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And they’re off; spring planting underway By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press

ith warm, dry weather entering the region, farmers throughout Pike County have been out in the fields in force. Jeremy and Jason Thomas, based south of Pittsfield are no different, getting their bean crop in the ground by Monday afternoon, before turning to corn. “We’ve been planting beans for three days,” Jason Thomas said Monday. “We’re switching to corn today.” Soil conditions and the cooperative weather over the weekend and at the beginning of this week, Thomas said, has helped the farm make quick work of planting this spring. “The weather is good,” Thomas said. “Everything is dry and working really nice.” Thomas went on to say that he and other farmers were trying to beat forecasted rainfall Wednesday. According to Thomas, the farm would have planting completed within about a three-week window. Fall weather, Thomas said, also had a hand in making quick work of spring planting – allowing for fertilizer applications at the end of last year, rather than delaying planting this spring. “Most everybody is wrapping up with anhydrous,” Thomas said. “It was such a good fall, a lot of people got it in last fall.” While Thomas said that farmers are experiencing high prices for beans and corn, he said that the longer term impacts

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Taking advantage of warm, dry conditions, Jeremy Thomas makes a turn while planting beans Monday, April 5 at Thomas Farms. The farm completed planting beans Monday and began planting its corn crop.

of the high prices could negatively affect farmers, because the costs of seed, fertilizer and herbicides were climbing as quickly as commodity prices. “All of our input prices are going up to match grain prices,” Thomas said. “I think we’ll see inflation on everything.” Thomas predicts, while the price paid to farmers will fall with future fluctuations in the market, input costs are likely to remain higher. “I’m concerned when prices go down on crops, input prices will be slower to go down,” Thomas said. While Thomas sounded optimistic about this spring and the growing season, he expressed a concern in the longterm. “We’ve had a good start to the spring season,” Thomas said. “Prices haven’t been this high in quite some time. Exports are up. China is buying more.” Thomas indicated that with market peaks, come valleys. “I think we’d be better off with a more steady market at a lower price,” Thomas said.

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Joseph Thomas fills tanks with herbicide to be sprayed over newly planted beans at Thomas Farms south of Pittsfield Monday, April 5. According to Jason Thomas, the family had been planting beans for three days before switching to corn on Monday.

PHS bass fishing team prepares for inaugural season By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press Pittsfield High School’s first ever IHSA bass fishing tournament will be hosted by Rochester High School at Lake Springfield this Saturday, April 10. According to PHS bass fishing coach Greg Bonnett, for several members of the PHS bass fishing team, the April 10 competition will be their first time being involved in a large, all-day fishing tournament, so Bonnett wanted to prepare them.

“Outside of my son, who plays golf, none of the others are involved in any other sports. This gives them an opportunity to play in a team set up.”

Greg Bonnett PHS bass fishing coach “We have five freshmen and one junior,” Bonnett said. “It’s a mixed bag of experience levels. For some, this is their first time bass fishing.” To help prepare the team, Bonnett, along with fellow PHS coaches Allen Motley and Tom Cawthon, organized a fishing tournament for the six-member team at Lake Pittsfield Saturday, April 3. The coaches, Bonnet said, tried to reflect the format of the IHSA tournaments in which the team would be competing. “We split them into two-person teams per boat,” Bonnett said. “We weighed the fish. All the fish had to be a certain length. We kept it in the tournament format.” Bonnett said that the tournaments

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Pittsfield fifth grader Lukas Kimber, third grader Isaak Kimber, sixth grader Liam Kendall and seventh grader Jonas Anderson took advantage of their day off Monday, April 5 by fishing for trout at the King Park Lagoon.

would be a higher stress environment than many on the team are accustomed to. “We wanted to show them what’s involved – what these bigger tournaments are going to look like,” Bonnett said. “We wanted them to experience the longer times. We were out from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.” Bonnett also wants members of the general public to understand the demanding nature of competitive fishing. “I think a lot of people don’t understand what we’re doing,” Bonnett said. “We’re out all day on boats competing against other schools.” Coaching bass fishing is also a big

commitment, IDNR District Fisheries Biologist Blake Ruebush said. “It’s a lot,” Ruebush said. “Each coach has to have a boat and commit a lot of time.” Finding coaches with the time to commit has been a challenge according to Bonnett. “One of the biggest challenges is that we’re all volunteers,” Bonnett said. “For each tournament, each coach dedicates at least 12 hours out of town on a Saturday. It’s a lot to ask of somebody.” Leading up to the tournament this past Saturday, the team has been learning about a variety of fishing-related topics in the classroom. (See, FISHING, A2)

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The bunny mobile was one of many cute entries in Saturday’s Easter Parade in Pittsfield. The bunny was driven by Lisa Hobbs, assisted by her husband, Michael Hobbs, and their children, Jase, Macy and Joel.

No new COVID-19 cases in a week; no active cases By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press The Pike County Health Department (PCHD) stated in a release Monday, April 5, that the department had not been notified of any new COVID-19 cases in Pike County since at least Monday, March 29. According to PCHD, there are no active COVID-19 cases in the county and no hospitalizations from the disease. Since the beginning of the pandemic, PCHD reports that a total of 1,717 lab-confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 have been reported to PCHD. A probable case is defined as a direct household contact of a lab-confirmed positive case, who exhibits the same symptoms as the lab-confirmed case. In addition, 47 Pike County residents have died from COVID19. PCHD encourages all eligible residents to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and encourages all residents to continue to follow Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) recommendations and guidance regarding social distancing and mask wearing, in order to eliminate the disease. PCHD Sharon Bargmann reports that Pike County residents may register for a vaccination through a new PCHD web portal. “You can go to the website,” Bargmann said. “It’s live now.” To register online for an upcoming clinic, residents are directed to visit www.pikecountyil.org and click on the red banner at the top of the page. Telephone appointments, Bargmann said, can still be made with the health department. “We know there are a lot of older people and people without internet access,” Bargmann said. Individuals who wish to make a vaccination appointment should call PCHD at 217-285-4407 and select option eight. Callers must leave a message with their name, date of birth and phone number. Those leaving messages will be called to set up an appointment when vaccine becomes available. Residents may also receive the vaccine from 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 www.adamscountytogether. com/vaccinate to schedule your vaccination.

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Barry council approves Downtown Interior Rehabilitation Grant Program By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press At the Monday, April 5, meeting of the Barry city council, the council members voted to create a Downtown Interior Rehabilitation Grant Program to assist property- and business-owners with renovating the interiors of structures lying within Barry’s downtown TIF District. Barry Mayor Shawn Rennecker indicated that initially, a total of $25,000 would be made available by the city for the new grant program. The funds could be used by recipients of the grant to purchase materials needed for interior rehab projects. Recipients would be responsible for the labor involved in the projects – whether they completed the work themselves or contracted the work. TIF Committee Chairperson Marynel Corton also reported to the full council that the committee, during its March 22 meeting, had discussed the possibility of using

TIF funds to hire an individual responsible for keeping the downtown clear of refuse, planting flowers and otherwise beautifying the downtown area. Corton reported that other communities, including Quincy, had employed individuals to perform such tasks. In addition, Corton said that other big ticket budget items that the committee was considering included the $30,000 demolition of the Oitker Building or making an additional principal payment toward the community’s water tower fund. Following discussion about current Phase 4 Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidelines that would affect the operation of Barry’s public swimming pool, the council voted to offer Maggie Marable the position of pool manager for the pool season. In addition, council members agreed to pay 100 percent of lifeguard licensure fees for all pool lifeguards – half of the fee paid up front and half of the fee paid at the end

of the swimming pool season. Barry City Administrator Jeff Hogge reported that several unlicensed vehicles targeted by the city in its code enforcement initiative had since been licensed or removed by their owners. Hogge said that as temperatures warmed, city staff would be enforcing grass mowing codes. It was also reported that the Pike County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) had designated a new department liaison with the city of Barry, Ryan Rouse. Rennecker said that Rouse was now utilizing the new police vehicle purchased by the city. The council is considering two bids for the inspection and power washing of the Lafayette Park water tower. Bids have been received from Midco Diving and Ozark Applicators at $11,448 and $11,500. Hogge will continue to determine the availability of each company and the specifications of the work to be conducted by each firm. Council members authorized the purchase of a new 2021 Polaris Sportsman 450

ATV to be used by the city’s public works department. The base price of the ATV is $5,974. Public Works Director Robert Snyder said that the ATV would be used by the city in a number of applications from dragging baseball fields to clearing snow. The city council declined a request by the Barry Apple Festival Committee to put out the city’s Christmas decorations during the “Country Christmas” themed festival. The city cited logistical and staffing concerns as deciding factors. Similarly, the city declined to provide a city-owned stage that was requested by Western School District to be used in the district’s upcoming graduation ceremony, which will be held outdoors. City staff reported that the stage structure was designed specifically for its placement during the Barry Apple Festival. In addition, Snyder reported that placing the stage on the school’s ball field would create significant damage to the playing surface of the field.

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The Pleasant Hill High School will hold its homecoming celebration April 6-10. The homecoming court for this year is, front row, left to right: sophomore attendant Lacey Herron, freshman attendant Jade Peebles and junior attendant Sidney Cordes. Second row: homecoming queen candidates Braylee Anderson, Macie Lanter, Chloe Orr, Kortney Holcomb and Emily Leonard. Third row: King candidates Logan Wood and Keith Wright, sophomore attendant Harvey Ewers and king candidate Chandler Helm. Back row: king candidate Coltyn Pruner, junior attendant Bryan Pults, king candidate Dylan Richards and freshman attendant Gavin Crowder.

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press The Pike County Health Department (PCHD) recently released findings from routine health inspections of Pike County food establishments from the months of November and December. Businesses fall into one of three risk categories based on the type of foods served as well as the types of patrons served. Risk level one is the highest level of risk. Most full service, sit-down restaurants fall into this category. Schools and nursing homes also fall into category one, because they serve children and the elderly who may be immunologically compromised. Risk level two businesses are quick service businesses that only cook to order and do not store prepared foods for later use. Some fast food establishments, bars, gas stations and concessions operations fall under this category. Risk level three businesses sell packaged ready-to-eat foods or store foods. Several gas stations and food pantries fall under category three. Higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently by PCHD. Risk Category One Green Acres – recheck; Pleasant Hill Fast Stop – recheck; County Market Deli – three foodborne risk factors, four good retail practice violations; Barry Travel Plaza – two foodborne risk factors, three good retail

practice violations; Wendy’s – recheck; Bainbridge Café – two good retail practice violations; Wattsup Café – recheck; Harpole’s Heartland Lodge – zero violations; Carl’s Cardinal Inn – one good retail practice violation; Subway – two good retail practice violations; Pleasant Hill High School – zero violations; Pleasant Hill Grade School – zero violations; County Market Deli – recheck; Barry Community Care Center – one foodborne risk factor, one good retail practice violation; Courtyard Café – two good retail practice violations; Haymakers – zero violations; Barry Community Care Center – recheck; The Hook – recheck; Dari Ripple – two foodborne risk factors, one good retail practice violation. Risk Category Two Spring Creek Market – zero violations; Pleasant Hill Jiffi Stop – two foodborne risk factors, five good retail practice violations; Bob’s Red Fox – one foodborne risk factor; Martinsburg market – one foodborne risk factor, one good retail practice violation; Detroit Dairy Delight – zero violations; Pleasant Hill Jiffi Stop – recheck; The Place – zero violations. Risk Category Three Barry Dollar General – two good retail practice violations; Barry Jiffi Stop – two foodborne risk factors, one good retail practice violation; Barry Food Pantry – zero violations; Ackle’s Apple Acres – one good retail practice violation; Barry Jiffi Stop – recheck.

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The Abbie A. Hatch chapter of the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle will meet Tuesday, April 13 at 2 p.m. at the Senior Center in Pittsfield. The meeting will simultaneously take place in the Zoom format. The Zoom invitation will be included in the monthly email to all members. Member Maureen Garvin will review The Gifted School written by

Fishing (Continued from A1) “We’ve been learning about the lakes themselves,” Bonnett said. “We’ve had lessons on different types of tackle, we’ve practiced casting.” According to Ruebush, there has been a surge in interest in competitive fishing among young people. “A lot of kids have seen fishing tournaments on television, so they grow up wanting to do that,” Ruebush said. As a result of the growing popularity, PHS is one of many schools to add bass fishing to its roster of activities available to students. “There are now 320 districts with high school bass fishing,” Bonnett said. According to Western Superintendent Jessica Funk, Western High School also added bass fishing as a school-sanctioned activity this year. “We had a student come to the board with the idea for the team, and they had community coaches lined up,” Funk. “The board was very supportive. It’s just one more opportunity for students to get involved.” In fact, according to Ruebush, fishing teams are an important way of engaging students who may not be involved in more traditional sports or other school activities. “Fishing is something that a person can do even if

Bruce Holsinger. The roll call question this month is, “What is your definition of gifted?”

The Pike County Senior Citizens Center at 220 West Adams Street in Pittsfield will be holding a fundraiser Fish Fry Thursday, April 8, 4:306:30 p.m. Carry outs are recommended and some seating will be available.

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Left to right: PHS bass fishing team members Leif Carter, Liam Bonnett, Frank Smith, Brady Curtis, Wyatt McClintock and Hunter Mceuen show off their catches following a practice tournament on Saturday, April 3 at Lake Pittsfield. The team will participate in tournaments in Springfield, Jacksonville and Pittsfield throughout April. This is the first year for bass fishing at PHS.

they’re not interested in being the fastest or lifting weights,” Ruebush said. Bonnett, too, said that the bass fishing team has appealed to students not involved in other sports. “What’s nice about fishing is you can get kids involved that might not be interested in some other things,” Bonnett said. “Outside of my son, who plays golf, none of the others are involved in any

other sports. This gives them an opportunity to play in a team set up.” Bonnett went on to say that fishing was a good way to get kids active and outdoors. “We thrive on outdoor activities in Pike County,” Bonnett said. “This is just another avenue to get outdoors.” The PHS bass fishing season consists of April 10 at Lake Springfield, April 17 at

Lake Jacksonville and a triangular tournament between Liberty, Western and PHS at Lake Pittsfield on April 24. The sectional tournament will be held May 1 at Lake Jacksonville. The top three duos from the sectional will advance to the state tournament held at Carlyle Lake May 21 and 22. For more information on the PHS bass fishing team, follow them on Facebook.

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Hurley B. Sutton Hurley B. Sutton (Dad, Papa, Uncle Hurley) passed away peacefully of natural causes, surrounded by his loving family, at his home in East Moline, IL at the age of 95. Hurley is survived by his wife of 58 years Carole (Billie Carole) Sutton, his daughter Denice Murray, his sons Bruce (Alicia) Sutton of Moline IL, Mark Sutton of Davenport IA, Daniel (Nancy) Sutton of Granite Bay CA, Steven (Michelle) Sutton of Wapello IA, Michael (Cindi) Sutton of Aurora IL, grandchildren Nacole (John) Carlyle, Megan Carlson, Jeff (Edita) Carlson, Andrew Sutton, Lilli Sutton, Sara (Patrick) McGowan, Logan Sutton, Aden Sutton, Connor Sutton; and, great grandchild Chloe Carlyle. Hurley is preceded in death by his parents Louis and Narcie Sutton of Pleasant Hill IL, his sisters Nancy (Grover) Hilgedick and Louise Thrasher, his brother Errol Lynn Sutton, his son Gregory Sutton, and his granddaughter Rhonda Carlson. Hurley was born in July of 1925 in Pleasant Hill IL to the parents of Louis and Narcie Sutton. Shortly after graduating high school in 1943, he was drafted into the US Army as a rifleman and soon after headed to the European Theater for battle. On Friday October 13, 1944, Hurley found himself in the midst of the Battle of the Hurtgen Forest, one of the most brutal and bloody battles of WWII. His platoon suffered 100% casualties where every soldier was either killed or wounded. As Hurley would say, he was one of the lucky ones having survived. The years of medical care and surgeries that followed were not enough to save Hurley’s left leg which was amputated below the knee. As a result of his actions in WWII, Hurley was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantry Badge, the Bronze Star, as well as various other WWII medals and accommodations. Hurley did not speak much of his firsthand accounts of the brutality he witnessed when only 19 years old, but the humble man often said he did nothing to deserve the Bronze Star he was awarded. The friendships he made from WWII were mostly with those he spent time with at army hospitals. Following the war, Hurley

settled back into Illinois and attended Western Illinois University, graduating in 1950 with the plan to become a history teacher. Not long after, he met and married Beatrice Grimsley and began a family in the 1950s eventually settling down in East Moline IL and having 5 children (Bruce, Denice, Gregory, Mark and Daniel). It was during this time Hurley got involved with the Illinois Cemetery Association. Hurley, along with his business partner Harold Michel, eventually purchases several cemeteries from Cheyenne Wyoming to East Moline; but, it was his love for Greenview Memorial Gardens in East Moline that allowed him to plant deep roots in the Quad City area, where he raised his family, and spent the rest of his life. In 1960, Hurley’s first marriage ended, and in 1962 he married Billie Carole Barber, the woman he would spend the rest of his life with and have two additional children (Steven and Michael). It did not take long for Hurley to excel in his General Manager role at Greenview Memorial Gardens. His love and passion for his job allowed him work tirelessly while at the same time feeling he never really worked a day in his life. By the 1970s, Hurley had established himself as the predominate salesman in the preneed funeral business earning himself top state and national awards, a trend that continued for decades. Through his job and the contacts he made, he met and built friendships that would never end. Hurley was a friend in the truest sense. He was kind, giving, loving, caring, humble, and a true servant leader. He never had a bad thing to say about anyone, and always had wise and sound advice to anyone who would listen. Because of his success as a top salesman, in 1972 Hurley was able to purchase a small “Cabin” at Lake Odessa in Wapello IA. Hurley truly loved spending time at the “Lake” and would spend hours upon hours on his pontoon boat fishing, entertaining and being the center of attention. By 1980, the small cabin was upgraded to a “Lake House”, a special place the Sutton family still enjoys to this day. The lives Hurley Sutton touched though his kind and

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gentle ways are far too numerous to mention. The unconditional love he showed to everyone he would meet was magnetic. The humble 6’ 4” gentle giant was beloved by generations and will never be forgotten. Anyone who knew Hurley was better off because of that. He never bragged about his accomplishments or generosity. He would and most probably has given the shirt of his back to a complete stranger, while at the same time selling the person a cemetery plot, and then paying for it himself if the person could not afford it. Many salesmen tried to replicate the secret sauce of Hurley’s success, but none were able to. Hurley was truly one of a kind, the greatest man from the Greatest Generation, and after when he was made, God broke the mold. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a private service for immediate family will be held at the Van Hoe Funeral Home and Greenview Memorial Gardens. In order to provide Hurley the type of memorial service he deserves, a celebration of life event will be held on or around July 30, 2021 at a place to be determined. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Hurley’s life. More information will be available soon regarding exact time/date and location. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Disabled American Veterans at https:// www.dav.org. Condolences can be sent to https://www. vanhoe.com The family would like to thank Alecia Pitman and the other caregivers from Good Samaritan for their care during Hurley’s final days at home. To learn more about Hurley Sutton and his WWII experiences, visit the Veterans History Project at: http://memory.loc.gov/diglib/vhp/story/ loc.natlib.afc2001001.80239/ mv0001001.stream

Vivian Smith Vivian Smith, age 74, of Perry, IL went to be with the Lord Friday morning (April 2, 2021) at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, IL surrounded by family. She was born November 16, 1946 in Quincy, IL daughter of Russell Howell and Martha Jean Ballard Browning. She married Roger Smith on June 7, 1964 in Chambersburg, IL and he survives. Also surviving are sons, Donnie Smith (Carmen) and Richard Smith (companion Cathy Bonds) all of Perry, IL her mother Martha Jean Browning of Perry, IL; grandchildren, Ross Smith (companion Megan Larkowski) and Rachel Poor (Jesse), Ison (companion Brooke Woods), Ian, Iely Smith; a great-grandson, Lincoln; sisters, Winifred Goodman (Roger) of O’Fallon, IL, Jane Coleman (Steve) of Glasford, IL, and Judy Douglas (Dennis) and Mary Coultas all of Pittsfield, IL; a brother, Robert Browning (Cari) of Perry, IL; several nieces and nephews; and her mule Prize.

She was preceded in death by her father, a daughter-inlaw, Robin Smith; a brotherin-law, Roger Coultas; a sisterin-law, Susan Browning; and a niece, Kaylynn Browning Vivian graduated high school in Perry, IL and was a devoted farm wife, working many long hours alongside her husband Roger. Vivian’s love of people was well known and all who ever had one of Vivian’s hugs will miss them. Vivian was also a tireless volunteer. She was a member of the Perry United Methodist Church. In early years she was an EMT with North Pike Ambulance, and more recently with the Griggsville Perry Methodist Women’s Monday Dinner Crew where she was known for her breaded pudding and angel food cake. For many years Vivian along with Roger would host a Barn Party every year and invite family and friends to good food and good music. Vivian loved to join in singing at those parties. She also had a love of horses and mules and would

go on trail rides with her granddaughter Rachel and her sisters. A walk thru visitation was held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday April 6, 2021 at Airsman-Hires Chapel in Griggsville, IL. Graveside services followed at Wilson Cemetery in Perry, IL. Masks and social distancing were required. Memorials may be made to Wilson Cemetery or Perry United Methodist Church both c/o Airsman-Hires Chapel, Box 513, Pittsfield, IL 62363. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.airsman-hires.com.

Dan Patterson Dan Patterson, 69, of Alexis, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Renaissance Care Center in Canton. He was born on September 6, 1951 to Ronald and Joan (Forgey) Patterson. He is survived by his mother, of Glasford; three children: Ryan Patterson, of Glasford, Erin Patterson, of Canton, and Jamie (Deanna) Patterson, of Pittsfield; eleven grandchildren: Skylar, Deven, Ethan, Morgan, Kevin, Triston, Harley, Shelby, Karlie, J.J., and Lyla, and expecting another granddaughter, Danielle; and one sister, Sheri (Bob) Olson, of Richardson, Texas. He graduated from Alexis High School where he played basketball and still holds the record for most points scored in a game. After receiving his master’s degree, he became a teacher, coach, and retired as a principal. He worked in St. Anne, Colchester, Barry, and Glasford. He was a member of the Methodist church in North

Henderson. He enjoyed raising miniature horses and was an avid Cardinals fan. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday April 7, 2021 at 11:00 am at OaksHines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. Visitation will be held one hour prior at the funeral home. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm at the Alexis Cemetery in Alexis, Illinois. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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John Wood Community College will host an open house at its Southeast Education Center in Pittsfield for prospective students of any age and their families on April 13 from 4 – 6 p.m. Attendees will be able to visit with JWCC representatives stationed at various tables throughout the center to learn about academic programs, student life activities, financial aid and scholarships,

career coaching and JWCC’s Smart Start colleges courses through regional high schools. Summer and Fall registration are available during the open house. Prospective students in attendance will also receive a free JWCC T-shirt. Participants are required to wear face coverings and social distancing will be maintained. Please call or text 217-3938400 with any questions. Submitted photo

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The NSDAR Nancy Ross Chapter members and guests listened to a very interesting March program given by speaker Zane Phillips, Rotary Exchange Student to Brazil 2019-2020 school year. Although COVID changed many aspects of his experience, he told the group about his host families and new friends, the differences he found in education and other aspects of the Brazilian culture. Phillips had very informative answers for the many questions asked of him.

Bradley Ray ‘Brad’ Webb Bradley Ray “Brad” Webb, 67, of Pleasant Hill died Saturday evening April 3, 2021 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 9, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill. Burial

will follow at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill. Visitation will be held from 12 noon until time of services on Friday. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements.

Ruth Ann Motley Ruth Ann Motley, 75, of Barry died on Monday, April 5, 2021 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 9, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry. Interment will follow at Taylor Martin Cemetery near El Dara. Visi-

tation will be held prior to the service on Friday from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to be made to Pike County Animal Shelter. Online condolences may be left to the family at www. nieburfh.com. Niebur Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.

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was elected, the Republicans failing to put up a ticket. The Board of Supervisors now stands at 16 Democrats and 8 Republicans. The Quincy Giants colored baseball team will meet Pitts¿HOG¶V /LWWOH 6L[ /HDJXH WHDP LQ WKH ¿UVW JDPH RI WKH VHDson at the new park at Pringle Heights next Sunday, April 17 at 2:30 p.m. They will bring along a mixed quartet and some banjos. 125 Years Ago :LOOLDP 0XPIRUG RI Apr. 8, 1896 3LWWV¿HOG ZKR KDV SUDFWLFHG There is more building in law throughout Pike and adprospect in Barry than ever joining counties for 31 years, before, if we except the year has been selected as a ReIROORZLQJ WKH ELJ ¿UH 2XU publican candidate for judge streets are in good condition of the Eighth Judicial circuit. and well lighted, our hotels are adapted in every way to 75 Years Ago make the traveling public Apr. 10, 1946 comfortable. So we feel safe Don Irving won the Demoto say that Barry is thriving cratic nomination for 20th as never before. District Congressman in the This is the time of the year recent primary election. Clifwhen carpets are suspended ford Windsor won the Demoon the clothes line and the cratic nomination for sheriff parlor set occupies the back and Glenn J. Neese won the porch. Republican nomination. Nearly everybody voted Frank (Curley) Collver, LQ 3LWWV¿HOG \HVWHUGD\ VRPH son of the Frank Collvers of 865 votes being cast. About 722 West Washington Street 30 women voted for school is going to re-open the fatrustee. PRXV &RPUDGH¶V ,QQ RQ WKH The Griggsville south ZHVW VLGH RI WKH 3LWWV¿HOG JUDGH VFKRRO WRRN ¿UH ODVW square. He spent three years week, and gave the citizens in the Navy, much of the time a lively time at extinguishing aboard a minesweeper. it, which was done. A vote on daylight saving Quite a good many til- time is coming up. Rememlers of the soil planted pota- ber that daylight saving time toes and made some garden is anathema to the farmer. If Good Friday, even though there is anything the farmer the ground was very cold and and the average farm family damp. despises and loathes more than another it is this so100 Years Ago called daylight saving time. Apr. 13, 1921 The annual Pike County F. W. Niebur, secretary of music festival, presented by the board of education, re- high school musicians from ported that enrollment in the all over Pike County will be 3LWWV¿HOG VFKRROV LQ 0DUFK KHOG LQ WKH 3LWWV¿HOG &RPPXwas 662, the largest in the nity High School auditorium history of the schools. Friday evening, April 12 at 8 The entire Democratic R¶FORFN 3LWWV¿HOG¶V VSHFLDO WLFNHW LQ 3LWWV¿HOG 7RZQVKLS number will be a soprano

150 Years Ago Apr. 13, 1871 The circuit court is now well on its second week, and Judge Higbee, with his usual peculiar faculty of dispatching business, has succeeded in disposing of the greater portion of cases. At the commencement of the term there were 447 cases on the docket, and yesterday evening about 10 cases remained.

solo by Carolyn Zimmerman. Thirsty or not, you will enjoy Grapette soda in 6 oz. bottles. The interior of the Barry Christian Church was damDJHG E\ ¿UH DQG VPRNH \HVterday morning. The damage ZDV HVWLPDWHG DW ¿YH WR VHYHQ WKRXVDQG GROODUV 7KH ¿UH started from a kerosene burner under a hot water heater. 0U DQG 0UV 3DXO +XEEDUG had a daughter, Gail Jean, $SULO 0UV +XEEDUG ZDV IRUPHUO\ 0HWD /RHFKHO 50 Years ago Apr. 14, 1971 ,Q 3LWWV¿HOG 8QLW YHWHUans A.C. Holloway of Pearl DQG & - 6WLOOZHOO RI 3LWWV¿HOG handily won re-election, receiving 842 and 930 votes, respectively. The third candiGDWH 0UV 7RP +LOOHEUHQQHU received 384 votes. It was the ¿UVW WLPH D ZRPDQ KDV WULHG to be elected to the board of 3LWWV¿HOG 8QLW VLQFH LW ZDV organized in 1948. The Pike County Conference has named a high-scoring 10-member group to the 1970-71 All-Conference basketball team. Those named are Bill Brawdy, Dan Bartlett and Kent Shaver from the Griggsville Tornadoes; Brad Brinkman and Ronnie Bowen of the Barry Tigers; Steve Arntzen and Bob Gray (at ¶ ´ WKH WDOOHVW RI WKH JURXS from the West Pike Cardinals; Joe Clendenny and 0LNH %DUU\ RI WKH &DOKRXQ Warriors; and Dan Bess from the East Pike Panthers. Sheila Kirk, daughter of 0U DQG 0UV 'RQ .LUN RI Perry, celebrated her fourth ELUWKGD\ 0DUFK 6KH KDV a sister, Paula, who will be two years old in July. 0LFKDHO $UODQ 3HHEOHV VRQ RI 0U DQG 0UV 'RQ 3HHEOHV of Belleville, celebrated his ¿UVW ELUWKGD\ $SULO ZLWK D party at his home.

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Milton announces clean-up days for Milton residents only Enjoys Easter with several family members Please make sure to have free service for those who

cleaned up all flowers or any other items you wish to keep by April 15 at Milton Smith Cemetery. Thank you. The Village of Milton clean up will be April 9-19. Dumpsters will be at the sewer plant. This is a

live within the city limits of the Village of Milton. Residents should take advantage of this opportunity to clean up their properties. Following clean up, those properties still in violation of village ordinances, especially those with accumu-

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lated trash and junk, will receive warning letters and citations.

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Benefit for Mooney family this Saturday Don’t forget there will be a benefit for the Mooney family this coming Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Nebo Community Center. They will be serving fish dinner and a side. There will also be a gun raffle for a Ruger and silent auction, tickets are being sold now. Please come help these folks who have lost their dear son and their home! There is an event page on Facebook as well. Little Mr. Zane Arm-

strong, grandson of Ken and Kay, came upon a big Easter egg that was found behind the Dari Ripple, and low and behold he won a bicycle for his age group. Way to go Zane! It is with deep sadness we announce a couple people who are no longer with us in our community. Deepest sympathy to the families of Brad Webb and Dawn Crowder. Bless you all in this tough time. “In the spring, at the end

By MARSHA HILL 217-437-2903 bmklh94@ yahoo.com of the day you should smell like dirt.” Margaret Atwood “After the clouds, the sunshine; after the winter, the spring; after the shower, the rainbow-for life is a changeable thing. Today search for the rainbows that are present in life.” Unknown.

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Planning for Apple Festival begins April 12 The Griggsville Apple Festival committee will hold a meeting April 12 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Griggsville City Hall. Griggsville-Perry School District #4 Preschool Screening will be Wednesday, April 28, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Four Rivers Special Education District and Griggsville-Perry School District are sponsoring developmental screenings for all children between the ages of 2.5 and 5 (not entering kindergarten in the fall). This screening helps to determine eligibility for the pre-kindergarten program. Parents should call the school at (217) 833-2352

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to schedule an appointment. Gary and Trena Martin hosted an Easter get together at their home Sunday for all their children, their spouses, grandkids and great-granddaughter. They enjoyed their annual Easter egg hunt, supper and spending time together as a family. Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to the family of Vivian Smith of Perry who passed away Friday, April 2. She will be sorely missed. Dewayne and Nadine Kessinger hosted Easter dinner at their home. There was lots of fun at the Griggsville Estates Saturday at the annual Easter egg hunt for approximately

By NADINE KESSINGER 217-407-4502 kessy@casscomm.com 100 kids who participated! Emily Dunham and Tina Fitzjarrald helped out with the activities and there were numerous donations! That’s just some of the luxuries of living in a small town! Jim Smith has been in Blessing Hospital but is doing better. Get well soon, Jim! “While seeking revenge, dig two graves, one for yourself.” – Douglas Horton.

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David Camphouse, executive director of the Pike County Chamber of Commerce spoke at the March 24 Rotary meeting. David has been in this position for one month. He is originally from Centralia, and he later moved to Carbondale and ended up in western Illinois. David has family roots in Pike County and has a diverse educational background. David worked for John Wood Community College for six and a half years until 2014, and then went to Iowa where he worked for three years. During David’s first month, he has been getting to know the membership and meeting with the Quincy and Jacksonville chambers for ideas. The chamber is looking for new board members to seat in April. The chamber’s annual meeting will be virtual, where the awards will be announced on March 31. David is continuing the chamber’s strategic planning and promotion of tourism.

G-P announces third quarter honor roll

Griggsville-Perry has announced the third quarter honor roll for grades five through 12. Those in the lower grades named to the prestigious list include: Fifth grade: Kristian Amsden, Claire Bennett, Kason Brown, Eli Craig, Riley Curfman, Kaden Nash and Logan Sidwell. Sixth grade: Hunter Brown, Brody Rush and Layni Syrcle. Seventh grade: Lucas Sidwell, Daisy Waters and Raylynn White. Eighth grade: Georgie Bartlett, Bradyn Lister, Kyslyn Nash and Jillian Orr. High honor roll students who have earned all A’s for the third quarter are: Fifth grade: Lucas

Dehart, Eli Musgrave and Aaliyah Nash. Sixth grade: Conor Buchanan, Peyton Camp, Ross Curfman, Reese Liehr, Casen Shoemaker, Melanie Smith and Ashtyn Wainman. Seventh grade: Josie Bradshaw, Claire Evans and Emoree Stauffer. Eighth grade: Flint Kirk and Mariska Sheurman. High school honor roll awardees are: Freshmen: Mason Bolton, Logan Hobson, Nathalie Lothridge, Kiereny Nash, Rory Phillips, Isabella Shoemaker, Jack Shoemaker, Jaime Syrcle, Kyle Waters and Alexis Zavala. Sophomores: Makayla Andrews, Addie Bennett, Sydnee Brown, Logan

Evans, Kale Liehr, Damon Tyler and Landon Waid. Juniors: Sophia Bennett, Micah Broyles, Jakson Freeman, Tate Kunzeman, Ethan Lothridge, Grace Stabile and Cara Taylor. Seniors: Avery Bradshaw, Cashten Kirk, Tanner Leedy and Renae Martin. High school high honor roll students that have earned all A’s for the third quarter are: Freshmen: Holden Dunham, Tighan Lawson, Jeffrey Leonard, Lane Lipcaman, Wyatt Lipcaman, Michael Myers, Kiera Nash and Colby Tate. Juniors: Kaylee Spencer and Claire Tate. Seniors: Jenna Kelley, Fiona Kelly and Ashley Waters.

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We had 26 attend our Easter dinner and egg hunt Sunday at the Community Club in Pleasant Hill. The little ones sure looked cute hunting the eggs and we welcomed more into our family. Joining our family this year are Kelly Smith’s children, Cameron and Jordan, and their families. Welcome! I want to remember the

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Brad Webb family in prayers. Brad passed away last week. The prayers are really working for my family. Everyone is doing really good. Judy Damon doesn’t have to go back for three years and Kathy Baughman got shots in her knee this week. Gary and Sharon Pence and Kathy and Lyndle

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Baughman took me to Drakes in Quincy for dinner. It was really good. That’s all for this week. Have a good one and God Bless.

AND OTHER AREA NEWS NEAR AND FAR Lots of vacation news; traveling has began Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 18, as that will be the day Mississippi Valley Christian Service Camp will be having their spaghetti dinner carry-out fundraiser at the Crossroad Center in Pittsfield from 11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. You may purchase your tickets in a tent outside, and if you do not want to go in and pick up your dinners, they will bring the dinners to your car. Birthdays and anniversaries: April 7- David Haughey; April 9- Karen Fesler; April 10- Darold Garner, Derek Gosnell; April 11- Joe Ducey; April 13- Judy Dean, Mike Burrows, Sheila Jones. 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, Roger Bonnett and Tom Lyons. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12:21 Appreciated receiving vacation news from Becky and Mark Winner. Here are the details: Mark and Becky Winner of Pittsfield recently returned from a 10-day jaunt to Georgia and Alabama. In the Atlanta, Ga. area, they were able to visit with Becky’s niece, Jamie Kono, and her husband, Nori. Jamie is the daughter of Becky’s sister, Jo Ellen Cummings and her husband, Jim. In Arab, Ala., Mark and Becky visited with a buddy and his wife from Mark’s naval days. The two served from 1973 to 1976 on the USS Assurance based in Charleston, S.C., where they were diesel mechanics in the engine room of the ship. The two couples had not seen each other in 45 years. In Mobile, Ala., they toured the battleship USS Alabama and the submarine, USS Drum. There were numerous tanks, helicopters, and other aircraft to see. They met friends from

Mt. Pulaski who were also visiting at the Gulf, and they all had alligator for supper. On the way home, a highlight was a drive through a Safari park south of Birmingham, where the animals came right up to the windows of the vehicle. Finally, they visited the Space Center at Huntsville. The trip was enjoyable, despite too much rain. Trivia Answers from Last Week: 1. What name did Jesus use for the Holy Spirit? (the Comforter) 2. Other than elephants, what is the heaviest land animal? (Rhinoceros) 3. What does the Holy Spirit do for us? (makes intercession for us) 4. What is the largest land predator? (Polar Bear which is up to 11 feet long and weighs up to 1,700 pounds) 5. The Holy Spirit bears witness with us that we are what to God? (God’s children) 6. A female cat is called a molly. After she has become a mother, what is she called? (a queen) St. Mary’s Catholic Church is offering a Bible Study on Wednesdays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. beginning tonight, April 7th at the Parish Hall. The class/study will run for ten weeks. This year, they will complete the book of Acts chapters 11 through 28. The class consists of a 50 minute video presentation by theologian Jeff Cavins and group discussion. Any interested should contact the Parish Office at 1-217-285-4321 to register for the class. If you participated in the class one year ago that covered chapters 1 through 10, you will be able to use the same workbook. You may order a new workbook for the class. A workbook is recommended but not required. Participants should read Acts chapters 1 - 10 before the class begins. Coordinators for the class are Mark and Lisa Welch. You may contact them with any questions at 1-217-779-4221. The Winner and Carter bunch which includes Mark and Becky Winner, Joe and Katy Winner, and Nic and Kristina Carter, Leif, Nikki and JJ went to Quincy to celebrate Katy’s birthday April 1 and ate at the Thai D’Lish. Everyone enjoyed it. Sue Yackley and Wyvetta Davis met at the Courtyard Friday morning, April 2,

BY WYVETTA DAVIS 217-285-4880 w9yti@irtc.net for coffee. While they were there, Amy Davis and Raylan Smith and Wess Davis came in to eat lunch. Sue and Wyvetta joined them at their booth for a visit. As Wyvetta was leaving, she stopped to visit with Mary and Rodney Cobb. This was Wyvetta’s social event for the week, being able to visit with so many people. Tad and Hannah Blacketer and Asa and Amos of Mt. Pulaski were pre-Easter dinner guests of Carl and Wanda Blacketer on Saturday, April 3. The meal was enjoyed, and the boys had a great time Easter egg hunting afterwards. Easter dinner was enjoyed at Ginger Whitlock’s. Those who attended were Christy Burdick and Edward (Peck) Allen, both of Baylis, and Wyvetta Davis. After the delicious meal, Christy and Wyvetta played several hours of Skipbo with Ginger watching. I appreciated being included. I want to take the time and space to apologize to all the widows and widowers I have ever known. When I was working full time plus taking care of family duties, I never took the time to call or write widows and widowers to let them know I was thinking of them. I didn’t make the time or effort to ask them to come to our house for a meal. I could have at least asked them to join in on a night of playing games. I did nothing, and I’m ashamed, and I hope you all will accept my apology. Now that I’m a widow, I know exactly how all that feels. I always appreciate news from each and every one of you. I do ask that if you want your news to be in the next week’s papers that you make sure I have received it by early Sunday afternoon. I prefer you either call me with your news (number is by my name at the beginning of the column) or if it’s lengthy, please call to make sure I’m home, and just drop it off at my house. Blessings are present in everyday living. Make the effort to concentrate on finding them.

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HELP WANTED! The Morgan County Housing Authority (MCHA) is seeking a responsible individual to serve as Bookkeeper to the Authority and its affiliate. Primary duties include accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, coordination of journal entries with MCHA’s external accounting firm, and general clerical duties. Desired qualifications include 5 years responsible experience in accounts payable and general bookkeeping; 2 years of study in accounting, business, or related field; or equivalent education, training, and experience. Submit resume to: “Morgan County Housing Authority 301 W. Beecher Ave., Jacksonville, IL 62650, Attn: Hiring Manager” or email to jrace@bedrockhousing.net, subject line “MCHA Bookkeeper.” Position will remain open until filled. The Morgan County Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer.

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900A-NO TRESPASSING CALHOUN COUNTY NO TRESPASSING or hunting allowed on the land in Batchtown owned by Marcy Klockenkemper, Judy Lamer, Jeremy Russell, Bonnie Stepanek and Cindy Mezzos. Violators will be prosecuted. 9.8.21 NO TRESPASSING of any kind is permitted on the Kim Kamp and Joe Stelbrink farm located on Summit Grove Rd., Kampsville. Violators will be prosecuted. 8.26.21

ARE YOU looking for extra Income? We are looking for a place to hunt. Mike (cell) 314-560-8865.

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500 FOR SALE FOR SALE: farm fresh eggs, Carrollton. Riding horses, various levels of training. Feeder Angus cows and calves and dairy cows. Three bedroom house in Carrollton, recently renovated. 217-883-1845, leave name and message. 05.05.21 ANGUS BULLS for sale. Purebred, two year old and yearling bulls: calving ease, semen tested, vaccinated, wormed, and ready to go to work. Free local delivery. Graham Angus Farm, Milton, IL. Call Dan at 217-723-4116. 4.14.21

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED: Family needing help with elderly mother. Someone to stay 9-5 Saturdays and 9-1 Sundays. $15.00/hr. 217-2482403. 4.28.21 COOK, DISHWASHER, Waitress. 496-2999 or 498-4912. Ask for Bill or Lauren. 4.21.21

1500C - YARD SALES JERSEY COUNTY MOVING SALE- Fri 4/9, Sat 4/10, Sun 4/11– 9 a.m. ‘til ??? 54 Sugarwood Dr. and 56 Sugarwood Dr. 4.7.21

1500D - YARD SALES PIKE COUNTY MOVING SALE: 218 S. Clinton, Pittsfield. Saturday, April 10th, 8a.m. - 3 p.m. 4.7.21

The Morgan County Housing Authority is seeking 3 fulltime, seasonal grounds maintenance employees. Duties will include, but not limited to: grass maintenance (mowing, weed eating, etc.), litter pick up, janitorial and apartment refurbishment. This position will only run through mowing season. Working hours will be Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license. To apply you may pick up an application at Beecher High Rise (301 W Beecher Ave. Jacksonville, IL) Monday-Friday between 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. You may contact the ofﬁce with any questions at 217-243-3338. If you apply through Facebook, to ensure that your application is seen and reviewed, please also complete a physical application.

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HELP WANTED PITTSFIELD MACHINE in Payson IL is looking for production workers. Must be dependable, and be able to read a tape measure. Apply in person at 609 North Fulton Payson Il 4.14.21 HELP WANTED P/T must supply own tools. Mowing yards, painting, fencing. Good clean record. Call 217-883-1845. Must leave full name & phone number. 05.05.21

NO TRESPASSING on William and Geraldine Schleeper Farms. 6.9.21 NO TRESPASSING or hunting allowed on the land in Batchtown owned by Steve and Cindy Meszaros. Violators will be prosecuted. 9.8.21

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MAYFAIR FARMS ground North of Kinderhook, west of 205th St. is private property. Trespassing is forbidden. Violators will be prosecuted. 1.5.22 NO TRESPASSING and no hunting of any kind, is permitted on any property owned by Double Creek Farms. Can be prosecuted. 4.7.21 NO TRESPASSING or hunting of any kind of properties owned by Nick and Margaret Voke, Old Pearl, IL. Violators will be prosecuted. 3.24.22

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The police records released by the Pike County Sheriff’s office include the following arrests and bookings. The records state that these are accusations and each individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty. William S. Sanders, 43, address unknown, was arrested April 1 at 7:37 p.m. on a Pike County warrant alleging failure to appear. He remains lodged. John Wesley Harrison, 41, Annada, Mo., was arrested March 31 at 3:59 p.m. on a Pike County warrant alleging failure to appear. He was released March 31 at 4:21 p.m. Zachary T. Blumenberg, 35, Argile, Wisc., was arrested April 3 on charges of violating an order of protection. He remains lodged. Corey S. Beavers, 42, Exeter, was arrested March 29 at 7:18 a.m. on a Pike County warrant alleging failure to appear. He was released March 29 at 7:35 a.m. Alex T. Van Alstine, 62, Florence, was arrested March 29 at 1:29 p.m. on petition to revoke probation. He was released March 29 at 4:03 p.m. John M. Martin, 27, Griggsville,was arrested April 1 at 7:06 p.m. on a charge of criminal damage to property. He was released April 1 at 7:53 p.m. Cathy L. Bonds, 55, Griggsville, was arrested April 2 at 7:06 p.m. on a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. She was released April 2 at 7:53 p.m. Tamara L. Hill, 30, was arrested April 4 at 3:01 a.m. on a charge of domestic battery. She was released April 4 at 3:26 a.m. Melissa Jean Becker, 48, Hannibal, Mo., was arrested, March 29.at 6:40 p.m. on charges of revocation of conditional discharge and failure to appear. She was released March 30 at 5:02 p.m. James W. Dodd, 51, Hannibal, Mo., was arrested March 30 at 12:51 a.m. on a charge of possession of methamphetamine. He was released April 2 at 10:28 a.m. Harold David Foglle, 59, Hannibal, Mo., was arrested March 30 at 7:34 p.m. on charges of possession of methamphetamine, aggravated fleeing to avoid police, driving under the influence of alcohol

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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

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and Quanda is having a few activities in Pike County. There will be a face mask design contest with the high schools in the county. By next week they all should have sup-

plies, and in the end, pictures are to be taken of the masks and submitted so a winner from each school can be chosen. Stickers have been dropped off at Gianni’s Pizza in Pittsfield that will be placed on their to-go boxes to help raise

Community Wellness Expo comes to Lake Pittsfield Illini Community Hospital is partnering with Picture Pittsfield and the Pike County Chamber of Commerce for a drive-through, county-wide Community Wellness Expo at Lake Pittsfield on Saturday, April 17, from 10 a.m - 2 p.m. Attendees can drive around Lake Pittsfield while gathering health and wellness informa-

tion. The event will feature over 25 exhibitors featuring an array of community resources, including healthcare providers, human services organizations and wellness choices. Participants will receive free tickets for booth prizes and event grand prizes, including fishing and camping gear, disc golf equipment and the overall grand prize of a kayak.

Dispositions Traffic Seat belts: Stephen E. Irving III, 10/28/65, Griggsville, $164; Sarah N. Littlefield, 1/18/86, Pittsfield, $164. Miscellaneous violations: Jerry L. DeJaynes, 1/19/70, Griggsville, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, $164; Otha Hull, 5/16/76, New Canton, disregard traffic control device; Jayson C. McIntire, 2/7/76, Griggsville, leaving the scene, $827, 24 months probation; Keenan M. Sappington, 8/1/91, driving on a revoked license, $1,442, 24 hours probation, 300 hours community service; Carl G. Stauffer, 3/23/70, Nebo, unlawful possession of cannabis by a passenger, $527, 24 months conditional discharge; Melissa Lynn Watts, 5/3/99, Pittsfield, unlawful possession of cannabis by a passenger, $577, 12 months supervision; Vanessa N. Zavala, 1/17/80, Griggsville, operation of an uninsured motor vehicle, $450, 6 months supervision. Misdemeanors: Cody Buffington, 10/4/95, Griggsville, criminal damage to

property, $1,424, 5 years conditional discharge, 180 days in jail with credit for one day; Robert W. Van Meter, 7/10/94, Pittsfield, battery makes physical contact, $1,139, 24 months supervision. Felonies: Otha F. Hull, 5/16/76, New Canton, aggravated fleeing police, driving while suspended or revoked, four years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, $2,249; William K. Poor, 9/10/85, inmate at Menard Correctional Center, aggravated battery, cause great bodily harm, 3 years in IDOC, second degree murder, 14 years, 6 months, with 730 days credit time served; Steven A. Taylor, 9/30/61, Nebo, aggravated driving under the influence, $2,623, 24 months probation, 30 days in jail, aggravated battery to a child under the age of 13, $489, 24 months probation, 30 days in jail; Anthony W. Waters,11/05/70, Pittsfield, a 2020 and a 2021 charge of possession of methamphetamine, $2,990 on the first charge, $2,970 on the second; 3 years in IDOC.

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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PCHA reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive any informality in the RFP process, or to terminate the RFP process at any time, if deemed to be in PCHA’s best interests. The costs for responding to this RFP shall be borne by the prospective contractor and shall bear no reimbursement obligation by PCHA. Full detail of the RFP for Audit Services is located at the following web link http://www.pikehousing.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/ Audit-Proposal-RFP-2.3.2021.pdf. If there are any questions regardLQJ WKH WHUPV RI WKLV 5)3 SOHDVH FRQWDFW &KULV %UXQV ([HFXWLYH 'Lrector at 217-407- 0707 or cbruns@pikehousing.com. Bids will be accepted until 4/16/2021 at 2:00p.m. PCHA is an equal housing provider and equal opportunity employer. 2.10, 3.3, 3.24, 4.7

Pike County Housing Authority (PCHA) has available for review and comment its 2021 Capital Fund Program Grant documents. These documents indicate the work PCHA has scheduled for the 2021 Capital Fund Program Grant issued by HUD. Contained in the documents are the 2021 Capital Fund Program Grant Budget, Capital Fund Program 5 Year Plan for years 2021 – 2025, HUD Form 50077-CR, HUD Form 50071, Lobbying Form – SFLLL, CerWL¿FDWLRQ RI &RPSOLDQFH ZLWK Public Hearing, and Written 6WDWHPHQW 'H¿QLQJ D 6LJQL¿cant Amendment. The 2021 Capital Fund Program Grant documents were approved as a draft at PCHA’s March 31st, 2021 Board Meeting. The 2021 Capital Fund Program Grant documents will be available for review for a period of at least 45 days, beginning April 7th, 2021. A Public Hearing will be held on June 7th, 2021 at 1:00p.m. at the PCHA RI¿FH WR FROOHFW DQ\ DQG DOO questions, comments, and concerns regarding the items. At PCHA’s June 16th, 2021 Board Meeting it is planned WR UDWLI\ WKH LWHPV DV ¿QDO 7KH 2021 Capital Fund Program Grant documents are available for review at the PCHA community building located at 838 Mason Street, Barry, Illinois 62312 and on the web at www.pikehousing.com in the general section. PCHA is an Equal Housing Provider and Equal Opportunity Employer. 4.7, 4.28, 5.19, 6.2

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The Pike County Housing Authority (PCHA) is making a Request For Proposal (RFP) for audit services for FYE 12/31/2020, FYE 12/31/2021, & FYE 12/31/2022. PCHA, located at 838 Mason St, Barry, Illinois 62312 is a PHA operating 228 units of low income public housing across 7 different communities in the Pike County, Illinois area. In addition to the Operating Subsidy it receives from HUD, it also receives Capital Fund Grants from HUD for major improvement projects. PCHA has not entered asset management and PCHA is contracted with Hawkins Ash CPAs for their fee accounting services through 12/31/2022. As stated above this contract will be for a period of 3 years and will be re-bid after completion of the FYE 12/31/2022 audit. In addition, should either party seek to terminate the agreement prior to the end of the 3 year agreement, a 90 day notice shall be given, in advance, of the desired termination date. No penalty shall be incurred with due notice given. For improper notices given it will be a $100.00 per day penalty. Audit services will need to be conducted in accordance with OMB &LUFXODU $ $XGLWV RI 6WDWH /RFDO *RYHUQPHQWV DQG 1RQ 3UR¿W Organizations and the Circular A- 133 Compliance Supplement. AdGLWLRQDOO\ DQ\ QHZ FRPSOLDQFH VXSSOHPHQWV LVVXHG E\ WKH 2I¿FH RI Management and Budget will need to be observed. In addition to the requirements of the RFP, proposals should include, at a minimum, the following:

the Pittsfield Public Library that are about sexual abuse and trauma. Also donated are bookmarks and a display of reviews that were done by Quanda staff members.

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awareness. Law enforcement officers will receive pins that say “I Support Sexual Violence Awareness” and also small notebooks to help raise awareness. Books are being donated to

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.

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Q March 29 Pittsfield defeats Pleasant Hill, 25-18, 25-5 Ellie TenEyck, five services aces; Katie Cox, six kills; Chloe Lemons, five kills. Q March 30 Girls volleyball Griggsville-Perry defeats Meredosia-Chambersburg 25-12, 25-16 Sophie Bennett, six points, 16 assists, three kills; Sydney Brown, eight points, six digs, three kills; Claire Tate, six points; Ashley Waters, three points, seven kills; Renae Martin, four digs, four kills; Kayle Spencer, five digs, five kills. Pittsfield defeats Calhoun:16-25, 25-7, 25-16 Cassidy Poor, five kills; McKayla Jennings, eight

Lane Alex Hasselbring was born Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 3:28 am. He is the son of Jacqueline and Dane Hasselbring of Cissna Park. His grandparents are Wayne and Kristine Bingham of Griggsville and Troy and Lynn Hasselbring of Cissna Park. Great grandparents are Ronald and Carolyn Myers of Griggsville, Charlotte and the late Jack Bingham of Woodstock, Judy and the late Bill Hudson of Milford and Roger and Dee Hasselbring of Cissna Park.

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Friday, April 9th and Saturday April 10th 8am-4 John Deere collectibles and memorabilia, John Deer framed puzzles, Dressers, beds, pots and pans, dishes, and lots of other household items All items will be sold at a “make a reasonable offer “ option Property also for sale. Includes, house, garage, and lot. Please inquire if interested.

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