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KEEPING IT CLEAR

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A grader and snow plow were busy Friday cleaning up Garden Plain Road in rural Whiteside County. Crews worked to improve road conditions around the Sauk Valley Friday after winter storms covered roads with layers of snow and ice.

SCHOOL NEWS

SPORTS

REGIONAL NEWS

Snow Angel

Simulator for Golf

Virtual Spellers

Too much snow?

Make a snow angel. / 5

The golf season has expanded in Port Byron. / 7

Erie Middle School holds a spelling bee. / 16

WHAT’S INSIDE Society News ..................................... 3 Glimpses of the Past......................... 6 Police Reports.................................... 8 Published every Tuesday 20 pages • One section

Property Transfers......................... 15 Church Listings........................ 20-21 Classifieds ............................. 22-24

DEATHS

Betty F. Johnson, Darrell Bielema, Carol Anne Frits, Dorothy J. Embree, Jonathan A. Sikardi, Larry R. Secrest, Linda A. Ottens, Melissa S. NormanMcCormick, Milton L. Olson, Paul D. Norman, Velma K. Buhlman, Page 10

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With help from a grant provided by the Morrison Area Community Foundation, the Odell Public Library has made available Discovery Book Packsfor their young readers.

Discovery Book Packs are themed book bundles that also include a non-electronic toy and early literacy tips and activities.

Odell currently offers Discovery Book Packs on seven topics: ABCs, Colors, Construction, Cats, Dogs, Things That Go, and Bedtime and plans to add 15 to 20 additional topics throughout the year.

To check out these items or become a sponsor yourself for a book pack contact Odell Public Library at 815-772-7323.

The Morrison Area Community Foundation (MACF) funds projects directly benefiting the Morrison community. The spring grant application deadline is March 30. To apply or to get more information, visit the website www.MorrisonAreaCF.org.

Contact Joe Mills, chairman, at 815-7185933 with questions.

FULTON CITY COUNCIL

Fulton approves extension for developer

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

The Fulton City Council has agreed to extend a purchasing contract with developer Dan Dolan, co-owner of The Dispensary.

In a unanimous vote on Jan. 30, the council agreed to extend the contract for six months after it expired on Dec.

31, 2020.

The contract gives Dolan an option to buy 18.735 acres in the Industrial Park, where he plans on building a cannabis grow facility.

Dolan requested the extension due to Illinois being late on licensing procedures during COVID-19. The total cost for the land is $160,000.

In another action item, the council approved spending $20,000 in the remain-

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ing Canine Funds, along with the sale of the Ford Explorer to the Clinton Police Department, to purchase a new fully equipped Chevrolet Tahoe for the police department at a cost of $50,806.

They also voted to support a Sex-Trafficking Free Zone Proclamation in the City of Fulton, in partnership with the Sisters of St. Francis and the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking.

Barbara Elsenheimer of Wheaton looks over memorabilia at the Tampico Historic Museum Saturday morning while visiting the village to celebrate Ronald Reagan’s 110th birthday. Elsenheimer and husband Duffy are fans of touring Presidential sites.

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ERIE NEWS

Residential gas line ruptures in rural Erie

BY KATHLEEN SCHULTZ

kschultz@shawmedia.com A gas supply pipe rupture forced the evacuation of five families in rural Erie late Sunday, Whiteside County Sheriff John Booker said.

The rupture to the residential supply

line occurred around 9 p.m. on Burns Road near Hickory Hills Drive, Booker said.

Crews still were on scene at 11 but repairs were expected to be completed in a few hours, Booker said. There were no injuries.

He was not sure to which company the

line belonged.

No fire was involved; the leak could be heard by nearby residents and “you could smell it all the way to the interstate,” he said.

All five families were evacuated to the Erie Fire Department but found other places to go, Booker said.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

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Marlin and Sylvia Riewerts to celebrate 50th anniversary The children of Marlin and Sylvia Riewerts happily announce the celebration of their parents’ 50th wedding anniversary.

Marlin and Sylvia were married Feb. 14, 1971, in East Moline.

They have been blessed with five children, Heather (Abe) Wuebben, Jack (Susan) Riewerts, Phillip (Kim) Riewerts, Dr. Julie (Seth) Brown and Dan (Emily) Riewerts, and 14 grandchildren.

Marlin continues to farm in Coe Township, and Sylvia is retired from teaching and working in time system sales and management.

They both enjoy spending time with their grandchildren.

In lieu of an open house, please help us in showering them with cards. Congratulatory cards may be sent to 10010 284th St. N., Hillsdale, IL 61257 “Congratulations Mom and Dad! We love you!”

NAVY AWARD

Lyndon native Danny Royer pinned Chief Master-at-Arms Chief Master-at-Arms Danny Royer, a native of Lyndon, has been in the Navy for 12 years and at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay for one year.

NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied and partner nation forces to be where they are needed when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa and southwest Asia.

Royer is the Security Department’s Charlie Section chief, conducting administrative work, making sure his sailors are receiving awards and their security qualifications, and that watch bills are made.

Royer said being a Navy chief means being there for his sailors by giving them a voice while making sure everything comes together to support the mission.

“Being a chief means setting the example, doing the right thing, so our sailors know what to do and what to look for,” Royer said. “To be that guidance to help them grow both professionally and personally. Also, to hold them accountable when we need to.”

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kelly M. Agee

Chief Master-at-Arms Danny Royer (third from left) poses during a chief pinning ceremony at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, on Jan. 29. Royer, a native of Lyndon, has been in the Navy for 12 years and at NSA Souda Bay for a year.

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Marlin and Sylvia Riewerts are celebrating their 50th anniversary. They were married (left photo) on Feb. 14, 1971, in East Moline.

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MORRISON COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

American Red Cross lists blood drive report

By KAYWYN J. BESWICK, RN Morrison Blood Program Leader

The first American Red Cross blood drive of 2021 in Morrison was from noon to 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Garden Plain Road.

Thank you to Knights of Columbus members Terry Hoehn, Jim Fisher and Jim Prombo for clearing the church hall the night before the drive and returning after the drive to put everything back into place.

There were 74 appointment slots, and all but three were filled the morning of the drive. By the start of the drive at noon, all appointment slots were full.

There were five first-time donors, including Mike Zurn and Joan VanderBleek. The three others did not want their names published.

The American Red Cross is testing ever donor’s blood for COVID-19 antibodies for free through the end of March.

Kophamer and Blean Realty was the sponsor, providing money for the canteen. Those who volunteered to prepare the sandwiches were Lana Nugent, Connie Helms, Fran Norman and Joan VanderBleek. Jim Prombo donated juice boxes for donors who wanted something other than water.

The Morrison volunteers who helped throughout the drive were Jim and Betsy Prombo, Cal Vandermyde and Lorna Temple. ARC volunteers were Dan Ross from Colona and Pat Pendgraft from Sterling.

I am so thankful for the volunteers who come whenever asked. Thank you to St. Mary’s for allowing us to host the drives at the church hall.

There were 14 Double Red Cell/Power Red donors who gave the equivalent of two units of packed RBCs. They were Dave Boyles, Tom DeMay, Cal Vander-

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The first American Red Cross blood drive of the year was Jan. 21 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Morrison. It was a successful day as all appointment slots were filled. myde, Thomas Rosenbalm, Mel Johnson, Dick Wieneke, Jim Fisher, Ken Stewart, Todd Thumma, Ron Shank, Dale Belt and three others who did not want their names published.

We greatly appreciate the double red donors who boost our numbers over our goal.

The fantastic whole blood donors who came out to give life-saving blood products (RBCs, platelets and plasma) were Kevin Hook, Amy Oudekerk, Barb Imel, Jill Bramm, Randy Kuehl, Lorna Temple, Kent Stralow, Deb Adolph, Pam Shank, Carolyn Aiken, Evan Davis, Lisa Nice, Lyle Bush, Bryan Vogel, Ken Gooley, Chris Hawkins, Luke VanderBleek, Jeff Anderson, Larry Tichler, Brad Bielema, Debbie Wilson, Derek Wilson, Darlene Hook, Mary Steinhaus, Stephanie Vavra, David Temple, Keith Wiersema, Kevin Medenblik, Megan Huffman, Dawn

Huffstutler, Kelly Smith, Kirk Pfeiffer, Tim West, Sheila Sonberg, Chelsea Stuart, Laura Smith, Susan Gomez, Kari Forster, Nancy Shank, Connie Swanson-Despain, Brooke Newman, Joe R. Bielema, Jack Salo, Kaywyn Beswick and nine others who did not want their names published.

There were several deferrals, a couple with low iron/hemoglobin and an occasional high temperature, but most from pulse rates too fast or diastolic blood pressures too high.

The ARC goal for “good units” was 58, and the final count was 74 units collected, which is 127.6% efficiency.

Whole blood units totaled 47, and Power Red units totaled 27, saving about 222 lives.

I am always so grateful for all the help that I receive to make the blood drives run smoothly. There are never adequate words to convey my grati-

tude to all the people in the background making my job easy.

I’m so encouraged by all the stories of why folks give blood and what motivates them to give us an hour of their time to help save up to three lives. You can share your story on the ARC website at www.redcross.org or call the 1-800-GIVE LIFE phone number.

There were questions about giving blood while receiving the two-dose COVID-19 vaccine. I am happy to report that the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines do not inhibit you from donating blood.

The next Morrison Community ARC blood drive will be at St. Mary’s Church from noon to 6 p.m. March 18.

The March canteen sponsor will be the Bethesda Lutheran Church.

Sign up for the March blood drive online or call Kaywyn Beswick at 815718-5117.

LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION PROGRAM

MercyOne Clinton offers program to improve health MercyOne Clinton Medical Center’s popular Complete Health Improvement Program begins a new session Monday, Feb. 15.

CHIP is an 18-week lifestyle modification program designed to prevent and reverse chronic diseases.

Led by a registered dietitian and a certified wellness coach from MercyOne Clinton, CHIP is designed to help participants make long-lasting lifestyle changes by addressing the causes of chronic disease and teaching them to use their

own lifestyle as their best medicine.

CHIP is an evidence-based and peer-reviewed program that focuses on lifestyle changes in all aspects of health, including nutrition, physical activity, substance use, stress, self-worth and even happiness.

At the beginning of the CHIP program, participants will undergo a health screening and lab work to check cholesterol, blood sugar and other health indicators.

The screening will be repeated at the

end of the program.

Participants also will receive a tool kit including a workbook, cookbook and textbook. Each session focuses on a topic, including: • Lifestyle is the Best Medicine • Eat More, Weigh Less • Disarming Diabetes • The Heart of the Matter • Controlling Blood Pressure and Discovering Protein • Bone Health Essentials • Cancer Prevention

• DNA is Not Your Destiny • Practicing Forgiveness • Stress Relieving Strategies • Fix How You Feel Classes will be on Mondays from 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. from Feb. 15 to June 28 at the MercyOne North Health Plaza West Annex, 915 13th Avenue N., Clinton. Everyone will be required to wear a mask, and social distancing protocols will be observed.

For information or to register for CHIP, call 563-244-3539.

MORRISON

Resthave Care & Rehabilitation has a new “Snow Angel,” thanks to an assisted living resident.

“I just have to make a snow angel,” Sondra Horn said. “Look at the gorgeous, sparkling snow, and it is a beautiful winter day!”

Sondra said she used to make snow angels all the time and couldn’t resist doing it again on a snowy first day of February.

The 79-year-old, agile and fun-loving woman knocked on her friend’s window when she was ready to take the plunge, fell background with confidence and proceeded to make her beautiful snow angel.

When she was finished, she stepped back and took a look at her work and said, “Not bad ... It’s beautiful!.”

Her peers at Resthave were impressed and talked about the snow angel all day.

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LEFT: Sondra Horn, an assisted living resident at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, prepares to make a snow angel on the grounds at the facility. ABOVE: Horn creates an impressive snow angel.

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GLIMPSES OF THE PAST - FULTON

1971: Kenneth Beswick earns title of Outstanding Farmer 60 Years February 8, 1961

City Council approved contracts for the first phase of extensive improvements to Fulton’s waterworks and sewerage system, and adopted an ordinance authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to help finance the improvements.

Footings were poured for a new medical arts building to provide new and enlarged quarters for Dr. M.J. Vruno, physician and surgeon, and Dr. M.E. Brookstra, dentist, and also to house a complete pharmacy operated by Wood’s Drug Store.

50 Years February 10, 1971

For the first time in the history of the Presbyterian Church in Fulton (and the writer believes, possibly the first time in any Protestant church in Fulton), a woman has been elected as elder.

Mrs. J.E. Mitchell and Floyd Douglas were elected elders at the annual con-

gregational meeting.

Garden Plain Mutual Fire Insurance Company announced that Kenneth Beswick won the title of Outstanding Farmer of Whiteside County and the runner-up title in The Illinois Contest.

40 Years February 11, 1981

Congressman Tom Railsback, R-Moline, announced that the Rock Island District Office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a small business contract to a Rock Island firm for construction at the Thomson Causeway public use area at Lock and Dam 13. The contract was awarded for $598,070 for a picnic shelter and shower buildings and improved parking and maneuvering facilities at Lock and Dam 13.

Tom Kelley, proprietor of Kelley’s Jack and Jill Stores has been elected treasurer of the Fulton Chamber of Commerce. He succeeds Mrs. David Mitchell, who resigned because of poor health.

30 Years February 6, 1991

Fulton Elementary School students who participated in the Contig contest include Amanda Talbot, Jessie Faber, Jeff Edwards, Bill Siefken, Matt Smazik, Robert Abbott, Joe Ottens, Andy Hook, Mark Thunstedt and James Abbott.

Plans for a new recreational facility for Fulton moved a step nearer to completion when the City Council heard a detailed report about plans for developing the former Sportsmen’s Club with numerous improvements. Plans were presented by Alderman Rich Kummerer, and Mayor Kenneth Ven Huizen said funds for the work were in the budget.

20 Years February 7, 2001

Henry Kramer, editor of Fulton Press Inc., was presented with the Studs Terkel Humanities Service Award at the Fulton City Council meeting. The award is given by the Illinois Humanities Council to individuals of commu-

nities whose efforts on behalf of the humanities are often unsung. Mr. Kramer was nominated for the award by Mayor Paul Sikkema in a letter to the IHC in July 2000.

Five Steamer wrestlers earned berths to the Illinois State Sectional.

They are Evan McCallister, Seth Spooner, Eric Burns, Joe Pence and Nich Hinrichs. Coaches are Crosthwaite and McCallister.

10 Years February 9, 2011

Fulton High School speech team coach Susan Daniels received an award from the speech coaches of Northwestern Illinois. The award was given for her 15 years of service and to recognize that Daniels was the coach who started “novice finals” at the invitational tournaments in northern Illinois.

The third annual euchre tournament was held at Cousins Subs in Fulton. The champions were the team of Gerry Kopf and Craig Bielema.

YOUR HEALTH

Air pollution and your immune system

BY DR. STEVEN HARRISON, M.D. This article tries to tie the scourge of an old virus, polio, with our latest pandemic, COVID-19, through the medium of air pollution.

With polio, people can recall the fear of swimming pools, and the closing of movie theaters and many other public arenas. At its height in 1952, more than 50,000 cases were contracted in this country. The most famous case was President Franklin Roosevelt, who contracted polio well before his presidency.

It turns out, though, that the virus had been around for thousands of years, including during the times of the pharaohs in ancient Egypt. However, its impact then was not nearly what it was to become until toxic chemicals invaded our environment and allowed this virus to wreak havoc by attacking weakened immune systems. The systems are weakened by environmental chemicals, which contribute to diabetes, hypertension and obesity.

When we recognize that obesity is the biggest risk factor for COVID-19, we begin to see a common link. Dr. Al Sears promotes the argument that lead and other chemicals such as arsenic were used extensively on the environment with disastrous consequences that weakened the immune system and allowed polio to proliferate. Likewise today, areas with the biggest pollution index have some of the highest COVID-19

death rates.

I will not go into the extent of impact that chemicals have on the immune system, but it is well-documented that they affect the lungs and blood system extensively. It does help explain why having obese people with chronic conditions, such as diabetes, in crowded cities such as New York with poor nutrition is a recipe for disaster. However, if we think we are out of the woods with rural life, Sears points out most of our homes are often more polluted.

Besides being aware of the many toxic products in the environment and household, Sears and others offer some practical advice. Flushing the chemicals from the body is the goal. A process called IV chelation is the best, and helps to bind many heavy metal toxins without hurting our essential minerals. While most oral flushes are not what they purport to be, these have shown some favorable impact: activated charcoal, modified citrus pectin, spirulina and NAC. The Environmental Protection Agency states most households are more toxic inside than outside the home, with insulation often aggravating the situation.

Long ago, NASA’s space program recognized the toxic impact of chemicals that are in households and developed a list of plants that can help detoxify the house. These include English ivy, Boston fern, mums, daisies, peace lily, palm trees, golden pathos, rubber plant and Dracaena Janet Craig.

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RECREATION

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Mike Sutton demonstrates the new indoor golf simulator at Byron Hills Golf Course in Port Byron.

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Golf season extended with indoor simulator

BY SARAH FORD For Shaw Media

Looking outside it’s hard to imagine playing golf anytime soon, but Byron Hills Golf Course in Port Byron has an alternative to anyone feeling couped up as the winter rolls on.

The course recently debuted an indoor golf simulator, one of just a few in the Quad Cities area.

The simulator is billed as a unique way to hang out with family and friends, practice your personal game, and get some physical activity. The simulator will be part of the course’s new year-round offerings.

The simulator is on the upper floor of the clubhouse in a space that was hardly used, said course co-owner Mike Sutton.

A mega screen features the sounds and the sights of a golf course, with a realism that should satisfy any player. Golfers hit the ball into the screen before a virtual ball emerges, and the game begins. Golf balls are included in the rental, but golfers will need to bring their own clubs.

Golfers can choose to play on one of 70 different virtual courses, from Pebble Beach Golf Course in California to Bethpage Black Course in New York, or even international courses in the Caribbean or United Kingdom.

The software is also updated with new courses on occasion, so there will always be a variety of choice.

The simulator costs $35 an hour during the week and $40 on the weekend, with up to eight people able to play at that rate at a time.

The cost is comparative to a round on the course, Sutton said, adding that a group of four can play 18 holes in about three hours, especially after throwing in some drinks, food, and sports on the TV. Golfers can bring their own snacks, but drinks must be purchased in-house.

The simulator was one of many planned upgrades after Mike and Holly Sutton and Jim and Jackie Groves purchased the course from Larry and Bruce and Penny Sutton last year.

With more time on the new owners’ hands due to COVID-19 closures and impacts, the project was able to happen faster than planned. The course was closed to the public for about eight weeks in the spring, though business picked up during the summer.

After the normal season slowed down, the owners started remodeling the clubhouse with new flooring, bar, display cases, tables and chairs, and receptacles.

The simulator was completed about two months ago but opened to the public when Tier I mitigations were lifted. Indoor gaming will soon be offered, and the bar has remained open.

Food service currently consists of frozen pizzas, though the normal menu will return in the spring.

Byron Hills Golf Course is located at 23316 94th Ave N. Port Byron.

Call 309-523-2664 or book the simulator online at byronhills.com.

The course and clubhouse are open seven days a week from daylight to dusk.

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POLICE REPORTS Morrison Police Report

Citations Jan. 30 Feb. 22 Janessa M. Callihan, 21, of Morrison, parkAbout 10:51 p.m., Morrison Police con- ing – snow emergency.

Jordan M. Leitzen, (age not provided), of ducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Wayne A. Tomasson, 42, of Rapid City, for a Morrison, parking – snow emergency. registration violation. The stop occurred east of Bishop Road on Lincoln Road (U.S. Route Jan. 31 30), Morrison. As a result of the stop, TomasThe following individuals were issued son was arrested on a warrant issued by parking citations for violating the snow Whiteside County charging Tomasson with emergency ordinance: Brian J. Reinhart, 35, violation of probation – possession of meth- of Morrison; Steven W. VanDelune, 63, of amphetamine. Tomasson also was issued Morrison; Jaysie N. Pruis, 18, of Morrison; citations for operating an uninsured vehicle Mitchell L. Dolieslager, 39, of Morrison; Steand revoked registration. ven P. Swanson, age not provided, of MorriA passenger, Corey T. Wade, 46, of Clin- son; James S. Wiebenga, 45, of Morrison; ton, Iowa, was arrested pursuant to an arrest Holly M. Wiebenga, 43, of Morrison; Rosewarrant issued by Lee County charging Wade mary J. Monroe, 64, of Morrison; Mary J. with failure to appear – dangerous drugs – Strohmayer, 50, of Morrison; Keith Hayenga, and on an arrest warrant issued by Iowa for age not provided, of Morrison; Dora L. failure to appear – mittimus.

Ogburn, age not provided, of Morrison; RichBoth Tomasson and Wade were taken to ard S. Ogburn, age not provided, of Morrison; the Whiteside County Jail. Morrison Police Sara L. Cole, 34, of Morrison; Robert J. were assisted by the Whiteside County Sher- McCoy, 28, of Morrison; Danika C. Slusser, iff’s Office and their K-9 unit. age not provided, of Rock Falls; Jon K. Grigsby, age not provided, of Morrison; Nancy R. Carlson, 69, of Morrison; Cody Feb. 4 About 9:11 p.m., Morrison Police responded Smith, age not provided, of Morrison; Majorie to 402 W. Main St., Morrison, regarding a Gorzney, age not provided, of Morrison; Richdomestic dispute. As a result of the investiga- ard Glazier, age not provided, of Morrison; tion, Jarvis J. Woods, 31, of Morrison, was Scott A. Ferry, 24, of Morrison; and Roger arrested on a warrant issued by Whiteside Workman, age not provided, of Morrison.

County charging Woods with failure to appear – criminal trespass to land. Woods was taken Feb. 2 to the Whiteside County Jail.

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operating an uninsured vehicle, no valid regis- for speeding in the 1000 block of 14th Avetration and driving while license suspended. nue. He was released with a notice to appear.

Wendolyn Isabell, 43, of Bolingbrook, permitting an unauthorized person to drive.

Illinois State Police Carl Jones III, 27, of DeKalb, driving while Feb. 1 license suspended and failure to secure child – restraint.

A Morrison man was arrested on multiple charges after a traffic stop about 10:32 p.m.

Michael Damhoff, 45, of Morrison, was Feb. 3 Andrew P. Weiland, 19, of Lowden, Iowa, stopped on U.S. Route 30 at Jackson Street, disobeying traffic control device.

Morrison, Whiteside County, for improper lane use. Damhoff also was charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol, Feb. 4 William J. Rush, 41, of Morrison, failure to improper lane use, failure to signal, illegal yield (accident). transportation of alcohol and violation of an order of protection. Damhoff was taken to the Whiteside County Jail.

Fulton Police Report Feb. 4 Jan. 31 A juvenile was arrested on a Whiteside About 2:45 a.m., a 2013 white Ford County warrant in the 800 block of 14th Ave- Explorer, driven by Brandi S. Rathburn, 23, of nue. The juvenile was taken to Whiteside Fulton, and her passengers, Alexandrea N. County Jail and released after posting bond. Lindskog, 30, of Prophetstown, and Derek W. Hamstra, 31, of Morrison, were traveling Feb. 2 north on Frog Pond Road about a quarAdelie A. Mure-Ravaud, of Fulton, was ter-mile north of Holly Road. Rathburn said cited for an obstructed windshield (snow/ she lost control of her vehicle because of ice ice) in the 1000 block of 13th Avenue. She on the roadway. There were no injuries or was released with a notice to appear. lane closures. Rathburn was issued a citation Carley D. Dahlberg, of Sterling, was cited for improper lane use and charged with drivfor speeding at Highway 30 and Fourth Street. ing while under the influence.

She was released with a notice to appear.

The public is reminded that these are

Feb. 3 merely charges and all people are presumed Amil Akiti, of Camanche , Iowa, was cited innocent until proved guilty in a court of law.

AGRI-BUSINESS NEWS

BY DANIEL GRANT FarmWeek

Illinois sheep and lamb numbers declined 4% in the past year to 53,000 head, as of Jan. 1.

Much of that reduction can be attributed to marketing challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent mitigation efforts, according to Terry Becherer, a member of the Clinton County Farm Bureau and Illinois Lamb and Wool Producers.

“Our normal markets weren’t there,” said Becherer, past president of ILWP, who, along with his wife, Angela, runs about 350 ewes on 40 acres near Trenton. “We usually sold lambs for gatherings, but with everything restricted and the inability to have family get-togethers, all that changed.”

COVID-19 mitigation efforts began last March and disrupted the traditional Easter market for a number of farmers who raise lambs. It also ceased a lot of show activity and sales.

The inventory of market sheep and lambs in the state totaled 8,000 head as of Jan. 1, down 11% from the previous year, the National Agricultural Statis-

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The inventory of all sheep and lambs in Illinois totaled 53,000 head as of Jan. 1, down 4% from the previous year. The inventory of meat and other goats increased 4% to 25,000 head, although the milk goat inventory (9,500 head) dipped 5% across the state in 2020. tics Service Illinois field office reported. The wool market also unraveled in 2020, dropping 9% to 155,000 pounds.

“The wool market is terrible,” Becherer said. “We got no money for our wool. We were lucky to get rid of it.”

The Becherers responded by culling about 35 ewes and continue to focus on quality and pasture management as

they rebuild numbers.

The breeding sheep inventory in Illinois totaled 45,000 as of Jan. 1, down just 2%.

Along with an emphasis on quality, Becherer said a key to success for sheep and lamb farmers revolves around managing feed costs.

“You’ve just got to watch costs,” he

said. “Look for alternative feed sources to help keep your production costs down. We use pasture management.”

The Becherers, who operate Rocky Ford Ranch, which has had sheep since 1987, plant everything from oats, turnips, rye and cereal rye grass to millets.

“We use cover crop mixtures in our pasture,” Becherer said. “We’ve done it a long time. There’s hardly any time something’s not green on our farm.”

The Becherers, currently in the midst of lambing season, also stagger lambing out to additional sets in late April, late May and in the fall.

“A lot of it has to do with marketing,” he said of the staggered lambing seasons. “It spreads the risk out.”

Looking ahead, Becherer sees a better year for sheep and lamb farmers as demand continues to increase.

“Right now, the market is strong,” he said. “The market is rebounding.”

The latest inventory estimates show 25,000 head of meat and other goats in Illinois as of Jan. 1, up 4% from the previous year.

The milk goat inventory, at 9,500 head, slipped 5%.

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OBITUARIES BETTY F. JOHNSON

Born: November 20, 1925; Prophetstown Died: February 1, 2021; Prophetstown PROPHETSTOWN – Betty F. Johnson, 95, of Prophetstown, died Monday, February 1, 2021, at her home.

A private family visitation and funeral service will be held at the Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home in Prophetstown with Ken Renkes officiating. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery in Prophetstown.

A memorial to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has been established.

Betty was born November 20, 1925, in Prophetstown to Benjamin F. and Mary G. (Lancaster) Glass. She was educated in the Prophetstown Grade Schools and was a 1943 graduate of Prophetstown High School. She married Richard L. Johnson on January 7, 1945, in Prophetstown. He died April 25, 2003. Betty worked alongside her husband, Richard, on the farm in Prophetstown and also worked at AJ Boyd Casket Company for 20 years. Betty was an accomplished seamstress and loved to sew.

She also enjoyed cooking.

Survivors include two sons, Douglas (Meredith) Johnson and Thomas Johnson both of Prophetstown; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one daughter-in-law, Mrs. Sandra Johnson of Marenisco, Michigan.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard, and a son, Richard L. Johnson Jr. To send online condolences, go to www. bosmagibson.com

CAROL ANN FRITS

Died: February 6, 2021; Silvis PORT BYRON – Carol Anne Frits, 87, of Port Byron, died Saturday, February 6, 2021 at New Perspective Senior Living in Silvis. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 at St. John’s Catholic Church, Rapids City. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday at Gibson- Bode Funeral Home, Port Byron. Face coverings will be required for those in attendance. Burial will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery at a later date.

Those unable to attend the Mass may watch the livestream by going to https://www. facebook.com/stjohnrapidscity

DARRELL BIELEMA Born: January 11, 1951 Died: February 3, 2021

BLOOMINGTON – Darrell Bielema, 70, of Bloomington, passed away at his home on Wednesday, February 3, 2021.

A private graveside service will be held at Lusk Memorial Cemetery in Albany. There will be no

visitation and the Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Darrell was born Jan. 11, 1951, the first child of Howard and Louise (VanderVinne) Bielema. He grew up on the family farm in Whiteside County.

Darrell was a polio survivor, being stricken with the disease at age 3. He was able to enjoy the life of a typical farm boy thanks to the love and support of his parents and family. Darrell graduated from Erie High School in Erie and earned his bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University. He then went on to work at State Farm in Bloomington, retiring after a 33 year career.

Darrell enjoyed travel. Along with a group of special friends, Darrell visited over 40 countries in his lifetime. While his destinations include the more typical European and Middle Eastern countries, he also traveled to China, Tibet, Mongolia, Croatia, Thailand, Brazil, and Argentin[Marker]a. His interest in his family roots led him to Holland. Darrell was an accomplished golfer, recording multiple holes-in-one and he played several rounds on Pebble Beach and Spyglass in California. Darrell established many lifelong friendships as a member of Crestwicke Country Club in Bloomington.

He is survived by two sisters, Marlene Keisel (Steve) Jackson and Brenda (Randy) DeWeerdt both of Fulton; four nieces; one nephew; several grandnieces and one grandnephew.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother-in-law, Roger Keisel; nieces, Hannah and Heather DeWeerdt in infancy.

Darrell’s family would like to acknowledge his friends, co-workers, and fellow golfers who were like a second family to him. To send online condolences go to www.bosmarenkes.com

DOROTHY J. EMBREE

Born: August 29, 1941; Gridley Died: February 1, 2021; Naperville MT. STERLING – Dorothy Jean Embree, 79, of Mt. Sterling died on Monday, February 1, 2021, at Seasons Hospice, Naperville.

She was born on Aug. 29, 1941, in Gridley, the daughter of Kathryn Anna Caroline (Kline) and Elva Vernon King. She married Russell Lewis Embree of Camp Point, on Jan. 29, 1959. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Mt. Sterling.

She is survived by her children, Mike (Karen) Embree of San Antonio, Texas; Don (Sally) Embree of Waukee, Iowa; Kathy (Jim) Koenig of

Wheaton; and Lisa (Alvaro) Perales of Bettendorf, Iowa; brother, Richard (Geri) King of Mesa, Arizona; sister, Rose (Ronnie) Briggs, Mt. Sterling; sisters-in-law, Norma (Lionel, deceased) McCallister of Erie; Carol (Ralph, deceased) Embree of Sturgeon, Missouri; Linda (Marion) Malcomson of Campbellsville, Kentucky; and Marilyn (John, deceased) Reische of Mt. Sterling; brother-in-law, Fred (Betty) Bessell of Camp Point; grandchildren, Dutch (Embree) Cosmian, Halsey Embree; Scott Embree, Carrie Eby, Betsy Bathke, Elizabeth Koenig, Julia Koenig; Isabella Perales, Samuel Perales; great-grandchildren, Beatrix Cosmian; Colby, Lucy, and Nora Embree; Faith Eby; Austin and Jackson Bathke; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents, Russ’s parents Mazie Pearl (Lewis) and John Henry Embree; sister, Alice (Norman) Bowen; and great-granddaughter, Aden Elizabeth Embree.

Dorothy attended Bell School, a one-room schoolhouse, in rural Mt. Sterling, and Brown County High School in Mt. Sterling. While in high school, she met Russ at the roller skating rink in Mt. Sterling. The couple was eventually engaged and married in Quincy, with Betty Embree and Fred Bessell acting as witnesses. Dorothy married a Navy man, and the couple was first stationed in Albuquerque, NM, and then in Norfolk, VA, from 1959 to 1962. Following Russ’s years in the service, they resided first in Buckhorn, and after a year, moved to Mt. Sterling.

In 1966 Dorothy and Russ learned of work in the Quad Cities area, and they eventually moved, along with Russ’s sister and brother-inlaw, Norma and Lionel McCallister, to Erie.

Dorothy was homemaker and also sold Avon for a short time driving on many gravel roads with the country route. She babysat for many children through the years, including Bart, Amy, and Chad Jepson, Angie Duffy, and Kathleen Pratt.

Dorothy was very social and made many lifelong friends in Erie. She and Russ were members of the Erie Triangles Square Dance Club, and enjoyed fun and crazy times with their fellow dancers. She was her children’s most enthusiastic (and loudest) cheerleader and attended every single event that they were involved in through the years – band and chorus concerts and contests; Cardinal Capers; parades; softball, baseball, basketball and football games; track meets; and wrestling meets and tournaments. Dorothy was an excellent seamstress and made many square dance dresses, matching dresses for her daughters, as well as matching Erie Centennial outfits for her family. She enjoyed crocheting and made baby blankets for each of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was very competitive and loved to win at cards and wanted to be the first one to find morel

mushrooms in the spring. Dorothy was also the hostess of a daily coffee klatch, made up of some of her best friends in Erie, Marje Glazier, Sylvia Russell, Mary Lou Luken, and many others. She always enjoyed the company of others.

Dorothy and Russ moved in 1997 to Dorothy’s family farm in Mt. Sterling, where together and while living in a camper, built a new home after the original farmhouse was lost in a fire. After returning to Mt. Sterling, Dorothy enjoyed exercising with Russ at the YMCA and joined a new group of coffee drinkers who met each morning at McDonald’s. The couple continued to actively farm the ground and raise cattle until Russ’s passing in 2019.

Dorothy’s home was warmly welcoming to all.

There was always coffee brewing and room for more at the kitchen table. She was an excellent cook and loved to bake. Her delicious fruit pies were enjoyed by both family and friends, and everyone had their favorite. Her pies never failed to appear at all family and social functions.

Whenever the church held a soup supper or ice cream social, Dorothy received many requests from people ahead of time to reserve a piece of her pie. Nothing could have made her happier.

At Christmas time, she and Russ made candy – fudge, divinity, caramels, and turtles. They shared their delicious homemade candy with both family and friends.

Caring for other people brought Dorothy the greatest joy and satisfaction. She helped anyone in need, including taking in some of her kids’ friends who needed a temporary home. Dorothy helped care for her parents as well as Russ’s parents. She thoroughly enjoyed watching over a special family friend, Wayne Nicolai. She was especially fond of children and could have been called “The Baby Whisperer.” Being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her the ultimate joy, playing games with them and spoiling them.

Dorothy’s loving and caring for Russ was her life. For many years before Russ’s passing, she handled the challenges of his Parkinson’s disease and pancreatic cancer with fortitude and grace, never feeling sorry for herself and never giving up hope. She also made sure Russ didn’t stop trying or lose hope. Russ and her family and friends meant the world to Dorothy, and she was loved by so many and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Funeral services have been held at Hendricker Funeral Home in Mt. Sterling, with Pastor Don Embree officiating. Interment was at the Pleasant View Cemetery, near Camp Point.

Memorials are suggested to Brown County Against Cancer and may be left at or mailed to the Hendricker Funeral Home, 406 South Capitol Avenue, Mt. Sterling, IL 62353. Condolences may be left on line at hendrickerfuneralhome. com.

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Born: January 12, 1982; Moline Died: January 31, 2021; Madison, Wisconsin HILLSDALE – Jonathan A. Sikardi, 39, of Hillsdale, died Sunday, January 31, 2021, in University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison.

Services were Friday, Feb. 5, in the Horizon Room at Trimble Funeral Home at Trimble Pointe, 701 12th Street, Moline. Entombment was at Moline Memorial Park Mausoleum.

Jonathan Alan Sikardi was born Jan. 12, 1982, in Moline, to Thomas and Constance (Karnes) Sikardi. He graduated from Riverdale High School and was a sales associate at Home Depot. He enjoyed woodworking, especially making doll furniture, and riding his motorcycle, and adored his cat, Samantha.

Jonathan is survived by his mother and stepfather, Connie and Randy Marsh of Onalaska, Texas; his father and stepmother, Tom and Kim Sikardi of Hillsdale; brothers, Tom Sikardi Jr. and his wife Joelle of Moline and Tim Sikardi of Colorado Springs, Colorado; a stepbrother, Wade Huntley and his wife Randi of Port Byron; and his grandmother, Shirley LeMaster of Moline.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Scott Sikardi and a stepbrother, Erik Huntley.

Jonathan’s family invites friends to share stories and condolences at TrimbleFuneralHomes.com.

LARRY R. SECREST Born: August 19, 1938 Died: January 24, 2021

Larry Ray Secrest, 82, formerly of Joy and the Mercer County area, passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021 in Missouri.

Larry was born on Aug. 19, 1938 to Raymond and Katherine Secrest. He was born and raised in the Morning Sun, IA area and graduated from Morning Sun High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in Korea.

After working hard all his life, Larry retired from J.I. Case in Burlington in 1993.In his early years he enjoyed camping, gardening, traveling, participating in Civil War reenactments, and going to auctions. Larry also enjoyed eating out.

In his later years he looked forward to his daily trips to Boon Docks in Joy. Larry is survived by his children, Dawn Bowling of Erie, Kathy Olson of Aledo, Kris Secrest of Missouri, Scott Engle of Aledo, and Melissa Bennett of Missouri; and his sisters, Patricia

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MELISSA S. NORMAN-McCORMICK

Born: October 15, 1959; Morrison Died: January 31, 2021; Iowa City, Iowa ERIE – Melissa Sue Norman-McCormick, 51, of Erie, died Sunday, January 31, 2021 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa.

Private funeral services were,Thursday, February 4, at Newton Zion Reformed Church, Erie. A video recording of the service is available by visiting her obituary at www.gibsonbodefh.com. Burial was at Kingsbury Cemetery, Erie.

Memorials may be made to the Newton Zion Reformed Church.

Melissa was born Oct. 15, 1969 in Morrison, the daughter of Ronald and Glenda (Rummel) Norman. After 30 years together, Melissa and Brett McCormick finally tied the knot on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021. Melissa graduated from Erie High School in 1987. She was a homemaker primarily, but also worked at Warkins Experimental in Erie.

She was loving, compassionate, and a wonderful family woman who enjoyed and took pride in her cooking.

Her family and grandchildren meant everything to her. She lit up a room with her presence and enjoyed making others laugh. Her dog Oscar had a special place in her heart too.

Melissa is survived by her parents, Ron Norman, Erie, and Glenda Norman, Camanche, IA; husband, Brett McCormick, Erie; children, Peyton (Trae) Tiesman, Albany, Bryce McCormick, Erie, Carson McCormick, Erie; grandchildren, Rylee and Ryker Tiesman; siblings, Michael (Tracey) Norman, New York, Mindy Shaw, Camanche, Iowa; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mike (Teresa) McCormick, Arizona, Kerry McCormick, Texas, Shane (Patti) McCormick, Erie; and stepsiblings, Rich, Raeann and Robin.

She was preceded in death by her stepmother, Janet Norman; brother-in-law, Shaun McCormick; and father and mother-in-law, Fred and Jackie McCormick.

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MILTON L. OLSEN

PROPHETSTOWN – Milton L. Olsen, 88, of Prophetstown, died Sunday, January 31, 2021, at Allure of Prophetstown.

Public visitation was Thursday, Feb. 4, at the First Lutheran Church in Prophetstown. The funeral service was private for the family.

Interment was at Riverside Cemetery in Prophetstown.

Memorials to First Lutheran Church of Prophetstown and the American Cancer Society have been established.

Milton was born July 3, 1932, in Plainview, Nebraska, to Maurice and Agnes (Johansen) Olsen. He was a graduate of the Rock Falls High School. On April 11, 1954 he married Betty Lou Sandrock at the Prophetstown Lutheran Church.

Milton was a lifelong farmer, farming in the Hume Township area until moving into Prophetstown in 2000.

He continued helping out on the farm and worked up until the fall of 2020. He was a member of the First Lutheran in Prophetstown, where he served as a council member and head usher. He also was a member and director of the Whiteside County Farm Bureau and the drainage commissioner for the union ditch in Hume Township.

Milton loved to play fast pitch softball until he was stricken with Polio in 1952. He enjoyed watching his boys play softball, and continued with watching his grandchildren play sports and music. After retiring he did many woodworking projects for family, friends and church, and took pride in making sure his lawn was well manicured. Milton was an avid Chicago White

Sox fan.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Lou; two sons, Jeff (Jo Dee) Olsen of Prophetstown and Kurt (Kris) Olsen of Port Byron; five grandchildren, Jessica (Conrad) Olsen-Howard, Kent (Anna) Olsen, Kody (Angela Vann) Olsen, Kassidy (Dylan Brown) Olsen, Kase (Hannah Malmgren) Olsen; One great great grandchild on the way; several nieces and nephews; a brother-in-law, Burdette (Dea) Sandrock; and a sister-in-law, Barbara Morphew.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister and brother-in-law, Delores and Art Hinrichs; a brother and sister-in-law, Duane and Beverly Olsen, and a brother-in-law, Don Morphew.

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

PAUL D. NORMAN

Born: April 26, 1934; Fulton Died: January 21, 2021; Iowa City, Iowa FULTON – Paul Dwane Norman, 86, of Fulton, died Thursday, January 21, 2021, at Mercy Iowa City in Iowa City, Iowa.

A visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13, at the Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home. The funeral service will be private, with Rev. Chuck Huckaby, pastor of First Reformed Church in Fulton officiating.

A memorial has been established by the family.

Paul was born April 26, 1934, in Fulton, to Jacob H. and Gertrude (Hoogheem) Norman. He was educated in the Fulton Grade Schools and was a graduate of Fulton High School. Paul served in the U.S. Army for 20 years. He was a member of First Reformed Church in Fulton, where he participated in the Adult Bible Study. He was a member of the Fulton American Legion Post

#402 and the Disabled American Veterans. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by six sisters, Lois Bush, Mary Temple, Ardith “Arkie” Zuidema, LaVonne Dykema, Eunice Liebert, and Leota Norman in infancy; and one brother, Gerald “Jocko” Norman.

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

LINDA A. OTTENS Died: February 2, 2021

FULTON – Linda A. Ottens, 71, of Fulton, died Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at her home.

A private funeral service will be held at the Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home with Roy Abbott officiating. There will be no visitation and cremation rites will be accorded.

Memorials have been established to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and Clinton Humane Society To send online condolences go to www. bosmarenkes.com.

VELMA K. BUHLMAN

Born: September 9, 1931; Ideal Died: February 4, 2021; Prophetstown PROPHETSTOWN – Velma Kathleen Buhlman, 89, of Prophetstown formerly of Morrison, died

Thursday, Feb. 4, at Allure of Prophetstown in Prophetstown.

A public funeral service will be held at 11 a.m.

Friday, Feb. 12, at the Morrison Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home with Rev. Calvin Haines, Jr., pastor of Morrison United Methodist Church, officiating. A public visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Face masks and social distancing will be required. Interment will be at Rock Island National Cemetery in Rock Island.

A memorial has been established to an educational fund for the grandchildren.

Velma was born Sept. 9, 1931, in Ideal, to Melvin and Vernetta (Schwartz) Johnson. She was a graduate of Lyndon High School in Lyndon. Velma married Charles W. Buhlman on June 7, 1952, in Great Lakes. He died Aug. 21, 1979. Velma was employed by General Electric in Morrison for 20 years. She was a member of the Morrison United Methodist Church.

Survivors include four sons, David Buhlman of Morrison, Thomas (Lin) Buhlman of Concord, California, and Kevin (Judi) Buhlman of Lyndon; Arthur (Paulette) Buhlman of Gonzales, Texas; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Ruth Johnson and Lois Pilgrim both of Lyndon.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles; one granddaughter; and one sister, Frances Crossman. To send online condolences, go to www.bosmarenkes.com.

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• Alba Capital Two LLC to 2506 Sterling LLC, 2506 Lincolnway, Sterling, $3,409,000.

• US Bank to Brady Lenox, 30610 E. Woodside Drive, Rock Falls, $62,000.

Source: Whiteside County Recorder’s Office

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ERIE MIDDLE SCHOOL

MEN’S TRACK AND FIELD

Erie Middle School hosts virtual Spelling Bee

Erie’s Holldorf earns roster spot on Warhawks

Congratulations to all 43 students who participated in the 2021 EMS Spelling Bee! This year’s bee looked different than previous years. An online format was developed to make sure everyone could participate safely.

Our winner for the second year in a row was sixth grader Taylor Robshaw!

Make sure to wish Taylor good luck as she prepares for the regional spelling bee.

Second place went to eighth grader Rebekka Craven.

Third place went to seventh grader Stella Ashdown.

Thank you to the participants: Fifth grade: James Lopez, Brady Woodworth, Caylee Reece, Mia Trent, Elijah Franzen, Ayden Grawe, Carter Shepherd, Kyla Crady, Lyla Johnson, Kaycee Russell, Jennica Norman, Anthony Paxton and Addilyn Temple.

Sixth grade: Taylor Robshaw, Elley Weidel, Sarah Carlson, Dane Ryan, Justin Jacobs, Bella Floming, Nathan Kellet, Isabella Floming, Lauryn Wunderlich, Kash Temple, Isabella Olvera and Bradley Dugan.

Seventh grade: Isaac Carlson, Saige Froeliger, Isabella Johnston, Ethan

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The EMS Spelling Bee winners are Rebekka Craven (from left), second place and alternate; Stella Ashdown, third place; and Taylor Robshaw, first place Lavine, Ava Grawe, Braedyn Frank, Aubrey Huisman, Michelle Naftzger, Aiden Almanza, Stella Ashdown, Jonathan Norman, Charleigh Misfeldt and

Ashlyn Johnson.

Eighth grade: Rebekka Craven, Robert Winters, Lilliam McWilliams, Ethan Daubman and Aaliyah Bailey.

Tyler Holldorf, a native of Erie and graduate of Erie High School, will compete for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater men’s track and field team during the 2021 season.

Holldorf, a freshman at UW-Whitewater, is majoring in human performance.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater men’s and women’s track and field teams began an unprecedented season Feb. 6 at Kachel Fieldhouse with a dual meet against UW-Platteville.

It was the program’s first of four dual meets this season and six competition dates.

The Warhawks will host five meets during the indoor season over the next five weeks.

All home duals will be streamed online using StretchCast, YouTube and Facebook Live. Links will be available each week on the men’s and women’s track and field schedule pages.

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What are you involved in at Fulton High School?

I am involved in cheerleading, speech, choir, band, thespians and SADA at Fulton High School.

What are your hobbies outside of

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Outside of school, I enjoy reading, writing, going for walks and doing yoga.

What have you learned from this pandemic?

From this pandemic, I have learned that it’s important to do things for the sake of other people, not just for yourself.

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I am able to sit back and come up with a plan on how to lead.

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

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I like doing DIY projects, including stripping the paint off and repainting my dresser.

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Know your own limits. Don’t keep pushing yourself until you get burnt out.

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Technical programs prepare students for immediate employment Black Hawk College has more than 70 career and technical education programs that prepare students for immediate employment in high-wage, high-demand careers.

Since 2015, the college has awarded more than 1,000 Associate in Applied Science degrees to more than 900 students and more than 1,200 certificates to more than 1,000 students in career and

technical education programs. Students have gone on to rewarding careers in health care, criminal justice, agriculture, business, accounting, IT and more.

“The [COVID-19] pandemic confirmed for us the importance of training and education in our area,” said Dr. Richard Bush, dean of career programs.

“Our career programs have always been great, and we are taking steps to

ensure our students will continue to be some of the best qualified in the area.”

Black Hawk College has faculty members dedicated to its career programs. They bring their real-world, professional experience into the classrooms, and many continue to work in their respective fields. They have created internships for BHC students and partnerships with business and organi-

zations in the community.

Those connections make the college more responsive to the needs of area employers. Advisory boards made up of local business and community members help guide the college’s CTE programs.

Interested in learning more about Black Hawk College’s CTE programs?

Visit www.bhc.edu/careerprograms.

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ERIE HIGH SCHOOL

Month of love turns red into gold for many

BY BARB PROEGER The National Honor Society members at Erie High School spent January planning for projects for the semester.

One project the members did not want to drop off the annual calendar of events was the fundraising event “For the Kids.” This program is a nationwide campaign at the college level, moving down to high schools to help raise money for children and their families battling childhood cancer.

The color gold symbolizes this program.

The past two years we have worked with St. Ambrose University and Prophetstown High School to host fundraisers, most notably a culminating dance, where it was learned how much money was raised to go to the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.

The first year, the two high schools raised close to $5,500. Last year, we set a goal of increasing our offerings to $8,000. Friday, March 6, 2020, was the culminating dance event, where at the conclusion, it was learned that we had raised close to $13,000.

Not only were we thrilled with that number, but looking back, it was the following Friday, the 13th, when we went into the COVID-19 shutdown. We are very thankful that we not only could work on this project, but also got it concluded so that the funds could reach St. Ambrose and the U of I hospital.

The pandemic changed many things for us, but the desire for For the Kids did not go away. EHS is taking the month of love and turning the normally associated red color of February into the color gold.

Realizing that they could not raise the dollar amounts of the past two years did not deter the drive to do something for the NHS members. The theory is that any money will help a family with gas or food cards so that burden is off their shoulders while traveling back and forth to Iowa City.

This past week, Feb. 1-5, were dress up days. The first three days were pajamas, jersey and mismatch days, and $228 was raised. Thursday was to be our SuperHero day, as that is indeed what these children fighting cancer are – superheroes. Unfortunately, we had to have remote learning days on Thursday and Friday, so we are looking at the calendar to see if we can reschedule our “SuperHeroes and Go for the Gold.”

Audrey Woods

Shea Winters

Logan Wheeler Other events planned for this month will be a cupcake decorating competition, a bake sale, and breakfast items featured for the week of Feb. 1619. The final week will be a silent auction, a bags tournament, and a badminton tournament against the teachers.

The students had fun with the Wednesday mismatch day. Different shoes, socks and layers of contrasting styles, fabric, seasonal apparel items and even accessories made the day fun for the participants, as well as the rest of the student body.

Best mismatched winners were Logan Wheeler, Audrey Wood and Shea Winters.

Each winner received a $10 gift card courtesy of NHS adviser Barb Proeger.

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

Erie United Methodist Church 811 8th Street, Erie Pastor Tiffany Garcea - 309-659-2541 www.erieumc.org Newton Zion Reformed Church 10465 Frog Pond Road, Erie Pastor Shannon Parrish - 309-659-2464 newtonzion@frontier.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

FULTON First Christian Reformed Church Pastor Michael Hooker 801 15th Ave., Fulton - 815-589-3207 First Reformed Church 510 – 15th Avenue, Fulton - 815-589-2203 Pastor Charles Huckaby Fulton Presbyterian Church 311 N. 9th St., Fulton - 815-589-3580 Pastor Rev. Catherine Martin www.fultonpreschurch.org e-mail - fultonpres@mchsi.com.

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

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

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

HOOPPOLE Calvary Evangelical Congregational Church Rev. Eugene Baker, Pastor 815-948-2181 or 309-507-3283 Hooppole Zion Methodist Church Pastor Dan Wright - Church 815-948-7591 Parsonage 309-658-2145

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

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

RUTLEDGE ELECTRIC 822 Main, Erie

Brethren In Christ Church 207 E. Knox Street, Morrison Pastor Craig Sipes - 815-772-4871 FaceBook live at 10 a.m. Sundays Church of St. Anne Episcopal 401 N Cherry St., Morrison - 815-772-2818 stannemorrison@frontiernet.net www.churchofstannemorrison.org Crossroads Community Church 201 W. Market, Morrison Pastor Jon Eastlick - 815-956-0090 morrison@crossroadscn.com Ebenezer Reformed Church 309 E. Park St., Morrison 815-772-2472 - www.ercmorrison.com Emmanuel Reformed Church 202 E. Morris St., Morrison - 815-772-3890 www.emmanuelreformedchurch. org Rev. Luke Schouten, Senior Pastor Rich Criss, Ministry Coordinator First Baptist Church 406 E. Maple Ave. Morrison Pastor Dick Adams - Phone 772-2696 First Presbyterian Church Rev. Michael Selburg - 815-772-3510 100 East Lincolnway, Morrison Facebook live services Sunday 10:15 a.m.

YouTube Channel: First Presbyterian Church firstpresmorrison@gmail.com www.firstpresmorrison.org Kingdom Life Community Church 11429 Ward Road, Morrison, - 815-772-4098 www.kingdomlife.global Pastor Stephen Harmon Morrison Christian Church 201 S. Genesee, Morrison Larry Kidwell, Minister - 970-488-9651 lkidwell51@gmail.com Google YouTube Larry Kidwell for sermons Morrison United Methodist Church 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison Pastor Calvin Haines - 815-772-4030 St. Mary’s Catholic Church Rev. Slawomir Zimodro 13320 Garden Plain Road, Morrison 815-772-3095

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

PORT BYRON Bethel Baptist 27308 108th Ave. N., Port Byron Church Phone: 309-523-3352 Pastor Lee Williams Church of the Cross United Methodist Church 22621 IL 2 and 92, Port Byron Pastor Angel Gomez Parish Office: 309-523-9101 Countryside Christian Church 3817 230th St. N., Port Byron Pastor Steve Allison Church Phone: 523-2834 Fairfield United Methodist Church 235th St. at 115th Ave. North, Port Byron Pastor Larry Misfeldt - 309-523-3767 Messiah Lutheran Church Port Byron - 309-523-2421 Peace Lutheran Church ELCA 20828 Friedens Road, Port Byron Interim Pastor Nancy Jaster www.peacelutheranil.org - 309-523-2295 Port Byron Congregational Church 200 N. High Street, Port Byron Rev. Michael Rubino - 309-523-2318 Port Byron First United Methodist Church 9412 – 228th Street North Port Byron, IL 61275 Church Office Phone: 309-523-2396 Email: portbumc@frontiernet.net Jim Crozier, Pastor

Becky Butterfield Youth & Family Life Pastor Kathy Crozier - Spiritual Director

PROPHETSTOWN Advent Christian Church 200 Elm St., Prophetstown 815-537-5646 • ptownac.org First Lutheran Church Pastor Chelsey Weech Office: 815-537-2758 www.firstlutheran-ptown.org Leon United Methodist Church 17173 Lomax Road, Prophetstown Pastor Jan Shaulis Prophetstown United Methodist Church 200 West 2nd St., Prophetstown Pastor Joey Garcea - 815-537-2496 River Church 218 E 3rd St., Prophetstown 815-876-6226, www.riverchurchag.com St. Catherine Catholic Church of Prophetstown 815-537-2077

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

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

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The theme for the Lenten season at the Morrison United Methodist Church is “Listening for God,” as opposed to Listening to God. This is based on Psalms 37: 7. “Be still before the Lord, and wait patiently for him.” The ideas of waiting and patience will be a portion of Pastor Cal Haines’ Lenten messages.

Lent will begin on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 17, and continue to Easter Sunday on April 4. Pastor Cal will focus on the idea of “listening for,” which will entail each of us pausing to be with just God, one on one, listening in order to have a deeper relationship him.

The Morrison United Methodist Church asks you to join us either in person or on YouTube as we learn to “Listen for God.” Call Kelli Kohl at 815-499-3383 to reserve a place at the in-person worship or watch on the YouTube channel.

After bringing up YouTube, type in Morrison United Methodist Church and look for a purple M. Scroll to find the correct date, either for Wednesday, Feb. 17, for Ash Wednesday or join us on Sundays in the same way.

Free drive-thru meals continue at Emmanuel The free community Wednesday night drive-thru meals continue this Wednesday from 5:30 to 6 p.m. This week’s menu will be chicken strips, Jan sauce, macaroni and cheese and cherry bars. Enter the church parking lot from the north alley and remain in your cars.

A runner will inquire as to how many meals you need, and those meals will be brought directly to you.

This Sunday’s 8:30 and 10 a.m. worship services will have Pastor Luke concluding his message series, “Won’t You Love Your Neighbor?” with his message “Creating Space to Engage our Neighbors” drawn from Matthew 25: 30-45.

Exaltation will lead the worship set using “Lord, You are Good,” “Old Church Choir” and “Your Mercy is More.” Ministry coordinator Rich Criss will be the organist, providing the prelude, interlude and postlude.

Please call to leave a message or text your name, which service, how many attending and contact number beginning Tuesday morning through 4 p.m. Saturday afternoons.

The Emmanuel Church reservation line is 815-213-8715. Reservations are

received on a first-come, first-served basis with a maximum of 100 in the sanctuary at one time. Please note that for the 8:30 a.m. service, masks are recommended, and for the 10 a.m. service, masks are mandatory at all times.

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

First Presbyterian drive-up meal postponed The First Presbyterian Church of Morrison has postponed its February free community drive-up meal this week because of the predicted bitter cold temperatures. The meal is rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 18, from 5 to 6 p.m. The meal is beef stew, dinner rolls (donated by the Family Chef of Morrison), oyster crackers and cookies.

Please check www.facebook.com/ groups/firstpresmorrison for any possible changes because of the weather.

First Reformed Church makes announcements Worship begins at 9 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, at First Reformed Church at 510 - 15th Avenue in Fulton. Pastor Chuck Huckaby will preach from Matthew 16:13-20. Social distancing will be practiced and masks are required.

Creative Crew will meet at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 10.

Pastor Huckaby leads a Bible study on the Ten Commandments at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, both in person and on Zoom. A women’s Bible study with Renee Huckaby on the book of Ephesians takes place every Tuesday at 9 a.m. at the church and at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom.

Services are now livestreamed on Facebook. Go to www.facebook.com/ groups/firstfulton to join the group and see the services. The previous Sunday’s service is broadcast on WCCI (100.3-FM) at 6 p.m. Sunday night.

For information, visit the church’s website at www.firstrcafulton.org.

River Cities Quilters Guild

The River Cities Quilt Guild will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 7:00 pm at Fulton Presbyterian Church.

Deb Christopher will be sharing the COVID quilt pattern project and Becky Koster will be sharing how to add a flange to a quilt.

Anyone interested in fiber arts is welcome to attend. Sanitary measures will be in place.

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

CHURCH BRIEFS United Methodist Church’s theme for Lenten season is ‘Listening for God’

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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. Timothy J. Bragg; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 17CH234 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 12/20/2017, the Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on March 9, 2021 at the hour of 9:15 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THAT CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGIN AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTH ONE HALF (N 1/2) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF SECTION ELEVEN (11), TOWNSHIP SEVENTEEN (17) NORTH, RANGE TWO (2) WEST OF THE FOURTH (4TH) PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN; THENCE NORTH ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF NINTH STREET THREE HUNDRED TWENTY SIX AND FIVE-TENTHS (326.5) FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF TWENTY-SEVENTH AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS; THENCE EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF TWENTY-SEVENTH AVENUE A DISTANCE OF NINE HUNDRED EIGHTEEN AND SEVEN-TENTHS (918.7) FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF ELEVENTH STREET; THENCE NORTH ALONG THE WEST LINE OF ELEVENTH STREET A DISTANCE OF TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE AND SEVEN-TENTHS (225.7) FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE WEST ONE HUNDRED FIFTY (150) FEET; THENCE SOUTH FIFTY (50) FEET; THENCE EAST ONE HUNDRED FIFTY (150) FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID ELEVENTH STREET; THENCE NORTH FIFTY (50) FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF ELEVENTH STREET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 1611100014 / 10-020-12-00 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2612 11th St Rock Island, IL 61201 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 14-17-11791.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF DEATH AND CLAIM PERIOD IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Barbara Gale Brock, Deceased No. 2021 P 2 Notice is given to creditors of the death of Barbara Gale Brock. Letters of office were issued on January 8, 2021, appointing Brian D. Smith of Prophetstown, Illinois and Steven M. Smith, of Geneseo, Illinois, as Independent Administrators, whose attor-

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

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Whiteside County, 200 East Knox, Morrison, Illinois 61270, or with the representative, or both, on or before August 12, 2021, or, if mailing or de-

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by Section 18-3 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/18-3), the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative or to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Dated this 15th day of January 2021.

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SENIOR CITIZEN EXEMPTIONS REMINDER All Whiteside County residents who turn 65 years of age during the calendar year of 2021 are eligible for the Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption, regardless of income and are reminded to apply for this exemption on or after their 65th birthday. You are eligible if you owned your home and occupied it as of January 1, 2021.

Also all Whiteside County residents who turn 65 years of age during the calendar year of 2021, whose total household income was $65,000.00 or less in 2020, and who owned and occupied their home on January 1 of 2020, may also be eligible for the Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption and are reminded to apply for this exemption. *THE SENIOR CITIZEN ASSESSMENT FREEZE HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION MUST BE APPLIED FOR EACH YEAR. AN APPLICATION MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO JULY 1, 2021 TO RECEIVE THIS EXEMPTION FOR THE 2021 TAXABLE YEAR, REAL ESTATE TAXES PAID IN 2022.

Applications have been mailed to senior citizens receiving the senior citizen homestead exemption on their 2020 payable 2021 real estate taxes. *IF YOU ARE 65 YEARS OR OLDER AND HAVE NOT RECEIVED AN APPLICATION IN THE MAIL YOU SHOULD CONTACT THE SUPERVISOR OF ASSESSMENTS OFFICE AT THE COURTHOUSE IN MORRISON, ILLINOIS AND YOU CAN HAVE A FORM MAILED TO YOU OR YOU CAN PICK UP A SENIOR CITIZEN ASSESSMENT FREEZE APPLICATION. *IF YOU CELEBRATE YOUR 65TH BIRTHDAY DURING CALENDAR YEAR 2021 YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE AN APPLICATION IN THE MAIL. APPLICATIONS CAN BE MAILED OR PICKED UP AT THE SUPERVISOR OF ASSESSMENTS OFFICE AT THE COURTHOUSE IN MORRISON, ILLINOIS AND COMPLETED FOR THE 2021 TAXABLE YEAR, REAL ESTATE TAXES PAID IN 2022.

When completed, applications are to be returned to the Supervisor of Assessments Office at 200 East Knox Street in Morrison, Illinois. (815)772-5195 Robin Brands, Supervisor of Assessments, Whiteside County,Illinois February 9, 2021

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East Main Street Morrison, IL 61270 815-772-2164 Jan. 26 & Feb. 2 & 9, 2021 STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, IL-JUVENILE DIVISION In the interest of B.R., A Minor 21 JA02 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given to Michael Rosholm and to Any and All Unknown Fathers, Address: last known 809 44th Street Apt. 1 , Rock Island, IL 61201 and to any and all it may concern, that on 1/5/21 a petition was filed under the Juvenile Court Act

by Jeffrey S Mckinley in this Court and that in the courtroom of Judge Presiding in Juvenile Center, 525 18th Street, Rock Island, Illinois, on 2/25/21 at 2:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as this case may be heard, a hearing will be held upon the Petition to have the minor declared to be a Ward of Court and for other relief under that Act. THE COURT HAS AUTHORITY IN THIS PROCEEDING TO TAKE FROM YOU THE CUSTODY AND GUARDIANSHIP OF THE MINOR, TO TERMINATE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS, AND TO APPOINT A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION. YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR

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

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

Dated: 2/3/21 Tammy R Weikert Circuit Clerk By:RLS February 9, 2021

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THIS PROCEEDTO TAKE ING FROM YOU THE CUSTODY AND GUARDIANSHIP OF THE MINOR, TERMINATE TO YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS, AND TO APPOINT A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION. YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD. IF THE PETITION REQUESTS THE TERMINATION OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS AND THE APPOINTMENT OF A GUARDIAN WITH POWER TO CONSENT TO ADOPTION, YOU MAY LOSE ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO THE CHILD. Unless you appear you will not be entitled to further written notices or publication notices of the proceedings in this case, including the filing of an amended Petition or a Motion to Terminate Parental Rights.

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Dated: 2/3/21 Tammy R Weikert Circuit Clerk By:RLS February 9, 2021 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on January 28, 2021, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Whiteside Illinois, County, setting forth the names and postoffice addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Back to Health Chiropractic & Wellness Center, located at 202 4th Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081.

Dated this 28th day of January 2021.

Dana Nelson County Clerk Feb. 9, 16, 23, 2021 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on January 14,

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The City of Morrison will hold a public hearing on February nd 22 , 2021, at 7pm, at the Morrison Community Room, 307 South Madison, Morrison IL, 61270, to provide interested parties an opportunity to express their views on the proposed Downstate Small Business Stabilization application funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. Persons with disabilities or non-English speaking persons who wish to attend the public hearing and need assistance should contact Barry Dykhuizen 815.772.7657 200 W Main Street Morrison, IL, 61270 no later than February 18, 2021. Every effort will be made to make reasonable accommodations for these persons.

On or about February 26th, 2021, the City of Morrison intends to apply to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for a grant from the State CDBG program. This program is funded by Title 1 of the federal Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended.

These funds are to be used to provide working capital for the benefit of 2867 Corporation d/b/a Fatboys, 201 E Main Street, Morrison IL, 61270. The total amount of CDBG funds to be requested is $25,000 and will address the urgent needs of the business due to the COVID-19 emergency.

Information related to this application will be available for review prior to the public hearing as of February 9th, 2021 at 200 W Main Street Morrison, IL between the hours of 8:30am and 3:30pm. Interested citizens are invited to provide comments regarding these issues either at the public hearing or by prior written statement. Written comments should be submitted to City Administrator 200 W Main Street Morrison, IL no later than 3pm February 22nd, 2021 to ensure placement of such comments in the official record of the public hearing proceedings. This project will result in no displacement of any persons or businesses. For additional information concerning the proposed project, please contact Barry Dykhuizen 815.772.7657, 200 W Main Street Morrison, IL 61270.

February 9, 2021

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Dated this 14th day of January 2021.

Dana Nelson County Clerk Jan. 26, Feb. 2 & 9, 2021 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGPLANNING AND ZONING BOARD CITY OF MORRISON, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS Notice is hereby given that the Morrison Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. on February 24, 2021, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, at Morrison City Hall in the Lower Level Conference Room located at 200 W Main Street, Morrison, Illinois, to consider the rezoning of Block 2 of the Gridley & Nelsons subdivision in the City of Morrison, County of Whiteside from C-1 Central Business District to R-2 General Residential District.

A block bordered by Route 30, Bartlett Street, Clinton Street and Main Street.

Any persons wishing to comment on this matter shall appear at the stated time and location, or direct written comment to City Hall, 200 West Main Street, Morrison, Illinois 61270.

Planning and Zoning Board, City of Morrison, Illinois February 9, 2021 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on February 3, 2021, a certificate was filed in the Office of the County

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y Clerk of Whiteside County, Illinois, setting forth the names and postoffice addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: Marketing By Moonlight, located at 16980 Holly Road, Morrison, IL 61270.

Dated this 3rd day of February 2021.

Dana Nelson County Clerk Feb. 9, 16, 23, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS GreenState Credit Union f/k/a University of Iowa Community Credit Union PLAINTIFF Vs. Chad M. Jacobs; et. al.

DEFENDANTS No. 2020CH82 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 the 12/10/2020, Sheriff of Rock County, Island Illinois will on March 12, 2021 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: LOTS 25 AND 26 IN BLOCK 2 IN FRUITLAND ADDITION TO SOUTH MOLINE TOWNSHIP, IN ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 17-17-204-011 SM-2594 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4020 14th St Moline, IL 61265 Sale terms: 10% down of the high-

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

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

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

LEGAL NOTICES 101 p sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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

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

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

Please refer to file number 14-2002360.

I3163188 February 2, 9, 16, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF ROCK ISLAND, STATE OF ILLINOIS KONDAUR CAPITAL CORPORATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS SEPARATE TRUSTEE OF MATAWIN VENTURES TRUST SERIES 2020-1, Plaintiff(s), vs.

UNKNOWN HEIRS OF VIRGINIA G. MILLER A/K/A VIRGINIA GALE MILLER, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, MICHAEL MILLER, JEFFREY MILLER, LESLIE KRAMSKY, CINDY SUTHERIN AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE, UNKNOWN

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OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant(s).

20 CH 155 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to UNKNOWN you: HEIRS OF VIRGINIA G. MILLER A/K/A VIRGINIA GALE MILLER, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Defendants in the above entitled suit, that said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Rock Island County, Chancery Division, by the said Plaintiff, against you and other Defendants, praying for foreclosure of a certain Real Estate Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT NUMBER FOUR (4) IN THAT PART OF THE CITY OF MOLINE KNOWN AS AND CALLED M. S. SEVERANCE SUBDIVISION OF OUT NUMBER LOT ONE (1) IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF NUMSECTION BER FIVE (5) IN TOWNSHIP NUMBER SEVENTEEN (17) NORTH, RANGE NUMBER ONE (1) WEST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Tax Number: 17-05-438-004 commonly known as 2320 18TH ST A MOLINE IL 61265; and which said Real Estate Mortgage was made by VIRGINIA G. MILLER A/K/A VIRGINIA GALE and MILLER, recorded in the Office of the Rock County Island Recorder as DocuNumber ment 2005-30147; that was Summons duly issued out of said Court the against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

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unless you, the said named Defendant, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the office of the Circuit Court of Rock Island County, located at 1317 3RD AVENUE, SUITE 101, ROCK ISLAND, IL 61201, on or before March 4, 2021, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Ira T. Nevel ARDC #6185808 Timothy R. Yueill ARDC #6192172 Greg Elsnic ARDC #6242847 Aaron Nevel ARDC #6322724 175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 357-1125 Pleadings@ nevellaw.com KP # 20-01981 I3163466 February 2, 9, 16, 2021

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REAL ESTATE 200 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Timothy J. Bragg; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 17CH234 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 the 12/20/2017, Sheriff of Rock County, Island Illinois will on March 9, 2021 at the hour of 9:15 AM at Rock Island County Justice Center, Sheriff's Office 1317 Third Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Rock Island and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 1611100014 / 10-020-12-00 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2612 11th St Rock Island, IL 61201 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without

REAL ESTATE 200 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 CondoProperty minium ILCS Act, 765 605/18.5(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 a shall receive 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

REAL ESTATE 200 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 14-1711791.

I3163035 January 26, 2021 February 2, 9, 2021 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS GreenState Credit Union f/k/a University of Iowa Community Credit Union PLAINTIFF Vs. Chad M. Jacobs; et. al.

DEFENDANTS No. 2020CH82 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 the 12/10/2020, Sheriff of Rock Island County, Illinois will on March 12, 2021 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 17-17-204-011 SM-2594 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4020 14th St Moline, IL 61265 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including

REAL ESTATE 200 g the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 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

REAL ESTATE 200 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 14-2002360.

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