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Crews work to demolish the building at 120 E. Pearl St. Tuesday. A local group of individuals made an effort to save the historic building, but their efforts proved fruitless.

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The building at 120 E. Pearl St., once home to the Moose Lodge, sits in the process of being demolished Tuesday.

Former Moose Lodge building is demolished

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Crews started work to demolish the building, once home to the Jerseyville Moose Lodge at 120 E. Pearl St., Monday.

Efforts were made to save the building in recent weeks, but they proved fruitless. At a previous

Jerseyville City Council meeting, commissioners decided to reaffirm plans to buy the property as a vacant lot.

The building has sat empty for years, and the owner of the building contacted the city on multiple occasions to offer it for sale, but the city would only purchase it as a vacant lot. A proposal was made to acquire the building by local residents.

18-year-old from Jerseyville dies in single-vehicle crash

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal A Jerseyville man died in a singlevehicle crash Wednesday, Feb. 19 on Illinois Route 109, according to Illinois State Police (ISP).

Police officials report that David J. Carroll, 18, died at approximately 5:16 p.m. that day on Route 109, 3/10 of a mile south of McClusky Road in Jersey County.

According to a news release from ISP, Carroll, driving a 2008 Dodge Avenger, was traveling southbound on Illinois Route 109. The Dodge failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway, ran off the roadway and struck a tree, police say.

It was reported that Carroll suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene by the Jersey County Coroner’s Office. No further information is available for release.

Jerseyville OKs next step on Hollow Avenue project

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal Jerseyville leaders are taking the next step on the Hollow Avenue road work.

Jerseyville City Council cleared Public Works Director Bob Manns to solicit a request for qualifications for professional surveying and engineering services related to the Hollow Avenue roadway improvements at their meeting Tuesday, Feb. 25.

“The first step is to get a consultant on board to start the surveying and engineering work, start that environment clearance process and do what is called the project development report with IDOT (Illinois Department of Transportation),” Manns said.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis, RIllinois, announced that the city, in conjunction with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), was awarded a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration. The funding comes from the Accelerated Innovation Deployment

(AID) Demonstration program. The AID Demonstration program provides funding for innovative construction techniques.

Hollow Avenue is an east to west concrete road in relatively good condition, but past the intersection with Baxter Avenue, the road is an older deteriorating oil and chip road, Jerseyville Public Works Director Bob Manns said.

The grant funding will go toward helping reconstruct approximately 2,000 feet of deteriorated asphalt roadway with a compacted concrete pavement, along with related subgrade improvements, road widening, storm and sewer/drainage improvements and the addition of an ADAcompliant sidewalk extension.

The project will extend from Baxter Avenue to N. Hickory Street and is set to cost $1.3 million, $300,000 of which will come from the city.

Also during the meeting, commissioners approved a request from Got Faith? for a tourism grant of approximately $3,000 for events to take place between March 29 and Dec. 23.

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Adorned with beads, a family embodies the spirit and tradition of the big noise parade with shakers and tambourine Saturday. They and others from the area walked River Road for the Mardi Gras-fton parade, which stretched from Drifters to the Hawg Pit. Participants had pots and pans and a plethora of other instruments to play along their short trek through Grafton. More photos from the event can be found on A2.

The proposal was not seen as feasible, in a best and worst case scenario by a planning and architecture firm with locations in St. Louis, Mo. and Kansas City, Mo. The demo this week drew several bystanders watching as it was torn down piece by piece.

The lot is set to be used as parking for businesses on and around that section of State Street.

Grafton upholds decision to sue DeSherlia Marina

ed IEPA numerous times regarding the

By JARAD JARMON Marina, proper guidance was provided Jersey County Journal by the IEPA, and no citations or fines Extensive arguments were made were levied and that the stone blocks in against suing DeSherlia Marina Man- the floodway were permissible, unlike agement at the Grafton City Council what was said in the resolution. meeting Tuesday, Feb. 18; ultimately Q That the issue regarding the shed though, they fell on unconvinced ears, and fence is under on-going litigation — and the decision to use litigation against litigation the city has expended approxithe business was upheld. mately $29,000 on.

The Grafton City Council aldermen Q That DeSherlia Marina Manageand women — outside of Alderman ment has fully supported the bike trail.

Jim Spencer and Alderwoman Linda Q That there are inconsistencies in Brown Tolle — voted to affirm the use the claim regarding audit findings by of litigation against DeSherlia Marina Hughes and Associates, and that the findManagement “to bring resolution to the ings in the audit were solely against the many issues caused by DeSherlia Marina city, with no impropriety by the owner Management.” of the marina.

Ahead of the affirmation, Spencer Q That DeSherlia Marina Managespoke out against the vote, arguing ment has always bargained in good faith, against the validity of each point made and that it was that Grafton mayor that in the resolution to sue the DeSherlia put up obstacle after obstacle.

Marina Management. He called what the Regarding the argument made that rest of the city council and the mayor has the city had knowledge of and even pushed as “strong-arm tactics.” approved changes to the PUD, Spencer “Instead of continuing to work made a motion seconded by Tolle to towards a solution that is fair for every- suspend the meeting rules to then make one involved, the mayor has decided to a motion to investigate any alleged missabandon mediation and initiate litigation ing tapes and records regarding the city’s to sue the marina,” Spencer said. knowledge and approval of changes to Rebuttals Jim Spencer made against this agreement. The motion did not pass. what was argued in the “Out of everything resolution were: that would put any Q That DeSherlia “Instead of questions to bed on this, Marina Management continuing to work and they don’t want to did not violate the investigate where these planned unit devel- towards a solution tapes are that would opment (PUD) and that is fair for have their own words agreement, and that all in it,” Spencer said. changes to made to the everyone involved, “Amazing.”

PUD were approved the mayor has Spencer called for the by the Grafton Plancity to provide docuning Commission and decided to abandon mentation that Grafton the city. mediation and initiate fulfilled their obligation Q That arguments to contribute $200,000 litigation to sue the that the Marina has not toward the Day Harbor fulfilled their obliga- marina.” for the lease agreement. tion on the 3 percent “This is a path that rental fee because the 3 could lead the city to Jim Spencer percent should include financial ruin, not to slips under the lease is Grafton Alderman mention the unwanted erroneous, noting what publicity that hurts the was defined in the lease was for the Day tourist town just as we are recovering Harbor only. from the devastating flood last year,” Q That the city is not abiding by the Spencer said. maintenance agreement to inspect the Spencer pushed for the city to abandon marina annually in August, but decid- the litigation and go back to mediation ing to inspect in January. This was in — notably pointing to the costs associresponse to a claim that DeSherlia Mari- ated with litigation. na Management has refused to abide by Ahead of the vote to uphold the use the Marina Inspection Agreement requir- of litigation, Spencer argued there was ing annual inspections. irony in the city’s focus on the invalid Q That DeSherlia Marina Manage- permit related to the fence and shed when ment is in compliance with all IDNR “we got things being done that there is no inspection results and has never pro- permit, period.” Spencer pointed to other vided anyone with false information in inconsistencies at the city level regarding response to the city’s argument that the building permits in the city. marina is non-compliant with the terms Also, Alderwoman Donna Smith of the Boater’s Infrastructure Grant Pro- spoke up ahead of the vote. gram and has provided false information.

“Jim, you know good and well I talked Q That it was the contractor who was to you. I talked to the DeSherlias. I have overpaid in regards to the OSLAD/ Sce- read everything I could get my hands nic Byways Grant, and it was his respon- on,” Smith said. “For you to sit there sibility to repay the city $53,000 instead and say that we have been intimidated is of the marina.

BS… I make my own decisions, and my Q That property acquired with HUD/ decision was this needs to be litigated EDI Grant funds was deeded to a private because we cannot negotiate. We cannot individual for use as collateral on the do the things we have tried in the past.” individual’s loan.

Following the meeting, Grafton Mayor Q That DeSherlia Marina Manage- Rick Eberlin spoke out against comments ment was notified of past deficiencies in Spencer made, noting “just because there dredging practices, but it was corrected.

The current administration has contact(See, MARINA, A2)

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State street building gets remodel, new name, owner Space was once home to Proof

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal State Street, Jerseyville’s main business hub, will be seeing the inclusion of a new restaurant in the coming weeks.

The space at 111 S. State St., once home to a dance and night club for those in and around Jersey County, will soon open up again, this time with a new name, new ownership and a more family-friendly vibe.

The space was once occupied by Proof, before the club closed last year. Afterward, Nick Bexheti, who also owns Nick’s Pancake House further south on State Street, took on the location with a vision for another restaurant, but one that has entirely different offerings than that at the Pancake House.

“To see a place like this one close, it doesn’t look good. And, I think it has a lot of potential,” Bexheti said.

Now called Brossio Tavern, taken from “ambrosia,” which means something pleasant to smell or eat, the restaurant is set to bring more options to the county, with a focus on high-end and novel culinary offerings for customers, as opposed to the space’s previous more alcohol driven menu.

Bexheti said he saw Jerseyville better supporting an eatery — one that was more family friendly — than a nightclub. As it stands now, the lower level of the property is slated to serve as a restaurant while the

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top-side might continue to serve as a drinkfocused area of the property.

Throughout the process of designing and openingthe place, Bexheti said he wanted to instill more “warmth” into the space.

In contrast to Bexheti’s much-loved Pancake House, the plans for Brossio Tavern include more higher-end food items.

“You name it, Pancake House has it all.

But, it is more of a comfort food,” Bexheti said. “I kind of want to create something different here — something that we don’t currently have.”

He said he wanted it to have a “different feel.”

The menu might include options such as bison or lamb burgers, a unique offering in Jersey County. In addition, the vast majority of the products leaving the kitchen will be made using fresh ingredients, Bexheti said.

“I am going to try to avoid frozen things as much as possible,” Bexheti said.

For Bexheti, Brossio Tavern is envisioned as both an investment and a passion project— one where he can try out things like a full bar that he is unwilling or unable to do at Pancake House.

“I did not want to change the concept of what I have there (Nick’s Pancake House),” he said. “That will remain strictly how it is, and I will keep it that way. But, I have been having thoughts about having something like this for a while now.”

Brossio Tavern is scheduled to open some time in mid-March.

Jerseyville Nursing, Rehab Center crowns king, queen

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Wendy Miller of Alton and Debbie Reynolds of Waterloo hand out and throw Mardi Gras beads to parade participants Saturday.

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Left: A parade participant rides high on the sunny Saturday in Grafton.

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Area residents bang on pots, pans and an assortment of other instruments in the Grafton Mardi Gras Parade Saturday. Also that day, area businesses offered MardiGras specials people could take advantage of during the Mardi Gras-fton event.

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Bob Daniels was crowned the Jerseyville Belva Clayton was crowned the Jerseyville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Valentine Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Valentine King during the coronation, Feb. 14.

Queen during the coronation, Feb. 14.

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GARDEN COURT CROWNS KING, QUEEN

Garden Court held their Coronation Ceremony for Valentine’s Day in which Wiley ‘Buck’ Johnson was announced as King and Betty Johnson was chosen to be the Queen of Garden Court.

(Continued from A1) was no rebuttal doesn’t mean there wasn’t anything to say, and it is going to play out in court.”

The mayor was advised to not argue the matter in a political setting.

“I have advised the mayor, that in my opinion, since this whole matter is in litigation, initiated by the marina against the city, I think it is inappropriate for him as public official, or for any public official to try to litigate this issue in a political setting,” Jim Schrempf, the city’s corporate counsel, said during the meeting.

Eberlin pushed back on much of what was addressed as a rebuttal to the resolution, calling it selective. He said the rebuttal provided by Spencer was filled with partially true or out-right untrue information.

“What he did not include in this was the damning stuff,” the mayor said.

Eberlin said all he wanted was compliance on the part of DeSherlia Marina Management and argued that negotiations have been attempted and that they have not and will continue not to work.

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Elsah Museum Photography Exhibit meet and greet set

Saturday morning, March 7, from 9 a.m. to noon, individuals and photography clubs are invited to a special Elsah meet and greet at Farley Music Hall and “on-your-own photoshoot session� around the valley.

This activity is being held to encourage participation and answer questions from youth and adult photographers about the Village of Elsah Museum’s 21st annual Photography Exhibit. The exhibit theme is “My Favorite Window.� If it is raining

on March 7, the activity will be canceled.

The meet and greet provides photographers an opportunity to meet and ask questions of the Village of Elsah Museum committee members and former winners, Marty McKay, Karen King and Carolyn Schuelter.

Participants will be coming and going, as well as taking part in the photo shoot. If participants have submissions ready, they will be accepted at the Farley Music Hall. There will be another opportunity

for delivery later in the month.

The Village of Elsah Museum will hold the 21st annual Elsah Photography Exhibit from Saturday, April 4, to Sunday, Aug. 2. The exhibit will be held in the Museum building, Elsah Village Hall, at 26 LaSalle Street, Elsah.

There will be an opening reception on Saturday, April 4, during which the winners will be announced.

Submissions are due by Monday, March 16. Delivery of entries can be done in person at the Meet and Greet on

Saturday, March 7 at 37 Mill (Farley Music Hall) and at 26 LaSalle (Village Hall) on Saturday and Sunday, March 14 and 15 from 1 to 4 pm.

Mail and delivery by appointments are also options for entries. For full details, see url: www.escapetoelsah. com. Questions should be directed to historicelsah@ gmail.com.

Photographers, amateur and professional, are invited to make submissions to the exhibit and participate in the purchase prize portion of the

Adults and youth taking part in this event will have the opportunity to learn what prevention, treatment and recovery resources are available in the community.

Resources such as DARE, Jersey County Health Department, Oasis Women’s Shelter, and Chestnut Health Systems will be available with further information and to answer questions that anyone may have.

Additionally, from 7-8 p.m., there will be a question and answer session with an expert panel where JCAD members will pose some common questions.

This will be followed by an opportunity for the audience members to ask their own questions.

Rita Robertson, the Substance Use Prevention Ser-

vices Grant Coordinator and Prevention Educator for Jersey Community School District 100, is one of the many people organizing this forum. “This is not your typical health fair. This is a call to action. This is a community outreach in response to the ever-growing presence of underage drug use among youth and adults. Drug use encompasses alcohol, marijuana, eCigs of all forms, cigarettes, including smokeless tobacco, opioid use and other forms of drugs,� she said. “We want parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents, caregivers, concerned citizens and kids themselves to understand the effect of substances on the developing brain. A 17 year old having

Royal Banks of Missouri acquires First Bank office Royal Banks of Missouri announced the acquisition of two banking offices from First Bank. The offices are located in Granite City and Jerseyville. The transaction will increase Royal Banks to 13 full and limited service offices throughout Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois. “We are excited to become a part of these two wonderful communities. We are very

proud of our community bank roots and I think Granite City and Jerseyville will both be a great fit for our bank,� Mitchell Baden, President and Chief Executive Officer, said. “We hope to close the purchase in the third quarter.�

The transaction requires the approval of the FDIC, the Missouri Division of Finance and the Illinois Division of Banking.

Chili Fest to fund raise for Jerseyville Rotary The Jerseyville Rotary Club’s largest yearly fundraiser, Chili Fest, has taken place annually for almost four decades now.

This year’s Chili Fest is coming up on Tuesday, March 3, at the Jerseyville KC Hall, 307 N State Street in Jerseyville.

This year it will be held as a luncheon only from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tickets can be bought in advance from any club member, at the First Bank Jerseyville location at 117 S. State Street or purchased at the door on the day of the event. Tickets are $8 and that includes all-you-can-eat chili or beef vegetable soup, hot dogs, cookies and a drink. Carryout meals are also available.

Rotary Clubs bring together people from all walks of life who want to use their expertise for good and to give back to their community. The Jerseyville Rotary Club was

started in April of 1953, and its members are committed to making a difference in the community, the nation and the world.

Some of the ongoing club projects include giving away hundreds of dictionaries to third-graders in the Tri-County area each year to encourage literacy, donating Rx drug drop-off boxes to area law enforcement agencies (with more to come very soon), supporting a Character Counts grant program in Jerseyville schools, hosting international exchange students and involving local youth in Junior Rotarian programs. They’ve also partnered in the past with several other local non-profit organizations to maximize their impact and expand their reach.

Jerseyville Rotary Club’s regular meetings are held most Mondays at noon at Peace United Church of Christ on Glenda Ave.

includes permission to use the photograph in publicity for the photography exhibit.

The Green Tree Inn will donate a one-night stay for two to the winner of the Village of Elsah (valley) purchase prize winner.

The Youth Section Prize (taken in either valley or surrounding location) of $100 for a photographer between 12 to 18 for the best submitted photograph taken by a youth.

Additional recognitions may be awarded.

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Jersey County Against Drugs to host Family Wellbeing Forum The Jersey County Against Drugs Coalition will host a Family Wellbeing Forum on March 12 at the JCHS gymnasium. The event will run from 6:-8:30 p.m. and the doors will open at 5:30 p.m.

Jersey County Against Drugs Coalition (JCAD) is helping families to prevent and treat substance use in children and teens. Their focus is youth who are 11-18 years old and their families in Jersey County.

They help families by identifying and implementing evidence-based substance abuse prevention services with a focus on alcohol, tobacco and marijuana use.

JCAD does this in cooperation with the local schools, law, government and community as a whole.

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The Prizes include: The Village of Elsah (taken at a location in the Elsah valley area) purchase prize of $200 that includes permission rights to use the photograph in publicity for the photography exhibit.

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Aside from it being illegal, drinking alcohol under the age of 21 effects the developing brain by not allowing the brain to fully engage in learning and the activity at hand. The same is true for nicotine, whether it is vaped or smoked, marijuana, or any other substance. “The world our kids are growing up in is different than the one that we grew up in. The good news is we have resources available and access to information about prevention, treatment and recovery. Those taking an active part in the Wellbeing Forum are sure to leave with an abundance of useful information. If we work together, we can make a difference.�

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The issue: Demolition on the old Moose Lodge started Our view: It is sad to see a historic building go

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t is incontrovertible that the fate of the building at 120 E Pearl St., once home to the Jerseyville Moose Lodge, was one that drew controversy in the area, at least for a few weeks.

Once the decision was made to purchase the property as a vacant lot and a subsequent proposal was pitched to save the building, scores of people weighed in on what should be done with the lot.

Some people saw the property as one that could be put to better use as a parking lot. Others thought the building still had value and could be brought back into commercial use.

Whatever side one might be on, we think it unquestionably sad to see a historic building go by the wayside and ultimately meet its demise.

On Monday, crews started work on demolishing the old Moose Lodge, and it was upsetting to see the historic building get dismantled piece by piece, whether or not it was beyond financial feasible to restore.

It was a contributing building to the Jerseyville Downtown Historic District, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. That district has one less building now.

It is the case with any structure, whether it is a commercial building or a house. With time, this inanimate object becomes something more than the sum of its parts. Eventually, memories are baked into walls and ceilings.

In a house, a family grows and evolves and eventually those series of beams and drywall become a home. For more public buildings such as the Moose Lodge, it can slowly become a home of sorts, not for a family but for a community.

The building at 120 E Pearl St. has had a lot of years to foster this vibe. Built in 1890, the structure was the English-Eaton Hardware Co. and a Carriage and Implement Dealer before eventually serving as the space for the Moose Lodge.

Just in its time as the Moose Lodge, we are sure the building cultivated a host of memories. Many in the community could probably share fun and happy stories of their time in the red-brick building.

So, when we saw the building get torn down, we saw a source of all of those memories go with it — a heartbreaking thought.

To the now flattened building, we say, “Goodbye.”

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Q:

What do you think of Grafton’s intentions to sue the DeSherlia Marina?

A. I think it is ridiculous. The DeSherlias did nothing wrong.

B. I think this matter is better suited for mediation.

C. It is about time the city makes the DeSherlias accountable.

D. I just want this feud over the marina to be put to rest, whatever the results.

Last week's poll question

Q: 33% 8% 58% 0%

What purpose do you think a public library should serve?

A library should serve as a place with only books and places to research.

Libraries should have other entertainment offerings like movies as well as books.

Libraries should evolve to allow residents to check out anything they might need.

Libraries are antiquated nowadays.

This poll is not scientific and reflects the opinion of those who chose to respond

Your voice matters.

We would love to hear from you.

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YOUR VIEWS Davis should push back against proposed Medicaid cuts TO THE EDITOR: My Congressman, Rodney Davis, has supported President Trump on votes 85 percent of the time in the 2017-2018 Congressional year and 96.9 percent of the time in the 2019-2020 Congressional year.

Based on that record, I fear that Davis will vote to cut funding to Medicaid under Trump’s new Budget proposal. This could leave our seniors and their families to figure out what they need to cut from their budgets

to provide nursing home care for their loved ones.

Currently, Medicaid is funded jointly by states and the federal government. Under the proposed Medicaid block grants, states would only receive a specified amount for Medicaid spending. I fear that seniors needing long-term nursing home care at the end of their lives would be among the first to experience the funding cuts.

Call or write to let Rodney Davis know that there should be no cuts to Medicaid and ask him to vote against the Budget proposal.

His past record tells me that he will vote for whatever Trump proposes!

PATTI SONTAG Elsah, Ill.

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Looking back at history of Jersey County’s courthouses S

ince Jersey County was carved from Greene County in 1839, three courthouses have graced Jerseyville’s courthouse square.

The first, built in 1840, was a simple twostory, 40-foot square brick building with a hip roof and center cupola. It sat where the present courthouse is located.

In 1862, a 16- by 32-foot addition was made to the north side of the building. A jail occupied the first floor and a courtroom the second. An outside staircase enabled patrons to reach the courtroom without having to pass through the jail.

The original courthouse was the site of the only death penalty carried out in Jersey County.

The story began in May 1865 when Missouri outlaws Tom Moss and a man named Henderson were arrested for stealing horses. The desperados escaped from the Jersey County jail (which surprisingly seems to have been a fairly common occurrence at the time) and went on a drunken spree that culminated in a gun battle in Fidelity. When the smoke cleared, three local men – Robert Watson, Wilbur Hoag and George Miller – were dead.

Moss and Henderson split up, each trying to make a desperate escape from the county.

Henderson was quickly captured and summarily executed by a member of the posse.

In July, a former Jerseyville resident spotted Moss near the Palmer House in Chicago.

A gun battle ensued, and Moss was captured after being shot in the thigh. He was returned to Jersey County for trial, and private citizens donated money to hire guards to ensure he would stand trial. Moss was found guilty and sentenced to death.

On Sept. 1, 1865, Sheriff Thomas Selby carried out the execution in the hallway of the jail. Eighteen men, most of whom were county officials and physicians, witnessed the execution.

Unfortunately, fascinating history does not make a building immortal, and by 1882, the original courthouse was showing its age. A proposal to build a new one was placed on the ballot, but Jersey County voters defeated the measure.

Two years Guest Column later, tragedy struck BY BETH MCGLASSON on a bitterly cold morning in January. As the janitor of the nearby Baptist Church was returning home, he smelled smoke. Realizing the courthouse was ablaze, he roused others to help. However, because the jail had no night jailer or guard, it took precious time to locate the keys to the jail.

When the keys were finally found, several men tried to make their way to the jail door so the prisoners could be evacuated, but thick smoke drove them back. Armed with wet sponges held over their mouths, the men managed to unlock the door and carry the bodies of the prisoners outside. All four died from smoke inhalation. A faulty flue was blamed for the blaze.

Those who died were Walter Dunsdon, 25, who was being held for killing Nellie Dodson; James Griggs, 31, who was being held for petit larceny; Emile Kohler, 20, who was being held for stealing a mule; and August Schultz, 34, who was being held for stealing a coat.

Despite the loss of four lives, the entire contents of the courthouse – even the books and papers – were saved.

A one-story frame building was quickly constructed on the east side of the square to serve as a temporary courthouse. The building, completed in less than three months at the cost of $900, served as the Jersey County Courthouse for the next 10 years.

Jersey County prisoners were housed in the Greene County Jail until a new jail was completed in 1885.

In November 1892, Jersey County voters approved $40,000 in bonds for the construction of a new courthouse. In next week’s article, we’ll examine the history of the present courthouse.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––– Q Beth McGlasson is a history buff and vice president of the Jersey County Historical Society. This column originally appeared on the Jersey County Historical Society Facebook page.

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Wednesday, February 26, 2020

David Jacob Carroll David Jacob Carroll, 18, of Jerseyville, IL, entered into the arms of his Savior on Feb. 19, 2020.

David was born on July 12, 2001, at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Alton, IL. He was joyously welcomed home by his mother, Jill Christine (Thiems) Carroll, his father, Damon Lee Carroll, and his big sister, Hannah Christine Carroll.

David graduated from Jersey Community High School, Jerseyville, IL, in May 2019. In the search for his passion, David was taking classes at Lewis and Clark Community College while working full-time as a manager at Stadium Theater in Jerseyville, IL. David was a good friend to all who knew him. He loved music – you could always hear him coming. Video games were his favorite pastime. He enjoyed shopping for clothes, but he especially loved searching for his next perfect pair of shoes. He loved spending time with his friends and had a caring relationship with his girlfriend, Isabella Lincoln.

Those who knew David best knew of the love and devotion he had for his family, his laugh, sheepish smile, warm and kind heart, strong work ethic, and great sense of humor that could make anyone laugh. He loved playing board and card games with his family and cousins. Also, David loved to be on the farm with his grandparents helping with many of the farm chores.

He truly loved being with his family on their vacations.

He was incredibly close with his parents and sister. They spent countless hours talking about life, faith, and the little things in life. The time they had together was a treasure, and they were not only family but best friends.

For those who loved David, the world is now a

dimmer place. He is survived by his parents, Damon L. and Jill C. Carroll, and his sister, Hannah C. Carroll of Jerseyville, IL; his maternal grandparents, Stephen & Bonnie Thiems of Highland, IL; paternal grandparents, David & Sharon Carroll of Jerseyville, IL; aunts, Julie Carroll and Allison Iversen of Alton, IL; aunt and uncle, Stacey and Corey Golde of Lake Bluff, IL; uncle and aunt, Mike and Natalie Thiems of Edwardsville, IL. He is also survived by cousins, Sydney and Andrew Golde, Lydia, Naomi, and Gabriel Thiems, and many great aunts and uncles and other family members, as well as David’s many friends.

David was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Linda Jo Carroll.

Visitation will be on Thursday, February 27, 2020 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Calvary Baptist Church in Alton located at 1422 Washington Avenue. The visitation will continue on Friday, February 28, 2020 from 9:00 am – 10:00 am and then a Celebration of Life will be held following the visitation at 10:00 am at Calvary Baptist Church in Alton. Burial will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery. Rev. Andre Dobson will be officiating the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to David’s family to honor his life. Alexander Funeral is handling the arrangements.

Rev. Paul Lynn Rev. Paul Edward Lynn, 85, died at 2:33 p.m., Sunday, February 23, 2020 at his residence.

He was born in Jersey County, Illinois on February 25, 1934, one of four children born to Floyd R. and Alethea (Quinn) Lynn.

Growing up in Jersey County, Paul graduated in 1953 from Jersey Community High School in Jerseyville, and soon joined the United States Army serving a portion of his time in Toul, France.

Upon his honorable discharge, he returned to Jersey County and began working as a parts manager for Lynn’s Tractor Company. He then heeded God’s call,and began assisting Rev. Harry Frazer at the Gospel Assembly Church in Jerseyville.

In 1970, he and Wilma began pastoring in Pleasant Hill, Illinois and remained there until 1973 when they moved to Kansas City, Mo, to become pastors of the Genessee Gospel Assembly. The church has since moved and changed its name to Arborknoll Gospel Assembly, and Paul continued to be the Senior Pastor until his death.

He married the love of his life, the former Wilma Jean Wilkinson on Aug. 29, 1953 at the Assembly of God in Jerseyville, and together they two lived a life of serving the Lord and giving of themselves to others. They shared nearly 61 years of marriage before her death on Aug. 17, 2014.

Although they had no children of their own, Paul and Wilma considered every one

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John W. Thomas John Wesley Thomas, age 75, of Belleville, Ill., born November 29, 1944 in Alton, Ill. to Frank Thomas and Beryl Elizabeth, nee Calhoun, Thomas, passed away Sunday morning, February 23, 2020 at his home.

John grew up and attended high school in Jerseyville, Ill. He earned his Eagle Scout award and attended Bellevue College, in Bellevue, Neb. He served 3 years in the US Army, 1962-65, serving as a clerk in Vietnam.

John was a former member of the Black Knights Drum and Bugle Corps. For a brief time in the mid-1960s, John was the substitute drummer for the American rock band Paul Revere & The Raiders.

He retired from Granite City Steel, where he worked as a computer operator. For many years, and up until this past fall sports season, John umpired baseball and wrestling, from elementary through collegiate ages, in Illinois and Indiana. John was passionate about youth sports, dedicating many hours to area programs, and was an avid fan of the SLU Billikens and Notre Dame Fighting Irish. He was a bus driver for Belleville Township High School West, transporting students and athletes for the past 16 years.

John was a current member and Finance Officer for the American Legion Charles A. Woodford Post 2007 in Swansea.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife Elizabeth “Jane� Thomas in 2016.

Surviving are his chil-

dren Brian Thomas of Belleville, Bryant Thomas of St. Louis, Beth (Michael) Chavarria of Valrico, Fla., Rebecca Thomas of Omaha, Neb., step-sons Craig (Joan) Mentzer of Millstadt, and Christopher (Tracy) Mentzer of Swansea; twelve special grandchildren; his dear friend Carol Boone, and his loyal dog Grover.

Memorial donations are suggested to Belleville West Athletics Booster Club.

Online remembrances may be posted at www.wfh-ofallon.com .

Visitation: 4 – 8 pm, Sunday, March 1, 2020, at Wolfersberger Funeral Home, 102 W. Washington St., O’Fallon, Ill. Funeral: Service will begin at 7 pm, Sunday, at the funeral home, with Rev. Christy Eckert officiating, and will be immediately followed by the American Legion service.

Graveside Service: Procession will depart the funeral home at 1:45 p.m., Monday, March 2, 2020, for a 2:30 p.m. committal service with military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo.

‘Scotty Ray’ Thompson Raymond Scott “Scotty Ray� Thompson, 58, of Roodhouse, died at 2:55 a.m.

Feb. 23, 2020 at his residence surrounded by family and friends after a short battle with cancer.

Visitation was from 4 - 8 p.m. Wednesday at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville,

where funeral services were conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday. Family friend, Lyndal Sonneborn officiated.

He will be laid to rest in the White Hall Cemetery in White Hall, Illinois.

Memorials may be given to his family in care of the funeral home.

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of their nieces and nephews their, and is survived by many of them, including Linda Vance who has cared for Paul the last two years, along with other blessed people who have been part of his ministry.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Hubert Lynn and Floyd Lynn Jr. in infancy; and a sister, Dorothy (Lynn) Bennett.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Arborknoll Gospel Assembly in Kansas City, with a service beginning at 7 p.m.

A Visitation will also be held Saturday from 11 a.m. until time of funeral services at 1 p.m. at the Gospel Assembly Church in Jerseyville, with Rev. Clyde Shaw officiating.

He will be laid to rest in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville.

Memorials may be given to the Arborknoll Gospel Assembly in Kansas City, Missouri.

Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville is in charge of the arrangements.

Memories may be shared at crawfordfunerals.com.

Thelma Bernice Schall, 83, of Medora died Feb. 22, 2020 at St. Louis University Hospital.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until the time of memorial service at 1 pm Feb. 29, 2020 at Mt Pleasant Baptist Church i.n Medora with Rev. Ray Robinson officiating.

Burial will be in Medora

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Douglas Shafer Douglas Charles Shafer, 58, died at 10:34 a.m., Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at Des Peres Hospital in St. Louis County, Missouri.

He was born in Jerseyville, Illinois on February 17, 1962, and was one of four children born to Jack and Joyce Ann (Myers) Shafer.

A lifelong Jerseyville resident, Doug graduated in 1980 from Jersey Community High School.

He has spent his entire working career in the auto industry, first working Sunderland Motor Company and eventually owning Car Quest for many years, before accepting the position of parts manager at McKay’s NAPA Auto Parts all in Jerseyville, prior to his health necessitating that he retire.

He was a member of the Illinois Tractor Pulling Association and a member of the former Moose Lodge in Jerseyville, and in his spare time enjoyed camping and snowmobiling with family and friends.

He met Barbara Warford in January of 2001, and the two have shared the last 20 years together, marrying on September 8, 2017 in Jerseyville.

Surviving are his wife, Barbara Warford of Jerseyville; two grandchildren, Gwenda Holmes and Cain Holmes of Jerseyville, along with their mother, Kayla; a sister, Dr. Kathy Shafer of Litchfield; two brothers, Stephen Shafer of Jerseyville and Clark Shafer of St. Louis, Mo., along with

this brothers and sisters inlaw, Vicky and Ron Blackorby of Jerseyville, Penny and Mike Jarman, Mark and Karen Madson, and Tom and Martha Warford all of Grafton, and Clint and Pam Warford of Jerseyville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Virgil and Ada (Mourning) Myers and Ira “Jack� and Mable (Lyles) Shafer; his father in-law and mother in-law, James and Gwenda Warford; a sister inlaw, Terri (Warford) Madson; and a brother in-law, James Warford.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, where funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday.

He will be laid to rest in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville.

Memorials may be given to his family in care of the funeral home to assist with his grandchildren.

Memories may be shared at crawfordfunerals.com.

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Welcome, baby Nattilee Robert Elliott and Brittanee Buchanan of Fidelity welcomed a girl, Nattilee June Elliott, born at 8:24 a.m. Dec. 12, 2019, at 6 lbs. and 17.5-inches long at Alton Memorial Hospital. Nattilee has a sibling, Landon Lee Buchanan, 2.

Grandparents are Dorris and Morris Elliott of Medora and Lorna Buckman of Pocahontas.

Capt. Michael D. McElrath retires On Dec. 31 2019, Captain Michael D. McElrath retired after 29 years of service.

McElrath served in the US Army and Army Reserves as a noncommissioned officer for 18 years and later a commissioned officer in the Infantry and Military Police Corps, receiving a direct commission in 2009.

McElrath served tours and missions in Southwest Asia, Iraq, Kosovo, South America and Europe.

He received numerous awards including the Combat Infantry Badge, Meritorious Service Metal, Army Com-

mendation Medal X5, Army Achievement Metal X5 and others too numerous to mention.

In the last 10 years McElrath served as a Military Police officer in charge for third 383rd TSB, Company Commander for “B” Company second 334th Infantry and Company Commander for “E” Company, first 330 Infantry and Antiterrorism Officer for the 648th RSG Military Intelligence Readiness Command.

McElrath presently is the Chief of Police of Kimmswick, Mo. and works as a contractor for the U.S. government.

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Saturday, Feb. 29, noon – 4 p.m.: Tying the Knot: The History of Wedding Traditions, hosted by the Jersey County Historical Society in the Cheney Mansion, 601 N. State St. in Jerseyville. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by phoning Shirley at 618498-2876 or at the door the day of the tours. Each tour will be limited to 16.

Tuesday, March 3: Jersey County Association for Home and Community Education Craft Day at 10 a.m. at the Jerseyville Public Library.

They will be making a Teneriffe Embroidery Cloth. Kits will be provide for small fee.

Potluck will follow. For more info, call 618-466-3199.

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Bingo night: Food and drink available, doors open at 5 p.m. bingo at 6:30 p.m, every Thursday at the Alton Wood River Sportsman Club, 3109 Godfrey Rd. Chess Club meetings: Every Tuesday the Jersey

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Riverbend Toast Masters meetings: develop public speaking and leadership skills, 5:30 p.m., Lewis and Clark Community College Science building, Room 115, first and third Wednesday of the month.

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Monthly grief support group: St. John’s UCC in Brighton offers a monthly grief support group on the second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. For more information call 618-372-3737.

In-House Exercise: Every Wednesday, 11 a.m., free exercise class at the Jerseyville Senior Citizens Center.

Prairie Union Quilt Guild: Jerseyville Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Meets third Monday of each month.

Jersey County Street Machine Association: nonprofit club with members who enjoy show cars. To join call Jeff Dixon at 618-407-6270.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): 5 p.m. weigh in, 5:30-6 p.m. meeting every Thursday, Jersey Community Hospital, classroom by cafeteria. Call Carol at 618-5357981.

St. John’s UCC Church in Brighton: yoga classes on Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. Certified yoga instructor, Danette Watt, is leading the classes. Sessions are held at St. John’s UCC church at 216 N St. in Brighton. This is a handicap accessible event open to all who are interested.

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News items from the pages of Jersey County Journal

5 Years Ago February 25, 2015 A candidate who has taken issue with practices of the Jerseyville City Council is now facing questions regarding his own transparency in his campaign for mayor. Documents show Jerseyville mayoral candidate Cliff Coats as having a residence in Carrollton, which was listed as his primary home for tax purposes up until last week. Jersey County State’s Attorney Ben Goetten said his office has received complaints about Coats’ residency as it relates to the April election.

Former Jersey County Board member Dr. John Houseman filed a suit last week against the state’s attorney and county for legal expenses incurred last spring. Jersey County State’s Attorney Ben Goetten filed a motion for a temporary restraining order for preliminary injunction against the full county board in January 2014 to prevent board members from discussing issues relating to a confidential insurance investigation letter.

An area on the southeast side of Jerseyville is lined up for more improvements to address water drainage issues.

Grant money has been secured to pay a majority of the costs associated with the second phase of a project referred to as Curtis Adams, a reference to two streets in the area. The first phase, which was completed in late-2013, created drainage paths and a detention basin for

standing water to be diverted to in the event of heavy rains.

10 Years Ago February 24, 2010 To prepare for the worstcase financial scenario, due to the lack of payments from the state, Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100 school board members approved releasing five full-time teachers, seven teachers’ aides and the part-time homeless tutor at the end of the 2009-2010 school year. June 30 is the last day of this school year.

The five board members in attendance at the meeting at Dow Elementary on Wednesday voted unanimously to cut those 13 positions.

Grafton officials have been diligently working to market the city and it looks as though their efforts are paying off as building continues in the riverfront town. Mayor Tom Thompson said that there is some new construction going on and that one new home is currently being built and another permit for construction has been issued in Grafton Hills.

Following nearly three years of conducting studies and more than 16 months of construction and renovation, the Jersey County Jail project is nearing completion. Sheriff Mark Kallal said he is currently awaiting an inspection letter from the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) that will give him the green light to fill the cells at the jail.

GENERAL INFORMATION 832 South State St., P.O. Box 407, Jerseyville, IL 62052 Ph: 618-498-1234 Fax: 1-630-206-0320

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PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on September 26, 2019, the following described real estate, to-wit: Permanent Index Number: 01-240-015-00 Commonly known as: 23437 Woodsview Point, Elsah, IL 62028 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on March 24, 2020, at 9:00 AM, in the 1st Floor Hallway of the Jersey County Courthouse, 201 West Pearl Street, Jerseyville, Illinois.

The Judgment amount is $106,957.85.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the KLJKHVW ELG E\ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV DW the close of the sale payable to The Sheriff of Jersey County. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed LQ FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV RU ZLUH transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the mortgaged real estate arose prior to the sale. 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 the Plaintiff and in “AS ISâ€? condition.

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JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

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For information contact Plaintiff’s Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 4221719.

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued.

If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ,/&6 J

Land, House & Personal Property Auction Calhoun County, IL The Estate of Bernard (Buddy) Brinkman 48.7 m/l Acres with Duck Lake Possibilities & Household

Open House Sunday March 15th, 2020 from 12 p.m. till 2 p.m.

Auction: Sat. March 28th, 2020 @ 10 a.m. on site at the farm.

Property will sell at 12:30 p.m.

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Veronika J. Miles (#6313161), Its Attorney Of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC Veronika J. Miles (#6313161) HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Upon payment in full of the Attorneys at Law amount bid, the purchaser shall P.O. Box 740 Decatur, IL 62525 UHFHLYH D &HUWLÂżFDWH RI 6DOH 6HQG 1RWLFH 3OHDGLQJV WR which will entitle the purchaser Veronika J. Miles (#6313161) to a Deed to the real estate after Email: Non-CookPleadings@ FRQÂżUPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH hsbattys.com The property will NOT be open Telephone: (217) 422-1719 for inspection. Prospective bid- Facsimile: (217) 422-1754 ders are admonished to check I3145513 2.19, 2.26, 3.4

201 Walnut, Brighton $65,900 3 bedroom ranch with oversized detached garage.

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Responsibility is limited to the cost the space error occupies in the ad. All transactions under $50 must be paid in advance. Proper identification of the person placing the ad is required. The Jersey County Journal reserves the right to reject or edit any advertisement submitted for publication.

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Meadow Ln, Jerseyville - $28,000 2 lots, 1.23 acres +/-, great building site on cul-de-sac in desirable Greenbriar Est. just West of Otterville Rd. Matt Horn 560-8201 Pine Hurst, Brighton - $15,500 Lakefront lot in Brighton! Most utilities are available at the property.

Enjoy time with family and friends on Lake Piasa.

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708 Madison St, Gillespie $59,900 2BR ranch offers main oor laundry, 2 walk in closets, 2 detached garages, all on a double lot.

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COURT/PUBLIC NOTICE

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Jersey County police and traffic

The following police reports were filed between Feb. 14 through Feb. 20. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Jersey County Circuit Clerk’s office.

All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations.

All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

The following individual was charged with a felony: Kirby, Preston M., dob 09-04-1983, felony possession/use weapon/firearm.

The following individuals were charged with a misdemeanor: Gaffney, Timothy J., dob 01-31-1990, domestic battery/ bodily harm.

Johnson, Bobby L., dob 10-02-1974, aggravated assault/public prop.

Connell, William P., dob 05-06-1978, domestic battery/ bodily harm, interfering report domestic violence.

Boda, Linda G., dob 09-161966, reckless conduct.

James, Marcus D., dob 09-11-1985, obstructing identification.

Murphy, Jordan R., dob 04-04-1995, cause circumstance/endangering child.

The following individuals were charged with driving under the influence: Williams, Idell H. III, dob 04-06-1983.

Allen, Sarah R., dob 12-131982.

Parmeley, Ralph A., dob 12-14-1947.

The following individuals were charged with an ordinance violation: Janssen, David J., dob 09-24-1982, unlicensed/inoperable vehicles.

Neal, Kimberly A., dob 04-24-1992, junk.

Johnson, Shawn M., dob 04-28-1981, possession drug paraphernalia.

Redzepi, Medzit, dob n/a, junk, trash, unlicensed vehicle.

Gundlach, Jeff L., dob 03-25-1958, unlicensed vehicles.

Thornton, Emalie A., dob 01-12-1994, unlicensed vehicle.

Crabstree, Warren A., dob 12-16-1968, unlicensed vehicle.

Wallace, Trista J., dob 06-20-1989, unlicensed/inoperable vehicle.

Dziurolvitz, Heinz R., do 01-11-1980, unlicensed/inoperable vehicle.

Kimble, Crystal, dob n/a, junk.

Vancil, Ryan M., dob 12-201985, junk/trash, unlicensed/ inoperable vehicle.

Dunlap, Wayne A., dob 10-02-1975, junk/trash, unlicensed vehicle.

The following individuals were charged with a traffic violation: Williams, Idell H. III, dob 04-06-1983, leaving the scene.

Laughlin, Robert J., dob 09-21-0993, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Plackett, Scott A., dob 06-13-1990, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Fabry, Christina M., dob 02-23-1971, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Odell, Hailee M., dob 11-22-2000, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Damico, Connor M., dob 02-01-1998, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Dehner, Jameson G., dob 07-04-1986, speeding 26-34 mph over limit.

McPike, Emmanuel L., dob 03-29-1986, driving on revoked license.

Scott, Sarah M., dob 07-121980, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Jones, Jeremy W.L., dob 07-10-1998, operate uninsured motor vehicle, unlicensed.

Dublo, Sami J., dob 04-262002, operate uninsured motor vehicle, permit unauthorized person to drive.

Corrigan, Ashley H., dob 04-08-2002, driving on suspended license, speeding 26-34 mph over limit.

Lane, Michael D., dob 01-29-1977, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Jumper, Amanda L., dob 01-21-1978, unlicensed.

Miller, Simon P., dob 03-291979, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Koval, Gary D., dob 04-121961, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Heberling, Jayce G., dob 03-16-1997, leaving the scene.

Behlman, David J., dob 08-30-1998, speeding 35+ mph over limit.

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Parish, Stephanie R., dob 09-21-1974, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Proctor, Cassidy S., dob 06-08-2000, speeding 26-34 mph over limit.

Holmes, Lauren K.H., dob 08-14-2000, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Kagali, Ludwine T., dob 12-21-1997, improper lane usage, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Hardwick, Stephen B., dob 09-20-1996, speeding 35+ mph over limit.

Allen, Sarah R., dob 12-131982., failure to reduce speed, transportation/carry alcohol liquor/driver.

Thompson, James M., dob 02-27-1978, speeding 35+ mph over limit.

Washington, Jared M., dob 06-18-1993, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Preston, Tricia J., dob 12-241973, registration expiration.

Clark, Derick Lamar Jr., dob 06-09-1992, no valid registration.

Henley, Jostin D., dob 08-07-2002, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Johnson, William A., dob 03-26-2002, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Bowden, Grant G., dob 09-09-1997, unlawful possession cannabis/passenger, transportation/carry alcohol liquor/ passenger.

Eades, Larry E., dob 06-021951, failure to reduce speed.

Daniels, Katie L., dob 10-02-1987, driver failure to give notice of accident, leaving the scene, failure to reduce speed, operate uninsured vehicle, improper traffic lane usage.

Newby, Stephanie N., dob 11-15-1985, registration expiration.

Loftus, Andrew M., dob 10-29-1966, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Abbott, John P., dob 02-151977, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Ralph III, Jeffrey A., dob 02-26-1987, speeding 35+ mph over limit, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Lorsbach, Ian T., dob 07-112002, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Hartley, Jordan L.M., dob 01-30-1999, driving 21-25 mph above limit.

Parmeley, Ralph A., dob 12-14-1947, speeding 26-34 mph over limit.

Ford, Patrick N., dob 11-171978, registration expiration.

Demko, Courtney J., dob 12-05-1998, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Parkinson, Christina S., dob 08-27-1975, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Eberhardt-Fudge, Taylor E., dob 01-25-1996, registration expiration.

Johnson, Rickey L., dob 11-05-1950, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Elfgen, Raymond D., dob 06-22-1938, operate uninsured motor vehicle, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Wiseman, Dylan C., dob 11-01-2000, driving 15-20 mph above limit, operate uninsured motor vehicle.

Wilson, John Scott, dob 07-17-1969, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

Bechdoldt, Randy J., dob 11-17-1950, driving 15-20 mph above limit.

James, Marcus Deanthony, dob 09-11-1985, unlawful possession cannabis/driver.

Has your charge been amended, reduced or dropped or have you been found not guilty? Email jcjnews@campbellpublications.net to be considered for a status update on your court proceeding. Please include name and case number.

BIDDING ON MISSISSIPPI TOWNSHIP CEMETERY MOWING Mississippi Township, Jersey County, is now taking bids on mowing for the following locations for two years (2020, 2021): Bethel Cemetery, Newbern Cemetery and the yard about the Town Hall at McClusky. This includes mowing and trimming around the headstones. Bidders must provide proof of liability insurance for this two year bid. Submit bid and proof of liability insurance to: Linda Schaake 25368 McClusky Rd., Jerseyville IL, 62052. Bids will be accepted through March 9, 2020, at 6 p.m. and will be reviewed at the regular township meeting on March 9, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.

Mississippi Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

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Felonies: Devening, Jon W., dob, 11-24-1978, a charge of meth delivery between 15 and 100 grams was amended/reduced to possession of meth between 15 and 100 grams.

Mitchell, Wayne E., dob 09-21-1979, was found guilty on a charge of possession of meth less than 5 grams; 1 year probation; 30 days in county jail; drug treatment; $25 fine.

Misdemeanors: Boda, Linda G., dob 09-161966, a withheld judgement disposition was entered on a charge of reckless conduct; 1 year supervision, alcohol treatment; $874 fine.

Halbert, Johnathan M.L., dob 08-29-1997, a charge is disorderly conduct was dismissed.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, JERSEYVILLE, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

JUSTIN K. ROBINSON AKA JUSTIN ROBINSON, Defendant.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DOROTHY J. AKERS, Deceased.

NO. 2020-P-8 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Dorothy J. Akers, who died on January 20, 2019. Letters RI 2IÂżFH DV ,QGHSHQGHQW ([HFXWUL[ ZHUH LVVXHG RQ )HEruary 12, 2020 to Catherine A. Markham, 303 Hollow Ave, Jerseyville. IL 62052. whose attorney is Lee J. Plummer, Attorney at Law, 100 S. State, Jerseyville, !llinois 62052.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VICKI R. GALBREATH, Deceased.

No. 20-P-11 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of VICKI R. GALBREATH of Godfrey, Illinois. Letters Testamentary were issued on February 19, 2020, to DAVID A. GALBREATH whose address is 5013 River Aire South, Apt. 4, Godfrey, Illinois 62035 and whose attorney is Todd W. Parish, Strang, Parish & Graham, Ltd., 108 N. Lafayette Street, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052.

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

Claims against the estate PD\ EH ÂżOHG LQ WKH RIÂżFH RI the Clerk of the Court, Jersey County Courthouse, 201 W. Pearl St., Jerseyville, Illinois, 62052, or with the Executor or Attorney on or before August 28, 2020, and any claim QRW ÂżOHG ZLWKLQ WKDW SHULRG LV barred. Copies of any claim ÂżOHG ZLWK WKH &OHUN PXVW EH mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after LW KDV EHHQ ÂżOHG Dated this 24th day of Febuary, 2020. /s/ Charles E. Huebener CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT

NOTICE TO VOTERS For the March 17th, 2020 General Primary Election Color of Primary Ballots Political Party Color of Ballot Democratic Party Green Republican Party Yellow Pam Warford, Jersey County Clerk and Election Authority Phone: 618-498-5571 Option 6 Website: www.jerseycountyclerk-il.com Email: countyclerk@jerseycounty-il.us 2.26

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for the repair and construction of the Nutwood Drainage and Levee District pump house will be received by Edward J Fanning on behalf of the Nutwood Drainage and Levee District, at WKH )DQQLQJ /DZ 2IÂżFH RI +DUGLQ ,QF XQWLO S P ORFDO WLPH RQ 0DUFK DW ZKLFK WLPH WKH ELGV UHFHLYHG ZLOO EH SXEOLFO\ RSHQHG DQG UHDG 7KH SURMHFW FRQVLVWV RI UHSDLULQJ DQG UHEXLOGLQJ WKH SXPS KRXVH GDPDJHG E\ WKH )ORRG ZDWHUV %LGV ZLOO EH UHFHLYHG IRU D VLQJOH SULPH FRQWUDFW %LGV VKDOO EH RQ D OXPS VXP DQG XQLW SULFH EDVLV DV LQGLFDWHG LQ WKH %LG IRUP 7KH LVVXLQJ 2IÂżFH IRU WKH %LGGLQJ GRFXPHQWV LV )DQQLQJ /DZ 2IÂżFH RI +DUGLQ ,QF 3 2 %R[ :HVW 0DLQ 6W +DUGLQ ,/ HGVODZ #\DKRR FRP &RQWDFW (GZDUG - )DQQLQJ 3URVSHFWLYH %LGGHUV PD\ H[DPLQH WKH %LGGLQJ 'RFXPHQWV DW WKH LVVXLQJ RIÂżFH RQ 0RQGD\V WKURXJK )ULGD\V EHWZHHQ WKH KRXUV RI DQG DQG PD\ REWDLQ FRSLHV RI WKH %LGGLQJ 'RFXPHQWV IURP WKH LVVXLQJ RIÂżFH DV GHVFULEHG EHORZ 7KH RIÂżFH RI )DQQLQJ /DZ 2IÂżFH RQ 0RQGD\V WKURXJK )ULGD\V EHWZHHQ WKH KRXUV RI S P ZLOO SURYLGH FRSLHV RI WKH ELGGLQJ GRFXPHQWV XSRQ UHTXHVW 3ULQWHG %LGGLQJ 'RFXPHQWV PD\ EH REWDLQHG IURP WKH LVVXLQJ RIÂżFH GXULQJ WKH KRXUV LQGLFDWHG DERYH 3ULQWHG %LGGLQJ GRFXPHQWV PD\ EH REWDLQHG IURP WKH LVVXH 2IÂżFH HLWKHU YLD LQ SHUVRQ SLFN XS RU YLD PDLO 7KH GDWH WKDW WKH %LGGLQJ 'RFXPHQWV DUH WUDQVPLWWHG E\ WKH LVVXLQJ RIÂżFH ZLOO EH FRQVLGHUHG WKH SURVSHFWLYH %LGGHUV GDWH RI UHFHLSW RI WKH %LGGLQJ GRFXPHQWV

Todd W. Parish, #6256495 Attorney for Executor Strang, Parish & Graham, Ltd. 108 N. Lafayette St. Jerseyville, IL 62052 Ph. (618) 498-6821 2.26, 3.4, 3.11

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that the Nutwood Drainage and Levee District to purchase a used Excavator track hoe with a 60 Foot boom, to include bucket attachments. Bids offering to sell the Nutwood Drainage and Levee District an Excavator track hoe as described above shall be submitted, in care of Edward J. Fanning of Fanning /DZ RIÂżFH RI +DUGLQ ,QF RQ RU before Thursday March 19th, 2020 by 5:00 p.m. at, 207 W. 0DLQ 6WUHHW +DUGLQ ,/ or mailed and received at P.O. %R[ +DUGLQ ,/ E\ said date.

All bids received will be opened reviewed and voted on whether to accept any of the bids at 5:00 p.m. A specially convened meeting of the Trustees on March 19th 2020 at 5:00 p.m. Any questions please contact Attorney Edward J. Fanning at 618-576 Trustees of the Nutwood Drainage and Levee district reserves the right to refuse any and all bids submitted.

Edward J. Fanning Secretary, Treasurer

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, JERSEY COUNTY, ILLINOIS In Probate IN RE THE ESTATE OF LOIS JEAN EADS DECEASED Case No. 20-P-9 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Lois Jean Eads, of 902 Lillian Court, Jerseyville, Jersey County, Illinois, who died on the 10th day of December, /HWWHUV RI 2IÂżFH ZHUH issued on February 18, 2020 to Andrew Eads of 23715 Fulkerson Dr., Jerseyville, IL. 62052, and Allison Gosda of 2132 Moss Farm Road, Hickory, North Carolina 28602, whose attorney is Wittman and Lorton, P.C., 123 W. Pearl St., P.O. Box 190, Jerseyville, Illinois 62052.

Notice has been given to all heirs and legatees named in the petition by mail and is being given by this publication to any other heirs and legatees unknown to the executor whose names or addresses are therefore not stated in the petition to appoint an executor, that an order was entered by the Court on February 18, 2020, appointing the above named co-executors, requiring notice and publication, was entered on that date.

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Claims against the estate PD\ EH ÂżOHG LQ WKH RIÂżFH RI the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, Jerseyville Courthouse, Jerseyville, IL 62052, or with the representative or both, on or before September 1, 2020, DQG DQ\ FODLP QRW ÂżOHG ZLWKLQ that period is barred. Copies RI D FODLP ÂżOHG ZLWK WKH &OHUN must be mailed or delivered to the executor and the attorney within ten (10) days after LW KDV EHHQ ÂżOHG Laef N. Lorton, #6286745 Wittman and Lorton, P.C. Attorneys at Law 123 W. Pearl St. P.O. Box 190 Jerseyville, IL 62052 (618) 498-2167 laef.lorton@ wittmanlortonlaw.com 2.26, 3.4, 3.11

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This Day In History

Feb. 26

1815: Napoleon Bonaparte escaped from the Island of Elba. He then began his second conquest of France.

1848: The second French Republic was proclaimed.

1863: U.S. President Lincoln signed the National Currency Act. 1870: In New York City, the first pneumatic-powered subway line was opened to the public. (Beach Pneumatic Transit) 1881: S.S. Ceylon began his world-wide cruise, beginning in Liverpool, England.

1907: The U.S. Congress raised their own pay to $7500.

1916: Mutual signed Charlie Chaplin to a film contract.

1919: In Arizona, the Grand Canyon was established as a National Park with an act of the U.S. Congress.

1929: U.S. President Coolidge signed a bill creating the Grand Teton National Park.

1930: New York City installed traffic lights.

1933: A ground-breaking ceremony was held at Crissy Field for the Golden Gate Bridge.

1945: In the U.S., a nationwide midnight curfew went into effect.

1952: British Prime Minister Winston Churchill announced that Britain had developed an atomic bomb.

1957: The Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award was established by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

1979: "Flatbush" debuted on CBS-TV. 1986: Corazon Aquino was inaugurated president of the Philippines. Long time President Ferdinand Marcos went into exile.

1987: The Tower Commission rebuked U.S. President Reagan for failing to control his national security staff in the wake of the IranContra affair.

1987: The U.S.S.R. conducted its first nuclear weapons test after a 19-month moratorium period.

Iraqi President 1991: Saddam Hussein announced on Baghdad Radio that Iraqi troops were being withdrawn from Kuwait.

1993: Six people were killed and more than a thousand injured when a van exploded in the parking garage beneath the World Trade Center in New York City. The bomb had been built

by Islamic extremists.

1995: Barings PLC collapsed after a securities dealer lost more than $1.4 billion by gambling on Tokyo stock prices. The company was Britain's oldest investment banking firm.

1998: A Texas jury rejected an $11 million lawsuit by Texas cattlemen who blamed Oprah Winfrey for price drop after on-air comment about mad-cow disease.

1998: In Oregon, a health panel rules that taxpayers must help to pay for doctorassisted suicides.

2001: A U.N. tribunal convicted Bosnian Croat political leader Dario Kordic and military commander Mario Cerkez of war crimes. They had ordered the systematic murder and persecution of Muslim civilians during the Bosnian war.

2002: In Rome, Italy, a bomb exploded near the Interior Ministry. No injuries were reported.

2009: Former Serbian president Milan Milutinovic was acquitted by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia regarding war crimes during the Kosovo War. 2009: The Pentagon reveresed its 18-year policy of not allowing media to cover returning war dead.

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St. Francis Shining Knights winners announced

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The Shining Knight winners from St. Francis/Holy Ghost School for the week of 2/32/7 are: Bailey K., Gracie F., Collins M., Liam S. and Bo J.

The Shining Knight winners from St. Francis/Holy Ghost School the week of 2/10-2/14 are: Emmersyn W., Quinn B., Maggie H., Bridget H. and Sam W.

Three from county on Millikin University Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List Millikin University announced the names of the outstanding undergraduates who have been named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List for the fall 2019 semester.

Students who attempt 12 graded credits during a fall or spring semester and earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher earn Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List honors. Students earn-

ing a perfect 4.0 grade point average on 12 graded credits attempted earn High Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List honors. The students named to the Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List at Millikin University from the area are listed: Â&#x2021; Zachary Blasioli of Grafton Â&#x2021; John Collins of Jerseyville Â&#x2021; Sydney Sinks of Brighton

Jersey School Board moves forward with activity bus approval

By JARAD JARMON Jersey County Journal The Jersey Community School District are making efforts to address the lack of substitute bus drivers in the county.

The Jersey School Board voted to approve a bid for activity buses Thursday, Feb. 21, to be used, in large part, to transport student athletes to games.

It was discussed at the previous school board meeting that the school district was trying to address the lack of drivers for after-school activities like athletics.

Alan Churchman, director of transportation and facilities in the district, has said the district is always hurting for substitutes to drive buses for the students. The shortfall notably impacts extracurriculars, especially in spring.

To alleviate the issue for the district, Churchman recommended the board approve the district to bid out for two activity buses â&#x20AC;&#x201D; smaller, white vehicles that only hold 14 students at a time â&#x20AC;&#x201D; at the previous school board meeting.

Unlike a regular bus, these vehicles would allow coaches to drive the students to whatever games they may need to be at that night and do not require a special driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license in order to drive the stu-

dents.

The board OKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d a bid for two buses for roughly $55,000 each from Midwest Transit Equipment.

As previously reported, there is still need to bolster the numbers of substitute bus drivers on hand, though. Jersey Superintendent Brad Tuttle stressed during the meeting the need for people to take part and apply.

Notably, the board OKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Dennis Tepen for a temporary bus driver position.

Also at the meeting: Â&#x2021; The board approved the solicitation of bids for summer projects and sports complex upgrades. Â&#x2021; The resignations of Bryce Stabenow, English educator at the Jersey Community High School, at the end of the school year; Kim Wackerly, music educator at Grafton Elementary School, at the end of the school year and Rusty Lee, network technician, effective Feb. 12. Â&#x2021; Fall head coaches for the next year were approved including Ric Johns for football; Harold Landon for cross country; Toni Goetten for volleyball; Bryan Brown for boys golf; Stote Reeder for girls golf; Scott Burney for boys soccer; Dan Diamond for girls tennis and Marti Hansen and Natalie Zedolek for cheer.

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WRESTLER PLACES SECOND IN STATE COMPETITION

Zeke Waltz took second place in Class AA in the IHSA Wrestling State Finals over the weekend. The community was said to greet Waltz when he returned that night at the high school.

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217-243-3371

217-243-3333

800-851-6039

Chad Tullis

Dave Miller

Dean Arendt

Tom Pranger

Monte Keltner Justin Degroot

TULLIS *All Prices are plus tax, title, license and doc fee. Dealer not responsible for errors in this ad All Prices are plus tax, title, license and doc fee. All Prices have all rebates, bonus cash and dealer discount applied. Pictures are for advertising purposes only, actual colors may differ. Dealer not responsible for errors.

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2011 FORD EXPEDITION XLT 4X4

2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

2013 TOYOTA TACOMA

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$10,900

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2014 CHRYSLER 300 LIMITED

2014 FORD FOCUS SE

2016 FORD FUSION SE

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$9,900

$12,900

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2017 DODGE CHARGER SE

2018 CHRYSLER PACIFICA TOURING L

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$19,900

$22,900

$18,900

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2019 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4

2019 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED

2019 JEEP COMPASS LIMITED 4X4

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JACKSONVILLECHRYSLERDODGE.NET JACKSONVILLE CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM 1600 W. Morton, Jacksonville, Illinois

217-243-3371

217-243-3333

800-851-6039

Chad Tullis

Dave Miller

Dean Arendt

Tom Pranger

Monte Keltner Justin Degroot

TULLIS *All Prices are plus tax, title, license and doc fee. Dealer not responsible for errors in this ad All Prices are plus tax, title, license and doc fee. All Prices have all rebates, bonus cash and dealer discount applied. Pictures are for advertising purposes only, actual colors may differ. Dealer not responsible for errors.

Corbin Tullis

Jacob Shelby

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