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Lumber prices at an all-time high By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Supply and demand drives the cost of most goods, and currently, the demand for construction materials is much higher than the supply, so the cost has gone up. “This time last year, a sheet of OSB board cost $10,” Steve Grote, of Pike County Lumber, said. “Today it is over $40.” Availability is not as much of an issue, but there are delays according to Grote. “We used to have a two-week delivery on vinyl siding, and now it is eight weeks,” he said. “Our shingle supply is being allocated, and a lot of our lumber we can’t get a price on. It is sold and priced at time of shipment, so we don’t know until we get it.” Grote says COVID-19 is the reason behind some of the supply problems and higher prices. “Last year, when COVID first started, a lot of places shut down for several weeks. They are

A typical house that cost $150 per square foot a year or so ago will now cost $200 per square foot.

Steve Grote Pike County Lumber owner still catching up from that. Also with COVID and people stuck at home unable to go places, they started home improvement projects, increasing the demand for construction products,” he said. Not related to COVID are the all-time low interest rates. “The interest rates are historically low,” Grote said. “New home construction is high. A typical house that cost $150 per square foot a year or so ago will now cost $200 per square foot.” Jonas Petty, speaking for John

Petty Construction, agreed with Grote but said the problems go back further than last year. “In the banking crisis of 2008, many investors in suburban areas went in and bought entire subdivisions that had gone into foreclosure. They rented those out. That became so profitable, they are now building more rental property. It’s supply and demand.” Another factor, according to Petty, is a shortage of resin, which is used to hold plywood together, and tree farmers are going out of the business as they are not making any money. Petty acknowledges the pandemic hit the hospitality business hard, but other areas of the economy flourished, including construction, auto repairs and similar industries, especially with the stimulus money received by most. “The biggest problems for building and trades now is labor,” he said. “The prices are not stopping people from building.”

IDNR conducts survey of fish populations in Lake Pittsfield By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists Blake Ruebush and Ollie Mendenhall conducted a survey of Lake Pittsfield’s crappie, musky and walleye populations last week. “We set 14 drop nets Thursday,” Ruebush said, “We let them fish overnight and raised them on Friday.” According to Ruebush, weather and water conditions were not ideal for capturing an accurate sampling of all the fish species. “The water temperatures were a little warm,” Ruebush said. “We missed on muskie, and we didn’t catch any walleye.” Ruebush added that muskie had only been stocked at the lake once, and that IDNR had only started introducing walleye at the lake last year. Crappie, however, were found in large numbers. “We caught a couple hundred crappie,” Ruebush said. “A lot were seven to nine inches. A few were over 10 or 11 inches.” The large population of crappie, Ruebush said, means lax regulations for fishing for crappie. “There’s no crappie regulation – no minimum length or harvest limit,” Ruebush said. “Fishermen are encouraged to fish and take smaller fish.” Ruebush explained that removing crappie would improve conditions in the lake for remaining fish.

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IDNR Region 4 Field Coordinator for Fisheries Ollie Mendenhall, left, releases a snapping turtle back into Lake Pittsfield Friday, April 9. IDNR District Fisheries Biologist Blake Ruebush looks on. Mendenhall and Ruebush were conducting a population survey of crappie, muskie and walleye in the lake to measure the effectiveness of reintroduction efforts and to guide future management decisions at the lake.

“Right now, the lake has a dense population,” Ruebush said. “Removing fish will improve the quality of those fish that remain.” While no muskie were counted during last week’s survey, Ruebush said that muskie are in the lake and that the fish are growing. “We started stocking muskie in 2019,” Ruebush said. “We stocked about 250 at 11 inches.”

Ruebush said that he has seen evidence of muskie at the lake, but he said the fish need to continue growing to legally be harvested. “People have been catching muskie,” Ruebush said. “I’ve seen pictures of fish over 20 inches. Regulation for muskie is over 36 inches, then they can keep them.” (See, LAKE, A2)

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Following lull, Pike County sees increase in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press After reporting no Pike County COVID-19 cases between March 25 and April 5, Pike County Health Department (PCHD) reported Monday, April 12 that there are currently eight active cases of COVID19 in the county. Three of the new COVID-19 patients have been hospitalized with the disease. “On Friday alone, we had five new cases,” PCHD Director of Nursing Sharon Bargmann said. “Three of the current eight cases are hospitalized.” No new COVID-19 related deaths have been reported in Pike County since February. Bargmann encourages all eligible Pike County residents to get the COVID-19 vaccine, and she says that vaccines are readily available. “Right now, we’re turning down vaccine shipments from the state, because people don’t want to come in and get vaccinated,” Bargmann said. “That’s the sad part. We’re allotted 300 doses each week, and we can’t use it.” PCHD, according to Bargmann, is seeking ways to make the public more aware of the importance and availability of the vaccine. “We just need to get more people vaccinated,” Bargmann said. “We’ve been brainstorming different ideas to do that.” According to Bargmann, some residents would get the vaccine if it was more obvious that it was available. “We may just put signs up for what we call ‘passive seekers’ – people that don’t actively look for the vaccine but who may come in and get it if they know it’s there,” Bargmann said. “We’re discussing just giving the vaccinations on a walkin basis, without needing an appointment.” Currently, Bargmann said that 23 percent of the Pike County population is fully vaccinated.

Seventy percent of the eligible population has received at least one shot. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health’s (IDPH) website, 7,155 Pike County residents have been vaccinated, and 3,587 residents are fully vaccinated. Bargmann said that getting a higher percentage of the population vaccinated is important in stopping the pandemic and reducing the occurrence of new, more virulent strains of COVID19. “We’ve seen a little increase in cases,” Bargmann said. “Right now, the northern suburbs of Chicago are getting hit the worst in Illinois. The cases usually trickle down to us. If more people get vaccinated, the virus can’t replicate and continue mutating.” Individuals who wish to become vaccinated may call PCHD at 217285-4407 and use option 8. Callers will need to leave their name, date of birth, and phone number. Those leaving messages will be called to set up an appointment when vaccine becomes available, usually within the week. PCHD is also utilizing an online option for registration, To register online for an upcoming clinic, please go to www. pikecountyil.org and click on the red banner at the top of the page. Pike County residents may also get vaccinated with the Adams County Health Department. Individuals who would like to be vaccinated can call the vaccination registration line at 217-600-4VAX or go to w w w. a d a m s c o u n t y t o gether.com/vaccinate to schedule a vaccination. Individuals registering are asked to bring proof of identity as well as the ticket they receive through the email upon registering online or the ticket number they receive through the registration phone line with them to their vaccine appointment.

Sibley recognized for service; celebrates 100 years By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press

he Pike County All Wars Museum honored WWII veteran Howard Sibley Friday at the museum’s April 9 “Morning at the Mess Hall” event. Sibley is one of only a few remaining WWII veterans living in Pike County, and he celebrated his 100th birthday on February 22. Sibley, a native of northern Calhoun County, was the second of four Sibley brothers to serve in WWII. “They were poor country boys, who had never been off the farm,” Sibley’s daughter, Peggy Conkright, said. “When he left, he never thought he’d see his parents again, because they were older.” Sibley joined the Navy on Oct. 6, 1942, and he reported to Seattle, before boarding a ship to Kodiak, Alaska, exactly one year after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Kodiak was an important supply station for American forces throughout the Pacific, and Sibley spent eight months at the supply station loading and unloading ships. Following his time loading and unloading ships, Sibley spent two years working in a Navy tailor shop, using the pressing machine. The job, according to a memoir of his time in the service, was much warmer and drier that his previous assignment. During a three week leave, Sibley returned to Kampsville and married his fiancé, Wilma. The two were married by a Lutheran minister, and the wedding was witnessed by Wilma’s sisters, Clova Oberjohann and Mildred Retzer. Following the marriage, Sibley returned to Alaska and the Pacific. After the war ended, Sibley returned to San Francisco, and took a train to St. Louis where he received his official discharge papers. He returned home to Kampsville Dec. 22, 1945. Following the war, Howard and Wilma Sibley moved into

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Howard Sibley joined the Navy Oct. 6, 1942. He was the second of four sons to serve in WWII. Sibley was stationed in the Pacific and Alaska during the war.

Howard’s parents’ house, and his parents relocated to Alton. “He bought the family farm where he was raised,” Conkright said, “He farmed 240 acres his whole life and made a living on it – with cattle, pigs and hay.” Howard and Wilma had two children, Peggy and Paul. Today, Sibley has six grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren

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WWII veteran Howard Sibley, left, was recognized at the Pike County All Wars Museum Friday, April 9. Sibley turned 100 in February. All Wars Museum Director Lloyd Lawber presented Sibley with a piece of cake to belatedly celebrate the birthday. Sibley lives just north of the airport outside Pittsfield.

and two great-great-grandchildren. “Most are local,” Conkright said. “The farthest away lives in Oklahoma. Throughout Dad’s life, family has been the most

important thing. Family has been a driving force.” After over 65 years of marriage, Wilma Sibley passed away in 2010. (See, SIBLEY, A2)

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Council okays PFD purchase of new equipment By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Pittsfield City Council gave their blessing to the Pittsfield Fire Department’s purchase of a SCBA fill station at the April 6 meeting. Pittsfield Fire Chief Jason White appeared before the council and said that the old unit was designed to fill self-con-

tained breathing apparatus tanks to 2,216 pounds of pressure. “The new industry standard is 4,500,” White said. “We have the packs that will hold 4,500, but the machine to fill them that we have just won’t keep up. It runs constantly and overheats. There is a danger of it catching fire.” White said the department had researched the

matter and found a new unit from Arctic Compressor for $29,210 after trading in their own unit, which is fully capable of filling air tanks with less pressure needs, such as scuba diving tanks. The new unit will also be able to fill tanks onscene at emergencies or accidents. The council approved the measure, and the

department will use funds from a previous fundraiser to pay for the machine. The council also approved the application of a USDA grant to buy a new squad car. The two squad cars damaged in a previously reported March 8 incident have been replaced. This grant will allow the Pittsfield Police Department to replace a car originally scheduled for replacement.

The council also heard a request for closure of an alley for an April 18 fundraiser at the Crossroads Center. No details were given as to which alley would need to be closed or the times and dates that would be needed. The council gave the mayor permission to grant the request when the information was made available. The second phase of the walking path at King Park

is underway. A fundraiser was held last summer to fund the project, which will hopefully extend around the entire park in the future. Trout Day was held earlier this month, but with little fanfare due to the COVID restrictions. There is hope that some fish could be brought in from the city lake to hold a midsummer youth fishing day later in the year.

Griggsville applying for USDA grant for snowplow By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press Following a public hearing Wednesday, April 7, Griggsville’s city council approved a motion to pursue a USDA Community Facilities Grant to purchase a new snowplow truck. The grant would provide $49,500 toward the purchase. The City of Griggsville would need to provide $12,000 in matching funds toward the truck. No negative public

comments regarding the grant or the purchase were reported during the public hearing. Also during the April 7 council meeting, Griggsville entered into an intergovernmental agreement with the county to maintain the four blocks of County Highway 2 east of the four-way stop sign at Quincy and Federal Streets. As a part of the agreement, Griggsville agreed to pay the county $4,456

to pave and seal the quarter mile stretch of roadway. Griggsville has expressed interest in seeking a possible jurisdictional transfer of portions of the road to make the county responsible for maintenance expenses incurred because of increased truck traffic on the county highway. Griggsville Mayor Kent Goewey requested that residents contact the city if there are trees on city-owned right-of-ways

that need to be trimmed or removed, because they pose a threat to safety or property. The city is in the process of compiling the list of trees to be removed. Residents should call the city hall at 217-833-5000 to make the city aware of trees needing to be cut down. The purchase of land surrounding Griggsville’s water plant was recently finalized. The purchase allows adequate buffer

fish,” Ruebush said. “There are still some six- and sevenpound walleye out there, but not as many as I’d like to see.” Aside from crappie, walleye and muskie, Ruebush said that other desirable species to fishermen at Lake Pittsfield include largemouth bass and channel catfish.

“Last year, we stocked 1,200 largemouth bass,” Ruebush said. “There are channel cats from 2017. Based on my fishing and surveys, it’s working. The lake is producing some nice catfish now.” Ruebush said that fishermen from around the Midwest recognize Lake Pitts-

field as a quality fishing spot, and the lake draws visitors to the area. “People drive from quite a ways,” Ruebush said. “There are tournaments at the lake. I know people drive from Springfield, Miss. Every time I’m fishing, it seems like I run into somebody that has driven pretty far.”

area between the city’s water tanks and the edge of the property. The purchase was made necessary by Environmental Protection Agency regulations. City Engineer Max Middendorf indicated that permits to bore under Griggsville’s railway and Quincy Street

had been submitted to the Illinois Department of Transportation, in order to continue work to replace the city’s aging water infrastructure. In addition, the council approved last month’s minutes, paying the city’s bills and the city treasurer’s report.

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(Continued from A1) According to Ruebush, the muskie is more of a sport fish – more sought as a trophy than for its meat. Walleye, Ruebush said, had been stocked in Lake Pittsfield in 2016 and 2020, and numbers of large walleye are limited. “There are some larger

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(Continued from A1) “They were married for almost 66 years,” Conkright said. “They are an inspiration.” According to Conkright, Sibley lives by himself north of Pittsfield, near the airport. “He lives totally independently,” Conkright said. “He drives and pays his own bills. He is amazing, absolutely amazing.” Conkright said that her father frequently visits and often works on woodworking projects. Sibley has been a member of the Church of Christ for 70 years, and attends the Barry Church of Christ with Conkright and her husband. The Pike County All War Museum’s Mornings at the Mess Hall events are held the first Friday of each month that the museum is open from 9-11 a.m. Veterans are welcome during the events to socialize and enjoy coffee and doughnuts.

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John S. Dunker John S. Dunker, 90 of Quincy, IL, formerly of Hull, IL went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 7:52 PM at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL, just a week after his 90th birthday. Graveside services and burial will be at 3:00 PM Thursday, April 15, 2021 at the Akers Chapel Cemetery in rural Hull, IL. Friends and Family are invited to John’s Life Celebration at a visitation that will be held from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Thursday at the James O’Donnell Funeral Home in Hannibal, MO. John was born on April 1, 1931 to Charles and Cora (Petty) Dunker in Mason City, IL. He married Ramona Eileen Kenady on September 19, 1950 in Hull, IL. She survives. Other survivors include: two sons,; Rick Dunker (Marti) and Brian Dunker; one daughter, Mona Dolbeare (Rusty); one son-in-law, Bob Gray; seven grandchildren: Jonathan Dolbeare (Heather), Abe Gray (Susie), Joshua Dolbeare, Elizabeth Mannhardt (Andreas), Abby Shumaker (Jon), Alex Dunker (Stephanie) and Rebecca Washington (Jason). A special blessing was John’s ten great grandchildren: Havanna and Belle; Isaac, David, and Abraham; Michelle and Abigail; Annie and Henry; and Lola Joy.

John is also survived by two sisters, June Lingwall (Bob) and Pat Likes; one sister-inlaw, Betty Dunker; and two brothers-in-law, Leon Kenady (Carol) and Lester Kenady. John is preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Kathryn Joy Gray and one infant granddaughter, Joyanna Marie Gray. Other family preceding John in death include five brothers: Todd (Pauline), Wilbur (Charlotte), Clyde (Helen), Dick (Delores) and Bill; five sisters: Pearl (Joe), Virginia (Herb), Ruby (Oral), Opal (Dode) and Garnette (Bill) and a brother-inlaw, Marvin Likes. John was a life-long farmer in Hull, IL with his family as they farmed the Mississippi River bottoms for years. In his retirement John worked at Martin’s True Value Hardware Store in Hannibal and a variety of custodial positions in the community, including caretaker at the Hull United Methodist

Julie D. Stickman Julie D. Stickman, 64, of Pittsfield, died on Friday, April 9, 2021 at her home in Pittsfield. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Niebur Funeral Home with interment to following at Pittsfield West Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service from

11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to be made to Shriners Hospital for Children or Val’s Pals. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh. com. Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield is handling the arrangements.

Beed Lewis Harris Beed Lewis Harris, 69, of Griggsville died Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL. All services will be held privately and cremation rites have been accorded. Memo-

rials are suggested to be made to Pike County Animal Shelter. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh.com. Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield is handling the arrangements.

William R. ‘Billy Bob’ Patterson William R. “Billy Bob” Patterson, 46, of Clayton, IL died on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at his father’s home in Clayton. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 16, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. There will be no visitation and interment

will be at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials are suggested to be made to the family c/o Niebur Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh. com. Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield is handling the arrangements.

Erma Grace Hill Erma Grace Hill, 93, of Pleasant Hill died Friday evening, April 9, 2021 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill conducted by Pastor Darin Workman. Burial followed at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill.

Visitation was held Monday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Crescent Heights Cemetery Association, the Pleasant Hill Fire Department or the Pleasant Hill Senior Citizens Center. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.

Jean ‘Frances’ Lind Church for many years. A giving soul, John was always willing to help others. A talented handyman, John was known as his family’s “Mr. Fix-it”, working on anything around the home. A talented artist and photographer, John took many family photos over the years and enjoyed sharing his treasured photos on his slides, usually ending his presentations with his signature sunset photographs. In his younger years, John took pleasure in woodworking projects, crafting furniture and other keepsakes for his family. Writing poetry and music were past times that John loved, often writing poems and songs about his faith or his family. John also played the harmonica and the French harp. Most of all John cherished his family. He especially enjoyed the times they shared together. John was a devout Christian and a longtime member of the Hull United Methodist Church. Honorary pallbearers will be Jonathan Dolbeare, Abe Gray, Joshua Dolbeare, Andreas Mannhardt, Jon Shumaker, Alex Dunker and Jason Washington. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hull United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made and video tribute may be viewed at www.JamesODonnellFuneralHome.com

Roger N. Frazier Roger N. Frazier, 83, of Pittsfield died on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL. There will be a Mass of Resurrection held on Friday, April 16, 2021 at 10:00 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Pittsfield with interment following at Calvary Cemetery in Pittsfield, IL. Prayer service will be held on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 4:00 PM at Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield with visitation from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Please respect all social distancing guidelines. Memorials are suggested to be made to Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh. com. Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield is handling the arrangements.

Russell Booth Russell Booth, 83, of Pearl died on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL. Funeral services are to be held on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 12:00 PM at Green Pond Christian Church in Pearl, IL with interment following at Green Pond Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Green Pond Christian Church. Memorials are suggested to be made to Mounted Angels. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh. com. Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield is handling the arrangements.

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AND OTHER AREA NEWS Spaghetti dinner this Sunday at Crossroads; support the MVCSC This coming Sunday, April 18, will be Mississippi Valley Christian Service Camp’s spaghetti dinner carry-out fundraiser at the Crossroad Center in Pittsfield from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The gospel group Anticipation will be at the Griggsville Church of the Nazarene Saturday, April 24, at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. Birthdays and anniversaries: April 14: Wyatt Bradshaw, April 15: Chris Miller, Edith Steininger, April 16: Janet Predmore, April 17: Betty Rush, Roger Straus, April 18: Larry Anderson, April 19: Kathy Dunbar, April 20: Marni Bradshaw. Prayer Requests: Miracles for our world to turn back to God, Healing answers for cancer and the coronavirus, Anne Hopkins, Bonnie Prudoehl, Brian Bradshaw, Cheryl and Chuck Rheynard, Carl Blacketer, Dave Jones from Stockton, Missouri, Dianna Ruble, Debbie Harshman, Erma Garner, George Whitlock Jr., Greg Ketterman, Ginger Whitlock, Helen Mays, Jenny

Fox, Jerry Gully, Josh Bennett, Judy Dockhorn, Justin Blacketer, Larry and Nancy Ward family, Leonard and Sharon Dice, Lois Thomas, Nic Carter, Pastor Gary Dice, Roger Straus and Roger Bonnett. Deepest sympathy to Gene Stickman and friends and family over the passing of his wife Julie. She will be sorely missed. But now, O Lord, thou art our father; we are the clay, and thou our potter, and we all are the work of thy hand. Isaiah 64:8 Tuesday, March 30, Alice Noreen Smith made her appearance weighing in at 8 lbs. She is the daughter of Paige and Henry Smith of Lexington, Ky., and is the little sister of Isaac who is 2. Maternal grandparents are Nancy and Tim Halpin, and maternal great-grandmother is Sue Gleckler. Emily and Jordan Wright recently have moved to Pike County. Emily is the daughter of Cheri and Gene Myers. Jordan has been honorably discharged from the Army. They moved from New Llano, La., near Fort Polk Military Base. Welcome to

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Jean “Frances” Lind, 79, of Pittsfield and formerly of Jacksonville died Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at her residence. She was born on February 11, 1942 in Elizabethtown, IL, the daughter of James and Imogene Belt Willis. Frances married Robert Lind and he preceded her in death. Surviving are two sons, David (Deborah) Lind of Concord and Larry (Tammy) Lind of Pittsfield; three grandchildren, Ashley (Bruce) Wilkinson, Bryce Lind, and Erin Lind (fiancé, Kaleb Brogdon); two great grandchildren, Rylee Lind and Hadley Wilkinson; four siblings, Tanya Tobin of Lawrenceville, GA, John Tobin of Springfield, Robert Tobin of Taylorville and Patty (Marty) Hamilton of Duluth, GA; and a sister-in-law, Julie Tobin in

Jacksonville. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Vincent “Toby” Tobin II. Frances was a member of the Jacksonville Deaf Bible Church. She enjoyed going to church and doing crafts. More than anything she loved spending time with her family and friends. A funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April

9, 2021 at Williamson Funeral Home in Jacksonville with burial at Diamond Grove Cemetery. The family met friends from noon until 2:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Jacksonville Deaf Bible Church or Jacksonville Community Center for the Deaf. Condolences may be left online at www.AirsmanHires.com.

Ronald ‘Ronnie’ D. Johnson Ronald “Ronnie” D. Johnson of Brandon, FL left this world on April 1, 2021. Born in Hannibal, MO on February 27, 1942 and raised in Baylis, IL. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Joyce “Joy” E. Johnson; Father, Omar Johnson; Mother, Frances Joy; Stepmother, Eliza Johnson; Stepfather, John Joy; his brother, Bill McNulty and sister, Mary Gray. He is survived by his three daughters, Tandy Fritcher (Mike), Kristi King (Melinda) and Kim Stubbs (Ray); grandchildren, Ashlee King, Matt Fritcher (Jordan), Cassidy Stubbs (Brittany) and US Army SPC Colton Stubbs; great grandchildren, Alivia King-Shuler, Kristopher and Matthew Lys (Brian Lys); brothers, Chuck and John Johnson; sister, Kay Reddick

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(Jim), as well as numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Ronnie served with distinction in the US Air Force from 4 August 1961 to 3 August 1965 serving as a jet engine mechanic/tech on C130’s serving with the 313th Field Maintenance Squadron. He also attended the University of Illinois. After serving in

the US Air Force and attending college he met and married Joy Johnson then moved to North Carolina where he worked as a Chemical Engineer. They later returned to FL where he gained employment for Tampa Electric where he retired after 30yrs of service. He was an avid fisherman, loved his Nascar races and his Tori dog but most importantly he loved his family. He has missed his loving wife dearly and the family takes peace in knowing that they are now together. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Dementia Society of America or the ASPCA. Services were held Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Southern Funeral Care, Riverview, FL. Please sign guestbook at SouthernFuneralCare. com.

Local Church Listings Calvary Baptist Church 180 S. Franklin St., PO Box 160 Pittsﬁeld, IL 62363 calvarypittsﬁeld@gmail.com

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PICKINGS FROM PIKE’S PAST 75 YEARS AGO: PITTSFIELD REJECTS DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME Saturday night, ending rumors that he wasn’t alive. Elvis (Randy Hires) greeted visitors as they stood in line for the wide array of food. Jill Van Dyne, daughter of James and Sharon Van Dyne, UHFHLYHG WKH ¿UVW DQQXDO Pike Press scholarship at the All-County Scholar’s Banquet April 10 at Orr Hall. The speaker was Ed Hightower, educator and NCAA referee. 50 Years Ago *DVROLQH SULFHV LQ ,OOLQRLV April 21, 1971 A new Sandy’s drive-in outside of Cook County have restaurant will be opened this increased to $1.24 per gallon, summer at the west end of the highest since last summer. The Saukee baseball team Washington Street near Grove, close to the former Finson and is 8-6 so far this season, hav125 Years Ago ing lost to AA powers Quincy Adams garage. April 15, 1896 Dudley Williams, Gerald High, Jerseyville and Macomb, Friday the thermometer Dimmitt, Luther Roberts, and and also to Carrollton, Beardstood at 78, and Saturday at George E. McGann were elect- stown and QND. 82, and Sunday would have Faith Rahe is the recipient HG DOGHUPDQ LQ 3LWWV¿HOG been about as hot but for a 75 Years Ago Clifford H. Bergman was re- of the second annual Pike Co. lively breeze. Peach trees April 17, 1946 HOHFWHG WR D ¿IWK WHUP DV 0D\RU Education Association scholare bursting into bloom, and 3LWWV¿HOG YRWHUV WXUQHG GRZQ of Perry, thereby equaling the arship. She is the daughter of the blue grass is growing daylight saving time by a vote record of Mayor Daley of Chi- 'HEELH :ULJKW RI 3LWWV¿HOG DQG with wonderful rapidity. of 298 to 250. Macomb and cago. Jim Rahe of Jacksonville. The Milton M.E. Church Moline have rejected it as well. 7KH FLW\ RI 3LWWV¿HOG KDV EHHQ annual wood chopping took Some cities have endorsed the invited to give consideration to 10 Years Ago place last Thursday. There proposition, and now wonder participation with the county April 20, 2011 were 25 men present, and just what a time mix up they in joint, new jail facilities, now With gasoline prices up to they were rewarded for their have gotten themselves into, being considered by the county. SHU JDOORQ LQ 3LWWV¿HOG labors by a dainty lunch. A bucking standard time, which David Engleman, a salesman schools, businesses and the city good time, and enough wood is the lawful time in the state. for Kamar Construction Corp. itself are looking at ways to re7KH ¿UVW FDUORDG RI WUDFWRUV WR recently won an agricultural duce gasoline usage. cut for two winters was the a single dealer in Pike County engineering award at an event result of the day’s work. The Western High School Quite a number of Nebo since 1942 arrived at the Bagby DW :HVWHUQ ,OOLQRLV 8QLYHUVLW\ prom King and Queen were citizens took advantage of ,PSOHPHQW &RPSDQ\ 0RQGD\ The Pleasant Hill Devel- Gage Brown and Kaylee Peile. the excursion rate to St. Lou- The Allis Chalmers tractors are opment Association recently 7KH 3LWWV¿HOG +LJK SURP on display at the dealership be- raised funds in a membership King and Queen were Brayden is. Round trip was only $1. What appears to be an tween the Pike County Jail and campaign. Pictured are Delmar Cox, son of Kent and Wendy aerolite (small meteorite) St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Vaughn and J. L. Laugharn of &R[ DQG 0HJDQ 0RI¿W GDXJKmeasuring some 35 inches in 7KH RI¿FH LV WKH ROG %UXQVZLFN the association, and Dr. G. W, WHU RI &XUW DQG 0LVV\ 0RI¿W circumference, and weighing Mill building. Compiled by Michael Boren, Kennedy and C. W. Losch of Miss Dale Atwood and the Citizens State Bank. 95 pounds is now one of the president of the Pike County FXULRVLWLHV LQ 'U 'XI¿HOG¶V George Webel were married Historical Society RI¿FH ,W ZDV IRXQG RQ D at 3 o’clock Sunday afternoon 25 Years Ago gravelly bank on a farm six in a very pretty wedding at the Q Compiled by Michael April 17, 1996 PLOHV ZHVW RI 3LWWV¿HOG E\ 3LWWV¿HOG &KULVWLDQ &KXUFK The Griggsville-Perry PTA Boren, president of the Pike Durrell Chamberlain arrived smorgasbord had special guest County Historical Society some children. 150 Years Ago April 20, 1871 Yesterday, for almost the entire day, was marked by the recurrence of those high and constant winds that have been so prevalent this spring. Hear ye, hear ye! The Pike County Horticultural Society will hold its next meeting the 27th. We are authorized to announce that premiums of $3, $2, and $1 will be paid respectively for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd best bouquets. Members are expected to bring their wives and daughters.

100 years Ago April 20, 1921 Snow and freezing temperature were reported in New Hartford and other places April 16. Fred Sitton of Pleasant Hill was elected chairman of the Pike County Board of Supervisors. He was the only candidate and was elected unanimously. Frank Main, popular west side jeweler, was chosen as SUHVLGHQW RI WKH 3LWWV¿HOG /LRQV Club. T. E. Smith, Russell Cary and Carroll Bush are the new directors. County Treasurer, Merle S. Barber and Miss Velma LoveOHVV D 3LWWV¿HOG JLUO QRZ LQ KHU third year at Eureka College, were married in Bloomington last Saturday evening.

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Arrests Pearce Chaplin, 21, Barry, was arrested April 6 at 2:30 p.m. on a pay or appear warrant. He was released April 6 at 3:17 p.m. Jaime Draper, 51, East Moline, was arrested April 7 at 2:29 p.m. on a contempt of court charge. She remains lodged. Vanessa N. Zavalaa, 41, Griggsville, was arrested April 6 at 4:18 p.m. on a failure to appear warrant. She was released April 6 at 4:27 p.m. Jeffrey L. Anderson, 35, Hannibal, Mo., was arrested April 6 at 9:54 a.m. on two failure to appear warrants. He was released April 6 at 9:59 a.m. Shawn Callihan, 42, Naples, was arrested April 5 at 12:42 a.m. on a petition for revoca-

tion of conditional discharge and failure to appear at a pay or appear. He was released April 5 at 5:42 p.m. Brandy M. Hagaman, 38, New Canton, was arrested April 6 at 8:47 p.m. on two failure to appear warrants, a petition to revoke probation and two body attachments. She was released April 6 at 8:59 p.m. Patrick S. Silman, 37, New Canton, was arrested April 8 at 11:57 a.m. on two Pike County warrants alleging failure to appear. He was released April 8 at 11:59 a.m. Daniel S. Baldwin, 40, Pittsfield, was arrested April 9 at 1:37 p.m. on a failure to appear warrant. He was released April 8 at 2:01 p.m. Stephanie C. Little, 35,

Pittsfield, was arrested April 5 at 7:14 on a petition for revocation. She remains lodged. Donald J. Little, 37, Pittsfield, was arrested April 5 at 9:01 p.m. on a petition for revocation and a failure to appear warrant. He remains lodged. Jeremy R. Carnes, 34, Pittsfield, was arrested April 6 at 1:02 a.m. on a charge of aggravated driving under the influence. He was released April 7 at 1:59 p.m. Jordan M. Wallace, 29, Pittsfield, was arrested April 6 at 12:33 p.m. on two failure to appear warrants and a charge of resisting a police officer. He remains lodged. Hannah C. English Gallagher, 21, Pittsfield, was arrested April 10 at 4:16 a.m. on a war-

rant alleging failure to appear. She was released April 10 at 4:16 a.m. Darryl Wayne Bequette, 33, Pleasant Hill, was arrested April 5 at 10:58 on a warrant alleging failure to appear. He remains lodged. Stephanie Fulmer, 32, Pleasant Hill was arrested April 8 at 2:55 p.m. on a charge of failure to appear.She was released April 8 at 5:04 p.m. Lloyd I. Hare, 52, Pleasant Hill, was arrested April 9 at 7:19 p.m. on a charge of failure to appear. He was released April 9 at 7:28 p.m. Bon J. Buffington, 28, Pleasant Hill, was arrested April 10 at 8:26 p.m. on a charge of domestic battery with physical contact. Kimberly R. Spann, 44,

Lambert Airport police Dispositions arrest graffiti bandit The Pike County Sheriff ’s Department, Pleasant Hill Police Department and Pittsfield Police Department responded to several reports of graffiti spray painted on businesses throughout Pleasant Hill and Pittsfield, March 25. Subsequent to an investigation, it was discovered there were similar crimes throughout Calhoun County. Later that day, William A. Friedel, 64, of Hamburg, was arrested at Lambert Airport in St. Louis, Mo., on a Calhoun County felony arrest warrant. Friedel was extradited back to Illinois and lodged in the Pike County Jail.

WILLIAM A. FRIEDEL Friedel faces five counts of criminal defacement of property in Pike County. The incident is still under investigation and additional charges are pending.

HELP WANTED PACT Head Start is seeking Substitutes for the positions of Teacher, Teacher’s Aide, and Cook for the Pittsﬁeld Center. Must be able to meet DCFS requirements. If you’d like to apply, e-mail Elizabeth Adler at eadler@pactheadstart.com or call 217-285-2234 and leave a message for Elizabeth. EOE

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HELP WANTED PACT is seeking a full-time Early Head Start Teacher for the Pittsﬁeld Center. Requires infant/toddler CDA or comparable credential. Associate or higher degree in early childhood education preferred. Starting pay is $14.85 per hour with extra pay for college degree. Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal leave, and other beneﬁts, including affordable health insurance. Mail, FAX, or E-mail letter of interest, resume, and transcripts to Sheila Vose, PACT Personnel Manager, P.O. Box 231, Mt. Sterling, IL 62353. FAX: 217-773-3906. Email: svose@pactheadstart.com. EOE

PIKE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY We have an affordable, safe and clean apartment for you! PCHA is now accepting applications for its apartments in: >ÀÀÞÊUÊ >Þ ÃÊUÊ À }}ÃÛ iÊUÊ iÜÊ > Ì Ê *iÀÀÞÊUÊ* ÌÌÃwi `ÊUÊ* i>Ã> ÌÊ with immediate openings in some locations! PCHA provides most utilities, trash removal, yard care, maintenance, snow removal, pest control and transportation via Wst Central Mass Transit. All PCHA apartmens have a $300 security deposit and no charge for pets! T Ê>«« ÞÊ ÀÊ}iÌÊ ÀiÊ v À >Ì ]Ê« i>ÃiÊV> ÊÕÃÊ>ÌÊ Ó£Ç {äÇ äÇäÇÊ ÀÊÃiiÊÕÃÊ ÊÌ iÊÜiLÊ>ÌÊ ÜÜÜ°« i ÕÃ }°V ÊÕ `iÀÊÌ iÊ>«« V> ÌÊÃiVÌ ° PCHA is an equal housing provider and equal opportunity employer.

Traffic: Eric F. Morey, 10/8/1994, Pittsfield, $164; Clarence Noble, 4/6/1956, Pittsfield, $164; Teresa L. Pruett, 2/15/1972, Chambersburg, $333, Miscellaneous: Jeffrey Hammitt, overweight on axle, $590; Eric Morey, 10/8/1994 Pittsfield, no valid registration, $164; Teresa L. Pruett, 2/15/72, Chambersburg, illegal transportation of alcohol by a driver, $353; Robert E. Willbanks, 2/9/1969, Griggsville, improper lane usage, $353. Misdemeanors: Thomas D. Lewis, 3/2/1969, Baylis, $939, 24 months supervision; Diane

Quincy, was arrested April 9 at 4:13 p.m. on two failure to appear warrants. She remains lodged. David A Robbins, 27, Quincy, was arrested April 10 at 3:45 p.m. on two Adams County warrants. Timothy D. Shanks, 39, Rockbridge, was arrested April 6 at 7:33 p.m. on a possession of methamphetamine PUBLIC NOTICE The Martinsburg Township will be coordinating the application of calcium chloride to gravel roads for dust control in front of resident’s homes in Martinsburg Township. Cost is $175 per 300 feet of frontage. For more information, contact Dana Ferguson at 217-491-2847. Deadline is May 15th, 2021. 4.14

L. Little, 6/19/1961, Pittsfield, resist a peace officer and disorderly conduct, $1,239, 24 months conditional discharge, four days in jail; Timothy Shanks, 3/21/1982, Pittsfield, revocation of probation on a 2016 domestic battery charge, $2,422, 364 days in jail, credit for 82 days served. Felonies: Gary H. Smith, 11/01/1972, Kinderhook, aggravated criminal sexual assault with a victim under 18 and a family member, 3 years, 4 months in the Illinois Department of Corrections with credit for 354 days served, $2,464.

VILLAGE OF NEBO RESOLUTION 2021-04-01 WHEREAS, the Village of Nebo be the owner, in fee simple, of certain real estate as set out in the Addendum attached hereto, and WHEREAS, the Village of Nebo has found that it no longer has need of or use for said real estate; and :+(5($6 WKH FRUSRUDWH RI¿FHUV RI WKH 9LOODJH RI 1HER KDYH UHFHLYHG DQ RIIHU IRU WKH SXUFKDVH RI VDLG UHDO HVWDWH IURP :LOliam Ridenbark and Kim Ridenbark, of Nebo, Illinois for the sum of ZKLFK RIIHU EH DW OHDVW SHUFHQW RI IDLU PDUNHW YDOXH of said real estate as determined by a professional real estate appraisal; and :+(5($6 WKH VDOH RI VDLG UHDO HVWDWH ZRXOG EHQH¿W DQG EH LQ the best interests of the Village of Nebo. 12: 7+(5()25( EH LW UHVROYHG E\ WKH %RDUG RI 7UXVWHHV RI the Village of Nebo as follows: 7KH 3UHVLGHQW DQG WKH %RDUG RI 7UXVWHHV DQG VXFK YLOODJH RI¿FLDOV DV PD\ EH DXWKRUL]HG E\ VDLG 3UHVLGHQW DUH KHUHE\ DXWKRUL]HG DQG HPSRZHUHG WR FRQYH\ WR :LOOLDP 5LGHQEDUN DQG .LP Ridenbark, of Nebo, Illinois, for the sum of $1,000.00, that real estate set forth in the Addendum attached hereto, and be further DXWKRUL]HG WR H[HFXWH DQ\ LQVWUXPHQWV QHFHVVDU\ WR HIIHFWXDWH WKH sale of said real estate. $GRSWHG DW D UHJXODU PHHWLQJ RI WKH 3UHVLGHQW DQG %RDUG RI Trustees of the Village of Nebo on April 8th, 2021, by the following YRWH Yes: 5. No: 0. Abstain N/A. /s/ Thomas Williams 3UHVLGHQW %RDUG RI 7UXVWHHV Village of Nebo ATTEST: /s/ Aaron Forbis (Seal) Village Clerk ADDENDUM /RWV 1XPEHU DQG LQ %ORFN 6HFRQG $GGLWLRQ WR WKH 9LOODJH of Nebo, also known as Nebo by Windmiller 1881, in the Village of Nebo, Pike County, Illinois. 4.14

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Ameren Illinois (or Company) hereby gives notice to the public that on March LW ¿OHG ZLWK WKH ,OOLnois Commerce Commission evidence (direct testimony) regarding the reconciliation of revenues collected from its electric customers under the Company’s Electric Environmental Adjustment (Rider (($ ZLWK FRVWV LQFXUUHG LQ FRQQHFWLRQ ZLWK FHUWDLQ HQYLronmental remediation activiWLHV DVVRFLDWHG ZLWK LWV PDQXfactured gas plant sites in Illinois from January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Rider EEA is applicable to Rate Zones I and III only (formerly the AmerenCIPS and AmerenIP services territories, respectively). This reconciliation may result in changes to the Company’s rates and FKDUJHV ZLWK UHVSHFW WR HOHFtric delivery services throughout the Company’s territories in Illinois. The changes in UDWHV DQG FKDUJHV ZLOO WDNH effect after hearings and after WKH &RPPLVVLRQ LVVXHV LWV ¿nal Order. 7KH &RPPLVVLRQ GRFNHWHG WKHVH ¿OLQJV DV 'RFNHW Nos. 21-0048 (RZ I) and 210050 (RZ III). A copy of the evidence may be inspected DW WKH $PHUHQ ,OOLQRLV RI¿FHV located at 300 Liberty Street, Peoria, Illinois or online at ZZZ LFF LOOLQRLV JRY H GRFNet/. All parties interested in this matter may obtain information ZLWK UHVSHFW WKHUHWR HLWKHU GLrectly from Ameren Illinois or by addressing the Chief &OHUN RI WKH ,OOLQRLV &RPmerce Commission, 527 East &DSLWRO $YHQXH 6SULQJ¿HOG Illinois 62706.

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PUBLIC NOTICE - NOTICE OF FILING NORTHERN ILLINOIS GAS COMPANY d/b/a Nicor Gas Company hereby gives notice to the public that it has filed with the Illinois Commerce Commission on March 31, 2021, testimony and exhibits in Docket No. 21-0052 setting forth a reconciliation of the Company’s Environmental revenues and incurred costs for 2020. Further information with respect thereto may be obtained either directly from this Company or by addressing the Chief Clerk of the Illinois Commerce Commission at Springfield, Illinois 62701. Northern Illinois Gas Company d/b/a Nicor Gas Company John O. Hudson III, President & CEO, Nicor Gas Environmental Notice: ENV 4.7, 4.14

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Public Hearing In accordance with Section 17-20 of the Property Tax Code (35 ILCS 200/17-20), notice is hereby given that a public hearing will EH KHOG DW $ 0 7XHVGD\ 0D\ LQ WKH 2I¿FHV RI WKH 'HSDUWPHQW RI 5HYHQXH :HVW -HIIHUVRQ 6WUHHW 6SULQJ¿HOG Illinois, for the purpose of taking evidence which may be pertinent to the Department’s estimate of the percent to be added to or deducted from the aggregate assessment of locally assessed property in Pike County for the assessment year 2020. This hearing is required by the Property Tax Code. Based on the comparison of assessed valuations, the analysis of property transfers, and other available information, the estimated percentage to be applied to the aggregate assessment of locally assessed property other than property assessed under Sections 10-110 through 10-140 and 10-170 through 10-200 of the Property Tax Code (35 ILCS 200/10-110 through 10-140 and 10-170 through 10-200) is 0.00%. Accordingly, the tentative equalization factor is 1.0000. This meeting will be accessible to handicapped individuals in compliance with Executive Order #5 and pertinent state and fedHUDO ODZV XSRQ QRWL¿FDWLRQ RI DQWLFLSDWHG DWWHQGDQFH +DQGLFDSSHG persons planning to attend and needing special accommodations VKRXOG FRQWDFW &KDUOHV +XOHWW HLWKHU E\ WHOHSKRQH email at charles.a.hulett@illinois.gov or letter (Department of Revenue, Property Tax Division MC- 3-450, 101 West Jefferson Street, 3 2 %R[ 6SULQJ¿HOG ,OOLQRLV E\ 7XHVGD\ April 27, 2021, to inform of their anticipated attendance. 'DYLG +DUULV Director of Revenue 4.14

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Katie Cox, a junior at Pittsfield High School and a member of the Pittsfield-Griggsville-Perry co-op, has been named to the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Class 2A All-State Team. Cox is the daughter of Jeff and Amy Cox of Pittsfield.

SCORE BOARD Volleyball April 6 Pittsfield (6-1) defeats Liberty, 25-19, 25-16 Chloe Lemons, 13 digs; Raegan Smithers, nine service points with three aces; Katie Cox, seven kills. April 7 Pittsfield falls to Brown County, 20-25, 16-25. April 8 Griggsville loses to Greenfield, 2-25, 11-25. Sophie Bennett, six assists, one dig, two points; Sydney Brown, two digs, one kill, one point; Renae Martin, four digs; Kaylee Spencer, four digs; Ashley Waters, five kills, one block, two digs.

Football April 9 Pittsfield 39, New Berlin, 36 J.J. Petty kicked the game-winning field goal with three seconds left in the game. Passing: Weston McAllister, 14/24 for 159 yards, two touchdowns. Rushing: Gauge Gratton, 21 carries for 168 yards, one touchdown; Colton Story, nine carries, 37 yards; Julius Jackson, one two-point conversion. Receiving: Bobby Stout, seven receptions, 68 yards, one touchdown; J.J. Petty, two carries, 52 yards; Mason Pherigo, three carries, 35 yards; Joel Clements, two carries, four yards, one touchdown.

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PLEASANT HILL HOMECOMING 2021 The 2021 Pleasant Hill High School Homecoming King and Queen are Dylan Richards and Chloe Orr. Chloe is the daughter of Zack and Kylee Orr of Pleasant Hill and Ryan and Kelly Crane of Bowling Green, Mo. Dylan is the son of David and Rose Richards of Pleasant Hill. Also crowned was the senior flower girl, Braylee Anderson, daughter of Marty and Heather Anderson of Pleasant Hill.

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Homecoming produces a beautiful court Here it the middle of another month, time and warmth, and of course this good ol’ treasure called rain is sure bringing out the beauty of the season. Hoping we might see a few morels popping up real soon. Pleasant Hill Elementary is having a pre-K screening April 20-21 from 9 a.m.3 p.m. If your child is 30 months or older you may call to set up an appointment at 734-2311. Congratulations to Chloe Orr, as she is our new PHHS Homecoming Queen. Also Dylan Richards, Mr. King and Braylee Anderson, the

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4x4

#76945 MSRP $52,855

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2021 Ram 1500 Crew Cab New

$48,605

$4250 Rebate or Choose 0% For 72 Months or 0.9% for 84 months

4x4

#76952 MSRP $60,680

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$57,930

#76948 MSRP $43,320

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$40,820

$2750 Rebate or Choose 0% For 72 Months or 0.9% for 84 months

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo New

2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus New

$2500 Rebate

2021 Jeep Wrangler Sport New Hardtop

#76913 MSRP $37,960

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$34,710

#76904 MSRP $30,760

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JACKSONVILLE PRICE

$41,520

$3750 Rebate or Choose 0% For 84 months

2020 Dodge Journey SE Black Top New

2020 Chrysler Voyager L

2020 Chrysler Voyager LX New

New

#76855 MSRP $27,705

JACKSONVILLE PRICE

$27,010

#76912 MSRP $41,520

$23,955

#76759 MSRP $29,420

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$27,670

#76870 MSRP $31,290

JACKSONVILLE PRICE

$1750 Rebate or Choose 0% for 72 Months

$29,540

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217-243-3371

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800-851-6039

Chad Tullis

Monte Keltner

Justin Degroot

Corbin Tullis

Tom Pranger

Greg Kelly

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$22,995

2017 CHEVROLET EQUINOX #11939A PREMIER LEATHER LOADED

2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA TOURING L PLUS

2017 CHRYSLER 300

#76961A LEATHER DVD CHRYSLER CERTIFIED

#11981 LEATHER LOADED CHRYSLER CERTIFIED

$18,995

$23,995

2018 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED

2019 CHRYSLER 300 TOURING L

2019 FORD FIESTA

2019 JEEP CHEROKEE OVERLAND

#11985 GOLDEN EAGLE CHRYSLER CERTIFIED

#11933 8,000 MILES LOADED UP CHRYSLER CERTIFIED

#76949A SE HATCHBACK

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$39,995

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2019 JEEP RENEGADE LIMITED

2019 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE

2019 JEEP COMPASS LIMITED

2020 DODGE JOURNEY

#11991 4X4 LEATHER SUNROOF CHRYSLER CERTIFIED

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$24,995

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2020 JEEP GLADIATOR OVERLAND

2020 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED

2020 JEEP RENEGADE

2020 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED

#76882A LOCAL TRADE LEATHER LOADED CHRYSLER CERTIFIED

#11982 SPORT CHRYSLER CERTIFIED

#11974 DEALER DEMO

#11962 4X4 LUXURY GROUP II CHRYSLER CERTIFIED

$44,995

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$23,995

$38,995

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

217-243-3371

217-243-3333

800-851-6039

Chad Tullis

Monte Keltner

Justin Degroot

Corbin Tullis

Tom Pranger

Greg Kelly

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