDA COLLINS;

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; UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND LEGATEES OF BRUCE COLLINS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS 19 CH 36 Judge Mark A. VandeWiele Address: 403 10th Street Rock Island, IL 61201 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 March 2, 2020, I, Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois, will on June 23, 2020 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: 403 10th Street, Rock Island, IL 61201 P.I.N.: 0734421001 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT WAS: AMOUNT $36,465.02 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 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 shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a

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purc 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 be automatically 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, 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 18 6433.

Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Email: ilpleadings@john sonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 /

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Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 18 6433 I3150605 May 13, 20 & 27, 2020

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

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the the Mortgagor, Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

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

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

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

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

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

Please refer to file number 14-1903990.

I3151011 May 27, June 3 & 10, 2020

PIN: 01-28-165-009 3. The common address or other common description, if any, of the real estate is: 1112 4th Street, Fulton, IL 61252 4. A description of the improvements on the real estate is as follows: Commercial Building 5. The real estate may be inspected prior to sale by arrangemaking ments to view the property with Brad Ottens, telephone number (815) 5893232.

6. The time and place of sale is: July 2, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Whiteside County FulCourthouse, ton, Illinois.

7. The terms of the sale are payment in full in cash at the time of sale.

8. The case title, case number and court in which the foreclosure action was filed is pending is shown above.

9. Title to the real estate will be conveyed subject to all general real estate taxes, which are a lien upon the real estate, special assessments, if any, easements and restrictions of record and subject to leases of tenants in possession of the premises.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS Village Capital & Investment, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Arlette A. Vickrey; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2019CH122 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 07/18/2019, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on July 10, 2020 at the hour of 9:15 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN SM-11705 / 0834316001 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3404 11th Ave Moline, IL 61265 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale with-

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CENTRAL BANK ILLINOIS, Plaintiff, vs.

LAWRENCE A. LEONARD; INTERESTED PERSONS; UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

CHANCERY NO. 2019CH133 NOTICE OF SALE (735 I.LC.S. Sec. 5/15-1507(c)) Public notice is hereby given to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered by the Court in the above-entitled cause that the property herein after described, or so much thereof shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment, will be sold to the highest bidder.

1. The name, address and telephone number of the person to contact for information regarding the real estate is Brad Ottens, telephone number (815) 589-3232.

2. The legal description of the real estate is:Lot 7 in Block 6 in West Fractions of the City of Fulton, Whiteside County, Illinois; according to the Plat thereof recorded on June 5, 1839 in Plat Book 1, Page 31

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Dated this 19th day of May, 2020. /s/Douglas R. Lindstrom, Jr. Douglas R. Lindstrom, Jr. 6291748 LANE & WATERMAN LLP 220 North Main Street, Suite 600 Davenport IA 52801 563-324-3246 563-324-1616 (fax) dlindstrom @l-wlaw.com Attorney for CENTRAL BANK ILLINOIS May 26, June 2 & 9, 2020

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LEGAL NOTICES 101 highe increases while producing better soils can expect an increase of less than 10%. This increase in assessed values will be reflected on property tax bills payable in 2020 and for several years to come.

Additional information will be provided on the opportunity to receive a flood debasement on those acres that saw crop loss and plant prevented due to last year's flooding.

The presentation, given by Brenda Matherly, Director of Local Government with Illinois Farm Bureau®, will give you a better understanding on how farmland assessments are calculated and the long-term impact on those values.

In order to ensure our virtual capacity, please pre-register with the Rock Island County Farm Bureau (309) 736-7432 or email tmayhew@ricofarmbureau.org OR Whiteside the County Farm Bureau by calling (815) 772-2165 or email whitesidecountyfarmbureau@gmail.com

by Thursday, June 4. Once registered, you will be emailed a link to join the meeting.

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

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

Dated this 18th day of May, 2020.

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CHURCH LISTINGS ALBANY Albany United Methodist Church 502 North 1st Avenue, 309-887-4781 Pastor Toni Lucas

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

Spring Valley Reformed Church 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton Rev. Ralph Beidler - 815-772-3554

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

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

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

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

CORDOVA

FENTON

HILLSDALE

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

FULTON

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

Sycamore Baptist Church 5323 180th Street North, East Moline 309-200-2505 www.sycamorebaptistchurch.com

First Christian Reformed Church 801 15th Ave., Fulton - 815-589-3207

HOOPPOLE

First Reformed Church 510 – 15th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-2203 Pastor Edie Lenz

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

Faith Center Church 511 3rd Ave. North, Albany Senior Pastor Ray Gimenez Pastor Arlen VanZee Church Phone: 563-212-4032 St. Patrick Catholic Church Albany, Illinois Fr. Matthew Camainoi, Parochial Vicar

Wildwood Baptist Church 18717 Hubbard Road, East Moline 309-496-9397 office@ wildwoodchurch.com Pastors Brian Smith, Andrew Robinson, Andy Thomaston & Matt Winquist Zion Lutheran Church 17628 Hubbard Road, East Moline Rev. Gary A. Wright - 309-496-3592

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

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

Garden Plain Presbyterian Church 14915 Sands Rd., Fulton Gateway Faith Fellowship Church 701 11th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-4283 Pastor Wayne Wiersema Immaculate Conception Church 703 12th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-3542 Father Matthew Camaioni secretaryfulton@gmail.com Newton Zion Reformed Church 10645 Frog Pond Road, Erie - 309-659-2464 newtonzion@frontier.com Pastor Shannon Parrish Second Reformed Church 703 14th Ave., Fulton - 815-589-3425 www.secondreformedchurch.net secretary@secondreformedchurch.net

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

Emmanuel Reformed Church 202 E. Morris St., Morrison - 815-772-3890 www.emmanuelreformedchurch. org Rev. Al Pruis, Interium Pastor Rich Criss, Ministry Coordinator First Baptist Church 406 E. Maple Ave. Morrison Pastor Dick Adams - Phone 772-2696 First Presbyterian Church Rev. Michael Selburg - 815-772-3510 100 East Lincolnway, Morrison Kingdom Life Community Church 11429 Ward Rd., Morrison - 815-772-4098 www.kingdomlife.global Pastor Stephen Harmon Morrison Christian Church 201 S. Genesee, Morrison Larry Kidwell, Minister - 970-483-9651 lkidwell51@gmail.com Google YouTube Larry Kidwell for sermons Morrison United Methodist Church 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison Rev. Noah Panlilio - 815-772-4030 Open Bible Fellowship 11429 Ward Rd., Morrison www.obfmidwest.org Pastor Chris Byrd St. Mary’s Catholic Church Rev. Slawomir Zimodro 13320 Garden Plain Rd., Morrison 815-772-3095 St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 601 N. Jackson St., Morrison www.stpetersmorrison.com Pastor Anthony Appel

Rock River Lumber & Grain

Serving the Area Since 1980

Heating and Air

Farm • Residential • Commercial Wiring & Contracting

Erie, Illinois

309-659-2195

“For your wisest climate solutions”

Frary’s Lumber & Supply

815-537-5151 - Prophetstown

Morrison Veterinary Clinic Insurance & Financial Services

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

Ebenezer Reformed Church 309 E. Park St., Morrison 815-772-2472 - www.ercmorrison.com

RUTLEDGE ELECTRIC

815-537-5131 - Prophetstown

Ken L. Jansma, Agent office tel (815) 772-5658 100 E. Knox St. office fax (815) 772-8252 Morrison, IL 61270 Auto / Disability / Farm / Health / Home / Life

LYNDON

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

Farmers Elevator

815-772-4029 - Morrison, IL

412 Lincolnway East Morrison

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

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

Jentry Fane, DVM, DVM, R.R. Zinke, DVM, S.E. Blair, DVM, S.J. Lawfer, DVM

Phone 815-772-4047 14993 Lyndon Rd., Morrison

822 Main, Erie

Allure of Prophetstown

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

815-537-5175

WISDOM

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

815-589-4007

CHURCH LISTINGS

COVID-19 & WORSHIP Email: portbumc@frontiernet.net Jim Crozier, Pastor Becky Butterfield Youth & Family Life Pastor Kathy Crozier - Spiritual Director

PORT BYRON

Advent Christian Church Pastor Michael Freeman ptownac.org

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

PROPHETSTOWN

First Lutheran Church Pastor Chelsey Weech Office -815-537-2758 www.firstlutheran-ptown.org Leon United Methodist Church 17173 Lomax Rd., Prophetstown Pastor Jan Shaulis

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

Prophetstown United Methodist Church Rev. Mark Meyers - (815) 537-2496

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

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

Messiah Lutheran Church Port Byron - 309-523-2421 Pastor Wayne Melaas - Swanson Peace Lutheran Church ELCA 20828 Friedens Road, Port Byron Interim Pastor: Nancy Jaster www.peacelutheranil.org - 309-523-2295 Port Byron Congregational Church 200 N. High Street, Port Byron Rev. Michael Rubino - 309-523-2318 Port Byron First United Methodist Church 9412 – 228th Street North Port Byron, IL61275 Church Office Phone: (309) 523-2396

Prophetstown Family Health Center Dr. Matthew Wolf, MD 212 E. Railroad St., Prophetstown

815-537-5050

Dykstra & Law Insurance Agency, Inc.

Brent Dykstra, Agent In River City Mall 1426 10th Avenue, Fulton

815-589-2200

Harbor Crest Home (A Non-Profit Corporation)

Fulton, IL • 815-589-3411

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

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

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

DENNIS ELECTRIC

PASTOR WALTER CARLTON The Leadership Team of the Illinois Conference of Churches (ICC) believes sheltering-in-place guidelines save lives during the Covid19 pandemic. We support careful, evidence-based steps to re-open the economy.

We believe that the health and safety of our wider community rises above individual autonomy in this unprecedented global emergency.

Limiting public excursions for anything but essential purposes and exercise and the wearing of masks in public while practicing social distancing are practical ways of showing respect for the communities where we live and serve.

But we don’t like it.

Those we love and serve are hurting We grieve the myriad losses our communities are experiencing, not the least of which is the loss of life.

Even in the midst of this crisis, more have died in this country from the coronavirus than in the Vietnam War. Business owners, closed now for weeks, wonder how long and if they can hold on. Teachers and parents are struggling with teaching from home. Our front-line workers have held the line steadily with grace and courage. While some families are enjoying down time and togetherness, economic and social stresses are tearing

IN BRIEF Spring Valley Church concerts cancelled Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the Spring Valley Reformed Church outdoor Concerts for May 31 and June 7 have been cancelled.

Tampico, Illinois

815-438-4402

Emmanuel Reformed Church shares online service

Dave’s

Pentecost Sunday will be celebrated at Emmanuel Church via Livestream this Sunday.

Interim Pastor Al Pruis returns to the pulpit after a week at home to continue his message series on “Job.”

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others apart. Our state must rely on science-based directives so that we will properly protect the people who live here.

While the CARES Act, unemployment benefits, and other programs are helping some, many people fall through the cracks. Small businesses, the homeless, the seriously disabled are struggling. There is evidence that the fault lines of race and economic disparity that have always divided our communities may widen. The pandemic has caused many problems for Black and Brown people because of employment as essential workers. Many are not eligible for the stimulus money or unemployment.

Health care is not an option for part-time workers while pre-existing medical conditions plague Hispanics and African-Americans.

While we do not know what science will indicate about coming back together for worship, movies, concerts, and even haircuts, we are hopeful that human kindness, not to mention the grace of God, will flourish just as wildly as springtime is blooming across our state We are in prayer for our beloved state and her people, particularly mindful of those whose lives and livelihoods are most endangered.

The Leadership Team of the Illinois Conference of Churches represents approximately seven million Illinois Christians in 13 denominations.

Retropraise will lead the contemporary worship set and special music will be provided by Ed Pruis. Ministry Coordinator Rich Criss will be the organist, providing the prelude, interlude and postlude for the service. There will also be a special time with the children, so be sure to have your children ready for that. Services each week will continue to be Livestreamed at 9 a.m. each Sunday until such time as restrictions are lifted and we excitedly meet together as family again!

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

Tuesday-Wednesday, May 26-27, 2020

Church of the Cross United Methodist Church 22621 IL 2 & 92, Port Byron Pastor Chester McCoy Parish Office: 877-204-5654

Illinois Conference of Churches response to the virus and the re-opening of the State

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

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