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IT’S A WRAP AT MORRISON FIRE DEPARTMENT Anakin Weston for Shaw Local News Network

Nicholas Strait and Christine Strait take a break from wrapping gifts Dec. 17 at the Morrison Fire Department in Morrison. The department annually collects toys leading up to Christmas and distributes them to children in the community.

WHAT’S INSIDE Glimpses of the Past.........................6 Churches.......................................... 20-21 Your Health..............................................8 Property Transfers .............................21 Sports..............................................12-14 Classifieds....................................... 22-28 Published every Tuesday 28 pages • One section

DEATHS Vernon Medendorp, Kenneth “Ken” C. Petersen, Sally A. Zickert / 4

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Morrison firefighters (from left) Jamie White, Rob Hudson and Jon Heusinkveld display a few of the many items collected through the fire department’s annual Christmas toy drive.

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By CODY CUTTER

ccutter@shawmedia.com ERIE – Sometimes progress works in peculiar ways.

When Interstate 88 (then State Route 5) was extended through Whiteside County 50 years ago, it became a more efficient pipeline for people traveling from Sterling and Rock Falls to the Quad Cities.

Progress in motion.

Unless you were the village of Erie.

That efficient pipeline put Erie in a bit of a traffic jam, diverting drivers away from what was then state Route 2, which went through the village. Less vehicle traffic meant less customer traffic, and for businesses in Erie, that wasn’t progress.

The village didn’t fall off the map, but bottom lines took a hit. Erie’s economy was impacted by the decline in traffic and it reached a point by the late 2010s that residents sought to reverse the trend and make the village a destination once again.

Their plan? Revitalize Erie.

The idea caught on and before long it went from plan to progress – as well as the name of the group of residents and business owners who joined together to form a nonprofit organization of volunteers committed to making the village the best it can be.

It’s been almost seven years since Revitalize Erie set out to give the village a shot in the arm and show people that Erie still had some muscle to flex, and so far they’ve been heading in the right direction.

That’s gotten more people to head in the right direction, too: Back toward Erie.

Now that’s progress.

Revitalize Erie’s leadership includes president Jason Robshaw, vice president Carla Jaquet, treasurer Mark Melton, secretary Michelle Misfeldt, Event Committee chair Danae Wunderlich and Beautification Committee chair Kayla Bohms. They lead groups that work to improve the overall quality of life for residents and businesses.

For those who haven’t been in Erie since the group began in 2018, they’ll notice many changes, whether they’re in the triangular downtown or elsewhere in the village.

“It started with people who wanted to do something for Erie,” Robshaw said. “There were a handful of people that were a part of it and then they started meeting.”

The group then sought the services of Western Illinois University’s Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs and its Mapping Program to help create a strategic long-term vision for Erie, and that gave Revitalize Erie a frame-

Cody Cutter

Revitalize Erie is made up of a group of volunteers from the community who dedicate time and efforts to improve the quality of life in town. Its leadership includes (from left) president Jason Robshaw, vice president Carla Jaquet, Event Committee chair Danae Wunderlich, Beautification Committee chair Kayla Bohms, treasurer Mark Melton and (not pictured) secretary Michelle Misfeldt. work in which to work.

“They kind of came in at that point and really did some analysis,” Robshaw said. “What are we looking to do? What sort of people are interested? We had a huge community meeting getting ideas and getting feedback. This little group of half a dozen people got that going and then we got into an actual board.”

Bohms found the Mapping Program to be very beneficial in Revitalize Erie’s goals.

“They had a nice PowerPoint presentation and broke it down into asking us here’s how you think about it,” Bohms said. “When you say you want to make improvements, it can be hard to come up with a plan, but they had a nice way that really mapped it out for us on how to make improvements, set goals and how to reach those goals.”

While working with what the Mapping Program provided the group, it led to them adopting their mission as their name, Melton said.

“It was just a pie in the sky thing, I think, with what we wanted to do and not to hold anything back,” Melton said.

“It took about four or five group meetings before we became Revitalize Erie.”

Erie has a slate of annual events that started decades ago, including many revolving around the holidays, and one of Revitalize Erie’s first tasks was to find ways to improve and enhance them. Working with the existing events gave the group inspiration to create its own events that added to the village calendar.

“We were like what can we do to improve it?” Robshaw said. “We did a hot dog lunch one year and have done little things to add to it. There’s a car show that’s in September that was already going on in Erie and we were

like what can we do to help it? Can we make it bigger?”

One of the newest events that Revitalize Erie created was its Shop Local Punch Card Promotion, which ran from Nov. 1 to Dec. 1. Shoppers collected punches on cards at participating Erie businesses when they spent $10 or more and turned in full cards of 10 punches for a chance to win local business gift certificates up to $200. It motivated many residents to shop more often in town rather than drive to larger towns, Wunderlich said. About $66,500 in local purchases were tracked in this year’s promotion.

“It’s an opportunity for people to go downtown, shop local and promote our local businesses and give back to our community because they’ve invested a lot in our community,” Wunderlich said. “For being the first year, we got a lot of positive feedback and a lot of people participated. It was real neat to see.”

In addition to assisting with tourism and commerce, Revitalize Erie helps improve the village’s look and feel.

Members of the Beautification Committee have assisted in painting and construction projects and have installed flower planters throughout town, many of which Melton made himself.

Even the planters have become a sign of progress. At first they only had artificial flowers in them, but later real ones were planted and watered by committee members. They used to have a borrowed John Deere Gator to go from planter to planter but were able to raise enough money to buy their own in 2023.

“One of my favorite comments I heard last year was from a community member who said they looked forward to coming to the downtown because it was so beautiful to see all those plant-

ers,” Jaquet said.

One of Revitalize Erie’s current projects is working with village government to revamp the village-owned Heritage Park. The project is being done in two phases. The first, scheduled for completion this spring, will include an 8-foot walking path, expanded parking and new playground equipment. The second phase is scheduled to wrap up in 2026, which will mark the park’s 50th anniversary. Updates to projects are posted on Revitalize Erie’s Facebook page.

“We’re working toward a common goal,” Jaquet said. “The village is working on the revitalization of Heritage Park and we’ve been asked to be a part of that. I’m very excited about the park.

We’re making it a more inviting space.

It’s tucked away and there was not a whole lot that went on there. It’s a beautiful, really serene location, but it was very underutilized. There wasn’t a place for people to park when you had a lot of people.”

Heritage Park is the second park in the village that Revitalize Erie has had its fingerprints on. Margaret Park, which is in the triangle area of downtown, was reconstructed by the group and village in 2022 in time for Erie’s 150th anniversary celebration.

Having a working relationship with local entities such as the village and school district has helped Revitalize Erie move forward with many ideas.

Village government has been receptive to many of the group’s functions, Robshaw said, and the schools have been helpful in providing volunteers for community projects and special events such as community cleanup days.

“One of the big things with Revitalize is that we had buy-in from everyone,” Robshaw said. “The village supported us, the schools supported us, so with their help that made a huge difference. We can do these kinds of events and talk to the village about shutting down the Triangle if we needed to or talk to the schools about manpower for cleaning day. Our relationship with those entities makes a huge difference in everything that we do.”

Robshaw gives much credit to Katelin Bridgman, an AmeriCorps Fellow Intern and master’s degree student at Western Illinois University, for helping Revitalize Erie. From September 2021 to July 2022, Bridgman worked with the group, as well as with the village and school district, using her Peace Corps experience improving communities in Moldova in Eastern Europe to identify community needs and put the group’s original Mapping Program ideas to work.

See REVITALIZE ERIE, page 16

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4 OBITUARIES KENNETH “KEN” C. PETERSEN

Prophetstown as a postal carrier. He also laid flooring for Erie Lumber and Grain. Ken married Althea L. Weber on June 14, 1947 in Erie.

She preceded him in death on June 15, 2010.

Ken was a volunteer firefighter for the Erie Kenneth Carl Petersen, 100, of Erie, IL, Fire Department for several years, served on passed away Monday, the Erie Zoning Board, was a member of the December 16, 2024 at former Erie Lions Club and attended the Erie United Methodist Church. Ken loved planes Homestead Assisted and learned to fly at a young age, and later Living in Morrison, IL. Services were held at took an interest in trains. He was an avid 11:00 am on Saturday, reader and loved to paint. Ken was also a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Bears fan.

December 21, 2024 at Gibson-Bode Funeral Ken is survived by his children Bob (Betty Home, Erie. Visitation was from 9:00 – 11:00 Ann) Petersen of Milton, WI, Gary (Michele) am prior to service at the funeral home. Burial was at the Erie Cemetery. Memorials may be Petersen of Rochelle, IL, and Kathy (Don) Kuhnen of Erie, IL; grandchildren, Anne Marie made to the Erie Fire Department, the Erie (Brandon) Daniels, Carl (Sarah) Petersen, Public Library, or Homestead of Morrison.

Ken was born on April 22, 1924 in Dwight, Rhett (Andrea) Kuhnen, Koby Kuhnen, Devyn IL, to Carl and Margaret (Davidsen) Petersen. (Riley) Williams and Mason VanDierendonck; great grandchildren, Molly, Emmett, and HudHe graduated from Erie High School in 1942. son Petersen, Braxton and Cameron Williams.

After high school, Ken went on to serve in He was preceded in death by his wife Althea; the United States Army. He served during WWII, traveling to Scotland, England, France, parents Carl and Margaret; siblings James Petersen, Eugene Petersen, and Lucille Willis.

Switzerland, Germany and Belgium. After Share a memory or condolence at www. his service in the Army, Ken worked for the United States Postal Service in both Erie and gibsonbodefh.com.

Born: April 22, 1924 in Dewight, IL Died: December 16, 2024 in Morrison, IL

SALLY A. ZICKERT Born: February 10, 1948 in Morrison, IL Died: December 16, 2024 in Silvis, IL Sally Bannick Zickert, 76, of Lyndon, Il, passed on to the heavens Monday, December 16, 2024 at Genesis Mercy One of Silvis, Il, after a short battle with cancer.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2024 from 9:00 – 10:00 AM at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Morrison. The memorial service will follow at 10:00 AM with Reverend Mark Peters officiating. Inurnment will be at Lyndon Cemetery.

A memorial has been established.

Born Sally Ann Hill to Max and Sarah (Hess) Hill February 10, 1948. She married the Love of her life, Rodney J. Bannick, October 23, 1966, living a blessed life of marriage of 31 years having 4 children: Allen (Cindy) Bannick of Deer Grove, IL, Heide (Nick) Duerst of Theodosia, MO., Tammy Bannick (John Casey) of Bolingbrook, IL, and Michael Bannick passed in infancy. Rodney passed November 13, 2007.

Sally’s love was renewed meeting Dennis

Zickert in 2010 and marrying May 5, 2011 residing in Lyndon IL. Dennis brought new meaning into her life and sharing the outdoors with her which she loved, by enjoying her flower and vegetable gardens, hunting and fishing, and all of God’s creation.

She was a housewife and later working for Self Help Ent. in Sterling retiring after 26 years. She was a caretaker for her mother, Husband (Rodney) and Mother-in-Law Audrey (Bannick) Dunn for many years. Her caring nature was Gods gift with a resonating glow of sunshine from her beautiful smile. The last years of her life she enjoyed quilting, making beautiful, personalized quilts for many special people.

She is survived by her husband, Dennis Zickert; son, Allen (Cindy) Bannick; daughters, Heide (Nick) Duerst, Tammy Bannick (John Casey); step sons, Joe (Kathy) Zickert, David (Katie) Zickert; step daughter, Denise(Curt) Graham, 9 grand/step grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; and brother, Robert Hill; along with her nieces and nephew.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Rodney Bannick; son, Michael Bannick; grandson, Jason Henson; great grandson, Darren Quick; and brother Doren Hill.

Online condolences may be sent to www. mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com. ‘

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VERNON MEDENDORP Vernon R. Medendorp, 85, of Fulton, IL, passed on December 16, 2024.

Arrangements entrusted to Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, Morrison, IL. Additional information: www.bosmarenkes.com.

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Resthave Care and Rehabilitation in Morrison collected toy donations from families and employees to support Helping Hands and the Morrison Fire Department.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Elvira Stralow to celebrate 101st birthday Elvira Stralow of Morrison will celebrate her 101st birthday on Jan. 8, 2025. She was born on Jan. 8, 1924, in Morrison.

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LOCAL NEWS BRIEF Clinton Women’s Connection meets Jan. 8

CLINTON, Iowa – Stonecroft Clinton Women’s Connection invites all women to brunch at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8, at Grace Community Church, 727 N. 12th St., Clinton.

Music will be provided by Cheryl Green and Sue Pessman.

Gini Peterson of Milledgeville, an inspirational, nondenominational speaker, will talk about “The Real Thing.”

Peterson, a farm girl, likes to travel and her travels have taken her through tragic life situations as well as the highways and byways of the U.S. and some foreign countries. She has experienced divorce, marriages involving blended families and widowhood.

Cost for the brunch is $13.

Call Donna at 563-357-6843 or Nancy at 563-242-8819 or 563-357-8859 to make reservations, which are due Friday, Jan. 3.

HAPPY RETIREMENT! With over 16 years at Farmers National Bank, Brenda Martin’s last day is Friday, December 27th, 2024.

Please join us in our lobby in Morrison for refreshments and to wish Brenda farewell.

Thank you for all of your dedication while at Farmers National Bank. Enjoy your retirement!

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6 GLIMPSES OF THE PAST – FULTON

1964: New apartment building coming to Fulton 60 years

Dec. 23, 1964

Fulton soon will have a new apartment building as work progresses on a four-unit building at the intersection of Ninth Street and 16th Avenue.

The building is being built by the Four Star Development Co., a Fulton corporation headed by Lawrence Sikkema with associates Arthur Sikkema, Paul Sterenberg and Jon Balk.

Christmas this year will be around a little longer for Martin Merema and Bert Merema. They are packing for a fiesta trip to Mexico City in the middle of January. The Merema brothers, local Massey-Ferguson dealers, paid for the trip to Mexico with their sales performances during the past year.

They will be flown to Mexico with 300 other dealers from more than 40 takeoff points in the U.S. and Canada.

50 years

Dec. 25, 1974

Fulton Mayor Warren Wiersema was among those who spoke at dedication ceremonies for the new Mark N. Morris Memorial Bridge between Fulton and Clinton. Wiersema believes the people in the area are fortunate to have two bridges. He said he has been mayor long enough to be with the bridge “at the very conception of the idea through planning and designing, financial problems and the changeover of power into the reality of today when we stand in the

very middle of it.”

Fulton broke away from the Newman Comets in the second quarter and won its third Illowa game 90-53 Friday night. Fine shooting, tough defense and outstanding rebounding were the keys contributing to the big with for the Steamers.

40 years

Dec. 26, 1984

Officer Douglas Krahn, a veteran of 10 years in law enforcement work, appears set to be appointed the next chief of police for Fulton. Final action on his appointment is expected at the next meeting of the City Council.

Krahn received the unanimous endorsement of the Safety Committee of the City Council and there has been no apparent disagreement with his appointment.

The Albany Panthers’ victory over Sacred Heart on Dec. 18 gave Panthers coach Gerald Krueder his 200th win coaching at the Albany grade school. Krueder’s record in 16 years at Albany is 200-65, a winning percentage of 75.5%. His teams have been conference champions six times and second four times. Krueder has been chosen Junior High District Coach of the Year three times by the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association.

30 years

Dec. 21, 1994

Gerald Hill, a resident of Fulton

for many years, was honored at the meeting of the Fulton Kiwanis Club after serving the organization for 39 years. Russell Holesinger congratulated Hill for the many years he served as secretary of the club.

After several meetings of the Planning and Building Committee of the River Bend School District, members were asked to complete a summary on the discussions they had in previous meetings. Top questions were should the district try to increase the education tax rate and if it did for what purpose would the additional funds be used. Top of the list was an addition to Fulton High School that is estimated to cost $2.2 million.

20 years

Dec. 22, 2004

Groundbreaking for the new 54-room Comfort Inn and Suites will take place Dec. 27 at the site at the intersection of Routes 84 and 136 on the east end of Fulton. Dave and Bryce Swift from Swift Hospitality, developers of the project, will be on hand for the ceremony.

Superintendent Donald Mulch

presented a grim report on the district’s budget for the 2005-06 school year. In the report he estimated a loss of $529,000 in revenue. The district is transferring $100,000 in funds from the Building Fund and $50,000 from the Transportation Fund in a permanent transfer allowed by the state on a limited basis.

10 years

Dec. 24, 2014

Fulton received a share of the soup collected for the KROS Radio Soup From Santa campaign. There were more than 500 cans of soup divided between the Fulton, Thomson, Albany, Clinton and Camanche food pantries. Employees of River Bend schools and JT Cullen did their own in-house collections.

Nelson Corp. representatives Brad Fritz and Valerie Hill delivered food and a monetary gift to the Fulton/ Thomson Food Pantry. Nelson Corp held its annual food drive during its clients and staff Christmas parties. Bob Feldt and H. Wiebenga, pantry volunteers, were on hand to unload the delivered goods and receive the check.

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bclark@shawmedia.com STERLING – Selmi’s Formal Wear has opened inside Sterling’s Northland Mall at 2900 E. Lincolnway.

The family-owned business specializes in formal attire, including dresses, tuxedos and accessories for proms, weddings and other special events.

The store carries designer dress brands, including Aleta, Jovani, Juliet, Portia & Scarlett, Primavera, Rachel Allan and Sherri Hill.

Owner Katy Selmi, who also owns Selmi’s Weddings and Events and Selmi’s Flower Shop in Rock Falls, has been in the wedding and events business for more than 20 years. She has been renting tuxedos and suits out of the Rock Falls store since 2020, but was inspired to open the new formalwear store after years of traveling outside the area to shop for her daughter’s prom and homecoming dresses.

“We were driving two hours or more to find a dress,” Selmi said. “I know a lot of other people from our area have been doing the same thing and over the years we’ve played with the idea of bringing all the big labels for prom and homecoming dresses to town so people wouldn’t have to

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Katy Selmi stands ready with family and friends at the Dec. 13 ribbon-cutting of her new business, Selmi’s Formal Wear, inside Sterling’s Northland Mall. drive anymore.”

Although shoppers can visit the store and buy something off the rack, the store also offers a more intimate experience.

“Each girl gets their own personal attendant and an hour and a half to try

on whatever dresses they want,” Selmi said. “Each space has comfortable seating for family and friends to join them. They can take pictures and we also have drinks and refreshments.

It’s all part of the experience.”

The store also offers a consignment

option where customers can bring in their old dresses to be sold by the shop, giving them a percentage of the sale.

The new business is truly a family affair. Selmi’s son, Tate, is a business major at the University of Illinois and a former student of the Whiteside Area Career Center’s CEO program.

He created the store’s business plan and budget and also helps manage the store’s website.

Selmi’s daughter, Mary Kay, helped select the store’s inventory and also assisted in creating the store’s Ambassador program, which uses local high school girls to help promote the store’s inventory. Ambassadors receive special discounts for trying on dresses, taking pictures in them and then posting them to social media.

“My kids have been an instrumental part of this whole process and we can’t wait to show everyone what we have to offer,” Selmi said. “We still have a bunch more of our inventory to bring over with new options coming in regularly.”

Selimi’s Formal Wear is open from 1 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For information, visit selmis formalwear.com or call 815-200-1051.

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Carbon dioxide plays important role in body Many of us may recall from junior high science a rather simplistic formula that plants give off oxygen that humans need in exchange for carbon dioxide that humans do not need.

This article will hope to dispel the error of that simplistic approach.

Humans need carbon dioxide far more than we traditionally have thought.

While it sounds like carbon monoxide, which is poisonous, carbon dioxide is all things good even though it is indeed a sort of waste product. Actually, we might do better to think of carbon dioxide as an exchange molecule because it has an affinity for oxygen.

Here is a major role that carbon dioxide plays in terms of weight loss. If we were to ask most people, including medical people, they would tell us that either the gut or perhaps the liver, pancreas or brain plays the biggest role in weight loss. The reality is that carbon dioxide exhaled through our lungs has more to do with weight loss than any of the above organs.

Indeed, for every 10 pounds of fat lost in our bodies, 81/2 of those pounds come out through the lungs, mostly through carbon dioxide with a little bit of vapor. This is why proper breathing is important both day and night. Nighttime is the time that we actually lose a

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YOUR HEALTH Dr. Stephen D. Harrison fair amount of weight while lying still if we are breathing properly.

Some experts have gone on to say carbon dioxide is a more fundamental component of living matter than oxygen. It is the chief hormone of the entire body. It’s the only one produced by every tissue and acting on every organ.

Optimizing carbon dioxide levels comes under the responsibility of breathing. As it turns out, the most efficient breathing pattern occurs when there is about a 51/2-second inhale breath followed by a 51/2-second exhale.

Some have noted this rhythm has a religious timing to it much like the rosary and prayer. This brings the rate of breathing down to less than six breaths a minute. That is far lower than many people do at 15 to 20 times a minute. In fact, when we overbreathe, we do not eliminate our CO2 well.

One of the important scientific advances in understanding carbon dioxide is to recognize that the ability to withstand higher levels can be in one’s favor. This is something that can be

built up over time. One of the best techniques to do this is breath holding.

This simple little procedure of holding the breath has helped many people around the world with anxiety disorders. Recognize that when your toddler tries to get attention by breath holding, they actually are trying to correct something on a physiologic basis. We might do well to do the breath holding with them rather than discourage them. In fact, telling someone to take a deep breath is not a helpful instruction for anxiety in the midst of an attack.

Holding the breath is much better.

There are additional techniques that will help achieve a good balance with oxygen and carbon dioxide. The U.S. Navy Seals use what they call box breathing. With this, somebody inhales to a count of four and holds to a count of four and exhales to a count of four and then holds it again for a count of four in a repetitious process.

If somebody exhales for a longer period of time they will engage a stronger parasympathetic response, which is the relax and digest response. As an example, consider exhaling for six seconds and holding for two seconds following that and then repeating the round. Keep in mind that the exercises look to basically do two things with car-

bon dioxide. The first is to eliminate it more effectively. The second is to build up a tolerance to it.

Another exercise for relaxation and sleep is 4-7-8 breathing. You take a deep breath in and then next exhale through the mouth with a whoosh sound. Then close the mouth and inhale quietly through the nose to count of four. Then hold this for a count of seven. Then exhale through the mouth with another whoosh to the count of eight. This exercise may be found on YouTube.

Another very useful technique available through YouTube is known as sudarshan kriya. YouTube also has many examples of yoga breathing. This begins with placing the hand on the navel and breathing into the belly and filling the expansion. Then move the hand up so that it covers the bottom of the rib cage and focus on breathing into the hand in that area by expanding the ribs with each inhalation and reversing that with exhalation.

Finally, move the hand to below the collarbone while imagining the chest spreading out and withdrawing with each exhale. Then connect all of those motions into one breath, breathing in first to the stomach, then rib cage, then chest and then exhaling in the opposite direction.

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Having a gym membership means access to classes, equipment, expertise, facilities and, for many people, the opportunity to socialize.

That being said, there are many people who don’t feel “at home” at the gym.

If you stay away from gyms because you think they are only for jocks, you should think again. When I walk into my gym, I am as apt to find senior citizens like me as anyone who looks like an athlete.

I chose my gym for several reasons, and it occurred to me that the process for choosing a gym has something in common with choosing a home you want to live in.

So, here are my tips for selecting the kind of gym where you can feel at home.

Location, location, location: When it comes to real estate, location is key. I believe you should choose the gym that is most convenient for you. It might be the one that is closest to your home or work, or that you pass by frequently. If you choose a gym that’s clear across town, it makes it easier to make excuses not to go.

Good neighbors: Visit your local gym(s) and see what kind of reception you get. Hopefully you’ll find a friendly face and an offer to tour the facility. Notice the other members. Do

you see plenty of people your same age and/or gender? If you plan to work with a personal trainer, see if you can meet them and get to know their level of expertise in working with someone of your fitness level.

Housekeeping: Floors, locker rooms, bathrooms and equipment should be clean and regularly maintained. If you use any equipment, make sure you wipe it down after you use it. You may even wish to wipe it down before you use it. Your gym should provide cleaning supplies in the form of disinfectant and paper towels.

Home repairs: If you own a home, you know that maintenance is important. Most gyms will be very good about maintaining their equipment.

They don’t want you to get injured. If you notice that any piece of equip-

ment is not working properly or is damaged, make sure you report it.

House payment: Gym membership costs vary, but there are some very affordable options. Be sure to shop around. Many gyms also participate in programs that provide free or reduced memberships for seniors or low-income individuals.

Amenities: Many retirement communities offer shared clubhouse facilities. A gym can have similar offerings. In addition to weight machines and cardio equipment, you may find a pool or hot tub. Some gyms also offer vending machines, snack bars or coffee bars.

Sherry DeWalt is a certified health and nutrition coach and healthy lifestyles coordinator with the CGH Health Foundation.

Morrison Podiatry.

Morrison Podiatry is located at 841 N. Galena Ave., Suite 300, Dixon. Dr. David Yeager will be the clinician in charge.

The clinic starts at 8 a.m. and is by appointment only. To make an appointment, call the Illinois Elks Children’s Care

office at 1-800-272-0074 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

There are no charges for any services at this clinic.

The Elks Organization has been working with physically challenged children since 1928 and this is one of 15

clinic locations throughout Illinois.

The Elks will provide financial assistance to the best of their ability for children needing further treatment or specialty equipment when the family lacks sufficient resources.

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LOCAL NEWS BRIEF Elks’ children’s podiatry assessment clinic set for Jan. 21

DIXON – Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation, in cooperation with Northwest District Elks Lodges, will sponsor a free children’s podiatry assessment clinic on Tuesday, Jan. 21, at

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Child advocacy center moving to permanent location

By BRANDON CLARK

bclark@shawmedia.com MORRISON – A child advocacy center in Morrison is relocating.

The April House Children’s Advocacy Center of Whiteside County recently bought the building at 201 W. Market St. in Morrison from Crossroads Community Church of Morrison. Executive Director Carrie Melton said April House will spend the next three months renovating the building before making it their permanent home.

Melton said the center is part of a multi-disciplinary team, including law enforcement, the Department of Children and Family Services, the

State’s Attorney’s office, medical providers and mental health professionals, that assists with child abuse investigations, particularly those involving sexual and severe Carrie Melton physical abuse.

“We coordinate those investigations in a way that brings together law enforcement, DCFS and the prosecutor’s office to provide a forensic or victim-sensitive interview which we provide on-site,” Melton said. “We provide a safe space that is a child-friendly, trauma-informed location for the chil-

dren to tell their story in their own words and at their own pace.”

The team then uses that interview to determine how best to help the child and can include referrals for medical exams, mental health services and other resources.

Melton said April House in 2023 provided services to 239 children across Whiteside County and assisted with 121 interviews.

“We work closely with different agencies throughout the community to be able to provide referrals for the children,” Melton said. “We all have the same goal, which is to keep the kids safe and make sure they have a safe place to come home to.”

April House started in 2002 as a

small organization within the Whiteside County Health Department. In 2017, additional funding became available, allowing the organization to grow into three full-time employees.

The center gained its name after its involvement in a gruesome April 1999 case in which three boys riding their bikes on Riverdale Road along the Hennepin Feeder Canal discovered the body of a dark-haired, 7-pound baby. The child could not be immediately identified and became known as Baby April Whiteside.

The center is a nonprofit organization that depends on state and federal grants, private donations and local support. For information or to make a donation, visit aprilhouse.org.

Merry Christmas from all of us at

Morrison, Sterling to receive state grant funding for park projects 11 STERLING – Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources have announced more than $55 million in grant funding for 100 park projects throughout the state, including parks in Morrison and Sterling.

This is the third consecutive year Pritzker has allocated funding for economically distressed communities, helping 29 underserved areas to receive $17.3 million in grants through the Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development program, according to a news release. The recipient list was released Dec. 16.

“This round of OSLAD grants represents long-awaited projects from the smallest villages of rural Illinois to Chicago and the suburbs,” IDNR Director Natalie Phelps Finnie said.

“There is an impressive amount of work, creativity and ambition that goes into planning new outdoor recreational facilities and I’m delighted the Illinois Department of Natural Resources is able to play a small part in helping communities thrive.”

The Sterling Park District is set to receive $600,000 from the OSLAD program. Park District Director Larry WHOLE BONELESS PORK LOIN

Schuldt said the money will be used for several improvements to Thomas Park, including the construction of a new ADA-accessible playground and fishing platform.

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As we get into that process and review pricing, I’d love to be able to add two to three new courts.”

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Morrison is expected to receive $81,500. Parks and Recreation Director Nathan Jacobs said the grant money will be used to build a new ADA-compliant playground at the Morrison Sports Complex at 315 Bishop Road.

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Tom Jobst retiring after 15 years as Marquette’s coach

Jobst is a former Morrison coach and IHSFCA Hall of Famer SHAW LOCAL NEWS NETWORK contact@shawmedia.com

OTTAWA – Tom Jobst, who in 2010 took over a Marquette Academy football program that had suffered through eight consecutive losing seasons and turned it into a perennial Class 1A powerhouse, is retiring as head coach of the Crusaders, the Ottawa school announced last week.

In his 15 years as head coach at Marquette, Jobst – a 2016 inductee into the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame – compiled a 113-44 record. He also was head coach at New Berlin (1976-79), Morrison (1980-87) and Ottawa (1990-92) and concluded his career with a 187-103 record.

Jobst also served as an underclass coach/varsity assistant at Fort Dodge (Iowa), Hall and Ottawa High.

“Coach Jobst has been a foundational part of our football program for

many years,” Marquette Academy principal Brooke Rick said. “His commitment to the success and development of his players, on and off the field, has shaped the program into what it is today.

“We are incredibly grateful for his years of service, and while he will be missed, his legacy will continue to inspire generations of Marquette Academy student-athletes.”

Marquette plans to honor Jobst’s retirement with a ceremony during the 2025 season.

Before Jobst took over the Marquette football program, the Crusaders had not been to the playoffs since 2001 and had gone a combined 18-54 the previous eight years. Jobst’s Crusaders struggled with low numbers during an 0-9 season in 2010 and 2-7 season in 2011, but Marquette began a run of success in 2012 and had consecutive playoff appearances that continued through the 6-5 campaign in 2024.

The search for Marquette’s next football coach will begin immediately, according to a Marquette news release.

The school is seeking “a new head football coach who will continue the tradition of excellence established by

Scott Anderson file photo

Marquette head football coach Tom Jobst smiles while coaching his team against St. Bede on Oct. 13, 2023, at Gould Stadium.

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Mercer County 53, Fulton 43: Jacob Voss and Jace Bielenberg each scored 14 points for the Steamers.

Morrison 69, Mercer County 51: Asher Ernst scored a game-high 30 points for the Mustangs in the home win. Dawson Hepner added 13 points for Morrison.

Orion 74, Morrison 59: Kyler Owens led Orion with 35 points. Brayden Rubright’s 24 points led Morrison. Asher Ernst scored 16 and Dawson Hepner added 12 for the Mustangs in the loss.

Fulton 49, Bureau Valley 34: Braeden Brennan led the Steamers with 21 points and Braedon Meyers scored nine in the home win.

Warkins varsity boys basketball tournament: The Cliff Warkins Memorial Classic will be Dec. 27, 28 and 30 at Erie High School. Teams competing are Riverdale, Forreston, Fulton, Orion, Morrison, Kewanee, Galena, Beecher, Erie-Prophetstown, Sterling Newman, Lena-Winslow and Stark County.

Dec. 27 schedule (high school gym): 10 a.m. Riverdale vs. Fulton; 11:30 a.m. Newman vs. Stark County; 1 p.m. Fulton vs. Forreston; 2:30 p.m. Galena vs.

Beecher; 4 p.m. Morrison vs. Orion; 5:30 p.m. Beecher vs. Erie-Prophetstown.

Dec. 27 schedule (elementary school gym): 10 a.m.

Kewanee vs. Morrison; 11:30 a.m. Erie-Prophetstown vs. Galena; 1 p.m. Orion vs. Kewanee; 2:30 p.m. Stark County vs. Lena-Winslow; 4 p.m. Forreston vs. Riverdale; 5:30 p.m. Lena-Winslow vs. Newman.

Opponents and times for Saturday games will be determined by pool placement from Friday’s games.

Saturday games begin at 4 p.m. for third-place teams, 5 p.m. for second-place teams and 7 p.m. for firstplace teams. Games in the championship rounds Monday will be at 4, 5:30 and 7 p.m.

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Erie-Prophetstown’s Connor Keegan passes the ball as Riverdale’s Jacob Watson defends Dec. 16 at Riverdale High School.

Erie-Prophetstown alumni recognition: Alumni boys basketball players from Erie and Prophetstown will be recognized between games Friday, Jan. 10, at Erie

High School. The Panthers play Mendota.

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Girls basketball

Oregon 39, Morrison 24: Ella Dannhorn led Oregon with 15 points in the win.

Fulton 53, Bureau Valley 46: The Steamers had a comeback win at home in the non-conference matchup. Kylie Smither led Fulton with 22 points.

Bureau Valley led 35-15 at halftime before Fulton had a 38-11 advantage after the break. Libby Endress led the Storm with 15 points.

Warkins varsity girls basketball tournament: The Cliff Warkins Memorial Classic will be Dec. 27, 28 and 30 at Prophetstown High School. Teams competing are Wethersfield, Mercer County, Morrison, Monmouth-Roseville, Kewanee, Fulton, Hall, Bureau Valley, Rockridge, Stockton, Stark County and Erie-Prophetstown.

Dec. 27 schedule (old gym): 10 a.m. Kewanee vs. Fulton; 11:30 a.m. Bureau Valley vs. Rockridge; 1 p.m.

Mercer County vs. Wethersfield; 2:30 p.m. Stark County vs. Stockton; 4 p.m. Fulton vs. Monmouth-Roseville; 5:30 p.m. Hall vs. Bureau Valley.

Dec. 27 schedule (new gym): 10 a.m. Wethersfield vs.

Morrison; 11:30 a.m. Erie-Prophetstown vs. Stark County; 1 p.m. Monmouth-Roseville vs. Kewanee; 2:30 p.m. Rockridge vs. Hall; 4 p.m. Morrison vs.

Mercer County; 5:30 p.m. Stockton vs. Erie-Prophetstown.

Opponents and times for Saturday games will be determined by pool placement from Friday’s games.

Saturday games begin at 4 p.m. for third-place teams, 5 p.m. for second-place teams and 7 p.m. for firstplace teams. Games in the championship rounds Monday will be at 4, 5:30 and 7 p.m.

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“She gathered a whole bunch of information about what our needs were, what we had for resources and what we didn’t have yet,” Robshaw said. “That work was huge. She was important in getting new businesses started in town, she helped business owners put together their plans and got work done on a TIF district within Erie.

On any given day, more cars are parked along the downtown triangle now than 10 years ago, with much of the credit for that going to Revitalize Erie.

The group set out to get more eyes on Erie and more dollars for businesses and succeeded in both. The revitalization of the community and its economy has had trickle-down effects, including the building of a new nine-acre subdivision of duplexes across Albany Road from Erie Cemetery. It’s Erie’s first new development of residential land in almost 30 years.

While many small towns struggle to remain viable, Erie has found ways to grow and show what it has to offer, encouraging locals to become more invested in their community and travelers to exit the interstate for a visit to town – and their work isn’t done yet.

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Revitalize Erie created a spark where people are excited about our community again.”

Carla Jaquet, Revitalize Erie vice president was lit six years ago has helped the group keep the home fires burning.

“It’s really reignited people’s passion about the community,” Jaquet said. “There were people who became very apathetic, saying they live out in the middle of nowhere, there’s nothing here or saying downtown looks terrible. Revitalize Erie created a spark where people are excited about our community again and people are thinking about moving back. Some people are thinking about staying versus saying they can’t wait to get out of here and they’re saying, ‘It’s not a bad place after all.’ ” To learn more about Revitalize Erie’s efforts to help the community, email revitalizeerie@gmail.com or go to facebook.com/revitalizeerieil. Donations and other correspondence can be mailed to Revitalize Erie, P.O. Box 152, Erie, IL, 61250.

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“Bird flu has apparently returned to our local area on the Upper Mississippi River,” said Ed Britton, wildlife refuge manager of the Savanna District at the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge.

“Although no birds have been clinically tested, sick birds are displaying symptoms of bird flu.”

Britton said the last outbreak of bird flu along that section of river was summer 2022, when thousands of water birds were killed. Currently, dead and sick tundra swans, Canada geese and several species of waterfowl are being reported.

DeKalb County-based Oaken Acres Wildlife Center announced Wednesday that it no longer will accept geese that appear to exhibit symptoms in order to protect their staff and other birds in-house.

Oaken Acres Executive Director Kathy Stelford said her staff has kept geese outside of the center’s main building, which houses an array of animals and birds that are susceptible to the virus. The center often takes in injured or sick wild animals to care for and then rehabilitate them.

“The rate of infection is just too risky for us to subject our animals, our birds to having these birds here,” Stelford said. “It feels bad because we’re a rehab center.”

This month, area residents have called the center to report at least a dozen unresponsive geese, Stelford said. The center initially instructed people to bring the geese in to Oaken Acres, thinking the birds were hit by a car or attacked by another animal.

Stelford said she now believes the

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Two Canada geese and their five goslings walk along the bank of the Rock River below the Oregon dam on April 26. geese have avian flu.

“Some of them (geese), even by the time people had [driven] them here, had died,” Stelford said. “So it’s a very fast-acting virus that can be contracted from one goose to another within 24-hour exposure.”

The geese have not been confirmed to have avian flu, but Stelford said officials from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources on Tuesday took a dead goose for testing.

The test results were not yet known as of Wednesday.

Stelford said she’s confident in her assessment based on her observations.

“Usually within a day or two after they show symptoms, they die,” Stelford said. “So the ones that are getting here are either almost dead, dying or probably just beginning to show symptoms and they are going to die very quickly.”

What is avian flu?

Avian flu, also called H5N1 bird flu or highly pathogenic avian influenza, is transmittable to humans. Since Feb. 25, officials said 61 cases in eight states have been reported to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to the center’s data.

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Human infections occur when the virus is suspended in the air through droplets or possibly dust and is inhaled by a person, according to the CDC. A person also can become infected by touching their mouth, eyes or nose after touching a surface contaminated with the virus.

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The IDNR urged the public this month to be alert for any sightings of mass deaths of geese or other waterfowl.

Department officials believe several dozen water birds, primarily snow geese, recently died after being infected with highly pathogenic avian influenza at Baldwin Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area in Randolph County, according to the news release.

Stelford said another mortality event could be occurring in Sycamore, which she said is where the majority of the sickly geese taken to Oaken Acres were from.

“The concentrations we’ve been getting are mostly in Sycamore, kind of like the southern end of Sycamore over by Bethany (Road) and Somonauk Street,” Stelford said.

The CDC also announced Wednes-

day the first confirmed severe case in the U.S. of bird flu.

Common symptoms of the virus in humans include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue, eye redness and shortness of breath. Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting are less common symptoms, according to the CDC. The public is urged to stay alert and use caution, although the CDC hasn’t called for restricted travel. The CDC advised against visiting poultry farms, bird markets or dairy farms with sick cows. Of the 61 human cases reported so far in the U.S., 37 are linked to cattle exposure, according to the CDC.

What if I find a bird that looks sick?

The IDNR also offered tips on what to do if you encounter what appear to be ill birds.

Those who happen upon groups of five or more dead birds in one location are encouraged to report it to their local IDNR wildlife biologist. For DeKalb, Ogle, Lee, Bureau and Putnam counties, that’s Jared Trickey.

Anyone handling the dead birds should wear gloves and a mask and double bag any dead birds in sealed plastic bags. Officials wrote that those bags should be buried away from scavengers or disposed of by notifying a local waste service provider.

Anyone who disposes or touches the birds should wash their hands, clothes and any tools with soap and water after the job is done, according to the IDNR. Regarding the geese that appear sick but are still alive, Stelford said it’s better if people leave them be.

“There is nothing that we know of that can be done to stop the virus or cure the animal,” Stelford said.

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The teams from several schools and agencies in Dixon, Whiteside County, Freeport, Belvidere and Winnebago County must compete in three practice games to qualify for the regional tournament, where the winning teams will move on to compete at the state level in March. On Dec. 8, the teams checked off their first two games during a practice tournament at the Dixon Park District indoor basketball courts.

Steve Caudillo, a Jack Mabley Developmental Center retiree, started hosting the practice tournament about six years ago for area Special Olympics basketball teams.

“It was kind of tough to get games scheduled, so I figured if we had it in the tournament type of style, you could at least get two games in,” Caudillo said in an interview with Shaw Local News Network.

Each team played two games for a total of 24 games.

The tournament is run entirely by volunteers. Caudillo takes on the role of director, and scorekeepers run the scoreboard. Five certified Illinois High School Association referees – Steve Beiser, Jim Jecklin, Troy Stockton, Richard Humphrey and Theresa Mekeel – made sure the games ran safely, Caudillo said.

“In this day and age, referees are hard to secure because there’s not many of them, and those that are out there, they are working a lot of games,” he said. “I’ve had the same refs who have helped the last six years. They’ve made a commitment to help us every year.”

As for the teams that come from Jack Mabley Developmental Center, Kreider Services, Self Help Enterprises Inc., Rockford Special Olympics, Bi-County Special Education Cooperative, the Freeport Park District, Hononegah High School in Rockton and Belvidere Park District some have changed over the years.

For instance, at Bi-County, its basketball program is offered to youths ages 8 and older who attend Bi-County member schools in Whiteside County.

Its team, the Bulldogs, has two returning players from the previous year

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Coach Eli Townsend (left) celebrates a good practice Dec. 18 with his Mabley Center team. The team is eyeing a return to state in Special Olympics basketball.

Mike, a Mabley Center Lighting and nine newcomers, coach Mandi basketball team Roggy of Morrison said in an intermember, practices view with Shaw Local News Network. his shooting Dec. 18 This is the second year that the at The Facility in Bulldogs are competing as a team.

Dixon. The team, During its first year, the team made it to the state tournament and took along with several home second place, Roggy said. others in the area, Roggy has been a coach with will hit the court in Bi-County for eight years. Her daughJanuary for a chance ter, Emily Roggy, became a coach to compete in the about three years ago, and her fiance, Special Olympics Jess Hurley, started coaching two state tournament. years ago.

For the 2024-25 season, the three of them created a second team known as the All Star Twisters.

“We created Twisters for those who have aged out of the Bi-County program or that were never in the program to give them a chance to play due to not having very many teams in the area,” Mandi Roggy said.

“The Bulldogs from last year wanted to play again together this year. So

we had to create a new team so they could do that.”

The Twisters is made up of last year’s Bulldogs players and one newcomer, she said.

“This mini tournament is kind of a

good warmup for the players, but also a good warmup for the coaches to prepare for competition,” Caudillo said.

“It kind of gives them an idea, ‘OK, we need to start working on these types of things for the tournament.’ ”

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HOOPPOLE Calvary Evangelical Congregational Church Rev. Zachary Van Dyke, Pastor 563-370-8779 Hooppole Zion Methodist Church Pastor Rolando Renteria 311 Main St, Hooppole, 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

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Senior Living Apartments Skilled Nursing Services Hospice Inpatient Outpatient Therapy Service 310 Mosher Drive, Prophetstown 815-537-5175

Ebenezer Reformed Church 309 E. Park St., Morrison Pastor J. T. Bean 815-772-2472 www.ercmorrison.com Emmanuel Church 202 E. Morris St., Morrison 815-772-3890 www.ecmorrison.com Rev. Luke Schouten, Senior Pastor Rich Criss, Ministry Coordinator First Baptist Church 406 E. Maple Ave. Morrison Pastor Roy Brown, II Phone 815-772-2696 facebook.com/morrisonfirstbaptist 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 David Manley, Minister, 602-750-6426 d.manley93@yahoo.com Google YouTube Larry Kidwell for sermons.

Morrison United Methodist Church 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison Pastor Sun-Ah Kang - 815-772-4030

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St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 601 N. Jackson St., Morrison www.stpetersmorrison.com Interim Reverend David Andermann PORT BYRON Bethel Baptist 27308 108th Ave. N., Port Byron Church Phone: 309-523-3352 Pastor Josh Matthews

First Lutheran Church Pastor Chelsey Weech Office: 815-537-2758 www.firstlutheran-ptown.org Leon United Methodist Church 17173 Lomax Road, Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - cell 815-656-0362 pastorjoeygarcea@gmail.com Prophetstown United Methodist Church 200 W. 2nd St., Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - 815-537-2496

Church of the Cross United Methodist Church 22621 IL 2 and 92, Port Byron Pastor Mark Graham Parish Office: 309-523-2201

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

Countryside Christian Church 3817 230th St. N., Port Byron Pastor Steve Allison Church Phone: 309-523-2834

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

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

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Messiah Lutheran Church 302 11th St., Port Byron - 309-523-2421 Pastor Gwen Sefrhans-Murphy Peace Lutheran Church ELCA 20828 Friedens Road, Port Byron Interim Pastor: Nancy Jaster www.peacelutheranil.org - 309-523-2295 Port Byron First United Methodist Church 9412 228th St. N., Port Byron, IL Church Office: 309-848-4050 Email: portbyronfirstumc@gmail.com Roberta Robbins, Lead Pastor Becky Butterfield, Associate Pastor PROPHETSTOWN Advent Christian Church 200 Elm St., Prophetstown Pastor Diana Verhulst 815-537-5646 - ptownac.org

REMAX Sauk Valley Barb Kophamer Barb@BarbKophamer.com 815-772-4850

Dykstra & Law Insurance Agency, Inc. Brent Dykstra, Agent In River City Mall

1426 10th Avenue, Fulton 815-589-2200 SM-ST1891458

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 1416 Third Ave., Rapids City Fr. Glenn H. Harris Phone 309-496-2414 TAMPICO St. Mary Catholic Church Reverend Slawomir Zimodro 105 Benton St., Tampico Phone 815-438-5425 Tampico Baptist Church 209 W. 3rd St., Tampico Pastor Ethan Horton Tampico First United Methodist Church Pastor Leanne Keate - 815-564-2302

DENNIS ELECTRIC Tampico, Illinois 815-438-4402

Dec. 9-15 Warranty Deeds Midwest Health Properties LLC to Highlight Sterling Property LLC, 3601 16th Ave., Sterling, $1,279,587.

Petersen Health Care XIII LLC to 430 Martin Road Property LLC, 430 Martin Road, Rock Falls, $5,000.

Marc A. McCoy and Kimberly A. McCoy to Nels C. Carlson and Megan E. Carlson, 606 W. Third St., Lyndon, $205,000.

Stacy L. Dillard, Mario F. Dillard, Lena Janan Vandrew and Harold E. Vandrew to Zackery W. Lewis and Sara F. Lewis, 1108 Third Ave., Sterling, $95,000.

Mark O. Packer to Chad Jacobs and Angela Jacobs, two parcels in Erie Township, $181,455.

Renee C. Kahle, Renee C. Brunson, and Eric Brunson to Tim B. Stauffer, 402 E. Eighth St., Rock Falls, $155,000.

Harold Curtis Plautz, Nancy U. Plautz, Kendall C. Plautz, Kellie Plautz, Kellie Plautz Larrabee, Penny J. Plautz, H. Curtis Plautz to Raymar Farms LLC, one parcel on Fargo Road, Tampico, $28,600.

Josephine M. Coronado to Jared R. Zinke, 600 E. Rock Falls Road, Rock Falls, $60,000.

Allen Hall to Ernest K. Cook and Calynn M. Cook, 405 E. Fifth Ave., Lyndon, $25,000.

Integrity Solutions Realty LLC to Gilberto Luna, 1206 Wilson St., Sterling, $22,575.

Rex Young to Douglas B. Knochenmus, one parcel on Cordova Road, Erie, $500.

B M Bagby Inc. and Bm Bagby Inc to Salvador Victor and Kara Victor, 8613 Deere Run Road, Fenton, $0.

David E. Leonard and Patricia K. Leonard to Harkness Properties LLC, 901 W. Route 30, Rock Falls, and 905 W. Route 30, Rock Falls, $205,000.

Ric N Boad Inc and Ricnboad Inc to Primos Bar & Grill LLC, 1711 W. Fourth St., Sterling, $350,000.

Toriann Sullivan, Terrilynn Weeber, Jason W. Heyvaert, Amy S. Heyvaert, and Kathryn J. Berardi to Allison R. Steimle and Jeffrey A. Steimle, one parcel on 16th Avenue, Erie, $105,638.

Eric Gaumer and Carrie J. Gaumer to Adrian Baker and Danielle Baker, 16181 Sand Road, Fulton, $360,000.

Marvin Smith Estate to Todd E. Smith, 1103 Havey Drive, Sterling, $13,666.

M & E Rental LLC to Hochgesang Real Estate LLC, 1101 Albany St., Erie, $75,000.

Metzger Farms Properties to Thola And Thola Co., two parcels on Lincoln Road, Fulton, $1,642,188.

Quit Claim Deeds Steven P. Ducey and Kelly A. Ducey to Steven P. Hainline and Laura K. Hainline,

two parcels in Erie Township, $2,500.

Irene L. Nusbaum to Jeffrey K. Nusbaum, one parcel on Tampico Road, Sterling, $0.

Eugenia A. Nailor and Richard E. Nailor to Richard E. Nailor and Eugenia A. Nailor to 1312 Fourth Ave., Sterling, $0.

Angela Jacobs and Angela R. Russell to Chad Jacobs and Angela Jacobs, two parcels in Erie Township, $0.

Ifh Group to City of Rock Falls, one parcel in Coloma Township, $0.

Ellen T. Schmitt and Randall E. Schmitt to Ellen T. Schmitt Trust and Randall E. Schmitt Trust, 220 N. Fourth St., Fulton, $0.

Ruth Cowley LLC to Ric N Boad Inc and Ricnboad Inc, 1711 W. Fourth St., Sterling, $0.

Randy D. Tompkins and Pamela J. Tompkins to Randy D. Tompkins, Pamela J. Tompkins and Katrina M. Garcia, one parcel in Lyndon, $0.

Deeds Linboom R & B Living Trust, Linboom R&b Living Trust and Barbara J. Linboom, trustee, to Barbara J. Linboom Living Trust, 2202 12th Ave., Sterling, $0.

Sheriff of Whiteside County, Joyce L. Dall Estate and Joyce L. Dall Heirs to Norman Lee Gilroy, 1014 Leroy Ave., Rock Falls, $0.

Sheriff of Whiteside County, Susan M. Unger Estate and Susan M. Unger Heirs to Midfirst Bank, 513 W. Seventh St., Rock Falls, $0.

Carolyn Spencer and Dorothy Handel to Carolyn Spencer, trustee, and Dorothy Handel Trust, 507 W. 11th St., Rock Falls, $0.

William M. Fullmer to William M. Fullmer Trust, 608 W. 13th St., Rock Falls, $0.

Trustees Deeds Austin Joseph Kelly, trustee, and Muriel Nerad Trust to Matthew S. Henrekin, trustee; Henrekin Family Trust; and Melissa J. Henrekin, trustee, two parcels on Ridge Road, Tampico, $1,641,900.

Austin Joseph Kelly, trustee, Muriel Nerad Trust to Michael V. Cady and Kimberly J. Cady, two parcels on Hahnaman Road, Tampico, $455,000.

Austin Joseph Kelly, trustee, and Muriel Nerad Trust to James C. Henrekin and Lamonica L. Henrekin, one parcel on Hahnaman Road, Deer Grove, $1,912,529.

Robert A. Latham Living Trust, Lavonne M. Latham Living Trust, and Latham Irrevocable Trust to Kyle Schipper and Kylie Schipper, 1002 Sixth St., Erie, $0.

Latham Irrevocable Trust, Robert A. Latham Trust and Lavonne M. Latham Trust to Kyle Schipper and Kylie Schipper, 1002 Sixth St., Erie, $0.

Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF Rock Island Rock Island, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff vs.

LUC A STREETER, AMANDA K STREETER, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE , UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 23 FC 111 CALENDAR NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause the Sheriff of Rock Island County will on January 21, 2025, at the hour 9:00 a.m., Jail Lobby, Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, Rock Island, Illinois 61201, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 03-31-108-005.

Commonly known as 110 8TH ST. S, CORDOVA, IL 61242.

The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 2215 Enterprise Drive, Suite 1512, Westchester, Illinois 60154. (312) 940-8580. 23-02063 SHERIFF I3257220 December 17, 24, 31, 2024

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS Carrington Mortgage Services LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Robert Williams; et. al.

DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC101 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 10/16/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on January 24, 2025 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 17-23-403-008 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7 Forestview Drive Coal Valley, IL 61240 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 twenty-four (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 1/1/2007, purchasers 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 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 Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-24-03214.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE OF CIM TRUST 2021-R5, PLAINTIFF, VS. DELORES I ALLEN-PORTER A/K/A DELORES INEZ PORTER; STATE OF ILLINOIS; PRIME ACCEPTANCE CORP.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. NO. 2024FC58 417 28TH AVENUE WEST MILAN, IL 61264 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 July 3, 2024, Judicial Sales Corporation will on January 21, 2025, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:00 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. 16-35-205-003 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 417 28th Avenue West Milan, IL 61264 Description of Improvements: The property is a single family home.

The Judgment amount was $95,697.47.

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# 23-17209IL 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 OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY-ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC., PLAINTIFF vs.

DANNY R. ADAMS SR.; DEFENDANT NO. 2024FC86 Address: 2506 20th Avenue 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 August 7, 2024, I, Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois, will on January 10, 2025 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: 2506 20th Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201 P.I.N.: 16-01-304-039 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $86,603.95 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 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, 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 3650, Chicago, IL 60602, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 24 0865.

Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 3650 Chicago, Illinois 60602 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 24 0865 I3256484 December 10, 17, 24, 2024

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

DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC93 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 08/21/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on January 24, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 17-11-301-041 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3407 50th St 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 twenty-four (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 1/1/2007, purchasers 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 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 Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-24-02975.

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No. ENTERED Document 2016-16582; and AGAINST YOU AT for other relief; that ANY TIME AFTER summons was duly THAT DAY AND A issued out of said JUDGMENT MAY Court against you BE ENTERED IN as provided by law ACCORDANCE LEGALthat NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES THE and the said WITH suit is now PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. pending.

CODILIS & NOW, ASSOCIATES, P.C. THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file Attorneys for your answer or Plaintiff otherwise file your 15W030 North appearance in this Frontage Road, case in the Office Suite 100 IN THE CIRCUIT of the Clerk of this Burr Ridge, IL COURT FOR THE Court, 60527 14TH JUDICIAL Tammy R. Weikert (630) 794-5300 CIRCUIT DuPage # 15170 Rock Island ROCK ISLAND County Courthouse Winnebago # 531 COUNTY, ROCK 1317 3rd Avenue, Our File No. ISLAND, ILLINOIS 14-24-05676 Suite 101 Rocket Mortgage, NOTE: This law Rock Island, IL LLC f/k/a Quicken firm is a debt 61201 Loans, LLC f/k/a on or before collector.

Quicken Loans Inc. January 9, 2025, A I3256714 PLAINTIFF DEFAULT MAY BE Vs. ENTERED December Matthew Franks; AGAINST YOU AT 10, 17, 24, 2024 Whitcomb; ANY TIME AFTER Amy Sarah Rockwell; THAT DAY AND A Franks, JUDGMENT MAY Matthew Classified as Independent BE ENTERED IN of ACCORDANCE Administrator It works. the Estate of WITH THE Drexel R. Franks; PRAYER OF SAID 833-584-NEWS Heirs COMPLAINT. Unknown and Legatees of CODILIS & LEGAL NOTICES P.C. LEGAL NOTICES Drexel R. Franks; ASSOCIATES, Unknown Owners Attorneys for Nonrecord Plaintiff and IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Claimants 15W03014TH NorthJUDICIAL CIRCUIT DEFENDANTS Frontage Road, OF Rock Island COUNTY No. 2024FC157 Suite 100Rock Island, ILLINOIS NOTICE BY Burr Ridge, IL BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. PUBLICATION 60527 Plaintiff NOTICE IS GIVEN (630) vs. 794-5300 TO YOU: DuPage LUC A# 15170 STREETER, AMANDA K Amy Whitcomb Winnebago STREETER,# 531 ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT Unknown Heirs Our No. OF File REVENUE , UNKNOWN OWNERS and Legatees of 14-24-05676 AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Drexel R. Franks NOTE: This law Defendant Unknown Owners firm is a debt 23 FC 111 Nonrecord collector. and CALENDAR Claimants I3256714 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE That this case has PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that been commenced pursuant December to a Judgment of Foreclosure this Court entered in 10, 17, 24, 2024 in the above entitled cause the against you and Sheriff of Rock Island County will on other defendants, January 21, 2025, at the hour 9:00 praying for the a.m., Jail Lobby, Justice Center, 1317 foreclosure of a Third Avenue, Rock Island, Illinois certain Mortgage 61201, sell to the highest bidder for conveying the cash, the following described premises mortgaged real estate: described as LOTS 6, 7 AND 8 AND TWENTY (20) follows, to-wit: FEET OF VACATED ALLEY ADJACENT COMMONLY NORTHERLY, ALL IN BLOCK 17 OF S. KNOWN AS: BRIGHAM'S ADDITION TO THE 1521 26th Ave VILLAGE OF CORDOVA, SITUATED IN Rock Island, IL THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND, IN 61201 THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. and which said P.I.N. 03-31-108-005. was Commonly known as Mortgage made by: 110 8TH ST. S, CORDOVA, IL 61242.

Drexel R. Franks The real estate is: single family Mary Ellen Franks residence. If the subject mortgaged the Mortgagor(s), real estate is a unit of a common Mortgage interest community, the purchaser of to Electronic the unit other than a mortgagee shall Registration pay the assessments required by Systems, Inc., as subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the as Condominium Property Act. Sale mortgagee, nominee for terms: At sale, the bidder must have Quicken Loans 10% down by certified funds, balance Inc., as Mortgagee, within 24 hours, by certified funds. No and recorded in refunds. The property will NOT be the Office of the open for inspection. Prospective Recorder of Deeds bidders are admonished to check the of Rock Island court file to verify all information.

County, Illinois, as For information call Sales Department No. at Plaintiff's Attorney, Marinosci Law Document 2016-16582; and Group, PC, 2215 Enterprise Drive, for other relief; that Suite 1512, Westchester, Illinois summons was duly 60154. (312) 940-8580. 23-02063 issued out of said SHERIFF Court against you I3257220 as provided by law and that the said December 17, 24, 31, 2024 suit is now pending.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS Carrington Mortgage Services LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Robert Williams; et. al.

DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC101 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 10/16/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on January 24, 2025 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 SEVEN (7) IN FOREST VIEW, A SUBDIVISION IN COAL VALLEY TOWNSHIP, ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS. ALSO BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 7 IN FOREST VIEW; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 2 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 7, 358.1 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 68 DEGREES 54 MINUTES WEST 68.2 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 7; THENCE NORTH 2 DEGREES 20 MINUTES WEST 90.2 FEET; THENCE NORTH 68 DEGREES 54 MINUTES EAST 53.1 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 2 MINUTES EAST 202.5 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 0 DEGREES 5 MINUTES EAST 19 FEET; THENCE NORTH 83 DEGREES 24 MINUTES EAST 173.1 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID OUTLOT "C"; THENCE SOUTH 0 DEGREES 5 MINUTES EAST 83 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 17-23-403-008 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7 Forestview Drive Coal Valley, IL 61240 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 twenty-four (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 1/1/2007, purchasers 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 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 Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-24-03214.

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Appointment of Guardian with the Power to Consent to Adoption was filed under the Juvenile Court Act by State's Attorney LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Colleen Buckwalter in the Circuit Court IN THE CIRCUIT of Whiteside CounCOURT OF THE ty, Illinois, entitled "In the Interest of FOURTEENTH REID JOSEPH JUDICIAL TYLER" and that in CIRCUIT COURT ROOM WHITESIDE 108 at the EASTCOUNTY, ERN BRANCH ILLINOIS COURT FACILITY, IN THE MATTER 101 EAST THIRD OF THE ESTATE STERSTREET, OF JOHN E LING, IL, on JANGAFFEY, UARY 28, 2025, at DECEASED No. 2024 PR 89 10:30 A.M., or as soon thereafter as PUBLICATION this cause may be NOTICE TO heard, an adjudicaMISSING HEIR To Patty Bardo. tory hearing will be This is to advise held upon the petiyou that the Estate tion to have the of John E Gaffey child declared to has been opened be a ward of the and an order was Court under that entered appointing Act. THE COURT Johnny Gaffey as HAS AUTHORITY PROthe Independent IN THIS TO Executor of the es- CEEDING tate. The order ap- TAKE FROM YOU CUSTODY pointing was en- THE tered on November AND GUARDIAN15, 2024. You're SHIP OF THE MIfurther notified that NOR, TO TERMIYOUR you have the right NATE to require formal PARENTAL proof of the will RIGHTS, AND TO A pursuant to Sec- APPOINT tion 621 of 755 GUARDIAN WITH ILCS 5/6-10 and to POWER TO CONcontest the admis- SENT TO ADOPsion or denial of TION. YOU MAY ALL admission of the LOSE will to probate un- PARENTAL der Section 8/1 or RIGHTS TO YOUR 9/2 of Section 5/6 CHILD. IF THE PEof 755 ILCS 5/6- TITION REQUESTS THE TERMINA10.

TION OF YOUR NELSON, KILGUS PARENTAL & BUCKWALTERRIGHTS AND THE SCHURMAN APPOINTMENT OF 209 E Main Street GUARDIAN A Morrison, IL WITH POWER TO 61270-0111 TO CONSENT Tel: 815-772-2121 Fax: 815-772-2026 ADOPTION, YOU MAY LOSE ALL Email: wkilgus@ PARENTAL nelsonkilgus.com RIGHTS TO THE December 17, 24, CHILD. Unless you 31, 2024 appear you will not be entitled to further written notices IN THE CIRCUIT or publication noCOURT OF THE tices of the proFOURTEENTH ceedings in this JUDICIAL case, including the CIRCUIT filing of an amendWHITESIDE ed petition or a COUNTY, motion to termiILLINOIS parental nate IN THE rights.

INTEREST OF: Now, unless you REID JOSEPH appear at the hearTYLER, A minor ing and show No. 22 JA 15 cause against the NOTICE OF Petition, the allegaPUBLICATION tions of the petition To: All Whom It may stand admitMay Concern: ted as against you Take notice that and each of you, on December 16, and an order or 2024, a Juvenile judgment entered.

Petition for Termi- Dated: December nation of Parental 19, 2024 Rights and for the /s/Sue Scott Appointment of Sue Scott Guardian with the Clerk of Court Power to Consent SEAL to Adoption was LAURA filed under the Ju- SCHRAUTH venile Court Act by WHITESIDE Attorney COUNTY STATE'S State's Colleen Buckwalter ATTORNEY'S in the Circuit Court OFFICE of Whiteside Coun- STERLING ty, Illinois, entitled COURTHOUSE "In the Interest of STERLING, IL REID JOSEPH 61081

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE OF CIM TRUST 2021-R5, PLAINTIFF, VS. DELORES I ALLEN-PORTER A/K/A DELORES INEZ PORTER; STATE OF ILLINOIS; PRIME ACCEPTANCE CORP.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. NO. 2024FC58 417 28TH AVENUE WEST MILAN, IL 61264 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 July 3, 2024, Judicial Sales Corporation will on January 21, 2025, in The Rock Island Justice Center, 1317 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Rock Island, IL 61201, at 9:00 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: LOT NUMBER TEN (10) IN HILLCREST SECOND ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MILAN, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 16-35-205-003 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 417 28th Avenue West Milan, IL 61264 Description of Improvements: The property is a single family home.

The Judgment amount was $95,697.47.

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# 23-17209IL 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 OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY-ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC., PLAINTIFF vs.

DANNY R. ADAMS SR.; DEFENDANT NO. 2024FC86 Address: 2506 20th Avenue 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 August 7, 2024, I, Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois, will on January 10, 2025 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 FORTY ONE (41) IN W.E. BAILEY'S WOODLAWN ADDITION, SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH ROCK ISLAND, NOW ANNEXED TO AND BEING A PART OF THE CITY OF ROCK ISLAND; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND AND STATE OF ILLINOIS COMMON ADDRESS: 2506 20th Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201 P.I.N.: 16-01-304-039 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $86,603.95 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 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, 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 3650, Chicago, IL 60602, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 24 0865.

Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 3650 Chicago, Illinois 60602 Email: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Ph. 312-541-9710 / Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 24 0865 I3256484 December 10, 17, 24, 2024

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

DEFENDANTS No. 2024FC93 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 08/21/2024, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on January 24, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT NUMBER FOURTEEN (14) IN HOMEWOOD FIRST ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MOLINE, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE CITY OF MOLINE, ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 17-11-301-041 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3407 50th St 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 twenty-four (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 1/1/2007, purchasers 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 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 Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-24-02975.

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