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Brightening up the park.

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Griggsville to not hire extra summer help.

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Pleasant Hill board sets 2020-2021 calendar.

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Finishing touches going on Whitetail Properties new building

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press After a little more than a year, Whitetail Properties can see the end in sight as their remodeling of the former Miller Furniture Store reaches completion.

“It’s going to give us a lot more room,” Dan Perez, owner of Whitetail Properties,said. “The new building will house real estate, accounting and IT. Our original building will be production and handle the auctions.”

Another advantage of the new facility is the upstairs which has been transformed into a training center that will accommodate 70 people.

“We had to move our annual sales meeting out of Pittsfield because with approximately 260 agents, their guests, speakers it was hard to find a place for them in Pittsfield,” Perez said. “This way we can have regional meetings with our agents and they won’t be here

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Workers from RMG Electric work on placing the Whitetail Properties sign on the business’s new office facilities on West Washington last week. The building, formerly the Miller Furniture Store, has been renovated into office space and conference rooms for Whitetail Properties. The facility is scheduled to open mid June.

at the same time.”

Before the Miller Furniture building had become available, Whitetail Properties had purchased the property at the corner of Fayette and Memorial

Chamber supporting Pike County grads and small businesses

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press Pike County Chamber of Commerce is presenting each graduating county high school senior with a $25 “chamber bucks” certificate to recognize their accomplishments and to help support locally owned businesses.

According to Chamber director Christie Davenport, the county’s four school districts will receive 142 certificates to present to each student in their graduation packets — allowing each senior to support local Pike County businesses. Davenport said the certificates are an effort to help ensure local businesses survive the COVID-19 state-at home orders and are able to re-open following the shutdown.

“We all want to be able to eat at our favorite restaurants, shop at our favorite retail shops, and visit our favorite stylists,” Davenport said.

Griggsville-Perry superintendent Kent Hawley, who is also a past chair of the Pike County Chamber’s board of directors expressed gratitude for the Chamber’s gift to graduating seniors.

“It’s been a tough year for seniors not getting to take part in many of the end-of-year events and ceremonies,” Hawley said.

“We thank the Chamber for recognizing our seniors and for supporting small businesses during this difficult time. I applaud the Chamber’s support of education and small business. It’s a win-win all over the place.”

Additionally, Pike County Chamber of Commerce is joining Chambers and small businesses across the state of Illinois to promote the “ILove Local” campaign to encourage people to support local business during the week of May 9 – 16, 2020.

The “ILove Local” campaign requires participants to purchase $100 dollars of products/services from Pike County businesses to qualify for a drawing for a $25 “chamber bucks” certificate, which may be used at business-

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“ILove Local” is s statewide initiative of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce to encourage shopping locally throughout the COVID-19 stay-at-home order preventing many residents from supporting local businesses. Pike County Chamber of Commerce is encouraging residents to spend at least $100 between May 9 - 16 in order to enter a drawing for $25 of “Chamber bucks” to be conducted Friday, May 22. The Chamber is also providing a $25 “Chamber bucks” certificate to each of Pike County’s graduating high school seniors.

es in the county. To enter, participants must send images of receipts for their purchases to 217-285-2971 or pikechamber@ casscomm.com. Winners will be announced on Friday, May 22.

Chamber director Davenport cites federal data regarding the importance of supporting local businesses during times of crisis.

According to Davenport, Federal Emergency Agency (FEMA) reports that 40-60% of small businesses that close after a disaster never reopen. Each dollar spent at a local, independent business returns 50 times more money to the local economy than shopping at a mega e-retailer.

Davenport goes on to report that, across Illinois, small businesses provide communities with good jobs and the quality of life that retain families and residents in small towns.

Collectively, Davenport says, small, local businesses are the states’ largest employer. More information on the “ILove Local” campaign can be found at www.

IllinoisLoveLocal.com.

and planned to build a facility. That property will now be used as a parking lot.

The west side of the building will have a mural painted on the wall. Perez

is keeping the design of the mural a secret but says a team of professionals will begin soon.

Perez says Whitetail will host a “massive open house” in the near future.

County board appeals to Pritzker to reopen local economy

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press Pike County Sheriff David Greenwood, Pike County State’s Attorney Zack Boren, Pike County Health Department Administrator Anita Andress, and other Pike County Health Department representatives met at the Health Department Wednesday, May 6 to issue a coordinated county wide response to COVID-19 and to provide further clarification to residents.

All participants at the meeting agreed to the following statement: “We strongly urge Pike County citizens to continue to comply with all health directives issued by the State of Illinois. Compliance demonstrates mutual respect and care for all members of our community. Compliance has helped to slow the onset of COVID-19 here in Pike County. It is vital to our collective and individual wellbeing to continue to comply with social distancing, public use of face coverings, and other protective measures recommended by the CDC.” “The Pike County Health Department will continue to perform its Statemandated health inspection role which

includes the prevention, monitoring, and regulation in the field of Infectious Disease. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department will assist in responding to COVID-19 related incidents. The Pike County State’s Attorney will continue to work cooperatively with both the Health Department and the Sheriff’s Department to promote the public health and welfare of Pike County citizens. Any enforcement will honor procedural due process rights, as outlined in Section 2(c) of the Illinois Department of Public Health Act.” “Furthermore, all participants support the Pike County Board’s Regional Recovery resolution, passed at a special meeting of the Pike County Board on May 5, 2020.”

At the Wednesday, May 5 special board meeting, Pike County board members passed the Regional Recovery resolution that advocates a localized approach to reopening the state’s economy. The resolution was modeled on Adams County’s Adams County Together (ACT) plan.

“The main reason for the resolution was to show the governor that we are in (See, APPEAL, A2)

Plans for summer not shaping up as usual

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The days of swimming at the local pool before heading out to a county fair, festival or ball games is probably not going to happen this year.

Both local fairs, the Western Illinois Fair and the Pike County Fair have both cancelled their original dates. Pig Days has also cancelled their annual July event in Pittsfield as has the Pike County Little League The Western Illinois Fair in Griggsville was scheduled to run June 24-28.

“It’s just not financially feasible to have fair even if the Covid restrictions were lifted,” Brian Shoemaker, spokesman for the fair, said. “So many people have been out of work, laid off, had hours cut. It’s tough for people.”

The carnival, contracted by the board, said they were canceling many of their dates and in likely hood will cancel their entire summer schedule.

“They told us that their insurance is more than $100,000 for a season, if

they open for one event or dozens,” Shoemaker said. “Most fairs are in June, so if they can’t open for June, they can’t make it on July and August bookings, so they just won’t open.”

Shoemaker also said the fair board is attempting to follow state guidelines and hopefully by July some events can be held.

“We are hoping to have a queen pageant, July 23,a school bus derby, July 24 and a Mike Brown Productions derby, July 25,” Shoemaker said. “But even that is tentative.”

Michael McKinnon, president of the Pike County Fair in Pleasant Hill, said their board as also opted to cancel the June 9-13 event.

“Right now we have no plans for anything,” McKinnon said. “If things open up we might try to have a derby in the fall, but right now our concern is for the safety of the people.”

McKinnon said the fair board tried to get an answer on their liability if they did (See, SUMMER PLANS, A3)

CJ’s Cafe eyeing July open

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press The restaurant that was most recently Joe’s Drivein on South Wall Street in Griggsville is slated to reopen under new ownership as CJ’s Cafe near the beginning of July.

New owners Cheryl and Jeff Smith have been updating the restaurant dining room, kitchen, and exterior since they purchased the business in late March.

“We’ve been doing some pretty serious renovations,” Jeff Smith said. “It’s a cute little place, but it was a little dated and showing some wear.

We wanted to put our personal touch on the aesthetics.”

Jeff said that the updating and renovation work is nearing completion, and the couple only have details to finish up.

“I’d say we are 85% complete for opening,” Smith said.

“There’s a few minor things left — window treatments, decorations, and a few pieces of equipment.”

Cheryl Smith says that while the couple has been working to make the business their own aesthetically, they have also looked extensively into the history of the business and the building.

“The structure was originally an A&W restaurant that was moved piece by piece from Peoria,” Cheryl Smith said. “We’ve been doing our history and don’t want to take away from what was done before, but we want to bring it into the present.”

Cheryl went on to say that as the new owners, they were striving for a “quick casual” aesthetic and service to suit multiple generations of Pike

County diners.

“It will be fresh food and fast service in a cool looking environment,” Smith said. “There will be places to plug in computers or phones.

Eventually we hope to add a drive though or at least a pickup window.”

Smith also said that the new restaurant was not seeking in any way to detract from Griggsville’s existing restaurants, and that they would be serving a distinct menu and catering to a crowd looking for a different environment from the town’s two downtown bar-and-grills.

“We want to offer an entirely new environment,” Cheryl Smith said. “We won’t have country fried steak or openface beef. We’re going to make it into something new, for a new generation to embrace.”

While the menu will have

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Left to right: Rachel Nichols and co-owners of Griggsville’s CJ’s Cafe Cheryl and Jeff Smith take a break from renovating the restaurant on Monday, May 12. The Smiths said their goal is to open the restaurant at 404 South Wall Street the first week of July.

staples such as pulled pork and loose-meat sandwiches — which Cheryl called crumble burgers and said were not the same as maid-rites — Cheryl and Jeff Smith said that the menu will range broadly and appeal to a variety of tastes.

“We plan on three meals

a day, and we’re considering offering breakfast all day,” Cheryl Smith said.

“There will be specialty sandwiches, keto-diet options, chili, and Tex-Mex dishes.”

The Smiths have also added (See, CJ’S CAFE, A2)

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Campgrounds remain closed at city lake

By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press Although all roads are now open at the Pittsfield City Lake, camping is still prohibited until the governor’s executive order to maintain social distancing is lifted.

The decision was reached at the May 5 meeting of the council which was held tele-conference. “The council originally said they wanted to keep part of the lake roads closed and camping prohibited while the road near the Boy Scout Camp was repaired,� Ann Moffit, city clerk, said. “The road is now repaired but the council has opted to keep the camp grounds closed, even the primitive camping area.�

The council also voted to pay an extra approximately $90,000 to proceed with the

repair of North Jackson Street and West Washington Street. The city will now pay $264,000. They are hoping a five year payment plan can be worked out. Bids for the project came in higher than expected and the state said the only way the project could proceed was for the city to pay the overage.

Good news was the city will receive approximately an additional $300,000 in motor fuel tax from Rebuild Illinois. “This has nothing to do with the COVID19,� Moffit said. “This is our share of the gas tax that went into place Jan. 1. It will be paid in two installments.�

The airport committee was to have met May 12 to review applications for the position of airport manager. The position was recently changed from a full-time to a parttime position. Moffit said applications for the position have been received.

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Celebrates a great Mother’s Day I got to see all my children for Mother’s Day and received some very nice gifts. My son, Richard, had dinner with me.

Happy Heavenly Birthday to my husband, Harold Pence.

He would have been 92 Saturday, May 9. He is missed every day.

Happy Birthday to Michael Pence, son of Gary Pence, May 12 from Grandma.

Happy 10th birthday to Logan Peebles, son of Todd and Jessica Peebles, May 8.

Happy Birthday from Granny.

Happy 18th birthday to Ian Damon, son of Brian and Jennifer Damon, May 14 from Nanny Pence.

Happy Birthday to Desiree Reimers, May 12.

Preston Pence who has been spending his time in St. Louis

Senior menu

May 13: Roast Beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered peas, strawberry mousse.

May 14: Turkey ala King with biscuit, carrots, green beans, wafer dessert, juice.

May 15: Baked ham, scalloped potatoes, lima beans, five cup salad.

May 18: roast turkey with gravy and

By FRANCES PENCE 217-242-3511 with his father, Nathan Pence, came for a visit Friday and spent Mother’s Day with his mother.

I guess that’s all. Have a good one and God Bless!!

dressing,vegetable medley, creamed corn, blueberry cobbler.

May 19: Baked sausage ziti,Italian blend vegetables, side salad, w/dressing, cookies, juice.

May 20: Meatloaf, over browned potatoes, buttered corn, mandarin oranges.

Q Stimulus Checks have started coming out if someone passes away before they receive their check the stimulus check does need to go back. If this happens and you need assistance you can call Connie at 217-285-6150 for the instructions.

Q P-TAX Homestead/ Senior tax freeze has been extended to September 1, 2020 to turn in your completed paperwork. If you would like some help in completing call Connie at 217-285-6150.

You will need both forms the PTAX-340 (yellow) and the Senior Homestead (white sheet) along with proof of income for 2019.

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CJ's Cafe (Continued from A1) outdoor seating, which they hope will add to the appeal of the restaurant. Other features planned for the restaurant include hand-scooped ice cream, custom cakes, and locally-sourced

meats. “Our goal is quick service and an environment for family,� Cheryl Smith said. “We want to keep this as Pike County as possible. We have a passion to keep money in the community.�

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(Continued from A1) sync with Adams County and other counties,� County board chair Andy Borrowman said.

Borrowman took issue with the governor’s approach to reopening the state’s economy and lifting social distancing guidelines. Borrowman believes some, more rural regions of the state could be opened before larger counties/ communities with higher numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases. “If we weren’t lumped into a region with Sangamon County we would be close to phase four of the governor’s plan today,� Borrowman said. “I believe we could open up if we were taking proper precautions — with social distancing, hand-washing, and a little bit of sense.�

Pike County state’s attorney Zack Boren largely echoed Borrowman’s sentiments on the rationale behind the county’s resolution — stating that Adams County had put together a framework of appropriate benchmarks for reopening businesses and public gatherings that would also apply to Pike County. “The resolution is an appeal to the governor to reopen our area of the state in the manner described in Adams County’s plan,� Boren said.

The board’s resolution comes on the heels of statements from the Pike County State’s Attorney and Pittsfield Police Department, which indicated that both offices would refrain from enforcing the governor’s executive order — provided that public health and safety is not threatened. “Law enforcement always has discretion to act on what they’re seeing,� Boren said. “Is

MILTON

Memorial Day and spring clean-up approaching Milton’s Smith Cemetery is accepting Memorial Day donations for maintenance.

Please send to Verla Dale, 230 Fair Street, Pittsfield, IL 62363. Thank you.

Village of Milton town clean up will be May 23-May

30. Dumpsters will be at the sewer plant. This free clean up is for residents of the Village of Milton only. Please take advantage and clean up your property. Nuisance Ordinances will be enforced following clean up.

By KARRIE SPANN 217-723-4262

GRIGGSVILLE

Congratulations all around Griggsville Clayton Johnson, DVM, will receive the 2020 Allen D. Leman Science in Practice Award in September. According to the National Hog Farmer website, Clayton “joins a growing and illustrious list of veterinarians who have received the award�, which is presented at the annual Allen D. Leman Swine Conference in St. Paul, Minnesota. Lucina Galina Pantoja, DVM, PhD and director of pork technical services at Zoetis says of Johnson, “Dr. Johnson is an outstanding ambassador for integrating science into the practice of veterinary medicine. We salute his long record of innovation and tire-

less pursuit of solutions that improve swine health around the world.� Clayton grew up in Griggsville and is the son of Bill and Jane Johnson of Pittsfield. He joined Carthage Veterinary Services in Carthage in 2016. Congratulations, Clayton!

Congratulations to Reggie and Morgan Suhling of Quincy on the birth of their second daughter! Saige Loucille Suhling was born at Blessing Hospital on May 1.

She weighed six pounds and ten ounces and was eighteen inches long. She was welcomed home by her big sister, Sloan, who will soon be three years old. Local grandpar-

By NADINE KESSINGER 217-407-4502 kessy@casscomm.com

ents are Walt and Diane Suhling, and great-grandmother Wanda Hobson.

Thelma Butler and Vicki Norris were lunch guests at the home of Dewayne and Nadine Kessinger on Sunday.

Happy belated birthday wishes go out to Sean Hoehne who celebrated his birthday Monday, May 11!

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Individual graduations being held for Class of 2020

Senior news for senior citizens

Q May 11, 2020 the Census for Pike County was 58% completed. If you would like to have some assistance to fill the Census out call Connie at 21-285-6150. This can be done over the phone.

Q BAA (CB) has increased the income limits to $33,562 for one $44,533 for two and $55,500 for three people. We are using income off 2018 through July 15, 2020 after that we will use the income off 2019. If you filed taxes, we would need the income tax papers for verification.

Q You will have 90 days after the Secretary of States offices open to get your Dr. License or your sticker for your license plates if they expired while the office was closed.

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Boren stated that he believes that constitutional due process protections prevent the enforcement of the state’s COVID-19 executive orders in Pike County, because there is no evidence of the disease’s immediate threat in the county. “Before the state takes away life, liberty, or property there must be due process of law,�

Boren said. “The state must show that public health and welfare is significantly in danger.�

Pittsfield’s police chief Mike Starman, like Boren, says the lack of known COVID-19 cases in Pike County prevents his department from treating violations of the governor’s executive order as criminal matters. “The statute reads that to become a criminal matter it needs to constitute a medical crisis,� Starman said. “There are no known cases, so there’s no medical emergency.�

The police chief went on to draw distinctions between Pike County and areas of the state where the executive order was being enforced criminally. “The mayor and police superintendent in Chicago are on TV warning residents to stay home or they’ll arrest you,�

Starman said. “That’s not the case in Pittsfield. We don’t feel there is enough medical evidence of an emergency here.�

Starman quickly added that he advocated members of the public doing their best to prevent the potential spread of COVID-19 in the county by taking precautions listed in the executive order. “We are not encouraging people to disobey the order,�

Starman said. “We want every-

one to do their part. Don’t have parties. It takes one person going to St. Louis or somewhere to ruin it for everyone.�

Unlike local units of government, Pike County Health Department director of nursing Sharon Bargmann says that state-run agencies and businesses/individuals licensed or certified by the state are obligated to comply with and enforce the governor’s executive order. “We are certified through the state, as are salons, nurses, doctors, and tanning salons,�

Bargmann said.

According to Bargmann, Governor Pritzker indicated that the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois State Police (ISP) would be tasked with enforcing the executive order throughout the state. “We work hand in hand with IDPH and the state police,�

Bargmann said. “We would notify state police if there was a business open for more that curbside service.�

Bargmann added that agencies asked to enforce the order were placed in an awkward position. “We’re between a rock and a hard place,� Bargmann said “No one enjoys this, and everyone wants to go back to normal.

I don’t think it will ever go back until there is a vaccine.�

Bargmann also recognized the effect that social distancing measures have had in combating the COVID-19 virus nationwide. “We’ve come this far in flattening the curve,� Bargmann said. “If you stop now, it will jump up again. I believe I saw Georgia has seen something like a 40% increase since they reopened.�

It has sure been a slow start to warmer weather but we are getting there. Nip of frost we did have this past week but thankfully crops nor fresh planted garden and flowers were not bothered by this. Hopefully in the coming weeks will be more average.

The Pleasant Hill Seniors will be having a graduation, each student will have a ceremony individually with 6 guests in attendance with them at the high school gym.

This will be May 28 and 29.

Parents or students are to call the school to set up time.

Unfortunately the Pike County Fair has been cancelled for the year. This is a

sorry time for all those who have put so much effort into bringing back our fair and for those looking forward to better days but guess now we’ll look forward to next year folks. Thank you for all you are doing to keep it alive.

Richie Doyle will be celebrating at birthday Thursday, May 14. He is from Nebo, wishing him a great day to celebrate.

I keep trying to keep the little tidbits going but really tough with no upcoming events on the calendar in the near future and with that being said, John Thomas, Our Ol’ Reliable, tells me Crescent Heights Memorial

NEW SALEM

By MARSHA HILL 217-437-2903 bmklh94@ yahoo.com Day celebration will not be taking place this year but he has a speech and will have this on Facebook. Cannot thank this guy enough for all the years of service and dedication he has put into keeping this service, thankful to the others also that put their free time into this and most are Veterans! “Challenges are what make life interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.�

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AND OTHER AREA NEWS NEAR AND FAR Two Christian romance writers living in Pittsfield “Genius is one percent inspiration and ninetynine percent perspiration�.

Thomas Edison Birthdays and Anniversaries for Last Week and This Week: May 13 -- Duane Hibbard, Will and Ann Rine May 14 -- MaKayla Robbins, Steve Dean May 15 -- Allen Ellis, April Myers May 17 -- Larry Ruble, Roy Dooley May 18 -- Darrell Flowers May 19 -- Jonathan Parrack Prayer Requests: Bob Hull, Bonnie Prudoehl, Carl Blacketer, Chris Sitton, Christine Henthorn, Darold Garner, Diane Garner, Erma Garner, Greg Ketterman, Ginger Whitlock, Helen Mays, Jamie Reel, Jenny Fox, Jerry Gully, Jim Kaiser, Josh Bennett, Judy Dockhorn, Justin Blacketer, Lois Thomas, Luetta Swartz, Pastor Gary Dice, Rhonda Grim, Roger Straus, Roger Bonnett, Steve Davis, Tom Ruble, the end of this Corona Virus throughout the entire world, and God’s wisdom in decisions made by President Trump. “O love the Lord, all ye his saints: for the Lord preserveth the faithful, and plentifully rewardeth the proud doer. Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord.� Psalm 31:23,24 Cheyenne Jones of Duncan, Okla., surprised her mom, Gail Jones,and came in for a visit for Mother’s Day. Of course, other family members were glad to see her as well, such as her dad, Mike Jones, and her grandmother, Sue Gleckler.

Were you all aware that we have two Christian romance writers in our area that are related? Kristina Winner Carter (pen name Josephine Elisabeth) has recently published her second book called “Chasing Dreams.� Her first book was called “Building Faith�. And Kristina’s mother Becky Iftner Winner just had her first book published under the name Rebecca Winner.

Becky’s book is titled “Bethany.� All three books are

available only on Amazon, and the only way to find the exact books is search by the author’s name, not by title.

Both ladies live in Pittsfield.

Happy reading!

Steve and I have been very blessed by others’ thoughtfulness in many different ways.

Food is one of those ways.

Ginger Whitlock is always giving us things to tempt our appetites, Cary Harshman made delicious chocolate kiss cookies and awhile back gave us lasagna, Gail Jones gave us chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, steamer vegetables, homemade peanut butter cookies, and a mess of mushrooms, and Brian Robbins gave us mushrooms, to name a few.

Another way friends have blessed us is helping us when we need some strength to lift, either bodily or in spirit. And last but not least, friends and family pray. What would we all do without our friends!

Mother’s Day Nathan came up and prepared mushrooms for our noon meal.

Two of our three grandchildren were able to make it, Wess and Reese. Later that night granddaughter Jacqueline Davis and Tyler Grimsley stopped by for a nice visit with us. It is always good to

By WYVETTA DAVIS 217-285-4880 w9yti@irtc.net be around family, no matter how short of time that is.

Trivia Questions for This Week: 1. To whom did Jesus say, “Man shall not live by bread alone�?

2. What sports hero wore a chilled cabbage leaf under his cap to keep cool?

3. What occasion did Jesus and his parents attend when he got separated from His parents?

4.Mintonette was the original name of what sport?

5.These terms are used to describe Jesus: _____ of Life; _____ of the world; ______ Shepherd; and the Way, the _______, and the Life.

6. How many stitches are on a regulation baseball?

It will sure be nice to get back to normal and have more news to share. If you have ANY news at all that you would be willing to share in this column, just give me a call.

Have a great, God blessed week!!

Pike County Christian Academy is now accepting applications for 2020-2021 School Year Teachers: Teachers shall have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher. Experience in a Christian school setting is preferred, but not necessary. Must be able to teach multi-grade level classrooms. This position will answer to the School Administrator.

Students: We are currently enrolling students for the new 2020-2021 school year, K-12th grade. Register today!

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50 YEAR AGO: PITTSFIELD CITY COUNCIL VOTES TO ALLOW EAST SCHOOL DEMOLITION 150 Years Ago May 19, 1870 The Griggsville Manufacturing company has on hand a large assortment of wagons, open and top buggies, spring wagons, etc. which are being sold at reduced prices.

Lew Pine, who is known to all as a most accommodating and careful driver, is now proprietor and driver upon the stage route from Pittsfield to Louisiana.

We learn that the plans for the new hotel in Pittsfield will probably be adopted this week.

Architects, Messrs. Myers of Springfield and Van Arsdel of Chicago have visited our place, and will submit plans for adoption.

John O. Bolin, Esp. of Milton, called at our office and we invited him to view the town of Pittsfield, he to furnish the rig. He drove around in as stylish a turnout as one could desire—a nice pair of colts and a fine buggy, good enough for any editor.

125 Years Ago May 22, 1895 The late frost did but little damage in the New Hartford area. Aren’t you glad you took your stove down so you could enjoy the cool weather?

The graduating exercises of the Griggville public schools were held last evening in the presence of an immense audience, many of whom had to stand, as all the seats, at 15 cents each, were sold within a half hour. There were nine graduates.

There is a general boom in the price of wheat, rye and corn and a general upward tendency in stock, all indicating a grand revival of business.

Work goes on in the matter of the grading of the public park, and a few workmen are engaged in finishing the interior of the courthouse. The heavy job of pointing the rock on the outside has not commenced.

A new church for the colored people of Pittsfield is about completed in the northeast part of the city, not far from those already built. What denomination it represents, we are not advised.

100 Years Ago May 19, 1920 The post office department announces when the expected air service is realized, mail will leave New York on a given morning, and reach San Francisco two days later.

Where are those signs, “Keep off the Grass, “ which used to guard the four corners of the courthouse park? If there is anything that could be called a near crime, it is the wearing down of those paths across the park.

At the Congregational Church at 10:45 next Sunday morning will be a memorial service. The veterans of the Great Civil War, the SpanishAmerican War and the heroes of the World War, and the united church congregations will be there. Come early and get a good seat.

Mr. Harold Claus, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Claus of Independence, and Miss Luella Harshman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. McCellen Harshman of Hadley, were united in marriage Sunday May 9 at the home of the bride’s parents.

The ceremony was performed on the lawn. Both of the young people are graduates of the Pittsfield High School, and have a large circle of friends in Pittsfield.

75 Years Ago May 23, 1945 A news item reports the death of another Pike soldier, Sgt. Lawrence Russell White, a member of Pleasant Hill’s hardhit honor roll. He was killed while in action with the 33rd Infantry division. His brother, Pfc. Lee White of the Medical Corps was able to attend Law-

rence’s funeral on one of the Philippine Islands.

Word has been received that Pfc. Dean Alden Yockey, also of the 33rd division, died on Luzon April 26 of wounds received in action. His parents are Mr. and Mrs. Roy Yockey, residing north of Perry.

Pvt. Donald E. Lister is at Camp Livingston. His wife, the former Mildred Ackles, and their small son, are making their home with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe M. Ackles of Griggsville.

The 66 Pittsfield Community High School graduates held their Baccalaureate services in the high school gym Sunday evening before a large audience of more than 300. Rev. Joe Maynard delivered the sermon to the graduates.

Griggsville High School graduates 25 this spring; Perry High School graduates 20, Milton High 12, Hull 14, and Kinderhook 7.

50 Years Ago May 20, 1970 Pittsfield’s city council Tuesday night voted 5-3 to deny the historical sites commission’s recommendation that the East school building be left standing, and approved the Unit 10 request to be allowed to demolish the 104-year-old structure.

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The ball diamonds in Pittsfield will be silent this summer. The Pike County Little League Board of Directors has announced cancellation of the season. “Baseball and softball cannot be played with less than 10 people and even if our area was to reach Phase 4 of the Governor’s plan, limiting the ballparks to 50 or fewer people would also be difficult,�Charlie Hull, vice president of Pike County Little League, said. “This phase is also unlikely to be reached for our region prior to July 1 and we don’t feel that would leave enough time before the scheduled start of school sports in the fall.�

Hull said refunds will be issued in the coming weeks to those who had already paid their registration fee.

Pike County Little League was founded in 1954 and this will mark the first time 65+ years that a spring/summer season will not be held.

Pleasant Hill and Barry have cancelled their Memorial Day services at the cemeteries they serve. Other local posts have not made a decision yet. Barry does intend to place the flags out but will have no parade or services.

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All three county swimming pools are in limbo and are taking a wait and see position.

Pittsfield Mayor John Hayden said the expense of opening the pool for only a few weeks would not be feasible.

Debbie Harshman of Barry, said they too are in a wait and see position. “We are not going to paint under the governor opens that sector,� she said.

A post on the Pleasant Hill Community Park Facebook page says their plans are up in the air and they are awaiting more information from the government.

Pig Days, normally held the second week of July, on the courthouse lawn in Pittsfield is also cancelled.

The Pittsfield Lion’s Club held their first virtual meeting in the club’s 100 year history, and made the decision. “We feel there is no choice because of the children and families’ safety in this most trying time in our country and world,� Peter Wright, Lions’ Club spokesperson, said. “We encourage everyone to stay safe and enjoy the summer.

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arrived home last week after a one-year tour of duty in Vietnam. He is home on a 30 day leave, after which he will report to Fort Rucker, Alabama.

Spec. 4 Charles V. Skirvin Jr., whose parents live near Nebo, recently received the Army Commendation medal while serving as a cannoneer with the Americal Division near Tien Phouc, Vietnam.

25 Years Ago May 17, 1995 According to Dr. Pat Graham, a swine industry veterinarian and consultant, local interest continues feeding the effort to construct a large swine confinement facility in Pike County.

Barry High School graduates 25 this month; Griggsville 22; Perry 12; Pittsfield 80; Pleasant Hill 32; and West Pike 27.

10 Years Ago May 19, 2010 The Pittsfield High School Lady Saukee track team dominated at the sectionals in Beardstown, and qualified for state in 10 events. State qualifiers included Erin Allen, Marla Willard, Hannah Norton, Karley Losch, Katelyn Forshey, Shea O’Brien, and Natalie Hamilton.

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Nancy J. Bradbury Nancy J. Bradbury, 67, of Jacksonville, IL passed away Thursday, May 7, 2020, at her home.

A native of Mt. Sterling, she was born December 22, 1952 in Rushville, the daughter of Robert and Laura J. Kiser Utter. She married Keith O. Bradbury on June 9, 1973 at the Mt. Sterling United Methodist Church in Mt. Sterling and he survives.

She is also survived by her mother, Laura Utter of Jacksonville; her sons, Douglas Bradbury (Jen) of Barrington, IL and David Bradbury (Allison) of Columbus, OH; three grandchildren whom she adored, Hope, Kendall and Hendrick; her sister and caregiver, Linda Strutz (Jim) of Springfield; her two brothers, Bob Utter (Sandy Thiel) of Sheridan, WY and Steve Utter (Lisa) of Gilbert, AZ; several nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews; and her father-in-law, Elmer Bradbury of Perry.

Nancy was preceded in death by her father, “Bob�

Utter; her mother-in-law, Freida Bradbury; and her brother-in-law, Ken Bradbury.

Nancy attended Brown County High School, Illinois College, and Sangamon State University, which awarded her a bachelor’s degree in accounting and auditing.

She would later achieve designation as a Certified Public Accountant. Nancy enjoyed a distinguished career in finance, accounting, auditing, and information technology. She was employed

by Farmers State Bank & Trust Company in Jacksonville and First National Bank and Trust in Pittsfield for 10 years. She also served as a CPA for the N. D. Harrison Accounting Firm in Pittsfield, Kerber, Eck & Braeckel of Springfield, and Can-

nell & Associates of Jacksonville for over 10 years.

She also worked in IT with the State of Illinois for over 20 years at the Jacksonville Developmental Center and Illinois School for the Deaf.

Along with her husband, Nancy also owned and operated Consortium Publishing from 2012-2020.

Nancy was a dedicated member of the First Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville, where she formerly served as an Elder and Deacon. She volunteered her financial expertise to many local organizations, serving at the treasurer for JHS Band Boosters, IO Chapter of P.E.O., and the Rev. James Caldwell Chapter of NSDAR. She was also a member of the Illinois CPA Society and Monday Conversation Club. Her life’s passions were her grandchildren, working on her golf game, travel adventures, and attending theatrical events.

She will be remembered for her determination, her kindness, and her smile.

A public celebration of Nancy’s life will be held at a future date. Memorial gifts are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church, the Mia Ware Foundation, or the Rev. James Caldwell Chapter of NSDAR. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is assisting the Bradbury family. Condolences may be sent online at www. buchanancody.com.

Betty Lou Reel Betty Lou Reel, age 83, of rural Detroit, IL passed away on Monday, May 4, 2020 at Eastside Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsfield, IL. She was born on July 6, 1936 in Frankford, MO to Elliott and Loretta Hecht Wright. She married Norman Wayne Reel on September 12, 1954 and he preceded her in death on October 26, 2010.

Betty graduated from Higbee High School in 1953 then married her husband, Norman, in 1954. They purchased a farm in rural Detroit in 1960 where they raised their children and farmed together. Betty also worked at various local restaurants and a local boarding home. She was a member of the Detroit Methodist Church and the Women’s Christian Temperance Union. While in the WCTU, she served at the state and local level as Home Protection Director, the county level as Secretary and Home Protection Director, and at the local level for Pittsfield and Griggsville as Secretary and President. Betty enjoyed playing cards, dancing, doing arts and crafts, and working with leather. In earlier years, she served as a 4-H leader, rode horses, and enjoyed going to the Pittsfield Speedway to watch her brother, Harold, race stock cars. She loved helping with and attending dinners at the Detroit Township Hall, and working in her garden and canning the produce. Betty was a creative woman with the gift of gab and she never knew a stranger.

She is survived by her three sons, Marvin (Tonya) Reel of Detroit, IL, Mark (Penny) Reel of Pittsfield, IL, and

William (Sara) Reel of Pittsfield, IL; eleven grandchildren, Erica (Jason) Thomas, Wayne (Madison) Reel, Phillip (Leah) Reel, Bryce Reel, Dylan (Katie) Reel, Laken Reel, Chelsey Reel, Laura (Michael) Rolfe, Lexus Ham, Lindsey Ham, and Loran Ham; six great grandchildren, Joseph Thomas, Mariah Thomas, Miranda Thomas, Claire Reel, Jayce Reel, and Jade Rolfe; a brother, Harold (Judy) Wright of Lewistown, IL; and sisters, Bonnie (Gordon) Scranton, Anne Owings, and Rosie (Joey) Cawthon, all of Pittsfield, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elliott and Loretta Wright; her husband of 56 years, Norman Reel; son, Melvin Wayne Reel; and brothers, James Wright, Charles Wright, and Donald and Orion Wright in infancy.

Services will be held privately, and interment will be at Blue River Cemetery near Detroit. Memorials are suggested to be made to Blue River Cemetery or Pike County D.A.R.E. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh.com.

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Carol L. McCarter Carol L. McCarter, age 83, of Pittsfield, IL passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020 at her daughter’s home in Jacksonville, IL. She was born on January 2, 1937 in Linneus, MO to Kenneth and Louise Barkley Smith.

She married Stuart Peebles on July 8, 1955 in Pittsfield, IL and he preceded her in death on May 14, 1959.

She then married Carl ‘Bill’ McCarter on May 4, 1973 in Tulsa, OK and he preceded her in death on September 21, 1983.

Carol graduated from Pittsfield High School and went straight into the workforce waitressing for many years at various places including Steak House and Cardinal Inn. She relocated to St. Louis, MO and worked at S.S. Kresge for several years and then began working in daycare. After coming back to Pittsfield, Carol worked for George Nichol at Viking Engineering and managed the Dari Ripple for over 40 years, retiring at the end of the 2018 season with Danne Durall as owner.

She also worked at Green Acres for a time and also as a cashier at the Pikeland Community School for 18 years. Carol loved playing cards with her Bridge Club, playing the slots, and reading books. She also enjoyed vacationing with her family, taking two trips every year; their annual trip to the Ozarks as well as a new adventure each year.

She was a loyal and honest

woman, and will be missed for how loving, sweet, and giving she was.

She is survived by her daughter, Debbie (Shane) Kays of Jacksonville, IL; her mother, Louise Pryor of Pittsfield, IL; daughterin-law, Rusti Cummings of Jacksonville, IL; four grandchildren, Michelle Kays, Brandon Kays, Joseph Cummings, and Ashley (Jacob Batty) Cummings; and four great grandchildren, Olivia Haverfield, Owyn Haverfield, Jayden Batty, and Blake Batty.

She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Smith; spouses, Stuart Peebles and Carl ‘Bill’ McCarter; and son, William Cummings.

A graveside service will be held privately at Diamond Grove Cemetery in Jacksonville, IL. Memorials are suggested to be made to Diamond Grove Cemetery. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh.com. Niebur Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Glenual M. ‘Cork’ Shelton Glenual M. “Cork� Shelton, 74 of Griggsville passed away Monday morning May 11, 2020 at his home. He was born July 14, 1943 in Pittsfield the son of the late Earl Glenual Jr. and Fern Mae Cooper Shelton. He graduated from Griggsville High School and worked for Oscar Myer for 20 years. He also owned and operated “Out of Bounds� for 13 years. He married Theresa Dark July 14, 2000 and she survives at home. Also surviving are his daughters Mindy (Mike) Strother of Fowler, Robin Lister of Springfield, 5 stepdaughters Torri Roland of Alabama, Stacy Roach of Hannibal, Carmen (Allen) Warren of Summer Hill, Carrie (Trent) Whitaker of Bushnell, Shana (Mike) Lash of Pittsfield, 14 grandchildren, Tyler, Colin, Andrea, Ryker, Maxwell, Alaina, Memphis, Justine, Dustin, Rebecca, Rilee, Ryan Reid, Raegan, 4 great grandchildren, Elliott, Avery, Harper, and Mason.

He was preceded in death by a granddaughter Hailey.

Cork loved his family and his “Out of Bounds� family. He enjoyed pool league play, fishing, socializing and dancing. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion and was a standout athlete when he was in school.

Due to the current situation at this time a private funeral service will be held at the Airsman-Hires Funeral Chapel in Griggsville. Burial will be in Griggsville Cemetery. A celebration of his life will be scheduled when possible.

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2019 Pike County Tentative Multiplier Announced Pike County has been issued a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, Director of the Illinois Department of Revenue.

The property assessment equalization factor, often called the “multiplier�, is the method used to achieve uniform property assessments among counties, as required by law.

This equalization is particularly important because some of the state’s 6,600 local taxing districts overlap into two or more counties (e.g. school districts, junior college districts, fire protection districts).

If there were no equalization among counties, substantial inequities among taxpayers with comparable properties would result.

State law requires property in Illinois to be assessed at one-third (1/3) of its market value. Farm property is assessed differently, with farm homesites and dwellings subject to regular assessing and equalization procedures, but with farmland and farm buildings assessed according to standards based on productivity.

The equalization factor is determined annually for each county by comparing the sales price of individual properties sold over the past three years to the assessed value placed on those properties by the county supervisor of assessments/county assessor.

If this three-year average level of assessment is one-third of market value, the equalization factor will be one (1). If the average level of assessment is greater than one-third of market value, the equalization factor will be less than one (1). And if the

average level of assessment is less than onethird of market value, the equalization factor will be greater than one (1).

Assessments in Pike County are at 33.28 percent of market value, based on sales of properties in 2016, 2017, and 2018.

The equalization factor currently being assigned is for 2019 taxes, payable in 2020.

Last year’s equalization factor for the county was 1.0000 .

The tentative factor is subject to change (1) if the County Board of Review takes actions which significantly affect the county assessments or (2) if local officials or others can present data showing that the Department of Revenue’s estimates of the average level of assessments in the county should be adjusted.

A public hearing on the tentative multiplier will be held between 20 and 30 days after the tentative factor is published in a newspaper of general circulation within the county.

A change in the equalization factor does not mean total property tax bills will increase or decrease. Tax bills are determined by local taxing bodies when they request money each year to provide services to local citizens. If the amount requested by local taxing districts is not greater than the amount received in the previous year, then total property taxes will not increase even if assessments may have increased.

The assessed value of an individual property determines what portion of the tax burden a specific taxpayer will assume.

That individual’s portion of tax responsibility is not changed by the multiplier.

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By BETH ZUMWALT Pike Press The Illinois Department of Corrections released approximately 4,000 inmates from state prisons as an attempt to slow the corona virus.

So far Pike County has had seven who were granted an early release due to the plan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My office receives notification when offenders are released,â&#x20AC;? Zack Boren, Pike County Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney, said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had seven inmates released more than month early but the most anyone received off a sentence is

six months. Every single one of our early releases were for meth or controlled substance felonies. I am pleased to see that Pike County has no early releases for violent felonies.â&#x20AC;?

Those released, the date they were released and the date they should have been released were: Derek Tepen, March 3, May 19; Jennifer Perkins, March 27, Aug. 25; Thomas Wallace, April 7, July 26; Timothy Shewmake, April 16, Oct., 6; Jonathan Guthrie, April 7, Sept. 7, Michelle Palazzo, March 30, Aug.13, Justice Gibson, March 3, Sept. 13.

2020 DAR Good Citizen Award winners The Nancy Ross Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution want to announce the winners of the Good Citizen Award for 2020. The winners from four of our Pike County high schools are as follows: Dalton Sheuman from Griggsville- REBEKAH BARTON Perry High School, son of Corey and Gina Sheuman, Rebekah Grace Barton from Pittsfield High School, daughter of Don and Carol Barton, Carly Jo McGlynn from Pleasant Hill High School, daughter of Joseph McGlynn and Jennifer Horton and Autumn Schulz from Western High School, daughter DALTON SHEUMAN of Herb and Teresa Schulz.

Good Citizen winners are selected to represent their high school senior class because they have the qualities of dependability (truthfulness, loyalty, punctuality), service AUTUMN SCHULZ (cooperation, courtesy, consideration of others), leadership (personality, self-control, ability to assume leadership) and patriotism (unselfish interest in family, school, community and nation).

The students also have the opportunity to compete for a scholarship by writing an CARLY MCGLYNN essay (30 points possible) along with listing personal as well as service-to-community activities, transcripts, responses to questions, future plans and letters of reference (70 points possible). The local winner's paperwork is then sent to compete at the district level. The 2020 Nancy Ross Chapter winner is Rebekah Barton; the second place winner is Dalton Scheuman. The essay title was: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our American Heritage and Our Responsibility for Preserving It.â&#x20AC;?

The students are usually recognized at their school's award ceremony as well as a DAR Good Citizen Celebration.

Unfortunately, with the COVID19 situation, those events have had to be cancelled or postponed. If readers see these exceptional students, please congratulate them on being such a fine asset to their family, school, and community. We look forward to reading about their future endeavors.

The police records released by the Pike County Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office include the following arrests and bookings. The records state that these are accusations and each individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Jacob A. Angelo, 29, Griggsville, was arrested May 5 at 8:59 p.m. on a misdemeanor Pike County warrant. He posted $250 and was released May 5 at 9 p.m.

Brandon M. Fox,41, Pidmont, Mo., was arrested May 5 at 3:57 p.m. on a Pike County felony warrant and an out-of-state felony warrant. He remains lodged with no bond set.

Austin S. Crowder, 25, Nebo, was arrested May 6 at 9:53 p.m. on a charge of driving under the influence.

He posted. $300 bond and was released May 7 at 12:45 a.m.

Kevin L. Gress, 51, Hamburg, was arrested May 9 at 7:02 p.m. on felony charges of fleeing to elude, misdemeanor driving under the influence, driving while suspended or revoked and

Dispositions Traffic Speeding: Sadie J. Abney, 7/10/03, Hull, $353.

Brendon E. Wood, 3/19/02, speeding, $400, four months supervision.

Misc. traffic charges: Joseph J. Ducey, 4/11/88, New Salem, expiration of registration, $164.

Richard A. Hoover , 9/23/64, failed to obey stop sign, $164.

Felonies: Isaac E. Henson, 7/18/00, Barry,two counts of indecent solicition, predatory aggravated criminal sexual assault, $4,244, 48 months probation, 180 days in jail with credit for 84 served; two counts of grooming, 30 months probation, 180 days in jail with credit for 84 served.

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illegal transportation of alcohol by a minor. He remains lodged.

William S. Adamovich, 32, Ashland, was arrested May 10 at 8:55 p.m. on a felony charge of possession of methamphetamine. He was issued a ticket with a date to appear.

James L. Roden, 23, Lebanon, Mo., was arrested May 10 at 8:55 on a felony charge of possession of methamphetamine. He was issued a ticket with a date to appear.

Megan L. Watty, Bradenton, Fla., was arrested May 10 at 8:55 on a felony charge of possession of methamphetamine. She was issued a ticket with a date to appear.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT PIKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RALPH G. VINES, DECEASED NO. 20-P-12 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of RALPH G. VINES of PEARL, ,OOLQRLV /HWWHUV RI RIÂżFH were issued on March 5, 2020, to DAWN M. OWENS as Independent Executor whose attorney is Edward J. Fanning, P.O. Box 527, Hardin, Illinois 62047.

Claims against the estate PD\ EH ÂżOHG LQ WKH RIÂżFH RI the Clerk of the Court at Pike County Courthouse, 100 E. :DVKLQJWRQ 3LWWVÂżHOG ,OOLQRLV 62363, or with the representative, or both, on or before November 13, 2020, and any FODLP QRW ÂżOHG RQ RU EHIRUH WKDW date is barred. Copies of a FODLP ÂżOHG ZLWK WKH &OHUN PXVW be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has EHHQ ÂżOHG Dated: May 5, 2020 DAWN OWENS Independent Executor /s/ Edward J. Fanning Attorney at Law Name: Edward J. Fanning Attorney for: Independent Executor Address: P. O. Box 527 City: Hardin, IL 62047 Telephone: (618) 576-2284 5.13, 5.20, 5.27

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The legal description to be vacated is as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of Lot 8 in Block 9, continuing in a Northeasterly direction approximately 16.5 feet to the Northwest corner of Block 1 in said Block 9, then Southwesterly approximately 99 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 1, thence Northwesterly approximately 16.5 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 8, thence Northeasterly to the place of beginning, all North of Davison Street in New Hartford, Pike County, Illinois.

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BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PITTSFIELD ON APPLICATION FOR ZONING REQUEST Notice is hereby given that on the 6th day of June 2020, at 5:30 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock p.m., in the City Council Chambers of the &LW\ RI 3LWWVÂżHOG DW 1RUWK 0RQURH 6WUHHW 3LWWVÂżHOG ,Olinois, the Planning CommisVLRQ RI WKH &LW\ RI 3LWWVÂżHOG will hold a public hearing on the application of First AmeriFDQ 6LWH $FTXLVLWLRQ ,QF RQ behalf of USCOC of Central ,OOLQRLV //& IRU D ]RQLQJ UHquest. At that time and place all interested persons and FLWL]HQV PD\ DSSHDU DQG EH given an opportunity to speak in support of or in opposition to the application. described

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Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the State of Illinois Complied Statutes, the Martinsburg Township Highway Commissioner will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 27th, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. to hear reasons for or against vacating the alley between Lot 1 and 8 North of Davison Street, New Hartford, Pike County, Illinois.

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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 3 0 7XHVGD\ -XQH LQ WKH 2IÂżFHV RI WKH 'HSDUWPHQW RI 5HYHQXH :HVW -HIIHUVRQ 6WUHHW 6SULQJÂżHOG ,Olinois, for the purpose of taking evidence which may be pertinent to the Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 2019. 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 added 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.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE ZONING COMMITTEE ON APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF ZONING ORDINANCE Notice is hereby given that on the 2nd day of June, 2020, at 5:15 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock p.m., in the City Council chambers of the &LW\ RI 3LWWVÂżHOG DW 1RUWK 0RQURH 6WUHHW 3LWWVÂżHOG ,Olinois, the Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing upon the application of Eric L. and Diane L. Miller for a variation from the requirements of R-3, Multiple-Family Dwelling 'LVWULFW RI WKH &LW\ RI 3LWWVÂżHOG at which time and place all interested persons and citizens may appear and will be given an opportunity to be heard in support of, or in opposition to, the aforesaid application.

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By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press Griggsvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s city council met the evening of Wednesday, May 6 to pay the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bills and attend to other community business.

The meeting was held at Griggsvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fire house to accommodate all of the council members, while honoring the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s social distancing guidelines, which require public meeting attendees to maintain at least six feet of space from each other. The April council meeting was held out-

doors, but the May meeting was moved indoors to account for the potential for inclement weather.

The primary goal of the meeting was to pay the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bills, which the council did in short order.

Council members also voted to freeze the hiring of additional seasonal/summer city employees due to anticipated budget shortfalls caused by reduced economic activity related to the COVID-19 stay-at-home order.

Mayor Kent Goewey said he believes that all non-essential businesses â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including hairdress-

ers and massage parlors â&#x20AC;&#x201D; will continue honoring the governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mandated closures despite recent county-level announcements of non-enforcement of the closures.

Goewey went on to say that the Griggsville council would vote on next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s city budget at the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s June meeting, which is scheduled to be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to see how much of a downturn thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be,â&#x20AC;? Goewey said, referring to reduced tax revenue resulting from business closures and depressed consumer activities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a

lot of extra coming in, but there are funds from gaming, food, and gas.â&#x20AC;?

Unlike some neighboring communities or the county government, Griggsvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mayor reported that the city has no plans to furlough employees or borrow money to make up for budget shortfalls due to COVID-19.

Goewey added that the next big project/expenditure that Griggsvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s city government has in the works is the next stage of the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ongoing waterline replacement work.

Pleasant Hill board sets 2020-2021 calendar

By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Pike Press Pleasant Hill school districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s board of education met via Zoom video conference the evening of Monday, May 11 to discuss graduation plans, next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school calendar, and to take personnel actions.

Individual graduation ceremonies will be held in the school's gym on May 28 and 29. Students may bring up to six guests to each ceremony. Ceremonies will be scheduled by appointment.

The group encountered minimal technical issues with the online software throughout the course of the meeting, although some board members were late logging into the meeting due to initial technical difficulties.

The consent agenda approved by the board consisted of March board meeting minutes, financial reports from April and May, and the payment of the school districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bills from April and May. Superintendent Ron Edwards clarified that the payment of both monthsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bills had been cleared by the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auditor and attorney.

No public participation took place during the board meeting, and no correspondence was received by the district for board review.

Board members approved the 2020-2021 school calendar as presented. The school year starts on Monday, Aug. 17 for teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; institute days. Students report to school Wednesday, Aug. 19. According to superintendent Edwards, Pleasant Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic calendar mirrors Pikelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very closely, as the two

districts share special education programming and some student transportation.

Two routine transfers from the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s working cash fund were approved â&#x20AC;&#x201D; $10,000 to the transportation fund and $75,000 to the education fund.

During superintendent Edwardsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administrative report, Edwards cautioned board members to anticipate ongoing uncertainty as the district approached the 2020-2021 school year. Edwards stated that the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administration was still unclear about what the upcoming school year would look like regarding the delivery of academic work and the presence of extracurricular activities. The superintendent told board members that a number of scenarios ranging from traditional face-to-face contact to all online instruction are

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being considered by the district.

During closed session the board accepted the retirement of longtime bus driver Gina Root. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gina is going to be missed,â&#x20AC;?

Edwards said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She was a driver when I was in school, and I graduated in â&#x20AC;&#x2122;88. Hopefully we can keep her as a sub.â&#x20AC;?

Brenlee Damon was hired as an elementary classroom teacher. Edwards said her grade-level assignment would be determined at a later date. In addition, at least one other elementary teacher will be hired by Pleasant Hill in anticipation of high student numbers for the coming school year.

Ron Edwards was rehired as superintendent for the next school year as well. Edwards reported that all increases in his salary were in line with the teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; collective bargaining agreement increases.

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Farm Credit Illinois provides $100,000 to food banks for COVID-19 relief Farm Credit Illinois announced a $100,000 gift to be shared by the four Feeding Illinois food banks serving the southern 60 counties of Illinois today. $30,000 of the total gift supports the Central Illinois Foodbank as it faces unprecedented challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The $100,000 gift is being shared among the four Feeding Illinois food banks feeding families and communities in the southern 60 counties of Illinois. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The rural communities we serve are experiencing significant hardshipsâ&#x20AC;? says Eric Mosbey, FCI Board chair. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This gift supports the important work of the Feeding Illinois food bank network as a growing number of families depend on their

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Along with this gift to food banks, FCI is celebrating the frontline workers involved in the food supply chain with a social media campaign.

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VIRTUAL WORKOUT COMPETITION

During the quarantine and time of closures the Western YMCA has been doing its part to make sure that the movement doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop. This local gym has been hosting virtual workout classes for their members. This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s virtual class participation winner was Bridget Cramsey of Barry. As a winner of this weekly challenge, she received a YMCA t-shirt.

UP THE PARK

The bathrooms at Lowry Park got an uplift recently when a group of individuals decided to paint a mural on the back wall. Kelly Johnson designed the mural, Cindy Prentice applied the base coat and front to back, Lauren Perez, Laura Maki and Darlene Corgait did the painting.

Sign up now for fall sports Any incoming seventh or eight grade girls who are interested on playing junior high softball this fall should click on https:/forms.gle/ ugDixhmflsZmi2Zj7 and fill out a short questionnaire.

Any incoming seventh or eight grade boy interested in playing junior high baseball this fall is asked to e-mail Jarrod Heinz at jheinz@ pikeland.org. Please include the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, grade and parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s phone number.

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JENNIFER A. BINGHAM

EMILY â&#x20AC;&#x153;BRIANNAâ&#x20AC;? BROWN

BROOKELYN M. CRONE

TYLER B. DEJAYNES

JAKOB R. FREEMAN

SARAH M. HURST

ABBY JONES

MYA N. KATTELMAN

TUCKER A. KUNZEMAN

KAITLYN B. LEENERTS

SAGE A. MARTIN

IVY O. MCCARTER

ETHAN â&#x20AC;&#x153;DALLASâ&#x20AC;? MILLER

BRAYDEN C. MOUNTAIN

ZACHARY MOUNTAIN

ERIN M. REZBA

TRINITY M. SCHAAF

DALTON J. SHEURMAN

RAEGAN M. STAUFFER

CLAYTON E. THOMAS

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Jennifer A. Bingham, daughter of Wayne and Kristine Bingham, plans to ttend the University of Illinois majoring in human development and family studies.

Emily â&#x20AC;&#x153;Briannaâ&#x20AC;? Brown, daughter of Duane Brown and Emily Brown, plans to attend Blackburn College, to play softball and pursue a biology degree.

Brookelyn Crone, daughter of Jan Kirk, plans to attend University of Illinois Springfield and major in pre-nursing/nursing.

Tyler DeJaynes, son of Dave and Tammy DeJaynes, plans to finish training for the National Guard and deploy to Kuwait: attend college at John Wood then transfer to Western Illinois University and major in criminal

justice; complete police academy for the Illinois State Police.

Jakob Freeman son of Jon and Sarah Freeman, plans to attend Illinois College to pursue physical therapy/sports medicine and play football.

Sarah Hurst, daughter of Steven and Heather Hurst, plans to attend college to pursue psychology.

Abby Jones, daughter of Erica Etherton, plans on attending John Wood Community College and major in either business or radiology.

Mya Kattelman, daughter of Jamie and Cory Kattelman, plans to attend John Wood Community College and then transfer to a four year college to pursue a career in radiology.

Tucker Kunzeman, son of Eric and Jill Kunzeman, plans

to attend Spoon River College in Canton to study business and play baseball. After two years, he will transfer to a four year school to finish out a bachelor's degree.

Kaitlyn Leenerts, daughter of Chad Leenerts and Michelle Leenerts,plans to study forensics at Quincy University.

Sage Martin, son of Doug and Hayley Martin, plans to attend Lincoln Land Community College to pursue a career as a lineman.

Ivy McCarter, daughter of Aaron and Bobbi McCarter, plans to attend John Wood Community College to pursue a career as an EMT. Ethan â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dallasâ&#x20AC;? Miller, son of Ethan and Stephanie Miller, plans on going to college to become a teacher.

Brayden Mountain, son of Mark and Kim Mountain, is currently attending Hobart Institute of Welding Technology as an early graduate.

Zachary D.L. Mountain, son of Jennifer Embree and Kevin abd Melissa Mountain, is currently employed by the City of Griggsville.

Erin Michelle Rezba, daughter of Jeff and Tina Rezba plans on attending Illinois College to double major in psychology and art.

Trinity M. Schaaf, daughter of Ronald and Amanda White plans on entering the workforce and eventually becoming an author.

Dalton Sheurman, son of Corey and Gina Sheurman, plans to attend Bradley University in pursuit of a doctorate degree of physical therapy.

Raegan M. Stauffer, daughter of Ryan and Gennifer Stauffer, is currently attending Illinois State University as an early graduate to pursue a career in speech language pathology.

Clayton E. Thomas, son of Ed and Alicia Thomas, plans to attend John Wood Community College and major in business.

Tyler Thomas, son of Chuck and Charlotte Thomas, plans to join the Illinois National Guard.

CITY OF GRIGGSVILLE

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Graduation information for Griggsville-Perry Griggsville-Perry will conduct individualized graduation ceremonies May 21 and May 22 at the high school gymnasium. Students may have six family members accompany them. Facemasks must be worn as well as social distancing practiced. Families are asked to wait in their vehicle and at the assigned time and date enter trough the main gym entrance. Diplomas will be on a table and must be picked up by the student. Once the photograph is taken, the students and their families should exit through the cafeteria. The staff will wear masks, gloves and sanitize the table between students.

A virtual baccalaureate service will be held Sunday, May 17 on

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Senior parents are planning a parade of graduates immediately after the last individualized ceremony Friday (roughly 6:45 p.m.).

The parade will start at the high school with a route through both Griggsville and Perry.

In addition, the GPHS Awards Night will be a virtual affair May 18 at 7 p.m. Jilliam Theis and Allison Dokey will be on Facebook Live to announce the awards.

G-P will not be having a middle school promotion ceremony.

In lieu of a ceremony, the GPMS staff is putting together a virtual celebration of the 8th grade Class of 2020, hopefully by May 21.

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JASMINE BARNES

KAYLEE BOLTON

SYDNEY CLENDENNY

TRISTAN COY

EMMA DOLBEARE

KELLY HAM

JOE LAMBERSON

NEALI LITTLE

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CARLY MCGLYNN

HEATHER RENFROW

CADE RIDDLE Gavin Anderson, son of Toni Anderson, plans to attend John Wood Community College.

Jasmine Barnes, daughter of James and Britney Barnes and Alexis and Joe Griffen, plans to attend Southern Illinois University Edwardsville to major in biology and eventually become a surgeon.

Sydney Clendenny, daughter of Mike and Penny Clendenny, plans to attend John Wood Community College and become a radiology technician.

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Emma Dolbeare, daughter of Brian and Tara Dolbeare, plans to attend John Wood Community College then transfer to a four-year university or college.

Kelly R. Ham, son of Gary and Teresa Ham, plans to attend Midwest Technical School to major in welding.

Joe Lamberson, son of Duane and Tammy White, is entering the Army as Construction Engineer.

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Brennan A. McEwen, son of Kristen Webster and Todd McEwen, plans to attend John Wood Community College.

Kodiak Rogers, son of Conel and Amanda Rogers, plans to pursue a career in law enforcement.

Carly McGlynn, daughter of Joseph McGlynn and Jennifer Horton, plans to enlist in the Army for three years as a high mobility artillery rocket crew member, then attend college studying biology and eventually become an OBGYN.

Sam Shonhart, son of David and Beth Shonhart and Gary and Teresa Ham, plans to attend Oral Roberts University and major in ministry.

Heather Renfrow, daughter of Conrad and Lynette Renfrow, plans to attend college.

Neali Little, daughter of Donald Little and Stacy Little is undecided.

Tristan Coy, son of Jody and Sandra Coy, plans to attend John Wood Community College majoring in Diesel Technology.

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Cade Riddle, son of Rodney and Christy Riddle, plans to attend John Wood Community College for the welding program.

Rilee White, daughter of Morgan and Lonnie White has been accepted to SIU Carbondale and will be majoring in Ag business and Ag education.

Cole Wright, son of Denise Wright and Scott McKee, is undecided.

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the stage, collect their diploma and senior awards from a school administrator. A photographer will be there, as well as a videographer.

Plans for an eighth grade graduation ceremony have not been decided.

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SENIORS WILLIAM BANKS

ELIJIAH BERG

ALEXIS BOES

SKYLAR BURNETT

KYLE COLGROVE

HALEIGH CONKRIGHT

CARSON DELL

JOSEPH DEPKE

KATIE GEORGE

TERA HINCH

GABRIEL HODGES

NATE HULL

AIDAN KOELLER

MALLORY MARTIN

PAYTON MEHSLING

RUSSEL OWENS

BASIL QUINCY

SHELBY ROFF

ETHAN RUCKER

AUTUMN SCHULZ

DYLAN SWARTZ

JASON TUNGET

LYNDI WEIR

TAYLEE WEIR

Graduation information for Western PRESTON WELLMAN

RHIANNON WIBLE

EMMA WILSON

BRENDEN WOOD

William Banks, son of Bill and Krissi Banks, plans to attend John Wood for two years to complete his associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in English and then transfer to a four-year university in hopes of becoming an English teacher.

Haleigh Conkright, daughter of Trisha and Nathan Bainter and Jeremy and Lynette Conkright, plans on attending WIU to study Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice in their five year LEJA program.

Gabriel Hodges, son of Jimmy and Gretchen Hodges, plans to attend Harding University in Searcy, Ark. to study biology and receive a teacher's license.

plans to continue his career in the National Guard.

Elijiah Berg, son of Bryson and Victoria Berg, plans on pursuing a welding career in North Carolina.

Carson Dell, son of Brian and Debbie Dell, plans on attending John Wood for two years before transferring out and majoring in business.

Alexis Taylor Boes, daughter of Jessica Boes and Timothy Surratt, plans to work as a CNA and go to school to become an LPN.

Joseph Michael Depke, son of Daniel and Tamera Depke, plans to attend SIUE's School of Engineering for four years.

Skylar Burnett, daughter of Amanda Dolbeare and Daisy Rennecker plans on going to John Wood to become an RN and then continue on to get a BSN.

Katie George, daughter of Crystal Spiker and Ronnie and Jill George, plans to attend John Wood for two years and then transfer to Blessing Rieman to pursue a bachelor's in radiologic technology.

Kyle Colgrove, son of Mace Colgrove and Nancy Crim, plans to attend John Wood and get an electrical degree.

Tera Hinch, daughter of Gary and Donna Hinch, plans to attend John Wood then transfer to Quincy University for elementary education.

Nate Hull, son of Jake and Freda Hull, plans to attend John Wood to finish a welding degree and to get a degree as an electrician.

Aidan Koeller, son of Kris Koeller and Deanna Koeller, plans to attend Iowa State to major in business.

Mallory Martin, daughter of Tracy and Dana Martin, plans to attend John Wood for nursing.

Payton Mehsling, daughter of Staci and Kevin Kendall and Joe and Arlene Mehsling, plans to finish her pre-requisites at a community college and then transfer to a university to study liberal arts.

Russel Owens, son of Erick and Kalissa Owens,

Basil Quincy, son of Nichole Cawthon and Wilbur Quincy, plans to attend SIUE and study Chemical Engineering.

Shelby Payton Roff, daughter of Debra Austin and Clifton Rueb, plans to attend SIUE to major in pre-pharmacy and eventually move on to the SIUE School of Pharmacy.

Ethan Andrew Rucker, son of Andy and Angie Rucker, plans to attend SIUE to obtain a Doctorate of Dental Medicine.

Autumn Schulz, daughter of Herb and Teresa Schulz, plans to attend Eastern Illinois University for four years to earn a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Sports Media Relations.

Dylan Swartz, son of Mike and Susan Swartz, wants to be a mechanic and work on cars.

Western will hold a parade to honor the 2020 seniors Saturday, May 16 at 2 p.m.

A virtual graduation will be held May 26 and May 27.

Students must have completed work, paid all fees, turned in all equipment and books before participating. Four family members per student will be allowed to enter the gym through the gym door.

Face coverings are required Ryan Tunget, son of Jason Tunget and Tasha Kirk, plans to get a job on the railroad and work as a welder.

Lyndi Weir, daughter of Lorc and Emily Weir, plans to attend John Wood to earn an associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree and then transfer to a four-year University to earn a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree.

Taylee Weir, daughter of Jerrod and Tosha Weir, plans to attend John Wood and then transfer to Blessing Rieman College of Nursing.

Preston Wellman, son of Lisa Hively and Robbie Wellman, plans to attend John Wood for two years and

and not provided. Photos will be taken and the student may remove their mask for the photo. Parents will present the diploma to the graduate. Only certificates will be presented. The traditional black cover diplomas are being held in case an opportunity for a traditional graduation ceremony presents later, tentatively scheduled for July 11.

then transfer to SIUE to get a degree in Business Administration.

Rhiannon Wible, daughter of Michael and Brianne Wible, plans to attend the University of Missouri to study business and marketing.

Emma Wilson, daughter of James Wilson and Katie Wilson, plans to attend John Wood and then transfer to a four-year university to obtain a degree.

Brenden Wood, son of Vincent and Hope Wood, plans to go to John Wood and get an associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Applied Science for Computer-Aided Design.

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SENIORS

BELLA BALDWIN

REBEKAH BARTON

MACEE BORROWMAN

CODY BRADSHAW

CORA CALVEY

PARKER CLARK

DANIEL CLOSTERMERY

JACE COLLVER

QUINN CORGAIT

ABIGAIL COX

GENTRY DANIELS

SHELLY DANIELS

BLAINE DELL

AUSTIN EDWARDS

KORBIN FENTRESS

MADISON FREELOVE

NOAH GAY

KASSI GODSEY

BREANNA GRATTON

HAYDEN GRESHAM

FAITH GRUMMEL

WILLIAM GUTHRIE

JAYDON HEAVNER

MARK HITTNER

Cherise Anderson, daughter of Calvin and Charlene Anderson, plans to attend Bradley University, majoring in biomedical science with a pre-med concentration, continue on to four years of medical school and become a pediatrician for deaf and hard of hearing children.

Annabelle Baldwin, daughter of Thomas and Linda Baldwin and Amanda Nicholas, plans to join the work force.

Rebekah Barton, daughter of Dan and Carol Barton, plans for attend John Wood Community College for business.

Macee Borrowman, daughter of Julie Borrowman and Matt Borrowman, plans to attend John Wood for two years, then transfer to SIUE. Cody Joseph Bradshaw, son of Matt and Lori Bradshaw, plans to attend John Wood Community College, then transfer to Mizzou and major in ag business.

Cora Elaine Calvey, daughter of Charles Calvey and Cecily and Kenny Edwards,

plans to attend John Wood Community College for nursing.

Daniel Clostermery, son of Donald and Marcie Clostermery, plans to attend John Wood Community College, studying industrial maintenance.

Jace Collver, son of Dawn Collver and Andy Collver, plans are undecided.

Quinn Corgiat, daughter of Dean and Darlene Corgiat, plans to enlist in the Air Force.

Abigail Cox, daughter of Jeff and Amy Cox, plans to attend John Wood Community College for two years, then transfer to Illinois State University.

Shelly Daniels, daughter of Tonya Little and Jason Simmerman, plans to attend John Wood Community College.

Gentry Daniels, daughter of Tonya Little and Jason Simmerman, plans to attend John Wood Community College then transfer to a university for nursing.

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Graduation information for Pittsfield Appointments are being taken for May 22 and 23 for Pittsfield High School students.

Individual ceremonies will be held on those dates.

Pikeland Community School is planning a drive through ceremony at PCS. Each

of Wesley DeJaynes and Cathy Clark, is undecided.

Blaine Dell, son of Tammy and Kenny Mager and Aaron and Lori Dell, plans to join the Air Force.

Austin Edwards, son of Jeffrey and Rachel Edwards, plans to work with his dad at DOT. Corbin Bond Fentress, son of Mindy Turley and Willie Fentress, plans to study graphic design at John Wood Community College.

Madison Freelove, daughter of Jim Brown and Ketra Brown, plans to pursue a career in corrections.

Noah James Gay, son of David and Amy Gay, plans to attend John Wood Community College with an area of concentration in business, then transfer to the University of Michigan to earn a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of finance degree.

Kassi Godsey, daughter of Richard and Mary Godsey, plans are undecided.

Breanna Gratton, daughter of Rich and

Angie Gratton, plans to attend Quincy University and major in pre-pharmacy before transferring to St. Louis College of Pharmacy for four years.

Hayden Gresham, son of Robert and Sara Gresham, plans to attend John Wood Community College to study business and transfer to SIUE. Faith Grummel, daughter of Robert and Bambi Grummel, plans to attend John Wood Community College before transferring to a university.

William Paul Guthrie, son of Rodney and Jessica Guthrie, plans to attend SIUC to study business.

Jaydon Forrest Heavner, son of Jayson and Lisa Heavener, is undecided, but will work.

Mark Adam Hittner, son of Cindy Reveal and grandson of Darryl and Linda Hittner, will continue to keep our environment clean and plans to be a sanitation worker in the future.

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SENIORS

WADE HOWLAND

KURTIS JOHNSON

SAMI JOHNSON

BROCK LADNER

GARREN LEAR

MATTHEW LEMONS

BENJAMIN LEPPERT

AVERY LEWIS

GABRIEL LONG

JOSIE MARABLE

JUSTICE MCCOY

CADE MCKINNON

KAYLA MERRYMAN

ABRAM MILLER

JEBEDIAH MILLER

JUSTYN MILLER

GABRIELLE MOORE

MADI MOORE

BAILEY MOWEN

NICK NIEBUR

FINLEY PETTY

NOAH PETTY

Wade Howland, son of Leighann and Jason Pressey and Michael Howland, plans to work.

Curtis Paul Johnson, son of Lori Johnson, plans to attend John Wood.

Samantha Johnson, daughter of Lori Johnson plans to attend John Wood.

Brock L. Ladner, son of Levi Ladner and Rebeca Ruble, plans to attend Sacramento State University to study economics.

Garren Lear, son of Gerrie Lear, plans to move to Chicago to attend Columbia College to study game design.

Matthew Garland Lemons, son of Christina and Steve Lemons, undecided.

Ben Leppert, son of Chris and Lisa Leppert, plans to join an apprentice program.

Avery Lewis, daughter of Tom and Mandy Lewis, plans to attend John Wood Community College, then transfer to another university to complete a bachelor of science degree in nursing.

Gabe Long, son of Jason and Rhonda Long, plans are

undecided.

Josie Kathleen Marable, daughter of David and Kate Marable, plans to attend John Wood for two years, then transfer for an undecided major.

Justice McCoy, daughter of Laura and Joseph McCoy, plans to attend Lake Michigan College to major in psychology and behavior analysis.

Cade McKinnon, son of Kevin McKinnon and Shelia Ladner, plans to study sports journalism at the University of Missouri.

Kayla Merryman, daughter of Mike and Kim Merryman, plans to attend John Wood Community College for one year, then transfer to Parkland College to pursue a career in dental hygiene.

Abram Joseph Miller, son of Bill and Sue Miller, plans to obtain his Certificate for Life at John Wood Community College.

Jebediah Gage Miller, grandson of Ronald and Cyndi Stone and Mary Miller, plans are undecided.

Justyn C. Miller, daugh-

ter of Dawn Miller and the late Jay Miller, plans to complete a degree in advance individual training in auto mechanics, then attend John Wood Community College before transferring to West Illinois University to complete a bachelor's degree in law enforcement and justice administration.

Gabrielle E.Moore, daughter of Trisha Moore and Tom Moore, plans to attend SIUE to study predentistry.

Madi Moore, daughter of Tami McDonald and Scot Moore, plans to attend Quincy University for nursing.

Paul Nicholas Niebur, son of Jennifer Niebur and the late Mike Niebur, plans to attend Worsham College of Mortuary Science and work at Niebur Funeral Home.

Bailey Nicole Mowen, daughter of Jennifer and Darrell Mowen, plans to

study nursing while competing on a rodeo team. Also has received a scholarship to study rodeo at Missouri Valley College.

Findley Rose Petty, daughter of Jonas and Jane Ann Petty, plans to attend Oklahoma State University with a major in interior design and minor in architectural studies.

Noah Petty, son of Paul and Gretchen Petty, plans to attend Kentucky Wesleyan.

Quinn Phillips, daughter of Josh and Kindra Phillips, plans to attend John Wood Community College for nursing then transfer to WIU. Zane Phillips, son of Josh and Kindra Phillips, returns home from Brazil from an exchange program in December. Plans to attend John Wood Community College and then on to DePaul for international communications.

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SENIORS

BRYAN PIPER

JOSIE PLACE

RACHEL PREWITT

COOPER PRIEST

EMILY PURSLEY

SADIE RUBLE

LAUREN SAXE

JAVIN SCHMIDT

JACK SIBLEY

MAYCI SMITH

ASHLEE SUTHERLAND

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Bryan Piper, son of Cody and Alicia Piper, plans to join the Army to become an air traffic controller.

Josie Noel Place, daughter of Jason and Debbie Place and Jennifer and Luke Grimes, plans to attend John Wood Community College then transferring to Blessing for her nursing degree with plans to eventually become a nurse practitioner.

Cooper Priest, son of Tracy Yelliott and Jeremy Priest, plans to attend John Wood and major in nursing.

Rachel Leighann Prewitt, daughter of Bradley and Jen Mountain, plans to attend John Wood Community College then transfer to Blessing School of Radiology.

Emily Pursley, daughter of Earl and Mary Pursley, plans to attend Illinois College to study history, education and music.

Sadie Ruble, daughter of Phillip and Jennifer Ruble, plans to attend John Wood Community College

and transfer to UIS for a business degree.

Lauren Saxe, daughter of Matt and Faith Saxe, plans to attend Iowa State University to major in animal science.

Javin Michael Schmidt, son of Jennifer and Jason Herren and Kenneth and Katherine Schmidt, plans to attend college, majoring in forestry and wildlife conservation/management.

Jack H. Sibley, son of Shane Sibley and Mindy Sibley, plans to work.

Marci Jane Smith, daughter of Troy and Chandra Smith, plans to attend nursing and vet school.

Ashlee Sutherland, daughter of Jamie Reveal and the late Ronald Reveal, plans to attend John Wood Community College for two years than transfer to WIU for degree in psychology.

Racheal Swartz,daughter of Donald and Angela Swartz, plans to attend Western Illinois University to major in law enforcement.

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ELAINA TEN-EYCK

KANE THRONE

GRIFFIN VANWINKLE

CHLOE WALSTON

CODY WALSTON

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Elaine TenEyck, daughter of Michael and Rentia

DREW WELBOURNE TenEyck, plans to attend Illinois State University for nursing.

Alexander Kane Throne, son of Stephanie Reeder and Ryan Throne, plans to attend Culver Stockton College.

Griffin VanWinkle, son of Jon and Pam VanWinkle, plans to attend John Wood Community College for two years, then go to Western Illinois University and receive a bachelor's degree in fire science and a master's degree in law enforcement and justice administration.

Chloe Elizabeth Walston, daughter of Mike and Kari Walston, plans to attend Gem City College in Quincy for cosmetology.

Cody Michael Walston,

KARA WILLIAMS son of Mike and Kari Walston, will remain in the class of 2020â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memories forever.

Kara Williams, daughter of Richie and Amy Williams, plans to attend St. Ambrose and become a physical therapist.

Maggie Lynn Weir, daughter of Clint and Megan Weir, plans to attend John Wood Community College and pursue a career in dental hygiene.

Drew Welbourne, daughter of Andy and Lisa Welbourne, plans to attend Murray State University to study Ag business.

Daniel Ryan Workman, son of Darrin and Lori Workman, plans to attend John Wood Community College for business.

The staff and management of

Pike County Public Transportation salutes the members of the graduating class of 2020!

Best wishes for success as you embark on this newest chapter of your lives!

PHS art department announces year-end awards While the Pittsfield High School art department was unable to have their annual art show, they have announced winners for the department.

Breanna Gratton and Kane Throne were chosen as co-artists of the year.

Gold Palette Award winners were: Faith Grummel, Sadie Ruble, Quinn Phillips,

Bella Baldwin, Sami Johnson, Madi Moore, Bekah Barton, Shelly Daniels, Gentry Daniels, and Finley Petty, Cora Calvey, Brock Ladner, Mayci Smith, Josie Place, Ashlee Sutherland, Kassi Godsey, and Korbin Fentress The students work can be seen by logging onto the Pikeland Facebook page.

BREANNA GRATTON

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2020!

KANE THRONE

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re proud of all of your accomplishments and look forward for all that the future holds for each and every one of you.

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